by coastalnews1 | Sep 29, 2025 | Food and Drink, Recipes
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...
by The Staff | Sep 26, 2025 | Food and Drink, Recipes
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...
by The Staff | Sep 7, 2025 | Food and Drink, Local Restaurants, Recipes
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...
by Susan Rosser | Sep 7, 2025 | Food and Drink, Local Cooking, Recipes, Vegetarian
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...
by The Staff | Sep 6, 2025 | Activities, Food and Drink, Hot Topics, Tour & Travel
By: Emily Carver Fort Lauderdale offers far more than beaches and nightlife. Its canals, natural parks, and quick access to Orlando make it perfect for discovery. Locals and visitors who value family life in South Florida know how rewarding short outings can be. That...
by coastalnews1 | Sep 4, 2025 | Deerfield Beach, Dining Guide, Food and Drink, Lauderdale By The Sea, Local Restaurants, Mexican, Pompano Beach, South Florida Restaurants
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...
