The Flavor Hedonist

06/25/2026

Last year’s inaugural Bourbon, Burger & BEAST Dinner at the legendary MAI-KAI Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was a one-of-a-kind culinary experience. The 21+ event sold out and took place in the intimate Tahiti Room, where guests enjoyed an unforgettable evening of food and cocktails.

Now we’re doing it again.
Join us this Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 6–8 PM for the return of the Bourbon, Burger & BEAST Dinner.

🍽 Menu:

• Bread & Butter with Hawaiian Flatbread and Guava Honey
• Luau Pork Croquetas with Manchego and Mostaza
• Koji Fried Chicken with Spicy Orange Blossom Honey, Pickles, and Butternut Curry
• Big Pani Burger with Crispy Cheese, Pineapple Kimchi, Guava Sriracha, and Pickled Onions
• Kona Coffee Flan

🥃 Every course, except the bread course, is paired with a handcrafted cocktail.

Tickets are almost gone. Use this link to grab yours before they sell out: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bourbon-burger-and-beast-dinner-2026-tickets-1988791753672?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/25/2026

06/24/2026

Nothing tastes more like home than a pot of Cuban Frijoles Colorados! The aroma of this Cuban style red bean stew alone instantly takes me back to childhood family dinners around the table. Want a direct link to the recipe? Comment “RECIPE” and I’ll send it straight to you!

06/22/2026

My dad’s Cuban Pudin de Pan is such a classic OG comfort dessert! Made with day-old Cuban bread, rich custard, rum soaked raisins and a rich caramel topping, this Cuban bread pudding recipe is a family favorite. You can find the recipe on my blog, but if you want a direct link to the recipe: Comment the word “RECIPE” and I’ll send it straight to you!

06/17/2026

Burger lovers, this one's for you! 🍔

MAI-KAI and Burger Beast are teaming up for a special culinary event on June 27 from 6–8 PM. Enjoy an exclusive burger, signature MAI-KAI appetizers, and a dessert cocktail created by Gabe Urrutia—all included with your ticket.

Get your tickets before they're gone!