Maybe you’re thinking that Steve Martorano was afraid his meatballs weren’t enough to pull the hungry gamblers from the blackjack tables. This is a ridiculous thing to think because (a) his meatballs are delicious and (b) Cuz ain’t afraid of nothin’. Martorano’s Italian-American Kitchen is offering blackjack inside the restaurant…
Generally, like everything else in the culinary industry–or pretty much any career field outside teaching or nursing–craft beer tends to be a man’s game. Obviously, given the industry’s massive growth, they are obviously doing a good job, but it’s rather refreshing to see some estrogen on the scene. Cue: Lauren…
In the world of restaurants, things are always in flux. If it’s not new staff, bar program, menus, or even plates, a new neighbor is either popping up or closing up shop. Unfortunately, it’s kind of hard to stay on top of the goss. Fortunately, for that matter, you have…
Brunch has always been the best meal of the week, where you can get together with friends and dine for hours on unlimited amounts of food. Plus, it’s one of the few times it’s socially acceptable to drink before 5 o’clock. It’s no secret that South Florida restaurants serve some…
The 139th running of the Kentucky Derby is this Saturday, May 4. Although the race could be the shortest sporting event you’ll ever watch, it’s been coined “the most exciting two minutes in sports” for good reason. Just try to stay aloof when an entire roomful of people wearing giant…
It was shocking to find Kaluz packed and bustling on a Monday night. It was more shocking to find a chic, multimillion-dollar restaurant with a well-rounded menu and detail-oriented servers pop up from nowhere. A bit of investigation found an experienced, well-funded team behind the waterfront eatery, which sits overlooking…
Ever crack open a bottle of beer that smells and tastes past its prime? That beer is probably “skunked,” which will make it taste quite awful. (Beer nerd alert: “Skunked” or “light struck” beers occur when isomerized alpha acids imparted from hops get bombarded with ultraviolet radiation. That reaction produces…
New Times’ Best Of Broward-Palm Beach 2013 issue arrives June 13. To celebrate, Clean Plate Charlie is serving up 30 of our favorite tastemakers — restaurateurs, chefs, bartenders, and other foodies who make the South Florida food scene what it is. We’ll start with number 30 and lead up to…
When it comes to good Cuban food, Miami has it covered. Outside the island itself, it’s hands-down the best place in the country — never mind Florida — to find authentic Cuban fare. But in Broward and Palm Beach County? It’s not as easy as you might think. Luckily, that’s…
It was a hippie’s dream this Sunday at Flagler Garden for Grow Downtown. Organic fruits and veggies, vintage threads, and opportunities to plant trees on God’s green Earth were available all because of a vision Chad Scott, founder of Flagler Garden, had. Scott’s dream started in the plot next door…
When Hostess Brands declared bankruptcy and shut down all operations in November 2012, a collective tear was shed by the millions of children and adults who loved the company’s snack cakes. Almost immediately, there was a run on Twinkies, HoHo’s, and Cupcakes as people hoarded the treats to save and/or…
Hollywood-based brewpub Organic Brewery is now distributing locally, marking a other victory notch on the belt for local commercial brewers. Although Organic Brewery is a brewpub, they acquired their distribution license this month, allowing beer heads in South Florida to enjoy Organic’s brew from abroad, like in Dade County. This…
This weekend the City of Deerfield Beach held its third-annual Deerfield Beach Wine & Food Festival at the Quiet Waters Park from Friday, April 26 to Sunday, April 28th. The festival featured a number of events, including a VIP party dubbed Dinner Under The Stars, a Vineyard Party featuring plenty…
This weekend was jam-packed with food and drink related events in South Florida. Between Brew at the Zoo, Deerfield Beach Wine and Food Fest, and Pompano Seafood Festival, you’re probably exhausted. And broke. If you’re looking to keep the food-related fun coming and want to save some money–or not–we have…
New Times’ Best Of Broward-Palm Beach 2013 issue arrives June 13. To celebrate, Clean Plate Charlie is serving up 30 of our favorite tastemakers — restaurateurs, chefs, bartenders, and other foodies who make the South Florida food scene what it is. We’ll start with number 30 and lead up to…
For the first time, this humble writer can put the words ‘party animals’ down and mean it with literal truth. That’s right, it’s Brew at the Zoo time! The inaugural event at the Palm Beach Zoo welcomed one thousand area beer aficionados (in both quality and quantity) to come hang…
If you’re headed to the 29th-Annual Pompano Beach Seafood Festival on the beach near the Pompano Pier today, here is a quick guide to what you can expect. At the beginning is Papa Hughie’s Seafood World, a staple at the festival for 28 of the festivals 29 years and at…
The bar is filled with the aroma of fresh hops. The brew team is hard at work and in full force, making additions to one of the massive fermenters that dominates the rear of the space. Locals already line the bar at 3 p.m. in the afternoon; part of me…
Attention people of south Florida. You may want to put down your pastrami sandwiches for a moment (or forever) after we introduce you to Emron Khan, who has been chosen as a finalist in PETA’s Sexiest Vegan Next Door contest. The annual contest pretty much shatters all those “milk -…
Can you remember the first time you had a root beer float? It was probably summer, and your mom decided to give you a special treat. Just one taste of that combo of carbonated, sugary-sweet soda with cold, creamy vanilla and you were hooked. No matter how old you are,…
While most of the country seems to be moving in the direction of legalizing marijuana, Florida’s esteemed legislature is — as it often does — heading in the opposite direction of progress. The bong has been banned in Florida – for now, at least. But stuffy lawmakers always underestimate the…
If you’ve ever stumbled out of the blaring Florida sunlight and into the dimly lit, aqua-hued tourist spot, the Wreck Bar at Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel, you’ve probably noticed the bar’s main attraction: A stunningly beautiful and incredibly buff mermaid-tailed woman who swims by the porthole windows of the…
