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Mobile Miami Italian Spot Makes Best Food Trucks in U.S. List

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

Jul 8, 2025

A Miami Italian spot on wheels has made Yelp's Top 100 Food Trucks in the U.S. for its wood-fired pizza and Neapolitan dishes.

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Diddy Trial in Week Eight: Jury Reaches Verdict

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 2, 2025

Sean Combs has been found guilty of violating the Mann Act on two counts, but was found not guilty on racketeering and sex trafficking.

Two Miami Pie Shops Make Best Pizzerias in U.S. Ranking

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 2, 2025

Two Miami pizza shops have been ranked as the best pizzerias in the United States by a prestigious Italian pizza publication.

Two South Florida Parlors Among the Best Ice Cream Shops in U.S.

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

Jul 1, 2025

Two South Florida scoop shops are ranked among Yelp's Top 100 Ice Cream Shops in the U.S. for their house-made ice cream.

Two South Florida Delis Among Best Bagel Shops in U.S.

By Olee Fowler

Jun 25, 2025

Two family-owned delis in South Florida are ranked among the top 50 bagel spots in the U.S. and Canada by Yelp for 2025.

Miami's Famed Cuban Bartender Enters Hall of Fame

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jun 23, 2025

After being inducted into the Bartender Hall of Fame, Julio Cabrera was back behind the bar at Cafe La Trova serving magic.

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Miami Chef Wins James Beard Award: What to Know

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

Jun 17, 2025

A Miami chef has won the Best Chef: South award at the 2025 James Beard Awards, one year after his sister won the same award.

Chic Miami Spot Among the Most Beautiful Restaurants On Earth

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

Jun 16, 2025

A glitzy Miami Beach spot has been named one of the most beautiful restaurants in the world — and the only in North America.

Chef Jacob Bickelhaupt Faces New Charges After Domestic Violence Arrest

By Alex DeLuca

Jun 11, 2025

Bickelhaupt owns Konro, a Michelin-starred omakase restaurant in West Palm Beach.

Vibey Miami Steakhouse Named Best New Restaurant in the U.S.

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jun 10, 2025

A hip Miami steakhouse with a dreamy courtyard and excellent martinis has just been named the best new restaurant in the U.S.

World's Best Cocktail Menu? New Miami Bar Takes Honors

By Olee Fowler

May 22, 2025

A monster-themed Miami bar has been nominated for having one of the best cocktail menus in the world — and it might win.

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Doral Mayor Responds to Removal of Venezuelan Temporary Protected Status

By B. Scott McLendon

May 20, 2025

Mayor Christi Fraga asks residents for calm amid fears that thousands of Venezuelan refugees are about to lose protections.

Miami Staple Named the Most Expensive Restaurant in Florida

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

May 15, 2025

The opulent L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon in Miami's Design District has been named the most expensive restaurant in Florida.

Don't Worry a Miami Flanigan's Made the GTA 6 Map and It's Glorious

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

May 13, 2025

Beloved Florida chain Flanigan's Seafood Bar and Grill has made a digital cameo in GTA 6's second trailer, and it's epic.

Over 20 Miami Restaurant Visionaries Named Rising Stars

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

Apr 29, 2025

Over 20 Miami restaurant pros have been named 2025 Rising Stars, a significant honor for shaping the 305's culinary future.

Miami Steakhouse Named One of the Best New Restaurants on Earth

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

Apr 25, 2025

A Miami steakhouse has just been named one of the best new restaurants in the world for its delicious food and atmosphere.

What to Order at Fort Lauderdale’s First Michelin-Starred Restaurant

By Olee Fowler

Apr 23, 2025

From foie gras macarons to dry-aged duck, here is what to order at Fort Lauderdale's first Michelin-starred restaurant, Maass.

New Miami Restaurant Wins Michelin Star: What to Know

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Apr 17, 2025

A new Midtown Miami restaurant has won a Michelin Star during the Florida Michelin Guide Awards in Orlando for its omakase.

Fort Lauderdale Upscale Restaurant Wins Michelin Star, City’s First

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Apr 17, 2025

A Fort Lauderdale restaurant has won the city's first-ever Michelin Star during the Florida Michelin Guide Awards in Orlando.

4 Miami Spots Among the Best Bars in North America

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

Apr 17, 2025

Four Miami bars are among North America's 50 Best Bars 2025, proving that the city's cocktail scene is now a global contender.

National Spotlight

Miami Influencers Made the Time100 Creators List

Miami Restaurateur Among World's Best Pizza Chefs

National Spotlight

Miami Influencers Made the Time100 Creators List

Miami Restaurateur Among World's Best Pizza Chefs

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