Cafe Seville

Tucked away in a strip shopping plaza off East Oakland Park Boulevard, Cafe Seville sits unassumingly, and has for the past 22 years. From the outside, you would never know the experience you were about to have. As you enter the restaurant, you are greeted by the hostess, also known as the owners wife. But, make sure you have a reservation, especially on weekend nights where they are known to be "booked solid."

The atmosphere is comfortable, decorated with Spanish influence. As I perused the menu, everything looked so delicious. Since I am not familiar with Spanish wines, our server helped us choose one that was full-bodied without a tang. He was very helpful and his choice was perfect. Before ordering starters and entrees, a huge chalkboard was brought over to the table with the "Daily Specials." There were about 15 items more to choose from aside from the menu.

To start, we had Gambas as Aiillo and Portabello Mushrooms sauteed in a red wine sauce. For dinner, I enjoyed Gambas Pablo Picasso. The menu is extensive and will delight anyone's taste buds from duck, veal, steak, chicken, chorizo, as well as shrimp, scallops, and a number of other seafood plates. The wine list has won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for a number of consecutive years.

Desserts are made in-house, with the exception of the Limoncello sorbet. I enjoyed the tres leches, a traditional Spanish dessert, which was terrific. Also, try the Spanish-style Tiramisu, a bit sweet but delightful.

During dinner, the owner Joey Esposito greeted us and made us feel welcome in his restaurant. Cafe Seville provided a level of exceptional service, delicious and unparalleled food, and an unforgettable experience. 

PHOTO CREDIT: WWW.CAFESEVILLE.COM

Eat Cheap in South Beach

Known for its upscale restaurants, hotels and nightclubs, South Beach is the last place in South Florida you would expect to go for a nice, inexpensive dinner (unless you were planning on grubbing at McDonald's, which is highly unlikely.) If you have ever tried to go to South Beach for dinner, you know what an ordeal it can be...pick a fancy restaurant, call a week ahead of time to make a reservation, and save up, because it'll cost you big.

Well, SunSentinel.com lists restaurants where you can eat for as little at $15 per person. Here are a few to check out.

1. 8 Oz. Burger Bar- Here the most expensive things on the menu cost only $10, which are the 8 oz burger, Cobb Salad & a classic Caesar with chicken. Until the end of March, diners can ask for a free 12-ounce beer with any burger, but servers are NOT allowed to mention it. Check it out at 1080 Alton Road. 305.397.8346

2. Front Porch Cafe- There aren't many places on Ocean Drive where you can get a cheap meal and relax. The Front Porch Cafe has been offering that since 1990. Breakfast is a big meal here. Offering a french toast ($9.45) that is made with challah that's dipped in egg batter and doused with Triple Sec and lemon zest. Another new item on the menu is chicken satay omelet for only $10.95. If you are in the area, be sure to check it out for breakfast, lunch or dinner. 1418 Ocean Drive. 305.531.8300

3. Pizza Rustica- With locations from Miami to Ft. Lauderdale, PIzza Rustica is a franchise which started in South Beach in 1996. Pizza adorned like pastries in a bakery, the selection is endless. From Classic Tomato Basil ($4.95/slice) to Chicken Caesar Salad Pizza($4.95/slice), you can't go wrong. Still hungry after lunch, try their Chocolate Pizza filled with a thin layer of Nutella(only available in a full pie for $14. 1447 Washington Ave., 863 Washington Ave., and 667 Lincoln Road. 305.674.82441447 

4. Rice House of Kabob- A Persian grill known for its Middle Eastern menu, this Miami eatery prides itself on "a delectable selection of fresh ingredients, warming atmosphere, and a well-trained staff." Start off with some Hummus for $3.95. There are Combo dishes started at $11.45, or you can satisfy your palette with the Veggie Delight for $5.95. 1318 Alton Road. 305.531.0332

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It's Britney, Bitch!

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Comeback concert it was. The pop star, Britney Spears made her comeback debut in her home state of Louisiana on March 3. Her third apperance was on March 7, in my hometown Miami, Florida at the American Airlines Arena. And let me tell you, her concert was amazing. From the pyrotechnics to the choreography, everything went smoothly and was well-played out. 

Obvi, Britney lip-synced most of the show, but who would expect anything less if you've seen her before. She kept the crowd screaming for the whole 1hr 30 min she was on. Perez Hilton opened the show with a video played on the circle screen. The concert was themed "Circus" after her latest album. 

Britneyspears.com released the set list for the show, check it out below:

CIRCUS

Perez/Parade Intro

Circus(Funky Remix)

Piece of Me

Thunderstorm Segue

Radar

House of Fun (Anything Goes)

Martial Arts Segue

Ooh Ooh Baby/Hot as Ice

Boys

If U seek Amy

Me Against the Music (Bollywood)

FREAKSHOW/PEEPSHOW

Everybody's Lookin for Something Segue

Freakshow

Get Naked

Britney's Hotline

Breathe on Me/Touch of my Hand

Electric Circ

Break the Ice Segue

Do Something

Slave

Dancer Solo Segue/Heartbeat Segue

Toxic

Baby One More Time(Remix)

ENCORE

Womanizer(Extended Remix)

Circus Reprise: The Bow