The Miami Beach EDITION is hosting its 8th Annual Ping Pong, Pizza, & Peroni event on Friday, February 21, 2025, from 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM at MARKET at EDITION. This late-night celebration, hosted by Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, features entertaining ping pong matches, signature pizzas, sliders, a raw bar with stone crabs, oysters, shrimp, freshly rolled sushi, and a variety of desserts. Specialty cocktails will also be available, with music provided by guest DJ Keen One. Tickets are priced at $150 (plus tax) per person, including entry, food, and beverages. Attendees must be 21 or older. Valet parking starts at $30, with limited street parking available. For more information and to purchase tickets visit, 8th Annual Ping Pong, Pizza, & Peroni Tickets, Fri, Feb 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM | Eventbrite.
In honor of the Winter Solstice on December 21st, Salt & Straw will be offering a free scoop promotion at all locations. Customers who order a single scoop will get to upgrade to a double for free to celebrate the shortest (and sweetest) day of the year.
Customers can choose from classic flavors like Double Fold Vanilla, Sea Salt with Caramel Ribbons, Honey Lavender or choose from the limited-edition Holiday Series.
Co-founder and head ice cream maker Tyler Malek has turned all of his favorite holiday flavors into five unique ice creams that capture the cheerful, nostalgia and cozy traditions of the holiday season, and are influenced by Grandma Malek’s favorite festive recipes, cookie swaps, and actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s holiday alter-ego “Dwanta.”
Flavors include:
NEW – The Great Cookie Swap (v) – Crunchy biscoff cookies are blended into a coconut cream ice cream base, and stuffed with quintessential holiday cookies: red-and-green sprinkled sugar cookies, powdered chocolate crinkle cookies, and nutty pecan sandwiches, and swirled with Biscoff cookie butter.
Toasted White Chocolate & Peppermint Almonds – This flavor starts with baking white chocolate chips until they’re golden brown to create a rich, caramelized ice cream, folded with crunchy chopped almonds from SkinnyDipped Almonds®, each one double-dipped in delicate layers of dark chocolate and peppermint-infused white chocolate, and swirled with ribbons of minty housemade fudge.
Gingerbread Cookie Dough – Straight from Grandma Malek’s kitchen, her beloved gingerbread molasses “Cry Baby” cookies are back again this year. These family favorites are churned into a gooey cookie butter, then layered into a rum-spiked royal icing ice cream. Bits of gingerbread cookie are scattered throughout so that every bite of this comforting treat is packed with the warm, spiced flavors that’ve been part of the Malek family’s holiday festivities for generations.
Almond Brittle with Salted Ganache – This sweet and salty flavor is inspired by Grandma Malek’s recipe- studded brittle with candied almonds, slivers of the brittle and decadent chocolate ganache nuggets (creamy, truffle-like delights bursting with salty sweetness) are folded into a classic Double Fold vanilla ice cream.
Dwanta’s Teremana Spiked Eggnog – Inspired by Dwanta—our friend Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s holiday alter ego— this flavor brings together tequila and eggnog to spike the rich, silky custard ice cream with notes of oaky vanilla from Teremana’s Reposado. Amontillado sherry gives it backbone, and an unexpected nuttiness that’s perfectly in character, with nutmeg and dark agave to give the flavor a toasty finish. For locations visit:Salt & Straw.
Lala’s Burgers, the smash burger sensation from Miami’s iconic Apocalypse BBQ, has officially opened at Lincoln’s Beard Brewing Co., bringing its viral creations to Miami’s Bird Road Art District and now offering fans the opportunity to enjoy them seven days a week.
Since debuting as a Tuesday-only pop-up at Apocalypse BBQ in Kendall over the summer, Lala’s Burgers has repeatedly drawn an overwhelming response. The team attempted a soft launch for this new phase of the brand at Lincoln’s Beard Brewing earlier this month, hoping for a gradual start to operations for the location, but that proved impossible. News spread quickly across social media, and lines soon formed as eager fans returned for more legendary smash burgers.
Lala’s Burgers debuted with three signature smash burgers, each loaded with flavor:
Lala Smash ($12) – A five-ounce patty with American cheese, grilled onions, “Lala Sauce,” and house-made pickles.
Classic Smash ($12) – A five-ounce patty with American cheese, onions, house pickles, lettuce, tomatoes, and the OG sauce.
Maxwell Smash ($16) – A five-ounce patty topped with American cheese, queso frito (fried cheese), chopped pepperoni, and hot honey aioli. This “Burger of the Month” will only be available for November.
For those with a big appetite, burgers can be doubled (for an additional $4). The team recommends rounding out the meal with crispy fries (available for $6) and a classic chocolate chip cookie round—a fan favorite from Apocalypse BBQ (for $3.50).
Owned by Jeff Budnechky and his wife Laura “Lala” Budnechky —after whom the burger concept is named—Apocalypse BBQ in Kendall has become a prized spot in the Miami food scene that draws long lines daily. Known for its coffee-rubbed ribs, juicy brisket, and outstanding burgers, it was only a matter of time before the team brought Lala’s Burgers to a broader audience. Apocalypse BBQ’s signature “Jefe Smash” burger, which boasts a brisket and short rib patty topped with American cheese, grilled onions, and “Jefe Sauce” served on a Martin’s potato bun, helped cement their reputation for delivering a rich, meaty, and irresistibly crispy smash burger.
” We’re truly humbled and energized by the love and enthusiasm Miami has shown for Lala’s Burgers,” said Laura “Lala” Budnechky, co-owner of Apocalypse BBQ. “What started as a simple pop-up has turned into something extraordinary, and we’re grateful to have a home at Lincoln’s Beard Brewing Co. where fans can enjoy our smash burgers every day. Seeing the overwhelming response has been incredible, and we can’t wait to keep serving up flavors that bring people together.”
Lala’s Burgers is now open daily at Lincoln’s Beard Brewing Co., 7360 SW 41 Street, in Miami. Hours are Monday from 4 to 11 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 4 p.m. to midnight, Wednesday and Friday from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday from noon to 1 a.m., and Sunday from noon to 9 p.m. The Tuesday pop-up at Apocalypse BBQ, 9980 SW 104 Street, in Kendall, will continue every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
On Saturday, December 7, Choose Chicago, the city’s official tourism board took over Veza Sur Brewing Co. to present Chicago Style: Miami Edition. Launched by Choose Chicago in 2024, the Chicago Style campaign celebrates the unique attitude and attractions that make Chicago an unparalleled travel destination. To help Chicago Style come to life in cities across the globe, Choose Chicago is teaming up with Chicago-based creatives on events that celebrate Chicago through art, music, and more.
Chicago Style landed in the heart of Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood with a vibrant event at Veza Sur Brewing Co. (55 NW 25th St.; Miami, FL 33127) featuring renowned, self-taught street muralist Joseph Anthony Perez, also known as Sentrock.During this daylong activation, both art and travel enthusiasts hadthe opportunity to meet Sentrock, witness him creating an unforgettable mural artwork, enjoy food and drink, groove to music by DJ Ill-Set, take part in interactive art activities, receive colorful giveaways like customized travel bags with Chicago-inspired designs, Sentrock-designed bar glass, play the old-school claw machine filled with goodies from Chicago’s beloved art institutions and makers and learn why Chicago has been voted the nation’s Best Big City in the U.S. by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler for the past eight years in a row.
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Miami’s most anticipated fundraising event is back, and it’s set to be bigger and better than ever! Amigos For Kids, a beloved Miami-based nonprofit dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect by supporting children, families, and communities, proudly announces the return of its celebrated annual event, Amigos Night, on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at The Hangar at Regatta Harbor. Known for attracting record-breaking crowds and a star-studded lineup, this unforgettable evening will unite Miami’s top celebrities, media personalities, elected officials, and influential civic and business leaders—all for a meaningful cause.
Upon arrival, guests will step into an unforgettable evening of style, entertainment, and exquisite cuisine. The event will feature a culinary wonderland with Miami’s top chefs and restaurants offering mouthwatering dishes, paired with an open bar sponsored by Bacardi, serving exclusive, handcrafted cocktails that will set the perfect tone for the night.
This year’s Black Carpet will shine brighter than ever, with Miami’s biggest stars, influencers, and social elite showcasing their support for Amigos For Kids. Notable attendees include Venezuelan actor and singer Gabriel Coronel, Telemundo anchor Gloria Ordaz, and award-winning journalist and Univision co-anchor of Primer Impacto, Pamela Silva. Their presence underscores the vital importance of this cause and the event’s powerful impact on the community.
As the night unfolds, guests will be treated to a showstopping performance by The Clique, a high-energy band that has been igniting Miami’s nightlife for over 25 years. With non-stop dancing and a vibrant Hora Loca, the evening promises to be one for the books, keeping the energy high and the dance floor packed!
For those seeking a bit of friendly competition, “Domino Park” will offer an exciting corner of the party, where both seasoned and first-time domino players can match skills in a lively atmosphere.
The event’s success is made possible by our generous sponsors, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of them. We especially thank our title sponsor, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino; our presenting sponsor, Bacardi; our diamond sponsors, Academica and Prestige Clinical Research; our platinum sponsors, Greenberg Traurig, Intermedia Touch, and Ford; and our gold sponsors, including Banesco, Baptist Health, Goya, Larry Geller & Ingrid Hoffmann, Jorge Luis Garcia, Ryder, and Truist.
To support and learn more about Amigos For Kids, visitamigosforkids.org and follow @AmigosForKids on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
