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Navigating the Sensitivities of our Modern World BY SUSAN ROSSER These days, more often than not, things aren't black or white but somewhat murky and nuanced. But our sensitivity to insults seems quite solid. In August, I read a column in the Washington Post by Padma Lakshmi, a cookbook author and the host of Bravo's "Top Chef." Lakshmi criticizes a column that ran a few days earlier in the Post entitled "You Can't Make Me Eat These Foods" by humorist Gene Weingarten. His list includes all Indian food. He writes: Indian food. The Indian subcontinent has vastly enriched the world, giving us chess, buttons, the mathematical concept of zero, shampoo, modern-day nonviolent political resistance, Chutes and Ladders, the Fibonacci sequence, rock candy, cataract surgery, cashmere, USB ports ... and curry. If you like Indian curries, yay, you like one of India's most popular class of dishes! If you think Indian curries taste like something that could knock a vulture off a meat wagon, you do not like a lot of Indian food. I don't get it, as a culinary principle. It is as though the French passed a law requiring a wide swath of their dishes to be slathered in smashed, pureed snails. (I'd personally have no problem with that, but you might, and I would sympathize.) Actually, this isn't the original text. In the first iteration, Weingarten wrote that all Indian food is based on one spice — curry. However, curry is a combination of many spices. Lakshmi points out that with a simple Google search, he could have learned about curry. As I read Lakshmi's article, I thought, "yup, she makes some excellent points." But then, the other side of my brain thought that Weingarten including Indian cuisine in a list of foods he doesn't like is possibly not a colossal crime. And while he at first defended his opinion, he later apologized for the column via Twitter and said he should have just picked one Indian dish he doesn't like, rather than using such a "broad brush" to paint an entire cuisine. I have to admit, when I first read Weingarten's column, I didn't find it offensive. It was only after I read Lakshmi's rebuttal that I realized how it could be offensive.

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WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, is the season-opening. The green market is open on the second and fourth Saturday of the month from 9am-2pm WHERE: Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: Free to attend WHAT: Expect to find plenty of farm-fresh fruits and vegetables plus an array of gourmet foods, including pastries, honey, coffee and condiments. This is the perfect way to enjoy the cooler weather and kick-off a wonderful weekend.

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The civic center is currently offering yoga, karate, and mah-jongg classes and will soon add Zumba classes and other programming. In addition, the civic center will also be hosting special events. The center hosted a free short play festival in September, with seven different play scenes presented by Curtain Call Playhouse. The civic center, which is available for rent, features an auditorium with a stage and dressing rooms, a warming kitchen and two multi-purpose rooms. The civic center is located at 2669 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach

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Pompano Picks The Florida Highwaymen Art Show & Sale WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 27, 10am-5pm; Sunday, Nov. 28, 10am-4pm WHERE: Pompano Beach Woman’s Club, 314 NE Second St., Pompano Beach COST: $5 WHAT: The Florida Highwaymen were an informal group of 26 African-American landscape artists of the 1950s and 1960s who painted vibrant images of an unspoiled Florida and whose work became recognized as an original American art form. This year’s Highwaymen artists will include Curtis Arnett, Al Black, Issac Knight, Doretha Hair Truesdell, Roderick Hair and more. During the event, the Kester Cottage Museums in Founders Park, across the street, will be open for free tours, and refreshments will be available for purchase in the park. The Hood Center in Founders Park will feature a free exhibit in tribute to the late Willie Daniels, one of the original Florida Highwaymen, who passed away last month. On the evening before the event, Friday, Nov. 26, from 6 to 9pm, the second annual “Paint Like the Florida Highwaymen” event will occur at the Pompano Beach Woman’s Club. The widow of

original Highwaymen leader Alfred Hair, Doretha Hair Truesdell, will teach a limited number of guests to create a Highwaymen-style painting. Tickets to “Paint With Doretha” are $100 per person and include all needed art supplies, plus beer, wine, soft drinks and light refreshments.

Gospel Heritage Concert WHEN: Friday, Nov. 12, 8pm WHERE: Pompano Beach

Cultural Center, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: $20 Tickets are limited and available on Eventbrite. No tickets will be sold at the door. WHAT: In honor of Gospel Music Heritage Month, the City of Pompano Beach presents a Gospel concert featuring Kelontae Gavin, an American gospel singer and worship leader. His version of the classic, “I Won’t Complain,” went viral in 2014. Opening act The Cross Family officially began under the leadership of their father, the late Gene Cross, who was the lead singer and manager for the Smiling Jubilaires. This event also features Seleaveya Dillard and John Brown.

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Holiday Sip and Toy Drive

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Pompano Citi Centre COST: Free to attend, but must register on eventbrite.com WHAT: Enjoy a networking event hosted by Pompano Housewives — but you don’t have to be a housewife to attend. Help bring the spirit of the season to hundreds of children who have experienced abuse and neglect throughout the South Florida area. Bring new, unwrapped toys (birth to12) to the event. The folks at My Safe Harbor in Lighthouse Point will be there to collect the donations and deliver the toys to those in need. Guests will enjoy giveaways from local businesses, $4 select beers and ciders, $5 wines and select appetizers for $5. Plus, the first 50 ladies to sign in at 5:30pm get a swag bag full of goodies!

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Lady Luck in Shipwreck Park Will Be Getting a New Underwater Sculpture THE CITY OF POMPANO BEACH HAS COMMISSIONED NEW ARTWORK FOR THE UNDERWATER SCULPTURE GARDEN AT SHIPWRECK PARK, AN ARTIFICIAL REEF SYSTEM MADE UP OF SUNKEN SHIPS. The new sculpture, entitled “Mechan H20,” will be a depiction of an underwater exploration robot with an old-school diving helmet and air tank. The sculpture will stand 6.7 feet tall and weigh a minimum of 500 pounds. Once the sculpture is created, it will be on display at the beach for one year, and will then be submerged into the ocean and attached to Shipwreck Park’s Lady Luck, a 324-foot tanker vessel that was sunk in 2016 one mile off the Pompano Beach coast. The Pompano Beach Public Art Committee selected the design by Oregon-based Tyler FuQua Creations from among 107 proposals received in response to a Call to Artists issued in January 2021. In September, the City Commission approved the design and a contract with Tyler FuQua Creations for the fabrication and installation of the artwork. The total budget for the project is $35,000. The sculpture will be made primarily of quarter-inch thick steel with stainless steel accents. The helmet, shoulder, hips, elbows and legs will be hollow to create places for sea creatures to live and explore. The sculpture will stand on a thick, gear-shaped steel plate for stability and easy land installation. The robot

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will be holding an ancient-style stainless steel trident that will add additional support. Although the prongs of the trident appear to be sharp in mock drawings of the artwork, the actual sculpture will not have sharp edges. The design of the sculpture was reviewed and approved by the Broward County Environmental Protection and Growth Management Department. Mechan H20 will be the second sculpture added to the Lady Luck since the ship was sunk. Last December, the “Pirates’ Treasure Chest,” a sculpture by artist Donald Gialanella, was attached to the deck of the Lady Luck after being displayed at the Great Lawn on the beach for one year.

ABOVE Rendering of “Mechan H2O”

Shipwreck Park, Inc., the nonprofit organization that sank the Lady Luck – as well as the Okinawa, a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers tugboat, in 2017 – uses public art to raise awareness of the need to protect the natural coral reef system. Y

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The Bite Eatery: Pompano’s First Food Hall Is Getting Closer to Opening The Bite Eatery, which will occupy an approximately 9,000-square-foot space in The Harbor Village Shops, has experienced construction delays, but is expected to open in January 2022 as the first-ever food hall in Pompano Beach. Located at 2715 E. Atlantic Blvd., the food hall will feature nine restaurant vendors and one full-service bar, all under one roof. Jessica Gollel of Gollel Family Properties, the owner and developer of The Bite Eatery, had anticipated an opening in summer 2021, but said the construction timeline was affected by COVID-19 and long lead times for materials. Gollel Family Properties acquired the vacant space in The Harbor Village Shops in 2019, and is doing a full rebuild of the interior. The vendor units will be along the east and west walls of the food hall, and the central area will be for the bar and seating. There will be 209 indoor seats, including 37 seats around the bar. There will also be outdoor seating. The current list of vendors that will have a space in The Bite Eatery includes the Deli Shack, which will be operated by the former owner of The Onion Roll, a popular beachside deli in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea that closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Other vendors include Riccardo’s Pizzeria (pizza, calzone, fresh bread); Ceviche Time (Peruvian); La Chancla (homemade traditional Mexican cuisine); I Heart Mac & Cheese; Senbazuru (sushi rolls, specialty Japanese burgers); Lobstar, currently a successful food truck specializing in lobster items, particularly lobster rolls; and a restaurant serving American-style burgers. There will also be Moop Pops, a gelateria featuring popsicles in

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creamy, fruity and “boozy” (prosecco, malbec) flavors. The vendors will only be in charge of the food they cook and the staff needed for their unit. The Bite Eatery will provide food runners, bussers, dishwashing, cleaning services, furniture, restrooms, maintenance, a bar manager and floor managers, which is cost-effective for the vendors, said Gollel. Operating amid COVID-19, the food hall will have personnel dedicated to keeping everything sanitized, said Gollel. A point-of-sale technology will be provided at each table. Patrons can scan a QR (Quick Response) code with their smartphone and then browse menu items from all the restaurants, place their order and pay, right from their table. Patrons will also be able to order food directly at the counter. Delivery and pick-up options will also be available. The food hall’s anticipated opening hours are weekdays from 9am to 10pm. The weekends will have extended hours till about 12am for both the bar and vendors that choose to stay open. There will be brunch on the weekends, with bottomless mimosas. There are plans for live music from local artists in a variety of genres, probably only on the weekends and select weeknights. There may even be a small area for dancing, said Gollel. The food hall will be “open and airy,”

ABOVE Rendering of the interior east wall of The Bite Eatery

with a nautical theme. Reclaimed driftwood will be used for the wall paneling, vendor stalls and posts. “There’s going to be a lot of fun elements,” said Gollel. A light fixture made from an actual rowboat will hang from the ceiling. A local muralist will paint a wall-towall interior mural above the glass entrance doors. The mural will include local themes, such as the Pompano pier, the lighthouse at the Hillsboro Inlet and the beach. The concept of opening a food hall was inspired by the Mercato Centrale, a food hall that Gollel frequented during a college semester spent in Florence, Italy. Gollel is working on The Bite Eatery with her father Richard Gollel – who founded Gollel Family Properties – and her brothers Richard and Michael. The family lives in the Hillsboro Shores neighborhood of Pompano Beach, just a five-minute drive from the food hall. Gollel expects construction to be completed in December, which will give the vendors about a month to prepare for the opening. The Bite Eatery will be the second food hall to open in Broward County, following the Sistrunk Marketplace, which opened last year in Fort Lauderdale. “Although there have been some delays, we’re working hard and moving toward opening, which we’re ecstatic about,” said Gollel. Y

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The Backyard is Getting Underway in Old Town Construction of The Backyard — a new pedestrian and dining plaza in Pompano’s Old Town district — is expected to get underway by this month, according to Horacio Danovich, the city’s capital improvements and Innovation District director. The Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is creating the approximately 9,500-square-foot public plaza as part of its effort to redevelop the city’s historic downtown as an arts and entertainment destination. The plaza area lies roughly north of the Bailey Contemporary Arts building (41 NE First Street), between NE First Avenue and North Flagler Avenue. Currently, the space

consists of a parking lot, a grassy area under a large native ficus tree and an unimproved alleyway. The plaza will be used as an outdoor dining area for new restaurants that are being attracted to the space, including a contemporary southern restaurant, called South Bar & Kitchen, which

ABOVE Rendering of The Backyard in Old Town Pompano

will occupy the building at 165 NE First Avenue. The plaza will also have seating for the general public. Construction of The Backyard is expected to take about nine months to complete, according to Danovich. The Backyard will consist of paver bricks and a new rectangular wooden deck surrounding the existing ficus tree, which is a prominent feature of the plaza. Construction of The Backyard was expected to get underway last year, but the start date was delayed several times because the plans went through various modifications. The Backyard project will be constructed at a guaranteed maximum price of $1.62 million, with funding coming from the CRA. Y

Old Town Untapped Kicks off this Month After a long hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Old Town Untapped Is returning to Pompano’s historic downtown this month. This popular street festival featuring live music, food and art kicks off the season on Nov. 5, from 6-10 pm, and will continue to take place on the first Friday of every month until May 2022. The location of Old Town Untapped is on NE First Street and North Flagler Avenue near the Bailey Contemporary Arts Center (BaCA). The event, which is free for all ages to attend, includes food trucks, craft beer, artist vendors and art gallery openings at BaCA (41 NE First Street). The Beatlemaniax-USA is the live entertainment scheduled for Nov. 5. The band performs classic Beatles songs from their “touring years” (1962-1966) and recreates songs

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from the “studio years” (1967-1970), which were never performed in concert by The Beatles themselves. The last time Old Town Untapped took place was in March 2020. The event was launched several years ago by the Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) as a way to “Untap the Potential” of the downtown area and showcase its opportunities for business investment. Old Town Untapped is now organized and managed by the City of Pompano Beach through its Cultural Affairs Department, which took over the event from the Pompano Beach CRA in October 2020. In the past, the Old Town Untapped event extended into the area behind BaCA, including a wooden deck surrounding a large ficus tree. This season, the event

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Several club members are gearing up to fish in the Dust Em Off Sailfish Tournament out of the Viking facility in Riviera Beach on Dec. 4. There will also be good participation in the Miami Billfish Tournament on Dec. 9-11 out of the Miami Beach Marina. There will also be a Meat Mayhem Wahoo Tournament in Bimini, Bahamas in November. All are welcome to join the club. You do not need to live in Lighthouse Point, nor do you need to own a boat, and it does not matter if you are a novice or a seasoned pro; anyone can join. Whether it is to learn the current offshore conditions, the latest techniques, or a new recipe — there is always someone to lend a hand or share information. Y To learn more about the Lighthouse Point Saltwater Sportsman Association or if you are interested in becoming a member or helping with the many initiatives the club participates in, visit LHPSSA.org.

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Family Adventure

A PLEASANTLY SURPRISING VACATION TO GUATEMALA

BY CHRISTINE BALISTRERI-VAN BUSKIRK

When close friends (who are extensive world travelers) recommended we take a family vacation to Guatemala, I must admit, a trip to Central America hadn’t been top on my list. In fact, I’m not sure it was on the list at all. But they were so enthusiastic; I decided to explore the possibility.

OPPOSTIE BACK ROW Kyle Van Buskirk, Reagan Van Buskirk, Christine Balistreri Van Buskirk FRONT ROW Finn, Parker and Wyatt Van Buskirk in Guatemala

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y husband Kyle and I had traveled quite a bit with our four children, but we had rarely explored South America, much less Guatemala. To start with, I have to say I didn’t know what to expect. I was flying blind — just going on the recommendations of friends. My first impression was that it was different — a departure from our typical travel destinations. It turned out “the difference” was a good thing. We arrived in Guatemala City on a Sunday. Apparently, on Sundays, many people leave the city to visit with family and friends. Needless to say, the traffic was terrible, and we were thankful we hired a car service to take us to our rental home on Lake Atitlan. Even the three-hour ride to the house was an experience. We drove through the countryside,

ABOVE The family boards the boat for the daily adventure.

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CLOCKWISE Finn enjoys pizza night at the house, dinner at the house, the Airbnb house on lake Atitlan was built into the cliffs.

taking in the new terrain and sites. While the kids noticed there were quite a few stray dogs on the way. Our driver took us to Chichoy, a fantastic lunch spot where we enjoyed a classic Guatemalan lunch of grilled chicken and steak with guacamole, plenty of salads and of course, a wide selection of Latin American beers. The place was gorgeous, a hub of activity and pretty lively thanks to a mariachi band. And there were plenty of locals — always a good sign — and certainly some tourists.

THE LAKE HOUSE

Then we arrived at Lake Atitlan, and I honestly didn’t know what to expect. I had seen pictures and talked to our friends, but we were just going on their strong recommendation. Blind faith! We rented a house on the lake, and our Airbnb host had arranged for a boat to meet us at the marina and take us to the house. Reuben, our boat captain, was fantastic. He took us all around the lake to visit different villages. But back to the lake. The water is crystal blue and five stately volcanoes surround the lake. The setting was tough for me to conceptualize before we arrived. There are several small cities either nestled along the water or up in the mountains all around the lake. And the lake — well, it’s a monster.

It was a magical setting. We paid Reuben for each trip across the lake or to whatever villages we wanted to visit. It was as if we had an Uber on the water! Simply put, the house we rented was out of control. The 6-acre property was beautifully landscaped with native trees. The house was built into the side of the mountain with several areas of exposed cliff rock architecture, and every room had a stunning view of the lake. The owner is from Guatemala, lives in Chicago half the year, and caters to an American clientele. She asked us what we were interested in and then set it up — including massages at the house. The house was outfitted with kayaks and paddleboards to use in the private cove or around on the lake and a wood-burning sauna that the house manager will fire up for you upon request — perfect for a bit of rest and relaxation after a day of sightseeing. To top it off, there was a large outdoor wood-burning pizza oven built into the side of the mountain. So we coordinated with the homeowner to do a pizza night. She hired cooks, and they provided all the pizza ingredients except the toppings. We had stopped at the grocery store on the way for water, snacks and alcohol, and we also picked up pizza toppings for our upcoming backyard pizza night. We also arranged through our host for cooks to prepare NOVEMBER 2021 • pointpubs.com

CLOCKWISE Wyatt and Parker enjoy a Guatemalan cooking class, Christine and Kyle, Finn at chocolate class, fun on lake Atitlan

breakfast and dinner for us at the house. Typically, we were out and about for lunch but enjoyed authentic Guatemalan cuisine in the comfort of the house’s outdoor dining palapa, with the beautiful lake view, for the other meals. The price for this service was very reasonable, and we paid the host for this service through the Airbnb app.

AROUND THE LAKE

We called Rueben to pick us up each day and take us to another part of the lake, where we visited several villages and activities. Each town nestled up in the mountains focuses on different goods — such as textiles, pottery, coffee and chocolate. In one town, we learned about dying fabrics. At another stop, the kids learned about crushing the cocoa nibs and all about making chocolate. We also visited Cerro Tzankujil Nature Preserve, where we went on a hike and finished the visit cliff jumping! But maybe one of my favorite towns we visited around the lake

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TOP A hike and lunch with Hans ABOVE The food scene in Guatemala was incredible.

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(it’s hard to pick a favorite) was the little village of Santa Cruz. After Reuben dropped us off, we climbed into tuk-tuks (for all of about two dollars) that took us to Amigos de Santa Cruz — a restaurant overlooking the lake. But Amigos de Santa Cruz is more than just a place to eat — it is also a school. For more than 20 years, the organization has been working to improve the lives of the indigenous people of Santa Cruz. The restaurant and school provide training and experience, enabling people of Santa Cruz and some of the surrounding villages to find jobs to support their families. We enjoyed an entire afternoon of cooking classes. And then we got to eat our dinner afterward — the fruits of our labor. It was a phenomenal and inspiring experience. During our stay at the lake, everyone we met kept telling us about a mysterious man named Hans. There was a trail through the rainforest that led us to Hans. Imagine a German mountain man who brews his own beer and has a restaurant in the middle of nowhere — that’s Hans. After a long hike to find Hans, the experience lived up to the hype. He was hilarious, the beer was great and it was the perfect afternoon adventure.

Next, we traveled to the colonial town of Antigua, which felt like we had been dropped into a European village with cobblestone streets, brightly colored buildings and an incredible dining scene. Antigua is truly a hub of fantastic food. Every time we ate, we were sure we just had the best meal of our trip — that is, until our next feast. And the choices went way beyond just Guatemalan food. We had terrific ramen soup right there a million miles from Japan. And there was a French restaurant right around the corner from our Airbnb house that rivaled meals in France. We enjoyed Italian food for lunch and pastries from several outstanding bakeries. Simply put, the food scene in Antigua is impressive. We would go back just to Antigua for the weekend just for the dining scene alone. To make the trip even easier, we had the same Airbnb homeowner in the city who also helped coordinate transfers, cooking, and other conveniences. This home was built into the side of 250-year-old walls. But we did more than dine our way around the city. We actually did take in some of the sites, including the Catalina Arch and Cerro de la Cruz — a look-out spot with a vast cross. These are two of the most iconic locations in the city. We also took a comprehensive chocolate class in Antigua, where we got to make our own chocolate bars. It is worth mentioning that as we traveled around the country, we did see the discrepancy in incomes, but on the other hand, we also saw a lot of people working. I am still surprised at how much my whole family enjoyed this trip and still talks about it. We all didn’t know what to expect, but sometimes that can be the best kind of trip — one full of pleasant surprises. From our rooftop balcony in Antigua, we could see a volcano erupting in the distance. It was our last day, and it was as if it had been scheduled in honor of our departure. Y NOVEMBER 2021 • pointpubs.com

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

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

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., 954-946-6000 $

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

ing 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-nchips. The casual atmosphere is created by an immense array of nautical artifacts and oddities that fill every inch of the pub. 3440 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-3159 $ Bru’s Room Sports Grill. AMERICAN This spot is home to the Florida State Booster Club of Broward County. Wings and plenty of bar food is available. 235 S. Federal Highway, 954-785-2227 $ Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN Since they

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Checkers Old Munchen. GERMAN 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. 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 $-$$

Darrel & Oliver’s Cafe Maxx. INTERNATIONAL This restaurant is an anchor of the South Florida fine dining scene. 2601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-0606 $$$$ Deep Oceanfront Dining & Bar. AMERICAN Beach front dining at the Beachcomber Resort — go for the view. Open for breakfast lunch and dinner. 1200 S. Ocean Blvd. 954-941-7830 $$$ Deccan Spice. INDIAN Take your pick from classic dishes like chicken tikka and all sorts of biryani and curry dishes to some Indo-Chinese twists like crunchy stir-fried noodles. 1149 S.Federal Highway, 954-366-1847 $$ Di Farina Pasta Factory & Restaurant. ITALIAN We all know

fresh cut pasta is superior to the dried variety we have become accustomed to. But making pasta from scratch is a process. But what if you could just pick it up nearby or even have it delivered. Dreams do come true. Di Farina offers a variety of freshly made pasta to go. And if you can’t even be bothered to make a sauce, they’ve got 19 from which to choose. The restaurant also has a full menu of Italian favorites. 1915 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-953-6771 $$

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. Plenty of land-lubber options are also available including filet mignon. For island comfort food, don’t miss one of their curries or rotis. 460 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-1633 $$

The Foundry. AMERICAN • CONTINENTAL Seating options galore, from bar seating to lounge seating and old-fashioned casual dining seating. 2781 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-205-6977 $$

Casareccio Trattoria Italiana. ITALIAN Wow! What a find.

Galuppi’s. AMERICAN What could be more entertaining than

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

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Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Enjoy a

deal every day. 2500 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-3762 $$

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

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Dining Out 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 $$

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

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

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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. 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

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

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able and warm. There is a big selection of pasta, entrées and traditional dishes, with new favorites to be discovered that the wait staff will happily explain. You can taste the love in their homemade desserts. If you’re looking to celebrate or simply treat yourself to an evening of wonderful dining, La Veranda is an excellent choice. Reservations are suggested. 2121 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-7390 $$$

Legends Tavern and Grille. AMERICAN Enjoy gastropub fare including sandwiches, burgers, wings, salads and a huge choice of appetizers. 10 SW Sixth St.$-$$ Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill. AMERICAN It’s places like Lucky’s that make you happy you live in South Florida. This tiki bar by the sea (just south of the pier) offers simple eats, some topnotch people watching all with an ocean view. The menu includes classic snack foods like coconut shrimp and fish dip to tuna poke nachos. There’s also salads, sandwiches and smash burgers. You can also order to go for a picnic on the beach. 222 N Pompano Beach Blvd. $ Miami Masala. INDIAN Enjoy classic Indian dishes as well as a few more modern ones with an Indian twist. The stuffed Hungarian peppers appetizer, while not being a classic Indian dish, had all the flavors fans of the cuisine crave. Try the Indian crepe — crazy good. A daily lunch buffet includes traditional, vegetarian and vegan choices. 900 E Atlantic Blvd., 954-317-1371 $$

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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-

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) 954-401-3131 $$-$$$

Oceanic. AMERICAN • SEAFOOD Along with stunning ocean

views, the restaurant offers a comprehensive menu with an emphasis on seafood. If you are looking for a standout salad, the watermelon arugula salad with grilled shrimp is a perfect choice. For meat lovers, the baby back ribs were melting off the bone. 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 $$

Sands Harbor Patio Restaurant. AMERICAN Located in the Sands Harbor Hotel and Marina on the intracoastal, you can dine poolside or waterside, either way, you better know how to swim. 125 N. Riverside Drive, 954-942-9100 $$ Seaside Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Enjoy a view of the Atlantic while enjoying fresh seafood and an iced cold cocktail. Located at Lighthouse Cove Resort on the ocean. 1406 N. Ocean Blvd., 954783-3193 $$ Shishka Lebanese Grill. MIDDLE EASTERN It’s not easy to make a good falafel (chick peas, fava beans garlic and cilantro seasoned and deep fried, served with tahini sauce) but the ones at Shishka are worth every single calorie. There are plenty of other choices too from the classic hummus to baba ghanouj to chicken and meat shawarma. 1901 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-2999 $$ Spanx the Hog BBQ. BARBECUE Spanx uses natural ingredi-

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

Rusty Hook Tavern. AMERICAN Located on the Pompano In-

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 $$

Saito Japanese Steakhouse. JAPANESE This Japanese steak-

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 $$

tracoastal, 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 $$ house offers a wide variety of entrees including teriyaki dishes, tempura and sushi. Diners can choose to sit at the sushi bar or they can enjoy hibachi style dining. The restaurant has a comprehensive cocktail menu as well with 20 different kinds of martinis. 2101 N Federal Highway, suite 208, 954-945-8888 $$

Take Sushi. JAPANESE • SUSHI Fresh, authentic Japanese fair delivered to your door? Yes, please. 2714 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-7852442 $$

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Dining Out Trattoria Novello. ITALIAN This intimate Italian eatery on Atlantic Boulevard features homemade lasagna, ravioli, cannelloni and a Bolognese ragu that cooks for eight hours on the stove. 2665 East Atlantic Blvd., 954-876-1915 $$$

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

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

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

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

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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. They are a dog-friendly restaurant. 2830 NE 29th Ave. (at the Lighthouse Point Marina), 954-941-0246 $$

Papa’s Raw Bar. SUSHI • SEAFOOD While the fresh food is the

real star, the Keys-inspired decor certainly accounts for part of their charm. The menu goes way beyond typical raw bar offerings with inventive tacos and sliders. Papa’s also offers an impressive array of sushi and sashimi. Try the Donoghue which is made of lump crab meat with spicy mayo and eel sauce and served with taro chips. And to wash it all down, they have about a zillion craft beer options and a good wine list too. 4610 N. Federal Highway, 754-307-5034 $$-$$$

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

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buffet and covered patio dining so you can dine al fresco. 2801 Deer Creek Country Club Blvd., 954-421-5553 $$

Baja Cafe. MEXICAN A long established local favorite for an authentic Mexican dinner or just drinks. They are known for their margarita’s as well as entrées including their bandito honey bean burritos and their many taco options. You’ll also enjoy their fresh endless chips served with two types of salsa. 1310 S. Federal Highway, 954-596-1304 $$

JB’s on the Beach. SEAFOOD Glorious Beach views and a pri-

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

vate 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 $$$

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 $$$

Little Havana. CUBAN Little Havana has fantastic lunch specials and most of their dinner plates will feed two. Their masas de puerco frita and their Little Havana steak are two of the standout menu items, aside from their zesty chimichurri. 721 N. Federal Highway, 954-427-6000 $$

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 $$

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 take-out online. 718 S. Federal Highway, 954-531-6151 $$-$$$

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

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

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

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Dining Out 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. 2096 NE Second St., (at the Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort) 954-596-8618 $$ Taj. INDIAN This unassuming eatery in the Cove Shopping cen-

ter 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 $$

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(Mon.-Fri., 11am-7pm) with $5 El Jimador margaritas, but as soon as you enter, the weight of the day lifts off your shoulders. There is outdoor patio seating available and a large U-shaped bar inside. 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. 1015 S. Federal Highway, 954-708-2775 $$

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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Borogodo Brazilian Grill. BRAZILIAN Open for lunch Monday-Friday 11am-4:30pm; Saturday 11am-5:30pm. 7 SE 22nd Ave., 954-782-8040 $

Broad Street Deli. BREAKFAST • DELICATESSEN Jewish style deli sandwiches, subs, wraps homemade soups, breakfast, bagels and homemade baked knishes. Open for breakfast and lunch Monday-Saturday, 8:30am-4pm. 2657 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-816-9649 $ Cafe Brie. SANDWICHES • SALADS A little gem of a place that serves fantastic sandwiches, salads, quiche and desserts. 2765 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-532-7800 $ Cafe Sportivo. CAFE Cash only, but don’t let that stop you. They are family owned and operated with a variety of espresso drinks. 2219 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-6672 $

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Jet’s Pizza. PIZZA Try one of the specialty pizzas such as Philly cheese steak with Alfredo sauce or the BLT. 437 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-5387 $

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Lighthouse Cove Tiki Bar. AMERICAN Seaside eats and happy hours. 1406 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-784-2804 $$ Little Italian. PIZZA Little Italian Pizza is the best kind of Italian restaurant — the kind that feels like a hole-in-the-wall, but quickly grows vibrant as the large, steaming plates of homestyle Italian dishes come barreling out of the kitchen. While the small restaurant (with only about six cozy tables) doesn’t serve alcohol, they do allow BYOB (and there’s a liquor store conveniently located right next door). Families bring in bottles of red wine to cork, creating a joyous atmosphere. The restaurant has a huge menu with stromboli, calzone, soups, salads, subs, 26 kinds of specialty pizzas, baked pasta dishes, chicken and veal entrées and all your traditional pasta dishes and desserts. 448 S. Cypress Road, 954-941-0550 $-$$ 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 $$

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