When people think of Florida, the first things that come to mind are sunshine, beaches, and alligators. With their creepy, prehistoric appearance, it’s no wonder those killer reptiles top the list of memorable attributes of the Sunshine State. What some Northerners may be surprised to discover, however, are the myriad…
Halloween has passed, which means the holiday season is officially in full swing. It’s time to throw out (or compost, please!) those pumpkins and pick up those menorahs and Christmas trees. Sure, Thanksgiving is still a ways away, but these days, it’s all about getting into the spirit as soon…
There’s a reason Valentino Cucina Italiana frequently sits at the top of our lists, and won our pick for “Best Restaurant Broward County – 2013” — it really is one of the best restaurants in town. On the pricier side of the spectrum, it’s a special occasion place (for most…
Dog lovers are a breed of their own. We all know someone who is obsessed with her dog: She constantly shows off photos like it’s a kid, smiles adoringly while it rips apart the couch, and dresses the beast up in a tutu and takes it around town. Obviously, that…
Last night marked the unofficial start to the Palm Beach Food and Wine Festival, Broward and Palm Beach counties’ most prestigious culinary event. As part of the lead-up to the festival, media and chefs were invited to the Four Seasons EDGE Steak & Bar to see which Palm Beach County…
Americans’ preferences for alcohol have been all over the place. Nearly every spirit has had its moment to shine. In the Colonial era, it was rum. After the Revolutionary War, American-grown grains were turned into prolific amounts of whiskey. In the Jazz Age, gin saw its day. The Sex and…
Over the course of the next couple of weeks, yachts of all shapes and sizes will be descending upon the City of Fort Lauderdale like drunk dude-bros on Taco Bell at 4 a.m. Tickets to the show range from about $22 to $42 per person. And while getting in will…
Alex Kuk grew up in a restaurant family. When other kids were out playing after school, Kuk was at work. While his friends celebrated holidays, he and his family were busy waiting on festive diners. “It’s not your typical lifestyle,” says Kuk. “Family time is creative. Dinner may be at…
Fast food is on the hot plate these days. National chains are constantly being criticized for their calorie-dense fare that’s served at price points even supermarkets can rarely beat. It’s cheap food to fill you up — hence our current levels of obesity. And when it comes to fast foods,…
When it comes to food conversations these days, it seems that the focus is always on incorporating more plant-based and vegan options. Obviously, it’s healthier. But sometimes you just want to sink your teeth into a big ol’ hunk of meat. While other eateries are slimming down, Del Frisco’s Grille…
When it comes to desserts, there’s one item that tends to elicit the strongest reactions. Most people love it, few stay away from it, but it’s not very common to hear someone is so-so about chocolate. Fort Lauderdale chocolate lovers have a new reason to get excited: Palm Beach County’s…
As much as we love eating, all-you-can-eat doesn’t sound all that exciting — it conjures images of sweaty salad and gray beef. Food festivals, on the other hand, encompass unlimited chef-prepared food (and booze) without the pallid meat and soggy veg. It’s pretty much a win-win. The streets will be…
Anyone and everyone who is into food is used to hearing the value in local produce: it tastes better, it’s better for the environment, it supports the local economy, etc. And hey, that sounds great. We like all of those things. While buying from a local farmer is definitely a…
When it comes to cooking, not all courses are created the same. Sure, a topnotch chef could probably make an amazing cake — and probably way better than anything you’re going to make — but cooking and baking are two completely different things. And there’s nothing like dessert prepared by…
Few cultural festivals are more internationally celebrated than Oktoberfest, but odds are you have no idea how it came to be. It all started with a royal wedding. On October 12, 1810, Crown Prince Ludwig was married to Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen in Munich. As was the case with any…
As is the case with life, restaurants come into and exit this world every day of the week. While they can depart for any number of reasons — bad food, crappy service, terrible health department inspections — chances are, it all comes down to financial terms. Recently, Fort Lauderdale lost…
Another day, another restaurant — for restaurateurs like Burt Rapoport, at least. The owner of Palm Beach eateries, Bogart’s Bar & Grille, Deck 84, Henry’s, and Burt & Max’s, has teamed up with rising star chef David Blonsky for a new Mediterranean concept slated to open in Delray Beach this…
Oktoberfest might be wrapping up in the motherland right now. But down in South Florida, we’re just getting the party started — hey, we are known for being fashionably late, aren’t we? From full-fledged Germanic bashes to mellow (ish?) drinking contest to specials on traditional food and drink, are the…
While most of the news regarding bees has been dire for the past several years, Palm Beach County has reason to get excited about honeybees this week. Busy beekeepers from across the state are gathering together to buzz all about (all right, we’re done with the jokes) the ins and…
Service is important. Atmosphere is great. But a great meal really comes down to the skill of the chef. The best waitstaff ever and the swankiest decor cannot make up for subpar fare. South Florida has no dearth of distinguished chefs. The question is not whether you can get a…
Broward County’s Koreantown (around University and Commercial Blvds. in Lauderhill) has its latest addition. Fred and Susan Kim, owners of critically acclaimed Gabose, this year’s pick for New Times “Best Restaurant – Broward County,” have opened the doors to an authentic Korean pub, Gabose Pocha (or Gabocha). See Also: Gabose:…
The saying goes, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” When it comes to food that idea should remain the same — unless, you’re in danger of food poisoning obviously. Some of the best dishes are comprised of the weirdest mix of food items: croissant/doughnut hybrids, arepa-burgers, breakfast pizza, you…
