Tuesday, August 10, 2010

...and speaking of Miami

As I mentioned, we leave for Miami in less than two weeks. In preparation, I booked us a reservation at Michael's Genuine Food & Drink and have already studied the menu {we will most definitely be sampling the homemade potato chips and the garlic mashed potatoes, and yes, I have a questionably obsessive relationship with food}.

When I stumbled upon the dessert section, I realized I had to share it with you. There's a banana toffee panini, which is described as a mini caramel ice cream sundae; a lemon meringue tart with buttermilk sherbet and fresh berries; and an orange creamsicle pot de creme, which consists of warm doughnuts and blackberry tarragon jam. I mean...

I'll take 75, please.

PS: If you know Miami, I'd love to hear your suggestions—I'm hoping to find an authentic Cuban restaurant that isn't insanely expensive!

Doughnuts via The Burger Beast

31 comments:

Cupcakes and Cashmere said...

have you ever seen the show "the best thing i ever ate?" well if so, this place is all over it. perhaps i'll meet you there for dessert!

the chirpy bird said...

are you kidding?? make that 75 x 2! delish!
xo tash

Raquel said...

Larios On The Beach has awesome Cuban food and is very moderately priced especially for being right on Ocean Dr. You should definitely walk around Lincoln Rd for some shopping and Espanola Way for some cute bars. Have fun!

Blue Is Bleu said...

Umm. I just drooled all over my keyboard.

by Sutton said...

wow, now that my mouth is watering...

great cuban in coconut grove..

Bre said...

I love that you have already studied the menu and know what you are ordering, it makes me feel better as I do the same thing! :) You are going to have a fantastic time!

As for a Cuban restaurant, my girlfriend who lives in Miami really loves Molina's Ranch.

the sassy kathy said...

i am not ashamed to admit that i study the menu EVERY time i go out to eat. usually even if i have been there numerous times before. i need ample time to

A. savor the deliciousness of the options
B. have time to actually decide

lets just say most of my waking (and sleeping) hours are spent thinking about food...

Elle Sees said...

good lord i need this today!

Anonymous said...

Michael's is one of my favorite spots in town. You must try Michy's as well. It's Michelle Bernstein's restaurant and it is amazing!

For cuban, I have to go with Sergio's on coral way. Authentic and really cheap. The croquettas are to die for!

Anna Walker said...

Holy yummmm. I could definitely go for the lemon meringue tart with buttermilk sherbet and of course the fresh berries!!!!

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Nikki said...

Versailles Restaurant for cuban food (it's in little havana) is great!
Or David's Cafe on South Beach (get a cuban sandwich and cuban coffee)... amazing!
my winters are spent in Miami and my husband is cuban :)

Greg and Vanessa said...

ohmygoodness look at that delicious sugary goodness. i NEED to stuff my face with one of those!!

Tanya (a Taste of T) said...

Bienvenidos a miami

Today Hilary... said...

My hubby's Cuban too...We go to Miami often. Try La Carrera...

daisymay aka Chantele said...

Wow it all sounds so yummy! Daisy Dayz Home

SBG said...

those look delish

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Vanessa said...

I WANT those donuts. Now.

Trend Steps said...

omg that looks so good!

Amy@Old Sweet Song said...

I always stalk restaurant menus before I go. My sis and I have been known to email back and forth about menus.

It's a sickness. Can't wait to hear about the doughnuts!

TheBeautyFile said...

Between yours and Emily's blogs this morning, I think i just gained 5 pounds. No, seriously.

I haven't been to Miami since spring break '03....WOOHOO, but my brother lived there for a few years recently, so I'll get the scoop on the restaurants. Also, Jenn from Bits of Beauty might be a great resource.

DREAMING OF PALM TREES said...

I agree with Raquel, Larios is the way to go for good cuban food (and mojitos!) without breaking the bank! xo

The Lil Bee said...

Thank you guys, so much! We are going to EAT our way through Miami, thanks to you!!

Kelly @ Dare to be Domestic said...

I think I just short circuited my keyboard from all the drool! YUM!

I wish I knew more about Miami all I know is that I always wanted to cruise Deco Drive and I lived in Ft. Lauderdale for 6 months, dated a guy from there for 6 years and never once made it to Deco. I have been to the Miami Convention Center, and to the old Miami Dolphins Stadium to see Metallica live - but that is my extent of Miami knowledge... :(

I will live vicariously through you!! ox

annemarie said...

Versailles Restaurant -- they have THE BEST garlic soup and ceviche you will even taste!!!!!

Anonymous said...

Versailles Restaurant -- they have THE BEST garlic soup and ceviche you will even taste!!!!!

Amy said...

Another Miami native wanting to chime in.

Def check out Versailles. It's authentic and delicious. Embrace the 8am humidity and the 4pm. Enjoy!

Anonymous said...

I hate to say it, but I feel like Larios lost all its appeal a few years ago. I can't believe Puerto Sagua (Collins and 11th?) hasn't been mentioned yet!! So close to Ocean Drive and all the hub-bub, so cheap, and soo authentic. Definitely my favorite.

taylor said...

those doughnuts look sooo good! don't forget to have an authentic cafe cubano-i hear they're amazing!

Amber said...

I live in the area and there's this tiny little dive cafe called the Black Bean in Hollywood which is about 15 miles north of Miami. It's fantastic cuban food (the cuban bread is to die for) and two ppl can eat and drink a few coronas for under 20 bucks. So worth the drive!

Janelle Rene said...

I lived in South Beach for years...if you want authentic, neighborhood Cuban food...you want David's Cafe - 1654 Meridian Avenue, South Beach...it is a block off of Lincoln Road where you also undoubtedly need to stroll as it has some of the best people watching EVER. This is where the locals go...Larios is where the tourists go.

Rebecca (the Reluctant Floridian) said...

Michael's Genuine is great, but I really LOVE brunch there. Hello, tiny pop-tarts and duck hash!

Seconding Michy's or Michelle Bernstein's other Miami joint, Sra. Martinez. Both are excellent. I had a fantastic meal at Area 31 (in the Epic Hotel, nice view) recently--def check it out if you're into fish.

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