Citizen Active is a Plum original series devoted to remarkable people who are working for important change. Their approaches are innovative and transformative. These are individuals who treat global and local problems as personal responsibility. They are rolling up their sleeves and getting involved. This exciting four-part documentary series captures the rising spirit of civic activism. As challenges multiply, so does this grassroots corps of individuals actively seeking solutions.
February 3, 2010
in Citizen Active - Featured Organization
The professional athletes and celebs won't be the only thing catching your eye on Miami Beach during the Super Bowl. The South Florida Super Bowl Host Committee's Champions Arch will be illuminating the sky over Ocean and 11th throughout the week. The structure built by Gerdau Ameristeel was created with recycled steel from the Orange Bowl and Sun Life Stadium and is a tribute to the region's rich tradition of hosting Super Bowls (this year being South Florida's 10th year hosting the NFL's championship game).
January 31, 2010
by Jenlle Ferri in Sport & Outdoors
In this episode of Miami Beach Cocktail Culture Gabe and Elad mix up an old school scotch-based cocktail which is so ingrained in Miami Beach it's actually called THE Miami Beach Cocktail. After we learn the basics, the boys use their skills to put a Bar Lab twist on an old favorite.
To make the classic version and the Bar Lab version on your own, check out the recipes below.
Miami Beach Cocktail (Classic Version)
1/2 oz dry vermouth
1 1/2 oz scotch
1 1/2 oz grapefruit juice
Miami Beach Cocktail (Bar Lab Version)
Blackberries (muddled)
1 oz sweet vermouth
1 1/2 oz scotch
1 1/2 oz grapefruit juice
January 28, 2010
in Video
Follow celebrity photographer Seth Browarnik through a hectic, star studded evening at the Delano as he orchestrates, and photographs, Ocean Drive's 17th Anniversary celebration. Celebrities in attendance included Kim Kardashian and brother Rob, Michael Caine, Mike Piazza, and Alex Rodriguez.
January 22, 2010
by Eben Hall in Video
Olympic Gold Medalist & U.S. Ski Team member Jonny Moseley joins Ramona Bruland & Oliver Sharpe on Top Of The Mountain to debate which locations have the BEST snow. Jonny's choice for North America? Lake Tahoe. His choice for best snow in the world? Alaska. Go USA!
January 19, 2010
in Video
Sex and the City star Cynthia Nixon came out as a gay woman nearly 5 years ago and now she's come to Miami Beach to join the American Civil Liberties Union of Florida's three year campaign to end Florida's gay adoption ban.
For more information on ACLU and how you can be involved in the fight for gay rights, visit: www.advocate.com
January 15, 2010
in Video
photo courtesy of AP
South Beach Burger King will soon open a restaurant with a Whopper Bar, where customers will be able to buy a beer and a burger. A whopper combo, including a burger, Anheuser-Busch or MillerCoors beer, and fries will cost $7.99 at the Miami Beach restaurant.
January 25, 2010
by
Alex Shay
in Miami Beach Insider Blog
Copyright Sara Sheehy
Bald & Dollar Mountains can be yours...for free! Sun Valley has built a fantastic Mid-Season Madness Stay & Ski Deal that will have you enjoying slopes, and Sun Valley's world class amenities, while leaving your wallet intact.
January 22, 2010
in Sun Valley Insider Blog