LOCAL BITES

Q&A FORD Focus

We chat with Jeremy Ford about life as a FATHER AND A CHEF

By Mary Murray

ALISSA DRAGUN

Chef Jeremy Ford is many things: the winner of Top Chef season 13, the co-host of Tru TV’s Fast Foodies, and the culinary mastermind behind Miami’s Stubborn Seed and The Butcher’s Club, a new modern steak house inside the PGA National Resort. But perhaps the descriptor he’s most proud of is father of three. The native Floridian always takes Father’s Day off and spends it with his daughters the best way he knows how: picnicking by the water, playing some Rummikub, and cooking dinner at home. PBI recently caught up with Ford to chat about family, cooking, and his latest venture. (pgaresort.com)

PBI: Growing up, did you cook at home with your parents much? What would you make?

Ford: We did a lot of grilling. My dad or my uncle would go fishing and they would bring it back to the house. We used to grill cobia. It’s one of

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my first memories of paying attention to the grill. And a lot of fried chicken, a lot of that.

How do you like to share your love of cooking with your kids?

I love to cook with them, they don’t like to cook with me. My oldest, she’s very interested in baking and pastry. If I cook dinner, she’ll be more apt to take the dessert preparation. She does a really good flan, but my favorite thing she’s ever made was this gooey brownie-Oreo thing.

What’s something your kids like that surprises you?

My 14-year-old eats everything because I started her very, very young growing vegetables and stuff at the house. She does really well with raw fish, which is strange to me. It’s a textural problem for most people. We were in L.A. shooting season two [of Fast Foodies] and she came to stay with me for about a week on her summer break. It was so cool because I took her out to Spago—Wolfgang Puck’s flagship—and the waiter was so shocked that she was eating caviar and the little raw salmon “ice cream cone” thing that he does. She loved all of that stuff.

What would be your top tips for preventing picky eating in kids?

One, you have to lead by example. If you’re eating mac and cheese out of a box, they’re going to want mac and cheese out of a box. It starts with the parents leading by example and showing that they eat their vegetables. Secondly, I think when you’re younger you’re more apt to be stubborn, so you’ve got to really start breaking that young instead of waiting until they’re already set in their ways. And then introduce things without forcing. Forcing a child is the worst thing to do, because you get frustrated, the child gets pissed off, and no one wins that battle.

What excites you most about creating food for The Butcher’s Club?

The Butcher’s Club is actually the food that I like to eat. I like simple. I love eating at Stubborn Seed—don’t get me wrong—but I crave meat and potatoes. When those doors open at 5 o’clock, [I’m] the first order, getting a steak, some creamed spinach, and the bravas.

At The Butcher’s Club in PGA National Resort, chef Jeremy Ford crafts crudos using locally caught fish and bites such as Gruyère cheesy puffs, jamón serrano, and black truffle jalapeño poppers.

l WHAT’S FORD’S BIGGEST TAKEAWAY FROM HIS TIME ON TOP CHEF? FIND OUT AT PALMBEACHILLUSTRATED.COM/JEREMYFORD

FLEX THOSE

MUSSELS

Oysters may get all the glory, but mussels are more popular worldwide. They lack the briny flavor of oysters, which makes them more compatible with many distinctive and exotic preparations. Throughout Palm Beach County, restaurants are using mussels as a canvas for their culinary creations. Here are a few to try now. —Mark Spivak

PISTACHE, West Palm Beach: Nothing says France more than a steaming pot of moules served with pommes frites. At this classic rendition of a Parisian bistro, the shellfish are presented in a broth of white wine, garlic, and shallots, and garnished with a blizzard of parsley. (pistachewpb.com)

COURTESY OF PREZZO

PREZZO, Palm Beach Gardens and Boca Raton:

Originally opened in 1989 and reincarnated in 2017, Prezzo has long been a standard-bearer for traditional Italian cuisine. Mussels Fra Diavolo is a signature starter: PEI mussels, toasted chili flakes, tomato, and fresh basil. (eatprezzo.com)

MUSSEL BEACH,

Delray Beach: This eatery offers Prince Edward Island bivalves a dozen ways. Choose from classics like Mariniere or more adventurous options such as Danish Blue with garlic cream, bacon, blue cheese, and scallions. (musselbeachdelray.com)

AQUA GRILLE, Juno Beach:

Fusion and innovation are standard at North County’s newest seafood outpost. Aqua Grille’s Caribbean Mussels combine tom kha broth from Thailand and vadouvan curry from India with lacquered shiitake mushrooms, creating a dish greater than the sum of its parts. (aquagrillejuno.com)

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A selective guide to Palm Beach-area restaurants

THE LISTINGS

The Palm Beach County dining scene has something for everyone, from funky burger bars and gastropubs to the glam style of iconic Palm Beach lounges. Here, find a listing of area standouts, organized by cuisine type, with descriptions, contact information, and price details for each. What the icons mean:

While not all-inclusive due to space limitations, our dining listings may vary every month and are constantly updated to showcase the culinary diversity of the area. Find more information on local dining options on palmbeachillustrated.com.

$ Dinner entree under $10 $$ Most entrees $10-$25 $$$ Most entrees $25 or more

NOTICE TO RESTAURATEURS: The establishments listed and their descriptions are printed at the discretion of the editors of Palm Beach Illustrated. They are not a form of advertisement, nor do they serve as a restaurant review. For more information, email editorial@palmbeachmedia.com

AMERICAN

1000 NORTH The Jupiter Lighthouse serves as the backdrop for global takes on classic dishes. 1000 N.

U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (1000north.com) $$$ AIOLI This family-owned eatery makes everything inhouse, presenting an array of tantalizing daily specials. 7434 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (aioliwpb.com) $ BANTER Located inside the Canopy by Hilton hotel,

Banter serves Florida fusion cuisine. 380 Trinity

Place, West Palm Beach (banterwpb.com) $$ BATCH Stop by for an upscale take on classic Southern fare, including vegetarian selections. 223 Clematis

St., West Palm Beach (batchsouthernkitchen.com) $$ BELLE & MAXWELL’S This charming eatery serves bistro dishes in comfortable surrounds. 3700 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (belleandmaxwells.com) $ BRICK & BARREL Chef David Schroeder’s gastropub favors comfort food and healthy options. 1153 Town Center Drive Suite 101, Jupiter (brickandbarrelpub.com) $$ BUCCAN Chef Clay Conley offers a wide-ranging menu of small plates that changes with the seasons. 350 S.

County Road, Palm Beach (buccanpalmbeach.com) $$ BURT AND MAX’S This beloved establishment specializes in made-from-scratch plates. 9089 W. Atlantic

Ave. Suite 100, Delray Beach (burtandmaxs.com) $$ CAFÉ CHARDONNAY Chef-owner Frank Eucalitto has augmented the menu with influences from Latin

America and Asia. 4533 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (cafechardonnay.com) $$$ CITY CELLAR WINE BAR & GRILL Offering pizza, dry-aged steaks, pasta, and seafood. 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (citycellarwpb.com) $$ COOLINARY Chef-owner Tim Lipman has merged his popular café and watering hole to create one delicious hangout. 4580 Donald Ross Road Suite 100,

Palm Beach Gardens (thecoolpig.com) $$ DADA Boasting an eclectic atmosphere, Dada serves a fresh spin on standards in the historic Tarrimore house. 52 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach (dadadelray.com) $$ DIXIE GRILL & BREWERY If you’re looking for hearty comfort food with a retro theme, Dixie is the place. 5101

S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (dixiegrillandbar.com) $$ DRIFTWOOD This eatery specializes in innovative Florida fare with fun cocktails to match. 2005 S. Federal

Hwy., Boynton Beach (driftwoodboynton.com) $ FARMER’S TABLE Farm-to-table fare to please all diners. 951 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach; 1901 N.

Military Trail, Boca Raton (farmerstableboca.com) $$ FERN STREET WINE BAR & KITCHEN The everchanging menu showcases clean ingredients creatively prepared in a wood-fire grill. 501 Fern St. Suite 104, West Palm Beach (fernstreetwpb.com) $$$ FRIES TO CAVIAR GARDEN BISTRO & BAR Chef Jimmy

Mills shows off his knack for crafting unusual plates. 6299

N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (friestocaviar.com) $$$ GALLEY Stop by this restaurant in the Hilton West

Palm Beach for grilled delicacies with a coastal flair. 600 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach (hilton westpalmbeach.com) $$$

TASTE 2

TO TRY

Combine passion, energy, and attention to detail, and you have Deke’s in Delray, a stateof-the-art coffee roaster. Think terroir only applies to wine? Deke’s works with farmers to source “the highest cup scores on the planet,” pays above Fair Trade prices, then roasts each lot separately to ensure the most authentic flavor notes possible. In addition to classic espresso, cappuccino, and lattes, Deke’s crafts kombucha, cold brew, and a special house milk (a non-dairy alternative made with cashews, coconut, almonds, and dates). They are adamant about using no syrups or sweeteners to distract from the natural flavor of the coffee. Rotating local vendors provide baked goods on weekends, and kids can be part of the experience too with a “babyccino” of either steamed milk or kombucha. (dekesindelray.com)

While you can indulge in lunch or dinner at Bond Street Ale and Coffee (formerly Bond and Smolders) in the East Boynton Beach Riverwalk Plaza, the café is best known for its European-style breakfast and baked goods, available all day. Choose from a variety of quiches (including kale, mushroom, salmon, or the classic Lorraine), a customizable breakfast sandwich on a brioche bun, the Banjo Jack Special (scrambled eggs with mushrooms, spinach, tomato, and goat cheese), or the Poach di Parma (prosciutto di Parma, poached eggs, baby arugula, Parmesan garlic truffle aioli, and seasonal melon). Owner Philip Van Egmond, a former sculptor, used his artistic talents in both the decor and menu. “I wanted to offer a different approach than a traditional French bakery,” he says. “Our dishes reflect a global influence and the flavors of street food and appeal to a younger audience.” (bondstreetaleandcoffee.com) —M.S.

GARY RACK’S FARMHOUSE KITCHEN At this healthy hangout, farm-fresh ingredients reign supreme. 204

E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 399 S.E. Mizner Blvd.,

Boca Raton (farmhousekitchenboca.com) $$ GREASE BURGER BAR The high-end burgers elevate pub cuisine to a divine experience. 213 Clematis St.,

West Palm Beach (greasewpb.com) $ GRILLED CHEESE GALLERY The ultimate comfort food combo, grilled cheese and tomato soup, takes a playful turn at this trendy Northwood restaurant. 422

Northwood Road, West Palm Beach (561-328-7425) $ HENRY’S A throwback to a less-complicated era,

Henry’s serves American comfort food to a packed

house. 16850 Jog Road, Delray Beach (henrysof bocaraton.com) $$ HENRY’S PALM BEACH This American-inspired bistro is perfect for dinner, drinks, or weekend brunch. 229 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (thebreakers.com) $$$ HIVE BAKERY & CAFÉ Satisfy your sweet tooth and meet friends for lunch at this chic hangout. 1603 S. Dixie

Hwy., West Palm Beach (hivebakeryandcafe.com) $$ HOWLEY’S This circa-1950 diner serves tried-andtrue classics in nostalgic surrounds. 4700 S. Dixie

Hwy., West Palm Beach (sub-culture.org/howleys) $ J. ALEXANDER’S This sleek chain offers modern American cuisine in contemporary settings—a reliable choice when having trouble deciding where to eat dinner. 4625 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 1400 Glades

Road, Boca Raton (jalexanders.com) $$$ KICKBACK NEIGHBORHOOD TAVERN A bar and grill with local flair from farm-fresh ingredients. 12771 W.

Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington (kickbacktavern.com) $$ LE BAR Á VIN This wine and cocktail bar offers a range of drinks and light dishes. 380 S. County Road, Palm

Beach (lebarpalmbeach.com) $$$ LULU’S Brunch is the main event at this chic, open-air eatery. 189 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (lulusdelray.com) $$ MAX’S GRILLE A cross between a steak house and a sports bar, Max’s Grille boasts a wide legion of fans. 404 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (maxsgrille.com) $$$ PARK TAVERN Everything from the bread to the condiments is handmade using local ingredients. 32 S.E. 2nd

Ave., Delray Beach (parktaverndelray.com) $$ RESTAURANT 44 Serving contemporary classics in a sleek setting. Palm Beach Towers, 44 Cocoanut Row,

Palm Beach (restaurant44palmbeach.com) $$$ RESTAURANT AT THE NORTON Art enthusiasts come for the stellar exhibitions, but they stay for the food. 1450 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (norton.org) $$$ RH ROOFTOP The top floor of Restoration Hardware boasts a dazzling dining space. 560 Okeechobee

Blvd., West Palm Beach (restorationhardware.com) $$ SASSAFRAS This West Palm hot spot brings a decadent twist to Southern food. 105 S. Narcissus Ave. #130, West Palm Beach (sassafraswpb.com) $$ SEASPRAY INLET GRILL Stop by for ocean views, live entertainment, and a seasonal menu. 999 E. Camino

Real, Boca Raton (seasprayboca.com) $$ SOURBON KITCHEN & BAR Contemporary American dining with a botanical atmosphere. 215 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (sourbon.com) $$ SWIFTY’S AT THE COLONY Cosmopolitan dining meets island ease. 155 Hammon Ave., Palm Beach (thecolonypalmbeach.com) $$$ TROPICAL SMOKEHOUSE Chef Rick Mace brings his culinary prowess to Florida barbecue. 3815 S.

Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (eattropical.com) $$ TRUE Baltimore native Frank Hawkins turns out the best crab cakes south of Charm City. 147 S.E. 1st

Ave., Boca Raton (truebocaraton.com) $$ VOODOO BAYOU Take your palate on a walk through the French Quarter via the authentic flavors of New

Orleans. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Suite 5095, Palm Beach Gardens (voodoobayou.com) $$

ASIAN

COCO SUSHI LOUNGE & BAR See and be seen at this sultry sushi spot. 25 N.E. 2nd Ave. Suite 208,

Delray Beach (cocodelray.com) $$ IMOTO Influenced by his experience in Tokyo, chef

Clay Conley presents small Asian bites and a sushi menu that tempts all senses. 350 S. County Road,

Palm Beach (imotopalmbeach.com) $$ JOY NOODLES Order the fresh ramen at this vegetarian-friendly hidden gem. 2200 S. Dixie Hwy., West

Palm Beach (joynoodles.net) $$

KABUKI For an intimate night out, come here for traditional and modern sushi in a dimly lit and sexy environment. 308 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach; 5080 PGA

Blvd. Suite 105, Palm Beach Gardens; 2465 S. State

Road 7 #100, Wellington (kabukiwpb.com) $

THE SEA SOUTHEAST ASIAN KITCHEN & SUSHI

BAR Stop by for a cool take on Southeast Asian cuisine, including a large selection of sushi, fried rice, and wok creations. 16950 Jog Road, Delray Beach (theseaasianbistro.com) $$ SUSHI RAY JAPANESE RESTAURANT Enjoy the entertaining hibachi grill or order from the collection of sake at the onyx-lit sushi bar. 5250 Town Center

Circle #111, Boca Raton (sushiray.com) $$ SUSHI SIMON Freshly caught fish from around the world and a playfully creative flair make this seemingly obscure oasis a must-visit for any sushi lover. 1628 S.

Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach (561-731-1819) $$ TALAY THAI CUISINE Chef Charlie Soo blends power and delicacy to create traditional Thai and Japanese dishes. 7100 Fairway Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, in the LA Fitness Center (thaipalmbeachgardens.com) $$

ECLECTIC

BARCELLO With a pasta section ranging from Pad Thai to rigatoni, there is no doubt that Barcello’s menu is one of the most unique in Palm Beach County. 11603

U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach (barcellonpb.com) $$ LOLA 41 This vibrant restaurant bases its menu off of the flavors found along the forty-first parallel. 290

Sunset Ave., Palm Beach (lola41.com) $$$ RHYTHM CAFÉ This staple offers inspired comfort food and an impressive beer and wine inventory. 3800A

S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (rhythmcafe.com) $$ SPRUZZO Enjoy views of the Intracoastal at this rooftop eatery with a globally inspired menu. 251 N. Narcissus

Ave., West Palm Beach (spruzzowestpalm.com) $$ WAXIN’S Swedish food finds a South Florida home at this sophisticated eatery. 5300 Donald Ross Road

Unit 130, Palm Beach Gardens (waxins.com) $$$

FRENCH AND FRENCH AMERICAN

BRULÉ BISTRO This Pineapple Grove gastropub draws regulars for creative cocktails and cuisine. 200 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (brulebistro.com) $$ CAFÉ BOULUD This four-star restaurant boasts the same

French flair as its famed Manhattan cousin, with a dash of South Florida flavor. 301 Australian Ave., Palm Beach, in the Brazilian Court Hotel (cafeboulud.com) $$ CAFÉ L’EUROPE Café L’Europe invites guests to enjoy its impressive wine list, exquisite desserts, and warm hospitality. 331 S. County Road, Palm Beach (cafeleurope.com) $$$ KATHY’S GAZEBO CAFÉ Kathy’s specializes in

French Continental dishes and wine pairings. 4199

N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (kathysgazebo.com) $$ LA GOULUE This island newcomer brings the flavors of France to Palm Beach. 288 S. County Road, Palm

Beach (lagouluepb.com) $$$ LE BOUCHON FRENCH BISTRO Enjoy Champagne at the outside bar or savor classic dishes like savory crepes or a croque monsieur. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave.,

Palm Beach Gardens (lebouchonpbg.com) $$ PÉTANQUE This casual spot is a tribute to co-owners

Olivier and Edouard Delrieu’s childhood summers spent in the South of France. 517 Northwood Road,

West Palm Beach (petanquepb.com) $$ PISTACHE FRENCH BISTRO Presenting French bistro bites with a Mediterranean twist. 101 N. Clematis

St., West Palm Beach (pistachewpb.com) $$ SIX TABLES There really are only six tables and 24 seats under the watchful eyes of chef-owners Thomas and Jennifer Finn. 112 N.E. 2nd St., Boca Raton (sixtablesarestaurant.com) $$$

GIOVANNI LEDON

BIG FISH

LOOKING TO CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL SUSHI DAY JUNE 18? THEN HEAD DOWN TO AKIRA BACK IN THE RAY HOTEL IN DELRAY BEACH. BACKED BY MICHELIN-STARRED CHEF AKIRA BACK, THE JAPANESE-FUSION RESTAURANT BOASTS CREATIVE SASHIMI OFFERINGS AND SIGNATURE ROLLS LIKE THE POP ROCKIN’, WHICH COMBINES SPICY CRAB, CUCUMBER, ASPARAGUS, AND WATERMELON POP ROCKS. (AKIRABACKDELRAY.COM) —M.M.

ITALIAN

BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE Beautifully presented dishes are complemented by fine wine and dessert options. 550 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach; 3101 PGA

Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (brioitalian.com) $$ CAFÉ CENTRO This Northwood Village resto pairs live performances with eclectic Italian fare. 2409 N. Dixie

Hwy., West Palm Beach (cafecentrowpb.com) $$ CAFÉ FLORA In a courtyard off Worth Avenue, Café Flora presents Tuscan delicacies in a charming setting. 240

Worth Ave., Palm Beach (cafeflorapalmbeach.com) $$$ CAFFE LUNA ROSA Luna Rosa turns out consistent versions of classic Northern Italian dishes. 34 S.

Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach (caffelunarosa.com) $$ ELISABETTA’S This sleek eatery slings up handmade Italian delicacies. 201 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach; 32 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (elisabettas.com) $$ GRATO Chef Clay Conley lends his prowess to Italian food at this casual, family-friendly trattoria. 1901 S.

Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (gratowpb.com) $$ IL BELLAGIO The food is stellar and so is the setting, as the restaurant sits in the center of The Square. 600 S. Rosemary Ave. Suite 170, West Palm Beach (ilbellagiocityplace.com) $$ JOSIE’S RISTORANTE This family-owned restaurant is known for its classic plates and desserts. 1602 S. Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach (josiesristorante.com) $$ LA VILLETTA RISTORANTE ITALIANO Following culinary training in Italy, chef Maria Mirra-Costanza traveled the world before settling in South Florida. 4351

N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (lavillettaboca.com) $$$ LIMONCELLO This trattoria serves up classic dishes in a family-friendly atmosphere. 2000 PGA Blvd., Palm

Beach Gardens (limoncellopbg.com) $$$ LOUIE BOSSI’S This beloved addition to the Boca dining scene specializes in sharable Italian favorites. 100

E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (louiebossi.com) $$ MAISON CARLOS Nothing beats the feel of a familyowned Italian restaurant, and Maison Carlos excels at elevating homemade fare into superior cuisine. 3010 S.

Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (maisoncarlos.com) $$$ PARADISO RISTORANTE Chef Angelo Romano serves traditional Italian meals along with some surprises. 625

Lucerne Ave., Lake Worth (paradisolakeworth.com) $$$ PIZZA AL FRESCO Situated in a courtyard designed by

Addison Mizner, this casual eatery offers some of the best pizza and views on the island. 14 Via Mizner, Palm

Beach (pizzaalfresco.com) $$ POLPO The Southern Italian cuisine comes alive at this restaurant inside the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa. 100 S.

Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (eaupalmbeach.com) $$$ RISTORANTE SANTUCCI Chef and owner Emilio

Santucci translates his experience growing up in Sicily into his menu and atmosphere. 610 Clematis St.,

West Palm Beach (restaurantsantucci.com) $$ ROSE’S DAUGHTER Chef Suzanne Perrotto carries on her mother’s culinary legacy in to-die-for pastas, pizzas, and other Italian delicacies. 169 N.E. 2nd Ave.,

Delray Beach (rosesdaughterdelray.com) $$$ SANT AMBROEUS Sant Ambroeus pairs the essence of Old World Milan with fine dining. 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (santambroeus.com) $$$ TANZY Presenting creative Italian food, including a decadent dessert cart. 301 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (tanzyrestaurant.com) $$$ TRAMONTI ITALIAN RISTORANTE Tramonti is the

Delray version of Angelo’s of Mulberry St., which has been serving Neapolitan cuisine since 1902. 119 E.

Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (tramontidelray.com) $$$

SIP WITH PBI SPICE UP Your Summer

The sweltering days and hot nights of summer are upon us, so it’s time to make the best of it with languid afternoons at the pool, tasty cookouts, and refreshing beer cocktails. The British Shandy, the German Radler, the French Picon Bière, and the increasingly popular Mexican Michelada are some of the simplest and tastiest examples of low-proof beer cocktails that are perfect for this hot weather.

B e e r - b a s e d l i b a t i o n s h a v e a l o n g , r i c h h i s t o r y . S h a k e s p e a r e a n d D i c k e n s b o t h a l l u d e d t o t h e m i n t h e i r w o r k , a n d t h e m o s t w e l l - k n o w n o f t h e b e e r c o c k t a i l s , t h e S h a n d y , i s t h o u g h t t o d e r i v e f r o m t h e B r i t i s h s l a n g p h r a s e “ s h a n t o f g a t t e r ” o r “ p u b w a t e r . ”

T h e p u b w a t e r o f M e x i c o , t h e c l a s s i c M i c h e l a d a , c a n k i c k u p t h e fl a v o r o f a n i c e , c o l d b e e r . I t t r a d i t i o n a l l y c o n s i s t s o f b e e r , s a l t , l i m e , s p i c e , a n d t o m a t o j u i c e , b u t m y v a r i a t i o n b r i n g s a t r o p i c a l t w i s t t o t h i s l o w - v o l t a g e d r i n k w i t h t h e a d d i t i o n o f p a s s i o n f r u i t a n d h a b a n e r o . N o w y o u c a n g o c r u s h s u m m e r a n d t h a n k m e l a t e r . —Jules Aron

Passion Chelada

Ingredients

1 habanero slice, deseeded 1 oz. passion fruit puree 1 oz. fresh lime juice 1 cup Mexican lager Hibiscus salt for rim (optional)

Add the habanero to a mixing glass and muddle gently. Add the passion fruit puree and lime juice to the mixing glass with ice and shake thoroughly. Strain into a chilled glass and top with the lager.

FRANCESCA COVIELLO TAYLOR AMOS

LATIN AMERICAN AND MEXICAN

ANDALUCIA TAPAS BAR & RESTAURANT The Spanish resto and marketplace allows customers to take a little bit of Spain with them. 187 Tequesta Dr., Jupiter (andaluciatapasbar.com) $$ AVOCADO CANTINA Chef Julien Gremaud brings his fine dining prowess to Mexican street food. 11701

Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens (avocadocantina.com) $$ BODEGA TAQUERIA Y TEQUILA This Miami favorite has migrated north, bringing with it a youthful, modern spin on Mexican street food. 118 S. Clematis St.,

West Palm Beach (bodegataqueria.com) $ CABANA EL REY Cabana offers an array of South

American dishes with endless flavor. 105 E. Atlantic

Ave., Delray Beach (cabanaelrey.com) $$ CACTUS GRILLE & TEQUILA BAR Saddle up for authentic Tex-Mex fare. 4650 Donald Ross Road Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens (thecactusgrille.com) $$ CALAVERAS CANTINA Providing festive environs in which to savor Mexican staples. 125 Dockside Circle,

Jupiter (calaverascantinas.com) $$ CHOLO SOY COCINA This taqueria specializes in Ecuadorian-style eats that pack outrageous flavor. 3715 S.

Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (cholosoycocina.com) $ DR. LIMÓN Chef Carlos Brescia uses Peruvian and local ingredients to deliver guests a taste of Latin

America in South Florida. 533 Clematis St., West

Palm Beach (doctorlimon.com) $$ EL CAMINO Serving Mexican soul food, like brisket quesadillas and carne asada tacos. 15 N.E. 2nd Ave.,

Delray Beach (elcaminodelray.com) $$ EL FOGONCITO Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine rooted in family recipes and traditions. 711 W. Indiantown Road

Suite C4, Jupiter (elfogoncitorestaurant.com) $$ HAVANA This family-friendly cantina serves all the Cuban specialties you’ve come to expect. 6801 S. Dixie

Hwy., West Palm Beach (havanacubanfood.com) $ PAPICHULO TACOS Three friends came together to fuse Mexican, Cuban, Peruvian, and Argentinian influences. 1005 N. State Road 7, Royal Palm Beach; 1556 U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (papichulotacos.com) $$ ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR Every day is

Cinco de Mayo at Rocco’s. 224 Clematis St., West

Palm Beach; 5090 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 110 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 5250 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton (roccostacos.com) $$ VIVA LA PLAYA Born from the foodies who made Benny’s on the Beach a brunch favorite, this new spot offers a menu that sings with Latin American sabor. 10 S.

Ocean Blvd., Lake Worth Beach (vivalaplaya.com) $$

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MEDITERRANEAN

AMAR Stop by for an authentic taste of Lebanon, from classic meze to el mehchi, an eggplant dish stuffed with spinach, onions, and chickpeas. 522 E. Atlantic

Ave., Delray Beach (amardelray.com) $$ BARRIO For Spanish tapas and creative cocktails, look no further than this new bar-centric hot spot. 700 S.

Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (barriowpb.com) $$ FLORIE’S In the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, acclaimed chef Mauro Colagreco offers his interpretation of fine-dining Mediterranean fare. 2800 S. Ocean Blvd.,

Palm Beach (fourseasons.com/palmbeach) $$$ LA CIGALE La Cigale bills itself as “A Taste of the Mediterranean,” serving classic French dishes along with influences from Spain, Italy, and North Africa. 253

S.E. 5th Ave., Delray Beach (lacigaledelray.com) $$$ LEILA RESTAURANT In addition to its many Mediterranean dishes, Leila also offers entertainment in the form of belly dancing and hookah on the patio. 120 S.

Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (leilawpb.com) $$

RAW/VEGAN/VEGETARIAN

CHRISTOPHER’S KITCHEN Chef Albert Crifaci Molla can turn the heartiest meat eater into a raw-food fa-

natic with his creative presentations. 4783 PGA Blvd.,

Palm Beach Gardens (christopherskitchenfl.com) $$ DARBSTER This vegetarian bistro faithfully recreates new American dishes with organic ingredients—although meat eaters will never suspect. 8020 S.

Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (darbster.com) $$ PLANTA A wholly plant-based menu presents vegetarian and vegan options that are sustainable and locally sourced. 700 S. Rosemary Ave. Suite 142, West

Palm Beach (plantarestaurants.com) $$ PURA VIDA This health food location offers organic options in Rosemary Square. 460 S. Rosemary Ave.

Suite 186, West Palm Beach (puravidamiami.com) $

SEAFOOD

50 OCEAN The second floor of Boston’s on the Beach houses an elegant restaurant specializing in first-rate seafood and a beautiful brunch. 50 S. Ocean Blvd.,

Delray Beach (50ocean.com) $$ 3800 OCEAN Embark on a culinary journey through

Florida’s local seafood bounty at this restaurant in the

Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort. 3800

N. Ocean Drive, Riviera Beach (marriott.com) $$$ CAPTAIN CHARLIE’S REEF GRILL This unassuming restaurant packs a punch with a large selection of Cajun-inspired entrées. 12846 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno

Beach (captaincharliesreefgrillfl.com) $$ CITY OYSTER AND SUSHI BAR With sushi, oysters, and a bakery, City Oyster offers a plethora of options. 213

E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (cityoysterdelray.com) $$$ COBALT Located inside the Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel & Spa, Cobalt presents elegant seafood dishes in an oceanfront setting. 3500 Ocean Drive, Vero

Beach (cobaltrestaurant.com) $$$

COD AND CAPERS SEAFOOD MARKET AND CAFÉ

A market and restaurant, Cod and Capers sells fresh fish to bring home or will take care of dinner for you. 1201 U.S. 1, North Palm Beach (codandcapers.com) $$ CORVINA SEAFOOD GRILL Chef Jeff Tunks infuses his vast experience into delectable seafood delicacies. 110

Plaza Real S., Boca Raton (corvinabocaraton.com) $$$ DECK 84 Burt Rapoport’s casual alfresco eatery highlights local Florida catches and seafood specialties. 840 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (deck84.com) $$ DIVE BAR RESTAURANT Dine on the water at the Jupiter Yacht Club Marina along the Jupiter Riverwalk or sit at the open-air bar surrounding a large saltwater aquarium. 318 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (divebarrestaurant.com) $$ LIONFISH Committed to sustainability, this chic eatery presents an array of innovative seafood. 307 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (lionfishdelray.com) $$ LOCH BAR Stop by for handcrafted cocktails and an array of seafood delights in a classy setting. 346

Plaza Real, Boca Raton (lochbar.com) $$$ LUCKY SHUCK A raw bar, fresh seafood, and craft beer are all part of the ambience of Lucky Shuck. 1116 Love St., Jupiter (luckyshuckjupiter.com) $$ OLD KEY LIME HOUSE This charming waterfront restaurant prioritizes fun times and fresh seafood. 300

E. Ocean Ave., Lantana (oldkeylimehouse.com) $$ PB CATCH This contemporary seafood restaurant is the brainchild of Pistache’s Reid Boren and Thierry Beaud. 251 Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach (pbcatch.com) $$ PRIME CATCH Nestled on the waterfront, Prime Catch pairs stunning views with raw bar delights and innovative specials from the land and sea. 700 E. Woolbright

Road, Boynton Beach (primecatchboynton.com) $$$ RACKS FISH HOUSE + OYSTER BAR Enjoy steam kettles, Prohibition-style cocktails, and a Grand Centralinspired oyster bar in a New England setting. 5 S.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (racksdelray.com) $$$ SINCLAIRS OCEAN GRILL The sleek decor matches the mouthwatering menu at this upscale beachfront dining location. 5 N. A1A, Jupiter, in the Jupiter

Beach Resort (sinclairsoceangrill.com) $$$ SPOTO’S OYSTER BAR Along with satisfying seafood dishes, enjoy specialty cocktails and wines. 4560

PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (spotos.com) $$$ SQUARE GROUPER TIKI BAR Stop by for tropical drinks, bar bites, and live music. 1111 Love St., Jupiter; 1920 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce (squaregrouper.net) $$ THE STATION HOUSE While the clam chowder, Ipswich steamers, and fish dishes are noteworthy, the

CAROLINE MCGINLEY

EASY BAKE

JUPITER NATIVE CAROLINE MCGINLEY HAS MADE IT EASY TO WHIP UP FRESH-FROM-THEOVEN COOKIES WITH MINIMAL EFFORT. HER STUFFED LA GRINGUITA GOURMET COOKIES ARE PACKAGED AS INDIVIDUAL QUARTERPOUND DOUGH BALLS (FOUR PER $15 BAG) AND AVAILABLE IN FOUR FLAVORS: BROWN BUTTAH, THE JAMMY, EL CHURRO, AND CHOCOLATE SOUFFLÉ. VISIT THE LA GRINGUITA WEBSITE FOR A LIST OF LOCAL RETAILERS AND PICK-UP SPOTS. (GRINGUITA-COOKIES.COM) —M.M.

specialty is perfectly prepared Maine lobster. 233 W. Lantana Road, Lantana (thestationhouse.com) $$

SMALL PLATES

HMF The Breakers’ glamorous cocktail lounge is a fashionable mix of modern and classic. Asian influences dot the menu, including a full sushi bar. 1 S. County

Road, Palm Beach (hmfpalmbeach.com) $$ STAGE Through small dishes packed with flavor, Stage presents delicious curries, to gluten-free veggie options, to Korean specialties. 2000 PGA Blvd. Suite 5502, Palm Beach Gardens (stagepga.com) $$

STEAK HOUSE

AVALON Delivering a metropolitan dining experience,

Avalon specializes in upscale beef and seafood. 110

E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (avalondelray.com) $$$ THE CAPITAL GRILLE This successful chain offers classic steak house fare, complemented by a stellar wine portfolio. 11365 Legacy Ave., Palm Beach Gardens; 6000

W. Glades Road, Boca Raton (thecapitalgrille.com) $$$ FLAGLER STEAKHOUSE Operated by The Breakers, this elegant steak house offers hand-selected cuts of beef in country club environs. 2 S. County Road,

Palm Beach (flaglersteakhousepalmbeach.com) $$$ HOUSTON’S Focusing on American classics, this Hillstone steak house prepares its flawless dishes from scratch. 1900 N.W. Executive Center Circle, Boca

Raton (houstons.com) $$$ MEAT MARKET The Palm Beach outpost of the famed

Miami Beach steak house offers a dynamic menu and a sexy ambience similar to its original location. 191

Bradley Place, Palm Beach (meatmarket.net) $$$ NEW YORK PRIME This steak house has it all: first-rate raw materials, flawlessly executed dishes, and tables spaced far enough apart for private conversations. 2350 N.W. Executive Center Drive, Boca Raton (newyorkprime.com) $$$ OKEECHOBEE STEAK HOUSE The Okeechobee

Steak House opened in 1947 and has been an institution ever since. 2854 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm

Beach (okeesteakhouse.com) $$$ PALM BEACH GRILL The Palm Beach outpost of Houston’s offers beloved items we have come to expect: ribs, steaks, and seafood. 340 Royal Poinciana Way,

Palm Beach (palmbeachgrill.com) $$$ SALT 7 Steak is the top draw at this late-night favorite, but make sure to savor the truffle mac and cheese as well as sashimi, specialty sushi rolls, and raw bar bites. 32 S.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (salt7.com) $$$ STONEWOOD GRILL AND TAVERN At once casual and classy, Stonewood presents a savory menu in an intimate setting. Start with the bruschetta and end with the chocolate bread pudding. 10120 Forest Hill

Blvd., Wellington (stonewoodgrill.com) $$ III FORKS The elegant bar and lounge create a trendy atmosphere for this modern evolution of the classic steak house. 4645 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (3forks.com) $$$