The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood is opening a new restaurant next year, and apparently it’s something to get excited about. In a few months, the resort will be welcoming a glamourous new dining concept with the grand opening of its Japanese restaurant, Kuro. See also: Taste…
Less than a decade ago, the Everglades farming town of Immokalee was often described as the headquarters of agricultural abuse in the United States. Stories of bosses beating, forcing free labor, and using horrifying intimidation tactics were commonplace. The abuses were so widespread, that Immokalee was described by the Department…
This time of year is all about turkey. And, every now and then, turducken — the engastration of deboned chicken stuffed into a deboned duck, which is in turn stuffed into a deboned turkey. The idea isn’t new. It’s actually been around since the 1800s, when gastronomist Grimod de La…
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…
Did you know turkeys are incredibly social creatures, have excellent hearing but no external ears, love eating peanuts (so much!), and were once so prized that Benjamin Franklin wanted to make the wild turkey the national bird before the bald eagle eventually won out? Nope, had no clue?! While an…
It’s #FloridaBeerFridayEvery Friday, we take a look at a beer brewed in the Sunshine State, giving analysis to the burgeoning craft-beer movement of Florida. This week, we’re taking our eyes north to the land of Jacksonville and surrounding communities with a look at Nut Sack Double Brown Ale by Engine…
Congratulations, you made it through yet another working week. It wasn’t easy, but you had to do it. So you might as well give yourself a pat on the back to celebrate — or better yet, a drink or three. Whether you want to sample free wine, get dressed up…
Good news for those of us wanting to stock up on good, craft beer for the holidays..or an imminent zombie invasion: Funky Buddha beers will be available in bottles starting December 10. Two of the brewery’s most popular beers, Hop Gun IPA ($10.99 /six-pack) and Floridian Hefeweizen ($9.99/six-pack), will be…
Thanksgiving is a wondrous and joyful occasion; 24 hours of food, family and football with no agendas, no schedules and no obligations. Besides, a holiday revolving around gratitude and giving thanks is basically the best idea ever. But while turkey is the traditional centerpiece for an American table (hence the…
This Thanksgiving, take the opportunity to grace the table with more than just your favorite foods. In other words, don’t forget to bring a few liquid treats with you too. Because when Dad delivers his annual table-side speech and after the entire family has asked you about your job (and…
Shooters Waterfront is, in a way, a tale of Fort Lauderdale. Forever etched into the city’s inebriated memory as the place to enjoy a fantastic happy hour, a scenic dock, and poolside swimsuit contests, Shooters has decided to shed the party life and mature considerably. The restaurant, one of the…
As is wont to happen in the ever expanding craft beer industry, two Florida breweries have run into a trademark dispute. On October 29th, Coppertail Brewing Company filed suit against Coppertop Brewing Company over the issue of “trademark infringement and unfair competition in violation of the laws of the United…
Conceived in 2009 as a fun way of helping in the fight against cancer, No Shave November is the spiritual cousin of the Movember movement. Founded in 2009 by Rebecca Hill and Bret Ringdahl, No Shave November has grown from an initial pool of about 50 Facebook supporters to a…
Thanksgiving: our nation’s annual food-focused holiday, commemorating the harvest festival celebrated by the Pilgrims in 1621 — or so they taught us in elementary school. Held the fourth Thursday of November, the day marks an epic feast. It also means someone has to cook. A lot. For what seems like…
It’s not even Thanksgiving and Christmas has come early in the form of a teeny package. The tiny hamster, that eating machine disguised as a fur ball with whiskers, is back. This time, he’s invited a few friends for Thanksgiving dinner. See also: Tiny Hamster Challenges Kobayashi to an Eating…
Apeiro Kitchen & Bar, the new restaurant from chef-partner David Blonsky and South Florida restaurateur Burt Rapoport, will open this December in Boca Raton. Those interested in getting a sneak peek at the restaurant’s menu — and an early taste of what’s to come — can sign up to participate…
No matter what embarrassingly outrageous quantity of food we might consume come Thanksgiving, there’s always room for dessert. And there’s no better place to procure your cruelty-free sweet stuff than PAC Pastries. Master culinarian and whipper-upper-of-pumpkin-krunkins Shelbey Ganzel is offering a whole host of autumnal treats for your Thanksgiving feast…
According to PETA, nothing’s sexier than saving animals. And given that veganism tends to lead to weight loss, better skin, more energy, and (so they say) more sexual stamina, they might have a point. The animal advocacy org takes its duties as sexy-vegan steward very seriously. One honor it doles…
Everyone loves a deal. And deals on your favorite foods? Well, that’s even better. At Flip Flops Dockside Eatery in Fort Lauderdale, there’s a different deal on food almost every day of the week, including a special on their Drunken Mussels. See also: Ten Best Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants in Broward and…
Roc Resto-Lounge & Fashion is not a clothing boutique, café, bar, lounge, restaurant, or nightclub. It’s actually all of these things — and more — at once. The new multiconcept establishment opened Saturday in the Coral Square Mall in Coral Springs. The roaming 10,000-square-foot Roc complex offers five concepts in…
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, but for those who prefer tofurky to the gobbling alternative, it’s not as easy to opt into a hearty feast without slaving away in the kitchen yourself. But there are options, if you plan ahead. Several Broward and Palm Beach eateries are serving yummy…
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…
