Miami Spice is an annual event organized by the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau and has proven to be one of Miami’s most popular happenings. This year’s Miami Spice is August 1- September 30, 2010, and while the current list of participating restaurants has not been finalized, here is a list of last year’s participating Miami Spice restaurants to get you in the mood…
In South Beach/Miami Beach
660 Mediterranean Kitchen (D)
Ago Restaurant (L,D)
Asia De Cuba at Mondrian (D)
Au Pied De Cochon (L,D)
Bancroft Supper Club (D)
Barolo Ristorante (L,D)
Bistro One LR (D)
Blade at Fontainebleau Miami Beach (D)
BLT Steak at The Betsy (L,D)
Blue Door at Delano (L,D)
Bond Street Lounge (D)
Café Avanti (L,D)
Caffe Milano (L,D)
Cavalier Crab Shack (L,D)
China Grill SoBe (L,D)
DeVito South Beach (L,D)
Emeril’s Miami Beach (L,D)
Essensia Restaurant & Lounge (L,D)
Gaia Restaurant (L,D)
Gia Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar (D)
Gotham Steak at Fontainebleau Miami Beach (D)
Hakkasan at Fontainebleau Miami Beach(D)
Kobe Club (D)
Kung Fu Kitchen & Sushi (D)
La Marea (L,D)
The Lido at The Standard (D)
Loftin’s at the Versace Mansion (L,D)
Meat Market (D)
Nikki Beach (L)
Novecento at Santo (L,D)
OLA Restaurant (D)
Quattro Gastronomia Italiana (L,D)
The Raleigh Restaurant (L,D)
RED The Steakhouse (D)
The Restaurant at The Setai (D)
Sardinia Entoteca Ristorante (L,D)
Scarpetta at Fontainebleau Miami Beach (D)
Shula’s Steak House — Miami Beach (L,D)
Smith & Wollensky (L,D)
Sushisamba droMo (D)
Sushi SoBe (D)
Talula Restaurant (D)
Tamara (L,D)
Tantra Restaurant & Lounge (D)
Vida at Fontainebleau Miami Beach (D)
Vita Restaurant & Lounge (D)
Vix (L,D)
Wish (D)
Yuca Restaurant and Lounge (L,D)
Mainland—North
5300 Chop House (D)
Armillary Grill (L,D)
Bourbon Steak (D)
Cane Fire Grille at Airport Marriott (D)
Cascata Grille (L,D)
Chef Allen’s — Modern Seafood Grill (D)
The Grill on the Alley (L,D)
Grass Restaurant & Lounge (D)
La Riviera at Sofitel Miami (L,D)
Michy’s (D)
Ocean Prime (L,D)
Petit Rouge (D)
Shula’s Steak House —The Original (D)
Soyka the Restaurant (L,D)
Sra. Martinez (L,D)
Bal Harbour, Sunny Isles Beach, Surfside
El Gran Inka (L,D)
Il Mulino New York (L,D)
Kitchen 305 (D)
Neomi’s Grill (D)
The Restaurant at Le Meridien (L,D)
Timo Restaurant & Bar (L,D)
Special Culinary Events for 2010 thus far
Wednesday, March 17 – 11:30 a.m. – Close
St. Patrick’s Day Special at S&W
Smith & Wollensky, Miami Beach
1 Washington Avenue (At South Pointe Park) Miami Beach
(305) 673-2800
St. Patrick’s Day celebration plus the regular a la carte dinner menu will be available.
Friday, March 19 – 6:30 p.m.
Glenlivet Scotch Tasting
Morton’s The Steakhouse Coral Gables
2333 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
(305) 442-1662
Four scotches will be paired with Morton’s Hors d’ oeuvres, event is designed for guests who enjoy Scotch or who are interested in learning more about it. Event is hosted by one of four authentic Scotch Ambassadors.
Saturday, March 20 – 7:45 p.m.
New Vintage: Cioppino Offers First Taste of Italian Vintage Wines
The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne – Wine Room at Cioppino
455 Grand Bay Dr.
(305) 365-4286
Cioppino Sommelier Jorge Mendoza and Dr. Cristian Maddalena from vineyards Schiopetto and Sandrone present released vintage from the notable white wine and red wine estates. $125 per person (not including tax and gratuity). Limited to 20 guests.
Saturday, April 3 – 2:00 -5:00 p.m.
Easter Cup Cake Tea
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove
3300 SW 27 Ave.
(305) 644-4680
Afternoon tea and five gourmet cupcakes. Lobby Lounge. $25/Adults and $14/Children 12 and under.
Sunday, April 4th – 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Easter Brunch
Intercontinental West Miami
2505 NW 87th Ave.
(305) 468-1400, ext. # 4318
Brunch with live entertainment.Receive a 10% discount by making your reservation before or by March 31st. Adults $39.95, children (6-12) $19.95, under 5 years old eat free, prices subject to gratuity and applicable taxes.
Sunday, April 4 – 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Easter Cup Cake Tea
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove
3300 SW 27 Ave.
(305) 644-4680
Enjoy entertainment from a three piece band and join in for the Easter Egg Hunt. Let the kids enjoy they’re own lounge where they can decorate cookies, watch movies and have balloon animals made
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove Grand Ballroom. $85/Adults and $34/ Children (plus tax and 18% gratuity).
Sunday, April 4 – Open – 11:30 a.m.
Celebrate Easter at Smith & Wollensky
Smith & Wollensky, Miami Beach
1 Washington Avenue (At South Pointe Park)
(305) 673-2800
Enjoy this special three course dinner for $49 per person. Reservations are recommended.
Thursday, April 29
Dining Out for Life
Dining Out For Life will benefit Care Resource, South Florida’s oldest and largest HIV/AIDS service organization.
Saturday, May 8
Mother’s Cup Cake Tea
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove
3300 SW 27 Ave.
(305) 644-4680
Afternoon tea with a flight of five gourmet cupcakes that you can enjoy with a selection of beverages. Lobby Lounge. $25/Adults and $14/Children 12 and under.
Saturday, May 8
Mother’s Day Brunch
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove
3300 SW 27 Ave.
(305) 644-4680
$85/Adults and
$34/ Children (plus tax and 18% gratuity).
Saturday, May 8 – 6:30 -10:00 p.m.
Mother’s Day Dinner
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove – Bizcaya Restaurant
3300 SW 27 Ave.
(305) 644-4680
$65/Adults and $27/ Children.
Sunday, June 20 – 11:30am -3:00 p.m.
Father’s Day Brunch
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove – Bizcaya Restaurant
3300 SW 27 Ave.
(305) 644-4680
Brazilian Style Barbecue in the Terrace with Caipirinha Bar, live music and Samba Dancers. $69/Adults and $34/Children (plus Tax and 18% gratuity).
Sunday, June 20 – 7:00 p.m.
Uncork & Un “Wine”
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove – Bizcaya Restaurant
3300 SW 27 Ave.
(305) 644-4680
Sommelier Jeffrey Galloway and Executive Chef Philippe Pinon as well as the wine maker or distributor. Once a Month. $75/Adults.