April 2010 Happy Easter and Passover! www.MiamiandBeaches.com
OUT AND ABOUT IN MIAMI
Thank you for your continued support of Miami! The April issue of the monthly Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau Media Relation’s e-newsletter is filled with story leads you can develop, including exciting news and events. Enjoy!
POLO WORLD CUP IS BACK ON THE BEACH: The AMG Miami Beach Polo World Cup presented by Nespresso, the world’s largest and most prestigious Polo Tournament on the beach, will be taking place for the sixth consecutive year on Miami Beach between 20th and 22nd streets, behind The Setai Hotel from April 22- April 25, 2010. This year some of the world’s top polo players from the United States, Mexico, Brazil and Argentina, as well as 80 Argentine Polo ponies, will participate in the four-day world class sporting event. The event consists of two tournaments: the second annual ladies’ tournament, the AMG South Beach Women’s Polo Cup presented by Nespresso starting on Thursday April 22nd, followed by the main event, which is a three day tournament from Friday, April 23rd to Sunday, the 25th. Avid polo fans and those who enjoy spending a seaside afternoon sipping cocktails and delectable bites can purchase tickets to the VIP tent. Spectators can also enjoy daily fashion shows by La Martina and Hublot, the AMG Miami Beach Polo World Cup official timepiece. General admission to the tournament and adjoining retail Miami Beach Polo Village is free and a limited number of VIP tickets are available for purchase. For more information, visit www.MiamiPolo.com or call 1-800-278-7330 1-800-278-7330 .
SAWA OPENS AT VILLAGE OF MERRICK PARK: New to the upscale shopping venue, Village of Merrick Park, SAWA Restaurant & Lounge (which means “together”), arrives with much anticipation by patrons and foodies alike. In the heart of Coral Gables, SAWA is the suave and sexy Mediterranean restaurant, bar and lounge from charismatic restaurateur Ramzi Zahr. This reasonably priced eatery, which also offers an exciting list of cocktails, and a sidewalk cabana/hookah lounge, showcases executive chef Jouvens Jean, formerly of Atrio and Solea, who creates a melding of Mediterranean inspired spreads, kebabs, salads, entrees, and by popular demand, sushi. An intimate 2,500 square foot space that seats 60 indoors and up to 70 outdoors was designed with the harmonious balance of yin and yang in mind. The interior boasts dark wooden tables, bar and chairs with white leather upholstery and funky white chandeliers. Crisp white walls are tastefully dressed in the vibrant art by Chady Elias who will change his “interactive art” exhibits every few months. For more information, visit www.SawaRestaurant.com or contact: 305-447-6555 305-447-6555 .
GAY PRIDE OVER MIAMI BEACH: For the second consecutive year, the Miami Beach Gay Pride parade returns on April 17, 2010. This celebration of the extraordinary strength, beauty and contributions of South Florida’s LGBT community, will feature an exciting all-day event including a parade, a festival with exciting celebrity presentations and musical performances, and an Expo with LGBT-friendly vendors and businesses, refreshments and food, and a family-friendly play zone. There will also be dozens of party oriented events to dance the night away to the hottest DJ’s and live performers on the Main Stage. For more information on the day’s schedule of events as well as pre and post-pride day activities, visit www.MiamiBeachGayPride.com.
TIS THE SEAS TO RELAX: The Newport Beachside Resort recently launched Seven Seas Salon, a new Aveda Concept beauty space with Dashing Diva Nail Bar. For the style conscious who covet beauty on a budget, the full-service salon and nail bar features affordable services and treatments starting at only $10. Dashing Diva, New York’s favorite nail salon chain, provides a state-of-the-art experience with the most innovative nail care products and services designed for all looking to be pampered. Three modern and unisex styling stations are also available offering professional Aveda cuts and blowouts at reasonable prices. For more information visit, www.NewportBeachsideResort.com or call 305-749-2100 305-749-2100 .
THE SPIRIT OF GREECE AT DOLPHIN MALL: Miami’s premiere outlet shopping and entertainment destination, Dolphin Mall, welcomes Taverna OPA to its array of restaurant line up. Taverna OPA, one of the fastest growing and highly successful restaurant concepts in South Florida, serves traditional Greek family style cuisine in a vibrant, lively setting that captures the flavor of the Greek islands. The 6,000 square foot venue located in the mall’s Ramblas Plaza offers both interior and patio dining with seating for 200 in each. Guests are energized by the blend of house and traditional Greek music spun by the restaurant’s DJ, where guests are encouraged to dance on the tables during dinner and into the wee hours. The servers dance in Greek “Zorba” style to a variety of Greek songs while belly dancers, dressed in traditional attire, entertain patrons every night beginning at 8 p.m. For more information visit, www.ShopDolphinMall.com.
LATIN INFUSED DINING AT DORAL GOLF RESORT: Rounding out a $16 million resort-wide renewal, Doral Golf Resort & Spa, a Marriott Resort, has spiced up its dining options with the opening of Mesazul, a Latin-inspired steakhouse, and Bossa Nova, a lounge serving tapas and cocktails with live music. Executive Chef Michael Lottermoser, creates innovative cuisine with a contemporary twist on classic dishes. Mesazul offers a Latin-inspired spin on American steakhouse classics such as New Age lechon asado and slow roasted rotisserie mojo chicken. The 160-seat restaurant displays unobstructed panoramic views of the iconic TPC Blue Monster at Doral golf course. A floor-to-ceiling, climate controlled glass wine vault, featuring 200 select offerings from South America, Spain and New World wines greets guests upon arrival and leads them to an active, stylish bar. The sophisticated design is accented by warm wood tones and rich leathers which provide a comfortable, elegant ambiance. With gourmet food, exotic wines/rums set to the sounds of live Latin and Jazz music, these new outlets are entertaining guests and have the local community rediscovering the renowned golf resort. For more information visit, www.DoralMesazul.com or www.DoralBossanova.com
Calendar of Events:
Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition Thru April 11 www.fairexpo.com
Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival April 23-May 2 www.mglff.com