Cajun-Inspired VooDoo BBQ Opens New Location in Boca Raton

Everyone has an opinion on BBQ in the United States. Why even engage in the argument? One common thread regardless of taste bud affiliation is the fact that there is something familiar and comforting about BBQ that is satisfying to all those who consume it regularly. With numerous regional variations,…

Restore Coffee Roasters: a Coffee Shop in a Church, in a Mall

Last April, the Christ Fellowship Church opened inside the Boynton Beach mall, a new permanent location for the nationwide worship center now located in the shopping center’s old Dillard’s department store space. Today, members actually go to the mall for services, with access from the department store’s old exterior and…

Louie Bossi Aims to Redefine Italian Cuisine in South Florida

South Florida chef Louie Bossi will tell you that everything he makes is from scratch. His first memory of cooking: dabbling in the family’s kitchen at the gas stove, heating corn kernels over an open flame. That do-it-yourself mentality is what has helped propel the Big Time Restaurant executive chef…

Candela in Wilton Manors Mixes Mediterranean and More

In Spain, food has a different meaning. It’s both fuel and fun, consumed and enjoyed in a series of small, snack-like bites throughout the day. This all begins with a family meal, meat from a whole pig’s leg sliced onto bread for a portable breakfast. As the workday rolls to…

Mangez! A Pop-Up Creperie Serves Dinner and Dessert at Bar Stache

Typically, a pop-up bar or restaurant is the sort of thing you hear about through a friend or someone always in-the-know when it comes to all things edible in the local area. Temporary eateries are intriguing places, whispers of some high-profile chef collaborating with a local venue to offer patrons…

South Florida Food Trucks on Good Morning America (Video)

South Florida food trucks were the focus of a Good Morning America segment on the safety and cleanliness of the mobile eateries. Blogger Burger Beast alerted us to the three-minute feature that cites a recent study conducted by the Institute for Justice. In the report, titled “Street Eats, Safe Eats,”…

McDonald’s Testing New Pastries on South Floridians Starting This Week

The words “McDonald’s” and “experiment” can conjure some intimidating images — like some kind of Frankenburger or other alarming mutated food item. Don’t get ready to let out a blood-curdling scream just yet; the fast-food chain is testing out inane (but probably equally unhealthy) treats in just a few days…

Beauty & the Feast Hopes to Lure Locals Back to the Beach

Reclaimed wood and brick, Edison bulbs, tufted leather booths, small plates, and an emphasis on “craft” seem to be the main ingredients for a trendy restaurant these days. Set in the base of the boutique Atlantic Resort & Spa on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Beauty & the Feast Bar|Kitchen is perfectly…

Colombian Craft Brewery Offers Pink Beer to Appeal to the Ladies

Beer, traditionally, is marketed with a heavy slant toward men. Commercials and ads are generally filled with images of guys knocking back a few with friends during the game or after a long day of hearty man’s work. Women usually are in the background, serving as eye candy in the…

Lilo’s Offers Alfresco-Only Dining Off Atlantic Avenue

A family-run eatery has moved into the former E&J’s Sandwich Shop space off Atlantic Avenue, but it’s not your average breakfast, lunch and dinner spot. Instead, think of Lilo’s Garden as the only true alfresco dining option in downtown Delray Beach. At Lilo’s, you don’t wait in line for a…