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Art Basel Events Guide Part II

By Alyse Mier Art Basel Miami is almost here and whether you’re looking for suggestions on where to go, or want to see it all we’ve got you covered. Consider marking your calendars with some of the events listed below. Spencer Finch American artist Spencer Finch may have just made your food too pretty to eat. Finch uses a solar-powered ice cream truck to process the colors of the sunset into soft serve ice cream. When: December 1st -5th Time: December 1st 5pm-10pm December 2nd-5th 1pm-8pm Where: Hyde Midtown Suites & Residences, 3401 NE 1st Ave, Miami Pure Abstraction Making its debut in the Mandarin Oriental’s waterfront restaurant, Pure Abstraction will feature artworks by internationally recognized artists and award-winning painter Alex Brewer aka HENSE. When: December 3rd-6th Where: Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami Additional Information: For more information or reservations, call (305) 913-8288 or visit mandarinoriental.com Beyond The Limelight: Art Basel A photo exhibition of New York City’s nightlife in the 80s and 90s through the eyes of photographer Tina Paul. The photo exhibition will be accompanied by a fashion exhibition curated by Keni Valenti. When: December 3rd-12th Where: 2612 NW 2nd Ave, Miami Time: 6pm-10pm Additional Information: For more information and to RSVP visit MiamiFashion.eventbrite.com Oliver Gal This pop-up gallery features the pieces we’ve come to know and love, as well as limited edition pieces you’ll only find here. When: November 1st – December 29th Where: 2819 NW 2nd Ave, Miami RSVP: gallery@olivergal.com www.olivergal.miami ELLE Décor ELLE Décor Magazine has taken a loft space in Wynwood and paired top interior designers with name brands to create and style different rooms in the loft. When: December 2nd-4th Tickets: Can be purchased for $35 dollars by calling (305) 243-9088 Where: 250 Wynwood, 250 NW 24th St, Miami CONTEXT Art Miami An art show dedicated to highlighting the works of emerging artists, CONTEXT showcases artists from over 80 international galleries. When: December 1st-6th Time: December 1st VIP Kickoff 5:30pm-10:00pm December 2nd-5th 11am-8pm December 6th 11am-6pm Where: 2901 NE 1st Ave, Miami Tickets: Can be purchased at eventbrite.com Absolut Elyx & Water For People Launch Philanthropy Benefit with Sean Kelly & Jérôme Sans at Art Basel This event will celebrate a partnership and safe drinking water efforts by offering guests to view a sculpture created by Antony Gormely and auctioned by Paddle8, pop up water truck and copper pineapple boutique and live performances. When: November 24th – December 9th Where: Delano South Beach 1685 Collins Ave, Miami Beach MYTHS, WORDS AND FIRE Laura Kimpton will cover the entire ground floor of the SLS South Beach with sculptures, videos and paintings. In addition to the artwork, Kimpton will also launch her apparel line She’s Got Wings at a pop-up store in the hotel. When: December 1st-31st Where: SLS South Beach Hotel, 1701 Collins Ave, Miami Beach

Culinary, Culture, MSM Online

5 Local Restaurants Featuring Thanksgiving Dining

By Justina Coronel ‘Tis the season to feel blessed and for this Thanksgiving, there is no need to be stressed because there are five amazing restaurants that are offering delicious Thanksgiving dinner specials. Seaspice: This indulgent menu for $75 is created by Executive Chef Angel Leon. Course 1 features three starters including pan-seared foie gras. Course 2 includes slow-cooked free-range turkey to slow-cooked lamb chuck, then finish it off with dessert of warm sweet potato clafoutis to tocinillo de cielo. Mandarin Oriental: The Mandarin will have a full menu for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. The MO Bar and La Mar will even have a holiday event, in which bar manager Steve Minor will have a special take on cookies and milk “Alfajores and Coquito” and Diego Oka will have a hangover cure cooking class including the secrets of Leche de Tigre. Novecento: Guests can pre-order or dine with a deposit of $50 for parties up to six or $100 for larger groups. The menu is $39 per person, including one glass of sangria, chardonnay, or cabernet sauvignon. BLT Prime: This new American steakhouse in Doral has a menu with a range of food items at $75 for adults and $40 for children. Three starters will be of choice, including a Kabocha squash risotto to lead into entrees of roasted turkey or striped bass. Lastly, dessert features a delicious pumpkin tart or a velvet chocolate rocky road. Thompson Miami Beach: Guests will be able to enjoy an amazing time at TALDE with a $25 holiday special Thanksgiving Ramen for 2, served with creamed spinach wontons to mushroom gravy tare. Also, in the Thompson Hotel is Seagrape, which has a prix-fixe, family style dinner for $65 per person. Items include over roasted turkey breast to braised short rib.

Beauty, Body, LIFESTYLE, MSM Online, Skin Care

A Stress Free Guide to Miami Spa Month’s Deals

By Alyse Mier Miami Spa Month is finally here! And along with this comes the obvious question, “where do I begin?” We know doing all the research and finding the best deals can cause even more stress, so there is no need to worry, we’ve compiled a list of some of Miami Spa Month’s best deals that are sure to leave you relaxed, rejuvenated and reinvigorated. Massages agua Spa at the Delano South Beach Thai Fusion Massage Let yourself unwind and feel the stresses from your life escape you during this 60-minute massage. This massage combines eastern and western massage techniques, as well as Thai yoga stretching to relive muscle tension throughout the body. Regular Price $190 Miami Spa Month Price $99 Lapis Spa at the Fontainebleau Hotel on Miami Beach Swedish Rubdown Massage This 50-minute massage is a traditional full body Swedish massage, promising to leave you rested, tension free and even improve your circulation. Regular Price $155 Miami Spa Month Price $99 Exhale Spa at the EPIC Hotel Fusion Massage and one month MindBody Membership Enjoy a 60-minute Swedish-based therapy combining rhythmic massage movements and aromatherapy. You can even customize your massage experience with your choice of an uplifting, detoxifying or relaxing herbal blend aromatherapy oils. Also, enjoy a one month MindBody membership which includes: unlimited classes, access to all of the amenities, 24-7 fitness center, EPIC pool deck, 15% off dining at Area31 and 10% off boutique purchases. Regular Price $405 Miami Spa Month Price $129 The Biltmore Spa Signature Chardonnay Massage The Biltmore Spa’s signature massage utilizes Swedish techniques to increase circulation, reduce tension and induce deep relaxation. Featuring French Chardonnay Grape seed Oil, one of the most powerful antioxidants found in nature. Gift yourself 70 minutes of pure bliss and relieve all your stresses. Regular Price $190 Miami Spa Month Price $99 The Spa at the Mandarin Oriental Tranquil Delight A 50-minute treatment that starts with a full body salt and oil scrub to exfoliate your skin. Complete the experience with a back, neck and shoulder massage that will bring you a sense of tranquility and peace. Miami Spa Month Special $99 Facials and Spa Combinations Bliss Spa at the W South Beach Fabulous Facial Customized ‘spa’-cifically for you with a variety of beauty boosting upgrades, this is “fab-for-all” facial that includes all the expertly performed facial essentials (cleansing, exfoliation and extractions). Regular Price $130 Miami Spa Month Price $99 The Spa at Viceroy Miami Spa Month Sampler Revive your mind, body and spirit with a 25-minute massage that targets the areas where you need it most. Then follow by a classic manicure and classic pedicure leaving you polished, ready and refreshed. Miami Spa Month Special $129 The Ritz-Carlton Spa Ritz Carlton Signature Facial A truly thorough facial, a trained skin esthetician will analyze your skins needs and customize a treatment plan just for you. This facial will focus on deep pore cleansing, detoxification of tissues and rebalancing skin’s overall appearance. Regular Price $155 Miami Spa Month Price $99 Elemis Spa at Merrick Park Elemis Cellutox Aroma Spa Ocean Wrap and 50-Minute Massage Cocoon yourself in a comforting wrap that combines the richness of sea plants, marine algae, detoxifying juniper and lemon. Enjoy a de-stressing scalp treatment and soothing foot massage with active ingredients that help redefine the look of cellulite. This package also includes 50-minute Swedish massage. Regular Price $190 Miami Spa Month Price $129 The Palms Spa – AVEDA Fountain of Youth: Feel Young and Look Younger Truly rejuvenate your skin with this facial that includes: 30 Minute Elemental Nature Facial/15 Minute The Green Science Skin-Renewing Eye Area Treatment/5 Minute Perfecting Plant Peel/15 Minute Warm Oil Infusion Scalp Massage. Following your treatment feel free to immerse yourself in Aveda’s tranquil indoor/outdoor relaxation area with steam room, work out in their fitness room or enjoy usage of the hotel’s pool and beach. Miami Spa Month Special $129

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