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Fooq’s Continues to Impress With New Chef

Downtown, Special Feature March 5, 2020March 6, 2020Bucatini Amatriciana, fooqs, Ghormeh Sabzi, Honey Glazed Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Kebab Platter, Local Burrata, Persian Sundae, Sabzi Salad, Vegan Khoresh

We’ve been fans of Fooq’s since the Downtown Miami restaurant first opened several years ago. Owner David Foulquier was actually one of our first interviews for the blog way back in 2015. So needless to say, the Mediterranean eatery has a special place in our hearts (and stomachs).

Recently, Fooq’s welcomed a new chef: Clark Bowen, who’s made a name for himself locally at db Bistro Moderne and Boulud Sud (its successor). At Fooq’s, Chef Bowen is putting his signature touches on the Feel Good Food that Fooq’s is known for. The delicious end result has us more excited than ever for the future of this Downtown gem.

Jaguar Sun: Your New Favorite Bar

Downtown, Five O'Clock, Special Feature November 13, 2018November 13, 2018Carey Hynes, cocktail bar, downtown, downtown miami, interview, jaguar sun, lobby, Will Thompson, X Miami

There’s a new bar in (Down)town: Jaguar Sun. Located on the ground floor of the X Miami Apartments, this new watering hole — named after a collection of short stories by Italo Calvino — is helping turn the neighborhood around. Those of us who work in the area (::raises hand::) don’t feel the need to rush home at 5 p.m., and residents have less of a reason to head to Brickell for some good times.

We’ve been here probably 20 times already, and each time the place is full of new faces and regulars. No surprise there: Word is getting out that Jaguar Sun is the place to be.

Wag Wednesday: Spencer Taliaferro & Sophie

Downtown, Wag Wednesday April 5, 2017April 5, 2017Australian Cattle Dog, epic hotel, kimpton, LILT Lounge, Spencer Taliaferro, wag wendesday

That’s why we launched an ongoing feature called “Wag Wednesday” to showcase industry peeps and their pets. Know someone who wants to be featured? Email us at bark@miamifoodpug.com. Starting with this edition, Wag Wednesday will be turning into a bi-weekly feature.

This week, we’re featuring Spencer Taliaferro, Lead Mixologist at LILT Lounge, and his Australian cattle dog, Sophie.

Wag Wednesday: Kaytlin Dangaran & Beretta

Downtown, Special Feature, Wag Wednesday September 14, 2016September 14, 2016Beretta, black lab, downtown, Kaytlin Dangaran, Labrador Retriever, PAMM, verde, Verde at PAMM, waterfront dining

Since starting the blog, we’ve interviewed many members of the hospitality industry, and one constant among the interviewees has been a profound love for their pets. We thought it would be great to share this love with our readers. That’s why we launched an ongoing feature called “Wag Wednesday” to showcase industry peeps and their pets. Know someone who wants to be featured? Email us at bark@miamifoodpug.com.

This week, we’re featuring Kaytlin Dangaran, Executive Chef at Verde, and her black Labrador retriever, Beretta. Read more

Dining in the Dark at Toro Toro: A Feast for the Senses

Downtown, Special Feature July 5, 2016July 5, 2016beef tartar, ceviche, dark dining, downtown, Intercontinental hotel, ribeye, scallop, seabass, the Intercontinental, toro toro

The concept of “dark dining” has intrigued us since first hearing about it at Chef Adrianne’s in West Kendall. The idea behind it is simple: By eating blindfolded, your other senses are heightened (specifically, taste). So when the opportunity arose to check out Dining in the Dark at Toro Toro and NOT have to drive across town, we had to do it. Read more

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