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Tuesday, December 25, 2012

• Mega NYE 2013: Ring in the New Year Aboard the Mega Yacht Venue SeaFair 12/31/12

  December 31, 2012, 9pm-1am Aboard SeaFair, docked at Bayfront Park 100 Chopin Plaza Miami, FL This year SeaFair will join in the celebration, hosting the ultimate New’s Years Eve Party aboard the 228’, 5-story high, luxury mega yacht.

• Conrad Miami: Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Celebrations 12/24/12 – 12/25/12

FULL CALENDAR

• Photographs by Bob Quesada from wine tasting at XIXON on 12/19/12
• Art Basel, another successful year for the art world by Betty Alvarez
• Photographs by John Christi of Philanthrofest 2012 Launch Party at CCEMiami on 11/29/12
• Photographs of Scope, Art Asia and Arts for A Better World in Midtown Miami on 12/8/12
• Photographs of Miami Science Museum Big Bang Kickoff Party on 12/6/12

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• Annette Recommends Seasons 52 We got a tasting from the new Summer Menu at Season 52 in Coral Gables.  Started off with a BBQ Chicken Flatbread and Artichoke & Goat Cheese Flatbread.  They were both so yummy but the Artichoke & Goat Cheese one was my favorite...so good which was paired with Aveleda Vinha…

• Art Basel, another successful year for the art world by Betty Alvarez The 2012 edition of Art Basel in Miami Beach officially on December 9. Praised by critics, exhibitors and visitors as Art Basel's most serious presentation in Miami Beach to date, its galleries across the board reported consistent sales throughout the week. The show, whose main sponsor is UBS, again attracted…
• Art Asia, Scope, Overture and many more under one roof By Betty Alvarez As I walked in to the complex, I wanted to see Art Asia specifically because Asian art always amazes me. To my surprise the same complex housed Scope, Overture, Art Asia and other projects that escape my mind at the present. The entrance was free if you had a VIP…
• Art Spot Intrepid Gallery showcased many talents with a performance at Red Dot Fair by Betty Alvarez On Tuesday, December 4th, Red Dot Art Fair had a VIP Opening Reception benefiting the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force to inaugurate another edition of a highly successful satellite art fair which took place concurrently with Art Basel Miami Beach: Red Dot Art Fair. (December 5-9, 2012) With more…

• Photographs by Anthony Jordon of International Contemporary Jewelry Fair on the Seafair on 12/6/12 Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon from International Contemporary Jewelry Fair on the Seafair on Thursday, December 6, 2012. This creative concept was developed by International Fine Art Expositions (IFAE) - a leader in organizing leading prestigious art fairs throughout the world. IFAE has pioneered more international fine art fairs than any…
• Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Foreverglades at the Freedom Tower on 12/6/12 Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon from Foreverglades at the Freedom Tower on Thursday, December 6, 2012. Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his flickr page or his facebook page.
• Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Pulse Art Fair Miami in Midtown on 12/6/12 Photograph by Anthony Jordon from Pulse Miami in Midtown on Thursday, December 6, 2012. Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his flickr page or his facebook page.

• Alejandro Ortiz / Acme Bakery Coffee Combining a Rockwellian aesthetic and a “Leave it to Beaver” charm and sensibility, Acme Bakery & Coffee’s “farmstead Americana” essence hearkens back to a wholesome era with an irresistible homey charm that is at once inviting and comfortable. Acme Bakery & Coffee is an artisanal bakery and café…
• Andrew Carmellini / The Dutch Andrew Carmellini is a two-time James Beard Award winner from New York City with a string of roaring hit restaurants including Locanda Verde inside Robert DeNiro’s Greenwich Hotel. You might even remember his Grandpa Carmellini if you were hanging out at Miami Beach’s Surf Club in the 40′s…
• The Grinder 02 / Lee Schrager The Grinder originally started as a written Q&A with folks who were involved with Burgers. This new version is produced by Chat Chow TV and is part interview, part roast and 100% fun. All guests do not know what exactly they are going be asked or be put…

• Graffiti Artist Futura Visits South Florida Last Friday, Graffiti Artist Futura visited the North Miami Total Wine store. Futura started creating his graffiti art in the New York City subways of the 1970's. His popularity grew to the point where he was touring with Punk Rockers The Clash, performing live graffiti backdrops as the band played.…
• Appleton Estate Bartender Challenge 2012 Last night I went to the Appleton Estate Bartender Challenge at The Blackbird Ordinary in Miami. Five bartenders had to create two drinks each and do so based on the inspiration of a particular song. I've already written a detailed and more personal account of the evening on my blog, but I wanted to do a…
• Cirque du Soleil Dralion New Year's Eve 2010 I went to see Cirque du Soleil's Kooza in downtown Miami. A few days later I was trolling around on Twitter and met my friend Ofelia over some of her photos of the event. We have other things in common, but our love of Cirque du…

• Arthritis Foundation Held Annual Walk At Amelia Earhart Park (Miami, Florida) – The Arthritis Foundation held their annual Miami-Dade Arthritis Walk at the Amelia Earhart Park in early November.  Hundreds gathered onsite to begin the customary walk that helps raise awareness to improve the lives of those suffering from arthritis or related diseases.  Monies raised at the event are…
• Gulliver Celebrates Inductees Into Athletic Hall Of Fame (Miami, Florida) – Gulliver Preparatory celebrated the induction of the Class of 2012 into their Athletic Hall of Fame during the month of October.  Led by the Athletic Department and the Alumni Association, The Athletic Hall of Fame was established in 2010 to recognize and honor coaches, administrators and student…
• 2nd Annual 5K Freedom Run & PARK Festival (Miami, Florida) – The 2nd annual 5K Freedom Run & PARK Festival took place on September 8th at the JC Bermudez Park in Doral. This project is the brainchild of community leader, philanthropist and entrepreneur, Marlene Quincoces, also known throughout the community as MarlyQ. The 5K Freedom Run & PARK…

• Photographs by Bob Quesada from wine tasting at XIXON on 12/19/12 You put together about thirty four of the best Spanish wines, serve them in the best Spanish restaurant, bring in aged Manchego cheese, add Jamón Ibérico-“A gastronomic Jewel” (more on that in a minute),  get the Web City Girls to promote it …and you end up with: “Navidad a la…
• Photographs by Bob Quesada from the Inaugural Opening Reception for New Art Fusion Location Salute To Art Basel Miami 2012 Exhibition on 12/8/12 The hundreds of people who attended the reception were treated to an incredible variety of works by more than thirty artists from all corners of the globe. From sculpture to painting to photography and mixed media, there was something for everyone. Art Fusion Galleries, which boasts over 8,000 Sq. feet…
• Photographs by Bob Quesada of the “Cartas” multi-artist exhibition at Studio 1156 on 12/1/12. This is from the gallery’s press release: Studio 1156 was born out of the need of five people wanting to experience the world of painting. Twelve years ago five people individually came to Jaime Ferrer asking for advice on different art projects they had in mind. They wanted to learn…