Founded by Dieuveny “DJ” Jean Louis and David Garretson of UMG Hospitality Group, this Mediterranean-themed, contemporary restaurant focuses on tapas and wine, then evolves into a sexy lounge atmosphere. The restaurant features Mediterranean fare, seafood dishes, flatbreads made in a brick oven, signature dishes and an impressive drink menu, plus musical performances, special celebrity DJ appearances (both in person and virtually with robots), video walls, and hookah.

Husband-wife owners Larry and Elena Robinson started catering in 2002 featuring Louisiana-style foods he grew up with, then started the Rumcake Factory Mobile Kitchen. They were part of the StartUp FIU program. Find their cakes in Whole Foods Markets and look for their truck at South Florida events. 305-801-5534
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Mikaela Barnes, proprietor of The Non Dairy Fairy, bakes cookies, brownies, cakes and donuts that are allergy-friendly and cater to those with dietary restrictions. The brand also offers catering for private events, as well as consulting services to help revamp both personal lifestyles and restaurant menus. “My inspiration for The Non Dairy Fairy was to show others that you don’t have to sacrifice sweets to maintain a plant-based, nut-free or gluten-free lifestyle," Barnes says.

Terrific kombucha and ferments – kraut, pikliz, kimchi, sriracha, curtido, fermented mango chutney – made from local produce are available by preorder in her Palmetto Bay shop and at the drive-through farmers market. When COVID-19 restrictions ease up, you'll find Cristina at other markets in South Florida.

BBQ chicken, jerk pork and ribs hot off the grill at Broward farmers markets. Find chef Juliette at the farmers markets at Broward Health Imperial Point (Thursdays) and Tamarac Veterans Park (Sundays) plus other locations. Check first to see if markets have reopened.