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V Gelato Miami A Love Story in Every Scoop

Published

10 months ago

August 18, 2025

McKaela Lulic

From Italy’s Gelato University to Miami’s Most Heartfelt Dessert Spot

August 18, 2025

In the colorful heart of Wynwood sits V Gelato Miami a dessert shop that feels more like a story than a storefront. This is not just a place to stop for a cone. It is the product of years of study a marriage of science and artistry and above all a love story told in every flavor.

At the center of it all is Chef Eric, North America’s only licensed Gelato Master. His journey began in Canada, where his culinary talent first caught attention, but he was drawn to the challenge of becoming a true gelatiere. He traveled to Italy to attend the University of Gelato, where he immersed himself in traditional techniques and the science behind perfect gelato. He now holds the rare distinction of being the only North American ambassador for the Association of Italian Gelato.

That expertise shapes everything at V Gelato Miami. Every batch is made in-house with a commitment to purity and authenticity. There are no additives, no preservatives, and no artificial colors. Even the Italian sodas are juiced fresh from scratch. The shop’s recipes balance modern nutritional awareness with indulgence and joy. Everything is gluten-free, and all flavors are dairy-free a choice inspired by Eric’s partner Nami, who developed adult-onset lactose intolerance. Rather than seeing this as a limitation, Eric saw it as a creative challenge to make something even better than conventional ice cream.

The results speak for themselves. Flavors are creamy yet light, rich yet refreshing. Seasonal specialties bring unexpected ingredients into the mix. Blends of oat and coconut milk form silky bases that prove dairy-free can be luscious. Stevia and natural extracts provide sweetness without heaviness. Each combination feels thoughtful, intentional, and playful at once.

Visitors quickly notice that V Gelato Miami is an experience rather than a transaction. Guests are encouraged to sample broadly before choosing their scoop. The counter is lined with both beloved classics and adventurous experiments. A pistachio affogato made with house gelato and fresh espresso feels timeless, while a scoop of dairy-free brownie batter points toward the shop’s inventive future. Fresh juices, Italian sodas, and plans for new products such as house-baked brownies and ice cream sandwiches round out the menu.

The space itself feels warm and welcoming with an atmosphere that invites lingering conversation as much as indulgence. Locals drop in for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up while visitors make it a must-stop destination on their Wynwood explorations. The shop reflects its name perfectly. The V stands for love (and vegan), and love is what guests feel in the hospitality, the flavors, and the story behind the brand.

Photo by @BrightShotsByBri

V Gelato Miami is not only a place to taste authentic Italian gelato in South Florida, it is also a reminder that food at its best is both science and art, both nourishment and joy. For Eric and Nami, it is also a way of giving back, creating something that allows everyone to indulge without compromise.

In a city known for its creative energy, V Gelato Miami has carved out a place where passion and flavor meet. Each scoop is a tribute to tradition, a nod to innovation, and an invitation to experience dessert with a soul.

Follow along at @vgelatomiami (https://instagram.com/vgelatomiami)

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McKaela Lulic

McKaela Lulić is a South Florida-based writer and MBA student who covers the region’s arts, culture, and nightlife. When she’s not discovering Miami’s most creative corners, she inspires students as a substitute teacher and explores new ways to blend storytelling, education, and community.

Restaurants

Arc Culinary Where Every Bite Gives Back

Published

1 week ago

June 20, 2026

McKaela Lulic

This intimate chef-driven tasting experience in Broward blends elevated cuisine, live culinary artistry, and a mission that transforms lives.

June 20th, 2026

Not every memorable night out in South Florida happens at the trendiest Miami hotspot or the newest Fort Lauderdale restaurant. Sometimes, the most unforgettable dining experiences are hidden in places you’d least expect.

Arc Broward’s Arc Culinary is one of those rare gems.

More than just a dinner reservation, Arc Culinary delivers an immersive chef’s table experience where guests enjoy thoughtfully curated multi-course meals while watching talented chefs prepare and present each dish right in front of them. The result feels part fine dining, part live performance, and entirely unforgettable.

With limited seating and rotating themed menus, every event feels exclusive like being invited to an intimate dinner party hosted by some of South Florida’s most passionate culinary talent.

The real magic begins once the first course arrives.

At Arc Culinary, dinner becomes an experience. Instead of dishes quietly appearing from behind kitchen doors, guests get a front-row seat to the craftsmanship behind every plate. Watching the chefs work adds a level of connection and appreciation that transforms the meal into something far more interactive and personal.

For its recent Fresh SoFlo Summer Flavors dinner, Arc Culinary showcased a four-course tasting menu celebrating seasonal Florida ingredients with elevated technique and thoughtful presentation.

The evening began with a refreshing Florida blue crab starter served with avocado, ruby red grapefruit, hearts of palm, and a bright key lime vinaigrette. Light, citrusy, and beautifully balanced, it captured South Florida summer on a plate.

Course two brought a stunning pan-seared Florida snapper, perfectly crisp on the outside and paired with sweet corn purée and blistered cherry tomatoes. The standout element, however, was the sauce. A swap to miso chili oil added layers of umami, subtle spice, and richness that completely elevated the dish. It was one of those bites that makes the entire table pause.

The third course featured a beautifully cooked grilled filet mignon, served with roasted summer peppers, shaved fennel, arugula, and key lime chimichurri. Rich yet balanced, it delivered the kind of bold, satisfying flavor you hope for in a main course.

Dessert ended the evening on a classic South Florida note: a stunning key lime tart that was equal parts creamy, tart, and sweet.

While the food alone makes Arc Culinary worth visiting, what makes the experience truly special lies beyond the plate.

Founded in 1956, Arc Broward has spent nearly seven decades serving individuals with developmental disabilities and life challenges throughout Broward County. The nonprofit supports individuals from ages 1 to 91, offering programs that include education, employment services, behavioral health support, residential programs, and family resources.

Arc Culinary operates as one of Arc Broward’s most innovative social enterprises, using food as both a source of funding and a pathway to opportunity.

Proceeds from dinners, private events, catering, and culinary programming directly support Arc Broward’s life-changing services while also helping create hands-on training and workforce opportunities in hospitality and culinary arts for individuals with special needs.

In other words, this isn’t just dinner.

It’s a chance to support inclusion, independence, and meaningful opportunity—all while enjoying an exceptional meal.

That’s what makes Arc Culinary so special: you come for the chef-driven menu, the intimate atmosphere, and the creative flavors, but you leave with something deeper.

In a region filled with restaurants competing for attention, Arc Culinary offers something increasingly rare a dining experience that feels personal, purposeful, and genuinely impactful.

Because at Arc Culinary, every course tells a story and every bite gives back.

Learn more about Arc Culinary and upcoming dinners