Summer is officially here, and so are the summer menus. With the advent of climbing temps, abundance of seasonal produce, and far less crowded bars, dining rooms, and outdoor patios, many local establishments are rolling out new menus replete with summer goodies and specials. Think of it as a way…
Not many people know PB Catch chef de cuisine Aaron Black was — at one time — a mechanical engineer. A few years into his career, lacking that creative “push,” Black decided to enroll at the Florida Culinary Institute to follow his real passion: cooking. Today, the chef is best…
Matthew Zappoli knows a thing or two about cooking steak. As one of two executive chefs at NYY Steak at the Seminole Casino at Coconut Creek, the former Food Network Chopped competitor is tasked with grilling and broiling some of the finest cuts of meat in South Florida. Prior to his…
If you’re like most South Floridians, you love brunch. In fact, the more outrageous the brunch, the better. You guys love brunch so much, you might be tempted to admit that you never want it to end. Check out: Eight Most Outrageous Brunches in Broward and Palm Beach For everyone out there…
Forget meal kits that cater to picky adult palates. Instead, how about a segment of the population that’s even tougher to please: kids. This month, an innovative new meal delivery service known as Born Foody launched in Miami, a company that offers chef-driven recipes dedicated to providing nutritious, flavorful, and…
The next time you head out for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even a pint of beer at your favorite local spot don’t just order the usual. Instead, you should “Order The Yelp.” In July, Yelp BPB community manager Blue Arauz has announced he’s brining back one of his most popular…
Forget cheeseburgers in paradise. At the Margaritaville resort in Hollywood Beach, you can get a perfectly seared prime bone-in rib-eye, local spear-caught fish, and a homemade banana cream pie that’s better than your mom’s — all in our own little slice of South Florida heaven. When the 17-story, 349-room Margaritaville…
There’s something about island fare that’s so alluring for mainlanders. Sure, plenty of us have had a taste of Jamaican jerk chicken, Cuban ropa vieja, Puerto Rican mofongo, or Bahamian-style conch salad. But you haven’t really lived until you’ve sampled the Indian-influenced fare from the island of Trinidad and Tobago. Many dishes…
Valerie Herskowitz has not only worked as a speech pathologist for nearly 40 years, founded Dimensions Therapy Center, and taught courses on autism at Nova Southeastern University, she is also a parent to an adult son with severe autism. She knows the value of making sure adults with special needs…
A juice bar in Dania Beach where the “Green Goat [smoothie] and Happy Hippy [wrap] is a favorite combo.” A sandwich shop in Sunrise that offers “without a doubt… the BEST SUB EVER.” A breakfast place in Margate that bakes up giant cinnamon rolls “that will blow your mind.” An…
For most Americans, Independence Day conjures up thoughts of backyard barbecues and town picnics. But for vegans, the typical meat-centric picnic basket offers few options to tantalize the taste buds. Whether you are vegan, have friends who are vegan, or are simply trying to eat healthier, here are some quick,…
¡Atención veganos! Just because you are vegan or looking to eat a little healthier doesn’t mean you have to forego Mexican food. We have searched high and low to find the best vegan options in Broward County so you don’t have to. These are not vegan spots making Mexican options…
It’s grilling season, so fire up that barbecue, crank up the tunes, and whip out some fruit and veggies Whether you’re a die-hard meat-eater looking to shake things up with the perfect burger or steak accompaniment or a vegan or vegetarian looking to branch out from meat substitutes, here are…
San Francisco tech moguls are typically the first thing that springs to mind when thinking of the fastest-growing companies in America. But vegan home delivery? Not likely. Tell that to 49-year-old Scott Harris, CEO and co-founder of DeliverLean, a home delivery meal service catering to vegans and vegetarians that ranked…
What do you do after leaving the only home you have ever known and backpacking alone around the world? Twice? Well, if you are Guy Braverman, you open Screaming Carrots, an organic, plant-based restaurant in Hallandale Beach. Being a restaurateur is far from the life he planned, both geographically and from a…
With so many transplanted New Yorkers calling South Florida home, it’s easy to find a slice of NY style pie. But deep dish is a little harder to come by. And Detroit style deep dish? Forget it! You probably didn’t even know that was a thing, but you’re about to…
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and there seems to be some serious flattery going on at Blue Willy’s BBQ former Pompano Beach location. On May 9, Blue Willy’s owner Will Banks closed his restaurant after three years in Pompano Beach to reopen at a new location at 1190…
Pull out your crocheted vest, recharge your crystals, and get your yoga-toned body down to Zen Mystery’s third Anniversary Party. “Come for the vibe, and stay for the food,” says owner Denis Soukhanov of the lifestyle center he created after moving the states from Russia 20 years ago for college. After…
The Fort Lauderdale War Memorial Auditorium will host a vegan paradise on Saturday, December 3, 2016, marking the first annual South Florida VegFest sponsored by Tunies Natural Grocery & Vitamin Market. An estimated 15,000 people are expected to attend this one-day event boasting upward of 150 vendors. A wide variety…
It’s an easy equation to remember: Summer = ice cream. This summer, you can celebrate both at these local establishments, each offering everything from free ice cream to specialty releases. Some things just go perfectly together: peanut butter and jelly; burgers and fries; pretzels and beer; or ice cream and…
Sandwiches are an American lunchtime staple and this sandwich from Hullabaloo in downtown West Palm Beach, a prime example. The slow roasted pork and broccoli rabe sandwich ($11) is a heartier incarnation of your typical deli sandwich. It consists of slow roasted pork, pickled red onions, provolone cheese, roasted garlic aioli, and…
It’s not fair to describe this bobotie meat pie as an empanada, because it’s so, so much more than that. If you want to wax poetic, it’s like a taste of Cape Town in a flaky pastry crust. And you can find them in Oakland Park. The pie is one…
