Miami is no stranger to the Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards with some restaurants having garnered the award since the 90s! “Representing everything from neighborhood wine bars serving small plates to opulent palaces with star chefs and elaborate tasting menus, the just-revealed 2018 Restaurant Award winners all share one thing—a passion for exploring and sharing the
Miami was presented with numerous awards for achievements in the spirits industry. It was a special moment for Miami as the late, legendary bartender, John Lermayer, was also awarded the Helen David Lifetime Achievement Award for his impactful contributions to the spirits community. The 2018 class of winners has been recognized amongst peers and supporters at
If you love exploring the world of cocktails then the DRINK Miami Hostel is where you need to be at this coming Saturday, June 2nd. Now in it’s third year DRINK Miami Hostel continues to delight the sense with different experience throughout the afternoon and the weekend. Added to this year, is a health &
We’re no strangers to Wynwood Yard’s creative programming and concept, so when CHARCOAL garden bar + grill was launched as their first full service restaurant we knew it was going to be good but it is REALLY good! And the cocktails have the attention and care of some of the best restaurants in Miami. We
Spirit Forward Bacardi Women In Leadership Empowerment Series landed in Miami last month, February 27th at The W Miami Hotel and it was something special for Miami. “The summit is devoted to supporting the advancement of women, fairness and equality for all in the spirits trade and hospitality community.” The five-city tour stopped in Houston and
Wynwood has never shied away from a good time. One of our favorite bars, Gramps, continues to deliver delicious, fresh cocktails while keeping that awesome vibe they’ve helped create in the artsy Miami neighborhood. Now, their new neighbor, wants to join in on the fun. rácket, spelled with a lower case r, comes from the
We’ve never hid our love of The Broken Shaker. Gabe Orta & Elad Zvi, who together form Bar Lab, not only helped champion a movement in South Florida, they built a brand while doing it. Everything they are ever involved in is always done with care & love. Now Williams-Sonoma & The Broken Shaker have teamed
When you drive up to KYU you know you’re getting to something special. Located in Wynwood’s graffiti lined streets is one of Miami’s best restaurants. From the food to the service to the cocktails, KYU has it all. We had a chat with some of our favorite bartenders (James MacInnes and the KYU Team) there
What a great time presenting the winners. Thank you again for your continued support! Our commitment is to continue to create a platform for bartenders and the hospitality industry in Florida to show their incredible accomplishments. We we all also, with our partners from Thirsty, be expanding the Pineapple Awards to New York! Stay tuned
When 1 Hotel South Beach made some changes in 2017 we knew they would be significant. They brought on Chef José Mendín along with Food Comma Hospitality Group who opened Habitat. Local ingredients, great service and an awesome vibe. In the upcoming months, Chef Mendín will be bringing someone of the best chefs in the
