Florida retirement dreams often crash against the harsh reality of coastal property prices and tourist-town inflation. But tucked away in the heart of the Sunshine State lies Ocala, a place where ...

Think of Ocala as the comfortable pair of jeans in Florida’s otherwise flashy wardrobe – not as glitzy as Miami or as tourist-trampled as Orlando, but infinitely more livable for everyday folks.

Explore classic Florida diner plates from the ’80s that still hold up today, offering nostalgic flavors and comforting dishes ...