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Since opening its doors last year, the Alan B Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation (Levan Center) has been the catalyst for growing tech start-up companies in Broward County. To recognize the importance of its operations and demonstrate its future capabilities, the Levan Center hosted its Future Forward event. Local community members and the media were

One of America’s most traditional food items, the hamburger, will be celebrated throughout May as part of National Hamburger Month. To ensure you know where to find the best specials and craftiest concoctions, we’ve compiled some South Florida restaurants providing deals during the month. Venue: Chug’s Diner Location: 3444 Main Hwy Suite 21, Coconut Grove Info: Chugsdiner.com Specials: Since

After acquiring five parcels of land for $3.5 million directly across from its 500-bed shelter in Miami’s Overtown neighborhood, Lotus House plans to construct a new 75,000 square foot, $20 million facility called The Children’s Village to enhance the needs of the youth sheltered at Lotus Village and the surrounding community. “When it comes to ending homelessness

Taking your mother out for a Mother’s Day meal is a time-honored tradition sure to please the special mom in your life. Check out our list of some restaurants in the tri-county area offerings specials to celebrate the occasion.  Broward Venue: Shooters Waterfront Location: 3033 NE 32nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale Info: Shooterswaterfront.com/events/mothers-day Details: Shooters Waterfront offers a scenic waterfront

Silver Mirror Facial Bar, a personalized, results-driven skincare spa, plans to bring its treatment concept to the heart of Miami’s Brickell neighborhood at 115 SW 8th St., near the Brickell City Centre in late 2022. The company offers unique and customized facial treatments to its customers. The Miami location will span nearly 1,800 square feet and

When the project is completed by the middle of next year, the inverted logo on the outside of The Standard in Midtown Miami will imply to some that the builders of this 12-story development have turned residential life upside down. But early glimpses of the boutique hotel brand’s first residential concept suggest that, in truth, The

Fans of fish tacos, tres leches, spicy margaritas, gigantic burritos and other Mexican-themed dishes have no shortage of options on Cinco De Mayo. To celebrate the holiday, which commemorates the anniversary of Mexico’s victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, we’ve gathered some local establishments offering specials to honor the

YouFit Gyms across South Florida and the U.S. will host a 2-day, open-to-the-public event to raise funds for Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami. The inaugural Benefit For Bradley event was inspired by Bradley, the son of Jose Migenis, Florida Regional Director for YouFit Gyms, who has been in the care of a team of specialists at

The luxury residential landscape in South Florida—brimming with innovative design, cutting-edge architecture and artful details—provides more than its share of eye candy. In its April issue, Lifestyle takes readers on a showcase tour of high-end spaces, with help from industry experts.   3030 Meadow Lane  Where: Weston  Living area: 12,323 square feet  Bedrooms/baths: 7 bedrooms, 8 full baths,

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Broward County will host its 29th Annual Mother’s Day Luncheon on Tuesday, May 3 at The Signature Grand in Davie. To celebrate the spirit of Mother’s Day, the fundraising event will also honor a group of individuals who have exemplified exceptional qualities of kindness, caring sacrifice and generosity to

After receiving a donation to acquire an NFT last year, the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami (ICA Miami) is delving further into the world of digital assets with the launch of its NFT (non-fungible token) Platform. NFTs consist of a unit of data stored on a blockchain just like cryptocurrency, with the blockchain certifying that

The Orange Bowl Food & Wine Celebration will offer a variety of dishes, desserts and drinks from over 30 of South Florida’s top restaurants and chefs to help raise money for local nonprofit organizations. Proceeds from the event, presented by Florida Blue, will benefit Make-a-Wish Southern Florida, Special Olympics Florida and the Orange Bowl Leadership