Collins Ave Is Calling

First debuted in 1940 along a prime oceanfront spot on Collins Avenue, the Lord Tarleton Hotel was a sleek, modernist haven for sun seekers during Miami Beach’s mid-century heyday. Over the years, it underwent several transformations (from a chain outpost in the ‘60s and ‘70s to a
retro-chic boutique in the early aughts), and this year, it was reborn once again as the Andaz, the first Florida settlement for Hyatt’s design-driven spinoff. Expect a polished but playful aesthetic that salutes the property’s Art Deco heritage. (In fact, many original accents remain in place, including the rooftop radio tower once used to signal incoming VIPs from the nearby airport). There are three on-site restaurants, all steered by José Andrés Group, along with a spa, two heated pools, and a private beach. Need to cool off? Simply press your “popsicle pager,” and ice cream will be delivered in minutes.
4041 Collins Avenue, hyatt.com/andaz

SKY-HIGH STYLE

Earlier this year, for the first time in its 55-year history, the legendary London-based shoemaker Manolo Blahnik officially planted roots in South Florida, choosing (unsurprisingly) the high-fashion epicenter of the Miami Design District. The boutique’s interior is a love letter to Art Deco Miami (Mr. Manolo himself stated, “The music and madness of Miami is really like no other place on
earth”), featuring ornamental details, polished brass, terrazzo floors, and sculptural displays that lend an art gallery air to the upscale shoe boutique.
A monochromatic color palette ensures the shoes, in all their vividly hued glory, pop against black-and-white finishes. Shoppers are treated to Miami-exclusive designs and limited-edition styles, too.
140 NE 39th Street, miamidesigndistrict.com

CHEF’S CHOICE

San Lorenzo, a newly launched Italian haunt on the banks of Little River, is throwing the traditional rulebook – err, menu – out the window. “In a world of infinite choices, where distractions are around all the time, to be guided is actually welcome and a bit of fresh air,” said co-founder Andrea Fraquelli. There is no menu; diners simply decide between carne and pesce (meat or fish), and Executive Chef Giulio Rossi does the rest, treating diners to a tableside show of three antipasti and an entree for $140 for two. There’s a waterfront terrace in addition to the main dining hall, and both are finished with classic Italian touchstones: white tablecloths, real-flame candles, fresh flowers. 620 NE 78th Street, @sanlorenzo.miami

SUMMER SPA-TACULAR

Miami Spa Months officially kicked off on July 1 and will run full steam-shower ahead until August 31. More than 35 participating hotel and day spas are offering steep discounts and curated experiences, from Swedish massages and high-tech facials to holistic healing rituals and detoxifying body treatments. Highlights include the $159 Hamman Ritual Kese, a deeply exfoliating traditional Turkish cleansing ritual, at the newly opened Hürrem Hammam Wellness & Spa in North Miami Beach, and a $199 Brighten Experience Facial at the St. Regis Bal Harbour. Bonus: participating spa goers will receive $1 parking rates with the ParkMobile app. miamiandbeaches.com/deals/spa-months

FLAMING FEASTS

Wynwood newcomer Niño Gordo boasts all the hallmarks of Miami hedonism: cheeky wallpaper motifs, moody crimson lighting, mirrored walls, and a secret cocktail bar hidden behind an old cigarette vending machine. But vibe alone isn’t enough to score a full house on a Saturday night, and chef Pedro Peña is already causing a stir. The menu is a bridge between two worlds – South American and Asian – fusing Japanese, Korean, and Southeast Asian techniques with the fiery flavors of Argentina for creative, colorful dishes that punch. Standouts include curried squid and veal dumplings, Peking-style duck, and a devilishly rich beef katsu sando on Japanese milk bread. Be sure to pencil in time for a nightcap at Dekotora, the attached speakeasy. 112 NW 28th Street, niniogordo.us