Email Author Lee Klein

Awards

• 2011 - The Green Eyeshade Excellence in Journalism Awards/Atlanta SPJ, published April 22, 2010

  "Style Over Steak"

• 2011 - The Green Eyeshade Excellence in Journalism Awards/Atlanta SPJ, published July 1, 2010

  "Flapjack Flip-Off X"

• 2011 - The Green Eyeshade Excellence in Journalism Awards/Atlanta SPJ, published October 7, 2010

  "Gigi Ingenuity"

• 2010 - Association of Food Journalists Awards, published July 2, 2009

  "Hakkasan's Haute Hong Kong Cuisine"

• 2010 - Association of Food Journalists Awards, published June 25, 2009

  "Flapjack Flip-Off IX"

• 2009 - Bert Greene Award/International Association of Culinary Professionals, published August 14, 2008

  "Kick the Bottle"

• 2009 - The Green Eyeshade Excellence in Journalism Awards/Atlanta SPJ, published April 10, 2008

  "Doug Rodriguez is Back"

• 2009 - The Green Eyeshade Excellence in Journalism Awards/Atlanta SPJ, published December 4, 2008

  "Joe the Restaurant"

• 2009 - The Green Eyeshade Excellence in Journalism Awards/Atlanta SPJ, published August 28, 2008

  "Tap Tap"

• 2008 - Bert Greene Award/International Association of Culinary Professionals, published November 22, 2007

  "Eat Shit and Die"

• 2008 - The Green Eyeshade Excellence in Journalism Awards/Atlanta SPJ, published November 22, 2007

  "Eat Shit and Die"

• 2008 - AAN AltWeekly Awards, published May 17, 2007

  "Flapjack Flip-Off VII"

• 2008 - AAN AltWeekly Awards, published May 10, 2007

  "Chew the Right Thing"

• 2008 - AAN AltWeekly Awards, published November 22, 2007

  "Eat Shit and Die"

• 2008 - Association of Food Journalists Awards, published May 17, 2007

  "Flapjack Flip-Off VII: Bananarama!"

• 2008 - Association of Food Journalists Awards, published May 10, 2007

  "Chew the Right Thing"

• 2008 - Better Weekly Newspaper Awards/Florida Press Association, published November 22, 2007

  "Eat Shit and Die"

• 2007 - AAN AltWeekly Awards, published July 13, 2006

  "Foie Wars"

• 2007 - Better Weekly Newspaper Awards/Florida Press Association, published September 7, 2006

  "The Wonder Boys"

• 2007 - Better Weekly Newspaper Awards/Florida Press Association, published September 28, 2006

  "Pure and Demure"

• 2007 - Better Weekly Newspaper Awards/Florida Press Association, published December 21, 2006

  "Last Chance Bistro"

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2012 Stories by Lee Klein

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  FEATURED STORY

  Le Pine Floats Mediterranean Food on Bay Harbor Islands

  published Jun 26, 2012

  Like most Bay Harbor Islands restaurants, Le Pine opened with little fanfare. That was about four months ago. People in the area know about it likely because it's a sizable space that's located on Kan... More >>

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  My Ceviche's Fresh Take on Seafood in South Beach

  published June 28, 2012

  My Ceviche's Fresh Take on Seafood in South Beach More >>

• Hummus, Almonds and Ginger: A News Brief, Not a Recipe

  published Jun 25, 2012

  The world of food and beverage has become so huge that each and every day brings forth a slew of industry-related news stories. Some make national headlines, especially if they involve E. coli or the ... More >>

• 109 Seconds To Select Your Ecstasy: 5 Ideas To Improve Menus

  published Jun 22, 2012

  It is said that the average diner peruses a menu for a mere 109 seconds. Before we get on to improving menus, I'd suggest diners improve their chances of getting a good meal by spending more time than... More >>

• Kris Wessel On His New Joint, Florida Cookery -- And On Sunshine State Cooking In General

  published Jun 20, 2012

  When I spoke with Kris Wessel by phone yesterday, he was in the Atlanta airport eating a Krystal Burger while waiting for his delayed flight to board. I was curious about his new upcoming restaurant, ... More >>

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  Schwartz, Carmellini, and Other Chefs Force-Feed Readers With Weak Foie Gras Logic

  published Jun 19, 2012

  "Certainly a sort of industrial use of creatures, so that geese are fed in such a way as to produce as large a liver as possible, or hens live so packed together that they become just caricatures of b... More >>

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  Whisk Gourmet Food and Catering Cooks Reasonably Priced, Delicious Comfort Food

  published June 21, 2012

  Whisk Gourmet Food and Catering Cooks Reasonably Priced, Delicious Comfort Food More >>

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  Blue Collar: Five Wines, Five Plates, Five States

  published Jun 18, 2012

  The setting is Blue Collar restaurant, the date is June 27, the time is 7 p.m., the price is $85, and the idea is this: A five-course dinner with each dish pegged to a particular state and paired with... More >>

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  Michael Mina On Local Product and Miami's "Crazy" Seasons

  published Jun 15, 2012

  Michael Mina is the only chef to have a restaurant in both Miami (Bourbon Steak in Aventura) and Seattle (RN74), a fact relevant to last week's Seattle-Miami comparison. The celebrated toque will be i... More >>

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  The Meatball Joint Rolls Up Short

  published Jun 13, 2012

  The cool thing about focusing on one food is that you get to prepare it just right. Like the Meatball Shop on Stanton Street in New York City. Two guys -- one of whom, Daniel Hotzman, has been cooking... More >>

• NYC: 24 Hours, Six Ethnic Snacks

  published Jun 13, 2012

  I spent some days cooking in Newport, Rhode Island last week, and managed to maneuver a return flight through New York -- getting to spend a Friday evening, Saturday, and Saturday night traipsing thro... More >>

• 4. Goat Stew at Tap Tap

  published Jun 11, 2012

  New Times' Best of Miami 2012 issue is coming June 14. Until then, Short Order will serve up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. If you want to vote on which restaurant has the best dish, click her... More >>

• Miami vs. Seattle Food Scenes: The Magic City Falls Short

  published June 7, 2012

  Miami vs. Seattle Food Scenes: The Magic City Falls Short More >>

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  Miami Spice: Price Rise in 2012

  published Jun 04, 2012

  If it ain't broke, tinker with it.That's apparently the thinking at the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau in regards to its highly successful Miami Spice program. An email was sent out ov... More >>

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  Miami Restaurant Openings & Closings, May 2012

  published Jun 01, 2012

  May was certainly an eventful month concerning Miami dining. A trio of favorites closed shop (Anise Taverna Rustica, Fratelli Lyon, Sustain Restaurant + Bar), and newcomer Mare Nostrum dropped away fa... More >>

• Chipotle is Best: Uses More Than 1.5 Million Pounds Of Florida Produce

  published May 31, 2012

  I never have much good to say about chain restaurants, but I've long touted Chipotle Mexican Grill as being better than the rest. The two main two reasons: Its tacos and burritos are tastier than any ... More >>

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  Top Five Celebrities Pigging Out On Hot Dogs (Uggggly Photos)

  published May 30, 2012

  A lot of hot dogs were consumed over Memorial Day weekend, but that's just the beginning. According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, Americans will eat more than seven billion frankfurters... More >>

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  Top Five Miami Restaurants for Dining During a Hurricane

  published May 29, 2012

  During the coming week, you'll be hearing and reading a lot about how this Friday kicks off the official hurricane season in South Florida. You will be privy to all manner of advice on how to best wea... More >>

• 22. Pulpo a Feira at Barceloneta

  published May 25, 2012

  It's that time of year when we count down to New Times' Best of Miami 2012 issue in June. Until then, Short Order will serve up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. If you have any nominations of yo... More >>

• For Father's Day: Thor, Whisky of the Gods

  published May 25, 2012

  If you're looking to spend about $200 on a special gift for dad on Father's Day (June 17) -- one that he can wring quite a bit of pleasure from -- this just might be it: Thor, a new 16 year old single... More >>

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  Edge Steak & Bar: Haute Cuisine at an Affordable Price

  published May 24, 2012

  One of two lamb chops on my plate at Edge Steak & Bar was overcooked; it was supposed to be medium-rare but was served medium. A side order of haricots verts with mixed mushrooms was bland and con... More >>

• Haven's Summer Menu: Shrimp and Grits Ceviche, Crab Spider Roll, and Squid Fries

  published May 24, 2012

  Chef Todd Erickson has created a new summer menu for Haven Gastro-Lounge, and it has some mighty luscious-sounding items. No surprise: Erickson has been one of Miami's most innovative chefs since open... More >>

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  La Gloutonnerie Open For Business

  published May 23, 2012

  Every evening, swarms of rich, hungry people roam the blocks south of Fifth Street in South Beach, looking for a place to plunk down big bucks for an upscale dinner.Or at least that seems to be the sc... More >>

• Seattle Dining In Photos, Part Two

  published May 23, 2012

  Bookstores, coffee shops, the gorgeous library, John Irving at Town Hall, Pike Place Market, bicycle rides, ferry rides, and food food food. That was the Seattle itinerary. Yesterday's post provided a... More >>

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  Seattle Dining In Photos, Part One

  published May 22, 2012

  How well can a person get to know a city in one weekr Let me answer by saying this: Seattle is one of the sunniest places I've ever been; I doubt folks living there even know what a cloud looks like. ... More >>