Hands for Hospitality

An ever-growing list of area restaurant professionals is banding together on behalf of hourly employees who’ve been temporarily sidelined—or who’ve lost their jobs—in the wake of business shutdowns due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). The group—which includes Shooters Waterfront, as well as The Restaurant People and its roster of establishments—has launched a crowdfunded initiative called “Hands

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Hands for Hospitality
Museum Learning at Home

Science, experiments and dinosaurs—oh, my! Over the next few weeks, the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) is going online with exciting science lessons, videos and experiments. This distance-learning programming is a great solution for parents who want to infuse science into their child’s lesson plans while holding down the fort at home. Science shows will

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Slices of Love

As the name implies, Amici’s Pizza Café is a place for “amici” (friends in Italian) to gather for a good meal. To owner Craig Valvo, those friends include the community, which is now dealing with the effects of the spread of the coronavirus. Like other local restaurants, Amici’s sanitation protocols have changed and it has

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How To Talk To Your Children About Coronavirus

With COVID-19, commonly referred to as the coronavirus, officially declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization last week, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis declaring all schools will remain closed until at least April 15, children are experiencing upheaval and uncertainty in their day-to-day lives as adults. Jessica Leon is a psychotherapist, life coach, licensed

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4Ever Young Anti-Aging Solutions

Looking to boost your immune system? 4Ever Young Anti-Aging Solutions (with offices in Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale) offers a safe and effective way to help fortify your internal systems. 4Ever Shield, an intravenous treatment, funnels a blend of wellness and immune-supporting vitamins, minerals and antioxidants directly into the bloodstream. The IV mix includes vitamins

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From the Chairman

Dear Readers: Over the years, Lifestyle Media Group has been able to use its monthly print publications—South Florida Business & Wealth and our Lifestyle titles—to bring perspective to a variety of issues that impact the tri-county region. But in navigating the uncharted waters of coronavirus, we quickly realized that we don’t have the luxury of

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Shake it up this St. Patrick’s Day with create-your-own cocktails

SHAMROCK FIZZ Ingredients: 2 oz. Casamigos Blanco Tequila 1 oz. Fresh Lime Juice .5 oz. Simple Syrup 8–10 Cilantro Leaves 3 Cucumber Slices Top off with Club Soda   Method: Combine all ingredients, except club soda into tin shaker. Muddle fruit/herbs. Add ice, shake vigorously, and fine strain into collins glass. Add fresh ice, top

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The Lifestyle List: March 13-15

Events may be postponed due to coronavirus concerns. Check with venue websites for confirmation.   Adam Sandler When: March 13, 8 p.m. Where: Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Way, Fort Lauderdale What: The comedian and actor has had a recent string of popular Netflix films, including comedy Murder Mystery as well as a critically acclaimed

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Brandi Carlile pictured When: March 6, 8:30 p.m. Where: Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood What: Winner of three Grammy Awards, the songwriter has collaborated with a variety of artists and gained critical acclaim for her emotional and ragged voice. Info: myhrl.com   Night at the Movies When: March 6, 8 p.m. Where: Arts Garage,

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Boca Bacchanal hosts Grand Tasting this Saturday

The 18th Annual Boca Bacchanal experience kicks off this weekend with a Vintner Dinner on Friday evening followed by the much-anticipated Grand Tasting event on Saturday. The Boca Bacchanal Grand Tasting will take place at the Boca Raton Resort & Club on Saturday, March 7th from 7 to 10 p.m. Lauded as the ultimate food

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Africa Umoja: Spirit of Togetherness When: Feb. 25-March 8 Where: Miramar Cultural Center What: Performed in more than 50 countries, the musical production that celebrates the spirit of South Africa through energetic song and dance. Info: miramarculturalcenter.org   98 Degrees When: Feb. 28, 8 p.m. Where: Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, 5550 NW 40th Court, Coconut

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Press & Grind Cafe Brews New Beginnings

Though relatively new to the Fort Lauderdale dining scene, Press & Grind Cafe has quickly become a staple among both South Florida coffee enthusiasts and health-conscious consumers. The combined juicery and coffee bar is locally owned and operated by South Florida resident Joe Sloboda, who conceptualized the space while traveling through Europe. “I was in

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