An Evening of Compassion, the inaugural signature fundraising event for the Hope For Animals Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting homeless, injured and endangered animals, will host its inaugural event on January 27. Join community leaders, partners, and animal advocates at Toku Modern Asian to raise critical funds and awareness for animal welfare—while also supporting families facing hardship who are struggling to care for their beloved pets.

Guests will enjoy an elevated cocktail-style experience featuring meaningful connections, raffles, and impactful storytelling centered on compassion, collaboration, and community impact.

For more information visit:

https://hopeforanimalsfoundation.betterworld.org/events/benefiting-Hope-for-Animals-Foundation

InterContinental Miami is turning up the volume in the 305 with the debut of ICON Live: A Monthly Music Series, inviting locals and visitors to soak in Miami’s rhythm under the stars. Beginning this month, every third Thursday from 7PM to 9PM, the hotel’s chic outdoor Picante Terrace transforms into a vibrant live‑music lounge overlooking the glittering Biscayne Bay.

Created as a tribute to Miami’s dynamic homegrown music scene, ICON Live brings together music lovers for an evening of high‑energy performances, handcrafted cocktails, and unbeatable waterfront vibes.

The series kicks off on Thursday, January 22, in partnership with KISS Country 99.9, featuring a special performance by Orlando Mendez, the Miami‑born Cuban country artist who stole hearts on NBC’s The Voice (Season 22). Expect Mendez to bring the heat—blending country soul with Miami spice for a night that promises pure fun and unforgettable energy.

The event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 6:30PM, and guests can enjoy exclusive giveaways from KISS Country 99.9. A cash bar will be available throughout the evening. Attendees must be 21+, and Eventbrite tickets with QR codes are required for entry.

Music lovers can also mark their calendars for upcoming ICON Live dates on February 19 and March 19, each offering its own unique experience.

InterContinental Miami is located at 100 Chopin Plaza, Downtown Miami. To reserve your spot, visit: www.icmiamihotel.com/IconLive

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25 Years. 4 Days. 500+ Culinary Stars. One Epic Weekend. February 19-22, 2026

MIAMI, FLA. (November 4, 2025) – The nation’s most iconic wine and food Festival, Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF®), is throwing its biggest party yet, and everyone’s invited. Tickets are now on sale for the star-studded 25th anniversary, taking place February 19–22, 2026, and featuring 500+ chefs, culinary icons, and GRAMMY award winning artists across four days of unforgettable events. Spanning from Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale to Homestead, the milestone celebration promises to be the most delicious and downright fun edition yet. Wines and spirits for the Festival are exclusively provided by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, the industry’s leading distributor, and proud co-producer of the event.

“Celebrating our 25th year is an incredible moment for the Festival, our partners and the entire South Florida community,” said Lee Brian Schrager, Festival Founder & Director and Chief Communications Officer & SVP of Corporate Social Responsibility for Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. “From its early days with just 7,000 attendees to becoming one of the nation’s largest food Festivals, SOBEWFF® has always been about connecting people to incredible food, drink, and culture, while supporting the next generation of hospitality leaders from FIU. This year’s lineup honors the chefs and talent who have helped shape our legacy, while introducing new events that capture the evolving energy of Miami’s dining scene.”

“For nearly two decades, Food Network has partnered with the South Beach Wine & Food Festival to bring a piece of our brand to life each winter, celebrating the chefs, creators, and culinary innovators who inspire our viewers every day,” said Lauren Burack Senior Vice President Marketing, Food Network. “As the Festival marks its 25th anniversary, we’re honored to continue showcasing the talent, creativity, and passion that have made this partnership so special since its inception in 2007.”

For 2026, SOBEWFF® is pulling out all the stops, with the kind of energy only Miami can deliver. Guests can expect the return of fan favorite signature events, alongside brand-new experiences, and a noteworthy music talent lineup.

Here are 25 reasons why SOBEWFF® 2026 will be a celebration to remember:

1. EAT. DRINK. EDUCATE.: To date, SOBEWFF® has raised $45+ million for the Florida International University’s Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management, and gives over 1,500 students the opportunity to gain real life, hands-on experience alongside the industry’s top chefs every year.Thursday, February 19
2. Diplo LIVE from South Beach, Celebrating 25 Years of SOBEWFF® hosted by David Grutman & Groot Hospitality (NEW): The 25th anniversary kicks off in the Grand Tasting Village Courtyard with a late-night set by Diplo, marking the first time the space has ever been activated at night.
3. Burger Bash® Turns 20: Rachael Ray will host the fan favorite Burger Bash presented by Schweid & Sons®, bringing together 25 restaurants who will make over 46,000 burgers in hopes of winning the title of the country’s best burger.
4. The Festival Heads North:The Festival will host two not-to-be-missed dinners in Fort Lauderdale. John Tesar and Danny Ganem at Daniel’s, and Alex Guarnaschelli with Anthony Vitolo at Vitolo.
5. Asian Night Market: Hosted by Jet Tila and Aarti Sequeira, Asian Night Market returns to the Loews Miami Beach for late-night, street-style bites.
6. Dinner at the Museum with Food Network Stars (NEW): Dinner hosted by Bryan Voltaggio, Michael Voltaggio, Brooke Williamson, Zac Young, and Peyton Leffingwell at Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science as part of The New York Times Dinner Series.
7. Foodgod Hosts Haute Potato (NEW): A playful, Instagram-worthy event blending creative renditions of potato dishes with entertainment, Haute Potato hosted by Foodgod is a new addition to The Hangar Event Series in Coconut Grove.
8. Let Them Eat Cake! A Sweet Celebration of 25 Years (NEW): Duff Goldman hosts the 25th anniversary celebration at the National Hotel, with a dessert-focused, walk-around party.
9. Guy Fieri’s Tournament of Champions LIVE: The high-energy culinary competition is back inspired by the hit Food Network show with a live, in-person showdown. 
10. Las Lap Link Up: A Celebration of Afro-Caribbean Cuisine (NEW): Kwame Onwuachi and Nina Compton highlight Afro-Caribbean cuisine at the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel for a night filled with fresh seafood, zesty sauces, smoky grills, sweet island fruits, and tropical drinks.
11. 135,000 square-feet of Culinary Playground: The Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village on Saturday, February 21 and Sunday, February 22, will feature culinary tastings and experiences, including LIVE cooking demonstrations from Food Network personalities, 1,200+ products for sampling, over 45 restaurants and more.
12. Tribute Dinner Honoring Miami’s Beloved Michelle Bernstein: For the first time, the Tribute Dinner will honor a South Florida chef and transformative Miami talent, Michelle Bernstein, who has participated in the Festival all 25 years. The evening will also honor renowned vintner Sacha Lichine, with Bobby Flay serving as Master of Ceremonies.
13. Masters of Fire Goes to the Beach: Hosted by Tyler Florence, Masters of Firedebuts as a signature event on the sand, with 25+ chefs cooking over open flames on Miami Beach.

14. Overtown Brunch with Marcus Samuelsson: The popular event is back at Red Rooster Overtown to spotlight some of the best talent and flavors the historic Black neighborhood has to offer. 
15. Drag Dance Party: Hosted by Athena Dion, Juicy Love Dion and Mia Starr at the Miami Beach Bandshell, this will be a high-energy celebration mixing music, food and feature a performance by a GRAMMY award winning artist. 
16. Eats & Beats with Mr. Eats 305 (NEW): A curated food and music block party at ZeyZey combining live beats and creative bites.
17. Tacos & Tequila: The fan-favorite event hosted by Aarón Sánchez is heading to the mainland as part of the Miami Design District Event Series.
18. A Late Night Pizza Party (NEW): Hosted by world-renowned supermodel Ashley Graham, Michael Pirolo, and Marc Vetri at Little River hotspot Bar Bucce.
19. Jon and Vinny’s Sunday Parm Night (NEW): A family-friendly Sunday night hosted by Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo at the Rubell Museum. 
20. Joe’s Stone Crab Lunch with Martha (NEW): Martha Stewart and Sacha Lichine will host an intimate lunch at Miami institution Joe’s Stone Crab.
21. Chew on This: A Live Podcast Series (NEW): Featuring Bert Kreischer, Chiquis Rivera, Medha Gandhi and Andrew Pugliese from Elvis Duran and the Morning Show, taking place at the Miami Beach Bandshell.

Sunday, February 22

22. Delilah Miami Jazz Brunch: Hosted by Brad Kilgore and Michael Teich, this event combines live jazz with brunch at the Brickell restaurant.
23. Family BBQ with the Zakarians (NEW): Hosted by The Zakarian Family, Family BBQ featuring Apocalypse BBQ will be a relaxed afternoon celebrating the art of BBQ and family-style dinner at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel. 
24. Coffee Culture: A Miami Brunch Experience (NEW): A new event part of the Miami Design District Event Series featuring the best coffee and matcha spots in Miami hosted by David Burtka and Neil Patrick Harris. 
25. 25 Years of Legendary Bites (NEW): Closing out the weekend, this event will be hosted by Andrew Zimmernwith a live performance by DJ CASSIDY at the Festival’s North Venue on the beach.

The 2026 Festival lineup continues to grow, with additional events and talent to be announced in the coming weeks. Tickets for the Festival are On Sale NOW, with plenty of options to suit your taste and budget at sobewff.org. Stay up to date all year long by following @SOBEWFF on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.  

Last Tuesday, Miami scored big when Buchanan’s Whisky rolled into town with its celebrated Buchamión—a 27-foot truck transformed into a traveling fiesta—to toast fútbol, flavor, and plenty of flair.

As the official North American whisky supporter of the FIFA World Cup 26™, Buchanan’s is taking this vibrant experience on a national tour, inspired by Latin America’s lively pregoneros. The Miami stop? Nothing short of unforgettable.

Hundreds of fans gathered to sip on signature Buchanita cocktails, collect exclusive merch, and move to the beats of DJ Dímelo Flow, who kept the dance floor alive with irresistible Latin mixes. The energy soared during the official dance contest, where guests competed for a chance to win FIFA World Cup™ match tickets. And the cheers reached a crescendo as fans celebrated Colombia’s hard-fought victory over Venezuela—with whisky glasses raised high.

Special guest Isabella Echeverri added to the excitement, sealing Miami’s reputation as a fútbol and nightlife capital, and giving us a dazzling preview of the road to 2026.

From fútbol to flow, Miami delivered rhythm, style, and celebration—and the countdown to the World Cup just became that much more thrilling.

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One of Miami’s most anticipated foodie fundraisers is back. On Thursday, November 6, 2025, March of Dimes will host its annual Signature Chefs Feeding Motherhood event at Briza on the Bay, bringing together top chefs, community leaders, and advocates for a night that tastes as good as it feels.

At the helm this year is Joanne Ruggiero, CEO of Jackson Memorial Medical Center, who is leading the campaign with her trademark passion for maternal and infant health. The evening also celebrates Dr. Rodrigo Ruano, Chief of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at the University of Miami and Director of the UHealth Jackson Fetal Care Center. Dr. Ruano will receive the 2nd Annual Mission Impact Award for pioneering in-utero procedures, including Florida’s first fetal brain embolization and groundbreaking advances in spina bifida repair surgery—work that has saved lives and transformed outcomes for high-risk pregnancies.

Of course, no Miami soirée is complete without incredible food and drink. Guests will savor signature bites from local favorites like Arcano, Chris Valdes Catering, Bulla Gastrobar, Chef Adrianne’s Vineyard and Bar, Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop, Pisco y Nazca, Quinto, Toro Toro at InterContinental Miami, and more. Adding to the culinary magic, Sunshine Steaks & Provisions joins as the Signature Culinary Partner, while Bacardi returns as the Signature Cocktail Partner to keep spirits flowing.

Expect more than just good taste—the evening features an inspiring program, a high-energy live auction, and the chance to support Fund the Mission, directly fueling March of Dimes’ critical work in research, advocacy, education, and family support.

For tickets, sponsorships, or partnership opportunities, visit signaturechefs.org/event/miami or contact Sara Bloom at sbloom@marchofdimes.org or (786) 475-9339.

On Thursday, July 10, the future of luxury air travel in Miami took off in style as PS (formerly known as The Private Suite) broke ground on its highly anticipated new terminal at Miami International Airport (MIA). In true Miami fashion, the celebration was a chic, open house-style event with remarks from Amina Porter, CEO of PS; Ralph Cutié, Director & CEO of MIA; and Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, among other civic leaders and partners.

PS MIA, slated to open in Spring 2026, marks a milestone as the first private terminal for commercial passengers at MIA, offering travelers an elevated, crowd-free alternative to the traditional airport experience—complete with TSA and customs clearance onsite. The new terminal is not just an expansion of PS’ signature luxury—it’s a restoration project, transforming the former Pan American Airways headquarters into a serene and opulent pre- and post-flight haven.

The forthcoming PS terminal is housed in a Miami-Dade County Historical Site, designated in 2014. The building—an icon of mid-century brutalist architecture—was once the beating heart of Pan Am’s global empire. Now, under the discerning eye of renowned interior designer Cliff Fong and the historic restoration team at RJ Heisenbottle Architects, the space is undergoing a thoughtful transformation.

Guests at the groundbreaking were treated to a first-look walkthrough of the design plans, which aim to honor the structure’s gold-paneling, reflecting pools, and original Pan Am logos. The refreshed space will artfully blend natural textures with rich tropical hues, capturing the essence of Miami’s vibrant energy with the refinement of PS’ signature ambiance.

Once open, PS MIA will provide guests with a truly private and peaceful airport experience—no lines, no crowds, no stress. Designed for those who value privacy and comfort as much as convenience, the terminal will feature:

• Five Private Suites with dedicated security, customs, and TSA clearance
• Two Salons with full-service dining and curated lounge experiences
• An Outdoor Courtyard designed for a moment of calm under the Miami sun
• A Day Spa offering massages and beauty treatments
• Personalized service from PS Hosts who handle everything from check-in to tarmac transportation

Guests will arrive at PS via a private entrance and are seamlessly whisked from lounge to aircraft via BMW 7 Series sedans, bypassing the main terminal entirely.

The groundbreaking in Miami is part of PS’ growing footprint, which began at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and recently expanded to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)—with Paris marking its first international location at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).

At PS LAX, Hollywood A-listers, business moguls, and luxury travelers regularly opt for the white-glove service that includes private suites with ensuite bathrooms, curated meals by renowned chefs, and full bar service—all steps away from their flight.

In Atlanta, the design reflects southern hospitality infused with PS’ elevated sensibility—think: handwoven textiles, custom lighting, and gourmet comfort food.

And in Paris, PS has partnered with Air France La Première to deliver a seamless, ultra-private terminal experience on European soil, offering their signature blend of discretion, design, and hospitality with a Parisian flair. Guests can expect full TSA and customs coordination, private suite service, and direct tarmac transport to their aircraft—just with a French twist.

Each location is uniquely tailored to its city’s character, yet maintains PS’ gold standard of travel luxury. With Miami joining the club in 2026, PS is solidifying itself as the definitive name in pre-flight indulgence for the modern jetsetter.

“Miami is a city that knows how to do things with style—and we are proud to bring a travel experience that matches that energy,” said PS CEO Amina Porter. “Restoring the iconic Pan Am building to usher in a new era of luxury and ease is a full-circle moment, and we can’t wait to welcome travelers to PS MIA.” “MIA is one of the most vibrant and dynamic airports in the world, and the addition of PS signals our commitment to meeting the needs of every type of traveler,” added Ralph Cutié, CEO of Miami International Airport.

Mayor Daniella Levine Cava echoed the sentiment, calling PS MIA “an exciting moment for Miami-Dade County’s continued leadership in travel, design, and hospitality.”

As travelers increasingly seek more personalized, elevated travel experiences, PS’ expansion comes at a perfect time—and in perfect Miami style. When it opens its doors in 2026, PS MIA will stand not just as a private terminal, but a love letter to the golden age of air travel—with all the comforts of modern luxury.

For more information or to become a member of PS, visit www.reservePS.com.