Lesley Abravanel covers nightlife in her weekly column, Velvet Underground, in which she scopes the scene for stars, scandal and social studies. A former wanna-be clubkid in the late 80s NYC club scene heyday, she skipped town for Miami, where she's been since 1990--the so-called halcyon days of South Beach clubdom. While combing the scene definitely calls for lots of vitamins, under eye cream and Red Bull, the key ingredient to Lesley's undying energy is a daily bowl of gossip. In her scant spare time, she enjoys American Idol, karaoke and dive bars. She also writes travel books about the entire state of Florida, day and night. Send Lesley your questions regarding nightlife, rumors and gossip. Non monetary tips and daily rants are greatly appreciated as well. Read more from Lesley about the Scene in the Tropics in her weblog.
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Send Lesley your questions regarding nightlife, rumors and gossipMost Recently Answered Questions
Questions 56 - 75 of 2184 (Page 4 of 110)Submitted by raquel from miami beach, florida
Q: Hi lesley, do you know who will be opening for Madonna when she comes to dolphin stadium?
Answered 08/19/08 11:12:09 by Lesley Abravanel
A: I don't think there is an opening act...Submitted by vanessa from miami beach
Q: hey leslie, what happened to the 8thandohshit site? i miss them. did they get in trouble for talking so much smack? loved it!!!
Answered 08/12/08 15:24:24 by Lesley Abravanel
A: hey there..i dunno..i didn't know it was gone but it seems that those blogs don't make it down here for some reason.....long live the dirt!Submitted by Old School from miami
Q: Hi Lesley, is it just me or the clubs back in the day were alot better than what Miami has today? Amnesia, Club Taj in the grove, Mezzanote at the beach and the grove. Alcazaba wednesday nights, Stefano's in Key biscayne even Casanova's to go back even further. Would you agree?
Answered 08/12/08 13:53:58 by Lesley Abravanel
A: Oh boy, you're preaching to the choir....nothing has been the same since in my opinion as well....Submitted by Elmer Gooberstein from Pinecrest
Q: Hi Lesley, Maybe you can help he, I just met this girl the other night and she told me her name was Jenny and I asked her for her phone number and she said it was 867-5309 and her cell was 324-8811. But that sounds alot like the song "jenny", Is it possible she doesnt like me or find me hot and attractive?
Answered 08/11/08 17:46:15 by Lesley Abravanel
A: maybe she's just jesse's girl and trying to be cautious.Submitted by Jo-Yvonne from New Jersey
Q: Hello! Just wondering which menu and restaurant is the best food from the "SPICE Menu?" We are looking for a fun 80's night on Monday any suggestions? Is Rock bar any good on Mondays?
Answered 08/11/08 17:16:23 by Lesley Abravanel
A: i'd take advantage of the deals at The Forge, Setai and Michy's.. Monday night is BED or Cameo....not sure about Rok Bar on MondaySubmitted by Mr. Sniffits from Miami
Q: Hi Les, I met this really gorgeous woman a few months ago at Prive. This is embarrassing to admit, but she has very smelly feet, especially when we play twister at her sisters house every friday. i dont know how to tell her that her feet smell like a mix between Cheetos and limburger cheese. Any advice?
Answered 08/11/08 14:20:08 by Lesley Abravanel
A: ask britney spears.Submitted by Figaro Canneloni from Hialeah
Q: I told my girlfriend that love will keep us together no matter the weather. She told me that captain and tennile called and want their song back. Should I dump her?
Answered 08/11/08 13:49:48 by Lesley Abravanel
A: no, you should marry her and then hire captain and tennile to reunite at your wedding, but only allow them to sing muskrat love.Submitted by Mr. Colada from Key West
Q: If you like Pina Coladas, gettin caught in the rain, if your not into yoga, if your into champagne. Then i am the person youve looked for. What do you think of this personal ad? Will it help me?
Answered 08/11/08 13:31:54 by Lesley Abravanel
A: here's lookin' at you kid..here's lookin at you kid...lookin at all the things you did..we can find it once again, i know..sailin' away to key largo...Submitted by Lionel Richy from LA
Q: Hi Lesley! I did my best but I guess my best wasnt good enough because here I am right where i was before, seems nothing ever changes as we are back to being strangers. Oh well, i will keep trying.
Answered 08/11/08 13:28:06 by Lesley Abravanel
A: Hey Lionel--love you much but that was James Ingrahm!Submitted by Patty from Miami
Q: Hi Lesly we are 4 girls in the late 30's. Can you give us some fun/latinos places to go out dancing (Friday and saturday)
Answered 08/11/08 12:00:04 by Lesley Abravanel
A: on south beach, aerobar is new and hot on fridays and saturdays..on coral way, check out www.labodeguitamiami.comSubmitted by james from miami fla
Q: girls in Miami are always looking for sugar daddies, etc.. Where can young handsome educated guys find a nice hot cougar?
Answered 08/11/08 11:55:57 by Lesley Abravanel
A: ha! i wouldn't say there's a specific spot for cougar hunting, but i would tend to think they gather in packs at places like the forge, prime one twelve and bal harbour shops!Submitted by Kay from Miami, FL
Q: Hey Leslie! I was wondering if you could tell me when Fashion Week in Miami officially starts for 2009 collections?? I know there are clubs that hold their private fashion shows but im talking about the same/ legit Fashion Week that is also held in NYC and L.A. You would be a great deal of help. thanks a ton!!!! :)
Answered 08/06/08 12:23:00 by Lesley Abravanel
A: well we just finished up fashion week for swim wear, but as for other fashion weeks, I have no info just yet..I don't believe we are having any in conjunction with NYC's, which is the week of Sept. 8.IF I hear I will let you know, tho!Submitted by John from NYC
Q: What club would be the best bet for a bachelor party in the south beach area, if we weren't interested in waiting in a line. It's a group of 5 of us in our 30s. Thanks in advance.
Answered 08/06/08 12:06:18 by Lesley Abravanel
A: well your best bet is to order bottle service so then you wont have to wait in line...that said, you can do that anywhere but for a bachelor party I'd say go to SET and request either the hip hop room or the trophy room!Submitted by raquel from miami beach, florida
Q: Hi Lesley, What is your take on all the amazing clubs and nightlife that the fontainbleu and Gansveport will bring to miami? Do you think all other clubs will suffer?
Answered 08/05/08 12:57:48 by Lesley Abravanel
A: raquel---nah, i think it will just add a much needed freshness to the scene and only enhance it!Submitted by cuci from Miami
Q: How can we submit our concert for your review or write up?? Thanks! Cuci www.afrobeta.com
Answered 08/05/08 12:52:50 by Lesley Abravanel
A: hi--email MHammersly@miamiherald.comSubmitted by BC from Miami
Q: Do you know what is going on with Maison d'Azur? They have been closed since friday and noone at the hotel will give me information on why...
Answered 08/05/08 11:23:00 by Lesley Abravanel
A: Hey--Maison has, indeed closed. Left the Angler's building last Thursday....Submitted by Katy Perry from NY
Q: Hi Lesley, I kissed a girl and I liked it, the taste of her cherry chapstick. Thanks!
Answered 08/01/08 17:46:28 by Lesley Abravanel
A: It felt so wrong It felt so right Don't mean I'm in love tonightSubmitted by Gloria Gaynor from LA
Q: Hi Lesley, At first I was afraid I was pertified, I kept thinking I could never live without him by my side. But then I spent so many nights thinking how he did me wrong and I grew strong and learned how to get along. And now Im back somebody new!
Answered 08/01/08 17:45:21 by Lesley Abravanel
A: so now go! walk out the door, just turn around now...you're not welcome anymore..Submitted by Chris Cross from MIA
Q: Hi Lesley, You know that sailing takes me away to where im going?
Answered 08/01/08 17:45:02 by Lesley Abravanel
A: doo doo...soon i will be freeeeeeeeeeeeSubmitted by Jim Nelson from Chuckey, Tn
Q: This is my first attempt to reach out to a reporter from your paper who might recall some stories and field a few questions about drug running pilots from back in the seventies & eighties. Am sure this predates your service but, do you know someone on staff (retired) who might assist in a little research ? Thanks for any assist. jn
Answered 08/01/08 10:03:18 by Lesley Abravanel
A: hi jim--email me at Lank@aol.com. I sure do.
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