Shelley and Craig Menin. Photo provided by Tracey Benson Photography
The outdoor venue’s first gala in 10 years was a star-gazing success as nearly 200 guests strolled the exquisite grounds amid live music and taiko drumming. The al fresco evening co
Wendy Lo (r), curator of education for the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, walks with Pat Liehr, associate dean for nursing research and scholarship at FAU. They say the Stroll for Well-Being has medical benefits in easing trauma. Tim Stepien/T
The Plate: Crispy Chicken
The Place: Cornell Café, Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach; 495-0233 or www.morikami.org.
The Price: $8.95
The Skinny: I really cannot say enough about how much we enjoyed our lunch
Informal Japanese gardens from the 9th to 12th centuries featured lakes and islands
and were intended to be viewed from a boat. At the Morikami, lush trees and shrubs
have been selectively pruned to create the impression you’ve been transplanted to a
There will be performances by taiko drummers throughout the day at Oshogatsu. Photo provided
By Shelley Gilken
Among the Japanese traditions to commemorate the New Year: taiko drummers. A game similar to badminton. An elaborate lion dancer called
Academic, business and cultural leaders came together for the 11th-annual summit, presented by the Florida Delegation, Southeast U.S. / Japan Association. There were more than 150 in attendance, along with special guest speakers, and the day featured
A Parma Tasting Platter from Tanzy at Mizner Park in Boca Raton. Photo provided
By Jan Norris
A Parma Bar with a list of specialty cured meats, duck breast with candied figs, and herbed meatballs with a pomodoro sauce made with herbs fr
