It can be said the name Casa Ya’ax contains the essential ethos of Chef Omar Montero’s new restaurant in Wynwood, which opened in December. The phrase is a combination of both the Spanish and Mayan languages—casa, meaning house in Spanish, and ya’ax, meaning green in Mayan. Not only does Chef Montero’s well-composed, soulful menu give an ode to both the Mexican and Mayan culinary traditions found in Montero’s home country, but the dining experience also juxtaposes the camaraderie and comforts of home with the green lushness of the jungle. The space is divided into a contemporary dining room an ..read more

One of South Florida’s premier hospitality groups, The Restaurant People (TRP), has unveiled its latest venture, Nubé, a rooftop lounge and oceanfront experience located on the 26th floor of the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. Nubé opened this month at 505 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. offering a modern take on an elevated lounge experience that deviates from traditional restaurant settings “We cannot wait to share our latest rooftop concept with unbelievable ocean views and the hospitality that TRP is known for, all with an exciting Nubé twist,” Tim Petrillo says ..read more

The Messi Experience: A Dream Come True is set to launch its world tour in Miami on Thursday as the city’s latest attraction. This immersive and state-of-the-art multimedia journey at the Hangar at Regatta Harbour in Coconut Grove allows fans to embark on a captivating adventure through nine thematic installations, each providing a unique insight into Messi’s life. The experience includes meticulously recreated moments from Messi’s humble beginnings in Rosario, Argentina, such as exploring his childhood room to the iconic little field where he first kicked a football. This journey is ..read more

As the Miami Marlins 2024 season kicks into full gear, each homestand offers fans a variety of activations, promotions, and events that allow them to experience the games in unique ways. Along with Beerfest, Fiesta Fridays, Bottomless Brunch, Bark at the Park, and Taco Tuesdays, the team now offers All-You-Can-Eat Seats. The new ticket offer allows fans access to the Caliente Grill concession stand in Section 202. There, they can indulge in various foods such as hot dogs, chili dogs, nachos with cheese, chili nachos, cheeseburgers, popcorn, peanuts, cookies, non-alcoholic beverages ..read more

The Historic Stranahan House Museum, Fort Lauderdale’s oldest and most historically significant surviving structure, kicked off a $2.7 million capital campaign by announcing it has raised $1.6 million. The Wayne and Lucretia Weiner Fund at the Community Foundation of Broward ignited momentum with a $100,000 match donation. “We are deeply grateful to Wayne and Lucretia Weiner for their extraordinary generosity and unwavering dedication to preserving Fort Lauderdale’s rich history,” said Jennifer Belt, director of Stranahan House. Stranahan House will add The Egret Classroom, a state-of-the-art ..read more

If you are a fan of dogs and delicious food, then we have found the best puppy brunch you could imagine attending at the Miami Beach Art Deco property, The National Hotel Miami Beach. The Barks & Bubbles Brunch at the property’s Mareva 1939 restaurant will not only give attendees the chance to bring one of their most loved family members to dine with them, but it is also an unforgettable and unique way to spend a Sunday morning with your favorite cuddly one. Not only is the food spectacular, but the surroundings are elegant and the mood delights while energizing those who join the event lo ..read more

WHERE: 620 S. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale PHONE: (954) 451-1200 WEBSITE: Valandtino.com 1. RUNNING IT BACK: If the Val+tino name and location sound familiar, there’s a perfectly good explanation. The first celebrated version—Valentino Cucina Italiana—was housed in the same building that now hosts Canyon and Rio’s Tequila Bar just south of the New River Tunnel. The new Val+tino can seat about 100 diners in an elegantly reconfigured layout with Canyon and Rio’s Tequila Bar on one side and Val+tino on the other. The restaurant’s new moniker and menu are part of Mike Lin ..read more

When flowers just won’t cut it, we’ve combed through the stores to find the best Mother’s Day gift ideas for 2024. Whether she adores indulging in self-care or favors practical essentials, we’ve got something for every kind of mom. Here are some heartfelt ways to express your gratitude, affection, and love for the mom who insists she needs nothing and already has everything: Think Royln Beach Bum Cooler Bag Help mom stay cool and in style at the pool or the beach with this waterproof insulated bag! She’ll love the top zipper closure, double top handles, back zip pocket, and adjustable removabl ..read more

It isn’t every day that you get an oyster named after you. But that’s exactly the case for Jordan Stilley, the executive chef of City Oyster & Sushi Bar in Delray Beach. Stilley, known throughout South Florida as “the fishing chef” for his lifelong love of fishing, was chatting up the team from Rappahannock Oyster Company in Virginia at a food show in Atlanta. They were so impressed with his knowledge of food and fishing that they headed back and came up with “The Fishing Chef” oysters, harvested from the Chesapeake Bay and the Rappahannock River. A quintessential East Coast oyster, the ta ..read more

Feeding South Florida has opened its Fifth Annual “Feed Your Creativity” Art Competition, which invites elementary, middle and high school students from Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe counties to participate. The competition allows students to display their artwork on one of Feeding South Florida’s semi-trailer truck wraps, a 36-foot moving billboard that travels throughout South Florida. The organization will accept artwork submissions until April 30. All artwork will be showcased during a Gallery Night on May 16, where winners will be announced. The truck reveal celebration for t ..read more