I often get into a rut with gifts for my dad. For example, when I was a kid I got him a new coffee mug for every occasion until our kitchen cabinet was too full of coffee mugs. Then I switched to making him pencil cup holders, until he was the holder of the world’s… Read more »
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Five Things to Do in Miami when the Sun Just Won’t Shine
Finally, you have arrived. After two flights and a couple delays you are landing in beautiful, sunny Miami. The only problem is, the sun doesn’t seem to be shining today. This is why most people visit our lovely city – to hit the beach or lay by the pool and soak up some sun. But,… Read more »
Day Trip Like a Local – Oleta River State Park
If you’re lucky enough to have more than a couple of days in Miami and you get your fill of laying on the beach soaking up the sun, then a day trip up to Oleta National Park on Biscayne Bay just north of Miami Beach might be something for you. Located just 12 miles… Read more »
Beet the Heat in SoBe
While visiting the beautiful city of Miami you might need a few things to help cool you off. A dip in the ocean or a frozen cocktail are a couple favorite choices, but if you’re in the mood for something a little more nutritious but still refreshing and delicious Miami has plenty of Juice Bars… Read more »
Stone Crabs, a Miami Must-Try
Before moving to Miami I didn’t like to eat shellfish. I always enjoyed fish, but avoided crustaceans. It’s usually not very hard for somebody to convince me to try a food because it’s a local specialty (if it comes to organs and unusual part of animals, it might take a few drinks for me to… Read more »
The Cuban Sandwich
The Cuban sandwich tops Miami Food Tours’ list of Miami’s Must Try Foods! This sandwich is not for the vegetarian! A Cuban sandwich starts with Cuban bread then gets layered with pork, ham, Swiss cheese & pickles. If you’re not a BIG pork eater, like me, you might be wondering, like I was, about pork… Read more »
Banana + Cafe = BanaCafe Batido (Milkshake)
The most delicious reason to visit Miami’s famous Calle Ocho in Little Havana is for a BanaCafe Batido, or what I like to call a Banana Café con Leche Batido. It’s #3 on our list of the top ten must try foods in Miami. It’s fun to say all those words, but if you ask… Read more »
Miami’s Must Try Foods (and Beverages)
Here at Miami Food Tours we’ve compiled a list of the foods you must try while in Miami. These foods and drinks will give you a taste of Miami, not only the melting pot it’s become today, but it’s history as well. Some of the foods are available in any neighborhood and some will take… Read more »
Strawberries & Cinnamon Rolls in Miami
What do these things have in common…besides my breakfast today? . . . You can get them both from Knaus Berry Farms in Homestead! And lucky for me, they made it to my breakfast plate this glorious Miami morning! The foodies at Miami Food Tours favor local and family run establishments, so of course… Read more »
Spicy! [Hot Sauces]
There’s a common misconception, especially here in the USA, that Latin food is spicy. Sure, Latins are known for their flair and spice, but that doesn’t translate into lip burning spiciness in their foods. Most traditional Latin dishes are quite mild and just like Americans do; they serve hot sauce on the side for… Read more »
