Miami Beach - Local Life

Fish Dip, Bocce & the Friendliest Man on Earth

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 17:45:00 GMT

This week’s local secret we’re so graciously sharing with you is one of Miami’s oldest hangouts and one of the last original, waterfront Florida establishments untouched by commercial development. It’s also one of the most bizarre places we’ve been to in this crazy city. Shocking, we know.

Your Pup's New Park

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:31:04 GMT

Don't let the summertime heat keep you and your pooch prisoners of the indoors. Put your sneakers on and grab a leash; we have the perfect local spot to keep you and your pup cool this week.

Fire on the 4th

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 18:24:28 GMT

Ready to have a blast on Independence Day? Looking for a parade, picnic, pool party, fireworks, or a night out on the town? Here are our picks of celebrations happening all over Miami.

EcoAdventures at Deering Estate

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 19:24:05 GMT

As if the history and grandeur of the Deering Estate don’t offer enough to keep you occupied, EcoAdventures, established by the Miami-Dade Parks system, offers eco-bike tours, kayak rentals, moonlight and guided canoe trips to Chicken Key from the property.

Plum's Guide to the Gables

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:35:58 GMT

Sometimes the hustle and bustle of South Beach can be enough to exhaust anyone. If you are yearning for some genuine laid-back Florida lifestyle jump on the US-1 Southbound and head for the enclave of Coral Gables.

Dad Day Afternoon

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 16:40:48 GMT

As Father’s Day approaches, we here at Plum have been brainstorming the best ways to give back to the man who has given so much to you. Since each Dad is different, we’ve got you covered from the sport-obsessed to the fashion conscious, and even, the Pop who likes to be pampered.

Where to Catch the Cup

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:58:21 GMT

One of the most celebrated elements of Miami culture, it it’s diverse population. That’s why, when the World Cup comes around every four years, we find our city cheering not only for the United States, but for countries across the globe. So, as we dust off our jerseys and gather together to watch the games, we not only get our soccer fix but we also celebrate and acknowledge our Miami-style melting pot.

A-Rod Sells His Miami Home for $8,500,000

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 19:35:59 GMT

A-Rod, New York Yankees star, and the most famous player in baseball today, just sold his home in Coral Gables for $8.5 million, a whopping $3.5 million less than the $12 million he paid for it in 2004.

It's Very Uli

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:02:53 GMT

Watch Full Episodes of It's Very Uli - Fashion designer and stylist, Uli Herzner, takes us into her world of beautiful, printed dresses, gorgeous models, and friendly, talented people. She shares her history in fashion industry, and her rather unusual way of creating the remarkabel and unforgettable clothes America saw on Bravo's Project Runway's Third Season.

Michael in Miami

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:02:40 GMT

Watch Full Episodes of Michael in Miami - Michael Honablue takes us on a wild ride around Miami Beach on his skateboard, or whatever apparatus he can get his hands on to showcase the latest in Miami Beach culture, lifestyle, nightlife & music

Plum Picks

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:01:36 GMT

Watch Plum Picks - The ultimate Miami insider's guide! Discover the Best Things in Miami (& the Best Things in Life!) as Plum Picks shows you where to eat, play, stay & more with host Jennifer Santiago.

Five Best Things To Do This Week in Miami

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:01:13 GMT

Watch The Five Best Things To Do This Week in Miami - Every Monday, we post The 5 Best Things to enjoy in the upcoming week. They range from humble to haute and include exciting events, festivals and performances as well as dining, shopping and playing at various treasured spots, shops and institutions. Join Plum TV's Megan Harris as she counts down the Five Best Things To Do This Week in Miami.

A (Somewhat) Bus-Less Art Basel

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:01:23 GMT

A shuttle bus system, which began four years ago, to move Art Basel goers from the Shops at Midtown to various art fairs In Wynwood, Miami Beach & the mainland will not be returning to Art Basel 2009. The funding is there. The staff, however, is not.

Casa Casuarina Apparent Casualty of Rothstein's Alleged Ponzi Scheme

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:45:50 GMT

The famed former South Beach mansion of Gianni Versace, Casa Casuarina, has been shuttered as fallout from minority stakeholder Scott Rothstein's alleged Ponzi scheme.