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Where to go on Fathers Day? Here’s Our Top 5

Need some last minute ideas on where to take Dad? We combed through all the wonderful restaurants in Miami and the surrounding area and were floored by the amount of exciting options. Our editor board had a hard time narrowing down a long list of fabulous places, but here are our Top 5 for this years Father’s Day…   1.) The Forge Some sayings are indeed true like “Quality prevails”. The Forge is a perfect example of this. Opened more than four decades ago, it has never ceased to amaze its guests – and not just the Steak lovers. For Father’s Day, The Forge is bedazzling our taste buttons with a special tomahawk steak and lobster tail combo. “Yummy” doesn’t even cut it…. 2.) The Wharf The Wharf lights up Brickell with a setting unlike any other in South Florida. The 30,000 sq. ft. open-air special event space welcomes patrons looking to please their palates with some of the most delectable libations and culinary creations in town. Miami’s most sought-after food trucks are on a regular rotation to satisfy eager palates, a rotation of highly acclaimed chefs hosting one-night special engagements curated to please the foodie community and a fish market & raw bar by local seafood favorite Garcia’s. Join for a special Father’s Day celebration with great music and the best of food.     3.) Ferraro’s Kitchen Restaurant & Wine Bar The winner of the 2017 Diner’s choice awards is not just taking you on a spectacular journey through Italy with their delicious plates for the special occasion. For Father’s Day they give Dad a gift card and a complimentary glass of Prosecco. Like!   4.) Billy’s Stone Crab Get out of town (but not too far)! Miami’s neighborly friend Hollywood is always worth a ‘sweet escape’. When it comes to a combination of spectacular food and great views, if you haven’t visited it, now is the perfect time. Obviously there must be a good reason why people from all over the USA call in for shipments for these delicious crabs. It is one of those few foods that requires you to literally get “cracking”  and tastes best with little to nothing added, although the mustard dressing at Billy’s is the best you can ask for. Their staff likes the dish best with just a squeeze of lemon. Sit back, relax, watch the boats passing by and amp up on some tasty protein.   5) Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink says it’s “a vibrant neighborhood bistro built on seasonal ingredients and warm, hospitality”  and we could not agree more. Some seek it out for the fantastic raw bar with the best oysters, some navigate straight to the pizza oven to have their pizza with a local farm egg on top. It is all so delicious and never a dull moment. We predict Dad will love it.

Culinary, LIFESTYLE, MSM Online

Top 4 Wine Rooms of Miami

By Gisel Habibnejad Miami is known for its nightlife and beaches, however restaurateurs have been moving in on our city and opening glamorous, delicious, and innovative eateries for all to enjoy. With these magnificent places, often come wine bars that are quickly becoming hits. Here is a list of special spots to help you ‘wine’ down. Lagniappe Outdoor seating with romantic strings of light swinging across from above–a perfect recipe for a casual and romantic night out. Located in the heart of the intersection between Midtown, Design District, and Wynwood, this destination links the three booming neighborhoods of our city. Lagniappe has won several impressive accolades, and even earned a spot on “The 21 Best Wine Bars in the Country.” Atrio Restaurant & Wine Room Atrio Restaurant & Wine Room is the epitome of sophistication with a view. Miami’s skyline can be seen from anywhere in the restaurant; having a glass of wine by the bay never seemed more romantic. With over 200 vintage wines in the wine attic, wine tasting can be all the more exciting with eight to ten guests joining you for the evening. The Forge The 2010 winner of the Miami New Times “Best Wine Selection in a Restaurant” offers a unique experience Miamians can’t resist. The Enomatic segment is made up of 80 wines by the glass, where you can “be your own sommelier” and sample an international collection of your choice. By choosing Type I, The Forge’s executive sommelier will do the work for you–all you have to do is sip away. Type II requires your own expertise by free will. Uvaggio Wine Bar Crowned as one of the “Top 50 Places to Eat in Miami” by Yelp, Uvaggio Wine Bar guarantees good food and fine wine to its guests. While their menu categories are humorous, they offer a mean wine selection with various red and white wines to choose from. They also host events such as the Somm Slam, in which two top sommeliers go head-to-head to win a unique trophy. Guests will wine and dine on three dishes accompanied with wine pairings chosen by each sommelier. In addition, wine tastings are held every Saturday with special wine themes.

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