November 1, 2024
After a family emergency last week, we’re back: Each Friday, we try to 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.
New Programming at Amal
Queen Wednesdays at Queen Miami Beach
Tomatini Day at LPM
Zucca Unveils New Fall Menu
Election Day Freebie at One K Miami
New Programming at Amal
Coconut Grove’s modern Lebanese restaurant and bar, Amal, is elevating its weekday “Lunch Break” menu with a special afternoon tea service. Available weekdays, Amal’s high tea features a show-stopping tower of savory and sweet assorted Lebanese delicacies including baklava, ashta, lady fingers, and a choice of beverage for $38 per person. Highlights for sipping include Turkish coffee, a selection of teas, or Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut Champagne (at $60 per person).
To celebrate Lebanon’s annual olive season, Amal is also spotlighting olive oil imported directly from Lebanon in seasonal chef specials for dinner throughout the month of November. Menu specials include Labneh with marinated olives, mint, and olive oil, served with freshly baked pita; Savory Lamb Ouzi made with braised lamb and served with spiced basmati rice, cashew, and cucumber yogurt; and Olive Oil Cake served with orange blossom syrup, vanilla, and mint.
Queen Wednesdays at Queen Miami Beach
Step into a world where sophistication meets daring edge with the launch of Queen Wednesdays at Queen Miami Beach. Starting November 13th, this bold and glamorous weekly event redefines the concept of a classic ladies’ night, offering a night tailored for women who seek luxury with an exhilarating twist. Every Wednesday from 7 PM until late, guests can indulge in exclusive food and cocktail specials, glamorous entertainment, and an electric atmosphere designed to captivate and thrill.
A captivating lineup of live entertainment—from aerialists and musicians to playful, interactive performers—will elevate the evening’s allure, creating a dynamic ambiance perfect for dancing and letting loose in a chic, upscale setting.
Exclusive Beverage Specials:
– Signature Mademoiselle Cocktail: $12.
– Rosé Wine Specials: $12.
– Sparkling Brut Rosé: $80 per bottle
– Specialty Sharing Cocktail: Serves up to 4ppl – $40 (Vodka, st Germain, rose, cherry, grapefruit sparkling wine)
Gourmet Delights:
Specialty Champagne-based Tableside Dessert
Tomatini Day at LPM
On Tuesday 12th November, LPM Restaurant & Bar (LPM), the renowned French Riviera-inspired restaurant group, will celebrate its inaugural Tomatini Day in honor of the beloved signature savory cocktail, The Tomatini. A global emblem of luxury lifestyle and emanating the essence of LPM Restaurant & Bar’s French Riviera roots, the occasion will be marked across all 10 of the restaurant’s locations worldwide for the first time in 2024.
Each LPM restaurant will be paying homage to the exquisite tomato based cocktail through this celebratory day in partnership with Ketel One Vodka. Guests dining at LPM Restaurant & Bar during the week of Tomatini Day can expect to be fully immersed in the celebrations, with each guest dining on 12th November receiving a complimentary Tomatini or TomatiNO upon arrival.
The Tomatini is made exclusively with Ketel One Vodka, featuring a delicate combination of freshly muddled Campari Tomatoes, a pinch of salt and pepper, a 3-year-old white balsamic vinegar, and a dash of simple syrup for balance, garnished with a salt and pepper dipped cherry tomato and a theatrical crack of fresh black pepper from LPM’s signature giant pepper mill. The Tomatini is more than a cocktail – it’s the essence of LPM in a martini glass, and a symbol of the laid back glamour of the French Riviera.
Zucca Unveils New Fall Menu
The Coral Gables hotspot known for its authentic cuisine and warm atmosphere is excited to introduce limited-time fall prix-fixe lunch and dinner specials. Available now through the end of November, the three-course dining experience offers a selection of seasonal cocktails, appetizers, main courses, and desserts.
Some of the seasonal favorites include for appetizers the Insalata Autunnale Di Burrata dish, with grilled peaches and elderflower dressing and the Carpaccio di Vitello, a Veal Loin carpaccio made with Tuscan Pecorino cheese and truffles vinaigrette. For a main course, the Pappardelle Al Sugo Di Lepre Alla Toscano is a fan favorite pappardelle made in a Tuscan rabbit ragu sauce, and finally for dessert the delicious homemade Italian Tiramisu. Priced at $39++ for lunch and $48++ for dinner, these delightful dishes can be savored at a wonderful value. Inspired by the flavors of autumn and traditional Italian favorites, it’s a culinary creation worth indulging in.
In addition, guests can also enjoy three unique seasonal cocktails including the Tequila Leaves, carefully crafted with Milagro Silver Tequila, lemon juice, simple syrup, watermelon, and mint leaves, along with the Blood Orange with Beluga Vodka, blood orange juice, fever tree ginger beer, and lemon juice, and the Limoncello Spritz mixed with house-made Limoncello, cucumber and Prosecco.
Election Day Freebie at One K Miami
One K Miami in Brickell will be offering a complimentary glass of Prosecco with the purchase of an entree to any diner flashing the ‘I Voted’ sticker between now and November 5.
What better way to exercise your civic duty than enjoying Tuna-Tar Tacos, Loaded Truffle Fries and other delicious bites paired with a refreshing glass of bubbles at One K Miami? Relax on the outdoor terrace and soak in the vibrant atmosphere while people-watching, and cheers to using your voice!