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The Coral Gables Self-Care Gift Guide: What a Local Actually Wants to Receive
Consider this your local cheat sheet for giving relaxation: the Gables spa day, the garden membership that keeps on giving, the bookstore date, and tw…
Culture
The Reach of Light Is the Coral Gables Pride Art Show We've Been Waiting For - Opening June 5th
I’m going to be honest — when I found out about The Reach of Light, my first thought was: this is exactly the kind of thing Coral Gables needs more of…
Wellness
RTT Hypnotherapy Miami: What Locals Are Quietly Discovering
Miami women are quietly discovering RTT hypnotherapy — and the results are surprising them. Here's what it is, what it does, and how to try it locally…
Restaurants
Fuku Is Now Open in Coral Gables — Here's What to Order First
David Chang's cult-favorite fried chicken concept Fuku just officially opened its doors at 135 Miracle Mile in Coral Gables. Here's everything you nee…
Activities
Hypnotherapy Miami
A recap of an empowering hypnotherapy event in Miami with Pao Hypnosis — myth-busting, inner critic work, and inner child healing with a powerful comm…
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Coral Gables Love Reading Party - November
Have you gotten your ticket for the Coral Gables Love Reading Party on Saturday, November 15th from 3-5pm at @arteypasioncafemiami? It’s the perfect o…
Restaurants
Best New Brunch in Coral Gables: Mai Sushi
For the Best Matcha Creme Brûlée Toast visit @maisushitapas. Starting Friday, October 3rd, this Coral Gables hidden gem and locals-favorite launches t…
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New Gem: Mai Sushi Tapas & Bar Opens in Coral Gables
Have you been to @maisushitapas? This brand new gem opened on Miracle Mile and you’ll want to check it out soon! This new sushi spot is quickly becomi…
Restaurants
Osumi: Upscale Sushi Restaurant Opens in Coral Gables
Have you been to @osumisushibar? This elevated Japanese-American fusion restaurant with a touch of Latin flair opened recently on Giralda Avenue. Ōsum…
Businesses
Meet Me at Good Morning Coral Gables by The Coral Gables Chamber
Join me and celebrate all things food at the next Good Morning Coral Gables by the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce. I’ll be a panelist on the discuss…
Activities
Join Me For a Full Moon Group Hypnosis For Inner Peace at Lipé House of Wellness
Join me, this Strawberry Full Moon, Monday, June 24th from 8:30-9:30PM, as I guide a 1 hour group hypnosis session upgrading our minds for inner peace…
Restaurants
Francesco Peruvian Restaurant Re-Opens on Miracle Mile
Have you been to @francescorestaurant_ ? This fine dining Peruvian restaurant reopened on Miracle Mile this month. Francesco previously was part of Co…
Activities / Culture
Get Your Tickets For The Coral Gables Love Reading Party June 6th
Bring a physical, digital, or audio book. Read. Connect. Make new book-loving friends! Join us for a reading party at the Next Level Lounge inside Fog…
Restaurants
Maiz Y Agave: Beautiful Mexican Restaurant with Rooftop Opens in Coral Gables
Have you been to the brand new @maizyagavecocinamexicana restaurant in Coral Gables? They opened a few days ago in a gorgeous 3-story building on the …
Activities
First Coral Gables Love Reading Party Photo Gallery
Free books. Free food. Cheap Drinks. Silent Reading. Meeting book-lovers. Thank you to Next Level Lounge & Fogo de Chao for hosting our very first Cor…
Activities / Businesses
New Yoga Studio Opens in Coral Gables: Lipé House of Wellness
Did you know I’ll be teaching yoga classes starting April 1st at the brand new Lipé House of Wellness (@lipehow)? This beautiful wellness center offer…
Restaurants
Best Croissants in Miami: Sundays Croissanterie
Have you been to @sundays.croissanterie? If you’re looking for the best croissants in Miami, you’ll find them here. Best Croissants in Miami on Miracl…
Activities
Coral Gables Love Reading Party March 27th. Get Your Tickets!
Bring a physical, digital, or audio book. Read. Connect. Make new book-loving friends! Join us for a reading party at the Next Level Lounge inside Fog…
Restaurants
Bodega Taqueria Opens in Coral Gables, Right on Miracle Mile
My favorite taco shop @bodegataqueria opened a new location in Coral Gables – right in Miracle Mile. I visited today with @mochifrenchiemiami. Have yo…
Activities
Host a Wine Tasting at Home With Milam's Markets
Have you hosted a wine tasting before? It’s so much fun and the perfect activity to hangout inside with friends when it’s too hot or raining outside. …
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Noma Beach: Waterfront Restaurant in Coral Gables
intro Noma Beach: Waterfront Restaurant in Coral Gables
Businesses
New Gourmet Market Opens in Coral Gables: Milam's Markets
Did you know @MilamsMarkets opened a new location in Coral Gables? It’s on Douglas Avenue (37th Ave) right off Bird Road (40th st). It has super easy,…
Restaurants
TUR Kitchen: Upscale Mediterranean in Coral Gables
Have you been to TUR Kitchen, an upscale Mediterranean restaurant in Coral Gables? This contemporary, ingredient-forward concept is a journey of the f…
Restaurants
Must Try Brunch at Eclectico Restaurant in Merrick Park
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Paola Mendez (@coralgableslove) Have you visited the new restaurant Eclectico Miami located at Merrick Pa…
Restaurants
Fogo De Chão Opens in Downtown Coral Gables
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Paola Mendez (@coralgableslove) Did you know Fogo De Chão opened in downtown Coral Gables today? The trad…
Restaurants
The Gramercy: 10 Reasons To Visit This New Restaurant in Coral Gables
New Coral Gables restaurant, The Gramercy, has opened with a fun, unique vibe serving steaks, burgers, and other American Brasserie favorites done per…
Activities
Unique Valentine's Date Ideas in Coral Gables
Love is in the air and we want to do something special to celebrate it. Going to a regular dinner date at a restaurant doesn’t seem romantic enough th…
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Feeling Artsy: Where to Eat in Wynwood
Where to eat? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Here’s a definitive list of where to eat in Wynwood!
Restaurants
Amazing Spots for Happy Hour in Coral Gables
Let’s get our drink on—on a budget! Happy hour in Coral Gables is everyone’s favorite time of the day. Read here for more!
Restaurants
Cheap & Delicious: Best Restaurants For Lunch in Coral Gables
Coral Gables is known for its professional atmosphere during the day. Lunch hour turns into a rush hour in the city’s downtown area with working profe…
Activities / Culture
Miami's Latest Instagram Hot Spot Opens in Downtown Coral Gables
Get ready Miami, your Instagram feed is about to be flooded with colorful umbrellas. The City of Coral Gables has unveiled the Umbrella Sky Project ar…
Businesses
Why Delivery Dudes Is My Go-To Food Delivery Service
I am excited to share with you why I prefer to order food using our sponsor, Delivery Dudes! Sometimes you’re too busy. Sometimes you’re too tired. So…
Restaurants
Miss Saigon: A True Vietnamese Family Restaurant
Photo courtesy of Stacy Moya Vietnamese music plays as you step into Miss Saigon. You are greeted by waiters wearing traditional Vietnamese outfits. T…
Activities
Gift Idea & Giveaway: Vizcaya Museum & Gardens Membership
For the person who has everything, give them a deeper connection to Vizcaya Museum and Gardens with an annual membership. They’ll enjoy members-only e…
Restaurants
Celebrate Thanksgiving Without The Hassle of Cooking - Miami Edition
The clock is ticking if you plan to order the Thanksgiving meal or make reservations for Thanksgiving dinner! Here are the best options in South Flori…
Restaurants
High-End Peruvian Restaurant, Mikuna, Opens in Coral Gables
There are many Peruvian restaurants in South Florida, but I’ve just found my favorite lomo saltado (Peruvian steak stir fry), ceviche, and tres leches…
Restaurants
Try The Toston Sushi Burger At Sushi Kong
Did you know we’ve had an amazing sushi place near Coral Gables for the past 6 months? Sushi Kong serves decadent, king-sized, Latin/Asian fusion cuis…
Activities / Restaurants
Coral Gables Love August Food Tour
I’m so excited to announce the latest Coral Gables Love Food Tour! I’ve partnered with the City of Coral Gables for a food-filled night in Downtown Co…
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Best Places To Watch 4th of July Fireworks in Miami
Independence Day is next week! That means it’s time to make plans for our BBQ and firework celebrations. There are many amazing pyrotechnic shows in M…
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320 Gastrolounge Brings Lomo Saltado Bao Buns to Coral Gables
Bao Buns (steamed Japanese buns) are the latest foodie trend to hit South Florida. As a lover of fluffy, chewy carbs; I thoroughly approve this trend.…
Activities
Register Your Kids At These Unique Miami Summer Camps 2017
Now that school’s out, there are so many fun adventurous summer camps for the kids. We have a round up of some unique Miami Summer camps the kids will…
Recipes
Try These Refreshing Summer Sippers
The following is a sponsored post by Coopers’ Craft Kentucky Bourbon. Summer’s here and it’s getting hot in Miami. When you host your next pool party …
Restaurants
The Best Rotisserie Chicken You've Ever Had Is At House Kitchen & Bar
I am not exaggerating, the best rotisserie chicken I’ve ever tasted was from the recently opened House Kitchen & Bar. Located on Ponce de Leon Blvd ac…
Activities
The Best Miami Summer Camp: City Trekker 2017 at Coral Gables Museum
City Trekker Summer Camp at the Coral Gables Museum continues to flourish as it enters its eighth summer! With exciting themes and new adventures, it’…
Restaurants
There's A New Make-Your-Own Pizza Shop on Miracle Mile
PizzaRev has just opened their doors on Thursday and luckily we can never have enough pizza shops in town. PizzaRev gives you the freedom to make your…
Activities / Restaurants
Coral Gables Love April Food Tour
I’m so excited to announce the latest Coral Gables Love Food Tour! I’ve partnered with the City of Coral Gables for a food-filled night in Downtown Co…
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Coral Gables Love Food Tour on Giralda Avenue Recap
Two weeks ago, in a collaboration with the City of Coral Gables, we went on a food adventure down Coral Gables’ Restaurant Row. 25 foodies visited thr…
Restaurants
Authentic Italian in Coral Gables with Opening of Zucca
Venezuelans bring authentic Italian to Coral Gables with the opening of Zucca March 6, 2017. With family roots in Sicily, Zucca is also introducing a …
Activities
Soul & Sole Satisfying Run Routes
You decided you want to go for a run, so you put on your workout gear. Lace up your sneakers and check to make sure you have some Pitbull on your play…
Shopping
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide in Coral Gables
Valentine’s Day is a special time to spend with those you love the most. Whether it’s with your significant other, your family or friends. It’s a day …
Worth Venturing Out of The Gables
Where to Eat Croissants after 5pm Today
We love celebrating food with you, and today we salute National Croissant Day. The crescent-shaped roll is served on more than just breakfast menus ac…
Restaurants
Burgers All Day at BurgerFi
A burger for breakfast, lunch, or dinner; those are the kind of options we like. And with a beautiful location facing Miracle Mile, having burgers all…
Activities / Culture
Coral Gables Love Geeky Book Club
Why Coral Gables Love Geeky Book Club As a book worm I yearn to discuss all my recent reads with fellow book lovers. When something amazing, funny or …
Shopping
Top Gifts To Get Your Coworkers This Christmas
The Christmas Season is the most cheerful time of the year; however, when it comes to Christmas shopping it can turn into the most stressful time. All…
Businesses / Shopping
Coral Gables Love Holiday Gift Guide - Book Edition
When it comes to books, we all know Colson Whitehead’s Underground Railroad won 2016 – and deservedly so – but what if you want your bibliophile frien…
Recipes
Savory Potato Flan with Parmigiano Reggiano
We are celebrating Parmigiano Reggiano this month with another recipe from the Biltmore Culinary Academy. This time we are sharing a unique twist on t…
Recipes
Homemade Potato Gnocchi with Parmigiano Reggiano
Something about a large plate filled with thick, soft dough just brings a warm smile to my face. My belly feels it, too. And the feeling gets better w…
Restaurants
Dine-in Meals on Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving is tomorrow and there has never been a time to be more thankful than right now. We have lined up our favorite restaurants in Coral Gables…
Activities
Work Out Your Body & Soul Fitness
Before you know it, a new year will dawn upon us. Planners will be purchased, vision boards built, and many of us will make New Years resolutions that…
Activities
8 Tips to Safe Trick-or-Treating this Halloween
While we’re all looking forward to a spooktacular night, it’s important that we practice safety on Halloween. Here are some tips for parents, trick-or…
Activities
Find Haven 15 Minutes from Coral Gables
Experience tranquility as you stroll on the sandy shore of the man-made pool at Matheson Hammock Park. Located at 9610 Old Cutler Road, it is also one…
Restaurants
PokéBao Scheduled to Open November 2016
Do you remember when you fell in love with poké? Chef and owner Daniel Bouza, of the new fast-casual eatery PokéBao, recalls when he first experienced…
Culture
Are You Taking Advantage of All The Programs Offered By The Coral Gables Museum?
We are lucky to live in a city that partners with non-profits to create one-of-a-kind gems for Coral Gables. One of those gems is the Coral Gables Mus…
Restaurants
The Second Coral Gables Food Tour Recap
Coral Gables Love partnered with award-winning food blog, Miami Food Pug for a night of making new friends and touring some of the best restaurants in…
Restaurants
Lekoke: Family Owned Wine Boutique
We are going to let you in on a little secret that we sort of want to keep to ourselves. There is a family owned wine boutique right on Calle Ocho tha…
Activities / Restaurants
Coral Gables Food Tour September 2016
It’s time for the second Coral Gables Food Tour! Coral Gables Love has partnered with amazing restaurants Cibo Winebar, OBBA Sushi and Angelique Euro …
Restaurants
Pincho Factory Now Serving Croquetasa Burger & Ice Cream Sandwiches
The Return of The Croquetasa Burger Croqueta lovers, rejoice! Pincho Factory has announced the Croquetasa Burger as the September Chalkboard exclusive…
Restaurants / Worth Venturing Out of The Gables
Eat Al Fresco With Glass & Vine's New Brunch Menu
I was invited to taste the brunch from Glass & Vine in the Grove – and I’ve fallen in love with this new restaurant. The food is delicious with exciti…
Restaurants
Sushi Maki Makes a Big Impression
I recently visited Sushi Maki for the first time in years at their Coral Gables location, and it made me realize that for years I have taken Sushi Mak…
Activities
Coral Gables Secret: Matheson Hammock Nature Trail & Dog Park
If you’ve ever visited Coral Gables’ beautiful Fairchild Botanical Gardens, you may (or may not) have noticed the unassuming gravel patch across the s…
Restaurants
Get Creative with Sushi at Ikura Sushi Lounge
Giralda Avenue in downtown Coral Gables is known locally as Restaurant Row for the above average number of far above average restaurants that live the…
Restaurants
Miami's Favorite Grilled Cheese, Ms. Cheezious
When I think of comfort food there is always one that stands out – grilled cheese. You just can’t go wrong with grilled cheese, a meal that feels like…
Restaurants
Ichimi Ramen House Fits the Bill!
While just one bowl can give you the energy to support a whole day, any time is good to stop in at Ichimi in Coral Gables. It has been a little over f…
Activities / Restaurants
The Coral Gables Food Tour Recap
Coral Gables Love partnered with award-winning food blog, Miami Food Pug for a night of making new friends and touring some of the best restaurants in…
Activities / Restaurants
Pizza Pies and Nutella Eyes at Cibo Wine Bar
A pie in the face is never a good idea, unless it is pizza dough and you’re in a pizza making class at Cibo Wine Bar. That is where I found myself not…
Restaurants
Time to Get Happy, Coral Gablers!
Why limit happy to one hour? After a hard day’s work, you deserve a drink or two and here is a list of the happy hours within walking distance of Mira…
Culture
Before You Watch David Lynch's "Mulholland Drive" at the Coral Gables Art Cinema, Read This
“David Lynch has been working toward Mulholland Drive all of his career, and now that he’s arrived there I forgive him for Wild at Heart (1990) and ev…
Restaurants
Swensen's Introduces Revamped Menu & Beer Shakes
They had me at “Mac and Cheese Burger.” Swensen’s has completely changed their menu and you will want to eat it ALL. Each item is hand crafted fresh t…
Activities / Restaurants
The Coral Gables Food Tour May 2016
Award-winning local food blog Miami Food Pug & awesome South Florida blog Coral Gables Love are teaming up for a food-filled night in Downtown Coral G…
Restaurants
5 Best Restaurants to Celebrate Mother's Day in Coral Gables
It’s Mother’s Day this Sunday! Express your boundless love for Mom and take her out to a nice meal with the whole family. There’s nothing she apprecia…
Culture
Top 5 Places to Take Engagement Photos in Coral Gables
“The City Beautiful” is the perfect location for capturing unforgettable and romantic engagement photos, as it offers beautiful and stunning sites, so…
Activities
Pilates ProWork Moves To The East Coast
I will always remember my first experience with Pilates. My mom and I had seen an infomercial for these Winsor Pilates workout tapes. We were convince…
Activities / Businesses
Top 10 Places To Work From in Coral Gables
Do you work out of coffee shops? After working out of many places around town, I have put together a list of my top 10 places to work from in Coral Ga…
Shopping
Buyer at Books & Books, Miami's Independent bookstore since 1982, Urges You to Buy Local
I’ve gotta say, I’m nervous. When Paola asked if I’d be interested in blogging for Coral Gables Love, I thought it would be easy. I have unfinished co…
Businesses
The People Behind Local Literary Gem, Books & Books
One of my favorite things about living in Coral Gables is that we have the best independent bookstore in the country, Books & Books. If you don’t want…
Activities
Artopia at The Coral Gables Museum 2016
Once a year, the streets of Coral Gables are graced by the presence of live performers, art, fashion, film, food vendors, and The Miami New Times. The…
Activities
West Side Story at The Miracle Theater Review
In the company’s twenty-eighth year at the Miracle Theatre, Actors’ Playhouse produce West Side Story. Fall as hopelessly and tragically in love as Ma…
Restaurants
Amore Gelato Art Caffè
Gelato fans of Coral Gables and throughout Miami have a reason to get excited now that Amore Gelato Art Caffè located at 153 Giralda Avenue is open fo…
Shopping
Bello Body Natural Skin Care
The natural skin care line, Bello Body, encourages you to take a moment to love yourself each day by pampering your skin with natural nourishing produ…
Activities
Coral Gables Run Club: Run The Mile
There is a special place in Coral Gables where runners new and runners old get together every week,for free. The Coral Gables Run Club.
Activities
The 3rd Annual 2015 Miami International Children's Film Festival
Despite being a fan of Star Wars, it was refreshing to find out about another cinema venture taking place amidst The Force Awakens mania happening her…
Restaurants
Breakfast At Cafe Demetrio
Cafe Demetrio is easily a great date, meeting, business lunch, evening, or coffee spot for everyone.
Restaurants
Biltmore Brunch: Start Your Sunday Surrounded by Champagne, Bellinis, & Mimosas!
How about adding a little bit of elegance and glamour to your Sunday? In that case I propose the Champagne Brunch at the Biltmore hotel in Coral Gable…
Activities
Overcoming The Challenges of Gardening in Coral Gables
Along with living in a lush and humid environment, South Florida comes with a few challenges for gardeners. With the hot and humid summers and all of …
Activities
Takeover at The Local
Takeovers are not just for Tuesdays anymore! They are going down the whole month of December as The Bridge Cocktail Bar takes over The Local Craft Foo…
Restaurants
Taste The New Fall Menu at Uvaggio on Miracle Mile
A couple of weeks ago I was invited to try Uvaggio’s brand new Fall menu. It was my first time visiting this little gem of a restaurant sitting right …
Restaurants
A Tea Oasis in the Gables
In the urban Sahara of Florida, we often get lost in the ceaseless sands of mediocrity or in the chaos of everyday living. Often what we need is a hav…
News
Coral Gables Holiday Parking Courtesy on Expired Meters
Did you know About The Coral Gables Holiday Parking Courtesy on Expired Meters? The city of Coral Gables is giving you a expired meter courtesy warnin…
Restaurants
Midweek with Angelique
*** Update 5/17/2018: This establishment has closed. *** Angelique Euro Café on the Mile is just the “Little Miracle” I was wishing for. When my best …
Restaurants
Top 3 Places For Thanksgiving Dinner in Coral Gables
So Thanksgiving is here again and maybe you’re not a cook, don’t have the time, or simply feel like mixing it up this year. You don’t have to cook the…
News
5 Things You Should Know To Stay Safe in Coral Gables
I attended the latest Coral Gables Crime Watch meeting where public safety issues are discussed. The following are a few important highlights of the a…
Activities / Restaurants
Coral Gables Wine Walk: Grab Your Tickets Today!
Coral Gables Wine Walk: Tuesday, December 1, 2015 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm You’re invited to join us for a special event! We’ve partnered with the wonder…
Activities
Photo Gallery: Burgerliscious Festival 2015 - So Many Burgers
I am still recuperating from the burgergeddon that was the Burgerliscious festival last night. There were so many DELICIOUS burgers and beers; but the…
Activities
Photo Gallery: Graziano's Food & Wine Festival
This past Wednesday, was Graziano’s annual Food & Wine Festival. For an admission fee attendees got to eat and drink to their heart’s content. They ha…
Restaurants
The Seven Dials: English Pub Serving The Best Fish & Chips
Seven Dials is our very own neighborhood English Pub, owned by Coral Gables native Katie Sullivan and British expat Andrew Gilbert. They serve America…
Activities
Review: Yes! Go See The Toxic Avenger for a Fun Time
Last Friday, I got to see the Opening of the hilarious Toxic Avenger produced by the Actor’s Playhouse at The Miracle Theater. It was the first musica…
Activities
An Inside Look at the Coral Gables Food, Wine & Spirits Festival
I got to sit down with Chris Corey – one of the people behind the Coral Gables Food, Wine, and Spirits Festival. This event, taking place on November …
News
Pipeline Workspaces Grand Opening Photo Gallery
Last Thursday was the grand opening of Pipeline Workspaces: a coworking space offering members a combination of private offices, dedicated desks, flex…
Activities
Vixi Gelateria Ribbon Cutting Photo Gallery
Congratulations to Melissa R. Stam from Vixi Gelateria on her successful ribbon cutting ceremony! This past Thursday Vixi Gelateria celebrated their r…
Shopping
Leica: Fostering the Photography Community in South Florida
If you are a Leica camera lover you are in luck. With only six Leica stores in the United States, I am happy to report one of those stores is located …
Activities / News
New Opportunity! Enter To Win 2 VIP Tickets to the Food Wine & Spirits Festival
Enter To Win 2 VIP Tickets to the Food & Wine Festival Woop! Woop! I’m giving away more amazing things! I’m so excited to giveaway two VIP tickets to …
Restaurants
The Bar: The Oldest Bar in Miami
The Bar was known as Hofbrau back in 1946 when it opened as the first bar in Coral Gables. Back then, it was a beer hall but it has evolved through th…
Activities / News
Enter to Win 2 Tickets to The Toxic Avenger at Actors’ Playhouse at The Miracle Theater
Enter to win two tickets to The Toxic Avenger at Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre! Yay! I’m so excited to giveaway two tickets to the first pr…
Restaurants
The Local: Southern Cooking with Local Influence
If you are a lover of comfort food, like I am, then head on over to The Local. Chef Phil Bryant has taken over our local gastropub and developed a men…
Businesses
Arthur Murray Dance School of Coral Gables
Arthur Murray Dance School of Coral Gables specializes in ballroom dancing but they also teach a wide variety of other dances.
Restaurants
Bulla: Delicious Spanish Gastrobar
Monday night I visited Bulla Gastrobar with fellow blogger Izzie from Dapper Animals. We had such a fun night full of white sangrias, cured meats, and…
Activities
Photo Gallery: Art of Fashion at Neiman Marcus of Merrick Park
Last night I attended the charity fashion show Art of Fashion at Neiman Marcus of Merrick Park. The event benefited arts charities: Adrienne Arsht Cen…
Restaurants
Frenchies Diner in Coral Gables: French & American Cuisine
Frenchies is a French bistro serving French and American fare. The adorable restaurant is tucked away on Galiano Street a few blocks south of the hust…
Restaurants
Divino Ceviche: Modern Peruvian Food
Divino Ceviche is the kind of restaurant where I love everything I order; and I have tried many different dishes. Restaurant review & menu recommendat…
Restaurants
La Provence: French Coffee Shop & Bakery
I have a special relationship with La Provence with a touch of nostalgia. About 15 years ago, my mom and I lived in Kendall; but we would drive up to …
Restaurants
My Ceviche: Fast & Fresh Fish Tacos
My Ceviche is a build-your-own ceviche restaurant and my favorite place to eat fish tacos. They have the perfect fish taco recipe with delicious seaso…
Restaurants
Grazianos Marketplace & Restaurant
In 1962, Mario Graziano was 18 years old and opened his own butcher shop in Buenos Aires, Argentina. By 1989, he had 11 butcher shops around the city.…
Restaurants
Small Tea: Tea Variety & An Amazing Menu
Chef Agustin Silva Diaz and tea lover Daniel Benoudiz are the heart and soul behind our Small Tea in Coral Gables. The new tea shop, offering over 80 …
Businesses
Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables: Keeping Coral Gables Beautiful
I like living in Coral Gables because it has a unique charm to it. The century old trees, the Mediterranean revival architecture (The Biltmore & City …
Restaurants
Vixi Gelateria: a Taste of Italy on Miracle Mile
Melissa Rodriguez Stam discovered her great grandfather, Giovanni Ratazzi, opened a gelato parlor in Genoa in 1895; and decided to continue the tradit…
Businesses
Coral Gables Community Foundation: Giving Back to the Community
Coral Gables High School college scholarship recipients. I wanted to share with you a non-profit organization doing great work in our community. Estab…
Restaurants
La Taberna Giralda: Authentic & Delicious Spanish Tapas
La Taberna Giralda serves delicious and authentic cuisine from different regions in Spain. If you are in search of authentic tapas or a live Flamenco …
Restaurants
Choices: Vegan Meets Delicious on Ponce de Leon
*** Update 5/17/2018: This establishment has closed. *** Alex and Jorge Cuevas realized at a very young age that they didn’t want to eat animals. They…
Shopping
Emporium: Shop local at This Fashionable Boutique
*** Update 5/17/2018: This establishment has closed. *** Sara Zamikoff realized her dream of becoming a small business owner almost eight years ago. H…
Restaurants
Yuga: The Friendliest Pan Asian Restaurant
*** Update 5/17/2018: This establishment has closed.**** When I dine at Yuga it feels like eating at my closest friend’s home. Granted, I have been a …
Businesses
Prana Yoga: Healing, Fitness & Mind-Body Connection
In today’s world of go go go and non-stop distractions, every single person I know feels stressed out. Whether the office drama is causing it or the c…
Restaurants
Chocolate Fashion: The Best French Bakery in South Florida
Fabian “Che” will greet you upon arrival Chef Georges Berger, owner of Chocolate Fashion, bakes the finest French pastries in all of South Florida. It…
Restaurants
Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar: European Cafe on Miracle Mile
Yannis Sotiropoulos & Makis Paliouros are practically brothers. They have been best friends, business partners, and working in the hospitality industr…
Restaurants
jugofresh: Delicious, Organic and Refreshing
*** Update 5/17/2018: This establishment has closed. *** In recent years, it seems like the entire country has become more conscious about nutrition. …
Businesses
Valente Brothers Jiu-Jitsu Self Defense School of Coral Gables
Jiu-Jitsu is a highly effective, widely proven form of self defense. It has been adopted by professional sport fighters and the military. For the aver…
Businesses
Florida Guitar Foundation: Raising the Profile of Classical Guitar
The Florida Guitar Foundation has just wrapped up their third season. The last concert of the season featured Rafael Padron, the Artistic Director of …
Activities / News
CGL Meetup: Gables Cinema Celebrates Hayao Miyazaki With a Week of Studio Ghibli Films
Totoro & kawaii macarons I painted using Janette & Co. macarons Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli fans rejoice! Gables Cinema will be screening many Miyazaki…
Businesses
The Miami Jazz Co-op: Keeping Jazz Alive in South Florida
Aldo Salvent and Friends – photo courtesy of Philip Avello Photography & The Miami Jazz Co-op Jazz Rent Party Jazz is alive and well in South Florida …
Restaurants
Cafe Curuba: Hangout Coffee Shop in the Gables
When 3 o’clock comes around and you must take a cafecito break, head on over to Cafe Curuba located at 2626 Ponce de Leon Blvd. – on the corner of Pon…
Shopping
Instacart: The Uber of Grocery Shopping
One of the most dreaded weekly chores is grocery shopping. The few time slots you have available to buy the groceries coincides with everyone else’s; …
Activities / Restaurants
Open Stage: Eat. Drink. Perform.
Nestled in perhaps the most exciting corner of our town, the intersection of Giralda and Galiano is the current epicenter of Coral Gables’ nightlife. …
Activities
Photo Gallery: Independent Bookstore Day at Books & Books
Last Saturday was the first celebration of Independent Bookstore Day at our local Coral Gables gem: Books & Books. It was so much fun and I had the op…
Activities / Shopping
No Boundaries: Outdoor Sports Shop & Community
If you find yourself walking down Aragon Avenue and stumble upon a beautiful display of bikes, you have just discovered the adventurer’s oasis: No Bou…
Activities / Restaurants
Pummarola Pizzeria: Neapolitan Italian Fast Food
The story of Pummarola starts in 1968 with grandmother Rosa Donna Rummo zooming through the streets of Naples, Italy in a bright red Fiat 500. The shi…
Restaurants / Shopping
For The Best Macarons Go To Janette & Co
The French couple, Quentin and Agnes Garrigou, are the owners of Janette & Co. Macarons. They named their French patisserie in honor of Quentin’s gran…
Businesses
Coral Gables Art Cinema: Foreign, Independent & Art House Films
Our local Coral Gables Art Cinema is flourishing by offering movie goers a refreshingly eclectic alternative to the movies you find in more convention…
Businesses
Private Knitting Lessons at The Knitting Garden
If you have been looking for private knitting lessons in the Coral Gables or South Florida area, then you are in luck. The Knitting Garden is a friend…
Activities
Family Day on Aragon
Books & Books, the Coral Gables Art Cinema and the Coral Gables Museum coordinate a day of fun activities every second Saturday of every month. Today,…
Activities / Shopping
Coral Gables Farmers Market 2015
I wanted to share all the wonderful things you can find at the Coral Gables Farmers Market as my first post because it is only running three more week…
News
Lovely Coral Gables
Welcome to Coral Gables Love! I am so happy to have you here to share what we like most about the city of Coral Gables. As this site grows I am hoping…