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09 Dec

Posted at 13:09h in News

Lefkes Estiatorio, the modern Mediterranean hot spot located in downtown Delray Beach, has introduced three new offerings: Bottomless Brunch, Late Night Happy Hour, and Weekday Lunch.

On Saturdays and Sundays from 11:30 to 4:00 p.m., Lefkes will offer Bottomless Brunch, during which customers can indulge in bottomless Bellinis, Mimosas, or Bloody Mary’s ($28). Bottomless beverage options can be enjoyed alongside signature brunch dishes, like the Lobster Roll ($26), the Braised Lamb Benedict ($22), and Chicken Souvlaki ($22).

Lefkes will also offer Late Night Happy Hour after 10:30 p.m. on Thursdays and after 11:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. During Late Night Happy Hour, Lefkes will offer 50% off all beers, as well as select wines, such as Mionetto Prosecco and Skyside Pinot Noir, and select liquors, such as Deep Eddy Vodka and Pueblo Viejo Blanco Tequila. Bar Mezze offerings including Mini Gyros ($9/pc), General Dumas Calamari ($8), and Lefkes Meatballs ($9), are also available for customers interested in late-night bites.

Additionally, Lefkes is now open for lunch Monday to Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The weekday lunch menu includes a list of tasty appetizers, salads, burgers and paninis, and signature dishes. During these hours, Lefkes Power Lunch ($29), which includes the customer’s choice of a select appetizer, such as Avgolemono Soup, a select main course, such as Mushroom Risotto, and a select daily dessert, will also be available.

Lefkes Estiatorio is located at Delray Beach Market, 33 SE 3rd Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33483. For more information, call 561.908.2331 or visit LefkesGroup.com.

About Lefkes Estiatorio Delray Beach

Lefkes expanded from Athens and Santorini to Englewood Cliffs, NJ and most recently, to downtown Delray Beach. Lefkes Estiatorio invites customers on an exquisite journey of modern Mediterranean flavors. Inspired by traditional classics, Lefkes serves delectable and unique cuisine sourced from top purveyors and local farms.

Happy Hour is served from 4:00 p.m.– 7:00 p.m. daily. Dinner service is served Sunday through Wednesday until 10:00 p.m., and Thursday through Saturday until 11:00 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays feature energetic, Mykonos-style DJs and entertainment, starting at 9:00 p.m. Reservations can be made on Open Table.

04 Dec

Posted at 12:25h in News

The Florida Association of Museums (FAM) has announced that the recipient of its 2024 Outstanding Trustee Award is Randal Baker, Board Chairman of the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach. The Annual Museum Service Awards honor individuals and organizations demonstrating exceptional leadership, dedication, and service to Florida’s museums and cultural institutions.

The Outstanding Trustee Award recognizes Mr. Baker’s invaluable contributions to the Morikami’s continued success, emphasizing his unwavering commitment to advancing the mission of preserving and sharing Japanese culture in Florida.

“Randal Baker’s passion and strategic leadership have been instrumental in the Morikami Museum’s growth and influence within our community and beyond,” says Malinda Horton, Executive Director of the Florida Association of Museums. “His dedication exemplifies the very best of museum stewardship and serves as an inspiration to fellow trustees and cultural leaders.”

As a trustee, Mr. Baker has played a pivotal role in shaping the Morikami Museum’s vision, fostering educational programs, and ensuring financial stability. His efforts have not only enhanced the museum's reputation as a cultural gem but have also expanded opportunities for community engagement and cultural exchange.

“Receiving this accolade from the Florida Association of Museums is a great honor,” says Randal Baker. “It reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire team at the Morikami and our collective vision to see the museum’s cultural footprint continue to flourish in South Florida.”

The 2024 Annual Museum Service Awards are part of FAM's mission to celebrate the achievements of those who enrich Florida's vibrant museum landscape. This year’s recipients will be honored at the upcoming FAM Annual Conference on an undisclosed date.

ABOUT MORIKAMI MUSEUM AND JAPANESE GARDENS

The mission of the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is to engage a diverse audience by presenting Japanese cultural experiences that educate and inspire. Since 1977, the Morikami has been an epicenter for Japanese arts and culture in South Florida. With rotating art exhibitions, traditional tea ceremony performances, and an array of educational programming, Morikami strives to spread appreciation for the living culture of Japan. For more information, visit morikami.org.

ABOUT THE FLORIDA ASSOCIATION OF MUSEUMS

The Florida Association of Museums (FAM) is the not-for-profit professional organization for Florida’s museums and museum professionals. The mission of the Association is to represent and address the needs of the museum community, enhancing the ability of museums to serve the public interest. The Association encourages excellence in its members by promoting communication through which its members share information and resources, effect legislation and promote support of museums. For more information, visit flamuseums.org.

03 Dec

Posted at 13:17h in News

Officially launched in 2012 by alcohol awareness charity, Alcohol Change UK, Dry January is a public health campaign that challenges the public to abstain from alcohol consumption for the month of January. Since its inception, the campaign has gained dramatic popularity, garnering millions of participants in 2024, many of whom reported health benefits including better sleep, improved mood, weight loss, and more. Plus, it’s the perfect time to enjoy delicious, alcohol-free beverages.

For locals participating in Dry January, or customers who simply enjoy an elevated, non-alcoholic beverage experience, these South Florida restaurants are among the ideal spots for mocktails.

Le Colonial

In addition to its world-class French-Vietnamese cuisine, Le Colonial also offers an impressive beverage list, which includes several mocktail options. Among these is the beloved Saigon Mint Colada ($11), which features coconut milk, fresh pineapple, fresh lime, fresh mint, turmeric, and nutmeg.

Le Colonial is located at 601 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 566-1800 or visit lecolonialdelray.com.

Elisabetta’s Ristorante 

Elisabetta’s Ristorante offers an exquisite Italian menu and numerous non-alcoholic drinks that customers can enjoy guilt free this January. Elisabetta’s mocktail list boasts mouthwatering concoctions, such as the Cherry-Basil Smash ($11), loaded with Michigan orchard cherries, agave nectar, local citrus juice, and fresh basil.

Elisabetta’s is located at 32 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; and 185 Banyan Blvd., West Palm Beach. For more information, call (561) 560-6699 (Delray Beach) or (561) 342-6699 (West Palm Beach) or visit elisabettas.com.

City Oyster and Sushi Bar

Celebrated for its iconic surf n turf offerings, City Oyster’s spirit-free drinks are another alluring component of its well-known menu. The Delray Beach gem serves four mocktails, including the palatable Strawberry Mint Mojito ($10), with strawberry, mint, agave, and fresh lemon and lime juices.

City Oyster is located at 213 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 272-0220 or visit cityoysterdelray.com.

Lefkes Estiatorio

Downtown Delray’s newest modern Greek hotspot, Lefkes offers upscale Mediterranean cuisine and a notable selection of beverages, like the decadent Cheesecake Martini Mocktail ($13). Packed with cranberry, strawberry, lime, and hibiscus syrup, and garnished with fresh berries and a crusted rim, this drink feels like dessert in a glass.

Lefkes Estiatorio is located at Delray Beach Market, 33 S.E. 3rd Ave., Delray Beach. For more information, call 561.908.2331 or visit lefkesgroup.com.

Louie Bossi’s Ristorante

Brother restaurant to Elisabetta’s, Louie Bossi’s offers premier Italian eats, along with the same in-demand mocktail offerings, which include classics like the Limonata Fresca ($10), an Italian lemonade prepared with fresh citrus juice and agave nectar for sweetness.

Louie Bossi’s is located at 100 E. Palmetto Park Rd., Boca Raton; and 1032 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. For more information, call (561) 336-6699 (Boca Raton) or (954) 356-6699 (Fort Lauderdale) or visit louiebossiristorante.com.

Costa

This contemporary American spot offers fresh dishes and beverages, made with locally sourced ingredients. Costa recently unveiled a new cocktail menu, and each of these house-made drinks can easily be converted into a mocktail. Customers should try unique options like the Runaway ($14), a refreshment that successfully teeters the fine line between sweet and sour, made with lychee and yuzu.

Costa is located at 502 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 501-6115 or visit costabyokm.com.

Galley at Hilton West Palm Beach

Galley is a friendly and authentic grill house and bar, located on property at the gorgeous Hilton West Palm Beach. Galley’s drink menu highlights a list of spirit-free options, such as the Mango Lemonade ($10), made with fresh mango, lemon, pineapple, and Fever Tree Sicilian lemonade.

Galley is located within Hilton West Palm Beach, at 600 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. For more information, call (561) 231-6000 or visit hiltonwestpalmbeach.com.

Josie’s Ristorante

Josie’s Ristorante is proud to serve top-quality Italian food and a list of delectable cocktails, which they are happy to make liquor-free. Customers should try the Non-alcoholic Black Cherry Margarita ($8), made with black cherry puree, house made sour mix, orange, lime, and soda.

Josie’s Ristorante is located at 650 E. Woolbright Rd., Boynton Beach. For more information, call (561) 364-9601 or visit josiesristorante.com.

 

07 Oct

Posted at 09:55h in News

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens will serve as the exclusive U.S. venue for AKIRA: The Architecture of Neo-Tokyo, an unprecedented exhibition presenting the original background artwork of the classic science-fiction animation.

The exhibit, which runs November 9, 2024 through April 6, 2025, traces the architectural world-building process of Japan’s most influential animated science fiction film, AKIRA. To highlight the artists, designers and director of the meticulous backdrops that bring to life the futuristic urban environments of this classic anime, co-curators Stefan Riekeles of Reikeles Gallery, Potsdam, Germany and Hiroko Kimura-Myokam of Eizo Workshop, Kaga City, Japan, spent years compiling these hand-drawn works of art.

Since its release in 1988, AKIRA was almost solely responsible for the boom in Japanese animation (anime) among an international audience during the early 1990s. For many viewers AKIRA was the first film that they perceived as anime – as specifically Japanese animation. As such, it had a tremendous influence on a whole generation of film enthusiasts. Much of AKIRA’s cinematic power stems from the opulent representation of the film’s iconic city of Neo-Tokyo.

More than 50 original production backgrounds, layout drawings and concept designs which had been used to create Neo-Tokyo in the animated feature will be on display. Exclusive access to the studio archives of the artists involved in AKIRA’s production allows the presentation of artworks that are rarely shown outside of Japan and only very few of them have ever been published. The exhibition includes works by Toshiharu Mizutani who served as the production’s art director and his colleagues Hiroshi Ono and Katsufumi Hariu.

This exhibition is presented in part by the Henri and Tomoye Takahashi Charitable Foundation.

Museum admission is $16 for adults; $14 for seniors; $12 for students and Military with ID; and $10 for children ages 6 to 17. Museum members and children under 6 are free.

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is located at 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 495-0233 or visit morikami.org.

 

15 Aug

Posted at 09:16h in News

Spring into fall during Sunset Stroll at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens on Thursday, September 12, from 5:30–8pm.

Enjoy a spectacular twilight procession through the Roji-en: Garden of the Drops of Dew, and explore the peaceful Yamato-kan, the Morikami’s original museum, during the annual after-hours event series.

Highlights will include the Sean Danconia Pop Surreal Art Show, a Japanese anime pop-up, docent-led garden talks, a curated selection of beer and sake for purchase, and Asian-inspired gastronomy by Ramen Lab Eatery, Kaminari Ramen, Kona Ice, and the Cornell Café.

Discover the enchanting fusion of traditional and modern kimonos during “The Old Meets the New” kimono fashion show presented by Manami Inc. Photography in the Morikami Theater. Performances are at 5:50pm, 6:20pm, and 6:50pm.

Experience live taiko drumming by Fushu Daiko on the museum’s lakefront terrace. Performances are at 6:10 pm, 6:50 pm, and 7:30 pm.

Purchase a limited edition Sunset Stroll poster signed by local artist Sean Danconia, on sale for $5 next to the Museum Store.

Kanpai! Sip and savor premium, artisanal sake during Japanese Spirits: Sake Tasting & Talk with Carrie Becker of Niigata Sake Selections. Cost is $12 per person. (Participants must be 21 or older.) Tastings are at 6:10pm, 6:45pm, and 7:20pm.

Cost is $5 for members and $10 for the general public.

Space is limited. Rain or shine. Tickets will not be available for purchase at the door.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit morikami.org/event/sunset-stroll.

Sunset Stroll sponsors are JM Family Enterprises and Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC.

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is located at 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 495-0233 or visit morikami.org.

 

22 Jul

Posted at 09:28h in News

Costa, a culinary gem on bustling Atlantic Avenue that features freshly-sourced ingredients from local farms and fisheries, has unveiled its summer promotions and specials, available now through September 30.

Happy Hour is Wednesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. and includes $5 local brews on tap, $6 global wines, and $6 happy hour bites. The summer special also includes $9 craft cocktails, such as the popular Watermelon Margarita, Hibiscus Dragon fruit Margarita, and the Passion Fruit Paloma, all featuring freshly pressed, house-made juices.

Weekend brunch is offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and includes two for one mimosas and bloody Mary’s.

The robust brunch menu includes popular items such as P.B. Nana Pancakes, Mimi’s Maple Walnut Granola Bowl, Strawberry Fields Brioche French Toast, Doda Day Omelet, The Fat “Cochon” with Glazed Heritage Pork Belly, a unique ‘Toast Bar” and much more. Cold-pressed juices and a variety of coffees are also featured. “We believe that creating memorable meals and meaningful moments provides respite from a hectic schedule,” said Chef Coton, proprietor. “We work with local foragers, farmers, and fisheries to ensure our guests have a truly unique dining experience every time they visit Costa.”

About Costa Delray

Costa serves modern American fare with traditional French culinary influences, including steak, seafood, pasta, fromage boards, enticing sauces, purées and spreads--American favorites, much of it organic. Costa serves innovative, boldly flavored, whimsical dishes. Chef Coton Stine, a classically trained Le Cordon Bleu chef, prides herself on farm fresh ingredients, herbs, and seasonings with big flavor. The restaurant features locally caught fresh seafood and fish from Captain Clay’s.

Costa is located at 502 E. Atlantic Avenue, on the southeast corner of 5th Avenue and Atlantic Avenue in downtown Delray Beach. Summer hours of operation are Monday through Sunday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday from 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. For more information, visitcostabyokm.com or call 561-501-6115. Follow on Instagram @Costabyokm.

17 Jun

Posted at 11:00h in News

Nestled at the intersection of laidback and luxurious in Delray Beach, The Seagate Hotel & Spa is offering sizzling summer discounts for locals and world travelers in need of a tranquil seaside oasis.

The Stay Golden package boasts plenty of serenity and vitamin sea, and guests receive up to 30-percent off luxurious room accommodations and two complimentary cocktails to enjoy poolside when booking a minimum one night stay now through November 13, 2024.

For golf lovers, the Seagate Shotmaker package is the ultimate hole-in-one. Guests enjoy 50-percent off a full round of golf at The Seagate Golf Club’s newly renovated Joe Lee designed, private 18-hole golf course situated on 120 acres of tree-lined fairways and breezy Bimini Bermuda grass. Receive up to 20-percent off accommodations and two gratis cocktails when booking now through September 30, 2024.

The 154-room boutique property is situated on lavish Atlantic Avenue and a five-minute stroll from the Atlantic Ocean. Wellness warriors will want to spoil themselves at the Spa, an 8,000-square-foot retreat which recently unveiled the Zen for Men package, which includes a 30-minute express facial, 90-minute sports massage, and can be enhanced with a nourishing organic coconut oil scalp ritual.

Additionally, the property is the only resort in Delray Beach, Florida to offer hotel guests exclusive access to its historic Beach Club featuring an adventurous kids club and plein air programming like morning and moon beach yoga. In addition to its world-class greens and practice facilities, the Golf Club also serves up Har-Tru tennis and pickleball, a 4,200-square-foot fitness center, and gourmet dining.

The Seagate Hotel & Spa is located at 1000 E. Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 665-4800 or visit seagatedelray.com.

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09 May

Posted at 11:57h in News

Enjoy the golden hour during Sunset Stroll at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens on Thursday, May 23, from 5:30–8:00pm. The popular after-hours event will feature the Sean Danconia Pop Surreal Art Show, Guildhall Pop-Up Booth (including games, anime, and manga goods), docent-led garden tours, beer and sake tastings, and Asian-inspired gastronomy by Ramen...

06 May

Posted at 14:15h in News

Nestled at the intersection of laidback and luxurious in Delray Beach, The Seagate Hotel & Spa has unveiled a spectacular hotel package designed for world travelers and local residents in need of a sun-kissed seaside oasis. The "Stay Golden" package boasts plenty of serenity and vitamin sea, and guests receive up to 30-percent off...