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Food Truck Festival - Distillery District - July 2, 2011
This is just the first event.
by the third event, looking at probably 12 gourmet trucks, if all goes according to plan.
In Miami (SoBe area) April 23-26th with 3 foodies
Thanks for all the help guys. Updated the pegs with your suggestions, we've got a lot, and hopefully we make a dent.
If anyone is going to the cutler street food event or the one in wynwood tomorrow, we will be there.
thanks again.
In Miami (SoBe area) April 23-26th with 3 foodies
Thanks frodnesor, will keep Ola in mind, and yes I meant D. Rodriguez Cuba. Going to book Timo now based on your rec.
We're staying at the Carlton, these places were suggested by someone from Sunny Isles, so hence the close proximity.
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Timo Restaurant
17624 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles, FL 33160
In Miami (SoBe area) April 23-26th with 3 foodies
Yeah I think we're going to skip Tony Chan's. The fact that shark fin and sea bass is on the menu isn't sitting well with us. thanks tpigeon
In Miami (SoBe area) April 23-26th with 3 foodies
Thanks guys, we're narrowing down our list best we can, and we will have a car for the entire trip, so driving around shouldn' t be an issue.
It looks like we are doing NAOE after all.
Can anyone comment on Tony Chan's and these places?
De Rodriguez Cuba
Timos Restaurant
Acqualina Resort and Spa
Sole on the Ocean, new trending hotel
State Park, Oleta
Spanish Monetary
H Restaurant
Much appreciated. Can't wait. The food truck issue is really hot in Toronto right now, so would be great to get some perspective on it.
Too bad about Panther coffee, I'll make a note on the map.
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NAOE
175 Sunny Isles Boulevard, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
Timo Restaurant
17624 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles, FL 33160
In Miami (SoBe area) April 23-26th with 3 foodies
Thanks Guys!.
Yeah I see that one of my collaborators has added more places on the map, including Naoe!.
I meant to mention that the food truck pegs are merely there for reference so we know not to forget about them, we'll look them up for current info of course
Added shake shack (never been), jimmy's to the list, Red light, Sugarcane, Michy's and Sra as well, they look great. Thanks for the tips. By looking at the sites, I can say that this is exactly the stuff we were looking for.
Is Joe's Stone crabs really worth it? seems like an overly tourist thing to do.
If you're ever in Toronto, please look me up on spotlighttoronto.com and i will return the favour.
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Michy's
6927 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33138
In Miami (SoBe area) April 23-26th with 3 foodies
Hey everyone,
Been reading the board to catch up on where to eat when 4 of us are in SoBe for 4 days next weekend.
It's our first time in Miami, and we're all big foodies/writers from Toronto, Canada.
Was wondering if you can help us find some good eats.
Here's the map I've put together with a lot of help from Jackie at Michael's Genuine Kitchen.
http://sptl.co/gMFb0d
We've all dined at top michelin star restaurants, and would prefer to skip those in Miami and go for some authentic bites and unique experiences.
Am I missing any restaurants on that list that you think we should check out?
For a splurge night, two in group wanted to consider the new Boulud place. http://lifeandtimes.com/dishing-with-daniel-boulud
Thanks a lot guys.
Oliver & Bonacini @ Bell Lightbox
There is a free signal, but not sure it is O&B. If they were planning to have free access, I'm guessing it will probably in the next few days.
Oliver & Bonacini @ Bell Lightbox
Place looks very much like dean and deluca in nyc.
Coffee was great, the fresh local fruit juices were fantastic.
It's a sit down place with plenty of seating high low, etc.
There is a take out area at the end which will feature the menu, eco containers, etc. The sandwich is honestly the best I have had, and am craving it already just a few hours later.
they're even serving a new bubbly from Cavesprings, made for O&B, titled Sparkle and Buzz. good prices on drinks, menu, etc.
Oliver & Bonacini @ Bell Lightbox
Pics from breakfast today at Canteen. They're open tomorrow (Sat) for Dinner. Sunday for Lunch/Dinner, and starting monday, Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Breakfast buttie ($4-$6)
http://twitpic.com/2eb5mv
fruit salad, peach juice
http://twitpic.com/2eb88i
Board menus
http://twitpic.com/2eayhv
http://twitpic.com/2eayez
more food
http://twitpic.com/2ecd7g
http://twitpic.com/2ecfko
http://twitpic.com/2ecgb1
http://twitpic.com/2ecgvj
space
http://twitpic.com/2eceya
Graze the Bench?
Yes, the $25 pass gets you your first full glass of wine and food pairing. Subsequent glasses of wine are $7, and food etc.
But if you want to taste new releases, they're subject to the normal rules of the winery.
Which means that some will charge $1-3, and waive the fee if you buy something, or some may not charge at all.
Origin on king east
No have not eaten, giving it another week before checking it out. Reports are now mixed (portion sizes etc). Will check it out soon though
Origin on king east
no liquor license yet.
opened on friday quietly, getting lots of traffic. great reports so far.
menu,
http://twitpic.com/19swvx
that patio is going to rock when it opens up.
Wine 101 offered by LCBO?
It's a stationed event that takes you through the some very basic principles of wine. Distinguishing between varietals, tasting notes.
If Ed Madronich (Flat Rock Cellars/WCO) is there, which he usually is, its very informative.
Buster Rhino's Authentic Southern BBQ - Whitby
Actually, they are NOT frozen. It's a matter of how much they can possibly make a day and how fast they're sold.
2010 closings
The Olson's are no longer at Olson Foods in St David's.
New project underway, part of which involves one of the Harber brothers form Ravine Vineyard next door (Paul) taking over the kitchen at the Olson shack. The pastry chef is still there, place will slowly evolve back to providing food/wine pairings.
Paul just game back from interning at Michelin star restaurants in Germany (Statdlander sent him to his mentor)
There are some crazy things planned at Ravine in 2010. Should be excellent.
School Bakery & Cafe
I've been there a few times now, and honestly, it's quite amazing.
Skip the drinks, and just enjoy the kitchen.
TTC Subway Dash & Dine 2009
As promised, here is a draft.
http://maps.google.ca/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=107206744414897481559.000461f5795c205b60c1b&ll=43.69419,-79.423943&spn=0.198836,0.44632&z=12
I added the phone numbers of the places and urls
This is a work in progress as I need to proof the links and text what not.
But for now, that has all the info from the original post in this thread. Googs, if you can email me the update, ill throw it on there.
I'll check this thread from time to time and update it.
The Citizen - Great Winterlicious Experience
Same.
My first winterlicious this year was at citizen last friday, it was incredible.
I am now a fan and will be going back for the regular menu.
portions were huge.
TTC Subway Dash & Dine 2009
I'm putting this together on a google map. I'll have it up soon.
School Bakery & Cafe
I haven't seen much mention of this place here..so here's my micro review.
School has been open for about 2 1/2 weeks now (officially) and I've had the chance to stop by a few times for lunch/brunch.
The atmosphere is very casual, the place is full decked out in the school theme. The tiny details are a lot of fun to pick out, and overall the staff seem quite relaxed except for a few oddities here and there.
First time, I waited 15 minutes for a table, Sunday, around noon.
Second and third time no waits, once on sunday at the same time and another during the week.
Brunch is served from 10am, and every day (they're open from 8am-7pm during the week), Brad moore rings the school bell at 3:30 to signal 'detention' aka the martini rush.
Cocktails are creative but very expensive for a cafe ($12). Be weary of giving full control to the bartender. A glass of vodka and orange juice does not make a $12 cocktail. The 'hot for teacher cocktail' drink on the other hand, has a way of transporting you to a Caribbean beach with one sip. Must be the high tequila content.....
The menu focuses on classic breakfast/lunch dishes with interesting kicks. Sometimes the kick is a spice, sometimes its a substitution for ingredients (cheese in the french toast)...very interesting from what I've tasted so far. Also quite affordable.
hits;
grapefruit brulee - very plain and wonderful, great with the drinks $5
cheesy french toast - very European, huge portions, absolutely delicious $10
cinnamon french toast - also delicious but plenty sweeter $10
chipotle cheese biscuit - spicy tender biscuits with a balanced portion of bacon and chicken $8
sbc benny - interesting kick on eggs benni with the chipolte biscuit again and spices $10
sbc burger - $13, really tasty burger loaded with gruyere and fresh guacamole
scones! - very tasty selection of lemon/maple syrup/cardamom. All very good, the maple syrup being the sweetest of the bunch.
pastries - the brownies, the cupcakes, and the tiny cookies are great. All cheap too, $1-2
misses;
.jerk sandwich was bland and the bun was cold enough to hurt my teeth. $10
.cocktails could use some work (they're more expensive than most items on the menu)
Service is quite attentive and efficient, minor kinks here and here but this is a new place.
they're closed on saturdays for private events.
most dishes are under $13
Some photos;
Decor
http://www.spotlighttoronto.com/_media/content/resto/2009/schoolbakerycafe_03_jan2009.jpg
http://www.spotlighttoronto.com/_media/content/resto/2009/schoolbakerycafe_04_jan2009.jpg
Pastries
http://www.spotlighttoronto.com/_media/content/resto/2009/schoolbakerycafe_02_jan2009.jpg
Scones
http://www.spotlighttoronto.com/_media/content/resto/2009/schoolbakerycafe_06_jan2009.jpg
Grapefruit brulee
http://www.spotlighttoronto.com/_media/content/resto/2009/schoolbakerycafe_08_jan2009.jpg
Chipotle biscuit
http://www.spotlighttoronto.com/_media/content/resto/2009/schoolbakerycafe_07_jan2009.jpg
French toast
http://www.spotlighttoronto.com/_media/content/resto/2009/schoolbakerycafe_09_jan2009.jpg
Burger
http://www.spotlighttoronto.com/_media/content/resto/2009/schoolbakerycafe_13_jan2009.jpg
you can find a lot more content here
http://www.spotlighttoronto.com/site/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=725:schoolbakeryandcafe&catid=42:Restaurants&Itemid=159
Coupe Space Winter Schedule
Coup space has some fantastic events at that place, I love it. Definitely going to the Cheese boutique event
Spice Route or Kultura
They do take reservations (I was at Hanks cafe yesterday and I noticed they were taking one after the other)....
Spice Route or Kultura
Honestly, my suggestion would be to go somewhere else altogether. Only go to Spice route for drinks afterwards as drinks are ridiculously cheap before 10pm and it is a nice looking place. (kultura on the other hand is a ripoff for drinks, and I have no idea who likes spending up to $18 for a champagne martini)
Pata Negra Ham in Toronto (?Portuguese)
Also, i just realized that its not the not the acorn fed ham, my bad!
WINTERLICIOUS -- is out, new price ranges
Yes exactly, and people are way too quick to judge that service will be surly at restaurants during this festival. It's the same rant every year.
Last year I hit 12 restaurants during winterlicious, and only had 1 bad experience (sopra).
WINTERLICIOUS -- is out, new price ranges
so far my list, all $25 dinners
citizen
93 harbord
7 numbers
cambalache
amaya
veritas
