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2011 Stories by Lesley Elliott

• Margaritas and Mariachi: Mexico's Independence Means Deals

  published Sep 16, 2011

  Today we commemorate Mexico's Independence Day, also known as the day those pesky Spanish colonialists were finally forced to notice that not everyone was living like a "Don." The war for freedom actu... More >>

• VooDoo BBQ & Grill Announces Florida Expansion

  published Sep 15, 2011

  Louisiana-based VooDoo BBQ & Grill has announced plans to bring its N'awlins "competition style BBQ" to Florida. The fast-casual chain has signed a deal with a local LLC (whose partnership current... More >>

• Cast Your Vote: Is Foie Gras Animal Abuser

  published Sep 12, 2011

  California lawmakers have announced they plan to enforce a 2004 law that bans the production and sale of foie gras. Animal rights activists petitioned for the duck relief, citing it as "an inhuma... More >>

• New Seasonal Menu Items Coming to the Setai

  published Sep 09, 2011

  It's no easy task consolidating every type of Asian cuisine from India and China, to Singapore and Malaysia, into a menu that maintains the identity of the chef behind the door. Executive Chef David W... More >>

• Daniel Ganem's Deboned Stuffed Whole Chicken Recipe

  published Sep 08, 2011

  In our two part interview with Executive Chef Daniel Ganem from Kane Steakhouse, we discovered that this young executive chef takes his steak seriously. We learned that his restaurant dream come true ... More >>

• Kane's Young Executive Chef Takes His Steak Seriously (Part 2)

  published Sep 07, 2011

  Yesterday, Short Order spoke with Executive Chef Daniel Ganem of SoFi's newest meat market, Kane Steakhouse. If you missed Part 1, just click here. What we really wanted to know is how those onion rin... More >>

• Kane's Young Executive Chef Takes His Steak Seriously

  published Sep 06, 2011

  The addition of recently opened Kane Steakhouse to the SoFi restaurant landscape presented an opportunity for executive chef Daniel Ganem. When execs at the Glazier Group (Strip House in NYC, Michael ... More >>

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  Zuma Mixologist Theo Von Ungern-Sternberg Talks About His Favorite Drink

  published Sep 05, 2011

  Last week, we introduced you to Zuma's newest London import, award-winning mixologist Theo Von Ungern-Sternberg. When it comes to bartending, there actually is a method behind his modern cocktail madn... More >>

• Zuma Imports Award-Winning Mixologist From London Venue

  published Sep 01, 2011

  Zuma welcomes the addition of new bar manager Theo Von Ungern-Sternberg, an import from the restaurant's London outpost. Awarded top three of the 2011 UK National Pernod Absinthe Competition and the S... More >>

• Beyond The Best Of Miami 2011: Top Five Animal Parts

  published Aug 31, 2011

  We christened pig ears as our ultimate animal part in the New Times' Best of Miami 2011 issue, naming a tie between chefs Michael Schwartz (Michael's Genuine) and Timon Balloo (Sugarcane). But there a... More >>

• Spartico Opens The Kitchen To Your Kids

  published Aug 30, 2011

  Spartico in the Grove is becoming the ultimate kid-friendly destination with the launch of its "Pizza Bar Kitchen," which makes it okay for children to play with fire. For parents who simply cannot be... More >>

• Sultry Sundays at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne: Beach, Babes and Booze

  published Aug 29, 2011

  The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne is singing a sultry tune on Sundays from 6 to 9 p.m., when the oceanfront sands of Dune Burger Lounge become a hang-out for locals. They went Brazilian last night with a ... More >>

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  Beyond Best of Miami 2011: Top Five Best New York Switcheroos

  published Aug 26, 2011

  Quattro Gastronomia Italiana was our choice for Best New York Switcheroo restaurant in New Times' Best of Miami 2011 issue, but naturally we want to throw a little love to the Big Apple... More >>

• The Setai Introduces New Seasonal Cocktails

  published Aug 23, 2011

  The Setai brings upscale swank to every facet of the hospitality experience, so it's no surprise to discover that master mixologist Paul Sevigny has the run of the kitchen when it comes to pricey conc... More >>

• Egg & Dart: "Rustic Greek" in the Design District Tries for Upscale Aura

  published Aug 22, 2011

  The folks at Egg & Dart want you to know it is a "rustic Greek" restaurant. Those words are on the website, the menus, and the door when you walk in. They also want you to know the digs are "... More >>

• Fill The Grill Competition Finals: Jacobs vs. Balloo

  published Aug 18, 2011

  The championship battle of kitchen wills finally culminated last night at Whole Foods in Coral Gables, where chef Timon Balloo of Sugarcane faced chef Michael Jacobs, who caters to the cravings of our... More >>

• Let Chef Reidt Pick The Wine Tonight

  published Aug 17, 2011

  Area 31 has officially launched a new wine promotion that commissions Executive Chef E. Michael Reidt to choose a glass for you. Every Wednesday, he will select two of his favorite bottles of vino and... More >>

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  Beyond Best of Miami 2011: Top Five Inexpensive Italian Restaurants

  published Aug 16, 2011

  Last week, we told you what Italian spots are worth the splurge, but today's roundup is the list we really love -- outstanding cuisine at a more reasonable price. Our winner for the absolute Best In... More >>

• Eos Finally Fills Psilakis' Seat

  published Aug 15, 2011

  Eos has finally appointed a new executive chef, Matthew Leonard, who will be taking the helm of both the restaurant and banquet program at the Viceroy. His background is mainly resort focused, logging... More >>

• Guacamole Ice Creamr Oh Yes, Rosa Mexicano Can Do That

  published Aug 12, 2011

  Rosa Mexicano is celebrating the dog days of summer with a festival dedicated to everyone's favorite melty treat, now through September 4. They've even reincarnated the famous guacamole in ice cream f... More >>

• Making Flatbread At Home With Chef Oscar del Rivero

  published Aug 12, 2011

  It's one of those things everyone is reluctant to make for themselves. Baking bread just seems like so much more of a pain in the ass than simply picking up a loaf at the grocery store. Sure, the visu... More >>

• DB's New Happy Hour Perfect Starter for this Saturday's Art Walk

  published Aug 09, 2011

  db Bistro Moderne is stepping up its happy hour game face with more menu items, weekly drink specials, and the inevitable in-house D.J., (which was loud when we visited, but actually had some people u... More >>

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  Beyond Best of Miami 2011: Top Five Expensive Italian Restaurants

  published Aug 09, 2011

  Cioppino at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne took the title Best Expensive Italian Restaurant in New Times' Best of Miami 2011 issue. Though it is tricky to choose one pasta over another, ... More >>

• Play Sommelier With Summer Barbecue Wines Under $20

  published Aug 08, 2011

  The words barbecue and beer seem permanently wedded; a hot day is well matched with a cold one, and it's easy to pair with burgers, ribs, and grilled what-have-you. However, with back-yard fiestas gro... More >>

• An Oyster Tutorial With Sean Bernal Of Blue Door Fish, Part Two

  published Aug 05, 2011

  In celebration of National Oyster Day, we present the second installation of our oyster tutorial with Executive Chef of Blue Door Fish and oyster savant extraordinaire, Sean Bernal. Yesterday, he open... More >>