Mentioned by New York Times' 36 hours column
36 Hours in Naples, Fla.
"In Miami’s historic MiMo District, Blue Collar has been serving up some of the best comfort food dishes in the city for nearly seven years (wow!) though it feels like just yesterday Chef Daniel Serfer arrived on the scene. He opened Mignonette, another instant success, just two years after Blue Collar. The brunch menu consists of Eggy Stuff, Syrupy Stuff, Othery Stuff, Sandwichy Stuff, and Salady Stuff and please believe us when we say you can’t go wrong no matter what your palate fancies."
"Though in many cities brunch is reserved for Saturday and Sunday, other cities also have people with jobs they can legally explain. Blue Collar gets Miami’s flex schedule lifestyle and offers a full brunch menu all day, every day. So if you’re hankering for brioche French toast, shrimp and grits, or a massive breakfast burrito with chipotle sour cream and 3pm on a Monday, they’re happy to oblige."
"Food can be like a song, and sometimes you get mac and cheese or ribs or latkes stuck in your head too. Blue Collar is where you go to cure yourself when that happens. This little indoor/outdoor spot is located in a MiMo motel and is almost always packed with people who look like they’ve been thinking about this cheeseburger - easily one of Miami’s best - for weeks."
"Amara at Paraiso’s floor-to-ceiling windows offer unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay. It’s a quintessential Miami scene, designed to work in harmony with a menu that embodies the city’s mishmash of Latin cultures. James Beard winner Michael Schwartz offers up coastal ingredients such as grilled Atlantic shrimp, crispy octopus alongside wood-grilled ribeye and house-made chorizos."
"Settle in here for the evening and lap up the Biscayne Bay breeze and a killer Intracoastal sunset at this restaurant owned by Miami’s own Michael Schwartz."
"La Sandwicherie features daily fresh ingredients, crisp baguettes or soft croissants and the added magic of the infamous vinaigrette that make for a true taste sensation. They’re also open every day from 7am to 5am so whether you’re wanting a lunch or you’re needing an after-bar snack La Sandwicherie has you covered!"
"With a location in Brickell and South Beach, La Sandwicherie serves up some of the most satisfying sandwiches you will ever eat. Make sure to try the free vinaigrette on the tables, it’s a game charger."
"Restaurants South Beach. Slightly drunk at 2am?. Already starving by noon?"
"This restaurant – situated inside an airy warehouse-meets-Italian-grandma's-dining-room in hip Sunset Harbour – specialises in a straightforward menu of brick-oven pizzas, calzones and sophisticated salads. It's the chewy crust, the fresh mozzarella, pungent parmigiano and sweet, balanced tomato sauce that make the pizzas so good. Lucali doesn't take reservations and draws a crowd, so get there early."
"What started as a neighborhood pizza joint in one of Brooklyn’s old-time Italian enclaves has transformed into a multi-city sensation. Former marble worker Mark Iacono found his true calling with New York-style pies served in a quaintly old-fashioned setting. In 2013, Iacono decided to take his brick-oven, New York-style pies and creative salads to South Beach."
"Pizza is the ultimate comfort food, and one of Miami’s best pizzerias, which famously boasts long waits, is still serving up its Neapolitan style pies daily — sans wait."
"Kosushi is a many-time Michelin star-rated world-renowned tailor of Brazil-based Japanese cuisine, located in the heart of South Pointe. Ingredients are handpicked by head chef George Koshoji who has extensive experience in multicultural Japanese cuisine, which highlights the focus of the eatery. Koshoji has honed his collective wisdom to bring South Beach an expertly refined exposure of Sao Paolo’s flavor."
"Internationally acclaimed sushi spot Kosushi has made its way to South of Fifth. The Brazil-based concept has brought with it a number of appetizing options for diners. These options include king crab truffle, salmon aji Amarillo with caviar, and wagyu gyoza."
"Decided to try this restaurant that was around the corner from my parents. One word for the food is delicious!. The soup was home made and you tasted it."
"Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale is one of the city’s most popular public parks!. It consists of over 90 acres of land located just south of Sunrise Boulevard and east of Federal Highway. This large and diverse recreational center offers a variety of activities suitable for all ages."
"Little River’s sprawling multiuse complex launched a bottomless, Mediterranean vegetarian brunch last fall that’s just $54 and includes live jazz and all the mezze and mimosas you can handle in a four-hour time span. Zatounya Foods, a local catering company run by female Syrian refugees, prepares the plethora of small plant-based bites available, while the Cubazz quartet serenades you with live jazz. Brunch takes place in Ironside’s back garden...just follow the tunes to your afternoon oasis."
"4 out of 5 stars Restaurants Overtown. By day, this 30,000-square foot riverside station makes for the perfect family-friendly afternoon outing. With a carnival-like atmosphere, little ones will get a kick out of lawn games such as cornhole and ping pong, along with the live acts featured weekly."
"A riverfront drinking joint with a dock full of food trucks, The Wharf features samplings from Miami hot spots like Garcia’s Seafood Grille & Fish Market, Mojo Donuts & Fried Chicken, and Lung Yai Thai Tapas. Paired with lazy furniture and a water view, a jaunt at The Wharf is a happy hour dream. View this post on Instagram"
"The place has plenty of food trucks and a great view of the Miami River. Come in your best summer outfit and take some shots."
"The mecca of dog parks, you can bring your pooch here to play in the fenced in green spaces where dogs can get some exercise with other canines. There’s even an outdoor space with fitness equipment, a walking path and a deck to stroll along and enjoy the Miami sights. Located in Coconut Grove just at the water’s edge, it offers a peaceful view of the open bay for a relaxing afternoon."
"Kennedy Park is located in Coconut Grove, right on the water with a view of the open bay, an outdoor gym including a green ladder you can climb up and down, a running path on an outdoor track, and a children’s play area."