10 Very Good Reasons To "SoBe" It
After, chill in the swanky lounge or slip into a groove at the hotel's uber cool B Bar.
The Pelican Café (826 Ocean Drive, www.pelicanhotel.com) is a hot spot for lunch or dinner. Those in the know flock to savour their lightplates' like Tuna Tartare with guacamole and crispy won ton, and a variety of mains ranging from Lobster Linguini to Kobe Beef Burgers.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink in The Design District (130 NE 40th St.) has the best al fresco on deviled eggs, savory salads and grilled catch-of-the-day fish. I love a steak salad and their Harris Ranch version raised the bar. The finish? Homemade sorbet, of course! So delicious.
Exploring the area's trendy shops and cool contemporary art galleries is a civilized way to spend an afternoon. Especially since one of the only five Christian Louboutin boutiques in the US is just a stroll away.
Where to Shop
Lincoln Road is an outdoor oasis filled with shops, sidewalk cafes and rests. After spending some time here one really starts to envy the en plein air lifestyle that the southern half lives. But, if you're not interested in the usual branded suspects, and vintage is what you're seeking, then hit C. Madeleine's (www.cmadeleines.com), or book an appointment at Hollen & Jennifer's Vintage Showroom (1177 Kane Concourse).
Then, just north of the strip (and conveniently close to the Acqualina), there's Bal Harbour Shops a lush open-air, garden environment that sets the gold standard for innovative retail destinations. Amid waterfalls and exotic foliage, iconic brands such as Chanel, Christian Dior, Valentino, Prada and Chloe await. Enjoy delightful outdoor restos and an art gallery, in addition to department stores Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue.
Other Must Dos...
-Score some tickets to an NBA game and watch the Miami Heat scorch the courts. Pop in to the nearby Viceroy Hotel for pre- or post-game drinks and bites.
-People watching at the W Hotel (2201 Collins Avenue). The Wall and the Living Room bars provide endless eye-candy.
-The Standard Hotel (40 Island Avenue). Head over for a yoga class, time in the Hamam spa, and then a delicious poolside lunch while you relax, sit back and just enjoy the scene.
Whether you need a sexy escape or good times with the girls, South Beach offers several sublime reasons to book a getaway now!
VISITFLORIDA.com for more travel information on the Sunshine State.
A special thank you to Rosedale Livery Limited (1.800.268.4967) and Rimowa luggage for making sure we arrived on time and in style!
 Sara Graham, Fashion Forward | |
| About the author: | |
When Malcolm Gladwell talks about “connectors,” he’s talking about Sara Graham. This gal-about-town made her mark spending five years in (and out) of publishing as Editor-in-Chief of Canada’s top teen magazines Vervegirl and FUEL. During the out part she created, designed and managed all aspects of Sister Underwear – a collection that was not only embraced by the Canadian fashion network of buyers, media and the public, but enjoyed repeat orders from boutiques located in the U.S. Although no longer deep in the publishing or fashion trenches, Sara remains curious and connected via her insatiable appetite for culture and travel. Sara also continues to produce fashion shoots through Project, her brand management company. |
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