Cafeina launches The 23rd Street Supper Club ‘Dinner and Show’ Series plus Pink Ribbon Project Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012 Cafeina Wynwood Lounge 297 Northwest 23rd Street Miami, FL 33127 305.438.0792 www.cafeinamiami.com
Cafeina is proud to announce the launch of its intimate music series, The 23rd Street Jazz Supper Club. Giving patrons the classic experience of ‘dinner and a show’ experience in an ultra-lush lounge, Cafeina offers the perfect date night hideaway. The evening features live jazz by Randy Singer and artists alike, every Thursday night, there is no cover charge with show times running at 8 p.m., 9:30 p.m. and 11 p.m.
Executive Chef Steven Acosta has restructured Cafeina’s menu to feature a variety of tapas, including recent additions such as: Coffee & Rum Braised Short Rib Mini Tacos ($12), queso fresco, cilantro plushes & pickled onion; Beef Sliders ($12), crunchy onion ring, pancetta crisp, aged gouda; Boneless Crispy Baby Back Ribs ($12), marinated in a guava-chili BBQ sauce; Roasted Chicken Club Sliders ($11), lettuce, tomato, pancetta, garlic aioli; and the Cubed N’ Crispy Eggplant ($8), served with apricot chili gastrique & scallions. The kitchen is open from 5 p.m. to midnight. The evening menu also includes Cafeina’s signature cocktails and a recently expanded wine list.
Toscana Divino Promotes Breast Cancer Research with "Think, Eat, Drink, PINK." October, 2012 Toscana Divino 900 S. Miami Ave Mary Brickell Village
In honor of breast cancer awareness month, Toscana Divino is partnering with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Research Center to offer a specialized menu with 20% of the proceeds directly benefiting the organization. A delicious taste of pink goes a long way in October!
Litchi Rosa – Chambord flavored Vodka, Aperol, with whole lychee muddled in fresh lemon, pomegranate and a touch of Rose Raspberry Chocolate Cheesecake – Raspberry & while chocolate cheese cake with a lemon poppy seed base and strawberry candid almond ice cream.
RA Sushi Celebrates International Sake Day with Hot Sake Deal October 1, 2012 from 11 a.m. to close RA Sushi in South Miami 5829 SW 73rd St. Miami, FL 33143 www.Facebook.com/RASushiSouthMiami
RA Sushi in South Miami is recognizing “Nihonshu no Hi†or International “Sake Dayâ€, an informal holiday created to celebrate the popular Japanese spirit. Nothing pairs better with sushi than sake, and in honor of this special day RA Sushi in South Miami is encouraging guests to explore this lesser known spirit, by enjoying hot sake for only $1 all day.
International Sake Day’s origins are centered around ancient symbols and sake’s brewing season. October is represented in the ancient Chinese zodiac system, also embraced in Japan, by the old character for sake. Conveniently, the same month also represents a beginning in the sake world: the start of a new brewing season, making October 1 the perfect time to celebrate all things sake!
Visit RA Sushi in South Miami on International Sake Day and enjoy $1 hot sake, a savings of $3 from the normal price. Raise a glass and Kampai! to International Sake Day! The offer is valid on October 1 only.
Daniel Serfer, chef and owner made Blue Collar the type of restaurant that you always want to go to with friends and family. Blue Collar is a casual place that has a warm and inviting team whose only goal is to make sure you have a good time while you are there. The food offerings are plenty diverse and super tasty. Some of the favorites are the homemade pastas, shrimp and grits, and the pork and beans. The menu will surely have something that you will enjoy even if you are a vegetarian. It’s the kind of spot you would want to eat at at least once a week. This is why the offerings are so diverse and plentiful. The beverage menu has a bunch of really cool choices that are soft on the wallet yet full of fun and flavor. Come by and say hello.
The Federalists End Miami Spice with an Oom-Pah-Pah Blast for A Federalized Oktoberfest Wednesday, September 26 through Sunday, September 30, 2012 The Federal Food, Drink & Provisions 5132 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33137
It’s that time of the year again, filled with oompah music, lederhosen and Lots Of Pork and Bier! It’s Oktoberfest!
Although we won’t have the chance to bring folks live oompah music and waitresses clad in dirndls, the Federal will be bringing you a fantastic Oktoberfest lineup of craft beers and one heck of a menu. Oktoberfest conjures images of pork chops, crunchy cracklins, sausages galore and an unmatched praise of the pious pig itself. Sauerkraut, red cabbage, soft glistening pretzels only add to the two-week long bier party.
Bier Party? Why, yes. The Federal will be setting up a Bier Garten up on its deck this week in celebration of the Oktoberfest party that began in 1810 because of the marriage of Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburgausen. History is all fine and dandy, but really, let’s not lose sight of the beer.
Oktoberfest must have beer, and plenty of it. And so, the Federal is pleased to tap into your inner hog and bring loyal Federalists a Federalized Oktoberfest menu and a selection of German style biers to close the Miami Spice season that coincidentally toasts the Princess, the Bavarian harvest, the Pious Pig and the hopes of cooler Miami weather.
Zumbohl!
For the love of food, wine and conviviality here’s a taste of what’s to come… Amuse aka Vorspeise Cold White Asparagus Soup cracklin, smoked trout roe Kalte (Suppe von Weissem Spargel, knuspriger Forellen Kaviar
Start aka Zwischen Gerichte Duck schmaltz – pickles, chives, country bread Ente Schmalz eingelegte Gurken, Gruene Zwiebeln, Landbrot or Potato wrapped knockwurtz – red cabbage, spicy mustard Knockwurst in Kortoffelkroketten, Rotkraut mit scharfem Senf
Main aka Hauptgaenge Roasted Duck Leg potato knoedel, chanterelle mushrooms, huckleberry Entenbein gegrillt, Kartoffelknoedel mit Pfifferlingen und Preiselbeeren or Crispy Pork Belly charred Brussel sprouts, sweet ‘n sour apples and onions, pumpkin seed oil Geroesteter Schweine Bauch, sanft verkohlte Rosenkoehlchen mit sues und sauren Aepfeln, Kuebissoil
Dessert aka Dessert
Price $33 for dinner, plus tax and gratuity Bier Flight $12 for a sampling for 4 German style biers
Chu’s Taiwanese Kitchen & Bar: Meet Your Neighbors Networking Event September 27, 2012, 6:30-9:30 PM Chu’s Taiwanese Kitchen & Bar 2728 Ponce De Leon Blvd Coral Gables, FL. www.chusgables.com
Chu’s Taiwanese Kitchen & Bar presents "Meet Your Neighbors" Networking Event. Come out to Chu’s in Coral Gables and enjoy a complimentary welcome drink followed by 2-for-1 happy hour specials and 20% off your entree purchase from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Mix and mingle with your neighbors while enjoying some authentic Taiwanese cuisine.
Miss Cuba, Kelly Saks Official Birthday Celebration Thursday, September 27th 7pm-1am De Rodriguez Cuba on Ocean 101 Ocean Dr. Miami Beach, FL 33139
Dinner Reservations are Required: 305.672.6624
Reigning Miss Cuba and Local Style Expert, Kelly Saks To Celebrate Birthday Party at De Rodriguez Cuba’s
Celebrate Ladies Night in Style with Open Bar, Live Entertainment and a Raffle Benefiting Dress for Success Miami
De Rodriguez Cuba is rolling out the red carpet on Thursday, September 27th to celebrate the Official Birthday Party of Kelly Saks, the reigning Miss Cuba, local style expert and Spokesperson for Dress for Success Miami.
Not only will we be celebrating Kelly’s Birthday with an open bar for the ladies from 7-10pm at De Rodriguez Cuba, there will also be live entertainment and of course birthday cake to share with Kelly and her guests.
During the event Kelly will also be raffling off a gift certificate to De Rodriguez Cuba as well as other wonderful gifts, to raise money for Dress for Success Miami.
On top of the birthday celebrations there will also be a $35 prix fixe menu prepared by Chef Douglas Rodriguez, the Godfather of Nuevo Latino Cuisine.
Sal’s Italian Restaurant Raises funds for Cancer Thusdays Every Thursday beginning September 20 through October 11, from 11 a.m. to close. Sal’s Italian Restaurant The Shops of Pembroke Gardens 14535 SW 5th Street Pembroke Pines, FL 33027 The Shops are located just off Interstate-75 at Pines Boulevard, Exit 9A
Sal’s Italian Restaurant at The Shops at Pembroke Gardens is campaigning to help raise money for the American Cancer Society of Broward.
Sal’s Italian Restaurant at the Shops at Pembroke Gardens has teamed up with the Memorial Healthcare System’s Imaging Center in order to raise funds for cancer. In support of the organization, they are giving 20% of their sales to the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Broward County.
Kick Off Stone Crab Season October 18, 2012, 6:30 p.m. Joe’s Stone Crab 11 Washington Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139
Kick off stone crab season with the HistoryMiami Flagler Street Society, one of the most dynamic young professional groups in Miami! Enjoy stone crabs, hors d’oeuvres and wine as you mix, mingle and network with young professionals! Become a Flagler Street Society member and attend for FREE. For more details call 305-375-5356.
Autumn Brunch Sunday September 23rd 2012, 12:00pm – 3:00pm National Hotel 1677 Collins Avenue Miami Beach – FL 33139 Facebook Evite
Let’s celebrate the end of the Summer and welcome the beggining of the Fall by joining us at the National Hotel’s Sunday Brunch.
Sundays are for indulging, recovering and slipping into the end of the weekend. Do all three at the National Hotel Miami Beach; The brunch will feature the choice of unlimited Mimosas, Bloody Marys or Draft Beers, access to the hotel’s pool & beach service and an international buffet of dining delights.
Brunch will be held from 12:00am until 3:00pm at $39 per person, $10 additional for unlimited Mimosas, Bloody Mary’s or Draft Beers.
The Grinder originally started as a written Q&A with folks who were involved with Burgers. This new version is produced by Chat Chow TV and is part interview, part roast and 100% fun. All guests do not know what exactly they are going be asked or be put through. But, hey those are the breaks if you’re gonna be on The Grinder.
About Pincho Factory
Cuts, Quality and Freshness are three things we take VERY seriously. Steak – Gorgeous Rib Eye aged for 25 days, marinated 24 hours before its served to you. Freedom of Choice is what Pincho Factory is all about. Choose your Vehicle, Protein, toppings, sauce it up a notch, and BAM! Your meal is complete at the end of the assembly line. Throw some cheese on there without thinking twice and Enjoy.
If the aroma doesn’t convince you, the gentle roar of the pre-WWII Probat Perfekt Roaster will — Panther stands for Coffee. Period. And its mission is evident in everything husband-and-wife team Joel Pollock and Leticia Ramos Pollock put into their place.
To begin with, every cup of coffee Panther serves is roasted on site, in small batches, each of which have their origin in farms personally-selected by the Pollocks for taste as well as and individuality. Both Joel and Leticia benefit from longstanding relationships with coffee producers throughout the world, and these friends and colleagues not only possess generations of knowledge and passion, but they produce some of the finest lots of coffee available anywhere.
After the selection of green coffee beans (using a professional technique known as “cuppingâ€), Joel uses his 20 years of experience to roast them, achieving correct development and caramelization of the sugars present within the coffee bean, without the conversion of these precious caramelized sugars into carbon, which can result in an ashy or smoky taste. Great care is taken to expose the magnificent natural sweetness and the most subtle flavor nuances often lost in the roasting process.

 Furthermore, Panther fields a team of extensively- and continuously-trained baristas to showcase these wonderful coffees and the people behind them.
There’s good reason why Panther has become the go-to spot in Miami, and why its coffees and expertise are now being implemented from here to New York City; that’s because a Panther cup of coffee is just how great coffee is meant to be enjoyed.
De Rodriguez Cuba Ladies Night Open Bar & Dinner Party 9/13/12, 8pm-1am De Rodriguez Cuba on Ocean 101 Ocean Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139 www.drodriguezcuba.com
Ladies looking for the hottest spot on the beach to stop by for free drinks, live music and weekly fashion shows, Thursday’s at De Rodriguez Cuba is the place to be!
Open bar for the ladies will be from 8-10pm, where you can try favorites such as the Classic Mojito, Old Cuban and Sangria Del Dia. If your looking to catch up with friends over dinner, the restaurant is also offering a 3-Course Miami Spice dinner which includes complementary cocktails and champagne all for just $35 per person.
Every Thursday Dinner Party will be presented by a rotation of premium liquors, fashion & jewelry lines, musical acts and hosted by Galina Slavova & Nicole Shelly of Nicole Shelly Models.
JugoFresh is bringing a fresh and authentic new concept to Miami Beach that will get locals thinking outside the “juice boxâ€. The new 870 sqft. juice bar, located at 1935 West Avenue (20th Street between West Avenue and Alton Road), in the emerging Sunset Harbour neighborhood, features more than 28 cold-pressed, alive juices pressed from organic fruits and vegetables.
Creative concoctions for conscious consumption are broken down into several categories including green juice and pura vida (cold-pressed, innovative juice blends), detoxers ( citrus based mixes designed to rid the body of toxins) agua tuya (all alkaline water drinks) and dame leche (homemade nut-based and coconut-based milks).
(Miami, Florida) – Armillary Grill, located inside the InterContinental Hotel in the heart of Doral, hosted a tasting of Flavors of Mexico and Central America this past week.
In celebration of the Mexican and Central American Food Festival, an event created by Armillary’s Food and Beverage Manager, Oscar Salgado, Armillary will offer a unique menu including exquisite cultural dishes from Mexico, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Guatemala and Honduras.
The festival will run through September 14th with mouth-watering selections such as Honduran baleadas and coconut fish, Salvadoran plantain toasts and pupusas, Nicaraguan Indio Viejo (Old Indian) and gallo pinto, Costa Rican camote al horno (baked sweet potato) and Pijibay salad, and Guatemalan pacayas, torta de arroz (rice cake) and chicken loroco.Â
Lunch buffet is $20.95++ from 11:30am to 1:30pm and their dinner special is $24.95++. â–
Spaghetti & Cinema at Bianca at Delano Thursday, September 27, 2012, 8:00 PM At Delano Hotel 1625 Collins Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139 Register Online
Do not miss this unique opportunity to dine in one of Miami’s top restaurants at an exceptional value
This is an exclusive event, only for IACC’s members and friends, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Italian Film Festival
Limited seating! Please RSVP to rsvp@iacc-miami.com by Friday, September 21, 2012
Costs: Chamber Members: $48 | Friends of the Chamber: $58 Tips and taxes included
The Italian Film Festival runs from October 4-9 at the Regal South Beach Cinema (1120 Lincoln Road | Miami Beach, FL 33139). Visit: www.cinemaitaly.com
(Miami, Florida) – In an effort to raise awareness about Miami and Doral’s outstanding cuisine, President and CEO of The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, William D.Talbert, gathered with local professionals and food enthusiasts at the InterContinental in Doral for an exquisite sampling of Armillary Grill’s Miami Spice menu.Â
Every year, hundreds of restaurants participate in Miami Spice to showcases the best that Miami cuisine has to offer. The promotion runs during the months of August and September.
Sponsors: American Express, Bacardi and Stella Artois.Â
For a listing of participating restaurants and/or more information about Miami Spice, please visit http://ilovemiamispice.com/. â–
Wine Vault Tapas Bar Saturday September 8th, 2012, 7pm – Midnight Wine Vault Tapas Bar 3201 N Miami Ave #105 Miami, FL 33127 (the shops at midtown across from the fountain)
the carpenter’s workshop, 2010, etching, sugarlift, 78 x 103 in
Shapira’s work challenges contemporaries to celebrate today’s cubist problem—the urgent need to know all you are not seeing, be simultaneously inside and outside, in history and the present. A first-generation American, Shapira is a rising artist exhibited among international museums and private collections. He lived and drew with Aboriginal Australians over three years, lectured at Harvard, The Royal College of Art, University of Sydney, and received the Daler-Rowney Prize for Drawing and Blanche E. Colman Award for Painting.
Aithan Shapira currently lives and works in Portland, OR and is represented there byFroelick Gallery.
South Beach will never cease to attract South Florida’s artistas, fashionistas, film buffs, and foodies, but it’s nice to see that Miami is growing up and offering a variety of neighborhoods for those who seek out culture…and great food. These days Americans and Miamians are thinking about about food in ways previously unimagined, and any new ‘hood or district that plans on attracting Miami’s culture-seekers are almost compelled to offer good places to eat. Wynwood Arts District has already been drawing in locals and tourists, alike, for years with its rows of contemporary art galleries amid a gritty grid of warehouses that manages to retain a somewhat edgy, young, and pre-gentrified vibe. Previously devoid of even a place to grab a cup of coffee, Wynwood now offers two independent (and very good) coffee bars, several watering holes, and a handful of good eateries like Wynwood Kitchen & Bar.
Having debuted during Art Basel 2010, Wynwood Kitchen & Bar quickly became the place to dine while visiting the galleries in Miami’s arts district. The restaurant’s doors are located right next to the famous Wynwood Walls – a collection of murals and courtyards that is better experienced than explained – and the restaurant’s exteriors, including its al fresco dining, seem to be halfway incorporated into the art installation. Even graffiti artist Shepard Fairey’s politically-charged black, red, and white murals that occupy a full “Wynwood wall†are reiterated inside the restaurant’s bar, which is plastered with the artist’s signature posters. Wynwood Kitchen & Bar feels as if it is part of Wynwood and was born out of the creative energy that hums throughout the entire district, rather than being a restaurant that was just plopped into a row of art galleries.
Executive Chef Miguel Aguilar’s cuisine also feels like something that would just come organically out of Miami – a sophisticated menu with an emphasis on small plates that is heavily influenced by Miami’s very Latin culture. Dishes like ropa vieja empanadas, queso frito, and black bean soup ring familiar with many Miami natives, and ingredients like Manchego cheese, piquillo peppers, tomatillo, and ajà amarillo demonstrate that Chef Aguilar has taken on a pan-Latino approach to his cuisine utilizing ingredients from throughout the Spanish speaking world. The restaurant has recently introduced several new additions to the menu that continue with the global Latino trend, as well as a cocktail list inspired by the many artists whose work graces the walls of Wynwood Kitchen & Bar.
Pork Rillettes
For those who are always on the lookout for interesting cocktails, the artist-inspired cocktail menu offers a selection of libations that are each more intriguing than the other. The Shepard Fairey, a perfectly refreshing choice for the Pisco lover, consists of Pisco Porton, St. Germain, simple syrup, pineapple, and lime mint (a citrusy variety of the herb). The Nunca offers a bit more of a bite from the inclusion of grapefruit juice and Campari to a concoction of Absolut Ruby Red vodka and yuzu. Perhaps the most interesting cocktail that I sampled from Wynwood Kitchen & Bar’s menu is the Barry McGee, containing Bluecoat gin, hibiscus syrup, basil, lemon juice, and soda. The juniper quality of the gin plays very well with the anisette-like basil and tart, floral notes of the hibiscus, while the splash of soda water makes the whole cocktail positively refreshing and ideal for a summer evening.
New desserts at Wynwood Kitchen & Bar can be quite decadent, such as a molten chocolate cake served inside a ramekin and intensely flavored with ancho chile and Mexican cinnamon with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to cut the richness. However, a Latin variation on a tiramisù, aptly called a Latin Misu, is surprisingly light in spite of how heavy it sounds: tres leches, espresso-soaked lady fingers, and lightly torched Italian meringue topping. A white chocolate bread pudding offers a perfect balance between firm and custardy, has a great variation of texture from soft to slightly chewy, and is topped with a lightly tangy guava sauce that pairs so wonderfully with the rest of the dessert.
Thursday Ladies Night Dinner Party Every Thursday, 8pm-1am De Rodriguez Cuba @ The Hilton Bentley South Beach 101 Ocean Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139
De Rodriguez Cuba in The Hilton Bentley takes Miami Spice to New Levels with Free Drinks, Michael Kors Fashion Shows, Musical Performances, Aquatic Shows, Cigars for Gentleman and More 3 Course Dinner + Open Bar & Entertainment, $35 p/p
Exotic Dishes, Tropical Complimentary Beverages and Live Entertainment make for Memorable Ladies Night on Miami Beach
As if the Miami Spice menu wasn’t reason enough to get the girls together for dinner, DeRodriguez Cuba, which is poolside and oceanfront, in the Hilton Bentley Hotel, has upped the ante by adding free champagne, shots and cocktails for the ladies all night every Thursday.
Adding to the evening is a series of fashion shows, last week debuted Michael Kors’ never before seen Fall line, performances in the pool, musical acts and more… (Including rumored shirtless shot guys passing out drinks poolside!)
3 course prix-fixe Miami Spice menu including favorites such as the Shrimp & Tostones Ceviche and Grilled Churrasco Steak along with an open bar the entire night, all for just $35.
Each Thursday’s dinner party will be presented by a rotation of premium liquors, fashion & jewelry lines, musical acts and hosted by Galina Slavova & Nicole Shelly of Nicole Shelly Models.
Jazz (and a Little Bit of Blues) at Jackson Soul Food Friday, September 7, 2012, 7:00pm until 10:00pm Jackson soul food 950 NE 3rd Ave Miami, Florida 33136
$25 ticket $10 prixe fixe dinner (think chicken and waffles) available at the restaurant Order tickets via Eventbrite
Join Overtown Music Project for a history-making event in Overtown:
Featuring: Joey Gilmore Mel Dancy Bobby Stringer Tree Top FranCina Jones
Free, Secured Parking Available
About Jackson Soul Food Since 1946 Jackson Soul Food Restaurant has served the Overtown Community, and visitors and residents of Miami Dade County.
Grand Opening of Taverna Opa at Mary Brickell Village on Wednesday, August 22, 2012. This was one of the best grand openings I have been to in a long time. The food was amazing and they did it right, they had plenty of food so that everyone got as much as they wanted and the drinks were flowing.  Did I mention the food was amazing, the shrimp and the streak were awesome. This is one restaurant I will return to again. Congratulations Taverna Opa on a wonderful grand opening.
SAIA at Sunset Features Wines From Around the Globe
Thursday, August 23rd
Guests should arrive no later than 7pm. First course is served at 7:15pm.
SAIA at Sunset
999 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 www.SAIAsushi.com
SAIA invites guests to take a journey to Southeast Asia on Thursday, August 23rd at their monthly SAIA at Sunset dinner series. Guests will enjoy a delicious and innovative five-course menu from Executive Chef Subin Chenkosorn paired with a selection of fine wines from around the globe. A representative from Southern Wine & Spirits will play host to the group, answering questions and offering a brief education on each of the varietals. Guests will enjoy learning why each pairing is perfectly matched with the savory and sweet Asian-inspired dishes, all amidst stunning ocean views. The all-inclusive event is only $54 per person or $99 per couple but reservations are going fast! To reserve a seat please visit OpenTable at www.OpenTable.com/SAIA or call SAIA at 954.302.5252.
1st Course: Miso Cod
Yaki miso cod with inoki mushrooms
Santa Margherita Prosecco
2nd Course: Shrimp Salad
Shrimp, tomato, onion, and cucumber with a honey miso dressing
Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc
3rd Course: Sushi Mini
Half fire Dragon Roll w/ three Nigiri (tuna, salmon, albacore)
Atticus Pinot Noir
4th Course: Five-Spice Curry Duck
Five-spice grilled duck leg with pineapple chutney, tomato and green beans in a curry sauce
Charles Krug Merlot
5th Course: Mango Cream Puffs
Mango cream puff with an orange caramel sauce
Il Lambrusco
(Miami, Florida) – AIJÓ, a restaurant with an exquisite culinary creativity like never seen before, has named JADE in downtown Brickell its new home. With its innovative concept materialized in a contemporary and beautiful setting, AIJÓ has a unique fusion of traditional Japanese bites accompanied by a variety of world flavors. Their signature roll, “Reneboy,†is a splendid piece of fresh smoked salmon, “crispy rice†and sweet eel topping.
Upon its grand opening, owner, Rene Buroz, hosted a private 10-course dinner where handpicked delicacies prepared by Executive Chef, Christian Bonilla, were presented, and paired with a fine Moet & Chandon Rose along with their signature martinis.
Make sure to like AIJÓ on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/aijobrickell. â–
ABSOLUT/Perrier-Jouët Thursday Dinner August 23, 8pm-1am
De Rodriguez Cuba
101 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139 www.drodriguezcuba.com
Please join us August 23rd for the premier Absolut / Perrier-Jouët Dinner Party designed absolutely for the most formidable and eye catching ladies alongside the most debonair men coupled with a culinary blend of exotic dishes, original complimentary beverages and memorable premium entertainment.
Flirty Fashion Dinner Party
Hosted by Galina Slavova & Nicole Shelley
8pm -1am
Michael Kors Fall Preview & Live entertainment
3 -Course Dinner: $35++ p/p
Regular menu also available
DJ Nuny Love
2 Hours Complimentary Bar for ladies with dinner purchase
Bottle special “Cabana Heaven Package†$250++ include:
1 Bottle Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut Champagne
1 Bottle Absolut with mixers
1 Bottle of Graffigna Pinot Grigio or 1 Bottle Campo Viejo Tempranillo
Complimentary Shots all night and much more…….
For dinner reservation call : 305.672.6624
Hope to see you there. Cheers
Commemorate Julia Child’s 100th Birthday Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
August 14 – 18, 2012
The Federal Food, Drink & Provisions
5132 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33137
August 15th marks Julia Child’s 100th birthday.
The 6 foot 2 inch, Californian dame was responsible for bringing the luscious French cuisine stateside to the forefront of the culinary world. Whether by television or cookbook, Julia celebrated the joys of cooking, eating and BUTTER with all Americans. Julia Child single-handedly revolutionized America’s relationship with food.
Join us as Chef Cesar Zapata fires up his stove this week to honor her culinary legacy à la Federal. With the Miami Spice menu approachably priced at $33, add an additional $2 per person and we will donate them to The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and Culinary Arts.
Beer Dinner at Wynwood Kitchen & Bar
Wynwood Kitchen & Bar
2550 N.W. 2nd Avenue
Miami FL wynwoodkitchenandbar.com.
Ample street parking and valet are available. Telephone: 305-722-8959.
Wynwood Kitchen & Bar To Host Duvel And Ommegang Beer Dinner
Wynwood Kitchen & Bar, Miami’s artsy dining destination, has teamed up with Brown Distributing Company to host a special Duvel and Ommegang beer dinner on Thursday, August 16, 2012. The dinner, priced at $65 per person (including tax and gratuity) will feature four sumptuous courses of Global-Latino cuisine by executive chef Miguel Aguilar. Each course will be paired with one of the tasty craft beers that have earned rave reviews and accolades for both breweries.
Complete menu below.
The dinner begins promptly at 7:30 p.m.
seating is limited, advance reservations required.
First Course
Shrimp crudo with torta de arroz, salsa verde and pickled jalapeños
Duvel Single
“Wine and Dine by the Bay – Le Tour de France” Tuesday, August 7, 2012, 7:30 p.m.
Amuse at Casa Modern Hotel and Spa
Amuse
3rd Floor at the Marquis Building at 1100 Biscayne Blvd.
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Wine by the Bay and Amuse at Casa Moderna Hotel and Spa, Downtown Miami present their second edition of “Wine and Dine by the Bay – Le Tour de France.” Chef Kenneth Williams (formerly of Fisher Island Club) and Wine by the Bay owner, Stefano Campanini will offer guests a French-inspired getaway through a five-course course meal paired with fine wines representing various French regions.
International Beer Day Brunch
Sunday July 5th 2012, 12:00PM – 3:00PM
National Hotel
1677 Collins Avenue
Miami FL 33139 Facebook Evite
Join us at the National Hotel to celebrate the International Beer Day with our $2 Beers Selection featuring Amstel, Budweiser, Corona, Grolsh, Heineken, Michelob Ultra, Sapporo, Stella Artois, Yuengling and more…
Menu highlights include a smoked salmon station, French toast, imported French Cheeses and Charcuterie, Omelette station, Vibrant Salads, Farmers Market Vegetables homemade granola..
Enjoy a hearty buffet and then waste the rest of the day away sipping cocktails by our infinity pool. An extraordinary retreat!
Sunday August 5th 2012, 12:00pm-3:00pm $39.00 plus taxes and gratuities per person.
For reservations contact us directly at 305-423-7211 or by email to: restaurant@nationalhotel.com
Johnson & Wales North Miami Campus is partnering with Miami Spice to host a Twitter Competition for South Florida Foodies. Nine restaurants featuring accomplished JWU alumni chefs, who are also participating in Miami Spice, will be involved in the #ISEEJWU Twitter Competition in order to give foodies the opportunity to win prizes and eat at delicious restaurants. The rules are simple: eat at one of the nine participating restaurants (see attached and below). During your meal, snap a photo to demonstrate your location and tweet it using hashtags #ISEEJWU and #MiamiSpice. Every Friday during Miami Spice, ten participants will be chosen at random to receive a $25 gift certificate to the restaurant they tweet from and a SFF (South Florida Foodie) cling sticker.
The competition begins at noon on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 and ends at 10 pm on Friday, September 28, 2012.
This contest is open to anyone who eats at one of the nine participating restaurants during Miami Spice. Eat, tweet and win!
Sunday Burgers + Beers At The Palms’ Tiki Bar
Every Sunday starting July 15, 2012 through September 30, 2011
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Poolside at The Palms Hotel & Spa
3025 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33140 www.thepalmshotel.com
South Florida’s long, warm days are perfect for enjoying The Palms’ poolside tropical gardens and balmy ocean breezes. Guests are invited to enjoy The Palms Hotel & Spa’s second annual Summer Burgers + Beers event held every Sunday starting now until September 30, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Taking place by the hotel’s Tiki Bar and private beach area shaded by swaying palm trees, guests are invited to savor our burger specialties created with local, organic, and seasonal ingredients for the freshest chow in town.
The Palms’ Sunday Tiki Burgers + Beers event is $19.95++ adult / $9.95++ kids 10 and under (not including tax and gratuity). For more information, please call 305.908.5458. You may also want to take advantage of our Sunday Afternoon Cabana Special: For $50 enjoy one of our private Tiki Cabanas starting at 3:00 p.m. until the Tiki Bar closes.
Doonsday at the Federal
Thursday, August 2nd, 2012, 7:30 – 10:30pm
5132 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, Fl 33137
A night with Randall Grahm…
Depending on who you ask, Randall Grahm is one of the most influential voices of wine making in California along with the likes of Robert Mondavi.
Call Grahm trailblazing, rebellious, zany, eclectic, opinionated, or all of the above. One thing is for sure! Being able to host a 5 course dinner with his wines is an honor and a pleasure.
Communities In Schools of Miami and Kitchen 305 Hosts Dine out for Kids
Friday, July 27 through Sunday, July 29th
Kitchen 305 at the Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort
16701 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach, FL
For reservations, call 305.749.211 www.cismiami.org.
Kitchen 305 has partnered with Communities in Schools of Miami to host a Dine out for Kids fundraiser. In support of keeping kids in school, Kitchen 305 will donate proceeds from a weekend worth of dinners from July 27th through July 29th.
To kick off the philanthropy, Elizabeth Mejia, CIS of Miami’s Executive Director will host Cecilia Gutierrez-Abety, CIS of Miami Board Member; Dr. Nikolai and Rachel Vitti, Assistant Superintendent of Miami Dade County Public Schools; Dr. Pablo Ortiz, 2011-2012 Principal of the Year and Modesto Gutierrez Abety, CEO of the Children’s Trust, for a private dinner on July 27th at 7p.m.
Dine Out And Help Keep Kids In School
Kitchen 305 Partners with Communities In Schools of Miami to Donate 20% of Dinner Sales To Keeping Local Students Succeeding In School
Miami-Dade County Superintendent Alberto Carvalho recently made a pledge to increase Dade County’s graduation rate to 90 percent in the next two years. Historically recognized as one the lowest performing school districts in the entire country, Miami is also known as one of the wealthiest cities in the word.
In support of keeping local, at-risk students in school, Kitchen 305 has partnered with Communities In Schools of Miami (CIS) to donate 20% percent of sales from Friday, July 27th through Sunday, July 29th to help CIS continue to provide free tutoring, mentoring, counseling, life skills programs and after-school and summer camps geared to help students to stay in school and prepare for life.
To kickoff the fundraiser, Kitchen 305 is hosting a dinner for Elizabeth Mejia, CIS of Miami’s Executive Director and Cecilia Gutierrez-Abety, CIS of Miami Board Member and their special guests of honor Dr. Nikolai and Rachel Vitti, Assistant Superintendent of Miami Dade County Public Schools, Dr. Pablo Ortiz, 2011-2012 Principal of the Year, and Modesto Gutierrez Abety, CEO of the Children’s Trust, a major investor in CIS of Miami’s programs.
CIS will allocate all proceeds toward helping thousands of students throughout Miami-Dade County. Through this partnership, CIS will be able to expand its reach to Miami’s most challenging neighborhoods and continue to provide dropout prevention services, college access and career readiness programs, mentorship and leadership opportunities as well as initiatives that help teen mothers stay in school.
Miracle Treat Day July 26,2012, All day
Dairy Queen
For participating locations in Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties, visit www.miracletreatday.com.
Participating South Florida Dairy Queen locations will host “Miracle Treat Day†Jul. 26 and donate $1 or more from every Blizzard Treat sold to the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® program at Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation.
To find participating locations in Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties, visit www.miracletreatday.com.
Miracle Treat Day is a great and delicious way to help the children and families at Miami Children’s Hospital.
Wine and Dine by the Bay Tuesday, July 24, 2012, 7:30 p.m.
Amuse, Casa Moderna Hotel & Spa
1100 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL
33132
3rd Floor at the Marquis Building
786.369.0300 www.winebtb.com
Wine by the Bay and Amuse at Casa Moderna Hotel and Spa, Downtown Miami present their first, “Wine and Dine by the Bay.” Join Chef Kenneth Williams (formerly of Fisher Island Club) and Wine by the Bay owner, Stefano Campanini for a sumptuous summer five-course meal paired with some of Napa Valley’s best wines. “Wine and Dine by the Bay†will take place on Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. RSVP’s are required to 786.369.0300. The cost is $50.00 per person plus taxes and tips.
The evening begins with “Wahame-wrapped Tuna Sirloin, Wasabi Risotto, and Napa Cabbage and Lemon Oil,” and ends with “Seared Wagyu Sirloin, Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Brussel Sprouts, Quail Egg and Espresso Sauce.”
Accompanied by fresh berries, the signature “Triple Chocolate Mousse” is the perfect finale to a meal overlooking starlit Biscayne Bay.
Whether you are among friends or flying solo, this social and enlightening dinner experience is not to be missed!
$50.00 per person plus taxes and tip. Menu is posted at this link: https://www.facebook.com/events/394283837301875/
Limited Space. RSVP to Amuse, Casa Moderna Hotel & Spa 786.369.0300
Valet and Street Parking
Wine by the Bay is a fine wine store and art boutique where you can find your collectable wine and discover a new passion with the assistance of our highly competent and friendly staff. Wine by the Bay hosts weekly wine tastings and regular cultural events.
New Year’s Eve 2010 I went to see Cirque du Soleil’s Kooza in downtown Miami. A few days later I was trolling around on Twitter and met my friend Ofelia over some of her photos of the event. We have other things in common, but our love of Cirque du Soleil still rides high in the book.
So when we saw that the Circus was coming to Bank Atlantic Center a few months ago, we coordinated to go with our families on the same day, and as it turned out, she and her husband and son were even seated in the same section as my wife and me. Yes, of course we started the afternoon off with an awesome meal at the Grand Lux Cafe at Sawgrass Mills Mall. Guess what? All Hispanics aren’t fashionably late, despite what you might have heard. And the mega rain was truly an excuse this time, not needed.
Anyway, I know this is about the show, but let me give a thumbs up for the restaurant. The reservation for 4 I gave yesterday was an unplanned test when I showed with 5 today. Way to handle it perfectly! My BBQ Baby Back Ribs were spectacular. And that creative slaw, fries and corn bread you baked were fabulous. Everyone else loved their food too! Thank you for not bitching or rolling your eyes when I asked you to split the already un-split check. I will be back! And I digged the dressy gators out front of the restaurant.
Bank Atlantic Center. Premium parking is a rip! For $45 I’d arrive in a limo with a hooker the escort we saw some fat dude with. Well even the $20 basic parking was a rip-off, but it was raining hard. Thank God, NO RED. I’m a Flyers fan. Our friend’s son had to chug his Gatorade or dump it before passing security. Jeez. Oh, now I see why? Gatorades are $5 yet still better priced than the $9 Heineken pounders. I bought nothing inside. My wife decided she needed a $5 coffee, but OK, nothing.
The show started promptly, as usual, with the Clowns joking around with the audience. Pretty standard, comic relief, and lots of laughs. (Do they do that in other cities or just in Miami where inconsiderate people show up to a professional show 20-30 minutes late? This isn’t a little league game). They also of course picked out one unsuspecting dude from the audience to get picked on. Very good sport.
The first half of the show was a little slow to be honest. Obviously the skills were difficult for every event, but Cirque has a very high standard to reach for the guy who’s seen a lot of them. Other audience members agreed. I overheard at least 3 or 4 dudes in the enormous dude restroom line say the same thing. Best part was the trampoline act where two guys and two gals took turns flipping off the roof of a house, running up walls, narrowly missing each other, back and forth drama. All the while, a woman sang in the middle of them on a balcony. Great choreography, no collisions, really cool.
The juggler had a rough day today. He started off with some sweet moves, rolling the balls around his body. He did some kind of ball break-dance with his arms and hands, also very cool. He had an assistant giving balls from a rope high above him. What more could a guy want? But his finale, 8 balls, didn’t go awesomely. His first try was the best but he didn’t complete the routine. Three tries. Honestly, I felt the task was impossible, but then again I drink beer and cognac and don’t juggle. Was a strong routine, regardless!
The first half also sported lots of double-people dragons, which I’m sure took enormous coordination. Big pole balancing guys. There was a guy in an egg that did some rotations around and around, but I think we were expecting fast and not precise muscle moves. And some chick a few rows behind me almost got in deep doo-doo for turning on her cell phone camera toward the end. Jeez, some people.
After intermission, I could feel the people asking for high-energy entries. I felt the second half started slow as well. While I think the lady twirling on the blue curtains was very talented and ballsy, the segment went way too long. But I thought the Yo-yo chicks were absolutely terrific throwing yo-yos into the air, catching them, and a zillion other really cool tricks. High energy, big smiles, and a really amazing performance. My wife and I thought that one was great!
Let’s talk about the clowns. They were entertaining. No doubt, despite their French chatter. And I loved their parody and mocking of all the other performers in one particular skit they did. Was great. Even the “audience member” that we chatted about earlier finally was identified as part of the cast, a clown, yep. And he was so believable at “Average Joe” too! But in the end, the clowns were too much of the show, seriously.
Other favorites from the second half included the “Diving Through Rings” acrobats, very entertaining. And the finale, the Jump Rope dudes, amazing coordination, strength and timing.
Everyone loved the music and the band was introduced during the show as well. Love that they had their “pit” below the house and you could see them and lights from there throughout the show. The singers were great as usual, no doubt about it.
Overall impression: I really enjoyed myself. There is nothing like Cirque du Soleil. There are many other shows I’ve seen that I loved, while this one was just comme ci, comme ça. Happy I went. Merci for reading.
SAIA at Sunset | Five-course dinner with sake pairings Tuesday, July 31st
Guests should arrive no later than 7pm. First course begins at 7:15pm.
999 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 www.SAIAsushi.com
$99 per couple |$54 per person (all inclusive) | Complimentary valet
www.OpenTable.com | 954.302.5252
SAIA invites guests to take a journey to Southeast Asia on Tuesday, July 31st at their monthly SAIA at Sunset dinner series. Guests will enjoy a delicious and innovative five-course menu from Executive Chef Subin Chenkosorn paired with a selection of premium sakes. Learn about the history of sake and how to best pair the libation with savory and sweet dishes, amidst stunning ocean views. All-inclusive tickets are only $54 per person or $99 per couple but reservations are going fast! To reserve a seat please visit OpenTable at www.OpenTable.com/SAIA or call 954.302.5252.
Charity Preview of Red’s Miami Spice Menu July 26, 6:30 -9 p.m
Red, the Steakhouse, Miami Beach
119 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach. www.kidsafefoundation.org
Donations $30 in advance. $40 at door. Reserve on-line. Call 1-855-844-SAFE for more details.
Exclusive sneak preview of Red, the Steakhouse, Miami Beach’s Miami Spice Menu to benefit KidSafe Foundation in their fight against child abuse. Chef Peter Vauthy will indulge guests with samples of the signature menu.
5 Napkin Burger – Beer Dinner Series
Monday, July 16, 2012 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
5 Napkin Burger
455 Lincoln Rd
Miami Beach, FL 33139 Order Tickets Online
5 Napkin Burger is excited to bring their Beer and Bourbon Dinner Series to South Beach, with Florida Beer Company kicking it off on Monday, July 16th followed by Holy Mackerel on July 23rd.
Each dinner will begin at 7pm with an informal cocktail reception where guests will mingle with the brewers and dine on passed appetizers made with the beer! The evening will then proceed to a seated 3-course dinner and every bite of food will be expertly paired with a different beer (totaling four throughout the evening). Chef Andy D’Amico and the breweries will be working alongside one another to bring guests new flavors and new beer experiences.
To attend one dinner is $35 (including tax and gratuity) and for those real beer lovers, the cost to attend both dinners is $60 per person, also all inclusive.
Florida Beer Company menu includes: Pork Taquitos, Lobster Endive Spears, Pickles & Pastrami, Spinach & Artichoke Crostini, Bacon, Ale & Gruyere Soup, choice of Avoado Ranch Burger or Veggie Burger, Porter Granite.
Florida Beer Company beers include: Key West Southernmost Wheat, Key West Sunset Ale, Florida Lager, and Swamp Ape IPA
Holy Mackerel menu includes: Vegetable Maki Rolls, Wasabi Deviled Eggs with Sriracha, Grilled Chipotle Shrimp, Hell’s Kitchen ‘Boneless Wings’, Mussels steamed in Ale, choice of Barbecue Burger or Veggie Burger, and Watermelon Wheat Float
Holy Mackerel beers include: Special Golden, Panic Attack and Mack in Black
For more information, contact us at events@5napkinburger.com or visit our website at www.5napkinburger.com.
Beneath the Tuscan Sun
Friday, July 13, 2012, 8:00pm La Bottega
3540 Main Highway
Coconut Grove FL 33133
A seven course Tuscan-Inspired
Dinner prepared by Chef Carmen,
paired with Six exceptional
wines from the region $75 per person
limited seating, Reservations
305-441-0219
First Course
Azienda Agraria Santa Lucia, Fonteblanda Maremma, Brigante Bianco Capalbio, Vermentino di Maremma
Sea Scallops marinated with Vermentino, cured shrimp and crab with Tuscan
sea salt, lemon-infused olive oil from Bolgheri.
Second Course
Cantine Gini Vernaccia di San Gimignano Castello di Bolgheri
Quinoa d’Estate with rosemary and lavender, with sweet garlic essence.
Third Course
Castello di Bolgheri Varvà ra Bolgheri
Zuppa di Asparagi Asparagus bisque with a caviar quenelle.
Fourth Course
Il Grigio da San Felice, Chianti Classico Riserva
Raviolo Quattro Formaggi, white truffle mascarpone sauce, opal basil.
Fifth Course
Tenuta de Seste Brunello di Montalcino
Bocconcini di Vitello: Veal stuffed with spinach and melted Parmesan cheese,
coated with aromatic herbs.
Sixth Course
Tenuta de Seste Brunello di Montalcino
Piatto Formaggi: Sotocenere al Tartufo, Taleggio and Gorgonzola dolce, smoked almonds, homemade peach marmalade.
Dessert Course
Chocolate Mousse with raspberry coulis.
Beloved Burger, Hot Dog and Frozen Custard Stand Opens Second Miami Location
Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) is excited to bring its second Shake Shack to the Sunshine State. The new Coral Gables Shake Shack is just a burger’s throw from the University of Miami.
Born in New York City in 2004, Shake Shack opened its first Miami location in June 2010 at 1111 Lincoln Road in South Beach and quickly became a favorite among both locals and tourists, receiving a three-star review in the Miami Herald. A vibrant community gathering spot, Shake Shack is a modern day “roadside†burger stand known for its delicious burgers, flat-top dogs, frozen custard, beer, wine and more.
The new Coral Gables location is constructed with recycled and sustainable materials, wherever possible. It features tabletops sourced from reclaimed bowling alley lanes handcrafted in Brooklyn, NY, and wooden counter seating made from reclaimed river cypress. In addition, energy-efficient kitchen equipment and LED lighting are employed throughout the space.
“We were drawn to the charm of Coral Gables and its deep sense of community,†said Randy Garutti, Shake Shack CEO. “We are also thrilled to be located so close to the University of Miami. We hope this Shack will be a fun and lively experience that will be enjoyed by Gables locals and students alike.â€
The Coral Gables menu includes all the Shake Shack classics, as well as a scrumptious new burger that rolled out at other locations over the past month. The SmokeShackâ„¢ is a cheeseburger topped with Niman Ranch all-natural applewood smoked bacon, chopped cherry pepper and ShackSauce.
As is the case with all Shake Shacks, the frozen custard “concrete†selections were created specifically for the Coral Gables Shack, with names that are a playful nod to the surrounding community. ‘Canes fans can rally their next ice cream craving around The “U†Malt (chocolate custard, fudge sauce, chocolate truffle cookie dough and malt). Other Gables-specific concretes include the Coral Crisp (vanilla custard, peanut butter sauce, marshmallow sauce, Valrhona chocolate pearls and crispy crunchies), and the Cookie Cubana (vanilla custard, Cuban-style sugar cookie, salted caramel sauce and banana). In addition, the menu includes a local favorite that debuted at the South Beach Shack, the Key Lime Pie Oh My (vanilla custard blended with a slice of key lime pie from The Sugar Monkey).
As part of its community outreach efforts and mission to “Stand for Something Good,†the Coral Gables Shack is partnering with the Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation – a long-standing relationship that first began with the South Beach Shake Shack. Located in close proximity to the Coral Gables Shack, 5% of sales from the Coral Crisp concrete will benefit the hospital. Plus, Shake Shack staff will visit the hospital on a monthly basis for fun-filled frozen custard socials with patients.
Nationally acclaimed Latin Chef, Horacio Rivadero, has brought the essential flavors of Latin America to OLA Restaurant in Miami Beach.Begin your gastronomic adventure with a specialty mojito then be prepare to be blown away by Chef Rivadero’s’ world renown ceviches. Entrees are prepared with a creative combination of Pan Latin, Spanish and Caribbean flavors. Indulge in Crispy Pork with mustard Mojo, Beef Tenderloin Churrasco or Florida Sweet Corn Empanada. A culinary journey unlike anything you have ever experienced. Chef Horacio Rivadero was named recently by Food and Wine Magazine as†Best New Chef for the Gulf Region 2012″ and the restaurant was named by Zagat as “Extrodinary for food with a 27 ratingâ€.
Champagne Perrier-Jouët Bastille Day Brunch July 15, 2012, 12:00pm – 3:00am
The National Hotel
1677 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139 www.nationalhotel.com
The National Hotel and Champagne Perrier-Jouët present Bastille Day Brunch.
Bastille Day is the name given in English-speaking countries to the French National Day, which is celebrated on the 14th of July each year. In France, it is formally called “La Fête Nationale” (The National Celebration) and commonly “le quatorze juillet” (the fourteenth of July)
So join us at the National Hotel to celebrate La Fête Nationale Francaise with a gastronomic tour of Paris, flowing Perrier-Jouët bubbles and live music with Rosa Bonheur, Acordeon and musicians from France…
Our culinary team has taken the traditional Parisian fare often shared on this glorious day the Bastille was re-purposed and put our unique twist on such a favorites as Coq au Vin, Bouillabaisse, Fruits de Mer, Tableside Crepes, imported French Cheeses and Charcuterie, Omelette Station, Vibrant Salads and Farmers Market Vegetables are just a few of the highlights.
After Brunch join us for Kir Royals and a Petanque Tournament at our Private Beach…
$49 including Champagne Perrier-Jouët unlimited / $19.39 for children under 12
Reservations recommended
Brooks is excited to open EDGE, a modern take on the steakhouse in Miami on Brickell Avenue. His focus is on farm-to-table prime products, all-natural ingredients and perfect techniques. The better-tasting natural grass-fed beef – from family-owned Creekstone Farms in Arkansas – comes in smaller cuts; the intense heat of the special Infra-red grill it’s cooked on seals in juices and tenderness and creates a fabulous crust on the outside. There’s more meat and less fat to the slow-cooked Berkshire Pork belly from Iowa. As for the seafood, “We go local with mahi, Corvina, wahoo, stone crabs – they’re awesome, the best crabs I’ve ever eaten, and fresh Florida spiny lobster,†explains Brooks. “But we also bring in the best of East Coast seafood,†he says.
East End Brasserie’s Bastille Day Celebration
Special prix fixe menu available Friday, July 13-Sunday, July 15 from 5:30-10:00 p.m.
The Bastille Day Celebration will take place Saturday, July 14 from 7:00-10:00 p.m. East End Brasserie
The Atlantic Resort & Spa
601 N. Ft. Lauderdale Beach Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
In celebration of the French national holiday comparable to America’s Fourth of July, East End Brasserie, is offering a weekend of themed events and menus that will leave guests saying “ooh la la.†Set in both the lounge and main dining room, locals and hotel guests can enjoy French martinis and bubbles, as well as classic cuisine ranging from moules frites to a collection of sweets.
The tempting prix fixe menu ($55 per person) will showcase four courses of delectable French cuisine.
Highlights include:
· Steak Tartare – beef filet, capers, anchovies, Dijon mustard, onion herbs, organic egg
· Salad Niçoise – bibb lettuce, niçoise olives, radish, deviled eggs, baby heirloom tomatoes, haricot vert, fingerling potatoes, red wine vinaigrette
· Roasted Red Snapper – with buttered peas, asparagus, Swiss chard, fingerling potatoes, lemon and olive oil
· Orange Crème Brulee – with amaretti cookies and cream
The Bastille Day Celebration will be held in the East End Brasserie Lounge. Festivities include complimentary glass of champagne, hors d’oeuvres and live entertainment by French-American Jazz musician, Annie Royer.
Dinner Arcoss the Decades – It’s a 1950s Redux Thursday June 28, 2012
The Federal Food, Drink & Provisions
5132 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33137
$75.- per person, plus tax and gratuity
Email or Call us to RSVP 305.758.9559, info@thefederalmiami.com
Join us at the Federal through a culinary voyage across the decades.
Every month through August, Chef Cesar Zapata will be revamping classic Americana inspired recipes in his unique 21st century twist. Now anyone who’s ever dreamt of travelling back in time can actually do so without having to encounter Doc Brown or be kidnapped into a DeLorean!
June features the 1950s, a decade made famous for fast food, TV dinners, the beginning of foods on the go and, the ever frightful, foods in a mold (aka. Jello molds, tuna molds, etc.)
In addition to our culinary theme, we will partnering up with Augustan Wines in order to bring guests the finest vinous pairing found. Augustan Wines just so happens to have one of the most comprehensive, American, boutique wine selections in the market and is naturally the perfect fit for the launch of the first of three dinner series. Read below a bit more about Augustan…Believe it or not, they don’t sell a single “bad” wine!
A taste of what’s to come…
Pre-Prandial Libation: The Federal Spritz, sparkling wine, bittermens sour lemon & hopped grapefruit, housemade lemon syrup, orange
Crs1: “Cheez Whiz,†home made soda crackers, mini fruit cup, Adelsheim Auxerrois, Willamette Valley 2009
Crs2: Trad’l Shrimp Cocktail, smoked jumbo shrimp, cocktail sauce from scratch, pickled seasonal vegetables, Talley Vineyards Estate Chardonnay, Arroyo Grande Valley 2010
Crs3: “The Elvis,†seared foie gras, caramelized bananas, peanut butter, french toast, Patz & Hall Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 2010
Crs4: “TV Dinner,†rabbit a la KFC, candied kumquats, smashed taters, florida sweet corn, Jaffurs Syrah, Santa Barbara 2010
Crs5: “The Sugar Fairy’s Sweet Confectionsâ€, Honig Sauvignon Blanc Late Harvest, Napa Valley 2009
Suzy Batlle is a creative force to be reckoned with, in and out of the kitchen. She can whip up ice cream out of just about anything, make crafty seats out of old guayaberas and even lay down tiles. Most recently, she’s gaining fans with her new shop, Azucar Ice Cream Company, right in the heart of Little Havana.
El Vato Celebrates 1st Birthday Complimentary Margaritas & Taquitos 6/21
Free Sunday Brunch 6/23
El Vato
1010 South Miami Ave
Miami, FL
Thursday, June 21st, 8pm-Close
Enjoy Complimentary El Vato Margaritas and Chicken and Steak Taquitos 8-9pm
Sunday, June 23, 11:30am-4pm
Free Sunday Brunch. Enjoy brunch classics like Eggs Benedict and Huevos Rancheros with an El Vato twist!
You must RSVP at www.elvatobar.com/hungover and Tweet @elvatobar using the hashtag #hungover to receive an RSVP confirmation. RSVP not valid without a confirmation. Hurry, space is limited!
RA Sushi Celebrates International Sushi Day with Complimentary Tootsy Maki
June 18, 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.
RA Sushi in South Miami
5829 SW 73rd St.
Miami, FL 33143 www.facebook.com/rasushisouthmiami.
On June 18, 2012, RA Sushi Bar Restaurant is celebrating International Sushi Day, an informal holiday created to encourage sushi lovers around the world to eat more sushi. In honor of this special day, anyone who “likes†RA Sushi in South Miami on Facebook can print a special offer good for one complimentary Tootsy Maki.
To make the holiday official, in 2010, RA Sushi declared June 18 as International Sushi Day in the Chase’s Calendar of Events. The date continues to be included in this most comprehensive and authoritative reference book available on special events, worldwide holidays, civic observations, and more.
The complimentary Tootsy Maki certificate must be printed from RA Sushi in South Miami’s Facebook page on June 18, International Sushi Day, and it can be redeemed between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. on the same day.
BRIO Celebrates National Pink Day
Saturday, June 23
BRIO at The Village at Gulfstream Park
600 Silks Run, Suite 1205
Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
In honor of National Pink Day in the U.S. – a day to simply celebrate the color pink, as well as Notte Rosa (The Pink Night) – the summer’s New Year’s Eve celebration on Italy’s Riviera of Rimini, South Florida BRIO Tuscan Grille (BRIO)restaurants are “thinking pink†and offering $5 and $7 pink drink specials on Saturday, June 23 only.
BRIO guests can enjoy the unique Saturday drink specials all day on June 23. Distinctive in flavor and appearance, the specials include the delicious Pink Pear-Berry, Absolut Pear, Chambord, fresh lemon juice and cranberry juice, served up for $7; or the Pink Berry Dream, Sobieski Raspberry, Tuaca Vanilla Liqueur, fresh lemon juice and cranberry juice, served up for $5. Those who desire a spirit-free pink drink can enjoy BRIO’s refreshing Strawberry Basil Lemonade, basil, strawberries, housemade lemonade and lime juice for only $2.95.
Pink Day specials are available at all South Florida BRIO locations: The Village at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, The Shops at Pembroke Gardens in Pembroke Pines, The Shops at Boca Center in Boca Raton, and The Gardens Mall in PalmBeach Gardens.
“The Pink Day specials are our way of inviting guests to participate in National Pink Day, in addition to the fun Italian and international celebration of the summer’s New Year’s Eve,†said BRIO Tuscan Grille Director of Marketing Nicole Roope.
National Pink Day in the U.S. is observed by “going pink†with pink clothing, eating pink food, drinking pink drinks, etc. Pink Night on the Riviera of Rimini celebrates the area’s standing as a place of nightlife and fun with features such as dramatic pink lighting, fireworks, theatre productions, concerts, and endless fun.
Grand Opening-Budare Bistro in Brickell
Friday June 15th, 2012 beginning at 6:30 pm. Budare Bistro
1830 SW 3 Ave
Miami Florida 33129.
This event is free of charge and open to the public.
Over 40,000 Venezuelans reside in South Florida. Budare Bistro, opening in the heart of Brickell, hopes to bring them a taste of home with their authentic Venezuelan cuisine.
Budare Bistro, owned by Gloria Villasmil & Jesus Nieto, is named after the circular cast iron or clay griddle used in Venezuelan cooking. Nieto thinks Miami is ready for something new, saying “We are in an era where people are interested in tasting new flavors and fusions. At Budare Bistro we are helping people do that. We have selected the very best ingredients to create the exquisite dishes of our Venezuela. We are hoping to bring Venezuelan specialties to a new demographic.â€
The owners of Budare Bistro have created a place where you can feel at home. Open seven days a week, their goal is to become a meeting point of cultures where you can also enjoy the best Venezuelan food in town. On the menu there are over thirty arepitas, mini-empanadas, and mini-cachapitas, all homemade and accompanied by delightful sauces. Jesus Nieto states simply, “We will make you feel at home. And we promise you an extraordinary experienceâ€.
During the grand opening event Budare Bistro will officially bring the best of Venezuelan cooking to Miami. This exciting event will feature live music, cocktails, and a sampling of their menu favorites.
Lyn Farmer is a widely published writer on wine and food and is Senior Editor of The Wine News magazine. His articles have been honored with the James Beard Foundation Award for best writing on wine and spirits, the most prestigious award in the wine and food. He has written widely on the wines of France and Italy and led many tastings and seminars on Italian wine in particular. Since 1999, he has been director of the Miami Wine and Food Festival, an annual event that has raised more than $10 million for charity. For a decade he was restaurant critic of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel newspaper and over the years he has led dozens of tours of major food and wine regions of the world. He is the author of the just- published Louis Vuitton City Guide Miami. Lyn’s basic premise is that “behind every bottle of good wine, there is a great story, and in every great story there is an interesting person – the story of a wine is a story of people.†Lyn’s extensive writings are as much about people as about the wines they make.
LoKal, pronounced [lo-ka’l], debuts in Coconut Grove in mid-December 2011. Stemming from the German word for restaurant and meeting place, LoKal will live up to its definition of being a meeting place but will exceed all of its guests’ expectations by bringing sustainably and locally sourced ingredients paired with an industrial, raw edginess. Particularly suited to the Grove’s personality and bohemian reputation, Grovites will now have a place where they can satiate their comfort food cravings as well as their ideological inclinations.
Garden Lunch At Cecconi’s Miami Beach Offers Guests $25 Three-Course Prix Fixe Menu
Cecconi’s Miami
Soho Beach House
4385 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, Fla.,
Cecconi’s Miami Beach is sharing a fresh take on lunch dates with its “Garden Lunch,†a three-course ($25*) prix fixe seasonal Italian menu by Executive Chef Sergio Sigala and Pastry Chef Oscar Bonelli. Located on the ground floor of Soho Beach House, the intimate garden-style restaurant offers a welcome respite for a business lunch or leisurely outing.
The first course on the Spring menu includes a choice Zuppa del Giorno, Insalata Primavera or Pizzetta with tomato, mozzarella and basil; entrees include Grilled Shrimp, Quinoa and Romaine Lettuce Salad, Spaghetti Pomodoro and Basil or Grilled Skirt Steak, served with spicy broccolini. Dolci options include Sorbet, Ice Cream or Pineapple Carpaccio.
Reservations are encouraged at 786.507.7902 or miami@cecconisrestaurant.com.
*Tax and gratuity are additional.
Open Monday through Thursday 7 a.m. to midnight, Friday and Saturday 7 to 1 a.m., and Sunday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. For more information, please call 786.507.7902 or visit www.cecconisrestaurant.com.
RA Sushi to host 8th Annual Nicky’s Week fundraiser May 27-June 2
RA Sushi South Miami
5829 SW 73rd St.
Miami, FL 33143.
Proceeds from select menu items benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®
RA Sushi will host its eighth annual “Nicky’s Week†fundraiser Sunday, May 27, through Saturday, June 2, to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, one of the world’s premier centers for research and treatment of pediatric cancer and other deadly diseases since it opened 50 years ago.
The Scottsdale-based restaurant and bar will donate 100 percent of the proceeds from the sale of a variety of menu items and beverages to St. Jude to help support the hospital’s lifesaving mission. Since its inception, Nicky’s Week has raised more than $943,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and RA Sushi hopes to surpass the $1 million mark this year.
The special Nicky’s Week menu, available at RA Sushi in South Miami (5829 SW 73rd St.) includes: Edamame, Tootsy Maki, Shrimp Nigiri, Pork Gyoza, Chicken Yakitori, Garlic Citrus Yellowtail Tapas, plus a variety of select beverages.
All 25 RA Sushi locations in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Maryland, Nevada and Texas will participate in the fundraiser.
Nicky’s Week was developed in memory of St. Jude patient Nicholas “Nicky†Mailliard, of Scottsdale, Ariz., who lost a long battle with brain cancer in February 2005 at the young age of 13. A nephew of one of RA Sushi’s founders, Nicky held a special place in the hearts of RA Sushi associates throughout the organization. RA Sushi initiated the fundraiser to honor the memory of Nicky and to raise awareness and funds for St. Jude, where no child is ever turned away because of a family’s inability to pay for medical treatments.
“RA Sushi is honored to continue to support St. Jude and help them with their life-changing mission, said Scott Kilpatrick, co-founder and vice president of RA Sushi. “We want to help ensure their services remain available to children and families battling serious illness.â€
All donations from the weeklong effort will help support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, which has treated children from all 50 states and around the world. Known primarily as a cancer research center, St. Jude doctors and researchers also treat children with sickle cell disease and pediatric HIV.
A “RAâ€ckin’ vibe, popular music, and distinctive Japanese fusion cuisine sets RA Sushi Bar Restaurant apart from a typical sushi joint. RA opened its first location in Scottsdale, Ariz. in 1997 and has since expanded to include 25 locations throughout the United States. Consistently awarded for its fresh sushi, creative cocktails, killer happy hour, and musically inspired nightlife, at RA good food and good times go hand-in-hand.
Lunch is served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Dinner is served until 11 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, and until midnight Thursday through Sunday. The bar is open until 1 a.m. or later. Happy Hour food and beverage specials are offered Monday through Saturday, 3 to 7 p.m. RA Sushi’s Flying Fish Lounge is the perfect place to catch some fresh fish and drink specials. On Sunday nights from 8 p.m. to midnight, RA-goers visiting the Flying Fish Lounge will find specials on sushi and drinks.
Mykel Stevens Didi Tristan Arlay Regueiro Dan Sehres present Halston 1977 Wednesday May 23rd 2012
City Hall The Restaurant
2004 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33137
RSVP: halston1977@gmail.com
We Pay Tribute To The King & Queen Of Disco: Robin Gibb & Donna Summer
Halston 1977 Guest Of Honor: Myra Wexler
Dinner Seating & Cocktails start at 8PM
Night Orchestrated By: Ryan Evans
Disco Classics, Nu-Disco, 80’s 90’s Dance,
Bee Gees & Donna Summer’s Hits
$35 Prix Fixe Menu Available
Dinner Reservations: 305 764-3130
This night is inspired by a defined decadent era known for its glamorous clothes, luxuries, hedonistic party culture and excesses. You stepped into a stylish sophisticated night in 1977
The Meatball Joint is opening tomorrow (5/21/12) at the old King Kone on Alton and 15th. We had the opportunity to sample the whole menu tonight.
The menu is pretty much laid out in a build-your-balls way. Get a pen and pick your meatball type (beef, turkey, veggie or a daily special), pick your sauce, and either go naked or choose a vessel from a sammy, slider or a sandwich. You can also add some good stuff on the side like roasted corn polenta, watercress pear salad, garlic bread, grilled veggies, pasta, etc….. Everything is under $10 with the exception of eating 6 sliders at $15. So we tried all the balls – the beef, the turkey and the veggie (which is mostly eggplant and surprisingly delicious). Large tasty balls in flavorful sauces at a terrific price point.
We also ordered dessert. They have apple pie, bread pudding (sold out) and a “make your own” ice cream cookie sandwich. Ours was a giant ball of vanilla ice cream shaped like a meatball in between two chocolate chip cookies! Nom Nom Nom
Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli has accomplised an impressive lot for his young age (26). The passionate Miamian has led at a handful of respected restaurants, rubbed elbows with world-famous chefs, developed fairly profitable hobby at music and art, won a Food Network cooking contest and, most recentrly, is fulfilling his life-long dream of opening his very own dining establishment, eating house.
Make Your Own Bloody Mary Bar! Every Saturday & Sunday, 9AM-3PM
Clevelander Hotel South Beach
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139 www.clevelander.com
Yes, we went there. We have all the funky ingredients for your perfect bloody mary accompanied by a killer breakfast buffet! Come hungry.
Timeless At Soyka Night Launches New Menu 5/22/12 Tuesday May 22nd between 6 and 9:30pm
Soyka Restaurant
5556 NE 4th Court
55th Street Station
Miami, FL 33137 www.soykarestaurant.com
RSVP to soykaevents@graspagroup.com or call 305.759.3117
Anyone who makes a reservation for Tuesday May 22nd between 6 and 9:30pm will:
* receive a $20 gift certificate to use in a future visit,
* enjoy fashion and music live performances throughout dinner,
* learn about the new menu from Chef Christian Martin via looping videos (as he needs to be in the kitchen preparing the dishes)
Introducing Soyka’s Classic and New Dishes with Fashion and Music Live Performances
Soyka restaurant, located in the 55th Street Station and a staple on Biscayne Boulevard’s food scene since 1999, will unveil its newly updated menu boasting classic and new dishes during a special night Tuesday May 22nd, with fashion and music live performances and video presentations by Chef Christian Martin.
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Menu prices apply but guests who make a reservation for Tuesday May 22nd between 6 and 9:30pm and attend the event will receive a $20 gift certificate that can be used during future visits. Appetizers range from $7 to $14, entrees from $8 to $32 with burgers and pizzas averaging $13.
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“Timeless at Soyka†will showcase Soyka’s new menu designed to seamlessly keep its most popular dishes while adding contemporary choices. The menu presentation makes it easy for patrons to review the dishes under its two new categories. Soyka’s Classics, featured on the left of the new menu, such as the Tuna Tartare, Sesami Salmon and Turkey Meatballs will remain though they were thoroughly reviewed by Chef Christian Martin and Graspa’s Corporate Chef Alberto Marcato to ensure quality and use of the best possible ingredients. The New dishes, listed on the right side of the menu, include a Citrus Quinoa Salad, Maitardi’s beloved Seafood Lasagna, Kurobuta (a special Japanese breed) Pork Chops and the Sterling Silver Demonico, to name a few.
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Patrons can expect a visual experience inside Soyka’s unique space with the addition of styled models embracing the timeless concept. Stylist Myrnelle Singh from Mirror Mirror Beauty Studio will be working with clothes from Touch Boutique. Live music performances will accompany the evening’s surprises and a specially produced series of videos will allow for Chef Christian Martin to share details about the new menu and dishes while still working behind the scene.
Happy Hour at the Brand New Strip: A Modern Steakhouse 5/16/12, 6:00-8:00 pm
Strip: A Modern Steakhouse
801 Brickell Bay Dr
Miami, FL More Info
For a brand new restaurant, let us introduce you to Strip: A Modern Steakhouse located inside the Four Ambassadors in Miami. Brought to you by local restaurateur Michael Mihajlov (formerly of Chophouse Miami), the menu at Strip focuses on free-range, grass-fed beef sourced directly from M&A Cattle Ranch in Castlewood, VA, along with seafood and more exotic selections like bison rib eye, kangaroo filets, and antelope.
The atmosphere is that of a classic steakhouse, infused with a sexy vibe. Think — red leather banquettes, backlit walls and wooden motif.
Cost: $10 in advance or $15 at the door. This includes one glass of Castronovo Montepulciano and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Happy Hour prices will be extended until 8:00 pm, which means select drinks for $5 and half-off specialty drinks. Hors d’oeuvres to be served include: Beef Sliders, Meatloaf Meatballs, Catfish bites, Duck Sausage w/Coleslaw on toast points and Bruschetta.
Valet parking will be $8 with a stamp from the restaurant.
The Forge Restaurant | Wine Bar. Celebrate Mother’s Day at Miami’s legendary landmark, The Forge Restaurant | Wine Bar. The customized menu will feature an array of hot and cold dishes by Executive Chef Dewey LoSasso including offerings such as Almond Seared Chicken Paillard, Malted Berry Pancakes and Organic Egg Roll Ups. This family oriented menu is sure to please all palates and will leave your entire family feeling wholesome and happy.
*Cost is $55 per person (menu attached)
For reservations, call 305.538.8533 | www.theforge.com | 432 41st Street, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Cecconi’s Miami Beach. Cecconi’s at Soho Beach House will celebrate Mom with an intimate outdoor brunch. An egg station, sweet station, raw bar, cold-cut corner and carvin station will offer a variety of delectable selections. Guests can customize every dish as chefs will be on-hand prepared with the freshest ingredients.
*Cost is $35 per person (menu attached)
For reservations, call 786.507.7902 | www.cecconismiamibeach.com | 4385 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
RA Sushi. Go back in time and connect with memories of your youth with old family and friends at RA Sushi’s popular happy hour. Far east-inspired drinks will tantalize your senses as rolls and salads with taunt your taste buds. The menu includes favorites like Tuna Tataki, Shrimp Tempura Roll, Spicy Sesame Chicken Wings and Salmon Carpaccio with drinks such as Hot Sake, Shiso Naughty, Emperor’s Cucumberita, Kirin and Samurai Cowboy to name a few.
*Cost is $3 – $7 per item (menu attached)
For reservations, call 305.341.0092 | www.rasushi.com | 5829 SW 73rd Street, South Miami, FL 33143
Vesper American Brasserie. Vesper American Brasserie’s brunch will take Mom on an adventure this Mother’s Day – after all, you have to walk through the kitchen to get to your table! Bond over Applewood Smoked Bacon & Link Sausage, Smoked Salmon, Stuffed Tomatoes with Tuna or Chicken Salad or Italian Cured Meats. If those choices don’t tickle your senses, an omelet station with all your favorite toppings will be there too!
*Cost is $48 per person (menu attached)
For reservations, call 305.341.1500 | www.shelborne.com | 1801 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
RA Sushi in South Miami celebrates Mom with or without her May 13, 11am-close
RA Sushi South Miami
RA Sushi has extended its wildly popular Sunday happy hour specials so that they’re available all day long (11 a.m. until close).
The happy hour menu includes more than 35 sushi, appetizer, and tapas selections, ranging from $2 to $7, plus a wide variety of beer, wine and signature cocktails ranging from $3 to $7. Popular happy hour dishes include the Viva Las Vegas Roll, Tootsy Maki, Crunchy Calamari Roll, Sweet Onion Salmon Tapas, and Pineapple Cheese Wontons. RA’s creative cocktail menu features such favorites as the Sake Sangria, Blushing Geisha, or Sea Monkey.
Prima Pasta will be celebrating Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13th, with their regular menu plus some new dinner specials including Shrimp Risotto ($28), succulent rock shrimp served over a bed of saffron risotto; Lobster Linguini ($38.95), tender Florida lobster served over made-to-order linguini; Ravioli Porcini ($24), perfectly puffed pasta pockets stuffed with delicate porcini mushrooms in a truffle sauce; Tuna Tartare ($18), finely chopped, sushi-grade tuna served with perfectly ripened avocado and topped with fresh lemon and zesty herbs and spices.
Early bird families can enjoy 50 percent off regular menu items from 4 p.m. to 6p.m. In addition, a chef’s early bird Seafood Linguini special will be available for $18.95 from 4 p.m. to 6p.m.
Free-flowing champagne and long stem roses will be hand delivered to mom throughout the evening.
Kitchen 305 Celebrates Mother’s Day with an All-You-Can-Eat Champagne Brunch and $25 Aveda Gift Cards
Sunday, May 13, 2012, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Kitchen 305 at the Newport Beachside Hotel and Resort
16701 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
For reservativos, please call 305-949-1300
Keeping with tradition, Kitchen 305 hosts an all-you-can-eat Mother’s Day champagne brunch for $29.95 per person on Sunday, May 13th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Enjoy a long meal with loved ones that starts with breakfast favorites including a fresh baked bread and pastry station, seasonal fruits, imported cheeses and a made-to-order omelet station.
A cold bar will feature fresh seafood, Scottish style smoked salmon, tilapia ceviche and assorted salads such as endive, walnut and goat cheese with pear. The carving station includes savory selects such as chimicharri smeared roasted prime rib and crown roasted pork with chestnut stuffing. For those who savor sweets, a Viennese dessert bar will showcase assorted cakes, cookies, brownies and mini tarts.
Guests will enjoy live music and free flowing champagne, bloody marys, mimosas and kir royales throughout the day.
To ensure this holiday brunch is extra special, moms receive a long stem rose and a $25 gift card to the Seven Seas Aveda Spa & Salon to use on a future visit.
Mother’s Day Buffet at Riverside Hotel Sunday, May 13, 11am-4pm
Indigo Restaurant
620 Las Olas Blvd
Ft Lauderdale, FL 33316
It’s time for mom to take off her apron and put on a smile. This Mother’s Day, give thanks for all those years your loving mother made you those delectable dishes — always warm and mouth watering with savory smells that still trigger your memory – and return the favor by indulging her in a meal that is sure to tantalize her taste buds.
The historic Riverside hotel, the only hotel located on Las Olas Boulevard in Ft. Lauderdale, is serving up something extra special for mom’s on Sunday, May 13—a delicious buffet at the hotel’s signature restaurant, Indigo. The restaurant will offer an array of appetizing entrees, such as Oven Roasted Salmon served with a tomato-olive relish with an artichoke cream sauce and Cheese Tortellini with puttanesca sauce, as well as a carving station featuring Slow-Roasted Prime Rib and Brown-Sugar Basted Ham. Moms will also find tasty concoctions on the menu like Indigo’s Bloody Mary, Mimosa, Peach Bellini, and Huckleberry Lemonade, all $3 each. End mom’s culinary adventure with a scrumptious dessert. Because nothing says “I love you mom,†better than red velvet cupcakes, flourless chocolate cake, tiramisu and raspberry-lemon cream tarts. The Mother’s Day Buffet at the Riverside Hotel is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and costs $39 per person and $15 for children under 12. A la carte service will also be available.
“There’ll be days like this mama said.†And she was always right. She always gave you great advice; now give her a day she’ll never forget at the Riverside Hotel.
Michael Pirolo (from Scarpetta) has teamed up w/ The Pubbelly Boys to create this amazing Italian Gastropub.
We were fortunate enough to be their first guests at the new location (old Silvano’s on Alton and 8th) and try some of the dishes from the Pirolo. Needless to say, it is everything you expect… phenomenal Italian cuisine in its simplest form w/ an awesome and unpretentious twist – just like the rest of the Pubbelly cuisine. For example, the “Braised Short Rib Lasagna” sans tomato sauce. A take on a favorite salad,”Broccoli Rabe al Caesar” w/ hard boiled eggs and freshly grated pecorino romano cheese. And “Veal Cheek & Pork Meatballs” w/ baby carrots, tomato sauce and shaved parmigiano that give others balls a run for their money. Check out the pics.
What surprises me more than anything is that I rarely get excited over Italian food and it’s been a few days since we’ve been to Macchialina and I’m still dreaming of those three dishes… I can’t wait to try the whole menu and see what’s in store. Like Diane Keaton says in the Godfather…. “Oh, Michael!!!”
Sunday Brunch at Villa Mayfair
Sunday, May 6th, 11:30am
Villa Mayfair
Coconut Grove, FL
Every Sunday beginning on May 6th, The Trunick Group will host Sunday brunch at the Villa Mayfair Restaurant & Lounge, located in the heart of Coconut Grove. Brunch menu* options include Brioche French Toast, Eggs Benedict and Florentine, and Croque Monsieur and Madames, priced between $9 – $16. An early dinner menu will also be available with offering of fresh pastas, meats and fish dishes. Eye-opening cocktails will be specially priced and available all day including, Mimosas, Bellinnis and Bloody Marys. Each week will feature an exciting line-up of table-side entertainment to compliment the dinning experience. Expect live musical acts, magicians, celebrity impersonators and more, along with local DJs soundtracking each afternoon.
Serendipity 3 Mother’s Day Brunch May 13, 2012, 12:00pm-12:00am
Serendipity 3 Miami Beach
1102 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Serendipity 3, Miami Beach is celebrating Mother’s Day with a special cocktail menu.
Mother’s Day only comes around once a year, but by treating her to an extravagant and whimsical brunch at Serendipity 3, Mom will appreciate that she can finally get the chance to be a kid for the day!! With Chef Chad Ellis’s special brunch and cocktail menu that caters to every type of South Florida Mom this will be a day that will not be forgotten!!
Mother’s Day Cocktail: Orange-Cha Glad its Mother’s Day
“Mom-Mosaâ€-Marquis de la Tour Brut, Carrot Juice, Ginger Puree and Topped with a Blood Orange
Brunch Launch on Mother’s Day:
Mom’s Gone Bananas
Banana Cream Waffles- Bananas & Cream between Jumbo Waffles with Fresh Berries & Drizzled Chocolate
Mom’s Little Saint’s & Sinner’s
Saint’s & Sinners French Toast – Bacon, Sunny Side Up Eggs & Breakfast Potatoes
Too Many Martini’s Mom
The Hangover Omelet- Bacon, French Fries, Mushrooms, Cheddar & Jack Cheeses
Cheesy Breezy Mom
A Summer Bries- Turkey, Apples, Cranberry Mayo, Brie Cheese on Raisin Pumpernickel
SOBE Bikini Mom
Egg White Shrimp Frittata- Shrimp, Spinach & Roasted Tomatoes in an Egg White Frittata, with Mixed Green Salad
Sef Gonzalez, better known as Burger Beast, is a respected South Florida Food Blogger, with national reach, who writes about unique food experiences. Although his blog was originally created to find the best burger in Miami, it now represents a publication with the aim to shine light on the often overlooked, undiscovered, and unappreciated culinary gems of South Florida and other noteworthy destinations.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Neomi’s Grill
Sunday, May 13th. Served from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m.
Trump International Beach Resort
18001 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
Mother’s Day Brunch will feature a buffet-style menu with highlights that include breakfast fan favorites, a salad bar teeming with seasonal produce and fresh seafood, family-style classics, decadent desserts and for a South Florida twist on the traditional breakfast fare – cooked to order Paella.
The Mother’s Day brunch costs $60++ per person, $20++ for children under the age of 12, and free of charge for children 5 and under. For reservations, call (305) 692-5770 or visit www.trumpmiami.com.
“For you Momâ€
Mini pastries, muffins, Danish and fresh coffee cake.
Smoked salmon, Whitefish salad & bagels with cream cheese, boursin, chopped eggs, capers, tomatoes and sweet onions.
Tropical fruits and berries
Blueberry buttermilk pancakes, maple syrup, butter and powdered sugar
Eggs Benedict, our style, crispy apple smoked bacon, poached eggs, English muffins and roasted tomato hollandaise
“Mom this Omelet is for You!â€
Choose from cheddar & Swiss cheeses, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, spinach, tomato, ham and salsa ‘flipped to order’ breakfast sides of Corned beef & potato hash, apple smoked bacon & country sausage
Mom’s Garden
Our salad bar focuses on fresh seasonal fruits, herbs and vegetables
Bruschetta- Tuscan crostinis, heirloom tomatoes, fresh herbs
Lemony hummus, grilled pita bread
Bella’s lentil salad, lemon vinaigrette
New Orleans crawfish pasta salad, spicy Creole dressing
Ratatouille salad, roasted eggplant, tomatoes, zucchini, squash and pearl onions
Grilled chicken tossed in Caesar dressing with parmesan and croutons
Peruvian shrimp & choclo corn salad, rocotto pepper dressing
‘Shots’- strawberry & pomegranate with a hint of lime
Charcuterie- display of pates, artisan salami, stone ground mustard & pickled vegetables
Garden baby greens salad with dressings and condiments
Chilled spiced shrimp cocktail with lemons and cocktail sauce
Oysters ‘Rockefeller style’ braised collard greens, pancetta, white wine cream sauce
King crab legs with mustard sauce
Family Gathering
Country glazed ham, pineapple, rum and cherry glaze
Wagyu flat iron steaks, char-grilled, Española “Mother Sauceâ€
Seafood pasta, roasted fish and shellfish, cheese stuffed pasta, pink sauce
Buttered mashed potatoes
Island style ‘peas & rice’ & sweet plantains
Steamed baby vegetables
Paella “cooked for you Mom!â€
Our Spanish style paella is cooked to order, our chef starts with shrimp, mussels, roasted chicken and chorizo and slowly cooks it all together with saffron scented rice, peppers, onions, tomatoes, olives, artichoke hearts and garlic
Mom’s pride & joy…her children
‘Down to size’ kids’ buffet with favorites of mac’n’cheese, chicken tenders
cheese & pepperoni pizzas, buttered corn, tater tots and veggie snacks with ranch dip
plus “Heart†sugar cookies to decorate for Mommy!
Celebrate Mother’s Day at JohnMartin’s
On Sunday, May 13, 2012 enjoy a spectacular brunch menu from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
JohnMartin’s
253 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables
(305) 445-3777 www.johnmartins.com.
We all know that Moms deserve the very best; so why not treat her to a delicious Mother’s Day brunch at your favorite Coral Gables restaurant, JohnMartin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant.
JohnMartin’s has been continually recognized for its cuisine by publications that voted the restaurant “Best Pub Food.†The restaurant features live entertainment every Friday and Saturday nights, from Contemporary Top 40 hits to rock to today’s popular Irish ballads. They also have The Trivia Night on Thursday nights beginning at 8 pm.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta where Miami Fins & Fajitas join forces
Saturday, May 5th, 11:00am to 11:00pm
Lime Fresh Mexican Grill at The Shops at Pembroke Gardens
527 SW 145th Terrace
(Store Location: 62)
Pembroke Pines, FL 33027
The Shops are located just off Interstate-75 at Pines Boulevard
Fajitas and Fins join forces as Lime Fresh Mexican Grill at The Shops at Pembroke Gardens present a muy caliente Cinco de Mayo celebration that includes appearances by Dolphins alumni,Twan Russel, O.J. McDuffie, and Troy Drayton, along with the Miami Dolphins’ quarterback toss truck, autograph memorabilia benefiting Russell’s Reading Room, games for the kids, and much more. Cinco de Mayo observers will declare their love for Mexican grub as they indulge in Lime Fresh’s tasty cuisine while also enjoying a DJ’s festive tunes, and raffles throughout the day.
The Cinco de Mayo event celebration at Lime Fresh is free and open to the public.
J&G Grill Presents… Mother’s Day (and Night) at The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13th
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort & Residences
9701 Collins Avenue
Bal Harbour, FL
Complimentary valet parking is available.
Reservations are necessary, please call: 305.993.3300
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort & Residences will be hosting a special á la carte Brunch where the chef has created exclusive dishes (see below) and Dinner at J&G Grill as well as a Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at the St. Regis Bar in the grand tradition of Caroline Astor’s storied gatherings of New York friends. J&G Grill rests above the hotel pool with floor to ceiling windows offering each guest a sprawling ocean view. Guests also have the option to dine outside on the lusciously landscaped patio. J&G Grill features the exquisite cuisine of internationally acclaimed chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, a menu that combines his creativity and culinary flair exemplifying the Jean-Georges’ philosophy of blending Asian and French cuisine.
à LA CARTE BRUNCH
The regular brunch menu will be offered featuring signature J&G Grill menu items including the best-selling Black Truffle Pizza, Peekytoe Crab Cakes and their 24-hour marinated French Toast. The brunch menu is priced from $12-$30.
In addition, J&G Grill will also be offering three special Mother’s Day dishes:
· Slow Roasted Prime Rib, Grilled Asparagus, Bordelaise Sauce -$45
· Lobster Egg Benedict, Tomato Salad, Roasted Potatoes, Caviar-$34
· Colorado Lamb Rack, English Peas, Honshemeiji Mushrooms-$48
AFTERNOON TEA IN THE ST. REGIS BAR
Price per adult: $52, Price per child: $30 (price does not include tax and gratuity):
The bespoke tea will include a spectacular dessert display by Pastry Chef Antonio Bachour, one of the Top 10 Pastry Chefs in America, to include White Chocolate Panna Cotta Verrine, Dark Chocolate Verrine, Coconut Rice Pudding Verrine Pate de Fruit, Hazelnut Napoleon, Lemon Tea Cake, Profiteroles, assorted Shortbread cookies and Raspberry and White Chocolate Mini Entremets and much more, created in elaborate style. A beautiful presentation of scones & clotted cream and finger sandwiches will additionally be presented at each table along with a glass of Laurent Perrier Champagne per adult.
Serendipity 3 Celebrate’s Mother’s Day With A Special Brunch Fit For The South Florida Mom Sunday, May 13th 2012, 12:00 PM-12:00 AM
Serendipity 3
1102 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
The Newest Hot-Spot on Lincoln Road for Desserts, Drinks and so Much More is Offering a One-Of-A-Kind Brunch for Mother’s Day!!!
Mother’s Day only comes around once a year, but by treating her to an extravagant and whimsical brunch at Serendipity 3, Mom will appreciate that she can finally get the chance to be a kid for the day!! With Chef Chad Ellis’s special brunch and cocktail menu that caters to every type of South Florida Mom this will be a day that will not be forgotten!
Mother’s Day Cocktail
Orange-Cha Glad its Mother’s Day
“Mom-Mosaâ€-Marquis de la Tour Brut, Carrot Juice, Ginger Puree and Topped with a Blood Orange
Brunch Launch on Mother’s Day
Mom’s Gone Bananas
Banana Cream Waffles- Bananas & Cream between Jumbo Waffles with Fresh Berries & Drizzled Chocolate
Mom’s Little Saint’s & Sinner’s
Saint’s & Sinners French Toast – Bacon, Sunny Side Up Eggs & Breakfast Potatoes
Too Many Martini’s Mom
The Hangover Omelet- Bacon, French Fries, Mushrooms, Cheddar & Jack Cheeses
Cheesy Breezy Mom
A Summer Bries- Turkey, Apples, Cranberry Mayo, Brie Cheese on Raisin Pumpernickel
SOBE Bikini Mom
Egg White Shrimp Frittata- Shrimp, Spinach & Roasted Tomatoes in an Egg White Frittata, with Mixed Green Salad
Miami Culinary Tours offers various Miami food tours including the Little Havana Food Tour, the South Beach Food Tour and the soon-to-be launched Miami City Food Tours. Almost unknown until recently, food tours in Miami are steadily conquering the palates of the most adventurous foodies worldwide. It is truly one of Miami’s most unique and delicious experiences. The food tours are conducted by passionate, food-obsessed personalities with vast knowledge of the Art Deco district and the efforts that MDPL continuously does to preserve the magnificent properties in the area. Miami Culinary Tours’ intends to provide attendees with a “one of kind†experience that is enjoyable, interesting and engaging while savoring the local flavor. Some of the incredible restaurants participating craft unique dishes so that participants can taste what is like to be a local in just a few hours.
db Bistro Moderne introduces Burgers & Bordeaux May 1 – July 30, Lunch & Dinner
db Bistro Moderne
255 Biscayne Boulevard Way
305.421.8800
Enjoy a complimentary glass of Bordeaux with every db Burger purchased
As the summer heat descends upon South Florida, db Bistro Moderne Miami is offering a twist on the classic American burger and beer combination. Chef Daniel Boulud suggests one of his favorite pairings for his burger is a smooth glass of Bordeaux so from May 1st – July 30th, he invites diners to enjoy a complimentary glass of Bordeaux with any db Burger ordered at lunch or dinner. Guests may order the burger alone or indulge in the $35 prix-fixe menu featuring an appetizer and dessert.
For the French chef, it’s all about honoring this beloved American tradition, db-style. Credited with launching the gourmet burger movement, the db Burger filled with red wine braised short ribs and foie gras, with slow roasted tomato confit and freshly grated horse radish sauce on a homemade bun is the ultimate summer selection. This unique combination of the very best of French and American culinary culture would make even de Toqueville and Jefferson proud. Burgers & Bordeaux isn’t the only opportunity to savor Boulud’s signature dish. Stay tuned for details on db Bistro Modern’s Celebration of American Craft Beer Week with Cigar City Brewing on Tuesday, May 15th.
Pop-up sensation Eating House launched its new brunch “Wakin’ & Bacon” this past Sunday. Dishes were phenomenal: Carbonara eggs Benedict; Heirloom Homestead tomatoes with lime, ginger, peanuts, frozen coconut milk, herbs, and flowers; Cheech’s mexican chilaquiles; Cuban bread French toast; and Cap’n Crunch pancakes – all perfectly paired w/ $5 Tang mimosas.
Join Dine for Wine & Hors d’Oeuvres at Ernie’s Italian Chophouse
4/18/12, 6:00-8:00 pm
Ernie’s Italian Chophouse
3150 N Federal Hwy
Lighthouse Point, FL More Info
Join Dine Magazine, as we introduce you to Ernie’s Italian Chophouse where classic Italian recipes with a modern flair are their specialty. This newly opened restaurant brings together family and friends by great food and company. Ernie’s offers a sleek setting and the delectable cuisine of Chef Gary Wood. Chef comes to Ernie’s, after spending time at some prestigious restaurants in the area including 32 East, Max’s Grille, Aura and Mancini’s.
Chef’s culinary focus — simple is better — can be seen in his cuisine, where fresh mozzarella, homemade pastas and seasoned olives are made fresh daily. Expect farm-to-table ingredients, specialty Prime cuts of meat and whole fish, served tableside.
A trip to Ernie’s would not be complete without a taste of their veal meatballs — just one of the many specialty hors d’oeuvres that will be served to our guests.
Cost for this event is $10 in advance or $15 at the door. This includes one glass of wine & a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres.
In honor of our one-year anniversary, we decided to cook up something for all of our fellow foodies, both new and old. We’re calling it #ChatChowCheers and it begins April 1st (not a joke) and ends on April 30th. We’ll be randomly scouring the TwitterSphere for people thinking of, heading to or eating at any of the restaurants that have been featured on Chat Chow TV in the past year and we’ll send you money for a drink (courtesy of Chirpify) because the virtual transportation of alcoholic beverages is still only found in science fiction. All you need is a Twitter and PayPal account, it’s that easy. So please tweet responsibly.
Piola Earth Day Candlelight Dining
April 22, 2012, 12 p.m. – 12 a.m. Piola Miami Beach
Piola, 1625 Alton Road
Miami Beach, 33139 www.piola.it
Piola Miami Beach will turn off the lights on Earth Day for the entire day (Noon – Midnight) for a unique candlelight dining experience. The experience is aimed at highlighting just one of several acts of green (preservation) that help reduce the carbon footprint and greenhouse emissions.â€
Wine by the Bay Celebrates Mother’s Day!
Thursday, May 10, 2012, 7:00 p.m. Wine by the Bay
888 Biscayne Blvd.
#112 at the Marina Blue
Miami, FL
33132 www.winebtb.com
Join us for an elegant tribute to your mother featuring a tasting of sparkling wines and some of the best boutique Champagnes. We’ll add some chocolate and a rose to make this event extra special. $15.00 and free for Mom. RSVP to info@winebtb.com or 305.455.9791. Space is limited.
RA Sushi in South Miami Offers “Tax Day Tuesday” Special
Happy Hour Pricing Extended from 3 p.m. to Close on April 17
RA Sushi in South Miami 5829 SW 73rd St.
Miami, FL 33143.
The dreaded tax day is almost here! This year, the tax return deadline has been extended to Tuesday, April 17, and RA Sushi in South Miami is offering a reward for those who got their taxes done early or a little relief for those who procrastinated. RA Sushi has created a “Tax Day Tuesday†special, extending its Happy Hour from 3 p.m. to close.
Keeping a little money in their pockets, on Tax Day Tuesday guests can choose from more than 35 sushi, appetizer, and tapas selections ranging from $3 to $7, plus more than 30 beer, wine, sake, and signature cocktails ranging from $2 to $7. RA Sushi’s Happy Hour typically runs from 3 to 7 p.m., but on this specific day Happy Hour specials will be offered from 3 p.m. until close.
Popular happy hour items include such dishes as the Tootsy Maki, the Viva Las Vegas Roll, Sweet Onion Salmon Tapas, and Kaisen Ceviche. RA’s creative cocktail menu features many favorites, including the Blushing Geisha, Samurai Cowboy, and Sea Monkey.
The Tax Day Tuesday special is available for dine in orders only, and it is offered at RA Sushi in South Miami at 5829 SW 73rd St. in Miami, FL 33143. For more information about Tax Day Tuesday, visit www.Facebook.com/RASushiSouthMiami.
Join Dine for Happy Hour at Luca Bella in Aventura
4/11/12, 6:00-8:00 pm
Luca Bella
19088 NE 29th Ave
Aventura, FL Register Online
Join Dine Magazine for happy hour at the newly opened Luca Bella restaurant in the space formerly occupied by Chef Allen’s. Luca Bella — the brainchild of owner Mickey Maltese — named the restaurant after his two children, Marcelo Luca and Isabella — and has created a welcoming, family-style Italian restaurant with a modern flair complete with great food, a welcome atmosphere and generous service. Once inside, you will feel like you are family. The interior features an intimate bar area, dimmed lighting, comfortable seating and family pictures line the walls.
While some Italian restaurants are quite ordinary, Luca Bella is anything but .. and once you walk inside and smell the sweet aroma, you will be whisked away to Italy. You will find Chef Luciana Crosa in the kitchen, alongside her mother, sister and brother — making this a true family restaurant. On the menu, you will find classic Italian dishes like Clams Casino, Pasta Fagioli, Meat Lasagna and Chicken Milanese mixed in with Luca Bella’s signature dishes. We loved the Spicy Chicken Isabella (roasted chicken on the bone topped with sauteed cherry peppers, mushrooms, onion and roasted garlic).
Cost: $10 in advance or $15 at the door — This includes one glass of Beringer Reserve Chardonnay or Cabernet and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres.
If the permeating smell of the restaurant isn’t enough to keep patrons safe, repellent Vampire cocktails are available, which include the Baby Prima Martini, Dracula Red Bloody Mary, Vampire Vodka Surprise, and Chef Arturo’s favorite Pinot Noir all priced at $4.19 a glass!
Whether people love it or hate it, the health benefits of eating garlic are now universally hailed. A member of the onion family, garlic has been used throughout recorded history for both culinary and medicinal purposes such as lowering blood cholesterol levels and reducing the buildup of plaque in arteries. It has a characteristic pungent, spicy flavor that mellows and sweetens considerably with cooking.
Driven to Dine
Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 5 p.m.
cocktail reception at a private residence
Tickets for Driven to Dine cost $5,000 per limo, which seats 8 guests; or $625 per person.
Driven to Dine is a one-of-a-kind, luxurious dining experience taking place on Saturday, April 14, 2012. It kicks off with an exclusive cocktail reception where guests will sample an array of wines and spirits compliments of Total Wine, enjoy delectable appetizers provided by Le Cordon Bleu, and participate in a live auction. After the reception, guests will gather into groups of 8 and select a sealed envelope containing the name of one of several top restaurants in South Florida. With their destination unknown, diners will adjourn to a stretch limousine, which will ferry them to the restaurant for an elegant multi-course, heart healthy dinner sure to please their palates. After an amazing meal, limos will return guests to the place of origin.
The FHRI hand-selected some of South Florida’s most prestigious restaurants to partner with in this year’s Driven to Dine. They include: 1500˚ at Eden Roc Renaissance Miami Beach, CRAVE, db Bistro Moderne, Edge, Steak & Bar at the Four Seasons Miami, Flemings Prime Steakhouse, La Cofradia, RED The Steakhouse, Tudor House, Truluck’s and J&G Grill at the St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort.
Mother’s Day Brunch at the Deering Estate
Sunday, May 13, 2012 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm.
Deering Estate at Cutler 16701 SW 72 Ave
Miami FL 33157 Click here for menu
Celebrate Mother’s Day in Miami at the Deering Estate at Cutler’s annual Mother’s Day Brunch. Guests can taste appetizing dishes and desserts provided by Chef David Schwadron Catering and Event Design, tour the grand Stone House and historic Richmond Cottage, and take in the lush natural beauty and grandeur of the Estate.
The cost is $70 for adults & $45 for children (age 5-12). Tickets are non-refundable.
Advance reservations are required.
Purchase your tickets early for preferred seating! Call the Deering Estate Ticket Office at 305-235-1668 ext. 233.
Inspired by her Cuban-Russian heritage, Rachel Dominguez’s passions for the flavors of Latin America and the delicacy of caviar have led to the development of Coral Gables’ The Dome Restaurant · Bar · Lounge. Between Rachel’s time in South Florida and her world travels throughout Europe and the Orient, she has immersed herself in an abundance of different cultures which have inspired her to draw in the spirit of Miami swank, European industrial, and New York flair to The Dome, while bringing the tastes of Latin America to the table.
About The Dome
The Dome. Fresh ingredients. Florida farms. Unique combinations. Think pistachio garlic bread crumbs. Guava flavored cream cheese. Spicy lime garlic sauce. A new taste-sensation has arrived in Coral Gables. Be among the first to experience the uncommon flavor of this modern, environmentally-conscious restaurant. With automatic wine pairings, digital menus and twist of Latin flavor, the Dome Restaurant is the first of its kind.
Bang Bang Sushi Every Thursday starting April 5, 8pm
Kitchen 305 @ Newport Hotel
Newport Hotel
16701 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach FL.
Collins and 168
Thursday, April 5th
Launch Of Bang Bang Sushi Thursdays
All You Can Eat Sushi – $28
OPEN BAR from 8pm-9pm
Kitchen 305 at Newport Beachside Hotel and Resort
16701 Collins Ave. Sunny Isles Beach
DJ Sandman on the decks
RSVP at d.wheeler214@gmail.com with BANG BANG SUSHI RSVP in the subject
Timeless Tradition- Easter Brunch and Afternoon Tea at St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort
• St. Regis Afternoon Tea
• Two seatings: 2:00PM & 4:00PM
• One glass of Laurent Perrier Champagne per adult
• Spectacular dessert display by Pastry Chef Antonio Bachour, named one of the Top 10 Pastry Chefs in the U.S.
• Scones & clotted cream and finger sandwiches presented at each table
• Live entertainment
• Visit from the Easter Bunny
• Complimentary valet parking
• $52 per adult / $30 per child under 12 (plus tax & gratuity)
Easter Sunday, St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort & Residences is inviting guests to participate in a cherished tradition, the St. Regis Afternoon Tea.
Tea will be accompanied by a spectacular dessert display by Pastry Chef Antonio Bachour, named one of the Top 10 Pastry Chefs in America by Dessert Professional magazine. A handful of the desserts that are to be served include White Chocolate Panna Cotta Verrine, Dark Chocolate Verrine, Coconut Rice Pudding Verrine and Raspberry and White Chocolate Mini Entremets. Scones & clotted cream and finger sandwiches will additionally be presented at each table along with a glass of Laurent Perrier Champagne per adult.
The two separate seatings at 2:00PM and 4:00PM will both include a special visit from the Easter Bunny and live entertainment. The total price for the afternoon along with complimentary valet parking will cost $52 per adult and $30 per child under 12 (plus tax & gratuity).
The historic Riverside hotel, the only hotel located on Las Olas Boulevard in Ft. Lauderdale, is serving up something Egg-stra Special this Easter. On Sunday, April 8th diners can whet their appetite with a delicious buffet at the hotel’s Grill Room and signature restaurant, Indigo, which will feature a carving station with Slow Roasted Leg of Lamb and Root Beer-Anise Glazed Ham, and entrees like Pan Seared Salmon served with a fennel cream sauce and Roasted Chicken Breast topped with a Florida tangerine Compote. Also on the menu are tasty concoctions such as a Bloody Mary, Mimosa, Peach Bellini, Huckleberry Lemonade, all $3 each. The Easter Day Buffet at the Riverside Hotel is from 11am-4pm and costs $39 per person and $15 for children under 12. A la carte service will also be available all day.
April 8th, 2012, 12 noon till 4 p.m.
Neomis at The Trump International Beach Resort Miami
The Easter brunch costs $60++ per person, $20++ for children under the age of 12, and free of charge for children 5 and under. For reservations, call (305) 692-5770 or visit www.trumpmiami.com.
Breakfast fair
Mini pastries, muffins, Danish and fresh coffee cake.
Smoked salmon & bagels with cream cheese, boursin, chopped eggs,
capers, tomatoes and sweet onions.
Tropical fruits and berries
Omelets to order
Choose from cheddar & Swiss cheeses, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, spinach,
tomato, ham,and cilantro pico de gallo salsa on the side.
Yukon gold roasted potatoes with herbs, peppers & onions
apple smoked bacon & country sausage
Baked Egg tarts
Italian broccolini & roast tomato ~ Apple bacon, cambozola & spinach
Spring Forward
Our salad bar focuses on fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables
Spring Pea & snap pea salad, shaved radish, pancetta, lemon vinaigrette
Bunny Carrot ‘slaw’, golden raisins, poppy dressing
Baked salmon salad, dill & chives
Asparagus salad, Easter Egg mimosa topping
King Crab salad, fine herbs, lemon-mustard dressing
The Chicken or the Egg? Tarragon chicken salad, hard-boiled eggs
Heirloom tomato bruschetta, focaccia crostinis
April Strawberries -Lemonade shots
Garden baby greens salad with dressings and condiments
Chilled spiced shrimp cocktail and green lip mussels with lemons, cocktail sauce and salsa golf
Family Recipes
Korean glazed chicken, quick kimchi
Braised Beef Brisket with bourbon peach glaze
Country Ham, orange-rum glaze, roasted orange segments
Bouillabaisse, loaded with fish & shellfish, crispy baguette and rouille on the side
‘Cheezey’ scalloped potatoes
Classic rice pilaf
Steamed & buttered baby vegetables
Middle Eastern Lamb Pitas
Thinly sliced to order and served with cucumber-mint tzazkiky
Tomato-onion-feta salad and grilled pita bread
For the Children
‘down to size’ kids buffet with favorites of mac’n’cheese, chicken tenders
cheese & pepperoni pizzas, buttered corn, tator tots and veggie snacks with ranch dip.
Sweet Treats
Along with assorted mini desserts, cake pops and macarons
In 1999 Gabriele Marewski purchased an abandoned five-acre avocado grove next door to her home, filled with a dream and the drive, founded Paradise Farms.
About Dinner In Paradise
Dinner in Paradise at Paradise Farms features the finest chefs in Miami preparing a delicious five course meal made with local organic products and paired with fine wines. The magic and charm of our lush edible landscape coupled with the finest chefs in Miami creates a uniquely intimate dining experience under the stars. Each year, we donate proceeds to a local charity or organization philosophically in line with our vision of sustainable, healing, and healthy organic food. Dinner in Paradise has become one of South Florida season’s hottest venues.
Miami New Times Tweet Up at Burger and Beer Joint on South Beach on Thursday, March 29, 2012. What a great way to start a Thursday night, great food, awesome drinks and a great crowd. Complimentary bites provided by Burger and Beer Joint and complimentary Jack Daniels Honey cocktails all were delicious.
Claws for Kids Private Brunch at Joe’s Stone Crab Benefit for Boys and Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade South Beach Location
Sunday, May 6, 11:30 a.m.
Joe’s Stone Crab
Miami Beach
Attendees Can Enjoy Joe’s Without the Wait before Stone Crab Season Ends;
Event Sponsorships Available
Last call before stone crab season ends! Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s first annual “Claws for Kids†fundraising brunch will provide the perfect opportunity to enjoy delicious large stone crabs and other signature Joe’s cuisine without the wait. All event proceeds from the private event will benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s new 11,000-sq.-ft. state-of-the-art South Beach location. Joe’s will open up their restaurant for brunch on May 6 only for supporters of Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s “Claws for Kids.â€
“This is the first year we are holding ‘Claws for Kids,’ and we’re confident that we’ll continue this exclusive event for years to come,†said Judy Kramer, committee chair. “The brunch is a wonderful time to enjoy Joe’s Stone Crab and raise money for our new South Beach Club, which will serve youth in Miami Beach.â€
“Claws for Kids†committee members include Judy Kramer, Chair; Olga Guilarte, Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Board President, Irene Korge, Susan Geiger and Rae Stein.
After having served the children of Miami Beach for 27 years, the prior 2,500-sq.-ft. South Beach Club on the existing site wasdemolished in September 2011 to make way for construction of the new facility. The new South Beach Club, slated to be completed by summer 2012, will feature a teen center, state of the art computer lab, teaching kitchen for children, homework rooms, games rooms and a creative arts room, and serve approximately 400 children from the local area.
“Claws for Kids†sponsorship opportunities are available. Table sponsorships include $10,000 Jumbo Claw Sponsor, $5,000 Large Claw Sponsor; and $2500 Select Claw Sponsor; a Key Lime table for 10 guests is priced at $1500; a Hash Brown Table for $1200. Individual tickets are $150.
Menu items include large stone crabs, hash brown potatoes, creamed spinach and Key Lime pie. For those who don’t eat stone crabs, main course options include top sirloin, salmon and broiled chicken. Wine and champagne included in the ticket price.
For more information about sponsorships, underwriting or tickets, please contact Astrid H. Ehrenstein at (305) 446-9910 ext. 30, or via email at aehrenstein@bgcmia.org.
Easter Brunch, Baskets And Egg Hunts at The Ritz-Carlton
Sunday, April 8, 2012
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami
3300 Southwest 27th Avenue
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
305.644.4680 www.ritzcarlton.com/coconutgrove
An Easter Sunday tradition of mouthwatering brunch favorites, oversized chocolate bunnies and outdoor egg hunt in Ritz-Carlton style.
Easter Sunday Brunch 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Grand Ballroom
$89 per person/adults
$34/children 12 and under
* plus tax and gratuity
The extravagant culinary display winds its way through the Grand Ballroom featuring traditional breakfast favorites, imported cheeses and charcuteries, made-to-order sushi, elaborate pasta station, carved-to-order Pepper Crusted Prime Rib with Rosemary Jus and Honey Mustard Glazed Ham, fresh seafood on ice and ceviche station, lavish display of mini desserts and free-flowing champagne, mimosas and bellinis. The mid-day affair continues with live entertainment in the ballroom while children play, watch movies, decorate cookies and partake in other fun games. Reservations required.
Don’t forget to bring a basket for the traditional Easter egg hunt on the terrace.
Complimentary Parking
Lunchtime at Cafeina Wynwood!
04-02-2012, Monday – Friday, 11AM – 3PM Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 NW 23rd Street
Miami, FL 33127 More Info
Cafeina Wynwood launches its new daytime menu, Monday – Friday, 11AM – 3PM. The new menu includes a variety of mouth watering sliders, green salads & Cafeina’s signature select tapas. Coffee, wine & beer will also be available. Order from the express window & take on the go OR lay back and munch in the garden with ((WiFi)) available.
Celebrate Easter At Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Sunday, April 8, 2012
4441 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
Vida, Scarpetta and Solo at Fontainebleau Miami Beach to Offer Decadent Easter Offerings
This Easter, indulge at Fontainebleau Miami Beach for brunch at two of the property’s restaurants Scarpetta and Vida and enjoy specially crafted Easter pastries at the resort’s patisserie Solo. In addition to the brunches, the resort will host an Easter Egg Hunt at 2 p.m. for children ages 6 and under and at 3 p.m. for children ages 7-12., held adjacent to the children’s pool-scape. (NOTE: Egg hunt only open to children staying in hotel or families who visit Scarpetta and Vida for brunch.)
The famed, AAA Four Diamond Award-winning Scarpetta will offer a succulent Italian inspired Easter Day Brunch. The buffet style menu is priced at $75 per person, including endless Bloody Marys, Bellinis & Mimosas; $37.50 for children ages 4-12, and free for children under 4 (prices exclude tax and gratuity). Available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Scarpetta is located in the Fontainebleau’s Sorrento Tower. For Easter brunch reservations please call: (305) 674-4660. Menu follows:
Carving Station
Sliced Ribeye of Beef //Prawns, Garlic & Parsley // Roasted Vegetables
Pasta Station
Spaghetti, Tomato & Basil // Duck & Foie Gras Ravioli, Marsala Reduction Cavatelli // Short Rib Ragu
Omelet Station
Assorted Meats, Cheeses & Vegetables
Buffet
Shrimp Cocktail //Selection of Italian Meats & Cheeses // Marinated Tomatoes // Buffala Mozzarella // Arugula Salad
Assorted Italian Vegetable Salads // Creamy Polenta, Fricassee of Truffled Mushrooms
Dolce
Assorted Croissants // Apple Strudel // Pastiera Napoletana //Cheesecake
Panna Cotta // Tiramisu // Chocolate Mousse
Bloody Marys, Bellinis & Mimosas // Fresh Juices & American Coffee
Vida, the resort’s American brasserie, will offer a decadent Easter Day Brunch that includes a sumptuous raw bar, carving stations, and an indulgent dessert display. The buffet style menu is priced at $59 per person $37.50 for children ages 4-12; and free for children under 4 (prices exclude tax and gratuity). Served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Vida is located off the Chateau’s main lobby. For Easter brunch reservations please call: (305) 674-4730. Menu follows:
Breakfast
Create Your Omelet Live Station // Smoked Salmon & Asparagus Frittata // Chicken Apple Sausage
Applewood Smoked Bacon // Crunchy and Caramelized Banana French Toast
Corned Beef and Potato Hash Brown Casserole // Tropical Fruit Display and Artisanal Bread Selection
Salad
Apple, Apricot, Celery, Cabbage, Chicken Salad
Tomato, Mozzarella and Watercress Salad
Fontainebleau Spring Mix Salad
Condiments
Croutons, Parmesan Cheese, Red and Yellow Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Citrus and Spice Infused Olives, Shaved Carrots
Dressings
Ranch Dressing, Balsamic Dressing, Strawberry Vinaigrette, Ginger Lemon Dressing
Rotisserie
Rotisserie Style Top Sirloin Cap “Picanha†// Lavender Honey Mustard Salmon and Creamy Corn Polenta
Sun Dried Tomato Chicken, Gremolata Infused Peruvian Purple Potato // Honey Mustard Glazed Ham
Rotisserie Companion
Rotisserie Fondant Vegetables // Caramelized Onion, Green Beans and Corn on the Cob
Braised Wild Forest Mushrooms
Sauces
Slow Rendered Shiitake Mushroom Tarragon Sauce // Mango, Mint and Pineapple Chutney // Carrot, Apple and Onion Relish
SauteÄ— Station
Lobster Mac and Cheese // Five Spiced Duck Breast, Roasted Red and Yellow Beets, Tarragon Apple Marsala Jus
Woodstone Oven
Cheese Pizza // Beef Steak Au Poivre Pizza // Veggie Pizza
Blade Sushi & Raw Bar
Assorted Maki, Specialty Rolls and Nigiri // Shrimp Cocktail // Fresh Shucked Chilled Oyster, Crab Claws
Mignonette, Cocktail Sauce, Apple Horseradish Cream
Charcuterie
Selections of Cured Meats and Sausages // Cornichon // Pickled Vegetables // Dijon Mustard
Imported & Domestic Cheese
Manchego, Morbier, Pont Leveque, Roquefort Bleu Cheese // Marinated Olives // Caramelized Walnut // Assorted Dried Fruits
Dessert Live Station
Hot Cross Buns // Coffee Cakes // Strawberry Shortcakes // Paris-Brest //Assorted Éclairs // Lemon Cheese Cake Lollipops
Assorted Cup Cakes
Verrine
Chocolate and Caramelized Hazelnut Verrine // Tiramisu Verrine // Cuatro Leches Verrine // Tropical Fruit, Coconut Pearls Verrine
Entremets
Caramel Apple Praline Cake // Exotic Passion Fruit Cake //Pear Tatin //Chocolate Raspberry Cake
Chocolates & Candies
Assorted Chocolates, Truffles, Lollipops, Pate-De-Fruit, Pate- De- Fruit Marshmallows
Macarons and Coconut Macarons // Warm Rhubarb, Berry Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream
Solo, Fontainebleau’s chic in-house patisserie, is also offering an array of sweet treats for Easter. The sophisticated treats are accented with fresh seasonal fruit, including Easter Cupcakes, Chocolate Easter Eggs and Chocolate Easter Bunnies (large and small). Selections of pastries and chocolates are available daily for purchase or made-to-order for any special occasion. Take-out orders can be made in person or by calling (305) 674-4740. Menu of Easter offerings follows:
From the Bakery:
Serrano Ham and Manchego Buns // Hot Cross Buns // Challah Bread // Chocolate Babka // Honey Bread // Carrot Chocolate Chip Muffins
Guava Cheese Pastelitos // Gluten Free Raspberry Chocolate Chip Muffins // Dulce De Leche Doughnuts // Lemon Doughnuts
From the Gelato Room:
Lemon Sorbet // Strawberry Marshmallow Ice Cream Bar // Mini Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwiches
From the Dessert Station:
Sugar Free Agave Cheesecake // St. Honores // Raspberry Millefeuilles // Lemon Raspberry Macaron Tart
Brulee Chocolate Cake // Madeleines // Assorted Macaron (Pistachio, Passion Fruit, Cherry, Salted Caramel)
Decorated Easter Cookies
From the Chocolate Room:
Strawberry Rhubarb Truffle // Piña Colada Truffle // Cassis Mint Truffle // Blood Orange Mimosa Truffle // Assorted Chocolate Eggs
Chocolate Bunnies // Raspberry Cotton Candy // Blueberry Cotton Candy // Trio Chocolate Lollipops Assorted Caramel Popcorn (Pineapple, Strawberry, Green Apple)
For information on Easters inspired Spa treatments and retail items, visit www.fontainebleau.com
Laurent Cantineaux, a protege of Daniel Boulud and Sunny Oh, formerly of Nobu South Beach serve a harmonious blend of the regional cuisines of Asia, the vibrant flavors of South America and classic French techniques in the form of ceviches, tiraditos, fresh seafood and prime meats.
About Juvia
Juvia is a 10,000 square foot indoor/ outdoor restaurant and lounge on the penthouse level of the parking garage by Herzog & de Meuron at 1111 Lincoln Road. Owned and operated by Jonas and Alexandra Millan of Bonito St. Barth, Juviaâ€s dining room features a vertical garden, designed by internationally acclaimed botanist Patrick Blanc, which invokes the lushness of the Amazon rainforest.
Taste Of The Gables and 5th Annual Coral Gables Restaurant Week presented by Bacardi U.S.A., Inc.
Taste Of The Gables
Thursday, May 31, 2012 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Westin Colonnade Hotel
180 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134 coralgablesrestaurantweek.com
It is time once again to vote for the best dish in Coral Gables. Presented by Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. and the Jackson Family Estates, “Taste of the Gables†will take place on Thursday, May 31, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Westin Colonnade Hotel, located at 180 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134. Event-goers will be able to sample tastings from 20 Downtown Coral Gables restaurants and cast their votes for the best “Taste of the Gables.â€
“We are thrilled to be celebrating our fifth year. Anticipation is mounting as participating restaurants anxiously prepare for what will no doubt be our best event ever,†stated Mari Gallet, Executive Director of the Business Improvement District of Coral Gables.
Advance tickets are $25, include tastings and one free cocktail, and can be purchased online at www.coralgablesrestaurantweek.com. VIP tickets, including access to upgraded dining and drink options in the 1862 Room limited to the first 100 patrons have already sold out!. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to United Way of Miami-Dade County. Advance tickets are highly recommended as the event sells out quickly, and on the day of the event, will increase to $30 and $65 for General Admission.
Coral Gables Restaurant Week
June 4-17, 2012
Participating restaurants in Downtown Coral Gables, FL 33134
Hungry and discerning foodies of Coral Gables cuisine can dive back in for the Fifth Annual Coral Gables’ Restaurant Week which kicks off on Monday, June 4 and runs until Sunday, June 17. Presented by Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. and the Jackson Family Estates, the two-week event promises to deliver a savory blend of the city’s signature flavors.
Restaurants will be offering a variety of special three-course lunch and dinner promotions with savings of at least 20 percent off the regular menu prices, and ranging from $17 to $49 per person. Participating restaurants include: Anacapri, Angelique Euro Cafe, Angie’s World Cuisine, Bangkok Bangkok, Benihana, Caffe Abbracci, Cibo Wine Bar, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Fritz & Franz Bierhaus, Gables Aragon Cuisine, John Martin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, La Cofradia, La Dorada, La Taberna Giralda, Le Provencal, Mesa, Morton’s The Steakhouse, Ortanique on the Mile, Pardo’s Peruvian Cuisine, Randazzo’s Little Italy, Red Koi Thai & Sushi Lounge, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Seasons 52, Sushi Maki, Talavera Cocina Mexicana, Tarpon Bend Raw Bar & Grill, The Dome, The Globe and The Local.
In addition to great food, guests over 21 years of age can try the Original BACARDI® Mojito, as well as a selection of wines from the Jackson Family Estates.
Restaurant Week menus are available for both lunch and dinner depending on the restaurant, and are now available online at www.coralgablesrestaurantweek.com. Advance reservations are strongly recommended as restaurants get booked quickly.
Created in 1997, the Business Improvement District of Coral Gables’ (BID-CG) mission is to promote commercial vitality for Miracle Mile and Downtown Coral Gables, and to act as a strategic catalyst for the overall improvement of the area. Downtown Coral Gables’ Miracle Mile is a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood with more than 160 retailers and over 70 restaurants. Infused with a chic European feel, tree-lined streets and Mediterranean architecture, the historic area boasts some of Miami’s finest boutiques, acclaimed restaurants and lively cultural venues. Downtown Coral Gables, with its Miracle Mile, is an elegant and sophisticated destination to live, shop, play and work. It is Miami’s charming gem that locals like to keep secret and visitors fall in love with when they find it. For more information and a directory, visit www.shopcoralgables.com, become a fan www.facebook.com/ShopCoralGables or follow us on Twitter @ShopCoralGables.
Join Dine for Sushi and Cocktails at NoVe Kitchen 3/28/12, 6:00-8:00 pm
NoVe Kitchen
1750 N Bayshore Dr
Miami, FL More Info
For a modern take on Asian cuisine, join us at NoVe Kitchen & Bar located in the ground floor of Opera Tower. NoVe — which stands for just north of the Venetian Causeway — is the perfect hangout to enjoy your favorite traditional sushi rolls created by Chef Hiro Tereda, formerly of Doraku and Moshi Moshi. The setting at NoVe is elegant, yet comfortable with brick walls, wood tables, and umbrella-shaded tables outside.
The menu consists of a variety of Asian tapas and modern sushi dishes that will appeal to both traditional sushi lovers and those looking for a carnivorous treat. While traditional sushi rolls make up a good portion of the menu, Chef will also awaken your palate with some of his signature creations. See how he has incorporated non-traditional ingredients like bacon, tempura-fried Bahamian conch and grilled skirt steak into his signature rolls.
Cost is $10 in advance or $15 at the door. This includes one saketini and a selection of assorted sushi rolls.
MENU —
Edamame
Crunchy Crab Salad
JB Roll (Fresh Salmon & Cream Cheese)
Original California Roll
Spicy Tuna Roll
Calle Ocho Roll (skirt steak, black beans & avocado topped with sliced fried plantain)
Prescott Roll (bacon, shrimp tempura, cream cheese, avocado)
Eleanor is giving away 2 Free Tickets (valued at $130) to her next class on Tuesday, March 20th. We’ve heard stories that guys “score” with the ladies after taking her classes so comment below and tell us “Why YOU want to master the wok”! Learn more about the cooking classes.
About Wok Star
Wok Star Eleanor Hoh, cooking teacher, blogger and presenter. What I enjoy most is sharing my knowledge and love of wok cooking! My NO-RECIPE, NO-MEASURING, NO-CALORIE COUNTING technique for one-dish dinners uses a few fresh ingredients and only 4 seasonings! I’ll show you how with the right wok, the right wok hei (high heat), the right technique and quality ingredients. Anyone can Cook Like a Wok Star using my Wok Star Kit. I hope you’ll enjoy visiting my website which is full of information, videos, resources and tips to make you a Wok Star!
Upon arrival, guests will receive a complimentary Bellini made with fresh peach puree and authentic Italian champagne followed by an individual Fiocchi Rapera, a homemade pasta purse stuffed with tart pear and an array of gourmet cheeses tossed in a creamy truffle sauce with crispy prosciutto.
For dinner, patrons can choose from two nightly specials including Osso Bucco Ravioli ($45), lean veal shank slowly cooked in a red wine reduction, packed into a pocket of made-to-order pasta and sprinkled with delicate parmesan cheese or Lobster Ravioli ($38), heart-shaped, black and white pasta stuffed with fresh lobster and rich ricotta cheese.
A complimentary glass of limoncello, a zesty lemon Italian liqueur served chilled is the featured after dinner drink.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
The Village at Gulfstream Park
600 Silks Run, Suite 1205
Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
Phone: (954) 362-1600
The Shops at Pembroke Gardens
14576 SW 5th Street
Pembroke Pines, FL 33082
Phone: (954) 431-1341
In honor of National Ravioli Day, BRIO Tuscan Grille’s (BRIO) two Broward County locations – at The Village at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach and The Shops at Pembroke Gardens in Pembroke Pines – will offer their most popular Ravioli dishes at half price on Tuesday, March 20, 2012. BRIO is a BRAVO|BRIO Restaurant Group concept.
Guests are invited to participate in National Ravioli Day at BRIO on March 20 by enjoying BRIO’s Ravioli dishes at half price:
Ravioli Caprese, Romano crusted ravioli topped with tomatoes, fresh Mozzarella and cilantro pesto drizzle, in an appetizer portion for $5.25. A glass of Parducci’s Sustainable White, $7.95, is the perfect complement.
Mushroom Ravioli, baked in a signature Alfredo sauce and topped with toasted Parmesan bread crumbs and tomatoes, in a lunch portion for $7.70 or in a dinner portion for $8.45. This dish pairs nicely with a glass of Wente Sandstone Merlot for $8.95. Sandstone perfectly balances the heartiness of the mushrooms.
Lobster & Shrimp Ravioli with Crab Insalata, with lemon vinaigrette and a Limoncello butter sauce, in a dinner portion for $9.98. Sketchbook Pinot Noir, $9.95 a glass, offers an off dry, slightly sweet wine that brings out the sweetness in this dish.
Ravioli Day reservations are strongly recommended.
Dinner with Daniel Boulud ft. Jean-Luc Columbo Wines
Wednesday, March 7th 2012 6:30PM Reception, 7:00PM Dinner
db Bistro Moderne Miami
JW Marriott Marquis Miami
255 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Miami, FL, 33131
Price: $140 per person | Tax and gratuity not included
RSVP: Ananda Torres | Ananda.Tores@mdmusa.com
Chef Daniel Boulud welcomes you in person to a wine tasting at db Bistro Moderne in Miami. Daniel will feature the cuisine of his native city of Lyon, along with Rhone Valley wines made by his good friend, Jean Luc-Colombo, including St. Peray and library vintages of the internationally-acclaimed Cornas, poured from large formats. The four-course French bistro dinner with Roasted Main Scallop, Duo of California Squab, Trio of Lamb and Chocolate Palet will be paired with four wines including the 2009 St. Peray, 2007 Cornas “Ruchets†(Magnum), 2005 Cornas “Ruchets†(Magnum), 2005 Cornas “Ruchets†(Magnum) and 2001 Cornas (Jeroboam).
Daniel Boulud and db Bistro Moderne’s Sommelier, Caleb Ganzier will be the hosts for a four-course tasting featuring the cuisine of Daniel’s native city of Lyon, along with Rhone Valley wines made by his good friend, Jean Luc-Colombo
Executive Chef Timon Balloo: Executive Chef Timon Balloo brings to Sugarcane Raw Bar Grill a creative talent honed at such heavy-hitters at Domo Japones (Miami), SushiSamba (New York City), La Broche (Miami), Azul (under Miami’s own Michelle Bernstein), and the four-star Chef Allen’s in Miami. Balloo both embodies and imparts vivacity into the menu at Sugarcane, utilizing the three-kitchen approach to his culinary advantage. His signature creations such as the Bacon Wrapped Dates and Kobe Beef Sliders with tonkatsu and quail egg have garnered citywide acclaim. Under Balloo, Sugarcane has been named Restaurant of the Year Miami 2010 by Eater.com and was a semifinalist in the prestigious James Beard Foundation Awards Best New Restaurant category in 2011.
Welcome to home away from home. Hop a hammock, close your eyes. Let’s head to a place that’s warm – where palms sway and drums play. Take a third caipirinha – or a fat cigar. Indulge in the freshest ingredients and some quality time with friends and family. Kick back, eat well and stay for a while. This is SUGARCANE raw bar grill.
Dinner and Mixology Demo at Egg and Dart 3/8/12, 6:30pm
Egg and Dart Restaurant
4029 North Miami Avenue
Miami Fl www.bacchusdinnerclub.com
Join us as we dine at one of the Design District’s hottest new restaurants, Egg and Dart! Bacchus Dinner Club will be treated to a specially made menu of o…ut of this world flavors and a mixology demonstration that will answer the age old question, how exactly do you muddle a cocktail?!
Co-owners Costa Grillas and Niko Theodorou hail from families with years in the restaurant business. Grillas earned his stripes at the acclaimed Coral Gables institution, Maria’s, where diners have enjoyed traditional Greek cooking for over 28 years. Partner Theodorou’s family operates the popular Sea Satin Market, a romantic waterfront restaurant nestled in the heart of Mykonos. The combination of their backgrounds and their creative, timely concept for the restaurant are certain to make Egg & Dart a premiere hotspot in what is arguably the most trend-setting, culinary zip code in town.
First, Costa and his team will be demonstrating a cocktail he made specifically for the Bacchus Dinner Club!!! The “not on the menu” cocktail is an amazing drink made with masticha liquor, only produced in the island of Chios. Extracted from the Mastic plant.
Price includes dinner, demonstration, tax and gratuity and your first drink. Cash bar thereafter. RSVP’s close on March 6, 2012. SPACE IS LIMITED and this dinner is anticipated to sell out. NO REFUNDS, however you may transfer your seat to another diner. Please email at Siri@Bacchusdinnerclub.com for notification of dinner transfers.
Legendary chef Norman Van Aken is known internationally as “the founding father of New World Cuisine†for his celebration of Latin, Caribbean, Asian, African and American flavors. He is also known for introducing the concept of “fusion†to the culinary world. He is the chef and director of restaurants at the Miami Culinary Institute, and chef-owner of the fine dining restaurant NORMAN’S, at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, Florida. The New York Times described NORMAN’S as Florida’s best restaurant, “and Norman Van Aken its best chef.†He is the only Floridian to have been inducted into the prestigious James Beard Foundation’s Who’s Who of Food and Beverage in America.
Tuyo is the crown jewel sitting atop Miami Dade College’s new Miami Culinary Institute, offering a spectacular view of the bay and Miami skyline. Its breakthrough recipe for culinary excellence in the 21st century infuses a trailblazing menu with the Institute’s state-of-the-art approach to the culinary arts, setting the table for food culture innovation by focusing on environmentally sound practices and drawing upon the food grown locally and in the Institute’s edible organic garden.
Cheesy Thursdays – From open to close every Thursday
City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill
700 S. Rosemary Ave
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
561.366.0071
www.CityCellarWPB.com
Cheesy Thursdays – 5 cheeses paired with 5 beverage tastes for only $30
Cheese in the restaurant – Three 1 oz. pieces for $15 | Five 1 oz. pieces for $20
Cheese To Go – Available by the piece (1 oz.) or the quarter pound
City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill has remained a West Palm Beach staple for over a decade with its exceptional wine list and multi-ethnic fare but the successful restaurateurs at Big Time Restaurant Group never rest on their laurels. Whether it’s the addition of an intimate outdoor space such as Iggy’s Bar or new culinary creations crafted by Chef David Hagen, City Cellar constantly exceeds guest expectations. The much-loved restaurant’s newest venture is the Cheese To Go program and Cheesy Thursdays.
Formager Jeremiah Bennett guides guests on the perfect cheese and wine pairings, offering his knowledge on more than 40 artisanal cheeses available to enjoy in the restaurant or to go for home entertaining. For an assorted plate with lots of styles and flavors Bennett prefers Champagne. He also suggests a simple technique of matching food and beverages geographically such as Sancerre with a Liore Valley goat cheese. City Cellar offers more than 400 bottles of wine from around the globe including more than fifty selections by the glass so pairing possibilities are endless.
During Cheesy Thursdays the deal gets even sweeter with 5 cheeses paired with 5 beverage tastes for only $30!
City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill: Set within West Palm Beach’s popular City Place overlooking the courtyard fountains, City Cellar is an upscale bar and grill with an exceptional award-winning wine list offering wines by the bottle, half bottle, glass and flight. The restaurant’s focal point is the magnificent floor to ceiling glass-enclosed wine cellar located behind the bar with a wine list that borders on enormous including fine vintages from around the world in all price ranges. The menu offers a variety of flavors and textures beautifully presented from pizza and pasta to steak and sea bass, along with a daily selection of local and imported artisanal cheeses from France, Spain and Italy. City Cellar’s energetic happy hour is driven by its two for one cocktail special and half priced appetizers from 4-7pm, creating a casual see-and-be-seen ambiance. They also offer more than 40 artisanal cheeses to go for home entertaining. City Cellar has a second location in Westbury, New York.
Juvia, named after a brazilian nut is Asian / Peruvian fusion on top of the beautiful 1111 Building at the end (or the beginning? lol) of Lincoln Road. The chefs are all top notch and include a Daniel Boulud prodigy, to Sunny Oh from Nobu.
We were greeted by a GM named Jaime  who sat us down and were immediately blown away by the atmosphere. Gorgeous rooftop, 20-25 foot tall organic vertical garden (created by a man from Taiwan that has apparently done wall gardens for Oprah and the Queen). The music was fantastic and we caught ourselves shazaming and purchasing a few tracks throughout the evening. Indoor and outdoor seating with a majestical bar made out of amethyst. Oh and did I mention the view. It’s crazy sick – awe-struck. But I digress… We were served by Matt who took us on a culinary journey while providing great attention and top notch service.
They offer a wonderful cocktail selection. 14 different drinks all made with organic fresh squeezed juices. With that said, we had:
Standout dishes include: Big City Tavern’s Crabcake Eggs Benedict and Banana & Chocolate Chip Pancakes; City Oyster & Sushi Bar’s Lobster & Asparagus Omelet and Biscuits & Gravy; and City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill’s Bistro Steak & Eggs and Caramelized Banana & Crème Brulee Stuffed French Toast.
Wine and Hors d’Oeuvres at The Oceanaire Seafood Room with Dine
02/21/12, 6:00-8:00 pm
The Oceanaire Seafood Room 900 S Miami Ave
Miami, FL RSVP Online
Join Dine Magazine at The Oceanaire Seafood Room in Mary Brickell Village for another Dine Happy Hour event, as we visit Chef Kareem Anguin. Hailing from Jamaica, Chef Kareem adds his Caribbean influences to all of his culinary delicacies, among them his short ribs with wasabi mash, lobster and mushroom risotto, citrus sweet potato, shrimp and grits, and tempura Alaskan King crab. The Oceanaire, recently updated with dramatic hues of Aruba blue and silver with cherry wood accents, has a sleek new ambiance offering guests the ultimate upscale dining experience. In addition to new carpet, artwork and dining booths with creative lighting displays, the restaurant also boasts a renovated bar with an open, airy feel that adds a touch of drama to The Oceanaire setting along with new seating.
Cost is $10 in advance or $15 at the door. This includes 1 glass of wine and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres like: Short Rib Sliders, Tempura Shrimp with Nouc Cham Sauce, Crispy Fried Calamari with Tamarind Chipotle Glaze and Yellowfin Tuna Poke.
Valentine’s Day Offerings Make Cupid Sigh At Fontainebleau Miami Beach
This Valentine’s Day find real romance at Fontainebleau Miami Beach. The legendary Miami Beach hotel is offering a wide array of sumptuous experiences that will surprise and delight lovers in all of the resort’s dining outlets. Offerings include an indulgent poolside Arkadia Cabana option featuring a prix-fixe menu from award-winning restaurant Gotham Steak, a la carte options at AAA Four Diamond rated restaurants Scarpetta and Hakkasan, custom-crafted Valentine’s Day-inspired drinks at Bleau Bar and Valentine’s Day-inspired treats at signature patisserie Solo. There’s something for everyone to love at the Fontainebleau. For reservations for Gotham Steak, Scarpetta or Hakkasan please call 877.326.7412.
Transport your loved one halfway across the globe for an evening of the most authentic and luscious Cantonese cuisine at Hakkasan. The sexy restaurant features intimate alcoves throughout, offering diners an intimate dinner while surrounded by a seductive enclave of rich textures and hues. On Valentine’s Day the restaurant will offer its a la carte menu featuring acclaimed dishes such as Jasmine Tea Smoked Ribs, Crispy Duck Salad, Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin and more.
Ditch the old box of chocolates and give your Valentine some decadence from Solo, Fontainebleau’s in-house patisserie for desserts and treats. The resort’s executive pastry chef Jordi Panisello and his pastry chef artists present edible works of art for Valentine’s Day that are just as beautiful as they are luscious and sweet. Offerings for 2012 offerings include: Raspberry white chocolate Macaron hearts; La Rose Rouge Dark chocolate cake, passion fruit and raspberries, wrapped in a chocolate shaped rose; Chocolate Surprise, Chocolate Heart Box filled with assorted exotic truffle ganache; Box of assorted heart shaped bon bons; Red velvet cup cakes with passion fruit marshmallow center; Valentine Cakes for Two; Cherry and Vanilla Verrine. Curbside parking available for pickups. Hours of Operation: 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. To place a special order, call 305-674-4740.
Sip on Cupid-themed libations this Valentine’s Day at Fontainebleau Miami Beach’s Bleau Bar. Sit back and imbibe as mixologists create ‘Apple of My Eye’, ‘Box of Chocolates’ and ‘Nuts About You’ all destined to add romance to your evening at Fontainebleau Miami Beach.
Just for Valentine’s Day, FB Kids is celebrating the holiday by offering parents the gift of “private time.†Kids ages 4 -12 ($50 per child) are invited to participate in camp activities from 7 – 11 p.m. including dinner. Campers can participate in activities such as decorating a super-size chocolate chip cookie; teddy bear making with heartfelt decorations and watching the movie, Gnomeo & Juliet. Babysitting services are also be available 7 days a week with advance reservation $25 per hour/4 hour minimum.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach is located at 4441 Collins Avenue on Miami Beach. Valet parking is available for $12 with restaurant validation. For room rates and reservations, please call 800-548-8886. Additional information on Fontainebleau Miami Beach can be found on our website at www.fontainebleau.com.
Edge, Steak & Bar
Four Seasons Hotel Miami
1435 Brickell Avenue
7th floor
Reservations recommended. Telephone: (305) 381-3015; www.edgerestaurantmiami.com.
Leave it to the folks behind Edge, Steak & Bar to put a quirky spin on Valentine’s Day dining. Sure, there will be romance galore on February 14 but this year, Edge is making sure swinging singles will also have an unforgettable night out with a special Lonely Hearts Dinner. Held in Edge’s private dining rooms at 7p.m., the dinner will be a great way for those going solo to mix, mingle and, just maybe, meet that special someone.
Priced at a reasonable $65 per person (excluding bar, tax and gratuity) the menu follows:
Love Shucks – an East Coast seafood tower flavored by sour orange mojo, stinking rose aioli and angry habanero hot sauce
Burnt, Bitter, Bleu salad of bitter greens, burnt almond praline, and crumbles of Point Reyes blue cheese, drizzled with two-timing balsamic dressing
Home Alone TV Dinner – roasted Creekstone Farm prime rib with a side of truffle macaroni and cheese and vegetable succotash
Broken Hearted Napoleon with passion(less) fruit sauce
The dinner will include a complimentary Champagne cocktail. Single seats booked only.
In the main dining room, Edge will also offer its regular a la carte menu as well as a special couples’ menu, meant to be shared and resplendent with aphrodisiac elements.
The shared menu ($75 per person) offers four courses including a complimentary Champagne cocktail.
East Coast Oysters
mojo mignonette and chipotle cocktail sauce
Signature tartares
Corvina tartare with baby cucumber, green apple, celery leaf and yellow pepper beef tartare with pickled mustard seeds and garnishes
scallop tartare with salsa criolla, virgin olive oil and basil
ahi tuna tartare with pickled shallots, watermelon and mint
Surf and Turf
24 oz. Tomahawk steak, whole Maine lobster,
coconut creamed spinach and skillet heirloom potatoes
Raspberry Souffle
white chocolate raspberry ice cream
The Valentine’s Day couples’ prix fixe will be available Friday, February 10 through Tuesday, February 14. The Lonely Hearts Dinner will only be served on February 14.
Diners who make a Valentine’s Day reservation through www.opentable.com will be entered to win a two-night stay at Four Seasons Hotel Miami. To be redeemed at a later date.
Open in 2003, Four Seasons Miami is an urban oasis, which combines contemporary luxury with resort-style amenities. Conveniently accessible to the city’s prime attractions, the Hotel offers 182 guest rooms and 39 suites, the city’s premier health club and spa and a two-acre pool terrace where guests can relax with amenities offered by the ever attentive pool staff. The Hotel was accorded the distinction of being the only Florida hotel to rank amongst the top 10 in the prestigious Institutional Investor’s annual survey of the World’s Top 100 Hotels (featured as #8 on the list, and #2 in US). In addition, the Hotel has received the 2011 AAA Five Diamond award and was voted Best Business Hotel in Miami by the readers of Travel and Leisure magazine. For reservations, please call (305) 381-3381 or visit www.fourseasons.com/miami.
Spartico’s Prix Fixe Dinner Menu: February 10th through 14th, 2012
Mayfair Hotel & Spa
3000 Florida Avenue
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
305.441.0000 mayfairhotelandspa.com
Chow Down on this Valentines Day Special
February 14, 6PM
Chow Down Grill
920 Alton Rd
Miami Beach, FL chowdowngrill.com
In honor of all things sweet, sexy, and scrumptious, Chow Down Grill & Lounge (CDG&L) will be hosting its first Prix Fix Valentine’s Day Dinner. Located at 9th and Alton in Miami Beach, this Asian-inspired hot spot is quickly finding its way into the hearts of locals and visitors alike. This eatery offers Miami lovers a special menu to get the evening rolling this Valentine’s Day.
And what Valentine’s Day would be complete without a cocktail to set the mood? Choose from beer/wine or CDG&L’s special Sweetheart Martini, a combination of Southern Comfort, Apple Pucker, and Lychee.
Valentine’s Concert at Jimmy’z Kitchen Wynwood Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 – 10:30 p.m.
Jimmy’z Kitchen Wynwood
2700 N. Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33127 Facebook Evite
Second Saturday Art Walk Celebration with lots of Love at Jimmy’z Kitchen Wynwood! Bring your family, your partner, your significant other and even your “It’s Complicated” to a great FREE concert with the group SON D’ PANDEROS. Latin-flavored music is always a way to passion – enjoy this Pre-“Dia de los Enamorados” evening with Puerto Rican musical classics and a delicious Mofongo!
Dinner and Mixology Demonstration at Haven Lounge 2/22/12, 6:30pm
Haven Lounge
1237, Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, Florida 33139 www.bacchusdinnerclub.com
Are you ready to treat your palate to Miami Beach’s newest foodie hot spot?! Join Bacchus Dinner Club at Miami Beach’s sultry gastro-lounge on Wednesday February 22 at 6:30pm for an experience you won’t forget! Executive chef Todd Erickson (formerly of Zuma) together with… the incredibly talented mixologist Isaac Grillo, developed a menu just for the Bacchus Dinner Club! See why Miami.com gives it three stars and it’s been critically acclaimed since its opening, as well as received by locals and foodies as the place to be to have all your senses indulged.
First, we’ll be greeted with a demonstration by Mixologist Isaac Grillo, as he shares his inspiration on how he works his magic at the hugely popular gastro-lounge at Haven. Delight in the complexity of flavors in Isaac Grillo’s concoctions and see why he has become a formidable force in South Florida’s mixology scene….
MIX vin 4 bacchus remy V + grape muddle + lemon + hibiscus + agave + st. germaine
Then we’ll feast on a specially prepared menu by the celebrated chef Todd Erickson. His love of local and sustainable ingredients at the peak of season has earned him a top position in Miami’s culinary world. He has been featured in Gourmet Magazine and Today Show, as well as in numerous publications for his innovative cuisine. We have the honor of sampling some of Chef Todd’s creations, in this menu he developed just for the Bacchus Dinner Club!
Don’t forget to RSVP to this exciting dinner! Space is very limited! Dinner is $35, that INCLUDES tax, tip and your first drink. Thereafter, the signature cocktail is $7 for the Bacchus Dinner Club until 8:30 as well as Happy Hour pricing ($5 beer and $6 call liquor). Payments can be pre-paid to guarantee your dinner using paypal, to payments@bacchusdinnerclub.com.
“Graspa Group’s successful venue in the Design District: Maitardi, has been one of the most beloved destinations in the area for locals and visitors alike since November 2009. With the recent interest by several luxury brands and a planned large-scale expansion in the area, DACRA, property owner of the Maitardi location, elected to retake the location.“We are very excited at the possibility of coming back to the Design District once construction is done and we are grateful to everyone who have helped make Maitardi what it is today,†states Graziano Sbroggio of Graspa Group. “Maitardi enabled us to work with new and exciting elements including the beautiful and bountiful space, the contemporary Italian menu, the events and, of course, the patrons.â€
Said Craig Robins Dacra’s CEO, “We are hopeful that one of my favorite cafes in the neighborhood Maitardi will return after our planned expansion. They are part of the soul of the neighborhood and Graziano is one of the best operators in Miami.â€
“Graspa Group’s successful venue in the Design District: Maitardi, has been one of the most beloved destinations in the area for locals and visitors alike since November 2009. With the recent interest by several luxury brands and a planned large-scale expansion in the area, DACRA, property owner of the Maitardi location, elected to retake the location.“We are very excited at the possibility of coming back to the Design District once construction is done and we are grateful to everyone who have helped make Maitardi what it is today,†states Graziano Sbroggio of Graspa Group. “Maitardi enabled us to work with new and exciting elements including the beautiful and bountiful space, the contemporary Italian menu, the events and, of course, the patrons.â€
Said Craig Robins Dacra’s CEO, “We are hopeful that one of my favorite cafes in the neighborhood Maitardi will return after our planned expansion. They are part of the soul of the neighborhood and Graziano is one of the best operators in Miami.â€
Valentine’s Day at Pearl Restaurant & Lounge Tuesday February 14th, 7:30PM
Pearl Restaurant & Champagne Lounge
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139 www.pearlmiamibeach.com
Dark Dining Sexy Valentine Chef Adrianne’s
11510 SW 147 Avenue
Miami, Fl 33196
(305)408-8386 or (305)408-8388
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Looking for something completely different to impress your Valentine? Take your valentine on a culinary experience never to be forgotten at Chef Adrianne’s Vineyard Restaurant and Wine Bar for the most sensuous Dinning in the Dark ever.
The stage is set and the lights are out as you and your date are blindfolded and feast on the most erotic menu that Celebrity Chef Adrianne Calvo has prepared for this Valentines. See what happens when you think no one is watching and discover how you’re other senses kick in and enhance every flavor, smell, texture, touch and caress. Pump up the kink factor into your relationship for one night of decadence that is sure to continue once you get home.
You’ve always heard about how aphrodisiacs enhance your libido, this time put it to the test at this exotic dinner created for lovers. Sure, you can have a nice dinner at an upscale restaurant and wait in line as hostess’ scramble to deal with over booking or wait patiently as servers tend to a myriad of guests because it is one of the busiest nights of the year or you can make your reservation on February 15 and treat the one you love to an unforgettably erotic dinner she will brag about to all her friends.
The Dark Dining format, which entails that participants dine blindfolded in a particularly dimly-lit setting throughout a multiple-course meal, has proven to be an ideal platform for the work of a chef that is already renowned for her ability to pleasantly surprise her guests and their palates on a regular basis with dishes that feature a succulent, and often unprecedented, combination of flavors. With their sight temporarily unavailable, Dark Dining guests at Chef Adrianne’s are able to hone all of their other senses in on their meals, considerably enhancing their level of enjoyment.
Symcha’s Gives Love with Complimentary Champagne and Dessert on Valentine’s Day
Valentines Evening, February 14th, 2012
Symcha’s Restaurant
22 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach
Reservations : 305-604-0000 www.symchas.net
Enjoy Valentines Day At Symcha’s With Complimentary Champagne + Dessert. Come dine Valentines Evening with the one (s) you love, enjoy Symcha’s adored cuisine and cocktails while Symcha + Anna spoil you with complimentary champagne and one of their signature, heavenly desserts. Symcha’s is known for its romantic ambience, sit inside at one of the cozy candlelit tables or outside in their garden under the stars.
Located in the heart of Miami Beach, Symcha’s offers modern American cuisine that incorporates both Asian and European influences in its home-style fare. Patrons who dine at Symcha’s will enjoy delicious and elegant creations that combine the finest ingredients and worldly flavors to give patrons a dining experience like no other. Symcha’s offers seating at their rustic yet lavish wood bar or guests can nuzzle up with friends in the cozy library lounge. Those looking for a more intimate rendezvous can choose the ultra lush, dimly lit outdoor garden. Diners can indulge in wine and spirits handpicked from around the world to compliment any menu selection.
Symcha’s is a favorite of world renowned food critics and locals alike.
Serving dinner nightly, Lunch Thursday – Sunday and Brunch Every Sunday; Symcha’s is quickly becoming Miami Beach’s quintessential intimate dining “hot spot.â€
Dinner Special Two:
2 Glasses of champagne
1 30oz Ribeye for two
2 Sides of their choice
1 Tiramisu for two
1 Bottle of Sea Glass wine, California
Price per couple $120.00 (before tax + gratituity)
Complimentary Dessert and Rose for Valentine’s Day Dining at High Steaks BBQ High Steaks BBQ
57 NW 37th Avenue
Miami, FL 33125
reservations: 305.642.7447 www.highsteaksbbq.com.
If your guy or gal loves to chow down on authentic grilled goodness from baby back ribs to Carolina pulled pork, wrangle him or her down to High Steaks BBQ!
High Steaks is offering a complimentary dessert and rose – a great presentation to show that you can be double the “sweetie” on the special day! Go ahead, dine on decadant carrot cake or chocolate cream pies – friendly on the wallet and will definitely put a smile on that special someone’s face!
Located in the heart of Miami and two miles south of the Miami International Airport and Magic City Casino.
Juicy grilled steaks and authentic Carolina BBQ are the inspiration for High Steaks BBQ, a fun-filled neighborhood watering hole. Favored by locals and tourists alike, the restaurant serves mouth-watering grilled favorites including beef, chicken, pork and shrimp, complemented with homemade Southern side dishes and desserts.
High Steaks BBQ has a natural essence to flavoring meats – using a Memphis-style rub and real hickory smoke. Start off with appetizers including Jalapeno Cheddar Hush Puppies ($5); BBQ Pork Sliders ($7); and Johnnie Be Good Chili ($5 cup/$7 bowl). Stake-Your-Claim platters include Jerked-Around Half Chicken ($12); Baby Back Ribs ($20 full rack/$14 half rack); and the house favorite, Memphis Style Ribs, ($20 full rack/$14 half rack).
Each palate-pleasing platter is served with hush puppies and a choice of French fries & slaw, or red beans and rice. Sandwiches and salads complete the menu making it perfect for lunch or dinner.
Aphrodisiac Valentines Day Dessert & Drink
The entire month of February Serendipity 3
1102 Lincoln Rd.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Serendipity 3 New Miami Beach Location Is The Ultimate Spot This Valentines Day For An Aphrodisiac Dessert & Drinks
The New Lincoln Road Location is Serving Up Decadent Desserts and Drinks to Please the Sweet Tooth in Everyone During the Romantic Holiday
When this time of the year rolls around everyone is always rushing around trying to find the perfect flowers or box of chocolates for their loved ones, which can sometimes be such a hassle, but this year we have it covered here at Serendipity 3 on Miami Beach, all you have to do is make the reservation.
This February Head Chef Chad Ellis at our the Lincoln Road location will be pre-pairing the most decadent aphrodisiac dessert and drink this month in honor of Valentines Day. For those who don’t know, an Aphrodisiac is a substance that increases sexual desire and in this case our dessert and drink will do just that for you and your significant other!
The indulgent dessert consists of a warm Godiva® Chocolate Dipped Brownie topped with a Dark Chocolate Heart Candy served with Dulce de Leche Ice Cream surrounded by Raspberry Compote, Gold Plated Almonds, Whipped Cream and a garnish of Mint Sprigs. The cocktail which is almost a dessert itself, consists of a delicious mixture of Honey, Cream, Vodka infused with Chocolate and Raspberry, suspended in a martini glass swirled with Milk Chocolate and topped with White Chocolate floating heart boats filled with violet Chambord® Liqueur.
Ultimate Valentine’s Day Escape
Valentine’s Day events from February 10 to February 18, 2012
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
One North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304 www.ritzcarlton.com/fortlauderdale
A sunny Valentine’s getaway is an excellent prescription for winter blues and is a sure way to score points with the significant other, leaving only one question: Where to go? An easy getaway with plenty of airlift from most U.S. cities is Fort Lauderdale, and this Valentine’s Day you can book luxury with PLENTY of extras at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale. The luxury oceanfront hotel on the pristine Gold Coast has water views from every room, balconies in every room, and legendary service, plus packages that could only be inspired by Cupid himself:
For The Soulmate A Romantic retreat…
1. Exclusive: Ultimate Valentine’s Day One-Night Escape with VIP Andrea Bocelli Concert Tickets:
Available one night only, Tuesday, February 14, 2012
A one night escape available to just ONE couple, the first to reserve online at www.ritzcarlton.com/fortlauderdale beginning Wednesday, February 8
Package price: $1,999 plus tax for everything listed below:
· Luxurious One-Bedroom Oceanfront Residential Suite with Club Lounge Access(complimentary culinary presentations, separate reading, media and computer areas and dedicated concierge to assist with any reservations or travel plans) at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
· Two VIP tickets to the one-night only Andrea Bocelli Valentine’s Day concert, Tuesday, February 14 at the Bank Atlantic Center.
· Private roundtrip transportation to the concert.
· Breakfast for two in Via Luna or in the privacy of your guestroom
· Romantic welcome gifts of limited edition Jean-Paul Gaultier-designed, fishnet-laced Piper-Heidsieck Champagne and more romantic presents.
2. Valentine’s Day One-Night Escape
Available one night only, Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Package price: $549 plus tax
· Luxurious Partial Ocean View accommodations at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
· Gourmet three-course Italian-inspired dinner for two in the romantic, oceanfront Via Luna restaurant, or in the privacy of your luxurious guestroom.
· Breakfast for two in Via Luna or in the privacy of your guestroom
· Romantic welcome gifts of limited edition Jean-Paul Gaultier-designed, fishnet-laced Piper Heidsieck Champagne and more romantic presents.
3. Romantic Weekend Rendezvous
Available February 10-12 or February 17-19 from $809 per night, plus tax.
The two-night romance-filled package includes:
· Two nights in a luxurious oceanfront guestroom at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
· Rose petal turndown upon arrival (rose petals are scattered from the entrance of your guestroom leading to the bed, where rose petals are placed in the shape of a heart)
· Daily American breakfast for two on your private balcony (with in-room dining) or in the oceanfront Via Luna restaurant
· Complimentary full day “Natural Oasis,†Cabana on the Oceanfront VIP Cabana Level, equipped with a personal flat screen TV, audio docking station, fresh fruit, bottled water and a Cabana Captain standing ready to serve. Once per stay
· Couples Massage or spa credit of $250 once per stay
· Champagne and sparkling wine tasting Friday or Saturday evening in the romantic Wine Room, which has the largest wine vault of any Fort Lauderdale hotel. Once per stay
· Special gifts of a Ritz-Carlton signature scented candle and Ritz-Carlton massage oil
New Found Love
Culinary affairs to remember…
Sultry Affair Oceanfront Cabana Package
Saturday, February 11 & Tuesday, February 14 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Private Cabana Level
$250 per couple
*plus tax and gratuity
Romance your amour with an evening under the stars in one of ten private cabanas resting just below the 7th floor tropical pool deck, seemingly suspended on a curvilinear perch over the Atlantic, on the city’s only VIP cabana level. Enjoy mesmerizing views, sultry music, a bottle of Veuve Clicquot and a family-style dinner prepared by Executive Chef Christian Clair featuring caviar and fresh seafood display of King Crab Claws, Blue Point Oysters, Shrimp, Mussels and Clams, followed by Grilled Beef Tenderloin, Broiled Maine Lobster, complete with decadent desserts. (TIP: Perfect for proposing)
Reservations Required 72 Hours In Advance.
Contact Rochelle Figueroa at Rochelle.Figueroa@ritzcarlton.com or 954-465-2300.
Sweet Valentine Sunday Brunch in Via Luna
Sunday, February 12 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Adults: $65; Children: $1 per year old, up to age 11
*plus tax and gratuity
If the way to their heart is through their stomach, surprise your epicurean lover with an oceanfront Italian-inspired culinary event with a parade of chef-attended stations winding through the oceanfront restaurant serving traditional brunch favorites, gourmet carving stations, a create-your-own pasta station, imported cheeses and charcuteries, seafood on ice, lavish desserts including a cascading chocolate fountain taking center stage and free-flowing mimosas and Bloody Marys.
Enjoy a Romantic Candlelight Dinner at JohnMartin’s Tuesday, February 14, 2012
JohnMartin’s
253 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables www.johnmartins.com.
For all those romantics looking for a candlelit evening with their sweetie, Johnmartin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant is the best Coral Gables destination. On Tuesday, February 14, 2012, JohnMartin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant will feature a special menu for Valentine’s Day.
The Valentine’s menu will feature some of JohnMartin’s most popular dishes. Diners can begin the night with a choice of soup, salad or salmon appetizer, followed by a choice of Petit Filet Mignon, Pan Fried Free Range Chicken breast or Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp, Scallops. Diners will finish off the night with a choice of strawberry romanoff, chocolate brownie sundae or a warm apple turnover with vanilla ice cream.
The set menu is $42.50 per adult plus tax. Reservations must be made by calling 305-445-3777.
Romantic Dining At The Betsy Valentine’s Day
February 14
BLT Steak at The Betsy
1440 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL
For reservations or more information please call (305) 673-0044 or visit www.thebetsyhotel.com.
BLT Steak at The Betsy, star chef Laurent Tourondel’s South Beach outpost is offering several sensuous blackboard specials in honor of Valentine’s Day Tuesday, February 14, 2012. Guests have the option of choosing the items a la carte, or putting together a three course dinner plus a side dish for $70 per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity. The regular dinner menu will also be available.
Guests can choose to start off the evening with a special signature Valentine’s Day cocktail, “Love Potion #9.†Then, peruse a selection of blackboard specials and order one of each course to create a prix fixe menu or enjoy any of the options a la carte.
Flavorful first course dishes are Cauliflower Panna Cotta – with American paddlefish caviar, and almond relish ($16) or Sweet Potato Risotto – with rock shrimp vinaigrette ($16). Second course main plates include: Meyer Lemon Steamed Black Bass – with confit carrot, and garlic butter emulsion ($34) or 14 oz. Ribeye Delmonico – with truffle hollandaise and roasted garlic ($42). Side dish specials on offer are Crispy Artichokes – with feta cheese and preserved lemon ($11) or Fingerling Potato and Cauliflower Gratin – with truffle bread crumbs ($11). To top off the evening, couples can indulge in decadent desserts including Red Velvet Cake – with cream cheese icing and pistachio ice cream ($10) or Milk Chocolate Truffle Tart – with raspberry and Chambord compote.
Valentine’s Day Coral Gables Style Eat.Drink.Shop.Love.
February 14, 2012
Coral Gables, FL
Selecting the right gift or planning a romantic evening on Valentine’s Day can be a daunting undertaking. Everything needs to be perfect! Downtown Coral Gables & Miracle Mile can remove the stress and help everyone plan an unforgettable Valentine’s Day. Local restaurants and retailers are gearing up to offer a range of options which will satisfy a host of tastes. From an affordable lobster dinner, to the more traditional options such as flowers and chocolates, the Downtown Coral Gables will be sure to provide a no-hassle dining and shopping experience. Below is a sampling of ideas which will certainly confirm the depth of one’s love.
For The Love Of Food
Cibo Wine Bar- 45 Miracle Mile
Italian is known to be the language of love. What better way to demonstrate it than through food? This Italian eatery and wine bar will be offering linguine with fresh whole lobster in a light tomato sauce for only $19.95. For reservations or more information, please visit: www.cibowinebar.com.
Emporium- 2606 Ponce de Leon Blvd
La bella salon- 2604 Ponce de Leon Blvd
La Cofradia- 160 Andalusia Ave
Do you know a couple who deserves special pampering? Then nominate them today! Three Coral Gables businesses are teaming up to give one deserving couple the opportunity to be treated like royalty this Valentine’s Day. Emporium, La bella salon and La Cofradia will choose one lucky couple for the following: complete complimentary makeover from La bella salon; $100 gift certificate to Emporium, and an elegant dinner for two at La Cofradia. To nominate a couple visit: www.facebook.com/labellasalon or www.facebook.com/emporiummiami and describe why you are nominating the couple. The winners will be announced via Facebook on February 6th and arrangements will be made by Emporium, La bella salon and La Cofradia.
Le Provencal Restaurant- 266 Miracle Mile
For a French culinary love affair, Le Provencal is offering a four-course menu priced at $45 per person, featuring decadent items such as Prime Rib, Roasted Duck, Crab Cakes and Chocolate Lava Cake. Visit their page for additional information: www.leprovencalrestaurant.com
Randazzo’s Little Italy-385 Miracle Mile
Taste the passion! Come celebrate your amore at Randazzo’s Little Italy. Their special heart-shaped ravioli Alfredo and new extensive wine list is sure to please. Romantic Italian movies on the screens set the mood while being serenaded by classic Sinatra songs. Call Jimmy or Abel at 305-448-7002 to reserve your table. www.randazzoslittleitaly.com
Talavera Restaurant- 2299 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Get ‘lost’ in chocolate heaven. In honor of Valentine’s Day, executive chef Oscar del Rivero has created Chocolate Berry Bliss, the perfect dessert to end an evening of delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine. Chocolate Berry Bliss is Chef Oscar’s take on a chocolate molten cake, served warm with Chantilly cream, crunchy almond brittle and topped with fresh berries macerated in Chambord liquor. The special dessert is available at Talavera from February 10 through 20. www.talaveraspot.com
CocoLimon-126 Miracle Mile
For frozen yogurt lovers, pick one of these two great offers and go home with a free teddy bear, balloon And a red rose! Show that special someone you care by buying a To-Go Container for $7.99 and receive a free teddy bear, a heart balloon and red rose, a $15.99 value. Or choose the option of a $10 gift card and receive a free teddy bear, heart balloon and red rose. www.cocolimonusa.com
Nothing Says “I Love You†Like a Diamond
Twinkle Twinkle- 40 Miracle Mile
It’s been said that ‘diamonds are a girl’s best friend’! Receive 20% off any heart-themed jewelry of sterling silver, or cubic zirconia designer-inspired collections. Did we mention there is complimentary gift wrapping for all gift purchases? www.twinklebridal.com
Jae’s Jewelers-237 Miracle Mile
To accompany your special purchase (minimum purchase of $200 required) Jae’s is offering a free 24-karat rose, a real rose that has been lacquered and dipped in 24-karat gold, a $100 value. The roses come in a wide variety of colors such as pink, cream pink, purple, cream purple, cream red, peach, yellow, ivory and burgundy, and come in an exquisite gold gift box. In addition, selected merchandise will be on sale from 10% to 50% off. The roses themselves are also for sale: $99/each or 3 for $250.
Flowers, Sweets And Other Treats
Essence Boutique- 78 Miracle Mile
Does your lady like to dress to impress? Essence Boutique is offering 20% off merchandise except sale items. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Essence-Boutique/23265546432
GBS-The Beauty Store-308 Miracle Mile
Spice up your Valentine’s Day with red hot romantic treats from GBS! Get 20% off favorite love-inducing brands like Booty Parlor, Kama Sutra, Ta-Ta-Toos, Sweet Spot and on all candles. www.gbsbeauty.com
Violetas Home Design – 223 Miracle Mile
For some home goods loving, Violetas is offering a 15% discount with a minimum purchase of $100. www.violetashomedesign.com
Reminiscence- 357 Miracle Mile
Create an exotic and sensual garden of fragrances with Seda France’s three-wick candles, regularly priced at $42 and now $36. Select from Japanese Quince, Gardenia, French Tulip and more. Feel like royalty with exclusive Rance fragrances once coveted by Napoleon Bonaparte. Mention the ShopCoralGables.com and receive a discount on your purchase until February 10th.
Valentine’s Dinner at Kitchen 305 Feb 14, 2012 at 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM
Kitchen 305 at Newport Beachside Hotel
16701 Collins Ave
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33063 RSVP Here
Let us prepare your Valentine’s Dinner for you, so all you have to do is focus on each other.
Love comes in many ways and forms. This year, celebrate yourself and your love ones. A romantic evening with spouse, partner or someone special to the heart. Express your love to parents, children or close friends.
Valentine’s Day is not only for lovers, it is a day for us to express our gratitute, our love, to people whom we care for and who hold special places in our hearts, a chance for us to show them that we care.
Check out the fabulous Lucky Draw Prizes
Grand Prize: ‘Couple Getaway’ weekend stay at Newport Beachside Hotel www.newportbeachsideresort.com
Second Prize: ‘Couple Message’ at Seven Seas Spa www.sevenseasspasalon.com
Third Prize: $100 Gift Certificate for ‘Couple Portrait’ session by Teutonia Pictures www.teutoniapictures.com
Door Prizes: First 10 guests to RSVP will receive each receive $20 Gift Certificates for spa or salon services at Seven Seas Spa or Aveda Salon
Looking for a “Hot†Deal this Valentine’s Day?
2/14/12, 5PM-12AM
Chow Down Grill & Lounge
920 Alton Rd
Miami Beach, FL 33139 www.chowdowngrill.com
In honor of all things sweet, sexy, and scrumptious, Chow Down Grill & Lounge (CDG&L) will be hosting its first Prix Fix Valentine’s Day Dinner. Located at 9th and Alton in Miami Beach, this Asian-inspired hot spot is quickly finding its way into the hearts of locals and visitors alike. This eatery offers Miami lovers a special menu to get the evening rolling this Valentine’s Day.
And what Valentine’s Day would be complete without a cocktail to set the mood? Choose from beer/wine or CDG&L’s special Sweetheart Martini, a combination of Southern Comfort, Apple Pucker, and Lychee.
So if you are looking to score big this Valentine’s Day be sure to visit Chow Down Grill & Lounge and leave your inhibitions at the door.
To schedule a party, make reservations, or order take-out call 305.674.1674.
The Lucky Clover Irish Pub Grand Opening block party celebration on Saturday, January 28, 2012.  The celebration kicked off with a set from the Spam All-Stars, who blend electronic elements and turntables with Latin, funk, hip hop and dub to create a sound all of their own. Followed by The Legendary JC’s and enjoyed their brand of soulful rocking blues.
Valentine’s Day Menu China Grill Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
Available February 14th
1881 SE 17th St Causeway
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
954.759.9950 www.chinagrillmgt.com
A la carta menu with specials | $69 per person tasting menu
Canoodle with your loved one at China Grill Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Marina and nibble on the heart shaped “AMORE†SUSHI with Tuna, avocado, cream cheese & tempura flakes wrapped in pink soy paper, red tobiko with tuna sashimi ($22) or share the Szechuan Porterhouse Steak, 36oz. served with chive mashed potatoes and accompanied with tempura onion rings ($65). Guests can also indulge in their Classic Tasting Menu for $69 per person featuring a selection of China Grill favorites including: Spicy Beef & Scallion Dumplings; Lobster Pancakes stir-fried with wild mushrooms, red chili, scallions & coconut milk; Grilled Szechuan Beef and Wasabi Mashed Potatoes from Chef Keyvan Benham.
Valentine’s Day Menu City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill
Available February 14th
700 S. Rosemary Ave
West Palm Beach, 33401
561.366.0071 www.CityCellarWPB.com
Chef David Hagan is serving specialty dishes that lovers will swoon over along with their regular a la carta menu. All guests will also enjoy complimentary Chocolate Covered Long Stem Strawberries, a perfect end to a perfect dinner.
– Jumbo Lump Crabmeat Flatbread with Nueske’s Ranch Applewood Smoked Bacon, Artichokes, Spinach, Smoked Provolone and Bechamel ($14)
– Selection of Cold Water Oysters with Mignonette ($12 for 3)
– Grilled 6 oz. Petite Filet Mignon with Fingerling Pomme Puree, Glazed Baby Carrots, Port Demiglace and Pickled Rose Petals ($30)
– Poached Maine Lobster & Seared Foie Gras Risotto with Mache and Shaved Grana Padana ($36)
Valentine’s Day Menu at Steak 954
February 14th
W Fort Lauderdale
401 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
954.414.8333 www.Steak954.com
A la carte menu with specials
On the most romantic night of the year, enjoy your evening with great food and oceanside views with Steak 954 at W Ft Lauderdale. In addition to their full menu, Steak 954 is offering special Valentine’s Day dishes that include: Corn Meal Fried Oysters with Caviar Crème Fraiche and Pickled Cucumber Salad ($16); Local Yellowfin Tuna Tar Tar with smashed avocados, roasted poblano relish and crispy yuka ($15); Crispy Arancini paired with strawberry-tomato chutney and seared foie gras ($14); and Chocolate and Coffee Braised Beef Short Rib with parsnip puree and wilted mustard greens ($32).
Valentine’s Day Menu East End Brasserie
Available Feb 14th
601 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL
954.567.8070 www.eastendbrasserie.com
Three-course prix-fixe with amuse bouche & champagne toast ($75 per person | $95 per person with wine pairings)
The only thing more romantic than French cuisine, is French cuisine with ocean views. On Valentine’s Day, Chef Steve Zobel of NYC’s Triomphe prepares a romantic three-course prix-fixe with amuse bouche & champagne toast ($75 per person | $95 with wine pairings). Delicious options include: Ricotta gnocchi with Roquefort cream sauce; Sole and asparagus on a bed of wild mushrooms, topped with lobster hollandaise sauce; Ribeye steak au poivre with potato gratin and julienned vegetables; Strawberry shortcake tart with chocolate covered straw and Fondue for two, Dark chocolate fondue, strawberries, bananas, pineapple, marshmallows, pound cake.
Valentine’s Day Menu at SAIA
**Available Feb 10th – 14th
999 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
954.302.5252 www.SAIAsushi.com
Five-course prix-fix with Hanahouhoushu Sparkling Pink Sake ($159 per couple)
For Valentine’s Day, SAIA is partnering with Hanahouhoushu Sparkling Pink Sake to create the ultimate dining experience for lovers. The dinner begins with Salmon & Hamachi Miso and Ginger Chicken Soup from the famed Chef Subin. Then dinners will enjoy a delicious Oyster Salad SAIA’s version of the classic “Surf and Turf†with Togarashi Steak & Tuna. Cap off the amazing meal with the Strawberry Fruit Salad featuring fresh strawberries with ginger melon sauce & coconut sorbet in crispy wonton shell mint granite.
Join Dine at Mint Leaf Indian Brasserie for Happy Hour 1/31/12, 6:00-8:00 pm
Mint Leaf Indian Brasserie
1063 SE 1st Ave
Miami, FL Register Online
Spice it up on Tuesday night, as we visit Mint Leaf in Brickell. Mint Leaf is an elegant restaurant complete with stylish decor. The atmosphere is lively, yet relaxed and you are sure to enjoy the Bollywood music playing in the background. The original location opened up in 2008 in Coral Gables, but they have recently expanded with their 2nd location opening up in Brickell.
While the customers at Mint Leaf enjoy the stylish setting, it is the food that is continually praised and they are often regarded as serving some of the best Indian food in Miami. Join us, as the chefs please your palate with a variety of traditional dishes and others offering a modern twist. Think Lasooni Jhinga (garlic flavoured shrimp cooked in a clay oven); Tandoori Lamb Chops (tender spring lamb chops, in chef’s own spices), Dosa’s (south Indian crepes filled with seasoned potato, chicken or lamb); and more.
Cost is $10 in advance or $15 at the door. This includes one glass of wine and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres . Buy your tickets today
Menu:
For this event, guests will enjoy a glass of wine (generously sponsored by International Boutique wines) and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres like:
1. Tandoori Chicken Tikka
2. Vegetable Bhajia
3. Onion Kulcha ( bread cooked in tandoor)
4. Potato Cutlets
All of the above will be served with fresh mint chutney.
There is plenty of street parking available. After your first drink, you will enjoy discounted drink specials until 8:00 pm. If anyone would like to stay for dinner after the event, you will enjoy a discount of 15% off.
Advance tickets must by purchased by 4:30 pm on 1/31.
Valentine’s Day dinner at Indigo restaurant at the Riverside Hotel
Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2012
Dinner reservations are available from 5p.m.-10p.m.
Indigo Restaurant at the Riverside Hotel
620 East Las Olas Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Reservations required: call 954-467-0045 or email indigolasolas@riversidehotel.com
Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner at Indigo Restaurant located on Las Olas Boulevard at the Riverside Hotel. Couples will enjoy live entertainment and eat their hearts out with a delectable three course menu that includes a choice of appetizer, from Chilled Citrus Poached Shrimp to Port wine soaked Portabella Mushroom or Indigo California Roll; and a choice of entree that includes a Braised Lamb Shank or whole pan fried Yellowtail Snapper for two; plus delicious desserts like Valentino Cake or Chocolate and Cheese. Dinner also includes one complimentary cocktail per person. A la carte dining is also available on Valentine’s Day.
COST: $59.00 (includes 3 course dinner and complimentary beverage)
Valentine’s Day 2012
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Wynwood Kitchen & Bar
2550 N.W. 2nd Avenue
Ample street parking and valet are available
Reservations suggested; please call (305) 722-8959 wynwoodkitchenandbar.com
Miami’s hip urban art-meets-global Latino cuisine is serving up sexy Valentine’s Day specials, as well as their regular menu of small plate offerings. Get in the mood with the Baked Oyster appetizer with wilted spinach, vodka parmesan cream and golden caviar ($15) or Hamachi Tiradito, served with watermelon puree, watermelon salsa and a Kalamata olive dust ($16). Special mains offered are Pan Seared Duck Breast with a boniato puree, Romseco verde and crispy poblano slaw ($18) or Kobe Filet Mignon with Amarani cherry sauce, braised rainbow charr and bacon foam ($22). A sexy surprise dessert offering by Chef Miguel Aguilar will also be available.
Valentine’s Day
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Quattro
1014 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
For more information and reservations, please call 305-531-4833 quattromiami.com
On San Valentino, Tuesday, February 14, Quattro will be celebrating Cupid with specialty Tuscan a la carte offerings, in addition to their regular dinner menu.
Begin with a specialty antipasti of Tartare del aragosta con insalata di lenticchie e caviale Osetra –
Maine lobster tartare with Osetra caviar and black lentil salad ($39). Primi Piatti specials include Raviolini del plin agli scampi con vongole e asparagi – scampi raviolini with Manila clams and baby asparagus ($35). Secondi options: Astice alla pescatora con capesante e spaghetti di zucchini – Maine lobster “alla pescatora†with bay scallops and spaghetti squash ($46) or Tagliata di filetto di vitello con salsa al foie gras bastoncini di patate tartufati – veal fillet with foie gras sauce and truffle shoe string potato ($46). Top off this extravagant meal with Bavarese bicolore in bicchiere con cuore di lamponi- chocolate and vanilla Bavarian mousse with raspberry coulis ($12).
Valentine’s Day 2012
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
The Dutch
inside W South Beach Hotel & Residences
2201 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
For more information and reservations, please call (305) 938-3111 thedutchmiami.com
Miami Beach’s hottest dining destination, The Dutch, will be celebrating Valentine’s Day on Tuesday, February 14, with a three-course, pre-fixe menu during their regular dinner hours, priced at $80 per person, plus tax and gratuity. A specialty wine pairing priced at $40 per person, is also available. In addition, the full oyster bar menu will also be available for those who want an added course of shellfish offerings.
Valentine’s Day 2012 Rusty Pelican
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
The Rusty Pelican
3201 Rickenbacker Causeway
Key Biscayne, Florida
For more information and reservations, please call (305) 361-3818 therustypelican.com
Rusty Pelican, Miami’s recently renovated waterfront dining destination renowned for its amazing views, will be offering a romantic three-course, pre-fixe Valentine’s Day dinner menu filled with aphrodisiacal foods, as well as their regular a la carte dinner menu. The pre-fixe offerings will be available the weekend of February 10, 11, and 12, as well as on Valentine’s Day Tuesday, February 14, during their regular dinner hours; priced at $85 per person, tax and gratuity not included.
Super Bowl at Grease Burger Bar Sunday, February 5th, 6pm – close
Grease Burger Bar
213 Clematis Street
West Palm Beach FL, 33401
561.651.1075 GreaseWPB.com
There’s no better place to celebrate the Super Bowl than South Florida’s quintessential burger & beer joint, Grease Burger Bar. On Sunday, February 5th from 6pm – close football fans can enjoy Domestic Buckets (5) for $12 and Import Buckets (5) for $16 while munching on Grease’s famous sliders for $1.50 each along with 50 cent wings. While watching the big game on one of their 14 HD flat screen TVS, you’ll want to cheer no matter who scores as their bartenders serve up jello shots for everyone in the bar that’s over 21. Gift certificates and other prizes will be given out during each quarter.
The quintessential local burger joint, Grease Burger Bar in West Palm Beach has been awarded ‘Best Burger’ by the Palm Beach Post and named one of the ‘Top 50 Happy Hours’ by the New Times. Offering a selection of fresh ground, hand-shaped 10 oz juicy burgers, salads, chicken sandwiches, wings and all the sides you’d expect at your neighborhood burger spot, Grease is a favorite for families seeking an inexpensive and fun night out. Grease also features a huge craft beer list with over 85 selections by the bottle and on tap, and has a sports bar component with 14 flat screen TVs showing all the major games. Grease looks and feels like something out of NYC’s Meat Packing District circa the turn of the century with a working fireplace, long solid oak bar and meat hooks hanging from the ceiling.
Scarpetta At Fontainebleau Miami Beach Special Carb-Up Menu for ING Marathoners
Friday, January 27 through Sunday, January 29 from 6 until 7 p.m. Only.
Scarpetta
within the Sorrento Tower
Fontainebleau
4441 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach FL www.fontainebleau.com
For reservations call, 877.326.7412.
Scarpetta at Fontainebleau Miami Beach entices ING™ Marathoners in honor of the Sunday, January 29 race with a specially-designed “Carb-Up†menu to enhance energy and stamina for optimal running performance,
The restaurant will offer patrons a delectable menu, priced at $35 per person, not inclusive of tax & gratuity, featuring Scarpetta signatures such as creamy polenta and spaghetti pomodoro. Reservations required. Menu follows:
{primi piatti } choose one:
Arugula Salad, toasted pine nuts, pecorino & truccioletto
Raw Yellowtail, olio di zenzero, marinated onions & baby greens
Braised Short Ribs Of Beef, vegetable & farro risotto
{piatti } choose one:
Spaghetti, tomato & basil
Duck And Foie Gras Ravioli, marsala reduction
Orecchiette, broccoli, clams, pancetta & capers
{dolce } choose one:
Amedei Chocolate Cake, toasted almond gelato & salted caramel sauce
Coconut Panna Cotta, caramelized pineapple & guava “soupâ€
Gypsy Feast at Nikki Beach January 25, 2012 9:00 pm
One Ocean Drive (Second FL)
Miami Beach, FL, 33139
A fusion of the arts and nightlife entertainment will rise from the sands of Nikki Beach, every Wednesday evening, creating a night where music of the western and eastern cultures will blend with contemporary dance. Milena Hale, choreographer and co-creator of Mimzy’s Playhouse and creator of Bionic Ballerina, will join soul singing sensation Joshua Stedman, visual performing artists Luckner Bruno, Olga Sartesky, Kamila Cardenas and Michael Kasdaglis in authoring this modern era performance layered with traditional “cultura animiâ€, all directed by Rod Pratt.
Nikki Beach Miami is proud to announce “Gypsy Knightsâ€, a Live Entertainment dining experience every Wednesday Night Starting at 9pm. For Dinner reservations: reservations.miami@nikkibeach.com
Powered by symbolic costuming and custom creative performances, “A Gypsy Knightâ€, will encompass the environment, the mood, and the exotica of the spirit while creating a collective soul for all in attendance. The evening promises to represent the traditions of many nations and people of the world, with a contemporary and engaging twist that will thrill and delight the guest throughout the evening.Gypsy Feast at Nikki Beach
Dining In The Dark With Chef Adrianne Calvo From The Food Netowrk’s Chopped Wednesday, January 25-26 at 7:30pm
Chef Adrianne’s
11510 SW 147 Avenue
Miami, Fl 33196
for reservations please call (305)408-8386 or (305)408-8388
follow Chef Adrianne Calvo on Twitter or Facebook. Restaurant website Facebook Twitter
By overwhelming demand January 26 has been added as a second opportunity to participate.
Celebrity Chef Adrianne Calvo takes us on a culinary adventure of the senses with her latest Dark Dining experience of the Chinese New Year. Indulge your taste buds and re-discover the flavors of China with a heightened sense of taste and smell as you are blindfolded to enhance the bold flavors created by Chef Adrianne Calvo. This is a one of a kind opportunity to welcome in the Chinese New Year with a culinary guide that has won accolades through her work at the 5 star Mandarin Oriental and her most recent appearance on the Food Network’s “CHOPPEDâ€.
“I am looking forward to this month’s Dark Dining because it brings to mind some of my favorite dishes I would create during my time at the Mandarin Oriental. I think it will be completely new take, on everybody’s traditional idea of Chinese Food and enhance your senses for maximum flavor.â€
Follow our very own Miami-based culinary artist whose rise to fame has been accomplished through bold concepts and her exquisite take on cuisine, as she asks you to TASTE, TOUCH, HEAR and SMELL during her continuation of her highly-regarded Dark Dining series.
Step away from the norm and try a completely new way to dine that will heighten you senses, develop your taste buds and aide you to participate in uninhibited conversation with your date. You will be surprised at what happens when you know no one is watching.
The Dark Dining format, which entails that participants dine blindfolded in a particularly dimly-lit setting throughout a multiple-course meal, has proven to be an ideal platform for the work of a chef that is already renowned for her ability to pleasantly surprise her guests and their palates on a regular basis with dishes that feature a succulent, and often unprecedented, combination of flavors. With their sight temporarily unavailable, Dark Dining guests at Chef Adrianne’s are able to hone all of their other senses in on their meals, considerably enhancing their level of enjoyment.
for Artists……..BY ARTISTS featuring painter Skot Olsen 01/22/2012, 7:00pm until 10:00pm
HaVen Lounge South Beach
1237 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, Fl 33139
www.havenlounge.com
Join us on Sunday, January 22nd as we present the comprehensive artists program “for artists…..by artist.” The evening will be dedicated to painter: Skot Olsen
Skot Olsen (b. 1969) uses a classical, yet comical, visual style, which he has called “cartoon realism,” to convey complex themes. Each piece is rich with symbolism, no matter whether it is a six foot tall “neo-psychedelic” painting based on the artist’s spiritual experiences with psychedelic plants, or a small format depiction of a ship at sea being taken down by a giant squid.
Through the years, Olsen has become best known for his maritime work, and has received a wide fan base among scientists and others who are interested in the plight of the giant squid. The artist conducts copious research to develop pieces that are historically accurate, and even educational. Inspired by 19th-century maritime artwork and a love for giant squid, Olsen’s maritime themes focus on strange and often perilous encounters humans have with the sea and the things that dwell there.
In 2007, Olsen launched a series of work that is referred to as his “neo-psychedelic” series of paintings. The objective of this work was to create a religious iconography around the use of hallucinogenic plants, depicting saints and apostles who glorify and represent the plants and the states of mind derived from them. Seeing a shift away from conventional religion and more toward an ethnobotanical path to spirituality. Olsen intended to communicate that humans are hard-wired with a need to connect to the eternal, and that the use of such plants/chemicals are a different path leading toward higher states of consciousness, which is also possible through religion or meditation. This body of work was destroyed in a fire while on display at the Harold Golen Gallery in Miami during Art Basel December 2007.
Following the blaze that destroyed two years of his work, Skot Olsen returned to paintings of the sea. Perhaps it was a subconscious way of easing the pain of loss, in the way that a dip in the ocean has the power to heal, both spiritually and physically. The work that ensued in 2008 combined the religious iconography from the “neo-psychedelic” series and Olsen’s earlier work depicting maritime themes. The artist ended the year 2008 with a solo show at The Shooting Gallery in San Francisco. From oceanic disasters to the commercial harvest of sea monsters and Poseidon himself, the show was a demonstration of the will to persevere, create and communicate through painting. Olsen’s current body of work explores propaganda, New World Order, and environmental themes.
Check out Skot Olsens website: www.skotolsen.com
Skot’s art pieces will be displayed on the Digital Art Wall prepared by Haven Technical Director Ricardo Agudelo.
Dinner Reservations are available.
Enjoy Culinary Cuisine created by Executive Chef Todd Erickson
Specialty Cocktail Creations by Certified Mixologist Isaac Grillo
Music Provided by George Vidal
Hosted by Sandra Garcia, Leon Morley & Jalen James Acosta
Produced by Rod Pratt presents
Dinner party at Lolitas Brickell every Thursday 2/2/12, 9pm
Lolitas
1000 S. Miami Ave.
http://lolitasdinnerparty.eventbrite.com/
Complimentary champagne and 50% off Tapas for ladies till 12AM. Text 305 300 0827 for info.
You’re Cordially Invited To Join us every Thursdays at 9pm
Our Weekly Event features a Champagne reception & 50% Tapas for the Ladies
The Evening Features a high-energy dance party with our Fabulous DJs
Bottle Specials are available, as well as Birthday and Bachelorette packages.
Once you enlist on “Rick’s VIP list†you will be rewarded with Free Admission
From 9pm Till 12:00am. *Restrictions may apply.
For List & Bottle Service Info please contact: Hmc2575@hmail.com or Text 305 300 0827
Dinner party at Lolitas Brickell every Thursday 1/26/12, 9pm
Lolitas
1000 S Miami Ave. More Info
Complimentary champagne and 50% off Tapas for ladies till 12AM. Text 305 300 0827 for info.
You’re Cordially Invited To Join us every Thursdays at 9pm
Our Weekly Event features a Champagne reception & 50% Tapas for the Ladies
The Evening Features a high-energy dance party with our Fabulous DJs
Bottle Specials are available, as well as Birthday and Bachelorette packages.
Once you enlist on “Rick’s VIP list†you will be rewarded with Free Admission
From 9pm Till 12:00am. *Restrictions may apply.
For List & Bottle Service Info please contact: Hmc2575@hmail.com or Text 305 300 0827
Dinner party at Lolitas Brickell every Thursday 1/19/12, 9pm
Lolitas
1000 South Miami Ave More Info
Complimentary champagne and 50% off Tapas for ladies till 12AM. Text 305 300 0827 for info.
You’re Cordially Invited To Join us every Thursdays at 9pm
Our Weekly Event features a Champagne reception & 50% Tapas for the Ladies
The Evening Features a high-energy dance party with our Fabulous DJs
Bottle Specials are available, as well as Birthday and Bachelorette packages.
Once you enlist on “Rick’s VIP list†you will be rewarded with Free Admission
From 9pm Till 12:00am. *Restrictions may apply.
For List & Bottle Service Info please contact:
Hmc2575@hmail.com or Text 305 300 0827
World Taste at Pearl Restaurant and Champagne Lounge Thursday, January 12th 2012, 7:30pm
Pearl Restaurant & Champagne Lounge
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139 pearlmiamibeach.com
Join Pearl Restaurant & Champagne Lounge for World Taste, a special prix fixe menu. Offered nightly, guests will delight in a delicious selection of appetizers, entrees and desserts, all complemented by an international flight of wines. $40 per person, reservations required.
Giralda Under the Stars Kicks-Off First Friday of January through March Friday, January 6, 7pm-12am
Downtown Coral Gables’ Restaurant Row More Info
Everything tastes better with a side of entertainment and a dash of fresh air. Downtown Coral Gables’ Restaurant Row (located on the 100 block of Giralda Ave. between Ponce de Leon Blvd. and Galiano Street) will be bustling with al fresco dining and live entertainment from 7pm to midnight as part of Giralda Under the Stars.
As restaurant goers take to the streets and people-watching becomes an art form, the 100 block of Giralda will be closed to vehicular traffic allowing Downtown Coral Gables visitors to stroll down Restaurant Row.
Thirteen Downtown Coral Gables restaurants and bars will fill the street with tables and chairs and serve patrons under the stars accompanied by sumptuous live music, art, and cool weather.
From the local dinner crowd looking to walk to their favorite neighborhood restaurant to the traveling gourmand seeking a new scene, Restaurant Row in Downtown Coral Gables has something for every palate. Locals and foodies alike can enjoy Vietnamese, Spanish, Italian and Mexican cuisines among other ethnic and eclectic culinary options. Participating restaurants and bars include: Bangkok Bangkok II, Castelluccio Ristorante, Cebu Lounge, Costazul Peruvian Cuisine, Il Corso Trattoria, La Dorada, Las Vegas Restaurant, Miss Saigon Bistro, The Bar, Talavera, Spizzigo, Spris Restaurant, The Local.
For more information and a directory, visit www.shopcoralgables.com, become a fan www.facebook.com/ShopCoralGables or follow us on Twitter @ShopCoralGables.
NYE Dinner at Vesper at Shelborne Shelborne South Beach
1801 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach Florida 33139
$350/person*
Four Course Dinner (menu below)
One Bottle of Perrier Jouet Grand Brut
One ticket to the Performance (Lauryn Hill performing poolside after the ball drops)
Shelborne
Live Performance With Lauryn Hill And Live Dj (see Attached)
General Admission
4 Hour Premium Open Bar (9 Pm – 1 Am)
Live Nye 2012 Countdown
$200*
Standing Vip
4 Hour Premium Open Bar 9pm-1am
Midnight Champagne Toast
Live Nye 2012 Countdown
Access To The Private Terrace W/ Super Premium Open Bar Above The Pool Deck
$300
Poolside Day Bed For 6
4 Hour Premium Open Bar 9pm-1am
Live Nye 2012 Countdown
Reserved Day Bed
Groups Of 6 Receive 2 Bottles Of Vodka + 2 Bottles Of Champagne
Includes Admission For 6
$2,500*
Poolside Day Bed For 8
4 Hour Premium Open Bar 9pm-1am
Live Nye 2012 Countdown
Reserved Day Bed In The Outdoor Lounge
Groups Of 8 Receive 2 Bottles Of Vodka + 3 Bottles Of Champagne
Includes Admission For 8
$3,300*
Poolside Day Bed For 10
4 Hour Premium Open Bar 9pm-1am
Live Nye 2012 Countdown
Reserved Day Bed In The Outdoor Lounge
Groups Of 10 Receive 3 Bottles Of Vodka + 3 Bottles Of Champagne
Includes Admission For 10
$3,500*
Poolside Day Bed For 10-12
4 Hour Premium Open Bar 9pm-1am
Live Nye 2012 Countdown
Reserved Cabana Poolside
Groups Of 10-12 Receive 3 Bottles Of Vodka + 4 Bottles Of Champagne
Includes Admission For 12
$4,000*
Shelborne Cabana
4 Hour Premium Open Bar 9pm-1am
Live Nye 2012 Countdown
Reserved Cabana
Groups Of 10-12 Receive 5 Bottles Of Vodka+ 6 Bottles Of Champagne
Includes Admission For 12
$5,000*
*not Inclusive Of Tax And/Or Gratuity
Living The Dream @ Highbar At Dream Hotel
General Admission
5 Hours Of Open Bar (8pm-1am)
Midnight Champagne Toast
Passed Appetizers (9pm-11pm)
Nye Party Favors
$125*
Vip Access
5 Hours Of Premium Open Bar (8pm-1am)
Midnight Champagne Toast
Passed Appetizers (9pm-11pm)
Nye Party Favors
Access To The Exclusive Moroccan Room And Special Buffet
$150*
Ultra Vip Table (does Not Include Admission)
5 Hours Of Open Bar
Champagne Toast At Midnight
Passed Appetizers Prepared By Tudor House
Nye Party Favors
2 Bottles Of Premium Vodka And 2 Bottles Of Champagne
Reserved Table Seating On The Highbar Rooftop
Everyone In The Group Must Purchase A General Admission Ticket
There Will Be A Mandatory Per Bottle Service Charge That Will Be Assessed When You Redeem Your Bottle Tickets At The Venue
$750*
Platinum Vip Cabana
5 Hours Of Open Bar
Champagne Toast At Midnight
Passed Appetizers Prepared By Tudor House
Nye Party Favors
4 Bottles Of Premium Vodka And 4 Bottles Of Champagne
Reserved Cabana On The Highbar Rooftop
Everyone In The Group Must Purchase A General Admission Ticket
There Will Be A Mandatory Per Bottle Service Charge That Will Be Assessed When You Redeem Your Bottle Tickets At The Venue
$1,500*
*not Inclusive Of Tax And/Or Gratuity
Philippe by Philippe Chow (three options)
36 Ocean Dr
Miami Beach, FL
A La Carte
Available until 8:30 p.m.
Pre-Fixe Menu
Three-course dinner
Bottle of champagne per couple
Party Favors
Live DJ
8:30 pm – close
$125 pp*
Celebration Seating
One bottle of Cristal Champagne per couple
Live DJ
Party Favors
$200 pp*
*not inclusive of tax and/or gratuity
New Years Pre-Fix Menu
$125.00 Per Person
Plus 9% Tax And 20% Gratuity
Bottle Of Champagne
One Bottle Of Champagne
Per Every Two People
Appetizers
Chicken Or Beef Lettuce Wraps With Plum Sauce
Sampler Of Steam Dumplings
Chicken Or Beef Satay
Lobster Rolls With Crispy Seaweed
Glazed Spared Ribs
Mxed Greens In An Asian Vinaigrette
Main Course
Green Prawns
Chilean Sea Bass
Main Live Lobster With Ginger And Garlic Sauce
Beijing Chicken
House Ma Mignon
7 Lbs Peking Duck For An Additional $48
“Best Peking Duck In The Cityâ€
N.Y. Observer
“Best Of Nyâ€
N.Y. Magazine, Adam Platt,
Served With
Mixed Vegetables
Pork/Shrimp Fried Rice
Or
White & Brown Rice
Bar Seating
Premium Open Bar 10pm Until 1am Or Bottle Of Veuve Clicquot (PER Couple)
Special Chef Tasting Plate Of Pomegranate Bbq Lamb Spare Ribs, Crispy Corn Ravioli, Smoked Salmon Croquettes, Lobster, Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich
Party Favors And Dj
$75 pp*
*not inclusive of tax and/or gratuity
Late Brunch at Symcha’s New Year’s Day
January 1, 2012 beginning at 6 PM Symcha’s
22 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL
For all those who hide from the sun and sleep their hangovers away on New Year’s Day, Symcha’s does not want you to miss brunch SO Symcha’s is adding everyone’s favorite brunch specials and some hair of the dog cocktails to their already incredible dinner menu to create “Symcha’s New Year’s Day Late Brunch†beginning at 6 PM on New Year’s Day, January 1st, 2012.
Cocktail Specials:
“Symcha’s Bloody Best†– Symcha’s take on the classic bloody Mary
“The Tropical Refresher†– A fresh squeezed OJ mimosa
“The Reviver†– pomegranate juice, white rum and fresh grapefruit juice shaken with ice and served straight up, freezing cold
Villa Mayfair New Years Eve Ultra Chic Dinner + Soiree December 31, 9pm-12am
Villa Mayfair Restaurant + Lounge
2901 Florida Avenue
Coconut Grove, FL.
www.villa-mayfair.com
www.facebook.com/villamayfair.
Villa Mayfair has two exquisite options for the evening of the 31st beginning with cuisine prepared by their world famous chef and continuing into the wee hours with bottle service, champagne toasts and dancing to Villa Mayfair’s DJ, Stephanie M. Please let me know if you have any questions or need any additional information.
“Villa Mayfair is a restaurant and lounge that should excel in three cornerstones of the industry: food, service and design. Villa Mayfair is a hospitality destination that shall make its patrons feel like they are in the finest European home, feeling welcomed and pampered in all our senses: “sight” through its design, “taste” and “smell†through its culinary exhilaration, “touch” through immaculate service and “sound” through its companionship of a in house DJ providing a subtle yet energetic sexy beats throughout the dining and lounging experienceâ€, says Timo Kipp, owner of Villa Mayfair.
Villa Mayfair has breathed new life into Miami’s adored Coconut Grove by creating a stylish dining experience rich with sophistication, a striking aesthetic and fantastic, first class fare.
New Year’s Eve Party At Maitardi Saturday December 31, 8:00pm – 6:00am
Maitardi
163 NE 39th Street
Miami, FL 33137
You’re invited to say goodbye to 2011 and welcome 2012 at Maitardi.
$65 Prix Fixe, includes welcoming drink, live open air charcoal grilling of meats and vegetables and a majestic NYE buffet. Entitled to use of table all night. Event begins at 8:00pm.
CLUB starts at 11:30pm.
No cover charge after 12:00am
For more info please contact us at: 305.572.1400
New Years Eve Black and White Gala Party at Trio on The Bay December 31, 6pm and 8pm seatings
1601 79th Street Causeway
Miami Beach, FL
New Years Eve Dinner Menu’s Trio on The Bay
Executive Chef Brandon Whitestone
( formerly of Chef Allen’s)
2 seating’s( scroll down for menu’s)
6pm 3 course dinner $50 pp
8pm 5 course dinner $75 pp
Party the night away after dinner til 5am with DJ NYX spinning the best in Disco and Top 40.
No Cover Before 11.30pm
Suggested Attire: Black and White (optional)
Reservations 305 866 1234 or gerry@trioonthebay.com
Saturday, December 31, 2011 JohnMartin’s
253 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables
For more information, call (305) 445-3777, or go to www.johnmartins.com.
Welcome in the New Year at JohnMartin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant and enjoy live entertainment by Mojo Scoundrels at 9:30 p.m., bagpipers at midnight, party favors and much more with no cover charge. Toast the night away with signature drinks and cocktails or arrive earlier and savor JohnMartin’s special New Year’s Eve dinner menu.
Chow Down Grill & Lounge’s Anti Prix Fixe New Year’s Eve! 12/31/11, 7pm – 5am
Chow Down Grill & Lounge
9th and Alton chowdowngrill.com
While everyone in Miami is jumping on the New Year’s “up charge†wagon, Chow Down Grill & Lounge (CDG&L), located on 9th and Alton, is keeping it real, hosting the first-ever Anti Prix Fixe New Year’s Eve Bash, and you’re invited!
Money doesn’t grow on trees, so here’s what CDG&L plans to do; it is opening its doors to anyone that wants to enjoy the evening and celebrate the holiday with great food and great music.
Rather than have spiked prices, we’re hosting an evening with great drinks, delicious food, and entertainment. What more could you want?
Bring your friends to Chow Down Grill & Lounge – for an unforgettable and affordable – night!
The One Group Presents Ice New Year’s Eve Dinner Party At STK Miami Saturday, Dec. 31, 2011
6 to 7:30 p.m. – 1st Seating
9 to 10:30 p.m. – 2nd Seating
STK Miami
Gansevoort Miami Beach
2377 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139 More Info
305.604.6988
The One Group’s STK Miami and newly appointed Executive Chef Aaron Taylor will ring in 2012 with “Ice,†a Winter Wonderland-themed dinner party featuring falling snow and sounds by DJs Obscene and Artime.
The early seating is priced at $125 per person and includes a four-course menu and champagne toast. The late seating, priced at $250 per person, includes a five course menu, party favors and champagne toast, followed by dancing. An open bar package is available from 9 p.m. to midnight for $75. All prices exclude tax and gratuity.
Reservations are required for dinner. Private rooms are also available. Please call 305.604.6988 for more information.
Crazy Angels New Year’s Eve Party at Bâoli-Vita December 31, 2011, 7:00pm
Bâoli-Vita
1906 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139 More Info
The most lavish start to 2012 will be at our “Crazy Angels” white party on New Year’s Eve! We’re bringing our signature party from Cannes to the shore of Miami Beach.
Snow will be falling as DJ Ange spins on our elevated DJ booth surrounded by gorgeous dancing angels dressed in white.
Join us for dinner before the party gets started.
Our five-course tasting menu for dinner will feature:
Chef Ivo’s a la carte specials include trippa spezzatino – tripe stew and mixed seafood salad for appetizers. Main-course selections include lamb shank with asparagus pure; lobster risotto; and cotechino with lentils – a traditional Italian sausage dish served on New Year’s Eve. For dessert, enjoy the delicious panetone ubriacone – drunken panetone.
New Years 2012 at Sawa Restaurant & Lounge Sawa Restaurant & Lounge
360 San Lorenzo Ave.
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
305.447.6555
New Years is upon us, and if you remember last year, we had amazing entertainment and dining, so great it was even featured on Telemundo’s “Acceso Total”. Well, this year we’re doing it EVEN BIGGER!
The professional performers of Circ-X are presenting a Night of Burlesque, with six performers, costume changes, interactive shows, a cabaret singer, and more! Plus resident Belly Dancer Vanneza is performing her show-stopping Bellydance routine, complete with ribbons, swords, and even fire. And if that isn’t enough, official Miami Dolphins DJ Eddie Alexander will be spinning into the New Year with dancing indoors after midnight. All this, while you dine with friends and loved ones, devouring a delectable special menu created exclusively for New Years by Executive Chef Jouvens Jean.
We would love to have you with us to bring in the New Year. Remember, make reservations early (credit card required to hold reservations). The show starts at 9:30 and dinner is served promptly at 10pm. Pricing is $150 per person (plus tax and tip) and includes a champagne toast at midnight. Kids under 12 dine at half price, $75 and will be served a special New Years Menu just for kids. sawa@sawarestaurant.com
Hi-Life Cafe New Year’s Eve Exclusive Extravaganza Saturday December 31st – 8:00pm
Hi-Life Cafe
3000 N Fed. Hwy #12
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33306
(954) 563-1395
hilife@hilifecafe.com www.hilifecafe.com
New Year’s Eve Exclusive Extravaganza
an amazing Six Course Californian Wine Dinner with a DJ and Party Favors. The dining room will be filled with over 500 balloons, join us and dance the night away or just enjoy some great music with your Dinner. Space is extremely limited. Its on a first come – first served basis. Call now to book your table for this limited engagement! See the Fabulous Menu below.
Looking forward to seeing you! Aude, Chef Carlos & Carlo
Six Course New Year’s Eve Dinner featuring Californian Wines
($125 all wines incl., taxes and gratuity excl.)
Hogzilla’s Inspired Barbeque Grand Opening Party on Thursday, December 15, 2011. What an awesome crowd and I heard the food was amazing, I got there a little to late for the food but the crowd was still there in force. Good Luck and can’t wait to go back and try the food (barbeque is one of my very favorite food).
Newport Beachside Hotel and Resort and Kitchen 305 with Zumba and E Hollywood Production Presents New Years Eve Extravaganza Saturday, December 31, 2011 at 10:00 PM
Kitchen 305 [ Newport Beachside Hotel ]
16701 Collins Ave
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33063 Purchase Tickets
It’s Time to Say Goodbye to 2011 and Welcome In Year 2012
It’s Gonna Be A Great New Years Eve At Kitchen 305 New Year’s Eve Extravaganza !
Come Celebrate The New Year With Us As We Count Down 2011 And Celebrate The Beginning Of 2012!
Packages for New Years include the Newport Packages and Zumba Packages
Newport Packages:
· $25.00 Basic Package starting at 10pm (Includes entrance, party favors and champagne toast at midnight)
· $40.00 Open Bar Package (Includes entrance, open bar from 8-10pm,hors d’ oeuvres, party favors and champagne toast at midnight)
· $55.00 Dinner Package (Includes Entrance, 4 course dinner, party favors, champagne toast at midnight)
· $80.00 Premium Package (Includes Entrance, open bar form 8-10pm, 4 course dinner, party favors, champagne toast at midnight)
*$95.00 Value if purchased separately-A savings of $15.00
· $350.00 VIP -6 People Maxim (Includes Entrance , One Bottle of Korbel Champagne and One bottle of Grey Goose , party favors, champagne toast at midnight)
Zumba Packages
· $50.00 Package: For Zumba Master Class at 1pm Dec. 31 (includes complimentary Entrance to NYE party including open bar 8-10pm, party favors, and champagne toast at midnight)
*$90.00 Value if purchased separately – A savings of $40.00 for Zumba Participants
· $85.00 Package: For Zumba Master Class at 1pm Dec. 31 (includes Entrance to NYE party including open bar from 8-10pm, 4 course dinner, party favors and champagne toast at midnight)
*$145.00 Value if purchased separately – A savings of $60.00 for Zumba Participants
Entertainment:
·DJ line up:
Celebrity DJ from Los Angeles-DJ Mike Fusion Aka Mike Palmieri( Headliner)
along with local South Florida DJ’s: Dj RZ Spins and DJ Uzo aka The Black Russian
· A Zumba production dance
· Zhantra Dancers Extravaganza
· Live band and much more (TBA)
2012 New Year Eve Dinner Menu
First Course
Maryland Crab BisqueWith Chive and Double Cream
Second Course
Garden Green Bouquet Salad with English Cucumber, Poach Pear,Candied Walnut Goat Cheese Medallion, Raspberries Champagne Vinaigrette
Corona Familiar Launch Fiesta 12/19/11, 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Lime Downtown Miami
7 W Flagler Street
Miami, FL 33130 limefreshmexicangrill.com
There’s only one thing better
than beer and burritos:
Free beer & burritos.
The #1 Beer in Mexico, Corona Familiar is meant to be shared with familia, amigos or whoever else enjoys an authentic cold beer and a burrito.
So to celebrate its launch at Lime, we’re throwing a heck-of-a-fiesta! Free food, Free drinks, DJ and Debauchery. Plus, the first 20 guests will receive a limited edition Corona Familiar poster!
Free burritos. Free drinks. Free guac. Did we mention free drinks?
Dig Some Dim Sum December 18th, 2011, 10:00PM-2:00AM
Chow Down Grill
920 Alton Rd
Miami Beach FL 33139 Website
Sit back and relax while you enjoy a classically chic mix of burlesque and enticing cuisine. The gorgeous girls of Shameless Burlesque will truly “wow†the audience with their jaw-dropping show – candy girls, dancers, side show acts, juggling, magic, and so much more, await the audience at Chow Down Grill and Lounge on December 18th 2011, from 10PM-2AM. With absolutely no cover for entry, deliciously crafted unique dim sum, and drink specials, there is no better place to be this Sunday! The kitchen is open and the drinks will be flowing until 5AM!
New Year’s Forever Saturday, December 31, 7:00pm-???
The Bath Club
5937 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL www.newyearsforever.com
Ticket Sales:
Now until 12/18: GA – $145, Dinner – $215
After 12/19: GA – $170, Dinner – $240
After 12/26: GA – $195, Dinner – $265 Save $20 with code: soulofmiami ! www.newyearsforever.com
Event Highlights:
• Premium Open Bar All Night
• Live Musical Performance
• DJs
• Vegas Showgirls
• Live Countdown
• Private Beach Access
• Party Favors
• Valet
Throughout the years, The Bath Club has been the heart of Miami Beach’s social scene. The club has hosted countless dignitaries, celebrities, and several presidents. Today the club has been restored to its grandeur with careful attention to the historic architecture coupled with modern amenities. The Bath Club has all the services of a five-star hotel with the privacy of a single-family home. There’s nothing like it anywhere else. www.thebathclub.com
Dinner Package
Includes:
• Sit-Down Dinner with All Night Reserved Seating
• Premium Open Bar All Night
• Midnight Champagne Toast
• Party Favors
Bottle Packages
Includes: Premium Open Bar All Night, Midnight Champagne Toast, Private Beach Access & Party Favors *excludes tax & tip
New Year’s Eve at Tuyo December 31, 2011
At the rooftop of Miami Cullinary Institute
Miami Dade College
415 N.E. Second Ave.
Downtown Miami, FL 33132 www.tuyomiami.com
Ring in the New Year in style at Tuyo, the crown-jewel restaurant at Miami Dade College’s new Miami Culinary Institute.
Renowned Chef Norman Van Aken has prepared a three-course menu featuring tantalizing selections of his signature New World cuisine.
Two seatings are available, each featuring a Champagne toast:
6 p.m. (three courses) – $105
9 p.m. (five courses) – $195
*Tax and gratuity not included
Enjoy special live entertainment and glimpse the midnight fireworks.
Hogzilla’s Inspired Barbeque Grand Opening Party
Thursday December 15, 7pm – 11pm
1555 Washington Avenue
Miami, Florida 33139 Facebook Twitter www.Hogzillas.com
The party is open to the community. RSVP is encouraged by emailing info@hogzillas.com
Hogzilla’s Inspired Barbeque, the latest and most unique introduction to the South Beach culinary scene, invites the South Florida locals to celebrate its official opening. From the hungry, creative minds of seasoned restaurant operator Ron Garcia (Burger & Beer Joint, Sushi Samba) and local BBQ master Raul Rodriguez, the first Hogzilla’s Inspired Barbeque is a wholly distinctive dining establishment. Embracing the American traditions of the supper club and sports bar, Hogzillaʼs offers a state-of-the-art food menu and bar selection, as well live entertainment, televised games on its numerous 50†TVs set within an imaginative “redneck chic†setting.
Attendees should be prepared to have their taste buds blown away as the evening will provide complimentary food from its renowned, one of a kind menu. The food selection, conceptualized by Garcia and Rodriguez, and executed by Executive Chef Eli Jackson, is traditional in basis, featuring many classic barbeque favorites, but draws from a host of ingredients and techniques to create a style that is both creative and delectable. To top off the evening, guests will enjoy gratis signature cocktails, raffle opportunities, fun interactive photos ops and a live musical performance by Gator Nate and The Gladesmen.
From the hungry, creative minds of seasoned restaurant operator Ron Garcia (Burger & Beer Joint, Sushi Samba) and local BBQ master Raul Rodriguez, Hogzilla’s Inspired Barbeque is a wholly distinctive dining establishment. Embracing the American traditions of the supper club and sports bar, Hogzillaʼs offers a state-of-the-art food menu and bar selection, as well live entertainment and televised games on its numerous 50†TVs within an imaginative “redneck chic†setting. The food selection, conceptualized by Garcia and Rodriguez, and executed by Executive Chef Eli Jackson, is traditional in basis, featuring many classic barbeque favorites, but draws from a host of ingredients and techniques to create a style that is both creative and delectable. Drawing from swamp culture legends, the bounty of the Everglades and South Florida ecosystems, and the cultural diversity that the region is founded upon, Hogzilla’s has created a destination that is a wholly unique and eclectic tribute to Florida.
Miracle on 34th Street.. 12/24/2011, 6 pm
ROUGE
908 71 Street
Miami Beach fl.33141 Facebook Evite
Come Join EuroCircle and Rouge For a Classic Dinner and a Movie Christmas Celebration at Rouge’s CineBistro.
Seating will be limited and Reservation is recommended.
Please call 305-865-5955 or Email Request at info@clubrougemiami.com
Featured film:
“Miracle on 34th Street”
a 1947 Christmas film written by George Seaton from a story by Valentine Davies, directed by George Seaton and starring Maureen O’Hara, John Payne, Natalie Wood and Edmund Gwenn. It is the story of what takes place in New York City following Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, as people are left wondering whether or not a department store Santa might be the real thing. Because of its Christmas theme, the film has become a perennial Christmas favorite….
IACCSE 2011 Holiday Dinner
Tuesday December 13, 2011 from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
De Rodriguez de Cuba
101 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139 Register Now!
You are cordially invited to the IACCSE 2011 Holiday Dinner, Tuesday the 13th of December 2011 at 7 pm at De Rodriguez de Cuba at the Hilton Bentley Miami Beach.
Celebrate the Joy of the Season at our Annual Holiday Dinner!
…and don’t forget our traditional Holiday Raffle…
IACCSE Members: $70 | Friends of the Chamber: $85 (all-inclusive)
Payments made at the door will be subject to a surcharge of $10 per person.
RSVP is required, so please click on the link below to let us know if you are coming before Friday December 9th at 5 pm.
Travelers and locals alike ring in the New Year with family and friends at B Ocean Fort Lauderdale. This upscale oceanfront property helps guests welcome 2012 with four fun-filled celebration packages, featuring creative cuisine and holiday cocktails at their full-service and signature restaurants. Book New Year’s experiences, starting at $299 until November 25, 2011, and $349 after the 25th, at www.BOceanFortLauderdale.com or call 954.564.1000.
Saia
Chef Subin’s 5-course “New Year’s Eve Masterpiece†featuring filet and lobster duo
7pm seating – $59+ tax and gratuity
9pm seating – $69 + tax and gratuity
B’stro On The Beach
Executive Chef William Lopez-Guerrero creates an elaborate New Year’s Eve buffet, including carving stations and a dessert display
7pm and 9pm seating – $49+ tax and gratuity
Stay & Party At B Ocean Fort Lauderdale
All hotel and dinner guests receive complimentary access to the following:
Access to VIP Pool party with varied styles of entertainment throughout the property
Complimentary champagne toast at midnight
Live feed from New York’s Times Square ball drop
Party favors and much more!
$15 Advance |$20 Door
Overnight New Year’s Eve Package
Overnight stay for two, in one of B Ocean Fort Lauderdale’s captivating guestrooms Dinner for two at B’Stro on the Beach™
(Available at SAIA for an additional charge of $10 for 7pm seating or $20 for 9pm seating) Access to VIP Pool party Complimentary champagne toast, party favors and much more!
Limited time offer of $299 per night ends on November 25.
Promo Code: NYE
B Ocean Fort Lauderdale features 240 guestrooms, each one boasting breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. All rooms feature The Blissful Bed™ by B Hotels & Resorts®, white leather-front designer furnishings, a 37†or 42†HD LCD television and more. The hotel features SAIA™, a signature sushi teppanyaki restaurant that creates a harmonious experience of the senses in a ‘modish’ Southeast Asian style, B’stro on the Beach™ offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and wine bar, an infinity edge pool, Quench Pool & Patio Bar, free wireless internet throughout all guestrooms and public areas and complimentary use of iPADs. Headquartered in South Florida, B Hotels & Resorts® brand is a fresh innovative alternative for today’s travelers, of both business and leisure. The brand upgrades today’s run-of-the-mill lifestyle hotel characteristics with unique elements that invite a broad spectrum of dynamic guests, no matter if 30 years old or 70.
The B Signature features are consistent across all B Hotels & Resorts® properties and include the following: B Ambiance™ (a custom sound, lighting and scent program); B Social™ (incorporating communal seating and gathering spaces); B in Touch™ (with complimentary Internet access throughout all public spaces and guestrooms); B Active™ (a fitness center where guests can exercise and re-energize); B Indulged™ (a Spa Suite featuring an invigorating variety of treatments so guests can B Pampered and to customize their own experience.) 999 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
* Dinner is subject to tax and 18% gratuity. Please call 954-564-1000 for all reservations. 48 hour cancellation policy may apply. Credit Card Guarantee required for SAIA reservations.*
*Rooms Reservation Policies- Reservations must be cancelled by 6pm the day prior to arrival to avoid a one night room and tax penalty. Credit Card Guarantee required*
This incredible night of yoga, food and art is open to the public and being sold by Shooger at a special price of $45 per person, including tax and gratuity. The ticket cost includes the yoga session and dinner. If diners would like to purchase additional menu items they will be able to do so a la carte. Advanced purchase is necessary and must be completed no later than December 8, 2011. For more information and to purchase tickets call (888) 606-4738 or puchase tickets online.
Straight From The North Pole, Just In Time For Breakfast…
Santa Is Coming To Town!
Who is Coming?
Santa Claus, Children of all ages, moms & dads, grandparents and friends.
Come to enjoy an unforgettable breakfast morning with your family and friends!. The fun filled morning will include the appearance of Santa Claus and his helpers.
Hot Chocolate, Picture Session with Santa and Entertainment! Christmas cookies, raffles, music, gifts, arts & crafts station, tattoos, face painting, goodie bags and plenty of more holiday fun!
Buy Tickets Now!
Tickets can be purchased by calling 786.260.8492
Seats are limited
Adults Tickets: $30
Child Tickets: $25 (ages 2 to 10 years)
For more info: info@breakfastwithsanta2011.com
10% of the event proceeds will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida.
Breakfast with Santa and story time with O.J. McDuffie Saturday, December 10, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
BRIO Tuscan Grille
The Shops at Pembroke Gardens
14576 SW 5th Street
Pembroke Pines, FL 33082
Phone: (954) 431-1341
COST: $10.95 per adult; $5.95 per child
HOW: RSVPs are required. Call BRIO at The Shops at Pembroke Gardens at (954) 431-1341 to reserve for this special Santa event!
Santa is paying a special visit to BRIO Tuscan Grille at The Shops at Pembroke Gardens to hear Christmas wishes and spread holiday cheer. Guests will not only enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet and visit with Santa, but also story time with former Miami Dolphins player O.J. McDuffie, a coloring contest, a goodie bag for each child, and more. Attendees who bring a new unwrapped toy to donate will have the chance to win an iPod touch or many other great prizes. Toys and gift cards are needed for children ages 6-15, with the greatest need for boys ages 10-15.
BRIO’s breakfast buffet will be plentiful with delicious fresh fruit, eggs, bacon,French toast, juice and coffee for all of the girls and boys, adults, and of course, Santa and his helpers. RSVPs are required.
Donated toys will go to children at The Russell Reading Room, a program of The Russell Life Skills and Reading Foundation, Inc., founded by former Miami Dolphins player Twan Russell. The Foundation is committed to fighting illiteracy among high-risk youth. Ninety-eight percent of the program’s students live in the economically disadvantaged communities of Broward County, Fla. For more information, visit www.russellreadingroom.com.
Proceeds from the event will benefit both The Russell Life Skills and Reading Foundation, Inc. and the Catch 81 Reading Room, a program of the O.J. McDuffie Catch 81 Foundation. The O.J. McDuffie Catch 81 Foundation is a public fundraising organization, co-founded and chaired by former Miami Dolphins player O.J. McDuffie, with the objective to raise money for children’s charitable causes throughout the South Florida community. For more information, visit www.catch81foundation.org.
Following BRIO’s Santa Breakfast, all attendees are invited to attend the complimentary 12-2 p.m. Holiday Extravaganza at Fountain Plaza, located adjacent to The Shops at Pembroke Gardens. Guests will enjoy a meet and greet with Santa who will begiving out candy canes, a tin soldier stilt walker, and holiday music performed by the Silver Trail Middle School wind ensemble and jazz bands.
We went to Capital Grille on Brickell for dinner, which was my first time at a Capital Grille. The food was amazing, we started off with the Prosciutto wrapped mozzarella with vine ripe tomato with a balsamic glaze.  For the main course I got the lamb Chops and they were cooked to perfection and tasted amazing. James ordered the Porcini rubbed with 12 year aged balsamic which I have to say was one of the best steaks I have ever had.  To go with the main course we ordered the creamed corn and with smoked bacon and the fresh mozzarella , tomato & basil salad with 12 year aged balsamic. For dessert we had the cheesecake with fresh seasoned berries and the key lime pie both were so good.  The whole meal was amazing, everything was cooked perfectly, displayed beautifully and served from an awesome staff.
Some of their signature items are Pan Fried Calamari with Hot Cherry Peppers, Bone-In Kona Crested Sirloin with Caramelized Shallot Butter and Flourless Chocolate Espresso Cake.
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