For the most part, conferences are an absolute bore. After all, how many people actually want to sit around listening to boring speeches all day long? We most certainly do not. That being said, when you get something speaking about doing something inspiring, something that could potentially change the world…
After all the capitlistic crap of the past decade, many of us are over the whole corporate consumerist holiday ideology; however, we still like to buy stuff, and we like to eat. In celebration of small business Saturday, the Ancient Olive is offering samples and demos on Saturday, November 30,…
November is officially the month of the mustachio — or it should be, at least. To help raise awareness and funds for testicular cancer, Kapow! Noodle Bar and the Dubliner are hosting a November Mustache Party with a raffle, mustachio contest, live music, and more on Saturday, November 30, from…
Getting to know new people in a city can be a trying endeavor. There are people from all over the place who are into all sorts of weird things, and everyone is busy running around from place to place or hanging out with friends they already know. For dog lovers,…
Everyone has his or her own definition of comfort fare. To some, it’s a warm and creamy potato soup; to others, it’s a giant slab of meat; to many, it’s a heaping bowl of pasta paired with a glass of Chianti. If you fall under the latter category, Fort Lauderdale…
The dining room of the Chef’s Palette Cafe & Grill looks much like any high-end restaurant. A hostess stand sits at the entrance. Formal place settings, replete with bread plates, salad, and dinner forks on the left, crisp white triangular folded napkins in the middle, two knives to the right,…
We have certain criteria for bartenders that don’t necessarily extend across the board in the service sector. Obviously, they need to be able to shake up a nice drink, but we kind of like some entertainment as well. What can we say? We’re jaded. If you’re looking for a damned…
The dining room of the Chef’s Palette Cafe & Grill looks much like any high-end restaurant. A hostess stand sits at the entrance. Formal place settings, replete with bread plates, salad, and dinner forks on the left, crisp white triangular folded napkins in the middle, two knives to the right,…
As much as we don’t like to admit it, when it comes to most things in the culinary world the French do it best. Yeah, we know; it defeats the whole ethos of American exceptionalism; the idea of the city on the hill and what have you, but, unfortunately, it’s…
South Florida has no dearth of high-end hotels and resorts. From beautiful oceanfront properties complete with world-class golf courses to intracoastal marina/ hotel combos to trendy retreats known for pools, spas, and parties, options abound. At the end of December Steven Zobel, former executive chef of d.b.a./ Cafe in Fort…
Many a Thanksgiving novice thinks he or she can handle taking on a whole dinner alone. Sure, its seems easy enough: mash some potatoes, bake some stuffing, boil some cranberries, cook a bird. While each of these tasks can be easily done on its own, for a properly executed meal,…
If you’re an Opera singer and you make onto the stage of the Metropolitan Opera, you know you’re made it to the top of your game. Sure, there are tons of chefs on T.V. these days, but let’s be honest, the vast majority only make onto shows because their really…
Around and around we go; today is the start to yet another lovely workweek. Hopefully, you have a bit of a spring in your step from some indulgent weekend activities. If not, don’t fret, there’s still plenty of events to keep you busy through your working days. Whether you’re looking…
One fall holiday down; several more to go. Obviously, with the passing of Halloween, the mall and every other commercial outfit have gone full swing toward the gift-giving holidays — got to get everyone spending ASAP. While in many ways the full fledged capitalistic display is grossly annoying, this year…
Congratulations, you made it through yet another working week. You might as well give yourself a pat on the back to celebrate — or better yet, a drink or three. Whether you’re looking to search out some drunk-ass pilgrims, save some sea turtles, or go all out with tons of…
UPDATE: Good news, brunch-lovers. We’ve recently published a new list of Fort Lauderdale’s best brunches. Now go forth and brunch like you’ve never brunched before. We all love going out to eat. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch — doesn’t matter. We’re ecstatic when we can grab any meal away from the…
In the great words of Sting, Mariah Carey, and apparently countless other individuals, if you love somebody set them free… While there is another part to that quote, it doesn’t really apply here. With a bit of sadness and a lot of gratitude d.b.a./ Cafe, New Times’s Best New Restaurant…
Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD) has had environmentalist, beekeeping enthusiasts, and farmers concerned about the future of farming, and, well, food since 2006. Pollinators, including bees, are integral component to the health of our ecosystems; without them, much of the foods we eat have no way of reproducing. Almonds, apples, plums,…
Everyone has his own definition of comfort fare. To some, it’s a warm and creamy potato soup; to others, it’s a giant slab of meat; to many it’s a heaping bowl of pasta paired with a glass of Chianti. If you fall under the latter category, Fort Lauderdale has a…
South Florida is full of different dining options that can satisfy any type of craving. From expensive celebrity-chef-driven restaurants to tiny pizza joints and everything in between, there tends to be no dearth of options; however, it’s not often that you’ll find an inexpensive casual spot with a big-time chef’s…
Going out to dinner is nice and all, but sometimes you just want to kick back on the couch in a pair of sweats with your hands down your pants. During business hours you’re most likely already dressed, hopefully. Whether you’re running around and need a quick bite to eat…
Around and around we go; today is the start to yet another lovely workweek. Hopefully, you have a bit of a spring in your step from some indulgent weekend activities. If not, don’t fret, there’s still plenty of events to keep you busy through your working days. Whether you’re looking…
