Pompano! Magazine February 2019 by Point! Publishing

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City Beat

Pompano’s new police chief; a new restaurant coming to the Intracoastal; a citywide ban on plastic straws; and more. By Marie Puleo

Bogotá Native Lorena Mojica

CODE GREEN

Last Valentine’s Day, a Code Green was called at Broward Health North, indicating a mass casualty incident was underway. Surgeons, doctors and nurses on staff that day share their memories of responding to the third deadliest school shooting in U.S. history. Together, they saved the lives of six victims. By Danielle Charbonneau

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CODE GREEN

On Valentine’s Day last year, Code Green was called at Broward Health North. This code, which initiates protocol for a mass casualty incident, signaled the entire hospital that a nearby tragedy was underway. Surgeons, doctors and nurses on staff that day share their memories of saving six victims’ lives after the third deadliest school shooting in U.S. history.

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February 2019

Paintings of a Florida back porch brings back fond memories of family.

There’s lots of fun to be had this February, including: the Jimi Hendrix experience at the Amp, the St. Coleman Italian Festival, the Florida Renaissance Festival, a Valentine’s day blacksmithing workshop and a whole lot more.

Pompano’s new police chief; a new restaurant and cafe coming to the Intracoastal; a citywide ban on plastic straws; a financial boost for the Pompano Beach water taxi ; an update on Hidden Harbour; and more! Marie Puleo keeps you up-to-date.

Pompano Beach insider Jeff Levine gives you his snowbirds’ guide to new restaurants.

Valentine’s Day musings.

Whether you’re looking for poke, pirogi, pasta, pizza or anything in between, our dining guide gives you a wide array of delicious options.

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“I hope heaven’s this nice.” My father recently had two new pieces of art framed. Both were created by two of his grandchildren and both paintings feature his homes from years past. These were important places for our family over the decades and the fact that his grandchildren were inspired to paint them is worthy of comment. My niece Sallie created an abstract rendering of my parents back porch in West Palm Beach, perfectly capturing the lazy stillness of a Florida afternoon. They built that home for their retirement and I have a crystal clear memory of my Dad sitting on the back porch, sipping a martini. He glanced over at me and said, “I hope heaven’s this nice.” They did have a lovely home with a fantastic view of a lake and a picturesque par-three golf hole. When they were very young, my nieces and my older sister would visit my parents in that home for weeks at a time to escape the cold New York winters. I can picture the girls on that back porch, playing with the same set of blocks

that my sisters and I had played with, enjoying snacks my mother prepared for them. It was a special place in the late afternoons — the perfect spot for a nap. The other painting is by my nephew Hank Ehrenfried. It is a night scene of my parents apartment in Manhattan. I lived in that apartment for 15 years and when I first saw the painting, I sort of gasped. It has a somewhat impressionistic feel as Hank captured the evening light of the apartment perfectly. In the scene, my sister is holding one of my nieces in her lap. As I admire it, I am transported back to the many nights my parents hosted their kids and grandkids in that apartment, whether it was for my mother’s famous roast chicken, take-out Chinese or a Passover seder. I think my sisters and I have all tried to recreate what my parents made for us — a home filled with love, laughter and of course scrumptious food. My niece Sallie now lives in Ormond Beach, Florida. My family and I recently visited her as we drove from Charleston back to Florida. My sister (her mother) was visiting from New York. We arrived at about 2:30pm. So it wasn’t lunchtime and it wasn’t dinnertime either. But my niece had prepared quite a spread. She made a homemade salsa of fresh corn and poblano peppers, homemade guacamole and a huge bowl of fresh fruit salad with mint. And we washed it all down with homemade lemonade made from Meyer lemons from her backyard tree. I am giving you all of these details because I saw my mother in all of this — shopping, and preparing food for her guests. Naturally, Sallie learned how to be such a lovely hostess from her mother and she learned from my mother. Her efforts made us feel welcome and important. We were at home. My mother passed away last April. I wish she could have seen those paintings as I know she would have loved them. Together, they are a testament to the homes my parents built.

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27th Annual Florida Renaissance Festival

Valentine’s Day Here’s some out-of-the-box options for you and your sweetie on Valentine’s Day:

BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU Every February and March, the northwest corner of Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach transforms from a simple nature park into a grand and whimsical immersive world inspired by the Renaissance era. A castle entrance beckons guests to enter through its arches; a king and queen perch on their thrones to watch knights joust; children thrust lances through a golden ring while riding a wooden horse down a steep greased cable called a Quintain; performers recite Shakespeare and perform daring acts of acrobatic bravery; adults learn to throw axes and watch expert demonstrations, such as an archer who can nail a target with his handmade wooden bow from a spectacular distance. At this celebration, hungry festivalgoers sink their jaws into juicy turkey legs and guzzle cold beer while admiring the elaborate costumes of their fellow lads and ladies. “Our festival provides people of all ages the chance to escape into an alternate universe with invigorating activities, and our growing assortment of themed weekends,” said Bobby Rodriguez, the founder and producer of the Florida Renaissance Festival. The Florida Renaissance Festival attracts more than 100,000 annual attendees and this year will be celebrating its 27th year in existence, its 20th year in Deerfield Beach. More than two million people have participated in the festival since in began. This year over 100 artisans and 100 performers will be in attendance. Every one of the festival’s seven weekends boasts a new theme, including: “Game of Thrones” (Feb. 9 - 11); Time Travelers and Steampunk (Feb. 16 - 18); Vikings and Barbarians (Feb 23 & 24); Bodacious Bodices and Wenches (March 2 & 3); Swashbucklers and Sirens (March 9 & 10); Kilts and Colleens (March 16 & 17); and lastly, Magic, Witches and Wizards (March 23 & 24). Attendees are highly encouraged to wear costumes in theme. WHEN: Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to sunset from Feb. 9 to March 24, plus Monday Feb. 11 (the first weekend of the festival) and Monday Feb. 18 (President’s Day). WHERE: Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach COST: One day adult admission is $25; Kids ages 6-11 are $12; Children under 5 are free. A season pass for all seven weekends is $112 for adults and $59 for kids. Parking is complimentary and VIP parking is available for $20. Entrance to Quiet Waters Park is $1.50 per person. Visit ren-fest.com to purchase tickets in advance. Tickets will also be available on site.

Couples Wine-Down Forging Workshop

Looking for a “hot” date-night activity for Valentine’s Day but tired of the same old dinner date? Bring your Valentine to a unique workshop and learn the basics of blacksmithing. You and your date will create a beautiful finished project together. The evening will include entertaining instructors, wine, cheese and all the tools and materials necessary. No experience is required. Choose one of two dates. WHEN: Feb. 14 or Feb. 15 from 7pm to 10pm WHERE: The Guild Urban Craft & Folk Art School, 205 NW 16th St., Pompano Beach COST: $85; Register at guildfl.com/classes-workshops

Love’s a Bitch Comedy Show

Comedian Lindsay Glazer will join her comedian friends Darius Culpepper (MC), Michael Murillo and Ricky Reyes at ArtServe for Glazer’s trademark standup “Love’s a B, an AlphaB!” It will be a night for poking fun at love. WHEN: Feb. 14; doors open at 8:30pm; show starts at 9pm WHERE: ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale COST: General admission is $20; VIP package is $30; tickets can be purchased in advance on EventBrite. To check out Lindsay’s comedy, visit youtube.com/lindsayglazer

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36th Annual St. Coleman Italian Festival

In 1984, the St. Coleman Italian Festival was just a simple spaghetti dinner with pony rides. Now, the festival has become a spectacularly big carnival with 15 adult rides, nine kids rides, food vendors, continuous music and live entertainment. The festival serves as one of the largest fundraisers of the year for St. Coleman elementary school and parish. In past years, proceeds from the festival renovated the administration wing of the school, and built the outdoor gymnasium, media center and parish hall kitchen. Bring your family out to enjoy the fun. WHEN: Feb. 15 from 1-11pm; Feb. 16 from noon to 11pm; Feb. 17 from noon to 8pm WHERE: 1200 S. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach COST: Admission and parking are free; food, rides and games are available for purchase at the festival. Ride every ride once for $20, or buy individual ride tickets. A variety of pre-sale ride wristbands are available at a discount online at italianfest.org.

4th Annual St. Coleman Cornhole Tournament

In this annual cornhole tournament players compete for bragging rights, a traveling trophy and recognition in the St. Coleman church bulletin. Qualifer begins Sunday, Feb. 18 at noon. The top 16 point scorers qualify for tournament play. The single elimination tournament runs from 4:30 to 8pm. Games go to 15 net scores. Players will throw eight bags for total points. Visit italianfest.org for more information.

St. Ambrose Carnival & Music Festival

Live music all weekend long, tons of rides, food and fun await families at the St. Ambrose annual carnival. The selection of bands this year brings performers from Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach and beyond. Festival organizers say the music will be the highlight of this year’s festivities.

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FRIDAY MARCH 1:

5:30 - 6:30 “Jacob Reese Thornton” 7:00 - 8:30 “Southern Blood” 9:00 - 11:15 “Tori Rossi & Will Plus”

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1:30 – 2:30 TBD 3:00 - 5:00 “School of Rock Coral Springs” 5:30 - 7:00 “SOLID BRASS” 7:30 - 8:45 “Rogue Theory Band” 9:00 - 11:15 “ Pure Heart Band” A tribute to Heart

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1:00 - 2:30 School Events 3:00 - 4:30 “Rough Shot” 5:00 - 6:30 “Alex Shaw & The Classic Rock Revival” 7:00 - 8:30 “Motown Tribute by N2 Nation”

CARNIVAL INFO: WHEN: Thursday Feb. 28 - Sunday March 3. Carnival hours: Thursday 5 to 10pm; Friday 5 to 11pm; Saturday 1pm to 11pm; Sunday 1pm to 8pm WHERE: St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 380 South Federal Highway, Deerfield Beach COST: Ride wristbands are $30. Food and other activities available for purchase.

Pioneer Days

Deerfield Beach celebrates its roots with this three day, beachside festival. The event features a carnival, arts and crafts, food vendors, live entertainment, a parade and a grand fireworks display. WHEN:

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Pompano Beach Garden Club Fashion Show Luncheon

The South Florida Depression Glass Club’s 45th Annual Show

The Pompano Beach Garden Club will host its Fabulous Soup Luncheon and Fashion Show on Feb. 16. The event will feature a fashion show by SteinMart, gift baskets, raffles and a silent auction. Plants will be available for sale. Lunch will feature homemade soups, garden salad and dessert. All funds raised help us to support our charities and civic projects. WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 16 at 11:30 a.m. WHERE: Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach. COST: Tickets for the lunch and show are $25. To purchase one, contact Edie Kappler at rbkappler@comcast.net or 954-943-2699.

Tropical Postcard Show

Over 30 dealers from around the country gather to show and sell more than a million tropical postcards. WHEN: Feb. 23 from 10am to 5pm WHERE: Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach For more information visit tropicalpostcardclub.com

This event features dealers from around the country who specialize in selling glass antiques from the Depression era, including glassware, pottery, dinnerware and kitchen goods. A free gift will be given to the first 100 paid attendees. Door prizes will be given every half hour. Free seminars will be taught and hundreds of glass items will be raffled off. The event is hosted by the South Florida Depression Glass Club, which was founded in the 1970s to promote glass collecting as a hobby. The club meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7pm at the Women’s Club Building in Wilton Manors, 600 NE 21 Court. WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 2 from 10am to 5pm; Sunday Feb. 3 from 10am to 4pm WHERE: The Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach COST: Admission is $6. Visit sfdgc.com for more information.

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Do you know about 2-1-1? By dialing 2-1-1 from any phone in Broward County, residents can reach a 24-hour comprehensive helpline for individuals and families in our community seeking crisis intervention assistance. Don’t feel alone. Reach out. The friendly people at 2-1-1 are there for you. To celebrate the accomplishments of 2-1-1 and other Broward County nonprofit organizations, 2-1-1 and Community Care Plan — the first safety-net, hospital-owned Provider Service Network that serves members enrolled in Medicaid, Children’s Medical Services Network and self-insured employee health plans — will host the 9th annual Community Care Plan Nonprofit Awards Ceremony and Luncheon on Friday, Feb. 22. The awards will acknowledge the highest level of achievement, innovation and quality in the nonprofit sector with 10 categories of award winners.

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Pompano Beach Fire Rescue will host Matters Of The Heart CPR Training. Learn how to save a life in only five minutes. The fire department, along with the help of volunteers from American Heritage High School, will teach the hands-on training sessions. The sessions are only five minutes long and will occur every 15 minutes. Anyone over the age of 8 is welcome. WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 16, sessions every 15 minutes from 9am to 1pm. WHERE: E. Pat Larkins Center, 520 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Pompano Beach For more information contact Robin Burns at Robin.Burns@ copbfl.com or 954-786-4695

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Opera Fusion, in collaboration with Gulfcoast Opera, presents a delightful production, fully staged with a chamber orchestra. Don Pasquale is an opera buffa in three acts by Italian composer Gaetano Donizetti with a libretto by Donizetti and Giovanni Ruffini. It premiered at the Théâtre Italien in Paris on January 3, 1843. The premiere was a smashing success, and was quickly produced across the great opera houses of Europe. Widely regarded as a masterpiece of comic operas of the period, Don Pasquale remains a fixture among the world’s opera houses. It is filled with bright and colorful vocal writing and skillful

depiction of plot and character. The characters derive from types that were common in the many comic operas of the period: a clever leading lady, her winsome admirer, an old buffoon who hopes to outwit them and a conniving fellow who takes the side of the young lovers. WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 16; doors open at 6:30pm; show at 7:30pm WHERE: Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: Adults $35; Student $25. Tickets can be purchased at the box office at the cultural center, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach. Box office hours are Monday through Friday 10am to 6pm.

The Jimi Hendrix Experience at the Amp

You might remember Hendrix for famously burning his guitar on stage at the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival, or for his electric National Anthem performance at Woodstock. You can re-live the musical glory days of Hendrix at the Jimi Hendrix Experience. This multiartist, sensory experience celebrates the insanity and genius of one of America’s greatest guitar players. Hendrix is long hailed as one of rock’s greatest innovators, and this latest edition of the annual tour will be the most ambitious one to date, including one stop at the Pompano Beach Amphitheater. Artists performing in the tour include Billy Cox, Joe Satriani, Dave Mustaine, Jonny Lang, Dweezil Zappa and Eric Johnson, among others. WHEN: Sunday, March 3; doors open at 6:30pm; show is at 7:30pm WHERE: Pompano Beach Amphitheater, 1806 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach COST: Tickets start at $43 plus ticketing fees and can be purchased by visiting the Pompano Amp website, theamppompano.org.

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Pompano Beach Winter Concert Series: From January through March, the City of Pompano Beach will host a series of live concerts at three different community centers. February’s concerts include The Beatlemaniax, Comedian Bobby Kelton, Rockin’ at the Hop and a Donna Summer, Whitney Houston tribute band. WHEN & WHERE:

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Joe Bonamassa at the Au-Rene Two-time Grammy-nominated blues-rock guitar icon Joe Bonamassa will perform

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Seventh Annual Plants & People Day

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Pompano Beach is part of a migratory flyway and one of the few places in the continental United States where birds and butterflies stop over during the winter months, making it a perfect place for ecotourism. In 2010 the City of Pompano Beach became a Certified Community Wildlife Habitat. Pompano Beach is the 42nd city in the country and largest city in Florida to receive the honor, which was largely accomplished by an all-volunteer team consisting of members from Pompano Proud and the Grow Wild! initiative. More than 300 backyards have been declared as Certified Wildlife Habitat sites. In addition, nine parks, nine businesses and 11 school grounds have been certified through the program. Pompano Beach has now been certified for seven consecutive years. The annual Plants & People Day celebrates the accomplishment. Plants & People Day is hosted by Pompano Proud, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the beautification of Pompano Beach. Since 1986, Pompano Proud has been promoting, through direct action and education, awareness of aesthetic and conservation policies affecting the city. Projects have included planting trees, community clean-ups, protection of sensitive habitats and guidance for homeowners wishing to plant sensible landscapes. If you’d like to get involved, visit pompanoproud.com. WHEN: This yeas Plants & People Day will take place on Feb. 10 from 10am to 3pm WHERE: Centennial Park surrounding the Sample-McDougald House (on the corner of 10th St. and 5th Ave. in Pompano Beach). The event will feature vendors, speakers, food and hourly raffle prizes. Donna Torrey is the owner of The Garden Gate at Sears at the Pompano Citi Center and is a member of Pompano Proud.

9th Annual Two Georges at The Cove Billfish Tournament All Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County (Jim & Jan Moran Unit). WHEN: Feb. 1 WHERE: Two Georges, The Cove Restaurant & Marina, 1754 SE Third Court, Deerfield Beach COST: Boat & Angler $650.00 (includes three dinner tickets and six drink tickets). Each additional angler $150.00 (includes two dinner tickets and two drink tickets). For Sponsorship and/or registration contact Denise Buzzelli at 954-427-0353.

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The 2019 Quest for the Crest Sailfish Series, one of the largest sailfish fishing competitions in all of Florida, has arrived. There are some fantastic grand prizes up-for-grabs at the end. Leg one of the competition is already over, but you can participate in the second and third.

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First Fridays - Old Town Untapped

This community street fair is the place to be on first Fridays in Pompano Beach. A live DJ stage, free beer samples, artisans market, a dozen food trucks, open art galleries and a lively crowd inside at Odd Breed Ales will all make for a festive evening. WHEN: First Fridays from 6 to 9pm WHERE: Old Town Pompano, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach. COST: Free to attend. Food and drinks available for purchase.

First Fridays - Pompano Beach’s Movies on the Lawn

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and favorite picnic foods to enjoy a featured flick under the stars. February’s movie is “Smallfoot.” March’s movie is “Stuart Little.” WHEN: First Fridays at 7pm, Feb. 1 & March 1 WHERE: The Great Lawn, Corner of Atlantic and Pompano Beach Blvds. COST: free

Second Fridays - Pompano Beach’s Music Under the Stars

Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy some live music under the stars. February’s featured band is Melina Elena Band, an R&B band. WHEN: Second Fridays, Feb. 8, March 8 & April 12 at 7pm WHERE: The Great Lawn, corner of Atlantic and Pompano Beach Blvds. COST: free

Third Fridays - Pompano Food Truck Round Up

The Pompano Food Truck Round Up has moved to its new location in Old Town. Join for an evening of food trucks (there’s over 15 to choose from), drinks, music and fun. Bring blankets and folding chairs. WHEN: Third Fridays from 6 to 10pm WHERE: Old Town Pompano at First Ave. and First St. (near the corner of Dixie and Atlantic Blvds.).

Third Fridays - Family Fun Night at Christ Community Church

Every third Friday of the month Christ Community Church will host a family fun night with movies, games and pizza. WHEN: Third Fridays from 6pm to 9pm WHERE: Christ Community Church, 901 E. McNab Rd., Pompano Beach COST: A cover charge of $5 includes food and drinks. Tickets can be purchased on EventBrite or through the church office. Call 954-943-3866 for more information.

Last Fridays Jazz on the Boulevard

Ashanti Cultural Arts will host monthly swing dance classes followed by a jazz concert featuring various jazz artists and bands such as Jessie Jones, Nicole Yarling and George Tandy. WHEN: Last Fridays of each month from October to June from 7 to 10pm. WHERE: Ali Cultural Arts, 353 Martin Luther King Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: $7 admission

Saturdays

Pompano Beach’s Green Market

Pompano Beach’s Green Market is in full swing. Every Saturday from 8:30am to 1:30pm through April 27 you can shop for organic, local produce and browse the artisan market. Visitors will find the freshest fruits and vegetables, juices, baked goods, seafood and other food items, as well as orchids, plants, healthrelated products, hand-made crafts, art and culinary products. Plus, starting at 11am, live bands will perform at the openair stage. WHEN: Every Saturday from 8:30am to 1:30pm from Nov. 3 through April 27. Live music starts at 11am. WHERE: The Green Market is located in Old Town Pompano at First Ave. and First St. (near the corner of Dixie and Atlantic Blvds.). For more information visit GreenMarketPompanoBeach.com.

Sundays

Soulful Sunday Brunch After Dark

Enjoy music and a tasty brunch after dark. WHEN: Second Sundays at 6pm WHERE: Historic Ali Cultural Arts, 353 Martin Luther King Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: $5

Yoga on the Beach

Juliana from Yoga4Life Studios teaches yoga by the beach on the patch of artificial turf near the fountains. Bring water, a towel and yoga mat. For more information call 754-307-9489 WHEN: Sundays from 9-10am WHERE: Beachside on far east end of Atlantic Blvd. in Pompano Beach COST: By donation

Mondays

First Mondays Splash Pad Play Dates

This play date organized by Mommy n’ Me is a great opportunity to bring your kiddos, meet some fellow moms, play and picnic. Bring a towel, chairs or blanket, plus some yummy snacks and sunscreen. WHEN: First Mondays at 10am WHERE: The Pompano Beach Splash Pad on the far east end of Atlantic Blvd. by the beach (20 N. Pompano Beach Blvd.) COST: Free

Wednesdays Lyrics Lab at BaCA

Lyrics Lab is an open mic night for all creatives. Poetry, music, live painting, comedy, magic — all are welcome. Beer, wine and kombucha are available for purchase. WHEN: First & Third Wednesdays from 8-11pm WHERE: Bailey Contemporary Arts, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach COST: $10

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City Commission Approves Hidden Harbour Marina Land Use Change Plans for a mixed-use development on property adjacent to Aquamarina Hidden Harbour took another step forward last December when the City Commission unanimously approved a land use change that entitles the developer to build up to 50 residential units per acre on the 8.9-acre site. A number of residents who oppose the project have concerns about increased traffic and overcrowding. The site of the proposed project — located on the east side of Federal Highway, north of NE 14th Street Causeway, and south of NE 17th Street — is under the same ownership as Aquamarina Hidden Harbour, which currently includes a boatyard and dry boat storage building. The land use designation of the property was changed from “Commercial, Medium-High and Low-Medium Residential” to “MixedUse Residential High.” It is the first time this designation has been placed on any map in the county, according to Jean Dolan of the city’s Development Services Department. Under the property’s old designation, a total of 88 residential units were allowed.

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Last May, the developer signed a restrictive covenant that limits the project to no more than 323 residential units (roughly 36 units per acre), and an overall cap of 650,000 building square footage for residential, commercial and marina-related use. The residential units will likely be one- and two-bedroom rental units, according to Graham Penn, a Miami-based land use and zoning attorney who represents the developer. The proposed development includes a restaurant with a view down the waterway, a parking garage and marine retail space. The dry boat storage building will remain, but the wet slips will not. Under the restrictive covenant, the developer is offering to dedicate a small lot north of 16th Street for use as a public park, and to provide a water taxi stop at the development site. Pedestrian paths are planned along the waterway on NE 23rd Avenue and NE 16th Street. “The idea is to finally bring the public to this waterway again in a superior fashion,” said Penn. “It is a wasted resource to have this water access really used only for industrial uses.”

The land use change had to go through numerous steps at the city and county level before reaching final approval by the City Commission. It was approved by the city’s Planning and Zoning Board in May 2016, and approved by the City Commission on first reading in January 2017. Last year, it was approved by the Broward County Planning Council and the Broward County Commission. Residents have expressed concern about the height of the eightstory residential structure that is proposed for NE 16th Street, where the boatyard is currently located. Under the developer’s covenant, residential development can be no higher than 35 feet (three stories) within 50 feet of an existing adjacent residential neighbor, Penn explained. Before the Commission discussed and voted on the land use plan amendment, members of the public voiced their opinions of the project, which took about an hour and twenty minutes. Eight people spoke in support of the project; 22 people spoke against it. The City had also received numerous letters from residents either in favor of or opposed to the project. A key concern of residents in the surrounding neighborhood was that NE 23rd Avenue, which is used to access 14th Street Causeway and Federal Highway, would be closed off by the development, but under the current plan, it will not be abandoned. Resident Joe McGee said that, with the number of rental apartments that are planned, NE 23rd Avenue will not “be as viable as it is today.” “That’s going to be a tremendous impediment to traffic in that area, not to mention the additional traffic going out onto Federal Highway itself,” said McGee. Resident Carole Fielder, a boat captain who frequently uses the boatyard, told commissioners that by cramming 323 rentals “right up against what is a pleasant, if not luxurious, waterfront set of residential properties, you’re going to alter the lifestyle and the value of all those current properties.” “Pompano is not a sleepy little town left behind anymore,” said Fielder. “We are a desirable place to live to avoid the horrible crush of crowding in Fort Lauderdale and certain other overdeveloped cities in South Florida. We in Pompano are here for the suburban nature of our city. We don’t want it to be an urban center.” Resident Melody Marterano said the conceptual renderings of the project are “fantasy” and don’t reflect what can actually be done on the site. “What they’re proposing is beautiful, I love development, but not there,” she said. “Just think logically of what we’re doing. Are we doing it for the money, so they can sell the property, or are we doing it because it’s going to benefit us and our neighborhood?” “I fully support this project,” said resident Rhonda Bunker. >>>

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Major Wayne Adkins Is Named Pompano’s New Police Chief On Jan. 5, Major Wayne Adkins became chief of the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) Pompano Beach District. He replaces Major John Hale, who was promoted to lieutenant colonel and assigned to the BSO Department of Strategic Investigations. Hale had served as chief of the BSO Pompano Beach District since 2013, and began his law enforcement career with the Pompano Beach Police Department in 1987, when the city still had its own law enforcement agency. In his new role, Adkins serves not only as chief of police for Pompano Beach, but also as regional major overseeing what is called the Pompano Region, which is comprised of Pompano Beach and Lauderdale-By-The-Sea. Adkins, who grew up in Pompano, has been working in law enforcement in the city for 39 years. Immediately after graduating from Pompano Beach High School in 1976, he went into the U.S. Army and became a military policeman. In 1980, two months after leaving the Army, Adkins was hired by the Pompano Beach Police Department, and attended the police academy at Broward Community College. He has served as a road patrol officer, traffic fatality investigator, and SWAT team sniper and commander. He was also executive lieutenant, first for Pompano Area 1 (east of Dixie Highway to the beach), and then for Pompano Area 2 (west of Dixie Highway to the Turnpike). Later he became captain of Area 2, and then Area 1. From 2007, until his promotion to major, he was the executive captain for the BSO Pompano Beach District. “It’s obviously an honor for me to be chosen as the major,” said Adkins. “I started as a police officer in Pompano before we merged in 1999 with the Broward Sheriff’s Office, and I’ve been very fortunate through the years to be able to stay here. I’m very excited and looking forward to continuing my work here with the team that I’ve assembled.” Captain Timothy Irvin was tapped to fill the position of executive captain, which was vacated by Adkins. In this administrative role, Irvin will serve as Adkins’ “right-hand man.” Lieutenant Maurice Mathis was promoted to captain of Area 2, replacing Irvin. Captain Kevin Granville will remain captain of Area 1. “There are a lot of challenges, but when it comes to the city and the residents, we’re all part of a big team to tackle these issues and improve the quality of life for all,” said Adkins.

<<< “Any community that’s going to grow is going to have a light increase in traffic, but we can make a decision: we can stay where we are or move backwards, or we can be progressive.” Bunker said the developer should be given the chance to “help us become profitable as a community and be a better Pompano.” Brian LaRue, a resident and business owner, said he understands “there’s some nervousness to growth in the city of Pompano Beach,” but that more young residents are needed and one- and two-bedroom units “might be great.” “We have to go with the changing times,” said LaRue. “It’s an excellent project…Do set some guidelines to make sure we hold the developers accountable.” Resident Jeanie Schermesser said “there are people who believe that progress means this type of development, and that’s not necessarily progress.” “I ask the commissioners to think about having an attitude adjustment on development, especially in sensitive areas like we have here.”

Mayor Rex Hardin said he realized “there’s a lot of angst” related to the redevelopment of the property, which is “a challenging site,” but that “it’s really the beginning stage of this project.” Ronald Thurston, who lives outside District 1, where the project site is located, said: “I support this 100 percent, so much that I went out and got over 300 petitions signed supporting this…I want to get one of those places to rent, I want to look out on my balcony and see the ocean view, I want to see the sun come up. I work hard, I deserve that.” “I hope everyone on the dais has an open ear to the entire Pompano Beach and not just a certain district,” he said. Molly Moor, who posted a petition online opposing the project, said she is not against development, but the developer hasn’t genuinely attempted to work with the neighborhood to come up with a reasonable and responsible solution. Following public comments, there was a ten-minute discussion by the Commission, and then the vote was taken. Mayor Rex Hardin said he realized “there’s a lot of angst” related to the redevelopment of the property, which is “a challenging site,” but that “it’s really the beginning stage of this project.” Now that the land use change has been approved, the developer needs to go through the process of rezoning the property, and getting site plan and architectural approvals. “We will have to keep working with the community going forward on the actual design, the density, the height, all those elements that come through zoning,” said Penn. Penn said traffic issues will also need to be resolved, and detailed studies of intersections are required during the zoning process. The County placed a limit on the development that stipulates the number of overall PM peak-hour vehicle trips it generates cannot exceed 1,377. According to Jean Dolan of the city’s Development Services Department, rezoning the property should take a minimum of one year, site plan approval should take a minimum of an additional six months, and construction could start in two or three years.

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New Waterfront Restaurant and Café are Planned for Taha Family Property A new waterfront restaurant is being planned for a site along the east side of the Intracoastal, between the Atlantic Boulevard Bridge and the Sands Harbor Resort & Marina. The owners of Taha Marine Center want to transform a 2,500 square-foot building into a casual fresh seafood restaurant serving locally caught fish. The restaurant would seat 200 to 300 people, with dining available both indoors and on an outdoor deck. The boat fuel dock that has been in service for over 50 years will remain. Another component of the project involves a larger retail building, located at 3157-3231 E. Atlantic Boulevard, just east of Taha Marine Center. A new café-style breakfast and lunch

spot is planned for the space located on the corner of Atlantic Boulevard and North Riverside Drive. The exterior of the building will undergo extensive aesthetic improvements, and one of the two right-hand turn lanes on Riverside Drive that lead into Atlantic Boulevard will be eliminated to create an outdoor seating plaza. The exterior renovations, which are likely to exceed the $400,000 budgeted, include new impact storefront windows, paver sidewalks, updated signage and contemporary exterior lighting. The Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) recently approved a $200,000 grant offered through its façade and business site improvement program to help the Taha family cover some of the costs.

Aquatics Center Will Get New $1 Million Observation Building And Pump Room

Construction of a new pump room and observation building for the Pompano Beach Aquatic Center will be getting underway soon. The City Commission approved the award of a $1,051,030.20 contract to Shiff Construction and Development for the replacement of the existing one-story pump room, which is in failing condition and has required the smaller of the aquatic center’s two pools to be closed to the public since last year.

According to Nader Taha, whose family has owned the site with the two buildings since 1974, the project complements the upgrades that the City is currently making to the Atlantic Boulevard Bridge, as well as all the other development that is taking place in the beachside area, including the Pompano Beach Fishing Village near the pier. Harbor Promenade, a new dining and retail complex that will include a 500-seat steakhouse, is being built along the Intracoastal just south of the Taha family property. The enhancements to the Atlantic Boulevard Bridge include a pedestrian waterfront promenade under the east side of the bridge that will connect Harbor Promenade to restaurants, shops and other amenities to the north. Taha said he has been working with the CRA to connect the promenade to a walkway fronting the Intracoastal that already exists on his family’s property. The total cost to revamp the two buildings on the property is expected to be approximately $1-2.5 million. Taha is currently working with an architect and engineer to create a site plan, which he hopes to submit to the City in about two months. A groundbreaking is anticipated for spring or summer of 2019, and work is expected to take 3-7 months. Taha said his family has been working on the project for about six years, trying to find the best fit for the property. “Pompano is ready for it now,” he said. “We’re excited to be part of the redevelopment in our area.” ABOVE LEFT rendering of planned restaurant on the Intracoastal ABOVE RIGHT rendering of planed restaurant at the corner of Atlantic Blvd. and

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The lower level of the new twostory structure will house a pump room, electrical room, chemical room and main entry access to the building’s upper level. The upper level will house a classroom/ training room with a handicap accessible restroom, and a retail area facing the existing community swimming pools. The addition of this space will improve patron safety by allowing lifeguards to see both pools.

In addition, the project will add a new handicap accessible parking space; accessible ramp to the upper level of the building, new sidewalks tying the parking lot to the various entrances of the building and new landscaping that will be integrated into the existing site. Construction of the new building is anticipated to be completed at the beginning of 2020, at which time the smaller pool will reopen.

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Pompano Beach Water Taxi Gets Financial Boost From City to Stay Afloat The Pompano Beach Water Taxi, which began operating along the Intracoastal Waterway just over a year ago, is getting a helping hand from the City to meet its expenses and continue service. The water taxi needed an average of 30 passengers a day to break even financially in its first year, but the average was only 26, leaving the service provider with a $30,000 shortfall, according to Horacio Danovich, the city’s capital improvements program and Innovation District director. In January, the City Commission approved the reallocation of monies that were initially set aside for the subsidy of the water taxi in its fourth and fifth years of service. Funding in an amount of $30,000 was moved from Year 5 to cover Year 1, and approximately $30,000 was moved from Year 4 to subsidize Year 2. In July 2017, the Commission approved a total subsidy of $422,635 and a five-year contract for the water taxi’s operator. Danovich told the Commission that from December 2017 until approximately April 2018, the water taxi was well above an average of 40 passengers per day, but after that, the number of passengers started to decline. There were 17 days of the year when the service could not even be provided due to weather conditions and mechanical issues that had to be addressed, said Danovich. “Now that we’re going back into the snowbird season, hopefully the service will pick up again,” he said. Mayor Rex Hardin said that a much higher ridership is anticipated once the development of the pier area is completed and there are more amenities. Reconstruction of the pier is anticipated to be finished by late next month, and the bait and tackle shop should be ready in late May. Oceanic restaurant, which is part of the Pompano Beach Fishing

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In January, the City Commission approved a ban on plastic beverage straws citywide, an expansion of the ordinance it passed a few months ago, which only banned them on city property. Starting on March 1, 2019, all restaurants, stores, food trucks,

Village development project adjacent to the pier, is expected to open late this spring. Construction of the rest of the Pompano Beach Fishing Village is currently expected to be completed at the end of 2020. Danovich pointed out that enhancements to the Atlantic Boulevard Bridge that are currently underway will be another attraction to help boost ridership on the water taxi. The upgrades, expected to be completed by June 2019, include a waterfront promenade under the east side of the bridge, large decorative tensioned sails at each end of the bridge, and a marine-themed mural. “We went into this knowing that it was going to take a while to get it up and running, which is why we’ve allocated funds for subsidies,” Vice Mayor Barry Moss said of the water taxi. “It hasn’t been there long enough for us to really be able to judge.” Danovich proposed that the City also help the water taxi operator with additional marketing and branding services. He said that efforts will continue to be made to expand the water taxi’s itinerary, which currently runs from Lighthouse Point to Fort Lauderdale. The goal is to eventually secure a stop in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea and at the Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse. “I think we need to give it a little bit more time and just see if we can slowly, incrementally grow this,” said Moss. The intent is for the water taxi to reduce car transportation, taking people from one venue to another, and not just for sightseeing purposes. Commissioner Andrea McGee said the water taxi has great potential and suggested the City create a land transportation route that services the water taxi stops to take passengers to the surrounding amenities. Commissioner Rhonda Eaton supported McGee’s idea, saying golf carts could be used, as she has seen in other cities. She agreed there is a need to heighten awareness of the water taxi service. “It would be so sad to see it fail,” she said. “Hopefully it’s going to be successful and thrive.”

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beach “dining district,” the restaurants on the other side of A1A have seen lots of turnover during the past few years. There are now a couple of restaurants there that are worth your time and money. Las Orquideas opened a year or so ago and has a terrific Latin American menu at very reasonable prices. Just next door is one of my new favorites — Gorilla Joe’s Public House. Located where Jersey Dogs used to be, the small shop has a relatively small menu, but what they lack in depth, they make up for in creativity. Their sandwiches are exceptional. They serve several delicious soups (the lobster bisque was yummy), really unique salads including the burrata and watermelon, and their fresh ceviche is a must try.Y Speaking of guts, I love to eat, so if you have a favorite Pompano Beach restaurant that you think I should try out, please e-mail me at jeff@pointpubs.com. My stomach thanks you.

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It Dawned on Me

Valentine’s Day Musings As I write this, I’m pondering my first “sweetheart-less” Valentine’s Day in decades. My husband of 20 years is no longer alive to celebrate this Valentine’s Day, or our anniversary, which is later in February. Luckily for me, we weren’t big believers in celebrations like Valentine’s Day. Not because the “magic” was gone, but because we realized that we didn’t need a special day to celebrate our love or give gifts. In fact, “Important Dates” had become so irrelevant to us that we often forgot our anniversary until our kids reminded us. Long ago, we’d decided that we were lucky enough to have good jobs and little need for surprises; if we wanted something, we’d just go out and get it. This made gift-giving feel a little beside the point, never mind the time it takes when you’re part of a large, busy, hardworking family. We exchanged cards on holidays; it’s a lovely tradition that my budget and I are hoping our kids will adopt one day soon. And while I’ll miss getting – and giving – the card, I won’t notice the lack of flowers or candy, and if I feel the need, I’ll indulge myself. And you should too! Valentine’s Day is a day when people often put pressure on themselves to get just the right card, the right gift; choose just the right restaurant, send the right flowers. Sounds exhausting! I’ve seen friends and family view it as a day to expect payback; they “save up” any wrongs that have occurred throughout the year, real or imagined, and expect their partner to make amends on that one day. If you’re interested in my advice on this one, here

it is: using Valentine’s Day to make amends, or to receive any sort of payback means it’s time to look for a new partner; this will not end well. Regardless of one’s motivation, 2018 was expected to be a banner year for Cupid, with spending approaching $20 billion, according to the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. What’s even more remarkable is that, according to Bloomberg, just slightly more than half of all Americans planned to celebrate Valentine’s Day. The other half of the country may be planning to ignore Cupid in order to save for retirement; according to a recent GOBankingRates survey, saving money is a more popular 2019 resolution than finding love. And despite what you’ve heard about millennials ruining everything, including holidays, they’re a driving force behind Valentine’s Day; according to CNBC, people aged 25 to 34 were expected to spend the most on Valentine’s Day gifts, at just over $200 per person. Yes, I know; flowers are expensive. Good candy isn’t cheap. And dinner out — well, it’s a princely sum. But here’s another idea: I’ve decided I’d like a gift this Valentine’s Day: world peace. If you can get that for $20 billion, please let me know; you can deliver it to Pompano! magazine and they’ll be sure it reaches me.

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nly a three and a half hour plane ride from Fort Lauderdale exists a bustling urban metropolis at the base of a picturesque green mountain. “I thought we were going to see carts and donkeys in the streets,” said one first-time traveler to Colombia who was spectacularly surprised by the true urban culture of Bogotá. While the country was plagued for decades by civil conflict, Colombia has worked tediously to reinvent itself and open its arms wide to tourists. The historic peace accord in 2016 was a significant leap toward ending the conflict, but the momentum for change had been building for years. We experienced this new Colombia at its best. Our group of Lighthouse Point-based travelers were blown away by Bogotá’s culture, history, culinary offerings, museums, art and hospitality. Together we spent four days and three nights in Bogotá, discovering the city’s rich array of offerings. At over 8,000 feet in elevation, Bogotá sits high. Its historic urban center feels European — small alleys, Spanish colonial architecture, open air markets with artisans and vendors selling unique fruits, colorful beaded jewelry and handmade bags. In Bolívar Square you meander past a grand Spanish-style Catholic Cathedral with roots dating back to the 1500s. This square is rich with intriguing tales of drama and history. From the edges of the square you peer up the steep stone streets to see the mountaintop towering overhead. You pace a few blocks to another square, Rosary Plaza, with an emerald market where men and women swarm to show you their emeralds, folded in tiny pieces of paper and priced to sell. Or, you can take the less risky route and visit one of the more expensive, government-certified shops to assure the authenticity of your purchase. As you observe the busy square your nose is captured by the strong aroma of freshly roasted coffee, brewed on a little yellow cart, and your eyes admire one of the many graffiti murals this city has to offer. This is Bogotá. These are our adventures.

La Candelaria

We started our first day early on a Thursday, our first destination La Candelaria, the vibrant, historic heart of Bogotá. We ventured to Bolívar Square, home to both the Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception and the Palace of Justice of Colombia. The Palace of Justice stands peaceful now — children giggling outside as they feed flocks of pigeons from their ticklish hands — but the building also casts a metaphorical shadow, a reminder of Colombia’s troubled past. The Palace was the scene of a famous November 1985 siege when the President of the Supreme Court and five other judges, among four dozen bystanders and government workers, were killed by M-19, the country’s then main urban guerrilla group. Our knowledgable guide re-counted this dramatic tale: The M-19 guerrillas reportedly took 300 hostages and burnt criminal records containing proof and warrants against members of their group. It is also believed, but not proven, that the group burnt records against Pablo Escobar, one of the nation’s biggest drug traffickers at the time. Using armored cars and automatic weapons, the National Army of Colombia took

the building back by force, destroying much of its exterior. The building was re-built and now holds the Supreme Court of Justice, the Constitutional Court, the State Council and the Supreme Judicial Council. After visiting the Palace of Justice, we wandered the square listening to our guide recount other historic stories of Bogotá dating back to Simon Bolivar, after whom the square was named. His tales apparently build up quite an appetite — once our group was finished with the Plaza they were willing to try just about anything for lunch, including Capybara. “Capy-what?” you ask. Capybara — a rodent that looks much like a giant guinea pig, with a cute boxy nose and beaver-brown fur. While we all tried to mimic the culinary courage of Anthony Bourdain, each tasting a small sample of the Capybara meat, grilled over an open flame and served on a toothpick, only one brave soul (Richard Rosser) ordered the charred rodent for lunch. The rest of us tried a quintessential Colombian Ajiaco, a hearty soup with chicken, corn and potato.

OPPOSITE Eddie Monserrat doing what he does very well — enjoying life. ABOVE Bogotá is huge. This is the view from Mount Monserratte. INSET El Museo del Oro, the Gold Museum, is a national treasure for Colombians. Throughout their history, gold has been an important part of Colombian life, and this museum has assembled most of the important gold items from several centuries — including these ancient gold Poporos (traditional gadgets for the chewing of coca leaves).

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ABOVE Karen Attman, owner of Flavors of Bogotá, teaches the team the finest methods of brewing coffee. TOP RIGHT Our intrepid coffee tourists including Karen Attman and cover model Lorena Mojica. BELOW coffee connoisseurs in the making, or travelers in need of a caffeine boost?

The Coffee Professor

On day two of our Colombian adventure, our group met up with Karen Attman at Amor Perfecto Café, a Colombian specialty coffee shop and roaster located in the Usaquén district of Bogotá. Attman is a Bogotá-based, American writer whose love of food and coffee led her to start Flavors of Bogotá, a food magazine dedicated to discovering the best of Colombian cuisine. She later developed “Flavors of Bogotá Specialty Coffee Experiences” in 2015 — an educational tour that teaches foreigners and locals

alike about specialty coffee. She is the author of “Permission to Slurp,” which was nominated for the category of Best Coffee Books by the Gourmand Awards in 2018, and teaches coffee courses for a university, making her a “coffee professor.” While Attman had lived in Latin America for 22 years before moving to Colombia, it wasn’t until she moved to Bogotá about six years ago that she developed a deep fascination with coffee. “What I discovered was that there is this really cool coffee scene that a lot of people don’t know about and is a little bit hidden. It’s very alive and healthy here in Colombia. I said ‘people have to know about this,’” she said. “But it’s really hard to discover whether you come for a short visit, or even a longer one. People have been coming to these coffee shops for years and they still don’t know what’s behind it.” Attman, the coffee professor, gathered us around a long table in a beautiful sun room in the back of Amor Perfecto Café where she taught us about the process of growing and harvesting coffee, the science of proper roasting, techniques for brewing and cupping, and coffee’s overall significance to Colombia’s post-conflict renewal. Coffee, she said, in addition to cacao, have played a substantial role in replacing illicit crops. After Amor Perfecto Café, Attman guided us on a walking tour to two other specialty coffee shops, including Cafe San Alberto and Catación Pública. At Catación Pública we were privileged to see a working coffee roasting lab —

what looks like a science lab, replete with beakers and scales and safety goggles, where a young woman tested a batch of beans with the utmost care. Attman explained that the coffee tester was assessing the bean’s quality, how best to roast the coffee and what temperature water to brew the coffee at to achieve perfection. The lab, she said, is completely enclosed and off-limits to outsiders because coffee easily absorbs the flavors of other influences like perfume or food. At Catación Pública we also got to sample coffee cherries. As we had learned earlier on the tour, coffee is actually from inside a berry — one red in color and slightly juicy. The pit of the cherry is the coffee bean. The whole cherry, however, is quite tasty.

Where We Stayed THE W BOGOTÁ HOTEL

When we arrived at the W Bogotá we were greeted with cucumber water and hot towels in the hotel’s ubermodern, semi-funky, yet stylishly-chic lobby. Like other large cities, picking the location of your hotel can be a difficult choice. At first, the driving times to and from the W in the Usaquén District seemed long, and traffic in Bogotá can be brutal, but after a few days, the group

ABOVE Ok, this “three amigos” pic was just too cute not to include. The bullring was a unique experience from a cultural and historic perspective. Bull fighting is again legal but it is hugely controversial in Colombia with large protests outside the ring during the fights. LEFT Bogotá-based journalist Ana Luisa González and Pompano! magazine reporter Danielle Charbonneau pose on an original Botero sculpture at the entrance to the Botero musuem, which features amazing pieces from Botero’s art collection.

agreed our choice was superb. The atmosphere was luxurious, the neighborhood upper-class and charming, and the breakfast phenomenal. We started out each morning with a stunning array of options including authentic Colombian dishes, Latin American fruits, made-to-order eggs, homemade pastries, freshlysqueezed juices and Colombian coffee.

TOP Jay Petkov and Steve Izzi act like tourists but the marketplace has a genuinely charming feel about it. The people seem truly happy that you are visiting their country. BELOW Mount Monseratte overlooks the sprawling city below. Every Top-10 list of things to do in Bogotá will include a trip to the centuriesold monastery at this sacred site.

The barista at Catación Pública brought out a few small bowls of what looked like cherry-piefilling but was actually coffee cherries in a sweet syrup. The coffee bean inside each cherry gave every bite a satisfying crunch, while the berry itself was juicy and delectably sweet. Following our tour with Attman, our group

walked a few blocks over to La Mar, a Peruvian inspired seafood restaurant that wowed all of us.

Emeralds & Gold, Oh My

While on the trip, we set out in search of emeralds. Colombian emeralds, famous for their exotic beauty, account for 70 to 90 percent of the world’s emerald market and are said to be among the purest emeralds in the world. They can range anywhere between $30 and $10,000 based on the quality and age of the stone. Younger emerald formations are more opaque and light in color, while those worth thousands formed approximately 40 million years ago and are translucent and dark green. The Plazoleta del Rosario (Rosary Plaza) is surrounded by cheaper emerald peddlers, while a government-certified shop around the corner sells them at a much higher price. On the edge of the Plaza is also the Museo del Oro, or Gold Museum. Inside one will find multiple floors of gold artifacts and learn about Colombia’s indigenous tribes. Eighty-two indigenous tribes still live in different zones of Colombia, speaking different native languages, far-removed from modern civilization. Our guide recounted stories of Spanish conquistadors who wiped out tribes for their gold, and of Colombia’s Lost City — a city older than Machu Picchu located high in the mountains of Sierra [CONTINUED ON PAGE 58]

TOP Touring the bullpen BOTTOM The team enjoys lunch on Mount Monserratte with an impressive view of the

city from the windows. (L-R: Jay, Steve, Gerson, Richard, Danielle, Ana and Catalina)

Where We Dined

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TÁBULA

Featured on Anthony Bourdain’s Parts Unknown, Tábula has gained some international notoriety. It is easy to see why. Both the environment and food inspire conversation and camaraderie. The intimate, garden-style dining room is lined with lush plants and features a wood-burning oven in the center. The dishes are served family-style at long wooden tables where guests share bottles of wine and pass small cast-iron skillets full of moist meats, charred vegetables, fresh salads from the garden and homemade desserts. Our group tried several tasty meat dishes including Oxtail and braised beef, but our favorite dish of the night was a light and creamy banana panna cotta with puffed crunchy corn and a thin Carmel sauce, served of course, with a freshly roasted cup of Colombian coffee.

ANDRES CARNES DE REZ

No visit to Bogotá is complete without an evening at Andres Carnes De Rez or it’s sister restaurant Andres DC in downtown Bogotá. Both are huge, loud and fun. They are places that appeal to tourists and locals, especially on weekend nights. The food is traditional Colombian. The cocktails are delightfully obnoxious, and be prepared to dance — on the dance floor, around your table, or on your table. This is a kind of place where that happens, and it did for us.

ABASTO

Abasto is a country-style, farm-to-table Colombian restaurant. We dined in a private back room around a large table surrounded by shelves of local products — honey, flower, fruits, spices and eggs. Fresh baked goods adorned a counter next to a display case of local meats and cheeses. Our dinner companions were two esteemed Bogotá food writers for Eater.com who had selected the restaurant as one of the must-visit locales in Bogotá. Their lifelong knowledge of dining in the city added immeasurably to our enjoyment of the traditional Colombian dishes featuring unique spices and some refreshing cocktails made with local fruits.

CODE GREEN On Valentine’s Day last year, Code Green was called at Broward Health North. Code Green — the code called to initiate protocol for a mass casualty incident — signaled the entire hospital that a nearby tragedy was underway. The surgeons, doctors, nurses and support staff sprung to action to respond to the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting, the third most tragic school shooting in U.S. history. Together, the emergency room team at Broward Health North’s level two trauma center saved six lives. These are their stories. BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT nurse Lea Ann Chidester; medical director of the emergency department, Dr. Evan Boyar; nurse Rebecca McAndrews; medical director of trauma services, Dr. Igor Nichiporenko; and hospital CEO Alice Taylor. Photographed in the emergency department at Broward Health North by Debra Todd.

RED PHONE, CODE GREEN

On Feb. 15, 2018, Dr. Igor Nichiporenko, the chief trauma surgeon and trauma medical director at Broward Health North, exited the emergency room in the dark morning hour after midnight, adrenaline still raging after hours of emergency surgeries. He had just finished one of the most intense days ever endured in his eight years as a trauma surgeon at Broward Health North. On his way home to Lighthouse Point to his pregnant wife, an ICU nurse who was off that day with their 4-year-old son, he stopped at the 24-hour Walgreens at the corner of Sample Road and Federal Highway. He bought a Valentine’s bouquet of a dozen red roses wrapped in colorful plastic — the only flowers available next to the day-old newspaper stands not yet displaying the day’s headline tragedy — and returned home with a deep sense of gratitude that his wife and son lay peacefully in their beds. “When you have to witness life and death, you appreciate your life, you appreciate what you have, more,” he said. “Every day you come home, you are blessed to have your family and your kids, and that gives you a different perspective, because earlier you saw someone losing their loved ones.” That day, Dr. Nichiporenko had seen two families lose loved ones — the families of two victims who were both fatally injured during the Marjory Stoneman Douglas shooting. They had been transported, along with six other victims and the shooter, to the Emergency Department at Broward Health North. Dr. Nichiporenko was just one of a united team of surgeons, doctors, nurses and support staff that day who worked arduously to minimize the damage done by the third most tragic school shooting in U.S. history. It was the team’s professionalism, expertise and coordination, coupled with Broward North’s newly-expanded level two trauma center, that made it possible for six families to welcome home their loved ones that dark day.

That afternoon, Dr. Evan Boyar, Broward Health North’s chairman and medical director for emergency services, was working from home, about a mile away from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland. It was after 2pm and school was just letting out, so his wife had gone to pick up their two children, a 10-year-old and an 8-year-old, from elementary school. While on the road, she noticed a lot of traffic and speeding vehicles and called her husband concerned. Dr. Boyar, distracted by work and having seen plenty of speeding cars in the neighborhood before, thought little of her concerns and dismissed her casually, telling her he would see her when she got home. When he hung up the phone, he immediately received a call from the Chief of Coral Springs Fire Rescue. “He said, ‘We have an active shooter, anticipate multiple victims, we don’t know the number. They’re coming to you, be ready,’” Dr. Boyar remembered. “Simultaneously the hospital got pre-hospital information from dispatch.”

Nurse Rebecca McAndrews was the charge nurse on duty that day who took the call from dispatch in the emergency department before Code Green was called. “We have a red phone that’s directly connected to dispatch…When that red phone rings we know it’s usually something serious that’s coming in. It rang and they said there had been a shooting at a high school. They didn’t know how many victims there were going to be, but said to expect a lot of casualties. It’s always something shocking whenever that phone rings. We know it’s not going to be something ordinary like we deal with on a day-to-day basis. “The first thing you think is, ‘Okay what do I have to do now?’ You have to put your feelings aside initially, so you don’t really process what it is that’s happening until after, which I think is what happened that day. We all just kind of jumped in and figured out what we had to do next to get ready.”

Nurse Lea Ann Chidester was off that day, at home expecting a lazy afternoon. Her husband was outside

in the Florida sunshine washing his car when she flicked on the news and learned of the shooting. She called out to her husband, a BSO firefighterparamedic, to alert him. When he asked her where the shooting was and she responded “Parkland,” he reminded her that her hospital is the closest trauma facility to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High. “I said, ‘Oh my God, you’re right,’” she said. The realization hit her abruptly. “Immediately I started getting my scrubs on in anticipation and then I got, as part of a management team, an alert on my phone,” she said. Nurse Chidester drove in silence to the hospital from her home in Pompano Beach, mentally preparing herself for the unknown awaiting her. “I remember it felt like it took me three hours to get to work because I was determined to get there,” she said.

Dr. Nichiporenko was in a monthly meeting with the hospital’s CEO, Alice Taylor, when Dr. Boyar called to tell him about the shooting. “He said ‘We have an active shooter in Parkland High School. Expect to receive multiple casualties, pediatric trauma with penetrating injuries….then,

about two or three minutes later, Code Green was activated for the whole hospital,” Dr. Nichiporenko remembered. Code Green is the code called at Broward North when a mass casualty incident has occurred. It activates a protocol for staff to take specific roles and positions within the hospital to prepare for, and subsequently treat, multiple trauma victims. Coincidentally, on the 23rd of September 2016, Broward Health North had completed an active shooter Code Green drill where the team practiced taking care of multiple casualties from multiple gunshot wounds. That training prepared the hospital team for the reality of the day they were now experiencing. At first, however, Dr. Nichiporenko said some thought it was just another drill. “The atmosphere was unreal,” he said. “If you think of the circumstances — a mass casualty. Nobody

thought that this would happen in a place like Parkland. It seems to be a quiet neighborhood with great public schools. Nobody ever thought that they would have a mass casualty event in that particular area… A lot of people took the news in disbelief, like it wasn’t really happening. But because of the protocol, and because of the drills and training we do, we all did our job.”

As the hospital was springing to action in response to the Code Green announcement, Dr. Boyar was driving like a mad man, racing from his home in Parkland to the hospital following closely behind emergency rescue vehicles coming from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High that were taking the same route he drives to the hospital. “It’s normally about a 20-minute drive; I probably made it in about 14 minutes,” he recalled. “I was flying. You’re obviously thinking, and really what I was thinking was, ‘Okay, this is in my own backyard.’ So that has its own kind of implications. But they’re also coming to my hospital where I run our department, so

I need to be ready. I have to make sure we take good care of everybody. And you just kind of go into this laser focus mode. And when I got here [at the hospital] we were in the midst of having our whole Code Green implemented.”

THE COMMAND CENTER

Dr. Boyar joined Dr. Nichiporenko, charge nurse McAndrews, and an entire team of other doctors, nurses, surgeons and other personnel at the command center in the emergency department. “That’s where it all started,” said Dr. Nichiporenko. “We had a command center at our charge nurse desk and then we had a central command center,” said Dr. Boyar. “From the command centers, duties and responsibilities get delegated, and the key is to adhere to your duty and responsibility. If you don’t stay in your lane, that’s where confusion takes place. “No person is more important than another person…everything works together — radiology, blood bank, environmental services, everyone. That’s the key to a successful response to an MCI [Mass Casualty Incident] — stay in your lane, and respect everybody’s duties.” “That was one of the most positive responses that we displayed in this department here — probably

ON A MISSION TO STOP THE BLEED In the wake of the Parkland tragedy, Dr. Nichiporenko knew he wanted to do something constructive and forwardthinking to help minimize the damage of mass casualty events in the future. He started participating in Stop the Bleed, a training program that teaches citizens how to quickly stop a victim from bleeding out using a tonic and medical materials to pack a wound. The first 60 minutes after a traumatic injury — a period of time called the “Golden Hour” — are critical, said Dr. Nichiporenko. If a bystander can stop a victim from hemorrhaging, the victim is much more likely to survive. “My personal participation with Stop the Bleed makes me feel like there is something I can do personally,” said Dr. Nichiporenko. “Not everybody is in the position to stop or prevent this [mass casualty incidents] from happening, but at least when they happen, I can help people to know how to stop the bleed, so that more lives can be saved. This was my resolution to this problem.

“As a physician, I can actually do something about it by trying to minimize the harmful effect of this kind of violence. It can happen in the supermarket, it can happen in the library, it can happen in the church, it can happen in the bus station. As regular people, we aren’t politicians; We are just doctors and patients. What we can do for each other is to train ourselves how to stop the bleed. “A good analogy is that when CPR-ACLS came out, we were teaching people how to do CPR to save lives. Because of the miserable, unfortunate reality that we are in, now we teach them how to stop the bleed.” Ideally, Dr. Nichiporenko said he’d like to ensure that every public place has an easily accessible trauma box with materials to stop bleeding alongside other life-saving materials like AEDs. He encourages public places to invest in a Stop the Bleed medical kit. The hospital is also accepting donations of Stop the Bleed medical

kits. You can order them online at bleedingcontrol.org and have them mailed to Point! Publishing at 2436 N. Federal Highway. P.O. Box #311, Lighthouse Point, FL 33064. Point! Publishing will deliver the kits to Broward Health North. The next Stop the Bleed course will be held at Broward Health North on Saturday March, 30 in the Conference Center. To RSVP for this event please call 954-759-7400 and select option five, or visit BrowardHealth.org/Events.

from years of drill, drill, drill, drill, drill — was that once everybody had their assignment, they stayed right in their lane.” While his staff sometimes dislikes the drills, considering them “monotonous,” Dr. Boyar said that that day, everyone was tremendously thankful for having had the practice. “Code Green activation requires drills, I can’t emphasize that enough,” he said. “When you get this call that this is real, this is active, you get an adrenaline surge of ‘Here we go.’ And you kind of just flip into a mode of pure focus.” Nurse McAndrews was in charge of the command center at the nurse desk. Even before Code Green was called the ER was busy, so her first job was to get as many patients discharged, triaged or moved to make room for the incoming trauma victims. “Then we had to make sure the trauma rooms were each set up with a trauma team of nurses, paramedics, respiratory therapists, ER doctors — we were making sure everyone was where they needed to be. A number of additional medical professionals from outside the hospital also rushed in to help.

NO PERSON IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN ANOTHER PERSON…EVERYTHING WORKS TOGETHER — RADIOLOGY, BLOOD BANK, ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, EVERYONE. THAT’S THE KEY TO A SUCCESSFUL RESPONSE TO AN MCI [MASS CASUALTY INCIDENT] — STAY IN YOUR LANE, AND RESPECT EVERYBODY’S DUTIES.

“We probably had about four or five teams assembled simultaneously,” said Dr. Boyar. “Those teams were assembled with our medical staff, our current emergency physicians here, our current trauma surgeons in-house, trauma surgeons that came in, general surgeons that were in-house, general surgeons that came in, all in our medical staff, vascular surgeons in-house and vascular surgeons that came in, thoracic surgeons… We had more resources than we actually utilized.” Surprisingly, Nurse McAndrews said, “everyone was very calm, cool and collected.”

“There wasn’t any question as to who was going to do what. It was like, ‘Okay, what do you need? Where do I need to go?’ No questions asked. Everyone just kind of fell into place. Then we got that first patient and things rapidly picked up from there.” The patients came in groups of three or four, said Dr. Nichiporenko. “I think the first patient that arrived was in the first 15 minutes,” he said. “There was not really time to stand and wait and think of what’s coming, or what’s not coming. We were preparing for victims to come in and preparing to start working. As the patients arrived, medical teams dispersed into their respective zones. In total, Broward Health North received nine patients, which included eight victims and one suspect. Of the nine patients, four patients were in non-life threatening condition, three patients were in life-threatening condition and two patients expired. Dr. Nichiporenko conducted three emergency surgeries, the last one ending just past midnight. Though he was in surgery late into the evening, the rush in the emergency department was over in just a few hours.

GETTING THE ALL-CLEAR

“It was probably over a period of three hours before we finally got the all-clear that there wasn’t going to be any more patients,” said nurse McAndrews. “At one point we were unsure because MedCom called us and asked how many more patients we could take. I looked at Dr. Boyar, and he said we could take as many as they have... but after that point, we didn’t get any more. I think all of us were kind of, almost, sad that we weren’t getting more patients because we knew there wasn’t anybody else — like there wasn’t anybody else for us to save.” From that point on the ER was back open for business. “And then by 6 o’clock, it was like you would have never had known — except for the media outside — what happened inside of our emergency room,” McAndrews said. Though by appearances the emergency department was “back to normal,” [CONTINUED ON PAGE 60]

Dining OUT IN THE NORTH BROWARD BEACHES

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POMPANO BEACH Aconchego Bar and Grill. BRAZILIAN A taste of Brazil in the heart of Pompano Beach. Open for lunch and dinner. 7 SE 22nd Ave., 954-782-8040. $

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza. PIZZA • WINGS You can credit this place with bringing the whole “coal-fired pizza craze” to South Florida. Pizza and chicken wings — do you need anymore? Try the cauliflower pizza — good and good for you. 1203 S. Federal Highway, 954-942-5550 $$ The Beach Grille. AMERICAN Delicious eats near the beach with the capability to order online. 3414 Atlantic Blvd., 954946-6000 $ Beach House. AMERICAN • CRAFT COCKTAILS Newly opened beachside dining on Pompano Beach. Casual and relaxed with rooftop deck on the second floor. 270 N Pompano Beach Blvd. 954-607-6530 Bella Roma Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. ITALIAN • PIZZA

Tasty dishes, large portions and delivery is available. 40 SW 15th St., 954-784-3696 $$

Bobby Rubino’s. BARBECUE • AMERICAN Specials and coupons

are posted daily and catering is available. The restaurant also has a large bar room where you can dine at the bar or booths. This place is a Pompano Beach icon. 2501 N. Federal Highway, 954-781-7550 $$

Brew Fish. BAR AND GRILL Dine outside in the tiki hut overlooking a canal right in Pompano Beach. Comprehensive menu and attentive staff. 200 E. McNab Rd., 954-440-3347 $$ Briny Irish Pub. IRISH • BAR FOOD At the end of East Atlantic

Boulevard, steps from the ocean, is Briny’s Irish Pub. There is a large beer selection plus the regular and, dare we say, unique mixed drinks. The kitchen offers an array of bar food as well as some classics like bangers and mash and fish-nchips. The casual atmosphere is created by an immense array of nautical artifacts and oddities that fill every inch of the pub. Music plays constantly, often live with a dance floor if one is inclined. 3440 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-3159 $

are also available including filet mignon. For island comfort food, don’t miss one of their curries or rotis. Fresh oysters and clams are also available. Wash it all down with a draft beer, a glass of wine or choose from over 40 different bottled beers. So if you are in search of high-quality ingredients, inventive cooking and a very welcoming staff, head over to Calypso. 460 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-1633 $$

Casareccio Trattoria Italiana. ITALIAN Wow! What a find. This small but impressive Italian eatery is delightful. We can’t really tell you what to try because the menu changes daily. However, we are willing to bet you will fall in love with this place which feels like it just plopped into Pompano straight from the hills of Tuscany. Reservations are highly recommended. Also, call ahead to see what they are serving. 1386 S Federal Highway, 954-998-3642 $$$ Checkers Old Munchen. GERMAN When you’re looking for a

change in your restaurant rotation, take a trip back to the old country at Checkers Old Munchen. The restaurant’s exposed wood framing is reminiscent of the German half-timbered architectural style and the walls are lined with classic German beer steins. For a traditional German meal, try the wienerschnitzel — it’s divine a lightly breaded veal cutlet sautéed in lemon butter and topped with homemade brown gravy. The spaetzle (German noodles) are a real homemade treat and not to be missed — throw a little of that brown gravy on them and they could be a meal unto themselves. The red cabbage is both classically sweet and sour and there are other side options too including potato dumplings, potato salad and even hot potato salad. As you look around, you can’t help but get the feeling that most of the patrons are returning customers. And the next time we get a hankering for some schnitzel, we know where to go. Imbibe to your hearts content with their wide assortment of German beers. 2209 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954785-7565 $$

Chef Dee’s. SUSHI • SEAFOOD A small neighborhood place

with plenty of charm. Impressive sushi rolls and a varied menu with something for everyone. 3919 N. Federal Highway., 954-582-4444

Cypress Nook. GERMAN This place has been in business for

Bru’s Room Sports Grill. AMERICAN This spot is home to the

38 years — talk about staying power. It’s open for three meals a day and there’s nothing like a little knackwurst with your eggs. 201 SE 15th St., 954-781-3464 $

Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN Since they

Darrel & Oliver’s Cafe Maxx. INTERNATIONAL This restau-

Seminole Club of Broward County. Wings and other bar food available. 235 S. Federal Highway, 954-785-2227 $

opened their doors in 1990, Calypso has been a local favorite. This gem of a restaurant is known for their fresh, wild caught fish, Bahamian conch dishes, Jamaican jerk and American favorites too all served with an island flair. On any given day, look around and you’ll see fellow diners devouring their house special cutter (sandwich)—sautéed shrimp with garlic butter, mushrooms and cheddar all stuffed into a hollowed out kaiser roll. Check out the special board for a variety of locally caught fish with everything from grouper to snapper to wahoo among others. Plenty of land lubber options

WITH MRS. KOSSENFLOFFER

rant is an anchor of the South Florida fine dining scene. 2601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-0606 $$$$

Dos Amigos. MEXICAN When you feel the hankering for a fa-

jita, this Pompano Beach spot fits the bill. Try the margaritas too. 1308 N. Federal Highway 954-781-1955 $$

Eric’s Authentic Mexican Food. MEXICAN The tacos are a

standout here —served street style — which translates into fresh ingredients prepared with love and care. Start with some chips and guacamole. For some authentic and tasty

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Mexican, head over to Eric’s and thank us later. 625 E Atlantic Blvd., 754-215-6103

Fish Shack. SEAFOOD A small, roadside seafood shack, for

a small seafood town. This is truly one of those best kept secrets. With only a handful of tables, we’re selfishly hoping not too many people get in on this gem in Pompano Beach. 2862 NE 17th Ave., 954-586-4105 $$

Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Enjoy a deal every day. 2500 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-3762 $$

The Foundry. AMERICAN • CONTINENTAL Seating options ga-

lore, from bar seating to lounge seating and old-fashioned casual dining seating. 2781 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-205-6977 $$

Galuppi’s. AMERICAN What could be more entertaining than

watching golfers swing and blimps ascend as you sip a drink at an outdoor bar? 1103 N. Federal Highway, 954-785-0226 $

Gianni’s Italian Restaurant. ITALIAN Enjoy traditional Ital-

ian fare at this family owned and operated establishment, serving everything from pasta to gourmet specialties like Chicken Gianni’s and fresh seafood. Pair your dish with a bottle of wine or cocktail from their full bar. They also offer daily lunch specials Monday – Friday starting at $9.95. Don’t skip the romaine salad with the blue cheese. 1601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-1733 $$

Great Indian Grill. INDIAN If you like Indian food, this place

should go on your “must-try” list. Everything we sampled (and we ate quite a bit) was packed with tantalizing Indian spices and flavors representing the many different regional styles of Indian cooking.. 2692 E Atlantic Blvd., 954-532-7872 $$

The Gyro Joint. MIDDLE EASTERN Eat in, or carry out. It’s all Greek to me. 165 S. Cypress Road, 954-946-9199 $

Houston’s. AMERICAN Enjoy this contemporary eatery for lunch or dinner. Outdoor bar and seating on the Intracoastal available. 2821 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-9499 $$$

SEASIDE AND GRILL Casual restaurant offering beachside dining, delicious seafood, flavorful steaks, & live entertainment every weekend. Lunch and Dinner starting at 11:30am Tiki Bar featuring burgers, wings, live entertainment and craft cocktails. Open for Breakfast (starting at 8:30am), Lunch and Dinner.

www.seasidegrill.com 1406 N. Ocean Boulevard, Pompano Beach

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Dining Out Mrs. Kossenfloffer’s Savory Morning Muffins Sometimes I want a muffin but I don’t necessarily want something so sweet. But, I sort of want a hint of sweetness. In these instances, my husband accuses me of muffin-indecision. The good part is that my muffin affliction gave rise to these breakfast babies. They’re tender, cheesy and earthy with little bursts of sweetness thanks to those figs.

J Mark’s. AMERICAN A relaxing, modern restaurant and bar

with food and service to match. 1490 NE 23rd St., 954-782-7000

$$$

Kings Head British Pub Pompano Beach. PUB Fish and

chips, bangers and mash, savory pies and other British classics are all made on premises. 900 E Atlantic Blvd., 754-2228671 $$

La Rachetta at Whole Foods Market. PIZZA AND WINE BAR

Enjoy weekly deals with plenty of beers on tap and wines by the glass. For something different, try the sweet southern swine pizza — a light and crispy pizza topped with pork belly, arugula and cheese. Or try one of the plethora of meatballs — all are a satisfying treat. The truffle fries are great with anything. 2411 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-8778 $

La Veranda. ITALIAN The atmosphere is elegant, yet comfortable and warm. Inside or out, one can enjoy a truly special evening in the Tuscany-inspired surroundings. Be it drinks from their full bar, a bottle from the copious wine selection or naturally the Italian food, everything is served perfectly. Expect to be delighted. There is a big selection of pasta, entrées and traditional dishes, with new favorites to be discovered that the wait staff will happily explain. You can taste the love in their homemade desserts. If you’re looking to celebrate or simply treat yourself to an evening of superior dining, La Veranda is an excellent choice. Reservations are suggested. 2121 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-7390 $$$ McCoy’s Oceanfront. AMERICAN Located at the beautiful Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa, dine indoors or pool-side on the covered patio with the beach as your backdrop. 1200 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-782-0100 $$ Mediterraneo Cucina Siciliana. ITALIAN True Sicilian

food served for dinner only. Closed on Mondays. 420 N. Federal Highway, 754-222-9174 $$

Miami Masala. INDIAN Enjoy classic Indian dishes as well

Cheddar, Fig and Sage Muffins 2 cups all purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1 1/4 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon white pepper 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 cup olive oil 8 ounces Greek yogurt

PREPARATION

2 4-5 1 1/2 2 1

large eggs large sage leaves, minced cup cheddar cheese, grated cup cheddar, small cubes tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated cup dried figs, softened and chopped

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place the figs in a heatproof bowl and cover with boiling water. After they are soft, roughly chop. Place the flour, sugar, salt, white pepper, baking soda and baking powder in a large bowl and whisk to combine. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs with the olive oil and yogurt. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix until just combined. Gently fold in the grated cheddar and chopped figs and sage. Spoon into a muffin tin lined with papers. Place a few cubes of the cheddar on the op of each muffin and gently press on them. Bake for about 20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center of muffin comes out clean.

as a few more modern ones with an Indian twist. The stuffed Hungarian peppers appetizer, while not being a classic Indian dish, had all the flavors fans of the cuisine crave. Great service by a friendly staff. Try the Indian crepe — crazy good. A daily lunch buffet includes traditional, vegetarian and vegan choices. 900 E Atlantic Blvd., 954-317-1371 $$

Nikki’s Orange Kitchen. CONTINENTAL Open for breakfast,

lunch and dinner. Enjoy salads, sandwiches and entrées all with a Mediterranean influence. Organic and gluten free options available. Enjoy the location right across from the Pompano Fishing Pier. Have dinner and take a stroll — it’s why we live here, people. 1 N. Ocean Blvd., Ste 102, 954-532-2771 $$-$$$

Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar. AMERICAN Beach front dining at the

Beachcomber Resort — go for the view. 1200 S. Ocean Blvd. 954-941-7830 $$$

Pho Lavie. VIETNAMESE If you have never had Vietnamese food, you are missing out. This spot will delight you. Everything is so fresh. Go, you’ll thank us. 3321 N. Federal Highway, 954-941-4155 $$ Ruby’s by the Sea. ITALIAN Italian by the sea is more like it. 2608 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-785-7700 $$ Rusty Hook Tavern. AMERICAN Located on the Pompano Intracoastal, sit inside or outside, just keep in mind that the word tavern means a local place to gather around the table. 125 N. Riverside Drive, 954-941-2499 $ Sands Harbor Patio Restaurant. SANDWICHES • WINGS

Located in the Sands Harbor Hotel and Marina on the intra-

coastal, sit poolside or water side, either way, you better know how to swim. 125 N. Riverside Drive, 954-942-9100 $

Seaside Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Enjoy a view of the Atlan-

tic while enjoying fresh seafood and an ice cold cocktail. Don’t worry if you’re not a fish lover — there are plenty of entrée choices from the land. Located at Lighthouse Cove Resort on the ocean. 1406 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-783-3193 $$

Sette Bello. ITALIAN This is a true gem just south of the Pompano Beach border serving expertly prepared Italian food with quite a bit of a flare. In other words — not like mom used to make…this is way, way better. (No offense to mom.) A perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or a romantic dinner for two. 6241 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. 954 351-0505 $$$

Shishka Lebanese Grill. MIDDLE EASTERN It’s not easy to

make a good falafel (chick peas, fava beans garlic and cilantro seasoned and deep fried, served with tahini sauce) but the ones at Shishka are worth every single calorie. There are plenty of other choices too from the classic hummus to baba ghanouj to chicken and meat shawarma. 1901 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-2999 $$

Spanx the Hog BBQ. BARBECUE Using only natural ingredi-

ents, dine in, take out, or order custom catering. 147 S. Cypress Road. 954-590-8342 $ Sunset Catch. ITALIAN • SEAFOOD Fresh seafood served daily, and they even have their very own “wine doctor.” 101 N. Riverside Drive, 954-545-0901 $$

Table 2201. MEDITERRANEAN • SEAFOOD Everything at Table 2201 is made on the premises — even the desserts. Start with

the pygros, a tower of eggplant, potatoes and ground beef topped with a cool yogurt sauce. Finish off with the Greek yogurt mousse, a lightly sweetened cloud with a hint of cocoa and a strawberry sauce to compliment. Table 2201 has a menu full of your Greek favorites without all of the hooplah. So if you are looking for a genuine Greek dinner without having to dance on tables and yell “opa” — not that there’s anything wrong with that — Table 2201 is a good choice. 2201 E. Atlantic Blvd., 718-600-2236 $$

Take Sushi. JAPANESE • SUSHI Fresh, authentic Japanese fair delivered to your door? Yes, please. 2714 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954785-2442 $ Talay Thai. THAI • JAPANESE A small and cozy place with delivery and carry out. 2233 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-941-1123 $$ Trattoria Novello. ITALIAN At the heart of Trattoria Novello

is Chef Patrick Solarino — or Chef “Pasquale” as he goes by (a name derived from his grandfather). Chef Pasquale’s fervent belief in using fresh ingredients (so fresh some are grown in his own home garden) and authentic Italian imported products is truly is his tradmark. Some of Trattoria Novello’s dishes are derived from Chef Pasquale’s own childhood. While his family is from Southern Italy and much of the Trattoria Novello menu reflects that heritage, Chef Pasquale has intentionally crafted a menu with dishes from all regions of Italy. 2665 W. Atlantic Blvd., 954-876-1915.

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Umberto’s of Long Island. ITALIAN • PIZZA When a pizza is

named Grandma’s Pizza — you must order it. And trust us,

Happy Hour 3pm-7pm • Monday-Friday Drink & Appetizer Specials

OPEN FOR LUNCH Ladies Night – Wednesday Private Parties & Catering Sushi • Thai Food

1 Year Anniversary 15% OFF

Lunch or Dinner Feb. 18-24 (Dine-In Only) 954.933.7163 • 4460 N. Federal Highway, Lighthouse Point Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30 – 10 • Sat & Sun 4pm - 10

“Best “Best German German Restaurant Restaurant 2015” 2017” New Times

Dining Out you won’t regret it. There is family tradition baked into every bite. 2780 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-784-7110 $$

Valentino’s Italian Cuisine. ITALIAN • PIZZA An abundance of Italian fare served for lunch or dinner. If you can’t make it over to dine in, fret not, they offer free delivery. 427 S. Federal Highway, 954-545-4881 $$ Wings N’ Things. WINGS • BARBECUE It doesn’t look like much from the outside but it’s worth trying. 150 S. Sixth St., 954-781-9464 $

954.785.7565

Mon - Sat 11a.m. - 10p.m. Sun 4p.m. - 9p.m. We accept reservations 2209 East Atlantic Blvd. Pompano Beach (1 block east of Federal) www.checkersoldmunchen.com

Yakuza. JAPANESE • THAI The contemporary Asian anchored décor is a feast for the eyes: warm, inviting and totally unique. The attentive servers address each table with personal concern. Central to the dining room is a large classic sushi bar, displaying the fresh fish offerings. But sushi is only part of their menu. Yakuza has a brilliant selection of Japanese and Thai specialties. We were impressed by the freshness and variety of tastes offered. Modern is a fair descriptor as Yakuza offers unique approaches to traditional Japanese and Thai fare, making them new, unique and their own. Try their specials. 2515 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-951-6077 $$ Zuccarelli. ITALIAN • PIZZA This place is more than just a pizza joint. From eggplant Parmesan to shrimp fra diavolo, you will leave quite satisfied. The portions are generous and come with a fresh house salad. Bring your breath mints because their warm garlic rolls are on point. 1340 N. Federal Highway, 954-941-1261 $$

LIGHTHOUSE POINT Fetta Republic. GREEK Traditional Greek offerings close to home. 2420 N. Federal Highway, 954-933-2394 $$

Le Bistro. FRENCH • BISTRO Professional chef, Andy Trousdale serves up both classics and inventive new dishes at this little neighborhood gem. Fresh and local produce is always used and vegetarian, dairy free and gluten free menu items are available. The restaurant also offers cooking classes. 4626 N. Federal Highway, 954-946-9240 $$$ The Nauti Dawg Marina Café. AMERICAN Nestled in at the

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Lighthouse Point Marina, the Nauti Dawg is a local favorite. Start with the tuna wontons—crispy fried wonton wrappers topped with tuna tartare, seaweed salad, red pepper mayo, wasabi and a hit of sirracha. For a taste of New England with a twist, try the lobster roll. Of course you can’t go wrong with the fresh fish sandwich—ask what the catch of the day is. The fish Reuben is another great sandwich option—just sub in some fresh fish for the pastrami and you’ve got yourself a little healthier version of the classic. All sandwiches come with a side and while French fries are always a delicious option—the restaurant offers a tangy cucumber salad (among other choices) that provides a nice crunch to any sandwich. They are a dog-friendly restaurant. 2830 NE 29th Ave. (at the Lighthouse Point Marina), 954-941-0246 $$

Papa’s Raw Bar. SUSHI • SEAFOOD Situated next door to their

parent restaurant Seafood World, Papa’s indeed seems like the hip child of an established restaurant. While the fresh food is the real star, the Keys-inspired décor certainly accounts for part of their charm. The menu goes way beyond typical raw bar offerings with inventive tacos and sliders. Papa’s also offers a wide array of sushi and sashimi. Start off with one of the towers of Van Buskirk (you’ll find a few menu items named after locals.) The bare naked lady version is a

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Rocca Trattoria. ITALIAN A small and intimate neighborhood place. Watch owner and chef Lucy prepare your favorite dishes in the open kitchen. 2014 E Sample Road, 954-876-1733

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Big Louie’s. ITALIAN • PIZZA A South Florida chain offering classic Italian dishes. 2190 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-5510 Burgers & Suds. BURGERS • HOT DOGS • SANDWICHES. Unique eats, like a burger served between two glazed donuts. Yes, donuts. 360 E. McNab Road, 954-772-8007 Cafe Brie. SANDWICHES • SALADS A little gem of a place that

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Dandee Donut Factory. BAKERY • PASTRIES From the classic old fashioned sour cream to Boston cream, these babies are just begging to be dunked. Bagels, breakfast and lunch also available. 1900 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-1461 Five Girls . BURGERS • PIZZA Check out this cozy, neighborhood joint. Five Girls offers all the classics you crave including burgers, hand cut fries and the owner’s favorite Philadelphia cheesesteaks. 2659 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-8889

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Dining Out Jersey Dogs. HOT DOGS • ITALIAN Grab a seat at the counter and devour a double Italian which is two all-beef hot dogs tucked away in pizza bread and topped with sautéed peppers, potatoes and onions — add a touch of their homemade spicy relish for some kick. 3330 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-800-7006

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JJ’s Fresh To You. SANDWICHES • SALADS Avocado and celery and potatoes and beets are just a few of their inventive salads. They are also serve ceviche, soups and sandwiches with meat prepared sous-vide style. Try the Chilean hot dog version with avocado, heirloom tomatoes and homemade mayonnaise. 1384 S Federal Highway 954-648-1512

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Lester’s Diner. DINER American comfort fare in a retro setting. 1924 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-2109 Lighthouse Cove Tiki Bar. AMERICAN Seaside eats and happy hours. 1406 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-784-2804

Little Italian. PIZZA Little Italian Pizza is the best kind of Italian restaurant — the kind that feels like a whole-in-thewall, but quickly grows vibrant as the large, steaming plates of homestyle Italian dishes come barreling out of the kitchen. The restaurant grinds their own sausage and bakes their own dough daily. While the small restaurant (with only about six cozy tables) doesn’t serve alcohol, they do allow BYOB (and there’s a liquor store conveniently located right next door). Families bring in bottles of red wine to cork, creating a joyous atmosphere. The restaurant has a huge menu with stromboli, calzone, soups, salads, subs, 26 kinds of specialty pizzas, baked pasta dishes, chicken and veal entrees and all your traditional pasta dishes and desserts. 448 S. Cypress Road, 954-941-0550

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The Bull Ring, Botero Museum & Mount Monserrate

On our third day in Bogotá, we took a private bus tour to some key attractions of Bogotá. The first stop was Plaza de Toros Santamaría, the Santamaría Bullring. The stadium was built in 1931 and has served as a world destination for Spanish-style bull fighting. In recent years the bullring shifted its focus to host live music and cultural arts events. Bogotá’s last mayor, Gustavo Petro, had put an end to the traditional functions of the Bogotá bullring, saying he believed the space should be used for “activities for life, not death.” His successor, Enrique Peñalosa, also declared himself against the sport, but when the constitutional court ruled that the ban was an infringement on bullfighters’ right to expression, bullfighting returned. Massive, and sometimes violent, protests followed. Opposition sees the sport as entirely barbaric and cruel, while supporters see it as a central part of Colombia’s Spanish cultural heritage. The bull fights are generally completed upon the death of one bull, which is then hung from a steel chain over a grate in the floor to drain its blood. The meat is then donated and consumed. While the bullring is not traditionally open to tourists, a security guard on site graciously took us inside to have a look around. He showed us the bullpens, a small chapel where bullfighters go to pray before a fight and a surgeon’s quarters where matadors can be treated if they incur injuries during the fight. Our second stop of the day was the Botero Museum in the Candalaria district. Fernando Botero Angulo is a world-renowned Colombian figurative artist and

sculptor. He is best known for his ability to play with proportions of the human body. Some of his work — almost cartoonish in nature — portrays chunky bodies with ballooned body parts. The museum also features Botero sculptures and the works of other famous artists including Salvador Dali, Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet and Henri Matisse, which were donated to the museum from Botero’s personal collection. The last stop, and probably most remarkable of the day, was Mount Monserrate, the highest point in Bogotá with an elevation of 10,341 feet above sea level. The hill was a sacred mountain to the pre-Colombian natives and is currently a pilgrimage site for Catholics, some of whom climb the mountain on their knees. As tourists, however, the mountain can be traversed by aerial tramway, a funicular or by walking. The top of the mountain offers spectacular views of Bogotá below, while the Monserrate Catholic Sanctuary is a serene getaway to take a stroll. A small outdoor marketplace sells souvenirs, coca tea, coffee and other artisan wares. Multiple restaurants with panoramic views are picturesque places to dine. Our group opted to try Restaurante Casa San Isidro, a fine-dining French restaurant with classic dishes like Chateaubriand.

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Our last day in Bogotá was the day of The Ciclovía — a fascinating weekly event in Bogotá from 7am to 2pm on Sundays and holidays when most major streets (approximately 76 miles of them) shut down to automotive traffic and allow only cyclists, runners and walkers. The Ciclovía program has been government run since 1974 and some 1.7 million people (about a quarter of the city’s population) turn out for it on average every week. Sundays is also the day when local street markets are bustling. Thus was the case in Usaquén where our group meandered the Mercado de las Pulgas de Usaquén — about three miles worth of street vendors selling handmade artisan products, clothing, cookware, hats and artwork. Street performers and live music create a festive environment, while the cobblestone streets and abundant locals give the market inviting charm. Our group of travelers reveled at the absence of Americanstyle influences at the market. Banks, newspapers, fitness clubs and other businesses are not found selling their services at this market as the variety of authentic, artisan vendors is strictly monitored. The market was a colorful ending to a colorful trip. Y Travel with Pompano! magazine Check out the new Insider Excursions website to learn about trips in 2019, including: Costa Rica, Quebec City, Denver, Southern Italy and Cartagena, Colombia: insiderexcursions.com

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Dr. Boyar said hospital personnel was not. He remembers how the emotional atmosphere completely shifted after the all-clear was given. “Once that period of stabilization has ended, then you, and all the staff, get this overwhelming emotion of ‘I can’t believe this just happened. Was it my friend? Was it your friend? What’s going on here?’” said Dr. Boyar. “At the end it was kind of like everyone just took a breath and realized it was over, and then I think it hit people.” “It was painful to realize that it was such a tragedy,” said Dr. Nichiporenko. “We had started getting more and more information on actually how many people died at the scene of the shooting. And when it all started sinking in, people were in a state of shock.” Dr. Boyar and CEO Taylor held a debriefing meeting in a conference room off the east wing of the ER where staff packed in and overflowed into the hallway. “All the seats were taken,” remembered Dr. Boyar. “And it was the whole gamut of who was involved, from the CEO of the hospital to our registration personnel to our environmental services — everybody who’s involved in a Code Green was here. I think it is a very important part of a Code Green, real mass casualty incident, to be able to have the debriefing process. Some people who wanted to speak got emotional and started crying, and that’s what they needed to do. It’s comforting that the person next to you feels the same way. And as leaders, we wanted everybody to understand that they did the best they could do for our community, and should be proud of that.” Nurse Chidester said she can’t recall exactly what people spoke about, just that “there was a lot of tears, a lot of emotion in there.” “It was a good way for us to have a moment of quiet and express our feelings and start the process of healing,” she said. The debrief lasted only about 20 minutes. The ER was still open, with a waiting room full of new patients.

While the ER conference room was swarmed with hospital personnel for the debriefing, the hospital cafeteria was packed with the friends and families of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High students, all agonizing and waiting for news. CEO Taylor called Imperial Point hosptial, which has a behavioral health unit, to recruit as many grief counselors and therapists to come support. “At the end of the day, when things were winding down, I went to the cafeteria…and that was just the most tragic moment I think all day — seeing those parents, knowing that they don’t know where their kids were,” said Taylor. Seeing the parents and families was also the most difficult part of the day for Dr. Boyar. “That was the hardest thing for me — knowing that parents send their children to school and their child

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In retrospect, Dr. Boyar, Dr. Nichiporenko and CEO Taylor all said they are proud of the way the hosptial responded that day. “The whole hospital worked like a well-oiled machine,” said Dr. Boyar. The closeness of hospital staff was a major factor in the hospital’s ability to respond well, Dr. Nichiporenko said. “It’s been always a pride of this hospital that we have a very low turnover of people who work here — we have the same physicians, same nurses, who work here for years and years,” he said. “And that’s probably very unique for our hospital. Besides people knowing each other and feeling comfortable working with each other, I think the main determining factor – why we did so well – is that we are a level two trauma center. Being a trauma center gives us enough experience, enough knowledge, enough resources, to deal with these kinds of issues in an efficient manner.” The new emergency department at Broward Health North, which underwent a $26 million expansion in 2016, also aided in the hospital’s ability to act efficiently, Dr. Nichiporenko said. “This is a hospital that’s designed and trained and equipped to take care of mass causality events. Our trauma rooms are designated to be converted into more spaces where you can bring in more stretchers and suddenly turn this one room that says one patient into a room that serves five patients at the same time…Our new big, spacious emergency room has enough room to not only evaluate patients, but also treat them.” Maddy Wilford, one of the surviving Marjory Stoneman Douglas teenage victims who was operated on at Broward Health North following the shooting, is especially grateful. At a press conference almost two weeks after the shooting, she addressed a crowd inside the hospital, sitting at a table with her parents, Lt. Laz Ojeda of the Coral Springs Fire Department, Dr. Nichiporenko and Dr. Boyar. “I’m so grateful to be here, and it wouldn’t be possible without those officers and first responders and these amazing doctors,” she said. “That day everybody realized how close the community was, and how close people were in that emergency room,” said Dr. Nichiporenko, Maddy’s trauma surgeon. “We worked together as one unit, with one goal: to help patients, to help victims.” Y

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