On Sunday, February 2, a projected 181 million Americans will be glued to televisions in homes and sports bars throughout the country to watch Super Bowl XLVIII. Trying to turn those 360 million eyes into dollar signs, major corporations will spend about $4 million for 30 seconds of air time…
This weekend is all about sports, and it’s your choice. You can be an athlete by running the Miami Marathon or Half Marathon this Sunday, February 2, which takes runners on a 26.2- or 13.1-mile journey from downtown Miami, through South Beach, and then to Coconut Grove before finishing near…
Alberto Cabrera faced an earth-shattering dilemma. His wife really loves McMuffins — the breakfast sandwich proffered at every McDonald’s near you. But Cabrera, the chef behind Bread + Butter in Coral Gables, believed she deserved something greater than this mundane morning meal. “I had to make it bigger and better,”…
One of the many arguments against a healthful, meatless diet is its cost-prohibitive nature. Being vegan means shopping exclusively at Whole Foods, right? Wrong. Believe it or not, veganism can be achieved even via Walmart. Author Ellen Jaffe Jones is all about showing folks how to maintain a heart-healthy, longevity-inspiring…
The last few moments of last night’s Top Chef was tense, to say the least. Two cheftestants stood holding hands before the judges’ table. One would end his or her journey; the other would advance to the Top Chef finale and one step closer to winning the title and $125,000…
When Liza Meli closes one restaurant door, she doesn’t waste time opening another. The former owner of the now-defunct Ouzo’s Greek Island Taverna, Meli is now at Barmeli Miami, a wine shop that serves Mediterranean tapas on the Upper Eastside. Fans of Ouzo’s will be pleased to see many of…
Two of Miami’s best bartenders will represent our city in the United States Bartenders’ Guild National Showcase, after winning the Miami USBG’s LEgacy Cocktail Showcase. Twelve local bartenders competed at Cipriani Miami for the opportunity to participate in the nationals, and possibly advance to the global showcase in May. Each…
The Eden Roc Miami Beach is one of the most iconic hotels in South Florida, if not the world. Designed by famed architect Morris Lapidus, the cruise ship-shaped hotel has been an ocean side jewel for over 50 years. In her heyday in the glamorous ’50s and ’60s, the Eden…
When it comes to meat stuffed between buns, Miami has it all. In the past, we’ve shared our picks for the city’s top ten burgers. We even found the most expensive one — it’s $65. But now, it’s time to think beyond the bun. Grab some napkins: What follows are…
Remember Beyonce’s controversial “Beysus” Instagram? During a recent visit to Miami, Mrs. Carter hopped onto Jugofresh’s Wynwood counter and snapped a photo in front of an Andy Warhol-inspired ‘Last Supper’ mural. And then the Internet exploded. “It’s been controversial for Beyonce, but it hasn’t been controversial for Jugofresh,” says owner…
In an episode of Bewitched, the television show about witches and admen that predates Mad Men by a few decades, Samantha once again saves her husband Darrin Stephens’ hide by inventing “tooth paints”, toothpaste in different colors and wacky fruit flavors. The idea was a hit on the show but,…
The best place to sit at Blackbrick is certainly the kitchen bar. From there, you can watch the 63-year-old chef from Hong Kong stir-fry mustard greens in his red-hot wok. The way he works is soothing — how swiftly he moves and how intently he waits, hands behind his back,…
Living in Miami, you’ve probably already heard of Groove Cruise. But if you’re unfamiliar, here’s the scoop: It’s the “world’s largest floating dance festival” that sails from Miami to Cozumel. And the crazy party is happening this weekend. To kick-off the festivities, and offer people the best food they’re bound…
With all the glitz and glamor of celebrity chefs embracing Miami Beach for a weekend during the South Beach Wine and Food Festival, some people might forget that the event is an annual blowout fundraiser for Florida International University’s Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism. In fact, over a decade…
Athletes need protein. For most people, this translates into an overabundance of skinless chicken breast and broiled salmon. But Matt Frazier, the ultra-marathoner behind the No Meat Athlete blog and book, is schooling people on how a plant-based diet can fuel better results. Frazier, who made the transition from meat-eater…
This week might be just another week to you, but on the other side of the world, China is gearing up for their big New Year’s celebration this Friday, January 31. To welcome the year of the horse, Hakkasanis offering a special family-style, prix-fixe menu for $128 per person all…
In Miami, much like the rest of this country, most people have no clue where their food comes from. Slow Food, an international non-for-profit organization that combats the standardization of taste and culture brought on by the popularization of fast food, is looking to change that. “Any time you can…
If you happen to drive by the Honey Tree around lunch time on a weekday, you might ask yourself why a ton of people — including men and women in business attire — are coming in and out of a health food store. Well, here’s your answer: Despite the humble…
On Sunday, February 2, at 6:30 p.m. all normal activity on this planet will cease to exist as everyone in the world squats in front of a television to watch the Super Bowl. Exaggeration? Somewhat. Last year, more than 46 percent of the population of the United States that tunes…
Beerfest is back!It’s back! The 17th-annual New Times “Original” Beerfest returns to downtown Fort Lauderdale April 5 with more beer and entertainment than ever before. We’re talking more than 100 of the world’s best local and international beers — all yours for the sipping…
A new restaurant and lounge is set to open in downtown Miami, bringing an eclectic mix of healthful foods, juices, decadent meals, and clubbing to the former Mia space. Imperia, a two-story, 5,000-square-foot multi-use space, will open Friday, January 31, at 6 p.m. with a party featuring Fiat cars on…
Cruising on Biscayne Boulevard towards 163rd street in North Miami, Jerusalem Deli & Cafe is undetectable in its strip mall location. But once you discover this holy city-named cafe, you’ll be drawn to it forever. After our first encounter, we revisited three times that same week. Now we have plans…
