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Top 5 Gluten-Free Restaurants in South Florida

November 22, 2016 by Olivia Lancaster Leave a Comment

While several restaurants boast about their gluten-free menu options, only a few live up to the hype.

Often gluten-free translates to a very limited menu without any dessert options, but these restaurants will exceed anybody’s expectations.

A couple of the restaurants on this list, curated by our friends at Gluten Free Underground, are fit for date night or other special occasions.

Go ahead and indulge in the spectacular gluten-free cuisines these restaurants offer.

Grand Lux Cafe

Grand Lux Cafe has an extensive menu with several options. The restaurant is fairly casual with multiple locations. Gluten-free options include burgers and pasta.

Fresh First

Everything on the menu at Fresh First is gluten-free and delicious. The only drawback- the restaurant is only open for breakfast and lunch.

Market 17

While swanky and upscale may be used to describe this date and special occasion worthy restaurant, Market 17 showcases a fresh seasonal menu that changes daily.

Seasons 52

A variety of gluten-free healthy choices can be found at Seasons 52. The menu changes seasonally and the caloric count for each dish is printed on the menu.

Farmer’s Table

Farmer’s Table is number one on this list for good reason. All gluten-free options are clearly notated on the menu and there are plenty of them. They even have a selection of gluten-free desserts, including chocolate cake.

This list is a good start for those in South Florida trying to adapt to this unique diet and lifestyle. For additional gluten-free articles, recipes, resources, and more.

Know of other great, gluten-free options in the Broward, Palm Beach, or Miami-Dade areas? Let us know in the comments section!

Review: House of Caviar and Fine Foods in Fort Lauderdale

December 5, 2015 by Olivia Lancaster Leave a Comment

I finally had a chance to try something I’ve never had before – caviar.

This opportunity was provided courtesy of Bemka – House of Fine Foods and Caviar, a Ft. Lauderdale-based purveyor of caviar and fine foods.

The taste of caviar is interesting, refined, acquired, if you will. There are numerous varieties of caviar from a variety of different species, each one unique in texture and flavor.

I was invited to the 2015 Art Basel Kickoff event in Miami Beach by UIC Marketing and as I arrived to the venue, SuitSupply, I saw something I will never forget – a table full of free caviar samples.

As I walked up to the table, I noticed it was being sponsored by a company headquarted in Ft. Lauderdale called “Bemka – House of Caviar and Fine Foods.”

After a short introduction, I learned they sell caviar and fine foods all over the country (for 30 years now!) through their websites CaviarLover.com and HouseofCaviarandFineFoods.com and locally in South Florida by van delivery.

If you are already in Ft. Lauderdale, you can walk right in to their headquarters located by the airport and have your order ready in 10 minutes.

Paddlefish, Hackleback, Herruga, and Salmon Roe

My first taste of caviar was of a species called Paddlefish, and it was delicious. My first portion was on a Mother of Pearls spoon, and I had seconds on a blini topped with creme fraiche, which complements the caviar for extra flavor.

I tried three other varieties, including Hackleback, Herruga, and Salmon. I thought all were unique and delicious, but none as good as my first taste of Paddlefish.

The Hackleback was my second favorite, and more mild. All I can remember about the Herruga hybrid selection was that the eggs were larger and more firm, giving it a different experience when consumed.

The Salmon roe caviar tasted just like Salmon! There isn’t much more to say about it than that. It is bright orange, and if you like the taste of salmon, you will enjoy the taste of Salmon Roe.

After indulging me for my first caviar experience, the staff at Bemka offered me “foie gras torchon,” which I learned after eating it is another word for duck liver. Despite it’s exotic source, it was rather good, with a soft texture that would be great as a spread on crackers or even served alone.

You can learn more about Bemka – House of Caviar and Fine Foods by visiting their website, Bemka.com, and following them on Facebook and Twitter.

A Taste of Florida Lager by Florida Beer Company

August 23, 2012 by Jess Wilson 1 Comment

If there’s a new trend I’m diggin’, it’s all the craft brews poppin’ up. From your local supermarket to your favorite restaurant to brew pubs, there’s so many (tasty) varieties. However, I gotta say, I have a particular gravitation towards Florida brewed beers.

There’s quite of few Florida brews that I enjoy, but the one I would say is a great “starter” is Florida Lager from Florida Beer Company in Melbourne, Florida. Florida Beer Company also brews some of my other Florida favorites such as Swamp Ape IPA and Key West Sunset Ale. I first tried Florida Lager and got the free pint glass with my 6-pack purchase during a promotion at the North Miami Total Wine. It’s a nice golden amber color with a grain aroma and malty taste.

On the label:
Florida Lager is a tropical inspired craft lager. Florida Lager uses only the finest ingredients presenting a complex yet balanced full, rich flavor. A perfect blend of 2-row and caramel malt with German Tradition and Northern Brewer hops.

Have you tried Florida Beer Company’s Florida Lager?
What are some of your favorite places in South Florida to enjoy a craft brew (or 2)?

Floridabeer.com
Totalwine.com

A’dam Good Bar and Grill’d – Coral Springs

July 29, 2012 by Jess Wilson 3 Comments

Last Saturday I went to A’dam Good Bar & Grill’d with my sweetie to watch the UFC 149 fight. The UFC fights? Not so entertaining this time around, sorry Dana. However, the drinks, atmosphere & food? Great!

We went out to watch the UFC fight so what attracted me first about A’dam Good Bar & Grill’d were the projectors hanging from the ceiling and projected onto over 100 inch screens on three different walls. Oh yeahhh. The next thing I noticed was the kitschy, Americana décor. Everything from the leg lamp light at the entrance, a humongous Dairy Queen sign, Christmas lawn ornaments and the menus laminated on old record covers.

We had just ate dinner but we wanted to at least have something to eat with our drinks. We started with a house salad and a roasted garlic tomato bisque. The house salad was served in a tortilla bowl and the best part were the croutons. The “croutons” were tiny pieces of toast with a slice of cheese on top. Super cute. The roasted garlic tomato bisque (topped with sundried tomatoes) was served in mug with the logo of a local hospital and came with a side of Goldfish crackers in a condiment cup. What an awesome and budget friendly touch to have an eclectic array of mugs to give off that warm, homey feel.

As we watched the fights, we kept our whistles wet with Angry Orchid Cider (currently on tap!) and Captain Morgan and Coke. Both were served in Ball Mason Jars which was awesome. (Even our check came in a small ball mason jar). As I mentioned earlier, I wasn’t that hungry but as I kept skimming the menu I knew I had to try the “A’dam Good Quesadilla”. The two words that caught my eye were, “Goat Cheese”. Man, oh man. The other amazing ingredients included: bacon, roasted garlic, grilled onion, wilted spinach and the quesadilla is served with a black bean and roasted salsa. The best quesadilla I’ve ever had was at an authentic Mexican restaurant in Baltimore but the “A’dam Good Quesadilla” is definitely a front runner for second place.

Overall, A’dam Good Bar & Grill’d is a nice addition to the restaurants along University Drive. I’m looking forward to trying their “Popeye Spinach Pie” sandwich next and popping by for their late night menu specials. Oh and by the way, if you have grilled cheese tattoo, you’ll get 20% off your bill. You should definitely give them a try and maybe I’ll see you the next time you make your way to A’dam Good Bar & Grill’d in Coral Springs.

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“A’dam Good Bar & Grill’d is a casual full service restaurant offering gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, hand-cut fresh French fries, soups, salads, cocktails and ice cold beer.”

Website: http://www.adamgoodbarandgrilld.com/

1933 North University Drive

Coral Springs, Florida 33067

954.752.4008