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Which Miami shop has the best ice cream scoop?

There's so many good spots to choose from.

Food and Drink

It&#x27;s (unofficially) officially summer! And that can mean just one thing: Ice cream every day — or at least as often as possible.Why it matters: We love ice cream and we&#x27;re asking you, our readers, to weigh in on the best scoop in Miami.

Scoop: How a 2014 election delay could give Broward's mayor an extra term

The county attorney says Bogen can seek another term due to a delayed start to his first term.

Election

A less-than-two-month delay in taking office when he was first elected in 2014 could land <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Broward" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/08/20/miami-2026-federal-tax-cuts-trump-savings" data-vars-content-id="eedfd518-8220-4e1e-9134-c4667f88b68b" data-vars-headline="Scoop: How a 2014 election delay could give Broward&#x27;s mayor an extra term" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/08/20/miami-2026-federal-tax-cuts-trump-savings" target="_self">Broward</a> Mayor Mark Bogen a fourth, four-year term on the county commission, despite term limits.Why it matters: Bogen&#x27;s candidacy, which is currently unopposed, could trigger legal challenges and test the county&#x27;s interpretation of its charter, which limits commissioners to three consecutive four-year terms.

Review: Creating my wedding centerpiece at Hollywood Hot Glass

Things to Do

For our wedding, my wife Marta and I decided to have a sand ceremony symbolizing our union.<ul><li>We gathered sand from my hometown of Miami Beach and her hometown of Adra, Spain, and poured it into a vase we made together at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hollywood Hot Glass" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hollywoodhotglass.com/" data-vars-content-id="08dd31fb-71b8-4bf3-a642-84097d2e806a" data-vars-headline="Review: Creating my wedding centerpiece at Hollywood Hot Glass" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hollywoodhotglass.com/" target="_blank">Hollywood Hot Glass</a>.</li></ul>Why it matters: We&#x27;re already creating a life together, so it felt fitting to create a physical representation. <ul><li>Plus, this ended up being a fun date activity.</li></ul>

Miami restaurant earns first Michelin Star

One Miami restaurant earned its first <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Michelin" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/01/15/miami-michelin-guide-restaurants-added" data-vars-content-id="940db7cb-40f1-4aa3-891a-06e9214c215a" data-vars-headline="Miami restaurant earns first Michelin Star" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/01/15/miami-michelin-guide-restaurants-added" target="_self">Michelin</a> star while four others earned a Bib Gourmand in this year&#x27;s Guide, announced Thursday.Why it matters: The annual guide rounds up what those in the industry consider to be the best of the best, and can elevate a restaurant into fame far beyond its city.

Miami restaurateurs brace for another brutal summer slowdown

Last summer, a slew of high-profile and longstanding restaurants and bars closed.

When Blue Collar <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="announced" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYXuWrxxxbt/" data-vars-content-id="6d5d1056-caaa-4015-94f6-91fa8a8adf5b" data-vars-headline="Miami restaurateurs brace for another brutal summer slowdown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYXuWrxxxbt/" target="_blank">announced</a> it was closing after 15 years, I was struck by a wave of sadness, then a sense of dread: &quot;Oh no, here we go again.&quot;<ul><li>Just a few weeks before, Mignonette, the beloved seafood bar with the same owner, had also <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="announced its closure" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWctLNPERMu/" data-vars-content-id="6d5d1056-caaa-4015-94f6-91fa8a8adf5b" data-vars-headline="Miami restaurateurs brace for another brutal summer slowdown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWctLNPERMu/" target="_blank">announced its closure</a> after more than a decade.</li></ul>Why it matters: The news came just before Miami&#x27;s slow season and followed a series of other closures, signaling a possible <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="repeat of last summer" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/07/30/miami-restaurants-summer-slowdown-2025" data-vars-content-id="6d5d1056-caaa-4015-94f6-91fa8a8adf5b" data-vars-headline="Miami restaurateurs brace for another brutal summer slowdown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/07/30/miami-restaurants-summer-slowdown-2025" target="_self">repeat of last summer</a>, when a slew of high-profile and longstanding restaurants and bars closed.

Coral Gables pub calls for mayor to resign over World Cup spat

Mayor Lago says he remains open to meeting and working with the owner of Fritz & Franz Bierhaus.

Politics

The owner of Fritz &amp; Franz Bierhaus is calling on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Coral Gables" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/30/coral-gables-election-charter-mayor-lago" data-vars-content-id="97f21758-9a66-4eb8-9a85-82401f108840" data-vars-headline="Coral Gables pub calls for mayor to resign over World Cup spat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/30/coral-gables-election-charter-mayor-lago" target="_self">Coral Gables</a> Mayor Vince Lago to resign after a dispute over the venue&#x27;s desire to host World Cup watch parties.Why it matters: The public call is the latest escalation in the monthlong dispute between the two parties.

Tata's Yogurt Bar expands Miami's froyo craze

Miami&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="frozen yogurt scene" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/01/07/meli-frozen-yogurt-miami-froyo" data-vars-content-id="e146188a-a2e6-4945-95c5-8ec5ccb274bd" data-vars-headline="Tata&#x27;s Yogurt Bar expands Miami&#x27;s froyo craze" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/01/07/meli-frozen-yogurt-miami-froyo" target="_self">frozen yogurt scene</a> continues to expand, and I finally tried <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tata&#x27;s Yogurt Bar" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/tatasmiami/" data-vars-content-id="e146188a-a2e6-4945-95c5-8ec5ccb274bd" data-vars-headline="Tata&#x27;s Yogurt Bar expands Miami&#x27;s froyo craze" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/tatasmiami/" target="_blank">Tata&#x27;s Yogurt Bar</a>. Why it matters: I kept delaying my visit to the Coconut Grove eatery because my trusted sources (aka friends who also love froyo) had mixed reviews and frankly, I couldn&#x27;t handle a disappointing sweet treat.

No Seasons brewery matches burger prices to the pump

News

&quot;If the cost of living goes up, at least it taste better.&quot; That&#x27;s at least what the folks at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="No Seasons" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/no_seasons_/" data-vars-content-id="7e9810b5-cc13-42e3-aaf7-6305789a3bc8" data-vars-headline="No Seasons brewery matches burger prices to the pump" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/no_seasons_/" target="_blank">No Seasons</a> are saying. The intrigue: The micro brewery in Little River, formerly known as Off Site, introduced on social media this week <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the Pump Price Burger" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX9w9pfR2fI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-vars-content-id="7e9810b5-cc13-42e3-aaf7-6305789a3bc8" data-vars-headline="No Seasons brewery matches burger prices to the pump" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX9w9pfR2fI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank">the Pump Price Burger</a>. <ul><li>For the entire month, also National Burger Month, the brewery would follow national average gas costs and price the burger accordingly. </li></ul>

Barra Callao's small ceviche counter punches above its weight

Martin and I recently dined at Barra Callao in North Miami Beach and it&#x27;s our duty as journalists to tell you about it! The vibe: The small ceviche counter in an unassuming plaza feels both extremely casual and special.

Miami ghost kitchen delivers caviar and steak until 5am

A new delivery-only steakhouse wants to satisfy your cravings for fancy late-night munchies.

If you&#x27;re too fancy for fast food, a new delivery-only steakhouse wants to satisfy your late-night munchies.<ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Prime After Dark" data-vars-click-url="https://thedanaagency-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/2DxnYvEAxsfIW4Ye9pvFyNrbYOYn-Qtz80vn1lveGvRsL4VgwnQFIpmWiojHBSB2J8_01WlOhqHt6ZRVLOe5F9PWvPp2hI8jKirwSKBXw3TXz6xKmGNzg-artW8Gu3GMbFcY1yy9gWkEaVVP69CzUMfOyERZtoB_OleiNn6Bmm5SWE_Y8TJiq" data-vars-content-id="1fef3838-dda2-45f2-8c04-b4682c141f47" data-vars-headline="Miami ghost kitchen delivers caviar and steak until 5am" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://thedanaagency-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/2DxnYvEAxsfIW4Ye9pvFyNrbYOYn-Qtz80vn1lveGvRsL4VgwnQFIpmWiojHBSB2J8_01WlOhqHt6ZRVLOe5F9PWvPp2hI8jKirwSKBXw3TXz6xKmGNzg-artW8Gu3GMbFcY1yy9gWkEaVVP69CzUMfOyERZtoB_OleiNn6Bmm5SWE_Y8TJiq" target="_blank">Prime After Dark</a>, a Miami ghost kitchen that runs as late as 5am, delivers high-end dishes from caviar to filet mignon</li></ul>The big picture: As more <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="billionaires" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/01/08/california-billionaires-miami-wealth-tax-real-estate" data-vars-content-id="1fef3838-dda2-45f2-8c04-b4682c141f47" data-vars-headline="Miami ghost kitchen delivers caviar and steak until 5am" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/01/08/california-billionaires-miami-wealth-tax-real-estate" target="_self">billionaires</a> move into the city, this is the latest example of a business taking advantage of Miami&#x27;s concentration of wealth and affinity for excess.

H&H Bagels brings NYC dough to Miami

I usually roll my eyes when <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="yet another NYC restaurant" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/04/17/chef-michael-beltran-miamis-culinary-identity-ariete-hospitality-group" data-vars-content-id="7865ab23-d532-4d90-9732-80f3908da75e" data-vars-headline="H&amp;H Bagels brings NYC dough to Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/04/17/chef-michael-beltran-miamis-culinary-identity-ariete-hospitality-group" target="_self">yet another NYC restaurant</a> announces its move to Miami. <ul><li>But Miami&#x27;s bagel scene is notoriously lacking (don&#x27;t @ me, I love El Bagel!), so when the famous H&amp;H Bagels opened in Pinecrest in February, I was willing to give it a try. </li></ul>The intrigue: The dough is made and kettle-boiled in New York City to avoid using local water, according to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Miami New Times" data-vars-click-url="https://www.miaminewtimes.com/food-drink/legendary-new-york-bagel-shop-sets-miami-opening-date-40524433/" data-vars-content-id="7865ab23-d532-4d90-9732-80f3908da75e" data-vars-headline="H&amp;H Bagels brings NYC dough to Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.miaminewtimes.com/food-drink/legendary-new-york-bagel-shop-sets-miami-opening-date-40524433/" target="_blank">Miami New Times</a>. <ul><li>After its par-baked and shipped, the bagels are baked in specialized ovens to ensure the same quality in both NYC and Miami — a process that took years to perfect, owners told the outlet. </li></ul>The vibe: It&#x27;s a no-frills bagel shop with a handful of tables and a few high tops by the window. <ul><li>The ordering system is inefficient and I waited nearly 30 mins to place my order. But bagels were ready by the time I paid. (It&#x27;s a matter of waiting in line for the bagel versus waiting at your table.) </li></ul>What we ordered: I got the Nova Salmon with the Works (cold, smoked salmon, cream cheese, fresh tomato, onion and capers) on an everything bagel. <ul><li>My bff Nicky got the The ScalllionBT on an everything bagel. She ordered the spicy scallion cream cheese to go with her bacon and tomato toppings. </li></ul>The verdict: A fine bagel. The cream cheese-to-other-topping ratio was off (far too much), but the lox was fresh. <ul><li>The spicy scallion cream cheese had a nice kick to it.</li></ul>Yes, but: We didn&#x27;t try an egg sandwich option, which I&#x27;ve heard is where it&#x27;s at. The bottom line: It&#x27;s a solid bagel, but we didn&#x27;t understand the hype. <ul><li>We agreed El Bagel is better, but maybe that&#x27;s our homegrown pride. </li></ul>

At Imperial Moto, coffee with a side of smashburgers

One of the challenges about working from a coffee shop is deciding what to eat for lunch. <ul><li>Last year, Imperial Moto in Little River <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="launched" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DNYm3qjJTUw/?hl=en" data-vars-content-id="2ba2afc1-a020-4b2f-8808-aa70f27c1336" data-vars-headline="At Imperial Moto, coffee with a side of smashburgers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DNYm3qjJTUw/?hl=en" target="_blank">launched</a> a food truck serving smash burgers and sandwiches.</li></ul>

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Miami restaurant earns first Michelin Star

Which Miami shop has the best ice cream scoop?

Miami restaurateurs brace for another brutal summer slowdown

Coral Gables pub calls for mayor to resign over World Cup spat

Tata's Yogurt Bar expands Miami's froyo craze