I was longing to go back to Essensia as I had not been there in a while. When I heard that Chef Julie Frans was again responsible for menu creation, that was all the excuse I needed to revisit this restaurant that specializes in multicultural Miami Cuisine using local and sustainable ingredients. Working alongside Executive... Continue Reading →
To prolong my birthday celebrations, I invited one of my daughters for a quick lunch at Pisco Y Nazca at the Kendall location. This was my second visit to this restaurant, and I was not disappointed. We began with the Ceviche Rocoto that was made with mahi, shrimp, octopus, fried calamari, rocoto (peppers), leche de... Continue Reading →
It was my birthday, and my brother was pre-disposed to indulging me. La Mar by Gastón Acurio has always been one of my favorites restaurants in Miami, but I had not been there in a while. It was so pleasant to sit right next to the ocean on a breezy Saturday afternoon. It felt a... Continue Reading →
55 years ago, I made my grand entrance into this world. It was Mardi Gras in Grenada, Carnival Tuesday, so this little island girl was supposed to be jolly and full of verve. Instead, I turned out to be a very serious person, quite introspective, with a gentle soul. Both a blessing and a curse.... Continue Reading →
I did not realize that the Wynwood Walls was such a popular place to visit in Miami. I had been there before, some years ago, but did not have the time to linger and appreciate the real beauty of the art painted on the walls. It's different, full of positive energy, a fascinating place showcasing... Continue Reading →
She was supposed to be born on March 5th, an early birthday present for me. Instead, she decided to join us three weeks early because she was claustrophobic and was ready to see the world. My little chicken caught me off-guard – I did not think that she was fully cooked yet, but the doctor... Continue Reading →
I had the opportunity to visit Red, The Steakhouse recently, and got the chance to taste some delicious and decadent food. The ambiance and décor were very romantic and elegant, a perfect place to take your special someone for Valentine’s Day dinner. The occasion for the visit was Chef’s Peter Vauthy’s tasting menu that was... Continue Reading →
A few months back, I was driving on U.S. 1, and saw a sign that said “Kimchi.” Curiosity got the better of me - I just had to go check it out. It was a pleasant surprise to enter this grocery store; I was like a kid in a toy store. Kimchi carries a vast... Continue Reading →
The last time I went to Coconut Grove, I noticed a restaurant, Farinelli 1937, that I have never seen before. What caught my attention was the good-looking seating area outside – perfect for taking pictures. Plus, when was the last time I took a photo of a pizza? The terrace was indeed a dream -... Continue Reading →
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