​Fauchon is synonymous with French decadence in the food world. Ever since Auguste Fauchon, a street vendor and wine merchant, started his company back in 1886, customers have been flocking to stores that bear his name to pick up macaroons, fancy jams, champagne, chocolates, mustards, crackers and wines.

Being a true Frenchman Eddy Le Garrec, owner of W Wine Boutique on the Beach, has added these delectable delights to his selection.  After all, what goes better with a bottle of Chateau Margaux then some Perigord truffles and mini Roquefort crepes?

​W Wine Boutique is the exclusive reseller of Fauchon products and offers a selection of gift "coffrets;" elegant black boxes that open up to a treasure trove of indulgence. These coffrets range from $59.99 for Le Petit (this does include half bottle of Fauchon Champagne), to the Balthazar for $449.99. This luxury box includes a bottle of Champagne and will get you as close to a taste of Paris without getting on a plane.

So next time you're looking for that perfect gift for your overindulgent self, head on over to see Eddy and he'll show you how to live it up - Parisian style.

​Live music, good and affordable food, and a bohemian vibe made One Ninety popular among locals back when it operated in Buena Vista. It then closed and reopened at a new location after a two-year absence. And then it closed again to the disappointment of many.

The man behind it all, however, chef Alan Hughes is back. This time with a "guerilla" one-table restaurant that anyone can book a reservation at as long as there are four or more people in the party. Here's what Hughes had to say about it and his whereabouts.

How did the idea for Luuur come about?

Old clients of mine have been insistent of me opening a new place, so much so that [they] asked if they could come to my home to eat and that's how the idea began.

What's with the name?

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Bubbly

​Champagne + chocolate = wet panties.

Get in on the action when Morton's The Steakhouse (1200 Brickell Ave., Miami) presents An Evening of Decadence: Champagne and Chocolate Tastings on Wednesday, October 21st.

The night begins with Morton's signature hors d'oeuvres like smoked salmon wedges, broiled sea scallops and petite filet mignon sandwiches matched with Piper Sonoma Brut wine.

Next, a press release says, "Guests will take part in the pairing of Champagne and chocolate using sensory vials." The vials use scents like lilac to add an extra dimension to the tasting experience.

Featured champagnes are Piper Heidsieck Brut and Piper Heidsieck Rose Sauvage. They will be paired with chocolates like Gianduia, Ambrosia White Truffle, Naga, and Gogi Berry.

The event is priced at $45 per person. Call 305-400-9990 to reserve your spot, or visit mortons.com/miami for more info.

Jacob Katel

Be Organic members show off samples of their finishing sauces

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According to a report issued today by the World Wildlife Fund, the Pink Dragon Millipede is one of 1000 new species discovered in the Mekong region of Southeast Asia in the last 10 years. Okay, so the thing has a cyanide-producing gland. But that doesn't mean your favorite TV chef can't use it as an ingredient. Everyone at Short Order agrees that new animal species discoveries should be quickly exploited and leveraged into culinary trends. Here are our top 5 epicurean uses for the Dragon Millipede.

5.  Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Start yours right with a Millitoast.
4. Boring soup with a leaf in it? Just add poisonous insects.
 

Seventy-eighth Street east of Biscayne was like a rock concert parking lot last night, albeit a rock concert full of sophisticates. I’m talking a mob scene the likes that block hasn’t seen since forever. And while the crowd in question wasn’t really there to hear their favorite band, they were there to greet some of their favorite people and to eat some of their favorite food. Why? Well, because Anise opened last night, that’s why.

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