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gadgets 12........................................................................COOL KITCHEN

wine & spirits 14................................................................ SWEET BEGINNINGS 74................................................................ TREASURES OF ITALY

movers & shakers 18............................................. MICHELLE BERNSTEIN > Michy’s 18...................................................... DAVID BOULEY > Evolution 19........................................ PANO KARATASSOS > Chop Lobster 19..................................................... BURT RAPOPORT > Opus 5

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south beach to palm beach Publisher Katy Lynch Editor Katy Lynch Art Director Roch Nakajima ROCK Group Advertising and Marketing www.myrockgroup.com Wine & Spirits Editor Patrick Sullivan Contributing Writers Marguerite Gil Ginger Harris Melissa Cantor Tammy Humm Sarah Spicer Michael Minuto Contributing Photographers Douglas Voisin

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Letter From the Publisher As the publisher of Dine Magazine, I truly do get to experience what the South Florida restaurant scene is all about. From trying caviar and lobster at the opening of Chops Lobster Bar to getting to know chef Edgar Leal as he prepared dinner at Johnson & Wales University to tasting the spirits that are featured in this issue, the best is brought before me and I want to share that with my readers. That is what Dine Magazine is all about, sharing new finds and trends, and compiling culinarybased articles for many to enjoy, while also including an outstanding dining guide for you to carry with you.

The launch of the first issue of Dine Magazine created a “buzz” around South Florida and things have been stirring ever since. We were so happy to hear all of the positive remarks from our readers and restaurants alike. Hearing that Dine is the new “hotness” in South Florida is an inspiring thing and we are so glad that you want to be a part of that.

With this issue, we will be launching our very own Dine-Wine Club with the help of our Wine & Spirits Editor Patrick Sullivan. This club will meet at various restaurants and locations in Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties and the events will consist of everything from cocktail hours to wine and food pairing dinners. We have events lined up at Café Boulud, Cacao, the Addison and East City Grill, with many more in the works. Visit our website at www.floridadine.com and sign up for our events list to be notified of any upcoming events.

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KITCHEN

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Is your parsley pathetic? Your basil limp? Your green thumb turning a pale shade of brown? Aerogrow has devised the cure to your horticultural ailments. The AeroGrow kit is a fully automated counter-top hydroponic garden. The kit is fully self sufficient and only requires you to plug it in, and add water when indicated to do so. A wide variety of seed kits are available, from strawberries and cherry tomatoes to french herbs and petunias. Expect quick and consistent results, as well as the pride to serve friends and family the fruits of your labor! (www.aerogrow.com)

KAMADO BARBECUE GRILL Summer is here and the smell of barbecue is in the air. This year, think about replacing your old tattered grill with a luxurious Kamado barbecue. These beautifully hand-crafted ceramic grills come in 5 sizes, from 13” to 25” diameter and can accommodate charcoal, gas or electric. These rocket shaped grills easily convert from grill to oven to smoker. What makes these grills truly unique are their finish.

Choose from a textured raw finish, exquisite mosaic or designer tiles to match your outdoor decor.

This is one grill you will not be ashamed of featuring in your outdoor landscape. (www.kamado.com or 1-877-257-6871)

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TurboChef 30” oven Consumers might not be familiar with the name Turbochef, but the company’s ovens have been a mainstay in commercial kitchen for years. Their first offering for the residential kitchen is the Turbochef 30” Double Wall Oven. Don’ be fooled by the Turbochef’s analog clock and retro design, this is a serious kitchen appliance. The top cavity utilizes the company’s patented Airspeed technology which cooks food up to 16 times faster than conventional ovens ­— this means a 12lb Turkey in 42 minutes or a Chicago deep dish pizza in 6.5 mins! A simple to use digital interface lets you access all the controls as well as save recipes and recall the last 10 cook times using the CookWheel. You can choose from 7 speedcook modes including air crisp and dehydrate.

For your more conventional cooking needs, the lower cavity is a standard high performance convection oven with features like proofing setting for doughs and Sabbath mode. (www.turbochef.com)

ELICA RANGE HOODS When it comes to kitchen air filtration hoods, Elica Hi-Life is the only name that conjures pure luxury. Leave it to the Italians to design a state-of-the-art over the range air filtration system and put it into a package worth hanging in the middle of your living room.

Their 2007 collection (yes... Just like fashion) includes the Star.

Think “the Times Square New Year’s Ball” hanging over your cooktop. The hood is shaped like an orb and is covered in floating glass prisms. The entire system is efficient and easy to maintain. A grease filter pops out and is machine washable. A carbon odor filter rinses under the faucet. To control the whole system, Elica equips all of its hoods with a sleek remote control and a touch sensitive knob. (www.elica.com)

WHIRLPOOL CENTRALPARK Connection Think of your refrigerator as the media center of your kitchen.

According to Whirpool, this is where the evolution of the kitchen is going. Enters CentralPark — an interchangeable interface integrated into the entire line of Whirlpool refrigerators that will allow you to plug in an MP3 player, a satellite radio, a digital photo album or a CD/ DVD player. Not only will your entertainment be at your fingertips, but you will also be able to charge and play a variety of devices you already own. Look for this option to become standard on all Whirlpool line refrigerators by the end of the year. (www.whirlpool.com)

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dine wine & spirits

By Patrick Sullivan

SWEET

BEGINNINGS A frequent and important precursor to dining is a cocktail. Classic, of course, is the dry Martini, but the explosion in the styles and number of brands of liquors and liqueurs, and the constant increase in premium brands has fueled an explosion too, in the type of cocktails and even the number of alcoholic beverages consumed straight…neat or on-the-rocks. A sampling of just a few of the “new sips on the block” showed us that we don’t yet have too much of a good thing.

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A frequent and important precursor to dining is a cocktail. Classic, of course, is the dry Martini, but the explosion in the styles and number of brands of liquors and liqueurs, and the constant increase in premium brands has fueled an explosion too, in the type of cocktails and even the number of alcoholic beverages consumed straight…neat or on-the-rocks.

A sampling of just a few of the “new sips on the block” showed us that we don’t yet have too much of a good thing.

Let’s begin and end with vodka, most popular club liquor and, at least in the U S A, the preferred liquor for the Martini.

Of course, vodka is not just for Martinis; a neutral spirit, it is, perhaps, the most mixable of alcoholic beverages, accenting the flavors of cocktails instead of competing with them. The proliferation of flavored vodkas, however, from only one in 1986, to hundreds today, has dressed the beverage in new clothes, so that it may assert its own personality in the drink.

No new line of liquors better illustrates, not only flavored vodkas, but also, flavored rums and tequilas, than 267 Infusions. This brand uses premium alcohols brought in from various locations around the world,

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and uses a secret method to infuse them with fresh fruit and other flavors. In fact, the flavor infusion is such a critical part of the beverage that, 1) the natural flavoring agent used is actually suspended “fresh” in the bottle, and 2) the degree of flavor component in the liquor is so pronounced that the alcohol level of this line is 21% by volume, about half the normal level.

What it produces is an alcohol that needs little, if any, mixer to yield a “mixed” drink.

For instance, Vodka Infusion Cranberry, fresh cranberries filling the top third of the bottle, smells like fresh cranberries, and with very little cranberry juice…or none…makes a terrific Cosmo. Want a regular Martini? Pour yourself a glass of Vodka Olives & Pearl Onions Infusion…a semi-classic with about half the alcohol.

Rum more to your liking? Rum Mango or Rum Pineapple Infusion will jumpstart your tropical cocktail with its own rush of tropical fruit. And if you like a spicy Mexican-style Bloody Mary, start it with Tequila Chili Pepper Infusion, hot enough to elicit a, “¡Caramba!” from us!

There is also a Vodka Lemon Infusion, Vodka Orange Infusion, and Tequila Orange Infusion (which made a dynamite

MALIBU CARIBBEAN RUM • TROPICAL BANANA FLAVOR

Margarita, with a little lime juice and salt.

All in all, an interesting, versatile and delicious concept, and something a bit different in a market filled with followers.

And, to answer the obvious question, no, there are not 267 infusions; that is the home address of the owners. Beautiful graceful bottles, tasty flavors, clever name.

Speaking of flavors, the huge adult beverage conglomerate Pernod Ricard USA has three new succulent entries, Malibu Tropical Banana, Kahlúa Hazelnut, and Kahlúa French Vanilla.

Malibu already makes the best-selling coconut-flavored rum, and this one, if you could chew it, you could mistake for a banana soaked in very good Barbados rum. Pleasant to sip, but in tropical cocktails, it rocks! Try a banana Cosmo substituting Malibu Tropical Banana for vodka, or a Bananarita, with half and half Tequila and Malibu, along with the rest of your recipe. My favorite, though, was a Piña Colada, using Malibu Tropical Banana in lieu of regular rum. Talk about tropical!

The Kahlúas…Is there a better way to have coffee? Or a better use for half and

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half? No and no. If you agree with that, then, you will love these new flavored versions. The French Vanilla smells and tastes of the finest pure vanilla extract married to the finest espresso coffee. The Kahlúa Hazelnut is the closest you can get to hazelnuts soaked in coffee without actually soaking hazelnuts in coffee. These are a great accompaniment to or substitute for dessert, and they add a complex flavor dimension to mixed drinks. Switch either for the regular coffee-flavored liquor in a Buttery Nipple, Kickstand, Kinky Orgasm, or Black Russian, and see for yourself.

Coffee never tasted better.

But, let’s not forget “unflavored” liquor.

The best have the complexity, nuance, and individuality of fine wine, and one of the best I have tried lately is Tequila Tezón. The first thing you notice is the

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bottle, looking like a recovered Aztec artifact, with metallic silver bars covered in hieroglyphics bonded to two sides, and a cork cradled by a piece of hand-hewn charred wood. Even the tag fits the feeling, made of black leather, and tethered to the bottleneck with a leather thong.

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This limited-availability 100% blue agave Reposado is as good as it gets. This is tequila of such elegance that it can be sipped from room temperature to ice cold, tasting clean and strong, but gentle.

It’s the feeling you get when you know you are being seduced, but it is so skillfully done, you don’t care. And this is the exemplification of skill in a bottle…its every element bespeaks handcrafting and quality, from the individually chosen 8 to 12 year old agave plants, to the bottle design, to the taste.

Cocktail. Stoli elit is the hottest new überexpensive vodka in the market, selling in liquor stores for upwards of $70. One skeptical sip, and we said, eyebrow raised, “It just may be worth it!” The company celebrated its hundredth anniversary in 2001, having begun in Moscow State Wine Warehouse No. 1. The basic Stoli was considered the first premium vodka imported into the U.S.; then, the brand had the distinction, in 1986, of being the first flavored vodka in the market; now, they score again with the most expensive.

Yes, it’s a sipping tequila, but since my favorite mixed drink is the Margarita, I tried several versions, loving every one.

The purity of the liquor lets the limejuice hold your attention while it plays like an orchestra around it, subtly but obviously supporting the mixture. Try one part

This is an alcohol of such glasssmoothness that you cannot taste the alcohol. The delicacy, freshness, and cleanness of flavor is the liquid equivalent of a cloudless spring day. Stoli elit wears its soft, silky taste like an air-light cloak of invisibility, showing only clarity to the eye

KAHLÚA COFFEE LIQUEUR • FRENCH VANILLA

Tezón, one part limejuice, one-half part simple syrup, and one section of tangerine per serving, and you will thank the Aztec gods for this one. ¡Salud!

Ending where we started, with a Martini, the new ultra-premium entry in the market proves why the Martini is the Classic

KAHLÚA COFFEE LIQUEUR • HAZELNUT

and the palate. Ice-cold, an unsurpassed sipping vodka; recklessly, an unsurpassed blending vodka for cocktails; traditionally, with a breath of Vermouth, a vigorous shake over ice and strained into a Martini glass with your favorite garnish, you have a perfect Martini. ‰

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A South Florida Tradition…

The Las Olas Wine & Food Festival

By Marguerite Gil

Let’s see, you get to taste a variety of specialties, prepared by some of the best chefs anywhere.

You also get to spend a glorious time clinking glasses, filled with superb wines and spirits and this special occasion is organized to benefit a very worthy cause. What’s not to love?

Now in its 12th year, the annual Las Olas Wine & Food Festival in Broward County is one of the social highlights of the season. Over a decade ago the first Festival took place in November, to commemorate the arrival of the Beaujolais Nouveau wine cases flown in directly from France.

After a few years it was moved to March and last year, organizers decided to celebrate the Festival in May, when it’s still cool and breezy outdoors.

The American Lung Association of Florida serves three counties including MiamiDade, Broward, and Monroe. Its mission is to prevent lung disease and promote lung health in South Florida through patient services, programs, public education and research.

Festival organizers stated “This year we capped it at 1,500 guests. Last year it was 1,200 guests but since we’ve have an overwhelming amount of restaurants who want to be involved with the festivities, we decided that it would be beneficial to increase our guest list for this great cause. We’re not like other food festivals that want to ‘cram’ in as many people as possible. We don’t want our visitors to be on long lines waiting for the tastings, that’s not what we’re about. We want people to be served rapidly, get to taste all of the world-class cuisine and be pampered by local eateries and our sponsors.”

Presented by Premier Beverage Co., one of the largest distributors of fine wines and spirits in Florida, the affair transformed part of the city’s most charming and fashionably thoroughfare into four blocks of exceptional wines, excellent restaurants (50 plus at last count) and encourages guests to get involved, meet, mingle and enjoy live entertainment.

Premier Beverage Co. presented select vintages from some of the most preeminent wineries anywhere. Proceeds from the event benefited the

American Lung Association of the FloridaSouth Area.

In 2007 the VIP reception was moved to the street. Over the years, many changes have taken place to improve the function. Paula Ettline, Director of Development at the American Lung Association of Florida Inc. said “Although it (the event) has grown tremendously, we try to control the numbers so that everyone has a pleasant experience. Great food, fine wines and musical entertainment all contribute to a spectacular evening under the stars along Las Olas Boulevard, one of the most picturesque venues in town.”

South East 8th Street was transformed into an ultra chic lounge. Honorary Chairman Marc Buoniconti, Development Advisor for the International Bronchitis Center and Ambassador for the Miami Project to Cure Paralysis greeted each and every guest at the exclusive reception.* After experiencing the Bacchus specialties and fine dining cuisine provided by The Capital Grille, guests received a luxury gift bag and admission to the ongoing street festival.

Chef Dean Max of 3030 Ocean, who has been involved with the Festival for the last four years said, “I love this experience. Last year several chefs including myself gave demonstration cooking classes right on Las Olas Boulevard. This year there will be musical entertainment so we’ll be manning our booth. While the music’s is playing, I’ll be serving Hawaiian Wahoo delights and plenty of ceviche made with, fresh fish, seaweed, chili and other goodies. We want to support the entire endeavor and keep exciting things happening at Las Olas.”

What can I possibly add except… Bon Appetit and Cheers for a great cause! ‰

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As a young ballerina, Michelle Bernstein considered food the enemy. The enemy won. After a nutrition course fed her fascination with the “science of food,” Bernstein’s mother encouraged cooking classes at Johnson & Wales University’s Miami campus, where Bernstein received a Doctorate in Culinary Arts, and ballet became a distant memory.

As a Miami native Bernstein’s passion for food is rooted in her Jewish-Latino background. “Food I love to create is simple, satisfying and healthy,” says Bernstein. “Pure flavors melded with traditional accents.”

MICHELLE BERNSTEIN Profession: Restaurants:

Chef Michy’s, Miami Social, Miami Beach & LA

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avid Bouley, age 53, was born and raised near Storrs, Connecticut.

From early on he was strongly influenced by life on his grandparent’s farm, drawing upon their French heritage and instilling a love of the land, an appreciation for fresh products and care in their preparation.

David worked in restaurants from an early age in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Cape Cod, and, eventually, France and Switzerland.

While in Europe, after studies at the Sorbonne, David had the opportunity to work with some of Europe’s most acclaimed chefs including Roger Vergé, Paul Bocuse, Joel Robuchon, Gaston Lenôtre, and Frédy Girardet. David then returned to work in New York City and wore the toque at leading restaurants of the time including Le Cirque, Le Périgord, and La Côte Basque.

From there, David became chef of Montrachet restaurant when it opened in TriBeCa in 1985. The restaurant quickly drew attention and earned a three-star review in The New York Times.

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Bernstein’s Miami restaurant, Michy’s, is an intimate restaurant that uses fresh ingredients and features her husband David Martinez’s wine list.

Bernstein joined Delta Airlines, creating menus for their global Business Elite Class, and partnered with Jeffrey Chodorow, opening South Beach’s Social Sagamore and Los Angeles’ Social Hollywood.

Bernstein was trained by Chef Jean Louis Palladin in Washington D.C., attended Alison on Dominick and New York’s Le Bernardin and has worked with Red Fish Grill, Strand, Tantra and Azul at Miami’s Mandarin Oriental Hotel.

Bernstein co-hosted The Food Network’s “Melting Pot” and became a winner on “Iron Chef America”. Bernstein has appeared on “The Today Show”, featured in The New York Times and praised

by Elle, Redbook. In 2004 Bernstein was nominated by The James Beard Foundation, the nation’s premier honor for chefs, for “Best Chefs in America: Southeast Region” category. She has just been nominated again in 2007. Michy’s, has been named among the “Top 50 Restaurants in the Country” and “Best New Restaurant 2006” in major dining and culinary publications throughout the country. Chef Bernstein received the Glass Ceiling Award from the Jewish Federation, and her first cookbook hits shelves in 2007 with Houghton Mifflin. ‰

In 1987 David opened his own restaurant in TriBeCa. Bouley quickly became known as the most notable dining experience in New York earning four-star review in The New York Times.

In 1997, Bouley Bakery opened and immediately became enormously popular, prompting an expansion in 1999 and earning a four-star review in The New York Times. In September 1999, David opened Danube, a Viennese-inspired restaurant, located on Hudson Street and then earned a three-star review in The New York Times.

2006 sees the opening of the much heralded David Bouley Evolution in Miami’s tony South Beach. . The stage for the Chef’s innovative cuisine – contemporary French with global accents -- has been set by renowned Parisian designer, Jacques Garcia. Stylish, lavish, but not pretentious, the environment perfectly complements the superb culinary talents of Chef Bouley and his team. ‰

David Bouley Profession: Restaurants:

Chef TriBeCa, New York Danube, New York Evolution, Miami

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Pano Karatassos Profession: Restaurants:

Restaurateur Founder & CEO of Buckhead Life Restaurant Group including Chops Lobster Bar (recently openedin Boca Raton)

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hat does it take to run an awardwinning restaurant in South Florida? What about taking control of 3 in a matter of months? Just ask Burt Rapoport of Rapoport’s Restaurant Group, Inc.. Like many successful restaurateurs, Burt was born into the business with his family owning a kosher dairy restaurant in Manhattan called Rapoport’s. At an early age, Burt became involved in the family business. Burt learned the industry from the bottom up and in doing so, it has helped him relate to every individual that he works with. He is a hands-on person who interacts daily with his customers and staff, hence refusing to even have an office.

Although Rapoport has opened up numerous restaurants, he currently focuses his business on the Boca Raton and Delray Beach markets. Although Henry’s has been open in Delray since 2000, Burt added Opus 5, Bogart’s and Gotham to his plate all in 2006. While Burt was working hard on Henry’s, he spent two years planning for the opening of Opus 5. During this time, he was approached by Muvico, and couldn’t pass up the opportunity to take

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ano Karatassos, founder and CEO of Buckhead Life Restaurant Group recently opened Chops Lobster Bar in Boca Raton, Florida. Chops Lobster Bar is his first restaurant outside of Atlanta, Georgia and it combines a great steakhouse and a great seafood restaurant on one level. Pano, a true family man who is generous with charities including the March of Dimes and Share Our Strength, is considered one of the United States’ premier restaurateurs and is often credited with putting Atlanta on the “culinary map.”

He develops the concepts of each of his independent restaurants, oversees the day-to-day operations of his restaurants as well as regulates the food, personnel, and décor quality standards.

He went on to hold numerous positions including ones at the DeSoto Hotel in Savannah, Georgia; the Palm Beach Everglades Club in Palm Beach, Florida; and the Gstaad Palace Hotel in Gstaad, Switzerland; in 1968, Pano met Chef Paul Albrecht while working in Washington D.C. They both greatly admired each other’s talents and commitment to excellence; therefore, after years of working for other people, Pano decided to establish a restaurant of his own, with Paul as Chef/ Partner at the flagship restaurant Pano’s & Paul’s. Pano’s & Paul’s opened in 1979 and became the first of an important culinary empire that now includes Pano’s & Paul’s, Bluepointe, Kyma, Veni Vidi Vici and of course, Chops Lobster Bar.

Pano began working in the restaurant industry at a young age where his father ran a restaurant import food business called Pano’s Food Shop in Savannah, Georgia.

Pano continued to be involved in the industry and later attended school at the renowned Culinary Institute of America.

Pano uses a simplistic, yet profound philosophy in operating his restaurants, “Running a restaurant is not a big thing, it’s just a thousand little things.” He places priority on innovative menus, well-drilled staffs, attention to detail and consistency to service. ‰

over the restaurant on the Premier Level at Muvico Palace 20 in Boca Raton. In August of 2006, he brought in a new executive chef and crew, created a new menu comprised of favorites from his past and present restaurants, and renamed the restaurant Bogart’s Bar & Grille. In December of 2006, Burt took over Gotham City, where he spruced up the interior, brought in a new executive chef and general manager, and created a fabulous new menu.

Why has Rapoport been so successful? He claims that part of his success lies in the value he places on open communication and teamwork. This sets him up for success. Since Burt has worked in all parts of the industry, he is able to empathize with people and he knows what is important for growth. One reason that Rapoport has taken advantage of all of the growth opportunities is so he is able to offer his employees a place to grow, and in doing so, many of his employees have worked for him at more than one of his restaurants.

What will Mr. Rapoport surprise us with in the next year? He’s one to keep your eye on. ‰

BURT RAPoPORT Profession: Restaurants:

Restaurateur Opus 5, Boca Raton Gotham, Delray Beach Henry’s, Delray Beach Bogart’s, Boca Raton

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hen I think of Italian food, I remember strolling through New York’s Little Italy and watching mozzarella pizzas twirled high into the air, or see a waiter serve a slice of thick lasagna filled with meats, pasta, herbs and cheeses. The fragrances, the breads the atmosphere made it all a memorable experience.

Recently I was able to revive all of those Italian recollections, when we discovered a new and exciting Italian restaurant East of Federal Highway and South of Palmetto Park Road.

Il Marco in Boca Raton is perfectly located in ‘Restaurant Row.’ Several restaurants are all situated on a wide plaza/street and definitely make the area a dining destination.

The marquee simply states Il Marco… a landmark if you will. The front sidewalk is furnished with chairs and tables on one side of the terrace, white sofas and deluxe seating are set up

By Marguerite Gil

around the Palazzo Bar on the other side. Clients are enticed to come in, relax and indulge.

A doorman pulls open the doors and guests step into a sultry setting with soft lighting everywhere and ceiling to floor curtains gently swaying in the breeze. To the left a musician plays some favorite tunes on a baby grand piano while a talented singer belts out her high notes.

The dining area is large (5,500 square feet) with a burgundy and white color scheme.

Each table has an over head spot light that makes reading the menu and seeing the plates easy. Otherwise the rest of the lighting is subtle. Design elements include an open kitchen, personal wine lockers with illuminated wine racks, wood paneling and flagstone columns. Numerous black and white photographs of the restaurant’s family and friends decorate the cherry wood walls. The inside bar is well stacked with wines and spirits for every occasion.

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We sat at a comfortable booth and listened to live music, as our waiter quickly brought out glasses of iced water and a basket full of delightful breads. Table clothes are a crispy white and each table contained a pint size bottle of rich olive oil and a vase full of tiny orchids.

Above: Palle di riso (crisp truffle rice balls with porcini mushrooms and warm fresh mozzarella.)

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The well-rounded, delectable and diverse Southern Italian menu selection ranges from made to order homemade mozzarella, to handmade pastas and fresh daily specials.

Many of the recipes come from the Italian kitchens of family and friends of Il Marco’s owners and staff.

Chef Rich Garcia is executive chef for both Il Marco and MoQuila, another popular eatery in Boca. He suggested that we try the antipasto platter which was spectacular and practically a meal unto itself. It included a variety of cured meats, hard salami, and a small center dish of Bel Paise Fonduta (fondue) for dipping.

We also tried a plate of rich green and black olives, perfectly seasoned in herbs, oil and lemon. Interestingly enough, their oil did not taste “oily” and the chef is very careful about not drenching his cuisine with sodium. Next we had the jumbo shrimp, caressed with seasonings, placed on a hearty slice of toasted, buttery bread and brought to the table with a glass of white wine. Heavenly!

Chef Garcia stated “We bring in the freshest ingredients everyday. I choose the best products and I have a great staff, who knows how to make every dish, excellent. We use extraordinary ingredients in everything that we prepare.”

We finished our Italian dining adventure with an ample bowl of mussels soaking in a warm spicy, herb filled broth, topped with white wine and some pats of butter. Amazing!

The chef brings his experience and know-how to this menu. The Antipasti includes selections

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Right: Il Marco’s inside bar is the perfect place to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail.

Bottom left: The main dining room welcomes guests in a luxurious yet informal atmosphere.

Bottom right: Torta di melanzane (crisp eggplant cakes, arugula, sun dried tomato vinaigrette and garlic lemon aioli.)

of calamari, roasted eggplant, truffle rice balls and grilled baby veal chops. Soups and Salads range from $6.95 to $9.95. Pastas are smothered with sun-dried tomatoes, roasted mushrooms, sausages, garlic, proscuitto and just about anything that you can think of adding to the mixture. They also offer meat dishes and vegetarian side plates.

Although we had eaten a wonderful meal, our waiter convinced us to taste a sliver of chocolate cake. Decadent! Every dessert is homemade by Mexican pastry chefs and the quality is top notch.

Whether it’s a refreshing cocktail, specialty martini or just some Italian beers on the terrace or a full dinner with all of the extras, inside the cool, music filled interior, you’ll be saying “magnifico, splendida, il ultimo!” ‰ Il Marco is located at 99 SE Mizner Blvd. in Boca Raton, Florida. They are open daily after 5:00 p.m. for dinner and serve latenight guests until 2:00 a.m., 7 nights a week.

Reservations are suggested. Handicapped accessible and parking is easy. For more information please call 561-447-6722.

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3484 Soon to be a landmark

By Margherite Gil

When

diehard

needed

a

Grovers

neighborhood

watering hole for meetings and munchies they always headed

towards

Taurus.

Sadly the old bull was led out to pasture last year and loyal clients were left baffled

and

chagrined.

Where would they mellow out and mingle? Taurus had been around for eons and amassed a very loyal clientele. going

to

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It just wasn’t be

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Enter 3484, just a block away from the now defunct Taurus Restaurant. Located directly across from the historic Barnacle House State Park right on Main Highway, this new and eclectic eatery offers clients, variety entertainment, comfort yummies and a delicious variety of beverages.

Opposite page: The relaxed bistro atmosphere of the dining room and bar.

Right: Arugula pear salad poached pear, toasted walnuts, and gorgonzola cheese tossed in a port wine vinaigrette.

Below: Chocolate mousse with fresh strawberries.

The atmosphere is casual and the neighborhood is finally happy to have good eats and talented bands just around the corner from their tropical abodes.

Loic, one of the three owners of 3484 said, “Coconut Grove is an international city.

People all over the world know the Grove.

They visit the area and look for good food at reasonable prices. We give them that and much, much more.”

Potted palms, background laughter and an over all funky bunch of regulars make this new addition to the Grove a welcoming detour. Meander into 3484 and discover a 360 degree granite bar. Outside seating puts guests in touch with the ongoing parade of people who are walking and talking and just enjoying the Main Highway surroundings.

Step inside and find the remnants of a Tuscan Villa left there by a previous owner.

Red brick columns, with carved out niches that once held small statues and well enjoyed bottles of Chianti and architectural arches reminiscent of ancient Roman constructions, blend into the modern day atmosphere of the place. Music lovers can share good times in the sitting area towards the back, while

overlooking a candlelit wall where the center stage turns into a dance floor after dark.

Loic said, “We try not to be complicated, in fact that’s why it’s called 3484. It’s not just our place, it’s your address. You can listen to live music performances and just sit back, nibble and vent or have a big meal and feel like you’re relaxing and sipping spirits, in a back yard with all of your neighbors. ” Chef Brian Ross is at 3484’s helm. This 29 year-old Southern gentleman is charming, polite and loves preparing down home dishes for his clients. With ample cooking experience in Dallas, Atlanta, Charleston, and Miami, he makes sure that Southern hospitality is a prime ingredient on the menu. Ross has studied with French Master Chef Jean Blanchet as well as numerous Michelin star chefs and stated “I’ve had three solid years of catering in Georgia and I’m all about quality and freshness. I shop at fresh food outdoor markets and always try to find organic products for the menu. I love preparing prime ribs or wings, smoked with hickory chips, but I want my customers to know that I care about food and I’m always trying to improve our dishes to suit them.”

The dinner menu is as colorful as the ambience. Opening Act appetizers include Down by the Sea, lightly breaded yummy Pacific Oysters served with a homemade Bloody-Mary dipping sauce or the Crispy Calamari that comes with a spicy citrus sauce.

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For the more adventurous, The Big Easy has a Southern flare much like the chef. He combines Crawfish tails with Shrimp, Andouille Sausage, roasted corn, Reggiano and Mozzarella cheeses which easily pair with one (or several) of the 23 domestic and international beers available at the eatery.

When the chef says spicy, you might want to bring it down a notch. The Margarita Pizza is very good and yes…spicy. Not a dish for the faint of heart. For the vegetarians try the Cottage Fries with Gorgonzola Fondue or the Smoked Veggie starter with smoked Zucchini, Portabella Mushrooms and Red peppers.

Salad lovers will enjoy Hail Caesar which includes chopped Romaine lettuce, cold-smoked Reggiano cheese and multigrain croutons tossed in a homemade Caesar dressing.

Below: High top tables and live music make for a friendly atmosphere

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Head for the Headliners which come with two supporting acts like creamed spinach or onion rings.

The Strip Tease is a 14 oz. certified Angus Beef steak that is rubbed in ground peppercorns, sea salt, garlic

and caters to meat lovers. The Baby Got Back Ribs is delicious with your choice of Roadies (Honey Chipotle or Sweet Bourbon) and…you might want to go back for more of this baby.

The Show Stoppers will put a You Make Me Feel Like a Natural Chicken on your table for just $9.00.

Wines to Make Your Taste Buds Sing includes over 70 well chosen wines, ranging from $22.00 to $78.00 a bottle.

If it’s just desserts and drinks that fuels your fancy, try the homemade Chocolate Mousse. It IS exceptional!

Chef Ross confided that it took many tries to get the recipe down perfectly and now it is pure perfection.

The restaurant/bar/musical venue is the kind of a place where you’ll just linger and linger and let the good times roll…and they don’t mind a bit. ‰ 3484 is located at 3484 Main Highway in Coconut Grove, Miami. For information and reservations call: 305 445-0022 or visit www.3484mainhwy.

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SOUL FOOD!

By Melissa Cantor

Café Emunah, an organic kosher café in Fort Lauderdale, adds a dose of spirituality to healthy eating and elevates the term comfort food to a whole new level.

Billed as a “Kabbalistic Lifestyle Lounge and Tea Bar,” Café Emunah sounds like a Bond Street hotspot where Madonna and friends might hang out. But the restaurant, located in one of the few oceanfront blocks still in the midst of gentrification on North Ocean Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale, is not at all pretentious.

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That’s not to say it’s not luxurious. Though the environment is relaxed—the furniture consists of natural woods, recycled plastic and ergonomic chairs—the food is as fine as it gets. “When you see the greens, I always say they look like jewelry because they’re so vibrant and beautiful,” says Dr. Marla Reis, co-founder. “All the

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vegetables are hydroponic and grown on an organic farm in Boca Raton. Right before they go on the plate, they’re still in plant form and still alive.”

Reis, a practicing psychotherapist, has led an organic lifestyle for more than 15 years, and Café Emunah is the culmination of her attempts to introduce people to the idea of conscious living. This endeavor is reflected in Café Emunah’s menu, which hosts a list of Foresights, Revelations and Soul Stirrings, rather than the banal categories of appetizers, entrees and drinks one might see at other eateries. “Speech is such an important part of spirituality, and I wanted all of the dishes to resonate with the concept,” Reis says.

“It’s just another way to bring conscious living into the whole experience.”

Another way in which Reis and her business partner, Rabbi Moshe Meir Lipszyc, integrate spirituality into the culinary experience is by offering customers “sides” of “table talk.”

These mini-therapy sessions with Reis cost $20 for every 15 minutes, while conversations with the rabbi are free of charge and are usually scheduled by appointment. “Any topic is welcome,” Reis says. “People approach a rabbi or a psychologist to speak about anything. It’s just a casual conversation with a professional source.”

“Marla is a psychologist, and she can also talk to people who want to learn more about organic food and conscious living. I can offer spiritual guidance,” Lipszyc says. “I was recently here with a girl who was about to go on a date, and she just wanted to have a conversation with me prior to it.”

“Because of the atmosphere, we tend to keep things upbeat, but that’s not to say that someone can’t come to us with an issue,” Reis adds.

Regardless of whether you’re in the mood for professional advice, the food itself serves a higher purpose, Reis and Lipszyc say. Aside from the proven health benefits of consuming organic food that is free of preservatives and potentially malignant ingredients, “the energy coming from the food itself opens you up spiritually,” Reis says. “The idea is once you start thinking and talking about what you’re eating, and if you’re mindful in your dining experience and attentive to detail, it makes you more open to bring spirituality into your life.”

“Kabbalah is not only made for the Jewish people, and it does not matter what race or religion you are. Kabbalah means to accept,” Rabbi Lipszyc explains. “We have to make ourselves vessels to Opposite page: (clockwise) Rabbi roll, enlightened encrusted salmon cakes, and soul stirrings high tea.

Right: Peaceful earth burger: ground chickpea, garlic, & cilantro on a brioche roll with hydroponic romaine, yellow tomato, & island fries

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accept life, and life consists of spiritual energies, but it also consists of physical energies, such as food. We have to enjoy both, and this place is about being able to connect the two.”

With “biblically-influenced” dishes like Inspired Miso Soup, Genesis Salad and the unforgettable Enlightened Encrusted Salmon Cakes, as well as delectable sushi rolls including Rabbi Rolls and East Meets West, the cuisine at Café Emunah is certainly heavenly.

“We cook all of our dishes with reverse osmosis water, which is the purest water,” Reis reveals, and the same is true of the café’s extensive coffee and tea offerings.

Reis and Lipszyc have also started a virtual forum where people can discuss organic food and conscious living, and a series of events featuring guest speakers and poetry nights are in the works. “What I really want to do is create a feeling of community,” Reis says. “We’re going to have the café community, the online community, the religious community, and I want people to be able to communicate with each other about what’s going on here.”

Above: Emunah takes its philosophy to the restaurant’s environment which consists of natural wood and recycled plastic furniture.

“It’s a domino effect,” Lipszyc continues. “It’s conscious living, it’s positive attitudes, it’s the organic food—you’ll feel good, and when you go home you’ll think about it and come back.” ‰ Café Emunah is located at 3558 North Ocean Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. For reservations, please call 954.561.6411. Visit them online at myemunah. com.

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Below: Mind-BodySoul Soup Trio. A daily specialty.

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BOVA

CLASSIC ITALIAN WITH A 21ST CENTURY TWIST

By Michelle Soudry

Left: Booth seating at BOVA is reminescent of Old Hollywood elegance.

Below: Executive Chef Peter Masiello.

They say “don’t believe the hype”, but when it comes to BOVA Ristorante— you better believe it.

Housed in downtown Boca Raton, BOVA and Executive Chef Peter Masiello present diners with one of the most unique and innovative contemporary Italian menus in all of South Florida. It’s nothing but the best at BOVA, from top-of-the-line organic meats to fresh grown fruits, vegetables and spices from BOVA’s on-site garden. The goal here is fine dining that is neither too pretentious nor too casual—and for the Bovas and their chefs, there is no second best.

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Dining at this sleek 5.5 million dollar restaurant/lounge is a culinary experience from the moment you walk in. The opulent design and breathtaking architecture together serve as a superb backdrop to an unforgettable dining experience that excels in presentation as it does in taste.

Highly-esteemed restaurateurs Tony & Laurie Bova are no strangers to the restaurant industry. Owning and operating the area’s most respected and successful Italian venues for 20+ years, creating BOVA was a unique effort to revolutionize Italian dining with a 21st century twist which they named “Nuovo Classico”. This modern take on Italian cuisine has been spearheaded

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and perfected by Executive Chef Peter Masiello.

Masiello, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, has trained with Italy’s most appraised restaurants including La Capannina, San Domenico, Dal Pescatore and Enotecha Pinchiore.

He then premiered as a top chef of New York’s highest rated Italian restaurant San Domenico before becoming the culinary genius behind Nuovo Classico cuisine at BOVA. Masiello recommends beginning your evening with “assaggini”, Italian for small bites. Baby artichokes—pan-braised in fresh roasted garlic and showered with rosemary sprigs are a perfect starter along with brilliant bruschetta toasted to perfection with Parmesan Reggiano and ricotta cheeses, topped off with fresh prosciutto and arugula. Choosing your entree will be mouthwateringlydifficult—the Filetti of New England Sole is wonderfully accented with butternut squash risotto, braised escarole and toasted biscotti crumbs. The Shrimp Saltimboca offers pancetta-wrapped jumbo shrimp with asparagus, peas and lobster risotto accented by Italian shrimp tempura and pea shoots. Masiello’s luscious Napa Valley Watercress is an innovative choice with arugula leaves; fresh berries marinated in vanilla olive oil, goat cheese and roasted hazelnuts.

One of the greatest things about BOVA is the truly exemplary and award-winning wine list—well-thought out by wine connoisseur and Operations Manager Sande Weinstein to offer more than 150 worthy choices that range from California to the finest vineyards in Europe. BOVA also puts forward the area’s only dedicated water menu—featuring 24 of the world’s purest and most exquisite waters.

Lunch at this hip eatery is definitely more than just lunch. BOVA’s unique program offers diners the choice of dining leisurely (at your own pace) or express (45 minutes and under) BOVA’s new a la carte or $21.95 three course prix-fixe Nuovo Classico summer lunch menus expertly presented by Executive Chef Peter Masiello are a perfect choice for valuesavvy professionals who ‘lunch’ regularly.

The upscale and contemporary dining setting serves as the perfect environment for power meets and greets.

Dining at this South Beach-meets-Milanmeets-Palm Beach concept means you shan’t be surprised to gaze over your shoulder and catch a glimpse of celebrities including Andy Roddick, Adam Sandler, Donny Deutsch, Nadia Turner or just plain beautiful people including models and South Florida’s most powerful entrepreneurs. The venue has recently implemented its own VIP Concierge, Sylvie Benloulou, who personally oversees and

ensures that all needs of specialty clients are met from reservations to seating.

BOVA is recipient of several culinary and design awards including Best New Restaurant by Boca Raton Magazine, Best Interior by Boca Raton Magazine, Best New Restaurant Palm Beach by New Times, Best New Restaurant by Florida Trend Magazine, Best New Design and Concept by the National Restaurant Association 2006 and is recommended by Zagat and the James Beard Foundation.

BOVA Ristorante is located at 1450 North Federal Highway in Boca Raton. Lunch is served Monday through Friday, 11:30 am to 3pm. Dinner is served 7 days a week from 5:30 – 10 pm and 11 pm on Fridays & Saturdays. The venue presents live entertainment 7 nights a week ranging from cool jazz to latin, to a South Beach DJ every Thursday & Saturday night. For reservations please call 561-362-7407 or visit www. bovaristorante.com

Below: (left) VIP tables secluded with sheer curtains; (middle) American Kobe New York Strip w/ housecut fingerling fries, broccoli rappini and baby onion fritte (p. Andrew Meade); (right) Bar seating booth at BOVA

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DIPPED IN

CACAO

By Ginger Harris

“I believe that the cocoa bean is one of the most important products that comes from South America. Almost everybody in the world eats a little bit of chocolate,” Executive Chef Edgar Leal says, explaining why he named his Coral Gables-based restaurant after the decadent dessert. Much like its name, Cacao’s (Spanish for chocolate) contemporary Latin American cuisine is rich, flavorful and more satisfying with each bite.

Left: Camarao na torre.

Above: A brief look at the Cacao’s private wine cellar.

Below: A simple, elegant view of the restaurant Photos by DHM

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Prior to settling on Florida’s Gold Coast, Leal filled up his recipe box by working at restaurants in exotic locations such as Venezuela, Spain, Chile and Monaco. He honed his skills at restaurants like Casa Carmona under renowned Chef Iñaqui Izaguirrel, Spain’s national gastronomy award winner, and Bulli, recipient of the

to him to learn new techniques, like handmade caviars, to give Cacao cutting edge flair mixed with the traditional fare he loves to serve. Such novelty garnishes as the fish egg replicas offer tomato and cilantro flavor explosions making them what Leal calls, “very popular with the clients.”

at Cacao that’s upscale, yet inviting. He enlisted the help of good friend and notable designer Andrès Alibrandi to create Cacao’s décor. The 4,200 square foot space brings a taste of nature indoors with its wood-paneled walls, palate of browns, grays and burnt oranges, eclectic branch-like chandeliers, flowing cream curtains and oversized images of fruits and vegetables. Cocao also boasts a private dining salon and wine cellar, where friendly sommelier Rich DiGiacomo gladly shares his expertise on wine parings at his monthly wine tastings. And, if asked, DiGiacomo will tell a story or two about his favorite wine, like the Darioush Chardonnay from Napa Valley, as well as the history behind it.

Left: Warm chocolate souffle cake white molten chocolate center.

Below: Executive Chef Edgar Leal

Michelin rating’s three star, also in Spain.

Since the age of 17, Leal says he knew he wanted to dedicate his life to food. After establishing his own successful restaurant in his native Caracas, Venezuela, Leal craved something a bit more cosmopolitan.

“We wanted to try to compete in a more challenging market with world exposure.

We thought that Coral Gables was the right place to start since it is a perfect example of the Latino melting pot,” Leal explains.

From the Pumpkin Foam and Corvina Ceviche to the Warm “Cachapa” Corn Soufflé, Cocao’s culinary delights are a whirlwind tour of Latin cuisine. “My wife and I are from Venezuela and we love our culture. We had always researched as much cuisine in South America [as possible] to cook it for the rest of the world,” says Leal, who is working on a cookbook due out next year. He gathered recipes from South American classical cookbooks, friends and family, even travels abroad to help make Cacao’s menu as authentic as a trip to South America. Leal also admits it is important

When it comes to the main course, Leal most enjoys sinking his teeth into the Rocoto Shrimp and Veal Cheeks. “They are my favorite because they are the new dishes. But every dish is my favorite, and after I eat them a lot, I create new ones, and then those are my favorite,” Leal admits pleasurably.

With cooking close to his heart, it seems only fitting that Leal would find the love of his life, Mariana Monetero De Castro, in, where else, but the kitchen. The two met while working in Caracas and eventually turned their passion for cooking into a love affair. Today Montereo De Castro serves as Cacao’s pastry chef, and she mixes just the right amount of love in her Warm Chocolate Soufflé Cake with white molten chocolate center—perhaps another reason why her husband was so inclined to name his restaurant after the special treat.

By surrounding himself with family and friends, Leal managed to create a vibe

Whether sipping spirits or feasting on Gouda-Chorizo Argentinean Empanadas, Cacao offers its guests a genuine taste of Latin American culture made by the hands of a man who relishes in his native land.

“We have to keep trying to be the best restaurant of our style in the world,” Leal says. With straightforward style, authentic cuisine and a name like chocolate, who can resist? ‰ Cacao Restaurant is located at141Giralda Ave. in Coral Gables. For reservations please call (305) 445-1001. Visit them online at www.cacaorestaurant.com.

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Livin’ the

By Tammy Humm & Michael Minuto

HI-LIFE U

pscale contemporary American cuisine and neighborhood charm in a quiet location? Not a typical combination or easy to pull off. The Hi-Life Café in Fort Lauderdale does this with imagination, style, and panache.

Don’t be thrown off by the unassuming location in the 3000 Plaza on the corner of Oakland Blvd. and Federal Highway.

Owners Chuck Smith and Carlos Fernandez have designed and run their restaurant with care. Their founding philosophy is maintained even after twelve years: reasonably priced cuisine of exceedingly high quality with true neighborhood feel.

Top: Executive chef Carlos Fernandez (p. Elias Horna)

Helping his mother cook as he grew up in Hoboken, New Jersey, Chef Carlos only dreamt he could someday work as a chef for a living. But from this self-taught chef’s experiences in New York’s French bistro Chez Josephine, to his exposure on Bravo’s Top Chef in 2006, Chef Carlos’ creative culinary inspirations have become a delicious reality for all to enjoy. So what’s next? Chef Carlos has been tapped to do a weekly cooking demonstration segment on Telemundo’s “Cada Dia con Maria Antoinetta”, and is talking about returning to Top Chef season 3 this summer.

Smith, a Texas native, spends most of his time maintaining the smoothly running, warm, and friendly atmosphere that is

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Hi-Life Café. He tells us that the name “Hi-Life” was chosen in memory of their favorite bar and grill in New York, a place especially known for its camaraderie and fun atmosphere. Determined to emulate the same friendly and relaxed atmosphere and personal feel, the restaurant is replete with personal touches designed by Smith and Chef Carlos themselves, with the help of some artist friends. The eclectic but not overbearing music ranging from modified bar beats to smooth jazz tunes provide a hip yet subdued musical backdrop.

The walls are various sponged shades of burgundy on theatrical canvas and are dotted with frosted glass candlelit sconces that give the restaurant a romantic glow.

However, it’s the menu which most impresses. Several dishes, we were told, are menu staples that regulars come back for. And who could blame them. Dishes such as the Hi-Life Salmon, topped with a light Dijon sauce and served with fingerling potatoes and the classic Crab Cakes in a light, sweet mustard sauce with a hint of raspberry were sure to become instant favorites. We also tried the moist and meaty Hawaiian Butterfish, which was very lightly crusted with cashews and coconut and accented with a spicy red curry sauce. Butterfish, or Escalar, sometimes called White Tuna is cooked to perfection and a perfect choice for anyone desiring a light moist fish that isn’t too heavy, rich, or dry.

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Granny Smith’s Chicken, which many diners erroneously believe comes directly from Granny Smith herself, is actually another delicious Chef Carlos creation, and is stuffed with fresh herbs, almonds, raisins, and, of course, tangy Granny Smith apples.

A Granny Smith does exist however, in the person and many borrowed recipes of Chuck Smith’s mother and grandmother, whose Texas recipe book has been raided for several superb desserts. We sampled the orange coconut pie, a kind of Southern Chess Pie blooming with orange essence and shredded coconut. Southern Derby Pecan Pie, also stolen from his mother’s recipe book, melts in one’s mouth. The sugarless whipped cream pairs perfectly with the slightly warmed, creamy center resembling the best chocolate puddings.

There were many other surprises in this menu: Coca Cola Cake (from a recipe direct from the original Coca Cola bottling plant cookbook in Atlanta, GA), Frog Legs, bacon wrapped jalapeno peppers stuffed with shrimp and carrying a challenging kick and a Caesar salad bravely sporting a distinct anchovy flavor.

Despite requests to expand and open other locations, Chuck and Carlos are dedicated to doing what they’ve been doing very well for the last 12 years: not sacrificing the personal touch of running their establishment. On our evening out, we were effusively greeted and personally checked up on by the owner several times and felt like we were neighborhood friends. I watched as all night long, Chuck, clearly enjoying himself and having a great time, circulated amongst his guests new and regular.

Above: The cozy dining room is inviting and intimate (p: E. Horna) Below: Roasted rack of lamb served with an apple wood smoked bacon and kale bread pudding finished with a rosemary infused pinot noir reduction (p: E. Horna)

Smith told us “We cater to a friendly crowd who appreciates great food and great service in a warm neighborhood setting.

We welcome any and all who are looking for a brief escape into our home away from home”. ‰ Hi-Life Café is located at 3000 N. Federal Highway #12 in Fort Lauderdale.

Please call (954) 563-1395 to make reservations. Visit Hi-Life Café online at www.hilifecafe.com.

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Cafe

BOULUD Loyal clients have been known to fly half way around the world to re-visit the restaurant that serves sensational dishes created by Daniel Boulud. Enjoying a Café Boulud meal, is just one of those magical experiences that lingers on the palate and in the pleasure zones of your memory. Family recipes, regional specialties intermixed with haute cuisine make this culinary adventure a dining destination.

Although the legendary Brazilian Court Hotel in Palm Beach is lush and charming, when you enter the indoor/outdoor patio area of the café, you are instantly reminded of a Tuscan Villa or a verdant secret garden in the South of France. Huge palm trees encircle the outside dining space. A chubby little stone cherub, gently waters the garden fountain while terrace flowers sway and crickets chirp. When the light of day, finally blends into

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dusk, candles softly take over the ambience lighting, and incite the moon to make her entrance.

Daniel Boulud was raised on his family’s farm near Lyon in Southern France. He grew up surrounded by the rhythms of the seasons, the wonders of produce fresh from the fields, et naturellement, his grandmother’s inspiring home cooking. He continues to pay homage to four wondrous muses

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under the heading of “La Tradition”, the classic dishes of French cooking, “La Saison”, seasonal local specialties, “Le Potager”, a celebration of the vegetable garden and “Le Voyage”, the travels that have introduced Daniel to the exotic flavors of world cuisines.

From simply basic starts to much-heralded accolades, he successfully fuses flavors and textures and finely weaves historical and organic ingredients into amazing dishes and desserts.

The menu almost parallels that of its sister restaurant on East 76th Street in New York except for the additional fresh local South Florida ingredients. French favorites are prominent but entrees like Pompano, Florida fruits and veggies give his creations that special Southern drawl. He mixes products, that while celebrating the roots, spirits and fundamental flavors of a particular place, also intermix with offerings from elsewhere.

Technology today permits chefs everywhere to interact with their kitchen staff on a daily basis.

Accepting his first position as a Chef at Café Boulud, NYC, Chef Zach Bell has returned home to Florida where he made his culinary start. Trained by Daniel, Chef Bell has more than demonstrated the maturity, depth of culinary knowledge, organizational skills, and above all a great palate needed to tackle the restaurant challenge. Constantly in touch with his mentor, Zach discusses his approach to poultry, fish, seasonings, garnishes, sauces, etc. and an obsession to detail on a daily basis with Daniel.

Zach perceives cooking as a craft where technical skill is melded with a love of food, and in which every step must be respected.

The young chef’s personal affinity for meat shines through in intensely flavored dishes such as his tartine of squab, grilled sourdough layered with wild mushroom duxelle, braised

Above: Chef Daniel Boulud.

Opposite page: The courtyard at Café Boulud.

Below: Halibut on a bed of leeks, baby carrots and caviar cream sauce (p. M. Price)

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squab leg and sautéed squab liver accompanied by roasted squab breast and an a la minute jus, finished with foie gras butter and a delicate salad. Waters around Florida provide some of the finest fish available and Zach is especially fond of mahi-mahi. Also on the dinner list is Swordfish ‘a la Grecque’ stuffed with tiny artichokes, grilled radicchio, baby arugula and black pepper-lemon glaze. Another favorite is apple stuffed Berkshire Pork chops accompanied by collard greens, white hominy grits and covered with a luscious maple glaze. Roasted Natural Chicken includes, super green creamy spinach, topped with cippoline onions and truffled potato croquettes. For the turf lovers, the chef prepares a Provencal Beef Duo, Short Rib ‘en Daube’ with herb-roasted Hangar steak that lovingly embraces a basil polenta and local heirloom tomatoes.

ice cream topped with Florida yummy strawberries that will knock you out.

The unbelievable desserts and petits fours are made by pastry Chef Jennifer Reed.

The wine list is fascinating to say the least. We ordered a very affordable Rose de Provence that stirred our taste buds.

Café Boulud offers vintage specials from some of the top producers from major regions. With over 400 wines to choose from their selection is of a superior presentation

Café Boulud is located in the Brazilian Court, 301 Australian Avenue, Palm Beach.

For the sweet-tooth aficionados try la Bombe ‘Philadelphia’ cream cheese

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General Manager, Mickael Meunier, Maitre d’Hotel, Joseph Sherr and Sommelier Jenny Benzie complete the Café Boulud A-team.

Quality here is always of the highest caliber. Everything is constantly tested to insure excellence, ultra freshness and an over all amazing culinary experience.

Café Boulud offers a tempting and welcoming French-American venue for guests who expect the best. The ambience is casual yet elegant. Comfort and a warm welcoming wait staff await you at this superb restaurant. ‰

For information and reservations call (561) 655-6060 or visit www. danielnyc.com.

Above: The terrace at Café Boulud is the ideal retreat for a lunch al fresco.

Below left: The main dining room is elegant and refined - a perfect setting for this culinary adventure. (p: M. Price) Below right: Do not miss the deserts by pastry Chef Jennifer Reed. (p: M. Price)

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MIAMI’S NEW

VICE (and CAMEO)

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Cameo and Vice Nightclub, located in the art deco Cameo Theater, recently reopened following a major restoration.

The hype around this major renovation has everyone from young dancing hipsters to the local trend setters buzzing.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: CAMEO & VICE 1445 WASHINGTON AVE. MIAMI BEACH, FL 33139 www.cameomiami.com CORPORATE EVENTS & VIP TABLE RESERVATIONS: 305-532-2667

Lead designer Callin Fortis, of Big Time Design Studios, took the entire building down to the bare walls before starting the club’s makeover.

Downstairs, the Cameo Nightclub has been transformed from a dance club into a true glitzy nightclub. As you enter the venue, you are greeted by a gigantic monolithic sculpture. This plexi-glass LED illuminated grid rises thirty feet to the ceiling and spans the entire width of the room. The main dance floor is flanked on all sides by stadium style banquette seating finished in luscious red velvet — this is the place to be seen. “Dance where you are” is the motto at Cameo. Enjoy European bottle service in the VIP area or saddle up to one of the bars for nightime favorites.

Cameo is first and foremost about the music.

From the glittering 12 foot disco ball DJ booth and animated Marilyn Monroe backwall to the multi-

million dollar sound and light system, Callin Fortis has created an environment that pays homage to the almighty music god.

On the second floor of the building sits a completely different club concept — Vice. Just as in the past, the two clubs will function together on the weekends, but the more intimate Vice will now be open during the week. Inspired by the bad boy/ bad girl image of 1980’s Miami, Vice is all about sexy.

Callin Fortis took this concept to the next level with sculpted wavy white walls washed with high-tech LED lighting, walnut stained bamboo floors, fishnet stocking banquettes and erotic art installations.

With its own sound and light system, patrons can groove to a completely different atmosphere within the same venue.

Cameo/Vice has only been open for a couple of months and it is already one of the hottest club venues in Miami. Patrons will easily locate the entrance on Washington Avenue by the throngs of clubgoers lined up at the door waiting for a chance to get in, dance and do some celebrity sightseeing.

For VIP service, be sure to reserve in advance by calling 305-532-2667.

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DINNER

By Patrick Sullivan

SHOW

After enjoying a recent performance at the Carnival Center For The Performing Arts, I suggested to my friend that we stop for a late bite. “There’s no place around here to eat,” he said, as we passed a Burger King and a Checkers. It was late and we saw a few interesting but closed-for-the-day places on our way to drop him at home. I started thinking about his comment, and guessed that there must be dozens of eateries within a few miles…a short drive…from the Carnival Center. The next day, I counted them.

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Left: Sanford and Dolores Ziff Ballet and Opera House.

Below: Andiamo Pizza is located in a restored gas station with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.

Within three miles of the CPA are more than 650 places to eat, from Dunkin’ Donuts to Karu & Y, many of which are open late, and most of which are open early evening, preevent. Available are choices as varied as soul food, Ethiopian cuisine, hamburgers and fish. There is just about anything one might want to eat, from fancy to funky, from pennies to stratospherically expensive. Some are well known and easy to find; some are hidden delicious little secrets. So, from time to time in future issues, we will list some of the many, from walking distance up to a drive of less than ten minutes.

Bon appetit!

Andiamo! Brick Oven Pizza Less than 3 miles north to 5600 Biscayne Blvd.

305.762.5751 Since 2001, for New York style pizza lovers, this is the Miami Mecca, open 11 to 11 daily, ‘til midnight Friday and Saturday. From the lips of more than a dozen regulars, this is their favorite pizza in Miami, equal to the best in NYC. To quote one of the patrons, “…the best pizza I have ever tried!” From the list of more than two dozen different pies, plus “Create Your Own” choices, everyone has his favorite, but the standards are the Andiamo (simply Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella & Basil) and the New Yorker (Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Basil). Get in and out quickly before the show, or settle in afterward with a glass of wine (or beer), and one of the homemade desserts.

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Above: Sunset behind the Performing Arts Center.

Below: For the ultimate in nouvelle american cuisine, Karu + Y is second to none. Sardines en Escabeche

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Karu & Y Lounge Just a stone’s throw away at 71 NW 14 Street. 305.403.7850 Open until midnight Sunday to Thursday, 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and twenty-five million dollars later, it’s worth a visit. Drenched in chandeliers and waterfalls, surrounded by celebs and other beautiful people, you can enjoy their pre-theater prix fixe three-course menu at $85 per person (perhaps the cheapest meal you’ll ever have there), and they’ll even throw in a ride to and from the Carnival Center in their chauffeured Mercedes. Reservations are essential.

Manolo & René Cafeteria Downtown, just over a mile away. 281 NE 1st Street.

305.358.4488 This quirky little corner Cuban café is open 24 hours, and late night, features a cast of walk-up characters you might expect on a barrio version of The Simpsons. The ample selection of food is simple and tasty…empanadas, sandwiches (I loved the fresh pork.), croquetas, etc., and a classic, rich café cubano to keep you awake for the drive home. Prices mostly $1 to $5…almost inexpensive enough to soften the sting of the exorbitant parking prices at the PAC.

Opposite page: The Sanford and Dolores Ziff Opera House. (p: R. Hill) Below: Simple but tasty - the Miami Arts Cafe. Don’t get fooled by the sign, the Premier Wine Bar and Bistro serves gourmet foods and cool jazz.

Miami Arts Café Just walk across the street to 255 NE 14 Street. 305.579.9058 This little gem used to close in mid-afternoon, but stays open now in the evenings when there is something going on at the PAC, because many of the regular show-goers have made this their walkingdistance favorite for pre-event meals. The casual light continentalfusion cuisine, e.g., wild salmon with rice and vegetables is priced reasonably, and usually accompanied by live music performed by local musicians. That, along with the pretty and perky setting, creates a pleasant beginning to an evening out.

Premier Wine Club Downtown, a mile away.

305.416.5187

145 North Miami Avenue.

Open until 8:30 p.m. for early light dinners Monday through Thursday, and until 11 p.m. Friday. Beautiful, warm, charming wine bar in one of the oldest buildings in Miami, built in 1910, located across from the New World School of the Arts, this is a different and delicious preevent choice. There is a well chosen, well priced selection of wines by the glass, several boutique-style beers, several cheese choices, and a very reasonably priced menu of delightful, simple dishes, which (phrase omitted here) will not weigh one down during a long opera or concert. Ask the charming proprietors Yasemin and Rudi, about their “extreme” dangerous past lives. Bonus: Plenty of free metered parking nearby after 6 p.m.

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The River Oyster Bar The Brickell side of the river.

305.530.1915

650 South Miami Avenue.

Not even two miles away, just over the Miami Avenue bridge, and open ‘til 10:30 Sunday to Thursday, midnight Friday & Saturday.

Opened in 2003, this is a restaurant that makes me proud of Miami dining…I have sent countless out-of-towners here, and never anything but praise. Chef David Bracha (also the culinary brain behind Jake’s in Coral Gables) offers a fresh-daily selection of oysters and enough other choices in his “American Progressive Cuisine” to make you weak with culinary desire…For a real Miami twist, try the Churrasco Grilled Skirt Steak, Orange Glazed Escolar, or Pepita Crusted Mahi Mahi. Excellent service that will get you to the event on time, or let you linger afterward in the soft rich ambiance as long as you like. A favorite of “beautiful (but real) people”. Free parking in the lot out back, except weekends.

Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant 1.5 miles north. 4029 North Miami Avenue. 305.573.1819 In the Design District, an easy three minute shot down North Miami Avenue pre-theater. Open late most days, but call to be sure. Miami’s only Ethiopian restaurant, warmly and fascinatingly decorated, will have your head spinning with the exotic seductive aromas coming from the kitchen, and your taste buds dancing with the luscious and comforting flavors coming from your menu selection. The list of entrees ranges from $12 to $25, and includes their special versions of chicken, beef, lamb, seafood, and vegetarian. (If you like lamb, try the Beg Alecha, tender pieces of lamb seasoned with ginger, rosemary and a touch of jalepeño, slow-cooked in an herb reduction.) Valet available, but usually plenty of metered parking nearby, and a meal that will give you something to talk about at intermission.

Soyka’s Restaurant Café & Bar Ten minutes up Biscayne to 5582 NE 4 Court. 305.759.3117 Mark Soyka’s hot cool pioneering Upper East Side eatery is a satisfying stop before or after performances, open until 11 p.m., and Friday/Saturday until midnight. It gets loud when busy, but, at least, it is busy with the Beautiful and the Important, so if not conducive to intimate conversations, it is conducive to people watching. The food is dependably delicious, from the “comfort” selections like Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Chicken Marsala & Mushrooms over Linguini, to clever dishes, such as Corriander Crusted Mahi over Polenta Cake, Red Pepper Couli & Corn Salsa and the Soyka Salad – Mixed Greens & Diced Vegetables with Mustard Shallot Vinaigrette.

Attending a Saturday or Sunday matinee? Try the 11 to 4 brunch with a plethora of egg choices, as well as the variety of Smoked Salmon, Chopped Liver, Cheese Blintzes, and more. Moderate prices and a personality of its own.

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Above: The River for fresh oysters and seafood favourites.. followed by a nightcap and live music at Tobacco Road.

Opposite page: The Knight Concert Hall. (p: R. Hill)

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Tony Chan’s Water Club Walking distance. 1717 North Bayshore Drive. 305.374.8888 www.tonychans.com Open until 11 p.m. weeknights, and midnight Friday and Saturday, and located in the Doubletree Grand Hotel Lobby three of four blocks from the two theaters, it’s a breeze to valet park and enjoy an early dinner in a Miami gourmet Chinese food institution. Gaze back and forth between the spectacular Biscayne Bay vistas and the bright bustling open kitchen, one of the first in Miami, where they prepare one of the best Peking Ducks anywhere, proving that they deserve their ranking by USA Today as one of the top ten Chinese restaurants in the country. Then, stroll on over to the show without having to sweat the parking. Moderate to expensive, good service, pleasant atmosphere, and so convenient.

W Wine Bistro A five minute drive North. 3622 NE 2nd Avenue. 305.576.7775 A Design District staple, and another patron-pleasing wine bar, open Tuesday through Saturday until 10 p.m. Rustic and comfortable, this is a charmer of a French bistro without a French attitude. An excellent selection of wines, a remarkably inexpensive sumptuous Frenchaccented tapas-style menu, and courteous, attentive service make this gem a consistent winner. A couple of hard-to-find favorites: Croque Monsieur and Smoked Duck Breast Salad. (My mouth is watering!)

Easy nearby metered parking.

Above: Gourmet chinese is just steps away at Tony Chan’s water club - a USA Today top ten chinese restaurant in the USA. Below: A Miami institution, Soyka is all about fresh ingredients, great service and excellent food.

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By: Valeria Basso

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FERRARI in your

kitchen VENUS is the latest kitchen introduced

by Snaidero, the leading Italian manufacturer of high-end kitchen design. The new line was presented in April 2006 at Eurocucina, the famous biennial trade show held in Milan, Italy. Venus was launched in the North American market by Snaidero USA at the end of 2006.

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although pininfarina is synonymous with ferrari, this grand design house is involved in much more than just automotive design. from kitchen, furniture AND INTERIOR design to product AND MANUFACTURE engineering, pininfarina’s services are sought after by most of the largest companies in the world.

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VENUS, designed for Snaidero by Ferrari cars stylist Pininfarina, has just recently won the prestigious GOOD DESIGN™ Award given out by the Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design.

It was the sixth Snaidero kitchen to receive such outstanding industry recognition.

Snaidero, which has a long tradition of collaboration with the world’s foremost architects and designers, has enjoyed a design partnership with Pininfarina since 1991.

Above: Venus design showcases ergonomic symmetrical curves that combine beauty with function.

Below: Red leather handstitched cabinet panels.

VENUS, which, as the name suggests, draws its inspiration from the Goddess of Beauty, features a stunning design of ergonomic symmetrical curves that combine beauty with function. Every cabinet and surface in this kitchen can be fitted with additional storage, including the sloped surfaces on the countertops and the curved cabinets. At the same time, all appliances can be kept hidden inside the cabinets.

Venus is available in many different colors and finishes. Bright colored lacquered cabinets (blue, white, curry yellow, red, etc.) can be combined with cupboards, tables and countertops in Ebony wood, as well as work surfaces in stainless steel.

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Left: The kitchens are customizable to fit the user’s lifestyle and room requirements perfectly.

Below: This arrangement is a good representation of the classic Venus design. Venus uses a patented lighting system.

An innovative material (a first in kitchen design) is the Microtouch finish option for the cabinets: an eco-friendly micro-fiber treated through a tanning process in water that gives it the appearance and texture of leather, while being extremely resistant and easy to clean.

The leather finish is available in coral red and black ink.

Like any other Snaidero kitchen, Venus is customizable to fit the user’s lifestyle and room requirements. Responding to the newest trends in kitchen design, Venus is a line that goes beyond the traditional concept of kitchen, extending into other living areas of the house and becoming the true heart of the home. The kitchen is no longer a closed room separated from the rest of the house; rather, it is an open, multi-purpose space which incorporates highly technological features and around which social life gravitates.

Finally, Venus has a patented lighting system (an application of automotive technology) composed of streamlined LED lights fitted closely together into a thin aluminum strip which allows for a more controlled and even distribution of light, longer bulb durability, considerable reduction of heat emitted and 80% energy saving.

Venus is the ultimate luxury in kitchen design. In the words of its designer, Paolo Pininfarina: “To me, a design that is contradiction of functionality is not a good design. The value of luxury is often overestimated. To me luxury has to be affordable. Real luxury is more related to elegance than show-off. Design has to be honest, classical, durable and appreciated by people independently from their age or social status. Also, I like to present innovative proposals not influenced by current trends but often capable to generate new trends. I’ve always

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supported a more fluid and sculptural approach to design. Round shapes mean to me more comfort, relax and safety for the user.�

Snaidero has 60 years of experience in manufacturing high-quality kitchens, offering both the best available technology in industrial production and the unique tradition of made-in-Italy craftsmanship.

The company is also committed to environmental conservation and strives to control and recycle waste by using toxic-free and eco-friendly materials in both production and packaging. For these efforts, Snaidero has received several international environmental certifications.

Venus is available to the American consumer through Snaidero USA, which is the exclusive North American importer and distributor for Snaidero. Snaidero USA, which is celebrating 29 years of success in the market, operates through a retail network of 28 corporate showrooms and exclusive independent dealers. In Florida, Snaidero USA showrooms can be found in Hollywood (Miami), Coral Gables and Naples.

Snaidero USA is also active in the high-rise multihousing business: in the past 15 years, the company has established Snaidero as the kitchen manufacturer of choice for big developers like Turnberry, Trump, CMC Group completing 100 projects for a total of almost 11,000 kitchens installed (both in Florida and across all of North America). ‰ For more information, call 1.877.SNAIDERO or visit www.snaiderousa.com Below: The kitchen has become an open, multipurpose space.

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Zach Bell is featuring his Tunisian Lamb Tasting (bharat spiced loin, traditional brik with pickled eggplant and bulgar salad) Daniel Boulud is featuring his Pompano ‘en Crôute’(baby fennel, tomato confit, meyer lemon, smoked eggplant puree, sauce vierge)

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Alex is wearing a Lavender Jacket (Marc Jacobs), White Lycra pants (Sonia Rykielfrom Sabrina Monte Carlo), Glasses (Marc Jacobs), Purse (Marc Jacobs)

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Alex is wearing a black top, black bermuda shorts and clutch purse by Marc Jacobs, and shoes by Gucci.

Chef Zach Bell and kitchen staff look on as Alex features the Local Pompano “en Crôute” with baby fennel, tomato confit, meyer lemon, smoked eggplant puree and sauce vierge.

Alex is wearing a white tank top (La Roc - Intermix), tailored jacket, shorts and necklace by Marc Jacobs Lubyanka: Zyr Martini, Black silk top ($225), Periwinkle blue vintage lace pants ($250) Laurent Perrier champagne is accompnied by Curried Chicken with coconut and vietnamese herbs

Alex is wearing a white tunic dress, glasses and purse by Marc Jacobs Daniel and, pastry chef, Jennifer Reed are featuring a selection of classic Petits Fours (pistachio macaroons, raspberry tartlets, choux a la creme and red currant marshmallows)

Alex is wearing a top by Emilio Pucci and black bermuda shorts and clutch purse by Marc Jacobs. Her earings are by Ralph Laurent. and dining on Wild Louisiana Shrimp couscous salad with pink grapefruit, avocado, scallion and yogurt dressing.

Daniel is enjoying a Mexican Torta with house smoked pork loin, black beans, queso blanco, red onion, avocado on ciabatta.

Alex is wearing a green top by Sonia Rykiel.

Daniel is having the Swordfish ‘a la Grecque’ (with stuffed artichoke, grilled radicchio, baby arugula and black pepper-lemon glaze). Alex ordered the Tasmanian Sea Trout (spring pea ragoût, sorrel-radish salad, sweet cippoline onion sauce).

Alex is wearing a lavender/grey top/skirt set and purse by Marc Jacobs, and shoes by Jimmy Choo Alex is sipping a Palm Beach Lemonade (blood orange, mango and passion fruit fusion liqueur shaken with citron vodka and fresh lemon juice) Daniel is having an Orchard Martini (grey goose la poire vodka, mirabelle plum, french white peach, red currant & green apple)

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A MOVEABLE

By Melissa Cantor

FEAST Cruises that cater to culinary crowds are the industry’s latest way to hook potential passengers.

When in Rome, dine as the Romans do. You can expect high-end cruise ships to literally and figuratively adhere to this philosophy, as gourmet offerings become another way to stay afloat in an increasingly competitive industry.

With the average passenger checking in at 49 years old, the cruise industry faces an aging core customer group, as well greater competition brought on by the introduction of 12 new cruise ships in 2007. Every ship is looking for new ways to lure voyagers on board, and some companies have chosen to target lower-budget

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customers and scale down on amenities and costs. The British company easyCruise, for example, offers $19 cabins but excludes meals, maid service, tours and other traditional amenities from the cruise price.

Other lines are opting to offer more instead.

Two Atlanta-based lines, Groove Cruise and Rock Boat, offer what amounts to Spring Break at Sea—themed parties, raves, concerts and poker tournaments. And action adventure cruises like The Discovery include passenger activities that range from a dog sled ride through a rainforest in Alaska, to shark dives at the Melbourne Aquarium in Australia.

But luxury cruise lines know that even more important than the course the ship charts through the waters is how it navigates the path to a customer’s heart. The easiest route, as the adage goes, is often through his or her stomach.

Crystal Cruises, a high-end cruise operator that has been named “World’s Best Large-Ship Cruise Line” by Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler, incorporates the culinary arts into each of its voyages. From celebrity restaurateurs to a European-trained wait staff familiar with every guest’s preference, the dining experience aboard these ships is always first-class. The ships in Crystal’s fleet boast impressive wine cellars housing up to 20,000 bottles, and the company is so known for its culinary excellence that it created a proprietary wine label, C Wines.

Previous page top: The luxury 50,000-ton, 940-guest Six-Star Crystal Symphony is one of the most spacious cruise ships at sea. (bottom of page)Afternoon tea is de rigueur on all Crystal Cruises.

Above right: Redefine a ceasar salad with Healthy Adventures - nori seaweed and whole grain brittle served in a zuchini bowl. (p: M. Steinbacher) Right: Crepes flambées prepared table side are just one the sinful deserts served at sea on the Crystal Symphony

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For passengers seeking a deeper culinary immersion than that which comes with exquisite meals, Crystal offers Wine & Food Festival cruises, which revolve specifically around degustation. On the Festival cruises, A-list chefs such as Neal Fraser and Andrew Carmellini, and influential winemakers such as André Soltner, host cooking demonstrations and wine tastings. They also share recipes and cooking tips, and prepare fourcourse gala dinners spotlighting the signature cuisine of each guest chef.

Passengers also enjoy food at each port. Culinarythemed shore-side excursions round out the themed voyages, for example with an outdoor evening dinner in the Dubai desert or lunch at the Michelin-starred Relais Château Saint-James in Bordeaux. In 2007, the Wine & Food Festival cruises includes itineraries from Miami to Valparaíso, Rome to London, and Dubai to Rome—and the cuisine is intended to rival the splendor of the destinations every step of the way.

Crystal Cruises isn’t the only company helping itself to a piece of the aptly metaphorical pie. Princess Cruises has not only released a bestselling cookbook, Courses, A Culinary Journey, which has sold more than 100,000 copies worldwide; it’s also capitalized on its reputation for gastronomical greatness by incorporating cuisine into many of its shipboard programs.

Above: Sweet potato latkes. (p: M. Steinbacher) Below: Executive Chef Chad Sarno of Healthy Adventures, takes a unique approach to culinary crusing. (p: M. Steinbacher)

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In March, the Chef Table program debuted on Emerald Princess. For $75, gourmands get the opportunity to visit the ship’s galley during dinnertime and observe the kitchen staff’s busiest time—all while sipping on champagne and noshing on appetizers. The Maitre d’ personally introduces the passengers to the executive chef, who then previews the menu he’s created exclusively for the evening. At a special table in the dining room, the group enjoys a multi-course menu not offered elsewhere on the ship. The fare is up to the whimsy of the chef, who might be inspired by regional cuisine or might instead showcase indigenous ingredients from a recent port.

Each course is accompanied by extensive explanations of preparation methods and tasting suggestions, as well as red or white wine selected by the Maitre d’ to complement the meal. During dessert, the chef rejoins the group’s private table to answer any questions regarding either the evening’s meal or secrets of the culinary craft or sea-borne life at large.

In addition, this spring, Princess Cruises launched its Jr. Chef@ Sea Program on all of its ships. In what is also an attempt to create a family-friendly environment (another popular way of marketing cruises these days), a series of hands-on food preparation workshops are hosted for junior passengers in the mail galley areas of the ships. During the workshops, the young participants get a behind-the-scenes look at the workings of shipboard kitchens and learn the art of rolling sushi, decorating cakes or making dishes such as fruit pizza. “The Junior Chefs even suit up in mini toques and chef’s aprons, and receive a special certificate of achievement and photo at the end of the workshop, touting their culinary achievement,” Susanne Ferrull, a Princess representative, says.

And it’s not just the big companies that have caught on to the culinary craze. Michael Schrobat, a travel and tour designer

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Above left: The luxurious Nantucket Clipper main dining room awaiting its guests.

Above: With luxurious food comes first class service. Let yourself be pampered by the white glove service aboard all Crystal Cruise ships.

Below: Healthy Adventures cannelloni. (p: O. Erk)

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in Seattle, operates CETC (Culinary Expeditions Tour Company), which offers culinary cruises in the Pacific Northwest. CETC’s cruises introduce passengers to the regional cuisine and wines of Seattle, Portland and Victoria and Vancouver in British Columbia. During a CETC cruise, passengers not only visit each city’s best restaurants, but also engage in experiences off the beaten path—such as shopping at a local market with a renowned chef, or taking part in a private class on the regional cuisine.

And while cruise-caused weight gain is parleyed about as much as the oft-referenced “holiday five,” a gastronomically geared cruise need not be unhealthy, and you can indeed get more exercise than just walking around the buffet line. Healthy Adventures, a travel company in West Palm Beach focusing on healthy living, set sail with its first organic, vegan cruise in January of this year, which toured the U.S. and British Virgin Islands. Sample meals included hazelnut-crusted French toast with organic maple syrup and stewed blueberries and bananas for breakfast, and slow-baked ginger tofu with hedgehog mushrooms, sea beans and fried basil in a sesame-sake reduction for dinner. The cruise was so popular that Healthy Adventures scheduled an equally successful organic, vegan cruise around the Florida Keys weeks later.

Above: Turn your love of wines into an educational quest aboard a Crystal Cruise

Below: Lamb chops and greens - a healthy cruise can be a culinarily satisfying adventure

“When we eat in harmony with nature, our passion ignites and our true creative expression flows,” Executive Chef Chad Sarno says. “We can then experience all of life with greater awareness, compassion and excitement.” Healthy Adventures holds strongly to this vision, donating a portion of the proceeds from the getaways to organizations that work toward promoting healthy and holistic lifestyles.

Whether your culinary interests range from the animal-friendly to the undeniably decadent, bon voyage is a phrase that can certainly be paired with a side of bon apetit. ‰

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dine wine & spirits Dine magazine interviews Stephen Bloom, President of Tesori Wines.

TREASURES

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We, by name and by design, are a publication about dining.

We write about restaurants throughout South Florida; we write about restaurants in travel destinations; we write about what to do between bouts of dining both in South Florida and while traveling. And dining, whether out or at home, whether here or there, has a constant companion not written, but implied in our name…wine.

Most memorable meals include memorable wines. For, as most Europeans know, wines complement food as lyrics complement music. Either, well done, can stand alone, but oh, put together well, they sing!

So, there are books and books about how to pair the two well, but let us begin with just the one that must be fashioned elsewhere, then travel to join the food… the wine. How does a memorable wine reach the table? How does it reach the restaurant? How does it reach our shore, for that matter? To gain an insight into the journey and what prompts the journey, we sat down with Stephen Bloom, President of Tesori Wines, in Miami twice recently,

for the Great Wines of Italy tour, and as a donor of wine to the Miami Wine and Food Festival, and annual charity event which, this year, netted more than $1 million for the local community.

Dine: Steve, your background is in a completely different industry: industrial baking machinery and equipment; how did you come to be in the wine import business?

SB:An Italian colleague from my other business announced to me in 1999 that he had just spent a fortune on a vineyard in Barolo, and was going to start making wine, Well, I was already a judge on several wine competitions; I just never thought I would get involved in wine as a business., but my respect for both his business acumen and his passion for wine left me with only one thought…”this is an opportunity that doesn’t come twice!”

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My friend is Amabile Drocco, and the property is Cascina Adelaide…I decided on the spot to begin importing wines and began with his spectacular wines from Northwestern Italy, and have never looked back. Since then, I have added other small production wineries from all over Italy, so that, currently, I have about forty different labels.

Dine: All right, we know how you found your first wines. How about the others?

SB: It’s funny…I don’t go looking for wines to add – the few times I have tried I have not found wines that truly capture me…The really special wines, the ones that make it into the Tesori portfolio, just seem to present themselves to me in a way that I can’t resist Each of these hand-made, small-production wines wine speaks to me about its region, its quality, and its personality. And, interestingly, when I “fall” for one of these wines, there is almost always a spot for it in my portfolio, where it does not duplicate another wine already there. That’s how they’ve all come to be there, and each of them are special for that reason.

Dine: That being said, there is not an ‘ordinary’ wine in your portfolio…

Every one is a ‘hand sell’. You have to explain it to the distributors, who have to explain it to the restaurants and

Above: The Fermentation room at the Barolo Winery.

Left: La Cascina Adelaide sits right below the castle of Barolo.

Bottom: Grapes — what a simple, yet powerful beginning

wine shops, who have to explain it to their customers. Doesn’t that make for labor-intensive marketing?

There are other countries, though, with similar traditions, where I am exploring for more hidden wine jewels.

SB: It does. All through those layers, people have to have an understanding, even a passion for the wines to show them properly, but these are wines that inspire passion. And once tried, these are wines that instill admiration, loyalty, and…repeat business. So, yes, I have to work to sell them, but once sold, they continue to sell themselves.

Dine: If you had to advise someone perusing a wine list how to select something new to try, what would you say?

Dine: Your wines are all from Italy…Do you have plans to add wines from other countries?

SB: Yes. We have our first non-Italian coming aboard this summer. Italy has so many different winemaking regions, and each has wineries that take pride in the regionalism of their wines, so it has been a fertile ground for my portfolio-building.

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SB: I would tell them to ask the sommelier or server for a recommendation, telling him or her to ask for something, 1) that pairs well with the dishes to be ordered; 2) is a wine that reflects the wine region it’s from; 3) is a ‘boutique’ or small production wine; and 4) is in a certain price range.

That’s the way to have an interesting dining experience, and that’s the way to discover your own wine tesori…treasures.

Dine: Thank you, Steve. You’ve made me very thirsty. ‰

Michelle Bernstein, Michy's, Miami

Don Yamauchi, Tribute, Farmington Hills

Celina Tio, The American Restaurant, Kansas City

Don Pintabona, Dani Restaurant, New York

Bradford Thompson, Mary Elaine's at the Phoenician, Scottsdale

Aaron Sanchez, Centrico and Paladar, New York

Zach Bell, Café Boulud, Palm Beach

Starting March 25th some of the most renowned chefs will be touring the country to raise funds for Share Our Strength’s fight to end childhood hunger in America. They will partner with culinary elite in major cities across the country to create sumptuous multi-course dinners paired with exqsite wines.

Please join them and do your part to help end childhood hunger in America.

DATE

MARCH 25

City

Restaurant

Kansas City, MO

The American Restaurant

APRIL 16

Palm Beach, FL

Café Boulud

APRIL 19

Seattle, WA

The Herbfarm

APRIL 28

Salt Lake City, UT

The Metropolitan

MAY 10

Greenwich, CT

Jean Louis

MAY 21

Cleveland, OH

Lola Bistro

JUNE 11

Providence, RI

Gracie’s

JUNE 13

Nashville, TN

Sunset Grill

JULY 15

Las Vegas, NV

Alize at the Palms Hotel

JULY 17

Baltimore, MD

The Charleston

JULY 22

Dallas, TX

Stephen Pyles

JULY 31

Detroit, MI

Tribute

Los Angeles, CA

Sunset Towers

TBD

To buy tickets, please go to www.strength.org/atastefulpursuit Proceeds will benefit Share Our Strength, one of the nation’s leading organizations working to end childhood hunger in America. For more information go to www.strength.org/atastefulpursuit.

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Eleu “energy” massage to the Wai Meli Wahi “honey” revitalizing body scrub all of which take place in one of 10 private spa treatment rooms.

Dine Magazine took a special liking to the Lima Pa.lolo Makaki’i , a 5 clay balancing facial, and the Hana Hydrotherapy Room.

The facial is based on the principles of reflexology and color therapy and balances the energy of the face, while providing nourishment by using only pure essential oils. The 5 specific colored clays are applied to each reflex zone of the face leaving guests with rejuvenated skin and a feeling of content. This facial also includes a hand and foot massage, making it an invigorating whole body experience.

by Katy Lynch

ESCAPE TO

HAWAII The Maui Spa & Wellness Center

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mmerse yourself in a luxurious Hawaiian oasis at the newly launched Maui Spa & Wellness Center in Boca Raton, Florida.

This standalone spa, valued at over $3 million, is the area’s first Polynesianthemed day spa. The Maui focuses on nourishing the entire mind and body through Feng Shui inspired design and holistic wellness therapies. Founder Gayle Wentworth emphasizes that The Maui offers “inner healing and harmony” rather than outer beauty treatments.

When you enter The Maui, you are embarking on a lavish escape onto the islands of Hawaii. The feeling of pure relaxation begins upon arrival as you are

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handed a luscious cashmere robe to slip into and sip on exotic herbal tea in The Maui’s Kipahulu relaxation room. Designed to evoke the feeling of being on a moonlit hut on the island of Maui, the relaxation room features a twinkling, fiber optic star ceiling and soothing ocean sounds. The complimentary “Malie Wawae” or “calm foot” welcome foot ritual provided to you in the relaxation room further eases you into a state of true bliss.

This is only the beginning of your experience at The Maui. Guests can hand select from a variety of authentic Polynesian spa services that fit their mood and liking. Treatments range from invigorating massage services such as the

The Maui’s exclusive Hana Hydrotherapy Room provides a variety of water therapies and is a welcome addition to any spa treatment. It focuses on the healing powers of water that were learned early on by founder Gayle Wentworth. Included in the Hana Room are ion-balancing private copper soaking tubs, an area for exfoliating body scrubs and treatments, deluge waterfall and Swiss needle showers, and an aromatherapy steam room and infrared sauna that provides deep healing and detoxification of the body and senses.

The Maui provides total mind-body healing while offering a variety of authentic spa and wellness services, salon treatments and holistic practitioner services. The Maui also showcases a 2,244 square foot private rooftop garden lounge for guests to enjoy energizing fitness classes including Yoga, Meditation, and even authentic Hula. The Maui’s Orchid Tea Room located on the spa level offers anti-oxidant rich exotic, whole leaf teas, herbal & rooibos tisanes and treats.

Located at 2100 NW Boca Raton Boulevard in Boca Raton, The Maui Spa & Wellness Center is a welcome addition to the Boca Raton area. Call 561-3957733 for spa appointments or visit www. themauispa.com.

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ntering the grounds of the Ritz Carlton Grande Lakes in Orlando is less like entering a hotel in the middle of Florida, and more like being swept away to a remote European Chateau. Standing proudly next to the J.W. Marriott on Central Florida Parkway, barely a ten minute drive from Sea World and International Boulevard, it’s close enough to the lights and energy of the theme parks, but far enough away to truly feel like an escape.

Travelling through the long corridors, down the stairs and out to the lush gardens, one is guided towards the spa doors by what looks like fine granite, but what is actually crushed seashell tile, used in both the walkway and the columns aligning it.

Enter the 40,000 square foot spa (voted #1 spa in America by the readers of Travel and Leisure Magazine) and you are immediately swept away into a world of luxury and comfort. There are a variety of treatments to choose from, each offered in a room specifically designed to match a theme. There are two couples room, both of which are dimly lit and decorated in seductive yet calming motifs, one in red, one in blue. In the middle of these rooms rests two beds where couples are indulged in a lime scalp and massage treatment, rose petal bath, and manicure and pedicure for two. Another room, complete with

silken Asian wall tapestries and wooden rods along the ceiling, is designed for the exotic Ashiatsu (pronounced Ah-she-ahtzoo) massage, involving the masseur to “walk” down the guest’s back. The most intriguing room was the “wet” room.

Here one is showered, literally, with body treatments. The Vichey shower sprays water from multiple showerheads directly down the length of the spine while one is pampered with body wraps or a steaming stone massage. Finally, for those who prefer a more involved massage, the Thai room offers, most appropriately, the Thai massage, done on a plush cushion on the floor, involving both massaging and stretching techniques, perfect for those with consistent aches and pains.

In each of the men’s and women’s locker rooms are found a whirpool, sauna, and steamroom where one can finish the day by steaming life’s worries and stresses away.

Located at the Ritz Carlton Grande Lakes, 4040 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, FL. 32837. For more information call 407-206-2400.

The Ritz Spa prides itself on catering to individual needs. Aside from all the packages they offer, they are more than happy to design a day around your wants and wishes. The “Suite Life” offers two adjoining rooms, available for rent for an entire day. Along with a spa consultant, the guest would choose treatments most suitable for him or her. The day is broken up with a relaxing lunch on the private veranda before commencing another round of treatments. It is the epitome of indulgence.

Included in any of the spa treatments is the use of the extraordinary spa facilities.

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FAIRFAX MIAMI

Da Vinci

DA VINCI

ON THE OCEAN Nestled in the heart of Sunny Isles Beach, Da Vinci on the Ocean will afford residents access to the best South Florida has to offer. From upscale shopping, fine dining, and exciting nightlife, to renowned art galleries and nearby performing arts centers, the exclusive residences are ideally located between Miami and Fort Lauderdale.

The ultimate address for sophisticated homeowners in search of privacy and intimacy, Da Vinci on the Ocean will encompass 69 stunning residences, just three per floor – each with a private elevator and foyer. The luxurious 27-story tower offers twoand three-bedroom residences, each with breathtaking ocean views, priced from $1.3 million.

An elite lifestyle awaits residents and their guests, with features such as air-powered tubs, Smart Building Technology, a resortstyle pool, a controlled access garage with 24-hour valet, fingerprint ID access, and more.

Construction is set to begin in mid 2007 with completion scheduled for mid 2009.

Galleria Collection Marketing, Inc. is the exclusive sales and marketing agent for the community. For more information or a personalized preview of Da Vinci on the Ocean, please call the sales center at 305-940-0022.

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A new level of luxury has entered Miami’s South Beach Art Deco Design District with the renovation of the Fairfax. The Fairfax is a 49-suite high-end boutique hotel located at 18th Street and Collins Avenue and they will be offering fractional ownership where each owner will have a guaranteed usage of 13 weeks per year (Approximately 1 week per month) with the ability to add on more time. The hotel’s renovation was spearheaded by world class designer, Todd Oldham who most recently designed The Hotel, also in South Beach. Oldham has incorporated his work into the details of the property including everything from the stone and wine glass walls to the beautifully decorated concrete tiles that surround the garden patio area. Owners receive a membership to the private rooftop pool and dining area, the David Barton gym, and other amenities.

The Fairfax will also feature the restaurant Enoteca Spiaggia, which takes its name from Enoteca meaning “Wine Bar” and Spiaggia meaning “beach.” The restaurant which is the first expansion of Levy’s 23 year old popular Spiagga in Chicago will be led by James Beard award winning chef, Tony Mantuano.

Enoteca, according to Mantuano will have an “elegant edge” that will make guests feel like they’re dining in an Italian hotel in the 1950s, albeit “with more modernity.

The Fairfax is scheduled to open in early 2008. For more information, please visit their website at www.fairfaxsouthbeach. com Fairfax Restaurant

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SPACE 01

Residences & Hotel

Space 01 appeals to the modern buyer who wants it all. Led by a team of notable Miami architects, Chad Oppenheim and Kobi Karp, Space 01’s award-winning design is set apart by unexpected yet quintessentially practical architectural elements.

With only 54 units in total and just five to a floor – each unit is a minimum of 1,800 square-feet. The stylishly contemporary structure offers breathtaking waterfront views from every unit, thanks to floor-to-ceiling glass on the outer walls, and floorthrough layouts. Innovative retractable windows are designed to transform each residence into an enormous covered terrace, each with an infinity-edge Jacuzzi overlooking Biscayne Bay. The building comes complete with a rare roof top pool and sun deck offering 360-degree views of Miami and its beaches.

Space 01 is located in North Bay Village just off the Kennedy Causeway, connecting South Beach with Biscayne Boulevard.

North Bay Village, a series of three islands with breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay, downtown Miami and South Beach, has now become the address of choice for discerning residents looking for luxury and to maximize investments. With Space 01 leading the way for additional luxury condo developments such as Canyon Ranch Living, 360° and The Lexi, North Bay Village is maturing into a high-end community conveniently distant from the hustle of South Beach yet close enough to enjoy. For more information, please call 305-867-3035 or visit www.space01.net.

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Where to eat... where to eat?

Let dine magazine’s restaurant guide take you on a culinary voyage from miami to palm beach. We have organized our selection of the best dining venues by cuisine styles in each region – making it easy for you to fulfill your desire for the perfect gourmet experience. From down home american cuisine to exotic vietnamese, you will find restaurants in your neighborhood ready to tAntalize your taste buds. bon appetit!

Café Boulud - Ballroom Brazilian Court

Tuna Tartare A Fish Called Avalon, Miami Beach

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AMERICAN 3484...................................................................... page 88

3484 Main Highway, Coconut Grove, (305) 305-445-022 The Boulevard............................................... page 98

1926 Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood, (954) 272-6836

CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN Café maxx.......................................................... page 97

2601 E. Atlantic Boulevard, Pompano (954) 782-0606 East City grill.............................................. page 100

3558 North Ocean Boulevard, Weston (954) 659-3339 The Restaurant/Four Seasons . ........... page 110

2800 South Ocean Boulevard, Palm Beach (561) 582-2800

FRENCH CAFÉ BOULUD . .............................................. page 113

301 Australian Ave, Palm Beach (561) 655-6060 Yellow Tail Snapper Hi-Life, Ft. Lauderdale

LE BISTRO ........................................................ page 96

4626 North Federal Hwy., Lighthouse Point (954) 946-9240

INTERNATIONAL Karu & y............................................................. page 92

71 NW 14th Street, Miami (305) 403-7850 Michy’s............................................................... page 86

6927 Biscayne Blvd, Miami (305) 759-2001

Crawfish with Leek Cafe Boulud, Palm Beach Shrimp with Avocado, Grapefruit and Yogurt, Café Boulud, Palm Beach

Vix......................................................................... page 87

1144 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 779-8888

STEAK Bucky’s grill................................................ page 101

1451 N. Federal Hwy, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 563-6868 Forge.................................................................. page 91

432 41st Street, Miami Beach (305) 538-8533

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MEXICAN

Karobuta Pork Shoulder Karu & Y, Miami

MOQUILA........................................................... page 107

88 South East Mizner Blvd, Boca Raton (561) 394-9990

KOSHER café emunah.................................................... page 99

3558 North Ocean Blvd, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 561-6411

SEAFOOD A FISH CALLED AVALON................................... page 93

700 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 532-1727 The Cove Restaurant ............................... page 102

1755 Southeast Third Street, Deerfield Beach (954) 421-9272

Photography by: Simon Hare

Mozzarella di Bufala BOVA, Boca Raton

ITALIAN Bice.................................................................... page 108

313 1/2 Worth Ave., Palm Beach (561) 835-1600 Capri Blu Ristorante................................ page 112

251 Sunrise Avenue, Palm Beach (561) 832-4300 IL MARCO........................................................... page 109

99 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton (561) 447-6722 talula................................................................. page 82

210 3rd Street, Miami Beach (305) 672-0778

STEAK & SEAFOOD The grill at the setai................................. page 85

2001 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 520-6000 Tara Steak & Lobster House................... page 95

Rack of Australian Lamb Café Maxx, Ft. Lauderdale

2120 Salzedo Street, Coral Gables, Miami (305) 448-5111 Marc’s Chophouse..................................... page 106

337 East Indiantown Road, Jupiter (561) 747-2522

LATIN CACAO.................................................................. page 89

141 Giralda Avenu, Coral Gables (305) 445-1001 Ola Restaurant.............................................. page 83 Le Bistro Bison Le Bistro, Ft. Lauderdale

1745 James Avenue,Miami Beach (305) 695-4135

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MIAMI-DADE American 3484 Main Hwy 3484 Main HwyCoconut Grove, FL (305) 445-0022 www.3484mainhwy.com A delightful addition to the Grove wih fine food and great live music.

Fifty Restaurant & Lounge 444 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 532-2441 www.fiftyonline.com Classic American dishes from Ocean Drive’s sophisticated, yet casual eatery.

Table 8 1458 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 695-4114 www.theregentsouthbeach.com Featuring an innovative, weekly changing menu of California-style cooking spiked with unique, organic ingredients.

The Cheesecake Factory 19501 Biscayne Boulevard, Aventura (305) 792-9696 www.thecheesecakefactory.com The Cheesecake Factory 3015 Grand Avenue, Coconut Grove (305) 447-9898 www.thecheesecakefactory.com

Miami Beach’s darling of South Florida’s culinary community

The Cheesecake Factory 7497 Dadeland Mall, Miami (305) 665-5400 www.thecheesecakefactory.com A unique, upscale casual dining restaurant known for serving generous portions at moderate prices and offering more than 200 items.

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wned and operated by husband and wife chefs, Frank Randazzo and Andrea Curto-Randazzo, the restaurant has drawn popular and critical acclaim, including nods from The New York Times, Bon Appetit, and Gourmet, among others.

The secret to their success: the restaurant’s combination of comfort and creative cuisine. Each dish begins with fresh ingredients, encompassing flavors from the Mediterranean, Asia and the Southwest. Their cuisine excites the palate with layered flavors, and is served in hearty portions in a warm, welcoming environment reminiscent of a comfy neighborhood restaurant. www.talulaonline.com

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Lunch: Tues-Fri 12:00 - 2:30 pm Dinner: Tues-Thurs 6:30-10:30 pm Fri & Sat 6:30-11:30 pm, Sun 6-10pm Grand Sunday Brunch Buffet Served Sundays 11am - 3pm Closed Mondays 210 23rd St Miami Beach, FL 33139 For reservations call: 305.672.0778

The River Oyster House 650 South Miami Avenue, Miami (305) 530-1915 www.therivermiami.com Well orchestrated, unpretentious dining where the menu artfully combines the highest quality ingredients with the perfect blend of spiced flavors.

Argentinean Chocolate 2091 Coral Way, Miami (305) 858-9088 www.chocolaterestaurantmiami.com Focusing on authentic Argentine dishes, several of which feature the namesake ingredient - chocolate.

Graziano’s Restaurant 394 Giralda Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 774-3599 Fresh, authentic and innovate Argentine Cuisine Graziano’s Restaurant 9227 Bird Road/ Southwest 40th Street, Miami (305) 225-0008 Fresh, authentic and innovate Argentine Cuisine

Asian Café Sambal 500 Brickell Key Drive (in the Mandarin Oriental), Miami (305) 913-8358 www.mandarinoriental.com Boasting a modern Asian menu and a fantastic Sushi bar. With an interior design as innovative as the cuisine itself.

Ginger Grove 3000 Florida Avenue, Coconut Grove (305) 779-5100 www.gingergroverestaurant.com Enjoy bold Asian cuisine in an inspired communal setting.

Pacific Time 915 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (305) 534-5979 www.pacifictimerestaurant.com Pan-Asian treats which are worth their acclaim.

Caribbean Ortanique on the Mile 278 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables (305) 446-7710 www.cindyhutsoncuisine.com An eclectic fusion of different nations and their natural bounties prepared and placed creatively on one plate.

Chinese Tony Chan’s Water Club 1717 North Bayshore Drive, Suite 131, Miami (305) 374-8888 www.tonychans.com Crisp-crusted bread served fresh from our ovens daily, sets the mood for your next genuine italian experience.

Miss Yip Chinese Café 1661 Meridian Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 534-5488 www.missyipchinesecafe.com Great service, beautiful décor and the best Cantonese cooking in South Florida.

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Ola Restaurant 1745 James Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139 (305) 695-9125

Ola Restaurant Ibero-American Cuisine A Passport to Summer Dining by Chef Douglas Rodriguez

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Serving dinner 7 days a week Sun - Thurs 6:00 pm – 12:00 am Fri –Sat 6:00 pm - 2:00 a.m

la Restaurant dives into summer with its inaugural tour of Ibero-American Cuisine, a Passport to Summer Dining. Executive Chef Douglas Rodriguez has created a monthly menu available May through September that celebrates the culture and cuisine of Mexico, Brazil, Argentina and Spain.

The three-course prix fixe menus are priced at $35 per person (tax and gratuity are additional). Cocktails and music from each country will complement the menus and make the month an experience. Artwork by artists of the month’s country will be on exhibition at the restaurant and will change monthly.

Opened in 2003, Ola Restaurant has at last found the perfect home on James Avenue at the Sanctuary Hotel in Miami Beach. Executive Chef Douglas Rodriguez (dubbed the Godfather of Nuevo Latino Cuisine) has dramatically altered the perception of Latin food in the United States and raised the bar to a level of gourmet dining. Born and raised in Miami to parents who emigrated from Cuba, Rodriguez grew up amidst the flavors and aromas of Cuban American cooking.

STARTS Sumibi Yakikaisen (seafood skewers) Fish, Japanese green pepper, onion, asparagus. Served with arugula salad with lemon dressing. $11 GARDEN Sashimi Salad Mixed lettuce, tomato, carrots, cucumbers, tosazu sauce.

Tuna, salmon, whitefish, crab cake. $14 MEAT & POULTRY Sumibi Yaki Dual Beef and chicken skewers with Japanese green pepper, onion, asparagus . $19 Crispy Chicken Roll Carrots, asparagus, broccoli, crab served with raspberry sauce. Served with spinach mashed potatoes. $16 SEAFOOD Grilled Sake Salmon served with shitake mushroom, eggplant, Japanese escaveiche. $19 Yakisoba Shrimp, fish, mussels, veggies. $19 SUSHI Spider Saki Roll Soft shell crab, avocado, asparagus, cucumber. $10 Rolls Royce Roll Toro, negi, avocado, arugula salad with lemon dressing, white truffle oil. m/p DESSERT Ichiban Tropical Sushi Sakiroom’s special sushi made with rice coconut, tropical fruits and dark chocolate. $9

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The Grill 2001 Collins Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139 (305) 520-6000 Reservations please call: (305) 520-6400

The Grill

ENTRADAS Caprese with Teardrop Tomato and Bocconcini. $14

It will transport you from rustic heart to lavish luxury celebrating an experience with simple ideas.

Grilled Jumbo Scallops with a Citrus Salsa and Endives. $25

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Fri and Sat 7:00 p.m. until Midnight.

(Closed Mon and Tues)

electing the best of what makes a steakhouse great; The Grill at The Setai couples the finest cuts of 100% organic meat from the Niman Ranch with traditional sauces and a few proprietary ones including The Setai Steak Sauce, Anti Chucho, Wild Mushroom Cream with Brandy and House Blended Tarragon Mustard. A superb (and complimentary) antipasto whets the appetite; cured meat continues the journey followed by steakhouse regulars of salad, appetizers, sides and more ending with tantalizing desserts too good to pass up. Salmon is flown in fresh from Scotland and the Lobster arrives from Maine.

The Setai, South Beach, which opened in 2003, is a part of the prestigious hospitality portfolio of General Hotel Management (“GHM”) and a member of Leading Hotels of America. Established in 1992 by visionary hoteliers Adrian Zecha and Hans Jenni, GHM is a collection of distinctive hotels characterized by individuality and style inspired by their exclusive natural settings. Elegant accommodations in a comfortable retreat featuring personalized yet unobtrusive service are hallmarks of the GHM brand.

PLATO PRINCIPAL NIMAN RANCH NATURALLY GROWN BEEF 16ounces New York Strip. $50 NIMAN RANCH NATURALLY GROWN BEEF 16ounces Rib Eye. $48 SELECCION DE SALSAS Béarnaise The Setai Steak Sauce Anti Cucho Argentinean Chimichurri Wild Mushroom Cream with Brandy House Blended Tarragon Mustard ACOMPAÑAMIENTOS Asparagus of The Season. $10 Yukon Gold Potato Purée. $10 DULCES Whipped Dark Chocolate Mousse with Double Cream. $12 Caramel Pecan Pie. $12

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MIAMI-DADE Contemporary American 1220 at the Tides 1220 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 604-5070 www.tidessouthbeach.com A fine combo of high fashion and kitchen quality where each dish is born of a culinary vision designed to arouse all five senses.

Americana 1 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (786) 276-4000 www.ritzcarlton.com The “restyled american” cuisine served up here includes modern twists on comfort foods.

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he vision of Johnson & Wales prodigy, Michelle Bernstein, Michy’s has quickly become one of South Florida’s hot spots. A tribute to her personality, Michelle Bernstein fuses her ethnic background with her culinary savvy to create an innovative menu that is full of surprises. Situated on a serene area of up-and-coming Biscayne Boulevard, Michy’s vibrant colors and playful décor offer the fresh vibe of an unconventional yet intimate dining experience.

Beyond its chic ambiance, spirit, bold flavors, and entertaining atmosphere, Michy’s will continue to call the attention of foodies and non-foodies alike.

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Lunch: Tue - Fri: 12:00pm - 3:00pm Dinner: Sun, Tues - Thurs 5:30pm - 11:00pm.

Fri - Sat: 5:30pm - 11:30pm.

6927 Biscayne Blvd.

Miami, FL 33138 (305) 759-2001

Social Miami 1671 Collins Avenue (at Sagamore Hotel), Miami Beach (786) 594-3344 www.chinagrillmgt.com Where food, décor and setting encourage a highly civilized and thoroughly shared experience.

Cuban

Atrio Espirito Santo Plaza, 1395 Brickell Avenue, 25th Floor, Miami (305) 503-6529 conradhotels1.hilton.com Enjoy breathtaking city views while dining on innovative Latin and Asian-influenced cuisine.

Bella Cuba 1659 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 672-7466 www.bella-cuba.com Contemporary Cuban/Caribbean fare accompanied by a diverse 110-bottle wine list in a stylish setting

Jake’s Bar & Grill 6901 Red Road, Coral Gables (305) 662-8632 An eclectic, lively, aesthetically pleasing, and palatably sophisticated watering hole for grown-ups.

Bongo’s Cuban Café 601 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami (786) 777-2100 www.bongoscubancafe.com The 16,000 square foot restaurant by day, disco by night brings a blend of authentic Cuban cuisine and romantic atmosphere of old Havana.

La Nouvelle Boulangerie 328 Crandon Boulevard, #125, Key Biscayne (305) 365-5260 A cozy and casual atmosphere where every morsel of food is prepared in-house using only fresh and natural ingredients.

Michy’s

Neomi’s Grill 18001 Collins Avenue, 2nd Floor, Sunny Isles (305) 692-5770 www.trumpsonesta.com Features a blend of Contemporary American and tropical fare served in an atmosphere that is friendly, yet sophisticated.

Mark’s South Beach 1120 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 604-9050 www.chefmark.com Menu varies daily and features a large selection of imported wines and cheeses.

Max’s Grille 2 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 567-2600 www.maxsgrille.com A modern American bistro, featuring a contemporary menu with Asian and Latin influences with a well chosen wine list.

Nemo 100 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 532-4550 www.nemorestaurant.com Seafood and raw bar with a global meld (Sun Brunch).

Lario’s on the Beach 820 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 532-9577 Fabulous Cuban cuisine and al fresco dining combine to delight the senses.

Oriente at Cardozo 1300 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 695-2822 www.cardozohotel.com A collection of dishes blending the flavors of Cuba and the Far East that are as rich and exotic as the lands that inspired them.

Yuca 501 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (305) 532-9822 www.yuca.com/ South Florida’s original upscale Cuban restaurant featuring Innovative Nuevo Latino Cuisine or as the locals call it “Nuevo Latino.”

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Vix 1144 Ocean Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139

Vix Luxuriant design reminiscent of 1930s Paris, with an original menu that is highly international in its influences.

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hef James Wierzelewski, formerly of Chicago’s highly acclaimed Aria, brings his exciting and culturally inspired cuisine to Vix restaurant at South Beach’s HOTEL VICTOR. Chef James’ unique culinary flare stems from his travels around the world, and he refers to his signature style, which is inspired by many cultures, as the Four Flavor Palettes: Aisia, Latin America, the Middle East/India and the Mediterranean. While the menu reflects the flavors of various cuisines, each dish has a purity that respects the ingredients and cultural background on which it has been based. The symphony of flavors each diner experiences at Vix is perfectly complemented by the décor of the restaurant, which exudes designer Jacques Garcia’s customary luxurious sensibility.

The décor of the dining room is lavish, with a large aquarium of rare live jellyfish and a beautiful mosaic floor of tile, wood, carpeting and stone. With a stunning open kitchen and a talented and multicultural staff from around the globe, Vix introduces “eatertainment,” to South Florida – a combination of fine dining and culturally inspired flavorful entertainment.

MEDITERRANEAN Foie gras “two ways” pan seared and smoked torchon cardamom brioche, candied peppered-mango. $23 Smoked chicken with strozzapreti pasta, roasted tomatoes and eggplant braised onions and lemon-thyme, baby arugula. $36 ASIAN Grilled asparagus and marinated shiitake mushroom salad miso vinaigrette, edamame and daikon sprouts. $16 Pan roasted osaka black cod soy and sweet mirin glaze, fork-smashed snap peas. $40 INDIA / MIDDLE EASTERN Grilled saltwater prawn tagine with artichokes and preserved lemons tomato, peas and north african hot sauce. $39 Lamb biryani braised lamb scented with cinnamon and cardamom basmati saffron rice, yogurt and mint chutney. $40 LATIN AMERICA Argentinean mixed grill skirt steak, short ribs, chorizo with house chimichurri. $38 Shaved hearts of palm with granny smith apples quince and figs aji vinaigrette, toasted brazil nuts and iced goat cheese. $14 DESSERTS Seven sins of chocolate as experienced through the palates of the spice route. $15

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MIAMI-DADE French B.E.D. 929 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 532-9070 www.bedmiami.com Award-winning French-American contemporary cuisine, served in bed.

Blue Door 1685 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 674-6400 www.chinagrillmgt.com Refined modern French cuisine with Brazilian and global influences.

La Goulue Christian Delouvrier 9700 Collins Ave Ste 135, Miami Beach (305) 865-2181 www.lagouluebalharbour.com Where Parisian tastes meets Miami style.

Les Halles 2415 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Coral Gables (305) 461-1099 www.leshalles.net/ Parisian Brasserie bustling and lively serving the fresh and simple dishes of France’s everyday cuisine, Palme D’or 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 445-8066 x2411 www.biltmorehotel.com Patrons custom design their own dining experience around the 20-plus offered “tasting” plates.

A delightful addition to the Grove with fine food and great live music

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Everything is made from scratch to give it that homemade quality flavor. All our meats (fish, beef, and chicken) and vegetables are wood-smoked using our in-house smoker that infuses the meat with a distinctly unique taste especially when combined with our homemade rubs and sauces. We pride ourselves on using the freshest ingredients including many natural and organic meats and vegetables. We offer Wines to Make Your Taste Buds Sing, with over 70 well chosen wines. Live music is played six days a week with a wide variety of Miami talent.

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Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 4pm-Late Sat & Sun 11am-Late.

Live Music Tue-Sat Never a Cover 3484 Main Hwy Coconut Grove, FL 33133 (305) 445-0022

Pascal’s on Ponce 2611 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Coral Gables (305) 444-2024 www.myeorganizer.com/pascal Sublime contemporary French cuisine, featuring local ingredients and utilizing the classical French techniques.

Tamara 1677 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 532-2311 www.nationalhotel.com Enjoy a tantalizing menu of French fusion cuisine.

Greek Mykono’s Greek Restaurant 1201 Coral Way, Miami (305) 856-3140 Mediterranean specialties such as gyros and souvlaki yield much pleasure because the pita bread is heated to perfection and the lamb is lean.

Taverna Opa 36-40 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 673-6730 www.tavernaoparestaurant.com A combination of great Greek food and celebration creating a new meaning for the concept of dining.

Indian Imlee An Indian Bistro South Park Center, 12663 South Dixie Highway, Pinecrest (786) 293-2223 www.imleeindianbistro.com Known for it’s original creations plus it’s authentic, but unusual dishes.

International Afterglo 1200 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 695-1717 www.afterglo-restaurant.com Featuring innovative cuisine carefully designed to beautify the body both inside and out.

Azul 500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami (305) 913-8358 www.mandarinoriental.com An award winning blend of Mediterranean flavors with Asian influences.

Baleen 4 Grove Isle Drive, Coconut Grove (305) 857-5007 www.groveisle.com Tucked away in Coconut Grove’s Grove Isle, this restaurant is a challenge to find, but well worth the effort.

Chef Allen’s 19088 Northeast 29th Avenue, Aventura (305) 935-2900 www.chefallens.com The seasonal menu borrows from the classic American repertoire and adds exotic Caribbean flair.

China Grill 404 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 534-2211 www.chinagrillmgt.com A globe-spanning culinary adventure in a spectacular setting.

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CACAO 141 Giralda Ave Coral Gables, FL 33134 Ph: 305-445-1001

Cacao

SOUPS & SALAD Seafood Casuelita with Shrimps, Scallops, Corvina, and Mussels

True to its chocolaty moniker, the entrees are rich at this Latin American eatery.

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C Lunch: Mon- Friday 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (closed for lunch on Sat and Sun)

Dinner: Mon - Wed 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm Thur thru Saturday 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm Cacao is closed on Sun

acao translates from Spanish as chocolate and when creating the restaurant, Leal envisioned a name that would be instantly recognizable as something pleasurable in many languages. The name evokes the overall concept – delectable on the palate, sensuous to the eyes, ears and to the touch. And finally to the nose, the wafting aroma of outstanding cuisine, fine wines and handmade chocolate.Cacao is the epitome of “simple chic” with modern design elements. The interior compliments the cuisine creating a celebration of the virtues of great taste in a warm atmosphere – the perfect blend of style, service, elegance and comfort.

Rucola Salad with Cherry Tomato Ceviche, Wild Mushroom, and Orange-Ginger Vinaigrette APPETIZERS Warm “Cachapa” Corn Soufflé with Guayanes Cheese Trio of Fish Tiraditos Peruvian Sashimi of Tuna, Corvina, and Salmon ENTREES Alaskan Wild Caught Black Cod with Orange-Honey Glaze, Mashed Red Potato and Rucula Salad Roasted Quail stuffed with Chicken and Chorizo Mousse with Red Wine Sauce and Aji Panca Oil Braised Veal Cheeks with Yuca Mofongo and Wild Mushrooms DESSERTS “El Rey” Chocolate Trio Fantasy Dark Chocolate Cone with Milk Chocolate Mousse, Frozen Chocolate Bar, & White Chocolate Icoa Ice Cream

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MIAMI-DADE Caffe Abbracci 318 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 441-0700 Be pampered at this fine Italian eatery, where the attentive staff treats each guest like family.

Caffe da Vinci 1009 Kane Concourse, Bay Harbor Isles (305) 861-8166 www.caffedavinci.com Freshly made pastas and good value make this romantic spot a Bay Harbor neighborhood favorite.

Wagyu Sirloin, Karu & Y, Miami Karu Restaurant & Y 71 Northwest 14th Street, Miami (305) 403-7850 www.karu-y.com Amid a visual masterpiece where the architecture and cuisine create a culinary experience, guests at this restaurant and ultralounge will have all five of their senses enlivened.

Nexxt Café 700 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (305) 532-6643 Huge portions with a perfect vantage point on Lincoln Road. Relaxed with food from here and there.

Norman’s 21 Almeria Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 446-6767 www.normans.com Local ingredients prepared in creative ways.

Pelican Restaurant 826 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 673-1000 www.pelicanhotel.com South Beach staple dishing up light fusion foods.

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Santo 430 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (305) 532-2882 www.santomiamibeach.com/ An innovative menu based on recipes from Mexico’s Pacific coast specializing in seafood, steak, chicken and pasta dishes are offered to indulge diners with exotic fare.

Tantra Restaurant & Lounge 1445 Pennsylvania Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 672-4765 www.tantrarestaurant.com Featuring an exotic Middle Eastern décor, including a live grass floor and waterwall, sensual music and the acclaimed aphrodisiac cuisine.

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Vix 1144 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 779-8888 www.hotelvictorsouthbeach.com Luxuriant design reminiscent of 1930s Paris, with an original menu that is highly international in its influences.

Wish 801 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 674-9474 www.wishrestaurant.com Eclectic cuisine that embraces the robust flavors of American cooking and the subtle nuances of haute Asian cuisine.

Italian Ago 1901 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 695-3226 www.agorestaurant.com The trendy setting and clientele can’t steal the scene from traditional Italian cooking.

Bice Ristorante 18683 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles (305) 503-6011 www.bice.ws Lovers of superb Italian cuisine no longer have to travel out of state to savor the sensations of this internationally famous restaurant chain.

Café Avanti 732 41st Street, Miami Beach (305) 538-4400 www.cafeavanti.com Good, honest Northern Italian specialties are served with a personal touch.

Café Prima Pasta 414 71st Street, Miami Beach (305) 867-0106 www.primapasta.com A bright spot on a dingy street, this tiny café’s homemade pastas pack ‘em in.

Casa Tua 1700 James Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 673-1010 www.casatualifestyle.com A sleek and chic country Italian-style establishment set in a refurbished 1925 Mediterranean-style house cum hotel.

Cioppino 455 Grand Bay Drive (at the Ritz-Carlton), Key Biscayne (305) 365-4286 www.ritzcarlton.com With flavors reminiscent of a quaint repast in Siena, a seafood feast on the island of Elba, or a superb dinner overlooking the Arno in Florence, Cioppino features beautifully simple cuisine in sensuous and stunning surroundings.

Da Leo Trattoria 819 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (305) 674-0350 www.daleotrattoria.com To the point and directly to the gut Italian.

Escopazzo 1311 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 674-9450 www.escopazzo.com/ Specialties include lobster risotto and chicken rollatini stuffed with mortadella and fontina cheese.

Oggi Caffe 1666 79th Street Causeway, North Bay Village (305) 866-1238 www.oggicaffe.com Homemade pasta is the order of the day: fettucine, agnolotti, penne, spaghetti, and more.

Osteria del Teatro 1443 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 538-7850 A unique and constantly changing menu makes this little restaurant a winner with restaurant critics and local diners.

Romeo’s Café 2257 Southwest 22nd Street (Coral Way), Miami (305) 859-2228 www.Romeoscafe.com An intimate and elegantly appointed room in which a maximum of 28 guests are treated to a unique and exceptional dining experience from the minute they enter the room.

Sibilla Ristorante 833 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (305) 695-1654 Original takes on classic Italian cuisine featuring heirloom family recipes and top-notch service.

TiramesU 721 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (305) 532-4538 www.tiramesu.com The freshest authentic Italian Restaurant on Lincoln Road, since 1988.

Toscana 180 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 569-6511 This new restaurant concept features the food and wine of Tuscany in a warm and contemporary setting enhanced by elegant wood-carved wine cases and art depicting Tuscan landscapes.

Trattoria Sole 5894 Sunset Drive, Miami (305) 666-9392 www.trattoria-sole.com A main staple of restaurant goers seeking fine authentic Italian Cuisine with a flare for the dramatic.

Tutto Pasta Ristorante 1751 Southwest 3rd Avenue, Miami (305) 857-0709 www.tuttopasta.com Chef and owner Joao Carlos Olivera combines Italian cuisine with his Brazilian touch that creates flavors which will transport your palate to the Italian countryside.

Japanese Bond Street Lounge 150 20th Street, Miami Beach (305) 398-1806 www.townhousehotel.com An exciting and innovative interpretation of Japanese cuisine.

Nobu 1901 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 695-3232 www.noburestaurants.com Japanese food, with Peruvian, South American flair.

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The Forge 432 Forty-First Street Miami Beach, FL 33140 (305) 538-8533

The Forge An elegant restaurant with a creative twist, featuring an American cuisine and famous for the 16-ounce aged “Super Steak.”

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F Dinner served daily from 6:30 pm - Midnight

or American cuisine with a creative twist, try the elegant Forge, a Miami Beach landmark, owned and operated by Shareef Malnick. Infamous for its eclectic-yet incredibly inviting--ambience, this is the perfect backdrop for a film noir. The multifaceted restaurant pulses nightly with an assortment of celebs and their entourages.

The food? Well, the arrival of executive chef Andrew Swersky has elevated the culinary aspect of things. For the first time ever, the menu has been expanded to twice its size and includes delights such as tuna tartare served four ways: U2---as in only two to a pound---shrimp cocktail; and exclusive cuts of meat such as the 16-ounce aged “Super Steak.” To top it off, The Forge boasts one of the most extensive wine lists in South Florida. Refreshingly, the service behaves as if everybody is an A-lister. True hedonists will enjoy a Cuban cigar or a Cognac in the lounge after dinner (regulars store their collections in private lockers in the giant humidor).

Appetizers/Raw Bar Six Fresh Oysters East or West Coast, Served 3 Ways (pineapple ponzu, Japanese mignonette, yellow tomato mango wasabi). $18 Tuna Tartare Four Ways. $20 Soups/Salads Classic French Onion Soup. $10 The Simple Salad baby arugula, spinach, shaved hearts of palm, edible orchids, haricots verts, crispy fried grapes, asparagus, passion fruit dressing . $11 Seafood Fresh Yellow Tail Snapper “Francaise Style” sautéed with fresh artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, capers and dry Vermouth with homemade fettuccini. $33 Dover Sole pan sautéed, served with a beurre noisette of pineapple, tomato & mint, jasmine coconut risotto, sautéed fava beans, coconut, pineapple rings, rum butter. $40 Steaks, Chops & Other Meats 16 oz. “Super Steak” prime 21 day N.Y. strip. $45 Colorado rack of lamb double cut, pinenut, goat cheese & sweet potato crust, 24 hour roasted Campari tomatoes, rosemary Cabernet lamb reduction. $40 Desserts Specialty Souffles Belgian Chocolate, Grand Marnier Citrus & Chocolate Marble Vanilla Bean. $14

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MIAMI-DADE Latin Cacao Restaurant 141 Giralda Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 445-1001 www.cacaorestaurant.com True to its chocolaty moniker, the entrees are rich at this Latin American eatery.

Chispa 225 Altara Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 648-2600 www.chisparestaurant.com An energetic contemporary Latin Restaurant, which offers a unique combination of cuisine, ambience and service.

Novecento 1080 Alton Road, Miami Beach (305) 531-0900 www.novecentomiami.com Novecento 1414 Brickell Avenue, Miami (305) 403-0900 www.novecentomiami.com Great value Argentinean-Mediterranean food, excellent service and vintage inspired ambience.

Ola 425 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 695-9125 Pan-Latin cuisine served in a stylish Old World setting.

Karu offers an a la carte menu, featuring tapas, appetizers, starters, entrees, and desserts

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Ola Steak & Tapas Village of Merrick Park 320 San Lorenzo Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 461-4442 www.olasteak.com Fine restaurant that combines the flavors of the Latin and Spanish cultures.

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his enormous 42,000 square foot, city block space, encompasses Karu, an upscale eatery; Y, and opulent ultra-lounge and Tottem, a state of the art special events/entertainment venue that ultimately will create a sensational party destination. Karu offers an a la carte menu, featuring tapas, appetizers, starters, entrees, and desserts. All of the dishes can be individually tailored to your specifications, and handsomely paired with spirits and wines. Courses can range from 5 to 12 different dishes, depending on your appetite. The menu is not inexpensive, but it is‌a memorable treat. The place is upscale and the timing seems to be perfect for this gastronomic adventure. www.karu-y.com

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Mediterranean Dinner: Tues - Sat: 6:00pm -12:00pm Lounge: Wed: 6:00pm 2:00am, Thurs - Sat: 6:00pm- 3:00am 71 NW 14th Street in Downtown Miami, 33136 (305) 403-7850

1200 Courtyard Grill 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 445-8066 x2407 www.biltmorehotel.com Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at its best.

Antigua 1334 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 531-3440 www.macarenaweb.com Offering an intimate and pleasant atmosphere, excellent service and outstanding international cuisine.

Bizcaya Grill 3300 Southwest 27th Avenue, Coconut Grove (305) 644-4675 www.ritzcarlton.com The Mediterrannean influenced menu is heavy on high-style seafood dishes like the roasted scallops adorning a pile of polenta.

Katrine Restaurante 2530 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Coral Gables (305) 460-0100 www.restaurantkatrine.com Combining a wide variety of cocktails from around the world with excellent Gourmet Food with a Mediterranean and ethnic touch.

Mendoza 1155 Brickell Bay Drive, Miami (305) 377-4442 www.mendozarestaurant.com Fresh Mediterranean cuisine that offers a tribute to the wines of Mendoza.

Two Sisters 50 Alhambra Plaza, Coral Gables (305) 447-6101 www.coralgables.hyatt.com A tranquil haven tucked inside Hyatt Regency Hotel featuring mixture of Mediterranean specialties and slightly heavier continental fare.

Mexican Cantina Beach 455 Grand Bay Drive, Key Biscayne (305) 365-4500 www.ritzcarlton.com Ewnjoy Coastal Mexican-inspired cuisine, featuring a fresh, Baja California style menu under a thatched-roof palapa with plush lounges, fire pits and bar rails overlooking the ocean.

Jaguar Ceviche Spoon Bar and Latam Grill 3067 Grand Avenue, Coconut Grove (305) 444-0216 www.jaguarspot.com Casual elegance, fine food and neighborhood prices.

Middle Eastern Maroosh 223 Valencia Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 476-9800 www.maroosh.com Fine Mediterranean fare with an emphasis on the Middle East.

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A Fish Called Avalon 700 Ocean Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139 Ph: (305) 532-1727

A Fish Called Avalon Award-winning food, casual elegance, and indoor or streetside patio dining makes A Fish Called Avalon the perfect choice for South Beach dining.

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Open daily from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m.

SOUPS & SALADS Lobster & Crawfish Soup Port Shallot Fondue Wild Mushroom Salad Portobello/Shitake/Oyster 18 year Old Balsamic

APPETIZERS Our Famous Bang Bang Shrimp ocated in the heart of the South Beach Cucumber Slaw Orange Mint Sauce

scene inside Ocean Drive’s historic Avalon Hotel, A Fish Called Avalon has been a lively addition to Miami Beach since 1989. With an ocean view, live Latin-Caribbean music, and indoor and patio seating, A Fish Called Avalon is an ideal spot for top-notch cuisine and a vivacious atmosphere. The restaurant boasts a 29-item menu rife with unique selections for seafood lovers, meat eaters and vegetarians. All seafood is delivered to the restaurant daily. A Fish Called Avalon was awarded the Wine Spectator Magazine Award of Excellence in 2005 and 2006 for its well-rounded wine selections. It also earned the Zagat rating for “Best Seafood Restaurant.”

Duck Confit Spring Roll Pineapple Chili Ponzu Napa Cabbage slaw ENTREES Jamaican Jerk Grilled Grouper Roasted Tomato Grits Mango Relish Cilantro Cured Swordfish Mushroom Truffle Polenta Pomegranate Glaze Pecorino Florida Lobster Tail Truffle Augratin Key Lime Beurre Blanc Espresso Cured Lamb Rack Duck Confit Spring Roll Port Demi

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MIAMI-DADE Moroccan Nights & Link Lounge 9555 Harding Avenue, Surfside (305) 865-5333 Escape your comfort zone at this North Africainspired venue, which shakes up typical nightlife expectations with a dose of the exotic.

Peruvian Francesco 325 Alcazar Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 446-1600 www.FrancescoRestaurant.com You don’t have to travel to Lima to get a taste of great Peruvian food.

La Cofradia 2525 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Suite 110, Coral Gables (305) 914-1300 www.lacofradia.com There’s no need to travel to Peru to enjoy Chef Jean Paul Desmaison’s outstanding fusion of Mediterranean and Peruvian flavors.

Seafood A Fish Called Avalon 700 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 532-1727 www.afishcalledavalon.com Award-winning food, casual elegance, and indoor or streetside patio dining Altamar 1223 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (305) 532-3061 Fresh, premium seafood and European preparation techniques distinguish this Lincoln Road restaurant.

Joe’s Stone Crab 11 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 673-0365 www.joesstonecrab.com Serving up gigantic, meaty crab claws since 1923.

Le Bon 723 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (305) 673-3266 www.lebonrestaurant.com This Belgium eatery has over twenty options of mussels served with amazing pommes frites with a delectable homemade mayonnaise for dunking.

Quinn’s 640 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 673-6400 www.quinnsmiami.com Cleverly redefining “local flavor”, the beloved chef here fuses old-Florida style seafood concepts with progressive global trends.

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Tarpon Bend Raw Bar & Grill 65 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables (305) 444-3210 www.tarponbend.com A mixture of American Classics highlighted by daily fresh catches and an amazing array of seasonal raw bar items served in a casual yet sophisticated setting.

Spanish La Dorada 177 Giralda Avenue, Coral Gables (305) 446-2002 This elegant Spanish restaurant boasts impressive service, presentation and unusual fish dishes.

Steak Christy’s 3101 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Coral Gables (305) 446-1400 www.christysrestaurant.com/ Steak is king here, but several non-beef selections are offered such as char-broiled salmon and stuffed grouper.

Houston’s 17355 Biscayne Boulevard, North Miami Beach (305) 947-2000 www.houstons.com Houston’s 201 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables (305) 529-0141 www.houstons.com Houston’s offers a substantial menu that focuses on generous and unusual salads, and a variety of beef, pork, chicken and seafood options.

Linda B. Steakhouse 320 Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne (305) 361-1111 www.lindabsteakhouse.com Enjoy a new era in dining featuring the finest in steaks.

Morton’s The Steakhouse 1200 Brickell Avenue, Miami (305) 400-9990 www.mortons.com The nation’s premier steakhouse group, specializing in classic, hearty fare, serving generous portions of USDA prime aged beef, as well as fresh fish, lobster and chicken entrees.

Prime One Twelve 112 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (305) 532-8112 www.prime112.com Upscale steakhouse with hip, lively clientele and art deco furniture.

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 2320 Salzedo Street , Coral Gables (305) 461-8360 www.RuthsChris.com USDA Prime grade steaks served in Ruth’s Chris signature fashion … “sizzling.”

Shula’s 2 6842 Main Street, Miami Lakes (305) 820-8047 www.donshula.com Nationally renowned steakhouse known for their famous 48-ounce Porterhouse.

Shula’s Steak House 5225 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 341-6565 www.donshula.com Nationally renowned steakhouse known for their famous 48-ounce Porterhouse.

Shula’s Steak House 7601 Miami Lakes Drive, Miami Lakes (305) 820-8102 www.donshula.com Nationally renowned steakhouse known for their famous 48-ounce Porterhouse.

Smith & Wollensky 1 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 673-2800 www.smithandwollensky.com A premium steak and chop house specializing in dry-aged prime beef, but also serving a wide array of fresh seafood and shellfish bouquets.

The Forge 432 41st Street, Miami Beach (305) 538-8533 www.theforge.com An elegant restaurant with a creative twist, the Forge features American cuisine and is famous for the 16-ounce aged “Super Steak.”

The Palm 9650 East Bay Harbor Drive, Bay Harbor Island (305) 868-7256 www.thepalm.com Offering everything a good steakhouse should: tender cuts of meat, filling sides, fresh salads, and desserts that are meals in themselves.

The Palm 4425 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Coral Gables (786) 552-7256 www.thepalm.com Offering everything a good steakhouse should: tender cuts of meat, filling sides, fresh salads, and desserts that are meals in themselves.

Tuscan Steak 433 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 534-2233 www.chinagrillmgt.com This sophisticated Florentine grill is two parts Northern Italy and one part South Florida and features a family-style menu.

Steak & Seafood Chart House Restaurant 3371 Pan American Drive, Miami (305) 856-9741 www.chart-house.com Featuring a menu that is tailored to complement local cuisine while introducing a hint of the exotic.

The Capital Grille 444 Brickell Avenue, Miami (305) 374-4500 www.thecapitalgrille.com An upscale steakhouse serving dry aged steaks, mouth-watering appetizers, fresh seafood, chops, and irresistible desserts matched with out-of-this world service.

Sushi Blue Sea 1685 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 674-6400 www.morganshotelgroup.com The ultimate eat-in kitchen featuring an innovative selection of fresh seafood, caviar and sushi.

Doraku 1104 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (305) 695-8383 www.sushidoraku.com Classy Japanese eatery near Lincoln Road Mall offers urban hipsters fresh fish dishes.

Sushi Samba Dromo 600 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (305) 673-5337 www.sushisamba.com A fusion of Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian cuisine, music, and design.

Thai Tamarind Thai 946 Normandy Drive, Miami Beach (305) 861-6222 www.tamarindthai.us Top-notch gourmet and authentic Thai food (no sushi) with first-class service and prices that can’t be beat.

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4140 Bar & Grille 4140 North Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 358-4140 www.4140barandgrille.com The from-scratch menu causes mouthwatering anticipation.

Johnny V Restaurant & Lounge 625 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 761-7920 www.johnnyvlasolas.com The menu combines the freshest ingredients of South Florida with a beautifully blended selection of spices from the Caribbean and South America.

Café Emunah 3558 North Ocean Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale (954) 561-6411 www.myemunah.com Healthy, chic, organic dining is what you’ll find at this enlightening restaurant/lounge/tea bar.

East City Grill 1800 Bell Tower Lane, Weston (954) 659-3339 www.eastcitygrill.com South Florida’s “go-to” spot for Creative American Cuisin e.

JB’s on the Beach 300 North Ocean Boulevard, Deerfield Beach (954) 571-5220 www.jbsonthebeach.com Offering you the Caribbean experience without having to leave South Florida. Featuring continental cuisine with an island flair.

The Boulevard An American Bistro 1926 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood (954) 272-6836 www.theblvdbistro.com/ An eclectic bistro, specializing in modern takes of classic dishes, and a fusion of regional and world cuisines.

Relaxed and refined best describe the dining experience at Tara

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ara Steak & Lobster House™ is, Steak and Lobster. Dubbed by Zagat respondents as “the Peter Lugar of the South,” Tara incorporates family recipes to complete the classic steakhouse menu, with sauces and dressings made fresh in-house daily. Delight your taste buds with dry aged short-loin Porterhouse steaks, succulent three-six pound Maine lobsters, grilled chops, seafood dishes, and other homemade signature specialties. Vinophiles will revel in the Wine Spectator Award-Winning wine list, which contains an impressive selection of over two dozen wines by the glass. Live entertainment with Jazz & Standards duo Heart & Soul.

Dinner served daily Sun - Thur.

5:00 - 11:00 pm Fri. & Sat. 5:00 - Midnight Wine Tasting on Thursday Happy Hour Mon - Fri 5 pm - 7 pm 1430 SE 17th Street Causeway Fort Lauderdale.

(954) 765-6202

The Cheesecake Factory 600 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 463-1999 www.thecheesecakefactory.com A unique, upscale casual dining restaurant known for serving generous portions at moderate prices and offering more than 200 items.

The Cheesecake Factory 2312 Sawgrass Mills Circle, Sunrise - The Oasis at Sawgrass Mills (954) 835-0966 www.thecheesecakefactory.com A unique, upscale casual dining restaurant known for serving generous portions at moderate prices and offering more than 200 items.

Mango’s 904 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 523-5001 www.mangosonlasolas.com Margaritaville meets Las Olas at this moving and shaking restaurant-lounge.

Chinese Christina Wan’s Mandarin House 664 North Federal Highway , Ft. Lauderdale (954) 527-0228 www.christinawans.com Dine “Dim Sum” style here, which is having small portions of a variety of different dishes.

Wild East Asian Bistro 1200 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 828-1888 Waterfront bistro in Fort Lauderdale combines inexpensive but delicious Pan-Asian fare with priceless ambiance.

Contemporary American Grill Room on Las Olas 620 East Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 467-2555 www.grillroomonlasolas.com A stately, elegant restaurant with all the oldworld comforts of a classic grill room.

Himmarshee Bar & Grill 210 Southwest 2nd Street, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 524-1818 www.himmarshee.com A favorite for casual, American cuisine with an eclectic twist. Chef Peter Boulukos creates simple, fresh dishes using seasonal local ingredients Mark’s Las Olas 620 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 463-1000 www.chefmark.com Classical cooking techniques with the freshest local ingredients.

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Le Bistro Restaurant 4626 North Federal Hwy, Lighthouse Point, FL (954) 946-9240 www.lebistrorestaurant.com

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odern French and healthful world influences to make an exciting menu to delight all tastes.

Chef Andy is a culinary instructor at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale as well as European educated, trained & traveled. Our goal is to make you feel comfortable, present well-balanced, tasteful, colorful food & an enjoyable dining experience.

Tuesday through Sunday from 5:00 PM Reservations are recommended

Seasons 52 2428 East Sunrise Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 537-1052 www.seasons52.com Celebrating living well through seasonally inspired healthier dining 52 weeks a year.

The Grape at Las Olas 706 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 467-2433 www.yourgrape.com A non-intimidating and pleasurable atmosphere in which to enjoy great wines and food.

French Le Bistro Restaurant & Cooking School 4626 North Federal Highway, Lighthouse Point (954) 946-9240 www.lebistrorestaurant.com Modern French and healthful world influences.

GREEK Taverna Opa 410 North Ocean Drive, Hollywood (954) 929-4010 www.tavernaoparestaurant.com A combination of great Greek food and celebration.

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International Flowers 2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors (954) 563-7752 www.flowers2345.com Offering the absolute best in fine dining, ambiance and service.

Italian Café Vico 1125 North Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 565-9681 The Italian/Mediterranean menu combines delicious pasta dishes like penne puttanesca, “top flight potato gnocchi” and many other excellent choices.

Casa D’Angelo 1201 North Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 564-1234 www.casa-d-angelo.com Using only the freshest and the finest products available, Chef Angelo creates simple, nonetheless extraordinary, combinations of flavors and textures.

Louie Louie 1313 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 524-5200 Casual, comfortable italianbistro.

BROWARD Mancini’s Ristorante Italiano 1017 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 764-5510 www.Mancinis1.com Not just a place to eat great food, but a restaurant to have the perfect meal.

Rino’s Tuscan Grill 1105 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 766-8700 Drawing crowds in for authentic Tuscan fare in bountiful proportions amid a fashionable Las Olas waterfront setting.

Ristorante Luna Rosa 2096 Northeast 2nd Street, Deerfield Beach (954) 429-8386 www.caffelunarosa.com Offering an authentic Italian experience in a casual atmosphere.

Ruggero’s Bistro & Martini Bar 2671 East Oakland Park Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 563-4683 www.ruggerosbistro.com Serving an eclectic mix of authentic Italian cuisine.

Timpano Italian Chophouse 450 Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 462-9119 www.timpanochophouse.net Revive the big city dining experience with big flavor steaks, chops, and pasta matched by fullbodied red wines in a sophisticated setting while intimate torch songs and ballads echo through the lounge and dining room.

JAPANESE Wasabi Cafe 1506 E. Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale (954) 772-0555 Traditional Japanese cuisine and sushi is served in a modern yet comfortable setting. A sushi bar caters to both traditionalists and more adventure prone customers.

kosher Café Emunah 3558 North Ocean Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 561-6411 www.myemunah.com Healthy, chic, organic dining is what you’ll find at this enlightening restaurant/lounge/tea bar. glass.

Dishes combine Thai, Caribbean and Mediterranean influences innovatively presented in a modern, eco-friendly wi-fi enabled interior space.

Mediterranean Trina Restaurant & Lounge 601 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 567-8070 www.trinarestaurantandlounge.com Located in the Atlantic Hotel, this restaurant and lounge draws its tremendous appeal from its lively, hip interior and oceanfront patio. Stainless steel stools adorn the curved bar, and blue lanterns hang overhead while white linens, flower vases and candles top the outdoor tables. The kitchen specializes in seafood and Mediterranean cuisine, and the bar offers potent cocktails.

Seafood 3030 Ocean 3030 Holiday Drive, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 765-3030 www.3030ocean.com Maximum flavor, maximum freshness and maximum fine dining pleasure.

Bluepoint Ocean Grill (at the Seminole Hard Rock) 5730 Seminole Way, Hollywood (954) 327-8911 www.bluepointamerica.com Fresh seafood, classic cocktails, warm surroundings and friendly service.

Fish, A Restaurant 1850 SE 17th Street Causeway, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 527-5433 www.fish-fl.com A resort casual, upscale, contemporary, white linen seafood restaurant.

Legal Seafood 2602 Sawgrass Mills Circle, Sunrise - The Oasis at Sawgrass Mills (954) 846-9011 www.legalseafoods.com This chain restaurant claims “If it isn’t fresh, it isn’t Legal.”

Tarpon Bend Food & Tackle 200 Southwest 2nd Street, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 523-3233 www.tarponbend.com A mixture of American Classics highlighted by daily fresh catches and an amazing array of seasonal raw bar items served in a casual yet sophisticated setting.

The Cove 1755 Southeast Third Street, Deerfield Beach (954) 421-9272 www.thecoverestaurant.com The Intracoastal locale provides a waterside dock with a view of boat traffic and the Hillsboro bridge.

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Café MaxX 2601 E. Atlantic Blvd.

Pompano Beach, FL 33062 (954) 782-0606

Café Maxx

APPETIZERS Tuna Sashimi Pizza with wasabi cream cheese, sweet soy and tobbiko caviar

Experience the Legend. Since 1984, Café Maxx has been one of the country’s most lauded restaurants.

Crab & Shrimp Potstickers with braised cabbage, chili vinaigrette and sweet soy

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E Dinner Nightly Mon - Thurs 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Fri - Sat 5:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Sunday 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

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ach evening Darrel Broek welcomes guests into the warm and inviting atmosphere that is Café Maxx. After work, patrons can be found relaxing at the intimate bar or outside on the newly created patio enjoying a mix of signature cocktails, classic drinks and award-winning wines. Behind the scenes, celebrity Chef Oliver Saucy is busily creating an array of culinary masterpieces.

The maestro’s menu has been praised world-wide for its innovative interpretation of Florida regional cuisine. And while the selections change daily as Saucy purveys the freshest ingredients for his recipes, there are signature dishes that everyone associates with the restaurant including Tuna Sashimi Pizza, Sunflower Macadamia Crusted Goat Cheese, and Sweet Onion Crusted Yellow Tail Snapper.

With summertime almost at hand, patrons have many exciting reasons to dine at Café Maxx frequently as there are special summer menus and enticing wine offerings. Inquire and Enjoy.

SALADS Sunflower Macadamia Crusted Goat Cheese over mesclun greens, hearts of palm and pineapple rum vinaigrette Pesto Bread Crumb Coated Mozzarella beefsteak tomato, grilled Portobello, arugula, creamy balsamic vinaigrette ENTREES Rack of Australian Lamb with red bliss-wild rice custard timbale, grilled summer vegetables and rosemary natural sauce Citrus & Tarragon Roasted Mahi Mahi sweet potato studded Israeli cous cous, braised endive and mango peppercorn vinaigrette DESSERT Hawaiian Vintage Chocolate Soufflé Cake warm flourless chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee in an almond lace cup with pineapple rum caramel sauce & cookies

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BROWARD Steak Bucky’s Grill 1451 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale (954) 563-6868 www.buckysbar-b-que.com This sister location to Bucky’s in Boca Raton presents American classics with a barbeque flair.

Rich mahogany woods, flat screen for game viewing, menu selections include fresh swordfish, filet mignon and an undercover local’s wine list offering 40 plus wines by the glass.

Carlton’s Restaurant & Lounge 1727 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard, Hallandale (954) 457-9240 www.carltonsrest.com A contemporary, alternative steakhouse featuring a piano-lounge experience and focusing on quality and variety.

Chima 2400 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 712-0581 www.chima.cc A carnivore’s dream where waiters dressed in full Gaucho regalia roam the beautiful, Brazilianthemed dining room and bring skewers of over a dozen kinds of meats.

Houston’s 2821 East Atlantic Boulevard, Pompano Beach (954) 783-9499 www.houstons.com Houston’s offers a substantial menu that focuses on generous and unusual salads, and a variety of beef, pork, chicken and seafood options.

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Jackson’s Steakhouse 450 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 522-4450 www.jacksonssteakhouse.com Elegant ambience, impeccable service and excellent beef make for a prime steakhouse.

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or Chef JORGE VARONA, is the culmination of 15 years of dedication, passion, and a little touch of fate.

With his own culinary style emerging, in December 2005, Chef Jorge fulfilled his dream, with the opening of his own restaurant, an eclectic, intimate bistro, in downtown HollywoOD whether it’s integrating regional and world cuisines; like the ST. LOUIS BARBECUED RIBS slow-roasted with fresh ginger, sweet onions and garlic, rubbed with a homemade Thai-style Bar- B-Que sauce; or modern interpretations of classic dishes, such as the BRAISED SHORT RIBS served with collard greens, stone ground blue cheese grits, and crisp tobacco rings, Chef Jorge’s American Bistro is a gastronomes haven.

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Open for Lunch and Dinner daily Sun - Thur 11:30 am - 11:00 pm Fri. & Sat. 11:30 - 12:00 midnight Wine Dinners Every 3rd Thursday Happy Hour Mon Fri 5 - 7 1926 Hollywood Blvd.

Hollywood, FL 33020 Reservations Call (954) 272-6836

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 2525 North Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 565-2338 www.RuthsChris.com USDA Prime grade steaks served in Ruth’s Chris signature fashion … “sizzling.”

Grill 66 & Bar 2301 Southeast 17th Street Causeway, Pier 66 Marina, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 728-3500 www.grille66andbar.com Offering fresh seafood and prime steaks in an elegant waterfront setting.

Tara Steak & Lobster House 1430 Southeast 17th Street, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 765-6202 www.tarasteakandlobsterhouse.com Award winning cuisine featuring steaks, Maine lobsters, and Chilean Sea Bass with tarragonshallot white wine sauce.

The Capital Grille 2430 East Sunrise Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 446-2000 www.thecapitalgrille.com An upscale steakhouse serving dry aged steaks, mouth-watering appetizers, fresh seafood, chops, and irresistible desserts matched with out-of-this world service.

sushi Café Emunah 3558 North Ocean Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 561-6411 www.myemunah.com Healthy, chic, organic dining is what you’ll find at this enlightening restaurant/lounge/tea bar. glass. Dishes combine Thai, Caribbean and Mediterranean influences innovatively presented in a modern, eco-friendly wi-fi enabled interior space.

Thai Galanga Thai Kitchen & Sushi Bar 2389 Wilton Drive, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 202-0000 www.galangarestaurant.com This popular, casually stylish restaurant delivers outstanding Thai and Japanese cuisine.

Sukhothai 1930 East Sunrise Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale Shula’s on the Beach (954) 764-0148 321 North Ft. Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale www.sukhothaiflorida.com (954) 355-4000 A family-owned Thai restaurant featuring highwww.donshula.com quality food at surprisingly affordable prices.

Nationally renowned steakhouse known for their famous 48-ounce Porterhouse.

Thai Spice 1514 East Commercial Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale (954) 771-4535 Steak & Seafood www.thaispicefla.com Council Oak Steak & Seafood Dine in one of the three main dining rooms while 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood enjoying tradional Thai dishes, as well as many (954) 327-5701 gourmet appetizers and entrees. www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com Sizzling steaks and sumptuous seafood top the menu.

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Café Emunah 3558 North Ocean Boulevard Fort lauderdale, Florida 33308 (954) 561-6411

Café Emunah New, Zen inspired, modern dining sanctuary offering ‘enlightened’ cuisine, attentive service and innovative presentation.

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C Open Sun - Thurs 11 am–10 pm Fri 9 am–4 pm Sat from 1½ hours after Sunset until 2 am

afé Emunah completes the trendy lifestyle of the young professional by offering an inviting space for lunch and dinner. Executive Chef Hodney Doliscar’s dishes combine Thai, Caribbean and Mediterranean influences. Hydroponic greens cut fresh on-site for the customer, farm raised fish and garden-direct teas complete Emunah’s commitment to healthy, organic dining. The menu begins with “Foresight” a combination of appetizers such as the Genesis Salad and Enlightened Encrusted Salmon Cakes. “Revelation” entrées include Lemongrass Essence Mahi Mahi and Green Tea Seared Tuna. Whole leaf teas and organic coffees make the “Soul Stirrings” a must have.

Café Emunah is strictly enforced by ORB (Orthodox Rabbinical Board) kosher supervision. A unique side dish of ‘table talk’, casual conversation with a professional source, is available to guests. ‘Table talk’ runs $20 per 15 minute increments. This unique menu item makes for the quintessential coffee (or tea) talk, truly completing this uplifting dining experience.

FORESIGHT (appetizers) INSPIRED MISO SOUP wok vegetables, lemongrass-ginger infused sticky rice, miso broth finished with sesame-crusted tuna tataki. $11 ENLIGHTENED ENCRUSTED SALMON CAKES kataifi-encrusted salmon, pan-seared & served over asian slaw with coconut curry aioli & drizzled with key lime oil. half $9 / full $14 REVELATION (entrees) LEMONGRASS ESSENCE MAHI MAHI banana leaf-wrapped grilled mahi en papillote, island-inspired curry sauce with coconut milk. half $16 / full $25 PEACEFUL EARTH BURGER ground chickpea, garlic, & cilantro on a brioche roll w/ hydroponic romaine, yellow tomato, & island fries. $11 SEA BASS DIVINE filet mignon of sea bass, scotch bonnet-jamaican yam mash green apple & 4-way cress salad, finished with passion fruit vinaigrette. $26

AFTER THE FLOOD (sushi) SMILE ROLL tuna, salmon, and yellowtail, inside-out with pineapple, papaya, mango, cilantro oil, shredded coconut & topped with avocado. $13 DAY 5 ROLL hamachi, blue-fin tuna, avocado, asian pear, cilantro, mint leaf, topped with masago, sayonachi, & cilantro sauce. $12 GARDEN OF EDEN (dessert) CHAI TEA BRULEE. $7 HEAVENLY BANANA BREAD PUDDING. $6

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EAST CITY GRILL 1800 Bell Tower Lane Weston, FL 33326 (954) 659-3339

East City Grill South Florida’s “go-to” spot for Creative American Cuisine

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D LUNCH DAILY 11:30-3:30 DINNER NIGHTLY: Monday-Thursday 5:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Friday-Saturday 5:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Sunday 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Reservastions Nightly: Suggested

arrel and Oliver’s East City Grill is South Florida’s “go-to” spot for Creative American Cuisine. Located in Weston, Town Center, the restaurant boasts an eclectic clientele.

Families enjoy the friendly atmosphere and culinary classics served with a twist, while the young professional crowd also savors the polished refinement and energetic evening scene.This award-winning blend is the concept of Darrel Broek and Chef Oliver Saucy of Café Maxx fame. With East City Grill, the duo have created an ambiance that fluidly evolves from day to night, while tempting the palate with each passing hour. “We pride ourselves on an ever-changing, innovative menu,” says Executive Chef Oliver Saucy. “We offer all your favorite foods, with a creative edge. This provides a familiar feel, but stimulates your palate with a little excitement.”The menu features an extensive array of fresh seafood, but also caters to meat lovers with wonderous presentations of lamb, veal, pork, and beef filet.

Naturally, a diverse selection of poultry, salads and creative appetizers round out the menu.

And then there are the decadent desserts!

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SALADS GRILLED ATLANTIC SALMON SALAD Over Arugula & Haricot Verts with Roasted Peppers, Tomatoes, Olives & Sun-Dried Tomato Balsamic-Basil Vinaigrette. $18 ENTREES BASIL PESTO & CHICKEN PENNE PASTA Onions, Peppers, Spinach, Sun Dried Tomatoes, White Wine, & A Touch of Cream. $18 FILET MIGNON Gorgonzola Potatoes au Gratin, Red Wine Natural Sauce, & Three Peppercorn Compound Butter. $35 PAN ROASTED BELL & EVANS “RANGED” CHICKEN Mostly Boneless, with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Broccolini and Wild Mushroom Leek Jus. $21 SAUTEED YELLOWTAIL SNAPPER Dusted in rice flour and sauteed, Sticky Rice, Asian Vegetables, Citrus Tamari, & Sweet Soy. $28 SHIMP LINGUINI PASTA Roasted Sweet Peppers, Garlic, Shallots, Spinach, Cherry Tomatoes & Basil-Sherry Shrimp Sauce. $25

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Bucky’s Grill 1451 N Federal Highway Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 (954) 563-6868

Bucky’s Grill A 21st century “House of Bar-b-que” specializing in American classics with barb-que flair

APPETIZERS Smoked Salmon Dip with Homemade Dressing. $ 9 Rotisserie-Fired Drumettes w/ BBQ Glaze. $12

SALADS Chimi-churri Steak Salad he face of traditional bar-b-que has of- Chimi-churri marinated skirt steak with mixed greens and ficially changed with the arrival of the gorgonzola cheese, topped with shoestring onions & tossed 10,000 square foot restaurant sensation. No in a vinaigrette dressing. $16

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T Operating Hours: Mon -Thurs 11:30am10pm Fri 11:30am-11pm Sat 5pm-11pm Sun 4pm-10pm

plastic forks and picnic tables here—Bucky’s Grill is revolutionizing the bar-b-que scene by upscaling the typically downplayed cuisine. The mouthwatering menu features traditional home cooked favorites like toasty Carolina-pulled pork sandwiches and fall-offthe bone-tender smoked beef ribs, topped with “secret” sauces, served in lavish portions on fine china. Additional dishes include filet mignon, prime rib & seared tuna alongside an array of Bucky’s signature salads, as rich in presentation as they are in taste. The cache doesn’t end there as the venue showcases an elegant steakhouse atmosphere rich in warm, mahogany accents and modern touches like HD flatscreen TV’s. The well-thought wine list is exceptional, offering over 40 selections by the glass. A specialty martini menu is almost as tempting as dessert with options like the “Choco-Mintini” -- a sweet finish to a hearty meal. Sister location Bucky’s Bar-B-Que is located at Glades and Dixie Highway in Boca Raton.

ENTREES Our Signature Beef Ribs Beef ribs brushed with a chipotle barbeque sauce, served with bleu-cheese slaw and Smokehouse baked beans. $22 Carolina Pulled Pork Sandwich Tender pulled-pork slow roasted & placed atop sweet coleslaw then topped with a mustard barbeque glaze & served with your choice of sides. $10 Honey BBQ Glazed Salmon Atlantic salmon grilled and basted in our homemade honey BBQ glaze and served in bleu-cheese slaw. $19 DESSERTS Sweet Potato Cheesecake. $6 Double Layer Carrot Cake. $6

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32 East 32 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach (561) 276-7868 www.32east.com Offering fresh ingredients, evocative delicious food, and an interesting, extensive wine list.

CoCo 290 Sunset Avenue, Palm Beach (561) 832-3734 www.cocopalmbeach.com Visit CoCo for an intoxicating interpretation of venerable Far East cuisine with the elegant undertones of Palm Beach.

Palm Beach Grill 340 Royal Poinciana, Palm Beach (561) 835-1077 www.hillstone.com American cuisine served in a casual atmosphere with wood overtones and an open kitchen.

The Banyan Bar & Grill 2 East Camino Real, Boca Raton (561) 395-9335 www.theaddison.com A relaxed, yet elegant dining experience set among the Banyan covered patio.

The Cheesecake Factory 701 South Rosemary Avenue Suite 179, West Palm Beach (561) 802-3838 www.thecheesecakefactory.com A unique, upscale casual dining restaurant known for serving generous portions at moderate prices and offering more than 200 items.

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t the Cove, nestled on the Intracoastal for 30 years, the endless boat parades and having fun are just as important as the food. With outside dining available on the covered dock and 3 bars, two inside and one outside, the watering-hole atmosphere has made The Cove one of the best “ComeAs You-Are” eateries in South Florida.

The legendary Happy Hour offers twofor-one drinks with a complimentary buffet five nights a week. The Intracoastal locale provides a waterside dock with a panoramic view of the Hillsboro Bridge and the Waterway.

With the new decor, Raw Bar, Lunch and Dinner Menus replete with salads, fresh local seafood, steaks, luscious desserts and more at The Cove! www.TheCoveRestaurant.com

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Lunch and Dinner Happy Hour 4 - 7pm.

Monday-Friday, Two-for-one drinks with a Complimentary buffet bar 1755 SE Third Court Deerfield Beach, FL 33441-4420 Hillsboro Boulevard at the Intracoastal (954) 421-9272

Echo 230A Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach (561) 802-4222 www.echopalmbeach.com Asian cuisine influenced by China, Japan, Thailand and Vietnam.

Kyoto Sushi & Sake Lounge 25 Northeast 2nd Avenue, Suite 208, Delray Beach (561) 330-2275 www.kyotosushisake.com Kyoto has defined the meaning of “Sushi Night Life,” bringing together service, sushi, and style in an out of the ordinary atmosphere.

Suite 225 225 East Ocean Avenue, Lantana (561) 582-2255 A place for the sushi connoisseur to sample a wide range of exotic items, while offering cooked dishes that are interesting variations on the norm.

The Cheesecake Factory 5530 Glades Road, Boca Raton (561) 393-0344 www.thecheesecakefactory.com A unique, upscale casual dining restaurant known for serving generous portions at moderate prices and offering more than 200 items.

Thaikyo Asian Cusine 201 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (561) 588-6677 www.thaikyo.com Large, spacious restaurant decorated with red panels draped across the ceiling, Thaikyo offers a fusion of Thai and Japanese cuisine.

The Cheesecake Factory 11800 Lake Victoria Gardens Avenue, Palm Beach Gardens (561) 776-3711 www.thecheesecakefactory.com A unique, upscale casual dining restaurant known for serving generous portions at moderate prices and offering more than 200 items.

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The Yard House 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Avenue, Palm Beach Gardens (561) 691-6901 www.yardhouse.com An upscale-casual eatery known for its extensive menu, classic rock music, and world’s largest selection of draft beer.

Nirvana 1701 North Congress Avenue, Boynton Beach (561) 752-1932 www.nirvanafl.us A delicious fusion of flavor that’s out of this world, generous wine list, live entertainment and more.

Pineapple Grille 800 Palm Trail, Delray Beach (561) 265-1368 www.pineapplegrille.com Old Florida style dining in and indoor and outdoor setting serving contemporary American and tropical food.

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BICE 313 1/2 Worth Ave. Palm Beach, FL 33480 (561) 835-1600

Bice Lovers of superb Italian cuisine no longer have to travel to savor the sensations of this internationally famous restaurant.

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A Lunch: Mon - Sun 12:00 - 4:00 pm Dinner: Mon - Sun 4:00 - 10:00 pm

uthentic Milanese cuisine comes to Palm Beach at this internationally celebrated restaurant. Spare and polished, it’s a perfect setting for elegance, combined with the flair of a true Miami hotspot. Breakfast includes a light selection of French pastries and standard fare. Lunchtimers come for the tagliatelle tossed in Bolognese meat sauce, since pasta is strictly homemade. Dinner features braised veal shank “Ossobuco” with Saffron Risotto and the company’s Pappardelle al Telefono di Bice Milano. The solid Italian fare hails back to its roots with quality ingredients, but also looks forward with a touch of nouvelle creativity; Desserts run the gamut from tiramisu to a refreshing seasonal fruit platter with lemon sorbet. For a truly Italian experience, order the cheese plate for dessert, which comes with a trilogy of hard, soft and blue cheeses; a trio of chestnut, acacia and millefiori honeys; and freshly roasted walnuts. The textural and flavor counterpoints of these combinations energize rather than weigh down the palate.

ANTIPASTI Prosciutto San Daniele con melone dolce e aceto balsamico di Modena Prosciutto San Daniele with sweet galia melon and balsamic vinegar reduction. $18 Carpaccio di manzo condito con tartufo nero, insalatina di funghi, rucola, e Parmigiano Beef carpaccio dressed with black truffle and a salad of arugola, cremini mushrooms, and Parmesan. $18 INSALATE Indivia Belga con Gorgonzola e Noci Tostate in Vinaigrette alla Senape di Dijon Belgian endive and Gorgonzola Cheese Salad with a Dijon Dressing and Toasted Walnuts. $14 Insalatina di pesce e crostacei su passata agra di pomodoro e basilico Seafood and black olive salad on citrus and tomato coulis. $17 PRIMI PIATTI Spaghetti con Aragosta Come in Costa Smeralda Spaghetti with Maine Lobster and Cherry Tomatoes Finished with Lobster Infused Virgin Olive Oil. $25 Risotto con gamberi, capesante e scorzetta di limone Risotto with prawns and sea scallops scented with lemon zest. $23 SECONDI PIATTI Filetti di branzino mediterraneo al cartoccio, con carciofi freschi e patate Mediterranean Sea bass fillets baked in papilottte with potatoes and fresh artichokes. $37 Filetto di manzo in pancetta e rosmarino e salsa al porto, su purea di patate e pomodori secchi Beef tenderloin wrapped in bacon and rosemary, served on sun dried tomato mash, Port sauce. $39

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LEISURELY OR EXPRESS… HOW DO YOU LUNCH? lei.sure.ly (le¯’zhur-le¯) adv. 1. Without haste, to revel

in one’s company & good taste 2. relaxing, free from worries Also called “sublime” [see: BO VA RI STORA NTE ]

ex.press (ik-spre˘s’) adv. 1. Quick, swiftly presented, with no delay 2. direct and enjoyable, efficient Also called “power lunch” [see BO VA RIST ORA NTE ]

AT BOVA, THE POWER OF CHOICE IS YOURS experience our new $ 95 21 Three Course Prix Fixe Lunch Menu or our A La Carte Summer Menu …leisurely (at your own pace) or express (45 minutes and under) LU NCH SE RVE D 1 1: 30 – 3 PM DA ILY H APP Y H OUR 4 – 7 PM MON DAY TH RO UG H F RI DAY E X E CU T IVE CH E F P E TE R M AS IE L L O

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PALM BEACH Opus 5 5050 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton - Town Center (561) 544-8000 www.opus5boca.com Superb American cuisine, with Asian accents, in a casually elegant setting that combines New York sophistication with South Beach energy.

Rhythm Café 3800 Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach (561) 833-3406 www.rhythmcafe.cc Bohemian restaurant with an ambitious menu serving everything from very good filet mignon to well-prepared seafood.

Chimichurri Steak Salad, Bucky’s, Ft. Lauderdale

CHINESE Uncle Tai’s 5250 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton - Town Center (561) 368-8806 Authentic Hunan style Chinese cuisine where quality is showcased and the service is Frenchstyle.

CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN Absinthe 5150 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton (561) 620-3754 www.absintheboca.com Elegant brasserie with a turn-of-the-century theme offers visitors and locals a taste of history.

Bistro Zenith 3011 Yamato Road, Boca Raton (561) 997-2570 www.bistrozenith.com An upscale American Bistro with eclectic menu items.

Café Chardonnay 4533 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens (561) 627-2662 www.cafechardonnay.com Creative American cuisine, fine wines, and elegant décor.

City Cellar Wine Bar and Grill 700 S. Rosemary Ave, West Palm Beach (561) 366-0071 www.bigtimerestaurants.com Multi-ethnic dishes served in an urban setting surrounded by a magnificent glass enclosed wine cellar.

City Kitchen 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Avenue, Suite 2104, Palm Beach Gardens - Downtown (561) 491-CITY www.bigtimerestaurants.com A straight forward, American style of cooking highlighted by the best and freshest ingredients, paired with great wine and great service.

Dada 52 North Swinton Boulevard, Delray Beach (561) 330-3232 closermagazine.com/dada.htm Casual dining enviroment. Features a full bar and most entrees are under $20 Kee Grill 14020 U.S. Hwy 1, Juno Beach (561) 776-1167 Choose from a wide variety of Californian, American and Hawaiian cuisine in a beautiful setting that makes you feel like you are on a tropical island.

Seasons 52 11611 Ellison Wilson Road, Palm Beach Gardens (561) 625-5852 www.seasons52.com Celebrating living well through seasonally inspired healthier dining 52 weeks a year.

Seasons 52 2300 Northwest Executive Center Drive, Boca Raton (561) 998-9952 www.seasons52.com Celebrating living well through seasonally inspired healthier dining 52 weeks a year.

Taboo 221 Worth Avenue, Palm Beach (561) 835-3500 www.taboorestaurant.com American cuisine served along the heart of Worth Avenue.

The Grape 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Avenue, Palm Beach Gardens (561) 694-7799 www.yourgrape.com A non-intimidating and pleasurable atmosphere in which to enjoy great wines and food at reasonable prices.

Bizarre Avenue Café 921 Lake Avenue, Lake Worth (561) 588-4488 www.bizaareavecafe.com Little bistro featuring tapas, pizza, a nice wine selection, sandwiches, fabulous entrees and more.

Caffe Luna Rosa 34 South Ocean Boulevard, Delray Beach (561) 274-9404 www.caffelunarosa.com Offering a memorable and authentic Italian dining experience in a casual atmosphere.

Johannes 47 East Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (561) 394-0007 Chef Johannes Fruhwirt has created an excellent dining experience here, complete with a velvet rope out front that gives diners the feeling that they’re about to enter an intimate dinner party.

Sundy House 106 South Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach (561) 272-5678 www.sundyhouse.com/ Cross-cultural dishes with a Florida-inspired twist and a showcase of seasonal ingredients.

Mark ‘s Mizner Park 344 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (561) 395-0770 chefmark.com The menu looks to the Mediterranean world for inspiration and finds it in pastas, pizzas, crisp salads, and rustic ingredients.

Old Calypso 900 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach (561) 279-2300 www.oldcalypso.com Tasty New Orleans and tropical cuisine situated on the Intercoastal Waterway.

Cafe Boulud, Palm Beach

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PALM BEACH The Restaurant 2800 South Ocean Boulevard, Palm Beach (561) 582-2800 www.fourseasons.com/palmbeach Offering award-winning Southeastern regional cuisine amid elegant surroundings.

The elegance of fine dining and impeccable service with a variety of steaks, chops and fresh fish.

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or a mouthwatering steak in your own backyard, Marc’s Chophouse in Jupiter offers that and much more.

Porterhouse Grilled to Perfection and Smothered with Sauteed Onions, Mushrooms, Bell Peppers, Cherry Peppers and Herb. Finished in a White Wine Veal Reduction. Marc’s also offers great fish. Because the chef never knows exactly what species of fish he’ll find, he doesn’t list any on his menu except for the Shellfish a la Marc’s which is Lobster Tail, Shrimp, Calamari, Asparagus, & Sun-Dried Tomatoes in a Pink Sauce over Linguini. To top off your perfect evening try the Bananas Foster prepared tableside. Outdoor dining is also available. marcschophouse.com

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Bistro Provence 2399 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton (561) 368-2340 www.bistroprovence.com Small, cozy restaurant featuring a menu that is classic Provencal.

Café Cellini 2505 South Ocean Boulevard, Palm Beach (561) 588-1871 www.cafecellini.com Continental cuisine served in an elegant atmosphere.

Café Boulud 301 Australian Avenue, Palm Beach (561) 655-6060 www.danielnyc.com Offering a warm and welcoming French-American venue created by renowned Chef Daniel Boulud.

Café L’Europe 331 S. County Road, Palm Beach (561) 655-4020 www.cafeleurope.com French/American cuisine served in a window-filled bistro and formal dining room.

Chez Jean-Pierre 132 North County Road, Palm Beach (561) 833-1171 Traditional and contemporary French cuisine served in three dining areas with traditional Mediterranean and funky décor.

Kathy’s Gazebo Café 4199 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton (561) 395-6033 kathysgazebo.com Dover Sole to die for and other exquisitely prepared classic Continental dishes please even the most finicky diner at this traditional Boca café.

La Vieux Paris 200 West Camino Ral, Boca Raton (561) 368-7910 Good, reliable French fare is the hallmark of this comfortable restaurant.

Maison Carlos 207 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach (561) 659-6524 www.maisoncarlos.com Continental cuisine served in a dining room replete with canvas umbrellas, trees and sunny yellow walls.

Marc’s Chophouse

CUBAN Dinner, 7 Days From 4:30 - 9:30 pm.

Marc’s Chophouse 337 East Indiantown Road Suite 10 Jupiter, FL 33477 Phone: (561) 747-2522 Fax: (561) 747-6889

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Cabana el Rey 105 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach (561) 274-9090 www.cabanarestaurant.com New Latin cuisine served amid a colorful décor.

Cabana Las Palmas 118 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach (561) 833-4773 www.cabanarestaurant.com New Latin cuisine served amid a colorful décor.

L’Anjou 717 Lake Avenue, Lake Worth (561) 582-7666 French restaurant with a welcoming, friendly and comfortable atmosphere.

L’Escalier 1 South County Rd., Palm Beach (561) 659-8480 www.thebreakers.com Modern French cuisine served in an elegant setting with an exhibition kitchen.

INTERNATIONAL Atrio Restaurant 123 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach (561) 833-9576 www.atriopb.com Combining taste from the Far-East to the Southwest.

Columbia Restaurant 651 Okeechobee Blvd , West Palm Beach (561) 820-9373 www.columbiarestaurant.com Enjoy authentic Spanish cuisine, such as paella, black beans and rice or traditional Spanish yellow rice and chicken.

Coca Cola Brownie Hi-Life, Ft. Lauderdale

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Moquila 88 SE Mizner Blvd.

Boca Raton, FL 33432 (561) 394-9990

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Located in Boca Raton’s “So Palm” District Open for Lunch: Mon - Fri Dinner- 7 Days Private Parties and Reservations Welcome 561-394-9990 Convenient Call Ahead “Curbside Takeout” Call 561-395-9991 Free WiFi

Imaginative and Inventive.

Fresh and Festive.

APPETIZERS & FIRST BITES Antojitos y Botanas Mariscos Encendidos (Clams and Mussels) - Chorizo, Roasted Peppers, Corn & Tequila-Guajillo Chile Broth. $13.95

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Ceviche Coctel de Callos (Bay Scallop Ceviche) - Jicama, Avocado, Chipotles & Roasted Tomato Gazpacho. $11.95

rom an inspirational retreat in the mountains of Mexico, Chef Rich Garcia’s culinary sensations are certain to be savored and celebrated. MoQuila is defined by fresh ingredients…meticulously created dishes, homemade tortillas, tamales, mole and salsas, sublime marinades, fresh guacamole created tableside, exceptional flavors … Savor the aromas of the finest Mexican cuisine imaginable… and 200 exquisitely-smooth tequilas. (Okay some may have a bite. Choose wisely!)Garcia has incorporated fine el Tesoro tequilas into the menu, bringing a fresh approach to sautéed calamari, gazpacho and yes, even strawberry mousse. Referred to as “Nuevo Cocina” (new cuisine), MoQuila’s menu can best be described as traditional and authentic dishes prepared with new culinary techniques. Take pleasure in the bustling and inviting atmosphere of this new urban fiesta.

Sit back and enjoy the cosmopolitan interior uniquely accented with authentic handcrafted furnishings.

ENSALADA - SALAD Ensalada Cruda (Fresh Vegetable & Fruit Salad) Jicama, Cucumber, Pineapple, Avocado, Oranges, Hearts of Palm, Lime & Chile Pequin. $8.95 PLATOS GRANDES - MAINPLATES Pescado con Nectar de Agave (Agave Nectar-Glazed Florida Grouper) Green Beans, Roasted Hearts of Palm & Pineapple-Jicama Salsa. $25.95 ARROZ CON MARISCOS (Yellow Rice & Assorted Shellfish) Shrimp, Scallops, Clams, Mussels, Green Peas, Roasted Peppers, Yellow Rice & Lobster-Guajillo Chile Broth. $34.95

Bienvenidos… www.moquila.com

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PALM BEACH Too Bizarre 287 East Indiantown Road, Jupiter (561) 745-6262 www.toobizaare.com A wine, tapas, and sushi bar filled with plush couches and lounge chairs.

Arturo’s Restaurant 6750 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton (561) 997-7373 www.arturosrestaurant.com Italian cuisine in Tuscan villa setting serving meat, seafood, and pasta.

Yopo 5520 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens (561) 799-6320 www.allegrorestaurantflorida.com New World ingredients with classical techniques

Basil Garden 5837 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton (561) 994-2554 A friendly place where basic southern Italian food is served in good quantity with better than good quality.

ITALIAN Amici Ristorante and Bar 375 S. County Road , Palm Beach (561) 832-0201 www.amicipalmbeach.com Northern Italian fare with a Tuscan influence featuring rigatoni with spicy tomato sauce and roasted eggplant, potato gnocchi, grilled veal chops, risottos, and pizzas from a wood-burning oven.

Bice Ristorante 313 1/2 Worth Avenue, Palm Beach (561) 835-1600 www.bice.ws Lovers of superb Italian cuisine no longer have to travel out of state to savor the sensations of this internationally famous restaurant chain.

Buonasera Restaurant 2145 S Us Highway 1, Jupiter, FL (561) 744-0543 Italian restaurant serving Northern Italian dishes in a warm environment and lush décor.

Old Calypso

Old Calypso 900 E. Atlantic Avenue Delray Beach, FL (561) 279-2300 OldCalypso.com

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he restaurant is airy and wideopen tropical atmosphere, with a stunning view of the Intracoastal view. A popular happy hour takes place at the center bar, and during Sunday brunch, music is blended in. The restaurant may not be the trendiest spot in Delray, but it ranks up there as one of the most solid contenders when it comes to day in and day out fine dining.

Sunday Brunch Lunch Monday Thru Saturday Dinner NightlySteak You’ve Ever Had” ”The Best

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BOVA Ristorante 1450 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton (561) 362-7407 www.bovaristorante.com Innovative Nuovo Classico cuisine (Italian with a modern twist) prepared by Executive Chef Peter Masiello in an ultra chic restaurant/bar/lounge atmosphere and South Beach style decor, BOVA premiers as the ultimate destination to “Dine & Be Seen”.

Capri Blu 251 Sunrise Avenue, Palm Beach (561) 832-4300 www.capribluflorida.com Every dish is authentically prepared, the result being a pure and subtle version of Italian cuisine.

Cucina D’angelo 5050 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton - Town Center (561) 750-2344 www.cucinadangelo.com Boca Raton’s Premier Italian Restaurant featuring Tuscan Cuisine.

Il Bellagio 600 Rosemary Ave Suite 170, West Palm Beach (561) 659-6160 www.ilbellagiocityplace.com Serving authentic Italian cuisine in casual, vibrant atmosphere.

Il Cioppino 210 East Ocean Avenue, Lantana (561) 588-1420 An upscale Mediterranean menu that highlights fish as well as the seafood dish for which the restaurant is named.

Josephine’s Italian Restaurant 5751 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton (561) 988-0668 www.josephines.net Beautifully prepared Italian cuisine – prime Veal and Lamb, fresh Seafood, succulent Chicken and delicate Pasta – is served nightly using the freshest produce and best quality ingredients to achieve rich, satisfying flavors.

La Villetta 4351 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton (561) 362-8403 www.lavillettaboca.com A homey, well-attended restaurant with uncompromising cuisine, La Villetta offers Boca denizens an authentic taste of Italy.

Luna Pazza 171 East Palmetto Park Road , Boca Raton (561) 391-1515 www.lunapazzaboca.com A solid Italian eatery where you can be sure that traditional pasta dishes like penne Bolognese are as good as any of the daily specials.

Maggiano’s 21090 St. Andrew’s Boulevard, Boca Raton (561) 361-8244 www.maggianos.com Italian food that is prepared lovingly with only the freshest of ingredients, authentic recipes and pride.

Paradiso 625 Lucerne Avenue, Lake Worth (561) 547-2500 www.paradisolakeworth.com Italian restaurant serving Northern Italian dishes in a warm atmosphere and lush decor.

Pranzo Restaurant & Bar 402 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (561) 750-7442 Italian restaurant featuring Tuscan-style cuisine.

Menu specializes in huge portions and family platters.

Renato’s 87 Via Mizner, Palm Beach (561) 655-9752 www.renatospalmbeach.com Go, enjoy, indulge your senses, sate your appetite. Then sing its praises to your friends.

Ristorante Bova 1450 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton (561) 362-7407 www.ristorantebova.com Gleaming establishment serving New Italian fare with glamorous South Beach style.

Ristorante Saporissimo 366 Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (561) 750-2333 You’ll breathe the Italian atmosphere while you enjoy your meal prepared the moment you order.

Rustico Italiano Restaurant 701 Lucerne Avenue, Lake Worth (561) 547-2782 www.rusticoitaliano.com A homey little Italian restaurant offering an eclectic menu.

Tiramisu 855 South Federal Highway, Boca Raton (561) 338-9692 Relax in a cozy atmosphere while dining on fresh traditional Italian dishes.

Tramonti 119 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach (561) 272-1944 A New York-style Italian restaurant set in Delray.

Trattoria Romano 499 East Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (561) 393-6715 Postmodern meets Italian country at Trattoria Romana.

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IL Marco 99 SE Mizner Blvd.

Boca Raton, FL 33432 (561) 447-6722

Il Marco Authentic Southern Italian cuisine in an elegant and inviting setting.

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l Marco offers guests an elegant atmosphere, complete with Southern Italian authenticity including an extensive tableside antipasto bar, special Italian-recipe cocktails and specialty martinis, dishes inspired by friends and family living in Italy and an exceptional wine list highlighting flavorful wines of Italy and all over the world.

IL Marco seats over 300; at the Palazzo Bar, there is room for 80, with 225 seats in the dining room that includes private rooms available for parties and meetings. Additionally, there is a 50-seat outdoor air-conditioned patio for diners who enjoy smoking.

The well-rounded, incredible and diverse menu includes delicate antipasti such as made-to-order buffalo mozzarella; bracioloni di vitello: sumptuous veal rolls with pancetta and pesto; a tableside antipasto cart; seasonal vegetables and sauces, homemade pastas and an array of seafood, fish, poultry and meat dishes. Meals may be finished off with one of several impressive desserts or an elegant Italian cheese course.

ANTIPASTA PALLE DI RISO Crisp truffle rice balls with porcini mushrooms and warm fresh mozzarella. $11.95 TORTA DI MELANZANE Crisp eggplant cakes, arugula, sun-dried tomato vinaigrette and garlic-lemon aiol. $11.95 INSALATE CAPRESE Made to order fresh mozzarella with heirloom tomatoes, shaved onion and baby arugula. $11.95 SECONDI PIATTI COSTOLETTA DI MAIALE Balsamic marinated grilled pork chops with celeriac puree, asparagus and rosemary demi. $20.95 Cappesante con Risotto Balsamic glazed scallops with asparagus, roasted leeks and lemon-scented risotto. $29.95 DOLCI TIRAMISU Chocolate shavings and Tia Maria-spiked zabaglione

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PALM BEACH Vic & Angelo’s 4520 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens (561) 630-9899 www.vicandangelos.com An Italian wine bar — with an emphasis on coaloven pizzas, homemade pastas and tapas-style dishes of small bites.

JAPANESE Ichiban Japanese Restaurant 8841 Glades Road , Boca Raton (561) 451-0420 Hibachi dinners, sushi, sashimi, and traditional Japanese cuisine are found here.

Southeastern regional cuisine amid elegant surroundings.

The Restaurant at Four Seasons

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he Restaurant at Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach is the domain of nationally acclaimed chef Hubert Des Marais, whose award-winning dishes have earned the prestigious AAA Five Diamond Award for nine consecutive years. The stunning ocean views and luxurious decor are only the beginning at this elegant hotel restaurant. Southern dishes with Caribbean, Latin, and Asian touches create menus of striking originality and interest try the citrusmarinated Gulf shrimp with truffled Manchego cheese grits, orange braised endive, and tomato red-eye gravy.

Knowledgeable, professional service tops off the luxurious, one-of-a-kind dining experience. Reservations suggested. www.fourseasons.com

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2800 South Ocean Boulevard Palm Beach, FL 33480 Tel. (561) 582-2800 Fax. (561) 547-1557 Wednesday to Sunday 6 pm - 10 pm

MEDITERRANEAN Bistro 52 100 E. Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach (561) 274-7077 Casual Mediterranean dining in an upbeat setting.

Boheme Bistro 1118 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach (561) 278-4899 www.bohemebistro.com A blend of the traditions of family, friends and good times with authentic Mediterranean and Italian cuisine.

Mido’s Royal Palm Place, 508 Via de Palmas, Boca Raton (561) 361-9683 Sit at the sushi bar, where the highly-skilled sushi chefs are friendly and creative.

Cucina dell’arte 257 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (561) 655.0770 www.cucinadellarte.com Dining room with a floor-to-ceiling cherry wood bar and sidewalk seating.

Saito’s Japanese Steakhouse 10240 Forest Hill Boulevard, Wellington (561) 296-8888 www.saitosteakhouse.com An experience of traditional Japanese food, as well as hibachi-style dining, great services, and an exquisitve environment.

La Cigale A Taste of the Mediterranean 253 SE 5th Avenue, Delray Beach (561) 265-0600 www.lacigaledelray.com Think of the French Riviera, Morocco, Greece, Italy and delight in the cuisines of each.

Saito’s Japanese Steakhouse 700 South Rosemary Avenue, West Palm Beach - Cityplace (561) 296-8881 www.saitosteakhouse.com An experience of traditional Japanese food, as well as hibachi-style dining, great services, and an exquisitve environment.

MEXICAN

Saito’s Japanese Steakhouse 8316 Jog Road, Boynton Beach (561) 369-1788 www.saitosteakhouse.com An experience of traditional Japanese food, as well as hibachi-style dining, great services, and an exquisitve environment.

Tempura House 9858 Clint Moore Road #C-112, Boca Raton (561) 883-6088 Offering a wide variety of well prepared Japanese food with over 150 items to choose from.

LATIN Sol Kitchen 4 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach (561) 921-0201 Fresh and flavorful cuisine that celebrates the rich cultural diversity of Floridian, Latino, and American Tex/Mex cooking traditions.

Moquila Restaurant & Tequila Bar 88 Plaza Real South, Boca Raton (561) 394-9990 www.moquila.com The authentic, yet contemporary, bold Mexican cuisine at MoQuila is a sizzling combination of sumptuous dishes, ambience and energy.

Rosa Mexicano 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Avenue, Palm Beach Gardens - Downtown (561) 625-3120 www.rosamexicano.info Serving authentic regional cuisine and featuring guacamole prepared tableside and frozen pomegranate margaritas.

MIDDLE EASTERN Leila 120 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach (561) 659-7373 www.leilawpb.com A cosmopolitan Middle Eastern grille offering guests a casual, contemporary atmosphere in which to enjoy regional dishes, along with a wide selection of mezze items like hummus, falafel, and tabouleh salad.

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Carmine’s Ocean Grill & Sushi Bar 2460 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens (561) 624-1141 www.carmines.com Diners craving both Italian and seafood cuisine may, in lieu of flipping a coin, head for Carmine’s restaurant and, amid a casual, friendly ambience, enjoy a good meal.

Inca Grill 515 Northeast 20th Street, Boca Raton (561) 395-3553 International and Peruvian Seafood. Fresh ingredients.

SEAFOOD Bimini Twist 8480 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach 561-784-2660 Step into the tropics and enjoy the many fresh seafood entrees served at this relaxed stop.

Captain Charlie’s Reef Grill 12846 U.S. Highway 1, Juno Beach (561) 624-9924 The locals hideaway for casual dining. Fresh seafood at it’s best with new receipts almost weekly.

Charley’s Crab 456 South Ocean Boulevard, Palm Beach (561) 659-1500 www.muer.com Oceanfront dining with oceanview bar and cozy, tucked away dining areas featuring American cuisine empahasizing seafood.

City Oyster 213 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach (561) 272-0220 www.bigtimerestaurants.com A contemporary American seafood restaurant featuring a menu that is fresh, simple, and delicious.

Capri Blu Ristorante

Jake’s Stone Crab 514 Via de Palmas, Boca Raton (561) 347-1055 Stone crab claws are the draw here, but other Florida seafood and steaks are also good.

Jetty’s 1075 A1A North, Jupiter (561) 743-8166 Upscale waterfront restaurant located in Jupiter.

Legal Seafood 550 South Rosemary Avenue , West Palm Beach (561) 838-9000 www.legalseafoods.com Excellent seafood served in every manageable way. This chain restaurant claims “If it isn’t fresh, it isn’t Legal.”

Legal Seafood 6000 Glades Rd., Boca Raton - Town Center (561) 447-2112 www.legalseafoods.com Excellent seafood served in every manageable way. This chain restaurant claims “If it isn’t fresh, it isn’t Legal.”

Mark’s City Place 700 South Rosemary Avenue, West Palm Beach - Cityplace (561) 514-0770 www.chefmark.com New American cuisine and fresh fish with an Asian twist.

Olio 42 Southeast 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach (561) 278-6633 www.oliobistro.com Tucked away downtown Delray Beach Florida, Olio specializes in fresh, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.

251 Sunrise Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480 Phone: (561) 832-4300 Fax: (561) 832-0994 capribluflorida.com Reservations are required Complimentary valet parking

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he best, authentic Italian food of your life. Grilled Calamari, Lombatta di Vitello, Galletto or Grilled Snapper or Branzino. The pastas, like gnocchi, Raviolis or the most simple and delicious Fettuccine Alfredo are varying and fresh, and a plentiful wine list is available from our wine cellar.

Monday to Saturday. (Sundays Closed) Lunch Hours: 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Dinner Hours: 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm

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Riggin’s Crabhouse & Seafood Market 607 Ridge Road, Lantana (561) 586-3000 www.rigginscrabhouse.com An authentic Maryland style crab house.

Sailfish Marina 98 Lake Drive, Palm Beach Shores (561) 842-8449 www.sailfishmarina.com Indulge in waterfront dining at it’s finest where local seafood is the true star of the menu.

Spoto’s Oyster Bar 125 Datura Street, West Palm Beach (561) 835-1828 www.spotos.com An authentic, premier oyster bar with fine, fun, dining seafood serving “good for the soul” food.

Tiramasu Il Marco, Palm Beach

Spoto’s Oyster Bar 4560 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens (561) 776-9448 www.spotos.com An authentic, premier oyster bar with fine, fun, dining seafood serving “good for the soul” food.

SPANISH Mano a Mano 8 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach - Atlantic Ave (561) 276-3666 Offers handfuls of tapas selections ranging from traditional Spanish to Asian and Italian-esque.

Meson Madrid Royal Palm Place, 309 Via dePalmas, Boca Raton (561) 447-4006 www.mesonmadrid.com An acclaimed venue serving a wide range of authentic Spanish dishes in an environment that’s inviting and friendly.

STEAK Abe & Louie’s 2200 West Glades Road , Boca Raton (561) 447-0024 www.bbrginc.com Get ready for a melt-in-your-mouth culinary experience at this old-fashioned steakhouse.

Bucky’s Bar-B-Que 1198 N. Dixie Highway, Boca Raton (561) 750-5421 www.buckysbar-b-que.com Enjoy 21st century barbeque favorites, tender beef ribs and Carolina pulled-pork sandwiches in this elegant, rich mahogany bar/restaurant featuring an open-exhibition kitchen, attentive servers and generous portions.

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PALM BEACH Fifth Avenue Grille 4650 North Federal Highway , Lighthouse Point (954) 782-4433 fifthavenuegrill.bananaboatboynton.com Dedicated to providing the best gourmet meats and freshest seafood.

Houston’s 1900 Northwest Executive Center Circle, Boca Raton (561) 998-0550 www.houstons.com Houston’s offers a substantial menu that focuses on generous and unusual salads, and a variety of beef, pork, chicken and seafood options.

Maxwell’s Chophouse 501 East Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (561) 347-7077 maxwellschophouse.com Award-winning chophouse that continues to be recognized for it’s distinguished food and distinguished elegance.

Morton’s The Steakhouse 5050 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton - Town Center (561) 392-7724 www.mortons.com Morton’s The Steakhouse 777 South Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach (561) 835-9664 www.mortons.com The nation’s premier steakhouse group, specializing in classic, hearty fare, serving generous portions of USDA prime aged beef, as well as fresh fish, lobster and chicken entrees.

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 225 Northeast Mizner Boulevard, Boca RatonMizner Park (561) 392-6746 www.RuthsChris.com Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 661 U.S. Highway 1, North Palm Beach (561) 863-0660 www.RuthsChris.com USDA Prime grade steaks served in Ruth’s Chris signature fashion … “sizzling.”

Sushi Rok 106 North Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach (561) 802-9906 www.sushirok.com A vibrant and bright Sushi restaurant which features a sake bar and a menu that offers standard and exotic Japanese fare.

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RA Sushi 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Avenue, Suite 4105, Palm Beach Gardens Shula’s Steak House (561) 340-2112 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens www.rasushi.com (561) 627-4852 Offering a full menu of Pacific-Rim dishes to www.donshula.com satisfy any taste.

Nationally renowned steakhouse known for their famous 48-ounce Porterhouse.

Saki Room 401 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach Strip House (561) 279-4135 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Avenue, Palm Beach www.sakiroom.com Gardens Offering an extensive sushi menu and impressive (561) 296-4900 saké collection, Saki Room combines gourmet www.theglaziergroup.com cuisine with live fashion shows and an upscale A steakhouse that combines sophisticated cuisine lounge style atmosphere. with a seductive interior design.

The Player’s Club 13410 South Shore Boulevard, Wellington (561) 795-0080 www.playersclubrestaurant.com Located on the grounds of an internationally known polo stadium, the Players Club Restaurant offers American-style cuisine – pasta, steak and seafood – delivered to you in a friendly, professional manner.

New York Prime 2350 Northwest Executive Center Drive, Boca Raton STEAK & SEAFOOD (561) 998-3881 www.newyorkprime.com Callaro’s Prime Steak & This Boca eatery serves tender sirloin and hearty Seafood cuts of beef.

264 South Ocean Boulevard, Manalapan (561) 588-9730 Oakwood Grill This privately owned steak and seafood house 4610 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens in Manalapan procures some cuts of beef that (561) 776-5778 would make the big chains envious. www.oakwoodgrill.com A wood burning grill concept serving prime Kee Grill meats, seafood and chops.

17940 North Military Trail, Boca Raton (561) 995-5044 Okeechobee Steakhouse Featuring a tropical atmosphere and a Pacific 2854 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach Rim cuisine, Kee Grill offers a menu that (561) 683-5151 includes swordfish, crab cakes, macadamiaokeesteakhouse.com crusted snapper, and cioppino.

Famous for Aged Steak, Prime Rib & Fresh Seafood.

The River House 2373 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens (561) 694-1188 www.riverhouserestaurant.com Waterfront restaurant specializing in fresh seafood, but also serving superb steaks, chops, chicken and duck.

Marc’s Chophouse 337 East Indiantown Road, Jupiter (561) 747-2522 www.marcschophouse.com With the elegance of fine dining and impeccable service Marc’s offers a wide variety of steaks, chops and fresh fish.

Lemongrass 420 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach (561) 278-5050 You’ll need to make multiple visits to journey the dizzying array of authentic Thai dishes. Don’t miss the Lobster Monster.

Café Boulud

Café Boulud-Palm Beach The Brazilian Court 301 Australian Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480 Reservations: 561.655.6060 www.danielnyc.com

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afé Boulud is at the heart of the historic Brazilian Court Hotel.

The restaurant is one of Palm Beach’s coveted destinations with a lounge that’s a must for drinks before dinner, and the terrace and private dining rooms the place to entertain in style.

The menu parallels that of its sister restaurant in NYC, with personal touches added by Chef Zach Bell who is fast gathering South Florida’s top awards for his culinary talents.

Breakfast: Mon to Fri, 7 AM to 10 AM Lunch: Mon to Sun 12 PM to 2:30 PM Dinner: Mon to Sun 5:30 PM to 10 PM

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