Caribbean Cruise-ins at Salty Sam’s Monday
Salty Sam’s Marina and Parrot Key Caribbean Grill are hosting the “Caribbean Cruise-in” Car Show on Monday, Oct. 3, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Free and open to the public, visitors will have the opportunity to see up close some of the area’s coolest hot rods, finest classic cars and custom trucks. During this show, you can see anything from old Model Ts to Studebakers, GTOs, hot rods and everything in between. Featured vehicles at past Cruise-ins have included a custom Mitsubishi from the “Fast and the Furious” movie sequel and the Best In Show winner at the Fast Fords Miromar show, a 1941 Graham Hollywood.
“These are really unique events because they bring together such a diverse assortment of vehicles. There’s something here for everyone, from vintage autos to custom street rods to classic trucks.” says Matt Hanson, owner of Salty Sam’s Waterfront Adventures. “This is a great time for owners to show off their cars and for others to come out and appreciate these beautiful and impressive vehicles.”
Live music, food and drink specials will be offered along with a number of door prizes for participating display cars including Pirate Cruise tickets and gift certificates for Parrot Key and the Big Game Waterfront Grill. There is no fee to enter your car, so give that chrome an extra shine, get behind the wheel and head out to Parrot Key.
Voted Best Waterfront Dining since 2004 by the News-Press readers poll, Parrot Key Caribbean Grill is a favorite of locals and visitors alike with its unique open-air setting on the waterfront edge of Salty Sam’s Marina and a thriving wildlife aquatic preserve. The festive dcor and casual ambiance evokes a feeling of various exotic tropical locales. Colorful and tasty frozen drinks are served alongside Caribbean inspired cuisine diverse enough to please all palates including local seafood and land based favorites. Open for lunch or dinner with entertainment three nights a week, Parrot Key is located at 2500 Main Street, Fort Myers Beach. For more information visit www.MyParrotKey.com or call 463-3257.
-submitted by Glee Ann Agius