Main Dish Recipes

Dapur in Fort Lauderdale: For the Scene, Not the Cuisine

Longboards in West Palm Beach: A Fish-Focused Restaurant From Nightlife Mogul Rodney Mayo

Half Baked: Restaurant Quality?

Patty Canedo is a chef in Palm Beach. She writes frequently about her kitchen exploits in this column, Half-Baked. Photo by urbaninvestigations I wish food shopping was always this pretty.​ Earlier this week, I advised a sick friend the only real remedy to any illness is chicken ... More >>

New Times Pairings 2011 Winners Announced

The squash shooter from 3030 Ocean​Terrific weather, a great turnout, and delicious eats marked last night's New Times Pairings at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Without further delay, we are pleased to announce the winners for Best Overall, Most Unique Dish, Most Decadent Dish, and B ... More >>

Pairings 2011: How Was It?

Chef Franco Filippone from Sette Bello​This morning started with a red eye after a decadent night of eating and drinking at last night's 4th Annual New Times Pairings. It was my first South Florida gastronomic event and I was impressed at how smoothly things ran, the absence of lines, and plenty o ... More >>

Hate It or Love It? A Tale of One Dish

asmallthingbutmyown.com​While tallying results of this year's ballot winners for New Times Pairings, we stumbled upon the most compelling item:short rib buns from STK Miami. Turns out, it was the most divisive dish. Two judges loved the sandwich, awarding it a

Sea in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea: Fresh Catch, Feels Like Home

The Red Koi Serves Sushi, Pad Thai at Arts Park Tonight

The Red Koi serves up sushi and one steming hot pad Thai.​We've been reading a lot about sushi on Clean Plate Charlie recently, so we thought it was a good time to profile the only sushi-serving food truck in south Florida -- The Red Koi.The mobile outpost of the Coral Gables Red Koi Thai & Su ... More >>

Florida Foods: Why is Fort Lauderdale Hooked on Fish Dip?

​When I first got here, one of many questions in my loop had been what the hell is smoked fish dip and why do people here eat it?  I'm not talking about what you might come across in a deli like Lox Haven, though what I'm looking for is certainly a cousin. Served with a side of spicy rel ... More >>

Top of the Point Unveils 'American Roadtrip' Dinners

​From the Top of the Point you can see all the way to Nantucket. The Napa Valley too. And Santa Fe and New Orleans. (Not Russia, though. Sorry, Sarah Palin.)  Actually, though the vistas from the penthouse restaurant atop West Palm's Phillips Point East Tower are both gorgeous and expansive, ... More >>

Max's Harvest in Delray Beach: Farm-to-Fork Done Right, Plus the Best Steaks in Palm Beach County

Today: Free Garlic Lover's Chicken Breast with any purchase at Panda Express

flickr/gladtob_rad​Late night summer hours and garlic? Seems like Panda Express is trying to ward off some vampires.

McDonald's to Serve English Pub Burgers: Is Fillet of Fish and Chips Next?

Burger Business The new McPub...Wonder if they'll be a McGuiness to go with it???​Burger Business has reported that a new McDonald's English-style pub burger is in the works. The English Pub Burger is an Angus third-pound burger, garnished with hickory-smoked bacon, white cheddar and Ame ... More >>

Photo Tour of Longboards Grand Opening in West Palm Beach

Nicole DannaLongboard special: Carpetbagger Oysters​Longboards, the new West Palm Beach seafood restaurant with a beach-easy theme, opened its doors on the west end of Clematis St. with a bombin' block party Saturday, July 2. Hundreds turned out for free food, drink and entertainment in suppo ... More >>

Guy Fieri Approved: Try the Winning Rib Recipe from the Food Network Star Fourth of July Episode

The Food NetworkFood Network Star's Fourth of July Episode winner Susie Jimenez cooked spicy pork ribs​Food Network Star finalists put on quite a show Sunday night for Season Seven's Fourth of July special-episode featuring "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives," host, Guy Fieri. The show's 10 remaini ... More >>

The Rolling Stove and Other Food Trucks at Seminole Hard Rock

Troy Thomas is King of the Grill​Troy Thomas and mom Pat roll out on their flame-engulfed truck once again. After hours of prep time, including marinating chicken in Thomas' specialty jerk seasoning for five to six hours, it's time to get The Rolling Stove to the roundup and set up for ... More >>

Forget the Grill: Five Tips for the Perfect Burger

​It's June, which means people all over will be firing up the grill for backyard cookouts. And what goes better at one of those cookouts than that most American of sandwiches, the hamburger?A grilled burger can be fantastic. The high heat of the flames caramelize the outside of the patty, lending ... More >>

Rock Hard Tacos Now Open in Boca Raton, Serving up SoCal Style Mexican Fare

Nicole DannaBreakfast burritos are the specialty here, where they're served all day long.​When it comes to East Coast/West Coast battles, it seems like California has it all. It's got the girls. The sun, the surf. And -- according to Rock Hard Taco partner and general manager Steve Mille ... More >>

A Foodie's Guide to Hurricane Supplies

​It's officially H-word season again, and you've probably heard over and over and over again now you're supposed to prepare for the not-so-blessed event until your ears start to bleed. Stock up on a whole bunch of canned food, they tell you. Canned tuna, canned chicken, canned soups, canned (gag!) ... More >>

Pan Fried Red Snapper With Roasted Almonds: A Recipe From Chef Mike Of Coco Asian Bistro & Bar

Coco Asian Bistro​Recently we featured an interview with Chef Mike Ponluang, owner of Coco Asian Bistro in Fort Lauderdale. If you missed it, you can read it here and here. We're now sharing Chef Mike's recipe for pan seared red snapper with roasted almonds. Enjoy.

Café Jamm in Fort Lauderdale: Delicious Comfort Food From the Family That Brought You Sushi Blues Cafe

Rum 'n' Coke Ribs: A Recipe from Pete Evans

Pete Evans Rum 'n' Coke Ribs - just in time for summer!​Last week we interviewed Australian celebrity chef and author Pete Evans. If you missed the interview, read it here and here. Just in time for Memorial Day barbecuing, we're sharing Pete's recipe for Rum 'n' Coke Ribs. Enjoy.

100 Favorite Dishes: No. 16 -- Short Rib-Stuffed Burger From Bizaare Ave Cafe

As a countdown to the Best of Broward Palm Beach 2011, coming in June, Clean Plate Charlie is serving up a hundred of our favorite dishes in South Florida. Send your own nominations to Deirdra.Funcheon@BrowardPalmBeach.com.No. 16: Short Rib-Stuffed Burger from Bizaare Ave Café Is there any dis ... More >>

Second-Annual Riverwalk Trust Burger Battle Crowns a Champ

Stephanie Colaianni​Friday night's Burger Battle continued the ongoing debate over which Fort Lauderdale restaurant is the champion of the chuck. And for the second year in a row, that champ is...Georgie's Alibi. Click here for a full slide show from the event. The veteran Wilton Manors restaurant ... More >>

Foie Gras and Truffles Are OK -- and Other Ways to Win Tonight's Burger Contest

Candace WestRok: Brgr, maker of this fine burger, is one of 15 restaurants competing in the Riverwalk Trust Burger Battle.​The Kansas City Barbeque Society -- the United Nations of barbecue contests -- has just three simple categories for its judges: taste, appearance, and tenderness/texture. Even ... More >>

Tuna Burgers with Mango Ketchup: A Recipe From Chef Allen Susser

Chef Allen presents another delicious dish.​Earlier this week, Chef Allen Susser spoke with Clean Plate Charlie about the upcoming Riverwalk Trust Burger Battle, the closing of Chef Allen's after 25 years and his plans for the future. If you missed the interview, you can read it here a ... More >>

100 Favorite Dishes: No. 44 -- Tuna Tartar From Canyon Southwestern Cafe

As a countdown to the Best of Broward Palm Beach 2011, coming in June, Clean Plate Charlie is serving up a hundred of our favorite dishes in South Florida. Send your own nominations to Deirdra.Funcheon@BrowardPalmBeach.com. No. 44: Tuna Tartar from Canyon Southwestern CafeJamie Long​

Vegetarian Easter Dishes: Feed Your Meat-Free Friends

By Aussiegall via Creative Commons There's plenty for the bunny huggers to eat besides carrots.​ As a vegetarian, Easter is one of several holidays where I struggle to muster half the enthusiasm for the menu as most everyone else in the room. If, like me, you've ever gone riffling through the East ... More >>

Q&A with Denise Austin and the Lifetime Television Morning Talk Show, The Balancing Act

The Balancing Act​We could probably all use a little motivation when it comes to staying fit, healthy and happy. But when you have kids, a full-time job -- or both -- it can be hard to find the time to focus. That's why, for some, the difference could mean simply finding the right balance wit ... More >>

Grilled Vietnamese-Style Chicken Wings: A Recipe by Emeril Lagasse

Laine Doss Bam!​Earlier in the week, we interviewed Chef Emeril Lagasse. If you missed the interview, you can read it here and here. We're now sharing one of Emeril's recipes with you. These Vietnamese-style wings are inspired by a dish that's on the menu at Chef Emeril's restaur ... More >>

Ladybug, Ladybug: New Restaurant Offers Different Kind of Protein

Insect "Bento Box" at Ladybug, Ladybug.​Ladybug, Ladybug owner Carrie White traveled around the world after high school. Coming from a strict religious background, White wanted to see the world before settling down to college and a career. Her travels led her to Southeast Asia, where she s ... More >>

Michelle Melt: A Recipe by Spike Mendelsohn

​Earlier this week, we interviewed Top Chef cheftestant spike Mendelsohn. If you missed the interview, you can catch it here and here. Since Spike's restaurants are in Washington D.C., he's named this delicious patty melt after First Lady Michelle Obama. Enjoy the recipe.       ... More >>

Deal of the Day: $8 for $20 Worth of Food & Drink at La Fiesta Cafe in Delray Beach

La Fiesta Cafe​La Fiesta Cafe  in Delray Beach is everything you want a Mexican Grill to be. They have fajitas and flautas; burritos and tacos; chimichangas and quesadillas.But unlike the other Mexican pit stops -- where you order fast, fresh and make-as-you-go -- at Fiesta Cafe, things ... More >>

100 Favorite Dishes: No. 80 -- Insalata Caprese at Fiorentina

As a countdown to the Best of Broward Palm Beach 2011, coming in June, Clean Plate Charlie is serving up a hundred of our favorite dishes in South Florida. Send your own nominations to Deirdra.Funcheon@BrowardPalmBeach.com.No. 80: Insalata Caprese at Fiorentina​

For Vegetarians: Four Corned-Beef-Free Dishes to Make for St. Patrick's Day

Foxtongue via Creative CommonsIt doesn't have to be this way!​ Irish cuisine isn't really known as being super veg friendly, what with all the adorable, fuzzy lambs that are turned into decidedly less adorable stews and such. Any vegetarian who's ever traveled the Emerald Isle -- or stopped by a S ... More >>

Coconut Curried Snapper, A Recipe From Chef Charles Coe

Catch, Clean Cook Coconut Snapper​Chef Charles Coe is the star of the new television series Catch, Clean Cook. Set in the Caribbean, Chef Charles and takes viewers to different exotic locales where he and his crew make a wonderful meal using only the freshest local ingredients. Clean Plat ... More >>

For Vegetarians -- Four Awesome Meat-Free Sandwiches

Tricia WoolfendenDelicious vegan club -- tastes nothing like chicken.​Meat eaters have the advantage over vegetarians in many dining situations, not the least of which is at the deli counter or sandwich joint. Palm Beach County in particular is flush with authentic New York-style delis where the m ... More >>

Top Chef Cheftestant Carla Hall Shares Chicken Pot Pie Recipe on Jimmy Fallon

NBC Universal Chef Carla Hall​Carla Hall, the loveable and ditzy Top Chef cheftestant that usually runs around like a chicken with her head cut off, was recently on Late Show with Jimmy Fallon to share her winning Chicken Pot Pie Recipe.  For those of you who want a bit of lovin' in ... More >>

Rare Las Olas in Fort Lauderdale Serves Steaks Perfect for Captains of Industry

The Manor in Wilton Manors: Like a Gay Dave & Buster's -- With Gargoyles

Super Bowl Burger Battle: The Green Bay Brat-Burger

stilettosetsports.comBurgers, beer-cheese, and brats? Yes, please.​​If you thought beer cheese soup was going to get the job done, think again. That's right, Cheeseheads -- if you want to go head-to-head with the Pitts-Burger this Sunday, you'll have to bring something, well, meatier. ... More >>

Angus Bar and Grill in Hollywood: Tasty Meat, Bargain Price

Make This Stone Crab and Artichoke Dip For Your Football Watch Party

Courtesy of Linda Gassenheimer Stone Crab and Artichoke Dip​You've invited a bunch of friends over to watch the games this weekend. That also means you're going to have a half dozen hungry guys and gals in your living room and if you don't feed them they're going to start eating the furnit ... More >>

Fuel up for Football: Make These Amazing Pork Sliders

Flickr/AO101101 Pulled Pork Slider​Watching football requires a lot of work- there's the wearing of the lucky jersey (or hat), goal dancing, cursing at the television...all that works up quite an appetite. Why phone in for bad pizza delivery when you can have these amazing pork sliders? C ... More >>

Heavenly Hogfish and Tomatoes: A Recipe From Linda Gassenheimer

​This week we featured a two-part interview with chef and author Linda Gassenheimer, who's latest book, "The Flavor of The Florida Keys", hit stores last month. Check out the other parts here and here. Linda agreed to share a recipe from her new book with Clean Plate Charlie readers.

White Crescent Burgers in West Palm Beach: The Moonies Have Landed!

Exotic Meat for Sale: Lion, Rattlesnake and More

Laine Doss Lion - It's what's for dinner.​Earlier this week, we told you about James Jablon -- a man who's living with lions for a month, and has said he will even eat what they eat. (We gave some advice about that.) Well, here's some info for those who would rather eat a lion than live wi ... More >>

La Rosa Nautica in Boca Raton: This Peruvian Joint Knows How to Do Seafood

The Grateful Palate in Fort Lauderdale Successfully Converts From Yacht Purveyor to Fine Restaurant

The Best Thanksgiving Turkey Ever

​Awhile back, I wrote plugging the Best Chicken Ever, a dry-brined bird based on a recipe developed by Judy Rodgers of San Francisco's Zuni Café.   Rubbed with salt and pepper and stuffed under the skin with fresh herbs, then left to "brine" in the fridge for 24 to 48 hours and roasted ... More >>