Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month September 15- October 15th

A month long celebration of Hispanic Culture includes some amazing food and drinks. With the end of Miami Spice only a week or so away, now is your chance to celebrate both (Miami Spice offers where available).

Boia De- 5205 NE 2nd Avenue in Little Haiti

Boia De will be hosting its annual Chilean Independence Day celebration on Wednesday, September 18 in honor of co-owner Luciana Giangrandi's Chilean roots. The restaurant will have an all Chilean by-the-glass wine list curated by sommelier Gabriela Ospina, traditional Chilean dish specials such as Empanadas de Pino and Clams A La Parmesana, and a thematically on point playlist by Vinos Del Rey. www.boiaderestaurant.com

Havana Harry’s- 4612 South Le Jeune Road

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Havana Harry’s, Miami’s iconic Cuban restaurant. Every Tuesday, guests will be able to enjoy $8 mojitos with their authentic Cuban dishes and decadent desserts. Some of their favorites are the vaca frita breakfast sandwich with mozzarella cheese, sweet plantains and cilantro sauce on Cuban bread, breakfast tacos with chorizo, cheddar cheese and avocado on a flour tortilla, and for dessert a variety of Flans, Tres Leches, and Rice Pudding. It’s the perfect spot for family-style dining with an inviting atmosphere where guests can taste the true flavors of Cuba. www.havanaharrys.com.

Finka Table & Tap-14690 SW 26th Street in Miami.

Chef Eileen Andrade's Finka Table & Tap is the perfect venue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, as it seamlessly blends a diverse culinary experience of Cuban, Peruvian, and Korean cuisines with an inviting atmosphere. The eatery is known for its eclectic food menu complimented by craft cocktails created by Alexander Aportela. The space is a go-to spot for families and couples in the suburbs of West Kendall in Miami. The spacious restaurant seats 222 guests indoors with private dining for up to 45 guests and the bar/lounge accommodating 24 guests. www.finkarestaurant.com or call (305) 227-8818.

Amelia’s 1931-13601 SW 26 Street in Miami.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Amelia's 1931, the elegant and contemporary restaurant from Chef Eileen Andrade, where her heritage and love for food is infused into every dish. This revamped masterpiece transcends its origins as a Cuban-inspired diner, now a seductive and alluring culinary and cocktail haven off-the-beaten-path Miami. It boasts a stunning full bar with an intoxicating array of signature cocktails, setting the stage for an unparalleled dining experience. Andrade’s culinary talent shines through with a delectable menu – a fusion of Cuban and Asian influences. Andrade's culinary artistry, inspired by and named after her grandmother, shines through in every dish. Telephone: (305) 554-4949; www.amelias1931.com.

Cafe La Trova -971 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33130

To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Cafe La Trova will shine the spotlight on four Hispanic countries that have made a significant and lasting contribution to the classic cocktail world. Each week from Sept 15 - Oct 15, Cafe La Trova’s world-famous cantineros (Cuban bartenders) will highlight one Hispanic country and a representative cocktail. Week #1: Paloma (Mexico); Week #2: Passion Fruit Pisco Sour (Peru); Week #3: Caipirinha (Brasil); Week #4: Enroque (Cuba). Additionally, $1 from each cocktail will be donated to the American Museum of the Cuban Diaspora.

Toro Toro- InterContinental Miami.

Internationally renowned chef Richard Sandoval is once again bringing his immersive Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) culinary celebration to Toro Toro, Sandoval’s Pan-Latin steakhouse located at the InterContinental Miami. The month-long campaign – which kicks off on Monday, October 1 and runs through Sunday, November 3 – celebrates the rich traditions of Sandoval’s Mexican heritage. As part of the campaign, Toro Toro will be featuring an exclusive, a la carte menu of culinary and cocktail selections, each with a cultural significance to the celebration. Specialty dishes on offer include Black Enmoladas ($25); Chile Ancho Relleno ($32); Empanadas de Langosta ($26); and Filete en Salsa Negra ($75). The flavorful menu will be accompanied by $18 specialty cocktails including the Papel Picado Paloma – Gran Malo tequila, Giffard Créme de Violette, agave syrup, lime juice, red wine and grapefruit soda with a hibiscus salt rim, and a Marigold Margarita – Reposado tequila, tonic, Marigold simple syrup and fresh lime juice with a tajin rim. www.torotoromiami.com/events; (305) 372-4710.

Bulla Gastrobar- 5335 NW 87th Avenue, c102 in Doral, 2500 Ponce de Leon in Coral Gables, and 8870 SW 136th Street, Suite RR01 in Miami.

To kick off Hispanic Heritage Month, Bulla Gastrobar is celebrating with fantastic specials on Tuesday, September 17th. They will be offering $7 sangrias all day, complimentary paella tasting during Happy Hour, and 50% off pitchers of sangria when guests order off of the special paella menu. Bulla is inspired by Spain’s tapa scenes, features tantalizing creations served as they are prepared, to be shared and paired with great wines. bullagastrobar.com.

R House- 2727 NW 2nd Avenue in Wynwood

Located in the heart of Wynwood, R House is a pioneering restaurant and bar offering stellar hospitality and entertainment with a Latin American inspired menu. Chef/Co-Owner Rocco Carulli describes his menu as a “love letter” to Miami as it celebrates the vivacious flavors and Hispanic Heritage. This month guests can celebrate Hispanic Heritage with R House’s signature Latin dishes like their popular Coffee-Braised Short Rib Arepas served with pico, crispy onions, and cilantro crema or the Cuban Montadito with slow roasted pork, serrano ham, local mustard, Swiss cheese, chimichurri puree, and bread. The restaurant is open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday; Drag Brunch is offered at 11:30AM and 2:30PM on Saturdays and Sundays. All guests must be 18 or over during live entertainment periods with photo ID required. Telephone: (305) 576-0201. For reservations or further information visit www.rhousewynwood.com.

Pisco y Nazca- 8551 NW 53rd Street, A101 in Doral, 8405 Mills Drive, Suite 206 in Kendall and 101 Miracle Mile in Coral Gables

Hispanic Heritage Month is here and Pisco y Nazca – which serves up traditional Peruvian cuisine with a modern twist along with unique cocktails – is celebrating on Tuesday, September 17th with Chaufa tasting during Happy Hour paired with $8 pisco sours all day.. For more information about any location, please visit piscoynazca.com.

Kojin 2.0- 804 Ponce de Leon Boulevard in Coral Gables

Chef Pedro Mederos’s Kojin 2.0 is the ideal Hispanic Heritage Month locale; a harmonious fusion of Cuban influence on a modern American restaurant with Japanese flair makes for an unforgettable culinary experience. With seats for 30 guests, the cuisine is simple, taking excellent ingredients and amazing techniques and allowing them to shine. The guest experience aims to feel as if one has stepped into the Mederos’ home for a curated meal. . The restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner from noon to 10PM. Abundant street parking is available. Telephone: (786) 747-1404; www.kojin2.com.

MO Bar + Lounge at Mandarin Oriental-501 Brickell Key Drive, Miami, FL 33131

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage month, MO Bar + Lounge at Mandarin Oriental, Miami is launching a Cuban Afternoon Experience, available daily from 3pm to 7pm from September 15th onwards. Savor the essence of Cuba with authentic favorites such as Tostones con Lechón, Malanga fritters, Yucca Fries, and the Elena Ruz Tea Sandwich, along with delicious desserts like Guava & Cheese Tart and rich Coconut Flan, all served with the iconic and beloved Miami staple coffee, Cuban Colada. Priced at $48 (++) for two people, guests are invited to enjoy a taste of elegance with a Cuban twist, amidst the breathtaking Miami waterfront skyline.

La Mar by Gaston Acurio 500 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL 33131

La Mar will honor Hispanic Heritage Month by offering a limited-time ceviche trio special curated by Chef Diego Oka, which will be available from September 15th through October 15th. The trio will alternate based on seasonality and a portion of proceeds from the dish will be donated to His House Children's Home, a charity organization dedicated to restoring the lives of children.

( information and images provided by numerous sources and subject to change)