From the Mediterranean Sea to the shores of the Aegean, AVA MediterrAegean was born from resilience, natural beauty, and a philosophy of togetherness. A story of flavors, design, and community is ready to unfold this November 2025 in Coconut Grove.
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Spicy Hospitality Group Opens Celebrated Milanese Trattoria 'Le Specialità' In Miami Design District
Spicy Hospitality Group, the visionary hospitality collective at the intersection of cuisine, culture, and design—and the team behind The Joyce, with several forthcoming concepts in Miami, New York, and California—has officially opened U.S. debut of Le Specialità in the Miami Design District.
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THE ST. REGIS BAL HARBOUR RESORT DEBUTS BH PRIME STEAKHOUSE
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort has introduced its first dedicated steakhouse, BH Prime, marking a significant addition to the resort’s dining portfolio. The new restaurant replaces the former BH Burger Bar, transforming the space into a refined, dinner-focused venue that caters to both hotel guests and local patrons. With a design rooted in warm wood, leather, and subtle contemporary touches, BH Prime offers a sophisticated yet approachable atmosphere in line with the resort’s Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond status.
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Pura Vida Opens Coconut Grove Flagship Location With New Signature Gelato Concept
Pura Vida Miami, South Florida’s premier all-day cafe and wellness brand, has opened its first flagship location in the heart of the historic Coconut Grove neighborhood. Marking a major milestone for the Miami-born brand, the expansive 6,000-square-foot space at 3000 Grand Avenue is now Pura Vida Miami’s largest outpost yet.
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Forward Hospitality Group and CHEF RAHEEM SEALEY Open Asian Smokehouse Shiso in Wynwood
Chef Raheem Sealey, known for his influential roles at KYU and Drinking Pig, in partnership with Forward Hospitality Group, have successfully opened Shiso—an Asian Smokehouse that uniquely fuses Caribbean influences, Japanese precision, and wood-fired BBQ techniques.
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America's Top-Grossing Steakhouse, Maple & Ash, Now Open in Miami Worldcenter
Maple Hospitality Group, the visionary team behind acclaimed restaurants Maple & Ash, Eight Bar, Monarch, and Kessaku, has opened the Miami location of its flagship award-winning concept, Maple & Ash, in Downtown Miami’s Miami Worldcenter.
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MIKA by Six Michelin Starred Chef Michael White Reveals Its New Interiors At The Plaza Coral Gables
MIKA by six Michelin-starred chef Michael White has revealed its lavish new interiors by Bishop Design at The Plaza Coral Gables. White's first standalone venture in Miami, in partnership with Alex Pirez and Matt Safchik, MIKA highlights his classic approach to coastal flavors, blending the bounty of Italy, France, and beyond with South Florida’s exceptional seafood and produce.
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Reserve Cup Returns to Miami and Announces Expansion to Other Cities
The highly anticipated Reserve Cup, a flagship event by Reserve Padel, is set to return to Miami from January 23–25, 2025. Building on its successful inaugural tournament in 2024, the event will kick off the newly expanded Reserve Cup Series, featuring three weeks of elite padel competition in three major cities. This evolution positions the Reserve Cup Series as a premier showcase of the world’s top padel players, competing for the highest prize money in the sport’s history exceeding $1.7 million.
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James Beard-Nominated Duo Opens Ghee a Modern Farm to Table Indian Restaurant in Wynwood
FEAL Hospitality, the renowned restaurant group helmed by James Beard Award nominees Chef Niven Patel and Mohamed “Mo” Alkassar, has opened a new Ghee Indian Kitchen in Miami’s arts-centric Wynwood neighborhood. The Wynwood location will be the first step in Ghee’s planned national expansion, following the success of its original Dadeland restaurant and with Atlanta on the horizon. Known for redefining Indian dining in South Florida, Ghee has earned a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand distinction for three consecutive years (2022–2024) and captivated diners with its modern farm-to-table approach to Indian cuisine.
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MIMI Chinese Makes International Debut in Miami Beach
South Beach has officially added a new gem to its culinary crown. Big Hug Hospitality, the Toronto-based team behind some of Canada’s most celebrated dining establishments, has opened MIMI Chinese, marking their first international venture. Renowned for its thoughtful exploration of regional Chinese cuisine, MIMI Chinese has already made waves in Toronto’s dining scene, earning Michelin recognition and a devoted following. The Miami Beach location brings the same innovative and hospitality-driven experience to one of the country’s most vibrant culinary cities.
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