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The Deck at Island Gardens in Miami recently introduced Sunset RSVP, a revamped take on its classic happy hour from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Wednesday through Friday. The specials include new chilled seafood bites and drink specials with complimentary valet parking. Guests can relax at The Deck’s waterfront cabanas alongside live beats by rotating

The 21st Annual Andy’s Family Pasta Dinner generated over $300,000 for LifeNet4Families, a social services organization that provides necessary food, ancillary services, and referrals to those in need in Broward County. Over 850 guests attended the event hosted by Andy Cagnetta, CEO of Transworld Business Advisors, at the Signature Grand in Davie. The fundraiser treated

La Fuga recently celebrated its official grand opening in Fort Lauderdale Beach at the new Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. Executive chef Michael Mayer offers a modern approach to coastal Italian cuisine based on a traditional Italian kitchen with a contemporary twist.  La Fuga translates to “the escape,” which is the original name of the property

Various homeowners in Delray Beach’s Front North End Neighborhood will open their homes to visitors during the 20th Annual Delray Beach Home Tour benefiting Achievement Centers for Children & Families (ACCF) on Wednesday, March 15. The Delray Beach Home Tour offers a unique opportunity to see the luxury interiors of waterfront homes in the exclusive

The United Way of Broward County’s Housing United received a three-year (2023-2025) gift totaling $100,000 from the BBX Capital Foundation to support and provide families with down payment assistance and housing subsidies. It will also help the Housing United initiative reach its goal of securing 2,500 units, impacting approximately 7,500 at-risk residents in our community.  “It is

Touted as a “country club in the sky” for environmentally conscious private air travelers, Fleet Clubs continues to raise its profile in South Florida. Founded by Bernard Schwartz and Michele Sullivan, the boutique flying clubs provide two to three weekly round trips—often using sustainable aviation fuels—with annual memberships starting at $50,000 for 20 round trips.  The new

Florida’s Children First (FCF) will host its 21st annual Broward County Advocates for Children Awards at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts on March 7. The event will recognize the child advocates and former foster youth at FCF for supporting the nonprofit’s mission of making positive changes in the lives of children. Joe Johnson,

The signature dish at Kapow Noodle Bar in Boca Raton will be paying dividends for diners throughout the month of March. Here’s the lowdown: Each Monday in March—deemed the “Month of Noods” by the Southeast Asian-inspired restaurant at 402 Plaza Real in Mizner Park—Kapow will introduce four regional dishes, available for one week only. Think

From golden beaches and scenic waterways to cosmopolitan dining and nightlife, life in Greater Fort Lauderdale is a never-ending celebration. And everyone’s invited to the party. Thrill-seekers will discover a lively nightlife scene, from rooftop bars at Rooftop @ 1WLO, Sparrow, Sunset Club Rooftop Bar and The Easton to popular hotspots like DAER Nightclub and hidden speakeasies such as 901. There’s plenty of excitement

Numerous restaurants in the tri-county area will offer special packages to help romantic couples celebrate Valentine’s Day in style. We’ve compiled some of the area’s best offerings below: Palm Beach Ember Grill at The Ray Hotel 233 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach Ember Grill is located inside The Ray Hotel and serves as the property’s

Tomas Redrado Art recently celebrated the debut of their latest exhibit, “V,” featuring the works of Paris Kain, a highly acclaimed multimedia artist and filmmaker whose work includes contemporary art, photography and jewelry. The art gallery reception featured a who’s who of Miami VIPs who enjoyed cocktails while viewing the modern art displays featuring framed silk

Residents at The Palace Coral Gables recently celebrated the Chinese New Year/Year of the Rabbit with an intergenerational event. The entertainment included traditional dance routines and a music student presentation from visiting Chinese foreign exchange students and students from the Belen Jesuit Preparatory school studying world languages. To honor the Year of the Rabbit, the Chinese students