Archive for 'December,2012'
Gift ideas for the men on your list
Holiday dressing is not just for the girls – here are some pieces that will make him shine, too. BY ELYSE RANART, FASHION & STYLE DIRECTOR this&that Tweet [...]
The pop art of champagne
CHAMPAGNE. SPARKLING WINE. CAVA. PROSECCO. WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU POP THE CORK BY BOB HOSMON Champagne and sparkling wines usually make an appearance on special occasions like weddings. But the busiest time for bubbly is [...]
A travel writer’s journey to Palm Beach
BY THOMAS SWICK Almost immediately after I took a seat at the bar at būccan the young man to my left introduced himself, recommended the pizzas, gave me the name of his wealth management firm, and [...]
The electrifying Fisker Karma EcoSport
The woman in the red pickup next to us on Las Olas turns her head – and her neck, shoulders and pretty much everything else – to wave at us out the window. “I don’t think [...]
A new collection of lighting, by Vanilla Ice
We catch up with Vanilla Ice (aka Rob Van Winkle) at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, where he’s introducing a lighting collection for Capitol Lighting. Van Winkle, best known for his mega hit song Ice [...]
Designer gift ideas for decorating the home
Interior design offers so many options that sometimes it becomes downright confusing. We sifted through several categories and came up with a “Wish List” that will help guide your decorating desires. BY CHARLYNE VARKONYI SCHAUB 1. [...]
Turning a home into the toast of the town
The holidays are prime time for entertaining, and good hosts should be prepared to fill their guests’ requests – and glasses – at the bar. We have put together a list of short- and long-range plans [...]
Gift ideas for good health and relaxation
BY NANCY McVICAR Deciding what to give your uncle, who is a bit persnickety, or your sister-in-law, who eats a gluten-free diet, or your beloved, overworked spouse can be stressful as the holidays approach. Bearing in [...]
Gift ideas for those who like to eat, dine out
BY REBECCA CAHILLY The best holidays to me are those when there is peace in your heart and chaos in the kitchen. Here are a few of my favorite dishes, dining places and treats that will [...]
Positano Beach: Riviera on the Broadwalk
The Hollywood-based developer of 200 East in Boca Raton and The Villas of Positano in Hollywood will soon be breaking ground on his latest project: Positano Beach, a 17-unit luxury condominium where prices range from $1.4 [...]
DIGITAL EDITION
The Go Guide
- Steve Martin and Edie Brickell: Splendor in the bluegrassOn his way to the Kravis Center, the comic actor talks about the unique kinship the duo found while creating the remarkable album 'Love Has Come For You' Actor Steve Martin is no stranger to bluegrass. A banjo player since he was 17, Martin has performed with the legendary Earl Scruggs , received a Grammy for his 2009 debut music album, “The Crow,” […]
- The Hush Sound learns to embrace all the bullChicago indie-rockers bring reunion tour to Culture Room Wednesday night When Chicago natives the Hush Sound recently ended a five-year hiatus with a new EP, it called the release “45,” a number worn by a Windy City act that made a slightly more famous comeback, Michael Jordan. Yes, the band’s cheeky wit remains intact. […]
Food & Dining
- Mancini Modern Italian in Fort Lauderdale hosts weekly mozzarella-making classStarting May 29 and every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., chef Claudio Sandri of Mancini Modern Italian (401 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 754-200-8602, ManciniLasOlas.com ) will offer an interactive mozzarella making class and wine pairing. […]
- Three-chef dinner Monday at Tongue & Cheek Miami BeachJamie DeRosa, chef/owner of the new Tongue & Cheek in South Beach, hosts Chicago chef Brandon Baltzley and Miami’s Jeremiah Bullfrog, Monday, May 20 for a special seven-course dinner. […]
fashion & Style
- How the Rascals got their groove backIn a way, Steven Van Zandt wishes he could be in two places. […]
- Mini guide to summer theater festivals in South FloridaMany stages go dark during the spring and summer, but others light up with theater festivals. […]
Shopping & Beauty
- Walmart Neighborhood Market opening in Deerfield BeachThe first Walmart Neighborhood Market in Deerfield Beach is opening on Friday. […]
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Sun Sentinel Breaking News
- Car strikes, kills man in wheelchairA man in a wheelchair was hit by a car early Wednesday, then died after hours of surgery at Broward Health Medical Center, Lauderhill Police said. […]
- Woman coerced man to withdraw more than $35,000, so she could steal it, authorities sayA woman is accused of driving an elderly man to multiple banks and coercing him to withdraw more than $35,000, all so she could steal the funds, according to a Broward County judge. […]
- Traffic warnings issued for weekend beach bash in Fort LauderdaleFort Lauderdale is presenting its annual Memorial Day weekend beach bash, but getting to and leaving from the sand may be a hassle. […]
