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🦄 This dish has its own article in the Michelin Guide!
Meet the Unicorn, one of the signature creations at PAO by Paul Qui, inside Faena Miami Beach.

Inspired by Damien Hirst’s golden unicorn sculpture, it’s just one example of the creativity behind this restaurant.

🥩 The 72 Hour Wagyu Short Rib took first place for me! My absolute favorite of the night and the dish I’d go back for.

👨‍🍳 Paul Qui telling me about his famous Fried Chicken. This is one story worth hearing from the chef himself!

🍗 The Fried Chicken was one of my favorites. And there’s a fascinating story behind it that I got to hear directly from Paul.

🔥 Smoked El Fili brings a completely different experience, with fire and smoke right at the table.

❤️ One of my best Miami dinners this year, and I’d definitely go back! Paul Qui won Top Chef and a James Beard Award, and PAO is recommended by the Michelin Guide. What impressed me most was how much flavor and texture every dish had while still feeling surprisingly fresh and light. Getting to meet Paul and share the evening with Rafa made it even better.

🖤 Aguachile Negro with Ora King salmon, yuzu and squid ink. A creative twist on a Mexican classic.

🍸 The golden unicorn makes another appearance in The Myth, a cocktail served in its own spectacular unicorn vessel!

💜 Maguro Zu brings together tuna and dragon fruit. Another example of the unexpected combinations on PAO’s menu.

🍒 And dessert kept the creativity going with The Cherry and Mille Crepe Cake. Two completely different presentations to finish the evening. taken in Pao Faena by @pqui

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On September 7 2018, in the middle of a record flash flood in Midland Texas, Hopi can into my life. It was raining so hard the shelter just shoved her into our arms and said thank you and good bye.

Hopi and I have had so many adventures, she made friends everywhere we went. We’ve covered so many miles and visited numerous national parks from California to Florida and everything in between.

She came into my life at some of the lowest points. The times I just wanted to give up and walk away. I was fresh from loosing everything and having nothing. There were moments of deep sadness where’d she’d just throw a ball at my face and tell me to get the fuck up.

Hopi rode with me in my old El Camino from Midland to Marfa to Houston then Austin. We spent a lot of time on the road seeking all sorts of adventures. We’ve out ran a few hurricanes and journeyed down the emerald coast, all the way down to the Florida Keys. She’s visited the Joshua Tree, Zion and different parts of the Rocky Mountain Range. Her paws have touched sand dunes, lakes and snow. Her nuzzle always under my arm.

Hopi Hopi Hopi, Hoperton and Hopi Pudin were some of her nicknames, but she as always my baby girl.

She always smelled like maple syrup. I love you and I will miss all your sniffs. Rest in peace my sweet baby girl. by @pqui

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15 days ago

🚨HAND ROLL SUSHI SPOT🚨

Follow @austinfoodheads for more!

We love @kitsunori_ and had a chance to sit down with James Beard Award winning chef, Paul Qui! The food here is phenomenal and truly everything on the menu is phenomenal. They are definitely known for their handrolls. We highly recommend trying the a5 wagyu and lobster hand rolls. Don't sleep on the mushroom handroll either which is only $5! The Ube Tres Leches may be one of our favorite desserts in Austin. Go check them out and thank us later🙏🏾 #austinfoodheads

📍2310 S Lamar Blvd
⏰: Sun-Thurs: 11am-230pm; Fri-Sat: 11am-230pm; 4pm-10pm

They are also hiring so anyone who may be intereted in working for his team, send us a message! taken in Kitsu Nori by @pqui

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21 days ago

Come check out our new dish. Cereal Chili Shrimp, house fermented habanero sauce, leeks, leeks, chili, sweet and sour. @kitsunori_ by @pqui

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22 days ago

It’s been a great time my sweet Bear. I love you. See you on the other side. Thank you for everything my old friend. by @pqui

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a month ago

Love the energy coming into this busy season. Fresh perspectives, new ideas, ignited passion. Thank you team @paofaena @cristianmunarriz @mauricio.corvera @oscardpa7 @sushierik_ @ Matt Crane by @pqui

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a month ago

Great job Team Pao, keep pushing. The energy is right we’re ready to engage this busy season strong 💪 💪💪 @paofaena by @pqui

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a month ago

Please meet our J1 from Indonesia Nanda. He’s made about 1000 of these since we put our new recipe on the @paofaena menu last month His new nickname in the kitchen is Crispy Nanda for dominating his station with consistently executing with excellence. by @pqui

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a month ago

Fried chicken I dream about. The best combination of everything I love. Pasture raised, gluten free, freaking delicious. Only @paofaena by @pqui

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a month ago

We came to Miami for its Spice, but stayed for the vibrant culture. On our @visitmiami trip we stayed all over town, relaxed, ate food from all over the world, and enjoyed the art scene.

Here are some of the best things to do for a Miami getaway:

Stay at the @nobumiamibeach hotel for a Japanese beach house vibe, an amazing spa @esenciawellnessmb, and the world famous iconic restaurant. Or if you want to experience downtown Miami vibes we also loved being in the heart of Brickell at the @brickellarchhotel.

Dinner and a show at the Faena Hotel. Head to the @Faena Hotel and start your night at the Top Chef winning @pqui’s @paofaena. From there head to the intimate @Faenatheater for a show, we loved seeing the @obsessionexperience.

Experience culture, history, and tasty bites on a tour of Little Havana with @miami_culinary_tours. We had never had a Cuban empanada before, and loved it more than empanadas we’ve had in South America.

Wander around the sculpture garden and modern art at @pamm Miami’s flagship art museum.

Relax with your toes in the sand at Miami Beach or lounge by the pool and enjoy the sunshine! taken in Miami, Florida by @pqui

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a month ago

George joined my household not too long ago, he’s 10 years old. His Mama wasn’t able to take far of him any longer. They told me he was a beagle. Funny thing is that every time I take him out people ask if he’s a basset hound. I always say no and say he’s a beagle for sure, until yesterday I walked passed a beagle and I was like oh that’s what they look like. Turns out he’s a Bagel Hound. Half beagle half basset, who knew this was a thing? ❤️ by @pqui

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2 months ago

This week at Pao. Big ups to my new CDC Mau and the team. They’ve been pushing non stop for months now to get my menu flipped and ready for busy season despite Miami Spice Month. We’ve got so many new things to introduce. Please stay tuned. Thank you for coming in 50s best @paofaena @mauricio.corvera by @pqui

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