Marriott International Inc.

Dalia Dippolito might have tried to kill her husband, but he was no saintly victim

New Burger King Whopper Bar South Beach Holding Casting Auditions

via Whopper Bar now hiring ad on CraigslistHahahaha. Doesn't that sign look like it says "Shave it your way?" ​​What is Whopper Bar? A high-falutin' fast food joint with an upscale interior, 22 topping choices for a Whopper-based menu, the fatter-patty casual dining upgrade burger, Whopperistas ... More >>

With Extract, Mike Judge Goes Back to Work

Benihana Teppanyaki Announces Renewal, Better Shrimp, Beef, Chicken and More Japan

image via wwworks flickr​Ever been to Benihana Teppanyaki and bemoaned the "lack of Japan" in the place? The company is addressing your concerns on that point and others. Miami headquartered Benihana Inc., which operates 65 Benihana teppanyaki restaurants, 25 RA Sushi Bars, and 9 Haru sushi r ... More >>

Benihana Teppanyaki Announces Renewal, Better Shrimp, Beef, Chicken and More Japan

image via wwworks flickr​Ever been to Benihana Teppanyaki and bemoaned the "lack of Japan" in the place? The company is addressing your concerns on that point and others. Miami headquartered Benihana Inc., which operates 65 Benihana teppanyaki restaurants, 25 RA Sushi Bars, and 9 Haru sushi r ... More >>

Norman's 180 Update: Blueprints and Van Aken's Moving Plans

Twitpic.comArchitect Malcolm Berg with some pointers, via @normanvanakenBlueprints and drawings for Norman's 180, Norman Van Aken's forthcoming Coral Gables restaurant slated to open at 180 Aragon in the Colonnade Hotel in November, are now on his architect's website.  At first glance, the desi ... More >>

Hell's Kitchen 5 - Chef Paula DaSilva Interview

This season FOX's smash reality hit Hell's Kitchen 5 features 3 Florida Chef's, Paula DaSilva is one of them. Paula works as Chef De Cuisine at 3030 Ocean at the Marriot's Harbor Beach Resort in Ft. Lauderdale. I spoke to her via telephone and here's what she had to say."I grew up in the business. ... More >>

Developer Tibor Hollo Helped Build Miami

An epic condo bust can't burst his bubble.

Art Basel or Bust

The unholy dollar just might kill the nation's top art fair.

John Timoney, America’s Worst Cop

He has spent 138 days on the road in just a few years on the job. Who’s minding the Miami Police Department?

Big-Girl Sunday

Mo'Nique's casting call became a must-see event

Rumbles and Grumbles

On the Eve of 2003 ...

South Beach North

On the South Beach of the Carolinas -- Southern charm, water views, no alcohol ...

The XXXstasy Biz

Porn in Miami Beach is just another franchise operation

Sylvia's Story

Overtown is a state of mind

Hope Sinks

Between optimism and despair, there's comic (and author) Richard Lewis

On the Block

In an act of audacious short-sightedness, Miami is offering its finest bayfront property to the highest bidder

Mullin

The Marlins Had a Party and You Weren't Invited

A Skid Row Sleepover

Wherein our intrepid writer attempts to pierce the veil of sleaze on Miami's main street

Con Kid

Jimmy Sabatino, self-described child of the Mafia, displayed a prodigious talent for confidence games even as a teenager. If he hadn't threatened to kill President Clinton, he'd probably be scamming today.

Grand illusions

When a gutsy group of homegrown entrepreneurs tried to turn around the black Grove, they failed miserably

The Last Temptation of George Petrie

He was supposed to turn up dead. His friend, attorney Robert Roth, was supposed to wrap up his affairs. Now they've ended up mortal enemies.

Rabbi with a Cause

For Loring Frank, South Florida's freewheeling rabbi of the people, Judaism is all about inclusion

In the Swim

Crime & Nourishment

In Miami breaking bread has become an intricate part of breaking the law

Cadillac Combat

One day he was the hottest salesman in town. THe next day he was in jail. Strange things can happen when you're engaged in [then the hed ran]

Odor in the Court

By state law, judges get elected just like politicians -- a system so idiotic it's criminal. Will somebody please reproach the bench?

Sex & Cars & Rock & Roll

I entered the Rolling Stone Rock & Roll Bowl on a whim. How'd I do? Just call me Johnny Ca$h.