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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Questions 1 - 15 of 2359 (Page 1 of 119)Submitted by Dennis from Baltimore, Md
Q: Hi, I'm being held over few days 'cause of the weather up north. What are the good clubs to go to on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday ?
Answered 02/08/10 18:34:42 by Lesley Abravanel
A: Hey...Mondays are slow but check out the W Hotel's Living Room /lobby bar or Mr Chow; Tuesday Louis at the Gansevoort; Wednesday try LIV at the Fontainebleau. Things should be much calmer now!Submitted by matt from miami
Q: Where are the gifting suites this year? Anything like the big set-up a few years ago on LUMMUS Park?
Answered 02/05/10 11:45:17 by Lesley Abravanel
A: rece$$ion forced gift suites to either go away or be conducted secretly, away from the public eye!Submitted by Dr Rand Pink from Malibu, CA
Q: How can Lesley produce both information and comdedy on her blog at the same time. I laugh so loud it can be heard from PCH in Malibu to Ocean Drive in Miami,
Answered 02/02/10 19:10:48 by Lesley Abravanel
A: Doctuh! Thanks so much! Enjoying your Tweets as well!Submitted by Sophie from Miami Beach, FL
Q: Hey Lesley! 2 cute local girls in their 30's, where do you suggest we go Thur/Fri/Sat? Our main goal is not to fight at any doors to get in and we don't care about seeing celebs... We just want to party and have a great time!! Thank you!!
Answered 02/02/10 19:10:14 by Lesley Abravanel
A: if you insist on staying on the beach, try the Catalina Hotel & Beach Club, which is throwing free, fun Super Bowl-related events open to the public. Eden Roc has Hotel 944 which is also throwing some open to the public events, or get off the beach entirely and go to Bardot or Transit Lounge. SET is also doing a three year anniversary weekend celebration not really Super Bowl related and catering to locals.Submitted by ML Creative Group from New York, NY
Q: Super Bowl Addition **Friday Night Lights** Super Bowl Weekend @ The Shore Club Join NFL Stars Lamarr Woodley, Ray Rice, Shawne Merriman, Warren Sapp and many more for a kickoff of Super Bowl Weekend With music by DJ Clue, Solange Knowles, David Berrie & Very Special Performance. ML Creative Group ( http://www.MLCreativeGroup.com ) Presents Friday, February 5th ***Friday Night Lights*** Sky Bar The Shore Club 1901 Collins Avenue Miami Beach 9:00pm to 4:00am Music by: David Berrie DJ Clue Guest DJ Set By: Solange Knowles SPECIAL SURPRISE PERFORMANCE Hosted by: Lamarr Woodley (of the Pittsburgh Steelers) Ray Rice (of the Baltimore Ravens) Shawne Merriman (of the San Diego Chargers) Warren Sapp Powered by: Critical Mass Entertainment Group Day & Night (The Dual Groupe) Deluxe Get There ML Creative Group Perk Marketing Group The Eldridge Inquiries: Please call: 212.505.7600 Contact: SuperBowl2010@MLCreativeGroup.com To Purchase Tickets: http://www.snaptickets.com/FridayNightLights
Answered 02/01/10 17:37:13 by Lesley Abravanel
A: thanks! Will post to my blog here: http://blogs.herald.com/scene_in_the_tropics/ http://blogs.herald.com/scene_in_the_tropics/2010/01/your-guide-to-super-bowl-parties-you-can-and-cant-get-into.html#commentsSubmitted by haim turgman from miami
Q: did you verify that diddy is the host there? Super Bowl Party at Karma, 10pm, 619 Washington Ave. South Beach. Hosted by Diddy, along with Warren Sapp (Oakland Raiders), Randy Moss (New England Patriots), Terell Owens (Buffalo Bills), Jason Taylor (Miami Dolphins) with a live performance by Raheem DeVaughn. Tickets are $40. To purchase call 305-878-0904.
Answered 01/29/10 19:10:20 by Lesley Abravanel
A: Guess what? He's not! Info was updated yesterday. The rest are set to be there though, according to promoters.Submitted by Woym from new york,ny
Q: Do you have the location for the Playboy golf vip party on Wed. Feb 3rd ?
Answered 01/29/10 19:09:54 by Lesley Abravanel
A: www.woodmontcountryclub.net 7801 Northwest 80th Avenue Tamarac, FL 33321-2101Submitted by Tico from Miami
Q: Hello Lesley, Switchboard of Miami, a local non-profit, is having a pre-Super Bowl Party Thursday the 4th from 8PM-1AM. We will be featuring Willy Chirino in concert, an internationally acclaimed DJ, open bar, food, a paella and a raffle for a pair of Super Bowl tickets. The price is $250 but if they mention that they are a fan of yours they get it for $150. All proceeds go to Switchboard of Miami and of course I have 2 tickets for you. Can you please help us promote the cause? Thanks
Answered 01/28/10 11:18:16 by Lesley Abravanel
A: http://blogs.herald.com/scene_in_the_tropics/2010/01/your-guide-to-super-bowl-parties-you-can-and-cant-get-into.html#commentsSubmitted by Catherine from Miami
Q: Can we get our Super Fiesta on the Island listed here? Its a fundraiser for Switchboard of Miami and Haitian Earthquake Relief....celebrating football Miami style...with a Latin flair.
Answered 01/28/10 11:18:11 by Lesley Abravanel
A: already up! http://blogs.herald.com/scene_in_the_tropics/2010/01/your-guide-to-super-bowl-parties-you-can-and-cant-get-into.html#commentsSubmitted by Cecilia from Miami
Q: Love your suggestions. Where do you suggest watching the superbowl and meet men in their 50's?
Answered 01/28/10 11:17:56 by Lesley Abravanel
A: Hmm..there are a lot of places, but I suggest you go watch the SB either at Bourbon Steak/Turnberry or The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach....Or Seminole Hard Rock in H-wood check out my comprehensive blog post of Super Bowl events.. http://blogs.herald.com/scene_in_the_tropics/2010/01/your-guide-to-super-bowl-parties-you-can-and-cant-get-into.html#commentsSubmitted by Mike from Chicago
Q: Which nights are Club 50 and Bardot the best?
Answered 01/26/10 13:10:38 by Lesley Abravanel
A: Thurs, Fri, Sat for Club 50 and Bardot is good on weekends and also during week, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday.Submitted by lee t from miami fl.
Q: best place to spot celebs during super bowl party week? Best hotel or restaurant? Thanks...
Answered 01/26/10 13:08:53 by Lesley Abravanel
A: fontainebleau....or nobu is opening a satellite restaurant at ONE Bal Harbour resort..that one could be good too...but really, Hard Rock is going to be major celeb central.Submitted by Mike from Chicago
Q: 2 Party Guys coming down there in feb. after superbowl. Can you pick a club for me each night from my list? We are 35 and money isn't a issue. Wed-Glass or LIV Thurs.SET/Suite/Ganvsroot Fri.-LIV/Mynt Sat.-Mansion/LIV Sun.-Nikki Beach at Night or something else? Advice appreciated. We party in Miami often.
Answered 01/21/10 15:51:35 by Lesley Abravanel
A: Glass and Suite are closed so..LIV, SET, Mynt, Mansion, Nikki and add Shore Club and Mondrian to your Sundays.....also add Louis to your list and, off the beach, Club 50 and Bardot.Submitted by fred garvin from chicago, IL
Q: What's this I hear about Roger Daltrey hanging out in south beach for a month to get acclimated for the superbowl?
Answered 01/20/10 20:19:58 by Lesley Abravanel
A: well he was at johnny rockets on ocean drive last week but hasnt been seen since!Submitted by Tito Ponce from Miami
Q: Hey Leslie: What happened to Au Pied de Cochon? Its looks closed down to me. Tito
Answered 01/07/10 16:22:42 by Lesley Abravanel
A: Yep, it closed right before christmas. for sale sign in the window. too bad.
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