Food trivia Monday: what chef has five James-Beard Awards, three cookbooks, hosts two television shows, and an empire of restaurants with his latest one officially dishing out dinner in Miami Beach? If you’re scratching your head right now, turn on Bravo and the answer might just be staring at you…
If you woke up with the taste of BBQ and beer still in your mouth, you did American proud this weekend. The fun doesn’t stop just cause it’s Monday, though it does give you a bit of a break with some healthy salads in mason jars, which you’ll learn to…
One summer morning in 2012, Paul Fernandez found himself laying in bed craving a PB&J sandwich. I really want it, but I don’t feel like making it myself, Fernandez thought. That’s when the idea for Mr. PB&J was born. This Miami food truck prides itself on selling gourmet PB&Js with…
Although Miami may have a long, colorful history as one of the top destinations for international tourism, the Magic City’s culinary offerings weren’t always limited to high-priced restaurants on the beach and celebrity chef outposts. For years, Miami has been a hub for Cuban cuisine, fine dining, and plenty of…
July 4 is here and it’s packed with all kinds of fun. From special brunches to hot dog eating contests to backyard barbecues, there’s a way to celebrate our nation’s birthday for everyone. Independence Day weekend starts now! Rosa Mexicano Ice Cream Festival Rosa Mexicano’s annual ice cream festival returns…
Happy 239th birthday, America. July 4 is a day to celebrate our fascinating, wonderful, sometimes frustrating country that’s always been a beacon of hope and light for most of the world. The way we celebrate Independence Day is as varied as the people who live here. Some choose to spend…
Heroes who stand the the test of time are hard to come by, and so are those of the sandwich variety. Thankfully, a month ago, a new sub shop called Heros opened up in North Miami. The vibe is classic Americana with some unpretentious but delicious sandwiches. Hidden in a strip mall,…
If you live in MIami, you’re likely aware that it’s not a cheap place to live. Rents are the eighth-highest in the United States, with a median of about $2,450. Burgers sell for $15 in many restaurants, and a cocktail could set you back as much as $100 (if you want…
Matambre is a dish that looks you right in the eye, though not in the way the deep fried heads that accompany Japanese sweet shrimp might. Instead at Che Tito’s near Kendall a pair of hard boiled egg slivers wrapped up in slowly poached beef peer at you with hollow stares…
Even though Miami Spice doesn’t, technically, begin for another month, culinary enthusiasts in the 305 are already perusing the website, which just went live, to see if their favorite restaurants made the list of nearly 200 dining options. To kick off the celebratory vibe, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors…
Byblos Restaurant and Lounge has set an opening date. The Eastern Mediterranean restaurant will open its doors on Friday, July 17 at 1545 Collins Ave., adjacent to the Royal Palm South Beach Miami hotel. The 200-seat restaurant, which originated in Toronto, will be helmed by executive chef Stuart Cameron. The…
The Pubbelly Boys are closing L’echon Brasserie as of today. The Miami New Times learned of the closing in an email that contained the following brief statement: As of July 1, 2015, “L’echon Brasserie”, a French concept developed by The Pubbelly Restaurant Group, will no longer operate at the Hilton…
Last month, Governor Rick Scott signed bill CS/CS/SB 186, better known as the growler bill, into law. The law, which becomes effective today, July 1, give local breweries the ability to sell and fill 64 oz. growlers. This size, considered the industry standard, joins the already-legal 32 oz. and 128 oz…
June was one of the most active months this year regarding Miami restaurant openings and closings. Notable openings include La Moderna straight from Roma; Tantalize supper club; and Chef Klime Kovaceski’s Crust. Although technically open for a few months, Tom Colicchio’s Beachcraft finally started serving dinner, and Kylie Jenner helped open…
Last week Tuesday was sous chef Michael Beltran’s last day at Michael Schwartz’s ode to fine dining, the Cypress Room. The toque who worked under the tutelage of chef de cuisine Roel Alcudia since before the Design District eatery opened in March 2013 will be opening his first solo venture…
This weekend we celebrate the Fourth of July, a day for commemorating our great country’s independence with beach days, cookouts, and nights filled with color and light. Miami restaurants are rolling our the red (white, and blue) carpet for you, with beach celebrations, special cocktails, pool parties, and cool places…
One year ago Miami New Times was lamenting the news that David Bracha’s River Oyster Bar, one of the few remaining non-chain restaurants in Brickell, would be leaving the neighbourhood in 2015. But fans of the local favorite need not be sad any longer; the restaurant has recently signed a…
When Michael Sullivan announced the closing of his successful gastropub, OTC, less than a month ago, Miami was saddened and confused. After all, since the restaurant’s opening in 2012, it has consistently turned out unfussy, delicious food paired with an interesting and varied selection of beers. Sullivan simply gave the…
One of the most amazing things about Miami is the abundant wildlife that share space with us humans, making us a true urban jungle. An afternoon boating trip can be rewarded with sightings of pelicans, manatees, or dolphins. A brisk morning walk can turn into a bird watching expedition with…
On August 1, Miami Spice returns with the offer of prix fixe lunches and dinners at some of our finest restaurants at the reduced price of $23 for lunch and $39 for dinner. The offer, which runs from August 1 – September 30, is designed to encourage both tourists and…
The way Paola Fernández remembers it, she arrived in Miami from Argentina last fall after being promised work alongside famous chef Najat Kaanache in preparation for the opening of a high-end Coral Gables restaurant. Instead, she was forced to iron, prepare home meals, and care for a difficult 8-year-old. “For…
Jorgie Ramos’ years in the restaurant business have been hell. Problems began in 2008, when the real-estate market collapsed, forcing him and his father Jorge to sell off several houses they were planning to fix up and resell. “I lost $4 million or $5 million pretty much overnight,” the 33-year-old…
