Miami Beach Itinerary for June 11-14 2009
This weekend is crazy as a June Bug! We hope you’re ready for nonstop action from June 11-14 as the Powerboat Champions roar into the record books just off shore at Haulover Park. Bring sunscreen, earplugs and plenty of friends.
The Art World gathers Downtown and also on Lincoln Road to celebrate the opening of a cool graphic arts exhibit that’s an update on those Pam Grier blaxploitation classics of the 70s. Renegades of Funk like the Spam AllStars will keep the weekend rocking all night long as Jazid celebrates it’s 13th Anniversary Street Party and then Stephan Luke takes over for the 5th Birthday of nightspot SET on Lincoln Road.
Music, Art, Fast Boats and Bikinis will make this a weekend to remember! Get ready to celebrate in the city we love best…
Thursday June 11
Breakfast
Mattarello / 1450 Washington Avenue / Best friends Massimiliano Guerri and Grace Messick join forces to create one of our favorite Italian cafes featuring Florentine classics all day and pastries tarts, cookies and freshly baked breads to make your morning just a little bit sweeter. The doors open at 7am so early birds can have their pick of the still-warm treats!
Lunch
Table 8 / 1458 Ocean Drive / Enjoy world class cuisine at a reasonable prix fixe $20 per person at Govind Armstrong’s recession beating lunchtime oasis. If you’re visiting South Beach and want to sample the best cuisine without busting your budget, stop by and see what’s on the set menu. Armstrong is also serving his full 8 Ounce Burger Bar fare at the Z Ocean Hotel now too!
Afternoon Action
Miami Art Museum / 101 West FlaglerStreet / Miami’s favorite cultural institution brings the sexy back to Thursdays with it’s summer series kickoff from 6:30-8pm with a free open bar and a chance to meet other smarties on the prowl. An architectural documentary on the photos of Julius Schulman follows.
Cocktails
Clevelander Hotel / 1020 Ocean Drive / If you didn’t get enough of the Kardashians at the opening events for this fun house on Ocean Drive, head over there today to see the look alike contest where some lucky drag queen will take top honors and $1000 for “Keeping up with the Kardashians” in full hair and makeup. Khloe K. judges the event as part of the filming for her E! TV reality series.
Dinner
Eos / 485 Brickell Avenue / Hit the new restaurant at the Viceroy Hotel tonight to experience a new dawn. Chef Michael Psilakis and Donatella Arpaia join forces to create an upscale Greek restaurant on the 15th floor featuring quirky Kelly Wearstler designs and a mezze menu of small plates you can mix and match for a wonderful meal.
Nightlife
Louis / 2325 Collins Avenue / All eyes on the thighs tonight as Louis hosts the Gansevoort’s hot runway show for Inca Swimwear Summer and Cruise collections. See sexy models strut their stuff in skimpy lycra creations while DJ Chicco Secci spins. Drinks are free from 11-midnight!
Friday June 12
Breakfast
Half Moon Empanadas / 1616 Washington Avenue / A huge selection of pocket pastries awaits you this morning at this cozy South Beach cafe were empanadas arefilled with bothsweet and savory fillings. Argentina is famous for it’s super soccer, it’s friendly population and these delicious and handy treats to eat in or take with you for an alfresco start to the day.
Lunch
Chef Allen’s / 19088 NE 29 Avenue / We are loving the “Chef for a Day” program Fridays in June where legendary Mango Gang Toque Allen Susser shows us all how he works his magic from 6-7pm. Start with a delicious late lunch next door at Pizza Roma and then repair to the demonstration kitchen to see how to recreate your favorite dishes at home.
Evening Action
James L Knight Center / 400 SE Second Avenue/ Head Downtown tonight for a soothing evening of sultry R&B featuring Charlie Wilson and Johnny Gill at the J L Knight Center starting at 8pm. Wilson fronted the Gap Band and Gill replaced Bobby Brown in New Edition in 1988, scored 2 duet hits with Stacy Lattisaw, and sold a million solo albums in the early 90s.
Cocktails
SFAC / 800 Lincoln Road / Join art enthusiasts at the South Florida Art Center opening celebration of “Freedom Fighters,” an exhibit of 12 original posters that riff on Blaxploitation films of the 1970s and the contributions of iconic African Americans like Harriet Tubman and Nat Turner. Drink, chat and mingle from 7-10pm at the Lincoln Mall gallery.
Dinner
Smith & Wollensky / 1 Washington Avenue / The full renovation of South Pointe Park is definitely worth a looksee this afternoon. After you stroll the newly landscaped area, stop into this popular steakhouse to sample the Summer Lobster Special featuring a 2.5 pounder straight outta Maine for just $39.
Nightlife
Mansion / 1235 Washington Avenue/ Party tonight with Dirt Nasty, Andre Legacy and Andy Milonakis who join DJ Ideal at his weekly “We Rock Hip Hop” event. The party starts at 11pm and keeps thumping until 5am.
Saturday June 13
Breakfast
Lummus Park / Ocean Drive / Chug a power smoothie and hit the beach at 9am for the SHAPE Magazine Bikini Body Challenge! This all-day event features some smoking toned and tanned ladies working out in the red hot sun seeking optimal fitness. Classes are available for anyone interested in smoothing out their booties and firming up their pecs. Sign up @ shapeonline.com
Lunch
1 Bleu View Bar / 10295 Collins Avenue / Want the best seat in the house for today’s powerboat challenge? Grab a table on the terrace at the Regent Hotel and let super chef Mark Militello serve you his gourmet cuisine while you work on your tan and cheer some of the world’s top racers on their way into the record books. We like the pastas and risottos best but even a few appetizers and a cocktail will make you feel like a player at this swank Bal Harbour property.
Afternoon Action
Haulover Marina / 10800 Collins Avenue / This weekend brings back memories of Don Johnson and Miami Vice with the roar of million dollar Powerboat engines at the Offshore Powerboat Challenge Saturday through Monday at Haulover Park. Events kick off at 9am with timed sprints to Bimini and back (last year’s record was 1 hour and 44 seconds!) plus the exciting Thunderboat Poker Run! More info @ siboffshore.com
Cocktails
Jazid / 1342 Washington Avenue / Celebrating their Lucky 13th Anniversary, this top-flight venue for live music on South Beach brings Locos Por Juana, Bachaco, Spam All Stars, Suenalo and more to the stage and the street! Bands will perform inside and out on the sidewalk so everyone can get into the party spirit starting at 7pm.
Dinner
Wish / 801 Collins Avenue / A testament to second acts, the new culinary team at Wish brings back the glory days of this lovely restaurant with a special three-course fixed price menu created by Executive Chef Marco Ferraro. After a dazzling night of delicious food, check out the view from the rooftop Spire Lounge and toast to another beautiful evening in Miami Beach!
Nightlife
SPACE / 34 NE 11 Street / Party all night on the Terrace with a huge roster of hot DJs including Patrick M, Louis Puig, Lazardi, Lou Flores, and Omar Diaz who spin for their hardcore fans from 11pm until 2pm Sunday afternoon. Don’t forget your sunglasses!
Sunday June 14
Brunch
Setai / 2001 Collins Avenue / The only thing more beautiful than Jazz Singer Nicole Henry is her soothing voice on a Sunday morning as you tuck into a delicious brunch paired with unlimited Tattinger Champagne, Brut Prestige and Bloody Marys at the loveliest hotel in South Beach. Guests can enjoy this elegant escape from 11:30am-3pm.
Afternoon Action
Seraphic Fire / 1620 Drexel Avenue / The Miami Beach Community Church rings withthe voices of angels today at 4pm as the Miami Chamber Choir Seraphic Fire takes the stage to perform “Precious Lord, Take My Hand.” This group of international professional singers merges African American spirituals with bluegrass and gospel to create a unique sound that charms audiences of all faiths.
Cocktails
Jazid / 1342 Washington Avenue / Sunday Reggae Sunday makes Lance O our favorite host for Kulcha Shok music night featuring $4 kamikazes and lemon drops and $6 Red Stripes and Guinness.
Dinner
i Corsini / 560 Washington Avenue / One of the most romantic garden dining spots invites you to sample their culinary tribute to all things Italian at this special three-course dinner showcasing the cuisine of Chef Beppe Galazzi who treats guests to his greatest works between 6-8pm. The chef’s choice service includes a glass of house wine and a chance to cuddle on the terrace with someone you love.
Nightlife
SET / 320 Lincoln Road / Celebrating 5 years of sonic domination, Stephan Luke kicks off the party with an Anniversary Soundtrack at SET. Sundance Sundays have captured the South Beach Scene since 2004 as Luke brings each weekend to an electronic crescendo at his popular dance parties. Come blow out the candles with all the usual suspects tonight.
Have a great weekend!
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