Summer’s here and that means in most parts of the country it’s time to make s’mores by the campfire. The only problem is that in South Florida, you’re more likely to get eaten alive by mosquitoes before the marshmallow is toasted. Plus, it’s like 105 degrees out there, so singing…
Tomorrow, May 1, marks the start to National Hamburger Month, and we think a proper celebration is in order. To commemorate this all-American holiday, we underwent the torturous process of journalistic research to find the area’s most impressive, creative — nay, outrageous — burgers in Broward and Palm Beach counties. Some…
Finally, it’s happening. This weekend, Manny Pacquiao will be facing boxing legend Floyd Mayweather, Jr. Why did this match take so long? No one really knows. But it doesn’t matter: The breakthrough moment finally happened a few months ago, when the two fighters met — yes, world, South Florida says…
West Palm Beach’s favorite diner, Howley’s Restaurant, is giving local artists another chance to go down in history. An Palm Beach County landmark, Howley’s Restaurant was opened in April 1950 by Patrick J. Howley and has been able to keep up with the times thanks to restaurateur Rodney Mayo’s takeover…
We know the drill. You want to eat healthy, but a demanding work schedule just isn’t conductive to it. Plus, that Taco Bell on the corner is so convenient. Now, Muscle Maker Grill has launched a meal plan program that aims to solve your healthy eating problems. The fast-casual…
Recognized as a one of South Florida’s most anticipated wine and culinary events of the year, the 20th annual Las Olas Wine and Food Festival returns May 1, on Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. Held on Friday, May 1, from 7:30 to 10 p.m. on Las Olas Boulevard (between…
Are you a fan of craft beer? How about specifically Cigar City Brewing? Don’t have the time to travel to Tampa? Want me to stop asking open ended questions? Then Wednesday night is a night of joy for you. This Wednesday April 29, head brewer at Cigar City Brewing, Wayne…
If you’ve been wondering what happened to Leroy Jones and his Carousel BBQ food truck in West Palm Beach — or you’re you’re hungry for some good barbecue in Broward County — look no further than Deerfield Beach. Formerly a food truck stationed at the intersection of North Australian Boulevard…
Los Tacos by Chef Omar serves a mean mole. One of the great sauces of Mexico, this one is velvety-black, complex, and richly spiced. In Mexico, there are many types of mole. Depending on the region, mole can be red (a fiery poblano with mulato, ancho, and pasilla chilies kissed…
The Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) has found a new owner for the two historic properties located on Ocean Avenue in Boynton Beach. Soon, they will be home to two restaurants by Salvatore Campanile, founder of Mastino Italian Soul Food in Delray Beach. On Tuesday, April 14, CRA board…
If it’s a given that plant-based foods make skin glow, excess weight drop off, and energy increase, then it’s clear that vegans are a pretty sexy bunch. Just ask Avia Feldman and Leaha Perl, the organizers of Broward County’s latest Meetup group: Crazy Sexy Vegan. After going to see Cowspiracy…
This past Saturday the team at Saltwater Brewery in Delray Beach threw a block party that brought denizens in from across the area to sample a spread of beer treatments that spanned the gamut from the intriguing to the outrageous. At the Mass Confusion event, the brewery took their Belgian…
Around and around we go; today is the start to yet another lovely workweek. Hopefully, you have a bit of a spring in your step from some indulgent weekend activities. If not, don’t fret; there are still plenty of events to keep you busy through your working days. Whether you…
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 looking to celebrate the 31st annual Pompano Beach Seafood Festival, learn about tea, or eat $1 oysters at Whole…
Burger 21’s second South Florida location is set to open in Fort Lauderdale. The Tampa-based restaurant chain, which features burgers made with freshly ground Certified Angus beef, milkshakes, and sundaes, is set to open at the new Federal Marketplace (2949 N. Federal Highway) on Monday, April 27. The 2,700 square foot…
Every week, we take a look at a craft beer brewed in Florida. Follow #FloridaBeerFriday for more reviews of Sunshine State brews. Get out there and #DrinkLocal. This week we’re taking a look at the Stiltsville Pilsner from Concrete Beach Brewery, which just this week announced that they are beginning…
It was bound to happen sooner or later: your friends told you to sign up for a 5K. Everyone is doing it, they said. It will be fun, and good for you, they added. But you’re not even so sure how long 5K is. Is it like a mile? (How…
Nothing says American culture like American cheese. Highly processed, neon-orange in color and made up of a mish-mosh of other cheeses, it’s our country in a cellophane wrapper. Vegans, however, have had to make do with less-than-impressive substitutes for this kitchen staple. Luckily, Follow Your Heart has released a new,…
In 2013, we listed out some of the best waterfront restaurants in Broward and Palm Beach counties. Since that time, some have closed, and others have opened, and the waterfront scene — like all of South Florida — has continued to develop and evolve. Truth is, Florida has some of…
Happy Earth Day. The annual celebration of the planet which houses not only us, but every known species to mankind, started on April 22, 1970 by Gaylord Nelson, then a U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, after witnessing the ravages of the 1969 massive oil spill in Santa Barbara, California. The celebration is…
Spring time is festival time. Hell, any time of the year down here is festival time. And we’re glad to see another beer oriented festival go down at Saltwater Brewery in Delray Beach this coming Saturday, April 25. This is a new concept by the brewery, simply called Mass Confusion,…
A sign hangs on the wall at Fran’s Chicken Haven in Boca Raton, which pretty much says it all: “If the colonel had our recipe, he’d be a general.” Originally opened in 1964 by Fran and Joe Gerace, today the restaurant tucked into a shopping plaza off Federal Highway just…
