Two Deviously Delicious Halloween Menus on Lincoln Road

What are you eating this Halloween? Sure, candy is a must, but why not stock up on some hearty foods before you start chowing down on those Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and mini Snicker bars. Some restaurants on Lincoln Road will offer a Halloween prix fixe menu for your treat…

Solea $45 Prix Fixe Menu With Lobster and More

Now that Miami Spice is officially over, some of us might be feeling a bit somber. We now have to pay the real price for dinner.But wait! Soleà at the W South Beach is offering a prix fixe three-course menu for $45. Through November 15, guests can choose from four appetizers,…

Miami Culinary Tours: Eat Your Way Through South Beach

Last April, we first described Miami Culinary Tours, so we thought itw as time for a revisit.. The tours are every Friday and Saturday starting at 6pm, perfect for dinner. At $59 per person you are able to try out different food from all over while getting a bit of the…

Fairchild’s Edible Garden Festival Teaches Sustainability

October 23 will mark the third year of the Edible Garden Festival at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. The festivities last from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. They will continue the same time the following Sunday.”‘Going green’ has become more and more popular each year and our visitors are now interested…

Ten Weird Vodkas: From Root Beer to Bacon and Bubble Gum

Raspberry, pink grapefruit, bubble gum and now “wild cherri” will be joining the flavored vodka market. Vodka withs something odd mixed in reminds us of the steak and potatoes ice cream we once chowed on in a little mountain place in Venezuela. But that’s a story for another day. When…

Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte Sucks or Excels

Crystal, a sprightly server at Starbucks in Miami Shores, says the pumpkin spice latte, which is only available a few months a year and went on sale in September, is really popular. Why? “There’s no fall here,” she says, “so we give people a sense of the season.” Bloggers Chuck…

Five Scenic Places for Brunch

Whether you are nursing a hangover Sunday morning, still drunk from Saturday night, or just feel like having a hearty breakfast with some cocktails, here are the five places to order brunch. Balans (6789 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-534-9191)No matter what day it is, you can indulge in your eggs and…

Five Great Slices of Pizza in Miami

Sure, we know this ain’t New York, and the gooey, crispy pizza you get at the Original Ray’s — which one is original, anyway?? — can be hard to come by. But we still need a fix every now and then and there are some solid surrogates. Here are are…

Eight Top Caffeine-Infused Snacks

Do you need that little extra “pick me up” once the afternoon comes around? Instead of grabbing for your third cup of coffee, there are snacks infused with caffeine to give you that much needed boost. A Snack in the Face: A brownie with a kick.That sugar high is only…

Big Pink’s Snacks and Drinks

Laying around on the beach can make us hungry and parched. What better way to fight this than an afternoon snack? If you are lounging on South Beach, walk on over to 157 Collins Avenue and order some guacamole and chips, $6.95 at the Big Pink. “The Big Pink is…

Chef Cindy Hutson’s Classes: Too Much Fun

While some may enjoy going out to eat, others love cooking. This second group is in luck. They can be taught by one of the best in Miami. Chef Cindy Hutson is offering cooking classes on Saturdays at her restaurant, Ortanique on the Mile.At $90, people will be able to…

Five Best Places to Eat Alone

Let’s face it, sometimes we just need a little alone time, and that includes when we eat. Whether we are taking a lunch break or grabbing a quick dinner after work, sometimes we just want our own company. Here are our Luckily five top places here in Miami to eat…

Five Best Chocolate Shops in Miami

Miami might not be known for chocolate, that doesn’t mean there aren’t shops in the area that offer some of the best. Here are the five top places where you can get your hands on some good stuff. Mr. Ganache, 900 South Miami Ave, 305-377-8880, www.mrganache.comMr. Ganache sells truffles, chocolate…

New Word on Stephen Starr’s Bal Harbour Restaurant

We learned a little something more about the new Stephen Starr restaurant opening in Bal Harbour.Last Friday at Fashion’s Night Out, there were samplings from the venue which included a delicious tuna tartare. The restaurant is still lacking a name and in hopes to finding one, there was a suggestion…

Jefe’s Original Fish Taco & Burgers: A Review

Last week, we introduced Jefe’s Original Fish Taco and Burger. Now a review:This brightly colored truck makes its round all over Miami filling the stomach’s of both young and old. Though it;s only been around for a month, it seems to be catching on fast. Jefe’s Original was one of…

Buena Vista Deli’s Cream Puffs

It’s the biggest cream puff in the neighborhood and maybe even the city. Buena Vista Deli at 4582 NE Second Ave. is tucked away a few blocks north of the Design District, but the desserts are worth the drive. Their famous cream puffs, $3.50 each, are a prized, sweet surprise…

Catch 10 Seafood Bistro to Open October 5

Catch 10 Seafood Bistro was originally built back in 1922 and has now been newly renovated along with South Beach’s famous Coral House at Tenth and Washington. On October 5, guests will be treated to cocktails while they celebrate the new look and take tours of the renovations…

Sylvano’s Four-Cheese Gnocci

Sometimes all you want is a plate of pasta with a glass of wine, without the flashy attitude. Sylvano offers delicious Italian cuisine at a happening location on Alton Road, off the beaten path of South Beach. They are known for great prices and omemade cooking with a laid back…

Chef Michelle Bernstein at Saks Fashion’s Night Out

While fashion was the main attraction this past Friday at Fashion’s Night Out in the Bal Harbour Shops, the food was also something to talk about. Celebrity Chef Michelle Bernstein traipsed on over to Saks Fifth Avenue, whipping up some small tasty bites for shoppers. Of course many shoppers didn’t…