Go Shop View archives

• JEZEBEL

  This crowded store sells a mash-up of items that can only be described as quirky. Find T-shirts, vintage clothing, jewelry and shelves of offbeat brands of perfume, toys and random holiday stuff, as well as uncommon gifts like kitschy aprons, surfer-girl nightlights or vintage curtains and your next Halloween costume. (9/2011)

  1980 E Sunrise Blvd
  954-761-7881
  http://nonewstuff.com
  

• Flora Ottimer’s Children’s Boutique

  This shop has been dressing tots in stylish and classic togs for 65 years. Find labels such as Florence Eiseman, toys from Gund, collectible dolls from Madame Alexander and Corolle, and gifts for newborns like blankets and onesies. (9/2011)

  713B E Las Olas Blvd
  954-463-2292
  floraottimer.com
  

• Competition Tackle

  Come armed with pro gear for your next fresh or saltwater tourney with rods, reels and tackle from this chock-full store. Big names like Shimano, Penn, Electromate and Star are among the brands sold to record-holders—and fish-tale tellers, too. (9/2011)

  5011 S State Rte 7
  954-581-4476
  competitiontackle.com
  

 

Go See View archives

• Art of Caring: A Look at Life Through Photography

  More than 200 photos showcase life’s small but eventful moments, like the iconic worried dustbowl mother and Katrina’s devastation snapped by noted photographers such as Alfred Eisenstadt, Gordon Parks and W. Eugene Smith over a 60-year-period. Artists, museums, Time/LIFE magazine and private collectors all contributed, and Annie Leibovitz chose the seven introductory images to illustrate each of seven categories: Children and Family, Love, Wellness, Healing, Disaster, Aging and Remembering. Through Sept. 25. (9/2011)

  At the Museum of Art, Fort Lauderdale One E Las Olas Blvd
  954-525-5500
  Moaflnsu.org
  

• HSBC Tennis Cup

  Court is in session with four champs—Michael Chang, Jim Courier, John McEnroe and Pete Sampras—serving up the punishment over the course of three matches for a chance to best the circuit and win a $1 million bonus. VIP tickets allow you to mingle with players. Sept 22. (9/2011)

  At BankAtlantic Center One Panther Pkwy, Sunrise
  954-835- 7000
  bankatlanticcenter.com
  

• Young at Art Children’s Museum

  Art education is child’s play at this hands-on center with exhibits and activities for every age. Youngsters can learn about art, music and culture from around the world in the Global Village, while artist Kenny Scharf’s Closet is a Day-Glo world to explore. (9/2011)

  11584 W State Rd 84, Davie
  954- 424-0085
  youngatartmuseum.org
  

 

Go Eat View archives

• La Barraca Cafe

  Start with a refreshing glass of sangria and a side of Serrano ham or white anchovies at this cozy downtown Hollywood Spanish restaurant. Gregarious head chef Jorge Fernandez makes the rounds of the ochre stucco and wood dining room to affirm the quality of the tapas and paellas, like the signature Valenciana Mixta. Thursday through Saturdays, flamenco dancers entertain. $$$ (9/2011)

  115 S 20th Ave, Hollywood
  954-925-0050
  paellas.com
  

• BIG CITY TAVERN

  Recently redecorated with sports memorabilia, vintage beauty queen photos and lanterns, this American-fare favorite also kicked up its menu, with dishes such as agnolotti and braised pork shoulder, pizza bianca and chicken Milanese. Eat outside on the greened-up patio. $$$ (9/2011)

  609 E Las Olas Blvd
  954-727-0307
  bigtimerestaurants.com
  

• Food Truck Rally

  Every Thursday night this summer, 20-plus gourmet food trucks roll in at 6pm bearing haute street food such as Korean barbecue, sushi, artisan pizza and cupcakes. $ (9/2011)

  At Seminole Hard Rock Casino 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood
  866-502- 7529
  seminolehar...llywood.com
  

 

Go Party View archives

• M Bar

  From the owner of nearby Mancini’s Italian restaurant comes a stylishly industriallooking tapas bar and lounge on the happening east end of the street. All the ingredients used are sustainable, so don't miss out on the In Fuego, a cayenne-spiced tequila potion along with small plates of crispy pig ears, or the fried chicken and watermelon salad. (9/2011)

  1301 E Las Olas Blvd
  954-766-4946

• McSorley’s Beach Pub

  Sit on the outside sundeck here with a cold mug and get your Irish on while watching the beach scene. Play beer pong in the more casual game room; or go for cocktails in the lounge, where there’s a cigar and spirits night. (9/2011)

  837 N Ft Lauderdale Beach Blvd
  954-565-4446
  mcsorleysbeachpub.com
  

• Rocco’s Tacos

  More than 100 tequilas are on the list at this latest Rocco outpost, where dancing on the bar with the owner is encouraged. Tortillas are handmade, and guac’s mixed tableside, but the margaritas and tasty shots are what keep this party swinging. (9/2011)

  1313 E Las Olas Blvd
  954-524-9550
  roccostacos.com