On October 8, 2014, Miami New Times Best “Seafood Restaurant” , Lure Fishbar, partnered with Russian vodka brand, Stolichnaya, to host a six-course pairing dinner. Guests enjoyed dishes crafted by Lure’s Executive Chef John Iatrellis expertly paired with cocktails made with Elit by Stoli vodka by Lure’s mixologist, Rob Ferrara.
The evening was curated by Stoli Brand Ambassador, Meagan Sacher, who guided eager imbibers through each pairing and the vodka’s flavor notes. The enticing menu included fresh seafood from Lure’s extensive raw bar as well as a number of savory dishes.
Elit by Stoli Pairing Menu at Lure Fishbar
ESTATE CAVIAR
Tsar Nicoulai from San Francisco
AMUSE
Crispy Rice Cake
Cocktail Pairing
FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE
Chilled Elit by Stoli with Gold Flakes
RAW BAR PLATTER
Wianno & Blue Point (East Coast), Kushi & Kumamoto (West Coast), Shrimp and Clams
Cocktail Pairing
50/50
Elit by Stoli, Dolin Dry, Orange Bitters
SUSHI PLATTER
Tuna and Salmon Nigiri, Hamachi Rolls, Lure Roll, Yellowtail Jalapeño
Cocktail Pairing
NIKOLAI VOLKOFF
Elit by Stoli, Ginger, Lemon, Orgeat, Apple Juice
FISH ENTREE
Whole Daurade, Watercress, Agrodolce, Steamed Jasmine Rice & Charred Lemon
Cocktail Pairing
KORNIKOVA
Elit by Stoli, House-Made Lavender Cordial, Lemon, Orange Bitters, Sparkling Wine
MEAT ENTREE
Tenderloin, Mushroom & Pear Onion Demi Herb with Mashed Potatoes
Cocktail Pairing
DRAGO
Elit by Stoli, East India Sherry, Angostura Bitters
DESSERT
Pot of Gold & Ice Cream Sandwiches
Cocktail Pairing
THE BIG LEBOWSKI
Elit by Stoli, Almond Milk, Vanilla, Panther Coffee Reduction, Nutmeg
Lure Fishbar is located in the historic St. Moritz Tower at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel – 1601 Collins Avenue. Valet parking is available. Website: www.lurefishbar.com
For more information about Elit by Stoli , go to elitbystoli.com
Enjoy my photo recap of this ultimate pairing experience! *Additional photo credit: Rebecca Darling
Cheers,
‘Lovely’ Leslie Heigh ~ Freelance Photojournalist ~ Bon Vivant Blogger ~ Follow @IJust_LoveThis
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