Miami day 2

After our night out with Curtis, we woke up to a gorgeous 80 degree beach day.  Life is good.

We enjoyed the beach then headed to the spa for massages. In all honesty, they weren't quite relaxing. Those ladies were there to work out our kinks! After 90 minutes of prodding elbows and knot releasing, Anj and I needed a cocktail! So we headed over to the the Mondrian Hotel for drinks and a sunset. This place is magical.

We zipped back to our hotel to get ready for our next event, a Ceviche and Cocktail party at the Botanical Gardens hosted by Emerill. The ambiance was breathtaking. It felt like a whimsical party in the forest.

They served hand crafted cocktails at every turn. We only needed more food!

Ceviche arrived! But you had to be quick to grab it. Everyone was starving.

My favorite was the octopus ceviche. So much flavor, kudos to the chef!

Another successfull night. I love South Beach.

Welcome to Miami

Come February every year, I desperately need a break from winter. My first Chicago winter meant I needed it more than ever. I'm a very lucky lady and was able to head off to the tropical beaches of South Beach with my best friend. 

We popped into a little Cuba restaurant as soon as we arrived.This burrata and guava paste dish was phenomenal.

They blend mint into their mojitos. Pure Genius. I must remember this for summer.

The South Beach Food and Wine Festival was in full swing when we arrived.  First up was The Q after Dark hosted by Moet and Hennessey...

And the lovely Curtis Stone. His dish was the best of the night, tasty shrimp tacos!

I clearly enjoyed every last bite. Thanks, Curtis!

So gorgeous!

 

Not even 10 hours into our trip and I had fully adjusted to sandals and no coats. Ahh. Stay tuned for day two; a ceviche and garden party hosted by Emerill.

Hang me out to dry

Feeling some Nicole Richie inspiration this weekend. Off to a wedding and totally wearing a sheer maxi skirt. But secretly wishing I could rock leopard booties. Oh ankle.

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