“Welcome to your guide to Miami’s best of almost everything. Now let’s roll out the red carpet! On these pages, you’ll discover the finest of more than 300 categories, according to New Times staff and a select group of freelancers. Though DJ Khaled is the one who made “We the best” his signature phrase, Miami New Times has provided a guide to what’s best for the past three decades.”

Creating illustrations for Miami New Times‘ highly anticipated “Best of Miami” issue is always an honor. This special issue dominates the streets and culture of South Florida, with these illustrations gracing buses, billboards, and street banners. The cover is proudly showcased as awards in the windows of Miami’s top businesses as badges of honor, representing the very best of what Miami has to offer. This year’s categories included:

• Best Sports & Recreation
• Best Food & Drink
• Best Shopping & Services
• Best Arts & Entertainment