Elcielo

In the United States, it may be all about farm-to-table and organic foods, but in Latin America, where healthy ingredients aren't as novel, gourmet dining has a different emphasis. In establishments like Elcielo, a Colombian import that specialized in extravagant cuisine meant to stimulate the senses, presentation and grandeur take on greater relevance. Because not everything that comes to your table is edible and certain courses are meant to stimulate the palate while others are meant to pique your curiosity, meals are served in short courses here.

The chocolate course, where each guest is handed a large bowl and told to wash their hands in chocolate, is one of Elcielo's most talked-about moments (licking your fingers is encouraged). Bread is served on top of a faux bark instead of a traditional basket; the bulbous yuca bread was made to mimic a blossoming tree, and coffee is filtered at the table as dry ice blows to represent the mountainous fog of Colombia. Although some may find it flashy, dining at Elcielo makes the triple-digit bill worthwhile.

Google Rating: 4.1/5.0
Address: 31 SE 5th St, Miami, FL 33131, U.S.
Phone: +13058747867
Website:https://elcielomiami.com/