Breakfast at the News Cafe

by on September 30, 2011 in Culture Thru Cuisine

Breakfast at the News Cafe

Better breakfast options exist on Ocean Drive when searching solely on food. But people flock to the iconic News Cafe in South Beach for good reason. It’s an institution. And you don’t see the Miami Herald or the NY Times at too many tables, the news shared here is not in the paper. This is […]

The Tropical Garden Brunch Adventure

by on September 29, 2011 in Adventure Mindset, Culture Thru Cuisine

The Tropical Garden Brunch Adventure

Sometimes the setting makes the meal. Sometimes, it’s the views, and other times it’s the mission of a place that can make every bite taste a tad better. At the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, an exquisite brunch with an outside garden view made for a perfect Easter Sunday meal. Sunday brunch, buffet style, included unlimited […]

Tasting the Good Life in South Beach – Vita by Baoli

by on September 28, 2011 in Culture Thru Cuisine

Tasting the Good Life in South Beach – Vita by Baoli

I firmly believe we all need to treat ourselves. We must take time to enjoy life’s many pleasures. For many, including myself, that occasionally translates into tasting great cuisine. Simply, food is more than subsistence. Good food makes a good day and great food makes for a great day. And when you travel to South […]

Miami’s Downtown Delight – Bin18

by on September 27, 2011 in Culture Thru Cuisine

Miami’s Downtown Delight – Bin18

A few years ago, I searched for a place to spend time in downtown Miami.  I figured I’d write, entertain a bite to eat and perhaps a cocktail; I held low expectations. But, I stumbled on a place I’d return to week after week and then again the following year.  I discovered the downtown delight […]

Cuban Cuisine at Havana Harry’s

by on September 19, 2011 in Culture Thru Cuisine

Cuban Cuisine at Havana Harry’s

When asked to name the most popular ethnic cuisine in Miami most people think Cuban. And those that provide a different answer probably don’t even consider Cuban ethnic but rather native cuisine. During my time in Kendall, Miami I met many Cuban-Americans. Some even told me stories of how their family left a Castro controlled […]

Sunset Sunday – Nichupte Lagoon, Cancun, Mexico

by on September 18, 2011 in Guest Post, Mexico Travel, Sunset Sunday

Sunset Sunday – Nichupte Lagoon, Cancun, Mexico

Cancun is famous for its resorts, beaches and fiestas but it doesn’t often conjure images of beautiful sunsets. Arianna, a fan of sunsets herself, told me they are beautiful, but you need to look beyond the beach. I met Arianna through twitter and asked her if she would share what beauty she discovered. She selected […]

The Mexican Tequila Bandera – A Patriot’s Drink on Independence Day

by on September 15, 2011 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Mexico Travel

The Mexican Tequila Bandera – A Patriot’s Drink on Independence Day

No, actually, ‘Cinco de Mayo’ (May 5th) is not Mexican Independence Day, the celebration begins at 11pm on each and every September 15th. The reenactment of the cry (or scream) for independence, “El Grito,” takes places in most every Mexican village, town, and city. It’s a fiesta too. The Mexicans are patriotic. Actually, in all […]

My 9/11 Memorial Cobblestone

by on September 8, 2011 in Reflection

My 9/11 Memorial Cobblestone

One Tuesday morning a city, a nation, and the world changed. September 11th changed everything. We all have our story. I worked downtown and walked home completely covered in ash. The day found me frightened, sad, and disillusioned. Over time those feelings changed and so did my life, but that day is one I can […]

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