Michelin-Starred Restaurant Carbone – Makes Debut in South Beach – Plans to Open Additional Eateries in Miami
One of the hottest spots in Miami right now is the Michelin-starred Carbone restaurant. With its remarkable menu, retro-style French décor, and its iconic location; Carbone has become a staple in the South Beach neighborhood in such a short time.
This Michelin-Starred restaurant is the first of many restaurants that Major Food Group plans to open. This hospitality company is ran by Mario Carbone, Rich Torrisi, and Jeff Zalaznick; whom also opened the original Carbone in New York in 2012. They are also in the process of working on restaurants in Miami’s Design District and the Brickell Neighborhood.
Located at 49 Collins Avenue, this luxurious and Ken Fulk design is truly awe-inspiring. Captains fitted in Zac Posen tuxedos guide customers through menu options and salads are prepared tableside for the full Carbone experience. The menu includes raw-bar platters featuring stone crab claws, crab knuckle sandwiches, spicy rigatoni, or veal parmigiana.
Carbone is the first piece of the expansion and the Major Food Group plans to open a private member’s club with Japanese food this spring as well as a French-style Steakhouse in Brickell in September.
Carbone remembers his first trip to South Beach for the Wine & Food Festival in 2012, “I remember vividly one of the first trips we took here together. We had an absolute blast. If you told those kids who were drunk at La Sandwicherie back then that they would be opening on First and Collins, that would have been their dream come true. That’s as good as it gets.”
The Major Group isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Zalaznick states that “I’ve been here for the last 10 months. As I spent more and more time here, I really realized that this city is an incredible place to live and work in a full-time capacity.”
Block Capital Group and Kushner Companies LLC Breaks Ground on Wynwood Neighborhood Project
This project will consist of 152 apartments, 46,000 square feet of office space, 33,500 square of retail space, and 232 parking spaces with three roof decks and a large courtyard. There will be one-five and one-eight story buildings located at 129 N.W. 26th Street and 127 N.W. 27th Street, giving it the name WYND 27 and WYND 28.
According to Nicole Kushner Meye, Principal at Kushner, “This project is poised to mesh into the unparalleled Wynwood context and culture, while at the same time expand the vision and limits of this neighborhood with a tremendous addition of creative office, retail, and public space.”
There has been no reported completion date for the construction but we will update this article as the construction and time-line continues.
Subway Corporate Makes its Move to Miami
According to Restaurant Business Online; Subway, the Milford Connecticut based sandwich chain, will be relocating 10% of its operations to Miami. The new location is reported to be near Miami National Airport which also happens to be closer to home of John Chidsey, CEO of Subway, in Coral Gables.
In a statement following the company’s announcement, “A Miami presence allows us to keep our finger on the pulse of more cultural conversations and the evolving tastes of the modern consumer. With its dynamic business climate, diverse population and multicultural influences, it is the ideal place to transition some of our consumer-facing roles.”
The departments that are relocating include; marketing, culinary teams, and global transformation teams. This move will also make their U.S. and Canada based teams have stronger integration with their supply chains. Subway plans to move by the spring of 2022.
This change for Subway comes after a year of layoffs and an ‘executive overhaul,’ with a large number of store closings and buyouts.
Chidsey’s former chain, Burger King, is also located in Miami, as well as its sister company – Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen.
Take a Look Inside Miami’s Most Exclusive and Expensive Penthouse For Sale at The Estates of Acqualina for $59 Million
Welcome to the Palazzo Di Paradiso in the Boutique Tower at The Estates at Acqualina! Listed at $59 Million, this unique penthouse features over 17,000 square feet of flawless architecture, remarkable 360-degree water views, and 2,500 square feet of outdoor living space. It is the most expensive penthouse/condo for sale in all of South Florida by $20 million.
This two-story penthouse boasts up to 9 bedrooms, 10.5 bathrooms, and 21-foot-high ceilings throughout, and a private 4-car air-conditioned garage. The 2 private pools, one cantilevered over 600 feet of sand. The guest suite features 1 bedroom with a full-kitchen perfect for guests!
This is truly a unique and rare listing because it is entirely customizable and full furnished by Fendi, Baccarat, Bugatti, and Trussardi.
Not only is the penthouse unique but the building amenities are exclusive and cutting-edge!
Building Amenities:
Ice-skating rink
Golf simulator
Wall Street Trader’s Clubroom
Cigar Lounge & Billiards room
Teen game area
AcquaFit Fitness & Wellness Center
Wine Room
Private poolside cabanas
Bocce court
Basketball Court
Sculptured art gardens
Outdoor pool table
Meditation areas
Bowling alley with 4 lanes
Formula One racing simulator
Movie-screening theater
Children’s play area
Relaxation lounge
Speakeasy Disco
Zero-entry, infinity-edge and adults-only pools
FlowRider® surfing simulator
Soccer field
Walking and jogging trails
Dog park
Gazebos
In the Boutique Tower, there are also 4 restaurants:
Avra
IL Mulino
Costa Gril
Ke-uH
According to Michael Goldstein, President of Sales, explains, “Our aim was to make this a total turnkey, effortlessly elegant home, and save the buyer a year of decorating.”
Phase 1 of Miami’s ‘The Underline,’ 10-Mile Long Park is Now Open
Miami’s Metrorail has opened its doors and space for the newest 10-mile long park called ‘The Underline.’ It is located on the underside of the Miami Metrorail. Once it is complete, it will begin in Downtown Miami stretching 10-miles all the way to South Miami.
The spaces will be filed with a bike/walking path, exercise areas, butterfly gardens, dog parks, performance areas and even horticultural designs by Fairchild Tropical Garden.
This city has just finished phase 1 of this park with phases continuing through 2025. The first half-mile from Brickell Station to Vizcaya Station is now open for exploration.
According to theUnderline.org, the 10-mile park will be separated into 4 separate areas, with each area having its’ own special purpose and features.
River Room
Separated walking and biking paths
Dog friendly with dog bowls, clean up bags, and play space
Native vegetation
Urban Gym
Strengthening and stretching station
Half-court basketball or soccer field
Running track
Promenade
Sound stage
Gaming station
Outdoor dining area
Oolite Room
20 butterfly gardens along the 10-mile park
The designers are hoping it’ll serve as a space to improve the safety and healthy lifestyles of Miami residents as well as visitors. Phase 2 is set to begin soon and will start at Vizcaya Station.
Is Kim Kardashian Moving to Miami?
American media personality and socialite, Kim Kardashian may be making the move to Miami along with other celebrities who are leaving the west coast. With announcements of her recent filing for divorce from rapper Kayne West; Life & Style Magazine have revealed that Kim K. is “checking out Miami real estate – and Miami men.”
Her claim to fame came when she first debuted on television as the personal stylist and friend to Paris Hilton. Over the years, she has created brands KKW Beauty, KKW Fragrance, and SKIMS; as well as starring in a hit reality tv show ‘Keeping Up with the Kardashians’ that just ended its’ final season. Sources have said that Kim K. wants to restart her life and has referenced Miami being her target.
Florida is known for its less strict COVID guidelines, no state income tax, and lower cost of living; it should be of no surprise that a large number of celebrities are leaving the west coast and moving to South Florida.
Other celebrities that have made their way to Miami include; Ivanka and Jared Kushner purchasing their $32.2 million estate in Miami Beach’s Indian Creek, Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen purchased a $17 million home also in Indian Creek, and Rob Gronkowski purchasing a $1.7 million condo in the Marquis Residences.
Kim and her sister Kourtney Kardashian previously lived in Miami from 2009-2013 when they filmed their spin-off series; ‘Kourtney and Kim Take Miami.’ Whether she purchases a condo in downtown or in the famous Indian Creek where many celebs flock too, we will definitely be on the look out for Kim Kardashian’s next moves!
Is Miami Going to Become the Next Silicon Valley? If it’s up to Mayor Francis Suarez, it Will Be.
Since the infamous tweet from Miami’s own Mayor Francis Suarez in early December of 2020, he has become very creative in his attempts at recruitment of relocating big tech and financial companies to Miami.
According to CNBC, the “How can I help?” tweet generated more that 2.3 million organic impressions. “It gave me the impetus and energy and incentive to keep tweeting and connecting at a very high rate,” Suarez said. From December 2020 alone, he has had more than 27 million impressions on his account and he hasn’t stopped there.
In his latest marketing efforts, commuters in San Francisco were greeted by their usual sign but this one had a different message. “Thinking about moving to Miami? DM me,” was sprawled across the billboard that resembled a tweet.
This particular signage is right above the 9th Street exit off westbound I-80 that leads to Twitter’s San Francisco headquarters. The only information we do know is that Twitter employees are currently working remotely until the end of summer 2021.
His campaign seems to be working with a few known tech giants and companies committing to relocating to Miami. Keith Rabois, former executive of Square and Paypal, David Blumber-Manager of Blumberg, and Scott Absher- CEO of ShiftPixy are just a few.
“My job is… to make sure people understand this is not a moment. This is a movement,” he said. “We’re going to continue to do everything we can to attract the entrepreneurial and intellectual class of our country to Miami to create high-paying jobs in a city like ours that wants to continue to grow,” says Mayor Suarez.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers’, Rob Gronkowski, calls Marquis Residences Miami, Home
If you do not know who Rob Gronkowski is, surely you know him from this past Sunday’s Super Bowl Win by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Gronkowski also referred to as ‘The Gronk,’ is the tight end for Tampa. Notable for being a skilled receiver and talented blocker, he has set many NFL records including being the only tight end in history to reach 1,000 yards or more.
After he retired from The New England Patriots in 2019, he immediately sold his condo in Boston and became a Miami inhabitant at the Marquis Residences. Gronkowski paid $1.7 million for the suite, which was originally owned by retired Norwegian Soccer player, John Carew. Original asking price was $2.5 million. With its impressive 20-foot ceilings, floor to ceiling glass walls/windows, marble staircases, and views of Biscayne Bay, it is sure to impress!
Rob Gronkowski isn’t the only celebrity to call the Marquis home. Rapper, Drake sold his condo to former point-guard for the Miami Heat, Mario Chalmers. This condo, which was featured in Rapper, DJ Khalid’s famous hit “I’m on One,” music video, includes two combined units with a total of 5,400+ square footage, infinity pool, and Miami skyline views.
The Marquis Residences Miami offers a variety of options including single-level floor plans to two-story penthouse suites, rooftop terraces, and/or outdoor whirlpools. Amenities supersede this 67-floor building.
Amenities:
24-hour doorman security, valet and concierge, and housekeeping
Climatized residential storage facilities
Two-story spa and fitness center with sauna and steam room
Infinity-edge sunrise swim spa, and lagoon-style sunset pool
Clubroom with full gourmet kitchen, large screen plasma TV
Building-wide wireless internet cloud
70 channels of cable TV
Retail shops and restaurants
Japanese water gardens.
Poolside juice and salad bar
Business center
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing one of the Marquis Residences Condos, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at 786-247-6332.
A First Look at Panorama Tower
I recently had the pleasure of attending a group tour of the 49th floor at Panorama Tower: the 85-story mammoth development located at 1101 Brickell Avenue, encompassing a newly opened luxury rental community, along with (eventually) hotel, retail, and office space. Given that the building received its first TCO (temporary certificate of occupancy) only a few days prior, I was told that it was a special VIP treat to get a ride up the elevator and actually view rental units in person. While a construction manager escorted us to the appropriate floor, the leasing specialists delighted in no longer needing to don hardhats and work boots to visit the tower, also noting that air conditioning was a brand new addition.
Even completely empty, the 2-story lobby felt every bit as grand as it should in a building of this magnitude, as did the enormous porte-cochere. The elevator ride to 49 was amazingly quick. The construction manager beamed with pride while he praised the elevator’s security features and explained that guests must be granted specific access in order to get anywhere in the building. While I can’t speak for the other sections of the building, the elevator lobby we used to access floor 49 housed a total of 8 high-speed elevators. According to the floor plan map in the brochure, floors 23 through 51 (otherwise known as City Levels) offer only 1 and 2 bedroom residences – whereas floors 53 through 84 (the Sky Levels) offer 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units.
The 1 and 2 bedroom floorplans I viewed were surprisingly spacious. Whereas new construction condos in Brickell seem to trade living area for amenities, at Panorama, I found large living rooms, bedrooms, closets, and dens. Though kitchen islands were somewhat brief, overall kitchen storage seemed adequate, and the quality and colors of the finishes rival some of the pricier new buildings of greater downtown Miami. Floor to ceiling glass highlighted some breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay and Coconut Grove, and I couldn’t help but wonder how they’d look from the 85th floor. The 868-foot tower is currently the tallest residential tower south of Manhattan, so views that high will stretch as far as the eye can see.
All in all, I was impressed by what I saw on the 49th floor of Panorama Tower (especially of the floor plans and views) and would be excited to see more. I was told that amenities will be opening over the next few weeks, including a pool on the East side of the building that will be shared with the onsite hotel, and a larger one on the Westside that will be exclusive to residents. Other amenities include a poolside cafe & bar, fitness center, spa, yoga & pilates studio, two social lounges, a “muse” room/music studio, three private movie theatres, private dining and entertainment rooms, children’s playroom, personal wine lockers, billiards room, onsite pet daycare/grooming/boarding, and a cyber cafe/coffee bar.
The leasing specialist mentioned at the end of our tour that pricing will be going up next week, but at the time of this writing, the most affordable unit available is a 1 bed plus den, 1.5 bath residence on the 30th floor, featuring city views and 1,161 square feet for $2,856 per month. The most affordable unit on the water-facing side of the building is a 1 bed plus den, 1.5 bath residence for only $2,912 per month, with 1,142 square feet and located on the 34th floor. I was also told that previously scheduled move-ins were just beginning, and that depending on the unit, some of the earliest available move-ins going forward would be mid-July. To learn more about renting a luxury apartment at Panorama Tower, contact [email protected] or call 305-428-3860.
