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Smorgasburg is moving to Fort Lauderdale after its Wynwood location had to close. <\/p>\n
Here\u2019s the deal: Wynwood gets a new luxury real estate development. In exchange, Fort Lauderdale gets a popular open-air food market.<\/p>\n
Yes, Smorgasburg, the \u201cDisneyland of Food,\u201d<\/a> is coming to Fort Lauderdale. After nearly four years in Wynwood, the weekly outdoor food market announced this month it will move to 536 NE Second Street in Flagler Village, an up-and-coming downtown neighborhood. The weekend market will start April 11 and 12.<\/p>\n \u201cThere\u2019s so much variety, so much energy, so much smoke, smells, noise and activity. It\u2019s like sensory overload in the best possible way,\u201d said Gaston Becherano Cohen, Smorgasburg owner and CEO. \u201cThat same experience is going to be in Fort Lauderdale as it was in Wynwood. The difference is that we\u2019ve learned all the lessons of operating a lovely outdoor food market in South Florida for three and a half years.\u201d<\/p>\n That includes improved landscaping, shade from the sun and new programming alongside dozens of innovative local food and retail vendors, Becherano said. Visitors will get to explore diverse foods and desserts, like Korean skewers, Chinese tanghulu, Lebanese shawarma and Colombian empanadas.<\/p>\n \u201cWalk around and try something you\u2019ve never had before,\u201d Becherano said. \u201cBe explorative and adventurous.\u201d<\/p>\n Originally from Brooklyn, Smorgasburg\u2019s food bazaar pop-up opened in an empty Wynwood lot in March 2022.<\/a> (There are also Smorgasburg markets in Manhattan, Jersey City, Los Angeles and Atlanta.) Since the location on Second Avenue near Wynwood Walls was prime real estate, Becherano said the market was only supposed to be there for two years. But permitting takes forever in Miami, so Smorgasburg stayed put for a bit longer.<\/p>\n Finally, the market got the call from its landlord confirming that a development was incoming, and Smorgasburg announced its closure last November.<\/a> A tale as old as time in Miami, the empty lot will turn into luxury condos.<\/a><\/p>\n While he is very grateful for Smorgasburg\u2019s time in Wynwood, Becherano said the neighborhood \u201cmorphed into a place that wasn\u2019t necessarily the most friendly to locals.\u201d Though Fort Lauderdale is in the midst of a serious real estate boom, the Flagler Village area is less chaotic in comparison to Wynwood, he said.<\/p>\n While South Florida locals debate whether Fort Lauderdale is truly stealing Miami\u2019s thunder, Smorgasburg\u2019s move from the 305 to the 954 is indicative of Fort Lauderdale\u2019s growing food scene and appeal to young people. Data from the Fort Lauderdale Downtown Development Authority shows the area has seen a significant population boost in young professionals and young families.<\/a> Nearby developments like Thrive Art District<\/a> and FAT Village aim to cater to the city\u2019s changing demographics.<\/p>\n Becherano had his eyes on Fort Lauderdale as Smorgasburg\u2019s next home for a while.<\/p>\n \u201cFTL has felt like the forgotten sibling compared to Miami,\u201d Becherano said. \u201cYou could ask about West Palm Beach or Delray or Boca, but FTL has a really awesome food scene. There\u2019s a lot of cool stuff happening there.\u201d<\/p>\n When moving to a new city, Smorgasburg looks for food scenes where chefs are doing exciting things, like pop-ups and experimentation, he said. The market acts like an \u201cincubator\u201d for vendors to test new ideas.<\/p>\n One example out of the Wynwood market is The Lazy Oyster, which now has an outpost at Gramps Getaway and is returning to the Fort Lauderdale market. Appearing at the Fort Lauderdale market for the first time is Sessions Specialty Coffee, which makes \u201cf***ing amazing coffee\u201d along with seasonal creams and foams based on Miami fruits, Becherano said.<\/p>\n Though the food is center stage at Smorgasburg, non-food retail vendors will also appear at the Fort Lauderdale location. One newcomer is Steamy Lit, a romance bookstore<\/a> with locations at Thrive Art District and Miami Springs.<\/p>\n Owner Melissa Saavedra said the store\u2019s market booth will offer \u201cblind dates\u201d with a book, where customers can pick a mysterious wrapped book, and its \u201cDebi Leer Mas Libros\u201d merchandise. Appearing at Smorgasburg is an opportunity to spread awareness about the store\u2019s South Florida locations and connect with the community, she said.<\/p>\n \u201cThe Fort Lauderdale area really craves community and outdoor things,\u201d she said. \u201cI think it speaks to where Fort Lauderdale could be heading, if it\u2019s not already there.\u201d<\/p>\n New and returning Smorgasburg vendorsFood vendors:Arepa Xpress (returning) \u2014 Venezuelan and Colombian-style arepas with a variety of savory fillingsAtipic Mix (returning) \u2014 Colombian-inspired empanadas with creative, unexpected fillingsBirreria Tijuana (returning) \u2014 Tijuana-style birria tacos and crispy quesabirria served with rich consomm\u00e9Blazed BBQ (returning) \u2014 Texas-style barbecue with Miami influence, featuring slow-smoked meatsBoca Burger (returning) \u2014 smashburgers with crispy edges, melty cheese and classic toppingsCoco House (returning) \u2014 fresh coconut shakes, desserts and tropical treats made with real South Florida coconutsDisco Donkey (new) \u2014 Thai-American fusion burgers and street-style bitesEl Nopalito Vegan Taqueria (new) \u2014 plant-based Mexican fare featuring housemade tortillas, seitan and salsasGangnam Sticks (new) \u2014 Korean street food skewers and snacksGran Shawarma (new) \u2014 Lebanese street food centered around classic shawarmaIf And When Eats (returning) \u2014 Caribbean-inspired comfort food including jerk meats, rice bowls and tostone cupsIsla 2 Isla (new) \u2014 Cuban, Panamanian and Filipino fusion, from loaded tostones to island-style sandwichesKabuki Soba (returning) \u2014 yakitori skewers and wok-fired yakisoba noodles rooted in Japanese street food traditionsKorean Kitchen (returning) \u2014 bulgogi bowls and rolls with marinated meats, noodles and housemade saucesKorn Korner (returning) \u2014 playful, corn-forward dishes from elote to loaded street-style creationsLa Llorona (returning) \u2014 family-driven Mexican concept serving tacos, tamales, chilaquiles and moreLa Pica\u00f1a Grill (returning) \u2014 charcoal-grilled Venezuelan specialties centered around juicy pica\u00f1aLechona Truck (returning) \u2014 traditional Colombian slow-roasted pork with crispy skinLe Petit Tunis (new) \u2014 Mediterranean-Tunisian street food inspired by family recipes and North African spicesLuji\u2019s Sabor Argentino (new) \u2014 handcrafted Argentine empanadas made with traditional recipesMr. Mango (returning) \u2014 fresh-cut tropical fruit, mangonadas and sweet-spicy snacksRiddom & Bao (new) \u2014 Jamaican-Asian fusion with bold, globally inspired flavorsTasty T\u2019s (returning) \u2014 Bahamian and Caribbean comfort food with bold, island-driven flavorsTeppanyaki Pro (returning) \u2014 Japanese teppanyaki-style street food with made-to-order grilled proteins and rice platesThe Lazy Oyster (returning) \u2014 traveling raw bar serving freshly shucked oysters and lobster rollsTropiRollz (new) \u2014 Caribbean fusion sushi rolls and \u201cTropsubi\u201d sandwichesDrinks and dessert vendors:Acai Way (returning) \u2014 a\u00e7a\u00ed bowls topped with fruits, chocolate and crunchy add-onsCool & Creamy (returning) \u2014 soft serve, sundaes and milkshakes made with high-quality dairyCool Pineapple Miami (returning) \u2014 pineapple-based treats, smoothies and tropical fruit snacksMonster Cookies (new) \u2014 oversized, gooey cookies packed with rich flavorsPrimoo Boba Drink (returning) \u2014 fruit teas and milk teas with classic boba toppingsPuro Chocolate (returning) \u2014 chocolate-forward desserts and indulgent sweet treatsSanto Dulce (returning) \u2014 churro-based desserts reimagined with inventive flavors and formatsSeoul Hotteok (new) \u2014 traditional Korean sweet pancakes with warm fillingsSessions Specialty Coffee (new) \u2014 specialty coffee program featuring carefully sourced and roasted beansSugar Cane King (returning) \u2014 fresh-pressed sugarcane juice blended with natural fruit flavorsTANGTANG (new) \u2014 tanghulu, candied fruit skewers with a crisp sugar shellRetail vendors:Alchemy Clayworks (new) \u2014 handmade ceramic pieces including mugs, planters and home goodsButina Design (returning) \u2014 handcrafted jewelry and accessories with a modern edgeCosmic Coven (new) \u2014 hand carved stones and craft fine sterling jewelryGolden Era Kits (returning) \u2014 rare and nostalgic vintage soccer jerseysGrampas Closet (returning) \u2014 curated vintage apparel, accessories and collectiblesSteamy Lit (new) \u2014 curated selection of romance novelsThe Poole (new) \u2014 sustainable clothing brand featuring one-of-a-kind pieces and graphic teesIf you go<\/p>\n What: Smorgasburg Fort Lauderdale Grand Opening<\/p>\n When: noon to 8 p.m. April 11 and 12<\/p>\n Where: 536 NE Second St., Fort Lauderdale<\/p>\n Info: Occurs weekly. Free entry. https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/smorgasburgmiami\/?hl=en<\/a><\/p>\n Blazed BBQ is one of dozens of vendors at Smorgasburg\u2019s new weekly food market in Fort Lauderdale, opening April 11. Courtesy of Smorgasburg <\/p>\n
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Smorgasburg in Wynwood closed after four years in November. <\/p>\n![\"Books](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/MIA_6DAV_STEAMY_LIT.JPG\" "\\"MIA_6DAV_STEAMY_LIT.JPG\\"")
Steamy Lit is Florida’s first brick-and-mortar romance book store. They are one of the vendors at Fort Lauderdale\u2019s Smorgasburg. D.A. Varela dvarela@miamiherald.com <\/p>\n