Fraliza Gianniodis

Lead BartenderFraliza Gianniodis, Lead BartenderFraliza Gianniodis infuses her extensive background in mixology with her highly inspired approach to crafting the perfect cocktail.The Strand at Carillon Miami welcomes Fraliza Gianniodis, Lead Bartender and Mixologist, who infuses her extensive background in mixology with her highly inspired approach to crafting the perfect cocktail, to curate a noteworthy experience for guests. Gianniodis was a former mixologist at the Ritz-Carlton, Boston, where she was awarded the opportunity to represent the property in Marriot’s Masters of the Craft for the Americas competition. She competed against 1,500 bartenders from Marriot properties across North, South, and Central America and was crowned 2019’s Beverage “Master of the Craft” at the 2nd annual competition. In this “Chopped” reality show inspired competition, bartenders have seven minutes to create a cocktail incorporating one mystery ingredient. Gianniodis’s winning concoction was an Old Fashioned, created with China Martini Liqueur, mezcal, and chocolate bitters. Gianniodis began her career in lush, sunny, Puerto Rico. She often draws inspiration from the environment and is always looking for ways to embrace fresh, local ingredients in her creations. Here at the Strand, her cocktails are influenced by Miami’s tropical climate. Some of her cocktails flaunt a more classic flair, like the Carillon Martini, which pays homage to the hotel’s lavish history. The concept of “Wellness Your Way” is an integral part of our menu, and Gianniodis bring this to life in her cocktail offerings which ranges from creative and fresh mocktails, to spirit forward cocktails. Her innovative outlook and passion in mixology is a wonderful addition to The Strand’s contemporary, local, farm fresh dining concept. The Strand at Carillon Miami is located at Carillon Miami Wellness Resort on Miami Beach at 6801 Collins Avenue. The restaurant will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.