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South Beach Wine and Food Festival presented by Capital One returns with unmatched scale and energy. In 2026, that transformation carries extra weight. SOBEWFF is celebrating its 25th anniversary, marking a milestone that reflects how far the Festival has come and how deeply it has shaped the national culinary conversation. What began as a regional food gathering is now one of the most influential experiential platforms in the country, drawing more than 500 chefs and celebrity talent and tens of thousands of attendees annually.

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Miami Beach, a city founded on the principle that nothing should ever take longer than ordering a cortadito, has finally admitted defeat. The traffic is bad- biblically bad-and the municipal solution is wonderfully literal: water taxis. For the second year in a row and beginning on December 1, the city will run a small flotilla of free boats shuttling people between Miami Beach and the mainland every ten to fifteen minutes, complete with connecting shuttles to the Convention Center and Collins Avenue.

Miami Beach's dining scene welcomes a vibrant new addition with the opening of Pauline, a seafood-forward restaurant, and its adjoining cocktail lounge, Little Torch, at The Shelborne By Proper, 1801 Collins Avenue. Officially opening on November 9, Pauline marks a defining new chapter in coastal cuisine and cocktail culture, blending Caribbean-Latino influences, Michelin-caliber technique, and the timeless allure of Miami Beach's Art Deco heritage.

Pauline is my love letter to Caribbean-Latino food; rooted in memory and culture, shaped by craft, and grounded in a deep respect for simplicity and the ocean that's always called me home.

Ezio's originated as a pop-up inside Roberta's Bushwick location in 2024, and it will transition into a standalone steakhouse at 72 Park in Miami Beach.

The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that the two girls who died after a barge collided with a sailboat in Miami Beach accidentally drowned, specifically identifying them as Mila Yankelevich and Erin Victoria Ko Han.

Ken Griffin's donation of $15 million will support the construction of a new five-story cancer center at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, aiding local cancer research and treatment.

"We put the entire audience inside of the set with projections," festival director Michael Rossi says. "Last year, we did a 'space symphony,' consisting of Gustav Holst's 'The Planets.' It was basically like a Disney ride where the audience was flying from one planet to the other and the whole room was moving with those projections. And that was so popular that we ran for over seven weeks."

Balfour, an iconic art deco gem located in Miami Beach's upscale South of Fifth enclave, unveils an exciting new chapter as part of Morgans Originals.

The sex crime trial for Ohad Fisherman is set to begin on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, with jury selection starting on the same day.

The raids on Diddy's mansions followed allegations from a former producer, indicating involvement in a broad criminal sex trafficking organization. Despite being found not guilty of federal sex trafficking, Diddy faces serious charges related to prostitution, which could lead to significant prison time.

It's the end of an era. As we draw the curtain on an incredible 20 year journey, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude. Your support has been the foundation of our success.

"The Moxy is a Mexican-themed hotel with a popular all-mezcal bar, Mexican restaurant, and multiple open-air areas that resemble similar venues in Mexico, which really elevates the experience for the guest."

The Hyundai Air & Sea Show is designed to showcase the might of the U.S. Armed Forces and first responder agencies, offering breathtaking aerial and sea demonstrations.

Paya is a vibrant new addition to South Beach, offering island-inspired dining that blends Caribbean, Southeast Asian, and Spanish coastal flavors with a focus on local produce.

The Donatella Boutique Hotel & Restaurant, opening May 9 in Miami Beach, contrasts the surrounding Art Deco atmosphere with its unique Mediterranean vibe and personalized service.

Thirty-two people were rescued from a sinking yacht off Miami Beach this weekend, with agencies working together to ensure no injuries were reported.

When you cross this door, you won't feel like you're in Miami Beach. We want you to feel like you're at a beach club in Italy.