For those who like the outdoor café atmosphere without the crowds of South Beach, checkout Balans Restaurant in Brickell. A quick walk from the Miami Metromover, the Brickell area has recently expanded to include many quaint stores, art galleries and a number of yummy eateries. The cuisine at Balans is international modern, including luscious breakfast [...]

Here are some simple suggestions on what to order at a Cuban Restaurant. WARNING: Cubans are not known for their heart healthy cuisine so don’t be surprised if you find a lack of variety in salads, vegetables and other “light” fare. We’ve heard it said that Cuban food is either smashed, fried or both.

Our family always enjoys visiting Downtown Miami for Macy’s Thanksgiving lunch at the Royal Palm Restaurant. Now you can reserve your spot for a Santa Claus treat, complete with Mrs. Santa and the Elves. Check out Macy’s Breakfast with Santa!

Believe it or not, you can enjoy the circuses of the famous South Beach landmark, without having to break the bank.  Granted, you won’t be able to dine on a bucket of the signature stone crabs, but you can have very tasty fried chicken and a side for less than $15 per person.  But if [...]

Enjoy colorful costumed junkanoo groups dancing to Caribbean rhythms, with rake ‘n scrape instruments.

Last October, Morton’s Steakhouse opened in Miami Beach. While their steak is not bad, it is definitely not worth the $15 valet parking, even if their motto is “the best steak anywhere.” The famous “onion bread” wasn’t bad either, but it isn’t anything to write home about. Do I sound like I ‘m complaining? In [...]

A new craze in burgers and shakes has hit Lincoln Road, but this MFG food critic isn’t going to join the bandwagon too quickly. The food tastes good, but the prices range a bit high for a “fast food” place. Speaking of fast, don’t go if you have a 30-minute lunch break or need a [...]

If you are near Lincoln Road check out The Frieze, located at 1626 Michigan Ave, (305) 538-0207.

We know and have been to the Cuban restaurants that are featured in all the tourist marketing: Versailles, La Carreta, Latin Cafe. But we want to clue you in on a couple of Cuban restaurants that are not as well known to outsiders but are favorites to the locals.