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May 9, 2012
Carrot Express: Wholesome Food (And a Car Wash?)
"Eat hummus and get gas" might be an appropriate marketing slogan for Carrot Express, a health food counter located in the Texaco station at Alton Road and 18th Street in South Beach. Or maybe not. Some might misinterpret this as a reference to the gastro-intestinal effects of garbanzo beans, as opp ... More >>
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April 11, 2012
Tax-Time Jitters? Try Omelets, Asparagus, and Kefir Milk
Tax day is scheduled for next Tuesday, April 17. The IRS is giving us two extra days to file returns. This also means two extra days to worry about audits, refunds, proper documentation, math errors, and identity theft problems. Believe it or not, there are ways to muffle tax-time anxiety. Dr. Mehm ... More >>
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April 9, 2012
Ben Franklin Practiced Vegetarianism
For those who shy away from the prospect of going vegan or vegetarian because they think it's too new-fangled, you might find it interesting that in 1722, one of the smartest, most productive, versatile and respected men in our country's history adopted vegetarianism, at a very early age.I read a po ... More >>
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April 4, 2012
"Where Do Vegans Get Protein?" A Plant-Eater Answers This Common Question
"You're a vegan?""Uh huh.""Oh. So where do you get your protein?"Every vegan who's been at plant-eating for any length of time has been faced with this question. Ironically, it often comes from the mouths of the unhealthiest and least conscious eaters in the world, and is directed at lean, immensely ... More >>
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March 20, 2012
Veganism Is My Health Insurance
Going to the doctor is hardly an option for me. It hasn't been since I left my last full-time job -- and the health insurance it offered -- about a year and a half ago, when I decided to pursue my writing career.As a freelancer, I'm lucky to enjoy a steady stream of work and a lot of creative fre ... More >>
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March 8, 2012
Oil-Free, Plant-Based Diets: Extreme or Extremely Necessary?
The term "fat-free" rarely brings joy to anyone's heart. But a vegan diet free of extracted oils -- including extra virgin olive oil -- can literally save your heart.The trouble is, as I personally have discovered, it's hard as hell to stick to such a plan.Have you noticed those "no oil added" si ... More >>
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January 23, 2012
Strawberries Pesticide-Laden, Pineapples Better: An App to Find the Best
It can be difficult to justify spending the extra cash for organic food, but with the help of the Environmental Working Group's 2011 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce, you can eat healthfully without having to dump your entire wallet on certified organic produce. Consumers of produce can r ... More >>
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January 6, 2012
Charles Barkley, Weight Watchers Spokesperson, Calls Weight Watchers a "Scam"
During last night's triple overtime showdown between the Miami Heat and Atlanta Hawks, NBA Hall of Famer-turned-broadcaster Charles Barkley opened up about his new gig as Weight Watchers' celebrity spokesperson. During a first quarter commercial break, Barkley told his TNT comrades Reggie Mill ... More >>
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January 5, 2012
Om Nom Nom Cookies Bring Vegan Deliciousness from Miami to Miami
Delicious vegan cookies, you say Impossible! Well, was impossible. Now that Miami has Om Nom Nom cookies, no one will be able to question the ability of a vegan treat to shine. First spotted by Short Order at Panther Coffee, these desserts may be lacking animal products, but they lose nothin ... More >>
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December 12, 2011
Bunnie Cakes: Gluten-Free, Vegan Love Cakes by Family Gal Mariana Cortez
Even though, or maybe because, I was always a really really tall girl, I've always gravitated toward tiny things. I love miniature doll furniture, pocket-sized notebooks, glitter, and as a child of the '80s, Shrinky Dinks.So does vegan baker Mariana Cortez, who at 29, is the exact same age as I a ... More >>
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November 9, 2011
Tim Crandall, Sous Chef at Red the Steakhouse, Dishes on His Vegan Past
Tim Crandall, sous chef at RedHis passion for a woman brought him to veganism. After five years, his passion for culinary art brought him back to beef.Okay, so maybe that's packaged a little too neatly. Timothe Crandall, the relatively new sous chef at Red the Steakhouse, never enjoyed eating meat a ... More >>
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November 7, 2011
Spirulina: What the Hell Is It?
WikiSpirulina tabletsIf you go into any juice bar worth its wheatgrass, you're bound to find spirulina on the list of available "power-ups" you can choose to boost the nutritional value of your smoothie.It sounds so weird that it must be good for you. But what exactly is this superfood, and where ... More >>
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October 31, 2011
Scarpetta's Chef Michael Pirolo Crafts Gourmet Vegan Tasting
In this new series, the Beet Reporter aims to see whether Miami's tastiest restaurants are prepared to feed vegans with something more than boring garden salads.There are two ways to make vegan food. Or rather, there are two ways to make food vegan.One starts with "normal" dishes, subtracting the ... More >>
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October 25, 2011
Beehive Natural Foods: An Affordable Vegan Fantasy
Camille LambCarlos, owner of Beehive Natural Foods' juice and health food barFinding the juice and vegan food bar at the back of Beehive Natural Foods is like discovering Narnia in your closet. You push through tight spaces and cluttered shelves to enter a world of adventures you never expected - ... More >>
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October 21, 2011
Vegan Resorts to Eating Garnishes at Iron Fork
Vegans are optimists. How else would you describe people who think they can change the world simply by eating sprouts and abstaining from gummy bears? As one of these people, I decided to go to the New Times Iron Fork chef competition with an empty stomach, despite warnings from my co-workers tha ... More >>
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October 11, 2011
Vegan Dining at Tapas y Tintos: Popeye and Olive's Chickpeas and Creamy-Crunchy Paella
There's a perception that the vegan diet, which excludes all animal products, is incompatible with fine dining. In this new series, the Beet Reporter aims to see whether Miami's tastiest restaurants are prepared to feed vegans with something more than boring garden salads.The menu at Tapas y Tint ... More >>
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October 3, 2011
Vani's Vegan Cupcakes at Govinda's in the Grove
Contrary to popular belief, vegans love cupcakes. In fact, we probably love cupcakes more than the average omnivore. We go months on end conscientiously filling our plates with leafy greens, quinoa, tofu, and vibrant seasonal fruits. We stopped bothering to look at dessert menus at tradition ... More >>
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September 26, 2011
Starve Till You're 120 Years Old the CR Way
Eating too much bad food kills us off early. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), the annual obesity-related death count in the United States is around 325,000. That means you're nearly eight times more likely to die at the hand of a doughnut than in a car acci ... More >>
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September 19, 2011
Vegan Bodybuilder Danny David Sprouts Muscles Naturally, Part 1
Jeff SkeirikDanny David is a raw vegan strength trainer, fitness model, and soon-to-be author."Get big. Get big. Get big!"Here in Miami, this is the mantra that rings in many young men's ears as they wrap their throats around piles of red meat, chicken, tuna, and chalky shake mixes with names ... More >>
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September 12, 2011
Get Laid Faster Than Booze With These Four Weird Drinks
If Bacardi 151 is the most outrageous thing you've ever drunk, you have a lot to learn about drinking.Alcohol is so passe. Take these new age libations to a vegan potluck, and we guarantee you'll get laid just as easily as you would if Captain Morgan were facilitating.Bonus: you'll remember the w ... More >>
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June 21, 2011
Muscle Maker Grill Now Open In Midtown
Lesley ElliottWe told you it was coming, but it took a bit longer than expected. Muscle Maker Grill has officially thrown open the doors at the new Midtown location. They deliver, they cater, they'll wrap it to go...this place aims to be the healthiest version of fast-casual yet to hit the ... More >>
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April 25, 2011
Monty's, Balans and Blue Martini: Fatty Drinks the FDA Doesn't Want You to Know
Lesley ElliottIs your alcohol adding on pounds?The U.S. Food and Drug Administration seems to believe that when it comes to alcohol consumption, ignorance is bliss. It's easy to suck down those creamy, calorie-ridden drinks without thinking about fat and sugar intake, but are we doing ourselves a ... More >>
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March 23, 2011
Movie Theaters Lie: Large Popcorn Equals Three Big Macs
via Flickr CA_JimNot so cute and innocent once you know him inside and out. I long ago stopped eating the offerings at movie theater concession stands. So long ago that I can't remember when I started loading up at Walgreen's and sneaking in healthier, fresher, and better-priced snacks. The reaso ... More >>
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February 23, 2011
Vegan Alert: Get Nutritional Yeast at SoBe's Apple A Day
Camille LambNutritional yeast packs the B-12 most vegans lackI hate saying the words "nutritional yeast" out loud. It sounds like the most unappetizing product ever cultured. And truthfully, it can be. Try putting a straight spoonful of the powder in your mouth. If you don't suffocate on accident ... More >>
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February 12, 2011
Waffles and Records: a Talk with Lolo
It's about the food, not the plates!While everyone's sucking down greasy maple syrup covered bacon at Sunday brunch a group of people more conscious of the fact that meat is murder gather at Sweat Records for the Waffle Party. This isn't just your run of the mill waffle party (if there is such a ... More >>
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November 6, 2010
Hemp Energy Drink? Try Chillo.
Hemp, that beloved fiber of the cannabis sativa plant, seems to be popping up in everything you buy these days. Look online and you'll find clothing, body lotion, paper, granola, milk, butter and protein bars all touting the benefits of this popular plant. But don't be fooled. You won ... More >>
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November 5, 2010
Top 5 Vegan Restaurants in South Florida
Riki AltmanVegan restaurants in Miami are rare. For the most part, they cater to a granola-munching, Birkenstock-wearing demographic, but neglect the rest of us who just like to eat. Maybe veganism would be more widely accepted if it struck a balance between looking appetizing and providin ... More >>
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October 27, 2010
Chef Michael Jacobs Feeds the Miami Heat
Check out Riki Altman's interview with Eric Chopin, the executive chef at the American Airlines Arena.Five feet and 10 inches of Heat feeding fury.So the Heat lost last night. One person who can't be blamed is Chef Michael Jacobs, the man who makes the team's breakfasts and lunches when they practic ... More >>
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March 31, 2010
The Upside of Passover: Coca-Cola With Sugar
The backlash against products with high fructose corn syrup has become more vociferous each year as food crusaders like Michael Pollan decry the artificial sweetener. While Coca-Cola stopped using sugar in place of high fructose corn syrup since the mid-'80s, there is a loophole that many soft drink ... More >>
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October 23, 2008
Ooh, Baby, We Like It Raw
Find your new diet at Whole Foods.
Blogs
September 29, 2008
Baskin-Robbins' Death Shake: Drink Up!
Find your new diet at Whole Foods.
News
May 22, 2008
It's Raining Energy Drinks
Miami is awash in power beverages. Might as well drink up!
Blogs
February 1, 2008
On Bike Efficiency -- And Pricks
Miami is awash in power beverages. Might as well drink up!
Blogs
December 24, 2007
Two Americas, Continued
Miami is awash in power beverages. Might as well drink up!
Blogs
December 24, 2007
Two Americas, Continued
Miami is awash in power beverages. Might as well drink up!
Calendar
November 22, 2007
Walk It Out
Work off that sweet potato casserole ASAP.
Music
November 1, 2007
Whole Wheat Bread
Work off that sweet potato casserole ASAP.
Blogs
September 24, 2007
Hidden Musicians
Work off that sweet potato casserole ASAP.
Blogs
July 16, 2007
Ask the Food Critic: How do Locals Get a Hold of Local Fruit?
Work off that sweet potato casserole ASAP.
Blogs
July 16, 2007
Ask the Food Critic: How do Locals Get a Hold of Local Fruit?
Work off that sweet potato casserole ASAP.
Calendar
March 15, 2007
Heart to Heart
Dr. Agatston cares for the achy-breaky
Dining
January 11, 2007
Fast-Food Children
Making school lunches healthy is an uphill battle
Calendar
April 27, 2006
Dr. Will's Way
Making school lunches healthy is an uphill battle
News
December 8, 2005
The Fat of the Lens
From man-breasts and money comes a local documentary film star
Dining
September 22, 2005
Bask in the Glow of Excellence
From man-breasts and money comes a local documentary film star
Finest Foods
May 15, 2003
BEST FROZEN YOGURT
Creams N Yogurt
Dining
September 5, 2002
Eat It Raw
The counterculture is changing the dining culture
Shops and Wares
May 11, 2000
Best Bait Shop
Kendall Bait and Tackle Inc.
Finest Foods
May 11, 2000
Best Veggie Burger
Gourmet Carrot
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May 13, 1999
Best Early Bird Special
Here Comes the Sun
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