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Slow Days: Blueberry Patch Hostel

Beau Denton slows down to spend some time at the Appalachian Trail's Blueberry Patch Hostel.

05/06/2014 By Chelsey Lucas

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Stray Observations

Beau Denton's most recent observations from his Appalachian Trail hike.

05/06/2014 By dispatches

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Amicalola Falls to Unicoi Gap

Beau Denton updates us on his walk from the Appalachian Trail's Amicalola Falls to Unicoi Gap.

05/06/2014 By dispatches

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Week One

Beau Denton shares what Week One was like for him on his quest to hike the Appalachian Trail.

05/06/2014 By dispatches

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Oh, the Places You'll Beau!

Former Sarasota Magazine and Biz(941) associate editor Beau Denton prepares to hike the Appalachian Trail.

05/06/2014 By dispatches

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It's Time to Pick Florida Blueberries!

Now is the perfect time to grab your buckets and pick those precious Florida blueberries

05/05/2014 By Robin Draper

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Florida Orange Pound Cake

As the citrus season wraps up, Authentic Florida whips up an old favorite, Orange Pound Cake.

04/27/2014 By Robin Draper

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Picking Florida Oranges

The Florida orange season will be coming to a close soon, so it’s time to pick your favorite citrus or visit your local grove

03/26/2014 By Robin Draper

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Sarasota Bayfront Home

03/25/2014 By Megan McDonald

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Authentic Florida's Siesta Key

Siesta Key's sugary white sand, temperate Gulf of Mexico and gentle breezes will soothe the savage beast.

03/19/2014 By Robin Draper

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Ohana Private Family Retreat

03/17/2014 By staff

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Where to Find Florida's Manatees

Now is a good time to see Florida's gentle giants before they scatter to warmer waters

03/12/2014 By Robin Draper

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A Weekend Away at the Don Cesar Hotel in St. Petersburg

Chef Judi Gallagher spends a luxurious weekend at the famed Don Cesar Hotel in St. Petersburg.

03/04/2014 By Judi Gallagher

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Best Places to See White Pelicans

There are plenty of things to love about Florida, but white pelicans are one of the most spectacular sights to behold. See them before they migrate north

03/03/2014 By Robin Draper

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Simply Divine Tangerine Pudding

Nothing tastes like Florida more than citrus - especially this sweet, tangy divine dessert

02/24/2014 By Robin Draper

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Authentic St. Augustine

Only one American city can hold claim to the title of “oldest city”, and St. Augustine wears its “nearly 450 year-old” title well

02/16/2014 By Robin Draper

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Authentic Florida Strawberry Jam

Looking for a special way to say “I love you” from Florida? Strawberries are in season and Valentine's Day is a great time to create a special gift

02/11/2014 By Robin Draper

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Authentic Florida Voted Best Food Blog

Authentic Florida, created by Sarasota native Robin Draper was recently voted Best Food Blog by the 2014 Florida Bloggers Conference in Orlando.

02/05/2014 By Robin Draper

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Florida Carrot, Orange and Ginger Soup

Time for some hot soup? Try this Florida Carrot, Orange and Ginger soup, a flavorful combination of veggies and citrus using fresh Florida ingredients.

01/29/2014 By Robin Draper

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Authentic Florida: Behind the Gates In Ocala

Many consider Ocala the "horse capital of the world". But this “behind the gates” industry is not easily accessible to the public....except when you know how to find it.

01/22/2014 By Robin Draper