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oss Oysters is where to begin. Aſter a four-hour drive from Cedar Key through the wilds of northern Florida, we made a quick couple of rights aſter the bridge into


Apalachicola and then a leſt on Water Street to the funky front door of the Boss. We were lucky to get a table for two right on the water over-


looking the river. Do not miss the chargrilled oysters baked on the grill with butter, Parmesan and a hint of garlic. Located at the eastern end of Florida’s panhandle, Apalachicola is a “do not miss” place to visit. It is one of the last remaining examples of old waterfront Florida. For lovers of fishing fleets, seafood, and oysters, this charming and historic town will not disappoint. Aſter checking into the Water Street Hotel overlooking the river, I looked at the docks below the balcony. A woman dressed


in a sun hat and blue chambray shirt was ever so carefully touching up the brightwork of a pristine looking catboat. A serene boating scene, framed by an endless sea of spartina grass on the river bank beyond her—right out of a French impres- sionistic painting. I introduced myself to Judy MacFarland, complimented her


on her vessel and began to carefully take in one exquisite detail aſter another: perfect dock lines, wooden cleats, varnished cheek blocks, gleaming varnished trim, crisply painted wood surfaces, brass nailed leather chafe gear, running rigging all with proper knots, smoothly upholstered cushions, and crisp sailcloth peeking out from tan canvas. Rarely have I seen a more bristol boat. Judy hails from Charleston, SC, where she grew up sailing


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