1. F o o d & W i n e C a l e n d a r
S u m m e r 2 0 1 1
2. TALK ABOUT WINE AND SPIRITS
Exquisite Italian Cuisine
Grilled Specialties
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Reservations
305.445.8066 ext. 2407
Extensive
Wine Selections
From Around The World
1/2 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
1 oz. Midori Melon Liquer
1 oz. Citrus Vodka
1 1/2 oz. Fresh Watermelon Juice
Shake ingredients with ice, then strain into
a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a
watermelon wedge.
Watermelon Martini
Puligny-Montrachet, located south of
Meursault and to the north of Chassagne-
Montrachet, shares with Chassagne
a handful of the greatest white wine
vineyards in the world.
What makes Puligny-Montrachet so
special? More than anything else
it is the balance and harmony.
The result is a finesse and breed
that sets Puligny-Montrachet
apart. In addition, Pulignys
are noted for having a
steely, vibrant core in
the very center of their
flavors. The wines of
Puligny - Montrachet
are characterized
by very distinctive
aromas: almond,
fern, exotic, fruit,
vanilla and white
flowers. Try This
wine paired with
dishes such as:
shellfish cooked
in bouiillon,
creamed and
poached fish,
poultry and
patés.
2001, Domaine Latour-Giraud,
Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru
3. CHEF'S COOKBOOK
2010 Zagat’s
Highest Scoring Restaurant
Miami ~ Coral Gables
Modern French Cuisine
Reservations
305.445.8066 ext. 2411
Calamari and Fennel Salad
with Watermelon Gelée
Master Chef Series
Signature Hands-on Classes
Team Building Classes
Corporate/Private Entertaining
Wedding Party Cooking Classes
Private Couples Cooking Classes
Private Cooking Classes
Children’s Parties and much more...
Information & Reservations
305.913.3131 or biltmorehotel.com
Serves 4
Method:
Place the calamari into a bowl then add the chopped garlic, lemon juice, olive oil
andsaltandpepper.Letmarinateforabout30minutes.Usingasmallscoop,remove
thecorefromthefennel.Usingamandolin,shavethefennelasthinaspossibleand
place into a bowl of ice water and reserve. Clean the manche and reserve. After
the calamari has marinated, grill the calamari for about 30 seconds each side.
Cool, then cut the calamari into 2” rounds. Refrigerate the calamari until plating.
In a small bowl combine the vinegar and lemon juice. While constantly whisking,
drizzle in the olive oil in a thin stream. Season with salt and pepper and reserve.
Place the gelatin into a bowl of ice water. Meanwhile, place juice and salt into
a small saucepan and heat on low. When gelatin sheets become soft, remove
them from the water and squeeze out the excess. Place the gelatin into the hot
watermelon juice and stir until the gelatin is dissolved. Pour watermelon juice into
a shallow bowl and place immediately into the refrigerator for at least 45 minutes.
4 Calamari
2 Lemons
1 Garlic Clove, Chopped
1 tbs. Olive Oil
1 bulb of Fennel
2 bunches of Manche
1 cup Rice Wine Vinegar
1 cup Grapeseed Oil
1 cup Watermelon Juice
1 tsp. Kosher Salt
4 sheets Gelatin
4 - 2” square cuts of Watermelon
1 cup Kalamata Olives, pitted
1 cup Micro Greens
2 tbs. Basil
Ingredients:
Bon Appetit!
4. How has the Cellar Club enhanced your personal and professional life?
The Biltmore is such a wonderful place to go for a dinner, drinks, exercise,
swimming or just a get-away. No other location has so many activities to offer
in such a gorgeous setting.
What do you love most about your career?
Practicing medicine, I get to be such an important part of so many lives. Since
my wife works with me, she gets to share in that as well. We love our business so
much that we don’t feel like we are really working. To be able to earn a living
at something you love to do is something we feel truly fortunate about.
What are some of your favorite travel destinations when you want to “get
away?”
Our favorite trip together was the Galapagos Islands. After some major
problems getting through Customs, we experienced nature with only minimal
interference from humans. The abundance of different species we were able
to see matched with the beautiful scenery is tough to beat.
If you were stranded on a desert island and could only take three things, what
would they be and why?
A knife, fishing pole and collection container for rainwater. Hopefully these
things would keep me alive for a while.
Do you have a favorite cuisine or food item? Explain.
Italian-They know how to really enjoy life and their food. Even simple foods
such as pizza are wonderful. Plus, Italian food seems to really go well with wine
(including our favorite-Amarone).
What would you say is your one true passion?
My family. My wife and I have an incredible relationship. Even though we spend
virtually 100% of our time together (at work and at home), we never grow tired
of each other’s company. Our son Ethan (4) is the joy of our lives and we look
forward to the birth of Trevor at the end of May.
What has been the most memorable experience (so far!) You have had at
the Biltmore?
Teaching my son how to swim in Biltmore’s amazing swimming pool.
Do you support any charitable causes?
We support many different causes. Some include the Boys and Girls Club,
Baptist Health Foundation’s Founders Society, Charlee and the International
Kids Fund. We have been extremely fortunate and we believe strongly in giving back to the community to help those that have not
been as lucky.
MEMBERS & AFICIONADOS
EXCITING HAPPENINGS
Dr. Robert & Mrs. Eris Thomas
Coral Gables, Executive Physician, Internal Medicine
Beers of the World
Wednesday, June 8
It’sabravenewworldofales,lagers,pilsnersandmore.Fromlargeproducers
to micro brews, beers are making a splash on the gastronomic scene. But
don’t just take our word for it; come and taste them for yourself!
See Calendar for Details
5. EXCITING HAPPENINGS
Champagne Pommery Reception
& Art Exhibition by Federico Carosio
Tuesday, July 19
From the sun-drenched beaches of Key West and Miami Beach
to the tree-shaded streets of Coconut Grove and Coral Gables,
Carosio’s beautifully detailed paintings bring to life the region’s
lush tropical splendor.
See Calendar for Details
Indulge in a regional French
four-course dinner expertly
prepared by Palme d’Or
Chef, Philippe Ruiz
Bastille Day
Thursday, July 14
See Calendar for Details
Interactive Culinary Demonstration &
Champagne Pommery Luncheon
with Chef Jose Luis Flores of
Bongo’s Cuban Café-Seminole Hard
Rock Hotel & Casino
Interactive Culinary Demonstration &
Champagne Roederer Carte Blanche
Luncheon with Chef Tom Azar of
City Hall - The Restaurant
Interactive Culinary Demonstration &
Champagne De Castellane Brut Rosé
Luncheon with Chef Paula DaSilva of
1500° at Eden Roc
Saturday, June 18
Enjoy the experience of cooking alongside “Hells
Kitchen” Season 5 contestant Paula DaSilva as she
brings farm-to-table dishes from Eden Roc to the
Biltmore.
Saturday, August 13
Tom Azar, former protégé of world famous chef
Emeril Lagasse invites you to come and experience
the mouth-watering dishes that he creates at one of
Miami’s newest restaurants, City Hall.
Saturday, July 9
Meet Mexican native and rising star chef Jose Luis
Flores as he comes to the Biltmore to guide you
in cooking up some of his famed Cuban culinary
masterpieces.
6. S E E N A T T H E S C E N E
Holly & Johnathan Cohen Guido Carvajal & Jasmine Baigvand
Len & Charlotte PrescottMaritza & Robert Jacobson
Richard & Cary Prete
Maria & Edward Nicklaus
Annual Valentine Gala Dinner
Gala Host - Professor Chip Cassidy
Annual Valentine Gala Dinner
7. J U N E
THURSDAY
Chardonnay Wine Theme Dinner
Chardonnay boasts’ an impressive
range of flavors from the expected
buttered, oak overtones to the fresh,
fruit flavors of apple, pear, tropical,
citrus and melon, leaving a lasting
palate impression. See what Chef de
Cuisine Philippe Ruiz pairs with these
varietals in what is sure to be a palate
pleasing dinner.
Time: 7pm
Location: Palme d’Or
Fees: Premier Members $89
Guests $109
Attire: Cocktail Chic
RSVP: 305.445.8066 ext. 2411
thecellarclub.com
WEDNESDAY
Beers of the World
It’s a brave new world of ales, lagers,
pilsnersandmore.Fromlargeproducers
to micro brewers, beers are making a
splash on the gastronomic scene. But
don’t just take our word for it; come
and taste them for yourself!
Time: 7pm – 8:30pm
Location: Granada Ballroom
Fees: Premier Members Free
Guests $25
Attire: Business Casual
RSVP: 305.913.3203
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Interactive Culinary
Demonstration & Champagne
De Castellane Brut Rosé
Luncheon with Chef Paula
DaSilva of 1500° at Eden Roc
1500° believes that no dish can
be better than its ingredients.
Chef DaSilva’s dishes demonstrate
meticulous preparation and fresh
flavor combinations that evoke
the senses and accentuate the
unparalleled flavor of fresh farm
ingredients; further complemented
by Champagne De Castellane.
Time: 12 Noon
Location: Granada Ballroom
Fees: Premier Members $52
Guests $65
Attire: Brunch Chic
RSVP: 305.913.3203
thecellarclub.com
Please reserve at least 2 business
days in advance to help us better
serve you.
Must be at least 21 years of age to
attend any Cellar Club Event.
Limit 2 guests per membership for all
tastings and receptions. Guests must
be accompanied by a member.
The information provided herein is
subject to change without notice.
Join our list today at thecellarclub.
com and click on the subscribe link.
K e e p I n M i n d . . .
WEDNESDAY
Abruzzo Wine Theme Dinner
Take a trip east of Rome to Abruzzo
with Chef de Cuisine Betania Salles
as she pairs some of her famed
dishes with the robust yet simplistic
grapes of this region.
Time: 7pm
Location: Fontana
Fees: Premier Members $79
Guests $99
Attire: Cocktail Chic
RSVP: 305.913.3203
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C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S
8. Interactive Champagne Luncheon
Alexander Luty & Carmen SomarribaAldrey & Daliela Gomez
Peter Fardelli & Rita Kaplin
Chef Alejandro Pinero of
Sustain Restaurant & Bar
Guillo Cartaya, Chef Tom Parlo, Michael Dorfman, Josh Rosenburg,
Channing Norton, Damary Lopez & Gabrielle Rosenburg
Grethel Cedeno & Annie Moussa
S E E N A T T H E S C E N E
Zizzi Vega, Eddie Monteagudo,
& Pablo Lense
Jim Pelletier & Ed Hudack
9. 199
WEDNESDAY
Ligurian Wine Theme Dinner
Travel to the second smallest wine-
growing region of Italy. Small in size,
but huge in flavor, enjoy wines of this
region with cuisine from the country
whilst taking in the beautiful scenic
setting of Biltmore’s famed courtyard
restaurant, Fontana.
Time: 7pm
Location: Fontana
Fees: Premier Members $79
Guests $99
Attire: Cocktail Chic
RSVP: 305.913.3203
thecellarclub.com
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TUESDAY
Champagne Pommery
Art Exhibit featuring
Federico Carosio
From the sun-drenched beaches
of Key West and Miami Beach to
the tree-shaded streets of Coconut
Grove and Coral Gables, Federico
Carosio’s beautifully detailed
paintingsbringtolifetheregion’slush
tropical splendor. Fellow members
and the flow of Champagne
Pommery accompany this month’s
artist in what is sure to be a great
night of art and conversation.
Time: 7pm - 8:30
Location: Country Club Ballroom
Fees: Premier Members Free
Guests $25
Attire: Business Casual
RSVP: 305.913.3203
thecellarclub.com
SATURDAY
Interactive Culinary
Demonstration & Champagne
Pommery Luncheon with
Chef Jose Luis Flores of Bongo’s
Cuban Café Seminole Hard Rock
Hotel & Casino
Learn the fine art of Cuban cooking
from one of South Florida’s leading
chefs, Jose Luis Flores. Champagne
Pommery is sure to get this party
started...Bongo’s style!
Time: 12 Noon
Location: Granada Ballroom
Fees: Premier Members $52
Guests $65
Attire: Brunch Chic
RSVP: 305.913.3203
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THURSDAY
Bastille Day
Raise your glass and make a toast
to the event that started the French
Revolution as you indulge in an
extraordinary menu of culinary artistry
by native French Chef Philippe Ruiz.
Time: 7pm
Location: Palme d’Or
Fees: Premier Members $89
Guests $109
Attire: Cocktail Chic
RSVP: 305.445.8066 ext. 2411
thecellarclub.com
C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S
Please reserve at least 2 business days
in advance to help us better serve
you.
Must be at least 21 years of age to
attend any Cellar Club Event.
Limit 2 guests per membership for all
tastings and receptions. Guests must
be accompanied by a member.
The information provided herein is
subject to change without notice.
Join our list today at thecellarclub.
com and click on the subscribe link.
K e e p I n M i n d . . .
J U L Y
10. Maggy Beguiristain & Gaston Peralta
Brad Sonnett & Yesenia RiveraAndrea Lopez, Eduardo Rodriguez & Lily Perez
Mr. & Mrs. George Rodriguez
Leonard Riforgiato & Sandi Strikland
Claudine Choquette & Paul Mirabella
Shirlee Rainey
Art Exhibit & A Celebration of Ireland Tasting
Joe Schlipman & Natalie IzquierdoArturo & Elizabeth Neto,
Juan Carlos & Monica Acosta
S E E N A T T H E S C E N E
11. WEDNESDAY
Crisp White Wines Tasting
Vibe to the tunes of Guillo Cartaya
as you mingle, sip and savor a broad
selection of perfectly chilled white
wines from around the world in this
refreshing end of Summer walk-about
tasting.
Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
Location: Granada Ballroom
Fees: Premier Members Free
Guests $25
Attire: Business Casual
RSVP: 305.913.3203
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A U G U S T
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Lombardy Wine Theme Dinner
Lombardy honors its richly
diversified culinary heritage with
dishes that are often elaborate
and abstruse in taste. Allow Chef
de Cuisine Betania Salles to share
those dishes with you at what
is sure to be an exquisite dining
experience.
Time: 7pm
Location: Fontana
Fees: Premier Members $79
Guests $99
Attire: Cocktail Chic
RSVP: 305.913.3203
thecellarclub.com
SATURDAY
Interactive Culinary
Demonstration & Champagne
Roederer Carte Blanche
Luncheon with Chef Tom Azar of
City Hall - The Restaurant
Champagne Roederer Carte
Blanche accompanies Executive
Chef Tom Azar, a protégé of world-
famous Chef Emeril Lagasse visits the
Biltmore to host what is sure to be a
luncheon that boasts comfort food
specialties as well as a selection of
classics with a twist.
Time: 12 Noon
Location: Granada Ballroom
Fees: Premier Members $52
Guests $65
Attire: Brunch Chic
RSVP: 305.913.3203
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THURSDAY
Rosé Wine Theme Dinner
Rosé wines are perhaps the most
versatile, food-friendly wines around.
Allow Chef Ruiz to introduce the
pairing in an exceptional end of
Summer dinner experience.
Time: 7pm
Location: Palme d’Or
Fees: Premier Members $89
Guests $109
Attire: Cocktail Chic
RSVP: 305.445.8066 ext. 2411
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Please reserve at least 2 business days in
advance to help us better serve you.
Must be at least 21 years of age to
attend any Cellar Club Event.
Limit 2 guests per membership for all
tastings and receptions. Guests must
be accompanied by a member.
The information provided herein is
subject to change without notice.
Join our list today at thecellarclub.com
and click on the subscribe link.
K e e p I n M i n d . . .
C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S
12. From The Desk of Yvonne Roberts
Premier & Cellar Club DirectorPREMIER MEMBERSHIP
A social and diverse membership package of Biltmore amenities,
privileges, special events and comprehensive fitness program.
Leisure Lifestyle...
Complimentary
• Valet Parking (Hotel & Golf Course)
• Fitness Center Access
• Specialty Exercise Classes
• Physical Therapist Body Assessment
by SportsFit Rehab & Training
• Personal Trainer Assessment & Exercise Program
• Membership Newsletter with Food & Wine Events Calendar
20% Savings
• Spa Treatments
• Hair & Nail Salon Services
• Fitness Center Organic Juice Bar
• Poolside Cabanas & Cabana Suites
• Leisure Wear Boutique & Logo Shop
Preferred Member Rates
• Seasonal Resort Packages
Food, Wine & Beyond...
Complimentary
• Champagne Reception & Art Exhibition
• Wine Tasting Receptions
• Spirit Tastings Receptions
• Member’s Annual Holiday Party
• Waived Corkage Fee
EXCLUSIVE
MEMBERSHIP
Water Separates
the People of
the World;
Wine Unites
Them!
Visit us online
thecellarclub.com
Creative Director: Yvonne Roberts
Co-Editor: Gary Vaughn
Graphics: Silvio Estrella
Photography:
Eileen Escarda & Eduardo Ford
phone: 305.913.3203
email: cheers@thecellarclub.com
1200 Anastasia Ave
Coral Gables, Fl 33134
Preferred Member Rates
• Monthly Interactive
Champagne Luncheons
featuring Guest Chefs
• Monthly Wine Theme Dinners
• Gala Winemaker Dinners
• Biltmore Culinary Academy
20% Savings
• Palme d’Or
• Fontana
• Cascade
• 19th Hole
• Biltmore Bar
• Cellar Club Bar / 100 Wines-By-The-Glass
• Poolside Boules Bar
• Sunday Champagne Brunch
• Traditional Afternoon Tea
Golf Membership...
Golf Membership additions; allows access to Biltmore’s
Signature Donald Ross Golf Course and much, much more...
Single Membership - $2,995 or $275 per month
Couple Membership - $3,995 or $375 per month
FOR MEMBERSHIP: 305.913.3230
• Majestic Limousine Services
• Holiday & Special Events
Single Membership - $1,295 or $125 per month
Couple Membership - $1,895 or $175 per month
The Good Life...
Alas, those lazy, hazy, days of
summer are upon us again. Many of
us like to travel the world in search
of “the good life.” At the Biltmore,
the journey is boundless. Within its
palatial premise and lush, tropical
grounds you can wine, dine,
exercise, relax, get pampered, or
simply reconnect with the special
people in our lives. It’s a time for
sun bathing, convertibles, sandals,
boating and classic summer fun.
It reminds us all to book holidays,
adopt a casual lifestyle, eat
outdoors and most of all relax. Don’t
miss out on the opportunity to enjoy
the prestige and convenience of
accessing all the benefits of a the
Biltmore’s luxury vacation resort
without ever having to leave town.
Whether it’s enjoying a favorite
outdoor sport or reconnecting
with friends, summer at Biltmore is
definitely your time to enjoy “the
good life”.
Cheers!
Preferred Kids Rates
• Culinary Academy Classes • Summer Bootcamp
• Personal Fitness Training • Junior Golf Clinics
• Junior Tennis Camps
Concierge Assistance
• Seaquarium
• Zoo Miami • Everglades Adventure Tours
• Fairchild Botanical Classes • and much, much more…
• Health & Wellness Event
Family…