While the rest of the country impatiently awaits Punxsutawney Phil’s informed opinion on the duration of winter, it’s a moot point for us. Instead, we can pretty accurately predict sunny skies and 75-degree temps. Ain’t life grand in paradise? And in the spirit of making the most of what this…
It’s January, and while most of the rest of the country is freezing its collective ass off this weekend, you can spend Saturday basking in warm sunshine while learning about plant-based living at Sense Beach House’s stunning rooftop — all for free. Attendees at Sense’s Plant-Theory Living Cuisine Workshop will…
Gardner’s Market, a neighborhood fixture in Coconut Grove, is closed. The specialty grocer, known for made-to-order sandwiches, prepared foods, and baked goods, is shuttered, and a court document shows the owner, De Paso LLC, filed for bankruptcy January 27. See also: Benchwarmers Closed, but Fries May Live On at Wood…
A.C. Slater is about to earn his rainbow stripes. Heartthrob, actor, and entertainer Mario Lopez has been named grand marshal of the upcoming Miami Beach Gay Pride Parade. An LGBTQ advocate, longtime supporter of GLAAD (the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation), and a multifaceted performer extraordinaire, Lopez is a…
Just as there are many ethnicities of human, there are many breeds of dog. Chihuahua dads, German shepherd moms, pound-puppy parents — each will argue that their breed (or mixed breed) is best. But dachshund lovers are in a class of their own. Fans of the hot dog tend to…
If you’re a dedicated foodie, you probably know the best spots for hand-crafted cocktails, fresh-baked bread, and locally picked produce — at least within a six-block radius of your residence. But what about the rest of the region? What do you really know about South Florida’s food industry and how…
Ever since the documentary Blackfish pulled back the curtain on the lives of captive orcas, SeaWorld has seen some serious backlash. Corporate sponsors such as Hyundai Motor America, Panama Jack, Southwest Airlines, and Virgin America have cut ties with the company, celebs have distanced themselves, and attendance is down. Now,…
If you ran the Miami Marathon yesterday (or sacrificed sleep to hold up witty signs on the sidelines), we salute you. You’re probably sore, tired, and feeling (deservedly) self-satisfied. If only we had your motivation — and ability to function before a few cafecitos. As a reward for your amazing…
Sunset Harbour Shops is Miami Beach’s hottest address, and Jugofresh owners Matthew Sherman and Darren Laszlo are apparently planning to expand their commercial presence accordingly. Though there’s already a Jugofresh location in Sunset Harbour, at 1935 West Ave., Suite 102, sources tell New Times the duo has a new concept…
Oolite is all about the plant-based options these days. After the success of Conscious Bite Out dinner and subsequent introduction of a dinnertime vegan tasting menu, the owners decided to forge ahead with a lunch-time option in honor of a healthy new year. The new prix-fixe meal is gluten-free, vegan…
Back in 2007, New York City launched a remarkable project: The Science Barge. The 115-long, steel deck barge became a floating classroom, laboratory and tourist attraction, drawing students and visitors from near and far to learn firsthand from the ecological experiments and sustainability research happening on board. Miami might be…
The widespread availability of empanadas is one of many reasons to love Miami. You can find them at gas stations, farmer’s markets, fast casual chains — everywhere and anywhere. Sadly, most empanadas aren’t vegan-friendly, thanks to the addition of egg and butter in the dough. Luckily, plant-based empanada lovers have…
The New York Times hasn’t been particularly kind to Miami in recent months. Back in August, the storied publication skewered our fair city with an ill-advised editorial by Miami native Pamela Druckerman. Druckerman lambasted the city’s lack of culture with an appalling absence of insight. But that’s in the past,…
Tiffany Noé isn’t your garden-variety farmer. An expert on everything from urban foraging to cooking up organic potting mix, she’s Miami’s locavore champion. This week, Noé’s latest idea was was named a finalist in the Knight Cities Challenge. Her idea, officially dubbed “Wild Planting for a Fruitful Future,” involves placing…
Thanks Martin Luther King Jr. In addition to being one of the most inspirational human beings to ever grace the planet, you ensured that the struggle for equal rights will always be commemorated. In honor of the hero himself, go out and make the most of this free day. And…
Since winning the Knight’s Arts Challenge last year, FEAST (Funding Emerging Art with Sustainable Tactics) Miami has hosted a series of impressive fetes at various venues. Their events showcase tasty vegan eats and creative ideas: artists pitch cool concepts, and attendees get to vote for their favorite. The winner scores…
January 12 marked the fifth anniversary of the earthquake that left 220,000 people dead and another 300,000 injured in the Caribbean nation of Haiti. Despite humanitarian aid and efforts to help with rebuilding efforts, the country still faces a host of challenges. The Novack family of Miami is stepping in…
In the world of dance and movement, utilizing film as a medium opens up a new world of options not available in live, site-specific performance. Boundaries can be broken, the laws of physics can be defied — when film is involved, anything is possible. And here in Miami, anything is…
It’s Monday again. The weekend is over, and all of the goodness and joy are gone from the world. So long boats, beaches and bands. Hello traffic, pointless conference calls, and 50 degree offices. Now that we’ve thoroughly depressed you, the least we can do is raise your spirits so…
It’s official: The Girl Scouts’ most popular cookie is now vegan-friendly. For the first time, Thin Mints are entirely free of animal products. Little Brownie Bakers, the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida’s kitchen of choice, reformulated the recipe ahead of this year’s cookie season. As soon as sales kick off…
It’s tough to be a dog. You have to stay home and lick your nether region while your humans go to restaurants, the gym, the mall — all sorts of fun places where you just aren’t welcome. So you’ll just go back to licking yourself and gazing with sad brown…
In past generations, conscription meant military service was a collective hardship — nearly every family understood the difficulties of serving and the horrors of war. Now it’s a niche group of Americans who shoulder the burden. But Miami Dade College’s MDC Live Arts, with help from the Knight Foundation, is…
