Foods

Macchialina Taverna Rustica: Magic and Pasta Happen Here

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Miami's Best Brazilian Restaurants

​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. Don't forget to check out the full Best of Miami® 2012 online at bestof.voiceplaces.com.The 16th Annual Brazilian Film Festival, presented by In ... More >>

Pilar Restaurant and Lounge in Aventura Stays the Course With Well-Priced, Perfectly Cooked Fish

My Ceviche's Sam Gorenstein On Fish Pricing

Groupers have giant heads, which combined with neatly pressed white napkins and tasteful interiors, explain why a good piece of fish comes at a high price. Great seafood in South Florida is as ubiquitous as bad driving, and some of the best can be had at prices as low as few bucks. Keeping it cheap ... More >>

Miami's Ten Spiciest Dishes: Murg Vindaloo, "Salsa of Life" and Spicy Conch Salad

Miami Spice, now in its 11th year, has grown to become one of the most popular events of the year. For two months, its a foodie's dream -- South Beach Wine & Food Festival at Festival Flea Market prices. With Miami Spice kicking off this past Wednesday, Short Order decided to get a little better ... More >>

Fake Chocolate Milk Smackdown, Part One: Silk Almond vs. Blue Diamond Almond

What hath the dog days of summer wrought? A smackdown testing out fake chocolate milk, that's what. Does this mean that nothing much of interest is happening in the local food world today? Unless you find the sexual preference of chicken franchise customers a matter of fascination, that's about righ ... More >>

The Perfect Roast Chicken: Tips From Andrew Carmellini, Jeff McInnis and Michael Schwartz

Emily CodikA roast chicken is a lot like a chocolate chip cookie. Both are obviously prepared in an oven, but aside from that, both are one of the most popular subjects tackled by food writers, alongside other classics like the perfect pie crust or chicken noodle soup. Just like every pastry cookboo ... More >>

Red Robin at The Falls Now Serves Ghost Peppers On Its Burgers, Wants to Destroy Your Mouth

Never mind Miami Spice, you want spice? Red Robin, the gourmet burger chain, will soon be the first national chain to have the ghost pepper on its menu. Keep in mind that the ghost pepper, or Bhut jolokia, is one of the world's hottest peppers, measuring anywhere between 855,000 to more than 1,000,0 ... More >>

Paradise Farms Spends USDA Grant to Grow Healthy Mushroom Snacks for Miami Kids

The public at large is becoming wise to the fact that eating healthy should begin early, and local organic farmer Gabrielle Marewski of Paradise Farms seems to be on to this concept with her oyster mushroom project. Last February Marewski was awarded a $50,000 USDA Value-Added grant to help small fa ... More >>

The Best of Miami Spice 2012, Part Three

See also Miami Spice, the Good, the Great and the Grudging, Part One and Part TwoThis three-part look at Miami Spice comes just as the dining program gets set to begin on August 1. There has been a split in price categories this year, meaning there is now a "fine dining" grouping as well as a "luxur ... More >>

Miami Spice 2012: The Good, The Great and The Grudging, Part Two

See also: "Miami Spice 2012: The Good"This three-part look at Miami Spice comes just as the dining program gets set to begin on August 1. There has been a split in price categories this year, meaning there is now a "fine dining" grouping as well as a "luxury" grouping. The fine dining price point dr ... More >>

Flapjack Flip-Off XII: Miami's Best Chocolate Chip Pancakes 2012

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Miami Spice 2012: The Good, The Great and The Grudging, Part One

Over the next three days, in the run-up to the August 1 roll-out of Miami Spice, I will rate the deals of some 50-plus menus as being good, great, or grudging.There has been a split in price categories this year, meaning there is now a "fine dining" grouping as well as a "luxury" grouping. The fine ... More >>

Fish Mislabeling, "Bro, That's Been Going On For Years"

Once a fish is skinned off and filleted it's difficult for even an expert fisherman to know what species they're looking at.That's why it's so easy to fleece the average consumer with a mislabeled fish.The ol' fish switcheroo is nothing new, and the profits it generates keep the cycle going.We spoke ... More >>

Lies! South Florida Sushi Restaurants Mislabeled White and Yellowfin Tuna 100 Percent of the Time

The next time you go for happy-hour sushi in Miami, there is a 100 percent chance you will not receive that roll of white tuna sushi even though you paid for it, according to a study released yesterday by Oceana, an ocean conservation group. Other mislabelings include yellowfin tuna and whitefish. I ... More >>

Five Guys vs. OMG! Burgers: Which is Better?

In-N-Out Burger set up its first shop in 1948: Fresh, never-frozen, cooked-to-order double-patty burgers on house-made buns. French fries cut in the stores and cooked in vegetable oil. Shakes made from real ice cream. In other words, a quality fast-food burger chain (currently with some 280 branches ... More >>

Happy Endings, Prima Donnas, and Midnight Moon: A Cheesemonger Creates Perfect Plates For Us

The Cheese Course, which recently expanded its empire with the opening of a new location in Pinecrest, dominates the local landscape when it comes to fromage. Although other gourmet groceries may carry rounded displays, The Cheese Course digs deep to import a wide array of unusual and diverse produc ... More >>

Stop Hating Vegetables in Five Steps

I have conversations about plant-based diets every single day. Most people I chat with recognize the value of moving to a diet that includes a higher concentration of nutrient-rich plant foods. Many express a desire or even a resolve to eat more fruits and vegetables, and then the discussion moves o ... More >>

Villa Azur's Pricey Mediterranean Fare Is Fresh but Nothing Special

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Splish Splash

Josh's Deli: Old-School, House-Cured Meats and Pickles in Miami Beach

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NBA Miami-OKC Bet: Corrupt Crabs on the Line

OK, so the Oklahoma City Thunder whacked the Miami Heat last night. But does that mean Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Gimenez will have to pay up with frozen stone crabs?On Monday, Gimenez and Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett bet on their cities' competing teams: If the Heat wins the series, Gimenez w ... More >>

Miami vs. Seattle Food Scenes: The Magic City Falls Short

Fruits and Veggies Can Help You Stop Smoking, Study Suggests

University of Buffalo researchers published a study yesterday showing the correlation between the consumption of fruits and vegetables and the amount of cigarettes a person smoked over the course of 14 months.With the bountiful fruit and vegetables Miami's tropical climate has to offer, could upping ... More >>

12. Red Snapper in a Bowl at Joe's Stone Crab

New Times' Best of Miami 2012 issue is coming June 14. Until then, Short Order will serve up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. If you want to vote on which restaurant has the best dish, click here.11. Red Snapper Fish in a Bowl at Joe's Stone CrabVery rarely does a restaurant stay in the hands ... More >>

Edge Steak and Bar Wins With Delicious Cuts, Bright Cuisine, and Affordable Bills

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Today: My Ceviche Celebrates Locals, End of Season With $3 Stone Crab Claws

My Ceviche is South Beach's answer to the pretentious, over-priced corporate establishments on Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue. Co-owners Roger Duarte and James-Beard-nominated executive chef Sam Gorenstein are one reason, and Tuesday they plan on celebrating another."Locals are what drive this estab ... More >>

New at La Provence: Breads To Go, Salmon, Leek Quiche With Salad for $5.95

La Provence is letting the public in on its commercial business. The bakery and café chain (with 9 locations including Brickell, Coral Gables and Doral) is offering up the breads they bake daily for hotels and restaurants to their retail customers.Most breads can be made with 24 or 48 hours notice ... More >>

Stone Crab Season Ends Wednesday

Stone crab season ends May 16, bringing an end to that beautiful cracking and slurping until October. We're going to miss dipping those sweet pink and purple claws in creamy mustard sauce, but are delighted the crabs have the summer to rest and mate.We suggest a stone crab feast tonight as the perfe ... More >>

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

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 >>

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 >>

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 >>

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 >>

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 >>

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 >>

Sam Gorenstein's Tips on Fresh Fish, Part One: Shop for Guts, Slime, and Bloodlines

Photo Courtesy of My CevicheThe phrase "catch of the day" might evoke thoughts of family-run fishing boats, quaint coastal towns and early morning markets. Add a couple of seagulls, a few fishmongers wearing yellow rubber overalls and you have quite the romanticized vision of fresh fish.Unfortunatel ... More >>

56. Egg Salad BLT at The Daily Creative Food Co.

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.com56. Egg Salad BLT at The Daily Creative Food Co ... More >>

Marlins Park Scores Big With Unusual, Gourmet Twists on Ballpark Cuisine

My Ceviche: Sam Gorenstein Is Taking Orders

Here's an actual conversation overheard at My Ceviche last evening:Sam Gorenstein: Hi. Welcome to My Ceviche.Young couple: [Perusing the menu board] Hi!Gorenstein: Is this your first time here?Man in couple: Yes. I know someone who works at the Raleigh, and she said that Sam Gorenstein ope ... More >>

62. Chicken Tikka Masala at Bombay Darbar

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.com62. Chicken Tikka Masala at Bombay DarbarWhen w ... More >>

63. Empanadas at Go-Go Fresh Food Cafe

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.com63. Empanadas at Go-Go Fresh Food CafeOnce upon ... More >>

Salumeria 104: A Midtown Trattoria Treats Miami to Delectable Regional Italian Fare

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The Grind Burgers Announced

​The Grind, Miami's home town burger competition, is this Saturday and we're finally counting down to burger madness.On March 31 at 7 p.m., 30 local restaurants will compete with their meat at Wynwood's Miami Entertainment Complex. Tickets are still available for $75 in advance, $85 at the door. V ... More >>

Deli Battle at Four Local Sedano's Locations

​It happens to us all the time: you're at the supermarket deli counter, waiting in what seems to be an endless line of people getting out of work, you look at the number on your little green ticket stub and it says 62. But the number in brightly lit red lettering behind the counter says 40.Ugh. "I ... More >>

Miami's Ten Best Bakeries: Calling All Carb-Hounds

​Hunting down fresh baked goods worth the calorie intake is a feat requiring carbohydrate perseverance. Most often, we hear complaints from local pastry chefs about the water and the humidity, which can effectively drain the life out of breads and cakes. The cry-out for good pastry in Miami is gut ... More >>

72. Turkey and Prosciutto With Fresh Mozzarella at La Sandwicherie

It's that time of year again 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.​72. Turkey and Prosciutto With Fresh Moz ... More >>

Chow Down Grill Surfside to Morph into Josh's Deli & Appetizer (Photos)

​If you could grant Chow Down Grill's Josh Marcus three wishes, he would ask to run a Chinese restaurant, a sushi restaurant, and a Jewish delicatessen.It seems as though Marcus' dreams will come true when his original Chow Down Grill in Surfside transitions into Josh's Deli & Appetizer. The i ... More >>