Thousands of chocolate lovers gathered for educational exhibits, live music and of course, plenty of sweet samples at Fairchild Tropical Botanical Garden’s 10th Annual International Chocolate Festival this weekend. From 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, food trucks and kiosks were nestled in the clearings of the…
As we wind down 2015, it’s time to take a look in the rear-view mirror before we turn to the new year and all its possibilities. This past year, we’ve eaten a lot of food and tried a lot of restaurants in Miami. With our culinary scene doing nothing but…
Some serious sweet tooth indulgence is happening this weekend at Burger Beast’s 2015 SugaPie Festival. Sef Gonzalez’s Burger Beast blog has been hosting culinary events for nearly five years, but for the first time, desserts will be the stars of the show. For just 20 bucks, you can enjoy all-inclusive, unlimited…
Coconut Grove is packed with artsy boutiques, outdoor cafes and dive bars, but a new little spot has squeezed onto Commodore Plaza. Chef Sebastian Fernandez, formerly the food and beverage director of Coral Reef Yacht Club, and wife Leslie will officially open the doors to their new restaurant, 33, this Saturday in Bombay…
When the parents aren’t in town and there’s no date to impress, college kids just want some down-to-earth, good food that satisfies their appetites and budgets. From late-night munchies to study break lunches, many meals are hard to find. Around the University of Miami, students don’t have to turn to…
Christmas may have some turkey and a magical gift-giving Santa, but there’s one thing it can never take away from the Jewish December holiday: latkes. The best ones are light and airy in the middle with a crisp, salty, golden-brown exterior. With Chanukah starting this Sunday night, your first choice…
Pie is the capper to any and every Thanksgiving celebration, but mastering is perhaps the most challenging part of the meal. Sogginess, under-baking and the wrong equipment are all baking sins that have probably sent you out of the room with your head hung low in the past. If you’re…
In Peruvian culture, “Entre Pisco y Nazca” means having fun with friends, and it’s also the fitting namesake of Kendall’s newest gastrobar. Opened Wednesday at The Palms at Town & Country plaza, Pisco y Nazca captures the feel-good energy of Peru with authentic yet modernized dishes, bright craft cocktails and…
Locals know that when it comes to pie, Fireman Derek is king. The real-life City of Miami firefighter started selling key lime pies on a Coconut Grove corner and now owns his own place in Wynwood. The cozy and colorful storefront serves all kinds of delicious homemade bakery items, but…
Beautiful local produce is the heart of any quality farmers’ market, but Pinecrest Wayside Market goes above and beyond the traditional open-air fruit stand. Not only have they been stocking some of the best fruits and veggies around since 1948, but they also offer a variety of house-made prepared foods…
We know what you’re thinking: “Vegan food? No, thanks.” But Start from Scratch wants to change that mindset. Opened just three months ago in Pinecrest, this vegan and gluten-free bakery is already shattering stereotypes with recipes that are honestly delicious. It may seem like trendy spots like this are popping…
College dining these days isn’t limited to 2 a.m. grilled cheese and overcrowded bars. Luckily for students, many university towns are ramping up their food scenes. The University of Miami is no exception. Though you’re sure to spot a few students at these popular local spots, this trio of restaurants…
When guests dine at a renowned Miami restaurant, they’re expecting a wow factor, and that’s exactly what Toro Toro delivers. Even better, their main show stopper comes in the form of dessert. Toro Toro’s La Bomba is certainly an experience where the element of surprise is key, so we’ll warn…
At a certain point, dining out becomes more than just a meal. With the right combination of atmosphere, fare and service, a restaurant experience can turn into an adventure. That’s what guests should expect at Marion, the Mediterranean-inspired Brickell restaurant that opened at 1111 SW First Avenue last month. With…
The focus of festivals and farmers’ markets can get a little blurry, but at the fourth annual Redland GrowFest this weekend, the star of the show will be crystal clear: locally-grown foods. Starting Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in Redland at the Fruit and Spice Park, the two-day event aims to…
After closing its Lincoln Road location in spring of 2014, long-standing South Beach restaurant TiramesU reopened at 101 Washington Avenue Tuesday. A family from Treviso, Italy first opened the eatery on Ocean Drive in 1988, and now the 2015 version is putting a modern twist on its traditional decor and fare…
Food Network stars often get a bad rap. Many self-proclaimed foodies and professional restaurateurs alike will tell you that their sensationalizing of cooking desecrates the art of the industry by turning it into a cheapened, profit-driven entertainment source. I happen to disagree. Whether you find these people to be cultural…
In the age of outlandish froyo toppings and artificial flavors, it’s time to get back to basics. Fortunately, a new kind of frozen dessert store is about to take root in Miami Beach this October, and it’s bringing back the homemade touch that the sweet treat scene has been missing. Jodi’s Italian Ice is…
La Feria del Mercado de San Miguel, a Spanish pop-up food market inspired by the 100-year-old Madrid version, was set to open for its second day in Bayfront Park Saturday morning. Yet rather than the anticipated bites of gourmet tapas and beloved flavors of local vendors, guests were greeted by a…
It’s no secret there’s poverty in Miami. Just blocks away from multi-million dollar condos are underprivileged communities struggling to survive. Our city is disjointed – a puzzle of pieces that just won’t snap into place. As skyscrapers grow and businesses boom, the wealth gap is widening and the less fortunate…
For many, Miami Spice is an exciting way to savor some of the best local flavors for a price that won’t break the bank. But must we deal with a dumbed-down menu and avalanche of tourists just for a discounted dinner? Specials are a real win-win for restaurants looking to…
