As anyone who has auditioned for him can attest, drawing praise from Simon Cowell is no easy feat. Understanding that makes Cowell’s recent partnership with HARRY BLU’S® spirits, founded and created by Miami’s Harry Blustein, that much more significant.
Read MoreMay and June in New York City are a special time. The long winter and the soggy April showers give way to sunny days and warmer temps. New York City is a walking city, and on a perfect Spring day, I donned my pearls and a “little black dress” and headed into the city for a visit to the newly reopened Tiffany & Co on Fifth Ave. to check out the Blue Box Café by Daniel Boulud for my version of Breakfast at Tiffany’s.
Read MoreLooking for a unique staycation or an overnight in NYC before an early morning or late night flight? Then the iconic Eero Saarinen designed TWA terminal and TWA Hotel at John F Kennedy Airport offers visitors a trip (before the trip) down memory lane back to the 1960’s, to when the TWA flight center first opened in 1962.
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 MoreOn Saturday, October 30, join Greenhaven Project Urban Farm in Overtown for their Fall Planting Day event with plant-based food, activities for the kids, workshops on urban gardening, harvesting, and information on community resiliency.
Read MoreAs we begin to slowly reopen, we are faced with the fact that our original summer vacation plans may not be realistic. Sleepaway camps are closed and local staycations are more in line with the “new normal”, Luckily, there are plenty of great 48-hour getaways you can get to by lunchtime, complete with great food, family-friendly fun, and gorgeous beaches.
Read MoreIn this stressful time of COVID-19, supporting local food and beverage establishments is critical to the economy and well-being of our city.
Read MoreAndrew Gonzalez, Miami’s Cookieprenuer and founder of Night Owl cookies will be competing on Chopped Sweets this Monday at 11 PM where Scott Conant challenges Andrew to create a delicious cookie with mystery ingredients. The "CHOPPED COOKIE" will then be available for purchase next weekend.
Read MoreWhat exactly is a Brigadeiro? This delicious bite-size Brazilian treat looks familiar but, it’s not a bonbon and it’s not a truffle. They are completely different in their preparing methods, taste, consistency and textures.
Read MoreThe BEST of MIAbites 2019
July 7th was World Chocolate Day and the best way to celebrate the decadent holiday is to indulge in various types of chocolate. In recent years, Miami has been lucky enough to jump on the artisan chocolate wagon with the opening of a few of its own local chocolate shops. Here are three Miami chocolate shops ready to celebrate World Chocolate Day or any day.
Read MoreDecember 4th is National Cookie Day and with Christmas right around the corner, there’s bound to be baking on your to do list. One of my staples is always a classic sugar cookie recipe.
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We all did the turkey thing, and many did the Black Friday shopping thing, but today is Small Business Saturday. We’re all about shopping local and supporting our community.
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“Season’s Eatings!” Happy Thanksgiving! Holiday shopping craziness officially kicks off with Black Friday and Cyber Monday. There are LOTS of online deals to get your holiday shopping started…or even finished. Check out these items suggested by our MIAbites contributors that are sure to please any food lover in your circle (or maybe drop a hint to someone else).
Read MoreAs the end of October approaches, the smell of cinnamon permeates the air because it’s Knaus Berry Farm season. The delicious farm in Homestead opens on Tuesday, October 29th. Knaus Berry Farm will be serving cinnamon rolls and more until the middle of April during the Redland farming season.
Read MoreThe sweetest day of the year is here! Did you know October 14th is National Dessert Day? The world dessert is came from France. The origin comes from the French word “desservir”.
Read MoreSeptember is National Bourbon Heritage Month. This week’s Saturday Sweets features a Bourbon pie that celebrates America’s ”Native Spirit” honoring the family heritage, tradition and deep-rooted legacy that the bourbon industry contributes to the United States.
Read MoreMy journey with Celiac disease, an auto immune disease in which the ingestion of gluten leads to damage of the small intestine, began in 2014. Although gluten free food options have tremendously increased since that time, there is still a lack of understanding and care for those with my specific dietary need. So if you're like me, finding a restaurant that offers gluten free options can be extremely difficult. Luckily, I have found a few places in South Florida that fit the bill (and which I frequent very often).
Read MoreRECIPE: Nutella Rice Krispies
Back to School is here. Schools officially open on August 19th so please Drive Carefully and treat your kids after school (or pack for their lunch) to these Nutella Rice Krispie treats. If you know me, then you know Nutella is the greatest thing ever invented in my eyes.
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