Award-winning Portland-based ice cream favorite Salt & Straw has officially opened a new scoop shop at The Abbey in Aventura. Known for its imaginative flavors and community-driven approach, the beloved brand brings classics like Sea Salt Caramel Ribbons alongside Florida-exclusive collaborations such as The Salty Donut Guava + Cheese and Panther Coffee Chocolate Tres Leches. The new location celebrates the North Miami–Dade community with a full weekend of grand opening festivities, plus Salt & Straw’s signature monthly rotating flavors. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., this sweet new spot is already serving up smiles.

This weekend, Soulection teamed up with Crown Royal Marquis to mark a major milestone—15 years of culture-shifting sound—with an epic 15-hour takeover at Club Space Miami. The marathon celebration unfolded across three immersive rooms curated by Soulection, featuring a global roster of tastemakers who kept the energy high from nightfall Friday well into Saturday afternoon.

Guests enjoyed signature Crown Royal Marquis cocktails throughout the night as a stylish, fully locked-in crowd filled the dance floors—moving nonstop, hands in the air, dancing through every set and staying energized well into Saturday afternoon. The momentum peaked on the Space Terrace, where Soulection founder, CEO, and creative visionary Joe Kay delivered a special anniversary set that had everyone dancing, seamlessly blending nostalgic favorites with forward-thinking sounds and keeping the crowd in motion from start to finish, after 6 am.

Over the past 15 years, Soulection has evolved into a worldwide movement, redefining the future of DJ culture and spotlighting genres from R&B and soul to afrobeats, jazz, house, and electronic music—while helping elevate artists like Brent Faiyaz, Snoh Aalegra, Daniel Caesar, and Kaytranada. The Club Space takeover was equal parts celebration and statement, honoring 15 years of impact while setting the tone for the next chapter of the Soulection movement and its partnership with Crown Royal Marquis.

An Evening of Compassion, the inaugural signature fundraising event for the Hope For Animals Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting homeless, injured and endangered animals, will host its inaugural event on January 27. Join community leaders, partners, and animal advocates at Toku Modern Asian to raise critical funds and awareness for animal welfare—while also supporting families facing hardship who are struggling to care for their beloved pets.

Guests will enjoy an elevated cocktail-style experience featuring meaningful connections, raffles, and impactful storytelling centered on compassion, collaboration, and community impact.

For more information visit:

https://hopeforanimalsfoundation.betterworld.org/events/benefiting-Hope-for-Animals-Foundation

InterContinental Miami is turning up the volume in the 305 with the debut of ICON Live: A Monthly Music Series, inviting locals and visitors to soak in Miami’s rhythm under the stars. Beginning this month, every third Thursday from 7PM to 9PM, the hotel’s chic outdoor Picante Terrace transforms into a vibrant live‑music lounge overlooking the glittering Biscayne Bay.

Created as a tribute to Miami’s dynamic homegrown music scene, ICON Live brings together music lovers for an evening of high‑energy performances, handcrafted cocktails, and unbeatable waterfront vibes.

The series kicks off on Thursday, January 22, in partnership with KISS Country 99.9, featuring a special performance by Orlando Mendez, the Miami‑born Cuban country artist who stole hearts on NBC’s The Voice (Season 22). Expect Mendez to bring the heat—blending country soul with Miami spice for a night that promises pure fun and unforgettable energy.

The event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 6:30PM, and guests can enjoy exclusive giveaways from KISS Country 99.9. A cash bar will be available throughout the evening. Attendees must be 21+, and Eventbrite tickets with QR codes are required for entry.

Music lovers can also mark their calendars for upcoming ICON Live dates on February 19 and March 19, each offering its own unique experience.

InterContinental Miami is located at 100 Chopin Plaza, Downtown Miami. To reserve your spot, visit: www.icmiamihotel.com/IconLive

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Bulla Gastrobar is giving winter comfort food a bold Spanish twist. Beginning Wednesday, January 7, 2026, Centurion Restaurant Group’s beloved Spanish dining destination will debut a limited-time winter menu, thoughtfully crafted by Culinary Director Felix Plasencia and designed to warm up Florida’s coolest months.

This seasonal lineup blends cozy flavors with Bulla’s signature creativity. Standout dishes include Caldo Gallego, a hearty Galician soup layered with chorizo, spinach, white alubias, and smoky pork shank, and Huevos Cabreados, a fiery favorite featuring eggs, shrimp, crispy shoestring potatoes, brava sauce, and paprika.

Adding even more Spanish flair, Mushrooms con Chorizo delivers bold, savory bites—chorizo paired with cremini mushrooms, mozzarella, garlic brisket sauce, and a crusty baguette perfect for soaking up every last drop. Meat lovers will gravitate toward the Mallorcan-Style Lamb, braised low and slow for four hours and served with piquillo confit, garlic chips, and patatas panaderas.

Vegetable-forward diners won’t be disappointed either. The new Brussels Sprouts dish balances nutty, earthy flavors with sweet maple syrup, a hint of red pepper flakes, fresh lemon juice, and smoky Spanish paprika, all topped with crispy shoestring potatoes. For dessert, Cheesecake de Maracuyá steals the spotlight—a silky passion fruit cheesecake that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy.

Raising a glass to the season, Bulla also introduces a new cocktail: the Coconut Margarita, a tropical blend of Brugal 1888, tequila, coconut cream, lime, pineapple juice, and simple syrup.

Available for a limited time only, Bulla Gastrobar’s winter menu celebrates the flavors of the season with dishes worth savoring—making now the perfect time to plan a visit before these offerings disappear.

WHEN & WHERE

Bulla Gastrobar Coral Gables
2500 Ponce de Leon, Coral Gables, FL

Bulla Gastrobar Doral
5335 NW 87th Avenue, C102, Doral, FL

Bulla Gastrobar Aventura
2747 NE 193rd Street, Miami, FL

Bulla Gastrobar The Falls
8870 SW 136th Street, Suite RR01, Miami, FL

Bulla Gastrobar Winter Park
110 South Orlando Avenue, #7, Winter Park, FL

Bulla Gastrobar Tampa
930 S Howard Avenue, Tampa, FL

For more information about any location, please visit bullagastrobar.com.