Michael Beltran – celebrated chef/partner of Ariete Hospitality Group – is gearing up for his March 10th 2024 edition of Cars and Croquetas, his annual charity classic car show and street party hosted in the lot behind Chug’s Diner to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS).
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 MoreJust in time for fall and amid Hispanic Heritage Month, Chef Michael Beltran – the proudly Cuban-American talent behind Ariete Hospitality Group (and recipient of both a Michelin star and Bib Gourmand) has unveiled an extensive new menu and beverage list for all-day dining at his casual, vibey Cuban-style Coconut Grove diner, Chug’s.
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 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 MoreWe all hate making New Year’s Resolutions, but making a commitment to helping the environment is a good one that anyone can embark on. Did you know that food waste is the #1 cause impacting climate change and that adopting a plant-based diet is one of the top solutions to reverse climate change?
Read MoreSunday, June 19th is Father’s Day, and treat your Dad, Grandfather, or husband for brunch or dinner and leave the cooking to these wonderful Miami restaurants.
Read More2022 represents the Year of the Tiger, an animal that symbolizes strength, power and prosperity in the Chinese zodiac. So where and how do you celebrate the Year of The Tiger in Miami?
Read MoreThe James Beard Foundation’s Taste America, presented by Capital One, is a nationwide initiative to bring together chefs and diners to support the local restaurants in rebuilding a more sustainable and equitable industry.
On Tuesday, January 18th, Chef Michael Beltran of Ariete and Chef Valerie Chang of Itamae / B-Side Sushi will prepare a multi-course menu that reflects their signature styles, and highlights the uniqueness of their restaurants and the Miami community.
Read MoreThe Holiday overeating and overdrinking season is behind us. Whether eating healthier is your New Years Resolution or not, let the healthy eating begin at these Miami places and maybe even lose some of those extra pounds.
Read MoreLAST WEEKOF MIAMI SPICE! Every year from August 1st to September 30th, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau presents Miami Spice, a 2 month-long $28 lunch and $42 dinner option that gives both tourists and locals a chance to visit their favorite restaurants or scope out new ones. Over 145 restaurants are participating this year.
https://www.miamiandbeaches.com/offers/temptations/miami-spice-months/list-at-a-glance
Read MoreLAST COUPLE OF WEEKS OF MIAMI SPICE! Every year from August 1st to September 30th, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau presents Miami Spice, a 2 month-long $28 lunch and $42 dinner option that gives both tourists and locals a chance to visit their favorite restaurants or scope out new ones. Over 145 restaurants are participating this year.
https://www.miamiandbeaches.com/offers/temptations/miami-spice-months/list-at-a-glance
Read MoreEvery year from August 1st to September 30th, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau presents Miami Spice, a 2 month-long $28 lunch and $42 dinner option that gives both tourists and locals a chance to visit their favorite restaurants or scope out new ones. Over 145 restaurants are participating this year.
https://www.miamiandbeaches.com/offers/temptations/miami-spice-months/list-at-a-glance
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 while raising livestock for meat, eggs and dairy contributes over 14% of the methane gas. Here are some plant-based options in Miami.
Read MoreIf you are reading this and have never been to Michael’s Genuine in the Design District, you have never been to Miami. And now, Chef Schwartz has set his eyes on Coconut Grove and opened Tigertail + Mary, literally on the corner of Tigertail Ave. and Mary Street.
Read MoreThe Weekly Nibble from MIAbites features a curated listing of unique, fun and creative dining events and options in the Miami area. Please confirm details ahead of time and make reservations as needed.
Read MoreWith Miami Spice in full swing, we thought a MIAbites Weekly Nibble of things “other than Spice” might be of interest. Of course, Miami Spice is very awesome and we have compiled OUR own list of favorites which we will “reveal” in our Monday Newsletter. If you are not yet a subscriber, sign up for 1X a week news, reviews and views.
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