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Drink Ribera. Drink Spain. Wine Tasting
Discover the pinnacle of Spanish winemaking and Spain’s most noble grape — Tempranillo — during the upcoming Ribera del Duero tasting. This comprehensive tasting, taking place on March 8, 2011, will introduce consumers and members of the trade to a lush production of this fruit forward wine that is well-balanced in sweetness, color and acidity. This one-day event is one of the most comprehensive tasting of the Ribera del Duero wines ever to take place in Florida and — to...
February 22nd, 2011 | South Florida | Read More
First Look: Angle at the Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach
Chef Ryan Artim
When a resort’s signature restaurant closes down, you never are quite sure what to expect. Such was the case with Angle Restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach. For the past year, daily service was on halt and the gorgeous venue was used primarily for private parties, but just recently Angle has reopened with a fresh, more relaxed supper-club concept, and since I do what I do — I was able to taste my way through their decadent menu created by their ultra-talented Executive...
February 20th, 2011 | South Florida | Read More
Norton Art Museum Adds Sunday Brunch
When you think about brunch in Palm Beach County, the options for tempting cuisine are slim. But now, you can add one more must-try location to your list — The Norton Art Museum. Ken Lyon — who you may recognize from Lyon + Lyon catering, Fratelli Lyon, Lyon Frères et Compagnie and his run at The Cape Cod Room — along with Sharithma Almodovar, Executive Chef from Lyon + Lyon Catering have created a brunch menu for the Norton Art Museum in West Palm Beach.
This new menu,...
February 16th, 2011 | South Florida | Read More
5 Places to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Palm Beach County
Romance is in the air, so fully embrace it this Valentine’s Day. Area chefs has been working hard to woo you in with their creative menu planning. Here are some of our favorites.
Photo provided by Verdea Restaurant & Wine Bar
Cabo Flats Cantina & Tequila Bar, 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave, Palm Beach Gardens 561.624.0024
Valentine’s Day is not just for couples, so Cabo Flats is committed to celebrating with you however you may be. Singles wearing red will receive 1 free tequila...
February 4th, 2011 | South Florida | Read More
Our Favorite Restaurants to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the Miami Area
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and it’s time to add some romance to your life.We’ve put together some of our favorite destinations to wow your palate and your loved one. Here are are suggestions for our top 5 destinations to score that reservation.
BLT Steak at The Betsy, 1440 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach 305.673-0044
Lose all your inhibitions this Valentine’s Day, as chef Sam Gorenstein ignites your senses. On Valentine’s Day, chef will be busy preparing this four...
February 1st, 2011 | South Florida | Read More
Buccan to Open Up this Weekend in Palm Beach
Palm Beach food and wine aficionados have been eagerly awaiting the opening of Chef Clay Conley’s new restaurant — Buccan for quite some time now. The time has finally come, as it is expected to open up this Saturday. Located in the former Beach House Bistro location, Buccan will feature a progressive American menu from the former chef of Azul, with inspiration from around the world. Chef will take advantage of ingredients from local farmers (yes, Swank Farms is at the top of his list),...
January 20th, 2011 | South Florida | Read More
Gordon Ramsey Revisits Le Bistro
Is any publicity good publicity? Husband and wife team — Elin & Andy Trousdale of Le Bistro Restaurant in Lighthouse Point — thought so when they invited the often feared Gordon Ramsey into their restaurant for a taping of Kitchen Nightmares back in July 2009. While the show took on everything you would expect to happen in reality tv including intense levels of drama where Chef/owner Andy was portrayed as being the bad guy and dictator-like, the airing of the show on a national level...
January 20th, 2011 | South Florida | Read More
Max’s Grille Adds Breakfast to the Menu
The Boca Way
Breakfast is supposed to be the most important meal of the day, but how many times do you roll out of bed and pour yourself a cup of coffee, rather than treat yourself to a relaxing (yet rejuvenating) jump start to the day? Laziness? Perhaps. Lack of options? Maybe. But now, you have no more excuses. While the Miami area has had brunch options sprouting up left and right, Palm Beach County is still behind the times — everyday more options are opening up .
This time, after 20 years...
January 19th, 2011 | South Florida | Read More
Explore the Flavors of India at Indus Indian & Herbal Cuisine
Nothing beats going out for a great meal, unless you’re enjoying that great meal with a group that enjoys the food as much as you do. I think that’s why our tastecasting outings are so exciting. These excursions bring together a group of food bloggers, who restaurants invite in for a tasting. At the event, we tweet, take photos, drink and eat to our heart’s content. Life had gotten in the way of things recently, but this past weekend we were invited in to Indus Indian & Herbal...
January 17th, 2011 | South Florida | Read More
Keep Healthy in the New Year at Area Restaurants
When the clock struck 12 bringing in the new year, you had good intentions. Healthy eating and plenty of exercise topped many of your lists, but come mid-January, we need another push to stay true to our resolutions. Some local restaurants want to help you out, and have created healthier selections.
Dunkin’ Donuts — I know, this is the last place you’d expect to get something ahem, healthy, but the new varieties of their Wake-Up Wraps will give you a nice burst of energy when you’re...
January 14th, 2011 | South Florida | Read More
The Ritz-Carlton’s Angle Restaurant Re-Opens as an American Supper Club
There’s big news in Palm Beach and food lovers around are going to line up for this one. Angle, the signature restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton in Manalapan, recently announced that they were going to re-open their doors. They’ve rid themselves of the uber-formal Angle Restaurant of the past, and are re-opening as an American, supper-club fully embracing the Slow Food movement — using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible including wild, line-caught and day boat fish, sustainable...
January 13th, 2011 | South Florida | Read More
Christmas Dining in Broward County
Out of the kitchen and into the restaurant is just the way you may have to go this year. No worries, the food is sure to be spectacular — special thanks to these Broward County restaurants. Time is running out though, so it’s time to make your reservations.
China Grill Fort Lauderdale, 1881 NE 17th St Causeway, Fort Lauderdale 954.759.9950 (map)
Price: Varies — serving dinner from 5pm-midnight on Christmas Eve and from 2:00pm-midnight on Christmas Day
China Grill will serve their...
December 22nd, 2010 | South Florida | Read More
Christmas Menus in Palm Beach County
Put your cooking tools away this year, it’s time to have all the cooking done for you. From Boca Raton to Palm Beach, area restaurants have created menus that are sure to get your mouth watering.
Carmen’s at the Top of the Bridge, Boca Raton Bridge Hotel, 999 E Camino Real, Boca Raton 561-886-4570
Price: $38.95, $18 for children and free for children under 5
Enjoy a Christmas night buffet from 2-6 pm or a holiday brunch on 12/26 at Carmen’s at the Top of the Bridge. For Christmas...
December 20th, 2010 | South Florida | Read More
Christmas Menus in the Miami Area
After Christmas shopping, wrapping gifts and planning galore — it’s time to start thinking about Christmas dinner. You don’t need any more stress on your hands, let the local chefs take care of your needs. You’ll leave from their restaurants content, relaxed — and ready for more celebrating. We have made your planning a little bit easier and have gathered some details on what local restaurants in the Miami area are offering.
CTrapiche Room at JW Marriott
Angelique Euro...
December 17th, 2010 | South Florida | Read More
New Year’s Eve Festivities
Whether you are looking to something for to ring in 2011 that is quiet and intimate or one big bash, the options are endless in Miami. Here’s a look at some of the most sought after destinations.
Acqualina‘s New Year’s Eve Party
17875 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach 305.918.8000 (map)
Time: 9:00-1:00 am
Cost: $95-$250
Acqualina is offering 3 choices for their New Year’s guests. First up, guests can enjoy a 5-course dinner with open bar for $250/person. The second option would...
December 14th, 2010 | South Florida | Read More
Orange Bowl 2011: Virginia Tech vs. Stanford
While some people can’t imagine the holiday season without the cold weather, snow on the ground and holiday parties; others can’t imagine it without a full line-up of watching their favorite college football teams. From the Rose Bowl to the Sugar Bowl, sports fans await the announcement on who will participate in this year’s challenge — and it is a perfect time for a road trip.
Since the 1930′s in South Florida, the focus has been on the Orange Bowl. Taking place on...
December 13th, 2010 | South Florida | Read More
Ironwood Grille Welcomes Chef Gordon Maybury
I’m not sure what we see more of — restaurants opening and closing or chefs shuffling around? Whatever the case, it’s quite the feat keeping on top of the changes. Some are exciting, others not so much, but this recent change is going to add some pizazz to Palm Beach Gardens.
Chef Gordon Maybury
Ironwood Grill, the contemporary steakhouse inside PGA National has been full of changes these past few months. First Top Chef alum Kenny Gilbert made a brief appearance, but before I could...
December 5th, 2010 | South Florida | Read More
Thanksgiving Dining in Miami
Your options for dining out on Thanksgiving in 2010 are plentiful. It’s time to start planning so you have time to sift through these sumptuous options — taking that traditional turkey dinner to a whole new level. Whether you like it roasted, grilled, stuffed, braised or don’t want a turkey at all — the area’s top chefs have their creative juices flowing to take your taste buds on a culinary journey — making your Thanksgiving Day a time to sit back, relax and spend...
November 14th, 2010 | South Florida | Read More
Thanksgiving 2010 in Broward County
Whatever you’re craving for Thanksgiving dinner in 2010, Broward County has you covered — from a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixings to a vegetarian feast at Sublime. Take a look at what your favorite chefs have in store for you.
Grill 66 & Bar at Pier 66, 2301 SE 17th St Causeway, Fort Lauderdale (954) 728-3500 (map)
Grill 66 never disappoints, so you can be certain their Thanksgiving menu will be a feast for your sense. Their 3-course $35 menu will be served from...
November 12th, 2010 | South Florida | Read More
Thanksgiving Dining in Palm Beach County
Before you blink, the holidays will be here before us. Will you be the slaving away in the kitchen, preparing a Thanksgiving feast or will you be the one making the reservations? If you live in Palm Beach County, we have you covered with a line-up of tasty options. There’s a bonus this year, as all the menu options are very reasonable. So, sift through the menus, daydream a bit and call to make your reservation before it is too late –
The Bistro, 2133 S US Highway 1, Jupiter 561.744.5054...
November 11th, 2010 | South Florida | Read More
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