Fed up with the cold and unpredictable weather, this Connecticut native decided it was time to head to warm and sunny Miami Beach. She is a writer with years of experience, and an MA in Journalism with a passion for all the finer things in life. Her love for the glitz and the glam goes hand in hand with her new love for Miami, where is excited to call home. She enjoys sharing what she knows with her HauteLiving.com readers as she continues to explore this Magic City.
Blog Entries By Carissa Chesanek
Save the Date: Rum Tasting at Dune Oceanfront Burger Lounge
A warm ocean breeze in your hair. Smooth rum to go down. Your evening really can’t get much better than this. Start sipping at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne at their rum tasting event at the gorgeous Dune Oceanfront Burger Lounge. The fun begins on Thursday, March 24 from 6pm-9pm where guests will be treated to complimentary nibbles and Mount Gay Rum tasting with an onsite DJ spinning beats. Other cocktails will also be served, priced at $8, for those who can only stomach so much rum.
Read MoreHautels: Hotel Breakwater Reopens in South Beach
Miami Beach’s Hotel Breakwater, the swanky oceanfront boutique resort will be opening it’s newly multi-million dollar renovated doors this coming spring. The new parent company, Jordache Jeans will keep the overall look and feel of the hotel very South Beach with ultra posh embellishments, making this Art Deco property one not to miss.
Read MoreSave the Date: Supercar Experience Taking On Miami
Get your engines ready for the Supercar Experience Panamerican Concours Miami 2011, happening this Saturday, March 19 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens where privately owned cars will be on display for the public to view.
Read MoreHaute Opening: Vineyard Vines at Palm Beach Gardens
Tie one on and sail away at Palm Beach Gardens latest gem, Vineyard Vines. Step into the recently opened shop held in The Gardens Mall which has plenty of resort feel styles to choose from. Inside the store, you get an instant flail of a Nantucket sense fashion with beach memorabilia hung all over the darkly painted walls. The overall look and feel of the store is beachy, relaxed and ideal for South Florida. Simple basics that will easily add to any classic wardrobe.
Read MoreHaute Event: Honoring Judy Drucker and the Arts at the Fontainebleau
On Tuesday, March 8, the Citizens Interested in the Arts, Inc., (CIA) held their Annual membership luncheon at Fontainebleau Hotel honoring impresaria Judy Drucker for over 40 years of taking part in the arts. She accepted the CIA’s 2011 Champion of the Arts Award for her efforts of presenting both Miami-Dade and Broward Counties with music and dance throughout the years.
Read MoreHaute Dining: Ritz-Carlton South Beach’s Chef Joins “Star Chefs” Fine Dining on Lufthansa
Flying never tasted so good. Guests who fly Business or First Class on Lufthansa from now until April 30th will be treated to a specially picked dishes created by start Chef Josh Becker of DiLido Beach Club in the Ritz-Carlton South Beach.
Read MoreHaute Event: The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove Sunday Brunch Regatta
In lieu of Miami Sailing Week, The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove had their own intimate gathering filled with drinks, food and remote control mini sailboats in the pool deck. The day was warm with a tranquil soft breeze, setting perfect mood for a sailboat barbecue extravaganza.
Read MoreHaute Event: Adriana de Moura Hosts PONKO Swimwear Fashion Show at W South Beach
Housewife mayhem, poolside swimwear fashion show and tropical breezes strong enough to lift your skirt. Only in Miami. On windy Thursday night, New You Magazine (devoted to plastic surgery and anti-aging products) partnered up with the W Hotel South Beach to give its guest an exclusive chance to see Miami’s own Adriana De Moura, from Bravo’s Real Housewives of Miami, while eyeing the latest swimwear collection by PONKO with a swanky fashion show.
Read MoreHaute Event: Hennessy Privilège Hosts #INTIME Private Dinner Party at Soho Beach House
On Wednesday night, 25 people were exclusively invited to enjoy a private dinner party hosted by Hennessy Privilège and actor Mehcad Brooks from 8-11pm at the Soho Beach House. The event which was called #INTIME, was held in celebration of the new Helios Collector rose gold bottle. The mood was set with a very intimate feel as the guests enjoyed live music while they mingled with others. Brooks also didn’t stray to entertain, as he kept everyone in high spirits throughout the night.
Read MoreSave the Date: “All In For Charity” Poker Tournament and Benefit Dinner
Sunday, March 13, 2011 the Step by Step Foundation will be hosting the “All In For Charity” poker tournament and benefit dinner from 6:30pm to midnight. The event will take place under the International Tent at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, FL and will be hosted by both charity founder, Liliane Stransky and Olympic veteran, Margie Engle.
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