Friends of St. Jude (FOSJ) Miami is rolling out the red carpet for its highly anticipated 16th Annual It’s All About the Kids gala on Saturday, October 5, at JW Marriott Marquis. This year’s event promises an unforgettable evening of celebration, philanthropy, glamour and fun.

Expect a night filled with excitement: a gourmet dinner prepared by top chefs, a live performance by Gente de Zona and the chance to participate in silent and live auctions, where you can bid on exclusive items and experiences, all while supporting a great cause.

The gala is a crucial event aimed at raising awareness and funding for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The mission of St. Jude is clear: to treat and defeat childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Every ticket purchased and every dollar raised contributes to groundbreaking research and exceptional care for sick children with the goal of eliminating childhood cancer.

By attending the gala, you will be actively participating in the fight against pediatric cancer. Each contribution, whether through ticket purchases, auctions, or donations, goes directly to supporting the lifesaving work at St. Jude. 

The Friends of St. Jude invites you for a night that blends joy with purpose: to ensure that no child has to fight cancer alone. Dress to impress, and prepare for a night filled with hope, community, and the spirit of giving.

For more information and to purchase tickets or make a donation visit:

https://www.stjude.org/get-involved/find-an-event/dinners-and-galas/its-all-about-the-kids-miami.html

About St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Its purpose is clear: Finding cures. Saving children.® It is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. When St. Jude opened in 1962, childhood cancer was largely considered incurable. Since then, St. Jude has helped push the overall survival rate from 20% to more than 80%, and it won’t stop until no child dies from cancer. St. Jude shares the breakthroughs it makes to help doctors and researchers at local hospitals and cancer centers around the world improve the quality of treatment and care for even more children. Because of generous donors, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food, so they can focus on helping their child live. Visit St. Jude Inspire to discover powerful St. Jude stories of hope, strength, love and kindness. Support the St. Jude mission by donating at stjude.org, liking St. Jude on Facebook, following St. Jude on X, Instagram,LinkedIn and TikTok, and subscribing to its YouTube channel.

Get ready to treat your taste buds and mingle with Miami’s finest at the ultimate foodie celebration. MIAMI Magazine’s annual culinary extravaganza, “To Live & Dine,” is back and better than ever. This year’s event promises a night of indulgence, showcasing the city’s most delectable dishes.

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, September 10, from 6 PM to 9 PM at Paradise Plaza in the Miami Design District. As “To Live & Dine” celebrates its 14th year, expect nothing less than a gastronomic adventure featuring the best bites from Miami’s top restaurants and culinary stars. Picture yourself savoring creations from culinary hotspots like ABA, Amalia, Bellita Pasta, Boulud Sud Miami, Casadonna Miami, Cookin Genie, Delilah, Dirty French, Elastika, Kissaki, Kojin 2.0, La Natural, Sereia, Sushi Sake, Truluck’s, Uchi, Vitolo, and more. And let’s not forget the cocktails! Refreshing sips from Yave Tequila and Una Vodka will keep the good vibes flowing, while Chip City Cookies takes care of your dessert fix.

Here’s the inside scoop: Miami Socialholic subscribers can snag 25% off tickets with the code Miami25, dropping the price from $100 to just $75. With unlimited bites and an open bar, it’s a deal too tasty to pass up.

Don’t miss out! Grab your tickets here: link.

“CÎROC Limonata Drops,” a series of flavorful escapes and exciting collaborations has dropped in major cities this summer, including Miami- bringing the Mediterranean summer vacation vibe and elevating the moment with a burst of flavor. 

The drops include two exclusive CÎROC Limonata-infused ice cream flavors crafted in partnership with 21+ ice cream and sorbet brand Aubi & Ramsa, embracing the vibe of the Mediterranean—one ‘drop’ at a time. 

The two new flavors celebrate the success of CÎROC Limonata, the newest flavor from CÎROC Ultra-Premium Vodka, offering an innovative way for fans to try the quality crafted vodka, infused with tangy citrus and Italian lemon flavors:

• – Limon Drop: a bold and zesty lemon sorbet made with CÎROC Limonata & Orange Liqueur and garnished with strawberry bits. 
• – La Limonata: a fresh and flavorful lemon ice cream made with CÎROC Limonata.

Both are available online (free shipping in Florida). https://aubiramsa.com 

CÎROC Limonata is available nationwide wherever spirits-based beverages are sold at a suggested retail price of $29.99. 

CÎROC encourages people of legal drinking age to celebrate responsibly. Please visit www.CIROC.com for additional information on CÎROC. Stay up to date with the latest news, cocktails and exciting social content by following the conversation at @CIROC.

By: Mary Jo Almeida-Shore and Maryanne Salvat

As we stepped onto the sandy shores of the stylish Joia Beach, we were delighted by all of the beautifully branded Viktor&Rolf umbrellas and decor in honor of the brand’s unveiling of its latest olfactory masterpiece: Flowerbomb Tiger Lily. The scene was set like a page out of a summer romance novel—an exclusive, private party under the setting Miami sun, where the air was filled with the scent of tiger lilies- which were ever present- on the displays, bars and cocktail tables.

The guest list included influencers: Batsheva Haart, Valerie Domínguez, Alejandra Divo, Lisa Opie, Paula Macher, Christie Ferrari, and Moira Tumas, who mingled, and toasted to the new takeover, while sampling the fragrances and taking plenty of insta-worthy photos. 

As we marveled at the Miami skyline at dusk, while swinging on rope swings by the ocean, we could sense the buzz of the stylish crowd, as they sipped signature cocktails and sampled the Flowerbomb and Spicebomb collections; their senses alight with the rich, floral, and spicy notes. 

Cocktails flowed freely, each one as beautifully crafted as the fragrances themselves. And then, as the sun dipped below the horizon, the music took over. Puerto Rican singer RaiNao serenaded us with her sultry voice, while Coco&Breezy spun beats that kept everyone dancing well into the night.

Fortunately, the Flowerbomb Tiger Lily Beach Club pop-up will continue through August 18th.

Guests will have a chance to lounge by the water, cocktail in hand, while enjoying the scents of tiger lily wafting through the air at this tropical oasis right in the heart of Miami. Be sure to visit to sample the full Flowerbomb collection, and shop to your heart’s content.

We are sure you’ll agree: Flowerbomb Tiger Lily isn’t just a perfume, it’s the scent of summer in a bottle. 

InterContinental Miami celebrates summer inviting hotel guests and visitors to experience the Summer Soirée.  The experience begins upon arrival at the hotel, with a summer themed playlist providing a soundtrack to summer – one that can be downloaded via QR code by all guests.

For visitors, the Summer Soirée vibe is attainable via two special rooms packages – Tropical Tranquility and Beach Bliss. Tropical Tranquility invites hotel guests to enjoy a DayLifeCabana poolside, stellar bay and city views, and a luxurious experience on the InterCon’s fifth floor pool deck, while Beach Bliss extends an invitation to exclusive beach access with two chairs and an umbrella on Miami Beach for all InterContinental Hotel guests booking the package.  

Pending availability, DayLife Cabanas are available for hotel guests to book separately or via Resort Pass if not staying at the hotel. Soak up the sun, take in the bay and enjoy a luxury poolside experience. On the weekends, add in a DJ spinning cool tunes and chilled lemongrass scented hand towels.

Additionally, there are several activations that extend the Summer Soirée theme throughout the property. Back in the hotel lobby, Thursdays through Saturdays the Ketel One Botanicals Cart will offer specially priced, perfectly crafted botanical and herb influenced cocktails and mocktails from 4PM – 6PM as the perfect pregame to a summer night out on the town. 

Even our four legged friends can get in on the summer fun! On Wednesday, June 26, Paws Patio™ – the weekly doggie networker that takes place every Wednesday evening from 5PM to 7PM – will serve as the location for the Dog Days of Summer Soirée. Experience a tail-waggin’ good time with your furry friend and beat the heat with a doggie pool, sprinklers and more to help keep things cool for a pawsomeplay date. The open-air event begins at 5PM and is free and open to the public. Water bowls are on hand for all canines, while adults can enjoy Dirty Dog Martinis, Mutt Mules and other libations from the cash bar.

Club InterContinental hotel guests who book certain Club level rooms can also enjoy several special activations just for them as part of the soirée – with an invitation to craft their own signature summer cocktails at the Club Lounge. On Fridays and Saturdays from 5PM to 7PM, the interactive DIY Happy Hour will feature Ketel One Botanical Vodkas and a garnish station. All guests must be 21 or older.

Summer Soirée at InterContinental Miami is currently underway and will run through Sunday, September 1. InterContinental Miami is located at 100 Chopin Plaza in downtown Miami. For more information and to see all current offers, please visit www.icmiamihotel.com/summer-soiree; Telephone: (305) 577-1000. Follow on Instagram: @InterConMiami

ILIA Beauty’s biggest sale of the year is here – the Friends & Family Sale is back starting TODAY! 

From June 5th to June 13th, enjoy 20% off all orders on iliabeauty.com. Orders over $125 get 25% off, and orders over $175 get 25% off plus a complimentary full-size True Skin Serum Concealer! ILIA VIPs get early access from June 3rd to June 4th and receive a complimentary Lip Wrap Reviving Mask with the purchase of the NEW Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon.

 Stock up on the best-kept secret makeup formulas used by your favorite stars including Mandy Moore, Ayo Edebiri, and Gwyneth Paltrow. The secret to effortlessly glowing skin and makeup.