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Despite a journalist’s best-laid plans, interviews don’t always go as expected. In the case of Lifestyle’s recent conversation with T Bone Burnett, one such detour says as much about the perspective he brings to his artistic endeavors as any of the mile markers along his remarkable musical journey. Though the renowned producer, performer and songwriter

Lifestyle’s Pick Eugene Robinson The Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and associate editor of The Washington Post visits Boca Raton as part of Florida Atlantic University’s 2018 Alan B. and Charna Larkin Symposium on the American presidency. Robinson, a regular on MSNBC and NBC’s “Meet the Press,” will speak about “Covering the Presidency in the Modern Media Age.” Where: Carole

Friday, Feb. 2: *Groundhog Day* Tickets on sale: South Beach Wine and Food Festival The 17th annual Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF) returns to EAT. DRINK. EDUCATE. Sample exquisite food prepared by your favorite chefs, local and celebrity. Proceeds from the Festival benefit the Chaplin School of Hospitality

Happy Valentine’s Day! Not sure where to celebrate? We’ve got you covered!  Grille 401 The restaurant on Las Olas Boulevard will feature the Cupid’s Kiss Martini ($14). For couples looking to do something different, and celebrate a little early, Grille 401 will also host a sushi rolling class on Sunday, Feb. 11 from 5–7 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 26 For the Foodies Happy Hour at Brimstone Woodfire Grill Sunday to Friday: Happy hour from 4–7 p.m., which includes half-off select cocktails, bar bites menu, flatbreads and sushi. Saturday: Brunch with live music—and $15 bottomless mimosas. Where: The Shops at Pembroke Pines (pictured)   [tw-divider][/tw-divider] Saturday, Jan. 27 Party Time Experience LIV

Fun Foodie News National Peking Duck Day: Thursday, Jan. 18 Pay homage to the classic Asian dish at David Grutman’s Komodo, a hotspot for Southeast Asian cuisine and celebrity sightings in Miami’s Brickell neighborhood, where it has gained an Instagrammable reputation. Another Miami hotpot, Jaya at the Setai, serves its Peking Duck with steamed pancakes,

Friday, Jan. 12 Sports Florida Panthers vs. Calgary Flames When: 7:30 p.m. Where: BB&T Center Parties “AVANT-Garde Fridays” AVANT in Delray Beach (pictured) recently launched a weekly late-night series with rotating themes. When: Every Friday from 10 a.m. to close Where: 25 N.E. Second Avenue, Delray Beach [tw-divider][/tw-divider] Saturday, Jan. 13 Performances Dennis DeYoung The

Happy New Year and cheers to 2018! *Sunday, Dec. 31* Performances Billy Joel The Piano Man will ring in the New Year in South Florida for the third consecutive year. When: 9:30 p.m. Where: BB&T Center For the Foodies: New Year’s Eve Tasting Menus 3030 Ocean: Five-course meal ($100 per person, with the option to

Friday, Dec. 22 Yuletide Festivities  Dine-In Movie and Dinner Night Watch “The Santa Clause” at the Atlantic Hotel, with choice of a hamburger or hot dog, chips, one non-alcoholic beverage, popcorn, pool access and three-hour complimentary valet parking. When: 5:30–8:30 p.m. Price: $19.95 for adults and $9.95 for children 3-12 Where: 601 N. Fort Lauderdale

Friday, Dec. 15 Performances George Balanchine’s “The Nutcracker” Miami City Ballet presents the beloved holiday ballet, which features new sets and costumes this year. When: Through Dec. 30 Where: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Miami; Broward Center for the Performing Arts; Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach “Volta” Cirque du

Art enthusiasts, this weekend is for you. Head to Miami for Art Basel, which features artwork from around the globe.  On Display Mural Unveiling International street artist Kelsey Montague is unveiling her new Angel Wings Mural. Meet the artist, participate in the silent auction and enjoy bites paired with Gran Centenario’s new Art Basel-inspired cocktails,

Welcome to December!   Friday, Dec. 1 Performances The Book Of Mormon In the musical comedy, two young Mormon missionaries travel to Africa to preach the Mormon religion — with a few misadventures along the way. When: 8 p.m. (Saturday, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.) Where: Adrienne Arsht Center Linda