On Saturday afternoon, DiningOut had the exclusive opportunity to attend an invite-only event hosted by South Florida developer Lionheart Capital at The Ritz-Carlton Residences sales gallery overlooking Miami Beach’s Surprise Lake. The project is a unique partnership between the luxury Ritz-Carlton hotel brand and Italian architect and designer Piero Lissoni.

We indulged in exquisite stone crabs thanks to Jaguar Hospitality Group’s Peacock Garden Café along with specialty sausages, which were fired live on an open grill, and sliders served with mini cups of Mexican corn. We also indulged in Whispering Angel Rosé by Chateau d’Esclans, as well as refreshing, colorful mimosas served in charming Mason jars.

In addition to riding in the on-site 40-foot VanDutch day yacht, we learned about the stunning property, which, when completed, will feature gardens, pools, entertainment spaces, and 36 private boat dockages for 111 condominium residences and 15 single-family villas.