When it comes to anything related to tiki parties or luaus, a cocktail should be the first thing that comes to mind. Starting today, the massive tiki-themed four-day event, Hukilau is taking over parts of Fort Lauderdale. See Also: – Mai Kai Restaurant: History of a Fort Lauderdale Institution -…
The north Florida establishment known for annually hosting Gainesville’s largest tailgate party is coming to Boca Raton, setting up shop in the Royal Palm Place space most recently occupied by Dennis Max’s The Mexican. While The Mexican recently swapped ownership — no word on why — it has retained much…
Ahh. June. It’s the time of year when high schoolers, college kids, and teachers finally get to chill out — while the rest of us keep chugging along. Jealous? Yes. In addition to the time off, recent graduates have another reason to celebrate: restaurants are giving away free stuff. One…
The restaurant industry is not known for being kind or gentle. All you have to think about is Celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsay’s crazy, angry antics. While sensationalized TV shows tend to highlight the worst of the worst in terms of restaurant drama, sometimes in real life it can be just…
In a serious case of if-you-build-it-they-will-come, more than 4,000 people turned out Saturday for the grand opening of the Funky Buddha Brewery — the first commercial craft brewery in Broward County. Not only did they come; they drank almost all the beer. As 6 p.m. neared, hundreds inched closer to…
What’s the best way to show someone you love them with all your heart? If you watch television, then you know the ultimate way to start a lifetime commitment is by buying a precious object using the four C’s rule — cut, consistency, color, and cure. Cure? Of course! We’re…
Another day, another new upscale burger spot. Burger & Beer Joint, which runs restaurants on Miami Beach and in Brickell, is planning to open a 5,800-square-foot outpost in Pembroke Pines in July. The menu at 11025 Pines Blvd. will be identical to those at the Miami locations, said Special Projects…
If you haven’t noticed, things have kind of thinned out around South Florida. The snowbirds have gone and the tourists are touring other, less humid parts of the country. Summer in South Florida is for Floridians — those stalewart, sunburned, air-conditioning loving year-rounders who call this place home. To show…
There’s been a recent surge in interest in restaurants on Fort Lauderdale Beach. Whether it’s lack of space elsewhere, a recovering economy, or restaurateurs realizing that the area could use more options, something is happening. If you’re looking to get away from the average takeout theme, the Westin Beach Resort’s…
Fort Lauderdale doesn’t have the long history of cities like New York or Boston. With just over 100 years under the city’s belt, you’re not going to find landmarks like the Plaza Hotel. However, you will find mid-century gems like the Mai Kai. To many residents, the spot may be…
With over 500 different beers to choose from at the sometimes daunting collection at Riverside Market in Fort Lauderdale, it can be a chore attempt to wade through the different flavors, styles, and countries represented to make your choice for what to drink. Enter the Beer Academy. The brainchild of…
Stephane’s Steak and Seafood, the upscale restaurant owned by Stephane Lang-Willar, has closed its doors. According to a statement, the restaurant was acquired by an undisclosed group of private investors. The ownership transfer was completed on June 3. Stephane Lang-Willar said that, “While I am greatly saddened about this turn…
The former manager of Miami Beach’s La Gloutonnerie, Palm Beach’s Paradiso and Novecento in New York City has opened BA Argentinean Bistro in the space formerly held by Bouillabaisse, a French restaurant by Fritz & Franz Bierhaus owner Harald Neuweg. Neuweg subleased the Commercial Boulevard space to Tomas Trabucco, an…
Fort Lauderdale draws visitors from across the world for any number of reasons. Throughout the winter, tourists come in droves to enjoy to mild weather, sunshine, and great beaches. Unfortunately, the nice weather and large supply of tourists dried up a few weeks back. Luckily, this weekend the annual Hukilau,…
In a serious case of if-you-build-it-they-will-come, more than 4,000 people turned out Saturday for the grand opening of the Funky Buddha Brewery — the first commercial craft brewery in Broward County. Not only did they come; they drank almost all the beer. As 6 p.m. neared, hundreds inched closer to…
Downtown West Palm Beach is easily broken down into two “fun-zones;” Clematis Street and CityPlace. Clematis, I love to get drunk with you. CityPlace, we have had a bit of a tumultuous relationship. Even with the recent addition of Mellow Mushroom, I still felt like you should try a little…
New Belgium’s highly-anticipated craft brews have finally arrived in southeast Florida. New Belgium Brewing Company, known for its flagship beer Fat Tire Amber Ale, signed with Gold Coast Beverage Distributors which will begin distributing their beer beginning July 29, according to Gold Coast’s Craft and Import Specialty Manager Darren Dougherty…
It’s pretty much agreed that when you drive your car to the Taco Bell order window, you’re not there for your health. But, then again, you might be justified in assuming you’re getting a “safe” taco. As in, one that’s never been licked by a human tongue…
Along with the change in season, the restaurant industry is changing yet again. As is always the case South Florida is full of brand new spots opening their doors and others closing up shop. With so many changes it’s hard to keep up. Luckily, we do it for you. We…
There seems to be another huge culinary event or festival every other week in South Florida. And we’re definitely not complaining about that. Aside from our lovely weather — in winter, anyway — that’s a huge part of what draws tourists to our fair region. Our next big culinary extravaganza…
It’s not even officially summer, but in Sweden, apparently, it’s already mid-summer. Or, at least the start of summer (even though it’s called Midsommar). That doesn’t really surprise us, considering all the confusing (yet charming) names for simple items like chairs and sofas. In any event, Ikea is having one…
There’s a good chance you’ve had your fill of burgers and beer after this weekend’s events. If you didn’t put yourself in a food coma at Friday’s Burger Bash, we’ll assume you drank yourself silly at Saturday’s Funky Buddha Grand Opening. Hey, that’s why Sundays exist. Whether you partied it…
