Is the ticket price all-inclusive?

Yes. Each ticket covers the multi-course meal, applicable taxes and fees, and one signature cocktail; additional beverages and gratuity are not included.

Absolutely. Many guests come solo; the communal seating is designed to encourage conversation and connection.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated?

Dietary restrictions may be accommodated with advance notice—please list them at booking so the culinary team can be informed.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes. The listing notes the venue is wheelchair accessible; if you have specific accessibility needs, contact the organizer before arrival.

Bring your booking confirmation, any dietary notes, an openness to conversation, and a charged phone for photos if you wish.

What happens if I arrive late?

This is a guided, timed experience that begins promptly; late arrivals may miss portions of the program and are not guaranteed entry to ongoing sections.

Tales at the Table: Immersive Dinner & Black Music Storytelling in Miami

Tales at the Table turns dinner into a compact cultural expedition in Miami. Located at 920 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33136 (meeting point listed as 121 North 20th Ave, Hollywood, FL 33020), this intimate dining series stitches food, music, and storytelling into a single two-and-a-half-hour session called The Circuit. Hosted by Key2MIA and AAEX, the experience focuses on Black music history and the neighborhoods and venues that shaped it.

Seats are limited to fourteen, and the format centers on a shared table with a designed tablescape, curated soundtrack, and a guided narrator. The menu reads like an evening-length set list: M’s Cornbread with caramelized plantain chutney opens the show; choices for mains include Yardbird & Waffles (Red Rooster’s signature), Lowcountry Fish & Grits, or Mushroom & Grits; the encore is Sweet Potato Pound Cake with pecans and bourbon caramel. Every edition pairs the food with a signature cocktail—in this series Mr. Entertainment, a blackberry, orange, and sparkling-wine pour inspired by Historic Overtown figures.

What makes Tales at the Table stand out in Miami’s cultural landscape is its discipline: it treats dinner as guided storytelling rather than casual dining. The producers marry culinary craft with research-led narration, drawing lines between recipes, performance venues, and community memory. Musical selections move between early jazz, R&B, soul, and contemporary genres, and the soundtrack becomes a third course that frames conversation.

Practical details matter: tickets are all-inclusive for the multi-course meal and one signature cocktail; additional drinks and gratuity are not included. The event begins promptly; late arrival may mean missing key moments. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated with notice, and the venue is wheelchair accessible. Expect a two-and-a-half-hour commitment, communal seating, and a mix of strangers and locals who often leave talking like old friends.

This is an ideal booking for solo travelers who want structured engagement, couples looking for a thoughtful date night, and visitors aiming to deepen their understanding of Miami beyond beaches. Pair the evening with a daytime exploration of Historic Overtown’s music sites or a stroll along NW 2nd Avenue to extend the themes into the neighborhood.

Reserve early: seating caps at fourteen and each edition rotates its theme, so repeat visits deliver different menus, cocktails, and stories. Bring an openness to conversation, a note about dietary needs at booking, and a charged phone for quick photos—photography and short video may be used for promotion. Tales at the Table is not just dinner; it’s a compact cultural course that feeds curiosity, palate, and connection in one deliberate sitting. Expect thoughtful pacing, live narration, and a chance to take home new listening recommendations and food memories that alter how you hear Miami’s streets and taste its history.

About Key2MIA

Key2MIA is a Miami-based guided tour company focused on immersive cultural, historical, and art experiences across the city's most storied neighborhoods. The company offers private and group tours that highlight Little Havana, Overtown, and Miami’s contemporary art scene. Tours include hands-on elements like learning to make cafecito, sampling authentic Cuban cuisine, and tasting classic soul food while exploring local landmarks.

Guides with local knowledge lead each experience, connecting visitors to neighborhood history, community stories, and artistic movements. Signature experiences include the Calle Ocho Experience, Melanin Miami, Key to My He(art): Art & Culture Tour, and the Historic Overtown Tour. Each itinerary emphasizes context and conversation rather than a hurried sightseeing stop, with flexible pacing for private bookings.

Key2MIA serves a range of travelers: solo visitors, couples, families, and small groups seeking cultural depth. The company's route selection focuses on accessible walking tours and curated visits to murals, galleries, public squares, and community gathering places such as Domino Park and the Latin Walk of Fame. Accessibility and personalized attention are available through private bookings and group arrangements.

Reservations are offered for single tours or combined experiences to create longer custom itineraries. Key2MIA positions itself as a local specialist in Miami culture, food, and history, providing visitors with direct engagement with neighborhood traditions and contemporary artistic voices. The emphasis on authentic interactions and knowledgeable guiding makes it a practical choice for travelers who want meaningful context and memorable local experiences.

Tours are suitable for first-time visitors and travelers exploring Miami’s evolving neighborhoods.

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