Juno & the Peacock Restaurant and Pluma Cocktail Lounge to Open on August 23rd
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Juno & the Peacock Restaurant and Pluma Cocktail Lounge to Open on August 23
Novel dining and beverage experiences to captivate St. Pete locals and visitors
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – August 8, 2024 — From the esteemed owners of Allelo, a new restaurant, Juno & the Peacock and its neighboring cocktail lounge, Pluma, will shake up the local dining scene with a grand opening on August 23, 2024, at 400 Beach Drive in downtown St. Petersburg. These highly anticipated concepts will serve as cornerstones of the community where guests can experience storytelling through food and drink.
"St. Pete is attracting national attention as a dynamic hub for creativity across industries like food and beverage, hospitality, and the arts,” said co-owner Jeanna Damkoehler. “We look forward to being a part of our city's culinary evolution and, most importantly, serving our local community, who have supported us in opening our sister concept, and met the news of Juno & the Peacock and Pluma with such excitement.”
Embodying laid-back Floridian elegance with a nod to mission nouveau and the roaring '60s, the striking design characterized by retro sophistication and vibrant hues captures the city’s energy. The design mirrors the restaurant’s vibrant flavors, textures and artful presentation.
Led by industry veteran Executive Chef Drew Dimitrovski and proudly partnering with St. Pete vendors like Brick Street Farms, Juno & the Peacock emphasizes fresh, locally sourced ingredients and in-house preparations. The diverse menu redefines coastal classics with inventive flair alongside American staples like handhelds, flatbreads and dry-aged steaks to create a memorable dining experience showcasing the culinary team's creativity and passion. Savor seafood dishes like the lobster tail escargot or share a grand plateau from the raw bar with lobster salad, smoked salmon, crab Louie, shrimp cocktail and oysters. Brunch lovers can enjoy house-made pastries, signature salads and morning mains like Benedict Oscar.
With Wine Director Michelle Richards at the helm, the carefully curated wine offerings– ranging from over 1,400 choices primarily sourced from New World regions– will require guests to return, time and again, to explore and savor each selection.
The cocktail menus at Juno & the Peacock and Pluma were cleverly designed under the guidance of acclaimed Beverage Director Ingi Sigurdsson. Journey through 130 years of cocktail history at Juno & the Peacock, which features modern takes on the most popular, iconic and culturally significant cocktails from each decade.
Embark on another adventure at the neighboring cocktail lounge, Pluma, which celebrates the vibrant flavors, culinary heritage and cocktail traditions of Latin America, focusing on three countries: Mexico, Brazil and Peru. Expect aperitifs and night caps which excite and surprise like the Dip Baby Dip cocktail, which led the beverage team to invent their own take on a Tootsie Roll recipe, the treat made from scratch in-house and specifically designed to complement the cocktail.
With dark teal walls, glowing cove lighting, and dark green velvet drapery, Pluma exudes elegance, encouraging indulgence and setting the scene for a celebration. Antique glass panels framed by wood enhance the classic feel, while red upholstery and playful ottomans along with rich brown leather stools, create many vignettes for socializing.
Hosting up to 50 guests indoors, Pluma is the ideal venue for wedding events, business meetings and other large parties. Juno & the Peacock features a banquet room, alcove dining, bayside room and wine room, providing a wide range of settings suited for family dinners, birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions. Collectively, Juno & the Peacock and Pluma accommodate up to 268 guests with ample indoor and outdoor dining areas.
The interior design was executed by the award-winning firm, AvroKO; and the visual identities of Juno & the Peacock and Pluma were created by Brand Bureau, one of AvroKO's sister studios. Each drew inspiration from the region's aviation history and innovative spirit, enhanced by international influences, to craft original concepts which feel distinctly local.
Juno & the Peacock lunch hours are Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dinner hours are Monday to Friday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday to Sunday from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Brunch is available Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pluma is open Wednesday-Saturday from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.
A grand opening celebration featuring live music and surprises will commence at 6 p.m. on August 23, 2024. For reservations and more information, visit junoandthepeacock.com and follow @juno.peacock and @plumalounge on Instagram and Facebook.
ABOUT JUNO & THE PEACOCK
Located along iconic Beach Drive in St. Petersburg, Florida, Juno & the Peacock distinguishes itself through its New American Coastal cuisine, playful homage to the evolution of mixology, impressive wine collection and striking décor, embodying laid-back Floridian elegance with a nod to mission nouveau and the roaring '60s. Drawing from the timeless cautionary tale of Aesop's fable, the restaurant endeavors to reflect the best of the Sunshine City by showcasing the blessings already bestowed upon us— locally sourced ingredients prepared in-house and enjoyed in a picturesque setting. Juno & the Peacock is open daily for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.
ABOUT PLUMA
A captivating cocktail lounge introducing its guests to new drinking traditions and spirited cocktails from Lima to Tulum through a truly memorable exploration of South and Central American influences and innovations, complemented by select wines by the glass and light bites. Elegant surroundings set the scene for celebrations and encourage indulgence. Neighboring its sister concept, Juno & the Peacock, it is the perfect atmosphere to pair with your aperitif or nightcap of choice, beginning or ending an unforgettable evening in St. Pete.
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Media Contact: Erin Murphy, erinm@louhammond.com, 207-809-9662
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