Nom News: April 28, 2023

April 28, 2023

Each Friday, we compile South Florida food-related news and events that we couldn’t fit on the site earlier in the week, as well as other local news that piques our interest. Want to be included in our next roundup? Shoot us an email at bark@miamifoodpug.com.

Fiola Launches Vegetarian Tasting Menu
The Hampton Social Launches New Programming
Bottomless Brunch at JohnMartin’s
The Goodtime Hotel Launches Whiskey Wind Down

Fiola Launches Vegetarian Tasting Menu

Coral Gables dining gem Fiola Miami, the third location of the brand ideated by Chef-Owner Fabio Trabocchi, is proud to announce the launch of Degustazione Di Verdura, a new vegetarian tasting menu that will be available beginning on Tuesday, May 2nd.

Masterfully crafted by Executive Chef Daniel Ganem, this new menu showcases his artistic culinary skills and passion for locally sourced produce. The five-course menu will feature seasonal vegetables, with each dish showcasing a variety of textures and flavors to create an unforgettable dining experience.

Each course showcases Florida’s unique bounty and the fresh flavors of the Spring season. Menu highlights include White Asparagus Carpaccio, a work of art featuring thin slices of white asparagus that are delicately plated and drizzled with Agrumato (lemon olive oil), and finished with Ricotta Crème Fraiche and fresh Basil; Pasta e Verdura, triangular green ravioli with artichoke, flageolet beans, and zucchini blossoms served in a light tomato water brodo; and a vibrant English Pea Acquerello Risotto made with Acquerello rice known for its quality, texture, and ability to blend perfectly with other ingredients. The dish is served with a mint-basil crema, Sorrels and Vacche Rose espuma. Also included is a Canape, Amuse, Intermezzo and a delectable Panna Cotta for dessert.

Fiola Miami’s Degustazione Di Verdura tasting menu will be available during dinner service.

The Hampton Social Launches New Programming

Grab your friends and head to Delray Beach’s newest addition, The Hampton Social, for the ultimate happy hour and brunch experiences.

For Happy Hour, Monday – Friday from 3-6PM, The Hampton Social Delray Beach serves up half-priced Rosé of the day, $4 beer and bites such as spicy pipette, bang bang chicken and Oyster St. Charles ranging from $8-14. Brunch is offered from 10AM – 3PM. Featuring refreshing cocktails like the Oyster Shooter, Hampton Frosé and the Vibe Spritz to tasteful bites such as the Monkey Bread, Short Rib Poutine and Crab Cake Benedict, The Hampton Social has created the best brunch and happiest hour of them all.

Bottomless Brunch at JohnMartin’s

JohnMartin’s, the iconic Miracle Mile Irish restaurant, has just started offering Bottomless Brunch every Sunday. Bottomless Brunch will flow from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. with $30 bottomless mimosas, bellinis and select beer.
Specialty cocktails include: Emerald Isle Elixir with 9 oz of fresh-pressed green juice server with a shot of either vodka, tequila or whiskey on the side, as well as the staple Irish Bacon Bloody Mary with bacon-infused whiskey, spicy rim, Cholula and fresh lime juice.

“Brunch Grub” selections include: Dublin Hash with potato, pancetta, diced tomato, onions, feta cheese, brisket, sunny side up egg, crostini and JohnMartin’s signature, house-made sauce; JohnMartin’s Hash Brown Cake with brisket, Irish cheddar, pickled onion, horseradish crema and a truffle cream sauce; and Miracle Mile French Toast with espresso-spiced fresh toast, Irish whiskey, chocolate whipped cream and a red wine berry compote.

The Goodtime Hotel Launches Whiskey Wind Down

The Goodtime Hotel has added an exciting event to their weekly programming – Whiskey Wind Down – featuring signature Old Fashioned cocktails, light bites from Strawberry Moon, and smooth tunes by a Gatsby-style live jazz band.

The event takes place every Sunday evening from 7:30-10:30pm in the hotel’s picturesque Library on the 3rd floor. Menu highlights include:

Old Fashioned ($15) – bourbon, simple syrup, angostura bitters, orange twist
Coconut Old Fashioned ($15) – bourbon, coconut syrup, orange bitters
Fig Sour ($15) – bourbon, lemon juice, fig syrup
Meze Trio ($32) – hummus, tzatziki, babaganoush, spicy feta
Tuna & Salmon ($24) – crispy caper, garlic, lemon vinaigrette
Sheftalia ($18) – lamb & pork sausage, sumac onion, garlic yogurt, lavash