Executive Diversion

Restaurateur horses around with rescue animals on his 5-acre farm

Lee Karlins has a lot on his plate but is up with the dawn to care for his critters.

  • By Laura Lyon
  • | 5:00 a.m. January 10, 2025
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Lee Karlins, the president of Caledon Concepts, poses for a selfie with his donkey.
Lee Karlins, the president of Caledon Concepts, poses for a selfie with his donkey.
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Lee Karlins, president of Caledon Concepts. Company is a restaurant group based in St. Pete that is the parent of two restaurants: Ceviche Tapas Bar and Rococo Steak. He’s been with the company since 2015 and has maintained a presence in the culinary industry for several decades, including roles at 2B Hospitality, Stonewood Grill & Tavern and Outback Steakhouse. 


 

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