This month our very own Paula DaSilva, an eight year veteran of 3030 Ocean, will be competing to win the grand prize on the 5th season of the popular show Hells Kitchen. The show premieres at 9pm EST on Thursday, January 29th. No one is prouder of Chef Paula's abilities in the kitchen than her mentor, Chef Dean Max. All of us at 3030 Ocean are routing on Chef Paula for the win and encourage you to join in on the festivities!

Join us this next thursday night on January 15th for our first South Florida slow food dinner at 3030 Ocean. We will be showcasing some of our local seafood, meat, and produce purveyors in this five course dinner paired with wine. Learn about what's happening in our area, and find some contacts to source your own locally grown product. Click below for all the details.

On Wednesday January 14th at 6pm, Chef Max will host a cooking class at the new Boca Raton Publix located in the Polo Club Shoppes at 5050 Champion Blvd. Please refer to the website above for all the details on reservations, menu and cost of this event. I hope to see you there.

Come join chef Max and other area chefs at the 8th Annual Chocolate Decadence Event. Chocolate Decadence is a true culinary event that allows South Florida's finest restaurants, chocolatiers, manufacturers and caterers to share their renowned chocolate recipes with the event's attendees. Guests will have the opportunity to indulge on samples from more than 40 restaurants and spirits. Visit their website for more details.

Chef Max will hold his next cooking class on Sunday February 22nd, where he will feature a classic Bouillabaisse. This will be a true seafood treat for all those who love the flavors of the sea. Call Nicole at 954.765.3129 to make reservations.

In Heidelberg, Germany I encountered a cold that was strange to someone from South Florida. Fortunately, I found glühwein. It was a joy to walk into a warm bar and order this tasty mulled wine, bursting with spicy flavors. Here is one of my favorite versions. There are many variations to the recipe that you can do. Add your favorite spices and even make it sweeter if you prefer.

With beautiful swiss chard in all the markets, there is nothing better than a delicate ravioli with this leafy stuffing. They are easy to do and fun to make with the family. You can freeze them for a couple of days if you want to make them ahead of time. Click below for the recipe!

All of us at 3030 Ocean are proud to have been awarded the Best Seafood Restaurant in 2008 from Florida Trend Magazine. The magazine has been awarding the Golden Spoon awards for over 20 years and it is a great honor for 3030 Ocean to receive its latest award. It is wonderful to know that people appreciate all the hard work we put into the restaurant. Each day we are open, we enjoy striving to improve upon all that we do for all of our guests. Thanks Florida Trend!