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New Miami food hall, Julia & Henry’s serves up Asian cuisine, all on one floor

June 19, 2023 By Eleanor Hoh Leave a Comment

Ding, ding, ding! New Miami food hall, Julia and Henry’s serves up Asian cuisine, all on one floor. The newest curated food hall with a lineup of numerous celebrity chefs finally opened in downtown Miami in the iconic art deco building that housed Walgreens. Story goes this food hall was named after Julia Tuttle and Henry Flagler, considered “the mother and father of Miami”! 

Ground Floor, Natural Wine Bar
See through flooring

About the decor:

Your first impression of Julia and Henry’s is, WOW! You’re immediately hit by the multi level, colorfully lit up wine cellar (I’ve only seen it blue and pink).

It’s MASSIVE, I like that there’s an atrium in the middle that spans all three floors. With “balconies” on each floor, this makes the food hall very open and light. There’s a modern, see through staircase and walkways which lets light in also and regular staircase in the rear back wall. The design is modern, whimsical, industrial with hints of colors especially with the bar lounge sofas and wall art.

Currently open in the food hall: ground, mezzanine & balcony third floor. Future will be a floor dedicated to music and “experiences”. The third floor balcony showcases SIX Asian Food Concepts and a craft cocktail bar, The Lasseter and that’s where we went straight to! I mean food not bar.

Lasseter Craft Cocktail Bar
Dining area on 2nd Floor

Scout, then action:

I loved visiting with my foodie buddy @epicurean305 we enjoy the same pacing and like exploring new flavors, do check him out on Instagram. We took a quick tour of the SIX Asian food concepts before settling on two: Fried Snapper bowl from Achar and Pork Lechon Gyozas from Hitchi Haika.

We did end up getting a third dish from Osso on the Ground Floor but that’s for another post.

About the 6 Asian Food Concepts:

@Acharstreet.kitchen
Created by restauranteur, Maher Murshed, who also opened Byblos in South Beach among many others. His vision with Achar was SPOT ON! He nailed it with all aspects for a fantastic dining experience. I mention this constantly…ambiance, presentation and of course, delicious food. Interesting Achar is tagged as Burmese but Murshed is Bangladeshi and the chef is Peruvian??? I don’t care as long as the food is tasty!

Chef Marco Cahaus
Wow, so organized

About Achar’s food:

Fried Snapper Bowl, $18 came with basmati rice, turmeric cauliflower & potato, mashed tomato with onions & a gorgeous colorful, chopped salad. I loved this complete meal and it was great value. The fried snapper was dipped in a chickpea batter so it’s gluten free and seasoned with a house mix. The snapper was perfectly executed, moist and tender. You could taste flavors of each ingredient in that beautifully presented bowl.

There were options of tandoori grilled, beef or chicken skewers which looked very tantalizing. I got to film some fiery grill action there. Definitely going back to try those! There was also a Tamarind tossed Chick Pea Bowl for vegetarians.

Beautiful Fried Snapper Bowl
Sweet Rice Pudding

I managed to have a brief chat with Chef Marco who had worked at Byblos & Bazaar by Jose Andres. Chef definitely has operations organized, you could see colorful bowls laid out ready which just needed the skewered protein. Our dish was ready quite quickly. 

He gifted us Sweet Rice Pudding (Firni) served in a traditional earth clay bowl. It’s made with chinigura rice, rose water and pistachios. A flood of food memories rushed at me in the first bite, this dessert reminded me of a semolina dessert my mom used to make in Hong Kong. I loved this sweet end to what was a well thought out concept and most importantly, our Fried Snapper Bowl was really very delicious.  Well done Achar!

My fav Asian concept so far
Love menu

@Hitchihaika
Japanese Gyozas filled with 7 flavors from around the world by Chef Jose Mendin (Pubbelly & many other food concepts) & Chef Jorge Mijangos. Between $14-$16. We tried Pork Lechon Gyozas with citrus mojo, green herbs. 5 in an order, very tasty and lovely presentation, maybe a little bit teeny.

Pork Lechon Gyozas
Hitchi Haika Menu

Lucky @epicurean305 scored a fantastic window seat right next to Hitchi Haika, it was PERFECT for photo taking.

Now, for the other 4 Asian Concepts:

@shimujaflorida Master Ramen Chef Kei San was serving authentic ramen bowl made fresh in front of you. I’ve heard so much about this restaurant. I can’t wait to try, my only issue is I can’t eat a lot of starchy noodles.

Yum, Ramen bowl
Chef Ken Sei

@palmarmiami described as “Dim Sum” by Javier Ramirez who also opened Alter, Bachour and Palmar in Wynwood where I’ve dined several times. Described as “blending Latin flavors with modern Asian street food and tropical Miami vibes”! The spicy pork noodles and papaya salad looked scrumptious.

Palmar
Spicy Pork Noodles, Papaya Salad

@sankuay by Chef Charles Thomson. A Peruvian-Cantonese Chifa Wok concept and Asian street food. Lomo Saltado looked delightful, priced at $22. I need to try one of his Wok dishes, hey, I am a wok cooking teacher and know a thing or two about this!

Sankuay
Lomo Saltado
Sankuay menu

@yabairolls serves Japanese hand rolls. Yabai brings the vibrancy of Kabukicho, an entertainment district in Tokyo known for their neon signs!

Conclusion:

I would love to hear what Asian dishes you’ve tried or want to try!

Julia & Henry’s is definitely a fun food hall to check out with so many options. Maybe weekday? We went Saturday, around 1:45pm and only waited 5 minutes in line to get in. However, when we came out, the line was half a block long! Or wait a couple more months when it’s not the newest and latest food hall to try?

Love collages of chefs

Filed Under: Asian themed restaurants, blog, Food Halls, Miami restaurant, restaurant review Tagged With: "Asian themed restaurant", "miami foodies", "Miami restaurant review", "miami restaurants", downtown miami, Julia and Henry's, miami food hall, miami food scene

Chinese New Year Roundup of Celebrations in Miami

January 27, 2017 By Eleanor Hoh 2 Comments

Kung Hei Fat Choy!  Since I’m not organizing a Chinese New Year gathering this year, I’ve put together a list of Chinese/Asian restaurants celebrating Year of the Rooster with a Lion Dance or Special Menu or both so you can go and experience it, you’re welcome.  Call them PRIOR to going to avoid disappointment, I’m just the messenger.  I called many of them and gathered information from various sources for your dining pleasure, enjoy!
Rooster
So, what does the Year of the Rooster mean to you?  First, find out if you are a Rooster here and everything you need to know about your characteristics, luck, wealth, work, health and love prospects. I’m a little superstitious about cleaning, so I’ve already done all my cleaning.  On Chinese New Year day, sweeping or cleaning is not a good idea cause you’ll sweep away your good luck!
ImageHowever, if you’re like my hubby and I who’ve seen and done it many times and don’t enjoy all the noise with the clashing cymbals and drums, you can easily cook a few simple dishes like Festive Vegetables, Dumplings which resemble gold ingots and will bring prosperity, so definitely have some of those and you can’t celebrate Chinese New Year without making Pineapple Fried Rice.

Festive Vegetables
Crispy Dumplings
Pineapple Fried Rice
Pineapple Fried Rice

Bamboo Garden
Lion Dance, Feb.3 @7pm and @7:30pm
Regular menu
Black Brick
No Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28
Family style dinner, $65pp with 2 person order minimum
Da Tang Unique
Click on link to find out how to win a trip for 2 to China!
Lion Dance, NY’s eve, Fri. 1/27 @9pm
$55 pp for 8 course menu
Sugar at East Miami Hotel, Brickell City Centre
https://miami.eventful.com/events/celebrate-chinese-new-year-east-miami-/E0-001-099621380-3
Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28 @10pm
Special Menu $120pp
Gold Marquess
Lion Dance Sat. 1/28 and Sun. 1/29 at 7pm
Special Occasion one-pot special for 10 people at $288
Holiday menu through Feb.10
Hakkasan
Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28 at 8:45pm starting at Bleau Bar in the Hotel lobby and end at Hakkasan
$128pp
Mandarin Oriental
Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28 at 7pm in hotel lobby
Dine at La Mar, no set menu
Now and Zen
Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28 @7:30pm and 8pm
Special menu $90pp
Pine Court Bistro
Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28 @11:45am
Set dinner $288 – 8 people
Talde
No Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28
$49 4-course prix fixe
Kon Chau
Lion Dance, Sunday 1/29 @12pm
Regular menu
Silver Pond
Lion Dance, Feb.3 @6pm
TBA menu
Tony Chan’s Water Club
Lion Dance, Friday, 1/27 @8:30pm and Saturday 1/28 @8pm
Regular menu
 
 
 
 
 
 

Filed Under: blog, Chinese New Year Tagged With: "Chinese food", "Lion Dance", "miami restaurants", "Year of Rooster", Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year Roundup of Celebrations in Miami

January 27, 2017 By Eleanor Hoh 2 Comments

Kung Hei Fat Choy!  Since I’m not organizing a Chinese New Year gathering this year, I’ve put together a list of Chinese/Asian restaurants celebrating Year of the Rooster with a Lion Dance or Special Menu or both so you can go and experience it, you’re welcome.  Call them PRIOR to going to avoid disappointment, I’m just the messenger.  I called many of them and gathered information from various sources for your dining pleasure, enjoy!
Rooster
So, what does the Year of the Rooster mean to you?  First, find out if you are a Rooster here and everything you need to know about your characteristics, luck, wealth, work, health and love prospects. I’m a little superstitious about cleaning, so I’ve already done all my cleaning.  On Chinese New Year day, sweeping or cleaning is not a good idea cause you’ll sweep away your good luck!
ImageHowever, if you’re like my hubby and I who’ve seen and done it many times and don’t enjoy all the noise with the clashing cymbals and drums, you can easily cook a few simple dishes like Festive Vegetables, Dumplings which resemble gold ingots and will bring prosperity, so definitely have some of those and you can’t celebrate Chinese New Year without making Pineapple Fried Rice.

Festive Vegetables
Crispy Dumplings
Pineapple Fried Rice
Pineapple Fried Rice

Bamboo Garden
Lion Dance, Feb.3 @7pm and @7:30pm
Regular menu
Black Brick
No Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28
Family style dinner, $65pp with 2 person order minimum
Da Tang Unique
Click on link to find out how to win a trip for 2 to China!
Lion Dance, NY’s eve, Fri. 1/27 @9pm
$55 pp for 8 course menu
Sugar at East Miami Hotel, Brickell City Centre
https://miami.eventful.com/events/celebrate-chinese-new-year-east-miami-/E0-001-099621380-3
Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28 @10pm
Special Menu $120pp
Gold Marquess
Lion Dance Sat. 1/28 and Sun. 1/29 at 7pm
Special Occasion one-pot special for 10 people at $288
Holiday menu through Feb.10
Hakkasan
Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28 at 8:45pm starting at Bleau Bar in the Hotel lobby and end at Hakkasan
$128pp
Mandarin Oriental
Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28 at 7pm in hotel lobby
Dine at La Mar, no set menu
Now and Zen
Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28 @7:30pm and 8pm
Special menu $90pp
Pine Court Bistro
Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28 @11:45am
Set dinner $288 – 8 people
Talde
No Lion Dance, Sat. 1/28
$49 4-course prix fixe
Kon Chau
Lion Dance, Sunday 1/29 @12pm
Regular menu
Silver Pond
Lion Dance, Feb.3 @6pm
TBA menu
Tony Chan’s Water Club
Lion Dance, Friday, 1/27 @8:30pm and Saturday 1/28 @8pm
Regular menu
 
 
 
 
 
 

Filed Under: blog, Chinese New Year Tagged With: "Chinese food", "Lion Dance", "miami restaurants", "Year of Rooster", Chinese New Year

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