Thirsty Thursday: South Beach Seafood Festival Recap With Alex Alfonso of Breakthru Beverage

Just as quickly as it came, South Beach Seafood Festival is over. This past weekend thousands of guests took over 5 blocks of South Beach’s sand to feast on seafood and to drink plenty of cocktails.

This year Finlandia Vodka brought out some of Miami’s best bartenders to show off a little of their flair and cocktail making skills. Before the festival we sat down with each of the featured bartenders to learn a little more about them, but this time we’re recapping the event with Alex Alfonso, Beverage Development Specialist and Mixologist for Breakthru Beverage.

Jaguar Sun: A Bright New Bar in Downtown Miami

Downtown Miami is making a comeback, especially when it comes to cool spots to stop in and grab a drink. Earlier this year we saw the opening of spots like Mama Tried and Lost Boy Dry Goods. Now there’s a newcomer to the scene, and dare we say — it’s our favorite. If you haven’t made it to Jaguar Sun yet, then you need to add it to your plans immediately.

Profiles, Features, Todays Feature, RestaurantsAmber Love BondOctober 24, 2018Downtown Miami, Bars, Cocktails, Happy Hour, Industry ProfileComment

PIG 9: Chef Jeremiah's "Pork Is Good" November 4th

P.I.G. (Pork Is Good), now in its 9th year, is the brainchild of celebrity chef and organizer Jeremiah Bullfrog. This boutique food festival has over the years become Miami's “go to” food event. BUY TICKETS HERE. AND check out our contest for 2 VIP tix (valued at $93 each)!

Events, Todays FeatureMIAbites TeamOctober 23, 2018Miami, Chef Jeremiah Bullfrog, PIG9, food festivals, Little Haiti Cultural CenterComment

Olive Oil World Tour with Seamus Mullen Stops at Miami International Airport

The rapid growth of food halls in Miami has shown that Miami loves a culinary tasting experience, so it’s no surprise that Miami International Airport is making efforts to make your travel experience that much tastier. This fall, travels won’t need to waste time waiting at the gate, their tickets have been upgraded as MIA has partnered with Olive Oils from Spain.

Events, Todays Feature, Travel Bites, TravelBitesAmber Love BondOctober 22, 2018MIA, Miami International Airport, Olive Oil, Industry Profile, Spain, TravelComment

The 21st March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction Benefit November 7th

The March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction presented by Goya® benefiting the March of Dimes is returning for its 21st star-studded year on Wednesday, November 7, 2019, beginning at 6:30 p.m., and will take place at the Paradise Plaza Event Space in the Miami Design District. TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE.

Todays Feature, EventsMIAbites TeamOctober 21, 2018Miami, March of Dimes, Chefs Signature AuctionComment

Saturday Sweets: Chocolate Pecan Bourbon Pie

The holidays are creeping up quickly. This week’s Saturday Sweets is one pie recipe you’ll want in your wheel house as it’s perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other gathering you’re attending over the next few months.

Saturday Sweets, Features, Todays FeatureAmber Love BondOctober 20, 2018SaturdaySweets, Pie, Bourbon, National Bourbon Month, Jim BeamComment

Friday with Finlandia Vodka & Joseph Jebelean at South Beach Seafood Festival

South Beach Seafood Festival was this past weekend. It was the 6th year of the festival celebrating all things seafood. On the sands of South Beach’s Lummus Park, feasted on seafood dishes from several restaurants around Miami. But best of all — the cocktails were included in the price of the ticket! This year Finlandia vodka brought out some of Miami’s best bartenders to show off a little of their flair and cocktail making skills.

Thirsty Thursday: Fun With Finlandia Vodka & Courtney Lane at South Beach Seafood Festival

South Beach Seafood Festival was this past weekend! It was the 6th year of the festival celebrating all things seafood. On the sands of South Beach’s Lummus Park, we feasted on seafood dishes from several restaurants around Miami. But best of all — the cocktails were included in the price of the ticket! This year Finlandia vodka brought out some of Miami’s best bartenders to show off a little of their flair and cocktail making skills.

Wellness Wednesday: Harpke Family Farm Dinner Series Featuring Chef Cleophus Hethington

The sun begins to set behind a plot of coconut palms, sprinkling the rest of the Harpke Family Farm with sporadic rays of golden sunshine as “Joe’s Classic Daiquiri” is handed to me with a smile.

The Return of The Stone Crabs: Where To Get Crackin'

You have waited patiently since May, 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.

Restaurants, Todays FeatureMIAbites TeamOctober 15, 2018Stone Crabs, Miami Beach, MiamiComment

Saturday Sweets (on a Sunday): It's National Dessert Day!

The 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”.

Thirsty Thursday: Fun With Finlandia Vodka & Damon Roseberry at South Beach Seafood Festival

South Beach Seafood Festival is just a few weeks away! It’s the 6th year of the festival celebrating all things seafood. On the sands of South Beach’s Lummus Park, get ready to feast on seafood dishes from several restaurants around Miami. But best of all — the cocktails included in the price of the ticket! This year Finlandia vodka will be bringing out some of Miami’s best bartenders to show off a little of their flair and cocktail making skills.

We’re sitting down with each of the featured bartenders to learn a little more about them and what we can expect to find them making at South Beach Seafood Festival 2018. This week it’s Damon Roseberry!

Wellness Wednesday: Sustainable Supperclub with Hungry Harvest

Did you know that grocery stores reject fresh produce purely for cosmetic reasons? Common reasons for produce being classified as “ugly” may be because they are too small, the wrong color, slightly bruised or a weird shape. Taste and nutrition aren’t compromised, yet these fruits and vegetables are discarded. This is where Hungry Harvest comes in.

Todays Feature, Wellness WednesdayMIAbites TeamOctober 10, 2018Miami, Hungry Harvest, Plant-based, Sustainable Supperclub, SustainabilityComment

Weekly Nibble: Miami Honors Breast Cancer Awareness Month With These Incredible Deals

As you may know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know about 1 in 8 U.S. women (about 12.4%) will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime? Those are some very scary stats — so please make sure you’re getting checked out annually! In the meantime, restaurants and bars all over Miami are featuring special menu items that donate proceeds to various breast cancer research groups and hospitals in the area.

Saturday Sweets: Easy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

It’s that magical time of year where it’s okay to be pumpkin obsessed. Forgot a basic PSL, we’re all about homemade pumpkin desserts. These blondies are perfectly flavored for fall — pumpkin chocolate chip bars. There’s a bit of pumpkin and chocolate in every bite, making them a dessert lovers dream.

Features, Holiday Eating, Saturday Sweets, Todays FeatureAmber Love BondOctober 6, 2018SaturdaySweets, Pumpkin, Desserts, Homemade, DIY, FallComment

Weekly Nibble: 60 Cent Margaritas, Oktoberfest, Craft Spirits Fest and More

There’s always something to do in the Magic City. Whether it’s celebrating a classic restaurant’s anniversary or drinking beer for Oktoberfest — there’s plenty to do over the next week.

Thirsty Thursday: Fun With Finlandia Vodka & Hector Acevedo at South Beach Seafood Festival

South Beach Seafood Festival is just a few weeks away! It’s the 6th year of the festival celebrating all things seafood. On the sands of South Beach’s Lummus Park, get ready to feast on seafood dishes from several restaurants around Miami. But best of all — the cocktails included in the price of the ticket! This year Finlandia vodka will be bringing out some of Miami’s best bartenders to show off a little of their flair and cocktail making skills.

We’re sitting down with each of the featured bartenders to learn a little more about them and what we can expect to find them making at South Beach Seafood Festival 2018.

Wellness Wednesday: Miami's Best Workouts For Fall

Bikini season is over for most of the country, but even with fall officially here there’s very little sweater weather happening. While food is very important (it’s everything to us), fitness is as well — which is why we’ve scoped out the top workouts in Miami to keep you in shape this fall.