Friday, May 21, 2010

Daily Candy Miami - The Weekend Guide‏

The Weekend Guide
Miami Events and Diversions
market boutique miami!

Yes, you May.

SHOP
Market
What: The indie boutique (think Anthropologie) carries clothing (Gypsy, LA Made, Free People, Indah), accessories, gifts, and home decor.
Why: Local talent includes Kimberly Nicole jewelry and art by Talia Rodriguez.
When: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 8851 SW 132nd St., across from The Falls (305-964-7031). Map It

SAMPLE
Gibraltar Brasserie Prix Fixe Dinner
What: A three-course tasting menu for $40, plus the city’s best waterfront view.
Why: Regional oysters, swordfish steak nicoise, filet frites with truffle Parmesan fries, and Key lime pie with salted graham cracker crust.
When: Thru July 31. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: 4 Grove Isle Dr., Coconut Grove (305-857-5007). Map It

TRADE
Swap Miami
What: Exchange clothing (men’s, women’s, children’s), accessories, and furniture for unimaginable treasures.
Why: You need to declutter.
When: Sat. Registration, noon; swap, 12:30-6 p.m.
Where: Cafeina, 297 NW 23rd St., Wynwood (305-438-0047). Tickets ($8) in advance online. Map It

PAMPER
Two-for-One at The Spa at Conrad Miami
What: Book any treatment (45 minutes or longer), and your friend’s is free.
Why: Split the cost. Duh.
When: Thru June 30. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 1395 Brickell Ave. (305-503-6533). Map It

HEAR
Yann Martel
What: The author of Life of Pi reads from his new book, Beatrice and Virgil.
Why: A holocaust story of a man, a donkey, and a howler monkey on a journey to solve the mystery of a taxidermist.
When: Sat., 7 p.m.
Where: Books & Books Coral Gables, 265 Aragon Ave. (305-442-4408). Map It

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