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the magazine of the students of the university of miami inside miami’s neighborhoods november 2011

IN THE MARGINS 4 Taking On Miami With $50 or Less

BY AIMEE ALLEN, SASHA BLANEY AND ALEXANDRA SOLANO

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Brickell vs. Grove

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The ‘Poles’ Are In: Which Strip Club Rules Them All?

BY NANCY OBEN

BY JOHN LYONS-HARRISON

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I Love Miami Because...

BY ELIZABETH FOLEY

AHEAD OF THE CURVE 8 Midtown: The Foodie’s New Guilty Pleasure

BY ALEXANDRA LEON

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Sak Pase, Nap Boule

BY EMMA REYES AND LAURIE CHARLES

THROUGH THE LENS 10 Characters

A series of personalities that make Miami what it is.

FASHION 11 Tribal Touch

BY SARAH BROMLEY AND ANA CALDERONE

21 Style Made Easy

BY SARAH BROMLEY AND ANA CALDERONE Check out these boutiques.

IN THE LOOP 22 Miami’s Hottest Nightclubs

BY MALEANA DAVIS AND ZACHARY TIAN

THE MAIN EVENT 24 Hometown Boys

BY AUSTEN GREGERSON AND REBECCA LATTANZIO

28 Miami Has A New Day

BY JONATHAN BORGE

END NOTES 32 Bodypaintography

BY MARCHESA BERGMAN

Inside Miami’s Neighborhoods Distraction

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“I liked the men’s alcohol guide and how the writer broke it down. I learned a lot of things I didn’t know about.

But, I thought some of the guys featured throughout the magazine were kind of douchey.�

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have been wanting to try Kane Steakhouse since I read the article. It just kind of sucks that the Miami Spice menu isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t available all year. I am going to wait for it and go next year though.â&#x20AC;?

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3,;;,9 -964 ;/, ,+0;69 With the Golden Era upon us, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an exciting time to be a Miami Hurricane: U.S. News & World Report ranks UM as the 38th best university in the country, an illustrious mural now modernizes the UC and an ambitious Student Activities Center is slated for a summer 2013 completion.

And while The U continues to improve and expand in The City Beautiful, Miami is experiencing a rebirth of sorts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the perfect reason for producing an issue that showcases Miamiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neighborhoods.

Though we love South Beach and Coconut Grove, we scoured the city to highlight promising boroughs thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll keep \RX LQ WKH NQRZ <RX¡OO Ă&#x20AC;QG VWRULHV DERXW WKH HYROYLQJ DQG GHOLFLRXV FXOLQDU\ VFHQH LQ 0LGWRZQ SJ WKH GUHVV FRGH LQ %ULFNHOO SJ WKH UHHPHUJHQFH RI 0L0R SJ DQG WKH DUW WKDW DERXQGV LQ /LWWOH +DLWL SJ 2XU IDVKLRQ HGLWRUV WKHQ SUHVHQW WKH 0LDPL 'HVLJQ 'LVWULFW SJ D KDYHQ IRU WUHQG\ shoppers. Finally, we glimpse into the spring semester with a feature on the many UM baseball players who grew up in Little +DYDQD .HQGDOO DQG :HVWFKHVWHU SJ

Four years and eleven issues later, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not forget that like Miami, Distraction LV JURZLQJ WRR 2XU UHFHQWO\ ODXQFKHG IDVKLRQ EORJ 80LDPL0RGH KDV EHJXQ WR SURĂ&#x20AC;OH VRPH RI 80¡V most stylish students. Be sure to check out new content found exclusively online: our â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rant of the Issue,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Person of Interest,â&#x20AC;?

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05:0+, 40(40 With the city outside their doorstep, students at the University of Miami strive to work hard and play harder. The mixture of vibrant water colors and an evolving skyline illustrates the bold dynamic of a student body ready to explore Miami outside of Coral Gables.

The Issue Eleven, November 2011 Distraction is dubbed â&#x20AC;&#x153;Inside Miamiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Neighborhoods.â&#x20AC;? Students at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Fla. SURGXFHG FRSLHV RI Distraction. City Graphics and NU-PRESS Miami SULQWHG WKH PDJD]LQH RQ [ LQFK SRXQG FRDWHG WH[W SDSHU ZLWK WKH FRYHU EHLQJ SRXQG gloss stock. The entire magazine is printed four-color and saddle stitch bound. Most text is nine-point Garamond with 1.8 points of leading set ragged with a combination of bold, medium and italic. All SDJHV ZHUH GHVLJQHG XVLQJ $GREH &UHDWLYH 6XLWH Ă&#x20AC;YH VRIWZDUH ,Q'HVLJQ ZLWK SKRWRJUDSKV DQG DUWZRUN handled in PhotoShop and Illustrator.

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KPZ[YHJ[PVUTHNHaPUL JVT Editor-in-Chief Jonathan Borge

Assistant Fashion Editor Ana Calderone

Faculty Adviser Randy Stano

Executive Editor Kyli Singh

In the Loop Editor Erik Biggart

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The Main Event Editor Kelsey Pinault

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PR Manager Veronica Ramirez

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Fashion Editor Sarah Bromley

Assistant PR Manager Rachel Kliger

Writers Aimee Allen

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I recently discovered something new about Florida: Coral Castle. With admission set at a low $12, I was in love as soon as I heard of the bizarre story behind its creation.

Originally constructed in Florida City and later moved to Homestead, Coral Castle was built between 1923 and 1951 by Edward Leedskalnin.

He built the Castle as a tribute to the 16-year-old woman that he loved.

All the furniture in the house is made of coral - reading chairs, a table shaped like the state of Florida, a sundial, sun couch, bathroom, bedroom and even a cooker. The most fascinating piece was the make-up chair: a set of two chairs that face each other Leedskalnin thought this resolved arguments. The complexity of this work amazed me.

Homestead is also home to the Knaus Berry Farm where you can pick your own strawberries and tomatoes. What started out as

just a small farm on the side of the road 50 years ago is now a bakery. You can pick up a variety of baked goods made with strawberries as well as other fruits such as key lime pie and cheesecake.

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With just $20, you get more than enough fruit and sweets while staying within your $50 budget.

I could never pass up a milkshake so I decided to order one with the strawberries I picked myself. Milkshakes are an affordable $4.50.

The short ride to the farm is very worth it for a day of Florida sun, fresh produce and baked goods.

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I got â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Sunriser,â&#x20AC;? a dish with pancakes, eggs, ham, bacon, sausage, coffee and a small orange juice (all for $6.25)!

For an exotic late lunch or dinner, Costa Med is the best choice. The menu is an eclectic mix of Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, but it can still cater to any college studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appetite and budget. I tried an amazing homemade spinach and ricotta ravioli with diced tomatoes and basil for $15.

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burn the calories than a relaxing walk on the beach? Check out Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park. There is a small fee to enter but the beaches are usually empty and parking is plentiful.

The best part about this beach is the Cape Florida Lighthouse - the oldest standing structure in Miami-Dade County. Park guests are encouraged to enjoy the outdoors with biking, hiking and more. Though peace and quiet are promised, the beach closes at sunset and beer is not allowed. Get there early and then head to a bar.

As a Miami native, I have been surrounded

by Cuban culture for as long as I can remember.

But for some reason, I have never visited Little Havana. So on a breezy Saturday afternoon I set out to the infamous Calle Ocho.

As any true Cuban will tell you, Versailles on 35th and Eighth St. is the best of them all. With its extravagant mirrored walls and gaudy chandeliers, the restaurant is an overly-embellished impersonation of King Louis XIVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s palace.

I went into the restaurant and ordered a medianoche, a sandwich with thin slices of ham, roast pork, Swiss cheese and pickles all atop a sweet, yellow egg bread. I also ordered mariquitas, which are toasted thin plantains, and a warm sopa de lentejas, also known as lentil soup.

After my meal, I proceeded to the center of Little Havana to the Little Havana Cigar Factory. Outside, I could already catch a whiff of musty sharp tobacco leaves. I bought a cigar that was â&#x20AC;&#x153;toasty,â&#x20AC;? as described by the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cigar Specsâ&#x20AC;? label attached.

In search of a dessert, I passed by Azucar Ice Cream Company which makes homemade Cuban ice cream. I chose vanilla ice cream covered in hot fudge and a Cuban coffee - a delicious combination.

Then, I went to the Tower Theater to ZDWFK DQ LQGHSHQGHQW Ă&#x20AC;OP ´6FKHKHUD]DGH 7HOO Me a Story,â&#x20AC;? about a female talk show host that causes controversy when she dedicates her show to womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s issues.

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GROVE VS. BRICKELL Going out this weekend? Let Distraction be your guide for the ins and outs of two favorite nighttime neighborhoods. Brickell is great for a fun Friday night and the Grove is a Thirsty Thursday mainstay. Here’s how to drink, dress and play, told by Miami’s experts—students at The U.

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The city of Miami is known for many things: the fabulous weather, a diverse cultural make-up, an exciting nightlife and of course, beautiful women. When you combine nightlife with gorgeous women, you get scores of award-winning strip clubs that are located all around the Miami area. If you ever feel like you need a little bro time on a Friday night, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no better place to kick back and enjoy yourself than at one RI WKH IROORZLQJ Ă&#x20AC;QH HVWDEOLVKPHQWV -XVW DVN WKH IRRWEDOO WHDP RXFK too soon?)! So grab your friends and some dollar bills for an excellent night out.

BARE NECESSITY Bare Necessity is located down South Dixie Highway and is just a $15 cab ride from campus.

It has a bit of a reputation among UM students for being a little seedy, but it serves its function well as an intimate, 18 and up strip club with a relaxing atmosphere. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afford to be dropping cash all the WLPH PDQ 6R WKLV MRLQW LV FORVH DQG DOULJKW Âľ -RH said.

However, there are a few downsides. There is a $25 cover for those under 21. Those who can legally drink do not have to pay cover, but are required to buy two drinks an hour. Fortunately, they have a well-stocked bar.

If you want your experience to be a low-key and reasonably priced affair, Bare Necessity will do the job. For a more lavish trip, read on.

CLUB MADONNA Club Madonna is your typical Miami Beach strip club. The music is bumping, but there is an unfortunate shortcoming of attractive women.

On the plus side, you can print a two-for-one lapdance coupon online.

Regardless of your age, you are not allowed to have alcoholic drinks. However, you are strongly encouraged to buy a bottle of water or other non-alcoholic beverages.

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The dancers did not seem enthusiastic to be there, but they did their job well. Madonnaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is a solid place as long as youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not looking to drink, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mind the hefty $50 cab ride from UM.

BEACH HOUSE CABARET Even though it is farther from campus, Beach House Cabaret is a truly wonderful place.

The dancers are not only uniformly gorgeous and attentive, but they also make sure you feel comfortable and have a good time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The House is on the way home from work and the [girls] are all good with everything,â&#x20AC;? said 1DWH D IUHTXHQW %HDFK +RXVH FXVWRPHU Overall, the Beach House Cabaret can be quite a costly adventure between the cover charge, drinks and the cost of dances and tips. But if you have the cash, this is the place to go.

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Pink Pussycat 3890 NW 36th St., Miami, 305.633.4000.

BTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5922 S. Dixie Highway, Miami., 305.663.4567.

Labare 5325 NW 77th Ave., Doral, 305.873.6449.

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DISHES angelinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coffee & yogurt CHEDDAR BACON GRILLED CHEESE ON PARMESAN CRUSTED SOURDOUGH The bread is crusted by melting cheese on the sandwich press and

sakaya kitchen HONEY ORANGE BABY BACK RIBS WITH GINGER BRUSSEL SPROUTS This is Chef Halesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; favorite dish.

Hales says he would bet all his money on it.

sustain 50 MILE SALAD Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s true to its name - the ingredients are all sourced within 50 miles!

the cheese course SMOKED NORTH ATLANTIC SALMON SANDWICH

MIDTOWN THE FOODIEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NEW

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Is it just us at Distraction or is dining in Coral Gables getting just a little...predictable?

Assuming youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re unwilling to lay down the big bucks for an undersized and often bland meal, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re stuck with the same old college dining options that lack originality.

Enter Midtown.

What was once a ghost town of lifeless condos and an average shopping mall has become Miamiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest and most favored foodie destination. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Midtown came out of the blue,â&#x20AC;? said Lee Klein, food critic for The Miami New Times. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a nice mix and at this point itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of the best neighborhoods to dine in Miami.â&#x20AC;?

For a place where you can get stuffed pork buns, pumpkin guacamole, $1 beer and grilled cheese sandwiches all within a few blocks, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easily the most diverse and localized dining scene in the city.

Case and point: Angelinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coffee and Yogurt. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a smaller area so we have a lot of local customers in a friendly environment,â&#x20AC;? said Rachel Fuxa, a barista at Angelinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

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Within walking distance of Angelinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s there are guacamoles and tacos at Mercadito, organic mac â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;n cheese at Sustain, New York style pies at Primo Pizza and custom cheese platters at The Cheese Course.

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culinary radar two years ago with the opening of Chef Richard Halesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Sakaya Kitchen. At the time, the most interesting restaurant around was Five Guys Burgers and Fries, an exciting franchise addition to Miami that drew long lines of customers, but didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t add much creativity.

While Hales was scoping out the location for a new bar concept, he noticed that the seafood restaurant next to Five Guys wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t doing as hot. In a matter of only two weeks, he bought out Captain Joe Seafood and Pasta Grill DQG RSHQHG KLV 6RXWKHUQ LQĂ XHQFHG .RUHDQ restaurant at the Shops at Midtown Mall. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think I showed people that you can be really successful here,â&#x20AC;? Hale said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wanted to cater to what the place needed which was elevated food that was still affordable. Now as each restaurant has opened, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all elevated even more.â&#x20AC;?

What keeps people coming back to Midtown is the casual and trendy atmosphere created by its proximity to Wynwood and the Design District. Art walkers can stop by 100 Montaditos which is open for late-night sandwich platters and cheap bear. Everything here is $1 on Wednesdays.

After hitting up cozy rock club Bardot, hungry audiophiles can stop by Gigi a few blocks over for late-night sushi or barbecue. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you go to South Beach, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more touristy. If you go to the Gables or the Grove, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neighborhood-type restaurants with a bar scene,â&#x20AC;? Klein said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Midtown is more modern; thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contemporary cuisine with a hipper vibe.â&#x20AC;?

Aside from cheese platters, The Cheese Course offers sandwiches andsalads.

gigi SHRIMP UDON NOODLE BOWL The combination of coconut milk and pineapple chili makes this dish ideal for those daring food experts.

8

Distraction Ahead of the Curve

CULINARY JAUNT. The chefs at Gigi begin to dish out delectable selections for a late-night crowd. The restaurant is small but patrons wait to enter outside the door.

IN LIVING COLOR. The mural outside the Little Haiti Cultural Center depicts different aspects of the Haitian lifestyle and culture.

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SAK PASE NAP BOULE HAITIAN CULTURE CLOSE TO HOME words_emma reyes and laurie charles. photo_raquel zaldivar. design_ivana cruz. ,Q D FLW\ RYHUĂ RZLQJ ZLWK GLYHUVH FXOWXUH itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to stand out. But one neighborhood has done just that: Little Haiti. By preserving, celebrating and honoring the roots of its people, Little Haiti has made history in Miami.

Reigning as the second largest Haitian neighborhood outside of the Caribbean, Little Haiti got its start in the 1970s when Haitians began migrating to South Florida in hopes of a new life. The neighborhood has grown ever since.

Today, more than ever, the streets of Little Haiti are reminiscent of Port-Au-Prince, the Haitian capital.

Colorful murals of fruits, voodoo dolls and everything Creole line building walls while passersby greet each other. Restaurants selling pate and griyo can be found on every corner.

Take a stroll in this neighborhood and you will be sure of one thing, Little Haiti is proud of its culture.

The Little Haiti Cultural Center was designed to bring the community together in order to promote, showcase and support Afro-Caribbean culture. Even the centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s architecture is symbolic of Haitian heritage.

Tracy R. Lozama, a spokesperson for the Little Haiti Cultural Center, said â&#x20AC;&#x153;the Haitian FXOWXUH LV UHĂ HFWHG E\ WKH XVH RI FRORU DQG design of the building. The colors are bright and vibrant.â&#x20AC;?

The Center has a dance, theater and visual arts team that perform and showcase their art throughout the year. Every third Friday, Little Haiti also opens up with a free night of music, art, food, culture and fun.

Free music on the plaza of the Cultural Center is produced by The Rhythm Foundation while visitors see world class exhibits in the center gallery and kids interact with hands-on activities, Lozama said.

Along with cultural activities in the center, an individual and community impact is made as well.

Haitian-born artist, painter and sculptor Edouard Duval-Carrie has been embracing his culture through his work for years. His inspiration lies within his heritage and he has showcased his art in galleries across the United States. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Culture helps develop your self-esteem DQG KHOSV \RX Ă&#x20AC;W LQ EHWWHU ,W DOORZV \RX WR get to know yourself and accept yourself,â&#x20AC;?

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His work consists of a myriad of images LQFOXGLQJ V\PEROLF Ă&#x20AC;JXUHV RI YRRGRR SHRSOH dancing to rhythmic Haitian music and Haitian lifestyle in general. The impact of his art, however, goes beyond aesthetic beauty. DuvalCarrieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hope is to not only inspire the youth RI /LWWOH +DLWL WR SXUVXH WKHLU GUHDPV DQG IXOĂ&#x20AC;OO their passion, but to provide a source of identity. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I hope I make people more conscious with my work. I hope that it inspires young Haitians in Miami to get involved with understanding where they come from and their history and to act upon it,â&#x20AC;? Duval-Carrie said.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Haiti, [the youth] donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the same access to information and education that they have here,â&#x20AC;? Duval-Carrie said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I hope my work entices them to know more about their culture and to pitch in intellectually and in the future, Ă&#x20AC;QDQFLDOO\ DQG SURIHVVLRQDOO\ Âľ Haitian culture has always set itself apart from its island neighbors. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one that makes LW GLIĂ&#x20AC;FXOW WR GLVWLQJXLVK ZKHWKHU WKH DUW RU WKH people are more colorful. Lucky for us, we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to travel to the Caribbean to experience it.

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Inside Miamiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Neighborhoods

Distraction

9

design_sophianna bishop. photos_ela apa, rachel steinhauser and raquel zaldivar.

From Lincoln Road to Coconut Grove, no two individuals in Miami are alike. Together, the denizens of the city bring out their individuality to create a dynamic atmosphere. The photographs in “Through the Lens” illustrate a series of Miamians who are ubiquitously known but still remain anonymous. Whether it’s an Elvis Presley impersonator or a photo-friendly cab driver, they each offer a snapshot of the place we’re so lucky to call home. Distraction presents some of Miami’s most unique characters. Photo by Ela Apa.

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10 Distraction Through the Lens

Robert Kraft takes a break after his daily eight-mile run. Since Jan. 1, 1975, this runner and country songwriter has used the streets of South Beach as his track.

Photo By Raquel Zaldivar.

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THE KING An iconic Lincoln Road character, this Elvis Presley impersonator plays Elvis songs and shows the crowd many of Elvisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; most famous dance moves.

Photo by Raquel Zaldivar.

SPIDERMAN Shaun Emerson, our friendly neighborhood Spiderman, gives both locals and tourists rides through Coconut Grove on his rickshaw, a human-powered cart. Photo by Rachel Steinhauser.

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CAB DRIVER This taxi driver, known as Fatboy Mullet, is unlike any other. His passenger seat rotates 180 degrees, offering his customers a unique taxi-riding experience. He is mostly known for taking polaroid pictures of his passengers and handing them the photo as a souvenir.

Photo by Rachel Steinhauser.

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14 Distraction Fashion

On Gabrielle: Jumpsuit, Tibi. Sale Rack; shopthesalerack.com.

Kimono, Reverse. LF Stores, 305.672.4928; lfstores.com. Necklace, Bracelet, Sale Rack.

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Pairing prints with patterns adds a distinctive edge.

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words_ maleana davis and zachary tian. photo_ rachel steinhauser. design_sophianna bishop.

It’s very common to see a celebrity at a nightclub in Miami. When they vacation here, they never miss out on visiting the hottest clubs on South Beach. Whether they’re hosting an event, performing or just trying to have a fun time, they love to be seen. Here’s a round-up of nine popular locations where the world’s most famous people are bound to be spotted.

LIV

1

LIV always has a variety of DJs partying and performing inside its doors. The club has two levels, making it easy for guests to look down and spot celebrities.

“LIV is a famous club so a ton of the celebrities go there to make appearances,” said junior Lauren Mastro.

She has seen many celebrities including Drake, Kelly Osbourne, Wilmer Valderrama, Lil Jon and numerous Miami Heat players.

Most notably, the Dallas Mavericks partied at LIV and their owner Mark Cuban brought the championship trophy to the club after the NBA Finals last June.

Though this venue is a blast, always

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remember to have a reservation and bring plenty of cash - getting in isn’t easy.

LIV, 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305.674.4680.

CAMEO

2

Located on Washington Ave., Cameo Nightclub is known to host some of the hottest parties in Miami.

Last summer, T.I. held his wedding

after-party at Cameo. Some of the celebrities in attendance included Usher, Nelly, Jermaine Dupri, Jamie Foxx and Rihanna.

“Cameo is the best place to see celebrities because the majority of the VIP section is in the center of the club,” said junior Cat Tracy. Tracy has spotted Chris Brown, Nelly, Bow Wow, Ray J and Lil Wayne. “If a celebrity is at Cameo, it’s more than likely that you’ll see them.”

Recently, J. Cole hosted his concert after-party at the club and even performed for the guests.

Cameo, 1445 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 786.235.5800.

NIKKI 3 BEACH

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nikki Beach has nice white lounge beds on the beach with a fun crowd and their strawberry mojitos are amazing,â&#x20AC;? said senior Mary Wang.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Four Play Fridaysâ&#x20AC;? at Club Play have quickly become a hub for the local hip-hop scene. Known for successful birthday bashes, Play has rung in another year for Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Soulja Boy and Angela Simmons.

Miami Heat players LeBron James and Dwyane Wade have also been seen.

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and Joakim Noah from the Chicago Bulls have walked past the velvet rope. :LWK WZR Ă RRUV FHOHEULWLHV RIWHQ WDNH advantage of the upstairs lounge for exclusivity.

Nikki Beach, One Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, 305.538.1111.

5CLUB PLAY Club Play, 1045 Fifth St., Miami Beach, 305.532.4340.

Dream, 1532 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305.674.4444.

Treating herself to some Magic City entertainment, Katy Perry has been spotted at Twist on South Beach. Twist is a staple of the local gay community with entrance lines folding around the block. As one of Miamiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest gay nightclubs, it contains seven bars, each boasting a unique atmosphere. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fully equipped with the latest lighting and sound equipment for the full South Beach experience.

Twist, 1057 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305.538.9478.

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Though Dream holds up to 550 people in an 8,500 square ft. space, the club is very intimate. This past Memorial Day weekend, Drake made an appearance. Moreover, Tyga, an artist on Lil Wayneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Young Money Entertainment label, hosted an after party in October after Chris Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FAME tour performance.

That same month, Pharell Williams hosted a party for Kevin Durantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s birthday. Fabolous, 50 Cent, Diddy and Ray-J have made appearances in Dreamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s VIP section.

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If you are craving an unforgettable experience with a bit of Latin spice, then Mangoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tropical Cafe is the perfect venue for a taste of island life. Jennifer Lopez and Pitbull are commonly seen at this Latin style nightclub. Known for its thrilling entertainment and tropical ambience, Mangoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is conveniently located right on Ocean Drive. Salsa, merengue and reggae music each couple the plentiful Latin menu.

Mangoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 900 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, 305.673.4422.

Located under LIV, Arkadia is a recent addition to the very popular Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Arkadia differs from LIV in size. The 300 guest capacity makes the experience more intimate.

Nick Cannon recently celebrated his

30th birthday at the nightclub and when WKH FOXE Ă&#x20AC;UVW RSHQHG LQ WKH IDOO RI Drake celebrated his birthday with guests like Alex Rodriguez and Ashanti.

Arkadia, 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305.674.4690.

9 MANSION

Mansion is one of the most extravagant clubs in town. With fantastic music, gorgeous girls and over-the-top celebrations, Mansion knows the formula for ultimate crowd-pleasing. From fashion shows to burlesque acts and lavish events, parties are a staple at this club.

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Mansion, 1235 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305.695.8411

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Luring art-patrons from all across the globe, the 10th edition of Art Basel Miami Beach arrives in the Magic City this December. The four-day long showcase of both public and private exhibits, lectures, performances and parties is a living testament to the unprecedented growth of Miami’s art scene. From the streets of Wynwood to the sands of South Beach, Miami plays host to this worldly experience.

Outside of Basel, cultural institutions continue to mold Miami into a cosmopolitan city - the New World Symphony, Bass Museum of Art, Museum of Contemporary Art, Miami Art Museum, Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts and our very own Lowe Art Museum, to name a few.

But this playground we call home wasn’t always paradise for art lovers. In fact, Miami seemed to be on the fast-track to hell in the 1980s.

With a remarkable 623 recorded murders in 1981 alone, local and national media outlets heralded Miami-Dade as the “Murder Capital of the World.” A year later, the federal government seized 2.4 million pounds of marijuana in South Florida. Estimating that $7 billion, in cash, were smuggled into the U.S. through the area, The Washington Post soon after dubbed the city “The Wall Street of Dope.”

Today, signs of urban plight are still evident. A late-night drive down North Miami Avenue in downtown showcases an entire community of homeless people who sit among the 15.3 percent of Floridians in poverty and the 11.5 percent of unemployed Miamians. The annual murder rate has leveled below 100 since 1998 – a dramatic improvement from 623 – but is still one of the highest in the nation.

Interestingly, the 17.7 percent of Miami-Dade County residents who, according to the 2010 U.S. Census, live below the poverty line often struggle for life within walking

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distance of some of the city’s most luxurious and elaborate high rises. The Icon Brickell, Epic Hotel and recent additions to the skyline welcome a new wave of domestic and international consumers willingly able to invest in multi-million dollar real estate ventures.

The extreme disparities in wealth between Overtown and Fisher Island further illustrate the distinctive lifestyles found in Miami. Located a few blocks northwest of downtown, Overtown has historically suffered from ongoing crime, poverty and an annual average income that repeatedly nears $13,000. Forbes reports that Fisher Island FRQWLQXHV WR EH RQH RI WKH ÀYH ULFKHVW QHLJKERUKRRGV LQ the United States, with an average adjusted gross income of $3,234,000, strikingly different from that of Overtown.

“I think a lot of UM students aren’t educated (about poverty),” said Kristy Sessions, president of Students Together Ending Poverty at UM. “It’s really easy to just look away and not pay attention to Overtown, Liberty City and Brownsville. I think a lot of students aren’t aware of the community they’re living in, especially if they’re not from Miami.”

Despite ensuing turmoil, however, Miami seems to be on the brink of a Renaissance.

Each week, a slew of new nightclubs, restaurants, retail stores and galleries open across the city. In October alone, Yardbird Southern Table and Bar, Pubbelly Sushi, Barceloneta, Ricochet, Hibachi and Massimo’s were among the debuting eateries. South Beach recently welcomed its newest nightclub, Amnesia (which originally opened in 1984), and Amsterdam-based fashion brand Scotch & Soda popped into the Design District.

The expansion of nightlife is present with the success of LIV at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, where “Dirty Harry Wednesdays” are particularly tailored to the UM crowd, according to Jimmy Vargas, director of sales and marketing at LIV and Arkadia. Next spring, Shake Shack is expected to make its grand arrival in Coral Gables, right across U.S. 1 in the current location of Smoke’t.

This Renaissance is particularly evident in two modern, expanding neighborhoods: Midtown and MiMo. Molding the future of Miami, Midtown has rapidly grown into one of the most talked about neighborhoods in the country, particularly for its culinary scene. What was once home to the Florida East Coast Railroad and almost no sign of life is now a bustling milieu similar to that of New York’s SoHo district.

To date, restaurants like Sugarcane Raw Bar and Grill, Mercadito Midtown, Morgan’s and 100 Montaditos create the allure behind this walkable “city within a city.”

Sculptures designed by famed Brazilian artist Romero Britto adorn an art park while Wynwood bars like Bardot and Cafeina attract a younger crowd. For Halloween, Midtown hosted “Back in Black,” a huge Ultra-like event inviting world renowned DJs to the likes of Erick Morillo, Sebastian Ingrosso and Alesso.

“It has a really cool vibe to it and has been compared to the feel of the Meatpacking and SoHo districts of New York and Lincoln Road in Miami Beach, without that pretentious-type feel to it. It’s really approachable and real,” said Jack Cayre, principal of the New York-based Midtown

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Equities Group, the developer of Midtown Miami who is also creating the new World Trade Center.

The talked about success of Midtown is perhaps just the beginning. A new phase of the neighborhood dubbed the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Entertainment Blockâ&#x20AC;? will welcome a bowling concept similar to Lucky Strike in Miami Beach, a premium movie theatre similar to CineBistro at Dolphin Mall and a boutique hotel that may mirror The Standard in New York and Miami Beach.

Further north along Biscayne Boulevard, the historic Miami Modern (MiMo) district is on the cusp of emergence too. Mostly known for the mid-20th century architecture found on old hotels and motels - all of which contain multi-colored neon signs on each façade - MiMo is beginning to attract developers looking for a new destination. Recent additions have included Chef Michelle Bernsteinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Michyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant, a gastronomical gem that has prompted Miamians to visit this newly called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Upper East Side. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an up-and-coming destination,â&#x20AC;? said Nancy Liebman, president of the MiMo Biscayne Association. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still a little edgy and still needs a lot of support and nurturing but it has a lot of interest points. It is the only commercial historic district in Miami and also borders Wynwood and the Design District. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an interesting

collection of individual neighborhoods in the east side of the city.â&#x20AC;?

Outside of Midtown and MiMo, the development will continue.

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In downtown, adjacent to the American Airlines Arena, an entire Museum Park will encompass the newly re-conceptualized Miami Art Museum and Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science, which will begin to attract more visitors as of 2014.

Just a few blocks north, the current site of The Miami Herald has been purchased by The Genting Group, an Asian-based developer, and will be repurposed as Resort World Miami. According to The Miami Herald, this massive resort will house a 3.6-acre outdoor lagoon, four hotels, two condominium towers, more than 50 restaurants and bars and if approved by the state, casino gambling â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a further catapult towards the worldliness of an already international Miami.

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SKRWRVB F\QWKLD Ă HLVFKPDQQ Have you ever wanted to bring what you love to life while sending an equally passionate message? Then take a look at artist Cynthia Fleischmannâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest project.

Inspired by the Chilean artistic movement of Cuerpos Pintados, she became interested in painting othersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bodies as a form of art and as a means to appreciate oneself by appreciating the body. The former â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Cane has found a way to effortlessly transform arms and legs into leopards, trees or even a forum against injustice.

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MODEL BEHAVIOR. Each Fleischmann piece is a representation of the model being painted. The meaning behind all the artwork is just as important as the look.

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