Miami, the "Gastronomic Destination of the U.S. in 2023," Keeps Thriving in Summer

(By Maqueda and Maurizio) Miami and Miami Beach are currently experiencing a culinary moment of great significance. So much so that, after naming Miami our "Gastronomic City of the Year 2023" (Award presented by the esteemed food and beverage publication, Buen Provecho.), we could say that this "moment" has officially become a permanent fixture. This summer, Miami continues to open, renovate, and expand its excellent gastronomic offerings. For the delight of tourists and all Miamians, the award reflects a reality. The tremendous growth of Miami's gastronomy on a global scale, in a country filled with major cities boasting incredible restaurants, highlights the Miami metropolitan area, which has become a permanent fixture in the culinary world. If you've visited Miami in recent years, you'll understand why; if you haven't, we invite you to do so.

Miami: More than a city, a unique culinary personality

While New York boasts a plethora of restaurants and Los Angeles has a healthy touch, Miami has its own culinary personality—diverse, exotic, and the most exciting of them all. Despite being a young city, Miami is in constant evolution and always pushing boundaries. This attention hasn't gone unnoticed, attracting the world's most talented chefs and emerging stars. If Miami were part of a culinary family, it would be the ambitious younger sibling, ready to shine with its energy and dynamism.

Voices from Miami's Culinary Culmination - Don't miss these recommendations:

Restaurant owners and food industry professionals from some of our favorite restaurants in Miami and Miami Beach have shared their recommendations—what to order at their establishments, what inspires them, and what makes Miami the ultimate culinary destination. Warning: if you weren't hungry before reading this, you definitely will be now!

Smith & Webster: A Unique Approach to Food

The atmosphere is lively, and the dishes are equally comforting and intentional. According to Starex Smith, the standout dish is the braised oxtail lasagna: "It's oxtail braised in red wine, slow-cooked for hours with a homemade marinara with herbs and locally sourced vegetables." Another must-try is the rolls: "The best in the entire state of Florida," according to Smith.

Smith & Webster's Favorite Dish: Braised Oxtail Lasagna

At Smith & Webster, located in North Miami Beach, one of the favorite dishes is the braised oxtail lasagna. This dish is prepared with oxtail braised in red wine, slow-cooked for hours, and served with a homemade marinara sauce featuring locally sourced herbs and vegetables. This delightful dish is a fusion of flavors that combines the comfort of soulful cooking with traditional French culinary techniques, creating a unique culinary experience.

Fiola: Italian Elegance in Coral Gables

Fiola's original location in Washington D.C. has received a Michelin star every year since 2018. The Coral Gables branch is no exception. Fiola meets the standards of a top-tier restaurant: incredible dishes, an excellent wine list, and attentive, warm service. The Amalfi Coast seafood bar offers quality fresh seafood, while dinner includes exotic and highly recommended dishes such as milk-fed veal chop topped with fresh truffle, lobster ravioli, and an exclusive caviar tasting at the table.

Fiola's Favorite Dish: Milk-Fed Veal Chop with Fresh Truffle

This culinary delicacy consists of a juicy veal chop covered in fresh truffle. It exemplifies the elegant Italian cuisine that Fiola offers, where luxury ingredients like truffle and high-quality meat come together to create an unforgettable gastronomic experience.

Dukunoo Jamaican Restaurant: Jamaica's Authenticity in Wynwood

If Miami were a person, it would be the life of the party, cheerful, and authentic. And if that person dined at a quintessentially Miami restaurant that matched its energy, it would be Dukunoo Jamaican Restaurant in Wynwood. The experience at Miami's first luxury Caribbean restaurant is twofold: authentic Jamaican cuisine and the vibrant energy that emanates from the essence of the island.

Dukunoo Jamaican Restaurant's Favorite Dish: Jerk Chicken Sliders

These delicious bites showcase the authentic flavors of Jamaican cuisine. Jerk chicken is served in small sliders, offering a perfect combination of spicy and Caribbean flavors. Additionally, this restaurant is known for its vibrant atmosphere and Jamaican authenticity, making it an ideal place to enjoy the food and the island's atmosphere.

The Den at Azabu Miami Beach: A Michelin Sushi Haven

When Michelin finally arrived in Florida through Miami in the summer of 2022, it marked a palpable shift in the city's culinary scene's credibility, solidifying itself as a force to be reckoned with. The Den at Azabu Miami Beach was one of the ten recognized restaurants in Miami, earning a coveted Michelin star.

The Den at Azabu Miami Beach's Favorite Dish: Omakase Sushi

This 12-course culinary experience is led by chefs from Tokyo with extensive training. The menu includes fresh fish brought daily from the Toyosu fish market in Tokyo. Each dish is a masterpiece of Japanese elegance and a testament to the concept of omotenashi, which translates to selfless service with a warm and respectful spirit. This omakase is an opportunity to enjoy the essence of high-quality Japanese cuisine in the heart of Miami Beach.

Miami has undergone remarkable culinary evolution over the past decade. Top-tier restaurants from New York and other regions of the country are arriving in the city, challenging everyone to stay at the top of their game and push the boundaries of creativity, service, and quality. Miami is unquestionably the gastronomic city of 2023, and its culinary ascent continues to inspire the entire culinary world.

This week, we'll share more about incredible restaurants and the gastronomic boom in Miami this summer.

Dónde ver gratis la final del Mundial de Clubes 2025 (transmisión histórica y revolucionaria del streaming deportivo, para la que DANZ invirtió 1000 millones de dólares)

(Por Maurizio y Maqueda en una creación colaborativa de MotorHome y XDXT) ¿dónde podrán los seguidores ver estos partidos de manera gratuita, legal y en alta calidad? La respuesta marca un cambio radical en la forma en que consumimos el fútbol global. Gracias a la plataforma de streaming DAZN, este año la transmisión del torneo, por primera vez en la historia, gratis, como nunca antes. 

Tiempo de lectura: 5 minutos 

Chelsea vs. PSG son los finalistas del Mundial de Clubes 2025 (fecha, horario, sede, estadísticas y todo lo que debes saber)

(Por Creación colaborativa de MotorHome, Red Infonegocios y XDXT) La gran final del nuevo Mundial de Clubes, un evento que trasciende el fútbol. Ambos equipos, tras eliminar a sus rivales en semifinales, se preparan para disputar la gloria en un evento que combina deporte, espectáculo, experiencias crossing y un despliegue de marketing y entretenimiento al estilo Super Bowl. 

Duración de lectura: 5 minutos 

Todos los campeones del Mundial de Clubes: ¿sabes qué equipos la han ganado más veces? (una copa con absoluta hegemonía española)

(Una creación colaborativa de MotorHome, Red InfoNegocios, XDXT) La competencia que define al club más grande del mundo: historia, datos y análisis estratégico. La Historia de los Reyes del Fútbol Mundial.Desde su inicio en 2000, el Mundial de Clubes de la FIFA ha consolidado su lugar como la máxima competición intercontinental, heredera de la mítica Copa Intercontinental, que desde 1960 enfrentaba a los campeones de Europa y Sudamérica. 

Tiempo de lectura: 5 minutos

Turismo Internacional en Florida, Miami y Orlando: ¿Cuál es el plan en marcha para superar los desafíos y seguir creciendo en el 2025?

(Por Vera) Florida, Miami y Orlando han sido durante décadas el destino predilecto de millones de turistas internacionales, impulsando la economía, generando empleos y posicionando a EE.UU. como uno de los principales polos turísticos del mundo. Sin embargo, en los últimos años, diversos factores están poniendo a prueba la resiliencia de esta industria.

Tiempo de lectura: 5 minutos

Tampa (Florida): ¿sabías que está cambiando totalmente su downtown para ser una ciudad del futuro?

(Por Taylor y Vera) Tampa no solo mira hacia el futuro, ¡lo construye! Un ejemplo de como un plan estratégico creado por los mejores talentos fuera del sistema gubernamental y la decisión de salir de la burocracia y el estatus quo, cambian ciudades. En 2019, la alcaldesa Jane Castor lanzó la visión Transforming Tomorrow, una hoja de ruta que busca convertir a Tampa en una ciudad más inclusiva, moderna y resiliente.

Tiempo de lectura: 5 minutos

Miami rompe récords: recibió más de 28 millones de visitantes en 2024 (y Florida entera ya supera 41 millones en el primer trimestre 2025)

(Por Vera)¿Qué hace a Miami una potencia en turismo y cómo puede aprovechar esa misma fuerza para potenciar aún más su liderazgo en negocios y pensamiento estratégico en la región? Moda, diversión, negocios, parques temáticos, gastronomía,eventos, nudismo, tecnología, compras, deporte las razones por las que Miami es cada vez más elegida son muchas.

Duración de lectura: 5 minutos

¿Por qué Coquina Beach es el destino más bello para visitar en Florida y EEUU en 2025? (seguro no lo conocías)

(Por Vera) En un mundo donde la belleza natural y la experiencia auténtica se convierten en los principales reclamos turísticos, Coquina Beach emerge como un destino imprescindible en Florida y en todo Estados Unidos en 2025. ¿Qué hace a esta playa tan especial? ¿Por qué cada vez más viajeros, inversionistas y amantes del deporte y la cultura la consideran el paraíso escondido del sur de Florida? 


Tiempo de lectura: 5 minutos