For your Monday-morning enjoyment, meet Merly Bermudez, a dead ringer for Penelope Cruz and the sexy bartender at Prime Italian. The 28-year-old Colombian beauty is known for pouring potent cocktails and serving steak to bar patrons at the upscale South of Fifth eatery. Guys, don’t order the tuna tartare if…
The happy hour scene at Smith & Wollensky is certainly South Beach’s most popular spot for sunset cocktails and mingling. Not only is the waterfront patio and bar a rarity in town, but also the views of the departing cruise ships are breathtaking. It’s like watching a floating city pass…
While news about the Forge’s relaunch has been slowly trickling in (such as the hiring of Dewey LoSasso as head chef), owner Shareef Malnik has been tightlipped about the legendary eatery’s extreme makeover. It’s a marketing strategy he stands by, because he doesn’t want to ruin the surprise of the…
Anyone who has been following the restaurant wars between Philippe and Mr. Chow will not be surprised to see that both gourmet Chinese restaurants have many of the same dishes on their menus. Probably the most popular item at each eatery is the chicken satay, a presentation of skewered chicken…
Restaurateurs south of Fifth Street are joining forces to raise money for the tragic situation in Haiti. Held at Smith & Wollensky tomorrow, January 26, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., this gourmet gathering will feature area restaurants such as Joe’s Stone Crab, Tap Tap, Clarke’s, DeVito, Red, and China Grill.Hungry…
Yes, it’s Monday. But in honor of another workweek beginning, Short Order wants to brighten your day with Hot Plates, a look at the beautiful men and women who work at local restaurants and bars.Newcomer STK is teeming with pulchritudinous servers, bartenders, and hostesses. However, hostess Martine Cameau caught our…
