Miami's hot spots.....

Prime 112
Here in Miami there are so many things to do, places to go and people to see. Yet, how many times have your nights return void? There are a few places here that will never die, as well as some that will be old news or shut down tomorrow. This day and age its all about consistency and quality. For those living in the city and feel like there is no where I want to go, think again. You should party and eat with a purpose, and be satisfied. Some of you are partying too much and not eating enough. I believe a lot of you have forgotten "THEY HAVE BARS IN RESTAURANTS TOO!" because we all know clubs can get old real fast, but food and drinks never do. Now I am totally aware this is Miami, land of the plastic and perfect coke bottle figure, but we still gotta eat dammit! Through my experience bars have been a great place to chat, network and form great personal and/or professional relationships. Here's an example: you're at the bar, next to some old guy with a ya mica on, having small talk, and through vague exchanges realize you work for the same company, then realize hey this is the CEO at my company. You never really knew what he looked like besides in pictures because your cubicle is in the dimly lit basement of the building. So now this old foggie thinks you have a lot of spunk and charisma and ask you to call his secretary and schedule an appointment to interview for a promotion. Of course you have all the qualifications, but it's been two years since you've been promoted because of politics and the everyday bullshit that goes on at work. This was the company you loved but considered leaving due to lack of growth, two weeks later here you are with you suit on accepting that senior level position. All because of what..your MBA from Cornell...NO. All because you decided to go to Prime 112 and have a Lychee Martini. I'm telling you there is something about Lychee martini's, they bring the best out of everyone. Prime 112 is a charming, posh, popular but not overrated restaurant owned by the business savvy Myles Chefetz. Both Myles and Prime 112 are one of those things that just won't die, kind of like a roach. It's not the celebrities that keeps this establishments image though it helps but the great food, drinks and most important of all service. Yes, reserving a table may be hectic, but that's why there's are bar or you can go next door to Prime Hotel or across the street to Prime Italian, all owned by Myles Chefetz. You're young, cute and vibrant, you should be at the bar anyway. With Jay-z's songs playing in the background and an occasional visit from Lebron James, or Clive Davis, this place is not too shabby. Known for their delicious aged Steak, Lobster and Lamb my personal favorites are the Lobster mac n cheese, Chilean sea bass, Brussel Sprouts, God bless their fried chicken, and for dessert either the bread pudding or the fried oreos. With a menu as big as the city surely there is a dish that will satisfy the palate, not to mention they're perfectly mixed drinks and cool bar tenders. Weather you are visiting or live in Miami, drop by, come dressed to impress, have some crispy bacon at the bar (if you're a pork eater), meet a few people, order a Lychee martini or maybe a Mango chili capriosca and treat yourself to great food, people and service. Just don't forget your wallet.

Me and Owner Myles Chefetz

Prime 112
112 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach - (305) 532-8112























City Hall the Restaraunt

This next place is fairly new but shows a lot of promise. City Hall owned by Steven Haas, the protege' of the famous Emeril Lagasse, has opened his restaurant in the up and coming neigborhood of mid-town Miami. For those who are anit-South Beach, this may be the place you were looking for. They too serve great Lychee Martini's and fried chicken. I know Lychee martini's and fried chicken is becoming a re-occuring theme, but usually if those are good so is everything else. So I ate at City Hall for the first time yesterday with my friend Todd and loved it. The food was good it was crowded but not stuffy, and the ambiance was casual chic, not cheap hollywood which is also great. City hall is a great place for those who want to escape the sometimes obnoxious tourist, yet have a graet meal and conversation. I believe really soon it will be hard to reserve a table here like so many other places in South Florida, so stop by now while you can.
City Hall the Restaraunt
2004 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL
Phone:
(305) 764-3130 


The River Oyster Bar in Brickell

If you are a seafood lover then this is wear you want to eat. The river is another one of Miami's hidden jewels. When I ate at the River with the fabulous Bianca and Funmi I was impressed by how many chefs from out of town ate their too. This is a foodies restaurant. If you read my blogs enough you'll learn what a foodie is, I am definantly a foodie and proud! Back to the river, they serve everything from salmon to conch ceviche, grilled octopus, as well as more fancy seafood items such as foie gras on calabaza pancakes with vanilla-bean chutney, mahi encrusted with nutty pumpkin seeds, and more. There is something on the menu for everyone. Portions are large and there is also a great bar. If you're ever in Brickell and want to feel like your food just made love to you, this is where you need to be.


The River
650 S. Miami Ave.
Miami, Fl 33130
305-530-1915

I like to call this next place, Miami's best kept secret. Bardot is where you go to dance, and I mean dance your not so little toosh off. Bardot is tucked away in the cutesy artsy neighborhood of Wynwood in Miami's Design and Art District. When you pull up outside you see this drab buliding, but be not decieved my friend, because once you enter you may see Quest love from the roots spinning your favorite records in the DJ booth, or Talib Kweli on the mic. The Dj's at Bardot  do not play the songs you skip through on the radio, but the songs you thought no one else loved but you, the songs the radio does'nt play, and the songs that cause you to break out, dance and sweat profusely. Bardot has live bands, and great artist performing all the time, in an intimate setting for a more than reasonable price. At Bardot, it's ok to sweat, because everyone else is sweating. At Bardot it's o.k to wear Tory Burch flats because no one is in Louboutins or YSL's. You can order a stella or a heineken, or what ever you like. No Lychee martinis here. You can play pool, or reserve a table, but I promise you all the action is on the dance floor. This is a safe laid back place to hang out and meet your favorite Europeans. Bardot has a mixed diverse crowd of Miami locals, NY photographers and models and European vacationers. Next time you want to avoid South Beach and still shake your tail feather be sure to stop by Bardot on a Sunday night and get loose. 
Bardot

3456 N Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33127

(305) 576-5570

www.bardotmiami.com

Jamilah Johnson and Absolutely Amazing Affairs

So as promised I am highlighting another one of South Florida's up and coming entrepreneurs. The reason I do this is so that you can benefit while they're appointment books are still open and can say "such and such threw my party, planned my wedding, hosted my event, designed my dress, did my make-up etc." Again, I only highlight the talents of those who I've deemed professional and better than the competition. With that being said, the talent to plan, organize, council and console you through out all your event planning needs belong to the classy Jamilah Johnson of Palm Beach Florida.

Jamilah Johnson CEO/Event Manager of Absolutely Amazing Affairs, originally from Miami earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business at Florida Atlantic University. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Co-Ed Business Fraternity and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Jamilah resides with her husband and daughter in Palm Beach County,FL. Jamilah took on the challenge of completely organizing her own wedding in a four month period, paying close attention to every detail and flow of the event. Her wedding was then featured in the Embassy Suites Fort Lauderdale Wedding Catalog in 2008. She was often requested by friends and family members to plan and organize weddings, baby showers, bridal showers, fundraising events and business meetings.

 Finally, Absolutely Amazing Affairs was established to serve as a vehicle to extend her creativity, eloquent style and love for event planning to the public. Most recognized for orchestrating last minute, magnificent events, personalization of client services and maintaining professional business relationships with preferred vendors, Jamilah has the ability to magnify simple ideas and create Absolutely Amazing Affairs!

Absolutely Amazing Affairs is dedicated to transforming your ideas into a unique and unforgettable occasion and specialize in creativity, etiquette, eloquent style and personalized service to fulfill and exceed your event expectations.

When you hire Absolutely Amazing Affairs, you now have one less thing to worry about, knowing that the event will have the look and feel you envisioned with details and a set-up that exceeds your expectations. Whether you lack time, creative ideas or have too many ideas for just one wedding, Absolutely Amazing Affairs can make the design of your wedding easy and fun by coming up with an overall theme and color palette, incorperating your  ideas on how to personalize design details, source the best aesthetic vendors and supplies, and being there on your wedding day to make sure everything looks picture perfect.


 Event Planning Services Include:

Weddings
Corporate Event Planning
Community Service Events
Non-Profit Organization Events
Baby Showers
Bridal Showers
Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties
Bridal Consultation Services

To book your next event with Absolutely Amazing Affairs contact:

Mrs. Jamilah Johnson CEO/Event Manager

Absolutely Amazing Affairs Especially for the Professional and Busy Business Woman!

Serving Palm Beach and Broward County

www.AbsolutelyAmazingAffairs.com

305-310-1727

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