General Interest
Thanksgiving - Some Surprising Tales & Trivia
The Thanksgiving we celebrate today is quite different from the original gatherings in what were the colonies back in the day. Thanksgiving was originally a celebration by the Pilgrims that...
Labor Day – 140 Years of Change
Imagine yourself in New York City, 1882. It’s Tuesday, September 5th. The labor movement is making strides and a moment of celebration is being recognized with a parade. Local workers...
Guayabera – The Distinctive Shirt
When it comes to warm humid weather, the people who live closer to the tropics know what to wear to stay comfortable. Think of warm areas in the US, (nowadays...
Best (or Worst) Dad Jokes
Everyone loves a good joke. One that gives you a surprising funny zinger. The kind that you can’t wait to tell your friends. We also love our fathers. But when...
Father's Day Gifts Dad Will Love
Probably the most difficult person to buy for in your family is your dad/hubby. You want to get him something that you know he will wear, but finding him something...
12 Best Hemingway Quotes and a Fascinating Tidbit
Ernest Hemingway was one of the most highly acclaimed novelists/journalists of the 20th Century. He served in World War I, and these experiences were the foundation for his novel ‘A...
Key West 200: Celebrating the History of Key West
Happy Birthday! Guess who's turning 200?! Key West! March 25, 1822: Lt. Commander Matthew Perry planted the USA flag on Key West claiming the Florida Keys as United States property....
Our Favorite Men’s Pullovers for Winter in Key West
Madda Fella's men’s pullovers are lightweight and comfortable jackets that can take you from sailing the ocean waters to your favorite high-end restaurant in style. If you’re under the misconception...
The History of the 12 Days of Christmas
We all know that Irving Berlin wrote the song, White Christmas and that Bing Crosby was the first crooner to sing it. However not all Christmas songs, like the 12...
Thank You
During this time of the year when we all reflect on what’s good, thought we’d share a quick update. First…Thank you. It’s been one heck of a journey. As a...
Linen - The Perfect Fabric
Is it okay to wear wrinkly linen? Throughout history, linen has been at the core of our use of textiles. Why? Linen is an extremely durable fabric. It is strong,...
Our Top Picks in Men’s Fall Clothes and Outerwear Jackets
It’s that time of the year when the weather in Key West is gearing up to get a little chillier in the evenings between now and January, which means it’s...
