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…
Here in the land of endless summer, we need all the help we can get remembering that — at least everywhere else in the country — cold weather is on its way. For Floridians, there’s no better harbinger for the change of seasons than the Starbucks pumpkin spice latte, lovingly…
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…
Right now, California is knee-deep in the third driest year in its history (since we’ve been recording, anyway). To combat the issue, in July, the state enacted drastic actions to reduce water consumption, including $500 fines for watering gardens, washing cars, or hosing down sidewalks. It’s pretty serious. With forceful…
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…
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…
Around these parts, there’s a lot of trepidation when it comes to finding good Italian food. Even the tourists don’t expect to find decent pizza this far south — and without a neighborhood of trattorias called Little Italy. Despite the misconceptions surrounding our state’s ability to churn out good pies…
By now your Facebook page has been filled with videos of friends (and celebrities) getting doused with buckets of ice water. Maybe you’ve even been dared to pour a bucket of water over your own head. While in South Florida this may sound like a refreshing (though extreme) way of…
More Sloan’s Ice Cream stores will be opening in South Florida this year, beginning with the latest location set to open next month in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. The ice cream shop is a sugar high waiting to happen, best-known for its princess-pink walls, 40-something flavors of “luxury” ice cream, shelves of toys…
Mellow Mushroom is celebrating four decades of helping people satisfy the munchies with a special one-day price rollback. On Wednesday, August 20, Mellow Mushroom locations throughout the U.S. will be serving a select menu of items at the same prices they were available for back in 1974. See also: Mellow…
A full-length feature movie began filming in Delray Beach’s historic Artists Alley district last week, and neighborhood bar and restaurant 3rd & 3rd has been in use as the main backdrop for the movie’s story line. For those of you who think you can act while, say, making a drink…
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. Beauty & the Feast Bar | Kitchen on Fort Lauderdale Beach has all of the above. Set in the base of the boutique Atlantic…
Constellation Brands has issued a voluntary recall of many of its Corona Beer products. The recall, announced August 15, comes after the company’s quality control laboratory found that some bottles of Corona Extra had defects that could cause small pieces of glass to break off and fall into the beer…
J.E.Y. Hospitality Group has announced plans to open its third Rok:Brgr location in the Village at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale, what will be the craft beer and burger gastropub’s biggest restaurant yet. The group currently operates several concepts, including two Miami Rok:Brgr locations, Himmarshee Public House in Fort Lauderdale, and…
South Florida is a barren wasteland for Ethiopian eats. Excuse the bitter tone, but it’s been a long four years since the area’s last East African restaurant closed. In the meantime, anyone craving injera has been forced to trek three hours to Orlando. But no longer. Now, Hollywood’s Yellow Green…
It’s the start to yet another workweek, and you couldn’t be more thrilled. Weekdays are the worst, unless you live in South Florida, where we refuse to let a moment go by without cramming it full of entertainment. Whether you’re looking to relax and recover from another fun-filled — and…
Shark Week, Discovery Channel’s celebration of all things that make us never, ever want to go into the ocean, continues this weekend. In all honesty, sharks are actually mysterious, beautiful predators that deserve our awe and protection.In the middle of all the biting commentary on shark attacks, Shark Week plays…
Meat-eaters, and taco-lovers — rejoice. Things just got a little more interesting for the foodies of Broward County. If you’ve heard rumors about the Latin House Grill Burger & Taco Bar’s “stalker” fan club, but didn’t know what to expect, now is your chance to find out what all the…
It’s #FloridaBeerFriday. Every Friday, 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 going to take a look at the Extra Ordinary Bitter from Oakland Park’s Funky Buddha Brewery. The English bitter is a…
If your mother ever told you to “mind your manners” when you were younger, it might bring back some interesting memories. Maybe you recall getting chastised for eating too fast, chewing with your mouth open, or belching at the table. Certainly, all things your adult self would never dream of…
Congratulations, you made it through yet another working week. You might as well give yourself a pat on the back to celebrate — or better yet, a drink or three. There’s no better time to get started than tomorrow, when you can ring in the weekend with a few rum…
Hampton Creek’s Just Mayo is taking its affordable, sustainable and cholesterol free mayo to Walmart. This egg-free sandwich spread (made from pea protein) is billing itself as the everyman’s mayo: affordable, wildly delicious and better for you. After Andrew Zimmern himself picked it over Hellman’s in a taste test, their…
