Inside Bar Luca. | Bar Luca. Serving Italian with a Miami twist Bar Luca has recently opened its doors in the historic Alden Hotel building in Miami Beach, offering a unique blend of traditional and modern Italian-American cuisine. This new neighborhood trattoria a collaboration between Miami hospitality veteran Ken Ray and the Boston-based Chapter One Hospitality group. The kitchen is led by executive chef Santo Agnello, known for his long-time tenure running the kitchen at Miami Beach’s popular pizza spot, Lucali. Starting with breakfast, which is available daily until 11:30 a.m., diners ca ..read more

From garlic rolls to gnocchi, these are the primo spots. Look here, folks. South Florida gets a lot of buzz for its Caribbean and Latin American influences. But we have quite the Italian-American flair here, too. When it comes to our taste buds, we are ever-grateful for the family-owned trattorias, tavernas, pizzerias, and everything in between gracing Greater Fort Lauderdale. But, when it comes to Italian restaurants, these are the 10 that reign supreme in Broward County ..read more

Inside Downtown Miami’s Tam Tam. And one Miami-based restaurant made the list. Yesterday, the Michelin Guide announced that four restaurants will debut in the Bib Gourmand category as part of the 2024 Michelin Guide selection for Miami, Orlando, and Tampa. Among the newcomers is Miami’s own Tam Tam, who joins Orlando’s Sushi Saint and Zura and Tampa’s Streetlight Taco. Restaurants receiving the Bib Gourmand distinction are recognized for offering “a meal of good quality at a good value.” The Michelin guide continually updates its Florida section, adding new Miami establishments throughout the ..read more

Photo by Nicholas Grande on Unsplash From cacio e pepe to lasagna and everything in between Sure, salad is great, and meat and chicken have their moments in the culinary spotlight, but nothing—absolutely nothing—beats pasta. Luckily, Miami has its fair share of restaurants where the beloved carb, in all shapes, sizes, and flavors, reigns supreme. Here are the 12 best spots for a plate of pasta in Miami ..read more

A Perfectly Loaded Cheeseburger at CG Burgers in Jupiter, Florida | Trystan Yorrick / CG Burgers From high-end restaurants to waterfront dive bars and everywhere in between. In Palm Beach County, the burger scene is sizzling, with various options catering to every palate and craving. From gourmet selections featuring prime cuts and exotic toppings to classic roadside stands delivering the old-school Florida flavors, Palm Beach has a burger for all, and here is where to find the 15 best ..read more

Photo by Fabrice Thys on Unsplash Good eats for those short on time In today’s fast-paced world, the luxury of a leisurely three-course meal isn’t always feasible, leading to the rise of counter-service restaurants in Jacksonville. These establishments offer the ideal compromise: quality meals at reasonable prices with minimal time commitment. All over the “Bold City,” fast-casual restaurants are serving everything from perfectly golden fried chicken and delectable barbecue to stacked sandwiches and New Orleans-style cuisine. The only question is where to go. These are the ten b ..read more

Inside the Alley. | The Alley Nearly three years after closing due to the COV-19 pandemic, the Alley reopens with a new look and revamped menu The Alley, nestled within the Betsy Hotel, has reopened in Miami Beach after a nearly three-year hiatus prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Helmed by the award-winning chef Laurent Tourondel, it offers trattoria-style pizza fare against one of the area’s most unique backdrops. The Alley The food spread at the Alley. The menu at the Alley spans a variety of Italian offerings, starting with appetizers such as ricotta di buffalo served on rosemary focaccia ..read more

Freshly roasted beans at Wells Coffee. | Jesse Scott These are the spots where the buzz is real. The need for caffeine can arise anytime – first thing in the morning, mid-afternoon, and, yes, periodically to help fuel those party-hardy noches. Fortunately, throughout Broward County, we have stellar coffee shops in all forms. There are spots that satisfy the most scrupulous of pour-over lovers, havens for colorful flavored lattes, and a place with a Moet champagne vending machine, too. When you need that extra kick in your day, these 12 coffeehouses in Broward County are worth the buzz (literal ..read more

Photo by WØM | Creative Studio on Unsplash Where to find the best of the best Empanadas vary as widely as the countries they come from, and Miami’s diverse Latin American community ensures every variation is represented. Whether fried or baked, filled with sweet or savory ingredients, these beloved hand-held treats are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a midday snack. Below are some of our top picks ..read more

MIAMI BEACH, FL - FEBRUARY 27: Chef Nina Compton prepares food for a Dinner Hosted By Scott Conant, Michael Pirolo And Nina Compton during 2016 Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival Presented By FOOD & WINE at Scarpetta, Fontainbleau Hotel on February 27, 2016 in Miami Beach, Florida. (Photo by Alex Markow/Getty Images for SOBEWFF®) | Photo: Getty Images North America The Top Chef alum and James Beard award-winning chef brings her popular New Orleans restaurant to Miami Nearly a decade after she said farewell to Miami, chef Nina Compton is returning to the ..read more