July 13, 2024
Shingo, a 14 seat Michelin starred restaurant, helmed by chef Shingo Akikuni, was a wonderful omakase experience. We were welcomed with a glasss of champagne, graciously befitting Omotenashi, the Japanese expression for true hospitality. Shingo pours on the sake with authentic spirit and service for a delightful and fun evening. They showcase seasonal ingredients sourced […]
November 3, 2019
Fiola Miami is my new favorite Italian restaurant, surpassing Il Gabbiano. I’ve been back to Fiola three times now and am more enthralled with the food and service each time, already establishing my must-have dishes and impressed that they recognize my handsome husband and fuss over him. The room is beautiful, with exceptionally well […]
February 23, 2019
Kaido, the Japanese inspired cocktail lounge by Chef Brad Kilgore and mixologist Nico de Soto, will dazzle your senses and delight your taste buds. The Lounge Located in the Design District, this sleek and sexy dining room, with its exquisite butterfly knife chandelier and magnificent bar, has four indoor tables and several outdoors. The indoor […]
July 29, 2018
Fratellino has undeniably great food, service and atmosphere. But it’s the charming co-owner of Fratellino, Beto DiCarlo, who makes the dining experience so special. Everyone is his best friend as he meets and greets with a glass of Prosecco, kisses and smiles. My husband and I love this place! We’ve been dining here since they […]
January 22, 2018
On the way to the Wynwood Women’s March, we stopped for an impromptu brunch at Norman Van Aken’s new restaurant Three. Mr. New World Cuisine himself was at the counter of the open kitchen working on whatever celebrity chefs do, while his new chef de cuisine, Miguel Massen, was busy in the kitchen. Miguel hails from […]
June 24, 2016
My first adventure into the COBAYA dining experience did not disappoint. For those of you unfamiliar, it is a mystery dining club of sorts. Sign up on the email list, receive an announcement with the date for the next dinner, respond in the affirmative and pray that you win the lottery. You are notified […]
March 14, 2016
Thinking of heading down to Brickell for dinner? Check out Komodo, the swanky new contemporary Southeast Asian restaurant that melds nightclub vibe with upscale cuisine. Jeffrey Chodorow (of China Grill) and club entrepreneur David Grutman (LIV) joined forces to create this tri-level hot spot that serves up great signature cocktails at all three bars. The Cucumber Basil Martini was a winner. Although the food was […]
December 6, 2015
Tuesday night, I had the honor of being included in a sneak preview of 33, the new Peruvian influenced restaurant in Coconut Grove. Chef Sebastian Fernandez, former food and beverage director of Coral Reef Yacht Club, served up beautiful plates of Causa Limena, Seared Scallops and Ceviche de corvina. Chef’s philosophy centers on incorporating no more than five ingredients in any dish so that […]
November 1, 2015
After 36 years, the final night of pork rolling cakes, calamari salad, best pho in the world, beef and fresh rice noodles and spicy fried chicken was nothing short of delicious delirium. Despite the Friday early seating, the spirited diners were jubilant to snag a table for the last supper (perhaps). The eight and ten o’clock diners were no doubt mightily disappointed that the early birds […]