Eyes on Miami: Neil Patrick Harris, Bryan Cranston, Mau y Ricky, and Others

It’s not easy having eyes all over the scene, being around to take in all the wild visuals at all the worthwhile places in the city. There are, however, those parties and gallery openings where a fortunate photographer can point and shoot. Every week, in collaboration with World Red Eye, New Times brings you a solid recap of all the recent experiences you might’ve missed around Miami. It’s impossible to be everywhere, but, hey, we can try to keep our Eyes on Miami.

Locust Projects’ 25th Anniversary Benefit Dinner

On Saturday, February 25, Locust Projects, Miami’s longest-running alternative art space, held its 25th-anniversary benefit dinner in its new home.

Neiman Marcus Coral Gables hosts Veronica Beard x Juliska Personal Appearance

Neiman Marcus Coral Gables and vice president/general manager Elias Synalovski welcomed Veronica Miele Beard and Veronica Swanson Beard, cofounders of Veronica Beard, along with Capucine De Wulf Gooding, cofounder of Juliska, to celebrate the collaboration of the Bohemian Vine tabletop collection.

Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village featuring Publix Culinary Demonstrations sponsored by Sub-Zero Group Southeast and the David Grutman Experience with DJ Khaled and Cedric Gervais

For this year’s ultimate Sunday Funday, the courtyard of Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village was transformed into a mini music festival with high-energy beats courtesy of DJ Khaled and Cedric Gervais. Maluma showed up to promote his new artisanal mezcal brand, Contraluz Cristalino Mezcal.

Celebrity Chef Pickleball Tournament presented by Whispering Angel

SOBEWFF and Whispering Angel hosted a celebrity pickleball tournament, where the chefs left their aprons at home and hit the court! Attendees included Hunter Fieri, Marcus Samuelsson, Bryan Voltaggio, Jet Tila, Antonia Lofaso, and many more!

The David Grutman Experience with DJ Khaled and Cedric Gervais 3 to 5 on Ocean Drive at Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village

Hospitality titan David Grutman brought back another round of the 3 to 5 on Ocean Drive. Miami’s resident merrymaker and Groot Hospitality founder pulled out all the stops – and turned the volume way up! – to curate a David Grutman Experience that no passionate foodie, music lover, or partygoer should miss.

Bacardí Carnival Hosted by Andrew Zimmern

Emmy and four-time James Beard Award-winning chef and TV personality Andrew Zimmern returned to host this pop-up funfair by the sea, showcasing craveable bites from more than 30 of South Florida’s first-rate chefs! This was a Barcardí party, after all.

Absolut Vodka presents Drag Brunch Hosted by David Burtka and Neil Patrick Harris Featuring Mistress of Ceremonies Athena Dion and Special Guest Appearance by Bianca Del Rio

SOBEWFF brought this fabulous brunch home to Miami with dynamic duo David Burtka and Neil Patrick Harris as its hosts to help pay tribute to and celebrate Pride.

Listel Rosé Presents Peace Love Yoga: A Soulful Yoga Experience Hosted by Arlene Chaplin Featuring Dawn B

Guests grabbed a mat and indulged in some much-needed self-care at this deeply nourishing yoga experience hosted by Arlene Chaplin.

Smorgasburg After Dark Presented by Stella Artois Hosted by and Special Performance by Rev Run

With over 60 of the best food vendors from South Florida and across the country serving up their signature dishes and drinks, it was guaranteed to satiate every taste and craving.

Tribute Dinner honoring Alex Guarnaschelli and Alexandre Ricard Hosted by Master of Ceremonies Bobby Flay Presented by Capital One Part of the NYT Cooking Dinner Series

Emceed by 2018 Tribute Dinner honoree Bobby Flay, this year’s star-studded celebration toasted to award-winning chef, cookbook author, and television personality Alex Guarnaschelli and chief executive officer of Pernod Ricard Alexandre Ricard.

The Cookout Hosted by JJ Johnson and D-Nice at 1 Beach Club at 1 Hotel South Beach

The James Beard Award-winning chef, author, and TV personality JJ Johnson made it his personal and professional mission to amplify Black culture through food – to use food not merely to break boundaries and build bridges but to reimagine it as a model for rewriting history.

FoodieCon at Loews Miami Beach Hotel

SOBEWFF partnered with Digital Brand Architects (DBA) for a full day of programming, including social media-worthy cooking demos, interactive panels with digital thought leaders, immersive activations and photo opportunities, and book signings with digital trailblazers the Golden Balance, Cooking With Lynja, Nick DiGiovanni, Owen Han, Wishbone Kitchen, Salt Hank, the Sweet Impact, Everything Delish, the Pasta Queen, Black Forager, Succulent Bite, Binging with Babish, Scheck Eats, and Jessica Woo.

Saint Jhn at E11even Saturdays

Rapper Saint Jhn took over the stage at Miami’s 24-hour nightclub E11even, setting the vibes at an all-time high for partygoers to dance the night away.

Craft-y Happy Hour and Bites at Bayshore Club Hosted by Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz

For this walk-around event, SOBEWFF partnered with Bayshore Club and Vanderpump Rules stars Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz, who co-own LA’s wildly popular Tom Tom Restaurant & Bar, to celebrate happy hour the only way we know how – with incredible food and drinks!

Steak & Whiskey Hosted by Michael Symon and Presented by Outfront Media – Part of the Miami Design District Event Series

Calling all carnivores! Chef, TV personality, and the King of Carnivores Michael Symon headed to the Design District to celebrate two great American classics: steak and whiskey. Twenty of the country’s greatest chefs came together and served their highest-quality steak dishes and sides, paired perfectly with smooth whiskey cocktails.

Coke Zero Sugar Presents Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Live

Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives returns and is hosted by the Mayor of Flavortown himself, Emmy-winning TV personality and restaurateur Guy Fieri. He’ll be joined by a hand-selected group of the country’s best roadside diners, vintage drive-ins, and out-of-the-way “dives” featured on the hit Food Network show.

Aaron Paul and Bryan Cranston at GekkÅ

Aaron Paul and Bryan Cranston got behind the bar at GekkÅ, where they made handcrafted cocktails using their delicious Dos Hombres Mezcal.

Bal Harbour Shops Access: Fashion Show and Luncheon Hosted by Geoffrey and Margaret Zakarian

Celebrated chef, best-selling author, and Food Network’s snappiest dresser, Geoffrey Zakarian, returned to Bal Harbour Shops for a fabulous fashion-forward luncheon co-hosted by his wife and president of Zakarian Hospitality, the ever-chic and sophisticated Margaret Zakarian.

Capital One Early Access Burger Bash Presented by Schweid & Sons Hosted by Emeril Lagasse with Special Performance by Midland

SOBEWFF’s beloved Burger Bash is back and better than ever as festival favorite Emeril Lagasse took center stage to present the most epic burger showdown.

Rae Sremmurd at LIV

The dynamic duo Rae Sremmurd was warmly welcomed to LIV, where they took over the stage and put on a performance that had the crowd going wild and poppin’ bottles until the early morning.

Mayami Saturdays

It was another hot and spicy Saturday night at Mayami Mexicantina, a trendy and stylish eatery with a Mexican fusion flare featuring a live fire performance and tangy cocktails that are sure to get those hips moving.

DJ Khaled at Story Saturdays

DJ Khaled was welcomed back to Story on Saturday, where he put on a performance that had partygoers going wild and dancing the night away.

Mau y Ricky Host “Miami” Secret Party at Oasis Wynwood

Mau y Ricky were the night’s hosts with their “Miami” Secret Party, the official after-party for Premios Lo Nuestro.

A Taste of Italy Hosted by Giada De Laurentiis Presented by Outfront Media part of the Miami Design District Event Series

Guests joined chef, author, restaurateur, and Food Network superstar Giada De Laurentiis for a wood-fired feast that was anything but a pizza party.

MaryGold’s Pernod Pairing Menu at Arlo Wynwood

Arlo Wynwood kicked off South Beach Food & Wine Festival with a Pernod Ricard specialty tasting and pairing menu by MaryGold’s chef Brad Kilgore and Bar Lab’s Christine Wiseman.

Dinner Hosted by Jeremy Ford of Stubborn Seed and Gabriel Kreuther Part of the Michelin Guide Dinner Series

Michelin-starred chef Gabriel Kreuther made his way to Miami for an unmissable festival dinner showcasing the James Beard Award winner’s classic French training and Alsatian heritage on full display at his eponymous New York City restaurant.

Sunday Supper Hosted by Mario Carbone

Guests were invited to gather around the table for this opulent Italian Sunday Supper led by maestro Mario Carbone, the mind-bending talented chef behind Major Food Group’s deluxe catalog of concepts, including Parm, Dirty French, and, of course, his eponymously named restaurant that now resides in Miami Beach’s trendy South of Fifth neighborhood.

Sixth-Annual Ping Pong & Pizza Hosted by Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten

Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten invited guests to join him at Market for the return of the iconic Ping Pong & Pizza late-night event. This year his son Cedric Vongerichten and daughter-in-law Ochi Latijuba Vongerichten co-hosted this iconic event. Guests enjoyed a vast Italian spread of Market’s favorites and specialty cocktails.