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Month: March 2017

Now here’s something totally different to do in Miami, and “of the place” – a day of shark tagging, working as a “Citizen Scientist” side by side a world renowned shark research team from the Rosenstiel School of Marine Science at the University of Miami (UMP).
The popularity of tacos in the US is truly a phenomenon. I’d go so far as to say they have taken the place alongside burgers and pizza as America’s favorite comfort foods, elbowing out fried chicken in the top three spots. Most taco places though are not places you want to linger – they are pretty basic in the décor and “experience” departments. Not so with new entry Tacology in Brickell City Center Centre, close to the soon to open Cinemax. We went there on a Wednesday night and the 205 seat restaurant was packed, and diners were loving it. Think modern street market with colorful painted plank tables and floors and high ceilings with self-contained sections for tacos, ceviche, desserts and a bar. It's well worth a visit -- delicious food, buzzy, and fun.
Looking for a handbag that’s perfect for resort wear – something that is light, chic, and won’t break the bank so you can buy it in more than one color? Not surprisingly I found it at a PopUp shop at a Mykonos party at Villa Azur restaurant.
Been thinking about going to Cuba on your own? It’s easier than you think, wonderful, and everyone couldn’t have been friendlier. Just back from five days and already thinking about a return trip. It’s a good idea to go now before what is sure to be, as one of the tour guides said, an “avalanche” of tourists. Here are my tips if you’re planning to go:
Eating news this month features new restaurants to watch for, great ladies' night deal, new Greek dining options, dining promo at always delicious spot SUGARCANE, and last but certainly not least, a review of new Brickell eatery and entertainment spot, Level 1 Miami. Part 1 in a two part series.
Karen's Kudos this month brings the first Miami meditation center, a to die for high fashion boutique for men and women from Florence, place to shop where designer discounts begin at 70%, exhibit of 21 Israeli artists called "Wonder Woman", and a rare visit to South Florida by Doctors without Borders on March 28 and 30. You won't want to miss these hot tickets:
Quality Meats Miami is one of my preferred places for a special occasion. As you know, when the top chef changes, it could be a bad thing or a good thing, even when a restaurant is part of a leading management group which tends to have more quality control than independents. So when I got word about a new Executive Chef Daniel Ganem on the scene, off I went to the Miami Beach steakhouse to check it out. For Ganem, this new position represents a return to his Miami roots where he has worked at Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink, BLT Steak, Bourbon Steak and Aqua.
VB from Rome is a wonderful new addition to Miami men's boutiques. The clothes remind me of the casual sartorial elegance of George Clooney, international sophisticates, and top art gallerists. And better yet, the price tags are mostly three figures.
Been wanting to go to Mykonos to check out the legendary party scene, globally renowned DJs, and the new post modern Greek cuisine? Here's your chance -- for one day only, brunch and dinner, on March 12.
If, like me, you love donuts you will not, I repeat, will not want to miss the second annual festival devoted exclusively to one of America’s favorite sweets on March 30th. Called Donuts!2017, it’s South Florida’s only donut festival and was a sellout last year.