La Côte – Fontainebleau’s Beach Club & Restaurant

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La Côte, Fontainebleau's Beach Club & Restaurant

Nestled between the Fontainebleau Miami Beach’s iconic pool and gorgeous panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, La Côte, which evokes the glamorous feel of the French Riviera, has been a go-to spot for locals and hotel guests looking to enjoy an al fresco lunch, delectable drinks or an early sunset supper. Now, patrons who wish to linger longer can enjoy La Côte until 9 p.m., Thursday through Saturday. Continue Reading

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The Betsy South Beach Hosts Exhibition

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The Betsy South Beach

The Betsy- South Beach will host an exhibition and book signing reception to honor the release of the Pocket Guide To Miami Architecture (W.W. Norton, $24.95) with author Judith Paine McBrien and illustrator John F. DeSalvo, on Thursday, March 8 at 8PM.  An illustration of The Betsy’s façade is included in the book and will be on display along with drawings of many other local buildings. The event is free and open to the public. Continue Reading

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Happy Hour in South Beach: Totally Tapas

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OLA Restaurant at the Sanctuary Hotel

Keeping pace with the 24/7 South Beach scene requires boundless energy and rather eclectic tastes. Some Miami Beach visitors would rather not spend hours eating a heavy dinner when popular nightclubs don’t hit full throttle until after midnight. The emphasis on lighter bites and smaller plates at the city’s top restaurants makes it easy to sample the best efforts of some of the busiest kitchens without feeling too full to dance all night. Continue Reading

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Bâoli-Vita Announces New Sommelier

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Sommelier Matias Benjamin Vergara

Miami Beach, FL – Bâoli-Vita, a much sought-after destination for Mediterranean cuisine and exciting nightlife, has appointed Matias Benjamin Vergara as its new sommelier. “Matias has a very unique and innovative approach when it comes to selecting wine,” saysBâoli-Vita General Manager Michael Ridard. “His years of experience and focus on making wine an integral part of a guest’s visit made him a clear choice for the position.” Matias brings with him over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry and has chosen a selection of wines that not only compliment the menu, but add another exciting layer to the vibrant atmosphere at Bâoli-Vita. Continue Reading

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Last of the Red Hot Lovers Opens in Miami Beach

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Last of the Red Hot Lovers in Miami Beach

Following a critically acclaimed and sold-out run at the Broward Stage Door Theatre, Neil Simon’s classic comedy, Last of the Red Hot Lovers will open at the Miami Beach Stage Door Theatre on Friday, March 9, with performances each weekend through March 25th. Continue Reading

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New Chefs at 50 Eggs Restaurant Group

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50 Eggs Restaurant Group

Miami, FL — 50 Eggs Restaurant Group welcomes two stellar additions to their culinary team, including Chef Kenny Gilbert of “Top Chef” and Chef Berenice de Araujo of Sra. Martinez and “Top Chef.”  Both chefs arrive from acclaimed restaurants in Florida, and bring years of experience, as well as innovative, exciting and delicious flavor to the table. Chef Gilbert has been enlisted as Continue Reading

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SushiSamba Miami Chef Michael Bloise

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Chef Michael Bloise SushiSamba Miami

Born to an Italian-American father and a Vietnamese mom, it’s no wonder chef Michael Bloise has so readily made the transition to Executive Chef at South Beach’s SushiSamba where the menu features a fusion of Asian and Latin American fare. “I’ve always had fun challenging myself to harmonize ingredients that are not commonplace, ” says Bloise. “I’ll continue this philosophy and now have three exciting cultures – Japan, Brazil and Peru – to further fuel my imagination.” Dining on Lincoln Road Mall has just gotten a lot more interesting. Continue Reading

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Juvia Miami Beach: Lincoln Road’s Sanctuary for the Senses

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Juvia Miami Beach

Juvia is the beautiful new 10,000 square foot indoor/outdoor restaurant and lounge located on the penthouse level of the 1111 Lincoln Road, adjacent to the architecturally-stunning Herzog & de Meuron building on South Beach. Juvia is owned and operated by celebrated restaurateurs Jonas and Alexandra Millan of Bonito restaurant in St. Barth Continue Reading

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Valentine’s Day at BLT Steak & Joey’s Italian Cafe

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BLT Steak at The Betsy

BLT Steak at The Betsy, star chef Laurent Tourondel’s South Beach outpost is offering several sensuous blackboard specials in honor of Valentine’s Day Tuesday, February 14, 2012. Guests have the option of choosing the items a la carte, or putting together a three course dinner plus Continue Reading

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Scarpetta & Hakkasan Win AAA Four Diamond Award

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Hakkasan at the Fontainebleau hotel

Fontainebleau Miami Beach’s renowned Scarpetta and authentic Cantonese restaurant Hakkasan have won the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Award.  Since opening, both restaurants have received the respected award three times. Continue Reading

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