Calendar WHAT TO DO IN MIAMI THIS WEEK
the recipes can be made with ingredients that are easily available in Miami. You will be provided with copies of the featured recipes. All classes culminate with a tantalizing sit-down meal from Appetizers to Desserts. 11am to 2pm. $75 registration. Ayesha's Kitchen, 9105 SW 115th Terrace, Miami. For info: 305-254-0693 or ayeshaskitchen.com.
November 21
MUSIC Middle Eastern Rock With their multicultural blend of African beats, Latin American rhythms, and Middle Eastern soul, The Idan Raichel Project burst onto Israel’s music scene in 2002, instantly changing their country’s popular music. A spectacular live show marked by irresistible raw energy and sophisticated production techniques plus three remarkable top-of-the-charts albums have made the Idan Raichel Project one of the most unexpected success stories in Israeli music history. 8pm. $60.00. Knight Concert Hall, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. For info: 305-9496722. or arshtcenter.org.
November 22
MUSIC The Awake Tour Julian Marley and the Uprising featuring Stephen Marley and Damian Marley will hit the Arsht this Sunday. Their music incorporates the roots-reggae sound that Julian has made his own, infused with street-energy hip-hop, bubbling dancehall, and a smooth combination of R&B and reggae. 8pm. $24.50-$44.50. Knight Concert Hall, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. For info: 305-949-6722. or arshtcenter.org.
November 23
SPORT It’s Monday Night Watch a Monday Night football game in luxury at the Hotel Intercontinental. Play games, win prizes, drink $5 cocktails and raid the $7.95 all-you-can-eat Indigo Bar Buffet. Sounds like a rocking time!
WALLET FRIENDLY DATE: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21: FLOWER RAMBLE This is the perfect wallet friendly Sunday afternoon date, the 69th annual Ramble at Fairchild Tropical Garden. The Ramble is South Florida's most loved and oldest garden party. Experience a blend of old traditions and new introductions with Nell's Tea Garden, the largest plant sale in South Florida, antiques and collectibles, garden themed art, old and rare books, Kid Way, green market, chocolate garden, live music, a fashion show and the ramble raffle. It sounds like a full day of fun and there is even a coupon for $5 off the price of admission. 9:30am to 4:30pm. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd. Coral Gables. For info: 305-667-1651 or fairchildgarden.org.
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8:30pm. InterContinental Hotel Miami, 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami. For info: ichotelsgroup.com.
November 23
MUSIC A Little Puccini If you love opera, then this delicious Puccini masterpiece, Pagliacci and Sister Angelica is not to be missed. The famous play-within-a-play is the story of a clown who makes others laugh while sobbing inside because his two-timing wife has taken a young lover. Suor Angelica, a nun with a past. Suor Angelica is the tragic tale of a beautiful young aristocrat banished to a nunnery as penance for her teenage pregnancy before realizing too late that she's committed a mortal sin. American soprano Kelly Kaduce is Nedda, Mezzo-soprano Mzia Nioradze is the Princess. Also in the cast is tenor Jay Hunter Morris and baritone Mark Rucker. Conducted by Andrew Bisantz who is the resident conductor of Florida Grand Opera; through November 28. 8pm. $32. Ziff Ballet Opera House, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. For info: 305-949-6722. or arshtcenter.org.
November 24
CLUB Stone Groove Not so into the club scene these days? Then hit Stone Groove hosted by Marcus Blake and his band The 3rd Party. This night is all about jazz, soul, blues and poetry and a very cool, loose vibe. DJs Carmel Ophir & Wasabi spin in-between sets. Open Mic sign up 10-11pm. Drink specials, $4 Sam Adams Octoberfest Drafts and $5 Jameson Whiskey. No cover. 10pm. The Vagabond, 30 NE 14th St., Miami. For info: 305-379-0508 or vagabondmiami.com
PLAYDATE FOR KIDS
December 18-23 DANCE The Nutcracker
The perfect holiday event for the kids. The Miami City Ballet's lavish production of the Nutcracker. This spectacular holiday classic has a cast of more than 100 dancers, beautiful sets stunning hand-made costumes, and magical special effects including a blizzard of snow. It will keep your little one entranced. 7:30pm. $65. Ziff Ballet Opera House, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. For info: 305949-6722. or arshtcenter.org.
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