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Tabañero Expands Beyond Hot Sauce into BBQ Category
TABAÑERO ENTERS THE GROWING BARBECUE CATEGORY WITH ALL-NATURAL FLORIDA-STYLE BBQ SAUCES, MADE WITH HALF THE SUGAR OF LEADING BRANDS.
March 30, 2026
Seven BBQ Sauces Launch This April, Bringing Bold, Balanced Flavor And Clean Ingredients to Grilling, Glazing and Everyday Meals
Tabañero, the Florida premium national hot sauce brand, is expanding into the barbecue category with the April 3, 2026 launch of Tabañero BBQ Sauce, a seven-flavor line infused with the brand’s signature heat and clean, bold ingredients. The introduction marks a strategic portfolio extension, building on the company’s established flavor equity while translating its bright, drizzle-worthy character into Florida-style BBQ sauces. Inspired by the state’s Southern, Caribbean, and Latin American influences, each sauce delivers a lighter, more tropical and tangy profile that sets it apart from heavier, smokier regional BBQ styles, with only half the sugar of leading brands.
Founded in 2011, Tabañero has become a leading premium hot sauce brand known for flavor innovation and all natural ingredients. From citrus-forward blends to fruit-infused heat and layered spice profiles, its sauces are crafted to enhance food, not overpower it. With the introduction of Tabañero BBQ Sauce, the brand extends its flavor-first approach and clean-label integrity into a category where consumers are increasingly looking for more innovative flavor combinations, varying heat levels and better-for-you ingredients.
“Barbecue sauce stands alongside hot sauce as an essential and versatile condiment, and we recognized an exciting opportunity to bring the two together,” said Traci Mishner, Vice President of Marketing & Trade Operations. “Tabañero BBQ Sauce builds on the qualities of balance, brightness and ingredient integrity that define our brand, giving people even more ways to experience Tabañero’s unique flavors in their everyday meals.”
The launch aligns with broader category momentum, as hot sauce and barbecue sauce are the only major condiment categories currently growing at 4.2%, outpacing the 2.2% food-at-home inflation rate.
With seven distinct varieties, there is a Tabañero BBQ Sauce for every type of fan, from those who appreciate sweet-meets-heat to those who prefer a more pronounced kick.
- Original is smoky and sweet with a hint of Florida orange citrus that complements ribs, shredded pork, burgers and fries. It has the versatility of ketchup with half the sugar and a better-for-you ingredient list.
- Everglades Gold blends the flavor of Southern-style mustard barbecue with Florida citrus notes for a distinctive, golden hue and bold, balanced flavor. It shines on chicken, pork, seafood and as a dipping sauce or sandwich spread.
- Habanero Honey combines real organic honey with the clean, crisp taste of habanero peppers for a hot honey flavor that takes wings to a new level and creates the ideal glossy finishing sauce.
- Apple Hickory layers apple sweetness and subtle smoke, making it ideal for ribs, brisket and slow-cooked meats.
- Smoked Pepperoncini is a one-of-a-kind blend featuring tangy pepperoncini peppers layered with light smoke and vibrant brightness. Ideal for chicken, sausages, grilled meats, and as a flavorful marinade base.
- Bourbon Black Cherry brings rich cherry depth and subtle bourbon notes balanced with savory warmth, adding dimension to pork, steak tips and elevated weeknight dinners.
- XXX delivers fuller-bodied intensity for those who enjoy bolder heat without sacrificing balance.
Like all Tabañero products, Tabañero BBQ Sauces are made with 100 percent natural ingredients and contain no high fructose corn syrup, artificial preservatives or fillers. They are gluten-free, kosher and vegan (except Habanero Honey), continuing the brand’s commitment to bold flavor made from clean ingredients. All of these sauces are crafted in the United States.
The sauces are presented in Tabañero’s signature premium packaging with matte finishes, gold accents and vibrant labels designed to stand out on shelves. Each 14.5-ounce bottle carries a suggested retail price of $7.49.
Tabañero is proudly stocked in over 8,500 stores nationwide, with the new Tabañero BBQ Sauce line rolling out at select retailers, including Amazon. Find a location near you and grab a bottle today via the Tabanero Store Locator. For updates, follow Tabañero at @tabanero.
ABOUT TABAÑERO
Tabañero was founded by South Florida’s legendary entrepreneur, Carl DeSantis. Each blend is crafted with meticulous attention to detail and creativity, reflecting his unwavering passion for life. The brand’s exclusive formulas showcase high-quality, all-natural ingredients with peppers sourced directly from Tabasco, Mexico and crafted in the USA.
Tabañero offers a tongue-tingling lineup of hot sauces, condiments, and cocktail mixes. All ingredients are all-natural, gluten-free, and kosher, with no artificial preservatives, additives or cheap fillers. Tabañero products can be found at retailers such as Walmart, Winn-Dixie and Sedanos and at many of your favorite restaurants. For more information, visit tabanero.com.
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Palace Pride 2026 Is Turning Ocean Drive Into Miami Beach’s Most Joyful Stage
If there is one place in Miami Beach that knows how to make Pride Month feel larger than life, it is The Palace.
June 6, 2026
This June, the legendary Ocean Drive hotspot is going all in with Palace Pride 2026: Center Stage, Open Arms, a month-long celebration packed with drag, dining, nightlife, community moments, celebrity appearances, and the kind of sidewalk-to-stage energy that has made Palace one of South Florida’s most beloved LGBTQ+ institutions.
For decades, Palace has been more than a restaurant or bar. It is the kind of place where brunch becomes a performance, a walk down Ocean Drive turns into a front-row seat, and visitors quickly understand why Miami Beach does Pride with its own unmistakable rhythm. Locals know it. Tourists find it. And once you have seen a Palace queen command the room, the street, and everyone’s attention in one glittering moment, you get it.
This year’s Pride Month lineup brings that energy into full color.
One of the month’s biggest highlights lands on Tuesday, June 9, when Latrice Royale comes to Palace for a special evening tied to the release of Stop! That! Train!, a new feature film connected to the RuPaul’s Drag Race universe. For fans of drag, pop culture, and campy cinematic chaos, this is one of those nights that feels tailor-made for Palace. Latrice has long been loved for her humor, warmth, presence, and unmistakable star power, making her appearance a major moment in an already packed June calendar.
But Palace Pride 2026 is not built around one night alone. The venue’s signature weekly programming will keep the celebration rolling with favorites like DollHouse Mondays, Spill the Tea Tuesdays, Wayback Wednesdays, Noche Latina Thursdays, Drag Madness Fridays, Drags Gone Wild Saturdays, and A Palace Affair Sundays. In other words, there is no “quiet night” at Palace this month. Every day has its own flavor, its own crowd, and its own reason to show up.
The June programming also reflects the deeper role Palace plays in Miami Beach’s LGBTQ+ community. Alongside the performances and parties, the month will include moments centered on community connection, LGBTQ+ artists and entrepreneurs, local organizations, chosen-family gatherings, Juneteenth celebrations honoring Black queer excellence, Stonewall remembrance, and collaborations with LGBTQ+ businesses.

That balance is part of what makes Palace special. Yes, it is glamorous. Yes, it is loud. Yes, brunch can absolutely turn into a full production. But underneath all the sparkle is something more meaningful: a space where people gather, celebrate, feel seen, and bring their full selves to the table.
Palace is also embracing Miami’s global audience this June with Pride Global Nights, a new initiative designed to welcome international visitors through queen-led programming, multilingual moments, and globally inspired entertainment. With Miami Beach already serving as a magnet for travelers from around the world, Palace is using Pride Month to turn that international energy into a celebration of culture, connection, and community.
And because it would not be Palace without something delicious in hand, guests can also expect expanded food and beverage offerings throughout the month. Think elevated cocktails, new menu items, brunch favorites, seasonal specials, and plenty of reasons to make a reservation that starts as “just one drink” and somehow becomes an entire afternoon.
This June, Palace Pride 2026 is bringing together everything the venue does best: the performances, the cocktails, the community, the camp, the glamour, and the open-arms welcome that has made Palace a Miami Beach landmark.
Whether you are a local, a tourist, a drag superfan, a brunch loyalist, or just someone looking for a Pride Month celebration with real heart, Palace is ready to give you a seat, a show, and probably a reason to stay longer than planned.
For reservations and the full Pride Month calendar, visit The Palace Bar & Restaurant or follow @palacesobe on Instagram.
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Lila Nikole and Platinum FUBU Bring the Amazonia Experience to Miami Swim Week
Miami Swim Week is about to get even more immersive. On Sunday, May 31 at 2:00 PM, designer Lila Nikole will present The Golden Standard: Amazonia Experience at Tequila Town in Miami, debuting a new collaboration with Platinum FUBU during one of fashion’s biggest weekends in South Florida.
May 15, 2026
Inspired by the richness and mystique of the Brazilian rainforest, the presentation moves beyond the traditional runway format and into a cinematic, multi sensory experience where fashion, storytelling, music, and visual artistry come together in one space.
Known for her bold and culture driven design aesthetic, Lila Nikole transforms the venue into what organizers describe as a living narrative filled with character led moments and immersive visual storytelling. The event will also introduce a limited edition Lila Nikole x Platinum FUBU collection, marking a new chapter for both brands.
“This collaboration is incredibly personal for me,” says Lila Nikole. “Growing up in Queens, FUBU was more than a brand, it was a cultural force that shaped my earliest connection to fashion and identity. To now partner with a label that played such a pivotal role in my journey feels truly full circle.”

The collection reimagines Platinum FUBU’s iconic legacy through Lila Nikole’s creative lens, blending the brand’s signature identity with a modern, luxury focused perspective.
The event also coincides with the continued expansion of Platinum FUBU, the designer driven evolution of the iconic label known for its premium materials and fashion forward silhouettes.
Adding to the atmosphere, Miami based cultural partner Miamibloco will feature Bateria Saideira, described as the largest Rio style samba percussion orchestra in the United States. Music throughout the experience will also include sounds by DJ Dinero and DJ Trauma.
Rather than separating guests from the presentation, the experience is intentionally designed to feel intimate and barrier free. Attendees will move throughout the space while engaging directly with the craftsmanship, textures, and details that define both Lila Nikole’s aesthetic and Platinum FUBU’s luxury direction.

Event Details
What: The Golden Standard: Amazonia Experience by Lila Nikole in collaboration with Platinum FUBU
When: Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Where: Tequila Town, 4710 NW 37th Ave, Miami, FL 33142
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