Talking Chops with the GM of Prime Steakhouse
Backyards of Key West Podcast with Mark Baratto
Release Date: 05/08/2020
Episode 244 - Mark Gets Interviewed on the BoostBeam Podcast
Backyards of Key West Podcast with Mark Baratto
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Episode 243 - The Key West 1st Annual Rum Fest
Backyards of Key West Podcast with Mark Baratto
Join Mark Baratto in this exciting episode as he chats with Neil Lindley, a self-proclaimed Rum Grand Master. Dive into Neil's journey into the world of rum, his inspiration behind creating Key West's first-ever Rum Festival, and explore some of the event highlights. This four-day festival, coinciding with National Rum Day on August 16, promises to be a spectacular celebration of rum culture. MORE ON KEY WEST RUM FEST Event Date: August 14-18, 2024 Location: Key West, America’s Southernmost continental Caribbean Island The 2024 Key West Rum Fest marks its inaugural year, aiming...
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Episode 242: Woolly Willie - A Tapestry of Tales, Tunes, and Triumphs
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Join host Mark Baratto as he dives into the colorful and eclectic world of “Woolly” Willie Alsedek, a master of storytelling whose life reads like a novel. In Episode 242, we unravel the threads of Willie’s adventurous journey from aspiring filmmaker to beloved author and artist. Willie opens up about the serendipitous rock-paper-scissors game that propelled him into the realms of digital media and how a national recession nudged him onto the boardwalks, guitar in hand, serenading the world one laugh at a time. More on Woolly Willie Website: Instagram: ...
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Episode 241 - A Taste of Key West, Savoring The Flavors of Community and Charity
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Episode 240 - The Waggin' Wiggle Food Truck
Backyards of Key West Podcast with Mark Baratto
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Episode 239 - The Concierge Girl with Kelly & Keith Hopkins
Backyards of Key West Podcast with Mark Baratto
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Episode 238 - Phat Slabs: The Artistry of Ryan Halligan
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237 - Celebrating Creativity at the 59th Key West Art & Craft Festival
Backyards of Key West Podcast with Mark Baratto
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236 - Crafted Elegance: Coasting Cocktails with Jessica
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235 - From KWSOAPS to E11DROPS: Embracing Change
Backyards of Key West Podcast with Mark Baratto
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info_outlineIn this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Aaron Pearlman, the General Manager of Prime Steakhouse Key West.
We talk about the restaurant's history, how they stay upscale, but with a relaxed island vibe, and how they keep their food consistently amazing in our tiny island paradise.
A Message from Prime Steakhouse
Finally a light at the end of the tunnel! ☀️With the latest update this Friday we will be reopening our doors to our island friends & family! We will be running our September locals specials as well as half price stone crab claws 🦀 Indoor & outdoor seating will be available so reservations are recommended but not necessary. If you’re looking to celebrate a missed birthday, anniversary or would just like to have a sense of normalcy again, we would love to serve you! Our doors will open at 5:30pm. Take out & delivery will still be available as well 🥩 🦞 🍷•
More on Prime Steakhouse
Website: https://primekeywest.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primesteakhousekeywest/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PrimeKeyWest
Address: 951 Caroline St, Key West, FL 33040
Phone: (305) 296-4000
Since opening in 2005, PRIME has quickly become the premier steakhouse in the Florida Keys. Impeccably prepared prime beef is the star at PRIME, cooked to perfection in ovens nearing 1,000 degrees.
Under the supervision of the executive chef, there’s more to Prime than just great steaks!! Locally caught lobster tails, daily fresh fish specials from Key West fishermen, nightly pasta special, or whole yellowtail snapper, deep-fried and cleverly seasoned are just a few of the treats that await the non-carnivores. Chef Kim Quach has been pleasing palettes in the keys for over ten years and has brought his creativity and passion to PRIME. Jumbo lump crab cakes, carpaccio of filet mignon, or garlicky escargot are just a few starters that locals rave about. And don’t forget the Truffled Mac and Cheese, PRIME’S signature side.
Whether you prefer steaks or seafood, we’ve selected wines from Italy, France and the USA, that will pair perfectly with your dinner.
Whether you choose to dine al frescoe on our terrace or in our intimate dining room, you will enjoy a superior level of service that will make your dinner at PRIME extraordinary!!