Tomorrow night should in theory be a HUGE party night in the city. On the one hand it’s Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday, which means tons of drink specials at bars and restaurants across the city. On the other hand it’s the last day of Carnaval in Brazil, which is one of the biggest party scenes in the world. We’re actually heading to Brazil (Rio de Janeiro and Buzios) in less than 2 weeks, so we were pretty excited to see that the NYC SUSHISAMBA locations are throwing a massive Carnaval celebration tomorrow night, Feb. 24th. In addition to the special Brazilian menu (see full menu at end), samba dancers, live drummers, and DJ’s, the restaurants will also be celebrating the 10 month kick-off to SUSHISAMBA’s 10-year anniversary. I’m guessing there will be some big Anniversary Specials in the coming months from SUSHISAMBA. In fact, each month between now and November someone will win a $500 SUSHISAMBA gift certificate and two tickets to SUSHISAMBA’s NYC Anniversary Party in November. The 10 winners will then be eligible for a free trip for two to Brazil. I wouldn’t mind going back again. In addition to the entertainment, passed aperitivos, and signature Brazilian cocktails, there will be tons of giveaways tomorrow night. A few winners will receive roundtrip airfare and luxury hotel accommodations in NYC.  Here’s a little secret for how to win the first $500 gift certificate and anniversary party tix: ask any staff member for the secret password. The tenth person to email sambaservice@sushisamba.com with the secret word will be declared the lucky winner!

Carnaval 2009 Specials:
“Bossanova” Roll $14
farofa crusted tiger shrimp, torched pineapple, avocado & toasted coconut sushi rice

“Salada de Palmito” $16
Hearts of palm, papaya, king crab, caipirinha vinaigrete & candied cashews

“Peixe Frito” $26

Cocacabana beach style fried whole fish, lime, chiles & cilantro
 
“Lietoa Pururuca de Paulista” $32
crispy suckling pig, torresmo & tangerines with brazilian beans and rice
 
Carnaval Cocktail Recipe $12
1.5 oz Cabana cachaca
2 whole strawberries (each cut in half)
Two pinches of cinnamon
One pinch of cayenne pepper
1 tbl of honey
1 oz lemon juice
 
Muddle cinnamon, strawberries, cayenne pepper and honey in a glass. Add cachaca and lemon juice, shake and serve on rocks with cinnamon stick garnish with ½ strawberry spear.

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