Lighthouse Point Magazine, August 2021

AUGUST 2021

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P R E M I E R E S TAT E P R O P E R T I E S P R E S E N T S

COASTAL RESORT

EAST DEERFIELD BEACH | LIGHTHOUSE POINT | HILLSBORO SHORES | EAST

FRONT ROW INTRACOASTAL ESTATE | LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL | $14.995 MILLION

INFO: WWW.F10275848.COM

CASA DEL TORO LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL | $5.295 MILLION

NEW COASTAL MODERN DEEPWATER ESTATE EAST POMPANO BEACH, FL | $3.95 MILLION

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INFO: WWW.F10292713.COM

ESTATES P OMPANO BEACH | FORT LAUDERDALE

A PERSONAL NOTE

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elcome to Coastal Resort Estates. I am proud to invite you on a monthly tour of East Deerfield Beach, Lighthouse Point, Hillsboro Shores, East Pompano Beach and Fort Lauderdale’s finest estate properties offered exclusively in excess of one million dollars. It is my pleasure and privilege to represent these important estates. Please enjoy this sampling of properties from my current Coastal Resort Estates collection. I wish to thank my valued clientele for their trust, confidence and loyalty throughout the years. My relationships with both buyers and sellers are defined by discretion, integrity, professionalism at the highest level, as well as unparalleled personalized and customized service.

VILLA BONTONA POINT ESTATE FORT LAUDERDALE, FL | $31.5 MILLION F.

For a confidential consultation and evaluation of your property, please contact me. I look forward to your inquiries anytime.

INFO: WWW.F10287883.COM

Kevin R. Kreutzfeld

Lighthouse Point Resident

NEW COASTAL-INSPIRED TROPHY POINT ESTATE LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL | $10.95 MILLION INFO: WWW.F10280248.COM

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Premier Estate Properties Presenting Properties Exclusively In Excess Of One Million Dollars TM

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NEW FARMHOUSE MODERN DEEPWATER ESTATE LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL | $3.495 MILLION INFO: WWW.F10260956.COM

DISCLAIMER: The written and verbal information provided including but not limited to prices, measurements, square footages, lot sizes, calculations and statistics have been obtained and conveyed from third parties such as the applicable Multiple Listing Service, public records as well as other sources. All prices are either list price, sold price, and/or last asking price. Premier Estate Properties participates in the Multiple Listing Service and IDX, and the properties listed and sold are not necessarily exclusive to Premier Estate Properties and may be presently listed or have sold with other members of the Multiple Listing Service. The transactions representing both buyers and sellers are calculated twice. Premier Estate Properties’ marketplace is all of the following: Vero Beach, Town of Orchid, Indian River Shores, Town of Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, Manalapan Beach, Point Manalapan, Hypoluxo Island, Ocean Ridge, Gulf Stream, Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Boca Raton, East Deerfield Beach, Hillsboro Beach, Hillsboro Shores, East Pompano Beach, Lighthouse Point, Sea Ranch Lakes and Fort Lauderdale.

All written and verbal information including that produced by the Sellers or Premier Estate Properties are subject to errors, omissions or changes without notice and should be independently verified by any prospective purchaser of a Property. The Sellers and Premier Estate Properties Inc. expressly disclaim any warranty or representation regarding all information. Prospective Purchasers’ use of any written and verbal information is acknowledgement of this disclaimer and that the prospective purchaser shall perform their own due diligence. Prospective purchasers shall not rely on this information when entering into a contract for sale and purchase. In the event a Buyer defaults, no commission will be paid to either Broker on the Deposits retained by the Seller. “No Commissions Paid until Title Passes.” Some affiliations may not be applicable to certain geographic areas. Copyright 2021 Premier Estate Properties Inc. All Rights Reserved.

4420 4420 NE NE 31st 31st Avenue Avenue || $3.5M $3.5M 4 Bed | 3.5 Bath | WF: 4 Bed | 3.5 Bath | WF: 112' 112' Intracoastal Intracoastal

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2772 AVENUE 2345NE NE30TH 30TH CT 6C LIGHTHOUSE POINT | $267,000 LIGHTHOUSE POINT | $1,199,000

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Good News

If you look around, good things are happening. And that’s we did — we looked around for some local good news to brighten your day. As it turns out, it wasn’t too hard to find. Read all about an exceptional young athlete, a mom making a difference, a local Eagle Scout and a new program piloted by Rick Case Habitat for Humanity and the Boys and Girls Club of Broward County

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Chub Cay

World-class marlin fishing, a state-of-the-art marina and luxurious resort are just 45 minutes away by small plane.

Chub Cay is the Bahamas at its best — remote and beautiful with immediate access to epic and diverse ocean experiences.

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Happy Snaps

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Personal Development

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Tidbits & Trivia

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Creatively Cooking

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Try the Wine

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Dining Out

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Last Resort

Had enough time hanging around the house.

Here are some local things to get you back in the swing of things.

Stay up to date on Lighthouse Point news and beyond — an old classic is closing their doors, updates are planned for the Bridges of Lighthouse Point and more

Kickball — it’s not just for kids anymore. Check out a few team photos from the Lighthouse Point adult kickball league.

Focus on potential.

Attorney Martin Zevin offers advice on why a durable power of attorney is important.

Is it the right time for Roth IRA conversion?

Professional athletes such as the tennis star Naomi Osaka are beginning to talk about mental health and influencing our national conversation about stress and mental wellness.

Jim Terlizzi’s take on UFOs.

Mrs. Kossenfloffer gets fancy this month with a pasta dish that highlights her favorite summer veggies and lobster.

David Ehrenfried dives into the world of Rioja.

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Around TOWN Happening around town

VAM Band

Orchids 101

WHEN: Tuesday, Aug. 10, 10am-12pm WHERE: Bonnet House, 900 N. Birch Road,

Fort Lauderdale COST: $30/members, $35/non-members. All sales are final and non-refundable. Tickets are available at bonnethouse.org.

The class will introduce students to various types of orchids. Topics will include selecting the best locations for growing, basic cultivation techniques, including watering and fertilization. Each class is followed by a guided tour of the orchid display house and the orchid greenhouses.

Moonlight Movies in the Park WHEN: Friday, Aug 6,

8pm

WHERE: Pompano Beach Community Soccer Field, 1700 NE Eight St., Pompano Beach COST: Free Grab your family, blanket and your favorite snack and enjoy a movie in the park! The City of Pompano Beach Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a familyfriendly movie night. In August, the featured film is Raya and the Last Dragon. The movie will begin at approximately 8:15pm, but arrive early to get your spot.

WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 21, 6:30-9pm WHERE: Charlotte J. Burrie Civic Center,

2669 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach COST: Free; register at eventbrite.com.

This event is being billed as the Grand ReOpening Concert. Concert goers will enjoy funk, soul, pop, R&B, motown and reggae tunes and have a chance to see the new community center.

Sushi 101

That's How We Roll

WHEN: Thursday, Aug. 19, 7-8:30pm.

The class begins at 7pm sharp!

WHERE: Shooters Waterfront, 3033 NE 32nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale COST: $34/per person (space is limited) In this hands-on class, you will learn how to make two different sushi rolls and plate them into a beautiful and appetizing masterpiece that is sure to impress guests at your next soirée. The sushi rolls planned for class are: hamachi fire roll with, jalapeno, romaine and spicy mayo and the Kentucky fried roll with tempura-fried chicken tenders and mango sambal slaw.

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Around Town

Laugh Out Loud Fun Carlucci-Cohen Wedding Comedy Dinner Show

WHEN: Sunday, Aug. 8, 5-8pm WHERE: Galuppi’s, 1103 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach COST: $60/per person (for one seat at a four-top table) Cash bar

Join in on the fun for an interactive night of comedy and dining. You won’t stop laughing as you watch Rachael Cohen marry Salvatore Carlucci Jr. Her parents are getting a divorce, and her father wants to bring his girlfriend to the wedding. Rachael’s mother is furious, plus she can’t stand her future son-in-law’s family of gangsters. Watch how the rabbi and priest try to maneuver through this touchy maze of emotions. Audience members should dress as if they are attending a wedding since they could easily find themselves involved in the show. How will it end?

Come see for yourself.

The event benefits the My Family Matters Foundation, a non-profit organization providing financial assistance to families with children fighting cancer.

All sales are final. If Covid-19 guidelines prohibit the show from taking place on Aug. 8, 2021, tickets will be honored for rescheduled show

Comedy Mondays

WHEN: Monday evenings WHERE: Spanx the Hog, 147 South Cypress

Road, Pompano Beach, COST: Free; the show is complimentary.

We all can use a good laugh every now and then — or more specifically — every Monday. If that sounds like fun, you can enjoy a free live comedy show every Monday night at Spanx the Hog! Not only that, but you can dig into some classic barbecue along with all the laughs all while you watch comedians work on their jokes in a fun, relaxed environment. Spanx the Hog has a full bar and daily dinner specials. Get there early for the best seating.

Yoga on the Beach WHEN: Mondays, 7-8pm WHERE: Residence Inn by Marriott Fort

Lauderdale Pompano Beach/Oceanfront, 1350 North Ocean Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: Free; registration is required.

Yogis can participate in Sunset Yoga with Cecile. Enjoy the relaxing ocean view and a 10% discount on food and beverages after the class at Sands Bar and Restaurant.

Yoga at the Marina

WHEN: Sundays, 9:30-10:30am WHERE: Sands Harbor Resort, 125

North Riverside Drive, Pompano Beach COST: Free; register at 954-942-9100 If you want to try out some yoga, you can start with a free yoga class every Sunday at the Sands Harbor Resort and Marina. The course includes gentle movements to help improve strength and flexibility, breathing techniques and guided relaxation, all with a peaceful view of the Intracoastal. If you take the free one-hour class, you will receive a 10% discount at Sunday brunch at Sands Harbor Bar & Grill.

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CARDINAL GIBBONS RECOGNIZES OUR 2020-2021 STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

Girls Track and Field District and Regional Champions

Cardinal Gibbons High School would like to congratulate students that have distinguished themselves in the classroom and on the field.

Rugby

Football

Florida Rugby Union U19 State Champions

4A State Champions

Speech & Debate

Members of the Speech and Debate qualified for States, NCFL Nationals, NSDA Nationals, and the Tournament of Champions while earning a top ranking in Lincoln-Douglas Debate in the state of Florida.

Silver Knight Award

Girls Soccer

4A State Champions

Sophia Agro ’21 was a 2021 Silver Knight award recipient in the Social Science category in recognition of her efforts to bring awareness to end human trafficking through her company, Cein Bleu.

Scholastic Art and Writing Awards

ESU National Shakespeare Competition

Music

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Rachel Kamphaus ’21 and Heidi Guntert ’21 earned numerous Scholastic Keys through the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers’ Scholastic Art and Writing Awards competition. Kamphaus earned Scholastic Key awards in Critical Essay (gold), Digital Art (gold), and Poetry (silver) while also receiving Honorable Mention commendations for submissions to the Flash Fiction and Mixed Media categories. Guntert earned her Silver Key award in the Mixed Media category.

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City BEAT

BY MARIE PULEO

The Bridges of Lighthouse Point REPAIRS ARE SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER

The City Commission recently approved a bid from Bridge Masters Construction to carry out maintenance repairs that are needed for seven bridges in the city, based on the latest Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) bridge inspection reports.

The repair work is expected to begin in early October 2021, and will be carried out on all seven bridges consecutively, one right after the other, according to the city’s Public Works Department.

The bridges that require repairs are at the following locations: over the Pelican Waterway on NE 28th Street, over the Tern Waterway on NE 29th Street, over the Heron Waterway on NE 31st Court, over the Alamanda Waterway on NE 24th Avenue, over Cap Knight Bayou (Sample Road), over the Coral Key Waterway on NE 48th Street, and over the Egret Waterway on NE 49th Street.

On average, repairs are expected to take about a week at each bridge – some slightly more, others slightly less. The whole project is expected to take about eight weeks to complete, depending on the weather, which will still be in hurricane season.

All bridges will remain open to traffic at all times during the repairs. There may be temporary lane closures to deliver materials

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or equipment, but the traffic will be managed during these brief time periods.

The estimated cost of the project is $310,130, which will come from the city’s Infrastructure Fund.

The work consists primarily of repairing cracks and concrete that has become pitted, flaked or broken up. The repairs are being done not only to maintain the bridges properly, but also to ensure the City’s eligibility for emergency monies to repair damage due to incidents such as storms.

ABOVE The bridge over Caps Knight Bayou on Sample Road

The approaches to six of the city’s 10 bridges have dips in them, and need asphalt patches to smooth the dips out. Those bridges are at: 28th Street, 29th Street, 31st Court, Sample Road, 24th Avenue and 48th Street.

The asphalt patches are not included in the scope of work to be performed by Bridge Masters Construction because the contractor does not do paving.

The City will be obtaining bids from other contractors for the asphalt patches. Y

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City Beat BY MARIE PULEO

A Dual-Brand Hotel Is Planned Along Federal Highway in Lighthouse Point A dual-brand hotel is being planned for a vacant site at 4060 N. Federal Highway in Lighthouse Point. The site is directly south of the Vintage At Lighthouse Point townhome community. The 4-story hotel – which pairs La Quinta by Wyndham and Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham under the same roof – is slated to have 93 rooms and 103 parking spaces, according to the site plan.

The developer behind the hotel project is MATT Development, a family business based on Long Island. The project is currently working its way through the City’s approval process.

According to Thomas DeSousa, general partner of MATT Development, the hotel would have 55-60 LaQuinta rooms and 30-35 Hawthorn efficiency suites. There would be a shared lobby on the ground floor.

The site of the proposed hotel is a just over 1.5 acres, with an approximately 150-foot frontage on Federal Highway. The building would run lengthwise east to west The hotel building would be situated at the northwest corner of the property, and a two-level open-air parking garage would be at the southeast corner.

DeSousa said a vertical parking structure was incorporated to meet parking requirements because the site

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was too narrow to have all on-grade parking. He added that underground parking wasn’t an option due to the water table, and a podium parking garage at the base of the building wasn’t possible due to height restrictions.

Amenities include a fitness center inside the hotel, and an outdoor swimming pool located between the hotel building and the parking garage.

The hotel plans include an area that serves complimentary breakfast for hotel guests, but no restaurant.

MATT Development purchased the property in January 2020 for $2.2 million.

As per the plans, a new 8-foot perimeter wall would be built, which is required between commercial and residential properties.

The site of the proposed hotel has stood vacant for many years. Most

ABOVE rendering of the dual-branded hotel BELOW LEFT the vacant lot where the hotel will be built

recently, it was occupied by Gaucho Rodizio, a Brazilian steakhouse, and prior to that, Chateau De Ville, a catering and event space.

After building the La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites hotel, MATT Development would own and operate it, said DeSousa.

MATT Development built and owns a 4-story building in Rego Park, New York, that consists of a Wyndham Garden Hotel, a Starbucks, fitness center, BLVD Bistro & Bar, retail space and a parking garage.

DeSousa, who owns a condominium in Deerfield Beach and lives there in the winter, said his family was looking for property to develop in the area and purchased the one in Lighthouse Point because “we thought it was a perfect spot for a hotel, and it is zoned properly for a hotel.”

“Between running it in a wellorganized manner and its location, we expect that the hotel will do very well in Lighthouse Point and will be an asset to the community,” said DeSousa.

DeSousa noted that his son Michael DeSousa, managing partner of MATT Development, was instrumental in getting the La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites project started and to the point where it is right now.

DeSousa said he and his family would eventually like to relocate to South Florida. Y

City Beat BY MARIE PULEO

Lighthouse Point Resident Donates $20,000 for DeGroff Park Improvements Lighthouse Point resident Roy Rogers has lived directly across the street from DeGroff Park for 43 years, and during that time, has been intricately involved in its evolution.

Last month, Rogers and his family gifted the City with $20,000 to carry out improvements to the park in memory of his wife, Susan "Mandy" Rogers, who died in December 2019.

The Lighthouse Point City Commission accepted the financial gift at its Jun. 8 meeting. Rogers said the reception he got at the meeting "was profoundly moving."

The 4.5-acre DeGroff Park lies along the Intracoastal Waterway at the end of NE 52nd Street.

According to the resolution passed by the City Commission, improvements to the park will include a paver seating area, and repairs and improvements to the existing pavilion area.

At the City Commission meeting, Rogers gave each commissioner a container with a soon-to-emerge butterfly donated by Butterfly World. Rogers has been a longtime enthusiast of butterflies.

"They grace the world; they're a sign of hope," said Rogers.

In an area of right-of-way across the street from his house and adjacent to DeGroff Park, Rogers created a butterfly garden that includes strawberries, herbs and sweet almond shrubs.

Inside the park, just north of the butterfly garden in the right-of-way,

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is a much larger butterfly garden, created as an Eagle Scout project of Scout Troop 323.

Rogers has initiated a number of improvements to DeGroff Park over the years, collaborating with the City and members of the community. One of the first things he did was install a large sandbox, and the City in turn put in a tot lot.

The idea was to add amenities that attracted families and set a new tone for the park, said Rogers.

Similarly, when Rogers offered to put in trees in return for a park fence, pavers and a bench for the butterfly garden, the City reciprocated.

The park property was originally owned by the Florida Inland Navigation District, serving as a place to put dredged material

ABOVE Roy Rogers with a photo of his late wife at Degroff Park in Lighthouse Point Jeff Graves for Lighthouse Point magazine

from the Intracoastal Waterway. In November 2003, Broward County purchased the land and gave it to the City of Lighthouse Point for use as a "passive park" in exchange for the city clearing the space of invasive, non-native species (in particular, Australian pines) and landscaping the area.

Removal of the non-native species left the property "bald." Rogers led the effort to repopulate it with native species by raising money within a five block area.

Rogers said that, more often than not, he initiated the ideas "and then the neighbors came in and said, yeah, that makes sense, and had no trouble in raising the sum."

"That's the way community partnership should be," he said.

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<<< World "was phenomenal by way of donating trees in the park."

Rogers said one of his goals is to donate an oak tree to the park, sometime in the future.

"Oaks live more than 100 years," said Rogers. "They're enduring."

Rogers attributes his love for nature to his 12-year career in the Navy, where he worked his way up to lieutenant. During the Cold War era, he served on a series of different ships and then on submarines.

In the Arctic Ocean, he served on one of the first nuclear submarines with thermal nuclear missiles. The submarine would be out on patrol for two-and-a-half months at a time.

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oversaw the designing and building of golf courses all over the world for renowned golf course architect Robert Trent Jones. Then he worked as a developer, and along the way, joined a number of environmental organizations.

"The environmental movement became a very big part of my life," said Rogers.

Rogers worked for Arvida for 16 years as part of the team that created the City of Weston.

From the very beginning, his love for nature and the environment influenced his approach to development, said Rogers.

"That's why Arvida hired me," he said. "They knew what they were getting. I think you can develop in a benign way."

Rogers and his wife Mandy enjoyed spending time at DeGroff Park with their four children and

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ABOVE DeGroff Park on the Intracoastal Waterway in Lighthouse Point Jeff Graves for Lighthouse Point magazine

15 grandchildren. It was a favorite place to celebrate birthdays and have family Easter egg hunts.

A small brass plate with an inscription honoring Mandy will be added to an existing bench that sits atop the highest mound in the park, overlooking the Intracoastal.

"If you didn't know her, you missed out," said Rogers of his wife. "She was kind and joyful and generous."

For 25 years, she was a beloved Sunday school teacher at St. Paul the Apostle Church in Lighthouse Point. She was also involved in other community volunteer work.

"We missed our 60th wedding anniversary by one month," said Rogers.

DeGroff Park is "a place to come to refresh your soul," said Rogers. "And when you see a butterfly, say 'hi' to Mandy."Y

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Bye Bye Bobby Rubino’s THE LONG TIME POMPANO BEACH BARBECUE RESTAURANT TO BE REPLACED BY RAISING CANE’S CHICKEN FINGERS Plans are underway to replace the Bobby Rubino's in Pompano Beach – known as "the place for ribs" — with Raising Cane's, a restaurant specializing in chicken fingers.

The Bobby Rubino's at 2501 N. Federal Highway in Pompano is the last remaining franchise in the restaurant chain founded by Robert "Bobby" Rubino. The original location opened in Fort Lauderdale in 1978, and the Pompano Beach location opened soon after.

The Raising Cane's fast-food restaurant chain, founded in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 1996, has nearly 700 locations across the country, and about two dozen locations in the Middle East. According to a company spokesperson, there are currently no Raising Cane's in Florida. A Raising Cane's restaurant planned for the Miami Beach area is scheduled to open sometime next

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year. The Raising Cane's in Pompano would be the chain's first location to open in Broward County.

The approximately 10,000-squarefoot Bobby Rubino's would be demolished to make way for a 3,267-square-foot Raising Cane's restaurant. Raising Cane's plans to have 52 indoor seats and 52 seats on an outdoor patio along the east side of the building, facing Federal Highway.

The proposed restaurant would have double drive-thru lanes, plus a third drive-thru lane dedicated to customers picking up online orders. According to the site plan, the payment and pick-up windows will be on the west side of the building.

An application for a proposed right-in turn lane on Federal Highway has been submitted to the Florida Department of

ABOVE Bobby Rubino’s on Federal Highway in Pompano Beach BELOW LEFT Raising Cane’s, a fast-food chicken finger restaurant

Transportation (FDOT) to facilitate vehicular access to the restaurant.

Broward-based Rozap, Inc. has owned the 2-acre Bobby Rubino's site since 1979. Over the years, the restaurant has retained its "old school" ambiance.

As per the plans, all overhead utility lines will be relocated underground. An existing telecommunication tower and an existing billboard on the property are to remain.

To earn the required sustainable development points for the project, a rain garden located at the center of the site is being proposed, instead of overhangs on all windows on the building's south façade.

The project plans for Raising Cane's in Pompano are expected to be reviewed by the Pompano Beach Architectural Appearance Committee in August or September.

Because the project involves a minor site plan, not a major site plan, it does not need to go to the Pompano Beach Planning and Zoning Board for approval. Y

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Former Old Town Laundromat to Become Restaurant with Rooftop Seating The Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) has plans to transform a former laundromat in Old Town into a restaurant space with an indoor/ outdoor bar and a rooftop seating area. The space has been dubbed the “Wash House.”

The CRA Board, at its meeting on June 15, authorized the expenditure of $350,000 for exterior and interior improvements to the property, located at 11 NE First St. The CRA purchased the structure in September 2019 for $1.2 million, after leasing it for five years. The property is an anchor site that is pivotal to the redevelopment of Old Town as an arts and entertainment district, according to CRA Project Manager Kimberly Vazquez.

The CRA demolished the approximately 6,100-square-foot interior space down to dirt floors to make it easier to install new utilities and attract a restaurant. The property, which has been vacant for roughly seven years, was subleased by the CRA to a restaurant operator who subsequently requested the sublease be terminated. Since that time, the space has been shown to potential tenants who

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have expressed interest but were dissuaded by the cost to renovate it, Vazquez told the CRA Board.

In its current condition, with stucco and paint peeling off, the property is creating blight to the block, said Vazquez.

With a vision in mind, the CRA hired DK Architects to provide conceptual designs and a budget for improvements to the building.

The improvements will take place in two phases. The first phase will involve the exterior of the building, including opening the corner and west side of the building and creating the indoor/outdoor bar

ABOVE rendering of the Wash House restaurant BELOW LEFT

rendering of the rooftop seating at the Wash House

area, new entrances on the west and south side, roll-down windows, exterior finishing work and pilings for an elevator. The second phase will include making the roof more structurally sound for the rooftop seating area, and adding infrastructure for stairwells. The second phase will be in the fiscal year 2022 budget, as it will require additional funding, said Vazquez.

The goal of investing CRA funds in the property and providing the infrastructure is to attract a successful operator to the location, and to reduce some of the risk for the operator, said Vazquez.

Mayor Rex Hardin noted that because other restaurants will be opening in Old Town — South Bar & Kitchen and Papamigos — “you don’t want to have an eyesore there.”

The Northwest CRA Advisory Committee reviewed the proposed improvements and budget for the project at its Jun. 7 meeting, and unanimously approved moving forward.

“It’s very exciting and something we need to do,” said CRA Director Nguyen Tran. “It’s creating a destination in Old Town.” Y

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I STARTED TEACHING MARTIAL ARTS WHEN I WAS 15 YEARS OLD. WHEN I STARTED THAT JOB, I KNEW THAT THIS IS WHAT I WANTED TO DO FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE. I LOVED THE ENERGY, the people, and all the life lessons I learned. My instructor always told his staff, "Don't focus on where a student starts; focus on what they can become with time and training."

What he was saying was don't focus on all the challenges a student has. There may be many. They may be overweight, uncoordinated, terribly shy or fearful.

Where they start is not important. What is important is what students can become with coaching, encouragement and training.

When we focus on their potential, it shifts our mindset to seek strengths and positive qualities to build upon.

I remember a student who enrolled in about 2006, just a few years after opening Elite Force. His father brought him in to become more confident, athletic and stronger.

He was about 12 or 13 years old and his first-class was rough! He was like a fish out of water. He had a hard time because he lacked coordination and confidence. His dad asked me point blank, "Do you think he will be able to do this?"

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I gave him the same advice my instructor gave me. Never focus on where they start; focus on what they can become. I assured his dad that it wasn't going to happen in a day — that it would happen day by day with a lot of training, encouragement, reminders and repetition.

The best thing about this kid was he wanted to improve. He showed up to the dojo three days per week with a positive attitude.

Little by little, we saw his skill level improve, his confidence inched up month by month, and he was having fun.

Five years later, this young man earned his black belt and his parents were ecstatic. Their once shy son became a black belt champion with confidence that he could achieve any goal he set for himself.

Years later, he is now a police officer with the Broward County Sherriff's office, he is married, and has two kids.

It's easy to focus on people's shortcomings and negative qualities. However, when you focus on positive attributes, progress happens.

Sensei James Hons is a full-time instructor at Elite Force Martial Arts. He is currently in training for his fourth-degree black belt, and in 2015 he became the US Open Grand Champion. It was his first time competing.

When he started training with us, he was a shy, unconfident kid who would not look me in the eyes. He starred at the floor when talking to me. His dad was a very militant, hard-nosed person, and he wanted his son to introduce himself to others with confidence.

I shared this philosophy with his dad, and now more than 13 years later, he could not be prouder of his son.

Are you a parent? Employer? Boss? Leader? Coach? If so, you have the unique privilege to coach and influence people under you. You may have the next superstar in your organization. That person may not know it yet, but if you look closely enough, you will be able to see tons of untapped potential waiting to come out.

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BY MARTIN ZEVIN, ATTORNEY A DURABLE POWER OF ATTORNEY IS AN EXTREMELY IMPORTANT DOCUMENT THAT EVERY ADULT IN FLORIDA SHOULD HAVE. YOU APPOINT ONE OR MORE AGENTS TO ACT on your behalf for virtually all legal and financial matters. The durable power of attorney is most often utilized if you become incapacitated; however, I have many clients who choose to allow someone trustworthy to act on their behalf just to make life less complicated. The durable power of attorney can be used for such diverse jobs as paying bills, signing contracts, buying and selling real estate, making investments, collecting monies owed and most other matters of a legal or financial nature. It does not cover any medical decisions, for which Florida law requires a designation of health care surrogate. It also does not cover "pulling the plug," for which a written declaration, otherwise known as a living will, is required.

If you have never done a durable power of attorney, it is imperative to contact a lawyer to prepare the document as soon as possible. However, if you have a durable power of attorney and it was done before October 1, 2011, it is strongly advisable to prepare a new one. You may also have a document done after October 1, 2011 but in the old format. This may also need to be redone.

A comprehensive law regarding the durable power of attorney became effective on October 1, 2011. The law does provide that any durable power of attorney executed under Florida law before October 1, 2011 will remain valid.

However, in the last few years, many financial institutions are refusing to honor the old durable power of attorneys, particularly those more than ten years old. There can also be substantial delays involved if your agent attempts to use an old durable power of attorney since the legal departments of the institutions are reviewing them before being allowed. The older your durable power of attorney is, the more likely it will undergo scrutiny and may be rejected.

The new law requires that you specifically initial many different types of powers for your agent to be able to perform that duty. The banks, brokers, life insurance companies and other institutions are much more comfortable with this detailed durable power of attorney, since it is clear what you want your agent to do.

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Under the new law, you can choose to name two people to act as co-agents. You then designate whether you allow them to act independently (only one signature necessary) or require that they act together (two signatures necessary). Your designated agents will also need to sign an acceptance agreeing to act.

The new format of the durable power of attorney is much more extensive and complicated (ours is 26 pages); therefore, if you did a power of attorney years ago, expect to pay more for the new one.

The durable power of attorney remains valid until you die. It is against the law for your agent to use it (to withdraw funds, sell real estate, etc.) after your death. At that point, your will or revocable living trust will take effect.

It is also very important to have an updated living will and designation of health care surrogate which includes HIPAA compliant language.

This article summarizes a few of the basic aspects of the durable power of attorney. It is recommended that you contact an attorney for review of any documents that you currently have. Y Martin Zevin is available to discuss wills, trusts, estates, probate and is available for free consultation regarding personal injury claims or car insurance coverage. For more information call 954-569-4878 or visit martinzevinpa.com.

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Financial Fitness

Roth IRA Conversion

BY GREG EDWARDS FOR YEARS CONVENTIONAL WISDOM IN INCOME TAX PLANNING WAS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ALL OPPORTUNITIES TO REDUCE AND DEFER ONE'S TAXABLE INCOME DURING OUR accumulation years. Many of us used various pension, profitsharing plans and IRA's to lower our income tax exposure. That conventional wisdom may be changing.

With the recent political changes in Washington and the large and growing federal budget deficit, many clients and friends are concerned that incometax rates will increase significantly in the future.

Based upon research and the feedback from contacts in Washington D.C., I feel that this is a legitimate concern.

One key way to protect against future tax increases is to consider a Roth conversion and lock in today's tax rates. When you convert a qualified retirement account (IRA, SEP, etc.), you pay income taxes at the current rates, and any withdrawals taken out in future retirement years are income-taxfree, which could be to your benefit if tax rates rise.

Who should consider converting to a Roth?

1. You believe your future tax bracket will be higher.

In this case, you are paying taxes at today's rates and hedging against rising future tax rates.

2. You want to maximize your estate for your heirs. If you do not need income from your IRA during your lifetime, the conversion will not only allow your savings to grow tax-free, but will also potentially reduce your taxable estate by the amount of taxes paid saving on potential estate tax. In addition, your heirs will benefit from tax-free withdrawals over a specified time period.

3. You lack tax diversification of account types. If most of your assets are in tax-deferred accounts, converting some of those qualified assets may provide additional flexibility in tax planning during retirement.

4. You have lower than usual income this year. In this case, it may be worthwhile to take advantage of a year in which your income tax bracket is lower than usual.

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How do you convert to a Roth?

1. How to pay for the tax bill? Depending on your unique situation, we recommend paying with funds from outside of your IRA account; this method allows the IRA principal to accumulate gains tax-free.

2. When to execute? Some people choose to take a multi-year approach with conversions; however, with tax rate increases potentially on the horizon, many are considering a single year approach and converting before any potential future tax increases.

While I have been hesitant to support Roth conversions in the past, I believe the current environment offers an ideal time to convert some or all of your IRA assets to a Roth IRA and lock-in what could be historically low income-tax rates for high earners. Y Greg Edwards, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC is a principal at Lawless, Edwards, & Warren Wealth Management. For more information or please call 561-361-8140 ext .231.

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Get Psyched

Athletes and Mental Health PROFESSIONAL ATHLETES ARE TALKING ABOUT THE ONCE HUSH-HUSH TOPIC, LEADING THE WAY TO A LARGER CONVERSATION

BY DR. JILL SELBACH

THE LAST YEAR HAS TAKEN A TOLL ON MOST PEOPLE'S MENTAL HEALTH IN SOME WAY OR ANOTHER. IT IS GOOD THAT THE AWARENESS OF MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES HAS INCREASED in this country. The topic of mental health seems a little less taboo to talk about in this day and age. That is progress, but there is still a long way to go. One topic that has stolen the spotlight of late is the stressors and mental health issues that our professional athletes experience. It seems more typical to read about musicians or actors who struggle with drug addiction, mental health issues and, unfortunately, suicide.

Naomi Osaka recently withdrew from the French Open after a conflict with officials over participating in the press conferences before the event. She openly discussed her experience of "long

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bouts of depression." We sit in awe of the physical abilities of these athletes, and sometimes people overlook the mental toughness that must also be there to compete at such high levels.

Everyone copes with stress differently, and it affects people very differently.

Physical health and safety have been an important topic with athletes regarding CTEs (chronic traumatic encephalopathy), sexual abuse and substance abuse related to them performing their "jobs."

Many athletes seek out sports psychologists to aid in coping with the pressures of high-level performance.

They have the physical and technical abilities but fall into a psychological space that negatively impacts their performance.

Researchers have found an enzyme, catechol-O-methyl transferase (COMT), that breaks down the neurotransmitter dopamine in the brain. It is hypothesized that COMT plays a part in stress tolerance.

The part of the brain responsible for cognitive ability, problem solving, judgment and planning is the prefrontal cortex. The brain needs a delicate balance of dopamine to function at an optimal level. If there is too little dopamine, these functions are not performed well. In times of stress, there is too much dopamine, and again, the brain does not perform these functions well.

COMT is essential to help balance out dopamine.

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Get Psyched <<< dopamine quickly or slowly. One-quarter of us are said to have the slow or fast variant. Whereas the other share of the population is not so clearly differentiated.

There are benefits to both of these variants that can contribute to optimal performance in different situations. The slow variant keeps dopamine levels up when we are calm, ensuring sharpness in those areas discussed above. People with the fast variant have a clear edge when functioning under stressful conditions because they can break down the overflow of dopamine.

When one is faced with a chronic state of stress that cannot be modulated efficiently, this can lead to other issues such as anxiety and depression.

Looking at emotional issues more like physical issues would break down the stigma of mental health issues. This attitude could lead more people to seek treatment before these symptoms become a fullfledged clinical disorder. As a society we try to focus on preventative medicine for many things, but we don't speak about mental health from a preventative standpoint — this is where we go wrong.

Professional athletes cope with a tremendous amount of stress that goes on behind the scenes. Here are a few examples of athletes who have come forward with their stories to help break down the stigma.

DeMar DeRozan, a top 10 draft pick in the NBA in 2009 and currently plays for the San Antonio Spurs, revealed he struggled with anxiety and depression. He became an advocate for mental health, and as a result, in the 2019-2020 season, the NBA mandated that each team have at least one fulltime licensed mental health professional on staff.

I think most of us remember Michael Phelps, the Olympic swimmer, and his admission to having depression and anxiety that led to substance abuse and two DUIs. He spoke openly about not reaching out for help until he "hit rock bottom."

He contemplated suicide and sought help and is an advocate for asking for help early.

Many other athletes have also spoken out about their personal experiences and become advocates of treatment. Olympic gymnasts Aly Raisman and Simone Biles; women's UFC champion Ronda Tousey; NBA player and member of the 2012 U.S. Olympic team Kevin Love ; and Abby Wambach — the two-time Olympic Gold Medalist & FIFA World Cup Champion, to name a few.

No one is exempt from having these experiences. The healthiest thing we can do is seek guidance to make changes in our lives when things are not going well.

Intervene early and do not wait for emotional symptoms to get out of hand. Y is a licensed clinical psychologist. For more information visit drjillselbach.com or call 954-618-8412.

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It’s time for New Year’s resolutions. This year, why not make a few financial ones?

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Here’s another resolution: Build an emergency fund containing six to 12 months’ worth of living expenses, with the money held in a liquid account. Such a fund will help you avoid dipping into long-term investments for emergencies, like a new furnace or major car repair.

Another key resolution: Make sure your protection needs are being met with the proper amounts of life and disability insurance.

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Tidbits & Trivia

The Truth about Unidentified Flying Objects

BY JAMES TERLIZZI THE RECENTLY RELEASED GOVERNMENT REPORT ABOUT UFOS WAS AS BLAND AS UNSALTED PABLUM. THROUGH MY UNIMPEACHABLE SOURCES, I NOW AM ABLE TO BRING YOU the truth about flying saucers and extraterrestrials.

The government report mentioned 144 UFO sightings over the last two decades. They chose to explain only one claim: a Chinese flying wish lantern (basically a paper bag and a candle).

What our leaders didn’t tell us: The “Tic Tac” looking thing you’ve seen in the videos is not a UFO. It’s a giant prototype being developed by Ferrero. The Italian candy company has a contract with Governor Gavin Newsom to drop several gigantic Tic Tacs in the ocean off the coast, giving the water a distinct peppermint flavor, hopefully, to solve California's biggest problem — the halitosis epidemic.

Thirty-three of the incidents are test flights of spaceships by Amazon. Jeff Bezos will soon announce the availability of Prime delivery service anywhere in the solar system. The rest of the sightings are truly extraterrestrial.

I have obtained this information from the one who knows — Ralph, my brother-in-law's second cousin. Ralph has been delivering pizza to Area 51 for years. As a result, he has the run of the place. Here is what else he has learned, first-hand: There are no such things as "little green men." They are not little.

They are not green and they are not men. The extraterrestrials who have visited our leaders are all human-sized women from the planet Meow in the constellation Leo. They worship cats, something they picked up from the ancient Egyptians.

They are capable of asexual reproduction, so there are no men on their planet. This explains why they have no wars and why they haven’t tried to kill us.

The Meowans, as they call themselves, credit the TV show "Star Trek" for giving them the idea for "warp drive," which allows their flying saucers to warp space, bringing everything in the universe so close together they can travel to any point in 15 minutes (except on I-95 during rush hour).

The person they most often request to meet is Capt. James T.

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Kirk of the Starship Enterprise. Kirk (William Shatner) was anxious to be the ambassador but bowed to an objection by the National Organization for Women, who felt the emissary should be female.

As a result, the feds have selected Pam Dawber from the show “Mork and Mindy” to be the point-woman in talks with the aliens.

Many theories abound as to why the Meowans are visiting our planet.

Some say they are keeping an eye on us so we don’t export our aggressive behavior to other planets.

Others think they are here to mine our mineral wealth. They are partly right.

The Meowans have a serious shortage.

They are here to steal our kitty litter. Y

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Creatively Cooking <<<

Lobsta Pasta Serves 6

INGREDIENTS

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 1/4 cup plus 2-4 tablespoons olive oil 4 lobster tails, meat removed, cut into 1-inch chunks Red pepper flakes to taste Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 4 ounces sliced prosciutto, torn 1 leek, white and light green part, chopped 5-8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped 4 ears of corn, kernels removed 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes 1/2 cup dry white wine Juice from half a lemon 1 cup fresh herbs such as basil, parsley or chives, finely chopped 1 pound fettuccine or tagliatelle cooked according to package instructions

PREPARATION In a large saute pan oven over medium heat 1 tablespoon each of olive oil and butter. Add 1 clove of the garlic and a pinch of salt. Add the lobster tails and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the lobster is cooked through.

Remove the lobster from the pan and set aside. Add the prosciutto and cook until crisp. Remove and set aside.

Add more olive oil to the pan if needed and add the leeks and saute until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the tomatoes, corn, garlic, thyme, and a pinch each of salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Cook until the tomatoes begin to break down and split open, about 4-5 minutes.

Add 2-3 tablespoons of butter to the pan and cook until the butter starts to brown just a little. Add the wine and lemon juice and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and add the lobster back in.

While the sauce cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions, until al dente. Reserve a cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and add it back to the hot pasta pot with 1/4 cup of olive oil and the fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.

Add a little of the reserved pasta water if it seems too dry. Divide the pasta among the bowls and top with the lobster, corn and tomato mixture. Top each plate with the reserved prosciutto. Y

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Try the Wine

Aha, Rioja!

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BY DAVID EHRENFRIED THE FAMOUS 1960S-1970S FOLK-ROCK SINGERSONGWRITER JIM CROCE COMPOSED QUITE A GOOD LOVE SONG, “TIME IN A BOTTLE.” THAT SONG HAD nothing whatsoever to do with wine, although the title suggests it could. Many of the world’s wines need extended time in a bottle, oak barrel, or both to taste the way growers and makers imagined or intended.

Wine, by its very nature, is a dynamic substance that’s constantly undergoing complex chemical changes, even when it’s closed tight to prevent contact with air. Properly stored and left to rest, premium dry red wines that might taste harsh or too fruity when young may soften over time and flavors may change and blend in delicious ways. It’s a lousy analogy, but

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within a year or two of their vintage or harvest year and are ready to drink on release. Some, however, can be set aside to enjoy years later after their aromas, flavors, and texture mature. Unfortunately, when we get a special young wine, an expensive California cabernet sauvignon or French Bordeaux for example, our temptations and curiosity can get the better of us, and we open it right away — a good reason sometimes to buy two or more bottles so we can experience the wine again after its spent more time in a bottle.

Fortunately, certain wines are routinely stored well past their vintages, relieving us of the urge to drink them before their time. Spain’s Rioja winemakers do just that, aging their better red wines in oak barrels and then in bottles for at least three to five years before releasing them for us to enjoy. It’s an important tradition, as proper aging gives Rioja wines the smooth and deliciously wonderful old-world character that makes them pleasant to drink and complement many foods and occasions.

There are, of course, other fine red wines released well after their harvest dates. For instance, Italy’s rich, robust Brunello di Montalcino wines are released after five years, and Portugal’s Port producers age some wines for decades.

Getting back to Rioja, if you visit a wine store with a good selection of Spanish wine, you’ll likely see Rioja wines with 2017 and earlier vintages.

(Rioja, in case your Spanish is rusty, is pronounced ree-YO-hah, ideally with a rolled “r,” if your tongue can do that sort of thing.) Usually, these wines have not been sitting on the shelves for years for lack of buyers. Hopefully, they arrived with other wines that have been recently released by producers and their distributors. So, if you like red wine and see a bottle of Rioja reserva or gran reserva in a reliable wine shop from the outstanding 2010 or 2011 vintages, grab a bottle and try it. And don’t be surprised by the

price tag. These wines are often incredible values, frequently selling between $15 and $45 at retail. Some though, like CUNE’s Imperial or La Rioja Alta’s Gran Reserva wines, will sell for considerably more. For this article, we opened a 2010 CUNE Gran Reserva that I purchased for about $30 three years ago. It was truly among the best wines I’ve ever tasted.

Rioja wines fit a general profile, although they vary in quality and taste based on their vintage, aging process, winemaker, and so forth. Anticipate a light to medium weight wine with bold dark red fruit and subtle to distinct oaky vanilla flavors, smooth texture, and a pleasant balance of acidity and noticeable tannins. They drink nicely on their own or with nuts, olives and flavorful cheese and cold cuts. They're especially lovely with grilled, roasted, or stewed meats, poultry and vegetables. For a real treat, try Rioja with mushrooms cooked any way you like them, provided they don’t lose the mushroom flavors or consistency that Rioja complements so well.

La Rioja Like many old-world wines, Rioja is a product of location and winemaking methods that have evolved over centuries. The La Rioja region lies in the northeast corner of Spain near the French border and less than 50 miles south of the Bay of Biscay port city of Bilbao. The area has three subzones or districts: Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa in the western high country that is home to the best vineyards and leading producers, and the lower, flatter, and drier Rioja Oriental in the east that yields wines of generally lesser quality and prestige. La Rioja vineyards grow mostly tempranillo grapes, Rioja wine’s main ingredient and the source of its bright fruit flavors and excellent aging potential.

Buying Rioja Wine There are four official classifications for Rioja wines, regulated by a public regional control board that works closely with growers and winemakers to set and enforce production rules and ensure quality. You should see a colored seal on each Rioja wine bottle, verifying compliance with these standards and traditions. The seals also certify when a wine was made from a single vineyard’s grapes or from multiple vineyards in a particular municipality. That said, there are some modern styles of Rioja wines that, though high in quality and very delicious, are

unregulated and carry only the green generic seal explained below.

GRAN RESERVA (BLUE SEAL): These are Rioja’s top wines, generally made from the best grapes in better vintages. They must be aged in both oak barrels and bottles for at least five years, with a minimum of two years in barrels and two years in bottles.

Some are left in barrels longer than two years and held altogether longer than five years before release. Excellent vintages yield rich, harmonious, smooth, and graceful wines full of dark fruit, spice and many subtle flavors.

RESERVA (MAGENTA SEAL): These wines are made with high-quality grapes and are aged for three years or more, including one year or more in oak barrels and then at least six months in bottles. Though usually less rich than gran reserva wines, good reservas are smooth, balanced, and full-flavored with dark fruit, vanilla and other flavors. Most retail in the $15-$35 range.

CRIANZA (RED SEAL): These wines also must age for at least one year in oak barrels followed by at least six months in bottles but can be released when they reach their third year. They tend to be lighter and less complex, but still smooth and easy to drink with lots of cherry and other fruit. The best are wellbalanced and terrific values, often in the $1020 range.

GENERIC (GREEN SEAL): These carry a green seal and are typically released within a year or two of aging. There are some top wines, like the highly regarded but not certified Bodegas Artevino’s Orben, which we tried. It was made from special old vines grapes and then aged in oak and bottles extensively.

We tasted six Rioja wines from leading producers, including two crianzas, two reservas, one gran rerserva, and the Orben.

If you’re unfamiliar with Rioja, I recommend first trying a crianza or reserva. Crianza, by the way, can be a surprisingly tasty and less expensive substitute for pinot noir, providing comparable or better quality in the 10-$20 price range. All the vintages since 2009 have been good or better, the best being 2010-2012, 2015, 2016, 2019, and 2020.

In addition to the wines we tasted below, some other notable producers include: La Rioja Alta, Beronia, Ramon Bilbao, Izadi, Faustino, Lan, Baron de Ley, R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia, Montecillo, Muga, Muriel, Ondarre, Marqués de Riscal, and Oscar Tobia. Y

Tasting Notes 2017 MARQUÉS DE ĆACERES RIOJA CRIANZA ($12-16), 14.5%

ABV. Clean, light, Pinot Noir-like.

Lovely cherry and cedar aromas with cherry and raspberry flavors and spicy finish. Excellent buy.

2016 CUNE VIÑA REAL RIOJA CRIANZA ($12-16), 14.5% ABV.

Medium-light with bold aromas and flavors of red fruit, vanilla, and sanded oak. Despite noticeable, this glides along.

Another excellent value.

2014 MARQUÉS DE MURRIETTA RIOJA RISERVA ($19-28), 14.5%

ABV. 19 months in oak barrels.

A real beauty: elegant, silky smooth, and wonderfully wellbalanced. Blend of juicy red and dark fresh and dried fruit, vanilla, and earthy flavors.

2013 CUNE RIOJA RESERVA

($28-35) 13.5 ABV. 18 months in oak. Medium-light and silky smooth with smoke, cherry, blueberry and other fruit. Long finish. Very tasty.

2010 CUNE RIOJA GRAN RESERVA ($29-$36), 13.5% ABV. 2

years in oak barrels. Impeccable!

Velvety with vivid aromas and concentrated flavors of smoky oak, cherries, earth, vanilla, and herbs that linger.

2014 BODEGAS ARTEVINO ORBEN RIOJA ($27-35), 14.5%

ABV. 12-15 months in oak. From Rioja Alavesa. A gorgeous, critically acclaimed modernstyled Rioja reminiscent of Rhone or California Syrah with harmonious fruit and other flavors, great balance, and silky texture. Wow!

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GOOD NEWS LOCAL FOLKS DO REMARKABLE THINGS

It is too easy to become inured in terrible news.

Plagues, wildfires and turmoil fill the headlines.

Yet, if you look, good things are happening all around — and they are happening in our own backyard; a mom trains first responders about autism, a local high school pitcher gets drafted by the Phillies, habitat for humanity launches a new program for youth, and an Eagle Scout honors the American Flag.

RIGHT Assistant Fire Chief Tony Long, Martin Hedelund, Fire Fighter Jessica Cruz, Dalton Hedelund, Margi Hedelund, Fire Fighters Ralph Giro, Nicholas Garito and Kyle Fleming at the Lighthouse Point Fire Station. The tote bags are hurricane kits supplied by The Autism Society of Florida. The firefighters can hand out the bags to children with autism who may need a distraction during hurricanes. The kits contain items like games, toys, coloring books and even head phones for chidren who are sensitive to sound.

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TRAINING DAY ONE MOTHER’S MISSION TO TEACH FIRST RESPONDERS ABOUT PEOPLE WITH AUTISM As the mother of twin 14-year old boys who are both on the autism spectrum, Margi Hedelund exudes positive energy.

Her determination to give her sons the best the world has to offer, and possibly more, is evident. I recently sat down with Hedelund and Lighthouse Point Assistant Fire Chief Tony Long at the fire station to talk about a training program organized

by The Autism Society of Florida.

As part of the program, Hedelund teaches first responders techniques to help them interact with people on the autism spectrum.

Both her and Long are quick to tell me how valuable in-person training on this topic is.

"What we found is that a lot of agencies were doing things like watching a video, so you'd get roll calls together, and they'd watch a video, and that was their training.

Well, we in the autism community said you know what, that's not good enough."

Hedelund brings her sons to the training sessions she leads. She recounts that often during the classes, her son "Dalton will be stimming and Martin will run around."

At this point, Hedelund explains and demonstrates stimming to me. She raises her arm, swings her hand quickly in the air and describes how these physical behaviors, known as stimming in the autism community, are used by people on the autism spectrum to calm themselves.

Variations of stimming are something she demonstrates in person during her sessions.

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between first responders and people on the autism spectrum. Long mentions that while he watched many training videos on autism, having real-life training along with interaction with Margi's two sons is invaluable.

He remembered how he had "watched that video for 30 years probably, and stimming is in there all the time" Yet, he admits he didn't fully comprehend stimming until he witnessed the behavior in person.

Hedelund explains when law enforcement approaches a person with autism while stimming, an officer might misinterpret the behavior as aggressive. Yet, stimming is only one problem. Additionally, many people with autism are non-verbal, making communication difficult for first responders.

"Our mission, especially for our first responders, is for their safety and the safety of our children and adults with autism. We teach them what it [stimming]

looks like. We give them strategies to communicate with people who are nonverbal, which a lot of our community is."

Many people with autism communicate using American Sign Language, device boards and picture exchange communication. Hedelund shows me an app on her son's iPad called TouchChat he uses to communicate. His screen is filled with icons for common words, which he can simply touch to use the words he needs to communicate.

She mentions that she will be working with the Lighthouse Point Fire Department to develop visual communication boards specifically tailored to phrases first responders might need in a rescue situation.

ABOVE: BACK ROW Kyle Fleming, Dalton Hedelund, Martin Hedelun, Ralph Giro, Nicholas Garito FRONT Jessica Cruz

Typically, firefighters simply announce themselves to find people in a compromised building. But what happens when someone is non-verbal? How can the firefighters find them?

The answer it turns out is fairly simple. Hedelund instructs the first responders to yell, "Can you bang on something?

Can you clap your hands? Can you make a noise?"

Noting the importance of in-person training, Long remembers, "I've seen that lesson on the video, and it never really struck home, but after this class, there is no way I will forget any of that."

"When I hear Tony talking about what he remembers, that's everything to me. That will change someone's life someday," Hedelund notes.

She goes on to say, "there are great trainers who make great videos, but it's nothing like having me up there." Additionally, when her trainees interact with her sons, Hedelund feels it an invaluable experience.

She also advises parents of children with autism to be proactive and introduce themselves to the first responders in their community.

When I hear Tony talking about what he remembers, that’s everything to me.

That will change someone’s life someday.

— Margi Hedelund Toward the end of our conversation, Hedelund points out that people with autism have no physical characteristics, so it can be difficult for first-responders to recognize autism.

At this point, we have been talking for about 45 minutes and her sons, who have been waiting patiently, start to engage in our conversation. It is obvious that Hedelund is so proud of her boys. She tells me that Martin received straight As at Lighthouse Christian School for all of the eighth grade.

Hedelund also leads classes for general education students to learn about autism. She teaches the young students that having autism doesn't mean a person is not intelligent and that we are all different in some way.

And then she asks the kids. "What would the world be like if we were all exactly the same? Wouldn't that be boring?"

— Susan Rosser

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY BUILDING FUTURES PILOT PROGRAM A new youth program developed by Habitat for Humanity of Broward's Rick Case Habitat Community and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County is getting underway. The program, called Building Futures is modeled after a similar program in Cleveland Ohio.

The program's goals are to introduce students to career opportunities in a variety of trades, engage them in taking responsibility for their future and set them on a path for a successful and rewarding career.

Through a unique approach, Habitat home building projects will be used to give selected 16 to 19-year-old students eight weeks of intensive hands-on experience with various skilled construction trades.

In addition to providing new homes for families searching for affordable housing, this program will give these students a better understanding of the career opportunities available to them in the skilled trades and present them with the introductory skills needed to enter this field.

By making these opportunities tangible, the program intends to show the students that their future is within their control and that a successful career, including homeownership, is available.

A Rick Case Habitat Community, the largest affordable single-family housing project in Broward's history, will serve as the primary site location for this pilot program.

Funding for this pilot program is provided by a generous, anonymous donor with ties to both Cleveland, Ohio and Broward County.

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LEFT Ryan Schramm of Boy Scout Troop 238 with his Eagle Scout service project. Jeff Graves for Lighthouse Point magazine

SCOUT’S HONOR EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT PAYS HOMAGE TO U.S. FLAG

Lighthouse Point residents now have a place to drop off their used U.S. flags for appropriate disposal. A U.S. Flag Retirement Box was recently installed in front of City Hall as the Eagle Scout service project of Ryan Schramm, of Boy Scout Troop 238, based at St. Paul the Apostle Church in Lighthouse Point.

Ryan, 15, said he chose the flag retirement box as his project because it honors veterans and everyone who has used the flag. In addition, while there are flag retirement boxes in other cities in the area, Lighthouse Point didn't have one.

The box looks like a Postal Service mailbox, but is actually a box that Ryan's mother found in an online auction as part of a department store liquidation sale.

The metal box was a grey color, so Ryan hired a Deerfield Beach artist to paint it.

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Ryan provided his ideas for the design and asked the artist to incorporate them. As the artist painted each section of the box, she would send Ryan photos of it, and he would confirm that it was how he wanted the box to look. The design on the box features a U.S. flag that wraps around one side and the Boy Scout logo on the other side.

A few other boy scouts helped Ryan install the box at City Hall, which involved drilling holes in the cement tiles and bolting it down.

The main objective of the Eagle Scout project was for Ryan to learn the project management and leadership skills. The project also involved completing all the related paperwork, including a proposal, description, accounting and a summary.

Ryan said the biggest thing he learned from the project is how to manage people so they work together as a team and get the project completed quickly.

The total cost of the project was $660, which includes the box itself, the artist, materials and food for the workers.

To finance the project, Ryan received donations and sold a number of items via a fundraising website he created, as well as on another website. Among the items sold were one of Ryan's older bikes, a fish tank and clothing.

In the end, there was an accounting shortage of approximately $3.50, so Ryan's older brother donated it to the project.

Every two weeks, Ryan collects the flags from the box, folds them, and either brings them on Boy Scout campouts for proper retirement or gives them to other Cub and Boy Scout troops for proper retirement.

Proper flag etiquette requires the disposal of retired United States flags by fire in a respectful manner. At a scout campout, the flags are disposed of in a special ceremony around the fire.

Ryan said he has gotten positive feedback from members of the community regarding the box.

Ryan has been involved in scouting since he was 6 years old. He was a Tiger in the Cub Scouts and last month successfully passed his Board Of Review to become an Eagle Scout. An Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony for Ryan, as well as fellow troop members Ethan Cecil and Mason Kolb, is planned for this month.

Eagle Scout is the highest rank achievable in scouting and is for a lifetime.

— Marie Puleo

PLAY BALL The Philadelphia Phillies selected Calvary Christian School pitcher Andrew Painter in the first round of the Major League Baseball draft. Painter was the 13th pick overall, and he was also named the Gatorade player of the year for Florida.

The award recognizes outstanding athletic excellence, high academic achievement, and exemplary character demonstrated on and off the field, distinguishing Painter as Florida's best high school baseball player.

According to the Sun-Sentinel, Painter watched the draft at home with his family. He was quoted in the same article saying, "There's obviously going to be pressure with everything, but you kind of ignore it — kind of just go and do your thing. I've been in moments like this before on a high stage. So you just keep on working and really keep that same dedication, ignore all the outside stuff and go play your game."

The 6-foot-7, 230-pound senior right-handed pitcher compiled a 6-1 record on the mound with a 0.31 ERA and 91 strikeouts in 45.1 innings this past season, leading the Eagles to a 19-5-1 record and a berth in the Class 3A regional quarterfinals.

Painter held opposing hitters to a .119 batting average and struck out 54 percent of the total batters he faced.

He has volunteered locally on behalf of the Humane Society of Broward County and United Community Options of South Florida in addition to helping to raise nearly $7,000 to benefit the OK Kids Korral in association with the Toby Keith Foundation.

"Andrew Painter is one of the best high school baseball players in the country, yet he is humble, selfless and focused on others," said Calvary Christian Academy athletic director Keith Huisman. "He is entirely focused on being a good teammate and raising the level of play of those around him."

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Chub Cay

BY RICHARD ROSSER

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If you fly a drone directly above Chub Cay in the Bahamas, you could point the camera to world-class marlin fishing on the west side of the island and amazing bonefishing on the east side. Directly below would be the state-of-art marina and the luxurious resort. The distance from the marina to the fishing grounds is almost nonexistent, but the diversity of fishing and marine activities is vast and mostly unspoiled.

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he main attraction on Chub Cay is the resort, and most visitors come by boat. There is a small airport with flights from Fort Lauderdale to jump the 150 miles of ocean in between. The 2010 census showed 46 people living on the island. From what I saw during a short trip pre-Covid, that number has not changed much.

The island of Chub Cay is natural and almost entirely undeveloped, except the marina, resort and a small collection of bungalows for rent and few privately-owned houses.

But the resort and marina are first-class all the way as the clientele that venture to Chub Cay appears to be quite serious about all things fishing and boating.

Aside from the unpressured fishing grounds due to the cay's remote location, the island is also located at a strategic point where the ocean floor forms "the pocket."

Like most pockets, it collects things — lots of

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prized fish like marlin, wahoo, tuna and more. When wind conditions are right, baitfish are blown "down the pocket" directly to Chub Cay and the waiting fishermen at the marina.

While on the dock, a crew from another boat passed by with a massive Cubera snapper which they said was caught "just over there" and pointed to a boat outside the marina, maybe a half-mile away.

That night, a boat was maybe half that distance offshore from the house I was in. The following day we learned about the hefty mutton snappers that were caught during the night.

I was a guest of Lighthouse Point resident Greg Edwards who owns a house there with his wife Debbie. I mention this because of a story that Greg told me about his father and trips to the Bahamas in the '70s as a boy.

His father was a doctor, and his schedule allowed him to boat around the Bahamas for a month each summer, back when South Florida was very quiet

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during that time of year. Dr. Edwards took his sons on these extended journeys, but food needed to be caught — every day and then, everybody was expected to share this burden.

My point is that each summer, Greg and his father marauded around the islands seeking adventure — and food. And Greg bought a house on Chub Cay. I respect that level of knowledge about a fishing area.

Or you could take of the word of others: "Chub Cay's location provided convenient access to the Bahamian waters known as "The Pocket," which are arguably the best fishing grounds in the entire Western Hemisphere, and, perhaps, the best for billfishing anywhere in the world. The Pocket is the area in the upper northwest part of

Chub Cay’s location provided convenient access to the Bahamian waters known as “The Pocket,” which are arguably the best fishing grounds in the entire Western Hemisphere, and, perhaps, the best for billfishing anywhere in the world.

— SOUTHERN BOATING MAGAZINE the Berry Islands where the deep Tongue of the Ocean meets the shallow waters of the islands; when the wind is from the southeast, fish are pushed into the pocket."

— Southern Boating Magazine, October 2017 in a story revisiting Chub Cay, the destination profiled in it's first edition 45 years prior.

A Texas billionaire George Bishop seems to agree. The 83-year-old bought the resort in 2014 from an investment group lead by Kaye Pearson, widely known in Florida as owning the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show and other properties. Mr. Bishop has invested quite a bit in improving the property over the time since.

Chub Cay is not only a destination for elite anglers and boaters. A 40-foot slip is $133 per night, and a "day pass" at the resort is around $80, which includes the pool and resort amenities. Rooms at the resort start at $250 per night during the summer. I searched for a 2-bedroom villa during the holiday break, which listed for under $900 per night and a 3-bedroom for about $1100 per night. Y AUGUST 2021 • pointpubs.com

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Dining OUT IN THE NORTH BROWARD BEACHES

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KEY $ Inexpensive (under $20) $$ Moderate ($21-$40) $$$ Expensive ($41-$65) $$$$ Pricey (over $65)

LIGHTHOUSE POINT Bonefish Mac’s Sports Grill. AMERICAN Bar food and wide ar-

ray of televised sports games with a game room for kids. 2002 E Sample Road, 954-781-6227 $

WITH MRS. KOSSENFLOFFER

The Beach Grille. AMERICAN Delicious eats near the beach with the capability to order online. 3414 E Atlantic Blvd., 954-9466000 $ Beach House. AMERICAN • CRAFT COCKTAILS This is the perfect

Cap’s Place. SEAFOOD Lighthouse Point’s own hidden seafood

place to take out-of-town guests. Snag one of the stadium seating style booths overlooking the Atlantic. Enjoy the casual and relaxed ambiance with a rooftop deck on the second floor. 270 N Pompano Beach Blvd. 954-607-6530 $$

Fetta Republic. GREEK Traditional Greek offerings close to

Bru’s Room Sports Grill. AMERICAN This spot is home to the Florida State Booster Club of Broward County. Wings and plenty of bar food is available. 235 S. Federal Highway, 954-785-2227 $

joint dating back to prohibition. Take the short boat ride over to the restaurant. 2765 NE 28th Court, 954-941-0418 $$$ home. 2420 N. Federal Highway, 954-933-2394 $-$$

Fish Shack. SEAFOOD This restaurant used to be a “best kept secret.” But now that they have moved into the Shoppes at Beacon Light, word is out. The fish shack keeps it simple, serving fresh fish prepared several ways. There is more to the menu but it is called The Fish Shack. 2460 N. Federal Highway, 954-586-4105 $$ Le Bistro. CONTINENTAL 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.

And here’s a note to the wise; the porcini mushroom soup is worth every single calorie. The restaurant also offers cooking classes and wine tasting dinners. 4626 N. Federal Highway, 954-946-9240

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The Nauti Dawg Marina Café. AMERICAN Nestled in at the 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 sriracha. You can’t go wrong with the fresh fish sandwich.

Ask what the catch of the day is and about the daily specials. As the name implies, they are a dog-friendly restaurant. 2830 NE 29th Ave. (at the Lighthouse Point Marina), 954-941-0246 $$ Papa’s Raw Bar. SUSHI • SEAFOOD The menu goes way beyond typical raw bar offerings with inventive tacos and sliders.

Papa’s also offers an impressive array of sushi and sashimi. Try the Donoghue which is made of lump crab meat with spicy mayo and eel sauce and served with taro chips. And to wash it all down, they have about a zillion craft beer options and a good wine list too. 4610 N. Federal Highway, 754-307-5034 $$-$$$ 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 $$

POMPANO BEACH And Fish Kitchen + Bar. SEAFOOD Located at the Marriott

Pompano Beach Resort & Spa, enjoy a modern take on fresh seafood. The restaurant has recently been renovated and now sports a contemporary and breezy ambiance. 1200 N. Ocean Blvd., 954782-0100 $$

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Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN Since they opened their doors in 1990, Calypso has been a local favorite.

This gem of a restaurant is known for its fresh, wild caught fish, Bahamian conch dishes, Jamaican jerk and American favorites all served with an island flair. 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. 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 This small but im-

pressive 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 For a traditional German meal, try the wiener schnitze, a lightly breaded veal cutlet sautéed in lemon butter and topped with homemade brown gravy.

The spaetzle are a real homemade treat and not to be missed.

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.

Imbibe to your hearts content with their wide assortment of German beers. 2209 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-7565 $$ Chef Dee’s. SUSHI • SEAFOOD A neighborhood place with plenty of charm. Impressive sushi rolls and a varied menu with something for everyone. 3919 N. Federal Highway., 954-582-4444 $$ Dangerous Minds Brewing Co., BREWERY • ARTISANAL PIZZA

Dangerous Minds is more than just a brewery. This spot at Pompano Citi Centre offers artisanal pizzas made from scratch using double-zero Italian flour. All the beers are brewed on-site and owners Adam and Andre hale from Germany and England — two countries steeped in beer tradition. 1901 N Federal Highway, 954657-8676 $-$$

Darrel & Oliver’s Cafe Maxx. INTERNATIONAL This restaurant is an anchor of the South Florida fine dining scene. 2601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-0606 $$$$ Deep Oceanfront Dining & Bar. AMERICAN Beach front din-

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• Authentic Bubble Tea (Boba Tea) fresh brewed daily • Naturally favored paper-thin shaven ice cream • Unique Eastern Asian Snacks • Created with only quality ingredients

ing at the Beachcomber Resort — go for the view. Open for breakfast lunch and dinner. 1200 S. Ocean Blvd. 954-941-7830 $$$

Deccan Spice. INDIAN Take your pick from classic dishes like

chicken tikka and all sorts of biryani and curry dishes to some Indo-Chinese twists like crunchy stir-fried noodles. There are plenty of vegetarian options too, and of course, many variations on naan. 1149 S.Federal Highway, 954-366-1847 $$

Di Farina Pasta Factory & Restaurant. ITALIAN We all know

that fresh cut pasta is superior to the dried variety we have become accustomed to. But making pasta from scratch is a process.

But what if you could just pick it up nearby or even have it delivered. Dreams do come true. Di Farina offers a variety of freshly made pasta to go. And if you can’t even be bothered to make a sauce, they’ve got 19 from which to choose. 1915 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-953-6771 $$

Now available in Lighthouse Point!

Bubble Tea (Boba Tea)

A tea-based drink created in Taiwan and gaining popularity throughout the world.

In the Shoppes at Beacon Light 2482 N. Federal Hwy., Lighthouse Point • 954-597-6269 snowtime_cream

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 Italian

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

Family Owned & Operated SINCE 1989

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 $$

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 $$$ J Mark’s. AMERICAN A relaxing, modern restaurant and bar with food and service to match. 1490 NE 23rd St., 954-782-7000 $$$ Kabuki. JAPANESE • THAI Kabuki offers a full menu of Thai and

Japanese entrées plus classic and specialty sushi rolls all in a hip and modern setting. 2515 E Atlantic Blvd., 954-951-6077 $$

Kin Asian Street Food. ASIAN • SUSHI Enjoy everything from

inventive takes on ramen soups with pork belly and a jammy egg to original the rice bowls. The small bite options were some of our favorites. We swooned over the shiitake buns, mushrooms with pickled sour mustard, ground peanuts and cilantro all on a steamed rice bun. The gyoza was also a star — the dough was light and tender with a flavorful pork and vegetable filling. 143 SW Sixth St., 954-532-4567 $$

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Dining Out La Perla Di Pompano. ITALIAN This small and intimate Italian eatery offers a wide selection of Italian dishes including four different risotto dishes alone. 420 N Federal Highway, 754-222-9174

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La Veranda. ITALIAN Be it drinks from their full bar, a bottle

from the copious wine selection or naturally the Italian food, everything is served well. 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 wonderful dining, La Veranda is an excellent choice. Reservations are suggested.

2121 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-7390 $$$

Legends Tavern and Grille. AMERICAN Enjoy gastropub fare including sandwiches, burgers, wings, salads and a huge choice of appetizers. 10 SW Sixth St.$-$$ Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill. AMERICAN It’s places like Lucky’s that make you happy you live in South Florida. This tiki bar by the sea (just south of the pier) offers simple eats, some topnotch people watching all with an ocean view. 222 N Pompano Beach Blvd. $ Miami Masala. INDIAN Enjoy classic Indian dishes as well as a few more modern ones with an Indian twist. A daily lunch buffet includes traditional, vegetarian and vegan choices. 900 E Atlantic Blvd., 954-317-1371 $$ Mora Grill. MEDITERRANEAN This cozy yet modern spot is open

Seaside Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Enjoy a view of the Atlantic while enjoying fresh seafood and an iced 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 $$ Shishka Lebanese Grill. MIDDLE EASTERN It’s not easy to make a good falafel (chick peas, fava beans garlic and cilantro seasoned and deep fried, served with tahini sauce) but the ones at Shishka are worth every single calorie. There are plenty of other choices too from the classic hummus to baba ghanouj to chicken and meat shawarma. 1901 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-2999 $$ Sunset Catch. ITALIAN • SEAFOOD Seafood, steaks and Italian favorites are served daily, and they even have their very own “wine doctor.” 101 N. Riverside Drive, 954-545-0901 $$ Table 2201. MEDITERRANEAN Everything at Table 2201 is made on the premises — even the desserts. Start with the pygros, a tower of eggplant, potatoes and ground beef topped with a cool yogurt sauce. 2201 E. Atlantic Blvd., 718-600-2236 $$ Trattoria Novello. ITALIAN This intimate Italian eatery on Atlantic Boulevard features homemade lasagna, ravioli, cannelloni and a Bolognese ragu that cooks for eight hours on the stove. 2665 East Atlantic Blvd., 954-876-1915 $$$

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for lunch and dinner. The menu includes a range of Mediterranean favorites from kebobs to gyros and more. 3428 E. Atlantic Blvd, 954-933-2003 $$

Baja Cafe. MEXICAN A long established local favorite for an authentic Mexican dinner or just drinks. 1310 S. Federal Highway, 954-596-1304 $$

Nikki’s Greek Kitchen. CONTINENTAL Enjoy salads and en-

Barracuda Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • BRAZILIAN This spot by the sea serves seafood with a touch of Brazilian flare. 1965 NE Second St., 954-531-1290 $$

trées all with a slight Mediterranean influence including housemade hummus and tzatsiki, gyros, spinach pie and more. Have dinner and take a stroll — it’s why we live here, people. 1 N. Ocean Blvd., Ste. 102, (on the northwest corner of Atlantic Boulevard and A1A on the ground floor of the Oceanside One building) 954-4013131 $$-$$$

Oceanic. AMERICAN • SEAFOOD Along with stunning ocean

views, the restaurant offers a comprehensive menu with an emphasis on seafood. If you are looking for a standout salad, the watermelon arugula salad with grilled shrimp is a perfect choice. The shrimp and grits were prepared traditionally and packed with flavor. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable.

The restaurant boasts dazzling architecture inspired by the great ocean liners of years past. And with sweeping views of the Atlantic, dining at Oceanic is almost like a mini stay-cation. 250 N. Pompano Beach Blvd., 954-366-3768

Pho Lavie. VIETNAMESE If you have never had Vietnamese food,

you are missing out. This spot will delight you. Everything is so fresh. Go and have some pho (Vietnamese noodle soup), you’ll thank us. 3321 N. Federal Highway, 954-941-4155 $$

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 $$ Saito Japanese Steakhouse. JAPANESE With seven locations

in South Florida, the long-awaited opening of Saito has finally happened. This Japanese steakhouse offers a wide variety of entrees including teriyaki dishes, tempura and sushi. 2101 N Federal Highway, suite 208, 954-945-8888 $$

Sands Harbor Patio Restaurant. AMERICAN Located in the Sands Harbor Hotel and Marina on the intracoastal, you can dine poolside or waterside, either way, you better know how to swim.

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Café Med. ITALIAN Authentic Italian restaurant right on the ocean with an Italian chef from Rome. Excellent service, coupled with carefully prepared dishes just across from the ocean always provides for a lovely dinner. Live music nightly. Breakfast and dinner available daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-5840 $$$ Casa Maya. MEXICAN Start with a margarita and it only gets better from there. This is not your typical Mexican joint — it’s better. Try gobernador tacos: a combination of shrimp with diced poblanos, onions, tomatoes and cilantro on a crispy corn tortilla topped with melted cheese. See, we told you it’s not ordinary. 301 SE 15th Terrace, 954-570-6101 $$ Deer Creek Grille. AMERICAN Enjoy the club atmosphere with gorgeous views of the plush gardens and waterfall. The restaurant offers daily lunch and dinner specials, a Sunday breakfast buffet and covered patio dining so you can dine al fresco. 2801 Deer Creek Country Club Blvd., 954-421-5553 $$ JB’s on the Beach. SEAFOOD Glorious Beach views and a private glass room perfect for business or family affairs. 300 N. Ocean Way, 954-571-5220 $$$ Le Val de Loire Restaurant. FRENCH • STEAKHOUSE The menu at this cozy French bistro includes many of the classics. So next time you crave sole meunière, filet mignon au poivre or beef bourguignon, you don’t have to go any further than the Cove. The steakhouse menu includes a New York strip and a rib eye, among other cuts. Yet, Le Val de Loire is a French restaurant, so they offer three sauces with the steaks — including a mushroom cream sauce. 1576 SE Third Court, 954-427-5354 $$$ Little Havana. CUBAN Little Havana has fantastic lunch specials and most of their dinner plates will feed two. Their masas de

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Luigi di Roma. ITALIAN The atmosphere is always lively at Luigi

di Roma — mainly if you arrive during happy hour! Find all your favorite Italian dishes on the menu, from eggplant Parmesan to shrimp scampi and everything in between. You can also order take-out online. 718 S. Federal Highway, 954-531-6151 $$-$$$

Ocean’s 234. SEAFOOD Amazing views of Deerfield Beach and

the pier with gluten free options available. 234 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-428-2539 $$$

Patio Bar & Grill. CONTINENTAL Enjoy cocktails just feet from the sandy beaches of Deerfield. You can stick to the classics like wings or a shrimp cocktail. Or be more adventurous and enjoy an order of volcano spring rolls stuffed with crab and served with sriracha mayo and wakame slaw. They also serve a wide variety of burgers and plenty of fresh salads and savory entrees. There is often live music contributing to the energetic vibe of this spot on the beach. 2096 NE Second St., (at the Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort) 954-596-8618 $$ Whales’ Rib. SEAFOOD Locals know it well and tourists know it from “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.” Whatever you do, don’t skip the whale fries. 2031 NE Second St., 954-421-8880 $$

LIGHTHOUSE POINT Fast & Casual Burger Fi. BURGERS Everything at Burger Fi is cooked to or-

der. Don’t miss the fries and the larger-than-life onion rings.

The breakfast all day burger is topped with a fried egg. 3150 N. Federal Highway, 954-933-7120 $

Red Fox Diner. DINER Treat yourself to one of the daily specials at the Red Fox and you just might be able to skip dinner.

But if you are in the mood for some comforting diner food, Red Fox never disappoints. Breakfast and lunch served daily.

2041 NE 36th St., (Sample Road) 954-783-7714 $

POMPANO BEACH Fast & Casual Anne Marie’s Pizza and Wine Co. ITALIAN Whether you are looking to grab a quick slice or enjoy a much needed date night, Anne Marie’s fits the bill. Enjoy a cheesy slice of New York style pizza, bruschetta or classic chicken Francese. One popular option at Anne Marie’s is the quattro pack — for $29.95 it includes any four 10-inch pizzas plus an order of garlic rolls. 2313 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach 954-590-2100. $-$$ Asian Deluxe Cuisine. ASIAN A new and convenient spot for some grab and go favorites. From small bites like crab Rangoon and goyza to a variety of curry and noodle dishes. 2608 N Ocean Blvd., 954-960-5060 $$ Carlucci’s Brick Oven Trattoria & Pizzeria. ITALIAN Italian favorites and brick oven pizza at the beach. Open lunch and dinner Monday-Thursday 11am-10pm, Friday-Saturday 11am-11pm, Sunday 12-10pm. 3420 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-9463150 $$ Jet’s Pizza. PIZZA Try one of the specialty pizzas such as Philly cheese steak with Alfredo sauce or the BLT. 437 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-5387 $

Little Italian. PIZZA The restaurant has a huge menu with stromboli, calzone, soups, salads, subs, 26 kinds of specialty pizzas, baked pasta dishes, chicken and veal entrées and all

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your traditional pasta dishes and desserts. 448 S. Cypress Road, 954-941-0550 $-$$

Nelson’s Diner. DINER Nelson’s diner is a cute 50s diner with Elvis memorabilia on the walls, baseball flags on the ceiling, friendly servers and classic red vinyl booths. 438 S Cypress Road, 954-785-3646 $

Snow Time. This spot for treats features bubble tea (boba) in about a zillion flavors. If you are looking for a something new, different and delicious, get thee some bubble tea. Other sweet treats available are paper thin shaven ice cream and authentic Asian snacks. 2482 N. Federal Highway in the Shoppes at Beacon Light, 954-59-6269 $ The Chicken Box & More. • SOUTHERN This spot with just a couple of tables serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and does a robust take-out business. If you are searching for a solidly authentic taste of comfort, the meatloaf is a must. 204 N Flagler Avenue, 954-781-7400 $ The Poké Company. • POKÉ Build your own bowl by choos-

ing a base of rice or greens, then add a protein such as ahi tuna or steamed shrimp, then go to town with the mix-ins and sauces. Then top your bowl with everything from pickled ginger to tempura flakes. 1154 N. Federal Highway, 754-220-8933 $

DEERFIELD BEACH Fast & Casual Burger Craze. BURGERS Top quality ingredients come to-

gether to create unique taste sensations. Enjoy juicy burgers, hot dogs, wings and more. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596- 5949 $-$$

Charlie’s Fish Fry. SEAFOOD Hey, it’s not quite Martha’s Vineyard but Charlies is a great spot to satisfy a craving for fish and chips. 1200 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-573-7198 $$

Charm City. BURGERS Try the emperor — an American kobe beef patty with aged Swiss, truffled aioli and sautéed mushrooms — a burger fit for a king. 1136 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954531-0300 $$ El Jefe. MEXICAN For a truly inventive take on Mexican street food, this small yet bright and cheery taco joint is full of surprises. 27 N. Federal Highway, 954-246-5333 $ Gelateria. GELATO Offering more than 26 flavors of gelato.

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