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Le Dîner en Blanc – A Global Phenomenon Celebrating Elegance

FLORIDA, FOOD + WINE, FORT LAUDERDALE, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL, UNITED STATES | Carmen Edelson

Dinner parties are my favorite kind of parties, so I jumped at the opportunity to attend Fort Lauderdale’s Inaugural Dîner en Blanc on February 16, 2019! This unique dining event wishes to promote friendship and elegance, while setting a new…

Dinner parties are my favorite kind of parties, so I jumped at the opportunity to attend Fort Lauderdale’s Inaugural Dîner en Blanc on February 16, 2019! This unique dining event wishes to promote friendship…

A Genuine Japanese Dining Experience: Masamune in Fort Lauderdale

FLORIDA, FOOD + WINE, FORT LAUDERDALE, UNITED STATES | Kate Edelson

In the era of Asian fusion and cuisine crafted for the ‘gram, it can be hard to find traditional flavors. For those searching for a genuine Japanese dining experience, look no further than the hidden treasure known as Masamune. It’s…

In the era of Asian fusion and cuisine crafted for the ‘gram, it can be hard to find traditional flavors. For those searching for a genuine Japanese dining experience, look no further than the…

il Paesano Italian Gourmet Food & Wine Market Review – A Taste of Italy in Fort Lauderdale

FLORIDA, FOOD + WINE, FORT LAUDERDALE | Carmen Edelson

We discovered this wonderful gourmet cafe, deli, and wine market called il Paesano about five minutes from our home on East Oakland Blvd in Fort Lauderdale. It’s on the north side of Oakland Park Boulevard which I pass by several times daily…

We discovered this wonderful gourmet cafe, deli, and wine market called il Paesano about five minutes from our home on East Oakland Blvd in Fort Lauderdale. It’s on the north side of Oakland Park Boulevard which…

Boat Sharing – The New Trend in Boating that Benefits Boaters and Boat Owners Alike

BOATING, FLORIDA, FORT LAUDERDALE, LIFESTYLE, LUXURY AIRLINES & CRUISES TOURS, LUXURY HOTELS, MIAMI | Carmen Edelson

Renting a boat while you are on vacation (or looking for something cool to do in your own backyard) recently received a facelift. It no longer means you are on a crowded, non-intimate commercial tour boat shoulder to shoulder with…

Renting a boat while you are on vacation (or looking for something cool to do in your own backyard) recently received a facelift. It no longer means you are on a crowded, non-intimate commercial…

Suite Class on Royal Caribbean – Oasis of The Seas

FORT LAUDERDALE, LUXURY AIRLINES & CRUISES TOURS, LUXURY HOTELS, LUXURY CRUISES | Carmen Edelson

The Oasis of the Seas was a ship that had, on this particular voyage, close to 6,000 passengers plus over 2,000 crew… Oh my! One would presume there would be crowds and congestion in the popular areas but this was…

The Oasis of the Seas was a ship that had, on this particular voyage, close to 6,000 passengers plus over 2,000 crew… Oh my! One would presume there would be crowds and congestion in…

Florida’s Pretty in Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness

FLORIDA, FORT LAUDERDALE, LUXURY HOTELS, LUXURY RESORTS, HOTELS & LUXURY SPAS, UNITED STATES | Carmen Edelson

Throughout the month of October Florida’s Pretty in Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness. Many Florida hotels and spas are going pink to help support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. These seven Florida resorts are joining the fight by sharing proceeds with…

Throughout the month of October Florida’s Pretty in Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness. Many Florida hotels and spas are going pink to help support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. These seven Florida resorts are joining…

Best Restaurants on Las Olas blvd in Fort Lauderdale

FLORIDA, FOOD + WINE, FORT LAUDERDALE, UNITED STATES | Carmen Edelson

For many locals, Downtown Fort Lauderdale offers some of the finest, most varied dining of any city its size, spawned in part by the advent of new luxury hotels all around. Some of the best bars and tastiest restaurants can…

For many locals, Downtown Fort Lauderdale offers some of the finest, most varied dining of any city its size, spawned in part by the advent of new luxury hotels all around. Some of the…

Luxury Hotels in Fort Lauderdale Beach

FLORIDA, FORT LAUDERDALE, LUXURY AIRLINES & CRUISES TOURS, LUXURY HOTELS, LUXURY HOTELS, LUXURY RESORTS, HOTELS & LUXURY SPAS, UNITED STATES | Carmen Edelson

Fort Lauderdale is a casually chic beach town where you will find crystal clear beaches, luxurious accommodations, gracious spas, an array of top-notch dining options to savor, and an eclectic variety of activities away from the beach. For those who want to stay in the…

Fort Lauderdale is a casually chic beach town where you will find crystal clear beaches, luxurious accommodations, gracious spas, an array of top-notch dining options to savor, and an eclectic variety of activities away from the beach. For those…

Ocean2000 – Dining on the Ocean in Fort Lauderdale

FLORIDA, FOOD + WINE, FORT LAUDERDALE | Carmen Edelson

Living in Fort Lauderdale, we have many choices on where to dine. I like to go somewhere quiet, intimate, and I prefer going to restaurants with an ocean view. For some reason food tastes better when you’re looking at waves…

Living in Fort Lauderdale, we have many choices on where to dine. I like to go somewhere quiet, intimate, and I prefer going to restaurants with an ocean view. For some reason food tastes…

PURE Spa – Pelican Grand Beach Resort

FLORIDA, FORT LAUDERDALE, LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS | Carmen Edelson

Fort Lauderdale has a new place in town to get pampered! Swedish-owned boutique hotel Pelican Grand Beach Resort, a Noble Hotel Resort has opened the new PURE Spa. The property’s first on-site spa taking full advantage of the panoramic Atlantic Ocean…

Fort Lauderdale has a new place in town to get pampered! Swedish-owned boutique hotel Pelican Grand Beach Resort, a Noble Hotel Resort has opened the new PURE Spa. The property’s first on-site spa taking full…

Height of Romance on the Water

FLORIDA, FOOD + WINE, FORT LAUDERDALE | Carmen Edelson

Living in Fort Lauderdale, we have many choices on where to dine. On special occasions like an anniversary or a birthday celebration, I want to go somewhere quiet, intimate, and of course with an ocean view. Two of my favorite waterfront…

Living in Fort Lauderdale, we have many choices on where to dine. On special occasions like an anniversary or a birthday celebration, I want to go somewhere quiet, intimate, and of course with an…

Lauderdale by The Sea Restaurants

FOOD + WINE, FORT LAUDERDALE, UNITED STATES | Carmen Edelson

The Town of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea is home to warm tropical breezes, spectacular ocean views, quaint downtown shops, a pier that extends 876 feet over the ocean, and, as I’ll detail down below, some fabulous restaurants. The center strip of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea was…

The Town of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea is home to warm tropical breezes, spectacular ocean views, quaint downtown shops, a pier that extends 876 feet over the ocean, and, as I’ll detail down below, some fabulous restaurants.…

Waterfront Dining in Fort Lauderdale

FOOD + WINE, FORT LAUDERDALE, UNITED STATES | Carmen Edelson

We live in a fabulous area of Fort Lauderdale called Coral Ridge. I live literally two miles from the ocean and have the intracoastal waterway in my backyard. I have a privileged position in terms of local Waterfront Dining in Fort…

We live in a fabulous area of Fort Lauderdale called Coral Ridge. I live literally two miles from the ocean and have the intracoastal waterway in my backyard. I have a privileged position in terms…

Largest Collection of Packard Motor Cars

FLORIDA, FORT LAUDERDALE, LUXURY TOURS, SITES TO SEE, UNITED STATES | Carmen Edelson

The Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum in downtown Fort Lauderdale, is one of the least expected experiences. This hidden gem is the largest collection of Packard Motor Cars and memorabilia from the 1900’s to the 1950’s. The museum which is…

The Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum in downtown Fort Lauderdale, is one of the least expected experiences. This hidden gem is the largest collection of Packard Motor Cars and memorabilia from the 1900’s to the 1950’s.…