Every industry has its own prestigious award. Film has the Academy Awards. Television has the Emmys. Journalism: the Pulitzer Prize. For the culinary industry, it’s the James Beard Award: the ultimate nod to the diligent work of chefs.Today, the list of semifinalists were announced for 2013; finalists will be declared…
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Programs are great. Community and home gardens are even better. The feelings of accomplishment for limiting your carbon footprint through supporting local farms or growing your own crops are amazing. The only drawback: sometimes it’s just way too much food.That’s where food preservation comes in. If…
If you’re reading this, you have to like food. And you probably like wine. Which means you are most likely highly interested in the upcoming 18th Annual Las Olas Wine and Food Festival. The event is coming up April 19, and tickets are on sale now.See also:- A Wedding Cake…
In terms of celebrity chefs, some are much bigger deals than others. Yeah, Rachel Ray seems cool enough. And Giada is ridiculously gorgeous. Tyler might have some great cooking tips. But Emeril Lagasse is the real deal. The chef and restauranteur is known not just for his awesome personality –…
We would bet that at least 75 percent of our visitors come to South Florida for the beach. Aside from the beautiful people, it’s probably our best asset. That being said, there aren’t too many hotels or restaurants situated directly on the beach.And then there’s the Pelican Grand Hotel. While…
For a while now, the Himmarshee nightlife district in downtown Fort Lauderdale has been on the other side of its peak. With the loss of some of the busier spots like the Brick, and Las Olas having stolen some its thunder, the Himmarshee area has been in need of some…
Rye is one of those spirits that took a back seat for decades. A prohibition favorite, for ages the whiskey was solely designated to old men sitting in smoke-filled bars. Like all things fashionable the former ‘out’ whiskey, has made its comeback. And quite frankly, we’re pretty damned pleased about the…
We all have them, those smug couple friends who are always trying to make you feel like you should find the other part of your couple: “We just want you to meet someone nice.” Little do they know, while they’re out eating their lame romantic couples dinner, you’re out partying…
Valentine’s Day kind of sucks for single people. Everyone is all blah, blah, romance this and my sweetheart that. Well, if you’re looking to go out and celebrate your singledom or just pick someone up, the Swamp Bar at the Seminole Hard Rock Plaza is looking to help with its…
Valentine’s Day is supposed to be all about showing that special someone you care. And it’s the one day of the year in which you are pretty much guaranteed to get some sex. Malcolm’s at the Omphoy wants to not only help your chances but your endurance as well. For…
Valentine’s Day can really suck. Whether you’re celebrating by yourself or with someone special, it’s one of those holidays that tends to bring on the pressure. If you’re single, you probably couldn’t feel more alone. If you’re a couple, you probably feel like you have to pull out all the…
People have been pairing wines with food for ages now — in fact, entire industries have been based off the idea. With the rise and newfound appreciation of craft beer, tons of restaurants and bars are now getting into pairing food with beer.With that, Tap 42 is going to be…
Have you happened to notice the increasingly prolific Salt Life stickers on the back of cars and SUVs? If not, we’re wondering where the heck you have been. They’re everywhere.Now the ubiquitous Salt Life brand has taken on a new life in the form of a small chain of restaurants…
If you’re like most people these days, you probably go out to eat fairly often. However, as skilled as you may be in picking out the hot new restaurant, there is one day of the year in which you better impress. Valentine’s day is coming soon. And we have the…
You’re supposed to show your affection to the one you love 365 days out of the year. On Valentine’s Day, you’re supposed to pull out all the stops.If you’re looking for a way to impress the love of your life — or of the moment — here are some cool…
As far as dive bars go, some are much crazier than others. Some have crazy porn and topless bartenders. Others are just a good ole place to sit back, have a drink, a smoke, and an entertaining chat. Andy’s Lounge and Package is the latter. For years we’ve heard rumors of…
South Florida is about to see its newest urban farm.On Wednesday, Oakland Park City Commissioners unanimously voted to to accept a contract for the Urban Farmer’s farm park, in the northern part of Jaco Pastorius Park. See Also:- Andrews Farm: New Urban Farm to Provide Cheap Organic Produce in Downtown Fort…
Not everyone can make it in the hospitality industry. Whether it’s lack of patience or lack of people skills, a lot of people just can’t cut the mustard. For those who can, there are some words on a resume that mean you’ve made it big. The Breakers in Palm Beach is…
We are known across the world as the ultimate multitaskers. We eat while working. We eat while watching TV. We even have an entire industry catering to those who want to eat while driving. So it should come as no surprise that one of the newest trends in dining would…
Lately, it seems like every other day there is a new place opening up in Hollywood. For years, the city was known more for French Canadian snowbirds than anything new and exciting. Obviously, that’s starting to change. Cue Inedit, Hollywood’s newest Spanish spot. Derived from the Spanish word inedito — something…
A lot of people think abstract art is just a bunch of paint thrown around on a canvas. Obviously, they just aren’t deep enough to get it. If you want to show off your keen artistic eye or just want to pick up a bit of culture, you should head…
We’re guessing that most people who frequent the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino are more concerned with drinking, gambling, and partying than paying respect to the owners’ tribal heritage. We get it: Those slots and girls on mechanical bulls can be rather distracting. Well, if you’re interested in paying homage…
