"It [went from] Biker City in the '70s to an art mecca in the '80s to a restaurant haven. … It's kind of a funky, kitschy town. It's an eclectic mix." —Stephen Ross
"We really felt this is what Old Florida is all about. … With all the Spanish moss hanging from the trees and the brick-lined streets. … it was very Mayberry to us. [The Rosses are from the D.C. metro area] … It was a little bit more bohemian a couple of years ago. We're getting a lot more people from out of state. It's a very gay-friendly community. … It remains very artsy. —Annette Vedsegaard-Ross. The Rosses are co-owners of Hula Hula on Beach Boulevard.
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This article appears in Mar 26 – Apr 1, 2008.