Tacos are clearly having a moment, and in many ways, restaurateur John Kunkel has come full circle as he gears up to open the chef-driven BTW (Burgers, Tacos, Whiskey) in the former flagship Lime South Beach location this Thursday. “It’s looking likely for Thursday,” a BTW spokesperson said. “As you…
In a city where 20-somethings feel old, the Coconut Grove Arts Festival should be applauded for its longevity. Since 1963, when it began as a promotional tool for the Coconut Grove Playhouse, the festival has endured both our city’s and art’s changing moods to become one of the most popular…
The South Beach Wine & Food Festival arrives February 19 through 22 with more than 75 events, tastings, parties, seminars, and dinners. The bash, which benefits Florida International University’s dining and tourism programs, brings thousands of fans and celebrity chefs to Miami. ‘Tis the season, South Florida — the season…
Few things have the power to take you back to your childhood the way s’mores, mac ‘n’ cheese, Frito pie, and grilled cheese do. And there’s really no reason, as adults, we should give up any of them, especially when we can have them together — thanks to the fine…
This weekend, Brew Dogs’ stars James Watt and Martin Dickie wrapped filming of their third-season South Florida episode with a final tasting party at Miami’s Wynwood Brewing Company. On Saturday, February 14, Watt and Dickie unveiled a specialty Miami-inspired beer brewed with Wynwood Brewing Company, a beer they say encapsulates…
The South Beach Wine & Food Festival arrives February 19 through 22 with more than 75 events, tastings, parties, seminars, and dinners. The bash, which benefits Florida International University’s dining and tourism programs, brings thousands of fans and celebrity chefs to Miami. Even though Dominique Ansel is only 37 years…
The South Beach Wine & Food Festival arrives February 19 through 22 with more than 75 events, tastings, parties, seminars, and dinners. The bash, which benefits Florida International University’s dining and tourism programs, brings thousands of fans and celebrity chefs to Miami. As the spotlight shines on the sand and…
When the Hyatt Centric South Beach opens in April, locals and tourists alike will be able to enjoy the restaurant Deck 16, located on the hotel’s third-floor indoor-outdoor patio and pool deck. See also: Fresh American Bistro: Philippe Ruiz Brings Elegance to Comfort Food…
If you’re still recovering from this weekend’s chocolate hearts festivities, better speed it up, because the South Beach Wine & Food Festival will be back for its 14th edition this Wednesday. SoBeWFF is the Super Bowl for foodies, but all proceeds from the four days of wining, dining, and celebrity…
The South Beach Wine & Food Festival arrives February 19 through 22 with more than 75 events, tastings, parties, seminars, and dinners. The bash, which benefits Florida International University’s dining and tourism programs, brings thousands of fans and celebrity chefs to Miami. The Grand Tasting Village is the festival’s culinary…
When Ivan Dorvil’s Nuvo Cafe on West Dixie Highway burned down in 2012, his admirers mourned. The place was a neighborhood favorite, and Dorvil was a ministar, having cooked for the likes of P. Diddy, Gloria Estefan, and Lil Wayne. He’s also worked in high-end restaurant’s in South Beach’s Delano…
When pondering brunch, most locals don’t really think of Wynwood. As cool as the arts district is, it lacks the breakfast-meets-lunch meal period laden with eggs and booze. Sure, you could head to Zak the Baker for some chicken liver Saturday or Sunday afternoon. And there are breakfast tacos at…
Biscayne Diner soft-opened yesterday — without half of its menu — and was packed for lunch. Chef Alfredo Alvarez, who was the opening executive chef at the popular Seaspice, owns the place with his wife, Tara Nicosia. They’re proffering elevated diner fare 24 hours a day at the resurrected eatery…
For a different take on Latin America, as well as a free bottle of wine, the unexpected flavors of Chilean cuisine will make for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day. This Saturday, Sabores Chilenos will treat any couple that comes in for dinner to a bottle of wine. Although Chile shares a…
In an email sent to members, Soho House founder Nick Jones wrote the house is partnering with the owners of Mandolin Aegean Bistro to open an outpost of the restaurant at the private club’s Miami Beach location. The 60-seat eatery, bookable only by Soho members and their respective guests (three…
South Florida’s beer scene has officially made it with the arrival of the Brew Dogs in Miami. The “Dogs” — Martin Dickie and James Watt — made the rounds of South Florida’s best and brightest breweries to focus on our exploding craft beer scene. See also: Blackbrick, Panther Coffee, Azucar,…
Valentine’s Day is upon us, which divides the world into two camps. Some see February 14 as the most romantic day of the year, while others see it as a way for Hallmark to sell cards. We’d love to rethink this day not only for lovers but also for love…
If there’s one night of the year when you don’t mind making out with a virtual stranger or giving up that cold pillow, Valentine’s Day is it. If I had a dollar for every time a guy has taken me to the Room, I could buy the place. So don’t…
The South Beach Wine & Food Festival arrives February 19 through 22 with more than 75 events, tastings, parties, seminars, and dinners. The bash, which benefits Florida International University’s dining and tourism programs, brings thousands of fans and celebrity chefs to Miami. Food Network celebrities Geoffrey Zakarian and Scott Conant…
Fresh American Bistro (FAB) quietly opened a few weeks ago in the former Alba Seaside Italian spot at Sole on the Ocean in Sunny Isles Beach. Alba’s quotes from The Godfather have been replaced by a casual seaside aesthetic. Also new and notable is the chef. Philippe Ruiz, the former…
At Mainzer’s German Deli in Pinecrest, the regulars begin flooding in at noon for liverwurst and egg salad sandwiches on dense rye bread. No one leaves without a scoop of the pale-yellow potato salad, dressed in vinegar and flecked with bits of carrot and parsley. Cheryl Mainzer and her gruff,…
Six decades ago, the landscape of Bird Road was very different. The road was rocky, traffic was the least of anyone’s worries, and a retro sign with the name Frankie’s Pizza was about the only thing you could see from afar. Fast-forward to today and only one of those things…
