Miami may be known more for its sea, sun, and salsa than for its food, but in recent years, it's been polishing its reputation as a place to do some serious eating. Here is our list, from high-end hot spots to local favorites.

It's not too late! Here's our complete guide to hosting the perfect Fourth of July celebration, complete with easy buffet menu, festive drinks, and patriotic table ideas.

In this episode of "Around the World in 80 Dishes," we're headed to Mexico for a recipe demonstration by Iliana de la Vega, teaching us how to make Carnitas Tacos. Watch the video, try the recipe, and then come back here to comment.

For this easy-to-prepare menu, the focus is on simple recipes with good-quality ingredients. Finally, add a few homemade touches, such as your own barbecue sauce, to spice things up.

Pump up the flavor in your food by using fire, not fat. Here are some delicious low-calorie and low-fat recipes for the barbecue.

For a casual backyard barbecue, only a few well-chosen drinks are necessary. Offer a large batch of one summer cocktail and a limited selection of wine and beer, plus some nonalcoholic options.

When it comes to outdoor parties, casual is the name of the game. There's no need to go overboard with decorations or activities, but Karen Bussen has several easy ideas for setting the scene.

To make sense of the best wine pairings, it helps to recognize the worst pairings, too.

As public awareness of food origin, safety, sustainability, and nutrition grows, farmers' job descriptions are being transformed. These eight modern-day soil soldiers crusade to keep the earth and its people healthy and thriving.

This week, enjoy all-American menus in honor of Independence Day. Start things off with a taste of the Creole South, sample regional fare from California and New England, and finish the week with a juicy burger.