Bengal Modern Indian Cuisine

Featuring walls of pastel mint green minimally adorned with brightly colored sconces, Bengal’s contemporary two-level space is lovely. Bollywood music videos summon sound and fury on a high-def TV set. The food, unfortunately, is decidedly low-def – the flavors of a vegetable biryani or chicken tandoori don’t leap on the tongue like a tiger, but […]

Bhoom Shanti

While the world’s temporary, Slumdog Millionaire-fueled obsession with Bollywood may have faded into the background, Indian culture is a lot more than a pop phenomenon. And for those who are still into all things Indian or Moroccan, Bhoom Shanti is the place. From silky draperies to elaborate saris, home furnishings, jewelry, incense, statues. Any ornate […]

Bistro Cassis

At Bistro Cassis in midtown Miami, the focus is on adhering to culinary traditions and offering authentic French fare. From the menu to the decor, New York-based Restar Hospitality Group is trying to mimic a typical French brasserie experience — right down to the massive mural of the Paris Metro. It starts with the scrumptious […]

Blackbrick

Blackbrick in midtown serves the Chinese food you’ve been waiting for. There are classics such as salt-and-pepper shrimp, Sichuan vegetables with hot oil fried rice, and steamed red snapper with soy, ginger, and scallions. The dessert menu is also extensive, with ice cream from Calle Ocho’s Azucar and an assortment of cakes. Stop by the […]

Brasserie Azur

Midtown’s Brasserie Azur is incredibly good-looking. But rest assured you won’t find any of the pomp associated with its South Beach sister party spot, Villa Azur. Sure, both eateries serve French fare with an Italian twist by executive chef Edwin Mallet, but Brasserie Azur is more casual and affordable. Here, you’ll find plenty of wines […]