Luxury Guide: Miami Winter 2021-2022

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Experience Miami’s top dining destinations.

A smoked cocktail at Elcielo

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Celebrating local restaurant milestones. The prestigious MINA Group is celebrating the first anniversary of Estiatorio Ornos , a restaurant offering Greek cuisine at Aventura Mall. They introduced South Florida’s first fish sommelier, tasked with sourcing the freshest possible fish from the Aegean Sea and local waters. Aventura Mall, 19565 Biscayne Blvd., Ste. 946, Aventura; 786.697.1681; michaelmina.net After 365 days, MILA is still partying hearty, continuing to offer MediterrAsian fare and mixology expertise in a rooftop setting that plays host to a burgeoning nightlife scene. 1636 Meridian Ave., Rooftop, Miami Beach; 786.706.0744; milarestaurant.com It’s stone crab season once again! On this occasion, we honor Joe’s Stone Crab , nearing 110 years of existence. It all started in 1913 as a small lunch spot then grew into an icon and must-visit seafood restaurant. 11Washington Ave., Miami Beach; 305.673.0365; joesstonecrab.com Also, take a cue from chefs and VIPs in the know and get stone crabs fresh and never frozen from Fresh Stone Crab , delivered right to your door. 305.989.1969; freshstonecrabs.com DATE NIGHT DESTINATIONS The perfect places for a just-the-two-of-us experience. Head to Coconut Grove’s secluded Peacock Garden for romantic alfresco dining amongst the greenery. Nosh on steak and seafood while imbibing garden-inspired cocktails. 2889 McFarlane Road, Coconut Grove; 305.774.3332; peacockgardenrestobar.com Immerse yourself and your date into the happening environment of Wynwood’s own Beaker & Gray , an indoor/outdoor eatery and bar. Share a plate of creative globally inspired eats and enjoy crafted cocktails—all made with fresh, responsibly acquired ingredients. 2637 N. Miami Ave., Miami; 305.699.2637; beakerandgray.com Elcielo provides great date night culinary fireworks. Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos blends his Colombian culinary roots with avant- garde, neuroscience-influenced dishes. Go for “The Experience” tasting menu, followed by some Chocotherapy. 31 SE Fifth St., Miami; 305.755.8840; elcielomiami.com

BY MICHAEL ISENBEK

Pina Colada (Photo by Michael Pisarri)

NEW TO THE SCENE Gems that have just opened their doors.

Sexy Fish Miami is set to open in Brickell sometime before the end of 2021—and they’re already a success in London. Expect Asian-inspired seafood, lavish decoration and the U.S.’s largest Dom Perignon selection. 1001 S. Miami Ave., Miami; sexy shmiami.com Newly-opened La Cañita is making a splash at Bayside Marketplace with Caribbean and pan-Latin eats that have a James Beard Award pedigree, a celebration of rum culture and dance-inducing live music. 401 Biscayne Blvd., 2nd oor, Miami; 305.392.0811; lacanitamiami.com Celebrity chef and prominent Miami culinary figure Michael Schwartz has opened another Harry’s Pizzeria in the area, providing an additional spot for foodies to experience his sublime, carefully conceived pizza creations. 1680 Meridian Ave., Miami Beach; 786.991.9511; harryspizzeria.com

ATMOSPHERIC SPOTS These striking eatery interiors add pizzazz to a night out.

Kosushi Miami is dominated by a honeycomb-like wood structure that sprawls across the walls and ceilings, with the sushi bar as a focal point. Enjoy its Japanese-Brazilian fusion during Wednesday’s Kaiseki-style Casa Do Omakase, a traditional multi- course Japanese dinner. 801 S. Pointe Drive, Miami Beach; 786.647.7272; kosushimiami.com You would never guess it from the street, but Soya & Pomodoro has a unique atmosphere that screams “classic Italian.” And the skilled chef duo behind

it all are bona fide Italians themselves, crafting Old World-inspired dishes. 120 NE First St., Miami; 305.381.9511; soyaepomodoro.com Cubaocho Museum & Performing Arts Center ’s atmosphere exudes Cuban culture. The best way to embrace this Little Havana fixture is to select one of numerous rums—or a mojito—offered at the café bar, fire up a cigar, then take in the Cuban art or an authentic performance. 1465 SW Eighth St., Ste.106, Miami; 305.285.5880; cubaocho.com

Seafood spread at Kosushi

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