Virginia Gil

We love a European vacation as much as the next person, but perhaps less so these days. Despite the innovations in air travel luring us abroad, there’s just too much to see and do right here in America. With plenty of accessible domestic tourism and stunning destinations for year-round travel, a weekend getaway in the U.S. is just the vacation we all need right now. Our picks bypass the obvious choices, say New York or L.A., in favor of smaller cities with booming art scenes, lesser-known towns with incredible restaurants and coastal spots with plenty of room to spread out on the sand. You’ll find fewer crowds and plenty of small-town charm at these unexpected destinations. Looking for someplace to go in 2026? These places should absolutely be on your travel radar this year. RECOMMENDED: The best cities to visit in the U.S.

Chicago has everything a great city should—an abundance of museums with impressive collections, top-tier places to eat and drink, and lovely parks and gardens to break up the gleaming skyscrapers. But with so much to explore, you need a solid place to stay, and that’s precisely why we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of the Windy City’s best hotels. From lesser-known boutiques to towering pillars of luxury hospitality, scroll on for our freshly-curated hotel roundup, including new reviews of The Peninsula and The Guesthouse. Which area is best to stay in Chicago? Lincoln Park and Wicker Park are two brilliant options if you want to be a step back from the bustle of the city, but this is Chicago after all, and the bustle is part of the fun. If you’re visiting for the first time, we’d recommend opting for somewhere central like River North or the Loop.  Chicago’s best hotels at a glance: 💎Most luxurious: The Peninsula Chicago 👛Best budget: Eurostar Magnifiscent Mile 🏊‍♀️Best swimming pool: Viceroy Chicago 🌃Best rooftop: The Gwen  🤩Most iconic: The Palmer House Hilton 📍 Discover our ultimate guide to the best spa hotels in Chicago How we curate our hotel lists Our team of writers and travel experts review hotels all over the world—new openings, old classics and everything in between—to bring you fresh, honest recommendations, all year round. We have reviewed many of the hotels featured below, but we may not have stayed at every single one. Any we haven’t stayed in have b

You could easily spend a city break in Chicago barely stopping at your hotel other than to sleep, but we know just how tiring rushing about eating, drinking, shopping and sightseeing can be, so why not book into a spa hotel for a hit of rest and relaxation while you’re there?  When it comes to curating menus of intriguing ancient treatments or modern wellness techniques, designing impressive fitness centres or building gleaming swimming pools, Chicago has got its spa hotel game down. New additions to this list for Fall 2025 include the Palmer House Hilton, theWit and The Langham. Chicago’s best spa hotels at a glance: 💎 Biggest splurge: Four Seasons Hotel 👛 Most affordable: The Palmer House Hilton 🏊 Best pool: The Peninsula Chicago 💤 Best massage: Eurostars Magnificent Mile 🏋️‍♀️ Best fitness center: The St Regis Chicago 📍 Discover our ultimate guide to the best hotels in Chicago Which area is best to stay in Chicago? Chicago is a sprawling city, but where it’s best to stay varies hugely based on the kind of trip you’re planning. First-timers would do well to be right in the action, opting for the River North or the Loop, whereas travelers after something a little more homely but still well connected should consider Lincoln Park or Wicker Park.  🛏 Check out the best Airbnbs in Chicago

Miami's dining scene is one of the most exciting in the country right now and, arguably, the world. Over the last decade or so, the city's collective palate has matured to encompass so much more than steakhouses, Italian chains and homey Cuban spots (though we've still got plenty of those, too). One day, you can be sipping cocktails at a sleek new omakase counter; the next, tucking into a bowl of golden-hued Peruvian ceviche. It's a beautiful, flavorful and occasionally overwhelming melange of cultures colliding on our plates in Miami, and we wouldn't want it any other way. Updated April 2026: It's a wet start to April in Miami, signaling a shift toward steamier summer weather. But when the sun's out, it's still a great time to enjoy an al fresco weekend brunch or dinner at a waterfront restaurant in Miami. This spring has also sprouted playful new experiences from some of our favorite spots, including a breakfast pop-up at Gramps Getaway on Virginia Key and a vinyl lounge and cafe from the Las' Lap team in South Beach. Now get out there and soak it all up! Best restaurants in Miami at a glance: Best for a splurge-worthy steak night: Sunny’s – Glamorous vibes, raw bar indulgence and top-tier cuts in Little River (~$200–$250 pp) Best for inventive Italian: Boia De – Creative pastas and hard-to-find wines in an intimate setting (~$150 pp) Best for classic fine dining: The Surf Club Restaurant – Thomas Keller’s elegant American menu with tableside flair (~$250 pp) Best Miami i

Miami does several things exceptionally well—vast powdery white beaches, exuberant nightlife, and art museums, to name a few—but with so much to cram in, a little rest and relaxation when you return to your hotel wouldn’t go amiss, now would it?  From ocean-view saunas and sleekly-designed steam rooms to hydrotherapy circuits and full-body algae wraps, below is Time Out’s refreshed roundup of the most impressive spa hotels in Miami, now including the stunning Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa, as well as the JW Marriott Turnberry Resort & Spa, the Gale Miami Hotel & Residences, and The Shelborne by Proper.  Which area is best to stay in Miami? If you’re after something pretty central (particularly as a first-timer to the city) opt for a stay in Downtown or Bricknell, but if topping up those Vitamin D levels is on the agenda, go for a hotel in South Beach, Mid-Beach or Bal Harbour.  Miami’s best spa hotels at a glance: 💎 Biggest splurge: Four Seasons at The Surf Club 👛 Most affordable: Hotel Victor South Beach 🏊 Best pool: JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa 💤 Best massage: Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa  🏋️‍♀️ Best fitness center: Gale Miami Hotel & Residences 📍 Discover our ultimate guide to the best hotels in Miami How we curate our hotel lists Our team of writers and travel experts review hotels all over the world—new openings, old classics and everything in between—to bring you fresh, honest recommendations, all year round. We have reviewed many of the hotels fe

Forget Euro summer—domestic travel is so back in 2026. For more reasons than one, Americans are choosing to explore their own backyards in 2026. It helps that the USA is, in fact, massive and offers entirely different experiences from tip to tip throughout the entire year. Our vast network of national parks offers plenty to do outdoors, while America’s best beaches are, well, just too good to pass up—and just as nice as the ones people travel hours and time zones to visit. Destination detours are also gaining in popularity and helping shine a light on must-visit cities near the country’s biggest metropolises. People are enjoying the Hudson Valley, just outside New York City, or spending a weekend in Santa Barbara instead of L.A. Finding the best place to visit in the USA takes some planning. You have to consider the weather and your desired activities. A trip to Alaska is a very different story from a weekend in Las Vegas, so it’s worth planning around the seasons. Our advice: choose your U.S. destination based on the time of year. To make it easy, we’ve curated the best places to visit in the USA in 2026—one for every month. Consider your itinerary sorted. Happy travels! RECOMMENDED:🏞️ The best national parks in the U.S.🎢 The best amusement parks in the U.S.🏨 The best all-inclusive resorts in the U.S.🏖️ The best beaches in the U.S.😎 The best family vacations in the U.S.

Locals and tourists can agree that the best things to do in Miami extend beyond ounging on the sand—though it goes without saying that spending some time on the best Miami beaches is fundamental to life in the 305. Aside from dabbling in our famous nightlife and exploring Miami's best bars, no trip would be complete without scoping out the booming culinary scene and our award-winning Miami restaurants. In between sunbathing, swimming and sipping cocktails, check off these essential Miami experiences, a mix of year-round attractions, seasonal events, cultural staples and exciting one-offs vetted by our expert editors and contributors. (We're a team of born-and-raised locals and passionate Miami transplants with an unhealthy aversion to staying home). By the way, this list is curated, as always, but isn’t ranked—we just couldn’t choose favorites. Updated April 2026: Locals know April for what it is — the last great month before summer shows up and refuses to leave. O Miami turns the whole city into a poetry festival all month long, the Dolce & Gabbana exhibition at ICA Miami is still running through June and absolutely worth your time, and Tequila Town, a brand new 25,000-square-foot immersive agave experience in Hialeah, opens its doors for the first time. Miami Beach Pride takes over Ocean Drive for eleven days, the Miami Film Festival brings two weeks of world cinema to the city, and Tortuga heads up to Fort Lauderdale with Post Malone and Kenny Chesney headlining on the be

For the past eight years, we’ve made it our mission to scope out the coolest pockets of the world’s greatest cities in order to create our definitive annual ranking. The places where stuff like nightlife, art, culture, and affordable food and drink can be found on every corner and down every backstreet. Where diversity is championed and independent businesses thrive, from old-school boltholes to the newest avant-garde art space. Put simply, the world’s coolest neighbourhoods are places that represent the soul of our cities, while maintaining their own unique local character that draws people in to live, work and play. So, what are the neighbourhoods that fit the bill this year? To find out, we asked our network of writers and editors across a breadth of cities to nominate the vibiest district in their hometown right now. We then ranked every neighbourhood against criteria including culture, community, liveability, nightlife, food and drink, street life and that hard-to-define sense of ‘nowness’.  On our list this year, you’ll find everything from homely, village-like enclaves with tight-knit communities to revitalised city-centre hubs and formerly dormant, industrial areas transformed into creative districts. Many are underrated spots that sit in the shadow of their commercialised counterparts; others have become unexpected culinary hotspots or magnets for the city’s artists, writers and activists. What they all have in common is a DIY spirit – and an unshakeable proclivity f

For a healthy dose of sun, sand, and sea, is there any U.S. destination more iconic than Miami Beach? We’d argue not, and that’s why we’ve poured a whole load of love and care into researching and reviewing the neighborhood’s very best places to stay—it’s a hard life, we know. Below is a shiny list of gleaming swimming pools, suave spas, and gorgeous oceanfront views, which each have a top hotel attached. Scroll on for our refreshed list, with new entries for 2026.  Which area is best to stay in Miami? South Beach, known for its colourful nightlife, Art Deco buildings and, of course, stretches of powdery sand, is quintessential Miami, but Bricknell is a fun place to stay for a taste of the city (and its swish restaurants), and those keen to sight-see should opt for Downtown.  Miami’s best hotels at a glance: 💎 Most luxurious: Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club 👛 Best budget: Fontainebleau Miami Beach 🫧 Best spa: Eden Roc Miami Beach 👙 Best pool: The Shelborne by Proper 📍 Discover our ultimate guide to the best hotels in Miami How we curate our hotel lists Our team of writers and travel experts review hotels all over the world—new openings, old classics and everything in between—to bring you fresh, honest recommendations, all year round. We have reviewed many of the hotels featured below, but we may not have stayed at every single one. Any we haven’t stayed in have been selected by experts based on their amenities, features, pricing and more. By the way, this article i

‘Overtourism’. It’s more than a buzzword – in the world’s most popular destinations, it’s a problem that affects almost every aspect of local life, from the environment to the cost of renting, transport and eating out. And when a place is overwhelmed by people, it’s not only locals’ quality of life that suffers; the quality of your trip does, too. But it’s not all bad. Destinations are coming up with ways to redistribute tourism from densely crowded hotspots to lesser-visited regions. Travellers are seeking cooler climes and embracing slow travel, allowing space to discover somewhere new. And they’re still riding the ‘destination dupes’ trend, where overrun holiday destinations are swapped out for less crowded, less expensive, but just-as-good alternatives. On our newly updated list of the world’s most underrated travel destinations, you won’t find your Bangkoks or your Balis, your Amalfis or your Amsterdams. What you will find is the hidden side of Yosemite, the French Riviera’s overlooked twin, a place where penguins outnumber people, and plenty more travel inspo where that came from.Why trust us? Because we’ve been to them all. Every spot on this list was picked by one of our expert editors and globetrotting travel writers, recommended because they offer great (or quiet) alternatives to the classics – and in many cases, because they’re places that actually want tourism. In other words, travelling to any of these 33 criminally overlooked destinations is a win-win situation.

Miami is a pampered city, figuratively and literally. There are endless perks that come with living in a town that touts so many incredible hotels and resorts, and one of those is access to world-class spas. Here, you can wrap yourself in 24-karat gold, clear your chakras through bodywork, exfoliate with decadent sugar scrubs or sweat it out in a Scandi-style sauna. If there’s a trendy new treatment, rest assured you can find it here—otherwise, your next Swedish massage is probably just a block or two away. From Miami Beach to Coral Gables, these standalone spots and luxurious hotel destinations are the best spas in Miami to feel relaxed, rejuvenated and absolutely amazing. Updated January 2026: With a new year underway, Valentine's Day around the corner and Miami's chilly season in full effect, we thought it an appropriate moment to revisit the best spas in Miami. We've checked back in at many of our go-to self-care sanctuaries and tried out the latest and greatest treatments—of course, all in the name of research! This guide has been refreshed and reordered so that the hardest part of your spa journey is deciding between a lymphatic facial or a full-body scrub. See you in the sauna!

Looking for a date spot as swoonworthy as Miami itself? We've dined from Coconut Grove and Coral Gables to Little River and Miami Beach and beyond, scouting romantic Miami restaurants that deliver knockout food, on-point service and the perfect mood—because your boo deserves the best. Snug wine bars, grand waterfront dining rooms and Michelin-rated spots all feature among our picks for the most romantic restaurants in Miami. We’ve highlighted spots you’ll need to book months in advance for that very special occasion, as well as quaint neighborhood gems for a more casual night out. The most romantic restaurants in Miami include cozy and cute $30 meals to extravagant $300 tasting menus, each bringing its own unique allure to the table.  Updated January 2026: Like so many ill-fated romances, quite a few of the spots on this guide have broken up with Miami since our last update. Sadly, we’ve had to say goodbye to La Mar, Erba, Rincon Escondido and Fiola. But plenty of worthy restaurants have popped up to replace them—for instance, chef Kwame Onwuachi’s Las’ Lap in Miami Beach—and we’re confident you’ll want to take them for a spin, too. RECOMMENDED: The best romantic hotels in Miami

Miami isn’t lacking for places to buy a $25++ salad, but it’s rare to find a health-food-leaning restaurant with character. Part Parisian bistro and part hip Tel Aviv café, Madame Olivia serves up wellness and charm in equal measure in a quiet North Miami strip mall. The vibe: The expected athleisure-mom crowd is only one small sector of diners. From digital nomads sipping coffee as they type on laptops to businessmen and grandmas who lunch, it’s an eclectic group. On my visit, an adorable elderly man stopped in to buy coffee for his wife, who apparently has a cup of Madame Olivia brew daily. From the wafting aroma of roasting beans, I wholly agreed. The food: “Taste comes first, but health is important,” is the guiding principle, shared by Doron Stephane Laurent, co-owner and baker who worked as a pastry chef for the famed Parisian restaurant Arpège. That said, ingredients matter. The sourdough bread you’re served alongside Madame Olivia’s signature shakshuka is made with French-sourced flour. Desserts, many of which are gluten-free, start with a house-made mix of tapioca, cornstarch, and almond flour. Don’t miss the oven-roasted chimichurri salmon with labneh and a side of lentil rice—and be sure to save room for dessert. The drink: Prepare to caffeinate properly. Coffee beans from Brazil and Costa Rica are roasted in-house twice a month and ground fresh in an exclusive Strada S machine for each and every brew. The menu also features organic teas, hot chocolate and fruit sm

Four Seasons Hotel Miami is where I got ready for and celebrated my low-key, COVID-era courthouse wedding. Going back for a quick staycation five years later, it still has that warm, quiet-luxury quality that first drew me to the property. Beyond its office-building facade, it’s pure palatial chic. Think marble-lined public areas that double as gallery space for an impressive art collection, including a massive Botero sculpture greeting you at check-in. Four Seasons Hotel Miami sits on a quieter edge of Brickell Avenue, without cranes to obstruct the water views, barricades to block your passage or bridges to keep you from early check-in. If you pine for the Brickell that was—upscale but understated—the ease, elegance and convenience of Four Seasons Hotel Miami will take you back. What are the rooms like at the Four Seasons Hotel Miami? Four Seasons Hotel Miami’s sumptuous common spaces belie its hip, midcentury-style accommodations. Our grand bayfront corner suite featured a white-and-ochre carpet with a geometric pattern, a contrasting striped couch and a stocked, ecru-colored custom bar in the spacious living area. The modern art was the first thing I noticed when I walked in, some of which I recognized from browsing works on the Tappan Collective’s website. Abstract pieces by artist Marleigh Culver—whose art I’ve long coveted—hung in the powder room, the bathroom suite and the bedroom, a sign I should probably scoop one up for myself. While no formal partnership has been

If you had blindfolded me and dropped me off by helicopter at the Four Seasons Nevis, I would have had no idea I was in the Caribbean instead of Hawaii. The lush mountains, volcanic sand and tropical landscape have the majestic qualities of the Polynesian island chain—not the more one-dimensional beach destinations I’m used to on this side of the world. To get to this West Indian paradise, you’ll need to fly into St. Kitts, take a 15-minute car ride through hilly terrain and, finally, a 12-minute boat ride to Nevis, where you’ll dock at the picturesque Four Seasons and be greeted White Lotus–style (based on the FS chain, after all). Like most good things in life, getting here isn’t easy, but my goodness, it’s worth it. What are the rooms like at Four Seasons Resort Nevis? Accommodations are comfortable, and even the most basic rooms include a view of the luxurious grounds. Our second-floor king ocean view room overlooked one of three pools, the splash pad and Pinney’s Beach. The spacious balcony, outfitted with two loungers and a small table and chairs, easily became one of several places to enjoy Nevis’ unparalleled sunsets. Decked in the expected neutral tones of a beach resort, the tropical-modern room featured rattan and bamboo pieces, nesting glass coffee tables, mixed-metal accents and a pullout couch with a chaise that staff prepared during nightly turndown service. The light-blue paisley wallpaper throughout added a touch of whimsy to the understated space. I apprecia

It’s impossible not to feel nostalgic about shuttered local spots in Miami’s current overdeveloped, luxury-driven state. So when one of these places rises from the ashes of venture capital, the city lines up—and so did I. Opened in 2015, Fooq’s was a popular French-Persian restaurant in downtown’s Park West neighborhood that closed in 2021, when owner David Foulquier (who I interviewed back in 2017 for Time Out Miami’s print mag—R.I.P.!) turned the space into Eleventh Street Pizza. A move north and a massive build-out later, Fooq’s reopened in burgeoning Little River in January 2026, where it presides over an indoor-outdoor hospitality compound comprising a Mediterranean restaurant, an outdoor bar and an upstairs lounge, the Lion’s Den. The vibe: Despite its size, Fooq’s is nearly impossible to book for prime-time dinner reservations. I managed a foursome for 6pm on a Saturday night before the party crowd arrived and found myself surrounded by large parties, a few families and couples on date nights. It wasn’t hushed, but also not the supper-club vibe I previously experienced at 9pm on a Friday night. The space is at once glamorous—done up in trendy midcentury-meets-disco flair with bold colors and dramatic draping—and warm, made homey with personal trinkets and photographs from Foulquier’s childhood home. The food: Fooq’s bills itself as an American restaurant with Persian influences, but the menu also touches on parts of the Middle East and the Mediterranean. The whipped fe

Karyu, the U.S. outpost of Tokyo’s Michelin one-star Oniku Karyu, is a 10-seat counter in the Miami Design District hidden behind a nondescript entrance across the street from the ICA Museum. The vibe: Sophisticated but relaxed, especially for an omakase. The chef and staff interact with guests throughout dinner, and there’s a steady soundtrack of indiscernible music to set the mood and keep your conversations private, if you keep them just above a whisper. It is omakase, after all. The food: Karyu serves a 10-course menu featuring eight wagyu-centric preparations, a vegetarian course (puréed corn soup on my visit) and a kakigori shaved ice with seasonal fruit. All of the wagyu is sourced from Ueda Chikusan, a family-run ranch dedicated to raising prized Tajimaguro cattle. The menu changes often to reflect Japan’s seasonality. The drink: The curated beverage program of sake and wine is meant to help the wagyu shine—it’s also as exclusive as the marbled beef. The 2023 Bandol rouge I tried was among the rare and limited producers available, and Karyu is the only restaurant in Florida to carry it by the bottle and by the glass. Time Out tip: Pace yourself, and don’t be afraid to request an extra-small portion of beef curry, the last savory dish, which is portioned according to each order—a simple way to give guests some agency over a rich omakase experience.

PGA National Resort is not the kind of place I expected when I signed up to spend a weekend in Palm Beach Gardens. Yes, it’s a golf resort and you will see a lot of men of various ages wearing polo shirts. But the sprawling, midcentury modern property is much more than a place to rest your head between rounds. It’s family-friendly, offering numerous forms of entertainment for kids of all ages. It can also lean toward a wellness retreat, thanks to a luxurious spa with a vast menu of services and amenities. For me, it was a relaxing place to escape the bustle of Miami within a 90-minute drive and an easy one-stop vacation. What are the rooms like at the PGA National Resort? I’m instantly drawn to anything midcentury, even more so if it’s in the signature Palm Beach pastel palette—so I loved the look of PGA National Resort. Walking down the tropical, pink-carpeted hallway to our room, a PGA Premium King Suite, I was greeted by furniture and an overall aesthetic I’d welcome in my own home. The king upholstered bed with a contrasting architectural frame was the focal point of the well-appointed room, backed by black-and-white palm-print wallpaper and flanked by olive-colored lacquer nightstands with built-in USB ports and electrical outlets—techy but still very chic. The sitting area featured a small table with two chairs and a pink felt sectional sofa with a chaise that faces the TV, which you can also watch from bed, although it felt a bit far away for my liking. In place of a c

Jeremy Ford’s name is synonymous with great food. Dine at any of the award-winning chef’s restaurants—Stubborn Seed, Salt + Ash, Ford’s Farm, to name a few—and you can trust the menu will be thoughtful, the ingredients carefully sourced and the service attentive. It’s a level of consistency seldom seen in today’s culinary scene, and a testament to the South Florida native’s continued success. Lucky enough to eat my way around a number of Ford’s spots over the last few years, I can tell you The Butcher’s Club at PGA National Resort is on par with the rest. The vibe: Classic steakhouse meets modern-day supper club without the noise and pomp of flashier places. Touch lamps at every table keep the lights dim and moody but still bright enough to avoid the cringey iPhone flashlight. While the music stays in the ideal range—discernible enough to make you want to dance in your seat but still subtle enough for conversation—you’re encouraged to chat over your meal. The food: Bridging old and new styles of dining is what The Butcher’s Club does best, starting with its menu. You’ll find typical steakhouse fare, including raw bar items (shrimp cocktail, oysters), salads and, of course, steak. We liked the tuna coconut ceviche, a fresh, tropical preparation with cilantro and lime, served in a halved coconut. The beef Wellington the table next to us ordered looked incredible, but it was too ambitious for a party of two, so we opted for a perfectly medium-rare New York strip instead. Paired

One of the worst dining experiences I’ve had in recent years was at Bey Bey, just a few weeks after it first opened in 2024. Coincidentally, one of the best meals I’ve had lately was also at Bey Bey when it reopened for the second time, under the culinary direction of acclaimed chef Roberto Solis (owner of Huniik in Merida). I thoroughly believe in second chances, and I’m so glad I gave the Sunset Harbour restaurant another shot. From the impeccable service to the imaginative Lebanese-meets-Mexican menu—and the fun after-hours lounge just beyond the velvet curtains—the buzzy spot now lives up to the hype. The vibe: Electric, with a cool, energetic crowd of all ages. The indoor dining room is compact and cozy, with interesting art punctuating the walls and shelving. Outdoors is covered, candlelit and moody, but not impervious to strong rain or wind, so check the weather before you book. The adjacent lounge buzzed with all types of people, from OG South Beach Gen Xers to virile Gen Zers and nostalgic Millennials (me), reminded of nights out at the now-defunct lounge Bardot. The food: Did you know that approximately 1.5 million Lebanese people settled in Mexico at the turn of the 20th century? Well, neither did I. This lesser-known migratory pattern makes for one of the most exciting menus in Miami right now. Less fusion and more intentional blending, the selection of shareable dishes highlights the best of both cuisines. Standouts included the za’atar short rib served with tort

"Belkis Ayón and Carlos Alfonzo: Odyssey" at MOAD at Miami Dade College’s Freedom Tower pairs two influential Cuban artists whose work explores mythology, spirituality and the search for freedom through bold, symbolic imagery. Presented in dialogue, the show highlights their lasting impact and shared themes shaped by migration, resilience and cultural identity. The exhibition is on view through May 10.

The Moore’s latest tenant is no stranger to large spaces and fluctuating crowds. Torno Subito, Massimo Bottura’s playful Italian restaurant, first opened atop downtown Miami food hall Julia & Henry in the summer of 2024, lasting only 10 months. Now, the lauded chef’s only Miami restaurant has landed on the ground floor of a historic Design District building—cozier, more compact and with a well-heeled crowd to match its refined menu. The vibe: Torno 2.0 swaps Downtown’s Memphis Group aesthetic for more restrained, but equally punchy interiors, featuring pops of yellow décor, Kelly-green upholstered booths and walls lined with colorful modern art. Waiting for a table? Take a beat on the chic red couches near the back of the restaurant. The food: Dishes are intentional and the plating is precious, with the most popular items bearing cheeky names, like the Ciao Modena! (balsamic vinegar–glazed American wagyu short rib, pineapple gel and carrots three ways); Cacio e Pepe in Miami (spaghetti, pecorino cheese, black pepper, Florida citrus essence); and the Rockster Roll (warm lobster, toasted bun, horseradish, lettuce, tartar sauce, pickled red cabbage). Don’t be surprised to spot similar ingredients used throughout the menu—curbing food waste is a priority here, and we love to see it. The drink: Award-winning bartender Valentino Longo (of ViceVersa fame) created the cocktail menu, pouring his culture and know-how into concoctions such as the limoncello drop and the Torno martini, f

Celebrity chefs (hundreds of them) and hungry people from around the U.S. descend on South Beach and across the city for Miami’s largest and most famous annual food festival, proceeds from which benefit the Florida International University Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management. It's major. For its landmark 25th anniversary in 2026, SOBEWFF is throwing its biggest party yet with over 105 flavor-packed events. The festival offers even more big-ticket experiences, including the 20th-anniversary rendition of the uber-popular Burger Bash hosted by Rachael Ray and Brooklyn Peltz Beckham. New for 2026, the "Chew on This" live podcast series brings stars like Bert Kreischer and Chiquis Rivera to the Miami Beach Bandshell. Musical energy is higher than ever, featuring a late-night kick-off set by Diplo, a live performance by Rev Run at Guy Fieri's Tournament of Champions, and a festival-closing soundtrack from DJ Cassidy. Expect a return of the fan-favorite Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village on the sand, plus intimate dinners hosted by culinary luminaries like Martha Stewart and Bobby Flay. From an Asian night market and Afro-Caribbean celebrations to playful "Haute Potato" tastings, there are more food and drinks than you’ll know what to do with. Break out your stretchy pants, and buckle up, people. Various locations

Eight Bar feels like the kind of place Miami Worldcenter was always meant to have: polished but laid-back, loungey without trying too hard and flexible enough to work for a proper dinner or just drinks that accidentally turn into one. Happy hour runs daily from 4–6pm, and right around six, the lights dim, the music turns up and the room shifts into evening mode. Admittedly, the music was a bit loud and chaotic during my visit, but the aughts playlist (Nelly Furtado, Outkast) was still super fun. The menu is sprawling in a way that reads like a grown-up Cheesecake Factory. Salads, pasta, a bone-in rib eye—Eight Bar shows range, plus the sushi is notably fresh and inventive. The toro tuna nigiri with caviar hit the perfect notes of salinity, while the tuna crispy rice was nicely cut into bite-sized pieces, a rarity for the usually overflowing presentation. Don’t skip the butter crab roll, which arrives generously crowned with real crab—a genuinely pleasant surprise. Hand-cut french fries feature prominently but missed the mark, though the sauce flight is still worth trying, if only to have other condiments to try (more is more!). Bubbling shrimp are a must, arriving plump and sweet, and finished with fresh mint that lifts the whole thing. It pairs well with a little gem salad—perfectly chopped, icy-cold and deeply refreshing. Into earthy drinks? Try the dill-forward martini that opens with herbal, clean notes before finishing with smoky, charred onion flavors from the infused T

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I signed up for a wagyu kaiseki experience, but what unfolded over the course of two hours was somehow still surprising in its execution, attention to detail and breadth. Chef Haruka Katayanagi really created eight entirely different courses featuring a single protein, each one more intricate and developed than the last. Karyu, the U.S. outpost of Tokyo’s Michelin one-star Oniku Karyu, is a 10-seat counter in the Miami Design District, hidden behind a nondescript entrance across the street from the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami. The contemporary space blends traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern materials (think oak finishes and terrazzo details), but its overall restraint keeps the focus on the food. Photograph: Alejandro Chavarria Arias RECOMMENDED: The best restaurants in Miami Much of the preparation happens before you. Broth is carefully poured into bowls of katsuo dashi for the opening beef soup, Kobe beef tenderloin is gingerly placed atop toasted milk bread for the beef cutlet sandwich—the best bite of the evening—lightly seared beef is chopped and mixed with golden Japanese egg yolks and kissed with grated three-year-aged Gruyère cheese before it’s spread over lettuce and a shiso leaf… and so forth. It’s dinner and a show starring executive chef Hiroshi Morito and his fellow cast of protégés who’ve relocated from Tokyo for Karyu. Photograph: Virginia Gil for Time OutKaryu Admittedly, I lost steam after the puréed

Spend five minutes on the internet and you’ll see that everything old is new again—from millennial-era frozen yogurt to nostalgic cinnamon rolls to ’90s heartthrobs. Now, one of the chefs behind NYC’s aughts Mexican boom is back on the scene with a fresh concept, fitting for a 2026 palate. Ivy Stark, a longtime former executive chef of Dos Caminos, brings her veggie-forward concept, BKLYN Wild, to Time Out Market, Union Square, this week. Opened March 9, the Manhattan offshoot of her popular plant-based restaurant in Dumbo continues Stark’s work in fine-dining kitchens, where she learned to “let plants shine—even before it became a trend,” she says. The simple menu is deeply personal, focusing on the food Stark likes to eat—think “a bowl of grains and greens, some beans and vegetables with bold flavors that lean into Latin American and Mediterranean food culture.” And if that sounds boring to some, Stark assures it’s quite the opposite. “Plants can really take the center of the plate in dishes other than salads. At BKLYN Wild, we make a plant-based macaroni and cheese that even the most staunch meat-eater will love.” Photograph: Courtesy BKLYN Wild Giving plants the spotlight and showcasing them in unexpected ways is what BKLYN Wild does best. Looking to double down on vegan protein? Add a plant-based black bean chipotle “burger” or spicy tofu to your bowl. Though Stark is doing things differently in Union Square, where the focus is on omnivores. In keeping with the refresh

Vermont, Maine, North Carolina—all states synonymous with leaf peeping and peak fall pleasures. But why isn’t anyone talking about Ohio? The Midwestern destination—known for being a manufacturing hub, the birthplace of aviation and the home of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, among other notables—is finally getting the autumnal recognition it deserves. According to Airbnb, the Buckeye State is the fourth-most top-rated fall destination, coming in behind Vermont, New Hampshire and New York for travelers chasing seasonal foliage. So, what’s drawing people in? A stunning A-frame cabin tucked in the Ohio woodlands, where I got to spend the perfect fall weekend. Photograph: Virginia Gil for Time OutBackyard deck at the Ledges Cabin at Blue Valley The appeal of a secluded weekend away in the woods surpassed any need for pumpkin patches or hayrides. As a Miamian, I know two types of weather: rainy and not-rainy. So when dry air was guaranteed, I couldn’t wait for the quiet of the countryside—which is exactly what I got. This little pocket of peace in Lancaster, Ohio—just 45 minutes outside Columbus—has zero noise pollution. Look up, and you’ll notice there’s barely any artificial light either. The absence of external interference was so striking, it was the first thing I noticed when we pulled onto the long gravel road. Photograph: Virginia Gil for Time OutSecond-floor loft at the Ledges Cabin at Blue Valley. Don't you just want to cozy up on the couch? Getting there was easy tha

Tracy Anderson might train celebrities, but she’s also a celebrity in her own right. The fitness entrepreneur—known for her challenging choreography and body-sculpting workouts—has amassed a loyal global following and recently opened her 10th studio in Coral Gables, Florida (No. 11 is slated to open in Palm Beach in spring 2026). Whether you know her for her classes, that viral last-minute Halloween costume idea or as Gwyneth Paltrow’s bestie and business partner, Anderson's presence in the wellness space looms large. While women dedicate thousands of dollars and hours to the Method, Anderson’s approach to wellness is more intrinsic than one might think, as I learned during a recent Zoom call with the entrepreneur. Following what she described as a much-needed quiet spell, she opened up about the importance of mental strength, the mind-body connection, the personal exploration she encourages in her classes and the value of community—not unlike the massive TAmily she’s cultivated over the decades. She even teased a special launch in the new year, a time when we’re “so programmed to say New Year’s resolutions, want to get healthy and have a healthier next year,” says Anderson. What’s a typical week of content like for you? I record every single week. I create eight new hours of content every week: beginner, intermediate and advanced, and then four levels of My Mode drop weekly. Growth Rings has been weekly lately, too. Talk to us about the importance of a mind-body connection.

Disney Cruise Line (DCL) launched its seventh ship this month, and I was among the lucky few to sail aboard its inaugural voyage from Port Everglades, Florida. The four-day, three-night journey through the Caribbean—with a stop at Disney’s private Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point—was nothing short of impressive. Themed after “Heroes and Villains,” the ship pays tribute to Disney’s most misunderstood characters (to put it nicely), giving icons like Ursula and Maleficent their time in the spotlight. RECOMMENDED: I’m not a Disney person—but a cruise on the Disney Dream got me. Here's why. My internal battle between good and evil happened at the bar every night, where, against my best efforts to limit my midweek imbibing, Disney’s beverage program lured me to the dark side. As national food and drink editor—and general cocktail enthusiast—I was wowed by the intricacy and intention behind everything served across the ship’s numerous bars. Photograph: Virginia Gil for Time OutDisney Destiny Leaning into the lush life, I tried about a dozen drinks throughout the voyage, spanning venues like The Sanctum (Disney’s first lounge inspired by the powerful sorcerers and mystical artifacts of Doctor Strange), De Vil’s (named for the incomparable Cruella, of course) and Cask and Cannon (inspired by the iconic Pirates of the Caribbean ride). A moment of firsts With Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King, DCL introduced its first-ever family dining experience aboard the Destiny. The restaurant p

Bagatelle—a single name that instantly conjures a party: servers swinging white cloth napkins overhead, women dancing on tables, and Champagne flowing like water. Now, the brand behind one of the world’s most iconic party destinations (including its South Beach outpost) is making an unexpected move to the mainland. Bagatelle Miami River opens Friday, November 21, bringing a hybrid beach club–meets–supper club experience to the river’s west bank as the first to stake a claim opposite the current wave of riverfront businesses. A collaboration between Mandala Group and The Dirty Rabbit Group, and designed in partnership with House of Kirschner and renowned French designer Sam Baron, the space includes a 25-seat bar and lounge, covered dining rooms and an open-air terrace. Photograph: Michael PisarriBagatelle Miami River Indoors, guests are treated to a refined French dining experience curated by corporate executive chef Rocco Seminara, who has cooked alongside luminaries like Alain Ducasse and Joël Robuchon. Roast chicken, duck and a vibrant Riviera salad made for Instagram are among the highlights, but the seafood tower is the true showstopper. Exclusive to Bagatelle Miami River for the next two years, the horizontal spread staggers stone crabs, oysters, Maine lobster and more—dramatic without blocking the view of your dining companions. Ready to party? Pastry chef Manon Santini makes a strong case for lingering, thanks to an over-the-top dessert lineup featuring a sweet pizz

After years of binge-watching Sex and the City and thumbing through Sarah Jessica Parker profiles in fashion magazines, this journalist and SJP superfan couldn’t help but wonder: What would an interview with her actually be like? Would we meet for coffee and compliment each other’s shoes before diving into a passionate conversation about books and Broadway? Or would we go for a walk through her beloved West Village, pointing out favorite neighborhood spots along the way? One part of that fantasy came true a couple of weeks ago when I sat down with the multi-hyphenate actress, designer and entrepreneur to talk about her wine, Invivo X, SJP. Our meeting unfolded a bit differently than I’d imagined: we connected over Zoom—as one does these days. She was in a conference room somewhere in Manhattan, seated alongside her business partners and Invivo co-founders, Tim Lightbourne (the marketer) and Rob Cameron (the winemaker)—all of them politely eating what looked like some kind of delicious Asian takeout. I, meanwhile, was excitedly perched in my Miami home office, curious to learn about this new venture. SJP has been involved with Invivo for nearly seven years (!), participating in blending sessions, designing labels, and meeting with distributors—everything a real winemaker would. “I’m 100 percent involved and it's a lot of work, which is wonderful. It's a massive education, and therefore I can be the most informed, best advocate and greatest cheerleader for a product that not ju

The Miami Book Fair returns next month for its 42nd edition, and the big-name talent attached to this year’s lineup is already turning heads. Running for eight days at Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus, the beloved celebration of all things books will welcome more than 500 authors—including some unlikely newcomers and well-known personalities. On Sunday, November 16, country music star Kenny Chesney headlines the fair with his debut book Heart • Life • Music (out November 4). He’ll sit down with award-winning music critic and co-author Holly Gleason to talk about his career, rise to stardom, and the lessons learned along the way. Tickets go on sale October 13 at miamibookfair.com, with early access and discounts available to Friends of the Fair. (Maybe you should join?) Padma Lakshmi—activist, cookbook author, and TV personality of Top Chef and Taste of the Nation fame—also headlines as part of the fair’s nonfiction program and its specialized series, ReadingEast: Voices from the Middle East and South Asia, which will also feature Megha Majumdar and Meenakshi Ahamed. Photograph: Courtesy Miami Book FairStreet Fair during the Miami Book Fair at Wolfson Campus on November 18, 2023. Other highlights include journalist and thriller author Daniel Silva in conversation with CNN correspondent Jamie Gangel, and businessman Barry Diller—a.k.a. Diane von Fürstenberg's husband—discussing his coming-of-age memoir, Who Knew. A personal standout is Keith McNally, the legendary New York

For a neighborhood that’s just 1.1 miles in size, Brickell sure knows how to pack it in. Miami’s densest neighborhood boasts hundreds of restaurants (52 of them are participating in this year’s Miami Spice!), dozens of bars and countless supper clubs—not to mention the spate of neck-craning skyscrapers. It’s a lot. So, when it came time to update our list of the best restaurants in Brickell, some deep field research was in order. Which neighborhood stalwarts are still on top? Which newcomers are worthy of the buzz? Our previous list featured more than 20 spots, but we kept this iteration lean—curated to highlight the places we find ourselves returning to again and again. Photograph: Courtesy LPM MiamiTomatini at LPM Miami As it turns out, the newest No. 1 restaurant in Brickell isn’t new at all. In fact, LPM (formerly La Petite Maison) opened here in 2017—and it’s still just as good as the first time we visited. As our writer Falyn Wood notes: “Despite the white tablecloths and double-digit price tags, LPM is warm, welcoming and surprisingly low-key.” Francophiles can indulge in French classics—escargot, duck confit, foie gras—while savory cocktail fans gravitate toward the signature Tomatini, “a perfectly balanced drink made with two Campari tomatoes and a splash of white balsamic,” Wood says. And potato lovers can attest to how exquisite LPM’s fries truly are. Eight years on, despite the unrelenting traffic and construction, LPM remains one of the most exciting places to

Loyalty points, loyalty programs, loyalty credit cards—by now, we all know that allegiance pays. And Time Out Market Boston is showing extra love to its inner circle with a new sign-up bonus you won’t want to miss. Starting this week, anyone who signs up for our emails will get $10 off their next order of $40 or more. We’re not in the business of spamming, so we promise not to flood your inbox with unnecessary emails. Instead, expect occasional correspondence to keep you informed of all the fun and new things happening at the Market. Be the first to know about specials, and use your discount on your favorite bites from any of our 15 kitchens—more than 100 dishes to choose from! Ready to join the in-crowd? Click here to sign up and save on your next meal.

I’m not a Keys hater—I’m just not a Keys lover. Given the chance to travel anywhere in Florida, I’ll always choose the west coast with its miles of sandy beaches and sprawling resorts. Key West is, well, the opposite. Accommodations are usually boutique-y, and going for a swim in the ocean means getting on a boat. Thanks, but no thanks—unless you’re taking me to Lunara Bay. I quickly changed my tune about Keys life after a weekend in this new oceanfront development near Stock Island, just minutes from Key West proper. Bookable on Airbnb, the luxury homes are massive—upscale, newly built conch houses with state-of-the-art appliances, modern furnishings, and space for you and your closest friends. The spate of homes can host anywhere from eight to 20 guests—if you can believe it—ranging from four to eight bedrooms, all with ensuite bathrooms. Plus, each home has its own private dock, saltwater pool and outdoor sitting area complete with a grill, sound system, wet bar and fire pit. Truly, a dream rental. Photograph: Virginia Gil for Time OutThe chicest living room We stayed in the Joyrise House, a three-story, 6-bedroom/6-bath beauty that looked straight out of a Crate & Barrel catalog. I can say this confidently after flipping over every vase and checking under every chair, rug, dresser and cushion for the maker—yes, I wanted inspo for my own home. I was that impressed. The chef in our group was equally dazzled by the Viking gas range, matching Viking fridge, and icemaker. Le

Junior year of college, I was invited by my then-best friend to spend a few weeks on the beach in Italy with her family. It was a brief but transformative experience, introducing me to the carefree feeling everyone on Instagram is trying to capture and sell. Long days spent mostly on the water, simple meals shared in big groups, casual conversations with strangers that somehow spark lifelong friendships—and so much wine. The way Europeans squeeze every last drop out of summer, doing everything from water aerobics to throwing impromptu beach parties and sitting down for those gloriously long, boozy lunches. The kind of stuff you just can’t slap a filter over. Europe wasn’t in the cards this summer, but I found that fleeting, anything-is-possible summer feeling at Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda in the Dominican Republic. Yes, that Club Med—the one that peaked in the ’80s and ’90s and seemed to disappear like tanning beds and dial-up internet. Turns out, the 75-year-old, French-born brand is alive, well and still opening resorts. This one opened in 2019 on a secluded stretch of Playa Esmeralda in the Dominican Republic. Billing itself as a luxury eco-resort, Michès is part of Club Med’s five-star Exclusive Collection. Remote, yes—but with every modern amenity and convenience, the 93-acre beachfront oasis packs it in. Photograph: Courtesy Club MedClub Med Miches For those unfamiliar, Club Med is an all-inclusive resort: one price covers your stay, meals and activities. But tha