Where to Go for Cinco de Mayo...

No matter what your nationality may be, most of us love to celebrate Cinco de Mayo at local trendy Mexican restaurants. Great Meals Miami has a list of where to dine and drink for this spectacular Mexican fiesta!


1. Cancun Grill in Miami Lakes. Enjoy a LIVE Mariachi Band, lots of drinks and food starting at 5 p.m.

2. Mercadito Midtown

3. Talavera Coral Gables

4. Rosa Mexicano in Brickell celebrates with live music, a special menu and lots of prizes and giveaways.

5. Jaguar, 3067 Grande Avenue, Coconut Grove, will have a grand party starting at 8 p.m.

6. Chilorio’s, 130 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, celebrates with 2 for 1 Mexican beers. The restaurant also is giving complimentary nachos with a purchase of $20 or more.

7. Lime celebrates with $3 Cornoas, drink specials, entertinment & giveaways between 11am-10pm. Extra bonus - keep the party going all month long with $3 Coronas through the end of May.

New Business: Not Just Cakes by Patty

Many of you have probably already tried Mischa's Cupcakes which are known for being quite delicious, but a new local cupcake and cake shop is the next hit in town. Not Just Cakes by Patty is the new sensation serving cupcakes of every possible flavor including cookies n'cream, guava, carrot cake, dulce de leche, coconut, strawberry and many more.

The delicately painted cake shop on Sunset Drive prepares everything using only the finest ingredients. We stopped by during the store's grand opening and tried a few of these sweet treats. They were so good I couldn't figure out which one was my favorite. The cookies n'cream cupcake has a cookie layer in the bottom which adds a nice texture. The dulce de leche cupcake is filled in the center with just the right amount of dulce de leche without being too sweet.

Not Just Cakes by Patty also specializes in catering to special events such as wedding, bridal showers, baby showers, birthdays or any other special occasion. Customers can choose from cakes on a stick, cupcake towers, an elegant three tier cake or anything else they wish to design. Mini cupcakes cost 80 cents, regular sized cupcakes cost $1.25, and the jumbo sized cupcakes cost $2.50.

Not Just Cakes by Patty
10067 SW 72nd Street
Miami, FL 33173
(305) 401-0401

HOT Deal Alert: Get a $50 Restaurant Gift Certificate for $4

Saving a couple of bucks here and there is something we all like and dining at very high-end restaurants every week can sometimes get expensive. So I decided to hunt down some deals to use every now and then, and what I found is quite impressive.

This week the deal is at Casablanca Seafood Bar and Grill. This little restaurant by North Miami River has been around for many many years. Despite not being located in the greatest neighborhood and not having the fanciest decorations, the seafood is always fresh and delicious. To top it off, the restaurant has outdoor seating with a view of Miami's skyline. How would you like to get a $50 gift certificate for only $4? Well, it's true and I just printed one out for myself. There are some steps you need to follow but it's well worth it.

1. Visit www.coupons.com and click on the red tab on the left hand side title "Restaurant Deals."

2. A window will open asking you to enter your zip code.

3. Once you are redirected to a different website search for "Casablanca Seafood Bar and Grill. You can now select the gift certificate that best suits your needs. When you checkout, you will receive an additional discount and your certificate will be cheaper than buying a meal at a fast food restaurant.

To use the $50 gift certificate you need to spend a minimum of $100. Remember to stop by Great Meals Miami to find more great deals every Friday!

Special Event: Dine for a Great Cause

On Tuesday, May 17, take the opportunity to dine with some of South Florida’s most popular chefs during the Chefs For a Cure event at the Eden Roc Hotel in Miami Beach. The five-course feast will benefit the American Association for Cancer Research. Enjoy an exquisite meal prepared by the very best while helping out in the fight against cancer. Participating chefs include Paul DaSilva(1500°), Dean Max (3030 Ocean), Michael Bloise (American Noodle Bar), Timon Balloo (Sugarcane) and Sean Brasel (pictured from Meat Market). Some of these restaurants have been featured right here at Great Meals Miami. The menu will feature a variety of items to give guests a taste of the best of Miami.

More Details:
Chefs For a Cure
Tuesday, May 17, 7pm
1500° at the Eden Roc Hotel, Miami Beach
$150 per person
For reservations call 305-674-5594

Special Event: 32nd Annual Food & Garden Festival at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

Looking for something to do this weekend in Miami? Check out the 32nd Annual Food and Garden Festival at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden.



Click here to find out how to get $2 off admission.

Delicious Corn Souffle Recipe

Ever since I discovered this Corn Souffle recipe I have been preparing it for a variety of occasions including birthdays, Thanksgiving or simply as a dinner appetizer or side. This dish is so good that some people have even told me they would have it with ice cream or honey. It's definitely worth a try and if you're not the greatest cook, there's no need to worry. Prep time is less than 10 minutes and the rest is up to the oven.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Serves: 6-8 People

Ingredients:
1 can 15 oz. cream style corn
1 can condensed milk
1 stick butter or margarine - melted
2 eggs - beaten
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch of salt

Directions:
Mix all ingredients in blender
Pour in greased Pyrex or glassware (preferrably 9x12 pan)
Bake 35 minutes or until golden brown on top.

I personally enjoy serving it warm!