Did someone say Roadside Chicken Mole Tacos??

THE TRUCK STOPS HERE!!

In case you haven't heard by now, there's a black truck adorned with red flames parking it all around Miami serving up scrumptious burgers and tacos at super low prices. And my favorite part is the fries, let me not even start telling you about the a special seasoning they sprinkle on them, to die for!

I know you're wondering "Why is the Commish eating at roadside trucks, pent up for cash these days?" Well not really, although if you have some extra throw it my way!

The real reason I made a u-turn when I saw this truck on the roadside is because it is owned by a little chef named Ingrid Hoffman who just happens to have a show on the Food Network called Simply Delicioso and a best selling cook book by the same name.

She's a hispanic chef (Colombian to be exact) who has lived in Miami for many years and is now blessing us with cheap, good eats!

The fun part about it is that on any given day you can go to the website - http://latinburger.com/

to find out what location they are stopping at for that day. And they can park it anywhere. I've seen them in Design District and my recent visit took place on Biscayne at the Busy Bee's carwash. And the other day I heard they were in Aventura. So the possibilities are endless.

Let me know what you order and what you think about it when you check it out.

Tell them Ms. Commish sent you!

Stripping just became legal on Lincoln Rd...

Walking on Lincoln Road isn't just good, clean fun for the family anymore we now have something scandalous for those with a more lascivious appetite.

The Strip, which just opened where the old Rumi lounge once stood, is a place where just about anything can happen. One minute you're encountered with a dance duo on stage and the next you're experiencing a psychedelic intermission by the host.

From ultra sexy burlesque clad bartenders

and dancers

to an intensely flamboyant host,

my Thursday night sizzled. Although I grew up in a city, where showing skin is almost a requisite, I found it difficult to believe I was standing in a club on Lincoln Road watching all sorts of promiscuous behavior as part of a show. And did I mention nudity? Enough to make this good ole Miami girl a little hot and bothered!

The choreography and logistics, I must say, could have been carried out a bit smoother for my taste, but it was a very interesting evening and the ladies did a great job.

Upon entering, picture a bar with vertical monkey bars on each end, rope straps hanging from the roof of the bar and swings dangling from the ceiling along with all kinds of other contraptions the girls have at their disposal.

The bar is nestled under a stage that is only viewable from the 2nd floor therefore from the moment you walk in, you are instantly curious and drawn to rush upstairs. BUT my question is, will the shows be performed just for those dropping big dollars up stairs or will anyone be able to get a taste of the action??

Regardless, I am sure this venue decorated with velvet gold lined chairs, soft lit sconces and risque images scattered throughout will blow the tassels off of everything ESPECIALLY its resident dancers.

I can only imagine what kinds of reactions future performances will spur, but I'm sure they will be anything but ordinary...

It's a virtual garage sale!

In recent months I came to notice that every other friend I've spoken to has either been holding garage sales on their front lawns or more efficiently selling everything but the kitchen sink online!

Folks are getting rid of old books, purses, moldy coats (please dry clean before selling) and anything not bolted down or needed for immediate use. Its quite a phenomenon if you ask me.

To think the items we used to hoard and treasure. Like the pair of pants that used to fit you just right but are now a couple sizes too small but you were hoping you would fit back in them - gone.

The Fendi purse your mom gave you that you thought you'd use one day but just haven't found the right occasion and its been sitting in your closet for years - gone.

The massive amounts of dusty books you've kept around displaying your intellect are now not as necessary as you once thought, you can show people how smart you are in other ways - gone.

With a couple of clicks on the key board, these possessions which were once prized and adored are being thrown into the fire in order to pay for other important things like food, shelter and gasoline!

Our parents always told us that one mans junk was another mans treasure and we never really got it did we? Well now we do and we're learning it the hard way. An article on Reuters states, "its not about getting rid of clutter anymore, its about survival." And they're not kidding.

So don't be ashamed, its merely cause and effect, a product of our current state. So click away friends, click away to a better tomorrow because in today's economy you can't just sit around and sulk, you've gotta get up and do whatever you can to stay afloat and if selling the old beanbag puts gas in your tank to get you to the next interview then so be it!

And if one day I just happen to see you strolling out of Goodwill I promise that little secret stays between you and me...

Love and War..

Its difficult to decipher when was the first time you were left out in the rain by someone you cared about(emotionally, that is) and made to feel incompetent or unwanted or like nothing you thought mattered but each of us will admit albeit reluctantly that it has happened to you. And on this the eve of Valentines Day, I saw fit to implement a few of my thoughts on the subject of finding true love. If it still actually exists somewhere, I heard Love was hiding with the Loch-ness monster for a while and then was seen living it up with the tooth-fairy, leaving all of us to wonder does Love actually want to be found?

And as much as we've tried to avoid it, get around it and ignore it, you just can't stop yourself from being drawn to the light and imagining the perfect scenario. The scenario we all strive for when it comes to relationships where everything just seems to fall into place and make sense.

Some of us, if we're lucky, achieve parts of this perfect scenario while the rest of us are left to fin for ourselves in this deep, ravenous, extremely hazardous war zone called dating," its really a jungle out here!

A jungle none of us were equipped to deal with. It's a war zone where each person follows their own rules. Rules they learned and developed through their own personal experiences, some treacherous and some amazing. But all unique to that individual. Meaning that each and every single person's hard drive is set to a different function.

We are all in the same war and yet we are all playing by different rules? Its quite shocking if you ask me. How is someone supposed to find the one? Where's the playbook because didn't get one on the way into this mess...?

I think in this world filled with great expectations, we need to go back in time to the days when people got together because they got to know on another and each others families first. Yes I know, these traditional methods do sound intrusive and uncomfortable to most but we really need to go back in time a little here. Obviously the options we have been trying thus far are just simply not working are they?

We find ourselves going in and out of spurts of relationships that never lead to anything meaningful and end before you ever got to really know the person, yet you are left with all these impressions and emotions that get harder and harder to shake off as years pass. And its the same for men as it is for women. We all feel it at some point, maybe some later than others..

Isn't anyone ready to get off the Roller Coaster? I sure am, and I'll tell you, although I spend most of my time by the pool tipping the cabana boy, I've learned the importance of finding true meaningful relationships. Starting with friends, to family and lovers. The more "time" you take to get to know the person, the better things will be for everyone.

I know it seems like a foreign concept, this thing called "taking time" that none of us have enough of now a days. But you know what, the last time I checked, we still have 24 hours in a day and 365 days in year so the time is there. We just need to take it easy. Your opportunity will come, you just need to give it time...

I have a feeling, due to the subject matter, this will be the first of many installments but in the meantime keep in mind that Love only hurts if you let it and remember have faith in your bare instincts.

Au revoir!

New little hot spot sizzles on N. Miami Ave.

Who said there weren't any cool little hot spots to visit in Midtown? Let me just tell you, this little spot may just give lush a whole new meaning. Hidden behind a shopping center just off of the famed N. Miami Ave. this bar/club had me pumping till 3am on Friday. For a girl who gave up on the South Beach scene some years back, this little hideout is making me dust off my dancing shoes.

Although you wouldn't expect or imagine it, there is a door man with velvet rope and all manning the flood gates. And although he's extremely hot, I must say his pretension lingered on the verge of bouncers at the old Prive' and that is uncalled for, you're in the back of a shopping center for Gods sakes!

After breaking down the fortress that was the door guy, we managed to make our way in and headed straight for the bar. The place was packed, the music was thumping and all were smiling, especially me! Champagne was in order as we had some friends in from LA and tequila (to-kill-ya) shots too (bad idea) but I haven't had fun like this since Summer of 05, man what a year! ;)

So thank you Bardot's for reminding me that the dancing girl in me still exists!

Cutest little breakfast place this side of 95..

Morgan's is a new place to eat breakfast, lunch or mouthwatering chocolate chip cookies. Located on 29 Street just East of N. Miami Avenue, this sweet little place reminds me of the Hampton's and the Keys. It just has this airy, relaxed feel although its located in a somewhat of an industrial area. But with the growth of Midtown near by this local eatery is certain to please all the new residents and old ones as well who are always dieing to find new little spots to visit in Miami.

Anyone who knows me knows that I had to try the Eggs Benedict, just because I am trying to find the best in Miami, any suggestions let me know. Morgan's was delicious but not the best thus far.

The ambiance was cool and inviting, the service was gracious and very detailed, actually made me feel good that I was up so early on a Sunday and that's lovely.

I can't tell you how pleased I was to walk out and be handed a humongous chocolate chip cookie by the wonderful manager. Let me tell you if there is any way you want to get customers back to visit, hand them a homemade chocolate chip cookie on their way out and that's it, you got em! ;)

Needless to say I will be frequenting this little breakfast paradise and hopefully I'll see you there. I have to apologize though, the cookie is mine..

Bon apetit!

Sweet as the Sweetest Sugarcane...

If you have a moment, whether it is during the week or on a Friday like me, make sure to stop by the newest little spot in midtown called Sugarcane for a little R & R, good drinks and sweet ambiance. I sat at the bar with one of my new favorite bartenders named Jamal and drank more Sapporo drafts than I care to mention.

The feel is airy and sophisticated. Just on the cusp of pretentious, but since you're in midtown you let it slide. Cool music by a dj who seemed like a reincarnated Capote.

The first thing I tried was the beer, then after that I figured I might as well have some dinner. I ordered a crispy, spicy tuna roll that was quite good but a little small if you ask me. Then I moved on to something a little more plentiful and went for the bacon. My eyes zeroed in on this one item I read called Bacon wrapped Dates and I was sold. The bacon was perfectly cooked and wrapped around the date perfectly. Very delicious, a must try.

The food is very well prepared but served in fairly small portions. They mention its a 'sharing menu' but that's code for "we charge more for less."

All in all I had a splendid time at this new little hot spot and the best part of it was knowing that it is just down the street from Target! It's my new favorite place, I'll see you there...

Yummie, Yum, Yum for Mr. Yum!

Well here you have it, the best sushi restaurant I've been to in a while and for a place that has dubbed one of my favorite words as its name, I must say it delivers. The best part is that out of all the places you would find a good sushi place, its located smack in the middle of little Havana! And you wouldn't even know it from its very fashionable interior. The feel is kind of LA meets South Beach meets NY. The moment you walk in your zapped by color and flavor. A very hip atmosphere, nice crowd and need I mention, GREAT FOOD. The fish is very fresh, nice cuts of Sashimi. The appetizers were delectable and the house sake was delicious. Word is Mama Yum's recipees are what gives this place its gastronomic edge, but you didn't hear it from me.

I really enjoyed the entire experience from start to finish. I remember sitting back as I scarfed down my delicious roll filled with green apple chunks and cilantro and with a wowed look on my face thinking to myself "Oh, I get it... 'Mr. Yum!'"

So it is my duty as the Commish to tell you, if you haven't been there yet, make your way on over to SW 8th street for some good Sushi (I know, it still sounds funny to me too, 8st and sushi?) and tell Bond Ms. Commish says Hello.

Legions away from the ordinary...

The American Legion located off of Biscayne down a little obscure street that not many have dared to tread, is no longer a meeting place for our Veterans but now on any given night home to a medley of down tempo, home slice, off the path hipsters who know how to party well and drink well too.

This, dive bar meets "function room," features live music and Dj's, an outside bar, low priced spirits, a free pool table and even bay views, making this little hideout a must-be-at location for anyone who knows the value of a dollar and likes to have a drink more here than there.

Tucked away behind the hustle and bustle of Biscayne Blvd, all you have to be is 21 and be in-the-know to get in here and guess what? Now, you know!

Its dive-y, its cool, its the new place to be and when I was there the special of the night was free Pabst Blue Ribbon beer, and now if that doesn't impress you, I don't know what will..

I have a little secret but I'll tell you..

I just had the most fabulous dinner at the nicest little restaurant serving Aegean(Turkish and Greek) delights called Mandolin. It just opened two weeks ago and and its absolutely phenomenal!!! I can't tell you what an beautiful time I had. The food was superb, the outside seating was lovely and the service was great. I felt like I was in Europe. I almost want to keep it to myself its so good! But I know you will appreciate it as much as I do. Miami is finally coming into its own when it comes to local eateries, we just need to keep supporting these little gems so they stick around. Bon appetit!
Ps. Tell them I sent you...

Eat like a king, Devito's way!

As much as I love our local "feastery" Prime 112, I have to say that Devito's definitely packs a punch as well. Located where Joia used to be, this Italian chop house serves large robust dishes that make your mouth water. If you don't mind waiting over a couple glasses of pinot noir at the bar, you'll be in for a treat. From the gigantic onion rings, to the lobster mash potato, there's so much to get excited about on this menu. Not only can you get great cuts of meat but there is also a large selection of seafood dishes. The service was good and the ambiance was fun. Flat screen tv's playing The Godfather and dimmed sconces decorated the walls. I had the delicious filet mignon, which for some reason I always end up having no matter what anyone says, I just love what I love. Then there was the cake. And when I say cake I mean tower of chocolate decadence covered with tiny herseys kisses and decorated with gummie bears, this thing was humongous!! The slice was as big as a whole cake! And was so delicious I couldn't stop eatting, needless to say my New Years resolution may be incuding some situps even though I don't believe in working out! And although I never recommend a place unless I visit it twice, I have to tell you, if you like big portions, Italian food and The Godfather, this is definitely where you should go. It seemed very family friendly, not as romantic as the decor implied but maybe it depends on the night. Mangia, mangia..