Water. Dolphins. Sunset. Great! - Our sunset cruise was everything we were hoping for. The Osprey (adults only) has comfortable cushioned benches lining the boat and a wee bar and restroom aft. The crew are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful and best of all, for us, the Osprey was not sold out. So, there was room for those so inclined to move around a bit. Finding the actual boat for boarding can be a bit challenging as it seems the docking area is not always the same, but we managed in the end and the crew rounded up those who were still lost before we cast off. After a brief safety review, we were invited to get a drink if we wanted from the bar. For me, just being on the water with a refreshing breeze is enough, but there was more. The Osprey sails through an area where dolphin families hunt together, and we were treated to the sight of these beauties cresting in a glistening arc before diving again. They do it in synch and it's magical to watch. The pod we were following was being pursued by one or two males and their efforts were resisted by moms and "aunties" who help raise the baby dolphins. The older females would rise straight up and smack the water with their tails, an energetic and often effective way to scare off predatory males. All of this was described by our on-board tour guide and deck hand (or self-described XO, Mary) who gave provided great info and answered all our questions. She had the right balance of giving info and letting us just enjoy the cruise! We also cruised past the Castillo de San Marcos and learned how the design and materials used in its construction effectively warded off attacks. For those who've been at sea, you know that the jaw dropping spectacular sunset is never a guaranteed thing. But we struck lucky again and got a gorgeous one. And everyone on board got the chance to photograph it, with crew offering to take over cameras for couples and group photos. On our last leg of the cruise, we got another treat--the Bridge of Lions was opening for tall watercraft. And as a kind of mini-finale, one of the local pirate ships engaged in a mock battle with a much smaller, but nevertheless feisty opponent. Good to know: Have an early dinner at the nearby Kingfish Grill, which offers indoor and outdoor seating, good food, great service, and a 10% discount to those going on the cruise. The Osprey and the Sunset Cruise are just one offering of Florida Water Tours. There are family-friendly and party cruises as well. Good to know: The dock area can be challenging to navigate, but especially for those with mobility concerns. Our crew was very helpful to one passenger who needed a walker. We loved this cruise and would go again.

Wonderful Meal at Margarita's Home - We had such an amazing day with Margarita at her home. She was such a kind and patient host with our kids and taught all of us how to make an amazing mexican meal. Our time with her was the highlight of our trip and we cannot recommend her enough for those looking for an experience off the beaten track.

A lovely tour + great food!! - An incredible experience! Margarita is such a great teacher/guide. She was super patient with us and helpful throughout the cooking class! We were able to explore the market before rolling up our sleeves and get to cooking. Margarita taught us how to make stuffed poblano peppers along with appetizers and a fruit dessert. Everything was delicious! Highly recommend!

Family Spring Break Highlight - We went as a family of four with our two kids age 8 and 9. Margarita was so welcoming and her house is absolutely lovely to spend the morning cooking in. We first went to the local market where she showed us local items and showed us common ingredients for Mexican cooking. I've never seen Molè paste before and such a variety. It was definitely an interesting experience for the kids, to see how locals live and shop which you would not get just by being on vacation while staying in a hotel. Margarita adjusted the menu for kid friendly cooking and the kids had a blast! We made sopes, queso fundido, two types of tacos and dessert that we will now be making on a weekly basis when we get home. Her house setting is magical and truly transports you to enjoy the meals we prepared. The kids said that her cooking class was the best part of their spring break!

Awesome food and experience. - Amazing food and education with Margarita. She had everything planned (including avoiding a food allergy). Clean and professional. Amazing experience.

Information & Delicious Cooking Experience - Margarita made the experience very pleasurable and informative. We had a quick yet interesting tour of the local market. The drive back-and-forth also gave us a glimpse of her beautiful neighborhood. She did a great job planning ahead and making the cooking experience, insightful and rewarding. Her house is beautiful and the backyard was a pleasure to sit in while dining.

Simple and enjoyable - We had a quick visit to San Angles market. Margarita taught us to cook a three course meal. Weather was amazing and we enjoyed few drinks in her beautiful backyard. She is an excellent host.

Great day in a local kitchen - We had such a great time with Margarita. Her home, where the cooking class was held, was welcoming and beautiful. Although we enjoyed the visit to the local market, it wasn’t really necessary to the experience. The best part about it was seeing the beautiful neighborhood around it. For the cooking lesson, Margarita had everything organized in advance and there was a lot of hands-on teaching which we loved. We learned how to make a variety of local dishes, and were given great advice on how to expand on the recipes to make other things. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone who enjoys cooking, experienced or not.

Perfect afternoon - Thank you, Margarita for a wonderfully immersive experience! The neighborhood and dining setting was so lovely and peaceful. We learned about a lot of the buildings nearby, trees, plants and then settled into the kitchen to try some new fruits and begin the cooking process. Everything was so delicious and we learned so much! And Lola is precious!

Yumm - I had an incredible time with Margarita! I highly recommend booking a class with her :) she is a wealth of knowledge.