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Factory Fresh

The Foundry is one of those forward-thinking endeavors in Pompano Beach that’s getting in on the ground floor before the explosion of “the new Pompano.” It’s already a game changer and set to become an anchor on what eventually could become a restaurant row, a la Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach and Las Olas Boulevard

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Better Than Sliced

Variety is the spice when it comes to Bar Louie’s renowned flatbreads By Keren Moros Kitchen manager Kelvin Hutchinson calls the flatbreads at Bar Louie “the best in town”—a contention that few if any patrons of the popular restaurant at The Promenade at Coconut Creek would argue. According to Hutchinson, who’s worked with the company

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Sight to Behold

Kuro puts a dazzling and delicious spin on a panna cotta dessert When Ross Evans interviewed for the pastry chef position at Kuro, the Japanese craft kitchen at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino that has had foodies buzzing since its opening last spring, he turned an open-ended challenge into a dessert that not only

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For the Love of Food

A husband and wife play to their creative kitchen strengths at Jardin For two people so certain about what they bring to the table at Jardin, the buzzed-about new restaurant on Clematis Street in West Palm Beach, it’s curious that owners Jordan Lerman and Stephanie Cohen have created a concept that, by their own admission,

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Portugal by plate

Old Lisbon makes its mark on South Miami By Gail Scott The moment you walk in the door of Old Lisbon, you are transported to a quaint restaurant in Portugal. Gorgeous blue and white tiles (imported, of course) create a ribbon around the room, and a fresco of the Jerónimos Monastery adorns the wall, giving

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Made in Italy

Story by Elyssa Schwartz | Photos by Andrea Màtè Childhood friends Antonio Montella and Luca Casarella grew up in a small neighborhood in Avellino, Italy. They played soccer, they rode scooters, and they ate pasta—lots of pasta. Their passion for food and adventure led them around the world before opportunity knocked in Delray Beach, where,

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Turn Back the Clock

Experience Authentic Florida at Alabama Jack’s Story and photos by Karen F. Buchsbaum If you’ve never taken the time  to drive south toward Key Largo to visit Alabama Jack’s, you are in for a treat. In just 45 minutes, you can be transported back in time to the Florida of 50 years ago at this

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say hello to ciao

Italian restaurant at The Promenade is far from traditional By Michelle F. Solomon Ciao Cucina & Bar at The Promenade at Coconut Creek will have you at hello with its welcoming marquee lights on the side wall spelling out Ciao! and the cute Vespa just begging diners to be included in their selfies. Beyond the

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Best Lobster Roll South of Newport

Story and photos by Karen F. Buchsbaum You don’t have to drive 24 hours north for a lobster roll, and you don’t have to pay a small fortune. The Mango Café, right in your backyard, is waiting to serve up a basket with chips and a pair of delicious Florida lobster rolls for less than

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Gastropub Tap 42 Comes to Coral Gables

Fort Lauderdale’s hip gastropub, Tap 42, is set to open its Coral Gables location this month. The new spot will boast a unique craft beer bar and innovative food options in addition to the staple menu items from the Fort Lauderdale location. It will still offer the same Tap 42 specials that make the Fort

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