Chris Stamp and Nobu Matsuhisa Bring Iconic 'Sushi Club' Collaboration With McLaren To Miami

‘Sushi Club’, the iconic limited-edition, premium menswear collaboration between LA-based designer Chris Stamp and legendary sushi chef Nobu Matsuhisa which has grown a cult celebrity following, is set to make its South Beach debut in time for Miami Race Week with the limited-edition launch of their first ‘Miami Sushi Club’ capsule collection in collaboration with McLaren. This limited-edition capsule will launch on Saturday, May 6th at 11 AM Eastern Time on sushi-club.com and in-store at the La Brea flagship store in Los Angeles at 11 AM Pacific Time.

The limited-edition first Miami Sushi Club capsule includes a pieces, including a Sushi Club x McLaren Hat, T-Shirt and Varsity Jacket.

Since its inception in Beverly Hills, CA 2021 Chris Stamp and Nobu Matsuhisa have embarked on a journey to create a community celebrating the elegant simplicity of quality food and art. Bonded through their mutual love for sushi, the arts, travel and fashion, the duo look to create an inclusive world catered towards like-minded individuals who wish to further immerse themselves in the lifestyle of culinary art.

Coined ‘Beverly Hills Sushi Club’, the first capsule collection collaboration between Stamp and Matsuhisa launched with signature sushi club chopsticks logo on the Beverly Hills Sushi Club 'perfect' fit and ‘relaxed’ T-Shirts, a Stampd Matsuhisa Sport Cap and a Beverlys Hills Sushi Club Trucker Hat, all of which were produced in limited quantities. The collection now features an expanded selection of limited-edition shirts, jackets, hats and accessories if you can even get your hands on them as they tend to sell out fast.

Following Beverly Hills Sushi Club, Stamp and Matsuhisa followed-up with the launch of Aspen Sushi Club, transporting the ‘Sushi Club’ lifestyle to Aspen’s outdoor-centric culture where Matsuhisa also operates a restaurant. The Aspen Sushi Club product mix features Sushi Club’s core essentials with the updated Aspen Sushi Club logo and were available at a pop-up at the Matsuhisa Aspen location on launch day. ‘Sushi Club’ is also set to launch in St. Tropez in June 2023.

In 1987, the ambitious sushi chef Nobu Matsuhisa opened his first restaurant in Beverly Hills, bringing his inspired blend of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine to the public. When Matsuhisa’s doors first opened, a silhouette of Nobu was painted behind the sushi bar. The smoky grey profile of a 38 year old Nobu is still there 30 years later, and has become the logo to his ever expanding legacy.

Although his flagship still retains the low key décor from day one, it is distinguished by its skilled staff and an enormous menu packed with peerless dishes. Matsuhisa not only represents dining at its finest, it is the foundation of a culinary empire that is still growing today.

Stampd combines luxury fashion craftsmanship, details of premium technical apparel and the modern attitude of contemporary streetwear. Stampd was established in 2011, being born from a passion project of founder Chris Stamp’s final 6 months in business school. Stampd’s garments celebrate both urban and outdoor active lifestyles, prioritizing authentic narratives that pay homage to the inspiration and nostalgia behind favorite pastimes ranging from city to the beach. By 2015, Chris Stamp was awarded the title of one of GQ’s Best New Menswear Designers in America and soon after was a finalist of the prestigious Vogue/CFDA Fashion Fund in 2016. That same year, Stampd partnered with New York-based Snarkitecture firm, to open the first Stampd flagship store in Los Angeles at 130 S. La Brea Avenue. Since then, Stampd has collaborated with many globally influential artists and brands, including Puma, IKEA, Daniel Arsham, Futura and most recently, Nobu Matsuhisa.

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Merrimac Ventures and BH3 Management Join Forces For New Development on Watson Island

BH3 Management and Merrimac Ventures, two of South Florida’s leading development firms, have teamed up to execute the City of Miami’s long-held vision of a thriving destination on Watson Island. The joint venture will draw upon their deep local roots and collective expertise to bring to life 10.7 acres of land on the island, which is one of the most vital properties in South Florida, situated along Biscayne Bay midway between Downtown Miami and Miami Beach.

The BH3 Management and Merrimac Ventures JV acquired the lease from Mehmet Bayraktar’s Flagstone Property Group who first acquired the rights to develop the land via Miami voters in a city-owned land referendum in 2001. Flagstone Property Group was able to complete the Island Gardens Mega-Yacht Marina but failed to complete the proposed mixed-use development which is set to include hotels and retail. The lease then went through a series of dramas including the City Commission voting to end the lease with Flagstone Property Group who used the city and ultimately the city entered an agreement to pay the developer $20 million.

The transaction between the BH3 Management and Merrimac Ventures JV with Flagstone Property Group was brokered by Alex Zylberglait on behalf of Marcus & Millichap and does not include the Island Gardens Mega-Yacht Marina. The Joint Venture now holds the 75-year lease paying $2 million in annual rent to the City of Miami.

Initial site work at the property, including utility and infrastructure improvements, will soon get underway following the transfer of an existing City of Miami lease to BH3 Management and Merrimac Ventures. In the coming months, the development team will be evaluating how this portion of Watson Island can be designed, curated and programmed to deliver public benefits while aligning with today’s market.

Benefiting from a long track record of bringing signature developments to life, the joint venture has deep experience undertaking transformative projects and creating regional destinations. BH3 Management, led by principals Daniel Lebensohn and Gregory Freedman, has developed more than 4 million square feet of commercial real estate including Privé at Island Estates in Aventura, and has deployed in excess of $2 billion of capital since its inception.

“Watson Island is one of the City of Miami’s most important and well-situated properties, yet it’s also one of its most underutilized assets,” said Greg Freedman, Principal at BH3 Management. “For two decades, Miami residents have been anticipating the creation of a mixed-use development at this site, and now that vision will come together. Our plans for Watson Island will deliver an amenity for nearby residents, as well as a destination for visitors from across South Florida and around the world.”

Merrimac Ventures, led by brothers Nitin and Dev Motwani, is currently developing assets valued above $3 billion and its principals have led some of the largest real estate developments in South Florida, including the $4 billion, 27-acre Miami Worldcenter in Downtown Miami; the Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale Hotel and Residences; Paramount-branded condominiums in Miami and Fort Lauderdale; and the Las Olas Riverfront.

“The development of Watson Island is an opportunity to rethink the way people can access this beautiful site, which offers unobstructed vantage points featuring the Downtown Miami skyline, Biscayne Bay, Museum Park, and the cruise ships at PortMiami,” said Nitin Motwani, Principal at Merrimac Ventures. “Miami is synonymous with the water, and yet there are surprisingly few places where residents and visitors can access the waterfront. Our plans for Watson Island will be centered around public space and the site’s bayfront setting, offering some of the best views in all of Miami.”

Miami voters initially approved plans for the privately-funded development of City-owned land on Watson Island back in 2001, and the lease on the property was most recently modified in 2019. A site plan is already approved, combining hotel, retail, and residential uses alongside new public space and a waterfront promenade. While the plan will be modernized, BH3 Management and Merrimac Ventures intend to develop within the same footprint and density allowances that voters previously approved, ushering in investments in quality-of-life, resiliency, and infrastructure improvements – without putting a burden on taxpayers.

Nation's Largest Women's Shelter 'Lotus House' Breaks Ground On Children's Village In Miami's Overtown Neighborhood With $1 Million Gift From Gisele Bündchen

Lotus House, the nation’s largest women’s shelter, has broken ground on their new Children’s Village that will advance the nonprofit’s mission of ending, and preventing, homelessness. Centered on the educational, wellness, and special needs of children and youth, the five-story facility will expand Lotus House’s reach into the surrounding community, complementing the organization’s 500-bed shelter, Lotus Village, located directly across the street. Features of the new building will include a preschool for children ages three to five, afterschool and summer programs, child and family therapeutic services, access to healthcare and social services, a playground, and a vast array of community resources and programming.

Development of the Children’s Village kicked-off during a groundbreaking ceremony on April 25th at the project site, located at 219 NW 14th Terrace in Miami’s historic Overtown District. Hundreds of neighbors and community stakeholders attended, including Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, City of Miami Commission Chair Christine King, City of Miami Commissioner Manolo Reyes, and The Children's Trust of Miami-Dade County President & CEO James Haj.

During the event, Gisele Bündchen, a passionate philanthropist and dedicated advocate for women and children in need, announced $1 million in support for a new playground for the preschool at the Children’s Village, along with educational programming to take place within the facility upon opening.

“Lotus Village was built on the premise that a shelter centered on the acute needs of women and children, complete with trauma informed, evidence-based therapies and holistic programming, could end homelessness. We know this model works, and we know that what makes this model so successful is the generosity of our community, stepping forward time and again to make all that we do possible,” said Lotus House founder Constance Collins. “In the Children’s Village, we are calling on our ‘village’ again, to help our sheltered children and the children of our beloved Overtown community blossom into who they are meant to be. Together, we will take another step forward to end cycles of poverty and homelessness by empowering children and families with enriched educational and therapeutic supports, exciting and diverse programming for kids, and greater access to health and social services. We have launched a $25 Million capital campaign and need everyone’s help, because it takes a village – the Children’s Village.”

Building a solid community for children is so important, especially for those who are vulnerable and in need. Like everything in life, it takes a seed of an idea for something to grow, and I am honored to help Lotus House grow its impact with the creation of the Children’s Village,” said Gisele Bündchen. “Funding the playground for the Children’s Village is important to me because the benefits of play include physical fitness, social interactions, cognitive development, self-confidence, and overall well-being. All these elements build a strong foundation for growth.”

Last month, Lotus Endowment Fund, Inc., the sponsor of the Children’s Village, and its nonprofit subsidiary, Lotus Village II, LLC, closed on $32 million in New Market Tax Credit Financing that will enable the ground-up development of The Children’s Village. Financing for the project was arranged by The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation, US Bancorp Community Development Corporation, Florida Community Loan Fund, and Enterprise Community Investment, Inc. Construction is expected to last between 15 and 18 months with an aim to open in time for the school year in the fall of 2024.

Since opening its doors with 34 shelter beds in 2006, Lotus House has grown to serve more than 10,000 women, children, and youth. In 2018, the organization debuted the state-of-the-art Lotus Village, which has set national standards for shelter design, operation, and programming. Today, more than 80 percent of the shelter’s guests successfully exit the shelter system following their time at Lotus Village, far exceeding the national average of between 60 and 65 percent.

The Children’s Village will serve as a community hub for nonprofit providers equipped to support children sheltered at Lotus Village along with those from the surrounding community. Partners will include the Overtown Children and Youth Coalition, Legal Services of Greater Miami, Overtown Optimist Club, Urgent Inc., Miami Mindful Kids, Alliance for LGBTQ Youth, Nana’s Restart, Girl Power Rocks, Easterseals, and Lotus Children’s Services, in addition to a coalition of health and wellness providers.

“Lotus House has proven that a holistic support model which brings together various organizations centered around a common goal can end a family’s homelessness and restore the lives and dignity of women, youth and children,” says James Haj, President & CEO of The Children's Trust of Miami-Dade County. “As a funder, we greatly value community collaboration, and the innovative collective impact model in the Children’s Village will broaden the benefits to families by promoting wellness, building confidence among our youth, and ensuring every child has the support they need to live a healthy and fulfilling life.”

The Children’s Village will be made possible by the support of Lotus Endowment Fund, Inc, a non-profit foundation that supports Lotus House and its initiatives. The development will benefit from the continued in-kind support of many volunteers, including general contractor Civic Construction; Behar-Font & Partners architects; engineers M2E Consulting, Inc.; civil engineers Avino & Associates; Savino & Miller Design Studio; Permit Me expediters; and law firm Bilzin Sumberg, where a team of attorneys including John Sumberg, Sara Barli Herald, and Javier Aviñó are spearheading all facets of land use, zoning and permitting, and tax credit financing.

Ugo Colombo's CMC Group Breaks Ground On Ultra-Luxury 'Vita at Grove Isle' in Coconut Grove

One of Miami’s most renowned luxury developers, Ugo Colombo of CMC Group, has broken ground on Vita at Grove Isle, set to be his most sophisticated residential development to date. The ultra-luxe boutique condominium is located on the exclusive Grove Isle, a 20-acre gated private island situated just offshore of the city’s trending Coconut Grove neighborhood. The seven-story development, which is being built on the island’s last remaining waterfront parcel, will feature 65 impeccably designed residences showcasing unobstructed panoramic bay views, exquisite detailing, and the highest quality materials and craftsmanship. Construction of the project is now underway, with an estimated delivery timeframe of 24 to 28 months.

Housing costs in Coconut Grove are surging as the neighborhood becomes the landing spot of choice for new-to-market residents, with prices rising as sales volume diminishes due to a lack of inventory. According to a One Sotheby’s February 2023 Report, average home prices in Coconut Grove were up 32% year over year.

More than 40% of Vita at Grove Isle’s residences have already been pre-sold, with the majority of its buyers hailing from the U.S. Residences will include three-, four-, and four plus den-bedroom units between 2,500 and 6,500 square feet. A collection of twelve exclusive penthouse residences will range from 3,400 to 6,600 square feet each with a private rooftop terrace featuring its own full-size swimming pool, full bathroom, and summer kitchen. Residences start at $5.5 million, with penthouses priced from $12 million.

Every detail of Vita at Grove Isle – from residence floor plan flow and smart home functionality to the selection of fine marbles imported from Italian quarries – has been personally overseen by Ugo Colombo, a native of Milan who possesses an unmatched perspective on timeless luxury and unparalleled quality.

“While the Grove has been a stronghold for single-family-homes, Vita will usher in a new era of high-end condo homes that resemble nearby estates with expansive square footage, refined style and a superior location,” said Ugo Colombo, Founder of CMC Group. “In addition, the project will revitalize Grove Isle to its heyday of being a stronghold for those who want privacy and waterfront elegance while maintaining access to Miami’s nearby city centers.”

Ugo Colombo’s commitment to timeless style, breathtaking luxury and meticulous detail has been a constant in the sea of change that has come to define Miami real estate over the past three decades. In 1993, the Italian developer’s CMC Group began building Bristol Tower, the condo that ignited the luxury residential boom in Miami. Bristol Tower’s success was followed by the launch of Santa Maria in 1996, the 52-story tower whose ‘mansions in the sky’ reshaped the Brickell skyline and put the district on the map as one of the world’s top-tier luxury markets. Since then, the firm has focused on developing only a handful of condominium developments – Porto Vita, Grovenor House, EPIC Hotel & Residences and Brickell Flatiron – all of which have retained their value and compete with pricing of new product on the market today. Onda, located on Miami’s Bay Harbor Islands, recently topped off and is anticipated to be completed later this year.

For the design of Vita at Grove Isle, Ugo Colombo has partnered with global architecture and design firm CallisonRTKL, local architectural firm S & E Architects, and Italian designers Carlo and Paolo Colombo of A++ Architecture to create one-of-a-kind interior and amenity spaces. Composed to showcase a single architectural structure, the three buildings – Mare, Luce, and Sole – will offer a boutique living experience enveloped by lush, native landscaping. The building’s design mirrors its unique Grove Isle location, inspired by the natural contours of the island in its elegant, curved shape while maximizing views of the sparkling Biscayne Bay.

The waterfront sanctuary will feature an extensive and thoughtfully curated collection of indoor and outdoor amenities, including a private residents-only bayfront pool, poolside bar and lounge, a state-of-the-art fitness center, spa and children’s playground. Vita residents will also receive a house membership to the “Vita at Grove Isle Club,” which offers a Club pool and adjacent bar, and additional amenities including lighted tennis, padel ball and pickleball courts. Residents will also be able to enjoy a gourmet restaurant and bar serving lunch, dinner, and cocktails, which will be open to the public, as well as access to the island’s private marina.

The level of planning that has gone into Vita at Grove Isle’s location and amenities is matched only by the detail paid to its design. Every residence will include private elevators with a private foyer; contemporary Italian-designed open concept kitchens with concealed top-of-the-line appliances; elegant bathrooms with custom Italian cabinetry, European designer fixtures, hand-selected book matched marble, and masterfully crafted Italian stonework; at least 10-foot-high ceilings; pre-installed smart home technology including lighting, climate control and water/air filtration systems; high-performance interior wall soundproofing for ultimate relaxation and privacy; and large 13-foot-deep waterfront terraces – and up to 6,000 square feet of private rooftop space in penthouses – allowing for year-round outdoor dining, lounging and entertaining.

Additional resident perks include individually enclosed private car garages designed with provisions for EV charging in addition to 24/7 valet service, convenient bicycle storage, and the utmost advanced technology and WiFi capabilities equipped throughout the building.

Residents will also benefit from Vita at Grove Isle’s personal concierge which will be on-hand to assist with an array of arrangements and services, including dining and entertainment reservations to local attractions, in addition to the Grove Isle restaurant, home provisioning, housekeeping, child and pet care, personal shopping, private events, private drivers and transportation, car detailing, mail collection and forwarding, package deliveries, and more.

Furthermore, Vita at Grove Isle’s digital concierge ‘Vita Linc’ app will grant residents the ability to register guests and provide them with electronic keys, contact property management, privately message residents, check on pending/delivered packages, access appliance manuals and condo docs, and request vehicles from valet.

Grove Isle is one of the most exclusive residential locations in Miami. Spanning 20-acres, the gated private island in Coconut Grove is just minutes away from mainland Miami via the scenic Grove Isle Drive bridge. The secluded community is highly prized by residents as a peaceful haven with panoramic bay views. The island is in close proximity to Miami’s best shopping, most elite schools, chef-driven restaurants, and entertainment destinations in areas such as Brickell, Miami Beach, and Coral Gables and has been described as one of the most affluent neighborhoods in the United States.

Fabel Set To Kick Off Miami Race Week With Scuderia AlphaTauri Rooftop Dinner Party

Fabel Miami and Scuderia AlphaTauri are set to kick off Miami Race Week with an unforgettable evening of luxury, style and speed with an exclusive dinner party at the Wynwood rooftop hotspot. On May 4th, Fabel Miami will host an evening of entertainment, multi sensory delights, culinary indulgences and excitement. The Fabel Miami and Scuderia AlphaTauri partnership follows month’s of negotiations. One of the most provocative F1 teams on the circuit, Scuderia AlphaTauri is Red Bull's sister Formula One (F1) race team and a premium race-inspired lifestyle brand. 

The May 4th dinner party will feature a sumptuous multi-course meal featuring the finest ingredients, expertly prepared by our world-class chefs all while tableside next to the actual Scuderia AlphaTauri race car which is being lowered onto Fabel rooftop for Race Week. During the evening's performances and festivities, led by a yet-to-be-announced MC, guests will experience a ‘meet and greet’ with the Scuderia AlphaTauri F1 drivers, Nyck de Vries and Yuki Tsunoda, as well as the engineering and principal team who will share their insights and experiences of life in the fast lane.

40 team members from the AlphaTauri team will be present for the private dinner party, which you can join by making a pre-paid reservation on OpenTable at the link below. Dinner packages start at $500 per person and are accompanied by a “Prix” Fixe Menu. Seating is limited and selling-out fast so lock in your tickets today to guarantee your spot.

To enhance the experience, Fabel Miami is offering several VIP Table Packages. The Slipstream VIP Package starts at $10,000 for up to 12 guests and features a word class culinary experience, a meet and greet with the Suderia AlphaTauri Formula 1 team, a Dom Perignon upon arrival, a table mixologist for the first round of drinks and two bottles of Volcan De Mi Tierra Cristalino Anejo.

The Paddock VIP package for 18 guests starts at $15,000 and includes three bottles of Dom Perignon upon arrival with bottle engraving on site with Scuderia AlphaTauri x Fabel, two bottles of Volcan De Mi Tierra X.A Reposado Tequila, a tableside mixologist all night, a meet and greet with Scuderia AlphaTauri drivers and a Private Cabana next to 2023 Scuderia AlphaTauri car.

A Fabel VIP Package starting at $25,000 for 24 guests and a Scuderia VIP Package starting at $50,000 for up to 36 guests offer an even more enhanced experience including wine pairings, customized memorabilia, caviar service and private photo opportunities with the AlphaTauri car and team.

Fabel Miami is an open-air rooftop restaurant and lounge by restauranteur Matthew Rosenberg and his award-winning architecture firm, M-Rad. Fabel Miami opened in January of this year at Wynwood Jungle, the experiential dining and retail destination transformed by Black Lion Investment Group’s Robert Rivani. The immersive restaurant quickly became a Miami hotspot, redefining the hospitality industry and providing guests with a place to create their own enchanted fairytale.

PROFILE Exclusive: HeliFlite Changing Luxury Regional Travel In South Florida Making Helicopter Travel Seamless As Traffic Rises

PROFILEmiami recently had the exclusive opportunity to fly South Florida’s premier helicopter charter service, HeliFlite, to travel in ultimate style from Miami’s Reserve Padel at Watson Island to Palm Beach in just 30 minutes while taking in the breathtaking sights of the South Florida coastline. Helicopter travel is quickly becoming a must-have luxury in South Florida and developers have been including rooftop helipads as an amenity at ultra-luxury towers such as One Thousand Museum and the upcoming E11EVEN Residences Beyond and Major Food Group’s The Villa. Whether you’re jetting in on a private plane to Opa Locka, cruising in on your super yacht to Miami’s Watson Island, or coming from afar, HeliFlite provides the next best extension for South Florida helicopter connectivity.

The flight highlighted the unrivaled travel experience provided by HeliFlite giving the freedom and flexibility to get where you need to be, when you need to be, without dealing with the hassles of traffic throughout South Florida. The ground staff and pilots provided a seamless welcome to the well-appointed Sikorsky S-76 C+ with seating for 6 including snacks and beverages. On the crystal clear day in South Florida the pilots were able to fly

HeliFlite also had an opportunity to shine at last year’s FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX 2022 providing aerial pre-race footage of the track that helped SkySports open their global broadcast. HeliFlite also helped transport the SkySports commentators and analyst, Danica Patrick, to the race from their local accommodations.

HeliFlite has been the elite private helicopter service of choice, serving the Northeast, South Florida and destinations along the eastern seaboard for over 25 years with 55,000 safe flying hours. Heliflite’s use of two engines and two pilots make them the industry leaders in safety protocols and are suitable for up to six guests.

Offering services in South Florida and New York, HeliFlite operates within a 250-mile radius of each base. Flights can be arranged with direct access to Palm Beach, Miami Beach and Downtown Miami, and in New York via Teterboro with access to a number of regional cities and areas like the Hamptons or Hudson Valley.

Want to give HeliFlite a try? Click here to learn more about exclusive PROFILEmiami follower access to HeliFlite’s Introductory Program: guaranteed 5 hours of flying time for use within one year without commitment. Be sure to mention PROFILEmiami when booking your first flight.

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The Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix 2023 Set To Return To The Miami International Autodrome This Weekend

With just days to go before the start of the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX 2023 organizers are gearing-up for another spectacular weekend of action both on and off the race track. The 3.36-mile Miami International Autodrome is set to roar into life over the weekend of May 5-7, 2023 as it hosts round five of this year’s FIA Formula 1 World Championship.

Twelve months ago, Max Verstappen won the inaugural race in Miami for Oracle Red Bull Racing after a thrilling duel with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc. With the reigning world champion and his team currently leading the 2023 points standings, the Dutchman will be among the favorites to triumph again on the 19-turn Miami International Autodrome next week. As well as welcoming South Florida’s very own Logan Sargeant to the grid, fans will have plenty to look forward to when the 10 F1 teams and 20 drivers descend on the vibrant city of Miami after making the 6,800-mile trip from Baku — the location for the previous race — held just days before the action begins in Miami Gardens.

New for this year, the Formula 1® paddock will be located in the center of Hard Rock Stadium and organizers have been working around-the-clock to prepare the venue, transforming the football field to the home of the Miami Open presented by Itaú., and then quickly to the Formula 1® Team Village – all in four months’ time. There are a number of other developments for 2023 and new features for the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX 2023 including a brand-new permanent Paddock Club has been constructed above the garages on pit lane. It features a rooftop viewing deck which extends into Hard Rock Stadium. The new three-tier facility houses 6,000 guests and offers amazing views of the final sequence of corners and the start/finish straight.

One of the largest investments made since the inaugural race is the repaving of the track, which was made with the intent to provide best-in-class racing. In conjunction with circuit architects Tilke and based on feedback from the drivers’ council, teams, Formula 1 and the FIA, the entire 3.36-mile course has been re-paved while minor alterations have been made to the Turn 14/15 chicane.

Fans will be able to view the track action from new hospitality spaces, including The Vista at Turn 1 and The Boathouse at MIA Marina, which will offer premium experiences for guests to choose from while still reflecting the culture of Miami. One of the most popular areas on the Campus last year was Hard Rock Beach Club. This luxury space has been enhanced for this year, with more cabana-style seating and entertainment acts already confirmed including superstars Jonas Brothers and Wisin y Yandel headlining Saturday and DJ Tiësto and Cederic Gervais performing on race day. In addition, the world’s first bilingual, Latin girl-group Bella Dose will perform on the track ahead of the race start.

Around the venue, grandstand capacity has been increased to over 55,000 with elevated viewing platforms on Trackside Lane between Turns 8 and 10, an expanded F1 Fan Zone, plus more shaded seating and water stations throughout the Campus. In addition, all pedestrian bridges have been doubled – and in some cases quadrupled – in width to allow for improved flow of traffic so fans can better access all the Campus has to offer.

In further developments, there will be a new area in the Campus known as Race Street, where spectators will be able to view luxury car displays, street art by local artists, listen to music and experience the best food and beverage offering that showcase Miami. Returning in 2023 will be a number of luxury spaces that offer world-class hospitality. They include the exclusive, invite-only Palm Club plus the 72 Club presented by J.P. Morgan Payments. Other premium spaces include the Casa Tua Trackside Club, a soulful intimate atmosphere with traditional Italian cuisine catered by one of Miami’s most prestigious restaurants.

Award-winning chefs Michelle Bernstein, Brad Kilgore and Lorena Garcia amongst others, will once again bring their exquisite culinary offerings to the race track. James Beard Foundation Award-winning chef Michelle Bernstein is set to offer an eclectic menu fusing Old-World favorites with contemporary techniques and innovative flavor profiles at the luxury Yacht Club hospitality and MIA Marina general admission areas. Award-winning Chef Brad Kilgore will be serving up his incredible range of progressive American cuisine which will highlight local Floridian ingredients and flavors in the 1 North Suites.

Native Floridian David Grutman and Groot Hospitality, the brand behind Strawberry Moon, Papi Steak, Komodo, Swan, LIV, Story and The Key Club, will return this year to partner with 72 Club presented by J.P. Morgan Payments on the Miami International Autodrome Campus and will serve a delicious selection of signature items from its many restaurants, including Peking Duck, Chips & Caviar, Wagyu Pastrami and more.

Major Food Group (MFG), one of the most celebrated companies in the hospitality business behind names such as CARBONE, The Grill, Dirty French, ZZ’s Club and Sadelle’s, will operate the food, beverage and hospitality for the iconic Palm Club.

One of the most unique locations at the Miami International Autodrome is the soulful, meticulously curated hospitality lounge at the Casa Tua Trackside Club. With its elegant design, traditional Italian cuisine and impeccable service, this one-of-a-kind experience is located at Turn 1, perfectly positioned at pit-exit and offers trackside views of the action in the surroundings of an exclusive club.

“We’ve been working flat-out preparing for our second race and are excited to welcome back Formula 1, the FIA, the teams, drivers, our guests and the fans to experience another brilliant weekend of on-track action,” said Tyler Epp, President of the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX. “From our incredible new Paddock Club building to the Team Village in Hard Rock Stadium, the enhanced hospitality spaces, food and beverage offerings, and the many changes around campus, I’m proud that our race allows us to showcase so much of Miami’s culture, putting us at the intersection of sports and entertainment. At the heart of it all is world-class racing, and we can’t wait for Miami to be in the spotlight as Formula 1 arrives in America for the first time this year.”

As last year, the community remains at the heart of the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX. The 2022 event delivered a boost of $350 million to the local economy in both Miami Gardens and the wider South Florida and Greater Miami region. And this year organizers are continuing their F1 in Schools program to help inspire education in science, technology and innovation. In addition 23 interns are undertaking a 12-week paid program across a variety of departments including event operations, guest experience and marketing. Also part of the food offering includes 14 minority-owned restaurants from Miami Gardens providing the outlets to showcase their business during race week.

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Inside PROFILEconnect: The Evolution Of Wynwood From Arts District To Vibrant Global Tech Hub

On Tuesday, April 25th, PROFILEmiami teamed up with Oasis Wynwood, E11EVEN Vodka, Oak Row Equities, Kobi Karp, Torose Equities, Morabito Properties and Brick & Timber Collective to host PROFILEconnect: The Evolution of Wynwood From Arts District to Vibrant Global Tech Hub. PROFILEconnect is PROFILEmiami’s high-end bespoke networking event series, bringing together Miami’s real estate and business leaders for an evening soirée of networking and cocktails, while hearing from the top developers and investors transforming Wynwood into a vibrant, global tech and business hub. Guests enjoyed cocktails by E11EVEN Vodka, and beats by Miami-based DJ DAKAP, sustainable water by KOPU Water, as well as sushi and churros by Sushi OG, Papi Churro and Miss Crispy Rice.

The panel was led by legendary Wynwood-based architect Kobi Karp and featured Erik Rutter, the developer of Oasis Wynwood and The Wynwood Plaza; Scott Sherman, co-developer of The Dorsey Wynwood and an active Wynwood investor; Valerio Morabito, developer of the mixed-use office development Wyncatcher; and Jesse Feldman, Managing Partner of the San Francisco-based Brick & Timber Collective who has invested over $100 million into the Wynwood office market and is a leading tech unicorn and VC landlord. The evening was hosted by PROFILEmiami Co-Founders Demetri Demascus and Katya Demina with Erik Rutter and David Weitz of Oak Row Equities.

The evening was attended by an exclusive group of top real estate industry leaders and executives including Michael Comras, Miguel Pinto, Kobi Karp, Nancy Karp, Jordan Karp, Cullen Mahoney, Scott Sherman, David Eyzenberg, Valerio Morabito, Erik Rutter, David Weitz and Jesse Feldman, amongst others. Guests had the opportunity to network and share their experiences developing and investing in South Florida through thoughtful discourse, while forging new relationships with senior executives.

The event was sponsored by E11EVEN Vodka, KOPU Water, Eyzenberg & Co., Cosentino, Odyssey Retail Advisors, Disruptive Real Estate, Colliers and University of Miami Herbert Business School.

PROFILEconnect brings together Miami’s real estate industry and business professionals to network and connect outside of a business setting and is attended by Miami’s top investors, developers, business professionals, brokers, financiers, architects and designers. Guests had the opportunity to network and share their experiences in South Florida through thoughtful discourse, while forging new relationships with industry leaders. Stay tuned for more information on the next editions of PROFILEconnect in the works, “Hospitality in Real Estate” and “Branded Residences”.

Why Wynwood?

To escape high rents, many companies are relocating to Class A buildings in Downtown Miami and Wynwood. These buildings accounted for 44% of the entire market’s absorption in the first quarter of 2022. Wynwood has dominated new development in office product over the past two years.

Tenants relocating to these submarkets are looking for buildings with Class A amenities, such as conferencing facilities, fitness centers (with showers), cafés or restaurants and updated finishes in the common areas. Proximity to restaurants and shopping, as well as easy access to Interstate 95, and other lifestyle considerations are also important factors.

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Investment Group Led by David Martin Set To Acquire Former-Miami Herald Development Site For $1.225 Billion

SmartCity Miami LLC, an investment group led by Miami-based Terra and it’s CEO David Martin is set to acquire the former-Miami Herald headquarters development site for a record $1.225 billion from Genting Group. The investment group has finalized terms for the acquisition of the 15.5-acre site which features 800’ of direct frontage on Biscayne Bay, the closing is set to take place later this year. The site which sits on the nexus of Downtown Miami and Edgewater is regarded as one of the largest and most valuable development sites in the United States.

“This is a prized piece of real estate in the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic and fastest-growing cities, and we are honored to have been selected as the property’s next owner. At Terra, we have a long history of enhancing communities and transforming neighborhoods through careful planning, beautiful design, and a focus on connectivity and resiliency. Our development on Biscayne Bay will continue this tradition.” Said David Martin, CEO of Terra Group.

Genting Group announced in March that it had received five bids over $1 billion following a marketing period led by Avison Young’s Florida Capital Markets Group. The largest bid values the property at just under $1.5 billion for the rare Omni District waterfront site. The land is a ±15.5-acre development opportunity which was marketed as BayCity Miami and is currently host annually to ArtMiami and CONTEXT Art Miami during Miami Art Week as ArtMiami’s Art Wynwood show in February. The property was previously occupied by the Miami Herald headquarters which was demolished in 2014.

Located at 1431 N Bayshore Drive in Miami the property features 800 linear feet of direct Biscayne Bay frontage and highly aggressive zoning in one of Miami’s most dynamic and connected neighborhoods, it is considered the most desirable development site offering in the city’s history and one of the largest waterfront land assemblages currently available in the U.S. The property has the potential to build a landmark mixed-use office, retail, residential, hospitality, and entertainment destination.

“The scale and location of this site offers the opportunity to do something spectacular, something that all Miamians can the pride in, and we will deliver nothing short of that. For now, our team is focused on understanding the full potential of the property and the surrounding area. Our vision will evolve as we learn more. Over time, we will arrive at a plan that elevates Downtown Miami, improves access to the waterfront and is welcomed by our community.” Said David Martin, CEO of Terra Group.

Genting Group appointed Avison Young’s Florida Capital Markets Group led by Avison Young Principals Michael T. Fay, John K. Crotty, CCIM; David Duckworth, and Vice President Brian C. de la Fé to spearhead the marketing and sale of property. Genting Group, one of the largest resort and entertainment and gaming corporations in the world which operates Resorts World, will remain invested in the Omni area, maintaining ownership of parcels spanning 10 acres west of Biscayne Boulevard.

Spanning several lots, including the former Miami Herald headquarters site, the property is in the Metromover subzone of Miami-Dade’s mixed-use zoning of RTZ (Rapid Transit Zone). With South Florida’s most generous zoning designation, the site has unlimited buildable square footage, no setbacks, a height limited only by the FAA regulations (649 feet) and a potential density of over 8,000 units. The RTZ zoning provides developers an enormous, highly flexible building envelope and the opportunity to develop a singular waterfront development of incredible scale.

Terra is a Miami-based real estate development and investment company that creates communities, enhances neighborhoods and connects people. Led by David Martin, Terra was founded in 2001 and is involved in all facets of residential and commercial development, including realty, mortgage, marketing and construction. Terra owns and operates a carefully curated portfolio of real estate developments valued at more than $8 billion that elevate quality of life; maximize the way in which people work, live and entertain; and innovate the urban and suburban landscape with an eye toward resiliency and sustainability. Since its launch, Terra has developed more than 5 million square feet of residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects across South Florida. Current projects include the nearby Major Food Group-programmed ultra-luxury tower The Villa, Mr. C Residences Coconut Grove and Five Park in South Beach.

Over the past 2.5 years, Miami has become a Tier-1 American city, on par with New York City and Los Angeles. According to proptech platform AVANT by Avison Young, Orbital Insight, Miami is outperforming most top U.S. metropolitan cities, including New York, as far as daily visitors to the city’s downtown urban core. Additionally, high-income earners and some of the most successful financial services, technology and cryptocurrency firms continue to relocate to Miami from other major metros. Rents across commercial real estate asset classes in Miami are at all-time highs, and development sales continue to break records.

Queen Miami Beach Reveals Exclusive 8-Seat High-End Speakeasy Style Omakase Experience

After a warm reception from patrons and gourmands, Queen Miami Beach has revealed one of her most-coveted hidden gems, nestled within her upper wing and peering into the grand dining room below. The intimate haven of glamour, design, and inimitable exclusivity is revealed as Queen Omakase, an exclusive eight-seat omakase bar led by third-generation sushi chef Max Kamakura. The new private dining enclave boldly presents an indulgent speakeasy-style omakase experience, open for reservation beginning April 27, 2023. Queen Miami Beach, a new concept from legendary restauranteur Matthew Massa’s Mr. Hospitality, has become one of the hottest restaurants and most unique luxury experiences in Miami since opening earlier this year.

Tucked within the walls of the Historic Paris Theater, Queen Omakase offers a premier ultra-luxury gastronomic experience to the already lauded Queen Restaurant and Lounge, complete with its own private entrance and elevated view of the universe below.

Upon arrival, guests are escorted by a dedicated VIP host through the main dining room before being led to the second-floor speakeasy lounge area where Queen Omakase lives. Concealed behind elegantly draped crimson-hued curtains, the secluded dining retreat opens up to an immaculately designed black Calacatta onyx-adorned bar surrounded by custom-made Bamboo Forest wallpaper, fabricated in Italy and color-customized by renowned designer Carlos Rodriguez. Dangling from the ceiling, a 1970s glass-blown Murano chandelier imbues the room with a sense of elegance and grandeur.

At the helm of Queen Omakase, Japanese-Brazilian classically trained, third-generation sushi chef, Max Kamakura will take guests on a multi-course journey through timeless Japanese traditions magnified through his distinctive modernist approach and well-traveled culinary experience.

“Over the course of my career, I have been fortunate enough to call numerous cities across several continents my home, which allowed me to deeply immerse myself in different local customs and traditions,” said Queen Omakase Executive Chef Max Kamakura. “Omakase to me is about conveying generations of stories through each meticulously crafted bite. Each dish represents a narrative that has been crafted over the course of many years, and guests will get to experience this through Queen Omakase.”

Queen Omakase perfectly fuses the rich tapestry of Japanese history with the vibrant energy that is quintessentially Miami. With an eight-top counter and only two seatings offered per night, exclusivity is as integral a part of the experience as the exceptional culinary programming, which will introduce a newly curated chef’s selections menu every three weeks. Bringing cooking techniques and quality ingredients to the forefront, guests can look forward to a premium selection of delicately composed nigiri and specialty Japanese dishes, prepared using ingredients from Japan and all around the globe.

Queen Omakase is open Tuesday through Saturday. The first seating is at 7:00 PM and the second seating is at 9:30 PM. Guests prepay in advance to confirm their seating and reservations can be made through OpenTable at $275 per person, plus tax and gratuity. If you have not been to an Omakase experience before, take note that as the chef curates the dishes live for each guest so if you are late they may start the experience without you.

Queen Omakase is located at The Paris Theater at 550 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139. Valet Parking is available at the front entrance and public parking garages are located at 555 Washington Ave. and 500 Collins Ave.

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Architectural images via Craig Dennis | Culinary images by Sebastian Bednarski