Spicy Hospitality Group (SHG) brought Miami together for two unforgettable evenings celebrating the highly anticipated debut of Le Specialità, the storied Milanese restaurant opening on Monday, November 10, in the Miami Design District. Presented by World Red Eye, Reserva de la Familia Tequila, and hosted by SHG Founder Andre Sakhai, Marc Lotenberg, and Seth Browarnik, the grand opening dinners marked a defining moment for SHG as it introduced one of Milan’s most iconic dining institutions to the U.S.
Miami’s leading figures in art and culture, business, tech, and real estate gathered to experience the arrival of the legendary concept, reimagined for its new home in one of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods.
Guests were welcomed with Italian Margaritas made with Reserva de la Familia Tequila and Limoncello Spritzes, setting the tone for evenings that balanced Italian sophistication with Miami energy. Passed canapés included Wagyu Meatballs, Salmon Tartare Bites, and Rosemary Potato Pavé with Caviar, followed by a seated multi-course dinner featuring Bruschetta e Burrata, Cacio e Pepe, and Ricotta Truffle Ravioli, concluding with Tiramisu and Bombolonis.
Following dinner, the restaurant transformed into an elegant after-hours celebration as guests enjoyed cocktails, music, and conversation beneath the Rockwell Group-designed interiors, characterized by sweeping curves, terrazzo finishes, and a striking art collection curated by Andre Sakhai, featuring works by Jean-Michel Basquiat, KAWS, Rashid Johnson, and more.
Notable attendees included Alex Gartenfeld, director of the Institute of Contemporary Art; Alex Witkoff, CEO of Witkoff Group; Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple; Claire Holt, actress and entrepreneur; David Grutman, founder of Groot Hospitality; Devon Windsor, model and entrepreneur; Don Peebles Jr, founder, chairman, and CEO of The Peebles Corporation; Esteban Cortázar, fashion designer; Michael Bay, film director; Jon Oringer, founder and executive chairman of Shutterstock.
Image credit: World Red Eye
