Miami 125 Community Summit

920 Northwest 2nd Avenue,Miami FL 33136

29 July, 2021

Description

Commissioner Jeffrey Watson, District 5, Honorable Mayor Francis and Commissioner Jeffrey Watson host a tasting and luncheon Located in the heart of Overtown, Red Rooster serves comfort food celebrating the roots of American cuisine and the diverse culinary traditions of the neighborhood. Originally called Colored Town during the Jim Crow era of the late 19th through the mid-20th century, Overtown is the historic center of commerce in Miami’s black community. Marcus Samuelsson is the acclaimed chef behind many restaurants worldwide including Red Rooster Harlem, MARCUS Montreal, and Marcus B&P in Newark. Samuelsson was the youngest person to receive a three-star review from The New York Times and was the guest chef for the Obama Administration’s first state dinner. Co-hosted by Miami District 5 Commissioner Jeffrey Watson and Mayor Francis Suarez, the luncheon is a gathering with community leaders from all segments of Miami to solidify the bonds that bind and embrace our diverse community. Dade Heritage Trust is headquartered at 190 SE 12 Terrace, in one of Miami's oldest buildings (circa 1905), which once served as the original office of Dr. James Jackson. Yes, he has a hospital named after him! For over 40 years, DHT has been Miami's leading voice for architectural, environmental and cultural preservation.  We appreciate your support!