Eat the Tea
900 NE 20th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

They don’t call it ‘neighborhood cafe’ for nothing. While this funky, eclectic, and hip tea joint serve healthy vegetarian choices, but one thing makes this place stand out; they put tea in the food! Yes, you will be ‘eating the tea’ and enjoying all of the benefits derived right from each hand-crafted blend of herbs. The Ultimate Veggie Burger seems to be taking the crowed by storm with its layers of marinated sweet potatoes, juicy tomatoes, crisp sprouts, and of course, the main attraction, the veggie burger itself. Without giving away the secret recipe, this vegetarian treat is packed with just right amount of plant based nutrients and sprinkle with authentic organic white and green tea. And this cozy café offers a variety of organic tea blends

Fresh First
1637 SE 17th Street
Ft Lauderdale, FL 33316

Real, raw, and, well, fresh! From fresh-pressed juices to satisfying raw platters, this vegan-vegetarian joint isn’t just ‘for the birds’. You may now enjoy these sensational dishes in a variety of gluten-free options! Although this quaint eatery offer meat and fish entrees as well, this will be your go-to lunch stop when you’re feeling ravenous but want to keep it clean and healthy. The tropical flavors burst through each plate, offering plenty of vegetarian options to meet your needs. The Nut Chili Tacos are among the vegetarian favorites with a spicy kick of sautéed veggies, riced cauliflower, and their special nut chili, wrapped in crisp and crunchy cabbage leaves and topped with a homemade ginger sauce. You will want to make this a frequent stop as your get acquainted with the vibrant and sunny side of Ft. Lauderdale.

Greenbar & Kitchen
1075 SE 17th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

This Mouth Watering Vegetarian Sandwich Can be Yours

Your afternoon of shopping and leisure at the nearby Southport Shopping Center will stir up quite an appetite. The intercostal waterways of the Lauderdale Harbors bring you to a serene and relaxed state of mind while you introduce your taste buds to another authentic and flavorful vegetarian eatery, Greenbar & Kitchen. Bring the kiddos along too! They have a scrumptious kids menu that tastes like grandma used to make, only healthier! Two convenient locations make it simple for vegetarians and carnivores to indulge in their favorite and flavorful, healthy meals even after work! The Galt Ocean location is now open in the evenings, and serves up a simple and healthy menu while offering their popular craft beers and wine selection. You can pair their delicious wines with their savory personal pan pizzas.

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The historic St. Augustine area of Northeast Florida is not only known to be the oldest city in the country, it’s also known for its beautiful beaches and delicious eateries. St. Augustine Outlets has plenty of charm, there is a ton of parking and it never seems to be too overcrowded.

 

“A shopping mall that still has everything. The variety of specialty stores is wide with large, department store anchors. Over the weekend, there was enough bustle to feel lively without being crowded. A nice mall to get away from your online shopping!” -Bryan Lindenberger

We all have experienced frustrating parking situations visiting Outlets and Malls. It’s no fun spending close to 15 minutes searching for parking; this Outlet has plenty of parking options, and the area is very safe. There is no greater feeling than seeing Florida’s beautiful palm trees overlooking a sparkling fountain of water. The breeze from the fountain offers a cool break from the Florida sun.

You can shop indoor or outdoor, there is also a great food court for your dining needs. Kids and parents both love visiting the Toys “R” Us Outlet inside the St. Augustine Outlet. Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH offers great discounts on clothing as well as the Old Navy Outlet. There is even a store for the handyman in all of us located in the mall called Direct Tools. Direct Tools offers 75% savings on new, blemished and factory reconditioned products that Dad will absolutely love! While Dad shops for tools Mom can shop for her next wedding ring upgrade at the Zales Outlet or Treasure Fine Jewelers.

“Excellent all around selection of shops in a very clean and nice environment.” -Jonathan Wannemacher

Need that “As Seen on TV” product you viewed on an infomercial (my secret guilty pleasure) head over to the official “As Seen on TV” store Tools & More! The kitchen won’t upgrade itself, ditch the giant big box stores and head over to Kitchen Collection. There you will find a wide variety of bakeware, cookware, small appliances, marble, ceramics, as well as great gadgets for every kitchen task.

I personally prefer shopping at smaller stores, I favor a personal touch and I love supporting local businesses. With so many stores to visit I am sure you will find the perfect one for you and your family, enjoy yourself at the beautiful St. Augustine Outlets and take plenty of pictures.

Dr. Shuford is a Certified Market Expert with Business.com and an award-winning Huffington Post contributor. Dr. Shuford also contributes to Florida.com, Engadget, Buzzfeed, and LifeHack. He is also a published author and the founder of the veteran-owned technology company Tech From Vets.