Julio Cabrera did Miami proud at this week’s United States Bartender’s Guild (USBG) and Diageo World Class competition to crown the U.S. Bartender of the Year. He and Michael Parish represented Miami at the two-day competition that consisted of a series of challenges and mixing competitions that tested each bartender’s…
Cooper Avenue, the multi-use restaurant/bar/deli near the New World Symphony, suddenly shuttered its doors in December, with restaurant partner Amir Ben-Zion citing problems with the air conditioning and ventilation system as the reason for the restaurant’s failure. Now, about six months after the closure, a group of investors called OBK…
Looks like another Irish pub on South Beach has closed its doors. Waxy O’ Connor’s on Washington Avenue closed over the weekend, with the following message on its Facebook page: “We have closed our doors at our Waxy’s South Beach Location. Come see us at Waxy’s Fort Lauderdale! Download our…
Summer in Miami is upon us and that has our thoughts turning to Independence Day and barbeques. What better way to celebrate the upcoming holiday than by having someone else fire up the grill and throw some burgers on it? Let’s face it, it’s hot in Miami in July and…
Here’s the scenario: It’s 8 p.m. and you’re just leaving the office after a 12-hour marathon work session with the new boss. You’re exhausted and hungry. In fact, the mere thought of even stopping to pick up a pizza is too taxing. How does a salad prepared by Miami chef…
Compared to other cities like Boston and New York, Miami is a mere teen. But that doesn’t mean we haven’t amassed a rich culinary culture that’s as sizzling as its sands in July. Author Mandy Baca explores Miami’s food scene, starting with Pre-Columbian south Florida and working up to today…
If there’s one thing we love more than food, it’s food-related gadgets. So, when we heard about the hands-free Whopper holder that Burger King gave out in limited supply last week to fans in Puerto Rico, we were praying for the invention to make it to Miami. Only problem? The…
When Enriqueta’s closed in April because of an electrical fire, Wynwood residents collectively moaned. At first, the little Cuban cafe seemed poised to reopen in a few weeks. The restaurant suffered no massive damage to the kitchen and dining room, and owner Jose Luis Pla was optimistic that Enriqueta’s would…
When we eat, we use all our senses, which is why food has to be visually appealing as well as delicious. Master chef Sunchai “Sunshine” Naknoon is a firm believer that one should “eat with your eyes” at his new restaurant Nikko by Sunshine. At his new Brickell Bay restaurant,…
First Universal Studios allowed us to drink Butterbeer and eat Bertie Bott’s Beans with Harry Potter. Now, Simpsons fans can chow down on Krusty Burgers and down Duff beer right in downtown Springfield. The new area expands on the already-existing Simpsons Ride and includes shops, attractions and a new ride,…
Julio Cabrera (Regent Cocktail Club) and Michael Parish (Broken Shaker) are heading to the Big Apple to represent the 305 in one of the country’s most prestigious bartending competitions — the U.S. Bartenders’ Guild (USBG) and World Class U.S. “U.S. Bartender of the Year” competition. Both Miami mixologists won a…
From high-end European luxury to favorite small places to a wild beach bar owned by a reality TV star, May’s openings had something for everyone…
It’s been well established that Miamians love brunch, but to be perfectly honest, sometimes those $75 buffets can be intimidating. After all, how many house-made croissants can you eat (or stuff into your handbag for later) to justify the price tag? Sure, they’re great for special occasions, but what about…
Looking for a place to watch the game tonight? Instead of meeting up, why not Tweet up at Gramps? Tonight, May 30, from 7 to 9 p.m., drinks are on the New Times at our Tweet Up party…
It was more than a year ago when Short Order announced the team behind Haven would open a fast-casual taco shop called Huahua’s on Lincoln Road. The expected opening date: late May or early June at the latest. Of course, back then, Todd Erickson meant June 2012. Erickson explains that…
Khong River House’s Chef Bee is sharing kitchen duty this Thursday, May 30, when Top Chef alum Dale Talde flies in from Brooklyn for this month’s Upstairs at Khong Chef’s Table. The family-style dinner starts at 8 p.m. and features both chefs serving up a host of their favorite dishes,…
Bond St. Lounge, the sexy sushi spot at the Townhouse Hotel in South Beach is closing on June 2. According to Miami.com, the intimate lounge, which opened over a decade ago, will shutter on Sunday, making way for an upscale European pub. Even though a call to the Townhouse Hotel…
Miami New Times and the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) have combined forces this year to bring you what’s bound to be the summer’s hottest ticket — the Iron Fork/Miami Spice Kickoff event, presented by Miami Downtown Development Authority. On Thursday, August 1, from 7-10 p.m., The Adrienne…
Yuca, one of the longest-running Lincoln Road restaurants, has seen a lot of changes to the pedestrian mall that it calls home. The restaurant, an acronym for “Young Urban Cuban American” opened in 1989 in Coral Gables, where a young chef named Douglas Rodriguez earned two Beard nominations, before moving…
When Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt bought the Chateau Miraval estate in Provence, this was not just another celebrity branding attempt. The power couple uses the chateau, which dates back to the 14th century, as their summer home and operates the vineyards on their estate. To make their wines, they…
Lee Brian Schrager is vice president of corporate communications & national events at Southern Wine & Spirits of America Inc. That’s a long title, so it’s best to just remember him for what made him famous — creator of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival. The event started as…
A sign that says, “Welcome! Please no meat or cigarettes. Enjoy and respect.” welcomes you to Paradise Farms. The sign should simply read, “Paradise.” This piece of heaven on earth in Homestead started out as an abandoned five-acre avocado grove. With a lot of love and work, Gabriele Marewski turned…
