It’s been a hard couple of months for the restaurant world. Multiple eateries in the downtown Fort Lauderdale area have closed down for good, such as the Dubliner Fort Lauderdale and Mancini Modern Italian. The latest casualty was the recently promising Canale Restaurant & Bar. Located in Las Olas Riverfront,…
When someone buys you a drink at a bar, there is no excuse to avoid taking the offer, especially when there is AirTab, a new app that lets you take that drink for a later time. The app, which debuted Monday, allows users to buy someone a drink remotely and…
The hamburger, one of America’s quintessential comfort foods, has seen a resurgence of late. After all, there’s just something to be said about a hunk of ground beef between two slices of bread, a sandwich that is universally loved — and endlessly customizable. From fast-food restaurants to trendsetting gastropubs, each…
Set off the main road, among warehouses, auto repair shops, and cheap motels just south of State Road 84 and west of Federal Highway, the Keg on Sixth isn’t a place most Fort Lauderdale residents would just happen to stumble across. It is, however, part of a quickly growing trend…
The passing of the poet, playwright, author, and San Francisco’s first African-American female cable car conductor, Maya Angelou, might not seem like the a topic for foodies, But most food writers were English Majors once and most English Majors were once bookish teenager types who had a favorite hidden corner…
Everyone is all antismoking these days — for good reason, cancer is a terrible disease — but that makes it tough for the occasional smoker to indulge every once in a while. And cigar fans: forget about it. Unless you go to a cigar-specific bar, you’re getting looks like you…
May is always a good month: the days are longer, the spring air gets warmer (but it’s not too hot yet fortunately), backyard barbecues are heating up, and it’s the one month of the year that honors all things burgers. While National Burger Month is about to officially close this…
Set off the main road, among warehouses, auto repair shops, and cheap motels just south of State Road 84 and west of Federal Highway, the Keg on Sixth isn’t a place most Fort Lauderdale residents would just happen to stumble across. It is, however, part of a quickly growing trend…
You’re a bacon freak. It’s OK. We understand. After all, how many other meat products out there go well with just about everything? Don’t believe us? Try putting some calves’ liver in a brownie and see how far it gets you. Bacon makes everything better — from cupcakes to burgers…
Chances are when you are hardcore jonesing for the sweet combo of theobromine phenethylamine and caffeine that chocolate provides, you haven’t really thought about all that went into getting it from little cacao beans to neatly packaged chocolate bar at the checkout. Was it ethically sourced? Grown away from harmful…
If you’re like much of the working world, lunch tends to consist of pizza or some other uninspiring delivery option consumed at your desk, while working. Obviously, it will satiate your hunger, but it’s only adding to the stress — and it probably shows. For the sake of your own…
According to researchers, ditching the animal products might be a major factor in avoiding one dreaded disease associated with aging: Alzheimer’s. And while you may think you’re too young to worry about such things — that time, it flies. Neal Barnard, M.D., president of the nonprofit Physicians Committee for Responsible…
As June approaches and farmer’s market enthusiasts plan on buying fresh produce for National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable month, only some markets will remain open during the summer months. Emily Lilly, founder and manager of the Boca Raton GreenMarket which runs October through May, attributes the market’s decision to close…
For decades, good meatballs have been reserved for little old school Italian places with checkered table cloths and prosciutto hanging from the ceiling. Not anymore. The Restaurant People, the group responsible for Tarpon Bend, YOLO, and S3, are about to open a new kind of ball shop next month. Fork…
Memorial Day is almost upon us, which means folks across South Florida are breaking out the propane tanks, “Kiss the Cook” aprons and various cuts of meat for their BBQ extravaganzas. It can look pretty lonely for vegans. But all is not lost. It’s not as tough as you might…
We know Memorial Day started as a day to commemorate our lost and fallen soldiers — and we still think it should be — but we also can call a spade a spade: it really has become national barbecue day. Rather than throw back the same old beers and wines…
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’s still plenty of events to keep you busy through your working days. Whether you’re looking…
If you’re planning on spending Memorial Day on Fort Lauderdale Beach with a six pack of beer and a good book, you’d best think again, buckaroo, because the Fort Lauderdale Poilce Department are going to be be out in full force to make sure the coastline stays alcohol-free. See also:…
Memorial Day was founded to commemorate the men and women who lost their lives while serving the United States military. Now-a-days, most of us celebrate by getting wasted on the beach or buying half-price crap clothes at the malls. It’s sad, but true. If you’re looking for another, family-friendly, all-American…
Peureux Perfect Vodka, the premium vodka company based in Palm Beach Gardens, took a gold medal at the 2014 International Craft Awards Competition in Los Angeles from May 5 through 10. The vodka was judged in the Ultra Premium Spirits category among over 120 brands of spirits, including rum, tequila,…
Two weeks ago I showcased an amazing soured IPA from Green Bench Brewing Company, a relatively new brewery in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida. This week I’m continuing the St. Pete journey by traveling a handful of blocks east towards Tampa Bay and the downtown location of Cycle Brewing. Originally located…
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 hoping to watch some burger brawls, get decked out in your best pimp attire, or longing to listen…
