The only thing better the freshly made pasta and pounds of parmesan cheese is putting the two together. Then you have a supergroup of deliciousness. To recognize this sensational pairing we will highlight some of the best places to get yourself a plate of cheese wheel pasta in Florida.
In late 2023, the Cheese Professor released a deep-dive on this classic pairing. It not only tastes amazing, but the look of the process is an experience unto itself. The Cheese Professor digs into the deep history of this dish and how popular it is in American culture today. In fact they say, "A showstopper dish often served tableside, the TikTok hashtag #cheesewheelpasta has 232.8M views so it’s no wonder that diners are clamoring for it."
This pasta dish is as simple as it sounds. "Cheese Wheel Pasta is pasta that is made inside a large round of cheese, and when the hot pasta hits the cheesy “bowl” it melts even more cheese into the pasta," Pasta.com states.
Here Is Where To Get Great Cheese Wheel Pasta In Florida
It turns out Florida is a state where this comfort food shines. Pasta.com also detailed the best places to get a tasty plate of cheese wheel pasta. Two of the nine places highlighted are located right here in the Sunshine State.
Located in West Palm Beach, The City Cellar prepares their pasta in a 90 pound block of cheese. Next, heading south to Miami, Pane and Vino also serves up fantastic cheese wheel pasta in Florida. This restaurant also showcases their mouth-watering skills on social media where you can see their variations made tableside.
Lastly, we'll add one to the mix. La Trattoria on 5th avenue in Naples also serves up great cheese wheel pasta. It's only appropriate for our metro that shares a name with a historic Italian city to engage in this specialty. Furthermore, the atmosphere at La Trattoria is more of a casual vibe that allows kids to marvel at the experience, as well.
Two Florida Restaurants Named Among The Best For French Fries
Do you want fries with that? Tasting Table recently published a list of restaurants with the best French Fries in the country and two New Florida establishments were named.
"From high-end steakhouses and neighborhood brasseries' to fast food restaurants and even grocery store freezer aisles, fried spuds can be found in just about every type of restaurant or shop across the country," Tasting Table explains. Their feature is specific to non-fast food restaurants.
French Fries are always a fan-favorite whether a side dish, an appetizer, or just a snack. They come in all shapes and sizes. Shoe strings crispy versions, thick-cut steak fries, seasoned curly fries, waffle fries, and even tater tots (are those considered fries, though?).
French Fry Fun Facts
In a 2019 story published by the Daily Meal, they discussed unique facts on French Fries in America. Two of the most fascinating have to do with McDonald's. "Approximately 7 percent of the potatoes grown in the U.S. meet the same fate: they become McDonald's french fries," they said. They later stated that this fast food chain sells one-third of the French Fries consumed in the United States.
French Fries are like music. They are a common bond, and they are subjective. What one person prefers may be completely different from another. Better yet, both choices are correct.
For example, Best Things Florida released their list of best French Fries in the Sunshine State. It is completely different from Tasting Table's. However, Tasting Table went and explored all corners of the country to crown their French Fry kings.
The two restaurants in Florida that were recognized for having some of the best French Fries in the country serve two very different styles. One of them is part of a restaurant that has expanded to other markets. The other is served in a restaurant where fries compliment BBQ.
Broken Shaker - Miami
Located on 2727 Indian Creek Dr. in Miami Beach, Broken Shaker has fries that are so good, they even get their own line item on the menu. These are Shawarma Fries, served with Harissa ketchup. You can order them on their own or have the fries paired with any of their burgers or sandwiches. Although Broken Shaker does also have restaurants in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Madrid, their menus show a some different takes on their hand-cut fries in certain markets. For example, Los Angeles has Carne Asada fries. New York and Miami both have the Shawarma recipe.
The Polite Pig
"In terms of meaty all-American food pairings, french fries go just as well with barbecue as they do with burgers," Tasting Table exclaims. The Polite Pig is located in Disney Springs. They describe their menu by saying, "Our menu is inspired by the best seasonal food that Florida has to offer, bringing new twists to local flavors and BBQ." They serve waffle fries with a polite rub. They can be selected as a side to any dish or in a giant platter to accompany your catering order. In addition, sweet potato tots are on the menu as well.
