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the "Classifieds" –just because–: satire in all its glory. Michelle recommends the Ryes and Shine, which is a mix of the following: Sazerac Rye 6yr, Germaine-Robin Apple Brandy, Spiced Pumpkin, Tangerine, Vanilla, and Lemon, inside of an absinthe raised coupe with a dehydrated orange. Really? I knock out my hesitation and nod. When I try it, I understand: it makes me rise and shine right there in my chair. As a first-time guest, I'm up for anything, hoping to be pleasantly surprised. Deborah, the General Manager, suggests we try the Chef's Tasting Menu, which takes inspiration from various cultures around the world and boasts some of the most creative dishes ever. This said, Michelle brings around two Brioche potato rolls topped with fennel pollen and served with green garbanzo dip. Four words for you: Rolls Royce of breads. It's obvious I'm hooked from the start. Our first course makes a dramatic entrance: a wooden box, with fuming stones and two perfectly presented oysters: spicy to perfection. Next come two bites of Pomme soufflé, topped with caviar and crème fraîche, and two bites of Crab beignet, topped with celery remoulade and black truffle shavings, both served on a tree trunk porcelain base. And to top off this first part of the meal, Chicken liver mousse on lavash with smoked chili jam, served on a square rock base. The second course is probably the most spectacular, like nothing I've ever tasted before: Warm celery root with crackling maitake mushrooms and mustard froth. It's crunchy, creamy, and spicy all at the same time. The third course is the Slow cooked Florida snapper with poblano cucumber lime, littleneck clams, and bitter lettuce. A divine mix of flavors. And to close the night on a sweet note, dessert is a Coconut Semifreddo with passion fruit, caramelized pineapple, and raspberries. A great ending to a great culinary journey alongside the talented genius that is Jeremy Ford. My utmost respect for his passion to create, his relentless approach to cooking, and for giving back to his city. All hail the Stubborn Seed! ML Stubborn Seed is located at 101 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, call 786-322-5211 or visit: http://stubbornseed.com.