2012 has been a wild ride. It was good, it was bad – it was horrific. And like every year, we were utterly enthralled by various celebrities (human and animal) and often absurd antics. How much work productivity this year was lost on Googling Grumpy Cat memes and watching Gangnam…
As this week’s apocalypse approaches, many of us are mulling how best to spend the end times. Volunteering for charity? Spending quality time with family? Drinking ourselves into oblivion? While all of these options sound appealing, we think the best way to spend your last hours on earth is by…
H&M continued its South Florida domination with Friday’s opening of a new location in the shopping Shangri-La known as Aventura Mall. With two massive outposts of the Swedish brand opening less than a month apart, it seems that no one can stop affordable fashion from infiltrating Miami. Throngs of eager…
For foodies like us, the holiday season is all about eating, drinking and well, eating some more. Seriously, it’s why we wear stretch pants for the entire month of December. To carry the tradition past the table — there are all kinds of funky food and drink themed decorations to…
This is it. The last week before one of two events: A) the Apocalypse or B) Christmas. Either way, you’ve got a hell of a lot to accomplish in the next several days. Finish your shopping, prepare the last supper, hire a priest for your final rites. You know, the…
This time of year brings lots of 2012 summations: what we wore, what we watched and most importantly for Short Order readers — what we ate. And who better to speak to the food trends of the masses than the almighty Google? The search giant’s Zeitgeist wrap up of the…
It’s 4 a.m. You’ve just abandoned your spot in the VIP lounge at Cameo due to your increasingly vocal stomach. But other than Jerry’s Deli or diner eats – what’s a girl or guy to do for some good grub at this time of night morning? Read also: – Yardbird…
Doomsday preachers, sidewalk psychics, and apocalypse junkies have been predicting the end of times for hundreds of years. And yet, we’re all still here, going about our daily drudgery without a hint of fire or brimstone. But what if the Mayans were actually on to something, and the end of…
Round of applause, please! Yet again, Miami proves its culinary salt with not one but two local eateries making Urbanspoon’s list of America’s most popular new restaurants in 2012. The two names that earned a nod were the Blue Collar and The Federal Food, Drink & Provisions. A huge hometown…
The Setai Grill, which opened yesterday, should be off to a superb start. The new venture, billed as a New York style steakhouse featuring French gastronomy techniques, opened yesterday in Miami Beach’s swank Setai Hotel. Read also: – PM Fish and Steak House: Pricey Steaks in a Gorgeous, Bicultural Setting…
It’s 80 degrees out, there’s no break in humidity, and the ladies of Miami haven’t had a single chance to break out their assortment of Uggs. This winter’s been a bit of a bummer in the seasonal spirit department thus far. See also: Dear Santa: 13 Snarky Scenes From Santa’s…
Santa’s Enchanted Forest: Miami’s favorite den of twinkly lights and questionable carnival rides is open for your Christmas pleasure. Check out a Bengal tiger, stuff yourself with elephant ears, and ride the Crazy Mouse. Some things never change, like the annual commercials for Santa’s Enchanted Forest (7900 SW 40th St.,…
Magical Snowfall: Let it snow at the holiday madhouse known as Dolphin Mall (11401 N.W. 12th St., Miami), where flurries fall on eager shoppers every night at 7 p.m. Snowfalls are scheduled daily through Jan. 6. Admission is free. Visit www.dolphinmall.com. Dec. 17-Jan. 6, 7 p.m., 2012…
Zoo Lights: Score 3D shades and check out animals all aglow. Pose with Santa, sip hot cocoa and ride a camel. It’s pretty much the perfect evening. The magic happens at Zoo Miami (12400 Southwest 152nd St., Miami), from 7-10 p.m. through Dec. 23. Admission costs $15.95 for adults 13…
Deering Holiday Wonderland: See what 600 yards of ribbon, 900 feet of garland and thousands of handmade ornaments look like adorning historic homes. It’s all part of the showcase at the Deering Estate (16701 SW 72 Ave., Miami), open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Historic house tours are held…
Having ladyparts is a pretty great reason to celebrate. And luckily for those with XX chromosomes, the proper equipment can also lead to discounted eats, free bubbly, and an open bar. Under normal circumstances, the über-luxe SLS Hotel (1701 Collins Ave., Miami Beach) might be outside your carefully constructed budget…
It’s been a weird year for meat patties in Miami. What with joints like Damn Good Burger and American Burger dropping like flies — it takes a lot for burger-centric spots to keep it together. In the midst of these developments, Lincoln Road’s 5 Napkin Burger was looking to reach…
If there’s any time to think of others ahead of ourselves, it’s now. While it may be tempting to take advantage of seasonal sales to stock up on stuff for ourselves, how ’bout we take that extra cash and give it to those in need, instead? Hell, we could all…
South Miami’s popular craft beer outpost, Cervezas, is now under the ownership of another local drinking den – Bougainvillea’s Old Florida Tavern. The acquisition announcement was made via the two bars’ Facebook pages last night. Read also: – Best Bar for a Bender: Cerveza – 4/20 “Get Stone’d” Stone Brewing…
If you’re over 21 and without offspring, Epcot is the ideal Disney destination. After all, their 11 international pavilions feature alcoholic treats from the countries of origin. From Jagermeister to champagne, you can get your buzz on all over the world. Read also: – Disney Treats Make You Fat, Says…
This weekend saw approximately 10,378 Basel-related events. And despite the attraction of porn-as-art; an erotic candy-themed carnival ride and pop-ups galore – one of the most talked about attractions was an old school Florida tradition: the gator show. Read also: – Art Basel: The Most Artistic Cocktails in Miami -…
Celebrities, the ultimate in public commodities, are common fodder for the creative set. Whether it’s a garbage painting of Honey Boo Boo or a velvet recreation of the King, the A list, B list and D list are all over the art world. See also: – Miami Art Museum Receives…
