13 FEBRUARY 13-19, 2025 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES | CONTENTS | LETTERS | NEWS | NIGHT+DAY | CULTURE | CAFE | MUSIC | BRUNCH EVERY SAT & SUN BEST WATERFRONT VIEWS IN MIAMI 3201 RICKENBACKER CWY, KEY BISCAYNE, FL 33149 | 305.361.3818 WWW.THERUSTYPELICAN.COM BE SOCIAL WITH US! /RUSTYPELICANMIAMI Month XX–Month XX, 2008 miaminewtimes.com MIAMI NEW TIMES | CONTENTS | LETTERS | RIPTIDE | METRO | NIGHT+DAY | STAGE | ART | FILM | CAFE | MUSIC | ▼ WYNWOOD VOODOO DOUGHNUT TO OPEN IN MIAMI Doughnut lovers in Miami, your sweet crav- ings are about to get a serious upgrade: Voo- doo Doughnut, Portland’s iconic doughnut shop known for its wildly creative flavors and eye-catching pink boxes, is opening its first Miami location in Wynwood this year. Lo- cated at 2401 NW Second Ave., the Miami shop will be situated on Wynwood’s main strip, walking distance to staples like Coyo Taco and Panther Coffee. “We are excited to bring Voodoo to Miami and extend our creative culinary roots across the coast,” says Chris Schultz, CEO of Voodoo Doughnut. “As a brand committed to celebrat- ing artistry and innovation, Wynwood feels like the perfect fit, and we look forward to be- coming a part of this dynamic neighborhood.” Voodoo’s story began in 2000 (more than 23 years ago!) when founders and friends Kenneth “Cat Daddy” Pogson and Tres Shan- non noticed the lack of doughnut shops in downtown Portland. Therefore, in 2003, they took a chance on renting a small storefront between two nightclubs in Old Town, where they jokingly swore to achieve “world dough- nut domination.” Well, they were certainly onto something. Since then, Voodoo Doughnut has pushed the boundaries of what a doughnut can be — they’re even credited with creating the gour- met doughnut category, offering imaginative, over-the-top flavor combinations that have drawn legions of loyal fans. Now, with 22 lo- cations around the country, the iconic pink boxes and creative doughnuts have become a cult favorite for anyone with a sweet tooth. Some of Voodoo’s signature doughnuts have earned a place in the hearts of doughnut lovers nationwide. These include the “Old Dirty Bas- tard,” a doughnut topped with chocolate frost- ing, chocolate cream-filled cookies, and peanut butter drizzle; the “Memphis Mafia,” featuring fried dough with banana chunks, cinnamon, and a mix of glaze, chocolate chips, peanuts, and drizzles of chocolate and peanut butter, and the “Maple Blazer Blunt,” dusted with cin- namon sugar, maple frosting, and red sprinkles. Voodoo Doughnut’s arrival in Wynwood marks an exciting expansion for the brand, with five more locations coming soon, includ- ing the Miami shop. Miami’s doughnut scene, however, is no stranger to creativity. Local fa- vorites like the Salty Donut, which is consid- ered to be Miami’s first “artisanal doughnut shop,” have made their mark in the Magic City with bold flavors and a passionate fan base. These shops have built a strong follow- ing in the last decade with their dedication to quality and innovation, setting the stage for a healthy doughnut rivalry in the Magic City. Details about Voodoo Doughnut openings are expected to be announced in the coming months. Voodoo Doughnut. voodoodoughnut.com. Opening in Wynwood in 2025. CLARISSA BUCH ZIL- BERMAN AND RACHEL COSTA ▼ POINTS NORTH MICHELIN TO ADD FORT LAUDERDALE, PALM BEACHES It’s official: the Sunshine State is turning heads in the culinary world, including those with major international street credibility. With so many new restaurants and exciting chefs emerging every day, the Michelin Guide has announced it will expand its selection in Florida with three new destinations being added this year. The news comes shortly after the addition of ten new restaurants to the Florida Michelin Guide and Miami’s inclusion in the Michelin Guide’s new list, “Where to Go in 2025: 10 Ex- citing Foodie Destinations to Explore.” According to the official statement, the Michelin Guide selections will now include Greater Fort Lauderdale, the Palm Beaches, and St. Pete-Clearwater, when previously it only covered Greater Miami, Orlando, and Tampa. “Florida continues to raise the bar with its emerging culinary talent, international influ- ences, and the palpable passion of its local res- taurant communities,” says Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the Mi- chelin Guides. “Over the past three years, we’ve seen the Florida selection grow and strengthen as our Inspectors shined a spotlight on their discoveries. We look forward to exploring these new destinations and highlighting the excellence of their local restaurant scene.” While the news was just announced on Tuesday, February 4, the Michelin Guide’s anonymous inspectors are already out in the field finding culinary gems in the new cities to create the 2025 restaurant selection. This year’s selection will be revealed during the annual Michelin Guide ceremony for Florida. The restaurant selection follows Mi- chelin’s historical methodology, based on five universal criteria, to ensure each destina- tion’s selection equity: 1) quality products; 2) the harmony of flavors; 3) the mastery of cooking techniques; 4) the voice and person- ality of the chef as reflected in the cuisine; 5) consistency between each visit and through- out the menu (each restaurant is inspected several times a year). | TASTE TEST | ▼ Café Voodoo Doughnut photo Voodoo Doughnut birthed the gourmet doughnut craze.
