Instead of loading up on store-bought chocolate and candy hearts come Valentine’s Day, know that there’s a better option: a Vegan Bake Sale benefiting the lifesaving work of the South Florida Wildlife Center. The donation-based event on February 14 will feature a whole host of cruelty-free goodies, plus nondairy milks,…
Beer festivals are nothing new in South Florida, especially now- when it seems that every other weekend is a veritable calendar crushing spreadsheet of events in which to decide where to spend your hard-earned beer bucks. Luckily, a few festivals have become no-brainers to attend, and Due South Brewing Co.’s…
It’s not baklava, and it’s not just an ordinary doughnut. The baklacropolis is really a cross between the Greek dessert and a doughnut-croissant hybrid, and the only place to find it is Mojo Donuts — for a limited time. The Pembroke Pines doughnut shop has created more than 300 types…
After nearly 20 years in Plantation, the Whole Foods Market will be relocating to its new location in Davie this month. The new store will cover 43,595 square feet (around 14,500 more than its former location), allowing the store to cater to a wider number of residents in western Broward…
The Super Bowl has come and gone, and in the aftermath, most of us are a little bleary-eyed from the excitement. With the big game behind us for one more year, the task now is to analyze everything from Katy Perry’s shark-infested choreography to what scored the most points. Though…
The King of Beers this weekend sent out a decree to all of the beer-drinking land: Our beer is brewed the hard way and isn’t meant to be dissected, only drank. If that’s not the thought process of a regent who thinks he knows better than his populace, you wouldn’t…
The building blocks of the sandwich are fairly basic and universal: bread, mayo, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and meat. If this is your regular repertoire, you probably haven’t had a bánh mì. And if you consider yourself a sandwich connoisseur, you’ll want to try the ones coming from 545° Bánh Mì…
Locals call it the “Best Stinking Party in Town.” If you’re from out of town, you might just refer to it as the Delray Beach Garlic Fest. And if you don’t know by now, all you need to do is walk by the festival grounds over the course of the…
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 are still plenty of events to keep you busy through your working days. Whether you’re…
Throughout 2014, we both welcomed and said goodbye to dozens of establishments across South Florida. We were able to cheer on new locations for our favorites spots and welcome new businesses that opened in familiar spots. Just one month into 2015, we have a new crop of restaurant openings and…
When you think big-budget organized sports like the NFL, a vegan fan base may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Save for the Skittles commercials this coming Sunday, most of the fancy halftime food ads are totally lost on us. Big Game supermarket deals focus heavily on…
This Sunday evening, it’s a safe bet to guess that the average American will be watching the New England Patriots take on the Seattle Seahawks. And with that viewing comes the inevitable snacking down on chicken wings, nachos, beer, and pizzas. But did you realize that all that eating and…
Congratulations, you made it through yet another working week. It wasn’t easy, but you had to do it. So you might as well give yourself a pat on the back to celebrate — or better yet, a drink or three. Whether you want to hear some live reggae music by…
The Delray Beach Garlic Fest is returning to take over downtown Delray Beach February 6 to 8. Now in its 16th year, it is known nationwide as the signature food and entertainment event for the seaside city. Over the years, Delray Beach’s longtime restaurants — 32 East, 50 Ocean, Dada,…
It’s #FloridaBeerFriday, when we take a look at a beer brewed in the Sunshine State, giving analysis to the burgeoning craft-beer movement of Florida. This week, we’re taking a look at one of Florida’s latest brewers who has been able to start sending beers out into distribution, J Wakefield Brewing,…
Ramen has been blowing up for years now. In city’s like New York and Los Angeles, there seems to be a new ramen hot spot opening every week. The dish is so popular, in fact, that David Chang, the chef credited for the dishes rising fame, declared ramen is dead…
If you’ve ever wanted a one-stop shop to find all the area farms, farmers’ markets, artisan food crafters, and more, your prayers have just been answered. Former Clean Plate Charlie contributor and South Florida food writer Jan Norris has stepped into her latest role as editor for a new magazine…
As a vegan, I find that home-cooked comfort food isn’t an easy find — at least outside of my own (amateur) kitchen. So it’s a rare treat to discover an eatery that offers burgers, nachos, and chocolate mousse, all plant-based and cruelty-free. That’s the idea at Hollywood Vegan Inner Circle,…
South Florida doesn’t necessarily need another burger joint. But it could use one with a little character — and that just so happens to come free at a new Broward County restaurant where you can “play the field,” have a “broad” dressed up any way you like, and get your…
Known best for its authentic New York-style bagels, the Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. recently announced two new restaurant locations, coming to Coral Springs and downtown Fort Lauderdale this spring. Both restaurants will feature a new store design, new menu items, and innovative new services. The sleek and modern layouts…
A 50-year-old alcohol law will soon be revisited by state lawmakers after a trade lobbying group, the Florida Retail Federation, submitted a lawsuit in January seeking to clarify portions of a state statute that allows for a tourism exception to the usually-strict three-tier system. The FRF dropped its lawsuit this…
Good news South Florida — Broward County is about to get a whole lot sweeter this weekend. Misha’s Cupcakes, owned and operated by Miamian Misha Kuryla Gomez, launched its first store north of the Miami-Dade County line back in May — and this weekend will be hosting a party to…
