Miami Getaway

To escape the Connecticut chill, soak in some sun and coincidentally brush up on my Spanish, I flew down to vibrant and lively Miami. With a clear focus on relaxing, tanning and sampling some good food, I was amazed by the diversity in restaurants and cuisine. When I wasn’t people-watching on the beach, I was strolling down Collins Avenue and side roads off of Lincoln Avenue in search of some local foodie finds. Here are a few highlights:

Yardbird Southern Table and Bar

Bourbon Blackberry Lemonade (signature cocktail)

Fried Green Tomato BLT: Pork Belly, Greens, Tomato Jam, House Made Pimento Cheese

Llewellyn’s Fried Chicken with Spicy Tabasco Honey

Charred Okra and Chilled Watermelon

Mojitos are a must! Larios on the Beach 

Khong River House 

Thai Garden Lavender Infused Beefeater Gin, Yellow Chartreuse, Fresh Lime, Fresh Pressed Cucumber Juice

Burmese Fresh Noodle Wraps: Roasted Red Chili, Peanuts, Palm Sugar, and Lemon Juice Minced with Chopped Cilantro, Sweet Black Soy Sauce, and Sriracha Wrapped in Fresh Burmese Style Noodles

I returned north relaxed, inspired and eager to get back in the kitchen. Stay tuned!