When Jon Favreau was filming the third installment of the Iron Man franchise, his work brought him down to South Florida. Since this time around he was not directing the film – only co-starring and producing – he found himself with plenty of free time and with an urge to…
This week, we’re looking at one of the most potent beers that Delray Beach’s Saltwater Brewery has put out since opening their doors this year. This one is unique because of the ingredients used. I’m talking about the Black Current, a 10% abv American Strong Ale made with blackcurrants and…
Are you ready for some beer? How about some barbecue? Even if you don’t care about any of the myriad celebratory offerings this weekend, you’re going to have to eat something. We perused the highs and lows of the Broward-Palm Beach area and cooked up this tasty menu of awesome…
Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s dining scene has another fallen soldier. Late last month Jack Mancini’s newest project Mancini Modern Italian closed its doors for good. While that eatery is gone, another may be in the works. The well-known restaurateur may be looking into opening a different concept in a new location…
BC Cafe, the brick and mortar version of caveman-themed BC Tacos food truck is celebrating its first anniversary on Saturday, May 17. We asked the cafe’s Brett Chiavari what challenges and highlights he experienced in the past year, and how the cafe differs from his food truck experience. Here’s what…
The world is a mixed bag of different people and experiences. We come from different countries, different cultures, different religions, different socioeconomic statuses. Heck, most of us seem to have a signature specialty diet these days. As diverse as we may be, there’s one thing we can all agree upon,…
Stemming from the Latin word delicatus, meaning “pleasing,” delicatessen means different things in different places. In Europe, delicatessen indicates high-quality foods with high price points — they’re frequently found in luxury department stores, like Harrods. Australia follows that interpretation. But, here in the U.S., when we say deli, we’re talking…
Whether you frequently visit a place or not, no one wants to see a place shutter it’s doors — unless you’re just a coldhearted jerk. Unfortunately, there’s now one less eatery on Fort Lauderdale’s 17th Street Causeway. We recently got a tip that Lauderdale Grill shuttered its doors. See Also:…
Adorned with strips of deep-gray slate accents, a large Machu Picchu panorama, and recessed alcoves with brilliant gold replicas of Inca artifacts, the décor at Ceviche by the Sea is cool and contemporary while honoring its cuisine’s heritage. It’s a theme that continues on throughout the entire concept. The menu…
Yelp is getting into the online reservation game. The online community that allows people to review everything from restaurants to auto mechanics is now offering restaurants the ability to have their sites accept reservations through SeatMe, an online reservation service it acquired last year, according to TechCrunch. Yelp has provided…
Cocktails on tap? Yes, it’s here South Florida. And while it may be a quietly whispered trend that started sometime last year, the kegged cocktail has finally made its way to Palm Beach County compliments of Sweetwater Bar & Grill owners Clint Reed and Sean Iglehart who have been offering…
The hospitality industry is tough. Servers and bartenders frequently have to deal with rude and obnoxious customers. For the most part, there’s nothing they can do about it — it’s just part of the job. Laser Wolf, on the other hand, has a strict “no jerks” policy. Recently, one couple…
American Craft Beer Week will be in full swing this Wednesday, when the folks at Total Wine & More and Cigar City Brewing team up to present the most tech-filled beer event of the week. For $15, enjoy a large sampling of the core beers brewed by CCB (Hotter Than…
Ah. Beer. It’s one of life’s greatest pleasures. That being said, not all brews are created equal: There is a whole lot of watered-down, mass-produced crap — it’s like the fast-food version of the beer world. It’s tasteless, and you’ll feel ashamed as soon as you’re done. Craft beer, on…
Adorned with strips of deep-gray slate accents, a large Machu Picchu panorama, and recessed alcoves with brilliant gold replicas of Inca artifacts, the décor at Ceviche by the Sea is cool and contemporary while honoring its cuisine’s heritage. It’s a theme that continues on throughout the entire concept. The menu…
Thirsty South Floridians descended onto the lawn of the Delray Beach Center for the Arts this past Friday for the third-annual Old School BeerFest, a craft-beer-leaning (but not exclusive) fundraising event for the downtown arts complex. Hundreds braved the excruciatingly pleasant weather to enjoy samplings from some of the big…
Just in case you haven’t noticed the recent spike in temperature, summer is here (maybe not according to the calendar, but it sure feels like it). It’s time to close those windows, pull out your board shorts and bathing suits, and crank up the A/C; we’re in it for the…
Did you ever walk into an Applebee’s, enticed by the cool sexy drawl of actor (and spokesperson) John Corbett, only to find you’d love to chat with the person enjoying his Two for Twenty combo dinner? Well, you’re in luck, because everyone’s favorite “neighborhood” dining chain is now home to…
Do you feel the heat, South Florida? No, don’t worry. The air conditioner in your car didn’t break down. That’s the heat coming from the anticipation of New Times’ annual Best Of Edition — the hottest guide to the newest restaurants, the coolest bars, and the most original shops. It…
As a nonmilitant vegan, I frequently find myself eating out with omnivores. Their meat consumption doesn’t irk me, but the lack of options at eateries often does. Because seriously — how hard it is to throw together one vegan entrée? On that note, I was recently bummed to discover that…
We love our beer here in South Florida. Sure, we may have been a bit late to the craft brew scene, but we’re now one of the fastest growing markets in the country — hey, we start slow, finish fast. While we drink all the time down here — Fort…
Maybe it was the first time you saw the pink slime footage. Or perhaps it was the first time you saw a video about the grave realities of the veal industry. Whatever the entry point was, something got you thinking about giving a damn about what you’re putting in your…
