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Jun 10 2019

🍲 Roti, stew, and a cat named Peek-a-boo

Plus, the latest on pro soccer in Miami

Welcome to a new week! We’re getting closer and closer to the official start of summer, although it already feels like it’s here based on the amount of a/c we’ve been blasting. And we thought that was a good chance to share this list of great beaches to check out up and down the SoFla coast.

Now let’s take a dive into some news to know (and keep scrolling for inf
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Jun 07 2019

🍦A swirl of mango, coconut curry, and traffic fumes

Plus, how to celebrate World Oceans Day

Friday has arrived, folks! And tomorrow is World Oceans Day, a worldwide initiative to celebrate the big blue waters all around us. Here in the 305, there’s a day-long celebration happening at the Frost Museum of Science and clean-up events hosted by the 1 Hotel South Beach, and another happening in the area read more



Jun 06 2019

⚽ Where to watch the Women’s World Cup

Plus, another look at affordability in Miami

Happy Friday Jr., Miami! And hello to our friendly readers in Brickell, well at least that’s how National Geographic would describe you. The bustling center of business and development was named one of the 28 friendliest neighborhoods in America by t
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Jun 05 2019

🤔 Is Hialeah the next hot spot?

Plus, your mango shopping guide

Happy Hump Day, Miami! We’re a few days into Pride month, and if you’re looking for ways to celebrate, here’s a solid events roundup that includes everything from drag showcases to history and art exhibits. Check it out and stay tuned to the newsletter for more ways to celebrate the LGBTQ community this month (and beyond)!


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Jun 04 2019

💯 Why Miami’s feeling 100 this week

Plus, help us find some mango merchants

Hey hey, it’s Tuesday! And no matter what the calendar says, Miami summer is pretty much here.

The temps this week aren’t set to go above the high 80s, but once you factor in the heat index, it will actually feel more like 100 degrees outside. So don’t judge anyone for showing up to the office a little sweatier than usual.

Now that we’ve got the forecast out of the wa
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Jun 03 2019

👀Why folks are focused on Florida

Plus, the history of the croqueta

Welcome to June, Miami! Although it hasn’t been as warm as some other parts of the state, summer is pretty much here. And that’s a decent excuse to grab a bite or some drinks near the water.

So whether you’re feeling a sports bar vibe at a spot like Duffy’s or looking to take your boo on a date at Smith and Wollensky, here’s a list of restaurants that offer s
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May 31 2019

💰How to save on hurricane supplies

Plus, a look at a Little Haiti hideaway

Welcome to Friday! We’re on the eve of hurricane season, and that means we’re at the start of a tax holiday on certain hurricane supplies.

Starting today through next Thursday, June 6, Florida shoppers won’t pay sales tax on items like flashlights, tarps, batteries, and generators.

So don’t delay on stocking up, folks. Now, here’s some more
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May 30 2019

👾 The place where cocktails and Pokémon meet

Plus, scroll down to see how you can hang with us IRL

Hey hey, it’s Thursday! And there’s great news for Pokémon pros or folks who couldn’t tell you the difference between a Caterpie or a Charmander. There’s a Pokémon-themed bar coming to the 305 some time this year.

The when and where are still a mystery, but if you’re really interested you can sign up for updatesread more



May 29 2019

🍽️ Here’s your last chance to enjoy a Miami mainstay

Plus, a new role for a member of our team

Hello and happy Hump Day! We’re back with our full news roundup today, and a bunch of new events for you all to check out, and we also have a big update on a member of our team…


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May 28 2019

🌭 Hot dogs, beer, and a new tech career

Plus, showing some love to one of our members

Happy Tuesday, Miami! We hope you had a safe and fun Memorial Day weekend full of cookouts with friends, and memorable getaways.

Or maybe you had a different kind of break and realized what you really need is a new gig. If that’s the case, we have some good news for you: It’s not too late to apply for one of Facebook and Ironhack Miami’s scho
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