In my youth, there was a song, sung by Maria Muldaur.

We stopped by the other day after seeing my friend’s social media postings about its exotic cocktails and wonderful sushi. It was a quiet weeknight, rather early, 6:30-ish, and we had the place to ourselves. Since it was so quiet, we asked to see the upstairs balcony area. It’s a beautifully spartan place with lots of low tables and loungers, but it was a bit chilly, so we decided to dine downstairs where it was more enclosed.

If you haven’t made your dining plans for Christmas Eve, Day, or New Year’s, you’d better get crackin'.

Now in its fifth year, the Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival will take place from Jan. 8-14, 2024, with a week-long series of hands-on experiences, celebrating the ever-evolving epicurean scene in South Florida. Here's a glimpse into the events scheduled.

My parents’ marriage was what they called at the time a “mixed marriage.” Meaning my father was Jewish, my mother was Lutheran.

This year’s Miami Art Week takes place from Dec. 6-10 and culminates with Art Basel, Dec. 8-10.  To paraphrase the Bible, “Man does not live on art alone.” So make your dining experiences as memorable as the art you’re viewing. So here’s a guide to some of the hottest restaurants and bars to check out during Art Week, neighborhood by neighborhood.