This week's food and drink news features a restaurant newcomer to Miami Beach's waterfront, and where you should go for a locally-sourced tasting experience.
SOHO Bay's ceviche.
SOHO Bay Debuts on Miami Beach Waterfront
Miami's newest Brazilian import is not exactly what you'd expect—a modern Japanese eatery hailing from Bahia. The first SOHO Bay outside of Brazil opens its doors on Tuesday with a menu of Brazil-influenced Japanese fare such as the Lion Fish Rio dish—lion fish, pressed pickled cucumber, Fresno pepper, and cucumber caipirinha air—as well as sushi rolls, ceviche, tempura, and robata. Not only do diners get picturesque views of the bay, they also have the option to arrive by boat via the eatery's private dock. 520 West Ave., Miami Beach, 786-618-2788
Paradise Farms Prix-Fixe Menu at Verde
The theme at Verde at PAMM is local, and it's going all out for Earth Month. The restaurant teamed up with Homestead's Paradise Farms to offer a special prix-fixe menu every Thursday in April. Whipped up by new executive chef Kaytlin Brakefield, each dish features a fresh, seasonal ingredient from Paradise Farms—like the squash blossom fritters with house-made ricotta and honey; kale caesar salad with tomato, pancetta, and rye crouton; and buttermilk panna cotta with passion fruit-pineapple compote. Pérez Art Museum Miami, 1103 Biscayne Blvd., 786-345-5697; Call or visit pamm.org/dining for reservations
National Beer and Empanada Day at The District
Just when you thought the holiday weekend was over, there are two more reasons to eat and drink this week: National Beer Day (April 7) and National Empanada Day (April 8). Head over to The District for a joint celebration/happy hour on April 8 from 5-7 p.m. with four rare local brews and complimentary chicken, beef, and veggie empanadas from chef Horacio Rivadero. 190 N.E. 46th St., Miami, 305-573-4199
Cooking for Life Tasting Event with Chef Masaharu Morimoto
Chef Michelle Bernstein has a star-studded culinary team to back her up at the Cooking for Life Festival held April 17-19. One hot ticket you'll want to get your hands on ASAP is dinner with Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto at the Shelborne Wyndham Grand South Beach on April 18. All dinner guests will sample locally sourced dishes crafted and served by Morimoto and 11 other top local chefs, while VIP attendees get early access with champagne and sushi. 1801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-341-1500; Purchase tickets here
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF FELIPE CUEVAS