By Erin Lavan | Associate Publisher 

Having just celebrated their one-year anniversary, Seasalt and Pepper—our cover story from the winter issue–has officially changed its name to Seaspice, while simultaneously launching Modern Garden, the venue’s new culinary outpost.

The name change is a result of another restaurant with the trademarked name, but with U.S. and international expansion plans in the works, Owner Carlos Miranda says, “The name Seaspice reflects our new menu that draws from flavors and spices from around the globe.”

A new menu indeed–new dishes with Mediterranean and global influences conceived of by an exquisite culinary team helmed by Executive Chef Angel Lèon; Sous Chefs Benjamin Goldman and Simon Stajonovic; Executive Pastry Chef Jill Montinola, and Pastry Chef Allen Abad.

The new menu journey begins with appetizers, soups, pizzettas, caviar, a raw bar, and salads. Next up, are Wood-Fired Casseroles, a stunning entrée list, and pastas and risottos. Some of our favorite dishes on this new menu include:

• Roasted Vidalia Onion with shrimp, Cognac, and gratinee
• Escargot Toast with oyster mushroom fricassee and country toast
• Beet Coconut Soup
• Chicken Tagine with Mediterranean couscous and tomato confit
• Jumbo Prawns with Madras curry, coconut, lemongrass, and kaffir leaves
• Australian Rack of Lamb with a pistachio crust and pomegranate molasses
• Fettuccini with Alaskan king crab, preserved lemon, fresh herbs, and grated Parmesan

Modern Garden’s gorgeous space

And the exciting new concept, Modern Garden will start taking reservations February 1st, as they are booked with private celebrations until then.

Seaspice {422 NW North River Drive, Miami; 305.440.4200; [email protected]} is open Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 10:30pm and until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays; and on Sundays from noon to 10pm.