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Lois K Solomon

Lois Solomon has been a reporter for the South Florida Sun Sentinel for over 20 years. She writes the “Essential South Florida” weekly newsletter and answers questions about South Florida life in her “Ask Lois” column. She is the winner of several awards, most recently a first-place prize in the 2024 Society for Features Journalism contest for her "Ask Lois" column.

I can’t hear you: Are restaurants getting louder?

August 14, 2025 at 2:36 p.m.

It's a restaurant owner's dream: a lively ambience with delicious food, crowded tables, vibrant music and buzzy energy. But is it a diner's nightmare?

Those traveling to Israel have less than a year remaining to get a direct flight on EL AL out of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, as the airline is phasing out its service to Tel Aviv by next April. The airline is expected to continue nonstop flights out of Miami International Airport. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel file)

After the Iran war, is it safe to go to Israel? Here’s what to know

July 7, 2025 at 1:04 p.m.

Here are tips on how to have a safe visit.

Big Dinner Party with a Small Crowd of Multiethnic Diverse Friends Celebrating at a Restaurant. Beautiful Happy Hosts Propose a Toast and Raise Wine Glasses while Sitting at a Table in the Evening.

Split the tab or separate checks? Here’s how to dine with a big group

June 28, 2025 at 6:21 a.m.

How to fairly divide a restaurant tab when there's a large party is a source of debate among diners. Here are some ideas for avoiding fights and making it easier...

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