OR... "Science Never Tasted So Good"
Last week I was lucky enough to be invited by Brain Freeze Nitrogen Ice Cream + Yogurt Lab to taste some of their insanely delicious creations. This family-friendly lab is living up to their slogan “science never tasted so good” by making it possible to create over 100 different combinations in a matter of minutes!
On this trip I got to sample quite a few fun flavors:
Read MoreEach week, MIAbites presents the Weekly Nibble, a listing of food events and happenings for the upcoming week. All are subject to change and we encourage you to check ahead to confirm details and availability.
Sunday 2/21- The coolest pool hosts the hottest chefs as Vagabond Restaurant & Bar and Executive Chef Alex Chang are thrilled to announce the launch of "Alex Chang's Backyard Cookout," a monthly BBQ that will feature a rotation of some of Miami's most notable chefs. The series kicks off on Sunday, February 21st with a Mexican inspired BBQ by Chef Steve Santana of Taquiza. Bites start at $6 and cocktails will feature Montelobos Mezcal and Ancho Reyes. And mark your calendars for the next Backyard BBQ's on Sunday March 20th with Alter's Brad Kilgore and Sunday April 15 with Cake Thai's Phuket Thongsodchaveondee . FREE admission with RSVP thru Eventbrite link here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alex-changs-backyard-cookout-feat-steve-santana-of-taquiza-tickets-21436375777?aff=ehomefriend The Vagabond 7301 Biscayne Blvd. Miami FL.
Read MoreHas it really been only a year since Chef Bradley Kilgore opened Alter? Today's announcement from the James Beard Foundation that not only is Alter a semifinalist for Best New Restaurant, but that Chef Brad is semifinalist for Rising Star Chef has Miami celebrating, as for the first time in years, the James Beard Foundation has recognized that something very special is happening in the Miami food scene. And never before two noms for both the chef and restaurant!
The following is a reprint of a MIAbites feature from December 2014, on Chef Brad, before Alter and while hosting pop up dinners in Wynwood during Art Basel. It shares his vision and passion for creating unique and innovative dishes and is what has made Alter the best restaurant in Miami...and on March 15th when the winners are announced...hopefully the whole country!
Miami is still recovering from the over 50,000 art enthusiasts who clogged the roadways, causeways, buses, Metromovers and trolleys during this month's Art Basel and Miami Art Week, and made getting even a simple dinner reservation next to impossible.
The creativity and art seemed to be everywhere and even though many of the talented artists may have packed up now and left the area, one artist has remained and set the bar pretty high during Art Basel / Miami Art Week for his creativity and artistic ability…in creating food!
Chef Bradley Kilgore, all of 27 years old, garnered some excellent reviews for his unique PopUp Dinners hosted at Miam Café and Boutique in Wynwood.
Read MoreThe countdown to #SOBEWFF has begun. There is less than two weeks before South Beach Wine + Food Festival and the Food Network stars descend into Miami and Miami Beach ,with over 80 different events including Grand Tastings, beachfront events, Wine Pairing Seminars, Dinners, Late Night Parties and more. New this year is a special SOBEWFF App with all ticket, event and venue info available in the App Store.
Many stellar events are already sold out, so always check availability on SOBEFEST website before you go to buy tickets:
This years event includes an inaugural nod to Fort Lauderdale with the Taste Fort Lauderdale series of events kicking off on Wednesday 2/24 with Robert Irvine hosting Seaside Eats at Bonnet House Museum & Gardens in Fort Lauderdale.
And continuing throughout the weekend with dinners, a DJ party and Bloody Mary Brunch with the cast of Chopped. For full Taste Fort Lauderdale series info go to Taste Fort Lauderdale link here http://www.sobefest.com/events.php?cat_id=33
Here are some of MIAbites picks for SOBEWFF, with a focus on local Miami talent and venues.
Read MoreStarting this week, MIAbites will offer a new feature each Saturday called “Saturday Sweets” by contributor, Amber Love Bond. Designed to introduce you to new bakeshops, creative desserts and decadent sweet stuff to satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth.
We’ve all had that moment, the one where you’re sitting at your desk and suddenly need a cupcake in your life – I know I can’t be the only one!
If you struggle from the constant need to fulfill your sweet tooth and you happen to work in or around Brickell, you’re in luck! Tru Tru Cakes & More is here to save us! Miami-based sisters Alejandra and Daniela Calbimonte are baking their hearts out using recipes inspired by their great grandmother.
Read MoreIf you follow any of our MIAbites Contributors on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook, you are constantly bombarded with some pretty amazing pictures of food and drink that has been consumed, it seems almost endlessly.
How can anyone eat and drink ALL that food and go to ALL those places?
Well Our Contributors do, from evenings out with friends, to lunches at favorite classic spots, to events hosted by restaurants, fellow bloggers and spirit purveyors.
This past couple of weeks with a chill in the Miami air resulted in lots of comfort dishes like pizza, pasta and chili. So here is our special MIAbites feature,
As Miami continues its fascination with the flavors of the world, clearly establishing itself as an international dining destination, Byblos, opened over the summer in the 1940’s Shorecrest Hotel next to the Royal Palm Hotel, has brought Turkish, Lebanese, African and Eastern Mediterranean flavors to Miami Beach.
This unique and flavorful cuisine is not of the traditional Mediterranean fare of hummus, baba ganoush or gyro, but a wonderful and creative mix of ingredients that include mint, chick peas, red chili, molasses, yogurt and many colorful and fragrant spices one can almost envision seeing in a Turkish street market.
The bi-level restaurant is all that remains of the original Shorecrest Hotel and the original terrazzo floor and interior has been transformed into a beautiful and very special bar and dining rooms with comfortable couch seating, stylish lighting fixtures, mirrors, and colorful wall art and hangings.
Read MoreOn Sunday February 7th, Quarterbacks Cam Newton and the Carolina Panthers (15-1) face off against Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos( 12-4 ) for the Championship trophy of Super Bowl 50 ( interesting to note that the traditional Roman numerals XLX became just the number 50 ) .
Miami is no stranger to big screens, beer and sports parties and here are a few options to roundup some friends and watch the game in bars, restaurants or in private poolside cabanas while eating and drinking. Kickoff is 6:35 pm and Cold Play and Beyoncé are scheduled to perform during halftime show.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach- Take to Miami Beach’s most iconic pool scape for the ultimate game day experience from the privacy of your very own lavishly appointed cabana for the day with packages that include snacks and refreshments.. Each cabana comes equipped with 32-inch flat screen television, wireless Internet, mini refrigerator, phone, digital safe and your own personal butler service. Packages range from $450, 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. which includes One (1) bottle of Avion Tequila and unlimited chips & salsa to $1,000, 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. or $1,500 9 a.m. – 11 p.m. with One (1) bottle of Grey Goose Magnum, Six-pack of Red Bull, Six (6) Voss water bottles, One (1) American BBQ Platter. Each cabana can accommodate up to six guests. For reservations, call (305) 674-4670. Reservations are based on availability. For more information, visit fontainebleau.com/diningevents. The Fontainebleau 4441 Collins Ave. Miami Beach FL
Read MoreEach week, MIAbites presents The Weekly Nibble, featuring upcoming Miami food events, new openings or specials in the upcoming weeks. Please always check ahead to confirm prices and details.
Friday January 29- New Japanese spot, Ichimi will open to the public in Coral Gables on Friday, January 29, 2016 at 4PM. Ichimi – Japanese for “dedicated to” – will feature an affordable, diverse menu showcasing Old World and modern cooking techniques, at once deeply rooted in the classics while forward-looking and, above all else, undeniably flavorful and crave-worthy. Helmed by Executive Chef Constantine De Lucia, formerly of Momi Ramen, Lure Fishbar and Estiatorio Milos by Costas Spiliadis, With the help of one of the region’s only authentic noodle-making machines (imported from Japan), Ichimi will showcase ramen. Traditional ramen offerings will include Tonkotsu – pork belly, hanjuku egg, bamboo shoots, takana and bean sprouts; Seafood – clams, shrimp, garlic confit, lemongrass, micro radish, pea tendrils and scallion; and Veggie – shōyu (soy sauce), Shiitake and Nameko mushrooms, mung bean, scallions, bamboo shoots and red pepper. Ichimi 2330 Salzedo Street in Coral Gables. (305)960-7016.
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