Pompano! Magazine August 2016

AUGUST 2016

POMPANO PEEPS

SUMMER IN THE CITY

DINING OUT

100 PLACES TO EAT

POMPANO PICKS

Artists LOCAL HAPPENINGS

AMONG US LIONFISH

THERE’S A NEW FILET IN TOWN

GENERATION GAP

WHAT’S UP WITH THE TATTOOS?

PARENTAL CONTROLS

GEARING UP FOR SCHOOL

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VOLUME 2 NUMBER 8

Pompano!

Our town. Our magazine.

August 2016

36 Artists Among Us

The arts are alive and well. Meet four local artists making a go of it in the competitive world of art.

39 Art Live! 2016

Pompano! and it’s sister publication Lighthouse Point magazine are hosting a live painting and art event on August 11.

42 Taylor’s Closet

One teenager’s community service project has blossomed into a robust organization that serves young women who have been neglected, abused or abandoned.

Grand opening of The Pier Garage in Pompano Beach.

Photo by Jeff Graves

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VOLUME 2 NUMBER 8

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Creatively Speaking

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Pompano Picks

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Fish Tales

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On The Waterfront

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Parental Controls

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Next Generation

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Interior Motives

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Pompano Views

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Dining Out

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Pompano Peeps

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Stake Out

August 2016

Cabin fever.

News and happenings from around the city and beyond: a perfect cup of joe, plenty of libations to enjoy, kids activities and more.

A throwback fishing photo, an accidental catch and a winning team.

A tasty secret.

Back to school.

Understanding tattoos.

The office.

Culture, culture .

When you can’t decide where or what to eat, consult our dining guide. We’ve got you covered.

It’ summer in the city and despite the heat, people are still smiling.

Movies on the lawn.

On the Cover

Art Live! 2016 will be held at Galuppi’s on August 11. See page 36 for more on this fantastic summer tradition.

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CreativelySPEAKING

BY SUSAN ROSSER

Saturday Cabin Fever Some days are worse than others. Lately, I have had a string of dull weekends. Last Saturday, I woke up with a headache, which only served to remind me that I now have a half-cocktail limit; anything more and I wake up in the morning with a completely self inflicted pain in my head which feels as if someone has placed my head in a pressure cooker. I had planned on a Saturday morning yoga class to kick off my weekend, but even the thought of reaching for my toes in a sweltering room filled with sweaty people infinitely more flexible than I am was about as appealing as a meeting with a tax attorney. So I lay in bed perusing Facebook and Instagram, where it seemed as if everyone I had ever met in my entire life was wine tasting in Napa, touring lighthouses in Maine or bicycling in the Berkshires.

So what’s a girl to do? I decided to treat myself to a Starbucks and a pedicure. I get my coffee and walk next door to the nail salon and ask if Patricia is available.

“Nooo, she’s on vacation in the Keys.” You’ve got to be kidding me. There I was feeling sorry for myself because I am not on vacation only to find out even my favorite nail tech is traveling and enjoying the lazy days of summer.

My dear and sensitive husband detected my bad mood (I can’t imagine what gave it away—was it the moping or the general sense of gloom?) and offered to take me out to a lovely lunch. Great, I love lunch. We arrive at the restaurant where the hostess leads us to the least desirable table in a mostly empty restaurant. We politely ask for a different table and are seated at an intimate booth. But somehow her initial plan to hide us in a rear corner by the kitchen made me feel as if I was some sort of undesirable patron who should be hidden from all the fabulous people.

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The next weekend, determined not to let myself fall into the trap of another dull and boring Saturday, I made it to yoga class. In the afternoon my son asked for a ride to Town Center Mall where he was meeting a friend. I decided to do a little shopping of my own while I waited for him—retail therapy to the rescue. As I started down the hallway, a woman approached me with a terrible look of concern. She seemed so distraught that for a moment I thought she was looking for a lost child. Nope. She just wanted to sell me a miraculous face cream. She said “Don’t kill me, but I have a cream that may help you with those sunspots on your face.” I politely declined. But I still wasn’t in a great mood (after all, I was just at the mall, not in Napa Valley,) so I turned around and said “Ya know, maybe I should kill you, because I am in no mood to be told I look like crap today.”

My guess is that she is not going to sell a whole lot of face cream if she leads with an insult. Trying to focus on the positive, I remind myself that while she may have gorgeous skin, I would not want to trade places with her.

Additionally, any spot I have on my face (which I prefer to call freckles) are kisses from the sun earned from years spent enjoying the outdoors.

So although I was feeling sorry for myself because I wasn’t eating lobster in Maine, strolling down the Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris or whale watching in Montauk, I knew I had it pretty good. And I was right.

Later that day I got some bad news about an old friend which reminded me to appreciate all the wonderful things I do have. My great-grandmother always said “If we all put our troubles in the middle of the room, we would all take back our own.”

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Experience movies in a whole new way—in the pool. Snacks and refreshments are available for purchase.

WHERE Houston Sworn Pool, 901 N.W. 10 St. WHEN Friday, August 5 TIME 8pm PRICE Free

TAPPED IN

Take a night off and enjoy Old Town Untapped, Pompano Beach's very own monthly Craft Brew & Arts Festival! A night filled with free craft beer samples from Pompano's own breweries, live music, food trucks, art and more. Located in the heart of Downtown Pompano at Bailey Contemporary Arts.

WHERE Bailey Contemporary Arts, 41 N.E. First St. WHEN Friday, August 5 TIME 6-9pm PRICE Free admission.

Starry Night

Music under the Stars will feature tunes from D Funk and the R&B band Flo Band. Join in on the fun for a casual, relaxing night of music and fun at the Great Lawn (intersection of Pompano Beach and Atlantic Blvds.)

WHERE The Great Lawn, corner of E. Atlantic and N. Pompano Beach Blvds.

WHEN Friday, August 12 TIME 7-9pm PRICE Free For more information, please call 954-786-4111.

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Watch This

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

Movies on the lawn is a monthly event in Pompano Beach. Families can bring their blankets, lawn chairs and picnic baskets to watch a film together. This month's movie is “The Lorax,” based on Doctor Seuss' children's book.

WHERE The Great Lawn, corner of E. Atlantic and N. Pompano Beach Blvds.

WHEN Friday, August 19 TIME 8pm PRICE Free

Mystery Photo

Can you guess where in town this photo was taken? Send your answer to info@pompanomagazine.com.

The first five readers to guess correctly will be featured in the next edition of Pompano!

Mystery Photo Winner: Linda Reedy

This is where we took our Mystery Photo last month.

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Join the crowd by the water for Extreme Kayak Fishing's Summer SLAM Series Part II. The most recent tournament boasted a winning fish weighing a whopping 58.4 pounds. For some great fishing action all day long, come on down and check out the tournament.

Parents, enjoy a night out and leave entertaining the kids to the experts. Children ages 5 to 12 will have a blast playing games, making new friends, creating unique arts and crafts projects and eating pizza while under the care of dedicated recreation professionals. Space is limited, so be sure to register early.

WHERE Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 N.E. Sixth Street WHEN Friday, August 12 TIME 6-11pm PRICE $10 per child For more information, please call 954-786-4111

WHERE South of Pompano Beach Pier WHEN August 27 TIME 9am - 4pm PRICE Anglers/$150 registration fee. The event is free for spectators.

To register for the tournament or simply learn more, please visit extremekayakfishing.com

REFLECT

Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA) has a new exhibition that will encourage viewers to playfully reflect on their own sense of identity. “SWIMMING with NARCISSUS,” curated by Pompano Beach artist Lisa Rockford, is a series of atypical self-portraits by a variety of artists and photographers. Instead of creating realistic depictions of the self, each artist took a contemporary approach. Representations of the self may be distorted and altered, resulting in a diverse embodiment of identity. Each piece is thus a conceptual meditation on the psyche, rather than the body.

WHERE BaCA, 41 N.E. First St. WHEN July 6 - August 13 TIME Tuesday through Friday:

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PERK UP WHERE Bailey Contemporary Arts, 41 N.E. First Street WHEN Saturday, August 13 TIME 10am-12pm PRICE $25 per session For questions, call BaCA at 954-786-7867 Space is limited

The Brew Series at Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCa) will gather coffee enthusiasts to enjoy beverages and instruction by Blooming Bean Coffee Co. Each session includes: • • • •

Expert brewing instruction from local roaster, Blooming Bean Coffee Co. Information and samples of three different roasts from Blooming Bean Coffee Co. Coffee and treat pairings with home-baked goods from Lovewell Baking Co. Bag of whole coffee beans to go.

Attendees must register through eventbrite at eventbrite.com/e/the-brew-series-at-baca-session-one-tickets-26392067384

Brewin’ up a Storm It looks as though Pompano Beach will get a brand new brewery. Holy Mackerel Brewing is currently renovating a warehouse in hopes of opening a full-fledged brewery by the end of the year. The man behind the name is Bobby Gordash, winner of the 1996 Sam Adams LongShot Homebrew contest.

With beers like Panic Attack and Special Golden Ale under his belt, Pompano will welcome him with thirsty bellies. The Holy Mackerel Brewery Company plans to finish construction by the end of the year. Holy Mackerel will be the fourth brewery to root itself in the Pompano Beach community.

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Wine About it The annual Pompano Fine Food and Wine Festival is quickly approaching. Enjoy food from your favorite local restaurants, including Cafe Maxx, Papa’s Raw Bar and many more. The festival boasts a wide and prestigious selection of wines.

Don’t miss this delectable dining opportunity.

WHERE Sheraton Suites, 555 N.W. 62 Street, Fort Lauderdale WHEN Tuesday, September 20, 2016 TIME VIP 5:306:30, MAIN EVENT 6:30-9:00 PRICE VIP tickets are $85 each, or four for $300; Main Event tickets are $60 each or four for $200.

ROCK ON UB40 (featuring Ali Campbell with Astro & Mickey Virtue, the founding members of the legendary reggae/ pop ensemble) blazed a multicultural, musical path with such global hits as “Red Red Wine” and “(I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You.” UB40 is coming to Pompano Beach for a series of summer dates. Special guest Jo Mersa Marley will open the show.

WHERE The Amp (Pompano Beach Amphitheater) WHEN Monday, August 15 TIME 8pm PRICE $25-$65 For more info visit theamppompano.com

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Something’s Fishy Paul Scholar caught a snook on the intracoastal in 1965 when he was 11 at N.E. 7th. “I tied it to my bike to get it home. It was a great day,” he recalls about his childhood fihsing experience.

The champion “Sailsmen” of the 2016 Salt Water Slam boast their winning fish.

Got Fish? “Fish Tales” is less about how to catch fish and more about the people who endeavor to catch them.

Catch your first sailfish—send us a photo. Travel to Australia and catch a black marlin—we would love to share it with

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your neighbors. Did your grandchild catch a ridiculously little fish, but it was his or her very first fish—please send those wonderful moments for all to enjoy. Email to richard@pompanomagazine.com or text to 954-234-8518.

Christina Cerrone went kite fishing in Key West in an attempt to catch some sailfish. Surprisingly, she and the others on the boat came in with a pair of wahoo, a bunch of mahi-mahi and a tuna, all on mono line.

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Eat ’em to Beat ’em

BY JIM MATHIE

The best tasting seafood secret is out. Whole Foods Market recently started selling lionfish in all 26 of their Florida stores. Now there will be no keeping this seafood secret from going mainstream. And that’s a good thing.

Selling them directly to the consumer is one way to help with the “eat ’em to beat ’em” philosophy.

When properly prepared, the pure white filet has a somewhat flaky texture that is a bit firmer than halibut.

It has an almost sweet, freshwater fish flavor. It’s a great eating fish, whether it’s fried, baked, sautéed or prepared into a ceviche.

There’s even the Lionfish Cookbook available from reef.org, now in its second edition. The cookbook not only gives you great recipes using lionfish in appetizers and entrées, it gives great information on how to effectively catch, handle and prepare lionfish.

Although diving is still the best way to harvest lionfish, the ordinary consumer doesn’t even have to get wet. Now they can just head to Whole Foods Market.

An invasive species

Lionfish have a ferocious appetite, eating many juvenile reef fish including baby grouper and snapper.

As an invasive species, there are few natural predators of lionfish in this area. Left unchecked, our prized food fish resources will dwindle.

Lionfish are typically found in the Pacific but were first spotted in South Florida off Dania Beach in 1985. A documented aquarium release in 1992 during Hurricane Andrew released six lionfish into Biscayne Bay. By 2000, they were found in Georgia and the Carolinas.

Up until recently, only divers knew how appetizing

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lionfish are. A few restaurants and local seafood stores had them available, but lionfish hadn’t gone mainstream yet.

Divers have been great in adding lionfish to their catch, and many lionfish derbys have been held throughout Florida. This past April, the Florida Wildlife Commission (FWC) approved additional incentives to encourage divers to harvest more lionfish.

If divers remove 50 or more lionfish between May 14 and September 30, they will receive a commemorative coin and T-shirt. The diver will be featured in the FWC’s Lionfish Hall of Fame and be eligible for prizes, including lionfish harvesting gear, fuel cards and dive tank fills. The FWC has even created the title of Florida Lionfish King or Queen for the person who harvests the most lionfish during that time period.

A word of caution

From an underwater hunting standpoint, Florida spiny lobster and lionfish co-habitat is the same area. Here is a word of caution: if you see spiny lobster in the reef, then be aware, lionfish are usually nearby. The lionfish have 18 venomous spines for protection and getting stung is agony. Special harvesting tools designed to make spearing them easier and safer are available. The pole spears are modified specifically for lionfish, and there’s even a lionfish ZooKeeper® device, which allows the diver to place them directly into a protective tube.

The safest way to deal with a lionfish is to trim the spines entirely.

Unlike most fish, lionfish don’t swim very fast, so they are relatively easy to shoot. Lionfish harvesting is a great way to eventually transition to full-scale spearfishing while also protecting the reef.

In locations where the divers have been able to harvest lionfish, the population has been contained.

However, getting the commercial divers involved will require a financial incentive. Having Whole Foods Market lionfish helps with the economic rules of supply and demand. As the consumer realizes how tasty lionfish are, the demand will increase and the seafood secret will be less and less of a secret. And that’s called a win-win on the waterfront.

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Back to School The summer is coming to an end and school is quickly approaching. Deadlines for summer projects are near, and the mad rush to buy school supplies is on. There are many things we do to prepare our kids to go back to school. We address their emotional needs and anxiety about starting a new year or perhaps a new school; we accomodate their

BY DR. JILL SELLBACK

Preschool-8 years

It is important to keep the lines of communication open. Early on speak to your children about medicine they see you take, or that you give them. Explain why it is necessary. Speak to kids about characters seen on television who smoke etc. and why this is harmful to the human body. Encourage your child to ask questions, and speak in a very calm, matter-offact manner.

8-12 years

When speaking to older kids you can ask them open-ended questions about what they think. This way they can really express their ideas rather than respond with a “yes” or “no” answer. Bring up issues in the media such as athletes using drugs or music icons to discuss. Remember to show your kids that you’re listening and really paying attention to their concerns and questions.

Ages 13 to 17

material needs, making sure they have all the necessary supplies; and we meet their physical needs, assuring they are given good food to start the day and for lunch. There is one other thing to consider. This is especially true for middle school aged kids and older. Are we arming our children with knowledge? Especially knowledge about drugs and alcohol.

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This is where it can get tricky. At this stage your child will have exposure to kids who use alcohol or drugs. Compound this problem with the fact that they are driving cars and boats.

It is important to keep speaking to your child about the dangers of drugs and alcohol and how substances negatively affect brain and body development, motivation, athletic and academic success, as well as peer and family relationships. Inform your child about the legal consequences as well as the health consequences.

Be clear about where your family stands with regard to consequences of using substances. This way, your child has all the information up front and there is no ambiguity on your stance. Develop an understanding with your child to help keep them out of trouble. “I [CONTINUED ON PAGE 24] will pick you up, no

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Make an agreement about driving. Who is allowed in the vehicle and what happens if someone is drinking or using drugs while your child is driving? As a parent you can agree to pick your kids up at any time if they call you when the person responsible for driving has been drinking or using drugs. Be sure to get to know your teen’s friends and their parents. Family time at this point is as important as ever. Maintaining open communication and continuing to be a guiding presence in your teen’s life is critical.

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Be sure to affirm the good choices your teen makes and let him or her know that you believe in them and trust them. Give your teen examples of their good behavior that you have seen to illustrate their strength. Prepare your teen that they will be faced with other teens offering them drugs or alcohol and role play a few simple things to say: “No thanks.” or “Not right now.” Encourage participation in activities that make your child feel a part of something bigger than they are, which will give them a sense of pride.

The Hanley Center Foundation in Palm Beach County recommends that parents and teens create a code word or phrase to say if they are in a precarious position. They can call, say the word or phrase to a parent and the parent can make arrangements to meet the child and pick him or her up. Offer to stay on the phone with your child until you arrive. This gives your teen a way out of a potentially bad situation while still saving face with peers.

Things for parents to know

Remind your teen that alcohol and drugs are illegal and harmful. It is also important to note that in a world where it seems as though all teens are drinking that fewer than 25 percent actually are. Become informed by visiting web sites that educate parents on alcohol and drug use in teens. Sources of information are the Palm Beach County Substance Awareness Coalition, the Untied Way of Broward County Commission on Substance Abuse and The Hanley Center Foundation, to name a few. Know the behavioral signs and physical symptoms of drug or alcohol abuse. If you do suspect that your child is using seek professional guidance to asses the situation and determine your next steps. A call to First Call For Help (211) will also give resources.

Sources: The Hanley Center Foundation.

Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality. (2015).

Behavioral health trends in the United States: Results from the 2014 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (HHS Publication No. SMA 15-4927, NSDUH Series H-50).

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

(2013). Results from the 2013 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: Summary of National Findings, NSDUH Series H-48, HHS Publication No. (SMA) 14-4863.

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Skin Deep

BY WINI GLUNT

THE TATTOO GENERATION GAP

Growing up, we were always told that tattoos and piercings will ruin your future. It was a very one-sided argument, but my mother stuck to it. She thought that by adorning our temples with art, we would be seen as unfit for employment. I guess to her it was more like going downtown and tagging a wall. My dad was a bit different than my mother. He wasn’t against tattoos or piercings per se, but he did have reservations on their impact in a professional setting. He always used to say he was going to get a tattoo one day: a colorful, hockey-themed piece on the back of his thigh, He wanted the secondary logo of the Florida Panthers. I say “wanted” because he still hasn’t gotten it done and I wonder if

he ever will. My dad balanced the harsh views of my mom, but it still wasn’t enough to convince them that there is no link between

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tattoos and the ability to work. I thought it would be a neverending battle between my parents and me. Either I go ahead and adorn myself as I please, or they win and send me to a convent.

My mother went through a series of stages. Initially, she was completely against tattoos and piercings before any of her offspring were legally allowed to get one. Whenever we would mention them or ask if one day the dream would become reality, she would scoff and laugh like we told her a knock-knock joke and hit her with the punchline. I was not the first child who would test the tatoo waters with our mother. My two older sisters gained that right of passage before me. Lucky for me, I got to sit back and take notes. As a younger sibling, I can honestly confirm that learning from your older siblings is a job. They unknowingly taught me how to sway my mother in my favor. Take it from me, always pay attention when your siblings and parents are arguing.

When I turned 18, it was time to put that theory to the test. I was a senior in high school. With commencement only a week away, I had plans to get my lip pierced the day of my graduation ceremony. All this time, my mother would try to drill it into my brain that this would be an impossibility under her roof. I found a loophole when I started touring colleges earlier in the year. My sisters were supporters of my rebellious plans and set it up as a surprise to take me to the tattoo shop themselves and pay for my lip piercing.

My mother had a fair fight between one of her daughters, but she was forced to admit defeat when the three of us arrived as a united front. That, and she wouldn’t have to look at it too long before I moved out.

[CONTINUED ON PAGE 28] A few months passed and back at

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home my family was dealing with the death of my grandmother.

When I came home for the holidays soon after, a friend of mine made an appointment to get her third tattoo, so I tagged along and decided to get my first. It was very last minute, but I knew exactly what I wanted it to say. It was something my mother told me when she saw my struggle with the passing of my gran. She is the one who told me I had to focus on the good and remember the way she was in life and forget about the way she was in death. Life is what made the person special. These words, which my mother spoke, inspired me to get “Remember the way she lived,” on my left shoulder. My mom had no idea I was going to get this done, but when she saw it she smiled. I don’t think she realized that not all tattoos are skin deep. Even more importantly, I don’t think she realized the impact of the exact words she had spoken to me until she saw this tattoo.

This past April was my 24th birthday, and to celebrate, I wanted to get a tattoo that I had been developing for more than five years.

It was going to be something referred to as a Dark Mark taking up the entirety of my forearm, (yes–inspired by the Harry Potter series) which was a rather big snake slithering out of a skull.

I knew by now that whatever opinions my parents had were outweighed by my age and eagerness to go against the grain. My mother just accepted it and laughed it off. The contrast between her reaction to my first piercing and my latest tattoo still astounds me to this day.

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We were all in the kitchen the other day when my dad mentioned that one of his cousins saw a post on Facebook of my Dark Mark tattoo and they asked for my father’s opinion. I was rolling my eyes justing thinking about my parents’ reactions to my tattoo, but was interrupted by my dad’s surprising and sincere opinion.

“You are old enough to make your own decisions,” he started, “and I think what you have there is a beautiful tattoo. I love the bright colors, and the drawing and I even love that it’s from Harry Potter. I think it’s cool and it looks like you.” My mother sat and listened and she nodded her head in agreement. “It is very you, and the colors are very nice.”

Hearing these words from my parent’s own mouths solidified the fact that my parents will always see the good in me and my choices. Their reaction also confirmed the fact that my mother is an expert at playing it nice. I know she is not a big fan of this tattoo and she may never be, but she tried to point out the good in it and she continues to try and see things through my eyes. Parents may not always agree with you, but if you pick your battles wisely, they may warm up to the idea that you’re different and that different is a great thing to be.

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BY DAWNE RICHARDS

My childhood home was not full of art. I was, however, raised by parents (ok, a mother) who took me to many of the incredible venues in NYC (my father, on the other hand, loved to imitate the Nutcracker ballerinas – not a pretty sight from a burly maître d’ named Rocky). While Rocky worked, mom and I would board the subway from Queens every Saturday to venture into Manhattan.

Ahh, Manhattan! Home, of course, to some of the finest art galleries in the world, as well as legendary performing arts spaces, not just Lincoln Center (which housed those Nutcracker ballerinas). These venues likely evoke grand visions in us all: Broadway. Carnegie Hall. The Metropolitan Museum of Art (the “Met”, which is the largest art museum in the United States).

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). Radio City Music Hall.

Eventually, we left the city for the countryside (read: “vast cultural wasteland”) of New Jersey. We found ourselves in a small town near the ocean, with no sidewalks, no city water and certainly no art. Not “very little” art—no art at all. Henceforth, we continued our Saturday treks to the cultural mecca, now a bus ride away.

This magical childhood was one that I attempted to mimic when raising our children near Washington, D.C., as much a cultural center as a political one. When we moved to South Florida, I was insistent that this not be an “art mecca to wasteland” migration. Back then, South Florida was not considered a center of art and culture by any stretch of the imagination (remember the International Museum of Cartoon Art in Boca Raton?)

Nevertheless, we took advantage of every opportunity to expose our three kids to art and culture and managed to produce young adults who are now fervent arts supporters.

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What of Pompano Beach’s arts community today? Ever since the publication of Richard Florida’s Rise of the Creative Class in 2004, cities all over the world have taken note of the energy and growth of municipalities that infuse art in their revitalization initiatives, from public art installations to new iconic arts venues.

Pompano Beach has taken note. In 2012, the City

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Commission adopted a public art ordinance to make this vision a reality, with an eye toward improving both quality of life and economic prosperity. Contained in Pompano’s draft Public Arts Master plan are over two dozen projects slated for the next ten years; we’ve already seen some of these, such as the Painted Pompano series (the 12 fish now “swimming” throughout the city) and the magnificently restored Bailey Contemporary Arts building (BaCA). Both the downtown and beach areas are targeted for many more projects.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 10 percent of the entire state’s population working in the “arts, design, entertainment, sports and media” fields are right here in our metropolitan area. Let’s support these efforts and see about doubling that. Will “BaCA” ever be as recognizable as “MoMA”? Perhaps not, but we can dream.

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MUSINGS ON SOMEWHAT-CURRENT EVENTS NIRP an ZIRP

We have been living with ZIRP, which is NIRP’s cousin, for the last seven-and-a- half-years. If you think ZIRP is bad, wait until you see NIRP. ZIRP stands for Zero Interest Rate Policy, which is set by the central bank. Its intended purpose is to stimulate job and economic growth. It also explains why your certificate of deposit only pays you six cents a month.

Enter NIRP, coming soon to a country near you. This is an acronym for Negative Interest Rate Policy. Translation: You pay the bank for holding your money.

Before you start laughing at the idea, be aware that the European Central Bank put negative interest rates in place two years ago—the only thing this has stimulated is a demand for mattresses.

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Instead of allowing you to choose a number for firmness, the bed comes with numbers for the combination to a safe built into the mattress. The safe occupies just half of the mattress. That is the firm side.

The Problem with Primates

A four-year-old boy, whom I have dubbed The Cincinnati Kid, caused a furor when he fell into the gorilla pit at the zoo.

The actions of the zookeepers polarized the populace. One side favored shooting the gorilla, while the other side wanted the animal tranquilized. Officials quickly discounted a third option: Shoot the parents and let the gorilla raise the kid.

I mention this incident because, as a result of it, zoos are planning to close their dangerous animal exhibits. Ecologists have suggested that the lions, tigers, bears, gorillas, etc. be deposited

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in the Everglades to create a more varied menu for the Burmese pythons. The hope is that the pythons then will eat fewer of our native species. What could possibly go wrong with this plan?

Primary Colors

It long has been thought that we, the people, elect the person who will be the nominee for president for each party. What a rude awakening we got from this year’s elections, or, as I call it, the Primary Cirque du Soleil.

First, the Democrats: The Democratic Party has super delegates. In reality, these are X-Men (and women). At the convention they may vote for anyone they like, as many times as they wish. They use their super powers to override the voters who cast ballots in the state primaries. As far as I know, they do not wear capes, nor can they fly.

The Republicans: They don’t have super delegates. They have “maybe” delegates. Maybe they will vote for you-- unless they don’t like you, then maybe they won’t. If a candidate has 1,237 delegates on the first ballot, he or she is the nominee. Period.

Unless, of course, the rules committee changes that number or decides that the candidate must have the letter “B” in his name.

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Lori Pratico

The artists featured in Art Live! 2016 event are some of the most unique and intriguing creators in South Florida. There’s João Paulo Gonçalves, an artist who uses blocks of wood to paint with shadows and light; Shane Mesmer, a street chalk artist who was the featured artist in Lake Worth’s street painting festival last year; Lori Pratico, a community muralist and philanthropist who created Girl Noticed, a national art project aimed to empower women in all 50 states; and Sarah Oliver, a “prophetic” hand painter who uses her sensory intuition to create evocative abstract paintings and who has created a therapeutic coloring book to help artists get unblocked.

ARTISTS AMONG US

BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

LORI PRATICO

Lori Pratico is the co-founder and artist for Girl Noticed, a nationwide charcoal mural project aimed at illuminating the hidden strength and importance of women in society.

The idea was to create large, outdoor murals in all 50 states over the course of three years, each depicting one important woman who deserved to be noticed. Photographs of the murals by photographer Elizabeth Sanjuan have helped ensure the posterity of the project and its subjects.

So far, Pratico has created murals depicting a wide variety of admirable girls and woman including a breast cancer survivor, a shy pre-teen who needed to claim her voice and a 15-year-old who died of lymphoma. The subjects are chosen through a community nomination process. Once chosen, Pratico puts on her signature red bandana, climbs atop and ladder and creates beautiful, largescale imagery of the subject somewhere visible in their community.

Pratico says she was inspired to create the project after she saw a documentary called Girl Rising about the cycle of poverty for girls around the world. She said after seeing the film, she knew that “if a girl was given an opportunity at a young age to be noticed, it

could change her life.”

Pratico remembers what it was like to go from a fearless 7-year-old, courageous enough to climb the biggest tree and jump from the highest step, to a fearful, insecure, pre-teen.

“I’m not exactly sure when it happened, but looking back I can understand why this wide-eyed, hopeful, full-of-spirit and guts kid all of a sudden was afraid of everything,” Pratico writes. “I suppose it was because the steps I used to jump from also led to the house where I never quite felt good enough. My accomplishments seemed insignificant and my dreams were dismissed.”

Yet Pratico says she was one of the lucky ones.

“I was a lucky one because a handful of special people in my life recognized my thoughts and dreams and validated my ideas, and believed in me, so my hope stayed alive,” writes Pratico. “Not all girls are so lucky.

Some will have their spirit and hope ripped from them at an early age, never to realize their full potential. Others, it will happen later in life, maybe when they’ve reached an age where their bodies begin to change and their value and self worth is dismissed

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Shane Mesmer

by society and its demands to be young and perfect.”

Whatever the case, Pratico hopes that her murals will capture the power inherent in each of her subjects and inspire women to value their voice, power and worth.

“I notice,” writes Pratico. “I notice it in the eyes of every woman and girl I meet. I notice it in the lines they have formed around their mouths or how high they hold their head.

This is what I wish to express in my portraits.

The strength, courage and tenacity in every woman. Why now? Because everyday a girl or woman is left unnoticed is a day too long.”

JP GONÇALVES

At first glance JP Goncalves’ latest piece— the “Girl with the Pearl Earring”—looks like nothing more than square wooden pegs, stacked and lined in neat little rows on the inside of a wooden frame. If one gets closer, however, it becomes apparent that the ends of these wooden blocks are jagged, each peg cut at a different angle and placed strategically within the frame. Still, the mind is perplexed as to what exactly this strange canvas is. That is until JP flicks on the spotlight in his humble garage studio in Deerfield Beach, FL. When the spotlight turns on, the picture suddenly appears. The smooth line of the girl’s graceful jaw, the depth of her piercing

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eyes, even the shimmer on her skin appears.

It feels like witnessing an elaborate magic trick. When the light shuts off, the image quickly disappears once more as if it just evaporated before your eyes. The mind is left straining, struggling to recall the image it saw just moments before. One can faintly recall the picture like the after image of a camera flash. JP describes his work as “painting by angle.”

“Each individual block has a different angle, and each individual angle gives a different value of light,” JP explains. “The higher angles—like 45 degrees—gives a dark shade. A zero-degree piece, a flat piece, is as bright as you can get. Once you put them together, there’s contrast and it gives the piece value. It’s almost like black and white printing. Like little dots or pixels. It’s not that complex. It’s like a big puzzle.”

Next to the puzzle, Gonçalves has about a dozen Rubbermaid tupperware, each filled with wooden pegs and organized by angles. To the right of the canvas, he has a printout of the painting, marked in a grid and numbered according to the gradient value, which corresponds with the blocks in the tupperware.

Goncalves swears it’s easy, but then again he’s always had a knack for seeing things three dimensionally. At the age of 7, Golcalves was able to fold pieces of computer paper

into three-dimensional cars.

“There was already something in me that allowed me to see things three-dimensionally.

It’s always been my natural inclination,” said Goncalves.

SHANE MESMER

Shane Mesmer had already been a graphic designer for nearly two decades when she first discovered chalk street art 12 years ago. She had just moved to Lake Worth and stumbled upon the town’s street painting festival, which happens to be one of the largest in the country.

“I had never seen anything like it. There were these terrific artists just taking chalk and making these beautiful, large-scale pieces on the street. I was mesmerized. I said, I have to try it. I did and I love it. I was hooked, like that,” Mesmer said snapping her fingers.

“I never stopped and I’ve been doing it ever since.”

Last year, Mesmer was one of the featured artists in the Lake Worth festival.

It can be very challenging.

“The elements are a challenge for sure. We are working on a road. It’s not a nice, neat little piece of canvas in an air-conditioned studio. We deal with the elements, the surface. Every road is different, every piece of concrete and asphalt, accepts the chalk

differently and you have to adapt to the wind, rain, sun and heat. All of those things have to be in your favor to give you the best piece possible. Also the scale of it. We’re working on pieces that are 12 feet by 12 feet, which is huge. You have to have a lot of patience and stamina. It’s very physically challenging. You could be working on a painting for 20 hours and in five minutes, it’s gone.

But that’s the nature of chalk art. Like JP’s shadow art, it can be illusive. One second it’s there, the next it’s gone.

Working on such a large surface can be difficult to keep perspective too. Mesmer uses a technique called pouncing.

“It’s basically­­an old Italian technique.

It was used on the Sistine Chapel and it’s basically creating a stencil. I print it out large scale and I poke holes in it. When I get to the street I put the piece of paper down and chalk in the holes. When I lift it I’ve got a pattern of just the outline so I know where my lines need to be. I’ll color it in like a big coloring book.”

Other chalk artists do what is called “gridding” in which they create a large grid and then work one square at a time.

Mesmer loves the raw nature of it all.

“That’s the fun part. I mean street art is things you can find around your house,” said Mesmer, whose took kit consists of things like carpet pieces, a foam sponge, a toothbrush and lots of duct tape.

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Sarah Oliver

Lori Pratico

Shane Mesmer

Sarah Oliver

João Paulo Gonçalves

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SARAH OLIVER

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Oliver had been doing permanent makeup for 22 years when, in 2014, she had a spontaneous urge to paint. At first, she thought the idea was silly.

“I can remember saying, well I’m not a painter. I said it out loud. And the next thing that came to me was, well what would it hurt to try?” Oliver recounts. “So I went home and took out some paints from when my kids were little and I started to paint. I thought, oh my goodness, I’m painting.”

The discovery felt revolutionary, like she had been guided to paint. Soon after, she attended an artisan’s conference in the Carolinas. When she arrived, she felt completely out of her league. She looked around at the other 30 to 40 professional artists and grew intimidated.

“I mean, I had never taken a painting class—ever,” she said.

Then the strangest thing happened.

“I was raising my paint brush to the canvas, trying to pretend like I knew what I was doing, and all of a sudden it felt like someone pushed my hand down,” Oliver recounts. “I start again. I get a little more

paint on the brush and I go back up to the canvas. And again, I feel my hand pushed down. I’m thinking, ok, go with it. So I put the paint brush down and I start painting with my hands. I painted the whole painting with my hands. And it was the most beautiful, intimate experience. And so, I really use very little brushes ever since.”

By surrendering to the moment, Oliver says she discovered a type of organic, sensory painting, which has become her signature style in the last several years.

“Typically when I’m painting, I will walk to the canvas and have absolutely no clue what’s going to go on the canvas. Artists have different ways that we get those inklings, that we get those knowings. For me, more often than not it is sensory,” Oliver said. “I’ll just walk up to the canvas and then I’ll just kind of wait. It’s moving with the essence of whatever is going on or whatever is coming to me. It’s very intuitive.”

Painting in this way can be very therapeutic.

“It’s an expression of what’s within,” Oliver said.

As a way of getting in touch with this inner “essence,” Oliver recently created a coloring book called “Let it Flow.” She uses it in workshops to help others heal and “break though creative blocks that they come up against.”

“It’s a neat tool I’ve used for creative breakthroughs,” said Oliver, who plans on expanding her line of coloring books.

The next book, she says, will be called “The Essence of Beauty.”

As a beauty professional for over two decades, Oliver says she’s had a lot of experiences with women grappling with their own sense of inner and outer beauty.

Oliver says for her, beauty (like her art) “is fluid.”

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What started as a 14-year-old’s simple idea—donating clothing to girls in need—quickly blossomed into multiple programs aimed at empowering some of the area’s most vulnerable girls. Taylor’s Closet, a Pompano Beach nonprofit founded in 2005, opens the hearts of girls hardened by neglect, abuse and abandonment in South Florida. While free designer clothing gets girls in the door, the Taylor’s Closet programs help them heal and transform into selfconfident, purposeful and successful young women.

The exterior of Taylor’s Closet is a fairly nondescript, grey, building, but inside is like a vibrant, designer clothing boutique. Chic dresses, silk blouses, glamorous bags and fashionable jeans line the walls. A contemporary chandelier hangs in the center of the room over a formal round dining table where girls in the program dine together several times a week. A plush chaise lounge rests outside the dressing room with its velvet curtains. In the back of the building is a room where volunteers host art workshops and small groups. The smell of fresh-baked cookies wafts in the air to make newcomers feel welcome.

The building has served as a second home to hundreds of girls from South Florida who were nominated to be a part of the Taylor’s Closet family. How it works is fairly simple: Leaders at 20 service organizations across South Florida nominate girls to shop at Taylor’s Closet. The “closet” is stocked with brand new designer clothing donated by national designers including XOXO and Michael Kors. Once nominated, a volunteer with Taylor’s Closet screens the candidate and schedules a shopping appointment with a Taylor’s

Closet “stylist” (volunteers who double as mentors). The session begins with a small art project, then shopping and trying on clothes. Clothes are just the beginning. Phase two, “Awaken,” includes ten weeks of therapeutic small groups in which the girls form friendships, learn about themselves and take part in topical discussions. Phase three, “Blossom,” includes one-on-one mentorship and life coaching. All the phases use art as a means of accessing stored emotion.

The Backstory

The story of Taylor’s Closet is one marked by moments of serendipity and what Linda Giambattista would call divine inspiration. What started as her 14-year-old daughter Lindsay’s small seedling of an idea—to donate clothes to girls in need— quickly transformed into a project with scope and weight.

At the time Linda was homeschooling Lindsay. As a high school requirement, Lindsay needed community service hours. With more free hours in the day than the typical teen, Linda encouraged her daughter to do something grand. When Lindsay proposed the simple idea of donating her clothes, Linda was rather disappointed.

“I was like, that’s just silly,” Linda said. “What do you mean you’re going to just give your clothes away? That will only take like two hours. You need more.”

But Lindsay was adamant. Giving clothes away was what was on her heart. She had always loved clothes and knew they were important for a teenage girl to feel confident and secure. She started writing letters to people in the local community for clothing donations and within seven weeks had received a whopping 70 garbage bags full. Her small, colorful room was stuffed full of them. Linda looked around and said, “We don’t know any girls in need. We better find some, because what in the world are we going to do with all these?” she laughed. “I mean, we never thought through the whole thing.”

Linda reached out to a close friend, Doug Sauder, who was the president at the time of 4Kids, a South Florida non-profit that helps orphans.

Coincidentally, Sauder had an upcoming charity event on a cruise ship in the Pompano Beach boat parade at which a group of local foster girls would be in attendance. Sauder suggested Linda and Lindsay set up a clothing store on the boat.

“Let’s just see what happens,” he said.

“So we set up our tiny little store with some clothes and we were blown away,” Linda said. “These girls walked in so hard and so distant. They wouldn’t even talk to us at all. They were like, ‘who are these two white women who think they’re going to befriend us.’ Lindsey was like, ‘let’s pull out the clothes. Let’s get them over to the clothes.’ And it was like this immediate bond and

connection through clothing. They began to like us—open up to us, talk to us, tell us their stories. We were all weeping and crying together. We knew at that moment that clothing had power.”

Sauder saw the miraculous transformation in the girls. He said, “I think we have to do this permanently.”

He suggested Linda and Lindsay adopt a space and offered them a small, 400-square-foot corner of the 4Kids building. Lindsey had her own store and was thrilled.

“We started having girls come in on Saturdays. We saw maybe 20 girls a month, just to come in and shop. That’s all we did. They came in and shopped, and we loved on them and told them they were beautiful, and then they left. That was it. And that was fine,” said Linda. But from the beginning, Linda and Lindsay could sense the organization’s natural potential. They were amazed by how it all just blossomed.

“We didn’t do anything. We really didn’t. We sent out a little letter and 70 bags came. We went on a boat and then we got a store. So it just all organically happened. And we knew that was what we wanted to always remember: that it all happens organically.”

Growth

Taylor’s Closet has continued to grow in this organic fashion ever since. In 2009, Taylor’s Closet was offered a two-story building from Christ’s Church that was about to be leveled. The building needed $350,000 worth or renovations including new air conditioning, plumbing, roofs, floor, ceiling and fixtures.

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“We didn’t have any money, so we just began this major prayer effort and asking people to connect us,” said Linda.

The response was shocking.

“Everybody in the community came forth and paid for it. One person came in and said I’ll give you the ceiling. Another said I’ll give you the floors. I’ll give you the toilets. It was like this major project and we didn’t pay for one thing. It was crazy,” said Linda.

Now, the once run down building looks like a luxurious boutique clothing store, and the organization has three phases of programming. The first phase, Reveal, is the shopping phase: the girls first participate in a small art project then go shopping and try on clothes.

“When the curtain closes, the stylist sits outside the dressing room and asks questions They get a lot of information—basic information—but it leads the stylist to know what’s going on in their life,” said Linda Giambattista, the executive director and co-founder of Taylor’s Closet. “When the big curtain closes, they feel free to tell us everything because it’s like they’re behind a protective curtain. Most of the girls that come here are victims of sexual, verbal or physical abuse. Those are the girls we are trying to identify and get into one of our programs, because in the programs is where we actually start unraveling what is happening.”

In all three phases, art is a major therapeutic component. As a Taylor’s Closet art facilitator and professional artist, Felicia Fish says art unlocks something in the girls, helping them to get in touch with parts of themselves that might otherwise be inaccessible.

“I think there is a healing aspect to art—like a therapy,” said Felicia Fish, “For me, art is very conceptual, where I can kind of process. Things will start coming up that you might not have seen to be there, but as you’re working through a process, you start realizing. As you’re processing through art, you need to process through your own heart.”

Getting to the heart, softening it, opening it and exploring it, is the goal at Taylor’s Closet.

Going Mobile

In addition to the programs at the Taylor’s Closet boutique, Taylor’s Closet has started a pilot program at Fort Lauderdale High School (FLHS), which has been tremendously successful.

“In our pilot year, FLHS was able to provide us with data pertaining to each participating girls’ absences/tardiness, GPA, disciplinary incidents, and severity of infractions,” said Linda.

“Of those who experienced changes throughout the 2014-2015 school year while enrolled in the TC program, when compared to the 2013-2014 school year without the program, 100 percent had a decrease in absences and tardiness, 93 percent had an increase in GPA, 100 percent had a decrease in disciplinary incidents, and 80 percent had a decrease in the severity of their infractions. As we increase the number of girls served at the school to 100, we will continue to collect similar data to measure the impact we are making in the coming years.”

The data was so encouraging that Linda dreamed up a way to make Taylor’s Closet more accessible and mobile. The Bloom Bus, which is currently being renovated and will be unveiled in January, will eventually visit five schools a week to expand Taylor’s reach.

“They began to like us—open up to us, talk to us, tell us their stories. We were all weeping and crying together. We knew at that moment that clothing had power.”

In the second phase of the program, Awaken, is when some of the unraveling can begin. Awaken consists of ten weeks of group meals, small groups, topical discussions and art projects.

In the third phase of the program, Blossom, girls are assigned an individual mentor who helps them develop life goals and create a plan for their future. The mentor serves as a nurturing figure, helping the girl make decisions in her life and begin to find purpose.

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DEERFIELD BEACH

Amante’s. ITALIAN Close to the Deerfield Pier, steps from

the sand, stands Amante’s Italian Cuisine (and Bob’s Pizza).

It’s a wonderful Italian bistro that caters to everyone. You choose from a fantastic, casual family pizza experience to an elegant dinner and everything in between. Amante’s is usually bustling: filled with locals and visiting guests there for a sumptuous, after-beach meal or pizza. The menu has all the Italian favorite pasta dishes, meat entrées and daily chef specialties. Everything is very well prepared. 2076 N.E. Second St., 954-426-1030 $$

Antonio’s Ristorante. ITALIAN Fresh and homey Italian Wahoo with avocado, scallion and asparagus topped with tuna, jalapeño and “bomb” sauces at Papa’s Raw Bar in Lighthouse Point

food made the way you want it, literally. 1636 S.E. Third Court, 954-427-4871 $$

Baja Cafe. MEXICAN A hometown favorite is Pepe’s spinach

enchiladas with the added chicken or shrimp. It’s creamy and savory with every bite and is served with a heaping helping of refried beans and rice. 1310 N. Federal Highway, 954-596-1304 $

IN THE NORTH BROWARD BEACHES

Cafe Med. ITALIAN Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a family-style menu available. 2096 N.E. Second St., 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 S.E. 15 Terrace, 954-570-6101 $$ Chanson at the Royal Blues Hotel. SEAFOOD • SEASONAL

Chanson gives you the opportunity to eat a fine, fresh seafood meal, and then take a stroll to see the ocean from which it came. 45 N.E. 21 Ave., 954-857-2929. $$$$

Deerfield Beach Cafe. AMERICAN Part of the Deerfield

Beach International Fishing Pier, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to all the beachcombers. 202 N.E. 21 Ave., 954426-0500 $

Frank & Dino’s. ITALIAN If your mom won’t make Sunday gravy, the folks at Frank & Dino’s will take care of you. 718 S. Federal Highway, 954-427-4909 $$$ 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 $$$

La Val de Loire. FRENCH Whether it’s a night out with the family or a romantic dinner for two, this quaint spot serves classical French cuisine. 1576 S.E. Third Court, 954427-5354 $$$

Les Amies. FRENCH This cozy gem is aptly named Les Amies (translation: friends) as the proprietors and all the staff make you feel right at home. The service is friendly and attentive. Start with the pâté—a very generous portion served with all of the traditional accompaniments. And of course you can’t go wrong with the traditional French onion soup. The menu offers a comprehensive list of French dishes including duck a l’orange. The skin is crispy while the meat is succulent and buttery. There are plenty of other classics to choose from, including a rack of lamb, chicken Française, beef bourguignon, filet mignon au poivre and filet of sole menuière. The restaurant has a comprehensive choice of wines and the staff are knowledgeable about the offerings and steered us to a lovely pinot noir. Word to the wise: don’t miss out on the chocolate crêpes. 626 S. Federal Highway, 954-480-6464 $$$ Little Havana. CUBAN If you are looking for authentic KEY $ Inexpensive (under $15) $$ Moderate ($17-$35) $$$ Expensive ($35-$50) $$$$ Pricey (over $50)

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Cuban food and music accompanied by speedy service on a busy, crowded night, then look no further. Little Havana has a very accommodating staff to match their even more accommodating menu items. They have fantastic lunch specials, and most of their dinner plates will feed two happily. Their masas de puerco frita and their Little Havana steak are two of the stand-out menu items, aside from their zesty chimichurri. Sadly, you can’t make a meal out of chimichurri, so ask for it on the side with whatever you are ordering. You won’t regret it. 721 N. Federal Highway, 954427-6000 $$

Ocean’s 234. SEAFOOD Amazing views of Deerfield Beach

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

Osterio Sapori. ITALIAN Closed for the summer—check back in the fall. 1544 S.E. Third Court, 754-227-5961 $$$

Patio Bar and Grill at the Wyndham. AMERICAN Steps

away from the beach with specials and live music nightly.

2096 N.E. Second St., 954-596-8618 $$

Rattlesnake Jake’s. TEX MEX Dive bar close to the beach with live music and plenty of menu items to choose from.

2060 N.E. Second St., 954-421-4481 $$

Taj Indian Restaurant. INDIAN We have two words for you: lamb korma. This classic Indian dish varies from restaurant to restaurant, and while we don’t have their recipe, we can tell you it’s juicy leg of lamb cooked in a rich cream sauce with raisins and cashews. 201 S.E. 15 Terrace, 954-304-7032 $$ Tamarind. SUSHI • THAI Did you get caught up in a tornado and land in Nobu—that most famous of all sushi restaurants? Probably not. You’re most likely just at Tamarind which offers a hipper vibe than your run-of-the-mill sushi place—and some inventive rolls and Thai entreés. 949 N. Federal Highway, 954-428-8009 $$ Tijuana Taxi Co. MEXICAN Perhaps it’s the all day happy hour with $5 Cuervo 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 to take home for lunch the next day. We loved 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 kids menu. 1015 S. Federal Highway, 954-708-2775 $

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CARIBBEAN & RAW BAR 460 S. CYPRESS ROAD, POMPANO BEACH 954-942-1633 $$ (CALL FOR SUMMER HOURS) Tucked away in an unassuming strip mall lies Calypso. The restaurant is one of those hidden places locals love—but try to keep it a secret for fear of not being able to get a table. With its Caribbean theme, the place isn’t fancy, but they serve inspired West Indian cuisine.

The last time we were there they were offering a wahoo smoked fish dip, but for something really different, start with the Jamaican fish cakes (called stamp and go on the menu) —a combination of salt cod fish, onions, sweet red and green peppers with a hint of curry seasoning and deep fried. It’s been a while since we’ve seen stuffed mushrooms on a menu but if you want to remind yourself why stuffed mushrooms were once the star of the appetizer world, try the ones at Calypso.

They are fresh mushrooms baked with a seafood stuffing—with real seafood—not seafood inspired breadcrumbs. Since it is a Caribbean place, you will find plenty of conch on the menu, from chowder to fritters to a conch salad—an old Bahamian recipe with fresh vegetables and citrus juice. Or try the grilled and cracked conch— tenderized Caribbean conch brushed with a Caribbean marinade and grilled to a slight char or lightly breaded and deep-fried.

They serve a few great cutters‚ (island speak for sandwich) and our favorite is the namesake Calypso cutter which is sautéed shrimp and mushrooms with garlic butter, and cheddar cheese stuffed into a hollowed out kaiser roll. Don’t be fooled. They may call this a sandwich but this is a The Calypso cutter fork and knife meal for sure. We’re not usually a fan of cheese with shellfish, but they pull it off. It is a positively addicting sandwich.

You can also bring your own fresh caught fish and they will prepare it to your liking. They blackened our hogfish and served it with pigeon peas and rice and spicy cucumbers. The curries are also another great option— West Indies style curry served over pidgeon peas and rice, medium spicy or hot upon request. Try a roti—which is sort of like an oversized curry burrito.

West Indies barbecue shrimp are large shrimp sautéed in a dark brown butter sauce with fresh cracked black pepper, garlic, spices and habañero pepper sauce. If you’re a seafood fan, you must put Calypso on your restaurant rotation‚ but not to worry, they serve a great burger and have plenty of chicken, pork and lamb options too.

Two George’s. SEAFOOD An intracoastal hot spot with

live music, a great view and a legendary Friday happy hour. 1754 S.E. Third Court 954-421-9272 $$

Whales’ Rib. SEAFOOD Locals know it well and tourists

know it from Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. 2031 N.E. Second St., 954-421-8880 $$

LIGHTHOUSE POINT Bonefish Mac’s Sport’s Grille. AMERICAN Bar food and a

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

Bura. NORTHERN ITALIAN Enjoy the intimate atmosphere

and friendly staff. The gnocchi are little delectable dumplings topped with tender chunks of veal in a light tomato broth. 2014 E. Sample Road, 954-597-6909 $$

Cap’s Place. SEAFOOD Lighthouse Point’s own hideaway, seafood joint dating back to prohibition. Take the short boat ride over to the restaurant. 2765 N.E. 28 Court, 954941-0418 $$$ Hott Leggz. WINGS • BAR FOOD Pub grub at a true sports bar. 3128 N. Federal Highway, 754-307-2444 $$ Le Bistro. FRENCH • BISTRO Fresh and local produce is always used. And vegetarian, dairy free and gluten free menu items are available. The restaurant also offers cooking classes. 4626 N. Federal Highway, 954-946-9240 $$$ Lito’s Turf & Surf. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Family owned and operated with catering options available. 2460 N. Federal Highway, 954-782-8111 $$ 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. For a taste of New England, the lobster roll can’t be beat— a generous portion of lobster with just the right amount of mayonnaise. Of course you can’t go wrong with the fresh fish sandwich—

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DiningOUT ask what the catch of the day is. The fish Reuben is another great sandwich option—just sub in some fresh fish for the pastrami and you’ve got yourself a little healthier version of the classic. All sandwiches come with a side and while French fries are always a delicious option—the restaurant offers a tangy cucumber salad (among other choices) that provides a nice crunch to any sandwich. They are a dog friendly restaurant. 2830 N.E. 29 Ave., 954-941-0246 $$

Papa’s Raw Bar. SUSHI • SEAFOOD Situated right next

door to their parent restaurant Seafood World, Papa’s Raw Bar does indeed seem like the hip child of an established restaurant. While the fresh food is the real star, the Keyes inspired décor certainly accounts for part of their charm.

The restaurant serves a selection of clams and oysters on the half shell. There are also a few options for cooked oysters including the black and blue version topped with blue cheese and bacon. The menu also goes way beyond the typical raw bar offerings with inventive tacos and sliders.

Papa’s also offers a wide array of sushi and sashimi. Start off with one of the towers of Van Buskirk (you’ll find a few menu items named after locals.) The bare naked lady version is a combination of spicy wahoo and tuna with tobiko and masago topped with spicy mayo and served with taro chips. They serve all your classic sushi rolls but the superstars are their specialty rolls. There are plenty of land lubber options including burgers and hibatchi offerings.

And to wash it all down, they have about a zillion craft beer options and a wine list too. The Bimini Room which is adjacent to the main restaurant is available for private parties and boasts a Hemingway inspired mural—another respectful nod to the Keys. 4610 N. Federal Highway, 754307-5034 $$

Seafood World Market & Restaurant. SEAFOOD They offer the freshest seafood with simple ingredients and have a huge selection of seafood to choose from if you want to cook yourself. 4602 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-0740 $$$ Sicilian Oven. ITALIAN • PIZZA High-top seating, casual seating and bar seating to accompany your crispy, thin pizza. Start with the Gorgonzola salad. 2486 N. Federal Highway, 954-785-4155 $

P O M PA N O B E AC H Aconchego Bar and Grill. BRAZILIAN A taste of Brazil in the heart of Pompano Beach. Open for lunch and dinner.

7 S.E. 22 Ave. 954-782-8040. $ Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza. PIZZA • WINGS You can credit this place with bringing the whole “coal-fired pizza craze” to South Florida. Pizza and chicken wings—do you need anymore? Try the cauliflower pizza—good and good for you. 1203 S. Federal Highway, 954-942-5550 $$ The Beach Grille. AMERICAN Delicious eats near the

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

overlooking a canal right in Pompano Beach. Comprehensive menu and attentive staff. 200 E. McNab Rd., 954-4403347 $$

Briny Irish Pub. IRISH • BAR FOOD At the end of East At-

lantic Boulevard, steps from the ocean, is Briny’s Irish Pub. There is a large beer selection plus the regular and, dare we say, unique mixed drinks. The kitchen offers an array of bar food as well as some classics like bangers and mash and fish-n-chips. The casual atmosphere is created by an immense array of nautical artifacts and oddities that fill every inch of the pub. The bar is large and there are tables, too—many have ocean views. 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 Named after Bob

“Bru” Brudzinski , where else would you go to watch the Miami Dolphins play? Wings and other bar food available.

235 S. Federal Highway, 954-785-2227 $

Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN High-quality ingredients, inventive cooking, and a very welcoming staff. 460 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-1633 $$ Carrabba’s Italian Grill. ITALIAN Open for lunch and dinner and provides gluten free options. 1299 S. Federal Highway, 954-782-2688 $$ Checkers Old Munchen. GERMAN Sprechen sie Deutsch?

You don’t find too many authentic German restaurants around town. So 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 the wienerschnitzel—it’s devine—a lightly breaded veal cutlet (or pork) sautéed in lemon butter and topped with homemade brown gravy. The entrées are served with your choice of two side dishes. 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 options too including potato dumplings, potato salad and even hot potato salad. As we looked around, you can’t help but get the feeling that most of the patrons are returning customers—which of course is a great sign. 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 $$

beach with the capability to order online. 3414 Atlantic Blvd., 954-946-6000 $

Chez Porky’s. BARBECUE A low-key spot serving a bunch

Bella Roma Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. ITALIAN • PIZ-

Cypress Nook. GERMAN This place has been in business

of southern favorites. 105 S.W. Sixth St., 954-946-5590 $$

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for 38 years—talk about staying power. 201 SE 15 St., 954781-3464 $

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

Darrel & Oliver’s Cafe Maxx. INTERNATIONAL This

pons are posted daily and catering is available. The restau-

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scene. 2601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-0606 $$$$

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Fish Shack. SEAFOOD A small, roadside seafood shack, for a small seafood town. This is truly one of those best kept secret type places. With only a handful of tables, we’re selfishly hoping not too many people get in on this secret gem in Pompano Beach. 2862 N.E. 17 Ave., 954-586-4105 $$

J Mark’s. AMERICAN A relaxing, modern restaurant and bar with food and service to match. 1490 N.E. 23 St., 954782-7000 $$$ La Rachetta at Whole Foods Market. PIZZA AND WINE

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

BAR Get your shopping done while you take care of your appetite. They offer weekly deals on meals and drinks with lots of beers on tap and wines by the glass. For something different, try the sweet southern swine pizza—a light and crispy pizza topped with pork belly, arugula and cheese.

Or try one of the plethora of meatballs—all are a satisfying treat. The truffle fries are great with anything. 2411 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-8778 $

Galuppi’s. AMERICAN What could be more entertaining

La Veranda. ITALIAN La Veranda is superb. Once inside

Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN

Get green with a deal every day. 2500 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954943-3762 $$

The Foundry. AMERICAN • CONTINENTAL Seating op-

than watching golfers swing and blimps ascend as you sip a drink at an outdoor bar? 1103 N. Federal Highway, 954785-0226 $

Gianni’s Italian Restaurant. ITALIAN Enjoy traditional

Italian fare while you talk to the traditional Italian staff.

Don’t skip the romaine salad with the blue cheese. 1601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-1733 $$

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 Intra-

the restaurant and seated in one of the main rooms the atmosphere is elegant yet very comfortable and warm. Being seated in their namesake veranda is a joy in itself. Inside or out, one can enjoy a truly special evening in the Tuscany inspired surroundings. The bar has live music, too. Be it drinks from their full bar, a bottle from the copious wine selection or naturally the Italian food, everything is served perfectly, so expect to be delighted. The staff takes pride in ensuring you are having great experience. 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 scrump-

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Malulo’s International Seafood. PERUVIAN • SEAFOOD

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Mediterraneo Cucina Siciliana. ITALIAN See review in this issue. True Sicilian food served for dinner only. Closed on Mondays. 420 N. Federal Highway, 754-222-9174 $$ Ruby’s by the Sea. ITALIAN Italian by the sea is more like it. 2608 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-785-7700 $$ Rusty Hook Tavern. AMERICAN Located on the Pompano

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

Sands Harbor Patio Restaurant. SANDWICHES •

WINGS Located in the Sands Harbor Hotel and Marina on the intracoastal, sit poolside or water side, either way, you better know how to swim. 125 N. Riverside Drive, 954-942-9100 $

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

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

Spanx the Hog BBQ. BARBECUE Using only natural ingredients, dine in, take out, or order custom catering. 147 S. Cypress Road. 954-590-8342 $

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Table 2201. MEDITERRANEAN • SEAFOOD Everything at Table

2201 is made on the premises—even the desserts. We started off our meal with the pygros, a tower of eggplant, potatoes and ground beef topped with a cool yogurt sauce. The dish is reminiscent of the classic Greek dish moussaka, but the cool yogurt sauce replaces the bechemel. Finish off with the Greek yogurt mousse, a lovely lightly sweetened cloud with a hint of cocoa and a strawberry sauce to compliment.

Table 2201 has a menu full of your Greek favorites without all of the hooplah. So if you are looking for a genuine Greek dinner without having to dance on tables and yell “opa”— not that there’s anything wrong with that—Table 2201 is a good choice. 2201 E. Atlantic Blvd., 718-600-2236 $$

Take Sushi. JAPANESE • SUSHI Fresh, authentic Japanese fair delivered to your door? Yes, please. 2714 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-2442 $ Talay Thai. THAI Dine on delectable Thai and Japanese

dishes, get your food delivered or carry it out. 2233 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-941-1123 $$

Umberto’s of Long Island. ITALIAN • PIZZA Family tradi-

tion baked into every bite. 2780 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-7847110 $$

Valentino’s Italian Cuisine. ITALIAN • PIZZA An abun-

dance 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 it out. 150 S.W. Sixth St., 954-781-9464 $

Yakuza. JAPANESE • THAI Yakuza is an authentic experience. The contemporary Asian anchored décor is a feast for the eyes: warm, inviting and totally unique. The feeling is authentic and not forced. The attentive servers address each table with personal concern. Central to the dining room is a large classic sushi bar, displaying the fresh fish offerings. But sushi is only part of their menu. Yakuza has a brilliant selection of Japanese and Thai specialties and favorites. Every mouth-watering choice is prepared and presented with care. We were impressed by the freshness and variety of tastes offered. Modern is a fair descriptor as Yakuza offers unique approaches to traditional Japanese and Thai fare, making them new, unique and their own.

Try their specials. 2515 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-951-6077 $$ Zuccarelli. ITALIAN • PIZZA This place is more than just a

pizza joint. From eggplant Parmesan to shrimp fra diavlo, 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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Bob’s Pizza. PIZZA • ITALIAN Pizza served remarkably close to the beach—as if pizza could be get any better. 2076 N.E. Second St., 954-426-1030

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Charm City. BURGERS Go ahead, order the tater tots, we know you want to. In fact, order anything on their menu.

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Tucker Duke’s Lunchbox. BURGERS The names of the burgers are as unique as what’s inside of them. This place can challenge your burger building skills any day of the week. 1101 S. Powerline Road. 954-708-2035

Umberto’s Pizza. PIZZA Family tradition baked into every bite. 233 N.E. 21 Ave., 954-421-7200

LIGHTHOUSE POINT Quick & Casual Burger Fi. BURGERS Everything at Burger Fi is cooked to order which makes it stand apart from some other famous burger places which shall remain nameless. Don’t miss the fries and the larger-than-life onion rings are a meal unto themselves. The breakfast all day burger is topped with a fried egg. 3150 N. Federal Highway, 954-933-7120

Red Fox Diner. DINER Treat yourself to one of the daily

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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

Westshore Pizza and Cheesesteak. PIZZA • SUBS Plenty to choose from at this fast-casual joint. Pizza by the slice or the pie, subs and of course the cheesesteaks. Arrive hungry, the cheesesteaks are huge. 3650 N. Federal Highway, 954-393-0322

P O M PA N O B E AC H Quick & Casual 5 Girls Burgers. BURGERS Burgers, better known as broads, served by some badass women. A dream come true. 2659 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-8889 Alice’s Xpress Mediterranean Grill. MEDITERRANEAN

Freshly made and authentic regional cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner. 103 N.E. Third St., 954-941-0410

Antica Roma Caffé. ITALIAN CAFÉ You have to wonder where we got our caffeine fix before Starbucks. Thank goodness for places like this, where you can get a classic cappuccino or espresso. They also serve a plethora of Italian panini and desserts. Cannoli anyone? 1915 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-366-4346 Bella Monte Italian Deli. SANDWICHES 2688 E. Atlantic

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

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

Burgers & Suds. BURGERS • HOT DOGS • SANDWICHES.

Unique eats, like a burger served between two glazed donuts. Yes, donuts. 360 E. McNab Road, 954-772-8007

Cafe Brie. SANDWICHES • SALADS See review in this issue.

A little gem of a place that serves fantastic sandwiches, salads, quiche and desserts. 2765 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-532-7800

The Dandee Donut Factory. BAKERY • PASTRIES Donuts,

donuts and more donuts. From the classic old fashioned sour cream to Boston cream, these babies are just begging to be dunked. Bagels, breakfast and lunch also available.

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Sandwiches • Salads Flower Cottage Coffee Bar. PASTRIES • COFFEE In need of a pick-me-up? Pick a stuffed croissant or perhaps a scone and sip some fresh brewed tea or coffee. How’s that for sweet? 300 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-3121

Jack’s Old Fashion Hamburger House. BURGERS • HOT

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Jukebox Diner. DINER Bright, classic seating, jukeboxes,

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La Cocinita. DELI • SANDWICHES What could be better than old-school eats? Old-school prices. Where else can you get a burger for a few bucks? 143 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-8778 Lester’s Diner. DINER American comfort fare in a retro

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

Miyako. JAPANESE BUFFET Endless sushi and Japanese fare for a price that is unbeatable. Hibachi grill for those who don’t do the sushi thing. 1157 S. Federal Highway, 954-783-8883

Pasquale’s Pizza. PIZZA Family owned and operated serving pizza by the pie and by the slice. 2680 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-601-0707

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Rocket Pizza. PIZZA In addition to all your typical pizzas, they also serve a BLT pizza among other original offerings.

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

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