Sugarcane’s Happy Hour!
Recently my Lady and I stopped by Sugarcane Raw Bar Grill, in Midtown. It's a cool spot for the afterwork types (and hip locals) frequented usually for it's happy hour menu (4 - 7pm).
The drinks are are heavenly. For instance, the "Spice of Love" (fresh jalapeño, passionfruit purée, mango essence, Svedka & Cointreau) or the "Rum Punch" (fresh pineapple, sage, Bacardi Rum, Velvet Falernum) even the "Caipirinha" (Leblon cachaça, fresh lime juice, sugar). Personally I believe that any drink you order, will not disappoint.
Below are a couple of the treats we enjoyed.
- "brussels sprouts w/ orange & sweet soy"
Although I was never a fan of brussels sprouts I wanted to balance the fried dish (see below) with some veggies. What I loved most were the bits of orange mixed in. It definitely tastes better than it looks.
- "sea salt, fried crispy chicken necks"
I never thought I would eat chicken neck either but after a little coercing from my significant other *ahem!*, I figured, Why not! Besides the smell of the seasoning, scallions and crushed, red pepper flakes made my mouth water. So I nibbled a bit trying not to think of it as Chicken Neck but just another piece if chicken . . . . . . . . . . (sorry, flashback) and Wow! It was good. My nibble then became a bite and I began to really taste all the spices on the well seasoned pieces of meat - all in between the neck bones. Clearly, there is no turning back now.
Warby who?!
Allow me to introduce to you, Warby Parker. They're a prescription eyewear company who's mission revolves around giving to those in need all while providing upscale prescription eyewear at a minimal price.
After you can chose 5 pairs from at least 50 different styles and colors, they send them to you for FREE. At the end of the 5 days, you make your decision and order your glasses by uploading your prescription. The cost, $95. Check them online: www.warbyparker.com
My Warby's (inside)
Taste Of The Grove 2012
Although the annual Taste of the Grove festival (Coconut Grove) showcases food from the local restos, this year it brought out other strong visuals too. The day was full of good fun, drinks, food and lots of entertainment. Enjoy!
Taste Of The Grove: the Welcome Truck
Grilled Churrasco and Gyros (lamb, beef & pork) were some of the favs.
Samba Rum anyone?
These special "drink chits" would get you a good size serving of Samba.
Yes, some of the Girls were out.
A'lil something for the kiddies.
*View from the VIP tent* The tent had almost any wine, beer of mixed drink you could think of. Cheers Friend!
“Blu” is the new Red (bull)
Recently, at the Taste of the Grove I was introduced to a new energy drink called Blu. Claiming that it has far less sugar than Red Bull, I decided to give it a try....
Not bad but most of all, check out the imagery on the front of the flyer.
"Better watch your back Red!"
"Blu, at work"
Photography: Wine Rack
Sometimes we don't notice the simplest things around us. The other night I looked up realizing that this bright light was shining from the street (there was a taping of some sort). What really caught my eye was the interesting shadow it cast from the railing to the wine rack and onto the ceiling. Have a look for yourself.
"Wine Rack #1"
"Wine Rack #2"
"Wine Rack #3"
"Wine Rack #4"
Balans on Lincoln Road
I was treated to lunch by my lady recently at Balans (Lincoln Road). Not knowing what I wanted, I knew that I was in the mood for a little shrimp. I ordered the Indonesian Noodles w/ Shrimp thinking it would be just your average shrimp dish. Oh noooooooOOoooo, it was more. So much more that I almost couldn't finish.
Soft egg noodles, large tender shrimp, cabbage, scallions, carrots, peanuts and sweet soy sauce filled the plate as I thought to myself, this must be heaven..
Indonesian Noodles w/ Shrimp
Live and Direct from Trinidad Carnival 2012!
Yes it was amazing! Full on visual overload! Yuma, Call of Duty (section 7) and the energy was crazy. Drink trucks, full cups and plenty whine.
"the Traveller"
"Pirates!?"
Wave Ya Flag, Jouvert Morning
These guys didn't even blink!
Fay-Ann commanding the crowd at Girl Power.
Ravi B giving the crowd more at Girl Power.
Carib Lovers
"Stag"
"My Security"
Carnival Monday w/ Yuma
CocaCola Stage
"Call Of Duty Revelers"
"On a mission"
Carnival Tuesday w/ Yuma
"Doan care"
"Green Woman"
Indian!
"Made In Trinidad"
"Vybes Cyah Done"
Seen @ Miami International Airport
In Concourse J, you'll find hints of the Everglades. . .in the floor.
Tile-sized inserts (courtesy of artist, sculptor and photographer, Barbara Neijna's "Foreverglades" art installation) can be found right under your feet.
Here are some that I saw. .
"the Water"
"Blue"
"Earth"
"Grass"
Please Welcome, Absolut Miami!
Did you say, Absolut Miami? Well, it's about time! Miami is now the sixth U.S. city with its own variety, joining Los Angeles, New Orleans, Boston, Broooooooooooklyyyyyyyyyyn and San Francisco. This vodka is a blend of orange-blossom and passion fruit. Cheers!
Absolut Miami
Architecture: Downtown Miami
Looking North From Biscayne
The Arsht Center
Miami Freedom Tower