Thomas Tarrant lost his job during the start of the Covid crisis. He decided to open his own business, bringing handmade fresh baked cookies with unique and interesting flavors to your doorstep. I discovered his business and the story behind it after the Gainesville Sun did a feature on him: http
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07/04/2020
Many local restaurants are remaining open for take out and allow you to pay over the phone. A few shops have implemented brand new delivery or curbside pickup, or are coming up with other creative ways to service you safely. Sweet Dreams Ice Cream has been taking their custom firetruck on a tour
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04/04/2020
Ichiban Sushi has relocated to 4928 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606, in the Magnolia Park shopping center. The new location is more spacious and features an updated decor with cozy and private booths, dim mood lighting, saltwater aquarium, focal-point bar and attractive new menus. We recently
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01/06/2020
Paradise Skin & Body openened its doors at 105 SW 140th Court, Jonesville, FL 32669 today, October 7th. The lead aesthetician and co-owner, Nicole Coullias, has well over a decade of experience with both medical grade skin care and natural botanical based skin care. She is an acne and skincare sp
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10/07/2019
I have been watching the construction of Ellianos Coffee as I drive to High Springs frequently to visit the amazing crystal and mineral shop there (High Springs Emporium). Ellianos is NOW OPEN on a corner lot located directly across the street from Sante Fe High School, near Publix in Alachua, FL
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07/08/2019
Whether you're an avid cyclist or a casual cruiser, the Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail is not to be missed. You may park at the trailhead in Gainesville or Hawthorne (or a few places in between) and enjoy 16+ miles of cycling along a well maintained paved trail. You will often encounter a vari
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04/09/2019
Doxa Coffee is a new coffee shop that has recently opened in Alachua, FL. They are located at: 15551 NW HWY 441 Suite 7, Alachua FL 32615 Alachua, Florida 32615 They are open Tuesday through Saturday from 7am to 4pm and Sundays from 7am to 1pm. Their Facebook page can be viewed here: https://www.
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01/10/2019
Each year, around February, the St. Elizabeth Greek Orthodox church puts on a Greek festival for the whole community. The 2-day fete includes: live Greek music, Greek food, wine, jewelry/apparel vendors and bounce houses and activities for the kids. You are also able to tour the church and view t
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10/11/2018
A few months ago, the original owner of Uppercrust Bakery, Jackie Dufty, retired and passed the torch on to Ben Guzick. Ben is enthusiastic and excited to not only maintain the original integrity and offerings but also to expand the selection to include many new goodies. Several bread staples hav
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07/12/2018
Fehrenbacher's Artisan Sausage opened in Gainesville in January of this year. In my opinion, it is the jewel of the 4th avenue food park area and will continue to be, long after this developing area adds more food-related businesses.The Gainesville Sun recently featured Fehrenbacher's in this ar
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04/13/2018
