For a seriously good cup of coffee, come to Coastars Coffee Bar. Located downtown, Coastars Coffee Bar starts each cup with Counterculture Coffee, a well known coffee roaster in North Carolina known for its consistency, and Madcap Coffee, known for its variety. Then each cup is brewed individually using the “drip pour” method, making your order totally yours. Whether you get an espresso, cappuccino, latte or one of the specialty drinks (try the White Velvet with pieces of white chocolate melted into your latte), you’ll love the freshness, quality and taste. Coastars believes in giving its customers great service and quality, and it shows in every cup.

Coastars Coffee Bar
12 South J Street
Lake Worth, FL 33460
(561) 533-0353
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Guarapo's Cuban Cuisine has been enlivening Boynton Beach for years now with its authentic plates. Inside recalls a classic family eatery with warm wood booths and nature inspired murals on the wall. The menu falls in line with this earthy theme. At Guarapo's you will find only the best ingredients. Meat lovers can rejoice in a number of preparations, including Lechon Asado, also known as slow roasted suckling pig. Other items include Churrascos steak, fried red snapper, and Arroz con Pollo. Smaller plates are available as well and the sampler plate features many of Guarapo’s special dishes.  All entrees are accompanied by sweet plantains, beans, and rice. For a unique and tasty drink try the sugar cane juice, a unique specialty drink offered by Guarapo’s. With prices this low you'd be crazy to pass up this authentic Cuban goodness. 

Guarapo's Cuban Cuisine
1795 N Congress Avenue
Boynton Beach, FL 33426
(561) 752-0272
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Pasta is a comfort food that’s perfect for just about any occasion, but it is often packed full of calories and carbohydrates. If you’re on a diet but still crave spaghetti, lasagna, rice noodles or any number of other delicious pastas, you might just love these quick and easy pasta recipes:

Mediterranean Pork Penne
This is certainly not your mama’s pasta dish, but it’s a welcome, unique addition to your usual pasta recipes. Using whole-wheat penne makes it a bit healthier, while stir-fry pork strips add a ton of beneficial protein to this complex and well-seasoned dish.

Bowtie Pasta With Chicken, Broccoli and Feta
Even children will love this simple, cheesy pasta dinner, and it’s a great way to get picky eaters to get a full serving of vegetables. Grilled chicken is a lean source of protein, and a full serving will leaving you feeling full without ruining your healthy diet.

Pasta Primavera
This Italian cuisine classic is jam packed with a variety of nutritious vegetables, and it takes just 20 minutes to prepare. Whole-wheat spaghetti and low-sodium tomatoes make this recipe an even healthier take on the beloved original. At just over 300 calories, this is a pasta dish that won’t make you feel guilty about indulging.

For more healthy, nutritious pasta recipes, visit the NIH website here.

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