All the leaves are brown and the sky is grey… The Mamas and Papas Here in Miami, all the leaves aren’t brown, but the sky is grey and rainy, due to incoming Hurricane Ian. Yes, while the rest of the country begins to bundle up for the Fall nip in
I finally ate a Miami Spice meal! If you’re unaware, Miami Spice occurs for two months- August and September- when South Florida restaurants offer Pre-Fixe 3-course meals. For some restaurants, especially very pricey ones, Miami Spice is a great deal. For others, like my friend says: It’s just like getting
It was a busy week last week for Foodie in Miami! Labor Day we had to go for our “free” Hot Dogs at Riviera. Emma and Guillermo, A.J. Wyatt and Phoenix joined us for the buffet of Baked Beans, Coleslaw, Potato Salad, Pasta Salad and Chips and then A.J. took
September is Better Breakfast Month, which makes sense with the start of a new school year. What’s the first thing you should eat when you wake up in the morning? Trick question, because you should reach for a glass of agua immediately upon rising to re-hydrate. I usually follow a
If you loved Hy Vong, the legendary Vietnamese restaurant on 8th Street that’s now closed, and miss their delicious food, you’re in luck! They’re now doing pick ups in South Miami. The next one is this Saturday, September 10th. You select the items you want and the time you want
If you have any desire to sign up for a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) in Miami, drop whatever you’re doing and sign up because it’s time! Why sign up for a CSA, where you pay upfront for fruits and vegetables from local farms? Because you’re helping local farms and businesses,
So I had the most delicious Turkey Burger at True Food Kitchen in Miami recently. I would not normally describe Turkey burgers as delicious, as they tend to be tasteless and dried out. But, calorie-wise, turkey burgers offer big savings over the beef versions. When comparing the frozen Bubba Burgers
Well, lots to report in the Miami Dining scene. First of all, of course, it’s Miami Spice of course and will be until the end of September. I haven’t be able to make it to one, but finally ate at Zitz Sum with friends a couple weeks ago and really
Someone asked a celebrity what the best part of being a grandparent was and he said the fact he no longer had to listen to his friends tell him how great it was. I get it! I was one of the first people of my social circle to become a
When we visited Hawaii, Miso-Sesame Dressing was all over the islands and on many menus, so when I returned home, I wanted to make some of my own. Luckily, I already had a recipe on hand to try from the New York Times Food section called Miso-Sesame Vinaigrette That’s Good
A former Air Florida flight attendant and daughter of a pilot, I love traveling, cooking and entertaining. Whether exploring Miami’s newest hot spots, visiting old favorites or discovering hidden gems, I’m always up for an eating adventure. My Foodie in Miami website shares personal essays, recipes, restaurant news and reviews, as well as views from my tropical garden.