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Dine Out Lauderdale Restaurant Months August 1st – September 30th, 2026 Make a splash and discover a new favorite restaurant during the annual Dine Out Lauderdale. For two delicious months, participating restaurants across Greater Fort Lauderdale serve up specially curated prix fixe menus and deals worth diving into. Dock and dine along the region’s scenic waterways at one of its many waterfront restaurants. Savor fresh seafood with an ocean view, discover hidden neighborhood gems
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or settle in for truly unique culinary experiences at one of the destination’s Michelin-acclaimed restaurants. With participating restaurants spanning the destination’s 31 municipalities from Hollywood and Pompano Beach to Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Dania Beach, and more, Dine Out Lauderdale makes it easier for locals and visitors alike to explore more of Greater Fort Lauderdale’s culinary scene.
MAASS • Nubé Rooftop • Lola’s on the Water • Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse • Aruba Beach Cafe • Oceanic • Union Kitchen & Bar • Beach Terrace Restaurant • Diplomat Prime • Del Mar Fort Lauderdale Browse the full list at VisitLauderdale.com/DineOut
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A Guide to Elevated Wellness in Greater Fort Lauderdale Where to Relax & Unwind The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale Stay in luxury, right on Fort Lauderdale Beach. Unwind with the Signature Ebb & Flow Massage, a water-inspired treatment blending Swedish and Thai massage techniques with Himalayan singing bowls.
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Fort Lauderdale Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, an experience at this serene day spa offers the ultimate retreat with signature treatments centered around ceremonial healing and natural ingredients.
Conrad Spa Fort Lauderdale Beach Right on the beach near Sunrise Boulevard and Las Olas Boulevard, enjoy a customized and elevated recharge with an in-suite massage or one of the Conrad Spa’s restorative massage and facial experiences recognized by Forbes Travel Guide.
The Diplomat Spa + Salon The resort’s award-winning wellness sanctuary sits along the ocean in Hollywood Beach. Unwind with the Diplomat Signature Body Wrap: a 50-minute treatment focused on hydration and relaxation.
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A NEW CHAPTER OF WATERFRONT LIVING Home to an exclusive beach club, private marina, and 70,000 square feet of resort-inspired amenities, Icon Beach is more than a collection of luxury residences—it is unprecedented access to the definitive coastal lifestyle. To learn more about this unique opportunity, visit IconBeachResidences.com or call 954.603.0812.
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ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, MAKE REFERENCE TO THIS BROCHURE AND TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. 3724 South Ocean Drive Condominium, a condominium within a portion of a building or within a multiple parcel building (“the Condominium”), is developed by Diplomat Landings Phase 1 Owner, LLC (“the Developer”). These renderings and depictions are conceptual only and are for convenient reference, and include artists’ renderings. They should not be relied upon as representations, express or implied, of the final details of the residences or the Condominium. The Developer expressly reserves the right to make modifications, revisions, and changes it deems desirable in its sole and absolute discretion. All residence features and building amenities are subject to change, including, without limitation, changes in manufacturers, brands, amenities, services, and/or the design team. The Condominium views will vary depending on the unit purchased. No view is guaranteed. This offering is made only by the Developer’s Prospectus for the Condominium. Consult the Developer’s Prospectus for the proposed budget, terms, conditions, specifications, fees, and unit dimensions. Sketches, renderings, or photographs depicting use of space, design, furnishings, lifestyle, amenities, food services, club services, rental services, hosting services, finishes, materials, fixtures, appliances, cabinetry, soffi ts, lighting, countertops, floor plans, or art are proposed only, and the Developer reserves the right to modify or withdraw the same in its sole discretion. No specific view is guaranteed. No specific use of space is guaranteed. Unit owners will be members of the Condominium Association and a Master Association requiring assessment payments to each. Beach Club use requires payment not included in association assessments. Pursuant to license agreements, the Developer has a right to use the trade names, marks, and logos of: (1) Related Group and (2) BH Group, each of which is a licensor. This is not intended to be an offer to sell, or solicitation of an offer to buy, condominium units to residents of any jurisdiction where prohibited by law. 2026 © Diplomat Landings Phase 1 Owner, LLC, with all rights reserved. LMGFL.COM SEPTEMBER 2026
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inquire 754 260 3579 1180 Hillsboro Mile, Hillsboro Beach, FL 33062 Info@ResidencesHillsboroBeach.com ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, MAKE REFERENCE TO THIS BROCHURE AND THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. New York Residents: THE COMPLETE OFFERING TERMS ARE FOUND IN A CPS-12 APPLICATION AVAILABLE FROM THE OFFEROR. FILE NO CP23-0067. 8 THE SEPTEMBER 2026DEPARTMENT | LMGFL.COM WARNING: CALIFORNIA OF REAL ESTATE HAS NOT INSPECTED, EXAMINED, OR QUALIFIED THIS OFFERING.
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“THE MARKET ISN’T SLOW. IT’S SELECTIVE.” One question I’ve been hearing a lot lately is: “Why did that house get five offers, while mine hasn’t?” The answer isn’t just price. Today’s market is incredibly selective. Homes that are move-in ready, well maintained, and thoughtfully updated continue to sell quickly. Buyers feel confident making strong offers when they know they won’t be facing major projects after closing. Homes that need renovations, even when they’re priced appropriately, are seeing a different response. Sometimes, that doesn’t mean they’re overpriced. It doesn’t mean there’s anything “wrong” with them. It simply means the buyer pool is smaller. Higher interest rates, renovation costs, and economic uncertainty have made many buyers more cautious than they were just a few years ago. They’re looking for certainty, and many are willing to pay a premium for it. That’s why strategy matters. Sometimes the best move is pricing aggressively to create competition. Sometimes it’s investing in improvements before listing. Other times, it’s recognizing that the right buyer may take longer to find. No two homes deserve the same approach. One thing I can promise every client is that I’m never simply putting a home on the market and hoping for the best. Every recommendation, from pricing to preparation to marketing, is tailored to that specific property and today’s market conditions.
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THE FRONT EDITOR’S LETTER 20 LIFE & STYLE 23
Renewed Rolexes, a literary retreat, lush lips, and rainforest rituals
FLAVOR FILES 33
A spotlight on the best new restaurantsand a preview of good taste to come
THE MIDDLE COVER STORY 40
Marc Falsetto Bets on a New Era of Luxury on Las Olas
NAIA REFLECTS A NEW FORT LAUDERDALE 44
Tim Petrillo believes the city is hitting new highs
CARRYING THE TORCH 46
Alex Kuk reflects on 60 years of food and family
A TRANSFORMATIONAL BREAKFAST 50
Ray Chehata and Gary Press talk about Lifestyle Media Group’s ownership transition
THE BACK A TOOLBOX FOR BUSINESS 65
Janna Lhota wants local entrepreneurs to view the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce as a vital part of business strategy
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There’s something about a new season that brings a sense of anticipation — and in South Florida, there’s plenty to look forward to. This month’s Lifestyle offers a look ahead at what’s in store for the region, beginning with our guide to some of South Florida’s most exciting new and notable restaurants. We spotlight places that have recently opened their doors, along with several highly anticipated concepts coming soon. We also sit down with two of Fort Lauderdale’s leading restaurateurs. Marc Falsetto shares the story behind his bold new Caviar Club, while Tim Petrillo gives us a preview of Naia, his soon-toopen restaurant. And because looking ahead is even more meaningful when we remember the places that brought us here, we celebrate the remarkable 60th anniversary of Wan’s, a South Florida dining institution. This issue also marks an exciting new beginning closer to home. We speak with Lifestyle Media Group’s new owner, Ray Chehata, and chairman of the board Gary Press about the company’s next chapter, their shared vision, and what the future holds for our magazines. It’s a season of new ideas, new destinations, and new beginnings — and we’re excited to share it all with you. Cheers,
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Whether you’ve been planning your first luxury watch purchase or eyeing a new addition to your collection, buying certified pre-owned offers the ability to procure the exact watch you want when you want it. The key is to seek out a respected jeweler that offers watches certified by the manufacturer. Weston Jewelers has joined the prestigious Rolex Certified Pre-Owned program, allowing customers to purchase pre-owned Rolex watches that have been authenticated, serviced, and certified directly by the luxury watchmaker. The program is now available at the family-owned jeweler's Weston Town Center showroom. Introduced by Rolex in 2022, the Certified PreOwned program ensures each eligible timepiece undergoes rigorous inspection, testing, and servicing to meet the brand's exacting standards before being offered for sale. Every certified watch is sold with an official Rolex Certified Pre-Owned guarantee card, a distinctive certification seal, and a two-year international Rolex warranty. The addition reinforces Weston Jewelers' reputation as a destination for Swiss luxury watches while offering collectors another trusted avenue for purchasing authenticated Rolex timepieces. Shop at 1728 Main Street, Weston and at Hard Rock Hollywood, westonjewelers.com.
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This two-in-one liner and balm is all your lips need If your makeup bag could use a multitasker, IT Cosmetics' Do It All Lip Transformer delivers two essentials in one sleek package. The innovative two-in-one duo combines a precision lip liner with a coordinating hydrating balm, making it easy to create a polished smile with one product. The long-wearing liner is designed to define lips without feathering or bleeding. The serum-infused balm provides all-day hydration with a blend
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As International Literacy Day approaches on Sept. 8, The Betsy Hotel in Miami Beach is highlighting its reputation as one of the country's premier literary destinations, where books and storytelling are woven into the guest experience. The Betsy has long been a gathering place for writers and artists. Its renowned Writer's Room has hosted more than 1,200 authors and creatives, while year-round poetry readings, literary salons, and art installations celebrate the written word. The hotel recently expanded its programming with a monthly Books & Books author series featuring nationally acclaimed writers, and an in-house collection of more than 10,000 books. Since cocktails and a good book go so well together, grab a proper drink at the Betsy's Piano Bar and channel your inner Hemingway while listening to live jazz most evenings. For menus and event calendar visit thebetsyhotel.com.
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If babka is your bag, you need to try The Bakey. The bakery and café, known for its chocolate babka, opened last month in Hallandale Beach, taking over the former Kosher Bagel Cove space, with people forming lines to snag a babka fresh from the oven. The Bakey comes from acclaimed Israeli baker Uri Scheft, founder of Lehamim Bakery in Tel Aviv and cofounder of New York's Breads Bakery before launching The Bakey in Boston in 2021. The kosher Hallandale Beach café serves Scheft's signature chocolate and almond babkas alongside croissants, rugelach, burekas, challah, sourdough breads and New York-style bagels – all made on premises with an “oven is always on” philosophy. The menu also includes all-day breakfast, sandwiches, salads, and coffee. The Bakey is proving so popular that Scheft is already planning additional locations, so your next babka may be in your own backyard. The Bakey. 668 W. Hallandale Beach Boulevard, Hallandale Beach; bakeybabka.com. Now open and coming soon to Aventura and Fort Lauderdale.
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Fort Lauderdale is about to get a taste of one of Coconut Grove's buzziest little bakeries. Ophelia will open in Huizenga Park this fall, serving scratch-made pastries, specialty coffee, and grab-and-go breakfast and lunch along the New River. Husband-and-wife chefs Ana De Sa Martins and Juan Vieira launched Ophelia from a vintageinspired mobile café in Coconut Grove in 2025 after working in kitchens including Stubborn Seed and The Surf Club. The pair makes nearly everything in-house, right down to the English muffin used for Ophelia's bacon, egg and cheese sandwich and the syrups and cold foams for its coffee drinks. Other favorites include coffee-glazed cinnamon rolls and guava kouign-amann. Ophelia. 32 E. Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale; @ophelia,miami. Opening fall 2026.
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Chefs From Two MichelinStarred Restaurants Combine Their Talents APM Restaurant Group is expanding its presence in West Palm Beach with Niwa, a Japanese restaurant and tea garden opening in West Palm Beach’s Flamingo Park neighborhood, directly across the street from Emelina, APM’s Michelin-starred Cuban restaurant. Niwa, which means “garden” in Japanese, will mark the first collaboration between two chefs from Michelin-starred restaurants: Master sushi chef Masayuki Komatsu of Ogawa and Emelina executive chef Osmel Gonzalez. Emelina became the first Cuban restaurant to receive a Michelin star when Florida’s Michelin selections were announced earlier this year. These two seasoned professionals will combine their culinary talents to create dishes that marry Latin flavors with Japanese techniques. Highlights of the restaurant include fish imported from Tokyo’s Toyosu fish market and a tea program developed in partnership with Miami-based JoJo Tea. The menu will include nigiri, hand rolls, raw preparations, donburi, and hot dishes. Niwa. 523 Park Place, West Palm Beach; aplrestauratgroup.com. Opening October 2026.
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Modern Lebanese Dining That Feels Like Family
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Fort Lauderdale is getting a new tropical escape, complete with tiki cocktails and a rooftop lounge. Hula Kai Tiki Bar is preparing to open at 1075 SE 17th St., bringing a two-story, 5,000-square-foot restaurant and bar to the 17th Street Causeway. Hula Kai will blend vintage tiki-bar style with a contemporary tropical feel. The pan-Asian menu is expected to include crab rangoon, poke bowls, and bang bang shrimp alongside colorful island-inspired cocktails. Upstairs, the Ohana Rooftop Lounge will offer another reason to linger, with cocktails and panoramic views. Hula Kai. 1075 SE 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale; hulakaitikibar.com. Opening soon.
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There’s about to be another reason to linger along Fort Lauderdale’s New River. Sweetwaters is slated to open this fall inside the newly reimagined Huizenga Park, bringing waterfront dining, cocktails and plenty of outdoor space to downtown Fort Lauderdale. The restaurant comes from the family-owned hospitality group behind Miami's longtime waterfront favorite, Rusty Pelican. Expect a chef-driven menu inspired by South Florida's coastal flavors, along with cocktails made for sipping while watching the boats go by. Sweetwaters will make the most of its location with riverfront terraces, open-air patios and downtown skyline views.The restaurant is also an easy stroll from Riverwalk and the Brightline station, making it a convenient stop whether you're heading downtown for dinner, happy hour or just a waterside cocktail. Sweetwaters. 58 E. Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale; sweetwatersrestaurant.com. Opening fall 2026.
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Amal is heading north with a new Fort Lauderdale restaurant planned for Las Olas Boulevard. The modern Lebanese concept from Toronto and Miami-based Ink Entertainment Group is expected to open this fall at 500 E. Las Olas Boulevard, bringing its combination of Lebanese hospitality and contemporary cooking to downtown Fort Lauderdale. Amal's original South Florida location opened in Coconut Grove in 2022. Its menu centers on dishes meant for sharing, including mezze, herbforward plates, grilled meats and seafood. The restaurant's name means “hope,” a nod to the Lebanese roots of Ink Entertainment founder and CEO Charles Khabouth. Amal emphasizes the Lebanese tradition of treating guests like family, pairing its food with a lively, design-driven setting. Amal. 500 E. Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale; amalmiami.com. Opening fall 2026. LMGFL.COM SEPTEMBER 2026 39
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he Restaurant People (TRP) has been creating restaurants and nightlife concepts in South Florida for nearly three decades, but CEO and co-founder Tim Petrillo sees something different happening in the company's home city of Fort Lauderdale. This fall, the hospitality group will open Naia at 904 E. Las Olas Boulevard, a restaurant that Petrillo believes reflects both the changing tastes of local diners and the larger evolution taking place along Las Olas and throughout downtown Fort Lauderdale. For Petrillo, the restaurant is arriving at an important moment. “We went from a bedroom community to a thriving city,” he says, pointing to the thousands of residential units that have been added or planned downtown, along with the convention
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center expansion, and projects such as the planned St. Regis at Bahia Mar. Perhaps more important is who is living there. “It is amazing to see how youthful our city has become,” Petrillo says. “Now you’re seeing a lot of people coming back. There are things for them to do and get excited about.” Naia is The Restaurant People’s response to that changing Fort Lauderdale. The company purchased the Las Olas real estate with the hope of eventually regaining control of the leasehold, Petrillo says, giving TRP the opportunity to build something new from the ground up. Slated to open in early October, Naia, whose name refers to the flow of water, will combine Mediterranean and Asian influences with an emphasis on lighter, wellness-minded food and shareable dishes. The newly constructed restaurant will have indoor and outdoor dining centered around a large bar
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serving cocktails and wines. The design is equally ambitious. South African designer Tristan du Plessis is overseeing the project in collaboration with The Restaurant People. This time, Petrillo traveled to South Africa to meet du Plessis' team and see what could be sourced there. The answer turned out to be quite a lot. Much of Naia's woodwork, furnishings, and artwork have been shipped to Fort Lauderdale from there. Getting everything here presented its own challenges. At one point, the restaurant was waiting for containers of materials to make their way across the globe. Those
shipments have now arrived. “It’s here. It’s on site,” Petrillo says. “We can breathe.” The culinary side will also bring new talent to Las Olas. Petrillo says the team includes a sushi chef from a Michelinstarred establishment, with another chef announcement still to come. But despite the international design and culinary influences, Petrillo doesn't want Naia to feel as though a restaurant from Miami, New York, or another major dining city has simply been dropped onto Las Olas. The Restaurant People, which was founded in 1997 and has developed,
managed or operated more than 85 hospitality concepts, has learned that the basis of success is to understand the local customer and make a restaurant sophisticated without being intimidating. “We know we need to make it approachable,” he says. On Las Olas, that can mean serving guests in shorts and sandals alongside diners dressed for a night out. Petrillo sees that lack of rigidity as one of Broward's strengths. “The lifestyle in Broward is a bit more approachable,” he says. He also believes Fort Lauderdale has an advantage in its relative convenience. Residents can move among downtown, the beach, Fort LauderdaleHollywood International Airport and Port Everglades without some of the logistical challenges that come with living in a larger city. “I love Miami, don’t get me wrong,” Petrillo says. But, he adds, “The convenience of living in our city is it's easier to get around. I think our bones are a lot more attractive.” Petrillo sees evidence of Fort Lauderdale's evolution beyond Las Olas as well. TRP is involved in FAT Village, where he says the level of interest reflects the transformation underway in Flagler Village. Young families are moving downtown, schools are following, and residential growth is creating something Fort Lauderdale didn't always have: a population that lives, works, and spends its leisure time in the urban core. “We’re really starting to see the fruits,” Petrillo says. For The Restaurant People, Naia is both a product of those changes and another sign that the transformation is far from finished. “I love Las Olas,” Petrillo says. “I’m super excited about what’s coming.” LMGFL.COM SEPTEMBER 2026 43
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company. “I just want to fill the gaps of what this amazing team has put together,” Chehata says. “I’m not here to change what works.” LMG's executive leadership team remains intact, and Chehata says his experiences with the staff before the acquisition helped convince him to buy the company. “There’s a wow factor,” he says. “I want to build on it.” Chehata sees the publications as mirrors to a rapidly evolving South Florida, with a goal to help residents, businesses, and visitors understand the people, companies, restaurants, nonprofits, and trends shaping this robust and energetic region. Press isn't disappearing, either. His initial commitment is to remain with LMG for 18 months as chairman of the board, providing strategic guidance while stepping away from daily operations. “Gary has agreed to stay on because he’s dedicated his career to promoting South Florida,” Chehata says. “His presence is vital.” Chehata, meanwhile, recognizes the responsibility that comes with taking over the company. “I realize that I have big shoes to fill,” he says. “The fact that he’s entrusted me and my family is a great honor to continue the legacy of these iconic publications.” And Press, 65, isn't retiring. “I’m still working,” he says. And if Chehata ultimately takes LMG further than he did, Press says that's precisely what he wants. “I will not feel bad at all if this company doubles in size,” he says. “I’ll feel amazing. It’s a sale with no regret.”
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As founder and CEO of Falsetto Hospitality, Marc Falsetto has a restaurant portfolio that includes Tacocraft, Pizza Craft, and Apothecary 330. In addition, Falsetto is also a partner in the iconic Runway 84. Now, the restaurateur is preparing to open Caviar Club on Las Olas Boulevard this fall. For Falsetto, the ambitious restaurant and nightlife concept represents more than another opening. It is a bet on the evolution of downtown Fort Lauderdale — and what he believes Las Olas can ultimately become. “I think Las Olas and Fort Lauderdale will keep evolving into an A city,” Falsetto said. “It’s not going to be Miami’s little brother.” Caviar Club is Falsetto’s vision of what comes next. Described as “old money energy with modern execution,” the restaurateur has drawn inspiration from the unabashed excess of the 1980s and the great dining rooms and hotel bars of New York, Paris, and London. Think polished wood, Art Deco lighting, cheetah prints, martinis, and tuxedoed service rather than Miami Vice kitsch. “This concept isn’t for everybody,” Falsetto said. “It’s for that luxury experience that our locals don’t have.” The 80-seat dining room will serve classic American dishes, including Dover sole filleted tableside, steak frites, lobster thermidor, and an extensive steak program featuring prime beef and Australian and American Wagyu. There will also be playful indulgences, including caviar-stuffed cannoli. A separate 40-seat space called the Bar Room will feature 16 bar seats
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and 24 lounge seats, with a menu of caviar service, mini wagyu hot dogs, and French dips alongside martinis, champagne, and cocktails. At 9 p.m., the lights will dim, a DJ will take over, and the room will transition into a sultry cocktail club. The details are deliberately old school. Caviar Club will have a maître d’, captains, valet service, a dress code, and custom uniforms. Falsetto wants guests to experience the kind of hospitality in which the maître d’ knows their name and a bartender remembers exactly how they take their martini. “Everyone has forgotten about hospitality,” he said. “Having that feeling of going somewhere special and feeling something — that’s what we’re focusing on.” The restaurant will be open to the public, but members receive priority access to tables. Its first 100 founding memberships sold out in three weeks, Falsetto said, and another limited allocation is planned. Beyond priority reservations, members will have concierge service, private events, wine dinners, and access to special wine and spirits allocations. Falsetto said Caviar Club is working with luxury brands to provide bespoke experiences ranging from yachts to trips to Napa and Europe, while developing reciprocal relationships with private clubs in Palm Beach, Miami, and the Hamptons. Falsetto has assembled a team he believes would previously have been difficult to attract to Broward County. Garrett Singer Architecture + Design, whose projects include Flyfish Club and Torrisi for Major Food Group in New York is designing the space. Jeremy Loya, whose
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background includes Soho House and Maple & Ash, will helm Caviar Club's kitchen, while the cocktail program is being developed with talent behind New York concepts The Eighty Six and The Corner Store. The team also includes two Level 3 sommeliers on site. Falsetto sees that investment as evidence of how much Fort Lauderdale has changed. He lives on Las Olas and says the idea grew partly from his own frustration with having to leave Broward for the kind of sophisticated night out he wanted. “Las Olas was a land of corporate restaurants,” he said. “Everyone was safe and happy serving burgers to tourists. There’s a renaissance of people who live here and want to dress up and go out for elevated dining.” Falsetto points to new luxury development and retailers — including plans for a Rolex boutique — as signs of a larger transformation. He believes the next piece of the puzzle is attracting more high-end retail to complement the residential, hotel, and restaurant investment already underway. “My vision is for this to be our own Rodeo Drive,” he said. “Las Olas hasn’t hit its stride yet. It has so much upside and so much potential.” That doesn't mean Falsetto believes everything on the boulevard should cater to luxury consumers. He is also planning Pizza Queen, an affordable New York-style slice shop inspired partly by his wife's nickname, for Las Olas. The restaurant, expected to open in January, will sell artisanal slices for about $4 to $6 alongside whole pies. The contrast is intentional: Falsetto sees a successful urban district as one that can accommodate everyone. For the 47-year-old restaurateur, however, Caviar Club is personal. He started working in his family's restaurants at 11 and says the new project distills what he has learned over a career spanning dozens of concepts and nearly three decades of openings. “This is everything in my whole career bringing me to this point,” Falsetto said. “It’s my dream project. I’ve been working on it for over 10 years.” Now he wants that project to help push Las Olas forward. “I want to be a big part of it,” he said. “I want to be known for pushing hospitality and pushing the boundaries.”
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an's Mandarin House celebrates its 60th anniversary this fall, a milestone that represents far more than longevity. In an industry where most restaurants never make it past a few years, the Fort Lauderdale institution has survived—and thrived—for six decades by staying true to the values established by its founders: serve honest food with a generous helping of hospitality. Originally opened in Miami in 1966 by Chinese immigrants Lee Pong Wan and his wife, Hide Wan, the restaurant moved to Broward County in 1977 before settling into its current home at 664 N. Federal Highway in 2005. Today, four generations of the Wan family have helped shape one of South Florida's most beloved Chinese restaurants. For Alex Kuk, who took over operations from his aunt in 2024, that history comes with an enormous sense of responsibility. "I don't think I truly understood what legacy meant until I stepped into this role," Kuk says. "I can't let my family's legacy down." Kuk points out the courage it took his great-grandfather to start a business in Miami in the 1960s despite speaking little English. "It has always been hard to open a restaurant," he says. "I can't imagine what it was like for my great-grandfather. He was bold enough to advertise in the newspaper, bring family members over from overseas, and build something from nothing. That takes grit." That grit became the foundation for an establishment that has outlasted countless dining trends. While menus have evolved over the years, Kuk says the heart of Wan's remains remarkably untouched. "We still serve Chinese food. Most of our recipes haven't changed. Hospitality hasn't changed," he says. "We've even gone back to white tablecloths because that's what my grandfather believed in." The chef/owner adds that Chinese food has always occupied a unique place in American culture. "It feeds a crowd. It travels well. Honestly, it tastes even better the next day," he says with a laugh. "It has everything— vegetables, rice, protein, sweet, sour, salty. Then you finish with the fortune cookie. It's part of people's memories." Those memories are what keep customers returning. "So many people tell me they grew up eating here," Kuk says. "Maybe their family couldn't afford to go out often, but when they did, they ordered spare ribs or fried rice. Those dishes bring them back to a time when their biggest worry was homework. Food has an incredible ability to bring those feelings back."
Although he grew up in the industry, Kuk never intended to spend his career in restaurants. He initially enrolled at Nova Southeastern University to study medicine before discovering biology and chemistry weren't for him. A family friend suggested he look into hospitality management at Florida International University. "I actually thought he meant hospital management," Kuk recalls, laughing. Instead, FIU introduced him to the culinary arts through chef Michael Moran's classes. "I learned there were different knives, different ingredients, different techniques. I fell in love with cooking, but even more than that, I fell in love with hospitality. I love taking care of people. I love making someone's day." That passion eventually led him full-circle back to the family business. Running a 60-year-old restaurant isn't without challenges. Labor shortages, rising food costs, and changing consumer needs require evolution. Kuk embraces innovation—but only when it serves a purpose. "The change has to be genuine," he says. "Every decision has to be good for the customer, good for the staff, good for the brand, and good for the business. You can't chase every opportunity just because it's there." Ultimately, he believes hospitality is what has carried Wan's through six decades. "I always think about a Maya Angelou quote: People will forget what you said and what you did, but they'll never forget how you made them feel" Kuk says. "That's what we do here. People come in, and they're greeted with hugs. They're treated like family." As Wan's celebrates 60 years, the restaurant is still very much a family affair. Although his relatives have officially retired, they’re still a part of the fabric that binds this restaurant together. "My aunt, uncle and mom now work four days a week instead of seven," he jokes. "This isn't just their job. It's their social life. It's their book club. They actually come home from vacation early because they want to be back at the restaurant." For Kuk, respecting Wan’s heritage while embracing its future is, literally, what he was born to do. "I wish my grandparents and great-grandparents could see what we've built," he says. "In our culture, we honor our ancestors. Every day I walk into this restaurant, I remember that I'm carrying their torch. That's the legacy I'm trying to protect."
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hen Janna P. Lhota took over as chair of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce for 2026, she chose “Connected for Impact” as her theme for the year. For Lhota, a partner in Holland & Knight's Fort Lauderdale office, that could mean helping an entrepreneur meet a potential customer, connecting a company with resources, or giving members a stronger voice on issues affecting the local business community. “You have to view the Chamber as a toolbox,” Lhota says. “What do you want to get out of it? Are you looking for new contacts for business? Are you looking for new relationships? Are you looking to the Chamber for resources?” With more than 1,000 members and more than 20 councils and programs, she says the answer can be different for every business. Small businesses make up the lion's share of Chamber membership, making practical resources particularly important. Its programs range from leads groups and networking events to councils addressing healthcare, hospitality, racial equity, and government affairs. Lhota points to the Chamber's healthcare programming as one example. Its Vital Signs initiative has tackled issues such as how employers can insure workers while controlling healthcare costs. Other Chamber efforts address affordable housing and help members understand how proposed legislation could affect their businesses. The organization also wants to reach the next generation. Its Rising Leaders program targets younger professionals entering the business community, while Leadership Fort Lauderdale offers participants a deeper look at the region and an opportunity to develop connections across industries. “Relationships are so important in business,” Lhota says. She believes younger professionals need a seat at the table as Fort Lauderdale itself changes. Lhota says she considered generational diversity when assembling her board and wants the Chamber to demonstrate why it remains relevant to someone in their 20s as well as to a business owner who has belonged for decades.
Her own Chamber involvement stretches back years. Lhota practices land use and zoning law at Holland & Knight, where she helps clients navigate development approvals, rezonings, variances, and other entitlements. She became increasingly involved with the Chamber through government affairs before eventually joining its board and working her way toward the chair position. Her year as chair also happens to coincide with a significant transition. Longtime Chamber President and CEO Dan Lindblade retired this past spring after nearly two decades leading the organization. Dr. Ty Richardson is serving as interim president and CEO while a search committee works to select the Chamber's next leader. “Bringing and onboarding a new president and CEO” is one of the year's challenges, Lhota says, but she also views the transition as an opportunity. “It’s an exciting time for the Chamber,” she says. A new leader, she adds, will bring “new ideas that will help the Chamber grow.” Lhota emphasizes that Chamber membership isn't limited to businesses headquartered in Fort Lauderdale. Its reach includes businesses and organizations throughout Broward County, with participation from communities including Oakland Park, Wilton Manors, and Deerfield Beach, as well as major regional institutions connected to the airport, Port Everglades, and tourism. But joining, she says, is only the first step. Some companies have maintained memberships for years without becoming particularly active. Lhota would like to change that by encouraging members to identify what they actually need and choose the programs that make sense rather than trying to attend everything. “You should be targeted,” she says. For Lhota, that is what “Connected for Impact” ultimately means: turning a Chamber membership from something a company simply pays for into something it actually uses. “Our goal is to always give our members value,” she says, “and to serve our mission and the business community.”
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