T-Mex Cantina Closes; Tacocraft Taqueria & Tequila Bar Coming Soon

Longtime Himmarshee establishment, T-Mex Cantina, has closed it’s doors. But don’t worry — not for long. On January 2, expect to see a new and improved concept in its place: Tacocraft Taqueria & Tequila Bar, what is being touted as downtown Fort Lauderdale’s very first taqueria with a chef-driven menu…

Ten Best Desserts in Broward and Palm Beach Counties

Be honest: How often does a sugar craving hit and instantaneously cause you to pull into the nearest convenience store for a quick pick-me-up via a jumbo-sized candy bar? Or worse, lead you into the nearest fro-yo shop for an overpriced cup of boring yogurt? For those who crave a…

The AM Shift: New Breakfast Pop-Up at the Blind Monk

For Ben Lubin, owner of the Blind Monk in West Palm Beach, breakfast often falls into one of two categories: a fast-food pickup devoid of flavor and nutrition or a square meal without any service or ambiance to go along with it. Despite the multitude of restaurants sprinkled across the…

Chug and Run

We’ve got two words to describe this fun-filled race: beer and laughs. On Saturday, Fort Lauderdale is home to a new type of 4k — yes, not 5k — the Tap ’N’ Run. This hilarious race (for those 21 years of age and over) pits teams of racers against one…

Get Quinoa Chaufa at Hollywood’s La Huaca Peruvian Cuisine

Last month, downtown Hollywood welcomed a newcomer to the dining scene: a Peruvian restaurant called La Huaca. The bar and restaurant offers a decidedly upscale touch to Peruvian fare with a menu offering a series of new takes on traditional dishes, delivering the flavors of Peru in a more modern…

Vegan Chef Seth Kirschbaum Returns to Darbster in Boca Raton

It’s no surprise that South Florida hasn’t always been the best place for meat-free eating. From Key West to Jupiter, the area has never had much to offer in terms of healthy, cruelty-free fare, with only a handful of places in Broward and Palm Beach serving the cuisine. But this…

Yellow Green Farmers’ Market Expands Hours, Raises Rental Fee

South Florida, consider yourself lucky in the fresh food department. While most of the country is freezing its ass butt off in subzero temps, we’re still basking in the warm glow of never-ending summer and browsing any one of our near year-round farmers’ markets well into winter. From Jupiter to…

Hudson at Waterway East Opening This Month in Delray Beach

A new waterfront eatery and bar — one of only a few overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway in downtown Delray Beach — will be opening this month. Located across from Deck 84, Hudson at Waterway East will take the space formerly occupied by the historic Old Calypso restaurant, a longtime seafood…

Papa’s Raw Bar: Lighthouse Point Gastropub With a Floridian Twist

Let New Orleans have its gumbo, Kansas City its barbecue, and Los Angeles and New York City their trend-setting concepts. Here in South Florida, we have our own enviable pedigree: Floribbean, best described as a fusion of island-inspired fare mixed with locally grown tropical fruits and fresh-caught fish. And at…

Quarterdeck Founder Opens New Concept in Sunny Isles

The Fort Lauderdale Quarterdeck family is growing — but not with more Quarterdeck locations. Recently, the Newport Group welcomed a new waterfront concept in Miami-Dade, bringing more seafood and sushi to the table. See also: Accomplice Brewery Bringing Gluten-Free Beer and Cider to West Palm Beach…

Apura Juicery and Coffeehouse Now Open in Boca Raton

A new health-focused restaurant in Boca Raton is looking to make its mark in South Florida with its own philosophy toward food and drink. Now open, Apura Juicery and Coffeehouse is serving a unique menu of cold-pressed juices, cold-brewed coffee, handmade nut “mylks,” and whole, plant-based fare. The mission, says…

The Gratitude Cruise

Forget cooking at home. Forget the trip to Grandma’s house. Heck, forget the fancy restaurant dinner even. This Thanksgiving, gather your loved ones and escape to the water for a luxurious, stress-free holiday celebration on the stunning Lady Windridge in Fort Lauderdale. The yacht’s Thanksgiving Day Dinner Cruise is launching…

Accomplice Brewery Brings Gluten-Free Brewing to West Palm Beach

When was the last time you tried a gluten-free beer? For those that have sampled them, the general reaction is: eh, it’s OK, but it’s nothing compared to my [insert favorite craft brew here]. Any true beer lover will tell you, alter the basic ingredients of beer — water, barley,…

Colada Cuban Coffee House & Eatery Coming to Fort Lauderdale

A new Cuban restaurant and coffee shop is coming to Fort Lauderdale next spring. While you can argue that the last thing Broward County needs is yet another Cuban restaurant, owners Ryan Campbell and Alex Recio want you to know they won’t be offering just any Latin American concept. Instead,…

Sweet Dewey’s BBQ Coming to Boca Raton

When it comes to barbecue, most people know the big names of the South. There’s Texas’ slow-cooked ribs, Kansas City’s wood-smoked meats, Memphis’ wet-and-dry ribs, and the Carolinas’ famous pulled pork. Next month, look for a new kind of ‘cue — specifically Mississippi-style barbecue — with the grand opening of…

Gabose Pocha Serves Casual Fare in South Florida’s Own Koreatown

The best-known section of University Drive in Lauderhill might be Koreatown. But drive too fast down the mile-long stretch between Commercial Boulevard and NW 44th Street and you could miss it. The area is home to just a handful of Korean barbecue restaurants and specialty markets, but it’s the type…