World Cup 2014 – Score Big at South Florida’s Top Restaurants

Dade Restaurants:

The Dutch: In tribute to the bold flavors of Brazil, Executive Chef Conor Hanlon is preparing an internationally inspired Mini Mixed Churrasco – choice cuts of chicken, pork and beef marinated in a traditional mix of garlic, olive oil, lime and oregano and grilled over an open flame, served with chimichurri sauce. Accoutrements include steamed rice and black bean soffritto cooked in a fragrant stock with carrots, onions, celery and garlic. Chef Hanlon’s World Cup specialty dish will be available à la carte ($32) at The Dutch, Living Room and WET poolside.

The memorable Mini Mixed Churrasco is also part of the two-night Timeout Getaway Package ($489 per person, plus tax & gratuity) at the W South Beach; which also features two signature cocktails daily, inspired by the countries of the competing teams, and a ‘Create-Your-Own Caipirinha kit’ welcome amenity upon arrival.

The Dutch is located inside W South Beach Hotel & Residences, 2201 Collins Avenue, in Miami Beach. For more information or to book the Timeout Getaway Package, please call 1.877.822.0000. Package must be booked seven days in advance. For reservations at The Dutch, please call (305) 938-3111 or visit www.thedutchmiami.com.

Meat Market:During World Cup games and for the duration of the competition, Meat Market will offer an International Happy Hour menu at the bar. The 32 nations competing for the FIFA World Cup Trophy will be represented on the libations menu, with selections including:

 

• Homemade Leblon Brazilian Cachaca Caipirinha Pitcher ($30)
• $7 Glasses of Wine: French, Spanish, Italian, German, Australian…
• Half Price Beer: Belgium, Korea Republic, Netherlands, Croatia, Costa Rica…
• $7 Spirits & Specialty Cocktails: Pimm’s Cup (England), Highland Sandia (Mexico), Swiss Chocolate Martini (Switzerland)…

Chef/Co-owner Sean Brasel will also offer an array of menu items inspired by the competing countries, including:

• American Wagyu Bacon and Cheese Slider with Meat Market Fries ($9)
• Argentinean Short Ribs Empanada with BBQ sauce ($9)
• Netherlands Gouda Cheese Tater Tots ($9)

Meat Market is located at 915 Lincoln Road.  For reservations, please call (305) 532-0088 or visit www.meatmarketmiami.com.

Oak Tavern: Show your futbol spirit at Oak Tavern and enjoy country-inspired drinks as you witness the most anticipated soccer games of 2014. Beginning June 12, the restaurant will be featuring a World Cup Caipirinha cocktail in honor of its host Brazil, as well as specially priced $5 A-Z libations paying homage to competing teams including Aguardiente – Colombia; Fernet & Coke – Argentina; Gin & Tonic – England; Tequila & Sangrita – Mexico; and Gin Tonic – Spain. Pair your refreshing drinks with a bite and watch all the games on HD widescreen at Oak Tavern’s communal table.

Oak Tavern is located at 35 NE 40^th Street in Miami’s Design District. Telephone: (786) 391-1818; for more information please visit www.oaktavernmiami.com.

HaVen South Beach:South Beach’s premier gastro lounge will transform into a true haven for futbol fanatics for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The revered hangout for locals and tourists alike is encouraging fans to join the staff and come decked out in their favorite team’s uniform, along with face painting live all night at every game to support your country’s colors. For fuel to root on your team, Executive Chef Todd Erickson is creating a special menu paying homage to the host country Brazil:

• Green & Yellow Roll (Brazil Roll): Hamachi + Cucumber + Pickled Daikon + Yuzu Tobiko + Jalapeño Masago + Wasabi Kewpie ($11)
• World Cup Burger: prime beef + chimichurri + gruyere + onion rings + fried quail egg ($12)
• Tater Tots: balsamic catsup + Maytag bleu cheese ($8)

In addition to the delectable bites, the restaurant has teamed with Veev Acai Spirit of Brazil to create specialty cocktails inspired by the top ranking World Cup teams. Cocktails are $10 and served in a special edition Veev World Cup Brazil Mason Jar; $40 by the carafe. Additionally, World Cup nations will be represented with $5 National Beer Selections from Brazil and Spain to France and beyond.

Below are the matches scheduled to air live at HaVen. Table reservations suggested:

• Thursday, June 12^th – Haven will be open at 3 PM for the World Cup Opening Ceremonies; first game between Brazil and Croatia at 4PM
• Friday, June 13^th – Spain vs Netherlands 3PM
• Saturday June 14^th – Colombia vs Greece Noon
• Sunday June 15^th – France vs Honduras 3PM
• Monday June 16^th – USA vs Ghana 7PM ***Possible Heat Conflict
• Tuesday June 17^th – Brazil vs Mexico 3PM
• Wednesday June 18^th – Spain vs Chile 3PM
• Thursday June 19^th – England vs Uruguay 3PM
• Friday June 20^th – France vs Switzerland 3PM
• Sunday June 22^nd – USA vs Portugal 6PM ***Possible Heat Conflict
• Monday June 23^rd – Brazil vs Cameroon 4PM
• Tuesday June 24^th – Colombia vs Japan 3PM
• Thursday June 26^th – USA vs Germany 1PM & Belgium vs Korea 4PM
• Saturday June 28^th – July 3^rd – Elimination Games at Noon and 4PM Daily
• Tuesday July 8^th – Semi-Final Game 1 @ 4PM
• Wednesday July 9^th – Semi-Final Game 2 @ 4PM
• Saturday July 12^th – Final 4PM

 HaVen is located at 1237 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach. Telephone: (305) 987-8885; www.havenlounge.com.

BLT Prime: In honor of the World Cup and host country Brazil, BLT Prime has crafted a special new cocktail that will be available throughout the tournament for $16. The Sparkling Passion Fruit Caipirinha – crafted with Leblon cachaça, Boiron passion fruit purée and sparkling wine is combined with muddled lime and sugar, making it the perfect refreshing libation to toast to the games. BLT Prime is located at Trump National Doral Miami®, 4400 NW 87th Avenue. Telephone: (305) 591-6066; www.bltprimemiami.com.

Earls Kitchen + Bar: A unique restaurant concept located in Dadeland Mall’s new Terrace Dining wing is celebrating futbol’s biggest games with televised matches, weekly features and Happy Hour available          3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday in the lounge. Earls Kitchen + Bar is located on the 2^nd floor of Dadeland Mall’s Terrace Dining wing at 7535 North Kendall Drive. The restaurant offers lunch and dinner daily beginning at 11:30 a.m.. Ample parking and valet is available. Telephone: (305) 667-1786; www.earlsrestaurants.com.

  

Dolce Italian: The fabulous Italian eatery located at Gale South Beach, Dolce Italian, is celebrating soccer and airing all games at its Bar & Café. Executive Chef Paolo Dorigato will offer guests all pizzas priced at $10 (excluding the Tartufata Pizza) and $2.50 draft Peroni’s, $5 glasses of Pinot Grigio, Chianti and Prosecco. The restaurant’s regular dinner menu will also be available. Dolce Italian is located at 1690 Collins Avenue in the Gale South Beach. Reservations can be made by calling (786) 975-2550 or atopentable.com. For more information, please visit www.dolceitalianrestaurant.com.

 

BROWARD/PALM BEACH RESTAURANTS:

D’Angelo Pizza ▪ Wine Bar ▪ Tapas: Chef Angelo Elia’s hip Italian small plates concept, D’Angelo Pizza ▪ Wine Bar ▪ Tapas, will partake in the 2014 World Cup festivities with drinks and dining specials available at all three locations, in Fort Lauderdale, Weston and Delray Beach. All guests are winners with half off all D’Angelo pizzas and beer during the games. Diners can enjoy delicious pizza pies, made fresh to order, while watching their favorite teams compete for the golden FIFA World Cup Trophy. Selections of authentic Italian pizzas with a contemporary twist include the ever-popular Margherita – mozzarella and fresh basil; and the Porcina – porcini mushrooms, mozzarella, cherry tomato, truffle oil and basil. Fantastic Pizze Bianche options include the Angelo – buffalo mozzarella, Parma prosciutto, Reggiano and lemon oil arugula; and the Piemontese – with mozzarella, porcini mushrooms, taleggio and truffle oil. Whole wheat or gluten free pizzas are also available upon request. Menu and beer selections may vary by location.

 

Oakland Park location: 4215 North Federal Highway. Telephone: (954) 561-7300. Weston location: 1370 Weston Road. Telephone: (954) 306-0037. Delray Beach location: 16950 Jog Road. Telephone: (561) 381-0037; www.dangelopizza.com