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2011 Stories by New Times staff and contributors

• Christmas vs. Hanukkah: Which is the Better Foodie Holidayr

  published Dec 20, 2011

  The other day in a meeting, the Short Order bloggers got into a tizzy about which holiday had the better bites: Christmas, AKA Santa's birthday -- or is it Rudolph'sr -- or Hanukkah, the eight days of... More >>

• New Times 'Best Of' App Gets Year-End Love From Wired, iTunes

  published Dec 14, 2011

  Do you camp out by the newsstand every year waiting for our Best of Miami issuer Ever wish while you were on the road -- whether driving through Kendall thirsting for a great bar or spending a work we... More >>

• The Rusty Pelican: A Peek Inside The Refurbished Place; Michael Gilligan Interview, Part Two

  published Dec 13, 2011

  They may have kept the old name, but everything else at the Rusty Pelican is new. And there isn't a tiki in sight.The menu has been overhauled and now features trendy items like the ahi tuna taco, eel... More >>

• Martorano's Meatball-Eating Contest at Seminole Hard Rock December 10 (Recipe Included)

  published Nov 28, 2011

  'Tis the season to be overeating --- and shamelessly stuffing your face with tasty meatballs. Maybe even putting some major jingle in your pocket. Fort Lauderdale's Cafe Martorano will hold a&nbs... More >>

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  50 Reasons Florida Is the Best Effing State in America

  published Sep 14, 2011

  Just as no one can talk about our mamas but us, no one can talk shit about our state except our own news blog. So when Gawker recently ranked Florida the 12th worst state in America (better than Alask... More >>

• Wanted: Fall 2011 Photography Interns for Miami New Times

  published Sep 02, 2011

  Calling all photo students! Village Voice Media (Miami New Times' parent company) is recruiting undergraduate photo students for its Fall 2011 Photo Intern Program. By "student," we do not mean "a stu... More >>

• Best of Miami 2011: Best Politician

  published Jun 14, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest PoliticianFrederica WilsonUnless you support terrifying cyborg... More >>

• Best of Miami 2011: Best Food Truck

  published Jun 14, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest Food TruckDim Ssam a GoGoVarious locations in Miami-Dade305-57... More >>

• Best of Miami 2011: Best Play

  published Jun 14, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest PlayAugust: Osage CountyActors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theat... More >>

• Best of Miami 2011: Best One-Nighter

  published Jun 14, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest One-NighterThe Overthrow's Basel CastleThe Castle41 NW 20th St... More >>

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  Best of Miami 2011: Best 15 Minutes of Fame

  published Jun 14, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest 15 Minutes of FameKat Stackstwitter.com/ihatekatstacksScoring ... More >>

• Best of Miami 2011: Best Farmers' Market

  published Jun 14, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest Farmers' MarketSouth Miami Farmers' Market6130 Sunset Dr.South... More >>

• Best of Miami 2011: Best Party Guests

  published Jun 14, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest Party GuestsJen Stark and Alvaro IlizarbeTwo of Miami's finest... More >>

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  Best of Miami 2011: Best New Electronica Artist

  published Jun 14, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest New Electronica ArtistEntresolmyspace.com/entresolSociety is g... More >>

• Best of Miami 2011: Best Festival

  published Jun 13, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.Best FestivalO, Miamiomiami.orgShall I compare thee to a summer's da... More >>

• Best of Miami 2011: Best Local Boy Gone Bad

  published Jun 13, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest Local Boy Gone BadRick SanchezOK, OK, so Rick Sanchez was neve... More >>

• Best of Miami 2011: Best Late-Night Dining

  published Jun 13, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest Late-Night DiningGigi3470 N. Miami Ave.Miami 33127305-573-1520... More >>

• Best of Miami 2011: Best Solo Musician

  published Jun 13, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest Solo MusicianOtto von Schirachottovonschirach.comMaybe it's th... More >>

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  Best of Miami 2011: The Rising

  published June 16, 2011

  Don't be a deadbeat. Miami is rising up again after some rough times, and there's plenty to do in the Magic City. We've dug up 345 of... More >>

• Best of Miami: Shopping & Services

  published June 16, 2011

  Apparently even Miami's undead are concerned with fashion and fitness. Need a trim? Try Nikki Gravitt, our pick for Best Hair Stylist.... More >>

• Best of Miami: Bars & Clubs

  published June 16, 2011

  The Rising is upon us, and even zombies need a place to drink. It figures they'd drink liquor instead of water. Undead or not, if you... More >>

• Best of Miami: Food & Drinks

  published June 16, 2011

  Who would've thought zombies don't eat just brains? No, judging by the picks for Finest Foods, it seems their tastes are rather refined.... More >>

• Best of Miami: People & Places

  published June 16, 2011

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• Best of Miami 2011: Best Blog

  published Jun 13, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest BlogBeached Miamibeachedmiami.comIt's a relative newbie, with ... More >>

• Best of Miami 2011: Best Jewelry Designer

  published Jun 13, 2011

  In anticipation of the upcoming Best of Miami issue hitting newsstands June 16, here is a sneak peek at one category and its winner.rBest Jewelry DesignerMixon by Anna MixonLace Nail & Beauty Lab1... More >>