Creation produced with passion just looks better, and tastes better. Last night marked the first event in a nationwide, four-city, underground dinner series called “MAKIN IT.” It pairs an artist, a chef, a ton of vino from Rhone Valley (and a sommelier to help explain them!), live music and attendees…
There’s only one thing better than free beer, and that’s free, fresh, local beer, enjoyed directly at the source. That’s why you have to come out to New Times’ happy hour at Wynwood Brewing Company. It all goes down tonight, May 15, from 7 to 9, when you’ll be able…
First off, Shake Shack’s pudgy, crinkle-cut fries were never the best. Sure, slathered in cheese sauce alongside the Shake Shack burger, they were palatable, but they weren’t enjoyable — munching on the too-fat fries just made it easier to justify ordering a second burger. The crinkle-cut fries were like the…
New Times’ Best of Miami 2014 issue arrives June 19. To celebrate, Short Order is paying tribute to Miami’s Culinary All-Stars. These people forged our city’s food scene into what it is today — a thriving amalgam of tastes and cultures. Through their insight and talent, they’ve given the city…
Opened only a few weeks ago, Shikany has brought yet another new dining concept to Wynwood. It is, however, a stark contrast to the rest of the still-gentrifying neighborhood. Housed in a completely renovated warehouse, the visually stunning restaurant offers global cuisine with modern techniques, including molecular tricks such as…
There might be no greater guilt-inducing purchase than fresh juice. Though it’s endorsed by celebrities as varied as Gwyneth Paltrow, Richard Simmons, and Russell Brand, the health-conscious creations don’t come cheap. Be honest: How many times have you illegally parked your car on Purdy Avenue to purchase an extremely overpriced…
It starts before you arrive: the low guttural hum of expensive Italian sports cars — vivid-yellow Lamborghinis, sleek black Maseratis, fire-engine-red Ferraris — idling out front at the valet stand. Once you’re inside, the opulence of Cavalli Miami Restaurant & Lounge only escalates. Mismatched white and bright floral-clothed tables are…
A woman was rushed to the ER after drinking what was labeled a “toxic cocktail.” The incident happened at the Taste of the Garden event, held at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden back in January. Local 10 reports that Barbara Kaufman was at a fundraiser when she was handed a…
Bravo’s reality series about real estate deals and meltdowns is coming to Miami, with our city becoming the tropical backdrop for three realtors wheeling, dealing, and backstabbing their way into the hearts of America. Million Dollar Listing Miami is the third in Bravo’s latest franchise. Premiering on Wednesday, June 25…
Michy’s, Michelle Bernstein’s flagship Miami restaurant, is closing. The restaurant, which opened in 2006, is closing Saturday, June 28, after eight years on Miami’s Upper Eastside. See also: Top Ten Influential Figures in Miami Dining…
If you’re looking for a meal deal that doesn’t skimp on service or flavor, check out the new “speedy weekday lunch special” at Biscayne Tavern in downtown Miami. Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., the casual eatery is offering your choice of one of its seasonal salads…
Jen Chaefsky celebrated Mother’s Day at Macchialina, which was fitting given that the rustic Italian eatery is her lovechild. For the special day, chef Michael Pirolo did things a little differently. Rolling carts stacked with minuscule bowls of homemade pasta and other hot and cold delicacies darted in and out…
Kris Wessel is going big this spring with the announcement of Oolite Restaurant & Bar. The restaurant, to be located in the former Cooper Avenue space just off Lincoln Road at 1661 Pennsylvania Ave., is scheduled to open May 30. The restaurant’s name is derived from the limestone and coral…
Chef Dewey LoSasso is obviously proud of his new tenure at Acqualina Resort & Spa. And why not? The plush Sunny Isles hotel is beautiful. The design gives the resort a vibe that’s less South Beach and more large Mediterranean villa. Driving up to the valet stand ($8 with restaurant…
After more than a year of work on the small spot, Europa Gourmet Market has finally opened. The long and narrow space houses an abundant assortment of European packaged goods — beer, meats, and even sodas — designed to give European-born residents a taste of home. More interesting than the…
May is National Burger Month, and as part of a rich and meaty tradition, Blue Collar is celebrating with blogger-created burger specials. In the past, creations have included the Fat Girl Hedonist burger — made with chorizo, fried shallots, smoked Gouda, and chipotle mayo — and the Food-E burger, with…
Set in the posh Soho Beach House, Cecconi’s Miami Beach serves up a taste of the sweet savory and boozy life for an affordable price. As the clock climbs from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday through Saturday, you can get drinks and small and medium plates priced at either…
American Craft Beer Week runs from May 12 through 18 and celebrates not only beer but also beer paired with food. Like the steady stream of special releases around the country, several beer dinners are happening around Miami too. If you missed the Cigar City Brewing five-course beer dinner at…
If you enjoy wine, and we mean good wine, you’ll be excited to hear that DB Bistro Moderne�has brought back its wine dinner series, Miami’s Own. The event aims to promote awareness of local organizations through its “intimate dinner party” format, where guests and leaders can mingle and discuss the…
It starts before you arrive: the low guttural hum of expensive Italian sports cars — vivid-yellow Lamborghinis, sleek black Maseratis, fire-engine-red Ferraris — idling out front at the valet stand. Once you’re inside, the opulence of Cavalli Miami Restaurant & Lounge only escalates. Mismatched white and bright floral-clothed tables are…
Tap 79 opened about a month ago on the 79th Street Causeway, providing a much-needed local haunt to grab a burger and a few beers. The gastropub, located just west of the first bridge to North Bay Village and the beach, takes over the old Buddha Sushi Bar space and…
Bellm�nt Restaurant quietly opened on Miracle Mile last fall. On a busy street that seems to have a restaurant pop up weekly, it’s not always easy to be the new kid on the block. Owner Sergio Catalina Bellm�nt knows that fact firsthand. The restaurant was originally set up to be…
