This is a typical Cuban dish widely enjoyed in South Florida. We always eat it but never cooked it at home. My friend Saide Bofil came to the rescue with a simple lip-smacking recipe. Bistec de Palomilla is a Cuban dish consisting of top round steak, pan-fried after being marinated in garlic, lime juice, salt,... Continue Reading →
Turning 16 years old is an important life event and most people throw a big party for the occasion. Not us. We celebrated with fried chicken. Yardbird is a slang term for the common chicken, generally after being prepared as a meal. Quite a unique name for a restaurant. A distinctive concept that lured us... Continue Reading →
Jean Paul’s House is a charming 1920’s cottage located in the outskirts of Wynwood and Downtown Miami. This bistro run by Jean Paul Desmaison is an intimate venue and an ideal setting to try New World cuisine with a Peruvian touch. The inside was simultaneously rustic and modern, classy yet relaxing; the kind of place... Continue Reading →
Polpette Di Granchio (Crab Cakes) Executive Chef Marco Zuccala from Serafina Dream South Beach prepares the most delicious Crab Cakes ever that can be easily prepared at home. INGREDIENTS 6 oz of Blue crab pulp already cleaned (found at most supermarkets, fish stores, and any gourmet store) 1 Stalk of celery minced fine 1 Teaspoon... Continue Reading →
My little one did a project on historical landmarks in South Florida and she chose The Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables. One thing is to do research for an assignment and quite another is to actually visit in person and have lunch. The Biltmore Hotel was built in 1926 and has quite an extraordinary history.... Continue Reading →
Aromas Del Perú was quite an intriguing place. I say that because even if the surroundings are quite cozy and welcoming, they are not exactly upscale, the decor can even be described as on the shabby-rustic-chic side. The food that arrives at the table though, with a luxurious amount of seafood, does leave you stunned;... Continue Reading →
We got a sudden hunger attack and headed straight to our dearest neighborhood restaurant. Moon Thai & Japanese Cuisine always calms our appetites. Salmon Sashimi is the perfect snack for hungry people: delectable, satiny slices of fresh, raw salmon with ginger, wasabi and delicate strands of carrot. This was pure flavor on the tongue, an... Continue Reading →
A great red brick building erected on the side of a high-rise, offers some seafood and steak that can leave you breathless in more ways than one. Entering the restaurant is quite daunting as it is massive: 3 floors elegantly decorated in hues of red, dark wood and white; yellow light fixtures adding a flattering... Continue Reading →
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