3 top takeaways from binge-watching Netflix's "Designing Miami"

Reality TV shows often feel detached from reality.

• But the new Netflix show "Designing Miami" paints a pretty authentic picture of Miami's Hispanic culture while introducing us to characters that feel like family.

The big picture: The show revolves around interior designers Ray and Eilyn Jimenez, who navigate married life while running competing design firms in Miami.

Why it matters: This show bucks the perception of Miami as all flash and no substance.

• "It's a very different Miami than you may have seen in older traditional media!" Ray Jimenez told me last month in an email.

What to expect: If you grew up in a Hispanic household, you're gonna feel at home with this show.

• Spanglish: Almost everyone on the show switches between English and Spanish, sometimes mid-conversation
• Eat like a local: We get a glimpse into the daily routines of the Jimenezes, and let's just say cafecito and croquetas make several cameos. (Pan con lechon, too).
• La familia: Family is everything to the Jimenezes, whether Eilyn's dad and sister are working on her projects, or Ray's mom is asking uncomfortable questions about having babies.

The bottom line: As far as reality TV goes, this show stands out because it doesn't have Hollywood-style staging or unnecessary drama. It just feels real.

• It's a good stream if you like mindless TV and want to see Miami shine on the national spotlight.