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| Gamblin’ Man Bougainvillea's Old Florida Tavern | Every week Monday | South Miami/Kendall/South Dade | |
| Frankly we don’t mind so much the state’s recent clampdown on poker tournaments that press the boundaries of the gambling statutes with heavy buy-ins, large pots, and major pay-outs to winners. We don’t have money to burn, but we enjoy shuffling up and dealing with a gang of like-minded... More >> | |||
| Swimming Under the Stars Flamingo Park | Daily | South Beach | |
The boy playfully dunks the girl’s head under the water, holding her there until she grabs his thigh in mock distress. With her mop of curly hair drenched straight, she emerges like a mermaid. The boy’s eyes follow her entire ascent. She spits crystal-clear water at him and pauses. His olive... More >> |
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| Lowbrow Pop Art Basel events ArtCenter/South Florida Gallery | Sat., December 6 | South Beach | |
If the names Mothra, Rodan, Anguirus, Kumonga, Kamacuras, and Gabara ring a bell, then youre in for a treat. If not, dont worry these are not variations of exotic STDs. They are the names of atomic-age kaiju monsters typical of the radioactive Godzilla movies that... More >> |
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| Galeria del Barrio Galeria del Barrio truck | Sat., December 6, 10:00am-7:00pm | Miami/Central Dade | |
Wynwood during Art Basel is full of stuck-up, black-clothed, beret-wearing, street-thronging, tourist-without-a-map-lookin art mongers. We bet they feel like Vikings in undiscovered territory, but the fact is Wynwood is a vibrant and historic community of about 15,000 residents who were... More >> |
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| Art Basel = Free Booze Gibson Showroom | Thu., December 4, 10:00pm | Miami/Central Dade | |
We know there's a percentage of visiting Art Baselites who legitimately are here for art, who care deeply about catching the hottest events so they can lay their hungry eyes on the exhibits right as they open. We're feeling generous, so well guesstimate that elite group of bona-fide art... More >> |
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| Greater Miami Dog Club Show Fair Expo Center | Sat., December 6, 7:00am-5:00pm | Miami/Central Dade | |
Your unassuming pooch is nothing short of beautiful after a trip to the groomer, but for the most part, hes a regular dude that likes to keep the primping to a minimum. No pink bows, no fancy shirts just a little flea bath every now and then. But the canines at this weekends... More >> |
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| Festival of the Trees 801 Brickell Ave. | Daily from Tue., December 2 until Tue., December 23 | Miami/Central Dade | |
You though it was freaky when you walked into your wacky Aunt Mistys home and spied an all-white aluminum Christmas tree. It was decked out in twinkling lights and metallic bulbs like any other pine, but the way that thing glowed after dark was a sight to see. Ever since that traumatic... More >> |
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| '80s and Retro Night The Townhouse Hotel | Every week Friday | South Beach | |
| If you want to feel like a virgin, venture to the Rooftop Lounge at the Townhouse Hotel on a Friday night. (Of course we are referring to the Madonna song, not your prom night, silly.) Beginning at 8:00, the DJ drops ’80s and retro hits while partygoers lounge on beds and buzz around the bar.... More >> | |||
| Amazing Sundays Nikki Beach | Every week Sunday | South Beach | |
We are happy to spend our Sundays in our pajamas, drinking coffee, and reading the New York Times with our honey. That is until he starts nudging us with his toe while making that pouty-lip face and murmuring pancakes. Since he knows we reserve our spatula usage for bedroom spankings, we are... More >> |
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| Arch Creek Ghost Tour Arch Creek Park | Daily | North Beaches | |
| After years of living in fear, youve finally come to terms with the fact that the boogeyman doesnt exist and that the only things that go bump in the night are horny folks. But dont let your newfound maturity ruin all the fun. You can still believe that after dark, ghosts take... More >> | |||
| Aromas of Havana Cigars and Lounge Aromas of Havana Cigars and Lounge | Daily | North Beaches | |
| Aromas of Havana Cigars and Lounge is decorated in comfortingly dark wood and wicker, and features a dazzling array of cigars. From purple-label Bahamian Graycliffs to Nicaraguan Padróns, they are here for your smoking pleasure. The beautiful three-month-old business is owned by Paul... More >> | |||
| Bahia Chill Four Seasons Hotel | Every week Friday | Miami/Central Dade | |
It is possible to have too much of a good thing. Here in Miami, all of that sun will damage your skin, the heat can leave embarrassing sweat stains, and the salt water will wreak havoc on your hair. Luckily a brief reprieve is granted every year during fall and winter. While most people in... More >> |
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| Be a Vidal Sassoon Hair Model Vidal Sassoon Miami Education Center | Daily | South Beach | |
| Getting your hair done at a luxe salon feels refreshing to the spirit but distressing to the pocket. Now the adventuresome can sport chic styles for a fraction of the price by standing in as hair models at the Vidal Sassoon Miami Education Center. This establishment has been called the Harvard... More >> | |||
| Beat Traffic Soya & Pomodoro | Every week Friday, 4:00pm-7:00pm | Miami/Central Dade | |
| It seems like every bar, restaurant, and corner store offers a happy hour. But few realize that overcooked hot wings and watered-down drinks do not a happy hour make. As a matter of fact, just thinking about that crap makes us kinda sad. But one of our favorite downtown restaurants, Soya y... More >> | |||
| Bingo Night at The Standard The Standard Hotel | Every week Sunday | South Beach | |
There is an episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm in which Larry David visits his dad in a nursing home and joins him for a game of bingo. Larry quickly fills his card and shouts an exuberant, nearly in-your-face “Bingoooooo!” But when his card is checked, the caller says she never called one of his... More >> |
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| Bowling in Miami Lucky Strike |
Mon., December 1 more dates/times |
South Beach | |
In the years since Don Carters Kendall Lanes closed, youve been in a gutter of grief. Your bowling shoes have a layer of dust on them and your ball has lost its gleam. Since then, the closest youve been to knocking down pins is the virtual alley of your Nintendo Wii.
The... More >> |
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| Basel Begins Charest-Weinberg Gallery |
Tue., December 2 more dates/times |
Miami/Central Dade | |
If you want to get an early leg up before Art Basel-phrenia addles your eyes, how about a dose of fresh French-Canadian roadkill to get the spirits in gear?
Marc Seguin has left his snowbound haunts in the rearview mirror and brought his art to the Big Mango, hoping to stop you dead in your... More >> |
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| Cosplay Sushi Samba | Every week Tuesday | South Beach | |
In our schlubby American jeans-and-T-shirt society, ornately dressed and made-up Japanese Harajuku girls look like beautiful aliens. However, they (along with Gwen Stefani) know something we don’t: Dressing up is so much fun it shouldn’t be relegated to one night in October. Fashionistas can... More >> |
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| Cupcake Bingo Nights Sweetcakes Edibles | Every week Wednesday | North Dade | |
All hail the mighty cupcake. Theres no baked dessert thats more evocative of childhood innocence. Cupcakes take you back to the days of bruised knees and bake sales. Barbie Roqueta, owner of Sweetcakes Edibles, totally gets it. Her adorable little uptown bakery features 10 different... More >> |
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| Da Show Flavour | First Tuesday of every month | Coconut Grove/Key Biscayne | |
An MC walks onto the dramatically lit stage. His anxiety is palpable, as is the anticipation in the club. Audience members are hoping this cat will give them a show worth a two-step. He is hoping he doesnt fudge the second verse in front of the crowd, which is full of local music industry... More >> |
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| Drink of the Week: Asian Margarita Vix | Daily | South Beach | |
While recently indulging in a pedicure, I spoke with the aesthetician about one of our favorite topics: libations. We discussed our love of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc (try the 2005 White Haven -- it is heavenly), dry ciders, and cocktails. She then suggested I sample the new bar menu at Vix in... More >> |
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| Drink of the Week: Chili Passion Setai Hotel | Daily | South Beach | |
Is there enough room in this town for two spicy passion fruit cocktails? When we wandered into the Setai to sample the chic hotel’s signature drink, Billy the bartender immediately said, “Chili Passion.” Huh, that’s funny. We just had one of those last week at the Sagamore. “Well, they stole it... More >> |
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| Drink of the Week: Mandarin Martini M-Bar | Daily | Miami/Central Dade | |
My mother is concerned I am taking this drink-of-the-week gig too seriously. “Do you have to go out drinking every week?” she asked. “Isn’t that too much?” It’s a tough job, Mom. Maybe I shouldn’t tell you that this week I went to M-Bar at the Mandarin Oriental (500 Brickell Key Dr., Miami), a... More >> |
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| Drink of the Week: Mojito Berries | Daily | Coconut Grove/Key Biscayne | |
You can walk into almost any bar in this town and get a mojito. The Cuban mint julep -- made with mint leaves muddled with lime juice and sugar, shaken with light rum, and topped off with club soda -- was Colin Farrell’s drink of choice in this summer’s big-screen disappointment, Miami Vice.... More >> |
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| Drink of the Week: Quattrino Quattro Gastronomia Italiana | Daily | South Beach | |
When we first walked into Quattro Gastronomia Italiana, we were mesmerized by the stylish bar located in the back of the restaurant. The gleaming mirrors and glass, and the slick black counter and leather chairs had the right amount of swank without being pretentious. As we sat down, our... More >> |
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