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RA Sushi Debuts Short Order's Winning Sushi Roll to Benefit Homeless Pets

Animal lovers, March is the time to haul ass to RA Sushi in South Miami, where the purchase of a mouthwatering roll means helping homeless pets. And what's worthier than adorable puppies and cutie-pie kittens? Last month, Short Order's Laine Doss took home top prize in RA's Foodies Show Heart chari ... More >>

Mardi Gras in Miami: Celebrate Fat Tuesday Here

Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, Carnival, Shrove Tuesday -- there are a lot of different names for today, February 12.The holiday, with deep roots in the Catholic religion, marks the last day of revelry before Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. Some say the holiday is even older, with ancient Romans celebrating ... More >>

December 2012 Restaurant Openings and Closings

The last month of the new year saw a lot of anticipated 2012 restaurants opening under the wire. Ralph Pagano's Alba at Sole On The Ocean provides classic Italian cuisine and fresh seafood with a panoramic ocean view to the northernmost parts of Miami and Miami Beach. Although the official opening i ... More >>

Ten Restaurant and Gallery Pairings for Art Week

Art Week means countless guides, lists and must-sees for the weekend. The sheer amount of events and galleries can leave you overwhelmed and if you're not careful, on the couch confused and defeated. To help foodies make some decisions this weekend, we came up with yet another list that pairs what ... More >>

Jonathan Cheban and Kim Kardashian Lunch While He Awaits the Opening of Sushi MiKasa

Kardashian pal, reality television personality, and restaurateur Jonathan Cheban is putting the final touches on the South Beach outpost of his Brooklyn eatery, Sushi MiKasa.The restaurant, which was slated to open in time for Art Basel, isn't quite ready, but the Brooklyn flagship did mention that ... More >>

Hiroko Shimbo: Japanese Cooking with American Ingredients at Miami Book Fair International

Faced with a longing for her native Japan but few of the ingredients found there, culinary consultant and cookbook author Hiroko Shimbo set out to find ways to meld Japanese and American cuisine to satisfy cravings for the flavors of her childhood. Shimbo will discuss her third book, Hiroko's Amer ... More >>

Miami Election Day Dining Deals and Freebies, From Villa Mayfair to Shake Shack UPDATED

We've heard all your excuses to not vote. The long lines, the confusing amendments, and how could your vote possibly count?We could tell you that voting is your civic duty, or that if you don't vote you don't have the right to complain for the next four years. But the real reason to vote?Free swag!W ... More >>

October 2012 Restaurant Openings and Closings

Open your windows, turn off your air conditioner and enjoy this glorious weather! It's fall in Miami and as the temperature cools off, the restaurant scene heats up!Already we're seeing restaurants come onto the scene in anticipation of the arrival of snowbirds flying south for the winter, tourists ... More >>

SoBe Wine & Food Fest Opens Ticket Presale Today for MasterCard Holders; Six Events to Buy Before They Sell Out

Here's a reason to get excited! The South Beach Wine & Food Festival ticket presale starts today. The presale, which is exclusively for MasterCard holders, gives SBWFF and FIU-benefitting lovers a whole two weeks to buy tickets before they go on sale to the general public October 22. Festival ... More >>

Get Your Meiji On

15. Korean BBQ Tofu at Sakaya Kitchen

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 have any nominations of your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.15. Korean BBQ Tofu at Sakaya KitchenAll the colors of the rainbow are represented ... More >>

19. Empanada de Pabellon at La Latina

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.19. Empanada de PabellonA tiny gem situated on th ... More >>

18. Degustacion de Torta at Graziano's

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 have any nominations of your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.18. Degustacion de Torta at Graziano'sGraziano's has been making beautiful dishes ... More >>

20. Low Country Shrimp and Grits at Whisk Gourmet Food & Catering

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 have any nominations of your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.20. Low Country Shrimp and Grits at WhiskTucked away in a small strip mall away f ... More >>

21. Warm Madeleines at DB Bistro Moderne

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 have any nominations of your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.22. Warm Madeleines at DB Bistro ModerneProust went on and on about them, and fir ... More >>

22. Pulpo a Feira at Barceloneta

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.22. Pulpo a Feira at BarcelonetaIt is one of 14 " ... More >>

23. Short Rib Robata With Truffle Miso at Makoto

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.23. Short Rib Robata with Truffle MisoGive me a m ... More >>

24. Grilled Octopus at Jean Paul's House

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 have any nominations of your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.24. Grilled Octopus at Jean Paul's HouseThe grilled octopus ($14) at Jean Paul's ... More >>

25. Peanut Butter Snickers Pie at Prime One Twelve

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.25. Peanut Butter Snickers Pie at Prime One Tw ... More >>

26. Balcarce at Buenos Aires Bakery & 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.com.26. Balcarce at Buenos Aires Bakery & Cafe ... More >>

27. Green Prawns at Philippe by Philippe Chow

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.27. Green Prawns at Philippe by Philippe ChowT ... More >>

28. Pork and Beans at Blue Collar

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.28. Pork and Beans at Blue CollarThere's somet ... More >>

29. Taco Loco at T-Mex Cantina

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.29. Taco Loco at T-Mex CantinaSouth Beach Mexi ... More >>

31. Macarons at Villa Azur

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.31. Macarons at Villa AzurVilla Azur is such a ... More >>

30. Ceviche Trio at La Cofradia

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.30. Ceviche Trio at La CofradiaEveryone knows ... More >>

33. Mussels Josephine at Bonefish Grill

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.37. Mussels Josephine at Bonefish GrillWe here ... More >>

32. Gratinée of Mac and Cheese at Meat Market

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.33. Gratinée of Mac and Cheese at Meat Market ... More >>

34. Smokey Weenies at The Corner

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.34. Smokey Weenies at The CornerThe Corner's s ... More >>

35. Lamb Sliders at DiLido Beach Club

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.35. Lamb Sliders at DiLido Beach ClubThe lamb ... More >>

36. Rock Shrimp Pizza at Harry's Pizzeria

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.36. Rock Shrimp Pizza at Harry's PizzeriaHarry ... More >>

37. Living "Lasagna" Terrine at Lido at The Standard

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.37. Living "Lasagna" Terrine at Lido at The St ... More >>

39. Pescado Jarocho at Jaguar Ceviche Spoon Bar & Latam Grill

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.39. Pescado Jarocho at Jaguar Ceviche Spoon Ba ... More >>

40. Devil Dog Cake at Ice Box 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.com.40. Devil Dog Cake at Ice Box CafeRemember Dev ... 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 >>

42. Clams with Black Bean Sauce at Tropical Chinese

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.42. Clams with Black Bean Sauce at Tropical Ch ... More >>

60. Bacon and Blue at Ms. Cheezious

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.com60. Bacon and Blue at Ms. CheeziousThere's some ... More >>

Shoji Sushi and Nemo Restaurant Spaces For Lease

Restaurant for lease sign at former Shoji Sushi and Nemo spacesBack in March, Short Order reported that though Myles Chefetz's Nemo had closed, plans were in the works to turn the space into Prime Fish. In an email to Short Order, Chefetz said, "Nemo was my first Miami restaurant and after 15 ... More >>

Shrimp, Tang and Urine: Ten Crazy Astronaut Food Facts (video)

Astronauts chowing down at zero gravity​According to NASA, the last Space Shuttle Launch of STS-135 will take place at 11:26 a.m. this morning (be sure to put on the TV).  Just as space flight has evolved, so has the Astronaut's diet of what used to be Tang and tubes of ham salad and c ... More >>

April 2011 Restaurant Openings and Closings

Chef Allen's​Quite a few restaurant doors opened and closed in April. We had some surprises like the quiet opening of Michelle Bernstein's new cafe/bakery in the atrium of the building across from Sra. Martinez and the arrival of La Sandwicherie to Brickell. In closings, chef Allen Susser closed h ... More >>

Mom Essentials at Essensia

Sawa Restaurant & Lounge: Jack-of-all-trades, master of none

Ryan Roman of Miami's Restaurant Power Rankings is a Funny Guy

Spain's Asador Etxebarri, where Ryan Roman hopes to eat himself to death and have his ashes scattered.​After following Miami's Restaurant Power Rankings on Twitter, we knew we had to find out more about this funny food loving character. Blogger Ryan Roman has something to say about everything and ... More >>

Sony Ericsson Open: $1,200 for First-Class Chow

Sony Ericcson Open But where are the peanuts and Cracker Jacks?​At most sporting events you can satisfy your hunger with a few hot dogs, some peanuts and a beer.But tennis is not like most sporting events. First of all, the spectators dress and resemble the players so much that sometimes it ... More >>

Moby at Ultra Music Festival March 26

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 >>

Wish Upon a Plate

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In 2008, our city's gastronomic curve trended sharply upward.

A Joint Effort

Wishing you a merry 4/20

Putting Up a Billboard, Live

It's no breeze opening one of the grandest club concepts yet

Come-on in My Kitchen