Despite what the song says, video did not kill the radio star and neither will the internet. Thanks to smartphones and tablets, we’re all reading more online, even if it’s coming in 140 character bites. But, a human voice will always remain the ultimate hands free device. Steve O and…
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but, for the most part, quick on-the-go brekkies are underwhelming, greasy, and full of all sorts of crap. Eggstatic food truck offers another option, conscious fare for diners on the run. The truck specializes in a wide range of local, organic,…
After the National Enquirer broke the news that Paula Deen had admitted using racial slurs during a videotaped deposition last week, there’s been a tidal wave of updates regarding the celebrity chef best known for her love of butter and boisterous laugh. Read Also: Paula Deen Slavery Comment: National Enquirer…
The autopsy reports are in on Soprano’s star James Gandolfini, and as suspected, the actor died of a massive heart attack. ABC News is reporting that the 51-year-old star “died of a heart attack, with no evidence of substance abuse or foul play,” according to a statement issued by family…
Summer is officially here and it’s about a million degrees outside. Hear that sizzling? That’s your skin frying from the glare of the mid-day sun. You need ice cream to cool you off. Sweet, sweet, free ice cream. Read Also: – Five Best Food & Drink Events in South Florida…
Ever heard of the Nobel Prize? Those highly prestigious awards that are handed out to individuals who have made remarkable headway in cultural or scientific advances. You know, people who do something to improve declining conditions in the world. You’ve probably never heard about it before, but there is a…
It’s certainly not news to anyone that Florida is practically a mecca for tourists who enjoy the sight of sandy beaches and palm trees swaying in the warm salty breeze. Floridians can’t really take credit for the climate, but the fine dining, nightlife, and entertainment are all our doing and…
Whether it’s a newfound preference for breakfast foods or just the best excuse for heavy daytime drinking, somewhere along the way, brunch moved up the dining ladder to become the favorite meal of the day. Just last weekend, Thasos Greek Taverna jumped on the brunch bandwagon. The chic Greek spot…
By now, our lovely regular readers are familiar with Voice Places, the listings engine behind all of New Times Broward-Palm Beach’s restaurant reviews and calendar picks. Today that engine got a lot more powerful, with a new design that brings even more content to the fore. The new version includes:…
Paula Deen is known for her Southern charm, boisterous laugh, and liberal use of butter. But, if the National Enquirer is correct, the “lady” may also be known for her racial slurs and the most politically-incorrect “dream party” ever…
Bees are an integral component of the ecosystem. Bees are pollinators — as are birds, bats, beetles, and butterflies — that are responsible for helping to cross-pollinate more than 30 percent of crops in the food supply and more than 90 percent of wild plants. Without bees and other pollinators,…
If there’s someone in your life who refuses to touch “vegetarian” foods, Green Bar & Kitchen has a secret weapon. It’s called the Buffalo Tempeh Sandwich ($8). It starts with tempeh, a soy-based protein that’s similar to tofu but with a richer texture. It’s marinated in olive oil and grilled…
Forget dinner and a movie. For a more interactive experience (and a lot more excitement), there’s dinner and a show. Now, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts has partnered with several Fort Lauderdale restaurants to offer theatergoers discounts, freebies, and perks — just by showing your ticket stub from…
With the glut of Jamaican restaurants near U.S. 441 in Pembroke Pines, June Ali and her husband, chef Badal Ali, decided it was time to show off Trinidad and Tobago’s food. Their restaurant, Hot Peppers, is offering you a (free!) taste of some of the island’s cuisine Thursday from 5…
Don’t let the ocean view fool you. With Larry Bird memorabilia lining the walls, the Celtics game on the TVs, and the best New England clam chowder you’ll get outside of the Northeast, Boston’s on the Beach is intrinsically linked to its namesake city. More than 1,400 miles away, this…
The controversy over Genetically Modified Organisms — AKA GMOs — rages on. A new study, recently released by a joint collaboration of Australian scientists and U.S. researchers, indicated that pigs fed a GMO diet had much higher rates of severe stomach inflammation. While many GMO proponents have dismissed the study…
It’s lunchtime and you’re starving, but as a public service, we’re imploring you to put down those Lunchables you stole from your kid’s lunchbox and order something a little fresher — like a sandwich or salad from Max’s Harvest. Yes, you thought Max’s Harvest wasn’t open for lunch, and technically…
Sure, we think Slow Food Truck has some great grub. After all, we just named them “Best Food Truck” for their, “buttery lobster roll ($15, in season), filled with chunks of sweet, pink crustacean meat”, among other things. Soon, however, admiration for SFT will become global. Eat St., the Cooking…
If there’s someone in your life who refuses to touch “vegetarian” foods, Green Bar & Kitchen has a secret weapon…
Food trucks have been picking up steam for quite a while now. After all, the mobile restaurant is a great way to get started without many of the costs and capital associated with a brick and mortar business. Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s favorite barbecue truck is about to take root in…
Dunkin’ Donuts has been in the spotlight lately. Broward resident Taylor Chapman threw a shit-fit, because she claimed she was entitled to receive free food when, in accordance with store policy, she was not given a receipt at the time of purchase. Rather than freeload as a normal person would,…
We’ve got good news, bad news…then some great news for you. First the good news: Pizza Hut has announced the introduction of the cheesy beef poutine pizza. Deemed, “Pizza Hut’s unique spin on a true Canadian classic”, the pizza starts with the fast casual restaurant’s pan crust, then adds shaved…
