Throughout the year, Essensia and its culinary team participate at an array of events and dinners that underline the restaurants mission of providing natural, wholesome, seasonal and fresh gourmet cuisine. Upcoming culinary event participation is as follows:
Over 350 people will attend the beauty beneath the stars as they explore the newly-renovated Botanical Gardens to sample delicious food and drink, liquor, wine, beer, and champagne from over 20 restaurants and renowned chefs.
learn more about Annual Taste of the Garden January/February 2013 ›
Swank Farms Hot Pink Lunch Benefiting: The Breast Cancer Research Foundation
learn more about Swank Farms Hot Pink Lunch February 2013 ›
Dinner in Paradise at Paradise Farms features the finest chefs in Miami preparing a delicious five course meal made with local organic products and paired with fine wines.
learn more about Dinner in Paradise March 2013 ›
Honoring Miami’s Farm-to-Table Best with event ambassador Chef Michael Schwartz presented by Cooking Light Magazine at the James Royal Palm Hotel at 7:00 p.m.
learn more about Snail of Approval Tasting Party March 2013 ›
“Brunch in Paradise” at Paradise Farms is an ideal outing for the entire family! Spend the afternoon in Paradise and explore our lush, tropical farm at your leisure.
Miami Spice is a mouth-watering restaurant promotion showcasing the very best of Miami cuisine. During August and September, Miami’s top restaurants offer three-course meals (Lunches $19 or $23, Dinners $33 or $39) featuring signature dishes created by world-renowned chefs.
learn more about Miami Spice August/September 2013 ›
The mission is to educate children on the importance of nutrition and physical well-being, and to foster an appreciation of cultural diversity through cooking.
learn more about Common Treads October 2013 ›
During August and September, Miami’s top restaurants offer three-course meals (Lunch $22, Dinner $35) featuring signature dishes created by world-renowned chefs. http://ilovemiamispice.com/
learn more about Miami Spice Month, August/September 2012 ›
Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation is the nation’s premier culinary benefit dedicated to ending childhood hunger in America. http://strengthflorida.org/
learn more about Taste of the Nation – July 19, 2012 ›
Slow Food Miami Snail of Approval Awards Party! The best of Miami’s farm-to-table will celebrated at a start-studded evening at the Miami Botanical Gardens. See what chefs, artisans and producers will be awarded as the best of the best in farm-to-table food & drink. March 23rd @ the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens. http://www.slowfoodmiami.com/home.htm
learn more about Snail of Approval – March 23, 2012 ›
A relaxed farm-to-table dinner at Essensia Restaurant featuring the tastiest ingredients available in South Florida. http://sustainatopia.com/april23-25/essensia-the-palms
learn more about Sustainatopia Farm-to-Table Dinner – April 24, 2012 ›
Cooking demonstration by Chef Julie Frans at 1:00 p.m. http://www.fairchildgarden.org/Events/?date=2012-04&eventid=575
learn more about The Food & Garden Festival at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden – April 14, 2012 ›
Monies raised through the annual fundraiser are used to implement the Green Schools Challenge. http://www.dreamingreen.org/
learn more about 6th Annual Living the Dream – April 13, 2012 ›
Bali Ha’i is a glorious afternoon of gourmet dining and fine wine among the exotic tropical botanical collection of The Kampong of the National Tropical Botanical Garden located in Coconut Grove. http://www.balihaiparty.com/
learn more about 18th annual Bali Ha’i – April 1, 2012 ›
The funds raised support efforts in financial aid, faculty development, school programs, and technology at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Day School. https://sseds.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/Home/tabid/320629/Default.aspx
learn more about Tasting & Toasting Bohemian Chic Event March 31, 2012 ›
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Featuring passed “garden to glass” cocktails & garden appetizers. May 22, 2013 at 5 P.M.
Mon-Thursd ½ off Cocktails, Wines & Beers. 5 - 7 pm.
Prepare to enjoy a natural gourmet dining experience at Essensia Restaurant + Lounge.
Detach from the day to day & indulge in an unforgettable escape with that special someone.
