The Collective Plate

After a long day at work, is there really anything better than a good beer with awesome friends? Ft. Lauderdale’s Riverside Market is just the place for that with wall to wall chilled beer fridges and a ton of comfortable couches. Plus, they have a great food menu that has a little bit of everything […]

With eight of us in the group, it’s been really great to explore everyone’s different tastes in food. Some of us like it really spicy, while some of us are still on the mild side of things. Of course, the one thing we can all agree on is that we love dessert. Cake, ice cream, […]

As a seasonal pass holder, I have had the privilege to go to Disney World countless of times. Many times, only riding one or two rides (sometimes none) and just eating the entire trip. If you had the option to eat in 11 different countries in Epcot, you’d do the same too! Disney has the […]

Shopping for presents, gift wrapping, and big meals with family and friends… it’s definitely beginning to look a lot like the holidays! 2012 seems to be flying by us, but what a memorable year it was. The Collective Plate was born in February and here we are! We hope that all your Thanksgiving celebrations were […]

Save money, save calories is my motto. Though every now and then (which seems to be a lot as of late) you have to LIVE A LITTLE! Read what I like to splurge on a) Black Forest Ham // The Cheese Course A sandwich with black forest ham, Brie, raspberry cranberry relish, and greens. Yes, […]

Oh, Rustic Inn… The Collective Plate is definitely planning on coming back. It’s always great to find places that aren’t just about the food, but the overall experience as well. With our mallets in hand, the team wasn’t afraid to get dirty for the sake of great seafood. Of course, it also helped that they […]

A crowd favorite in Miami’s trendy Midtown neighborhood, SUGARCANE Raw Bar Grill is the place for good food and great times. Executive Chef, Tim Balloo creates a one-of-a kind dining experience that marries Miami’s relaxed vibe with a tempting palette of South American flavors. High ceilings and an open air atmosphere easily welcomes cozy dinner […]

We often set up dates for the 8 of us to meet but there are definitely times when we will at the spur of the moment ask if anyone from our “posse” are free to join for dinner. This was the case! [And Salsa Fiesta was on our mind and our tummies.] Bigger is BETTER! […]

Always up for a food challenge, The Collective Plate was pretty excited about their first vegetarian meal at Miami’s Mi Vida Cafe. While known for their fresh food made with locally sourced ingredients, the team’s proud carnivores were still apprehensive about the meatless options. (And dinner with the group is always a good time!) Keep […]

The up and coming Midtown Miami neighborhood is filled with nightlife and great shopping. Among all the different eateries, Gigi has become a quick favorite for locals and celebrities alike. Known for serving up communal style plates using fresh and unique ingredients, the restaurant has a hip and chic feel that’s sure to please large […]