Restaurants

Italica in Midtown: From Pizzas to Breakfast Delights

Published

3 years ago

July 5, 2023

Coach

Rise and Shine with Italica’s Avocado-infused Breakfast Extravaganza!

July 1st, 2023

Italica in Midtown has recently expanded its culinary repertoire by introducing a breakfast menu after garnering local fame for its exceptional pizzas.

The restaurant boasts a spacious setting adorned with cheerful colors, prominently featuring the use of orange throughout its decor. From the moment you step inside, there’s a warm and cozy feeling that permeates the entire space, even extending to the well-maintained bathroom.

The breakfast service at Italica begins promptly at 8 am and runs until noon, allowing early risers to start their day with a tasty meal. It’s worth noting that the restaurant only opened its doors last October and is just now making its foray into the breakfast scene. However, the freshness and quality of their offerings leave no doubt about their commitment to excellence.

The kitchen at Italica is manned by an Italian cook, ensuring an authentic and pleasurable experience. The attention to detail is evident in the presence of rosemary plants right at the table, which are skillfully incorporated into their lunch and dinner dishes, imparting a welcomed fragrance and added flavor to the meals.

One standout ingredient that Italica utilizes exceptionally well is avocado. Their skillful use of them can be seen in various breakfast items. The croissant, for instance, oozes with creamy avocado, creating a wondrous and indulgent treat for enthusiasts.

Yet, the avocado toast is a masterpiece of delicate flavors, providing a divine experience for those seeking a light and flavorful breakfast option.

Italica also offers a selection of cold-pressed juices that are both enriching and refreshing. In particular, the Tropical beverage (blended with Dragonfruit, Pineapple, Coconut and Ginger)

and the Green beverage (Kale, spinach, chard, celery, bok choy, parsley, apple and lime) stood out for their revitalizing qualities.

However, the All Natural Açaí Bowl was notable too. Perfectly chilled and complemented by a nice touch of coconut shavings, the bowl created a harmonious blend of flavors and textures as it meshed together Açaí with banana, fresh fruits, fresh berries, homemade granola, coconut, cacao nibs and honey.

Food aside, the service at Italica is noteworthy too, with attentive staff members who not only cater to your needs, but also offer excellent recommendations. The manager Miguel and our server Agustín ensured that we felt welcomed and taken care of throughout our dining experience. Additionally, Agustin was well-versed in the menu, which made him a valuable resource for us since we sought out his suggestions.

Whether you’re a local looking for a new breakfast spot or a visitor seeking a delightful culinary experience, Italica in Midtown is definitely worth a visit.

For more information, visit www.italicaus.com or follow @italicamidtown on Instagram #COFFEELOVERS.

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Arc Culinary Where Every Bite Gives Back

Published

4 weeks ago

June 20, 2026

McKaela Lulic

This intimate chef-driven tasting experience in Broward blends elevated cuisine, live culinary artistry, and a mission that transforms lives.

June 20th, 2026

Not every memorable night out in South Florida happens at the trendiest Miami hotspot or the newest Fort Lauderdale restaurant. Sometimes, the most unforgettable dining experiences are hidden in places you’d least expect.

Arc Broward’s Arc Culinary is one of those rare gems.

More than just a dinner reservation, Arc Culinary delivers an immersive chef’s table experience where guests enjoy thoughtfully curated multi-course meals while watching talented chefs prepare and present each dish right in front of them. The result feels part fine dining, part live performance, and entirely unforgettable.

With limited seating and rotating themed menus, every event feels exclusive like being invited to an intimate dinner party hosted by some of South Florida’s most passionate culinary talent.

The real magic begins once the first course arrives.

At Arc Culinary, dinner becomes an experience. Instead of dishes quietly appearing from behind kitchen doors, guests get a front-row seat to the craftsmanship behind every plate. Watching the chefs work adds a level of connection and appreciation that transforms the meal into something far more interactive and personal.

For its recent Fresh SoFlo Summer Flavors dinner, Arc Culinary showcased a four-course tasting menu celebrating seasonal Florida ingredients with elevated technique and thoughtful presentation.

The evening began with a refreshing Florida blue crab starter served with avocado, ruby red grapefruit, hearts of palm, and a bright key lime vinaigrette. Light, citrusy, and beautifully balanced, it captured South Florida summer on a plate.

Course two brought a stunning pan-seared Florida snapper, perfectly crisp on the outside and paired with sweet corn purée and blistered cherry tomatoes. The standout element, however, was the sauce. A swap to miso chili oil added layers of umami, subtle spice, and richness that completely elevated the dish. It was one of those bites that makes the entire table pause.

The third course featured a beautifully cooked grilled filet mignon, served with roasted summer peppers, shaved fennel, arugula, and key lime chimichurri. Rich yet balanced, it delivered the kind of bold, satisfying flavor you hope for in a main course.

Dessert ended the evening on a classic South Florida note: a stunning key lime tart that was equal parts creamy, tart, and sweet.

While the food alone makes Arc Culinary worth visiting, what makes the experience truly special lies beyond the plate.

Founded in 1956, Arc Broward has spent nearly seven decades serving individuals with developmental disabilities and life challenges throughout Broward County. The nonprofit supports individuals from ages 1 to 91, offering programs that include education, employment services, behavioral health support, residential programs, and family resources.

Arc Culinary operates as one of Arc Broward’s most innovative social enterprises, using food as both a source of funding and a pathway to opportunity.

Proceeds from dinners, private events, catering, and culinary programming directly support Arc Broward’s life-changing services while also helping create hands-on training and workforce opportunities in hospitality and culinary arts for individuals with special needs.

In other words, this isn’t just dinner.

It’s a chance to support inclusion, independence, and meaningful opportunity—all while enjoying an exceptional meal.

That’s what makes Arc Culinary so special: you come for the chef-driven menu, the intimate atmosphere, and the creative flavors, but you leave with something deeper.

In a region filled with restaurants competing for attention, Arc Culinary offers something increasingly rare a dining experience that feels personal, purposeful, and genuinely impactful.

Because at Arc Culinary, every course tells a story and every bite gives back.

Learn more about Arc Culinary and upcoming dinners