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Mother's Day 2022:
Where to Dine
Foodie
May 1, 2022
With Mother's Day approaching, it's time to start thinking of that special meal for the mother figure in your life. We've got you covered if you're looking for bottomless brunches, cool new spots, brunch staples, or indulgent entrees.
KAORI
For an elevated Dinner for Mom, KAORI is the perfect spot to celebrate the holiday. Located in the heart of Brickell, KAORI Miami appeals to those looking for an authentic evening-time vibe, an extraordinary culinary experience carefully curated by locally renowned Chef Raymond Li, and a bar and lounge area that brings an inspired mixture of entertainment and live music to its incredible beverage program.
To start the evening, indulge in delicious appetizers like the Stracciatella and Fig Spread, Za’atar Labneh or the delicious Blue fin Tuna; stay for entrees such as famed Crispy Prawns, the Shinshu A5 Strip Loin, or the Spicy Udon Noodles; and finish off with the Five Spice Egg Custard or Koji Key Lime Tart.
Aside from an incredible culinary focus, guests can also expect a sublime cocktail, wine, and sake programming. Prominent local bartender, James MacInnes, serves as KAORI’s Beverage Director, and he incorporates a variety of innovative ingredients from different cuisines into the signature cocktail menu. Treat Mom to the Ume Tonikku, Normandy Sour, Sakura or the signature Kaori cocktail this Mother’s Day.
This Mother’s Day, toast to Mom at Le Jardinier’s Champagne Mother’s Day Brunch. Beverage Director Juan Carlos Santana handpicked a selection of beautiful bubbles to pair with an al la carte menu of dishes. Bottomless MOMosas, made with Aperol, Cremant de Limoux, and orange will be available only on Mother’s Day ($40) as well as bottomless Rossini ($40) with Crème de fraises bois, Cremant de Limoux and fresh strawberries. A la carte dishes include Citrus Cured Hiramasa with Mango and Passionfruit, Ōra King Salmon Rillette with Country Bread and Avocado, Mahi Mahi with Charred Scallion, Soubisse and Leeks and Bavette Au Jus with Royal Trumpet Mushrooms and Crispy Potatoes. The meal will end with a special chocolate surprise designed by Executive Pastry Chef Salvatore Martone. Le Jardinier’s modern, light-filled space and lush outdoor dining area evoke a tropical garden vibe within Miami Design District, ideal to celebrate the moms in your life. Sunday May 8, 11:30am-3:30pm
Nikki Beach Springtime Vintage Mother's Day Brunch
Nikki Beach invites you to celebrate Mother’s Day with a springtime brunch soiree as we celebrate the women in our lives. Surrounded by fresh florals and vibrant decor, guests can enjoy live entertainment, delicious eats and the sea breeze. Make it an afternoon she will always remember!
Guests can expect to see brunch favorites such as an omelet station, crepe station, live paella station, sushi, carving station, along with a house-made dessert station. A special partnership with Angie’s Epicurean Ice Cream Cart featuring Plant-and-cashew-based ice cream; Gluten free, vegan & organic, kosher ice cream will also be in place and available for purchase.
Give Mom the royal treatment this Mother’s Day with an indulgent meal at COTE Miami! Order the Feast of USDA Prime & Wagyu Beef ($125 per person ++), a thoughtfully priced offering that provides guests with a tour of COTE’s finest plates featuring five selected cuts including scallops and USDA Prime, American Wagyu, and Japanese A5 Wagyu. Begin your meal with plump oysters as part of the Fisherman’s Welcome and enjoy an array of Korean accompaniments including pickled seasonal vegetables and salads; fresh Red Leaf Lettuce with Ssaam-jang; fluffy Savory Egg Soufflé; Two Stews with Rice; followed by Soft Serve ice cream topped with soy sauce caramel for dessert. A la carte menu options will also be available as part of an all day menu available during lunch hours from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and dinner hours from 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Truluck's
In addition to Truluck's usual amazing menu of seafood and steak selections, all locations will showcase the following offerings for the Mother's Day holiday served Sunday, May 8.
Reservations are not required, but are highly recommended, and can be made via OpenTable or by calling the location of your choosing.
Mother's Day Special Include:
West Coast Dungeness Crab Pasta featuring fresh, hand-picked pieces of sweet Dungeness, pappardelle, parmesan, fresh peas with a creamy tomato sauce and Indian spices (59)
Sip on our exclusive Floradora cocktail* with Hendrick’s Gin, Reàl Raspberry Syrup, Lime Juice, and Fever Tree Ginger Beer (14.5)
And satisfy your sweet tooth with our Blueberry Vanilla Cake with cream cheese icing and passion fruit creme anglaise (18)
This Mother’s Day, celebrate mom with a tropical brunch at the island-inspired restaurant, Mamey at THesis Hotel. Mamey mamis can sip on Bottomless Spritzes and indulge in delicious food selections by Chef Niven Patel like White Truffle & Brie Grilled Cheese ($14) served with homestead mango jam dip, on Sullivan Street Pullman Bread; Local Wahoo Ceviche ($17), made with coconut leche de tigre, cachucha peppers, cilantro, red onion, avocado, and more.
