Welcome to Miami, Bienvendio a Miami", I can't help but listen to, Will Smiths, infamous
"Welcome to Miami" song as the plane makes its way to, Miami International Airport. I
My favorites, other than their macarons, is their chocolate almond croissant, their array of petit fours (they have over twelve kinds!) and their Profiterole's --HEAVEN! The wonderful thing about this company is you can always find a their goods being sold at local fresh markets across Miami, as well as seasonal events (be sure to check them out, along with other Miami venders, at the city's first "PUMPKIN PATCH" festival this weekend at Peacock Park Coconut Grove Sep 29th & 30th )
It gets better, Le Boudoir, has their macarons labeled as Le Macaron brand. This is their own brand, and not only is this brand carried in all three of their store locations, but they even are starting to branch out with just a, Le Macaron, store! There are limited food item's but the best thing to purchase are solely their macarons.
They currently have one in the quaint island of, Key Biscayne (Not to be confused with "Le Macaron Miami" a store with similar name and product soon to open this fall in South Miami, next to the Shops at Sunset Place( I can already see myself becoming obsessed with this location, being that I live only five minutes away.). Their salted caramel is AMAZING, their coconut taste like the beach-- in a good way, and their rose petal is revered by many-- or at least by me hahaha...
... and if you want to take it one step up,pair with drink of your choice!
They have many drinks to choose from. I prefer a brut or rose, if you are going for the bar, but if you want coffee or tea, they have that too! Especially, drum role please-- Harney and Sons Tea! This tea is taking off (if you are not sure what I'm talking about, check out "Macarons and A Spot Of Tea VOL.1)! I just found out that in some, Barnes and Noble stores, mainly their cafe section, you can also purchase this brand of tea!!!
-Le Royal French Bakery: 7370 57th Ave ( they a have a croissant filled with guava and cheese to satisfy the Miami
Until then, visit one of these places, and let me know what your favorite macaron flavor is (or recommend me a place)!
Pinkies Up,
-CARO
"Welcome to Miami" song as the plane makes its way to, Miami International Airport. I
promised you all a list of places, around miami, for the best way to satisfy your macaron
cravings.
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| LAND HO! |
Believe it or not, you can already start as soon as you arrive at the airport! I have been to many airports, and let me tell you, I haven't seen so much variety in one airport, like I have at M.I.A. (Miami International Airport). From big franchises, to limited goods from stores only located in Miami, it make's the "airport experience" much more enjoyable!
If you find yourself near gate, D17, you will see Ocean Drive Market Place. Go there! So many random things, from truffle oil, to sushi, cupcakes, and more. I love a little hodgepodge of items. I was completely sold when I notice the selection of macarons, from Atelier Monnier. They had just about all their flavors! My favorite is their Pistachio, Passion Fruit, and Rose Petal.
What a smart way to showcase their confections to newcomers!
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| JACKPOT!!! |
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| Salted Caramel, Cassis, Rose Petal, Passion Fruit, Pistachio |
Anyway, if you want the whole experience from them, visit their french bakery, Atelier Monnier, on 9563 South Dixie highway in the Dadeland Plaza. Not only will you find artisanal french pastries, but also select wines, gourmet sandwiches, and even ingredients if you want to attempt to make your own confections (more on that later!).
My favorites, other than their macarons, is their chocolate almond croissant, their array of petit fours (they have over twelve kinds!) and their Profiterole's --HEAVEN! The wonderful thing about this company is you can always find a their goods being sold at local fresh markets across Miami, as well as seasonal events (be sure to check them out, along with other Miami venders, at the city's first "PUMPKIN PATCH" festival this weekend at Peacock Park Coconut Grove Sep 29th & 30th )
On to the next, Le Boudoir, a restaurant/cafe in three areas of, Miami. We have Coral Gables, their first location, followed by Brickell, and recently this passed summer they opened in Downtown. Congrats to them on their success! Though, I'm not surprised! Everything I consume there, I'm never disappointed. I frequent their Coral Gables location, located on the upscale yet welcoming strip known as Miracle Mile (off of Ponce de Leon).
If it's a very humid day in the city, I usually find myself on the pink leather seating and admiring the beautifully decorated dark wood bar, tables, and pink walls with french accents. It's an adorable place to get your second wind from that crazy day you had! Before I get my sweet tooth going, I like to start off with some savory favorites by them!
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| I was in the area doing a shoot, I laughed so hard. |
If it's a very humid day in the city, I usually find myself on the pink leather seating and admiring the beautifully decorated dark wood bar, tables, and pink walls with french accents. It's an adorable place to get your second wind from that crazy day you had! Before I get my sweet tooth going, I like to start off with some savory favorites by them!
Some of, Le Boudoir's, menu items (savory):
- Escargot au Beurre d'Ail (Escargot with garlic butter)
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| Escargot and cold plate shared with, Amanda. |
- Quiche aux épinards et Brie ( spinach and brie quiche)
- La Moite Moite (half imported cheese/ half cold cuts plate, great to share!)
- Croque-Monsieur (ham and cheese, gruyere, grilled sandwich)
- and if your feeling creative, make your own sandwich (I go nuts with brie, prosciutto, pate,and greens, on a croissant)
Now for sweet....
When I first had their macarons, I immediately fell in love! Then after having tried, Laduree's parisian cookies, I had something to compare top quality macarons too and realized of all the places in Miami, these were the closest to them! It was as if I was transported to, Laduree. Their consistency with each bite sized shell was perfect, and the flavored fillings perfumed the shells beautifully, making them my favorite macarons to purchase throughout, Miami.
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| QUE RICO! |
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| Their Macaron Display |
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| Take a box home to your loved one. |
They currently have one in the quaint island of, Key Biscayne (Not to be confused with "Le Macaron Miami" a store with similar name and product soon to open this fall in South Miami, next to the Shops at Sunset Place( I can already see myself becoming obsessed with this location, being that I live only five minutes away.). Their salted caramel is AMAZING, their coconut taste like the beach-- in a good way, and their rose petal is revered by many-- or at least by me hahaha...
... and if you want to take it one step up,pair with drink of your choice!
So between, Atelier Monnier, and Le Boudoir/Le Macaron, You can frequent those places and maybe join me in my obsession of macarons!
There are many wonderful bakeries, that carry macarons throughout Miami. I just wanted to focus on a few, but if you are interested in more check out the following...
-Sweet Point Bakery and Cafe: 3252 NE 1st Ave,located in Midtown Shopping Center.
On tuesday's the pastries are 50% off!
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| Giant buttercream and berry filled macaron! |
-Buena Vista Deli: 4590,NE 2nd Ave, Design District
(in Little Haiti). It's really a hidden gem.
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| If you blink, you might miss it! |
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-La Provence: What started out on South Beach has turned out to be one of the biggest french bakery/cafe across the the greater part of Miami, pick the location closest to you, visit laprovencemiami.com
If you read french, or know someone that does (Thank you, Mother!) you can also check out the website called,
"The French District", http://frenchdistrict.com/floride (a great way to find the "in", on french anything in many cities!)
Think I've talked enough about macarons? How about where to have "High Tea"?
If you remembered this beautiful picture (above) at the end of my post of, Vol. 1, then wonderful, because now is the time to let out the secret! Located in the heart of South Miami is "Veronica's Dollhouse", 7212 Red road. It really is all in the name! You open the doors and all of the sudden you have walked into a life-sized dollhouse! This gorgeous boutique has anything from dresses, housewares, to sweets for purchase. What set's this charming boutique apart from the rest, is it's tea parties. At last, a place where you can have your childhood memories come back to life!
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| A DREAM! |
I was that little girl, who got her first tea set and put on parties for my parents, siblings, and of course my stuffed animals. Now children to ladies of any generation in the family can enjoy sweet and savory delights along with an endless pot of tea! You can theme your tea party with colors of your choosing or films and stories that you have grown to love over the years. No matter what your age, they have a theme for you!
Veronica and Andy, sisters and owners of the dollhouse, dedicate their time in making sure every detail is pristine and beautifully presented for you. They will go over every detail with you and modify the tea party to fit to your liking, be it a small or large group. These tea parties are great for the little one's, but just as great for us ladies, be it a special occasion i.e.; bridal shower, baby shower, birthday, cooperate event, book club, or just because!
Veronica and Andy, sisters and owners of the dollhouse, dedicate their time in making sure every detail is pristine and beautifully presented for you. They will go over every detail with you and modify the tea party to fit to your liking, be it a small or large group. These tea parties are great for the little one's, but just as great for us ladies, be it a special occasion i.e.; bridal shower, baby shower, birthday, cooperate event, book club, or just because!
Great pricing and great quality for private tea parties! You will truly enjoy this experience!
If you don't have time to plan a tea party and have a few guest to entertain on short nortice, then I recommend the "High Tea" at, The Biltmore Hotel, in Coral Gables. They only offer this event, Monday through Friday, at either 3:00P.M. or 4:30P.M., reservations are highly recommended!
You get a three tiered plating tray with sweet and savory treats (including macarons), along with a tea of your choice in your own pot. The best part is, it's inexpensive and you get to enjoy the romantic vintage setting of, The Biltmore Hotel.
Now, if you have tried one, or all (or maybe none of the places mentioned, who knows?), and now feel inspired to try and bake these amazing confections, I'll recommend you some great books to help you along the way! Some purely for their flavoring ideas, others for their genius methods of making the shell, and a select few just cause-- But that's for next time!
Now, if you have tried one, or all (or maybe none of the places mentioned, who knows?), and now feel inspired to try and bake these amazing confections, I'll recommend you some great books to help you along the way! Some purely for their flavoring ideas, others for their genius methods of making the shell, and a select few just cause-- But that's for next time!
Until then, visit one of these places, and let me know what your favorite macaron flavor is (or recommend me a place)!
Pinkies Up,
-CARO
Love tea time and macarons, and yours are pretty amazing!! Loving the blog and need to visit the places you listed. I need some inspiration ;)
ReplyDeleteWell, Anonymous, maybe one day you will come forward but for right now-- THANK YOU! I hope you do, and tell your friends. I would love some feed back! I'm going to be posting some of my own macaron's, along with what books helped me along the way!
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