Miami - December 03, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Prefer culinary art?

DINE
The Art of the Gourmet
What: Renowned chefs pair a seven-course meal with an artist’s exhibit at a private penthouse.
Why: Get $100 off dinner or $25 off brunch with coupon code dailycandy.
When: Fri., 7 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.
Where: 3301 NE 1st Ave., penthouse 2, Midtown. Tickets online at penthouse2.com.

RHYME
Poem Depot at Bardot
What: The speakeasy hosts the Miami Poetry Collective, whose members write verse on demand for spectators using old-timey typewriters.
Why: Witness stanza.
When: Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: 34th St. & N. Miami Ave., entrance in back alley, Wynwood (305-576-5570).

EAT
Maitardi Brunch Launches
What: The outdoor pizzeria debuts the most important meal of the weekend, like smoked salmon and Brie quiche and oven-baked eggs.
Why: The first mimosa’s free.
When: Sat. & Sun., noon-3 p.m.
Where: 163 NE 39th St., Design District (305-572-1400).

DONATE
Get Styled, Give Smiles
What: Get 20 percent off your entire purchase when you take a toy to a participating local boutique, including Savvy Girl, The Dressing Room, and M-M Couture.
Why: Toys go to the Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation.
When: Thru Dec. 18.
Where: For participating boutiques, go to ailyv.com.

RETURN
The Grill at The Setai Reopens
What: The swank resto got a face-lift and new seasonal menu complete with small plates like caviar-topped oyster beignets and foie gras with gingerbread.
Why: Ready, Setai, go.
When: Wed.-Sun., 7 p.m.-midnight.
Where: 2001 Collins Ave., South Beach (305-520-6400).

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Photo: Kiki Valdez

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