Thanks to Major Food Group, they are bring another one of their successful New York restaurants to Miami. Located in the heart of Brickell, Dirty French Restaurant will bring culinary sophistication through this Parisian Fare steakhouse to further add to the ever-expanding Miami scene. Oh, and did we mention…the decor is 80’s era themed?
From the high-quality meat and fish to the comprehensive 700-bottle wine list, Major Food Group co-founders Zalaznick, Mario Carbone, and Rich Torrisi have brought this innovative menu to life with a menu full raw bar items, seafood dinners, aged steaks, and your favorite classic side dishes.
The menu itself ranges from prime aged steaks, including Filet Mignon, Ribeye, and New York Strip, all of which are presented with a variety of sauces ranging from Au Poivre to Cajun. Forty-ounce Porterhouses and a Wagyu Tomahawks, are the chef’s favorites and Diners will be surprised by a range of off-menu cuts offered weekly at the restaurant as well. The menu also includes a savory Dover Sole Meunière served table-side, a Duck à l’Orange, and an excellent soufflé program, all of which pay homage to the restaurant’s Parisian roots.
The design of the interior can only be described as French elegance. Designed by Ken Fluk, Dirty French Steakhouse mixes the early 80’s French era with contemporary tropical designs. Throughout, you’ll notice the golf-leaf ceiling, Jungle Bar, onyx bar, glass leaf chandelier, leopard bar stools and banana pendants. The pieces blend elegantly and really make the steakhouse inviting.
According to Co-Owner of Major Food Group, “After making this paradise home, we realized that there was a tremendous opportunity to bring a sensational steakhouse to Brickell in true MFG fashion—a sophisticated, contemporary, high-energy culinary blockbuster fit for the most exciting city in the world today. It simply does not get any more major than Dirty French Steakhouse, which is the beginning of a series of big projects in the neighborhood.”
French Dirty Steakhouse has officially opened and if it’s like Major Food Group’s other Miami restaurants, Carbone, ZZ’s Club, and Sadelle’s, you may want to book your reservations now. Make your reservations through DirtyFrench.com.
Inter Miami Receives Approval for Miami Freedom Park
David Beckham has finally won after a 9 year-long battle, for a land lease for a Major League Soccer stadium in Miami. On Thursday, Miami Commissioners voted a 4 to 1 lease for 73 acres of city-owned property that will house a massive development to host the Inter Miami soccer games. Beckham and partners (Jorge and Jose Mas) were awarded a 99-year lease to develop the new name, Miami Freedom Park.
The plan for the ‘park’ would convert the Melreese golf course into a soccer league stadium that could host 40,000 attendees, retail shops, parking with rooftop fields, a hotel, and a 58-acre park. The plans also include sharing the stadium with the University of Miami Hurricanes football team.
With the vote approval came some changes, which include the annual rent increase from $3.57 million to $4.3 million, with a 6% gross revenue if that figure is treated than rent. The construction fee was raised from $500,000 to $650,000 18 months after the lease was signed, with another $100,000 rise per year for four years and a $1 million penalty in the fifth year if the stadium was not completed.
The vote for this development has been delayed 4 times and there still needs additional approval for zoning changes before they receive the green light for the project, which will take place in quarter 4 of 2022.
Also in attendance was Miami Mayor, Francis Suarez, who seemed to thank the Miami commission after the deal. He strongly supported the project from day 1, “I have never been prouder to be a Miamian than I am today. No matter how difficult, how long, how frustrating, good days and bad days, I always knew that this would happen.”
Beginning May 3rd, Supercar Rooms Miami will be hosting the Miami GP Week, an action-packed week of everything cars celebrating the automotive industry and culture right before the Formula 1 big race. Located in the heart of Miami’s Wynwood at 2022 NW 1st Court, Supercar Rooms Miami is the world’s first member’s only art gallery dedicated to automotive visionaries and interactive experiences.
Elo, the British-born automobile genius, founded and established the company Supercar Rooms Miami. Elo began to amass his own car collection, a desire that developed from a childhood curiosity and admiration for motors. His collection developed to include a vehicle for every mood and occasion.
Elo has been a vehicle collector for over 30 years and is a true automotive aficionado. Presenting on DAVETV’s ‘Modern Wheels or Classic Steals,’ HISTORY UK’s ‘Ultimate Wheels,’ and MTV’s ‘Slips.’ Elo has established himself as a leader in the custom/classic automobile field.
Supercar Rooms Miami is home to one-of-a-kind masterpieces including the 1929 Rolls Royce Bootch, 1961 196 SP Ferrari antique racing car, 2007 Shelby Supercar Ultimate Aero TT vehicle number 1, 1958 450 S Maserati vintage racing car, and 1955 SL 300 Mercedes Gullwing, to mention a few.
Now that Formula 1 is coming to Miami, Supercar Rooms Miami is hosting Miami GP Week. Supercar Rooms Miami invites car aficionados to join them for an incredible week-long event filled with planned activations each day to commemorate the automotive culture that has a stronghold in South Florida.
In collaboration with headline sponsor, IWC Schaffhausen and Crypto sponsor Solana, E11EVEN Vodka, Exotics on Las Olas, and Sunreef Yachts, and
Supercar Room Miami’s Schedule:
May 3– Paddock Orientation Meal- An introduction dinner presented by Supercar Rooms Miami in which a special cuisine is developed and served as you network and enjoy the night among the car community. You will get all of the details and special events for GP Week.
May 4– IWC watchmaker private session- Enjoy lunch at an award-winning Michelin-starred restaurant in Miami’s Design District and be immersed in the world of IWC Schaffhausen. A private Watchmaking lesson will introduce you to the world of high-end Swiss accuracy and workmanship.
May 5- A parade of supercars will cruise down to the Florida Keys for a 60-mile journey. Enjoy a delicious summer lunch while being treated to an exclusive IWC reveal.
May 6– Checkered Flag- The official kick-off celebration for the Miami Grand Prix is preparation for one of Miami’s greatest races. Get ready for a night filled with supercars and the theme of the night is all-access, with special guests in attendance.
May 7– Formula One qualifying day at Hardrock Stadium-From 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
May 7-The first-ever Fabio Lamborghini Lifestyle US Store on Lincoln Road celebrates its grand opening. The event will run from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. This is a private, invitation-only event.
May 7-8– Fabio Lamborghini Miami GP Week Fanfest takes place on Lincoln Road in Miami Beach. 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The fanfest is free and open to the public, and it commemorates Lamborghini’s F1 history, which dates back to 1991. Come view Lamborghini’s, both vintage and modern collections.
May 8– Holman Fanfest Experience: From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., join the Holman family of dealerships next to their luxury flagship dealership in Sunrise, Broward for a day of food, family-friendly entertainment, and all the spectacular action from the racetrack.
May 8– Supercar Rooms on Race Day Miami has leased many suites at Hardrock Stadium, where its members will witness the inaugural Formula One race in Miami.
In addition, Supercar Rooms Miami will provide its members with Red Bull Beach grandstand access to the man-made beach as well as cabanas. This will be a fantastic experience since it will blend Formula 1 racing with a regular day on the beach in Miami.
Calta Group Purchases Hollywood Development Site for $9.5 Million
A new apartment development could be in the works in downtown Hollywood. The Calta Group recently purchased the site located at 2215-2239 Hollywood Blvd for $9.5 million.
The 1.6-acre site was sold by Hollywood Construction & Development LLC which is managed by Joseph Horn of Miami. The same company purchased the site just late year in May 2021 for $7.7 million.
Several retail and office buildings currently occupy the site and would need to be demolished once the project is approved. The Calta Group, which is led by Ignazio, Gaetano Caltagirone, and Igor Blatnik plans to develop an 8-story apartment tower. The tower itself would feature 180 units and 1,800 square feet of ground-floor retail space.
The original design was proposed in 2019 by Borges Architects + Associates who would remain the lead for the project.
Amenities:
Pool deck
Business center
Gym
The groundbreaking will be scheduled for the 4th quarter of 2022 but the Calta Group still needs to select a general contractor for the project.
The Calta Group continues to make headway in Hollywood with their total construction projects reaching $1.5 billion.
Melo Group Tops Off on Downton 1st Tower
Downtown 1st, a 57-story mixed-use tower located in downtown Miami has officially topped off on construction just one year after its groundbreaking. Developed by the Melo Group, this tower is set to be the tallest that the developers have ever constructed.
According to Martin Melo, “After just a year from breaking ground, we are proud to top off. Downtown 1st is another project that showcases our compromise of enhancing Miami’s urban core and the continued activation of downtown Miami.”
Located at 30 SW 1st Street, Downtown 1st will spread over 743,073 square feet which will include 560 units (500,000 square of residential space), 12,930 square feet of office space, 2,925 square feet of ground floor retail and a 453 spot parking garage.
The units themselves will feature 1 to 3 bedroom layouts with penthouse options located on the top 2 floors of the tower. Units will range from 653 square feet to 1,200 square feet.
Amenities:
2 swimming pools
Landscape deck
Fitness center
Study rooms
Lounging areas
Spa
Completion of the tower is expected to be complete by the 4th quarter of 2022.
Melo has amassed a portfolio of over 6,000 condominium and apartment rental properties in the greater downtown Miami area since 2001. All construction and architecture are handled in-house by the fully integrated real estate development organization.
Sales Launch for Society Residences in Downtown Miami
In the heart of downtown Miami, sits a new construction site of an up-and-coming tower developed by PMG. Society Biscayne was originally announced as an apartment tower but recently the developer decided to transition the apartment tower into residential units due to the lack of inventory in Miami. Now the property is officially Society Residences.
The construction for the 704 unit tower is currently underway at their site located at 398 NE 5th St in Miami. Rising 47 stories (571 feet) tall, units will be presented as fully finished and fully furnished with luxury amenities and outstanding water views.
Visionaries
Developers: Property Markets Group (PMG) and Greybrook Partners
Architect: Sieger Suarez Architects
Interior design: Cotofana Designs
Building Features
47-story tower located in Downtown Miami
Designed by internationally renowned architecture firm Sieger Suarez Architects
Views of the Miami skyline, unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean
Modern Residential Lobby with 24/7 Concierge
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Features the Latest Smart Building Technology
Destination Controlled Elevator Dispatch
Smart Package Lockers
Custom Society Residences app, linking residents to concierge services and building amenities- Digital Key- Guest Access- Payments- Package Deliveries- Messages from Management
Dry Cleaning & Laundry Service Lockers
Access-controlled entry points throughout
Valet Parking
Amenities
Lobby with Cocktail Bar and Restaurant by Jaguar Sun®
Over 19,000 square foot double-height amenity deck overlooking Downtown Miami and Biscayne Bay
Curated art and green walls throughout all common areas
132-Foot Resort Style Pool with private lounge areas
16 ft Poolside Screening LED Wall
Lawn with Theater
Sky Entertainment Lounge & Grilling Terrace featuring eight grills
Fully-furnished studios, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom residences
9’2” ceiling height with floor-to-ceiling windows
Balconies with stunning views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami city skyline
Porcelain wood-grain tile flooring throughout
Built-in full-size washer and dryer(in select residences)
Ecobee smart thermostat
Smart keyless entry
Pre-wired for high-speed communications, multiple telephone lines, and cable
Custom kitchen cabinetry by Italian design house Italkraft
Quartz kitchen counters
Frigidaire stainless-steel appliances including microwave, dishwasher, freestanding range oven, and refrigerator
Frameless glass-enclosed showers
Custom Italian vanities by Italkraft
Modern matte black kitchen and bathroom fixtures
Fully built-out California-style closet
Pricing:
Studios from $600K
One bedroom from $800K
Two bedrooms from $1.4M
Three bedrooms from $1.4M
The building is still under construction but the TCO is anticipated to be received by the end of June.
If you or someone you know have any interest in purchasing at Society Residences, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at 786-247-6332.
Fortune International Group and Blue Road Group Announces Nexo Residences in North Miami Beach
Nexo Residences, a 254-unit condo building with no short-term rental limitations in North Miami Beach, has been launched by Fortune International Group and Blue Road.
The proposed site is located at 13899 Biscayne Blvd., with Blue Road of Bay Harbor Islands and Fortune of Miami having a deal with Aventura-based Tomaja LLC for the 1.74-acre site. Currently on this site is a 36,661-square-foot office structure, built-in 1958, which would be removed.
Nexo Residences, according to the developers, will be the first condo in North Miami Beach to allow short-term rentals. Some investors choose short-term rentals as a method to supplement their revenue by offering properties on home-sharing services like Airbnb.
According to the President and CEO of Fortune, Edgardo Defortuna, “Nexo Residences will serve as the premier short-term rental offering in North Miami Beach, an area that has been underserved in the hotel and rental products; most projects of this kind concentrate in downtown Miami and Brickell.”
The Nexo’s 15-story units would vary from 525-square-foot studios to 2,190-square-foot townhouses pricing beginning in the $400,000s.
Residence Features:
Fully finished
Floor-to-ceiling windows
Porcelain flooring
Built-in bedroom closets
Dedicated lockable owners’ closets
Expansive balconies with glass railings
European style kitchens
Quartz counters
Matte black fixtures
Smart key access
Self-service package system
Amenities
Lounge
Tech hub with a café and coworking space
Playground
Clubroom
Fitness center with a yoga studio and virtual trainer
Rooftop observatory deck
Pool deck
2 Spa pools with loungers
Private event area
The project will be designed by Frankel Benayoun Architects with landscapes and interiors by Urban Robot. According to the press release, Fortune International Group and Blue Road hope to break ground by the end of 2022.
Aston Martin Residences Miami Exceeds 90% in Sales Breaking Records in January and February 2022
Developers for Aston Martin Residences Miami recently announced that sales continue to climb and there seems to be no stopping the upward direction of unit prices. Sales for this new tower have surpassed 90%, beating its own records for both January and February 2022.
According to Alejandro Aljanati, CMO of G&G Business Developments, the business behind the project in partnership with premium brand Aston Martin, January and February 2022 combined completed over $100 million in sales. There are more under contract leaving less than 40 units available for much anticipated luxury tower.
According to Aljanati with the tower 90% sold, “This is called scarcity and rarity. There’s no inventory. The whole building is increasing prices. So even if you bought an apartment six months ago, you will make a very good profit.”
The tower’s penthouse, which is the only triplex penthouse in an Aston Martin structure, has boosted its asking price from $50 million to $59 million as a result of the increasing demand. The purchase still includes the extremely rare Aston Martin Vulcan.
Units range from studio to 4 bedroom floor plans with square footage beginning at 698. River and Panoramic units start at $750,000 and rise to $8+ million depending on the floor plan and unit location. As for the Sky and Penthouse residences, units begin at $14 million reaching well over $50 million.
Development Information
Developer: G&G Business Developments
General Construction: Coastal Construction
Architect and Design Team: Luis Revuelta of Miami and Bodas-Miani-Anger of Argentina
Residence Features
Private service entrance at basement level for all move-ins and personnel
Bulthaup custom cabinetry in kitchens
White marble floors throughout the entire unit and porcelain in all balconies
Quartz countertops in the kitchen. Piatra Grey (Ceasarstone) or similar
Gagganeau appliances in all residences: (sizes depends on units)
Duravit wall-mounted toilets in all units throughout the building and bidets in select units
All bathrooms feature marble floorings and walls (Thassos or similar
Hansgrohe faucets in secondary bathrooms and exclusive Axor model in master and powder bathrooms
Italian Bertolotto doors with AGB hardware in all units
Wood-paneled front doors to residence with programmable smartphone technologies such as NFC and Bluetooth
Floor soundproofing system installed throughout all units including all bathrooms
Walls dividing units with corridors will be 10″ wide with layers of Quiet Rock improving soundproofing
German Schuco hardware on sliding glass doors
ThyssenKrupp “Destination Dispatch” elevator system from main lobbies getting passengers to their destination in the shortest travel time and enabling access only to their own floor for enhanced security
High-speed elevators going up to 1200 feet per minute
High-speed internet and Wi-Fi hotspots in all common areas
Cast iron pipes and risers avoiding Waterflow noises
Amenities
Full-service building with concierge and hospitality-inspired services
Super Yacht Marina facilities
“The Aston Martin Club” membership
Rooftop infinity pool located on 55th floor
Fitness Spa and Fitness Center with Meditation Room and Treatments Suites
Private Steam, Sauna, and Locker Facilities
Pet-friendly building
Building designed with a helipad on the rooftop
24-hour valet and covered garage self-parking
Valet charging stations for electric cars
Valet Butler
Additional bicycle and private storage spaces
10 destination controlled super hi-speed elevators and separate dedicated service elevators
Digital connection to concierge and all building amenities from every residence
State-of-the-art Business Center and Conference Rooms
Art Gallery and Art Lobby on 53rd floor
Private Residence Movie Theatre, Event Space, Kids Playroom, Teen Center, and Game Rooms
Virtual Golf
Beauty Salon with blow-dry station, pedicure chair, manicure table, and wash stations
Construction for Aston Martin Residences Miami is expected to be completed by the end of 2022. If you or someone you know have any interest in purchasing at Aston Martin Residences, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at 786-247-6332.
Need an Airbnb in Miami for the Weekend? You Can Now Stay in Bad Bunny’s Semi Truck
Yes, you heard that right. You can now stay in the Puerto Rican reggaeton superstar’s truck. Starting March 29th at 1 pm EST, Bad Bunny will play host to guests who rent his converted 53 ft custom tour truck.
For three individual one-night stays, a fan will be able to book the truck for $91 a night (not including tax or Airbnb fees). The dates are scheduled for April 6th through the 8th and with the price comes a lot of perks!
Guests who end up booking the tour truck will also receive VIP tickets to Baby Bunny’s Miami Tour that is set for April 1st-3rd, access to the truck’s sound system, a photoshoot with the truck, and a tour to all of Bad Bunny’s favorite Miami spots. Although Bad Bunny won’t be there to host, there will be a virtual hello each guest can look forward to.
Bad Bunny, Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio is his real name, is a Puerto Rican Rapper, record producer, singer, actor, and professional wrestler. His genres include reggaeton and Latin trap, but he is known for his versatility and his ability to incorporate soul, rock, and bachata into his music. Born in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, Bad Bunny became famous through SoundCloud and ended up signing with a label in early 2016.
He is known for his collaborations with Cardi B, Drake, Dady Yankee, and J Balvin. In 2018, he was awarded a Latin Grammy for Best Urban Music Album. He also performed at the Super Bowl LIV halftime show alongside Shakira and Jennifer Lopez. More recently, he became the first Latin artist on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine.
According to Bad Bunny, “I’m hoping that by hosting guests in my truck I can give them a chance to feel like they’re on tour with me. This truck has played such a big role in the concept of my tour and my last album that I want to share this unique experience with them.”
The truck was designed by West Coast Customs and has made an appearance on stage during a few of his shows. The truck includes a pined bedroom with a neon bunny on the wall, a dining area, and a mini-fridge. And don’t worry about parking because the truck will be located in a private lot with 24-hour security during your stay.
Bad Bunny’s El Ultimo Tour Del Mundo in Miami is sold out but with this Airbnb opportunity, tickets are closer than you think! To reserve his tour truck or to get more information, click here.
