Stacy Ritter, President & CEO of Visit Lauderdale

We sit down with Stacy Ritter, President & CEO of Visit Lauderdale, to talk about the mission behind Dine Out Lauderdale and why supporting local restaurants matters more than ever. Stacy shares how the annual dining event helps Broward County restaurants navigate the slower summer months while giving locals the chance to experience incredible prix fixe menus at some of the area's best restaurants. We also dive into Fort Lauderdale's growing culinary scene, what makes the destination so unique, and how tourism helps keep thousands of local residents employed. If you're looking for a great meal, a great deal, and a deeper appreciation for South Florida's vibrant food culture, this is an episode you won't want to miss.



About Dine Out Lauderdale

Dine Out Lauderdale is Visit Lauderdale's annual restaurant celebration, where locals and visitors can experience some of Greater Fort Lauderdale's best restaurants through specially priced prix fixe menus. Running throughout August and September, it's the perfect opportunity to discover a new favorite spot or finally try that restaurant you've been meaning to visit—all at a great value. From neighborhood gems to award-winning chefs, Dine Out Lauderdale showcases the incredible variety of Broward's dining scene. VisitLauderdale.com/DineOut

Stacy Ritter, President &amp; CEO of Visit Lauderdale
We sit down with&nbsp;Stacy Ritter, President &amp; CEO of Visit Lauderdale, to talk about the mission behind Dine Out Lauderdale and why supporting local restaurants matters more than ever. Stacy shares how the annual dining event helps Broward County restaurants navigate the slower summer months while giving locals the chance to experience incredible prix fixe menus at some of the area's best restaurants. We also dive into Fort Lauderdale's growing culinary scene, what makes the destination so unique, and how tourism helps keep thousands of local residents employed. If you're looking for a great meal, a great deal, and a deeper appreciation for South Florida's vibrant food culture, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 
About Dine Out Lauderdale
Dine Out Lauderdale is Visit Lauderdale's annual restaurant celebration, where locals and visitors can experience some of Greater Fort Lauderdale's best restaurants through specially priced prix fixe menus. Running throughout August and September, it's the perfect opportunity to discover a new favorite spot or finally try that restaurant you've been meaning to visit&mdash;all at a great value. From neighborhood gems to award-winning chefs, Dine Out Lauderdale showcases the incredible variety of Broward's dining scene. <a href="https://www.visitlauderdale.com/dineout/">VisitLauderdale.com/DineOut</a>

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This is a show about the people, passions, and moments shaping culture, leadership, and influence.

Each episode dives beneath the surface with athletes, entertainers, business leaders, and cultural figures to talk ambition, discipline, success, failure, reinvention, and the paths that get people where they are. Some conversations start around major moments or careers, others wander into unexpected territory, but all of them are candid, wide-ranging, and driven by curiosity. 

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Welcome to Hidden Florida and Beyond.
This is a show about the people, passions, and moments shaping culture, leadership, and influence.
Each episode dives beneath the surface with athletes, entertainers, business leaders, and cultural figures to talk ambition, discipline, success, failure, reinvention, and the paths that get people where they are. Some conversations start around major moments or careers, others wander into unexpected territory, but all of them are candid, wide-ranging, and driven by curiosity. 
Big guests. Real access. No small talk.
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Hidden Florida and Beyond

BONUS CLIP: Talking Dine Out Lauderdale with Stacy Ritter

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