Another Tales of the Cocktail is over, and Miami bartenders and spirits professionals are back in town after spending nearly a week in the Big Easy drinking, eating, learning, and networking. This year’s Tales of the Cocktail had a large Miami contingent, with dozens of South Florida’s finest taking part…
This weekend, Miami Beach’s own Broken Shaker was named Best American Hotel Bar at Tales of the Cocktail’s ninth annual Spirited Awards. The Broken Shaker had been nominated for the award in the past, but this is the first win for the visionary cocktail bar, located at the Freehand Miami…
If you walk into a Miami bar and find your favorite bartender missing this weekend, it’s probably because they’re headed to the Big Easy for Tales of the Cocktail. The annual five-day celebration of cocktails and spirits starts today, with the world’s finest mixologists, restaurant owners, bar managers, brand ambassadors,…
At some point, while sipping on Jugofresh’s cold-pressed juices, the devil inside of you must have noted how delicious these would be if only they had a kick of booze. Maybe you’ve even experimented with your own cocktail creations at home, using Jugofresh juices? Stop feeling guilty for adding some…
It seems that Miamians are enjoying no shortage of beer festivals these days. But Daddy Brews owner Jacob Lindsay wants to change it up a little. On Saturday, Lindsay is throwing a craft beer-only festival at the Miami Airport Convention Center. That means no Bud Light Platinum, Blue Moon, Shock…
Even for locals who have lived through more than enough high energy bills, sweltering nights, and sweaty armpits. summer in Miami remains a rite of passage for anyone looking to call the Magic City home. However, with plenty of sunblock and proper hydration, even 90 degree days with 100% humidity…
La Moderna opened two weeks ago in Sunset Harbour. Owner Luca D’Angelo, who also owns Fratelli La Bufala, has brought his Roman pizza and cocktail spot to South Beach. The restaurant, helmed by executive chef Manuel Lanni, offers Neopolitan-style pizzas, light bar bites, and rustic Italian fare, but what’s most intriguing…
Happy 239th birthday, America. July 4 is a day to celebrate our fascinating, wonderful, sometimes frustrating country that’s always been a beacon of hope and light for most of the world. The way we celebrate Independence Day is as varied as the people who live here. Some choose to spend…
If you live in MIami, you’re likely aware that it’s not a cheap place to live. Rents are the eighth-highest in the United States, with a median of about $2,450. Burgers sell for $15 in many restaurants, and a cocktail could set you back as much as $100 (if you want…
Last month, Governor Rick Scott signed bill CS/CS/SB 186, better known as the growler bill, into law. The law, which becomes effective today, July 1, give local breweries the ability to sell and fill 64 oz. growlers. This size, considered the industry standard, joins the already-legal 32 oz. and 128 oz…
The Fontainebleau Miami Beach is mixing up its cocktail program for the summer, with every one of the resort’s signature restaurants offering bright and refreshing cocktails to cool you off for the hot weather ahead. They reflect the styles and cuisines,of Scarpetta, Hakkasan, Michael Mina 74, and Stripsteak. Most cocktails…
Concrete Beach Brewery finally opened its social hall about a month ago, almost two years after the brewery was announced. Alan Newman and Stacy Steinmetz, who founded Magic Hat in 1993, are now on a mission to increase awareness of craft beer across America through their company Alchemy & Science…
Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 21 and if you haven’t gotten Dad a gift yet, your procrastination has paid off! Forget the trip to the crowded mall to get your father yet another tie. He may be too kind and loving to tell you to your face, so we’ll…
Although Miami has long been known for its fitness regimen, gluten-free this and that, and more than a fair share of wine bars offering boozy fun without the gut-busting calories, the Magic City’s beer culture continues to thrive. As local breweries like J. Wakefield, MIA Brewing, and Wynwood Brewing add…
More and More, Miami Beach’s popularity has proven to be a double edged sword for both locals and budget-minded travelers who find themselves priced out of the tony hotels and expensive bars and restaurants. Lately, howeer, there’s been a renaissance of affordable hotels and bars that offer good service and…
Each July, the sultry city of New Orleans gets even hotter when thousands of bar professionals, spirits professionals, and drinking enthusiasts gather for Tales of the Cocktail. Part industry convention, part open bar, the event started in 2003, as a celebration of New Orleans drinking culture. Over a decade later,TOTC…
South Beach is known for its over the top party scene and pristine beaches, but step through the doors of the Setai Hotel and you’ll find a world of elegant coolness. The bar has always served up creative and classy cocktails, but, with the help of master mixologist Philip Khanderish…
This week, Toscana Divino, launched a brand new happy hour with drinks from new bar manager Douglas da Cruz (previously of Oak Tavern and Shikany) and bites from recently promoted chef Billy Devlin. The Italian eatery in the heart of Mary Brickell Village parted ways with executive chef Julian Baker a few…
If your plans for the weekend have fallen through and you feel like all hope is lost, fear not. You simply need to head to Bradenton for what promises to be one unforgettable birthday party. Yes, Bradenton. That’s where Peruvian chef-cum-brewer houses his Peruvian brewery, Darwin Brewing Company, and this…
The Broken Shaker has officially opened the doors to its new Chicago home. The bar, located at the Freehand Chicago at 19 E. Ohio St. in the city’s River North neighborhood, combines the bar’s Miami vibe with a bit of Chicago cool. The property itself is steeped in history. Designed by architect Ralph…
Driving past the intersection of Biscayne Boulevard and 54th Street, you might not be inclined to stop unless you needed gas. But for the past three years, Miami’s hardcore beer, wine, and even sake lovers have been pulling into Biscayne Gas not for the fossil fuels, but for the more…
If you’ve ever been to Southern Italy you know that a good dinner must end with limoncello. This liqueur is made from freakishly large and sweet lemons that grow abundantly in the Sorrentine Peninsula and on the Amalfi coast. Tourists flock to seaside towns like Positano and Amalfi to purchase…
