Halloween in Miami 2008

What better way to celebrate Halloween than with the boys we love to call DHM??!!!Edwin, Omar & Stephen are one of the best collectives around. Their musical styles range from electro to soulfull to tech house & who knows how they do it, but their shows put a smile on everyone's faces & feet on the dance floor! They don't play together that often, so this is no trick...definitely a treat. :)


+No cover makes it even better!


S&M Chamber in B.E.D.
Whip? Check. Leather bodysuit? Check. Chains? Check. Now that you've got you're gear gathered, get rowdy at B.E.D.'s Infernum Hallow's Eve Dungeon. Set the evening off with signature Bacardi cocktails, and remember: if you can't handle the heat... safe word. Tickets are $20. Friday (10/31), 10 p.m.
B.E.D., 929 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, (305) 532-9070, bedmiami.com


CLOWN Around at The Forge
Don't worry elitists, there's a VIP Hallow's Eve extravaganza with your name on it. SWOON at the Forge's Fraternity of Artistic Souls goes incognito for the CLOWNS: Face Your Fear frightfest. Sip bubbly and mingle amongst Miami's movers and shakers. Tickets are $55. Friday (10/31), at 9 p.m. The Forge, 432 W. 41st Street, Miami Beach, (305) 538-8533, theforge.com/miami





CiFo's Trippy Hippies
Take a trip back to a time of free spirit at Supermarket Creative's Return to New Year's Eve: Second Chance to Break Your Resolutions. Enter with love to this scare-free soirée, but be sure to boast your best '60s attire, man. Relish peace, love, art and complimentary mod-ish cocktails. Tickets are $20 in advance, $20 at the door. Friday (10/31), 9 p.m.
CiFo, 1018 North Miami Avenue, Downtown Miami, (305) 420-5110, cifo.org






A HallowDream World


Fantasy Fest isn't just for Key West, enter the dream world this Halloween at the Havana Club's HallowDream soirée. Mesmerize the mystical mob with phantasmal fairy ensembles and ghoulish garb. Prepare to step into another realm. Tickets are $30 in advance, $50 at the door. Friday (10/31), 9 p.m. The Havana Club, 200 S. Biscayne Boulevard, #5500, Miami, (305) 968-2384, thehavanaclubofmiami.com












Heathrow's Haunted Heathrow Lounge gets Haunted with a monster mash-up of jams by Fool's Gold duo Chromeo exorcising the ones and twos.

Dave 1 and P-Thugg prepare for a scare with a featured DJ set that'll inspire some extra Fancy Footwork from every goblin or goddess in the house.

Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Friday (10/31), 10 p.m. Heathrow Lounge, 681 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, (305) 534-7614, heathrowlounge.com









MIMOWEEN!!

THE MiMo BISCAYNE ASSOCIATION PRESENTSA SIMPLY DELICIOUS HALLOWEEN TROT - MiMo-WEEN!
October 31, 2008

The MiMo Biscayne Association will present MiMo-WEEN! on Friday, October 31st from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the MiMo Biscayne corridor spanning from 55th Street Station (Soyka, Andiamo, The News, etc.) to a haunted house at the trendy Red Light Dining Lounge - where Biscayne Boulevard meets Northeast 77 Street. What are you going to be for MiMo-WEEN?

FOR THE KIDS
Along the route, Freckles - the children's clothing store at 6621 Biscayne Blvd. - will feature a Halloween Party with cupcakes, music and fun from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Boutique Kitchen, a new MiMo eatery at 6815 Biscayne Boulevard, will feature holiday fare and a candy concourse. UVA 69 restaurant at 6900 Biscayne Boulevard will feature a candy cooking seminar with candy work stations, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Casa Toscana at 7001 Biscayne Boulevard will feature candy and an early Italian family costume dinner with special menu item. Scary movie themed parties also spotlight the event and are taking place at Moonchine Asian Bistro - 7100 Biscayne Blvd. and Moshi Moshi Restaurant - 7232 Biscayne Blvd. Additionally, the official MiMo-WEEN! Children's Costume Contest happens from 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Upper Eastside Garden - 7244 Biscayne Blvd.Other participating businesses include Planet Lighting (5120 Biscayne Blvd.), Mille Fleurs (55th Street Station), Underdog Denim (6665 Biscayne Blvd.), Julian Chang Couture (6667 Biscayne Blvd.), Kingdom (6708 Biscayne Blvd.), Casca Doce Studio (6815 Biscayne Blvd.), Soma Salon & Spa (6901 Biscayne Blvd.), Una Luna Boutique (6907 Biscayne Blvd.), Rapunzel Salon (7011 Biscayne Blvd..), Chop Shop & HW8 Creative (7283 Biscayne Blvd.), Le Cafe (7295 Biscayne Blvd.), Galata Tower Shop (7541 Biscayne Blvd.) and Gourmet Station (7601 Biscayne Blvd.).

FOR THE GROWN-UPS
From south to north in the MiMo district, MiMo-WEEN transforms for parents and other grown-ups at 9:00 p.m. From dinner and drinks to shopping and dancing, there's truly something for everyone in this first ever event. Among the many participants include 55th Street Station, with a festive Halloween drink, decorations and dress up; Kingdom Restaurant & Sports Bar, at 6708 Biscayne Blvd,, which is hosting KingDOOOM!; UVA 69 Restaurant and Bar at 6900 Biscayne Blvd., with a MiMo-WEEN Monster Mash and costume contest starting at 9:00 p.m. Casa Toscana at 7001 Biscayne Blvd. will be highlighting a special menu item for Halloween; Moshi Moshi at 7232 Biscayne Blvd. and Moonchine Asian Bistro at 7100 Biscayne Blvd. will be showing scary movies - as will the Upper Eastside Garden at 7244 Biscayne Blvd. Che Sopranos at 7251 Biscayne Blvd. will host a MiMo-WEEN costume party from 9:00 p.m. until closing time, as will Le Cafe at 7251 Biscayne Blvd. Rounding out the northern exposure of MiMo-WEEN will be Red Light Regional Dining Lounge at 7700 Biscayne Blvd., which is hosting a must-be-tasted, delicious haunted house.

For more information, the entire list of participating merchants or ideas on what you should be for MiMo-WEEN - visit http://www.yelp.com/redir?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.MiMoBoulevard.org or call 305-758-6144.

This Weekend in Miami 10/23-10/26

Tinker Toys Party What: Local folktress Rachel Goodrich celebrates her CD release with a show at the The Vagabond. Why: It’s a feel good event. When: Fri., 10 p.m.Where: 30 NE 14th St., Downtown (305-379-0508).









Filet mignon and the perfect bowl? Two worlds collide at the inaugural weekend of Splitsville Lanes at Miami's infamous Shops at Sunset Place. The luxe nightlife alternative invites classy bowlers in for a few strings, a serving of steak or sushi and VIP bottle service. The new kid in town boasts eclectic tunes, and the balls keep rolling on Friday and Saturday until dusk. Now, that's a strike.
Splitsville Lanes, 5701 Sunset Drive, Suite 350, Miami Beach, (305) 665-5263, splitsvillelanes.com

























It's the Super Bowl of wine-quaffing—1,200 wines and only three days to cover all that oaky ground. To save time, you might want to skimp on the seminars and head straight for the Grand Tasting. You know, learn by drinking—er, doing.
411: $75, Oct 25-27, Grand Tasting starts 4pm Sat, Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr, 866-887-WINE

Barack and Michelle Obama in Bicentennial Park

Please come support our next President!!!

This Tuesday, October 21st, please join Barack and Michelle Obama in Miami, where they will talk about Barack's vision for creating the kind of change we need.

Early Vote for Change Rally with Barack and Michelle Obama

Bicentennial Park
1075 Biscayne Blvd.Miami, FL 33132
Tuesday, October 21stDoors Open: 3:45 p.m.
Program Begins: 5:45 p.m.

http://fl.barackobama.com/MiamiChange

This event is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required; however, an RSVP is strongly encouraged.For security reasons, do not bring bags and please limit personal items. No signs or banners permitted.If you cannot make it to this event but would still like to support Barack, you can make a donation here:https://donate.barackobama.com/wecan

Spam All Stars at Mansion

Miami.com and Spam AllStars at Mansion

Wed., Oct. 22 11:00pm

Mansion
1235 Washington Ave.
South Beach, FL 33139

Miami.com heads over to Mansion this Wednesday for a night of revelry. Those who RSVP get complimentary cocktails plus free admission, but (sorry Cinderella), that spell wears off at the stroke of twelve. So, get there early to enjoy the freebies. Spam Allstars will be in the house for your listening pleasure so plan to party like a rock star with your favorite cyberfriends (miami.com). Click here to RSVP.

Office Gossip-Happy Hour!

The "Sneak Peek" of Office Gossip is breaking the silence on Tuesday, October 21st, 2008.

To receive an invitation please become a member at www.verestaurants.com/officegossip.

Miami Spice lives on in some restaurants!!!

New Found Lover: Brosia Restaurant

Saturday afternoon zen-ful experience!

Loved this place, from their interior and exterior design to the menu......

http://www.brosiamiami.com/enter.html

Coltoberfest 305: Saturday Night 10/25

Coltoberfest305
Saturday night, 9pm to 1am,
Sweat Records, 5505 NE 2nd Ave;
305.758.5862 x5

Get free Colt 45 at this show/party curated by miscreant artist Aholsniffsglue, during which 32ounce bottles of Billy D's favorite beer will be customized by artists from as far away as NYC -- some adorned with found objects, others stenciled with women, and one that uses graffiti to depict a facial (when it comes to dissuading people from scamming your beer, this works every time). There's also a bbq/live music after-party at Churchill's; more info here

Padilla Cigar Lounge and Factory

From: Rare Daily

A New Lounge For Lighting Up
Padilla Cigar Lounge and Factory Opens Tuesday, October 14, 2008

By now, you’ve been to every crowded bar on Miami Beach.
You’ve even visited the loudest clubs in Downtown.

Time for a change. Introducing Padilla Cigar Lounge and Factory. Perfectly positioned on Miami’s famed Calle Ocho, Padilla Cigar Lounge is a sophisticated space with a laid back atmosphere. The perfect alternative to the usual hustle and bustle that comes with most nights out on the town, it boasts an intimate setting with plush, over-sized leather couches and a rustic feel that transports you away from the city just outside its doors.

Stop by and be one of the first to reserve your very own cigar locker and humidifier to stash your stogies. In house selections range from the full and robust Padilla Miami (chosen as Cigar Aficionado’s Top Cigar of the Year), to the milder tasting Padilla Habano. Then you only have to worry about what’s really important… like which rare Scotch to pair your smoke with.

Padilla Cigar Lounge and Factory
1501 SW 8th Street, Little Havana
Tel: (305) 362-8773
padillacigars.com

The King is Dead: Opens Saturday!

From Urban Daddy:
Miami Knight

The King Is Dead Opens

Let's be honest.
When it comes to nightlife, you're a member of the inner court.
As such, you deserve a club that treats you like a king. Or at least a younger, more handsome Merlin.

Introducing The King Is Dead, a new royalty-themed nightclub (yes, really) opening in the Design District this Saturday.

If Sean Connery and Tommy Lee opened a club, it would look something like this. Located next to foliage-filled Grass (and brought to you by the same owners), the castle-like spot is accessed through medieval wooden doors, setting the tone for the dynastic debauchery within. Inside you'll find a space that is truly committed to its Knights Templar motif, but in all the good ways (think Vegas-style panache) and none of the bad (read: Epcot).

In addition to a 17th-century pulpit that serves as a DJ booth, there are plenty of leather throne-like chairs available for your monarchical exploits. But ultimately you'll want to head into the all-black VIP room, complete with a dungeon-like walk-in shower. We're told it's more of a hangout spot for hired dancers than an actual place to bathe, but you never know...
It's not like the king is going to stop you.

The King Is Dead, opening Saturday night at 11pm, 10 NE. 40th St (between NE. 1st and N. Miami Ave), 305-573-3355

Celebrate Christy's 30th Anniversay in October - $30/p menu

Celebrate Christy's 30th Anniversay in October
$30/p menu

When: Today, October 14 2008, 7:00pm
Where: Christy's Restaurant, 3101 Ponce De Leon Blvd,Miami, FL
Cost: $30.00

Start: Lobster Bisque or Caesar Salad
Then: PRIME RIB Slowly roasted, baked potato, au jous broiled button mushrooms
8oz FILET MIGNON Shallot mashed potatoes, fresh asparagus, red wine reduction, gorgonzola butter
PAN SEARED FILET OF SNAPPER Wilted spinach, baked potato, roasted garlic tomato caper sauce
CHICKEN PICCATA Baked potato, fresh vegetables, mushroom caper white wine sauce
Finish: BAKED ALASKA or HOMEMADE KEY LIME PIE
$30.00 per person(Excluding tax and gratuity)

$30 Cellar Finds:
06 Mastroberardino, Greco di Tufo, Campania
06 Sonoma-Cutrer Chardonnay, Russian River Valley
06 Hess Vineyard Chardonnay, Napa Valley
06 Groth Chardonnay, Napa Valley
06 MacMurray Ranch Pinot Noir, Sonoma
05 De Loach Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley
02 Ballantine Merlot, Napa Valley04 Burgess Merlot, Napa Valley
05 BR Cohn Silver Label Cabernet, North Coast
04 Hess Allomi Cabernet, Napa Valley
05 Bennett Family The Reserve Cabernet, Napa Valley
04 J Bookwalter Cabernet, Washington State

Ceviche 105 Opens in Downtown Miami

From Urban Daddy:
Peruvian Pick

Ceviche 105 Opens

When it comes to Peruvian joints in this city, you can be fiercely loyal. You've got your go-to spots for the perfect lomo saltado, anitcuchos and roasted chicken a la brasa.
But we think it's time for a new contender, one primed to shake up your routine with a few citrus-marinated tricks...
Welcome to Ceviche 105, your new Peruvian spot in downtown.
The gray and white minimalist space is emblematic of the fresh condo buildings in the neighborhood, and the polished concrete floors and geometric light fixtures give the place a tropical-urban feel. There's a semi-open kitchen for food-prep entertainment, but for a little more privacy with your date, you'll want to head to the thin white bar flanked with mod plastic stools.
The menu covers Peru's Pacific waterfront and Andean highlands, with occasional nods to Asia. Choose from half a dozen ceviche concoctions, including the "drunken" Pisco ceviche bathed in the mystic Peruvian liquor. If you're in the mood for fusion, try the chaufa-style seafood rice, similar to Chinese fried rice but with a smoky kick. Or you could stick to your favorites and order what you know.
Nah...
Ceviche 105, now open, 105 NE. 3rd Ave (between NE. 2nd and 1st), 305-577-3484

Coming this week: Miami 10/13-10/17...

Bajofondo
The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater
1700 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
The Rhythm Foundation brings you Bajofondo, which takes the seductive classic sounds of tango and unites them with the grooves of club culture, dub rhythms, and gorgeous video projections. The group was formed in 2003 by renowned Academy Award and multiple GRAMMY winning producer Gustavo Santaolalla, to bring together the talented young tango musicians, beautiful singers, visual artists and DJs of Argentina and Uruguay. They are now releasing a new CD, Mar Dulce.
When? Tue., Oct. 14 8:00pm

14th Annual Coral Gables OktoberfestThrough October 13

Thousands of revelers will head to Fritz & Franz Bierhaus to celebrate Oktoberfest in authentic Bavarian tradition. From October 2nd through the 13th, enjoy German beer, delicious food and great German music. There will be yodeling contests and good old-fashioned eating contests - schnitzel and bratwurst! What better venue to host Oktoberfest than a place that was voted "City's Best Beer 2008."Fritz & Franz Bierhaus60 Merrick Way, Coral Gables



Oct 17 at 7 pm at AF Miami
INITIATION à la DEGUSTATION
Classe en français avec Alexandre Barrellier de Wine and Cellar Concept Members $30. Reservations mandatory: 305.859.8760. Max: 24 pers
Dégustation de vin francais: Vins du Pays d'Oc, Bourgogne, Bordeaux, Vallee de la Loire, Vallee du Rhone. You can read all the books (and there are plenty) written on wine to become more knowledgeable on the subject, but the best way to truly enhance your understanding of wine is to taste as many wines as possible

This Weekend in Miami 10/4-10/5

Thursday 10/2

DRINK
Oktoberfest
What: The eleven-day fete kicks off today with beer, food, and live music.
Why: It’s a brew haha.
When: Thru Oct. 12.
Daily, 11 a.m.-midnight.
Where: Fritz & Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way, Coral Gables (305-774-1883).



Thursday, October 2 from 6 to 10 p.m.J
oin Florida Breast Cancer Coalition Research Foundation for the kick off of the 3rd Annual Shades of Pink event and show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Cocktails compliments of Bacardi, appetizers by Catering by Lovables, coffee and desserts by Yummy Cakes and More and Starbucks. Tickets are $30, available at the door. Guests must be 18 or over for entry to the museum and 21 to drink (valid I.D. required).
World Erotic Art Museum1205 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach
964-454-4156


The Vagabond
30 NE 14th StMiami, FL

*SWEAT-AID* features live performances by 4 of Miami's best acts - PRETTY PLEASE, THE JEANMARIE, THE JACUZZI BOYS, and JOSE EL REY! Come early to watch the highly-anticipated Vice Presidential debate on a big screen with cocktails and a bunch of friends! Plus, DJs ELECTRIC PORKCHOP in the Bar Room and $3 Sweat Shots... Doors at 8.30, debate at 9, bands start at 10.30. Ages 18+ welcome, $5 cover supports Sweat Records.

Jay-Z To Give Free Concert In Bayfront Park For Obama Supporters
Seven-time Grammy Award-winning recording artist Jay-Z will headline a major voter registration rally and concert for Barack Obama at Miami's Bayfront Park Amphitheater.

The event, which takes place on Sunday, Oct. 5, will promote voter registration and encourage young people to get involved with the Obama campaign. The deadline to register to vote in Florida is Monday, Oct. 6. To vote in the November election, registration applications must be postmarked or hand-delivered to Supervisors of Elections Offices by that day.

Tickets for the rally can only be obtained before the event by visiting a South Florida Campaign for Change office and are limited to two per person. You must be 18 to attend this event. For more information visit fl.barackobama.com.

Funkshion: Fashion Week-Thursday
Thu., Oct. 02 6:00pm-10:00pm

Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Fashionistas of the world converge this week for Funkshion: Fashion Week Miami Beach with a line-up of runway shows and events held at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden and other swanky venues on the Beach. Register for tickets here and pick them up at our oh-so-swank Miami.com lounge at the Botanical Garden.
Here's the line up for Thursday:
6 p.m. Saya
7 p.m. Dragana Ognjenovic
8 p.m. RED DRESS FOR AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
9p .m. Kurru Kurru @ Setai Hotel
10 p.m. Mat Jeans @ Gansevoort Hotel

Wednesday 10/1

Isabel Muñoz: Fotografía
Cisneros Fontanals Art Foundation (cifo)
1018 N. Miami Ave.
Miami, FL 33136
Collection of 35 pieces by Spanish photographer and photojournalist Isabel Muñoz focuses on dance as a mechanism of liberation to escape moral repression on traditional society
Tickets: free
When:
Wed., Oct. 01 10:00am-4:00pm




Xperimento at Jazid
Jazid
1342 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Wednesday nights at Jazid Miami's favorite Latin funk band Locos Por Juana moonlights with their side project Xperimento, which fuses cumbia, reggae and rumba. Upstairs you can catch different DJs each week playing house, hip hop and funk. Tickets: no cover When: Wed., Oct. 01 11:00pm

Cabana One Opens
This session of the Coconut Grove Business Bureau is called to order. Last meeting, we brainstormed ideas to draw crowds to the Grove. Mr. Wiener suggested women in bikinis. Mrs. Wiener suggested alcohol.I’m pleased to announce you’ll find both at Cabana One, which opens softly tomorrow.Atop the Mayfair Hotel, the lounge overlooks Biscayne Bay. The beach set will love the 50-foot pool flanked by queen-size chaises. For those who prefer indoor sports, there are seven private cabanas (complete with flat-screen TVs and Wii access).

No pool party is complete without fruity cocktails, which you’ll find at the 35-foot bar (the Miami Hurricane packs a punch). And, lest we forget, the food: Along with a full raw bar, there’s American fare like coconut shrimp, chicken wings, and burgers.Sure to satisfy young Anna Wiener’s suggestion. Fresh meat. FROM DAILY CANDY

Cabana One, Mayfair Hotel & Spa, 3000 Florida Avenue, Coconut
Grove (305-448-5088 or mayfairhotelandspa.com).

Funkshion: Fashion Week-Wednesday
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Fashionistas of the world will converge this week starting tonight for Funkshion: Fashion Week Miami Beach with a line-up of runway shows and events held at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden and other swanky venues on the Beach. Register for tickets here and pick them up at our oh-so-swank Miami.com lounge at the Botanical Gardens. Here's the line up for Wednesday night:
8 p.m. Harpers Bazaar multiple designers show

* 9pm Be Jeweled + Ed Hardy Swimwear at The Setai * 10pm Be Jeweled After Party at The SetaiTo RSVP send an email to rsvp@funkshion.com



Ride: PS 14 Bike Race
10 pm Wed from 226 8th St, South Beach to PS 14: 28 NE 14th St., Downtown Miami; 305.358.3600
Ending with a bash at PS's downtown digs, this month's race starts at the South Beach Adidas store, with the winner nabbing a $50 bar tab, and losers galore getting $1 beers. Also on tap: a Halloween costume contest (1st Place = $200 Adidas gift certificate), a backyard BBQ, and a ladies-only arm-wrestling competition for cheap champagne (after humping a few miles on a gonad-crushing bike seat, you're so in).More PS chicanery at PS14.com


Nightmare: Ghost Stories
SoHo Studios
2136 NW First Ave.
Miami, FL 33127
New York’s horrifying Haunted House performance, "Nightmare: Ghost Stories" has 17 rooms, each built using people's worst nightmares as themes. It's here in Miami for a limited engagement. Do you dare???

1-888-695-0888
http://www.nightmaremiami.com/
Ticket Information: $45 VIP, $25-$30

When?
Wed., Oct. 01 7:00pm-10:00pm
Wed., Oct. 08 7:00pm-10:00pm
Wed., Oct. 15 7:00pm-10:00pm
Wed., Oct. 22 7:00pm-10:00pm
Wed., Oct. 29 7:00pm-10:00pm