Born to an Italian-American father and a Vietnamese mom, it’s no wonder chef Michael Bloise has so readily made the transition to Executive Chef at South Beach’s SushiSamba where the menu features a fusion of Asian and Latin American fare. “I’ve always had fun challenging myself to harmonize ingredients that are not commonplace, ” says [...]
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Juvia Miami Beach: Lincoln Road’s Sanctuary for the Senses
Published February 01, 2012
Juvia is the beautiful new 10,000 square foot indoor/outdoor restaurant and lounge located on the penthouse level of the 1111 Lincoln Road, adjacent to the architecturally-stunning Herzog & de Meuron building on South Beach. Slated to open to the public mid-February 2012, Juvia is owned and operated by celebrated restaurateurs Jonas and Alexandra Millan of [...]
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Valentine’s Day at BLT Steak & Joey’s Italian Cafe
Published January 31, 2012
BLT Steak at The Betsy, star chef Laurent Tourondel’s South Beach outpost is offering several sensuous blackboard specials in honor of Valentine’s Day Tuesday, February 14, 2012. Guests have the option of choosing the items a la carte, or putting together a three course dinner plus
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Scarpetta & Hakkasan Win AAA Four Diamond Award
Published January 31, 2012
Fontainebleau Miami Beach’s renowned Scarpetta and authentic Cantonese restaurant Hakkasan have won the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Award. Since opening, both restaurants have received the respected award three times.
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Essensia Restaurant Valentine’s Day Menu
Published January 24, 2012
Miami Beach, FL — The Palms Hotel & Spa invites you to arouse love this Valentine’s Day. Join Chef Julie Frans as she pays homage to the ancient Greek goddess of love, beauty, pleasure, and procreation, Aphrodite. On Tuesday, February 14, Essensia’s six-course Food for Love Menu will ignite romance by serving dishes delicately crafted with [...]
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Altamare Introduces New Seasonal Menu
Published January 20, 2012
For close to a decade, Altamare has been a Miami Beach dining mainstay, a locals’ favorite and must-try destination for serious foodies and the “culinary adventurous.” The restaurant which opened in 2002 had to move to a larger space – at the western-most end of Lincoln Road in 2010 – just to accommodate demand. Veteran [...]
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Edge, Steak & Bar Sunday Brunch at Four Seasons Hotel Miami
Published January 19, 2012
Edge, Steak & Bar, the chic new restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Miami brings back the property’s acclaimed brunch, this time with a twist. The culinary team at the hotel has gone to great lengths to surpass expectations and deliver a memorable and innovative Sunday brunch.
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Chow Down Grill & Lounge in Miami Beach
Published January 17, 2012
Miami, FL — If you’re looking for a hip new spot to grab some good eats, consider your search over. Chow Down Grill & Lounge provides an Asian-inspired dining experience that will satisfy both your taste buds and your wallet. The restaurant, with its first location still in Surfside, has recently opened up its second [...]
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Essensia Restaurant at the Palms Hotel New Signature Chef
Published January 16, 2012
Miami Beach, FL — There’s a new chef in town! Essensia Restaurant at The Palms Hotel & Spa welcomes new Signature Chef Julie Frans. Chef Julie hails from sunny San Diego where for six years she owned and operated Dining Details, a full-service catering company and chef agency specializing on unique dining experience with a [...]
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Mercadito MidTown is Fighting Child Hunger
Published January 05, 2012
Mercadito MidTown is fighting Child Hunger with its “Tacos for Strength.” Chef Patricio Sandoval of Mercadito MidTown joins forces with Bulldog BBQ chef Howie Kleinberg this month…
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