Here’s What You’ll Be Eating at New Times‘ Out to Brunch

This Saturday, get ready to brunch hard at New Times’ Out to Brunch. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Design District’s Jungle Plaza will transform into a swanky soiree filled with free-flowing mimosas, a bloody mary bar, and delicious food. Thirteen stations will serve beverages such as wine by…

The Forge Closes for Renovations

One of Miami’s most venerable establishments is closing for a refresh. The Forge will temporarily close for renovation, owner Shareef Malnik announced today. The kitchen will be revamped and the dining room design will change. In addition, the Forge brand will undergo an “overall brand…

Richard Branson Hypnotized Me and Stole My Watch

It’s about 5 p.m. and Richard Branson is visibly tired. The owner of Virgin Airlines, Virgin Hotels, and Virgin Galactic — to name a few of his hundreds of enterprises — has just officially announced the transformation of the Brightline to Virgin Trains USA. The 68-year-old spent the entire day holding pressers…

Trader Joe’s Is Opening Soon in South Beach

Trader Joe’s — the tropical grocer with a loyal fan base — has finally announced its imminent opening in Miami Beach. News that the vacation-themed market would open in South Beach broke two years ago. Initially, the store was slated to open at the end of 2018. The official…

New Times’ Best of Miami Party Tickets on Sale Now

New Times’ Best of Miami issue hits newsstands and your computer in June, listing more than 200 of the area’s finest restaurants, hottest clubs, most delightful diversions, and top places to shop. To celebrate this mega issue, we’re throwing a party. On Thursday, June 20, celebrate the Best of Miami…

McDonald’s Is Giving Away a Tricked-Out Sofa Worth $9,000

Living in Miami can be exhausting. Between enduring the tropical heat, navigating I-95, and trying to party till 4 a.m. every night, sometimes we just want to flop down on the couch and binge on fries. McDonald’s is here to help by giving away a colossal La-Z-Boy sofa with all the bells and whistles.

The Office Cake Will Deliver a Colada Cake Anywhere in Miami

Sara Paz-Claro and Eddy Claro took a ride on the fast track at a young age. Before Sara was even 17, the high-school sweethearts began earning money for college by working events and weddings referred by Sara’s mother, cake queen Ana Paz. Soon the side gig turned into a full-time company…

St. Patrick’s Day 2019 Miami Restaurant and Bar Specials

On St. Patrick’s Day, Chicago turns its river green, Boston declares a citywide holiday, and New Yorkers party in the street. Miami, however, takes a more low-key approach to the holiday. That’s not to say you can’t find green beer, Jameson shots, and a steaming plate of corned beef and cabbage. After all, Miamians like to party – no matter what the occasion. Here are the best places to eat, drink, and wear green on St. Patrick’s Day.

Eighth-Annual JWU Zest Award Nominees Announced: Vote for New Times

In 2012, Johnson & Wales University’s North Miami Campus initiated the JWU Zest Awards as a way of recognizing excellence in Miami’s culinary community. Now in their eighth year, the Zest Awards have become a respected part of the local food and beverage landscape. Many chefs and restaurateurs see the Zests as the hometown version of the nationally acclaimed James Beard Awards.

You’ll Be Eating Food From José Andrés at Marlins Park This Season

On March 28 the Miami Marlins face the Colorado Rockies in their home opener and fish fans will look forward to a new season of food. The ballpark just announced its new lineup of concessions that include Miami favorites like Pincho (formerly Pincho Factory), Novecento, and SuViche. More interesting, however,…