Chef Michelle Bernstein's La Cañita expands to Kendall
Award-winning Miami chef Michelle Bernstein is heading to Kendall next month.
Driving the news: Bernstein's restaurant La Cañita, which has a smaller space in Bayside Marketplace, is expanding to the Palms of Town & Country.
State of plate: The menu will feature Latin and Caribbean cuisine, like croquetas, empanadas, oxtail lasagna and locally caught snapper with ginger mojo de ajo.
The craft cocktail menu includes a classic Mojito made with four year Flor de Caña, the Presidente with housemade grenadine and the Brownie Old Fashioned, with Rye, Strega, brownie port and house bitters.
The vibe: An "island-kissed rum distillery" with an outdoor patio and live music.
What they're saying: La Cañita co-owner David Martinez, who has partnered with Bernstein on Miami staples like Cafe La Trova and Sweet Liberty, said the restaurant is a "labor of love."
"Our goal was always to give our guests an exciting, fun experience that was reasonably priced without compromising flavor, quality or ambiance."
If you go: 8405 Mills Drive, Suite 203
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
New York Times
an hour ago
- New York Times
Tonys 2025 Live Updates: ‘Purpose' Named Best Play, With Sarah Snook Among Acting Winners
June 8, 2025, 8:27 p.m. ET Image The 'Buena Vista Social Club' band performs onstage throughout the show. Credit... Sara Krulwich/The New York Times Special Tony Awards are going to the musicians who make up the band of 'Buena Vista Social Club,' the hit Cuban musical based on the 1997 album, and to three people behind the stage illusions and effects in 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow,' a play based on the Netflix series. In addition, the actor and writer Harvey Fierstein received a lifetime achievement Tony. Over the course of his career, he has earned four Tony Awards. He took two home in 1983 for 'Torch Song Trilogy,' winning best play and best actor. He also won best book of a musical for 'La Cage aux Folles' in 1984 and best actor in a musical for 'Hairspray' in 2003. The musicians from the 'Buena Vista Social Club' being honored include Marco Paguia, the music director and conductor; David Oquendo, the associate music director and guitarist; Renesito Avich, who plays the Cuban tres; Gustavo Schartz, the bassist; Jesus Ricardo, the trumpeter; Eddie Venegas, the trombonist; Hery Paz on woodwinds; and Leonardo Reyna, a pianist; and Javier Diaz, Román Díaz and Mauricio Herrera on percussion. The musical was inspired by the influential 1997 album of the same title, which became a blockbuster and brought international recognition to the musicians. The ambitious scenery in 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' included a 1,300 pound structure that had to move safely and quickly. Jamie Harrison, Chris Fisher, Gary Beestone and Edward Pierce will be honored for the show's illusions and technical effects. The play, set 24 years before the start of the Netflix series, follows the teenage life of the show's antagonist Henry Creel. In addition, the Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theater, given annually for work not eligible in the competitive categories, are going to these recipients: 'Great Performances,' the staple showcase for the performing arts on PBS for more than a half century. Michael P. Price, who at the time was the longest-serving executive director of any American theater when he retired from Goodspeed Musicals in 2014. In his 47 years at the helm of the theater, he produced more than 250 classic musicals and 100 new musicals. Along the way, he earned 13 Tony Awards. New 42, an entity created to revive 42nd Street and the surrounding theaters. The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, operating since 1965, which has one of the world's largest collections focused on the performing arts, with more than 8 million items. The Isabelle Stevenson Tony was given to Celia Keenan-Bolger for her advocacy work through the arts. This award is presented annually to an individual in the theater community who has volunteered time and effort to humanitarian, social service or charitable organizations. Billy Porter was last year's recipient. Show more
Forbes
a day ago
- Forbes
Ahead Of Tonys, ‘Buena Vista Social Club' Drops Broadway Cast Digital Album
Tony nominee Natalie Venetia Belcón performs in 'Buena Vista Social Club.' There's great anticipation for the critically-acclaimed Broadway musical Buena Vista Social Club ahead of the Tony Awards, where the show - inspired by the story of legendary Afro-Cuban musicians who created the Grammy-winning 1997 album of the same name - has scored 10 nominations. The electrifying production, with its colorful imagery, captivating rhythm and compelling story, is making Broadway history as the first musical to feature its entire score sung completely in Spanish, while the scenes are performed in English. Just ahead of the award ceremony, the producers have released the Buena Vista Social Club original Broadway cast recording digital album, giving audiences a chance to experience the Cuban rhythms that have captivated theatergoers. Produced by Dean Sharenow and David Yazbek, the digital recording is distributed through World Circuit Records. Physical formats will follow, with the CD available July 25, and vinyl later in 2025. The original cast recording features the original Broadway cast as well as the Buena Vista Social Club Broadway band, which has been awarded a 2025 Special Tony Award. They include Marco Paguia (piano, music director), David Oquendo (guitar), Renesito Avich (tres), Gustavo Schartz (bass), Hery Paz (woodwinds), Eddie Venegas (trombone), Jesus Ricardo (trumpet), Javier Díaz (percussion), Mauricio Herrera (percussion), Román Diaz (percussion), and Leonardo Reyna (piano). The recording features the following tracks: 'El Carretero,' 'De Camino a la Vereda,' 'Veinte Años,' 'El Cumbanchero (Rehearsal),' 'Veinte Años (1950),' 'Qué Bueno Baila Usted,' 'Bruca Maniguá,' 'Murmullo,' 'Drume Negrita,' 'Candela,' 'El Cumbanchero (Tropicana),' 'Dos Gardenias,' 'El Cuarto de Tula,' 'La Negra Tomasa,' 'Chan Chan,' 'Silencio,' 'Lágrimas Negras,' 'Bruca Maniguá' (reprise), 'Silencio' (Instrumental), and 'Candela (Finale).' Broadway's "Buena Vista Social Club" has 10 Tony nominations. The Buena Vista Social Club is tied with Death Becomes Her and Maybe Happy Ending for the most of any show this season. While there are strong expectations that Buena Vista Social Club will pick up several awards, the show has already secured its legacy and its future. The production is hitting the road, embarking on a multi-year North American tour in September 2026. "Our show redefines what a new Broadway musical looks like, showcasing the beautiful artistry and heritage of this beloved Cuban music," says show producer Orin Wolf, who also co-produced the original Broadway cast recording album with music director Marco Paguia. Buena Vista Social Club's Tony nominations span nearly every major category: The Broadway cast includes Tony nominee Natalie Venetia Belcon (Omara), Julio Monge (Compay), Mel Semé (Ibrahim) Jainardo Batista Sterling (Rubén), Isa Antonetti (Young Omara), Da'Von T. Moody (Young Compay), Wesley Wray(Young Ibrahim), Leonardo Reyna (Young Rubén), Renesito Avich (Eliades), Ashley De La Rosa (Young Haydee), Justin Cunningham (Juan de Marcos), Angélica Beliard, Carlos Falú, Carlos Gonzalez, Héctor Juan Maisonet, Ilda Mason, Marielys Molina, Andrew Montgomery Coleman, Sophia Ramos, Anthony Santos, Martín Sola, and Tanairi Sade Vazquez. The Tony Awards broadcast live on June 8, starting at 5 pm PT/8 pm ET on CBS and stream on Paramount+.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
8 of the Best Latin-Themed Musicals Ever on Broadway: From ‘West Side Story' to ‘Buena Vista Social Club'
Two Latin-themed musicals have opened on Broadway within five weeks of each other, receiving some love from the Tonys this year: Buena Vista Social Club, which co-leads the list of nominees for the June 8 awards ceremony with 10 nods, and Real Women Have Curves: The Musical, which received two. More from Billboard Patti LuPone Apologizes for Her 'Demeaning and Disrespectful' Comments on Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald Los Alegres del Barranco Cancel Show in Michoacán for 'Security Concerns' Grupo Firme Cancels U.S. Concert Due to Work Visas Being in 'Administrative Process' Buena Vista Social Club — which narrates the story of the Cuban artists who brought the acclaimed Grammy-winning album of 1997 to the world — competes in categories including best musical, best performance by an actress in a featured role (Natalie Venetia Belcon), best book (Marco Ramirez) and best direction (Saheem Ali). Furthermore, the musicians who make up the band in the show will be recognized with a special Tony Award. Real Women Have Curves: The Musical is nominated for best original score — by Latin music star Joy Huerta (half of the Mexican pop duo Jesse & Joy) and Benjamin Velez — and best performance by an actress in a featured role (Justina Machado). Based on the play by Josefina López and HBO's movie adaptation, it follows 18-year-old Ana García, a daughter of immigrant parents who struggles between her ambitions of going to college and the desires of her mother for her to get married, have children and oversee the small, rundown family-owned textile factory. And a third Latin-themed show is currently in the works: BASURA, with music and lyrics by no other than Cuban-American superstar Gloria Estefan and her daughter, songwriter Emily Estefan. Inspired by a true story, BASURA (Spanish for 'garbage') will narrate the journey of Paraguay's Recycled Orchestra, a group of young artists who turn scrap material into instruments and music into possibilities. But Broadway has had a long-standing history affair with Latin music and artists, with shows ranging from classics like West Side Story, Kiss of the Spider Woman, Evita and Man of La Mancha, to more recent productions like In the Heights and On Your Feet! — and legendary stars from Rita Moreno and Chita Rivera, to Lin-Manuel Miranda. There was also the short-lived The Capeman [1998] starring Rubén Blades, Marc Anthony and Ednita Nazario, a Paul Simon musical based on the life of convicted murderer Salvador Agrón which closed after only two months; and Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown [2010], an adaptation of Pedro Almodóvar's iconic black comedy film, which received mostly negative reviews and lasted three months. Meanwhile, some non-Latin themed shows have featured Latin stars throughout the years, like Hamilton, starting with creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and including Anthony Ramos and Javier Muñoz; and Chicago, with Mexican actress Bianca Marroquín playing both Roxie and Velma intermittently since 2006, and star guests including Sofía Vergara, Jaime Camil and Sebastián Yatra. In honor of the 78th Tony Awards, scheduled for June 8 at the Radio City Music Hall and airing live on CBS and Paramount+, here are eight of the best Latin-themed Broadway musicals from past and present, in alphabetical Date: Mar 19, 2025 Closing Date: n/a About: Inspired by true events, Buena Vista Social Club brings the 1997 Grammy-winning album to life as it tells the story of the Cuban legends who lived it. Music By: Buena Vista Social Club Book By: Marco Ramirez Main Original Cast: Natalie Venetia Belcon (Omara), Julio Monge (Compay), Mel Semé (Ibrahim), Jainardo Batista Sterling (Rubén), Isa Antonetti (Young Omara), Da'Von T. Moody (Young Compay), Wesley Wray (Young Ibrahim), Leonardo Reyna (Young Rubén), Renesito Avich (Eliades), Ashley De La Rosa (Young Haydee), Justin Cunningham (Juan De Marcos). Tony Nominations: 10 Tony Awards: TBDOpening Date: Sep 25, 1979 Closing Date: Jun 26, 1983 Revival: Apr 5, 2012 to Jan 26, 2013 About: Set in Argentina, Evita tells the story of Eva Perón, the iconic first lady of the Latin American country, who rose from poverty to become a powerful figure in the region. The musical explores her political ambitions, charity work, and eventual death from cancer at age 33. Music / Lyrics by: Andrew Lloyd Webber / Tim Rice Book By: Tim Rice Main Original Cast: Patti LuPone (Eva Perón), Bob Gunton (Perón), Mandy Patinkin (Che) Main Revival Cast: Elena Roger (Eva Perón), Michael Cerveris (Perón), Ricky Martin (Che) Tony Nominations: 11 for the original, 3 for the revival Tony Awards: 7 for the original, including best musical, best book of a musical, best original score, best actress in a musical (Patti LuPone), best featured actor in a musical (Mandy Patinkin), best lighting design, and best direction of a musicalOpening Date: Mar 9, 2008 Closing Date: Jan 9, 2011 About: A story of heritage, faith and healing love, In the Heights is about the hopes and struggles of residents of New York City's Washington Heights. Music / Lyrics By: Lin-Manuel Miranda Book By: Quiara Alegría Hudes Main Original Cast: Lin-Manuel Miranda (Usnavi), Andréa Burns (Daniela), Janet Dacal (Carla), Robin De Jesús (Sonny), Carlos Gomez (Kevin), Mandy Gonzalez (Nina), Christopher Jackson (Benny), Priscilla Lopez (Camila), Olga Merediz (Abuela Claudia), Karen Olivo (Vanessa) Tony Nominations: 13 Tony Awards: 4, including best musical, best original score written for the theatre, best choreography and best orchestrationsOpening Date: May 3, 1993 Closing Date: Jul 1, 1995 About: Based on the 1976 novel by Manuel Puig, Kiss of the Spider Woman explores the complex relationship between Molina and Valentin, two cellmates in an Argentine prison during the Dirty War. Molina, a gay man, uses his imagination and his love for movies to create a world of escapism for himself and, unexpectedly, for Valentin, a political prisoner. Music / Lyrics By: John Kander / Fred Ebb Book By: Terrence McNally Main Original Cast: Chita Rivera (Spider Woman / Aurora), Brent Carver (Molina), Anthony Crivello (Valentin) Notable Replacements: Vanessa Williams played Spider Woman from Jun 27, 1994 to Mar 18, 1995; Maria Conchita Alonso portrayed the role from Mar 20, 1995 to Jul 01, 1995 Tony Nominations: 11 Tony Awards: 7, including best musical, best book of a musical, best original score, best actor in a musical (Brent Carver), best actress in a musical (Chita Rivera), best featured actor in a musical (Anthony Crivello), and best costume designOpening Date: Nov 22, 1965 Closing Date: Jun 26, 1971 Revivals: Jun 22, 1972 to Oct 21, 1972; Sep 15, 1977 to Dec 31, 1977; Apr 24, 1992 to Jul 26, 1992; Dec 5, 2002 to Aug 31, 2003 About: A retelling of Miguel de Cervantes' Don Quixote and his quest, Man of La Mancha celebrates the perseverance of one man who refuses to relinquish his ideals and who is determined to see life not as it is, but as it ought to be. Music / Lyrics By: Mitch Leigh / Joe Darion Book By: Dale Wasserman Main Original Cast: Richard Kiley (Don Quixote – Cervantes), Irving Jacobson (Sancho Panza), Joan Diener (Aldonza – Dulcinea) Tony Nominations: 7 for the original, 1 for the 1977 revival, 3 for the 2002-2003 revival Tony Awards: 5 for the original, including best musical, best composer and lyricist, best actor in a musical (Richard Kiley), best scenic design, and best direction of a musicalOpening Date: Nov 5, 2015 Closing Date: Aug 20, 2017 About: On Your Feet! tells the inspiring true story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan, two people who believed in their talent —and each other— to become an international sensation. Featuring their hits like 'Rhythm Is Gonna Get You' and 'Conga', the show is a celebration of their musical journey and the challenges they faced in music and in life. Music / Lyrics By: Gloria Estefan, Emilio Estefan Book By: Alexander Dinelaris Main Original Cast: Ana Villafañe (Gloria), Josh Segarra (Emilio), Andréa Burns (Gloria Fajardo), Alma Cuervo (Consuelo), Eduardo Hernandez (Nayib) Tony Nominations: 1 Tony Awards: 0Opening Date: Apr 27, 2025 Closing Date: n/a About: Set in the Boyle Heights section of Los Angeles in 1987, Real Women Have Curves follows Ana García, an bright 18-year-old determined to become the first member of her family to go to college. But when the family garment business receives a make-or-break order for 200 dresses, Ana finds herself juggling her own ambitions, her mother Carmen's expectations, and a community of women all trying to make it work against the odds. The show is based on the play by Josefina López and HBO's movie adaptation. Music / Lyrics By: Joy Huerta, Benjamin Velez Book By: Lisa Loomer, Nell Benjamin Main Original Cast: Tatianna Córdoba (Ana García), Justina Machado (Carmen García), Florencia Cuenca (Estela García), Mauricio Mendoza (Raúl García) Tony Nominations: 2 Tony Awards: TBDOpening Date: Sep 26, 1957 Closing Date: Jun 27, 1959 Revivals: Apr 27, 1960 to Dec 10, 1960; Apr 8, 1964 to May 3, 1964; Feb 14, 1980 to Nov 30, 1980; Mar 19, 2009 to Jan 02, 2011; Feb 20, 2020 to Mar 11, 2020 About: A modern representation of Romeo & Juliet, West Side Story is set in the West Side of New York City during the summer of 1957, and explores the rivalry between two youth warring street gangs: The Jets, of European roots, and the Sharks, of Puerto Rican origin. Things get complicated when Tony, a member of the Jets, falls madly in love with Maria, the sister of the Sharks' leader. Music / Lyrics By: Leonard Bernstein / Stephen Sondheim Book By: Arthur Laurents Main Original Cast: Mickey Calin (Riff), Larry Kert (Tony), Carol Lawrence (Maria), Ken Le Roy (Bernardo), Chita Rivera (Anita) Tony Nominations: 6 for the original production; 2 for the 1964 revival; 2 for the 1980 revival; 4 for the 2009-2011 revival Tony Awards: 2 for the original production, including best scenic design and best choreography; 1 for the 2009-2011 revival, for best featured actress in a musical (Karen Olivo) Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
