Amir Ben-Zion Creates a Village at the Vagabond Hotel

It was 5 p.m. Thursday, October 25, the day before Vagabond Sushi was to open, when Amir Ben-Zion addressed a group of employees finishing a wine and food tasting as part of their training. Ceramic cup of sake in hand, he told the two dozen servers and bartenders sitting around…

Here’s What You Need to Know About the Cat Café South Beach

The Cat Café South Beach opens its doors Friday morning, serving up freshly roasted coffee, treats, and cuddly kitties.The 2,900-square-foot space will offer a good selection of coffee drinks, along with sweet and savory items from local vendors like Honeybee Donuts and Cindy Lou’s Cookies.

Here Are the Food-Related Organizations to Support on Give Miami Day

Give Miami Day returns this Thursday, November 15, allowing Miamians to donate to their favorite organization. Coordinated by the Miami Foundation, this day of philanthropy benefits local nonprofits in various categories such as the arts, animals, faith-based organizations, science and technology, accessibility and disability services, civic engagement, crime prevention, education and…

Thanksgiving 2018: Miami Restaurant Brunch Guide

Thanksgiving is really what you wish to make of it. If you’re craving an early feast this year, you’ll be happy to know that many Miami eateries are hosting tasty options of turkey brunch on November 22 and over the weekend. Here are the best spots serving up special holiday menus. Brunch specials fall on Thanksgiving Day unless noted otherwise. Prices do not include tax or gratuity.

Two Latin Cafes Three Blocks Apart Cause Cafecito Confusion

Latin Cafe 2000 has, in a way, seen it all. Two decades ago, the Edgewater neighborhood where it resides was a different place. Few ventured to Biscayne Boulevard at night. There were only a few residents and high-rises dotting a landscape that now sees developers buying land for tens of…

Miami Book Fair 2018: The Best Events for Foodies

The Miami Book Fair is the literary highlight of our city.  The annual event is best known for its author appearances and weekend street fair that features over 250 publishers and booksellers, but it’s also a great spot for food and music. Here are the best food-related events at the fair.

Five Memorable Moments From Seed Food & Wine Week 2018

Seed Food & Wine Week, the nation’s first plant-based food and wine fest and a signature Miami event, just marked a milestone: year five. The festival, named one of the top three wine festival in the U.S. by USA Today, has grown exponentially since its inception, expanding to include an LA edition…

Attention, Taco Chefs: Tacolandia Wants You

Tacolandia, Miami’s celebration of tacos, is almost here and we want you!Miami New Times has a few vendor spots left for Tacolandia, the taco-centric festival at Soho Studios on Saturday, November 17. The event will run from 2 to 6 p.m.

The Wynwood Yard Team Is Opening the Doral Yard at Downtown Doral

Even though the Wynwood Yard received news it will close next spring, the Yard concept is alive and well. It’s just been announced that the Doral Yard at Downtown Doral will open in spring 2019. The project is a partnership between Della Heiman and Ken Lyon of Yard Hospitality,…

Miami’s Ten Best Restaurant Deals

Miami Spice has long come to a close, but there’s no reason for foodies on a budget to be deprived of a good value. Luckily, there are plenty of eateries offering great bites at reasonable prices, with prix-fixe menus to turn to for a fine meal. Listed below are ten…

Longtime Pubbelly Chef Guillermo Concha Dies at 42

Guillermo Concha, a chef that worked in some of Miami’s most revered kitchens, has died at 42. The chef, who had moved to New York to pursue his culinary career, was found unresponsive in his apartment, according to his longtime friend and mentor, Jose Mendin. An official cause of death has not been announced.