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George Mira – Always A Native Conch

Posted on March 3, 2014 by floridatraveler

Food wagons and trucks are very big in Florida, but I was really shocked a few months ago when I saw one marked “George Mira Native Conch.” As fast as I could say “The Matador” I discovered the conch fritters … Continue reading →

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Forget Sebring – Avon Park Has The Race Drivers

Posted on September 22, 2013 by floridatraveler

Sebring may have the famous annual race car Grand Prix but up the road in Avon Park they have their own racing competition. The Florida Lawnracing Association makes Avon Park its home with the Avon Park Mower-Plex the home turf … Continue reading →

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