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MATCHBOX AND BIG BUNS NEW RIVER CAFÉ & BAKERY
Facing the water on the This new artisan Grab-n’ Go
New River on the ground is the brainchild of the
level of Society Las Olas, Riverside Hotel’s amazing
Thompson Hospitality Pastry Chef Sabrina. Born
opened Matchbox in April out of creativeness during
next to their sister restaurant, the shutdown, Chef Sabrina
Big Buns, Damn Good took to Insta with delights
Burgers, which opened in to go. She created such a
March. Bringing their vision following that "Voila!" - a
to downtown Fort Lauderdale, their concept is simple, “Food new café was born. The
should be fun and inclusive” – “creating friendly, high energy fare will include fresh-baked
gathering places with delicious food and drinks that bring bread, pastries, desserts,
people together”. In June they officially celebrated their and signature items. I am
openings with a festivity-filled weekend and had revenues dying to try the cinnamon bun, which she described as the
benefitting local charities. Check out websites for special perfect ‘blend of softness and gooeyness’. Looking at
offerings. 221 SW 1st Avenue. www.matchboxrestaurants.com the videos of her ‘breaking apart the buns,’ I can virtually
and www.eatbigbuns.com taste the perfection she achieved. Opening in September,
however you can now enjoy a “Sneak Peek” lunch box which
GELATO & CO. includes a Stuffed Focaccia you pick (Cuban style, Pastrami &
What could be sweeter Swiss or Margherita), 8oz Natalie’s OJ and a New River
than being served Gelato Cinnamon Bun. Surprise a friend and grab lunch and enjoy
by charming Italians? the Riverwalk, or aboard the Water Taxi. Future plans include
Gelato & Co. delivers the addition of private curated cooking classes. Sabrina
taste to Las Olas with 24 has ‘creative ideas up her sleeve to entertain small groups
delectable flavors - and create out of the box experiences. 420 E. 6th Avenue.
Pistachio OMG! It was Facebook NewRiverCafeBakery or follow Sabrina Instagram
creamy and smooth with #FLPASTRYLIFE.
just the right amount of CREMA GOURMET EXPRESSO BAR
sweetness. My girlfriend Opening soon in the old
savored her ‘Kroc Choc’ Offerdahl’s location downtown.
(roasted almond, Crema promises to deliver a “cozy
hazelnut, hazelnut praline and friendly ambiance.” Trend
& chocolate chips). This up your morning coffee, lunch,
authentic Gelato is made or dinner at this Dade transplant
with real ingredients and is hand sourced by local (voted in the top 11 Ocean Drive
farmers, keeping it farm to table. What started as a family Magazine in 2021). Their website touts they are a “local
business in Italy in 2012 with renowned Bolognese favorite” and the “IT” place for brunch. Offerings include –
entrepreneur, Gianluca Vitali together with master gelato breakfast all day, sandwiches, salads, pasta, and smoothies.
maker, Stefano Franceshchi, expanded with friends to the Fancy a “Greek Stallion”? Me too! Enjoy this healthy smoothie
USA. Naples, FL was such a success that they expanded to made from kale, spinach, dates, chia seeds, almond milk,
the one and only Las Olas! One more interesting tidbit, Italian banana, cashews, cinnamon, and mountain honey. Yum!
football legends Gianfranco Zola and Roberto Di Matteo 401 E. Las Olas Blvd. www.cremagourmet.com
(former Chelsea Football Club) joined the company to help
with the US expansion. 1201 E. Las Olas Blvd. Have a New & Trending item to submit for next issue? Let us know
www.florida.gelatoeco.com via email to Caroline Carrara, Editor, new&trending@lasolasmag.com.

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