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.
Read MoreThe environment and climate change are literally “hot topics” today. Did you know that the #4 solution to REVERSING climate change (#3 is reducing food waste) is adopting a plant-based diet? Decomposing plants and vegetables contribute minimal greenhouse gases compared to raising livestock for meat, eggs and dairy, and their decomposing excess contributes over 14% of the methane gas. Methane is 86X more harmful to the environment than CO2.
Read MoreThe environment and climate change are literally “hot topics” today. Did you know that the #4 solution to REVERSING climate change (#3 is reducing food waste) is adopting a plant-based diet? Decomposing plants and vegetables contribute minimal greenhouse gases compared to raising livestock for meat, eggs and dairy, and their decomposing excess contributes over 14% of the methane gas. Methane is 86X more harmful to the environment than CO2.
Read MoreIn case you didn't know, June 28th is National Ceviche Day so we decided to repost our favorite Ceviche recipe created by chef Sam Gorenstein. This cool and refreshing summer ceviche recipe features Key West Shrimp and Watermelon.
Read MoreCelebrating Earth Month, on Saturday April 29th and Sunday April 30th from 12-7pm, Smorgasburg Miami, Miami’s largest outdoor-food market will host its second annual Plant-Based Weekend. RSVP for FREE here
Read MoreWe all hate making New Year’s Resolutions, but making a commitment to helping the environment is a good one that anyone can embark on. Did you know that food waste is the #1 cause impacting climate change and that adopting a plant-based diet is one of the top solutions to reverse climate change?
Read MoreSomewhat hidden in the Faena Bazaar at 3400 Collins is Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar. As indicated by the line out the door on any given morning, it is no longer hidden from the local Mid-Beach residents and Faena guests.
Read MoreWhether it is Taco Tuesday or Wellness Wednesday (or National Taco Day this Monday, October 4th), here are some delicious Vegetarian or Vegan tacos.
Read MoreThe environment and climate change are literally “hot topics” today. Did you know that the #4 solution to REVERSING climate change ( (#3 is reducing food waste) is adopting a plant-based diet? Decomposing plants and vegetables contribute minimal greenhouse gases while raising livestock for meat, eggs and dairy contributes over 14% of the methane gas. Here are some plant-based options in Miami.
Read MoreA few years ago, Miami vegetarians and vegans had few options for dining out. A few juice bars offered fresh salads and wraps, but enjoying a healthy or plant-based lunch or dinner out was non-existent.
Read MoreBeing healthy should be a life goal no matter what time of year you choose to embrace it. Today’s #WellnessWednesday is about eating and getting well at Pritikin Longevity and Wellness Center.
Read MoreFEATURING: The BEST of 2019 from MIAbites:
Whether it is Taco Tuesday or Wellness Wednesday (or National Taco Day this Friday, October 4th), here are some delicious Vegetarian or Vegan tacos.
Read MoreI first met Lisa Merkle of Box Greens in NYC at a Food Tank conference. We were both there to learn about food justice, food waste impact on climate and healthy food practices.
Read MoreNovember is World Vegan Month and what better way to kick it off than by attending the original plant-based festival SEED Food & Wine Week (SEED). ENTER to WIN 2 tickets! See below for how to enter.
Read MoreThe Harpke Family Farm first farm table dinner of the season on Sunday, October 27th, 6:30-10 pm is an opportunity to do good and experience a fabulous meal created by five celebrated SoFla Chefs. BUY TICKETS HERE
Read MoreWhat started off as a modest idea as a shared passion between two friends to eliminate food waste led to the creation of Sustainable Supperclub.
Read MoreWhere to find fresh sushi is a popular conversation among Miamians. While a number of places offer sushi on their menu, it is not the main focus and many times the sushi is “tricked out” with sauces and decorative items that may diminish the raw fish.
Not so, at new Wabi Sabi by Shuji in Upper Biscayne/ MiMo area on NE 79th St.
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