Weekly Nibble: James Beard Pop Up, BBQ collab, National Tequila Day, and more

The MIAbites Weekly Nibble features upcoming or ongoing food news and events for the next couple of weeks. Here are some unique events to put on your radar for the next week.

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Boulud Sud Summer Pop Up Series Finale

Join Executive Chef Clark Bowen and Corporate Chef Mathias Gervais on Tuesday July 23rd for the FINAL edition of Boulud Sud Summer Pop-up Series!
The 3 course dinner includes a glass of wine, family-style appetizers, and your choice of main courses like Miso Cod, Miane Lobster or Muscovy Duck and choice of dessert.
7:00pm arrivals/ 7:30pm seated dinner $65 three-course meal. Call 305 421 8800 or ticket link here
The $65 menu will also be available every night from 7/23 – 8/3. Boulud Sud Miami 255 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Miami, FL 33131

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Summer continues to sizzle at RWSB with Executive Chef Josh Gripper’s annual barbecue series.

On Wednesday, July 24, 6:30- 10 pm, RWSB’s Executive Sous Chef Mario Alegre will be hosting Guest Chefs Michael Beltran (Ariete); Justin Flit (Proof); and Niven Patel/Tim Piazza (Ghee) for an Italian cook-out in RWSB’s backyard patio, Irma’s – named after the 2017 Hurricane that toppled some of the trees that were used to build the bespoke bar that now stands there. The Italian-themed event will be a celebratory sneak peek of their soon-to-open concepts, Navé (coming late-summer 2019) and Erba (coming fall 2019). Guests can throw down with the chefs and partake of the feast for only $40 per person (excluding tax, gratuity, and beverages). W Hotel 2201 Collins Ave. Miami Beach, FL

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James Beard Taste America Miami Pop Up Dinner at Le Sirenuse Miami on Wednesday July 31st.

Special dinner hosted by James Beard Foundation Taste America series comes to Miami on July 31st at Le Sirenuse at the Four Seasons, Surfside. Dinner Menu Created by James Beard Award Winner
Tony Mantuano,(Spiaggia, Chicago) with local dessert and pastry chef, Soraya Kilgore ( Alter, Miami) , and Host Chef Antonio Mermolia (Le Sirenuse Miami).

6:30 PM Cocktail and Tasting Reception followed by 7:15 PM Dinner, Cocktail Attire Please

https://www.jamesbeard.org/events/taste-america-miami-3?category=Taste+America

Le Sirenuse. 9011 Collins Ave, Surfside, FL 33154
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Pasta Making at The Generator

Join Chef Daniel Roy and The Jim and Neesie inside Generator Miami for its Pasta Making class on Wednesday, July 31st . The class will be held every fourth Wednesday of the month through September and is launching on Wednesday, July 31st at 7PM. Limited to 15 guests per class and dinner, pasta lovers will enjoy a welcome cocktail, passed canapés and a 4-course dinner with wine pairings for just $100++. Tickets here . The Jim and Neesie 3120 Collins Ave. Miami Beach, FL

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The Salty Donut has introduced a limited-time special, Mango + Coconut Croughnut

Made in collaboration with Tigertail + Mary by Chef Michael Schwartz in honor of the new Carrie Mango Tree planted with the help of The Kampong National Tropical Botanical Garden. The new croughnut spotlights the native Florida fruits, Mangos and Coconuts, and is available (until sold out) at both the Wynwood and South Miami locations only from 7/13-21. Salty Donut Wynwood and South Miami.

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National Tequila Day is July 24th

American Social

Never the place to pass on a party, American Social will be offering $4 Mi Campo Margaritas all day long on July 24th. Enjoy the restaurant and bar’s upscale yet casual feel while celebrating National Tequila Day the best way possible -- with drinks and deals! 690 SW 1st Ct, Miami, FL 33130 305-680-1326

Bakan

There is no better place to spend National Tequila Day than at Wynwood’s newest Mexican hotspot, Bakan. Walk through a wall of cacti and get instantly transported to Mexico with its earthy, artsy and modern space, wide variety of authentic regional dishes, and expansive tequila offerings. Sip on their classic margarita or the Verde Que Te Quiero Verde for those who want a margarita made with a twist. With a four-tiered glass case filled with more than 350 mezcals and tequilas, Bakan is sure to have a little bit of tequila for everyone. 2801 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127 (305) 396-7080

Coyo Taco Wynwood

It’s a foodie influencer takeover this National Tequila Day at Coyo Taco Wynwood with a series of one-of-a-kind cocktails created by @TheNaughtyFork, @Miami_FoodPorn, @ChatChowTV, and @QueRikoConKiko for just $7 each! Staying true to form, TheNaughtyFork will create The Naughty Avocado made with avocado puree, ancho reyes chile verde, Jalapeño, Napoleon orange liquor, lime juice and agave, while QueRikoConKiko introduces- a must-try rendition of a classic Paloma. In addition to the influencer cocktails, house margaritas will be priced at $7 during happy hour (7-10 p.m.) with tracks from DJ A-Train to supplement. Talk about a tequila day for the books! - 2300 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127

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