MIAMI AND MORE

Miami is not just our second home: it’s where we go to recharge our batteries, and get inspired over and over. It’s a gift that keeps giving, so, when you find yourself in Miami, enjoy some of our favorite places, but most of all absorb the vibe of the city, and have a wonderful time!

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Petite Abeille, New York

If you are feeling nostalgic in New York: Petite Abeille has been bringing Belgian Cuisine to NYC since 1995. It serves Belgian classics like mussels and traditional Belgian fries, in a great atmosphere. We celebrated the Belgian National day here, in great company!

Brickell

Brickell has basically become the city centre of Miami. It’s at the same time the busy financial district, but also a diverse neighbourhood with great shopping and dining. It’s the lack of uptight-edness that makes it a unique place to visit.

Miami Beach Art Basel

It’s the American branch of the renowned Art Basel festival, where leading galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa show significant work from the masters of Modern and contemporary art, as well the new generation of emerging stars.

Sugar

Nothing beats a rooftop bar!! When in Miami: check out Sugar, the sleek 40th floor bar of the East Miami hotel. Enjoy the Brickell skyline while munching on world cuisine inspired tapas.

Morimoto Asia, Orlando

Believe it or not, Morimoto Asia is located in the Disney World! It serves creative Asian dishes, while keeping with the traditions and authenticity of Asian dining. The architecture of the place is stunning. Worth checking out!  

The Standard Miami Beach

When in Miami: stay at the opulent hotel “The Standard”, famous for it’s spa. This hotel has everything, from beach proximity, beautifully designed rooms (some with terrace hot tubs!), to a dreamy infinity swimming pool. It’s all about enjoying water in all its glory.

Zuma Miami

Zuma

It’s Miami, it’s Japan, it’ stunning and chill and delicious! We highly recommend Zuma Miami, and it’s modern take on Japanese cuisine! And, if you grow tired of the beach, take a bite with Miami river views instead.  

Hillstone Coral Gables

Hillstone Coral Gables

When in Miami… We never miss a visit to Hillstone in Coral Gables. It’s an old school restaurant with a great atmosphere, serving food as it should be. Ordering ribs is a must!

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CVI.CHE 105

When in Miami, do not miss CVI.CHE 105. It serves traditional Peruvian dishes with a modern twist, super cool presentation, and it’s simply a great, chill place to dine.  Most of all, it’s a trendy, delicious, reasonably priced seafood restaurant in South Beach.

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Miami Beach Spa

If you ask us – every day should be like this!! Beautiful seaside hotel and a glorious spa: The Standard, Miami. Part recovery center, part hydrotherapy playground, part new-age ashram: it reimagines the modern spa experience.

Miami Juvia

Juvia

Juvia is one of more recent Miami hotspots worth checking out. Why? Well – the retractable roof for one! It is really pricy, the bill may make you dizzy, but so will the views.

Williams Sonoma

If you’re into cooking – you’ll fall in love with Williams Sonoma stores. You can find them all over the US, and they are an absolute foodies heaven with every kitchen item, utensil, tool, appliance, gadget, under the sun – besides being a massive foodie community.

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Lincoln Road

Lincoln Road is a must. It’s a no-traffic shopping road built during the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s – the booming years of the South Beach, featuring real American Art Deco. Here you’ll find non-mall shops, and lots of cool places to eat drink & hang.

Pet Smart

Man’s best friend supplies and Truman’s favorite store in Miami: PetSmart. It not only has everything you need for your pet, but also offers services like grooming and daycare.

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Prime One Twelve

When in Miami, you must have STEAK @ Prime One Twelve! It’s the meat lover’s paradise, serving revamped classics with an amazing meat selection and truly trendy, forward cuisine.

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Village of Merrick Park

For the Miami shopping experience, visit the Village of Merrick Park, a beautiful park-like open air mall – a hotspot for shopping, dining and just chilling.

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Perricone’s

“Downtown Miami’s best Italian restaurant, Perricone’s Market Place and Cafe sits in a quiet park nestled in the shadows of the skyscrapers lining Brickell Avenue.” says the Perricone’s website, and every word is true.

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Little Palm Island Resort & Spa

Take a day trip to an idyllic, secluded and absolutely dreamy place! Little Palm Island is far away from the world, with white sandy beaches & sunsets. Like one of those old-fashioned surreal postcards.

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Nikki Beach

Miami + party = Nikki Beach. It’s the quintessential beach club, with tiki bars, lounge chairs and torches, serving seafood, fresh beachy drinks and hottest DJs.

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Sushi Maki

Check out Sushi Maki for Great Japanese food: they serve what great sushi should be;: delicious, with responsibly sourced ingredients, creative and tasty. You can find Sushi Maki on several locations in Miami.

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W South Beach Hotel

Absolutely stunning: the W hotel. It’s a place of sophistication, views for miles, beachfront, and elegant opulence.  Highly priced but worth every penny – comes highly recommended!

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Whole Foods Market

It’s one of the greatest bio food establishments in the world: the Whole Foods. It stocks all things organic in every shape, form and provenance you can possibly imagine. If you wish to do some cooking of your own, it’s THE place to do your groceries.

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Loews Miami Beach

A great place to stay in Miami – a good value for money hotel + a true taste of the US style, the Loews Miami Beach Hotel is situated in the heart of South Beach, in all its Art Deco glory!

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Morimoto NYC

A place to visit when in New York! Pay attention ’cause you’ll walk past this and totally miss it! It’s a very very cool Japanese restaurant called MORIMOTO on the 10th Avenue.

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Garcia’s Seafood Grill

And now for something completely different! A place for seafood aficionados, you absolutely must add the list of things to do when in Miami: Garcia’s Seafood Grill and Market. Tuck in!

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Kimpton Epic Hotel

“Kimpton EPIC is the EPICenter of a glorious rush, your extravagant base camp for everything you want to experience in a downtown Miami hotel and then some. Sounds like paradise to us.” That’s according to their website, and it’s the truth.

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Area 31

On the 16th floor of the Epic hotel you’ll find Area 31 – the restaurant & bar named after the local fishing area. Area 31 is all about fine dining, sustainable and local produce – all against the stunning Miami skyline and a wow-factor 16th floor terrace with a swimming pool.

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Miami: South Beach

The first and foremost thing to do when in Miami – go to south beach. It’s got a very special vibe – a colorful blend of history and kitsch so typical for Miami. Glitter and class in one go. Overdose of everything. A good start.