Weekly Nibble: Father's Day, International Sushi Day, Wine Bar Wars, Art of the Aperitif
This week’s Weekly Nibble Miami includes a number of upcoming events; DIY sushi making, wine bar wars, and a variety of options for brunch and dinner on Father’s Day, Sunday 6/21.
Thursday, June 18th- Celebrate International Sushi Day with a special one day only event at SUSHISAMBA in both Coral Gables and South Beach locations. Guests will have the chance to handcraft the perfect nigiri sushi. For $18 per person, guests (2 guest minimum to participate) will receive all the nigiri-making essentials and step-by-step guidance. Ingredients provided include:
Fresh raw fish: tuna, salmon, yellowtail, shrimp and the sushi chef’s choice of the freshest market catch fish of the day
Nigiri mesh: 5 balls of freshly cooked rice, ready to roll
Additional nigiri must haves: 5 “samba” sauces, an assortment of 5 fruits and vegetables, sea salt, sesame and nori (seaweed) strips. SUSHISAMBA Miami Beach- 600 Lincoln Rd. Miami Beach FL. 305 673 5337 and Coral Gables- 180 Aragon Ave. Coral Gables, FL 305 448 4990
Thursday June 18- Wines of Chile and LAN invites 16 of Miami's top sommeliers and challenges them to Wine Bar Wars where they create four pop-up wine bars in just one day that bring Chile to life. Hosted at The Moore Building in the Design District, from 7 pm to 10 pm, attendees not only get to try 32 of Chile's top wines, and decide which pop-up bar is the best, but are also entered for a chance to win two Business class tickets to Chile courtesy of LAN Airlines estimated at $14,000! Tickets are $60 pp and available at http://www.winebarwar.com/miami-tickets/ for more info contact events@WorkshopCollective.com.
Sommelier Team Captains Include:
Brian Grandison, Certified Sommelier at Hakassan at the Fontainebleau
Greg Rivera, Advanced Sommelier at The Breakers Palm Beach
Heath Porter, Advanced Sommelier at Uvaggio Wine Bar
Amanda Fraga, Certified Sommelier at Michael's Genuine Food &Drink
The head judge will be none other than Charlie Arturaola, master Sommelier named a Chevalier by the Ordre des Coteaux de Champagnes, Wine Communicator of the Year at the IWSC, UK by VINITALY, and Confraria dos Vinhos do Porto. Wine Wars. The Moore Building 191 NE 40th St. Miami FL. Tickets at http://www.winebarwar.com/miami-tickets/
Sunday June 21st- Father's Day
Macchialina: This Father’s Day, Chef Michael Pirolo is preparing a special holiday menu including Squash Carbonara, Ravioli, Lamb Chop Scottadito and Bombolino for dessert. Regular a la carte menu will also be available. Father’s Day prix fixe menu is $45 pp. Macchialina is open for dinner and Red Sauce Sundays from 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. Macchialina 820 Alton Rd., Miami Beach. For reservations, call 305 534 2124 or visit www.macchialina.com.
Tongue & Cheek: Celebrate dad all weekend long with Saturday and Sunday Brunch. Chef Jamie DeRosa is offering a special caja china roasted pork menu, A complimentary beer or bourbon cocktail and the ultimate gift…complimentary meal for kids under 10. A la carte brunch and the caja china menu is available Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tongue & Cheek 431 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. For reservations, call 305 704 2900 or visit www.tandcmiami.com.
Jalapeño Mexican Kitchen- is celebrating dad with a special three-course menu while enjoying the ocean drive scenery, Dad will also be treated to a complimentary margarita and $25 gift card for his next visit. Pre-fixe menu and complimentary offering is available for lunch and dinner on Sunday from 11:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Jalapeno Mexican Kitchen 530 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach. For reservations, call 305 532 4747 or visit www.jalapenomexicankitchen.com.
Verde at PAMM: Celebrate this Father’s Day at Verde at Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) with special offerings by Chef Kaytlin Brakefield. Dads can enjoy Filet Mignon and Eggs with Sunny Side Up Eggs, Crispy Chimichurri Potatoes and Romesco. Drink specials include $5 Micheladas and Florida craft beers. Verde (at Pérez Art Museum Miami) 1103 Biscayne Blvd Miami, FL 33132. call 786 345 5697 or visit http://www.pamm.org/dining.
Bianca at Delano: Join Bianca at Delano on Father’s Day and treat dad to a delicious and jazzy brunch buffet featuring flavorful seafood, local fruits and vegetables, cheeses, a selection of barbeque items, sushi, pasta, desserts, and live music by The French Horn. Carved to order in front of patrons, brunch includes a Latin inspired Churrasco served with Chimichurri, lobster grilled and marinated with herbs and olive oil, and shrimp and vegetable skewers. mini Tiramisu, Chocolate Praline Mousse, Coconut Macaroons and Bourbon infused Mini Crème Brulee. Endless Veuve Champagne and a Belvedere Blood Mary bar will also be featured this Father’s Day. The Father’s Day Brunch is priced at $75 per person. Bianca at Delano 1685 Collins Ave Miami Beach, FL 33139. For reservations, please call 305 674 5752.
Shelborne Wyndham Grand South Beach: Shelborne Wyndham Grand South Beach is bringing the tastes of Cuba to dads for Father’s Day. On June 21st from 3p.m. to sunset, dads can celebrate their day with mojitos, cigars, and a live Cuban band poolside with a special Havana-inspired menu. The menu will include a Pork Roast cooked in a traditional Caja China, a Ceviche Station, Platano Maduros, Moro Rice, Yuca Salad, and Avocado Salad for $47 per person. Guests can also enjoy an earlier option, the all-new Morimoto South Beach prix fixe seasonal brunch featuring healthy and indulgent. Shelborne Wyndham Grand Poolside and Morimoto South Beach 1801 Collins Ave Miami Beach, FL 33139
STK Miami: This Father’s Day, newly reopened STK on Miami Beach will feature a limited-time, custom menu fit for a king that includes an appetizer, a choice of two entrees, and a dessert, all in honor of dad. Along with the three-course menu of specials, STK is treating all dads to a complimentary ‘Black Rye Affair’ cocktail, which tastefully fuses Templeton Rye whiskey, lemon juice, blackberries and mint. STK in the 1 Hotel & Homes South Beach 2311 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139. For reservations, please call 305 604 6988.
Devon Seafood + Steak: Celebrate with the whole family this Father’s Day at Devon Seafood + Steak, with a special Father’s Day Brunch Buffet with all the fixings including carving and omelet stations, fresh seafood selections,made-to-order Belgian waffles and decadent desserts and priced at $35 per adult and $18 per child ages 5-12, children 4 and under dine free; tax and gratuity not included. In addition, a prix-fixe dinner menu will be served from 4PM to 9PM priced at $42 (excluding tax and gratuity. Regular dinner menu will also be available. Devon Seafood + Steak 11715 Sherri Lane, inside The Palms at Town & Country Mall, in Kendall. 305 275 0226; www.devonseafood.com
Piripi: Toast dad this Father’s Day at Piripi, one of South Florida’s hottest new restaurants. Located in the heart of Coral Gables, the restaurant will offer a very special a la carte Sunday brunch featuring $15 unlimited sangria and mimosas all afternoon. Guests will enjoy a dining experience unlike any other, fueled by traditional Spanish dishes, as they preview Piripi’s brunch menu of homespun regional favorites. Piripi in the Village of Merrick Park at 320 San Lorenzo in Coral Gables. For reservations, call 305 448 2423 or visit www.piripimiami.com.
TAMARINA : Celebrate dad this Father’s Day at Tamarina, the coastal Italian eatery located in Brickell. In addition to delicious Italian fare by new Head Chef and Bravo's "Best New Restaurant" winner, Loris Navone, dads will be treated to a complimentary glass of single malt from Glenmorangie and a cigar. Just mention “Father’s Day” when making a reservation over the phone or add it as a special request when booking online. Tamarina Restaurant 600 Brickell Ave Miami, FL 33131 305 579 1888
Tuesday June 23- In honor of Coral Gables Restaurant Week, Uvaggio Wine Bar & Restaurant will celebrate the lost art of the aperitif. On Tuesday, June 23rd cocktail lovers can rejoice and embrace this vanishing libation and tradition. At 7 PM guests will gather at Uvaggio to delightfully taste different types and variations of the classic palate pleaser. As an aperitif’s purpose is to awaken and engage the taste-buds, guests are encouraged to stay at the restaurant afterwards and enjoy the special Coral Gables Restaurant Week prix fix menu or other delicious food and wine choices. Tickets for the event are $30.00 which can be purchased online and seating is limited. Uvaggio 70 Miracle Mile. Coral Gables FL. 305 448 2400 .For more information and tickets visit www.uvaggiowine.com.
Ongoing: Coral Gables Restaurant Week continues until June 28th, so take advantage of the great dining and drinking venues. Visit http://restaurantweek.shopcoralgables.com/ for full menus and prices.
(Information provided by various sources and subject to change. Please call ahead to confirm)