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Miami Food Events This Week: Flying South Dinner, Pi Day, and Snail of Approval

Flying South Dinner with Global Dining Access, Pi Day, Snail of Approval tasting, and March Madness tip-off

March 13, 2023

The Flying South dinner series Photo by Andrew Woomer

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This week, Miami food and drink events include the Flying South dinner with Global Dining Access, Pi Day, the Snail of Approval tasting event, and the March Madness tip-off.

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Dishes inspired by the Basque region with Florida influences

Photo by Andrew Woomer

Flying South Dinner Series

Jaguar Sun and guest chef Ryan Bartlow of Ernesto's in New York City come together at Understory to continue the Flying South dinner series. The six-course menu includes black truffle rabbit rice, Catalan red shrimp, and Basque cheesecake. 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 13, at 7135 NW First Ct., Miami. Dinner costs $185 and is exclusive to American Express card members; reservations are available via resy.com.

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Key lime pie from Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop

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Fireman Derek's Celebrate Pi Day

Celebrate National Pi Day on Tuesday, March 14, with pie. Fireman Derek's Bake Shop will sell freshly baked key lime pie slices for $3.14. Tuesday, March 14, at various locations; firemandereks.com.

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The slow-food tasting is back for its annual event.

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Snail of Approval Tasting Party

Slow Food Miami will host its 12th annual Snail of Approval tasting party. This year, the event will honor Miami chefs and restaurants who prioritize sustainability and local sourcing. Participating chefs include Niven Patel from Orno and Mamey, Nicolas Miller from Empower Farms, and Patricia Olsen from Under the Mango Tree. 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday, March 16, at 3025 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Tickets cost $128 to $750 via eventbrite.com.

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March Madness specials

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March Madness Tip-Off

Batch Gastropub will host the start of March Madness at both its locations. Watch the game on the sports bar's big screens and enjoy $15 all-you-can-eat boneless wings, $5 Bud Light drafts, Five for $25 mix and match 16-ounce beer buckets, and $5 barn-burner shots. Thursday, March 16, at 30 SW 12th St., Miami; and 14813 Lyons Rd., Delray Beach; batchgastropub.com.

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