CUBAN QUEEN
Michelle Bernstein goes back to Miamis Cuban roots with a new eatery in Little Havana. For Caf La Trova, which opens January 28, the bubbly chef and TV host partnered with Julio Cabrera, a Cuban-born mixologist whom shes known and worked with for 15 years at her defunct restaurants Michys and Sra. Martinez. His contributions are key since their whole vision centers on Cubas Cantinero cocktail culture. (Cantineros are professional bartenders and invaluable to keeping Cuban culture alive.) La Trova comes from the traditional music of Santiago de Cuba, so there will be plenty of live music to enjoy authentic daiquiris and other retro throwbacks like Grasshoppers. For her part, Bernstein makes calabaza squash empanadas, pan con bistec, and paella croquetasthe best of both dishes in one.
971 SW Eighth Street; 786.615;4379; cafelatrova.com
THE POWER OF PURVIS
Purvis Young is having a moment. The late South Floridian artist is the subject of two solo shows here, including one that opens today at New River Fine Art gallery in Fort Lauderdale. On view through February 16, Protest and Praise exhibits his drawings on paper, collages and wood constructions. A self-taught, urban storyteller, he used found objects and debris collected on the streets to start a discussion about social injustice, protests, hope and other factors of inner-city realities. An opening reception honors him. Local collectors Mera and Don Rubell also chose to highlight Young for their annual Art Basel exhibit at their private art space, Rubell Family Collection. The large-scale painting survey with over 100 works is their biggest show to date. It runs through June 29 and features a comprehensive catalog.
822 East Las Olas Boulevard; 954.524.2100; newriverfineart.com. 95 NW 29th Street; 305.573.6090; rfc.museum
DALMAR DEBUTS
After collaborating with Ian Schrager for its Edition hospitality brand, Marriott International created the Tribute Portfolio. The design- and tech-angled concepts Dalmar property with 25 stories and 209 rooms recently debuted in Fort Lauderdale. Room decor departs from the pack with thoughtful details such as Slim Aarons photographs, La Bottega bath products and Smart technology from keyless locks to iPad and Amazon Alexa service. Marble and natural wood are more upgrades. Millennial-minded common spaces invite socializing and working. The sixth-floor lobby opens to a wraparound sky deck with ocean and skyline views. Custom cabanas ring the pool and Sip N Dip outdoor bar. Its just one of five dining options. Sparrow rooftop bar plays up the citys midcentury-modern architecture, while the Terrace Grill serves American fare in curvy banquettes.
299 North Federal Highway; 954.945.9500; thedalmar.com
1000 TURNS ONE
When it opened a year ago, 1000 North altered Jupiters dining and drinking scene for its 350-foot dock and upscale setting with a private club upstairs. The ownersa group of local athletes and entrepreneurs including Michael Jordan who wanted a home away from home with solid cuisine by a seasoned chefdid so well, that theyre inviting everyone to a ticketed birthday bash ($55) on February 13. Sponsored by Loveblock Wines, the night will flow with its pinot gris, sauvignon blanc and pinot noir. Theyll also serve birthday-themed cocktails and canaps. Attendees will get a gander at the new pergola, too. The addition is just another gift to patrons through its shade and shelter from the elements.
1000 U.S. 1; 561.570.1000; 1000north.com
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