A cocktail is not just a cocktail anymore. It’s evolved into an art form, requiring a triple-threat combination of fresh ingredients, killer presentation and a certain savior-faire. In Miami, handcrafted cocktails are afforded paramount attention as a trend of swanky lounges and mysterious speakeasies sweeps the city. Those premixed, powdered punches aren’t going to cut…
Gators, snakes, birds and lakes — that’s what I’m reminded of when I think of the stretch of water-drenched land between Miami and Naples, a.k.a. the Everglades. From my home in Miami, I’ve zipped across the Everglades many times to visit the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico, but I’ve never taken my time to stop and…
A landmark for more than half a century, the Fontainebleau features an interesting design element that can be found throughout the resort: bow ties. Look closely at the photo below and you’ll notice the bow ties in the tiles of the floor in the lobby. When it opened in 1954, the Fontainebleau was the largest…
Earth Day is April 22 and in Miami, we celebrate blue skies, green palm trees, crystal clear water and balmy temperatures year round. The first Earth Day began in 1970 and today more than one billion people in 192 countries participate in Earth Day activities. Here are a few ways you can get outdoors and enjoy…
It’s no secret that I love Miami and all of South Florida for that matter. Helen from Borrowed & Blue—the online planning resource that knows a thing or two about Miami weddings—approached me about sharing a little bit of my industry experience, and my Magic City knowledge, with readers. “Kara on the Coast really covers…