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Move over pickleball. Padel is the hottest thing in Miami
One of the trendiest sports in Miami is a tennis-like pastime that most locals probably haven't played yet.Why it matters: Padel, a racquet sport with widespread international appeal that has begun spreading to America, is "the new golf," according to a former tennis pro-turned-Miami luxury real estate agent who conducts business on the court.The agent, Marko Gojanovic, plays at the members-only Reserve padel club on Watson Island, the Washington Post reports. (Membership is invitation only and the price is unknown.)"During Covid, a lot more people were in Florida, and it's the most popular thing here among a group of very-high-net-worth...
Move over pickleball. Padel is the hottest thing in Miami
One of the trendiest sports in Miami is a tennis-like pastime that most locals probably haven't played yet.Why it matters: Padel, a racquet sport with widespread international appeal that has begun spreading to America, is "the new golf," according to a former tennis pro-turned-Miami luxury real estate agent who conducts business on the court.The agent, Marko Gojanovic, plays at the members-only Reserve padel club on Watson Island, the Washington Post reports. (Membership is invitation only and the price is unknown.)"During Covid, a lot more people were in Florida, and it's the most popular thing here among a group of very-high-net-worth...
Hopes for Heat playoff run hinge on Play-In Tournament. How it works
The Heat weren't good enough this year to automatically qualify for the NBA Playoffs, but Miami can still earn one of the final two spots in the playoffs by winning the Play-In Tournament.Why it matters: The Heat haven't missed the playoffs since 2019.After trading for Jimmy Butler before the 2020 season, Miami has made the Eastern Conference Finals each year and reached the NBA Finals twice.Yes, but: Despite a 2023β24 season full of injuries and mediocre play, the Heat were in a similar position last year and survived the Play-In Tournament to reach the NBA Finals.How it works: Teams in...
Hopes for Heat playoff run hinge on Play-In Tournament. How it works
The Heat weren't good enough this year to automatically qualify for the NBA Playoffs, but Miami can still earn one of the final two spots in the playoffs by winning the Play-In Tournament.Why it matters: The Heat haven't missed the playoffs since 2019.After trading for Jimmy Butler before the 2020 season, Miami has made the Eastern Conference Finals each year and reached the NBA Finals twice.Yes, but: Despite a 2023β24 season full of injuries and mediocre play, the Heat were in a similar position last year and survived the Play-In Tournament to reach the NBA Finals.How it works: Teams in...
The best time to sell a home in Miami might be June
Data: Zillow; Chart: Erin Davis/Axios VisualsMiami homes listed in early June sold for almost $13,000 more than during other times of the year, per a Zillow analysis of 2023 home sales.The big picture: Nationally, May has long been the best month to list your house, but in 2023, sellers made the highest profits in the first two weeks of June, a Zillow study shows.This shift is largely due to mortgage rates, which cooled slightly in June and brought some buyers off the sidelines.The other side: Buyers, if you want to avoid peak pricing, consider shopping outside of the spring and summer months.What's next: Interest rate cuts aren't expected anytime soon, but if those rates do fall in 2024, we may have a second spring market.Sign up for Axios Miami for free.
Things to do this weekend: Miami Beach Pride, Seafood Fest and more
The weekend is here. Let's celebrate with these events around town.π³οΈβπ Miami Beach Pride Festival: The final weekend of Miami Beach Pride includes a two-day festival at Lummus Park and a parade on Sunday.Both events are free and begin at noon.π 18th annual Deering Seafood Festival: The festival is back with fresh seafood, live demos, entertainment and kids' activities.The event at Deering Estate in Palmetto Bay is from 10am to 6pmTickets range from $10 to $30.π The River Cities Festival: The annual event is back for its 51st year in Miami Springs, highlighting South Florida's culture and featuring art, music...
Local director spotlights Miami in debut feature "Fallen Fruit"
In crafting a film about "learning to love Miami again," 305-native Chris Molina set his story among local landmarks β A.C.'s Icees, Matheson Hammock Park, Kendall Indian Hammock Park β to make the city itself a central character.Why it matters: The 28-year-old's film debuted last week at Miami's Film Festival among the about 40 locally made features and short films in the festival's lineup β the most films made by locals in the event's history."They've got something to say," James Woolley, the festival executive director, told the Miami Herald. "They have a point of view. They're really wanting...
Miami Heat star launches new doughnut, coffee at The Salty
Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler is taking his talents to the kitchen for a new pastry-and-coffee pairing in collaboration with local doughnut powerhouse The Salty.State of play: Butler and his Bigface Coffee brand are launching two new menu items today through April 21 at all The Salty locations.The churro croughnut ($5.50) is made with a 24-hour brioche croughnut tossed in cinnamon sugar, filled with cinnamon mousse and topped with mini churros and caramel glaze.The new Cinnamon Citrus Capp ($6) is a caffeinated concoction of Bigface espresso, fresh orange and cinnamon syrup, and your choice of milk.The pairing is $10 if purchased together.A portion of the sales will benefit Project Backboard, a nonprofit that renovates public basketball courts and installs large-scale, site-specific artwork.Sign up for Axios Miami for free.
Amtrak's long-distance Auto Train is picking up more passengers
Ridership on Amtrak's Auto Train, the largest passenger train in the world, continues to grow. Why it matters: The Amtrak Auto Train, which runs on a 900-mile southeast route, is a railway success story you've probably never heard of. One of its three profitable lines, the Auto Train carries a comparatively small number of passengers, but appeals to snowbirds and families who want to bring their vehicles and belongings to and from areas near D.C. and Orlando, Florida. By the numbers: Auto Train ridership has outpaced pre-pandemic levels β part of an overall boom for Amtrak ridership in recent years,...
City's sounds inspire studentβs O, Miami poem
Kerlande Alouidor started writing poems in fifth grade when O, Miami, a local nonprofit that centers poetry, came to her class as part of its education series.State of swag: Now, as a sixth grader at Morningside Kβ8 Academy, one of her poems is prominently displayed on this year's edition of the O, Miami Poetry Festival's coveted tote bag.Catch up quick: Each year, O, Miami selects a poem to feature on totes distributed at events throughout the month-long festival, which began last week.This year, the team at the nonprofit chose Kerlande's because it "conveys a strong desire for more empathy and...
What sets Miami apart in Florida's abortion fight
Even as Miami-Dade County has shifted right in recent years, support for abortion rights has remained resilient among its majority Latino population, despite the group's strong religious views and typically conservative politics.Why it matters: Where South Florida's Latino population stands on the issue could be vital to the outcome of November's referendum that would enshrine a person's right to an abortion in the state constitution.68% of U.S. Latinos oppose abortion bans, in line with what they've said about the issue since June 2022, according to a new Axios-Ipsos Latino Poll in partnership with Noticias Telemundo.Catch up fast: Last week, Florida's...
Park or privacy? Miami-Dade offers compromise in land fight
A fight in Palmetto Bay over whether to create a park on vacant county land or sell it to residents worried about commotion outside their homes appears headed toward a solution.Catch up fast: Homeowners abutting the over 2-acre lot β which is empty, other than a few Florida Power & Light transmission towers β have been trying to purchase the lot since 2022 after complaining about young people gathering to drink beer and play music outside their homes.The property is not buildable, but the neighbors want to buy it for $14,000 to subdivide it and fence it off as private...
Park or privacy? Miami-Dade offers compromise in land fight
A fight in Palmetto Bay over whether to create a park on vacant county land or sell it to residents worried about commotion outside their homes appears headed toward a solution.Catch up fast: Homeowners abutting the over 2-acre lot β which is empty, other than a few Florida Power & Light transmission towers β have been trying to purchase the lot since 2022 after complaining about young people gathering to drink beer and play music outside their homes.The property is not buildable, but the neighbors want to buy it for $14,000 to subdivide it and fence it off as private...
Why Miamians should drive up to Pupusatime in Hollywood
Do you know how good Pupsatime in Hollywood is? The Infatuation listed it as one of the best pupusa restaurants in Miami, and it's in Broward!Why it matters: This might be a turning point in the not-so-friendly rivalry between Miami-Dade and Broward.Maybe we can come together over the national dish of El Salvador, a corn tortilla stuffed with delicious fillings and served with a tangy curtido coleslaw.State of plate: My wife and I shared four pupusas and a couple of drinks for under $30.The pupusa revuelta β which is stuffed with pork, refried beans and cheese β was the best thing I ate all day.The pupusa loroco, filled with cheese and the edible loroco flower, was a close second.Orders come with containers filled with curtido and pickled onions for the table. Serve on the side, and enjoy!Sign up for Axios Miami for free.
Why Miamians should drive up to Pupusatime in Hollywood
Do you know how good Pupsatime in Hollywood is? The Infatuation listed it as one of the best pupusa restaurants in Miami, and it's in Broward!Why it matters: This might be a turning point in the not-so-friendly rivalry between Miami-Dade and Broward.Maybe we can come together over the national dish of El Salvador, a corn tortilla stuffed with delicious fillings and served with a tangy curtido coleslaw.State of plate: My wife and I shared four pupusas and a couple of drinks for under $30.The pupusa revuelta β which is stuffed with pork, refried beans and cheese β was the best thing I ate all day.The pupusa loroco, filled with cheese and the edible loroco flower, was a close second.Orders come with containers filled with curtido and pickled onions for the table. Serve on the side, and enjoy!Sign up for Axios Miami for free.
Spring allergies suck for Florida pets, too
More pets in Florida, particularly dogs, are being treated for itchy skin and allergies.Why it matters: Seasonal allergies can be uncomfortable for furry friends, and they can lead to secondary issues, including skin infections.By the numbers: Pet insurance company Trupanion reports a 73% increase in allergy claims for insured pets in Florida in 2023 compared to 2019, with the data growth adjusted and measured on a per 1,000 pet basis.Nationwide, allergy claims were up 45%.Big picture: Insurer Nationwide says allergies top the list of health conditions that prompt vet visits.Dog allergy drugs Apoquel and Cytopoint have treated more than 20...
What Heat rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. does in his spare time
The Miami Heat have four games left in the regular season, and rookie forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. is hoping to make his first trip to the NBA Playoffs.Why it matters: Since being drafted this year, the 23-year-old Jaquez has made an immediate impact, averaging 12 points per game to go with four rebounds and a steal.He's also become a rising star, especially in the Hispanic community. Jaquez is just the sixth Mexican national to reach the NBA. He was also on the cover of Mexican GQ and has starred in TV commercials with teammate Jimmy Butler.We caught up with Jaquez...
What's going up: Edgewater is booming, Miami Worldcenter takes shape
A new affordable housing project broke ground near Miami Beach's Normandy Shores Golf Course, the South Florida Business Journal reported.Vista Breeze, on South Shore Drive, will offer apartments for seniors making up to 80% of area median income.Edgewater is booming, and Peruvian developer William Ticona is making moves after sitting on land there.Grupo T&C, where Ticona is general manager, announced Friday that it was launching the 55-story Edge House Miami, a luxury short-term rental development at 1825 NE 4th Ave.The property is one of multiple Edgewater parcels where Ticona is looking to build. He's also planning a boutique condo between...
How and where to watch the eclipse in Miami
Miami isn't in the path of totality for Monday's eclipse, but you can still catch a glimpse of the big show.Why it matters: The next eclipse in North America won't be for another two decades. So even though only part of the sun will be obscured here, it's worth your time.βοΈ And the forecast looks good for a watch party: Sunny and breezy with a high of 78Β°.Zoom in: The eclipse will cover 45% of the sun around Miami.It begins at 1:47pm and reaches peak coverage at 3:01pm.Show's over at 4:13pm.Where to watch with a crowd:Frost Science has a day of programming. Tickets start at $37.95 for nonmembers and $26.95 for kids ages 4 to 11.Miami-Dade Public Library North Central Branch is giving out eclipse glasses until supplies last and has kid crafting activities.Zey Zey is doing a guided meditation and cacao ceremony, plus sound healing and live music. Tickets start at $33.Go deeper: Map of the eclipse path across FloridaSign up for Axios Miami for free.
Five ideas for your perfect South Florida weekend
It's the first weekend of April. Let's celebrate with events in and around Miami.π³οΈβπ Miami Beach Pride began Thursday and runs through the 14th with events almost daily.The festival is next weekend (April 12-14), but events this weekend include a Family Picnic and Pride Movie Night at the Rooftop Cinema Club.The picnic is free, and movie tickets begin at $19.πΆ Tortuga Music Festival, a three-day festival on Fort Lauderdale Beach, returns with headliners like Lainey Wilson, Hardy and Jason Aldean.Single-day passes begin at $149. Three-day passes begin at $335.π₯ O, Miami Poetry Festival and Miami Film Festival are running through the weekend with events around the city.Pro tip: Our guides highlight which poetry events or film screenings caught our attention.π± Family Day at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden offers family-friendly activities, including garden-inspired crafting, sound Bingo, story time and a drum workshop.Sunday, 1β4pm. Free with an RSVP.π Starry Hoops Madness lets you compete against ex-Miami Heat players Mario Chalmers, Jason Williams and Rashard Lewis in a three-point contest in South Beach hosted by the Heat and Starry.Saturday, 2-6pm. Lummus Park between Fifth and Sixth streets. Free.Sign up for Axios Miami for free.
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