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SUSTAINABILITY
Conscientious Eating
These area restaurants are doing their part to help MOTHER EARTH 1. BEEHIVE KITCHEN One of Fort Lauderdale’s favorite fast-casual bowl concepts, Beehive Kitchen has been leading the way in sustainability. In addition to sourcing produce, meat, and seafood locally whenever possible, the restaurant uses eco-friendly materi2 als when packaging orders. Bowls are made of plant-based bagasse, which can compost in 120-180 days and leaves no toxicity in the soil. Lids are derived from recyclable PET plastic, and straws are a
biodegradable vegetable fiber. (beehive-kitchen.com) 2. AGAVE BANDIDO This lively Mexican kitchen ensures its margaritas help to save the planet. Every drink 3 uses 100 percent biodegradable agave straws, and the restaurant also recycles the bottling for agave, house-made syrups, and mixers. In addition, Agave Bandido focuses on portion control to minimize food waste. (agavebandido.com) 3. OCEANS 234 Dedicated to providing not only an exceptional product but a sustain-
able one as well, this Deerfield Beach resto recently made the switch to Ora King Salmon across its menu, including for its sushi. The company behind the product believes aquaculture and sustainable farming practices are “integral to the welfare and future” of the planet and only grows salmon in the most sustainable way possible. (oceans234.com)
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Your signature blend is the 55. Tell us about your new roasts. We have different roasts such as Good Vibes and the Flagler Village blend. We just introduced the Magic City. It’s a darker roast, more of a Cubano style that’s in our café con leches and cortaditos. We’re giving options for a customer’s changing palate.
COURTESY CIRCLE HOUSE COFFEE
Circle House Coffee lovers are familiar with its popular Flagler Village locale clad in colorful murals depicting community and togetherness. Former NFL linebacker Stephen Tulloch started the café in 2019, catering to weekday commuters and weekend warriors in need of a pick-me-up. Tulloch’s national platform allowed him to extend his philanthropic endeavors, which he says have been a focus for him ever since he was a child growing up in Kendall. Today, his community-based coffee shop and drive-through not only serves up coffee but helps Broward County and beyond. “Our mission is to give back one sip at a time,” says Tulloch, who often contributes to local organizations such as Gilda’s Club, Women in Distress, and the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation, among others. He’s continuing his altruistic ways at a second coffee shop in Oakland Park, which opened last fall. Here, Tulloch discusses his new location and what locals can expect. (circlehousecoffee.com)
FLI: Why Oakland Park? Tulloch: I kind of entrenched myself in the Broward County community. When I retired, I was living in Miami and sold my house. I wanted to transfer here to be able to build that [generational] legacy. I was 32 when I moved here, and now I’m 36. The foundation of the brand is here. We have a good following, and it’s all about building and continuing excellence.
Why visit Circle House? I think No. 1, it’s our customer service. You know when you walk in somewhere and you feel good? That’s what Circle House stands for, is that feeling. From the moment you walk in, to the moment you’re greeted, to the moment you get your item and leave, it’s consistent. Our attention to detail is consistent. And we preach inclusivity of everyone.
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