Dear Culinary Adventurers,
As Mother’s Day approaches amidst the blooming splendor of spring, we invite you to celebrate this special occasion with Savor Our City. This May, gather your loved ones and book one of our many culinary tours and experiences designed to honor mothers and their invaluable contributions with exquisite flavors and unforgettable experiences.
Whether you’re a seasoned epicurean, a craft beer or wine aficionado eager for new pairings, or an aspiring mixologist, our |
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Denise with her late Mom, Rochelle. |
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Mother’s Day-themed experiences are curated to create delightful memories and strengthen family bonds. Let’s toast to the mothers in our lives (and those that live in our hearts) and explore the vibrant tastes our city has to offer.
Stay tuned for our exciting updates and exclusive sneak peeks at our upcoming events tailored for Mother’s Day. We look forward to helping you make this Mother’s Day exceptional with culinary adventures that celebrate and appreciate all mothers.
Warm regards,
Denise
Savor Our City |
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Get Out - Have Fun - Support A Worthy Cause! |
Thursday, May 2 | 6 - 8 pm
VIP access at 5 pm Riverside Hotel | 8th Floor
Fort Lauderdale |
Saturday, May 4 | 2 pm to 6 pm
Pembroke Park |
Feeding South Florida® is advancing our mission to address hunger and food insecurity in a unique and delicious way with our upcoming Tacos & Tequila Fest on Saturday, May 4th, 2p - 6p, at our Pembroke Park location
(2501 SW 32 Terrace, Pembroke Park, FL). |
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The outdoor event will feature tastings of tacos and tequila from local restaurants, food trucks and vendors, live entertainment, music, salsa dancing, a magical margarita garden, and a special Kids Zone.
Click Here for Tickets! |
Sunday, May 5 | 11 am to Monday, May 6 1am
Mizner Park, Boca Raton |
Calaveras Cantina - Brings exciting festivities to it's Mizner Park location starting at 11:00 am until into the wee hours of the morning on Monday, May 6 at 1:00 am
Don't Miss it!.... Live DJ, Chihuahua Race, Mariachi Band and Percussionist! |
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Sunday, May 5 | Noon to 10 pm
El Camino, West Palm Beach |
Tuesday, May 7 | 11 am to 2 pm
Joe's Stone Crab - Miami Beach |
Joe’s Stone Crab in Miami Beach will once again host Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s 13thAnnual “Claws for Kids” in memory of Judy Kramer on Tuesday, May 7. The event will kick off with a cocktail reception at 11 a.m., followed by lunch at noon. Guests will enjoy delicious stone crabs and Joe’s other signature items without the wait. The fundraising lunch is one of the last chances to enjoy stone crabs before stone crab season ends.
“Claws for Kids” is held in memory of Judy Kramer, a longtime Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Board member, who helped create the event and chaired it since its inception until her passing in 2021.
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Saturday, May 11 | 4 - 12 pm
Esplanade Park - Riverwalk - The House on the River
Fort Lauderdale |
Enjoy a strolling experience on Fort Lauderdale's Riverwalk for an interactive afternoon featuring your favorite Bubbles, Seltzers, Fizzy Drinks, Live Music & More!
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May 12, 2024
The Addison - Boca Raton |
The Addison always finds its way on our event rundowns, providing their Five Star Awarded Cuisine and white-glove service to those who deserve them most. Despite the upper-class vibe, there will be plenty of live entertainment and children's activities to match their unlimited energy with the unlimited bubbles and mimosas that are sure to have mom letting out her saucy side. Regardless of how you approach it, brunch at the Addison is sure to be one of the classiest and most delectable ways to celebrate your world's most important women. |
Saturday, May 18 | 2 - 6 pm | Esplanade Park
Fort Lauderdale |
Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale presents Tacos & Tequila Feast, featuring the areas best tacos of all varieties, refreshing cocktails and lively music.
Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of tacos and tequila. Grab your friends and join us for an afternoon of flavor, fun, and festive vibes.
VIP Tasting Tickets are $35 and includes: Festival Tasting Cup, samplings of the finest brands and varieties of premium and ultra-premium tequilas, as well as tequila liqueurs, crèmes, infusions, mezcals and flavored tequilas, and more.
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Saturday, May 18 | 2 - 6 pm | Esplanade Park
Fort Lauderdale |
The 7th Annual Ocean Brews & Blues Beer Fest is back and will be BIGGER than EVER this year as we will be shooting for 80 to 100 different breweries!
This event is a must for all craft brew enthusiasts! Spend a day at the beach indulging in an exciting craft brew festival. |
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Sample from over 150 beers, with our aim to feature 80 to 100 different breweries this year.
While you sip and savor, enjoy the sounds of various blues music entertainers. In addition to the fantastic brews and blues, delight in a variety of local foods, cold beverages, and browse through arts and craft vendors.
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Main Beach Parking Lot, 149 SE 21st Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL
Click Here to Use PROMO CODE: SAVOR for $5 off each ticket! |
Easy-to-Make Recipes To Try |
Arugula & Peach Salad With Pistachio Goat Cheese Balls |
Ingredients
6 peaches, pitted and quartered
3 tbsp olive oil
8 oz. soft goat's cheese
3 oz. shelled pistachios
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
5 oz. Arugula leaves |
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This delicious spring salad is made with sweet peach and creamy goat's cheese. Use vegetarian soft cheese instead of goat's cheese to make it vegetarian. |
Directions
Step 1 - Brush the peach quarters with 1 tbsp olive oil. Cook on a smoking
hot griddle pan for 2-3 minutes on each side until caramelized
and well colored. Set aside.
Step 2 - Put the goat's cheese in a bowl, season and roughly mash. Use
your hands to roll into bite-size balls – about 16 in total. Place on
a lined baking sheet and chill in the fridge for 15 minutes.
Step 3 - Meanwhile, finely chop the pistachios with a knife or in a mini
food processor. Spread them out on to a tray.
Step 4 - Once the goat's cheese has chilled, remove from the fridge. Roll
each ball in the pistachios until well coated.
Step 5 - To serve, whisk the remaining olive oil with the honey and balsamic. Arrange the rocket on a platter, then top with the griddled peaches and goat's cheese balls and drizzle with the dressing. Finally, sprinkle over any remaining chopped pistachios. |
This delicious spring recipe is from sainsburys.co.uk |
This May inspired recipe is courtesy of Southern Living |
Ingredients for:
Strawberry Cake
Baking spray
2 3/4 cups unbleached cake flour
2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 lb. very ripe fresh strawberries, hulled
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
2 large egg whites, at room temperature
1/3 cup whole buttermilk
1 3/4 tsp. vanilla extract
Red food coloring gel (optional)
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Berry-Marshmallow Frosting
2 Tbsp. freeze-dried strawberries
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter
1 (7-oz.) container marshmallow creme
2 cups powdered sugar
1-2 Tbsp. whole milk
Additional Ingredients: Miniature marshmallows / Yellow candy-coated milk chocolate pieces (such as M&M’s) / Fresh strawberries, halved if large. |
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INSTRUCTIONS:
Prepare the Strawberry Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 13- x 9-inch baking pan with baking spray; line bottom of pan with parchment paper. Whisk together next 4 ingredients in a medium bowl.
Place 1 cup of the strawberries in a food processor; pulse until chopped, 3 to 5 times. Set chopped berries aside. Place remaining strawberries in food processor; process until pureed, about 30 seconds. (You should have 3/4 cup puree.) Set aside.
Beat sugar and butter in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add egg followed by egg whites, 1 at a time, beating on medium speed just until blended after each addition. Beat in buttermilk; vanilla; reserved chopped strawberries and puree; and, if using, a few drops food coloring until blended and desired color is reached, about 30 seconds. Gradually add flour mixture in thirds, beating on low speed just until incorporated after each addition, stopping to scrape down sides as needed.
Spoon batter into prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake in preheated oven until golden around edges and a wooden pick inserted in center of cake comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack; cool completely, about 1 hour, 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the Berry-Marshmallow Frosting. Process freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor until finely ground, 1 minute. Set aside. Beat butter in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on medium-high speed until creamy and smooth, 2 minutes. Add marshmallow creme; beat until combined, 2 minutes. Add 1 cup of the powdered sugar; beat on low speed until well blended. Add 1 tablespoon milk, ground strawberries, and remaining 1 cup powdered sugar, beating until smooth. If frosting is stiff, beat in remaining 1 tablespoon milk. Chill until ready to use.
Use kitchen shears to cut marshmallows in half diagonally. Spread frosting over cake. Arrange marshmallow halves in groups of 5 to form flowers around edges of cake; press a candy-coated chocolate in center of each flower. Garnish cake with strawberries. |
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Restaurants to try in 2024! |
Venice-born fresh pasta franchise opens Second South Florida location on Clematis Street
Anticipating opening in Hollywood, Florida, later this Spring
An innovative approach to serving scratch-made fresh pasta in convenient takeout boxes, awaits you at DalMoros - catering to busy patrons craving an affordable meal on the go. |
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At DalMoros, guests craft their boxes starting with a selection of four homemade fresh pasta styles—fusilli, rigatoni, fettuccine, and bigoli (thick spaghetti)—paired with an array of delectable homemade sauces ranging from cream sauces like Pesto and Cacio E Pepe (cheese and pepper) to meat sauces like Amatriciana (tomatoes, pancetta, and onion) and Bolognese. For the final touch, diners can enhance their meal with toppings such as chicken, bacon, sundried tomatoes, mozzarella, and more. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-friendly options are also available. Guests can complement their dining experience with homemade tiramisu, breadsticks, and a selection of beer, wine, and soft drinks. |
Situated along Clematis Street, pedestrians will be captivated by the sight of DalMoros' signature pasta machine in the window, tirelessly producing fresh pasta throughout the day. Indoor and outdoor seating is available, but the take-out packages are designed for walkability, allowing diners to enjoy their meal on the go. |
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DalMoros is easily accessible through all major third-party delivery sites, and they offer catering, promising a genuine taste of Italy for any event.
West Palm Beach is the fifth US location, joining St. Petersburg, Tampa, Sarasota, and Delray Beach. Later this spring, DalMoros will open in the highly anticipated Block 40 Food Hall in Hollywood, FL. |
May 2024 – Explore the Top Culinary Capitals Around the Globe: A Food Lover’s Travel Guide |
Traveling is a journey not just for the eyes and mind, but also for the palate. Each country presents a unique dining scene shaped by local traditions, immigration, and its vibrant traveler community. Whether you crave fresh seafood, succulent barbecue, spicy treats, or vegetarian fare, there’s a city out there waiting to serve you the perfect dish. Here’s a tour through some of the world’s top destinations for gastronomes, complete with activities to fill your schedule between feasts. Read More |
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As the culinary landscape continues to evolve, plant-based dining experiences are gaining traction among food enthusiasts of all dietary preferences. Among the notable names in this realm is Planta, a restaurant chain with a mission to redefine plant-based cuisine. With multiple locations nationwide, including prominent spots in Toronto and Florida, Planta offers a diverse menu that caters not only to vegetarians and vegans but also to omnivores seeking innovative flavors. Recently, I had the pleasure of revisiting Planta’s Fort Lauderdale location on Las Olas Blvd, where I embarked on a culinary journey that left a lasting impression. Read More |
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Group Tours & Experiences by Savor Our City |
Here’s an idea, grab a group of friends or coworkers & book Savor Our City for an unforgettable Speakeasy crawl! Contact us today for a custom proposal. |
Permanent Vacation is the Orlando Area's newest tiki hidden bar, located inside Maitland's own Copper Rocket. It has an immersive atmosphere with special details in every corner. |
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Suffering Bastard is decorated with an iconic tiki figure as the centerpiece behind the bar. Authentic tiki music sets the tone for off menu creations like a Stay Puft Marshmallow Man drink. |
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Vault 5421 has an extensive menu of roughly 90+ craft beers, meads, wines and sakes. With a lot of different cocktails like lemon drops, saketinis, kombucha and wine based cocktails that you wouldn't believe. |
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High-T be amazed by the beautiful Alice in Wonderland environment with hand-crafted cocktails each with its own special drinkware and presentation. |
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Nami Lake Nona captures the imagination with traditional Japanese ingredients that have been given a contemporary uptick and a signature embrace of European elements. . |
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the Argonaut Bar and Lounge transports you to a vintage submarine lounge that is filled with metal fabricated submarine-like decor, velvet tuft seats, and submarine windows. |
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TEAMBUILDING - SCAVENGER HUNTS |
Have fun strengthening collaboration skills, while your team learns new skills and has fun working together to solve the clues and complete the hunt. We are happy to incorporate your company’s core values, mission statement, slogans, etc into the clues. We include a souvenir video montage within 24 hours of the conclusion of the activity. Whether you are looking for corporate team building activities or creative interactive activities for high school, college, religious or other social groups. Savor Our City has mastered the art of Team Building events. This activity can be booked as a stand alone event or added onto one of our other awesome experiences. |
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As we conclude this edition of Savor Our City's newsletter, we invite you to stay tuned for more culinary delights in the upcoming editions. Explore our website -www.savorourcity.com for a treasure trove of upcoming events, and don't forget to share the joy of food with your friends and family. Encourage them to join our culinary adventures and get creative in the kitchen. Let's take 2024 by the handle, just like mastering the perfect spatula flip in a sizzling pan. Cheers to a year filled with flavorful discoveries, shared experiences, and the joy of savoring every moment! Until next time, happy savoring!
Until we eat (and drink) again...
I send you delicious wishes, xo
Denise |
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