Christmas is almost here. Whether you’re too busy to cook because of all that holiday shopping, or you just don’t want to deal with the mess — there’s tons of great spots open on Christmas day for all of your festive feasting. From buffet style dinners to warm comforting family meals, and more. Here are a few spots we recommend making a reservation at on this special holiday.
Read MoreChristmas is right around the corner, there’s bound to be baking on your to-do list. One of my staples is always a classic sugar cookie recipe.
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Christmas is less than two weeks away, and if you’re anything like us, then you’ve probably been too busy eating your way around Miami (or hanging out at Miracle in Miami) to get your Christmas shopping done. Luckily, there’s a ton of cool local companies that are making this year’s gift giving easy and fun.
Read MoreNext weekend, The Wynwood Yard will be hosting its first ever Baker’s Dozen: A Sweets Social, following the highly popup Ice Cream Social from previous years. This sweet event shines the spotlight on thirteen of Miami’s talented bakers from world-class pastry chefs to up-and-coming culinary entrepreneurs, dessert masters and dream makers, on December 15th from 3:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Read MoreThe holidays are here, and that means it’s time for gatherings with family and friends. With busy schedules, not everyone has time to bake something homemade to take with them as they celebrate with their loved ones. If you’re looking for something simple, sweet, and made with love — head over to your nearest Publix and grab a Mrs. Wonderful’s Cakes bundt cake to save the day.
Read More“Season’s Eatings!” It’s Cyber Monday and there are LOTS of online deals to get your holiday shopping started…or finished. Check out these items suggested by our MIAbites contributors that are sure to please any food lover in your circle (or maybe drop a hint to someone else).
Read MoreWe all did the turkey thing, and many did the Black Friday shopping thing, but Saturday was Small Business Saturday. We’re all about shopping local and supporting our community.
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The Chocolate Spectrum Café and Academy, a retail operation that trains and employs individuals with special needs such as Autism, has just launched a new line of chocolate, CBDulce, which includes CBD, a cannabinoid from the Hemp plant. This natural, legal substance is known to have a variety of health benefits such as reducing stress, anxiety, pain and inflammation, as well as helping with sleep issues and reducing seizures.
Read MoreChilean wines are so in right now, especially at the higher-end of the economic spectrum. More and more, restaurants and their sommeliers are placing these wines on premium lists around the country, and people are starting to take notice of the expansion in quality coming out of the region. Fogo de Chão on Miami Beach is a great place to experience this revolution.
Read MoreCoffee aficionados can rejoice! Miami’s latest specialty coffee café & roaster, Deco Coffee Co., is now open in Allapattah. Deco Coffee Co., is a result of a new partnership between Nick Sharp of Threefold Cafe and Daniel Paguaga, Andre Villarreal, and Kevin Gonzalez from Relentless Roasters.
Read MoreChocolate is really (finally) having its moment in Miami. It seems that all over the city, chocolate shops are popping up and these chocolatiers really know what they’re doing. New to the South Miami area, you’ll find super passionate sisters Susana and Isabel Garcia Nevett, who recently rebranded their wholesale Cacao Arts into the more personal Garcia Nevett - Chocolatier de Miami retail chocolate shop.
Read MoreAs the end of October approaches, the smell of cinnamon permeates the air because it’s Knaus Berry Farm season. The delicious farm in Homestead opens on Tuesday, October 30th. Knaus Berry Farm will be serving cinnamon rolls and more until the middle of April during the Redland farming season.
Read MoreDowntown 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreThe 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”.
Read MoreIt’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.
Read MoreIt’s National Coffee Day and we’re celebrating the sweetest way we know how — with coffee filled desserts. So get ready for a sugar filled caffeine buzz. Here are a few spots you’ll find us today.
Read MoreIt’s hard to digest the fact that it’s almost October, especially since it’s still 90 degrees outside every day. But with the end of the year comes the holiday madness. It’s just about time to start prepping for Halloween, and the Food Network is ready to go.
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