Art Basel and Miami Art Week starts next week with previews, opening night parties and of course, ART. But did you know that MIAbites has nicknamed Art Basel… EAT Basel? "Where should we eat in Miami?" Here are some of our Best Bites for Art Basel dining in and around Miami, Miami Beach, Wynwood and the Design District.
Read MoreA few years ago, while visiting Colombia, we drove out to the outskirts of Bogotá to a small town called Chiá to have dinner at Andres Carne de Res.
It was a wild and memorable night, with singing, dancing, stilt walkers, live music and amazing grilled meats and more.
Miami Beach now has it’s own Andres Carne de Res right on the corner of Lincoln Road, towering four stories of entertainment that promises to be popular with both locals and tourists.
Read MoreA month long celebration of Hispanic Culture includes some amazing food and drinks. With the end of Miami Spice only a week or so away, now is your chance to celebrate both (Miami Spice offers where available).
Read MoreMiami is called the “Magic City” for good reason. Whether it is the ocean, the bay or the skyline, the city offers some of the most magical views. Here is a roundup of some of the most scenic dining destinations. Many are offering Miami Spice lunch or dinner menus through September 30th, so check ahead at Miami Spice website.
Read MoreAs the signature full-service restaurant at the Freehand Miami, 27 Restaurant is known for its creative dishes that marry global flavors with local ingredients. Overseen by Corporate Executive Chef Jimmy Lebron, the inventive menu includes everything from traditional Haitian Griot and Pikliz to Kimchi Fried Rice.
Read MoreEssensia Restaurant and Bar at The Palms Hotel and Spa in Miami Beach has long been known for its locally sourced farm-to-table cuisine. So the appointment of Diana Tandia as Chef de Cuisine last year was a perfect fit given her long-standing commitment to principles of sustainability and using the freshest local ingredients.
Read MoreNorth Beach is an area of Miami Beach that has always prided itself on being the antithesis of South Beach.And now Sushi Bichi, a sleek newcomer , has opened on the corner of 73rd in the shadow of the tall St Tropez condo that fronts Ocean Terrace.
Read MoreMAPP (Mentorship, Advocacy, Purpose and the Power of women) is the non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women in the culinary and hospitality industry. On Tuesday, April 2 the organization will be in Miami for the red-carpet premiere of filmmaker Joanna James’ exploration and celebration of women in the culinary industry in the 2017 award-winning film, A Fine Line. GET TICKETS HERE
Read MoreIT’S SOBEWFF WEEK, which means the South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF®) is ready for it’s Miami takeover February 22-25, 2024. Tickets on sale HERE.
Read MoreWhile we wait patiently for the sun to come back out, now is the time to plan ahead your dining options as Miami and Miami Beach has some of the most creative and diverse dining experiences in the country.
Read MoreHaSalon Miami Beach and acclaimed Executive Chef Eyal Shani are hosting a Benefit Dinner on Wednesday, January 17th at 7pm with 100% of all proceeds going to the La’ Aretz Foundation in support of the families impacted by the tragedy of October 7th, 2023.
Read MoreThe environment and climate change are literally “hot topics” today. Did you know that the #4 solution to REVERSING climate change (#3 is reducing food waste) is adopting a plant-based diet? Decomposing plants and vegetables contribute minimal greenhouse gases compared to raising livestock for meat, eggs and dairy, and their decomposing excess contributes over 14% of the methane gas. Methane is 86X more harmful to the environment than CO2.
Read MoreWhen my sushi-loving son came in for the holidays from Los Angeles, I knew sushi would be on the menu.
At least once…
Read MoreKnown as one of the country’s top twenty steak restaurants with the talented Chef Peter Vauthy at the helm, RED South Beach, now three years in its South Pointe location, has begun offering a unique Champagne Sunday Brunch experience.
Read MoreThe environment and climate change are literally “hot topics” today. Did you know that the #4 solution to REVERSING climate change (#3 is reducing food waste) is adopting a plant-based diet? Decomposing plants and vegetables contribute minimal greenhouse gases compared to raising livestock for meat, eggs and dairy, and their decomposing excess contributes over 14% of the methane gas. Methane is 86X more harmful to the environment than CO2.
Read MoreOn a quiet side street South of Fifth, only a few blocks from the frenzy of South Beach, lies one of the best restaurants in Miami - Abbalé Telavivian Kitchen.
Read MoreEvery year from August 1st to September 30th, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau presents Miami Spice, a 2 month-long prix fix lunch and dinner option that gives both tourists and locals a chance to visit their favorite restaurants or scope out new ones. Over 200 restaurants are participating this year.
Full listing and menus HERE
Read MoreJuly 4th may be behind us but National Fried Chicken Day is July 6th. Fried Chicken is one of America’s favorite summer dishes along with apple pie, ice cream, and BBQ.
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