Project Accessory Season 1 Winner, Brian Burkhardt, of Triian, and Local 10 Reporter, Constance Jones, Help Usher in the August Installment of The District Factory

WHAT:

Project Accessory Season 1 Winner, and Factory featured Designer, Brian Burkhardt, of Triian, alongside Special Guest Host, The Crafty Reporter, and Local 10 News Anchor, Constance Jones, usher in the August installment of The District Factory, featuring meet & greets with local designers and artists, shopping, music, food, and so much more.

Juan Henriquez, August’s selected artist, will also be on hand to showcase his collection of highly charged imagery and video installation in collaboration with fellow artist Carlos Pedreanez. In addition, monthly Factory faves not to miss include specialty foods by Phuc Yea! Miami’s first Vietnamese “pop-up” restaurant, tunes courtesy of Scratch DJ Academy’s DJ I.A.N., a Factory Flick by O Cinema, the latest and greatest issue from MIAMI Magazine complimentary to all guests, and specialty cocktails infused by Société Perrier. Additionally, sister restaurant, The Federal Food, Drink & Provisions, will also be setting up shop featuring a beer garden pouring exclusively craft beers and sodas. To learn more, visitwww.DistrictFactory.com.

WHEN:

Saturday, August 11, 2012, from 7-10PM

Gallery Walk, Art + Design Night, Miami Design District

WHERE:

The District Factory, 3900 NE 1st Avenue, Miami, FL 33127

(786) 529-0434

No Cover Charge

WHO:

Miami Design District, MIAMI Magazine, Société Perrier, Scratch DJ Academy, O Cinema, Phuc Yea!, and The Federal Food, Drink & Provisions

WHY:

Founded on the belief that you can make a living pursuing your creative passion, The District Factory encourages the entrepreneurial spirit of emerging designers and artists by facilitating exchanges with the community that result in awareness, support, and ultimately commerce. Taking it “offline”, THE DISTRICT FACTORY creates synergies between creatives and the community looking to meet the talent behind today’s emerging trends. Currently The District Factory is a monthly evening shopping event and mash-up during Miami Design District’s Art & Design Night. Future plans include an online store, creative inspiration sessions, industry panel discussions, and workshops. Learn more at the DISTRICTFACTORY.com

Kim Kardashian Hosts The Midori Beachside Bash photo: INFphoto.com

On Sunday night, Travis McCoy celebrated his birthday at Rokbar.  T-Pain and Dennis Rodman were on-hand for the party. Trey Songz celebrated his latest video with a wrap party at Cameo last week. Kim Kardashian hosted a Midori party at the Delano during Swim Week.

By:  Mary Jo Almeida-Shore

Style Saves at Soho Beach House

The most eclectic crowd during Miami Swim Week gathered at the exclusive Soho Beach House (SBH) on Thursday, July 19^th for the Style Saves’ 1 Year Anniversary, celebration/fundraiser.  Co-chairs Rachael Russell, fashion stylist and Ashley Spitz, event planner, combined their talents to produce this sensational event, which drew over 400 of Miami’s most recognized, influential and fashionable faces.  Guests filled the pool area of the SBH to support Style Saves’ mission to “build confidence through clothes and give a fresh start through fashion” to local underprivileged students in South Florida. The event raised nearly $40,000 for Style Saves, doubling last year’s total. Read the rest here »

By: Maryanne Salvat

Casting Call for Sailor Jerry Rum Tattooed Beauties

Calling all tattooed beauties! Sailor Jerry Rum is searching for a gorgeous, tattooed woman to be featured in the November 2012 edition of Inked Magazine. Casting call parties will be held in South Florida throughout the month of August. Join Sailor Jerry Rum for the Miami festivities on Thursday, August 9, at the Sandbar Grill in Coconut Grove from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Viable candidates must be at least 25 years of age and have some beautiful body art and smile to match. The winner will receive a $1,000 cash prize and have her displayed in the magazine’s November 2012 issue. Future casting call dates include: Key West (8/11), Jacksonville (8/17), Daytona (8/18), Tallahassee (8/23) , and  Pensacola (8/24).

Zadok Gallery in Wynwood benefits the CCCC

On Thursday, August 9, enjoy a night of art, wine and music for the Children’s Cancer Caring Center (CCCC) hosted by the Zadok Gallery in Wynwood, a beautiful venue with a variety of inspirational art. Take a tour and mingle while enjoying complimentary wine, cocktails and light bites! Extensive raffle and silent auction will be available. The event will run from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.; a donation of $40 will benefit the CCCC.The CCCC is a 46 year South Florida charity providing free cancer care for children from families of limited means.  For more information visit: www.CaringIsTheKey.org.

Anne Valverde at Villa Azur

 Villa Azur will host a cocktail in honor of Anne Valverde and her photography exhibit “Somewhere in America” on Thursday, August 9 at 7:00 p.m.  For more information on the artist visit: www.annevalverde.com or www.villaazurmiami.com. Cocktail attire is suggested.  

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By: Maryanne Salvat 

Kung Fu Kitchen & Sushi Presents Naked Sushi 

The most audacious restaurant in South Beach, Kung Fu Kitchen & Sushi at The Catalina Hotel & Beach Club on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach, is taking Miami Spice to the next level with a daring and risqué, first-of-its-kind offer for food enthusiasts and sushi-lovers. During Miami Spice months of August and September, Kung Fu Kitchen & Sushi will be offering Naked Sushi – a concept unique to the South Beach Asian hotspot, and a term used to describe the restaurant’s offer of an attractive male or female that can be ordered to arrive at the table, stripped of any clothing and tastefully, but scantily dressed, horizontally, in an artistic platter of sushi and sashimi for up to 10 people.  Each mouthwatering “body” of strategically arranged fish, selected from the Kung Fu sushi menu, will entice even the most famished group of friends, and for an all-inclusive cost of $500 per human platter, it may even come with polite conversation during the meal. Reservations for Naked Sushi at Kung Fu Kitchen & Sushi can be made by calling 305.600.9572 or Morgan.Daly@southbeachgroup.com. General restaurant reservations can be made by calling 305.534.7905 or by visiting www.catalinasouthbeach.com/kungfukitchen.  Walk-ins are also welcome.

Lucky Strike Happy Hour 

For a night on a budget, Lucky Strike Miami offers tantalizing happy hour specials. Featured Monday through Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Friday from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m., the happy hour includes a variety of wine and spirits and a selection of appetizers. The venue also offers a late-night happy hour every Monday through Thursday 10:00 p.m. to 1:00a.m. Bowling prices start at $7.95 plus cost of shoe rental. For inquiries on hosting an event at Lucky Strike Miami, contact miamiparties@bowlluckystrike.com.

Sundaze Pool Party at HIGHBAR  

From 2:00 to 8:00 p.m., HIGHBAR at Dream South Beach makes a splash with its Icon Entertainment Sundaze Pool Party.  Miami locals are invited to the ultimate Sunday escape weekly at Dream South Beach’s rooftop oasis, where delicious cocktails, famed dishes and transcendent beats by resident DJ, DJ Angelo, take over. A full pool menu includes a Classic Grilled Cheese made with Gruyere cheese, an “Ugly Burger” with every topping under the sun, and a Popcorn Milkshake with salted brown butter and chocolate hazelnut crisps.  Daily drink specials include the heavenly “7 Deadly Sins” cocktails, adult popsicles and JELL-O shots.

Bubbles, Botox & Trunk Show  

Dr. Patty’s Dental, South Florida’s first dental spa, is teaming up with Lilac And Lilies Boutique to host their first annual Bubbles, Botox & Trunk Show soiree featuring an indulgent night of champagne-fueled shopping and beauty treatments.   The event will take place Thursday, August 9 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m., and is open to the public. Guests will enjoy a pre-fall, fashion preview and trunk show from Lilac And Lilies Boutique featuring 15 percent off coveted designers such as Bailey 44, Parker, RaMona LaRue, Charlie Jade, Veronica M., Stop Staring!, House of Harlow 1960, Kendra Scott, French Connection, and Black Halo during the event. Complimentary mini-spa treatments, including massages, eyebrow threading/shaping and lash extensions by celebrity lasher Alicia Hunter will be available as well as promotionally priced fillers including Botox and Dysport treatments administered by Dr. Patty. To RSVP, please email Info@DrPattyDental.com or call 954-523-2400.

Imagine Lifestyles at Homestead-Miami Speedway
Why?  You have the need for speed.

Imagine Lifestyles joins forces with Homestead-Miami Speedway to offer auto enthusiasts and thrill seekers the chance to drive 4.6 miles around the famed track in a luxury supercar. On Saturday, August 4, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., guests will satisfy their need for speed on a NASCAR speedway in their choice of a Ferrari F430, Ferrari California, Ferrari 599, Lamborghini LP-560 or Lamborghini Gallardo. After hosting exotic driving experiences in Chicago and New Jersey, Imagine Lifestyles has brought its luxury experience to Miami. Guests are invited to the home of NASCAR racecars, where they can select from five luxury vehicles before receiving expert driving instruction and taking a spin on the Homestead-Miami Speedway. On the 4.6-mile track, guests can accelerate to incredible speeds at will, getting a complete feel for a full spectrum of the car’s engineering capacities and perks without the fear of getting pulled over. The Ultimate Super Car Experience is a unique way to get behind the wheel of a luxury vehicle, take photographs with exotic cars, and mingle with fellow auto aficionados and makers for an unforgettable gift for those looking to “switch gears.”Guests must be 21 or older to drive accompanied by an expert driving instructor, with those older than 13 invited to ride shotgun. Day and Night Sessions are available.
Here’s how it works:
1.​Purchase a ride would visit http://www.wantickets.com/ILTaraInk
2. ​Choose between a Ferrari F430, Ferrari California, Ferrari 599, Lamborghini LP-560 or Lamborghini Gallardo.
3. ​Select a time slot.
4. ​Get to the track and fill out paperwork and get some training.
5. ​Settle in behind the wheel – and the sky is the limit.
6.​Bring up to 3 friends to watch and buy additional laps if you’d like.
7.​Enjoy the Pit Row experience with auto, retail and restaurant vendors.
8.​Buy your photos and video.
Location:​​One Speedway Boulevard Homestead
Telephone:​​866.436.3514.
Email:​​events@imaginelifestyles.com
Website:​​http://www.wantickets.com/ILTaraInk