Miami - August 01, 2010

Here's the Plan

Miami Events and Diversions

Stoke the fires.

IGNITE
Looftlighter
What: Sleek, electric-powered gadget ($80) uses airflow and an interior heating unit to light fires (as in your grill) cleanly and instantly, now available outside Sweden.
Why: Touch the tip to wood or coals for fifteen seconds (no lighter fluid needed) and poof.
When: Mon.-Fri., 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Evenings Delight Fireplaces, 9621 S. Dixie Hwy. (305-666-3312).

GORGE
All-You-Can-Eat Mussels at Le Cafe Pop
What: Nonstop mussels marinieres and fries for $18.
Why: Upbeat French music and tarte tatin in Miami’s little Paris (the Grove).
When: Every Tues., 5-11 p.m.
Where: 3425 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove (786-362-5901).

SHOP
Heartfelt Sale
What: Up to 65 percent off printed silk cocktail dresses, rompers, and skirts from the collaboration between painter Salvatore Principe and designer Kate Gold.
Why: Art’s on your mind, but Picasso isn’t in reach.
When: Now.
Where: Online at Swirl.

SAVE
Shin Wellness Summer Special
What: A massage and Pilates session for $50 (reg. $105) in the stylish UES space owned by chiropractor Wendy Gallego.
Why: Rooftop workout at sunset.
When: Thru Aug. 31. Class, Tues., 7 p.m. Massage, by appt.
Where: 4500 Biscayne Blvd., ste. 202 (305-571-9090).

HEAR
Cyndi Lauper
What: The girl who just wants to have fun comes to Miami, of course.
Why: Tunes from her new collection, Memphis Blues, as well as old faves.
When: Tues., 8 p.m.
Where: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Knight Concert Hall, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Tickets ($40-$64) at 305-949-6722 or online at arshtcenter.org.

Photos: Courtesy of Looftlighter