Phase 1 (holes 11-17) of the renovation of the iconic Great Waters golf course at Reynolds Lake Oconee is underway. The 11th and 12 holes of the Jack Nicklaus design currently is being grassed, according to Lane Singleton, the Greensboro., Ga., resort community’s vice president of agronomy, with the 13, 14th and 15th holes each […]
Upland Miami launches late-night, happy hour menu
Upland Miami, the California-inspired South of Fifth hot spot on South Beach is offering a new late-night happy hour. Available daily starting at 10 p.m., Chef Justin Smillie is serving the Upland Cheeseburger as the star item. In addition, a variety of beverages are available including three specialty cocktails for $9, a selection of wines […]
Tour Asia with Miami Spice menu at Jaya at The Setai
The Setai Miami Beach is one of the world’s great hotel – an 81-year-old, Five-Star architectural masterpiece that defines South Beach’s Florida’s Art Deco expression and movement. It’s only fitting, therefore, that the hotel be complemented by an equally celebrated restaurant. Welcome to Jaya at The Setai, a Pan-Asian restaurant that shows off dishes from […]
Late summer, early fall golf deals in Scottsdale
Summer is winding down, which means the desert sun is cooling down. That makes it a great time to play golf in Scottsdale, Ariz. http://ExperienceScottsdaleGolf.com “For golfers, September and early October are outstanding times to visit Scottsdale,” said Justin Wood, vice president of golf & retail for Accor Hotels which owns the Fairmont Hotels & […]
Cheeseburger, Cheeseburger! Taste some of SoFla’s best on National Cheeseburger Day
Tuesdays in general ae most disliked days of the week. But Tuesday, Sept. 18, promises to be different. That’s National Cheeseburger Day, an All-America day is there was one. Here’s a look at some of my favorite South Florida eateries that create great cheeseburgers. Hilton West Palm Beach Executive chef Miguel Santiago will be serving […]
Swank Farms announces 2018/19 Swank Table schedule
Swank Farms has announced its 2018/19 Swank Table schedule bringing together more than 80 celebrated chefs from South Florida and beyond during the harvest season. The season kicks off on Nov. 18 with Crazy Uncle Mike’s Southern Brunch. Swank Farm was launched in 1996 by husband/wife team Darrin and Jodi Swank. What started as a […]
Double Dip into National Guacamole Day on Sept. 16
With Sept. 16 being a dual treat of National Guacamole Day and Mexican Independence Day, here are some of my favorite South Florida Mexican eateries that serve top-notch guacamole. Cantina Laredo Located in Gultstream Park in Hallandale Beach, Cantina Laredo guacamole dip is a top-shelf menu item prepared tableside. “It’s a top menu item and […]
Study shows golf still a vital consideration for retiring Baby Boomers
Golf and retirement have been linked for years. And although there’s been a downturn in golf participation the past few years, golf is still vital consideration for where and how Baby Boomer live, golf is still vital consideration for where and how they will live. Golf’s proponents say (rightly so) that the game in 2016 […]
Legendary George Thorogood bringing “Rock Party Tour” to The Pavilion at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
Rock and blues legends George Thorogood and The Destroyers will bring their “Rock Party Tour” to The Pavilion at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek on Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. The Pavilion at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is located at 5550 NW 40th Street, Coconut Creek, Fla. https://www.seminolecoconutcreekcasino.com/ Tickets (priced at $40/$50/$60) are on sale now […]
Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo names Ryan Grande as Resort Manager
Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo has named Ryan Grande as Resort Manager of the Forbes Five-star luxury resort that is located between two beaches on the 1,400-acre Peninsula Papagayo on the north Pacific coast of Costa Rica. In his new role, Grande will guide the resort’s guest experience and oversee day-to-day operations […]