Concocting the perfect chili is a difficult feat. For decades, home chefs have been striving to fine-tune their recipes: a dash of salt, a pinch of basil, enough chili powder to make their dinner guests breathe fire. And at the first annual Chili Cook-Off at Pinecrest Gardens, amateurs and pros…
South BeachLooking for a bit more of the European aesthetic in your life? Doré South Beach, the newest addition to the Ritz-Carlton, is serving French-inspired, high-end eats with a mixology twist. Diners can sip pear-infused pisco and watermelon purée while nibbling on hamachi tartare and homemade tortellini gratin — all in…
For many grownups, wine is what gets us through a lousy workweek, a tough breakup — hell, even life in general. Without it, we’d be reduced to whimpering infants, beaten down by the stress of everyday life. Thankfully, it’s both intoxicating and socially acceptable. Vino is also a crucial companion…
Happy hour is all well and good when it happens at 5 p.m., but as the night wears on and you want to keep drinking, the rising prices can be a major drain on your dwindling cash supply. Lucky for your bare-bones budget, the Surfcomber’s Lantao Social Club is launching…
There’s no doubt that pink is the color of love. And despite its old-school reputation as a less than manly hue, today’s dude should totally be able to down a rosy drink or two without feeling less than masculine. So for women and men alike this Valentine’s Day, we’ve rounded…
Looks like someone’s got a case of the Mondays. Judging by your bleary eyed-expression and Big Gulp-sized cup of coffee, you’re probably not too thrilled to be back to the grind. What, were you up too late watching the Puppy Bowl last night? Don’t break out the baseball bat and…
On Super Bowl Sunday, when the keg is kicked, the wing bones picked dry, the seven-layer dip down to its last tier – you and your guests will be jonesin’ for something sweet. And to satisfy those post-game cravings, Sweetness Bakeshop & Cafe is baking up some team-themed, craft beer-infused…
With shows like Pit Boss and Pit Bulls and Parolees as part of their programming, Animal Planet has done more than a little to showcase the work of pit bull rescuers and change misconceptions about the breed. And in their latest effort to promote these pups, the cable channel has…
You don’t need the New Times to tell you that Miami’s public transit options suck. Every citizen of South Florida is well aware of this nasty bit of business, from bicyclists nearly mowed down by desperate drivers to cocktail waitresses forced to take two-hour bus rides to work. But instead…
Let’s face it, Super Bowl Sunday isn’t about touchdowns, halftime shows or hot cheerleaders. Second only to Thanksgiving in the quantity of food consumed by Americans, it’s a foodie holiday more than anything else. And for this particular caloric onslaught, beer is the beverage of choice. But don’t let your…
When it comes to meat patties, Sef Gonzalez is Miami’s man. He’s the dude behind the iconic local food blog Burger Beast, and he’s been penning apt critiques of South Florida’s edibles since 2008. He’s not limited to his namesake burgers, either. “The Beast” writes about fritas, food trucks, and…
If there’s one thing Miami does well, it’s sexy ladies. But if there’s another, it’s botanical gardens. South Florida is a lush, tropical paradise, with gardeners who’ve spent decades learning innovative new ways to show off its assets (kind of like a South Beach supermodel). But like a hot, high-maintenance…
Miami film buffs, clear your calendars. The 30th anniversary of the Miami International Film Festival is upon us, featuring 10 straight days of celeb-studded documentaries, world premieres, and critically acclaimed tributes. This year’s lineup will feature 117 feature films and 12 shorts from a total of 41 countries. Notable mentions…
The closer we get to the South Beach Wine and Food Festival (SoBeWFF), the more you’re bound to hear the name Lee Schrager. And in addition to his tireless work promoting our city’s celeb-studded ode to consumption — he’s lending his talents to the 30th anniversary edition of the Miami…
For children of the ’90s, the terms Woof Woof Woof and dog pound have little to do with canines. Instead, they’re likely to bring back memories of flat tops, Bill Clinton sax solos, and first gen fist pumping. Lucky for all the nostalgia junkies, Celebrity Apprentice champion and one time…
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Hello Monday. We didn’t miss you. Not one bit. And frankly, now that you’re back in our lives for yet another week, we kinda want to give you a wedgie and pull your shirt over your head. You’re the unpopular, douchbaggy kid that tattled on us in middle school every…
February is officially American Heart Month, which aside from the mid-month snog-fest, means it’s time to revel in all things related to the blood-pumping organ. And for the second year in a row, Miamians can attend a collaborative camp designed to do just that. HeartCamp, founded by Miami’s own award-winning…
“On a boat” is pretty much the perfect way to end any first person sentence. Particularly in Miami. “I ate stone crabs … on a boat.” “I got laid … on a boat.” “I met Kim Kardashian … on a boat.” See how it ups the excitement factor? “I watched…
Miami’s nomadic arts revolutionaries known as the end/SPRING BREAK (2011 Bets of Miami winner for Best Cultural Project) are about to be just a little less nomadic. Organizers Domingo Castillo, Patti Hernandez, and Kiwi Farah are officially setting up shop in a space downtown, where they’ll continue to offer an…
If the standard selection of overpriced jukeboxes, off-key cover bands, and Jimmy Buffett wannabes at your local bar is getting a little old, there’s a new game in town — the opera. Once the domain solely of the rich (and Richard Gere), the opera’s modern-day makeover is coming to Midtown’s…
Art acquisition may seem like the ultimate first world issue. But what house is a home without a little aesthetic appeal? And for those who want to expand their collection beyond garish Britto prints or dorm room-era Salvador Dali posters, Miami’s not-for-profit Bakehouse Art Complex is launching a three-pronged lecture…
