MIAMI (July 31, 2014) – The organizers of the 13th Annual Miami Spice Restaurant Program, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB), today announced the return of exclusive dining deals on three-course lunch and dinner menus at more than 170 area restaurants, including 45 new participants, from Aug. 1 to Sept. 30, 2014. This year, the program introduces the new Miami Spice Mash-Ups, a culinary celebration of Miami’s diverse food scene.
The Miami Spice program kicks off August 1 with dining deals that include lunch priced at $23 per person and dinner priced at $39 per person. Prices include an appetizer, entrée and dessert, and exclude alcohol, tax, tip and service charges.
In an exciting first for the program, a series of exclusive Miami Spice Mash-Up dinners kicked off in June, with the final event planned in September. These curated collaborations, hosted by some of the area’s best-known chefs, offer an intimate and interactive experience.
“After 13 years of bringing locals and visitors affordable fine-dining, the Miami Spice program has evolved into a culinary movement celebrating the best in Miami’s food scene, “ said William D. Talbert III, CDME, president and CEO of the GMCVB. “This year we pay homage to our rich heritage and eclectic food by creating The Miami Spice Mash-Ups. These unique dining experiences feature chef collaborations bringing together diverse culinary styles and flavors into one dining experience.”
Browsing restaurants and making reservations is a piece of cake at www.ilovemiamispice.com, which features a complete list of participating venues, menus and scheduled events. The Miami Spice website offers photos of restaurants and featured dishes, with search functions for cuisine type, area/neighborhood, lunch/dinner and more.
This year, Miami Spice fans have the opportunity to win special prices through a social media promotion by posting and sharing photos of Miami Spice meals on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using #MiamiSpice. Foodies will have the chance to win one of eight weekly $100 prepaid gift cards or the grand prize of a hotel stay and VIP dining experience when posting their Miami Spice meal photos.
Miami Spice is proud to partner with MasterCard Priceless Miami, Botran Rum, Stella Artois, Foods from Chile and Wines of Chile on this year’s program. New participating restaurants include:
15th & Vine Kitchen and Bar
1826 Restaurant & Lounge
AQ by Acqualina
Bellmónt Spanish Restaurant
Big Fish Restaurant
Bistro BE
BLT Prime Miami
Bocce Bar
BrickTop’s Restaurant
Cavalli Restaurant & Lounge
Cipriani Downtown Miami
The District Miami
Earls Kitchen & Bar
El’eat
Embarcadero 41 Fusion
Fez
Francesco @ The Towers of Key Biscayne
Francesco Restaurant Coral Gables
HaVen South Beach
Icebox Cafe
Il Forno Ristorante
IL Mulino NY – SOUTH BEACH
La Gamba Restaurant
La Mar by Gaston Acurio
La Montanara Miami
L’echon Brasserie
Lorenzo
Lure Fishbar
Michael Mina 74 at Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Mignonette
Oolite Restaurant and Bar
Orange Blossom
Perfecto
Petit Bistro
Pied A Terre
Pilar Restaurant & Bar
Porfirios Restaurant
Seasalt & Pepper Brasserie
Semilla Eatery & Bar
SHIKANY
St. Regis Bar
Touche Restaurant & Rooftop Lounge
The Traymore Restaurant & Bar
Wine Depot 555
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse – by Wolfgang Zwiener
About the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) is an accredited not-for-profit sales and marketing organization whose mission is to attract visitors to Greater Miami and the Beaches for leisure, business and conventions. For a vacation guide visit our website at www.MiamiandBeaches.com or call 1-888-76-Miami (US/Canada only) or 305-447-7777. To reach the GMCVB offices dial 305-539-3000. Meeting planners may call 1-800-933-8448 (US/Canada only) or 305-539-3071 or visit www.MiamiMeetings.com. To get further engaged with Miami and the Beaches, join the conversation by following us on our social media channels at Facebook.com/visitmiami, Twitter.com/miamiandbeaches, Instagram.com/miamiandbeaches and Pinterest.com/miamiandbeaches.
About MasterCard
MasterCard (NYSE: MA), www.mastercard.com, is a technology company in the global payments industry. We operate the world’s fastest payments processing network, connecting consumers, financial institutions, merchants, governments and businesses in more than 210 countries and territories. MasterCard’s products and solutions make everyday commerce activities — such as shopping, traveling, running a business and managing finances — easier, more secure and more efficient for everyone. Follow us on Twitter @MasterCardNews, join the discussion on the Cashless Conversations Blog and subscribe for the latest news.
About Botran® Rums
The Botran® family has produced premium rums in Guatemala for more than six decades, with uncompromising dedication to quality. During the unique Solera System aging process, Botran rums are aged in white oak barrels, new and charred, which previously held American Whiskey, aged Sherry Wines and finally, are placed in Port barrels. This aging system, in harmony with the concentrated sugar cane juice extracted from the family’s very own harvest, yields bold flavors. The Botran® portfolio includes Reserva, aged up to 15 years, Solera 1893, aged up to 18 years, and Botran® Reserva Blanca aged 3 years. Visit www.botranrums.com for more information.
About Stella Artois
Stella Artois® is part of a Belgian brewing tradition dating back to 1366. It is the number one Belgian beer in the world and is present in more than 80 countries. Stella Artois® is a bottom filtered, blonde pilsner. It is thirst quenching with a malty middle and crisp finish delivering a full flavor and a hint of bitterness. Stella Artois® is best enjoyed served between 3 and 5 degree Celsius and should be served in the unique Stella Artois® Chalice according to the 9-Step Pouring Ritual to guarantee a perfect experience of this gold standard lager. Visitwww.stellaartois.com for more information.
About Food from Chile
Chile is the world’s premier healthful food-producing country. With our fertile land and pristine waters, we bring truly wholesome food to your table. Chile’s natural resources, pristine environment, and diversity of climates provide ideal conditions for a wide variety of nutritious foods. We’re proud to showcase 22 products from Chile, that are exported to the U.S. and contribute to a healthy Mediterranean diet. The Foods from Chile campaign is dedicated to sharing the wholesome goodness of foods grown and produced in Chile. Visitwww.foodsfromchile.org for more information.
About Wines of Chile
Wines of Chile is committed to promoting Chilean wines throughout the world. Wines of Chile’s 86 member wineries belong to Vinos de Chile and represent 85% of Chile’s bottled wine exports, including small and large growers, suppliers, wineries and exporters. Visit www.winesofchile.org for more information.