Eater Miami - The Ultimate Guide to Takeout and Delivery in South FloridaThe Miami Restaurant, Bar, and Nightlife Bloghttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/52682/favicon-32x32.png2023-09-12T11:00:00-04:00http://miami.eater.com/rss/stream/209753292023-09-12T11:00:00-04:002023-09-12T11:00:00-04:0011 Great Dessert Destinations in Miami
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<p>Get that sugar fix at these spots</p> <p id="T9OCbH">Miami's dessert scene is influenced by Caribbean, Latin American, and European flavors and offers diverse bakery options. From Cuban ice cream infused with guava to South American panaderias and classic European treats, the city caters to a wide array of varied tastes. Whether seeking vegan, gluten-free, or organic selections, Miami has a spot for every dessert type of dessert seeker. Below, find the top dessert destinations in Miami.</p>
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https://miami.eater.com/maps/best-desserts-miami-map-guideOlee FowlerAmber Love Bond2020-10-26T08:30:00-04:002020-10-26T08:30:00-04:00Weekly Dining-at-Home Recs: Les Dames d’Escoffier’s French Feast, and More
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<p>Takeout recs, virtual wine tastings, meal kits to try, and other local dining-at-home intel from Eater Miami</p> <p id="U6vLoH">South Florida’s safer-at-home order has officially lifted. And while it’s now ok to dine at restaurants — utilizing ‘new normal’ guidelines — many restaurants around town have pivoted to <a href="https://miami.eater.com/2020/4/7/21211288/best-takeout-guide-map-miami-2020-coronavirus-covid19">takeout and delivery</a> as well to accommodate those who rather dine at home.</p>
<p id="O1eWS5">This running guide is meant for meals at-home that keep social distancing in mind. These guides go live on Mondays and includes suggestions and new discoveries from Eater Miami’s editor and contributors ranging from top takeout spots from local restaurants, the best beer and wine to purchase, meal kits to try, videos to watch from local chefs and bartenders, fundraisers, complimentary meals for out-of-work hospitality industry workers, and more. </p>
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<h2 id="a13qo6">October 26</h2>
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<h5 id="cV9yjg">Cook like a chef — at home</h5>
<p id="fU5Sc4">For those dreaming of whipping up some of their favorites from Caja Caliente? Well now anyone can, as its head chef and owner, Monica “Mika” Leon, launches her brand new self-titled cooking website today. The site debuts with 23 recipes like vegan picadillo, healthy pumpkin muffins, curry chicken salad, flourless chocolate cake, and more, with plans to debut 12 new recipes each month. Find them <a href="https://www.mikaleon.com">here</a>. </p>
<h5 id="82fTwn">Halloween treats to-go</h5>
<p id="yX2d93">While trick-or-treating might be out of the question this year, plenty of Miami eateries are still getting into the holiday spirit. Grab a festive ice cream paleta from with a complimentary orange-colored white chocolate dipping from October 26 to November 2, and even a free paleta when two are purchased over the weekend at all locations. For the pumpkin lovers, <a href="https://www.firemandereks.com">Fireman Derek’s</a> has added pumpkin pie, pumpkin cheesecake, and a pumpkin pie seasonal ice cream on the menu for the rest of the month for those looking to get their pumpkin fix.</p>
<h5 id="SX85NN">Travel to France for the night.... well, sort of</h5>
<p id="b9RaIm">On October 28, four French restaurants in South Florida are offering special prix fixe celebration menus and a Zoom dinner party with culinary organization <a href="https://ciicnews.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fa75dfc9c7912a8cde9a23718&id=47939ce2d5&e=2cc3c26614">Les Dames d’Escoffier</a>’s South Florida chapter, in honor of the birthday of their namesake, Auguste Escoffier. Escoffier who was a chef, restaurateur and culinary writer, is widely described as the founder of modern French cuisine. Participating restaurants include Semilla French Wine Bar & Café in Miami Beach, M & V Café in North Miami, Brulé Bistro in Delray Beach, and Café Boulud in Palm Beach, with the option to dine-in or take their meal to-go, plus the chapter will host a ”French Connection Dinner” Zoom at 7 p.m. To participate in the Zoom event, write to Gina Castaldo Natoli at ginacastaldo@gmail.com to get the link.</p>
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<h2 id="jZqDVB">October 19</h2>
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<h5 id="w3EhfM">Take a Zoom cooking class with two well-known pros </h5>
<p id="Oe7L3q">For those missing Ortanique on the Mile (#RIP), its longtime chef and operator, Cindy Huston, is coming back digitally for one-night-only to teach her best cooking tips to everyone alongside chef Michael Jacobs. The duo will be whipping up a three-course meal that guests can dine on at home that includes dishes like stone fruit and burrata salad, curried crab cakes, Florida red snapper, and Heath Bar bread pudding. The meal with the cooking class will take place Thursday, October 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. and costs $60 per person. Purchase <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/digital-dine-with-chef-cindy-hutson-tickets-125027282969?utm_source=eventbrite&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=post_publish&amp;utm_content=shortLinkNewEmail">here</a>. </p>
<h5 id="p22Qbj">Snag a croqueta-filled box picked out by Burger Beast</h5>
<p id="AYDw3d">Miami’s favorite comfort food blogger, The Burger Beast, has created a takeaway version of his popular Croqueta Palooza event with the Croqueta Palooza Beast Box. While pickup isn’t available until December 5 — when the originally event was scheduled — boxes are on sale now, with only 100 available for purchase. Inside of them will be dozens of croquetas from outposts like CAO Bakery, Dos Croquetas, Islas Canarias, plus other bites like pastelitos, empanadas, and “secret” cookies. Purchase <a href="https://burgerbeast.com/store/Croqueta-Palooza-BEAST-Box-p243896138/?fbclid=IwAR2kPe6E_ML59JKy47EnPHpiyrROTBmlrvoCtiRfZD5uG-sYUY2Xl_XCr5U">here</a>. </p>
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<h2 id="WMu68x">October 13</h2>
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<h5 id="zT51HY">Get a James Beard approved meal at home</h5>
<p id="NR3FK1">In lieu of its annual in-person events, the James Beard Foundation and Capital One is hosting a virtual dinner series in 20 cities celebrating the local restaurant scenes on Sunday, October 18 at 8 p.m. Chef Niven Patel of Mamey has been tapped to represent Miami, and hungry diners can dine on a three-course menu created by Patel in the comfort of their own home, paired with wines and whiskey cocktails. Check out the menu and purchase tickets <a href="https://members.jamesbeard.org/event/TASTEMIA">here</a>.</p>
<h5 id="vFTtTh">Miami’s infamous nightclub now has a vodka </h5>
<p id="Mj6Hnw">While late nights at Miami’s E11even are still on hold, those missing a cocktail can now sip on E11EVEN Vodka. According to its reps, its the first-ever nightclub branded vodka and is made right here in the 305. It can be shipped country wide and rings in for under $30 a bottle — far less than a night at E11even. Order <a href="http://11vodka.com/">here</a>. </p>
<h5 id="h49CkO">Dine on Taquiza’s tacos beachside</h5>
<p id="CRIUsZ">For those wanting to mix up their beach eats, Taquiza has a new option: its $10 beach box. The box includes two tacos (choice of pollo, carnitas, or rajas), chips and salsa, half an elote, garnishes, and hot sauce. The box comes in eco-friendly packaging and is available to-go only. Available daily at Taquiza’s North Beach (7450 Ocean Terrace) location. </p>
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<h2 id="Y71mPg">October 5</h2>
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<h5 id="kcPOnH">Fireman Derek’s adds ice cream to its lineup</h5>
<p id="nTqBNO">Miami’s favorite fireman turned pie maker, Fireman Derek, has added another sweet to his growing lineup at his namesake Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop. Owner Derek Kaplan is utilizing what he learned from the prestigious Penn State University’s Ice Cream School to action, adding eight flavors of handmade ice cream to his menu of sweets including White Chocolate Guava Cookie Dough, Salted Caramel, Birthday Cake, Red Velvet Cake, Key Lime Pie, Chocolate Brownie with Caramel Swirl, and more. The flavors are currently available at the Coconut Grove location (3435 Main Highway) with plans to expand to its Wynwood location. </p>
<h5 id="6ScjN2">Learn how to make Mexican cuisine with a TV and cooking pros</h5>
<p id="PRJsH5">Jaguar Restaurant continues its virtual Jaguar LAB cooking series this Wednesday, October 7 at 5:30 p.m., with special guest Azucena Cierco, a Mexican journalist and television anchor for Un Nuevo Dia and Al Rojo Vivo. Cierco will join Jaguar’s executive chef Oscar del Rivero to create seafood-filled Mexican dishes along with classic Mexican cocktails. Tune in for free on the Coconut Grove’s Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/coconutgrovemiami/">channel</a>. </p>
<h5 id="oovCVS">Michael’s Genuine and Caja Caliente team up for an epic collaboration</h5>
<p id="OK7Jfd">Two Miami favorites — Michael’s Genuine and Caja Caliente — are teaming up for a four day only event this week. From October 8-11, the two eateries will showcase a variety of Caja Caliente dishes on the Michael’s Genuine menu. Dishes like crispy octopus tacos, pastrami disco volador, lichen pizza, and mahi mahi empanadas, will be found on the menu for lunch, dinner, and brunch, all weekend long at Michael’s Genuine. </p>
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<h2 id="HhqDG3">September 21</h2>
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<h5 id="bRGsGV">Cochon 555 comes to the home</h5>
<p id="nUem1x">Events are looking very different this year, and the swine-loving annual bash, Cochon 555, is no exception. The event has moved to a virtual format this year, with a week worth of programming from September 22-27, highlighting local chefs nightly including Brad Kilgore of Ember; Michael Schwartz of Amara at Paraiso; Michael Lewis of KYU; Jeff McInnis and Janine Booth of Root & Bone and Stiltsville; and Giorgio Rapicavoli of Eating House. Tickets range from $115 per person to $200 for two, and offers multi-course meal, prepared by the featured chef through an interactive live Zoom class; a bottle of wine from Bodegas Ontañón, and a cocktail kit or pre-mixed cocktail comprised of either Buffalo Trace or Wheatley Vodka. Purchase <a href="https://cochon555.com/events/cochon-carryout-miami/">here</a>. </p>
<h5 id="6ISaPx">Create gin favorites with Bulla</h5>
<p id="y4J2p3">Shake, pour, and sip on your fresh cocktails in an interactive virtual gin party presented by Bulla Gastrobar and Chamber South. Led by Bulla’s Miguel Maruyama, on Thursday, September 24 at 6 p.m., guests will learn how to prepare three popular gin-based cocktails: Lemongrass Collins, Proper Gin & Tonic, and French 75. For those who want to make it along can opt for the Bulla Gin Kit. For $50, the kit includes all the ingredients needed to craft the cocktails during the class for two. The event is free with registration <a href="http://chambersouth.chambermaster.com/events/details/virtual-networking-happy-hour-with-bulla-miami-12287">here</a>. </p>
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<h2 id="9hfr1A">September 14</h2>
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<h5 id="y65Amo">Bagel Balls pop up at Dasher & Crank</h5>
<p id="Q22pOB">For those wanting to get a taste of nostalgia, Bagel Balls — the bite-sized bagel filled with with cream cheese, first made popular in 1989 by Al Burger, founder of Rosters ‘N Toasters — are back in Miami and hosting their first-ever pop-up at Dasher & Crank on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20. Bagel Balls will be selling their ”Al’s Originals” box ($16) which includes the following bagel balls: 2 plain, 2 everything, 2 cinnamon raisin, 1 onion, 1 pumpernickel, 1 sesame, 1 garlic, 1 chocolate chip, and 1 guava. Orders must be placed in advance by visiting the Bagel Balls Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bagel_balls/">here</a>. </p>
<h5 id="3kQctt">Save time in the kitchen this Rosh Hashanah with meals to-go</h5>
<p id="9NMHWn">For those not wanting to cook this Rosh Hashanah, there are several options to-go from some of Miami’s favorite chefs. Michelle Bernstein Catering is featuring a Jewish New Year menu for two or four people featuring sweet pickled deviled eggs, matzo ball soup, braised brisket, roast beets, brussel sprout leaves, potato kugel, and honey apple cake. Order <a href="https://mbcmiami.menu/delivery/#dialog">here</a>. Blue Collar is serving up a special menu meant for two or four to six people that includes matzo ball soup, latkes, salad, prime braised brisket, Zatar roasted chicken roasted potatoes, brussel sprouts, maple glazed carrots, challah bread, bread pudding, chocolate cake, and strawberry cake. Order <a href="https://www.toasttab.com/blue-collar/v3">here</a>. </p>
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<h2 id="oETfOV">September 8</h2>
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<strong>Michael’s Genuine and </strong>Tâm Tâm host a weeklong collab</h5>
<p id="nGAVUT">1-800-Lucky’s latest newcomer Tâm Tâm has partnered up with Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink for a weeklong collaboration from September 7-13. Tâm Tâm, which was started by two Genuine Hospitality alumni, has created four dishes that will be on the Michael’s menu including a pork belly bahn mi, papaya salad, steamed mussels, and Vietnamese elote. Available daily through September 13 for lunch and dinner. </p>
<h5 id="Z8Potb">Learn how to cook a Puerto Rican speciality from a pro </h5>
<p id="YKlDvC">Kick off the weekend right on Friday, September 11, when Vecinos Market Miami hosts a live collaboration between Pubbelly’s chef Jose Mendin and Bar Lab at 7 p.m. where Mendin will demonstrate how to prepare Mofongo de Carne Guisada Boricua aka Puerto Rican beef stew, and Bar Lab bartenders will walk guests through a cocktail creation. Attendees can sign up to follow along for free <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-mofongo-de-carne-guisada-boricua-with-chef-jose-mendin-tickets-117482458195">here</a>, and then purchase the Mofongo Kit for $55 and add on the Bar Lab Swizzle Cocktail Kit for $9.50 <a href="https://vecinosmarket.com/products/sofrito-braised-short-rib-mofongo-kits?_pos=1&_sid=86c7b9afe&_ss=r">here</a> on Vecinos website. The mofongo serves four people. </p>
<h5 id="wypDrZ">Coconut Grove’s “Grove Stove” gives back to the community </h5>
<p id="PrN25y">The Coconut Grove Business Improvement (BID) has launched the “Grove Stove” meal delivery program – designed to support Coconut Grove’s restaurants while providing meals to locals in need. The Coconut Grove BID has dedicated $150,000 to fund this program which will pay participating restaurants $15 per meal for up to 50 meals every week. The program, which launched last week, has already delivered nearly 500 meals and counting to local charities including the Grove Crisis Network, Grove Outreach, and St. James Baptist Church, all based in the Grove. </p>
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<h2 id="IwCR6Z">August 31</h2>
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<h5 id="JkzQct"><strong>Have a cooking question? Here’s a chef to call.</strong></h5>
<p id="PWgPJA">Brickell’s Toscana Divino has launched a new program called Resourceful Toscana to deliver the a proper Italian experience to one’s doorstep. Customers can select from seven different boxes of ingredients — filled with everything from proteins, dairy, and pasta —so guests can cook Italian cuisine safely in their home. Plus, a direct hotline to Toscana Divino’s team of chefs is available to guide customers for any questions they may have. Boxes need 24 hours advanced notice to be ordered. Order <a href="http://www.toscanadivino.com/resourceful-see-the-menu/">here</a>. </p>
<h5 id="poZdze"><strong>Have one last meal at Cake Thai — at La Mar </strong></h5>
<p id="5hgrNk">While Thai favorite Cake Thai is shutting its doors for good, fans can have one last taste at its one-night only pop-up at La Mar on Thursday, September 3 from 6 to 9 p.m. The meal will be available for takeout, delivery, and dine-in, and will feature three dishes from Cake Thai’s popular menu including the Pha Rad Price (Florida grouper with house spicy blend aji Amarillo, chilli paste, kaffir lime leaf, coconut cream), Num Tok Moo (marinated charred grilled pork with Eastern Thai spicy sauce, toasted rice), and Pha Meng Pad Kai Kem (cutter fish and prawns, salted egg, with cake house sweet chili paste, chives and onions). Order <a href="https://miami.mandarinorientalshop.com/lamardeliveryorpickup/?_ga=2.74794011.860535935.1598541265-1155048968.1598541265">here</a>. </p>
<h5 id="2LLPDZ"><strong>Sushi lovers have another DIY kit to try out</strong></h5>
<p id="0SeDrf">Sushi making kits are a hot commodity right now and Shokudo’s new “Hand Roll Sushi Party Kit” is the latest offering, launching September 1. The kit, which is meant for four people, features a choice of soup or salad (one per person) and an order edamame, plus an assortment of raw fish and fillings to create a variety of rolls like bagel hand rolls, cucumber and avocado hand rolls, shrimp tempura hand rolls, and more. Order <a href="https://www.toasttab.com/shokudo-4740-ne-2nd-ave/v3">here</a>. </p>
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<h2 id="lxozov">August 24</h2>
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<h5 id="4QSk4H"><strong>Have Miami’s best Italian items sent right to the house</strong></h5>
<p id="A5RJYA">Local company Chefstashed Box is focusing on Italian goods this month for its latest box. The Miami-based brand sells curated boxes filled with items from local chefs and purveyors. For this box it’ll offer sun-dried tomato spread from Fratelli Milano, marinated eggplant from Boia De, tagliatelle from Salumeria 104, focaccia from Earlybird 305, burrata from Mimmo’s Mozarella, CBD olive oil from Myroll, Topochico water, and 10 percent off coupon for Lucio Wine Shop. The box runs $44.99 and can be purchased <a href="https://chefstashed.com/product/box-3-italian-edition/">here</a>. Pickups and deliveries will be August 28-29. </p>
<h5 id="WDQify"><strong>Now make Pubbelly Sushi’s famous rolls at home</strong></h5>
<p id="ds9B02">For those wanting to make Pubbelly Sushi’s popular rolls at home — or those craving a DIY experience — Pubbelly Sushi kits are the perfect solution. The sushi and cocktail kits, which launch Friday, August 28, offer everything make a spicy tuna roll, two JB salmon rolls, four pieces of tuna and salmon nigiri, along with two makisu sushi mats, chopsticks, and a QR code that launches to video tutorial, as well as written instructions. For those wanting to make a drinks, opt for the cocktail kit one bottle of spirit or sake, two bottles of mixers (pre-mixed juices and syrups), garnishes, produce if needed, and recipe cards. The sushi kit is $45 and the cocktail kit is $35. Order <a href="https://pubbellyglobal.com/">here</a>.</p>
<h5 id="dLXzzL"><strong>Satisfy those sweet cravings with homemade (literally) goods</strong></h5>
<p id="Y5TVQH">There have been an insurgence of sweet newcomers made by locals selling their homemade goods on social media here in South Florida. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ooribakeshop/">Oori Bakeshop</a> by Helen Kim sells items like charcoal parker house rolls with everything seasoning, Japanese milk bread, cinnamon rolls with lemon cream cheese frosting, chocolate praline babka, and chia puddings, and offers local pick up. For those craving rum cake, order from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bangbangbakehouse/">Bang Bang Bakehouse</a>, which sells rum cake jars and balls and delivers each Saturday. Tobias Smith, the head pastry chef at the Fontainebleau Hotel, is now selling what he calls <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ChunkyMonkeyBars/">Chunky Monkey Bars</a> made with chocolate cake, peanuts, caramel, milk chocolate and banana ice cream textured mousse, dipped in lightly salted peanut and milk chocolate mousse. And lastly, <a href="https://michaelsmandelbread.com/">Michael’s Mandel Bread</a>, which is an updated version of the classic mandel bread that is a bread cookie hybrid filled with plenty of chocolate chips. Order all through their respective links. </p>
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<h2 id="TM6QUQ">July 30</h2>
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<h5 id="69EYLN"><strong>Krispy Krunchy Chicken and Michael’s Genuine team up for one day only</strong></h5>
<p id="kKs6To">Fried chicken lovers take note: Michael’s Genuine Food and Drink (MGFD) is partnering with Krispy Krunchy Chicken (KKC) to offer a one-day only <em>MGFD x KKC Fried Chicken Sandwich </em>which will be available through take-out and dine-in on Saturday, August 1. The sandwich will feature Krispy Krunchy Chicken, MGFD’s non-traditional kimchi, melted American cheese and will be topped with kimchi ranch on a Martin’s Potato Bun with a side of small fries for $10. Visit <a href="https://www.toasttab.com/michels-genuine-food-drink/v3#!/order">here</a> to order. </p>
<h5 id="uNTm2J">Feast on Peruvian Independence Day Specials</h5>
<p id="l45DQF">While Peruvian Independence Day was actually earlier this week, Peruvian mainstay La Mar is offering its special Independence Day to-go box all weekend long though August 2 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For $99 is feeds two people and offers cebiche carretillero, causa de pollo, papa a la huancaina, anticucho de corazon, arroz con mariscos, one liter of chicha morada or 2 Cusquena beers, and alfajor cake. Order <a href="https://miami.mandarinorientalshop.com/lamardeliveryorpickup/?_ga=2.73140369.328916192.1595296992-2027248166.1594906062">here</a>. </p>
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<h2 id="jL6zTG">July 16</h2>
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<h5 id="QRBj3j">Learn how make a traditional Dominican cake</h5>
<p id="i0rvoA">One of Miami’s favorite sweet makers, Casa Gioia, is teaching sugar-loving viewers how to make its fan-favorite vanilla Dominican cake this Saturday, July 18, from 10 a.m. to noon in its first-ever virtual cooking class. Owner and pastry chef Mari Rubio will walk viewers through the recipe and provide tips and tricks throughout the class. RSVP <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lifes-better-when-you-know-cake-tickets-112732929226?mc_cid=c9d8de640f&mc_eid=b2379b136a">here</a>. </p>
<h5 id="YW8nI7">Celebrate Bastille Day... a few days late </h5>
<p id="PYU5RB">For those who didn’t get around to celebrating Bastille Day earlier this week, there is still time thanks to Le Zoo, which is offering its picnic basket celebrating the French independence all week long. For $125, diners get a basket filled with French baguettes, foie gras mousse, cornichons, camembert cheese, grapes, and other items, along with a bottle of Louis Roederer Champagne to wash it all down with. Pre-order it by calling 305-602-9663.</p>
<h5 id="WWbksm">Get a taste of Italy delivered at your door</h5>
<p id="j1hXUH">Bellini at Mr. C Coconut Grove is now offering variety of gourmet gift boxes available for delivery or pickup. Ranging in price from $65-135, the four different boxes each have a theme like breakfast, pasta, healthy-kick, and aperitivo. They can be ordered <a href="https://bbot.menu/bellinimrccoconutgrovedeliveryorpickup/">here</a>. </p>
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<h2 id="whqVWq">July 2</h2>
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<h5 id="wwh7Py">Tour Wynwood Brewing from the comfort of home</h5>
<p id="qmqFMw">Wynwood Brewing is kicking off the long weekend with a virtual brewery tour on July 3 from 6 to 7 p.m. The event, which is limited to 100 guests, will show beer lovers around the brewery and talk about the company’s sustainability initiatives, and then Debris Free Oceans will talk about how to be a low-waste beer drinker — and why this is so important for our planet. The event closes out with a quiz, with the winner receiving a growler of beer. RSVP <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-brewery-tour-sustainability-chat-with-wynwood-brewing-co-dfo-tickets-109336893592?mc_cid=739f6a9997&mc_eid=b2379b136a">here</a>. </p>
<h5 id="nfQaJ0"><strong>The Proof burger is back </strong></h5>
<p id="cqBDMR">The silver lining of the coronavirus? The long lost Proof burger has made its way back into Miamians lives. Arguabley one of the best burgers Miami has ever seen is now available every Wednesday it will be sold at The Taurus (aka the bar formerly known at Taurus Beer & Whiskey House) from 5 to 9 p.m. for both takeout and dine-in. There are limited quantities so make sure to reserve ahead of time by calling 305-529-6523.</p>
<h5 id="8Pk6K1"><strong>Make those addictive della bowls at home</strong></h5>
<p id="vT1GzY">For those missing della bowls, they can now make them at home thanks to the new della bowls at home cookbook. Written by Della Heiman and Julie Frans, the digital cookbook is filled with recipes from its current menu, including coconut forbidden black rice, crispy spiced chickpeas, chipotle marinated tofu and roasted tahini cauliflower and more. The books is $9.99 and available for instant download <a href="https://dellabowls.com/pages/cookbook">here</a>.</p>
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<h2 id="6Dbcny">June 26</h2>
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<h5 id="HPk0A7">Lee Schrager’s Bake Sale is Back to Celebrate Pride Month</h5>
<p id="gRN1Ta">Lee Schrager will once again be ‘Putting on the Pounds’ in honor of Pride month on Sunday, June 28 beginning at noon. Funds raised will benefit the YES Institute, a community education center whose mission is to prevent suicide and ensure the healthy development of all LGBTQIA+ youth through powerful communication and education on gender and orientation. There will be a variety of of the drive-thru bake sale features special edition Pride treats available for $25 each. Participants include Night Owl Cookie, Hometown Barbeque, Tropical Chinese, Sweet Melody Crafted Ice Cream, The Salty Donut, Empanada Harry’s, Heddy Goldsmith, Edition Hotel Pastry Chef Luis Vasquez, Chef Adrianne Calvo and Dallas Wynne. Address for the event will be posted on Saturday on Schrager’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/leeschrager/">Instagram</a>, and exact change for purchases is requested. </p>
<h5 id="PYeJOZ">Free pizzas for furloughed workers from Fi’lia</h5>
<p id="75JikB">This Friday from 5 to 8 p.m., Fi’lia at the SLS Brickell is giving away 50 complimentary pizzas to furloughed hospitality workers and first responders. Email sami.kohen@sbe.com with a preference of pizza, name, and pick time to claim yours.</p>
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<h2 id="EYZcnM">June 18 </h2>
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<h5 id="8VrkpY"><strong>Burri-toes in the Sand makes beach dining more fun and socially distant </strong></h5>
<p id="I1axkL">Just in time for beaches to reopen in Miami-Dade County Lolo’s Surf Cantina has introduced its ”Burri-toes in the Sand” package, perfect for those who prefer to dine beachside with sand between their toes. The package is $69 and includes a bottle of pre-batched margaritas, two plastic Lolo’s cups, lime wedges, two burritos of the diner’s choice, chips and guacamole, and a burrito blanket that stretches six feet across to encourage proper social distance protocols. The package is available daily by ordering in-person or by calling the restaurant at 305-735-6973.</p>
<h5 id="c9BGrd">Celebrate Pride with these new options</h5>
<p id="sHp67Z">With June officially Pride month, spots around town are supporting the cause with their new takeout offerings. Carrot Express is donating $1 of every poke bowl sold this month to Pridelines — South Florida’s oldest LGBTQ service agency and Miami-Dade County’s LGBTQ Community Center — and its newest program, Colors of the Rainbow. While at Wynwood brewery Veza Sur, it has created a Pride Lager for the month sold in a commemorative 32 ounce growler with a celebratory design for free delivery and pick up at $14 with 30 percent of the proceeds going to the Yes Institute and Equality Florida. </p>
<h5 id="nLk0Zg">Hedy Goldsmith’s famous cookies make a return</h5>
<p id="SYAky7">From June 19-21, Hedy Goldsmith will be returning back to the (pastry) kitchen for a pop-up at both Whip n’ Dip and Dasher and Crank. At both ice cream shops she’ll be selling her famous — and James Beard Award Winning — pastries including her Junk in da Trunk cookies made with bittersweet chocolate, crushed kettle potato chips, pretzels, chocolate peanut butter cups for $36 and her limited edition Pride Rainbow Shortbread cookies for $24, alongside her <em>Baking Out Loud</em> cookbook for $18. Plus she’ll be selling Junk in da Trunk ice cream sandwiches onsite. Orders can be made via phone or text at 305-458-7002 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and pickups can be made at either ice cream shop location. Delivery is free for orders of $50 or more.</p>
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<h2 id="4UMo60">June 12 </h2>
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<h5 id="8eu1Af"><strong>Sip With #SOBEWFF Kick-Off</strong></h5>
<p id="JsKxHa">The South Beach Wine and Food Festival is launching a 20-part virtual live mixology and educational series this Friday, June 12 at 7 p.m. to celebrate 20 years of the festival all while continuing to raise funds for the <a href="https://sobewff.org/industry-relief/">SOBEWFF® & FIU Hospitality Industry Relief Fund</a>. The weekly event will be hosted by Gio Gutierrez alongside South Florida bartenders with weekly themes. For the first installment, James MacInnes, resident bartender at KYU, will teach viewers how to prepare a variety of Asian-inspired cocktails. Tickets to the event are $20, with all proceeds going to the relief fund. Purchase them <a href="https://sobewff.org/sip-with-sobewff/">here</a>. </p>
<h5 id="kcpzNG"><strong>La Mar Launches Takeout</strong></h5>
<p id="wE2dXX">Longtime Peruvian go-to La Mar has officially debuted its takeout menu for the first time ever. The takeout menu features many of the same items on the dine-in menu like ceviche, lomo saltado, and empanadas, with the addition of side dishes, including papa a la huancaina, papa al mortero, yucca fries, arroz con choclo, huan ‘n cheese, a take on macaroni and cheese using Peru’s huancaina sauce, and chaufa Rice with Chinese sausage, roasted pork, rice, quinoa and egg noodles. All the takeout orders come wrapped in a special decorative box. Orders can be places directly through the <a href="https://www.mandarinoriental.com/miami/brickell-key/fine-dining/restaurants/peruvian-cuisine/la-mar-by-gaston-acurio">website</a>. </p>
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<h2 id="48eTeC">May 29</h2>
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<h5 id="K8DiPv"><strong>“Putting on the Pounds” bake sale finale</strong></h5>
<p id="4owTE9">SOBEWFF founder Lee Schrager’s Sunday drive-thru bake sales have been such a hit that he’s been hosting one every weekend this month. But alas, all good things must come to an end, and this weekend marks his final “Putting on the Pounds (LBS) Bake Sale” on Sunday, May 30, from noon until “sold out.” The finale will offer a huge assortment of items all priced at $25 each including Night Owl cookies box, sour cream cake from Hedy Goldsmith, a doughnut box from The Salty Donut, duck enchiladas from Coyo Taco, spicy pork dumplings from The Dumpling Lady, brownies from Hy Vong, a four-pack of ice cream from Sweet Melody, a Cuban Sunday Survival Kit filled with pastelitos, croquettes, and mini-Medianoche sandwiches by Finka Table & Tap, baked ziti from Macchialina, or a pre-made Equelecua cocktail mixer that’s meant to be mixed with Havana Club Blanco rum and is enough for 10 cocktails, plus Knaus Berry Farm’s strawberry jelly for the 70 customers. All proceeds will go towards the <a href="http://www.sobewff.org/industry-relief">SOBEWFF® & FIU Chaplin School Hospitality Industry Relief Fund</a>. Address for the event will be posted on Saturday on Schrager’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/leeschrager/">Instagram</a>, and exact change for purchases is requested. </p>
<h5 id="IQMUSi"><strong>Sushi Garage’s happy hour bag</strong></h5>
<p id="nbq8k8">For those missing happy hour — or want to mix up their current at-home happy hour routine — Sushi Garage’s new offering has you covered. For $45 pick up one of Sushi Garage’s happy hour bags, filled with edamame, half a salmon roll, spicy tuna roll, and serriole roll, plus crispy avocado and Kurobuta sausage, plus two can of Soto Sake. Certainly enough to make a light meal out of or an ideal appetizer selection. Available for delivery or takeout daily. Order <a href="http://www.sushigarage.com">here</a>.</p>
<h5 id="XncShu"><strong>Vinya virtual wine tastings</strong></h5>
<p id="LGOGfq">Every Friday night during our COVID-19 enforced lockdown, Miami wine company<a href="https://vinyawine.com"> Vinya Wines</a> has been hosting weekly wine tastings every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. on its Instagram channel. Hosted Vinya’s in-house sommelier Allegra Angelo, she walks local wine lovers through a different vintage every week — even offering special surprises, guest appearances, and more. Want to get into the action? Follow along on its social media where Vinya announces its selection at the beginning of every week. Place an order online (with free delivery to Miami residents) by Wednesday to ensure a bottle. </p>
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<h2 id="I3Nva9">May 22</h2>
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<h5 id="ClwaWQ"><strong>SushiSamba returns pop-up style</strong></h5>
<p id="EeUyGe">While <a href="https://miami.eater.com/venue/16085/sushisamba-dromo">SushiSamba</a> closed the doors of its longstanding Lincoln Road location in December 2019, diners missing its popular rolls have a second chance to get their fix. The eatery has partnered with its sister restaurant <a href="https://miami.eater.com/venue/5681/sugarcane-raw-bar-grill">Sugarcane raw bar grill</a> to bring back a selection of its favorites like the neo Tokyo, yellowtail tiradito, Chilean seabass, alongside classic Sugarcane dishes like the roasted chicken and chorizo-filled dates — plus diners can order from both menus at once. Delivery and takeout is available from noon to 8 p.m. Thursday to Sunday and for those who order directly can save 10 percent by using code Direct10. </p>
<h5 id="4mNsV2"><strong>Michy’s famous fried chicken makes a comeback </strong></h5>
<p id="qHXJs0">Every Friday this summer, <a href="https://miami.eater.com/venue/5565/michys">Michy’s</a> popular fried chicken dinner makes a return courtesy of Michelle Bernstein catering. The meal comes with watermelon salad, spiced buttermilk fried chicken served with hot sauce and honey, coleslaw, and banana pudding. Dine on a half-bird dinner for two for $49, or a meal meant for four for $95. Orders must be placed by Wednesday at 3 p.m. for a Friday afternoon delivery. Place an order by emailing <a href="mailto:order@mbcmiami.com">order@mbcmiami.com</a> </p>
<h5 id="mdFMrV"><strong>Salty Donut celebrates one year in South Miami with rum cake croughnuts </strong></h5>
<p id="iQqWaO">Even in the times of social distancing and self-quarantine, <a href="https://miami.eater.com/venue/40909/the-salty-donut">Salty Donut</a> still wants to celebrate the first birthday of its South Miami location in style. From Friday, May 22 to Sunday, May 24, it’s bringing back its fan favorite rum cake croughnut, made in collaboration with Havana Club Rum, that was a South Miami opening exclusive during its opening week. The croughnut is made with layered brioche, Havana Club Rum infused custard, rolled in cinnamon sugar, topped with Valrhona Dulcey buttercream and rum cake crumbles. Plus, both Salty Donut locations will be offering the croughnut this time around. The item is available for pickup orders or through UberEats, and will be available to order in advance beginning at 8 p.m. the night before pickup. </p>
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<h2 id="xb28J9">May 15</h2>
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<h5 id="LLj9Sh"><strong>Every item is just $5 on this chicken-centric menu </strong></h5>
<p id="w5xo0J">For those looking to indulge while also staying in budget this weekend, newcomer <a href="https://www.facebook.com/winninchicken/">The Chicken Spot</a> (855 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach) has a solution: everything on its whole menu is just $5. It features an assortment of items from cheekily named chicken sandwiches like the Wacky Jackie sandwich made with spicy fried chicken, tomato, and coleslaw, along with a bevy of wraps and sandwiches, sides like macaroni and cheese and loaded waffle fries, and decadent shakes. The eatery is open for takeout daily or is available on all the popular third-party delivery apps. </p>
<h5 id="jxGn5W"><strong>Dine on Drake-approved steaks</strong></h5>
<p id="oV3Mc8">David Grutman’s South Beach steakhouse, and mega-popular celebrity hotspot, <a href="https://miami.eater.com/venue/61971/papi-steak">Papi Steak</a> (736 1st Street, Miami Beach), is offering a two-week only pop-up featuring all its favorites. Guests can order from an a la carte menu featuring dishes like the wagyu pastrami, latkes, and, of course, the namesake Papi Steak. Or for the ultimate baller experience from home, opt for the The Papi Experience, a four-course meal for two including chopped salad, Wagyu pastrami, latkes, Papi Steak, asparagus, monop-potato, red velvet cheesecake and banana coconut cream pie at $345. Also available is The Sinatra, including three-courses for two of popular Papi Steak dishes such as chopped salad, filet mignon, branzino, asparagus, whipped potato, and banana coconut cream pie at $99. </p>
<h5 id="R8XeIB"><strong>Satisfy those sugar cravings at this doughnut pop-up from a confections master</strong></h5>
<p id="amQnvw">The man who helped create the cult-followed Salty Donut, Max Santiago, has ventured out on his own to create <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sweetalchemyconfectionery/">Sweet Alchemy Confectionery</a>, which is slated to debut later this year. But this weekend — and every weekend moving forward — sugar-loving diners can can a get sneak peek of the doughnuts at its pop-up at Flash Back Diner (4125 Davie Road, Davie). Flavors will rotate weekly with options this weekend like hibiscus and blueberry, tiramisu, key lime creme brûlée, along with classics like glazed and cinnamon sugar. The pop-up runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and Sundays. </p>
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<h2 id="VbEG2E">May 8</h2>
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<h5 id="8jY08N"><strong>Feast on a Crawfish Boil From Phuc Yea</strong></h5>
<p id="pRgv02">Hankering for a crawfish boil? Well since a trip to the Bayou is out of the question right now, Viet-Cajun eatery <a href="https://miami.eater.com/venue/31759/phuc-yea">Phuc Yea</a> (7100 Biscayne Boulevard, MiMo) is bringing its popular crawfish boils to homes across Miami this Saturday. For one-night-only it’ll be selling a make-at-home version of a crawfish boil complete with two pounds of jumbo crawfish, andouille sausage, corn, potatoes, garlic butter, cajun spice, lemongrass satay, and broth to season the crawdads and reheat. The crawfish boil is served alongside Phuc Yea’s PY noodles and also comes with croissant bread pudding for dessert. The meal is meant for two people and is $55 a person. Order online <a href="https://www.phucyea.com/online-ordering/phuc-yea/menu">here</a>. </p>
<h5 id="U4MHgw"><strong>La Petite Maison Debuts the Quite Possibly the Chicest Takeout in Miami</strong></h5>
<p id="OooISz">High-end French outpost <a href="https://miami.eater.com/venue/29983/la-petite-maison">La Petite Maison</a> (1300 Brickell Bay Drive, Brickell) has recently debuted its new takeout and delivery options for one very <em>luxe</em> at-home experience. Available for takeout and delivery (currently within a two-mile radius — but reps tell us it’ll soon be five) daily from noon to 10 p.m. it features all the restaurant’s hits like burrata and tomatoes, tuna carpaccio, grilled tiger prawns, duck a l’orange, bottled cocktails, and mocktails. Plus, each meal comes with the restaurant’s signature table décor including a bottle of olive oil, tomato, lemon, and baked baguette. Orders are delivered in a canvas tote that are hand-painted by a restaurant member, and the eatery has even put together a French-filled Spotify <a href="https://open.spotify.com/user/0ifopythm94mtuslpwrq333ov?si=u42IO6hsRO-MPOvD08EtoQ">playlist</a> to complete the at-home experience. Order <a href="https://bbot.menu/lpmrestaurantandbardeliveryorpickup/">here</a>.</p>
<h5 id="KRQ7vn"><strong>Dine on the Fried Chicken Taco Mashup You Didn’t Know You Needed</strong></h5>
<p id="VNLYAp">For those already missing Cinco de Mayo — or just craving tacos and fried chicken — popular eateries <a href="https://miami.eater.com/venue/46610/caja-caliente">Caja Caliente</a> (808 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Coral Gables) and <a href="https://miami.eater.com/venue/45935/le-chick-miami">Le Chick</a> (310 NW 24th Street, Wynwood) have extended their festive mashup fried chicken taco special through the weekend. The taco features buttermilk fried chicken, mango and black bean pico de gallo, cilantro, and garlic aioli sauce made is available at both eateries for $11 for two. Each restaurant only sells 30 per day, so get those orders in early in order to dine on one. Order <a href="https://www.toasttab.com/cajagables/v3#!/">here</a> and <a href="http://www.lechickrotisserie.com/lunch-diner/">here</a>.</p>
<h5 id="bcT3Xm"><strong>Snag a Burger Beast Approved Burger</strong></h5>
<p id="GNkU9D">The king of South Florida’s comfort food scene, Sef Gonzalez aka the <a href="https://burgerbeast.com">Burger Beast</a>, hasn’t been able to open the doors to his own brick-and-mortar eatery quite yet — but he is still giving people a taste of what’s to come. Gonzalez has partnered with <a href="https://cubanguysrestaurants.com/">Cuban Guys Restaurants</a> to sell his Burger Beast burger around town. The five-ounce burger is topped with grilled diced onions, pickles, American cheese, and of course, “Beast Sauce,” the blogger’s own sauce that combines guava, sriracha, and ketchup. Options to add a fried egg or tartar sauce to the burger, or double it, is also available. Order <a href="https://www.cubanguyshialeahgardens.say2eat.com">here</a>.</p>
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<h2 id="ijKcu8">May 1</h2>
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<h5 id="pHOMiK"><strong>Make-Your-Own Sushi with Dragonfly’s Kits and Virtual Classes</strong></h5>
<p id="dxGrsw">To say there has been an overabundance of make-your-own pasta and pizza kits in Miami over the recent weeks is, well, an understatement. But cue Dragonfly’s (5241 NW 87th Avenue, Doral) and its refreshing new sushi kits complete with rolling mats, nori, tuna, salmon, yellowtail, masago, crab “delight,” sushi rice, cucumber, cream cheese, scallions, sesame seeds, and chopsticks. The kits feature all the ingredients needed to make a California roll, tuna nigiri, and salmon handroll for $55 for two people or $110 for four. Plus this weekend Dragonfly’s head sushi chef Erik Melendez will be going live on Facebook on May 1 and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dragonfly_doral/">Instagram</a> on Saturday May 2 at 6 p.m. to teach sushi-lovers how to properly make the kit at home. Order the kits online <a href="https://www.toasttab.com/dragonfly-of-doral/v3">here</a>.</p>
<h5 id="X9pTGl"><strong>Drive-Thru Farmers Market at Merrick Park</strong></h5>
<p id="FGnMrP">For those missing the farmer’s market experience, they can now get it — from their car. Coral Gables mall The Shops at Merrick Park (358 San Lorenzo Avenue, Coral Gables) is bringing back its popular farmers market in drive-thru form this Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Guests enter through the parking garage entrance located at US1 and Ponce de Leon, where they will be given a numbered map to know ahead of time where their favorite vendors are located, what they will be selling, and pricing. Popular vendors like JRA Produce, Sweet Blends, Breadman USA, Liquid Gold Honey, and more will all be on hand, and pre-ordering is encouraged. Find the full list of vendors <a href="https://www.facebook.com/The-Farmers-Market-at-Merrick-Park-1028700490475076/?__tn__=%2Cd%2CP-R&eid=ARA3Eyx-mc1zpwI8sv3RY2LSvXXBBIHMpwDEYkoB5Grjvy7_0NLVsDpMiU8vL3YtB6mwOR4kX1Z_gVFz">here</a>.</p>
<h5 id="HSgoxg"><strong>Red Rooster Pop-Up Meals Benefitting World Central Kitchen</strong></h5>
<p id="EmFG8w">There’s no denying the opening of Marcus Samuelsson Overtown outpost of Red Rooster was one of Miami’s most anticipated openings in years. While the space <a href="https://miami.eater.com/2020/4/2/21202781/marcus-samuelssons-red-rooster-world-kitchen-coronavirus">has pivoted</a> to helping World Central Kitchen and Food Rescue US Miami distribute meals, diners clamoring to get a taste of them menu now have their chance. Executive chef Tristen Epps will be popping-up at Stiltsville (1787 Purdy Avenue), Glass and Vine (2820 McFarlane Road), and Root & Bone (5958 S Dixie Highway), to whip up three-course meals inspired by the Red Rooster Overtown menu as well as his recent appearance on Food Network’s <em>Chopped</em>. The meal, which goes for $65 and feeds two, includes crispy cod nuggets to start, a choice between a grill bone-in pork chop with black bean fried rice or a Rooster chicken royale with white cheddar mac n’ cheese and braised green, plus a choice of dessert choice by the chef at the pick up restaurant. Diners can order the meals on the restaurants’ respective websites or via UberEats, with $5 of the each sold going to World Central Kitchen. (<em>Disclosure: Marcus Samuelsson is the host of </em>No Passport Required<em>, a show created by Eater and PBS. This does not impact coverage on Eater.)</em></p>
<h5 id="MXVLBv"><strong>“Putting on the Pounds (LBS) Bake Sale” Benefiting Restaurant Relief </strong></h5>
<p id="cstuPW">If you missed out on last weekend’s bake sale fundraiser hosted by SOBEWFF founder Lee Schrager, you’re in luck as it returns this weekend with many more food and drink options. This Sunday, May 3, from noon until “sold out” (which last week was in a matter of minutes) hungry guests can purchase $25 boxes of Night Owl Cookies, a Cuban Sunday Survival Kit filled with pastelitos, croquettes, and mini-Medianoche sandwiches by Finka Table & Tap, baked ziti from Macchialina, or a pre-made Equelecua cocktail mixer that’s meant to be mixed with Havana Club Blanco rum and is enough for 10 cocktails. All proceeds will go towards the <a href="http://www.sobewff.org/industry-relief">SOBEWFF® & FIU Chaplin School Hospitality Industry Relief Fund</a>. Address for the event will be posted on Saturday on Schrager’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/leeschrager/">Instagram</a>, and exact change for purchases is requested. </p>
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https://miami.eater.com/2020/5/1/21243874/things-to-do-at-home-dining-recipes-restaurant-takeout-miamiOlee Fowler2020-10-06T08:30:18-04:002020-10-06T08:30:18-04:0012 Miami Places Selling Cocktails To-Go Right Now
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<p>Cocktails available for pick up or delivery</p> <p id="uVzSHV">Even though restaurants and bars are now once again open to the public across the Sunshine State, thanks to packaging licenses and a lifted ban on alcohol delivery — restaurants are still able to feature cocktails for both pick-up and delivery. Bartenders are getting creative with everything from batches of their most popular cocktails, to full make DIY kits that just need added alcohol.</p>
<p id="iUntCu">Here are 12 Miami spots serving up cocktails and cocktail kits that are batched, bottled, and ready to drink.</p>
https://miami.eater.com/maps/miami-cocktails-to-goAmber Love BondOlee Fowler2020-09-02T09:00:00-04:002020-09-02T09:00:00-04:0012 New Miami Restaurants Offering Takeout, Delivery, and Outdoor Dining
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<p>Where to find the best new spots in the Magic City</p> <p id="rALZht">Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this has been less than an ideal time to debut a new restaurant in South Florida — but it can still be possible. Below are 11 notable new eateries in the Magic City that have opened their doors over the past few months.</p>
<p id="VTwfsi"><em><strong>Editor’s Note: </strong></em><em>A number of South Florida restaurants have resumed indoor and outdoor dining services. However, this should not be taken as endorsement for onsite dining, as there are still safety concerns: for updated information on coronavirus cases in your area, please visit the </em><a href="http://www.floridahealth.gov/"><em>Florida Health Department’s</em></a><em> website. Studies indicate that there is a lower exposure risk when outdoors, but the level of risk involved with patio dining is contingent on restaurants following strict social distancing and other safety guidelines. For those wanting to find the best takeout and dining options throughout Miami, please visit </em><a href="https://miami.eater.com/maps"><em>here</em></a><em>.</em></p>
https://miami.eater.com/maps/best-new-restaurants-miami-heatmap-guideOlee Fowler2020-08-03T09:00:00-04:002020-08-03T09:00:00-04:0013 Top-Notch Brunch Spots Offering Takeout, Delivery, and Outdoor Dining in Miami
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<p>Because weekends are meant for brunch</p> <p id="eIdT2Z">While the state of dining in Miami is tricky right now, it can still be achieved. Throughout the country cities like Miami have suspended dining room service to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, with <a href="https://atlanta.eater.com/2020/3/24/21192986/atlanta-takeout-delivery-maps-neighborhood-markets-covid-19">takeout and delivery</a> the new reality for many restaurants. But that doesn’t mean we still can’t get our brunch on — and luckily for us, that’s still possible with multiple spots offering takeout and delivery options. Whether a craving for pancakes or eggs or even chicken and waffles, these 13 Miami restaurants has the city covered. </p>
<p id="GuBuyQ">As always in these times, check the social media handles and websites for details like menu items and delivery hours as they may change as these restaurants adapt to these new business models. Also, always remember to tip well and call before using a delivery platform such as Postmates or UberEats, which comes with hefty fees for consumers and restaurants.</p>
<p id="pzrq1K"><em>Editor’s note: outdoor dining is </em><a href="https://miami.eater.com/2020/7/6/21314709/miami-dade-county-restaurants-closing-in-room-dining-july"><em>still permitted</em></a><em> for restaurants in Miami-Dade County, and for those offering outdoor seating it is noted below.</em></p>
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https://miami.eater.com/maps/brunch-takeout-miami-quarantineOlee Fowler2020-07-30T09:00:00-04:002020-07-30T09:00:00-04:0014 Miami Spice Takeout Menus Worth Trying
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<p>Miami’s restaurant month(s) can still be celebrated at home</p> <p id="tcN48r">Miami Spice is looking a lot different this year as the COVID-19 pandemic is still taking its toll on the country. Traditionally, the restaurant month(s) run August and September each year and offer three-course meals for $39 for dinner and $25 for lunch (up two dollars from previous years’ $23).</p>
<p id="PwQ22X">This year, as restaurants have suspended indoor dining service to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, <a href="https://atlanta.eater.com/2020/3/24/21192986/atlanta-takeout-delivery-maps-neighborhood-markets-covid-19">takeout and delivery</a> is the new reality for many restaurants. So many restaurants have pivoted to offering their Miami Spice menus to-go instead. Here are 14 restaurants offering Miami Spice options that can be enjoyed from the comfort of ones home via pickup or delivery.</p>
<p id="rp2aZA">As always in these times, check the social media handles and websites for details like menu items and delivery hours as they may change as these restaurants adapt to these new business models. Also, always remember to tip well and call before using a delivery platform such as Postmates or UberEats, which comes with hefty fees for consumers and restaurants.</p>
https://miami.eater.com/maps/best-miami-spice-takout-menu-2020Amber Love Bond2020-07-28T09:30:00-04:002020-07-28T09:30:00-04:00Eater 38 Restaurants That Are Still Open in Miami for Takeout, Delivery, and Outdoor Dining
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<p>23 out of the 38 eateries are still serving guests with dine-in, takeout, outdoor dining, all of the above </p> <p id="rALZht">While the state of dining in Miami is tricky right now, it can still be achieved. Throughout the country cities like Miami have suspended dining room service to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, with <a href="https://atlanta.eater.com/2020/3/24/21192986/atlanta-takeout-delivery-maps-neighborhood-markets-covid-19">takeout and delivery</a> the new reality for many restaurants. Of the 38 establishments currently listed on the <a href="https://miami.eater.com/maps/miami-best-restaurants-38">Eater Miami’s 38 Essential Restaurants</a> list — our marquee lists that features the best of the city — 23 are open in some capacity for takeout, delivery, or outdoor dining. </p>
<p id="GuBuyQ">As always in these times, check the social media handles and websites for details like menu items and delivery hours as they may change as these restaurants adapt to these new business models. Also, always remember to tip well and call before using a delivery platform such as Postmates or UberEats, which comes with hefty fees for consumers and restaurants.</p>
<p id="pzrq1K"><em>Editor’s note: outdoor dining is </em><a href="https://miami.eater.com/2020/7/6/21314709/miami-dade-county-restaurants-closing-in-room-dining-july"><em>still permitted</em></a><em> for restaurants in Miami-Dade County, and for those offering outdoor seating it is noted below.</em></p>
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https://miami.eater.com/maps/eater-38-miami-takeout-guideOlee Fowler2020-07-23T09:00:15-04:002020-07-23T09:00:15-04:00Where to Order Takeout Margaritas in South Florida
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<p>A much-needed cocktail, to-go or delivered</p> <p id="Gr1zFX">Margaritas are a classic beverage that scream summer, and while enjoying one at a restaurant will look a bit different this summer there are several places that are safely open for takeout and delivery featuring a bevy of margarita options. From classic to frozen to unique flavors like blood fruit and avocado, here are 16 South Florida spots serving takeout margaritas worth checking out. </p>
<p id="LS4zXN">As always in these times, check the social media handles and websites for details like menu items and delivery hours as they may change as these restaurants adapt to these new business models. Also, always remember to tip well and call before using a delivery platform such as Postmates or UberEats, which comes with hefty fees for consumers and restaurants.</p>
https://miami.eater.com/maps/take-out-delivery-cocktails-margaritas-miami-restaurants-coronavirusAmber Love Bond