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Miami Herald
3 days ago
Miami

After 26 years, this Miami Beach restaurant with the 'best cakes in America' is closed

The iconic Icebox Cafe in Miami Beach, famous for its cakes blessed by Oprah Winfrey, has permanently closed after over two decades of operation. [ more ]
Miami Herald
3 days ago
Miami

Traffic alert: Interstate 95 and I-195 rollovers create backups into Miami, Miami Beach

Avoid Interstate 95 southbound due to rollover crashes causing traffic congestion into Miami Beach and downtown Miami. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 week ago
Miami

This food festival in Miami Beach celebrates Creole cuisine from all over the world

Celebration of Creole cuisine and culture in Miami Beach with a diverse culinary showcase.
Platform created at the Creole Food Festival for chefs of color to showcase their talent and gain recognition. [ more ]
Miami Herald
2 weeks ago
Miami

This restaurant from Miami Beach's Prime group has closed. Here's what will replace it

Prime Fish, a popular upscale seafood restaurant in Miami Beach, has closed after a decade of operation.
Myles Chefetz, owner of the Myles Restaurant Group, decided to bring in a fresh dining concept to South of Fifth neighborhood. [ more ]
Miami Herald
3 weeks ago
Miami

A South Beach Burger King site meets a prize-winning architect. See what's coming

A real estate developer plans to replace a Burger King with a boutique office building in Miami Beach.
The new office building is designed to cater to the wealth moving into the region. [ more ]
Miami Herald
3 weeks ago
Miami

After successful spring break crackdown, Miami Beach city manager says she's resigning

Alina Hudak resigns as Miami Beach City Manager after successful efforts to change spring break scene
Hudak was the first woman to run the city and played a key role in implementing measures for a calmer spring break. [ more ]
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NYC real estate
New York Post
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Billionaire Barry Diller, husband of Diane von Furstenberg, breaks record with $45M Miami plot purchase

Billionaire Barry Diller purchased a $45 million plot in Miami Beach, setting a new record for the area. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
NYC real estate

A Miami Beach penthouse is poised to sell for more than $120M - and will break an area sales record

A penthouse in Miami Beach is in contract for over $120 million, potentially setting a new record as the most expensive condominium sold in the area.
Real estate market in Miami experiencing surge as wealthy individuals invest in luxury properties. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC real estate

This glam Miami Beach condo will soon list for sale - for a cool $48M

A luxury condo in Miami Beach is going on the market for $48 million.
The condo is located in the Apogee South Beach tower and was created by combining two apartments. [ more ]
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Miami Herald
3 weeks ago
Miami

Where would you live? Here's how far $2,900 a month takes you in Miami Beach

Miami-Dade County typical rent is $2,902/month
Miami Beach is a popular destination for renters globally [ more ]
Miami Herald
3 weeks ago
Miami

What did agents find when they raided Diddy's mansion? Where is the mogul? What to know

Federal agents raided Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Star Island mansion in Miami Beach amid a sex-trafficking investigation.
Diddy's entourage members were detained during the raids, with questions raised about his involvement in criminal activities. [ more ]
Design
designboom | architecture & design magazine
3 weeks ago
Design

take a first look inside peter marino's oceanfront homes on miami beach

Historic hotel The Raleigh undergoing modern makeover led by architect Peter Marino
Development project includes restoration of historic hotel and new construction of contemporary residential tower [ more ]
www.theartnewspaper.com
4 months ago
Design

The Week in Art Podcast | Art Basel in Miami Beach: big sales, little politics

Art Basel in Miami Beach is the final major art market event of the year.
The National Museum of Contemporary Art in Athens is hosting a months-long program featuring work by women artists. [ more ]
Dezeen
10 months ago
Design

Zaha Hadid Architects to replace collapsed Surfside condo in Miami

UK studio Zaha Hadid Architects has unveiled designs for a luxury condominium with a glass-bottomed swimming pool in Surfside, Florida, on the site of a structure that collapsed in 2021.Zaha Hadid Architects unveiled two possible designs for the site, commissioned by developer DAMAC International, which purchased the land in 2022.
Dezeen
10 months ago
Design

Five residential projects designed by luxury car companies

Luxury car brands including Bentley, Bugatti, Aston Martin and Porsche are making the move into high-end homes.Here are five houses and skyscrapers designed by car companies.Last month Bugatti unveiled its first residential development in Dubai.The tower is the latest foray into real estate by luxury car brands, which are now developing numerous high-end apartments and houses.
Dezeen
10 months ago
Design

Bugatti unveils design for first residential skyscraper

Luxury car manufacturer Bugatti has revealed the designs for its first foray into residential real estate - a 42-storey skyscraper in Dubai that will have two garage-to-penthouse car lifts.Developed in partnership with Dubai-developer Binghatti, the Bugatti Residences will be the first residential building branded with the car manufacturer's name.
Dezeen
1 year ago
Design

This week we revealed Bentley's drive-in skyscraper

This week on Dezeen, we revealed footage of a 61-storey skyscraper set to be built in Miami Beach that will contain a car lift so that residents can drive into apartments on all of its levels.Created by Sieger Suarez Architects, Dezer Development and car brand Bentley, the 228-metre-high skyscraper will be built around a car elevator named the "Dezervator".
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Miami Herald
4 weeks ago
Miami

DeSantis signs bill that makes demolishing historic Florida buildings easier

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed bill threatening Miami's Art Deco architecture preservation.
Bill exempts specific areas but potentially impacts buildings in Miami Beach like the Faena hotel. [ more ]
Miami Herald
4 weeks ago
Miami

Nearly $2 million in luxury Hermes handbags swiped from Miami Beach store. How it happened

Luxury handbags worth $2 million stolen from Miami Beach store
One suspect arrested and facing charges of burglary and grand theft [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Miami Beach spring break data show dip in arrests from last year - and no shootings

There was a significant law enforcement presence during the spring break weekend in Miami Beach.
Despite efforts to discourage spring breakers, crowds were smaller and calmer compared to previous years. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Miami Beach nightclubs challenge city's midnight spring break curfew in court

Miami Beach nightclubs challenge midnight curfew
Legal battle over Miami Beach curfew [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Take a look at Miami Beach's spring break as a midnight curfew looms

Spring break crowds in Miami Beach are growing despite a midnight curfew announcement.
Safety measures include parking closures, beach entrance closures, license-plate readers, and a DUI checkpoint. [ more ]
Sun Sentinel
1 month ago
Miami

Miami Beach imposes a midnight spring break curfew starting Friday night

Miami Beach imposes midnight curfew due to spring break crowds and shootings.
Curfew applies to South Beach entertainment district, requiring immediate street evacuation. [ more ]
Eater Miami
11 months ago
Miami food

Here Are All the Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Miami for 2023

The Michelin dining guide has officially announced its award winners for the second edition of its Florida Michelin Guide.Like last year, the list of places that took home the coveted star awards are comprised predominately of expensive, upscale, Eurocentric South Florida restaurants.This Michelin Guide partners with Visit Florida, the state's official tourism board, for the Sunshine State's guide.
Food & Beverage Magazine
11 months ago
Food & drink

FORMULA ONE MIAMI DINING GUIDE

Pura Vida is a South Florida-based all-day cafe founded by husband-wife team, Omer and Jennifer Horev.The health-focused eatery provides an extensive menu featuring a range of raw, organic acai bowls, freshly squeezed juices, superfood smoothies, fresh salads, wraps, bowls, and more, making it the ideal grab-and-go eatery.
Eater Miami
1 year ago
Miami food

South Beach's News Cafe Reopens With New Ownership and a Tribute to Its Legacy

News Cafe, the storied South Beach restaurant, bar, and newsstand that helped spur the neighborhood's revival in the 1980s, has reopened at its original location after a pandemic-induced closure in early 2021.The newly refurbished restaurant, now operated by Vida & Estilo Restaurant Group, features an updated design and a Mediterranean-American menu that pays homage to its iconic past.
SFGATE
1 year ago
SF real estate

Weather Anchor Sam Champion Wants $1.8M for His Miami Beach Condo

Getty Images / Realtor.com"Good Morning America" weather anchor Sam Champion is forecasting a sale of his Miami Beach, FL, condo, now on the market for $1,850,000.The Emmy winner's condo is in the ICON in South Beach building, designed by architect Philippe Starck.Located in the heart of South of Fifth, the stylish 1,452-square-foot condo was recently renovated and offers high-end finishes.
Eater Miami
1 year ago
Miami food

These Are the New Restaurants Friends of Eater Miami Can't-Wait For in 2023

As we put a cap on 2022, Eater surveyed a group of friends, writers, and all-around experts for their take on the past year.We asked them six questions: from top standbys to top newcomers, from best meals to restaurants they've broken up with.All will be answered by the time we turn off the lights at the end of 2022.
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Miami Beach imposes a midnight spring break curfew starting Friday night

Midnight curfew imposed in Miami Beach during Spring Break to control crowds and maintain public safety.
City of Miami Beach also limits alcohol sales and restricts outdoor movement during curfew hours. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Miami Beach officials vote to enact limits on protests, citing pro-Palestinian events

The Miami Beach City Commission supported Mayor Meiner's proposal for protest limits unanimously.
Police are required to inform elected officials about planned protests within an hour of learning about them. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Miami Beach spring break measures are keeping crowds away. Next weekend is a bigger test

Viral video on social media influenced spring break crowd behavior in Miami Beach.
Messaging campaign with social media outreach contributed to reduced spring break disruptions. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Less spring break 'chaos' on South Beach. But also less money for businesses

Decrease in business due to spring break measures
Parking restrictions impacting employees and customers [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Is Miami Beach making up with spring break? Here's how travelers, residents feel

Miami Beach has implemented new restrictions for spring break, resulting in smaller crowds and quieter nights.
Residents have mixed reactions to the changes, with some welcoming the quieter atmosphere while others miss the economic benefits from tourism. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Take a look: Spring break marches on in Miami Beach with fewer crowds, more restrictions

Spring break crowd in Miami Beach is noticeably lighter this year
Despite city's efforts to discourage spring breakers, some still visited Miami Beach [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

'Bringing the country to the city.' Cowboys rode horses on Ocean Drive during spring break

Stephen Harmon brought his horses to Miami Beach despite warnings, aiming to bring joy to residents and visitors.
Harmon believes in sharing unique experiences with people by showcasing horses in the city. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

See photos from South Beach as spring break begins during city's police crackdown

Strict measures implemented in Miami Beach for spring break
Young visitors aware of city's efforts to discourage spring break chaos [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Spring break parking closures have begun in South Beach. Are they deterring visitors?

City parking garages in Miami Beach closed for spring break weekends with increased rates.
Local residents and workers exempt from the $100 flat parking rate, causing frustration for visitors. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Bill making it easier to demolish historic Florida buildings heads to DeSantis' desk

Legislation grants developers power to demolish historic buildings near Florida's coast.
The bill exempts certain areas but still threatens Miami Beach's Art Deco architecture. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

DUI checkpoint, license plate readers are coming to Miami Beach. Here's where and when

Miami Beach ramps up enforcement for spring break with DUI checkpoint and license plate readers.
Sobriety checkpoints and license plate readers planned for multiple weekends in Miami Beach. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Miami Beach's spring break plan lets city 'mistreat people,' county commissioner says

Miami Beach's spring break crackdown criticized by Miami-Dade County Commissioner Keon Hardemon
Hardemon challenges the treatment of Black spring break visitors and questions county's financial responsibility. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

DeSantis will send troopers to Miami Beach, other cities during spring break

140 state troopers deployed to aid law enforcement agencies during spring break.
Troopers to assist with traffic control, crowd management, and security in popular spring break destinations. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Miami Beach cop recovering at home after friendly-fire shooting on Venetian Causeway

Police officer injured in friendly-fire incident on Venetian Causeway in Miami Beach.
Man involved in the incident was detained for mental health evaluation. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Miami Beach officer injured in shooting, cops say. The Venetian Causeway is blocked off

Police officer injured in shooting on Venetian Causeway
Entire bridge closed off for investigation [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Miami Beach's new spring break rules target chaos, not Black visitors | Opinion

Public safety measures in Miami Beach are not aimed at keeping out Black spring break crowds, but at addressing real violence and mob behavior.
Nearly half of the spring break arrests in Miami Beach are of individuals from Miami-Dade, highlighting the need for measures targeting local troublemakers. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

What's coming to Lincoln Road Mall in South Beach? See the new stores and restaurants

Lincoln Road in Miami Beach is adding new tenants to its lineup of shops, cafes, and galleries.
Some of the new businesses on Lincoln Road include Bel-Air Fine Art, SkinCeuticals, and Majorica, bringing a diverse array of offerings to the popular shopping street. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

An exodus at Miami Beach City Hall? Four top officials announce exits amid tensions

Rafael Paz resigned as Miami Beach City Attorney after 3 years in the role.
Parking Director Monica Beltran plans to retire, adding to recent high-ranking departures. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

How far can a city go to keep Black spring break crowds out? Miami Beach tests limits | Opinion

The Miami Beach City Commission raised public parking fees to discourage spring break crowds on two weekends in March.
The actions taken by Miami Beach city officials to deter spring break crowds were criticized as discriminatory and evoking a history of racial bias. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

'It feels surreal': This Miami favorite just won Burger Bash for the third time

Pincho Factory won the People's Choice Award at the Burger Bash
Pincho Factory competes with a new burger every year at the competition [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Miami Beach officials clarify sweeping parking closures for peak spring break weekends

City-owned parking lots and most garages south of 42nd Street will be closed during specific March weekends.
Exceptions for city residents, workers, and selected garages during these weekends. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

The beloved Greek restaurant from Mykonos opens first U.S. location in Miami Beach

The second location of Bakalo Mykonos is now open in Miami Beach with a focus on Greek classics and a retro design scheme.
The restaurant aims to be a cultural bridge connecting Miami Beach and Mykonos with a shared passion for history, architecture, authentic flavors, and joy of life. [ more ]
Miami Herald
2 months ago
Miami

Fetus remains mysteriously washes ashore on Miami Beach. Cops are looking for answers

A human fetus was discovered on Miami Beach by a beachgoer.
Investigators are waiting on a report from the medical examiner to determine the age and cause of death of the fetus. [ more ]
Sun Sentinel
2 months ago
Miami

Spring Breakers beware: Florida won't tolerate chaos of recent years, DeSantis says

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is determined to prevent chaos and violence during Spring Break in Florida
Local authorities in Miami Beach and Fort Lauderdale are working with state and federal partners to ensure a safe and controlled environment during the busy Spring Break period [ more ]
Miami Herald
2 months ago
Miami

Hotels in Florida Keys, Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale named most romantic spots in U.S.

Four luxury hotels in South Florida were named the best romantic getaways in the country by Condé Nast Traveler.
The hotels named were 1 Hotel South Beach and the W South Beach in Miami Beach, a resort in the Florida Keys, and another in Fort Lauderdale. [ more ]
Miami Food Pug
11 months ago
Miami food

Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2023 - Miami Food Pug

If you need ideas for celebrating Cinco de Mayo this Friday, you've come to the right place.We've rounded up some of the best Cinco de Mayo events and promotions in Miami all in one spot.Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Loews Coral Gables Hotels' signature restaurant and bar, Americana Kitchen.Get festive at happy hour with specialty cocktails in partnership with Cincoro Tequila, live mariachis and delicious bites by Executive Chef Ricardo Jarquin.
Eater Miami
1 year ago
Miami food

Here Are Miami's 2023 James Beard Award Semifinalists

Today the James Beard Foundation released its list of semifinalists for the 2023 Restaurant and Chef Awards.Overall, nine Miami-based restaurants, bars, and chefs made the cut.The annual award ceremony - which many call the Oscars of the culinary world - was canceled in 2020 and 2021 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Eater Chicago
1 year ago
Chicago

A Former 'Big Brother' TV Star Is Making His Restaurant Dreams a Reality

A reality TV star is bringing a new bar and restaurant specializing in Southern coastal cuisine and cocktails to River North.Lady May should open in February at 405 N. Wabash Avenue from Memphis Garrett, runner-up on Season 10 of CBS mega-hit Big Brother and CEO of Garrett Hospitality Group.The River North resturant is expected to be the first of a series of restaurants around the country from Garrett.
Eater Miami
1 year ago
Miami food

11 Hidden Gem Private Dining Rooms in South Florida

Where to dine with a group  




There's never a bad excuse to bring people together for a feast, but who wants to think up a menu or perfect space for a group celebration?Fortunately, Miami restaurants are full of good surprises, including private dining rooms designed to host memorable occasions over special food and drinks.
Miami Herald
2 months ago
Miami

Miami Beach officials want to remove a civil citation option for marijuana possession

Miami Beach is reversing its 2015 ordinance that allowed civil citations for possession of small amounts of marijuana.
Commissioners are repealing the ordinance to send a message that the city is no longer a 'party town'. [ more ]
Miami Herald
2 months ago
Miami

Miami Beach commission votes preemptively for spring break curfews, beach restrictions

Miami Beach City Commission voted to impose curfews and beach closures during spring break weekends.
The measures aim to shut down the party atmosphere and prevent violent incidents. [ more ]
SFGATE
2 months ago
SF real estate

Caroline Wozniacki and David Lee Put Miami Beach Penthouse on the Market for $42.5M

Caroline Wozniacki and David Lee have listed their Miami Beach penthouse for $42.5 million.
The penthouse is located on ultraexclusive Fisher Island and features 7,000 square feet of living space, skyline views, and luxury amenities. [ more ]
SFGATE
10 months ago
SF real estate

A Bargain for Bennifer? J. Lo and Ben Affleck Reportedly Snag $135M Beverly Hills Estate for $60.8M

Getty Images / Realtor.comAfter a whirlwind courtship-rekindled after two decades-plus two weddings and many real estate rumors, it seems celebrity couple Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez might finally have found their forever home.According to TMZ, the duo recently landed an ultramansion in Beverly Hills.
SFGATE
1 year ago
SF real estate

Skier Lindsey Vonn Is Racing To Sell Her Miami Beach Pad for $6M

Millo Moravski/Agence Zoom/Getty Images / Realtor.comWhoosh!That was fast.World-famous skier Lindsey Vonn seems to have tired quickly of her gated, waterfront abode in Miami Beach, FL.Vonn purchased the posh property for $4.38 million just last May with boyfriend Diego Osorio, an actor and founder of a high-end tequila brand.
SFGATE
1 year ago
SF real estate

Lil Wayne Got Money: His Miami Beach Mansion Just Sold for $22.58M

Realtor.com / Getty Images Sold!He had to slash the asking price to make it happen, but Dwayne Michael Carter Jr. (aka Lil Wayne) finally unloaded his tropical spread in Miami Beach, FL, for $22.58 million.The palatial property was initially listed last September for $29.5 million.The ask dropped to $28 million in December 2022.
Miami Herald
2 months ago
Miami

Bills threatening Miami Beach buildings are back. Opponents say history is at stake

Proposed legislation in Florida could weaken protections for historic coastal buildings, potentially leading to their demolition.
Preservationists are concerned that the language in the legislation would allow developers to strip away the unique character of tourist destinations like Miami Beach, St. Augustine, and Key West. [ more ]
Miami Herald
3 months ago
NYC food

This New York hot spot has just opened its first Florida restaurant in Miami Beach

Kissaki opens its first restaurant outside of New York in Miami Beach, featuring modern interpretations of traditional Japanese cuisine.
The restaurant offers omakase dining experiences with 10-course and 15-course menus, as well as a trolley presentation of dishes at the table. [ more ]
Miami Herald
3 months ago
NYC food

This New York hot spot has just opened its first Florida restaurant in Miami Beach

Kissaki opens its first restaurant outside of New York in Miami Beach, featuring modern interpretations of traditional Japanese cuisine.
The restaurant offers omakase dining experiences with 10-course and 15-course menus, as well as a trolley presentation of dishes at the table. [ more ]
Miami Herald
3 months ago
Miami

This New York hot spot has just opened its first Florida restaurant in Miami Beach

Kissaki opens its first restaurant outside of New York in Miami Beach, featuring modern interpretations of traditional Japanese cuisine.
The restaurant offers omakase dining experiences with 10-course and 15-course menus, as well as a trolley presentation of dishes at the table. [ more ]
Miami Herald
3 months ago
Miami

Tiny in stature, the Rev. Carol Hoffman was a giant in arts and culture

Rev. Carol Hoffman founded Arts @ St. John's in Miami Beach, bringing together people from different races and cultures.
Hoffman was a curious person who embraced Miami's diverse population and wanted to connect with people and their stories. [ more ]
Miami Herald
3 months ago
Miami

After 10 years, this Miami Beach restaurant for Korean barbecue is closing

Drunken Dragon, a popular Miami Beach restaurant, has closed after 10 years of operation.
The owners, Homecookin' Hospitality Group, plan to open a new Drunken Dragon restaurant in Broward County with 300 seats and 37 grill tables. [ more ]
Miami Herald
4 months ago
Miami

Aide to new Miami Beach mayor resigns after arrest over dispute with ex-girlfriend

An aide to Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner has resigned following his arrest on charges related to a dispute with his ex-girlfriend.
The aide, Robert Novo, had been announced as Meiner's incoming deputy chief of staff but was placed on administrative leave and resigned after his arrest. [ more ]
Miami Herald
4 months ago
Miami

Rapper Rich the Kid cuffed after walking into active bomb investigation, police say

Rapper Rich the Kid was arrested in Miami Beach after walking into an active bomb threat investigation.
He was charged with resisting an officer without violence and trespassing. [ more ]
Miami Herald
5 months ago
Miami

Yes, it's still election season. What to know ahead of Miami and Miami Beach runoffs

Election runoff in Miami and Miami Beach happening on Tuesday for commissioners and mayor.
Vote-by-mail deadline was November 9, but early voting is available.
Miami Beach runoff race is between Michael Gongora and Steven Meiner. [ more ]
www.npr.org
10 months ago
Books

Paul McCartney's photos of early Beatlemania are in a book and on display in London

Paul McCartney's new book, Eyes of the Storm, offers a rare, intimate glimpse into the life of The Beatles in 1964.
The book includes over 200 never-before-seen photos, as well as personal anecdotes and reflections from Paul McCartney himself.
Through Eyes of the Storm, Paul McCartney hopes to share a timeless story of friendship, music, and adventure that will continue to inspire generations to come. [ more ]
Eater NY
10 months ago
NYC food

James Beard Award-Winning Chef to Bring Austin's Uchi to NYC

1. Uchi, a popular sushi spot from Austin, is opening its first East Coast location in New York City.
2. Uchi’s New York City location will serve up sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese dishes, as well as a selection of craft cocktails.
3. The restaurant is slated to open this summer, giving New Yorkers a chance to experience a taste of Austin's renowned sushi scene. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
11 months ago
NYC real estate

Rosie O'Donnell Lists Her Manhattan Penthouse (as Malibu Beckons?)

Rosie O'Donnell is bidding farewell to New York City, at least for the time being.The comedian, actress and serial real estate buyer has decided to sell her last remaining Manhattan property: a sprawling penthouse in the Turtle Bay neighborhood with an immense rooftop terrace and stunning East River vistas.
therealdeal.com
1 year ago
LA real estate

Regal Cinemas to Close 39 U.S. Theaters Following Bankruptcy

A photo illustration of Cineworld's CEO Mooky Moshe Greidinger (Getty) The silver screens at dozens of Regal Cinemas across the nation will go dark soon.The Tennessee-based movie chain, the second largest in the U.S., will close 39 theaters from Los Angeles to New York to Miami after its parent company in the U.K. declared bankruptcy, Variety reported, citing legal filings.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
NYC music

Joyce Bryant, Sensual Singer Who Changed Course, Dies at 95

Joyce Bryant, a sultry singer of the 1940s and '50s who broke racial barriers in nightclubs and raised the hackles of radio censors before setting aside her show business career in favor of missionary work, then reinventing herself as a classical and opera singer, died on Nov. 20 in Los Angeles, at the home of her niece and longtime caregiver, Robyn LaBeaud.
www.housingwire.com
10 months ago
Real estate

Home prices accelerated in March even as mortgage rates climbed

Low housing inventory and still-strong demand kept prices high in March, according to the latest according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Home Price Index, released Tuesday.The annual growth rate in March 2023 was up 0.7%.On a month-over-month basis, the index was up 1.3% before seasonal adjustment.
www.amny.com
11 months ago
Marketing

What to know about Twitter's new CEO Linda Yaccarino | amNewYork

By Mae Anderson, AP Posted on May 12, 2023 FILE Twitter CEO Elon Musk, center, speaks with Linda Yaccarino, chairman of global advertising and partnerships for NBC, at the POSSIBLE marketing conference, Tuesday, April 18, 2023, in Miami Beach, Fla. Musk announced Friday, May 12, 2023, that he's hiring Yaccarino to be the new CEO of San Francisco-based Twitter, which is now called X Corp. Sign up for our amNY Sports email newsletter to get insights and game coverage for your favorite teams Elon Musk is welcoming a veteran ad executive to the helm of Twitter, the social media site the billionaire Tesla CEO had been running since he bought it last fall.
San Francisco Bay Times
11 months ago
SF LGBT

The Core - San Francisco Bay Times

By Rudy Lemcke-
The other day I was talking to a friend about a song I had heard by the band Radiohead called "Glass Eyes."The song ends with the lyrics:
"And the path trails off And heads down a mountain Through the dry bush, I don't know where it leads I don't really care
I feel this love to the core I feel this love to the core"
I said to my friend, "How could someone write a piece of music that sounds this beautiful?
Washingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 year ago
Washington DC

4 Great Travel Deals for February - Washingtonian

Where: Hambleton Inn Bed & Breakfast, St. Michaels, Md.; 410-745-3350.What's special: Owner/innkeeper Debra Alms, and her partner, Richard P. Beavers, owner of RBCI construction company in Easton, took a neglected waterfront bed-and-breakfast and totally restored it.But the historic mid-1840's shipbuilder's home still retains a Victorian ambiance thanks to its antiques, rugs, chandeliers, and artifacts.
Coindesk
11 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin Payments App Strike Expands to More Than 65 Countries From Three

MIAMI BEACH, Florida - The Bitcoin-focused payments firm Strike is expanding its app to more than 65 countries from the current base of the U.S., El Salvador and Argentina.Strike CEO Jack Mallers made the announcement on Friday at the Bitcoin 2023 conference in Miami Beach, Florida.The Strike app uses Bitcoin and Lightning - a secondary network for cheaper and faster bitcoin transactions - to offer global payment and remittance services.
www.npr.org
11 months ago
Health

The CDC is worried about a mpox rebound and urges people to get vaccinated

A sign for monkeypox vaccinations is shown at a vaccination site in Miami Beach, Fla. Lynne Sladky/AP When the JYNNEOS vaccine for mpox rolled out last summer, health officials believed it would work.It was an educated guess, at the height of a public health emergency, based mostly on data from animal studies.
RT @JohnLegere: Can’t wait to see what you have planned @lindayacc
www.npr.org
11 months ago
Tech industry

Elon Musk picks NBC advertising executive as next Twitter CEO

Linda Yaccarino speaks at an event on Sept. 27, 2016 in New York.The former chair of global advertising and partnerships at NBCUniversal is set to become Twitter's next chief executive, succeeding owner Elon Musk.Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images Twitter owner Elon Musk announced in a tweet on Friday that Linda Yaccarino, a veteran media executive who led advertising at NBCUniversal for more than a decade, will succeed him as the platform's next CEO.
Sun Sentinel
11 months ago
Miami

Man killed, 2 women hurt in Miami Beach nightclub shooting

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) - A man was killed and two women were wounded in a shooting early Sunday at a Miami Beach nightclub, police said.Authorities began receiving reports of shots being fired just before 4 a.m. at the address for the Gala nightclub in the city's South Beach area, Miami Beach police said in a news release.
www.npr.org
11 months ago
Tech industry

Elon Musk threatens to re-assign @NPR on Twitter to 'another company'

Twitter CEO Elon Musk speaks at the "Twitter 2.0: From Conversations to Partnerships," marketing conference in Miami Beach, Florida, in April.CHANDAN KHANNA/AFP via Getty Images Elon Musk has threatened to reassign NPR's Twitter account to "another company."In a series of emails sent to this reporter, Musk suggested he would transfer the network's main account on Twitter, under the @NPR handle, to another organization or person.
Eater Miami
11 months ago
Miami food

All the Best Formula One Miami 2023 Grand Prix Viewing Parties, Dinners, and Celebrations

One of the biggest sporting events in the world is about to return to Miami for its second iteration: The Formula 1 Crypto.comMiami Grand Prix taking over Hard Rock Stadium from May 5-7, 2023.With it comes plenty of world-class dinners, events, festivals, concerts, and more, and here's a round-up of the best options.
Eater Miami
1 year ago
Miami food

Did You Miss These Five Recent Miami Restaurant Openings?

The team behind longstanding Brickell pizzeria Stanzione 87 and its sister outpost inside the Citadel food hall, Ash! Pizza, has debuted its latest pizza concept: ThoroughBread Pizza.Located across the street from the Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus in Downtown Miami, it offers pizzas for those on the go in a counter-service environment.
Miami Herald
1 year ago
Miami

Weather alert: Dense fog advisory issued for South Florida. When will it lift?

Dense fog is stretching across parts of South Florida early Monday and forecasters are asking drivers to be extra careful out on the road.National Weather Service
The National Weather Service issued a dense fog advisory Monday morning for much of South Florida.Fog has even rolled into coastal areas, including downtown Miami.
www.npr.org
11 months ago
Arts

The guy who ate a $120,000 banana in an art museum says he was just hungry

An iteration of Maurizio Cattelan's "Comedian" has previously sold for $120,000, most famously at Art Basel Miami in 2019.A college student who recently viewed the art in a Seoul museum said he ate the banana after skipping breakfast.Cindy Ord/Getty Images Installations by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan are famously provocative, but his signature work a banana taped to a wall fell prey to a basic impulse: the hunger it provoked in a South Korean college student.
www.npr.org
1 year ago
Arts

This ATM at Art Basel has a twist: It posts a picture of you with your bank balance

Brooklyn-based art collective MSCHF created an ATM that displays and ranks the cash balance of users.MSCHF What if everyone in a room knew your bank balance?A Brooklyn art collective has created an ATM that lets people put their balance on display at the Art Basel in Miami Beach.The ATM created by MSCHF puts the cash balance of those who use it on display at the art fair and ranks people by wealth.
Miami Herald
1 year ago
Miami

Crafters are making art and helping the homeless by using these everyday things

Sharing their time-consuming crocheted 'plarn' mat creations at the Senior LIFT Center are Mavis (Dols) Williams, Lindy Leftwich, and Sarah Francis.Contributing crafter not pictured is Estella Galarza.The mats will be donated to the homeless.Art comes in many forms.And it makes us all better, whether we are creating it or viewing pieces in a museum.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
US news

Read Your Way Through Miami

Image Credit...Raphaelle Macaron Miami is a city that's hard to pin down.Blame the immigrants.Blame the tourists.Blame the tech bros.To love Miami is to accept that it is, and always will be, a city in flux.You blink and the skyline changes.(Blame the developers.)Even as it grows increasingly apparent that Miami will be gobbled up by the sea, a new wave of transplants is ever en route.
Dezeen
1 year ago
Design

Pharrell Williams appointed creative director of menswear at Louis Vuitton

American producer Pharrell Williams has been named creative director of menswear at French fashion house Louis Vuitton, a position held by Virgil Abloh before his death.Louis Vuitton announced that Williams' title would be instated "effective immediately", with his first collection set to be presented in June 2023 during the menswear season at Paris Fashion Week.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
Television

Don Lemon Will Return to CNN on Wednesday After Uproar

The CNN anchor Don Lemon will return to his regular morning-show role on Wednesday, the network announced late Monday night, after an uproar over a series of comments he made on the air last week about women and aging.In a terse, 75-word memo sent at 10:37 p.m., CNN's chairman, Chris Licht, said Mr. Lemon has agreed to participate in formal training over his on-air behavior and that the network took this situation very seriously.
Eater Miami
1 year ago
Miami food

The Historic Paris Theater Is Now Home to One of Miami's Most Opulent Restaurants

The Paris Theater - the Miami landmark that has been featured in album covers and videos by artists like Madonna and Jennifer Lopez - is now home to Queen Miami Beach, an over-the-top Japanese restaurant and lounge by the Mr. Hospitality team, which also runs Baoli Miami and Marion.Interior designer Carlos Rodriguez of ModPlay Studio has reimagined the space initially built in 1945, keeping the architectural details from the era but adding elements of "over-the-top 21st-century splendor."
Eater Miami
1 year ago
Miami food

Friends of Eater Miami Share Their Saddest Restaurant Closure of 2022

As we put a cap on 2022, Eater surveyed a group of friends, writers, and all-around experts for their take on the past year.We asked them six questions: from top standbys to top newcomers, from best meals to restaurants they've broken up with.All will be answered by the time we turn off the lights at the end of 2022.
Eater Miami
1 year ago
Miami food

Newcomer Joliet Offers a Taste of New Orleans on South Beach

Get a taste of New Orleans flavor on South Beach at newcomer Joliet, the latest restaurant from Chris Hudnall and Randy Alonso of Lost Boy & Co., the team behind places like Lost Boy Co., Tropezon, and Fox's Lounge.The seafood-filled menu by chef Juan Garrido offers a variety of appetizers, entrees, and larger dishes to share.
Eater Miami
1 year ago
Miami food

Brasserie Laurel is Michael Beltran's Ode to Modern French Cuisine

Chef and restauranteur Michael Beltran has debuted his latest restaurant, Brassierie Laurel a French-focused restaurant in the newly built Miami Worldcenter Caoba residential tower in Downtown Miami.It's the latest project for his team at Ariete Hospitality Group, whose rapidly growing restaurant portfolio includes Ariete, Nave, Chug's, and the Taurus in Coconut Grove, alongside the Scapegoat in Miami Beach, and most recently, the Gibson Room on Coral Way.
Eater Miami
1 year ago
Miami food

Tambourine Room is Miami Beach's New Hidden, Tasting-Menu Only Restaurant

Nearly 65 years after the Tambourine Room first debuted in Miami Beach, the space is being reimagined and transformed into an 18-seat, tasting-menu only restaurant.Housed inside the Carillon Miami Wellness Resort, the fine dining restaurant serves a six-course tasting-menu filled with modern takes on classic French cuisine with Asian influences from Tristan Brandt, a European chef who boasts a pretty impressive resume.
therealdeal.com
1 year ago
LA real estate

Six Condo Sales Add Up to $53 Million at 8899 Beverly

Rendering of 8899 Beverly (8899 Beverly, Getty) The sale of six condos, with a combined price of $53 million, in ultra luxury building 8899 Beverly was made public last week.Townscape Partners, owner of the building at 8899 Beverly Boulevard in the West Hollywood area, declined to confirm how many residences have been sold at the 40-unit building, but word on the street said 12 residences, or around 40 percent of the building, have found buyers eight months after sales officially started.
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