By Sherri Balefsky | Miami Editor

It’s hard to believe that in March 1915, Miami Beach was only a blip on the international radar. But in true form, the city has seen exponential growth, pushing and sprawling its way into becoming one of the world’s top travel destinations and hubs for dining, arts, history, and culture.

In honor of the 100th anniversary, the iconic Fontainebleau {4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 305.538.2000} presents several special celebratory offerings that are available throughout the month of March.

At Bleau Bar, the hotel’s hopping central lobby bar, guests can sip on the aptly named American Riviera, a lavishly curated cocktail featuring Grand Marnier 100 Year, Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select, and angostura and Peychaud’s bitters topped with Champagne.

At the acclaimed restaurant Michael Mina 74 (whose Chef de Cuisine Thomas Griese was recently named one of Zagat’s “30 under 30”), guests can celebrate the centennial in style with a three-course prix-fixe dinner for two for just $100.

The menu offerings are as follows:

Amuse Bouche: Chef’s surprise

Choice of Appetizer:

• Japanese Wedge Salad with carrot-ginger vinaigrette, red onion, and radish
• Lamb Meatballs with ricotta dumplings, Meyer lemon, and date chutney
• Ahi & Hamachi Poppers with Sriracha aïoli, cilantro, tobiko, and crispy rice

Choice of Entrée: 

• Florida Snapper 
with crispy shrimp “fried rice,” pineapple, and curry broth
• Lobster Cavatelli with poppyseed, lemon beurre blanc, and chervil
• Braised Beef Short Rib with Moroccan-spiced carrots and vadouvan couscous

Choice of Dessert to Share:

• MM74 Beignets with Macallan 18 and caramel pudding
• Rocky Road profiteroles with milk chocolate, hazelnut, and marshmallow

For information or reservations, call 1.877.326.7412 or visit fontainebleau.com/100miamibeach. You can be sure to see us there!