Renowned Brazilian Chef Collaborates With Riviera Dining Group for Two-Night Culinary Takeover at Mila Omakase

Riviera Dining Group is partnering with Brazilian Chef Manoella ‘Manu’ Buffara, who has won awards, to host a two-night culinary event at MILA Omakase in Miami Beach on Wednesday, May 17 and Thursday, May 18. With Chef-Partner Michaël Michaelidis leading the way in providing ultra-luxurious experiences and gastronomic excellence, along with Executive Chef Reiji Yoshizawa of MILA Omakase, the three-chef collaboration aims to give guests an interactive and unforgettable gastronomic experience that will engage all of their senses.

In 2022, Chef Manu was honored with the title of Best Latin American female chef by the prestigious 50 Best Academy. Her impressive accolades include being ranked No. 46 on The Best Chef Awards worldwide, winning the ethics and sustainability award in La Liste 2022, and owning the highly-regarded restaurant No. 46 on Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants list.

The intimate, 10-seat omakase journey invites guests to relish in the season’s freshest flavors with Japanese-Mediterranean cuisine, paired with Chef Manu’s Latin touch. The menu, priced at $380 per person, includes canapés such as Scallops drizzled with lemongrass sauce, bora honey, and Smoked Salmon, served with dill espuma and ikura. Nigiri dishes, such as Chutoro passion fruit kosho and Otoro served with Brazilian nut gremolata, are also on the menu. Notable dishes include Bluefin Tuna, served with clams, beurre blanc, and caviar; Black Cod served with seaweed ash and green pea velouté; and the Risotto, made with morel mushroom, truffle foam, and caviar. To complete the culinary experience, desserts will include the Emerald, made with cachaca granita and coconut jam, and the Japanese Uni, made with ponzu foam and yogurt ice cream.

Led by 26-time Michelin-starred Chef Michaël Michaelidis and Chef Reiji Yoshizawa, MILA Omakase offers an authentic and exclusive experience that takes guests on a journey to the Far East through intricate embellishments and culinary expertise centered around Japan’s 72 micro-seasons. The venue, situated on the second floor of MILA’s stylish rooftop lounge, is adorned with delicate cherry blossom trees, minimalist wooden elements, wallpaper inspired by Japanese craftsmanship, a striking marble countertop, a cutting board made of 500-year-old hinoki wood, and wall-mounted niches displaying MM members’ chopsticks collection.

The experience is $380 per person with two seatings per night at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on May 17 and May 18.

Photo credit: Riviera Dining Group 

You May Also Like
Savor the Flavor: Boca Raton Hosts Inaugural Seafood Festival with Top Local Chefs

Boca Raton’s Seafood Festival on March 22 will feature live cook-offs, delicious tastings, and a day of fun for the whole family.

Read More
La Boulangerie Boul’Mich Celebrates Its New Kendall Location

Bringing its signature Latin-European flavors to Kendall, the beloved bakery and café marks the occasion with a grand opening celebration on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.

Read More
Dine Like a True VIP at Sushi by Bou Wynwood

The restaurant has over 20 locations in the U.S.

Read More
Sushi by Bou
Bouchon Bistro Delights With Seasonal French Classics

What to know about the three-star Michelin chef’s outpost in Coral Gables.

Read More
Other Posts
Old Lisbon Delivers Authentic Portuguese Food in an Elegant Setting

The restaurant’s food is perfectly complemented with its excellent wine selection.

Read More
Old Lisbon
New Brewery Alert

Moody Tongue, the world’s first brewery to receive Michelin stars, is opening its first Florida location, Moody Tongue Sushi West Palm Beach, on Tuesday, January 7, the newest addition to its culinary portfolio,

Read More
An Elegant Environment and Impeccable Italian Food Reigns at Contessa

Experience another creation from Major Food Group.

Read More
Contessa
Kojin2.0 Is a Secluded Culinary Treasure in Coral Gables

The a la carte menu offers some of the restaurant’s staples.

Read More
Kojin2.0