16. The Shop At Fairchild
City: Coral Gables, FL
Category: Shopping
Telephone: (305) 667-1651
Address: 10901 Old Cutler Rd. at Fairchild Tropic
Description: It’s fair game at Fairchild’s shop, which sells items that are even slightly related to horticulture, Fairchild’s guest artists, Miami history, or a mixture of all of these. A variety of books on gardening and landscaping are available as well as gardening gear and an assortment of seeds. Posters and stationery also honor the garden itself and Florida history. Knickknacks and child-friendly gifts are also available.
17. Peterbrooke Chocolatier
City: Coral Gables, FL
Category: Shopping
Telephone: (305) 446-3131
Address: 227 Aragon Ave.
Description: Chocolate lovers flock to this spot, which offers every chocolate item imaginable in a slew of traditional and unique flavors. Sugar-free and nutty flavors are options for those watching their waistline and unique flavors such as chocolate popcorn and chocolate-covered pretzels are available for those who can’t make up their mind. Take advantage of free tastings throughout the week and 99 Cent Gelato Day on Wed from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
18. Cupcakes Nouveau
City: Coral Gables, FL
Category: Shopping
Telephone: (305) 448-0011
Address: 4712 South Le Jeune Rd.
Description: In the competitive cupcake market, Cupcake Nouveau produces some of Miami’s most attractive desserts. The bakery’s owners view themselves as cupcake “couturiers,” adding ornate flourishes such as ribbons, bows, and flowers to their cupcakes. The team was featured on an episode of Food Network’s Cupcake Wars proving that there is substance behind the style. Premium ingredients such as Madagascar vanilla beans and Swiss meringue are used.
19. Misha’S Cupcakes
City: Coral Gables, FL
Category: Shopping
Telephone: (786) 200-6153
Address: 1548 South Dixie Hwy.
Description: In 2005 this mom started a business that would enable her to spend time with her daughter and make a living. Cupcakes are the specialty and can be purchased individually in sizes mini, regular, and XL. The store also customizes cakes for a variety of events and does catering arrangements and charitable donations.