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emulsion. Look for lots of fiery Indian flavors - chef Pulapaka was born in Mumbai, and
ditched a career as a math professor to follow his passion for food.
Information
Welcome Center TOURIST INFORMATION
( 386-734-4331; www.delandchamber.org ; 336 N Woodland Blvd; 8:30am-5pm Mon-Fri)
Everything you ever wanted to know about DeLand but never thought to ask.
Ocala
Blanketed by velvety emerald paddocks where sleek-limbed horses neigh in the misty
morning air, the outskirts of Greater Ocala look like the US Dept of Agriculture-certified
'Horse Capital of the World' should look. There are about 1200 horse farms in Marion
County, with more than 45 breeds represented.
Downtown Ocala, however, ain't so grand - there's a reason locals call it 'Slocala.' But
it's not the downtown you're here for - this rural city is surrounded by beautiful clear
springs and the best backyard in Florida: Ocala National Forest.
Sights & Activities
Don Garlits Museums MUSEUM
( 877-271-3278; www.garlits.com ; 13700 SW 16th Ave; adult/child $15/6; 9am-5pm)
Local Don 'Big Daddy' Garlits won 144 national events and 17 World Championship titles,
shattering numerous records in his hand-built breakneck speedsters. A visit to Ocala isn't
complete without checking out his twin museums. First up, the Museum of Drag Racing,
where you'll see engine collections and an impressive line-up of about 150 dragsters. The
adjacent Museum of Classic Cars houses a phenomenal collection of more than 70 autos,
including a 1926 Model T and Don's two-toned 1950 Mercury, driven by the Fonz in
Happy Days . Allow two hours to look around.
Silver Springs State Park PARK