Neapolitans have strict rules and regulations for using the designation Pizza Napoletana — there is an entire nonprofit sanctioned by the Italian government dedicated to making sure the term is applied appropriately. Chicagoans are fiercely devoted to their signature deep-dish pies. And New Yorkers, fuhgeddaboudit; those maniacs will go to…
Fries are one of the greatest side items to ever grace a plate. The preparation takes a humble potato and turns it into a perfect combination of salt and grease, with an ethereal texture that is fluffy on the inside, impeccably crisp on the outside. Whether these little beauties are…
Nelyson De Jesus is an imposing man with a goatee, a lip piercing, and a wide, infectious smile. About a decade ago, he left his childhood home on Crash Boat Beach in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, to join his father in South Florida. Tony Sanchez is an affable Dominican native with…
South Florida is full of transplants. If we had to guess, we’d say one percent of the population was actually born here. (Also, did you know that 84% of statistics are made up on the spot? True story.) Quite frankly: we think it’s a good thing. For one thing, the…
In the United States we have some time-honored drinking protocol, such as beer pong, 80 ounces to freedom, and flip cup. While all include copious amounts of alcohol (or beer), none are intended to bring you a bountiful life — a bountiful hangover is more like it. The Japanese, on…
South Beach Wine and Food Festival brings some of the best and brightest culinary talent from around the country. From Top Chef contestants like Stephanie Izard and Fabio Viviani to celebrities like Anthony Bourdain and Giada De Laurentiis to restaurant legends, such as Danny Meyers and Rick Bayless, the creme…
We’re not breaking any news here, but South Florida is freaking hot. Sure, we get a few cold fronts from time to time, but it’s mid-February, and it’s bright, sunny, and, frankly, a bit humid. When it comes to refreshing alcoholic beverages, few concoctions compete with the margarita — mojitos…
There’s a preconceived notion that in Japan everyone makes sushi on the regular. As much as we’d like this to be true (and we’d like to find ourselves some Japanese besties), it’s not actually the case. While in town for the Delray Beach Open by The Venetian® Las Vegas Japanese…
We love beer, we’re huge fans of wine, and we have no problem throwing back a few martinis from time to time; but there’s nothing like an ice cold margarita on a sunny day. Those tequila-infused Mexican drinks are so good, they are worthy of their very own holiday. The…
Genetically Engineered (GE) also known as Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) have been one of the biggest debates in the world of food for the past year. Activists have been pushing for labeling laws citing potential health issues and lack of peer-reviewed studies deeming GE products as safe. GE proponents, on…
Chips, fries, finger chips, French fries, pommes frites: no matter what you call them, thinly sliced strips of fried potatoes are absolutely delicious. Few side dishes have risen to the same level of esteem as that of the French fry. Sure, we love mac & cheese. And yes, on occasion…
You’ve heard the saying, “When it rains, it pours.” That’s usually a bad thing – unless each droplet is and amazing new eatery. Lately, it’s been raining new restaurants and bars on Clematis Street in downtown West Palm — or it’s about to be soon. We just broke news about…
Sushi has become the go-to food for those looking to keep it light when dining out of the house. The only problem: It’s freaking expensive. Learn to do-it-yourself at Publix Aprons Cooking School on Monday, March 3, at 6 p.m. The hands-on class will explore a number of exotic maki…
If you’re into fancy dress (of any time period) and fried turkey legs, here’s your event. On Saturday and Sunday, March 1 and 2, from 10 a.m. to sunset, the Florida Renaissance Festival is bringing its steampunk costume contest and fashion parade to Quiet Waters Park. The cost to attend…
Cheese is great; beer is even better. Here’s your chance to make a night of dairy and brew at Whole Foods Market Fort Lauderdale. For $20 per person, chefs Melanie Stewart and David Hall are hosting a Belgian-style cheese and beer pairing with charcuterie on Friday, February 28, from 6:30…
Wine geeks claim the nectar of the gods is representative of the human condition. A little too much rain and you’re left with rot; too much sun, on the other hand, and you’re stuck with a burnt, dried-up raisin; it’s all about finding the right balance between planting the right…
Nihari is a traditional Pakistani dish with cubes of tender beef served in a bubbling, aromatic brown stew. Boneless beef is slow-cooked for six hours with julienned ginger and jalapeños in a fragrant sauce of peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon, cumin seeds, and cardamom seeds known as garam masala. It’s a recipe…
After a five-year run above Feelgoods Rock Bar and Grill on Clematis Street, Sub Culture Group’s (the team behind Broward and Palm Beach fave’s like DaDa Restaurant & Lounge, Tryst, and Kapow! Noodle Bar) Lost Weekend has closed its doors. Don’t get upset yet, however, it’s just moving down the…
While it can be uncomfortably awkward, change tends to be a good thing — or so they say. In the case of restaurants, it can go either way. Over the past year, Fort Lauderdale’s 3030 Ocean has seen an astronomical amount of change. Founder and longtime executive chef Dean James…
Most of the time it’s hard to believe that the old adage, “Change is good” is true; sometimes it’s hard to deny the proof. In late November, Feelgoods Rock Bar and Grill announced it would be shuttering its doors to make way for a West Palm version of former downtown…
Nihari is a traditional Pakistani dish with cubes of tender beef served in a bubbling, aromatic brown stew. Boneless beef is slow-cooked for six hours with julienned ginger and jalapeños in a fragrant sauce of peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon, cumin seeds, and cardamom seeds known as garam masala. It’s a recipe…
Rapoport’s Restaurant Group has had a lot on its plate lately. (Literally). In addition to being the first restaurant group to feature the Florida Department of Agriculture’s Fresh From Florida program on its menus (a designation indicating the restaurant makes a concerted effort to source products from within the state),…
