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  • Blogs

    May 25, 2012

    Benihana Going Private in Buyout Deal

    Benihana, the Miami-based interactive dining chain, is being acquired by private equity group Angelo, Gordon, and Co.'s., in a deal that will take the publicly-traded restaurant company private.According to NASDAQ.com, Angelo, Gordon, and Co.'s will pay $16.30 per share in cash, approximately $296 m ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 21, 2012

    NOLA Brewing Company in New Orleans: A Photo Tour

    When it comes to local beer in New Orleans, two brands that come to mind are Dixie and Abita. Neither is brewed in the city, with Dixie contract-brewed out of Wisconsin and Abita brewed on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. But there is one beer in New Orleans that is made in the city: NOLA.The ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 18, 2012

    Arwen Lehman Talks Craft Brewjas, and Local Beer (Video)

    Did you know women were the original brewmasters?Arwen Lehman and the Craft Brewjas crew she rolls with aren't just consumers, they're also secretly brewing up their own batches of fine suds.We caught up with her and friends at The Federal, The Bar, and The Local to see what she had to say about the ... More >>

  • Dining

    May 17, 2012

    Schnebly: Finally, a Microbrewery

    Did you know women were the original brewmasters?Arwen Lehman and the Craft Brewjas crew she rolls with aren't just consumers, they're also secretly brewing up their own batches of fine suds.We caught up with her and friends at The Federal, The Bar, and The Local to see what she had to say about the ... More >>

  • Dining

    May 17, 2012

    Miami Craft Beer Sellers: A List

    Did you know women were the original brewmasters?Arwen Lehman and the Craft Brewjas crew she rolls with aren't just consumers, they're also secretly brewing up their own batches of fine suds.We caught up with her and friends at The Federal, The Bar, and The Local to see what she had to say about the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 15, 2012

    Top Five South Florida Beer Blogs

    This week, our feature story takes a closer look at Miami's quickly rising craft beer scene. But besides the homebrew clubs and restaurants, there are the writers who are blogging about craft beer in South Florida.We want to recognize the following blogs in honor of American Craft Beer Week. Some co ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 26, 2012

    Van Halen to Release Special-Edition Single of "She's the Woman" at Uncle Sam's Music

    Shuffling through Record Store Day release bins this past Saturday left us feeling empty. Sure, we picked up some fine RSD stuff and supported local business. But all we really wanted was a Van Halen seven-inch. Wait! What's that? If we buy Van Halen's A Different Kind of Truth after May 4, David ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 20, 2012

    Video: Sweat Records' Lolo, Jsin, and Emile Talk Record Store Day 2012

    See Sweatstock 2012's full lineup and set times and our guide to rockin' out at Sweatstock 2012.Take a break from celebrating 4/20 and try to remember that tomorrow is Record Store Day! And of course, Sweat Records will be celebrating the event as well as its seventh anniversary with its annual Swea ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 18, 2012

    Brews & Bellies Tomorrow at The Federal Sold Out, Event Capped at 100 People

    The first Brews and Bellies craft beer tasting event held at The Federal Food and Drink Provisions is sold out, with over 120 RSVPs. However, if you RSVP now you might get lucky.And don't worry, if you miss this one there will be more because this is the beginning of a series that will be held on th ... More >>

  • Film

    March 29, 2012

    Addiction Incorporated at O Cinema March 31 and April 1

    The first Brews and Bellies craft beer tasting event held at The Federal Food and Drink Provisions is sold out, with over 120 RSVPs. However, if you RSVP now you might get lucky.And don't worry, if you miss this one there will be more because this is the beginning of a series that will be held on th ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 24, 2012

    Antonio Banderas Wines Miami Up at Sunset Corners

    ​Those eyes, that charm, and that voice. Yes, Antonio Banderas has spent decades making hearts pitter patter but the movie star has proven equally successful at his latest endeavor, wine maker. Antonio is in Miami this weekend introducing his Anta Banderas wines during the annual South Beach Wine ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 23, 2012

    SoBeWFF: Robert Irvine Wants to Engage You at Party Impossible

    ​Robert Irvine is the buff star of Food Network's Restaurant: Impossible, taking miserably failing restaurants and turning them into success stories. He's also the subject of many photographs at the South Beach Wine & Food Festival, most memorably last year when he provided his back as transpo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 19, 2012

    Burger King Does Delivery: The Next Step In Fast Food

    ​Get burgers and fries your way, right away at Burger King, and you don't even have to show up. BK is now testing delivery service at a few Washington, D.C.-area locations. Customers can order two ways: by calling 1-855-ORDER-BK or through the delivery website.

  • Blogs

    December 16, 2011

    Ships Ahoy! Celebrity Cruises Culinary Boat Rides to Set Sail

    The Millennium's Grand Buffet​Foodies, rejoice! Miami-based Celebrity Cruises is rolling out a series of culinary-inspired boat rides set to begin in March.Celebrity Cruises' lifestyle cookbook, Excite the Senses, was the inspiration for the new food-and-wine-themed luxury cruise series aptly name ... More >>

  • Calendar

    November 24, 2011

    If Walls Could Sweat

    The Millennium's Grand Buffet​Foodies, rejoice! Miami-based Celebrity Cruises is rolling out a series of culinary-inspired boat rides set to begin in March.Celebrity Cruises' lifestyle cookbook, Excite the Senses, was the inspiration for the new food-and-wine-themed luxury cruise series aptly name ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 14, 2011

    Sorry Heat Fans: NBA Season on Verge of Cancellation, Big Three's Contracts Could Become Void

    ​Will we have to wait until 2013 to see if LeBron James can make good on his promise of bringing back the NBA Championship to Miami? It's looking more and more like that may be the case.Today, the NBA Players Union have rejected NBA Commissioner David Stern's latest offering and have made plans to ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 9, 2011

    Alaska Coffee Roasting Co. Migrates to North Miami

    ​Courtesy of Alaska Coffee Roasting Co.Michael Gesser​Fairbanks, Alaska. Miami, Florida. These two extremes now have something in common: "A coffee shop that walks the walk instead of talking the talk," comments owner Michael Gesser of Alaska Coffee Roasting Co. (13130 Biscayne Blvd., North Miam ... More >>

  • Calendar

    November 3, 2011

    Give us Moore

    ​Courtesy of Alaska Coffee Roasting Co.Michael Gesser​Fairbanks, Alaska. Miami, Florida. These two extremes now have something in common: "A coffee shop that walks the walk instead of talking the talk," comments owner Michael Gesser of Alaska Coffee Roasting Co. (13130 Biscayne Blvd., North Miam ... More >>

  • News

    September 29, 2011

    Three Miami mayors block Genting casino

    ​Courtesy of Alaska Coffee Roasting Co.Michael Gesser​Fairbanks, Alaska. Miami, Florida. These two extremes now have something in common: "A coffee shop that walks the walk instead of talking the talk," comments owner Michael Gesser of Alaska Coffee Roasting Co. (13130 Biscayne Blvd., North Miam ... More >>

  • News

    September 22, 2011

    Genting casino will kill Miami and Miami Beach

    ​Courtesy of Alaska Coffee Roasting Co.Michael Gesser​Fairbanks, Alaska. Miami, Florida. These two extremes now have something in common: "A coffee shop that walks the walk instead of talking the talk," comments owner Michael Gesser of Alaska Coffee Roasting Co. (13130 Biscayne Blvd., North Miam ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 21, 2011

    One Million Moms Don't Like Schweddy Balls, But I Do

    ​One Million Moms has an issue with Schweddy Balls.Moms, an online branch of  right-wing, conservative, pro-life American Family Association, based in Tupelo, Mississippi, has taken umbrage with Ben & Jerry's Schweddy Balls Ice Cream. On their website they claim: "Ben & Jerry's ann ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 14, 2011

    Miami Marlins to Host 2012 MLB Season Opener at New Stadium

    ​This year's Major League Baseball season isn't over, but for the Florida Marlins, it pretty much is.In fact, the Florida Marlins are technically pretty much over. Next year, they'll be in that new stadium with a new name, and the MLB has announced that the team will play the very first game of th ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 26, 2011

    Barack Obama Can't Afford to Let Fox News Fold

    Uncle Luke, the man whose booty-shaking madness once made the U.S. Supreme Court stand up for free speech, gets as nasty as he wants to be for Miami New Times. This week, Luke goes to bat for Fox News.Rupert Murdoch is reaping what he sowed. The media magnate's American-based cable network, Fox News ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 26, 2011

    Raleigh Hotel to Undergo $20-Million Makeover

    ​The Raleigh Hotel already has an air of unfussy chic that's unique in South Beach, but in this town everyone needs an occasional nip and tuck to stay looking good. Signaling yet another financial move to indicate tourism is back in business after a recession-blamed bump, the hotel has secured a $ ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 19, 2011

    Capital Grille's Generous Pour Offers Custom Wine Tasting Experience

    It's wine time at Capital Grille​The Capital Grille's Generous Pour promotion, which runs through September 4th, offers patrons the opportunity to sample up to nine wines picked by master sommelier, George Miliotes, especially for the event They include the Tarima Hill Monastrell, which is o ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 12, 2011

    Marlins Close Upper Deck For Remainder of Season

    No word yet whether the new stadium will have a late-construction redesign that includes a field but no seats.​Well, you've finally done it Florida. You've beaten the Marlins into submission. The team with the worst attendance in the major leagues has given up: They have closed the upper deck of i ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 20, 2011

    Philip Morris Sues Miami Stores for Selling Counterfeit Cigarettes

    ​You can get a counterfeit version of almost anything in Miami. Apparently even cigarettes. Tobacco giant Philip Morris has filed suit against 17 Miami-area retailers for stocking fake cigarettes. We all know that the stuff in the name-brand smokes will kill you. We can't imagine what kind of stuf ... More >>

  • Calendar

    June 16, 2011

    Nothing Compares to Hughes

    ​You can get a counterfeit version of almost anything in Miami. Apparently even cigarettes. Tobacco giant Philip Morris has filed suit against 17 Miami-area retailers for stocking fake cigarettes. We all know that the stuff in the name-brand smokes will kill you. We can't imagine what kind of stuf ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 10, 2011

    Free Cookies at Cocowalk: Check out the DoubleTree Cookie CAREavan

    Courtesy DoubleTree by Hilton​Move over Ben & Jerry's: there's a new dessert truck tour in town (if only for a day).The Hilton's DoubleTree Hotel is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its signature chocolate chip cookie by going on the road with the DoubleTree by Hilton Cookie CAREavan.  ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 27, 2011

    Miami Herald Home Sold: Time for the Kids to Go to College

    ​The McClatchy Co. announced this morning that it has sold one of Miami's most iconic buildings to a Malaysian resort and gambling company.The company's chairman, Gary Pruitt, said it was no longer the era for a newspaper to be located on the bay. That says something about daily newspapers.The goo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 3, 2011

    Radio Martí Goes Online (But Does It Matter?)

    ​The U.S. government spends millions of dollars every year transmitting news (or something like it) to Cuba through Radio y Televisión Martí's studios in Miami with the aim of balancing the government-controlled Cuban press. But there's little indication that the program is effective or that ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 15, 2011

    Yo Beer Guys Deliver To Your Door and Serve Sunday at United Way

    Photo by DDB​Mike Gonzalez is a self-proclaimed beer geek who's spent most of his spare time -- in his adult life that is -- drinking in everything he can about beer. A business analyst by day, he's a beer peddler at night. His year old business, Yo Beer Guys, is an online beer retailer servicing ... More >>

  • Calendar

    April 14, 2011

    Bon Voyage

    Photo by DDB​Mike Gonzalez is a self-proclaimed beer geek who's spent most of his spare time -- in his adult life that is -- drinking in everything he can about beer. A business analyst by day, he's a beer peddler at night. His year old business, Yo Beer Guys, is an online beer retailer servicing ... More >>

  • Music

    April 7, 2011

    Ricky Martin at American Airlines Arena April 9

    Photo by DDB​Mike Gonzalez is a self-proclaimed beer geek who's spent most of his spare time -- in his adult life that is -- drinking in everything he can about beer. A business analyst by day, he's a beer peddler at night. His year old business, Yo Beer Guys, is an online beer retailer servicing ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 7, 2011

    Farm Stores: Only Online Grocery Shopping Now Available

    via 3guysfrommiami.com​On a recent late-night run to a local Farm Stores (the drive-thru convenience store with the cow on the sign), a nifty flyer with $20-off coupon was dropped in the bag. That discount is good for online grocery shopping. Curiosity was piqued.So, what are the advantages ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 1, 2011

    Man in Freddy Krueger Mask Robs Grocery Stores

    ​Watch out for Freddy Krueger! He'll kill you in your dreams! Or, apparently, rob your grocery store. Police are on the search for a man in a Freddy Krueger Halloween mask who pulled off an armed robbery at a Food Giant grocery store this weekend.

  • Blogs

    February 11, 2011

    Non-Shocker: Porn Being Filmed in Semi-Public All Over Miami-Dade

    Captain Stabbin himself, apparently. ​This morning, readers of The Miami Herald awoke to learn what any guy with an internet connection has known for years: sometimes people make porno movies in semi-public spots in South Florida. Though, this specific porn was shot on Monument Island near the Fla ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 9, 2011

    Miami is America's Fourth Most Fast Food Loving City

    ​The Daily Beast opens up its latest little listicle with this supposedly stunning little factoid: "In Miami, there are twice as many Burger King locations than tanning salons." Of course, Miami is home to both the corporate headquarters of BK and the unofficial US capitol of natural sunshine, so ... More >>

  • Calendar

    January 20, 2011

    Chlling with Chile Wines

    ​The Daily Beast opens up its latest little listicle with this supposedly stunning little factoid: "In Miami, there are twice as many Burger King locations than tanning salons." Of course, Miami is home to both the corporate headquarters of BK and the unofficial US capitol of natural sunshine, so ... More >>

  • Calendar

    December 16, 2010

    Carols on Steroids

    ​The Daily Beast opens up its latest little listicle with this supposedly stunning little factoid: "In Miami, there are twice as many Burger King locations than tanning salons." Of course, Miami is home to both the corporate headquarters of BK and the unofficial US capitol of natural sunshine, so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 22, 2010

    Cox Radio's Brian Elam on Why 93 Rock Got Killed for Christmas

    The suits at Cox Radio reply.​Take Crossfade's 93 Rock "Radio Sucks" poll. After discovering late Saturday night that 93.1 FM made the switch (or, as many commenters claim, "improvement") from crappy alt-rock to 24/7 holiday music, Crossfade sent mega-broadcaster Cox Radio a few questions. And t ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 29, 2009

    South Miami Sleaze

    Alex IzaguirreLaz Parking is a local firm that contracts with the City of South Miami to issue parking tickets and operate meters. That means nobody likes 'em. And if you believe a recently canned meter maid (meter butler? meter macho?) named Michael Perdomo, that contempt is deserved. The 27-yea ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 15, 2008

    Toy Stores: Now with Less Lead Paint and Fewer Bratz

    If you're toy-giant Mattel, you win some and you lose some. After winning a legal battle that might see those icky little Bratz dolls (Barbie's number one competitor) permanently removed from toy-store shelves, the company and its subsidiary Fischer-Price are being fined for selling Chinese-mad ... More >>

  • Calendar

    March 20, 2008

    Love Is in the Air

    If you're toy-giant Mattel, you win some and you lose some. After winning a legal battle that might see those icky little Bratz dolls (Barbie's number one competitor) permanently removed from toy-store shelves, the company and its subsidiary Fischer-Price are being fined for selling Chinese-mad ... More >>

  • Calendar

    December 7, 2006

    One Tight Aperture

    If you're toy-giant Mattel, you win some and you lose some. After winning a legal battle that might see those icky little Bratz dolls (Barbie's number one competitor) permanently removed from toy-store shelves, the company and its subsidiary Fischer-Price are being fined for selling Chinese-mad ... More >>

  • Home Entertainment

    May 25, 2006

    Next Big Things

    The five biggest attention-getters at E3

  • Calendar

    February 9, 2006

    On A Roll

    The five biggest attention-getters at E3

  • Diversions

    May 12, 2005

    BEST SET DESIGN

    Adrian W. Jones

  • News

    June 8, 2000

    Riptide

    Someone's out to get counterfeit Cubans

  • News

    November 3, 1993

    Boy Toy

    Updated for the Nineties, Barbie's boyfriend Ken has style, attitude -- and a cock ring!

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