The South Beach Wine & Food Festival arrives February 19 through 22 with more than 75 events, tastings, parties, seminars, and dinners. The bash, which benefits Florida International University’s dining and tourism programs, brings thousands of fans and celebrity chefs to South Florida’s restaurants and beaches. This year, the festival…
Welcome to Hollywood. Hollywood, Florida, that is. Any South Florida native knows the East Coast version bears little resemblance to the West Coast enclave with the same name. Still, this Broward County beachside city has its charm and, in the past few years, a lot more to offer, culinarily speaking…
Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar, an upscale restaurant offering gourmet burgers and paired wine selections, will open soon at the Town Center mall in Boca Raton. For those looking to score a position at the new restaurant, a job fair will run through February 23. This will be the tenth…
The beer teasing can stop, as J Wakefield Brewing is set to finally open its doors to the general public on a standard basis following their grand opening celebration taking place Saturday, February 28th. What’s in store for the big celebration? See also: Florida Beer: J Wakefield Brewing’s Union Jack…
Sitting at Oasis Café’s swinging chairs with a cocktail while enjoying the ocean breezes was a favorite pastime for both locals and tourists alike for more than two decades. But soon, the simple enjoyment of some conch fritters and a piña colada alfresco will end once Oasis Café closes on…
Our annual food guide, Taste, hits newsstands Thursday, February 19. In this year’s issue, you’ll find guides to local food neighborhoods; interviews with local coffee roasters, chefs, and chocolatiers; and a handy roundup of South Florida’s breweries. Readers of Clean Plate Charlie don’t have to wait. Here’s a sneak peek…
Our annual food guide, Taste, hits newsstands Thursday, February 19. In this year’s issue, you’ll find guides to local food neighborhoods; interviews with local coffee roasters, chefs, and chocolatiers; and a handy roundup of South Florida’s breweries. Readers of Clean Plate Charlie don’t have to wait. Here’s a sneak peek…
It’s neon green. It’s minty. And it’s here for only a limited time. The McDonald’s Shamrock Shake, the chain’s seasonal ice cream treat in honor of St. Patrick’s Day sold at all American and select Canadian restaurant locations during February and March, is back. If you aren’t familiar with the…
Our annual food guide, Taste, hits newsstands Thursday, February 19. In this year’s issue, you’ll find guides to local food neighborhoods; interviews with local coffee roasters, chefs, and chocolatiers; and a handy roundup of South Florida’s breweries. Readers of Clean Plate Charlie don’t have to wait. Here’s a sneak peek…
Our annual food guide, Taste, hits newsstands Thursday, February 19. In this year’s issue, you’ll find guides to local food neighborhoods; interviews with local coffee roasters, chefs, and chocolatiers; and a handy roundup of South Florida’s breweries. Readers of Clean Plate Charlie don’t have to wait. Here’s a sneak peek…
If you’ve got a hankering for shrimp and grits or some homestyle Southern fried chicken, you can get a taste of these American-style nostalgic eats and more thanks to a new beachfront restaurant, American Vintage, opening later this week in Fort Lauderdale. The eatery and bar will begin serving locals…
Have you noticed a distinct lack of beer-oriented transportation for the past few months? If so, you’re not alone, because the South Florida Brew Bus, which we rode and experienced last summer, went away for a bit, citing capacity issues in its native Tampa… but it’s coming back in full…
Marc Falsetto is a busy man these days. In January, his newest restaurant, Tacocraft Taqueria & Tequila Bar, opened its doors on the east end of Himmarshee Street. If all goes as planned, the restaurateur and cofounder of JEY Hospitality Group says he’ll be reigning over Fort Lauderdale’s historic downtown…
The new Manor complex at Flagler Village in Fort Lauderdale will soon be home to several establishments, including a Mellow Mushroom. Alongside Colada Cuban Coffee House & Eatery, the pizza and beer bar franchise restaurant will be among the first tenants in the new mixed-use facility, expected to open in…
Our annual food guide, Taste, hits newsstands Thursday, February 19. In this year’s issue, you’ll find guides to local food neighborhoods; interviews with local coffee roasters, chefs, and chocolatiers; and a handy roundup of South Florida’s breweries. Readers of Clean Plate Charlie don’t have to wait. Here’s a sneak peek…
Dorie Greenspan has had quite the career. The six-time James Beard and IACP award winner has worked with some of the biggest names in food — Daniel Boulud, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, pastry chef Pierre Herme, and Julia Child, to name a few. While she’s widely explored the world of fine French…
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’re…
Food and drink made out of cacao beans, the source of cocoa, have been around since pre-Columbian Mexico, and Europeans adopted a cocoa drink as early as the 1500s, but the first edible solid chocolate wasn’t invented until the mid-19th Century. Chocolate really gained popularity in the early 1900s, when…
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 sample some Last Snow at a beer pairing dinner, would like to take a culinary tour,…
It’s #FloridaBeerFriday, when we take a look at a beer brewed in the Sunshine State, giving analysis to the burgeoning craft-beer movement of Florida. Step right up, folks; it’s time to get fussy. This week, we’re taking a look at a beer that’s off the depth charts in terms of…
There are endless ways to enjoy a cup of coffee: black, light and sweet, or half-calf extra soy with two Truvias and a pump of sugar-free vanilla syrup. No matter your preference, everyone’s favorite cup of Joe is the one that’s free! This weekend, Lavazza Italian coffee is bringing their…
If you’re a fan of Due South Brewing Company but can’t always make the drive up to Boynton Beach, then perhaps a day long tap takeover at Fort Lauderdale’s Tap 42 (411 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, phone 954-463-4900) on Tuesday, February 17th is the answer to your…
