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“Florida’s food scene is unique, diverse and intriguing. From locally grown produce and fresh seafood to unique fusions from cultures around the world, the Sunshine State has a lot to offer food and wine enthusiasts. Whether you enjoy casual dining with your toes in the sand or fine dining in a trendy restaurant, you can find it in Florida. “With four out of five
travellers saying they would extend their holiday by a night if a Michelin Guide selection existed, and 71% saying they’d increase their spending, our partnership with Michelin will boost our tourism economy. “Booking a Michelin-
starred restaurant is a great recommendation for clients looking to mark a special occasion. But those travelling on a budget shouldn’t shy away from the Michelin Guide, as venues recognised with a Bib Gourmand are judged by the same criteria used for star designation, and offer two courses plus a glass of wine or dessert for less than $50 a head. Booking before travel is recommended, as many restaurants are booked out months in advance.”
Dana Young, president and chief executive, Visit Florida
CLOCKWISE FROM BELOW: Crispy brussels sprouts with guacamole at Miami’s Amalia restaurant; the bar and rooftop restaurant at Moxy Miami South Beach
kefalograviera cheese soaked in metaxa – and it’s set on fire at your table.
Over in South Beach, you’ll
find a curated selection of some of Miami’s best restaurants at the Time Out Market, while the nearby Amalia restaurant, in the Lennox Hotel Miami Beach, blends seasonal, local produce with techniques the chef has learned working in restaurants in Italy, Spain, Argentina, Peru, Israel and Morocco. While meat lovers will be able to get their steak frites and lamb chops, the inventive veggie dishes are the standout choices: crispy brussels sprouts teamed with guacamole, flaked almonds and pomegranate seeds is a surprising hit, followed by an earthy, umami-rich mushroom risotto with crunchy hazelnuts.
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Best vegan eats: As well as Amalia’s top veggie dishes, those in
search of good, sustainable options should head to the fairly wallet- friendly Hoja Taqueria. This cool, grungy venue with glowing neon lights and a late-night vibe, serving tequila and mezcal cocktails, recreates traditional Oaxacan
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flavours and specialises in tortillas made from heirloom corn grown on the region’s indigenous farms. Try the mushroom tacos, or sweet- potato tostadas with almond cream. Where to stay: Stylish Moxy Miami South Beach has plenty of chillout spaces, including a pool terrace with bookable cabanas. Breakfast burritos from Los Buenos bodega are a good way to start the day. Rooms start at $159 per night.
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ORLANDO The food scene: There are flavours from all around the world, with all dietary requirements catered for across the resorts and parks, but visitors would do well to venture downtown and to Orlando’s neighbourhoods, too. Restaurants to try: Dine on prime cuts of beef – and a prime view of
the Magic Kingdom’s shimmering nightly fireworks show from the terrace – at Spanish-influenced Capa. Located on the 17th floor of the Four Seasons in the Walt Disney World Resort, diners can see the wood-burning grill in action, cooking up everything from porterhouse steaks to purebred Japanese Wagyu alongside upscale versions of tapas classics. Elsewhere, at Disney Springs, pan-Asian, Michelin-recommended Morimoto Asia is famous for its ribs and sumptuous sushi rolls – which include soft-shell crab, spicy yellowtail and shrimp tempura. There’s also a dim sum exhibition kitchen, where guests can see the chefs at work, as well as mini ramen bowls for kids. For a true taste of Florida, though, be sure to visit Four Flamingos, which celebrates the Floridian flavours with hints from the Caribbean and Central and South America, made with native fruits, vegetables and seafood from the state. And yes – they do a mean key lime pie.
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