Le Kabob Brings Much Needed Spice to Brickell

John ZurLe Kabob interior​Situated between Piola and Zen Sushi, at 1250 S Miami Ave., Le Kabob is finally open after weeks of stalled attempts. And what’s not to like about an independent Lebanese/Mediterranean Grill amongst the chains and same-old, same-old restaurants? On a cool night (they’re coming!) get there early…

Blog Watch: Chicken & Waffles and Pie

Photo via ChadzillaChicken and waffles​Start your morning with the best from the food blogosphere.The Chowfather shares his Short Order Awards nomineesChicken and waffles by ChadzillaMore dispatches from Spain over at Food for ThoughtLots of pie at The Genuine KitchenFrench Fry Fairy reviews fries in the Florida KeysEpicurious Chic makes fideuaThe…

La Suiza Bakery Nails Starbucks

In the innocence of youth, we could be duped into believing that a pastelito is a pastelito, is a pastelito. But once our taste buds evolved past Little Debbie Snacks and 7-Eleven nachos, we could no longer be satisfied with mediocre gastronomic experiments.Then one day while strolling down the rows…

Burger & Beer Joint Makes A Mean Harlem Mini-Cocktail

Tasting Panel Magazine and Harlem Kruiden Liqueur gathered a dozen mixologists at Philippe Chow last week, and challenged them to create a “mini” 2oz. cocktail using the herby Harlem Liqueur from Holland with any ingredients of their choosing. Harlem, incidentally, is the “ice cold shot drink” from the makers of…

The Weekly Wrap-Up: Rainy Days

Paula Niño​Here’s something for you to do on a rainy weekend: catch up on what you missed this week on Short Order.LeBron James is not much of a meat eater.Short Order gets a taste of Doggi Style, a Venezuelan fast food cart.Chocolate lovers: indulge in our list of Miami’s best…

Brasel Beats the Tofu Out of Pagano in Whole Foods’ Culinary Clash

​The kind folks at Whole Foods in Coral Gables asked me to judge a cooking competition between Meat Market’s Sean Brasel and STK’s Ralph Pagano last night and I–one of the city’s most outspoken carnivores–quickly agreed to participate. Little did I know I’d be mawing on heaping helpings of soy…

Rosa Mexicano’s Big Chocolate Taunt & Demo

Sorry to be a tease, but the folks at Rosa Mexicano didn’t want to give you the recipe for the whole enchilada… uh, we mean pork belly taco, because they would rather you stop over tomorrow at 10 a.m. to watch the whole process so you do it the right…

$18 Three-Course Lunch Deal Returns to FIU

Fall semester has begun at Florida International University’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, which means the $18 lunch deal is back! Students in the school’s Advanced Foodservice Management classes, under the direction of Chef Mike Moran and Chef Roger Probst, host, serve, and prepare the lunch every Tuesday, Thursday…

Paletas at La Michoacana in Homestead Are Worth the Trek

Trina SargalskiThe chongos flavored paleta is made of curdled milk and cinnamon.​Paletas La Michoacana is a hidden gem in downtown Homestead (344 Washington Avenue, Homestead). It’s been there since 1999, selling mostly ice pops (paletas) and ice cream (nieves). You can get the traditional flavors of chocolate and vanilla, but…

Short Order Just Desserts — Our Nominees Are…

With Top Chef Just Desserts hitting the airwaves there is no doubt that satisfying a sweet tooth is the hot thing to do for cooler months ahead. So we reached out to our Short Order Best Pastry Chef Nominees to get the 411 on who they are and their favorite…

Sneak Review: Chow Down Grill

A quick bite from next week’s Cafe review:Marcus formerly served as pasta maker at Timo Restaurant, and the lush doughs here are delicious — especially the jade-green ones made from basil that wrap around a vibrant chop of organic chicken. Black squid dumplings are special too, filled with shrimp, fennel,…

Cecconi’s Set To Open in Soho Beach House

Interior of the original Cecconi’s in London.​October 11 is set as the date for a much-anticipated debut of Cecconi’s Miami in the new Soho Beach House. This will be the third outpost of Cecconi’s, the Venetian-influenced menu already being served in other Soho Houses. Executive chef at the Miami branch…

Big Pink’s Snacks and Drinks

Laying around on the beach can make us hungry and parched. What better way to fight this than an afternoon snack? If you are lounging on South Beach, walk on over to 157 Collins Avenue and order some guacamole and chips, $6.95 at the Big Pink. “The Big Pink is…

Diana Kennedy Wants You to Examine Your Chiles

Courtesy University of Texas Press​Diana Kennedy, cookbook author and authority on Mexican cuisine, spoke to a packed room at Books & Books Coral Gables last night. She is on book tour promoting the comprehensive Oaxaca al Gusto: An Infinite Gastronomy.Kennedy explained some of the basic ingredients of Oaxacan cuisine, including…

Free Fried Chicken at Pollo Campero

Don’t get too excited — it’s only one piece per customer. But free is free, and Pollo Campero’s fried chicken is marinated with lime and orange juices, red bell peppers, and a special blend of Latin herbs and spices. It is “Flavor You Can’t Campero.” Didn’t know that? Exactly. Which…

Chef Cindy Hutson’s Classes: Too Much Fun

While some may enjoy going out to eat, others love cooking. This second group is in luck. They can be taught by one of the best in Miami. Chef Cindy Hutson is offering cooking classes on Saturdays at her restaurant, Ortanique on the Mile.At $90, people will be able to…

Bagel Cove’s Nova Platter Nothing Special at $11.29

John ZurNova Platter with Bialy Bagel ​Harriet & Bob’s Bagel Cove is celebrating its 22nd anniversary. The place is loved and almost always busy. But unfortunately, the decor doesn’t seem to have changed since the ’80s. From semi-circular, heavily-padded booths to the booth-table hybrids, to school cafeteria tables and chairs…

Five Best Places to Eat Alone

Let’s face it, sometimes we just need a little alone time, and that includes when we eat. Whether we are taking a lunch break or grabbing a quick dinner after work, sometimes we just want our own company. Here are our Luckily five top places here in Miami to eat…

Grow Your Own Food with Ready-Made Gardens

courtesy of Miami Kitchen Gardens​It seems that with all the talk of knowing where your food comes from, the rising concern about obesity and a move toward healthier eating, more people are flirting with the idea of growing their own fruits and veggies. But for people who know nothing about…

Ten Perspectives On Popchips

The popchips people popped by the New Times office last week and left behind a basket of popchips in all 6 flavors. I’d never had a popchip before — I’m not much of a bagged-snack sort of guy — but here are ten quick impressions:1.The sour cream & onion, and…

Target Aims For The Food Market

Target is in the process of completing its redesign of six stores in the Miami area. The new, wider-aisle layouts for each venue feature a 40% increase in food offerings. Groceries now available include fresh produce (seasonal fruit, baby carrots, and bagged lettuce to name a few); pre-packaged baked goods…