As an emergency management consultant, Lauren Linville has seen firsthand how catastrophic events hurt communities. And as the daughter of small business owners, she’s seen how these events hurt local economies. So when the COVID-19 pandemic shut down most South Florida businesses, Linville encouraged everyone she knew to order from local businesses and buy gift
South Florida restaurants Sushi Maki and Canton Chinese Restaurant are partnering to support families in need during the pandemic. Because of donations from local organizations totaling more than $40,000, the restaurants have put together 13,000 meals for vulnerable populations across South Florida. The meals are going to community groups and nonprofits like Big Brother Big
Award-winning art director Frank Papandrea is sharing one of his favorite Neapolitan treats—struffoli. Here’s his recipe for the sweet dough also known as honey balls. Frank’s Honey Balls INGREDIENTS 3 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 large eggs 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon
On Feb. 24, Broward-based HANDY (Helping Abused Neglected Disadvantaged Youth) hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of its new facility in Fort Lauderdale. The 16,606-square-foot space, featuring classrooms with state-of-the-art technology experiences (think robotics, virtual reality and 3D printing), was the latest benchmark for an award-winning nonprofit that has served the needs
RWSB, Miami Beach Individual Easter dinners for pickup or delivery Price: $45/person Menu: Crab salad, roasted lamb shoulder, scalloped potatoes, honey glazed baby carrots, a pastiera Napolentana, and a whole pig. To order, call (305) 938-3112. La Fresca Francesca, Hialeah Easter Quiche Family Brunch for pickup Price: $65 (serves 5) Menu: A whole pie
Award-winning art director Alex Hernandez has created a couple of frozen treats for readers. Check out his Limber de Crema and Limber de Nutella recipes. Alex’s Limber de Nutella pictured above Ingredients 2 cups milk 4 teaspoons of sugar 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon 4 teaspoons of Nutella
For nearly 30 years, Miami-based Elan has been a go-to contemporary brand for active women who understand that comfort, style and value aren’t mutually exclusive. Along the way, the clothing manufacturer has established ties to major retailers across the United States, including Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s. But amid the coronavirus crisis, Elan has turned its attention
Hosting world-renowned orchestras, popular singers, beloved Broadway musicals and acclaimed theatrical works, Miami’s Adrienne Arsht Center is known as a hub of arts activity. And social distancing hasn’t stopped that buzz of activity. It’s just moved it online with Arsht@Home. Introduced early this month, the online experiences allow South Florida’s art lovers of all ages
Award-winning Broken Sound Club in Boca Raton is going above and beyond to ensure that anyone who observes Passover can observe the holiday—and still maintain social distancing. While members can enjoy made-to-order traditional holiday dishes for curbside pickup, Broken Sound also is presenting a pre-recorded Seder service produced and officiated for the club by Cantor
Actors’ Playhouse, which has served as a beacon to South Florida’s cultural life for the past 30 years, is calling on all creative minds to participate in its “Stories That Connect Us All” creative writing series. While millions of Americans are being asked to stay home to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Coral
