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Spanish Food and Cooking

  • Blogs

    May 15, 2012

    Happy Wine: New Place Offers Tapas in a Wine Shop (Photos)

    Happy Wine on SW 8th Street has long been the place to go for really good prices on wine. Their new Happy Wine location, on Bird Road in Coconut Grove, brings a similar selection of inexpensive wines along with tapas and music.If you're into a candlelit spot in which to drink wine, you might just wa ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 28, 2012

    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 >>

  • Blogs

    January 27, 2012

    Wine Vault Opens In Midtown

    ​Psst. Did you hear about Wine Vault, the new wine and tapas lounge that just opened in The Shops at Midtown? Well, neither did I until I eavesdropped on a conversation yesterday afternoon.Turns out owner Michael Shapira wants it just that way. He opened Wine Vault, a 1,300-square-foot lounge fe ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 21, 2011

    Five Worst Reviewed Restaurants of 2011

    ​Perusing the past year's restaurant reviews has brought to light something I suspected: I wasn't very mean in 2011. It was difficult to find five scathing critiques. In fact, I really didn't find any -- there was only mild sarcasm in a few of the following. Still, these were the most disappointin ... More >>

  • Calendar

    September 8, 2011

    Tapas Everywhere

    ​Perusing the past year's restaurant reviews has brought to light something I suspected: I wasn't very mean in 2011. It was difficult to find five scathing critiques. In fact, I really didn't find any -- there was only mild sarcasm in a few of the following. Still, these were the most disappointin ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 29, 2011

    The Pork Shop Is Pig Heaven; Truck Tracker for the Weekend

    The Pork Shop The Pork Shop serves, um, pork? Ding, ding, ding! Correct!​In this pork-obsessed world of ours, we're surprised that a food truck dedicated solely to all things piggy didn't happen sooner. But, like all good things, the Pork Shop was worth the wait. Vegans need not apply ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 25, 2011

    Pubbelly Takes on Sushi and Tapas with Two New Eateries

    Andreas Schreiner, Sergio Navarro, and Jose Mendin of Pubbelly.​Almost a year after opening Pubbelly, the dream team behind South Beach's favorite Asian-inspired gastropub is bringing two new distinct flavors to Miami.  Owners Andreas Schreiner, Sergio Navarro, and Jose Mendin are opening Pub ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 28, 2011

    Tavernita's Chef Ryan Poli Has The Ticket To Spanish Cuisine, Part 1

    Mercadito Hospitality GroupChef Ryan Poli and the Mercadito Group testing tapas in Spain.​Ever wondered what it's like backstage in the world of restaurant making? How do they come up with that long list of menu items, select the ingredients...where do the ideas come from? Although we are in a hol ... More >>

  • Calendar

    May 12, 2011

    Winers Welcome

    Mercadito Hospitality GroupChef Ryan Poli and the Mercadito Group testing tapas in Spain.​Ever wondered what it's like backstage in the world of restaurant making? How do they come up with that long list of menu items, select the ingredients...where do the ideas come from? Although we are in a hol ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 29, 2011

    Burger Beast Kicks Off National Hamburger Month Sunday

    Pincho Buffalo Bleu Burger​National Hamburger Month begins May 1, and no one is celebrating bigger than The Burger Beast. He's beginning the festivities with "The Battle of the Beast" at Pincho Factory this Sunday. Competitors will face off in the ultimate burger challenge by attempting to do ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 28, 2011

    Papa's Tapas Is a Family Affair: Food Truck Locations for Tonight

    Papa's Tapas Papa's Tapas -- yellow truck with big plans.​Eduardo Bruno, the former executive chef at Morton's on Brickell, planned on owning his own restaurant with his family when the economy hit. "I was working on my own concept for a long time, but I couldn't get the funding," he tells ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 11, 2011

    Five Great Restaurant Dishes For $20 or Under

    billwisserphoto.comBistro 555 charcuterie plate​Here at Short Order, our collectively beady eyes are always on the lookout for delectable plates of food that do not require a ransom to acquire. On the one hand, there are more than five such deals; on the other, there aren't as many as one might th ... More >>

  • Calendar

    March 3, 2011

    Parade of Paella

    billwisserphoto.comBistro 555 charcuterie plate​Here at Short Order, our collectively beady eyes are always on the lookout for delectable plates of food that do not require a ransom to acquire. On the one hand, there are more than five such deals; on the other, there aren't as many as one might th ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 3, 2011

    Miami's Top Spanish Restaurants To Go Mano A Mano At Paella Showdown

    ​In collaboration with the Miami International Film Festival, El Coto de Rioja Paella Parade is marching into the Miami Beach Botanical Garden next Wednesday, March 9. Following a screening of Fernando Leon de Aranoa's "Amador", the chefs from ten of our local Spanish restaurants will come togethe ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 21, 2011

    Where It At? Paella

    Lee Klein​What it is? Paella Valenciana with mussels, clams, shrimp, calamari, lobster, and chorizo.Where it at? That's the question I shellfishly ask. Don't clam up -- go for the bait and take a guess in the comments section below. We'll have the answer on Monday if you don't get it first.Bonus q ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 12, 2011

    Dolores, But You Can Call Me Lolita's Desserts as Yummy as Cheap and Sweet Can Be

    John ZurChurros​Lolita, modestly priced restaurant, you tease my tongue. Your eggplant timbales and Chilean sea bass were great, and your dessert even better. Lo-lee-ta, you're sweet.My attraction to Dolores, But You Can Call Me Lolita's desserts began with a coy glance at the simple menu and allu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 6, 2010

    Wine Depot & Bistro 555 Looks Like A Winner

    Lee KleinBistro 555 salad and charcuterie plateYesterday evening my wife and I checked out the brand new Wine Depot & Bistro 555, which opened last week at 555 Jefferson Ave. in South Beach (just up the block from the Meridian Market). The portion is a lofty, industrial space divided into a wine ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 13, 2010

    D. Rodriguez Cuba Offers Unlimited Sangria Sunday Brunch

    ​Concerning the sangria: It is unlimited. The Brunch: You start with choice of appetizer: yogurt parfait; chicken empanadas; ham croquetas over tomato marmalade; shrimp ceviche; or smoked salmon on cassaba flat bread with capers, red onion, and goat cheese. What -- a schmear of cream cheese isn't ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 6, 2010

    Behind the Line: El Pimiento in Miami Lakes

    all photos - Jacob KatelChurros in the kitchen at El Pimiento in Miami Lakes.​El Pimiento in Miami Lakes is an owner-operated Spanish tapas restaurant. Mylo Gonzalez is the dude in charge, but don't call him chef -- he prefers culinary director. Mylo says, "I never went to culinary school. I'm not ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 21, 2010

    Plato Royale: Battle of Churros, Sra. Martinez vs. Morro Castle

    Photo by Jacquelynn D. PowersChurros at Sra. Martinez​Virtually everyone in Miami has enjoyed a churro at one point or another. If you haven't, please continue on into Broward County where you belong. While they originated in Spain, the fried dough treats are also widely popular throughout Latin A ... More >>

  • Dining

    June 17, 2010

    Best of Miami: Finest Foods

    Photo by Jacquelynn D. PowersChurros at Sra. Martinez​Virtually everyone in Miami has enjoyed a churro at one point or another. If you haven't, please continue on into Broward County where you belong. While they originated in Spain, the fried dough treats are also widely popular throughout Latin A ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 4, 2010

    Cafeina Lounge in Wynwood on the Happy Hour Hunt

    ​Welcome to the new darling of Wynwood. The sexy gallery-meets-lounge-meets-outdoor oasis manages to be warm and welcoming without being stuffy. Every corner of Cafeina is lined with simplistic detail layered over a romantic color palate; damask table tops with geometrically curious legs, a lamp s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 7, 2010

    Xixón Cafe to Reopen on May 15

    ​If you ever visited Xixón, the Spanish tapas restaurant on Coral Way, chances are you went through a little bit of withdrawal when it closed to move into a newer, bigger space. But the wait is almost over. Xixon will hold an opening party for friends and family on May 14 and will reopen to the p ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 23, 2009

    Turrón, Latin American Christmas Snack Tradition

    ​Every year, the world turrón consortium battles Baby Jesus for Christmas supremacy. The nutty nougat bars always lose to the son of God, but major Christmas inroads have been made by the sometimes chewy, sometimes crunchy sweet of 15th century Spanish origin.Turrón is celebrated at Christmastim ... More >>

  • Calendar

    September 17, 2009

    You Are Here, Brazil

    ​Every year, the world turrón consortium battles Baby Jesus for Christmas supremacy. The nutty nougat bars always lose to the son of God, but major Christmas inroads have been made by the sometimes chewy, sometimes crunchy sweet of 15th century Spanish origin.Turrón is celebrated at Christmastim ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 30, 2009

    Paellas R Us Serves Miami Up for 13 Years and Running

    Jacob KatelSeafood paella -- big fuckin' pot.Paellas R Us is a 13-year-old and running catering company started by Chef David Calavia and his wife Angelina Calavia. The company was born of the couple's desire to start their own business at a time when Chef David was working at Spanish restaurants ar ... More >>

  • Dining

    February 26, 2009

    Michy's Queen Scores with Sra. Martinez

    She sells tapas in the Design District.

  • Blogs

    March 13, 2008

    Foreign Music Showcases

    She sells tapas in the Design District.

  • Calendar

    February 7, 2008

    Dance Fever, Spanish Style

    She sells tapas in the Design District.

  • Dining

    December 20, 2007

    Merry Tapas

    Give the gift that keeps them eating.

  • Calendar

    March 29, 2007

    Rice With Spice

    A Latin dish, served German style

  • Dining

    August 10, 2006

    Vin Brule Serves Up a Dilemma

    Great atmosphere or okay food? You decide.

  • Dining

    May 25, 2006

    The Real Thing

    Xixon delivers an authentic taste of Spain

  • Calendar

    January 5, 2006

    Bueno Vino

    Xixon delivers an authentic taste of Spain

  • Dining

    December 8, 2005

    An Arrival and a Return

    AV Grill and Prezzo make magic in north Miami-Dade

  • Restaurants

    May 12, 2005

    BEST RISING CHEF

    Jordi Vallés

  • Finest Foods

    May 12, 2005
  • Restaurants

    May 13, 2004
  • Finest Foods

    May 13, 2004
  • Finest Foods

    May 13, 2004

    BEST TURKEY BURGER

    The Secret Sandwich Co.

  • Dining

    February 21, 2002

    Delicious Delicias

    Is Spanish for yum

  • Dining

    April 19, 2001

    Finger-Food Good

    La Rosa Bakery

  • Dining

    January 11, 2001
  • Dining

    December 21, 2000

    The Hour of Merienda

    Serious about happy hour

  • Finest Foods

    May 11, 2000

    Best Tapas

    Macarena Tavern and Restaurant

  • Dining

    April 27, 2000

    Basic Basque

    Phillipe Restaurant

  • Calendar

    July 1, 1999

    Off-Camera

    Phillipe Restaurant

  • Dining

    May 6, 1999

    Cantina Cuisine Weighs In

    Phillipe Restaurant

  • Dining

    November 27, 1997

    The Spanish Imposition

    Phillipe Restaurant

  • Dining

    June 1, 1995

    Sittin' on Tapa the World

    Phillipe Restaurant

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