Posts Tagged ‘Coral Gables’
Dine Magazine invites you to Coral Gables for a taste of Italy. For this event, we will be at Da Vittorio. Enjoy traditional Italian recipes from Chef Vittorio Lozzi prepared with only the finest ingredients in a simple, yet elegant atmosphere in a beautiful Mediterranean building on the corner of Giralda Avenue. For this event, you will receive 1 glass of wine and a selection of complimentary canapes.
Where: Da Vittorio, 270 Giralda Avenue, Coral Gables
When: Tuesday, December 8, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Cost: $10 in advance, $15 at the door — This event is free for members, but an RSVP is required to get in for free.
Canapes to be served include:
Tartine di Salmone Affumicato
Tartine di Mousse di Tuna
Tartine di Salame picante e formagio
Spiedine di Caprese
Olive all’ Ascolana
Everyone who attends and stays for dinner will receive 25% off dinner items.
Remember to bring your business cards, as we will be holding a raffle to win a dinner for 2 on New Year’s Eve at Da Vittorio (value $250).
Let’s continue to celebrate the food and wine of Italy during the first week of Simply Italian. Join us as we tour the countryside through the robust flavors of this simple, yet wonderful cuisine. For this event, we will be at Caffe Italia in Coral Gables. Guests will enjoy 1 glass of wine and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres.
Where: Caffe Italia, 3800 SW 8th Street in Coral Gables (305) 441-1199
When: Tuesday, Nov. 24 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Cost: $10 in advance, $15 at the door – Free for paid members of Dine Magazine’s Wine & Dine Club, but you must RSVP to Dine in order to get in for free.
Hors d’oeuvres to be served include:
Mini Tartlets – Ham & Cheese, Spinach & Eggplant
Potato Souffle
Stuffed Tomatoes with Crabmeat
Empanaditas
Bruschetta
Mushroom Quiche
Caffe Italia will offer a Surf & Turf Special for anyone who would like to stay for dinner. Enjoy a Whole Lobster with Filet Mignon served with a Marsala Sauce and Risotto for only $17.95.
Caffe Italia in Coral Gables is hosting a 5-course wine pairing dinner featuring the wines of Mumm Napa.
When: Thursday, November 12
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: Caffe Italia, 3800 SW 8th St. in Coral Gables
Cost: $59.95 ++ in advance, $75.00 ++ at the door
R.S.V.P. (305) 441-1199
1st Course
Pesce e Granchio (Florida Stone Crab served over a bed of Carpaccio Di Salmone Tres Pesce) served with Mumm Napa Brut Rose
2nd Course
Aragosta (Florida Lobster Tail in our Original Dijonnaise Sauce) paired with Mumm Napa Chardonnay
3rd Course
Risotto Alla Champagne (Risotto with Arugula and Roasted Garlic, tossed with Fresh Mozzarella) paired with Mumm Napa Pinot Noir
4th Course
Grilled Veal Chop in our exclusive Gourmet Orange and Ginger Sauce paired with Campo Viejo Gran Reserva
Dessert
Mousse Alla Caramel (Homemade Mousse prepared with Caramel) paired with Perrier Jouet Fleur Brut
Photo Credit: Scelera @ flickr
And you thought Miami Spice had some hot dining deals? It’s time to make your way to Coral Gables. They are offering some hot summer dining deals in many of their restaurants, in addition to Miami Spice.
Chilorio’s
130 Miracle Mile / 305-444-5044
Mention “Downtown Coral Gables Summer Promotions” to receive a 15 percent discount until August 30, and be sure to try one of their 10 salsas made fresh daily.
Red Koi Thai & Sushi Lounge
317 Miracle Mile / 305-446-2690
Celebrate the last days of summer with the $5 Summer Lunch Special at Red Koi Thai & Sushi Lounge, now through September 30.
Tarpon Bend Raw Bar & Grill
65 Miracle Mile / 305-444-3210
Refresh your thirst with $3.50 fresh fruit mojitos and $1 tacos during Mojito Madness every Thursday from 3 to 9 p.m.
Por Fin Restaurant & Lounge
2500 Ponce de Leon Blvd / 305-441-0107
There’s been a lot of buzz about Por Fin in the blogosphere lately and if these summer deals don’t get you in, I’m not quite sure what will. Stop by for daily specials, now through September 30.
· Monday Locals Night: Show your Florida license or Coral Gables business card to receive 20 percent off the entire bill.
· Tuesday Date Night: Bring along a date or friend to receive a complimentary bottle of wine when ordering from the special three-course menu.
· Wednesday Wine Day: Take 50 percent off any bottle of wine.
· Thursday Happy Hour: Celebrate with two-for-one cocktails, beer and wine, with $5 tapas.
· Sunday Paella Day: Have a fiesta with a free carafe of red sangria with every two paellas ordered.
· Daily Sunsetter Special: Dine 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and receive 25 percent off the entire bill.
California Pizza Kitchen
300 Miracle Mile / 305-774-9940
Register for a CPK Adventure Card and receive 20 percent off of “new” menu items such as the pesto chicken pizza, Moroccan salad and the Cabo crab cakes at the Miracle Mile location. Offer valid through September 15.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar
2525 Ponce de Leon Blvd / 305-569-7995
Celebrate good times! Book 2009 events by September 30 and receive a $50 Fleming’s card for every $500 spent, plus a $25 Fleming’s card for each guest.
Wolfe’s Wine Shoppe
124 Miracle Mile / 305-445-4567
Enjoy select Coral Gables restaurants and they will waive their corkage fee with wines purchased from Wolfe’s Wine Shoppe. The offer runs until September 30 in conjunction with Miami Spice. Participating restaurants include Ortanique on the Mile, Por Fin Restaurant & Lounge, Pascal’s on Ponce, Houston’s, Tarpon Bend Raw Bar & Grill, La Cofradia, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse and Spris.
Peterbrooke Chocolatier
227 Aragon Avenue / 305-446-3131
Escape the Miami heat on Wintry Wednesdays at Peterbrooke Chocolatier. Receive a single scoop of gelato for 99 cents every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Cold Stone Creamery
261 Miracle Mile / 305-403-7000
You scream. I scream. We all scream for ice cream, especially with daily specials like:
Monday Madness: Get a free Kid’s Create Your Own (ice cream plus one mix-in) with the purchase of a medium Love It Signature Creation, shake or smoothie.
Twofer Tuesday: Buy one Kid’s Create Your Own and get one free.
Waffle Wednesday: Receive a free plain waffle cone or bowl with the purchase of a medium Love It or a large Gotta Have It Signature Creation.
Thirsty Thursday: Get one half-off any size shake or smoothie from noon to 5 p.m.
Fast Lane Friday: Receive $1 off all cakes and cupcakes
Join us for Happy Hour at Ortanique in Coral Gables and enjoy the award-winning “Cuisine of the Sun” brought to you by Chef Cindy Hutson. Guests will enjoy 1 complimentary glass of Brutocao (Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Zin or Cabernet) and taste a selection of island-inspired hor d’oeuvres.
- Shiraz Braised Short Ribs on Crostinis
- Truffled Fries
- Curry Chicken Cigars with Cranberry Apricot Chutney -
- Baby Spinach & Swiss Cheese Tartlettes
There will be specials on the Brutocao for the remainder of the event.
Be sure to sign up quickly, as this event will sell out.
What: Happy Hour
When: Tuesday, July 21
Where: Ortanique, 278 Miracle Mile in Coral Gables
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Cost is $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
If you missed it, be sure to check out the article on Ortanique that just appeared in the New Times.
