Is there any other way to get to know a city like a local than through its unique food offerings? We think not. In Miami we truly have it all, from the $1,000 Wagyu Tomahawk "beef case" to an authentic Cubano served through a walk-up window—your wildest food cravings will be satiated across the spectrum with a very Miami experience to match. And that’s not even including the stone crabs us Miamians go absolutely feral for, and you'll see why with a trip to Joe's. While this list certainly isn't all-encompassing, we made sure to hit some of the most standout 305 eats that will always reign supreme through the test of time.
On The Town
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Miami Honors Kobe And Gianna Bryant
A mural of NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna is spotted among Miami’s colorful streets, commemorating the third anniversary of their deaths as a result of a tragic helicopter crash.
You Should Know
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We don't know what we're more excited about—Rihanna's half-time show at the Super Bowl this year or her game-themed Savage X Fenty capsule collection dropping right in time for the festivities. Regardless, you can guarantee we'll be showing up to the couch in head-to-toe Rihanna Savage X Fenty attire on Super Bowl Sunday. Speaking of the big game, the NFL great J.J. Watt is set to host an epic charity event in a private Arizona estate, with Gavin DeGraw performing his most beloved hits. The Big Game Big Give event is sponsored by The Giving Back Fund, and the Justin J. Watt Foundation has been chosen as one of the beneficiaries. In order to perform at peak levels, rest and relaxation is a must. That's why J.J Watt, Tom Brady, Novak Djokovic and countless other all-star athletes and teams have taken advantage of True REST Float Spa, a Float Pod facility that fosters athletic recovery.
Restaurant Rec
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Tur Kitchen in Coral Gables is your destination for refreshing Mediterranean fare in an elegant and understated setting. The plating is something to write home about, as each dish is beautifully presented as a work of art—almost to the point of being too pretty to eat. You'd be surprised at how visually striking fruit and vegetables can be when sliced and arranged just so.
Q&A
Q:
I’m looking to make a career change and becoming a real estate agent seems the most appealing to me right now. I’m a little nervous to get started though because the competition seems intense. How would I make myself stand out as a real estate agent in a saturated market?
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The struggle is definitely real in such a saturated market as Miami, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to shine, which real estate agent performance coach and career advisor Jere Metcalf discusses on her podcast. Here’s the lowdown.
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Insider Tip
The National Hotel Miami Beach has officially revealed The Martini Bar and it's just as iconic as the Art Deco landmark itself, with the original floors still in place from 1939. (And check out all of our insider tips here!)
