Whether you're looking for a gastropub-type atmosphere for after-work drinks and nibbles, or you're seeking a romantic date night destination, locals will likely point you in the direction of Sweetwater. In other words, this Boynton Beach restaurant is versatile and popular for many occasions. Regular diners say the hand-pulled mozzarella with heirloom tomatoes and olive tapenade is a must-try dish, and popular entrees include the skillet seared lamp chops and the kobe beef hot dogs topped with pineapple chutney.

The food at Sweetwater is good, but you should know that Sweetwater is best known for its extensive list of hand-crafted cocktails, which are expertly prepared by the bartenders. The drink list includes plenty of classics, but the real buzz centers on the bar's house originals, so look for something that sounds intriguing and take the plunge!

Sweetwater
1507 South Federal Highway
Boynton Beach, FL 33435
(561) 509-9277
www.facebook.com/sw1933
www.yelp.com/biz/sweetwater-boynton-beach

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Your secret recipe for lasagna might be a smash hit within your family, but its cheesy, greasy droppings have left their mark on your oven. You don't have to reach for a chemical cleaner, however. Instead, rely on a little bit of elbow grease and these three steps:

1) Gather your supplies.
Here's what you'll need to tackle your oven's caked-on grease and grime: liquid dish soap, white vinegar, water, and baking soda. (You can add a few drops of scented essential oil to the mix, if desired.) Combine the ingredients to form a paste (recipe here).

2) Spread and sit.
Put on a pair of rubber gloves, and spread the paste all over the interior of your oven, avoiding the heating elements. For maximum effectiveness, allow the paste to sit at least eight hours—or longer, if possible.

3) Rinse and shine.
Using a damp cloth, wipe the paste from the oven. This will likely require several wipe-downs, so be sure to rinse the towel frequently throughout the process. Should grease remain in any particular area, reapply the paste mixture to the spot, allow it to sit an additional 30 minutes, then rinse. Repeat as needed.

How to Clean an Oven With Baking Soda and Vinegar [The Kitchn]
How to Clean an Oven Naturally [MNN]
Make Your Own Inexpensive Natural Oven Cleaner [YumUniverse]

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Step into the quiet villa, and as you take in the serene, manicured gardens, discover a variety of authentic Japanese cultural experiences at the Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens. Since its opening in 1977, the museum has been a center for Japanese arts and culture in South Florida.

Morikami “strives to spread appreciation for the living culture of Japan,” according to the museum’s website, through rotating exhibitions, educational outreach programs, and traditional festivals several times a year. Participate in a traditional tea ceremony in the tea house, or browse the three exhibits full of Japanese cultural artifacts. Explore the expansive botanic gardens and world-class bonsai collection that sits upon the 16 acres surrounding the museum buildings. Or take a stroll along one of the nature trails on the 200-acre property.

The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. Admission is $15 for adults, $9 for children, and free for children under 6.

Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
4000 Morikami Park Road
Delray Beach, FL 33446
561-495-0233
www.morikami.org
www.yelp.com/biz/morikami-museum-and-japanese-gardens-delray-beach

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