Just like many other career paths the culinary industry tends to be a male dominated field. For years, women wanting to make it big had to fight their way to the top. Lately, it seems to be getting better. It’s become more and more common to see women running the show…
Bashing the government is nothing new. It’s been done since the beginning of time. All right, well, the beginning of civil society. Regardless, when you’re sitting there laughing at the foibles and follies of the members of Congress — let’s be honest, it’s been pure comedic relief over the past…
Different nationalities are known for different things. The English are known for being uptight. The French are known for snobbery. The Germans: rigid perfection. And then there are the Irish. No nationality screams fun more than the Irish. Would you expect otherwise from the people who own the most pubs…
Given all of the new dance shows and contests, it’s fairly obvious that most people like to watch others dance. And sad to say, most like to watch novices, because they’re secretly hoping they’ll fall. If you’re one of those, there’s a chance your wishes might be granted this Sunday…
South Floridians are not known for inquisitively discussing intellectual topics like politics, social issues, and generational divides. That would seriously interfere with time designated for reading gossip mags at the beach. If you’re looking to explore some conversation topics less common in South Florida while having a laugh, the sketch…
Forever now, it seems like Broward and Palm Beach counties get passed up for shows with new and big electronic acts. Beside a few spots like Revolution, Pangaea/Gryphon, and Club Cinema, watching a house great turn knobs up here is rare. Although Miami might just be a half-hour drive, sometimes trekking…
For perverted old men: the best time of the year is here. Spring break has come to Fort Lauderdale. And unless you’re into perving on young college students, you probably don’t want to leave your house. Whether you like it or not, hordes of drunken 18- to 22-year-olds will be…
It’s getting closer. On April 19, the Las Olas Wine and Food Festival will be taking over Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. What’s even better? The pre-events for the festival will be here in just over a month. For those of you who like food, wine, and all things…
Genetically engineered foods have been a concern of many for quite some time now. For years, it was more an issue for vegetarians, environmentalists, pseudo-hippies, and ethically concerned chefs than for the general population. Not anymore. The presence — and subsequent failure — of Proposition 37 on California’s ballot in…
It’s pretty much common knowledge that opening a new restaurant comes with a bunch of hiccups. It’s rare for a newly built spot to actually open according to initial schedules. As is expected, that’s part of the story of the newly opened Burt & Max’s. The restaurant, which was originally…
Anytime you go out on a Saturday night, you know you’re going to blow through some money. Unfortunately, all you’re going to get in return is a deflated bank account and some possible drunken remorse. If, for once, you would actually like to get drunk for a good cause, Posh is…
Few career fields demand more multitasking than tending bar. Sure, the personal assistant is expected to track appointments, book travel, stay on top of meetings, pick-up dry-cleaning, and take notes all at the drop of a hat. Big deal.The bartender, on the other hand, executes creative cocktails at lightning speed,…
Have all of those lost hours spent perusing the interweb made you feel like a superpowered hard drive filled with random, pointless facts? If so, here’s your opportunity to put that useless information to good use: Trivia Factory at American Social. Covering every topic, the event is a sure-fire way…
Every city has its nickname. New York is the Big Apple. New Orleans: the Big Easy. Philly is the City of Brotherly Love. And then there’s Fort Lauderdale: AKA Fort Liquordale. Obviously, we’re best-known for one thing — drinking. So it would be rather fitting that the city named after…
Most people tend to know only a handful of things about Scotland: bagpipes, haggis, Scotch, kilts, and Mel Gibson. We get it: Those things are either pretty gross — haggis — or pretty cool. Who doesn’t love those epic scenes in Braveheart? Or Scotch? If you’re looking to get your…
This past weekend was a busy one for South Florida foodies. Broward had some porcine deliciousness at Baconfest. Miami featured the epic South Beach Wine and Food Festival. Fortunately, for us, we got to do a bit of both.While we were there we got to sample some amazing food, drink…
It seems like there is a food holiday almost every day of the year: National S’mores day, National Burger Day, National Beer Day, National Hot Dog Day, National Nachos Day. There’s even a National Pizza With the Works Except Anchovies Day. No, seriously.Well, today is one of the better food…
Classic cocktails are seeing a resurgence. It was just a few years back when Old Fashioneds and Manhattans were for old-fashioned people — a James Bond-like relic of the past. Not anymore. Lucky for us, the days of frozen drinks and girly cosmos are on the way out. Well, we…
Over the past 40 years or so, California wines have really made their mark in the world of fine wine. One California winery in particular really put the state on the map: Stag’s Leap.Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars received international critical acclaim in 1976 — just four years after it was…
For whatever reason the culinary industry as a whole tends to be a man’s game. Of course there are many amazing female chefs and mixologists, but the ratios tends to lean toward the guys.One local beverage director has turned that male-dominated stereotype on its head. At twenty-two years old, Paige…
Sistrunk was not the ideal place to hang out a few years ago. Abandoned buildings and empty lots do not exactly lend themselves to a celebratory atmosphere. Not anymore. The historical street is now superfancy, with brick-designed crosswalks and landscaped medians. And this Saturday, the fancy new street will host…
With all of the restaurant openings going on lately, it almost isn’t news when a spot is hosting a grand-opening party. Still, it’s hard to turn down an excuse to celebrate — and get free stuff.Red Tapas Bar and Grille in Palm Beach Gardens is finally hosting its grand-opening party…
