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Aventura Dental Group: Combining The Latest Technology With A Professional And Compassionate Staff August 15, 2023 Share Aventura Dental Group is centered around giving patients High Quality Dental Work for over 40 years. The dental group consists of two General Cosmetic Dentists, Dr. Jessica Cismas and Dr. Harvey Rosa and one Periodontist, Dr. Daniel Nagler. The practice also has 4 excellent, experienced Hygienists. All of the staff have a like minded approach, to give the patients the best, possible dental visit possible. Ease any worries with the help of new technologies to Reduce Pain and Dental Anxiety. The main dentist, Dr. Jessica Cismas, joined the Aventura Dental Group Family in 2017. She has over 18 years of experience. She went to the University of Montreal and McGill University. After her residency, she worked in Manhattan, New York, for 12 years in a wide variety of dental offices. She currently participates in dental group studies on a weekly basis and completes more than double the necessary Continuing Education Courses. Dr. Jessica Cismas uses her extensive training to deliver the highest level of Dental Care in a warm and gentle manner. During her career, Dr. Cismas has performed thousands of procedures that include: Veneers, Tooth Bonding, Teeth Bleaching, Crowns, Bridges, Inlays, On-lays, Emergency Treatments, Root Canals, Fillings, Extractions, Night Guards, Flippers, Valplast® Partial and Full Dentures, Periodontal Treatment and Implant Restorative Care. Dr. Cismas uses Cutting-Edge Technology incorporating Digital Dentistry on a daily basis. “Technology has removed a lot of guess work in Dentistry,” says Dr. Jessica Cismas, but in Cosmetic Dentistry, a keen sense of artistry must be applied for the ultimate aesthetic effect. I only use the best materials, equipment and team with the top labs in the country to achieve the best results.” She is known for delivering Minimally Invasive, Restorative Dentistry. Traditional Crowns 30% of the time result in Root Canal Therapy, while their technique yields less than 0.1%. Come find out her technique, she offers an Initial Complimentary Consultation. She’s best known for her excellence in Crowns and Implant work, as well as delivering beautiful smile makeovers using only the Highest Quality Materials. Patients appreciate her artistic eye in recreating beautiful smiles and her precision in her work. “Cosmetic Surgery is an Art Form,” says Dr. Jessica Cismas. “I have many patients who have visited me from Europe and South America for corrective work. Referrals seem to have gone far. Comfort and open communication is also a key player in my Patient Interaction." She has treated over 50,000 patients and has performed over ten thousand successful Crowns, Bridges, Emergency Treatments, Bonding, Veneers, Restorative Implant Dentistry and other procedures. “I treat everyone as though they are family. Also, I must love the finished product myself before I will even show the patient the result. My patient’s satisfaction is definitely my best reward!” Her associate, Dr. Harvey Rosa, has over 49 years of experience, he is the founder of the practice. For over 30 years Dr. Rosa has focused on Cosmetic, Restorative, and Implant Dentistry. A graduate of Tuft School of Dental Medicine, he completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital, Miami Beach and serves as an active member of the American Dental Association, The Florida Dental Association, the East Coast Dental Society and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Her Periodontist, Dr. Daniel Nagler, has over 20 years of experience. He graduated from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Nagler completed his residency in Periodontology from Nova Southeastern School of Dental Medicine. Aventura Dental Group is a practice that is centered around good quality work, from seasoned Dentists and Hygienists with utilization of only top materials and American dental labs. No corners are ever cut. Good work is always delivered the first time. At Aventura Dental Group, they value their patient relationships, making it their priority to deliver gentle compassionate care that you deserve from a dentist. They work hard to make you feel at ease by providing exceptional patient care in a relaxed, convenient atmosphere. It is through this commitment, to every patient, that Aventura Dental Group has become well known through patient referrals and great online patient reviews. "My dentist took the time to answer all my questions and concerns before even starting to take X-Rays on me. Dr. Jessica Cismas is very kind, skilled and passionate about Cosmetic Dentistry. She showed me a lot of before and after images of completed full mouth rehabilitation cases she completed, and it shows that she is very artsy with her dental work. My dental cleaning was painless and very relaxing in their spa-like atmosphere room." Dara Wasco "Amazing experience, professional work, great and friendly staff, definitely I'm coming back, good job guys!" Vladimir Basara Aventura Dental Group is proud to be a part of the Aventura Community, its diverse patient pool come from all over and consists of a wide range of people from celebrities to doctors, to simply someone looking for good dental work. The Staff at Aventura Dental Group are committed to excellent patient care, as Dr. Jessica Cismas says, "My patient’s satisfaction is definitely my best reward!” Aventura Dental Group is located at: 20475 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite G9, Aventura, Florida 33180. For More information visit our Instagram: aventuradentalgroup, Facebook: www.facebook.com/aventuradentalgroup Or on their website: www.aventuradentalgroup.com and see how we can change your dentistry experience. < Previous News Next News >

A Letter From The Mayor: Beach Chairs & Where To Put Them By Hallandale Beach Mayor, Joy Cooper April 4, 2024 Share Over the past weekend I have received letters raising concerns over beach chair concessions on Hallandale Beach. During our March 6th Meeting I had an opportunity to raise those concerns and my issues over how our Staff had stopped allowing condominiums to store chairs on our beach after beach nourishment. My priority is our residents and in agreement to allow storage like it always had been. We have many condominiums that stack and store chairs along the coastal construction line. This allows Condominium Staff and Vendors safe access to provide chairs and or umbrellas to our residents residing in condominiums. I have always stressed and continue to stress that we have a Residential Beach. We have South Beach Park with a commercial café. North Beach, while being a city property, has a contracted service for beach chairs, and other amenities in which the city receives a percentage of sales. In addition, we have our North City Beach Facility. The rest of our beach provides access mainly for our residents even though the entire beach is public. I want to make it abundantly clear to our residents. I cannot speak for every City Commissioner. I thoroughly support the storage of chairs uniformly along the coastline so our condominiums will be able to have this service which they have conveniently enjoyed for years. To date there is no policy adopted by the commission. There is no agreement for scope of service nor Contract for a sole Vendor. I do agree that a policy needs to be adopted as soon as possible for uniform storage, as well as possibly preset regulations and cleaning of preset areas ASAP. While Staff implemented there was no storage, this was never brought to us. My goal since finding out on March 5th was to expedite an agreement to a minimum to provide for chair storage at the March 6th Meeting. While our Commissioners Vice Mayor Lima Taub and Commissioner Lazarow were supportive of taking action they wanted more information whereas like me, they were not aware that storage was stopped. As of the writing of this article, we have an April 10th meeting in which Staff was directed to bring back a policy upon my request and supported by commission. I encourage residents to view the March 6th Meeting on our City’s Website at: www.cohb.org and click on agendas. Also please read the letter below. I received numerous emails and truly shared our residents’ concerns. Please send me your thoughts. If you wish to speak to me regarding this letter or any other issues, I can be reached at: jcooper@cohb.org . Or: joycooper@aol.com . Or Facebook: Mayor Joy Cooper. You can always call my Office number at: (954) 457-1318. Or Call/Text me at: (954) 632-5700. Working for you! Always have! Always will! < Previous News Next News >

ZOA Settles Antisemitism Lawsuit Against Cherry Hill Public Schools Jewish Connection News Feb 12, 2026 After Months Of Litigation, The Zionist Organization Of America (ZOA) Successfully Resolved Its Federal Lawsuit Against Cherry Hill Public Schools In New Jersey. In partnership with attorneys Jeffrey Schreiber and Stephen Meister of the Law Firm of Meister Seelig & Fein, PLLC, the ZOA filed suit on behalf of a Jewish student at Cherry Hill High School East and his parents after the student – a proud and vocal Israel supporter – was repeatedly threatened and nearly physically assaulted by other students after he documented on Social Media the provocative, dangerous, pro-terrorist Hamas conduct of fellow students. Just days after Hamas massacred over 1,200 Jews on October 7th, 2023, a group of Cherry Hill students walked through the halls of the high school enthusiastically waving Palestinian Arab flags, wearing keffiyehs, and shouting, “Free Palestine.” The complaint alleged that school and district officials not only failed to protect the Jewish student from the repeated threats he received and reported. They also retaliated against him – the victim – and harshly, undeservedly and outrageously punished him in violation of their own rules and policies, while ignoring and downplaying the conduct of his attackers. Under the settlement negotiated by the ZOA and its partners, the school district was required to (1) expunge the information and evidence related to the disciplinary action taken against the Jewish student; (2) continue to provide antisemitism education as part of its mandatory Holocaust instruction; (3) commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day on April 24th, 2025, and commemorate it annually thereafter; and (4) during the week of April 21st, 2025, maintain a table of books in the district’s libraries that commemorated Jewish history and survival through the centuries. The settlement also required the school district to issue and post on its website a detailed statement providing data about the “skyrocketing” rise in antisemitic incidents in New Jersey and affirming that the district would “not tolerate antisemitism in any form.” The statement promised that all perpetrators of antisemitism, both staff and students, would be held accountable by the district. In addition, the statement emphasized that understanding how antisemitism can be expressed “is critical for effectively addressing” the problem and provided much-needed information to the community about the many forms of antisemitism: Included in the district’s statement was a definition of antisemitism almost identical to the widely accepted International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) working definition, including the examples related to Israel. ZOA National President Morton A. Klein and the Director of ZOA’s Center for Law and Justice, Susan B. Tuchman, Esq., expressed their satisfaction with the terms of the settlement, stating, “We are pleased and gratified that we were able to achieve the result our clients were seeking and that justice was served. The school district took much-needed corrective steps. It also educated its community about the many forms of antisemitism and made it clear to the community that the district would have zero tolerance for all of it. It was a privilege to work again with the Law Firm of Meister Seelig & Fein, PLLC to fight the ongoing battle against the ugly surge of Jew-and Israel-hatred in our K-12 schools.” Previous Next

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Wine Spectator's Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival - A Master Cooking Class, Disco Brunch, Bollywood-themed Dinner Experience, And The Return Of The Legendary Grand Tasting And More South Florida Sun Times Aug 27, 2026 The Annual Wine Spectator’s Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival (PBFWF) And Presented By RBC Wealth Management, Known For Its Star-Studded Chef Collaborations And Unforgettable Beverage And Dining Experiences, Has Announced Its Highly Anticipated Four-Day Lineup, Taking Place Thursday, December 10th, 2026 Through Sunday, December 13th, 2026. This Year’s Festival Features 24 Events Combining Fan Favorites And New Reveals, Offering Guests The Best In Food, Wine, And Hospitality Across Palm Beach County. Tickets Are Available Now At: www.PBFoodWineFest.com . As part of PBFWF’s continued charitable endeavors, this will mark their fourth year donating a portion of proceeds to benefit the important work of the Els for Autism Foundation, a Non-Profit Organization serving individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families around the world. Guests can look forward to one-night-only collaborations between master chefs, delightful walk-around tastings, private dinners, and both kid-friendly and adult cooking class options. Aside from welcoming back treasured events, Festival organizers are thrilled to debut two new brunches such as Arthur Sons’ Disco Brunch, a can’t-miss two-day pop up with the famous New Orleans creole eatery, Brennan’s at Pistache, topped off with a show-stopping Bollywood dinner. The 19th Annual PBFWF continues soaring to new heights with its vast selection of wine and spirits through its partnership with Wine Spectator, renowned for spotlighting the finest in food and wine craftsmanship. This union ensures that all wines poured throughout the Festival hold very high ratings, with the Grand Tasting once again featuring more than 100 wineries as a highlight of the closing day. “For nearly two decades the Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival has been cultivating bespoke events with an impeccable roster of iconic culinary talent and lauded winemakers in effort of creating magical moments in time for our guests to discover, connect and celebrate the energy, diversity and hospitality that makes Palm Beach such an enticing destination,” said David Sabin Festival Director. “We welcome new and returning guests alike to prepare to experience four unforgettable days of indulging in the world’s finest cuisine and wine against the wanderlust landscapes of this county.” Noteworthy top sponsors include: RBC Wealth Management, The Palm Beaches, Creekstone Farms, LaCroix, OpenTable Cheney Brothers, The Ice Cream Club, i.Halper Paper & Supplies, Old School Bakery, Chef Works, and VerTerra Dinnerware. Events scheduled for this year’s festival are: Thursday, December 10th, 2026 The Festival opens Thursday night with four returning favorites—including three multi-course, seated dinners at Buccan, Stage Kitchen & Bar, and Florie’s at the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, along with a walk-around-tasting at Oceano—each beginning at 7:00 p.m. • The First Bite featuring Terlato Wines — Chef Clay Conley welcomes acclaimed guest Chefs James London, Dean Neff and Jonathon Sawyer for a five-course, family-style seated dinner featuring a menu embracing bold ingredients and coastal influences, where each course will be paired with outstanding Terlato Wines. Known as much for its atmosphere as its cuisine, The First Bite blends exceptional food and wine with the convivial energy of old friends gathering around the table. $350 per person • Spice featuring Bouchaine Vineyards — Join Chef Pushkar Marathe of Stage Kitchen & Bar for an exclusive four-course dinner featuring renowned guest Chefs Nina Compton, Tristen Epps-Long, and Diego Oka. Known for creating cuisine inspired by their cultural roots, Marathe, Compton, Epps-Long, and Oka come together to create a menu that celebrates these unique influences. Each chef contributes a signature course, thoughtfully paired with remarkable wines from Bouchaine Vineyards, presented by winemaker Chris Kajani, creating a dining experience that is both personal and cohesive. $275 per person • Dinner At Florie's featuring Taub Family Vineyards — Set against the oceanfront backdrop of Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, this elaborate five-course dinner at Florie’s blends unmatched cuisine and gracious hospitality. Hosted by Chef de Cuisine Lauren Bodden and the resort’s culinary team, the evening features world-renowned Mauro Colagreco, whose globally celebrated approach to seasonal, ingredient-driven cooking brings an extraordinary dimension to the menu. Each composed course is paired with distinguished Napa Valley wines from Taub Family Vineyards, highlighting the harmony between food and wine. Intimate and distinctly Palm Beach, this one-night-only dining experience showcases a remarkable collaboration between chefs and winemakers. $275 per person • PBFWF At Oceano — As the sun sets, Oceano comes alive for an evening of food, wine, and hospitality. Hosts Jeremy and Cindy Bearman welcome a notable lineup of Chefs including Jose Garces, Mason Hereford, Mike Lata, and Michael Schwartz for a walk-around tasting that showcases each chef’s style. Moving throughout Oceano’s inviting indoor and outdoor spaces, guests will enjoy signature bites from each chef alongside pours of wine from Booker, Robert Mondavi Winery, and Ruffino. With its relaxed setting, this Festival evening captures everything that makes dining in Palm Beach so memorable. $225 per person Friday, December 11th, 2026 Day two features two signature PBFWF seated lunches plus an afternoon walk-around tasting. The night lights up with a chef-driven seated dinner, the Festival Kick-Off Party poolside at The Belgrove Resort & Spa and An Evening with David Burke at SeaHawk Prime, and concludes with the late-night invitation-only Chef After Party at Pink Steak. • Lunch With Friends featuring Wines by Chris Carpenter — Kick off the weekend with a seated four-course luncheon at Meat Market Palm Beach, where host Chef Sean Brasel is joined by guest Chefs Crista Luedtke and Alex Seidel alongside legendary Napa Valley winemaker Chris Carpenter. Each course pairs bold, harmonious flavors with elegant wines from Hickinbotham, La Jota, and Mt. Brave, as Carpenter shares insights into the craftsmanship behind each selection. Guests can anticipate unforgettable cuisine, world-class wines, and engaging conversation. $225 per person • Lunch At Cafe Chardonnay featuring Wines by Greg Brewer — Cafe Chardonnay welcomes esteemed chefs and Festival favorites Ben Ford and Karen Akunowicz for a seated four-course Italian luncheon with host Chef Frank Eucalitto. Each course will be masterfully paired by iconic winemaker Greg Brewer to complement each course. Set in the warm atmosphere of Cafe Chardonnay, this intimate afternoon gathering will showcase a beautifully prepared meal and fine wine. $200 per person • HMF Social — Spend the afternoon at HMF, where Palm Beach style meets an exceptional selection of wines, Champagne, and handcrafted cocktails. Hosted by Chef Anthony Sicignano, Master Sommelier Virginia Philip and The Breakers Culinary team, guests will enjoy refined bites and high tea-inspired creations alongside pours from Champagne Pol Roger, Firetree Family Vineyards, and more as part of this walk-around tasting. Renowned for its curated wine program, HMF is one of the only three venues in the country to receive the Wine Spectator’s Grand Award every year since the honor was established. HMF provides the perfect setting for an afternoon designed for lingering conversations and memorable pours. $200 per person • Dinner At Aioli featuring Frederick Wildman & Sons — Chefs Michael and Melanie Hackman welcome Chefs Elizabeth Falkner, Mike Lata, and Jordin Rubin to Aioli for a multi-course dinner showcasing the distinctive influences behind each of their kitchens. As each chef presents a signature course, the menu reflects individual expression. Set within Aioli’s charming dining room, guests will enjoy each course paired with wines from Frederick & Sons. It’s a memorable Festival experience celebrating the joy of coming together around the table. $275 per person • Festival Kick-Off Party featuring Robert Mondavi Winery — Festival weekend begins poolside at The Belgrove Resort & Spa, where the Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival Kick-off Party celebrates the 60th Anniversary of Robert Mondavi Winery. Guests will enjoy an evening of signature dishes, wine, creative cocktails, and music in one of the Festival’s most lively settings. An impressive lineup of culinary talent, including Timon Balloo, Ashley Christensen, the Forgione family, Ken Oringer, Damaris Phillips, Giorgio Rapicavoli, and host Chef Ron Pietruszka will have their bites on display. With an unmistakable sense of occasion, this opening night celebration sets the tone for the weekend ahead. $175 per person • An Evening With David Burke & Friends — Chef David Burke welcomes an accomplished group of fellow chefs to the sleek SeaHawk Prime by David Burke for an evening walk-around event featuring some of the country’s most iconic culinary talents. Attendees will be treated to specialty dishes from Chefs David Burke, Franklin Becker, Michelle Bernstein, Tiffani Faison, Joe Flamm, Stephanie Izard, and Stephen Stryjewski along with wines from Booker, Bouchaine Vineyards, Bricoleur Vineyards, and Lingua Franca. Set along the Intracoastal Waterway, SeaHawk Prime’s striking indoor dining room flows seamlessly onto its waterfront terrace along the magical marina-front. $225 per person • **By Invitation Only** Chef After Party presented by OpenTable featuring Argiano — Cap off the evening at Pink Steak with an invitation-only after-party hosted by Chef Julien Gremaud alongside Chefs Maneet Chauhan, Beau MacMillan, and Alex Seidel, with special participation from Argiano and winemaker Bernardino Sani. Guests will savor bites prepared by each chef, sip on Argiano wines and cocktails, and enjoy an atmosphere that carries the celebration into the night. With its vibrant energy, Pink Steak is the perfect place to raise a glass with the chefs, connect with friends, and keep the evening going. Saturday, December 12th, 2026 Saturday is filled with cooking classes, the debut of a disco-themed brunch, an exclusive brunch pop-up with New Orleans-based Brennan’s, daytime and evening walk-arounds tastings, a new high-energy Bollywood-style dinner, and more. • Kids Kitchen — Calling all young culinary enthusiasts! Kids Kitchen invites children ages 8–14 to join acclaimed Chefs Lindsay Autry (Session A at 9:00 a.m.) and Karen Akunowicz (Session B at 10:30 a.m.) for a fun hands-on cooking class. During two available interactive 60-minute sessions, young chefs will learn new techniques, prepare approachable dishes, and build confidence in the kitchen. Each child will leave with their finished creation, along with a chef’s apron and hat to remember the experience. Hosted at Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, Kids Kitchen gives young chefs the opportunity to discover the excitement of preparing a meal from start to finish. One parent or guardian is invited to observe with each child. $50 per child • ***New Event**Brennan's Pop-Up At Pistache, Part of the OpenTable Dining Series (Day One) — Part of the OpenTable Dining Series, celebrate 80 years of Brennan’s with a special brunch pop-up at Pistache French Bistro during the Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival. Hosted by Ralph Brennan, this Festival event brings the unmistakable Creole flavors and hospitality of New Orleans to the heart of Palm Beach. Pistache Chef Benoit Delos joins Brennan’s Chef Kris Padalino to create a brunch that honors eight decades of one of New Orleans’ most beloved culinary institutions. Guests will enjoy a menu inspired by the enduring spirit of Brennan’s, paired with the gracious hospitality that has made it a New Orleans institution for generations. $80 per person ++ (wine pairings additional) • ***New Event** Cooking With Mauro — Stand side by side with Chef Mauro Colagreco in the kitchen at Florie’s at Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach for a private, hands-on cooking class inspired by the Mediterranean and South Florida’s seasonal ingredients. Chef Mauro will take guests inside his culinary world, sharing his philosophy that inspires his approach. Throughout the class, Chef Mauro will share cooking tips, the inspiration behind his recipes, and the methods he uses to bring out the best in every ingredient. The experience concludes with guests enjoying the meal they’ve prepared, accompanied by wine in Florie’s relaxed alfresco setting. $200 per person • ***New Event**Arthur & Sons' Disco Brunch — Sequins are encouraged at Arthur & Sons’ Disco Brunch, a new addition to this year’s Festival. Chef Joe Isidori welcomes guest Chefs Franklin Becker, Giorgio Rapicavoli, and Michael Schwartz for a brunch that pairs incredible food with a disco-inspired celebration. With its creative brunch dishes, flowing cocktails, and soundtrack, Disco Brunch is sure to be one of the Festival’s liveliest Saturday gatherings. $200 per person • Brunch At Coolinary featuring Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte — Chef Tim Lipman welcomes acclaimed Chefs Stephanie Izard and Damaris Phillips to Coolinary for a four-course brunch highlighting the individual styles that have made each chef a standout in today’s culinary landscape. Each course will be specially paired with Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte, highlighting the harmony between food and wine. This relaxed brunch brings food, Champagne, and easy conversation that makes lingering around the table one of the best parts of the weekend. $225 per person • Master Taste featuring Wines by Chris Carpenter — Master Sommelier Virginia Philip and legendary Napa Valley winemaker Chris Carpenter will lead an intimate guided tasting to explore what makes a wine truly memorable. This edition will focus on Cabernet Shiraz wines from around the world, including Hickinbotham The Peake Cabernet Shiraz, offering guests the opportunity to compare expressions of this classic blend across renowned wine regions. Through a curated selection of highly rated wines, attendees will learn how to evaluate aroma, structure, balance, complexity, and finish while gaining unique perspective from both the vineyard and the dining room. Along the way, Philip and Carpenter will share stories, insights, and expertise drawn from their distinguished careers. Thoughtfully prepared small bites will accompany the experience, highlighting the flavors and nuances of each wine. $200 per person • Par-Tee At The Park presented by The Ice Cream Club — Par-Tee at The Park returns for an afternoon of great food, noteworthy wines, and the atmosphere that made it a festival favorite last year. Hosted at The Park and The House Kitchen & Bar, this walk-around tasting brings together beloved chefs and winemakers in one of West Palm Beach’s most distinctive settings. Host chef Jason Van Bomel teams up with an all-star roster—Tristen Epps-Long, Joe Flamm, Mason Hereford, Jason London, Dean Neff, and Stephen Stryjewski, each preparing signature bites complemented by wines from Robert Mondavi Winery and Ruffino. Par-Tee at The Park captures the relaxed, social spirit of the Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival. $175 per person • ***New Event** Maneet's Bollywood Experience, Part of the OpenTable Dining Series featuring Revana Winery — Part of the OpenTable Dining Series, prepare for the sights, sounds and flavors of Bollywood at Ela Curry & Cocktails, where Chef Pushkar Marathe is joined by Chef Maneet Chauhan for Maneet’s Bollywood Experience, the ultimate Indian food homage. Together with special guest Dr. Madaiah Revana of Revana Winery, they bring their shared passion for hospitality to an evening filled with vibrant cuisine, music, dance, and exceptional wine. Featuring a menu highlighting the depth of Indian cuisine, patrons can anticipate aromatic spices and curries to freshly baked breads and boldly layered flavors paired with wines from Revana Winery. The evening is as much as a feast for the senses as it is a celebration of Chef Maneet, blending unforgettable food, wine, and entertainment into one immersive experience. $125 per person • Bubbles & Bites — Bubbles & Bites returns to PGA National Resort for an evening of relaxed poolside dining. Set among swaying palms and the resort’s stylish poolscape, this walk-around tasting brings together esteemed chefs and PGA National’s notable restaurants. Guests can anticipate trademark bites from Timon Balloo, Michelle Bernstein, Ashley Christensen, Tiffani Faison, Ben Ford, and Beau MacMillan, along with crowd-favorites from PGA National Resort’s Honeybelle by Lindsay Autry, The Butcher’s Club by Jeremy Ford, and Sushi by Bou. Wines from Bouchaine Vineyards, Bricoleur Vineyards, Frederick Wildman & Sons, and Ruffino, along with handcrafted cocktails, complete an evening designed for strolling, sipping and savoring. $225 per person • A Night At The Ben presented by Cheney Brothers — A Night at The Ben presented by Cheney Brothers returns for its third year to the scenic waterfront lawn of The Ben, Autograph Collection, for an evening of chef-crafted cuisine, award-winning wines, and open-air dining along the West Palm Beach waterfront. Hosted by Chef Daniel Pundik, the event features culinary talents including Elizabeth Falkner, Jose Garces, Crista Luedtke, Diego Oka, Ken Oringer, and Jonathon Sawyer for an evening of seasonal bites, delicious wines, and creative cocktails in a festive setting under open skies. $225 per person Sunday, December 13th, 2026 Festivities wrap up on Sunday with a mix of new and iconic experiences—day two of New Orleans-based Brennan’s pop-up, followed by the highly anticipated Daniel & Friends gathering, and closing with the Festival-favorite Grand Tasting. • ***New Event** Brennan's Pop-Up At Pistache, Part of the OpenTable Dining Series (Day Two) — Part of the OpenTable Dining Series, celebrate 80 years of Brennan’s with a special brunch pop-up at Pistache French Bistro during the Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival. Hosted by Ralph Brennan, this Festival event brings the unmistakable Creole flavors and hospitality of New Orleans to the heart of Palm Beach. Pistache Chef Benoit Delos joins Brennan’s Chef Kris Padalino to create a brunch that honors eight decades of one of New Orleans’ most beloved culinary institutions. Guests will enjoy a menu inspired by the enduring spirit of Brennan’s, paired with the gracious hospitality that has made it a New Orleans institution for generations. $80 per person ++ (wine pairings additional) • Daniel & Friends — A Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival tradition, Daniel & Friends returns to the elegant garden courtyard at Cafe Boulud for its 15th year. Hosted by Chef Daniel Boulud and Executive Chef Christopher Zabita, and featuring guest Chefs Marc Forgione, Bryan Forgione, Larry Forgione, Mauro Colagrego, and Robert Irvine this gathering reflects the refined cuisine and impeccable hospitality that have long defined Boulud’s restaurants. The walk-around tasting showcases brunch classics and inventive dishes paired with wines from Bouchaine Vineyards and Lingua Franca, along with handcrafted cocktails. Daniel & Friends offers a leisurely morning where the best of the best come together in one of the island’s most iconic dining destinations. $250 per person • 19th Annual Grand Tasting presented by The Palm Beaches — The Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival’s marquee tasting event returns for its 19th year, bringing together more than 50 of South Florida’s leading chefs and restaurants for an afternoon that showcases the region’s vibrant culinary scene. Held at the Palm Beach County Convention Center, the Grand Tasting features gourmet dishes and desserts served alongside more than 100 wines rated 90+ by Wine Spectator, as well as craft spirits and more. The excitement continues with the Grand Chef Throwdown, hosted by Mo & Sally and Jay Cashmere. Four local chefs will compete for a $10,000 prize benefiting a local charity, with their creations judged by celebrity Chefs, including Maneet Chauhan, Tiffani Faison, and Robert Irvine. $179 per person | $229 per person (after 11/13) Garage parking is not included with admission. Several ticket options are available for purchase. Ticket packages include the “Pick 4, Save 15%” option; and the Pick 3, where guests can save 10%. Unlock the best of the Festival with “The Palm Beach Hopper.” Simply purchase two discounted signature events and get the 19th Annual Grand Tasting ticket for FREE. Save big with the Hopper pass and share the Festival with food and wine loving friends or family. Each ticket is individual, so you can split, gift, or enjoy together. An Early Bird ticket option is available for Grand Tasting until Friday, November 13th, 2026. For more details about individual events, participating chefs, or to purchase tickets please visit: www.pbfoodwinefest.com . Or call: 1 (800) 210-0689. Chad Maneet Chauhan Maneet's Bollywood Experience - Tracey Benson Photography Chef Daniel Boulud and chefs (left to right) Maneet Chauhan, Stephanie Izard, Sarah Greenberg, Ayesha Nurdjaja, Karen Akunowicz, Crista Luedtke PBFWF Daniel + Friends Chefs Michael Schwartz + Daniel Boulud PBFWF Boulud & Friends - Pisarri Photo PBFWF Brunch at Coolinary Alissa Dragun PBFWF Dinner at Florie's - Tracey Benson Photography Previous Next

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Oceanic Debuts Summer Live Music Series South Florida Sun Times Jul 16, 2025 Celebrate South Florida’s Summer Season With Oceanic At Pompano Beach Pier’s New Summer Live Music Series. Every Saturday And Sunday, From 1:00 p.m. To 4:00 p.m., The Community Is Invited To Enjoy Tunes By The Tides And Indulge In Chef-Driven Coastal Cuisine. Guests Will Soak In Boundless Views Of The Atlantic Ocean From The Oceanfront Patios While Listening To Live Music From Celebrated Local Musicians. The July lineup includes: Saturday, July 19th: The Gin & Tonics Duo Sunday, July 20th: Eric Xarles Duo Saturday, July 26th: Chris Luv Duo Sunday, July 27th: The Shindig Duo In addition to the main menu, Oceanic serves brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Oceanic’s signature brunch menu includes brunch classics such as Grand Marnier French toast, sweet-tea brined chicken and waffles with drunkin' bourbon peaches and crab cake benedict with potato hash. Lunch favorites include sun-kissed shrimp, fresh watermelon and grilled shrimp salad, the New England lobster roll and the fresh catch of the day. Guests can build their own mimosas and bellinis and sip bubbles by the beach. The Mimosa Bucket includes Mionetto prosecco, orange juice, pomegranate juice and strawberry purée for $29, and the Bucket of Bubbles includes six bottles of Mionetto Rosé and Brut for $68. Reservations are encouraged. When: Every Saturday and Sunday, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Where: Oceanic at Pompano Beach 250 North Pompano Beach Boulevard Pompano Beach, Florida 33062 About Oceanic at Pompano Pier: With the iconic Pompano Beach Pier as the backdrop, Oceanic boasts boundless views of the Atlantic Ocean. The chef-driven menu features coastal-inspired cuisine with fresh seafood and creative dishes crafted with high-quality ingredients. Oceanic is dedicated to delivering a high-quality dining experience and warm hospitality, making it the perfect spot for celebrating special occasions or grabbing a quick bite after a day at the beach. With spectacular views from every angle of the restaurant, the space is artistically designed with flexibility in layout, with the ability to host private events from intimate gatherings to extravagant celebrations. Serving lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, Oceanic’s hours of operation are Monday through Friday, from 11:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Brunch is offered Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and happy hour is offered weekdays from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., exclusively at the bar. Oceanic’s Brunch Unplugged live music series takes place on Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Oceanic is in Pompano Beach Village at 250 North Pompano Beach Boulevard, Pompano Beach, Florida 33062. For more information or to make reservations, please visit: www.oceanicpompano.com - Or call: (954) 366-3768. Follow along on Facebook and Instagram at: @OceanicPompano. About LM Restaurants: LM Restaurants is a Deerfield Beach, Florida and Raleigh, North Carolina-based hospitality management group privately held, and family owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Lou and Joy Moshakos with daughter Amber as President. LM Restaurants has 34 award-winning restaurants throughout the Southeast. Its South Florida restaurants include Lucky Fish Dania Beach, Lucky Fish Pompano, The Cove Waterfront Restaurant and Tiki Bar in Deerfield and Oceanic at Pompano Beach. Lucky Lou’s, a raw bar concept, will join the South Florida family in mid-2025. For more information, visit https://www.LMRest.com/ - Or call: (919) 851-0858. The events are free and open to the public. The full menu is available. Prices vary by item. For more information, please visit: https://www.oceanicpompano.com/events . To make a reservation, please call: (954) 366-3768. Or visit: https://resy.com/cities/pompano-beach-fl/venues/oceanic-pompano Previous Next

Making College A Reality: Broward, Hallandale Beach & Aventura Have Scholarships Available February 24, 2022 Share If you know a student who could use some extra funds for college or may be looking towards a career in municipal government than here are two possible opportunities for them to apply for from the Broward League of Cities and The Rotary Club of Hallandale Beach - Aventura. The Broward League of Cities is a non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness and resolving issues facing Broward County’s 31 cities and municipalities at the local, county and state level. The organization’s dedicated committees conduct research and suggest policies for current topics affecting residents, including education, housing, economic concerns and municipal services. The League is pleased to announce the 2022 Scholarship Program to promote and provide financial assistance to those pursuing areas of study that benefit municipal government professionalism. Originally chartered in 1957, members work together to promote awareness of municipal services, concerns, and accomplishments. Supporting the educational endeavors of students who plan to seek a career in municipal government is aligned with the League’s belief that by working together on common goals, municipalities can be more successful in resolving the issues affecting the welfare of Broward County residents at the local, state and federal levels, particularly in challenging times. The Broward County League of Cities and its contributing Associate Members will sponsor four (4) individual $1,000 scholarships for expenses associated with academic endeavors at a college, university or technical institution for students pursuing studies with a career focus in a government related field. The name of the scholarship is the Broward County League of Cities Scholarship for Government Studies. To be eligible for this scholarship, a student must be a 2022 graduating senior in a Broward County high school, and a permanent resident of Broward County. They also must be pursuing a major in public administration, political science, or a government related field at any accredited college, university or trade school in the United States and have a minimum cumulative unweighted grade point average of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale), verified by a school transcript. Preferential consideration will be given to students who demonstrate a dedicated pursuit towards a career in public administration, political science, or a government-related field, involvement in work, volunteer service, or internships in public, government, community, and/or legislative environments. It helps if the applicant has a familiarity of programs & mission of the Broward League of Cities. The applicant must demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills and show maturity in judgment and purpose. The applicant must provide a completed application including: • One (1) essay and one (1) personal statement (as outlined on Scholarship Application form). • Two (2) written letters of recommendation from a high school staff member, i.e., counselor, teacher, coach, or administrator, or from a member of the community who is familiar with the applicant’s character. • A transcript must be submitted with the application or prior to application deadline. The League’s Youth Leadership Committee will be the scholarship award selectors and is comprised of local elected officials along with local business leaders. The Committee reviews all submitted (complete) applications. Semi-finalists selected after the first qualifying round will be contacted by email to arrange for a personal interview by the Committee. Upon completion of the interviews, the Committee makes the final selection. The selection and awarding of scholarships are entirely at the discretion of the Committee, and their decision is final. The application deadline is Friday, March 18 for the program, here are some important dates: March 18, 2022 - Deadline for receipt of applications April 9, 2022 - Zoom Interviews April 21, 2022 - Awards Dinner Recognition of Recipients For more information about this opportunity, please contact the League Office at 954-357-7370. Broward Education Foundation Scholarship Fund The Broward Education Foundation raises money to provide scholarships for deserving graduating seniors from Broward County Public Schools to help them realize their dreams of attending college. Generously funded by donors and with support from Broward Advisors for Continuing Education (BRACE), qualifying Broward County students can receive scholarships to attend a community college, university or vocational school. Since its creation, Broward Education Foundation’s Scholarship Fund has provided more than 5,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors, valued at more than $13M. Who Can Apply Student selection is based on unmet financial need and additional criteria when specified. Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors who have exhausted all other avenues for financial aid and still fall short of the financial means necessary to attend state or community college, university or vocational school. Broward County Public Schools graduating seniors are encouraged to apply for the many different scholarships that are offered through Broward Education Foundation. Applications are accepted from October to April of each school year. Throughout the year, BRACE Advisors encourage students to apply for scholarships. Community and business leaders, together with BRACE Advisors comprise the committee that conducts the review and selection of scholarship recipients. Students can apply for this opportunity at www.browardedfoundation.org/appl For more information about Student Scholarships, please email Claudette Lavoie (claudette.lavoie@browardschools.com ) or call 754.321.2036. Hallandale Beach Scholarship The Rotary Club of Hallandale Beach - Aventura is offering scholarship to a student who plans on attending college, who is in need financially, and has made a difference in the community. What Does Rotary Do? Rotary brings people together like you — from all walks of life — who want to use their expertise for good. People whose sense of responsibility inspires them to give back to their communities. At Rotary, they connect for good and form lifelong friends in the process. The Rotary Club of Hallandale Beach - Aventura gives you an opportunity to join leaders to take action on important issues affecting our community, our nation, and the world. They also have a lot of fun – whether they’re socializing or working together on service projects. Members of the Rotary Club connect at weekly meetings and learn from business experts, political and civic leaders, and entrepreneurs, who help us stay informed on topics that are relevant to our community. Together, they are able to make great things happen. They have a structure that focuses on action to empower youth, improve health, promote peace, and advance our communities in all corners of the globe. With 1.2 million members in 34,000 clubs worldwide, the Rotary’s global community's impact has never been greater — and it continues to grow. Who Qualifies? A scholarship will be awarded to a student who plans on attending college, who is in need financially, and has made a difference in the community. The funds will be paid to the college upon certification by the institution of the student’s enrollment in a full time program. The student must be a legal resident of the United States, attend a High School in Hallandale Beach or Aventura, and/or be a resident of Hallandale Beach or Aventura communities for more than 1 year at the time of application; must have a certified grade point average of 3.2 (unweighted) or higher and must have made a significant contribution to the community through service (at least 75 certified hours). Information and scholarship applications for Hallandale residents are available at: www.rotaryclubhallandaleaventura.com . Please email the completed application along with essay and supporting documents to: rotaryfoundationhba@gmail.com or mail to: Hallandale Beach-Aventura Rotary Foundation, P.O. Box 1097, Hallandale Beach, FL 33008 Applications must be received by April 1st, the scholarship award will be presented at the Senior Awards Ceremony of the student’s high school (when possible) and confirmation mailed to the student. < Previous News Next News >