Stone crab season officially ends on Saturday. The tasty crustaceans are taking their annual vacation to regenerate and reproduce until October 15. Until recently, that used to mean that Joe’s Stone Crab, the country’s leading stone crab emporium, would also close until the middle of October. This break would serve…
Details are sketchy, but Short Order has learned that Tagliatelle, a new Italian restaurant, is opening at the end of next month at the bottom of the former Prive space. Owner Daniel Mineo has several eateries in Monte Carlo, but decided to branch out to South Beach when his son…
Newcomer Jack Frost popped up on Alton Road two weeks ago. This frozen custard shop is perfect for the hot weather we are having. In case you’re wondering, frozen custard is closer to gelato than ice cream, with more cream and richness than the latter. Jack Frost boasts over 50…
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…
While Philippe Chow is ostensibly still in a war with Mr. Chow in Miami, New York City and Los Angeles, the posh Hamptons still seem to be the sole domain of Philippe Chow. Last summer, Philippe Chow debuted a summertime outpost of their gourmet Chinese restaurant concept in East Hampton…
Get ready to live La Dolce Vita next week at Mai Tardi in the Design District. The Italian restaurant is hosting a “Look Sexy, Feel Sexy” event on Wednesday, May 19. The festivities will kick off with complimentary proseco in the courtyard. As you’re downing the bubbly, scantily clad models…
While it was reported that executive chef Micah Edelstein left Grass in the Design District a few weeks ago, no official reason was given for her departure. Short Order called the former Top Chef contestant and dug up the inside scoop. Edelstein says Grass’ owners approached her and asked that…
Cinco de Mayo may be over, but Short Order is not too hungover from margaritas and tacos to be excited about the news that Rosa Mexicano is heading to South Beach next year. While the popular, upscale Mexican restaurant chain already has a presence at Mary Brickell Village in Miami,…
Rummies rejoice! This weekend marks the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival, a five-day celebration of the sweet and sexy liquor. While some events are by VIP invitation only, on Saturday, May 8, the Raleigh Hotel is hosting an open to the public rum exhibition. The Grand Rum Tasting will feature rums…
While New Orleans is still reeling from Hurricane Katrina, this latest Gulf Coast oil spill is not helping matters much. Local fisheries and fishermen are preparing to be shut down by the encroaching oil. Clearly, this disaster will have a major financial impact upon the region, as well as a…
Books & Books is Miami’s best independent bookseller with an emphasis on quality literature and author-driven appearances. Books & Books has always been supportive of the local foodie community, as a longtime sponsor of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival, as well as by hosting numerous chefs for book…
Former President Bill Clinton dined at Prime One Twelve last night with a party of eight people. The group sat in the wine room in the back of the trendy steakhouse. Although Prime One Twelve is known for its decadent fare (Kobe hotdogs, anyone?), Clinton stuck to more healthful sides…
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…
One of the best chefs in the world, Daniel Boulud, is coming to Miami in mid-October with his db Bistro Moderne concept. This upscale French eatery will be located in the new JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, which is launching along the Miami River in the fall.The restaurant space is being…
In the ’90s, Robbin Haas was one of the top chefs of Miami. Haas and his fellow “Mango Gang” toques (Norman Van Aken, Allen Susser, Mark Militello and Douglas Rodriguez) created an innovative, sun-kissed cuisine, which became synonymous with Miami’s vibrant dining scene. For years, Haas did so from his…
At this point, we are all aware that eating organic produce, meats, and dairy products are better for us. Whether you choose to pay the extra money for these goods is another story. If you live an organic lifestyle, you might be surprised to learn that several so-called eco-groceries are…
In New York City, Short Order visited Shake Shack on the Upper West Side to sample some of the burger joint’s famous food before it opens here this summer.We’ve been to Shake Shack many times; it’s our guilty pleasure in New York. Thankfully, the line wasn’t too bad last Friday…
Japanese pub food is the big trend in Tokyo. Recently, this tapas-inspired way of eating has spread from Tokyo to New York and Los Angeles. On vacation in New York, I popped into Izakaya Ten in Chelsea. This atmospheric eatery features a small bar with an impressive list of sake…
No, it’s not another movie starring Meryl Streep. It was announced today that cooking legend Julia Child will return to the airwaves. Child, who passed away in 2004, will be resurrected via the new Cooking Channel. Beginning June 1, Julia’s informative and oft-imitated show will be paired with the Galloping Gourmet…
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…
Miami moviegoers will experience the next generation in entertainment when Paragon Theaters launches in June at CocoWalk in Coconut Grove. The complex will feature a 1,500-seat luxury movie theater with reserved stadium seating, the only Sony 4K high-definition digital projection in Miami, three 3-D screens, valet parking, deluxe concessions, and…
Short Order has noticed more and more kale popping up on menus all over Miami. We are wondering why this slightly bitter vegetable, in the cabbage family, is suddenly so popular. Is kale the next big food trend?…
