Food Talk; The Dead Rabbit Takes Over Patpong

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS - Short Order reports that six Miami restaurants were closed last week for health violations including Hong Kong Noodles in North Miami Beach and Hitching Post BBQ in Hialeah. Roaches, rodents and the likes - delicious. [SO]

SOUTH BEACH - If you don't want to break the bank, but still want to see some of the world's hottest chefs/food personalities while they're here for South Beach Wine & Food Festival, Food Talk is probably a great option. On Friday, February 21, Geoffrey Zakarian is hosting the show with Martha Stewart, Anne Burrell, Katie Lee, Andrew Zimmern, Marc Murphy, Daniel Boulud, Michael White and Danny Meyer. Be poolside at the James Royal Palm Hotel from 3 to 5 p.m. [EaterWire]

MIAMI BEACH - The Dead Rabbit is popping up at Patpong Road for two nights and two nights only. Jack McGarry and Sean Muldoon's raved about New York bar is taking over February 21 and 22 beginning at 8 p.m. [EaterWire]