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Chef. Author.Mentor.Pioneer.All around Florida badass. Chef Norman Van Aken needs no introduction, really. His contributions to the Florida culinary community have been and continue to be endless. As the founding father of New World Cuisine, he once upon a time created an identity for Florida from which to launch and never looked back. Listen in as I chat […]
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Owner of the OG Miami food blog, Food for Thought, FRODNESOR on all things social media, cofounder of the Cobaya Miami underground supper club, and an occasional food writer for publications around town, attorney David Rosendorf stops in to discuss his long-lived love for Miami food. What prompted him to launch the blog and Cobaya Miami? How does he summarize the […]
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A candid look at some of the Miami restaurants we recently visited. 68. Mosaico by Maurizio Farinelli69. Le Jardinier70. Tam Tam71. Queen Omakase72. Mamey 73. La Mar Miami74. Casa Mariano75. La Cosecha Argentinian Steakhouse Most of the Miami restaurants discussed in this episode are small operations that, for better or worse, left a big impression. Listen at the link above and on all major […]
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Why are Broward residents waiting in long lines to score Italian Chef Nunzio Fuschillo’s baked goods? I won’t gatekeep any longer. The secret is officially out, and these are the magic words: Cooper City. Gas Station. Effe Cafe. In this episode, we discuss Nunzio’s journey to South Florida, his deep ties to Miami culinary royalty (and […]
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Restaurateur, Content Creator, and Social Curator Gina Pelaez stopped in to chat, and chat we did. We explore her food journey and the creation of the Miami Food Family brand. Naturally, we Hialeah gals also discuss its history and ongoing growth, Miami’s food influencers, the hot South Florida restaurant scene, the flighty nature of food hall concepts, Broward’s need […]
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An up close and personal look at some of the Miami restaurants we recently visited. Buckle up, butter cup! We discuss it ALL. 61. Queen62. Zeru63. MaryGold’s Florida Brasserie64. Walrus Rodeo65. Avra66. Calle Dragones67. Maty’s As usual, we candidly review each restaurant without holding back. Which new restaurant captivated “the hubs” enough to name it the best opening of 2023? Where can […]
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I am pleased to introduce you to Laura DePasquale, a Master Sommelier, wine educator, and Senior Vice President of the Artisanal Wine Division at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. Laura’s inspiring journey in the wine industry is nothing short of captivating. From her beginnings as an artist to becoming a trailblazer in the wine world, Laura has truly led the […]
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The MICHELIN Guide came to town to unveil Florida’s new BIB Gourmand and One Star recipients at LoanDepot Park. I was fortunate to attend and witness all the action from beginning to end. Listen in as I give you an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse of the ceremony and share which restaurants made the cut and which […]
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Guest Chef Ashley Moncada of the new Brasserie Laurel shares valuable insight into the restaurant’s concept with the Ariete Hospitality Group, her quest for heat, love of butter, and her “Mini Mike” monicker. But, don’t fall for her coy demeanor. Moncada is a confident beast in the kitchen, ready to capture your full attention and, hopefully, shine bright under […]
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OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE “The 2023 MICHELIN Guide Miami, Orlando and Tampa will be unveiled at 6 p.m. May 11 at LoanDepot Park in Miami. Chefs and restaurant teams will learn in real time whether their establishments have received culinary distinctions such as MICHELIN Stars, Bib Gourmands or other professional award distinctions. The event is by […]
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