Wow. That last Heat game really took a lot out of us, and tonight’s game promises to be just as dramatic. What can we say except: you’re going to need a drink. If you haven’t pawned your grandmother’s ring to buy tickets, we invite you to join up for the…
The super-mega Iron Fork/Miami Spice Kickoff, presented by the Miami Downtown Development Authority, is getting closer, and two chefs are training hard for a battle of skills and wit in a challenge that is so intense that only one can make it out alive. What two Miami chefs are brave…
Yes, we know. You’ve been meaning to check out Funky Buddha Brewery ever since it opened in Oakland Park less than a month ago. But, ya know, things come up. And it’s so far away — even farther than Hallandale Beach! But how about if the brewery comes to you?…
For those of you keeping track of food holidays, happy International Sushi Day. The “holiday” was first listed in Chase’s Calendar of Events in 2010. Restaurant chain RA Sushi was actually responsible for making this holiday official, declaring the day a “holiday” in 2010 and having the sushi-centric celebration entered…
Meat Market’s Sean Brasel is having one good spring. First, the chef was proclaimed a “grilling god” by Food Republic. He’s also planning to open two new Meat Market locations, in Puerto Rico and Palm Beach. Now, Brasel is headed to New York City to represent Miami Beach at a…
Have you seen the new Kraft Zesty salad dressing ad campaign? Like so many other products mostly bought by frazzled women trying to balance work, family, and sleep, they feature a little harmless beefcake to go with your greens. The commercials show the “Zesty Guy” making some of his favorite…
After about a year of anticipation, Huahua’s Taqueria opens today. The fast casual Chihuahua-themed restaurant opens today at 11 a.m. for lunch, serving up a menu of tacos, enchiladas, and a variety of sides. When we interviewed chef/partner Todd Erickson two weeks ago, he said he couldn’t wait to “tear…
Dads are often the unsung heroes of the world, doling our cash, car keys, and wisdom — only to take the backseat when it comes to praise and affection. This Sunday, we suggest taking your dad aside after the family brunch and whisking him off for a little one-on-one time…
What started out as a fun evening with friends took a tragic turn when the waterfront deck at Shuckers Bar & Grill in North Bay Village collapsed during the Miami Heat game, sending about 100 people tumbling into the water. As cheers for the home team turned into screams, restaurant…
Last month was Mother’s Day and it was all about flowers, champagne, and lovely brunches filled with tea and crumpets and complimentary roses. This Sunday it’s dad’s turn and, while he could probably skip the crumpets, that doesn’t mean you should give the old man the shaft by getting him…
The outdoor deck of popular sports bar Shuckers collapsed into Biscayne Bay last evening, sending dozens of people into Biscayne Bay last evening. According to The Miami Herald, the incident happened around 9:45 p.m., as patrons were watching the first half of the Miami Heat finals…
As the official “food-service provider” for the Miami Heat, chef Michael Jacobs is an integral part of the team because, as everyone knows, what an athlete eats before a game is as important as training. After all, there’ll be a big difference in performance if you stuff a player with…
Miami’s food truck scene is alive and well and, apparently, a destination choice for hungry travelers, according to two prominent online food-and-travel sites. Jetsetter, an online travel magazine that also books custom upscale trips such as tiger safaris and tours of California’s wine country, has listed the seven top cities…
Your dad is the man who molded who you are. He taught you how to drive, slipped you an extra $20 on Friday and gave you a sip from his beer. (Shhh… don’t tell mom!) Dad is the guy who, after a long day, still managed to find a reserve…
A breadery and grill with a sense of humor is set to open shop in South Miami when Buns & Buns arrives sometime late summer. The restaurant and bakery has been teasing us with pictures of buns (and buns) on Facebook and Twitter. Then we received a phone call from…
When pastry chef Dominique Ansel introduced the “cronut” at his New York City bakery just a month ago, was he aware of the feeding frenzy he would create? The love child of a doughnut and a croissant, the pastry became a viral hit, with daily demand far exceeding supply. The…
Coconut Grove, with its quaint, tree-lined streets and bayfront vistas, is the perfect setting for a seafood festival. Which is why the announcement of the Coconut Grove Seafood Festival makes such perfect sense. The inaugural festival is set to take place Sunday, October 20, from 11 a.m. till sundown in…
SushiSamba is going through some changes. The sexy Brazilian/Japanese fusion restaurant has opened a new location in Coral Gables, with many items specially made for the City Beautiful. SushiSamba is revamping its cocktail program with the help of Richard Woods, head of spirit and cocktail development for SushiSamba Restaurants. What’s…
This is where it gets exciting, folks. The Miami Heat has tied up the finals with the Spurs, which means tomorrow’s game will be extra white-hot. Though the game will beplayed in San Antonio, plenty of places in Miami will show real team spirit. We’ve put together a list of…
I know that “CSA” is the wrong term for what I received on my doorstep the other day. But, for the life of me, I’m not sure what else to call it. Maybe the name of the program — Goodies — says it all. I’ve been on the waiting list…
The lobby of the Albion Hotel in South Beach is a study in brightness. The walls, terrazzo flooring, and furnishings are crisp white with some striking accent colors. However, just to the right of the reception desk is a heavy red velvet curtain. Step behind it and you are transported…
Today is National Doughnut Day and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a delicious burger and a cold craft beer. But it can’t be just any burger. You have to have Lokal Burgers & Beer’s My Childhood Dream, the doughnut burger that owner Matthew Kuscher has literally been…
