BACCF 2016 – Excellence Award 35th Anniversary Special 6/2/16

BACCF 2016 – Excellence Award 35th Anniversary Special
Thursday, 06/02/2016 – 07:30 pm – 11:30 pm
0509_BACCF_Flyer_Excellence-Award_gallery-SMALLThe Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami
3300 SW Twenty-Seventh Ave,
Miami, Florida 33133
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Cost: Individual Guest Fees – Members: $225.00; Future Members: $270.00

BACCF Excellence Award – 35th Anniversary Special
HONORING
Mr. Gary Spulak
President
Embraer Holding, Inc.

The BACCF Excellence Award was created in 1997 to recognize and reward visionary, innovative and accomplished leaders in many different fields, such as business, science, sports and arts. Every year the BACCF is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of top leaders and their invaluable contributions to the development of corporate relations between Brazil and the United States.

Interested in sponsoring this event? Contact our offices at info@brazilchamber.org or 305.579.9030.

ARTundressed 2016 Creative Nude Art Festival 5/19/16 – 5/21/16

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ARTundressed 2016 Creative Nude Art Festival
Thursday, 05/19/2016 – 05/21/2016 06:00 pm – 12:00 am
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9801 NW 7th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33150
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Cost: Check website

South Florida’s Sexiest Art Exhibition returns in 2016

Explore the fiery sensuality of the human form at ARTundressed – A Creative Nude Art Festival. Featuring works from emerging and established artists from around the world, the festival is part entertainment and part exhibition: a carefully curated showcase of truly creative, truly original, and truly erotic artwork, and a multi-day extravaganza with live music, performances, interactive workshops and activities; celebrating the human body and spirit in its most innate state. ARTundressed enables art collectors, enthusiasts, as well as the general public to discover artistic talent in both visual and performance aspects of the nude art genre.

This year, ARTundressed 2016 will take place at two locations:

This year, ARTundressed 2016 will take place at two locations:

• Thur. May 19th, 8pm – Midnight — The Opening Reception at R HOUSE (2727 NW 2nd Avenue, Wynwood, FL), welcomes participating artists, performers, contributors, staff and the public to mingle and enjoy a great night of reprised nude art, plus entertainment by some of South Florida’s finest burlesque dancers and sketch artists.

• Fri. May 20, 6pm – Midnight & Sat. May 21, 4pm – 10pm –– The Main Event is at EMINENT DOMAIN – (9801 NW 7th Ave., N. Miami, FL). Expect to experience something different each day with multiple themes covering Burlesque and Circus acts, and Fetish Performances. Get ready to join in the interactive activities and various workshops that are designed to engage the attending guests and convert them from observers to participants.

Event Highlights:
• Art Exhibition showcasing over 200 exceptional curated art pieces
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• An impressive collection of creative erogenous artworks hardly seen
• More than 60 participating artists are planning to attend the Exhibition
• Participation and art installations by local and international artists, performers
• Live shows and performances; Live music, deejays; Chic Provocative Fashion
• Fetish Fashion Show by Von Guttenberg Magazine
• Theatrical and Choreographed performances by CircX
• Cine Noir – Showing a collection of Erogenous Short Films, Videos, and Animation
• Live Art Workshops and Interactive Community Art Wall for guests participation
• Art contests for Body Painting; Live Drawing and Photoshoot Sessions
• Catering Services offering appetizing food, beverages, and cocktails
• The Closing Party: “the GOOD, the BAD, and the NAUGHTY” (Saturday night)

We are looking for Volunteers and Performers… If interested, sign up on the website: www.artundressed.com

PLEASE NOTE: All Press/Media personnel must apply for accreditation and acquire proper Press Passes for coverage of the ARTundressed ’16 Creative Nude Art Festival. Info and Registration Forms for ‘Press Pass Request’ can be found in the |PARTICIPATE| menu at the top section of the event site.

For the Love of Brunch: A Pop-Up by Chef Richard Ingraham 5/22/16

For the Love of Brunch: A Pop-Up by Chef Richard Ingraham
Sunday, 05/22/2016 – 11:00 am – 01:30 pm
Brunch-in-the-Garden-PhotoThe Wynwood Yard
56 NW 29th Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: $65

If you don’t know who Chef Richard Ingraham is, well then, you aren’t from Miami and you ain’t no Heat fan either! Chef to our beloved b-ball player Dwyane Wade, Ingraham brings his A-game to The Wynwood Yard.

The Southern-inspired menu includes Cedar River Farms port-braised short ribs with brown butter and Asiago-Carolina Gold Rice grits; a playful twist on deviled eggs with house-made onion jam, curry crab filling with crispy capers and Ingraham’s take on pigs in a blanket–foie-gras-and-fig-sausage wrapped in puff pastry with blueberry-thyme jam and spicy mustard. Heart-warming peach cobbler French toast available as an alternative entrée.

DIRT and Jojo Tea 5 Course Dinner by Chef Nicole Votano 5/11/16

DIRT and Jojo Tea 5 Course Dinner by Chef Nicole Votano
Wednesday, 05/11/2016 – 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2016-05-10-at-11.06.00-AMDIRT
232 5th St.,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
RSVP / Register
Cost: $75 per person

​​DIRT and JoJo Tea invite you to a special 5 course wine-paired dinner by Chef Nicole Votano featuring tea infused farm-to-table recipes highlighting the flavors of single-origin, small batch tea

Brickell Living Hosts Inaugural Brickell Restaurant Week 5/12/16 – 5/19/16

Brickell Living Hosts Inaugural Brickell Restaurant Week
Thursday, 05/12/2016 – 05/19/2016 06:00 pm –
Brickell-Restaurant-Week-Cal.-ListingBrickell World Plaza
600 Brickell Ave,
Miami, FL, Florida 33131
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Brickell and Downtown Miami is having its first Brickell Restaurant Week hosted by Brickell Living! Brickell Living will host its inaugural Brickell Restaurant Week (BRW) and its Kick Off Event at the beautiful 600 Brickell World Plaza in the heart of Brickell, Miami on Thursday, May 12, 2016. The “Kick Off Event” will be supporting their 2016 beneficiary partner, the Irie Foundation. Twenty-five percent (25%) of all net proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to this impactful charity. They seek to improve the lives of South Florida youth through education and extracurricular opportunities that may not otherwise be available to them. There are over 300 plus restaurants thriving in the Downtown and Brickell area of Miami and this event is meant to promote these businesses by celebrating the diverse culinary scene taken place. You don’t want to miss this!

Spring Fling 5/20/16

Spring Fling
Friday, 05/20/2016 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
12321331_10153625540606871_8010461845393257426_nScott Rakow Youth Center
2700 Sheridan Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
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Cost: $10 for parent/child. $5 for each additional child.

Parks & Recreation are putting together a Spring Fling parent/child Dance on Friday, May 20.

Enjoy a spectacular night of dancing, hors d’oeuvres, pictures and memories for a lifetime. Purchase tickets at your neighborhood facility by April 29. To view facilities, click here: http://web.miamibeachfl.gov/parksandrecreation/scroll.aspx?id=50658

Formal attire required.
$10/parent & child ($5 each additional child)
Each child must be accompanied by their parent/guardian.
Tickets go on sale April 1.

Brunch In The Garden With Mortar & Pistil, Smart Bites Café & Bouza Brownies: Mother’s Day Edition 5/8/16

Brunch In The Garden With Mortar & Pistil, Smart Bites Café & Bouza Brownies: Mother’s Day Edition
Sunday, 05/08/2016 – 11:00 am – 01:00 pm
The Wynwood Yard
56 NW 29th Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: $30/person

Moms. They’re rock strong, yet marshmallow sweet. Celebrate her duality at Mortar & Pistil’s Brunch in the Garden this Mother’s Day and indulge her sweetness with rosé all day, scents of citrus in the air, daybeds with swings, fresh roasted coffee and a garden-foraged brunch by Smart Bites Café serving healthy twists on traditional family favorites and decadent Bouza Brownies. But don’t forget about feeding her strength. Equip Mom with special-ops-inspired skills that will make her an even better multi-tasker than she already is like lock-picking or responding to emergency situations with top-notch finesse.

Kentucky Derby Garden Party at Wynwood Diner 5/7/16

Kentucky Derby Garden Party at Wynwood Diner
Saturday, 05/07/2016 – 04:00 pm –
Wynwood-Diner_Kentucky-Derby_igWynwood Diner
2601 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: Free

This Saturday, May 7th, from 4pm to sundown, Wynwood Diner will host a Kentucky Derby Garden Party. Guests are invited to come and enjoy Woodford reserve mint juleps, deviled eggs, bourbon-glazed brisket sliders, and more. Along with a backyard screening of the Kentucky Derby, guests will be treated to live entertainment by The French Horn and DJ Self Born. Dress to impress with your bow ties, sear suckers, and derby hats for the best dressed contest!

Wynwood Diner is located at 2601 N.W. 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127. To stay up to date, follow Wynwood Diner on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/WynwoodDiner/ and Instagram @WynwoodDiner.

Tacos, Luchas, & Chelas: The Ultimate Cinco de Mayo at COYO Taco 5/5/16

Tacos, Luchas, & Chelas: The Ultimate Cinco de Mayo at COYO Taco
Thursday, 05/05/2016 – 05/06/2016 04:00 pm – 12:00 am
image1-2COYO Taco
2300 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33127
Eventbrite
Cost: $10 GA and $25 VIP (lounge access)

​​WHO/WHAT: Miami’s favorite Mexican hotspot, COYO Taco, presents the 2nd annual Cinco de Mayo block party: Tacos, Luchas & Chelas. The Wynwood block party will be a fiesta bound to get LOCO, with live mariachi bands, the best DJs, and real Mexican-style luchador matches. Enjoy tacos al pastor, corn on the cob, margaritas, and beer specials, along with nonstop entertainment. After midnight, the party continues in the lounge until 3:00 AM.

Taco Bling by The Hungry Post at NOBE67 5/4/16

Taco Bling by The Hungry Post at NOBE67
Wednesday, 05/04/2016 – 05:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2016-04-28-at-11.34.14-AM1White Dot Gallery
2245 NW 2nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: Free

NOBE67, a fashion + art pop-up concept in Wynwood, invites you to Taco Bling by The Hungry Post on Wednesday May, 4 from 5-8pm.

Enjoy Mexican bites by Coyo Taco and cocktails by Milagro Tequila + AFROHEAD Briland 07

Jazz Day at Wynwood Farmer’s Market 4/30/16

Jazz Day at Wynwood Farmer’s Market
Saturday, 04/30/2016 – 11:00 am – 09:00 pm
13055374_1617303521925017_4558691599912196889_nWynwood Farmer’s Market
2178 NW 2nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: Free

We are “Jazzing it Up” at the Wynwood Farmer’s Market!
Join us this Saturday as we celebrate International Jazz Day with live performances by Miami’s own Saxophone King, Rane Roatta, specialty cocktails, cigar rollers, extended hours (open till 9PM), and more…

Come Discover a world of Deliciousness… And All that Jazz!!!
This Saturday, April 30th 2016 from 11AM -9PM (We are OPEN LATE)

The Afternoon Jazz session will feature: Rane Roatta Trio, Rane Roatta – Sax, Charlie Zuckerman – Bass and Harvel Nakundi – Drums.
The Early Evening Music will feature songs and arrangements by Ivan Malespin -Trombone, Rane Roatta – Sax, Charlie Zuckerman – Bass, Julian Vick – Keys, and Rory Green – Drums.

Commissioner Rebeca Sosa’s Screen on the Green 4/30/16

Commissioner Rebeca Sosa’s Screen on the Green
Saturday, 04/30/2016 – 04/30/2016 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Screen_on_the_Green_Flyer-02A.D. Barnes Park
3401 SW 72nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33155
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Cost: Free

On Saturday, April 30 at 6 p.m. the public is invited to a free movie night at A.D. Barnes Park featuring Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out.” The event is hosted by County Commissioner Rebeca Sosa for the Miami community. Food trucks will be onsite with a variety of delicious options as well. Guests are invited to bring blankets, pillows and the whole family for a night of fun. A.D. Barnes Park is located at 3401 SW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33155. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/1UlJIit.

Extravagant Mother’s Day Brunch At Spasso 5/8/16

Extravagant Mother’s Day Brunch At Spasso
Sunday, 05/08/2016 – 11:30 am – 03:00 pm
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3540 Main Highway,
Miami, Florida 33133
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Cost: $42 for adults; $22 for children 12 & under

Sunday, May 8th | 11:30 A.M. – 3 P.M. | $42 per person, $22 for children under 12
Treat mom to brunch at Spasso Miami, which includes a full-fledged buffet complete with a dry-aged Chicago prime rib at the carving station, house-made pastas such as Italian tortelloni with black truffle sauce, egg-cellent frittatas, and many more options. Did we mention they’ll have unlimited mimosas? Keep it fresh, good and fun on Mother’s Day. Reservations suggested via OpenTable. Moms dining at the restaurant all have a chance to win free cooking classes at Spasso’s new cooking academy. Or buy mom a memorable gift ahead of time: an afternoon or evening behind the line with chef Gaetano Ascione — use MOTHERS code to buy two spots in a class and get the second half-off.

Celebrate Mom with brunch at John Martin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant 5/8/16

Celebrate Mom with brunch at John Martin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant
Sunday, 05/08/2016 – 11:00 am – 03:00 pm
JM-LogoJohn Martin’s Irish Restaurant and Pub
253 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Cost:

Show mom how much you appreciate her this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 8, with a delicious brunch at Miami’s most authentic Irish restaurant. Located in the heart of Coral Gables, JohnMartin’s is honoring all mothers with a classic breakfast cuisine including Scrambled Eggs and scrumptious Irish breakfasts. Mother’s Day Brunch is available from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 8. The brunch buffet menu is $36.00 per adult and $15.50 for kids 12 and under. Reservations are encouraged and can be made by calling (305) 445-3777.

CORSAIR “Brunch from our Kitchen” 5/15/16

CORSAIR “Brunch from our Kitchen”
Sunday, 05/15/2016 – 10:00 am –
Screen-Shot-2016-04-19-at-9.07.47-PMCORSAIR kitchen & bar
19999 W Country Club Dr,
Aventura, Florida 33180
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Cost: $45

The Kitchen Counter

Continental Breakfast
Assorted Fresh Fruit & Berries
Yogurt Parfaits with House Made Granola
Varieties of Fruit Filled Danish, Muffins, Crispy Croissants

Hot
Omelets, Oatmeal, pancakes, waffles, bacon, sausage, breakfast potatoes
Iced Seafood
Iced Shrimp, Oysters, Crab Claws, Smoked Salmon
Caper Remoulade & Cocktail Sauces, Fresh Lemon, Mini Tabasco Bottles

Antipasto
Assorted Meats, Cheese, Roasted and Grilled Vegetables
Olive oil & Balsamic

From Our Pastry Shop
Assorted Cakes, Pies, Tarts, Mini Pastries & Chocolates
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Cooked to Order from Our Kitchen
Benedict

Pasta

Steak + Eggs

Salmon Salad

Croque Monsieur

Flatbread

Bottomless mimosas + bloody marys

Burger Month at Turnberry Isle Miami 5/1/16 – 5/31/16

Burger Month at Turnberry Isle Miami
Sunday, 05/01/2016 – 05/31/2016 06:00 pm –
Screen-Shot-2016-04-21-at-12.42.00-PMTurnberry Isle Miami
19999 W Country Club Dr,
Aventura, Florida 33180
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Cost: $21

Join Turnberry Isle Miami as we celebrate National Burger Month at Bourbon Steak Miami and CORSAIR kitchen & bar! Each Sunday in May, both restaurants will launch a new burger available only during that week.Visit one restaurant, post a photo of your burger on Instagram and receive a 20% off coupon for the opposing restaurant – don’t forget to tag @TurnberryIsleMiami @BourbonSteakMIA @CORSAIRmiami in your photo!

BOURBON Steak Burger Month Menu:
Week 1: “Po boy burger” Old bay Tempura Soft Shell Crab, Tobasco Aioli, Heirloom Tomato

Week 2: “Breakfast Burger” All Beef Burger, Fried Egg, Bacon, Maple Sausage Gravy

Week 3: “Mexican Burger” House made A5 Chorizo, Black Beans, Cilantro Mayo, Queso Fresco

Week 4: “Haute Burger” Foie Gras Aioli, Black Truffle, Red Wine and Balsamic Onions

CORSAIR Burger Month Menu:
Week 1: Wagu Beef Burger, Duck Confit, Foie Gras Butter, Onion Jam, Fried Egg served with Parmesan Truffle Frites

Week 2: Bison Burger, Jalapeno Bacon, Pepper Jack Cheese, Roasted Poblano, Guacamole served with Tortilla Chips & Pico de Gallo

Week 3: Cajun Turkey Burger, Apple Slaw, Brie Cheese, Crispy Onions served with Sweet Potato Fries

Week 4: Double Patty, Smoked Mozzarella, Provolone, Prosciutto, Balsamic Onions, Basil Mayo served with Oregano Spiced Tater Tots

Mother’s Day/ Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Bagatelle Miami Beach 5/8/16

Mother’s Day/ Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Bagatelle Miami Beach
Sunday, 05/08/2016 – 12:00 pm –
Cinco-De-Mayo-FinalBagatelle Miami Beach
220 21st St,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Cost:

Bagatelle Miami is planning to merge festivities of Cinco de Mayo with Mother’s Day. The “Mama de Mayo” brunch experience will include guests and staff dressed in theme with exquisite servings of Bagatelle’s Le Pain Perdu (homemade French toast with fresh berries, Chantilly and Nutella) and the Bagatelle Mega Sundae.

Mothers will be treated to a complimentary specialty cocktail as they party to vibrant sounds by DJ Vincent Daubas. Vivan las madres!

In & Out Lunch at Izzy’s Fish & Oyster 4/20/16 , daily

In & Out Lunch at Izzy’s Fish & Oyster
Sunday, 04/20/2016 – 04/20/2017 12:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2016-04-20-at-10.42.06-PMIzzy’s Fish & Oyster
423 Washington Ave,
Miami, Florida 33139
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Cost:

In & Out Lunch
$25 pp | Available Now
In a shucking rush? No worries, Izzy’s Fish & Oyster now offers a pre-fixe lunch menu
for business execs on the clock, locals on a time crunch or traveler grabbing a quick bite pre-flight

Guests will receive:
Cup of New England Clam Chowder
Choice of Roll | warm lobster roll, cold lobster roll, clam belly roll, blue crab salad roll
Choice of Side | seasoned waffle fries or salad
Choice of Spirit or Sweet | Beer or Whoopie Pie

Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner 5/8/16

Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner
Sunday, 05/08/2016 – 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
MothersDayMamaMiaMama Mia Italian Ristorante
1818 S Young Circle,,
Hollywood, Florida 33020
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Cost:

When Mom deserves the best, you take her to Mama Mia Italian Ristorante. With a brunch and dinner that will have her leaving with a happy heart and full stomach, she’ll have the best Mother’s Day yet. Start her day off right by taking her to brunch at Mama Mia’s for a meal with over 50 food options, bottomless Mimosas and Bloody Mary’s, and endless small plates! If you’re looking for something to put the cherry on top of a wonderful day with Mom, Mama Mia is has a four-course meal waiting just for you. For your first and second course, Bruschetta and Caesar Salad will be served to start off the meal. A cheese-filled Tortollini Ala Vodka is next, and to finish the evening, an option of Surf n Turf or Stuffed Shrimp is offered. Enjoy these exclusive Mother’s Day meals for only $34.95!

The Miami Beach EDITION Presents A Historic Tour 4/27/16

The Miami Beach EDITION Presents A Historic Tour
Wednesday, 04/27/2016 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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2901 Collins Avenue,
MIAMI, Florida 33140
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Cost: $75.00

The Miami Beach EDITION invites you to attend a night that will take you back to a time in the 1950’s when the hotel was the glorious Seville Beach Hotel, a place where Miami residents and visitors flocked. The 1950s hotel still lives on at The Miami Beach EDITION, with rich historical elements that seamlessly blend old and new.
The evening will begin with a cocktail reception at the hotel’s Lobby Bar at 7pm. Shortly after, a 45 minute historical tour will be lead by Director of Culture & Entertainment, Josh Wagner, who will highlight all the unique and vibrant historical facts that live within the property. The tour will conclude at Market, a Jean Georges restaurant where guests will finish the night with a tasty 3-course dinner paired with house wine of their choice.

$75 per person – includes welcome cocktail and glass of house wine per course (excludes tax + gratuity)

Mother’s Day Brunch at Izzy’s Fish & Oyster 5/7/16, 5/8/16

Mother’s Day Brunch at Izzy’s Fish & Oyster
Sunday, 05/07/2016 – 05/08/2016 12:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2016-04-19-at-9.14.28-PMIzzy’s Fish & Oyster
423 Washington Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Cost:

Full A la Carte menu available

Homestead Tomato Salad
Cabernet Vinagrette, Goat Cheese, Shallots, Herbed Crostinis
11

Manie Lobster Pasta
Torchoni, English Peas, Watermelon Radish, Applewood Smoked Bacon
28

Key Lime Pie “Stuffed” French Toast
Graham Cracker, Whipped Cream, Sea Salt
16

Perrier Jouet, NV, Grand Brut
10 per glass

King of the Bagatelle Jungle Brunch Party 4/24/16

King of the Bagatelle Jungle Brunch Party
Sunday, 04/24/2016 – 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Jungle-Brunch-PrintBagatelle Miami Beach
220 21st St,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Cost: free

In honor of the rerelease of the timeless classic, The Jungle Book, bagatelle Miami Beach invites guests to the King of the Bagatelle Jungle brunch event this Sunday, April 24.
The French Bistro transforms into a tropical wilderness filled with flying champagne, a staff outfitted in theme and exotic beats by DJ Vincent Daubas. Don your fiercest costume for a walk on the wild side and watch the animal characters come to life!

Aww Shucks It’s a Shellabration 4/20/16

Aww Shucks It’s a Shellabration
Wednesday, 04/20/2016 – 08/31/2016 12:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2016-04-15-at-10.45.53-AM1Izzy’s Fish & Oyster
423 Washington Ave,
Miami, Florida 33139
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Cost: $35

Every Wednesday enjoy a New England Clam Bake. For just $35 per person. It also includes local Zellwood corn, Rhode Island Stuffies (stuffed quahog) and all meals will end with a cup of Ben & Jerrys ice cream.

Food Entrepreneurs Dish 5/2/16

Food Entrepreneurs Dish
Monday, 05/02/2016 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Wynwood-Yard-DISHThe Wynwood Yard
56 NW 29th Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: $17-$38/person

The Wynwood Yard’s mission to collaborate with and highlight local culinary entrepreneurs who are shaping Miami’s growing food landscape takes center stage on Monday, May 2, from 7 P.M. to 10 P.M. at a dynamic panel discussion event, Food Entrepreneurs Dish!

Evan Benn, Editor in Chief of INDULGE Magazine and former Food Editor of the Miami Herald, moderates two panels with dynamic culinary entrepreneurs and local chefs.

Driving Cultural Change:

Zak Stern / Zak the Baker

Franco Stanzione / Stanzione 87, Ash by Stanzione 87

Richard Hales / Sakaya Kitchen, Blackbrick Chinese, Dim Ssäm à gogo, Bird & Bone

The Art of Culinary Innovation:

Cindy Hutson / Zest Miami, Ortanique on the Mile

Eileen Andrade / FINKA Table and Tap

Isabel Garcia / Cacao Art Chocolates – Miami

Javier Ramirez / Alter, Cake Thai Kitchen, Bachour Baker & Bistro

In addition to vibrant and exciting conversation about Miami’s evolving culinary ecosystems, mingle with other food-savvy and entrepreneurial locals, savor samples of garden-fresh punch offered by Mortar & Pistil, and enjoy free tastes from our city’s freshest new culinary start-ups including Miami Smokers, Pincho Factory, DIRT, Atlas Meat-Free Delicatessen, Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen and many more, along with food for sale by The Wynwood Yard’s resident food concepts. Event partner Yelp Miami will be on-site with special giveaways.

New Restaurant Opening In Miami: Sokai Sushi Bar 4/21/16

New Restaurant Opening In Miami: Sokai Sushi Bar
Thursday, 04/21/2016 – 07:00 pm –
bunsSokai Sushi
10141 West Flagler Street,
miami, Florida 33172
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Cost: N/A

Next Thursday, April 21 2016, Sokai Sushi Bar will be opening their doors to a fine, but casual, “Nikkei” style dining to the flourishing Flagler area near FIU in Sweetwater! Inspired by artisanal culinary traditions from Peru and Japan, Executive Chef Nilton Castillo uses his extensive experiences and training to deliver international flavors to the table. His diverse menu combines Peruvian and Japanese cuisine to create the Nikkei fusion menu that foodies have grown to love through restaurants like Nobu and others worldwide.

Backyard Crawfish Boil at Wynwood Diner 4/17/16

Backyard Crawfish Boil at Wynwood Diner
Sunday, 04/17/2016 – 02:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Wynwood-Diner_Crawfish-Broil_4.11-07Wynwood Diner
2601 Collins Avenue,
MIAMI, Florida 33127
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Cost: 40.00

This Sunday, April 17th, from 2-6pm join Wynwood Diner for a Crawfish Boil in the recently opened backyard oasis. Guests will be treated to unlimited crawfish, savory appetizers, 2 Hurricane cocktails, and music in Wynwood Diner’s backyard garden. Tickets are $40 per person and available via Eventbrite: Crawfish Boil Tickets.

Wynwood Diner is located at 2601 Collins Avenue, Miami, FL 33127. For more information, follow Wynwood Diner on Facebook at FB.com/WynwoodDiner and Instagram @WynwoodDiner.

40th Anniversary of the Judgment of Paris with Grgich Hills Estate 5/19/16

40th Anniversary of the Judgment of Paris with Grgich Hills Estate
Thursday, 05/19/2016 – 06:30 pm –
GHE-LOGO-NVVizcaya Museum and Gardens
3251 S Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33129
RSVP / Register
Cost: $225 per person

The 1976 Judgment of Paris revolutionized the wine world when the 1973 Chardonnay crafted by Miljenko “Mike” Grgich beat the best of France and catapulted the Napa Valley to world-class status.
You’ll enjoy a memorable evening filled with exclusive wines personally selected from Mike’s cellar to match the elegant, multi-course dinner, followed by live music and dancing.

For more information and to reserve your seat, please call Grgich Hills at 707-963-2784.

Aaron Carter at Highline Ballroom 4/9/16

Aaron Carter at Highline Ballroom
Saturday, 04/09/2016 – 04/10/2016 11:00 pm – 04:00 am
Aaron-Carter-HighlineHighLine Ballroom NYC
431 West 16th Street between 9th and 10th Avenues New York, NY, 10011,
New York, New York 10011
Buy Tickets
Cost: $20.00

Le Femme Noir Saturdays
Hosted by
AARON CARTER
celebrating his new single Fool’s Gold!
Music by: Chris Bachman
spinning Top 40, HIp Hop, House, etc

Tickets at $20 Each
For Ticket information, text Eric Virgil at 917-664-2686 or emailinfo@ericvirgil.com

Purchase tickets Here:
http://aaroncarterhighline.eventbrite.com
Bottle Packages:
Bottle Packages are available. Text Eric Virgil at 917-664-2686 or email info@ericvirgil.com

Doors Open at 11pm. Close at 4am.
Age: 21 and over
Image of venue if needed
http://gonyc.net/venues/nyc/highline-ballroom/

This classy music venue—former home to dance clubs Power and Glo—has the fairly dubious distinction of being located next door to a Western Beef supermarket. But indoors, the spartan 700-person-capacity space distinguishes itself with exposed beams, lounge-worthy lighting, and a column-free main floor with great sight lines from both the wide downstairs area and the carpeted balcony. (When seats are added to both levels, the place maxes the lookout.) Bookings are consciously eclectic, but overall reflect the evolved vibe of the neighborhood with bling- and controversy-free hip-hop acts, mellow songstresses, and veteran critical darlings.
Go to www.ericvirgil.com for party information
Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE. All sales are Final.

Quality Meats Whole Steer Weekend 4/14/16

Quality Meats Whole Steer Weekend
Thursday, 04/14/2016 – 04/17/2016 07:30 pm – 12:00 am
qmmb-steerQuality Meats
1500 Collins Ave,
Miami, Florida 33139
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Quality Meats Miami Beach Executive Chef Patrick Rebholz, fresh from receiving the People’s Choice award at the Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival’s marquee event Meatopia is partnering with Chef Norberto “Negro” Piattoni for a three-day whole steer cookout/extravaganza. Rebholz, an expert in whole animal butchery, and Piattoni, a former employee of renowned Argentine Chef Francis Mallmann, will collaborate to create three separate dinners – an asado BBQ, a family-style feast, and a more formal dining experience, all complete with wine and beer pairings. The dinners will take place Thursday, April 14 through Saturday, April 16, 2016. A 900-lb. steer along with side dishes, bread and even desserts, will be cooked in a specially constructed “fire kitchen” on Quality Meats’ expansive terrace.

Brunch in the Garden 4/17/16

Brunch in the Garden
Sunday, 04/17/2016 – 11:00 am – 01:00 pm
Brunch-in-the-Garden-PhotoThe Wynwood Yard
56 NW 29th Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: $30/person

Rosé all day, scents of citrus in the air, daybeds with swings, aromatic roasted coffee –welcome to the freshest foraged brunch in Wynwood. Savor the yogurt parfait bar, vegetable fritattas and avocado toast with garden-picked toppings. Learn fun skills such as lock-picking and pickling as you indulge in a sumptuous farm-to-table brunch. $30 pp

Sunday Fundays 4/10/16

Sunday Fundays
Sunday, 04/10/2016 – 05/29/2016 01:00 pm –
The Wynwood Yard
56 NW 29th Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: Free Cocktails, wine, beer & food available for purchase.

Bring the family to The Wynwood Yard, sip mimosas in the garden, and relax while the kids play lawn games like giant Jenga and tetherball. Kick back in the shade of passionfruit vines, enjoy a relaxing day, great food, music and delicious herb-infused cocktails!

Wynwood Farmer’s Market 4/2/16

Wynwood Farmer’s Market
Saturday, 04/02/2016 – 04/01/2017 11:00 am – 06:00 pm
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NW 2nd Ave & 23rd St MIAMI, FL 33127,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: Free

Come shop and sample delicious food and drinks at this delectable collection of locally grown, artisanal foods, local fruits and vegetables, and hand crafted objects for the kitchen and home. Enjoy the day and see what people are creating and growing. In addition to food there will be live musical along with local artisanal wine and beer.

You will find locally farmed produce, gourmet prepared foods, grass fed meats, hand-crafted pottery and wood bowls, plates and utensils, plants, herbs and a special section with natural food and treats for pets.

Wynwood Farmers Market’s mission is to Protect our local farmers and artisans, Encourage people to shop local and Support local businesses, while providing accessible, fresh foods for our community, food lovers, restaurants and chefs .

The goal is to create a food community where farmers, chefs, artisans, and the public, learn and share together.

For more info, follow Wynwood Farmer’s Market
at https://www.facebook.com/wynwoodfarmersmarketmiami/

and Instagram @wynwoodfarmersmarket

Red the Steakhouse hosts Caymus Wine Dinner 4/7/16

Red the Steakhouse hosts Caymus Wine Dinner
Thursday, 04/07/2016 – 07:00 pm –
980044_1133726676645708_8603993809759944510_oRed, the Steakhouse
119 Washington Ave,
Miami, Florida 33139
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Cost: $249

Come wine and dine at Red, the Steakhouse in South Beach during the Caymus Wine Dinner on Thursday, April 7th at 7pm. Spend the evening enjoying Chef Peter Vauthy’s indulgent five-course menu and expert-selected wine pairings from the famed Caymus Vineyards in Napa Valley. The renown restaurant is known for serving a hybrid of classic cuisine and the freshest seasonal ingredients, so you won’t be let down! Reservations are required and tickets are $249 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Call the restaurant at 305.534.3688 to make reservations. To view the full menu, visit Red’s Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/redthesteakhouse

Sexy Ladies Brunch 4/24/16

Sexy Ladies Brunch
Sunday, 04/24/2016 – 11:30 am – 01:30 pm
LadiesBrunchApril24Gold Coast Railroad Museum
12450 SW 152 Street,
Miami, Florida 33177
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Cost: $15 non-members, $10 museum members if paid before Friday, April 22, 2016 $20 at the door

Meet Nubia Santos, LMHC, CST, MS, M.Ed

Nubia Santos is a Licensed Psychotherapist and board certified sex therapist working independently in private practice. Ms. Santos is passionate about sexology and the complex dynamics of relationships. She is dedicated in treating individuals and couples with a variety of relational and sexual issues, including male and female sexual dysfunctions, infidelity, and loss of sex and intimacy in relationships. Ms. Santos has a Bachelors degree in Psychology from Lynn University, a Masters degree in Psychology from Nova University and a second Masters degree in Education from Lynn University. She is currently a recipient of a Doctorate Degree in General Psychology anticipating completion in 2016. Ms. Santos has over ten years of experience as a therapist and professor of psychology.

$15 non-members, $10 museum members
if paid before Friday, April 22, 2016
$20 at the door

Coffee, tea, and a continental breakfast will be served inside one of our historic cars.

Call 305-253-0063 during museum hours.
Mondays to Fridays 10am to 4pm
Saturdays and Sundays 11am to 4pm

Spaces are limited.

OBBA Sushi celebrates one year Anniversary in Coral Gables 4/9/16

OBBA Sushi celebrates one year Anniversary in Coral Gables
Saturday, 04/09/2016 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
OBBA-Sandwich-PicOBBA Sushi Coral Gables
160 Andalusia Ave,
Miami, Florida 33134
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Cost: $25

OBBA sushi invites Coral Gables Community to an all-inclusive celebration in honor of a year filled with Latin Japanese fusion. Tickets will be purchased on Eventbrite for $25 a person. After the event, stay with us for dinner and an all night entertainment!

Erick Morillo Birthday Fiesta at Space Ibiza NY 3/26/16

Erick Morillo Birthday Fiesta at Space Ibiza NY
Saturday, 03/26/2016 – 03/27/2016 11:00 pm – 04:00 am
eric-morilloSpace Ibiza NY
637 West 50th Street,
New York, New York 10019
Buy Tickets
Cost: $40

Saturday, March 26, 2016
Erick Morillo Birthday Fiesta
at
Space Ibiza NY
637 West 50th Street
between 11th and 12th Avenues
New York, NY 10019

Music By Djs Eric Morillo

Doors Open at 11pm. Close at 4am.
21 and over
Pricing:
Tickets starting at $40 and will go up as event near.
General Admission starts at $40, Dj Area VIP Ticket starts at $100

To purchase tickets Click or Paste Link:
https://nightout.com/events/erick-morillo-birthday-fiesta-at-space-ibiza-ny/tickets?a=eric-sanchez-2
For ticket information, text Eric Virgil at 917-664-2686 or email info@ericvirgil.com

Table Reservations:
For Table Reservations, text Eric Vigil at 917-664-2686
For more information, text Eric Virgil at 917-664-2686 or email info@ericvirgil.com

Erick Morillo:
With his A-list celebrity chums, astronomical bank balance and palatial homes in Miami, Ibiza and soon Los Angeles, few people epitomize the ‘superstar DJ’ like Erick Morillo. The organizers of the IMS music conference in Ibiza certainly thought so, inviting Erick to give a talk entitled ‘Big Dog DJs: Fuck You I’m Famous’ earlier this year.
“People definitely know my name, but I’ve worked hard to get here,” Erick says. “It’s not like I think people should bow before me because I’m some big star.”
Although, with his Subliminal Sessions nights at Pacha having enjoyed their 13th year (making Morillo the White Isle’s longest-serving resident DJ in 2010) Ibiza is already conquered. With a resurgent Subliminal Records churning out floor fillers by the month, two new albums – one solo and one with Jose Nunez and Harry ‘Choo Choo’ Romero as The Dronez – in production and a live show in the works, Morillo is now redoubling his campaign to take America. The next shot in which will be DJing at the opening of the exclusive Marquee club in the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas on New Year’s Eve, appearing alongside Jay-Z and Coldplay.

Spring into Spring: A Wine Dinner at the Federal 3/31/16

Spring into Spring: A Wine Dinner at the Federal
Thursday, 03/31/2016 – 07:00 pm – 09:30 pm
03.31.16-1The Federal
5132 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33137
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Cost: $65 (all-inclusive)

Celebrate the season and join Savor Tonight and fellow food & wine enthusiasts on Thurs., March 31, as we Spring into Spring at The Federal: Food. Drink. Provisions. We have teamed up with the restaurant to host a 4-course dinner that will highlight some of our favorite spring ingredients — and each course will be served with a matching wine pairing.

For this event, we’ll sit down to enjoy a four-course dinner and each course will be paired with a matching boutique wine, hand selected by Ani Meinhold, aka the Bar Wench, at The Federal.

Cost is $65 (all-inclusive), if purchased by the end of the day on March 28, and $70, thereafter, if space is available. Your spot will not be secured until we receive your payment.

Come alone or bring a friend, as all are welcome.

1111 Peruvian Bistro Grand Opening 3/16/16

1111 Peruvian Bistro Grand Opening
Wednesday, 03/16/2016 – 06:00 pm – 09:30 pm
new11111111 Peruvian Bistro
1111 SW 1st Ave
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: Free

Brickell is now welcoming their newest hot spot for fresh, high quality food with chic yet casual ambience. 1111 Peruvian Bistro is bringing Miami a new taste of the best Peruvian cuisine, a place for locals and tourists to be drawn to because of their reasonable prices and exceptional ingredients.

Come enjoy lite bites and signature cocktails with us this Wednesday, March 16th for 1111 Peruvian Bistro’s Grand Opening!

Dolores But You Can Call Me Lolita Launches New Rooftop Brunch 4/30/16

Dolores But You Can Call Me Lolita Launches New Rooftop Brunch
Sunday, 04/03/2016 – 06/05/2016 11:00 am – 04:00 pm
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100 South Miami Ave,
Brickell, Florida 33130
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Saturday and Sundays were meant for relaxing with a glass of bubbly in hand while you chow down on brunch favorites such as Serrano ham croquettes, Chicken & Waffles, Eggs Benedict Royale & Huevos Rotos. Brunch just isn’t brunch without mimosas and for a limited time guests can enjoy $1.99 mimosas with the purchase of an entrée.

Grab your friends and family and head over to Dolores But You Can Call Me Lolita for the perfect way to step into Spring!

Sliderz Sundayz 3/20/16

Sliderz Sundayz
Sunday, 03/20/2016 – 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
SliderzSundaysSliderz Restaurant
1817 NE 123rd St.,
North Miami, Florida 33181
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Check out the ALL DAY specials starting THIS SUNDAY, March 20th, 2016 at Sliderz Restaurant in North Miami. Sliderz Restaurant is excited to announce the new “Sliderz Sundayz” which will include great deals on food as well as drinks. Sliderz Sundayz will feature $1 Rolling Rock Beers & Hot Dog Sliderz for only $1.25!

Other specials include the Dr. Praeger’s Veggie & Black Bean Slider for just $1.38 and the Traditional Slider is only $1.50!

Sliderz Restaurant is located at 1817 NE 123rd St. North Miami, FL 33181
www.sliderz.com

Easter Sunday Brunch and Dinner 3/27/16

Easter Sunday Brunch and Dinner
Sunday, 03/27/2016 – 03/27/2016 11:00 am – 12:00 am
EasterSpecialWebsite-910x1024Mama Mia Italian Ristorante
1818 S Young Circle,
Hollywood, Florida 33020
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Make your reservations now to reserve your spot to indulge in all the delicious foods you gave up for Lent because Mama Mia Italian Ristorante will be serving up everything you need to have the best Easter Sunday Brunch and Dinner. For Brunch, start your Easter Sunday with bottomless Mimosas and Bellinis, and over 50+ food options including a holiday carving station full of delicious and savory meats – all for only $27.95. For your Easter Sunday Dinner, head over to indulge in Mama Mia’s exclusive fixed menu, priced at $24.95, that includes items such as a refreshing Caesar Salad, fresh Calamari, a four cheese San Marzana Ravioli, tender Roasted Lamb Shank and Snapper. Is another dish calling your name? Don’t worry, Mama Mia’s will also be offering their full Italian menu for all guests.

COYA Invites You To The Ultimate Sunday Brunch and Miami Open Kickoff 3/20/16

COYA Invites You To The Ultimate Sunday Brunch and Miami Open Kickoff
Sunday, 03/20/2016 – 12:00 am – 05:00 pm
Moet-Tennis-BrunchCOYA Restaurant Miami
999 Brickell Ave,
Miami, Florida 33131
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On Sunday, March 20th from 12PM – 5PM, COYA and Moet & Chandon will kick off the Miami Open with a fun afternoon of bubbles and bites featuring Moet & Chandon champagne and star players from the Miami Open tennis team. The bottomless brunch will feature a $45 three course menu, and unlimited Moet Imperial Brut for an additional $25. To provide the full experience, Moet ICE and Moet Rose bottle specials are available for $75.

Dress code of course is Miami whites/tennis chic. Enjoy sounds by DJ Kid Moss, fun games, Moet & Chandon prizes and giveaways, as well as the opportunity to win tickets to the Miami Open. We hope to see you there!

RSVP: Miamireservations@coyaresturant.com

Extended Ravioli Day for Brio Tuscan Grille 3/20/16, 3/21/16, 3/22/16, 3/23/16

Extended Ravioli Day for Brio Tuscan Grille
Sunday, 03/20/2016 – 03/23/2016 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
BRIO-Ravioli-Di-Bello-smallBrio Tuscan Grille
8888 SW 136 St.,
Miami, Florida 33176
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Although National Ravioli Day is Sunday, March 20, BRIO Tuscan Grille locations across the nation are celebrating this savory holiday over four days, from Sunday, March 20 through March 23, with 50% off select ravioli dishes (dine-in only). The featured ravioli dishes are; Ravioli Di Bello, Lobster & Shrimp Ravioli and Ravioli Alla Vodka. Tweet it: #Brio RavioliDay

Easter Brunch at Bourbon Steak 3/27/16

Easter Brunch at Bourbon Steak
Sunday, 03/27/2016 – 03/27/2016 10:00 am – 02:30 pm
Screen-Shot-2016-03-11-at-10.21.53-AMBourbon Steak Miami
19999 W Country Club Dr,
Aventura, Florida 33180
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Brunch in style at Bourbon Steak by James Beard award-winning Chef Michael Mina, tucked inside the tropical Five-Star paradise that is Turnberry Isle Miami. Executive chef Gabriel Fenton has put together a sumptuous buffet-style spread of popular indulgent offerings, and in addition to indulging in a variety of offerings, guests will select from a special menu of “à la minute” main dishes from the kitchen. ($65 per person.) Following your meal, make sure to take part in the hotel’s coveted annual Easter Egg hunt.

Easter Brunch at Izzy’s Fish and Oyster 3/27/16

Easter Brunch at Izzy’s Fish and Oyster
Sunday, 03/27/2016 – 10:00 am – 04:00 pm
easter-2016-social-01Izzy’s Fish & Oyster
423 Washington Ave,
Miami, Florida 33139
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Cost:

Shellebrate Easter, Sun. March 27

Enjoy the company of friends and family with us.

Brunch, 11:00AM-4:00PM
Grouper Rueben, House-made Sauerkraut, Thousand Island, Rye Bread
Shrimp & Grits, Pickled Fresno’s, Chorizo, Aged Cheddar
Chicken & Waffle, Vermont Maple Syrup, Honey Butter

Dinner, 5:00PM – 9:00PM
Lobster Pot Pie with Peas & Carrots

Children under 12 eat for free

3rd Annual Eco Couture Recycling Fashion Show 3/31/16

3rd Annual Eco Couture Recycling Fashion Show
Thursday, 03/31/2016 – 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Promo1-copyFlorida International University Paul L. Cejas School of Architecture building
11200 SW 8 Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
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Cost: Free

The Florida International University Department of Architecture’s Eco Couture Recycling Fashion Show will launch its successful event for a third year in a row. The fashion show will feature a variety of outfits that are completely made from recycled materials. The event, which was created with the purpose of promoting sustainability through fashion, strives to educate and inspire the community about good recycling habits and an environmentally-friendly lifestyle. This year’s runway is expected to showcase more than 50 outfits, all of which will be reusable. All proceeds from this event go towards scholarships for students in the FIU Department of Architecture.

The Eco Couture Recycling Fashion Show is hosted by Event Founder, Artistic Director, and FIU Architecture alumna Amira Ajlouni ’14 and Event Partner, Artistic Director, and current Architecture graduate student Jennifer Luis. The 3rd Annual Eco Couture Recycling Fashion Show is sponsored by the FIU Office of University Sustainability (Gold Sponsor), Berenblum Busch Architecture (Gold Sponsor), HKS (Bronze Sponsor), the FIU Department of Architecture, MIA Beer Company, and Dadeland Mall (Simon Malls). For more information, go to www.eco-couture.org.

The MC will be Martin Amado, home designer, lifestyle expert, TV host, and magazine contributor.

Our judges this year are:

  • Candela Ferro, TV Personality and Fashion Savvy; fashion show judge
  • Marián de la Fuente, journalist and Spanish news presenter; fashion show judge
  • Margarita Blanco ’06, Director of ArquitectonicaGEO; fashion show judge
  • Dr. Constance Silver, acclaimed psychoanalyst, social worker, and artist; fashion show judge
  • Rene Ruiz, fashion designer; fashion show judge
  • Ajani P. Stewart, Environmental Programs Manager from the City of Miami, Office of Sustainable Initiatives; fashion show judge
  • Barbara Hulanicki, designer; fashion show judge
  • Jessica Anderson, founder and chief designer of Apparel Design House, LLC; fashion show judge

Donuts! Festival at The Wynwood Yard 3/31/16

Donuts! Festival at The Wynwood Yard
Thursday, 03/31/2016 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Square-Shape-low-resThe Wynwood Yard
56 NW 29th St,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: GA tickets $25 VIP tickets $45

Presented by Vine PR, Donuts! will bring together the best and most buzzed about donut shops for a night celebrating the comeback of America’s favorite sugary confection. Guests will enjoy delicious donut samplings from a variety of bakeries and restaurants as well as have an opportunity to cast their vote for the people’s choice Golden Donut Award.To date, donut participants include Beaker & Gray, Bunnie Cakes, Donut Divas & Fun Foods, Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop, Parlour Vegan Bakery, Pink’s Catering, Rhino Doughnuts & Coffee, YoNutz Gourmet Donuts Ice Cream and many more to come.

Kitchen 305 Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with Specialty Irish Cocktails and Cuisine 3/17/16

Kitchen 305 Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with Specialty Irish Cocktails and Cuisine
Thursday, 03/17/2016 – 05:30 pm – 10:30 pm
stpattysKitchen 305
16701 Collins Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33160
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Guests will have the luck of the Irish when they order from the diverse selection of specialty Irish cocktails, beers and Irish-themed concoctions at Kitchen 305, featuring $6 green beer, $9 Irishpolitans, $5 Irish cream shots, $9 Baby Guinness shots and spiked $9 Irish coffee. The Irish twist on the Cosmopolitan includes Jameson Irish Whiskey, Triple Sec, a splash of cranberry juice and lime. For $17, guests can complement their green colored drinks and Irish cream-infused blends with the traditional Emerald Isle dish of Corned Beef and Cabbage with Irish style potatoes.

For reservations, please call 305-749-2110 or visit http://www.newportbeachsideresort.com/kitchen-305.shtml. To connect with Kitchen 305 visit https://www.facebook.com/kitchen305 or https://twitter.com/kitchen_305.

Giralda Under the Stars Series Finale 4/1/16

Giralda Under the Stars Series Finale
Friday, 04/01/2016 – 04/02/2016 07:00 pm – 12:00 am
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Giralda Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Cost: Free

Presenting sponsor Zacapa Rum, once again, invites patrons to experience the award-winning blend of their ultra-premium rums and witness firsthand its international reputation for taste and quality. To complement the ultimate dining al fresco experience, the final event of the 2015-2016 Giralda Under the Stars series on April 1st will showcase the future of Giralda Avenue! The Downtown Coral Gables Streetscape project will go underway in June to enhance the economic vitality of the downtown district by transforming one of the City’s main streets, Giralda Avenue. It will provide a cohesive pedestrian-friendly experience with garden areas, outdoor dining, improved lighting, way finding, public art and more. The last event on April 1st will excite all guests to look forward to the 2016-2017 Giralda Under the Stars series with a new and improved public promenade, Giralda Plaza.

For this event, attendees can expect a huge celebration, which will include a performance by award winning and local favorite band, the SunGhosts. There will also be an exclusive sneak peak of the future Giralda Plaza with a live photography installation debuting the plans for the street! The Local will be celebrating their 5-year anniversary the same night incorporating a vibrant atmosphere with a tent at the end of the street featuring robata-style cooking. Coral Gables’ favorite, The Bar, also has something to celebrate: a new menu created by consulting Chef Josh Marcus of Josh’s Deli. Guests can also expect a Cool Kids Corner that will host fun, kid-friendly activities and entertainment until 9 p.m.

Bali Ha’i at The Kampong 4/3/16

Bali Ha’i at The Kampong
Sunday, 04/03/2016 – 05:00 pm – 08:00 pm
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4013 S. Douglas Road,
Miami, Florida 33133
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Cost: $150-$350

The 22nd annual Bali Ha’i Party – will take place Sunday, April 3, 2016, from 5 to 8PM. South Florida’s favorite garden party/food & wine fundraiser is held at The Kampong, a tropical botanic oasis in Coconut Grove that offers the perfect setting for the event, which features an afternoon of garden beauty, pungent spices, handcrafted cocktails and fabulous food. A dazzling array of luxurious auction items will be available for bidding.

FoodSpark Miami 3/12/16

FoodSpark Miami
Saturday, 03/12/2016 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
3-12-16-FSM-Hialeah-Flyer-English-219x300Historic Hialeah Market Station
1200 SE 11th Ave,
Hialeah, Florida 33010
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Cost: Free

On Saturday, March 12, 2016 FoodSpark Miami (FSM) will be debuting its second pop-up potluck event in the City of Hialeah at the historic Hialeah Market Station. Hialeah residents of all ages are invited to join us for a fun, interactive gathering where they’ll have an opportunity to bond and collaborate over great food provided by local restaurants, and conversation around social issue topics relevant to their immediate community. Seating for this event is limited, so RSVPs are highly encouraged in order to guarantee we have enough chairs for everyone.

Leprechaun Lap Brickell! 3/12/16

Leprechaun Lap Brickell!
Saturday, 03/12/2016 – 12:00 pm – 02:00 am
BarCrawls-SPD-LeprechaunLap-SpecialsFado’s Irish Pub
900 S Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: 10.00

Get Ready MIAMI! BarCrawls.com presents its highly anticipated THREE DAY St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Kickoff Happy Hour March 11th 5-10PM
Starting out in Brickell stop by Fado’s Irish Pub on March 11th for our Kickoff Happy Hour 5PM-10PM with exclusive food and drink specials to start your St Patrick’s celebration with a bang

Brickell’s Leprechaun Lap Bar Crawl March 12th 12PM-Close
On March 12th the party continues in Brickell as BarCrawls.com presents its annual Leprechaun Lap Bar Crawl, Miami’s premier St. Patrick’s Day bar-hopping event. Forget leprechauns and four-leaf clovers on Saturday, March 12th because your pint of gold can be found at some of Brickell’s premier bars, pubs, taverns and saloons serving up cover-free admission and the city’s best drink specials.

Coconut Grove’s Irish Stroll Bar Crawl
On Thursday March 17th celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Irish style, as we Invite you to bar hop and crawl between a selection of Coconut Grove’s best venues from the top o’ the morning to the end of the rainbow in pursuit of your pint of gold, dressing green and drinking gold never felt quite as lucky as it does with the unveiling of BarCrawls.com’s highly anticipated Irish Stroll Bar Crawl.

Tickets may be purchased as a 3-Day Pass or single event. Groups of 5 or more contact DISCOUNTS@CRAVETICKETS.com for a special discount on tickets.

FoodSpark Miami: #QuePasaHialeah 3/12/16

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Saturday, March 12, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Historic Hialeah Market Station
1200 SE 11th Ave
Hialeah, FL 33010
Free
RSVP Required

FoodSpark Miami will be debuting its second pop-up potluck event in the City of Hialeah at the historic Hialeah Market Station. Hialeah residents of all ages are invited to join us for a fun, interactive gathering where they’ll have an opportunity to bond and collaborate over great food provided by local restaurants, and conversation around social issue topics relevant to their immediate community. Seating for this event is limited, so RSVPs are highly encouraged in order to guarantee we have enough chairs for everyone.

FoodSpark Miami is an initiative of Celebrate Diversity Miami, a large-scale community engagement initiative founded in October 2014 that aims to promote a deepened sense of connectivity between the culturally and ethnically diverse neighborhoods of greater Miami. It’s made possible in part by the K880 Emerging City Champions fellowship, a program of 880 Cities with support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, as well as the 2015 Public Space Challenge, a program of The Miami Foundation with support from Baptist Health South Florida.

Special thanks to our wonderful volunteers, and Hialeah event partners including: City of Hialeah – Municipal Government, JLPR, Engage Miami, Life Is Art, Inc, Art Central Miami, The New Tropic, WhereBy.Us, PARK Project, Night School, Radical Partners, Emerge Miami, alphabet city design + marketing, Social Chats rep. Vice Queen Maria, Yelp Miami, Aja’s Catering Service, Alameda Bakery, BreadMan Miami, Film & Fork, La Fresa Francesa, Willy’s Bakery, Quinoa Corner, and more to come =)

Les Dames D’escoffier Miami Presents Its’ Annual Tropical Brunch at Miami Beach Botanical Garden 3/13/16

Les Dames D’escoffier Miami Presents Its’ Annual Tropical Brunch at Miami Beach Botanical Garden
Sunday, 03/13/2016 – 11:00 am – 03:00 pm
les-dames-brunchMiami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Cost: $65

Les Dames d’Escoffier Miami, presents a lavish brunch at the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens featuring a stellar lineup of South Florida chefs, restaurants and gourmet food shops and caterers. Participants to date include Basil Park, Via Verdi, Apeiro, Le Provençal, Thierry Isambert, Chef Adrianne’s, Chef of Distinction Catering, A Fare to Remember, Cookie Pursonality, Ovations and Sugar Factory, among many others. Restaurant participants will offer delicious brunch menu items; including made to order omelets and fixings, salads, freshly baked breads and muffins, carving stations, juices, fresh brewed coffees, and to wash it all down, a selection of cocktails, wines and craft beers. Live jazz will enhance the event’s lovely ambiance, extraordinary raffles will be offered, and Telemundo “Un Nueva Dia” celebrity Chef James Tahan will officiate at a culinary demo.

Attendees can also buy new and antiquarian cookbooks and raffle tickets for luxury items including spa, hair and beauty treatments, fabulous vacations, dining certificates, gift baskets, fine wines and other prizes.

The Les Dames brunch takes place Sunday, March 13, 2016, 11:00 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive, 33139. Metered parking and valet will be available. Tickets are priced at $65 per person for adults, $20 for children and free for children under 10. Tickets may be purchased via PayPal at reservations@lesdamesmiami.org or via credit card at 877-467-7725.

March Lunch Madness 3/1/16

March Lunch Madness
Tuesday, 03/01/2016 – 03/31/2016 12:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2016-03-01-at-12.59.58-PMIzzy’s Fish & Oyster
423 Washington Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Website
Cost:

Monday – Friday, Noon to 3PM

1/2 off Island Creek Oysters & $25 Menu

Choice of Lobster Roll (warm or cold)
Clam Belly Roll or Blue Crab Salad Roll
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Cup of New England Clam Chowder
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Cold Narragansett Beer
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Classic Whoopie Pie

Winn-Dixie Invites Community To Carnaval Miami Winn-Dixie Cooking Contest 3/8/16

Winn-Dixie Invites Community To Carnaval Miami Winn-Dixie Cooking Contest
Tuesday, 03/08/2016 – 06:00 pm – 08:30 pm
Kiwanis-Cooking-Contest-2016Winn-Dixie Store #251
3275 Southwest 22nd Street,
Miami, Florida 33145
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Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie, in partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana, invites the community to cheer on aspiring chefs during the annual Carnaval Miami Winn-Dixie Cooking Contest, one of the most popular food competitions in South Florida. Culinary aficionados in three categories, Miami-Dade County middle/high school students, vocational students and general public, will have the opportunity to showcase their creativity for a panel of celebrity judges for the opportunity to win variety of cash prizes, as well as the title of Carnaval Miami Winn-Dixie Cooking Contest Winner.

For more information, please visit www.carnavalmiami.com or call (305) 644-8888.

Brews On The Beach 3/4/16

Brews On The Beach
Friday, 03/04/2016 – 07:00 pm –
AntipastoOltremare at Amara Cay
80001 Overseas Hwy,
Islamorada, Florida 33036
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Brews on the Beach – Friday, March 4th at 7pm
In conjunction with the Islamorada Beer Company, Oltremare will be pairing delicious courses with local craft beers for an enticing dinner on the beach. The menu designed by Chef Dario Olivera will compliment the delicious flavors of each corresponding brew. The menu includes:

Conch Escabeche with Tostones and Chef’s Island Sauce
Sandbar Sunday American Wheat Ale

Arugula Salad with Frisee, Midnight Moon Dates, Pancetta and Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Islamorada Ale

Braised Beef Braciole with Crisp Mashed Fingerling Potatoes and San Marzano Tomatoes
Oceanside Red Ale – Brewhouse Exclusive

Crisp Fig Turnover with Almond, Chocolate and Salted Caramel
No Wake Zone Coconut Key Lime Ale – Brewhouse Exclusive

Each course will be paired with a 12oz glass of these delicious brews. Tickets are $59 plus tax and gratuity and include the dinner and beer pairing and an Islamorada Beer Company pint glass.

Reservations are strongly suggested by calling 305-664-0073 ext. 7022.

Photographs from the South Beach Wine and Food Festival by Mr Q 305

This weekend, the South Beach Wine and Food Festival iconic tents on the beach stretched between 10th & 13th Streets off Ocean Drive to house the Goya Foods Grand Tasting Village featuring MasterCard Grand Tasting Tents & KitchenAid® Culinary Demonstrations, which continued to capitalize on the revamped setting and programming structure successfully introduced during last year’s Festival.  This gourmet sampling featured the finest pours from the Southern Wine & Spirits of Florida portfolio, and a tri-county array of restaurants, led by Culinary Captains representing neighborhoods across South Florida.

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Steak Brasil Churrascaria Is Spicing Up Its Monthly Feijoada Celebration 3/5/16

Steak Brasil Churrascaria Is Spicing Up Its Monthly Feijoada Celebration
Saturday, 03/05/2016 – 12:00 pm –
photo41Steak Brasil Churrascaria
190 Southeast 1st Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida 33131
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Come to Steak Brasil Churrascaria to enjoy a full Brazilian experience in the heart of Downtown Miami. From the authentic Brazilian cuisine to the “passistas” dancing around the restaurant, you will feel as if you are in Rio de Janeiro, the carnaval capital. Steak Brasil will be offering its regular Feijoada special for $26.99 and a 20% discount will be given if you arrive before 4 P.M. This national dish is being prepared by the exclusive chefs at Steak Brasil Churrascaria for their “Feijoada Celebration” offered the first Saturday of every month. You will also be able to enjoy the happy hour specials, offering Brazil’s most popular cocktail, Caipirihnas, and a variety of fine wines from Latin America and Europe from 5 P.M until close. The “passista” dancers will be presenting an impressive performance for all of our guests. Come celebrate with us and as we bring Rio De Janeiro to Miami with authentic music, dancers and food!

Steak Brasil Hosts Samba Nights Happy Hour 3/11/16

Steak Brasil Hosts Samba Nights Happy Hour
Friday, 03/11/2016 – 05:00 pm –
SambaNightsInviteSteak Brasil
190 SE 1st Ave,
MIami, Florida 33131
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Cost: $46

The music is rising, samba is playing, exquisite food will be near and you can be in the center of it all! We know carnival season is over but Steak Brasil wants to celebrate it throughout the whole year. The restaurant is launching its new Samba Nights Happy Hour to bring to Miami another piece of Brazil. The Samba Nights Happy Hour will be offering Caipirihna tasting, the most popular and delicious cocktail in the country of Brazil, traditional sharing options like picanaha or an assortment of sausages and entertainment starting at $46 for two (2) guests. The “passista” dancers will be presenting an impressive performance for all of our guests that will provide you the all-around Brazilian experience. Discover the celebration in Downtown Miami and let the Samba move your soul.

Easter Brunch at Jungle Island 3/27/16

Easter Brunch at Jungle Island
Sunday, 03/27/2016 – 03/27/2016 10:30 am – 02:30 pm
Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Cost: $69.95

Before navigating a tropical jungle in search of pastel colored eggs, fuel up on Easter brunch favorites in the Treetop Ballroom at Jungle Island. Brunch highlights to include traditional breakfast favorites, baked Virginia ham and grilled salmon, accompanied by fresh salads, “Little Hoppers” kids’ menu and decadent desserts like chocolate mousse cake and toasted coconut flan.. Then hop over to Jungle Island’s family-friendly Mega Egga Hunt! Adventure, featuring egg hunts, bounce houses, rides, arts & crafts, music, and special appearances by the Easter bunny.

The cost is $69.95 for adults and $44.95 for children ages 3-10 years. Special brunch prices apply to annual pass holders. Prices include park admission, egg hunt, brunch and tax. Online reservations required by March 25, 2016. For reservations, visit www.jungleisland.com/megaeggahunt. Regular park hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jungle Island is located at 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail in Miami.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day All Week Long at John Martin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant 3/17/16

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day All Week Long at John Martin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant
Thursday, 03/17/2016 – 12:00 pm – 12:00 am
John-MartinsJohn Martin’s Irish Restaurant and Pub
253 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Shake your shamrock at JohnMartin’s 26th annual St. Patrick’s Celebration. The iconic Coral Gables Irish pub and restaurant will be hosting a variety of themed activities in honor of everyone’s favorite holiday. JohnMartin’s is getting the party started early with Irish festivities starting on March 13th through March 17th. Please visit johnmartins.com for the schedule of events leading up to the favorite Irish holiday. To officially celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, join the authentic Irish pub & restaurant as they party all day long. There will be all-day entertainment starting at noon with live music by Paddy Kelleghan and a bagpiper. Guests will feel like they are celebrating on the streets of Ireland. Da Infamous DJ Q will keep the party going from 8p.m. until close.

Steak Brasil Churrascaria Will Be Present At The Goya Grand Tasting Village 2/27/16

Steak Brasil Churrascaria Will Be Present At The Goya Grand Tasting Village
Saturday, 02/27/2016 – 12:00 pm – 05:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2016-02-23-at-4.12.43-PMGrand Tasting Village
13th Street & Ocean Drive,,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Prepare your taste buds and attend the South Beach Food and Wine Festival where Steak Brasil will be featured as one of the participating restaurants this year! South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by FOOD & WINE is a star-studded, four-day event showcasing the talents of the world’s most renowned wine and spirits producers, chefs and culinary personalities. Jaciel Santos, native Brazilian from Jacaio Pessoa and Steak Brasil owner, will be on-site sharing the exquisite Salpicao from Steak Brasil Churrascaria on Saturday, February 27th during the Goya Foods Grand Tasting Village.

PREY Opening Night | A Sustainable Sushi Pop-Up Restaurant 2/4/16

PREY Opening Night | A Sustainable Sushi Pop-Up Restaurant
Wednesday, 02/24/2016 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
1 Hotel South Beach
2431 Collins Ave.,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Join 1 Hotel & Homes South Beach on the 1 Rooftop this Wednesday, February 24th to celebrate the highly anticipated grand opening of its latest culinary expansion – PREY. The hotel welcomes James Beard Foundation Award nominee Chef Bun Lai who will be infusing his sustainable seafood, plant and invasive species-based sushi style with his latest eco-conscience pop-up restaurant. Enjoy delicious sushi and saki, fun origami lessons, calligraphy and sounds by GOLDROOM.

Ladies Brunch 3/20/16

Ladies Brunch
Sunday, 03/20/2016 – 11:30 am – 01:30 pm
LadiesBrunchMar20LRGold Coast Railroad Museum
12450 SW 152 Street,
Miami, Florida 33177
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Cost: $15 non-members, $10 museum members if paid before Friday, March 18, 2016. $20 at the door

Gold Coast Railroad Museum invites you to a
Ladies Brunch
Sunday, March 20, 2016 from 11:30am-1:30pm

Enjoy a continental breakfast while sipping tea and mingling with a group of
fabulous ladies inside one of the museum’s historic cars!

Meet Dr. Carolina M. Sueldo, Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility

Dr. Carolina M. Sueldo is board certified in Obsterics and Gynecology (ObGyn), and
completed her subspecialty training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) at the University of Connecticut Health Center. Dr Sueldo joined IVF Florida Reproductive Associates in September of 2015, and she is currently faculty for both the University of Miami and Florida International University (FIU), where she is actively involved in student and resident education.

Dr. Sueldo is extremely dedicated to woman’s health
and helping women achieve their reproductive goals.

$15 non-members, $10 museum members
if paid before Friday, March 18, 2016.
$20 at the door
For tickets call 305.253.0063
Spaces are limited

Sunset Rendez-vouz: SOBEWFF 2016 2/25/16

Sunset Rendez-vouz: SOBEWFF 2016
Thursday, 02/25/2016 – 02/26/2016 08:00 pm – 12:00 am
Sunset-RDV-Bagatelle-MiamiBagatelle Miami Beach
2201 Collins Ave.,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Join us this Thursday, February 25 for Bagatelle’s sexiest party, Sunset Rendez-vouz: SOBEWFF 2016 Edition. Wear your most “elegant smart” attire for the festive dinner party hosted by Ricardo Ralph Lopez, which will feature live entertainment and libations of Chateau D’Esclans.

Grillin N Chillin – Miami BBQ Festival 4/3/16

Grillin N Chillin – Miami BBQ Festival
Sunday, 04/03/2016 – 11:00 am – 07:00 pm
grillin-83MANA Wynwood
2250 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: Pre-Purchased Admission: USD 15.00, Family Pack: USD 15.00

Miami kicks off BBQ season for the whole family with Grillin N Chillin held in Wynwood. Everyone will enjoy the best BBQ in every style from Memphis, Texas or Kansas City barbecue to the well-known Brazilian Churrasco and Argentine Parrillada. Kids will have a blast in the family fun zone, while adults enjoy drinks and sports in The Pit, a pop-up sports bar. Get smoked in the Kitchen Lab by the best in the biz, who will share tips and tricks for the BBQ master in all of us. Don’t miss your chance to Grill N Chill with us!

Sprung 2016 – Spring Beer Festival 4/2/16

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Sprung 2016 – Spring Beer Festival
Saturday, 04/02/2016 – 02:30 pm – 07:00 pm
47861MANA Wynwood
2250 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: At the Door Ticket – Saturday – USD 45.00, General Admission (4pm-7pm) – USD 40.00, Beer Socialite (3pm-7pm) – USD 70.00, VIP (2:30pm-7pm) – USD 90.00

This April 2nd we invite you to Sprung, the largest craft beerfest in South Florida (besides Grovetoberfest of course). We are pleased to announce that Sprung. has finally made it to Wynwood. This event is not only about craft beer, but the craft beer lifestyle. Craft beer is not just about sipping high end beers by the fireplace and comparing tasting notes with you cohorts. Craft beer is fun and Sprung. is here to showcase the lifestyle.

Italian Brunch at Spasso 2/18/16

Italian Brunch at Spasso
Sunday, 02/21/2016 – 11:30 am – 03:00 pm
menuSpaso
3540 Main Highway,
Miami, Florida 33133
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Cost: $25/child, $36/adult

Combining a tropical oasis and Mediterranean elegance, guests can enjoy brunch at the outdoor terrazza or indoors for a more traditional ambiance. Guests can start their Sunday celebration with a wide selection of breakfast themed appetizers including vibrant salads, pastries, antipasto, charcuterie and design their own eggs or visit the carving station. Main courses will be chosen from a menu with a variety of traditional dishes including Penne Amatriciana in a Pancetta Basil Infused Tomato Sauce, Baked Eggplant Parmigiana with Roasted Chicken Breast, Braised Short Ribs decadently paired with “truffled” mashed potatoes and Oven Roasted Grouper with Sicilian capers and baby spinach. As a grand finale, a spread of endless decadent sweets can be chosen for the perfect ending. Price per adult is $36 which also includes one mimosa; children under the age of 12 are $25 each

PREY Pop up at 1 Rooftop 2/24/16

PREY Pop up at 1 Rooftop
Wednesday, 02/24/2016 – 03/25/2016 06:00 pm –
Capture1 Hotel & Homes South Beach
2341 Collins Ave.,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Opening on February 24, PREY pays homage to the predator and prey interconnections of the food chain. Climate change, habitat destruction, nonnative species, pollution, over-crowding of the planet with humans, overfishing and over-harvesting of wild animals are all ways that humans have damaged the predator and prey relationships. By featuring local sustainable seafood, wild and nonnative species, and organically farmed produce, PREY transforms consumption in a manner that helps restore and rehabilitate human and planetary health. Items found on the menu are indigenous to Florida and Chef Bun will hunt, dive and forage for all himself.

Weekend d’ Amore 2/12/16 – 2/14/16

Weekend d’ Amore
Friday, 02/12/2016 – 02/14/2016 05:00 pm –
Toscana Divino
900 S Miami ave,
Miami, Florida 33130

Celebrate Your Valentine with a Weekend d’Amore at Toscana Divino

Toscana Divino Makes Valentine’s Day Affordable, Easy and Romantic

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Toscana Divino, the premiere modern Italian restaurant and wine bar located in the heart of Mary Brickell Village, celebrates Valentine’s Day with Weekend d’Amore. Starting February 12th and through February 14th, Toscana Divino is offering an exclusive Valentine’s Day package with thoughtfully curated menu selections to assure you have an enjoyable evening. Couples can indulge in the Menu d’Amore a la carte or as a three-course dinner including a demi bottle of Franciacorta for only $75 per person.

The menu consists of Cuore Di Zucca ($20), an appetizer consisting of luxurious textures of Squash, Pecorino & Guanciale; the entree choices include a pasta Mezzaluna Di Manzo ($28), Painted Hills Beef Short Rib Ravioli simmered in a haunting Black Truffle Cream sauce, and a fish selection È Davvero Salmone ($35), is a dish consisting of Wild Salmon, Hearts of Palm “Caponata” & Anson Mills Rice Arancini. For dessert, the chefs have prepared Passione Cioccolato ($15), Toscana Divino’s death by chocolate version of a Black Forest cake with 65% Dark Ecuadorian Chocolate, Local Coconut, Mint & Amarena Cherries.

Music will be provided by DJ Corrado, spinning romantic vinyl classics, for each evening’s soundtrack. There will also be a professional photographer to capture the magical evening.

No time to grab a present or a card? No worries! The exquisite Enrico Pucci bags are available to purchase as a gift at 50% off until February 10th. After dinner our staff will deliver the bag/s to your table at the completion of your meal with a card containing a personalized message from you to your love. Dinner also includes a small gift bag and a red rose for the ladies.

Toscana Divino’s Weekend d’Amore will take place on Friday, February 12th until Sunday, February 14th. The three-course menu will cost $75/person plus tax and gratuity. For more information, please call 305-371-2767 or visit http://www.toscanadivino.com

About Toscana Divino
Since opening its doors in 2012, Toscana Divino, recently voted the best restaurant in Brickell by the Miami New Times, is known for presenting both the most contemporary and traditional Tuscan and Italian cuisine, including the world-famous Fiorentina steak. Toscana Divino’s menu, draws its inspiration from classic dishes found throughout Tuscany featuring pastas made fresh in house, fresh seasonal ingredients from local markets or directly imported from Italy. Toscana Divino continues to inspire unprecedented praise and rave reviews from such publications as the Miami Herald, Thrillist, & Zagat, Miami. For additional information, visit www.toscanadivino.com.

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Date For Two At Uncle Toms Barbeque 2/14/16

Date For Two At Uncle Toms Barbeque
Sunday, 02/14/2016 – 02/14/2016 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Uncle-Toms-Valentines-Day-FlyerUncle Toms Barbecue
3988 SW 8th St,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Cost: Free

The most romantic day of the year is right around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about what to do with your significant other! Make your way over to Uncle Toms, the iconic barbecue joint, and leave the cooking to us! With our dinner-for-two promotion, we can’t think of a better way to spend quality time, while enjoying quality food.

Grab your date and treat them to our $49.95 Uncle Toms Grill, which includes baby back ribs, chicken quarter flap steak and two sausages, paired with a bottle of wine or a pitcher of beer. It can’t get any better than this!

Our specials are available at all of our locations in Coral Gables, Pinecrest, Homestead, and Hialeah! We’ve served the best barbecue in Miami for 65 years and we’re ready to take part in your special day. Come on over, we’ll fire up the grill!

Puppy Love 2/13/16

Puppy Love
Saturday, 02/13/2016 – 02/13/2016 02:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Sputnik-Kipper-BdayMs Cheezious
7418 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33138
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Cost: Free

Celebrate your true PUPPY LOVE with us this Saturday, February 13th 2-6PM!

Enjoy ooey gooey grilled cheese with your pup(py love). Furry four-legged friends (welcome to attend).

Sponsored by PBR – $3 Pabst Blue Ribbon 16 Ounce Cans

DJ’s PAUL E and CHRIS VALENCIA playing old school, hiphop & all the goodies

Games (connect four, corn hole, JENGA, Cards Against Humanity, etc.)

Head in Hole Photo Wall for you to take pics with your Puppy Love created by DELVS

Hosted by Jackie Richie & her Puppy Love Sputnik Kipper

*Please bring doggies on a leash and B.Y.O. waste bags :)

First Ladies Tea at Fairchild 2/21/16

First Ladies Tea at Fairchild
Sunday, 02/21/2016 – 03:00 pm –
Serving-teaFairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road,
Coral Gables, Florida 33156
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Cost: $37 for non-members, $27 for members, $17 for children 12 and under

As we celebrate Presidents’ Day this month, our thoughts turn to the First Ladies and their many accomplishments that shaped American history. Honor their memory with a lovely afternoon tea service surrounded by tropical beauty. Guests will enjoy delicious teas, scones, savories and sweets while soothing live music plays.

Wynwood Beer Garden | Super Nintendo Super Mario World 2/11/16

Wynwood Beer Garden | Super Nintendo Super Mario World
Thursday, 02/11/2016 – 06:00 pm –
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297 nw 23 st,
miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: free

Cerveceria 23 brings $5 craft beers ALL NIGHT from different regions of the US and Europe every week!

$5 FLORIDA CRAFT BEERS ALL NIGHT
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You asked, we listened. This week, indulge in a selection of four of Florida’s top craft beers for $5 all night:
— Inlet Brewing – Inlet Monk in the Trunk
— Due South Brewery – Due South Category 5 IPA
— Holy Mackerel Brewing – Holy Mackerel Panic Attack
— Tequesta Brewing – Tequesta Der Chancellor

$2 BBQ AND CRAFT BEER SAUCES
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Enjoy BBQ perros, chicken kebabs, and ribs served in pairs for $2. All food items include your choice of one of three savory beer sauces made with the featured craft beer of the week.

SUPER MARIO WORLD ON SUPER NINTENDO
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Get nostalgic with your favorite duo. Choose Mario or Luigi and play all night.

Revel in sounds by DJ Self Born.
NO COVER | $5 Craft All Night | DJ Self Born | Jenga |
$2 BBQ | Beer Sauce Parings | Super Nintendo |

Social Thursdays Ladies Night at Mama Mias 2/11/16

Social Thursdays Ladies Night at Mama Mias
Thursday, 02/11/2016 – 02/02/2017 05:00 pm – 08:00 pm
SocialThursdayMama Mia Italian Ristorante
1818 S Young Cir,
hollywood, Florida 33020
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It’s Ladies Night every Thursday at Mama Mia’s!
Bring the girls out for a fabulous evening of dining, drinking and dancing at your favorite Italian hot-spot. No Ladies Night is complete without wine, and Mama Mia’s is serving free wine to all ladies from 5-8pm! And don’t forget to indulge in the cocktail, draft and appetizer specials to keep you dancing all night.

All-You-Can-Eat Lunch at Mama Mias 2/15/16

All-You-Can-Eat Lunch at Mama Mias
Tuesday, 02/15/2016 – 06/24/2016 11:30 am – 02:30 pm
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1818 S Young Cir,
hollywood, Florida 33020
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Mama Mia has brought the lunch special of all lunch specials – an all-you-can-eat deal for only $8.95. Are you constantly worried about your thirty-minute lunch break for work, or having to alter your food choices just because you don’t have enough time to eat? Mama Mia’s “Time for Lunch” special offers authentic and delicious all-you-can-eat soup, salad, seafood, pasta, meats and much more for an affordable price. Grab your friends or co-workers, head over to Mama Mia’s and immediately hit the food stations for a quick yet filling meal to get you through the rest of your workday. Quality Italian cuisine that will be sure to satisfy all your cravings is waiting for just for you, so no more having to check your watch and rushing to eat – we know your time is precious.

Villa Castelli’s Grand Opening Day 2/9/16

Villa Castelli’s Grand Opening Day
Tuesday, 02/09/2016 – 05:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Villa-CastelliVilla Castelli
9472 Harding Ave,
Surfside, Florida 33154
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Cost: free

Restaurant Alert: This Tuesday, February 9 is the grand opening of Miami’s newest eatery, Villa Castelli, a Southern Italian restaurant in Surfside featuring authentic recipes handed down over the generations. Guest will enjoy traditional Italian cuisine prepared by Sicilian-born Chef Jioacchino Sofia and Chilean-born, European-groomed Executive Chef Gonzalo Fuente Alba, paired with Of Grappa cocktails and an open bar, with entertainment by top Venezuelan singer Ghaleb.

Champagne Dinner in Islamorada 2/14/16

Champagne Dinner in Islamorada
Sunday, 02/14/2016 – 05:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Islamorada-0035Oltremare Ristorante
80001 Overseas Hwy,
Islamorada, Florida 33036
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Cost: $242, excluding tax and 18% gratuity

Oltremare Ristorante at the Amara Cay Resort in Islamorada, FL invites you to taste the flavors of coastal Italian cuisine this Valentine’s Day with their four-course Champagne Dinner. Each delicious course is paired with a glass of luxury champagne from the house of Paul-Etienne St. Germain, a small production champagne maker. From sliced prosciutto, house cured tomatoes and grilled bread served with a Cuvee Tradition to a refreshing ricotta cheesecake with chocolate ganache served along side a Cuvee Divine, the Champagne dinner at Oltremare will truly tempt the tastebuds.

The champagne dinner is priced per couple at $242, excluding tax and 18% gratuity. Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made online or by calling 305.664.0073.

Give your Valentine a Taste of Italy at Villa Castelli 2/13/16, 2/14/16

Give your Valentine a Taste of Italy at Villa Castelli
Saturday, 02/13/2016 – 02/14/2016 12:00 pm –
Villa Castelli
9472 Harding Ave,
Surfside, Florida 33154
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All you need is love…and a little Italian food! Starting on Saturday, February 13th, Miami’s newest eatery Villa Catelli offers an exquisite $75 pix fixe four course menu which includes authentic italian choices of Seared Tuna, Fennel, Orange and Arugula Salad; Truffle Risotto and Porcini Mushrooms; Filet Mignon with Wild Mushrooms, Creamy Polenta and Amarone Sauce; Wild BerriesPanna Cotta and Tiramisu, to name a few. This offer will last through February 14th.
For reservations, please visit OpenTable.com or call (305)763-8595.

A.R.T. LIVE Soul Night 3/13/16

A.R.T. LIVE Soul Night
Sunday, 03/13/2016 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Studio 504
504 NE 190th St,
Miami, Florida 33179
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Cost: $20

A.R.T. Live: A Reason To Live. This is a multimedia arts event geared toward providing a platform for artists and inspiring new ones. For A.R.T. LIVE: Soul Night we want to offer a reason for you to dress up and enjoy yourself without breaking a sweat. This event will highlight poets, music artists and musicians. We will also pay homage to our chef with several wine tasting and pairing segments.

Wynwood Beer Garden Super Nintendo Tournament 2/4/16

Wynwood Beer Garden | Super Nintendo Tournament
Thursday, 02/04/2016 – 06:00 pm –
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297 nw 27 st,
miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: FREE

Cerveceria 23 brings $5 craft beers from different regions of the US and Europe every week!

SNES Mortal Kombat 3 Tournament.
Pick your favorite Mortal Kombat fighter and battle it out in our tournament. Winner gets a bucket of 8 craft beers and forever bragging rights.

$5 Euro Craft Beers All Night
This Thursday, take a trip to GERMANY, BELGIUM, and AUSTRIA at Cerveceria 23 and enjoy a selection $5 craft all night:
— Westmalle Trappist Brewery – Wesmalle Trappist Dubbel
— Ayinger Brewery – Ayinger Brau Weisse
— Bitburged Brewery – Bitburger Premium
— Stiegl Brewery – Stiegl Goldbrau Premium Lager

$2 BBQ and Craft Beer Sauces
Enjoy BBQ perros, chicken kebabs, and ribs served in pairs for $2. All food items include your choice of one of three savory beer sauces made with the featured craft beer of the week.

Revel in sounds by DJ Self Born.

Wynwood Farmers Market 2/6/16

Wynwood Farmers Market
Saturday, 02/06/2016 – 12:00 pm – 05:00 pm
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400 NW 26th Street,
Miami, Florida 33137
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Cost: Free

“Discover a World of Deliciousness” at the first Wynwood Farmers Market!
The Wynwood Farmers Market will host a curated collection and variety of locally grown, artisanal foods, local fruits and vegetables, hand crafted objects for the kitchen and home, and many more integrated Wynwood community aspects.

You will find locally farmed produce, gourmet prepared foods, grass fed meats, hand-crafted pottery and wood bowls, plates and utensils, plants, herbs and a special section with natural treats and foods for pets. Acoustic music by 4th generation musician, Nicole Chirino, will set the tone.

Wynwood Farmers Market’s mission is to “Protect the Local Famers and Artisans”, encourage people to shop local and support local businesses, while providing accessible, fresh goods for residents, restaurants and businesses.

One of the most exciting aspects of the market will be the educational components such as teaching people how to cook using fruits and vegetables in new and exciting ways. There will be cooking demos taught by local guest chefs each week.

The goal is to create a food community where farmers, chefs, artisans, and the public, learn and share together.
For more info, follow @WynwoodFarmersMarket

When: Saturday – February 6th, 2016
Saturday – February 20th, 2016
12pm – 5pm

Where: @thelabmiami
400 NW 26 ST MIAMI, FL 33124
(In the back parking LOT of 25th street)

Who: Founded & Organized by: Melissa Frantz and Angela Fernandez
Sponsors Include: Green Owl Insurance, Green Seed Life, & TheLAB

Vendors Confirmed:
♣ Teena’s Pride & Michael Borek Farms – Homestead – www.TeenasPride.com
♣ Schnebly’s Winery / Redlander Restaurant / Miami Brewing – www.SchneblyWinery.com
♣ Malaquita – Wynwood – Mexican Handcrafted Designs – www.MalaquitaDesign.com
♣ Rupee’s – Wynwood – Indian teas, insense, Traditional Handcrafted Indian crafts and clothing 2nd generation Wynwood business est. 1994 –
www.RupeesInc.com
♣ Gaucho Ranch – Family run Importers of 100% Natural Grass Fed Beef Free of Antibiotics, Hormones and Grains – www.GauchoRanch.com
♣ Zak the Baker – Bread and Pastries – www.ZaktheBaker.com
♣ Coyo Taco – All natural Mexican food – www.CoyoTaco.com
♣ Seasons Farm Fresh – Tropical and Exotic Fruits – www.SeasonsFarmFresh.com
♣ Linda Rabah Skincare – www.LindaRabah.com
♣ The Wood Work Design – WoodWorkDesigEtsyShop
♣ Vice City Bean – Local Cold Brew Coffee Cart – www.ViceCityBean.com
♣ For Sisters – Traditional Locally Made Mexican Sauces
♣ Snack4Fit – Locally Made Healthy Snacks – @Snacks4Fit
♣ MoreMoringa – Ayurveda India Plant Medicine Powder – www.MoreMoringa.com
♣ The Honey Bee Yard – South Florida Family Owned that Specializes in Raw, Local Honey, Propolis, Bee Pollen, and Royal Jelly.
♣ Bocados Gourmet – Family Owned Venezuelan Dishes – www.BocadosGourmet.es
♣ Caribe Juices – Imported Juices that Support Dominican Republic Farmers – www.CaribeJuices.com
♣ Green Seed Life – Local Miami Health Artisanal Snacks – www.GreenSeedLife.com
♣ Dishes for Dogs – Wynwood Retail of Wholefood meals for Canines – www.DishesforDogs.com
♣ Urban Habitat – Native Florida Plants and Landscaping Design – UHFacebook
♣ The Clay Cache – Hand thrown Ceramic Pots, Dishes and Designs – TheClayCacheEtsyShop
♣ Holy Pickles – Artisanal Pickles – @HolyPickleNation
♣ Paradise Farms – Local Produce and Mushrooms – www.ParadiseFarms.net

Happy Hour at Apeiro Kitchen + Bar 2/4/16

Happy Hour at Apeiro Kitchen + Bar
Thursday, 02/04/2016 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
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3252 NE 1st Ave #101,
Miami, Florida 33137
RSVP / Register
Cost: $10

For your Mediterranean food fix, join us at the newly opened Apeiro Kitchen + Bar on Thurs., Feb 4 for Happy Hour. This new hotspot features a menu of rustic, yet contemporary Mediterranean cuisine. The setting is chic and sophisticated and there’s seating available inside the dining room, at the illuminated circular bar and in the terrace, a perfect place for people watching.

Although the Miami location has only been open since October, if it takes after Apeiro’s first location in Delray Beach, we have quite a bit to be excited about. The original location received a perfect four-star review from the Sun-Sentinel, was named the “Best New Restaurant” by Broward/Palm Beach New Times — and is our next location for Happy Hour.

Join us on Thursday, February 4 from 6-8 p.m., for an evening of wine, conversation and new taste sensations. Cost is $10, if purchased by noon on the 28th and $15, thereafter. This includes one drink (cocktail or glass of house wine) and a selection of complimentary appetizers.

Design On A Dime Miami 2/5/16

Design On A Dime Miami
Sunday, 02/05/2016 – 02/07/2016 05:30 pm –
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Moore Building 191 NE 40th Street Miami, FL,
Miami, Florida 33137
Website
Cost: $500

New York City’s most popular interior design benefit is setting up shop in the Miami Design District. Join us for a three-day event designed to inspire a whole new crowd.

Shop one-of-a-kind room vignettes created by 25 top designers filled with luxe furniture, art, and home decor for up to 80% off retail.

Proceeds from Design on a Dime Miami support Housing Works’ AIDS-FREE USA 2025 campaign in collaboration with South Florida partners

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at John Martin’s Irish Restaurant and Pub 2/12/16 – 2/14/16

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at John Martin’s Irish Restaurant and Pub
Friday, 02/12/2016 – 02/14/2016 11:30 am – 02:00 am
JM-LogoJohn Martin’s Irish Restaurant and Pub
253 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Cost: $32.00

Cupid is reporting for duty this Valentine’s Day weekend at the Coral Gables icon, JohnMartin’s Restaurant & Irish Pub. Delight in Miami’s most authentic Irish venue with a classic three-course menu for $32.00 per person on February 12 – 14, 2016

Guests will be treated to a three-course special menu beginning with a Spinach and Arugula Salad, topped with cherry tomatoes, fresh berries, candied walnuts, Brie cheese, crostini, and raspberry vinaigrette. The menu features an entrée choice of Seared Salmon Filet on a bed of spinach, blended rice, carrot puree and a Pernod cream sauce or an 8oz New York Strip Steak, grilled with melted blue cheese, green beans, mushrooms and Pont Neuf potatoes. The evening ends with a warm Chocolate Brownie, Bailey’s coffee ice cream and fresh strawberries. Reservations are recommended.
JohnMartin’s Restaurant & Irish Pub is the best place to bid ode to St. Valentine, a legendary priest as well as the patron saint of all lovers, who is buried at the Carmelite Church in Dublin, Ireland. Every year on February 14th, couples visit the Church wishing to receive St. Valentine’s blessing.

JohnMartin’s has been continually recognized for its delicious cuisine and voted “Best Pub Food.” The restaurant has Trivia Night on Thursdays at 8 p.m. and Karaoke on Friday at 10 p.m. On Saturdays, guests can expect contemporary top 40 hits to rock to today’s popular Irish ballads and Sundays the restaurant serves brunch and hosts an Open Mic for aspiring singers. JohnMartin’s is located at 253 Miracle Mile in Coral Gables. For more information or reservations, call (305) 445-3777, or go to www.johnmartins.com and don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Dominique Ansel / Art Basel

During the craziness that was Art Basel 2015, pastry chef extraordinaire Dominique Ansel hosted a “surprise” pop-up soft serve window at The Setai Miami Beach serving two frozen yogurt creations. The first was a Caramel Stout Soft Serve with Chocolate “Caviar” and Sea Salt Brownie and the second was his cult-favorite Burrata Soft Serve, Balsamic Caramel, Confit Strawberry and Microbasil, both served in hand-rolled honey tuile cones. Ansel sat with Chat Chow TV during the Basel madness to tell us more about the pop-up and some of his favorite sweet creations.

Via Chat Chow

All-You-Can-Eat Lobster Wednesdays 2/3/16

All-You-Can-Eat Lobster Wednesdays
Wednesday, 02/03/2016 – 05/25/2016 06:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Mama Mia Italian Ristorante
1818 South Young Circle,
Hollywood, Florida 33020
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Cost: $39.95

Lobster dinner is served – and it’s all-you-can-eat!
For $39.95, you can indulge in Mama Mia’s Lobster, Butter & Beats and get a taste of the highly buzzed about Stuffed Lobster; a 1/4 Maine Lobster stuffed with shrimp and crab meat drizzled with garlic white wine sauce!

Care for fine wine?
Sip on our bottomless fine wine special for only $9.95 per person.

RESERVATIONS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Top Burger in Downtown Miami 1/28/16

Top Burger in Downtown Miami
Thursday, 01/28/2016 – 12/31/2016 11:00 am – 05:00 pm
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109 NE 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Come to our Downtown location to try out our amazing burgers. We pride ourselves in using fresh, preservative free, 0% trans-fat meat that’s never frozen. Conveniently located near MDC Wolfson Campus, Biscayne Blvd. and the First Street Metromover Station, we are at 109 NE 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33132. Not in the mood for a burger? No problem! Come in and take a look at our menu featuring salads, fries, shakes and dogs ready to give you the energy you need to get through your day. Don’t miss a chance to visit us and get a feel for our warm and simple atmosphere along with great food. We are open 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Top Burger – Good Food, Fast! Visit us at www.topburger.com for more info or call us at 305-379-3100.

18th Annual Carnaval on the Mile 3/5/16 – 3/6/16

18th Annual Carnaval on the Mile
Saturday, 03/05/2016 – 03/06/2016 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
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Downtown Coral Gables,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Cost: Free

Join the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana in the heart of “City Beautiful” Coral Gables to enjoy a weekend-long cultural experience celebrating art in every form during the 18th Annual Carnaval on the Mile. Stroll along Miracle Mile and take in the Fine Arts Village to be inspired by an eclectic assembly of local artists and their unique jewelry, paintings, sculptures, photography and more, including a world-class juried art fair recognized by the artists it features and the collectors it draws. Dance to the rhythm of more than 30 world-renowned musical acts, which will pack three stages, keeping the rhythm of Jazz, Funk, Samba and more pulsing through the crowd all weekend long. The entire family can enjoy two days of interactive games, craft making, product demonstrations and more.

Culinary enthusiasts will also have an opportunity to purchase tickets to Carnaval on the Mile’s first-ever Cork & Fork food and wine event. For more information on Cork & Fork, visit www.eventbrite.com – search Cork & Fork.

For the must up-to-date information regarding the 18th Annual Carnaval on the Mile, please visit www.carnavalmiami.com.

Steak Brasil Feijoada Carnaval 2/6/16

Steak Brasil Feijoada Carnaval
Saturday, 02/06/2016 – 01:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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190 Southeast 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Carnival is here and ready to stay! Come to Steak Brasil Churrascaria to enjoy a full Brazilian Carnaval experience. From the authentic Brazilian cuisine to the “passistas” dancing around the restaurant and the streets, you’ll feel as if you are in Rio de Janeiro, the carnaval capital. Steak Brasil will be offering its regular Feijoada special for $26.99 and a 20% discount will be given if you arrive before 4 P.M. This national dish is being prepared by the exclusive chefs at Steak Brasil Churrascaria in Downtown Miami for their monthly “Feijoada Celebration”. That’s not all, you will also be able to enjoy happy hour specials and platters from 5 P.M until close. Come celebrate with us and as we bring Rio De Janeiro to you with authentic music, dancers and food!

Age to Perfection 2/5/16

Age to Perfection
Friday, 02/05/2016 – 02/05/2016 07:00 pm –
Amara Cay Resorts
80001 Overseas Hwy,
islamorada, Florida 33036
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Cost: $55 per person

Join Oltremare for an evening of fine spirits and cigars beginning at 7pm. Located beachside, this gathering pairs cigar samplings from The Florida Keys own, Rodriguez Cigars, with delicious dining from Oltremare Ristorante and a selection of bourbon, whiskey and rums. This event is priced at $55 per person.

Culinary Classes With Chef Dario 1/26/16, 2/23/16, 3/29/16

Culinary Classes With Chef Dario
Tuesday, 01/26/2016 – 01/26/2016 06:00 pm – 07:30 pm
Islamorada-0053Amara Cay Resorts
80001 Overseas Hwy,
Islamorada, Florida 33036
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Cost: #35 per person

On the last Tuesday of every month, from 6pm to 7:30 pm, Chef Dario Olivera and a feature mixologist will be teaching guests to make homemade pasta, seafood specialties and craft cocktails. This class is priced at $35 per person. Due to limited seating, reservations are required.

Manga With A Mentalist 1/29/16

Manga With A Mentalist
Friday, 01/29/2016 – 01/30/2016 06:30 pm –
Amara Cay Resorts
80001 Overseas Hwy,
Islamorada, Florida 33036
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Cost: $65, $24 for the show only

Join Oltremare as they pair a delectable 3-course dinner with a journey through the world of ESP featuring Bastille the Mentalist. Dinner seating begins at 6:30pm followed by Showtime at 8pm. Mangia with a Mentalist is priced at $65, and $24 for the show only. For tickets, please visit eventbrite.com or call (305) 644-0073.

La Nuit en Rosé Miami 3/4/16

La Nuit en Rosé Miami
Friday, 03/04/2016 – 03/05/2016 08:00 pm – 04:00 pm
unnamed-1Mondrian South Beach
1100 West Ave,
Miami, Florida 33139
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Cost: 75-250

La Nuit en Rosé Miami kicks off with a VIP Rosé Wine Pairing Dinner Under The Stars on Friday night, presented by The Wine Enthusiast, and hosted on an elevated private terrace at the Mondrian South Beach Hotel, overlooking the pool and the beautiful views of Downtown Miami and the Bay Area. The dinner will feature an exclusive 4-course menu paired with rosé wine and rosé Champagne. The wines for the evening include Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte Rosé, Château d’Esclans’ “Garrus” Rosé and many more.

Superbowl 50 at Batch 2/7/16

Superbowl 50 at Batch
Sunday, 02/07/2016 – 05:00 pm – 11:30 pm
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30 SW 12th St,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Grab your friends, throw on your jersey and head on over to watch Superbowl 50 with us here at Batch Gastropub, Brickell’s go-to bar. Root and cheer for your favorite team on our 14 big screens and 3 150” projectors! Arrive early enough and you’ll be able to snag some of our Bud Light and Jack Daniels giveaways! Think you can predict the score? Your guess is as good as ours! PICK-THE-SCORE and you too will be a winner, with your tab completely covered by us, which is almost as sweet as taking home the Vince Lombardi Trophy.

Unwind and dine with our game day specials, which include a variety of your favorite food and drinks.

Specials include:
$4 Bud Light 16oz Drafts // $15 Pitchers
$20 Buckets (5) Mix-n-Match: 16oz Bud Light, Budweiser, Shocktop, Rolling Rock
$5 House Infused “Fireball”
$7.50 Bacardi ‘n’ Cola Pints

Hungry for more? We’ve got you covered. Some of our food specials include delicious $10 Dozen Wings and $13 Chorizo Meatball Sliders, Pulled Pork Sandwiches, or Sweet Potato Tater Tot Nachos.

You’ve worked hard all week, now it’s time to play hard in the heart of our beautiful city.

Super Bowl Sunday at the JW Marriott Miami 2/7/16

Super Bowl Sunday at the JW Marriott Miami
Sunday, 02/07/2016 – 06:30 pm – 12:00 pm
Super-BowlJW Marriott Miami
1109 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cheer on your favorite team during Super Bowl Sunday on February 7, 2016 at the JW Marriott Miami with unbeatable specials at La Terraza Café and Bar starting at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy two-for-one domestic and imported bottled beer specials, delectable fried calamari, La Terraza’s famous Terraza Mini Burgers, chicken wings and homemade guacamole and chips. With so many delicious selections to choose from, you won’t want to spend your Super Bowl Sunday anywhere else!

Wynwood Beer Garden “Cerveceria 23” 1/21/16

Wynwood Beer Garden “Cerveceria 23”
Thursday, 01/21/2016 – 06:00 pm –
12487034_10153733583675269_3985646113113540624_oCafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 nw 23 st,
miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: FREE

Cafeina Wynwood Lounge is doing it again after an incredible debut night! Cerveceria 23, a beer garden concept of German conceptual inspiration, brings $5 craft beers all night to the Wynwood neighborhood. Snag a spot in Cafeina’s lush mural garden and enjoy bottled craft beer from different regions of the US and Europe rotating every week!

NO COVER | $5 BEER All Night | DJ Self Born |
$2 BBQ | Beer Sauce Parings | Super Nintendo Games |

This Thursday, indulge in a selection of four Southereastern region craft beers for $5 all night:
— Lagunita Undercover
— Orange Blossom Pilsner
— Dragon Stout
— Ancor Barrrel Ale

Enjoy BBQ perros, chicken kebabs, and ribs served in pairs for $2. All food items include your choice of one of three savory beer sauces made with the featured craft beer of the week.

Revel in sounds by DJ Self Born and get nostalgic with retro Super Nintendo video games such as Street Fighter 2 and Super Mario World!

Harvest Wednesdays with Muriel Olivares and Chef Julie Frans 1/27/16

Harvest Wednesdays with Muriel Olivares and Chef Julie Frans
Wednesday, 01/27/2016 – 05:30 pm – 07:30 pm
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56 NW 29 Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: $35

Muriel Olivares, the farmer behind Little River Cooperative, starts the evening in The Wynwood Yard garden with a chat about what’s in season at the garden. She’ll offer growing tips and answer questions from new or veteran gardeners. Julie Frans, Della Test Kitchen chef and Slow Food Miami vice president will lead a chef demo and tasting, using the ingredients harvested from the garden. Guests can then savor their special harvest bowls, along with drink specials from the bar.

Marlins’ Jose Fernandez and Chef Adrianne Calvo Host 2nd Annual Taste Of Miami Food and Wine event at Marlins Park 2/18/16

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Marlins’ Jose Fernandez and Chef Adrianne Calvo Host 2nd Annual Taste Of Miami Food and Wine event
PLAYFebruary 18, 2016 at 6PM
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way
Miami, FL 33125
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Benefiting Miami Culinary Institute & the Hispanic Food and Beverage Foundation.

The second annual edition of Taste of Miami–a dynamic charity event showcasing the unique and stylish flavors of South Florida through a delectable selection of culinary bites, premium spirits, and craft beverages from the city’s top restaurants–will take place Thursday, February 18, 2016 at Marlins Park. The evening will be hosted by renowned celebrity chef and Miami native Adrianne Calvo, as well as Miami Marlins All-Star pitcher Jose Fernandez. Proceeds from this event under the stars will benefit the Marlins Foundation, the Hispanic Food and Beverage Foundation, and the Miami Culinary Institute’s Joanna Rodriguez Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Taste of Miami targets the vast population of culinary enthusiasts in the South Florida area, but also aims to attract a diverse demographic of general consumers who enjoy food, drink, and participation in charitable endeavors. The proceedings were inspired by the memory of Miami Culinary Institute student Joanna Rodriguez, who passed away unexpectedly at the age of 20 in December 2014.
Ms. Rodriguez was a beloved member of the school’s student body whose passion for the culinary arts and brightening the lives of those around her was exemplified by her ever-present smile and compassionate spirit. In memory of Joanna’s talent, dedication, and love of her craft, the Marlins Foundation, in conjunction with the Hispanic Food and Beverage Foundation and the Miami Culinary Institute, forged the concept of a night featuring some of the preeminent talents in the celebrated Miami food and wine landscape.

“It’s an honor to be able to serve as co-host of an event that ultimately celebrates both the culinary arts and the memory of an aspiring student who dreamt of a career in the field”, remarks Chef Adrianne. “The fact that the night will help launch the university careers of two students who also want to embark on this path provides me with even greater inspiration to be a part of it.”
Funds raised from the event will go towards the funding of two Miami Culinary Institute scholarships for deserving Hispanic high school and college students looking to embark on a career in the Food and Beverage industry.

In addition to providing attendees with a diverse and multi-course array of Miami’s unique flavors, taking place on Thursday, February 18, Chef Adrianne and Jose Fernandez will judge a live “Chef Showdown” that featuresTelemundo’s Chef James Tahhan returning to defend his MVP Master Chef title alongside a Miami Marlins All-Star alumni player serving as his sous chef. Exhibiting restaurants and microbreweries will also compete for the coveted Taste of Miami “Grand Slam” award. The Grand Slam award is a “Best In Show”-form of recognition that will be determined by votes from the event’s attendees on each contest participant’s performance in the categories of Table Presentation and Taste. The winning entry will receive a 2016 Taste of Miami Grand Slam Trophy and a $1000 donation will also be made to the participant’s 501c3-classified charity of choice.

Saffron Supper Club at The Wynwood Yard 1/24/16

Saffron Supper Club at The Wynwood Yard
Sunday, 01/24/2016 – 05:30 pm – 08:30 pm
Saffron-Supper-Club-2The Wynwood Yard
56 NW 29 Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: $65 per person including service, welcome cocktail and wine pairings.

For our first dinner of 2016 we are partnering with innovative entreprenurial hub The Wynwood Yard for a vibrant al fresco feast showcasing this creative space.

Our focus for “Open Sesame” will be on the wonderous Tahini (techina), or sesame seed paste, a staple of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking.

We will have a progressive three-course dinner using the food trucks and culinary vendors at the Wynwood Yard including Della’s Test Kitchen, The Arabian Knife, Vibe 305 and of course the Saffron Supper Club team as well.

Menu details to be announced soon!

Reservations required.

Pisa & Pisco – An Italian and Peruvian Fusion DInner 1/26/16

Pisa & Pisco – An Italian and Peruvian Fusion DInner
Tuesday, 01/26/2016 – 06:30 pm –
MenuToscana Divino
900 s miami ave,
miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: $100

Toscana Divino is hosting a unique dinner event that combines two of the most renown cuisines in the world, Italian and Peruvian. The mix of cultures, history, ingredients, and flavors will be combined to create a harmony of colors and flavors.

The Pisa & Pisco dinner will take place at Toscana Divino on Tuesday, January 26th at 6.30pm. Chef Raymond Southern, from Rosario Resort in Orcas Island, WA will mix the two cuisines he is most passionate about to create a spectacular four-course menu, including the world famous Pisco Sour and wine pairings.

Four Courses Feast
Pisco Reception & Wine paring.
$100 per person

Call 305.371.2767 for Reservations

Loveblock Food & Wine Pairing at Oceanaire 1/20/16

Loveblock Food & Wine Pairing at Oceanaire
Wednesday, 01/20/2016 – 07:00 pm – 09:30 pm
Oceanaire Seafood Room
900 S. Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: $67 (all-inclusive), if purchased by 1/18 or $72, thereafter

The Oceanaire Seafood Room and Savor Tonight have teamed up to host a food and wine pairing event at the restaurant on Wed., Jan. 20 starting at 7 p.m.. This event will feature the exquisite Loveblock wines made by the famed winemaker Kim Crawford (though not to be confused with Kim Crawford wines) — and the delectable cuisine of Chef Kareem Anguin. Guests will enjoy a 5-course dinner menu and each course will be paired with a matching wine.

Cost for this dinner is $67, if purchased by Mon., Jan. 18 and $72, thereafter, if space is available. This includes the food and wine pairings, along with the tax and gratuity.

Debut Night Wynwood Beer Garden “Cerveceria 23 1/14/16

DEBUT NIGHT | Wynwood Beer Garden “Cerveceria 23
Thursday, 01/14/2016 – 06:00 pm – 01:00 am
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297 nw 23 st,
miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: FREE

Starting this Thursday, Cafeina Wynwood Lounge is hosting Cerveceria 23, a beer garden concept of German conceptual inspiration that brings $5 craft beers all night to the Wynwood neighborhood. Snag a spot in Cafeina’s lush mural garden and enjoy bottled craft beer from different regions of the US and Europe rotating every week!

NO COVER | $5 BEER All Night | $2 BBQ | Beer Sauce Parings
DJ Self Born | Artist Nate Dee Live Art Raffle | Super Ninendo

On kickoff night, indulge in a selection of four of Florida’s top craft beers for $5 all night:
— Coppertail Night Swim Porter
— Concrete Beach Rica
— Florida Beer Florida Lager
— Orange Blossom Pilsner Squared

Each beer purchase earns guests one raffle ticket to win live art painting by artist Nate Dee at the end of the night.

Enjoy BBQ perros, chicken kebabs, and ribs served in pairs for $2. All food items include your choice of one of three savory beer sauces made with the featured craft beer of the week.

Revel in sounds by DJ Self Born and get nostalgic with retro Super Nintendo video games such as Street Fighter 2, Mario Kart and more!

Kuro Restaurant at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino To Host Friends of James Beard Benefit 1/30/16

Kuro Restaurant at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino To Host Friends of James Beard Benefit
Saturday, 01/30/2016 – 07:30 pm –
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1 Seminole Way,
Hollywood, Florida 33314
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Cost: $250

Kuro, the critically acclaimed new-style Japanese restaurant at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, will host an exclusive, one-night-only Friends of James Beard Benefit dinner on Saturday, January 30, 2016, featuring a menu created by host and Kuro Executive Chef Alex Becker and a star-studded group of James Beard Award-winning chefs. The event, titled the “The Chef’s Palate,” will begin at 7:30 p.m.

The dinner, benefitting the James Beard Foundation (JBF), will be emceed by guest of honor, celebrity chef and Food Network star Robert Irvine. The event will kick off with an invitation only VIP cocktail reception at the hotel’s chic L Bar, where 50 attendees will have the opportunity to take part in a meet and greet with Irvine. Guests will then adjourn to Kuro for a five-course dinner, with each course prepared by one of the participating chefs, including Kuro host chef Alex Becker (Creative Culinary Director, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood); JBF Award Winner Norman Van Aken (Norman’s Orlando); JBF Award Winner Christopher Lee (Barcelona Wine Bar Restaurants); JBF Award Winner Allen Susser (Chef Allen’s Consulting); and JBF Award Nominee Pastry Chef Dahlia Narvaez (Mozza). The evening will conclude with a Q&A with the chefs moderated by Irvine. Attendees will also have the opportunity to bid, via silent auction, on a luxury Seminole Hard Rock Hotel package.

Doral Duet: BLT Prime Miami & M.I.A. Brewing To Present A Paired Craft Beer Dinner 1/21/16

Doral Duet: BLT Prime Miami & M.I.A. Brewing To Present A Paired Craft Beer Dinner
Thursday, 01/21/2016 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
BLT Prime
4400 NW 87th Ave,
Doral, Florida 33178
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Cost: $75

Nationally acclaimed steakhouse BLT Prime Miami will partner with local home-grown beer makers M.I.A. Brewing for a five course dinner featuring seasonal beers from the Doral-based brewery and tap room. Miami Herald Food Editor Evan Benn, a national beer writer for Esquire, Beer Advocate and other publications, will serve as host for the event; MIA Brewing owner Eddie Leon will also be in attendance.

The evening will get underway at 7 PM on Thursday, January 21st on the restaurant’s beautiful veranda overlooking the famed Blue Monster golf course (weather permitting). Reservations are required at 305-591-6066. Menu follows:

First Course:
Tuna Sashimi/Fennel Salad/Blood Orange Vin
Paired with MIA Baewatch – Light Belgian blonde, perky 6% ABV, dry hopped with Amarillo

Second Course:
Foie Gras/Black Cherry Pop Rocks/ Marcona Almond Granola
Paired with MIA Caramel Chameleon – Dark and rich Old ale caramelized in kettle for 18 hours. German alt yeast and Cherrywood

Third Course:
Braised Pork Shoulder/Parsnip Mash/Pork Cracklings
Paired with MIA Rye Tortugas – Galaxy red rye malt, ale Chinook bittering hops. Piney balance for the rye, dry hop, tropical fruity notes

Fourth Course:
Short Ribs/Smoked Bone Marrow /Truffle Risotto
Paired with MIA Calle Oatcho – Roasty dark chocolate held high by lactose (unfermented milk sugar), full bodied balance

Fifth Course:
Stout Cake/Malt Ice Cream/Caramel Oats Crisp
Paired with MIA Czarface Barrel-Aged Russian Imperial Stout – This medium bodied stout has a slight mealy quality and finishes with sweet cream. It’s a deceptively high octane sipper that rides safely on the edge.

Kuro Restaurant at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino To Host Friends of James Beard Benefit 1/21/16

Kuro Restaurant at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino To Host Friends of James Beard Benefit
Saturday, 01/30/2016 – 07:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
1 Seminole Way,
Hollywood, Florida 33314
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Cost: $250

Kuro, the critically acclaimed new-style Japanese restaurant at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, will host an exclusive, one-night-only Friends of James Beard Benefit dinner on Saturday, January 30, 2016, featuring a menu created by host and Kuro Executive Chef Alex Becker and a star-studded group of James Beard Award-winning chefs. The event, titled the “The Chef’s Palate,” will begin at 7:30 p.m.

The dinner, benefitting the James Beard Foundation (JBF), will be emceed by guest of honor, celebrity chef and Food Network star Robert Irvine. The event will kick off with an invitation only VIP cocktail reception at the hotel’s chic L Bar, where 50 attendees will have the opportunity to take part in a meet and greet with Irvine. Guests will then adjourn to Kuro for a five-course dinner, with each course prepared by one of the participating chefs, including Kuro host chef Alex Becker (Creative Culinary Director, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood); JBF Award Winner Norman Van Aken (Norman’s Orlando); JBF Award Winner Christopher Lee (Barcelona Wine Bar Restaurants); JBF Award Winner Allen Susser (Chef Allen’s Consulting); and JBF Award Nominee Pastry Chef Dahlia Narvaez (Mozza). The evening will conclude with a Q&A with the chefs moderated by Irvine. Attendees will also have the opportunity to bid, via silent auction, on a luxury Seminole Hard Rock Hotel package.

Giralda Under the Stars January 1/8/16

Giralda Under the Stars – January
Friday, 01/08/2016 – 07:00 pm – 12:00 am
December-Under-the-Stars-December-Invite1Giralda Avenue
Galiano Street,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Cost: Free

The Business Improvement District (BID) of Coral Gables makes dining dreams come true in one event with Giralda Under the Stars presented by Zacapa Rum dining al fresco series. More than a dozen restaurants and bars on the renowned Restaurant Row on Giralda Avenue, located between Ponce de Leon Boulevard and Galiano Street, will bring culinary excellence and libations outdoors for diners to enjoy, literally, under the stars. Restaurant Row will be closed to vehicular traffic, and participating restaurants will fill the street with tables and chairs, live music and entertainment from 7 p.m. to midnight every first Friday of the month through April 2016.

Presenting sponsor Zacapa Rum, once again, invites patrons to experience the award-winning blend of their ultra-premium rums and witness firsthand its international reputation for taste and quality. To complement the ultimate dining al fresco experience, the third event of the Giralda Under the Stars series on January 8th presents a live art installation by graffiti artist Orgie, live beats by Steven B. and string tunes by violinist Monty Bloom. Diners will enjoy musical performances, entertainment and activities that will vary every month and offer variety to each event in the series, including a Cool Kids Corner that will host fun, kid-friendly activities and entertainment until 9 p.m. This month, guests will also be able to unleash their creative side and participate in designing an interactive community mural.

New Year’s Eve at the National Hotel 12/31/15

New Year’s Eve at the National Hotel
Thursday, 12/31/2015 – 12/31/2015 08:30 pm – 01:00 am
The National Hotel
1677 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Cost: Free

The National Hotel Miami, the cinematic Art Deco treasure in the heart of South Beach, will shimmy and shake into 2016 with a New Year’s Eve Supper Club and 75th anniversary celebration on Thursday, Dec. 31st for $125. Starting at 8:30 p.m. guests will be greeted with a welcome glass of champagne, party favors and hors d’oeuvres including Spicy Orange Duck Bites and Short Rib Blue Cheese Tartlets served family style. An all-you-can-eat buffet, with seatings until 11 p.m., will feature a French Onion Soup Bar, King Prawn Salad, and Tequila Cured Salmon, wild Atlantic salmon steaks served with a Dijon dill dressing. Entrees include Rack of Lamb, Beef Wellington and New Zealand Mussels, steamed green shell mussels finished with saffron wild rice. The meal will conclude with an array of French Pastries, Mousses and Tortes. Until 1 a.m., The Cabaret South Beach, an ensemble of singing and dancing musicians, will provide live entertainment to dance the night, and year, away. For more information or to make a reservation, please call, 305-423-7211.

Toscana Royale 12/31/15

Toscana Royale
Thursday, 12/31/2015 – 05:00 pm –
TD-NYE-back-8.5x11Toscana Divino
900 s miami ave,
miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: $55

Bring in the 2016 in style at Toscana Royale, Toscana Divino’s James Bond Casino Royale inspired New Year’s Eve Dinner. Try your luck at the roulette table with a professional croupier from Venezia for your chance to win unique gifts. The evening includes a menu including fine caviar and foie gras.

The Seatings:

The Mi6 Early Dining from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 pm will give all guests a chance to win exclusive masks from Venice and unique artistic pieces from Florence.

The Bond Dining from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. A vocalist performing classic New Year’s melodies will accompany your dinner, and provide a refined backdrop while you and your friends play at the roulette table.

The Ultimate Casino Royale Party seating from 9:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. with Dj Corrado Rizza taking us into the fabulous 80’s era with his “I Love the Nightlife” show.

Terra, Mare and Orto are the three dimensions of the unique menu prepared by the Chefs of Toscana Divino. The menu will includes a combination of oysters, foie gras and caviar with local and traditional dishes to arouse your palate with new and rich flavors.

Baptist Health South Florida to Host 45th Annual Orange Bowl Prayer Breakfast 12/29/15

Baptist Health South Florida to Host 45th Annual Orange Bowl Prayer Breakfast
Tuesday, 12/29/2015 – 07:30 am –
Baptist-Health-South-FloridaJungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Cost: $30 each and sponsorships for tables of 10 start at $500

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will honor student-athletes, coaches and communities that are committed to making a difference in young people’s lives through faith and fellowship at its 45th annual Orange Bowl Prayer Breakfast. Sponsored by Baptist Health South Florida, the prayer breakfast will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 29 at 7:30 a.m. at Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail. Players and coaches from Oklahoma and Clemson, the teams playing in this year’s Capital One Orange Bowl game, are scheduled to attend.
The event, emceed by Don Bailey Jr., will feature keynote speaker Charlie Ward, the 1993 Heisman Trophy winner and two-sport standout at Florida State University as a quarterback in football and point guard in basketball. Ward subsequently led the FSU Seminoles to their first-ever National Championship under legendary Coach Bobby Bowden. Though undrafted by the NFL in 1994, he became a first-round draft pick of the New York Knicks, helping them reach the playoffs for six straight years. Today he holds the distinction of being the only Heisman winner to play in the NBA. He played 11 seasons in the NBA with New York, San Antonio and Houston, then served as an assistant coach with the Houston Rockets for two years.
In addition, Dennis Hickey, the Miami Dolphins general manager, will also make remarks. Hickey is responsible for football operations and administration, including directing the college and pro personnel departments. He directs all scouting efforts involving the college draft, free agency, the Canadian Football League and personnel of the other 31 NFL teams. He joined the Dolphins after spending 18 years with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, including three seasons as the team’s director of player personnel.
The event is open to the public. Tickets for the Baptist Health Orange Bowl Prayer Breakfast are $30 each and sponsorships for tables of 10 start at $500. For ticket information, call 786-752-0845 or email NWilbanks@fca.org. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. The event will also feature raffles for exclusive travel and leisure prizes.

About Baptist Health South Florida
Baptist Health South Florida is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence (Miami Cancer Institute, Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute and Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute). The not-for-profit, faith-based Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,300 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America for 15 years. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

Christmas 2015 Four-Course Feast of Fishes 12/24/15

Christmas 2015 Four-Course Feast of Fishes
Thursday, 12/24/2015 – 06:00 pm –
Screen-Shot-2015-12-15-at-12.13.11-PMCORSAIR by scott conant
19999 W Country Club Dr,
Aventura, Florida 33180
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Cost: $75/person

First Course
Hamachi Crudo | pickled rhubarb, spiced chillies, ginger oil & crisp shallots

Second Course
Grilled Octopus | fingerling potatoes, capers & taggiasca olives

Third Course (choose one)
Squid Ink Campanelle | baby clams, mussels & calamari
Seared Halibut | white bean & broccoli rabe ragu

Fourth Course
Malted Chocolate Cake | vanilla ice cream

Izzy’s Fish and Oyster’s New Years Eve Special Menu 12/31/15

Izzy’s Fish and Oyster’s New Years Eve Special Menu
Thursday, 12/31/2015 – 06:00 pm –
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423 Washington Ave,
Miami, Florida 33139
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Cost: $125 per person

Oysters & Caviar, Chives, Imperial Oscietra, Sumac

Ivory Coast Prawn, Shellfish Butter Broth, Siberian Oscietra Caviar

Beef Cheek “Thermidor” with Main Blue Lobster, Caluga Caviar
Haricot Verts, Almonds, Parsley Root, Black Truffle

Whipped Dark Chocolate Mousse, Fresh Berries, Candied Pistachios
**Happy Hour will remain same from 5pm-7pm with dinner service beginning at 6pm.
Limited A la carte menu will include Lobster Rolls, Clam Bellies, Clam Chowder, Snap Pea Salad, Grouper Entree and fresh Oysters.

Christmas 2015 Special Offerings 12/24/15

Christmas 2015 Special Offerings
Thursday, 12/24/2015 – 06:00 pm –
Screen-Shot-2015-12-15-at-2.04.47-PMBourbon Steak Miami
19999 W. Country Club Drive,
Aventura, Florida 33180
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Cost: $275 pp++ | +$75 pp for featured wine pairings

Appetizers
Quail Consomme|perigord truffle dumplings ($19)
Smoked Hamachi Crudo | Maine lobster, baby beets & hijiki ($24)

Entrées
Maine Sea Scallops |caramelized salsify, perigord truffles & beurre rouge ($45)
American Kobe Filet “Rossini” | crispy shallot potato cake, foie gras & pinot reduction ($75)

Dessert
Triple Chocolate Pecan Tart | citrus chantilly, tongan vanilla ice cream ($14)

New Year’s Eve 2015 Five-Course Menu 12/31/15

New Year’s Eve 2015 Five-Course Menu
Thursday, 12/31/2015 – 06:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2015-12-15-at-12.13.11-PM1CORSAIR by scott conant
19999 W Country Club Dr,
Aventura, Florida 33180
No Link
Cost: $85/person

Amuse
Hamachi Crudo | pickled rhubarb, spiced chillies, ginger oil & crisp shallots

Appetizer (choose one)
Tuna & Yellowtail Tartare | imported caviar, avocado & crisp shallots
Farmer’s Market Salad | shaved vegetables & truffled pecorino

Pasta
Gnocchi Pomodoro – for the table
Short Rib of Beef “Lasagna” | taleggio fonduta
(Truffle supplement|+$40)

Entrée (choose one)
Roasted Filet Mignon | potato puree, cipollini & braised swiss chard
Free-range Chicken | polenta, baby carrots, hazelnuts & fegato sauce
Seared Halibut | white bean & broccoli rabe ragu

Dessert (choice)
CORSAIR sundae
Milk Chocolate Budino

Complimentary petite fours

Izzys’ Fish and Oyster Feast of Seven Fishes 12/24/15

Izzys’ Fish and Oyster Feast of Seven Fishes
Thursday, 12/24/2015 – 06:00 pm –
Screen-Shot-2015-12-15-at-12.48.37-PMIzzy’s Fish & Oyster
423 Washington Ave,
Miami, Florida 33139
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Cost: $85 /person or $150 couple Wine Pairing Supplement $50/ person

TO SHARE
Parker House Rolls with Local Salted Honey Butter | Root Vegetables, Herb Roasted, Melted Shallots, Chestnuts

SEVEN FISH
Alaskan King Crab with Lemon Puree, Spicy Herbs

Dressed Clams, Sauce Vierge, Tomato, Oregano

PEI Mussels“Bruschetta Style” White Balsamic

Oysters on the half shell served with Champagne Mignonette

Madagascar Prawn Chowder with Potato and Melted Leeks

Lobster Tagliolini, Castelevetrano Olives, Parsley, Grana Padano

East Coast Halibut Cheeks, Capers, Brown Butter, White Anchovy

DESSERT
Grandma Celia’s Lemon Meringue Pie

Wynwood Piano Bar Pop-Up 12/11/15

Wynwood Piano Bar Pop-Up
Friday, 12/11/2015 – 06:00 pm –
12308145_1115583958460986_95220965854543584_o1Cafeina Wynwood lounge
297 nw 23 st,
miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: FREE

This Friday, experience a New York Piano Bar in Miami!

The #‎WynwoodPianoBar Pop-Up invites you to enjoy $5 cocktails, beer, wine and tapas to fuel your tipsy sing-a-longs~ 

Sing-a-longs lead by the talented pianist Dr. Wayne. Sounds by DJ Miner after the show.
21+ Only. 
PATRONS MUST RSVP AT www.wynwoodpianobar.com

Join the event: https://www.facebook.com/events/815198368607424/

Pairings at Ted’s Presents Alumnus Jake Goldbas with Holiday Bonanza 12/18/15, 12/19/15

Pairings at Ted’s Presents Alumnus Jake Goldbas with Holiday Bonanza
Friday, 12/18/2015 – 12/19/2015 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Jake-GoldbasYoungArts Campus
2100 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: 35-95

Pairings at Ted’s is an all-new series pairing world-class performances with a themed culinary experience by STARR Catering Group. A contemporary take on the traditional dinner and a show format, supper club-inspired evenings are set atop the YoungArts Tower. For December’s pairings, Jake Goldbas (2007 YoungArts Winner in Jazz) riffs on the holidays with his jazz all-star YoungArts alumni cast featuring Benny Benack (2009 Winner in Jazz/Trumpet), Emmet Cohen (2008 & 2009 Winner in Jazz/Keyboard), and special guests Kate Goldbas, and Dion Kerr.

Prix Fixe Dinner & A Show $95 per person / General Admission $35 per person with a $25 minimum on food & beverage purchases.

Conrad Miami Brunch With Santa 12/13/15

Conrad Miami Brunch With Santa
Sunday, 12/13/2015 – 12:00 pm – 03:00 pm
santaAtrio Restaurant & Wine Room
1395 Brickell Ave,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: Adults: $79, Children 5-12: $21

Santa Claus is coming to Conrad Miami. Children can have their picture taken while sharing their holiday wish list with Santa himself who will join guests for a Holiday Brunch at Atrio Restaurant + Wine Room. Brunch with Santa will be held on Sunday, December 13 from noon to 3:00 p.m. featuring breakfast delicacies, special holiday treats and more. (Adults: $79, Children 5-12: $21)

Christmas Dinner at Mama Mia’s 12/25/15

Christmas Dinner at Mama Mia’s
Friday, 12/25/2015 – 01:00 pm – 11:00 pm
new-doc-2_1Mama Mia’s
1818 S Young Cir,
Hollywood, Florida 33020
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Cost: $29.95

Why spend the holidays slaving over a hot stove, when you can truly enjoy the holidays spending time with your family. Mama Mia Italian Ristorante is proud to announce it’s 5 course, 7 seafood Christmas Dinner. This a great alternative to the traditional South Florida tradition of pork everything. For the momentous occasion Mama Mia’s has special holiday hours, on December 24 at 11:30 a.m. and on the grand day December 25 at 1:00 p.m. So enjoy for only $29.95 per person, the regular menu is also available and we highly recommend reservations.

Mama Mia Italian Ristorante

1818 South Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020

For more information: www.miagrill.com

Sunday Brunch at P&B South Beach 12/6/15

Sunday Brunch at P&B South Beach
Sunday, 12/06/2015 – 12:00 pm –
Brunch_Menu-page-001Sunday Brunch at P&B South Beach
101 Ocean Dr,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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P&B’s Chef Lopez’s menu for Sunday brunch features French and Spanish-inspired cuisine, as well as traditional American breakfast options. With P&B offers a great bang-for-your-buck pricing their Sunday brunch buffet at $49 ($39 for ladies) for the salad, breakfast, raw bar, hot, pizza & pasta & quiches and dessert stations. Buffet style brunch means each plate should be overflowing with different delicious foods to start the day right. With so many options, everyone will leave with full stomachs and happy hearts. Brunch also includes a glass of everyone’s favorite morning drink, the Mimosa. Unlimited Mimosas and Bellinis are also offered on the menu.

Lizarran Art Basel Pop-Up MiMo Gallery 12/4/15

Lizarran Art Basel Pop-Up MiMo Gallery
Friday, 12/04/2015 – 05:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Lizarran-Art-Basel-Event-FlyerLizarran Courtyard
6300 NE 4th Court,
Miami, Florida 33138
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Cost: Free

Celebrate the arrival of both Art Basel and Lizarran as they return to their only U.S. home city, Miami! Join Lizarran as the internationally recognized Spanish Mediterranean restaurant hosts a pop up gallery with music and artist installations by IKORMA, Alfredo Borjas and Rodrigo Gonsalves. Enjoy Lizarran’s famed pintxos and homemade recipes such as the gazpacho and pintxo de tortilla Espanola from the brands only food truck!

International Drag Brunch 12/5/15

International Drag Brunch
Saturday, 12/05/2015 – 11:30 am – 04:00 pm
11012830_969351546454736_2519808069430116135_nPalace Bar
1200 Ocean Drive,
Miami, Florida 33139
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Cost: $39.99

***INTERNATIONAL BRUNCH SATURDAYS AT PALACE***

We’ve expanded our brunch programming to include the entire weekend! That’s right, Sunday’s famous drag brunch is now available on Saturday’s with an international twist!

Join host Noel Leon and a flock of latin drag queens performing your favorite numbers; from Celia Cruz to Ariana Grande down to legendary La Lupe. Choose a delicious entree from a new weekly list of international brunch favorites like; authentic Mexican chilaquiles or chimichurri-bathed steak with scrambled eggs and queso blanco. And honey, the drinks are still unlimited but we’re going harder with tequila Margaritas for the entire brunch seating! We’ve even got a sexy live percussionist to get your body moving, and DJ Josh Riptide spinning today’s most infectious sounds!

So let’s review: Drag Shows, Amazing Food, Bottomless Margaritas, Live Music, AND NO WORK THE NEXT DAY. We think you just found your new favorite brunch. We’ll see you at INTERNATIONAL SATURDAY BRUNCH!

Click here to book your table now:

http://palacesouthbeach.com/reservations/

(seatings at 11:30am and 2:00pm)

Hair of the Dog Brunch by Miami Food Pug 12/13/15

Hair of the Dog Brunch by Miami Food Pug
Sunday, 12/13/2015 – 11:30 am – 04:00 pm
Batch Gastropub
30 SW 12th St,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: $23.95

Plan ahead your Sunday Funday with a delicious brunch hosted by the Miami Food Pug. This December 13th, starting at 11:30 a.m., you can join Miami Food Pug and Batch Gastropub in the special brunch event “The Hair of The Dog”. For $23.95, attendees will enjoy amazing family-style fritters, an entree choice of eggs benedict, carolina hash, drunken french toast, or brisket burger with cheddar and a complimentary drink. $5 mimosas, sangrias and bellinis will be available throughout the whole event so drink up. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of an amazing brunch with family and friends!

MENU
– Family-Style Fritters for all of the guests
– Complimentary mimosa, sangria or bellini
– $5 mimosas/sangrias/bellinis/bloody mary’s
– Entree choice of eggs benedict, carolina hash, drunken french toast, or brisket burger with cheddar

Soul and Spirits presented by Standard Textile #ArtBasel 12/5/15

Soul and Spirits Presented by Standard Textile #ArtBasel
Saturday, 12/05/2015 – 04:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Soul-and-Spirits-Dec-5-Art-BaselThe Wynwood Yard
56 NW 29th St,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: Free with RSVP

Continue your Basel weekend with a very special yoga session by D.C.’s own, Grip The Mat who will lead you through their nationally acclaimed: Soul and Spirits featuring complimentary organic cocktails to put you in the mood for our Happy Hour hang from 6-8PM featuring drink specials, delicious eats, and the greatest vibes around.

Grip The Mat is revamping the yoga practice, one handcrafted cocktail at a time. They believe in mind-body balance and offline socializing, so they host pop-up events that pair yoga with social experiences. Join them for one of their signature event series including Bendy Brunch (yoga + champagne brunch) or Vino to Vinyasa (yoga + wine tastings). All Grip The Mat yoga sessions are mixed-level so newcomers and advanced yogis can feel good!

Please bring your yoga mats and great vibes. Class will start promptly at 4:30pm.

Free with RSVP.

BØRNS Presented by Standard Textile #ArtBasel 12/4/15

BØRNS Presented by Standard Textile #ArtBasel
Friday, 12/04/2015 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
BØRNS-Presented-by-Standard-Textile-Dec-4-Art-BaselThe Wynwood Yard
56 NW 29th St,
Miami, Florida 33127
Eventbrite
Cost: Free with RSVP

Art Basel is here and The Wynwood Yard has the best week-long musical lineup in the city!

Fall under the spell of American singer-songwriter, BØRNS, whose powerful presence has graced stages around the world from Lollapalooza, to London and now our very home. His new album Dopamine is out now, but catch the magic in person on Basel Friday! Then, enjoy a bumping afterparty brought to you by Miami’s Motown vinyl master, Mr. Brown, ’til the wee hours of the morning.

Spend your days at The Wynwood Yard, tasting grub from each of the on-site trucks: della test kitchen, Myumi, Vibe305, and Arabian Knife, plus enjoy mouth-watering cocktails at Thyme or check out the artists in residency: DidiRok and Jenny Perez all thanks to Standard Textile & more!

Free w/ RSVP Here: theprismmusicgroup.eventbrite.com

Vinyasa to Vino Presented by Standard Textile #ArtBasel 12/4/15

Vinyasa to Vino Presented by Standard Textile #ArtBasel
Friday, 12/04/2015 – 04:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Vinyasa-to-Vino-Presented-by-Standard-Textile-Dec-4-Art-BaselThe Wynwood Yard
56 NW 29th St,
Miami, Florida 33127
Eventbrite
Cost: Free with RSVP

Start the weekend off with a very special yoga session by D.C.’s own, Grip The Mat who will lead you through their nationally acclaimed: Vinyasa to Vino featuring complimentary wine tastings to put you in the mood for our Happy Hour hang from 6-8PM featuring drink specials, delicious eats, and the greatest vibes around.

Grip The Mat is revamping the yoga practice, one handcrafted cocktail at a time. They believe in mind-body balance and offline socializing, so they host pop-up events that pair yoga with social experiences. Join them for one of their signature event series including Bendy Brunch (yoga + champagne brunch) or Soul & Spirits (yoga + organic cocktails). All Grip The Mat yoga sessions are mixed-level so newcomers and advanced yogis can feel good!

Please bring your yoga mats and great vibes. Class will start promptly at 4:30pm.

Free with RSVP.

Patrick & The Swayzees presented by Standard Textile #ArtBasel 12/3/15

Patrick & The Swayzees Presented by Standard Textile #ArtBasel
Thursday, 12/03/2015 – 07:00 pm – 12:00 am
Patrick-and-the-Swayzees-Art-BaselThe Wynwood Yard
56 NW 29th St,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: Free with RSVP

Art Basel is a time for traveling the world through brilliant art, but why not take a trip back in time while you’re at it?

Thurday night at The Wynwood Yard will be one for the books as we kick-off with a mixer happy hour from 6-8pm featuring tasty drink specials and genuine good vibes. Then, bounce back to America’s golden era with a house-burning, roof-raising, panty-dropping performance by the human jukebox all the way from Key West: Patrick & The Swayzees! All that sweating will make you want to jam harder so stay for an after party DJ set by local music maven, Pirate Stereo.

Relish in the magic of our city as you savor the culinary creations by our city’s brightest chefs at the on-site food trucks: della test kitchen, Vibe305, Arabian Knife, and Myumi. Try hand-crafted drinks by Thyme, and get inspired with artist residencies by local masterminds: DidiRok and Jenny Perez. The Wynwood Yard Basel lineup is presented by Standard Textile.

RSVP Required

Local Legends Presented by Standard Textile – #ArtBasel 12/2/15

Local Legends Presented by Standard Textile // Dec 2 // Art Basel
Wednesday, 12/02/2015 – 07:00 pm – 12:00 am
The Wynwood Yard
56 NW 29th St,
Miami, Florida 33127
Eventbrite
Cost: Free with RSVP

3 powerful bands. One strong culture game.

A night dedicated to celebrating local badassery on stage and off. Let’s show the Basel-goers just how powerfully diverse our culture scene is with some of Miami’s current greatest artists!

Kick off your Basel week with a local happy hour hang at The Wynwood Yard from 6-8pm featuring drink specials and more. Then, fall under a hometown spell with an opening set by Electronic Disco-Funk outfit: Psychic Mirrors. The night will pick up a notch with the always electrifying Hip-Hop kings: ArtOfficial, with Miami’s favorite Latin Funk powerhouse, Spam Allstars closing out the night. True 305 love at its finest.

Spend the night among Miami’s local legends as you savor the culinary creations by our city’s brightest chefs at the on-site food trucks: della test kitchen, Vibe305, Arabian Knife, and Myumi. Try hand-crafted drinks by Thyme, and get inspired with artist residencies by local masterminds: DidiRok and Jenny Perez. The Wynwood Yard Basel lineup is presented by Standard Textile and in partnership with Perrier.

Free with RSVP.

Hannya Holiday Menu 12/1/15

Hannya Holiday Menu
Sunday, 12/01/2015 – 01/01/2016 10:30 am – 10:30 pm
Hannya-Holiday-menuHannya
1063 Brickell Plaza,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost:

As the temperature gets cooler, there are even cooler specials at Hannya. For only $50 per person you can enjoy a three course meal along with the perfectly paired sake. Chef Larry Chi has hand selected this menu for the month of December till January. This varied menu includes Atlantic Salmon wrapped with thinly sliced cucumbers with massage and to top it off a massage cilantro vinaigrette. The entree includes delightful items like Tuna Tartare, chopped tuna with seasoned with spices and chopped avocado. Then the Tuna is drizzled to perfection with olive oil, sesame oil and lime. It wouldn’t be a complete experience without Hannya’s most famous sushi roll, the Dragon Roll and Hannya Roll both are fan favorites. You can not forget about the dessert the Hannya Sake Sorbet is new on the menu and must try. For more information check out: http://www.hannyarestaurants.com/ or contact Hannya at 305-808-5833.

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hannya-holiday-menu-tickets-19733715073
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/437343439791785/

P&B 2016 New Years Eve Party 12/31/15

P&B 2016 New Years Eve Party
Thursday, 12/31/2015 – 01/01/2016 09:00 pm – 01:00 am
NYE_PB1Plethore et Balthazar
101 Ocean Dr,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Cost: Please contact Plethore et Balthazar for ticket purchase. (305) 672-6624

They say how you start the new year will determine how the rest of your year will be, so start off 2016 the right way at the party of the year at Pléthore et Balthazar in South Beach! P&B knows how to take care of their guests, so with your ticket purchase, you will be able to join in on the fun, which includes an open bar, complimentary tapas, and live performances by Ollie Sanders and Giovannetti. A New Years Eve celebration wouldn’t be complete without fireworks, and P&B is making no exception; enjoy this colorful lightshow poolside under the stars, or under your own cabana. Count down the last seconds of 2015 with a drink in hand, or a couple, and friends by your side, and make it the most memorable night of the year.

Thanksgiving at Bourbon Steak Miami 11/26/15

Thanksgiving at Bourbon Steak Miami
Thursday, 11/26/2015 – 11/26/2015 05:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Bourbon Steak Miami
W Country Club Dr,
Aventura, Florida 33180
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Cost: $85 pre fixe menu

Enjoy a stress-free Thanksgiving at Bourbon Steak Miami!

3-course menu offered in addition to the A La Carte menu

Appetizer: Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Nantucket Bay Scallops, Creme Fraiche, Crispy Sage

Main Course: Wood-Grilled Free Range Turkey
Brioche-cornbread-foie gas Stuffing, Tangerine Cranberry Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Cider Glazed Yams, Truffled Giblet Gravy

Dessert:
Pumpkin Pie Parfait
Spiced Pumpkin Ice Cream, Toasted Meringue

For reservations, please call (786) 279-6600

Photographs and Video from the Seed Food and Wine Festival Tasting Village by Mr Q 305

Video and images of The Seed Food and Wine Festival Tasting Village.Held in MANA Wynwood and showcasing whole and organic foods, the Seed Food and Wine Festival Tasting Village in Miami welcomed thousands of Foodies who were able to enjoy free samplings at the ultimate day of plant-based health, wellness conscious and sustainable living.

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There was something for everybody: A beer garden, live music, Chef Demonstrations, Miami Book Fair Speaker Stage, yoga lounge, fitness zone, crafts, apparel, edible garden demonstrations, organic cruelty free beauty bar, over 80 restaurants, bakeries, brands, wines, spirits, juices sampling and delicious plant based treats.This video includes sound bites with:Alison Burgos – Co-Founder of the Seed Food and Wine FestivalVeronica Menin – Love Life Wellness CenterLori Zito – President Choices Organic CaféCarla Lee – CEO Carla Lee’s Nut BurgersWillliam Ltaif – SmartbitestogoValentina Poulos – Parlour Vegan BakeryRyan Bauhaus – Atlas Meat Free DelicatessenThe Tasting Village was presented by: Whole Foods Market – www.wholefoods.com , Miami International Book Fair – www.miamibookfair.com and Driscoll’s Berries – www.driscolls.com

A+E 1 Year Anniversary Party 11/28/15

A+E 1 Year Anniversary Party
Saturday, 11/28/2015 – 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Canvas Miami
90 NE 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Cost: Free with RSVP

Happy birthday to the Arts + Entertainment District!

Join us in celebrating our first year of creative accomplishments, community growth, and cultural development in the urban village we have come to call home, all thanks to you! The evening will feature live performances by Mr. Pauer and Locos Por Juana, a photo gallery featuring our Adobe Photo Jam winner, Max Reed, live art by Blank Canvas winner, Jenny Perez, grub by Cheeseburger Baby, Gaucho Ranch, Vice City Bean, Mad Chiller, and Les Petits Sucres, & organic cocktails.

RSVP Required.

Lizarran Food Truck at MiMo Lizarran Courtyard 11/19/15, 11/20/15, 11/25/15

Lizarran Food Truck at MiMo Lizarran Courtyard
Thursday, 11/19/2015 – 11/25/2015 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Lizarran Courtyard
6300 NE 4th Court,
Miami, Florida 33139
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Cost: Free

Lizarran is back in Miami making their U.S. debut with the brand’s first ever food truck! Lizarran will be serving their signature Spanish Mediterranean fare offering a variety of their internationally recognized pintxos such as the tortilla Española with jamón serrano and cones of croquettes and Nutella topped churros. Founded in 1988 in Stiges, Spain, Lizarran transports you to the Spanish Mediterranean with a modern twist.

International Drag Brunch 11/21/2015

International Drag Brunch
Saturday, 11/21/2015 – 11:30 am – 04:00 pm
IMG_1946_1900Palace Bar
1200 Ocean Drive,
Miami, Florida 33139
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Cost: $39.99

***INTERNATIONAL BRUNCH SATURDAYS AT PALACE***
We’ve expanded our brunch programming to include the entire weekend! That’s right, Sunday’s famous drag brunch is now available on Saturday’s with an international twist!

Join host Noel Leon and a flock of Latin drag queens performing your favorite numbers; from Celia Cruz to Ariana Grande down to legendary La Lupe. Choose a delicious entree from a new weekly list of international brunch favorites like; authentic Mexican chilaquiles or chimichurri-bathed steak with scrambled eggs and queso blanco. And honey, the drinks are still unlimited but we’re going harder with tequila Margaritas for the entire brunch seating! We’ve even got a sexy live percussionist to get your body moving, and DJ Josh Riptide spinning today’s most infectious sounds!

So let’s review: Drag Shows, Amazing Food, Bottomless Margaritas, Live Music, AND NO WORK THE NEXT DAY. We think you just found your new favorite brunch. We’ll see you at INTERNATIONAL SATURDAY BRUNCH!

Click here to book your table now:
http://palacesouthbeach.com/reservations/

(seatings at 11:30am and 2:00pm)

Giralda Under the Stars “Winter Wonderland” 12/4/15

Giralda Under the Stars “Winter Wonderland”
Friday, 12/04/2015 – 07:00 pm – 01:00 am
December-Under-the-Stars-December-InviteGiralda Avenue
Giralda Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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The Business Improvement District of Coral Gables (BID) is ready for the holidays with its Winter Wonderland-themed Giralda Under the Stars presented by Zacapa Rum event on December 4, 2015. More than a dozen restaurants and bars on the renowned Restaurant Row on Giralda Avenue, located between Ponce de Leon Boulevard and Galiano Street, will bring culinary excellence and libations outdoors for diners to enjoy, literally, under the stars. Restaurant Row will be closed to vehicular traffic and participating restaurants will fill the street with tables and chairs, live music and entertainment from 7 p.m. to midnight every first Friday of the month through April 2016. For December’s event, expect all things winter, including carolers and snow. Giralda Under the Stars will have a “snow village” where diners will feel like they are on vacation out of Miami for the night with flurries falling from the sky and snow on the ground to make snowmen and snow angels.

Participating restaurants this year include: Bangkok Bangkok, Castelluccio, Divino Ceviche, Ikura Sushi Lounge, Miss Saigon Bistro, Spritz of Coral Gables, Talavera, The Bar, The Local Craft Food & Drink, as well as newcomers this year; La Dorada Restaurant, known for its award-winning Spanish cuisine, and Amore Gelato Art Caffe, which will be adding a sweet touch to the event.

Batch Gastropub’s Holiday Shopping Party Sip & Shop 12/2/15

Batch Gastropub’s Holiday Shopping Party Sip & Shop
Thursday, 12/02/2015 – 06:30 pm – 10:00 pm
SHOP AND SIP_Template_inviteBatch Gastropub
30 SW 12th St,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Grab your girlfriends and head on over to Batch on December 2nd , 2015 while you sip on cocktails and shop away. Your favorite Instagram boutiques and brands are hosting a special pop up just for the holiday season. Shop vendors such as Lovestrung, M & CO, Fox Candles, Sincerely ALC Boutique and LUNA Miami just to name a few and get a head start on your Holiday shopping list.
Visit our Glam Station courtesy of 212 Beauty for mini manicures, make up touch ups and a braid bar! Get your henna on with complimentary small hennas by The Henna Touch too! When you finish head over to our photo area and snap a pic with your new look.
Don’t forget to RSVP and receive a free glass of wine or well cocktail on us till 8:30pm as well as Wine and Whiskey Specials all night such as $5 Jim beam, $6 Jameson and $20 Bottomless Sangria and Sparking Wine. Bring your wallets and get ready to sip and shop the night away at Brickell’s favorite gastropub.
RSVP at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/basel-edition-sip-and-shop-at-batch-gastropub-tickets-19492424366

Leonardo da Vinci Historical Wine Dinner 12/1/15

Leonardo da Vinci Historical Wine Dinner
Tuesday, 12/01/2015 – 08:00 pm –
Leonardo-da-vinci-dinnerToscana Divino
900 s miami ave,
miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: 100

Following the great success of its first historical dinner inspired by Catherine De Medici, Toscana Divino, the premiere modern Italian restaurant and wine bar located in the heart of Mary Brickell Village, is proud to announce the second in a series of unique wine dinners, this time honoring Leonardo Da Vinci, arguably the most important Tuscan in history.

Most will remember the most eclectic genius of all times as a painter, mathematician, engineer, inventor, sculptor, architect, geologist, cartographer, botanist, writer, among other talents. What you may not know is that Leonardo extensively opined on food, and created original recipes and tools used in modern cooking and dining today.

Travel back 500 years back with us and let Leonardo bring the dinner to life as he interacts with guests and tells his stories on what he was eating, what he thought we should eat, and how he combined food and art. Centuries later, what Jesus and the apostles dined on in Leonardo’s masterpiece, The Last Supper, is still a subject of debate. Leonardo’s favorite foods ranged from exotic foods to what are now staples of the Tuscan and Italian cuisine – and you will have the opportunity to taste them all.

In keeping with Leonardo’s environment and culture, each dish will be paired with Tuscan wine presented by the Frescobaldi Wineries. The history of the Frescobaldi family begins during the same period as the birth of the banking industry in Medieval Florence. The Frescobaldis quickly became the absolute protagonists of political and economic life, earning themselves the right to the title “treasurers to the English Crown”.

The Frescobaldi family started in wine production in Florence at the beginning of the 1300s and quickly garnered a reputation for the highest quality wine. By the 1500’s, the Frescobaldi wines were served at the tables of the Papal Court and the English Court of Henry the Eighth.

In conjunction with Art Basel, the night will feature a display of Alessandro Reggioli, a young and established Italian artist from Florence, whose work was inspired by Leonardo’s lifelong study of the flight and the human heart.

The Leonardo Da Vinci Historical Wine Dinner will be held on December 1st at 8:00 p.m. and cost $100 plus tax and gratuity. For more information, please call 305-371-2767 or visit toscanadivino.com

around the LATIN WINE 12/11/15

around the LATIN WINE
Friday, 12/11/2015 – 05:00 pm – 09:00 pm
around-the-latin-wine-decemberSteak Brasil Churrascaria
190 Southeast 1st Avenue,
miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: $50

Steak Brasil Churrascaria is excited to host the second in a series “around the Latin Wine” in their Downtown Miami Area establishment. After the success of the series last month, they are more than excited to announce the December series. For only $50 person come enjoy the best wine selection from Chile, Argentina, Brazil and Spain. Each savory glass of wine will be perfectly paired with cheeses, serrano ham, sausages, picana, salgainhos and to sweeten your palate chocolates and fruits. So come enjoy the modern twist on the tradition happy hour with over 24 wine choices and help out a wonderful south florida charity. The event will take place on December 11 at 5-9 pm, purchase you tickets on Eventbrite to secure you space at xxx. Steak Brail Churrascaria is located in the heart of Downtown Miami at 190 SE 1st Ave. For more information call (305)415-2006 or visit their website at steakbrasil.com.

Thanksgiving in SOBE: Plethore et Balthazar 11/26/15

Thanksgiving in SOBE: Plethore et Balthazar
Thursday, 11/26/2015 – 11:00 am – 12:00 am
PB-69-Thanksgiving-Dinner-MenuPlethore et Balthazar
101 Ocean Dr,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Say goodbye to all the preparation and cooking time that goes into your homemade Thanksgiving lunch/dinners. Come over to P&B to have that same homemade and traditional Thanksgiving food that we all know and love, all with a French twist. You can expect succulent comfort dishes such as the Stuffed Roasted Turkey, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Grilled Scallops and Butternut Cream, and Pumpkin & Pecan Pie. Whether you celebrate the holiday with your whole family or a couple friends, P&B will make you feel right at home with their homemade meals that will have you wanting seconds and leaving stuffed, as usual every year on Thanksgiving.

Conrad Miami Family Style Thanksgiving Lunch & Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner 11/26/15

Conrad Miami Family Style Thanksgiving Lunch & Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner
Thursday, 11/26/2015 – 12:00 pm – 04:00 pm
Atrio Restaurant & Wine Room
1395 Brickell Ave,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: Adults $51, Children $21; $59 Dinner

Description: Conrad Miami’s Atrio Restaurant + Wine Room will help you get the holidays started right with this year’s Thanksgiving Day Feast. A Family Style Lunch will be served from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, followed by a Thanksgiving Dinner beginning at 5:00 PM. The Thanksgiving Feast will feature appetizers like Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque, entrees like Vermont Butter Roasted Turkey and desserts like delectable pecan pie.

Spencer Finch’s Artistic Ice Cream Truck Comes To Miami 12/2/15, 12/3/15, 12/4/15, 12/5/15

Spencer Finch’s Artistic Ice Cream Truck Comes To Miami
Wednesday, 12/02/2015 – 12/04/2015 01:00 pm – 08:00 pm
5OHNDhEGCYZey1Exs0w8WJdrPPygO3yu0O8nlLzuomESales center for Hyde Midtown Suites & Residences
3401 NE 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33137
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Cost: Free

This year, Midtown fair goers will be able to have their art and eat it too as American artist Spencer Finch takes his artistic ice cream truck cross-country for its Art Basel debut. Finch uses a solar-powered truck to distill the colors of the sunset into tasty soft-serve ice cream cones dubbed “edible monochromes.” Parked next to the art-filled sales center for Hyde Midtown Suites & Residences, visitors will be able to enjoy these sun-colored treats free of charge during Art Basel.

Thanksgiving Dinner With a View 11/26/15

Thanksgiving Dinner With a View
Thursday, 11/26/2015 – 02:00 pm –
Partial-Ocean-ViewFort Lauderdale Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
3030 Holiday Drive,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316
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Cost: $75 per adult and $37 per child

Step out of the norm this Thanksgiving and enjoy your turkey with an oceanview at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa. Set on sixteen private oceanfront acres, Harbor Beach Marriott is hosting a Thanksgiving feast in its Ocean Ballroom, which overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can enjoy a range of delicious bites and entrees prepared by award-winning chefs, with traditional Thanksgiving favorites like green bean casserole with mushrooms and butternut squash soup to non-traditional signature dishes like kale roasted pumpkin salad and hickory smoked fish. Top off your meal with bottomless mimosas and dessert. Seatings begin at 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. The cost is $75 per adult and $37 per child. For reservations, call (954) 765-3100.

Photographs from The Coral Gables Food Wine and Spirits Festival by Mr Q 305

Hundreds of foodies, wine aficionados and just plain good times seekers braved the elements this past Saturday to enjoy The 6th Edition of the Coral Gables Food Wine & Spirits Festival. The downpour did not dampen the spirit (no pun intended) of festival patrons, who came prepared with umbrellas, ponchos or anything that could shelter them from the rain.

Once under the tents, the attendees were able to enjoy from a variety of more than three hundred different brands of libations; there was Rum, Wine, Tequila, Beer and even water, organized into five separate pavilions.

There were ten different food stations. Each station offered two to three different types of food. For example: Station #1 offered Japanese, Station #2 was Greek and so on.

On Sunday at The Lincoln Motor Company display, attendees took part in a unique test drive experience of its new line of vehicles, including the all-new Lincoln MKX. Participating guests received a luxury gift.

The MKX has one of the smoothest ride of any vehicle I have ever driven. You have to try it!

Here are some images from the two day event:

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Celebrate Thanksgiving at 15th & Vine Kitchen and Bar 11/26/15

Celebrate Thanksgiving at 15th & Vine Kitchen and Bar
Thursday, 11/26/2015 – 05:30 pm – 10:00 pm
15th & Vine Kitchen and Bar
485 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: $55 per adult and $25 per child.

This Thanksgiving, allow 15th & Vine Kitchen and Bar to do all the cooking and cleaning. Viceroy Miami’s signature restaurant is offering a family-style dinner paired with good company and unforgettable views of Biscayne Bay. The special holiday menu includes delectable dishes, such as Roasted Beet and Calabaza Ensalada, Jerk Roasted Turkey Roulade, Sweet Potato Gnocchi, Carnitas and Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Fried Yuca, Mofongo Dressing, Florida Citrus Compote, Iron Beer Jus, and Cheesy Biscuits. Guests are encouraged to top off their memorable evening with homemade decadent desserts including Pumpkin Flan garnished with spiced pumpkin seeds and Apple Pie streusel with Devonshire sweet cream.

Available from 5:30 to 10:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 26, 2015. $55 per adult and $25 per child. Tax and gratuity is additional. Reservations are required: reservations@15thandvine.com

P&B Hosts French Weeks 2015’s Closing Cocktail Party 11/12/15

P&B Hosts French Weeks 2015’s Closing Cocktail Party
Thursday, 11/12/2015 – 06:00 pm –
French-Weeks-2015Pléthore et Balthazar
101 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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French Weeks 2015 is all about delicious foods and gastronomy, so Pléthore et Balthazar’s participation is pleasantly no surprise. This week of French gatherings and happenings comes to an end on November 12th at Pléthore et Balthazar with their Closing Cocktail Party starting at 6pm. For a price of $30 for French-American Chamber of Commerce members and $50 for non-members, you can join P&B who will be celebrating poolside and will provide guests with complimentary drinks, delicious tapas and a buffet – not to mention there will be tons of gifts and surprises! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate the French culture and indulge in all the deliciousness they have to offer.

Ronda Rousey and Holly Holm showdown at SHOTS Miami 11/14/15

Ronda Rousey and Holly Holm showdown at SHOTS Miami
Saturday, 11/14/2015 – 07:00 pm –
Saturday-UFC193SHOTS Miami
311 NW 23rd St,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: Free

Ding, Ding, Ding! Calling all UFC fans! SHOTS Miami invites you to visit this Saturday, November 14 as it screens the highly anticipated fight between MMA champions Ronda Rousey and Holly Holm. Witness Rousey defend her bantamweight championship against undefeated Holm, while enjoying libations of Bud Light at $3 through the fight. Admission is free all night long.

Miami Gardens Wine & Food Experience Presented By Councilwoman Lisa Davis 11/14/15

Miami Gardens Wine & Food Experience Presented By Councilwoman Lisa Davis
omari_chefs_eblastSaturday, November 14, 2015 from 6 p.m. to midnight
City of Miami Gardens Municipal Complex
18605 NW 27th Avenue
Miami Gardens, FL 33056
General Admission tickets for the Miami Gardens Wine & Food Experience are $65 per person and VIP tickets are $125 per person.
Tickets and Vendor food & wine applications are available at miamigardenswinefoodexp.com

An “experience” featuring special guest & celebrity judge Omari Hardwick

City of Miami Gardens Councilwoman Lisa C. Davis announces premium cable TV super star Omari Hardwick as the special guest and celebrity judge at the inaugural Miami Gardens Wine & Food Experience (MGWFE). This tasty experience will be an intimate, grown and sexy event for foodies, glitterati and socialites of South Florida to savor.

MGWFE is the brainchild of Councilwoman Lisa Davis who has been on the Council since August 2010. “I am truly excited about my event!  This promises to be not just an event but a positive and enriching “experience”! To do something different is a vision I have had for a very long time. This unique wine and food experience will be delicious and like no other event in the South Florida area. Miami Gardens is a wonderful premiere City with many professionals hungry to “experience” a fantastic evening of entertainment, great wine and scrumptious food. This is yet another history making milestone for our City’s Legacy!!” said Davis. “I am ecstatic to bring something fresh and exciting to Miami Gardens this November because I understand the importance of hosting events like the Wine & Food Experience and how it will become a platform to strengthen relationships with Miami-Gardens residents and the South Florida community,” she continued.

With an expected attendance of 800, the “experience” will feature South Florida’s celebrated chef’s Myriam Charles, Troy Tingling, Ali Francois and Alain Lemaire during the thrilling master chef cook-off, complimentary tastings from South Florida’s hottest chefs, samplings of renowned international/national wine & spirits, mixologist showoff and live entertainment by Mariea Antoinette, Jai Rose, James Dawkins, Jared Burnett, Melton Mustafa and more.

The Miami Gardens Wine & Food Experience will follow in the footsteps of the City’s massive 11 year signature brand, the annual Jazz in the Gardens (JITG) — an internationally celebrated music festival with an A -list artist line-up and attendance record breaking music festival that occurs every March enjoying sold out crowds and renown brand and marketing equity for the City of Miami Gardens. The same award winning team is producing MGW&FE.

Savor the Season 11/14/15

Savor the Season
Saturday, 11/14/2015 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Brickell World Plaze
600 Brickell Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: $100

For the fourth consecutive year, Savor the Season returns this holiday season as Brickell’s premier holiday celebration, showcasing South Florida’s hottest restaurants and entertainment at Brickell World Plaza. Taking place on Saturday, November 14, the all-inclusive event will feature an evening of food, wine and live music leading up to the highly-anticipated lighting of 600 Brickell’s signature 40-foot Holiday Wreath and Plaza. This year’s proceeds will be donated to the Humane Society of Greater Miami, Feeding South Florida and University of Miami Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD).

Video of Giralda Under the Stars by Mr Q 305

 


If it is the first Friday in November it means two things: One is the temperatures are getting cooler (ok…maybe a degree or two) and the other one is: Giralda Under the Stars, that gastronomic celebration of all the excellent cuisine available in that one magic block of picturesque Giralda Avenue known as “Restaurant Row”.

The Coral Gables Business Improvement District organizes the event which this year includes thirteen restaurants. Giralda Under the Stars runs on the first Friday of every month until April. So if you missed it this time you’ll be able to catch it in December.

Slow Food Miami “Snail Social” at The Federal 11/10/15

Slow Food Miami “Snail Social” at The Federal
Tuesday, 11/10/2015 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
The-Federal-Snail-Social-November-2015The Federal
5132 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33137
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Cost: Complimentary Happy Hour canapés and half-off Happy Hour prices on wines, beers and specialized cocktails. Guests are invited to stay for a complete epicurean evening with a special four-course dinner menu for $39.

Slow Food Miami presents round three of its “Snail Social” roaming Happy Hour event, this time sampling comfort food at its finest in one of Miami’s most coveted restaurants. The local, 100% volunteer non-profit dedicated to planting a fresher future for our children, will hold its third “Snail Social” soiree at The Federal Food, Drink & Provisions on Tuesday, November 10 from 6PM – 8PM.

Guests can indulge in complimentary Happy Hour canapés until 8PM, featuring a generous sampling of classic American favorites with a spin, as well as half-off Happy Hour prices on wines, beers and specialized cocktails.

Guests are invited to stay for a complete epicurean evening with a special four-course dinner menu ($39) including innovative reimagined Southern delicacies.

This event is open to the public.

Fried Chicken Friday at Better Days 10/6/15

Fried Chicken Friday at Better Days
Sunday, 11/06/2015 – 05:00 pm –
Better-Days-Bareroot-Fried-Chicken-Fridays-2015Better Days
75 SE 6th St,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Bareroots pops up again at Better Days with its back by popular demand fried chicken, accompanied by house-made pickle and freshly baked corn bread on the side.

Pair this savory dish with Better Days’ wide selection of rare beers, homemade moon shine and cinnamon whiskey for a cluckin’ good time!

Bagatelle Bond Brunch 10/7/15

Bagatelle Bond Brunch
Saturday, 11/07/2015 – 11:00 am –
Bagatelle Miami Beach
220 21st St,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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On Saturday, November 7, Special Agents will gather for the exclusive Bagatelle Bond Brunch where they will enjoy the finer things à la 007 with delicious bites, Belvedere Vodka specialty cocktails and martinis, shaken, not stirred.

“Behind the Red Curtain: An Exclusive Tour of Italy” Wine Dinner – Piemonte Region 11/10/15

“Behind the Red Curtain: An Exclusive Tour of Italy” Wine Dinner – Piemonte Region
Tuesday, 11/10/2015 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
FlyerToscana Divino
900 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: $80

Each month the Italian wine dinner will showcase a four-course menu, which will be curated and prepared by the award-winning culinary team from Toscana Divino. The featured menu will be paired with ZONIN1821’s esteemed wine estates from the seven most important wine regions in Italy. This month will be a Piemonte Wine Dinner.

Our inaugural wine dinner in the “Behind the Red Curtain: An Exclusive Tour of Italy” took us to Tuscany featuring Castello D’Albola. The guests were greeted with Zonin Prosecco, delicious ciccheti and succulent affetati. The courses included dishes like Pici Pasta Senesi with Duck & Tomato Ragu and Carnaroli Risotto ai “Fungi Porcini paired with Chianti Classico, Bisteca a la Fiorentina paired with Chianti Classico Riserva.

Join us on the next stop in our tour of Italy as ZONIN 1821 and Toscana Divino highlight the Piemonte, a region rich in food and wine best-known for their Barolos and Barbarescos featuring a carefully curated menu perfectly paired with wines from Castelo del Poggio. The menu will include locally inspired plates such as Crispy Veal Tendon, Leek Agnolotti with Truffles, Barolo Braised Beef and Gianduja Cake.

 

Piemonte Menu

Guests will enjoy casual conversation about wines with a featured sommelier, as well as wonderful raffle prizes, including free bottles of wine and other gifts sure to delight both foodies and oenophiles. The Italian wine dinner of the series will take place on Tuesday, November 10th with seating at 8 p.m. for $80 pp. Guests must be age 21 or older to participate in this event.

To reserve seating, call 305-371-2767. Future wine dinner series will include Lombardia – December 9th, Veneto – January 13th, Friuli – February 10th, Puglia – March 9th, Sicilia – April 13th and ending back in coastal Toscana on May 11, 2016.

Chef Michael Mina Presents An Evening with Dom Perignon at Bourbon Steak Miami 11/9/15

Chef Michael Mina Presents An Evening with Dom Perignon at Bourbon Steak Miami
Monday, 11/09/2015 – 11/09/2015 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
BourbonSteak_DomPerignonWineDinner2Bourbon Steak Miami
W Country Club Dr,
Adventura, Florida 33180
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Cost: $295 per person

4-Course Dinner with Dom Perignon Pairings (see attached)

MICHAEL MINA CAVIAR PARFAIT
American Caviar, Smoked Salmon, Dill Oil
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2004

SEARED DIVER SCALLOPS
Butternut Squash Agnolotti, Maine Lobster, Marcona Almond Gremolata
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2005

PRIME NEW YORK STRIP
Okinawan Sweet Potatoes, Tempura Maitake
Dom Pérignon Rosé Vintage 2005

CHAMPAGNE POACHED PEARS
Whipped Chèvre, Truffle Honey, Caramelized Brioche
Dom Pérignon P2 1998

RSVP: smills@turnberry.com or 786.279.6600
$295 per person

Kiwanis Of Little Havana Foundation 39th Annual Christmas Gala 12/5/15

Kiwanis Of Little Havana Foundation 39th Annual Christmas Gala
Saturday, 12/05/2015 – 08:00 pm – 02:00 am
EviteMiami Seaquarium
4400 Rickenbacker Causeway,
Key Biscayne, Florida 33149
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Cost: Individual Ticket – $125; Reserved Table (10 Guests) – $2,000; VIP Lounge (10 Guests) – $3,000

The Kiwanis of Little Havana is set to host its 39th Annual Christmas Gala, with support from BMW, Bacardi, Coca-Cola, AT&T and Heineken. Proceeds from the annual fundraising event will benefit various Kiwanis of Little Havana Foundation projects, including “A Toy for Every Child” and “Adopt-a-Family” holiday initiatives, as well as the Kiwanis of Little Havana Foundation Future Leaders Through Education Scholarship Fund.

“We are excited to continue honoring the club’s 40th anniversary during our annual Christmas Gala and raise the funds needed to provide gifts, meals and essential items to thousands of families during the holidays and beyond,” said Tony Lorenzo, chairman of the Kiwanis of Little Havana Foundation. “We are grateful for our corporate and community partners who help our members and volunteers further our mission of giving back to those in need, one child and one community at a time.”

Guests will dance to the rhythm of live performances by internationally renowned Grammy-award winner, legendary Cuban-American music icon and past King of Carnaval Miami (1993) Willy Chirino, Grammy-award winning Cuban-music sensation and past Queen of Carnaval Miami (2005) Albita, along with 80s disco-diva and queen of freestyle, Shannon. Attendees will also enjoy an open bar and buffet stations featuring local cuisine. Formal attire will be strictly enforced.

Additional benefiting foundation projects include the annual Kiwanis Club of Little Havana Christmas Fair, and many more community goodwill youth initiatives.

Pairings at Ted’s: A Broadway Thanksgiving 11/27/15, 11/28/15

Pairings at Ted’s: A Broadway Thanksgiving
Friday, 11/27/2015 – 11/28/2015 07:00 pm – 09:30 pm
Ted’s at YoungArts
2100 Biscayne Boulevard,
Miami, Florida 33137
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Cost: $35.00 General Admission ; $95.00 Dinner + Show

YoungArts serves up the anecdote to your traditional Thanksgiving with a cornucopia of Broadway favorites in our intimate Ted’s performance space. Make room for a themed three-course feast that will put your grandma’s yams to shame.

Pairings at Ted’s is an all-new series pairing world-class performances with a themed culinary experience by STARR Catering Group. A contemporary take on the traditional dinner and a show format, supper club-inspired evenings are set atop the YoungArts Tower.

Oysters & Bubbles 11/27/15

Oysters & Bubbles
Friday, 11/27/2015 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Ca-del-Bosco-Oysters-4x6Toscana Divino
900 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: Free

Join us for Oysters and Bubbles at acclaimed the Italian restaurant, Toscana Divino this and every Friday from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. The restaurant will be serving risotto and oysters to pair with Ca’ del Bosco’s award-winning Franciacortas. ‘Oysters and Bubbles’ will take place every Friday night from 6-8pm, featuring a live DJ, $1 oysters, and $10 glasses of Ca’ del Bosco’s Franciacorta wines.

Additionally, all full size appetizers will be available at the discounted price $8.

Oysters & Bubbles 11/20/15

Oysters & Bubbles
Friday, 11/20/2015 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Ca-del-Bosco-Oysters-4x61Toscana Divino
900 South Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: Free

Join us for Oysters and Bubbles at acclaimed the Italian restaurant, Toscana Divino this and every Friday from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. The restaurant will be serving risotto and oysters to pair with Ca’ del Bosco’s award-winning Franciacortas. ‘Oysters and Bubbles’ will take place every Friday night from 6-8pm, featuring a live DJ, $1 oysters, and $10 glasses of Ca’ del Bosco’s Franciacorta wines.

Additionally, all full size appetizers will be available at the discounted price $8.

Oysters & Bubbles 11/13/15

Oysters & Bubbles
Friday, 11/13/2015 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Ca-del-Bosco-Oysters-4x61Toscana Divino
900 South Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: Free

Join us for Oysters and Bubbles at acclaimed the Italian restaurant, Toscana Divino this and every Friday from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. The restaurant will be serving risotto and oysters to pair with Ca’ del Bosco’s award-winning Franciacortas. ‘Oysters and Bubbles’ will take place every Friday night from 6-8pm, featuring a live DJ, $1 oysters, and $10 glasses of Ca’ del Bosco’s Franciacorta wines.

Additionally, all full size appetizers will be available at the discounted price $8.

Oysters & Bubbles 11/6/15

Oysters & Bubbles
Friday, 11/06/2015 – 11/06/2015 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Ca-del-Bosco-Oysters-4x62Toscana Divino
900 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: Free

Join us for Oysters and Bubbles at acclaimed the Italian restaurant, Toscana Divino this and every Friday from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. The restaurant will be serving risotto and oysters to pair with Ca’ del Bosco’s award-winning Franciacortas. ‘Oysters and Bubbles’ will take place every Friday night from 6-8pm, featuring a live DJ, $1 oysters, and $10 glasses of Ca’ del Bosco’s Franciacorta wines.

Additionally, all full size appetizers will be available at the discounted price $8.

Photographs of South Beach Seafood Festival by Mr Q 305

Miami’s globally-recognized annual Stone Crab season kicked off at the 3rd annual South Beach Seafood Festival. Thousands flocked to 7th & Ocean Drive to experience the seasonal selections of Miami’s top chefs and restaurants during the all-day festival. The South Beach Seafood Festival also featured live music, culinary and mixology demonstrations, a kid’s zone, health village, and VIP hospitality benefits. There was fun for all ages with countless interactive zones, retail villages, and a sports bar showing the day’s college football match-ups right on the sand.

A portion of proceeds from the South Beach Seafood Festival benefit the Community Initiatives Foundation, who’s program EAT SMART fulfills the perfect balance between youth nutrition and childhood development by providing healthy weekend meals and frequent outdoor activity to children in Miami Beach.

Here are a few images from the event:

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Hannya in Brickell Plaza $3 Happy Hour 10/30/15

Hannya in Brickell Plaza $3 Happy Hour
Friday, 11/09/2015 – 04:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Hannya
1063 Brickell Plaza,
Miami, Florida 33131
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The best deal that Brickell has to offer come join Hannya sushi for $3 specials. What other place in Brickell could you enjoy beer, hot sakes, appetizers and sushi specials on the daily. Hannya sushi the sister company of Askashi in South Miami provides the same great taste in the Brickell area. This location in Brickell Plaza has been more than successful and wants to thank its patrons with such a great deal. So stop by and say hello and experience a happy hour like no other. Please feel free to contact Hannya at (305)808-5833 for more information and check out there website at http://www.hannyarestaurants.com/ #brickell #happyhour #sake #hannya

Photographs of Sobe SeaFood Fest Chef Showdown by Mr Q 305

Hundreds of Foodies gathered in South Beach to experience one of the most important events of the 2015 gastronomic season: The South Beach Seafood Festival Chef Showdown Competition.

Twelve top chefs representing some of the best-known restaurants in the world went plate to plate at the Goya Foods Culinary Pavilion competing in six categories. The evening was presented by Land Rover of North and South Dade with Warren Henry Auto.

These are the winners:

Battle Tuna Winner: Chef Xavier of Drunken Dragon
Battle Shrimp Winner: Chef Dustin of Mondrian South Beach
Battle Octopus Winner: Chef Brad of Alter
Battle Surf n’ Turf Winner: Returning Champ Chef Peter with Red, the Steakhouse (South Beach)
Battle Taco: Chef Bernie of Bodega South Beach
Battle Lobser: Chef Andre and Chef Tyler of Joe’s Stone Crab Restaurant

In reality the true winners were us foodies who got to sample some of the best cuisine anywhere.

The Hess Collection, Premier Beverage Company, Bacardi, Heineken, and Strongbow kept us well hydrated and refreshed all night!

Here are a few images:

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Photographs of The Coconut Grove Seafood Festival by Mr Q 305

South Florida celebrated seafood, waterfront living and the start of the stone crab season by way of The Coconut Grove Seafood Festival at Peacock Park. For the third year in a row, event organizers brought together an array of seafood vendors offering bushels of shrimp, oysters, crawfish, lobster, stone crab, fish and clams prepared in a variety of ways.

The well known Casablanca Fish Market overflowed with fish from around the world that folks were able to select, purchase and take home after they had their fill at the festival. The Kitchen Lab featured cooking demos by popular South Florida restaurants.

The event was very family oriented. Children played inside the inflatable pirate village in the Family Fun Zone. There was also VIP Island for those who preferred a more exclusive experience.

As if all this wasn’t enough, the afternoon had a constant stream of live music including calypso, steel drum, island escapism and reggae. The Festival also featured several nautically themed exhibitors showcasing art, jewelry and home decor.

The folks at SWARM have definitely put together another winner!…We can’t wait to be back next year!

Here are a few images…

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Walls Can Launch Event 11/19/15

Walls Can Launch Event
Thursday, 11/19/2015 – 05:00 pm – 11:00 pm
logo6Concrete Beach Brewery
325 NW 24th Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: Free

Walls South American Red Ale has been a Social Hall hit since CBB opened, so it makes sense that Walls is the first beer to be canned on CBB’s new state-of-the-art canning line. To celebrate the launch, CBB will give $1 off of the purchase of a 4-pack of 16 oz. cans of Walls to guests that bring in four cans of food, which CBB will donate to the Wynwood Food Bank, just in time for Thanksgiving. The launch will include live music and artists painting on a special CANvas.

Winn-Dixie Invites Customers To Celebrate The Festival Of Lights With Kosher Food Celebrity Jamie Geller 11/30/15

Winn-Dixie Invites Customers To Celebrate The Festival Of Lights With Kosher Food Celebrity Jamie Geller
Monday, 11/30/2015 – 07:00 pm – 08:30 pm
Jamie-New-Headshot-Web-FriendlyWinn-Dixie Store #355
7024 Beracasa Way,
Boca Raton, Florida 33433
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Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie invites customers to celebrate the Festival of Lights during a special kosher cooking demonstration and meet and greet with world-renowned kosher food celebrity Jamie Geller. Because oil plays a key role during the holiday, Geller will whip up several of her favorite non-traditional, fried food recipes from around the world, including savory and sweet treats such as Avocado Egg Roll with Spicy Dipping Sauce, Vegetable Empanadas, Potato Cheddar Pierogis and Funnel Cakes, along with tips and tricks to wow holiday guests.

Geller will also be onsite after the demo for a meet and greet with customers and would be happy to sign personal copies of cookbooks that customers are welcome to bring with them.

Halloween at P&B South Beach 10/26/15

Halloween at P&B South Beach
Monday, 10/26/2015 – 10/31/2015 12:00 am – 12:00 am
pbh2Plethore et Balthazar
101 Ocean Dr,
Miami, Florida 33139
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P&B is celebrating Halloween the whole week with a special 3-course menu. Guests can enjoy a fresh and bloody menu for $49 that includes choices such as Luscious Pumpkin Saffron Soup with Canadian Mussels and Pastry, Chilean Wild Sea Bass Papillotte with Glazed Sweet Chestnut and Celery Mouseline, and Slow Raised Burgundy Short Ribs with Gratin Dauphinois and Truffle Oil. After the first two courses, guests finish dinner with the sweetest course of all –dessert. Indulge in the Traditional Halloween Pumpkin Cake, Pumpkin Choux stuffed with Mousseline Cream or Crème Brulee with Natural Vanilla. All that food requires something to wash it down with, so try the new Blood Moon cocktail – a Halloween inspired cocktail made with Tanqueray Gin, Vermouth, Blood Orange Liqueur and Fresh Blood Orange Juice. Grab your friends and head over to P&B for a deliciously spooky time.

Photographs of Grovetoberfest by Mr Q 305

Peacock Park in Coconut Grove was the setting for Grovetoberfest which served over 300 unlimited beer samplings from around the country and around the world. Beer lovers gathered to try new releases, tap into old favorites and take part in Timed Tappings, which offered unprecedented access to specialty brews.

The Milam’s Kitchen Lab showcased award-winning, South Florida chefs who shared their fusion cuisine, beer pairing and cooking tips.

The Bougainvillea’s Live Music Stage featured South Florida favorite bands and food vendors were on hand selling everything from burgers to beer cupcakes.

Kudos to the crew at SWARM for putting together another awesome event!

Here are a few images…

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Perfect Pair presents Funky Buddha Brewery 11/18/15

Perfect Pair presents Funky Buddha Brewery
Wednesday, 11/18/2015 – 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
37223-200R House Wynwood
2727 Northwest 2nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: All 5 Pairings (USD 50 Regular Price): USD 40.00

Brewed Events invites you to drink, dine and mingle with at our next Perfect Pair event at R House Wynwood featuring Funky Buddha Brewery, one of South Florida’s most exciting breweries. Enjoy 5 special beers paired perfectly with 5 unique bites from R House in Wynwood.
Pre-order your dinner now and save $10 on all 5 pairings

If you don’t want the full experience, all items will be available for USD 6 each a-la-carte.

JOIN the event now to be the first to know about the beer, menu and more

Includes all 5 Bites and samples of all 5 Beers (6oz each). Tax andamp, Tip is no included, you will be charged this at the restaurant. Dinner is available between 7pm and 11pm on November 18th 2015. Call (305) 576-0201 to reserve your table to ensure you and your group can sit together.

Artists / Speakers: Funky Buddha Brewery

Bay Skate Miami Halloween Edition 10/30/15

Bay Skate Miami Halloween Edition
Friday, 10/31/2015 – 05:00 pm – 11:59 pm
12072535_1623006811312902_9138633030553210118_nBayfront Park
301 North Biscayne Boulevard,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Cost: Free

The Halloween Edition of Bay Skate Miami is just around the corner coming up on Friday, October 30th at Bayfront Park. Earlier this year on February 26th the Macias brothers, founders of Macias Advertising, an integrated creative content & brand development advertising agency based out of Miami, launched Bay Skate Miami as a way to give locals a cool way to enjoy a Miami public park by kicking off a throwback skating and music experience at Bayfront Park’s historic Pepper Fountain that captivated the city with its first edition.

If you missed the first edition in February, check out the video here: https://vimeo.com/136946162

Bay Skate Event Information:
HOST/EMCEE:* Gaby Duran

SKATE SESSIONS:
Session 1: 5pm-7pm (Family Skate) Session 2: 7pm-12am (Adult Skate)
MUSIC: Old School Funk, Freestyle, Soul, and other mixed genre classics
FOOD/DRINK: Food Trucks, Drinks, and Alcoholic Beverages available for purchase.
SKATE RENTALS: Rentals and Shoe Valet Available (limited). Rentals are about $10. You are welcome to bring your own gear.
Guests are most welcome to dress up for the occasion with a costume, there is going to be a costume contest with great prizes!

Sip and Shop at Batch Gastropub 11/4/15

Sip and Shop at Batch Gastropub
Wednesday, 11/04/2015 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
unnamed11Batch Gastropub
30 SW 12th St,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Grab your girlfriends and head on over to your favorite gastropub, Batch, on November 4th, 2015 while you sip on cocktails and shop away. Your favorite Instagram boutiques and brands are hosting a special pop up just for the holiday season. Shop vendors such as Lovestrung, LUNA Miami, THX, M & CO and Cecilia Gonzales, just to name a few and get a head start on your Holiday shopping list.

RSVP and receive a free glass of wine or well cocktail on us till 7pm as well as Wine and Whiskey Specials all night such as $5 Jim beam, $6 Jameson and $20 Bottomless Sangria and Sparking Wine. There will also be live music starting at 7pm to accompany your shopping spree.

Bring your wallets and get ready to sip and shop the night away at Brickell’s favorite gastropub.

The Wynwood Yard Garden Party Grand Opening 11/14/15

The Wynwood Yard Garden Party Grand Opening
Saturday, 11/14/2015 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
itsalmostthyme-1The Wynwood Yard
70 NW 29th Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Cost: Free with RSVP

Behind each plate of food that we savor lies an intricate story.

The Wynwood Yard is a place where we can become part of
the narrative. It’s a hub for Miami’s most talented food
and beverage entrepreneurs to introduce innovative culinary
concepts to the community. Brought to life by groundbreaking culinary, architectural and wellness visionaries, The Wynwood Yard embodies Wynwood’s thriving cultural transformation.

Join us in celebrating the launch of The Wynwood Yard with a community garden party among the verdant fields! Let your art walk lead you to this delicious meeting of the minds with a special live performance by Elastic Bond and intimate moments of multi-sensory pleasure.

Take a promenade through the home-grown garden, delight in the on-site food concepts featuring: Myumi & Della’s Test Kitchen, as you sip the craft cocktails and resident drafts brews at the eco-friendly bar concept created by Chef Ken Lyon and beverage guru Ryan Goodspeed.

around the Latin Wine 11/13/15

around the Latin Wine
Friday, 11/13/2015 – 05:00 pm – 09:00 pm
AFICHE-FX-1-PintableSteak Brasil Churrascaria
190 SE 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: https://www.eventbrite.com/myevent?eid=19162105373

Steak Brasil Churrascaria is excited to bring back it’s highly anticipated wine and meat pairing “Around the Latin Wine”. The world famous event will take place on November 13, 2015 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. For the online promotional price of $45, come enjoy more than 16 wines from Chile, Argentina, Espana and Brazil. The wines will be accompanied by Steak Brasil Churrascaria world famous cheeses, serrano ham, sausages and “picana”. Don’t forget the sweets which will include chocolates and a wide variety of fruits.

Michael Pirolo Makes Tortellini

This past summer, Italian cuisine master and all around bad-ass chef, Michael Pirolo, prepared a private Italian feast filled with Prosciutto di Parma for some very lucky guests.

The ham is almost as old as Italian cuisine itself with the earliest references to Prosciutto di Parma dating back all the way to Roman times around 100 BC. The ham has a very strict certification. By law it can only be produced in the gently rolling countryside surrounding the city of Parma in north central Italy. The ham must use Italian-born and bred pigs raised according to the highest standards on which they are monitored, inspected and traced.

Once the ham is ready to be cured, a highly experienced maestri salatori (aka salt master) applies a minimal amount of sea salt necessary to produce a ham with the desired savory-sweet flavor profile. This is also the reason why Prosciutto di Parma tastes less salty than other ham varieties. At the end of the curing process, every leg of Prosciutto di Parma is checked for quality and then fire branded with the five-pointed Parma Crown, signifying its guarantee of authenticity and quality.

In the above video, Pirolo makes one of the dishes he prepared at this special Prosciutto di Parma dinner and shares the back story of why tortellini are shaped the way they are.

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Celebrate National Sandwich Day at La Moderna Restaurant- Get a Complimentary Glass of Wine with an Order of the Broccola Panozzi (Pizza Sandwich) 11/2/15

Celebrate National Sandwich Day on November 2nd at La Moderna Restaurant- Get a Complimentary Glass of Wine with an Order of the Broccola Panozzi (Pizza Sandwich)
Monday, 11/02/2015 – 11/02/2015 11:30 am – 04:00 pm
Broccola-LowLa Moderna Restaurant
1874 Bay Road,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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To celebrate National Sandwich Day on Monday, November 2nd, La Moderna is offering a complimentary glass of wine with an order of the Broccola Panozzi, a “pizza sandwich” stuffed with broccoli rabe, bufala mozzarella and Italian Sausage, available during lunch time hours.

Hailing from the streets of Napoli, the Panozzi was created to serve as a quick, delicious lunch for the working-class in the modernist period in Italy after World War II. This distinctive Italian street food is shaped like a big sandwich, made ​​from high-quality pizza dough and baked in the handmade Stefano Ferrara wood-burning oven. The interior of the Panozzi can be stuffed with a variety of cheeses, meats and vegetables.

The dough is baked flat, and once done it is pulled from the oven, stuffed and then given a second pass in the oven immediately before consumption. Other Panozzi options at La Moderna include: Con Polpette: served with meatballs and tomato sauce; Bresaola: served with bresaola, arugula, cherry tomatoes and parmigiano; Al Pollo: served with grilled chicken, avocado, lettuce and tomato; and Prosciutto: served with prosciutto, mushrooms and bufala mozzarella

ABOUT LA MODERNA

Born in the once-working class, now fashionable Testaccio neighborhood of Rome, La Moderna artfully combines a full menu of modern Italian classics from la cucina (the kitchen), skillfully crafted cocktails and pizza, served in a sophisticated and lively space, with more than a touch of Italian flare. La Moderna is located in at 1874 Bay Road in the Sunset Harbour Shops, Miami Beach, Florida. Like us and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @LaModernaMiami. For more information, please visit www.lamoderna-miami.com.

Giralda Under the Stars 11/6/15

Giralda Under the Stars
Friday, 11/06/2015 – 07:00 pm – 12:00 am
8661-CGGuts2015Eblast2Giralda Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Giralda Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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The Business Improvement District (BID) of Coral Gables makes dining dreams come true in one event with the start of the 2015 Giralda Under the Stars presented by Zacapa Rum dining al fresco series. More than a dozen restaurants and bars on the renowned Restaurant Row on Giralda Avenue, located between Ponce de Leon Boulevard and Galiano Street, will bring culinary excellence and libations outdoors for diners to enjoy, literally, under the stars. Restaurant Row will be closed to vehicular traffic, and participating restaurants will fill the street with tables and chairs, live music and entertainment from 7 p.m. to midnight every first Friday of the month through April 2016. The first event in the series on November 6th, 2015, will be hosted by Miami Herald food editor and renowned foodie Evan S. Benn! And to complement the ultimate dining al fresco experience, the first event will have all things live, including live beats by Steven B. and string tunes by guitarist Jonathan Beckett and violinist Monty Bloom.

Participating restaurants this year include: Bangkok Bangkok, Castelluccio, Divino Ceviche, GreenLife Miami, Ikura Sushi Lounge, Miss Saigon Bistro, Spritz of Coral Gables, Talavera, The Bar, The Local Craft Food & Drink, as well as newcomers this year; La Dorada Restaurant, known for its award-winning Spanish cuisine, and Amore Gelato Art Caffe, which will be adding a sweet touch to the event.

Let’s Eat Dinner Series at Tarpon Bend 10/26/15

Let’s Eat Dinner Series at Tarpon Bend
Monday, 10/26/2015 – 06:30 pm –
Screen-Shot-2015-10-16-at-3.39.47-PMTarpon Bend Raw Bar & Grill
65 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Cost: $80 including tax and gratuity

On October 26, Coral Gables hot-spot, Tarpon Bend Raw Bar & Grill will host the second installment of The Let’s Eat Dinner Series, in partnership with Sam Adams Beer.

The event kicks off with a brews and mojitos open bar before delving into a five course pairing menu with dishes off Tarpon Bend’s new menu, complimented by specially selected Sam Adams beers.

Tickets, $80 per person including tax and gratuity, provide each guest access to the open bar, the five food and beer pairings, plus two complimentary general admission tickets to Burgerliscious, on Nov. 5. To purchase, click here – http://goo.gl/zukSVm

Event begins at 6:30 p.m. with the open bar cocktail hour, followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m.

We’re not shucking around Bottomless Rosé Launches This Weekend 10/16/15, 10/17/15

We’re not shucking around Bottomless Rosé Launches This Weekend
Friday, 10/16/2015 – 10/17/2015 11:00 am – 03:00 pm
izzysoct1_111Izzy’s Fish & Oyster
423 Washington Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Join us for the launch of Izzy’s weekend brunch!
$25 bottomless rosé
Enjoy favorites such as the Maine Lobster Benedict and Fried Oyster Rancheros (see menu sneak peak)

Slow Food Miami “Snail Social” at EDGE, Steak & Bar 10/13/15

Slow Food Miami “Snail Social” at EDGE, Steak & Bar
Tuesday, 10/13/2015 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
SFM_EDGE-Snail-Social_October-2015EDGE, Steak & Bar
1435 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: This event is free and open to the public. Special Happy Hour prices are available.

Slow Food Miami, the local, 100% volunteer non-profit dedicated to planting a fresher future for our children, will hold its second “Snail Social” roaming Happy Hour event at EDGE, Steak & Bar on Tuesday, October 13 from 6 PM – 8 PM.

Guests can take advantage of special Happy Hour prices on Stellar Wines as well as complimentary passed hors-d’oeuvres. From 6 PM – 7 PM guests can indulge in an abundant sampling of chef’s creations including Chilled Key West Pink Shrimp with salsa verde, pickled chiles and cucumber; Paradise Farms Mushroom Croquetas accompanied by a Farmstead blue cheese dip paired with local honey; and local Boniato Frito with a special finger-licking guava sauce.

This event is free and open to the public.

Halloween Hangover at Shore Club 11/1/15

Halloween Hangover at Shore Club
Sunday, 11/01/2015 – 11:00 am – 04:00 pm
Shore Club
1901 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Cost: Free

The morning after Halloween is known to be a parade of angels that have lost their wings, bumblebees that lost their stingers and – inevitably – that guy that lost his shoes. This year, rather than walking shamefully, Shore Club invites guests to do a stride of pride in their day-after best (or worst) for a Halloween Hangover brunch. Terrazza at Shore Club will feature a “Halloween Hangover” costume contest for the best-of-the-worst morning-after costume with a $100 Food & Beverage tab going to the winner. The contest will run during Terrazza’s Sunday brunch that features bottomless mimosas and bellinis for ladies who brunch. For an additional $20 gentlemen can partake in the “hair of the dog” mimosas and bellinis as well.

Dish & Dine with Ruth Reichl 10/14/15

Dish & Dine with Ruth Reichl
Wednesday, 10/14/2015 – 12:00 pm –
ruthThe Cafe at Books & Books
1300 Biscayne Boulevard,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Cost: $70

At noon on Wednesday, October 14, The Café at Books & Books will host a delectable lunch in honor of famed restaurant critic and author Ruth Reichl. Former editor-in-chief of Gourmet magazine, Reichl is a respected culinary professional responsible for writing a series of critically acclaimed memoirs, as well as a number of books emblematic of her lifelong passion for food. My Kitchen Year, Reichl’s latest publication, centers on her deeply intimate journey as she rediscovers the joys of cooking and the healing power it holds. Tickets are $70 per person (excluding tax & gratuity) and include an author talk, a three-course lunch by James Beard Award-winning Chef Allen Susser, and an autographed copy of My Kitchen Year ($35 value). Reservations required.

Oysters & Bubbles 10/9/15

Oysters & Bubbles
Friday, 10/09/2015 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
oystersToscana Divino
900 s miami ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: Free

Join us for Oysters and Bubbles at acclaimed Italian restaurant Toscana Divino (900 S Miami Ave) this Friday October 9th from 6-8pm. The restaurant will be serving Risotto and Oysters to pair with Ca’ del Bosco’s award-winning Franciacortas. ‘Oysters and Bubbles’ will take place every Friday night from 6-8pm, featuring a live DJ, $1 oysters, and $10 glasses of Ca’ del Bosco’s Franciacorta wines. Additionally, all appetizers will be available for $8.

Toscana Divino & Zonin Italian Regional Wine Dinner 10/12/15

Toscana Divino & Zonin Italian Regional Wine DInner
Monday, 10/12/2015 – 08:00 pm – 10:30 pm
IMG_2494Toscana Divino
900 s miami ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: 80

ZONIN1821, seven generations of winemakers, and Toscana Divino,
the acclaimed Italian restaurant in the heart of Mary Brickell Village, are proud to announce the exclusive monthly wine dinner series, “Behind the Red Curtain: An Exclusive Tour of Italy”. Each month, beginning October 12th, the wine dinners will showcase a four-course menu, which will be curated and prepared by the award-winning culinary team from Toscana Divino. The featured menu will be paired with ZONIN1821’s esteemed wine estates from the seven most important wine regions in Italy.

Upon arrival, guests will be greeted with a refreshing flute of Zonin Prosecco followed by a four-course gourmet dinner highlighting fresh, seasonal ingredients. Dishes will be paired with expertly selected wines to complement each region’s cuisine. For the month of October, ZONIN1821 and Toscana Divino will highlight the Tuscan Chianti region. The menu will include locally inspired plates such as Salumi and Formaggi, Crostini Al Pate, Pici and Risotto Funghi, Fiorentina with Fagioli, Mashed Potatoes, and Cavolo Nero, and for dessert, Panforte Di Siena with Vin Santo.

Guests will enjoy casual conversation about wines with a featured sommelier, as well as wonderful raffle prizes, including free bottles of wine and other gifts sure to delight both foodies and oenophiles. The first wine dinner of the series will take place on Monday, October 12th with seating at 7 p.m. for $80 pp. Guests must be age 21 or older to participate in this event. To reserve seating, call 305-371-2767. Future wine dinner series will include Piemonte – November 10th, Lombardia – December 9th, Veneto – January 13th, Friuli – February 10th, Puglia – March 9th, Sicilia – April 13th and ending back in coastal Toscana on May 11,
2016.

South Florida Distillers to Participate in the Craft Spirits Festival on October 8, 2015 in Coconut Grove 10/8/15

South Florida Distillers to Participate in the Craft Spirits Festival on October 8, 2015 in Coconut Grove
Thursday, 10/08/2015 – 10/08/2015 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
CSF-2015-Flyer-FrontThe Cruz Building
3157 Commodore Plaza,
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
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Cost: $75

South Florida Distillers, Fort Lauderdale’s first distillery and the creators of hand-crafted FWAYGO Rum, will participate in the third edition of the Craft Spirits Festival to be celebrated this Thursday, October 8, 2015, from 7:00 to 11:00PM, at The Cruz Building, 3157 Commodore Plaza, Coconut Grove, FL 33133.

Attendees will have the opportunity to sample shots of FWAYGO rum, two specialty cocktails in the form of FWAYGO FREEOH Ice Pops and a special interactive cocktail surprise created by Luke Tullos, South Florida Distillers featured mixologist.

The Craft Spirits Festival consists of a series of events that celebrate and educate the public on craft/small batch/artisanal/boutique & premium spirits and cocktails, like FWAYGO Rum. Concluding with the Grand Tasting, the Craft Spirits Festival main event, they expect to bring together over 120 plus different spirits from 30 plus spirit producers from across the country/world for a comprehensive, large-scale tasting event. Food and cocktail pairings will also be available.

For tickets and information about the Craft Spirits Festival event you can visit: http://craftspiritsfest.com/get-your-tickets-here/ Tickets are $75.00 and include samples of spirits, cocktails and light bites.

For more information about South Florida Distillers and FWAYGO Rum you can visit southfloridadistillers.com or contact Luke Tullos at (954) 541-2868.

Lobster Feast at Mama Mia Italian Ristorante 10/11/15

Lobster Feast at Mama Mia Italian Ristorante
Wednesday, 09/30/2015 – 10/11/2015 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
Lobster-DoneMama Mia Italian Ristorante
1818 S Young Circle,
Hollywood, Florida 33020
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Due to the success of our “Lobster Feast” at Mama Mia Italian Ristorante we have decided to extend this offer. The fun twist on our weekly special “Lobster, Butter and Beats” provides patrons the opportunity to enjoy their favorite Maine lobster at an exceptional price.

“Lobster Feast” which offers the freshest Maine lobster deliciously stuffed with shrimp and crabmeat is for a limited time only for $16.95. So hurry and make your reservation as supply is limited. For more information and reservations call 954-923-0555 or visit Mama Mia’s website at www.miagrill.com.

Terrazza at Shore Club’s Italian Harvest Month 10/1/15

Terrazza at Shore Club’s Italian Harvest Month
Sunday, 10/01/2015 – 10/31/2015 07:00 am – 12:00 am
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1901 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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This year, October brings more excitement than just costumes and candy. Throughout the month, Terrazza at Shore Club’s cozy Italian restaurant, celebrates Italian Harvest Month by offering 50% off select bottles of wine, including red, white and bubbles at both lunch and dinner. All wines are subject to availability.

If you can’t escape to the Italian countryside, Terrazza at Shore Club has you covered with their Italian Harvest Month wine specials. Pair the specials with great dishes all while sitting poolside to experience Italy without the price-tag.

Croquetapalooza 10/11/15

Croquetapalooza
Sunday, 10/11/2015 – 12:00 pm – 03:00 pm
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450 NW 37th Avenue,
Miai, Florida 33125
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Cost: $35

Croquetapalooza is happening again on Sunday October 11th from 12-3PM indoors at Stage 305 in Magic City Casino (conveniently located near the Miami Airport) sponsored by Downstairs Convenience Stores and Miami Lakes Auto Mall.

It will feature 15 Croquetas: Returning 2014 Croquetapalooza Champions Barley, BreadMan Miami, Caribe Restaurant, Cinebistro, FINKA Table & Tap, Fish House, Larios on the Beach, Latin American Bakery, Latin Cafe 2000, Little Bread, The Local, Munchie’s Cafe #2, Palomilla Grill, Pincho Factory, PIRIPI & Sergio’s.

Our Croqueta Judges will be WPLG’s MJ Acosta, City of Miami Commissioner District 1 Willy Gort & Chef/Owner of Latin House Michell Sanchez

While we’re at it, the 2nd of it’s kind, the Croquetapalooza Croqueta Eating Contest sponsored by the peerless Islas Canarias Restaurant with Special Guest Referees Fatgirl Hedonist and the 2014 Croqueta Eating Champion & Mayor of Miami Springs Zavier Garcia.

And if that wasn’t enough Cafe & Cafe con Leche from 3:05 Cafecito, an Ice Cream Sandwich made up of Azucar Ice Cream and Night Owl Cookie Company, Flan from Cuban Guys, El Rey de las Fritas’ World Famous Batidos (Shakes), Exquisito Fine Chocolates, Ojala Wine and Tito’s Vodka!

General Admission (12p-3p) – $35: Eat & sample all 15 of the Croqueta Competitors plus Desserts, Batidos, Soft Drinks, 3:05 Cafecito, Ojala Wine & Tito’s Vodka.

You must be 21 years of age or older to attend.

Batch Gastropub Gives Back with Brunch 11/15/15

Batch Gastropub Gives Back with Brunch
Sunday, 11/15/2015 – 12:00 pm – 03:00 pm
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30 Southwest 12th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Batch Gastropub in Brickell is joining forces with Radio Lollipop for Nicklaus Children’s Hospital to do a twist on the traditional fundraiser. Batch, efficiently know by the locals, has become the hot spot to enjoy your favorite sporting events and to get a great cocktail. In the spirit of Give Miami Day on November 19th, they have united with one of their favorite charities.

Radio Lollipop at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, a part of Miami Children’s Health Systems, is an in-house radio station. Live broadcasts on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, allow the volunteers to provide the patients the opportunity to enjoy crafts, be a DJ for the night and win prizes. The volunteer-run organization depends on the donations from great supporters like Batch Gastropub and the local Miami public.

So come stop by and enjoy the most important meal of the day: Breakfast at Batch.