Endo Edibles

December 29, 2020
6:30 PM
by: Uhockey

DOMU (Dr. Phillips,) Orlando FL

DOMU

DOMU WINGS – KIMCHI BUTTER SAUCE

FINGERLING BRAVAS – CRISPY FINGERLING POTATOES, SPICY KEWPIE MAYO, SOUR CREAM, CHIVES, CRISPY QUINOA, JAPANESE SPICES

TAKO – GRILLED OCTOPUS, YUZU KOSHO, CRISPY SMASHED FINGERLING POTATOES, MICRO GREENS, RADISH, YUZU MAYO

CHEEZUS – CORN, KEWPIE MAYO, MELTED MOZZARELLA, JAPANESE SPICES, SCALLIONS, LIME, TOASTED BAGUETTE

RICHIE RICH RAMEN – MISO, SHOYU PORK BONE BROTH, CHASHU, AJITAMA BRULEE, KIKURAGE, SCALLION, FRIED GARLIC, BLACK GARLIC OIL, DOMUDAMA

CURRY RAMEN – SPICY CHICKEN BROTH, FRIED CHICKEN THIGH, JAPANESE BEECH MUSHROOMS, MENMA, THAI BASIL, SCALLIONS, THAI CHILI PASTE

YUZU CHICKEN RAMEN – SHIO BASE, MENMA, SCALLIONS, AJITAMA, FRIED CHICKEN THIGH, JAPANESE SPICES, KOMI OIL, LIME ZEST

HORCHATA SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM – CINNAMON TOAST CRUNCH CEREAL

Originated late 2016 in the Audubon Park District of Orlando, DOMU’s Dr. Phillips outpost debuted just four months before COVID-19 changed the entire dining landscape, yet on a Tuesday night in December three guests were greeted to a twenty minute wait before sitting down to enjoy what may just be Orlando’s hottest current ticket.

Created by Chef Sean “Sonny” Nguyen, and propelled to fame by television appearances celebrating his Housemade Noodles, it is upon entry that guests will notice a lengthy bar in front of the partitioned dining room, a kitchen in back visible with all staff donning both gloves and masks.

Built on Japanese technique, but infused with modern sensibility, a quick look at DOMU’s menu will uncover tradition and fusion, the eponymous Wings well regarded for being extra crisp with a generous amount of unctuous Meat while Fingerling Potatoes riff on the idea of Spanish Patatas Bravas utilizing Eastern Ingredients.

Less successful with Grilled Octopus, the portion underwhelming and muddled by Citrus, “Cheezus” is a *must* order by any standard while the traditional Yuzu Ramen is forgivingly light and perfect for those who prefer clear broth or eschew Pork for religious/dietary reasons.

Delving next into “DOMU Creations,” seven large bowls ranging from Urchin Butter to Brothless, Richie Rich undoubtedly lives up to its name thanks to springy Noodles, Egg, Pork and Cloud Ear Mushrooms plus a good amount of Garlic in contrast to fiery Curry Ramen with Fried Chicken and the sort of lingering heat that makes Beer, Soft Serve or both almost mandatory.

www.domufl.com

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December 29, 2020
12:05 PM
by: Uhockey

La Camaronera [2,] Miami FL

La Camaronera

Corvina Sandwich, Tostones

Conch Fritters, Lime

Shrimp Tacos

Arsenio’s Favorite Burrito – Shrimp, Fish, Creamy Jack, Cheddar Cheese

Key Lime Pie

Dubbed a “Seafood Joint & Fish Market” it was based on the recommendation of others that a return visit to La Camaronera was planned before exiting Miami, suggestions that a 2014 visit was “ordered wrong” immediately debunked when, at noon, the Restaurant had already sold out of their “legendary” Pan con Minuta.

Open daily at 11:30, but apparently crippled by “a busy weekend” per wait staff, lunch instead started with underwhelming (again) Frituras de Cobo and a fairly basic Corvina Sandwich, the Tostones admittedly far better than notes from six years prior suggest but still not on par with Old’s or Garcia’s.

Located just a few miles from Biscayne Bay, and practicing all recommended safety measures amidst the pandemic, dining improved with grilled Shrimp Tacos slathered in Onions and Peppers while “Arsenio’s Favorite Burrito” comes over-stuffed and enjoyable, the fact that Tres Leches was also 86’d instead necessitating Key Lime Pie for Dessert – its flavor again too sweet even without the Whipped Topping.

www.lacamaronera.com

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December 29, 2020
7:30 AM
by: Uhockey

Mojo Donuts & Fried Chicken, Coral Gables FL

Mojo Donuts & Fried Chicken

Croissant Donut Bites

French Cruller, Chocolate Glaze

Fruity Pebbles Donut

Maple Bacon Bar

Banana Pudding Donut

Blueberry Fritter

Abuelita Donut – Cinnamon Sugar, Dulce de Leche, Arroz con Leche Filling

Guava Cheese Donut

Originating in Pembroke Pines, and now with four locations in South Florida, it was just after the Coral Gables shop’s 4th birthday that three guests stopped at Mojo Donuts to taste an array of distinct and fun flavors.

Located at the southeast corner of U.S. 1 and Red Road, slightly outside Miami-proper, it is immediately upon entering that guests are welcomed by staff donning PPE, their friendliness leagues better than Salty Donut and their patience while deciding amongst 30+ flavors much appreciated.

Co-owned by Jimmy Piedrahita, his decision to bring Shawn Neifeld’s brand South delivering even greater diversity than the original, it was while pop music played overhead that selections were made, a complimentary box of “Cronut” Holes kicking things off light and flaky before tearing into an eggy Chocolate-covered Cruller.

Previously partnered with an Ice Cream joint, that half of the counter currently porting Christmas decorations, it was after being informed that Fried Chicken sales begin at 11:00am that more bites were taken, Fruity Pebbles selected by a 13-year-old pretty much what one might expect while the Maple Bacon Bar and glazed pocket filled with housemade Banana Pudding fared better.

Made even more popular by Guy Fieri’s “Diners,Drive-ins and Dives,” additional picks found Mojo’s Blueberry Fritter crisp yet just a bit oily while Abuelita and Guava Cheese each embraced Miami’s Latin heritage with complete success thanks to their respective combinations of Toppings and Fillings.

www.mojodonuts.com

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December 28, 2020
9:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Dasher & Crank, Miami FL

Dasher & Crank

Salty Beach, Lemon Speculoos, Smoked Almond

Opened at the tail-end of 2017, Wynwood’s Dasher & Crank changed South Florida’s Ice Cream landscape overnight, owner Daniel Levine bringing his strong background in hospitality to chef-driven flavors that defy conformity while simultaneously delighting guests.

Demarcated in neon, with pastel pink seating currently off-limits due to COVID-19, it was with a menu entirely different from online that three guests debated choices, tastes of styles including Winter Wonderland and Earl Grey eventually yielding three scoops served in a cup, as housemade Waffle Cones had sold out.

Made on-site daily, and premium priced to match upscale Ingredients, “Smoked Almond” finds Nuts alongside Dulce de Leche in a smooth matrix while both Salty Beach and Lemon Speculoos trend slightly granular thanks to “Graham Cracker Sand” in the Coconut-flavored former and Belgian Cookie Butter with Citrus in the latter.

www.dasherandcrank.com

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December 28, 2020
6:20 PM
by: Uhockey

La Leggenda Pizzeria, Miami Beach FL

La Leggenda Pizzeria

Polipetti alla Luciana – Baby Octopus, Neapolitan Marinara Sauce, Capers, Black Olives, Toasted Bread

Margherita STG Pizza – Mozzarella Di Bufala Campana DOP, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Basil

Crocché Pizza – Potato Croquettes, Italian Ham, Fior di Latte Mozzarella

Born in a small town near Caserta, Giovanni Gagliardi was nicknamed “The Legend” long before winning the 21st World Championship of Neapolitan Pizza STG in 2012, a subsequent title at The International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas leading to the debut of his Neapolitan Pizzeria on Miami Beach in 2017.

Dubbed La Leggenda, and open daily from noon at 224 Espanola Way, it is amidst a global pandemic that guests will find the Restaurant operating with several limitations, a truncated menu the most noteworthy as only a small number of Appetizers and Salads are available in addition to Gagliardi’s wood-fired Pies.

Premium priced for top real estate, nearby Restaurants and Clubs spotlighting South Beach’s Latin-inspired glam, it was at an outdoor table that three diners sat amidst foot traffic, a $20 plate of Octopus containing but six small specimens while a razor-thin piece of Toast was not nearly enough to scarpetta all the complex, saline Sauce.

Moving quickly to Pizza, a far-better cost proposition, fans of tradition will find La Leggenda’s Margherita strictly adherent to VPN standards, slow fermentation generating a fluffy cornicione gently imbued with smoke beneath Tomatoes, Buffalo Milk Cheese and Basil while the Crocché Pizza takes inspiration from Cuba by placing fried Croquetas alongside Ham and Fresh Mozzarella.

www.laleggendapizzeria.com

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December 28, 2020
11:20 AM
by: Uhockey

Caja Caliente, Coral Gables FL

Caja Caliente Coral Gables

Bacalao Croquetas

Bolas de Platano Relleno con Picadillo

Steak Taco – Avocado, Black Bean Pico, Herb Aioli

Alligator Taco – Avocado, Black Bean Pico, Caja Aioli

Shrimp Taco – Avocado, Black Bean Pico, Caja Aioli

Tamal Cubano – Corn Tamale, Crispy Lechon, Pico, Avocado, Cotija Cheese, Caja Aioli

Disco Timba – Guava, Cream Cheese

Debuted in 2016, when blogger Monica Leon convinced mother Lupita to take their homemade Empanada business the Food Truck route, it was after three years serving Wynwood and the Design District that Caja Caliente found a home in Coral Gables, the menu since expanding to embrace a range of Cuban-inspired items both familiar and novel.

Located at 808 Ponce De Leon Boulevard, next to ever-popular Eating House, it is amidst cozy confines or under umbrellas outside that guests are invited to enjoy bold cooking, the Cod Fish Croquetas impeccably creamy in the style of French Brandade while bite-size balls of Plantains with Ground Beef are aromatic yet sweet and deeply satisfying.

Perhaps best known for Cuban Tacos, a fusion-favorite with fillings ranging from Swine to Octopi, it is atop fresh Tortillas that Steak, Shrimp and Fried Alligator were piled, all well-complimented by Pico and Sauce while the Cuban Tamale is a sharable specialty featuring fresh Corn in the Masa beneath a lot of crispy Pork, Cheese and Avocado.

Offering a handful of Empanadas, both savory and sweet, Dessert had intended to taste one filled with Guava, but oddly finding both it and Rice Pudding 86’d at 11:30am lunch instead concluded with a crispy Disco Sandwich filled with Fruit Preserves and Cream Cheese that took 15-minutes to make, but proved worth the wait.

www.caja-caliente.com

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December 28, 2020
8:05 AM
by: Uhockey

B Bistro + Bakery, Miami FL

B Bistro + Bakery

Raspberry Macaron

Charcoal Croissant – Dulce de Leche

Chocolate Chip Cookie

Mixed Nuts Croissant

Pastelito Pancakes – Cream Cheese Mousse, Guava, Brown Butter, Maple Syrup, Vanilla Crumble

Chilaquiles – Chilaquile Sauce, Eggs, Avocado Puree, Cotija Cheese, Tortilla Chips, Roasted Corn, Cilantro, Crema

Self-promoted as “an urban oasis,” B Bistro + Bakery occupies a busy corner in downtown Miami, daily hours from 8:00am until 4:00pm suited to the business sector who are frequently found engaged in meetings on the outdoor patio over Coffee and plates from Chef Henry Hané.

Born in Peru, but with a lengthy resume including South America, Europe and Thailand, Hané’s menu features a global weight unlike many, a “Swag” Burger lined up next to Ceviche while Chilaquiles find themselves in competition with elegant Macarons and thick yet soft Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Not lacking in creativity or technique, a “Mixed Nuts Croissant” wrapping an open crumb around the flavors of Baklava, it is undoubtedly for the #gram that Charcoal infuses the layers piped full of thick Dulce de Leche, though the Viennoiserie nonetheless fares well.

Passing on Salads and Soups, each better suited for afternoon, entrees included proper Chilaquiles featuring crispy Chips and smoky Sauce while Hané’s Pastelito Pancakes take a different approach than Bachour in Coral Gables, winning in terms of taste but with a less fluffy texture.

www.bbistromiami.com

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December 27, 2020
6:35 PM
by: Uhockey

Garcia’s Seafood Grille & Fish Market, Miami FL

Garcia’s Seafood Grille & Fish Market

Garcia’s Famous Fish Dip

Conch Fritters

Grilled Grouper, Fries, White Rice

Grilled Shrimp, Scallops, Octopus, Calamari

Maduros, Tostones

Key Lime Pie

Coconut Flan

An embodiment of “The American Dream” since 1966, Garcia’s Seafood Grille & Fish Market remains ever-popular amidst a global pandemic, the brothers who fled Castro and Communism continuing to send their fleet out and present Miami with fresh Fish daily.

Begun as a market and wholesaler, but soon adding a Restaurant to scenic environs along the Miami River, it is with reservations that guests are offered a choice of indoor or outdoor seating, the latter an obvious choice for most as yachts drift by providing scenery along with a bevy of Birds.

Still family owned, the décor a collection of relics alongside aged photos, it was from laminated menus that three courses were selected, the sizable sample of Fish Dip creamy with a balance of Herbs while Conch Fritters unfortunately saw the Mollusk lost to oil and Peppers.

Debating a few daily specials from the blackboard, though many were already sold out in addition in to a handful of menu items, Grilled Grouper soon arrived alongside mixed Seafood, both priced appropriately and prepared well while sides such as fried Plantains attest to Garcia’s heritage.

Disappointed to learn Tres Leches was not available, a recurrent theme throughout South Florida, Dessert instead consisted of Flan infused by Coconut beneath toasty Caramel and Key Lime Pie that unfortunately lacked in terms of assertiveness.

www.garciasmiami.com

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December 27, 2020
3:45 PM
by: Uhockey

Night Owl Cookies, Miami FL

Night Owl Cookies

Cookie Shot – Chocolate Icing, Milk

Chocolate Chip Cookie

Cookies & Cream Cookie – Chocolates Chips, Oreos

Dirty Diana Cookie – Dark Chocolate Dough, Nutella Stuffing

Red Velvet Cookie – White Chocolate Chips, Cream Cheese Filling

S’mores Cookie – Dark Chocolate Dough, Milk Chocolate Chips, Graham Cracker Crumbs, Torched Marshmallows

Ave Maria Cookie – Guava Cookie Dough, White Chocolate Chips, Maria Cookie Crumbles, Guava Chunks, Cream Cheese Frosting Drizzle

Established as “Miami’s First Late Night Dessert Delivery Service” and now working out of a sprinkled storefront at 10534 SW 8th Street, Night Owl Cookies has received a fair share of accolades including the likes of Forbes and the LA Times as well as local networks and publications.

Working as takeout only mid-pandemic, the strip-mall location unlikely to be discovered by tourists, it was midday Monday that Night Owl was found entirely empty, a lone server fiddling with her smartphone while guests weighed their choices.

Owned by Andrew Gonzalez, whose clever marketing and fun flavors helped propel Night Owl to prominence, it was beginning with two Dominique Ansel-riffing “Cookie Shots” that sampling was underway, the lack of Milk not explained or noticed until after leaving which largely rendered the Chocolate-lined cylinders no different than an over-baked Chocolate Chip Cookie.

Ordering a half dozen for $2.75-$3.50 each, not a bad value considering heft and ingredient quality, the basic Chocolate Chip displays a crisp rim and soft center beset with Chocolate, while the Cookies and Cream adds crumbles Oreos to the top.

Using a Cocoa infused base for Dirty Diana and S’mores, the former stuffed with Nutella while the latter riffs smartly on a campfire Favorite, those seeking more innovative choices will find them in the brick-Red Velvet stuffed with sweetened Cream Cheese and the signature “Ave Maria” which elegantly combines Guava Chunks and Cheese with White Chocolate Chips and Maria Cookie Crumbles.

www.nightowlcookieco.com

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December 27, 2020
12:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Dos Croquetas, Miami FL

Dos Croquetas

Ham Croqueta – Ham, Cheese, Verde Sauce / 305 Croqueta – Cuban Picadillo, Sweet Plantains, Queso Blanco, Dale Guava Aioli / Mac + Cheese + Bacon Croqueta – Mac and Cheese, Bacon, Parmesan Panko, Dos Ranch Dressing / Medianoche Croqueta – Roast Pork, Ham, Swiss Cheese, Mustard, Pickles, Medianoche Breadcrumbs, Chili-Lime Crema / Mexican Street Corn Croqueta – Char-grilled Seasoned Corn, Cotija Cheese, Panko Breadcrumbs, Chili-Lime Crema / Guava Cinnamon Toast Crunch Croqueta – Cheesecake, Maria Cookies, Guava Chunks, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Crumble / Arroz con Leche Croqueta – Housemade Rice Pudding, Cinnamon Sugar Cereal Crumble / Oreo Croqueta – Cheesecake, Maria Cookies, Oreo Chunks, Crispy Cocoa Puffs Crumble

Established by Chef Vicky Carballo and nephew Alec Fernandez in 2016, it was three years later that Dos Croquetas found a brick and mortar home in Miami’s Westchester suburb, and since that time guests have packed 10505 SW 40th Street for creations both traditional and innovative.

Billed as Miami’s First “Croqueta Bar,” with Shakes, Sandwiches and Booze additionally highlighting the menu, it is embracing South Florida’s style and music that guests are invited to enjoy fresh, warm Fritters, the Ham and Cheese large with crispy breading gloriously creamy while the “305” packs ground Beef with Plantains and vibrant Peppers.

Frequently adding new items, Mexican Street Corn spot-on to the original inside a crispy orb served alongside spicy Lime Creama, Mac n’ Cheese with Bacon is more delicious than “authentic” while Medianoche riffs well on Cuba’s sweet Bread Sandwich.

Skipping Shakes in favor of sweet Croquetas, Oreo unfortunately falling short of expectations as a result of overwhelming greasiness, better options include Arroz Con Leche and “Guava Cinnamon Toast Crunch” that marries chunks of Fruit paste to Cream Cheese, Cereal and Maria Cookies.

www.doscroquetas.com

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December 27, 2020
11:00 AM
by: Uhockey

Frankie’s Pizza, Miami FL

Frankie’s Pizza

Small Tomato & Cheese Pizza

Garlic Rolls

Billed as the “World’s Finest Italian Pizza”, Frankie’s has been serving freshly baked Pizza to thousands of loyal customers for 65 years, and although everything about that quote is PR-style hyperbole one would be hard pressed to name a better slice for just $1.80.

A staple of Bird Road since 1955, availability via Goldbelly and customers from Jacksonville ordering half-baked Pie for home attesting to Frankie’s fan-base, it is amidst pandemic precautions that ordering and dining occur outdoors, a makeshift tent mostly disorganized but inevitably enough to get the job done.

Not a jack-of-all-trades eatery, the concise menu featuring Pizza, Garlic Rolls, Water and Soda, it was after twenty minutes wait that six slices and a bag were presented, the absence of requested (and paid for) Pepperoni ignored to avoid another lengthy wait for squares that are crisp and light, though the Cheese and Sauce are fairly basic while bite-sized Knots are soft with no lack of Garlic.

www.frankiespizzaonline.com

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December 27, 2020
8:35 AM
by: Uhockey

Tinta y Café, Coral Gables FL

Tinta y Café

Beef and Potatoes Empanada

Ham and Cheese Croquetta

Guava Cheese Pastelito

Patria Sandwich – Ham, Pork, Mortadella, Swiss Cheese, Pickles, Mustard, Cuban Bread

Entirely unassuming at 1315 Ponce de Leon, Tinta y Café has been serving South Florida for over a decade, their extensive list of Sandwiches and Cuban snacks complimenting Coffee amidst artistic environs.

In many ways the antithesis of Versailles or much of Little Havana, a Coral Gables address and counterculture aesthetic drawing a largely local crowd, it was from an outside window that four items were requested, staff’s impatience not only visible but audibly stated from a woman to her colleague as the menu was perused.

Low priced and quick service, money exchanged and dining outdoors within ten minutes, Tinta y Café’s Croquetta are well-regarded for good reason, the blend of Meat and Cheese creamy inside golden Breading while the Pastry surrounding both Empanadas and Pastelito are par for the course.

Not rooted in traditional nomenclature or “authenticity,” everything from Nutella to Prosciutto available between pressed slices of Bread, those seeking the closest approximation to a proper Cubano will find such labeled “Patria Sandwich,” the addition of Mortadella to the mix adding an extra layer of flavor while Mustard and Pickles were light and complimentary without being overwhelming.

www.tintaycafe.co

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December 27, 2020
8:00 AM
by: Uhockey

Bachour, Coral Gables FL

Bachour Coral Gables

Pecan Croissant

Red Velvet Croissant

Strawberry Mascarpone Cheesecake Croissant

Pistachio Croissant

Ham and Cheese Croissant

Guava and Cheese Pancakes – Guava Jelly, Poached Guava, Cream Cheese Mousse, Maple Syrup

A native of Puerto Rico, with training begun early in a family Bakery before moving to Miami in 2001, Antonio Bachour has long been considered one of America’s best Pastry Chefs, and since early 2019 his finest works have been on display daily from an eponymous Coral Gables Restaurant.

Located beyond flowered doors at 2020 Salzedo Street, years at Talula and Scarpetta along with time at L’ Ecole Valrhona enhancing an already considerable skill-set, it is amidst pandemic precautions that guest are offered a choice of indoor or outside seating, the latter comfortable even in December while the inside features a jewel box kitchen behind gleaming Entremets.

A winner of numerous awards and accolades during his time at Bal Harbour St. Regis, and the publisher of four cookbooks to-date, Bachour’s Desserts are self described as “hyper-creative” and thus command a premium, though in comparison to the rest of Miami’s dining scene the $22 five-piece Pastry Basket and $13 Pancakes are a veritable bargain.

Likely most famous for Viennoiserie, Bachour’s brightly colored layers of lamination frequently featured on Social Media, it was while sipping Beverages that four sweets and one savory were presented, the Ham and Cheese Croissant surprisingly maintaining its internal honeycomb despite the additions while Pecan drizzled with Frosting tasted buttery like a Morning Bun but with a flaky texture.

Passing on BonBons and Petits Gateaux, though all would warrant a look on return visits, it was wrapped around light Cream that Pistachio and Red Velvet each made a positive impression, though neither of these nor the souffled Guava and Cheese Pancakes could trump the Strawberry Mascarpone Cheesecake Croissant that was nothing short of splendid.

www.antoniobachour.com/restaurant-antonio-bachour

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December 26, 2020
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Ghee Downtown Dadeland, Kendall FL

Ghee Downtown Dadeland

Lavender Lemon Spritz – Lavender, Lemon, Cava

Papadum – Vegetable Pickle

Short Rib Dosa – Fermented Rice Crepe, Short Rib, Coconut Chutney, Sambar

Yellowfin Tuna Bhel – Puffed Rice, Avocado Cilantro Dressing, Charred Vegetables, Sev, Fresh Tuna Marinated with Kashmiri Chili

Chutney Platter – Cilantro Chutney, Tamarind Chutney, Apple Chutney, Spicy Greene Chili Pickle, Raita, Vegetable Pickle

Backyard Pakora – Taro Leaf, Calabaza, Onion, Chickpea Batter, Tamarind Date Chutney

Crispy Cauliflower – Cauliflower, Mushrooms, Herbs, Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Charred Corn – Grilled Corn, Smoked Paneer, Spices, Cilantro Cream

Turmeric Marinated Grouper – Coconut Curry Broth, Curry Leaves, Vegetables, Basmati Rice

Steamed Green Millet – Roasted Sorghum Grains, Yogurt, Cilantro

Grain Naan – Pumpkin Seeds, Wheat, Flax Seeds, Sunflower Seeds, Ghee

Sticky Date Cake – Ginger Ice Cream, Toffee Sauce

A replacement for Pubbelly Sushi in 2017, Ghee at downtown Dadeland is Chef Niven Patel’s original South Florida venture, and with the Design District location closed amidst COVID-19 precautions the upscale outdoor mall is currently thriving as the best place to find Miami’s most innovative Indian cuisine.

Raised by traditional Indian parents in the US south, and later honing his skills as Chef de Cuisine at Michael’s Genuine, it is immediately upon entry that bright aromatics flood the nares, a quick temperature check followed by rehearsed introduction to Patel’s careful blending of seasonal ingredients from his own farm into bold dishes that are familiar yet entirely unique.

Distinctively Indian in design, spices lining the wall adjacent an open kitchen, it was along with two adults and a teen that eleven plates were ordered, the first round including Papadum and a Dosa filled with Shortrib immediately showcasing subtlety rarely associated with Indian Food while Yellowfin Tuna Ceviche found itself beautifully complimented by Puffed Rice, Sev and vibrant Dressing.

Not a place to waste space on Tikka Masala, though the dish was pushed by service, another round of dishes began with six housemade Condiments, the Apple and Tamarind Chutneys shining despite doughy Naan (ordered separate,) while fried Cauliflower and Pakora were both surprisingly light and packed with complex flavor to match their delightful textures.

At this point receiving the first of two mistaken plates, a situation remedied without delay, Grouper in Coconut Curry unfortunately found the Fish significantly overcooked despite its delectable Broth, both Corn prepared somewhat akin Elotes and toothsome Millet faring better while Sticky Date Cake was better for the Ice Cream than Cake which would have benefitted from more moisture.

www.gheemiami.com

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December 26, 2020
12:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Azucar Ice Cream (Little Havana,) Miami FL

Azucar Ice Cream

Samples – Bourbon Buns, Caramel Flan, Café con Leche

Abuela Maria – Guava Chunks, Cream Cheese, Maria Cookies

A part of Little Havana since the Summer of 2011, Azucar Ice Cream promises guests an experience built upon diverse cultures and natural Ingredients, expansion to Dadeland as well as Dallas seeing the brand thriving thanks to both its quality and customer service.

Owned by Suzy Battle, memories of her Abuela’s recipes igniting a passion for things such as Guava, Plantains and Mamey, it is inside the colorful shop that guests will find a rotating variety of flavors, staples such as Cuban Coffee and Caramel Flan always available while “Bourbon Buns” with whole chunks of Cinnamon Rolls from Knaus Berry Farm are a lucky find.

Still featuring long lines amidst COVID-19 precautions, though PPE is required to enter and donned by all staff, it was after a few tastes that “Abuela Maria” was loaded into a freshly made Waffle Cone, the creaminess suggesting a high Milk Fat base punctuated by chunks of Guava, crumbled Cookies and swirls of Cream Cheese.

www.azucaricecream.com

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December 26, 2020
11:20 AM
by: Uhockey

Old’s Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina, Miami FL

Old’s Havana

Mango-Jito

Complimentary Bread – Butter

Vitrola – Codfish Croquettes, Stuffed Potato Ball, Picadillo, Yuca Frita, Pork Chunks, Mojo, Empanadas de Picadillo a la Habanera, Tamal en Hoja, Mariquitas de Platano

Cubano Sandwich – Ham, Sliced Roasted Pork, Swiss Cheese, Pickles, Mustard, Pressed Cuban Bread

White Rice, Tostones

Camarones al Ajillo – Fried Shrimp, Garlic, Olive Oil, White Wine, Parsley

Café Cubano

Torrejas

Home to the largest Cuban population outside of Cuba, no trip to Miami is complete without a trip to Little Havana, the smell of Roast Pork or Garlic present on every corner with a concentration around Calle Ocho, and particularly Old’s Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina.

Located adjacent “Parque del Domino” since 2016, but harkening 1950’s Cuba via old photos and vintage signage, it is after warm greetings from the hostess stand that guests are led into a bustling space, it’s outdoor patio loaded with tourists while live music entertains regulars at the bar and tables inside.

Currently open 11a-11p daily, social distancing largely ignored but all staff donning PPE, it was from a high-top that Drinks were ordered to pair with complimentary Bread service, thin Crackers with Butter better than expected while the Mango Mojito was Fruit-forward and not overpowered by Mint.

Promising “Abuela’s cooking,” and checking off many traditional favorites plus more esoteric options across a sizable menu, savvy diners are encouraged to begin with Old’s “Vitrola,” a sampler of Baccala Fritters, fried Potatoes stuffed with Meat plus Yuca Frita, Pork Chunks, Empanadas, Plantains, a Tamale and Sauce.

Still an energetic space in the era of COVID-19, certainly the most busy across twenty-five eateries in the State of Florida to end 2020, it was following the last bite of creamy Fried Fish that Garlic Shrimp, Tostones and a sizable Cubano were delivered, the latter an exemplary version of the classic that is best shared to save room for cold and Cinnamon-rich Torrejas alongside strong Coffee.

www.oldshavana.com

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December 26, 2020
10:20 AM
by: Uhockey

Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop (Wynwood,) Miami FL

Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop

Carrot Cake

Key Lime Pie

Salty Monkey Pie

Magic Bar

Guava White Chocolate Cookie

Owned by former firefighter and football player Derek Kaplan, Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop has been serving Miami since 2014, the tiny Wynwood storefront offering some three-dozen Pies, Cakes and Confections made from entirely locally-sourced natural Ingredients.

Easily missed on the colorful block of North Miami Avenue, a commissary kitchen now complimenting on-site baking across multiple locations, it was shortly after 10:00am that shelves were found packed, an overwhelming number of choices eventually yielding five clamshells intended to explore a diversity of styles.

Never offering on-site dining, but all staff donning PPE and a friendly demeanor, it was at a nearby park that first bites were taken of Derek’s Carrot Cake, it’s aromatics bright to balance Cream Cheese Frosting while Key Lime Pie with a big Dollop of Whipped Cream was tart and smooth atop a crumbly Graham Cracker Crust.

Next delving into a Magic Bar, easily 8oz of Butterscotch and Chocolate amidst a Condensed Milk matrix with Pecans plus Coconut, the complexity continued via Banana-Peanut Butter Custard beneath Fudge and Pretzels before culminating in a chewy Guava White Chocolate Cookie that features big chunks of Fruit and plenty of sweetness.

www.firemandereks.com

December 26, 2020
10:00 AM
by: Uhockey

The Salty Donut Wynwood, Miami FL

The Salty Donut

Brown Butter + Salt Donut – Vanilla Bean Cake Donut, Brown Butter Glaze, Maldon Sea Salt

White Chocolate Tres Leches Donut – 24hr Brioche, Rum-Infused Three Milks, White Chocolate Bottom, Torched Meringue

Maple + Bacon Donut – 24hr Brioche, Pure Maple Syrup Glaze, Candied Proper Sausage Bacon, J.Wakefield Porter Reduction

Pistachio Cannoli Donut – 24hr Brioche, Pistachio and Mascarpone Whip, Pistachio Cookie Crumbs, Powdered Sugar

Guava + Cheese Donut – 24hr Brioche, Swirled Guava-Cream Cheese Filling, Cream Cheese Glaze, Homemade Pastelito Puff Pastry Streusel

Vegan Oreo + Almond Cookie Butter Donut – Vegan “Brioche,” Oreo Cookie + Almond Cookie Butter Filling, Cocoa Glaze, Toasted Almonds, Oreo Cookie Crumbs, Chocolate Almond Bark

Founded by Andy Rodriguez & Amanda Pizarro out of an Aljoa camper in 2015, The Salty Donut is considered by many to be Miami’s best Donut Shop, recent expansion to Orlando seeing the duo’s 24 Hour Brioche and unique toppings add another chapter to its story built on 100% scratch production and only natural ingredients.

Part of trendy Wynwood ever since turning brick & mortar, the narrow storefront at 50 NW 23rd Street currently take-out only, it was via online pre-order that six Donuts were secured the day after Christmas, service anything but “merry” from a young man whose disdain for work was visible even beneath a facemask.

Undeterred by the frosty interaction, instead excited to unbox and share a $25.52 load, Breakfast began with “Brown Butter + Salt,” the day’s only Cake round toothsome yet light with bright Vanilla notes while “White Chocolate Tres Leches” pulled off an impressive feat by protecting the bottom from sog while leavened Brioche was complex and moist.

Rarely ordering Maple Bacon after hundreds of previous tastes, though The Salty’s version outpaces most thanks to bitter-sweet balance from Imperial Porter, suffice it to say that Rodriguez and Pizarro’s “Cannoli” is as stylish as it is delicious while the “Vegan Brioche” piped with Cookie Butter was virtually indistinguishable from the version housing Guava Cream Cheese beneath bits of Streusel fabricated from Puff Pastry.

www.saltydonut.com

Posted in Breakfast, Dessert, Florida, Food, Miami, Pork, The Salty Donut, The Salty Donut Miami, The Salty Donut Wynwood, Vacation Tagged 100% Maple Syrup, 100% Pure Maple Syrup, 24hr Brioche, 24hr Brioche Donut, 24hr Brioche Donuts, 24hr Brioche Doughnut, 24hr Brioche Doughnuts, 3 Milks, Almond, Almond Cookie Butter Filling, Almonds, Amanda Pizarro, Andy Rodriguez, Bacon, Bark, Bean, Beans, Beer, Bread, Brioche, Brioche Bread, Brioche Donut, Brioche Donuts, Brioche Doughnut, Brioche Doughnuts, Brown Butter, Brown Butter + Salt Donut, Brown Butter + Salt Doughnut, Brown Butter Glaze, Butter, Cake, Cake Donut, Cake Donuts, Cake Doughnut, Cake Doughnuts, Cakes, Candied Proper Sausage Bacon, Cannoli, Cannoli Donut, Cannoli Doughnut, Cannolis, Cheese, Chocolate, Chocolate Almond Bark, Chocolate Bark, Cinnamon, Cocoa, Cocoa Glaze, Confectioner's Sugar, Cookie, Cookie Butter, Cookie Butter Filling, Cookies, Cream, Cream Cheese, Cream Cheese Filling, Cream Cheese Glaze, Crumb, Crumbs, Dark Chocolate, Dessert, Desserts, Donut, Donuts, Doughnut, Doughnuts, endoedibles, Filling, FL, Florida, Food, Foodie, Frosting, Glaze, Guava, Guava + Cheese Donut, Guava + Cheese Doughnut, Guava Cheese, Guava-Cream Cheese Filling, Homemade Pastelito Puff Pastry Streusel, Icing, Imperial Porter, J.Wakefield, J.Wakefield Porter, J.Wakefield Porter Reduction, Maldon Sea Salt, Maple, Maple Bacon Donut, Maple Bacon Doughnut, Maple Syrup, Mascarpone, Mascarpone Cheese, Mascarpone Whip, Meringue, Miami, Michael Uzmann, Milk, Oreo, Oreo + Almond Cookie Butter Donut, Oreo + Almond Cookie Butter Doughnut, Oreo Cookie, Oreo Cookie Crumb, Oreo Cookie Crumbs, Oreo Cookie Filling, Oreo Cookies, Oreo Filling, Oreos, Pastelito, Pastelito Streusel, Pastries, Pastry, Pig, Pistachio, Pistachio and Mascarpone Whip, Pistachio Cannoli Donut, Pistachio Cannoli Doughnut, Pistachio Cookie, Pistachio Cookie Crumb, Pistachio Cookie Crumbs, Pistachio Cookies, Pistachios, Pork, Porter, Powdered Sugar, Proper Sausage, Proper Sausage Bacon, Puff Pastry, Puff Pastry Streusel, Pure Maple Syrup, Pure Maple Syrup Glaze, Reduction, Rum, Rum-Infused Three Milks, Salt, Sausage, Sea Salt, Streusel, Sugar, Swirled Guava-Cream Cheese Filling, Syrup, The Salty Donut, The Salty Donut Miami, The Salty Donut Wynwood, Three Milks, Toasted Almond, Toasted Almonds, Torched Meringue, Travel, Tres Leches, Tres Leches Cake, Tres Leches Donut, Tres Leches Doughnut, Vacation, Vanilla, Vanilla Bean, Vanilla Bean Cake Donut, Vanilla Bean Cake Doughnut, Vanilla Beans, Vegan, Vegan Oreo + Almond Cookie Butter Donut, Vegan Oreo + Almond Cookie Butter Doughnut, Vegan “Brioche, Whip Cream, Whipped Cream, White Chocolate, White Chocolate Bottom, White Chocolate Tres Leches Donut, White Chocolate Tres Leches Doughnut, Wynwood, ” Oreo Cookie + Almond Cookie Butter Filling

December 24, 2020
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Christmas 2020, Las Vegas NV

Christmas 2020

Lamarca Prosecco

Johnny C’s Diner – Desert Bloom Farms Greens, Red Wine Onions, Pomegranates, Pumpkin Seeds, Roquefort Fondue, Brown Butter Croutons, Cara Cara Orange Vinaigrette

Johnny C’s Diner – Red Wine Braised Short Ribs, Carrots, Onions, Natural Jus

Johnny C’s Diner – Green Beans Almondine

Johnny C’s Diner – Roasted Thom Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Giblet Gravy, Truffle Bread Pudding, Brussels Sprouts

Johnny C’s Diner – Sliced Yule Log, Red Velvet Sponge Cake, Vanilla Butter Cream, Raspberry Coulis

da Gemi – Italian Cookies

The Coffee Class – Gluten Free Vegan Pumpkin Pie PopTart

The Coffee Class – Salty Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookie, Ginger Orange Cookie, White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookie, Gluten Free Pecan Cranberry White Chocolate Cookie

The Coffee Class – Housemade Biscuit

Housemade Cookies, Buckeyes, Walnut Roll, Apricot Roll, Fudge

Spiced Nuts, Housemade Chocolates and Candies

Posted in Bread Basket, Bread Pudding, Catering, da Gemi, Dessert, Food, Johnny C’s, Johnny C’s Diner, Johnny C’s Diner Catering, Las Vegas, Nevada, The Coffee Class, Truffle, Truffles Tagged 25 year Balsamic Vinegar, Almond, Almonds, Apricot, Apricot Roll, Apricots, Bean, Beans, Beef, Beef Rib, Beef Ribs, Beth Ryan-Small, Biscuit, Biscuits, Braised Short Rib, Braised Short Ribs, Bread, Bread Pudding, Breast, Breasts, Brown Butter, Brown Butter Crouton, Brown Butter Croutons, Brussels Sprout, Brussels Sprouts, Buckeye, Buckeyes, Butter, Butter Cream, Buttermilk, Buttermilk Biscuit, Buttermilk Biscuits, Butterscotch, Cake, Cakes, Candy, Cara Cara Orange, Cara Cara Orange Vinaigrette, Cara Cara Oranges, Caramel, Carrot, Carrots, Cashew, Cashews, Cheese, Chip, Chips, Chocolate, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Chocolate Chips, Chocolate Fudge, Cinnamon, Cocoa, Cookie, Cookies, Coulis, Cow, Cows, Cranberries, Cranberry, Cream, Cream Cheese, Cream Cheese Cookie, Cream Cheese Cookies, Crouton, Croutons, da Gemi, Dark Chocolate, Desert Bloom, Desert Bloom Eco Farm, Desert Bloom Eco Farms, Desert Bloom Farms, Desert Bloom Farms Greens, Dessert, Desserts, endoedibles, Fig, Figs, Fondue, Food, Foodie, Frosting, Fudge, Giblet, Giblet Gravy, Giblets, Ginger, Ginger Orange Cookie, Ginger Orange Cookies, Gluten, Gluten Free, Gluten Free Pecan Cranberry White Chocolate Cookie, Gluten Free Pecan Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies, Gluten Free Vegan Pumpkin Pie Pop Tart, Gluten Free Vegan Pumpkin Pie PopTart, Gravy, Green Bean, Green Beans, Green Beans Almondine, Greens, Housemade Biscuit, Housemade Biscuits, Housemade Cookie, Housemade Cookies, Icing, Italian Cookie, Italian Cookies, Joe Muscaglione, John Church, Johnny Church, Johnny C’s, Johnny C’s Diner, Johnny C’s Diner Catering, Jus, Kyle Cunningham, Lamarca, Lamarca Prosecco, Las Vegas, LV, Macadamia Nut, Macadamia Nuts, Mashed Potato, Mashed Potatoes, Michael Uzmann, Mint, Mints, Natural Jus, Nevada, Nut, Nuts, NV, Onion, Onions, Orange, Orange Vinaigrette, Oranges, Pastries, Pastry, Peanut, Peanut Butter, Peanuts, Pecan, Pecan Cranberry White Chocolate Cookie, Pecan Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies, Pecans, Pepita, Pepitas, Pie, Pies, Pistachio, Pistachios, Pomegranate, Pomegranate Aril, Pomegranate Arils, Pomegranates, Pop-Tart, Poptart, Potato, Potatoes, Prosecco, Pudding, Pumpkin, Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin Pie Pop Tart, Pumpkin Pie PopTart, Pumpkin Seed, Pumpkin Seeds, Pumpkins, Raspberries, Raspberry, Raspberry Coulis, Red Velvet, Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet Sponge Cake, Red Wine, Red Wine Braised Short Rib, Red Wine Braised Short Ribs, Red Wine Onion, Red Wine Onions, Rib, Ribs, Roasted Thom Turkey, Roasted Turkey, Roll, Roll Cake, Rolls, Roquefort, Roquefort Cheese, Roquefort Fondue, Salt, Salty Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookie, Salty Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies, Sam Brooks, Sauce, Scott Carson, Seed, Seeds, Short Rib, Short Ribs, Sin City, Sliced Yule Log, Spiced Nut, Spiced Nuts, Sponge Cake, Sprinkle, Sprinkles, Sprout, sprouts, Sugar, The Coffee Class, Thom Turkey, Tomato, Tomatoes, Truffle, Truffle Bread Pudding, Truffles, Turkey, Turkey Breast, Turkey Breasts, Turkeys, Vanilla, Vanilla Butter Cream, Vanilla Butter Cream Frosting, Vanilla Butter Cream Icing, Vegan, Vegas, Vinaigrette, Walnut, Walnut Roll, Walnuts, White Chocolate, White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookie, White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies, Wine, Yule Log

December 21, 2020
11:25 AM
by: Uhockey

Metro Pizza Catering [8,] Las Vegas NV

Metro Pizza

Chopped Italian Salad with Ranch Dressing and Italian Dressing

Pepperoni Pizza – Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato Sauce, Pepperoni

Milano Pizza – Garlic Cream Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Ricotta Cheese, Garlic, Artichokes

Zamboni Pizza – Sausage, Old School Pepperoni, Roasted Red Peppers, Mike’s Hot Honey, Mozzarella Cheese

Triple Play – Thin Crust, Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce, Triple-Portion Chicago Sausage

86th Street Square Pie – Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato Sauce, Romano Cheese, Olive Oil, Old School Pepperoni

Brooklyn Jr – Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato Sauce, Romano Cheese, Olive Oil, Mushrooms

Meatball Sliders – Melted Provolone, Fresh-Baked Garlic Knots

Chicken Parmigiana – Breaded Chicken Breast, Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese

Mini Cannoli – Ricotta, Confectioner’s Sugar, Chocolate Chips

Four High Carrot Cake – Raisins, Walnuts, Cream Cheese Icing

Serving Las Vegas for over forty years one might well assume Metro Pizza has the delivery game down to a science, and even amidst the COVID-19 pandemic John Arena and Sam Facchini’s Pizzeria remains irreproachable in terms of customer service.

Featuring locations North, South, East and West, with another soon to come at the Convention Center, it was minutes prior to 11:30am that delivery arrived porting Food, utensils, plates and condiments, each carefully packaged such that Salad and Desserts were chilled with everything else piping-hot.

Suitable for almost any budget, though late-2019 changes have created a more concise menu, it was focused on old favorites plus one un-tasted option that six Pies plus Knots, Salad and Dessert were received for under $15 per guest, the all-inclusive cost predictably yielding enough for all plus an assortment of leftovers.

Now the fifteenth time delivering to this office, in addition to a dozen or more visits to locations on Decatur, Horizon Ridge or Sky Pointe, it was beginning with Salad that many once again praised Metro’s duo of housemade Dressings, though those more concerned with eating while Food was still temperature appropriate predictably went straight for familiar Pepperoni or the “Zamboni” Pizza complete with two Meats, Roasted Peppers and a generous drizzle of Mike’s Hot Honey.

Moving next to Meatballs, the combination of Pork and Beef with almost no binder sandwiched between fresh-baked Garlic Buns, several staff took a chance on Metro’s “Milano” with added Artichokes, and the “Triple Play” beneath a mountain of Sausage stood no chance as crispy rectangular Slices were quickly devoured.

Not about to pass by 86th Street, the cold-fermented Sicilian remaining defiantly light despite its thickness even after traveling ten miles, the offering of “Brooklyn Jr.” allowed those who inexplicably “don’t like” Pepperoni to try America’s best Sicilian with Mushrooms while Chicken Cutlets topped in Mozzarella and Marinara is a simple but enjoyable Italian-American classic.

Finishing with Metro Pizza’s Dessert platter, two-dozen filled-to-order Cannoli outlasting more familiar Carrot Cake, suffice it to say that Metro remains Las Vegas’ best Pizzeria entering 2021, and despite mounting competition the gap only seems to be widening.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone there is a reason John and Sam have been successfully serving Las Vegas for so long, a good part of it skill and doing things the right way, but also by focusing on the customer to deliver on their promises no matter how big or small the budget.

RECOMMENDED: 86th Street Square Pie, Meatball Sliders, Zamboni, Milano, Chopped Salad, Cannoli.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Catering Menu Available here – www.metropizza.com/catering/ and contact metro_catering@embarqmail.com or 702-256-3719 to order.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.metropizza.com

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