One of Orlando’s more popular resort destinations, DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, which spans 28 acres within the heart of International Drive, has completed the certification programming required to earn the Certified Autism Center designation. This designation is granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) and ensures staff have […]
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A honey of a dessert at The Bazaar by Jose Andres in Miami Beach
Renowned Chef Jose Andres’ famous Dessert Graffiti has finally made its way to South Beach! Debuting “Bee My Honey” at in the iconic SLS South Beach, guests can now experience this dessert as a table-side option. https://www.thebazaar.com/ Known for combining culinary and visual arts with philanthropy, Bee My Honey is honoring this month’ National Honey […]
Get a double dose of Miami Spice at legendary Biltmore Miami Hotel
Miami Spice serves many purposes – from introducing restaurants to new foodies to driving more business to eateries during South Florida’s “shoulder’’ season. At Palme d’Or, the great French restaurant at the historic Biltmore Miami Hotel in Coral Gables, there’s another reason. That is, Miami Spice 2019, which runs through Sept. 30, is serving as […]
“Pasta Whisperer” Perrotto will celebrate National Pasta Month at Rose’s Daughter in Delray Beach
Few dishes provide the comfortable feeling of a plate of rigatoni and sauce, a bowl of spaghetti and meatballs, or a generous serving of lasagna. Pasta has been a core food for centuries and a staple in many families. Chef Suzanne Perrotto of Rose’s Daughter – the next great restaurant in Delray Beach – is […]
National Cheeseburger Day in South Florida
One of my favorite days of the year is near. That’s Sept. 18 – National Cheeseburger Day. South Florida has no shortage of spots to grab a great cheeseburger. Here are some of my favorites. Upland (Miami Beach) Burger Offering: The Upland Cheeseburger $5 Details: For one night only, South of Fifth California hotspot Upland […]
Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival’s next SAVOR Dinner at Valentino Cucina Italiana
The Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival will host Volume 2 of its SAVOR Dinner Series on Monday, September 23, at one of my favorite Italian eateries – Valentino Cucina Italiana in Fort Lauderdale. The dinner will pair Levantine Hill Wine with a six-course pairing dinner and also will host Levantine Hill Estate’s Head […]
Barley and Hops Weekend begins Sept. 20 at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa
What’s better than Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa’s Fourth Annual Craft Beer and Burger Bash? An entire Barley and Hops weekend of craft brews, burgers and other culinary offering from the resort’s restaurants. The weekend will begin Sept. 20 at 6:30 with a five-course Brewmasters’ Dinner at Angle restaurants featuring Barrel of Monks craft […]
Swank Farms announces Swank Table events for 2019-20 Season
‘Tis the Season. Harvest Season, that is. So with that mind, Swank Farms in Loxhatchee Groves, Fla., has announced its 2019/20 Swank Table schedule that will bring together more than 70 celebrated chefs from South Florida, New Orleans, Raleigh/Durham, Nashville, Maine and Detroit to raise money for local charities. Swank Table events have been highlights […]
Boulud Sud Miami begins Thursday Ladies’ Nights with bottomless rose’
Boulud Sud Miami in the JW Marriott Marquis has launched Ladies Night with bottomless rose’ at the bar every Thursday. The French-Mediterranean restaurant is one of Downtown Miami’s favorite eateries and Happy Hour spots. https://www.bouludsud.com/miami/ The weekly Ladies Night featuring complimentary bottomless rosé will be at Boulud Sud’s bar and lounge area’s each Thursday from […]
Urbanica The Hotels’ owners acquire North Miami Beach land for new hotel
Urbanica The Hotels’ founders, Diego Colmenero and Charlie Porchetto, today announced their latest acquisition – a $40 million undeveloped beachfront lot in North Beach Miami, located at 6747 Collins Avenue. The duo purchased the 0.98-acre property from China City Construction with plans to develop a 20-story, 200-room lifestyle hotel. Slated to open in approximately two […]