There once was a point in history in which Americans would don their finery every day of the week. Not anymore — especially, in South Florida. These days, we’re lucky to see someone in an entire outfit without undergarments or butt cheeks hanging out (whether you appreciate the lack of…
The following is an op-ed, with some of my frustrations laid out. Holy hell, it actually passed. These were the thoughts that went through my mind Tuesday afternoon when controversial Florida Senate bill 1714 passed to a vote of 30-10, effectively signaling to the booming craft beer industry that the…
The 17th annual Best of Broward/Palm Beach issue comes out in June and celebrates the coolest restaurants, clubs, shops, bars, and services in South Florida. Each year, New Times writers scour Broward and Palm Beach counties to find the most unique places from best burger to best thrift store. But…
Fish tanks are said to reduce blood pressure, improve insomnia, and lower overall stress. And they’re just cool to look at. While you’re probably happy with a betta in a bowl, fish tanks can run from basic to extravagant. And few people know more about indulgent aquariums than the folks…
Finally, the angry mob yelling “What about Fort Lauderdale?!?!?!” every time another South Florida Trader Joe’s location is announced will be silenced. In 2015, you Fort Lauderdalians will have your very own TJ’s. Rejoice! Your rejoicing will, of course, do nothing for the scores of commenters who complain bitterly about…
It’s a stark contrast to its desolate surrounds of Fort Lauderdale’s once lively Riverfront plaza. At Canale, white-clad servers buzz among pristine tables topped with gently draping ivory cloths and secluded seating areas of contemporary dark wicker outdoor couches with bright-orange cushions. The inviting patio overlooks passing yachts moving up…
You may feel pretty altruistic when sitting down for a meal at vegan restaurant Sublime, but this Wednesday night, you’ll get a chance to up your kindness points when the restaurant staff hosts its first installment of a monthly winetasting dinner to benefit area nonprofits. Wednesday’s Italian Wine Tasting Dinner…
National holidays are always a big deal in the country they celebrate. Bastille Day is massive in France; Australia Day is pretty epic Down Under; Canadians go crazy over their big day; and we all know about the heavy drinking/barbecuing/pyromania that comes with Independence Day here. Sure, honoring your country…
Paula Deen is going on tour, y’all. And she’s stopping in Florida. Paula Deen Ventures has just announced that the cook and entrepreneur will set out on a 20-show nationwide tour, starting in June 2014. Although dates are still being announced, several Florida cities are listed, with Orlando and Clearwater…
This week in beer news: It seems as though the big distributors have made some more progress in the state Senate. Senate Bill 1714 would allow for the sale of U.S. craft brew standard 64-ounce growlers but would restrict brewers who produce more than 2,000 kegs per year from selling…
Baked goods are one of the most beloved snacks in the world. Think about it: Who doesn’t love a brownie, blondie, or cookie on a stressful day? (There’s a reason emotional eating is a real thing.) As good as these little babies may be, few food objects are worse for…
Croissant-donut hybrids are so five minutes ago. Meet the “krunkin”, Broward County’s next dessert craze. The sweet treat is a vegan donut incarnation whipped up by Shelbey Ganzel, owner of PAC Pastries. The name was invented by Green Bar and Kitchen, a purveyor of PAC’s treats. And donuts ain’t all…
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 the weekend or would prefer to fill your weekday evening with distracting goings-on, there’s something for you…
It had to happen. In these days of fashion obsessed celebrities, you just knew it was a matter of time before the McDonald’s clown mascot got a makeover. It’s about time for McDonald, who became the fast food’s “spokesclown” back in 1963. See also: New Times’ Best Of is Back:…
Bar Rescue executive producer, host, and nightclub consultant Jon Taffer is like Jesus, except he saves bars. He has the ability to take a failing bar and turn it into a profitable one, and he does it within days. On Spike TV’s Bar Rescue, Taffer shows us how this is…
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. Introduced over the winter, Mexican Standoff from Due South Brewing Company in Boynton Beach has quickly become a fan favorite, with beer geeks clamoring…
Block parties are always a blast (as long as your neighbors don’t suck). You get to eat tons of food, drink copious amounts of booze, and hang out in the middle of the street: What’s not to like? Soon, Fort Lauderdale’s most popular food and drink destination is closing down…
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. Whether you’re hoping to get in on some Sunday Funday drinking action, looking to help homeless dogs while getting drunk,…
When it comes to chefs, no one is more awesome than Anthony Bourdain. He drinks like a fish, he smokes like a chimney, he takes ayahuasca in Peru — the guy is just an all-around badass. This week, we’re really crushing on him: Not only did he drink Butterbeer at…
The creations of Chase Healey will finally be available to us down here in South Florida in the form of a Prairie Artisan Ales takeover of the Sybarite Pig in Boca Raton on Monday, April 28. The Oklahoma brewery has been expanding lately, having opened a location in Tulsa after…
It’s official. Trader Joe’s has set the date. The grocery will be located at Village Green Center at 2877 S. State Road 7 and will feature 12,500 square feet of wares, most of them exclusive to the Monrovia, California-based chain. The store, which features exotic foods from throughout the world,…
Sunday is supposed to be all about continuing the party from Saturday night — if you’re not, like, 80, anyway. Really the only thing you should be thinking about when you wake up on the first day of the week is a) Where’s the ibuprofen and b) Where to go…
