Posts in Restaurants
NOW OPEN: Andres Carne des Res

A few years ago, while visiting Colombia, we drove out to the outskirts of Bogotá to a small town called Chiá to have dinner at Andres Carne de Res.

It was a wild and memorable night, with singing, dancing, stilt walkers, live music and amazing grilled meats and more.

Miami Beach now has it’s own Andres Carne de Res right on the corner of Lincoln Road, towering four stories of entertainment that promises to be popular with both locals and tourists.

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Miami’s TEN Most Scenic Dining Destinations

Miami is called the “Magic City” for good reason. Whether it is the ocean, the bay or the skyline, the city offers some of the most magical views. Here is a roundup of some of the most scenic dining destinations. Many are offering Miami Spice lunch or dinner menus through September 30th, so check ahead at Miami Spice website.

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Weekly Nibble: Peel and maman Collab on the Ultimate Summer Treat

The Dog Days of Summer are upon us , so let’s take a break and cool off! Miami’s favorite soft serve, Peel, is teaming up with French bakery & cafe, maman, offering guests the ultimate ice cream sandwich as a sweet sendoff to summer.

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JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION® HOSTS TASTE AMERICA CULINARY SERIES featuring Chef Valerie Chang

The James Beard Foundation®, the organization behind the James Beard Awards®, announces that its Taste America culinary series returns to Miami with a special pop-up dinner featuring Miami’s 2024 James Beard Award winning Best Chef: South, Valerie Chang.

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Miami Spice: Keeping it local at 27 Restaurant

As the signature full-service restaurant at the Freehand Miami, 27 Restaurant is known for its creative dishes that marry global flavors with local ingredients. Overseen by Corporate Executive Chef Jimmy Lebron, the inventive menu includes everything from traditional Haitian Griot and Pikliz to Kimchi Fried Rice.

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James Beard Winner, Val Chang of Maty's X ATOBOY NYC

I don’t know about you, but watching Chef Valerie Chang of Maty’s Miami win Best Chef South at the James Beard Awards on June 10th was very exciting and so inspiring for all of us fans and the many talented and hard-working chefs in Miam

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Chef Profile: Chef Diana Tandia of Essensia at The Palms Hotel and Spa

Essensia Restaurant and Bar at The Palms Hotel and Spa in Miami Beach has long been known for its locally sourced farm-to-table cuisine. So the appointment of Diana Tandia as Chef de Cuisine last year was a perfect fit given her long-standing commitment to principles of sustainability and using the freshest local ingredients.

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Revisiting Mignonette: Danny Serfer’s ode to seafood

With all the noise surrounding new restaurant openings, celebrity chefs, expansions of popular concepts and a general frenzy surrounding both James Beard nominations and the Michelin Guide announcements, it becomes even more important to revisit the favorite “tried and try” places that continue to offer superior food, excellent service and reasonable prices. One of our favorites is Chef Danny Serfer’s, Mignonette Miami.

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Slow Food Miami "Snail of Approval" Tasting Party -April 11th at Eden Roc

Slow Food Miami’s 13th Annual “Snail of Approval” Tasting Party, is making its return on Thursday, April 11, 2024. This year the event is taking place at the iconic Eden Roc Miami Beach hotel, featuring the hotel’s James Beard Award-nominated Executive Chef Tristen Epps as Chef Host. Tickets available HERE.

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MAPP and A Fine Line film are coming to Miami Tuesday April 2nd.

MAPP (Mentorship, Advocacy, Purpose and the Power of women) is the non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women in the culinary and hospitality industry. On Tuesday, April 2 the organization will be in Miami for the red-carpet premiere of filmmaker Joanna James’ exploration and celebration of women in the culinary industry in the 2017 award-winning film, A Fine Line. GET TICKETS HERE

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