USA Sports Promotions of Florida and the National Physique Committee (NPC) will showcase what they are billing the “largest fitness event east of the Mississippi.” This studfest for NPC-registered enthusiasts will host competitions in men’s bodybuilding, fitness, and physique and in women’s fitness, figure, bikini, and physique. All ages will…
It is a shame that some real boors have taken the pleasure out of food and wine pairing by elevating it into the strata of the upper class elite. What a goddamned shame because one of life’s little joys is the simple pleasure of experiencing a well balanced meal regardless…
Sometimes it’s hard to explain to outsiders just how rich and deep culture truly runs in South Florida. Blame it on Miami Vice or the excesses of ruinous Fort Lauderdale Spring Break youth behavior. It’s just not easy to break the stereotypes. At least we locals can take some comfort…
Nothing says “summertime” like cleaning up the backyard and getting those grills fired up. We’ve also gotten so used to nature’s erratic patterns here in Florida that we’ve adapted barbecuing as a rain-or-shine activity — it has also become a bit of sport with numerous competitions in different aspects of…
Over the last couple of weeks, West Palm’s CityPlace and their tenant, Brewzzi had been in a tit for tat wrangling concerning the nature of their lease agreement. These troubles began in October of last year when both parties went to court and resulted in what was deemed an amicable…
Summer’s happily underway and with many days still enjoying the South Florida sun (aside from this weekend), you should keep the Palm Beach Zoo in mind as a daytime destination that’s good for the whole family. Sometimes you gotta look at animals to remember your true nature. In an age…
If you caught the Cooking Channel’s Best in Chow Season 2 episode last night, “BBQ Wars Miami,” you’ll know that yet another TV show has rolled through our tip of the state looking for picturesque backdrops and culinary drama. The BBQ episode pitted Downtown joint Sparky’s Roadside Barbecue with North…
The Off the Hookah family of restaurants has always stood out a little bit among their peers for being quick and agreeable when it comes to fundraising and partnering with locals for good causes. This week, the Clematis location will be celebrating its fourth year of operation as well as…
Ever think back on what were the most successful lessons imparted to you during your school years? The ones that really stuck, like when you split into groups and got to do something fun and creative and everyone had a good time but that was the teacher’s subtle way of…
On the unassuming corner of NE First Avenue and NW Third Street, surrounded by auto mechanics and flanked by the train tracks, sits a 1-year-old Peruvian restaurant that might just be Hallandale Beach’s best-kept secret. The décor does not fall into the kitsch of “ethnic,” nor does it strive to…
Scallop season usually begins on the first of July and runs through September 24 and has done so for a very long time. This past May, Gov. Rick Scott asked the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to expand the harvest by three days in an effort to boost…
While this story has all the potential narrative trappings of David and Goliath, the truth seems closer to the harried dealings of taking care of an elderly relative who has gone fully into dementia with a lawyer’s number on speed dial. Last year, CityPlace had a dispute with Brewzzi concerning…
The quirky folks over at Magic Hat Brewery have managed a bit of a social coup by getting Fort Lauderdale’s most compelling craft beer destination, the Riverside Market, to renege on its Sunday policy of “no TV, quality conversation only” by staging a summer movie series. With their couches at…
One might think that Germany and the strictness of nuns can have nothing in common with booze and fun. Well, that’s not true. That’s taking the opening literally and ignoring the proud brewing traditions of Deutschland and that one nun who was always kind albeit a little loopy. No, what…
Here’s a tough one to analyze. On one hand, West Palm Beach’s kitschy and charming Antique Row neighborhood will lose a building that’s suited for the environment’s décor, and on the other, a hazardous road condition could be improved. 412 Avenida Alegre, located behind the Dunkin’ Donuts on 3501 S…
Some people are OK cutting their band’s first demo on a beat-up four-track in their buddy’s garage on a TDK D90 IEC1/Type I audio cassette. Unfortunately, there are far more people these days who’ll require a Rosetta Stone for deciphering the last sentence as well as the author’s cheeky attempt…
Soccer or, rather, football is the greatest sport in the world. Those who know me know that the beautiful game is all that plagues my mind. I am an avid follower of numerous leagues and players across the world. And thanks to the internet, I am able to watch my…
Founded in London in 1971 by Americans Isaac Tigrett and Peter Morton, the Hard Rock Cafe brand will be celebrating its 43rd year of operation this weekend with a three-day birthday bash showcasing their love for music and food. Owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida since 2007, Hard Rock…
Articles listing out the best bands in any genre never seem to fully satisfy everyone. But oh, well, what can you do? This may be especially true for any listicle trying to cull the best hardcore outfits to emerge from Broward and Palm Beach counties. So we tread forward lightly…
TuffGnarl.com is one of the newest South Florida entries into the oft congested world of the internet. With a range of coverage including music, cinema, MMA, soccer, politics, and fashion, to name a few, Tuff Gnarl’s strength derives from the symbiotic diversity of its founders, editors, and staff. Founded in…
Over the past few weeks, we took a look at some of the best punk bands to come out of Miami. While the general consensus was that the 305 did not invent or expand on the subculture back in the day, it will forever be noted that due to its…
“Between greed and desire lies necessity.” That’s the tag atop the teaser poster for Crazy Hood Film Academy’s (CHFA) upcoming short narrative film Avaricious. Michael Garcia and DJ EFN have been steadily making a name for themselves outside of South Florida since the release of their excellent documentary on Cuba’s…
