For years, Fort Lauderdale was a beautiful beach resort town, known best for spring break and a casual laid-back atmosphere — and the casual laid-back dining to match it. That meant that locals on the hunt for a good meal would often travel to Delray Beach or Miami. It’s only…
Oh, the struggles of life. Every morning seems like a battle against the world as the day turns into a never ending race to get to work, take kids to school, and put a little food on the table. Almost since time began, artists have been trying to depict the…
Halloween is this Saturday and that means little ghouls and ghosties showing up at your doorstep begging for candy to keep their sugar rush going. If you’re feeling a little jealous that kids get all the good stuff this time of year, worry not. Starbucks has heard your cries and…
Ben & Jerry’s and New Belgium have joined forces to make all our ice cream and beer dreams come true. The Vermont-based ice creamery and Colorado brewery have collaborated on both a beer-based ice cream and an ice cream beer. As Eric Fredette, flavor guru for Ben & Jerry’s (who, by…
In a deal that CNN Money calls the biggest beer deal ever, the two biggest beer companies in the world have stepped closer together, when they announced they have agreed to a merger — in principle. Under the agreement, AB InBev would buy SABMiller shares at GBP 44 per share…
The South Beach Wine & Food Festival, which runs from February 25 tthrough 28, is expanding events north to Fort Lauderdale with its new Taste Fort Lauderdale series. The festival actually kicks off in Fort Lauderdale, with Seaside Eats, a tasting event hosted by Food Network celebrity, Robert Irvine at…
In case you’ve been living under a rock, you probably already that New Times “Original” Beerfest presented by Isle Casino Pompano Park is tomorrow night – that’s Saturday, October 10 in Esplanade Park. If you haven’t yet purchased your tickets, today is your absolute final last chance to s ave…
Davie shoppers, get your wallets ready because Trader Joe’s opens tomorrow! Employees are busy putting finishing touches on the 9,300 square-foot store, located at Tower Shops at 2296 S. University Dr. and will throw open its doors on Friday, October 9 at 8 a.m. with an official lei cutting ceremony. …
The New Times, 18th Annual “Original” Beerfest, presented by Isle Casino, returns on Saturday, October 10, 2015, to Esplanade Park in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. The fun starts at 7 p.m. (6 p.m. for VIP and Brewmaster ticketholders), with plenty of suds, music and fun. In case the draw of sampling over…
For Sublime’s Nanci Alexander, saving animals is all in a day’s work. The restaurateur founded the Animal Rights Foundation of Florida (ARFF), then created Sublime to show the world that a plant-based restaurant can be both delicious and sophisticated. In addition to serving tasty vegan dishes that satisfy both carnivores…
Fall is here and that means the return of football, pumpkin-flavored everything, and New Times’ “Original” Beerfest, presented by Isle Casino. This celebration of beer is the best and coolest way to celebrate the suds in South Florida — and a lot cheaper and easier than getting to Oktoberfest in…
If for some reason Pumpkin Spice Lattes aren’t your thing, Starbucks has introduced yet another taste of fall. The coffee company just launched its Toasted Graham Latte. The flavor was developed by the company’s beverage R&D manager, Yoke Wong, who probably spends much of the day perusing social media for…
After much anticipation, Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort (1111 N. Ocean Dr.) swung open its doors this week to give parrotheads a slice of heaven (in the form of key lime pie, of course). The resort soft-opened this past Tuesday, with some components being finished and tweaked even as people enjoy…
For all you Davie shoppers holding their breath until Trader Joe’s opens in their backyard, please exhale and take a moment before you read the following news. The boutique grocer with the tropical theme has delayed its opening by a few weeks. The store, located at Tower Shops at 2296…
Ohana: Luau by the Sea, is coming to Fort Lauderdale and it’s a celebration of all things tiki. The three-day party runs from Thursday, October 1 – Saturday, October 3, and it’s filled with fun, music, cocktails, and all things tiki culture. Luau by the sea is the second Ohana…
Fall is coming and that means the return of cooler weather, all things pumpkin, and New Times’ “Original” Beerfest, presented by Isle Casino. The mega celebration of all things beer returns to Fort Lauderdale’s Esplanade Park on Saturday, October 10. From 7 to 10 p.m., enjoy unlimited sampling of over…
Paula Deen is currently in the middle of undergoing an image makeover. The former Food Network star, known for her outspoken demeanor and love of butter, is readying herself for her Dancing With The Stars debut, tonight, September 14 at 8 p.m. on ABC. The 68 year-old celebrity chef, the…
It looks like Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort (1111 N. Ocean Dr.) is finally fins up! Jimmy Buffett must have heard the whirl of blenders making margaritas at the resort’s soon-to-open 5 O’Clock Somewhere Bar and Grill, because the lead Parrothead, himself, dropped in to the $179 million resort last week…
On Thursday, September 10 from 7 to 10 p.m., New Times’ Pairings returns to the Broward Center for the Performing Arts for an evening of delicious food , good drink, live entertainment, cooking demos, and other surprises. Last week, we highlighted the restaurants serving up delicious food. Favorite spots like…
On Thursday, September 10 from 7 – 10 p.m., New Times’ Pairings returns to the Broward Center for the Performing Arts for an evening of delicious food, by South Florida’s best restaurants, each paired with a great beer, wine, or cocktail. The event, which also features live entertainment, cooking demos,…
Cafe Martorano has, once again, closed for its annual late-summer break and facelift. The restaurant closed this past weekend and, according to owner Steve Martorano, will open around September 23. Martorano said that the time off from serving guests would give him the opportunity to do some major upgrades to…
More and more, celebrities are turning vegan. Confirmed non-meat eating superstars include the likes of Russell Simmons, Ellen DeGeneres, Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, Paul McCartney, and Pam Anderson. So where would you go to spot these famous foodies tuck into a plate of veggies? Turns out, the best place to spot…
