Food & Drink
Sheet-Pan Chicken Caesar Tacos
The smashed taco trend really caught my attention, especially after seeing a Big Mac smashed taco. I had to try making them for dinner, and although they were a hit, preparing 15 individual smashed tacos was quite the effort. Then, I discovered a way to make a batch...
Awash in Lasagne Soup
Thanksgiving is the Super Bowl of cooking. If you're anything like me, the planning kicks in on November 1, when I start making lists and emptying the fridge. Yet, one of the challenges of Thanksgiving isn't just the grand feast; it's the often-overlooked night...
The Vault to host Dining in the Dark event October 29th
By Richard Rosser The Vault and South Florida Food Tour announced that Dining in the Dark is back! Prepare yourself for an unforgettable evening of mystery, flavor, and fun. The Experience Since making its U.S. debut in 2005, Dining in the Dark has fascinated diners....
Pumpkin Spice Focaccia
For anyone wary of bread-making, focaccia is a safe place to start. It's made in one bowl, entirely by hand — no stand mixer required. And when I say "by hand," I mean literally. Focaccia dough is forgiving, not temperamental, so you can feel confident you'll end up...
Shrimp & Corn Fritters
Craving a Crunch? Sink your teeth into crispy shrimp and corn cakes By Susan Rosser While I try to steer clear of fried foods – try being the operative word – every now and then, a craving comes along that simply can't be ignored. Enter these crispy, satisfying shrimp...
California Red Blends
Wines Worth Discovering By David Ehrenfried If you’ve shopped for California red wine in a wine store or local supermarket, you may have noticed some bottles labeled “Red Blend,” “Red Wine,” “Meritage,” or just “Red.” Maybe you’ve purchased one or more of these in the...
Apple-Cheddar-Caramelized Onion Galette
A Touch of Faux Fall This galette is about as close to fall as one can hope to get here at the southern tip of everyone's favorite peninsula. It's pretty versatile too. Enjoy it as a light supper paired with a crisp salad or serve it for brunch or even as an...
In Search of a Terrific Tacos in Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach and Beyond
Tacos may just be the new burger — or at least the new pizza. They’re everywhere, and lucky for us, our corner of South Florida is rich with authentic Mexican spots worth seeking out. We’ve done the legwork (and the taste-testing), sampling everything from al pastor...
Fishing Florida Lobster Season
It's bug season….in more ways than one. By John Piotrowski Well, it is mid-summer and the heat is on! As the afternoon thunderstorms and tropical systems drop a lot of moisture, it creates the perfect environment for those pesky mosquitoes and other biting bugs. My...
Staff Pick/Bagel Place
Chasing Rainbow Bagels I must admit, as a transplanted New Yorker, I was initially skeptical about a bagel shop with Philadelphia roots. However, when I learned that Bagels & Co. was set to open in Pompano Beach, I couldn’t resist trying out their location in...