Weekly Nibble: Slow Food, Kaiseki at Bazi, Power Lunch at Komodo and Coya, Brunch at KYU
Basically the only way to avoid the political ad blitz over the next week until the Florida March 15th primary is to turn off the TV and have every meal out. Choose your favorite spots or here is this week’s MIAbites Weekly Nibble for some new options for brunch, lunch and dinner. #TurnOffTheTV
Tuesday March 8th- Slow Food Miami presents round seven of its “Snail Social” roaming Happy Hour event, this time at Apeiro Kitchen & Bar, featuring rustic, yet progressive cuisine inspired by the Mediterranean. The local, 100% volunteer non-profit dedicated to planting a fresher future for our children, will hold its seventh “Snail Social” soiree at Apeiro on Tuesday, March 8 from 6PM – 8PM. Open to the public, guests can savor a complimentary cocktail and passed trays of complimentary small bites, with Happy Hour pricing on additional menu items. Executive Chef Anthony Sitek will prepare an elegant variety of small plates. Apeiro Kitchen & Bar 3252 NE 1st Avenue, Suite 101, Miami, FL 33137 (786) 800-5389
Wednesday March 9th- Miami Beach’s modern Asian-inspired dining destination, Bazi, noted for its exciting takes on traditional Far East cuisine, is introducing an exclusive monthly Kaiseki dinner with the first one being hosted Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at 8PM. Kaiseki traditionally consists of a sequence of small, artistically arranged dishes that foster a harmonious balance between taste, texture, and aesthetic and will feature 10-12 courses designed and orchestrated by Michael Pirolo Every course will be paired with unique libations ranging from sake to Asian teas courtesy of Bazi’s Beverage Director, William Rivas. Intimate setting limited to eight seats, Priced at $150 (including tax and tip). Bazi 1200 Collins Ave. Miami Beach FL (305) 695-0101
Thursday March 10th- STK Miami Beach celebrates it’s One Year Anniversary beginning at 7 pm with a complimentary champagne and dessert party for all diners that evening. Lite Bites and Open bar until 8 pm. STK 2305 Collins Ave. Miami Beach FL. (305) 604-6988
New and Ongoing:
Quattro Gastronomia Italiana, has introduced a new $25 two-course prix-fixe lunch. Available Monday through Friday from noon - 6PM, diners can savor Quattro’s award-winning northern Italian fare in the stunning inside dining room or al fresco, while people watching on Lincoln Road. Quattro Gastronomia Italiana 1014 Lincoln Road on South Beach. (305) 531-4833.
Chef Michael Lewis & Steven Haigh’s new Wynwood hotspot KYU is launching brunch Sunday, March 6 2016. The Asian-inspired wood-fired grill will feature staples that have quickly become favorites on KYU’s menu including Crisp Crab Steamed Bun; Grilled Octopus, hearts of Palm, Red Onion and Sudachi Lime; and Pork and Shitake Gyoza, Smoked Truffle Ponzu. “Breakfasty” items will include Banana and Bourbon French Toast with salted butter and maple syrup; Steak & Eggs with fire roasted kimchi and sides like Duck Sausage and Maple-Schicimi Bacon. KYU 251 NW 25th St. Miami, FL. (786) 577-0150
David Grutman’s Komodo, has announced it will now be open for lunch from 11:30-2:30. Guests will have the option to dine from the prix fixe power lunch menu or the a la carte lunch menu. Priced at $26, the power lunch menu features indulgent Asian flavors with a choice of salad, including the Komodo Chicken, Asian Greens and Crackling Calamari. Diners will indulge in a choice of entrée, including a Sweet Soy Salmon, Shaking Filet of Beef, Lime Chicken Breast and 13 Grilled Spicy Vegetables. Patrons will also have a choice of a side, including Duck Fried Rice, Coconut Black Rice and Spicy Long Beans. Also, now open for Happy Hour with $9 appetizers. Komodo 801 Brickell Ave. Miami FL. (305) 534-2211
COYA in Brickell is offering a “Power Lunch” of three decadent courses all for under $30. For only $29 per person, experience a taste of the South American opulent culture and Latin spirit, right in the heart of Brickell. The three-course menu options come with your choice of a starter, entrée and dessert, or for $15 more guests can also enjoy their meal with a specialty wine pairing. Stop by and dine in Monday through Friday from 12PM-3PM. COYA 999 Brickell Ave. Miami FL. (305) 415-9990
SPASSO in Coconut Grove introduces brunch with a touch of 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. SPASSO 3540 Main Hwy, Coconut Grove, FL 33133 (305) 441-0219
( Information provided by various sources and subject to change. Please confirm all details ahead of time. )