In part two of our interview, The Forge’s chef Dewey LoSasso discusses the “Mango Gang,” where he eats at one in the morning and The Forge’s impressive wine list. You can read part one of our interview with Dewey LoSasso here. When you first opened, you weren’t doing specials. When did…
Helped by a multimillion-dollar renovation, chef Dewey LoSasso has transformed the Forge into a world-class restaurant with an innovative menu and edgy flavor. The veteran toque has worked at the Foundlings Club, Tuscan Steak, and, most recently, his own eatery, North 110. Below, LoSasso’s thoughts on the Forge 2.0. New Times:…
Prior to the airing of this episode of Top Chef, I saw that Michelle Bernstein (of Michy’s and Sra. Martinez) would be one of the judges. I wondered if this would work for or against Talula chef Andrea Curto-Randazzo. The Miami connection, you know? Would the two local toques even…
In America, we tend to overcook our eggs into large curds, which are, more often than not, dry and hard. On a recent sojourn to Paris, Short Order had the opportunity to try French-style scrambled eggs. The overseas version makes American scrambled eggs seem like the Sahara. In fact, Frenchies…
Hacarmel, Tel Aviv’s fruit and vegetable bazaar, is like the world’s largest, freshest supermarket. Stall upon stall of succulent produce is sold at this bustling marketplace. From the ordinary (luscious red tomatoes) to the unique (spices and chicken hearts) to the pedestrian (underwear and pots and pans), anything can be…
Beloved neighborhood Italian eatery Casa Toscana has just announced that it will shut its doors immediately. Owner Sandra Stefani sent out an e-mail thanking her customers for their patronage and friendship over the last six years. Blame it on the economy, or Miami’s obsession with the newest, latest on the…
On a recent vacation to Israel, we went on the hunt for the tastiest hummus in the Holy Land. While Israel boasts some amazing hummus, that addictive chickpea concoction so beloved in You Don’t Mess With The Zohan, we found our winning dish in a tiny restaurant in Jerusalem’s bustling…
This episode of Top Chef marked the first of the show’s fauxmances, with the pairing off of Angelo and Tamesha in one corner, and Ed and Tiffany in another. Is it a sign of gamesmanship or true love? Or are these lusty chefs getting lonely in the Top Chef kitchen?…
Summer is in full swing, which means Miami Spice is just around the corner. The foodie favorite begins this Saturday at 7 p.m. when the Greater Miami Convention & Visitor’s Bureau hosts a culinary extravaganza at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Participating restaurants include A Fish Called Avalon, Philippe Chow,…
With summer in full swing that can only mean that Miami Spice is around the corner. The foodie-friendly event commences on August 1, and runs through September 30 with discounts at the top restaurants in Miami. For the uninitiated, that means three-course meals at discounted prices; $22 at lunch and…
Jack Frost on South Beach melts away
Talk about musical chairs in the local food world: With the departure of Emeril’s Miami Beach chef de cuisine Brandon Benack to Norman’s Orlando, a void was left at the New Orleans-style restaurant. Well, that job has been filled by Brian Cantrell, who most recently helmed Ocean Drive’s A Fish…
The second episode of Top Chef D.C. was more spirited, lively and heated than the premiere. By now, we know who the contenders are (Angelo and Kenny) as well as the villains (Angelo and Amanda). And we are still following our local girl Andrea Curto-Randazzo, who is representing Miami with…
Jack Frost we hardly knew you. Six weeks after the custard and burger joint quietly debuted on Alton Road (next to Master’s Pizza), there are now signs proclaiming that the space is “for rent” and their phone is disconnected. That was fast — even by South Beach standards. Interestingly, Jack…
Miami Top Chef contestant Andrea Curto-Randazzo has taken to YouTube to vent some frustrations (you hear that, Padma!), give her fellow reality stars some shout-outs and throw out the word “cock.” The Talula and Water Club chef’s “I’m Just Sayin’ ” video rant is funny and attitudinal, as she holds…
Season seven of Top Chef launched last night and it was great to see a very buxom Padma Lakshmi and no-nonsense Tom Colicchio return to the airwaves. This version of Top Chef is set in Washington D.C., and the puns about cooking in our nation’s capital endured all night. Yeah,…
Two new anticipated restaurants are debuting in the next few weeks in Miami.Norman’s 180, from famed chef Norman Van Aken, officially launches in Coral Gables on Tuesday, June 29, after a round of friends and family and media tastings. Expect dishes like steamed Manila clams with kabocha pot stickers, speckled…
Short Order was first on the scene today for the Friends and Family preview at Shake Shack. The much-hyped, high-quality burger joint from New York has been the talk of South Beach all spring. Naturally, we had to get there early to see the Danny Meyer eatery in action…
Chicken Kitchen founder and CEO Christian Mahe de Berdouare was named Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year in the Consumer Goods and Retail category. Each year, the award recognizes businesspeople who demonstrate extraordinary success in the areas of innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities…
As a countdown to New Times’ “Best of Miami” 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com…
Last night at a casual dinner at Michy’s, Short Order overheard that chef/proprietor Michelle Bernstein judged an episode of the new season of Top Chef, which begins this Wednesday night on Bravo. While Bernstein has officiated Top Chef in the past, it is more interesting this time around since one…
New York burger joint Shake Shack is getting closer to launching on South Beach. Short Order was invited to a tasting next Tuesday, as well as the Grand Opening the following Monday, June 21. We can only assume that they will be open to the public the next day.As someone…
