As a full-blown recessionista, I take pride in finding places to dine that are delicious and easy on the billfold. La Nueva Argentina is a hidden treasure on Sunset Drive and 102 avenue. Caddy corner to Sports Grill and Don Burrito, locals line up at the door and are greeted with friendly faces as they are seated in the extremely clean dining area, (something we should all be aware of since Dirty Dining has become a household phrase). The menu is quite extensive considering the size of the kitchen and the prices on the menu; the Churrasco was large enough to share generously, along with two sides. There is also a wide variety of wines and beer available. The restaurant has it’s own miniature supermarket/deli where authentic Argentinean products can be purchased and take away orders can be placed or picked up. Lunch menu also available.

La Nueva Argentina

10121 S.W. 72 Street

305.274.4887

Opened December 2008, Joey’s Italian café is the first restaurant to open in Wynwood since the area began its transformation into a hip Arts District, nearly a decade ago.

The affordable, chic restaurant is owned by Joey Goldman and wife Thea. Joey is a principal in Goldman Properties, which rejuvenates urban areas and transforms them into thriving global destinations.
To that end, Joey’s serves Wynwood’s burgeoning arts community with a fine-tuned menu of healthy, classic dishes from Venice and other culturally rich Italian regions.The restaurant encompasses 1,600 sq. ft. and seats 75 inside and on the private al fresco terrace that has become a favorite among artsy locals and tourists.  Joey’s, located at 2506 N.W. 2nd Avenue, in Wynwood, serves lunch Monday – Friday, dinner Monday – Saturday.

Nick D’Annunzio and Tara Solomon, the self proclaimed “King and Queen of Hearts” celebrated Go Red for Women at a heart-healthy brunch at the Intercontinental Hotel to benefit the American Heart Association.   Elaine Lancaster spun some great tunes, as many South Beach locals and Miami socialites and philanthropists enjoyed a one-of-a-kind afternoon- dressed in red, of course.