Hey, look at that. Playboy is more than just tits and ass. There are actually words. Interesting.If you can peel your eyes away from the buxom blonde for a moment, you’ll see that the gentleman’s magazine has released its Guide to America’s Best Bars (link totally SFW). Nineteen where chosen…
This is a funny one. Six hundred pages, thousands of recipes, each and every one based on a well known American brand name comestible. Meaning you never use lemon, but REALEMON Lemon Juice from Concentrate. Sherried mushrooms go over Original MINUTE Rice, and brandy lace cookies are made with MAZOLA…
If you’ve spent any time in a South Florida supermarket you’ll recognize Conchita Brands. The signature red label with a blue square is synonymous with ingredients necessary for any pantry with a Latin flair. With flavors reminiscent of those that “Conchita” herself made back in Cuba in the mid 30’s…
Here at Short Order, we only pimp the booze we love. And after downing a few Solerno-injected cocktails at Prime Italian last night, I’m ready to peddle some of this Sicilian blood orange liqueur. Solerno is culled from the dark purplish Sanguinello oranges, the flesh of the sweet fruit distilled…
Chefs with tattoos
Jackson Soul Food and Aguacates got soul
The Place: Black Point Ocean Grill24775 Galloway Road, Homestead305-258-3918 The Hours: Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Deals: $1 off all drinks. From 3 to 6 p.m. happy hour menu. The Scene: One has better chances of stumbling upon a Black Hole than Black Point Marina and…
Last night, Meat Market hosted a winemaker dinner with Sunbox Eleven, a local winery. While Sunbox Eleven is based in Miami, the boutique company creates small-batch artisan wines in California. It is a collaboration between Miami chef David Gordon and the winery’s owner, Sunny Fraser.For this dinner, Meat Market’s chef/owner…
Do you ever feel the urge to dance immediately after emptying your bladder? If you do, Short Order suggests you head over to your nearest Pasha’s, where you’ll find bathrooms featuring disco balls and club music. Just make sure the floor isn’t being cleaned, otherwise you might slip while pulling…
The New York Bagel Deli quietly opened on East Flagler Street downtown a few months ago. Residents of Miami Beach might know the business — it’s been operating on Collins and 65th for the past 14 years. The deli is spacious and boasts a wide array of bagel flavors, including…
In parts one, two (Asian), three (steakhouses), four (hotels), five (Coral Gables), and six (Coconut Grove), we perused Miami Spice deals from various participating restaurants and put in our two cents as to whether or not the deal was worth taking advantage of. Today we take a look at those…
The Place: John Martin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant 253 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables305-445-3777www.johnmartins.com The Hours: Monday through Friday 4-8 p.m. The Deals: Half off all house wines, liquor and 20-oz imported drafts. The Scene: Owner Martin Lynch runs his bar like any good Irishmen, with the star of the show being…
Chow Down Grill has been serving Asian-inspired fare in Surfside for a little over a month but the restaurant has already created quite a bit of buzz. The small, cozy restaurant is the creation of Joshua Marcus, who formerly worked in the kitchens of BLT Steak and China Grill. The…
You don’t always see them in the front of the house, but chefs, line cooks, and others who work behind the scenes are the force that makes sure food translates well to the plate. But there is something else we noticed: Much like other creative types, chefs love tattoos. So…
There is no doubt that Miami has a coffee culture. Whether you enjoy a cortadito, double espresso, or “tall” drip, there are choices on every corner. Does this mean death to the home coffee machine? Not yet. But a few contenders are definitely trying to stay ahead of the curve…
Ever been on a first date, thrown a suggestive look to the person across the table, and sensuously ordered a dozen or so raw oysters? If so, you are a douche bag. But you’re also aware of the critical connection between food and fornication. So if you have any desire…
The Forge’s Dewey LoSasso shares his lobster, peanut butter, and jelly sandwich recipe with Short Order. You can read Part 1 and Part 2 of our interview with him for more about the Forge…
Lobster enthusiasts should gas up their boats. Lobster miniseason begins tomorrow. Or tonight at 12:01 a.m. to be exact. The two-day lobster hunt is an opportunity for novice fishermen to be out on the water, drink, and, of course, catch lobsters.If this is your first time on the lobster chase,…
ESPN’s Outside the Lines has collected health department inspection reports for food and beverage vendors at 107 MLB, NBA, NHL, and NFL sports arenas in the United States and Canada. Each arena’s percentages of “critical violations” were tallied — meaning food that “might pose a serious risk for food-borne illnesses.”…
In Parts 1, 2 (Asian), 3 (steak houses), 4 (hotels), and 5 (Coral Gables, posted this morning), we perused Miami Spice deals from various participating restaurants and put in our two cents as to whether the deal was worth taking advantage of. Next up: Coconut Grove. Our perspective begins with the estimate…
If you’re not a subscriber to our weekly Café Bites dining newsletter, here’s a taste of what you’re missing. Click here to subscribe.An evening to chill in the Keys, a quintet of delectable desserts, each paired with a different dessert wine… how bad can that be?Treat your sweetheart and your…
In parts one, two (Asian), three (steakhouses) and four (hotels) of our series, we perused Miami Spice deals from various participating restaurants and put in our two cents as to whether or not the deal was worth taking advantage of. Today we take a look at restaurants in Coral Gables…
