MIAMI – (Jan. 7, 2009) – Renowned Chef Emeril Lagasse will preside on Wednesday, February 4, over celebrations for the fifth anniversary of Emeril’s Miami Beach, the South Beach outpost of his beloved New Orleans flagship restaurant. Together with Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation, Lagasse and guests will enjoy an evening full of spectacular entertainment and, of course, delectable cuisine.

The invitation-only reception will begin at 7 p.m. at Emeril’s Miami Beach, located at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel (1601 Collins Ave), with all the proceeds directly benefiting Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation. The Foundation’s primary mission is to create awareness and generate funds for Miami Children’s Hospital, South Florida’s only licensed specialty hospital exclusively for children.“It is a joy to be a part of the fifth anniversary celebration of Emeril’s Miami Beach,” said Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation President Lucy Morillo. “We deeply appreciate the heartfelt support shown by Emeril and his team, and are honored to have such a celebrated figure as part of our Miami Children’s Hospital family.”

In addition to delicious food that reflects the epitome of the Emeril’s Miami Beach menu, guests will enjoy a special performance by New Orleans jazz vocalist and trumpeter Jeremy Davenport. Davenport, a featured musical guest on “Emeril Live,” has recorded with Harry Connick Jr. and is presently working on his third studio album. Seven-year-old piano prodigy Ethan Bortnick also will perform. Bortnick is an avid supporter of Miami Children’s Hospital and the Foundation, crediting the hospital with saving his little brother Nathan’s life when he was just a newborn.

“I’m thrilled to reunite with my dear friends and the amazing people of this community for such a worthy cause,” said Chef Lagasse. “I look forward to sharing some great food and toasting five wonderful years, in addition to all the good work Miami Children’s Hospital and its Foundation have provided to the children and families of Miami.”

The host committee for the fifth anniversary of Emeril’s Miami Beach is chaired by Michael Aller, Hannah & Gene Bortnick, Romero Britto, Patricia & Thomas Cornish, Vivian & JC Mas, Shawn Hauver, Alden & Emeril Lagasse, Eric Linquest, Lucy Morillo, Bibiana and Mario Murgado, Norma & Luis Quintero, Leticia Pino, Jacquelynn D. Powers, Sandi & Jerry Powers, Monica & Rick Schatz, Lee Schrager, Jerry South, Lyle Stern, Jonathan Tisch, Nicole & Edgar Lozano and Jocelyn & Eric Woolworth.

Partners for this celebratory event include Ocean Drive Magazine, Loews Miami Beach Hotel, Southern Wine & Spirits of South Florida, Towne Park, Children’s Craniofacial Association and 3 Dimension Graphics Inc.Emeril’s Miami Beach is the third outpost of Emeril Lagasse’s flagship restaurant. Guests can experience the irresistible style of cuisine known as “new” New Orleans, along with signature tastes created exclusively for South Beach. The high-energy establishment, nestled in the historic St. Moritz Hotel building at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel, blends Louisiana’s Creole cooking with the Latin-tinged rhythms of South Florida and the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean.

For additional information on Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation, please visit www.mchf.org.

Make the scene—see and be seen in this hot spot of south Florida.

Emeril’s Miami Beach is located amidst the hustle and bustle of fashionable South Beach on Collins Avenue. The restaurant, adjacent to the luxurious Loews Hotel, is housed in the art deco St. Moritz hotel building. Hot tropical colors of golds, oranges, crimsons and pinks accented with avocado green and royal blues tempered with soothing sand hues create an exciting oasis for cocktails, brunch, lunch or dinner.
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Make gift giving easy for any Emeril fan, culinary artist or budding gourmet, or just for yourself. Set comes in a customized re-usable Emeril Gift Box, and topped off with a custom Emeril label.
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Kendall Hamersly
Miami Herald
Published: Wednesday, November 26, 2003

He is the clown prince of the Food Network, bug-eyed and frantic, throwing together the night’s menu while he kibbitzes with the Emeril Live Band and flirts with the crowd. His catch phrases are as hokey as they are predictable: ”Pork fat is love!” ‘It’s gettin’ happy in here!” and, of course, “BAMM!”
As much butter and oil seem to ooze their way into his TV dishes as could possibly be permitted by law. Yet a visit to the ninth in New Orleans superstar chef Emeril Lagasse’s namesake chain, at the Loews Miami Beach hotel, puts an unexpected spin on this cartoonish pop-culture icon: The man is intensely serious about food.
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Emeril’s Potluck
Comfort Food with a Kicked-Up Attitude
by Emeril Lagasse

America’s favorite chef Emeril Lagasse is ready to party.

Parties and celebrations mean food. Lots of food: tureens of soup, platters of chicken, bowls of salad, casseroles of baked pasta. From family reunions to holiday buffets, summer barbecues to tailgate parties, and weekend brunches to bridal showers, Emeril’s Potluck offers crowd-pleasing dishes perfect for gatherings with friends and family.

Emeril’s Potluck brings together everything Emeril loves most about cooking and eating. The food is simple, flavorful, and perfect for sharing at any get-together. Each recipe serves a whopping 8 to 10 people, but don’t assume you’re making too much — everyone will be heading back for seconds and thirds of these Emerilized starters, entrees, drinks, sides, and desserts.

Start by toasting the occasion with a glass of Champagne Punch, a Watermelon Daiquiri, or an Orange Emeril. Then let the feast begin! Classic Blue Cheese Dip, Alain’s Sweet and Spicy Asian Wings, or Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms will get your party started right! Main courses range from Olive-Stuffed Leg of Lamb and Creole Mustard and Herb-Wrapped Beef Tenderloin to homey favorites such as Charlotte’s Lasagna Bolognese, Penne à la Vodka Casserole, and Tuna Tetrazzini. Of course, it wouldn’t be a party without dessert, so save room for Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie, Strawberry Shortcake, and Emeril’s Tiramisu.

The recipes are quick, easy, and portable. Enjoy these dishes at home or take them on the road. Emeril’s Potluck — so foolproof, so easy, so crowd pleasing that luck has nothing to do with it.
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MIAMI BEACH, FL – Beginning June 27, 2004 celebrate with friends and family and become part of a new tradition of Emeril’s Sunday Brunch at Emeril’s Miami Beach. Start Sunday off right with a festive cocktail such as a Mint Julep, Sazarac or a Brandy Milk Punch, followed by a menu of specially created dishes such as Grand Marnier Citrus French Toast; Blue Cheese Crusted Oysters; and Emeril’s Huevos Rancheros. Sit back, relax and enjoy the entertainment provided by a jazzy jazz trio, and the beautiful backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean.
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