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COOKING FOR A CAUSE I consider myself an adventurous eater and a solid home cook, but baking is not my forte. So, when the opportunity came to participate in one of Feeding South Florida’s new hands-on cooking classes, I immediately signed up for “French Patisserie.” The chance to increase my dessert repertoire was the main appeal. The fact that I would end up leaving with a plate of eclairs was just a bonus. Feeding South Florida aims to end hunger in the region by providing access to nutritious food, leading hunger and poverty advocacy efforts, and transforming lives through innovative programming and education. Proceeds from the classes—which cost $60 per person and take place in the organization’s Community Kitchen in Boynton Beach—support the nonprofit’s work. Chef Susan Taves, the organization’s director of culinary services, instructs small groups on that class’ chosen topic, ranging from patisserie to pad thai. After my two-hour class, I left with a better understanding of the basics of choux dough and the baking
ISLA & CO. Nestled within the Warehouse District, Isla & Co. specializes in Australian cuisine, complete with a hearty brunch menu and a robust coffee program. 1401 Clare Ave., West Palm Beach (isla-co.com) $$ KONRO Savor an omakase-style culinary experience by chef Jacob Bickelhaupt and his sommelier wife, Nadia. 424 Park Place #101, West Palm Beach (konrorestaurant.com) $$$ LOLA 41 From Italian-imbued plates to innovative sushi, this vibrant restaurant bases its menu off of the flavors found along the forty-first parallel. 290 Sunset Ave., Palm Beach (lola41.com) $$ RHYTHM CAFÉ This staple offers inspired comfort food and an impressive beer and wine inventory. 3800 A S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (rhythmcafe.com) $$ SPRUZZO Enjoy Intracoastal views at this rooftop eatery with a globally inspired menu. 251 N. Narcissus Ave., West Palm Beach (spruzzowestpalm.com) $$ WAXIN’S Swedish food finds a South Florida home at this sophisticated eatery. 5300 Donald Ross Road Unit 130, Palm Beach Gardens (waxins.com) $$$
FRENCH AND FRENCH AMERICAN ALMOND This Bridgehampton mainstay has brought its take on classic French comfort food and globalinspired plates to Palm Beach. 207 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (almondrestaurant.com) $$
CAFÉ BOULUD This four-star restaurant boasts the same French flair as its Manhattan cousin, with a dash of South Florida flavor. 301 Australian Ave., Palm Beach, in The Brazilian Court (cafeboulud.com) $$$ LE BILBOQUET Visit this chic resto for classic French dishes in upscale environs. 245A Worth Ave., Palm Beach (lebilboquetpb.com) $$$ LOÏC BAKERY CAFÉ BAR French native Loïc Autret is the man behind the out-of-this-world croissants at this industrial-chic café. 480 Hibiscus St. #116, West Palm Beach (bakeryloic.com) $ PARIS IN TOWN, LE CAFÉ This casual outpost offers pastries, crepes, and more from French speakers in an authentic setting. 11460 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach (parisintown.com) $ PISTACHE FRENCH BISTRO Presenting French bistro bites with a Mediterranean twist. Light and elegant dishes blend with rustic country favorites on the classic menu. 101 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach (pistachewpb.com) $$
ITALIAN ADRIENNE’S PIZZABAR A favorite of New York’s Financial District, Adrienne’s serves Neapolitan-style pizza as well as other favorites such as arancini and cannoli. 378 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (adriennespizzabar.com) $
Mary Murray (center right) with Feeding South Florida’s Susan Taves (center left) and fellow foodie classmates
phenomenon known as oven spring. I also gained valuable insight into sweets in general, such as water is chocolate’s No. 1 enemy as it will cause it to seize and thicken. More specific to eclairs, I learned that the secret to filling them is to wait “until they sing,” meaning until you can hear a light relief of air. Feeding South Florida hosts its cooking classes monthly. Next up are a beef (or beet) Wellington class December 12, where attendees will learn how to make this iconic dish as well as a cranberry feta dip for the holidays, and a homemade pasta class January 17. Advance registration is required. (feedingsouthflorida.org/events) —M.M.
ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA Known for quality pizza and Italian soul food, Anthony’s has expanded beyond Florida’s borders. 1900 Okeechobee Blvd. Suite A-5, West Palm Beach; 2680 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 115 N.E. 6th Ave., Delray Beach; 21065 Powerline Road #5A, Boca Raton; 851 S. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton; 1000 S. State Road 7, Wellington; 2343 S.E. Federal Hwy., Stuart (acfp.com) $ BUONASERA RISTORANTE Classic Northern Italian dishes in an intimate setting. 2145 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (buonaserajupiter1993.com) $$$ CAFÉ SAPORI This café’s menu offers classics from every region of Italy. 205 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach (cafesaporicorp.com) $$ CASA D’ANGELO Angelo Elia’s Boca Raton outpost succeeds in every possible way. 171 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (casa-d-angelo.com) $$$ ELISABETTA’S This sleek eatery slings up handmade Italian delicacies, including to-die-for pasta and pizza. 185 Banyan Blvd., West Palm Beach; 32 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (elisabettas.com) $$ FELICE Savor a classic Tuscan menu and sustainable wines at this stylish café. 366 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (felicerestaurants.com) $$ GRATO Chef Clay Conley lends his prowess to Italian food at this casual trattoria. Highlights from the rustic menu include fresh pastas and brick-oven pizzas. 1901 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (gratowpb.com) $$
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