Photographs of Loco 4 Opa-Locka Pub Crawl on 2/12/15

Loco 4 Opa-Locka Pub Crawl, benefiting the Opa-locka Community Development Corporation (OLCDC) presented by The Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, LeadershipMiami group, Miami Rise on Thursday, February 12, 2015.  The pub crawl started at Segafredo Brickell then proceeded to Batch Gastropub, Blue Martini Brickell and ended the night at Blackbird Ordinary.

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Photographs of Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce Networker at American Social Restaurant in Brickell on 1/14/15

Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce Networker at American Social Restaurant in Brickell on Wednesday, January 14, 2015.  A welcome complimentary drink courtesy of American Social Restaurant.  The Chambers of Bolivia, Camacol, Coconut Grove, Colombia, Chili,  Doral, Downtown Miami & Brick, Ecuador,  Junior Chamber International, Haiti, Honduras, Medley, Mercosur, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Poland, Sweetwater and Brickell Rotary Club celebrating yet another successful MultiChamber of Commerce event.

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Photographs of The Pink Corset Project at Rik Rak Salon Boutique and Bar on 10/22/14

The Pink Corset Project at Rik Rak Salon Boutique and Bar on Wednesday, October 22, 2014.  The Pink Corset Project in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month.   The corset is made of 100% recycled materials & symbolizes “protection” for women, designed by Luis Valenzuela. This “Art to Wear” piece will go around the globe in an effort to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer.  Funds raised from the raffle will go to Badges of Courage, a local nonprofit organization, was founded to provide assistance to low income women who have been recently diagnosed with breast cancer and those who are in treatment.

Special guests:
Luis Valenzuela, designer and founder of The Pink Corset Project
Marysol Patton
Alexia Echevarria
Norma Quintero
Zurami Pascual

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Photographs of Pause for A Cause: Party with a Purpose at Kukaramakara on 10/16/14

Pause for A Cause: Party with a Purpose at Kukaramakara on Thursday, October 16, 2014.

Pause for a Cause and “Party with a Purpose” is an annual event where local young professionals raise a glass and unite to raise money for 16 important causes in our community, 10% of every drink went directly to your favorite nonprofits! All proceeds will be split among the participating organizations including:

Coral Gables Museum Young Associates, Hands on Miami, Bakehouse Art Complex, YMCA, Miami Children’s Museum, HistoryMiami, The Sails Institute, Miami Lighthouse for the Blind, Woody Foundation, Casa Valentina, Monica Bruguera Foundation, Everglades Foundation, City Year Miami, Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade, Switchboard Miami, and NextGen of Chapman Partnership

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Photographs of PhilanthroFest Cocktails and Causes at Blackbird Ordinary on 10/2/14

PhilanthroFest Cocktails and Causes at Blackbird Ordinary on Thursday, October 2, 2014.

PhilanthroFest mission: ” PhilanthroFest is a volunteer based organization that connects people, passion and philanthropy in South Florida. The PhilanthroFest team celebrates the South Florida arts community, philanthropic organizations and community resources in a yearly, large scale community event.”

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Photographs of Soul Of Miami and Life Is Art present the River Of Art 18 Pop-Up Social at Cocktail Collection on 9/23/14

Soul Of Miami and Life Is Art present the River Of Art #16 Pop-Up Social at Cocktail Collection, upstairs at Tobacco Road on Tuesday, September 23, 2014.

Featured Artists: Edilberto Aponte, Marcelo Salup and David Martins

Auditory Art by -UOM_

Featured Charities: OC IT! Detect Ovarian Cancer in Time

Cocktail Collection’ September Artist: Aaron Arroyave

Music by DJ Hank Justice

About the River Of Art Program:

The River Of Art is a monthly business networker and art showcase combined. We provide more than just a platform for professionals to get together, discuss business strategies and make connections, we create synergies to help promote business by including an amazing art show of local talent!

About Life Is Art

Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 no Add Median-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.

Supported by Supported by Sweat Records – Fabulous Miami – Tony Major Events – YOMiami – SocialMedia305 – PARK Project – You and I Are Love –  Soul Of Miami

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Photographs of Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce Networker at Havana 1957 on 9/10/14

Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce Networker at Havana 1957 on Wednesday, September 10, 2014.  A welcome complimentary drink courtesy of Ron Barcelo.  The Chambers of Bolivia, Camacol, Coconut Grove, Colombia, Chili,  Doral, Downtown Miami & Brick, Ecuador,  Junior Chamber International, Haiti, Honduras, Medley, Mercosur, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Poland, Sweetwater and Brickell Rotary Club celebrating yet another successful MultiChamber of Commerce event.

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Photographs of Conscious Acts of Kindness Pub Crawl on 8/10/14

Conscious Acts of Kindness Pub Crawl on Sunday, August 10, 2014.  This pub crawl benefited The Motor Neurone Disease Association.

Conscious Acts of Kindness mission of our 501(c)3 nonprofit organization is to empower and inspire people and their communities. Through our Conscious Acts of Kindness we spotlight global issues, raise awareness and unify the voices of our planet. Our mission is made possible by those who follow our Conscious Acts of Kindness and pay it forward. Your support allows us to perform Conscious Acts of Kindness all over the world and continue to inspire the movement.”

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Photographs of Freebee Launch and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in Brickell on 8/1/14

Freebee Launch and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in Brickell on Friday, August 1, 2014.

“Freebee is an alternative transportation service and marketing platform that currently services Miami Beach, Downtown Miami and the Brickell area with a fleet of 20 fully customized, 100% electric vehicles. Freebee vehicles individually host marketing campaigns for a variety of clients, which include both national brands and local companies.”

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Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Soul Of Miami and Life Is Art present the River Of Art 15 Pop-Up Social at Batch Gastropub on 6/17/14

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of  Soul Of Miami and Life Is Art present the River Of Art 15 Pop-Up Social at Batch Gastropub on Tuesday, June 17, 2014.

Featured Artists: Terry Arroyo Mulrooney, Valeria Actis, Mitchell Shulman (MIOWSHU)

Featured Charities: Dream Defenders, Conscious Acts of Kindness

About the River Of Art Program
The River Of Art is a monthly business networker and art showcase combined. We provide more than just a platform for professionals to get together, discuss business strategies and make connections, we create synergies to help promote business by including an amazing art show of local talent!

About Life Is Art
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.

Supported by Supported by Sweat Records – Fabulous Miami – Tony Major Events – YOMiami – SocialMedia305 – PARK Project – You and I Are Love –  Soul Of Miami

Next month River of Art is July 22nd at Le Koke so save the date!

To see more of  Anthony Jordon‘s  work go to his flickr page or his facebook page.

 

Photographs of Quest Work Space in Brickell Grand Opening on 6/19/14

Quest Work Space in Brickell Grand Opening on Thursday, June 19, 2104.  Quest has several locations around Miami and offer quite a few options, full time office of all different sizes and virtual offices.

ABOUT Quest Work Space: “We all quest for success, yet every individual is unique. Your workspace needs to support that quest! Your executive office suite needs to support that journey! Our office centers attract likeminded, successful, high energy professionals and virtual workers that connect, work and play together, creating a vibrant and supportive Quest Community.”

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Photographs of Soul Of Miami and Life Is Art present the River Of Art 15 Pop-Up Social at Batch Gastropub on 6/17/14

Soul Of Miami and Life Is Art present the River Of Art 15 Pop-Up Social at Batch Gastropub on Tuesday, June 17, 2014.

Featured Artists: Terry Arroyo Mulrooney, Valeria Actis, Mitchell Shulman (MIOWSHU)

Featured Charities: Dream Defenders, Conscious Acts of Kindness

About the River Of Art Program
The River Of Art is a monthly business networker and art showcase combined. We provide more than just a platform for professionals to get together, discuss business strategies and make connections, we create synergies to help promote business by including an amazing art show of local talent!

About Life Is Art
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.

Supported by Supported by Sweat Records – Fabulous Miami – Tony Major Events – YOMiami – SocialMedia305 – PARK Project – You and I Are Love –  Soul Of Miami

Next month River of Art is July 22nd at Le Koke so save the date!

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Photograghs of Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce Networker at La Gazzeta on 6/4/14

Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce networker at  La Gazzeta on Wednesday, June 4, 2014.  The Chambers of Bolivia, Camacol, Coconut Grove, Colombia, Chili,  Doral, Downtown Miami & Brick, Ecuador,  Junior Chamber International,  Haiti, Honduras, Medley, Mercosur,  Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Poland, Sweetwater and Brickell Rotary Club celebrating yet another successful MultiChamber of Commerce event.

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Photographs by John Christie of River of Art on 5/20/14

Photographs by John Christie of Life Is Art presents River Of Art #14 Showcase and Networker at Porcao Farm to Grill on Tuesday, May 20, 2014.

Featured Artists: Jonathan Brooks, Kelan K. Putbrese and Edwive Seme

Featured Charity:Net Impact and Badges of Courage Foundation

Supported by Supported by Sweat Records – Fabulous Miami – Tony Major Events – YOMiami – SocialMedia305 – PARK Project – You and I Are Love –  Soul Of Miami

Next month River of Art is June 17th at Batch Gastropub so save the date!

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Photographs of Soul Of Miami presents River Of Art #14 Showcase and Networker at Porcao Farm to Grill on 5/20/14

Life Is Art presents River Of Art #14 Showcase and Networker at Porcao Farm to Grill on Tuesday, May 20, 2014.

Featured Artists: Jonathan Brooks, Kelan K. Putbrese and Edwive Seme

Featured Charity:Net Impact and Badges of Courage Foundation

 Supported by Supported by Sweat Records – Fabulous Miami – Tony Major Events – YOMiami – SocialMedia305 – PARK Project – You and I Are Love –  Soul Of Miami

Next month River of Art is June 17th at Batch Gastropub so save the date!

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Photographs from Reinvented Opening Reception at Piola Brickell on 4/17/14

Reinvented Opening Reception at Piola Brickell on Thursday, April 17, 2014.  Miami mural artists Aquarela, Diana Contreras and Kazilla painted the walls inside Piola Brickell and they absolutely beautiful. We enjoyed complimentary wine & finger food with some awesome music by Dj Kumi.

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Photographs of Life Is Art presents River Of Art #12 Showcase and Networker at La Mexicana Cantina on 3/18/14

Life Is Art presents River Of Art #12 Showcase and Networker at La Mexicana Cantina and Grill on Tuesday, March 18, 2014.

Featured Artists: Ernie Novo, Gustavo Ramirez, Jennifer Maria

Featured Charity: Art Studio Miami

Supported by Sweat Records – Fabulous Miami – Tony Major Events – YOMiami – SocialMedia305 – PARK Project – Soul Of Miami

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Photographs of Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce Event at La Mexicana Brickell on 3/12/14

Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce event at La Mexicana Brickell on Wednesday, March 12, 2014.  The Chambers of Bolivia, Camacol, Coconut Grove, Colombia, Chili,  Doral, Downtown Miami & Brick, Ecuador,  Junior Chamber International,  Haiti, Honduras, Medley, Mercosur,  Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Poland, Sweetwater and Brickell Rotary Club celebrating yet another successful MultiChamber of Commerce event.

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Photographs of Fashion Happy Hour at Red Bar Gallery on 2/28/14

Fashion Happy Hour at Red Bar Gallery on Friday, February 28, 2014.  Fashion Happy Hour is a monthly event that brings bloggers, boutique owners, designers, and fashion enthusiasts together to network while having a great time. Expect great music, drink specials, lots of fashion, and many surprises every time you go to a Fashion Happy Hour.

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Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Fierce Gear Fashion Show for Charity on 1/25/14

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of   Fierce Gear Fashion Show for Charity at Juana M Brickell on Saturday, January 25, 2014. Fierce Gear Fashion Show was produced by Element Entertainment to raise money for Chapman Partnership, which empowers the homeless.  

To see more of  Anthony Jordon‘s  work go to his flickr page or his facebook page.

Photographs of the Pre-Party Kick-Off at the 4th Annual Miami Taste of Brickell Food & Wine Festival on 12/12/13

Pre-party kick-off at Mary Brickell Village for The 4th Annual Miami Taste of Brickell Food & Wine Festival on Thursday, December 12, 2013.  Taste of Brickell Food & Wine Festival will be held on February 24, 2014 and will be held at the First Presbyterian Church overlooking Brickell Key – 600 Brickell Avenue.  Tickets are on sale now, click this link to order yours www.tasteofbrickll.com.

Taste of Brickell Food & Wine Festival Mission:  “The Taste of Brickell Food & Wine Festival is a community outreach event which provides a Signature festival for the community. Our goal is to create tourism and direct visitors to our fine restaurants and shops. We create an economic impact for the area, filling Hotels and attractions.”

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Photographs from NVEEE 3rd Annual “Not on My Watch” VIP Reception at Brasileiro Restaurant on 11/22/13

National Voices for Equality, Education and Enlightenment (NVEEE) 3rd Annual “Not on My Watch” VIP Reception Benefiting Bullying and Suicide Prevention Efforts at Brasileiro Restaurant on Friday, November 22, 2013.

NVEEE Mission: “To prevent bullying, violence, and suicide among youth, families and communities through direct service, mentoring and prevention education.”

History: “NVEEE is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in October 2009. We are a diverse team of professional educators, business leaders, parents and students who took our concerns about student safety and well-being and put our passion into action–moving from bystanders to upstanders and community leaders.”

NVEEE has reached over 10,000 teachers, students, parents, and community leaders through its Mentoring Program, Peace Ambassador Program, After School Program, and its signature Not On My Watch School-wide Bullying Prevention Programs.

NVEEE was also honored in Washington D.C. by Congresswoman Frederica Wilson With a Proclamation entered into the Library of Congress and the Congressional Records of the United States for its work in providing children and families with support services, and being “agents of change.”

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Photographs of 2nd Annual HeartCamp Unconference at Hotel Urbano Brickell on 2/2/13

2nd Annual HeartCamp Unconference at Hotel Urbano Brickell on Saturday, February 2, 2013.   HeartCamp is held during American Heart Month they discussed the physical, emotional, spiritual and creative aspects of the heart, with a focus on relationships of all kinds — relationship to the heart, body, self, others and soul. Topics include heart health, nutrition, sex, romance, career, parenting and many more.

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Photographs of Brickell Art Walk Pre-Art Basel Week on 11/27/12

Brickell Art Walk Pre-Art Basel Week on Tuesday, November 27, 2012.  The artist and venues that participated in this months art walk:

VERO @ Red Bar & Gallery
Cuban art Project “Yosvany Teijeiro, Karol WIlliam & Felix Mas” @ Dolores but you can call me Lolita
Luis Berros & Bad Panda @ Perricone’s Marketplace and Cafe
GAPAL @ Oceanaire Seafood Room
Federico Carosio III @ Balans Plaza
HecOne Love @ Toscana Divino Plaza
Coinslot @ Baru Urbano
Alicia Maria Vallejo @ Kukaramakara
Ed Pop King, Phil Fung & Pepe Romero @ Mary Brickell Village / Burger and Beer Joint / Doraku / Visitor Center
Michael Halley @ Segafredo Brickell
Marcos Irusta@ Novecento
Body Art by Eva Marcela Avila – SuViche
Cristina Rivera & Diana Contreras @ El Vato
ROLO @ Piola
Brian Trainor @ Brickell Irish Pub
Amoldo Diaz, Hugo Bolanos, Michael Youssef & Pedro Wilson @ Tobacco Road

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Photographs of Drunken Cupcake Bingo at Midtown2 on 11/27/12

Drunken Cupcake Bingo at Midtown2 on Tuesday, November 27, 2012.  What an awesome way to spend the evening playing bingo, eating wonderful drunken cupcakes and complimentary drinks. You just pay $10 and you get unlimited bingo (supplies included) with some great prizes include gift certificates from Blo Midtown, NailBar, Solar Intoxication, L.A.B. Salon, Mercadito, Sweetcakes, Vintage Liquor, Green Monkey, Alessandra Gold Concept Store, Pretty Odd Boutique/ by Megan Cotrone and more.

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Havana Fusion Underground at PAX by Bob Quesada

The sound is flawless. The melody emanating from the twelve musicians known as: Charanga Tipica Tropical is as good as good will ever get. This is a cohesiveness which can only be achieved after nearly forty years of playing together. It is the fusion that we know as “salsa”, being played the way it was meant to be played; with violins, flute, piano, trombones, bass, and of course: percussion, plenty of percussion.

On the dance floor some of the best dancers anywhere are going all out. Now, this is not the watered down stuff that you see on some tv shows, nobody here is dancing for ratings, they are dancing for the sheer enjoyment of moving their bodies to the rhythm of the music, and the moves are simply amazing. The dance floor is big enough to accommodate pros and amateurs alike, everybody has a smile on their face.

“Havana Fusion Underground” is the brainchild of Rene Gueits, a salsa dancing master himself and owner of “Salsa Lovers”, Miami’s premier salsa dancing school (98,000 students so far…and counting). Gueits has brought together the band, cigar rollers, a dance art exhibit, a dance showcase by the salsa lovers student team and even a latin food truck to make this an unforgettable event in what could easily be described as the most eclectic place to party.

We are at the Performing Arts Exchange or “PAX”, a venue preferred by some of the best known international artists such as Ricardo Arjona, Chino y Nacho and Gaby Moreno just to name a few. There’s reason for these artists to want to perform here. Roxanne Scalia, one of the founders explains it this way: “PAX is about finding the authenticity in art…everything we book at PAX is very scrutinized…we are an independent performing arts center…we focus on latin and world music …we have over 740 yards of acoustic sound” she adds: “My whole intention of opening this place is I want every customer to walk out with something more… when you give good art, you walk out that much smarter”.

 

To find out about Salsa Lovers:  www.salsalovers.com

To find out about events at PAX:  www.paxmiami.com

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Photographs of Brickell Art Walk on 10/30/12

Brickell Art Walk on Tuesday, September 25, 2012.  The artist and venues that participated in this months art walk:

Carlos Antonio Rancano @ Red Bar & Gallery
Cuban art Project “Antonio Guerrero – Rafael Lopez Ramos – Guillermo Portieles” @ Dolores but you can call me Lolita
Eva Avila – Barbara de Varona – Antonio Fortuna @ Perricone’s Marketplace and Cafe
J Pablo Ravinet Josepo @ Oceanaire Seafood Room
Raul Lopez @ Balans
GG / Gabriel Gimenez @ Baru Urbano
Ted Vanclave @ Kukaramakara
Willie Arguelles @ Rice Kabob
Stephanie Tuorto –  Leon Young @ Mary Brickell Village / Burger and Beer Joint / Doraku / Brother Jimmys BBQ
Patricia Vanesa Beber@ Toscana Divino / Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant / Rosa Mexicano / Blue Martin
Liliana Botero @ Segafredo Brickell
Emanuele Viscuso @ Novecento
Luciano Rabuske @ Oyster place
Mohammed Shanti @ Tobacco Road

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Photographs of Boo’s & Spirits Pub Crawl in Brickell on 10/27/12

Boo’s & Spirits Pub Crawl in Brickell on Saturday, October 27, 2012.  United Way Young Leaders hosted this Halloween pub crawl which started off at Brickell Irish Pub, and then continued on to Segafredo Brickell, El Vato Tequila & Taco Bar, Brother Jimmy’s BBQ, Blue Martini and Fadó Irish Pub & Restaurant.   As an added bonus LA Sweets distributing their decadent cupcakes along the way.

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Photographs of Brickell Trick-or-Treat Crawl benefiting Miami AmeriCorps Alums on 10/27/12

Brickell Trick-or-Treat Crawl benefiting Miami AmeriCorps Alums on Saturday, October 27, 2012.  This was a fundraiser for the Miami AmericCorps Alums and the money raised will allow them to further their mission of building community through a lifetime of service.

The participating bars & restaurants: El Vato Tequila & Taco Bar, Blue Martini Lounge, Blackbird Ordinary, Fadó Irish Pub & Restaurant and Red Bar Gallery.

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Photographs of Brickell Art Walk on 9/25/12

Brickell Art Walk on Tuesday, September 25, 2012.  The artist and venues that participated in this months art walk:

Barry James Bugarin@ Red Bar & Gallery
Tatiana Castaneda @ Dolores but you can call me Lolita
Emil Bodurov @ Perricone’s Marketplace and Cafe
Xibie Corea @ Burger and Beer Joint
Chris Riggs “Piramids” @ Oceanaire Seafood Room
Jorge M. Rodriguez  @ Balans
Marco Caridad @ Baru Urbano
Laelanie Larach @ The Mary Brickell Courtyard
Alex Morales @ Rice Kabob
Eva Avila @ DowntownMiami.com
Lugufelo @ Toscana Divino

Live Music by: Peter Betan and Plan Beats.

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Photographs of Dwntwn Meet your Neighbors at Mary Brickell Village on 9/6/12

Dwntwn Meet your Neighbors at Mary Brickell Village on on Thursday, September 6, 2012.  I always have such a great time at Meet your neighbors and this month was no exception.  Saw and meet so many awesome people and the food was abundant and so yummy, this was my first taste of Brother Jimmy’s BBQ and it was so yummy and Rosa Mexicano’s guacamole was the best.

Tastings from: Balans, Brickell Perfumes, Brother Jimmy’s BBQ, Doraku, Grimpa Steakhouse, Rosa Mexicano, Tapas Xperience, Taverna Opa, The Oceanaire Seafood Room, Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant and Toscana Divino.

Drinks were provide by:  Blue Martini and  Downtownmiami.com

Entertainment: Brickell Art Walk Preview, Complimentary massages by Massage Envy and live jazz by the Dee Dee Wilde Group.

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Photographs of PALO! Cuban Pig Out 2 at PAX benefiting Life Is Art on 9/2/12

PALO! Cuban Pig Out 2 at PAX benefiting Life Is Art on Saturday, September 2, 2012. What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon with El Exquisito serveing up a traditional Cuban pork dinner, two awesome sets by PALO! and some wonderful art by Ralph Ventura, Anthony Burks, Gustavo Ramirez, Ricardo Colugnatti, George Fishman, Tatiana Enriquez, Nadine Anderson Cheng and  Live Painting by: Chris Riggs & Emilio Carnero.

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Photographs of Appleton Rum Remixology Event at Blackbird Ordinary on 8/27/12

Appleton Rum Remixology Event at Blackbird Ordinary on Monday, August 27, 2012.   The night featured bartenders going toe-to-toe, pairing drinks with music and we got to sample some of their creative drinks.  Such an awesome night the competing bartenders come up with some really good drinks and put on a great show.

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Photographs of The Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce Business Card Exchange on 8/28/12

The Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce Business Card Exchange at Kokorico Natural Rotisserie on Tuesday, August 28, 2012.  Always a good network with great people.  Kokorico Natural Rotisserie has amazing chicken so tender and the flavor is amazing.

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Photographs of Grand Opening of Taverna Opa Mary Brickell Village on 8/22/12

Grand Opening of Taverna Opa at Mary Brickell Village on Wednesday, August 22, 2012.  This was one of the best grand openings I have been to in a long time.  The food was amazing and they did it right, they had plenty of food so that everyone got as much as they wanted and the drinks were flowing.   Did I mention the food was amazing, the shrimp and the streak were awesome.  This is one restaurant I will return to again.  Congratulations Taverna Opa on a wonderful grand opening.

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Photographs of Brickell Art Walk on 7/31/12

First Brickell Art Walk on Tuesday, July 31, 2012.  The artist and venues that participated in this months art walk:

Havi Schanz @ Red Bar & Gallery
Richard Kurtz @ Dolores but you can call me Lolita
Antonio Fortuna@ Perricone’s Marketplace and Cafe
Robert Mcknight@ Burger and Beer Joint
Yosvany Tejeiro@ Oceanaire Seafood Room
Tom Weinkle @ Balans
Andy Risque@ Baru Urbano
Diana Cantreras @Rosa Mexicano
Eliane Harvey@ The Mary Brickell Courtyard

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Photographs of PhilanthroFemme Fundraiser for The Debbie School at Blue Martini on 7/6/12

PhilanthroFemme Fundraiser for The Debbie School at Blue Martini Brickell on Friday, July 6, 2012.  What a great fundraiser with some really great people, had some awesome food – the Spinach & Artichoke Dip was so yummy and of course some great martini’s.

“The University of Miami Mailman Center for Child Development was founded through grants from the United States Public Health Service and the Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation combined with a donation from Abraham and Joseph Mailman through the Mailman Foundation. The Mailman donation was given in the name of Mr. Abraham Mailman’s granddaughter, Debra Jean Segal. The Mailman Center was designed as a state of the art facility for excellence in developmental disabilities education, research, and service. The Debbie Institute was built to house early education programs for young children with disabilities. The Mailman Center and Debbie Institute began to offer services to children and families in 1972.”

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Photographs from the 1st Brickell Art Walk on 6/26/12

First Brickell Art Walk on Tuesday, June 26, 2012.  The artist and venues that participated in this months art walk:

Antonio Guerrero @ Red Bar & Gallery
Ernesto Kunde @ Dolores but you can call me Lolita
David Siqueiros @ Perricone’s Marketplace and Cafe
Richard Kurtz @ Burger and Beer Joint
Rubem Robierb @ Oceanaire Seafood Room
Floyd Heglichs @ Balans
Cristian Bernard aka Narbero@ Cavas Wine Tasting Room Cafe
Juan Carlos Arana @ Baru Urbano
Ian Fichman @ The Mary Brickell Courtyard

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Photographs of The Seductive Urban Nightlife at Conrad Miami on 6/21/12

“The Seductive Urban Nightlife” an art exhibition by Alexandra Pacula at the Conrad Miami  on Thursday, June 21, 2012. This event was co-sponsored by Zadok Gallery and Roar Media.  We had complimentary bites provided by Level 25 and the food was delicious and a very refreshing welcome cocktail.  To see more of Alexandra Pacula work go by Zadok Gallery in Wynwood Art District and they some other really amazing artist too.

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Photographs of Multi-Chamber of Commerce Networker at Strip A Modern Steakhouse on 6/6/12

Fabulous Miami and Multi-Chamber of Commerce Networker at Strip A Modern Steakhouse in Brickell on Wednesday, June 6, 2012.  The Chambers of Argentina, Brazil, Belgium, Camacol, Coconut Grove, Colombia, Costa Rica, Chili,  Doral, Dominican Republic, Downtown Miami & Brick, Ecuador, Haiti, Honduras, Medley, Mexico, Netherlands,  Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Venezuela, United Kingdom along with Brickell Rotary Club, Casa de Madrid and Little Havana Merchant Alliance celebrating yet another successful Multi Chamber of Commerce event.

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Photographs of Miami Goes Global: Local Leaders Weigh In on 5/15/12

Miami Goes Global: Local Leaders Weigh In on Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Put together by Schwartz Media Strategies and Miami Downtown Development Authority. All the talk of Miami’s rise to prominence as an international city came to a head last night as hundreds of Miami’s business and civic leaders gathered at 1450 Brickell Avenue for “Going Global,” a panel discussion exploring all that’s fueling the Magic City’s growth.

Panelists:
Suzanne Amaducci-Adams, Shareholder at Bilzin Sumberg
Alicia Cervera, Managing Partner of Cervera Real Estate
Manny Diaz, Former City of Miami Mayor and Senior Partner at Lydecker Diaz
Jorge Gonzalez, President and CEO of City National Bank of Florida
Danet Linares, Vice President of Blanca Commercial Real Estate
Marc Sarnoff, Chairman of the Miami Downtown Development Authority and District II Commissioner
Moderator: David Adams, Thomson Reuters Bureau Chief

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Photographs of ECOMB Kick-Off Party at The Four Seasons Hotel on 3/30/12

ECOMB Kick-Off Party at The Four Seasons Hotel Miami on Friday, March 30, 2012.

ECOMB – Environmental Coalition of Miami Beach is an environmental not-for-profit organization founded in 1994, is dedicated to the promotion of environmental sustainability and the preservation of our community’s ecology.

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Wall Street Brickell – Soft Opening – Mar 2nd

The newest hot spot in Brickell

Wall Street Grill At Brickell is set to attract both local and international business and leisure travellers from across the globe with a great sense of Great Food and affortable prices. The décor is tasteful.Creating an elegant and intimate, inviting atmosphere. Our cuisine is impeccably prepared to satisfy even the most demanding of taste buds!!

Wall Street Brickell,  500 Brickell Miami FL 33131

Photographs of Multi Chamber of Commerce Networker at Level 25 on 2/8/12

Fabulous Miami and Multi-Chamber of Commerce Networker at Level 25 at the Conrad Hotel & Suites on Wednesday, February 8, 2012.  The Chambers of Argentina, Brazil, Belgium, Camacol, Coconut Grove, Colombia, Costa Rica, Chili,  Doral, Dominican Republic, Downtown Miami & Brick, Ecuador, Haiti, Honduras, Medley, Mexico, Netherlands,  Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Venezuela, United Kingdom along with Brickell Rotary Club, Casa de Madrid and Little Havana Merchant Alliance celebrating yet another successful Multi Chamber of Commerce event.

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Photographs of The Lucky Clover Irish Pub Grand Opening Block Party on 1/28/12

The Lucky Clover Irish Pub Grand Opening block party celebration on Saturday, January 28, 2012.  The celebration kicked off with a set from the Spam All-Stars, who blend electronic elements and turntables with Latin, funk, hip hop and dub to create a sound all of their own. Followed by The Legendary JC’s  and enjoyed their brand of soulful rocking blues.

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Photographs of the Brickell Food & Wine Festival Pre-Party Kick-Off Event on 12/8/11

Taste of Brickell Food & Wine Festival Pre-Party Kick-Off Event at Mary Brickell Village on Thursday, December 8, 2011.  They had tastings from several of Mary Brickell’s Resturants, a Wine And Champagne Sampling By Cavan Liquor and a bar by Blue Martini.  They also had a Fashion show featuring fashions from Mary Brickell Village’s boutiques and shops with hair styles and make up by Toni & Guy.

Taste of Brickell Food & Wine Festival will be held March 24-25, 2012 and tickets will sell out fast so be sure to purchase your tickets now online at www.tasteofbrickell.com, $50 VIP | $75 at th door

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Photographs of The Social Media Club and Miami Rat Pack Holiday Pop-up Party at Tobacco Road 12/15/11

The Social Media Club and Miami Rat Pack Holiday Pop-up Party at Tobacco Road on Thursay, December 15, 2011. It was so great to see eveyone, some which I have not seen in quite awhile.  We need to do this on a regular basis, was so much fun!!!!!! :-)

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Photographs of Brickell Holiday Celebration at US Century Bank on 12/15/11

Brickell Holiday Celebration at US Century Bank on Thursay, December 15, 2011.  They had some great food provided by RICE House of Kabob Brickell, Mercaditio and Mint Leaf Indian Restaurant.  ELECTRIC AVENUE was there capturing the evening and The Frozen Drink Company unveiled their signature frozen specialties.

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Photographs of Multiversal Pre-Party Live Art Show Fundraiser at Tobacco Road on 11/30/11

Multiversal Pre-Party Live Art Show Ladies Night Fundraiser at Tobacco Road Wednesday, November 30, 2011.  Thanks to everyone who joined Life Is Art, Multiversal Group and More Than Art Group for the Multiversal pre-party with Live Mural Painting at Tobacco Road!

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Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Biscayne Capital Leonardo Hidalgo’s Art Basel Sneak Preview Exhibition on 11/28/11

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of Biscayne Capital presented Leonardo Hidalgo’s Art Basel Sneak Preview Exhibition on Monday, November 28, 2011.  What a great show, Leonardo Hidalgo’s work is amazing, I just love it. 

“Established in 2005, Biscayne Capital as a new kind of wealth management firm — a boutique small enough to give unprecedented personal service, but big enough to provide all the services and options the financial world has to offer. Combining advanced technology platforms, global product offerings via one financial advisor and designing investment strategies around our clients needs has proven to be successful.”

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his flickr page or his facebook page.

 

 

Photographs of Biscayne Capital Leonardo Hidalgo’s Art Basel Sneak Preview Exhibition on 11/28/11

Biscayne Capital presented Leonardo Hidalgo’s Art Basel Sneak Preview Exhibition on Monday, November 28, 2011.  What a great show, Leonardo Hidalgo’s work is amazing, I just love it. 

“Established in 2005, Biscayne Capital as a new kind of wealth management firm — a boutique small enough to give unprecedented personal service, but big enough to provide all the services and options the financial world has to offer. Combining advanced technology platforms, global product offerings via one financial advisor and designing investment strategies around our clients needs has proven to be successful.”

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Photographs of High Heels & Handshakes at Capital Grille on 11/22/11

High Heels and Handshakes at Capital Grille on Tuesday, November 22, 2011. What a great event to come and network with wonderful people, amazing food and all for a great cause.  All proceeds from this event will go to support Women for Women International.

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Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Breast Cancer Awareness Body Painting Project at Red Bar Gallery on 10/12/11

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of Breast Cancer Awareness Body Painting Project at Red Bar Gallery on Wednesday, October 12, 2011.

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his flickr page or his facebook page.

Photographs of the Brickell Fall Crawl on 10/1/11

Brickell Fall Crawl on Saturday, October 1, 2011.  Miami Crawls and the University of Miami Department of Neurology partner up to present the first annual “Brickell Fall Crawl Fundraiser” to benefit the Residency Research and Education Fund.

Brickell Irish Pub, Gordon Biersch,  Blue Martini, El Vato Tequila & Taco Bar, B&B Joint, Fado Irish Pub, Red Bar Gallery, Tobacco Road, and Transit Lounge.

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Photographs of Tobacco Road Ladies Night benefiting Life Is Art with Live Graffiti on 8/10/11

Tobacco Road Ladies Night benefiting Life Is Art with Live Graffiti on Wednesday, August 10, 2011.  Life is Art asked the following artist to paint live at Tobacco Road:     Kaz Williams,  Sean Murdock, Nathan Delinois, Trek Six, Claudio Picasso and Gustavo Ramirez.  The rain stayed away and we had a really good crowd that stayed to watch all of the artist paint their section of the wall.  Had an amazing time!!  If you did not get a chance to come watch them paint the murals, they will be there for a couple of months.

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Photographs of Bull Rides, Haystacks, & Harlots at Cafeina on 8/6/11

Bull Rides, Haystacks, & Harlots at Cafeinaon Saturday, August 6, 2011.  The theme for the party was Best Little Whorehouse in Miami and the reason was a  birthday celebration for the fabulous Nick D’Annunzio & Brian Antoni.   That being said, the crowd was beautiful and the party was a blast.

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Photographs of Summer Super Kegger Beer Bash and Food Truck Rally at Tobacco Road on 8/6/11

Summer Super Kegger Beer Bash and Food Truck Rally at Tobacco Road on Saturday, August 6, 2011.  This epic beer bash featured DJ Osk in the parking lot and a lot of my favorite food trucks.  Like always had such a wonderful time at Tobacco Road!!!!

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Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Miami’s 115th Birthday Celebration in Brickell on 7/24/11

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of the Miami’s 115 Birthday celebration in Brickell on Sunday, July 24, 2011.  Miami’s birthday celebration was presented by DowntownMiami.com and City of Miami to benefit Bike Miami Days.  Had such a great time and loved the cupcake tower by LA Sweets.

We enjoy a progressive tastings from these participating Brickell Area Restaurant:
Noon-1pm: Baru Urbano, Palau, P.F. Changs, Piola, Rosa Mexicano
1pm-2pm: Dolores Lolita, Gelato Nostro, P.F. Changs, Piola, Rosa Mexicano, SuViche
2pm-3pm: Fado Irish Pub, P.F. Changs, Piola, Red Bar Gallery, Rosa Mexicano
3pm-4pm: Rice House of Kabob, The Oceannaire Seafood Room, Piola, Rosa Mexicano
4pm-5pm: Cavas, Piola, Rosa Mexicano
5pm-6pm: El Vato, Blue Martini, Piola, Rosa Mexicano, Sushi Maki
6pm-7pm: LA Sweets, Piola
7pm-8pm: Piola, Zen Sushi Lounge

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his flickr page or his facebook page.

Photographs of Miami’s 115 Birthday Celebration in Brickell on 7/24/11

Miami’s 115 Birthday celebration in Brickell on Sunday, July 24, 2011.  Miami’s birthday celebration was presented by DowntownMiami.com and City of Miami to benefit Bike Miami Days.  Had such a great time and loved the cupcake tower by LA Sweets.

We enjoy a progressive tastings from these participating Brickell Area Restaurant:
Noon-1pm: Baru Urbano, Palau, P.F. Changs, Piola, Rosa Mexicano
1pm-2pm: Dolores Lolita, Gelato Nostro, P.F. Changs, Piola, Rosa Mexicano, SuViche
2pm-3pm: Fado Irish Pub, P.F. Changs, Piola, Red Bar Gallery, Rosa Mexicano
3pm-4pm: Rice House of Kabob, The Oceannaire Seafood Room, Piola, Rosa Mexicano
4pm-5pm: Cavas, Piola, Rosa Mexicano
5pm-6pm: El Vato, Blue Martini, Piola, Rosa Mexicano, Sushi Maki
6pm-7pm: LA Sweets, Piola
7pm-8pm: Piola, Zen Sushi Lounge

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Photographs of Tobacco Road Presents Cinco De Drinko Hot Peppa Palooza on 5/5/11

Tobacco Road Presents Cinco De Drinko Hot Peppa Palooza on Thursday, May 5, 2011.  They had a Habanero Pepper Eating Contest! Which I missed and so wanted to enter, next time.
Some of the trucks that were there:  The Fish Box, Sakaya kitchen, Latin Burger. Cheese Me, Ms. Cheezious, The Red Koi, Yellow Submarine, The Rolling Stove, Latin House Grill, The Mexzican, Grill Master, Sugar Rush, GastroPod, Sugar Yummy Mama, Caza Crepes and Mr. Good Stuff’s,

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Photographs of SocialBuzzTV.com Networking TweetUp at Fado Irish Pub on 4/19/11

SocialBuzzTV.com Networking TweetUp at Fado Irish Pub on Tuesday, April 19,2011.  What a great crowd and the food was really good, loved the fried stuffed mushrooms.  Lola & Me Cupcakes was there with there awesome mini cupcakes, the Pink Champagne cupcakes were so good.

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Photographs of the 11th Annual Crawfish Festival at Tobacco Road on 4/17/11

11th Annual Crawfish Festival at Tobacco Road on Sunday, April 17, 2011.  The crawfish were so YUMMY!! I got to try a new rum  called Ron Botran and I usually don’t like rum but this was really good.  Had such a wonderful time.

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Photographs of Taste of Brickell on 5/26/11

Taste of Brickell on Saturday, March 26, 2011.  Taste of Brickell Food and Wine Festival is a significant annual community outreach event, with the goal of providing a fun-filled day of music, outstanding food, and fun for the community of Miami and South Florida.

The food was a amazing, one my favorites was the Kangaroo Dog at The Chop House and of course the Mac & Cheese Egg Roll from The Broiler House so YUMMY!!!!  I did not get to try food from every restaurant participating, everything sounded so good.

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Photographs of St. Patrick’s Day at Tobacco Road on 3/17/11

St. Patrick’s Day at Tobacco Road on Thursday, March 17, 2011.   They had 15 of  Miami’s top food trucks, green brew, music and of course full bar.

The following food trucks where there:  Ms. Cheezious, The Rolling Stove, Latin Burger and Taco, Slow Food Truck, CheeseMe, Sakaya Kitchen, Red Koi,  gastroPod,  Sugar Rush, Jefe’s Original Fish Taco & Burgers and The Fish Box by La Camaronera.  I know there were a few more but just can’t remember, sorry.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!!! Hope everyone had a great and safe one! :-)

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Photographs of Victor Hugo Vaca Jr presents his Modern Art Gonzo Journalism on 3/9/11

Victor-Hugo Vaca Jr presents his Modern Art Gonzo Journalism at Red Bar Gallery on Wednesday, March 9, 2011.  Concurrent with Miami International Film Festival Week, we got to meet Award-Winning Director Victor-Hugo Vaca Jr and see the Miami Premiere of his 18-minute short: “Crackhead Jesus : The Movie” winner of 2010 DBFF.

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Photographs of 2nd Annual Little Black Dress Fundraiser Cocktail on 2/5/11

The 2nd Annual Little Black Dress Fundraiser Cocktail benefiting Operation Smile at Club 50 at The Viceroy Miami on Saturday, February 5, 2011.  This years fundraiser was sponsored by Fab C. Productions, Miami Social Media Group, Harley Davidson Miami & The Viceroy Miami.   Electro-pop trio Arrivederci, a high powered group with dynamic vocals, hard hitting beats, and melodic chords played for us during the fashion show.  Also, they had Syesha Mercado, now star of Dream Girls Broadway, perform.

Operation Smile, an international charity and organization of mobile medical professionals who provide safe, effective reconstructive surgery for children born with facial deformities such as cleft lip and cleft palate all over the world.

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Photographs of What Miami One Anniversary Party at Transit Lounge on 1/21/11

What Miami One Anniversary Party at Transit Lounge on Friday, January 21, 2011.  They had performing Jahfe, Bright Light Social Hour, and DJ Run Sevim Run.  What a wonderful crowd and the music was amazing.

Jahfe is a band based out of Miami, Florida playing a heavy yet smooth fusion of roots reggae with rocking dub-hop. Representing the power of the youth and the wisdom of roots culture, the music of Jahfe not only reflects the city’s diverse music scene but also the true ability of conscious music to connect to people of all backgrounds. Band members represent a diverse international background of home countries and cultural roots- Haiti to Spain, Israel to Cuba, Czech Republic to Morocco to all over the US.

Bright Light Social Hour is an American rock band from Austin, Texas. Born out of a university art-rock collective, The Bright Light Social Hour has evolved into an unabashedly wide-screen rock group, melding fists-up rock and roll with muscular funk, soul, and psychedelia.

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Photographs of the Miami Street Food Court at Brickell on 1/19/11

Miami Street Food Court at Brickell (Brickell Honda) on Wednesday, January 19, 2011.  The following food trucks participated in the Food Court:  Cheeseme, Dim Ssam a Gogo, The Fish Box, gastroPod, Latin Burger and Taco, The Mexican Gourmet, Ms. Cheezious, and Sugar Rush.

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Photographs of What Miami Beerger Crawl on 1/14/10

What Miami Beerger Crawl on Friday, January 14, 2011.  We had three stop for the night, our first stop was Burger & Beer Joint in Brickell. I did not get a chance to try the food or drinks here but got to mingle for a little bit.  Then we where off to The Filling Station in Downtown, here I tried the pulled pork sliders and the hamburger sliders.  I have to say the pulled pork sliders were so good and I tried the Woodchuck Raspberry Cider and it was yummy and the Staff was amazing.  For our last and finally stop for the night we went to Democratic Republic of Beer (next to the Adrienne Arsht Center) here I tried the Woodchuck Pear cider it was good but I think I like the Raspberry better.

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Photographs of the Miami Music Festival on 11/13/10

Miami Music Festival on Saturday, November 13, 2010.  We went to several venues and all of the music was awesome at each on.  We first stopped by The Stage, then we headed over to Charcoal Studios.  We left the arts district and headed over to Brickell and stopped by Tobacco Road and then headed over to Transit Lounge.  A good time was being had by all at every venue.  Awesome night!!! :)

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Photographs of the Miami Music Festival Welcome Reception and Press Conference on 11/10/10

Miami Music Festival Welcome Reception and Press Conference hosted by Sabadell United Bank on Wednesday, November 10, 2010.  I am so looking forward to this years Miami Music Festival. At the welcome reception we had guest performances from; Anthony Hall, Acoustic, soul and pop vocalist from New York; Shenita Hunt, native Georgian with vocal range steeped in southern gospel; Nicolle Chirino, rock/pop singer, songwriter and musician from Miami.  All will be performing during the MMF along with hundreds of band from all over the country.  This is such a great opportunity to hear some awesome bands for very little, the festival will be going on Thursday, November 11th – Sunday, November 14.  If you are free Friday night we (Soul of Miami) are sponsering a stage at a brand new venue in the Design District, The Stage at 170 NE 38th Street, Miami, FL 33137.  We have 5 local bands all amazing, 9:00pm Underground Junction ft. Steven Bauer, 10:00pm Coffee House Gypsies, 11:00pm Cat Shell, 12:00am The State Of, 1:00am Pocket of Lollipops.  So hopefully will see you there :).  For a full Miami Music Festival schedule click here.

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Photographs of Web City Girls Social Event at Club 50 on 11/4/10

Web City Girls Social Event at Club 50 on Thursday, November 4, 2010. Web City Girls is A Miami Home Grown Fun/Smart Social Show about 3 Girls, 3 Stories, 3 Careers, 3 Dreams + Friends!  What an awesome event!!!!! Great people, awesome view, good drinks, what else could you ask for.  I can not wait until the next one, you guys know how to have a great event! :-)

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Photographs of Dinner with Zacapa Rum Master Blender at Club 50 on 11/3/10

Dinner with Zacapa Rum Master Blender Lorena Vazquez at Club 50 on Wednesday, November 3, 2010.  As those of you who know me I like Tequila, but I am learning to like rum, especially after going to the last two Rum Renaissance Festivals.  We get to Club 50 and they have a special spiced rum punch made with Zacapa 23 year old rum, it had cloves, cinnamon and orange slices in it and was so yummy.  After mingling for about half an hour it was time for the presentation and dinner with Lorena Vazquez.  She told us about herself and what she does as a Master Blender and told us about the seven different rum we were about to taste, Un-Aged Rum, American Whiskey, Charred White Oak, Sherry, Pedro Ximenez, French Oak and the 23 year old Rum. My favorites was the American Whiskey and the 23 year old Rum.  Next we went on to dinner and I have to say it was amazing.  First course was Smoked Octopus paired with View from the top which is Zacapa Rum 23 with grapefruit and lime juice, honey ginger syrup and bitters.  Second course was Grilled Filet of Branzio paired with The Knickerbocker which is Zacapa 23 with Grand Marnier, lime juice and muddled raspberries. Third course was Braised Short Ribs (YUMMY) paired with Zacapa Old Fashioned which is Zacapa Rum 23, simple syrup, cigar bitters and orange bitters.  The forth and last course was Brioche Bread Pudding paired with Zacapa XO Neat.  Everything about the evening was wonderful, the food, the drinks and the company.  Thank you so much for the invitation and a chance to get a better appreciation for rum.

Photographs of The Coffee House Gypsies & Radioboxer at Tobacco Road on 10/13/10

The Coffee House Gypsies and Radioboxer at Tobacco Road on Wednesday, October 13, 2010.  This event raised money for breast cancer research/The Susan G. Komen Foundation. Live music lovers and supporters of this very important cause, breast cancer awareness, gathered for THE WEDDING: a two part live music event featuring the winners of nine Status QuO South Florida Live Music Awards, The Coffee House Gypsies, and Miami New Times Best New Band of 2009, Radioboxer.  The music was amazing, both groups rocked the house and I can not wait to see them again.

Photographs of Nat PR – Get Connected at Blush on 9/23/10

Nat PR – Get Connected at Blush on Thursday, September 23, 2010. Their media partners were 880 AM ‘The BIZ’ and Miami.com.  They had some really great Co-host partners: Chamber South, Coconut Grove Jaycees (JCI), Connect Florida, Doral Business Council (DBC), Habitat Young Professionals (HYP), Impact Circle of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami, Middle Eastern American Professionals Association (MEAPA), Shoot Miami, Young Professionals of Ronald McDonald House of South Florida, Rotaract Club of Coral Gables, Rotary Club of Miami, Young Philanthropists of Baptist Health, Florida International University’s Young Urban Professional Alumni (YUPA).

Photographs of Burger Beast’s Burgie Awards at Transit Lounge on 9/13/10

Burger Beast’s Burgie Awards at Transit Lounge on Monday, September 13, 2010.  In celebration of the second anniversary of the acclaimed Burger Beast blog, founder Sef Gonzalez  honored  South Florida restaurants at the 2010 Burgies Awards.  The award winners are (drum roll please):

Best Taco: Jacalito Taqueria Mexicana
Best Fries: Taurus’ Truffle Fries
Best Sandwich: La Camaronera Sandwich at La Camaronera
Best Hot Dog: The Yellow Dog from Yellow Submarine
Best Wings: The Filling Station
Best Pizza: Pizza Volante
Best Street Food: gastroPod
Best Frita: El Mago De Las Fritas
Best Non-Traditional Burger: Bulgogi Burger at Sakaya Kitchen
Best Specialty Burger: Quickie’s Burger & Wings’ M.O.A.B. (Mother Of All Burgers)
Best Burger – Broward County: Charm City Burger Company
Best Burger – Dade County: Latin Burger & Taco

Photograph of The Miami Girls Tweetup on 9/9/10

The Miami Girls Tweetup at Segafredo/Brickell on Thursday, September 9, 2010.  I had such a wonderful time, it was a great way to meet your fellow Miami Twitter Divas in real life!  There was  a great crowd and so nice meeting everyone, to put a face to the tweeter name.  I hope they have more Miami Girls Tweetups!

Photographs of IKO-IKO celebrates 28 years at Tobacco Road on 8/13/10

IKO-IKO celebrates 28 years at Tobacco Road on Friday, August 13, 2010.  Tobacco Road officially reopened under the current ownership on Friday, August 13th 1982. It was quite a party. Blues, booze and schmooze. Over the years Tobacco Road and IKO IKO changed the course of live music in South Florida. Here they are rocking together twenty eight years later and the band is still kicking harder than ever.

Photographs of Voli Vodka Tasting Event At Aficionados Cigars and Liquor on 5/27/10

Voli Vodka Tasting at Aficionados Cigars and Liquor on Thursday, May 27, 2010.  Voli Spirits has developed the first and only low-calorie, electrolyte-enhanced vodkas with a full line of fruit and fusion flavors.  They had Voli Lemon Vodka, Voli Raspberry Cocoa Vodka, Voli Espresso Vanilla and Voli Lyte at the tasting.  They were all good but the Raspberry Cocoa was my favorite, had jsut a hint of cocoa.

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his facebook page, click here.

Aficionado’s Cigars & Liquor
1200 Brickell Bay Dr. Ste 105,
Miami, FL

Photographs of Donatella Cooks at The Viceroy on 4/20/10

The release of Donatella Cooks at The Viceroy on Tuesday, April 20, 2010.  Donatella Arpaia the lady behind Eos, located in downtown Miami’s. Famed restaurateur Donatella Arpaia celebrated the release of  Donatella Cooks: Simple Food Made Glamorous with cooking demonstrations and wine pairings presented in three new luxury condominiums at Viceroy Residences.  For the better gallery, click here.