For the past couple of weeks, Hobby Lobby has been all over the news. Burwell v. Hobby Lobby questioned the role of government in women’s reproductive (or really basic) rights and the intended meaning of “religious freedom.” The craft-store chain took its fight against the Affordable Care Act’s contraception mandate…
When the weather heats up, most of the country (and northern hemisphere) heads outside to fire up the grill. While it makes more sense for us to run for cover — or air conditioning — this time of year, South Floridians have found plenty of ways to keep on cooking…
Just imagine what it would be like, sitting on a classic schooner, with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Mediterranean in the background. That would be the life; unfortunately, it takes boatloads of money to make it happen. And while we may be able to make it to the…
The usual Las Olas crowds tend to be fickle in their choice of hot spots. Years ago it was Big City Grill. Then came YOLO and (several years later) The Royal Pig, pushing the masses to the western edge of the strip. Somewhere in between all the back-and-forth Rocco’s Tacos…
We’re all for finding deals around here, but what really gets us going is free stuff. Burritos, burgers, iced coffees: We don’t care what food item it is — we’ll down it (and love it) as long as there is no cost. Tomorrow is 7-Eleven Day — yep, that’s a…
You’re stomach is churning (it feels as though it’s doing back-flips), sweat is pouring off of your brow, you can’t sleep, your head hurts: this isn’t a hangover, fine friends, it’s the meat sweats. If you’re one of those gluttonous diners who tends to overindulge — hey, we most certainly…
One of Fort Lauderdale’s most beloved restaurants has some big news to announce: d.b.a./Cafe , New Times’ 2013 pick for “Best New Restaurant in Broward County,” has welcomed a new executive chef. Richard Harris, the brother of local celebrity chef Chris Miracolo, has taken the reins at the laid-back eatery,…
After half a century of eating processed, pre-made garbage, Americans are finally starting to wake up from the toxin-filled slumber of terrible dietary habits. The pendulum has swung from mass-produced drive-thru burgers (that may or may not actually be derived from a cow) to organic quinoa and kale — score…
Fans of HBO’s Game of Thrones are just now starting to dry the end-of-season tears — and many are already counting down the months until the hot-nerd-fantasy is on the boob tube again. Unfortunately, season five is still a long way off. But there’s even more reason to celebrate next…
Reality T.V. covers every topic known to man. We all know how to be a hair-dresser. We get what it takes to be a chef (or a celebrity chef, at least). Fashion designer: easy as pie. Heck, we even know how the Alaskan crab-fishing industry works. And when it comes…
As each wave of immigrants from different regions of the world landed on these shores, they brought with them their culture and cuisine. Many of the foods we consider to be American did not, in fact, originate in the Western Hemisphere. You’ve heard the saying “as American as apple pie.”…
The ’80s were a great decade for millions of reasons: neon spandex, matching scrunch socks, big crimped hair, hair metal, those decorative plastic things that were used on the bottom of T-shirts. While we love everything that you could possibly imagine about the fashion, the music (hello, Bon Jovi) and…
You may consider yourself the ultimate locavore. You shop at locally owned boutiques. You bank at a credit union. The only restaurants you frequent are independently owned and operated — no chains, obviously. You buy food from within the state, produce from within the tricounty borders. You buy only locally…
At the west end of Himmarshee Street, just across from Old Fort Lauderdale Breakfast House, the interior of Taps is worlds apart from the rest of downtown Fort Lauderdale. To the left, a tufted charcoal bench runs the length of the room beneath a solid wood wall of crisscrossing panels…
At the west end of Himmarshee Street, just across from Old Fort Lauderdale Breakfast House, the interior of Taps is worlds apart from the rest of downtown Fort Lauderdale. To the left, a tufted charcoal bench runs the length of the room beneath a solid wood wall of crisscrossing panels…
Nothings screams sports like chicken wings. Whether it’s breaded and fried, tossed in fat-laden sauce, or fired in a coal oven, chicken wings are the perfect accoutrement to watching the game. It actually makes perfect sense. The handheld athletic favorite is so greasy, there’s no need to worry about wiping…
Everyone loves a birthday party. You get to drink, dance, eat, drink, and eat some more. In our estimation, few occasions are more enjoyable than that. Whether it’s for your 1-year-old nephew (even better because it’s not your kid), your 21-year-old cousin (just make sure you leave before the vomiting…
Well, we did it, Florida: Medical marijuana has been signed into law by Gov. movie villain Rick Scott. While it’s not time to pull the bongs out just yet — the bill allows only the use of a noneuphoric strain (it won’t get you high) to treat certain diseases –…
Las Olas has been the longtime Fort Lauderdale go-to for those looking to walk around and find a bite to eat. From old-school French to fresh-as-can-be seafood to new Asian, there’s something for every palate on the famed street. This week, the busiest street in Fort Lauderdale is about to…
Tea is the ultimate comfort drink. When you’re sick, it can soothe the throat and jump-start the immune system. In the dead of winter, it’s sure to warm you up from the inside and conjure images of balmy days. When it’s hotter than a billy goat’s ass in a pepper…
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…
As Mae West said, “Too much of a good thing can be wonderful.” When it comes to pizza, that’s most certainly true; we can never get enough cheese, dough, and sauce in one perfectly crisp bite. Coral Springs residents should be getting excited right about now. Nick’s New Haven Pizzeria…
