Tunnel of Love
Editor’s Letter: March 2022 Pop quiz without looking it up: From where do you know the name Henry E. Kinney? Go on, I’ll wait. If you said “from under the…
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Erik Petersen
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In 11 years working in US and UK print media, Erik has sparked debate, built relationships and delivered quality journalism. His work was shortlisted several times in Britain's primary newspaper awards. In 2009, Erik was named columnist of the year.
Hearts & Snakes
Editor’s Letter: February 2022 I was discussing good meats to smoke recently with my fish dip guy – regular readers of this editor’s note will know that you’re not really…
Pelo Party
Editor’s Letter: January 2022 It’s a weeknight, my daughter is asleep in her room and in my room, I’m sweating profusely while a woman in a sports bra yells at…
Paths to Wellness
There’s no gimmick workout, no secret diet, that’s the one great trick to being healthy. It’s about following proven methods, being consistent and setting yourself up for success. We spoke…
Home
Editor’s Letter: December 2021 My favorite local band, the Copper Tones, released their first music video the other day. The song’s called “Home,” and the video shows the band and…
Five out of Five
Editor’s Letter: November 2021 There’s nothing like realizing you’ve memorized all the burrito settings on the 7-11 microwave to drive home the fact that you’re making bad life choices. This…
Your FLIBS Questions, Answered
October 2021: Editor’s Letter The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is back, baby! I’m sure you’ve got questions. Q: I do not have what you would strictly call…
Electric Slide
Editor’s Letter: September 2021 I’m not what you’d call a car guy. I enjoy driving a good car, but at the top of my automotive hierarchy of needs tends to…
Ivy’s Town
Editor’s Letter: August 2021 I don’t think I would have messed with Ivy Stranahan. The Mother of Fort Lauderdale lived here at a time when Fort Lauderdale was an outpost,…
The Main Event
Editor’s Letter: July 2021 I’ve never been so excited to edit an events page. There is, you see, an events page in this month’s issue. It’s a curated list of…
