Did you know that Bagatelle, Nine One Five Restaurant & Bar, and First Flight Island Restaurant & Brewery are all owned by the same people?

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with co-owner Damian DeAngelis. 

We talk about how he got involved in the restaurant business, which of the three were acquired first, and why he wanted to keep going until he had the one where it all started.

In today's episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Frankie Flemming, Key West's top professional Makeup Artist.

We talk about Frankie's experience on QVC, her world traveling doing makeup, and how she landed here in Key West.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with musicians from the band Homegrown.

We talk about how they got started and why they love building their base in Key West.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with singer-songwriter John Goolsby.

This interview was done over a year ago and was completely lost.  After some technical creativity, I was able to restore it and loved our banter back and forth, which is why I am releasing it!

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Len Johnson, the co-owner of Better Than Sex - A Dessert Restaurant, to talk about what has been happing in their restaurant after being opened for 15 years!

We talk about new locations, new menu items and how Len and Dani keep their staff loving where they work!

To listen to our first episode, CLICK HERE.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Farmer Jeanne Selander to talk about how the animal farm started, how it impacts the community, and Farmer Jeanne's love for all animals.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with singer-songwriter, Howard Livingston. We talk about how he started his career as a musician and how he is a successful musician with no agent or record label. More on Howard Livingston Howie actually did what many folks dream of doing: he gave...

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Tucker's Provisions creator, and managing partner, Kurt Matarazzo.

We talk about the creation of the legendary apparel brand started, a little backstory on Kurt, and what's in store for the brand's expansion.  

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the creators of Artfully Keys, Lance Berry, Sara Pasqueretta, and Chris Anderson. 

We talk about the Artfully Keys concept, bringing artists together, and trying to fine out #WheresErnesto

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Jordan, the marketing mind behind the brand new speakeasy, Follow The Rabbit.

We talk about the concept, keeping the location secret and a rundown on what to expect.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Matthew Headley, the owner of Big Cheezees Pub and Grub restaurant.

We talk about the restaurant's concept and how it made it down to Key West, the new menu and the music.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Jacque, the General Manager of Amigos Tortilla Bar.  

We talk about the origin of Amigos, how that got that killer location and, of course, their delicious food.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the team at Might Cock.

We talk about whey they all moved to Key West, their BBQ menu... and of course, the name :)

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Josh, the bar manager at the world-famous Smallest Bar.

We talk about why a month-long trip turned into a life-long love for Key West, how many people fit in the Smallest Bar, and some behind-the-bar stories ;)

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with professional martial artist and owner of Bone Island MMA, Eddy Aguiar.

We talk about how he got started in martial arts, his love for competing, and helping kids fall in love with martial arts.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Carol Wightman, one of the owners of the famed Marquesa Hotel to discuss, what it takes to run a successful hotel, some famed guests that have stayed at the hotel, and what the "hotel life" in Key West really looks like.

Be on the listen for Carol's favorite places to dine (besides Cafe Marquesa), and some of her other local favorites.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down to get interviewed on the Living In Key West Podcast, with Stephanie & Greg.

We talk about my career path and how I became an artist and the genesis of the Backyards of Key West brand.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Gallery 1:11 owner, Leigh Daniel.

We talk about her new gallery, the types of artists she curates, and why she moved the gallery to Key West.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Chris and Patrick, the owners of Eaton Good.

 We talk about the variety of restaurants they used to own, their love for cooking with fire, and what makes their restaurant stand out.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Ariel Willis, the creator of Southernmost Arcades.   We talk about how Ariel grew up in Key West, her fond memory of games and the toy store here on the island, and how she is reviving that love one game at a time :) More...