It’s been a long time since Kathy Hester has eaten meat. 32 years, to be exact, and the chef and author is all about using her three decades of plant-based expertise to help others learn the lay of the land. Hester is the woman behind the Healthy Slow Cooking blog, and…
While Miami’s plant-based landscape has evolved enormously in the past few years, upscale vegan eateries are still surprisingly scarce. Full Bloom Gourmet Vegan Cuisine, which opened last month in Miami Beach, is now filling that niche, offering a healthy, chic alternative to the city’s traditional culinary scene. Tucked away in…
The end of summer is upon us (finally), and even though our beach weather never ends, it’s still an occasion woth celebrating. Instead of the traditional backyard BBQ, however, PAMM is offering an alternative option: a Labor Day picnic. The museum will have live tunes by Magic City Hippies, traditional…
Perez Art Museum Miami’s (PAMM) willingness to experiment with installations has extended to a new species: avian. The museum’s “Speechless” exhibit includes the vocal stylings of two pairs of bird celebs: two African Grey parrots and two double yellow-headed Amazon parrots. The birds (who usually live in Miami with a…
The diet of astronauts usually calls to mind freeze-dried ice cream and beef stroganoff, but these days, nutrition is advancing even in space. Astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) now have their own plant growth facility, dubbed Veggie, and with the help of Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and Miami students,…
As with anything else in the age of instant gratification, consumers prefer when the things they want come their way — rather than vice versa (just ask Amazon). Why drive to the mall when the mall can drive to you? Enter Bungalow 33, a pop-up boutique slash personal shopper on…
It’s no secret that Miamians tend to be a little, ahem, overstressed — a one drive in rush hour traffic is a clear demonstration of the city’s collectively high blood pressure. But now, The Bodhi Tree House is here to help lower those anxiety levels and assist residents of the…
For anyone who’s into fresh food or locally grown produce, CSAs are a Godsend. Benefitting both farms and consumers, Community Supported Agriculture is the locavore’s solution to corporate farming. Now, one of Miami’s most notable farms has introduced a twist on the traditional CSA: a restaurant-focused program. Dubbed a “Chef Share”, Little…
If you’ve always wanted to spray paint a masterpiece (but the idea of getting arrested makes you immediately incontinent) the Stanton South Beach has just the thing: the chic hotel is undergoing a $10 million renovation, and to make construction more appealing, guests can pay to leave their artistic mark…
One of Miami’s most popular vegan eateries is making moves — Mi Vida Cafe is relocating from its current location at 7244 Biscayne Blvd. to a new, bigger locale just down the road: the Midpoint shopping center at Biscayne Boulevard & NE 79th Street. “We’ve consistently grown over the last four…
Flea markets are as American as apple pie, but they’re hardly a common occurrence in Miami. Finding a good one takes a trek to Hialeah or Homestead. Now, on August 16, the city’s Arts + Entertainment District is hosting Miami Flea, the first-ever carefully curated flea market experience in Miami…
Miami is changing and fast. Given current conditions and the rapid evolution of almost every area of the city’s culture, it’s intriguing (and important) to consider how the future might present itself. Enter Dena Yago and Sean Monahan. Two of the co-founders of K-HOLE, a unique trend forecasting group based in…
The renaissance has arrived; no longer does Miami stand in the shadow of NYC and San Francisco. These days, the Magic City holds its own — particularly when it comes to arts and culture. In added proof that the 305 is flush with serious talent, The Juggerknot Theatre Company is producing “The Crocodile’s…
Scheduled to launch early next year, the Miami Science Barge may be the coolest thing to happen to the city since, well, Wynwood. A floating laboratory slash classroom, the idea originated with CappSci’s Ted Caplow, who created a similar barge in NYC. Now, Miami’s version of the innovative experiment has…
While Miami is starting to make a name for itself in the plant-based culinary world, in the past it hasn’t exactly been known for its green approach to food. The Miami-Dade County school district is ahead of the curve, however. Not only is it rolling out compostable plates this year, but it’s…
The power of Miami’s art scene is pretty undeniable these days — and Farley Aguilar is at the top of the list. This week, the Orlando Museum of Art announced the winner of its Florida Prize in Contemporary Art, and Aguilar was the big winner. The self-taught painter was one…
Given its abundance of sunshine, affinity for tropical hues and persistently warm hot weather, it’s like Miami was made for outdoor art. And in keeping with its growing international reputation in this arena, the city is about to see 15 colorful new additions. Thanks to the Beck’s Urban Canvas project, works…
It’s summer, and sizzling summer temps call for ice cream. But not everyone is into cow’s milk and processed sugar. For Miamians looking for a healthier frozen treat, Jugofresh in Coral Gables just rolled out its newest invention: Juicecream. A mix of Jugofresh juice, coconut meat and dates, Juicecream is…
Considering it includes a laser light show, vodka drinks, a wild art display and free books, the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science’s upcoming Curious Vault Collaboration is curious, indeed. The evening event will showcase a n eclectic array of entertainment and art, all fueled by Tito’s Vodka and…
Women are nothing if not capable. Time and time again, despite setbacks, gender inequity and patriarchal power, women have managed to rise to every occasion, from World War II-era factory work to World Cup championships. On Saturday, July 18, the Wolfsonian is gathering members of this high-achieving gender for a…
It’s been two-and-a-half years since Bunnie Cakes broke new ground in Wynwood as Miami’s first-ever vegan, gluten-free and kosher bakery. Now, owner Mariana Cortez and her team are launching a second location in the Aventura Mall. It’s scheduled to open on Saturday, August 1. Why Aventura? It was meant to…
There’s no denying that the ’80s were awesome, and given Miami Beach’s flair for neon colors and thong-style swimsuits, it’s a decade that suits the city well. To celebrate National Parks and Recreation month, MB is embracing the age of Olivia Newton-John and head-to-toe spandex. Miami Beach has a lot…
