Caralyn Greif

Atlantic Avenue in downtown Delray Beach is an area well-known for fine dining. But not every restaurant can be on the Ave. itself, no matter how good the food. And sometimes, being a bit hidden, has its advantages. If you've driven through this area, on Federal Highway you might have noticed the beautiful elephant doors and swinging lanterns. Those doors open to a garden oasis -- and it's just far enough from the ado of Atlantic Avenue.

Brother-sister co-owners of Lebanese descent, Leo Khoury and Olga Khoury fashion their inspirations of both food and ambience around the true meaning of being "eclectic".

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Sara Ventiera

Fort Lauderdale has no dearth of restaurant options.

Want to throw on your fanciest LBD? Go for it.

Craving something fast and casual? Just take a drive down US1.

Desire dining al fresco? You're sure to find something on Las Olas.

Looking for a small laid-back place with inventive food, great beer, and friendly service? Now you're limiting your options.

Well, Fort Lauderdale recently got its newest 'modern mom-and-pop shop' with craft beer, boutique wine, and innovative menu: Hot and Soul.

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- New Food Truck Royal Wings Specializes in Grilled Jumbo Wings on the Fly

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When beloved downtown West Palm Beach gastropub Gratify closed their doors last July, a little piece of champagne brunch died along with it. Where most of us saw a fleeting memory of happy hours past, however, Chase Woolard saw an opportunity. Already the Managing Partner of successful restaurant The Local in Coral Gables, Chase was looking to break into new territory, and the empty shell that Gratify left behind was the perfect fit.

But whatever you do, don't get the two confused.

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- First Look: Green Bar & Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale
- First Look: Over 100 Small Plates at Ceviche in Delray Beach

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All photos by Laine Doss

Shawn Neifeld displays his wares at Mojo Donuts.

Until now, south Florida has been a little behind in the hand crafted doughnut craze that's sweeping the nation. From New York City, where hipsters stand in line for an hour for a Meyer lemon doughnut from Doughnut Plant to Portland, Oregon, where Voodoo Doughnuts has been featured on nearly every show on Food Network's roster, Homer Simpson's favorite treat is riding a wave of popularity. So where are the hand-made gourmet doughnuts in south Florida?

For now, they're all in a little strip mall shop in Pembroke Pines and these doughnuts contain enough mojo for the entire state.More »

All photos by Falyn Freyman

A good pour at Chill Wine Lounge in Fort Lauderdale.

We're not exactly sure who coined the style of décor called "deco glam" or whether it should have ever been paired with the word "chill" (or invented), but we do know that Chill Wine Lounge in Fort Lauderdale has a lot more going for it than aesthetics.

Ultramodern chrome accents, over-the-top neon purple lighting, and floral motifs all give off the air of trying a little too hard, but since opening this past December, this specialty wine and craft beer bar and lounge has earned a reputation for providing a trendy and lively atmosphere along with a menu loaded with unique and moderately priced drink offerings, all conveniently located right next door to the Gateway independent movie theater.

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Mike Niles

Zorba's team.

For an authentic taste of Greece, Palm Beach residents look no further than Zorba's Taverna, a new eatery now open in Delray Beach.

With decades' worth of combined experience, owners Bobby and father Taso Orfanos joined with restaurateur Bill Maxakoulis to open Zorba's last December. The trio is dedicated to serving "soul-satisfying" Greek dishes from expansive lunch and dinner menus filled with a variety of house-made favorites that focus on fresh ingredients, with many items imported from Greece.

"Our recipes have been handed down from many generations in both of our families," said Maxakoulis. "We serve the best Greek food on this side of the Atlantic."

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We would bet that at least 75 percent of our visitors come to South Florida for the beach. Aside from the beautiful people, it's probably our best asset. That being said, there aren't too many hotels or restaurants situated directly on the beach.

And then there's the Pelican Grand Hotel. While it did take on a new executive chef, Todd Lough, last spring, the property recently completely overhauled its onsite restaurant: Ocean 2000.

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- The Pelican Grand Beach Resort's New Chef, Todd Lough, Talks Fresh, Local Flavors
- Sunday Oceanfront Brunch at the Pelican Grand
- Pelican Grand Resort Announces New Chef via Social Media
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All photos Courtesy Redletter PR

Have you happened to notice the increasingly prolific Salt Life stickers on the back of cars and SUVs? If not, we're wondering where the heck you have been. They're everywhere.

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Photo courtesy Frank Theatres

A recently opened similar concept in New Jersey

We are known across the world as the ultimate multitaskers. We eat while working. We eat while watching TV. We even have an entire industry catering to those who want to eat while driving. So it should come as no surprise that one of the newest trends in dining would be eating meals while at the movies--and the bowling alley.
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Lately, it seems like every other day there is a new place opening up in Hollywood. For years, the city was known more for French Canadian snowbirds than anything new and exciting. Obviously, that's starting to change. More »