Baubles, Bubbly, Brunch + Boisset

On Friday, November 7, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., local favorite Joan Shepp will host Baubles, Bubbly + Boisset. Guests will have the chance meet and greet Jean-Charles Boisset, the owner of more than 20 wineries around the world and the recipient of the prestigious Jefferson Award from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts for their Bacchanal Wine Auction fundraiser and sip hand-selected vintage champagne. Along with classic bubbly, patrons will view timeless pieces from iconic designers including Oscar de la Renta , Chanel, and Yves Saint Laurent selected by one of the “Dukes of Melrose”, Cameron Silver of Decades, the exclusive vintage boutique in Los Angeles. The event is free and open to the public and champagne will be poured while supplies last.

On Saturday, at 10:00 a.m. join Jean-Charles Boisset for an unforgettable VIP brunch, pairing delectable items from Rittenhouse’s finest chefs with sparkling wines from the JCB Collection. Chef Sam Noh at Rouge will combine the sweet and savory smoked salmon with caviar, a lemon creme fraiche, on a Parmesan butter “cookie” and brioche toast, strawberry compote, champagne whipped cream paired with JCB 69 Cremant de Borgogne Rose; 11:00 a.m. Chef Eli Kulp at a. Bar, will create high street pastry with sea bream ceviche paired with JCB 21 Cremant de Borgogne Brut; 12:00 p.m. Chef Jon Cichon at the Library Bar at The Rittenhouse Hotel will prepare coddled egg, black trumpet mushroom and parmesan paired with Charles de Fere Brand Reserve Blanc de Blanc Brut. The event is $75/person and tickets can be purchased at http://pafa.ticketleap.com/brunchcrawl/

Be A Voice Awards Luncheon

On Friday, November 7, at 11:30 a.m. Voices For Children Foundation Inc. will host its 30th anniversary at the “Be A Voice Awards Luncheon,” presented by Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson P.A., with the goal of raising funds to benefit Miami-Dade County’s foster children at Jungle Island. Emceed by Laurie Jennings, Anchor of Local 10 News, this event brings together approximately 500 guests including attorneys, judges, elected officials, community leaders, volunteers and supporters to recognize those individuals, corporations and organizations that have made a significant contribution in the area of child abuse and neglect in Miami-Dade County. The Betsy Gunn Award will be presented to veteran Guardian ad Litem volunteer Johan Askowitz and special recognition will be given to those who have been a voice to the children in our community time and again over the course of our 30 years. This event is open to all members of the public. Tickets for the event are $150 per person or $1,500 for a table of 10; for more information visit: www.BeAVoice.org.

Siena Tavern Set To Open 

Top Chef Alumni Fabio Viviani and co-owners Luke Stoioff and David Rekhson of DineAmic Group are excited to announce that their FIRST ever Miami restaurant and their Miami Beach outpost is set to open this November. Siena Tavern will bring the sophistication and charisma of Viviani’s cuisine, as well as the energy of a bustling bar, to the cornerstone of Miami Beach’s South of Fifth dining scene. Combining Fabio Viviani’s crowd-pleasing made-from-scratch menu, with DineAmic’s success in the hospitality sphere, Siena Tavern will offer diners an experience that is simultaneously comfortable, vibrant and social. Rare for Miami, Siena Tavern Miami offers a 250-space parking lot (above the restaurant) so finding a spot in the area will not be an issue. Shortly after opening, the restaurant will offer affordable valet service where patrons will not have to wait long for their car. Guests can expect to pay only $10 for valet Monday through Thursday for dinner, and for brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Dinner on Friday through Sunday will cost $15.

The PopUp Dinner Miami Presented by Acura

On November 8, The PopUp Dinner Miami presented by Acura welcome their inaugural event coming to Miami for the first time. The white themed picnic will take place in an exciting secret location and will feature a special appearance by DJ Zen Freeman, courtesy of Acura. Whole Foods Market^® has joined the pop up dinner experience as an official purveyor. Attendees will be welcome to the whole foods tent where they will be presented with invitations and vouchers to the opening of their downtown store opening soon at 299 SE 3^rd Avenue, Miami. The PopUp Dinner Miami benefiting Pérez Art Museum Miami, PAMM, is an elegant, mass “pop up” picnic that encourages guests to be spontaneous and creative with their attire, culinary choices, and table design. This evening of revelry under the stars draws a crowd of thousands who are instructed to come dressed in chic white as they execute their own lavish table decorations and bring inspired cuisine and beverages – all which reflect a love for dining in style with friends in Miami. The exact location will be disclosed to ticket holders via email just two hours before the event. Guests at the PopUp Dinner Miami will have a unique opportunity to experience the all-new 2015 Acura TLX; the sedan will be transformed into a custom photo booth allowing partygoers to capture the magic of the night. Acura will also provide the means – and the muscle – to transport guests’ picnic items and party favors from check-in to the dinner location in style.  Attendees will also be able to purchase an array of wine selections provided by Kobrand Wine and Spirits and complimentary coffee courtesy of Juan Valdez Coffee.  Lastly, as a token of appreciation, Acura owners who present their car key upon entrance will receive a special VIP gift. To purchase tickets and for general information and details on The PopUp Dinner Miami visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-popup-dinner-miami-2014-tickets-11629178185.

Ball & Chain Presents NYC-Based Band Brazilian Band

The recently renovated Ball & Chain jazz bar located in the historic center of Little Havana has opened its doors as a live music venue with a Cuban flare. Meticulously redecorated in 1950s Miami style by new ownership Ben and Zack Bush and Bill Fuller features a full liquor bar, specialty drinks and a tapas menu. For additional information visit: www.ballandchainmiami.com. Next Thursday, November 13, Ball and Chain will host a live performance by BRAZILIAN GIRLS, the NYC-based band known for their eclectic blend of EDM combined with diverse musical blends of reggae, tango, chanson and house. Tickets are $35, if bought in advance and includes one complimentary cocktail.  Doors open at 7:30PM; Link to purchase tickets:  https://www.squadup.com/events/braziliangirls.

Pop-Up Restaurant Series on Windridge Yacht Charter

The Federal Food, Drink & Provisions’ Chef/Owner Cesar Zapata is hosting the debut of Windridge Yacht Charter’s new “Pop-Up Restaurant Series” on Wednesday, November 12, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m., with 6:30 p.m. boarding. Inviting Miami’s most innovative chefs to the spectacular South Florida waterways for a one-time only dining cruise event on its flagship yacht, Lady Windridge, the vessel will cruise along Biscayne Bay as guests enjoy a multi-course menu, signature cocktail pairing, beer and wine, DJ entertainment and much more. Highlights from Zapata’s menu include Kale Slaw with apples, jicama, chayote, celery and spiced pecans; Oyster Shooters of fresh Bloody Mary mix, chipotle, cilantro and tequila jelly; Smoked BBQ Pork Shoulder & BBQ Beef Brisket with housemade BBQ sauces; and Buttermilk Panna Cotta with drunken cranberries and mint. Departing from the Fontainebleau Hotel on Miami Beach, the cruise is priced at $125++ per person. For reservations or more information, call 954.525.7724 or visit http://www.windridgeyachts.com.

MALEFICENT Enchants Viewers at Home

The blockbuster “MALEFICENT” comes to life for all to own this week.  Award winning actress Angelina Jolie animates one of the most iconic villains in Disney history re-creating a love story for all ages. The wickedly fun twist on the classic “Sleeping Beauty” is available on Disney Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, Digital HD, Disney Movies Anywhere, DVD and On-Demand platforms. After enchanting audiences around the world and grossing more than $700 million in worldwide box office, this live-action, fantasy adventure casts a wondrous new spell on Blu-ray and Digital HD, featuring stunning high definition picture and sound, plus spellbinding, all-new bonus features, including several deleted scenes and behind-the-scenes featurettes that take viewers deeper behind the scenes of the filmmaking magic.

By: Maryanne Salvat

Nightmare on the Beach

Nightmare on the Beach (NOTB), South Florida’s Number 1 Halloween Party, benefiting the Little Lighthouse Foundation will be held Friday night, October 31, in Lummus Park at Ocean Drive & 9th Street in South Beach. Tickets are currently available at $175, and will be increasing soon (NOTB sold out the past two years).   http://digestmiami.com/features/best-halloween-miami. Attendees will experience South Florida’s best Halloween party from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. with premium open bar all night, and culinary tastings from some of South Florida’s best restaurants and caterers.  VIP tables are available for groups of 8 for $3,600, and groups of 10 at $4,000. VIP tables include unlimited bottle service all night.For more information on Nightmare on the Beach, to purchase tickets, and to see videos and pictures from prior Nightmare on the Beach events, go to www.nightmareonthebeach.com.  For more information on the Little Lighthouse Foundation, please visit: www.thelittlelighthouse.org<http://www.thelittlelighthouse.org;If you are interested in purchasing a table, sponsoring the event, or for press coverage, please contact Reed Nicol at 305.417.8552, or email at reed@thelittlelighthouse.org<mailto:reed@thelittlelighthouse.org>.

Other Halloween Happenings:

Perfecto

Perfecto, will host a Star Wars Halloween theme party on Friday October 31st. Guests are encouraged to go back in time and show up their favorite Star Wars Character costumes. Winner of the best costume will win a specially curated tasting dinner prepared by Chef Angel. May the force be with you!

Seasalt and Pepper 

Halloween Masquerade is the theme for Seasalt and Pepper’s eventful holiday night. With reservations beginning at 7pm on October 31, join Seasalt and Pepper for a night of dinner and mysterious chic attire. Sponsored by Veuve Clicquot, diners will be entertained by Zhantra Dancers and a DJ to dance the night away. Specialty drinks by Belvedere vodka will round out the night in disguise.

Wall  

On Friday October 31, Wall Lounge will celebrate it’s 6th year anniversary of their Walloween costume Party hosted by Yelloween Veuve Clicquot along with a special live performance by Black Sheep and music by Mr Mauricio.On Saturday, the day after Halloween also known as Los Dias de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead),  the theme will be Day of Hollywood Dead people. Wall invites guests on this spooky night to come as their favorite Hollywood stars such as Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, Robin Williams to name a few. A Dirty Dutch production, music will be by Mitchell Neimeyer and a closing set by Lee Kalt.

Cavalli

For the Halloween weekend on Thursday October 30, Cavalli will have a special Alice in Wonderland Masquerade party to celebrate the newly refurbished lounge opening.

Hosted by Roberto Cavalli, on Friday October 31, guests will be transported from the minute they arrive to a wonderful kingdom that will sprawl through the main dining room and the upstairs lounge. Attendees are encouraged to explore their “hunter” and “prey” instincts as they travel through this alternate universe that will feature ferocious lustful “beasts” handling exotic live serpents and body painted seductive beauties handing out Cavalli bags filled with sweet treats. To satisfy the appetite of their carnivorous guests, Cavalli will offer a palatial feast downstairs as the open format soundtrack of the night is provided by the sexy DJ Michelle Pooch. Royal Cavalli Feast of the most excellent Italian dishes from 9.00pm to 12.00am will be $125 pp and includes 1 glass of champagne while general admission excluding the feast  will be $50 for gentlemen and $30 for ladies.

“Voyage des Papillions” InterContinental^® Miami Make-A-Wish Nightclub 

It will be a glamorous finale to the sold out 20^th Annual InterContinental® Miami Make-A-Wish Ball on Saturday, November 1, as “Voyage des Papillions” – this year’s edition of the InterContinental^® Miami Make-A-Wish Nightclub – pays homage to the contemporary Disco movement with an extravagant couture runway show presented by Neiman Marcus Bal Harbour. A hip, after-hours venue, the InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Nightclub is chaired by Ball Chairman Shareef Malnik, with Michael Capponi as Vice-Chair, and will be held from 10:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. on the Mezzanine level of the Hotel InterContinental Miami. Co-produced by Maxwell Blandford and Clif Loftin, with creative execution by DECO Productions, the disco-infused runway show will be styled by Arel Ramos for Neiman Marcus Bal Harbour, with hair by Danny Jelaca Salon and makeup by O.P Studio, and will present the new collections of couture designers, such as Tom Ford, Pucci and Dolce & Gabbana. Progressive beats will be provided by DJ Michelle Leshem and producer Sean Drake. Individual tickets for “Voyage des Papillions” are $100, which includes an unlimited open bar, and may be purchased at https://hotelballafterparty2014.eventbrite.com, or by calling954.967.9474 ext. 319.

Miami Symphony Orchestra (MISO) With a Little Help from my Friends

The Miami Symphony Orchestra (MISO), under the direction of Music Director and Conductor Eduardo Marturet, celebrates 50 years since the Beatles first touched down at Miami International Airport, on their way to their first American television appearance at the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City.

A World Premiere arrangement of the Fab Four’s popular tune, With a Little Help from my Friends, by Maestro Eduardo Marturet, commemorates the Beatles’ music featuring select faculty from the New World School of the Arts that includes pianist Ciro Fodere, and Dean of Music and MISO Concertmaster Daniel Andai. Principal Trumpet and Artist-in-Residence Samuel Hyken presents one of his latest works, The Beatles Guide to the Orchestra, influenced by Benjamin Britten’s well-known composition, The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra, where each of the various movements highlight the different sections of the orchestra. Peter Breiner’s Beatles Go Baroque is a creative piece filled with much-admired Beatles’ tunes in a style more suggestive of the lush Concerto Grosso’s by Bach, mixing symphonic music with some of the most influential rock music of all time.

Introducing the Make Your Own Peace Foundation, Miami Symphony will honor this historic moment with a special fundraising dinner at Seasalt and Pepper restaurant on Monday, November 17 at 8:00 p.m. Dinner, entertainment, and live auctions will take place for $500 per person, supporting MISO’s special programs that help teach and influence the children in South Florida’s inner city neighborhoods through the wonderful “gift of music.” RSVP to miso@seasaltmiami.com.

By: Maryanne Salvat

20^th Annual Blacks’ Annual Gala

One of South Florida’s most prestigious, star-studded charity events will return for its 20th year as Lea and Roy Black and The Mariano Foundation present “The Blacks’ Annual Gala” on Saturday, October 25, from 7:00 p.m. to midnight at Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Headlined by legendary singer, the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, the event will benefit The Consequences Charity, Teach for America, Breakthrough Miami and other worthy causes that support at-risk youth – a cause “The Blacks’ Annual Gala” has raised several million dollars for over the last two decades. The Andy Warhol-themed event will kick off with celebrity arrivals, including Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Courtney Love and special guest host Ross Mathews of E!, on the black and white checkered “red” carpet featuring a custom step & repeat complete with pop art performers clad in body painted costumes;to purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.theblacksannualgala.com.

The Miami Children’s Health Foundation Annual Diamond Ball

On Saturday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m., Miami Children’s Health Foundation will host its annual Diamond Ball and will honor internationally renowned pop artist Romero Britto. Romero Britto will be inducted into the Ambassador David M. Walters International Pediatric Hall of Fame and will reveal a new logo for Together for the Children, the campaign for Miami Children’s Hospital. This premier signature event will take place at JW Marriott Marquis in Downtown Miami and will pay tribute to Miami Children’s Hospital’s grateful patients, world-class physicians and generous philanthropists. The Diamond ball also helps raise funds to position Miami Children’s as a world leader and global destination for pediatric health and wellness as well as a provider of hope for children everywhere.

YoungArts Launches Outside the Box

On October 25, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., the National YoungArts Foundation(YoungArts) will launch Outside the Box, a new series that will feature free performances by YoungArts alumni, including GRAMMY Award-nominated musician Dave Eggar (1987 Winner in Music and U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts). Each event in this multi-sensory extravaganza will take place on the YoungArts Plaza, located outside of the Jewel Box on the organization’s Miami campus, and feature different YoungArts alumni. Outside the Box attendees will enjoy tasty treats from favorite neighborhood food and beverage locales, including JugoFresh, Lulu’s and Illegal Bakery, and learn some beneficial yoga moves by Trio Yoga. Event is free and open to the public, RSVP to OTB@youngarts.org.

Better Days Pop Up Bar Celebrates 30 More Days

Better Days, the independent boutique bar brand launched in August 2014 as the single vision of its creators, Challo Schott and owner Jeronimo Hirschfeld will extend its stay for another 30 days.  Due to the overwhelming response from Miami, Better Days has been able to extend the pop up and will be celebrating with a week of exciting events starting Halloween Weekend. On Monday October 27, Manic Monday 80s night will feature $3 tall boys, followed by “Dead Waiter” night on Tuesday October 28 where Miami’s well deserving service industry members are celebrated and thanked with a 50% discount on all their libations. On Wednesday October 29, Better Days will supply guests with pumpkins and all materials needed for a fun night of pumpkin carving. Devils night will be held on Thursday October 30, followed by a Halloween Zombie Dance Party on Friday October 31. Rounding out the week will be their weekly $3-$5 happy hour from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday and their 5-5-5 happy hour on Saturdays, where their featured craft cocktails are $5 for 5 hours beginning at 5:00 p.m.

March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction presented by Goya

One of the area’s most popular annual food and wine charity events, the March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction presented by Goya, will return for its 17th year on Thursday, October 30. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Miami. A who’s who of prominent area chefs will prepare their signature dishes created exclusively for the evening, paired with fine wines resulting in a memorable, mouth-watering extravaganza. Following the tasting, there will be a seated dessert and a spirited live auction featuring unique once-in-a-lifetime opportunities and our very special Fund the Mission. Tables of ten for the event are $3,000, and individual tickets for the event are $300 per person. All proceeds from the event benefit the March of Dimes. For more event information and to purchase tables or tickets, visit: marchofdimes.org/floridaevents.

After Sunset @The Setai

The Setai Miami Beach is spooking it up for this month’s After Sunset @The Setai on Thursday, October 30 from 8:00 to 11:00 p.m. Miami’s most imaginative bartender, Philip Khandehrish, is teaming up with Meat Market’s renowned mixologist Ezra Pattek. Both will be mixing and shakin’ with Ancho Reyes, an Ancho pepper flavored liquor to bring guests Halloween-themed cocktails. In addition, guests can enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, specially priced cocktails, wines and champagnes.

Dine de Têtes Surrealiste at Bâoli Miami

Sources say that Salvador Dalí is expected to return on October 29 to recreate his infamous “Dine de Têtes Surrealiste” party. Bâoli Miami has decided to warp Wednesday night’s “My Boyfriend is Out of Town” event into an otherworldly “Feast of the Imaginarium.” For more information on this surreal sighting visit: http://www.baolimiami.com/imaginarium. Reservations are highly recommended.

Edgar Degas, French, 1834–1917. Group of Dancers (Groupe de danseuses), c. 1900. Oil pastel on paper, 22 3/4 x 16 1/8 in. (57.8 x 41 cm). BF121. Photo: © 2012 The Barnes Foundation

Courtesy of The Barnes Foundation:

Assembled by Dr. Albert C. Barnes between 1912 and 1951, the Barnes collection is renowned as one of the finest holdings of Post-Impressionist and early Modern paintings in the world. The collection also includes important examples of African sculpture, early twentieth-century American painting, Pennsylvania German decorative arts, Native American ceramics, old master paintings, as well as metalwork, jewelry, textiles, and antiquities.

Among its major holdings are: 181 works by Pierre-Auguste Renoir (the largest single group of the artist’s paintings); 69 works by Paul Cézanne; important paintings by Vincent Van Gogh and Georges Seurat; 59 works by Henri Matisse; 46 works by Pablo Picasso; 16 works by Amedeo Modigliani; 125 African sculptures, masks and tools.

Not To Be Missed: William Glackens
November 8, 2014–February 2, 2015

A Philadelphia native, Glackens (1870–1938) studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. There, and as an artist for the Philadelphia Press, he became friends with Robert Henri, George Luks, Everett Shinn, and John Sloan, the core of the group that later formed “The Eight” in reaction to the National Academy of Design’s hidebound exhibition policies. The group exhibited together only once, in 1908, creating the opening wedge in the struggle to democratize the process by which artists could show and sell their work. Read the rest here »

Nestled among lush greenery and just steps away from bustling Collins Avenue, 660 at The Angler’s offers a garden oasis in which to enjoy dinner and cocktails. The restaurant’s serene landscape is an ideal escape for couples seeking an intimate dining experience or a quaint retreat for friends gathering for a bite. The cuisine is led by Chef Matthew Medrano, and offers a 3 course Prix Fixe menu for $39. Every course is outstanding- particularly the crispy snapper. For a small extra charge- order the sliders, which come with truffle fries: the chips with home-made dip and the crab fritters.

660 at The Angler’s also features happy hour on weekdays and its popular Eat. Drink. Lounge. every Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. with a different, international theme every week. Enjoy cocktail and food specials along with live musical entertainment on par with the evening’s theme. The usual happy hour will still be in effect during these hours which include $6 tapas, cocktails and $4 beers. For more information visit www.theanglersresort.com or call 305.534.9600.