On Friday night, over 700 guests joined hosts Michael Capponi and Eric Milon at SET nightclub for
the official launch party of the internationally acclaimed website, Miami Socialholic™ sponsored by Grey Goose vodka. Miami Socialholic™ co-founders and partners, Dr. Mary Jo Almeida-Shore, Maryanne Salvat and Joe Almeida, celebrated alongside hundreds of friends and family members in the opulent club, which was filled to capacity by midnight and remained that way into the wee hours.
Christina Aguilera and Kim Kardashian celebrated the bachelorette party of celeb stylist, Simone Harouche at LIV on Friday night.
NBA Champs, Dwyane Wade and Alonzo Mourning hosted a meet and greet and autograph signing at Publix on Saturday for the “Be A Pro With Zo & D. Wade Sweepstakes Presented by Publix. Consumers had the opportunity to win and be a part of Seminole Hard Rock Presents The Summer Groove with Zo and D. Wade (July 14-18, ) weekend of fun with an “Enter To Win” sweepstakes. Fans lined up as early as 5 a.m. Once inside, they were treated to music, raffles, giveaways, and product sampling from participating partners. Several fans took advantage of the opportunity to try to convince Wade, whose contract expires this year with the Miami Heat, to stay in Miami.
Passion Pit and Jesse Metcalf photo credit World RedEye
On Sunday night, Passion Pit performed in Miami Beach and hosted their after party at Coco de Ville. The members of the band took turns hitting the DJ booth while fan Jesse Metcalf enjoyed vodka cocktails with them at their VIP table.
Michael Jordan was at JB Kitchen & Bar on Sunday night watching the NBA finals. Michael told restaurant staff that he loved the place and said he’s coming back later this week to watch the World Cup.
Shareef Malnik and Michael Gongora
Forge owner, Shareef Malnik held an exclusive cocktail for the unveiling of the renovated façade of the Forge Restaurant I Wine Bar, which was dramatically covered in white fabric. To the average observer driving by, the wrapped building may have resembled the work of Christo and the late Jeanne-Claude (you remember, the folks who wrapped the islands in Biscayne Bay a few decades back).
A gorgeous sunset served as the backdrop for this momentous street-side affair, during which Miami Beach commissioner Michael Gongora presented Malnik with a Proclamation and Key to the City and shared that he held his first victory party at the Forge a few years ago. Malnik followed with a touching speech in which he told guests that he considers the $10 million renovation a “labor of love and the result of fine work.” He said that the Forge has a sense of community and that he is touched by the support of the community throughout the years. Malnik closed with “I consider it a responsibility to serve you and feed you.” He then invited several people who were instrumental in “Forge of the future” to join him for the ribbon cutting and unveiling, including Chef Dewey Losasso and Michael Capponi, whose company, the Capponi Group was critical to the project.
A collective, “Wow!” emanated from the crowd as Malnik pulled the enormous cover off of the façade of the building, which boasts a neoclassical design and seems to glow, illuminating 41st Street.
Christo and Jeanne-Claude once stated that “the purpose of their art, is simply to create works of art or joy and beauty and to create new ways of seeing familiar landscapes.” With the renovation of the Forge I Wine Bar, Malnik has done just that.
Vinyl & Kai
Vinyl & Kai, Miami Beach’s newest upscale dive bar, is opening its doors to host
the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Taking advantage of its casual vibe and captivating interior, Vinyl & Kai intends on magnifying the experience of watching a soccer match and becoming Miami Beach’s headquarters for the World Cup. There will be four massive high definition projection screens to ensure that everyone has a front row stadium view, and two high definition televisions giving different angles of the game. Vinyl & Kai also has traditional game day food and beverages with specials. Open for every game for the entirety of the World Cup series, through July 11, Vinyl & Kai will also be offering complimentary samplings and a variety of specials on specific game days.
Lucky Strike Lanes & Lounge
Lucky Strike wants guests to score big during this year’s FIFA World Cup morning matches. For $8 per person, Lucky Strike will offer an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet, a special only available during “soccer season.”
Fill up on breakfast comfort-food favorites like scrambled eggs, French Toast, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Home Fries, Croissants and Fresh Fruit. With the bar opening at 8 a.m. wash it down with more than just coffee and orange juice, Bloody Mary specials will be available for $5.
An all-access pass to sporting, Lucky Strike boasts one of the best state-of-the-art audio systems in South Florida. This year, watch the game as if you were on the sidelines.
SUSHISAMBA
Soccer fanatics with an appetite for gaming can end their search for the perfect place to watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup matches. Now through July 11th, SUSHISAMBA dromo will score big with all soccer matches projected onto the big screen, servers donned in their favorite team jerseys, and specialty food and cocktails inspired by the flavors of Japan, Brazil and Peru.
World Cup specials thoughtfully prepared by Chef De Cuisine, Juliana Gonzalez, include seven assortment selections, anticuchos and a World Cup roll with dishes starting at $6. The World Cup specials will be available for morning matches, in lieu of the regular a la carte menu. Drink specials will be offered as well. To further support the culinary roots of SUSHISAMBA, soccer enthusiasts are encouraged to samba on over for the Brazilian games one June 15th, 20th and 25th and enjoy live performances by dancers and drummers. Stay tuned for final fun with a charity kick-a-thon slated to take place on July 10th. The kick-a-thon will raise money for the Minority Soccer Development.
Care for Kids
On Thursday June 17th Jeff Berardelli, weatherman from CBS4, is hosting a fundraiser on behalf of The Children’s Cancer Caring Center (CCCC). The event will be at Bar 721 (721 Lincoln Lane) just off of Lincoln Road on South Beach from 6-10 p.m. A $20 donation includes open bar courtesy of Finlandia vodka and food courtesy of Tacontento. All proceeds go to benefit the CCCC, a south Florida children’s cancer charity celebrating 45 years. For more information on the charity please visit ChildrensCancerCaringCenter.com.
Don’t Worry, Taco Happy
Tacontento touted as an “authentic Mexican taquería” opens on Friday, June 18. The full-service restaurant presents fresh and vibrant Mexican cuisine in a welcoming, fun and festive environment. Tacontento combines the quality of high-end Mexican restaurants with the quick service and lively atmosphere of fast-causal spots. Translated as “be happy” in English, Tacontento shares its passion for the Mexican food experience with its careful, artisanal preparations of authentic recipes. Everything served at Tacontento is handmade with fresh ingredients – no preservatives, no can openers and no freezers! The South Beach location serves as the first domestic outpost and flagship for the franchise. The family-owned “franchise with personality” began in the late ‘90s with a taco stand in Guatemala City, Guatemala and has now grown to include over 14 restaurants in Latin America: El Salvador, Nicaragua, Honduras, Brazil, Panama and Mexico. Tacontento is located at 715 N. Lincoln Lane, in Miami Beach. For more information, call 305.673.1552 or visit www.tacontento.com.
Who Killed the King? Corey Michaels!
Miami-based recording artist Corey Michaels will celebrate his debut album, Who Killed the King? with an exclusive performance at Miami Beach nightclub SCORE on Friday, June 18 at 10 p.m. Corey will perform tracks from Who Killed the King? as part of the popular Friday night party, “Filthy Gorgeous.” The album is described as a fusion of American pop music with Eurodance sounds as each song is a pulsating club banger. Guests can expect a wild set that is sure to entertain the crowd. For more information on Corey Michaels, please visit www.coreymichaels.com or find him on Facebook. Fans can also follow him on Twitter at @coreymichaels. SCORE is located at 727 Lincoln Road. Admission is free before 11 p.m., $8 cover charge for guests arriving after 11 p.m. but if you RSVP to coreymichaels411@gmail.com you will get in free until 1:30 a.m.
Domino Dancing
Amigos for Kids presents its highly-anticipated annual fundraiser, the ING Miami Celebrity Domino Night on Saturday, June 19 at 8 p.m. at Jungle Island. Expect a buzzing domino club, live entertainment, dinner-by-the-bite by Miami’s most prominent chefs and restaurants, open bar courtesy of Bacardi U.S.A., and a stellar silent auction featuring Cuban art, sports memorabilia and much more. One more thing: be sure to wear comfortable shoes- the dancing goes all night at this party! Tickets cost $150 in advance and $175 at the door. Domino tables for four are priced at $1,000 each. Proceeds from tickets and domino tables will benefit Amigos For Kids™. For more information, or to purchase tickets, call Amigos For Kids™ at 305-279-1155 or visit www.amigosforkids.org. For a recap of last year’s Celebrity Domino Night, go to: https://miamisocialholic.com/?s=domino.
