Farm-to-Table Fare at Essensia at The Palms Hotel & Spa
Under new chef de cuisine Ilde Ferrer, Essensia’s “inspired by nature” culinary approach is revealed in new menus that reflect his love of local farms and Miami flavors.
“I believe the most flavorful cuisine is simply made by acquiring the best local ingredients and by letting nature speak through culinary artistry,” says Ferrer, most recently chef de cuisine at Ortanique in Coral Gables. The Venezuelan-born chef, who has lived in Miami since 2005, brings a wealth of experience from his work Miami restaurants, including The Forge, the Ritz-Carlton South Beach, the Fontainebleau Resort and The Setai.
Local Focus
At Essensia, Ferrer uses produce and herbs from the restaurant’s onsite organic Chef’s Garden, along with a network of renewable resources and local suppliers to create healthful and flavorful dishes. Named a “Snail of Approval” honoree by Slow Foods Miami, Essensia features a selection of vegetarian and gluten free dishes as well as a wine list that is entirely sustainable or organic. Signature cocktails are made with premium craft and organic spirits and all-natural ingredients.
Seasonal selections for dinner include appetizers, such as Chilled South Florida Tomato Chowder; Beet Salad featuring local avocado and Harpke Family Farms greens; and mains such as Pan Seared Florida Snapper and Local Shrimp and Watercress Risotto.
For the holidays, Essensia is the ideal destination to celebrate, for visiting family and friends or for an intimate dinner for two. Their fixed-price special menus showcase the best in farm-to-table dining. Book your table today:
About Essensia and The Palms Hotel & Spa
At Essensia, diners will be transported to a serene oasis where they can choose the intimate indoor dining room, the Caribbean-style covered terrace or a breezy poolside terrace. The Palms Hotel & Spa is a tropical escape along Mid Beach, where total wellness, environmental awareness and health-consciousness are at the center of each guest experience. The hotel also offers and array of indoor and outdoor locations for private social or corporate parties and events.
ESSENSIA AT THE PALMS HOTEL & SPA
3025 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
For reservations, call 305-908-5458 or visit their website.
