Irene Moore

1 week ago | biscaynetimes.com | Irene Moore

The Biltmore Hotel’s afternoon tea service is one of the longest-running and remaining tea experiences in South Florida. Afternoon tea is especially associated with Mother's Day, because it offers a refined shared experience in a relaxed environment for mothers and daughters of all ages to bond over. It is not uncommon to see multi-generations of women enjoying afternoon tea together. The Biltmore has been offering afternoon tea since 1997 with the only pause occurring because of the pandemic.

1 week ago | biscaynetimes.com | Irene Moore

In May we celebrate the approaching summer; Cinco de Mayo, the day of the victory of the Mexican army over the French army in 1862; and Mother’s Day. Be sure to plan something to show you cherish Mom. And we also celebrate the return of two beloved restaurants in Coral Gables. If you're looking for a special restaurant to celebrate Mother's Day, The Garden at Bouchon Bistro Miami, (305-990-1360) 2101 Galiano St. Coral Gables, is the perfect place.

1 month ago | biscaynetimes.com | Irene Moore

Olivia Ostrow, one of Miami's most renowned French chefs, has created Miami’s first Kosher French restaurant, Ostrow Brasserie (786-238-7452) at 4850 NW 2nd Ave., Miami, in the up-and-coming Beuna Vista area. Ostrow is on a mission: she aspires to being the first chef to earn a Michelin star for kosher cuisine.

2 months ago | biscaynetimes.com | Irene Moore

The Cuban Sandwich, Miami's most iconic sandwich, is made with ham, roast pork, pickles, mustard, sometimes mayo, and Swiss cheese, on a split Cuban bread roll, hot-pressed, and often cut into two triangular slices. The story is that the sandwich originated in Florida. Tampa and Miami, cities with sizable Cuban populations, disagree about which city originated the Cuban sandwich.

Feb 3, 2025 | biscaynetimes.com | Irene Moore

From Feb. 20-23, say cheers to the South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SoBeWFF), Miami's annual four-day star-studded bash celebrating wine and food. The festival features more than 100 events, showcasing the talents of more than 500 of the world’s most renowned wine and spirits producers, celebrity chefs, and culinary personalities. Here are some highlights of the food events featuring our top local chefs and restaurants who will be preparing amazing meals alongside celeb guest chefs.