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Riki Altman

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    March 7, 2012

    New Estiatorio Milos to Compete With Joe's and Prime One Twelve

    ​So there's no more rumor-mongering, let's get all the facts straight, starting with the name of the new restaurant opening across from Joe's Stone Crab in mid-April: Estiatorio Milos. No, it's not in the former Au Pied de Cochon space. Yes, you have been getting the name wrong. But that's okay -- ... More >>

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    February 7, 2012

    South Beach Valentine's Day $100,000 Indulgence and More

    Photo by Riki AltmanAzul's got the right idea.​Got a wad of cash just burning up your pocket? We found some ways to blow through that dough and maybe get a meal or two and a little lovin' in return.Top DollarHey Big Spender! We know you're just aching to find out where to drop a few hundred thou o ... More >>

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    January 18, 2012

    Despite Fears, Adrienne Grenier Triumphed On Chopped Last Night

    ​Planning a meal in seconds with limited ingredients, based upon a food mystery in a basket, is no easy feat, even for a seasoned professional.Last night on Chopped, Adrienne Grenier beat out a bunch of guys with more experience, who talked a lot of trash, each claiming with bravado that he was c ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 20, 2011

    Christmas vs. Hanukkah: Which is the Better Foodie Holiday?

    via SodaHeadFire burns tree. Fire wins?​The other day in a meeting, the Short Order bloggers got into a tizzy about which holiday had the better bites: Christmas, AKA Santa's birthday -- or is it Rudolph's? -- or Hanukkah, the eight days of lights not being turned off or something. This actually g ... More >>

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    August 17, 2011

    Six Worst Miami Restaurant Names

    Riki AltmanMicah named her restaurant neMesis. Huh?A good restaurant name can help bring in business. It can reflect the specific type of cuisine being served (Prime Italian), the restaurant's philosophy (Michael's Genuine Food & Drink), or even remind people where the venue is located (11th St. ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 29, 2011

    Cauliflower Pizza at Anthony's Coal Fired

    Photo by Riki AltmanHere's one way to get 'em to eat their veggiesLet's just get this out of the way: We despise cauliflower. We've hated it since we were kids. It's hard and crumbly and ghostly and everything a vegetable shouldn't be. But boy did we get a surprise when we were pushed to eat 'em ato ... More >>

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    July 21, 2011

    Language Barriers at Lizarran in Coral Gables

    Photo by Riki AltmanMaybe we are what we eat, but would someone tell us what the heck it is?​We realize this critique may spark some ire, but what the hell. We're just going to say it: Servers need to freakin' speak at least basic English if they are "serving" in our country. Yes, even in Miami an ... More >>

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    May 24, 2011

    Elvis Waffle Recipe From Gonzalo Rivera

    Photo by Riki AltmanNow we know why he got so darn big...​It's not Elvis Presley's birthday, nor is it even the anniversary of his death, but we decided there's no need for any Elvis-related reason to enjoy this amazing creation. Chef Gonzalo Rivera boasted about it on his Facebook page, claiming ... More >>

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    May 11, 2011

    Vain, Passionate, Screaming Chefs and Mr. Yum

    Love Bites is a regular column on Short Order. Find other installments here.Mr. Yum has been around for a few months and the owner has a great reputation from Sushi Rock -- it was the perfect place for distraction. When visiting last week for the first time, I was instantly charmed by the ambiance: ... More >>

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    May 4, 2011

    Red Fish Grill For Rekindling Romance?

    Love Bites is a regular column on Short Order. Find other installments here.After a recent breakup, a man who once told me I was "growing on him" invited me to Red Fish Grill. The offer was simply too enticing to decline.I 'd always wanted to check out Red Fish on Old Cutler Road, anyhow, but m ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 27, 2011

    A La Folie: Soup Makes the Breakup

    ​Love Bites is a regular column on Short Order. Find other installments here.The phrase à la folie translates to something like "to madness." Usually it would be included in a French expression such as "I love her to madness."A La Folie near Purdy Avenue is a pretty good place to watch the sun se ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 11, 2011

    Chef Giovanni Arias, Artichoke Fries, and Paul McCartney?

    Photo by Riki AltmanChef Arias loves his mango!Last week we chatted with Giovanni Arias, the executive chef at Canyon Ranch in Miami Beach. If you missed it, click here.New Times: Your artichoke fries are delish, too. How do you make them?Chef Giovanni Arias: We buy the artichokes bottoms, blanch th ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 7, 2011

    Is Geoffrey Zakarian Coming Back to the Beach?

    Photo by Riki AltmanWas Zakarian at Burger Bash to gage interest? Hopefully we'll have confirmation by the end of the week that Geoffrey Zakarian, chef/owner of New York's recent, yet notable Lambs Club, founding chef of the Delano's recently renamed Blue Door, and Food Network fave, will be putting ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 21, 2011

    Bongos' Chef Alex Describes Cuban Sushi and Balut

    Photo by Riki AltmanChef Alex's got some fufu for you.Did Chef Alex make you a believer after reading part one of last week's interview? Here's the rest of our chat:Any types of cuisine you are curious about but haven't attempted?Exotic meats.Like offal?Way beyond that. Some guy in Arizona has a res ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 19, 2011

    Lesbian Lady Love, Part Two

    Photo by Riki AltmanWere Riki and her gal pal a perfect "pear?"​This is the second part of Riki's date with another chick. To read part one, click here.While we chowed down on the rich, hot hunks of lobster and cuts of colorful vegetables, still looking over to menu to determine our next victim--d ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 11, 2011

    Lesbian Lady Love at Bourbon Steak, Part One

    ​In honor of Valentine's Day next week and in the wake of her recent married man disaster, our Love Bites gal Riki Altman is sharing a love story of a different kind--the homosexual kind. Enjoy.A friend of mine wrote in an e-mail: "I've got someone perfect for you! Fun, attractive, really differen ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 29, 2011

    Chef Andrea Menichetti on Pizza, Tenors, and Gnudi

    Photo by Riki AltmanThe chef and his mom with their handmade pasta.Friday we chatted with Vino e Olio's executive chef Andrea Menichetti and his two-Michelin Star-rated chef/mama. If you missed it, click here. We'll be awaiting your return. Promise.So who's the most famous celebrity you've ever cook ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 14, 2011

    Eating Around the Globe with Ringling's Chef Michael Vaughn

    Photo by Riki AltmanWhen your entire kitchen has to fit in one train car, incredible organization is mandatory.This is the second part of our chat with Michael Vaughn, the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Blue Unit chef. If you missed part one, well, we'll just have to throw you to the lions.W ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 13, 2011

    Chef Michael Vaughn Talks Ringling Bros. Circus Cuisine

    Photo by Riki AltmanPart of the well-fed circus crew.​Yes, dining with the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus cast and crew was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so we totally understand if you are seething with jealousy. It was awesome! But instead of keeping our observations to ourselv ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 11, 2011

    Avocado Reina Recipe from El Gran Inka

    Photo by Riki Altman Peru's queen is looking a little green.We spotted this glorious dish being served at El Gran Inka and just had to ask for the recipe from yesterday's interviewee, director of culinary operations Javier Angeles-Beron. This "avocado queen" is colorful, light, fresh and not ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 27, 2010

    Gado Gado Recipe From Icebox Cafe

    Photo by Riki AltmanLeggo my gado gadoNow that you've pounded down more fruitcake, egg nog, and sugar cookies than you care to remember, try eating something good for you, like Icebox Café's gado gado. Robert Siegmann and Andrea Landini--whom we interviewed last week, remember?--discovered this dis ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 17, 2010

    The Forge: A Date with a Surgeon

    ​Short Order will be hosting a column that combines dating and culinary reviews. The author, Riki Altman is an expert on both.Let's talk about balls, shall we? Not testicles, per se, but cohones, huevos, grit, moxie, pluck... you know, that magical thing it takes to really get a job done. If looks ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 28, 2010

    Chef Michael Jacobs Throws the Heat Cookies and Quinoa

    Photo by Riki AltmanChef Michael Jacobs with Sunny Anderson at the Signature Chefs EventDidn't read part one of the interview? Check it out here.What's the most popular lunch dish?My barbecue sloppy Joe with ground turkey. It's always a home run. [Editor's note: For some reason, even the American Ai ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 15, 2010

    Chef Gonzalo Rivera Says Adios to La Marea

    Photo by Riki AltmanSave that last empanada for us, amigo!Though most of the crowd at last night's March of Dimes Signature Chefs Event was all smiles, yours truly suffered a broken heart when La Marea's executive chef, Gonzalo Rivera, mentioned he has given notice and won't be at the restaurant aft ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 7, 2010

    Are Exposed Kitchens Entertaining or Distracting?

    Photo by Michael McElroyChef Jeff McInnis in Gigi's exposed kitchen.​Bloggers Paula Nino and Riki Altman disagree about the merits of exposed kitchens. What follows are their disparate views:Paula's P.O.V.:There's something exciting about watching a chef and his team working behind the line to cre ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 1, 2010

    Biltmore Boot Camp: From Novice Nosher to Culinary Expert

    Photo by Riki AltmanNothing scares this kitchen crew any more.Yesterday, we introduced you to Biltmore Culinary Academy's raison d'etre. Today we're gonna break down what we learned. Yeah, buddy, we got mad skillz now.

  • Blogs

    September 29, 2010

    Hawa Fusion's Secret Ingredient: Crack?

    Photo by Riki AltmanI got a pocketful, a pocketful of sunshine!Overheard during the lunch hour at Hawa Fusion on a random Thursday afternoon: "There must be crack in these things. I can't stop eating them!" Considering it our obligation to investigate, we asked the server what the outspoken gentlema ... More >>

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    September 21, 2010

    Lentil Soup Recipe From The Original Daily Bread Marketplace

    Photo by Riki AltmanIt's good enough to justify a festival theme.This is part three of our interview with Antoinette Jreij from The Original Daily Bread Marketplace. Read part one of the interview here and part two here.You already appreciate lentils because they are incredible source of iron, but i ... More >>

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    September 13, 2010

    Ten Things Dewey LoSasso Needs to Know Before Visiting The James Beard House

    Chef Dewey LoSasso​We got word that Forge chef and former North 110 owner Dewey LoSasso will be doing his thing at the James Beard House on October 30 for the first time, so we thought we could share some tips we learned from our visit there with Biltmore's Philippe Ruiz a few months ago:

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    August 25, 2010

    Celebrate Alligator Hunting Season With Crocked Gator Recipe

    Photo by Riki Altman​Every summer since 1988, the state of Florida has opened many of its lakes, rivers and swamps to a limited-time public alligator hunt. This year's hunt began August 15 and continues through September 12.Also, since it is the start of football season and all, and because I'm an ... More >>

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    June 28, 2010

    More Photos From Hands Across the Sand Protest on South Beach

    Photo by Riki Altman​This past Saturday starting at 10:30 a.m. hundreds of locals, visitors and random people joined hands between Fourth and Eighth Streets to protest offshore oil drilling and encourage use of renewable resources. The event was part of Hands Across the Sand, a global day of actio ... More >>

  • Dining

    June 24, 2010

    Ten of our 100 favorite foods in Miami

    Photo by Riki Altman​This past Saturday starting at 10:30 a.m. hundreds of locals, visitors and random people joined hands between Fourth and Eighth Streets to protest offshore oil drilling and encourage use of renewable resources. The event was part of Hands Across the Sand, a global day of actio ... More >>

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    June 7, 2010

    100 Favorite Dishes: Beef and Rice Noodles at Hy Vong

    Riki Altman​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

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    June 7, 2010

    1111 Lincoln Road Parking Garage Exposed as Rain Hazard

    Photo via Flickr Pretty but wet.Hate to rain on the parade surrounding the uber-cool 1111 Lincoln Road Parking Garage, but the structure that has gotten rave reviews for its design from the art world and media -- including the New York Times and Icon Magazine -- is having trouble keeping park ... More >>

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    May 31, 2010

    100 Favorite Dishes: Yaki-Udon at Hiro's Yakko-San

    Photo by Riki Altman​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

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    May 4, 2010

    100 Favorite Dishes: Daily Bread's Falafel Platter

    Photo by Riki AltmanFalafel fantasticness!As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

  • Blogs

    April 29, 2010

    Day Two of the Blueprint Cleanse: Juice In, Juice Out

    Photo by Riki AltmanFeel like slammin' some of this for breakfast?​Did you miss Part One where I talk about my reasoning for undertaking this epic detox adventure? Click here to check it out.The question I was asked most often as I traipsed about town yesterday slurping down my various Blueprint C ... More >>

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    April 28, 2010

    Blueprint Cleanse: A Foodie Goes on the Juice(s)

    Photo by Riki AltmanOne day's worth of pleasure or pain?​It all started with some kale salad at the South Beach Wine & Food Festival. Why I wanted a sample of the stuff when I had spent the last hour engorging on steak, Jelly Bellys, vodka samples, and brownies still remains a mystery. Perhaps ... More >>

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    April 16, 2010

    Sneak Review: STK

    Photo by Riki Altman​A small bite from next week's Cafe review:If traditional old steakhouses share attributes with traditional old red wines (dark and heavy, with strong notes of leather, oak, and tobacco), STK is like a spritzer: cool and bubbly, a frivolous sip not to be taken seriously. In fac ... More >>

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    April 14, 2010

    First Draw at the New La Vie en Raw

    Photo by Riki AltmanNo foolin' us. This ain't pasta!What possessed my date to recommend we dine at La Vie en Raw is totally beyond me. After all, he would eat cheeseburgers and fries three times a day if he could, so why did he want to gnaw on veggies at a raw food restaurant? The thought of a raw v ... More >>

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    March 25, 2010

    Cheesecake Etc. Throws Down

    Photo by Riki AltmanFrankie Romano shows us the goods​Many local restaurants claim they have the best cheesecake this side of New York and Key lime pie better than anything in the Keys. Puuuhlease. But we did find a serious contender when Frankie Romano from Cheesecake Etc. stopped by our offices ... More >>

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    March 24, 2010

    Tutti Frutti Ecstasy in Pinecrest

    Photo by Riki Altman​When gluttony seems more appealing than gnawing on a celery stick, the new Tutti Frutti frozen yogurt spot is one place that's guaranteed to satisfy. Now before you go turning up your nose, thinking perhaps you should stick to a pint of Edy's, there's one phrase you should hea ... More >>

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    February 12, 2010

    Kiss My Cocktail: Pop My Cherry from Burger & Beer Joint

    Photo by Riki AltmanBurger & Beer Joint's Pop My Cherry​No, B&BJ doesn't probably sell lots of whipped cream-topped adult milkshakes to the biker dudes and Jersey Shore/Ed Hardy-wearin' wannabes when they stroll without their bitches, but you can imagine how sexy it would be to share one o ... More >>

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    January 27, 2010

    Blogger's Bout: STK's Decor

    Photo by Riki Altman​The much-hyped STK took forever to open its doors; about a year longer than expected, actually. Despite the numerous delays, everyone has been buzzing about the upscale steakhouse-cum-lounge. With sister locations in New York and Vegas, STK developed quite a reputation in Miam ... More >>

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    January 22, 2010

    Kiss My Cocktail: Passion Pop Rocks Martini From the Whitelaw

    Photo by Riki AltmanWhitelaw's Passion Pop Rocks martini.​We couldn't get anyone to confirm or deny that mixologists at the Whitelaw Hotel & Lounge are still concocting this scintillating cocktail (they offered it as a promotion in the past), but perhaps you can make a special request bec ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 21, 2010

    100 Favorite Dishes: Caramelized Onion Quiche at La Provence

    Photo by Riki Altman​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

  • Blogs

    January 13, 2010

    100 Favorite Dishes: Herb-basted Chicken Pot Pie from Gables Diner

    Photo by Riki Altman​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up a hundred of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

  • Blogs

    November 12, 2009

    Hunting Down the Newest Products at the Americas Food & Beverage Show

    Photo by Riki AltmanBeware the Dolce Shot.​Finding the latest, greatest, newest goods at the 12th Americas Food & Beverage Show Tuesday wasn't all that difficult--and it would've been really easy if I was on the hunt for an energy drink or liquid sexual enhancer. It seemed as if every tenth bo ... More >>

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    November 5, 2009

    Dried Beef and Peas: Supper Unfit for a Queen

    Photo by Riki AltmanInnocent looking from the outside.​I know this sounds a little weird, but every time I go to the supermarket I try to pick up some food item that I've never tried before. The "hit" versus "miss" ratio is about 50/50 thus far, so I keep at it. And when I passed by the ethnic foo ... More >>

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