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Food and drink events across Miami over the weekend include the debut of The Key Club’s weekend brunch menu, a Seapsice “Show and Tell” brunch event, and Fiola’s Pasta Omakase experience.
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The Key Club’s outdoor terrace
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Weekend Brunch at the Key Club
The Key Club is launching its weekend brunch this Saturday. The a la carte menu will offer dishes like a warm pastry basket ($14), jelly doughnut holes ($14), a protein bowl with grilled chicken, quinoa, egg white, and avocado ($19), and a croissant sandwich with peppered bacon and caramelized onion jam and cheddar ($16). The signature brunch cocktail is the “Full House,” a concoction of watermelon, Thai basil, lemon, and prosecco. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at 3015 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove; 305-521-4969; thekeyclub.com.
B-Side at 1-800-Lucky will offer a special roll to make the relaunch of the food hall’s private karaoke room.
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Private Karaoke Room Relaunch at 1-800-Lucky
To celebrate 1-800-Lucky’s relaunch of its private karaoke room, chef Val Chang (B-Side, Itamae) has created a limited edition “Princess Mononoke” sushi roll, filled with fried hamachi, scallions, and avocado, topped with torched huancaina sauce ($18), to pair with an option from the food hall’s dedicated sake bar. The karaoke room will be open starting Saturday, June 18 Prices range from $15-$25 per guest, and drink packages start at $50 per person. The “Let’s Get Lucky” option, which includes five premium cocktails, beer, wine, or sake will be offered for $90. 1 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, June 18, at 143 NW 23rd St, Miami; 305-768-9826; 1800lucky.com.
A Parmigiano Reggiano tasting at Via Emilia Garden
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Celebrate National Cheese Day at Via Emilia Garden
Through June 30, Via Emilia restaurants are celebrating National Cheese Day with a special Parmigiano Reggiano tasting. The two-course meal includes a starter of different varieties of Parmigiano Reggiano ($18 per person), followed by an entree of tortellini in Parmigiano cream, a dish combining the restaurant’s handmade, hot-cooked tortellini pasta with scrapings from inside a carved-out Parmigiano cheese wheel ($28). Wine pairings and fruit plates can be purchased to complement the meal. Available through June 30 at 1120 15th St., Miami Beach; 786-216-7150: viaemilia9.com.
Rigatoni at Fiola
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Pasta Omakase at Fiola
Chef Fabio Trabocchi’s will debut a Pasta Omakase experience at his Italian eatery in Coral Gables, starting this Saturday. Available through July, the six-course tasting menu will feature five chef-choice pasta dishes and a dessert. The meal is priced at $125 per person and a wine pairing option is available for $95. 1500 San Ignacio Ave., Coral Gables; 305-912-2369; fiolamiami.com.
Seaspice’s Miami River views are unparalleled.
Photo courtesy of Seaspice
Seaspice’s Show and Tell Brunch/Fashion Event
This Saturday, June 18, Seaspice will host a special “Show and Tell” brunch. The event will combine the waterfront restaurant’s regular a la carte brunch meal of offerings like Maine lobster benedict, shrimp avocado toast, and savory French toast with an array of fashion shows by international designer luxury brands. Noon to 4 p.m. at 412 NW N River Dr, Miami; 305-440-4200; seaspice.com. Reservations strongly suggested.
Lemon ricotta pancakes at Icebox Cafe
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Celebrate Father’s Day
Sunday, June 19, marks Father’s Day, a time to celebrate Dad and everything he does. Miami restaurants have created special feasts and are offering complimentary treats to make sure Dad has a good time on his day. Find the ten best options here. Sunday, June 18 at various locations.
