Glenn: One part of Miami that is mostly overlooked by most tourists is the vast farming area that stretches out along both sides of Krome Avenue from the Tamiami Trail to Homestead.

Raúl: This is where many small farmers grow small table crops like avocados, sweet corn, peppers, onions, root vegetables, pumpkins, cucumbers, and many types of citrus and other fruits.

Jorge: Much of this produce makes its way into the city. However, if you are heading out to the Everglades for an airboat ride, or possibly heading down to the Keys, a side tour along Krome Avenue can be a fun little trip.

Raúl: There are several stands along the road where you can buy fruits and vegetables directly from the producers. The prices are cheap and the produce is fresh.

Jorge: These little huts are also great places to get fresh fruit batidos, or shakes. The perfect way to cool off on a hot Miami afternoon!

Raúl: Several places are also set up to serve small snacks, like croquetas and tamales, so you can also grab a quick lunch.

Raúl: It's a two-lane road so you'll need to drive accordingly. However it's really nice to get out in the countryside and smell the rich black earth in an area that has been carved out of the Everglades.

Jorge: The far southern end of Krome passes through a part of Dade County known as the Redlands. Here you'll find an interesting collection of sites worth a visit.

Raúl: I love their chocolate-dipped strawberries.

Raúl: It's also not far from the Coral Castle if you are heading out that way.

Glenn: One day trip we like to recommend is a trip to the Fruit and Spice Park just West of Krome Avenue in the Redlands. It's a great place to see many varieties of tropical plants and trees.

Raúl: The best part is that they usually have several samples of exotic fruits available for tasting.

Jorge: On the way to the Fruit and Spice Park, pick up some fresh fruit to eat in the car and cold shake to drink.

Glenn: After you visit the park, keep driving south to Homestead where you can have lunch or dinner in an authentic Mexican restaurant. El Toro Taco and Ernesto's Tacos are two of our favorite places for lunch.

Raúl: Robert has been here for about 40 years and when we fish in the Everglades National Park we always stop there.

Jorge: It's a fun stop for the shoppers in your group. You get a taste of an old Florida community, now converted into a garden-like shopping area.

Glenn: The houses in the park were originally built by worker's on Henry Flagler's "Overseas Highway" to Key West.

Jorge: On a hot day in South Florida, Cauley Square is an incredibly shady and cool place to walk around.

Raúl: They also have several special events each year, such as a classic car show.

Jorge: They also are doing something for the kids this year over Halloween weekend.

Raúl: The grounds here are beautiful!

Jorge: You can enjoy all the greenery outside, but once you step inside you're going to see more beautiful orchids that you've probably ever seen in one place before.

Glenn: Check out the "Bargain Table" for some really great buys!