The 3rdAnnual South Lake Business Awards Gala was held at Bella Collina on Wednesday, April 11. David Colby, president and CEO of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce, and Board Chair Kalena Meyers were the evening’s hosts and award presenters.
The emcee for the evening was Daralene Jones, an evening news anchor for WFTV Channel 9.
Below are a few pictures of category winners, followed by a complete list of winners, as well as candid photos of attendees. (THE SOUTH LAKE TABLET thanks all who voted for us as your Best Newspaper/Digital publication).
BELOW IS A LIST OF THE ENTIRE BEST OF SOUTH LAKE
| Award | Winner |
| Best Newspaper or Digital Publication
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South Lake Tablet
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| Best Local Printer | Minuteman Press |
| Best Local Signs & Graphics | Affordable Signs of Clermont |
| Best Promotional Products | Kyle Promotions |
| Best Web Design | Splash Social Marketing |
| Best Local Attraction | Citrus Tower |
| Best Local Entertainment | Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards |
| Best Local Special Event to Attend | Pig on the Pond |
| Best Major Theme Park | Walt Disney World |
| Best Automotive Sales | Toyota of Clermont |
| Best Automotive Services | Clermont Automotive & Tire Center |
| Best Architect | Powell Studio Architecture |
| Best Cleaning Services | Mean to Clean |
| Best Photographer | Picture Please Photo Booth – Michelle E. Miller Photography |
| Best Computer/IT Services & Repair | South Lake Computers |
| Best Air Conditioning & Heating | Kalos Services, Inc. |
| Best Builder or Contractor | Schmid Construction |
| Best Home Improvement Services | Mark’s Floors |
| Best Home Inspector | TLC Home Inspections |
| Best Education Services | Sylvan Learning Center of Clermont |
| Best Special Event Venue | Lake Catherine Blueberry Farm |
| Best Event Planner or Rental Service | Bourbon & Bubbles, Inc. |
| Best Assisted Living Community or Nursing Home | Crane’s View Lodge Assisted Living & Memory Care |
| Best Accountant or CPA | Denise Calderon Certified Public Accountant |
| Best Local Bank or Credit Union | Seacoast National Bank |
| Best Financial Services | Edward Jones – Daniela Martinez, Financial Advisor |
| Best Local Insurance Agency | State Farm Insurance – Heather Thies |
| Best Employee Benefits Provider | Florida Blue |
| Best Local Mortgage Company | Success Mortgage Partners |
| Best Local Chiropractor | South Lake Wellness & Injury Center |
| Best Dentist or Orthodontist | Modern Orthodontics |
| Best Local Gym | National Training Center |
| Best Health and Wellness Services | Quick Response Cryo |
| Best Local Spa | Clermont Herb Shoppe & Day Spa |
| Best Local Eye Doctor | Toppino Eye Care |
| Best Local Hotel or Resort | Home 2 Suites |
| Best Local Hair Salon or Salon Service | Mark Douglas Hairdressing |
| Best Local Veterinary Services | All Care Animal Hospital |
| Best Local Pet Services | Pat the Dog Boarding & Grooming |
| Best Residental Community | Trilogy by Shea Homes |
| Best Commerical Real Estate Agent/Agency | Coldwell Banker Commercial, Saunders, Ralston & Dantzler Realty |
| Best Local Title Company | Metes & Bounds Title Company |
| Best Residental Realtor | Keller Williams Classic III Realty |
| Best Local Breakfast Spot | Keke’s Breakfast Café |
| Best Place for Lunch on the Go | Chick-fil-A Clermont |
| Best Place for a Sit Down Lunch | Uncle Kenny’s BBQ & Catering |
| Best Place for Dinner | Root & Branch Bistro & Bar |
| Best Place for a Healthy Meal | Get Back 2 Basics |
| Best Local Pizza | Calabria Ristorante & NY Style Pizza |
| Best Local Caterer | Cheeser’s Palace Café and Catering |
| Best Place for a Sweet Treat | Ritter’s Frozen Custard |
| Best Place for Drinks | Suncreek Brewery |
| Best Local Clothing Boutique | mckenley rae |
| Best Local Jeweler | The Village Goldsmith |
| Best Local Golf Course | Bella Collina Country Club |
| Best Specialty Vehicle Sales | Stormy Hill Harley-Davidson |
| Best Local Bridal Boutique | Gray Collective Bridal |
| Best Local Gift Boutique | The Great Floridian Marketplace |
| Best Local Department Store | Belk |
| Best Specialty Sport Retail | Trek Clermont |
| Best Place for Pet Supplies | American Family Feed & Supply |
The Best of South Lake Awards Gala was an evening filled with anticipation.
For further details, visit PRESTIGIOUS AWARD WINNERS
