La Mar by Gaston Acurio Executive Chef, Diego Oka is giving his menu a major makeover and I couldn’t be more excited. It’s the biggest menu change to date in the three years the famed Gaston Acurio restaurant has been open on Brickell Key at the Mandarin Oriental.
Read MoreOne of the most popular dishes on the menu at Scarpetta by Scott Conant at The Fontainebleau is the Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce. A seemingly simple dish, it is perfectly cooked spaghetti, gutsy tomato sauce and fresh basil.
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If you follow food then you know all about Miami’s food revolution that’s taken place over the past 6 or so years. Suddenly we seem to have no shortage of incredibly talented chefs and bartenders in our gorgeous city. This came in very handy when StarChefs launched their first-ever Atelier of Taste program, presented by GREY GOOSE.
Read MoreUPDATED for 2018: Welcome to Miami! Everyone is always asking us, "Where should I eat in Miami?" Here are some of MIAbites Contributors Best Bites for "am to pm" dining in and around Miami and Miami Beach. Dinner reservations are strongly recommended and should be made in advance if possible.
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Ten years. You read that right. Ten years. That’s how long Chef Adrianne’s Vineyard Restaurant and Wine Bar has been open in the corner of a strip center in West Kendall.
Read MorePopular local artisan pizza haunt, Spris Pizza, has officially opened their fourth South Florida location in South Miami, and to celebrate, MIAbites was invited to preview some of their best dishes.
Read MoreRicky’s opened late last year next to South Beach favorite, Bodega Taqueria & Tequila, under the same Menin Hospitality umbrella. The moment you walk in, you realize you’ve stepped inside a 1980’s adult arcade with games like Ms PAC-MAN and Terminator lined up against the walls next to an air hockey table.
Read MoreYou have waited patiently since May, survived Hurricane Irma, and now will be rewarded when FRESH stone crab season starts up on October 15th. Here are a few places to get your paws on those tasty claws.
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Fall is here. That means autumn leaves, chilly weather and the start of decadent Fall flavors! The Salty Donut is taking advantage of the season by beginning to roll out an assortment of new and decadent donut creations.
Read MoreIt’s October already, how did that happen?! While you’re busy wondering where the year has gone, you can rejoice in knowing that Miami Spice has added another full month to it’s calendar.
Read MorePalm trees, blue waters, and great food, that’s what Miami Beach is about. What better way to end a day out in the sun and satisfy your hunger than with a filling sub and a refreshing beer. At Halves and Wholes located on the corner of Alton and 16th, you’ll find just that, and more.
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No question it has been a tough few weeks in South Florida. As I write this, there are still areas without electricity, and the images of the Keys is haunting.
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It’s no secret that Hurricane Irma rocked everyone’s world. Everyone, restaurants included, are still trying to get back to normal. The team behind Macchialina was up and running as early as post-Irma Wednesday with a disclaimer that as soon as they found fresh eggs, there would be fresh pasta.
Read MoreUPDATE: Thankfully, it looks like most of Miami and Miami Beach restaurants are back up and running! Some are even offering special prices, or donating to Hurricane Irma relief efforts. Please #SupportLocal. And remember, Miami Spice continues until September 30th.
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I had heard rumors about this place… That all is not what it seems, and a Sunday brunch here can easily turn into an unexpected club night. So, when I was invited to Bagatelle’s Wednesday “Havana Night”, I said sure, I’ll check it out.
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There’s still one full month left of Miami Spice. We know we are getting our fill of it. Are you? For this week’s #MiamiSpiceMonday we’re all about the classic steakhouse.
Read MoreSeptember is National Bourbon Heritage Month. In celebration of some of our favorite spots are celebrating by making special menu items or tweaking current recipes that we already know and love on their menus.
This week we are featuring Wynwood’s Federal Donuts and their partnership with Maker’s Mark, launched a new fancy donut in all five Philadelphia and Miami stores to celebrate National Bourbon Heritage Month. The Peanut Caramel Apple donut was co-created with Maker’s Mark – delicious on it’s own but even better when paired with Maker’s Mark bourbon.
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