Murder at Burger King For a Measly $2,300

Miami-based Burger King is in the news again, not because of its food, but because of a senseless murder.Jose Reyes Mejia-Varela, the former manager of a BK located in Maryland, has pleaded guilty to the murder of Jacinta “Patty” Ayala, assistant manager at the same location.Ayala, 32, was the mother…

5 Napkin Burger Becomes 5 Napkin Grill; Adds Menu Items

It’s been a weird year for meat patties in Miami. What with joints like Damn Good Burger and American Burger dropping like flies — it takes a lot for burger-centric spots to keep it together. In the midst of these developments, Lincoln Road’s 5 Napkin Burger was looking to reach…

Challah for Hanukkah: Step-By-Step Guide

The best holiday dinners go down a little like this: the host or hostess drops off a juicy, slow-cooked brisket, a platter of latkes, and a golden homemade challah atop a linen-topped dining room table. Eyes light up. Is it the candles or all the champagne? We just don’t know…

Khong River House Opens December 17: Menu Preview (Photos)

Khong River House, the new Asian concept from 50 Eggs, opens on Meridian, just off Lincoln Road on December 17, after teasing the public with drips of information and black and white murals for months.Read also:Lincoln Road’s Intriguing Signage: The Art of Coming SoonThe restaurant, named after the Mekong (nicknamed…

South Beach Wine & Food Festival Announces 2013 Food Truck Lineup

Now that Art Basel is over, it’s time to start focusing on the imminent arrival of the South Beach Wine and Food Festival, which takes over our fair city February 21-24, 2013.One of our favorite events last year was Trucks on the Beach, hosted by Travel Channel’s Andrew Zimmern. Last…

At Pride and Joy, Myron Mixon Wants You to Kiss the Ring

On a sunlit Wednesday afternoon in early December, Myron Mixon sits at a wooden picnic table on the back patio of the new Wynwood barbecue joint Pride and Joy. His long white hair is pushed away from his fleshy face. His thick beard is speckled with dark whiskers. His black…

Florida Announces Food Code and Restaurant Inspection Updates

The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, the state agency that’s in charge of inspecting all Florida restaurants for cleanliness and food safety, announced updates to the statewide Food Code.The  new code, which goes into effect January 1, 2013, will improve the inspection process for restaurant operators and addresses…

Bougainvillea’s to Take Over Cervezas in South Miami

South Miami’s popular craft beer outpost, Cervezas, is now under the ownership of another local drinking den – Bougainvillea’s Old Florida Tavern. The acquisition announcement was made via the two bars’ Facebook pages last night. Read also: – Best Bar for a Bender: Cerveza – 4/20 “Get Stone’d” Stone Brewing…

Momi in Brickell: Good Noodles Out of the Gate

After more than a year of construction, Momi, the mysterious Brickell ramen shop, opened its doors about two weeks ago. You might have heard or read ramen enthusiasts wax about the endless lines stretching out of legendary Tokyo or Osaka shops. We found no such queue on a weekday afternoon,…

Norman Van Aken Cooks at Whole Foods Coral Gables Tonight

Norman Van Aken wears many “toques”. He’s been coined the father of New World cuisine and was one of the “Mango Gang”, a group of chefs including Douglas Rodriguez, Allen Susser, and Mark Militello who turned Miami’s culinary vista from diners and early bird specials into an interesting and culturally…

Epcot’s Alcohol: Drinking Around at the Booze Counters & Carts

If you’re over 21 and without offspring, Epcot is the ideal Disney destination. After all, their 11 international pavilions feature alcoholic treats from the countries of origin. From Jagermeister to champagne, you can get your buzz on all over the world. Read also: – Disney Treats Make You Fat, Says…

Five Extravagant Holiday Gifts for the Ultimate Food Lover

There are certain extravagant holiday gifts that impress only because of their price tag — particularly when it comes to shopping for the ultimate food lover. For these gift recipients, bottle openers and knife sets just won’t do. The food-obsessed home cook would love an electric wine cellar or sous…

Gramps Bar’s Gator Show at Soft Opening

This weekend saw approximately 10,378 Basel-related events. And despite the attraction of porn-as-art; an erotic candy-themed carnival ride and pop-ups galore – one of the most talked about attractions was an old school Florida tradition: the gator show. Read also: – Art Basel: The Most Artistic Cocktails in Miami -…

Ten Foodie Gifts For Under $10

The holidays are upon us once again, you’re broke, and you’ve just picked Bob in the office grab bag. He’s the guy who lives to Instagram every single meal — from bread to dessert.Read also:Bacon Stocking Stuffers: Ten Gifts Under $20Don’t fret, our poor yet fabulous friends, because the Short…

Instagram Food Photo of the Week: Killer Penne by SoFLBrgOverload

This week’s Instagram food photo is by user, SoFLBrgOverload. If you’d like to see your photo here, hash-tag #shortordermiami on Instagram whenever you upload great photos of food or drinks. Our favorite is selected every Monday. Follow Short Order on Facebook , on Twitter @Short_Order, and Instagram @ShortOrder…

Art Basel: The Most Artistic Cocktails in Miami

About now you’ve driven around for miles looking for some parking spot under $50, walked miles in shoes that hurt, downed your fair share of cheese cubes, and pondered both art and the throngs of “interesting” fairgoers. Read also:- Art Basel Eats: From a Phuc Yea!Pop-Up to a Basel Biergarten- Art Basel: Where…