UPDATE: 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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As we watched the frightening coverage of historic Hurricane Irma, it became important to begin to look forward to the recovery period. It may take weeks or even months to put our beautiful state back together and every little bit will help. Whether you are on the east coast or the west coast, help will be needed in every county across Florida.
Both The United Way Miami, and Volunteer Florida have posted applications online to sign up for volunteer projects. MIAbites will be working closely with both organizations to help
Read MoreI 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.
Read MoreLabor Day is here - a sign of the end of summer and one of the last chances to get out grill! Who are we kidding, it’s Miami - you can always grill, but in the event that you’ve got special grilling plans this weekend we’ve got some fun recipes from the Michelin Star chefs behind the Just. brand of healthy spreads made by Hampton Creek.
Before anything else: Be sure to rub your grill grate with an oiled cloth before grilling to keep the food from sticking. (Trevor Niekowal)
Savory AND sweet: Grill up summer fruits to pair with your vegetable or meat dishes. Try peaches, nectarines, or any other stone fruit. Avocados too! (Ben Roche)
Don’t fidget: Avoid moving your food around on the grill too much. Let it sit on the grate as long as possible so that it cooks through evenly and gets nice grill marks. (Nate Hereford)
Welcome to MIAbites newest contributor, Arielle Cole, who is trying to make eating gluten free look and feel good. Today's Wellness Wednesday features her favorite spots for gluten free dining. You can find her dining around South Florida on her Instagram @glutenfreegalpal and Twitter @gfgalpal. She is also a contributing writer for the Huffington Post Taste Section.
My 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 MoreIn case you missed my last Abuela Approved series, here’s what you need to know: My abuela is my best friend, she is all knowing and VERY up with the times, and she absolutely loves food.
Read MoreWe’re midway through Miami Spice where many Miami restaurants feature 3 course lunch menus for $23 and dinners for $39. A perfect chance to get out there and try something new. And while many times people “skip” dessert, Miami Spice INCLUDES dessert as part of those 3 courses.
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On Saturdays, Lightkeepers in the Ritz-Carlton on Key Biscayne offers a contemporary, a la carte brunch, as a fun weekend alternative to the more typical family friendly brunch buffet on Sundays.
Read MoreIt’s a crazy thought, but as populations grow and more buildings are built and farmland becomes less and less eventually there could be a food shortage. Estimates say world population will be 9 billion by 2050 and we will need 60 percent more food. Farmland is shrinking and we need to figure out how to make more food on less land. Farmer Dave Smiles, the founder of Uriah’s Urban Farms, has the answer: Go vertical.
Read MoreCantina La Veinte, at the Icon Brickell, is a transportive experience both in flavor and
decor. The two story space incorporates retro black and white tiling with geometric patterns reminiscent of the 1920’s Gatsby era and pays homage to days gone past, similar to Chef Santiago Gomez' culinary style.
I love chocolate in all of its forms and varieties. When I am browsing any dessert menu I instinctively look for the "chocolatiest" option possible. As basic and predictable as it seems a good molten lava cake gets me every time.
Read MoreThe 1 Hotel prides itself on being a “green” hotel, LEED certified and embracing the use of sustainable materials, preserving natural resources, being eco-friendly and offering an environment of wellness.
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August 16th is National Rum Day. It seems like almost every day is another “national holiday”, while some seem more important than others - we at MIAbites think National Rum Day is definitely one worth celebrating.
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Miami Spice is jumping on the brunch bandwagon. This year for the first time, several Miami Spice participating restaurants will be featuring $23 3-course brunch menus. Brunch seems to be everyone’s favorite meal and how can you blame us - food and day drinking? Sounds like a winning combination!
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As the end of summer draws nearer and kids are almost back in school, it seems like the perfect time for a special homemade treat. Not all baking involves turning on an oven and heating things up.
Read MoreI first met Chef Todd Erickson while writing a feature for MIAbites at Fit To Fight, the 12 week Chef fitness challenge that benefited Live To Fight, a nonprofit organization that brings together people in the martial arts and mixed martial arts community to raise money and offer additional support for people with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.
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