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Yahoo
19 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Watch Out For One Menu Red Flag When Dining At A BBQ Joint
Judging a restaurant's menu to see what it says about its overall quality can be difficult, but it isn't entirely impossible. At steakhouses, a lack of sources for the beef on their menus can be a red flag, but at BBQ restaurants, overselling the cut of meat is similarly alarming, albeit for different reasons. We discussed this phenomenon with Brandon Hurtado, the BBQ chef and author of "Barbacoa: The Heart of Tex-Mex Barbecue," who said that one term in particular is almost always a red flag. "I feel like seeing Wagyu on a barbecue menu can oftentimes be overhyped," Hurtado explained. "It seems like places that use Wagyu beef in barbecue are typically overpriced, and aren't using actual Wagyu." Wagyu beef is a high-quality type of beef that comes from four breeds of Japanese cattle, so authentic servings of it can be hard to get your hands on and come at a high price. Furthermore, since some restaurants and butcher shops are prone to selling fake versions of the beef, Wagyu dishes at BBQ restaurants are simply not worth their cost. Hurtado does note that some BBQ joints have true Wagyu beef, saying, "Cattleack Barbecue in Dallas [is] one of the few who truly do an incredible job with wagyu beef from Heartbrand." Read more: 11 Best Smokers For Brisket, According To Reviews Beyond just Wagyu being overpriced and potentially illegitimate, Hurtado also notes that BBQ is at its best when it's using less appreciated cuts of meat. "Barbecue originated from folks making some of the toughest, unwanted cuts of meat into something special," he explained. The perfect example of this is the brisket, which is naturally very tough (and is a cut of beef that shouldn't be grilled) but thrives when it's made with all the spices, rubs, and sauces that the best BBQ restaurants use. Nevertheless, even if you do see Wagyu on a BBQ joint's menu, we don't recommend you walk out of the restaurant outright; instead, give other, potentially more unconventional dishes a try and find something you enjoy. For Hurtado, this means trying as much of the menu as possible to see what the restaurant can do. "Barbecue in general is relatively easy to mess up," the chef admitted, "there are so many variables when cooking, so I say try everything you can when sampling a new restaurant." He also noted, above all else, that if a BBQ restaurant makes its own sausage, go out of your way to give it a shot. "I believe house-made sausages are the ultimate canvas for creativity in barbecue," Hurtado concluded. For more food and drink goodness, join The Takeout's newsletter. Get taste tests, food & drink news, deals from your favorite chains, recipes, cooking tips, and more! Read the original article on The Takeout.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
It's time for seaside fashion and city strolls. Here are the hottest drops and events this summer
The Hammer Museum presents the first United States institutional survey of figurative painter Noah Davis, highlighting his perceptive blend of realism and dreamlike imagery. The chronological exhibition features over 50 pieces spanning painting, sculpture and works on paper that explore themes of identity, family, architecture and media-driven racism. The retrospective also honors his enduring legacy with the Underground Museum, which he co-founded with his wife and fellow artist Karon Davis, reflecting his commitment to community engagement and accessible art. June 8–Aug. 31. 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. L.A.-based lifestyle brand Simon Miller's first ever retail store brings a splash of chartreuse and sculptural flair to the Arts District. Designed and curated by creative director Chelsea Hansford, the store channels a tropical, pop-deco aesthetic, with bold, abstract body sculptures created by artist Leonard Urso. As silver sandals and fish-shaped purses sit next to surrealist ceramics by Peter Keil, Simon Miller blurs the line between retail space and gallery. 821 Traction Ave., Los Angeles. Summer romance gets a chic upgrade in Prada's newest collection, where handwoven raffia accessories meet a sunny summer palette. The crocheted bags channel retro beachwear while maintaining a modern structure, ideal for seaside adventures and city strolls. Whether you choose the mini bucket bag or the Aimée bag, each piece blends charming crochet with polished leather and enameled metal accents — because just like any great summer fling, opposites attract. The Orange County Museum of Art presents its 2025 California Biennial: 'Desperate, Scared, But Social,' featuring 12 artists exploring the rich, precocious and often awkward stage of late adolescence through multimedia exhibitions. Huntington Beach-based photographer Deanna Templeton pairs scans of her own teenage diary entries with portraits of young women she's met over the years. Riot Grrrl band Emily's Sassy Lime will have an installation of archival music videos, photographs, zines and more from the 1990s; recent teenage punk band the Linda Lindas, who draw inspiration from Emily's Sassy Lime, will also present their music videos, drawings and props. June 21–Oct. 12. 3333 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa. Hauser & Wirth presents two exciting exhibitions this month at the downtown space. Luchita Hurtado: 'Yo Soy,' celebrates the Venezuelan-born, Los Angeles-based artist's vibrant and abstract self portraits. Hurtado primarily worked on the exhibition's featured pieces while living in Santa Monica in the 1970s, embroiled in the beginnings of the L.A. women's movement that shaped her artistic identity. Using oil paints to create bright, sweeping strokes and cutting canvases apart to sew them together in new ways, Hurtado questioned the abstraction of the phrase 'I am.' Additionally, look for James Jarvaise and Henry Taylor's 'Sometimes a straight line has to be crooked,' which positions Taylor's paintings in dialogue with Jarvaise, his teacher. The installation features over seven decades of work by the two artists, highlighting their parallel energies and color usage. June 29–Oct. 5. 901 E. 3rd St., Los Angeles. Artist Peter Sutherland has described his work as 'a chaotic celebration of life.' Indeed, his solo show 'Cloud Painting' captures the deep beauty in fleeting moments of friction and spontaneity at Dries Van Noten's the Little House gallery. The exhibition features a new body of work Sutherland created from 2024 to 2025, including large-scale abstract paintings, collage that weaves together drawings, photographs, stickers and found images, and sculpture. On view through June 17. 451 N La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles. In honor of the iconic Intrecciato weave's 50th anniversary, luxury fashion house Bottega Veneta is spotlighting its leather woven bags. The brand has a number of effortless summer staples, whether you're heading to a gallery opening or going on a coastal getaway. Look for the Andiamo — which translates to 'Let's go!' in Italian — a slouchy leather bag with a metallic knot perfect for day-to-evening adventures, or the Cabat, a handwoven, rectangular tote that can fit more than just the essentials. Wellness agency Dive in Well and the Line Hotel L.A. are collaborating for a Day of Wellness, a restorative, community-centered retreat featuring restorative yoga, workshops and nourishment. Led by Dive in Well founder Maryam Ajayi and featuring a roster of community leaders and sustainable brands, the day invites Angelenos to connect and heal. Partial proceeds will go to Altadena Girls and Altadena Boys, with complimentary tickets for those affected by the wildfires. June 8. 3515 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. Inspired by the idyllic Highgrove Gardens in southwest England, Burberry has teamed up with illustrator Helen Bullock on a vibrant capsule collection. The line brings to life the garden's delicate wildflowers and rippling fountains in playful, painterly prints, featuring blossoming orange poppies and deep purple lily pads. And when the Los Angeles heat sets in this summer, picture yourself wandering through the English countryside instead. Gucci debuts its newly renovated boutique at Beverly Center, blending Milanese elegance with L.A. cool. Inspired by flagship designs in SoHo and Milan's Monte Napoleone, the refreshed space pairs plush maroon seating with brushed steel accents, framing an expanded offering of the house's latest collections. Customers can shop Gucci Valigeria travel pieces and handbags such as the Gucci Softbit and GG Marmont. 8500 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles. Award-winning composer and jazz saxophonist Kamasi Washington will lead the first public programming at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's new David Geffen Galleries. The sonic experience, titled 'Harmonies of Difference,' will feature Washington conducting over 100 musicians across the 110,000 square feet of gallery space, turning the building into an acoustic instrument. Immerse yourself in the galleries for this once-in-a-lifetime event before their grand opening to the public in April 2026. June 26–28. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. Eyewear brand Gentle Monster is transporting everyone's favorite Y2K doll into the future with its newest collection with Bratz. Explore its new pop-up space on Melrose, where customers can shop the collaboration's sleek, violet-tinted glasses as well as the fiercest Bratz doll in a metallic-and-lavender-faux-fur outfit. Immerse yourself in the Gentle Monster x Bratz world, complete with a massive, interactive Bratz doll object and Gentle Monster's ultramodern 2025 Pocket Collection. May 30–June 15. 8552 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood. Loewe Perfumes' newest candle collection is fresh yet gothic, perfect for setting a cinematic mood as summer days turn into long nights. The statuesque candlesticks come in honey yellow and golden bronze, or choose the ribbed, three-wick candle for a more casual look on your coffee table. Let the scent of floral, earthy honey fill your space with a quiet richness — it's giving equal parts garden bloom and antique library. Embody the Mediterranean way of life from the comfort of Los Angeles with Gohar World's newest collection, inspired by Byzantine mosaics, the ports of Marseille, Egyptian fishing villages and spice markets in Istanbul. Whether you're inspired by the dragonfly-shaped pearl and coral necklace or the mother of pearl serving pieces, Gohar World has you covered for jewelry, tableware and linens that will make you feel like you're relaxing along the lush coast of the Mediterranean Sea. It's sweet treat season for Tory Burch. The luxury brand has teamed up with viral Swedish candy store BonBon on its newest limited edition collaboration, bringing the sensation to the West Coast. Look for the Kira Sport sandal in Strawberry Marshmallow and mini Fleming hobo bag in Sugared Licorice, or wear a bracelet featuring charms inspired by BonBon's classic pick and mix candy, such as Swedish fish and sour skulls. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
It's time for seaside fashion and city strolls. Here are the hottest drops and events this summer
The Hammer Museum presents the first United States institutional survey of figurative painter Noah Davis, highlighting his perceptive blend of realism and dreamlike imagery. The chronological exhibition features over 50 pieces spanning painting, sculpture and works on paper that explore themes of identity, family, architecture and media-driven racism. The retrospective also honors his enduring legacy with the Underground Museum, which he co-founded with his wife and fellow artist Karon Davis, reflecting his commitment to community engagement and accessible art. June 8–Aug. 31. 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. L.A.-based lifestyle brand Simon Miller's first ever retail store brings a splash of chartreuse and sculptural flair to the Arts District. Designed and curated by creative director Chelsea Hansford, the store channels a tropical, pop-deco aesthetic, with bold, abstract body sculptures created by artist Leonard Urso. As silver sandals and fish-shaped purses sit next to surrealist ceramics by Peter Keil, Simon Miller blurs the line between retail space and gallery. 821 Traction Ave., Los Angeles. Summer romance gets a chic upgrade in Prada's newest collection, where handwoven raffia accessories meet a sunny summer palette. The crocheted bags channel retro beachwear while maintaining a modern structure, ideal for seaside adventures and city strolls. Whether you choose the mini bucket bag or the Aimée bag, each piece blends charming crochet with polished leather and enameled metal accents — because just like any great summer fling, opposites attract. The Orange County Museum of Art presents its 2025 California Biennial: 'Desperate, Scared, But Social,' featuring 12 artists exploring the rich, precocious and often awkward stage of late adolescence through multimedia exhibitions. Huntington Beach-based photographer Deanna Templeton pairs scans of her own teenage diary entries with portraits of young women she's met over the years. Riot Grrrl band Emily's Sassy Lime will have an installation of archival music videos, photographs, zines and more from the 1990s; recent teenage punk band the Linda Lindas, who draw inspiration from Emily's Sassy Lime, will also present their music videos, drawings and props. June 21–Oct. 12. 3333 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa. Hauser & Wirth presents two exciting exhibitions this month at the downtown space. Luchita Hurtado: 'Yo Soy,' celebrates the Venezuelan-born, Los Angeles-based artist's vibrant and abstract self portraits. Hurtado primarily worked on the exhibition's featured pieces while living in Santa Monica in the 1970s, embroiled in the beginnings of the L.A. women's movement that shaped her artistic identity. Using oil paints to create bright, sweeping strokes and cutting canvases apart to sew them together in new ways, Hurtado questioned the abstraction of the phrase 'I am.' Additionally, look for James Jarvaise and Henry Taylor's 'Sometimes a straight line has to be crooked,' which positions Taylor's paintings in dialogue with Jarvaise, his teacher. The installation features over seven decades of work by the two artists, highlighting their parallel energies and color usage. June 29–Oct. 5. 901 E. 3rd St., Los Angeles. Artist Peter Sutherland has described his work as 'a chaotic celebration of life.' Indeed, his solo show 'Cloud Painting' captures the deep beauty in fleeting moments of friction and spontaneity at Dries Van Noten's the Little House gallery. The exhibition features a new body of work Sutherland created from 2024 to 2025, including large-scale abstract paintings, collage that weaves together drawings, photographs, stickers and found images, and sculpture. On view through June 17. 451 N La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles. In honor of the iconic Intrecciato weave's 50th anniversary, luxury fashion house Bottega Veneta is spotlighting its leather woven bags. The brand has a number of effortless summer staples, whether you're heading to a gallery opening or going on a coastal getaway. Look for the Andiamo — which translates to 'Let's go!' in Italian — a slouchy leather bag with a metallic knot perfect for day-to-evening adventures, or the Cabat, a handwoven, rectangular tote that can fit more than just the essentials. Wellness agency Dive in Well and the Line Hotel L.A. are collaborating for a Day of Wellness, a restorative, community-centered retreat featuring restorative yoga, workshops and nourishment. Led by Dive in Well founder Maryam Ajayi and featuring a roster of community leaders and sustainable brands, the day invites Angelenos to connect and heal. Partial proceeds will go to Altadena Girls and Altadena Boys, with complimentary tickets for those affected by the wildfires. June 8. 3515 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. Inspired by the idyllic Highgrove Gardens in southwest England, Burberry has teamed up with illustrator Helen Bullock on a vibrant capsule collection. The line brings to life the garden's delicate wildflowers and rippling fountains in playful, painterly prints, featuring blossoming orange poppies and deep purple lily pads. And when the Los Angeles heat sets in this summer, picture yourself wandering through the English countryside instead. Gucci debuts its newly renovated boutique at Beverly Center, blending Milanese elegance with L.A. cool. Inspired by flagship designs in SoHo and Milan's Monte Napoleone, the refreshed space pairs plush maroon seating with brushed steel accents, framing an expanded offering of the house's latest collections. Customers can shop Gucci Valigeria travel pieces and handbags such as the Gucci Softbit and GG Marmont. 8500 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles. Award-winning composer and jazz saxophonist Kamasi Washington will lead the first public programming at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's new David Geffen Galleries. The sonic experience, titled 'Harmonies of Difference,' will feature Washington conducting over 100 musicians across the 110,000 square feet of gallery space, turning the building into an acoustic instrument. Immerse yourself in the galleries for this once-in-a-lifetime event before their grand opening to the public in April 2026. June 26–28. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. Eyewear brand Gentle Monster is transporting everyone's favorite Y2K doll into the future with its newest collection with Bratz. Explore its new pop-up space on Melrose, where customers can shop the collaboration's sleek, violet-tinted glasses as well as the fiercest Bratz doll in a metallic-and-lavender-faux-fur outfit. Immerse yourself in the Gentle Monster x Bratz world, complete with a massive, interactive Bratz doll object and Gentle Monster's ultramodern 2025 Pocket Collection. May 30–June 15. 8552 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood. Loewe Perfumes' newest candle collection is fresh yet gothic, perfect for setting a cinematic mood as summer days turn into long nights. The statuesque candlesticks come in honey yellow and golden bronze, or choose the ribbed, three-wick candle for a more casual look on your coffee table. Let the scent of floral, earthy honey fill your space with a quiet richness — it's giving equal parts garden bloom and antique library. Embody the Mediterranean way of life from the comfort of Los Angeles with Gohar World's newest collection, inspired by Byzantine mosaics, the ports of Marseille, Egyptian fishing villages and spice markets in Istanbul. Whether you're inspired by the dragonfly-shaped pearl and coral necklace or the mother of pearl serving pieces, Gohar World has you covered for jewelry, tableware and linens that will make you feel like you're relaxing along the lush coast of the Mediterranean Sea. It's sweet treat season for Tory Burch. The luxury brand has teamed up with viral Swedish candy store BonBon on its newest limited edition collaboration, bringing the sensation to the West Coast. Look for the Kira Sport sandal in Strawberry Marshmallow and mini Fleming hobo bag in Sugared Licorice, or wear a bracelet featuring charms inspired by BonBon's classic pick and mix candy, such as Swedish fish and sour skulls.
Eater
3 days ago
- Business
- Eater
Brandon Hurtado's DFW Restaurant Guide for Diners Who Aren't From Texas
Brandon Hurtado is no stranger to great food in Texas. The pimaster has made Hurtado Barbecue, with locations in Arlington, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Mansfield, a North Texas favorite, winning raves from Eater and Texas Monthly and the hearts of Rangers-lovers and barbecue fans at Globe Life Field. Now, Hurtado has published a cookbook that delves into his Tex-Mex roots, titled Barbacoa: The Heart of Tex-Mex Barbecue. Based on the ever-rotating specials at his barbecue joint and several family recipes he has developed as a home cook, the book showcases his culinary expertise. 'The difficult part was scaling it down, where the layperson could make it for a family of three or four in their backyard versus us making batches for 40,' Hurtado says. Hurtado still has some suggestions up his sleeve. Eater Dallas caught up with the pitmaster, who dished on the best places in DFW to take people who aren't from Texas. 'It's Tex-Mex heavy, because about 90 percent of my diet is Tex-Mex,' he says, laughing. While true, Hurtado's picks also give interesting insights into Hurtado's business, the places he likes to dine, and his thoughts on the state of the Metroplex's dining culture. Here's where Hurtado says you should take your favorite non-Texans. Las Palmas Tex-Mex 2708 Routh Street in Dallas 'This is one of my favorite Tex-Mex restaurants, and I only discovered it a year ago, after we opened a Hurtados location in Dallas. The first time I went there was for a business meeting, and we literally ordered almost everything on the menu. The bacon-wrapped shrimp is a quintessential Tex-Mex appetizer, and they do it right. The second thing we had was the queso flameado, which is not something you usually get outside of Texas, unless you're in Mexico. What I love to order there are the steak fajitas. There aren't a lot of places serving Akashu wagyu meat in fajitas, and those are some of the best I've had anywhere in Texas. We love our Tex-Mex in this state, and it speaks to who we are. Everything here is so well thought out. They also own a bar, Bowen House, down the street, and as a family-run outfit, the Heidaris do everything right.' Y.O. Steakhouse 702 Ross Avenue in Dallas 'My uncle owned a Western store in Downtown Dallas for the last 50 years, called Wild Bill's Western Store — he is Wild Bill. I grew up going to the store, which is on Market Street in the West End, and we would go have lunch at the Y.O. Steakhouse. I love wild game and grew up eating a lot of it. If you can go somewhere and order a buffalo filet mignon, that's the kind of place I want to take someone who's not from Texas. You feel like you're in an upscale cabin off of Yellowstone , the TV show. It's a special place.' Cane Rosso in Deep Ellum 2612 Commerce Street in Dallas 'I'm a big fan of the Honey Bastard pie but you can't go wrong with anything here. Every time I go to Carne Rosso, I try something different. You won't get bored with the menu. They have a pizza of the month that changes. Right now, the shrimp scampi is one of my favorite pasta dishes. The fact that they collaborate with local barbecue joints makes them a Texas original. The Fort Worth location has a Heim Bastard, which has pork belly burnt ends from Heim Barbecue as a variation. They've also done a Texas Twinkie pizza with us in Arlington. We're working on a birria pizza right now that will have our meat, Oaxaca cheese, and a dipping consomé that we're working on having at all the locations.' Mariano's Hacienda Ranch 2614 Majesty Drive in Arlington 'I tend to go to the Arlington location, but Marinao's in Dallas is where they claim to have invented the frozen margarita. It is a Tex-Mex place you visit just for the experience — they do have a pretty damn good margarita. The one in Arlington is close to the central entertainment district and in the heart of DFW. The appetizers are great, and if you're having a bad day, it's a good place to get away with chips, queso, and a margarita.' Rodeo Bar 1321 Commerce Street in Dallas 'I recently visited this bar for the first time because I am in the middle of rebranding our bar in Arlington from Hayter Bar and Lounge to Rode and Rye. It was an awesome experience. It's a rodeo-themed bar inside the Adophus Hotel in Downtown. That's a place to take non-Texans, and they'll feel like they're in a cowboy bar. The menu is awesome. We had these awesome chicken tinga tostadas, the salsa verde was also great, and so were the quesadillas. It's a chef-driven menu, so the drinks are incredible too, with a great selection of whiskey. The dollar bills plastered along the walls with different things written on them are unique. I sat there for 12 minutes reading them, until I realized my food was ready.' Cattlemen's Steakhouse 2458 North Main Street in Fort Worth 'This steakhouse in the Fort Worth Stockyards has been around for a long time, and Taylor Sheridan recently took it over. All the steaks there now come from his Four Sixes Ranch — we use it at Hurtado's, too; we're probably its largest customer in the U.S. right now. It's honestly some of the best beef that I've ever had in my life. Cattlemen's is the quintessential steak and potatoes country place you'd want to take someone, and then go to the Stockyards or hit up Billy Bob's for a concert after you eat. He brought in some new cooking equipment, like a Santa Maria grill from J&R, and upgraded the kitchen equipment. I think the restaurant will probably change the menu more in the next few months. There is a new chef, too, and changing all the beef is a huge upgrade.' Wicked Butcher 512 Main Street in Fort Worth 'Wicked Butcher is one of those spots you go to that's unassuming; you'll notice it has a nice bartop with high-top seats, but when you walk downstairs into the main dining room, you'll find it has an incredible wine selection and an open kitchen. Every time I go, I think it gets a little more special because they do a good job of making people feel welcome, and the food is incredible. I like to order from the rotating features. That is one of the things that keeps me coming back. That said, the hamachi crudo from the raw bar is awesome, and so is the hummus with braised tenderloin. Obviously, the steaks are incredible, and I typically get a dry-aged 32-ounce tomahawk steak topped with truffle butter. Whatever I can't eat, I take it to go for lunch and dinner the next day.' Georgie 4514 Travis Street, Suite 132 in Dallas 'Georgie is one of my favorite restaurants in the Metroplex. It is where my wife and I go for special occasions and date nights. I had one of the best rib-eyes of my life there, which was Rosewood wagyu. One of my favorite bites is the grilled octopus al pastor. One of my buddies is a photographer, and he referred me there. We went and had the Taste of Georgie tasting menu, which was incredible. While I think Dallas still has a little ways to go in terms of fine dining, it's easy to go anywhere in Chicago, New York, or L.A. and find a micro-eatery with a fine dining experience. That spirit is what makes Georgie special. A lot of restaurants in Dallas feel like eating inside a museum. People want to feel connected in an intimate setting like that.' Osteria il Muro 311 West Congress Street in Denton 'This is hands down the best Italian restaurant I've ever been to in my life. I live in Argyle, and Denton is pretty close. It is hard to find places like Osteria without driving to Fort Worth or Dallas. Having it in a college town is pretty special. One of my favorite bites there is the tortellini. All the pastas are made from scratch, and it's the best I've had anywhere, and the ingredients are sourced locally. It even has a garden outside that they pull herbs from. It is small, and you have to get a reservation — you won't be able to walk in and eat. The plates are Italian-inspired and mostly small bites. The antipasta menu has fresh ingredients like bluefin crudo and cured meats, as well as formaggio fritto. The menu rotates, so things aren't the same each time you go, and that keeps us coming back.' This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity. Sign up for our newsletter.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Yahoo
'He had many dreams': Boca High School graduate dies in I-95 crash hours after ceremony
Just hours after celebrating his high school graduation, Hendry Aceituno Gudiño was one of the two people killed in a May 17 car crash on Interstate 95. Gudiño, an 18-year-old from Riviera Beach, was on his way home from a celebratory dinner with his girlfriend and her father at the time of the crash, a close friend said. He was a former student at Boca Raton High School. "That same day, Hendry graduated," family members wrote in a GoFundMe page created to cover funeral and relocation expenses. "An achievement he had worked hard for, with dedication and the deep desire to make his mother proud." They said it was supposed to be one of the happiest days of Gudiño's life. 'Three remarkable heroes': Trump honors PBSO motorcycle deputies killed in November crash According to the Florida Highway Patrol, at around 8:40 p.m. May 17, three people from Port St. Lucie were traveling north on I-95 in a 2002 Chevy Camaro. The driver, a 52-year-old man whose name has not yet been released, lost control of the vehicle near the Martin Highway exit, traveled across all northbound lanes and struck a guardrail in the median. He and Gudiño were pronounced dead at the scene. Gudiño's girlfriend, a 16-year-old, was sitting in the rear seat of the car. Paramedics drove her to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, according to the crash report. Roberto Hurtado, a classmate and close friend of Gudiño, organized the GoFundMe page. He and Gudiño met shortly after Gudiño had arrived from his home country of Venezuela in 2023. They bonded over Gudiño's time spent in Ecuador, where Hurtado, who was a grade ahead of him, is from. "He became a brother to me," Hurtado said. "But life took him away from me." Gudiño dreamed of graduating for his mother, Anielka, and his late grandmother. "He had many, many dreams, many goals like everyone else," Hurtado said. But the first one was to have his own BMW. He'd tell his friends he was going to call it "Goldo's BMW." "El Goldo" was the nickname friends had lovingly called him, Hurtado said. "Hendry was a cheerful person, never short of laughter," Hurtado said. "Above all, he was a very loyal person, and whenever you needed to talk about a serious topic, he was there. He was a very mature person despite his age, and he didn't deserve for this to happen to him." Hurtado said it took Gudiño's family and friends almost four hours to receive confirmation of his death, and that they heard it not from police, but from the staff at the hospital where Gudiño's girlfriend was sent. Brightline: Railway cuts some rush hour routes without notice; some passengers upset Boca Raton High School Principal Dr. Suzanne King addressed parents and faculty in an email May 19. "It is with deep sadness that I share the news that one of our students has passed away unexpectedly over the weekend," King wrote. "On behalf of our school community, I will be reaching out to the student's family to express our heartfelt condolences and offer support." The email stated counselors and school psychologists would be available on campus for students and staff. "He will always live in our hearts," Hurtado said. "Even though he's not here physically, I know he's with us and we're trying our best to give him a good send-off. And, most of all, to never leave his mother alone since, here in the U.S., he only had her and us." Jasmine Fernández is a journalist covering Delray Beach and Boca Raton for The Palm Beach Post. You can reach her at jfernandez@ and follow her on X (formerly Twitter) at @jasminefernandz. Help support our work. Subscribe today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Boca High grad dies in crash hours after ceremony: 'A brother to me'
