Big things are happening at Schnebly Miami Brewing Company. First the beer appeared at LoKal Burgers and Beer, then a short time later at World of Beer-Dadeland. Now: across Florida. Late last month, Miami-Dade’s first craft brewery signed a distribution contract with Doral-based Gold Coast Beverage Distributors, Inc.Gold Coast is…
Are you ready for the weekend? Of course you’re not (because you’re not finished reading this list). As part of our loving devotion to you, we’ve put together the best food-related things to do this weekend and all of them are worth a shot. Oktoberfest is here, so we’ve got…
And another one bites the dust.Amidst all the buzz about Purdy Avenue’s re-birth, soul food kitchen Georgia’s Union has closed after only three short months.See also:- Georgia’s Union Opens in Miami BeachThe comfort food joint, a venture by Barclay Effs (owner of midtown’s Morgan’s), met with largely positive reviews during…
For wine lovers, Napa Valley’s opulent Opus One is a label not to be ignored. At $150+ a pop (depending on vintage), the Bordeaux-style varietal (a joint project of bigwigs Robert Mondavi and Baroness Philippine de Rothschild) is a favorite choice among the monied set.See also:- Chef Jordan Hoffman of…
As you all know, the best fall food event, Iron Fork, is fast approaching. On October 18 at Grand Central, chefs Daniel Serfer (Blue Collar) and Kenny Gilbert (Top Chef alum and Swine Southern Table and Bar) will battle to the death in a cooking competition worth sweating over. And…
For broke, beer-loving Miamians, the past few months without The Wetlab have been a painful lesson in withdrawal. This top secret watering hole known for its astonishingly cheap drinks, dog-friendly digs and Key Biscayne’s best view has been shuttered since the end of May. But there’s good news on the…
Tuesday, saguesera Yelpers rejoiced at the first ever Yelp event held in Kendall. Of course, Yelp being the adorable hipster it is, the event was held at a trendy spot, namely the 100 Montaditos on Kendall Drive.The joint was “four-square” full and teeming with foodies. Fortunately the staff was well…
Few people would argue that room service is one of the greatest joys of the First World. And Room Service Restaurant Lounge aims to bottle that boozing-in-a-bathrobe feeling and sell it for a pretty penny on South Beach.Designed to mimic a sleek, modern five-star resort, the new establishment offers guests…
Good news, folks! If you’re a fan of Andrew Zimmern or world traveling or bull penises and insects, you’ll want to listen up. The Travel Channel’s globetrotting gourmand has a new food truck called AZ Canteen, and rumor has it he’ll stop by our neighborhood in the coming months. What…
The team behind the Pubbelly quartet of restaurants in Miami Beach is bringing their growing empire to the mainland and is planning another Barceloneta, their Spanish tapas concept, to South Miami.The team in late September filed papers with the state forming Barceloneta Management Group, LLC and Barceloneta South Miami LLC,…
The canned versus fresh pumpkin debate goes as follows: advocates for canned renditions argue that quality is consistent, reliable and readily available, while fresh aficionados side with the advantages of vibrant, bright flavor. South Florida is home to the Seminole pumpkin, a species native to Florida that’s been grown here…
Simon Stojanovic’s TIKL was bustling with business types from nearby office towers on recent weekday. Though it’s only officially been open since September 21, the restaurant’s design, menu format and location seem to indicate that it will be a success. Read also Altamare Team to Open Tikl on BrickellWhether the…
Traveling inspires José Andrés, helping him think of new presentations for a variety of ingredients and flavors. In fact, Miami’s the Bazaar was influenced by Andrés’s extensive travels throughout Asia. In Singapore, he noticed a resemblance between the country’s art deco buildings and those of South Beach. He became fascinated…
Shokudo Miami Review: A World Resource in Buena Vista
See also: Slide show: “Closer Look: Shokudo.”
Around October and through around April, those lovable tourists start flooding the streets of Miami wearing sun visors and holding flimsy Kodaks. Locals find themselves dodging groups of people speaking strange languages just to get to their favorite spots for a bite to eat. Thankfully, those same establishments compete for…
Thea Pizzeria has quietly been trying to get into the swing of things before going on a full-fledged frenzy to promote its new digs. Owned by former partner of Joey’s in Wynwood, Thea Goldman, the quaint space in Overtown offers a simple menu of affordable, Italian-inspired café cuisine. You can…
Buddha Sushi Bar soft-opened a few weeks ago, quietly launching on the Upper Eastside amid the September restaurant craze. After throwing a grand-opening party this past weekend, the restaurant is officially ready and willing to serve you fresh fish (but you’ll have to catch it yourself). Decide what you want…
Valentina Cordero, owner of the home-based vegan bakery the House of V, knows exactly what lies beyond the swinging doors of a restaurant kitchen. This boisterous, chaotic world — packed with white coats and sweating brows — contrasts heavily with the chic dining rooms and smooth lines of service that exist…
Born in the Asturias, José Andrés is widely credited with introducing avant-garde Spanish cuisine to the United States. This remarkable feat was accomplished through his empire of highly regarded restaurants. His status as a Made in Spain PBS Food television star didn’t hurt either. A majority of Andrés’s restaurants are…
When it comes to our favorite brands, it seems we’re more likely to remember the epic successes (Doritos Locos Tacos, anyone?) than the equally epic failures. But failures, there are aplenty. Dangerous, disgusting, or just plain absurd, these gastronomic gaffes may be fun to laugh at now, but it wouldn’t…
One of the hottest things right now, according to Lee Schrager, is mixology — the skill of blending cocktails with a focus on quality ingredients and innovative flavor combinations. “There’s so much emphasis on cocktails right now,” he says. To reflect what he calls the “big explosion of mixology,” the…
Never one to feel comfortable out of the spotlight, presidential candidate Mitt Romney visited a Colorado Chipotle for lunch today. After feasting on burrito bowls and guac, he went about his campaign fan duty. But while posing for photos with fellow Chipotle guests and assorted admirers, one employee stole the…
