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ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING THE REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, MAKE REFERENCE TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. THIS IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN OFFER TO SELL, OR SOLICITATION TO BUY, CONDOMINIUM UNITS TO RESIDENTS OF ANY JURISDICTION WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW, AND YOUR ELIGIBILITY FOR PURCHASE WILL DEPEND UPON YOUR STATE OF RESIDENCY. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.

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ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, MAKE REFERENCE TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. All artist’s or architectural renderings, sketches, graphic materials and photos depicted or otherwise described herein are proposed and conceptual only, and are based upon preliminary development plans, which are subject to change. This is not an offering in any state in which registration is required but in which registration requirements have not yet been met. This advertisement is not an offering. It is a solicitation of interest in the advertised property. No offering of the advertised units can be made and no deposits can be accepted, or reservations, binding or non-binding, can be made in New York until an offering plan is fled with the New York State Department of Law.


Court No. 7 at Fisher Island Racquet Club.

Introducing Palazzo Del Sol. 47 new waterfront condominium residences on celebrated Fisher Island. Where you’ll be at home on 18 tennnis courts with three different playing surfaces, including two grass courts, all of which are maintained at championship level.

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Priced from $6.5 million to $35 million. Now under construction. One Fisher Island Drive, Fisher Island, FL 33109 Designed by Kobi Karp with indoor spaces by Antrobus + Ramirez and outdoor spaces by Enzo Enea. On-site Sales Pavilion: 305 535 6071 info@palazzodelsol.com palazzodelsol.com


WHERE LUXURY MEETS LIVING

ARTIST RENDERING

sales Oral representations cannot be relied upon as correctly stating the representations of the developer. For correct representations, make reference to this advertisement and to the documents required by section 718.503, Florida statutes, to be furnished by a developer to a buyer or lessee. The sketches, renderings, graphic materials, plans, specifcations, terms, conditions and statements contained in this advertisement are proposed only, and the Developer reserves the right to modify, revise or withdraw any or all of same in its sole discretion and without prior notice. All improvements, designs and construction are subject to frst obtaining the appropriate federal, state and local permits and approvals for same. This is not an offer to sell, or solicitation of offers to buy, the condominium units in states where such offer or solicitation cannot be made. Images and renderings are all artist conceptual compositions. Created by the seventh art.

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Live an elevator ride away from the Mall at Miami Worldcenter, with three levels of luxury retail and signature restaurants, all anchored by Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s.


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FOR A PRIVATE PRESENTATION PLEASE CALL 855.853.3503

ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING THE REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, MAKE REFERENCE TO THIS BROCHURE AND TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE.




BOTANIKOWESTON.COM T 877.421.4589 EXCLUSIVE SALES & MARKETING BY TERRA REALTY, LLC

Broker participation welcome. Oral representation cannot be relied upon as correctly stating the presentation of the Developer, for correct representation, make reference to the documents required by section 718.503 Florida Statutes, to be furnished by the Developer or Buyer or Lessee. Not an offer where prohibited by State Statutes. Plans, features and amenities subject to change without notice. All illustrations are artist conceptual renderings and are subject to change without notice. This advertisement does not constitute an offer in the states of NY or NJ or any jurisdiction where prior registration or other qualification is required. Equal Housing Opportunity. All plans and renderings are conceptual and are subject to change without notice.


IMAGINE A CONTEMPORARY PARADISE – THIS IS BOTANIKO A SOPHISTICATED RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY DESIGNED BY A VISIONARY TEAM CHAD OPPENHEIM | RONEY MATEU | JEFRË




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15701 Collins Avenue Sunny Isles Beach FL 33160 T E M P O R ARY SALE S C E N T E R

17070 Collins Avenue #265 Sunny Isles Beach FL 33160

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The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Sunny Isles Beach are not owned, developed or sold by The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., or its affiliates (“Ritz-Carlton�). Sunny Isles Property Venture, LLC uses The Ritz-Carlton marks under a license from Ritz-Carlton, which has not confirmed the accuracy of any of the statements or representations made herein.


Oral representations cannot be relied upon as correctly stating representations of the Developer. For correct representations, make reference to the documents required by Section 718.503, Florida Statutes, to be furnished by a seller to a buyer or lessee. The Developer is Sunny Isles Property Venture, LLC which has a right to use the marks and logos of Fortune International Group and Chateau Group. This is not intended to be an offer to sell, or solicitation to buy, condominium units to residents of any jurisdiction where prohibited by law, and your eligibility for purchase will depend upon your state of residency.


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Phone: 305 521 1468 We welcome your visit to the sales gallery at 700 Brickell Avenue, Miami, Florida

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ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING THE REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, REFERENCE SHOULD BE MADE TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. THIS OFFERING IS MADE ONLY BY THE PROSPECTUS FOR THE CONDOMINIUM AND NO STATEMENT SHOULD BE RELIED UPON IF NOT MADE IN THE PROSPECTUS. THIS IS NOT AN OFFER TO SELL, OR SOLICITATION OF OFFERS TO BUY, THE CONDOMINIUM UNITS IN STATES WHERE SUCH OFFER OR SOLICITATION CANNOT BE MADE. PRICES, PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.


ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING THE REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, MAKE REFERENCE TO THIS BROCHURE AND TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE.

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ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING THE REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, REFERENCE SHOULD BE MADE TO A PURCHASE CONTRACT AND THE OTHER DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. THIS IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN OFFER TO SELL CONDOMINIUM UNITS IN ANY STATE WHERE PROHIBITED BY LOCAL LAW AND YOUR ELIGIBILITY FOR PURCHASE WILL DEPEND UPON YOUR STATE OF RESIDENCY. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.


AT H O M E W I T H N AT U R E wake up t o 600 feet o f beachf ro nt 1 Hotel & H omes b r in g s t og et h er su st a i n a b l e l i vi n g an d lux u r y w it h f ou r p ools - in clu d i n g a r ooftop pool a n d lou n g e, a sp ect a cu la r 1 4 ,0 0 0 s qu ar e foot sp a a n d g y m, a n d t h r ee g r e a t n e w r esta u r a n t s b y Tom C olicch io.

O N E TO T HREE BED RO OM S AN D PEN T H O US E S AVAIL ABL E FOR PURCH A S E N OW.

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JADE SIGNATURE, A RESIDENCE ENVISIONED BY MASTERS OF DESIGN. A unique collaboration between Pritzker Architecture Prize Winners Herzog & de Meuron, world-renowned interior designers PYR, led by Pierre-Yves Rochon, celebrated landscape architect, Raymond Jungles, and developed by Fortune International Group.

Developed by

FORTUNE DEVELOPMENT SALES Sales Center: 17070 Collins Avenue, Suite 250, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 T 786 837 0007 www.jadesignature.com Residences starting at $3 million.


Oral representations cannot be relied upon as correctly stating representations of the developer. For correct representations, make reference to the documents required by section 718.503, Florida Statutes, to be furnished by a developer to a buyer or lessee. Project is being developed by Sunny Isles Beach Associates, LLC. Which has a right to use the trademark name and logo of Fortune International Group Corp.. Features, illustrations, graphics and depictions are conceptual and preliminary only and are for convenience of reference. Developer expressly reserves the right to make modifications, revisions and changes it deems desirable in its sole and absolute discretion without notice. This is not intended to be an offer to sell, or solicitation to buy, in any jurisdiction where prohibited by law. Architect of Record – ADD Inc. Creative Agency:


DE SIGNED BY WORLD LE A DING A RCHITEC T MICH A EL GR AV E S

M YOW N P R I VAT E S E R V I C E S . M YO W N P R I VAT E A M E N I T I E S . M YOW N P R I VAT E S K Y B E AC H .

LUXURY S TUDIOS , ONE , T WO & THREE BEDROOMS FROM THE $ 400’ S AL SO AVAIL ABLE , CONDOMINIUM RE SIDENCE S

NEW ON-SITE SALES GALLERY: 551 NORTH FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH BOULEVARD, FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, USA 888 904 6562 | THEOCEANFORTLAUDERDALE.COM

ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING REPRESENTATION OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, MAKE REFERENCE TO THIS BROCHURE AND TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. THE PROPERTIES OR INTEREST DESCRIBED HEREIN ARE


OW N D I F F E R E N T. 8% L EAS EBAC K PRO GRA M

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NOT REGISTERED WITH THE GOVERNMENTS OF ANY STATE OUTSIDE OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA. THIS ADVERTISEMENT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN OFFER TO ANY RESIDENTS OF NJ, CT. HI, ID, IL, OR ANY OTHER JURISDICTION WHERE PROHIBITED, UNLESS THE PROPERTY HAS BEEN REGISTERED OR EXEMPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE. CONRAD® IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF CONRAD HOSPITALITY, LLC, AN AFFILIATE OF HILTON WORLDWIDE (“HILTON” OR THE “HOTEL COMPANY”). NEITHER HILTON NOR ANY OF ITS PARTNERS OR AFFILIATES IS IN ANY WAY PARTICIPATING IN OR ENDORSING THE OFFERING DESCRIBED IN PUBLIC DISCLOSURE DOCUMENTS AND NONE OF THEM WILL RECEIVE ANY PROCEEDS FROM THE SALE OF THE CONDOMINIUM UNITS AND THE PURCHASERS OF THE CONDOMINIUM UNITS WILL NOT RECEIVE ANY INTEREST IN HILTON OR ANY OF ITS PARTNERS OR AFFILIATES. HILTON HAS NEITHER ENDORSED NOR APPROVED THE SALE OF THE CONDOMINIUM UNITS PURSUANT TO ANY PUBLIC DISCLOSURE DOCUMENTS.


WITH THE TWO RESIDENTIAL TOWERS, AMENITIES VILLA, EXPANSIVE BEACH SETTING ON 5,6 ACRES AND GARDENS THAT COMPRISE THE ESTATES AT ACQUALINA, WE ARE BUILDING UPON OUR LEGACY OF OFFERING GRACIOUS, VIBRANT OCEANFRONT LIVING UNLIKE ANY OTHER IN THE WORLD.


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Exceptional Amenities five star restaurant

award winning 12,000 square foot spa and fitness center bowling ice skating concession lounge formula 1 simulator golf simulator

The Wall Street Trader’s Club Room movie theater children’s arcade and play room billiards lounge roof top swimming pool sculptured art gardens with fountains half mile walking trail bocce court soccer field gazebos beachfront bar & grill infinity edge oceanfront swimming pool adult lap pool family pool with slides zero entry swimming pool flowrider® pool dog park

FURNITURE READY ESTATES IN THE SKY RANGE FROM 2,800 TO 13,000 SQUARE FEET PRECONSTRUCTION PRICE FROM $3.9 TO $40 MILLION

pool and beach towel & food and beverage services

SALES OFFICE LOCATED AT ACQUALINA RESORT & SPA ON THE BEACH 17875 COLLINS AVENUE, SUITE 504, SUNNY ISLES BEACH, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33160 TELEPHONE: 305-933-6666 WWW.ESTATESATACQUALINA.COM

ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING THE REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, REFERENCE SHOULD BE MADE TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. THIS OFFERING IS MADE ONLY BY THE PROSPECTUS FOR THE CONDOMINIUM AND NO STATEMENT SHOULD BE RELIED UPON IF NOT MADE IN THE PROSPECTUS. THIS IS NOT AN OFFER TO SELL, OR SOLICITATION OF OFFERS TO BUY, THE CONDOMINIUM UNITS IN STATES WHERE SUCH OFFER OR SOLICITATION CANNOT BE MADE. PRICES, PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.



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ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING THE REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, MAKE REFERENCE TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. WE ARE PLEDGED TO THE LETTER AND SPIRIT OF THE U.S. POLICY FOR ACHIEVEMENT OF EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY THROUGHOUT THE NATION. WE ENCOURAGE AND SUPPORT AN AFFIRMATIVE ADVERTISING AND MARKETING PROGRAM IN WHICH THERE ARE NO BARRIERS TO OBTAINING HOUSING BECAUSE OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, HANDICAP, FAMILIAL STATUS OR NATIONAL ORIGIN. THIS IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN OFFER TO SELL, OR SOLICITATION TO BUY, CONDOMINIUM UNITS TO RESIDENTS OF ANY JURISDICTION WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW, AND YOUR ELIGIBILITY FOR PURCHASE WILL DEPEND UPON YOUR STATE OF RESIDENCY. USE AND OPERATION OF THE HELIPAD ARE CONDITIONED UPON OBTAINING FAA AND OTHER GOVERNMENTAL APPROVALS. APPROVAL HAS NOT YET BEEN OBTAINED. NO ASSURANCE CAN BE GIVEN ABOUT WHETHER THE APPROVALS CAN BE OBTAINED, AND/OR IF SO, THE TIMING OF SAME. EQUAL HOUSING

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FRONT RUNNER The Ocean Beach Realty Company opened in Miami Beach in 1912, paving the way for the development of what is now South Beach.

Here Comes tHe Boom

A snapshot of today’s booming Miami skyline—and the cranes building it—is indicative of the city’s layered history encompassing over a century of real estate development. More than 100 years ago, one real estate firm, the Ocean Beach Realty Company, started it all and helped create the city we know today as Miami Beach. In 1911, a group of visionaries had converged around the idea that Miami Beach could be the country’s next greatest tourism destination. Land developer, businessman, and agriculturalist John S. Collins had begun developing various orchards along the Miami Beach peninsula; his son-in-law, T.J. Pancoast, relocated from New Jersey to support the developments. “Mr. Collins’s idea was to pattern it after Atlantic City, NJ, as Atlantic City at that time was the summer playground of the United States, and to make this the winter playground,” said Arthur Pancoast, Collins’s grandson, in the book The Magic of Miami Beach. “From that point on, of course, his showmanship and salesmanship took over, and the city has gradually evolved until it really is fabulous.”

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Collins quickly realized the potential for Miami Beach, and with Pancoast, and funds from two local banks headed by brothers J.N. and J.E. Lummus, began construction on the Collins Toll Bridge to connect downtown Miami to the Beach. Then, with half of the bridge completed— and out of funds—the Lummus brothers left their positions in finance for a more lucrative venture in real estate and created the Ocean Beach Realty Company, pictured here in 1912. They snapped up 605 acres of swamp land from what is today’s South of Fifth neighborhood to Lincoln Road, paying anywhere from $150 to $12,500 per acre, starting what would one day be known as South Beach. A year later, in 1913, Collins was able to complete his toll bridge, allowing residents to come to and from Miami Beach, thus launching a flurry of real estate action. Today, a multitude of real estate developers plan, build, and sell some of the world’s most sought-after projects in this oceanfront community, upholding the vision Collins, the Lummus brothers, and Ocean Beach Realty Company had for Miami Beach. OD

photography by State archiveS of florida, florida MeMory

Before anyone else was selling a dream with an ocean view, there was Ocean Beach Realty cOmpany, miami’s first full-service realtors. by chelsea harrington



FRONT RUNNER Spanish tennis star Arantxa Sánchez Vicario posing outside in South Beach’s Art Deco District during what was then known as the Lipton Championships, March 1995.

Double life

Hitting the Deco district in a pink convertible while decked in big shoulder pads isn’t something you might think to do at Wimbledon, but it proved a perfect whimsical antidote to the pressures of the court for Spanish tennis star Arantxa Sánchez Vicario, who was here in Miami in 1995 to try to win back a championship title. Miami’s laid-back subtropical environment, quaint architecture, and beach culture have become part of what makes the Miami Open, presented by Itaú, one of the most unique sporting events of the year. Miami and tennis go hand in hand, and it’s why everyone from Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova to Venus and Serena Williams, Anna Kournikova, and Sánchez Vicario, to name just a few, has taken up residence in South Florida. When acclaimed tennis pro Butch Buchholz established the event (then the Lipton International Players Championships) in 1985, little did anyone know how important and grand it would become. The prize money has since bloomed to over $10 million, making the Miami Open one of the most prestigious titles in professional tennis and unofficially the “Fifth Slam.”

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At the tournament, some of the sport’s best have not only made names for themselves but also made history. It was here in 1998 that Marcelo Ríos became the first Latin-American man to reach number one in the world after he beat Andre Agassi in the finals. And the third round of a 2004 match (renamed Nasdaq-100 Open at the time) would mark the beginning of the epic Roger Federer-Rafael Nadal rivalry. As much as fans and spectators can look forward to passion and recordbreaking moments on the court, so too can they expect casual run-ins with players at local restaurants, bars, and hotels. In the past, it wouldn’t have been surprising to bump into Pete Sampras dining beachside or Agassi catching a few rays. As the event has gotten bigger and changed names, crowds have grown to more than 300,000 and players like Williams and Andy Murray have now captured the spotlight. The one thing that remains constant in the tournament is its alluring blend, the mixing of the palm trees, sun, on-thecourt intensity, and the off-the-court carnival that is Miami. OD

photography by Clive brunskill/getty images

A 30-yeAr-long blending of An intense professionAl tennis competition And the lAid-bAck miAmi lifestyle hAs creAted An unwAvering mAtch with the miAmi open. by jordi lippe


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March 2015 76 // front runner 102 // letter from the editor-in-Chief

104 // letter from the publisher

106 // ... Without Whom

this issue Would not have been possible

108 // the list 165 // shot on site

style 111 // from Cuban to Custom made

Three generations of the Behar family steer the refned Miami-based menswear line Ike Behar.

114 // blank slate Give your accessories a powerful punch with sharp shades and cubist shapes.

118 // style spotlight The Webster partners with Eres for a South Beach-inspired capsule collection. Plus, the most exciting boutique openings in the Design District.

120 // ones to WatCh

202

Liven up your spring wardrobe with beautiful fashions in straight-from-the-garden colors and patterns. Embroidered bomber jacket ($9,600) and silk Cadi pants ($1,650), Dior. The Webster, 1220 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-7899; thewebstermiami.com

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culture 127 // speed raCer Miami plays host to the faster, sexier breed of electric vehicles with this month’s FIA Formula E Championship race.

130 // purple haze Artist Odalis Valdivieso reveals a softer side in a new exhibition at the Miami Dade County Museum of Art + Design.

photography by rene & radka at art department

The global SIHH watch fair shows what timepieces are sure to be popular in 2015.


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March 2015

152

Cris Cab has risen from Miami live-music mainstay to global artist.

130

Untitled #2, 2014, by Odalis Valdivieso is on display at the MDC Museum of Art + Design.

Sample the flavors of the Italian coast without leaving Brickell at Tamarina.

132 // Aces in spAdes

152 // homeTown guiTAR heRo

The most successful doubles team in tennis history, twin brothers Mike and Bob Bryan, aim for another win at this month’s Miami Open.

A popular local live act, Cris Cab releases his second album of Miami-inspired music.

154 // nATAlie The gReAT

136 // TAnned, ReAdy,

With new roles on TV and in flms, Miami-born actress Natalie Martinez is a star on the rise.

As Miami Beach prepares for its centennial, Mayor Philip Levine is ready to celebrate his city’s successes.

156 // humAne nATuRe

And ResTless

140 // culTuRe spoTlighT

Animal activists Laura and Jay Parker host the frst Celebrating Animals/Confronting Cruelty Miami beneft for the Humane Society.

Film, sports, music—there’s much to do in Miami this month.

142 // Then & now Nicola Siervo and Karim Masri of KNR Hospitality refect on South Beach’s past and ever-changing present.

people 149 // A FRiend To All West Palm Beach’s Tony Robbins shares the advice he gives to the world’s most powerful people in a new book.

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taste 179 // FResh sTART Restaurateurs Tunu and Yona Puri put Brickell in the mood for amore with their coastal Italian eatery, Tamarina.

182 // BeFoRe (And AFTeR) pARTy Unwind from or fuel up for the Ultra Music Festival at these restaurants and lounges in nearby Brickell and downtown.

photography by mary beth koeth (cab); courtesy of odalis valdivieso (untitled #2); gary james (food)

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March 2015

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Insurgent actress Zoë Kravitz spent her teen years in the Magic City with her dad, rocker-turned-designer Lenny Kravitz.

186 // From

mexico to miami

Cantina La Veinte chef Santiago Gomez’s scallops with poblano rice marries South of the border favors with South Florida sensibilities.

190 // taste spotlight Fans of light, quick bites have much to celebrate with a host of new Miami restaurant openings.

features 194 // a New KiNd oF Vibe Divergent star Zoë Kravitz returns to Miami to rock out and recharge before the release of her next blockbuster, Insurgent.

202 // Flower power Spring fashions are in bloom all around the Magic City.

210 // circuit city Get an insider’s view of the 24/7 jet-set lifestyle of the DJs who rule Miami clubs and global events, such as this month’s Ultra and Winter Music Festival.

218 // happy 100th aNNiVersary, miami beach From the city’s very beginnings to the glitz and glamour of today, a look back at a century of history on the Beach.

eminent domain 243 // Fort

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lauderdale risiNg

Miami’s neighbor to the north is seeing a boom in luxury high-rise residential and mixed-use construction.



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David Grutman’s Sunset Island home is both a calming oasis for A-list guests and a fun house of unconventional treasures.

March 2015 246 // It takes a VIllage Get to know all the creative hot spots in Fort Lauderdale’s Flagler Village.

248 // Forward-thInkIng SBI Realty broker Ines Flax and Melo Group’s Carlos Melo share an insider’s view on shopping preconstruction condos in Miami.

252 // golden doral Real estate scion Ivanka Trump prepares the Trump National Doral Miami for this month’s World Golf Championships.

254 // Fun house Nightlife mogul David Grutman’s Sunset Island home melds relaxing retreat with playful art and home accents.

262 // gold rush Find gilded inspiration in Thom Filicia’s interiors at Biscayne Beach.

264 // desIgn spotlIght

parting shot 296 // 1915 Versus 2015 In celebration of Miami Beach’s centennial, a look back at how things were—and how they still are.

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Zoë Kravitz Photography by Warwick Saint Styling by Jen Patryn/Art-Dept Richness evening dress, Philipp Plein ($2,695). Aventura Mall, 19575 Biscayne Blvd., 305-4662338; philipp-plein.com. Classic opal and diamond earrings, Wwake ($529). wwake.com. Illuminati Chrysoprase prism necklace ($320), ring ($280), and sterling silver Muse bangle ($295), ManiaMania. themaniamania.com. Gemstone pyramid bracelet, Eddie Borgo ($350). Scout Boutique, 403 S. Palafox St., Pensacola, 850-607-7105; shopscoutonline.com.

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Letter from the editor-in-Chief

With artist Michele Oka Doner at Niche Media’s fifth annual Women in Arts luncheon at Katsuya.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MIAMI BEACH! Yes, on March 26, 1915, Miami Beach was born. And aren’t we lucky it was. Whether you live here or are just visiting, it truly is one of the most beautiful places in America. And right now, it’s no secret that our town is hugely popular, and its star power will be showcased during a multiday fête called Miami Beach 100 Hour Centennial Celebration. Only in Miami Beach could we party for 100 straight hours, as part of a nonstop celebration featuring the world’s longest fashion runway, a concours car show, and a free oceanside concert with some of the world’s biggest names. It’s all part of a wild month that also includes the Miami Tennis Open, the World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship, Miami Beach Polo World Cup, Ultra, and Winter Music Festival. At Ocean Drive, we’re celebrating by featuring a gorgeous and talented entertainer who spent much of her formative years here—Zoë Kravitz. It was 24 years ago, in 1991, that her dad, rocker Lenny Kravitz, released the song “Flowers for Zoë” on his first top-40 album, Mama Said. As a teenager, it was one of the first (and only) CDs I owned, and I must have listened to it a thousand times. This was in the pre-Internet days,

so there was no way to look up who this “Zoë” was, but judging by the lyrics— “Flowers for Zoë, Love for Zoë, Angels and rainbows, All kinds of things you can call your own, Gardens for Zoë, And oceans for Zoë, Jungle gym playgrounds, All kinds of things for you to explore”—it was clear this was a child near and dear to his heart. Of course it was his daughter. And that daughter would grow up in Miami, attend Miami Country Day School, and, well, the rest is history. Looks like there was plenty of love, flowers, rainbows, and gardens for Zoë after all. She grew up dancing to the beat of her own drum, and this fashionistaturned-lead singer of the band Lolawolf also stars in this month’s Insurgent; then in May, watch for her in the blockbuster Mad Max: Fury Road. We’re happy to be rocking right here with her and all through the month of March. So as they say in the grand finale of “Happy Birthday”: “And many more...”

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above, from left: Honoring the Best Buddies Foundation at its annual gala, here with Ocean Drive’s hardworking office assistant, Pelayo Vigil; at the bar inside The Matador Room, celebrating the La Nuit en Rosé festival, with Leslie Wolfson and Thom Collins.



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from left: With Mayor Phillip Levine at Niche Media’s American Icons event presented by Merrill Lynch and Duke Spirits at the W South Beach; with Jacques Azoulay at La Nuit en Rosé at The Miami Beach

Edition; with Shelley Golden at a Château d’Esclans happy hour hosted by Ocean Drive and La Nuit en Rosé at The Miami Beach Edition.

This month, we once again welcome the biggest DJs, producers, and artists in the electronic dance music industry to our town from March 24 to 28 for the 30th anniversary of the Winter Music Conference, and March 27 to 29 for another year of Ultra Music Festival. As we do so, we’d also like to say farewell to Alex Omes, cofounder of Ultra and one of Miami’s most prominent music figures. Omes was integral in pioneering this city’s electronic music scene, subsequently making Miami the international EDM destination it is today. Omes’s charisma, vision, and dedication to this city will be dearly missed, and we thank him for all he has done in the short time he was with us. Our condolences go out to his family. You’ll find March cover star Zoë Kravitz in the pages of our issue rocking spring’s edgiest styles. The multitalented actress-musician has been busy working on various projects, the latest of which, Insurgent, is out this month. She’s already made a name for herself in music as the vocalist of Lolawolf—we can’t wait to watch as her movie career skyrockets. Come the end of the month, we’ll all head over to Key Biscayne for the Miami Open from March 25 to April 5 to watch defending champs Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams as they attempt to claim the 2015 title. Hope to see you around…

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In MIaMI, March rolls In lIke a lIon and out… lIke a lIon. There’s just no slowing down for us here in the Magic City.


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...WiThouT Whom this issue would not have been possible

Becky Randel Writer A Miami-based freelance writer and copywriter originally from chilly Connecticut, Becky Randel is a frequent contributor to people, w magazine, about.com, thedailymeal.com, and more. She is greatly outnumbered at home, where she lives with her husband, two young sons, and a male puggle. Randel profiles the legendary “Bryan Brothers” tennis team and writes about this month’s FIA Formula E race. “As a coastal city, Miami needs to be constantly aware of global change,” she says. “Using sport to bring these issues to light was a brilliant idea. We are also a perfect platform, as we host visitors from around the world at all times.”

The author of Assouline’s the surf club, which details the history of the iconic social club during the glory days of Miami Beach, Tom Austin cowrote this month’s feature on the 100-year anniversary of Miami Beach. In the mid-1980s, as the social reporter for the Miami herald, he covered charity balls in Miami Beach, including a Fontainebleau benefit with a Frank Sinatra concert. “In 1995, arts impresario Judy Drucker, working with Charlie Cinnamon, presented a free afternoon concert with Luciano Pavarotti on the beach, at 10th Street and Collins Avenue. More than 120,000 people attended, and it was the most beautiful South Beach event imaginable.” Austin’s work has also appeared in w, interview, paper, the london sunday times Magazine, and the new york times.

chaRlyne Gesi schillinG VaRkonyi schauB Photographer interiors Feature Writer Gesi Schilling is a Miami“Eminent Domain: Trends” columnist Charlyne Varkonyi Schaub has written about interior design for 25 years for publications such as the south china Morning post, los angeles times, baltimore sun, chicago tribune, washington post, Miami herald, sun sentinel, san francisco chronicle, and Denver post, among others. Her work has garnered 125 awards for writing and editing, including two awards from the American Society of Interior Designers Florida South Chapter. “I adore the Fontainebleau,” says Schaub of one of her favorite Miami interiors. “The renovation makes it appear current while preserving the spirit of Morris Lapidus. I especially love the Deco details in Scarpetta and the black bow-tie marble floor.”

born and based photographer. The spectrum of her work includes reportage, fine art, and portraiture; commercial photography for clients like O, Miami; Design Miami; the Miami herald; Gallery Diet; Soho House; Terra Group; Ginny Bakes; and Jugo Fresh; and event photography for more than 50 weddings from Miami to South America, as well as photographing President Obama at a dinner party. In this issue, she photographed hospitality gurus Nicola Siervo and Karim Masri for the “Toast” column. What’s her favorite thing about shooting in Miami? “It’s cliché, but for good reason— the beach and the fierce sunsets,” says Schilling, whose ultimate South Florida photo shoot would entail “anything having to do with manatees, dolphins, or the Everglades.”

“MiaMi coMbines the pulse of a big urban city that thrives on innovation with creative input froM an international clientele.”—charlyne varkonyi schaub

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the list March 2015 Craig Robins

Wayne Chaplin

Lenny Kravitz

Scott Robins

Charlie Cinnamon

Philip Levine

Shareef Malnik

Jack Penrod

Jackie Soffer

Anthony Shriver

Martin Z. Margulies

Louis Canales

Bob Goodman

Karim Masri

Jorge PĂŠrez

Marlo Courtney

Adrienne Arsht

Nicola Siervo

Pitbull

Jessica Goldman Srebnick

Micky Arison

Rony Seikaly

Pat Riley

Leonard Abess

Jeff Berkowitz

Jeffrey Soffer

Steve Sawitz

Stephen Muss

Chris Paciello

Donald Soffer

Rocky Pomerance

Eric Levin

Michael Schwartz

Dwyane Wade

Sonny Kahn

Eric Milon

Michelle Bernstein

Chris Bosh

Alfredo Gonzalez Jr.

Francis Milon

Edgardo Defortuna

Keith Menin

Adrian Gonzalez

Bruce Weber

Don Shula

Stephanie Sayfie Aagaard

Tara Solomon

Don Peebles

Russell Galbut

Jared Galbut

Tommy Turchin

Gina Milani

Romero Britto

Al Malnik

John Turchin

Elizabeth Costa de Rusch

Gloria Estefan

Dan Marino

Mera Rubell

James Wark

Emilio Estefan

Ingrid Casares

Don Rubell

DJ Irie

Myles Chefetz

David Grutman

Neisen Kasdin

Zack Bush

Norman Braman

Seth Browarnik

Michael Comras

Justin Levine

Ugo Colombo

Barry Gibb

Jerry Robins

Mo Garcia

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style tastemaker from left:

Joshua and Ike Behar at the Ike Behar boutique in Village of Merrick Park.

From Cuba to Custommade

MiaMi-based Menswear designer e Behar opens a new Merrick park outpost of his eponyMous brand—all while keeping it in the faMily.

photography by vanessa rogers

by lauren finney

Stories about immigrants chasing the American Dream, coming to the United States and making an empire out of a few dollars and the sheer will to succeed, abound in the fashion industry. Menswear designer Ike Behar is one such story. Behar’s eponymous brand was launched in New York City in 1952, when Behar had just $50 in his pocket. Since then, it’s grown to include countless wholesale accounts and several freestanding concept stores, such as the recently opened boutique in Merrick Park. “Craftsmanship is paramount in everything we do at Ike Behar,” says Joshua Behar, a third-generation member of the business. “My grandfather began this business as an apprentice to his father, who was a master tailor in Cuba. The qualities of one-of-a-kind and custom-made pieces were ingrained into Ike from his earliest experiences, and as such, our product offerings always aspire to the look of custom-made.” continued on page 112

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Ike Behar (with son Steven) taking measurements.

A look from Ike Behar. For spring, the brand debuts a palette inspired by natural dyes and whimsical colors like peacock blue and soft rose quartz.

A selection of shirts and ties (left).

Ike enlisted in the Korean War, during which time he met his wife and the company’s cofounder, Regina. At first, Ike enjoyed success as a New York City tailor shop owner. Another enterprising businessman named Ralph Lauren was so impressed with his skills that he approached Ike in the 1970s to help him expand his tie business to shirting. Twenty years ago, Ike moved operations—and his family—to South Florida, where he continues to run his empire. “Our finest custom shirts are still made here in Miami,” says Joshua of the line, which is regularly seen on Hollywood’s biggest stars, including Brad Pitt, Jamie Foxx, and Bradley Cooper, and has been a wardrobe staple for movies like donnie Brasco and miami Vice,

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and on television shows such as entourage and magic city. “Our elegant, hand-woven ties are produced in California, and our made-to-measure suits are produced in Chicago. We keep production of the most luxurious pieces we make here in America because we have a strong belief in the American worker. In our factories, we employ some of the best, most experienced craftsmen and seamstresses in the world, and in their ingenuity and hard work they epitomize the strength and quality of the American workforce.” For spring, Ike Behar will debut a palette inspired by the natural dyes and colors of luxurious fabrics such as cashmere, alpaca, silk, and linen, with whimsy and color injected in the form of

peacock blue, soft rose quartz, melon, and tangerine. “Our inspiration continues to be drawn from our customer, who has the confidence to experiment with color,” affirms Joshua. This collection will be available in the new Merrick Park location, the fifth stand-alone store for the brand in the US, which will also carry Ike Behar’s entire line of shirting, ties, suits, sports coats, sports shirts, and accessories, along with a made-to-measure program. Adds Alan Behar, Ike’s son and the current company co-owner and CEO, “It’s tremendous that we are now able to provide customers with a more comprehensive experience with our brand and our products [at Merrick Park].” There is, of course, a special

place in the Behar family’s heart for its Miami home base. “Miami is a natural home for us,” says Joshua. “Our factory here employs some of the best tailors around, many of whom have worked for us for over 20 years.” Adds the company patriarch, “Keeping the business in the family and in Miami allows us to carry on in the spirit in which we were founded. We find it important to personally ensure that every product that bears the Ike Behar name adheres to our strict standards. As a family, we try to each remain involved in most aspects of operating the business. We each have our own expertise within the three generations around the office [sons Alan with finance and operations, Steven with design

and merchandising, and Lawrence with production and customer relations; grandson Joshua with media and marketing; and granddaughter Alexandra with public relations]. We take care to consult with one another, always seeking support and diversity of opinion.” As to what keeps the family itself inspired? Says Alan, “Ike is a first-generation Cuban immigrant as well, so like many Miamians, we relish the international and cosmopolitan atmosphere of the city. In a world where fashion trends are often defined by New York and Milan, having a Miami and family perspective has served us very well.” Village of merrick park, 358 san Lorenzo ave., coral Gables, 305-448-5028; ikebehar.com OD

photography by vanessa rogers (behar)

“Like many miamians, we reLish the internationaL and cosmopoLitan atmosphere of the city.” —alan behar



STYLE Accessories

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Echo thE wow of wynwood walls with EyE-popping black and whitE shoEs, bags, and baublEs. photography by jeff crawford fashion styling by faye power

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Cool Contrasts Dramatic blacks and whites bring a bold edge. M Cabas tote, Balenciaga ($2,075). Neiman Marcus, Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-865-6161; neimanmarcus .com. White and black bracelet ($285), oblong bracelet ($280), and white outer bracelet ($275), Hermès. Miami Design District, 175 NE 40th St., 305-868-0118; hermes.com. Agatha bootie, Vince ($450). Bal Harbour Shops, 305-351-0327; vince.com


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Small details such as tassels and hardware add texture.

Sleek and simple lines keep these neutrals in check.

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a Lesson in Geometry A simplicity of silhouette helps balance stark contrasts.

size matters A play on proportion adds visual appeal.

1. Revere belt, Sportmax ($425). Max Mara, Miami Design District, 106 NE 39th St., 305-964-8015; sportmax.com. Spectator sandal, Paul Andrew ($895). Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-865-1100; saks.com. Clutch, Boss (price on request). Village of Merrick Park, 358 San Lorenzo Ave., Coral Gables, 305-442-0011; hugoboss.com. 2. Ester wedge, Santoni ($805). Saks

Fifth Avenue, see above. Ava resin minaudière, Serpui ($450). Mildred Hoit, 265 Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach, 561-833-6010; mildredhoit.com. Lux mini white clutch, Kara Ross ($1,750). Neiman Marcus, Bal Harbour Shops, 305-865-6161; kararossny.com. 3. Patent pointed gold-metal-detail pump, Lanvin ($850). Miami Design District, 150 NE 40th St., 305-864-4250; lanvin.com. Striped leather handbag, Dolce & Gabbana ($2,495). Bal Harbour Shops, 305-866-0503; dolcegabbana.com. Sabrina pump, Oscar de la Renta ($950). Bal Harbour Shops, 305-868-7986; oscardelarenta.com. 4. Cutout medium clutch, Vince ($495). Bal Harbour Shops, 305-351-0327; vince.com. Chevron pointed pump, Nicholas Kirkwood ($750). Intermix, 634 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-531-5950; intermixonline.com

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STYLE Spotlight TIMELESS TECH

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Michael Kors is gearing up to introduce a new collection of innovative yet stylish tech accessories made for women on the go. Options range from cleverly replicated compact case chargers (BELOW) to elevated ear buds, ensuring that the women of the Magic City are always tuned in while being on trend. Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-8644144; michaelkors.com

Making Waves

inspired

ERES LAUNCHES A STRAIGHT-FROMSOUTH BEACH SWIMWEAR COLLECTION WITH THE WEBSTER. Laure Heriard Dubreuil, cofounder and CEO of Miami Beach boutique The Webster, partnered with Eres to launch an exclusive 12-piece capsule collection inspired by the Magic City. Dubreuil, the French-born fashion guru, has been faithful to Eres from the start, citing the brand as her first swimsuit and her quintessential idea of iconic swimwear. The collaborative collection comprises modernly cut bathing suits rendered in retro floral prints and bright colors with striking, sexy cutouts; also included are chic, easy layering pieces. Rounding out the line are playfully printed pouches “[to put] your sunscreen in by day, and to go out and party with at night,” says Dubreuil. The Webster, 1220 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-7899; thewebstermiami.com OD

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GOLDEN RULE

Aurelie Bidermann ($735). Barneys New York, 832 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-421-2006; barneys.com

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Alexis Bittar ($295). Neiman Marcus, Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 786-9991000; neimanmarcus.com

BOOT SALUTE! Giuseppe Zanotti started in 1994 making custom shoes for musicians and celebrities. Since, the brand has grown to include 1,000 styles per collection, plus men’s footwear, handbags, jewelry, and accessories. In celebration of its 20th anniversary, Giuseppe Zanotti created the Rock n’ Roll capsule collection, with styles named for stars like Michael Jackson, among others. Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-868-0133; giuseppezanottidesign.com

LONDON’S CALLING

Inspired by its London flagship location, Burberry’s newest US boutique in the Miami Design District offers customers a unique digital experience. Step into the label’s posh South Florida pad and a video wall broadcasts the brand’s live events from its London headquarters, while in-store iPads provide shoppers a personalized experience by recalling their preferences. Miami Design District, 112 NE 39th St., 305-423-0078; burberry.com

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Crystal-accented muse sandal, Giuseppe Zanotti Design ($2,295).

WHEN IN ROME Valentino’s recently opened Design District boutique, the house’s 116th store location, evokes a palazzo aesthetic, but with a dash of new architectural elements. Browse spring’s ready-towear collections and accessories amid opulent gray Venetian terrazzo tile, Carrara marble, and soft carpets. Miami Design District, 140 NE 39th St., 305639-8851; valentino.com

Spring’s architectural cuffs are an easy way to add edge to your look.

Jennifer Fisher ($1,085). Barneys New York, 832 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-421-2006; barneys.com

Roger Vivier ($1,200). Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-868-4344; rogervivier.com

Lanvin ($984). Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-8560311; lanvin.com

Hervé Van der Straeten ($627). Neiman Marcus, Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 786-9991000; neimanmarcus.com

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SHAMMEL LEE (COMPACT); ROBERT PEREZ (BURBERRY); CYRILLE ROBIN (AURELIE BIDERMANN)

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STYLE Time Honored Greubel Forsey’s QP à Équation watch (price on request) combines the tourbillon with the perpetual calendar and an equation of time mechanism. Les Bijoux, 306 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, 561-361-2311; greubelforsey.com

Ones tO Watch The sale of timepieces in 2014 is estimated to have been nearly $40 billion globally, with watches from Switzerland accounting for more than half of that sum. That may well be why the world’s first watch exhibition of 2015, the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) in January, was the place to be. More than 12,000 watch retailers and specialty press descended on Geneva for the SIHH show to witness 16 top luxury brands unveil their newest creations. These watches, many that were years in the making, will arrive in the US market beginning this summer and will set the trends for the year to come and beyond. Making a strong appearance on the scene were skeletonized watches, astronomically inspired pieces, and high complications such as tourbillons—watches that have an added escapement to compensate for the errors in timing due to the effects of gravity when the wrist is in certain positions. Also making important statements at the more affordable price range are creative new chronographs and both annual calendars (which need a date

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adjustment once a year at the end of February) and perpetual calendars (which are generally perfect timekeepers until the year 2100, when we skip a scheduled leap year). Garnering particular attention this year is the category of skeletonized watches, which are created by carving away much of the metal from the movement so the wearer can view the beauty of the elaborate gears and wheels. A watchmaker can spend countless hours whittling away as much as 70 percent of the metal, but must do so in a way that preserves the strength of the piece. Additionally, these tiny components are usually engraved, resulting in a breathtaking work of art and precision. Brands such as Cartier, Roger Dubuis, and Parmigiani Fleurier take the lead this year with elaborate new pieces. In fact, Cartier has unveiled the Crash Skeleton, a watch whose movement had to be reconfigured to fit inside the unusually shaped Dali-inspired case. continued on page 122

photography and illustration courtesy of greubel forsey

What’s trending in luxury Watches this year? the first exhibition of 2015 indicates that even the simplest timepieces are rising to complex neW heights. by roberta naas


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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: To build the Cartier Crash Skeleton ($62,000), the entire movement had to be reconfigured and then meticulously carved away to be visible. Miami Design District, 151 NE 40th St., 305-864-8793; cartier.com

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Piaget again set world records with its Altiplano Chronograph ($29,000) as the thinnest hand-wound chronograph movement and watch. Miami Design District, 140 NE 39th St., 305-908-4050; piaget.com Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Duomètre Sphérotourbillon Moon watch (price on request) is all about astronomy. It combines moon-phase indication with a double-carriage tourbillon escapement. Aventura Mall, 19575 Biscayne Blvd., 305-521-0600; jaeger-lecoultre.com

PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAZIZ HAMANI, COURTESY OF CARTIER (CARTIER WATCH AND MOVEMENT); COURTESY OF PIAGET (PIAGET)

In the realm of tourbillons, some brands are combining the complex tourbillon escapement with other useful functions such as chronographs and perpetual calendars. Montblanc, for instance, debuted the Heritage ExoTourbillon in a special tribute Vasco da Gama edition. Named for the famed explorer who navigated by the Southern Cross in the 1500s to connect Europe with Asia, the stunning version features an aventurine dial complete with the stars of the Southern Cross in the design. This watch incorporates yet another key trend seen this year: astronomically inspired watches. The heavens and astronomy movement is one that Jaeger-LeCoultre blends in its new Duomètre Sphérotourbillon Moon watch, which combines moon-phase indication and a seemingly free-floating tourbillon escapement. Similarly, Greubel Forsey focuses on astronomy with its seventh invention watch: QP à Équation, which masterfully combines tourbillon, perpetual calendar, and equation of time mechanisms (which offers the difference between real time and solar time), complete with season display. These luxury watches are true statement makers in 2015. In the world of chronograph advancements, Piaget’s new Altiplano Chronograph sets two world records in the ultrathin field: The hand-wound flyback movement (caliber 883P) measures 4.65mm, and the finished watch measures just 8.24mm thick. Other great new chronographs hail from brands such as Panerai, Ralph Lauren, and IWC. In fact, IWC has greatly expanded on its Portugieser collection of watches in honor of its 75th anniversary this year. In celebration, the brand showcases several new chronographs and calendar watches and introduces new in-house-made movements, including one for the Portugieser annual calendar. Start your wish list; this is a year filled with great timepieces. For more watch features and expanded coverage, go to oceandrive.com/ watches. OD


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culture Hottest ticket Sébastien Buemi racing in an electric Spark-Renault at the 2014 Formula E Punta Del Este ePrix in Uruguay last December.

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The All-elecTric FIA FormulA E chAmpIonshIp rAces inTo MiAMi This MonTh. While fast cars zip up Biscayne Boulevard every day, on March 14, the highspeed racers zooming along the thoroughfare will not only be legal, they’ll be eco-friendly as well. That’s when the FIA Formula E Championship, the world’s first fully electric open-wheel racing series, arrives in Miami. Produced by the same governing body that sponsors the traditional Formula One races, the Formula E Championship features all-electric cars that look similar to Indy racecars but reach speeds of up to 150 miles per hour, accelerating from 0 to 62 mph in a neck-snapping three seconds. The original philosophy behind the series was to “promote sustainability and help accelerate electric-vehicle technology, but also to be more relevant to the current climate,” explains Alejandro Agag, CEO

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of Formula E. Rather than adopting a general “save-the-earth” attitude, the group sought to promote e-energy to a specific target audience. “The whole series is designed to appeal to a new, younger generation of motorsport fans, to help change the perception of electric vehicles, so that the first road car these new fans buy is an electric one.” This greater purpose may be why, in just two years, the project has launched in 10 major cities around the world and attracted well-known drivers such as Bruno Senna, Oriol Servia, and Franck Montagny, as well as high-profile team owners like Michael Andretti, Jay Penske, and Leonardo DiCaprio. continued on page 128

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A Formula E car on display at the Pérez Art Museum Miami. below: Leonardo DiCaprio cofounded the Monaco-based Venturi Grand Prix E Team with Gildo Pallanca Pastor, owner of electric car manufacturer Venturi Automobiles. from left: Venturi Automobiles’ Bert Hedaya, DiCaprio, Pallanca Pastor, and Venturi’s Francesco Costa.

Come for the race, stay for the action.

Alongside the championship race, Formula E is hosting the “eVillage”—a city festival flled with activities like full-size racing simulators, testdrives, ftness challenges, and offcial merchandise, all continuing in the message of innovation, technology, sustainability, and well-being. Attendees can expect a mix of local food vendors (often organic), a partner activation area showcasing various products with a commitment to sustainability, e-bike stunt performances, e-karting,

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remote-control electric cars, and virtual cycling around the track. Formula E drivers will also be present for a Q&A and

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you want to have fun.” The 1.5-mile course winds up Biscayne Boulevard, under the MacArthur Causeway, and around AmericanAirlines Arena, with qualifying rounds throughout the day on Saturday, March 14, and the 45-minute final race in the late afternoon. Beyond the thrill of the race lies the ever-present purpose of the event, which is to educate both consumers and the auto industry. “We want to use motorsport to help improve the current technology available—just as other racing series have done for the combustion engine,” says Agag. As to just how important that technology is to the environment, FIA conducted a private study to discover the potential global impact of the Formula E. Although the results are projections, they’re nevertheless quite astounding. Global research organization Ernst & Young found that Formula E could help sell an additional 77 million electric cars, which could save 900 million tons of CO2 and 4 billion barrels of oil, and provide healthcare savings of more than $30 billion due to pollution reduction. “People often don’t fully appreciate what huge benefits switching to electric vehicles can have on their everyday lives,” says Agag. “We firmly believe the future is electric.” The FIA Formula E Miami Championship takes place Saturday, March 14; visit fiaformulae.com for schedule and course information. OD

autographs. And the winner is: The eVillage also gives fans the chance to directly impact race results with its interactive “FanBoost” element. Here, fans can vote for their favorite driver to receive an extra “speed burst,” which allows that driver to fend off or overtake another driver. “It means fans don’t just have to watch the race from their couches,” explains Agag. “They can potentially infuence its outcome.”

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Miami was added to the competition roster last October in a joint press conference with Mayor Tomas Regalado (the only other US race is in Long Beach, California). “Miami was chosen because it shares the values that are the basis of our championship,” says Agag. “It’s a city that looks to the future, experimenting with new technologies, [and it’s] a place where



culture Art Full Untitled #15, 2014, by Odalis Valdivieso.

PurPle Haze

Call it a happy accident. Before spending a month in Berlin last year, Miami artist Odalis Valdivieso’s work was known for its exploration of hard-edged geometric abstraction. That general approach still powers her latest paintings—part of her new solo exhibition, “Arrhythmic Suite,” at the Miami Dade College Museum of Art + Design—but the sharp lines have been softened and suffused within warm multicolored hues. The catalyst for this shift had little to do with an immersion into avantgarde German culture, however. The original plan was to spend some time with the Berlin-based writer who is contributing an essay to a new artist’s book Valdivieso is producing, and then hunker down in solitude to focus on her painting. Once overseas, though, Valdivieso stumbled upon a particular consistency of calligraphic inks used primarily for folkloric writing and

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hand-inscribed religious texts. After some experimentation, she discovered the inks also offered a unique way to paint, moving Valdivieso to pile different colored blocks alongside and atop one another, fashioning a beguiling haze. “The ink creates soft and translucent layers that I find more fascinating than if I had used watercolors,” she says. “Watercolors give you a flat ending, whereas the ink is silky with a rainbowlike reflection when it dries.” For an artist who has previously been as focused on art theory as on her art itself, the ink’s rapid drying time forced her to act in the moment and lose herself in the motions of painting: “It allows you to just react in an emotional way.” Odalis Valdivieso’s “Arrhythmic Suite” is on display through April 26 at the Miami Dade County Museum of Art + Design, 600 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305237-7700; mdcmoad.org. OD

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Bob and Mike Bryan in their West Coast home in Camarillo, California. The brothers won their 100th doubles title at last year’s US Open.

One might imagine the childhoods of Bob and Mike Bryan—identical twin brothers who’ve broken almost every record in tennis doubles history—to have been Tiger Woods-esque. In actuality, the boys’ parents took the opposite approach, encouraging them to “fall in love” with the sport as fans before allowing them on the court. “They definitely used side-door motivation,” says Mike. “Our love for the sport is why we are still playing tennis today at [the age of] 36.” The fact that the twins spent the first 30 years of their lives honing their game together didn’t hurt either. “We developed as a tight unit,” says Bob, who believes each brother took advantage of the other’s strengths to escalate his own abilities. “I had the number-one player in the country right down the hall to hit with every day…. You don’t want to be the worse twin; you want to carry your weight on the court.” The men also credit their idol, Andre Agassi, for developing their desire to win, even copying the pink spandex shorts he wore. Today the Bryans consider Agassi a close friend. Mike competed against him at the 2001 US Open—his only Grand Slam singles match— and lost. “I was so nervous trying to figure out a way to beat this guy who was just a god to me,” Mike says. Echoes Bob, “[Agassi was] basically the reason we played tennis.” continued on page 134

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Bob and Mike practicing their game at Spanish Hills Country Club in preparation for this month’s Miami Open in Key Biscayne.

Tournament Chairman Chris Kermode presenting the brothers with the ATP World Tour Fans’ Favorite Award at the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals in London last year.

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Mike, due to the intense media buildup surrounding their milestone achievement. As the brothers prepare for this month’s Miami Open, the men credit their strict nutrition regimen for giving them an edge on the court. Mike led them into gluten-free diets roughly 10 years ago, and they’ve both felt major improvements since. Mike also depends on Vega Sport supplements, fish oil, and Chinese herbs to maintain his good health. “I feel better now [at 36] than I did at 25,” he notes. Mike, who currently lives in Tampa, says he’ll join his brother in Miami ahead of the tournament because “I feel like there’s a little piece missing” when he’s away from his twin for too long. Their bond is so strong, in fact, that Mike admits it can arouse a little jealousy in their wives. “That’s a factor we have to negotiate, but they’re just going to have to deal with it,” he jokes. Down the road, the Bryans also aim to compete in the 2016 Olympics in Rio, which Mike says, “is what we view as maybe our swan song.” After that, they will consider careers as college tennis coaches or potentially starting an academy. After all, says Bob, “Tennis is our life, it’s really what we’re experts at.” The Miami Open takes place Monday, March 23, through Sunday, April 5, at Crandon Park Tennis Center, 7300 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne; for tickets, call 305-442-3367 or visit miamiopen.com. OD

InsIght: Is it true you trade tennis lessons for music lesson with some stars? Bob: “A lot of them want to be athletes, and we just want to be musicians.” Mike: “Elton John is actually pretty good; he travels with a pro. And Gavin Rossdale is addicted!” What are your favorite Miami restaurants? Bob: “We are members of Casa Tua— that’s where I had my wedding reception. Our go-to lunch spot is Wapo Taco! We also like Zuma and Villa Azur.” Mike: “We’re always shooting for the health food places, like Miami Juice in Sunny Isles and Juice & Java; I just got the Latin Scramble this morning.” How do you like playing in the Miami Open? Bob: “Everyone comes into that tournament, loves the vibe here, and starts looking at real estate. You just don’t want to play a South American at that tournament or it will get pretty loud with the fans!”

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MiaMi Beach Mayor PhiliP levine PrePares For his city’s centennial. Walk into Miami Beach City Hall these days and you might do a double take: The fourth-floor chambers of the mayor and city commissioners have undergone a dramatic makeover, personally overseen and paid for by Mayor Philip Levine, who is currently in his second year of office after one of the most tumultuous (and certainly the most expen-

sive) campaigns in the city’s 100-year history. Rather than the standard-issue 1970s municipal drab of yore, City Hall’s fourth floor now features floor-to-ceiling, life-size photos of iconic leaders and inspirational quotes from such notables as the late Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir (chosen by Commissioner Micky Steinberg to grace her office’s

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doorway) and former US President George Bush in his WWII-era fighter pilot days (selected by Commissioner Jonah Wolfson to greet his visitors). The overall feeling is less of a gray warren of government offices and more of a new dot-com start-up, which is precisely the point. Currently on the mayor’s checklist: a citywide party. For Miami Beach’s 100th birthday this month, Levine says to expect four days of special events “celebrating our leading role in fashion, music, architecture, style, and design,” culminating on Thursday, March 26, with a free concert on the sand off Ocean Drive. “Every time we talk about adding another star, our police chief and our city manager roll their eyes,” he says about the concert lineup. “They’re terrified about having another Woodstock here.” Still, he admits he’s hoping to top the 120,000-strong crowd that turned out for a free 1995 concert in the same spot by the Italian tenor Luciano Pavarotti. Within City Hall itself, Levine has reversed course from the previous mayoral administration. A police force seen as deeply dysfunctional found itself with the aforementioned new reform-minded chief as well as a new second in command—both hired from outside Miami with an explicit mandate to clean house. In the wake of code enforcement and building department corruption scandals, the new city manager was similarly empowered to dig through records and flag questionable deals and conspicuously unpaid bills. No less worrying, Levine says, was the combination of dramatically rising sea levels and a decrepit drainage system, leaving much of South Beach regularly looking like continued on page 138

ConCert of the Century

Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine on South Pointe Pier.

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Mayor philip Levine and act productions will host a celebration for the ages March 26—100 years after Miami Beach was born—featuring arts and entertainment, food, philanthropy, and environmental initiatives. the Miami Beach centennial concert, with andrea Bocelli, gloria estefan, John Secada, Barry gibb, and many more, will highlight a week’s worth of celebrations, including an unprecedented concert on the beach. For more information, visit miamibeach100.com

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What to expect during Miami Beach’s upcoming 100th-anniversary celebration.



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“I don’t call [constItuents] resIdents, I call them customers.” —philip levine

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Sam Keller, Craig Robins, Marina Abramovic, Rodman Primack, and Levine speaking at a Design Miami press reception last year. above: Presenting the Miami Beach Senior High School football team with a $10,000 check courtesy of One Miami Beach Inc., a nonprofit foundation recently established by the Miami Beach City Commission.

with a grimace. “They responded by saying that it was a total mistake; they’d get the cones cleared in one hour. I told them not to worry because I’d gotten it done in three minutes.” The Beach’s never-ending construction woes aside, it’s hard not to be impressed with at least some of what’s been accomplished under Levine’s tenure. Previous plans for drastically expanding the city’s convention center redo with an accompanying high-end retail and condo complex—and with more than $500 million in public money funding the project—have been spiked. Instead, a more modest renovation of only the convention center is underway. “We’re a boutique destination,” Levine explains. “We are not a massive international

convention center town. That’s Vegas. And we don’t want to be Vegas.” Spoiler alert: Levine is running for reelection in November. And with three of the city’s six commissioners termed out of office and their seats in play, Levine says he’ll once again be devoting his considerable resources to supporting kindred candidates—and maintaining a solid majority of votes in support of his vision for the city. His next big project? Stopping the expansion of casino gaming, which he sees as an existential threat to the future of not only the Beach but all of South Florida. “The world loves Miami, the world’s coming to Miami,” he says. “The only thing we can do is mess it up.” OD

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a biblical reenactment. “Our streets were flooded, [and there was] no plan, no vision on how to fix that, just a sense of hopelessness that we could do anything about it,” he argues. To that end, new pumping stations have since been installed around the city to push water back into the bay—a pricey remedy, but one Levine believes to be essential in addressing climate change. Flood control is also important to the Beach constituents who put Levine in office. “I don’t call them residents; I call them customers,” says the mayor. “We have 90,000 customers.” Considering his citizens as customers and extending his business instincts to the public sector hasn’t always gone over well for Levine. In fact, during his 2013 mayoral bid, many observers questioned why he wanted the job in the first place. On the heels of the reported $300 million sale of his cruise industry media firm, his launch of a new cruise line-focused company, a slew of splashy real estate deals, dates with models and TV stars, and not least, jetting around the country alongside Bill Clinton, a beachside mayoralty seemed like a sidetrack to his life. “Anyone who knows me knows I’m a pothole mayor,” Levine says with a laugh, insisting that he thrives on micromanaging, even down to personally intervening in roadwork. He recalls driving down the Beach’s Alton Road during last December’s Art Basel (which attracted one of its largest crowds ever) just after he’d publicly promised all of the street’s lanes would be open for the fair’s traffic onslaught. Suddenly he was greeted with the sight of an orange menace: “They’d put cones up in one lane! I got out of the car and I personally threw all the cones onto the sidewalk. [I then] called the CEO of the construction company and the [city’s] director of public works,” he continues



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reel Time Serena Williams during her victory at the semifinals at the 2014 Miami Open. above: Crandon Park Tennis Center.

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the MiaMi Open RetuRns to Key Biscayne foR its 30th yeaR with a sleeK new looK. by stephanie dunn Considered one of the most glamorous events on the ATP and WTA calendars, the Miami Open attracts more than 300,000 spectators eager to experience world-class tennis alongside luxe shopping, culinary, and entertainment experiences. This year will be no exception, with reigning champs Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams battling it out on Crandon Park’s signature purple courts. What is new is the tournament’s name: Miami Open presented by Itaú. (Itaú is the largest privately owned bank in Latin America.) “When people hear ‘Miami,’ they think energy, excitement, luxury, and world-class service. These are all traits that are synonymous with our event,” says Tournament Director Adam Barrett. “We were fortunate to find a presenting sponsor like Itaú who agreed with this philosophy and was on-board with this idea from the start.” March 23–April 5, Crandon Tennis Center, 7300 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne; miamiopen.com OD

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Now celebrating its 32nd anniversary, the Miami International Film Festival (MIFF) continues to showcase some of the best Ibero-American cinema in the US. Each year, the festival, presented by Miami Dade College, attracts more than 60,000 movie buffs and industry pros with the aim of promoting cultural understanding and encouraging artistic development through thought-provoking films. Catch dozens of award-winning foreign films and documentaries at theaters around town, including Argentina’s Oscar-nominated Wild Tales and Wim Wenders’s The Salt of the Earth. March 6–15; miamifilmfestival.com

Patrick Reed on the 10th hole during the final round of last year’s World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral.

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All brown eyes And booming vocAls, the pint-size pop sensation Ariana grande is coming to miami to show why her smash hits, like “bang bang,” “Problem,” and “love me Harder,” have earned a permanent spot atop our iTunes playlists. in fact, “my everything” hit number one on the iTunes charts in 76 countries. At just 21 years old, grande’s massive soprano range and sultry r&b sound have already led her to be dubbed “the new mariah.” Plus, she’s a local: grande is originally from boca raton and attended north broward Preparatory school. March 28, AmericanAirlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; aaarena.com

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The World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship brings together the globe’s greatest golfers for a week of high-stakes competition at Trump National Doral’s Blue Monster course. “It’s a given that players like Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Phil Mickelson, Sergio Garcia, Adam Scott, and Rickie Fowler will all be here,” says event general manager Andres Gaviria. “We’ll have players from 15 to 20 countries represented in the feld, which aligns perfectly with the international favor of Miami.” Adding to that favor, 10-time Grammy Award winner Carlos Santana headlines the Cadillac Miami Nights Live concert. As the must-attend social occasion of the season, the event also unites the high-energy worlds of fashion, music, and entertainment—and raises money for charity. The World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship will pledge $2.5 million over the next 10 years to United Way of Miami-Dade, making the organization the offcial primary charity of the event. March 2–8, Trump National Doral Miami, 4400 NW 87th Ave., Doral; cadillacchampionship.com



Culture On the town Karim Masri and Nicola Siervo at the 1930s House, which Siervo describes as the “alternative to a club.” right: Champagne at 1930s House.

Then and now

With a variety of neW projects, Knr hospitality Group’s Nicola Siervo and arim maSri looK bacK at the south beach that Was, and predict the MiaMi that Will be. by bill kearney

What was the South Beach scene like when you first started visiting? Karim Masri: South Beach was off-limits my first year. It wasn’t safe. [Then] I remember in ’87, ’88, I went to a place called Scratch, and I ran into George Michael, and a year later there was Cindy Crawford. There was already some sort of a scene, and the [fashion] photography took it to another level. Coconut Grove was a big deal then. What allowed South Beach to surpass it?

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Nicola Siervo: The European factor—all the photo shoots were here. The fashion industry made it attractive to people, and it organically grew into a scene. If you have 500 models running around South Beach, you’re going to have people following. [Siervo shrugs to imply this is obvious.] Karim, you opened the Hotel Astor, which became pivotal in the hidden South Beach celeb scene, in 1995. What made that seem like a good venture at the time? KM: When you’re young, you take risks. I saw the progression; I felt it. To me, there was the beach, the weather, the fashion—there was a formula that was going to go crazy. South Beach shifted from a hidden boutique-ish nightlife scene to something more commercial. What was the turning point? KM: I think it was 1999—there was a Super Bowl that year, and Chris Paciello had a club where Set is. That’s when Cameron [Diaz] was doing Any Given Sunday, and the year before that, she did Something About Mary. The Super Bowl gave South Beach a window to the world that it never had COnTinueD On pAGe 144

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Karim Masri and Nicola Siervo were part of the nightlife and restaurant revolution that changed South Beach from sketchy beach town in the 1980s to underground hot spot in the ’90s to the over-the-top global destination we know today. They’ve been partners in the KNR Hospitality Group since 2005 and run venues like Quattro, The Dutch, and Wall, and helped create the tone at the Thompson Miami Beach’s Seagrape and charming 1930s House. Ocean Drive sat down with them at 1930s House (Thompson Miami Beach, 4041 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-397-8309) to roll back the years, and look into the future.


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“We do this business because We love the music, the people, the food.” —karim masri Masri’s KNR Hospitality Group sees smaller venues, like the 1930s House, as trending for the future as an antidote to bigger, impersonal nightclubs. above: Siervo is adamant that KNR Hospitality Group’s venues will continue to create boutique-style restaurants and clubs.

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before. The corporate world went to all the clubs, and all these places started to gain worldwide notoriety. We went from trendy-cool to being on the path to commercial. NS: And, of course, the real estate grew, and so forth. The rules of getting into clubs have certainly changed. NS: Before, there was a selection at the door based on looks and cool, not on money. KM: There were clubs like Nell’s in New York, where if the doorman didn’t like you, it didn’t matter; you could spend $10,000 and you wouldn’t get in. NS: The culture of clubbing moved to a bigger stage; now you can buy tickets online. It changed with the explosion of EDM. Bottle service had been around, but when did it really take hold? KM: The bottle thing started in the late ’90s—if there was a group of guys you wouldn’t normally let in, you’d say, “If you guys buy a bottle, I’ll get you in.” But the whole $5,000 and buy-your-way-in, I would say, [started] in the 2000s. It changed with the world. The world has created so much wealth in the last 15 years. Now money is being thrown to buy access. You study the hospitality industry and navigate it with great success. Any predictions? NS: We went from real club culture [of the ’90s] to big EDM explosion—the DJ is the rock star. We are not that kind of business. Our company will always be on the boutique side of things. KM: What we need not lose is that nightlife was an escape. Now for the younger generation, it’s about showing and documenting their lives—taking a selfie with some DJ behind [them]. It’s not about you enjoying the moment anymore. NS: Eventually we are going [to go] back. Small venues are coming back. That’s why we believe in this room [the 1930s House]. It’s the alternative to a club. I’m not saying big clubs will die, but the real club culture will probably go back to smaller venues. As you plan your next venture, what elements of Miami are you paying attention to? KM: For anything on the mainland side, I want to wait another six months to see how the dust settles, because the next war is retail. All these shopping malls opening—the Malaysian casino at the [former miami herald building], Squire with Brickell City Centre, Craig Robins with the Design District, whether Wynwood has the potential to be the Meatpacking District—Miami has tentacles in every direction. Any more thoughts on South Beach’s hospitality past and future? KM: In the past, it was a village. It was simple. People are trying too hard. NS: It was not so much showing off before. But that’s how you make your money—off of those people. NS: We don’t mind it. We love it, but if we could choose, sometimes I would be a little more like the past. KM: We have to make a living, and we love what we do because we keep that boutique-y essence. The people who work with us—it’s homegrown. Sure, I want a guy to spend $50,000, but that’s not what I would describe to you with nostalgia. We do this business because we love it—we love the music, the people, the food. KnR hospitality Group, 1691 michigan ave., ste. 325, miami beach, 305-695-0288; knrhospitality.com OD

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“I’m looking straight down onto turquoise blue waters—the Gulf Stream is less than a mile out, the color is amazing. Boats are going by. The temperature is 75 degrees. It’s as idyllic as you can imagine. Even the waves— it’s like I can reach out and grab them.” No, this is not some visualization exercise from a motivational speaker; this is Tony Robbins’s reality. Robbins is sitting five feet from the edge of his West Palm Beach property, which was hard-won by strategic thinking, and subsequent action, over the course of a three-decade career. Global power players such as former President Bill Clinton, investor Paul Tudor Jones, and actor Hugh Jackman have paid him upwards of seven figures for his mentorship; his life events pack stadiums; and his books, including the recently released Money: Master the Game: 7 Simple Steps to Financial Freedom, are New York Times best sellers. Robbins is the biggest life coach in the world—both figuratively and literally— he sprouted up 10 inches in high school, to a towering 6-foot-7 (the result, he would find out later in life, of a pituitary tumor). Robbins rose to fame in the ’80s in part from the ubiquitous marathon of infomercials, but he bristles at the mere mention of the word “motivational.” “I am not a motivator, never have been; motivation to me is a warm bath you ought to take or you stink—but I am a strategist,” says Robbins, 55. “If all you coNTiNued oN paGe 150

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“I recently Met A MArIne Who Got bAck FroM AFGhAnIstAn WIth PtsD—IF I cAn turn hIM ArounD, thAt Is My lIFe’s Work.”—tony robbins are is somebody motivated, running east looking for a sunset, I don’t give a shit how motivated you are, you’re going nowhere without strategy.” His knack for clear-headed thinking and his larger-than-life personality have helped him get serious results for millions of people. “I turn around businesses in a year or 18 months; I turn around individuals, their bodies; I turn around people emotionally. I recently met a Marine who got back from Afghanistan with PTSD—if I can turn him around, that is my life’s work.” Strategic thinking also landed him his current $25 million six-bedroom West Palm Beach mansion. The California native—who has homes dotted around the world (including the numberone-rated resort in Fiji)—decided to settle in South Florida in 2013 after an exhaustive search for more tax-friendly locales. “When California raised the income tax rate to the upper end, I was okay with that, but when they made it retroactive, I said this is out of control; it just pushed me over the edge. I’m only there 90 days a year, at most.” The topic of money and its impact on everyday citizens has been top of mind for the guy whom Forbes calls “the CEO Whisperer” ever since the financial collapse of 2008. He has dined with the Dalai Lama, walked on fire with Oprah, and personally coached three of the past five US presidents. “I grew up dirt poor—‘when you went

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out to get the car and it was gone’ kind of poor,” he says. “I went through four fathers, or my mother did, and in my mind it was all tied to finance.” Watching the Oscar-winning documentary Inside Job about the banking industry’s role in the financial meltdown was his final straw. He didn’t just get mad—he got to work. “I thought, I have a unique gift: I have access. I coached one of the top-10 financial traders in the history of the world, Paul Tudor Jones, for 21 straight years, every day. I thought, What if I interview 50 of the most brilliant minds in the financial world?” For his November 2014 release, Money: Master the Game, his first major book since 1991’s blockbuster Awaken the Giant Within, he turned to the masters themselves, gleaning specific, actionable advice and steps from financial kingpins such as billionaire investor Carl Icahn and Vanguard Group founder John C. Bogle. “What’s cool about the book is it takes the greatest minds on Wall Street and brings it to Main Street,” he says, in language “soccer moms and kids just getting out of college” can access. Robbins has donated all author proceeds, plus an additional personal contribution, to feed 50 million meals to people in need, via Feeding America, the largest domestic hunger relief charity, and an organization close to his heart. “When I was 11, we had no money for food on Thanksgiving. This man

showed up at my house with bags of food and an uncooked turkey, and he changed my life. It wasn’t the food; it was the idea that strangers cared. That event shaped me more than anything else.” Also part of Robbins’s teachings are his regular live events, including the weekend-long Unleash the Power Within or five-day Date With Destiny at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. Gatherings are regularly scheduled for Fiji, New York, Chicago, and Las Vegas, but West Palm Beach will always be home. “It was just the pure serenity and beauty that made me settle here,” he says. “I’ve got water on both sides of my property, and I’ve got a 50-foot boat dock; I can go wherever I want.” And he does. OD

Home, Sweet Home Tony Robbins shares what inspires him about South Florida. Hometown Homie:

“Pitbull invited me to his concert recently. he grew up on my work; his mom used to play my audiotapes. he’s a force of nature. he told me years ago that I’d made a big difference in who he is as a person. I love his music, I love his energy, and I love the way he takes care of his community as well.” tHe Heat is on:

“Pat riley is a dear friend of mine, so I come to the [Miami heat] games.”

tHere’s no place like Home:

“I’m on a plane every four days, and I see over 40 million people over the course of a year. When [my wife, sage, and I] come home, we’re pretty done.” Feed tHe world:

“Donate at feeding america.com, and I will match whatever you donate, period, [up to] $1 million. or text ‘meals’ at 50555—$10 will be deducted and I’ll match that; $10 will feed 100 people.”

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Cris Cab, here in Wynwood, says of Miami, “The more I spend time here, the more it feels like home.”

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“I was a big fan of Pharrell; I had listened to his work with In the middle of Miami’s digital DJ-heavy music scene, Cris my miami NERD and [what] he had produced with other people,” says Cab, a local live act, has caught the attention of music’s bigWhere can fans find you Cab. “Getting to work with him was a dream come true. He’s gest names, from Pharrell Williams to Wyclef Jean. “It on the Weekend? “Sidebar definitely taught me a great deal of lessons. He’s a very hard actually makes it easier that there’s a lot of other music going (337 SW Eighth St., Miami). A great worker; he’s not where he is by accident.” on here,” says Cab of Miami’s electronic music lean. “It’s friend of mine is involved with it. I always After LA, Cab returned to Miami for a few days before not really what I’m doing. It gives me my space to do what I see friends I know.” heading to New York to begin recording his second album, want and put my own stamp on it rather than follow in the Best meal in miami: set to be released sometime in the near future. This time, he footsteps of other people.” “Ortanique on the Mile (278 Miracle says his style is more focused. “The first album was research The 22-year-old Cab, whose real name is Cristian Mile, Coral Gables). Great food. for me, and this album is strengthening [that]. It still has regCabrerizo, harnessed his strong sense of individuality in A mix of Miami, Cuban, and Caribbean. gae and a lot of rock. This album has a lot more energy and the high-pressure music industry at a young age while It’s just insane.” a lot more movement to it.” attending Christopher Columbus High School. “I started outside-of-music dream: That cross-genre, old-meets-new reggae pop sound is recording and really going after my goals when I was 15,” “I love writing. I plan on writing a what’s made Cab so popular—a unique style that the artist he says. “[I had] a lot of trial and error at that time and movie and bringing that to life.” attributes to his upbringing. “Miami is so diverse, and what’s learned how to deal with a little bit of everything. There going on here culturally is pretty international. Growing up in [are] a lot of people in your career who will tug and pull Miami gave me a taste of what everybody listens to around the world.” you in certain areas, but that only makes you stronger. It shows you what you Now living with his brother in Coconut Grove, not too far from where he grew really want to make. That will push you to figure out who [you are].” up, Cab relishes his newfound success in the town that made him. “I love Miami,” Plenty believe in what Cab is doing, too. He’s been on the go—most recently in he says. “The more I spend time here, the more it feels like home. There’s so Los Angeles, filming a video for his track “Fables” from his first album, Where I much to the city, but it feels so small at the same time. And it’s just growing and Belong, after returning from a month-long stint in Europe, opening for his mentor growing. There’s no place like that.” OD Pharrell Williams on the producer’s Dear Girl tour.

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“I’m pretty active; I do muay Thai and I box. Those are two things I like to train for when I’m not working.”

“I like Robert Rodriguez a lot: where he is, his passion, and the stories he tells.”

miami Pal:

“There’s nothing like getting frituras de malanga at Sergio’s (1640 NW 87th Ave., Miami) or vaca frita at Versailles (3555 SW Eighth St., Miami).”

“Pitbull is a dear, dear friend. He’s someone I go to whenever I need advice. He’s a very great businessman.”

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“You definitely grow up fast and you get your wits about you at a young age,” actress Natalie Martinez says of her Miami childhood. “I’m very grateful for it now.” The 30-year-old is a true Miamian: Born at Baptist Hospital to Cuban immigrant parents, she was raised in Cutler Ridge and then attended St. Brendan High School. With her high cheekbones and a mane of wavy chestnut locks, it’s little wonder that Martinez is hypnotizing in front of the camera. But as a teenager, her future

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career plans were on a decidedly different track. “I wanted to be a neonatal nurse,” she says. “I wanted to work in the maternity ward and deliver babies.” But at 17, what might be called mother’s intuition intervened. “My mom made me go to this modeling contest and I ended up winning.” Part of the prize was a photo shoot in Los Angeles for four days and, as Martinez puts it, “I just never left.” That was 12 years ago, and the actress has been racking up increasingly more impressive screen credits ever since. While starring in Justin Timberlake’s “Señorita” video may be one of her most viral moments, Martinez is quick to point out that her biggest professional successes feature her for more than just a few minutes on screen. “The videos, I’ve always thought they were a lot of fun to do, but I’ve only done them with friends. I never thought of [them] as a big break.” Television viewers know her better as Sheriff Linda Esquivel on Stephen King’s Under the Dome on CBS, where Martinez’s character unfortunately met a very uncomfortable demise. “I got smushed by a car,” she sighs. This spring finds Martinez very much alive, however, and starring in two major productions. On ABC’s new drama Secrets and Lies, the actress plays a mourning young mother alongside Ryan Phillippe. “Each episode will leave you dumbfounded,” she says. “There’s a curveball at the end of every one.” In April, she’ll hit the big screen with Selfless, a cerebral suspense film featuring heavyweights like Ben Kingsley and Michelle Dockery (Downton Abbey). “I tend to play very strong, emotionally distraught characters,” she notes wryly. While her professional career is in full swing, Martinez still finds time to return home. “I always miss my grandmother’s cooking; that’s for sure,” she says. “I miss all of the things you kind of take for granted in Miami.” OD

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Since meeting 10 years ago, now husband and wife Jay and Laura Parker filled their lives with a shared passion for philanthropy. But it’s Laura’s unwavering dedication to the protection and care of animals that’s the cause nearest and dearest to their hearts. Growing up in Italy, Laura’s exposure to animals was most often to those that ended up on the dinner table—a memory that inspired her to become a vegetarian nearly 14 years ago. Around that same time, Laura bought a dog, Astro, from a pet store and found her life’s calling: helping animals that can’t help themselves. “I bought Astro because I didn’t know about shelters then,” says Laura. “I’m 100 percent convinced he was from a puppy mill. He had problems from the day that I brought him home—skin problems, health issues. My devotion started with Astro, and then it allowed me to help other dogs in need. I started to volunteer at local shelters and get involved with other animal organizations.” And so, it was a natural evolution for the Parkers to become intimately

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involved with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). The organization doesn’t just provide funds for temporary fixes to problems like puppy mills, fighting pits, hoarders, neglect, and natural disasters; as Laura points out, the HSUS takes the time to educate the public and take on issues like animal abuse and wildlife rehabilitation head on. Most importantly, “it changes laws and fights for all kinds of animals,” she says. This month, the Parkers will be cochairing the HSUS’s inaugural Celebrating Animals/Confronting Cruelty Miami event on March 27 as part of the organization’s mission to educate and inspire others. The event’s leadership committee is an impressive group of Miami power players (and animal enthusiasts), including activist/model/socialite Amanda Hearst and international designer Tui Pranich. Celebrities such as Ellen DeGeneres, Portia de Rossi, and Kesha round out the Honorary Committee. During the event, guests will be treated to programming that further continued on page 158

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PeOPle spirit of generosity Charity register Opportunities to give. The CadillaC Championship Tee up to support The First Tee, Make-A-Wish Southern Florida, The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward, and other local organizations at this annual celebrity golf tournament. When: Wednesday, March 4, to Saturday, March 8 Where: Trump National Doral, 4400 NW 87th Ave., Doral

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explains what HSUS does and the effectiveness of legislation presented to Congress and the Senate, and provide information on the animal protection the organization offers both locally and around the globe. However, there will be plenty of time to mingle as well, with a cocktail reception, a gourmet vegan dining experience, and a performance by jazz singer Nicole Henry on the agenda. Laura’s intense devotion to animal rights is something Jay hopes is contagious among the event’s attendees. “Laura’s compassion for animals is really extraordinary,” says Jay, the CEO of Florida brokerage at Douglas Elliman. In their everyday life, the couple might rescue birds during a torrential downpour or hold up traffic to save a stranded animal. This commitment to all creatures is something they’ve passed along to their two children by regularly fostering animals at home. “Laura basically took half of the garage and turned it into a day care center with air-conditioning and television. The dogs that Laura rescues have television because she thinks they actually watch it,” says Jay. “Probably

just in our home alone we’ve rescued and saved more than 20 dogs. And over the last 10 years, I would never even be able to quantify the number of animals we’ve rescued.” Sadly, Laura recently lost three of her dogs (including Astro), so she’s taking a break from having canines as pets while she grieves. But for Christmas, Jay gave his blessing for Laura to try something new, and rescue a horse. She visits the equine in Wellington and goes riding twice a week, and Laura loves having the opportunity to teach her kids about the important connection humans and horses can have. “An animal should not live its entire life in a cage [so small] they cannot even turn around,” says Laura. “If more people knew, if more people were educated [about animals], they would be able to make better choices.” The Humane

Society of the United States’ Celebrating Animals/ Confronting Cruelty: Miami benefit takes place Friday, March 27, at The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort, 9703 Collins Ave.; visit humanesociety.org for tickets or more information. OD

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Beach, Broward, and MiamiDade Counties. 255+: Number of species of wildlife rescued and rehabilitated by the SFWC. 60+: Number of SFWC staff members who team up to care for area wildlife, 365 days a year.

2,635: Number of animal cruelty calls received on the HSUS tip line (1-877-TIPHSUS) in 2014. 100,000+: Number of animals HSUS affliates provide services and hands-on care to each year.

Help The Women of Tomorrow Mentor & Scholarship Program create educational, inspiring, and empowering opportunities for young women at the organization’s eighth annual gala. When: Saturday, March 7, at 6 pm Where: TBD Contact: womenoftomorrow.org

Bass museum oF aRT Celebrate A Night at the Museum with Miami’s prominent arts patrons and philanthropists to support the initiatives of the Bass Museum of Art. When: Wednesday, March 11, at 8 pm Where: Bass Museum of Art, 2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach Contact: bassmuseum.org

ameRiCan Red CRoss Ball chairs Marile and Jorge Luis Lopez welcome guests to the 33rd annual American Red Cross Ball, an evening of dinner, dancing, and live music that benefts the American Red Cross Greater Miami and The Keys. When: Saturday, March 14, at 7 pm Where: The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, 455 Grand Bay Dr., Key Biscayne Contact: redcross.org

liTTle liGhThouse FoundaTion Join revelers for the Hearts & Stars Gala: Casablanca, an annual bash at a private Miami Beach estate to support children and families who face medical, educational, emotional, and fnancial challenges. When: Saturday, March 14, at 8 pm Where: Terra Veritatis, 4949 Pine Tree Dr., Miami Beach Contact: heartsandstarsgala.com

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On a perfectly “Miami” winter evening, it seemed as if all of Miami had slipped into their finest cocktail attire for the Pérez Art Museum Miami’s Art of the Party presented by Louis Vuitton. Among the many distinguished guests, including recording artist and celebrated Miami native Pitbull, supermodel Karolina Kurkova stood out, radiant alongside husband Archie Drury. Kurkova was one of hundreds who attended the three-part event to support the museum’s education programming. From the Chef’s Table four-course dinner on the museum’s East Portico to the Supper Club dinner lounge upstairs in the museum’s special exhibition galleries and the outdoor Remix afterparty on the Knight Plaza, Kurkova cheerfully mixed and mingled with the evening’s guests and performers, including Mr. Cheng, an artist who entertained with Chinese paper-cutting, and the 20-person flash mob that broke into choreographed dance to Fergie’s “A Little Party Never Killed Nobody.” The supermodel mom showed off the figure that launched her career in a brilliant orange tailored Roland Mouret dress with subtle cutouts, black single-sole strappy heels, and an Eva Fehren “X” bracelet.

Karolina Kurkova at Pérez Art Museum Miami’s Art of the Party presented by Louis Vuitton. Dress, Roland Mouret. Bracelet, Eva Fehren.

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SHOT ON SITE Photography by Seth Browarnik Marc Megna, Will Smith, and Chris Paciello at Anatomy at 1220.

Ellie Goulding at her birthday at Basement Bowl at The Edition Miami Beach.

David Guetta and Mr. Brainwash at LIV at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

Joe Jonas and Bruce Starr at 27 Restaurant & Bar.

Jorge Pérez, Pitbull, Stephen Ross, and Carlos Gimenez at Pérez Art Museum Miami’s Art of the Party presented by Louis Vuitton.

Simply Jess and Jamie Foxx at LIV at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

Marc Bell and Wiz Khalifa at Bell and Marc Leder’s reception with Alec Monopoly at the SLS Miami Beach.

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STARS & HYPE NEVER A CITY with a shortage of boldfacers, Miami hosted a slew of A-list mentionables, like Miley Cyrus and beau Patrick Schwarzenegger, Fabolous, Sean “Diddy” Combs, Joe Jonas, and Ellie Goulding, who partied till the wee hours. Meanwhile, the height of gala season carried on as Christian and Brittany Slater joined beloved anchor Belkys Nerey at the annual Voices for Children gala, and Pitbull mingled with Jorge Pérez, Stephen Ross, and Mayor Carlos Gimenez for the PAMM Art of the Party presented by Louis Vuitton.

Patrick Schwarzenegger and Miley Cyrus at LIV at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

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Brittany and Christian Slater, and Belkys Nerey at the Voices for Children Foundation’s Be a Voice, Feel the Passion gala at the Mandarin Oriental, Miami.

Sean “Diddy” Combs, Quincy Combs, and Purple at LIV at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.


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Rodolphe Nantas, Alec Monopoly, and Matthew Chevallard at the Del Toro x Alec Monopoly limited-edition launch at The Webster.

Fabio Viviani and Benjamin McKenzie at Siena Tavern.

Nina Agdal at Barry’s Bootcamp Miami Beach surprise class takeover.

Paris and Nicky Hilton at Wall at the W South Beach.

Ne-Yo, Rico Love, and DJ Steph Floss at FDR at the Delano.

Chris Young, Jeff Koons, and Josh Groban at the National YoungArts Backyard Ball.

Debby London Coda, Flo Rida, and Julieanna “Julz” Goddard at FDR at the Delano.

Michael Bay and Alex Mitchell at The Little Lighthouse Foundation’s Toy Drive.

Jason Derulo and Moe Garcia at LIV at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

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MANY A CELEBRITY flocked to the Magic City to get a taste of the tropics. The Hilton sisters, Paris and Nicky, flitted about at Wall at the W South Beach, and Benjamin McKenzie from throwback The OC stopped in to Siena Tavern to say hey to Top Chef Fabio Viviani, while in Sunset Harbour,

supermodel Nina Agdal surprised Barry’s Bootcamp guests for an amped workout during a class takeover. Over at the YoungArts National Headquarters, cultural patrons donned their gala best to honor Jeff Koons, Chris Young, and Josh Groban for their contributions to the arts. Diplo, Skrillex, and DJ Snake at Story.

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Jennifer Bell, Kalex Velez, and Maddalena Segato, with Micky and Madeleine Arison at Marc Bell and Marc Leder’s reception with Alec Monopoly at the SLS Miami Beach.

Dan and Trish Bell at the aquarium cement pour at the new Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science.

Martina Borgomanero Basabe and Fabian Basabe at the Lique Miami Restaurant & Lounge opening.

Esther Park and Lisa Akin at the Ted’s Lounge VIP opening at YoungArts National Headquarters.

Julio Cabrera and Zack Bush at Ball & Chain.

Victor Calderone and Emi Guerra at Story.

Tomás Regalado and Matthew Corrin at Freshii’s grand opening in Wynwood.

Rene Pereda, Veronica Gessa, Michelle Leshem, and Sean Drake at the Citi Bike launch at Bayfront Park.

Aileen Quintana and Jacques Smith at Discobox at Basement at The Edition Miami Beach.

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Susie and Walid Wahab, with Iran Issa-Khan at Pérez Art Museum Miami’s Art of the Party presented by Louis Vuitton.

Greta Pastrana, Alexander Mijares, and Cameron Cervera at the BrickellHouse sneak preview.


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Ann, Alexander, and Annabelle Dexter-Jones, Mark Ronson, Mick and Chris Jones, Charlotte Ronson, Roman Jones, and Samantha Ronson at Mick’s birthday at Sidebar.

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Luanne Rose, Serena Williams, and Michael Rose at Williams’s Ultimate Run South Beach VIP welcome reception.

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Mark Cuban and Jorge Moreno at the NATPE 2015 conference at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

Howie Mandel and Jay Leno at the Brandon Tartikoff Legacy Awards at the NATPE 2015 conference at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

Daymond John and Kevin O’Leary at the NATPE 2015 conference at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Nick Jonas and Olivia Culpo at the Miss Universe 2015 pageant at Trump National Doral Miami.

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Brooke Burke-Charvet at the Brandon Tartikoff Legacy Awards at the NATPE 2015 conference at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

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season, media’s heavy hitters convened to talk industry trends at the annual NATPE 2015 conference at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach. All the regulars were in attendance, from Eva Longoria to Howie Mandel and Jay Leno, Shark Tank’s Daymond John and Kevin O’Leary, Netflix’s Ted Sarandos and Mitchell Hurwitz, creator of Arrested Development, and Vince Gilligan, creator of Breaking Bad. Romero Britto and Gabriela Isler at the Miss Universe Pop Art Experience at Britto’s Wynwood studio.


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Carolina and Nelson Hincapie at the Be A Voice, Feel the Passion gala presented by Harry Winston to benefit Voices for Children at the Mandarin Oriental, Miami.

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PHILANTHROPIC FÊTES WERE the theme around town as Miami’s most generous do-gooders gathered to support worthy causes. Patrons like Carolina and Nelson Hincapie and Daniela Swaebe and Michael Comras helped raise awareness for Voices for Children at the annual Be A Voice, Feel the Passion evening, while Ashley and Josh Liemer and Sebastian Guejman and Ashley Turchin met at YoungArts’ most celebrated event of the year, the National YoungArts Backyard Ball, to honor today’s prominent artists and help fund programming.

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Sandra Santiago and Alex Fernandez at the Be A Voice, Feel the Passion gala presented by Harry Winston to benefit Voices for Children at the Mandarin Oriental, Miami.

Sebastian Guejman and Ashley Turchin at the National YoungArts Backyard Ball.

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Natalie Morales and Thomas Roberts at the Miss Universe 2015 pageant at Trump National Doral Miami.

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Nicole del Castillo at the Be A Voice, Feel the Passion gala presented by Harry Winston to benefit Voices for Children at the Mandarin Oriental, Miami.

Daniela Swaebe and Michael Comras at the Be A Voice, Feel the Passion gala presented by Harry Winston to benefit Voices for Children at the Mandarin Oriental, Miami.

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Fresh start

MiaMi restaurateurs husband-and-wife duo tunu and Yona Puri bring a slice of italY to brickell with the oPening of Tamarina. by carla torres

It’s date night in Miami’s Financial District and sparks are flying in the dining room of Tamarina, a dimly lit glass-walled beauty brimming with allure and coastal Italian cuisine. As a table of easy-on-the-eyes guests dine on impeccably shucked oysters with a raspberry mignonette, the barman behind the leather-wrapped marble bar crafts his own balsamic beet shrub to mix with Amaro Nonino, a grappa infusion from one of Italy’s oldest distillers from the 1930s. “That was the era of Italian glamour,” says co-owner Yona Puri, “which is exactly what I wanted when we decided to build a new restaurant.” She and her husband, Tunu Puri, opened Lippi in the same Brickell Avenue corner in 2013, before

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Oysters with a raspberry mignonette are highlights of the coastal cuisine at Tamarina.

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Cheers to that!

Tamarina’s laid-back dining room; Executive Chef Israel Mora’s Mediterranean roots inspire his menu at Tamarina; Mora complements wahoo crudo with Puglian olive oil and exotic salts.

shutting its doors less than two years later. “French high dining for 200 seats was a bit too early for Miami,” she explains. “People want to be at ease.” And at Tamarina, laid-back refinement is as suffused in the décor as it is in the menu. This can be seen when walking into the cavernous space, where sheer floor-to-ceiling curtains envelop the antique chef’s table, or tasted in the wahoo crudo, which Executive Chef Israel Mora drizzles with Puglian olive oil and sprinkles with a pinch of his exotic salts. Prior to being plucked by the Puris, Mora was mastering his craft as sous chef at the acclaimed Zuma (where Puri is an investor). Even with a résumé that speaks for itself, Mora

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remains modest about his not-so-humble beginnings, which include the Michelin-starred El Poblet in his native country of Spain. His Mediterranean roots crop up throughout much of the menu and can be best evidenced in the adobo-seasoned Chilean sea bass adorned with a smear of classic Italian salmoriglio puree. The flavorful charred skin gives way to a buttery filet that tears with one touch of the fork, revealing Mora’s prowess for cooking fish. Uncooked seafood may be Tamarina’s biggest draw, however. “Miami is so crudo-oriented,” says Yona. “But crudo is also very Italian.” To represent both worlds, fish is sourced from the Amalfi

“MiaMi is so crudooriented, but crudo is also very italian.” —yona puri

and South Florida Coasts. “We keep the original flavor of the product and let the acidity come from other ingredients,” says Mora. Such is the case with the local yellowtail snapper crudo, which derives its acidity from cucumber- and horseradish-infused balsamic. Of course, no coastal Italian restaurant would be complete without pasta. Tamarina’s iterations, made fresh and in-house, cover all the Italian classics. Think spinach and ricotta ravioli in a bubbling sage butter sauce,

garlicky spaghetti vongole, or hearty tagliatelle Bolognese. Risotto is laden with Parmigiano-Reggiano and paired with the season’s best offering, be it porcini mushrooms, asparagus, or white truffles. “We are ingredient-driven,” says Yona. “Freshness is our passion.” Exactly the type of ethos you might expect from a restaurant not afraid to let the food do all the talking. 600 Brickell Ave., Miami, 305-579-1888; tamarina restaurants.com OD

Florida Meets italy “We’re all about localizing wherever makes sense without straying from our Italian roots,” says Executive Chef Israel Mora. A divine example is Tamarina’s rendition of Florida’s quintessential dessert, Key lime pie, or in this case, Key lime torta di ricotta. Just as the name implies, Mora melds ricotta cheesecake with Key lime cream, then tops the sweet creation with mangopassion foam—a bit of tropical Italian perfection.

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“This one is for the ladies,” says Yona Puri, who transformed Tamarina’s terrace into an alfresco sparkling wine playground to complement the restaurant’s crudo bar. “I love Champagne, so I had to have a Champagne bar.” Choose from a worldwide selection of bubbly to sip on while slurping a dozen bivalves.



taste Cui-scene OTC’s lively scene makes the restaurant a popular brunch spot.

The Pink Flamingo cocktail from Blackbird Ordinary is made with pistachioinfused gin, house-made raspberry syrup, and fresh raspberries.

When in need of nourishment during this month’s ultra music festival, hit these spots in nearby brickell and doWntoWn. by carla torres As Ultra Music Festival makes it way back to Bayfront Park for its 17th rendition, downtown and Brickell flood with partygoers ready to untz-untz the day and night away. But somewhere between all that dancing, food is in order. Here, Ocean Drive takes a look at spots near the festival to keep your thirst quenched, stomach lined, and the party going.

Flamingo (raw pistachioinfused gin, house-made raspberry syrup, fresh raspberries, egg white, and lemon). Not your style? Choose from 15 other fresh libations, sometimes made from herbs from the garden out back, or try the only Long Island iced tea on tap in the city. 729 SW First Ave., Miami, 305-671-3307; blackbirdordinary.com

DRin up:

You’ll need some wholesome foods to counteract last night’s boozing, and satiate you for the day ahead. OTC’s brunch—specifically the Korean-style chicken and

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Brickell’s hippest bar has introduced a bevy of clever cocktails to get your party juices flowing. Imbibe a Pink

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waffles with miso aioli, or the Coca-Cola-braised pulled pork grilled fontina cheese sandwich—readily fits the bill. Then get a jump on the day’s party with bottomless mimosas. 1250 S. Miami Ave., Miami, 305-374-4612; otc-restaurants.com

hOO up: siDeBaR Brickell’s most clandestine watering hole, hidden beneath the I-95 overpass on Calle Ocho, is exactly the kind of place you go when you don’t want to be found. Allow yourself to be seduced by the dim lighting via drop-down chandeliers, tufted leather couches, ample dance space,

Classy COC Tails:

MO BaR + lOunge

If what you require is something more than a mere vodka tonic, shake things up at MO Bar. Tucked into the lobby of the Mandarin Oriental, the elegant lounge vaunts throwback cocktails prepped with fresh, house-made ingredients, herbs, and premium liquors by expert mixologist Angelo Vieira (The Florida Room, Sunset Lounge). Sip on mint juleps, Hemingway daiquiris, sazeracs, or a proper Manhattan, all while overlooking the bay, and Brickell beyond. 500

Brickell Key Dr., Miami, 305-913-8288; mandarinoriental.com

ReeneRgize: Ten FRuiTs

Amid all Ultra’s beats-perminute, your body will beg for liquid fuel (and not the alcoholic type). Recharge your batteries with some good ol’ nutrients (fruits and veggies). “Ultra goers don’t eat the whole weekend, but this is a very healthy meal in a glass,” says Ten Fruits owner David Polinsky about his pure, nonpasteurized, and wholesome concoctions. The Andean Elixir smoothie (quinoa, banana, lucuma, maca, carob, honey, and almond milk) will bring you back to life. 143 NE Third Ave., Miami, 305-373-7678; tenfruits.com

Chill OuT: BeTTeR Days The level of cool is high at Better Days—think vintage couches, ’70s Playboy magazines, chalkboard tabletops, and Ouija boards. What started off as Brickell’s first pop-up bar has turned cONTiNuED ON PAgE 184

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groovy tunes, and drinks that do the trick. Unwind among the sexy bar scene and outdoor garden as local artists such as Jacuzzi Boys, Ketchy Shuby, and Problem Kids provide a live music soundtrack. “I look forward to bringing a modern take on music, nightlife, and ambience to this street, and being part of Calle Ocho’s renaissance,” says owner Jason Odio. 337 SW Eighth St., Miami, 786-703-6973



taste Cui-scene into an after-work hangout for folks in the hospitality industry looking for a nightcap. Do the same with the Michael Oughta Know Better, an extra-spiced blend of Modelo Especial and Clamato juice with a salted rim. 500 Brickell Bldg., Miami, 786-220-7690; betterdaysmiami.com

Crazy About You, a casual eatery, offers stunning views of Biscayne Bay. below, from left: mo bar’s Knickerbocker a la Monsieur; Ten Fruits’ high-protein, wholewheat waffle with banana, blueberry, and strawberry topping.

Dinner Feast: Crazy about you

Get a dose of fresh air and some supper at Crazy About You. The upbeat, casual eatery offers breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay and a prix-fixe menu with all the fixings. Start with one of 10 appetizers (the Serrano ham croquettes are just like the spheres at sister restaurant Dolores Lolita), then choose among more than a dozen entrées. For dessert, spin the Ferris-wheel menu of sweets. 1155 Brickell Bay Dr., No. 101, Miami, 305-377-4442; crazyaboutyourestaurant.com

Carbs to burn: Moyé At some point during the weekend, the urge for a hefty bowl of pasta will arise. Head to Moyé, where the owners of Sardinia Enoteca bring classic Italian fare from Puglia (the birthplace of burrata) to the Brickell neighborhood. The menu boasts pasta of all shapes and sauces (try the troccoli cacio e pepe), as well as house-made mozze. Indulge—you’re guaranteed to burn it off later dancing. 829 SW First Ave., Miami, 305-371-5168; moyemiami.com

Late night: the Corner

They say nothing good happens after 2 am, but at The Corner, you can have a crazy madame (that’s a croque-madame with bacon and onion), deconstructed

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deviled eggs, and Ernest Hemingway’s lethal blend of absinthe and Champagne (known as Death in the Afternoon) till the wee hours of the morning. The Corner gives midnight snacking a whole new meaning. 1035 N. Miami Ave., Miami, 305-9617887; thecornermiami.com

aFterparty: CLub spaCe

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served on the infamous Space terrace have circulated for years, but only a few have experienced this phenomenon firsthand. Chances are high during Winter Music Conference, when top DJs forego the mainstream and get real underground during the club’s after hours, taking the crowd on a journey to outer space well into the hours of the

morning, sometimes going straight through to evening of the next day. 34 NE 11th St., Miami, 305-375-0001; clubspace.com

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After all is said and done (and when everything else has closed), make your way to Miami’s first and only 24/7

three-story cabaret club where the party never stops. Depending on your time of arrival, enjoy Cirque du Soleil-inspired performances on the hydraulic stage, danceclub-style bottle service, an Italian dinner from celebrity chef Carla Pellegrino, or a three-hour-plus DJ set on a swank rooftop as the sun comes up. 29 NE 11th St., Miami, 305-829-2911; 11miami.com OD


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taste the Dish

From mexico to miami ScallopS With poblano Rice Sizzle at bRickell’S neW impoRt, Cantina La Veinte. by lee klein

The raw, pearly white scallops, lined up on a plate in the kitchen of Cantina La Veinte, are so ludicrously plump they look as though they’re stolen from Fernando Botero’s dreams. Executive Chef Santiago Gomez has set the shellfish aside for the moment while waiting for a black pan on the burner to become “really, really hot—until you see a little bit of smoke.” Cantina La Veinte itself has been smoking hot from the moment it opened at Icon Brickell this past July. The stunning waterfront restaurant, which couples a sexy bar scene with upscale renditions of traditional Mexican fare, has already been successfully branded south of the border. Gomez, who helmed the Cantina La Veinte in his native Mexico City, was brought in to ensure a smooth transition for this first US venture.

Painter’s palette: Golden scallops with green poblano rice, splashes of beet juice, and colorful pansies at Cantina La Veinte.

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taste the Dish Executive Chef Santiago Gomez in the kitchen at Cantina La Veinte.

“I love scallops. so I saId, ‘We have to do our oWn MexIcan versIon.’” —santiago gomez

“It’s not something we have on the menu in Mexico, but we knew we wanted to do more seafood here because we’re right by the water,” says Gomez as he points toward the dining room windows that frame a glistening Biscayne Bay. “When I came to Miami to check out the restaurants, I saw that everyone had scallops. And I love scallops. So I said, ‘We have to do our own Mexican version.’ It’s become a signature dish. The customers love it.”

Creating the Palette The dish’s execution begins with preparing the accompaniments. This entails cooking short grain rice in a bright, Kelly green juice culled from cilantro and poblano peppers (plus a little bit of cream), and reducing a pure liquid essence of beets until it becomes syrupy. “We cook the beets in beet juice for a stronger flavor, and then blend them,” says Gomez. Checking on the simmering beet concentrate, he gives the rice a brisk stir, and pats the trio of scallops dry “to give them a good sear.” As the generously salted bivalves and a bit of clarified butter hit the now smoldering pan, a slim spiral of smoke rises from the open kitchen and dissipates into aromatic vapor. The chef tilts the pan to collect clarified butter in a tablespoon, which he then uses to baste the sizzling scallops. “This way, the butter flavor gets in,” he explains as he flips each one over. In the blink of an eye, the scallops are ready to be plated, awaiting only a last-second drizzle of truffle oil.

The chef finishes the dish with white truffle oil. above: Scallops are seared in butter while the bright green rice is heating.

The presentation pops with radiant colors. Each darkly caramelized scallop is carefully positioned atop a dollop of the bright green rice; the rest of the plate is a painter’s palette of deep burgundy beet juice, cilantro micro sprouts, and dazzling dabs of pansies. The unique interplay of flavors is no less brilliant: sweet scallops and beets balanced by the mild piquancy of poblano and a pungent punctuation of cilantro. The al dente rice likewise contributes a textural bite to counter the meltingly soft shellfish. An earthy truffle taste announces itself last, like the finish in a fine wine.

artful imBiBing Chef Gomez thinks a Mexican beer would pair well with the seafood and contrasting flavors, “and a good tequila or mezcal would be even better.” It just so happens that along with this distinctively delicious scallop dish, Cantina La Veinte boasts one of the most extensive tequila and mezcal collections in the country. 465 Brickell Ave., Miami, 786-623-6135 OD

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ALBERTO CABRERA’S UNORTHODOX SUB SHOP IS SHAPING LITTLE HAVANA’S CULINARY RESURGENCE ONE SANDWICH AT A TIME. BY CARLA TORRES Sandwiches are having a moment, so much so that Bread + Butter chef and owner Alberto Cabrera made them the star of the show at Little Bread Cuban Sandwich Co., an unconventional sandwichery in the heart of Little Havana. “We’re focusing on the old-school Cuban classics but adding a present-day American twist,” he says. “We’re reinventing the sandwich wheel.” Cabrera changes up the classic Cuban with pork belly rillette instead of sliced pork; his Media Noche is a triple-decker club on brioche with porchetta and mustard caviar. Little Bread’s menu also proffers not-so-little snacks like smoked chicken wings with kimchi and Florida honey as well as sweet afterthoughts in the form of guava pound cake with cream cheese frosting, which pairs extremely well with a game of dominoes on the eatery’s backyard patio. 541 SW 12th Ave., Miami, 786-420-2672; lilbread.com

Angel hair pasta with crab, Calabrian chili, and lemon breadcrumbs from Proof Pizza & Pasta.

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HUSH BAR + LOUNGE’s secretive entrance and chill vibe make it a must-stop for locals.

IN AN OUT-OF-THE-WAY SETTING, a block from Lincoln Road, you’ll find Hush Bar + Lounge, an unfussy watering hole geared toward locals looking for a shadowy spot to let loose and hear live music. Open seven nights a week, Hush offers food from neighboring Oolite, craft beer, simple cocktails, and a pool table. “I like this place because it’s off Washington Avenue and off the [radar],” says manager and nightlife veteran Bobby Brandt. “It’s quiet.” 1661 Pennsylvania Ave., Miami Beach, 786-540-4874 OD

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“Chefs love eating oysters on their days off,” says chef Jamie DeRosa, who won’t have to travel far for his bivalve fix, as he’s opened Izzy’s Fish & Oyster down the street from his Tongue & Cheek. Named after his daughter Isabela, the quaint 40-seater is a tribute to the seafood shacks of eastern Long Island and New England. “Being from Long Island, we knew how important authenticity would be to this kind of concept,” he says, a truth evidenced by the Point Judith littleneck steamers or New England clam chowder with house-made oyster crackers. 423 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-397-8843; izzysmiami.com

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Sweetbread milanesa with Swiss cheese and country ham vinaigrette.

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Alex Chang, a chef and star of Paladar (a documentary about two USC students who operated an illegal, underground supper club restaurant on campus), is at the helm of Vagabond Restaurant, part of the iconic Vagabond Hotel’s resurrection. Chang’s approach is to act locally and think globally, using his travels and Mexican-Chinese descent as an inspiration for the menu, but sticking to ingredients from Florida. “No apples grow in Florida, so we’re not going to put apples on the menu,” he says. Instead, jerk chicken wings smoked over fresh allspice leaves and served with pikliz (Haitian spicy pickled vegetables) pay tribute to Miami’s Caribbean influence. 7301 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 786-409-5716

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Proof Pizza & Pasta’s wood-burning oven produces between 850 and 900 degrees of heat. “It’s the Neapolitan standard [and] makes the crust rise quicker,” says chef and owner Justin Flit, who prior to opening the Midtown eatery was executive sous chef at Bourbon Steak. At Proof, he and chef de cuisine Matt DePante sling pies topped with house-made fennel sausage, oxtail, or Parmesan fonduta. Also try the pasta selections, like angel hair with crab, Calabrian chili, and lemon breadcrumbs. Save room, if you can, for the colossal macaron ice cream sandwich. 3328 N. Miami Ave., Miami, 786-5369562; proofpizza.com


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a new kind of vibe ravitZ taps into her miami roots and Zo creative legacy for a new blockbuster film—and an in-demand band. by Ray Rogers // photography by Warwick Saint // styling by Jen Patryn

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rolicking in the Miami surf in a rare moment of downtime, Zoë Kravitz looks the spitting image of her mother, Lisa Bonet (who rose to fame in the ’80s on The Cosby Show). Black cornrows swing down to her midsection; a wisp of a black bikini shows off her enviably toned body. The child of Bonet and Miami fixture and rock icon Lenny Kravitz, Zoë is forging her own artistic path in each of her parents’ main fields: on-screen, where this month she reprises her role as Christina in Insurgent, the second installment of the young-adult franchise Divergent, and onstage, where she fronts the electro-glitch-pop trio Lolawolf. This past Art Basel, Kravitz’s band wowed an invite-only crowd at the rock ’n’ roll jeweler Chrome Hearts’ Miami pop-up shop party. Given her bloodlines, it’s no surprise that Kravitz’s self-professed need to create is simply a part of her DNA. “It’s always what I’ve done, before I even had a real understanding of how the rest of the world saw my parents,” she says. “My dad was always really supportive. My mom always wanted to make sure that this is what I really wanted to do before being in the public eye myself. They knew that’s genuinely who I am—I don’t know what else I would do if I wasn’t creating.”

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“MiaMi is so beautiful, you have that to fall back on when everything else is falling apart.”

Skirt, Versace ($1,975). Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-864-0044; versace.com. Bra, Altuzarra (price on request). Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour Shops, 305-865-1100; saks.com. Black diamond lip ring, Meadowlark ($254). latestrevival.com. Modern screw-cuff necklace ($450) and gold-plated cuffs ($195–$225), Miansai. The Webster, 1220 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-7899; thewebstermiami.com. Rose coin slot bracelet, Michelle Campbell ($275). Atrium, 1931 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-695-0757; atriumnyc.com. Infinity bent rings, Fallon ($175 each). Barneys New York, 832 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-421-2010; barneys.com opposite page: Murano tuxedo vest ($1,690),

Santa Croce top (price on request), and bra (price on request), Altuzarra. Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-865-1100; saks.com. Shorts, Costume National ($690). costumenational.com. Molded body chain ($360) and pearl hand piece ($164), Cornelia Webb. corneliawebb.com. 18k gold vermeil Rocket earrings ($330), Shield ear cuff ($148), Galaxies bangle ($389), and rings ($168–$235), Gold Philosophy. goldphilosophy.com. 14k yellow-gold and white diamond two-sided Throwing Star bangles, Lynn Ban ($18,500–$20,500). Alchemist, 1109 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, 305-5314653; shopalchemist.com. Heels, Giuseppe Zanotti (price on request). Bal Harbour Shops, 305-868-0133; giuseppezanottidesign.com

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“It’s so Important to see females supportIng each other, especIally In fIlms for younger people.” That need for self-expression has manifested itself in a personal style that’s been a hit with the fashion crowd—she even collaborated with Swarovski on a jewelry line—but acting is her primary focus. Kravitz made her big-screen debut while still in high school in the Catherine Zeta-Jones/Aaron Eckhart rom-com, No Reservations. Since then, her roles have been a bit more envelope-pushing: a teen prostitute in the Jodie Foster pic The Brave One, a recurring part on Showtime’s Californication, a mutant in X-Men: First Class, and the compelling Nakia in this year’s Sundance hit Dope. But it was her role as Christina, the protective friend to Shailene Woodley’s Tris in the young-adult sci-fi flick Divergent, that brought her wider acclaim; Kravitz reprises the role this month in the second installment. “[My character] Christina comes from the faction of Candor, which is all about honesty; I was really intrigued by that,” says Kravitz. “That’s why she’s kind of an open book—she’s feisty and she’s funny and she’s real—and those are the kind of people that I like to surround myself with, and I’m the same kind of person.” However, those character traits are not without their downsides, says Kravitz, who admits that “sometimes you go too far, where you just put your foot in your mouth. I definitely struggle with that, so I identified with that part of her. I love the friendship between her and Tris. It’s so important to see females supporting each other, especially in films for younger people. My girlfriends have kept me sane over the years, so I think their friendship and their bond is really beautiful.” Off-screen, Kravitz and Woodley developed a deep bond, too. While filming the sequel in Atlanta during a hot, muggy summer, the actresses would “always go to Shailene’s house and sit outside and drink wine.” Beyond the good friends she’s made, Kravitz is still pinching herself over the good fortune to work with Insurgent’s esteemed cast: “It was one of those moments when you look around the room and

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think, Oh my god, I’m shooting a scene with Naomi Watts and Kate Winslet—that’s absolutely insane!” she marvels. This summer, the star wattage amps up further when Kravitz will appear alongside A-listers Charlize Theron and Tom Hardy in George Miller’s blockbuster Mad Max: Fury Road. It’s the first Mad Max in 30 years, and Kravitz plays one of five wives who’ve been captured and are being pursued in a full-throttle car chase across the vast expanses of Namibia. “Aesthetically, it was the most beautiful, creative thing I have ever seen,” she recalls of the project, which came with a fair amount of frightening scenes. “It was really crazy and surreal and intense—we were out in the desert in the middle of nowhere, and all of a sudden, there’d be fire and bullets flying at us. It’s Mad Max, so it was definitely some gnarly shit we were doing.” When Kravitz isn’t filming, she channels her creative energy into Lolawolf, her band with Jimmy Giannopoulos and James Levy, which has grown from an off-the-cuff side project—“It’s always been something I do in my spare time when I’m not working on a film; it makes me feel happy and creative, and I don’t like being idle”—into a force of its own. ASAP Rocky costarred in their debut video for last year’s single “Jimmy Franco.” And the trio secured two major tours last year, as the opening act for Miley Cyrus and Lily Allen. “It was a big learning curve. We were used to playing really small venues, in front of people we know and love,” she recalls. The stadiums were a big leap. “Miley and Lily were both really supportive. Then there’s the truth of being an opening act: You’ve got to pay your dues. You’re not the band the audience came to see. It gives you thick skin, and you learn to perform even when the audience isn’t giving you that energy.” Their music, a unique mix of edgy, tribal rhythms and post-modern electro flourishes combined with Kravitz’s fierce commands and vulnerable soulfulness, calls to mind peers like Santigold and


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Fringe top ($1,140) and shorts ($690), Costume National. costumenational.com. Small Thorn septum ring ($245) and Henna chain ring set ($3,878), Meadowlark. latestrevival.com. 14k yellow-gold and white diamond Atomic earrings, Lynn Ban ($4,500). Alchemist, 1109 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, 305-531-4653; shopalchemist.com. Sandals, Pedro Garcia ($480). pedrogarcia.com beauty: Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 in Almond and Tan ($43 each), Secret Concealer in #3.7 ($24), and Secret Brightening Powder ($24). Neiman Marcus, Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-865-6161; neimanmarcus .com. Dior 5 Colour Eyeshadow in Amber Design ($60), Diorshow Black Out Mascara ($28), and Diorshow Art Pen ($32). Neiman Marcus, see above. Chantecaille Brilliant Gloss in Charm ($33). Neiman Marcus, see above. Julep Nail Polish in Amy ($14). julep.com. Sebastian Shaper Plus ($19). Ulta, 3301 SW 22nd St., Ste. 203, Miami, 305-704-6811; ulta.com

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“I can’t ImagIne what It’s lIke for people who come from very normal lIves and all of a sudden become famous.”

M.I.A. It’s a captivating sound that can confound listeners—including her parents. “At first, they were like, ‘Oh, what is this?’ Which is how everyone reacts to it. The music is kind of weird and different. It’s good when you can’t describe it right away or put a genre to it; it represents me well. Now my mom plays it in the house and my dad is super proud.” Dad even opens the doors to his multiple homes for the band to record in. Kravitz and bandmates Giannopoulos and Levy spent a few days this winter at her father’s Paris apartment to record new material before embarking on a European club tour. “My dad was out of town, so we were at the house just recording music and hanging out before our tour. We’re just trying to find a new kind of vibe.” Growing up, the vibe was one big extended clan. Though her high-profile parents separated when she was 3, Kravitz doesn’t have the typical hang-ups of a child of divorce. Rather, mom and dad remain tight and loving, and Zoë spent many years with each during her childhood, staying with her mother in Los Angeles until age 11, and then relocating with her father to Miami and New York. “My mom told me that it was important for me to spend time with him,” she remembers. “I’m sure it was hard, but she took it like a champ.” Lolawolf’s performance during Art Basel was a homecoming gig of sorts for the 26-year-old creative dynamo, who spent her formative years with her dad in the Magic City; she even attended Miami Country Day School from the ages of 11 to 15. “Those are really strange years—that weird in-between place between being an adult and a kid,” says Kravitz. “I associate my time in Miami with that.” Nevertheless, the city’s natural splendor gave her comfort then, as it does now. “Miami is so beautiful, you have that to fall back on when everything else is falling apart because you’re 13 and confused. You can go to the beach and lie outside.” Kravitz and her dad, whose eponymous design firm took off in Miami, put down roots in an exquisitely appointed modern villa on Sunset Island in Miami Beach. “It was big and everything was

white and clean-looking, and you weren’t allowed to drink anything dark,” she recalls. In her room hung an oversize portrait of Billie Holiday and various pieces of Holiday memorabilia, including the framed sheet of paper upon which she wrote “Lady Sings the Blues.” The family pet was a hairless dog named Ramon, a breed chosen to preserve the spotless look (no shedding). Ramon didn’t take to the freezing cold of New York City when Kravitz relocated up north, so he remained with friends in Miami. “I saw him last time I was here,” she says, admitting, “I feel kind of bad whenever I see him, too—I have that guilt!” Today, Kravitz enjoys a close relationship with her famous parents. “It makes things so easy that my parents are still very close, they have so much love for each other,” she says. “My dad and my step-dad [actor Jason Mamoa] get along really well, and my dad loves and is close with my brother and sister. It’s really beautiful. As long as everyone can be in the same room together, and have love for each other, it’s totally healthy.” She’s grateful for the exposure to a life in the limelight before embarking on her own career. “I can’t imagine what it’s like for people who come from very normal lives and all of a sudden become famous. I’ve been lucky enough to dip my toe in it and feel the water before I got in the pool.” While her romantic history—which reportedly includes paramours ranging from Gossip Girl’s Penn Badgley to X-Men costar Michael Fassbender to Boris Becker’s son, designer/DJ Noah Becker—has provided fodder for the tabloids over the years, she’s single now, focused on her career and art. “I’m never in one place for more than a couple of weeks, and when I’m home, I just want to be home and do normal things—do the laundry and clean my house and have brunch with friends,” she says. But when Kravitz does date, she notes, a sense of humor is paramount. “I don’t have much of a type; the most important thing to me in a relationship is that they can make me laugh and I can make them laugh. Laughing is just the deepest, sexiest thing.” Spoken like a true free spirit. OD

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Flower Power Welcome Warmer Weather in freshly bold florals that add edge and soft sophistication to miami’s spring looks. photography by rene & radka styling by martina nilsson


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organza beaded flower dress ($6,190) and Russian gold flower necklace ($695), Oscar de la Renta. Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-868-7986; oscardelarenta.com this page: Cotton seersucker

dress, Hermès ($1,925). Miami Design District, 175 NE 40th St., 305-8680118; hermes.com

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($7,900), resin drop earrings (price on request), and Firenze T-strap sandals ($995), Altuzarra. Neiman Marcus, Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-865-6161; neiman marcus.com this page: Double linen

embroidered-collar dress, Valentino ($4,390). Miami Design District, 140 NE 39th St., 305-639-8851; valentino.com

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three-tiered silk dress, Lanvin ($5,150). Miami Design District, 150 NE 40th St., 305-864-4250; lanvin.com. Gunmetal crystal flower necklace, Oscar de la Renta ($1,195). Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-8687986; oscardelarenta.com. Flower Power Notte blue sandals, Casadei ($895). Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour Shops, 305-865-1100; saks.com opposite page: Pale Banane

embroidered cotton dress, Bottega Veneta ($10,000). Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-864-6247; bottegaveneta.com


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Embroidered black tulle gown, Dolce & Gabbana (price on request). Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-866-0503; dolcegabbana.com beauty: Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Moisture Foundation ($62). Sephora, 721 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-532-0904; sephora.com. Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz Eyebrow Pencil in Ash Blonde ($21). Sephora, see above. Givenchy Ombré Couture Cream Eyeshadow in Prune Taffetas and Brun Cachemire ($23 each). Sephora, see above. Tom Ford Lip Color in Sable Smoke ($50). Neiman Marcus, Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., 305-865-6161; neiman marcus.com. L’Oréal Paris EveryStyle Smooth & Shine Crème ($7), Elnett Hairspray Extra Strong Hold ($15), and EverStyle Texture Series Energizing Dry Shampoo ($7). lorealparisusa.com

Photography by Rene & Radka at Art Department Styling by Martina Nilsson at Opus Beauty Prop styling by Jason McKnight at Exclusive Artists Hair by Dimitris Giannetos at Opus Beauty using L’Oréal Paris Makeup by Kathy Jeung at Forward Artists using Givenchy Production by Art Department Model: Rachel Roberts (Next LA) Photo assistance by Adam Rondou Styling assistance by Jacquelyn Jones

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Dutch EDM DJ R3hab working the crowd with beats at Miami Beach nightclub Story.

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circuit city

As the mAdness of music Week hits miAmi, Ocean Drive tAkes A behind-the-scenes look At the hidden life of World-fAmous dJs. by Jon Warech photography by Gary James and Alex Markow


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to stay in shape and eat healthy because we’re always on a plane,” says internationally celebrated DJ Cedric Gervais, who estimates he travels 270 days a year. “If you don’t eat healthy and you don’t work out, you’re going to get sick and you’re going to miss gigs.” Missing gigs is obviously not something that arguably the world’s most popular DJ right now, Calvin Harris, did last year—Harris raked in an estimated $66 million last year, according to Forbes. On this day, there’s no time for workouts. A classic creative type, R3hab produces when the feeling hits him, and that time happens to be right now. He hunches over his laptop, hands moving like a classical music conductor as the music spills out and he puts together his set for the night. The procrastination is all part of the creative process. “I’ve played a big festival for 50,000 people and didn’t really prepare, and then two hours before, it clicks and it’s all done in a magical hour,” he says. “Or I can sit there and try to prepare three weeks ahead and nothing comes. When you start worrying about these things, then it doesn’t fall into place.” The music is only part of the package when it comes to a DJ performance. “There are multiple things that we look at when we decide which new guys we are going to try and push forward,” says Adam Russakoff, executive producer/director of

business affairs and talent buyer of Ultra Music Festival. “One of which would be music. Second, which is really important to me, would be the performance—the engagement of the crowd, the energy that they bring and how they present the material.” As R3hab hops into a chauffeured SUV with his tour manager, Wisa, his energy is fading. He has a show at Story nightclub in a couple of hours, and his eyes start to close during the car ride. Keeping him awake is Instagram (R3hab himself has 335,000 followers), an obsession for most here in America, but part of the job for DJs from around the world. “Branding is the biggest thing, and with today’s technology, social media is a big part of that,” says Brooke Evers, an Australian model-turned-DJ with 285,000 Instagram followers and several magazine covers under her belt. “Promoters always say, ‘Can you put the flier on your social media?’ They don’t ask about anything else.” R3hab was part of a group of Dutch DJs such as Hardwell, Nicky Romero, Afrojack, Chuckie, Laidback Luke, and others who exploded onto the music scene from the same generation. “Afrojack was the one to really pop off internationally,” he says. “He saw a certain talent in me, took me under his wing in 2011, and we started working together, and everything slowly came along.” Gervais, a Miami resident for 17 years, had a more old-school approach. He was the resident DJ at Living Room, Nikki Beach, and then Space before getting noticed and climbing the ranks. “That way is dead,” says Gervais, who now has multiplatinumselling singles and a Grammy on his résumé. “Today, you have to make a big record and get signed to a label or with an agent. Being a resident in a club is not going to take you anywhere. But I’m glad that I had to make people dance every night. Today all these young kids that are coming up are missing the experience of being a real DJ and actually knowing how to play for a crowd.”

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rom the dance floor looking up, the life of a DJ seems fantastic. They travel around the world, sipping Champagne on private jets, then crack their knuckles and take their post behind a motherboard of buttons that sends trance-inducing beats bursting out of speakers the size of a Honda, while confetti shoots out from cannons, dancers fall from the sky, and lasers shoot across a dance floor. Afterward, they party with celebrities until the sun comes up. If it feels like a fantasy, it’s because it is one. It’s 8:30 pm on a Friday night, in a town sluggish from an intense December and January that blended Art Basel into a New Year’s Eve party into a high season that seemed to last forever. Everything is moving a little bit slower in Miami as the city recovers. The exception is a man by the name of R3hab (aka Fadil El Ghoul), a 27-year-old Dutch EDM DJ who arrived in Miami on a flight from Amsterdam after a stop in London. He races to check into his room at Epic Hotel in downtown Miami in order to catch a minute of alone time before his journey of a night begins. But it’s too late—90 minutes on a tarmac, plus an hour in customs, means the nap will have to wait until tomorrow. “The hard thing about traveling is that it’s just tiring,” he says. “There’s no direct flight from Amsterdam, and it doesn’t matter if you’re in first class, business class, or coach, it all sucks when it’s 10 hours.” Unshaven and with hair purposely disheveled, R3hab wheels a carry-on-size bag through the hotel hallway and clutches a six-pack of pressed juices. Hanging on his shoulder is a backpack containing every necessity in life—his laptop, Bose noisecanceling headphones, and an eye mask and neck pillow for that rest he so desperately craves. “This is a nice room,” he says, before pushing aside three cupcakes left as compliments of the hotel. “Eating healthy is very important.” Both Avicii and Afrojack were hospitalized during last year’s Miami Music Week, proving that, if you let it, deejaying can be a dangerous sport. “It’s important


Living the DJ Life not all DJs just come to visit—two Miami-based DJs share their go-to spots in America’s eDM capital. CedriC Gervais staying healthy: “I start my day at 5th Street Boxing, where I box every single day with my coach, Dino Spencer. I’ll often work out for a second time at Anatomy at 1220. It’s a great gym.” Recouping: “For spa treatments, I would recommend the St. Regis spa.” eneRgy up: “I’ll go to dinner at one of the restaurants in the Fontainebleau—I like Stripsteak (4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach), an amazing steakhouse. I’ll do that before a gig at LIV, usually with David Grutman, a couple of other friends of mine, my tour manager, and Michael Bay.” Rise and shine: “When I play in Miami, I make sure I go home at 5 in the morning and go to sleep so I can wake up for brunch—I love brunches at The Setai on Sunday. Then, when there are DJs in town, Grutman will probably take everyone out on his boat and go cruising around Miami. That’s a must for a DJ when they come here.”

MiChael Brun paRadise Found: “I produce every single day, but when I break, I’ll probably take a walk somewhere around the beach. I live in Bay Harbor, which is not so far from South Beach, so I’ll head down there.” ultRa & WinteR Music Festival: “During Music Week, I spend a lot of my day meeting up with other DJs. Last year, I played at the Pete Tong party. That was a big meeting point because Pete Tong is that kind of guy. Daytime stuff is more hotel-based, so I was at SLS with Nervo and seeing different friends at different hotels in the area.” eat up: “For lunch, I love Chef Creole (20356 NW Second Ave., Miami Gardens). It’s a Caribbean restaurant, but they have a lot of Haitian food. I miss Haitian food so much R3hab at Story. opposite page: Renowned DJ Cedric Gervais went from resident DJ at Miami’s Nikki Beach, Living Room, and Space to multiplatinum-selling Grammy winner.

because I don’t get to go back to Haiti too often. For dinner before a show, I always do Hakkasan at the Fontainebleau. I would usually go with Biz Martinez, David Grutman, and my manager, and then we go to the club. Generally I go to sleep after and try to get as much rest as possible.”

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By the time R3hab and company arrive at the back alley of Story, it’s 1:30 am.

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clockwise from top left: R3hab in the car between locations; outside the Epic Hotel in downtown Miami; a late meal (his first of the day) at Michael Mina 74 gives him the chance to kick back with friends before his gig; vibing off the energy of the audience at Story, where he plays until 4:30 am.

“The good Thing abouT music is iT gives you energy.”—r3hab


In 2013, Ultra Music Festival sold out both of its weekends, with more than 330,000 people in attendance. opposite page: Miami’s own DJ Michael Brun plays his set.

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ith technology the way it is, almost anyone can be a DJ. Software is cheap, the Internet makes the music accessible, and social media allows for a brand to be created all from the comfort of an aspiring star’s home. “The barriers to entry to be a successful artist are all but removed these days,” says Russakoff. “What I like about it is it allows anybody with some musical ability to get creative with all the tools that are available to them. Money isn’t a factor anymore, which is great. It’s purely talent-based.” Becoming a successful DJ is a different story. The fact that it’s so easy to give it a shot makes competition fierce and saturates the market. “It’s

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very difficult for anyone without the right backing to make it now,” says Louis Diaz, talent buyer/ musical director for Space Miami and The Opium Group. “I stay away from the up-and-coming. I book shows that sell, and for them to sell, they’ve been proven over and over again.” Which means those already in the inner circle, like R3hab, don’t have to focus on the competition. “It’s a waste of time and energy,” the DJ says as his car pulls up to the Fontainebleau for a pregig meal. It’s now 11 pm (or 5 am Amsterdam time) and R3hab sits down for his first meal of the day at Michael Mina 74. “It’s a 15-hour diet,” he jokes before he and Wisa tuck into roasted bone marrow, a Japanese wedge salad, Michael’s tuna

tartare, lamb meatballs, filet mignon, grilled Colorado lamb chops, and white miso sea bass. The energy changes with the help of a good meal and the arrival of Biz Martinez, the music director and talent buyer for LIV and Story, two of the top-10-grossing clubs in America, which reportedly pulled in more than $70 million last year. All of a sudden, R3hab has a friend and his spirits are lifted. They crack jokes at each other’s expense and talk about typical guy stuff. Then Mo Garcia and Purple—two of the people who make LIV and Story tick—show up, and it’s a party. “If you can make them feel comfortable, they’re going to play better,” says Martinez. “These guys are constantly traveling, and they want to see a familiar

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five to watch in 2015

face; they want to feel like they’re at home. How we host them and how we execute their vision in the market is why they continue to come back.” By the time R3hab, Martinez, and company roll up to the back alley of Story, then head up the stairs to the back of the stage, it’s 1:30 am . It feels like the night should be over, but somehow it’s just beginning. “The way I look at it, deejaying is the dessert for the meal,” says DJ Michael Brun. “It’s the most immediately gratifying experience of being a DJ and producer.” Within seconds, R3hab is working the crowd with beats. At first they stare in amazement, snapping photos at a rapid pace, but then he lifts his hands to the heavens and the thousand or so people in the packed house start dancing like no one is watching. As the night ticks on, sweat pours off the brow of R3hab, who at this point hasn’t had any real sleep in roughly 24 hours. Fans screaming at the top of their lungs makes the job seem more shvitz and clamor than glitz and glamour, but models do meander into the DJ booth to say hello and remind him why he loves Miami, and servers parade around roughly two dozen bottles of Dom Pérignon throughout his set to buyers at prime tables on the dance floor who are adding to their previous purchases of vodka and tequila. Painted girls dance, lights flash in sync with the music, and confetti drops at just the right times throughout the night. The don of LIV and Story, David Grutman, pats R3hab on the back as he kicks into a second gear, and Jojo Lahoud and Mo Garcia keep the VIP crowd partying. “Miami is a huge stop for any DJ,” says Sujit Kundu, owner of Skam Artist, an agency that represents talent who regularly make their way to Miami. “Clubs like LIV, Mansion, Story, and Wall put Miami on the map.” They also set the trends for clubs around the globe. “I really don’t think anyone in the world offers the programming we do in terms of all the superstars

that we have and all the upcoming artists,” says Martinez. “LIV is one of the most well-known clubs in the world,” adds Brun, who first played there in February 2013. “To be able to headline there was a big deal. It’s a milestone. When you are able to headline at LIV, you’re at a certain point in your career, and it increases your overall value on the market.” And as we roll through 2015, the sounds will change—less noise and more deep house and chill vibes, according to industry insiders—and the stars will move up and down the charts, but Miami will continue to set the tone, especially with Winter Music Conference and Ultra Music Festival, in their 30th year and 17th year respectively. In 2013, Ultra sold out both of its weekends with a combined total of more than 330,000 people in attendance from 95 countries. “Being the first festival of the year and arguably the most credible EDM festival in the US, artists invest a lot of their time, effort, and energy into using Ultra Miami as a showcase to lay out their path and set what their message is going to be for the year,” says Russakoff. The message sent on this night was that the party stops for nothing. R3hab blasts the EDM tracks and ignites the crowd until 4:30 am. He jumps, he dances, somehow finding a spark after all his travels. “I think you feed off the energy of the room,” he says as he steps out of the DJ booth and down into the bowels of Story nightclub. “I was a little jet-lagged and tired, but the good thing about music is it gives you energy.” After the show, that bed in the high-end Epic Hotel has to wait. Adrenaline keeps R3hab up at least an extra two hours after a set. So on this night, his head won’t even hit the pillow. Instead he’ll party with Jojo and some of those models from earlier, in the VIP green room of Story. He’d keep going, except there’s a 7 am flight to catch to Las Vegas for another show, where surely a nap is on the agenda. Because after a night in Miami, there’s no better place to sleep than Vegas. OD

with the ever-changing sound of the electronic music scene, Ocean Drive asked adam Russakoff, the executive producer/director of business affairs and talent buyer of Ultra Music festival, to give us his top five acts to watch out for in 2015. “Musically they’re in the right space at the right time,” says Adam Russakoff. “They all share that cool, happy, vibey, chill music. Big, loud noise is more or less being taken over with this vibey stuff with the live component. Everything has its time. When something new comes, people tend to gravitate towards it.” Caribou: Canadian-born composer and music producer Caribou (Dan Victor Snaith) recently released “The Longest Mixtape,” a collection of 1,000 songs important to him. caribou.fm Kygo: The 23-year-old DJ out of Norway has sold out US tours from NYC to LA, remixed for everyone from Coldplay to Diplo, and according to Billboard, is “primed to become the next EDM superstar.” kygomusic.com

odesza: This duo consisting of Harrison Mills (aka CatacombKid) and Clayton Knight (aka BeachesBeaches) is based out of Seattle and to date has earned 16 Hype Machine number ones. Their album In Return debuted at number one on both the Billboard Electronic chart and the iTunes Electronic chart. odesza.com

oliver Heldens: His “Gecko/Overdrive” has already been viewed 15 million times on YouTube, while 2015 will bring tracks with industry leaders Tiësto, Zeds Dead, and Sander van Doorn. @oliverheldens Tchami: Born Martin Bresso, Tchami, a

DJ/producer from Paris, has performed with Skrillex, Diplo, and more, with a style described as “future house.” @iamtchami

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H A PPY

100TH ANNIVERSARY, M I A M I B E AC H

OPPOSITE PAGE: PHOTOGRAPHY BY A.E. FRENCH/GETTY IMAGES

Ocean Drive looks back at a century of history— from the ambitious pioneer to the celebrities to the scandals, plus all the food, real estate, art, and nightlife that have made the Beach what it is today.

Miami Beach seen from Indian Creek near 41st Street, 2010. OPPOSITE PAGE: An overhead view of Ocean Drive, Lummus Park, and the beach, circa 1935.


PART I

the first 50 years

A boom city from dAy one, miAmi beAch hAs been A budding pArty town since the first bridge wAs built. by jon warech One hundred years ago, the Miami Beach we know today was merely a dream. Carl Fisher, an eccentric millionaire with an affinity for fast cars and wild parties, was vacationing in Miami when he looked at the barren barrier island from across the bay and saw its potential. Maybe he even envisioned an old-time version of what everyone who visits Miami Beach today experiences on a daily (and nightly) basis—the beautiful models splashing around the Atlantic Ocean, the millionaires reveling at the grand hotels. Today, a century after Miami Beach was incorporated, on March 26, 1915, it’s safe to say Fisher’s dreams came true, and then some. There had been great men before Fisher: Henry and Charles Lum, T.J. Pancoast, the Lummus brothers, and of course John S. Collins all had big hopes for the strip of beach, but it was Fisher who came in, funded the completion of Collins Bridge in 1913, and turned mangroves and farmland into a vacation getaway. “Fisher had a great vision,” says Paul S. George, a Wolfson historian at HistoryMiami and a history professor at Miami Dade College. “He wanted to create a great playground for the affluent, so he took on projects that were big and costly, but for him the sky was the limit in terms of imagination.” From the start, Fisher sold Miami Beach with wild promotions. He had earned his fortune by selling cars and manufacturing the first bright headlights, and his fame by building the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and ultimately creating the Indy 500. He also loved a good spectacle. Fisher gave away land to anyone willing to build a home, and brought in circus elephants, beauty queens, and President Warren G. Harding to promote the city. “This was a man who walked on a tightrope between two buildings to promote his car dealership, so the elephant thing was really small potatoes for Fisher,” says George. “But that’s what he brought to Miami Beach—a craziness.” The city as we know it today began to take shape almost immediately. The Browns Hotel (currently home to the famed Prime 112 restaurant) was said to be Miami Beach’s first hotel, and the Jungle Inn, located in what was then literally a jungle at 67th and Indian Creek Drive, was the first speakeasy. But it was Fisher who opened the $2 million Flamingo Hotel (located where the

rebuilt Flamingo apartments are today) on New Year’s Eve in 1920 with a soirée that rivaled any of today’s holiday fêtes, setting the stage for the Beach to be America’s party town. In those days, the wealthy owned cars, so Miami Beach quickly developed a system of drivable roads, with other services following. “People were coming down here and they needed tires,” says Barbara Katzen, 80, whose parents moved to Miami in 1924 and opened both the Norton Tire Company and eventually the first car rental company in Miami Beach. “Cars were always status symbols; there were a lot of chauffeur-driven cars where the madam would shop and bring her packages back to the cars.” Fisher laid the groundwork for what Lincoln Road would become by building a hotel on the famous street. His actions jump-started a tourism boom that saw more than 50 hotels, replete with beachfront bathing facilities, dining, and dancing, open their doors. Places such as Smith’s Casino, Hardie’s Casino, and the Miami Beach Casino began to thrive. “The Roney Plaza was the big hotel of the ’30s where they had tea dances every Sunday afternoon and all the dignitaries and stars stayed,” recalls Doradean Wilcox, 91, who moved to Miami Beach as an infant in 1923. “Once they built the causeway, they added a street car that went from Miami’s bayside to the beach. It was a beautiful ride. You could feel a marvelous breeze as you got about halfway, and smell the oleanders on either side.” From day one, Miami Beach was a boom town, and though the nation suffered from a stock market crash and the Great Depression, Miami Beach was experiencing a hotel building boom by the mid-1930s. Unfortunately, Carl Fisher lost his fortune (and eventually his life, when he died of a gastric hemorrhage in 1939). But the beachside city he loved bounced back. Art Deco design took over, and as the Ocean Drive of today began to form, the party returned. “The high school had fraternities and sororities, and each summer from 1938 to 1941, we would rent out a hotel on the beach and have a house party that lasted two weeks,” says Wilcox. The National, The Tides South Beach, and the Royal Poinciana Hotel were

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Rosie the elephant was used as a golf tee in one of Carl Fisher’s publicity stunts to bring people to Miami Beach in 1927.

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Life in 1915

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1915 was a hell of a year. Although the US wouldn’t officially enter WWI until 1917, German zeppelins were bombing England and a U-boat sank the Lusitania, killing 1,198 civilians, including 128 Americans. On the bright side, booze was still legal, and Miami Beach was open for business. Day-trippers from the mainland took ferries or traveled across the wooden Collins Bridge. “You would have seen the Collins and Pancoast Plantation—mangoes, avocados, papaya, and they grew potatoes copiously,” says Seth Bramson, Miami Beach’s official historian. Bramson notes that there were very few houses and that the day-trippers came for the three bathing casinos. The best sunscreen was a hat, and South Floridians typically kept mosquitoes at bay by wrapping their limbs in newspaper, and with no antibiotics and virtually no vaccines, human life expectancy hovered between 52 and 56 years. On the beach, you might see the now extinct Caribbean monk seal popping its head up off-shore, or a saltwater crocodile. Men and women wore rented woolen one-piece swimsuits, with the women’s looking like oversize, saggy rompers—anything shapely might get you arrested. You’d think women would vote to change the laws, but they weren’t deemed worthy of that right until 1919.—bill kearney

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among the new hospitality hot spots at the time, and places like the Pig Trail Inn— an open-air car hop serving all night—began popping up around town. The Forge, which was an actual forge in the ’20s, where estate owners would bring their horses to get shoes, also morphed into a late-night social scene. “In the late ’30s and early ’40s, it was an illegal casino where they used to gamble upstairs and serve drinks on the patio downstairs,” says Al Malnik, who purchased the 41st Street restaurant in 1968 and turned it into a celebrity haven. The fun came to a screeching halt during World War II when roughly half a million troops were sent to Miami Beach for training. The Beach still had celebrities, as Clark Gable was one of the more recognizable servicemen marching around town, but the hotels were turned into soldier housing and training quarters. “You’d see them training at the park and on the beach,” says Kenneth Roth, 74, who as a kid went fishing off the empty lots on Rivo Alto Island where his family built a home. “We had an icebox in our house, and the Royal Palm Ice Company delivered ice to homes in a horse-drawn wagon. The driver would get out at every home, throw a leather blanket and an ice block over his shoulder, walk it into the house, and throw it into the icebox. We did a lot of sweating in those days.” What would seem like a disaster for a tourist-driven town, the war actually helped grow Miami Beach as a residential city. A post-war economic boom led many soldiers to return to Miami Beach because “the military got sand in their feet and they saw what a great place this was,” says Roth. Miami Beach became the place to be in the late ’40s and ’50s. Department stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue and Bonwit Teller drew shoppers to Lincoln Road, while show hotels like the Sans Souci, Casablanca, the Algiers, and the Saxony, and clubs like Copa City and Ciro’s, bustled with celebrities such as Sammy Davis Jr., Dean Martin, and Frank Sinatra. “Back then, the men wore tuxedos to places like the Casablanca, and women would put on mink stoles to go shopping,” says Florence Linden, 89, who moved to Miami Beach in 1950 and whose late husband, Irv, sang and played saxophone and clarinet for Sammy Kaye’s dance band. “A lot of big acts came down here. My husband played with Sammy Davis Jr. and in the Miami Beach Symphony, which performed in Flamingo Park before moving to the Miami Beach Auditorium. It became a real entertainment town.” Miami Beach, like the rest of America, wasn’t perfect. There was antiSemitism dating as far back as the Fisher era and segregation up through the ’50s and early ’60s. “There were top entertainers who had to go through the service entrance of hotels, and they weren’t allowed to spend the night,” Linden recalls. “They had to be put up in Liberty City.” There was also illegal gambling and a mob scene first led by the S&G Syndicate, which would show up at the hotels and take bets long before offtrack betting existed. Then Al Capone and his group of mobsters came in and took over all the illegal activity. “Capone’s gang muscled in and stole it,” says George. “The S&G guys were more finesse than thugs.”

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Gangster Al Capone relaxing in his Palm Island vacation home in 1930. above: Bunny Yeager during her pinup years, posing by a pool in Miami Beach, circa 1950.

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The beach at the Roman Pools bathing casino in 1923. below: Clark Gable entering officers’ candidate school in Miami Beach, 1942.

Al Capone and the mob found Miami Beach just as lovely as residents and tourists did. Miami Beach has always been about being big and bad, and Al Capone lived very large at 93 Palm Avenue, his Palm Island spread. On the night before the 1929 St. Valentine’s Day Massacre in Chicago, he threw a bash at his subtropical island lair with his gun-toting thugs serving canapés to local politicians and café society. Three years later, Scarface went to prison for tax evasion; he got out in 1940, crazed from syphilis, and died in 1947 on Palm Island. With or without Capone, “the boys”—Lucky Luciano, Meyer Lansky, and Dutch Schultz, to name a few—were everywhere in Miami Beach. More recently, Capone’s Palm Island house—which he bought for $40,000— sold for $7.43 million. On this gilded sandbar, crime has always been good for business.—TA

Model CiTy

Female beauty has always played a role in Miami Beach’s appeal. From day one, models and Miami Beach went hand in hand. Carl Fisher brought in swimsuit-clad women as a publicity stunt to help attract tourists. Bunny Yeager, who came down in the 1940s, became one of the most photographed Miami pinup models of her time. She then got behind the camera and made Bettie Page a star in the ’50s. Later, photographer Bruce Weber shot Calvin Klein’s Obsession perfume ad atop the Breakwater Hotel. In 2008, Victoria’s Secret delivered all of its Angels to the Fontainebleau hotel for the brand’s world-famous fashion show. Sports Illustrated celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Swimsuit Issue by bringing all of its models here last year. Today, you can regularly see models like Irina Shayk, Anne V, or Nina Agdal on the beach or partying at the nightclubs. It’s no longer a publicity stunt, but it still works.—JW

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Miami Beach changed with the times and, for the most part, found itself on the right side of infamy, most notably in 1954 when hotelier Ben Novack opened the Morris Lapidus-designed Fontainebleau hotel. It was the largest hotel in Miami Beach with 554 guest rooms in an 11-story resort that featured a 17,000-square-foot lobby with its signature bow-tie marble floors, Russian and Turkish baths, and 250 cabanas surrounding a gigantic pool. It was fantastic enough to be used as a backdrop in Goldfinger, and to welcome talent like Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, Jackie Gleason, Judy Garland, and so many more. In 1960, Sinatra filmed a television special at the hotel alongside Elvis Presley as the country welcomed the King home from a stint in the military. “Everyone in the country was talking about the Fontainebleau and how Miami Beach was now this exotic place just a short plane ride away,” says Toby Udine, who honeymooned at the Fontainebleau in 1964 with her husband, Morey, before eventually moving the family from New Jersey to South Florida permanently. “The pool was amazing, and the weather was fantastic. For a couple of young kids in love, it was the perfect getaway. And 50 years later, we returned to celebrate with our three kids and nine grandchildren, and it brought back all of the memories.”

WE’VE ONLY JUST BEGUN

hat year, 1964, was a big year for Miami Beach: A 22-year-old underdog by the name of Cassius Clay defeated Sonny Liston in the heavyweight boxing championship at the Convention Center; the Beatles landed on the beach, splashing around at the Deauville Hotel before filming a second appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show at the hotel; and Jackie Gleason moved his television show here all that same year. Through it all, the one constant in Miami Beach has been Joe’s Stone Crab, the world-famous establishment that is currently the second-highest-grossing independent restaurant in America. Joe Weiss started cooking at the bathing casinos in 1913 and opened his doors to Joe’s Seafood Restaurant in 1918, and it’s been a Miami Beach staple through booms and busts. “He wasn’t looking to change the world; he was just trying to make a living,” says Steve Sawitz, Weiss’s great-grandson and current COO of Joe’s Stone Crab. Weiss came to Miami Beach from New York on doctor’s orders to find a warmer climate to help his asthma, and here he created a legend. It’s why in the ’30s, ’40s, and ’50s, under the leadership of the charismatic Jesse Weiss, J. Edgar Hoover, Jack Parr, Walter Winchell, David Brinkley, the Kennedys, and even Al Capone ate at Joe’s and why today everyone from Bill Clinton to Miley Cyrus is cracking crabs. “In a city where the newest, hottest place is always around the corner, there’s a humbleness to Joe’s and the people that work here, but it’s surrounded by the crazy fun,” says Sawitz. And that sense of family mixed with the craziness is Miami Beach in a nutshell, or in our case, a crab shell.

SiNG OUT LOUd

Merely a fraction of the age of America’s other large cities, Miami Beach sees no slowing down when it comes to growth.

Miami and Manhattan were the only North American cities listed among the “10 most important global cities to the world’s wealthy” in the 2014 Wealth Report issued by London-based Knight Frank, beating out Paris, Beijing, and Dubai. “Even after 100 years, we’ve only just begun. This is a fantastic time to be in Miami,“ says über developer Jorge Pérez of The Related Group, who has no fewer than 300 buildings standing or in development in Miami. “We are making history for the next 100 years at a pace never before experienced. The best is yet to come.”

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Musicians love the Beach, both as a place to record and to be inspired.

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Miami has a great recording history, from Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours to Missy Elliott’s The Cookbook. America’s disco era hit the mainstream via Miami Beach when The Bee Gees relocated here after recording the soundtrack for 1977’s Saturday Night Fever. From 1980 to 2005, The Bee Gees, along with such artists as Diana Ross and Barbra Streisand, recorded at the Gibbs’ own Middle Ear Studio in Miami Beach. Gloria and Emilio Estefan also fed the disco maw from their mainland Crescent Moon Studios. Until 2004, when Chris Blackwell of Island Records sold the Marlin Hotel, legends such as Aerosmith, U2, Robert Palmer, and Beyoncé recorded at the hotel’s South Beach studios. But to Lolo Reskin of Sweat Records, 100 years of Miami Beach music history boils down to one defning omega point: “Iggy Pop, a punk legend and a Miami guy, played a free concert on the beach during the 2007 Art Basel; Miami Beach has never been better.”—TA


The Beatles appear on The Ed Sullivan Show at the Deauville, bringing the Youthquake revolution to Miami Beach.

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The Beatles performing live on The Ed Sullivan Show from Miami Beach to a record television audience of more than 50 million people in 1964.

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“Just 50 years ago, this was a quiet, southern, white-bread kind of town. it’s a much more international city now.” —michele oka doner

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building the dreAm

Architecture has always defined Miami Beach’s allure. Miami Beach is in the throes of a starchitect era, with couture parking garages designed by Enrique Norten, Zaha Hadid, Herzog & de Meuron, Frank Gehry, and Rem Koolhaas, just for a start. In fact, Miami Beach began as a moneyed architectural theme park, with Harvey Firestone’s 1917 neoclassical Beaux Arts-style palace leading to a rage for baronial Spanish/Italian/French/“just-make-itEuropean-looking” architecture. In step with the Great Depression, hoteliers built 164 inexpensive Art Deco hotels in the 1930s, adorned with dollops of bright Hollywood Technicolor. Throughout the ’40s, ’50s, and ’60s, as the economy recovered, Miami Beach came to embrace the excess of Miami modernism—the Firestone estate was torn down to make way for 1954’s Fontainebleau, Morris Lapidus’s demented-but-glorious monument to Swinging Miami Beach, and the Beach’s design reality would never be the same. In the ’80s, the Art Deco preservation movement saved buildings that would serve as a backdrop for Miami Vice and countless fashion shoots. Even now, in the starchitect epoch, the Art Deco lollipop skyline of Ocean Drive remains the most beautiful architectural wonder in Miami Beach.—TA

We Are the ChAmpions

photography by Simon Chaput

What better place to toast the thrill of victory than this skinny island?

The Colony Theater on Lincoln Road today.

Miami Beach has long been a place to celebrate major milestones in pro sports. The Heat—led by LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh—partied at LIV and Story when they won NBA championships in 2012 and 2013; Giancarlo Stanton popped Moët at FDR at the Delano Hotel the night he signed a $325 million contract with the Marlins; and NFL players involved in the 10 Super Bowls in Miami talk about the weeklong parties on South Beach as much as they do the actual game. Sports stars and South Beach have been happily married for ages. Babe Ruth received the key to the City of Miami Beach in 1948, and Joe Namath signed his rookie contract with the New York Jets at a local hotel in 1965. The city hosted some memorable sporting events throughout the years as well: There was the Miami Beach Open, a PGA tour event won by Sam Snead in 1950, and the Serbin Open on the LPGA tour won by Babe Zaharias in 1954. The crowning moment, though, occurred in 1964, when 22-year-old Cassius Clay defeated Sonny Liston for the heavyweight championship at what is now the Miami Beach Convention Center, proclaiming that he was “the greatest.”—JW

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PART II

the more things change… …the more they stay the same. miami Beach in the 1960s is very much akin to the town we know today. by tom austin The 1960s were an American golden age, and by 1965, Miami Beach was an overripe landscape of wealth, fame, and power. Frank Sinatra was still king, playing the Fontainebleau’s La Ronde Room every season for free, a tribute to the juice of Fontainebleau regulars like Sam Giancana, Meyer Lansky, and Joe “Stingy” Fischetti. Sinatra even set 1967’s Tony Rome at the Fontainebleau, the same year the Miami Herald launched an investigative series on the hotel’s mob ties. In that era, the mayor of Miami Beach was Elliott Roosevelt, a high-rolling son of Franklin Delano Roosevelt. With screw-it-all frankness, Mayor Roosevelt once noted, “The mob doesn’t run Miami Beach—they just own it.” Miami Beach remained a weird quark in the space/time pop continuum. In 1968, when Sinatra was warbling away at the La Ronde, the Beatles were dropping acid and San Francisco was still in its Summer of Love period. Feminists were fighting for women’s rights, but Miami Beach proudly hosted the Miss Universe and Miss USA pageants. At one point, the late pinup photographer Bunny Yeager—who immortalized model Bettie Page on Miami Beach—would send in free pinup photos of herself to be published in the official City of Miami Beach calendar (Yeager was a beauty in her own right). America was reeling from the 1965 Watts riots in Los Angeles, and the Beach was a particularly complicated maelstrom of race relations. A predominantly Jewish town faced anti-Semitism, yet also discriminated against African-Americans, just as Miami Beach’s old-guard WASPs did within their own enclaves. Ironically, the rise of Cassius Clay into the civil rights symbol of Muhammad Ali, a pivotal moment in American racial politics, occurred in a city where, until 1963, African-Americans were prohibited from spending the night at hotels, even when they headlined those very same hotels as entertainers. Ali, then Cassius Clay, could be spotted training at the 5th Street Gym. What gave Miami Beach a bit of an edge back then was the presence of Richard Nixon, the president angry youth loved to hate. Nixon, who had a house on Key Biscayne, was on hand for the 1972 Republican National Convention on Miami Beach; the Democratic presidential convention of that same year was held on the Beach as well—an alignment that made Miami

Beach the center of American political protest. Some 3,000 anti-Vietnam War activists, many in death masks, turned up to protest Nixon’s re-nomination at the Miami Beach Convention Center. The 1972 conventions were also a kind of daily hootenanny for Dade County teenagers—you’d get stoned, protest, be tear-gassed, and dive into a slap of real life. Mitchell Kaplan, now a cofounder of the Miami Book Fair International and founder of the Books & Books chain, had just graduated from Miami Beach High School in that year. He was a hometown boy who took the protest beat seriously. “That summer was the last gasp of the American counterculture, happening right in our own backyard,” Kaplan recalls. “Jane Fonda, the Yippies, and everyone else set up in Flamingo Park; I got a subscription to the Black Panther Party newspaper, and years later, asked [party leader] Eldridge Cleaver to sign one of the newspapers. Miami Beach had serious issues, like civil rights and poor, old people, but it was also a kind of fantasy land with a lot of affluence. It was a contradiction, a fading beauty queen that was falling apart. The summer of 1972 was a profound experience for a Miami Beach teenager, but I couldn’t wait to leave and go to college in Colorado.” The photographer Gary Monroe grew up in Miami Beach and in conjunction with his partner in photography, the late Andy Sweet, set about documenting the Beach of the ’70s. “All these old retirees were slowly vanishing,” Monroe says of that pivotal time in the city’s history. “I shot quite a bit at the old Biscaya Hotel at Fifth Street and West Avenue, which had become a retirement home out of Fellini; now there’s a fancy condo on that site. I also photographed exercise classes on the beach and dances at the old band shell—those years were such a precious legacy.” In the mid-1970s, the City of Miami Beach and—surprise—private development interests came up with a ruinous, grandiose, and ultimately failed scheme for the wasteland below Fifth Street. The plan was to create a neoVenice complete with canals and water taxis; the residents, many of whom were Holocaust survivors with concentration camp numbers tattooed on their arms, successfully fought the effort.

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President Richard Nixon (right) and Vice President Spiro T. Agnew talking to supporters at the Miami Beach Convention Center, 1968. below: Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

“EvEryonE in thE country was talking about thE FontainEblEau and how MiaMi bEach was now this Exotic placE just a short planE ridE away.” —toby udine

Fontainebleau founder Ben Novack dies.

Scarface, starring Al mayor with the campaign

Cubans to South Florida.

released in theaters.

Lincoln Road.

slogan “Enough already!”

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Miami City Ballet

Tony Montana, is

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Pacino as drug lord

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Entertainer Jackie Gleason on Miami Beach in 1980. Gleason’s eponymous show in the 1960s was filmed in what is now the Jackie Gleason Theater on Washington Avenue.

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Christo and JeanneClaude’s Surrounded Islands, Biscayne Bay, 1980–83. below: A New World Symphony Wallcast concert at the New World Center.

Murder on ocean drive

Gianni Versace at Casa Casuarina on Ocean Drive in 1996.

Gianni Versace’s senseless death was a profound loss for South Beach.

In 1992, Gianni Versace bought the old Amsterdam Palace apartment building on Ocean Drive and promptly turned it into a notorious mansion, Casa Casuarina. Soon enough, he would find his destiny entwined with that of Andrew Cunanan. Both men, as it happens, were “stars” of Vanity Fair; by 1997, the year America’s most famous gay serial killer hit Miami Beach, Cunanan was a suspect in four other murders of gay men and was being tracked by the magazine’s reporter, Maureen Orth. At 8:40 am on July 15, Versace was returning from his morning ritual of buying magazines at the News Café. As he climbed the steps to Casa Casuarina, Cunanan shot him twice in the head at close range. Cunanan then fled to an empty houseboat off Collins Avenue and killed himself there on July 23 as the police closed in.—TA

before basel Miami Beach’s early art scene had a joie de vivre. In 1983, artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude famously wrapped several islands in the bay, but back then, South Beach was dangerous, doped up, and low-rent. Artist Kevin Arrow, who witnessed much of it, says creatives flocked to desolate Lincoln Road where storefronts went for $400 a month. Punk fixtures/ artists David Camp and Elaine Calderalo lived out of one on the corner of Michigan and held shows in its windows. Several years later, Jason Rubell opened a gallery on Lincoln Road. Espanola Way was just as bohemian. Craig Robins rented out space to artists, dirt cheap. Enter the Espanola Way Art Center. Artists came to live, like Felix Gonzalez-Torres and Jack Pierson, or just visit, like William Eggleston, whose South Beach photographs appear in The Democratic Forest. The ’90s brought diversification, such as the avant-garde Alliance Cinema on Lincoln Road, and then development: Robins divested and headed for the Design District, Tony Goldman gentrified Lincoln Road, then Basel planted its flag.—hunter braithwaite

Michael Tilson Thomas, in conjunction with Lin and Ted Arison, launches the New World Symphony at the Lincoln Theatre on Lincoln Road. Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell, a South Beach regular, becomes a cause

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activist, dies.

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1990

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By 1980, South Beach was Florida’s poorest neighborhood, and the Mariel boatlift that year didn’t help matters; 140,000 mostly law-abiding Cuban refugees streamed into Miami, but many Cubans who had been dumped from Castro’s jails also ended up here, seeking out the cheap rents of South Beach. In 1981, Miami-Dade led the United States in murders. That same year, Time magazine devoted a cover story to Miami and South Beach with the headline “Paradise Lost,” as drug smugglers and dealers flooded the town with cocaine from Colombia’s Medellin cartel.

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outh Beach was ultimately saved by Art Deco, dime store masterpieces originally created for tourists in the 1930s. Two Art Deco activists, Barbara Capitman and Leonard Horowitz, went to the National Register of Historic Places and a state preservation board hearing in 1979. Typically, the City of Miami Beach sent representatives to fight against the historic designation, but Capitman prevailed, and the Art Deco District became the first 20th-century historic district to be added to the National Register. In the beginning, Miami Beach symbolized many things—freedom, abandonment, and outlaw creativity—and it all jelled together in 1982, when the renovated Cardozo Hotel opened on Ocean Drive. The cast of regulars included artists Haydee and Sahara Scull (their murals are still up at Puerto Sagua restaurant), the writer John Rothchild, and Christo, who would create Surrounded Islands (11 islands in Biscayne Bay surrounded with pink polypropylene) the following year. Surrounded Islands was internationally acclaimed, the Art Basel of its day, and the 1984 debut of Miami Vice made Miami Beach a mass-market star. The first cover of Ocean Drive, January 1993. In 1986, Bruce Weber shot the Obsession campaign for Calvin Klein on the roof of the Breakwater Hotel; Interview magazine put Miami Vice star Don Johnson on the cover and proclaimed the emergent allure of Miami Beach. Barbara Hulanicki, the founder of Biba—the legendary Swinging London boutique with a clientele that included Mick Jagger and Twiggy—came to the Beach and designed Ron Wood’s nightclub, Woody’s. Hulanicki never left; she worked on most of Chris Blackwell’s hotel properties and is still designing hotels and clothes. In the ’80s, the development set—from Craig Robins to the late Tony Goldman—tended to be a forward-thinking lot, but Kenny Zirilli, who owned the then-faded Raleigh hotel, was on a whole different level. Actor Rupert Everett lived on Miami Beach for years, and The Raleigh—“a place full of glamour”—figures prominently in his autobiography, Red Carpets and Other Banana Skins. The book is full of evocative vignettes, from Anna

Nicole Smith parading “naked through the foyer” to the couple Kate Moss and Johnny Depp “looking like identical budgies.” The usual progress of gentrification begins with artists drawn to cheap rents: On Miami Beach, the art community of the ’80s and ’90s included Felix Gonzalez-Torres, Roy Lichtenstein, Larry Rivers, Nam June Paik, Antoni Miralda, Mark Handforth, Dara Friedman, Fernando Garcia, Carlos Betancourt, and Carlos Alfonzo. Typically, gay pioneers seem to follow the first influx of artists, and in 1991, one of the world’s most famous gay men, Gianni Versace, discovered Miami Beach. Versace flew in for the reopening of the Versace boutique in Bal Harbour and set the wheels in motion for his Ocean Drive mansion, Casa Casuarina, an opulent palace that became a haunt for Madonna, Sylvester Stallone, Elton John, and every known emissary of the glossy press. Versace launched the Miami Beach ’90s, which came to be defined by the Delano, Ian Schrager’s collaboration with Philippe Starck, and Madonna. The Material Girl set up camp in a mansion near Vizcaya, just down the block from Stallone. Red-velvet-rope culture was creeping in, but nightlife still intersected with the art world, with Kenny Scharf, Roberto Juarez, José Parlá, Craig Coleman (aka Varla), Howard Davis, and Tomata du Plenty creating nightclub installations. At the time, gay dollars were already transforming Miami Beach—also the largest destination for gay men with AIDS. Many of those AIDS sufferers were on steroids and buffed up; Out magazine called Miami Beach a “palm-lined cliff that mighty buffaloes throw themselves over.” The late Pedro Zamora, a Miami kid whose parents came over in the Mariel boatlift, went out to the clubs of that era, and as a cast member on MTV’s Real World, Zamora, an openly gay man with AIDS, changed television culture with his fight for AIDS awareness on the show. His life story became an MTV biopic written by Dustin Lance Black of Milk and was introduced by Bill Clinton. Throughout the ’90s, the City of Miami Beach was often at odds with the organic, steadily evolving sophistication of Miami Beach culture. In 1990, Nelson Mandela came to Miami Beach as part of a seven-city United States tour; he was officially snubbed by the City of Miami Beach thanks to his support for Fidel Castro and Yasser Arafat. Civil rights activists called for a national 1,000-day boycott of Miami Beach businesses, and the city lost millions. In the same era, Mayor Alex Daoud was doing unseemly favors for the old guard of Mid-Beach power brokers, people like bankers David Paul and Abel Holtz; in 1993, Daoud was sentenced to 18 months in prison for tax evasion, accepting bribes, and obstructing an investigation.

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Lights, Camera, aCtion! Hollywood has had a decades-long love affair with Miami Beach—and with good reason. Miami Beach has aged extremely well—just ask Hollywood. From a swampy marshland-turned-gangster getaway, to today’s posh real estate reality shows, the city has always played the character that was just different from the rest of the United States: alligators as pets, Cubanasos slamming dominoes, international beauties against pastels. That difference can be seen in lots of Miami-based flms and TV shows—Jerry Lewis as The Bellboy, the dark noir of Frank Sinatra as detective Tony Rome living on a houseboat, Dustin Hoffman and Jon Voight going over the Julia Tuttle Causeway in Midnight Cowboy, The Jackie Gleason Show in “the sun and fun capital of the world.” “It’s hard to fnd an iconic moment that tops, for better and for worse, the Ocean Drive scene from Scarface where Tony Montana kills his would-be executioners on the street in front of the old Jewish ladies,” says Graham Winick, the city’s flm and event production manager, who’s been luring production companies here for over a dozen years. But the subtropical grit and allure of Michael Mann’s Miami Vice served as a demarcation for our current growth. “Mann presented this idealized version of Ocean Drive,” says Winick. “He flled in the cracks, painted the buildings, flled it with beautiful women.” The following decade saw a Miami Beach renaissance fueled, in part, by our sexy, semi-dangerous image. With that boom, Miami Beach hosted the colorful, Deco-residing brilliance of Robin Williams and Nathan Lane in The Birdcage, J.Lo and George Clooney in Out of Sight, the espionage of Burn Notice, the psychosexual shenanigans of Nip/Tuck, and the violence of Dexter, not to mention plenty of reality shows. No matter what its age, Hollywood will always love this island—beautiful, sometimes strange, and always unique.—rob goyanes

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n 2002, the launch of Art Basel in Miami Beach proved to be the party that united everyone, from the Mid-Beach crew of government officials and power brokers to artists and fashion designers. It was no doubt a game changer—the world’s biggest and best in the art world descending on our town, and ultimately opening the eyes of visitors who would soon want to become residents. The recent go-go years have had a few hiccups, such as the recession of 2008, but Miami Beach has come roaring back—money has poured in from everywhere. Just like the heyday of the ’50s and ’60s, when colossal properties were built every year to top one another, ever-grander hotels and condominiums are marching north up Collins Avenue, from Ian Schrager’s Edition to Faena to the Surf Club. Artist Michele Oka Doner grew up as a child of privilege in Miami Beach; her father, Kenneth Oka, served as mayor in the ’50s. Oka Doner, who is currently working on the sets and costumes for Miami City Ballet’s 2016 production of George Balanchine’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, has a true grasp of Miami Beach history. With Micky Wolfson, who opened the Wolfsonian museum on Washington Avenue in 1986, she coauthored 2005’s Miami Beach: Blueprint of an Eden. (Wolfson’s father, Mitchell Wolfson Sr., served as mayor of Miami Beach in the ’40s.) “Just 50 years ago, this was a quiet, southern, white-bread kind of town,” says Oka Doner. “It’s a much more international city now, a unique mix that’s producing a creative cauldron.” On April 13, at Frank Gehry’s New World Center, O, Miami, the Miami-based poetry festival started in 2011, will host a Wallcast poetry reading with two artists of the highest order: former United States poet laureate Kay Ryan and Jamaal May, an emerging poet from Detroit. In honor of Miami Beach’s centennial, O, Miami’s P. Scott Cunningham is also presenting what he laughingly calls a “somewhat intellectual but super fun” nod to Miami Beach history. “At O, Miami, we’re always embracing every aspect of Miami Beach— high and low; the city doesn’t have to take itself so seriously anymore, or repudiate what’s considered ‘low’ culture. Good or bad, Miami Beach is now a completely legitimate city.” OD

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The narrative arc of the bohemian-meets-the-beach heyday would come to an end, symbolically, with the tragic murder of Versace in 1997, on the steps of Casa Casuarina. To usher in the new millennium, Donatella Versace threw an end-of-the-line New Year’s Eve party at Casa Casuarina, attended by Jennifer Lopez, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Madonna. As guest Rupert Everett would have it, “la belle époque was officially over.” Madonna and Stallone sold their houses, but the party was just getting started; Versace’s death simply made Miami Beach more famous and even more marketable. The man who connected all the dots in the ’80s and ’90s was Louis Canales, who worked with such clubs as Club Nu, Semper’s, and Bar Room. “In the early 1990s, New York magazine called Miami Beach the new St. Barth’s, and that article created so much energy,” says Canales, now creative director of KIWI Arts Group, which presents the work of such photographers as Warhol-stalwart Christopher Makos. “The scene of the early days was over; it was time for hedge fund managers and bottle-service clubs. You can’t hold on to what Miami Beach used to be—it’s like a high school football star at 40, still talking about the big game—but I’m grateful for the memories.”


“We are making history for the next 100 years at a pace never before experienced. the best is yet to come.” —jorge pérez

The 2008 Victoria’s Secret fashion show at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach. opposite page, from left: Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas in the original Miami Vice; Gloria Estefan brought the Miami sound to the world in the 1980s.

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eminent domain Gold Coast Report The Auberge Beach Residences & Spa will feature 171 luxury condo units when it opens later this year.

Fort LauderdaLe rising

MiaMi May have taken the lead in this real estate cycle, but Major high-end residential developMents are coMing to areas outside the Magic city. by sean mccaughan The times, they are a-changing all over South Florida, and the towns north of Miami are certainly no exception. With last year’s demolition of Ireland’s Inn, a midcentury oceanfront building that was once quite literally the poster child of historic preservation in Broward County, Fort Lauderdale Beach’s shrinking acreage along the Atlantic is becoming increasingly high end. The bright pink building, with its swooping curved shape, faintly reminiscent of a mini Fontainebleau, had in 2005 graced the poster of a photography exhibition by Robin Hill on the

city’s imperiled midcentury architecture at the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale. Now, there will be a new beauty: Soon to sprout on that spot at 2200 North Atlantic Boulevard is the Auberge Beach Residences & Spa (aubergebeach.com), a luxury-focused tower of oceanview condos being built by The Related Group as one of its largest investments north of the Dade/Broward line in this real estate cycle. The Auberge will certainly be impressive, with 171 condo units continued on page 244

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eminent domain Gold Coast Report “We truly hope to transform that area into something significant.” —jimmy tate

The Riva offers waterfront condo units with terraces overlooking the building’s private docks. below: The Paramount Fort Lauderdale 18-story condo tower features 95 luxury units.

ranging in size from 1,500 to 5,000 square feet, in two towers that will break ground later this year. But it won’t be alone. Just down the beach, a gigantic hotel on Fort Lauderdale Beach designed by the internationally renowned modernist architect Michael Graves is finally coming back to life. Its opening day, originally planned for 2009 as a Trump

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International Hotel & Tower, never came, but it will have another chance as a Conrad Hotel and condominium called The Ocean Resort Residences Fort Lauderdale Beach (theoceanfortlauderdale.com). The 24-story tower, designed by Graves with an ocean liner aesthetic, is getting a $34 million upgrade by architecture firm Garcia Stromberg—led by Oscar Garcia, who helped Graves with the original design. The condo-hotel’s 290 units will range in size from 499-square-foot studio pied-à-terres (doubling as standard hotel rooms) to three penthouse units, the largest at 4,100 square feet. Near the Conrad, the Paramount Fort Lauderdale (paramountresidences.com), an 18-story condo tower with 95 luxury units that broke ground in December, replaces another midcentury beach hotel, a grim and institutional Howard Johnson’s without any distinctive architectural features. Slated to be completed by late 2016 or early 2017, the Paramount includes units ranging in size from 1,910-square-foot two-bedrooms to 3,474-square-foot four-bedrooms with “convertible” (albeit windowless) dens, beginning at $1.2 million. In Fort Lauderdale’s “South Beach” area, the Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Hotel (bahiamarhotel .com), known as the home of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, is getting its own major overhaul. The hotel will be completely renovated and updated, with new rooms added to the oceanfront side, along with retail and restaurants lining A1A,

and an expanded marina and public space to the west, all in a park-like setting. It will be “a permanent residence for the boat show for the next 50 years,” says developer Jimmy Tate, who believes Fort Lauderdale “can have the same types of development and quality as Miami.” Tate is taking advantage of the Bahia Mar’s expansive 39-acre site, which he says is mostly underutilized now, as well as its location, towards the slightly “tired and old” southern end of Fort Lauderdale Beach, which he believes is ripe for change. “We truly hope to transform that area into something significant,” he says. While still in early development, he plans to submit designs to the city for approval in “either mid-April or May.” Moving up the New River, to the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale, Related is developing Icon Las Olas (iconlasolas-fortlauderdale.com) along the Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk. Related announced the 272-unit condo tower way back in 1999, but the project stalled during the recession. With a healthy real estate market, as well as design modifications with its historic neighbor, Stranahan House, in mind, Icon Las Olas has been reborn. There’s also a joint venture between Stephen Ross’s Related Companies and Jorge Pérez’s Related Group to reinvent the W Fort Lauderdale. All 147 condo residences in the property’s West Tower will be renovated and marketed, while the hotel’s public spaces and guest rooms will get a total revamp, as well as a big-name chef opening up a restaurant. From there, the trend continues to the west. Flagler Village and FATVillage art district are probably the part of Fort Lauderdale most known for its burgeoning urbanism, where new construction is pedestrian-friendly, mixed-use, and dense enough to reduce the need for a car. Then, of course, there’s Metropica, the $1 billion mixed-use retail, residential, and commercial megaproject even farther west, in Sunrise near Sawgrass, which will create its own walkable, urban-yet-leafy community from scratch with the help of designs from Chad Oppenheim, among others. As for views, you’ll have the vast and quite beautiful Everglades instead of the Atlantic; plus, there’s shopping, shopping, shopping. OD


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eminent domain neighborhoods

Flagler Village ramps up its art and creative appeal, and the neighborhood develops. by sean mccaughan

In a few years, Fort Lauderdale’s Flagler Village, which encompasses FATVillage (for Flagler Art Technology), will be home to the All Aboard Florida passenger rail station, but it’s already the center of Fort Lauderdale’s increasingly less auto-dependent future. Today, it’s a blossoming urban neighborhood of art and culture, not to mention beer, tacos, and an overall hip vibe. Fort Lauderdale, anyone? A piece on display in FATVIllage’s Projects Contemporary Art Space.

MAC Fine Art gallery.

Girls’ Club started the annual Art Fallout, Broward’s largest art walk.

Broker to Know: Jaime Sturgis, sales director at Metro 1 Broward, 305-571-9991; jsturgis@metro1.com IN THE HOOD Best Night Out: The former FATVillage Art Walk has merged with a neighboring art walk on Third Avenue to become the Flagler Village Art Walk, complete with a circulating trolley, on the last Saturday of each month from 7 to 11 pm . Where the Art Is: While you’re stepping out for Art Walk, check out gallery MAC Fine Art (833 NE Fourth Ave., 954-990-5420; mac fineart.com) and artist Henning Haupt’s studio (823 NE Fourth Ave.; henninghaupt.com). Also stop in at The Guild 5 Forty Five (545 NW First Ave., 954-448-8816; 5forty five.com), as this creative and photography house opens its industrial-chic space during art walks to local artists, be they filmmakers, painters, or dancers. Annual Bash: The Girl’s Club is an alternative and contemporary art space that develops the careers of female artists and acts as a resource for others in the arts. The Girls’ Club started the annual Art Fallout, Broward County’s largest art walk, held every October. 117 NE Second St., 954-828-9151; girlsclubcollection.org Design and Architecture: Glavovic Studio, helmed by architect Margi Nothard (724 NE Third Ave., 954-524-5728, glavovic studio.com), and landscape design firm Cadence (435 N. Andrews Ave., 954-766-4572; cadence-living.com) both often hold open houses during the monthly gallery night, with an

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exhibition specially curated for the art walks. Also check out GS Talks, an occasional speaker series at Glavovic Studio. Don’t Miss: Food in Motion is a monthly nighttime farmers market taking place every second Friday of the month at Peter Feldman Park. Lots of food trucks show up, too. 310 NE Sixth St. Always Something to Do: A media company with a bit of extra space, C&I Studios hosts a range of community events, from movie nights to yoga, and even has a fully stocked bar. “People just didn’t know where to go. Now they do,” says founding Director Josh Miller. 541 NW First Ave., 954-357-3934; c-istudios.com Best Coffee: Brew Urban Cafe, Fort Lauderdale’s answer to Panther Coffee, has two Village-adjacent locations, one in Victoria Park (638 N. Federal Hwy.) and the other at Next Door at C&I Studios. 537 NW First Ave., 954-357-3934 Vinyl: An old-fashioned record store, Radio-Active Records also has a Tumblr that’s like a tour through album-art history. 845 N. Federal Hwy., 954-762-9488; radio-activerecords.tumblr.com Best Beer Selection: Just across the railroad tracks, Laser Wolf has a broad selection of obscure beers, and is popular with locals stopping in after work. 901 Progresso Dr., #101, 954-667-9373; laserwolf.com Indie Music: Obscure bands cut their teeth at Jump the Shark, an independent music venue. 810 NE Fourth Ave., 954-667-4126 Grub: Of the few actual restaurants in Flagler Village, The Whole Enchilada is one of the best. Check out its Taco Tuesdays specials. 745 N. Federal Hwy., 945-306-6218; twefreshmex.com OD

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There are more than 200 preconstruction projects in various states of completion throughout South Florida, and SBI Realty broker Ines Flax and Carlos Melo, a principal of Melo Group, are in the middle of all the action. Here, Flax and Melo explain the allure of buying and selling Miami’s real estate future.

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Carlos Melo: In 2006, you were buying a place that wasn’t done [and] construction wasn’t promised. It wasn’t worth living in neighborhoods like Edgewater, Brickell. Now, you’re finding a place where the people are living. Ines Flax: Right now, wherever you go in the world—New York, Hong

Kong, London, anywhere— people are all talking about Miami. CM: Miami’s a brand. Now, it’s much easier than when we did our first building with 50 percent [down]. During the downturn, we were under construction when nobody was doing anything. We did the first condominium after the crash, in

2011—23 Biscayne Bay, a 2,000-unit condominium. Everybody said, “Those guys are crazy.” The local people couldn’t apply for a loan, but what we saw was that people from other countries—South America and Europe—were trying to buy [but didn’t] need a loan. In those countries, the people know this model very well and pay for the units during the construction. The market was there; I brought it here because those people won’t buy foreclosures, short sales. They want to put the money someplace and know that the building is going to be done. We started with this

model, and after that, it changed the market; everybody started doing it. We are finishing Bay House, open in April. It’s all three-bedrooms with private elevators. What I’m seeing now [is] people from South America want a second or third home [and] they have big families. And that’s one of the reasons [for the three-bedrooms]. IF: What I like about Bay House is that it’s all large apartments. South Americans have huge houses in South America—10,000 square feet is nothing. They come here and most of the continued on page 250

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apartments are 1,400 square feet. That’s not going to be attractive to them. CM: We are not selling to one place; we are selling to the whole world. It doesn’t matter what you buy in this city, it’s going to be a higher price in the future. IF: [Now] 45 percent of all sales in Miami are to foreigners. CM: And the new projects are coming into a city that exists with much more infrastructure. Now, we’re going to see buildings with

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another flavor. IF: New is exciting. People would rather wait for something new than buy old. There is not one place where you can go and look at all of the preconstructions that are going on in Miami, which is more than 200 projects now and over 35,000 units. [Our site, preconstructioncondos ofmiami.com,] covers all of it in one place. CM: And it’s open to the public? IF: Anybody can go and look at the projects, [listed]

alphabetically by neighborhood and by region. We’re going to have all the information of every preconstruction—the architect, developer, number of units—and averages. [For] people who are more serious, we’re going to have a [private section] on the website. They’re going to have to sign up and we’ll be representing them exclusively as buyers or sellers. [For developers,] we’ll come to your project and

say, “Can you give us your inventory? What do you have left?” And we’ll have it in that [private] part of our website. CM: For us, it’s perfect. We do this with all the brokers. IF: Also, there are going to be opportunities for resales. Right now, you cannot do that in the [multiple listing service]. CM: Most of the developers don’t allow flipping. But everything changes. It depends on the market and how it’s going. Now, the

problem is not from the buyers, that they’re not going to close; you need to feel out the developers. It doesn’t matter how much money you have. It’s that you have the record, you did it before, [and you know] how to do it. south Beach investment realty, 1680 Meridian ave., ste. 102, Miami Beach, 786-218-7600; inesflax.com. Melo group, 425 ne 22nd st., ste. 301, Miami, 305-438-1001; themelogroup.com OD

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What investments have you made to appeal to the dedicated golfers? To those who play, golf is a passion, or even a religion. To those who make a We’ve invested over $350 million in renovating the property as a whole. living from the game, golf is a multibillion-dollar sport—perhaps more than Golf Magazine hailed the renovation [of the Blue Monster course, where the $75 billion a year by now in the United States alone, after you add up the championship will be played] as one of the best of the year. Now the Red wages for the more than 2 million people who work in the industry, the cost Tiger course is open, and the Golden Palm will be next. We’re still working of travel and hospitality, spending on apparel and equipment, and even on on the Silver Fox. We’ve built a TaylorMade Performance Lab for golfers, irrigating the golf greens. and now offer a driving range that is lit at night. If they want, participants The Trump family falls squarely into both categories. Ivanka Trump, execuin the championship will be able to go out at 3 am to hit balls. tive vice president of development and acquisitions at The Trump Organization, has taken a leading role in overseeing the renovation of Is it just about the golf for you? her family’s Trump National Doral Miami resort, which I’m most excited for the golf. To be able to literally walk insight will host the World Golf Championships-Cadillac next to Tiger Woods—the energy is incredible. But I go winners and watchers Championship this month. Ocean Drive spoke to Trump down for the whole week of the event and host the fashAt stake during the tournament is a $9 million purse; about the business of golf, Doral, and Miami. ion show, which I love. My oldest now is 3, and she has the winner’s share is $1.53 million. However, most come with me; we created a kids’ camp at Doral, so Miamians won’t be teeing up; instead, look for the Is this a Doral event, a Miami event, or both? there is plenty for the little ones to do without getting $144 ticket to the WGC-Cadillac Championship’s [Where most tournaments] are so rural that you have underfoot on the course. Saturday golf and concert by Carlos Santana. to drive five hours after flying into the nearest airAre there ways the community is involved, too? port, here, you have incredible golf facilities and We’ll be kicking off a series of conferences on Monday. I everything else the resort offers, on 800 acres in the middle of Miami. It’s a do a women’s event featuring local business owners, which is fascinating for me. great benefit for Miami; I don’t know of another city with a PGA tournaWorld Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship takes place March 4–8 at ment of this stature. You have to be one of the top 72 players to be invited, Trump National Doral Miami, 4400 NW 87th Ave., Miami, 305-592-2000; and never does an invitation to play go unanswered. trumphotelcollection.com. OD

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At first glance, there’s little about David Grutman’s Mediterranean-style house that would suggest it’s the home of one of the country’s premier nightclub operators. Its traditional terra-cotta shingles, porte-cochère, and primly manicured lawn don’t quite sync with what you’d imagine would appeal to a guy who rules the nightlife scene in Miami. “When I bought [the property] last July, everyone told me I was crazy,” Grutman exclaims. “They said I was buying a house my grandmother would want.” Yet, just inside the foyer, a gumball machine filled with neon-hued candies offers an initial clue about the colorful character who lives within the sprawling waterside mansion. Situated on a double lot on Sunset Island, the house’s leading selling points, according to Grutman, were its views of the water, its wide lot with 210 feet of waterfront (ideal for his 40-foot VanDutch yacht, called Groot), and its massive backyard. Surveying the property’s landscape, continued on paGe 256

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David Grutman aboard his boat, the Groot, that is docked at his Sunset Island home.

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EminEnt Domain abode & Beyond The kitchen countertop is made of white quartz, and the lighting fixtures are from Restoration Hardware with a chrome finish; the clean, sleek look is made less serious with playful elements such as the Cap’n Crunch box mounted on the wall. right: Grutman (left) and interior designer François Frossard.

Grutman easily saw the potential for the lifestyle he wanted, and he collaborated with his longtime friend, designer François Frossard— known for his restaurant and nightclub designs—to convert the 5,000-square-foot residence and grounds into an inviting, exciting estate that’s as much a comfort zone as it is a party pad. By night, Grutman spends his time lording over Miami’s two hottest nightclubs—LIV, the Fontainebleau Miami Beach’s rocking doubleheight dance haven, which reportedly raked in $40 million last year, and Story, South Beach’s famed hot spot in South of Fifth. “We have the best DJs, the best

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crowd—we love dominating the nightlife market in Miami,” Grutman says. By day, though, he sleeps in, then spends afternoons mostly on the phone with his staff, talent agents, and promoters as well as musicians and artists who perform at his clubs. As an antidote to his crazy work life, Grutman tasked Frossard with crafting interiors that exuded comfort. “Dave works nonstop; he’s always on the go,” says Frossard. “So the home needed to be more like a safe haven or retreat for him, to [give him] a break from the nightlife scene.” The house also needed features that would make it easy for Grutman to entertain.

While his only roommates are Charlie and Kona, his English setter and Australian shepherd, and a one-eyed cat named Winker (who’s known to cause mayhem by occasionally jumping into the pool), Grutman often plays host to a wide range of visitors, including DJs, artists, musicians, and celebrities from all over the world. “I love spending time with creative people, so I have an open-door policy,” he says. “I like people to feel that when they come from out of town they have a comfortable place to stay in Miami that’s not a hotel. You never know who’s going to be here.” To make the home both

comfy and guest-friendly, Frossard’s first step was to reconfigure the dining room and kitchen by knocking down the wall that separated them and opening up the rooms to form one large entertaining space. An expansive new kitchen island rimmed with white leather bar stools, crisp white cabinets, and a circular breakfast table now make this gathering space the “center point of the home,” Frossard explains. The designer also gutted and redid all of the bathrooms—encasing the guest bath with floor-to-ceiling Calacatta marble—and refinished the floors throughout. With the shell complete,

the duo then started from scratch on the décor, shopping in Wynwood and the Design District and in New York to fit out the living spaces and multiple guest rooms with mostly neutralcolored modern furnishings and quiet accents that set a soothing tone throughout. “You would think I’d have a stripper pole, and this and that [clubby accoutrement], but there’s none of that kind of stuff,” says Grutman. Grutman’s playful side is instead revealed in his collections of toys and art—the only significant objets he brought with him from his previous home, a penthouse condo on Belle Isle. As continued on page 258

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“You would think i’d have a stripper pole, but there’s none of that kind of stuff.”—david grutman



eminent Domain abode & Beyond Designer Details Interior designer François Frossard incorporated out-ofthe-ordinary highlights into nightclub mogul David Grutman’s new Miami home. Exquisite display components: Custom shelving and display units—almost as artful as the curios they contain— clockwise from far left: The

home is filled with assorted collectibles and works by local artists, like this vintage 1950s record player and Alex Yanes’s Good Vibes; hanging on the wall is a piece by INO; miniature toy dolls of Run-DMC.

provide a way to curate disparate collectibles with a few impactful gestures in various rooms, including the kitchen and den. Statement pieces: A pair of riveted metal-clad Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs—gifts to Grutman from Frossard— an antique barber’s chair, and a vintage scale, along with plenty of local art,

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wall around the fireplace with rich texture and muted washes of color. Outside, more of the fun stuff unfolds. With a few swift gestures and some additional landscaping, Frossard reshaped what was a virtually empty lawn into a variegated yet relaxed playground. A massive circular swing bed—large enough for two or more people—hangs from a branch of the backyard’s only tree, which is also ringed by a semicircular built-in bench topped with plump custom cushions that can seat a sizeable crowd and overlooks the water. A colorful totem sculpture made by another local artist sits at the far corner of the yard. Frossard also added a flavorful mix of furnishings and accents around the pool. An extra-long table topped with a raw-edged slab of wood

“The home needed To be a reTreaT for dave To Take a break from The nighTlife scene.” —françois frossard

enliven the modern rooms with punches of personality. Evocative light: A constellation of lanterns suspended from a tree, in-ground up-lights that highlight an exterior sculpture, and a bright red vintage neon sign next to the pool

and surrounded by a clutch of plush chairs sits beneath a patio canopy and is illuminated by a vivid red neon gold rush sign mounted on the side of the house. “We salvaged it from the nowdefunct strip club in downtown Miami,” notes Frossard of the only pointblank nightlife-inspired accent on the property. After ambling through its flowing spaces, it’s easy to see how the house has become the perfect place for a teddybear-playboy-madman like Grutman to live

and sometimes work—in addition to managing his clubs, the self-made kingpin is currently planning a new hotel and 500-seat restaurant as well as a possible reality TV show with a “nightclub rescue theme.” Refreshed as it is with Frossard’s deft structural tweaks, fine-tuned furnishings, and custom accents as well as Grutman’s quirky art and collectibles, the Mediterranean-inspired abode now hits all the right notes for this crowd-pleasing entrepreneur to contentedly call it home. OD

infuse the backyard with a mildly clubby vibe when the sun goes down. Flowing spaces: Removing walls and opening up the kitchen and dining areas into a grand room allows guests to gather in one welcoming space on the main foor, while a series of doors open onto the patio from multiple points, easing the fow between indoors and out.

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inviting as the contemporary interior spaces are, these attention-grabbing collectibles, photographs, paintings, and sculptures pepper the rooms with zippy pops of energy and color. “What’s great is that most of the art is by local artists,” says Grutman, who counts works by Santlov, Alex Turco, and Alex Yanes among his favorites. A set of custom-designed shelves in a sitting area off the kitchen, one of the few lounge-worthy spaces in the home, with smoky blue velvet chairs, serves as a place to display a portion of his hundreds of toys—cartoonlike Kidrobots, tiny soldiers, Matchbox cars, Mr. T and Doughboy figurines—like a peanut gallery of pals along one wall. In the living room, a commissioned work called The World Is Yours in Gold by Alex Turco adorns an entire


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Dorytable lamp with pale gold base, Armani/Casa ($2,430). Miami Design District, 10 NE 39th St., 305-573-4331; armanicasa.com

Frame Collection nightstand by Luis Pons in white lacquer on wood with tapered brass legs, Niba Home ($4,190). Miami Design District, 39 NE 39th St., 305-573-1939; nibahome.com

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“A mix of materials is very important; adding those layers to your space is going to give it warmth, depth, personality, and character, the things that can sometimes get lost, especially in really modern, glitzier environments,” says interior designer Thom Filicia, who designed the Architectural Digest Oasis at The James during December’s Design Miami, and who is currently at work on Biscayne Beach, slated to open in East Edgewater in 2016. “When I look at the three things that really define the Miami aesthetic, I find the glitz to be the one you need the smallest amount of—a little goes a long way.” With Biscayne Beach, Filicia is straddling the line between modern, sophisticated urban life, and respecting the relaxation, easiness, and casual elegance that come with living in a waterfront community. “A lot of what we have traditionally seen in Miami is a little bit ‘slick,’ white, urban, international, glitzy,” says Filicia, who moved away from that “one-dimensional” aesthetic by mixing elements like woods, stones, and metals in a variety of finishes. “There’s lots of room for layers, which I think is where Miami is going. It’s just softer and more approachable, but it still feels at home in the city.” Here, a look at ways you can capture that multidimensional aesthetic in your own Miami abode.  OD



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Welcome to the 2015 Miami Open On behalf of the entire tournament staf I want to welcome you to the 2015 Miami Open presented by Itaú. A lot of exciting things have happened since last year’s event and we think your experience at this year’s tournament will be better than ever before. The frst thing you will notice is that we have a new name, a new look and a completely diferent feel around the site. This is due in part to our new presenting sponsor, Itaú. We are extremely excited to be working with such a strong brand, and their energy, excitement and creativity have been extraordinary. Our new logo, which really captures the essence of Miami, was created by Itaú’s in-house design team, and you will see their design infuence throughout the entire site. Itaú’s vision for the future of the tournament fts perfectly in line with our philosophy of providing our guests with a world class experience in all aspects of the event. We look forward to working together to continue to build the Miami Open and keep it as the best event in tennis. We are also happy to have LACOSTE as our new apparel sponsor. The quality and look of the merchandise, along with the new shopping experience, takes the event to a higher level. Make sure to check out their retail store for not only the best in tournament and tennis items but their entire line of men’s and women’s apparel. And I would be remiss if I didn’t mention our new automobile sponsor Lexus. Keep an eye out for all the tournament vehicles traveling around town over the next two weeks. In keeping with our philosophy of continually providing our guests with an overall entertainment experience you will notice several new activations on-site. Visit the new “Miami Open Experience” on the west side of the stadium and take part in many activities that you normally do not get at a sporting event. Beginning on Thursday, March 26 guests can enjoy the “Taste of Miami” featuring several of the world’s best chefs including Scott Conant, Tom Colicchio and Josh Capon. During the second week of the event check out the live fashion shows featuring Sports Illustrated swimsuit model and designer Tori Praver or get up close to the world’s best beach volleyball players as they compete in our new beach area. You will also notice many physical changes to the site. That’s because we have been improving all aspects of the grounds so you, the fan, can enjoy the Miami Open even more! To keep you connected to all the action, visit the new Social Media Wall created by SAP to keep up with the conversation. We have also added new shade structures to the food court pavilion, which will give you a more comfortable dining experience. Be sure to check out the improved Ben & Jerry’s Sweet Shop and our new burger and kebab spot, Pincho Factory, too! Assembling this event requires thousands of hours of preparation and execution by a wide variety of people. Our tireless staf, sponsors, vendors, volunteers, ball people, the ATP World Tour, the WTA, Miami-Dade County, and tennis’ top players have come together to make this global event the best of its kind in the world. We would like to thank Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez and the Board of County Commissioners for hosting our tournament on this wonderful site. We would also like to recognize the great eforts of Jack Kardys, Director of the Miami-Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department, for all he and his staf does in preparing this facility for the Miami Open each year. As always, if you have any questions or would like to give us your feedback, stop by our Guest Service Center where our multilingual staf will be happy to assist you. You can also ‘Like’ us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, or download our ofcial tournament mobile application to fnd out about special events and promotions happening on site.

Once again I would like to thank you for your patronage.

Sincerely,

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Greetings! As Mayor and on behalf of the 2.6 million residents of Miami-Dade County, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2015 Miami Open at the Crandon Park Tennis Center. Sports are an important part of the Miami-Dade County tradition and we are honored to host the Miami Open tournament and festivities, which draw visitors from every corner of the globe. These events not only impact our economy, but give us an opportunity to introduce visitors and viewers around the world to our community. Carlos A. Gimenez Mayor

We are home to people from over 156 countries, who communicate in more than 64 different languages. Miami-Dade County is proud of its diversity and this world-renowned event is a wonderful addition to our multi-cultural programs. If you are visiting, I encourage you to take advantage of our world-class beaches, hotels, restaurants, shopping, attractions, arts and culture, and recreation. I wish all of the participating players every success and all attendees an enjoyable experience.

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Count them, 1, 2, 3- yes, three decades jam-packed of world class tennis and star-studded courts seducing fans from across the globe to our fair city! Hooray! March is here and you know what that means??? Ladies and gentlemen, the envelope please! And the winner is…YOU! Yes, you are invited to come and join us for two weeks of cutting edge, sit on the side of your seat, teeth grinding tennis matches at the Miami Open presented by Itaú starting March 23rd through April 5th. Jump in your car, pack a bag and head out to Key Biscayne for the day and night to pamper yourself for hours. Steph Sez…this is sure to be the most A-mazing year yet! (A-mazing with a capital A!)

A group of friends break from the tennis action to enjoy a glass of bubbly from the Moët & Chandon Champagne and Sushi Lounge.

Thomas Berdych answers questions with Steph for fans at the 2014 Miami Open.

Steph Sez…Carpe Diem here at the Miami Open. For the latest scoop-check outwww.facebook.com/miamiopen and follow us on www.twitter.com/miamiopen and if you are eager to know who won an earlier match and you have the evening session, no sweat just download the mobile apps.

The moment you step onto Crandon Park Tennis Center, a euphoric feeling consumes you and yep, you are ready to roll! Seriously, it hits you and the energy of the Miami Open conquers your work thoughts and turns them into play time! It’s that time of year, who needs a massage or a spa day, visit the tennis venue, grab a glass of bubbly and feast on Sushi Maki’s signature sushi rolls and tableside shucked oysters at the Moët and Chandon Champagne and Sushi Lounge! OMG, did I mention that the little famous alligator is gracing our tourney! LACOSTE signed on to deck us all out in the most fab designs this year, so make sure to treat yourself to a trendy new ensemble! Tennis fans can shop to their hearts content at the new LACOSTE store on site. Let’s face it-the styling social set swoops in to show of their designer duds and ya know why? Have you looked around? It’s a who’s who out here! Glam gals and guys fock to faunt their assets at the tennis site, I mean, the glitterati are not only here to witness the greats in the sports but to ogle at (and hopefully meet) each other! I was not kidding when I said, be prepared to come for the day and stay for the evening where the bar and restaurant scene reigns supreme! It’s either time to rekindle your romantic relationship or meet someone new! After that last match, you are feeling a little famished and that cute guy from Europe wants to hook up for a little bite! Don’t fret,

the Miami Open serves up the most delish. For the best burgers and kebabs, hit up our new spot Pincho Factory, go Italiano for the authentic lover’s choice at Putino Pizzeria, or snuggle up at Novecento for a scoop of ceviche and calamari! Whether you have dined on crepes or fresh seafood, the Michelob ULTRA Beer Garden will cool of your pallets after any divine dish. AAAHHHH, still wanting more? I know, I get it!!! So much to do, so little time. Sounds like you’re craving the VIP treatment and really want to revel this year. No problem! The Collectors Club presented by FENDI Château Residences ofers memberships for patrons to sit back, relax and order up the best of the best for lunch, dinner and libations in a luxurious setting. For more info, call 305-442-3367. VIPs, you say! Yes, got your attention! The Miami Open buzzes as a mecca for celeb spottings including super star couple Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova, actors Owen Wilson and Woody Harrelson, sports stars Dwyane Wade, Tiger Woods and the list goes on and on! The VIP line-up on the court also blows this tourney out of the water! Here’s a tidbit-head on over to the Miami Open Experience, featuring interactive components highlighting the Miami Open lifestyle. So, you have just one thing left to do! Run, don’t walk and get your tickets today!!!!

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Top Ten Women SERENA WILLIAMS | Age: 33 (26.09.1981) Residence: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, USA Birthplace: Saginaw, Michigan, USA Height: 5’9” (175 cm) Weight: 155 lbs (70 kg) Plays: Right-handed Williams again took the world No.1 position at the end of the season to cement her legacy as one of the game’s greatest players. She climbed to that spot after winning the US Open for the third consecutive time and pushed her career Grand Slam titles to 18. Williams led the WTA in titles with a total of seven on the season. She picked up her second straight Miami Open title, for a total of seven, and will look to go for her third straight this year.

MARIA SHARAPOVA | Age: 27 (19.04.1987) Residence: Bradenton, Florida, USA Birthplace: Nyagan, Russia Height: 6’2” (188 cm) Weight: 130 lbs (59 kg) Plays: Right-handed One of the names most synonymous with women’s tennis over the past decade is Maria Sharapova and this remains true. The Russian captured her second Roland Garros title, making it the frst Grand Slam she won twice. She currently has a career fve Grand Slam titles. Sharapova notched her eighth Top 5 season, won four titles, and advanced to the WTA Finals for the fourth consecutive year in 2014. Sharapova also won in Beijing, Madrid and Stuttgart. One of the top players on the WTA, Sharapova is seeking her frst Miami Open title.

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SIMONA HALEP | Age: 23 (27.09.1991) Residence: Constanta, Romania Birthplace: Constanta, Romania Height: 5’6” (168 cm) Weight: 132 lbs (60 kg) Plays: Right-handed Adding to the list of young and exciting players, Halep defnitely qualifes. Halep took home eight titles in a 16 month span, including two in 2014. She climbed her way to her frst Grand Slam fnal at Roland Garros but could not defeat Maria Sharapova. Halep is quickly proving her worth, as she managed an 8-6 record against fellow Top 10 players.

PETRA KVITOVA | Age: 24 (08.03.1990) Residence: Monte Carlo, Monaco Birthplace: Bilovec, Czech Republic Height: 6’ (182 cm) Weight: 154 lbs (70 kg) Plays: Left-handed Kvitova stood victorious for the second time at the All England Club and once again hoisted the Wimbledon trophy. Kvitova fnished in the Top 10 for four consecutive seasons and 2014 marked her fourth straight appearance in the WTA Finals. She is one of the most consistent players in the game and the lefty went 4-0 in Fed Cup singles matches to help the Czech Republic win its third title in four years. At 24, Kvitova is gaining speed at just the right time.

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AGNIESZKA RADWANSKA | Age: 25 (06.03.1989) Residence: Krakow, Poland Birthplace: Krakow, Poland Height: 5’8” (173 cm) Weight: 123 lbs (56 kg) Plays: Right-handed Radwanska managed to make it all the way to the semifnals at the Australian Open but could not capture her frst Grand Slam title. She cruised to her fourth consecutive Top 10 fnish and defeated Venus Williams to win her 14th career singles title in Montreal. She is the only Polish woman ever to compete at the WTA Finals. In 2012, Radwanska took home the Miami Open title and looks to get back to her former position this year.

EUGENIE BOUCHARD | Age: 20 (25.02.1994) Residence: Montreal, Canada Birthplace: Montreal, Canada Height: 5’10” (178 cm) Weight: 134 lbs (61 kg) Plays: Right-handed Bouchard rose to notoriety as she cracked into the Top 10 for the frst time in her career. The Canadian reached the fnals at Wimbledon, which helped her rise 137 positions in just two years. She picked up her frst career title at Nurnberg and continued to improve throughout the season. At only 20 years old, there is still a lot more tennis for Bouchard.

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The 2015 Road to Singapore is ofcially underway, with the frst leaderboard of the year-long quest to reach the BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore presented by SC Global revealed just a few weeks ago. The Road to Singapore is a season-long campaign that will see the stars of the WTA through their journey from the beginning of the season right to its culmination at the WTA Finals in Singapore. Valuable points are on the line during the months of February and March at events in Antwerp, Pattaya City, Dubai, Rio De Janiero, Doha, Acapulco, Monterrey, Kuala Lumpur, Indian Wells and Miami – ten of the 54 events in 33 countries that comprise the WTA calendar and Road to Singapore. Despite the fact that the 2015 WTA Finals are nine months away, the early tournaments of the Road to Singapore can set the tone for the season and even begin to identaify who the Elite Eight will be. The 2015 WTA Finals will feature the Top 8 singles and doubles players in the world competing in a round-robin

event. The event is much more than a tennis competition, however, as invitationals featuring Legends and Rising Stars, music from local and international artists, the popular Fan Festival and much more highlight the ten-day sport entertainment extravaganza. “The 2014 BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore presented by SC Global was an incredible event with a great atmosphere,” said WTA Finals champion and World No.1 Serena Williams. “Singapore is an amazing city and their fans and the organizers have been fantastic hosts during these past 10 days. I can’t wait to compete again next year with the goal of being back in Singapore in 2015.” In these frst few tournaments of the 2015 Road to Singapore, keep an eye on the seasoned veterans, looking to cement their place in the history books; dangerous contenders, knocking at the door of the top eight; and Rising Stars, poised to break through and assert themselves on the world’s biggest stages – chances are you’ll see each at the 2015 WTA Finals Singapore.

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ANA IVANOVIC | Age: 27 (06.11.1987) Residence: Basel, Switzerland Birthplace: Belgrade, Serbia Height: 6’ (184 cm) Weight: 152 lbs (69 kg) Plays: Right-handed Ivanovic made an excellent return to former glory, fnishing in the Top 5 for the frst time since 2008. She took home four titles, which included the 15th of her career in Tokyo. The Serbian also managed to defeat Maria Sharapova on clay in Rome, which made her only the second player to take down the Russian on clay since the 2011 Roland Garros. Ivanovic put together one of her best seasons and looks to continue that form in 2015.

CAROLINE WOZNIACKI | Age: 22 (11.07.1990) Residence: Monte Carlo, Monaco Birthplace: Odense, Denmark Height: 5’10” (177 cm) Weight: 139 lbs (63 kg) Plays: Right-handed In 2014, Wozniacki had her sixth straight Top 10 season fnish, which is the longest active streak. Wozniacki made it to her second Grand Slam fnal (US Open) and lost to Serena Williams. She later proved another type of athletic ability by completing the NYC marathon in 3 hours and 26 minutes. Wozniacki has won at least one title for seven consecutive years. Make no mistake, she’s looking to make waves at the Miami Open.

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ANGELIQUE KERBER | Age: 27 (18.01.1988) Residence: Puszczykowo, Poland Birthplace: Bremen, Germany Height: 5’8” (173 cm) Weight: 150 lbs (68 kg) Plays: Left-handed This marks Kerber’s third straight year in fnishing in the Top 10. Kerber is a perennial contender, having reached the third round or better in 12 of the last 13 Grand Slams. Her play earned her a quarterfnals appearance at Wimbledon. In addition, she played in the quarterfnals in the Miami Open. Although she fell to eventual champ Serena Williams, Kerber is in contention for this year’s title once again.

EKATERINA MAKAROVA | Age: 26 (07.06.1988) Residence: Moscow, Russia Birthplace: Moscow, Russia Height: 5’11” (180 cm) Weight: 143 lbs (65 kg) Plays: Left-handed Makarova picked up her second career title at Pattaya City, her frst since 2010. This year Markarova reached the 3rd round or better in all four Grand Slams for the frst time in her career. Her marked improvement shows she is picking up steam and will be a tough contender for the other players on the WTA to face. The Russian also plays an impressive doubles schedule and has ranked highly in competition.

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2015: 30th Anniversary —STEPHANIE SAYFIE AAGAARD

Happy 30th Anniversary! Wow, can you believe the Miami Open presented by ItaĂş, is rocking its third decade of spectacular tennis and style and you get to celebrate with us! Geez, I remember back when the tennis stars used to practice at a local high school, the scoreboards were manually changed and there was not a purple court in sight! The most glamorous tennis tourney in the world, the Miami Open, is a far cry from the day it started in 1985 which marked the frst time in 56 years that a new two-week tournament featuring men and women was launched. Key Biscayne marked the home of the Miami Open, as Miami-Dade County christened the Crandon Park Tennis Center, a 30-acre expanse that is transformed each year from a public tennis facility into the sensational tennis tourney we look forward to each year. Yes, there have been changes, improvements and of course, major growth over the years. Giving birth and nurturing an event like this is never easy but fans focked from near and far to applaud

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An early construction photo of the stadium at the Crandon Park Tennis Center. The stadium opened in 1994.

Tim Mayotte is awarded the winner’s trophy at the 1985 Miami Open.

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and indulge in the fast-paced, interactive and entertaining two week extravaganza. From a simple tourney of tennis to a world class competition, where the purple courts graced with the best of the best in the world of tennis, draw millions of celebrities and notables from the worlds of sports, fashion, entertainment, business and so many more to engage and indulge. Get this-the Miami Open, considered one of the most prestigious titles in professional tennis, has been awarded “Tournament of the Year” by the ATP in nine of the last 13 years and in 2004, the event was also named “Tournament of the Year” by the WTA. As the tournament grew, so did Miami. The little beach town, known for its retirement communities, Miami has today fourished and bloomed with the rise of South Beach, the hottest place on the planet attracting the young and the beautiful to party in its playground. Real estate developments and fashion destinations ascended to a burgeoning crowd of new citizens to our fair city. Boaters witnessed a sprouting skyline arise from Biscayne Bay over the years. Trafc may have thickened but for good reasonssporting events, including the Miami Open, seduced globetrotters to this corner of the Earth. Formerly a one sport city with our hometown heroes, the Miami Dolphins, these 30 years brought three-time NBA World champions, the Miami HEAT, the Miami Marlins and the Florida Panthers into the mix. Blending and mingling is what Miami thrives on from movers and shakers hitting

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most sizzling city around, keeps growing and fourishing! Growing and evolving is the key! Miami commemorates its successes and the Miami Open ranks among the highest. As the years progress, the Miami Open continues to deliver it! Yes, decade after decade, the tourney serves it up with an ace ushering in the luminaries from the world of tennis from legends of the past and present including Chris Evert, Ivan Lendl, Martina Navratilova, Roger Federer, Pete Sampras, Andre Agassi, Monica Seles, Gabriela Sabatini, Stef Graf, Venus and Serena Williams to name a few. From chefs stirring it up to fashion shows to entertainment galore, the Miami Open is more than just a tennis event, it’s a destination which combines the best of tennis and the best of our metropolitan Miami.

the Art Basel scene to ogling at the dazzling musicals and plays at the Adrienne Arsht Center of Performing Arts, to relishing the crossover music of Gloria Estefan and The Miami Sound Machine. Miami, the magical city, the gateway to Latin America and the

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Get to know Andy Murray & Genie Bouchard

Who would you say is your “biggest fan?” Andy Murray: I’m very fortunate with all the support I get at diferent cities around the world but if I had to pick I would probably say my dogs! What other sport would you like to compete in if you were not playing yours? Genie Bouchard: If I was not playing tennis I would be playing basketball. What would you consider to be the best moment of your career? Andy Murray: Winning Wimbledon was incredible, it was something that the team and I had worked towards for many years, and it is something I will always be extremely proud of. If you could change one rule about your sport, what would it be? Genie Bouchard: For fans to be louder, more fan friendly in general. What are your goals for 2015? Andy Murray: I feel as strong as ever despite coming of a tough back injury recovery, and I am focused on doing well in all four Grand Slams this year, and putting myself in the best position to win every tournament I enter. What does it mean for you to be in the top 10 of the WTA? Genie Bouchard: It means I am closer to my goal! If you could hit with one person, dead or alive, who would it be? Andy Murray: Pete Sampras - He’s one of the true legends of the game so it would be incredible to get on the court with him.

When you go to the beach, do you tan or swim? Genie Bouchard: Swim When you hop of the plane in Miami, what do you do frst? Andy Murray: I’ll text my fancée that I’ve landed safe, and try and shake the jet lag as quickly as possible. What is your most delish Miami dish? Genie Bouchard: Anything at Zuma Sushi! Since you have a home & train in Miami, does the Miami Open feel like a home tournament for you? Andy Murray: It does, Crandon Park is where I do all my training in the ofseason so to be able to play competitively on them is great. One of the best parts is being able to sleep in my own bed at my apartment. If you could wear anything on court, what would it be? Genie Bouchard: I would wear a bikini. What is your go to karaoke song? Andy Murray: If had to choose, I would sing Ed Sheeran’s ‘You Need Me I Don’t Need You’. If you could eat anything without it afecting your training, what would it be? Genie Bouchard: An endless bag of Cheetos. What is the frst word that comes to mind when you think of Miami Open? Andy Murray: Sunshine – The tournament is based on Key Biscayne, which is an incredible part of Miami.


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Top Ten Men NOVAK DJOKOVIC | Age: 27 (22.05.1987) Residence: Monte Carlo, Monaco Birthplace: Belgrade, Serbia Height: 6’2” (188 cm) Weight: 176 lbs (80 kg) Plays: Right-handed Djokovic reclaimed his spot as world No.1 in 2014 and has stood atop the end of season rankings three of the past four seasons (’11-’12, ’14). In capturing his 2nd Wimbledon title, Djokovic extended his streak of winning at least one Slam title in a season to four consecutive years. The Serbian claimed seven titles in eight fnals, the highest mark on the ATP World Tour. After taking down the world’s best in the ATP World Tour Finals in London for the third consecutive year, Djokovic is the man to beat. As the reigning Miami Open champion, expect Djokovic to be ready to defend his title.

ROGER FEDERER | Age: 33 (08.08.1981) Residence: Bottmingen, Switzerland Birthplace: Basel, Switzerland Height: 6’1” (185 cm) Weight: 187 lbs (85 kg) Plays: Right-handed Federer continued to defend his spot amongst the game’s elites with fve singles titles on the season. At age 33, Federer became the oldest player to fnish in the top 2 in the Emirates ATP Tour Rankings history. While dazzling crowds across the globe, Federer fell just short of capturing his 8th Wimbledon title. The Swiss ace fnished in the Top 10 for the 13th consecutive season, a streak not seen since Ivan Lendl (’80’92). His two ATP Masters 1000 victories (Cincinnati & Shanghai), as well as leading Switzerland to its frst Davis Cup title, helped further cement his legacy as one of the greatest to ever play the game and makes him a tough out for anyone trying to take it all in Miami.

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RAFAEL NADAL | Age: 28 (03.06.1986) Residence: Manacor, Mallorca, Spain Birthplace: Manacor, Mallorca, Spain Height: 6’1” (185 cm) Weight: 188 lbs (85 kg) Plays: Left-handed Rafael Nadal returns as one of the most exciting players on tour after a season marred by injury. By adding another Roland Garros title and his undisputed reputation as one of the best clay court players of all time, Nadal tied tennis great Pete Sampras with 14 Grand Slam victories. The No.1 Spaniard was an Australian Open fnalist and fnished with four titles on the season. A four time fnalist at the Miami Open, Nadal is a legitimate contender. Back at full strength and barreling into 2015, could this be the year Nadal captures his frst title in Miami?

STAN WAWRINKA | Age: 29 (28.03.1985) Residence: St. Barthelemy, Switzerland Birthplace: Lausanne, Switzerland Height: 6’ (183 cm) Weight: 179 lbs (81 kg) Plays: Right-handed Last season was a year of frsts for the Swiss No. 2. Wawrinka captured his frst Grand Slam title in the Australian Open, frst ATP Masters 1000 title in Monte Carlo and claimed victory at the Davis Cup with Switzerland for the frst time. En route to his Australian Open title, Wawrinka took down the likes of Djokovic, Nadal and Berdych. Moving into the Top 5, Wawrinka is out to prove he belongs with the elites. Playing the best tennis of his career, Wawrinka is threatening to have the season of his life and is a threat for the title in Miami.

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KEI NISHIKORI | Age: 25 (29.12.1989) Residence: Bradenton, Florida, USA Birthplace: Shimane, Japan Height: 5’10” (178 cm) Weight: 150 lbs (68 kg) Plays: Right-handed Nishikori caught fre at the end of 2014 and put together a spectacular run to become a US Open fnalist. He ended the season with a career-high 54 wins and managed to capture four titles. Rising to No. 5 in the world, Nishikori is currently the highest-ranking Asian player in ATP World Tour history. With speed and precision, Nishikori is emerging as one of the young guns poised to shape the future of tennis. As a semi-fnalist in Miami in 2014, Nishikori is looking to go a little bit further this time around.

ANDY MURRAY | Age: 27 (15.05.1987) Residence: London, England Birthplace: Dunblane, Scotland Height: 6’3” (190 cm) Weight: 185 lbs (84 kg) Plays: Right-handed The 2013 Wimbledon winner looks to keep fnding success as Murray has captured at least one title in nine consecutive seasons. The man from Dunblane fnished in the Top 6 for the 7th season in a row and competed in the ATP Tour World Finals. Murray also tacked on three more titles to his resume and managed to reach the semifnals at Roland Garros. The Miami Open winner in 2013, Murray is looking to make sure the trophy goes home with him this year.

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TOMAS BERDYCH | Age: 29 (17.09.1985) Residence: Monte Carlo, Monaco Birthplace: Valasske Mezirici, Czech Republic Height: 6’5” (196 cm) Weight: 200 lbs (91 kg) Plays: Right-handed Berdych continued to impress in 2014 by fnishing in the Top 10 for the 5th consecutive year. The Czech grabbed two titles, including one in Rotterdam over eventual US Open champion Marin Cilic. Berdych has reached at least one fnal in 11 consecutive years and is a dangerous player to contend with. Last year, Berdych pushed all the way to the semifnals in Miami. Berdych looks poised to make another run at this year’s tournament.

MILOS RAONIC | Age: 24 (27.12.1990) Residence: Monte Carlo, Monaco Birthplace: Podgorcia, Montenegro Height: 6’5” (196 cm) Weight: 216 lbs (98 kg) Plays: Right-handed The big serving Raonic impressed at Wimbledon where he made his frst Grand Slam semifnals. He also became the frst player born in the 1990s to qualify for the World Tour Finals. After winning a personal-best 49 matches, Raonic became the 1st player from Canada to end the season in the Top 10. Raonic reached the quarterfnals or better at 7 ATP Masters 1000 events, a feat only Federer and Ferrer matched. With more experience under his belt, this puts him in good shape to be a top contender in Miami.

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MARIN CILIC | Age: 26 (28.09.1988) Residence: Monte Carlo, Monaco Birthplace: Medjugorje, Bosnia & Herzegovina Height: 6’6” (198 cm) Weight: 196 lbs (89 kg) Plays: Right-handed Marin Cilic surprised the tennis world, and rebounded beautifully after missing most of 2013, by taking the US Open title and winning three other titles. His 54 match wins accounted for a personal best and he became the frst Croat to end the year in the Top 10 since Ljubicic (’06). With a newfound game and confdence, Cilic looks to prove his 2014 was not just a stroke of good luck but rather a player reborn. Cilic is the perfect dark horse going into Miami.

DAVID FERRER | Age: 32 (02.04.1982) Residence: Valencia, Spain Birthplace: Javea, Spain Height: 5’9” (175 cm) Weight: 160 lbs (73 kg) Plays: Right-handed The No.2 Spaniard proved that age is simply a number. Ferrer closed out the season in the Top 10 for the 5th year in a row. Take note, Ferrer is not going away anytime soon and is ftter than ever. The player with a knack for winning tough rallies claimed his frst victory in a decade over then No.1 Nadal in the ATP Masters 1000 Monte Carlo. By defeating Nadal, Ferrer proved his chances in Miami will be more than just a long shot against the top dogs.

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Juan-Sebastian Cabal and Robert Farah teach fans how to mix our tournament beverage, the Bombay Sapphire Ace.

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Quick Facts Site Tennis Center at Crandon Park in Key Biscayne Stadium Capacity: 13,800 Grandstand Capacity: 4946

Parking General admission ticket holders may park on Virginia Key (one mile North of the Tennis Center), with free shuttle bus service to the parking area at Crandon Park. Directional signs will lead you to Virginia Key once across the Rickenbacker Causeway. Miami-Dade County will provide Virginia Key parking for $12 per vehicle.

Directions From the South: Take US1 (South Dixie Highway) to the Brickell Avenue exit. Stay right and follow the Rickenbacker Causeway toward Key Biscayne. Look for the parking signs. From the North: Take Interstate 95 South to the Key Biscayne exit. Follow the Rickenbacker Causeway toward Key Biscayne. Look for the parking signs.

Transit Bus service via the popular Route B Bus, also referenced as Route 102, covering the Brickell Metrorail Station, Brickell Business District, Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami Seaquarium, Crandon Park, City of Key Biscayne, and Cape Florida State Park, will make regular stops at the main entrance of the Tournament when heading toward the Village of Key Biscayne.

It will also make regular stops across the street from the main entrance, along the east side of Crandon Boulevard, on its return route to Brickell. Public transportation information, including bus schedules, routes and fares, can be found at http://www.miamidade.gov/transit/ or by calling 311.

Prohibited Items Policy The following items are prohibited and MAY NOT be brought onto the grounds: Sealed packages of any kind; briefcases; hard coolers or like containers; glass bottles or cans; aerosol cans or noisemaking devices; alcoholic beverages; commercial video cameras or recording devices; computers or laptops; food (except in limited quantities, or for medical, dietary or infant purposes); weapons (regardless of permit); pets (unless a service animal); fags, banners, signs or laser pointing devices; tennis racquets; bicycles; scooters of any type; in-line skates; roller skates; skateboards; and any other items deemed unlawful or dangerous by the management of the Miami Open, in its sole discretion.

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Guest Services Lost? Need information or want to purchase tickets for future sessions at the Miami Open? The Guest Services Center is located next to Gate C. Multi-lingual personnel are available to answer questions, make recommendations or listen to suggestions. Included in the Guest Services Center is the Advanced Ticket Window where you can purchase tickets to upcoming sessions.

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The National YoungArts Foundation identifes and supports the next generation of artists in the visual, literary, design and performing arts; assists them at critical junctures in their educational and professional development; and raises appreciation for the arts in American society. youngarts.org

FRIDAY | 03.13.15 | 6:00PM ART, DESIGN + PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION OPENING WRITERS’ READINGS FILM SCREENINGS + JAZZ COMBO YoungArts Campus 2100 Biscayne Boulevard | Miami, FL Events are free SATURDAY | 03.14.15 | 8:00PM DANCE, MUSIC, THEATER + VOICE PERFORMANCE Directed by Michael McElroy (1985 YoungArts Winner, Theater) The Colony Theatre 1040 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL Tickets: $15 General, $10 Members + Alumni SUNDAY | 03.15.15 | 3:00PM DANCE, MUSIC, THEATER + VOICE PERFORMANCE Directed by John Heginbotham The Colony Theatre 1040 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL Tickets: $15 General, $10 Members + Alumni

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Sam Robin, Tata Harper, and Leticia Grendene at the Tata Harper takeover event at Casa Tua.

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Charles “Lil Buck” Riley, and Yolanda and Jeff Berkowitz at the Voices for Children Foundation’s Be a Voice, Feel the Passion gala at the Mandarin Oriental, Miami.

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LISTINGS

Bodega Taqueria y Tequila “Shepard Style” Mexican street food straight out of a vintage Airstream taco truck filling the area’s void for vibrant, authentic Mexican cuisine. 1220 16th Street, Miami Beach, 305-704-2145

COCONUT GROVE, CORAL GABLES, KEY BISCAYNE

George’s in the Grove Lively, casual bistro featuring French classics. 3145 Commodore Plaza, Coconut Grove, 305-444-7878

Town Kitchen & Bar Global comfort foods and an irresistible brunch special. 7301 SW 57th Ct., South Miami, 305-740-8118

Love Is Blind A culinary adventure that takes you all over the globe. 225 Altara Avenue, Coral Gables, 305-748-6118

Versailles The authentic and famous Miami-Cuban classic.

305-365-6003

Bizcaya Mediterranean-influenced cuisine serving fresh fish and prime cuts of beef, at the Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove.

Monty’s Raw Bar Scenic waterside spot offering seafood goodies. 2550 S. Bayshore Dr., Coconut Grove, 305-856-3992

DESIGN DISTRICT, MIDTOWN,WYNWOOD

Ortanique on the Mile New World Caribbean cuisine, island elegance. 278 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, 305-446-7710

Bocce Bar Midtown’s latest addition distinguishes itself from the rest with a bocce ball court and its rustic feel and cozy ambiance. 3252 NE First Ave., Miami, 786-245-6211

Palme d’Or Fabulous French fare, at the landmark Biltmore Hotel. 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables, 305-913-3201

The Butcher Shop Trendy addition to Wynwood that fuses retail, restaurant and beer garden into one gourmet hot-spot.

Artisan The newest hot spot in Key Biscayne perfect for sandwiches or tapas. 658 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne;

3300 SW 27th Ave., Coconut Grove, 305-644-4680

Cantina Beach Miami’s only oceanfront, coastal Mexican restaurant located at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne. 455 Grand Bay Dr., Key Biscayne, 305-365-4622

Caffe Abbracci Dine beneath the glow of a ruby-red starlight chandelier and the brilliance of Venetian glass on Italian-inspired foods including great carpaccio’s, the freshest fish, homemade pastas or succulent NY meats.

3555 SW 8 St., Miami, 305-444-0240

165 NW 23rd Street, Miami, 305-846-9120

Pascal’s on Ponce Contemporary French cuisine. 2611 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Coral Gables, 305-444-2024

Cafeina Diverse hot-spot offering intriguing art, nightlife and tasty cuisine in the heart of Wynwood. 297 NW 23rd Street,

318 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables, 305-441-0700

Peacock Garden Cafe The ideal setting for outside dining at anytime of day. 2889 McFarlane Rd., Coconut Grove,

Miami, 305-438-0792

Christy’s Restaurant The steak house meets the piano bar at this Miami staple. 3101 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables,

305-774-3332

305-446-1400

Red Fish Grill Romantic, waterside seafood dining experience. 9610 Old Cutler Rd., Miami, 305-668-8788

The Cypress Room The Genuine Hospitality Group’s latest Design District haunt gives an elegant nod to 1920’s American fine dining. 3620 NE 2nd Ave., Miami, 305-520-5197

Cioppino Tuscan cuisine capturing the romance of Old World Italy, at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne. 455 Grand Bay Dr., Key Biscayne, 305-365-4156

Sushi Samba The finest fusion of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian cuisine at the Westin Colonnade Hotel.

The Federal Tackling comfort food classics like pot pies, biscuits and gravy, this eatery will rock your world. 5132 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-758-9559

180 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables, 305-441-2600

Eating House Not your typical steakhouse, this hipster-esque hotspot is known for its eclectic menu serving playful dishes such as “Cap’n Crunch” pancakes for brunch. 804 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Coral Gables, 305-448-6524

Swine Southern Table & Bar This joint is a place to hang with friends, sip a little whiskey, and indulge in genuine Southern cooking. 2415 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Coral Gables,

Harry’s Pizzeria Chef and owner Michael Schwartz’s newest creation offers a cozy and comfortable neighborhood spot to enjoy some creative, wood-oven pizzas, craft beers, and a selection of delectable desserts. 3918 N. Miami Ave., Miami,

786-360-6433

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LISTINGS Gigi Bustling and hip hot spot featuring Asian-inspired fare. 3470 N. Miami Ave., Miami, 305-573-1520

Mandolin Aegean Bistro Authentic countryside cuisine from Greece and Turkey. 4312 NE 2nd Ave., Miami, 305-576-6066 MC Kitchen Modern Italian cuisine offering seasonal dishes with ingredients selected on the basis of quality, harvest maturity, and farming integrity. 4141 NE 2nd Ave., Suite 101A, Miami, 305-456-9948

Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink Michael Schwartz’s highly successful Design District eatery. 130 NE 40th St., Atlas Plaza, Miami, 305-573-5550

Mignonette A raw oyster bar with a welcoming environment where seafood lovers can share a bottle of bubbly while enjoying a dozen of the freshest oysters. 210 NE 18th Street, Miami, 305-374-4635

Morgans Modern, home-style comfort food for brunch, lunch and dinner. 28 NE 29th St., Miami, 305-573-9678

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Oak Tavern This Design District eatery cooks up modern home-style fare including hearty dishes such as “grown-up mac and cheese.” 35 NE 40th Street, Miami, 786-391-1818 Sakaya Kitchen This delicious offering from chef Richard Hales re-imagines Asian fast food in a decidedly gourmet way. 3401 N. Miami Ave., Miami, 305-576-8096

Offers a simple mix of amazingly fresh crudos, grilled meats and fish in South Florida, served alongside unmatched views of Biscayne Bay, at the Mondrian Hotel. 1100 West Ave., Miami Beach, 305-514-1500

CVI.CHE 105 This bustling Peruvian eatery has quickly become a hip downtown landmark. 105 NE 3rd Ave., Miami,

selection of BBQ, grilled meats, and tapas all ideally complimented by signature cocktails. 115 NE 3rd Ave., Miami,

Salumeria 104 Authentic Northern Italian salumi shop and trattoria serving traditional dishes and cured meats. 3451 NE

305-577-3454

786-567-4940

1st Ave., Miami, 305-424-9588

db Bistro Moderne The New York sensation from chef Daniel Boulud, in downtown’s JW Marriott Marquis.

Sugarcane From the creators of Sushi Samba, a raw bar and grill with a South American spirit. 3252 NE 1st Ave., Miami,

255 Biscayne Blvd. Way, Miami, FL 33131, 305-350-0750

Seasalt and Pepper A seafood brasserie and lounge, is a celebration of the sense that marks the return to the core values of gastronomy. 422 NW North River Drive, Miami, 305-440-4200

786-369-0353

Dolores But You Can Call Me Lolita Located in the heart of Brickell’s Financial District, the restaurant, offers a unique selection of International fusion cuisine.

Soya y Pomodoro Intimate Italian located in a quaint Neoclassical alcove. 120 NE 1st St., Miami, 305-381-9511

1000 South Miami Ave., Miami, 305-403-3103

Toscana Divino Brickell’s Italian trattoria features an Italian happy hour, “Aperitivo Italiano,” every Wednesday. 900 S.

Edge Steak & Bar This stylish departure from the traditional steak house is the new crown jewel of The Four Seasons Hotel Miami. 1435 Brickell Ave., Miami, 305-381-3190

Miami Ave., Miami, 305-371-2767

Wynwood Kitchen & Bar Affordable global Latino cuisine meets cutting-edge art. 2550 NW 2nd Ave., Miami, 305-722-8959

DOWNTOWN/BRICKELL Area 31 Great seafood from the namesake region encompassing the Florida coast and Central America. 270 S. Biscayne Blvd. Way, Miami, 305-424-5234

Garcia’s Seafood Grille & Fish Market Fabulously fresh fish, right on the river. 398 NW North River Dr., Miami,

Tamarina Specializes in Italian cuisine inspired by the Mediterranean coast incorporating freshly caught seafood and local produce which is prepared using classic Italian techniques. 600 Brickell Avenue, Miami, 305-579-1888

305-375-0765

Atrio Restaurant and Wine Room A contemporary restaurant and lounge offering guests an innovative and international menu paired with a minimalistic setting to complement the view of an incandescent Miami skyline.

Il Gabbiano Decadent, exquisite Italian cuisine served inside or out, overlooking Biscayne Bay. 335 S. Biscayne Blvd.,

Touché Rooftop Lounge & Restaurant From celebrity chef Carla Pellegrino, featuring an array of dishes ranging from meat to pastas to seafood and sushi. 15 NE 11th Street,

Miami, 305-373-0063

Miami, 305-358-9848

La Mar by Gaston Acurio Features the acclaimed Peruvian cuisine of celebrity chef Gastón Acurio in a high-energy setting with dramatic water views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline, at the Mandarin Oriental. 500 Brickell Key Dr.,

Truluck’s Seafood Steak & Crab House A fantastic combination of the freshest Florida Stone Crab, juicy steaks and a selection of over 100 wines. 777 Brickell Ave., Miami,

1395 Brickell Ave., Miami, 305-503-6529

Azul French inspired cuisine with an Asian twist at the Mandarin Oriental. 500 Brickell Key Dr., Miami, 305-913-8358

305-579-0035

Batch Fresh off a successful opening, this Gastropub, with cocktails on tap, is soon to be Brickell’s favored hotspot.

Miami, 305-913-8358

30 SW 12th St., Miami, 305-808-5555

Naoe Experience natural Japanese cuisine as Chef Kevin Cory serves a unique Chef’s Choice menu. 661 Brickell Key

Biscayne Tavern Located in the B2 Miami downtown, this casual neighborhood gathering post serves up the next evolution of comfort food. 146 Biscayne Blvd., Miami,

Dr., Miami, 305-947-6263

Novecento Argentinean and Mediterranean cuisine.

Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Wolfgang Zweiner’s famous steak house has finally arrived in Miami. 315 S. Biscayne Blvd.,

305-358-4555

1414 Brickell Ave., Miami, 305-403-0900

Miami, 305-487-7130

Cantina La Veinte A cultural expression of true Mexican cuisine featuring traditional Mexican decor with an art deco flare and over 100 brands of Mexican wine pairings. 465

The Oceanaire Ultra fresh seafood and American Steak house. 900 S. Miami Ave., Miami 305-372-8862

Zuma Internationally acclaimed Japanese “pub fare” from London restaurateur Rainer Becker, at the Epic Hotel.

Brickell Ave., Miami, 786-623-6135

OTC Comfort cuisine is served as the name suggests — overthe-counter. 1250 South Miami Ave., Miami, 305-374-4612

Cipriani Exquisite Italian restaurant with impeccable service and elegant design. 465 Brickell Ave. CU1, Miami, 786-329-4090 Crazy About You A truly unique lounge setting, and picturesque water front dining experience. 1155 Brickell Bay Dr,

Tuyo Sitting atop Miami Dade College’s new Miami Culinary Institute, Tuyo is an exquisite fusion of New World flavors. 415 N.E. 2nd Ave., Miami, 305-237-3200

270 Biscayne Blvd. Way, Miami, 305-577-0277

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PM Buenos Aires Fish & Steak House Born from the nostalgia felt from the “Porteño”-like cuisine, PM has the influence of not only the parrilladas but also all the different styles all over the world. 1453 S. Miami Ave., Miami, 305-200-5606

15 Steps Seasonal farm-to-table dining at the Eden Roc hotel. 4525 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-5594

Pollos y Jarras Authentic Peruvian cuisine with an extensive

305-532-1727

Miami, (305) 377-4442

A Fish Called Avalon Contemporary tropical menu featuring award-winning seafood dishes. 700 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach,


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LISTINGS Casa Tua Italian restaurant with a private upstairs lounge and la dolce vita vibe. 1700 James Ave., Miami Beach,

1111 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach, 305-763-8272

305-673-1010

Katsuya Traditional Japanese cuisine with a provocative twist, at the SLS Hotel South Beach. 1701 Collins Ave., Miami

Cecconi’s The Italian sensation from Mayfair and West Hollywood has brought its A-list vibe to the Soho Beach House. 4385 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 786-507-7902

Beach, 305-455-5000

De Rodriguez Cuba Reminiscent of the exhilarating nightlife of old world Havana, Cuba, serving Modern Cuban Cuisine in South Beach’s chic South of Fifth neighborhood, at the Hilton Bentley. 101 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach, 305-672-6624

Beach, 305-763-8147

DiLido Beach Club A casually elegant oceanfront restaurant and lounge with ocean-table cuisine and a relaxed, chic ambiance perfect for people-watching, at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach. 155 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach 786-276-4000

La Piaggia A St-Tropez beach club without the jet lag.

Dolce Italian Contemporary take on Italian classics located at The Gale Hotel. 1690 Collins Ave., Miami Beach,

Vintro Kitchen Committed to the craft approach of food. A place where you can escape, live in the moment, explore the flavors, taste, experiment and share with your friends. 2216 Park Avenue, Miami Beach, 305-674-9200

La Locanda Classic Italian just south of Fifth Street. 419 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-538-6277

1000 South Pointe Dr., Miami Beach, 305-674-0647

La Savina Offers a simple mix of amazingly fresh crudos, grilled meats and fish in South Florida, served alongside unmatched views of Biscayne Bay, at the Mondrian Hotel. 1100 West Ave., Miami Beach, 305-514-1500

305-673-0199

Drunken Dragon South Beach’s first Korean barbecue restaurant presents a unique method of table side cooking while offering a combination of Asian inspired dishes as well as tropical, exotic cocktails. 1424 Alton Rd, Miami Beach, 305-397-8556

Larios on the Beach Gloria and Emilio Estefan’s award winning go-to destination for cuban cuisine. 820 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, 305-532-9577

The Lido Restaurant & Bayside Grill Stunning waterside dining featuring chef Mark Zeitouni’s cuisine, at The Standard. 40 Island Ave., Miami Beach, 305-673-1717

The Dutch A roots-inspired restaurant, Bar and Oyster Room at the W South Beach. 2201 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, AltaMare Neighborhood gem with great seafood and pasta.

Khong River House Authentic Northern Thai cuisine served in a farmhouse-styled interior. 1661 Meridian Ave., Miami

305-938-3111

Lucali Brooklyn’s most coveted pizza in the heart of South Beach. 1930 Bay Rd., Miami Beach, 305-695-4441

1233 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach, 305-532-3061

Baires Grill This casual and trendy establishment satiates your appetite with an authentic, high-quality Argentinian cuisine. 1116 Lincoln Rd. Mall, Miami Beach, 305-538-1116 The Bazaar by José Andrés Masterfully re-imagined Spanish cuisine, at the SLS Hotel South Beach.

Escopazzo Excellent romantic Italian cuisine with an organic emphasis. 1311 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-9450 Estiatorio Milos Costas Spiliadis Celebrates the arts, culture and cuisine of Greece and is committed to providing guests a true understanding of fresh ingredients simply prepared with integrity. 730 1st St., Miami Beach, 305-604-6800 Fogo de Chão The original Brazilian steak house with continuous tableside service and 15 cuts of meat. 836 1st St.,

1747 Alton Rd., Miami Beach, 305-604-1811

Miami Beach, 305-672-0011

Macchialina Taverna Rustica The Italian spot for locals with rustic, seasonally inspired cooking by acclaimed chef Michael Pirolo. 820 Alton Rd., Miami Beach, 305-534-2124

Barceloneta Catalan Bistro and Mercat that will transport you to Spain through taste alone. 1400 20th St., Miami Beach,

The Forge Restaurant & Lounge Chef Christopher Lee brings his award-winning talent to this culinary institution with an innovative take on the classic American steakhouse. 432

305-538-9299

41st St., Miami Beach, 305-538-8533

Barezzito/One Lounge A nighttime hangout spot with live music, djs, and a Latin-Asian fusion menu.

Fratelli La Bufala Sumptuous pizzas and pastas prepared with the freshest buffalo mozzarella imported from Italy.

2000 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-397-8882

437 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-532-0700

Barton G. The Restaurant Upscale American eatery, plus lots of dazzle. 1427 West Ave., Miami Beach, 305-672-8881

Fung Kú Asian Cuisine Korean BBQ and Sushi Bar, at The Catalina Hotel & Beach Club. 1720 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-534-7905

Bianca Modern Italian fare at the Delano’s signature restaurant. 1685 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-6400 Big Pink Bright and fun diner, serving full-bodied classics.

Hakkasan The exquisite Chinese creations of London restaurateur Alan Yau, at the Fontainebleau. 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 786-276-1388

157 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-532-4700

Maxine’s Bistro At The Catalina Hotel & Beach Club, is somewhat of an institution on Collins Avenue, serving American bistro fare with an international twist, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 1732 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, 305-674-1160

Michael Mina 74 Award-winning chef Michael Mina, brings sophisticated, American bistro-style fare to the iconic Fontainebleau Miami Beach, with a dynamic menu that features whimsical dishes and handcrafted cocktails from across the globe. 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-4636 Meat Market Chef Sean Brasel has created an imaginative, top-flight menu with flair at this packed hot spot. 915 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach, 305-532-0088

BLT Steak at The Betsy Hotel Laurent Tourondel’s interpretation of the American steak house. 1440 Ocean Dr., Miami

HaVen Gastro-Lounge An intimate, high-tech gastro-lounge featuring global small plates by Chef Todd Erickson and innovative craft cocktails. 1237 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach,

Beach, 305-673-0044

305-987-8885

Bodega Taqueria y Tequila “Shepard Style” Mexican street food straight out of a vintage Airstream taco truck filling the area’s void for vibrant, authentic Mexican cuisine. 1220 16th

Icebox Offering the finest deserts in Miami Beach.

Street, Miami Beach, 305-704-2145

Il Mulino From Abruzzo to South Beach, Il Mulino New York presents unforgettable, classic Italian cuisine in a chic, modern dining experience. 840 First St., Miami Beach,

Café Prima Pasta Authentic Italian meats, cheeses, pastas and desserts since 1993. 414 71st St., Miami Beach,

305-695-4550

Macaluso’s Restaurant Staten Island home-cooked Italian.

1701 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-455-5000

Bâoli Miami A dining experience that truly excites the senses: an elegant and vibrant ambiance with an alluring menu. 1906 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-8822

Lure Fishbar A seafood-driven menu, overseen by Josh Capon, includes raw bar, sushi bar and Miami-inspired plates. Robert Ferrara helms the beverage program with nautical-themed libations including the Catch and Release, at the Loews Hotel. 1601 Collins Ave, Miami Beach,

1855 Purdy Ave., Miami Beach, 305-538-8448

305-466-9191

305-867-0106

Joe’s Stone Crab A must-see Miami institution since 1913. Canyon Ranch Grill Wholesome seasonal dishes with an emphasis on local farming methods. 6801 Collins Ave., Miami

11 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-673-0365

Beach, 305-514-7474

Juvia Artistic food presentation and an innovative take on Asian fusion, with stunning views of South Beach.

Monty’s Sunset Miami’s ultimate Seafood Bistro features a raw bar and ceviche bar with breathtaking sunset views and a bay front location. 300 Alton Rd., Miami Beach, 305-672-1148 Moreno’s Cuba At the Riviera South Beach A Cuban-inspired eatery developed around an authentic Havana-style café, with a culinary ethos based around Cuban Tapas and small plates made for sharing. 318 20th St., Miami Beach, 305-538-7444

Morimoto South Beach Famed Iron Chef Morimoto seamlessly integrates Western ingredients with traditional Japanese techniques inside the Shelborne Wyndham Grand South Beach. 1801 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, 305-531-1271 Mr Chow Iconic Chinese showplace at the W South Beach. 2201 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-695-1695



LISTINGS cuisine by Executive Chef Jonathan Lane at Metropolitan by COMO, Miami Beach. 2445 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, 305-695-3600

Umi Sushi & Sake Bar A communal, Japanese-style dining experience in the lobby at Delano. 1685 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-5752

Yardbird Southern Table & Bar Farm Fresh Southern Cooking, Bourbon and Blues. 1600 Lennox Ave., Miami Beach, 305-538-5220

Villa Azur A taste of South of France combining exquisite food, fine wines, friendly service and inviting atmosphere.

Morimoto South Beach Famed Iron Chef Morimoto seamlessly integrates Western ingredients with traditional Japanese techniques inside the Shelborne Wyndham Grand South Beach. 1801 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, 305-531-1271

309 23rd St., Miami Beach, 305-763-8688

Vintro Kitchen Committed to the craft approach of food. A place where you can escape, live in the moment, explore the flavors, taste, experiment and share with your friends. 2216 Park Avenue, Miami Beach, 305-674-9200

Yardbird Southern Table & Bar Farm Fresh Southern Cooking, Bourbon and Blues. 1600 Lennox Ave., Miami Beach, 305-538-5220

My Ceviche This indoor-outdoor eatery will flaunt the brand’s signature seafood selections alongside seasonal, craft, and local beer options. 235 Washington Ave., Miami Beach,

The Restaurant at Mondrian South Beach Modern American brasserie and sushi bar serving globally inspired cuisine that is locally sourced and designed to be shared.

305-397-8710

1100 West Ave., Miami Beach, 305-514-1940

Carpaccio Bal Harbour Shops’ most bustling spot for delicious Italian fare. 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour,

News Cafe This 24-hour spot remains the heart and soul of South Beach. 800 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach, 305-695-3232

The Restaurant at The Setai Five-star, trans-ethnic cuisine with a strong Asian influence. 2001 Collins Ave., Miami Beach,

305-867-7777

305-520-6402

Scarpetta Ravishing Italian cuisine from chef Scott Conant, at the Fontainebleau. 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach,

Corsair Award-winning chef and television personality Scott Conant has crafted a rustic, seasonal menu rooted in the farmhouse cooking of America and the Mediterranean, located within the Turnberry Isle Miami. 19999 West Country

305-538-2000

Club Drive, Aventura, 305-932-6200

Serendipity 3 A famous New York original, known for the best desserts in town. 1102 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach, 305-403-2210

La Goulue Fantastic French bistro in the Bal Harbour Shops.

850 Commerce Street, Miami Beach, 786-453-2657

The Setai Grill Prime steak house with the finest seafood selections, accompanied by The Setai’s impressive wine list.

Makoto Modern Japanese cuisine in the Bal Harbour Shops.

Prime Fish Fish shack meets sophisticated fine dining; renowned restaurant owner Myles Chefetz has done it again with his new restaurant that is sure to please all seafood lovers. 100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-532-4550

2001 Collins Ave., Miami, 305-520-6400

Nobu Legendary Japanese seafood delicacies, at the Shore Club. 1901 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-695-3232 Orange Blossom A modern bistro featuring internationally, high-quality, affordable fare inside the Boulan South Beach Hotel. 2000 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-763-8983

NORTH DADE, BROWARD

9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour, 305-865-2181

Porfirio’s A contemporary take on flavorful Mexican cuisine.

Prime Italian Upscale American-Italian sister restaurant to Prime One Twelve. 101 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach,

Palm Restaurant Old New York-style steak house. Siena Tavern Top Chef Fabio Viviani & DineAmic Group head south with their Chicago outpost. Located in the South of Fifth neighborhood, Siena Tavern blends Italian elegance with Miami’s electrifying energy. 404 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, 305-534-5577

305-695-8484

Prime One Twelve Extraordinary, modern take on the classic steak house. 112 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach,

9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour, 305-864-8600

9650 E. Bay Harbor Dr., Bay Harbor Islands, 305-868-7256

Pilar Named after Hemingway’s famed fishing boat, this Aventura neighborhood gem offers seafood-focused, modern American classics from Executive Chef Erica Nicholl using locally-sourced and peak-of-the-season ingredients.

Smith & Wollensky Classic steak dishes, outstanding seafood, and an award-winning wine selection.

20475 Biscayne Boulevard, Aventura, 305.937.2777

1 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-673-2800

ROK:BRGR Gourmet burger bar and gastropub with a modern approach on American comfort foods, located at The Village at Gulfstream Park. 600 Silks Run, Suite 1210,

305-532-8112

Pubbelly Gastropub This innovative tavern features a menu of homemade pâtés, specialty terrines and braised dishes, and its signature Asian street food. 1418 20th St., Miami

Stripsteak With its classic menu, dynamic dining and bar scene, and sophisticated atmosphere, acclaimed Chef Michael Mina breaks new ground with Stripsteak, the modern alternative to the traditional steakhouse setting. 4441

Beach, 305-532-7555

Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, 877-326-7412

Pubbelly Sushi Japanese small plates with Latin, Indian and Italian influences. 1424 20th St., Miami Beach, 305-531-9282

Sushi Samba Dromo Japanese-Brazilian fusion fare amid a bustling ambience. 600 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach,

Hallandale Beach, 954-367-3970

S3 An island-chic retreat with indoor-outdoor seating, lush patio with fire pits and custom-designed lounge seating with breathtaking views of the ocean serving steak, seafood and sushi. 505 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-523-SURF

305-673-5337

Pura Vida Serving raw Brazilian organic acai bowls, fresh made fruit protein smoothies or cold-press veggie juices with soups, salads, sandwiches, pitas & wraps with vegan options. Eat-in, pick-up or delivery. 110 Washington Ave.,

Terrazza at Shore Club This casual, Italian chophouse offers the ultimate in indoor-outdoor dining with the cool vibe and energy of Shore Club. 1901 Collins Ave., Miami Beach,

Miami Beach, 305-535-4142

305-695-3226

Quattro Gastronomia Italiana Twin chefs Nicola and Fabrizio Carro stir up traditional Northern Italian cuisine. 1014 Lincoln

Texas De Brazil A unique concept that offers diners a parade of meats and an extravagant seasonal salad area.

Rd., Miami Beach, 305-531-4833

300 Alton Rd., Suite 200, Miami Beach, 305-695-7702

Red, The Steakhouse Hot Mediterranean-influenced steak house. 119 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-534-3688

Tongue and Cheek Upscale American cuisine with a trendy, yet relaxing ambiance. 431 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-704-2900

Restaurant Michael Schwartz Locally inspired dishes and a fantastic ambiance at the iconic Raleigh Hotel pool deck. 1775 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, 305-612-1163

St. Regis Bar & Sushi Lounge A modern Miami atmosphere with a Japanese twist, this Sushi Lounge is nothing short of luxury, at the St. Regis Resort. 9703 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour, 305-993-3300

Taco Beach Shack World famous gourmet farm fresh tacos and cocktails, at Hollywood Beach Hotel. 334 Arizona Street, Hollywood Beach, 954-920-6523

Tap 42 Enjoy a combination of Fort Lauderdale’s finest American Craft Beers, hand-crafted cocktails made from fresh local ingredients, a creative menu of burgers and other inventive dishes. 1411 S Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-463-4900

Traymore Restaurant and Bar Locally sourced seafood fare, as well as the hotel’s signature COMO Shambhala



LISTINGS

Wall The W South Beach’s on-site hot spot from a dream team of nightlife innovators. 2201 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-938-3000

DESIGN DISTRICT, WYNWOOD Bardot Intimate lounge featuring live music and an edgy scene. 3456 N. Miami Ave., Miami, 305-576-557 0 Gavanna “Vibe dictates the night” at Wynwood’s hot-spot. 10 NE 40th St., Miami, 305-573-1321

Club Deuce Everyone’s favorite timeless dive bar.

Purdy Lounge The perfect dark and laid-back local bar.

222 14th St., Miami Beach, 305-531-6200

1811 Purdy Ave., Miami Beach, 305-531-4622

Drawing Room Bar & Lounge Mixologist Albert Trummer brings his signature libations and one of a kind blend of apothecary and designer cocktails to the Shelborne Wyndham Grand South Beach. 1801 Collins Ave, Miami

Wood Tavern Artsy and relaxed indoor-outdoor enclave where hipsters, art-walk crawlers, and collectors mingle.

Beach, 305-531-1271

2531 NW 2nd Ave., Wynwood, 305-748-2828

FDR Subterranean lounge at the Delano.

DOWNTOWN, BRICKELL Blackbird Ordinary Catchy and energetic vibe with delicious cocktails hidden downtown. 729 SW First Ave., Miami,

Radio Bar Hip local bar, new to the SoFi area. 814 First St., Miami Beach. 305-397-8382

Rec Room New York-influenced upscale basement lounge, at the Gale Hotel. 1690 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-673-0199

1685 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-5752

The Regent Cocktail Club Dimly lit and classically elegant cocktail bar and lounge, at the Gale Hotel. 1690 Collins Ave.,

Foxhole New watering hole and neighborhood bar owned by nightlife veterans. 1426A Alton Rd., Miami Beach,

Miami Beach, 305-673-0199

305-534-3511

Set A modern South Beach tribute to Old Hollywood glamour. 320 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach, 305-531-2800

305-671-3307

Blue Martini Upscale atmosphere with a local-bar mentality, at Mary Brickell Village. 900 S. Miami Ave., Miami,

Hyde Beach Enjoy artful mixology and José Andrés cuisine at Hyde Beach — the first oceanfront location of sobe’s premier nightlife brand at SLS Hotel South Beach. 1701

305-981-2583

Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-1701

E11EVEN MIAMI A unique 24 / 7 No Sleep international cabaret, nightclub, and after-hours experience that features beautiful entertainers and 11-style theatrics in an environment that is as sexy as it is sophisticated. 29 N.E. 11th Street,

Jazid Intimate, live jazz and blues and nightly drink specials.

SkyBar The Shore Club’s exclusive nightlife setting overlooking the ocean. 1901 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 786-276-6772 Story “A new chapter in Miami Nightlife”. 136 Collins Ave.,

Miami, 305-829-2911

Miami Beach 305-479-4426

1342 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-673-9372

Kill Your Idol Hipster kids plus cheap drinks plus high irony equals a perfect night. 222 Española Way, Miami Beach, 305-672-1852

Grand Central Former railRd. station turned contemporary event space with weekly events for Miami’s most discerning music lovers. 697 N. Miami Ave., Miami, 305-377-2277

LIV The hip, high-energy megaclub, at the Fontainebleau.

Hyde AmericanAirlines Arena A posh VIP lounge on the court-level of the Arena. 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami,

Mansion Plush, oversized dance club with copious VIP nooks. 1235 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-695-8411

4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-4680

Sunset Lounge Mondrian South Beach’s indoor-outdoor lounge is comprised of multiple spaces, offering the only bayside destination for watching the sunset over Miami’s downtown skyline. 1100 West Ave., Miami Beach, 305-514-1941 Ted’s Hideaway A laid-back local bar with a pool table and a delightfully grungy scene. 124 Second St., Miami Beach, 305-532-9869

855-777-4933

Tobacco Rd. Miami’s oldest bar, serving patrons for more than 95 years. 626 S. Miami Ave., Miami, 305-374-1198

MIAMI BEACH The Broken Shaker Laid-back indoor-outdoor bar featuring exotic handcrafted cocktails, at the Freehand Miami Hostel. 2727 Indian Creek Dr., Miami Beach, 305-531-2727

Mokaï A modern lounge with New York sensibility and Miami joie de vivre. 235 23rd St., Miami Beach, 305-673-1409 Mynt A vibrant club that plays host to South Beach’s fabulous crowd. 1921 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-532-0727 Nikki Beach Mostly outdoor hot spot to see and be seen. 1 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach, 305-538-1111

Twist Popular gay pit stop with late-night action and seven uniquely themed bars. 1057 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-538-9478

Wall The W South Beach’s on-site hot spot from a dream team of nightlife innovators. 2201 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-938-3000


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MANDArIN OrIeNTAL HOTeL 500 Brickell Key Drive Miami, FL 33131 Cocktails at Seven Dinner at Half Past eight Black Tie

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PARTING SHOT

100 Years On

A century hAs gone by, And while MiAMi beAch is A very different plAce todAy, soMe things never chAnge. by jon warech

Visionary Julia Tuttle trades the freezing cold of Cleveland to start a mainland Miami boom.

The Cleveland Cavaliers, fresh off their acquisition of Miami’s LeBron James, are still waiting for their boom.

Joe Weiss’s lunch counter is open, but won’t serve stone crabs for another six years. J.N. Lummus became Miami Beach’s first mayor after rallying the 33 registered voters on the island. The 20-horsepower Model T hits the 1 millionmade mark. Miami Beach residents drive them along the only paved road, Collins Avenue. The original plan for Miami Beach is for it to be an avocado plantation. People hang out at the Miami Bathing Pavilion at 23rd Street and Collins Avenue. The first building on Lincoln Road—founding father Carl Fisher’s oceanfront residence—is erected. Circus elephants and over-the-top promotions sell Miami Beach to the social elite.

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2015 There’s an all-new tunnel to PortMiami, and plenty of bridges, but traffic can be at a standstill on all of them at any given time.

Joe’s Stone Crab is the second-highestgrossing independent restaurant in the country, earning $35 million in 2014. Philip Levine is mayor with 50.49 percent of the 111,178 votes cast in the 2013 special election recount. 400-plus-horsepower Porsches and Lamborghinis abound, and Collins is newly paved. A bowl of guacamole costs you $14. 1 Hotel & Homes South Beach is bringing sexy back to that very location. Lululemon! Zara! The Gap! A new Apple store! Six-foot-tall models and $5,000 bottles with over-thetop promotions sell Miami Beach to the social elite.

Babe Ruth’s salary hovers around $3,400 a year.

Giancarlo Stanton signs a $325 million contract with the Miami Marlins.

The first stop sign in the United States appears.

Do I stop at that yellow pedestrian crossing sign in the middle of West Avenue or not?

The W.J. Brown Hotel, Miami Beach’s first hotel, is up and running.

The Brown is still a hot spot, but now it’s called Prime 112 and seemingly feeds all of South Beach, along with invading northerners.

illustration by daniel o’leary

1915 Cars and pedestrians trudge at a snail’s pace across the all-new, all-wood Collins Bridge to get to Miami Beach.



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