BRICKELL – MPP, Brickell's Peruvian eatery, has just added some new menu items. These include tapas-style plates such as "papita a la huancaine", "conchitas a la parmasana" and mixed carpaccio. There are also new entrees like chicken saltado, filet mignon and fish stuffed with seafood au gratin. [EaterWire]
BRICKELL – Stop by the Miami Circle on Saturday, June 29 for the "Burger, Beer and BBQ Bash". From 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. you can enjoy barbecue dishes from 25 of the participating restaurants, take part in a pig race and play blackjack. Head over to Miami.com for more details and "discounted couples VIP tickets". [Miami.com]
DESIGN DISTRICT – Oak Tavern is rolling out some specials for the summer. They'll be offering $15 - $21 "Plats Du Jour" Sundays through Thursday all evening long. Owner David Bracha created this menu "specifically for diners who want to enjoy a relaxed evening out without breaking the bank". Below, the menu. [EaterWire]
Sunday "Gravy" $18
House-made meatballs, sausage and rigatoniMonday $15
Duck confit with braised cabbage and duck fat fried potatoesTuesday $21
Bahamian-style fried snapper served with Scotch bonnet vinaigretteWednesday $18
Fried chicken with mashed potatoes, collard greens, and biscuits with gravyThursday $18
Beef Short Rib Pho with a green papaya salad