Great Environmental Programs “On Tap”, UF Thompson Earth Systems, in Gainesville

If you’re interested in learning more about our (and Florida’s) environment, from climate change to pollution, learn more about the UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute. Earth’s natural systems include the atmosphere, oceans, land, polar ice caps and glaciers, and life. Intrinsically connected, these systems affect one another and result in global change that profoundly impacts …

Fehrenbacher’s Artisan Sausages and Butcher Shop–A Taste of Europe in Downtown Gainesville, FL

The “food scene” in Gainesville has always been pretty good and varied. However, with Adam and Tatiana Fehrenbacher’s Artison Sausages and Butcher Shop now open, your choices now include a shop with a true European flair.  Located just west of downtown Gainesville at 411 SW 4th Avenue, the shop is part of the developing strip …

Eat At Cilantro Tacos, A Genuine Tacqueria in Downtown Newberry

Genuine Tacquerias are not supposed to be romantic.  And I’ve found over the years that there’s a difference in decor (and food) between them and “Mexican restaurants”.  Cilantro Tacos, located at 25740 W. Newberry Road, in Newberry (west of Gainesville) fits the bill.  It’s fluorescent lights leave no darkened corners in which to hide, sneaking …