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May 23, 2012
Memorial Day Weekend in Miami: Try These James Beard-Certified Dishes
Rain is forecast this Memorial Day weekend, so you might want to rethink those beach plans. Have a wonderful meal at one of Miami's best restaurants.As an incentive, seven Miami establishments are participating in Serving Up James Beard. Participating restaurants feature a signature dish, with one d ... More >>
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May 8, 2012
James Beard Awards Screw Latino Workers
Last night, as many of our loyal readers watched NBC's The Voice, ABC's Dancing with the Stars, and Travel Channel's No Reservations, a bit of virtual battle was taking place on Twitter. Perhaps a few (likely from the culinary industry) tuned into the live webcast of the James Beard Foundation award ... More >>
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May 8, 2012
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 >>
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May 3, 2012
Hedy Goldsmith's Cookbook Available For Presale: We Have a Preview
2012 is turning out to be a good year, indeed, for Michael's Genuine Food & Drink pastry chef Hedy Goldsmith. The modest and talented chef is on her way this weekend to New York City for the annual James Beard Foundation Awards ceremony at Lincoln Center's Avery Fisher Hall on Monday, May 7, whe ... More >>
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April 18, 2012
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 >>
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April 10, 2012
From Backyard to Table: Williams-Sonoma Now Sells Chicken Coops and Edible Gardens
Williams-SonomaForget farm to table. Backyard to table is the next big thing. If you ever thought the car ride from the farmer's market to your dining table was too long, then I have great news. Williams-Sonoma announced last week it would sell chicken coops, beehives, edible gardens and even D ... More >>
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March 29, 2012
Jeff McInnis Talks Breasts and Legs, Of Chicken, That Is
I used to judge diners as unadventurous when they ordered chicken at a restaurant. It always felt like the safe option, ubiquitous even at dinner parties. But things have changed and chicken has earned itself a renewed reputation.This respect is evident with the dishes of Jeff McInnis, the Jam ... More >>
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March 21, 2012
Hedy Goldsmith Talks James Beard, Cookbooks, and Tattoos
On Monday, the 2012 James Beard finalists were announced, leaving Michael's Genuine Food & Drink pastry chef Hedy Goldsmith the last hope of Miami taking home a coveted Beard award this year. Her boss, Michael's chef/owner Michael Schwartz, received the Beard award for Best Chef South in 2010 ... More >>
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March 19, 2012
Will Miami Ever Be Home to a First-Class Bakery?
Despite being home to many James Beard Award-winning and nominated chefs, Miami continues to lack a first-class bakery. I'm not talking about those obscure places offering bland baguettes and lackluster pastries, and I definitely don't mean those cupcake shops that keep popping up just about everywh ... More >>
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March 15, 2012
Miami's Top Five Gastropubs
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.The first gastropub is generally considered to have been The Eagle, in London. Michael Belben and David Eyre launched it in 1991, and it was si ... More >>
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March 13, 2012
Expensive Crystal, Sexy Wine at Bloomingdale's Aventura
Usually when you take something without paying for it at Bloomingdale's you also get a free limo ride -- to the nearest police station.But next Wednesday, March 21, from 7 to 9 p.m., Bloomingdale's Aventura is inviting you to indulge in some very good wine while trying out some pricey crystal fro ... More >>
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February 27, 2012
Chipotle's Steve Ells and Nate Appleman at the South Beach Wine and Food Festival
Chipotle Mexican Grill founder, Chef and co-CEO Steve Ells (WSJ Magazine "Innovator of the Year" award winner), along with chef Nate Appleman (James Beard Foundation Rising Star Chef), gave an intense, 45-minute demonstration of some of the Chipotle's famous dishes this weekend.Guests enjoyed sam ... More >>
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February 20, 2012
SoBeWFF: Paula Deen's Southern Charm and Other Big Names at the Festival
Famous for cooking rich Southern cuisine, Paula Deen received mixed press after announcing she had been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. "I've never recommended that people go into their kitchen and prepare these fattening meals every day," she said. "But I'm feeling a little vulnerable." Truth is ... More >>
Dining
February 16, 2012
Tuyo: Miami culinary icon Norman Van Aken stays true to his New World vision
View a slide show of Tuyo.
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February 15, 2012
Free Tickets: Harry's Pizzeria Hosting James Beard Winner Marc Vetri Pop-Up (Updated)
We're not sure if Michael Schwartz is having more fun as chef or host at Harry's Pizzeria, but we say whatever makes him happy, makes us very happy (and hungry).As an early kick-off to the parties and festivities of the 2012 South Beach Wine & Food Festival, Harry's Pizzeria is hosting anothe ... More >>
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February 14, 2012
Tuyo Delivers Classic Norman Van Aken New World Cuisine
After a brief elevator ride to the top floor of the new Miami Culinary Institute, diners entering Tuyo are instantly captivated by the sweeping view afforded by dramatically framed floor-to-ceiling windows. The breathtaking vista brings the illuminated Freedom Tower and American Airlines Arena fr ... More >>
Dining
February 9, 2012
The Dutch: The W South Beach's hot new restaurant serves food as lively as the scene
View a slide show of the Dutch.
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January 18, 2012
Rapicavoli Leaving 660 at the Angler's and Opening a Popup in February
Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli formally announced that after his recently aired victory on Food Network's Chopped, his last day at 660 at the Angler's will be January 20. Come the first week of February, he'll open Miami's second popup, Eating House.Before getting the scoop on his new endeavors, however ... More >>
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November 24, 2011
Michelle Bernstein: Magic City Martha Stewart
Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli formally announced that after his recently aired victory on Food Network's Chopped, his last day at 660 at the Angler's will be January 20. Come the first week of February, he'll open Miami's second popup, Eating House.Before getting the scoop on his new endeavors, however ... More >>
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November 23, 2011
Miami People 2011 Issue Out On Newsstands Today
Orietta De LuqueFor months, we've been working hard to put together our Miami People 2011 issue. We dedicated most of this week's editorial space highlighting 30 of the city's most intriguing artists, athletes, intellectuals, and visionaries through photographs and interviews. Not all of them are ... More >>
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October 20, 2011
Chophouse Miami Reboots With New Chef, New Menu, and Whole New Vibe
JVSChef Jacques Van Staden, of the soon to be new and improved Chophouse Miami. Once upon a time, Manny's Steaks became Chophouse Miami, but nothing really changed all that much -- big hunks of meat, creamed spinach, and the expected steak-house vibe (leather banquettes, dark wood, white tableclo ... More >>
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October 19, 2011
James Beard Awards: Nominations Are Open and You Can Vote
Michelle Bernstein won the 2008 Beard Award for Best Chef: SouthThe nomination process is open for the 2012 James Beard Awards and everyone, including non-members can vote for their favorites. There are 21 categories, including Best Chef: South (which includes Florida), Outstanding Pastry Chef, O ... More >>
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July 14, 2011
Michael Schwartz Cooks For Today Show
Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economyLocal chef and James Beard Award-winner Michael Schwartz was on NBC's Today to plug in his cookbook and show America how to prepare a caramelized onion dip with thick-cut potato chips. Of course, if you a Schwartz fan you know ... More >>
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July 6, 2011
Acqua to Close at Four Seasons; Last Brunch This Sunday
Last oink this Sunday Acqua will be serving a "Farewell Brunch" at the Four Seasons Hotel Miami this Sunday, July 14. It's your last chance to indulge in the expansive buffet that includes a whole roasted pig, a sprawling raw bar, and a dessert display overflowing with 30-plus types of mini ... More >>
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June 22, 2011
Saveur's Newest Cookbook: Worldwide Recipe Espionage
The New Comfort Food/Chronicle BooksJames Beard award-winning magazine, 'Saveur', has released a cookbook that does more than simply regurgitate a back-log of published recipes. For The New Comfort Food, editor-in-chief and Top Chef judge, James Oseland, sought secrets from chefs aroun ... More >>
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May 11, 2011
Mario Batali is Hiring on Monster.com
Mario Batali wants you (if you speak Italian and know Microsoft Office)Back in the day when I was unhappy with my previous 80-hour-a-week job, I submitted my resume to Monster.com. This morning, I received a rather curious email stating "Celebrity Chef Mario Batali is looking for a motivat ... More >>
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March 21, 2011
Zach Bell Makes The 2011 James Beard Awards Finalist List
Zach Bell of Café Bouloud in Palm Beach is the sole Florida chef nominated for a 2011 James Beard Award. Finalists for this highest honor in the culinary world were announced today in Portland, Oregon and on Twitter by the James Beard Foundation.Bell is a finalist in the Best Chef: South categor ... More >>
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March 18, 2011
Special Prix Fixe: Botran Rum Menu at De Rodriguez Cuba on Ocean Through April 15
Florida lobster ceviche with local heirloom tomatoes and avocado, topped with stone crab mustard and Botran Rum ice cream.Riding the momentum of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival, De Rodriguez Cuba on Ocean (inside the Hilton Bentley) and Botran Rum is offering a special rum-tastic prix fi ... More >>
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March 7, 2011
Morimoto Disciple To Open Eatery, Balloo To Cook At Beard Bash, and The Kosta Is Clear
Lee KleinWill Morimoto chef serve Morimoto sake?Restaurateur Stephen Starr (Steak 954 in Fort Lauderdale) is set to debut his second South Florida Restaurant, Makoto at Bal Harbour Shops, in late March. Why are we genuinely optimistic? Namesake chef Makoto Okuwa is a disciple of the famed Chef Mo ... More >>
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March 1, 2011
Interview With Christopher Lee, Executive Chef at Eden South Beach
As a teenager, Christopher Lee became fascinated with food. "I always knew that I wanted to be a chef. In high school, I used to ditch classes just to watch cooking shows on TV."He went on to study at the California Culinary Academy and sharpen his knife at some of the nation's most renowned rest ... More >>
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February 15, 2011
Michael's Genuine Food Cookbook Giveaway
Finally, it's out today. We're talking about Michael Schwartz's cookbook, Michael's Genuine Food.If the jacket is any indication, Schwartz can already count people like Emeril Lagasse, Gail Simmons, and Daniel Boulud as fans of his simple-looking but packed-with-flavor recipes. The James Beard Aw ... More >>
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November 17, 2010
Interview: Mark Kurlansky's Edible Stories, Part 2
Courtesy Riverhead BooksThis is part two of an interview with journalist, author, and historian Mark Kurlansky. (Part one is here.) Some of his best known books are the international best-sellers Salt, Cod (which won a James Beard award) and A Basque History of the World. His latest b ... More >>
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November 16, 2010
Interview: Author Mark Kurlansky on Edible Stories
Sylvia PlachyJournalist, author, and historian Mark Kurlansky's most well-known books are the international best-sellers Salt, Cod (which won a James Beard award), 1968, The Food of a Younger Land, and A Basque History of the World. His latest book, Edible Stories, is his third work of fiction.&n ... More >>
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October 29, 2010
Eden South Beach Opens Tonight
Paula NiñoEden's main dining roomThat was quick. Three months after taking over the former Talula locale, the owners of Eden South Beach are ready to swing its doors open to the public tonight. Gone is the dark, rustic feel of the former place. The space now has a more airy feel with black til ... More >>
Dining
October 28, 2010
Short Order Award winners
Paula NiñoEden's main dining roomThat was quick. Three months after taking over the former Talula locale, the owners of Eden South Beach are ready to swing its doors open to the public tonight. Gone is the dark, rustic feel of the former place. The space now has a more airy feel with black til ... More >>
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September 23, 2010
A Bite of Bittman
Paula NiñoEden's main dining roomThat was quick. Three months after taking over the former Talula locale, the owners of Eden South Beach are ready to swing its doors open to the public tonight. Gone is the dark, rustic feel of the former place. The space now has a more airy feel with black til ... More >>
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September 2, 2010
Blogger's Bout: Michael's Genuine
Blogger Hannah Littman and New Times editor Chuck Strouse disagree about Design District pioneer and national powerhouse Michael's Genuine. What follows are their disparate views:Walk into Michael's Genuine, the much applauded, infrequently dissed Design District restaurant and you note it right ... More >>
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August 19, 2010
Exclusive: Talula Sold, Eden Coming Soon -- Updated
Chef Chris Lee will be creating farm-to-table dishes at Eden. Top Chef's Andrea Curto-Randazzo, along with hubby Frank Randazzo, has finally sold Talula. The long-suffering restaurant was put on the market a few months ago, despite Andrea's brief brush with fame on Top Chef.Coming in its place is ... More >>
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July 16, 2010
IIzabela Wojcik of the James Beard Foundation Talks About Beard House
Izabela Wojcik from The James Beard FoundationBefore we begin describing the amazing Bastille Day dinner the Biltmore's chef, Philippe Ruiz, created for the esteemed James Beard House this week, first we thought it best to inform those of us who are willing to admit ignorance what this honor was ... More >>
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June 9, 2010
Michael's Genuine Food Cart's Menu For Saturday
Michael's Genuine food cart is hitting the Design District again this weekend. This month the menu has a decidedly Asian flair to it. James Beard Award winner and Michael's Genuine proprietor Michael Schwartz will be serving banh mi with house-cured pork, pickled vegetables, torn herbs and sambal ai ... More >>
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June 1, 2010
Cooking Channel: The First 24 Hours
Laura Calder: Because every food channel needs its own Rachael Ray.Yesterday, if you skipped on the memorializing of our nation's veterans through grilling various meats, you might have parked yourself in front of your TV to catch the premiere of the Cooking Channel. The network replaced Fine Liv ... More >>
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May 14, 2010
Steven Raichlen's New Grilling Cookbook Goes International
Barbecue guru Steven Raichlen. Memorial Day is upon us, and just in time for grilling season barbecue expert Steven Raichlen has released a new cookbook devoted to cooking outdoors. Planet Barbecue! covers grilling in 60 countries; Raichlen personally visited 53 of them for his research. Dishes s ... More >>
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May 7, 2009
Broccoli Soup for the Soul
Barbecue guru Steven Raichlen. Memorial Day is upon us, and just in time for grilling season barbecue expert Steven Raichlen has released a new cookbook devoted to cooking outdoors. Planet Barbecue! covers grilling in 60 countries; Raichlen personally visited 53 of them for his research. Dishes s ... More >>
Dining
August 28, 2008
Tap Tap Has the Haitian Eats in Miami Beach
And don't miss the live Haitian folk-jazz band.
Dining
April 10, 2008
Doug Rodriguez Is Back
New Latin cuisine moves to the Beach.
Dining
February 28, 2008
Bourbon Buzz
The latest Michael Mina venture is as fine as fine dining gets around here.
Dining
September 4, 2003
Talula, Baby
The main ingredient in Talula's terrific taste? Um, it's all good
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