WYNWOOD WALLS (MIAMI)

Joyce set up a trip to Wynwood Walls before we grabbed a bite to eat. Wynwood Walls were a product of late Tony Goodman in 2009 to showcase street art.  Wynwood is a warehouse district and Tony recognized that the windowless walls provided an amazing giant canvas.  After speaking with our Uber driver the area has truely transformed from a place of drugs and prostitution to a place of creativity and exploration.

FOODVENTURE: Mandolin Aegean Bistro (MIAMI)

Miami has such a great food scene.  One would visit to take in Caribbean or Cuban cuisine given the proximity to both regions, but there are other great spots like Mandolin, in the Art District of Miami. Mandolin highlights Mediterranean fare with simple ingredients and bold flavors.  You can taste the attention to detail and the homage they pay to their family recipes.

I didn't take a shot of the courtyard, but it was amazing.  Not only was the food so good, the ambiance was top notch.  Since we both had our fair share of bug bites we opted for inside seating which was really nice; one because there was A/C and two it was like we had a private dinner.  The decor inside was perfect, very cottage chic.

So this always happens when Joyce and I go on a foodventure, we get a starter that is really supposed to feed 4 or more people.  So we have the insurmountable task of trying to finish it.  Good thing this trio of tzatziki, eggplant puree, and humus could be used for all our entrees. 

This is where simplicity is never overrated.  Perfectly grilled octopus with a hit of lemon.  Ridiculous.

Keftes: grilled lamb and beef meatballs.

On the outside, what looks like a simple lamb dish over orzo pilaf, is a perfectly seasoned and cooked rack of lamb.  It is amazing comfort food like if your Greek grandma (pretend you have a Greek grandma) has cooked this for you because she is so happy to see you.

Another thing I really like about Miami is how fast everything comes out.  There is no fuss about it, which is awesome because I am always so hangry.

FOODVENTURE: Puerto Sagua (MIAMI)

With over 1000 plus reviews at 4 stars, we couldn't over look this joint.  Puerto Sagua serves up authentic Cuban cuisine and brought Joyce and I back to Turks and Caicos.

Joyce was all about the mango juice.

The table is set.

Oxtail Stew.

Fried Whole Red Snapper.

FOODVENTURE: Los Olas (MIAMI)

Joyce and I hit up Miami to take a break from the grind and run through the local food scene.  This spot, Los Olas, was at the top of the list and came with many recommendations.  It was also featured by Anthony Bourdain on his travel channel show "The Layover: Miami".  A local spot, Los Olas is known for dishing out solid cuban favorites.

Joyce was hyped on the fried goodies in the window.  

We had a little starter with a ham croqueta and beef empanada.  Writing this post after getting back from our trip I can proudly say I ate these empanadas everyday of the trip.  It was that good and worth the trek back to get this fried goodness.

On our flight to Miami we watched Chef and after all that cuban food porn, it was satisfying to sink my teeth into a legit cubano.  Damn it was good and yes I had this more than once too.  I am not ashamed.

MIAMI

DISNEYLAND

We spent labor day at the happiest place on earth to do some people watching, eat awesome snacks, and take in some rides.