Michelin-Starred Culinary Couple Opens MOMENTO by Ikaro Opens in Downtown Miami

Michelin-starred culinary couple Carolina Sanchez and Iñaki Murua has debuted their first U.S. outpost, MOMENTO by Ikaro, in Downtown Miami. The restaurant offers a unique blend of Spanish and Ecuadorian cuisine, showcasing the chefs' rich culinary heritage and creativity. The menu features dishes like Amazonian Tiradito, Basque-Style Turbot, Glazed Boneless Short Rib, and Roasted Neapia-Marinated Cauliflower. Desserts include the acclaimed Espuma de Abatonca and Lotus Cheesecake.

Carolina and Iñaki met at the Basque Culinary Center and have since garnered critical acclaim for their restaurant Michelin-starred Ikaro in La Rioja, Spain. The new Miami location will feature a tropical-inspired design with Mediterranean influences, creating a vibrant and inviting dining experience.

MOMENTO by Ikaro is open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 6-11pm at 1306 N Miami Ave, Miami, Florida 33136.

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Michelin-Starred Spanish Chefs Set To Open 'Momento by Ikaro' In Downtown Miami

Miami's dining scene is about to get a taste of Spain with the opening of MOMENTO by Ikaro, an international outpost of the Michelin-starred restaurant Ikaro in La Rioja. The restaurant, set to debut this summer in Downtown Miami, promises to bring a blend of Spanish culinary heritage and Miami's vibrant energy to create a unique dining experience.

Led by chefs Carolina Sanchez and Iñaki Murua, MOMENTO by Ikaro will offer a menu that celebrates the flavors of Spain and Latin America with innovative techniques and artistic presentation. Dishes like Wood-Fired Oven Turbot, Wood-Fired Oven Lamb Shoulder, Amazonian Tiradito, and Ikaro's famed Espuma de Abatonca are expected to be highlights on the menu.

The restaurant's design, by CM Design Studio, draws inspiration from Miami's culture and Spanish architecture, creating a space that is both inviting and elegant. With distinct dining areas including an alfresco terrace, open kitchen, and cocktail lounge, MOMENTO aims to immerse guests in a welcoming atmosphere. Handcrafted elements, vintage and contemporary art, and natural features like greenery and climbing vines add to the restaurant's charm.

Chef Murua, with experience at Michelin-starred restaurants like Martin Berasategui, Azurmendi, and Els Cassals, and Chef Sanchez, the first Ecuadorian chef to receive a Michelin star, bring their culinary expertise to Miami with MOMENTO by Ikaro. Their restaurant in La Rioja, Ikaro, earned its first Michelin star in 2018 and has since been recognized for its culinary excellence.

MOMENTO by Ikaro is located at 1306 N Miami Ave and will be open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 5-11pm. The restaurant promises to offer a dining experience that combines artistry, storytelling, and unforgettable flavors.