Florida Living LIfe

Mother's Day, Mall Wars and Where Are We Eating This Weekend?

May 8, 2026·19 min
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Mother's Day, Mall Wars and Where Are We Eating This Weekend?Episode SummaryJulie and Jamie are back and this episode has it all. Mother's Day plans, a new restaurant on the radar, a debate about how well you really know your spouse, and a deep dive into the best malls in South Florida. Oh, and Jamie ate Burger King tots live before the episode even started. Florida Living Life is in full swing.The podcast is now charting number 24 in Food in the United States and number six in South Africa. They are on their way.🍽 Restaurant HighlightsBurger King Jamie kicked things off with the Imperial Cheddar Ranch tots from the Mandalorian and Grogu promotion. Verdict: really good.The Way Back – Florida A beloved mainstay bar that has been around for years. Julie had the fish sandwich and loved it. The mozzarella triangle sticks and smash burgers are standouts. Great people, great food.Joy Sushi – Dixie Highway, Florida One of Julie's favorites. Rice noodles with shrimp and beef, killer vegetable rolls, and a mix of Japanese and Vietnamese options. The owner also has a location in Fort Lauderdale. A solid go to for a relaxed dinner out.Vinny's Cafe – Florida Another visit, no line this time. The wraps are always a hit. Off season perks at one of South Florida's most beloved spots.Papa Chulos – Royal Palm Beach The Mother's Day destination is set. Rosie was not thrilled, but the decision has been made. Papa Chulos wins again.Mario the Baker – Royal Palm Beach On the shortlist for a Friday night dinner. Great pizza, great atmosphere, always a strong option.Outback Steakhouse – Royal Palm Beach Always in the rotation. The coconut shrimp, the steaks, the ribs, and the bread with butter. Everyone at the Outback knows Rosie and her ordering shenanigans. That says everything.Mr. B's Tavern – West Palm Beach A new spot on the radar owned by the same people behind The Kitchen in West Palm Beach. A bar and sports bar vibe with great starters and Buffalo wings. A Friday night visit may be coming soon.Seminole Casino Deli – Coconut Creek Julie won $313 on the slot machines last visit. The casino itself gets high marks. The deli, still a work in progress.Shake Shack and Pomodoro – Boca Town Center Mall Highlights from the Boca Mall food court. Pomodoro gets strong praise. The food court overall is a win.🛍 Mall ReportMillennium Mall in Orlando takes the top spot. Boca Town Center comes in at number two. Palm Beach Gardens Mall needs a serious refresh. Worth Avenue in Palm Beach is an experience all on its own, especially the Lilly Pulitzer store.📣 We Want to Hear From YouRate, review, and subscribe. If you are a restaurant in Florida and want Julie and Jamie to come review you live on the podcast, visit floridalivinglife.comWAYS TO WORK WITH USBrand sponsorships and content placementFeatured guest podcast interviewsScenes From the Table live recordingsFood and lifestyle brand featuresVirtual and on location options available📞 Call or Text: 973-281-6896 📧 julie@julieriga.com🍔 Restaurant Hashtags#BurgerKing #TheWayBack #JoySushi #VinnysCafe #PapaChulos #MarioTheBaker #OutbackSteakhouse #MrBsTavern #ShakeShack #Pomodoro #SeminoléCasino📌 Episode Hashtags#FloridaLivingLife #SouthFloridaEats #FloridaFood #FoodPodcast #PalmBeachCounty

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