delray beach passport fall 2014
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Local's Guide to EntertainmentTRANSCRIPT
DELRAY BEACH
LOCAL’S GUIDE TO ENTERTAINMENT
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Foodie TrendsWEEKENDBRUNCHES
Delray OnlineDATING 2.0
Tending BarBRU’S ROOM
Fall 2014
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Now with Live Music every Wednesday night!
TRYST3 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach
Brunch Thurs-Sun 11am-3pmDinner Sun-Thurs 5pm-10pm , Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm
LOBBY BAR at
HYATT PLACE Delray Beach
104 NE 2nd Ave | Delray Beach, FL | (561) 330-3530
Expansive Wine, Beer and Spirits SelectionSpecialty Mojito and Martini Menu
All Day Saturday and Sunday$3 Momosas $5 Bloody Marys
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DELRAY BEACH
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8 Weekend Brunches
10 Happy Hour Guide
16 Downtown Area Map
20 Bartender Spotlight: Bru's Room
25 Delray Online: Dating 2.0
Publisher: R.G. SchmedemanArt Director: Melissa SebastianelliBusiness Consultant: Bob HastingsSales Directors: Yvonne Summerlin
Maura O'BrienContributors: Neysha Bauer
Sergio SalazarAshleigh Cline
Photographers: Emiliano BrooksRicardo Nouel
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Liquor • Craft Beer • Champagne • WineTHE ONLY L IQUOR STORE ON ATLANTIC AVE!
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Phone: 561.276.2076900 E. Atlantic Ave - #3Delray Beach, FL 33483
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BRUNCHESBRUNCHESWEEKEND
by Sergio Salazar
As mornings begin to cool and Delray Beach stirs from its long summer slumber, a peculiar Sunday ritual can be observed. Pilgrims by the hundreds make their way along the streets and avenues, seeking sustenance and relaxation. They may choose eggs benedict on a beachside balcony, or mimosas on palm shaded patios. Huevos rancheros, smoked salmon latkes, and creole style shrimp and grits might help soak up last night’s excess, and endless bloody mary cocktails will ensure blissful afternoons. By the time the crowds disperse, for fun in the sun or the comforts of home, they are basking in the deep fulfillment of Delray’s secular sacrament, Sunday Brunch. The rising sun over the Atlantic is a familiar sight to regulars at Cafe Luna Rosa’s seaside brunch. Opening the doors at 7:00 am makes sense when you have a priceless balcony view of the beach and open ocean beyond. Luna Rosa has an extensive menu, and a distinctive Italian flair. Their bloody mary Antipasto is an absurdly nourishing cocktail, and they may be the only establishment on Earth to serve Bolognese as a brunch item. Savvy Patrons who get brunch under their belts early have the choice of a full afternoon on the beach or continuing their brunch experience just across the intercostal waterway. For a brunch menu starring all the bounty of the sea, it’s tough to beat City Oyster. This Atlantic Ave staple has all you can drink bloody mary cocktails and mimosas, and has the cojones to feature a Petrossian Caviar
eggs benedict. A Maine lobster roll with watermelon and a crème brulee stuffed French toast are two of the chef ’s more creative offerings. City Oyster also boasts the town’s best brunch raw bar, with a broad selection of fresh seafood. Max’s Harvest in Pineapple Grove is a restaurant with a vision. Their ingredients are locally sourced, and the diversity of Florida’s sea and soils provide their chefs with a rich palate of flavors. Fresh squeezed local juices include orange, grapefruit, and of course, cucumber-watermelon-yuzu. Those lucky guests who are seated on Max’s lush patio are literally surrounded by the herbs and berries that will garnish their meals; some of their produce is grown on the premises. Max’s commitment to sustainability means that diners leave with a full stomach and a clean conscience. Back on Atlantic Avenue, Tryst Gastropub is the place to see and be seen early Sunday afternoons. Huevos rancheros and some of the best fish tacos on the east coast are best enjoyed at the street side tables; the intersection of Swinton and Atlantic showcases some of Delray’s best people watching. With the afternoon sun sinking in the west and Tryst’s bar starting to fill up with happy hour customers, the regulars call for one more round of bloody mary cocktails. Fully recovered from Saturday’s escapades, it’s time to toast another week well lived. 9
PASSPORT HAPPY HOUR
**Accuracy of guide is not guaranteed, happy hours are subject to change anytime & are at the discretion of the bar.**
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301 NE 3rd Ave(561) 303-1939
Everyday4:30pm-6: 30pm2-4-1 Off Every-
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40 S Ocean Blvd(561) 278-3364
Mon-Fri4pm-7pm
50% Off Well Drinks, House
Wine, Domestic Drafts & Bottles, &
Import Drafts
1000 E Atlantic Ave(561) 665-4900
Everyday4pm-7pm
$4 Drafts, House Wine, Svedka$6 Martinis
50 % Off Select Appetizers
145 NE 4th Ave(561) 808-7304
Tues-Fri 5-7pmSat 3-7pm
$2 Off All Beer & Wine Bottles,
Select Food Items 50% Off
804 E Atlantic Ave(561) 272-7272
Monday -Friday11:30am-7pm
$4 Most Drafts, $2 Domestic Bottles,
$3 Wells
200 NE 2nd Ave(561) 274-2046
Mon-Sat4pm-6pm
$4 House Wine, Select Calls,$3.30 Drafts
35 NE 2nd Ave(561) 276-3663
Mon-Fri11am-7pm
$5 Double Sky Vodka, $2 Rolling
Rock
217 E Atlantic Ave(561) 450-7557
Everyday4pm-6pm
50% Off Selected Food & Drinks
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PASSPORT HAPPY HOUR
**Accuracy of guide is not guaranteed, happy hours are subject to change anytime & are at the discretion of the bar.**
213 E Atlantic Ave(561) 272-0220
Everyday4pm-7pm
2-4-1 All Drinks$1.75 Oysters
(Bar Only)
840 E Atlantic Ave(561) 665-8484
Mon-Fri3:30pm-7pm
50% Off Drafts & Wells, Wine Spe-cials, $5 Bar Bites
(Bar Only)
777 E Atlantic Ave(561) 279-1002
Everyday4pm-7pm
50% Off Wells, Drafts Beers & Wine, Special
Happy Hour Menu
1750 S. Federal Hwy
(561) 276-3332 EverydayAll Day
2-4-1 Drinks (Excludes craft
beer)
104 NE 2nd Ave(561) 330-3530
Mon-Fri5:30pm-7:30pm
50% Off All Drinks, 50% Off
Select Appetizers
710 Linton Blvd(561) 279-2779
Monday All DayTues-Fri 2pm-7pm
$2.25 Domestic, $3.50 Premium,$4.50 Craft Beer.
$3.50 House Wine & Wells, $4.50
Select Drinks
15 NE 2nd Ave(561) 865-5350
Everyday4pm-7pm
$2 Coronas & Tacos
$5 Margaritas & Spirits
Bar Bite Menu
640 E. Atlantic Ave(561) 278-0282
Mon-FriBuy 1 Get 1 Select
Domestic Beer, Well, Call,
House Wine
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PASSPORT HAPPY HOUR
**Accuracy of guide is not guaranteed, happy hours are subject to change anytime & are at the discretion of the bar.**
104 NE 2nd Ave(561) 278-6802
Mon-Fri4:30pm- 7pm
15% Off All Wine Cards & Food
210 NE 2nd Ave(561) 330-0022
Mon-Fri5pm-7pm
$1 Off All Drinks
25 SE 6th Ave(561) 330-3040
Daily Drink & Food Specials
259 NE 2nd Ave(561) 266-0599
Mon-Fri5pm-7pm
50% Off Beer, San-gria, Select Wines,
Special Happy Hour Menu
32 SE 2nd Ave(561) 265-5093
Everyday3pm-7pm
$2 Beers, $3 Wine, $4 Drafts, $5
Cocktails, Food Specials
5 SE 2nd Ave(561) 450-6718
Everyday 3:30pm-7pm
50% Off Select Drinks & Appetiz-
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32 SE 2nd Ave(561) 274-7258
Everyday3pm-7pm
$4 House Wine, $3 Draft Beers, $5
Well Drinks, $4 Select Martinis, Special Happy
Hour menu
501 E Atlantic Ave(561) 921-6464
Everyday3:30pm-6:30pm
2-4-1 Drinks & $10 Mussel Bowls
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PASSPORT HAPPY HOUR
**Accuracy of guide is not guaranteed, happy hours are subject to change anytime & are at the discretion of the bar.**
201 E Atlantic Ave(561) 276-3600
Mon-Thurs 3-7pm, Fri-Sat 3pm-6pm Everyday 10pm-
close50% Off Wine &
Cocktails$4 Drafts, 50% Off Select Appetizers
4 E Atlantic Ave(561) 921-0201
Everyday5pm-7pm
50% Off Drafts & House Wines, $5 Well Drinks,
$6 Well Martinis, Happy Hour Menu
270 E Atlantic AveEveryday3pm-7pm
50% Off All Drinks,
Select Appetizers(Excludes super
premium)
40 S. Ocean Ave (561)278-3364
Mon-FriOpen-7pm
50% Off Drafts, Wells, House
Wines & Select Bar Bites
522 E Atlantic Ave(561) 865-5923
Sun-Thurs5pm-7pm
$6 Happy Hour Menu, Salads, Pizzas,Pastas,
Appetizers, Des-serts
1701 W Atlantic Ave
(561) 865-5373Mon-Thurs12pm-6pm
Friday 12pm-3pm$3 Beers
8 E Atlantic Ave(561)-330-4236Mon-Thurs
5-7pm (till 8pm Fri)2-4-1 Can Beer
3-4-1 House wine & Wells
½ Price AppetizersSun - Happy Hour
Drinks All Day
290 E Atlantic Ave(561) 278-9570
Everyday3pm-7pm
$3.50 Premium Drafts
$3 Select Import Bottles
$4.50 Select House Wines
Bar Bites
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Paris Couture
111 NE 2nd Ave. Delray Beach, FL 33444Pineapple Grove
561-303-3461
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massage, complementary glass of wine.
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317 NE 2nd AVE. Delray Beach, FL 33444561-542-3326 561-271-3249
JOSEPH’S
200 NE 2ND AVE SUITE # 107Delray Beach, Florida 33444
561-272-6100
wine bar & cafeMediterranean Cuisine
BISTRO241
Contemporary American & European Cuisine
241 NE 2nd AvenueDelray Beach, FL 33444
561-330-4080
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Bistro 241Boston’s on the BeachBru’s RoomBuddha Sky BarCafe Luna RosaCity Oyster & Sushi BarDeck 84Delray Visitors CenterDelray Yacht CruisesDeluxDigIndigo SpaJoseph’s Wine BarMussel BeachO’Connor’s PubThe OfficePapa’s TapasParis CouturePark TavernPuttin AroundSalt 7Smoke Inn
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SP TLIGHTBARTENDER
Delray Beach Passport: How long have you been bartending at Bru’s Room?Jason Boatner: A little over a year. I got my start “in the biz” in Memphis, around 2000.
DBP: What is your favorite part of bartending?JB: I love meeting new people and making new friends. Honestly I’m a people watcher and it’s the best job for such a thing. I see a lot of funny things happen.
DBP: How do sports fans represent their team at the bar?JB: All types, there’s your truest devoted fans who come out no matter what and support their team win or lose. I’ve seen grown men cry. You have the band wagon guys who seem to show up when their team wins the championship the year before. And just the normal fan who loves to come cheer and have a good time. That’s just a couple from my observation.
Name: Jason Boatner
Bar: Bru's Room
Hometown: New Albany, Mississippi
Age: 32
Specialty Drink: “The Coach”
Hangover Cure: Water beforehand, Aleve
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DBP: When you’re not at Bru’s Room what are you up to? JB: Nothing good! (Laughter) No I’ve spent most of the summer around the water. I hang with friends mainly as all my family is back in Mississippi. I’ve also been studying real estate. Should be licensed and ready to go by November.
DBP: Any similarities between bartending and the real estate world?JB: Whether it’s a $5 beer or a $500,000 house they are both about communicating with a customer and providing the best service possible.
DBP: What’s your favorite Delray hang out outside of Bru’s?JB: There’s a few but I love taco Tuesday next door with my friends at El Camino.
DBP: A lot of “In the Biz” employees come here after work, what are the pros and cons of that?JB: Ha, I can’t think of any cons that’s for sure. What’s better than one: a bar full of your friends, and two: when you’re busy they know you’re busy and have the respect for you that you wish everyone could understand. That’s keeping it short, it’s a great fun crowd.
DBP: To you, what is the definition of being a real bartender? JB: Anyone can pour a drink or can be taught to mix a drink. You have to be able to handle a bar and a crowd. Someone who can talk to just about anyone about almost anything. Sometimes even listen to anyone about anything. They keep their cool under pressure as well as control the cool of others. It’s tough sometimes to balance all this, which makes bartenders awesome people.
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“Tony, yes you--you do not look anything like Brad Pitt; you’re a lying troll with bad teeth and a sweaty disposition…lose my number and pay for the five drinks I’m about to consume!” –Things we wish we could say when disappointed on a first date…but don’t. By the way, Tony—if you read this, I’m not sorry.
Online dating should be a pleasant experience in which one meets others outside of their social circle to engage in conversation, share a meal or drinks, or enjoy an activity, in the hopes of finding some-thing more. Below are my tips for navigating the world of online dating.
First, there’s the whole pesky profile business to get through. I’m actually quite proud of mine due to responses like: “You seem fun, pas-sionate, very down to earth, and funny! I really enjoyed reading your profile and
would love to take you for a drink and get to know you.” (Plenty of Fish) There is the occasional: “yo sexy whatsup” (Ok Cupid). At the end of the day they are both paying compliments…but only one will
DATING 2.0Tips for the online dating world.
By: Ashleigh Cline
hear from me. Is a quick spelling and grammar check that hard to navigate?
After a “match” is made or a message has been reciprocated, the virtual conversation gets rolling. I have made the mistake of giving my number too soon, and was immediately greeted with pictures (you know the ones). When noth-ing else is happening, it may seem like a great idea to score a last minute date, but the worst dates I have been on…started this way. It makes for a better first date to learn a little about the person, and schedule at least two nights out so if they do flake, there is still time for someone else.
The date is scheduled and what happens next is up to me, unless…the inevitable last minute cancellation ensues. Not to say I have never cancelled a date, but I certainly don’t wait until twenty minutes beforehand. Most likely, a seemingly better offer comes along, but excuses range from something work-related came up, to not feeling well due to Lupus…yep, I’ve heard it all! It’s painfully an-noying to leave work ready for the evening, only to discover a text from the person I was minutes from meeting that begins, “I’m so sorry, but…” My rule is that if you don’t show up, you need to lose
my number, period. Is it really that hard to get yourself where you say you’re going to be?
For the dates that do show up, and on time--extra points, unless they look nothing like their profile pictures. I don’t person-26
ally have a problem with guys shorter in stature because I’m 5’1’’, but I do have a problem with liars (Tony). I’ve heard horror stories from past dates that began with, “wow, you actually look like your pictures,” so, I know some ladies aren’t being honest with them-selves either. One or two pictures with the perfect lighting and all dolled up is okay (cleavage shots and fishy kiss face pictures are not), but give a range…I purposely include one no make-up picture in casual attire so that expectations are realistic…it may be a virtual dating world out there, be we can still be real!
My advice:
• Be honest with your photo selections, height, and body type.• Usespellingandgrammarcheckforyourprofile.• Showup,orifyoumustcancel-doitbeforenoon.• Gentlemen-it’sstillnicetopickupthecheckonthefirst date.• Ladies-don’tcountonhimtopickupthecheckonafirst date.• Tony-investinbreathmints!
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