As the holiday season approaches, Miami locals and businesses are gearing up for festive gatherings. Here’s a roundup of the best venues and caterers to consider for holiday dinners and events in South Florida.
Among the standout venues is Estiatorio Milos by Costas Spiliadis, celebrated for its unparalleled seaside setting, offering a stunning backdrop for any celebration. Another exciting option is the newly opened MOMENTO by Ikaro, which features a lively alfresco atmosphere and serves Michelin-starred Ecuadorian and Spanish cuisine.
For those planning at-home or office festivities, Pecorino’s Catering is a premier choice, providing exceptional catering services with customized menus that cater to any occasion.
These venues and caterers stand out this holiday season, making them ideal selections for memorable celebrations in Miami.
MOMENTO by Ikaro
MOMENTO by Ikaro, helmed by Michelin-starred chefs Carolina Sánchez and Iñaki Murua, transports diners to a culinary landscape where the traditions of Spain and Ecuador meet contemporary innovation. Nestled in Miami’s dynamic downtown neighborhood, MOMENTO offers a tropical alfresco dining experience designed for sharing and sparking connection. With full or partial buyout options and a variety of three-course tasting menu options ranging from $85pp to $125pp, each offers a range of MOMENTO’s signature dishes to choose from including the Corvina Ceviche with Ecuadorian-style peanut sauce, pickled onion and toasted corn, Roasted Artichokes with crispy pork belly and truffle cream and Wood-Fired Branzino with sweet and sour escabeche, cassava and chive emulsion. Cocktail reception packages by the hour, starting at $22 per guest, offer hand-passed hors d’oeuvres such as Croquetas, Green Plantain Empanadas and Grilled Prawns.
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Pecorino’s Catering
For locals seeking a hassle-free holiday, Pecorino’s Catering – the authentic Italian ghost kitchen from the team behind Brickell’s iconic Perricone’s – is offering a variety of Holiday takeout package options starting at $22 per person. Featuring selections like homemade Ropa Vieja, honey ham, hand carved beef tenderloin, green bean almondine, and delicious fruit pies, Pecorino’s makes it easy to bring the joy of Christmas or New Year’s Eve straight to your table. Pecorino’s specializes in full-service catering for corporate and social events across South Florida, from Homestead to Fort Lauderdale. With curated menus for breakfast, lunch, happy hour, and dinner, Pecorino’s offers custom options, including vegetarian and vegan dishes, to suit gatherings of any size. They also provide uniformed staff, catering equipment, and supplies upon request for a seamless experience. Pre-orders are open via email at orders@pecorinos.com or phone at (305) 533-7163.
Package options include:
- Package #1 ($22/person, min. 10): Choose between Homemade Ropa Vieja or Chicken Marsala, paired with mashed potatoes or creamy polenta, sautéed broccoli or honey-glazed carrots, and a cookie platter.
- Package #2 ($24.99/person, min. 12): Whole carved turkey (20 lbs) with gravy, choice of mashed or sweet potatoes, stuffing, green beans almondine, cranberry sauce, baguettes, and apple & cherry pies. Optional honey ham for $59.99.
- Package #3 ($26/person, min. 10): Caesar salad, bruschetta crostinis, meat lasagna or eggplant parmesan, sautéed broccoli & carrots, and cannolis.
- Package #4 ($28/person, min. 10): Italian green salad, grilled marinated chicken (Cacciatore, Piccata, or plain), pan-seared mahi mahi (Citrus Mojo, Lemon Butter, or Blackened), roasted potatoes, sautéed asparagus, and a dessert platter (cookies, brownies, coffee cake).
- Package #5 ($30/person, min. 20): Spinach salad with raspberries, candied walnuts, gorgonzola, and raspberry vinaigrette, hand-carved beef tenderloin (demi-glace or Barolo reduction), roasted pork loin (Citrus Mojo, BBQ, or Sweet & Sour), choice of veggies or sweet plantains, mashed potatoes or rice, and a specialty dessert platter (chocolate-covered strawberries, cannolis, macaroons, and mini cupcakes).
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estiatorio Milos
estiatorio Milos provides an elegant yet inviting atmosphere for special events in Miami’s South of Fifth, ideal for the holiday season. The private dining room, designed to evoke the warmth of a refined home, features high ceilings, exposed wood beams, illuminated bookshelves filled with curated Greek objects, and a large flat-screen TV. With soft lighting from hand blown glass chandeliers, the room comfortably accommodates 48 seated guests or 70 for a cocktail reception. For smaller gatherings, a semi-private area with natural light seats up to 30, and full venue buyouts are available for events hosting up to 300 guests.
Private dining packages start at $150 per guest for dinner and $75 for lunch, featuring multi-course meals with Milos’ signature dishes like tomato salad, grilled octopus, fresh fish in sea salt, lamb chops, and Greek desserts. Premium options for elevated dining experiences include sashimi, dry-aged côte de boeuf, and the Athenian-style lobster pasta with packages reaching $310 for dinner and $125 for lunch. Cocktail reception packages, starting at $60 per guest, offer hand-passed hors d’oeuvres such as ceviche, lamb skewers, and filet mignon crostini, with premium upgrades and the option to add oysters with caviar.
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