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Miami-Dade County Dream Homes Lottery applications now open
The Miami-Dade County Public Housing and Community Development (PHCD) has opened applications for the Dream Homes Lottery. This initiative offers aspiring homeowners a chance to purchase one of two available homes located at 15300 SW 296 Street, Miami, FL 33033. Each home features 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, with sizes of 1,813 square feet and 1,777 square feet, respectively. The application period runs from July 24 to August 7, 2024.
Cuban Sandwich Chain in Miami Goes Viral for the First Time in 60 Years
This Miami Cuban sandwich chain with more than half a century of history is such a hidden gem that New Times is almost hesitant to share its deliciousness with you. However, we must not gatekeep any longer: Sarussi is a hidden gem. Now with three locations across Miami-Dade County, each...
Word On The Street Is That Smoke And Dough Serves The Best Barbecue In Florida
I don’t know about you, but I love coming across new restaurants in Florida, especially when those restaurants are fairly new on the scene and already receiving accolades. Smoke and Dough is a barbecue restaurant in Miami that is one of 50 restaurants, and only three in Florida, to be featured in The NY Times’ annual restaurant list. Talk about an accomplishment! So what makes this some of the best barbecue in Miami, Florida? Let’s dive right in…
The 67th Annual Vizcaya Ball celebrates 1960s-Inspired Theme
MIAMI – The Vizcaya Ball returns for its 67th edition, raising funds for the continued preservation of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens while beautifully illustrating the timeless nature of fashion and history. This year’s highly anticipated black-tie affair introduces the theme “Vizcaya Royale,” which captures the elegance of late 1960s fashion. Join us for this grand celebration on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at 7 p.m.
Winning Fantasy 5 ticket worth over $100K purchased at South Florida gas station
CORAL GABLES, Fla. – A winning ticket worth over $100,000 was purchased at a gas station in Florida on Thursday. The winning Fantasy 5 ticket worth $114,043.73 was purchased at Chevron, located at 1601 Coral Way in Coral Gables. Hollywood store sells $2 million winning Mega Millions ticket. NOW...
Florida zoos use ice baths, bloodsicles to keep animals cool
From "bloodsicles" to frozen Kool-Aid, Zoo Miami has gone to great lengths to keep its wild animals cool this summer.Why it matters: South Florida has been under a heat advisory for much of July, with the heat index regularly hitting 105 degrees — dangerously hot for humans and animals alike.Zoos across the state are working to prevent overheating among their animals.Zoom in: At Zoo Miami, carnivores eat "bloodsicles" — blocks of frozen meat juice with meat at the center — while herbivores eat ice blocks with fruits, veggies and juices, says Ron Magill, the zoo's goodwill ambassador and communications director.The dingoes...
Founder of Drunken Dragon to Open Mediterranean Restaurant in North Miami
A new waterfront restaurant plans to make waves in Miami this summer, and this time its founder is a longtime restaurant veteran. Yaya Coastal Cuisine, a new waterfront restaurant serving coastal Mediterranean cuisine, is set to open on August 14 in North Miami by the founder of the former Korean hotspot Drunken Dragon, which closed just before the new year.
300 Restaurants this Year in Miami Spice 2024
It’s a blockbuster year for Miami Spice 2024 with 300 restaurants participating in The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB)’s promotion. From August 1 to September 30, locals and visitors alike can indulge in the destination’s finest eateries, enjoying prix fixe, three-course meals for just $30 or $35 for lunch and brunch, and $45 or $60 for dinner. Check out the list below and highlights of some of the offerings.
Inspection ‘concerns’ closes Rickenbacker Fishing Pier to all activity for now
Temporary closure of the historic Rickenbacker Causeway Fishing Pier is now in effect after recent inspections “highlighted concerns that require immediate attention," read a recent X posts from the Miami-Dade County Transportation and Public Works Department. The closure affects all activities in that vicinity, including fishing, walking, cycling and...
15 Incredible Happy Hour Deals In Miami To Get Your Drink On
There’s no doubt that happy hour is everyone’s favorite time of day. Whether it’s an excuse to treat yourself after a long day of work or simply getting out of the house to explore a new spot, we’re not turning down the opportunity to eat and drink with friends — especially when it comes at a reasonable price! There are plenty of spots around the city to grab crafty cocktails, or a brew, and some light bites to unwind.
Miami Spice 2024: Our Top Picks by Neighborhood, Best Brunch & Lunch Spots, and Hot Newcomers
Miami Spice is back, and this year's lineup is hotter than ever! We've curated a list of the best spots to indulge in delicious meals across different neighborhoods, including standout brunch and lunch locations, as well as exciting new restaurants participating in Miami Spice for the first time. Neighborhood Favorites.
Let’s Go! Let’s Do! Weekend and week-ahead local calendar of events and activities
7:30 p.m. through until Aug. 31. The Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games will be held in Paris, televised on NBC and affiliated channels. Go to nbcolympics.com for details. On 26 July 2024, Paris 2024 will offer an Opening Ceremony that is certain to join the most memorable moments in Olympic history.
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