The Current | Vol. 31 Issue 26

March 16, 2021 | nsucurrent.nova.edu 5 Features Gill Out: Tap 42 in Aventura Spring Cleaning: It’s time to declutter By: Aliyah Gomez Contributing Writer As much as I hate to admit it, sometimes, I find that I am emotionally attached to things -- and yes, that includes my clothes. This attachment becomes very relevant whenever spring comes around. Each year Imake the life- altering decision to declutter my closet -- and no, this is not an exaggeration. Since the pandemic began to impact our lives over a year ago, I found a new love for online shopping, which has only added to the disorganization in my closet. Let’s be honest: we all have that one pair of jeans that have not fit for a while, but we haven’t had the heart to toss them just yet. Spring cleaning allows us to take the initiative we need to get rid of all the clothes that don’t fit or haven’t been worn and start fresh. Start with what you know you won’t wear Decluttering your closet could be getting rid of anything you haven’t worn in six or more months, your favorite outfit from years ago that is now in the back of your closet abandoned, any worn out shoes, t-shirts or jeans and those special occasion outfits you know you are never going to wear again. If any of this seems hard for you to do, just tell yourself that freeing up space only means you get to buy new stuff. Toss clothes that are too worn The six month rule can be tough, especially if you haven’t had the opportunity to wear that outfit you were so excited about. However, if it’s been months, be honest with yourself. You probably aren’t going towear it. Faded andworn-out clothes and shoes are the easiest to get rid of. Stop telling yourself that your holey t-shirt is part of your “wear only at home collection” or that you can wear it in exchange for actual pajamas. Consider donating it, and if it’s too worn, try upcycling it into something new. Try not keep old, unused items just because of their sentimental value Here is your sign to get rid of those worn-out, colorless Vans you’ve had since freshman year of high school. If you don’t wear those shoes at least once every two weeks, maybe it’s because you don’t need them. I had a pair of Vans that I got in the eighth grade and I convinced myself for years that I couldn’t throw them away because I could remember all the times I had worn them. It didn’t matter that the black roses were faded or that they had a hole in the heel. However, eventually, I threw them away, and you can too. Let spring 2021 be a sort of rejuvenation for you, a way for you to purge yourself of all the bad energy surrounding the past few months in this sort of apocalypse we have been living. Let spring cleaning cleanse you. As the saying goes, “Out with the old and in with the new.” NSU is a unique and lively campus, but that doesn’t mean that Sharks can’t band together and take an afternoon to explore the South Florida area — even if that just means finding a quaint place to study. I have always been one to enjoy reading Gill Out articles from The Current. I search through every issue to find which photos look the most appetizing to try out for myself. This week, I thought, “Why not add a personal review for all of the foodies out there?” This week, I went to a tasty restaurant located in Aventura. Although this isn’t very close to campus, there are other Tap 42 locations in Fort Lauderdale, Miami and soon, there will be a location opening in Davie Tower Shops. One of my family members works at Tap 42, so I thought, “Why not give this restaurant a try?” This restaurant was quite crowded for a Thursday night when I went. There were several families, but mostly adults. I was given a 30-minute wait-time estimate and my phone number was taken down to receive a text when my table was ready. After about 15 minutes, I received a text saying that my table was ready. Before getting to my table, I was asked to scan a barcode for the menu since Tap 42 removed their physical ones due to COVID-19. I followed the host to a table outside that was socially distanced. One thing I can say about Tap 42 is that the tables have significant space between them and the booths are very personal. I didn’t feel uncomfortable dining out like I usually would. Instead, I enjoyed my time out and especially loved my waiter, Chris. Chris was very attentive and funny. He made my first time at Tap 42 feel as though I’d been there several times before. He made jokes and was completely aware of the COVID-19 guidelines. Not once did he make me feel uneasy. When it was time to order, I did not know what to choose, judging from all of the delicious options. I asked Chris how both the calamari and chicken and waffles were, and he mentioned that those dishes are staples for many customers. I quickly placed my order and could not wait to dig in. I got both my appetizer and main course quickly. All the food was hot, which I really appreciated since the restaurant was still crowded. Throughout our visit, Chris was fully engaged with us. I left with Chris saying a confident, “I’ll see you next time” -- as I will definitely return. I give Tap 42 in Aventura five out of five stars and I can’t wait to try out the new location when it arrives in Davie. Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar - Aventura 19565 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL 33180 $$ By: Ana Maria Soto Contributing Writer PRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF S. GALLUS Tap 42 Aventura, printed with permission from A. Gomez