by Steve Pike | Apr 14, 2026 | Culinary, Personalities, Restaurants
Palm Beach County, FL., restaurateur Gary Rack this summer is bringing Gary Rack’s Farmhouse, to the Modera Coral Springs development on North University Drive in Broward County, FL. . Spanning 3,600 square feet, the new venue will be Rack’s largest and most...
by Steve Pike | Apr 14, 2026 | Awards, Disney, Hotels, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel News
The Wyndham Lake Buena Vista and Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista – Disney Springs Resort hotels each were recently honored with Best of Wyndham Awards, which annually recognize the brand’s top-performing staff and resorts.To earn these awards, hotels must...
by Steve Pike | Apr 9, 2026 | Culinary, Personalities, Restaurants
Born in Mexico and raised in the American Southwest, Chef Saul Ortiz brings more than 25 years of culinary experience and a deep passion for Mexican cuisine to his role as Chef de Cuisine at Lona Cocina & Tequileria at the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. His...
by Steve Pike | Apr 6, 2026 | Adventure, Cruises, Restaurants, Travel News
Royal Caribbean has revealed Hero of the Seas, the fourth Icon Class ship and bold evolution of family adventure, arriving in Miami in August 2027. As part of the game-changing Icon Class that combines beach retreats, resort escapes and theme park thrills, Hero will...
by Steve Pike | Apr 6, 2026 | Culinary, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel News
Spring in Southwest Florida means warm days, wide beaches and some great waterfront dining options. Here’s a look at some new openings, as well as old favorites: Mucky Duck on Captiva Island has reopened. Visitors can return to this legendary waterfront hangout for...
by Steve Pike | Apr 1, 2026 | Hotels, miami, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel News
Loews Miami Beach Hotel and Loews Coral Gables Hotel each have launched Alchemy by Loews, a brand-wide beverage program designed to transform traditional cocktail and Free Spirited service into a transportive moment shaped by creativity and attention to detail....