Lighthouse Point Magazine, March 2021

MARCH 2021

Florida’s New Climate Change Crusader?

INTERVIEW WITH STATE REP. CHIP LAMARCA ON HIS NEW BILL TO PUSH FLORIDA AHEAD

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Happy Snaps MEMORABLE MOMENTS AROUND TOWN

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Good Eats

MORE RESTAURANTS ARE SET TO OPEN IN THE POMPANO FISHING VILLAGE A NEW FOOD COURT IS COMING RESTAURANT GUIDE

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

TROPHY deePwaTeR esTaTe LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL | $5.295 MILLION

INFO: WWW.F10266194.COM

PalaTIal OceansIde esTaTe FORT LAUDERDALE, FL | $13.5 MILLION

Island-InsPIRed deePwaTeR esTaTe LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL | $2.995 MILLION

INFO: WWW.F10270146.COM

INFO: WWW.F10255699.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.

new naUTIcal-InsPIRed InTRacOasTal esTaTe LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL | $6.895 MILLION

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

INFO: WWW.F10242643.COM

Kevin R. Kreutzfeld

Lighthouse Point Resident

new MOdeRn InTRacOasTal esTaTe EAST DEERFIELD BEACH, FL | $3.595 MILLION INFO: WWW.F10248112.COM

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new cOasTal-InsPIRed deePwaTeR esTaTe EAST DEERFIELD BEACH, FL | $3.295 MILLION INFO: WWW.F10258368.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.

Boca Raton | Deerfield Beach | Lighthouse Point | Pompano Beach | Fort Lauderdale

It's not always necessary to list your home in order to sell it...

We have pre-approved buyers from all over the country looking to move to our area

Number Of Our Current Buyers

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$750k - 1.25 Million

$1.25 - 2 Million

$2 - 3 Million

$3 - 8 Million

Waterfront/Pool Homes

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3 2-6 Bedrooms

With over $34,000,000 Under Contact/Closed in 2021 so far, help us help you! If you're considering selling, give us a call and we'll connect you with ready and able buyers

Cathy Prenner: 954.415.1057 Bryant Roepnack: 954.410.6697 Reed Kellough: 954.242.0441

Phone: 954.784.6703

Follow us on social media to get the latest updates @prennergroup

Email us: Cathy@prenner.com

2600 NE 24th Street, Lighthouse Point - 4 Bed • 3 Bath • 100' Direct intracoastal • $2,225,000

2541 NE 35th Street, Lighthouse Point - 4 Bed • 4.5 Bath • 70' Waterfront • $1,998,000

2420 NE 33rd Street, Lighthouse Point 5 Bed • 5.5 Bath • 100’ Waterfront – $3,450,000

2601 NE 27th Street Lighthouse Point 4 Bed • 3 Bath • 16,000+ SqFt Lot • $643,000

4050 NE 25th Avenue, Lighthouse Point 3 Bed • 4 Bath • 196' Waterfront • $1,895,000

910 Hamilton Lane, Delray Beach 3 Bed • 2.5 Bath • Coastal Style • $610,000

1841 NE 25th Street Lighthouse Point

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2370 NE 2345 NE26TH 30THST CT LIGHTHOUSE POINT LIGHTHOUSE POINT| $2,497,000 | $1,199,000

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1600 SNE OCEAN #1703 2345 30THBOULEVARD CT LAUDERDALE BY THE SEA | $1,999,999 LIGHTHOUSE POINT | $1,199,000

2428 2345 NE NE26TH 30THSTCT LIGHTHOUSE | $1,949,000 LIGHTHOUSEPOINT POINT | $1,199,000

5217 NE 2345 NE30TH 30THTERR CT LIGHTHOUSE POINT LIGHTHOUSE POINT| $1,495,000 | $1,199,000

1421 NE 2345 NE34TH 30THCOURT CT OAKLAND PARK | $465,000 LIGHTHOUSE POINT | $1,199,000

813 17TH ST CT 2345SENE 30TH DEERFIELD BEACH | $449,000 LIGHTHOUSE POINT | $1,199,000

1360 SNE OCEAN 2345 30THBLVD CT #606 POMPANO BEACH | $394,900 LIGHTHOUSE POINT | $1,199,000

2772 NE 6C 2345 NE30TH 30THAVENUE CT LIGHTHOUSE POINT | $273,000 LIGHTHOUSE POINT | $1,199,000

2710 STREET 2345NE NE44TH 30TH CT LIGHTHOUSE POINT | CALL FOR PRICE LIGHTHOUSE POINT | $1,199,000

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Dr. Lauren Carcas, Breast Oncologist

Dr. Ana Botero, Radiation Oncologist

Cancer Care in Broward just got Better.

Miami Cancer Institute is proud to welcome renowned breast medical oncologist Charles Vogel, M.D., FACP. Dr. Vogel will be part of the established multidisciplinary Broward breast cancer team at Baptist Health in Plantation. He joins founding member Lauren Carcas, M.D., and well-known radiation oncologist Ana Botero, M.D., along with nutritionists, psychologists and others who provide comprehensive support services.

Dr. Vogel looks forward to caring for the breast health needs of his long-standing as well as new patients at our Plantation wellness and medical complex — where everything you need for breast health and more is under one roof and close to home.

“I want to be part of building something new, exciting and comprehensive from the ground up, so we can offer our patients cutting-edge therapies.”

- Dr. Charles Vogel

Personalized cancer treatments and comprehensive support services delivered with the heart of Baptist Health, right in your community.

Miami Cancer Institute, Baptist Health’s most ambitious undertaking to date, is a state-of-the-art cancer center focusing on clinical expertise, an unparalleled patient experience, innovation in clinical trials and technology, and an academic mission to improve cancer care for all. After only four years, Miami Cancer Institute is already Florida’s third largest cancer program in terms of new patients. Our newest location in Plantation will bring the same level of advanced, personalized cancer care to patients in Broward County.

Our initial permanent Broward County cancer care team is comprised of breast medical oncologists, a radiation oncologist and a full-service, state-of-the-art infusion suite. Surgical oncologists specializing in head and neck cancer, gynecologic oncology, urologic oncology, orthopedic oncology, breast cancer and endocrine cancers will be coming up for regular consultation hours. The team will be enhanced in the coming months by medical oncologists sub-specializing in GI cancers, urologic cancers, thoracic cancers and head and neck cancers. Permanent surgical oncologists are also being recruited, with a fellowship-trained breast surgeon planned first.

We have an ambulatory surgery center within our Plantation location allowing for overnight stays. If your surgery is more complex, patients can be transported to Baptist Hospital in Miami for surgery and back to Broward at no cost.

In addition to the ambulatory surgery center, our medical complex in Plantation provides comprehensive support services and comprehensive diagnostic imaging. We also provide expedited referrals, when needed, to certain advanced services unique to our Miami site, including stem cell transplantation, proton therapy and our advanced skin cancer detection technology and expertise.

As part of Baptist Health, Miami Cancer Institute provides cancer services from the Florida Keys to Palm Beach County. We are proud to be paving the way for new and better treatments that help more patients conquer and survive cancer.

To get the compassionate care you deserve, schedule your appointment at 954-837-1490 or visit BaptistHealth.net/Plantation.

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The Shoppes at Beacon Light have all of your personal care solutions.

Located on the East-side of Federal Highway between 24th and 25th Street, two blocks North of Copans Road.

Your destination to great restaurants, specialty services, shopping and entertainment.

EDUCATION STATION

Education Station has been the premier preschool in Lighthouse Point since 2006. Caring for Infants thru age 5 part-time and full-time, and school age children thru age 12. We are now enrolling for our private elementary program starting this fall. Your child will be in the loving environment Education Station is known for while learning in the exciting STEAM Curriculum. The STEAM curriculum supports our philosophy of hands-on learning through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math with a ratio of 9 students to 1 teacher.

ESP Elementary will prepare your children for a successful future in a world filled with technological advances and constant social changes. Education Station Preschool also offers a mini Summer Camp for preschoolers and a full day camp for school aged children.

Call: 954.782.2226 2458 N. Federal Highway, Lighthouse Point • www.espreschool.com

COMPLETE FITNESS

Complete Fitness is a cut above other health and fitness studios. We are not a membership gym, we provide superior quality personal training and small group fitness classes. Complete Fitness is committed to our clients with the focus on total health, weight loss, and well being. We provide an exceptionally clean environment and bring energy and a positive attitude to your sessions while respecting your privacy. We offer a wide variety of health and fitness programs and classes which strive to bridge the gap between fitness, and rehabilitation. Our customers particularly value the individual focus and attention they receive.

Call: 954.873.4663 or 954.651.7398 2462 Federal Hwy. Lighthouse Point • TheCompleteFitness.com

PET HAVEN

As the oldest pet grooming salon in Broward County, we pride ourselves in quality grooming and personalized styling. We strive to work on a personal level with our clientele, especially the ones with tails. We provide care for your fur baby as if they were our own, and ensure that they receive the highest quality care while you’re away. Regular grooming is important for a dog’s overall health, comfort and well-being. Stop by or call to make your appointment today.

Call: 954.941.6315 1813 NE 24th Street, Lighthouse Point • www.pethavensalon.com

EYE SITE VISION CENTER

At Eye Site Vision Center, we’re led by Dr. Gary Goberville, a Lighthouse Point resident. Patient satisfaction is at the heart of all we do.

We offer scheduled appointments and emergency visits. Our eye doctor gives one-on-one care to each of our patients, addressing their individual eye care needs. We specialize in fitting our patients with the glasses that are right for them. While we offer frame and contact lenses fittings at Eye Site Vision Center, we’re about so much more: Computer vision diagnosis and treatment, Sports vision, Ortho-K, Lasik, Hard-to-fit contacts, and Comprehensive eye exams.

Call for an appointment today: 954.943.3779 2490 N Federal Hwy, Lighthouse Point • www.eyesitevision.com

VENETIAN SHOE REPAIR & ALTERATIONS

Venetian Shoe Repair & Alterations is a full service shoe and leather repair business offering quality craftsmanship for all of your leather goods, including shoes, luggage and handbags. We also offer Alterations for Men, Women and Children’s clothing with our seamstress on site. We will make your worn shoes look like new and your clothes look like they were custom made for you!

Call: 954.941.3700 1815 NE 24th Street, Lighthouse Point

BEACON COIN LAUNDRY

Welcome to Beacon Coin Laundry, established in 2007. We are a clean, friendly, and family run business with great customer service. We pride ourselves with competitive prices and making your laundry needs our first priority. We have professional Drop Off/Wash & Fold Service and will handle comforters, blankets, and bedding needs for you. We are family safe and friendly with security cameras for your safety. Please come let us help you with your laundry!! We are located on the NW corner of The Shoppes of Beacon Light shopping center.

Call: 954.946.1444 1810 NE 25th Street, Lighthouse Point Like us on Facebook: Beacon Coin Laundry

MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIC REHAB

Here at Med Diagnostics Rehab, we pride ourselves in providing each patient with a superior level of care in a friendly and personalized environment. Our practice is dedicated to providing quality care and education on various orthopedic conditions and procedures. Our experienced Physical therapists will evaluate and create a personalized plan of care to ensure your needs are met, return to your prior level of function, and help you get back to living your best life. Med Diagnostic Rehab is committed to being the best rehabilitation health care team and serving this community as we have for the past 15 years.

Call: 954.942-0927 2462 N Federal Hwy, Lighthouse Point • Meddiagnosticrehab.com

Pure & Extraordinary.

Discover beachfront elegance.

Currently selling two & three bedroom residences starting from $1.5 Million.

Call (754) 812-3305 or visit SolemarBeach.com 1116 North Ocean Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL 33062

ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESETATIONS, MAKE REFERENCE TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. Solemar is developed by PRH 1116 North Ocean, LLC (“Developer”, which is licensed the right to use the name Related® and Related Group®. This offering is made only by the Developer’s Prospectus for the Condominium and no statement should be relied upon if not made in the prospectus. The Condominium is currently under construction and the Developer has the right to modify design and material specifications. The renderings and images are not to be relied upon as representative of the completed Condominium , views, water frontage, water access, or amenities. Prices are subject to change. Consult only the Developer’s Prospectus to learn terms, conditions, what is included with purchase, and method for unit dimension measurement. For New York purchasers only, a CPS-12 application for the Condominium has been filed with the State of New York, Department of Law (File No. CP20-0033). The Application is pending review. WARNING: THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF REAL ESTATE HAS NOT INSPECTED, EXAMINED, OR QUALIFIED THIS OFFERING. File No. 164996RC-OOSR0. THIS ADVERTISEMENT IS A SOLICITATION FOR THE SALE OF UNITS IN SOLEMAR CONDOMINIUM. N.J. Reg. No. 20-04-0016.This Condominium has been registered with the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons F-1271-01-01. No reproduction is authorized, PRH 1116 North Ocean, LLC © 2020.

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Our cornerstone philosophy: professionalism, integrity & quality with an innovative approach to each new build Scott Godoy

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Superior Results for Hip and Knee Surgery Our Caring, Patient-Centered Practice

My practice combines world-class orthopaedic care in a warm and welcoming environment where every patient is treated with respect, the way I would want my family to be cared for. From the first phone call, you will find my team 100 percent engaged in addressing your needs.

I care for people in their 80s and 90s who refuse to relinquish their independence and opt for surgery to regain an active lifestyle. I also treat patients in their 20s and 30s who desire an improved quality of life and want to feel “normal” again.

Safely Going Home the Day of Surgery

My emphasis on preempting and preventing pain after surgery has been a game changer. Patients walk the day of surgery and the vast majority of my patients go straight home the afternoon of their hip or knee replacement surgery. This requires coordinated pre-operative planning and detailed communication between my staff and the patient.

“Dr. Leone put my body back together. I was a long-time runner and now at 83-years-old all my pain is finally gone!”

~Tracey M, full and partial knee replacement patient

“I will forever be grateful to Dr. Leone and his amazing staff at Holy Cross. I can honestly say Dr. Leone is the most kind, patient, incredible doctor I have ever met. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

~Liyah, 32 years old, total hip replacement patient

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The Leone Center for Orthopedic Care at Holy Cross Health 954-489-4575 | leonecenter@holy-cross.com 1000 NE 56th Street | Fort Lauderdale holycrossleonecenter.com

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2335 NE 7th Street | Lighthouse Point 5BR | 5.1BA | 3CG | 5,659SF | 97’ Waterfront OFFERED AT $2,895,000

5220 NE 29th Avenue | Lighthouse Point 4BR | 3.1BA | 2.5CG | 3952SF | 73’ Waterfront RENTAL $15,000/MO

1012 N Ocean Blvd Unit 212 & 1208 Century Plaza Low Condo Fee 2 & 3 bedroom available OFFERED AT $395,000 & $925,000

99 SE Mizner Blvd #403 | Boca Raton Palmetto Place Condominium | 2BR | 2 BA | 1,310SF OFFERED AT $545,000

771 Jeffery St #203 | Boca Raton French Village Condominium | 1BR | 1.5BA | 776SF | Waterfront OFFERED AT $325,000 —X—

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Combating Climate Change

Florida State Rep. Chip LaMarca introduced Florida house bill HB 315 to create an Office of Resiliency to lead the charge on Florida’s response to climate change. The bill is a companion to Florida Senate Bill 514 (SB 514) which will establish a Sea Level Rise Task Force to assess potential damage from sealevel rise and ways to mitigate its effect.

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It seems like every day something new is popping up in Pompano Beach. Our City Beat reporter, Marie Puleo, gives us the low down on the Pompano Fishing Village.

The plans include a new Mexican restaurant, Kilwin’s, Cannoli Kitchen, and two new Hilton branded hotels.

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1713 N Riverside Drive 4 BR | 4.1 BA | 48’ Intracoastal Front $2,650,000 *Listing courtesy of Florida Luxurious Properties

YAZMIN ESFAHANI | Estate Agent C: 954.703.9555 Yazmin@FloridaLuxurious.com HENRY THOMAS | Estate Agent C: 954.895.1342 Henry@FloridaLuxurious.com

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An Empty Nest Surprise

BY SUSAN ROSSER Since becoming a mother in June of 2000, parenthood has come to define me. It's who I am. I am a mother. I have children who require a large portion of my attention.

But my new status as an empty-nester, well, it is surprisingly good too.

I'll admit, being a mother has consumed a significant chunk of my life. I've spent hours upon hours engaged in the physical tasks required of parents. I've changed diapers, made countless school lunches, folded laundry and packed for college.

And, of course, there was an ample amount of time spent worrying about nearly everything. Are the kids doing well in school? Did I remember to schedule dental checkups? In just about every aspect of my life, I am relatively confident in my decision-making process. But, when it comes to my kids, I have often second-guessed myself. (Well, if I am honest, I haven't second-guessed my parenting choices as much as I've wondered if maybe my husband could be right about something. I mean, after 20 years, it's possible. Although probably not.)

Somewhere along the road, our kids learned right from wrong and even how to not only load the dishwasher but empty it too.

Although, I really won't think of them as having flown the coop until they are buying their own health insurance. But for now, they both seem happy at college — even in the midst of the pandemic, they are making their way.

I deserve no prizes, but I earned the certificate of completion for sure.

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In January, as the big send-off for our youngest approached, I was wholly ambivalent. While I was so thankful that the start to her freshman year was finally coming to fruition (after a full semester delay thanks to Covid-19), I was secretly dreading her departure. OK, maybe it wasn't such a big secret. As I mentioned, my whole identity has been twisted up with motherhood for 20 years. So naturally, the thought of both kids being out of the house was scary. For years, I dreaded making school lunches every morning. Now, I dreaded not dreading making lunches. I am aware of how little sense that makes.

The prospect of an empty nest made me uncomfortable. But then they were gone. And much to my surprise, life is pretty good.

Naturally, part of the reason I can enjoy my hard-won freedom is that my kids have a bright future before them. They are at a crucial juncture in life when a million paths are ahead. I trust they will make good choices. I do get a little tinge of sadness, knowing I won't be as significant a presence in their lives. But I remind myself that was the goal all along.

Nothing lasts forever. That big and lovely and precious chapter of living with my kids is over.

I've read the atoms and molecules that makeup matter are always moving. And I'd like to think my family is simply a giant molecule. Each of us is continually moving and changing, but we will always be a family. Our bonds cannot be broken.

But for now, I genuinely look forward to the next part of life.

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Jeff Moral Is Named Lighthouse Point Fire Chief Last month, the City Commission approved the appointment of Jeff Moral as Lighthouse Point’s new fire chief.

“We had a lot of excellent candidates,” said Mayor Glenn Troast. “Jeff rose to the top very quickly.”

Moral’s first day on the job as Lighthouse Point fire chief was Jan. 29. The position opened up when former Fire Chief Shawn Gilmartin retired last October.

Before coming to work for Lighthouse Point, Moral was with the City of Tamarac Fire Rescue for 24 years. He started as an administrative battalion chief, then became division chief of fire prevention. When Tamarac’s fire chief retired, Moral was appointed interim fire chief (20082009), then became assistant chief of administrative services charged with leading the fire prevention and emergency management teams while also serving as chief fire code official.

While working at Tamarac Fire Rescue, Moral also worked as the EMS program director at City College in Fort Lauderdale.

Prior to that, he was with the City of Pembroke Pines Fire Rescue (1981-1996), holding the positions of firefighter paramedic, driver engineer, fire rescue lieutenant and acting battalion chief. Starting when he was 16 years old, he worked in different departments of Hollywood

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Memorial Hospital (1978-1990), ultimately becoming an emergency room paramedic.

Moral earned both a bachelor of science degree in public management and a master’s degree in public administration from Nova Southeastern University.

Moral said he was motivated to apply for the Lighthouse Point fire chief position because “it seemed like a perfect fit with the needs of the city,” in terms of the new fire station that is being built, and the current status of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Moral has experience with the construction of new fire stations.

While he was with Tamarac Fire Rescue, two additional fire stations

Lighthouse Point Fire Chief Jeff Moral

were built, the most recent of which opened in January.

In his new role as Lighthouse Point fire chief, Moral has implemented a transition team to begin preparing for the transfer of the Lighthouse Point Fire Department to its new fire station once it is built.

“It’s a lengthy process,” said Moral. “We don’t want to miss any of the key points.”

As director of emergency management for the City of Tamarac, Moral had to prepare citizens and staff for possible impacts from viruses such as H1N1 (swine flu) and Zika, which set him up “for being able to better cope with the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Moral’s last assignment before coming to work for the City of Lighthouse Point was overseeing the operation of two COVID-19 testing sites in Tamarac, in partnership with the Department of Health. He said Lighthouse Point is “actively searching” for opportunities to get a vaccination site for its residents.

Moral said his two top financial priorities right now are the new fire station and the purchase of a new rescue truck that has already been approved in the capital budget, but still needs to be ordered and built.

Moral is also working on implementing new EMS training >>> programs with the fire

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Jeff Moral Is Named Lighthouse Point Fire Chief The holiday season is in high gear, and for many families in some cities) because they grow too tall, and are CONTINUED

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(Cupressus arizonica). Both evergreens make a striking, low received more calls about Moral to help the community,” said Moral.

Port Everglades.

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I’ve had in a hire since I became meetings with all fire personnel to with his wife and four children. He to around 25 feet, prefer full sun and are drought tolerant.

While these make nice houseplants, unfortunately, they mayor of Lighthouse Point.” determine what they think the fire plans to relocate to the Lighthouse grow to be quite large, and The result thatnear they shapefrom makes other the citiesperfect reached department’s strengths are, quickly! and Point area is in the future,Best of all, their pyramidal“Mayors LHP are what booted ofimproved, the houseplant world and (you Christmas tree! out to me; fire chiefs from other needsout to be and possibly thisinto, summer. guessed it) they the outside cities reached out to me,” said together will set upworld! a plan for “Lighthouse Point is a well-kept, Now, our well-intentioned choice for the Troast. goes to the character accomplishing short-term and longclean andholidays beautiful has city that looks Garden gate Nursery is located in“It the Pompano Citi of turned an environmental menace! like Norfolk Island pines the individual when you that terminto goals. a great place to raise a family,” Centre. Donna can be reached at 954-783-GATE, get or at www.donnasgardengate.com kind of unsolicited feedback on Moral grew up in Hollywood, said Moral.” are considered dangerous in the landscape (actually illegal Florida. He did his fire training at

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A New Food Hall is Coming to Pompano Construction recently got underway for The Bite Eatery, which is set to be the first food hall in Pompano Beach.

Located at 2715 E. Atlantic Boulevard in The Harbor Village Shops, the food hall will feature nine restaurant vendors and one fullservice bar, all under one roof.

The food hall should be ready to open in late summer 2021, according to Jessica Gollel of Gollel Family Properties, the owner and developer of The Bite Eatery.

The vendor spaces will be along the east and west walls of the food hall, and the central area will be for the bar and seating. There will be 209 indoor seats, including 37 seats around the bar. There will also be 58 outdoor seats.

The bar will be the main beverage source, including soft drinks, wine, beer and liquor. Vendors will be able to supply the bar with any of their specialty drinks. The food hall is approximately 9,000 square feet.

Each vendor space will be 380 to 420 square feet.

One of the vendors with a space in The Bite Eatery is Casareccio, which specializes in Sicilian cuisine.

Casareccio already has a restaurant in Pompano Beach, and may operate under a different name at the food hall.

Another vendor, The Raw Bar, will be operated by a new chef. The menu will focus on fresh local seafood.

There will also be a donut shop featuring handcrafted artisan donuts, specialty dessert pastries, gelato and coffee.

Leases are still being accepted for vendor spaces.

Gollel said that getting a Mexican restaurant in the food hall is “high on her list.” She would also like to add Asian, barbecue and burgers to the mix.

Once a lease is signed for a

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specific restaurant category, no other restaurant with the same type of menu will be able to lease a space.

“We don’t want any type of competition or the same menu items on two different menus,” explained Gollel.

Gollel said the food hall is ideal for current or previous restaurant owners, food truck operators and caterers who want to expand their businesses, or up and coming chefs who want to start one.

The Bite Eatery allows vendors to provide a full-service restaurant at a fraction of the cost of opening a storefront restaurant, said Gollel. In addition, “marketing opportunities are much more intensive,” because they’re sharing the food hall with nine other vendors that are also marketing their space.

The vendor is only in charge of the food they cook and the staff needed for their unit.

The Bite Eatery will provide plates, cutlery, food runners, bussers,

ABOVE The Bite Eatery, a new food hall in The Harbor Village Shops in Pompano Beach plans to open in late summer 2021.

What About Parking?

The City of Pompano Beach anticipates the need for additional parking for The Harbor Village Shops once The Bite Eatery opens. A plan is being considered to reconstruct the City’s existing right-of-way on NE First Street, just north of the shopping center, to try to accommodate up to 143 perpendicular parking spaces. The project, which is very early in the planning process, would cost approximately $1 million and could be budgeted for the next fiscal year, according to city officials.

dishwashing, cleaning services, furniture, restrooms, maintenance, a bar manager and floor managers, which takes a huge burden off the vendors, said Gollel.

The vendors can also benefit from the food hall’s location, which is “perfect” because it’s a short distance from the beach and is in an area of the City that is being redeveloped and revitalized, said Gollel.

Operating amid COVID-19, the food hall will have personnel dedicated to keeping everything sanitized, said Gollel.

A point of sale technology will be provided at each of the tables.

Patrons will be able to scan a QR (Quick Response) code with their smartphone, and then browse menu items from all the restaurants, place their order and pay, right from their table. The order goes directly to the vendor’s computer, then the order is prepared, and a runner brings it to the table. Patrons will also be able to order food the traditional way of going up to the counter.

For patrons who don’t want to eat on the premises, the food hall will also offer pick-up and delivery options.

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A New Food Hall is Coming to Pompano <<< opening hours are weekdays from 9am to 10pm. The weekends will have extended hours till about 12am for both the bar and vendors that choose to stay open. There will be brunch on the weekends, with bottomless mimosas.

There are plans for live music from local artists in a variety of genres, probably only on the weekends. There will be a stage and a small area for dancing.

Gollel would like to host small events at the food hall, such as exhibits of local artists. Other ideas include taco Tuesdays, a bingo night and karaoke night.

The décor will have a nautical theme to tie in with the Hillsboro Inlet, the lighthouse and the Pompano pier.

“We’re trying to keep it light and airy and open, because there’s going to be a lot going on in there,” said Gollel. “We want to keep the focus on the food.”

The concept of opening a food hall was inspired by a college semester Gollel spent in Florence, Italy. While there, her favorite place to eat was the Mercato Centrale, a food hall with about 12 vendors. It was the first food hall she’d ever been to.

“I could go to the same location and have something new every time,” said Gollel. “It was always full of people and really had a community feel. I loved it and wanted to create something like that.”

Gollel is working on The Bite Eatery with her father Richard Gollel — who founded Gollel Family Properties — and her brothers Richard and Michael. The family lives in the Hillsboro Shores neighborhood of Pompano Beach, just a five-minute drive from the food hall.

When her family acquired the building in The Harbor Village Shops in 2019, she said: “Let’s just try

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this.” And they took off with the idea.

The Bite Eatery will be the second food hall to open in Broward County, following the Sistrunk Marketplace, which opened recently in Fort Lauderdale.

“Food halls are definitely a popular concept popping up,” said Gollel. “Developers and restaurant groups really like them because they are beneficial for each party involved.” Y

Tennis Center Will Be Getting Lighting Upgrades The Lighthouse Point Tennis Center will be getting lighting upgrades soon, including a full LED retrofit for all seven tennis courts.

At its Feb. 9 meeting, the City Commission approved a contract with Southern Lighting Group in the amount of $51,878. The City will be reimbursed $50,000 for the project from a Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program grant that was awarded in 2020.

The existing halide light fixtures will be removed; 18 LED fixtures will be installed and 16 light poles will be painted. Double fixtures will be added to two of the poles to light Court 3 because there are no poles directly next to it.

Court 3 has never had lighting, and tennis center members are very

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excited about having an additional court to play on at night, said Parks and Recreation Director Becky Word.

Word said the color of LED lights is more consistent and better for playing tennis, with less spillage into the streets. LED lights also use much less energy and the bulbs last for decades rather than a few years.

United States Tennis Association standards will be used for the new LED lighting.

Installation of the lighting upgrades is expected to start this month, and should take about two months to complete, said Word. The work will be done court by court to allow the tennis center to remain open.

The new lighting system will provide a control system that will

allow staff to access the lights remotely and turn each court on or off individually.

As part of the City’s capital improvement plan, numerous upgrades have been made to the tennis center in recent years: in 2016, the remodeling of the Ash Mills Pavilion; in 2017, installation of a new paver patio and drainage; and in 2018, new landscaping. All the building and sidewalk lights at the tennis center were changed to LED in 2019.

The current lighting project is part of the overall plan for the renovation of the tennis center.

The tennis center’s existing halide fixtures date to 2006. They were installed with FEMA funding after Hurricane Wilma damaged the lights that were there before. Y

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Ibis Bridge Reconstruction Is Expected To Be Completed This Month The project to replace the Ibis Bridge, located on Lighthouse Drive (NE 23rd Avenue) between NE 29th Street and NE 30th Street, is expected to be completed at the end of this month, according to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) construction team for the project.

The project began on Nov. 4, 2019, and was originally expected to be completed in fall 2020. The completion date was subsequently changed to late 2020, and then early 2021.

The construction activities scheduled for this month are paving and installation of signage and pavement markings, which will be followed by inspections and a final walkthrough.

According to the construction team, the project has taken longer than expected due to unforeseen issues resulting from inclement weather and the COVID-19 pandemic.

As of mid-February, a total of 60 weather days and 34 holidays had been granted to the contractor.

After the City Commission and mayor expressed concern about the delays to the FDOT project administrator during a commission meeting last October, multiple crews were brought in to perform simultaneous work, in order to accelerate the completion of the bridge.

FDOT also decreased the number of holidays that would normally have been granted to the contractor.

In addition, crews began working on Saturdays and Sundays.

However, due to complaints from residents, the crews have been

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working most Saturdays, but not on Sundays, according to the Lighthouse Point’s Public Works Department.

FDOT is carrying out and funding the construction of the new bridge at an estimated cost of $2.4 million. Y

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City Beat BY MARIE PULEO

Pompano Beach Gets It Largest, Most Expensive Public Artwork Installation of the city’s largest and most expensive piece of public art has just been completed at the north entrance of the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, located at 50 W. Atlantic Blvd.

The artwork, called “Current,” is a bronze and stainless steel sculpture with a hand-painted patina standing 15 feet tall and weighing 1,200 pounds.

The sculpture, which resembles a giant infinity symbol, was created by San Francisco-based artist Michael Szabo.

The cost of the commissioned artwork is $97,000, making it the most expensive sculpture the city’s Public Art Committee has purchased to date.

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The Public Art Committee selected Szabo’s design from among 188 applications received in response to a Call to Artists issued in October 2018. The Public Art Committee was seeking an artist to design “a significant sculpture” to enhance the architecture of the Cultural Center building.

In his response to the Call to Artists, Szabo said the sculpture “is an abstracted reference

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“Current,” a bronze and stainless sculpture at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center

to the infinite and dynamic flow of community, solidarity and creativity the Cultural Arts Center provides its citizens and visitors, which they in turn feedback to the city to create a reciprocal sense of connection and place.”

LED up-lighting surrounding the sculpture’s concrete base will give the piece a dramatic presence at night for drivers and pedestrians, said Szabo.

Laura Atria, the city’s Public Art Program Manager, said one of the reasons the Public Art Committee “felt so passionate about the piece” is because Szabo’s design was directly inspired by how the Cultural Center building itself was created.

The building was conceived as a box the architect “unfolded.”

Szabo took the infinity symbol and unfolded it just like the building was unfolded. Y

City Beat BY MARIE PULEO

COVID-19 Vaccination Site Is Set Up At Pompano Citi Centre The City of Pompano Beach has set up a COVID-19 vaccination site in the south parking lot of Pompano Citi Centre, the shopping center located at the southwest corner of North Federal Highway and East Copans Road.

The initial plan was for the vaccination site to start operating on Jan. 25, but that date was postponed by the Department of Health, due to a shortage in vaccines, according to Pompano Beach Emergency Manager Kimberly Spill-Cristiano.

The Florida Department of Health in Broward County has advised the City of Pompano Beach that once additional vaccines become available, the Pompano Citi Centre

The City has created a Vaccination Support Task Force to support vaccination opportunities that arise as the vaccine becomes

The Florida Department of Health in Broward County has advised the City of Pompano Beach that once additional vaccines become available, the Pompano Citi Centre vaccination site will be the next site in Broward County to be opened, vaccination site will be the next site in Broward County to be opened, followed by TY Park in Hollywood.

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The plan is for City staff to assist with operations at the Citi Centre

COVID-19 vaccination site at Pompano Citi Centre.

The opening of the site had been postponed.

vaccination site. Since December, they have been preparing with training sessions and drills, said Spill-Cristiano.

Pompano Beach Fire Rescue paramedics have been trained to administer vaccines, and could help out at the vaccination site, if needed, along with nurses contracted by the Florida Department of Health in Broward County, or other healthcare workers.

There are 10 stations set up at the Pompano Citi Centre vaccination site, which is planned to be a drivethrough site. The owners of Pompano Citi Centre are allowing the City to use the shopping center property for the vaccination site at no cost. Y

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Personal Development

Generate Energy

BY CRAIG HALEY WE ARE ALL HOPING FOR A STRONG YEAR IN 2021. LAST YEAR CAUGHT US ALL OFF GUARD. MANY PEOPLE SAW THEIR INCOMES REDUCED. BUSINESSES WERE SHUT down, stress and anxiety increased, and, sadly, many people died.

As we look forward to 2021, we know we have to be more focused, more disciplined and have great clarity on our goals to win big. We will need to take massive action to realize the massive results we are all craving.

To reach that level of success, we will need an abundance of physical, mental and emotional energy.

We have all seen young children and puppies run around with a seemingly endless supply of energy; however, it seems to dwindle as we get older.

How do we get it back? How can we generate ample energy to achieve our goals and enjoy the process?

Author Brendon Burchard conducted an in-depth study of high performers to determine how they reached their goals. He studied what actions they took and what strategies they utilized to optimize their health and energy.

What he found were a few key actions that allowed these achievers to win in life and have plenty of energy left over to enjoy their hobbies, have ample family time, and enjoy the process.

Strategy #1: Release Tension, Set Intention High performers have brief pauses in between activities to take a break, refocus their thoughts and recapture their energy, so they can work at a high level.

They stop, close their eyes, breathe deeply and focus on releasing negativity. They center their thoughts on their next task and doing it with excellence and ease. They set a clear intention on their next activity and visualize themselves doing it at a worldclass level.

Strategy #2: Bring the Joy Oprah Winfrey has a sign up in her office and her boardroom that says, "You are responsible for the energy you bring into this room." What she is saying is, be intentional about being positive, optimistic and happy.

Top performers are intentional about being positive, friendly and joyful. They don't wait around and hope something happens to put them in a good mood. They intentionally bring the joy in everything they do. It's no wonder everyone loves being around them.

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High performers are intentional about consuming positive information. They read inspirational books, listen to instructional podcasts, and surround themselves with good natured, successful, and happy people.

What do they do when dealing with obstacles? They honor the struggle and continue to bring the joy!

They ask themselves empowering questions that generate positive emotions. They set triggers to remind themselves to be positive and grateful. For example, every time they enter a room, they remind themselves to be the most joyful person in the room and to compliment someone else.

Strategy #3: Optimize Your Health High performers set themselves up for success. They sleep seven to eight hours every night, and they drink plenty of water (a minimum of half your body weight in ounces).

They also eat lots of greens and exercise every day.

I’ve never met a person that said they wish they had less energy.

I have heard people say they wish they had more. Try these strategies for a couple of weeks and watch your energy, emotions and attitude rise like the sun in the morning.

Remember, massive action leads to massive results! Y Master Shihan Craig Haley is the Seventh Degree Black Belt instructor at Elite Force Martial Arts, eliteforcemartialarts.com.

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BY MARTIN ZEVIN, ATTORNEY

THIS PAST YEAR, I HAVE BEEN BUSIER THAN EVER TALKING TO CLIENTS WHO ARE WORRIED ABOUT COVID19. THE IMPORTANT THING IS TO BE LEGALLY fully protected if you should become incapacitated or die.

If you need to be hospitalized in Florida, you must have a designation of health care surrogate and living

will with proper wording so there will be no problems.

Your surrogate will be able to make medical decisions for you if you are unable to communicate. Even if the hospital does not allow any visitors due to the pandemic, your surrogate will be able to talk to the doctors and make decisions on the phone or e-mail.

All your surrogate needs to do is e-mail or fax a copy of your document to the hospital. If there is no hope to save you, that surrogate would be authorized to "pull the plug" based on the living will. If you have

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these documents from another state, or older Florida documents, you should review with a Florida attorney.

The documents probably need to be redone.

The durable power of attorney is also extremely important to allow someone to take over your legal and financial affairs. The Florida law changed in 2011. If you have an old durable power of attorney, it should be redone. Our current document is 26 pages and covers everything allowable under the new law.

If you should die, your will or revocable living trust will determine who inherits your assets. The trust is important to consider if you own your home or other real estate because it avoids probate.

Probate can tie up your property for many months and prevent your heirs from selling without a court order. They would have to continue to pay taxes, maintenance, mortgage, utilities etc., in addition to thousands of dollars in attorney fees and court costs. A life estate deed is another option to consider to avoid probate. Your attorney can discuss the different options and the benefits of each one.

Even if you believe that all of your documents are fine, it makes sense to review them with a Florida estate planning attorney just to be sure.

In these unsettling times, putting your house in order can provide peace of mind. Once you have valid documents, hopefully, you won't need them. Yogi Berra used to say: "That's the insurance when you don't have it, that's when you need it."

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Develop Daily Routines THE IMPORTANCE OF STRUCTURE

BY DR. JILL SELBACH IN THE LAST YEAR, LIFE FOR ALL OF US HAS CHANGED. MANY ARE OUT OF WORK, OR WORK ENVIRONMENTS HAVE CHANGED. SCHOOL FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AT ALL LEVELS HAS changed drastically, and many are still attending remotely. All of these changes have caused a whole host of issues.

Loneliness and fear have led many to become anxious and depressed. We can go back to basics to get things back on track.

Remember when you were a child or when you were parenting young children? There was something very comforting that was provided to you as a child, or you provided for your child or children. Structure.

Structure is to give a pattern or organization to something and is so very important in our lives. Many of the people I see on a weekly basis are struggling due to the lack of structure in their lives. Structure provides us with comfort because we know what comes next. It enables us to be more productive and keep going in tough times; provides a sense of normalcy.

I spent ten years working at a shelter that served young people 21 years old and under. I learned so many things working with homeless, pushed out and runaway youth. These young people

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struggled with many emotional, economic, mental health and family issues. One of the fundamental pillars of the philosophy of this organization was structure. Providing people whose lives had become unmanageable with a daily routine brought them back to some semblance of normalcy. It gave them organization, an order to the hours ahead and a sense of control.

Creating a daily routine takes away the stress and anxiety of what to do next. We are creatures of habit, and our brains like repetition. Creating a chain of events for every day is extremely helpful to get your life back on track. U.S. Navy Adm. William H. McCraven gave a commencement speech that became very popular to graduates at the University of Texas. He spoke about the importance of starting the day by making your bed. I really liked this! I frequently talk to my patients about taking baby steps and breaking down a task into very small manageable pieces. Admiral McCraven "If you make your bed every morning, you will have accomplished the first task of the day," he said. "It will give you a small sense of pride, and it will encourage you to do another task, and another, and another. And by the end of the day, that one task completed will have turned into many tasks completed."

In any treatment setting to help people whose lives have left them feeling out of control, dysfunctional or addicted, structure is the basic component of treatment.

Retired four-star general and former U.S. Secretary of State, Colin Powell once gave a powerful TED Talk on the importance of instilling structure in children. The most successful people live their lives with structure. If you are feeling that life is unmanageable look at creating a daily structure or routine for yourself. Why not start by making the bed, waking at the same time daily and eating on a schedule. Set aside time each day to exercise, make phone calls and check emails. Assign a general time for each regular task such as cleaning and laundry. It really does make a difference in efficiency and a sense of control. Y Dr. Jill Selbach is a licensed clinical psychologist. For more information visit drjillselbach.com or call 954-618-8412.

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The Covid Vaccine EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ...

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BY JIM TERLIZZI

You've most likely heard of the Pfizer vaccine, which must be kept at a temperature of 9000 degrees below zero Fahrenheit. It is so cold; side effects include hypothermia and, in a few cases, "sympathetic snow blindness."

What you probably have not heard about are the new vaccines that will become available next month. I got this information through my connection in the World Health Organization (WHO).

(My second cousin's sister's boyfriend's uncle delivers bottled water to the group, which gives him access to the latest developments.)

A company called Vaccines “R” Us will debut its version on April 15. It will only be available to those who have not filed their income tax returns and owe the government money. The U.S Treasury wants to keep these people alive until they pay up.

Ralph's Independent Pharmaceutical Operations Fulfillment Firm (RIPOFF) has a unique vaccine. It is guaranteed 100 percent effective, but only if the shot is administered while crossing the equator aboard a tramp steamer registered in Liberia.

By the end of the month, you will be able to get your inoculation at Dollar Stores nationwide. You will find the vials in aisle 10. The shot will cost one-dollar. Unfortunately, it will require 722 doses 11 minutes apart.

The Oxford University vaccine has been approved for use in the United Kingdom and The United States. It is 70 percent effective. Side effects: 70 percent of those who take it will develop a British accent.

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Janssen is close to rolling out its “viral vector” vaccine. The good news? It only requires one dose.

The bad news? By contractual obligation, it can only be kept in a “Sub-Zero” refrigerator on the butter shelf.

(By the way, actress Famke Janssen will release her new film around the same time. This has nothing to do with this article, and Famke has nothing to do with the Janssen Company. Just thought you should know.)

The viral vector process uses adenovirus 26, which causes the common cold, but gene tinkering has disabled its ability to make you sick. How about giving us that shot to prevent colds?

India has its own version of vaccine, with 300,000,000 doses ready to go. The country may start shipping it here, as their citizens are reluctant to take it.

Reports have it that the Indian people are waiting for a vaccine made from a curry base.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has initiated a program called V-Safe, an after-vaccination health check to follow up with recipients after their shots. It is a smart-phone based app and uses text messaging, which means that millions of us senior citizens will have no idea how to use it.

The Indian Health Service (HIS) has a program for Native Americans to report adverse reactions to the injections. Forms will be available at ”Blackjack” tables in casinos across the country.

Finally, I wish someone would invent a vaccine for computer viruses. I don’t mind wearing a mask when I am on the internet, but social distancing from my desktop is a problem. Y

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Paper Planes

BY MRS. KOSSENFLOFFER Happy hour at home doesn’t have to be boring. Forget the chardonnay for a night and treat yourself to a paper plane. Reminiscent of a whiskey sour, this concoction packs a complex punch. But, what I truly love about this drink is that it is equal parts of all four components. So you pretty much only need to remember the ingredient list.

Paper Plane Makes two cocktails 1.5 ounces bourbon 1.5 ounces Aperol 1.5 ounces Amaro Nonino 1.5 ounces fresh lemon juice Fill a cocktail shaker three-quarters full with ice. Add all the ingredients.

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IT SEEMS THAT MORE AND MORE PEOPLE OF ALL AGES CARE ABOUT THE PURITY AND WHOLESOMENESS OF THE FOOD AND BEVERAGES THEY EAT AND DRINK AND HOW THEY’RE MADE. At least, I hope that’s true. If you’re one of these people, and you also like wine, this column about organically and sustainably made wine may be just for you.

Let me start by saying, when enjoyed responsibly, I don’t think we have to be terribly concerned about the contents or safety of most wines sold by reputable stores, wineries, or online retailers.

Nonetheless, you may be curious about wines labeled as having been made organically, sustainably or biodynamically. What are these wines exactly, and what differentiates them from conventionally produced wines? How do organic and sustainable wines differ? Do these wines taste better than conventional wines?

Are they healthier or more enjoyable? Do they cost more?

Unfortunately, the wine industry, including most retailers, hasn’t made it easy to answer some of these questions. For starters, if you peruse the wine shelves of your local wine store or supermarket, or shop for wine online, you may see some bottles that say “Organic” or “Made with Organic Grapes.” A handful might say "Sustainable" or perhaps "Biodynamic." You may see some American wines sporting the now familiar, green and white circle with the letters “USDA Organic” across the middle. You may see other organic or sustainable certification logos, as well, for wines made in other countries as

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well as the United States. In fact, in addition to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), there are more than a dozen organizations around the world, some formed by governments and others by growers and winemakers, that provide organic, biodynamic and other sustainability certifications or approvals, each with its own symbol.

Believe me, it takes some research to make sense of all this.

But, before explaining further, I’d like to clarify a couple of things.

These designations don't guarantee the quality or better taste.

Regardless of the agricultural or production methods used, high-quality fruit is the central ingredient required to make any tasty, high-quality wine. As with conventionally made wines, poor quality organically grown grapes will not make great wine. So there are very good and highly enjoyable wines in both categories, and many not so good wines, as well. Such factors as vintage and producer reputation are as important to bear in mind when considering buying organic or sustainable wines as they are when buying conventionally made wines. I like to think people choose organic or sustainable wines with an expectation of enjoyment and the promise of greater purity and the satisfaction of drinking wine made responsibly and in ways that respect and maintain the environment. That said, you might very well find some particular organic or sustainable wines you enjoy a lot more, simply because you know the grapes were grown without using >>>

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Organic Wine: What is it?

What constitutes organic wine varies from country to country, but basically, wine is organic if it’s made with organically grown grapes using organic winemaking methods. In the United States, strict federal laws and regulations govern what foods and beverages can be considered organic and, by extension, which products can display the “USDA Organics” logo. The rules are sometimes a bit less stringent in other countries. Specifically, wine is organic when the grapes used have been grown without artificial fertilizers, insecticides, and other non-organic soil or plant treatments. In addition to the grapes, all

other ingredients used in winemaking must be organic such as ambient or wild yeasts for fermentation, and also non-GMO. There can be no non-organic additives, such as artificial flavorings, coloring, manufactured tartaric acid, and other synthetically derived chemicals. In the U.S. and Canada, this includes added sulfites, or sulfur dioxide. All wines contain some sulfites, since low levels of sulfites are a natural byproduct of the winemaking process.

Without additional sulfites, low organic wine sulfite levels are an important consideration when buying North American-made organic wines. Sulfur dioxide is the best available preservative for keeping wine from oxidizing prematurely, but only at sufficient levels. U.S. and Canadian organic wine standards prohibit sulfite levels exceeding 35 parts per million, about the level naturally produced when making wine. However, that's usually not enough to give wine a long shelf life or multiyear aging potential. So when you buy certified American organic wines, take care to store them in a cool place and drink them relatively soon after purchase or the vintage date. They may spoil otherwise.

Other countries’ organic certifications, such as the

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European Union’s "E.U. Organic,” typically permit organic wine sulfite levels (both natural and added) of up to 100 parts per million for red wines and 150 parts for whites and rosés.

Most reds seem to average 50-75, and most whites and rosés exceed 100. (Yes, white wines usually have more sulfites than red wines.) The industry claims the added sulfites pose few if any health risks, except to a tiny percentage of the population who are allergic or sensitive to sulfur products. They also don’t affect wine taste or quality other than obviously preserving these attributes over time.

What about wines marked, “Made with Organic Grapes”?

For domestic wines, this is a USDA designation that means the grapes used to make these wines met organic agricultural standards. These wines must generally meet organic winemaking standards, except that these wines may include added sulfites up to 100 parts. Many outstanding wines fit this category.

What are Sustainable Wines Sustainable wines are made according to specific sound agricultural, environmental risk mitigation, and winemaking practices that respect and maintain vineyard and surrounding ecosystems and contribute to wine quality and purity. “Sustainable” vineyards and winemakers adhere, for example, to standards or principles governing responsible soil conservation, water and energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, community relations, and treatment of employees. In many countries, there are organizations formed by growers and winemakers that set and promote these standards and award sustainable wine certifications. One of the largest is the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (http://www.sustainablewinegrowing.org). It has over 2,200 members, including many of the state’s most prominent and prestigious vineyards and producers. Some others are listed in the sidebar. Their websites usually provide the names of member vineyards and winemakers.

It’s important to appreciate that not every organic wine is sustainable and not every sustainable wine is organic, although many are both, particularly in countries where

Sustainable Wine Organizations Here are some other organizations that certify sustainable wines. There are several more based in Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Argentina and Chile.

• Sustainability in Practice (SIP): sipcertification.org • LIVE: livecertified.org • Napa Green: napagreen.org • SalmonSafe: salmonsafe.org • International ISO 14001 Standard: iso.org/iso-14001-environmental-management.html

organic wines may have higher sulfite levels. In the United States, for example, many sustainable wines may be fully organic except that sulfites were added to lengthen shelf life or enable them to improve with age. Others may have been made more conventionally. The wine bottle’s back label might give specifics, or you can check the producer’s or distributor’s website for details.

Biodynamic Wines Biodynamic agriculture predates current sustainable or holistic wine practices, having been initially developed in the early 20th century by Austrian philosopher, social reformer and architect, Rudolf Steiner. Steiner saw human beings and their surroundings as interconnected both practically and spiritually. He developed biodynamics as a way to merge science and spirituality to create self-sustaining ecosystems. Today biodynamic winemaking continues to incorporate highly specific practices, for instance, for composting soil and using lunar cycles and the astrological calendar to time vineyard cultivation and harvesting activities.

The result is fruit and wine that generally qualify as organic today. However, under the rules of the two biodynamic wine certification organizations, Demeter (demeter-USA.org) and Biodyvin (biodyvin. com), higher sulfite levels are permitted as with other sustainably made wines.

So that’s organic and sustainable wines in nutshell.

A couple of questions remain. Do these wines cost more than conventionally made wines? Generally no. As with conventionally produced wines, key drivers of an organic wine’s price relative to other wines are its grapes’ cost and the wine’s demand, popularity and prestige. Are they healthier? Perhaps, but let’s remember that all wine contains alcohol.

Wine should be enjoyed safely—or not at all—and definitely in moderation. If the wine you’re drinking is not organic or made to sustainability standards, there's the possibility, especially if it's been massproduced, that something you might object to in other food products was used or done to make the wine. Synthesized fertilizers and insecticides to grow or additional flavorings and chemicals to alter the color or taste may have been added.

You’ll need to be your own judge, based on what you can learn and trust about the wines you drink.

Bear in mind, though, that most people involved in making premium artisan (as opposed to inexpensive mass-produced) wines care deeply about wine quality and purity. Whether using sustainable or conventional means, such growers and winemakers go to great lengths to ensure their ability to make the best wine possible year after year. Y

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STATE REP. CHIP LAMARCA HAS INTRODUCED A FLORIDA HOUSE BILL TO CREATE AN OFFICE OF RESILIENCY AND SEA LEVEL RISE TASK FORCE TO ADDRESS ISSUES OF CLIMATE CHANGE

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“The Everglades is a test.

If we pass, we get to keep the planet.”

— Joe Podgor, Former Executive Director, Friends of the Everglades

In January, former Lighthouse Point city commissioner and current state representative Chip LaMarca introduced a Florida house bill — HB 315 — that, if passed, will create a statewide Office of Resiliency, housed within the Executive of the Governor, to lead the charge on the state’s climate change response strategies.

HB 315 is the companion bill to Senate Bill 514 [SB 514] filed by Sen. Ray Rodrigues (R-Estero). Under the Office of Resiliency, HB 315 & SB 514 will also establish a nine-member Sea Level Rise Task Force to scientifically assess the potential damages of sea level rise and suggest efforts to combat its effects along the state’s 1,350 miles of coastline.

HB315 is currently working its way through the appropriate house committees. If passed, the bill will go into effect on July 1. The appointed Chief Resilience Officer is then tasked with convening the Task Force by no later than Oct. 1, 2021. By Jan. 1 of 2022, the task force will submit its sea level rise projections to the Environmental Regulation Commission. If the task force’s projections are adopted by the Environmental Regulation Commission, they will serve as the state’s official estimate of sealevel rise and flooding impacts to develop future state plans and programs.

If the bill passes, the Sea Level Rise Task Force will be made up of: • The Chief Resilience Officer of the Dept. of Environmental Protection (Chair) • The Chief Science Officer of the Dept. of Environmental Protection (Vice Chair) • One member appointed by the President of the Senate • One member appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives • One member from the Dept. of Transportation • One member from the Division of Emergency Management • One member from the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission • One member from the Dept. of Economic Opportunity

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“The Everglades have been called ‘the most endangered national park in the nation.’ Water management systems for flood control, agriculture, and urban water supplies have dramatically altered freshwater flow through the River of Grass, with repercussions throughout the ecosystem…The reduced water flow has allowed saltwater to penetrate inland, contaminating freshwater aquifers, and agricultural runoff has polluted the water with phosphorus and other excess nutrients. With less freshwater flowing into Florida Bay, the bay has become saltier. The increasing salinity affects life in the bay and may harm coral reefs near the cuts where bay water flows to the ocean through the Florida Keys.” — From a case study published by the National Environmental Protection Agency on MiamiDade.gov

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“Approved by Congress in 2000, the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) encompassed 68 components to be completed in 20 to 30 years at a cost of $7.8 billion. The plan includes constructing reservoirs, removing levees, filling canals and building structures like the S-333N. The aim was to restore something like the natural flow of water in what’s left of the Everglades while assuring water supply and flood protection for about a third of Floridians…

Meanwhile, the Corps’ recent Everglades health report card grades the ecosystem a 45 (“fair”) on a zero to 100 scale.

‘The one-line conclusion from that report is the Everglades ecosystem is struggling even after 20 years,’ says Bill Nuttle, an environmental consultant with the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science. He adds, ‘if we don’t keep the environment running, South Florida is toast.’”

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Rep. LaMarca said HB 315 was a logical extension of Gov. DeSantis’s 2019 appointment of a Chief Resilience Officer (CRO). Florida was only the third, and the largest state (joining Rhode Island and Oregon), to designate resilience offices with clear executives that report directly to the governor.

“Gov. DeSantis clearly has his heart in the right place for the state of Florida.

Environmental issues are important to him. They’re important to us. They should be important to everyone in Florida,” said LaMarca. “But there can, and will be a day, when Gov. DeSantis is not the governor.

And whether it is two years, or four years, we wanted to codify the issue in statue, and also create the position of the Chief Science Officer.”

Who will serve as Florida’s CRO going forward, is still unclear. In August of 2019, Gov. DeSantis appointed Dr. Julia Nesheiwat as Florida’s first CRO. Less than sixth months later, Nesheiwat accepted a position under President Donald Trump as a Homeland Security Adviser. Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Noah Valenstein agreed to serve as an interim CRO, taking on dual roles, but lawmakers and activists have been eager for an independent resiliency chief to be named.

“We don’t have any idea who that [the CRO] will be right now. The obvious person, who is serving as the current Chief Resiliency Officer, is also the department of environmental protection secretary, Noah Valenstein. He is doing a great job, but clearly has a lot on his hands.”

LaMarca said he is confident HB 315 will pass. Last year, however, Florida senators passed a bill that would have created a Statewide Office of Resiliency under the Governor’s purview, but that bill floundered in the House at the end of the Session. The public can track HB 315’s progress through the house by visiting MyFloridaHouse.gov.

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According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Florida’s mangroves are a critical resource threatened by climate change: “Rapid sea level rise could harm low-lying mangrove communities, affecting the many important environmental functions they provide. Mangrove communities filter out pollution, stabilize sediments, and hold nutrients—all functions that help to protect the shoreline from coastal erosion. Florida’s mangrove forests also provide food, nesting, and nursery areas for many animals—including more than 220 fish species, 24 reptile and amphibian species, 18 mammal species, and 181 bird species…Some researchers believe that mangroves can withstand a sea level rise of only four to five inches per century— considerably less than that projected for the next 100 years.” — From a case study published by the National Environmental Protection Agency on MiamiDade.gov

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According to a 2017 report published by NOAA, “Flooding has increased by an average of 233 percent in the last 20 years. Although the sea level has risen by 6.5 inches since 1950, nearly half of it (3 inches) has occurred in just the last 20 years.”

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Chip LaMarca

Interview with State Rep. LaMarca If the bill passes, Rep. LaMarca said he hopes he will have the privilege to be appointed as the one member of the House of Representatives to sit on the Sea Level Rise Task Force. As a potential Task Force appointee, Lighthouse Point magazine interviewed LaMarca about issues pertaining to climate change. Below are some highlights from the interview: [Some responses have been edited for length and clarity.]

Coral Reefs “The largest living coral reef in the contiguous United States lies seaward of the Florida Keys. This coral ecosystem is more than 130 miles in length, making it the third largest coral reef tract in the world. Extending south from Miami to the Dry Tortugas, the reefs are home to more than 5,500 marine species. The reefs also act as a natural buffer to protect the Keys against catastrophic storm surges from hurricanes.Climate change could threaten the reef through warmer ocean temperatures, changes in the salinity of water from Florida Bay, and increases in the water’s sediment load from coastal erosion. Corals worldwide can tolerate temperatures only a few degrees higher than normal high temperatures for their particular region. As a result, global warming could exacerbate a phenomenon known as ‘coral bleaching.’” — From a case study published by the National Environmental Protection Agency on MiamiDade.gov

Q. There has been an obvious shift in tone about issues regarding climate change, especially compared to Gov. Rick Scott’s time in office. How do you account for the tone change?

A. “I would blame the initial tone on putting politics before policy and environmental issues…I had an interview with Public Radio and the questions were all about the Paris Climate Accord. I said, well the bigger issue here is politicizing something that shouldn’t be politicized at all. And that’s science.

“Whether it’s the pandemic or the environmental changes that we are experiencing and dealing with, we’ve got to come up with common sense solutions and deal with them on that level. I think the answer to your question is that Gov. DeSantis kind of jumped in with both feet and said, ‘Well I’m not gonna be owned by one side of this argument or the other, or donors on one side or another.’ He just said ‘Look this is important for the longterm of Florida.’…

“We did coastal management and some other environmental bills that we’ve gotten done over the last couple of years.

I know my fellow elected republicans in the Florida House — people like Rep. Toby Overdorf and Rep. Lawrence McClure — and other folks that are very interested in the environment — they’ve actually earned a living and worked in that world.

So there’s certainly not an issue of deniers or believers anymore. I think that that stuff is behind us…

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Owners of the Beach House have plans to open a Mexican restaurant.

Brimstone Restaurant Group, which opened the Beach House restaurant in the Pompano Beach Fishing Village in 2018, now has plans to open a Mexican restaurant across the street. The restaurant would occupy a currently vacant parcel, known as Parcel R3, at 250 N. Pompano Beach Boulevard.

The parcel is located on the southeast corner of the Pompano Beach Fishing Village site, west of the pier.

Last November, Brimstone Restaurant Group signed a lease for Parcel R3 with PPA, LLC, an affiliate of Pompano Pier Associates, the developer of the Pompano Beach Fishing Village. The restaurant plans are currently going through the City’s review process.

The restaurant would be in a one-story building with roughly 6,500 square feet of interior space and a 2,500-square-foot patio. There would be two full bars — one inside, one outside. The outside would have a small fireplace. A 40-seat private dining room would be available for parties and other events.

The restaurant, which has not yet been officially named, would be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week.

“It’s not going to be a traditional Mexican

restaurant,” said Andy Fox, operating partner of Brimstone Restaurant Group. “It’s going to be a scratch-made kitchen serving a lot of fresh seafood with a Mexican flair.”

The menu will also feature tacos, pizzas, quesadillas, fajitas and fresh-made guacamole.

“We will make everything in-house,” said Fox. “We’ll cut our own fish, and our own steaks.”

The goal is to have about 10 beers and seven wines on tap. Margaritas would also be on tap, with sour mix made with freshly-squeezed juices.

Breakfast options include huevos rancheros and eggs Benedict with a Mexican twist, “but you’ll also be able to get bacon and eggs with toast,” said Fox. “There’s always a lot of beach traffic early in the morning, so we knew we wanted to do some breakfast there,” said Fox. The plan is to have garage doors — like the ones at the Beach House — on the east side of the restaurant, facing the beach, so in nice weather the interior space can be made

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It is a challenging time for us to be opening a store.

But we’re excited about it, and we feel that we can offer a safe environment for our neighbors and friends to come in and have a fun outing while they’re at the Fishing Village.

Everybody needs a glimmer of fun in their lives right now. —Jody Kotzen

BELOW rendering of the new Hilton planned for the Pompano Beach Fishing Village

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open-air. The patio would be at the restaurant’s south end, with a straight view of the ocean.

Parking for the restaurant would be in the Pier Parking Garage.

According to current plans, the height of the restaurant building would be 23 feet 8 inches.

New York-based Lovin’ Oven Catering had plans to build a catering hall and event facility on Parcel R3, but those plans were canceled last year. Members of the community had expressed concern about traffic, parking and the height of the proposed building, which was higher than they had anticipated – 41 feet 10 inches to the roof deck, and 55 feet to the top of the stairwell and elevator tower.

“We want to be a good neighbor,” said Fox. “We’ve gone out of our way to make sure we don’t block any condo or hotel views.”

Parcel R3 is the last parcel in the Fishing Village that has yet to be filled.

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had always wanted to do a Mexican concept on the parcel because Jeffrey R. Anderson — who along with his sons J.R. Anderson and Anders Anderson founded Brimstone Restaurant Group — was one of the original people behind Chi-Chi’s Mexican Restaurants, and was the largest franchisee of ChiChi’s on the east coast of the United States.

“We were interested in that spot from the beginning,” said Fox. “Once it became available again after the deal for the catering facility fell through, we jumped on it.”

In addition to the Beach House, Brimstone Restaurant Group also owns Brimstone Woodfire Grill in Doral and Pembroke Pines.

The Pompano Beach Fishing Village development includes the Beach House and Oceanic restaurants, Lucky Fish Beach Bar and Grill, Alvin’s Island and the Pier Parking Garage. Still under construction are BurgerFi, Kilwins, Cannoli Kitchen and a dualbranded Hilton hotel.

LEFT rendering of the new Tru hotel planned for the Pompano Beach Fishing Village

The Hilton, BurgerFi, Kilwins and Cannoli Kitchen will be opening soon.

After various delays — some related to permitting and COVID-19 – construction of four new businesses in the Pompano Beach Fishing Village will be completed soon. The 5-story dual-branded Hilton hotel (Hilton Home2Suites and Tru by Hilton), located south of the Pier Parking Garage, is expected to open by the beginning of April, according to the developer Aashish Patel of the Fort Myers-based Madhav Group.

Currently, all the interior and exterior finishing work is being done, such as the carpet, tile, painting, installation of cabinets, landscaping, outside paver work and signage.

Patel said the COVID-19 pandemic delayed the opening by about three months because it was difficult to procure furniture, fixtures and equipment, and during construction, there were fewer workers.

“We’re looking forward to the hotel opening,” said Patel. “For the businesses that are open and are about to open, we really hope to be a good complement and to help bring a lot more people to the Fishing Village.”

The new BurgerFi restaurant expects to open in early April. The interior buildout and the outside dressings of the building are being completed.

The BurgerFi in the Pompano Beach Fishing Village is locally owned and operated by franchisee Foiled By The Burger, LLC. “It’s been a really long time coming, but we’re so excited that it’s finally getting closer,” said Kevin Koury, managing owner of Foiled By The Burger. “We

can’t wait to serve the community and be a part of Pompano Beach moving forward.”

Cannoli Kitchen expects to open its doors the first week of April, according to Christiana Kavadas, one of the owners. The buildout of the restaurant’s interior is in progress. Kavadas is also one of the owners of the original Cannoli Kitchen that opened 26 years ago at 2001 N. Federal Highway in Boca Raton.

“We are eager to open,” said Kavadas. “I’m excited to bring a variety of pizzas and Italian favorites to the residents of Pompano, served in a fast and friendly environment.”

Kilwins, specializing in confections such as chocolates, ice cream and fudge, is also busy with its interior buildout but is aiming for an opening on March 1, 2021.

The Kilwins in the Pompano Beach Fishing Village is owned and operated by South African-born Sean and Jody Kotzen of Pompano Beach.

“It is a challenging time for us to be opening a store,” said Jody Kotzen, “but we’re excited about it, and we feel that we can offer a safe environment for our neighbors and friends to come in and have a fun outing while they’re at the Fishing Village. Everybody needs a glimmer of fun in their lives right now.”

The two most recent openings in the Pompano Beach Fishing Village are Alvin’s Island (August 2020), a two-story beach goods store that also offers a vast array of Pompano Beach souvenirs, and Lucky Fish Beach Bar and Grill (July 2020), located right on the beach, just south of the pier. The Beach House opened in 2018, and Oceanic in 2019. Y MARCH 2021 • pointpubs.com

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So while this crisis is extremely challenging for so many, the restaurant industry was hit hard and early. If you are fortunate enough to be able to order lunch or dinner, please consider doing so. Not only will you enjoy a tasty treat, but you’ll also be helping out local businesses. So go ahead. Make someone’s day.

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Lighthouse Point Marina, the Nauti Dawg is a local favorite.

Start with the tuna wontons—crispy fried wonton wrappers topped with tuna tartare, seaweed salad, red pepper mayo, wasabi and a hit of sriracha. You can’t go wrong with the fresh fish sandwich—ask what the catch of the day is. All sandwiches come with a side and, while French fries are always a delicious option, the restaurant offers a tangy cucumber salad (among other choices) that provides a nice crunch to any sandwich. They are a dog-friendly restaurant. 2830 NE 29th Ave. (at the Lighthouse Point Marina), 954-941-0246 $$

Papa’s Raw Bar. SUSHI • SEAFOOD While the fresh food is the real star, the Keys-inspired decor certainly accounts for part of their charm. The menu goes way beyond typical raw bar offerings with inventive tacos and sliders. Papa’s also offers 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

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DEERFIELD BEACH Baja Cafe. MEXICAN A long established local favorite for an authentic Mexican dinner or just drinks. They are known for their margarita’s as well as entrées including their bandito honey bean burritos and their many taco options. You’ll also enjoy their fresh endless chips served with two types of salsa.

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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.

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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 $$ Chanson at the Royal Blues Hotel. SEAFOOD • SEASONAL

Chanson offers fine dining with an ocean view. 45 NE 21st Ave., 954-857-2929. $$$$

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. Classic steakhouse-sides like creamed spinach are also available. 1576 SE Third Court, 954-427-5354 $$$

Little Havana. CUBAN Little Havana has fantastic lunch spe-

cials and most of their dinner plates will feed two. Their masas de puerco frita and their Little Havana steak are two of the stand-out menu items, aside from their zesty chimichurri.

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Taj. INDIAN This unassuming eatery in the Cove Shopping center has been quietly chugging along for years. The restaurant serves various Indian favorites, including tandoori breads, biryani, lamb specialties, and plenty of vegetarian options. The saag paneer, which is the Indian version of creamed spinach, goes well with anything on the menu. And Popeye would be proud.201 SE 15th Terrace, 954-427-0423 $$ Tijuana Taxi Co. MEXICAN Perhaps it’s the all day happy hour (Mon.-Fri., 11am-7pm) with $5 El Jimador margaritas, but as soon as you enter, the weight of the day lifts off your shoulders. The atmosphere is friendly and fun all around.

There is outdoor patio seating available and a large U-shaped bar inside. The portions are generous — certainly enough for a doggie bag. We enjoyed the spicy shrimp tacos — soft flour tortillas filled with Cajun-grilled shrimp in a spicy chile lime sauce, topped with cilantro slaw, avocado and pico de gallo.

The menu has a lot more than tacos — there’s all the Mexican favorites plus burgers, sandwiches, steaks and more. And for the little ones there is kids night on Sunday: kids eat for 99 cents from the $4.99 kids menu. 1015 S. Federal Highway, 954708-2775 $$ 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 $$

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., 954-782-0100 $$ Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza. ITALIAN • PIZZA • WINGS You can credit this place with bringing the whole “coal-fired pizza craze” to South Florida. Pizza and chicken wings — do you need any more? Try the cauliflower pizza — good and good for you. 1203 S. Federal Highway, 954-942-5550 $$ The Beach Grille. AMERICAN Delicious eats near the beach with the capability to order online. 3414 E Atlantic Blvd., 954946-6000 $

Luigi di Roma. ITALIAN The atmosphere is always lively at Luigi di Roma — mainly if you arrive during happy hour!

Naturally, you will find all your favorite Italian dishes on the menu, with everything from eggplant Parmesan to shrimp scampi and everything in between. You can also order takeout online. 718 S. Federal Highway, 954-531-6151 $$-$$$

Beach House. AMERICAN • CRAFT COCKTAILS This is the perfect 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 $$

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

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

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. This casual spot at the Wyndham serves casual fare. 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

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Dining Out Briny Irish Pub. IRISH • BAR FOOD At the end of East Atlantic

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

3440 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-3159 $

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, 954785-2227 $ 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. On any given day, look around and you’ll see fellow diners devouring their house special cutter (sandwich) — sautéed shrimp with garlic butter, mushrooms and cheddar all stuffed into a hollowed-out kaiser roll. Check out the special board for a variety of locally caught fish with everything from grouper to snapper to wahoo among others. Plenty of land-lubber options are also available including filet mignon. For island comfort food, don’t miss one of their curries or rotis. Fresh oysters and clams are also available. Wash it all down with a draft beer, a glass of wine or choose from over 40 different bottled beers.

So, if you are in search of high-quality ingredients, inventive cooking and a very welcoming staff, head over to Calypso. 460 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-1633 $$ Casareccio Trattoria Italiana. ITALIAN Wow! What a find.

This small but impressive Italian eatery is delightful. We can’t really tell you what to try because the menu changes daily.

However, we are willing to bet you will fall in love with this place which feels like it just plopped into Pompano straight from the hills of Tuscany. Reservations are highly recommended. Also, call ahead to see what they are serving. 1386 S.Federal Highway, 954-998-3642 $$$-$$$$ Checkers Old Munchen. GERMAN When you’re looking for

a change in your restaurant rotation, take a trip back to the old country at Checkers Old Munchen. The restaurant’s exposed wood framing is reminiscent of the German half-timbered architectural style and the walls are lined with classic German beer steins. For a traditional German meal, try the wiener schnitzel — it’s divine — a lightly breaded veal cutlet sautéed in lemon butter and topped with homemade brown gravy. The spaetzle (German noodles) are a real homemade treat and not to be missed — throw a little of that brown gravy on them and they could be a meal unto themselves. The red cabbage is both classically sweet and sour and there are other side options too including potato dumplings, potato salad and even hot potato salad. As you look around, you can’t help but get the feeling that most of the patrons are returning customers. And the next time we get a hankering for some schnitzel, we know where to go. Imbibe to your hearts content with their wide assortment of German beers. 2209 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-7565 $$

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

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

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Cypress Nook. GERMAN This place has been in business for

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

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. Their specialty is a Scotch egg which is a soft boiled egg wrapped in homemade sausage and then fried until crispy on the outside. But back to the brewery — 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, 954-657-8676 $-$$

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 dining 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 on this menu to choose from too, and of course, many variations on naan — Indian flatbread.

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. The restaurant also has a full menu of Italian favorites. 1915 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-953-6771 $$

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

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

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

standout here —served street style — which translates into fresh ingredients prepared with love and care. Start with some chips and guacamole. For some authentic and tasty Mexican, head over to Eric’s and thank us later. 625 E Atlantic Blvd., 754-215-6103 $$

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

The Foundry. AMERICAN • CONTINENTAL Seating options ga-

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

Galuppi’s. AMERICAN What could be more entertaining than watching golfers swing and blimps ascend as you sip a drink at an outdoor bar? 1103 N. Federal Highway, 954-785-0226 $ Gianni’s Italian Restaurant. ITALIAN Enjoy traditional Ital-

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

the romaine salad with the blue cheese. 1601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-1733 $$

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

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

The Gyro Joint. MIDDLE EASTERN Eat in or carry out. It’s all Greek to me. 165 S. Cypress Road, 954-946-9199 $ Houston’s. AMERICAN Enjoy this contemporary eatery for lunch or dinner. Outdoor bar and seating on the Intracoastal available. 2821 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-9499 $$$ J Mark’s. AMERICAN A relaxing, modern restaurant and bar

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

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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. The restaurant has a comprehensive sushi menu, but this is definitely a place to order outside of your comfort zone. After all, isn’t sushi the new pizza? 143 SW Sixth St., 954-532-4567 $$

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 $$$-$$$$ La Veranda. ITALIAN The atmosphere is elegant, yet comfort-

able and warm. Inside or out, one can enjoy a truly special evening in the Tuscany-inspired surroundings. Be it drinks from their full bar, a bottle from the copious wine selection or naturally the Italian food, everything is served perfectly. Expect to be delighted. There is a big selection of pasta, entrées and traditional dishes, with new favorites to be discovered that the wait staff will happily explain. You can taste the love in their homemade desserts. If you’re looking to celebrate or simply treat yourself to an evening of 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 top-notch people watching all with an ocean view. A meal or drink at Lucky’s is a laid back dining experience — which might just be what the doctor ordered. The menu includes classic snack foods like coconut shrimp and fish dip to tuna poke nachos. There’s also salads, sandwiches and smash burgers. You can also order to go for a picnic on the beach.

222 N Pompano Beach Blvd. $

Miami Masala. INDIAN Enjoy classic Indian dishes as well

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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 for lunch and dinner. The menu includes a range of Mediterranean favorites from kebobs to gyros and more.

They offer lunch specials ranging in price form $9-11 and family-style platters for six people served with appetizers, salads, kebobs, rice and vegetables for $115. 3428 E. Atlantic Blvd, 954-933-2003 $$

Nikki’s Greek Kitchen. CONTINENTAL Enjoy salads and entrées 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) 954-401-3131 $$-$$$ 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. For meat lovers, the baby back ribs were melting off the bone and there was enough for a doggy bag. 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. Their hours are Sunday, 10am-10pm; Monday-Thursday, 11:30am10pm; Friday 11:30am-11pm; Saturday, 10am-11pm, 250 N. Pompano Beach Blvd., 954-366-3768

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 $$

Spanx the Hog BBQ. BARBECUE Spanx uses natural ingredients and offers dine in, take out, and custom catering. 147 S. Cypress Road. 954-590-8342 $

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

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Take Sushi. JAPANESE • SUSHI Fresh, authentic Japanese fair delivered to your door? Yes, please. 2714 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954785-2442 $$ 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 $$$

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

named Grandma’s Pizza — you must order it. And trust us, you won’t regret it. There is family tradition baked into every bite. 2780 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-784-7110 $$

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

Valentino’s Italian Cuisine. ITALIAN • PIZZA An abundance of Italian fare served for lunch or dinner. If you can’t make it over to dine in, fret not, they offer free delivery. 427 S. Federal Highway, 954-545-4881 $$

Ruby’s by the Sea. ITALIAN Tucked away in a small strip mall

Wings N’ Things. WINGS • BARBECUE It doesn’t look like much from the outside but it’s worth trying. 150 S. Sixth St., 954-7819464 $

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near the Hillsboro inlet is Ruby’s serving classic Italian fare.

2608 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-785-7700 $$

Rusty Hook Tavern. AMERICAN Located on the Pompano

Intracoastal, sit inside or outside, just keep in mind that the word tavern means a local place to gather around the table.

125 N. Riverside Drive, 954-941-2499 $$

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. Diners can choose to sit at the sushi bar or they can enjoy hibachi style dining. The restaurant has a comprehensive cocktail menu as well with 20 different kinds of martinis. 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. 125 N. Riverside Drive, 954-942-9100 $$

Seaside Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Enjoy a view of the Atlantic while enjoying fresh seafood and an iced cold cocktail.

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Zuccarelli. ITALIAN • PIZZA This place is more than just a pizza joint. From eggplant Parmesan to shrimp fra diavolo, you will leave quite satisfied. The portions are generous and come with a fresh house salad. Bring your breath mints because their warm garlic rolls are on point. 1340 N. Federal Highway, 954-941-1261 $

Fast & Casual LIGHTHOUSE POINT Fast & Casual Burger Fi. BURGERS Everything at Burger Fi is cooked to order. 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 $ Legends Tavern and Grille. AMERICAN With three locations,

they must be doing something right. 3128 N Federal Highway, 754-220-8932 $-$$

Packy’s Sports Pub. SPORTS BAR If you are looking for a

local spot to watch the game, Packy’s always seems to pack them in. 4480 N. Federal Highway, 954-657-8423 $

Deerfield Beach Fast & Casual Biondo’s Pizza. PIZZA • SUBS Dine-in or take-out available.

For something other than pizza, try the stromboli or the wings. 606 S. Federal Highway, 954-427-7754 $-$$

Blue Ocean Poke. POKE Digital video walls and custom wood

furniture create a modern-coastal atmosphere. The menu was created by chef Dean James Max, enhancing the traditional poke cuisine with creative toppings and hand-crafted sauces. Open from 9am-9pm daily, 8pm on Sunday. 250 S. Federal Highway, 954-708-2060 $

Bob’s Pizza. PIZZA • ITALIAN Pizza served remarkably close

to the Beach — as if pizza could be get any better. 2076 NE Second St., 954-426-1030 $

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 $-$$

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

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Gelateria. GELATO Offering more than 26 flavors of gelato.

Open daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 694428-2850 $ Michael’s Pizzeria. PIZZA Closed Mondays 1645 SE Third Court, Deerfield Beach, 954-426-1515 $ Nick’s Pizza. PIZZA Nick’s family moved from the Bronx to Deerfield Beach 13 years ago and opened Nick’s Pizza. The restaurant offers an extensive Italian catering menu, delivery and New York Style pizza. 137 NE Second Ave., 954-421-6700. $-$$

The Pickle Barrel. DELICATESSEN Get in touch with your inner New Yorker at this old style deli complete with friendly guys behind the counter filling your sandwich with enough pastrami to feed a family. 33 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-427-0650 $ Olympia Flame. DINER With a traditionally huge diner

menu, you can’t go wrong at the Olympia Flame. For a real treat, try the turkey pot pie. The friendly staff makes you feel like a regular — even if you aren’t — but you should be. 80 S. Federal Highway, 954-480-8402 $

Pizza Piez. ITALIAN Yes, they have pizza plus salads, chicken tenders and more. 614 SE 10th St., 754-212-2396 $

The Sticky Bun. DELI • BAKERY • Brunch Everyone will find

Caribbean-inspired fresh fish and seafood cuisine in a casual ambiance.

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something to munch on, whether it be their flourless chocolate cake or a short rib panini with fontina cheese and pickled red onions… yum. We’re still dreaming about the BLT. 1619 SE Third Court, 754-212-5569 $

Tropical Grill Island Cuisine. CARIBBEAN Don’t be fooled by the counter service at this beachside eatery where the offerings range from escovitch snapper to shrimp curry. Grab a table outside for people watching. Meal prices range from $11-$25. 241 N. Ocean Drive, 754-227-5055. $$ Umberto’s. PIZZA Family tradition baked into every bite. Try Grandma’s pizza, square pizza with fresh tomato and basil and of course, mozzarella. 233 N. 21st Ave., 954-421-7200 $-$$

DEERFIELD BEACH Fast & Casual Biondo’s Pizza. PIZZA • SUBS Dine-in or take-out available.

For something other than pizza, try the stromboli or the wings. 606 S. Federal Highway, 954-427-7754 $-$$

Dine in or take out 5:00pm Wed. - Sat.

Blue Ocean Poke. POKE Digital video walls and custom wood

furniture create a modern-coastal atmosphere. The menu was created by chef Dean James Max, enhancing the traditional poke cuisine with creative toppings and hand-crafted sauces. Open from 9am-9pm daily, 8pm on Sunday. 250 S. Federal Highway, 954-708-2060 $

Bob’s Pizza. PIZZA • ITALIAN Pizza served remarkably close to the Beach — as if pizza could be get any better. 2076 NE Second St., 954-426-1030 $

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Burger Craze. BURGERS Top quality ingredients come together to create unique taste sensations. Enjoy juicy burgers, hot dogs, wings and more. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596- 5949 $-$$ Charm City. BURGERS Try the emperor — an American kobe beef patty with aged Swiss, truffled aioli and sautéed mushrooms — a burger fit for a king. 1136 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954531-0300 $$ El Jefe. MEXICAN For a truly inventive take on Mexican street

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Gelateria. GELATO Offering more than 26 flavors of gelato.

Open daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 694428-2850 $ Michael’s Pizzeria. PIZZA Closed Mondays 1645 SE Third Court, Deerfield Beach, 954-426-1515 $

Nick’s Pizza. PIZZA Nick’s family moved from the Bronx to

Deerfield Beach 13 years ago and opened Nick’s Pizza. The restaurant offers an extensive Italian catering menu, delivery and New York Style pizza. 137 NE Second Ave., 954-421-6700. $-$$

The Pickle Barrel. DELICATESSEN Get in touch with your inner New Yorker at this old style deli complete with friendly guys behind the counter filling your sandwich with enough pastrami to feed a family. 33 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-427-0650 $ Olympia Flame. DINER With a traditionally huge diner

menu, you can’t go wrong at the Olympia Flame. For a real treat, try the turkey pot pie. The friendly staff makes you feel like a regular — even if you aren’t — but you should be. 80 S. Federal Highway, 954-480-8402 $

Family Owned & Operated Pizza Piez. ITALIAN Yes, they have pizza plus salads, chicken tenders and more. 614 SE 10th St., 754-212-2396 $

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something to munch on, whether it be their flourless chocolate cake or a short rib panini with fontina cheese and pickled red onions… yum. We’re still dreaming about the BLT. 1619 SE Third Court, 754-212-5569 $

Tropical Grill Island Cuisine. CARIBBEAN Don’t be fooled by the counter service at this beachside eatery where the offerings range from escovitch snapper to shrimp curry. Grab a table outside for people watching. Meal prices range from $11-$25. 241 N. Ocean Drive, 754-227-5055. $$ Umberto’s. PIZZA Family tradition baked into every bite. Try Grandma’s pizza, square pizza with fresh tomato and basil and of course, mozzarella. 233 N. 21st Ave., 954-421-7200 $-$$

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. Anne Marie’s is also offering wine club memberships where customers can have bottles delivered locally and also purchase excellent wines at wholesale prices. 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. This option is perfect for families who can’t agree on the toppings. 2313 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach 954-590-2100. $-$$

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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 $$ Bella Monte Italian Deli. SANDWICHES 2688 E. Atlantic Blvd.,

954-946-0333 $

Brendans. BAR AND GRILL Burgers, wings and more — you get the picture. 868 N. Federal Highway, 954-786-0033 $

Big Louie’s. ITALIAN • PIZZA A South Florida chain offering

classic Italian dishes. 2190 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-5510 $

Borogodo Brazilian Grill. BRAZILIAN Open for lunch Monday-Friday 11am-4:30pm; Saturday 11am-5:30pm. 7 SE 22nd Ave., 954-782-8040 $ Broad Street Deli. BREAKFAST • DELICATESSEN Jewish style

deli sandwiches, subs, wraps homemade soups, breakfast, bagels and homemade baked knishes. Open for breakfast and lunch Monday-Saturday, 8:30am-4pm. 2657 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-816-9649 $

Cafe Brie. SANDWICHES • SALADS A little gem of a place that

serves fantastic sandwiches, salads, quiche and desserts.

2765 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-532-7800 $

Cafe Sportivo. CAFE Cash only, but don’t let that stop you.

They are family owned and operated with a variety of espresso drinks. 2219 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-6672 $ Carlucci’s Brick Oven Trattoria & Pizzeria. ITALIAN Italian

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Dining Out Chez Cafe. COFFEE • BAKERY A warm and cozy place to grab breakfast, lunch or a latte. 1631 S. Cypress Road, 954-933-3453 $ Coldfish. ASIAN Sushi drive-thru? We’re in! Coldfish, serves

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 $

Pan-Asian cuisine in fun and colorful atmosphere. 1750 N. Federal Highway, contact@coldfish.com

Jukebox Diner. DINER Bright, classic seating, jukeboxes, and

Dandee Donut Factory. BAKERY • PASTRIES From the classic old fashioned sour cream to Boston cream, these babies are just begging to be dunked. Bagels, breakfast and lunch also available. 1900 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-1461 $

Lester’s Diner. DINER American comfort fare in a retro setting. 1924 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-2109 $

Five Girls. BURGERS • PIZZA Check out this cozy, neighbor-

hood joint. Five Girls offers all the classics you crave including burgers, hand cut fries and the owner’s favorite Philadelphia cheesesteaks. 2659 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-8889 $

Chicken Parm to the Rescue DELIVERY FROM ANNE MARIE’S SAVES THE DAY

that old-school diner feel. 2773 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-960-5882 $

Lighthouse Cove Tiki Bar. AMERICAN Seaside eats and happy hours. 1406 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-784-2804 $$

Little Italian. PIZZA Little Italian Pizza is the best kind of Ital-

ian restaurant — the kind that feels like a hole-in-the-wall, but quickly grows vibrant as the large, steaming plates of homestyle Italian dishes come barreling out of the kitchen.

The restaurant grinds their own sausage and bakes their own dough daily. While the small restaurant (with only about six cozy tables) doesn’t serve alcohol, they do allow BYOB (and there’s a liquor store conveniently located right next door).

Families bring in bottles of red wine to cork, creating a joyous atmosphere. The restaurant has a huge menu with stromboli, calzone, soups, salads, subs, 26 kinds of specialty pizzas, baked pasta dishes, chicken and veal entrées and all your traditional pasta dishes and desserts. 448 S. Cypress Road, 954941-0550 $-$$

Mini Pita. MEDITERRANEAN The comprehensive menu in-

cludes plenty of salads, pita melts, sandwiches, gyros, shawarma, kebabs, falafel and a choice of entrees that includes lamb chops and mousaka. 2555 E Atlantic Blvd. 954-532-9595

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Nelson’s Diner. DINER Nelson’s diner, which was just pur-

chased by the owners of Galuppi’s, is a cute, hole-in-the-wall 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 $

Stingers Pizza. PIZZA • AMERICAN Dine in or order delivery.

They will bring your pizza to the Beach—a million minds making the world a better place. 1201 S. Ocean Blvd., 954-7822344 $ Sunshine Bagel. BAGELS • DELI Serving up bagels and sandwiches in a friendly atmosphere. 260 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-7887498 $

The Chicken Box & More. • SOUTHERN This small spot with I had planned a healthy dinner of pan-seared salmon on a bed of red lentils. But alas, there are days when nothing short of a big slab of Chicken Parmesan will do. Anne Marie’s to the rescue. This new and long-awaited spot on Federal Highway in Pompano Beach is a welcome addition to the local food scene. (I mean, is there even such a thing as too much pizza?)

My husband and I shared the Chicken Parmesan dinner, and we even had a little bit leftover. The dinner came with garlic knots, but we had to try the spinach and feta pizza roll too. The day just cried out for carbs.

That turned out to be a wise decision — it was the perfect combination of chewy and salty and cheesy, but there was spinach too — so no guilt, right? What a pleasure it is after a long day’s work to merely log-on, choose from an extensive Italian menu. Then, soon after that, dinner appears at your door. It’s like magic. —Mrs. Kossenfloffer Anne Marie’s Pizza and Wine Co. 2313 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach, 954-590-2100

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just a couple of tables serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and does a robust take-out business. The shrimp and grits with scrambled eggs are a top-notch breakfast or a perfect “breakfast-for-dinner” option. The fried pork chops were delicately coated and crispy. We tried them with a classic potato salad and collard greens. The greens were stellar — they were juicy and perfectly seasoned with bits of pork supplying a pleasing heft. And who doesn’t love a marvelous fried chicken wing? If you are searching for a solidly authentic taste of comfort, the meatloaf is a must. 204 N Flagler Avenue, 954-781-7400

Tortillería Mexicana. MEXICAN Looking for a taco that goes

beyond ground beef and toppings? Not only will they supply you with fresh, unique tacos, but the corn tortillas are made from scratch daily. Who does that? 1614 E. Sample Rd., 954943-0057 $

Email us with any additions, closings, or corrections at editor@ pointpubs.com. We try to be accurate, but it’s always a good idea to call first before heading out on your dining adventure.

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is, and a lot of these are, but as if this is the critical life-saving issue of today, like the end of the world is coming. Again these are major, major issues. But they are issues we can solve. We can’t say that none of the other things that you want to talk about are important until we do this. I don’t think that’s the case. I think the new tone has been: let’s include this in the things we are trying to do — put everyone to work, create a safe community and a quality of life, and this kind of falls into both of those categories.”

Q. Oftentimes sea level rise is discussed in terms of flooding. However, Florida also faces the threat of having its fresh water sources, like the Biscayne Aquifer, contaminated by saltwater. Will the contamination of our fresh water sources be addressed by the Sea Level Rise Task Force?

A. “I would hope so. My goal is not just to pass this bill and have the governor assign the task force, but it’s also to endear myself to the speaker of the Florida house to make me the appointment to the task force, so if I have the opportunity and the privilege to be on the task force, certainly it’s something that I will press. Certainly we have salt water intrusion, and we have our massive system of drainage, and flood gates that are also reaching levels of half a foot until they are surpassed by saltwater, and we’ll have intrusion on the inland. So that’s going to cause a major issue, not just for our drainage, but our water sources as well.”

“Certainly we have salt water intrusion, and we have our massive system of drainage, and flood gates that are also reaching levels of half a foot until they are surpassed by saltwater, and we’ll have intrusion on the inland. So that’s going to cause a major issue, not just for our drainage, but our water sources as well.”

Q. One of the problems climate change could cause is coral bleaching and the death of coral reefs.

Not only is this a problem from the perspective of Florida’s tourism industry and economy, but coral reefs play a critical role in our protection from superstorms. Can you speak to this?

A. “You bring up a great point. I remember back to 2012, it was the day after Thanksgiving, Superstorm Sandy had already passed by in October, roughly Halloween, and we were still experiencing after effects from that storm system. We had some major

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erosion and damage at Fort Lauderdale beach up along the finger streets, which is about a half mile of area that was impacted. We lost all the coconut palms, the lifeguard stand, all the beach. The road was nearly eroded away from underneath structurally.

“Ultimately that was a perfect example of why we need beach hardening and sand dunes and other structures. That community there, where the damage was, was always anti-dune because it took away the view. Well now the reason for the dunes and the science behind it is clear. What I’m getting at is that was a hot spot, and it was a hot spot because we had no coral reef structure out in that specific area.

So, even separate from the bleaching and the dying of our coral reefs, there just wasn’t a reef in this particular area. You literally saw the hotspot where it just wiped out. So it’s tremendously important…

So the answer to your question is yes, I would make sure, whether I’m on or off the task force, that this is an issue we study.”

Q. You have said that Florida needs to be a leader in how to address climate change. Why is Florida in a position to be the leader?

A. “There’s one area where we really need to improve.

And then I’ll tell you why I think we can lead. And why we are. We don’t have an overall plan for our statewide water projects, environmental impacts or water projects, that we can go to the federal government with. There is a reason why Louisiana, which is about 30 percent of our size, is receiving about four times the money we are in Florida…the reason is because they have a comprehensive plan for their water projects…

“That being said, we can do that. We can work with organizations like American Flood Coalition, and other organizations that are dealing with water and environmental issues. From that point forward, why are we, and why can we continue to be a leader?

Because look of the way we are situated.

“From an economic standpoint, we’re the first point of contact for a lot of cargo, freight and tourism from Central and South America, from Europe, from a lot of a different trade and tourism routes. That being said we’ve got 1,200 or so miles of coastline, we’ve got over 600 miles of actual sandy beaches, we’ve got the Everglades, we’ve got the Keys. I’m sure there are other states that can compete and go past us as far as natural inland environments — state parks or estuaries, different things like that. But we have so many opportunities to continue to flourish on what we have…I think as we look at Florida, we’ve got to do it all. We can’t be great on the economy and terrible to our environment.” Y

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INSIDER EXCURSIONS, powered by Point! Publishing, is a media travel company that takes groups on epic adventures to international destinations,then features pictures and stories from those journeys in Pompano!, Deerfield Beach! and Lighthouse Point magazines. InEx partners with “Local Insiders” based in destination cities to create the most unique and exciting trips possible.

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INVITES YOU TO A COLOMBIANINSPIRED DINNER WITH CHEF TULIO & MEDELLIN-BASED YOU-TUBER & TRAVEL INSIDER “LA GRINGA LATINA” AT 7PM ON THURSDAY MARCH 11 Insider Excursions’ will host an Insider Dinner with Chef Tulio at the Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort.

Together we will celebrate the vibrant flavors of Colombia and introduce you to a special spice called Wai Ya from the Amazon. The Insider Excursions’ travel team found this spice on an excursion in Bogotá and brought it back for you to try. The smoky, savory spice is produced by indigenous people in the Amazon. It adds some heat and a punch of flavor to Tulio’s signature tamales. Lauren Gibbs — YouTube’s “La Gringa Latina” — is InEx’s Medellin insider & will be the evening’s featured guest.

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Publishing, is a media travel company that takes groups on epic adventures to international destinations, then features pictures and stories from those journeys in Pompano!, Deerfield Beach! and Lighthouse Point magazines.

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HIGHLIGHTS Explore historic sites in the ancient Inca city of Cusco at the base of the Peruvian Andes

Take an adrenaline-packed sand-buggy tour across the sand dunes of Huacachina Oasis

Take an unforgettable luxury train ride to visit Machu Picchu, one of the seven wonders of the world

Attend VIP dinners with renowned Peruvian chefs

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HIGHLIGHTS Snorkel and swim with whale sharks, the gentle giants of the deep, known to reach up to 40 feet in length

Stay at the five-star Mia Reef Isla Mujeres resort where you can relax on the sandy beaches of Mexico’s crystalline Caribbean

Take an ATV ride through the Mayan jungle, zipline above the canopy of trees and swim in a Cenote cave

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HIGHLIGHTS Insider Excursions’ local insider and YouTube influencer Lauren, aka “La Gringa Latina”, will guide you to all the vibrant local hotspots in Medellin Visit the Joaquin Antonio Uribe Botanical Garden, famous for its architecture and botanical variety

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Attend a VIP dinner with Chef Juanma at El Cielo Restaurant, a mystical, fine-dining experience Attend the 63rd Desfile de los Silleteros, the closing event of Medellin’s famed Feria de las Flores, the city’s annual celebration of flowers.

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HIGHLIGHTS Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, at festive street parades and twilight vigils

Venture to nearby villages to meet artisans and purchase traditional Oaxacan handicrafts.

Discover the gastronomic delights of Mexico’s culinary capital and explore ancient Zapotec archaelogical sites

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THE CHARLEE HOTEL, MEDELLIN

Is The Charlee Hotel a museum of modern art or a swanky hotel? Located in the trendy EL Poblado neighborhood (Parque Lleras), The Charlee Hotel is surrounded by lively bars, boutiques, attractions and, within .03 of a mile, over 300 restaurants offering a wide variety of cuisines.

The Charlee describes its philosophy as a lifestyle based on five pillars: art, cuisine, culture, fitness and design. From the moment you enter, you are surrounded by photographs, sculptures, and paintings by local artists. From public spaces to guests' rooms, the art is an integral part of the experience.

Local and international dishes are offered at The Charlee. Begin your morning with breakfast on your furnished balcony. Sip on fresh, made-to-order beverages while a chef prepares a variety of savory and sweet treats on your teppanyaki grill. In the main dining room Lucia, indulge in the tastes of the Mediterranean while enjoying views of Medellin.

The hotel connects visitors with the people of Medellin.

According to Lucas Rey, COO of Charlee brand, "We create spaces and events inside the hotel to achieve this synergy."

The room options include "Acqua" with a furnished balcony including hot tub. Renew yourself with a variety of hydromassages in a private, peaceful atmosphere.

We are not sure which label to put on The Charlee, but it is unique, very cool and distinctively Medellin. Y

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