Stories with 'little haiti' tag

Here’s why a Miami native decided the Magic City needed its own creation myth

Miami environmentalist Andrew Otazo decided that Miami needed its own creation myth to celebrate the city, and show its imperfections.

/ July 25, 2019

From Range Rover shop to arts space: How two locals created the Miami Urban Contemporary Experience

Ashlee Thomas and Bart Mervil are the locals behind the Miami Urban Contemporary Experience, an events space and art gallery in Little Haiti.

/ July 17, 2019

Neighborhood spotlight on Little Haiti

Want to learn more about Miami’s Little Haiti neighborhood? We’ve got you covered.

/ July 8, 2019

The little bookstore that could — and did

The little bookstore that could – and didFor the multilingual bookworm.Posted by The New Tropic on Friday, July 5, 2019Little Haiti’s Libreri Mapou has been recognized as a Haitian cultural institution by the Library of Congress, and has one of the largest collections of Haitian literature, poetry, and history books outside of Haiti. What started […]

/ July 5, 2019

Flavors of the Caribbean

Flavors of the CaribbeanGuess how old this menu is?Posted by The New Tropic on Friday, June 7, 2019Sheir and Nafeeza Ali have owned and operated Little Haiti’s B&M Market and Roti Shop for over 25 years. Nafeeza’s the chef while Sheir runs the register, and the grill.  They serve Caribbean cuisine, and Nafeeza makes everything […]

/ June 10, 2019

In the city, off the grid

In the city, off the gridWanna stay in a treehouse at a certified wildlife habitat? Go here. 🌴Posted by The New Tropic on Thursday, May 30, 2019Almost half a century ago, Ray Chasser bought a small piece of land in Little Haiti that was just big enough for him to play volleyball and have a […]

/ May 31, 2019

How can Miami residents help preserve Little Haiti’s culture? We put together some tips

A reader asked how folks in Miami can help preserve Little Haiti culture as development picks up in the area. We put together a few recommendations.

/ May 23, 2019

What are your questions about Miami’s Little Haiti neighborhood?

Got questions about Miami’s Little Haiti neighborhood? Submit them and we’ll dig for the answers.

/ May 7, 2019

50,000 Haitians will get to stay in the U.S. – but for only six more months

More than 50,000 Haitians are in the U.S. under Temporary Protected Status, an immigration designation that lets them work and live in the U.S. until Haiti is deemed safe to return.

/ May 23, 2017

Is climate change gentrification really happening in Miami?

Homebuyers are beginning to look for higher ground. Much of it is in low-income neighborhoods like Little Haiti and Liberty City.

/ May 17, 2017