Florida
DESTINATIONS FLORIDA | THE US
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lorida may already be famous for its key lime pie, but Michelin’s
arrival to three of its major cities – Miami, Orlando and Tampa – is putting a whole host of other Floridian flavours on the map. When it launched this summer, the guide brought the first ever star-rated restaurants to the state, as well as many Bib Gourmand restaurants, an accolade just below the stars that signifies a more accessible and affordable experience. The guide points visitors to gorgeous Greek cuisine in Miami, Michelin-starred dining in full view of the Disneyland fireworks in Orlando, and brothy pork ramen in Tampa. But it’s not all about the Michelin guide. There’s a thriving food scene beyond the stars, too – from inventive US takes on Cuban dining in Miami to authentic Vietnamese dishes in Orlando and quirky chocolate bar-making experiences in Tampa. Here’s where to find some of the cities’ best flavours. And as this feature runs in our
sustainable travel-themed issue, there’s also a standout vegan choice for each city.
MIAMI The food scene: With a large Cuban population in the city, Miami is famous for its take on Cuban food. But there are plenty of other international and American flavours to be explored here too. Restaurants to try: Marabu represents dishes from the Cuban countryside with its smoky, charcoal-cooking techniques. The gloriously gut-busting plantain with bacon and melted mozzarella – swimming in sticky syrup and with a charred, smoky skin – is a must, while beef short rib comes presented on a still-smoking traditional grill, with apple mojo sauce. Mediterranean flavours abound at Estiatorio Ornos, which focuses on fresh fish sourced from the Aegean Sea by the restaurant’s fish sommelier. The saganaki (the most dramatic dish of my trip) is essentially
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