BCT Elevates Its Presence at the Carnival Festival in Broward By Rachel Richardson
 October 24, 2024 Share Broward County Transit (BCT) is taking to the street this month by engaging thousands of residents during the largest festivals this season. It’s first stops were at Miami Broward Carnival recently held at the Broward County Central Regional Park. At Carnival’s recent J’ouvert celebration, BCT connected with more than six hundred people at the park and the Lauderhill Transit Center nearby. J’ouvert, originating in Trinidad and Tobago, is celebrated across the Caribbean culture and kicks off a series of festivities highlighted by hundreds of revelers, soca music, and, of course, lots of paint. As in years past, eventgoers took a moment to prepare for their “fête” by eating Jamaican patties, ackee and saltfish, doubles, and other nationally recognized Caribbean dishes. BCT employees met eventgoers from across the Caribbean diaspora during this year’s J’ouvert. The event attracted both local and out-of-town visitors and BCT was there to encourage everyone to take BCT to their return destination. “We were excited to increase our presence in the community at one of the county’s signature events,” Broward County Transit Marketing Manager Traci Pollock shared. “It’s a great way to connect with people.” BCT is out this event season actively encouraging the community to jump on board to journey to any of their favorite events. The agency is committed to sharing with eventgoers just how easy and efficient it is to take BCT. With convenient stops all around Broward, eventgoers can easily board a bus with $2 in cash, stop by one of the four transit centers, or simply download the Broward County Transit Mobile app, available in the Google Play and Apple App Store. “Next stop is the Brazilian Music Festival, and after that, Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival,” Pollock cheerfully stated. “We’re committed to increasing our community engagement and look forward to engaging with even more residents!” The Annual Brazilian Festival, which will take place on Saturday, October 26, is estimated to draw nearly 20,000 Brazilian music and culture enthusiasts to Fort Lauderdale Chase Stadium. Eventgoers are encouraged to hop on route 55 and disembark at Commercial Blvd and NW 15 Ave to attend the festival. The Grace Jamaican Festival is on Sunday, November 10, at Miramar Regional Park. Eventgoers can ride on route 28 to Miramar Parkway. Visit: www.broward.org/BCT - Or call: (954) 357-8400 for assistance planning your trip to these and other upcoming events. < Previous News Next News >

Understanding The Impact: The Effect Of COVID-19 On Cardiovascular Disease By Family Features August 15, 2023 Share Now, more than three years after the onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic, the impacts can be seen more clearly. For example, the rise in the number of Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) deaths in 2020, the first year of the COVID-19 Pandemic, represents the largest single-year increase in CVD deaths since 2015 and topped the previous high recorded in 2003, according to the latest available data from the Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics - 2023 Update from the American Heart Association. The biggest increases in CVD-related deaths were seen among Asian, Black and Hispanic people, populations most impacted in the early days of the Pandemic and brought into focus by increasing structural and societal disparities. "We know COVID-19 took a tremendous toll and preliminary data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show there was a substantial increase in the loss of lives from all causes since the start of the Pandemic," said Michelle A. Albert, M.D., M.P.H., FAHA, American Heart Association Volunteer President, who is also the Walter A. Haas-Lucie Stern Endowed Chair in Cardiology, a Professor of Medicine at the University of California at San Francisco (UCSF) and Admissions Dean for UCSF Medical School. "That this likely translated to an increase in overall Cardiovascular deaths, while disheartening, is not surprising. In fact, the Association predicted this trend, which is now official. "COVID-19 has both direct and indirect impacts on Cardiovascular health. As we learned, the Virus is associated with new clotting and inflammation. We also know many people who had new or existing Heart Disease and Stroke symptoms were reluctant to seek medical care, particularly in the early days of the Pandemic. This resulted in people presenting with more advanced stages of Cardiovascular conditions and needing more acute or urgent treatment for what may have been manageable chronic conditions. Sadly, this appears to have cost many their lives." According to Albert, who also is the Director of the Center For The Study of Adversity and Cardiovascular Disease (NURTURE Center) at UCSF and a leader in health equity and adversity research, the larger increases in the number of Coronary Heart Disease deaths among Asian, Black and Hispanic adults appear to correlate with the people most often infected with COVID-19. "People from communities of color were among those more highly impacted, especially early on, often due to a disproportionate burden of Cardiovascular Risk factors such as Hypertension and Obesity," Albert said. "Additionally, there are Socioeconomic considerations, as well as the ongoing impact of structural Racism on multiple factors, including limiting the ability to access quality health care." To learn more about the impacts of COVID-19 on CVD, visit: www.Heart.org/statistics < Previous News Next News >

Give Dad A Day Off This Father's Day: Here Are Basic Steps For An All-Out Blitz Of Fresh-Grilled Flavor June 13, 2024 Share A sizzling steak is a surefire sound to make any dad smile, and the flavors achieved from one that's perfectly grilled are hard to match. So before you make reservations at some expensive restaurant to take dad out this Father's Day, wouldn't it be better to fire up the grill and give dad a great steak cooked at home? Great idea, right? Have no fear, if you aren't a grill master like the old man consider these basics for cooking a chef-worthy steak and vegetables your dad is sure to love: Prepare Your Cut Taste preferences (and prices) may differ among Sirloins, Ribeyes, T-Bones and more, but the way you prepare steaks likely won't change much from cut to cut. You'll want to trim the thickness down to 1/2-1 inch for proper cooking, and setting the meat out ahead of time allows it to warm to room temperature before hitting the grill. Placing a refrigerator-cool slab on hot grates works against you in two ways: first, the cold meat instantly chills your previously warm grill, and second, the inner portion of the steak will take longer to grill. Add Some Salt Feel free to add any spices that you prefer, but remember a good steak typically doesn't require fancy seasoning - a pinch of Salt works just fine. Add your Salt anywhere between 30 minutes to a few hours before grilling time to help retain moisture and improve flavor. Aim for High Heat Grilling a steak correctly actually isn't just about maintaining a sweltering flame. A two-zone fire is usually the way to go - one side of the grill should be hot (using direct heat) with the other side not quite as warm (indirect heat). This allows you to create a sear over direct heat before finishing cooking through - without burning - over indirect heat. Sear and Slide Speaking of searing: Cooking your steak over direct heat 1-2 minutes on each side is normally about right for creating a proper sear. At this point, depending on the thickness of your steak, you'll want to check for doneness. If it's not quite to the temperature you're looking to achieve, simply slide it over to the indirect heat for a finishing touch. Keep in mind these general guidelines for doneness: 120-125° F is Rare, 130-135° F is Medium-Rare, 140-145° F is Medium, 150-155° F is Medium-Well and 160-175° F is Well Done. Let It Rest Finally, as hungry as you may be at this point, resting steaks is an important last step before diving in. Giving your steaks 5-10 minutes (foil or no foil) allows flavors to redistribute and moisture to be retained in the meat. Don't Forget The Veggies Now that you've cooked your dad a great steak, now it is the time to make some Veggies. Incorporating tasty Vegetables is very simple once you know the steps. Cooking Peppers, Asparagus, Onions, Tomatoes, and Zucchini is as easy as 1-2-3. Consider these simple steps to properly grill your crispy Veggies: 1. Light the grill. Step one, of course, is to prepare a hot grill. For the best cooking experience, you'll want Medium-High Heat or even High Heat for quick, direct grilling. By lighting the grill ahead of Veggie preperation, you'll allow plenty of heating time to complete your other tasks. 2. Prepare Vegetables. Depending on what you plan to cook, there'll likely be some preparation to undertake, such as cutting off stems and blemishes or removing pits and seeds. In addition to cleaning up your ingredients, you may want to chop, dice or slice based on the recipe. 3. Coat Vegetables with Olive Oil. Drizzling just a small amount of Olive Oil over your Vegetables and tossing to coat adds a couple benefits. First, it helps the outer layer crisp rather than dry out, plus it aids in seasonings - like Salt and Pepper - sticking to the Vegetable instead of falling off while on the grill or in a pan. 4. Consider using foil packets or skewers. If char marks aren't your thing, tossing chopped or diced Veggies into a foil packet before hitting the grill steams them for a bit of a softer texture. Alternatively, wooden skewers soaked in water (to prevent burning) can help keep smaller chunks of Veggies from slipping through the grill grates while still achieving a crispy exterior. 5. Pay attention to grill times. Different types of Vegetables and preparation methods call for different cooking times, but 5-10 minutes over direct heat generally gets the job done. The smaller you chunk, chop, slice or dice, the less time it'll take. Find more grilling tips, at: www.Culinary.net < Previous News Next News >

We The Targeted: How The Government Weaponizes Surveillance To Silence Its Critics By John & Nisha Whitehead September 7, 2023 Share Ever since Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his groundbreaking “I Have A Dream” Speech during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom on August 28th, 1963, the Deep State has been hard at work turning King’s dream into a living nightmare. The end result of the government’s efforts over the past 60 years is a country where nothing ever really changes, and everyone lives in fear. Race wars are still being stoked by both the Right and the Left; the military-industrial complex is still waging profit-driven wars at taxpayer expense; the oligarchy is still calling the shots in the seats of government power; and the government is still weaponizing surveillance in order to muzzle anti-government sentiment, harass activists, and terrorize Americans into compliance. This last point is particularly disturbing. Starting in the 1950's, the government relied on COINTELPRO, its domestic intelligence program, to neutralize domestic political dissidents. Those targeted by the FBI under COINTELPRO for its intimidation, surveillance and smear campaigns included: Martin Luther King Jr., Malcom X, the Black Panther Party, John Lennon, Billie Holiday, Emma Goldman, Aretha Franklin, Charlie Chaplin, Ernest Hemingway, Felix Frankfurter, and hundreds more. In more recent decades, the powers-that-be have expanded their reach to target anyone who opposes the Police State, regardless of their political leanings. Advances in technology have enabled the government to deploy a veritable arsenal of surveillance weapons in order to “expose, disrupt, misdirect, discredit, or otherwise neutralize” perceived threats to the government’s power. What this adds up to is a world in which, on any given day, the average person is now monitored, surveilled, spied on and tracked in more than 20 different ways by both government and corporate eyes and ears. Consider just a small sampling of the ways in which the government is weaponizing its 360 degree surveillance technologies to flag you as a threat to national security, whether or not you’ve done anything wrong. Flagging you as a danger based on your feelings. Customs and Border Protection is reportedly using an artificial intelligence surveillance program that can detect “sentiment and emotion” in social media posts in order to identify travelers who may be “a threat to public safety, national security, or lawful trade and travel.” Flagging you as a danger based on your phone and movements. Cell phones have become de facto snitches, offering up a steady stream of digital location data on users’ movements and travels. Flagging you as a danger based on your DNA. By accessing your DNA, the government will soon know everything else about you that they don’t already know: your family chart, your ancestry, what you look like, your health history, your inclination to follow orders or chart your own course, etc. Flagging you as a danger based on your face. Facial recognition software aims to create a society in which every individual who steps out into public is tracked and recorded as they go about their daily business. Flagging you as a danger based on your behavior. Rapid advances in behavioral surveillance are not only making it possible for individuals to be monitored and tracked based on their patterns of movement or behavior, including gait recognition (the way one walks), but have given rise to whole industries that revolve around predicting one’s behavior based on data and surveillance patterns and are also shaping the behaviors of whole populations. Flagging you as a danger based on your spending and consumer activities. With every dollar we spend, we’re helping Corporate America build a dossier for its government counterparts on who we know, what we think, how we spend our money, and how we spend our time. Flagging you as a danger based on your public activities. Private corporations in conjunction with police agencies throughout the country have created a web of surveillance that encompasses all major cities in order to monitor large groups of people seamlessly, as in the case of protests and rallies. Flagging you as a danger based on your social media activities. As The Intercept reported, the FBI, CIA, NSA and other government agencies are increasingly investing in and relying on corporate surveillance technologies that can mine constitutionally protected speech on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram in order to identify potential extremists and predict who might engage in future acts of anti-government behavior. Flagging you as a danger based on your social network. Not content to merely spy on individuals through their online activity, government agencies are now using surveillance technology to track one’s social network, the people you might connect with by phone, text message, email or through social message, in order to ferret out possible criminals. Flagging you as a danger based on your car. License plate readers are mass surveillance tools that can photograph over 1,800 license tag numbers per minute, take a picture of every passing license tag number and store the tag number and the date, time, and location of the picture in a searchable database, then share the data with law enforcement, fusion centers and private companies to track the movements of persons in their cars. Flagging you as a danger based on your political views. The Church Committee, the Senate task force charged with investigating COINTELPRO abuses in 1975, concluded that the government had carried out “secret surveillance of citizens on the basis of their political beliefs, even when those beliefs posed no threat of violence or illegal acts on behalf of a hostile foreign power.” The report continued: “Groups and individuals have been harassed and disrupted because of their political views and their lifestyles… Intelligence agencies have served the political and personal objectives of presidents and other high officials.” Nothing has changed since then. Now the government wants us to believe that we have nothing to fear from these mass spying programs as long as we’ve done nothing wrong. Don’t believe it. The government’s definition of a “bad” guy is extraordinarily broad, and it results in the warrantless surveillance of innocent, law-abiding Americans on a staggering scale. Moreover, there is a repressive, suppressive effect to surveillance that not only acts as a potentially small deterrent on crime but serves to monitor and chill lawful First Amendment activity, and that is the whole point. Weaponized surveillance is re-engineering a society structured around the aesthetic of fear. As I make clear in my book Battlefield America: The War on the American People and in its fictional counterpart The Erik Blair Diaries, the police state wants us silent, servile and compliant. Editor’s Note: John Whitehead is an Attorney and Author who has written, debated and practiced widely in the area of Constitutional Law, Human Rights and Popular Culture. John Whitehead's Commentary are his views and he is open for discussion, he can be contacted at: johnw@rutherford.org . Information about The Rutherford Institute is available at: www.rutherford.org < Previous News Next News >

Aventura Branch Library Happenings - SHINE Serving Health Insurance Needs Of Elders, Social Work Support At The Library, AARP's Senior Planet Tech Thursday And Much More Aventura Digest Oct 16, 2025 The Aventura Branch Library Has A Wide Variety Of On-Line And In-Person Events. There Will Be Furry Tales, Renaissance Dance, e-Device Advice And Much More. Some Events May Require You To RSVP, So, Please Go On-Line To Register At: https://mdpls.org/branch-northeast-dade-aventura - Or For More Information Prior To Attending The Event, Call: (305) 931-5512. SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) - Presented By The Alliance For Aging (Florida Department of Elder Affairs): Friday, October 17th, Friday, October 24th & Friday, October 31st, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. The SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Program provides health insurance information and free, unbiased, and confidential counseling assistance to Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers. Learn about Medicare, SNAP, and other programs available for you and your family. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org . Ages 55 years old and up. Homework Help And Tutoring: Saturday, October 18th, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org , call: (305) 375-1413. Or visit: www.mdpls.org/tutor . Funded in part by The Children's Trust. Furry Tales: Saturday, October 18th, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Read your favorite stories alongside a friendly dog! Help your child improve their literacy skills and boost confidence by reading to a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose from the library's collection. Presented by the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org . Ages 0 - 12 years old. Generation 305: An Intergenerational Poetry Workshop - By Caridad Moro-Gronlier, Poet Laureate Of Miami-Dade County: Saturday, October 18th, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Join Miami-Dade County Poet Laureate Caridad Moro-Gronlier and poet Mia Leonin for a unique community writing experience that celebrates the power of memory, storytelling, and intergenerational connection. This program is made possible by the generous support of the Academy of American Poets and the Mellon Foundation. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org . Ages 13 years old and up. Social Work Support At The Library: Saturday, October 18th, 2025 - 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Meet with a social worker to receive confidential assistance and referrals to community resources. Sponsored by Collective Sistahood, a community-based 501(c)(3) NonProfit Organization. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org . Introduction To Computers: Saturday, October 18th, 2025 - 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Learn the basics of computers, including how to use a mouse and keyboard, write in a Word document, browse the internet, use email and more! Taught by instructors from Collective Sistahood. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org . Ages 19 years old and up. Teen Library Advisory Committee: Saturday, October 18th, 2025 - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Earn volunteer hours while helping make our library an even better place for teens. Make new friends while helping choose books, planning and leading programs and learning new skills. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org . Ages 13 - 18 years old. Literary Discussions - Memorable Poetry And Fiction: Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Many literary passages in books have deep power and significance, and some resonate with us on a personal level. Join Dr. Lillian Schanfield, Professor Emerita of English at Barry University, in exploring these selections and their authors' visions and artistry. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org . Ages 19 years old and up. Falun Gong Meditation And Exercise: Wednesday, October 22nd & Wednesday, October 29th, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Join us in person or online to learn Falun Gong, an ancient, high-level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind and spirit. Registration is required for online participants. Zoom Link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org . Ages 19 years old and up. Overcoming Stress & Anxiety With Meditation: Wednesday, October 22nd & Wednesday, October 29th, 2025 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Let your mind's cares and tensions melt away during this unique session of deep, progressive relaxation and gentle breathing exercises. Enjoy an uplifting, guided meditation and "mind massage" from a highly experienced meditation instructor. Steve Pollack's soothing voice supports you in opening your heart, focusing your mind, clearing chakras, and uplifting your energy. For more information, please contact: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org . Ages 19 years old and up. Tai Chi: Thursday, October 23rd, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Enjoy the benefits of this ancient Chinese practice that includes breathing techniques, posture correction and gentle, fluid movements. Led by certified instructor Laura Flagel. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org . Ages 12 years old and up. Lunar Meditation With Romie: Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 - 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Meditation brings greater happiness, focus and sleep quality. Help support your emotional and spiritual wellbeing with these lunar meditation sessions. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org . Ages 19 years old and up. AARP's Senior Planet Tech Thursdays - Getting To Know Your Android Smartphone: Thursday, November 6th, 2025 - 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Attend classes designed to empower older adults with the skills to master technology, wellness and lifelong learning. Whether you're looking to navigate the digital world, improve your health, or connect with others in your community, our knowledgeable instructors are here to guide you. Presented by AARP's Senior Planet. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org . Ages 55 years old and up. Some of the above events are On-line. To register, go to: https://mdpls.org/branch-northeast-dade-aventura For more information, feel free to contact the Aventura Branch At: (305) 931-5512. The Aventura Branch Library is located at 2930 Aventura Boulevard, Aventura, Florida 33180. Previous Next

10th Annual Student Spectacular - Youth And Adults Of All Ages Will Showcase Their Talents November 28, 2024 Share The Broward Center for the Performing Arts kicks off the holiday season with a spectacular celebration marking 10 years of performing arts classes in the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center as more than 100 kids, teens, and adults take the stage in the Amaturo Theater for the 10th Annual Student Spectacular at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3rd. This fun and family-friendly show will feature performances by students ages 9 to 80 singing and dancing to their favorite holiday tunes and Broadway shows. Delighting, engaging and entertaining audiences will be students from Broward Center’s top-level vocal ensemble, the Broward Center Spotlights, the Advanced Musical Theater Workshop, Adult Musical Theater Singing, the Exceptional Theater Company and more. “We are particularly proud of this milestone,” said Jan Goodheart, Vice President of External Affairs for the Broward Center, who was part of the team that created the vision for a dedicated education center. “Over the last decade, more than 20,000 students and adults have taken classes at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center. “Participation in our programs has exceeded our expectations and we have developed an outstanding roster of teaching artists across genres. Some students come just for fun, others hoping to make a career in the arts and many because of the opportunity to find connection. It will be a joyful celebration as we gather to watch them perform in our Student Spectacular.” Voted Favorite Arts Program by South Florida Family Life Magazine from 2018 through 2024, the Broward Center’s performing arts classes allow participants to learn something new, try something different and explore their creative side from a talented team of theater professionals. Skills-building and performance classes in singing, dancing, acting and improv are designed to encourage artistic expression, develop skills in all areas of the performing arts and help students build self-confidence in a fun and supportive environment. Many classes conclude with showcases and performances at the Broward Center. There is also a robust Summer Theater Camp which is offered in partnership with Performance Project, Inc. Tickets to the 10th Annual Student Spectacular start at $10. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Broward Center and The Parker. Buy tickets online at: www.BrowardCenter.org - Or: www.Ticketmaster.com - By phone at: (954) 462-0222. Or in person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office. The Broward Center Spotlights are supported by Funding Arts Broward, supporting innovative local visual and performing arts in Broward County. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts is located at 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org - Like us on Facebook at: www.Facebook.com/BrowardCenter - And at: www.Facebook.com/BrowardCenterEducation - Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @BrowardCenter, subscribe to our channel at: www.YouTube.com/user/BrowardCenter - And join the conversation with: #BrowardCenter. The Broward Center 2024/2025 Season is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation. AutoNation, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, Spirit and Nicklaus Children’s Health System. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts One of America’s premier performing arts venues, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts presents more than 850 performances each year to more than 600,000 patrons, displaying a wide range of exciting cultural programming and events. Guest experiences at the Broward Center include the all-inclusive Spirit Club Level, the Nicklaus Children’s Health System Intermezzo Lounge, special events in the Huizenga Pavilion, waterfront dining at Marti’s New River Bistro and innovative classes and workshops for all ages at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center. With one of the largest arts-in-education programs in the United States, the Broward Center serves more than 100,000 students annually. The Broward Center also manages The Parker, an iconic Fort Lauderdale venue, the Rose & Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center on the campus of Nova Southeastern University, and the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in Miami-Dade County, The Broward Performing Arts Foundation, Inc. receives and maintains funds to sustain, develop and secure the future of the Broward Center. The Broward Center is located at 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org . < Previous News Next News >

The Parker Kicks Off the New Year: With An Eclectic Mix of Musical Performances December 30, 2021 Share From Rock & Roll to the classics to Elvis to Broadway, the Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker comes to life in January with an eclectic mix of musical performances. The New Year welcomes the return of Seth Rudetsky's Broadway Concert Series presented by Mark Cortale as Seth dishes the dirt and raises the roof with Tony® Award winner Stephanie J. Block on Friday, January 7th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Block received the 2019 Tony Award for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for her starring role in The Cher Show and received nominations for Broadway’s highest honor for her performances in the New York Revival of Falsettos and The Mystery of Edwin Drood. She has also appeared on Broadway in Anything Goes, 9 to 5: The Musical, Wicked, The Pirate Queen and The Boy from OZ. In addition to her appearances off-Broadway and in regional theater, Block has been seen on the Television Series Bluff City Law, Rise, Madame Secretary, Orange Is The New Black, Homeland and It Could Be Worse. As the afternoon host on Sirius/XM Satellite Radio’s On Broadway channel as well as the host of Seth Speaks on Sirius/XM Stars and the author of a weekly column for Playbill.com, Rudetsky’s name is synonymous with Broadway. Tickets are $37-$67 with $123 VIP tickets which offer premium seating and other exclusives. Elvis is in the house at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 8th, 2022 with Elvis’ Birthday Bash starring Chris McDonald in celebration of Presley’s 87th birthday. Chris MacDonald draws audiences in with the look, sounds and nuances that made Elvis the King in a heartfelt tribute to the music and memories of the legendary performer. Gone but never forgotten, Elvis' music, films and memories live on as a testament to his true effect and influence on his generation and future generations to come. As a legendary music idol who influenced the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and anyone that has ever picked up a guitar or a microphone since, Presley's catalog of music continues to engage our love affair with his all-American story of a shy, poor and humble country boy that became the King of Rock-n-Roll. This newly updated production includes costume changes, songs and video clips telling the story of the different stages of Elvis’s incredible career including the 1950s, the movies, the 1968 comeback and the 1970′s White Fringe Vegas Concerts. It’s all a part of this loving tribute to one of the greatest entertainers of all time that is fun for the whole family. Tickets are $27.50-$52.50. 
Internationally recognized as a virtuoso of the highest order, prolific composer and prodigious six-string talent Al Di Meola takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 9th, 2022. The show is presented by The Broward Center For Performing Arts and AEG Presents. With more than 20 albums to his credit, Di Meola’s dazzling technique on both acoustic and electric guitars has afforded him regal status among the hordes of fretboard aficionados who regularly come to his concerts and the depth of his writing along with the soulfulness and his inherent lyricism of his guitaristic expression have won him legions of fans worldwide beyond the guitar aficionado set. His most recent March 2020 release, "Across the Universe," is a retrospective of a nearly 50-year acclaimed career featuring his virtuosic arrangements and creative interpretations of 14 Beatles songs with lightning speed electric guitar orchestrations balanced with lavish acoustic arrangements. Tickets are $33-$43. Presented by Broward Center and AEG Presents, comedian, filmmaker and musician Gus Johnson comes to The Parker at 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 12th, 2022. Born Gustav Emil Johnson, he is best known for his sketch comedy on YouTube which he began in 2010 with his first video, "Ian's Song." Nominated in 2019 at the 11th Shorty Awards for Best YouTube Comedian, Johnson released two music albums, Lighting Rods and Leaky Roofs in 2015 and Champagne Seats in 2016. His first viral video "How To Get Free Food From Subway" garnered more than 2.4 million views. In 2017, he started a podcast with friend and fellow YouTuber Eddy Burback titled OK I'll Talk. The two later created a new show, The Gus & Eddy Podcast. Tickets are $37.50. A limited VIP Meet & Greet Package for $70 includes one premium reserved ticket; early entry into the venue; exclusive pre-show Q+A; and exclusive merchandise bundle. Presented by Broward Center and AEG Presents, The Mavericks: En Español World stops at The Parker at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 13th, 2022. Born of Cuban-American roots in Miami, the Grammy Award-Winning Country, Americana and Tejano-infused Rock & Roll Band celebrates more than 30 years of making magic with their unique blend of Post-Modern Country, Pop, Rock, Latin and Lounge Music. With six studio albums and 14 singles on Billboard Country Charts, the group is considered the "most interesting band in the world" and recently took home a Grammy Award for "Here Comes the Rain." Their latest album released in August 2020 En Español is a collection of their own Spanish language originals and classic Latin tracks from which they drew inspirations. Tickets are $33-$43. Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs and a firm commitment to Social Activism. At 8:00 p.m. Friday, January 14th, 2022 her luminescent presence shines brightly at The Parker as new generations bask in the glow of her iconic 55-album body of work and heed inspiration from her spiritual discipline to thrive in the music industry for half a century. The Grammy Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter is esteemed for her imaginative interpretations of traditional and contemporary folk standards and her own poetically poignant original compositions. Her stunning rendition of Joni Mitchell's "Both Sides Now" from her landmark 1967 Album, Wildflowers, has been entered into the Grammy Hall Of Fame. Collins's dreamy and sweetly intimate version of "Send in the Clowns," a ballad written by Stephen Sondheim for the Broadway Musical: A Little Night Music, won "Song of the Year" at the 1975 Grammy Awards. Tickets are $37-$87. At 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 15th, 2022 The Parker hosts the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame duo The Righteous Brothers. Now, Bill Medley joins forces with one of the most versatile vocalists in America, Bucky Heard, to bring The Righteous Brothers back to the stage, after they topped the charts for four decades. The Righteous Brothers concert experience features a string of their biggest #1 hits, including (the most played song in radio history) "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'," "Soul & Inspiration," "Unchained Melody," "Rock and Roll Heaven," Medley's Grammy-winning Dirty Dancing theme "The Time of My Life" and much more! Tickets are $47.50-$97.50. Big wheels keep on turning at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 16th, 2022 with Proud Tina: The Ultimate Tribute to Tina Turner. This electrifying concert experience of Tina Turner with this glorious, energetic stage production is brimming with Tina hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s. The powerful raspy vocals, high-intensity dancing and thrilling stage presence live on stage, complete with band, brass section, backing vocalists and dancers to make this the definitive tribute. Hear all the energetic Rock and Soulful Rhythm and Blues hits that made Turner one of the 20th Century's biggest names in music including Simply the Best, What's Love Got to Do With It, River Deep Mountain High, Proud Mary, Nutbush City Limits, We Don't Need Another Hero, What You Get Is What You See, Private Dancer and more. This show is not affiliated with Tina Turner. Tickets are $37.50-$77.50. Best known for his work as lead singer of the heavy metal band Iron Maiden, Bruce Dickinson comes to The Parker at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, January 17th, 2022 in his first-ever U.S. Spoken Word Tour. Presented by the Broward Center and Emporium Presents, An Evening with Bruce Dickinson is a unique opportunity to spend an up-close and personal evening with one of the world’s most captivating icons in an intimate environment. One of the world's most storied musicians, Dickinson spent decades delivering high-octane performances but he is also an accomplished pilot and airline captain, aviation entrepreneur, beer brewer, motivational speaker, film scriptwriter, twice published novelist and Sunday Times' best-selling author, radio presenter, TV actor, sports commentator, international fencer and more. The evening will be filled with an entertaining cornucopia of fascinating tales and derring-do exploits, all with the characteristically infectious enthusiasm and wry wit Dickinson is known for. Fans will also enjoy a Q&A session with the opportunity to pose questions on any subject whatsoever. Tickets are $37.50-$57.50. In the Light of Led Zeppelin brings an exhilarating experience to The Parker at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 22nd, 2022. From beginning to end, this musical journey includes the best of Zeppelin classics, the symphonic orchestrations of Jimmy Page and Robert Plant and some of the greatest of the solo work of both Plant and Page, all performed by a super group of six Grammy-nominated classically trained men and women. Musical Director and Lead Guitarist Antonio Bolet had the vision to create something new, give audiences what they wanted to hear, give them a new way to hear it and then give them something they had never heard before. The production is a musical interpretation, using masterful artistry with technical note placement carefully designed for the listener to feel the music and experience it as new. Tickets are $27.50-$52.50. With music that transcends boundaries, a freewheeling fusion of California Rock and Dixie-Inflected Funk-Boogie comes to The Parker with Little Feat by Request with Jack Broadbent presented by the Broward Center and AEG Presents at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 23rd, 2022. Little Feat has led a storied life ever since they formed in 1969. As American as Apple Pie and Rock N’ Roll itself, Little Feat brings a hybrid sound that is truly their own with strains of Folk, Blues, Rockabilly, Country and Jazz. Tickets are $37.50-$87.50. Two extraordinary artists came together for one memorable night at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 26th, 2022 with Joss Stone and Corrnine Bailey Ray, presented by the Broward Center and AEG Presents. Stone rose to fame in 2003 with her Multi-Platinum Debut Album, The Soul Sessions, which catapulted her in the Top 5 on the U.K. Albums Chart as well as the Top 40 of the U.S. Billboard 200 Chart. Throughout her career, Stone has sold 14 million albums worldwide and earned numerous awards and accolades, including two BRIT Awards and a Grammy Award. Rae studied classical violin until she acquired an electric guitar in her teens. Her career took off after working at a jazz club in college. Her debut album became number one making her the fourth female British act to achieve that. She was nominated for numerous awards, including three Grammy Awards, three Brit Awards and won two MOBO Awards. She won a Grammy Award for Album of the Year for her work in Herbie Hancock's River: The Joni Letters. Tickets are $47.50-$97.50. On Thursday, January 27th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Free Fallin: A Tribute to Tom Petty will feature the best hits of the incomparable Tom Petty, including the instruments and costumes that recreate the authentic experience of a Live Tom Petty Concert. Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers are one of the biggest chart toppers in Rock history, amassing dozens of hits and performing sold out shows for four decades. Now in its 15th year as a band, Free Fallin' has evolved into a complete and spectacular live music production. Tickets are $37.50-$52.50. Known internationally as "The Ultimate-Feel-Good Show," The Choir Of Man offers indisputable joy for all ages that’s both a concert and a party with Pop, Classic Rock, Folk, Broadway and Pub Tunes at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, January 28th, 2022. A multi-talented cast of nine men combine hair-raising harmonies, foot-stomping singalongs, world-class tap dance and poetic meditations on the power of community in this riotously enjoyable homage to that gathering place that’s been missed so much over the last year, a local pub. Tickets are $23-$68. Grammy Award-Winning Robert Cray leads the Robert Cray Band in a performance at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 29th, 2022. The Robert Cray Band has been bridging the lines between Blues, Soul and R&B for the past four decades and has more than 20 acclaimed albums. Five-Time Grammy Award Winner Cray is a Blues Hall Of Fame Inductee and has received the Americana Music Lifetime Achievement Award For Performance. Cray has created a sound that rises from American roots and arrives today both fresh and familiar. Tickets are $43-$63. VIP Premium Merchandise Package is $143 and includes a premium concert ticket, exclusive t-shirt and autographed 8x10 photo. The Broward Center Dance and Classical Series presents International Tango Superstar German Cornejo's Dance Troupe The Tango Fire Company Of Buenos Aires as it ignites on stage on Sunday, January 30th, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. This exhilarating show combines the rawness and sophistication of Tango to evoke the intoxicating passion of late night Buenos Aires. Playing to sold-out crowds around the world, Tango Fire encompasses and defines all that is Argentine Tango accompanied by the unforgettable music of the great Tango masters including Piazzolla, Pugliese and Gardel. Of a performance in London, The Telegraph reported “…this is one of the most stupendous and drop-dead-sexy displays of Tango – nay, of any type of dancing – that you are likely to see all year.” The Broward Center Dance and Classical Series is presented by PNC Private Bank. Tickets are $43-$73. Also at The Parker in January are Symphony Of The Americas presenting Tchaikovsky's "Pathétique" and the world premiere of John Gottsch's Princess Yurievskaya on January 19th, 2022 and Best Of The Eagles Presented by Sun Concerts on January 21st, 2022. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of The Parker. Buy tickets on-line at: ParkerPlayhouse.com and at: Ticketmaster.com; By phone at: (954) 462-0222. Or in person at The Parker’s Box Office and at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office. The Parker is following health & safety guidelines developed in collaboration with Cleveland Clinic and that have been informed by guidance of public health officials including the Centers For Disease Control. Ticket holders two years of age or older are required to wear a suitable face covering that covers the nose, mouth and chin. For entry to performances, all guests 12 years of age and older are asked to provide documentation of a recent Negative COVID-19 Test with an alternative option of voluntarily presenting documentation of Full COVID-19 Vaccination. Refunds are available for anyone who submits confirmation of a positive test result in the ten-day period prior to the performance. Performance ticket holders who do not comply with these policies may be required to leave the theater without refund. These health & safety guidelines are available at: BrowardCenter.org and will continue to evolve as the environment changes. The Parker, located in Holiday Park at 707 Northeast Eighth Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304 is an affiliated venue of the Broward Center For The Performing Arts, which provides programming and management of the facility. The performance season at The Parker is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation. For more information, visit: www.ParkerPlayhouse.com < Previous News Next News >

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A Tail-Waggin' Good Time: Best Pet-Friendly Restaurants & Bars In SoFlo April 11, 2024 Share Today is National Pet Day (April 11th) - a day dedicated to our companions and to truly show them the attention they deserve. Our daily lives can be quite hectic and sometimes our pets might not get the extra time together they deserve. A good way to spend time together is to just include them in something you might already be doing, like going out to dinner. Not all restaurants allow dogs but here are a few that are dog friendly and can offer a tail-waggin’ good time for you and your furry friend. Ocean Social by Chef Tristen Epps It’s time to experience a tail-waggin’ good time at Ocean Social by Chef Tristen Epps, the signature restaurant at the iconic Eden Roc Miami Beach. Perfectly perched where the sea meets the sky, Ocean Social delivers soulful yet elevated coastal cuisine in an unparalleled oceanfront setting for you and your four-legged friends to enjoy. Two-legged guests can feast on the seafood-forward menu that features the freshest locally sourced ingredients and incorporates the flavors of Miami while embracing diverse Caribbean and global influences, a trademark of Chef Epps’ award-winning cuisine. The menu riffs playfully on the idea of “surf and turf” with innovative dishes that are beautiful to behold and even better to eat. For a comfortable yet upscale dinner, oceanfront lunch, and sunset cocktails, Ocean Social by Tristen Epps delivers unrivaled human and pet-friendly experiences. Ocean Social by Chef Tristen Epps is located at 4525 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33140 at the Eden Roc Miami Beach. For more information, visit: https://www.edenrochotelmiami.com/dine/ocean-social Telephone: (786) 961-6043. Magic 13 Brewing Co. Magic 13 Brewing Co. warmly welcomes everybody including kids, adults and pets as Miami's go-to spot to enjoy sports games, craft beer, live entertainment, delectable eats and spirits made in-house. Magic 13 is a sprawling 10,000-square-foot space, brewery and entertainment hub, founded by Ricardo Romano, Richard Fayad, and brewmaster Jean Gabriel Taboada, offering a unique experience within a 350-capacity indoor-outdoor setting. Boasting a Key West-inspired patio, the venue hosts live music events, Salsa lessons, and more. Partnering with Meat n Bone Kitchen, Magic 13 serves up shareable appetizers, Buns & Buns selections, and grill specialties. With a stocked bar of Spirits and a lineup of 13 Beers, including core profiles like Islander Lager and Hazy IPA, Magic 13 Brewing Co. caters to Beer enthusiasts, foodies, and entertainment seekers alike, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all. Magic 13 Brewing Co. is located in the Little River neighborhood of Miami at 340 Northeast 61st Street, Miami, Florida 33137. Follow all of M13’s goings-ons on Social Media at: @magic13brewing. Private event inquiries can be sent via: https://magic13brewing.com/private-events/ Lona Cocina & Tequileria Located on the stunning A1A strip of Fort Lauderdale Beach, Lona Cocina & Tequileria is the ultimate destination for dining and having a beverage with your four-legged friend. Situated oceanside at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, Lona’s expansive oceanside terrace and newly constructed Tequila Terrace offer two open-air, pet-friendly dining locations with pet perks including water bowls and treats. Lona is located at 321 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. For more information, visit: www.lonarestaurant.com/ Telephone: (954) 245-3069. Follow on Instagram at: @lonarestaurantfll R House Wynwood Situated in the heart of the Wynwood Arts District, one of Miami’s most culturally dense neighborhoods, R House is a contemporary restaurant & bar heralded for its soulful dinner offerings, as well as its bustling weekend brunch and evening programming that welcome all dogs and their owners. The indoor/outdoor Wynwood destination is known best for its modern Latin American plates, extravagant drag performances, and lively atmosphere inspired by the vivacious flavors of Miami. Chef Rocco Carulli’s menu is nothing short of a love letter to Miami – mixing the flavors of the Magic City’s Latin flair, his classic culinary training, and deep experience with global cuisine. R House, located at 2727 Northwest 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33127, located in Wynwood. Telephone: (305) 576-0201; www.rhousewynwood.com La Fuga La Fuga, the Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resorts signature restaurant on the lobby level, showcases coastal Italian cuisine from Executive Chef Michael Mayer. The restaurant welcomes guests with comfortable booths and a buzzy central bar complimented perfectly by live Jazz entertainment Thursday through Saturday evenings. The menu offers a bevy of Italian favorites including salads, pastas, and entrees including plenty of seafood options. Highlights include Polpette di Vitello, Risotto Cacio e Pepe all’Osso Buco, Pesce Spada alla Siciliana and Lasagne al Forno. La Fuga also has a stellar bar program featuring classic and Innovative Cocktails, Exquisite Wine Selections, and Beer. For those who want to get an early start to their day, La Fuga offers breakfast daily as well from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Happy Hour is available daily at La Fuga from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with specially priced bites and drinks. La Fuga is located at 2900 Riomar Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. For more information, visit: www.shorebreakfortlauderdale.com Telephone: (954) 908-7301. Escape Rooftop Bar Located at the Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, Escape Rooftop Bar offers one of the best Intracoastal Views in the entire city. Serving sunsets daily, the west-facing rooftop is an imbibers paradise and the ideal location for stellar libations while watching the sunset. Guests can enjoy the creative new slate of craft cocktails, Rosé by the glass and bottle and local Craft Beer, and Canned Cocktails. Lunch options include: Prosciutto Bruschetta; Mussels Escabeche and Croquettes, as well as fresh salads such as a classic Caesar, Greek Quinoa, and Shrimp & Avocado. Handhelds include Falafel, Fennel Crusted Ahi Tuna, Porchetta Panini, and an Escape Burger among others. Later on the menu shifts to just tapas, perfect for a pre-dinner snack. Among Escape’s food offerings are Specialty Signature Cocktails named for their flavor profile that offer a relaxed, balanced taste of the tropics. Happy Hour is available daily at Escape Rooftop Bar from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with specially priced bites and drinks. Sunset Hour is available daily with select additional items on offer, a Special Sunset Hour Signature Cocktail as well as Rosé by the glass and bottle for the 30 minutes prior to and after sunset. Escape Rooftop Bar is located at 2900 Riomar Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. For more information, visit: www.shorebreakfortlauderdale.com Telephone: (954) 908-7301. Baoshi Food Hall + Bar Baoshi, the innovative Asian food hall, bar, and market officially opened its doors to the public in late December 2023. Located in the heart of Pembroke Pines, right off bustling Pines Boulevard, Baoshi brings together a curated local Asian market with exotic snacks, candies, and sodas; five distinct food vendors including Temple Street Eatery, Gangnam Chikn, Poke OG, Gold Marquess, and Boba Street Cafe; and a Stylish Cocktail Bar and Lounge that offers an extensive list of Craft Cocktails, Japanese Whiskeys, Sakes, Draft Beers, and more – all under one roof. From the sizzling street food of Bangkok and the savory creations of Shanghai to the delicate flavors of Kyoto, the food hall is a celebration for the taste buds. Baoshi is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 12 a.m. The Bar is open until 11:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 2:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Baoshi is located at 8525 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024. For more information, please visit: www.baoshifoodhall.com Follow along on Social Media on Instagram at: @BaoshiFoodHall. < Previous News Next News >

From Screen To Spoon - How Your Phone Can Turn You Into A Master Chef By BPT Jul 10, 2025 Make Your Smartphone A Secret Weapon For Mastering Your Favorite Recipes Using Apps, Connected Gadgets, AI And More. In a world where your phone is as essential as a chef's knife, the latest devices and technology can help you up-level your cooking skills. From trying quirky viral recipes to using Artificial Intelligence (AI) all while connected to America's largest and fastest 5G network, here are eight ways your device can become your new sous-chef - on top of being your own personal assistant. Learn from the pros Sign up for virtual cooking classes or workshops to sharpen your skills and learn new recipes. Many professional chefs and culinary schools offer a mix of increasingly popular live streamed or pre-recorded online courses that you can follow from the comfort of your kitchen. Now trending As a culinary playground, the internet also serves up tons of viral recipes such as shrimp sushi bake cups and bubble potato pillows. Cooking recipes are the most popular form of influencer-created social media content, according to a 2024 Report from Snap and IPG Magna. They're as much about fun as they are about the failures (anyone remember raindrop cakes?), so don't be afraid to grab your apron, fire up your phone and get ready to cook (and maybe giggle) your way through the latest internet food fads. Tasty apps Cooking apps are like having a tech-savvy sous-chef who gives you recipe ideas and always knows the right measurements. These apps not only help you get the ratios right but also remind you when to preheat the oven - because who hasn't forgotten that step? Not sure where to start? Listen to a pro: Model and influencer Chrissy Teigen, who is also a best-selling cookbook author, food TV host and owner of a cookware line, says her go-to apps are New York Times Cooking, America's Test Kitchen and Tasty. If you're juggling apps while multitasking pans and chopping onions, the new Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup has got your back with cross-action apps. With this function, Google Gemini acts as your personal assistant, letting you knock out multiple tasks with one task. It's all about multitasking like a Michelin-star chef. High tech for low pressure Samsung's Galaxy AI, available on the entire S25 lineup, can give you recipe ideas based on what you currently have in your kitchen. Just snap a photo of your fridge or pantry, and Galaxy AI will analyze the ingredients, suggest recipes and give you step-by-step instructions. Cool, right? And get this - if you find a picture of a beautiful food plate online, Samsung's updated Circle to Search lets you find the source and even recipes so you can recreate it at home. All it takes is one press and hold and then circling what you'd like to look up. Plus, Galaxy AI lets you easily translate content - like webpages and live phone calls - from different languages. So why not binge on everything from bagels to beignets? Pump up the jams Want to set the mood for a legendary culinary concert? Spotify and other streaming platforms can easily suggest a playlist that might just help you make magic. Or, if you prefer podcasts, press play on your favorite foodie show for some culinary inspiration. Get the perfect pic Got your masterpiece? Time to show it off - you've earned it. Taking pictures of your dishes can turn your kitchen into a mini food photo studio, and all you need is the latest mobile device to do it right. There's a reason influencers like to say the phone eats first: #Food is the most popular hashtag on Instagram, with more than 250 million posts on the platform. Pro tip: The Samsung Galaxy S25 phones can spoon-feed you a great photo with portrait-mode shots that rival high-end cameras, adjusting the camera settings for the ideal exposure and clarity, sharpening details and boosting colors after the shot. The Night Video with Audio Eraser feature captures content in vibrant detail, even in low light if you're cooking for a romantic candlelit dinner, and minimizes unwanted sounds. Plus, get love from your family and friends on your latest kitchen concoctions with RCS messaging, which now allows you to send high-resolution photos and videos more easily across platforms. Know when to order in All great chefs have a backup plan, and takeout from delivery apps can go a long way to saving a dinner party. With online food delivery revenues cooking up an estimated $350 billion in the U.S. in 2024, it's clear you're not alone, so don't sweat it if your recipe doesn't work. To make your cooking journey truly delicious, don't forget to explore Samsung's Galaxy S25 lineup. Bon appétit! Fastest based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data of national Speed Score results incorporating 5G download and upload speeds for Q1-Q2 2024. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission. See 5G device, coverage, & access details at: www.T-Mobile.com . Previous Next

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