Lighthouse Point Magazine, October 2021 by Point! Publishing

OCTOBER 2021

Celebrating 25 Years of Dunn’s Run Jim Dunn, the late founder of the run, will be honored as part of the October 3rd event.

Let’s Do Lunch

Marvelous Midday Meals (or any time)

Happy Snaps Smiles at the Park

City Beat

Neighborhood News

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

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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.

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The Day the Starter Died BY SUSAN ROSSER LIKE A ZILLION OTHER PEOPLE, I BAKED MY FAIR SHARE OF SOURDOUGH BREAD DURING THE PANDEMIC. IN A TIME WITHOUT MUCH GOOD NEWS, THE SHEER MIRACLE of 1,000 grams of flour transforming into wildly delicious loaves with only the addition of water, salt, and a whole lot of elbow grease was precisely what I needed. Any worries occupying my brain were displaced by my singular focus on a ginormous bowl of dough. I pulled, stretched and kneaded that mass into submission. My starter was like the pet I never had. I housed it in the fridge, which slows down fermentation. This way, I only had to add flour and water, a process known as “feeding,” once a week. Every week, I fed my starter like clockwork. But as the months dragged on, and my kids flew the coop, and my husband and I were vaccinated — while life wasn’t quite back to normal, it also wasn’t as if we were living through the apocalypse. I slowly shifted my focus back to the outside world, and my starter paid the price. I forgot about it. As the time between feedings increased, my starter never showed signs of being dead (a foul smell or mold). Until one day, it did. There it was, a little blue spot of mold along the ridge of the mason jar. At first, I was devastated. I had imagined I would be one of those people who would someday say, “My starter is 22 years old.” But about 15 seconds after the initial disappointment, I felt a sense of relief and then absolute joy. I didn’t want my pandemic-starter to be my forever-starter. I am ready to close the door on the Covid era and start anew. I doubt I will take up jiu-jitsu or learn to play a woodwind instrument. And I don’t want to get all preachy on this matter because the truth is I probably won’t make any noticeable changes. Yet, the prospect of starting a new sourdough starter pushed me to consider what the next phase of my life could look like. The universe was sending me a signal.

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I have no clue how I will start over — but just considering a little change has been a desirable diversion. The other day, I casually mentioned to my husband that perhaps I should investigate voice lessons. I don’t have grand plans to sing anywhere other than the shower, but I often sing around the house. It might be to everyone’s advantage if I sounded a touch better. And yes, the next time I seek to bake a loaf of sourdough bread, I will have to make a new starter. I like to imagine that this new batch will be my forever starter, but I remind myself that life has chapters that start and end. And that’s OK. It’s likely I may never have 22-year-old starter. And perhaps my next chapter will include singing, baking and who knows what else. Luckily, my family is incredibly grateful for my newfound baking skills — the singing not so much. Y

ABOVE Susan Rosser’s first two sourdough loaves from April, 2020 — early in the pandemic

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WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 6, registration starts at 11am, tournament begins at 12pm WHERE: Galuppi's, 1103 N Federal Highway, Pompano Beach COST: $80/team beginner, $100/team advanced, $20/ spectator tickets. Tickets include all-you-can-eat burgers, hot dogs, sausages and unlimited beer. Enjoy a fun-packed afternoon with friends over a little friendly game of cornhole. Participants will also enjoy unlimited hot dogs, burgers, brats and beer. Here is your chance for a fun afternoon, all while doing some good for the community. Proceeds from the event will support child abuse prevention charities, veterans organizations and student scholarships.

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Munchen, 2201 E. Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach Enjoy live German music, games and prizes, and drink packages available for purchase. This would be a good time to bust out the lederhosen.

Halloween Movie in the Park WHEN: Friday, Oct. 29 7-9pm WHERE: Frank McDonough Park, 3500 NE

27th Ave., Lighthouse Point Get in the Halloween spooky spirit and enjoy a nighttime movie with the family.

Music Under the Stars WHEN: Friday, Oct. 8, 7:00pm WHERE: Briny Irish Pub,

3440 E Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: Free Join in on the fun for an evening of music and entertainment. This month’s featured band is Riverdown. Music kicks off at 7:00pm at the Great Lawn located at the intersection of Atlantic and Pompano Beach Boulevard. Bring your lawn chairs but be forewarned, you might not want to sit once you hear the music!

True Rumours WHEN: Friday, Oct. 8, 7:30pm WHERE: Galuppi’s, 1103 N Federal

Highway, Pompano Beach COST: Free. Tables are available on a firstcome first-serve basis. True Rumours — the definitive Fleetwood Mac Show is one that fans always look forward to seeing. Check Galuppi’s website for more upcoming shows.

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Around Town Annual Broward Water Matters Day Tree Giveaway

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 16, 8:30am-2:30pm WHERE: Tree Tops Park, 3900 SW 100th Ave., Davie COST: Park admission fee applies. Registration is required

on eventbrite.com. Masks are required Each family can have up to two 3-gallon trees or shrubs. Limit one fruit Tre per family. For more information visit watermatters.broward.org

2021 South Florida Gifted and Talented Symposium WHEN: Friday, Oct. 29, 7:30am- 2:45pm WHERE: Pompano Beach High School, 600 NE 13th Ave.,

Pompano Beach COST: $40/early registration by Oct. 22. $50/regular registration. Fee is non-refundable and transferable. Parents can network and learn in a forum dedicated to strategies and practices that foster self-directed, motivated, and independent learners in real-world learning environments. Topics include: • how to integrate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) across the curriculum for student engagement • the unique social and emotional needs of gifted children • music performances and art exhibitions from Broward County Public Schools

Three Favorite Treats You Never Thought Could Be Good For Your Teeth BY DR. GABRIELA ESPINOZA Pinch yourself, you’re not dreaming. Studies have revealed that three of our most favorite dietary vices may actually have cavity-fighting properties and be good for your teeth. Here’s a quick breakdown: DARK CHOCOLATE – All hail the cocoa bean. This news may have been around a while, but it’s still all good. Cocoa beans, which are used to make chocolate, contain antioxidants, including flavonoids, polyphenols and tannins. Tannins cause dark chocolate to have that delightful bitter taste, and they also have properties that help prevent bacteria from sticking to your teeth. Polyphenols have antimicrobial properties, which means they help to reduce the amount of bacteria in your mouth. Bacteria

in the mouth are what cause bad breath and gum disease. If you’re planning to run out to get some dark chocolate, aim for 70% cacao or higher. RED WINE – Yes, you heard right. Red wine, like dark chocolate, also contains tannins and other antioxidants. A study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry recently concluded that red wine inhibited the growth of bacteria and oral biofilms, which become plaque. BLACK COFFEE – The trifecta is complete. Results of a recent study revealed that black coffee might also have properties that inhibit the growth of bacteria. The study found that an extract called canephora, present in about 30% of the world’s coffee, helped break down the biofilms. Coffee also contains tannins, the same antioxidants found in red wine and

chocolate. The coffee bean cited in this study is called Robusta. Robusta is often found in darker, stronger roasts. Enjoy, in moderation — Is this all too good to be true? Well, maybe. While offering benefits, coffee, chocolate and red wine all have dark pigments that can stain teeth. Check with your dentist for the best and safest options to whiten and brighten your smile! Dr. Gabriela Espinoza is an orthodontic and cosmetic dentist at Park Plaza Dental. She has over ten years of experience caring for her patients. She received her dental degree (DMD) from the Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine and completed a fellowship in Orthodontics at New York University. Dr. Espinoza focuses her practice on restorative dentistry, aesthetic dentistry, Invisalign and orthodontics. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Espinoza at Park Plaza Dental, please call 954-998-5000.

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City BEAT

BY MARIE PULEO

The Alamanda Bridge Won’t Be Replaced with a Culvert Line Lighthouse Point residents concerned about a possible plan to replace the Alamanda Bridge on NE 24th Avenue (between NE 46th and 47th Streets) with a culvert got some good news at the Aug. 24 city commission meeting. Mayor Glenn Troast stated that the concept of the culvert was "being pulled and will not be happening." Instead, the City has issued a request for qualifications (RFQ) to find a bridge engineering consultant that can assist the City in evaluating other options that may be available. The City was considering replacing the Alamanda Bridge with a culvert, or large round pipe, possibly seven feet tall, which the water would pass through. At road level, it would have looked like a bridge with a sidewalk, pedestrian barriers and lighting. The Alamanda Bridge is the only way to access NE 47th Street, which sits on an "island." A culvert would be less expensive than a new bridge, and vehicular traffic could be maintained during replacement. Residents who live next to the Alamanda Bridge expressed concern about the aesthetics of a culvert and a possible decrease

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in water flow that would cause a greater amount of floating debris to accumulate. They also emphasized that Lighthouse Point is a boating community known for its beautiful waterways and converting the Alamanda Bridge into a culvert would set "a precedent" for other bridges in the city. Some residents started a website and an online petition against the culvert. Last year, the Broward County Commission approved $913,588

ABOVE The Alamanda Bridge on NE 24th Avenue in Lighthouse Point ©Google Maps, 2021

in transportation surtax funds to replace the Alamanda Bridge, which has reached its useful lifespan. The funds expire in June 2023. The City is working to extend that deadline and obtain additional funds when the time comes to design and build a bridge on NE 24th Avenue. The bridge engineering consultant the City is looking to hire would evaluate other bridges in Lighthouse Point, not just the Alamanda Bridge, said Troast. Y

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Pompano Citi Centre Update Several new businesses are getting ready to open their doors at Pompano Citi Centre, the shopping center located at the southwest corner of North Federal Highway and East Copans Road. Burlington department store, TJ Maxx and Five Below (a $5-andunder retail chain store) — located in the revamped former Sears retail building — are expected to open in the first week of October. Two groundfloor tenants in the northwest corner of the building — Crafty Crab (a full-service seafood restaurant and bar) and America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses — are expected to open by the end of the year, according to Carlos Fernandez, property manager of Pompano Citi Centre. The new TJ Maxx store will replace the TJ Maxx location that was in the Venetian Isle Shopping Center in Lighthouse Point. A new 18,829-square-foot retail and restaurant building that is being constructed on the site where the Sears Auto Center used to be, fronting Copans Road, should be completed in November. The building has six tenants — Aspen

Dental, Venetian Nail Spa, The Joint Chiropractic, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Wing Stop and Five Guys Burgers and Fries. The first tenant to open will be Aspen Dental, and the others will follow, said Fernandez. Leases for two other spaces in the new building are currently being negotiated. There are three spaces still available for lease on the second floor of the old Sears retail store. Plans are moving forward to build a gated 356-unit residential development on a portion of property at Pompano Citi Centre. The market rate rental apartments will occupy the site of the former Macy’s department store and the surrounding parking area. Sterling Organization, which owns Pompano Citi Centre, has a contract with The Morgan Group, a multi-family developer, to build the project. In February, the Pompano Beach City Commission approved on first reading the developer’s request

ABOVE new stores at Pompano Citi Centre

for a land-use plan amendment to change the land use designation of the 12-acre site from commercial to residential. The land-use plan amendment was approved by the Broward County Commission in September, and is expected to go to the Pompano Beach City Commission for a second reading on October 12, 2021. According to the city’s Development Services Department, the site where the proposed residential development would be built will also need to be rezoned as a Planned Development. Y

Pompano Beach Water Taxi to Resume Service The Pompano Beach Water Taxi is expected to be back in service this November, after being completely shut down in March 2020 due to the pandemic. Currently, the water taxi’s itinerary is as far north as Cap’s Place in Lighthouse Point and as far south as Bokampers in Fort Lauderdale, where passengers have the opportunity to connect with the Water Taxi of Fort Lauderdale. Efforts are underway to expand the Pompano Beach Water Taxi service to Deerfield Beach, with stops at Two Georges at The Cove and at NE Second Street. There is also a goal to eventually secure a stop in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea and at the Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse. Y LEFT the Pompano Beach Water Taxi

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New Publix at Shoppers Haven Is Moving Forward

Plans for a new Publix to fill the anchor space at Shoppers Haven — the retail center located at the southwest corner of North Federal Highway and Sample Road in Pompano Beach — continue to move forward. The 52,000-square-foot anchor space was formerly occupied by Winn-Dixie. Christopher Partridge of Partridge Equity Group, which owns and manages Shoppers Haven, said the existing anchor space will be completely demolished, and Publix will build a brand new structure at the same location. If the necessary approvals are obtained, Publix would also like to add a liquor store adjacent to the grocery store. The proposed plans have been submitted to the City of Pompano Beach, and are currently going through a review process. The previously existing Winn-Dixie permanently closed in early 2019 and the grocery store retail space has since been vacant. There is already a Publix in Venetian Isle Shopping Center, which is almost directly across from Shoppers Haven, on the opposite side of Federal Highway, in Lighthouse Point. There is also a Publix in The Shoppes At Beacon Light, which is also in Lighthouse Point, and about one mile south of Shoppers Haven. Partridge said that, for now, Publix’s plan is to keep all three stores open. Another instance of Publix stores being in such close proximity to one another is in Oakland Park. The Publix

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at the Northridge Shopping Center, located on the northwest corner of East Commercial Boulevard and Dixie Highway, is directly across the street from another Publix store, which was formerly a Safeway, and before that an Albertsons. Having both locations prevents competition from moving in. In addition to redeveloping the Shoppers Haven grocery store space as a Publix, Partridge Equity Group is proposing to enhance the facades of the entire shopping center “to create a more modern and inviting appearance.” The owner is also proposing to reconfigure the existing parking areas to enhance circulation and accessibility. The 215,000-square-foot shopping center, which dates to the late 1950s, has not undergone a major renovation in many years. The Shoppers Haven plans also include adding a six-story multi-

ABOVE rendering of the Publix planned for Shoppers Haven in Pompano Beach

family residential building, called Vista Clara Communities at Pompano Beach, to the south end of the property. The proposed residential building would feature up to 250 luxury rental apartments at market rates, according to Partridge. “It’s something we definitely want to do, but we want to do it when the timing’s right,” said Partridge. “We’re going to allow the market to dictate the need for new market rate apartments; we’ll build it when the need is there.” Partridge said that, right now, his focus is on renovating the shopping center and getting the Publix opened. An Outback Steakhouse is currently being built on a Shoppers Haven outparcel along Federal Highway, just south of the Walgreens at Sample Road. Construction got underway last March. The steakhouse is expected to open by the end of October 2021. Y

Custom Rod & Reel Will Relocate to Old Payless Shoe Store Building The Custom Rod & Reel store that has been at 1835 NE 25th St. in Lighthouse Point for 45 years has plans to move into the building at 1790 N. Federal Highway in Pompano Beach, formerly occupied by Payless ShoeSource. The approximately 5,400-square-foot building has been gutted, and work is just getting underway on the interior buildout and a new facade, which will take about four to five months to complete, said Jordan Smith, who is the manager and co-owner of the store with Robert Rutner. "We look forward to the increased exposure on Federal Highway and serving the South Florida fishing community at our new location," said Smith.

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Wahoo Bay Underwater Educational Marine Park Is Getting Underway LIGHTHOUSE POINT RESIDENT ROY ROGERS PLEDGES $100,000 TO THE PROJECT Wahoo Bay, the interactive underwater educational marine park that is being developed inside a half-acre area of the Hillsboro Inlet, adjacent to the Hillsboro Inlet Park, continues to make progress. Water marker buoys delineating Wahoo Bay as a swim-only area are expected to be installed by this month, according to Rob Wyre, chairman of Shipwreck Park. No jet skis, motorized boat traffic or anchoring will be allowed, to ensure protection of marine life habitat and a safe zone for snorkelers to explore and learn about the marine environment and its importance to everyday life. Shipwreck Park, a not-forprofit organization, is behind the Wahoo Bay project, working in collaboration with the City of Pompano Beach, Broward County and several educational institutions. Wahoo Bay will have a particular focus on educating youth. The marine park will be a place where students can come on supervised, scheduled field trips to have an underwater educational experience. The target group is students in grades K-12. Wahoo Bay is collaborating with the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation and the Bergeron Wildlife Foundation in developing the virtual curriculum component that will provide information on the Wahoo Bay website (wahoobay.org) to students across the globe, not just in Broward County. That curriculum will also include historical data collected from the water monitoring equipment on site at Wahoo Bay. Creation of the marine park includes installation of an innovative modular shoreline

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protection system, called SEAHIVE, which was developed by the University of Miami. The SEAHIVE will be deployed in the water along the southern seawall of the Hillsboro Inlet Park. Each of the six, 20-foot long modules will have mangroves planted on top, providing an ecofriendly environment for marine life. The Wahoo Bay project also includes plans to deploy a number of artificial reef modules that will be pieces of underwater public art and designed in a way that encourages coral growth and marine life habitat. Underwater public art will also be attached to the six SEAHIVE components. In August, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued a permit for the development of Wahoo Bay. A permit from the state of Florida will follow, and then an order can be placed for the SEAHIVE, which will take about 90 to 120 days to be fabricated and delivered, said Wyre.

ABOVE rendering of Wahoo Bay at the Hillsboro Inlet

Wyre expects the order for the SEAHIVE to be placed late this month or in November, and installed early next year, along with the live action underwater cameras and water monitoring system that will be physically attached to the SEAHIVE. A swim platform would be built next to the existing dock at the Hillsboro Inlet Park in the second quarter of 2022. The next phase will involve putting the artwork in the water, establishing a virtual curriculum, and, depending on the availability of funding, adding some educational components on land, such as interactive educational displays. Fundraising for Wahoo Bay gained momentum in August, when an event hosted by Shipwreck Park at the Oceanic restaurant raised over $50,000 in private donations. In addition, during the event, Lighthouse Point resident Roy Rogers pledged to provide up to >>>

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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS WILL IMPACT VEHICLE AND BOAT TRAFFIC The 14th Street Causeway Bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway in Pompano Beach will be undergoing routine maintenance and repairs, scheduled to start this month, which will affect vehicle and boat traffic. The project is being carried out by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). Lane closures on the bridge will occur daily at any time during work shifts for the duration of the project, according to Ricardo Baraybar, the senior project engineer. The project is expected to be completed in spring 2022, depending on the weather and holidays. Except for four consecutive weekends when the bridge will be entirely closed, one lane in each direction will remain open for traffic at all times. Pedestrians will be able to use the one sidewalk that remains open and bicyclists will be able to use the one vehicle lane that remains open. The four consecutive weekends that the bridge will be completely

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bridge and refurbishing the bridge’s span locks and other mechanical components. The last time the bridge was painted and repaired was in 2007. The cycle for routine maintenance on draw bridges is 10 to 15 years, said Baraybar. The bridge will be pressure washed and repainted in the same colors. The steel will get four coats of paint, which protects it from rust, and the concrete will get two coats. The current estimated cost of the project is $1 million. Y

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the Wahoo Bay project through the Rogers Family Trust. Rogers was given a special award at the event in recognition of the numerous contributions he has made to preserving the South Florida environment over the years. Florida entrepreneur and philanthropist “Alligator Ron” Bergeron presented the award to Rogers, saying: “His whole life he’s spent to make a difference for all of us and future generations. Roy, thank you for everything you’ve done

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closed are currently anticipated to be from mid-January to midFebruary, depending on the weather. During these four weekends, full bridge closures will occur from 11pm Friday to 8am Monday. During these full closures, traffic will be detoured to the bridge on Atlantic Boulevard in Pompano Beach and the bridge on Hillsboro Boulevard in Deerfield Beach. Access to properties east and west of the bridge will be maintained. During the project, one side of the bridge will open at regularly scheduled times for smaller boats. Larger boats will need to contact the construction contractor two hours in advance. Contact details will be provided in the Local Notice to Mariners for United States Coast Guard (USCG) 7th District published on the navcen.uscg.gov. The contractor is scheduled to mobilize on site the week of Oct. 7, and then start work shortly after. The project will include painting the steel and concrete portions of the

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for this community. You are truly our role model and mentor.” Other funding for Wahoo Bay includes $50,000 recently awarded to Broward County from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to go towards the installation of the SEAHIVE. Wyre said close to $200,000 has been raised for the project so far, which will be enough to pay for the SEAHIVE and its installation. “We’re still in the process of fundraising,” said Wyre. The goal is $1 million, which

is the estimated cost to construct the Wahoo Bay project and cover ongoing expenses for a couple of years, such as providing life safety for the people physically visiting the park, and maintaining the underwater cameras and sampling devices. In addition to donations from private individuals, corporate sponsorships are being sought with companies that share Shipwreck Park’s mission of conservation through education, said Wyre. Y

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Pompano Beach Is a Top Contender for Broward Commuter Rail Station The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) recently held three public kickoff meetings (Aug. 30, Aug. 31 and Sept. 1) to introduce a Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study for Broward Commuter Rail, a commuter rail system similar to TriRail that will run along the Florida East Coast (FEC) Railway from Deerfield Beach in Broward County to Aventura in Miami-Dade County. The Broward Commuter Rail service is anticipated to have a total of six passenger stations. Nine potential station locations were determined between 2010 and 2016 using certain evaluation criteria.

and Urban Land Institute criteria for successful transitoriented development (TOD). This includes how well a city’s policies, existing conditions and funded improvements would support a station and related new development that will bring residences, jobs and transit riders. A preliminary station screening report states that the Pompano Beach station area is wellconnected, walkable and “is currently developing with a transit supportive character.” It notes that the planning efforts of the Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) have included a

The Broward Commuter Rail service will cover a 27-mile segment along the FEC Railway, sharing the tracks with FEC freight trains and Brightline intercity passenger trains. Pompano Beach is among six locations that FDOT’s PD&E study team has recommended to move forward for further evaluation as part of the study, along with Deerfield Beach, Oakland Park/ Wilton Manors, Downtown Fort Lauderdale, Fort LauderdaleHollywood International Airport/ Dania Beach, and Hollywood/ Hallandale Beach. The proposed Pompano Beach station location is on the east side of Dixie Highway, between MLK Boulevard (NW Third Street) and NE Sixth Street, just north of Atlantic Boulevard. Potential Broward Commuter Rail station locations are evaluated using both Federal Transit Administration standards

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Broward Commuter Rail Station <<< a good alternative site, said Tran. The entire site is City-owned. “There’s plenty of existing public surface parking on the site, and the ability to build structured parking if needed for future redevelopment,” said Tran. “Its location on Atlantic Boulevard has greater visibility and ease of access from I-95 and other major thoroughfares.” The City’s plan to create a new urban downtown and Innovation District includes building a new city hall and ancillary government offices in the Innovation District or downtown core. With the relocation of City Hall, the current site would be available for the rail station and future redevelopment. Final selection of the station locations will be made by the Broward County Board of Commissioners and the Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization. The Broward Commuter Rail service will cover a 27-mile segment along the FEC Railway, sharing the tracks with FEC freight trains and Brightline intercity passenger trains. Compared to the Brightline intercity passenger rail service, Broward Commuter Rail would have more frequent stops with two-to-five-mile station spacing, lending itself to shorter trips. Broward Commuter

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Rail trains would have three to four cars totaling 500 feet. According to FDOT, the new commuter rail system won’t compete with Tri-Rail, which uses the CSX Railroad, because, based on previous analysis, Tri-Rail and Broward Commuter Rail have different ridership markets. A designated operator for Broward County Rail hasn’t been identified yet, but Tri-Rail is a potential operator being considered. The County will evaluate this in conjunction with Miami-Dade County prior to making a joint decision, since the same operator would need to serve both counties. Miami-Dade County is studying the implementation of commuter rail service in the FEC corridor for the segment from Aventura to downtown Miami. Tran noted that one of the reasons why Pompano is a top candidate for a Broward Commuter Rail station is because there’s a rail spur on NW 15th Street that connects the CSX tracks to the FEC tracks. If Tri-Rail ever switched to the FEC tracks, Pompano would be one of only a few locations in the tri-county area to have an east-west rail connection between the two corridors. The implementation of the Pompano

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Personal Development

What Makes Successful People Successful BY CRAIG HALEY

SUCCESS CAN BE DEFINED IN SEVERAL WAYS. TRUE SUCCESS IS DIFFERENT FROM PERSON TO PERSON. SOME MIGHT INCLUDE EARNING A specific amount of money or having a certain size house. Others may think success is being famous or influential. Freedom from monotonous or boring tasks could be considered success. My definition of success is waking up every day and liking the thing I must do that day. I don’t want to dread any of the activities in the day that lies ahead. Fortunately, I look forward to most days. I get to do what I love for a living. Recently, success mentor and best-selling author Darren Hardy, laid out the top 10 traits of successful people. This month I will address the first five, and next month I will tackle the second five.

Success Trait #1: Relentless Drive Successful people and top achievers have an insatiable appetite to win. They will put in hours of hard work, preparation, and planning to ensure they are ready to perform at their best when needed. The late, great Kobe Bryant had a legendary drive. His trainer talks about how Kobe would tell him to meet him at 5:00 in the morning to do some strength and conditioning work. When the trainer arrived, Kobe was drenched in sweat. He had been working out since 4:00 in the morning. After the strength and conditioning workout, Kobe told his trainer he would practice his jump shot and didn't stop until he made 800 shots. After all that, Kobe went to practice with the team. That is relentless drive Success Trait #2: Supersized Thinking By now most people know that the McDonald brothers founded McDonald's restaurant. They came up with the "speedy service" 50 pointpubs.com •

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Success Trait #4: They Maintain a Maniacal Focus Successful people always have their goals and objectives in their sights. Author and speaker Brian Tracy has a famous quote, "Clarity is power!" Paul J. Meyer says, “If you are not making the progress you would like to make or are capable of making, it simply means your goals are not clearly defined.” Writing and re-writing your goals every day, creating vision boards, and posting your goals in writing where you will see them multiple times throughout your day are all excellent ways to keep your goals at the forefront of your mind. My good friend and best-selling author, Jeffrey Gitomer, writes his goals on Post-it notes and sticks them on his bathroom mirror. When he achieves the goal, he moves it to his bedroom mirror. This way, he is reminded of what goals he wants to achieve and what goals he has achieved. I bet that makes him feel pretty good. Success Trait #5: Unrelenting Resiliency The much-quoted Winston Churchill famously said, "Never give in. Never give in. Never, never, never, never — in nothing, great or small, large, or petty — never give in, except to convictions of honor and good sense. Never yield to force. Never yield to the apparently overwhelming might of the enemy.” On March 17, 1990, WBC World Champion Julio Cesar Chavez fought IBF World Champion Meldrick Taylor. Chavez was unbeaten with a record of 68-0 with 55 KOs. Taylor’s hand speed and superb footwork were too much for Chavez, and he was ahead on the scorecards heading into the final round. Chavez was being outpointed but stayed resilient and continued to move forward, throwing hard punches. Chavez never wavered or got discouraged, and with only two seconds left in the fight, he landed a right hand and knocked out Taylor. Most people would be mentally beaten and discouraged after losing virtually the entire fight. Not Chavez, though. He stayed focused, resilient and believed he could win when most thought it was impossible. That is unrelenting resiliency! Stay tuned next month for the remaining five traits that make successful people successful! Y Master Shihan Craig Haley is the Seventh Degree Black Belt instructor at Elite Force Martial Arts, eliteforcemartialarts.com.

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Financial Fitness

Choosing an Executor for Your Estate BY GREGORY EDWARDS

HERE’S AN UNCOMFORTABLE TRUTH: SOMEDAY — HOPEFULLY IN THE VERY DISTANT FUTURE — YOU ARE GOING TO DIE. THE GOOD NEWS: YOU CAN MAKE THAT MOMENT EASIER ON YOUR HEIRS BY TAKING A FEW SIMPLE STEPS. One of the best ways, financially, to prepare now for that time is to choose a person to be the executor of your estate. Unfortunately, that also can be one of the more overlooked aspects of estate planning — which can spell trouble for your family and your wealth. Your executor is essentially the CEO of your estate — the person responsible for ensuring your will is executed properly. This role can mean handling everything from distributing assets to heirs to making sure any taxes due are paid. In other words, your executor

Four considerations when choosing an executor:

1. PICK SOMEONE YOU TRUST WHO IS WILLING TO DO THE JOB. You need to select someone — such as a family member —

in whom you have a great deal of faith. That won't guarantee things will turn out as you want them to, but it can potentially reduce the risk of negative outcomes. Your executor must also have the time required to do a good job and be inclined to take on the role and all it involves. This is true even if they ultimately engage a professional for additional help. 2. MAKE SURE THE EXECUTOR KNOWS WHAT YOU WANT TO HAPPEN AND RESPECTS YOUR WISHES. The idea here is to

eliminate any vagueness in the will. Clearly communicate what you want to happen. The executor must respect your wishes even if they disagree with them. For example, even if you leave money to a particular cousin whom the executor despises, the executor must still disburse the funds. While it is possible to replace an executor, it is often costly and problematic. The better approach is to carefully and explicitly specify your wishes and choose an executor who will do an excellent job in the role by following your wishes and preferences. 3. SELECT SOMEONE LIKELY TO BE AROUND TO DO THE JOB. When choosing, consider a candidate's age and health

is a crucial player on your estate planning team. Not surprisingly, then, people often find it difficult to choose their executor. The good news: You can choose from virtually anyone. Although in our experience, a family member is the most common option, professionals — lawyers, bankers and others — are also commonly selected. Family member executors may engage a professional for help doing the job — a move that can potentially help avoid family conflicts over assets.

status. After all, an executor who isn't alive or healthy enough to administer your estate won't do you any good. Have a relatively young and healthy executor as your first choice or as a backup. 4. CONSIDER THE PERSON’S FINANCIAL HEALTH. C andidates who have financial challenges, excessive debt or liens against them may not be good, trustworthy options. If you haven't chosen an executor, it's a great time to take this crucial step. If you already have one but haven't revisited the issue in years, you might consider making sure your choice is still the best for you, given your situation and goals. Y Gregory Edwards, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC is a principal at Lawless, Edwards, & Warren - Wealth Management. Please call Greg at 561-361-8140 ext 231 if you would like to discuss your estate plans.

The information above has been obtained from sources considered reliable, but no representation is made as to its completeness, accuracy or timeliness. All information and opinions expressed are subject to change without notice. Information provided in this report is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, investment, legal or tax advice; and does not constitute an offer, or a solicitation of any offer, to buy or sell any security, investment or other product.

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BY MARTIN ZEVIN, ATTORNEY PROBATE COSTS THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS IN ATTORNEY'S FEES AND COURT COSTS. IT CAN TAKE A YEAR OR LONGER. IT IS AN UNNECESSARY BURDEN TO PUT ON YOUR LOVED ONES. Some people mistakenly believe that just having a Florida will avoids Probate. This is not true. A will only names who will inherit your estate and who will be the personal representative (executor). If you do your homework, your executor will have very little to do and almost nothing to pay. The following is your most important homework assignment: name primary and contingent beneficiaries on all accounts. If you have individual accounts, such as IRA's or regular accounts in your name alone, designate at least one primary beneficiary

and one contingent beneficiary. Beneficiaries are also known as: payable on death (p.o.d.), transfer on death (t.o.d.) or in trust for (i.t.f.). In some banks, checking accounts are not allowed to have beneficiaries. In that case, add someone you trust as a joint owner on the checking account. That will enable the person to write checks if you become incapacitated. Upon your death, your joint account holder can use what's left to pay for funeral expenses, death certificates, etc. Anything left over will go to that person without probate. If you have joint accounts (with a spouse, significant other, child, etc.), be sure to name beneficiaries if you should die in a

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common accident or if one of you dies and the survivor forgets to name a beneficiary. Be sure to do this on all accounts; this applies to banks, brokers, investments, life insurance: anything with a cash value when you die. In my practice, I often have to probate the proceeds of a life insurance policy. Typically, the husband named his wife as primary beneficiary but with no alternates. The wife dies first and then he dies. With no contingent beneficiaries, there must be probate. As an additional homework assignment (for extra credit), consider pre-need plans with a funeral home or cremation society. You are paying in advance for your cremation or burial. Pre-planning for funeral and burial expenses eliminates enormous stress and financial pressure from your personal representative. They just have to make one phone call. The company with whom you signed the contract picks up your body and takes care of the rest. This can be particularly beneficial if you wish to be buried out of state. All arrangements have been prepaid, including with the out-of-state funeral home. Without the pre-need contract, your personal representative would be at the mercy of a Florida and an out-of-state company to make immediate decisions, almost always at a much higher cost than what you paid when you were alive. If you do sign a pre-need plan, be sure your personal representative has a copy. While this has nothing to do with avoiding probate, it does make things so much easier (and less costly) on your loved ones. This article does not discuss ways to avoid probate on your home or any other real estate you own. Please refer to other articles I have written recently, which discuss revocable living trusts, life estate deeds and other options. Also not discussed here are the advanced care directives (power of attorney, health care surrogate and living will) to protect you if you become incapacitated. Do everything you can do now, while you are alive and legally competent. You will be giving your loved ones less stress, financially and emotionally. You will be giving yourself the greatest gift of all: peace of mind. Y Martin Zevin is available to discuss wills, trusts, estates, probate and is available for free consultation regarding personal injury claims or car insurance coverage. For more information call 954-569-4878 or visit martinzevinpa.com.

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YOU CAN’T TURN ON YOUR TV OR LISTEN TO THE RADIO WITHOUT NOTICING THE AMOUNT OF ADVERTISING FOR MEDICARE. THAT'S BECAUSE THE MEDICARE ANNUAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD BEGINS ON OCT. 15 AND RUNS THROUGH DEC. 7 EACH YEAR. But how do you know if it affects you and whether you need to do anything? The annual enrollment period is when people who are enrolled in Medicare decide what they will do about their Medicare plans for the following year. (If you are not enrolled in Medicare, the annual enrollment period does not affect you.)

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Get Psyched <<< There has been much media attention on chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) of late. It has many parents concerned. In the past it was associated primarily with boxers and was called dementia pugilistica. Now the focus has been on football players who have suffered repeated concussions and traumatic brain injuries. CTE is a progressive degenerative disease that has both physiological and behavioral components. It can persist over years or even decades due to traumatic impact to the cranium. Over time the brain of someone with chronic traumatic encephalopathy begins to deteriorate. It loses mass and some areas of the brain enlarge and others atrophy. CTE results in the accumulation of tau protein which stabilizes cellular structure in the neurons but can become defective and then disrupts neuronal functioning. Not all people who suffer a concussion or multiple concussions will develop CTE. Education is needed about risks of head injury, how to mitigate risk and how to properly treat and recover from these injuries. The bottom line is to minimize risk, have head injuries treated by a medical professional and follow the instructions to recover. The CDC recommends when an athlete suffers head trauma during a game they should come out of the game. "When in doubt, sit them out." Keep a young athlete with a possible concussion out of play the same day of the injury and until a health care provider clears them to play again. The severity of the injury needs to be determined by a healthcare professional. Do not try to judge the severity of the injury yourself. After you remove a young athlete with a possible concussion from practice or play, the decision about return to practice or play is a medical decision that should be made by a health care provider. As a coach, it is helpful to record the following information to be given to a health care provider to aid in assessing an athlete: • The cause of the injury and estimated force of the hit or blow to the head or body • Any loss of consciousness (passed out/knocked out) and if so, for how long • Any memory loss immediately following the injury • Any seizures right after the injury • Number of previous concussions (if any) Inform the young athlete's parent(s) about the possibility of a concussion. The CDC has a fact sheet that can help parents watch a young athlete for concussion signs or symptoms that may show up or get worse once the young athlete is at home or returns to school. The website iscdc.gov/headsup/parents/index.html Y Dr. Jill Selbach is a licensed clinical psychologist. For more information visit drjillselbach.com or call 954-618-8412.

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Tidbits & Trivia

Myths about the Human Body Debunked BY JIM TERLIZZI

ALMOST EVERY KID HAS HEARD THE ADMONITION: "YOU MUST WAIT THIRTY MINUTES TO GO SWIMMING AFTER A MEAL OR YOU'LL GET A CRAMP AND DROWN." THE THOUGHT WAS THAT a large meal increases blood flow to the stomach and away from muscles. This is false except for two instances: If your meal included two bottles of chardonnay or if you're wearing a thong bathing suit. The latter is known as "the wedgie effect,” causing cramps in the gluteus maximus. WAKING UP SLEEPWALKERS CAN KILL THEM IS ANOTHER MYTH. When I walk in my sleep, I head for the

kitchen and start to cook. Fortunately, my wife usually leads me back to bed before I get too far. The ingredients I use could kill us both. IF YOU STEP ON A RUSTY NAIL, YOU WILL GET LOCKJAW. Sometimes I wish this were true. There are

some "yap-yap" people I would like to stick with a rusty nail. However, if you drink a “Rusty Nail” (drambuie and Scotch whiskey), you will not be able to keep your mouth shut, a condition known medically as jabber-jaw. CRACKING YOUR KNUCKLES CAUSES ARTHRITIS. If this were true, everyone

who has ever been treated by a chiropractor would have the disease. This does not apply to cracking your knuckles against the skull of a guy named Arthur, which can result in "Arthuritis”. SWALLOWED CHEWING GUM STAYS IN YOUR DIGESTIVE SYSTEM FOR SEVEN YEARS. This is not true

for gum, but it is valid for a vial of Crazy Glue. I think they have this confused with breaking a mirror. You will get seven years if an errant shot from your .357 magnum misses your victim and breaks his looking glass.

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HUMANS USE ONLY 10 PERCENT OF THEIR BRAINS. This is only true for politicians. Writers are the sole group to use 100 percent of their brains, which explains the brilliance of this column. YOUR NAILS CONTINUE TO GROW AFTER YOU ARE DEAD.

What actually happens is the skin around your nails becomes dehydrated and retracts from the nails, making them look longer. To prevent this, moisturize your fingertips before you pass away. It may not seem important at the time, but it would be a nice gesture to put this myth to rest. MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE (MSG) CAUSES CHINESE RESTAURANT SYNDROME.

This was based on an unscientific letter sent to the New England Journal of Medicine some 50 years ago. Sprinkling some of it on your food won’t hurt you. Injecting it into your veins is not recommended, but it will make you taste good. One caveat: MSG can make bad food tasty, so it probably will be found in dishes that aren’t healthy in the first place. YOU LOSE MOST OF YOUR BODY HEAT THROUGH YOUR HEAD. This came from a

government study in the 1950s, where subjects wearing Arctic survival gear were placed in freezing environments. It was found they lost most heat from their heads. The government preached this as gospel until a brilliant writer ( I know, that’s redundant) pointed out that the heads were the only body part not covered. Y

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Try the Wine

Indulging in Australia’s Shiraz and Rhône-Style Wines BY DAVID EHRENFRIED I LIKE POKING AROUND IN LOCAL WINE STORES. THE SCENERY, SO TO SPEAK, IS CONSTANTLY CHANGING AS BOTTLES OF THIS AND THAT APPEAR AND DISAPPEAR. AND THERE’S OFTEN AN element of surprise in finding things I didn’t expect—a particular wine or great buy, for example. I’m not usually one to shop for wine with a single purpose in mind, find and buy what I want, and then leave. My wife is very good at that. Not me. As you might guess, she seldom tags along when I shop for wine. I prefer going from section to section, noting what’s available (and what’s not), looking at wine labels, checking ratings and other information on my cell phone, and wondering. It’s neither possible nor practical to taste every wine that catches my eye, so I ponder a bit, make mental notes, and usually move on. Often I don’t get anything. When I do, I’m typically picky and have an objective in mind, even if it’s as simple as finding a kind or style of wine I’ve not tasted before, revisiting a particular wine, or finding a topic for this column. Among my customary wine store stops is checking out Australian wines, shiraz in particular. If there’s a wine my wife and I agree upon unequivocally, it's good Australian shiraz. It can be seriously delicious and often provides excellent value. shiraz is known nearly everywhere else as Syrah, the name the French long ago gave to this grape that’s native to France and used to make both wines. So don't let anyone tell you differently: shiraz and syrah are made from the same kind of grapes. (Syrah was among the grapevines James Busby, the father of Australian wine, introduced to Australia from France in 1833.) It’s not clear why or when Australians decided to call syrah shiraz. It is pretty clearly there’s likely no connection to Iran’s ancient city of shiraz or the

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treasured shiraz Persian rugs made there. I think we can chalk up changing the name of Australian syrah wine to shiraz to brilliant marketing. Anyway, during one of my wine store visits a few months ago, I noticed a few French Rhône-style blends that were available from several notable producers of Australian shiraz. In Australia, as in France, these wines are typically made with varying amounts of grenache, syrah, and mourvèdre (also know as mataro or monastrell). Outside France, they’re now often labeled “GSM,” “SGM,” etc., depending on the proportions of each grape varietal used.

Let the Tastings Begin I had tasted only a few of these Australian blends over the years, and it occurred to me that it would be fun to taste some pairs of similarly priced shiraz and GSM wines from the same producers to see what could be learned and shared with you. The pairs of wines I picked were from four different wineries located in the two main Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale wine regions in South Australia: D’Arenberg, Schild, Chapel Hill, and John Duval. (See tasting notes.) The wines ranged in cost from $10 to $40. The least costly pair was the 100% shiraz and the GSM blend from D’Arenberg’s popular and inexpensive “The Jump Stump” line of wines, which retail between $10 and $15. D’Arenberg, one of Australia’s largest winemakers, also makes many other wines at higher price points. The Schild and Chapel Hill wines were each higher quality and cost between $15 and $25. These producers, Schild especially, are known for making wines of consistent quality and good value. They also make wines from

more selected grapes that sell for more than $50 a bottle. John Duval Wineries produces superb wines that retail in the $30-$100 range. The two we tasted, Plexus and Entity, were easily the best of the pairs and the most expensive, retailing for $30-40. Before starting his winery, John Duval was for many years the head winemaker at Penfolds. In that capacity, he made Penfolds’ “Shiraz South Australia Grange,” arguably Australia’s most famous and expensive wine, general retailing north of $750 a bottle. Many other producers make both very good 100% shiraz wine and GSM or similar blends that you may find in stores near you or online. You may also see blends of shiraz and cabernet sauvignon, which is another wine topic altogether.

power and personality. It should be bold, energetic, and aromatic with a mixture of tasty dark berry and plum fruit, smoky wood, chocolate, earth and savory, sometimes peppery, flavors. Its color should be dense, deep purple, and its texture smooth, even velvety, with subtle but noticeable tannic astringency. The best shiraz is intense, rich, round, full of flavor, and without hard or sharp edges. It should never taste flabby. Australia’s GSM wines are remarkably similar to the popular, easy-drinking French blend, Côtes-du-Rhône. Good GSM >>>

Contrasting Australian Shiraz and GSM Blends You don’t have to be a wine expert to tell the difference between wine made entirely of shiraz and a GSM blend. They’re about as different from one another as blueberry and cherry pie, or the voices of Aretha Franklin and Barbara Streisand to use a different analogy. Good Australian shiraz, like all quality syrah from France, California, Washington State, Chile, or South Africa, should make a delicious statement. Shiraz should have considerable

Tasting Notes Even though I’m partial to shiraz, I did not find the shiraz wines we sampled to be generally better than the blends. I enjoyed some producers’ blends more than their pure shiraz. While I would recommend all the wines, these wines support the rule that quality is usually higher when spending more than $15-20 per bottle. The Stump Jump wines, the least expensive, were the least tasty and least enjoyable of the four pairs of wines. Duval’s wines, the most costly, on the other hand, were in a different league from all the others. But wine and personal tastes vary, so I encourage you to taste some of these or similar wines yourselves to draw your own conclusions. 2017 D’ARENBERG THE STUMP JUMP SHIRAZ, McLaren Vale, 14.5% ABV ($9-

$14): Disappointing. Pungent aromas and flavors of dark stewed fruit, cedar, earth, and alcohol. Thin and hot with little pepper.

2017 D’ARENBERG THE STUMP JUMP GRENACHE-SHIRAZ-MOURVEDRE,

2017 CHAPEL HILL THE PARSON GSM,

2016 SCHILD ESTATE SHIRAZ, Barossa Valley, 14.5% ABV ($15-20): Pretty wine, with lots of bold dark cherry, blackberry, and blueberry fruit, spice, and smoky aromas, all on a silky frame. Nice balance of acidity and mild tannins.

2019 JOHN DUVAL WINES ENTITY SHIRAZ, Barrossa Valley, 14.5% ABV

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2019 JOHN DUVAL WINES PLEXUS SHIRAZ-GRENACHE-MOURVEDRE,

McLaren Vale, 14.3% ABV ($10-$15): Friendly and easy-drinking, with nice red fruit but little spice. At roughly $10, possibly a good house or party wine.

Barossa Valley, 14.5% ABV ($13-18): What a great buy! Tasty mélange of sweet and tart berry fruit plus sage, pumpkin pie spices, and a black pepper kick. Mid-weight and silky. Very enjoyable. 2018 CHAPEL HILL THE PARSON SHIRAZ,

McLaren Vale, 14.5% ABV ($15-$20): Dark berry, vanilla, and earthy aromas; punchy dark fruit and spicy flavors. Velvety but out of kilter. Needs a couple of years.

McLaren Vale, 14.5 ABV ($17-20): Terrific quality and value! Stands out for its fragrant aromas, mix of plum and berry fruit, spice, velvety texture and supple tannins. Pleasure to drink.

($30-40): Intense, bursting with beautiful aromas and deep flavors of dark cherries, blackberries, plum, cocoa, and more. Silky and jammy. Positively delicious!

Barrossa Valley, 14.5% ABV ($30-40): Superlative! Powerful bright aromas and layers of flavors with bold dark fruit, smoky cedar, vanilla, spice, and a long peppery finish. Medium weight and silky smooth.

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Try the Wine <<< blends, like Côtes-du-Rhône, are lighter in color and body, round, and more easy-going but with plenty of red and dark fruit mixed with herbs, earthy flavors and a black pepper kick. They may also have slightly more alcohol content than pure shiraz. This is because grenache, though not as full-bodied as shiraz, is more alcoholic. It also has mainly red fruit flavors and aromas like raspberry, strawberry and red cherries, in contrast to shiraz's blueberry, blackberry, dark cherry, and plum characteristics. It's also less tannic than shiraz. Mourvèdre, on the other hand, is dark, full-bodied, tannic, and highly aromatic. It also has a distinctive black pepper kick or finish.

Shiraz should have considerable power and personality. It should be bold, energetic, and aromatic with a mixture of tasty dark berry and plum fruit, smoky wood, chocolate, earth and savory, sometimes peppery, flavors. Its color should be dense, deep purple, and its texture smooth, even velvety, with subtle but noticeable tannic astringency. The best shiraz is intense, rich, round, full of flavor, and without hard or sharp edges. It should never taste flabby. Consequently, when grenache, shiraz, and mourvèdre are skillfully blended, the result is a unique wine that’s more than a jumbled sum of its parts. Grenache softens shiraz's intensity and adds a layer of lighter fruit and finesse, while mourvèdre adds back richness and aromatics as well as a hit of black pepper at the end of each sip. These Rhone-style blends can vary considerably depending on grape quality, the exact percentages each grape variety used, and other factors. But fundamentally, they should reflect the attributes of each grape variety to produce pleasing wines with plenty of vibrant fruit and other flavors. As the wines we tried demonstrated, sometimes the blends succeed beautifully, and sometimes they don’t. But that’s wine.

Food Pairings Pure shiraz nicely complements substantial foods that can stand up to powerful wine. 100% shiraz wines are lovely, for instance, with red meats, roasted or grilled poultry, salmon, and hearty or saucy dishes. But don't hesitate to drink good shiraz, as well, with seasoned grilled or roasted fish. GSM blends, like Côtes-du-Rhône, drink nicely with a broad range of foods, including lighter meals of fish, poultry, or vegetables seasoned with garlic or shallots and aromatic spices like rosemary, sage, thyme, oregano or marjoram. They’re also great with hamburgers. Y

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OVER THE YEARS, THE ANNUAL RACE HAS RAISED OVER $3.5 MILLION FOR BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF BROWARD COUNTY

25th Annual Dunn’s Run

Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, Deerfield Beach • 5 mile and 5K Walk/Run

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25 Annual Dunn’s Run Honors Late Founder Jim Dunn th

his year marks the 25th Anniversary of Dunn’s Run, a fun-filled event held every year on the first Sunday of October along the ocean on A1A in Deerfield Beach, benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. The run on Sunday, Oct. 3 is dedicated this year to “Run for Jim,” honoring its late founder, Jim Dunn of J.R. Dunn Jewelers, who founded the run 25 years ago to give back to our local community. “It’s an emotional year for us as a family because Dad was looking forward to this moment for years and 25 is a big milestone. This event has meant a lot to the community and the 25th is extremely significant because of the legacy that Dad was proud to build. He was always competitive and was aiming to make this the biggest one yet, said Sean Dunn. Jim first founded Dunn’s Run in 1996. South Florida businessman and philanthropist, Jim Moran, motivated him to visit the Boys & Girls Club in Hollywood, Florida. After visiting the club, Jim was so inspired and found it was a huge opportunity to help the youth in our community, and so Dunn’s Run was founded to do just that. OCTOBER 2021 • pointpubs.com

Jim was truly one-of-a-kind! He made a lasting impact on the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County by his dedication to our community and his passion for the annual Dunn’s Run. He will be greatly missed, but his legacy will live on through the annual Dunn’s Run and the difference he made in the lives of so many youth. — Matt Organ Co-CEO Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County

“Jim put his heart and soul into this charity. His father died when he was just eight years old, and he got a lesson in charity from his mom who was a visiting nurse. She always found time and some money to gather up turkeys and bring them to disadvantaged families during holidays. He wanted the children without means to have a safe place to get them off the streets and give a better chance at a good life. So, we want this race to be the biggest yet in Jim’s honor,” said Ann Marie Dunn. It wasn’t long before Dunn’s Run had grown into a huge success. Over the years, it grew into one of the largest races in the tri-county area. Dunn’s Run even attracted many famous figures, including Jeb Bush, American politician, and

Allen West, former Congressman. The latter came all the way from Washington D.C. to run through the streets of Deerfield Beach with the American flag. Jim loved that Dunn’s Run always felt patriotic. His favorite moment of Dunn’s Run was always seeing a huge American flag raised above Deerfield Beach from the fire truck. He loved that it was an event built around family for people of all ages, from the young future of our community to its experienced elders. No job was too big or too small for Jim. From the numerous months of preparation in logistics and advertising to make the run a success — to waking up at 2:00 in the morning on race day to make sure all the water stations were stocked and ready to go for the eager runners. It was

Jim put his heart and soul into this charity. His father died when he was just eight years old, and he got a lesson in charity from his mom, who was a visiting nurse. She always found time and some money to gather up turkeys and bring them to disadvantaged families during holidays. He wanted the children without means to have a safe place to get them off the streets and give them a better chance at a good life. So, we want this race to be the biggest yet in Jim’s honor. — Ann Marie Dunn 72 pointpubs.com •

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LEFT first responders at the race BELOW Jim Dunn

TOP TO BOTTOM Lunch time at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Broward County (BGCBC); the clubs focus on academic success; building character and healthy lifestyles is a crucial goal of the BGCBC

About The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County

The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County (BGCBC) is to enable all young people, especially those who need the clubs the most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Over 12,500 youth between the ages of 6-18 years old take part in the core programs at 12 county clubs. The annual membership fee for caregivers to send a child to the BGCBC is only $15; however, the actual cost per member to the organization is $1,380. Events like Dunn’s Run help us offset the expenses, which helps give children a chance at a positive life. Since 1965, Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County has been unwavering in their commitment to the well-being of children and their preparation for future success, providing boys and girls with diverse after-school and summer activities that meet their interests and developmental needs. Clubs are guidance-oriented to help young people develop a system of values related to family, community, and country and make appropriate and satisfying choices in all aspects of their lives. Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County’s formula for impact:

ACADEMIC SUCCESS Every child should graduate high school on time, college or career-ready with the skills they need to succeed in today’s globally competitive workforce. Clubs partner with youth, parents, schools and other community stakeholders to implement three approaches: academic enrichment and school engagement; targeted dropout prevention; and college and career preparedness. GOOD CHARACTER AND CITIZENSHIP Developing America’s next generation of world changers starts today. Programs promote increased community service and safe, nurturing environments that encourage strong, healthy relationships among peers, staff and parents. They also develop leadership skills and provide opportunities for planning, decision-making, contributing to Club and community and celebrating our national heritage. HEALTHY LIFESTYLES Healthy minds need the support of healthy bodies. Clubs provide daily snacks and hot meals, fitness activities and sports leagues, nutrition education, positive use of leisure time, stress reduction, an understanding of healthy relationships, appreciation for the environment and social and interpersonal skills.

his passion to make Dunn’s Run a successful community event, and he would do whatever it takes to make that a reality. “Jim was truly one-of-a-kind! He made a lasting impact on the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County by his dedication to the local community and his passion for the annual Dunn’s Run. He will be greatly missed, but his legacy will live on through the annual Dunn’s Run and the difference he made in the lives of so many youth,” said Matt Organ, Co-CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. Over the years, Dunn’s Run has raised over $3.5 million dollars for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County (BGCBC). The BGCBC assists youth ages 6 – 18 years of age in developing skills and values during their critical development period. Services and programs provided focus on three main core program areas: academic success, good character,

Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County’s impact:

• 96% of Senior Club members graduate from High School, compared to 76% in Broward County • 96% of Club members progress to the next grade level • 83% of high school seniors are enrolled in college • 4.2 MILLION healthy snacks and hot meals have been served since 2011 • 89.3% of parents and 82.4% of members responded that since going to the Club they are interested in doing physical exercise • 97.8% of parents agree or strongly agree that their children are in a safe environment at the Club. • 53.9% of parents strongly believe that the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County enabled them to keep their jobs • For every $1.00 spent, BGCBC generates $18.45 of positive economic impact through increased parental earnings, increased lifetime earnings of additional high-school graduates, averted juvenile arrests, avoided teen pregnancies, and reduced underage drinking, smoking and drug use. • To learn more about the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, visit: bgcbc.org.

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citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County strives to enhance the quality of life for youth as participating members of a diverse urban society. Since founding the event, it has become one of the tri-county area’s largest races, bringing together everyone from competitive runners to companies/corporations to families with young children. The 25th Annual Dunn’s Run will take place on Sunday, Oct. 3 at 7:00am along A1A at Deerfield Beach. You can sign up for a 5-mile run, 5k run, 5k walk, or kids’ fun run by going to www.DunnsRun. com. You can also compete virtually if you prefer, so you can run or walk in the comfort of your own neighborhood and/or still participate if you are not local. Whether you are a competitive runner, are looking to have a fun-filled family morning, or are competing with a corporate team, the 25th Annual Dunn’s Run is sure to be a great community outdoor event. Sign up today and “Run for Jim”! Y

It’s an emotional year for us as a family because Dad was looking forward to this moment for years and 25 is a big milestone. This event has meant a lot to the community and the 25th is extremely significant because of the legacy that Dad was proud to build. He was always competitive and was aiming to make this the biggest one yet. —Sean Dunn

About J.R. Dunn Jewelers

J.R. Dunn Jewelers is a second-generation luxury jeweler that has been family-owned and operated since 1969. The flagship store is located in the heart of South Florida, well known for being an official Rolex jeweler as well as carrying the top designers in luxury jewelry and timepieces like John Hardy, Gucci, Breitling and more. J.R. Dunn is one of the first successful omni-channel retailers in the industry, with a leading e-commerce website serving clients worldwide. J.R. Dunn Jewelers prides itself on providing a superior client experience for each and every person, celebrating life’s most joyous occasions. 74 pointpubs.com •

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LUNCH BY MRS. KOSSENFLOFFER

Pardon me for being a perpetual New Yorker, but I will never get used to our October weather — no matter how long I live in Florida. To me, October symbolizes autumn. So when a trip to the mailbox is tantamount to taking a hot steam, it never ceases to put me in a foul mood. But over the years, I have developed coping mechanisms for a South Florida October. Chief among them is lunch-fordinner. Yes, we all know about breakfast for dinner. But many lunch foods don’t require much actual cooking — which is desirable when the outdoor temperature is still in the high 80s. There’s nothing wrong with a tuna sandwich or Italian sub for dinner. In fact, it’s pretty amazing. And it’s a great excuse to serve potato chips with dinner — a welcome addition to any meal. If serving lunch at dinner time isn’t your jam, consider these ideas for actual lunch. It could be the highlight of the day. And for those who are never going to put this much effort into lunch, consider the dine out ideas to satisfy your cravings.

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If you can’t get to the Côte d’Azur, take a pretend trip to the south of France and make yourself a salad Nicoise. For extra fancy points, pair this salad with a chilled French rose. INGREDIENTS 1 head red leaf lettuce, torn 1 pound baby red potatoes 10 ounces haricots verts or green beans 1 watermelon radish, cut into wedges 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 2 (6 or 7-ounce) cans tuna packed in olive oil, drained 4 hard-boiled eggs ½ cup pitted kalamata olives, sliced Freshly cracked black pepper, for serving Flaky sea salt, for serving For the dressing 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 3/4 cup olive oil 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1 clove garlic grated 2 anchovies, minced (optional, and you can put the rest of the anchovies from the tin on the salad.) PREPARATION Add the potatoes to a medium pot and cover the potatoes with cold water. Add salt to the water and bring to a boil. Cook until the potatoes are tender and can be pierced with a knife, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon or spider, remove the potatoes. Add the haricot vert to the boiling water and cook until they turn bright green, about 1-2 minutes. Drain the vegetables and put them in an ice bath to stop the cooking. Cut the potatoes in half and mix them with just enough dressing to coat the potatoes. Drain the green beans and also toss them with a little dressing. If you can’t envision yourself Arrange all ingredients on composing this salad, the a platter or individual plates Niçoise at Le Val de Loire is a and serve with the dressing perfect choice. And the plus is, on the side. they use fresh seared tuna — a

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OK, you won’t find franks and beans tacos on any menu, but for a plethora of inventive street-style taco choices, check out El Jefe. This fastcasual Mexican joint never disappoints. El Jefe Luchador, 27 S. Federal Highway, Deerfield Beach, jefetaco.com

This lunch is admittedly a touch more low-brow than the others, but it lends credence to the belief that you can place anything within a taco shell for gratifying meal. recipe on page 94

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Salad — it seems so simple, yet so many are disappointments. The fresh watermelon and grilled shrimp salad at Oceanic will exceed all of your shrimp salad expectations — it’s a game-changer. Oceanic, 250 N. Pompano Beach Blvd., Pompano Beach, 954-366-3768

Chopped Salad with Shrimp

AND CREAMY LEMON-DILL DRESSING Serves 2 There is intentionally a lot common ingredients in this salad and the summer rolls. This way you can use up all those fresh veggies you bought. And again, this is a salad; throw in any veggies you love. INGREDIENTS 1 pound cooked shrimp 1/2 head Boston lettuce, torn 1 red or yellow bell pepper, sliced into matchsticks 1/2 English cucumber, chopped or sliced into matchsticks

1-2 scallions, sliced 1/4 cup watermelon radish, chopped 1/2 head radicchio, chopped 1 cup snow pea pods, blanched and sliced Fresh parsley and dill chopped (optional)

For the dressing 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 mayonnaise 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped 1 garlic clove, grated Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

PREPARATION Whisk all the dressing ingredients in a medium bowl. As for the rest, it’s a salad — you know what to do. But, just in case, combine all the salad

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For the real deal summer rolls, head to Pho Lavie. This Vietnamese eatery makes a mean summer roll with plenty of fresh herbs, shrimp and dipping sauces. Admittedly, this is way easier than making them. Pho Lavie, 3321 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach, 954-941-4155

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I intentionally have not given amounts for this recipe because you might want to make just two or three for yourself or a whole bunch for a crowd. Or you can prep a batch of veggies in advance and have them ready to go for some last-minute rolls in a flash. Also, the veggies are just suggestions — use whatever you like, but the fresh herbs really make it. INGREDIENTS Round pieces of rice paper cooked shredded chicken Cucumber, cut into matchsticks Carrots, cut into matchsticks Bell peppers, cut into matchsticks Watermelon radish, cut into matchsticks Snow pea pods, cut into matchsticks Red cabbage, thinly sliced Scallions, cut into matchsticks Fresh cilantro Thai basil Fresh mint Nuoc cham and peanut sauce for dipping (recipes below) PREPARATION Dip the rice paper into a bowl of water until it just barely softens. It will continue to soften once it is out of the water, so don’t leave it in too long, or it will become challenging to work with. Place the rice paper on a damp clean kitchen towel. Grab a small handful of chicken, vegetables and herbs and place them near the bottom of the paper, centered between the left and right, leaving about an inch at the bottom edge. Fold the bottom edge over the vegetables. Fold the left and right sides of the paper towards the center, and then roll the bundle away from you. If you will not eat it right away, place the finished rolls under a damp dishtowel and continue. For the Nuoc Cham 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 1-2 tablespoons fish sauce 1 garlic clove, grated 1/4 cup water Red pepper flakes, to taste Whisk all the ingredients together and serve immediately with the summer rolls. Or store in the refrigerator until ready to use. For the Peanut Sauce 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 1 clove garlic, grated 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated Water to taste (to thin it out) In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except the water. Once combined, add enough water to thin to your liking. OCTOBER 2021 • pointpubs.com

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MEDI-VEGGIE sub

An all-veggie Mediterranean inspired sub is as easy as opening a few cans and jars. Of course, you can throw on some salami or other meat if you so desire. I put it all together and then weight it down beneath a cast iron pan for easier handling. There are many “wet” ingredients, so it is important to use a crusty and chewy loaf of bread to avoid a mushy sandwich — such as a ciabatta bread or a baguette. Again, I haven’t given amounts because it’s a sandwich. At the end of the day, use as much or as little as you like. INGREDIENTS Crusty bread such as ciabatta or a French baguette Roasted red peppers Artichoke hearts Fresh mozzarella Banana peppers Sliced pitted olives, any kind you love Tomatoes, sliced

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If you’re looking for a vegetarian sandwich, the veggie sandwich at the Red Fox fits the bill. With portobello mushrooms, roasted red peppers, grilled onions and gooey provolone, it’s a handful — the good kind. Red Fox Diner, 2041, NE 36 St., Lighthouse Point, 954-783-7714

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PREPARATION Halve the bread length-wise and layer the ingredients on. Drizzle with oil and vinegar. Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper and oregano if using. Weight the sandwich down with a heavy pot for easier handling.

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Red onions, sliced Fresh basil Celery, thinly sliced Olive oil and red wine vinegar (See note) Salt and pepper to taste Dried oregano, optional

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Bonefish Mac’s Sports Grill. AMERICAN Bar food and wide array of televised sports games with a game room for kids. 2002 E Sample Road, 954-781-6227 $

Baja Cafe. MEXICAN A long established local favorite for an

Cap’s Place. SEAFOOD Lighthouse Point’s own hidden seafood joint dating back to prohibition. Take the short boat ride over to the restaurant. 2765 NE 28th Court, 954-941-0418 $$$

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

Fish Shack. SEAFOOD This restaurant used to be a “best kept

secret.” But now that they have moved into the Shoppes at Beacon Light, word is out. The fish shack keeps it simple, serving fresh fish prepared several ways. There is more to the menu but it is called The Fish Shack. 2460 N. Federal Highway, 954-586-4105 $$

Le Bistro. CONTINENTAL Professional chef, Andy Trousdale

serves up both classics and inventive new dishes at this little neighborhood gem. Fresh and local produce is always used and vegetarian, dairy free and gluten free menu items are available. And here’s a note to the wise; the porcini mushroom soup is worth every calorie. The restaurant also offers cooking classes and wine tasting dinners. 4626 N. Federal Highway, 954-946-9240 $$$

Legends Tavern and Grille. AMERICAN Enjoy gastropub fare including sandwiches, burgers, wings, salads and a huge choice of appetizers. 3128 N Federal Highway, 754-220-8932 The Nauti Dawg Marina Café. AMERICAN Nestled in at the

Lighthouse Point Marina, the Nauti Dawg is a local favorite. Start with the tuna wontons—crispy fried wonton wrappers topped with tuna tartare, seaweed salad, red pepper mayo, wasabi and a hit of sriracha. You can’t go wrong with the fresh fish sandwich—ask what the catch of the day is. All sandwiches come with a side. They are a dog-friendly restaurant. 2830 NE 29th Ave. (at the Lighthouse Point Marina), 954941-0246 $$

Papa’s Raw Bar. SUSHI • SEAFOOD The menu goes way beyond typical raw bar offerings with inventive tacos and sliders. Papa’s also offers an impressive array of sushi and sashimi. Try the Donoghue which is made of lump crab meat with spicy mayo and eel sauce and served with taro chips. And to wash it all down, they have about a zillion craft beer options and a good wine list too. 4610 N. Federal Highway, 754-307-5034 $$-$$$ Rocca Trattoria. ITALIAN A small and intimate neighborhood place. Watch owner and chef Lucy prepare your favorite dishes in the open kitchen. 2014 E Sample Road, 954-876-1733

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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. 1310 S. Federal Highway, 954-596-1304 $$

Barracuda Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • BRAZILIAN This

spot by the sea serves seafood with a touch of Brazilian flare such as the bobo de camarao—shrimp sautéed in coconut milk, saffron, palm oil and yucca cream baked in a cast iron skillet. 1965 NE Second St., 954-531-1290 $$

Café Med. ITALIAN Authentic Italian restaurant right on

the ocean with an Italian chef from Rome. Excellent service, coupled with carefully prepared dishes just across from the ocean always provides for a lovely dinner. Live music nightly. Breakfast and dinner available daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-5840 $$$

Casa Maya. MEXICAN Start with a margarita and it only gets better from there. This is not your typical Mexican joint — it’s better. Try gobernador tacos: a combination of shrimp with diced poblanos, onions, tomatoes and cilantro on a crispy corn tortilla topped with melted cheese. See, we told you it’s not ordinary. 301 SE 15th Terrace, 954-570-6101 $$ 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 specials and most of their dinner plates will feed two. Their ma-

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sas de puerco frita and their Little Havana steak are two of the stand-out menu items, aside from their zesty chimichurri. 721 N. Federal Highway, 954-427-6000 $$

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

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

Patio Bar & Grill. CONTINENTAL Enjoy cocktails just feet from the sandy beaches of Deerfield. 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 vibe of this spot on the beach. 2096 NE Second St., (at the Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort) 954-596-8618 $$ 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 $$

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cooking and a very welcoming staff, head over to Calypso. 460 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-1633 $$

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 $$

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 $$$-$$$$

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 $

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 $$ Bella Roma Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. ITALIAN • PIZZA

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

Bobby Rubino’s. BARBECUE • AMERICAN Specials and cou-

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

Brew Fish. BAR AND GRILL Dine outside in the tiki hut over-

looking a canal right in Pompano Beach. Comprehensive menu and attentive staff. 200 E. McNab Rd., 954-440-3347 $$

Briny Irish Pub. IRISH • BAR FOOD At the end of East Atlantic Boulevard, steps from the ocean, is Briny 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

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 $$

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 $-$$

Florida State Booster Club of Broward County. Wings and plenty of bar food is available. 235 S. Federal Highway, 954785-2227 $

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 $$$$

Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN Since they

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

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

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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

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Dining Out 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 $$

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 Italian fare at this family-owned and operated establishment, serving everything from pasta to gourmet specialties like Chicken Gianni’s and fresh seafood. Don’t skip the romaine salad with the blue cheese. Pair your dish with a bottle of wine or cocktail from their full bar. They also offer daily lunch specials Monday – Friday. 1601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-1733 $$ Great Indian Grill. INDIAN If you like Indian food, this place should go on your “must-try” list. Everything we sampled (and we ate quite a bit) was packed with tantalizing Indian spices and flavors representing the many different regional styles of Indian cooking.. 2692 E Atlantic Blvd., 954-532-7872 $$ The Gyro Joint. MIDDLE EASTERN Eat in or carry out. It’s all Greek to me. 165 S. Cypress Road, 954-946-9199 $

Houston’s. AMERICAN Enjoy this contemporary eatery for lunch or dinner. Outdoor bar and seating on the Intracoastal available. 2821 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-9499 $$$ J Mark’s. AMERICAN A relaxing, modern restaurant and bar with food and service to match. 1490 NE 23rd St., 954-782-7000

pect 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.$-$$ Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill. AMERICAN It’s places like Lucky’s that make you happy you live in South Florida. This tiki bar by the sea (just south of the pier) offers simple eats, some top-notch people watching all with an ocean view. A meal or drink at Lucky’s is a laid back dining experience — which might just be what the doctor ordered. The menu includes classic snack foods like coconut shrimp and fish dip to tuna poke nachos. There’s also salads, sandwiches and smash burgers. You can also order to go for a picnic on the beach. 222 N Pompano Beach Blvd. $ Miami Masala. INDIAN Enjoy classic Indian dishes as well as a few more modern ones with an Indian twist. The stuffed Hungarian peppers appetizer, while not being a classic Indian dish, had all the flavors fans of the cuisine crave. Great service by a friendly staff. Try the Indian crepe — crazy good. A daily lunch buffet includes traditional, vegetarian and vegan choices. 900 E Atlantic Blvd., 954-317-1371 $$ 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 en-

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 $$

trées all with a slight Mediterranean influence including housemade hummus and tzatsiki, gyros, spinach pie and more. Have dinner and take a stroll — it’s why we live here, people. 1 N. Ocean Blvd., Ste. 102, (on the northwest corner of Atlantic Boulevard and A1A on the ground floor of the Oceanside One building) 954-401-3131 $$-$$$

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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 comfortable and warm. Inside or out, one can enjoy a truly special evening in the Tuscany-inspired surroundings. Be it drinks from their full bar, a bottle from the copious wine selection or naturally the Italian food, everything is served perfectly. Ex90 pointpubs.com •

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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. 250 N. Pompano Beach Blvd., 954-366-3768

Pho Lavie. VIETNAMESE If you have never had Vietnamese food, you are missing out. This spot will delight you. Everything is so fresh. Go and have some pho (Vietnamese noodle soup), you’ll thank us. 3321 N. Federal Highway, 954-941-4155 $$

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

za 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 $

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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 $

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 $$

Legends Tavern and Grille. AMERICAN With three locations, they must be doing something right. 3128 N Federal Highway, 754-220-8932 $-$$

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

Red Fox Diner. DINER Treat yourself to one of the daily specials at the Red Fox and you just might be able to skip dinner. But if you are in the mood for some comforting diner food, Red Fox never disappoints. Breakfast and lunch served daily. 2041 NE 36th St., (Sample Road) 954-783-7714 $

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 $$

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 $

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Spanx the Hog BBQ. BARBECUE Spanx uses natural ingredi-

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 $-$$

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 $$

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

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

Burger Craze. BURGERS Top quality ingredients come to-

ents and offers dine in, take out, and custom catering. 147 S. Cypress Road. 954-590-8342 $

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 $$

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

from the outside but it’s worth trying. 150 S. Sixth St., 954-7819464 $

Zuccarelli. ITALIAN • PIZZA This place is more than just a piz-

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

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

Charlie’s Fish Fry. SEAFOOD Hey, it’s not quite Martha’s Vineyard but Charlies is a great spot to satisfy a craving for fish and chips. There are plenty of other options — it’s almost like a quick trip to a New England clam bar — almost. 1200 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-573-7198 $$

Charm City. BURGERS Try the emperor — an American kobe

beef patty with aged Swiss, truffled aioli and sautéed mushrooms — a burger fit for a king. 1136 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954531-0300 $$

El Jefe. MEXICAN For a truly inventive take on Mexican street food, this small yet bright and cheery taco joint is full of surprises. 27 N. Federal Highway, 954-246-5333 $ Gelateria. GELATO Offering more than 26 flavors of gelato. Open daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 694428-2850 $ 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. $-$$

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Dining Out 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 $ The Sticky Bun. DELI • BAKERY • Brunch Everyone will find

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 $

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. 2313 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach 954-590-2100. $-$$

Asian Deluxe Cuisine. ASIAN A new and convenient spot for some grab and go favorites. From small bites like crab Rangoon and goyza to a variety of curry and noodle dishes. 2608 N Ocean Blvd., 954-960-5060 $$ Bella Monte Italian Deli. SANDWICHES 2688 E. Atlantic Blvd.,

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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 $ Carlucci’s Brick Oven Trattoria & Pizzeria. ITALIAN Italian favorites and brick oven pizza at the beach. Open lunch and dinner Monday-Thursday 11am-10pm, Friday-Saturday 11am-11pm, Sunday 12-10pm. 3420 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-9463150 $$ Five Girls. BURGERS • PIZZA Check out this cozy, neighborhood joint. Five Girls offers all the classics you crave including burgers, hand cut fries and the owner’s favorite Philadelphia cheesesteaks. 2659 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-8889 $ Jet’s Pizza. PIZZA Try one of the specialty pizzas such as

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

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 includes 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 $$

Nelson’s Diner. DINER Nelson’s diner, which was just purchased 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 $ Snow Time. This spot for treats features bubble tea (boba) in about a zillion flavors. If you are looking for a something new, different and delicious, get thee some bubble tea. Other sweet treats available are paper thin shaven ice cream and authentic Asian snacks. 2482 N. Federal Highway in the Shoppes at Beacon Light, 954-59-6269 $ Sunshine Bagel. BAGELS • DELI Serving up bagels and sand-

wiches in a friendly atmosphere. 260 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-7887498 $

The Chicken Box & More. • SOUTHERN This small spot with

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

The Poké Company. • POKÉ Build your own bowl by choos-

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

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 $

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Smoked Salmon Pizza A friend of mine once pointed out that everyone has a precise way to eat a bagel with smoked salmon. I was perplexed. She went on to say that people are very particular about what toppings they use, what sort of bagel they like and the decision to toast or not to toast. I immediately knew she was right because I, too, have a specific way I like my bagels. I have entirely abandoned the bagel and the cream cheese in this recipe, but I am true to my favorite toppings. INGREDIENTS 1 store-bought pizza dough (see note) 1/2 cup olive oil, plus more for the bowl 2 tablespoons everything but the bagel seasoning 8 ounces smoked salmon 5-6 radishes, thinly sliced 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1 lemon, thinly sliced 2-3 tablespoons capers, drained 1 8- ounce container crème fraîche Fresh dill, optional Greek olives for serving PREPARATION Coat a medium or large bowl with olive oil. Remove the pizza dough from the refrigerator and place it in the bowl. Cover with a damp kitchen towel and let sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Pour 1/4 cup of olive oil onto a 13 x 18-inch sheet-pan. Place the dough onto the pan and stretch it to fit the pan. If the dough snaps back, cover with plastic wrap and let it sit for about 10 more minutes. (You can also roll out the dough on a floured board.) Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Place the oven racks at the top and the bottom. Once the dough is stretched out to fill the pan, cover with plastic wrap and let it sit for about 30-60 minutes until it rises to be almost as tall as the pan. Dip your fingertips into some of the oil on the side of the pan. Using your fingertips, press indentations all over the dough. Sprinkle with the seasoning and bake on the bottom rack for 15 minutes. Then move to the top rack and bake for 5 more minutes until it is golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool before topping. Once the dough has cooled, top with the salmon, radishes, lemons, onions, capers, crème fraîche and dill. Slice and serve. Serve with greek olives on the side. NOTE: I like to use focaccia dough, which is lighter and crispier than pizza dough. But that is a lot more involved. So just buy pizza dough at the bakery. 94 pointpubs.com •

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