August 2011
10 posts
Spoil Yourself....
As a real estate agent….my days are super packed and I pretty much work 24/7…..but I of course love it! In my downtime, its very important to relax and do a little pampering. The best new place to indulge yourself is the Elle Spa at the Eden Roc Hotel.
Elle magazine has teamed up with this luxury hotel for the 1st ever spa of this kind and its getting a ton of buzz. Mixing fashion...
Sunday Funday.....
The best part about living in Miami is all the fun stuff you can do on the weekends. As much as I loved living in Manhattan, there”s something about cabannas, gorgeous beaches and poolside lounging that New York just cant compete with.
One of my favorite places to spend a Sunday is the Mandarin Oriental in Brickell. With a man-made beach, hammocks, daybeds……you will feel like...
Incredible Opportunity to Double your numbers....
Pinetree is one of the most glamorous streets in Miami Beach. With its gorgeous & luscious manicured landscaping and beautiful waterfront mansions…….there is a certain prestige about living on Pinetree. Also its location and close proximity to South Beach, the Fountainebleau, Soho House, and Bal Harbour make it extra appealing.
There is a rare one of a kind opportunity to buy on...
Friendship Bracelets like you used to make at...
Back in the early 90s when I was at summer Camp in New Hampshire, I was a big fan of the friendship bracelet. Between the broken heart and the colorful bracelets with gimp and string, I coveted them all.
Now, more than 20 years later friendship bracelets have made a comeback, they are the hottest trend in fashion jewelery. My favorite friendship bracelets are made by Ettika. They added glamour...
A Hidden Gem in South Beach....
I am a serious lover of Italian food….I could eat it everyday except for the fact that I would probably weigh 6000 pounds. I love me a good bowl of penne alla vodka and chicken parm.
Something I miss about New York is all the little restaurants you can wander into and get the best meal you have ever had. Miami is more manistream. However….there are a few hidden gems if you look in...
July 2011
8 posts
Designer Ziploc.....
Im a big fan of ziploc bags….as someone who is very neurotic and a bit OCD…..I use them for everything, especially when packing my cosmetics. God forbid my cosmetics spilled on my favorite pair of shoes…..oh the horror that would ensue!!
So naturally I was very excited when I discovered Tili bags. Tili bags is designer ziploc….they take it to a whole new level. Perfect for...
Healthy Pizza....
Ever since I turned 30, I actually have started paying attention to my diet. Gone are the days of 8 cokes a day, dominos pizza at 11pm, and daily cupcakes.
While I dont eat the way I did when I was 25, I still have a very serious obsession with pizza. I am very picky about my pizza like I am about everything….Mario the Baker and Pizza Rustica just dont cut it for me. Until recently South...
Forget Carpaccio....Makoto is the new Bal Harbour...
On a recent Thursday night I decide to pop into the newly opened Makoto restaurant in my favorite place, The Bal Harbour Shops. I was pleasantly surprised to see such a packed and young crowd. Considering its summer in Miami…this place was hopping!!
With dark wood, low lights and super high cielings….the space feels sleek and glamorous. The outdoor space was personally my favorite....
BAL HARBOUR BARGAIN....
Bal Harbour has always been prestigious and exclusive. Once known as a posh retirement community….the neighborhood is changing with hot new restaurants taking up residency and more and more young people flocking to the area.
One of the condos where you can find all these young people is the Harbour House. Converted in 2007, this is one of the few new buildings. Located next to The One Bal...
March 2011
4 posts
World-class living at a steal!!!
One of RE-girl’s favorite Miami neighborhoods is definitely Bal Harbour. From the manicured grounds to the palm tree-lined streets….its the Beverly Hills of the East Coast. Between Bal Harbour shops which boast some of the most high-end shopping (Intermix, Louis Vuitton, Hermes, Saks Fifth Avenue, Calypso, Neiman Marcus, etc.) to the most gorgeous stretch of the Beach, Bal Harbour...
BEST PENTHOUSE DEAL ON THE BEACH!!!
Imagine this…. a 5200 sq ft penthouse with an additional 2000 sq ft of outdoor space located in one of the hottest hotels on the beach…THE GANSEVOORT. Stunning, sprawling open space with 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths layed out on 2 floors. This penthouse is a rare opportunity with unreal potential. Currently, the space is completely raw and can be turned into the condo of your dreams.
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January 2011
12 posts
Hot New Bar in Fort Lauderdale....
I kind of like Fort Lauderdale…..mostly because I think it reminds me of where I went to college. Its very Scottsdale with all the Ed Hardy, Cougars and Polar Bears…..my least favorite aspects of both Scottsdale and Fort Lauderdale. However, I like the laidback , lo-key vibe in Lauderdale and sometimes its a nice diversion from South Beach.
Lately some cool places have been opening in...
BURGERS & BEER....
When I moved to Miami….I was very disappointed with the lack of burger joints and the ones I had were a real letdown. New York has so many….. Shake Shack, Corner Bistro, JG Melon, Pop Burger, P.J. Clarke’s …the list goes on.
I was so excited when I found out Shake Shack was opening on Lincoln as its one of my favorite burgers ever. Recently opened in the heart of Lincoln,...
SICK BACHELOR PAD UNDER 1 MIL....
Finding a house on miami beach for under 1 million that doesnt need a bomb thrown in it is quite challenging, especially if you want to be on any of the major streets….Pinetree, N. Bay, Alton or La Gorce. In fact, a house thats renovated and has a pool almost doesnt exist. Anything renovated is well over 1 mil, throw in a pool and your well over 1.2 to 1.5mm.
If your looking for some...
GANSEVOORT SOUTH BEACH CONDOS STARTING IN THE...
Where in the country can you get ocean views, 5 star service, world class dining at your doorstep in the heart of one of the best cities in the world?!
The Gansevoort South Beach is about to come back online and the deals are going to be on fire!!! Starting in the 300s….you can have a sick vacation spot for a very low price. With the average asking price around 600 a ft this is much less...
Best Place To Fill Your Sweet Tooth...
Typically, I don’t go crazy over ice cream parlors…that is until I discovered Sloan’s. If I could dream up a cute girly place, this would be it. Think pink striped walls, pink chandeliers, pink countertops…this place is on pink overload, but it totally works.
Literally, Im like a kid in candy store here. If you love milkshakes, ice cream sundaes, cupcakes, candied apples,...
The Best Outdoor Seating in South Beach.....
If you read my blog, you know that I love me some bolongnese. I pretty much am always craving Italian. My new favorite spot for some good people watching and spaghetti is definitely Cecconi’s.
Located in the newly opened Soho House….most of the restaurant has outdoor seating. With wood tables, lots of greenery and flowers lit with white lights, dimmed-candles, and striped tiled...
December 2010
16 posts
HENRI BENDELS JEWELRY AT 50 PERCENT OFF....
I’m a sucker for accessories. necklaces, bracelets, cocktail rings, scarves, hippie headbands, hats…..I LOVE IT ALL!!!
Lately I have a major obsession with bracelets, chunky cuff style and mostly sparkly. I want a million of them stacked, separately, together, it doesn’t matter!! There so fun and the sparkles make me happy.
Because I hate to pay retail, I hit up Sequin in Palm...
For Life Changing Hair.....
I’m a firm believer that if your hair looks hot, you feel amazing and if you feel amazing….the end result is confidence and with lots of confidence you can conquer the world!!
As a former New Yorker, I think I have tried every top salon. Warren Tricomi (over-rated) Rita Hazan Salon (the nastiest hairstylist I have ever encountered), Oscar Blandi (the biggest waste of 490 for hair...
Your Own Oasis at a Complete Steal....
Miami beach has some of the most glamorous homes around!! From modern & chic to fabulous Mediterranean style. Finding the right home on the water can be challenging and it usually comes with a very high price tag.
Once in a while, a rare opportunity comes along where you can snag one of these insane estates at an even more insane price. Located on Flamingo Drive by Pinetree and some of the...
Sexy living at Canyon Ranch.....
I am very picky about everything. Shoes, dating, restaurants, hair stylists…..EVERYTHING, but especially Real Estate. I see hundreds of condos and homes each month. Of course everything I see is pretty incredible, but once in a while something comes across my eyes that I go “WOW, WOW”.
This condo gave me that reaction. I have always been a big fan of Canyon Ranch and when they...
ONE BEDROOM STEAL!!!!
Where can you find a luxurious setting, world class shopping, high-end finishes, sweeping ocean views, valet parking, concierge service and 5 star amenities in the 300’s?!
The answer………………………….THE NEW HARBOUR HOUSE……UNIT 512. This is one of the last one bedroom deals at The Harbour House. All other 1BD units with ocean...
ST TROPEZ IN MIAMI.....
When I’m not doing the Sunday Open House circuit….which is very rare especially this time of year, you can find me at my new favorite place La Piaggia.
La Piaggia is the perfect Sunday. A few glasses of Roset, sweeping views of the bay, some delicious penne, and some equally good eye candy….you will feel like your in St. Tropez. With its supposed private membership entrance...
The Beauty Angel......
Eventhough I’m 31, I’m all about looking 21!!
Up until recently I’ve never been a huge fan of facials. I didnt like the idea of someone picking at my face and coming out of the spa looking like I was beat-up. However, a few weeks ago I discovered an angel. Her name is Uslin. You can find her at the Anushka Spa in West Palm Beach. Yes its true I drive an hour for my...
Forget the Ritz.....La Concha is the place to...
Re-girl just returned from Puerto Rico. After checking with many people….she decided to book the Ritz!!! Usually…you cant go wrong with a Ritz….or so she thought!
If you are going to San Juan for relaxation, I repeat DO NOT book the RITZ. Unless you don’t mind screaming babies at IL MULINO, kids peeing in the pool, stained towels with make-up thats definitely not yours,...
