With the surge of mobile food in the Miami area, it’s easy to forget the” Roach Coaches” that stop at construction sites and building parking lots throughout the day to offer beverages, snacks, baked goods and hot food for bargain prices.Evelyn Garcia owns and operates Lazarito Lunch Box. A no-nonsense…
Kids are going back to school this week and that means it’s time to whip out that lunch box. But even we older kids need to eat lunch, and what better way to save a buck than to bring your lunch to work. Like any accessory, a lunch box makes…
Here at New Times, we’ve always been big fans of Oriental Bakery & Grocery and its freshly baked pita, falafel, and other Middle Eastern specialties. So we decided it was time to find out who is behind these mouthwatering treats.We make our way along the sidewalk, shaded by fig trees, and…
Let’s face it. Some jobs are more interesting than others, and when we met Alisa M. McGowan, we knew she had it figured out. A caterer to the jet set, she spends her days making sure Wyclef Jean has his soul food going on, the Victoria’s Secret models’ chocolate chip…
August in Miami can be unbearably hot. Sipping something cold full of ice cubes seems like the best alternative to cooling down. No need to settle for a standard square ice cube tray anymore. Here are a few of our favorite ways to express yourself through ice!Ice InvadersFor the true…
After talking to Chef Weissgerber and hearing all about the dishes he creates for Zuma our mouth was watering. Below is his recipe for Seared Tuna, made especially for the Japanese food lover in all of us.Seared Tuna with Chilli Daikon & Garlic ChipsServes 4500 g tuna fillet (ask for…
“It feels like an aquarium.” That’s what Thierry Matamoros, executive chef at Mediterraneo Brickell wants you to say when dining at his restaurant located in Jade residential tower on Brickell Bay Drive. The blue lights, clean lines, fluid walls, and blue back-lit bar set the stage for a romantic meal…
In this second part of our talk with Bjoern Weissgerber, we discuss Zuma and his role there as executive chef. Read the first part of our interview with Chef Bjoern Weissgerber here.New Times: Why did you pick Miami as the first U.S. location for Zuma?Weissgerber: Miami is a fun and vibrant city…
When we first met Bjoern Weissgerber, executive chef at Zuma Miami, he wasn’t what we expected. The young, charismatic German with Swedish roots is more reminiscent of a hip, energetic artist than a top toque at one of Miami’s finest Japanese restaurants. Then again, his visually stunning plates are truly works…
Hani Khouri did not grow up on a farm, yet today he looks right at home herding his 17 Nubian goats with the shepherd hook he carries. You would never know that three years ago, Hani and his wife Maria Lee led the life of expats residing in places such…
Adam Feigeles loves a good burger. When he opened his original burger joint, The Filling Station, downtown back in 1994 he was definitely ahead of the curve. But locals embraced his crazy creations so the business thrived. Then he sold it in 1998 to take a break. Fast forward 10…
This Saturday is National Mustard Day, and that means mustard lovers across the nation will be slathering it on hot dogs, pretzels, burgers, and fries. Die-hard mustard fans make pilgrimages to the National Mustard Museum in Wisconsin, where they revel in the yellow condiment.The stuff has a long history dating…
Wisconsin is known for cheese, but unless you’ve been there or anywhere in the Upper Midwest, you probably have not had the sinful pleasure of eating fried cheese curds. These hot little numbers are made from the solid parts of soured milk, or basically young cheddar cheese in its natural, random shape…
On a recent visit to Milwaukee, we stumbled across a cocktail bar call At Random. It was located in a residential area that looked like a throwback to the ’60s. There were no set hours and a drink menu full of complex lounge beverages, no beer or wine. The music…
After perusing the mecca of the Hispanic pantry at Conchita Brands recently, short order got the urge to cook up some traditional Latin food. So we asked Sixto Ferro Jr. for his “quick and dirty” recipe for a family favorite, “Garbanzo’s Fritos.” This literally translates to fried chickpeas although they…
If you’ve spent any time in a South Florida supermarket you’ll recognize Conchita Brands. The signature red label with a blue square is synonymous with ingredients necessary for any pantry with a Latin flair. With flavors reminiscent of those that “Conchita” herself made back in Cuba in the mid 30’s…
There is no doubt that Miami has a coffee culture. Whether you enjoy a cortadito, double espresso, or “tall” drip, there are choices on every corner. Does this mean death to the home coffee machine? Not yet. But a few contenders are definitely trying to stay ahead of the curve…
With Bonnie upon us, it’s time to change those weekend beach plans and resign ourselves to spending some time indoors with a good selection of food porn. What’s better than watching provocative actors seductively eat, cook and fondle food as a glorified substitute for sex? Below is a list…
During the summer, cucumbers are abundant wherever you look. Florida produces more cukes than any other part of the country. After stopping by a local farmers’ markets and picking up a big bag, we found a few interesting ways to use these green, watery delights.1. Sluggish afternoon? Instead of that…
Summer’s here and it’s time to fire up the grill. To spice things up, we went on a quest for the ultimate barbecue accessories and came across some gadgets that are definitely worth sharing.The Condiment Gun – The pictures speak for themselves. This party starter is so popular that it is…
Shopping for wine can be daunting, but Eddy Le Garrec, owner of W Wine Boutique on South Beach, says he’s determined to “make it as simple as possible.” A trained sommelier from France, Eddy took us through the place’s clearly marked sections. There is a Champagne wall (unfortunately no spigot)…
If you’ve been to a bar in Miami, chances are Noah Lesser had some say in the snacks you ate. Have you stayed in a hotel room and devoured the candy and dried fruits from the minibar? Thanks, Noah. The second-generation owner of Hialeah Products Inc. began working in the…
