Generally, people who are into working out also eat well because they don’t want to mess up all the hard work with extra calories. (Although we all know that someone who works out for the sole purpose of inhaling chocolate cake on a regular basis.) But eating healthy at a…
The numbers are finally in. Last week’s Cheers for Charity event, which took place from Sunday though Thursday, raised $265,000 for six local children’s charities.The five-day food festival culminated with the worldwide dinner trend Diner en Blanc, which had hundreds of people dining in white attire, at all white tables…
Las Olas Boulevard has seen quite a few changes over the past six months. New restaurants have been popping up all over the block, including the highly anticipated Royal Pig Pub and the much-hyped American Social. Monday brought with it Las Olas’ newest grand opening–Grille 401 Las Olas.The restaurant, which sits…
Good news: the weekend is almost here. Bad news: you’re going have loosen your belt buckle if you want to take full advantage of all the deliciousness that’s in store. That’s right. This weekend is going to be big and full of calories and cholesterol. From beer and cheese to…
If ever there were an iconic south Florida name, Shula would be it.The football legend is famous not just for his coaching skills, but his namesake high-end steakhouses, to boot. Now there’s a new concept for the Shula brand, in what’s often called the “better burger market.” This niche includes …
The U.S. in general is thought of as a melting pot. People have travelled from all-across the world in with dreams of better lives for their children–whether those dreams come true or not is a whole other story. Regardless, the many people have crossed these borders brought with them different…
This weekend event kicks off November 10 on the east end of Atlantic Avenue in downtown Delray Beach. The event will feature more than 200 exhibitors, wines, craft beers, live music, and food and wine pairing seminars. The event run Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from…
Celebrate the year’s most mischievous holiday, Halloween, at Muddy Waters Restaurant & Raw Bar in Deerfield Beach. Starting at 8 p.m. on good ole’ Halloween night, the restaurant will feature its annual karaoke Halloween costume contest. There will be giveaways, prizes, and food and drink specials. All ages are welcome…
Who doesn’t like to celebrate life with a bit of bubbly? On Saturday October 27, join the Virginia Philip Wine Shop and Academy for a chance to learn about champagne from the experts. For $75, guests will be able to learn about the highly regarded sparkling wine while sipping on…
This inaugural event will ask local restaurants, chefs, and caterers to bring it, by competing for Top Claw. Tickets to the event, which will benefit Parent-Child Center, a member of the Community Partnership Group, are $55 per person or $100 per couple. Each ticket includes entry, wine- and beertasting, entertainment,…
Start the evening off with dessert this Saturday at Broward Meals on Wheels’ sixth-annual Chocolate Extravaganza. Enjoy live music and entertainment and savory and sweet culinary stations from a number of highly esteemed restaurants, plus a silent auction. Also featured is the “Who Do You Know Famous?” contest, in which…
The restaurant industry is known as being an industry full of waste. Meat is fed corn that has been grown with petrochemical fertilizers. Produce is ‘protected’ with harsh pesticides. Provisions are trucked in from who-knows-where. Food scraps from the kitchen and huge meal portions end up in the trash. Recyclable…
Today is world food day. Originally started in 1981 to honor to United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, it is now used to promote advocacy campaigns for nonprofits. This year, World Food’s focus is on ending hunger through Agricultural Cooperatives; however some groups are using the day to honor and…
It’s back. And it’s now in full force. The six weeks of Dine Out Lauderdale are just about halfway through. With that we figured we would check in with one of the area’s most well-known chefs, Chef Oliver Saucy of Darrel & Oliver’s Cafe Maxx, to see how things are…
South Florida is famous for a number of things: the 2000 presidential-election recount, terrible drivers, year-round sunshine, and, well, stone crabs. Starting today, stone crab season is back. That means tomorrow restaurants will be filling their menus with the tasty little claws. And in case you had a summer-party-induced memory…
It’s getting close. The workweek is almost over. What on earth can you do with all of that free time? Well, fret not, friends. This weekend brings along a number of food-related events to keep you out of trouble. Or not. Check out the special events featuring Oktoberfest, beauty queens,…
Fort Lauderdale is full of beautiful waterfront homes, huge yachts, and high-end restaurants. Suffice it to say, there is a bit of money running around this town. Unfortunately, for the average resident, keeping up with the Jones’ in terms of culinary delights can start to get pretty expensive.Lucky for us,…
Over the past few years, consumers have become increasingly aware of the abuse that takes place in the industrial food system. Public outrage has reached a fever-pitch. Due to consumer demand, many corporations and state governments (including Florida) have even begun banning gestation crates–those tiny containers used to hold female…
It’s getting to be that time of year. The weather is slowly starting to cool down. Restaurant staffs are eagerly awaiting the return of the long-lost “season.” And locals with a hankering for accents are getting psyched as their objects of desire prepare to return. The Fort Lauderdale International Boat…
Of course, you think you’re the perfect restaurant patron. You try to be polite. You tip according to set standards. What else is there to ask for?Well, we’ve got news for you: There’s a good chance you are still getting on your server’s last nerve. We spoke to one server…
This week is looking like the ultimate week for pleasure seekers. Fine wines, gourmet food, craft beers, big toys, and world-wide dinner trends are all on the menu for the discerning South Floridian looking for a way to celebrate the good life. Is your inner philanthropist looking for a good…
After six years of renovations and government blue tape, the Chimney House Grill & Café is finally open for business. Set just a couple of blocks from Himmarshee Street, on the outskirts of Sailboat Bend in downtown Fort Lauderdale, this renovated historic house offers locals and neighborhood residents an alternative to…
