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L’Atelier Gourmet and AB Fine Wines

I just came back from a wine tasting at L’Atelier Gourment and AB Fine Wines.  What a great way to spend a Friday evening!  I went with some French friends who went crazy over the pastries saying they were so French they reminded them of their childhood.  I tasted (and purchased) some amazing wines to start figuring out what I will be serving at Thanksgiving.

If you live and/or work in Downtown Dadeland, take a stroll across U.S. 1.  They have wine tastings most Friday evenings.

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Pier 66 Marina At Hyatt Ft. Lauderdale

Pier 66 Yachting is a huge part of the South Florida Lifestyle and the yachts at Pier 66 today were gorgeous.  One was called Milk Money…I had all sorts of fun guessing where owner made the money to buy that yacht!  Want to venture a guess?  What are some of your favorite marinas?

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Great Wine and Tapas Bar – In a Gas Station!

Miami Tapas Bar
Miami Tapas Bar

The other day I was heading back to the office and I was starving so I pulled into a gas station that I knew had awesome sandwiches.  Guess I haven’t been in there for a really long time because when I walked in, there was wine everywhere and the back of the gas station had been converted into a mini “taverna”,  called El Carajo, complete with a wine bar and small wooden tables.  Since I was starving, I ordered a bunch of tapas to go:  Tortilla de Chorizo, Croquetas de Bacalao, and Boquerones.  They were all delicious and I had enough to snack on later that evening and the next day.  I only wish I hadn’t had to go back to work so I could have done some wine tasting.  They had an amazing selection and very reasonable prices.  I will definitely be back.

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Florida Life Neighborhood News Pinecrest Things To Do

Pinecrest Gardens To Charge Small Admission Fee

Pinecrest Gardens will be charging a minor entrance fee.  $3.00 for adults and $2.00 for children is all it will cost to spend a beautiful day cruising the gardens.  Children will love feeding the fish, looking for turtles, visiting the butterfly garden, going to the petting zoo, playing on the playground or splashing in the water park.  Although many people have been enjoying the park for free, the Village of Pinecrest decided to reinstate an admission fee, though much lower than previous fees, to help cover the $1.5 million it costs to maintain the gardens and increase the programing.

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Florida Life Freebies Things To Do

Hollywood Beach

myphoto(30)Art Deco buildings, wide beach, easy parking, and walking distance to Le Tub.  What more could you ask for for a great day at the beach!

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Matheson Hammock Park – A Great Place For Kids

Fun in the Sun
Fun in the Sun

Whether swimming to get cool, playing in the sand, fishing off the shore, catching little crabs with nets, watching the kite surfers, or lazing under the shade of the palm trees, this is a great place to spend the day with kids.

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10 Things I Love About Aventura

  1. Laurenzo’s Italian Center – Whether you are a gourmet cook and want amazing Italian ingredients or want something already prepared, you will enjoying cruising up and down the isles of this well-known local gourmet supermarket.
  2. Founders Park – Located on a 12-acres site, this park has something for everyone.  Tennis, ball fields, exercise trails, picnic shelters and a splash park for the kids (residents get into splash park free with id, non-residents pay $10).
  3. Size/Value of condos.  If you are renting or selling, you can usually find a larger condo in Aventura than you could in Brickell or Miami Beach, and usually for less.  Search for yourself.
  4. Location:  Close to Ft. Lauderdale, Miami,(and their respective airports and ports) and just a jump to the beach
  5. Boating
  6. Don Soffer exercise trail- this 3 mile loop is perfect for running, walking the pets, or taking an evening stroll
  7. The Farimont Turnberry Golf and Country Club – in addition to having a world class spa and golf course, the restaurants are also amazing.
  8. William’s Island – this enclave of homes, condos, and town homes, all surrounded by water, includes its own private club and is a relaxing jewel of a community, close to everything in Aventura, including a Fresh Market.
  9. Proximity to Gulfstream Park – What a great way to spend the day.  If watching the horse races isn’t your thing, at least stop by and watch the beautiful animals parade around the courtyard prior to each race, then take off and go eat, shop or dance, at one of the many venues.
  10. Mo’s Bagel and Diner – My Dad is a New Yorker who hasn’t lived there since he was born, but it’s in his blood, and Mo’s makes him feel like he is back there.

If I were a shopper, I would add the Aventura Mall.  I personally can’t stand shopping, but this mall is amazing.  It is large, clean and has such a variety of stores.  If you can’t find what you are looking for here, you probably don’t need it.

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Pinecrest Repertory Theatre Presents Oleanna

From May 15, the Pinecrest Repertory Theatre will be presenting David Mamet’s Oleanna.  The production will be held at the Banyan Bowl in Pinecrest Gardens.

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Freebies Neighborhood News Pinecrest Things To Do

Soccer Marathon Hosted by The Community Foundation of Pinecrest

The Community Foundation of Pinecrest will be hosting the first annual soccer marathon at Evelyn Greer Park on May 2, 2010.  A raffle for Norwegian Cruise Line tickets and other prizes will help raise money to support the Foundations programs for schools, cultural arts and seniors.  All ages welcome.

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AB Fine Wines – Wine Tastings In Your Home

I just attended a wine tasting at a friend’s home that was put on by AB Fine Wines.  We tasted a  champagne and several wines from France.  In addition to having some very nice wines at extremely reasonable prices, Alex is knowledgeable about a wide variety of wines from all over the world and can work with just about any budget to either help you build your wine cellar or put on a nice evening event.