Among the new restaurants to debut in the notoriously sleepy summer season is Delray Beach’s swanky Salt7, which debuted last month in Worthing Place. The steak and sushi joint opened to the general public on Friday, June 15, but Salt7 marketing director Michelle Lefkowitz said the grand opening event won’t…
It was going on 14 minutes since we had ordered drinks. Well, the wife, she was going on her second since I had spun the block looking for parking, and there was nothing but an empty coaster in front of me. It’s not supposed to be this way at American…
Independence Day is one of America’s most beloved days. It’s a time where friends and families gather to bask in the sunlight, barbeque, drink beer and lemonade, then watch the night sky light up with fireworks as a tribute to our great nation.What better way to pay tribute to our…
It was going on 14 minutes since we had ordered drinks. Well, the wife, she was going on her second since I had spun the block looking for parking, and there was nothing but an empty coaster in front of me. It’s not supposed to be this way at American…
When picking a sushi restaurant, a good rule of thumb is: Don’t go to an empty one. The busier the place, the more likely the fish is moving into the kitchen and out on plates quickly, rather than languishing in a fridge. Emptiness is rarely a problem at Sushi Rock…
As you know, The Fourth of July, Independence Day marks the day when American colonists adopted The Declaration of Independence, a document which, effectively, told the British monarchy to shove it. As with any holiday, Americans have certain Fourth of July traditions like drinking heavily, calling in sick the day…
On Independence Day people are going to be taking to their beaches and backyards to enjoy a day with friends and family and celebrate our nation’s birthday. Two of the best July fourth traditions are barbecues and fireworks. You’re going to want a few cold ones to go with your…
If you can’t get to South Dakota to watch the fireworks over Mount Rushmore tomorrow, we’ve got a cheesier (and closer) alternative for you.Come to West Palm Beach City Hall to watch famed cheese sculptor Troy Landwher turn a 640-pound block of mild Wisconsin cheddar into Mount Rushmore.The city has…
When I met with Mike Saperstein and Evan David last month for a “sneak peek” tour of Rebel House — which debuted to the public for dinner service on Friday — the conversation inevitably turned to the restaurant’s opening timeline. The deadline had seemed to have been pushed back at…
Hot Dog Fest co-promoter Sef Gonzalez was excited but not 100 percent confident that an all-dog celebration would get a good reception. “Sure, hot dogs are the perfect summertime food, but would the public embrace the idea?” Gonzalez mused to Clean Plate Charlie.After all, Gonzalez, AKA Burger Beast, is better-known…
After spending most of her career as chef working for someone else, On the Slide food truck owner and head chef Sandi Saunders decided it was time for a change. The last straw came one day while working at Coral Ridge Country Club. Saunders had worked a late shift the…
More photos of Rock ‘n’ Roll Beer-B-Que 2012 at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & CasinoIf you didn’t make it to Saturday’s Rock ‘N’ Roll Beer-B-Que at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, you missed out on quite the party. Restaurants from all across the area came out…
The Glades aired its food-truck-centric episode last evening, starring two things neat and dear to our hearts — food trucks and Hollywood Beach.If you recall, Clean Plate Charlie told you about the production crew of The Glades hiring several food trucks back in May. Latin Burger, Ms. Cheezious, and the…
While a few local mainstays (Cafe Bluefish, Diner 24) and much-hyped enterprises (SpoonFed, M Bar) shuttered their doors in recent weeks, several buzzed-about spots opened their doors in June; Rebel House in Boca Raton and Salt7 (formerly referred to simply as Salt) in Delray Beach. After the jump, find a…
In the event that your holiday shenanigans are getting off to an early start, Clean Plate Charlie has put together a list of food and drink events (including a few fireworks- and barbecue-filled parties) happening this coming week and weekend in Broward and Palm Beach counties. And in case you’re…
Picture it now. You’re sitting on the terrace, overlooking a perfectly manicured courtyard, glass of rosé in hand. Your server just brought out a beautiful platter of octopus à la plancha. A soft breeze softly sweeps overhead. You feel as though you are fully absorbing the flavors of the Mediterranean…
Beer is something of a lifeblood at Wicked Awesome Snackbar. In addition to serving a selection of micro and craft brews at the new restaurant in west Boca Raton, co-owner/chef Paul Berger said he and his crew tend to use the beverage in the kitchen on a regular basis (to…
If you have trouble remembering the cautionary drinking rhyme ” liquor before beer, you’re in the clear; beer before liquor, never sicker”, here’s a new rule that’s easy to remember– drink ’em together, even better. Meet the beer cocktail–a combination of craft beer, liquor, fresh herbs and fruit. If you’ve…
Still kicking yourself for not going to the Build A Better Block event in FAT Village a few weeks ago? Not to worry, this weekend you’ll have an opportunity to check out the up and coming, Flagler Village artist community, when it combines its monthly Art Walk with the Night…
Just as New Year’s Eve can make one feel like a loser for not attending the most amazing party ever, Fourth of July has a way of making one feel like a slouch should a backyard barbecue fail to factor into holiday plans. But you needn’t write off your Fourth…
Wine Spectator has come out with their annual listing of the 100 best wine restaurants in the country and Steak 954 has been named of the the top picks.The Stephen Starr steakhouse at the W Fort Lauderdale hotel joins such notable restaurants as Le Bernadin, The Lambs Club, Per Se,…
The best thing about Bravo television might be Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. Even if you’re not into botoxed bitches justifying their incredibly bad behavior, there’s usually something for everybody….interactive drinking games, celebrity gossip, and some damn fine rapid-fire Q&A sessions.Andy Cohen isn’t only the host. He’s Executive…
