Food and Cooking

At Cafe 46, Tired Renditions of Old Comfort Food Make for a Sad Dinner

Top Five Hangover Cures in South Beach

South Beach is known for many things, but perhaps best for its nightlife. Yet when the sun rises and the disco lights shut down, most of us are left with a stonking great hangover and stomach gurgling for some good grub. So where should one venture on the beach to fulfill that morning-after void? Af ... More >>

Eleven Miami Mother's Day Meals: For the Cougar Mom, the Cheap One and the Magical One

Moms come in all shapes and sizes, and Miami restaurants offer meals  to suit every type.  We've compiled a list of restaurants serving up special meals for Mother's Day... by mom type. Enjoy.Rusty PelicanFor the mom who insists the whole family join her... including abuela.If you're looki ... More >>

Wynwood Food Truck Roundup Off, But There Will Be Trucks (Update)

Beached Miami reported yesterday that the Second Saturday Street Food and Music Festival in Wynwood, scheduled for this Saturday, May 12, was cancelled due to permitting issues.Sakaya Kitchen's manager, Szilvia sent out an email to food truck owners simply stating, "Hello Everyone, Unfortunately t ... More >>

Charlotte Bistro Returns As Mesa

Charlotte Bistro added something extraordinary to Coral Gables when it first appeared on Miracle Mile in 2009. Chef Elida Villaroel, a graduate of the Institut Paul Bocuse in Lyon, France, employed a light touch and a delicate vision to create refined Venezuelan and French-inspired cuisine. And the ... More >>

Chef Allen Susser Celebrates James Beard Awards With Alumni Dinner

For decades, Chef Allen Susser has made an impact on the South Florida culinary scene, but rarely do you see a chef's legacy in person. Last evening's alumni dinner to benefit the James Beard Foundation saw more than a dozen of Miami's best chefs celebrating the Beard Awards at Trio on the B ... More >>

37. Living "Lasagna" Terrine at Lido at The Standard

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 your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.37. Living "Lasagna" Terrine at Lido at The St ... More >>

Local Food in Miami: Phonies, Freeloaders, and the Real Deal

Flickr CCJeff McInnis grew up among a family of farmers. As the chef and partner at Yardbird Southern Table & Bar, he strongly advocates a farm-to-table ethic."People should know where the food they are eating is coming from," he says. "It's the responsibility of all chefs to know as well, and t ... More >>

Sustain Restaurant Bar Closes (Updated)

Sustain Restaurant Bar has closed its doors. The restaurant, which opened in December 2010, was known for using sustainable ingredients sourced as locally as possible.Executive chef Alejandro Piñero, a Miami native whose culinary resumé includes the Strand, Casa Tua, Talula, and Fratelli Lyon, w ... More >>

Ganem Replaces Gorenstein at The Raleigh

In chef-swapping news, Daniel Ganem,who headed up the kitchen at Kane Steakhouse (which shuttered last October), has taken the chef de cuisine position left open by Sam Gorenstein at The Raleigh. Gorenstein, who exited to focus solely on his new venture, My Ceviche, brought Ganem on board. He has be ... More >>

D-Doghouse Uses iPads to Serve Hot Dogs

D-Doghouse has taken the iPad to another level. The Brickell hot-dog palace, which just opened Saturday, May 5, allows guests to peruse the menu and order on iPads attached to every table. The tablets also serve as entertainment systems while patrons wait for their dogs and beers.Though we've seen i ... More >>

Cinco de Mayo Tomorrow: Tell Your Friends Tacos No Son De Los Gringos

There is often confusion concerning the boundaries between Mexican food, Tex-Mex, other-American-Mex, and all variations thereof. Do people in Mexico eat tacos in fried, U-shaped corn tortillas? Is chimichanga a silly American word for an Americanized Mex concoction, or a silly Mexican word for an a ... More >>

Kentucky Derby Day Parties in Miami: Juleps, Hats, and Bourbon

The 138th running of the Kentucky Derby is this Saturday and while it's been called the most exciting two minutes in sports -- it can also be said to be the shortest sporting event in the world.So how do you stretch two minutes into a day-long event? Wear silly hats and drink a lot of bourbon, of co ... More >>

PM Fish and Steak House: Pricey Steaks in a Gorgeous, Bicultural Setting

The 138th running of the Kentucky Derby is this Saturday and while it's been called the most exciting two minutes in sports -- it can also be said to be the shortest sporting event in the world.So how do you stretch two minutes into a day-long event? Wear silly hats and drink a lot of bourbon, of co ... More >>

Bagel Express: Interview With An Old School Bagelmeister

Henry and Maria Herzbrun debuted Bagel Express in Palmetto Bay on September 15, 1992. "Right after Hurricane Andrew," recalls Henry. "For the first two years we used to hand roll our own bagels."He had a partner back then, and they were trained in the disappearing craft of hand-rolling bagels by "an ... More >>

American Craft Beer Week Just Ahead: Wagyu Beef, Tiger Prawns, and Discounts on Suds

American Craft Beer Week in Miami begins Monday, May 14. What better excuse do you need to dress up like Gambrinus with beer stein in hand for seven days in a row?Brown Distributing is helping Miami shake its non-beer-loving image by driving all over the county to make sure there are enoug ... More >>

Cinco de Mayo Events in Miami: Food Trucks, Markets, Fiestas

Cinco de Mayo is this Saturday, and that means it's time for margaritas and mariachis. True, the holiday has turned into a bigger party in the States than in Mexico, and it's really not a celebration of Mexico's Independence Day (which, by the way, is September 16). But who cares? It's a reason to c ... More >>

41. Chicken Parm Sliders at Prime Italian

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 your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.41. Chicken Parm Sliders at Prime ItalianPrime Ita ... More >>

Publix Seafood Practices Rank 19 of 20 Stores Analyzed, Greenpeace Says

Wikimedia CCPublix seafood practices score a failing grade of 2.7 out of 10, according to the environmental group Greenpeace. A study by the organization's Carting Away the Oceans project (CATO) analyzed major grocers such as Target, Safeway, Whole Foods, and Winn-Dixie. Publix landed at 19 among th ... More >>

From French Toast to Kobe Filet, Villa Mayfair Launches Crazy Good Brunch Deal

Beginning this Sunday, May 6, brunch takes on a whole new meaning at Villa Mayfair in Coconut Grove. Every single item on the menu can be mixed and matched to the tune of $28 in total. What does this mean exactly? Here's the deal: whether you want french toast or a Kobe filet, you'll pay $28. In fac ... More >>

Pier 94 Ceviche Bar Is a Downtown Peruvian Catch

"The Village" has to be one of the coolest spots to dine in downtown Miami. The minimall of restaurants is located across the street from the Miami Tower, and features courtyard dining at some very worthy eateries. Martini 28 is one. Thai Angel was another, but it is now out of business. The unworth ... More >>

PM Fish & Steak House: Inconsistent Service in a Bicultural Setting

There are steak houses, there are Argentine steak houses, and then there is PM Fish & Steak House, an utter hybrid of the two. Diners are privy to provoleta and empanadas but can also opt for salmon tartare or carpaccio of smoked marlin. Ceviche and tirados are on the menu, and so is a tuna-wate ... More >>

44. Seafood Orgy at CVI.CHE 105

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 your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.44. Seafood Orgy at CVI.CHE 105The name says it al ... More >>

Symcha's Sure Looks Closed

There is no sign on the window announcing closure, but Symcha's hasn't been open for business during at least the past four nights, and isn't answering the phone. I snapped these photos on Sunday, at an hour when the restaurant was supposed to be serving dinner. Looks like it's curtains for the eleg ... More >>

When the Rain Stops: Rusty Pelican Happy Hour?

Executive chef Michael Gilligan is at the helm of the new kitchen at the landmark Rusty Pelican on the Rickenbacker Causeway. The $7 million in recent renovations include a tranquil feng shui fountain at the entrance, new décor throughout the two-story building, and a wine cellar that greets g ... More >>

46. Aji Amarillo Ceviche at My Ceviche

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 your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.46. Aji Amarillo Ceviche at My CevicheThe qual ... More >>

db Bistro Moderne: Free Bordeaux With Your $34 Burger

It only makes sense that a boutique burger at a bistro be paired with a glass of Bordeaux. And so starting Tuesday, May 1, db Bistro Moderne is offering a complimentary glass of the austere French wine with every hamburger purchased at lunch or dinner (a pairing long favored by chef Daniel Boulud). ... More >>

Kokoriko Natural Rotisserie Celebrates Opening With 50 Percent Off Deal

Kokoriko Natural Rotisserie, a fast-casual restaurant, has opened in Brickell, bringing Colombian-style chicken and sides to Miami. If the name sounds familiar, it's because Kokoriko Chicken has been open in South Miami for years. Both restaurants are owned by the same parent company, by the way. Th ... More >>

Sustain, Gotham Steak, City Hall and More: Misleading Salmon Descriptions

via Flickr CCSustain Restaurant Bar has developed a brand synonymous with greener eating. Deconstructed branches line its walls and lamps in natural shapes light up its vast open space, all contributing to a signature earthy feel. The menu lists ingredients with sources and location, and the resta ... More >>

Pink Slime and Now Mad Cow? Skip the Beef, Opt for a Homemade Veggie Burger Instead

Emily CodikVeggie Burger from Green Gables CaféOn Tuesday, the USDA confirmed the detection of Mad Cow disease in a California dairy cow. Even though the agency also announced that American beef and milk continue to be safe for consumption, reports have already surfaced of countries like Indonesia ... More >>

Juvia's Cuisine Doesn't Quite Equal the Setting, but the Vista Is Glorious

Emily CodikVeggie Burger from Green Gables CaféOn Tuesday, the USDA confirmed the detection of Mad Cow disease in a California dairy cow. Even though the agency also announced that American beef and milk continue to be safe for consumption, reports have already surfaced of countries like Indonesia ... More >>

Miami's Top Five Best Croissants

​Want access to our Best Of picks from your smartphone? Download our free Best Of app for the iPhone or Android phone from the App Store or Google Play.If you want the finest croissant you'll ever have outside of Paris, head right over to Claude's Patisserie. Claude retired some years ago, but he ... More >>

48. Victoria Station at The News Lounge

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 your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.48. Victoria Station at The News LoungeNews Lo ... More >>

Miami Club Rum: A Distillery Tour (Photos)

You might miss the entrance to the Miami Club Rum distillery (2320 N Miami Avenue, Miami), housed alongside the locked galleries and thrift shops that line North Miami Avenue in Wynwood. The nondescript building is rather small when compared to most rum distilleries in the Caribbean, which come equi ... More >>

Horacio Rivadero's Tips on Cooking Like an Inspired Restaurant Chef

All photos by Emily CodikSick and tired of those dull, home-cooked dinners of buttered pasta? Instead, try following the advice of Horacio Rivadero, executive chef of The Dining Room in South Beach. With his advice, you can develop an inspired recipe of your very own.Chef Rivadero believes that trul ... More >>

Juvia: Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen

Juvia sits on the penthouse level of the Herzog & de Meuron-designed building at 1111 Lincoln Rd. like a sparkling jewel set in concrete. After a brief elevator ride, guests step into an open-air dining room with vertical gardens designed by Patrick Blanc. The rest of the space is defined by nat ... More >>

Miami's Top Three Dining Streets

The question was posed to me in an email from some food television media type for an unspecified project:What is the best restaurant street in Miami? Think in terms of diversity or history or kitchen talent -- whatever quality makes it interesting and worth eating one's way from one end of the stree ... More >>

Kings County Pizza Sells Da Real Brooklyn Slice

Brooklyn is located in Kings County, New York, and Kings County Pizza is located in North Miami Beach. The small slice of a restaurant is owned by a couple with roots in Queens and Long Island, but the pizza is touted as "Brooklyn's Finest." I'm not sure I'd go that far, but Kings' certainly serves ... More >>

Josh's Deli: Reubens, Jewbans, and More

Josh's Delicatessen and Appetizing,  in the old Chow Down Grill Surfside location, is just right for the spot.In an effort to bring the old Jewish-deli concept back where, surprisingly, there isn't one like it, Josh Marcus and his second in command, Jason Suttmiller, offer all the favorites: pa ... More >>

Top Secretary's Day Gifts For Wednesday: Spa and Eats

In honor of Administrative Professionals Day (say that three times fast), numerous establishments are providing quick escapes for those backbones of our offices. Waterfront lunches with views of downtown, indulgent spa escapes and even free cocktails can be found around the city on April 25.This hol ... More >>

Free Curried Goat Tacos: Dos Equis Taco Truck In Miami Wednesday

If you've been waiting for the day a Dos Equis taco truck drives into your city, stay thirsty my friend. It's coming soon. The "most interesting" food truck in the world is on a multi-city tour and coming here on Wednesday, partnering with Jefe's food truck and chef Jack Garabedian to throw a 10-day ... More >>

B.R.E.W. FIU: Not Just For Students

Florida International University has plans to build a research brewery, with many thanks to the student homebrewing club, B.R.E.W. FIU, which has wielded a considerable amount of influence since their inception last Spring. The acronym stands for Biscayne Renowned Engineers of Wort. This are not jus ... More >>

Mor's Kosher Deli Offers "Mor" For Less

Mor, from Tel Aviv, opened his kosher sandwich shop at 19200 West Dixie Highway in Aventura about two months ago. There are some ten sandwiches on the menu that look like food you would find anywhere else -- such as the "Italian" sub of dried salami, honey-glazed turkey breast, lettuce, tomato, onio ... More >>

Miami Rum Renaissance Festival: Ten New Rums You Haven't Tried Yet

View photos from Miami Rum Renaissance Festival 2012 at Deauville Beach Resort here.The Miami Rum Renaissance Festival at the Deauville Resort concluded last evening with a 6:45 p.m. "last call", prompting event goers to rush to their favorite rum booth for one last mojito or shot of the elixir favo ... More >>

Rum Renaissance Ends Today: Try These Brands

So many rums, so little time!If you attend today's wrap-up of 2012 Rum Renaissance at the Deauville Beach Resort, (starting at noon for VIP, 1 p.m. for regular admission). Short Order has you covered. Yesterday we squirmed our way through the many vendors and tasted the finest of the bunch. Here is ... More >>

51. Minuta at La Camaronera's The Fish Box

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 your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.51. Minuta at La Camaronera's The Fish BoxA fi ... More >>

52. Carolina Piggie Platter at Austen's

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 your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.As one of South Beach's newest eateries, many hav ... More >>

Bianca at the Delano: High Prices and Snobbery Stir Memories of a Meaner South Beach

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Bianca at the Delano: South Beach's Bad Dining Habits Re-Emerge

To enter Bianca, the Delano Hotel restaurant that arrived at January's end, is to step back in time to South Beach during the heady '90s. In those days, fine-dining establishments could charge what they wanted for whatever fussed-up fusion cuisine they felt like serving. They could provide negligent ... More >>

54. Chicken Parmesan at Vesper

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 your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com54. Chicken Parmesan at VesperThis colossal din ... More >>