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With so many great sponsors, do try and find time to visit them and show them some love. Thank you to Foxy Nails and the Hair Studio of Vero for always making me and my associates look our best with new colors and styles for each season.  And maybe show off these great new looks while sipping on free wine compliments of Blue Star. The summer promo of a free bottle of wine with the purchase of 2 entrees or 4 apps is back!

The recreation department is currently enrolling for football and cheerleading. If that isn’t the sport for your child; keep an eye on their Facebook and website for what might interest you.

After your summer travels, you might want to setup a time to talk with the team at Caliber Home Loans if you find your rent is getting too high. The state funded down payment assistance program might be a perfect fit for you or explore other great offerings they have. Whether you are looking to up-size, downsize or just start from scratch these ladies can help. And to save yourself time and frustration, give my new friend Stella with Diamond Bright Cleaning a try. Great prices and great scheduling, they will make your own sparkle. Trustworthy and efficient this can be a worthwhile investment for your sanity; right working moms!

Have a safe and fun filled summer!

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As a mom, I know how special a homemade card or breakfast in bed can be. I especially like not having to do any of the clean-up. With that in mind, here’s a special message and little brief history about our day ladies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0U2-I-bC3Y

Looking for a great place to take mom this Sunday? I covered some great options in this week’s YourNewsWeekly: https://www.tcpalm.com/story/specialty-publications/vero-beach/2017/05/10/brunch-can-always-start-special-day/101280600/

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Soft openings are always a great way to get staff, front of the house and back, to use all their newly developed skills and showcase what they learned during countless training hours. From what I could tell, the training program at Outback has gotten it down to a science because it really did run really well despite the heavy rain and packed house of hungry guests.  Our seating was set for 5:15 and we were sat just minutes after arriving.  A cool new text program alerted us our table was ready; gone are the days of the buzzing pager.  Upon sitting, the trainer, Amber Lynn, explained that the meal would require us each to order of different sections of the menu so all kitchen staff had a chance to work on their area of expertise.  Additionally, an appetizer was included along with two drinks from the bar for those of age. Best part, all of this was complimentary; what a bonus!

My family and I started off our order with simple cocktails, a Shirley temple and the kookaburra-wings. The Castaway Cocktail was really refreshing filled with Absolut^® Mandrin Vodka, Cruzan^® Passion Fruit Rum, Malibu^® Coconut Rum, blood orange sour and a splash of pineapple juice; terrific! Though the wings came to the table before our drinks, it was clear the bar staff was backed up. We didn’t mind because it arrived mere moments later and our entire first course was spot on.

Our next course was even better the first. My husband and I each ordered the wedge salad thanks to the suggestion of our excellent waiter Zack.  This salad was loaded with crisp bacon, fresh chunks of tomato, sweet red onion and Outback’s famous blue cheese dressing with extra cheese crumbles for good measure; it was crisp and incredibly enjoyable.  In fact, we noticed tables around us intrigued by the presentation and they too ordered this sensational salad.  Our son ordered the loaded baked potato soup and what a delight it was. Most 10 year olds are pretty picky, mine falls into that category most times and yet he had no troubles finishing his soup; dunking his slice of bread with each bite. Home run!

Soup and salad success.

Before our entrees arrived, our server came back and got our second drink order. This time I opted for the Kendall Jackson Chardonnay knowing it would pair well with the bourbon bacon salmon I ordered. My husband stuck with the Castaway Cocktail and it paired nicely with the Bloomin’ Burger, salty and succulent with American cheese and grilled bun. Our son’s rack of ribs and fries were cooked perfectly and with the exception of three ribs all was consumed. Even with the other two great dinners on the table, I have to say that my salmon was the best. Flaky, well seasoned and just the right size at 7oz. it was a great choice with my wine. Our only small critique was that the macaroni and cheese was not saucy as we had hoped, it would not prevent us from going back and taking advantage of the awesome weekly specials Outback offers. In fact, I am confident that small recommendation will be taken seriously and next time it will be off the charts. More importantly, the service and new location are great!

3 entrees, each different and delicious.

What is even more exciting is that the new Outback is a Indian River Chamber member and as an ambassador for the chamber with White Glove Moving & Storage, it makes me happy to know that even big name restaurants and stores see the value in being friendly with the locals.  My colleagues, friends and family all wish Outback much success in their new spot and we look forward to having many good events and meals there for years to come; cheers!

Mom and son

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If you didn’t get a chance to see the effervescent article I had the privilige of writing about for TCPALM.com/Your NewsWeekly; please take a peek. I was great to explore such tasty combinations and wonderful to see so many businesses thriving in Vero Beach locally.

https://www.tcpalm.com/story/specialty-publications/vero-beach/2016/12/15/bring-bubbly-effervescent-tour-local-new-years-hot-spots/95484270/

Sipping the night away…

And now that 2017 is here; lets celebrate to new beginnings!

The Vero Insider is now just a 30 minute show and we are excited to get a lot covered in a short amount of time.

White Glove Moving & Storage, our main sponsor, will be giving folks a weekly tip whether it be moving related or simply inspirational; it ought to be fun.

So please keep tuning in Wednesdays at 5pm on 107.9fm or stream via PlanetVero or IHeartRadio; cheers!

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This yummy dish is both satisfying and nutritious filled with sliced apples, pears, crumbled blue cheese, toasted walnuts and thick bits of bacon mixed with a creamy pesto sauce. It will pair nicely with any of the white wines on Kitty’s hand selected list or with a nice pinot noir. Starting in September, Blue Star will also be unveiling their $20 Wine List; offering patrons great bottles at just $20!

To see other participating venues so you can dine with a purpose please visit: https://stophunger.org/event/eat-drink-give-2016/

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