July 14, 2023
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Peruvian Independence Day at La Mar
Tropezón Paella Sundays
New Brunch at Quinto
Peruvian Independence Day at La Mar
July 28th commemorates Independence Day in Peru and what better place to celebrate it in Miami than at La Mar by Gaston Acurio at Mandarin Oriental, Miami. The unique dining experience will feature an extravagant dinner buffet including hot and cold stations, live music and unlimited pisco sours. The price is $175 per person ++.. Reservations are required and can be made online HERE.
Please note all reservations for Peruvian Independence Day are for a two-hour dining experience. Tax and Gratuity are not included. Indoor and terrace seating are both available. For more information on pricing for children, please call (305) 913 8358.
Photo by Ruben Cabrera.
Tropezón Paella Sundays
Tropezón, the Andalusian inspired gin + tapas bar located in the hidden corridors of Espanola Way, is hosting its second Paella Sunday of the summer on Sunday, July 30. Paella Sundays take place on the last Sunday of every month through August. Priced at $55 per person, the eatery will offer a special Paella menu with 5 paella options to choose from such as duck, squid + chorizo, fish + shrimp, grilled presa (pork shoulder) and mushroom paella.
Photo by Jen Castro
New Brunch at Quinto
Quinto is Downtown Miami’s South American restaurant overlooking the Miami skyline. Located at the EAST Miami Hotel in Brickell, Quinto is known for its signature open-fire cooking style, personable service, and unique combination of rustic charm and casual comfort.
Kicking off on Sunday, July 16th, Quinto will introduce its newest concept: Brunch de Barrio, a modern take on street food classics.
Brunch de Barrio is a journey through Latin American neighborhoods or “barrios.” A walk with friends and family along unbeaten paths while visiting new destinations with the purpose of coming across authentic and exceptional food and drinks. Sharing experiences and creating memories through bites and sips are the purpose of this true culinary adventure.
Priced at $75+ per person, guests can enjoy South American flavors, endless a la carte, – boasting more than 20 dishes – and free-flowing bottomless cocktails. Brunch-goers can indulge in Vuelve a la Vida, a seafood cocktail (shrimp, octopus, calamari, oyster), with orange-lime-tomato cold broth, avocado, and tortilla chips; the Tostada de Pulpo, poached octopus, pineapple, fried corn tortilla, macha sauce, guacamole, and octopus chicharron; or the Ostras y Michelada, Blue Point oysters with soy, lime, tabasco and worcestershire sauce from the Barra Fria (cold bar).
Tantalize the taste buds with items from the grill, Del Fuego, including Huevos Rancheros Divorciados; prepared with two fried eggs, fried corn tortilla, salsa roja, salsa verde, black beans, queso fresco, and cilantro; Chile Relleno, roasted poblano pepper, Oaxaca cheese, black bean sauce and fresh tortilla chips; or Tabla de Carne, grilled skirt steak, NY strip steak, rack of lamb, and chimichurri.
Pair any of the variety of brunch dishes with Quinto’s signature cocktails ranging from the Blood Orange Pisco Sour, made with pisco, blood orange juice, lime juice, agave syrup, and egg white; to the Coconut Espresso Martini, shaken with vodka, coffee liquor, espresso, and coconut foam.
Those looking for traditional brunch classics can opt for Bloody Mary’s, Mimosas, Bellinis, Prosecco and select wines. For dessert, guests can finish off their meal with the decadent Tostada de Tres Leches, Pastel de Elote, Paleta de Mango y Leche de Coco, and more.
Brunch de Barrio is offered every Sunday from 12PM to 4PM.