For a huge corporation, Burger King has always had a bit of a wild streak — especially compared to its fast-food rival, McDonald’s. In the past, the Miami-based burger chain has released a beef-scented cologne, rolled out a food truck, and featured its mascot King in bed with people, staring at people, and generally acting very creepy.
Star Wars is more than a movie franchise. To millions, it’s a living universe with its own worlds, languages, and cultures. Johnathan Wakefield agrees that Star Wars is more than a series of movies. “It speaks of the era I grew up in,” says the owner of J. Wakefield.
Miami will finally get the restaurant it deserves when Croqueta Bar opens next week. The restaurant brings Dos Croqueta’s famous croquetas to their first permanent location, in the Miami-Dade suburb of Westchester. The company, founded in 2015 by Alec Fernandez and his aunt, chef Vicky Carballo, focused on creating croquetas in unique…
New Times’ Brew at the Zoo is set to return for its tenth year for an evening of beer, music, and fun. On May 11 from 7 to 11 p.m. , Zoo Miami turns into a spot for party animals, with plenty of beer and a live performance by Locos por Juana.
April saw a surprising number of restaurants that come with themes.Now, in the Magic City, you can drink in an 80’s-themed bar, dine in a working gallery, or pretend it’s morning any time of the day at two new all-day breakfast restaurants.
Coral Gables is set to get some of Miami-Dade’s best pasta. Macchialina, the Italian concept by James Beard Award semifinalist Michael Pirolo, plans to open a second restaurant, at Alhambra Towers in the City Beautiful.
On a gorgeous Monday evening, young professionals gathered at the Wynwood Yard for a mixer and dinner. As they mingled at their cocktail hour, the Yard’s Julie Frans, clad in a denim chef’s apron, oversaw the setup of a large community table where the group would later break bread.
America may run on Dunkin’, but Miami runs on something a little stronger. The doughnut and coffee chain Dunkin’ Donuts apparently wants in on Miami’s cafecito habit by celebrating Dunkencito Time.
When the Wynwood Yard closes on May 5, a bit of the neighborhood’s soul will go with it.
Miami’s much-anticipated Time Out Market has announced its official opening date. The 18,000-square-foot food hall will open May 9 at 8 a.m. with 17 eateries, a demo kitchen, and three bars.
Gui Jaroschy is taking his extensive bartending and hospitality management skills to SBE in his new position as corporate beverage director of the lifestyle hospitality company’s Disruptive Group. Jaroschy will oversee beverage programs across more than 175 SBE properties globally. The bar professional will first be…
Thursday Calling all Fab Four fans: Beatles on the Beach is taking over Delray Beach for four glorious days to honor the greatest band of all time. Throughout the fest, you can enjoy some of the best Beatles tribute bands on Planet Earth, including Beat & Shout, Liverpool Live, and…
There are made-up holidays to suit everyone’s mood and taste. You can celebrate National Chocolate Ice Cream Day on June 2 or justify your penchant for fried chicken and fries on October 25, National Greasy Foods Day. But some “fake” holidays seem to resonate more than others. Take, for example,…
Saturday is 4/20, a celebration of stoner culture and the opportunity to imbibe CBD-infused cocktails and scarf down childhood favorites made by Miami’s best chefs. So whether you’re hankering for an adult version of a juice box or a CBD grilled cheese, here are some of Miami’s best 4/20 food and drink offerings.
Last evening, Miami chefs, bartenders, wines experts, and restaurateurs gathered at the Rusty Pelican for the eighth-annual Zest Awards.
Miami’s favorite sweet obsession is closing for the season on Saturday, April 20. Knaus Berry Farm posted its seasonal closing date on Facebook, along with a sweet warning: “Today is the first day of the last week! The last day before we close for the summer is April 20th. We will…
Thursday Some awesome musical talents are coming together Thursday evening. New Zealand singer Kimbra, piano-rocker Ben Folds, and Wye Oak singer Jenn Wasner will join the hip Nu Deco Ensemble for a performance. Among the uniquely crafted morsels are Aaron Copland’s classic score Billy the Kid, Bill Withers’ soul tunes,…
Ben Potts is no stranger to experimentation when it comes to his cocktails. The Beaker & Gray co-owner has always used a healthy dose of elixirs and botanicals in his recipes. So it stands to reason that Potts is embracing CBD as an ingredient at the Sylvester, his new project…
With new tax rules in place, many people are complaining that their tax refunds will be lower — or nonexistent. Don’t let taxes darken your mood — just take advantage of the tax day deals Miami restaurants are offering today — including a free margarita!
This Sunday, April 14, the long-anticipated start of the eighth and final season of the HBO series Game of Thrones begins. And once more, viewers will be thrust into a land filled with war, betrayal, honor, and dragons. The start of the season also renews the heated debate over who…
Spring is in the air, and grilled cheese sandwiches are sizzling on the griddle. April is National Grilled Cheese Month, and Miami is oozing with cheesy giddiness. Food holidays can be lame, but magic happens when two slices of bread come together with melted cheese in the middle. Add toppings…
Cafe La Trova is designed to take you on a bit of a time trip. At any moment of the day, you’re apt to find cantineros, sharp-dressed bartenders, deftly throwing daiquiris while swaying to the beat of a band of guayabera-clad musicians playing on a stage. These beats.
