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 →
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 →
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 →
Get in a good hearty meal at Red, the Steakhouse before you ring (drink) in the New Year - the restaurant is conveniently located within a short stroll of Miami’s hottest nightclubs and bars so you can forget about driving. Consistently ranked one of the best steakhouses in Miami, Red is offering a 4-course, 5-star meal starting at... Continue Reading →
I have been planning to visit Glass & Vine for a long time. At first, it was only open for dinner, and I do not "do nights." Then, it opened for lunch, but I had to work. Finally, it opened for brunch on the weekends, and it was my chance to go on a tasting... Continue Reading →
Grove Bay Grill, formerly known as Scotty’s Landing, is ideally situated in a marina, facing a tranquil bay replete with beautiful yachts. A cool breeze blows on your face while indulging in standard grill fare. The ambiance was lovely, with a funky bar, covered seating and picnic benches along the seaside - really chill, as... Continue Reading →
I have always wanted to visit Paradise Farms, just out of curiosity. It’s only sixteen miles from my house but somehow I never got to it. Then an invitation for brunch appeared all of a sudden and I couldn’t be happier; finally a taste of paradise in a beautiful and peaceful farm. Well, I was... Continue Reading →
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