For local foodies, the kitchen is just starting to heat up this summer with the arrival of Miami Spice 2010. From August 1st to September 30th, Miami’s top restaurants will be offering signature three-course meals created by South Florida’s best known chefs. Diners can enjoy the Miami menus, which have made Miami an epicurean hot spot, for an exclusive price of $35 for dinner and $22 for lunch. Participating restaurants include:
DeVito South Beach
150 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
305.531.0911
www.devitosouthbeach.com
Dinner: Sunday – Thursday
Under new culinary direction, Danny DeVito South Beach invites guests to sample a new, ingredient-driven menu that is for the “down-right foodie” enjoy a choice of:
Primi
Whole Braised Artichoke “Alla Romagna”
Mozzarella Di Bufala Campania
Nonna’s Meatball
Secondi
English Pea Ravioli
Grouper with Meyer lemon whipped potatoes and tomato salsa
Skirt Steak with warm spinach, bacon and blue cheese salad
Dolce
Ciabatta Bread Pudding
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Local Peach Bamboloni
SUSHISAMBA dromo
600 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
305.673.5337
www.sushisamba.com
Dinner: Sunday – Thursday
Best known for their inventive Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian fare, SUSHISAMBA dromo will take their customers through a culinary heritage journey with a small, large and dessert plate with choice inspired by the different pantries:
Small Plates
JAPAN
Ina Hama Roll with yellowtail tataki, asparagus, inarim micro greens,Iburi wasabi mayo
BRAZIL
Acaraje with sautéed shrimp, Serrano pepper and micro cilantro
PERU
Salmon Tiradito with garlic chips, chimichurri and cherimoya aji Amarillo vinaigrette
Large Plates
JAPAN
Buta no Kakuni Japanese braised pork belly, Yukon gold potato and Asian pear salad
BRAZIL
Churraso grilled skirt steak, molho de piri-piri com pina, farofa
PERU
Saffron Tacu Tacu charred squid and botija aioli
Dessert
JAPAN
Goma Daifuku, sesame cake with chocolate passion fruit ganache
BRAZIL
Pudim de Laranja, traditional orange flan and cocoa crumble
PERU
Torta de Albaricoque, apricot, shortbread and vanilla ice cream
SUGARCANE raw bar grill
3250 NE 1st Avenue Miami, FL
786.369.0353
www.sugarcanerawbargrill.com
Lunch & Dinner: Sunday – Thursday
Developed by the creators of SUSHISAMBA, SUGARCANE raw bar grill is inspired by international influences and South American spirit. Three distinct kitchens: robata, hot and raw bar unite for a fresh take on tradition and a unique culmination of flavor. Executive Chef, Timon Ballo, has thoughtfully prepared a seasonal menu that will change bi-monthly. The lunch and dinner menus feature:
Lunch
Kick Back
Handpicked Market Greens with crumbled goat cheese and Bing cherry vinaigrette
Florida Corn Chowder with pickled leeks and oven dried tomato
Eat Well
Free Range Pulled Bbq Chicken with brioche, zucchini pickles and pommes frites
Chirashi Bowl marinated tuna, yellowtail, salmon and seasonal vegetables
Stay Awhile
Homemade El Ray Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwich
Summer Lemon Curd with marinated blueberries and crème Chantilly
Dinner
Kick Back
Sepia with taggiasca olives and cured lemon
Golden Beets with white anchovies and ricotta salad
Eat Well
Florida Snapper with cauliflower and dandelion greens
Robata Duck Breast with somen noodles, chanterelle mushrooms and verbena dashi
Stay Awhile
Homemade El Ray Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwich
Summer Lemon Curd with marinated blueberries and crème Chantilly