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The Swedish vodka brand Absolut recently launched a collaborative campaign to honor the traditions of the celebrated Midommar holiday. The campaign began with an event series to spread the Midsommar celebrations around South Florida. These events range from Vinyasa and Vodka morning yoga (pictured) to Mixology classes and highlight the unique flavor combinations inspired by

Thursday, August 1 Iyanla Vanzant When: Aug. 1, 8 p.m. Where: Broward Center What: New York Times best-selling author, life coach and spiritual leader presents an interactive event with the humor, love and straight-talk that made her an Emmy Award-winning personality on show “Iyanla Fix My Life.” Her show celebrates the 25th anniversary of her

Just a few steps from Quarterdeck on 17th Street in Fort Lauderdale, you can find a secluded bar with the elusive feel of a Prohibition-era speakeasy. Whiskey Neat debuted on Fourth of July weekend with little fanfare and an overwhelmingly positive response from patrons quick to call this spot their new go-to. The location is

BLT Prime Doral, a premier fine dining steakhouse located within the Trump National Doral, invites guests to experience an interactive wine dinner showcasing delicious food perfectly paired with fine wines in an intimate setting. Take in the panoramic views of the renowned Blue Monster golf course as you enjoy some of BLT Prime’s best offerings,

Hoffman’s Chocolates is kicking off the back-to-school season with a drive to improve the lives of abused, abandoned and neglected children in South Florida. Hoffman’s is collaborating with ChildNet, a community-based care lead agency in Broward and Palm Beach counties, to provide free Chocolate Ice Cream Sundaes to anyone who donates a new school backpack

Shark Week is right around the corner! Celebrate the fun and fright of this week-long Floridian favorite at the Ritz-Carlton in Fort Lauderdale. The hotel recently partnered with Discovery Channel’s “Shark Week” team to raise awareness of shark conservation efforts with fun events and nightly episode screenings through August 4. Guests can enjoy a dive-in

This nondescript Italian restaurant, located in downtown Fort Lauderdale, is one of the best-kept secrets of South Florida locals. We’re letting the cat out of the bag to share some incredible dining opportunities available through the end of September at Valentino Cucina Italiana. This summer, guests can enjoy a unique Prix-Fixe menu that includes an

Throughout the Month Cirque Du Soleil: Corteo When: July 24-Aug. 4 Where: BB&T Center What: The new show from the celebrated contemporary circus company invites audeinces to “get carried away with life.” Featuring live music, aerial dancers and performers, the production follows a clown that dies and watches his funeral take place in a carnival-like

Photo above courtesy of El Camino   Rocco’s Tacos Locations: Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Delray Beach The Florida favorite offers $6 margaritas and shots, $4 Mexican draft beers, $16 pitchers, and half off tequila bottles. Diners have their choice of more than 300 tequila varieties as well as Rocco’s famous homemade Margarita sour mix. Info

Mai Kai Enjoy dinner and a show at Fort Lauderdale’s famed Mai Kai Restaurant and Polynesian Show. Voted the area’s Best Unique Dining Experience, this local landmark features signature dishes as well as traditional fare that guests can dine on while watching the Polynesian dance revue. If you’re looking for an experience that kids will

Yogis can practice the art of zen with their best friend at the “Downdog with Dogs” events at Tri-County Animal Rescue in Boca Raton. Led by renowned yoga instructor Naya Rappaport, these yoga classes are pet-friendly and created to foster physical interaction between people and dogs. “The class will be therapeutic for both the humans

Matthew Liebman and Daniel Shmul entered their high school years at Cypress Bay in Weston anxious to join as many clubs as they could. Advised by their guidance counselors that getting involved would make for the best high school experience, they joined various clubs but often wound up disappointed.   “All these clubs at Cypress