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Delegation Information Pack
Kidscreen Summit
Miami
10-13 February 2020
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‘Monty & Co’ © 2019 Pipkins Productions Limited
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Welcome to the Official UK delegation to Kidscreen 2019 2
We are a party of approximately 70 people, representing various sectors in #UKKidscreen
the children’s content industries and media service providers. @childmediaconf
Company information At the InterContinental Miami
Full details for all the delegation participants and their contact There are 11 tables in the UK “zone”, situated on the At not-so busy times we find that a flexible approach
information are available on the UK@Kidscreen website: far left side of the Delegates’ Lounge in the Grand is best. You might turn up to find that someone has
delegate profiles Ballroom of the InterContinental Miami. The area is temporarily “parked” on your table. Simply ask them
easily identifiable as it’s branded with Department to move and they’ll understand, or check with Lauren
for International Trade banners and the UK@ or Sarah if other tables are free.
UK@Kidscreen brochure Kidscreen backdrop.
Title
©ALT Animation
400 copies of the official UK@ Please do not invite delegates who are not members
Address
Kidscreen brochure have been A video loop of your content will be playing on a of the UK@Kidscreen delegation to use the tables
printed. The UK@Kidscreen brochure 55” monitor. Each company is allowed a clip of 3 independently of meetings with you. The tables are
carries information on 47 companies minutes duration – so the loop takes around two your benefit, not theirs.
in the UK delegation, available at the hours to run through each cycle.
DM Ltd
‘Monty & Co’ © 2019
Pipkins Productions Limited
There is free WiFi in the public areas of the hotel,
The Snail and the Whale
©Magic Light Pictures
Ltd 2019
Bigmouth Elba Ltd
time of going to press.
Clangers: © 2019 Coolabi
Productions Limited,
Smallfilms Limited and
Peter Firmin
The online table booking system will remain including the delegates’ lounge, and there is a
Copies of the brochure will be open and it will be possible to make revisions and power supply under each table for laptop or phone
additions on the iPad at the UK reception desk. charging.
© Tiger Aspect Productions
available in the UK meeting zone.
UK@Kidscreen delegatio Limited 2019
organised by: n
2020 It can also be viewed online here. The reserve system allows us to use the tables Sarah Baynes, Lauren Bartles or one of the DIT team
efficiently at busy times. If you don’t turn up to will be in the UK zone at most times of the day. They
use your table within 5 minutes we’ll let it go to the can also be contacted at any time using their mobile
first reserve person. Sometimes people have smaller numbers, on the WhatsApp group, or by email.
meetings and are happy to share a table so the first
and second reserves can find a space.
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Contacts 4
The UK@Kidscreen 2020 WhatsApp group is Miami Advice is the UK@
for general communication with all delegates Kidscreen Facebook Group.
who have chosen to join it. Search for “Miami Advice”.
Delegation Organisers DIT China
Sarah Baynes Fran Fu from the British Consulate General in Shanghai will be available during the
Mobile, Text or WhatsApp: +44 (0)7768 152397 Kidscreen Summit and the UK@Kidscreen reception for advice on DIT services in China.
Email: sarah@thecreativegarden.co.uk Fran Fu
Head of East China, Creative Industries
Lauren Bartles
Department for International Trade
Mobile, Text or WhatsApp: +44 (0)7846 758732
17F Garden Square
Email: lauren@thechildrensmediaconference.com
968 West Beijing Road
Lauren’s email is listed on the website and in the brochure as the delegation contact in
Shanghai
Miami. Lauren and Sarah will pass on to you any contacts who come to them via any of
200041 China
these sources, or to the UK reception desk.
Tel: +86 2132 792 040
DIT London Mob: 86 138 1897 1735
John Durkan, Tony Humphreys and Gerry Ritchie from DIT will be available for advice and fran.fu@fco.gov.uk
information during Kidscreen.
DIT USA
John Durkan Richard Powell and Daniel Halpin from the British Consulate General in New York will be
Account Manager, Creative Industries, Creative, Lifestyle and Learning available during the Kidscreen Summit and the UK@Kidscreen reception for advice on DIT
Department for International Trade services in the US. Debbie Adler will be available at the Breakfast Briefing on Monday morning.
3 Whitehall Place
Debbie Adler
London SW1A 2AW
Head of Creative Industries & Digital Media, North America
Tel: +44 (0)20 7215 4959
Department for International Trade
Mob: +44 (0)7808 718120
2029 Century Park East, Suite 1350
Email: john.durkan@trade.gov.uk
Century City, CA 90067 USA
Tony Humphreys Mob: +1 323-788-3518
Screen Specialist, Creative Content Email: debbie.adler@mobile.trade.gov.uk
Department for International Trade
Richard Powell MBE
3 Whitehall Place
Vice-Consul, Creative & Digital Media
London SW1A 2AW
Department for International Trade
Tel: +44 (0)20 7215 0871
British Consulate-General
Mob: +44 (0)7471 021559
New York
Email: tony.humphreys@trade.gov.uk
Tel: +1 212 745 0462
Gerry Ritchie Email: richard.powell@mobile.trade.gov.uk
International Trade Advisor, London and South East International Trade Team Daniel Halpin
Department for International Trade Trade Associate, Technology and Creative & Digital Media
6th Floor, 140 Aldersgate Street Department for International Trade
London EC1A 4HY British Consulate General
Mob: +44 (0)7715 630223 New York
Tel: +1 212 745 0332
Email: gerryritchie@tradelondon.org.uk Email: daniel.halpin@mobile.trade.gov.uk
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Timetable of UK@Kidscreen Events 5
Sunday 9 February
4pm-8pm Kidscreen Summit Registration Desk open for early badge pickup InterContinental Miami 2nd Floor
Registration Desk
4.30pm Guided tour of the event space (organised by Kidscreen) InterContinental Miami 2nd Floor
Registration Desk
6-9pm UK@Kidscreen Reception InterContinental Miami
(Invited guests only) Olé Restaurant
A big thank you to our friends at DIT in New York for supporting this event and special thanks to our
reception sponsors: Acamar Films, Jellyfish Pictures and Karrot.
NB the reception will serve some canapes and guests will be given drinks tickets on arrival. When these
have been used there is a cash bar.
Monday 10 February
8.30am Guided tour of the event space (organised by Kidscreen) InterContinental Miami 2nd Floor
Registration Desk
8.30-9am UK@Kidscreen Breakfast Briefing 1 InterContinental Miami
Andy Yeatman joins us with his wealth of knowledge of the US and global kids market, particularly new Flagler Room – opposite the Olé restaurant on the ground floor.
platforms, new ways of working and how they are affecting the flow of creative commerce. He will give You may bring your breakfast from the Kidscreen Buffets in the
his view of where we are now, where he thinks things are heading and what UK can do to ensure we keep 2nd floor lobby, but there are no tables in the Flagler Room.
our position in the market place. Most importantly he will talk about projects that have succeeded and
what they did to get there to inspire you for the days ahead.
Debbie Alder Head of Creative Industries Sector, North America at UK Department for International
Trade is based in LA and will be in the room and happy to follow up on as will Richard Powell and Daniel
Halpin who are based in NYC.
Tuesday 11 February
8.30-9am UK@Kidscreen Breakfast Briefing 2 InterContinental Miami
Shabnam Rezaei discusses the passion and drive that enabled her to come into the kids market, Flagler Room – opposite the Ole restaurant on the ground floor.
produce an internationally renowned show, and set up an SVOD channel. She will give her view on where You may bring your breakfast from the Kidscreen Buffets in the
we are and how she believes people in the room can navigate the current landscape to get their talents 2nd floor lobby, but there are no tables in the Flagler Room.
and services to the next level and beyond.
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Timetable of UK@Kidscreen Events 6
Wednesday 12 February
8.30-9am UK@Kidscreen Breakfast Briefing 3 InterContinental Miami
Qing Fan (TenCent) and Sean Chu (WeKids) lead a discussion on the opportunities that China can offer. Flagler Room – opposite the Ole restaurant on the ground floor.
With the CMC taking successful delegations to iABC/CICAF, there is a growing relationship, which is You may bring your breakfast from the Kidscreen Buffets in the
proving fruitful for all parties. Qing and Sean will outline the landscape in terms of what the market is 2nd floor lobby, but there are no tables in the Flagler Room.
looking for and how best to engage and build your portfolio with Chinese companies and platforms.
Fran Fu and Tony Humphreys will also be there to answer any questions on the co-pro treaty or to
follow up individually.
Thursday 13 February
8.30-9am UK@Kidscreen Breakfast Briefing 4 InterContinental Miami
Jean Thoren has attended many markets across the globe. She will offer a snapshot of where she Flagler Room – opposite the Ole restaurant on the ground floor.
believes we are as an industry as a whole and where she believes we are heading. We will have a You may bring your breakfast from the Kidscreen Buffets in the
discussion on what trends have come to the fore and how to ensure you are part of the future. 2nd floor lobby, but there are no tables in the Flagler Room.
Venue Tours & early badge pick-up—hit the ground running!
Located on the 2nd floor of the InterContinental Miami, the Kidscreen Summit Registration Desk will be open from 4pm to 8pm on Sunday 9 February for anyone who would like to pick
up their badge a little early. Kidscreen are also running guided tours of the event space on Sunday afternoon (4.30pm) and Monday morning (8.30am). If you’re interested, just meet the
Kidscreen team a few minutes beforehand at the Registration Desk.
UK@Kidscreen Reception Sponsors:
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Breakfast Briefing – Biographies 7
Sean Chu, Founder & CEO, She was actively involved in the international distribution Jean Thoren, Co-founder
WeKidsGroup of UYoung Animation’s first season of ‘P. King Duckling’, and Owner, Animation
introduced a wide range of international titles to China,
Sean oversees all commercial Magazine
and worked extensively with international studios on co-
and creative activities at Jean is a co-founder and the
production projects.
WeKids, including development, publisher of Animation Magazine
production, distribution, licensing Qing began her career in musical theatre, as license
Inc., a 34 year old industry bible
and merchandising. manager for the Chinese-language production of ‘Mamma
for animation/VFX professionals
Mia!’ (2011) and served as project manager for the
To date, WeKids has acquired and enthusiasts. News and
Chinese-language production of ‘Cats’ (2012).
more than 6,000 episodes of stories are distributed monthly
kids’ animation programmes from Nelvana, DHX Media, Tencent Video is a leading Chinese online video platform, via print, digital and APP magazines to subscribers and at
Guru Studio, m4e, Studio 100 Media, Cyber Group Studio, providing a wide range of premium content including global industry trade shows and festivals. Additionally, the
Zodiak Kids, Cake Entertainment, Aardman Studio, Jetpack films, TV series, variety shows, sports and news. As the world famous, free, daily newsletter is distributed 5 days
Distribution, Genius Brands, DQ Entertainment, and YLE, largest and fastest-growing streaming platform in China, a week and is available at www.animationmagazine.net.
etc. Tencent Video has the largest number of mobile daily and Our worldwide distribution numbers on social media are
monthly active users. By the end of September 2019, the significantly higher than every other industry publication
WeKids is moving rapidly from acquisition of international
subscribers of Tencent Video had reached 100.2 million with 183,000+ facebook friends, 30K subscribers, 58K+
kid properties to development and production of original
and remains the leading player in China. followers on twitter and 82K+ YouTube subscribers.
content for distribution in Greater China and across the
globe, and is searching for partners who are looking to Shabnam Rezaei, Co- Andy Yeatman, Head of the
mount international co-productions of original content founder, Big Bad Boo Americas, Moonbug
that will have both local Chinese appeal and strong appeal Shabnam started Big Bad Boo to Andy Yeatman is a global media
across the world. make quality cartoons. Shows and entertainment executive with
Sean’s previous roles have included stints as Strategic include ’16 Hudson’ (TVO Kids), a proven track record of leading
Adviser to CCTV Animation, CEO of Studio CHOPS, ‘Bravest Knight’ (Hulu), ‘Mixed industry-disrupting content
Executive Producer at Crystal Film and Animation, and Nutz’, ‘Lili & Lola’ and ‘1001 strategies. He has 15+ years
Sales Director of Asia at Toon Boom Animation. Nights’ (Teletoon), which air in of experience in the film and
80 countries. Based in NYC and television entertainment industry
Qing Fan, Producer, Vancouver, the company has an with a focus on content programming, development,
Content Investment & Co- SVOD channel called Oznoz that serves cartoons in various acquisition and distribution for Netflix and Disney.
Productions, Tencent Video languages. With a BS in Computer Science, a BA in German
Andy currently is Managing Director of the Americas at
Qing Fan is the producer Literature from UPenn, and an MBA from NYU, Shabnam
Moonbug, a global children’s entertainment company that
overseeing the international started her career on Wall Street. She was born in Iran,
develops and distributes safe and fun value-based content
business, including content grew up in Austria and is raising her girls trilingual.
that helps kids develop fundamental life skills. Moonbug
investment, co-production and has a growing portfolio of popular children’s properties
distribution, at Tencent Video such as ‘Little Baby Bum’, ‘Go Buster!’, ‘Morphle’, ‘Supa
Kids Channel. Strikas’, ‘KiiYii’, ‘T Rex Ranch’, ‘Glove and Boots’, ‘Gecko’s
Before joining Tencent, Fan was the associate director of Garage’ and ‘Dr. Poppy’s Pet Rescue’. Moonbug properties
international business at UYoung Media, where she was have 70+ million subscribers and garner over two billion
responsible for acquisition, distribution and co-production. views per month.
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Venue 8
Sunday 9 February UK@Kidscreen Reception
Olé Restaurant at InterContinental Miami
InterContinental Miami
100 Chopin Plaza
Miami, FL 33131
Phone: +1-305-577-1000
Fax: +1-305-577-0384
Web: www.icmiamihotel.com
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Hints and Tips 9
Jose Luis “JL” Martinez is an entertainment Miami Trolley Once in downtown, feel free
consultant and producer at Lucky to use the People Mover for
local transport as well. There
Seventeen Entertainment, a Miami-based
are only three individual
entertainment company, founded in 2017, whose routes so learning the system
clients include the newly formed Hialeah Park is quite easy. In addition,
Studios. In addition, JL serves as the creative there is another free service,
director and co-founder of the Miami Media the Miami Trolley, which
and Film Market (MMFM), an internationally can take you up and down
Biscayne Boulevard (Miami’s
recognised content development and production
main downtown thoroughfare)
conference, which will be entering its 10th year in June of 2020. from the trendy Brickell
As a good friend to the UK delegation for a number of years “JL” regularly financial district in the South through to Midtown and the Design District (Miami’s new
provides this personal guide to Miami and its delights! version of Rodeo Drive) to the North. In the past two years, the Miami Trolley has added
some new routes including Wynwood, Coconut Grove, and Little Havana. The trolley also
Dear UK@Kidscreen Delegates, has a free app which provides routes and arrival times, which you can download, just
Hello again! As you prepare to embark on yet another, or perhaps first, journey to the search “City of Miami Trolley,” in your app store. Again, because it is a free service and
constantly changing, sometimes frustrating, but always unpredictable and exciting place downtown traffic can sometimes be quite heavy, patience is a virtue with the trolley with
we call home, your friends at Lucky Seventeen Entertainment would love to offer an scheduled pickups at any of the official stops taking around 20 minutes between trolleys
updated guide containing some basic info on what to do, where to go, and what to eat (sometimes longer). There is still the local ride-share service called Freebee, which can be
during your visit to Miami. We know your time is limited, as you are all making great deals downloaded to your smartphone and allows for local drop offs and pickups in a fun, music
happen and meeting other talented folks, so all the venues here are within a relatively short filled ride. It is more limited now due to certain government restrictions so a ride may
distance from the conference venue. take a bit longer than usual to acquire. Remember, although there is no charge, tipping is
encouraged. Again, for longer trips or to save time, we strongly recommend Uber or Lyft as
the downtown area always has a plethora of drivers ready and willing to take you anywhere
Transportation
at a moment’s notice.
Getting to the InterContinental and downtown Miami is quite the same, with one fun “British
addition.” Uber and Lyft still provide quick, unobstructed access from Miami International Dining
Airport (MIA) directly to your hotel or Kidscreen venue. The ridesharing apps have some
upgraded features for MIA, allowing you to narrow down the specific arrivals exit where you The downtown area has never had more options to choose from. We just picked out a few of
are awaiting your car. If you don’t mind sharing a ride, Uber Pool or Lyft Shared options, our favorites (based on category) all within walking distance or a short ride from Kidscreen.
still provide significantly lower rates around Miami. In addition, if you have between 45 We have also identified ones local Miamians prefer with * Local Fav
minutes to one hour to spare, there is the Metrorail Orange Line ($2.25 U.S. one way), which Coffee and Breakfast
has services that can take you right from MIA to downtown Miami. After switching to the
The latest Pasión del Cielo location at the Brickell City Centre (907 Brickell Ave, Miami,
People Mover (free of charge) you can be dropped off right in front of the Intercontinental
FL 33131) is a growing local coffee house franchise featuring a wide array of coffee bean
or most hotels from Brickell to the Omni district in the north, well within walking distance of
choices from Sumatra to Jamaican Blue Mountain. In addition, they feature some delicious
where most hotels are located. In addition, if you are looking to venture a bit farther north
empanadas, pastries, and snacks to start your day. If you are into artisan coffee where
from downtown Miami, the recently rebranded “Virgin Brightline” train can take you on a
beans are roasted in-house, try Eternity Coffee Roasters (117 SE 2nd Ave). If you want
comfortable, luxurious ride to both Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach.
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Hints and Tips 10
the more traditional, strong, “South American flavor with a Starbucks feel”, Juan Valdez features Chef Cindy
Zest by Ortanique
Café (101 NE 2nd Ave) will perk you up. For Cuban style coffee or breakfast try the Latin Hutson’s fresh spin
American Bayside Café (401 Biscayne Blvd) for breakfast or the new Brickell location of on her award-winning
Latin Cafe 2000 (1053 Brickell Plz). This is our new * Local Fav not only for breakfast, but a “Cuisine of the Sun.”
great latin themed lunch and dinner menu (reasonable prices) as well! For a quick café style The self-coined,
breakfast and coffee check out Café Bastille (248 SE 1st Street) and Café 104 (104 SE 1st ethnically diverse
Street) in downtown. If you have time to go a little farther north or are staying near the Arts and seasonally driven
& Entertainment / Omni District and want the authentic “NY Diner Breakfast” experience be approach embraces
sure to try The Daily Creative Food Company (2001 Biscayne Blvd). global cuisine with
nuances of Hutson’s
Quick Lunches and Dinners signature island flavors.
A champagne Sunday
New for 2020, it is worth repeating that the Brickell neighborhood has opened a fun new brunch is offered from
version of its Latin Cafe 2000 featuring delicious tapas, sandwiches, entrees and more! 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. We
In addition, there are still many options for the “authentic Cuban quick lunch experience” still recommend Verde
including Las Palmas (209 SE 1st St, Miami, FL 33131), and don’t forget to grab a Cuban at Pérez Art Museum
colada at the counter on your way out for a strong, espresso style “pick-me-up” to get you Miami (1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL). The closest restaurant to the venue, and I can
through a busy afternoon. As mentioned last year, we know most delegates’ lunchtimes attest to the quality since my wife is from Northern Italy, is Il Gabbiano (335 S Biscayne
are limited, so these venues represent quick and relatively inexpensive options close to the Blvd), just behind the InterContinental. The food is authentic, delicious, and the service is
Kidscreen venue. For 2020, although the Cheese Course is no longer around, Spris Artisan impeccable… just don’t be in too much of a hurry. This is a “wine and dine” environment. If
Pizza (200 S Biscayne Blvd) definitely is featuring some of the best pizzas, pastas, and you want something a bit more exotic, and Japanese, try Zuma (Epic Hotel 270 Biscayne
more. For some fast / casual Caribbean style roasted chicken try Pollo Tropical (320 SE 1st Blvd Way).
St.). Pollo Tropical is a * Local Fav for its authentic Caribbean recipes and traditional side
dishes (think Yucca plantains, white rice and black beans) all served quick, hot and fresh! New to our Brickell restaurants list for 2020 is Casa Tua Cucina (Brickell city Centre)This
If you are in the mood for a tasty burger and fries, head over to Burbowl *New for 2020 Upscale food hall offers Italian pasta, pizza, salads, crudos & sweets, plus coffee & a bar.
(117 SE 3rd Ave) just north of the Whole Foods for some great craft burgers, fries, etc. For If you are more interested in a classic, upscale steak or seafood meal, there is always the
those who want to “stock-up” at a local supermarket, or “pack your lunch” I recommend Capital Grille (444 Brickell Ave). Just across the street is Cipriani 465 Brickell), an upscale
any Publix Supermarket and Deli (The Shops at Mary Brickell Village 911 SW 1st Ave and Italian eatery made famous in NYC . Just a little further down the street in Brickell is a great
another one at 1776 Biscayne Blvd). The * Local Fav at Publix is STILL without a doubt upscale seafood restaurant called Truluck’s (777 Brickell Ave). If high quality Peruvian
their freshly made sub sandwich…absolutely delicious! I dreamt of these subs while living ceviche and seafood sounds appetizing, I do highly recommend CVI.CHE 105 (105 NE 3rd
in LA. There is also the very dependable Whole Foods (299 SE 3rd Ave), very close to the Ave), which I hear is a favourite watering place for the UK@Kidscreen crowd.
InterContinental, with more organic, high end fare, but very tasty, that also does prepared If you have the time or interest to venture a little further from the venue (Taxi Cab or Uber
hot meals. it in just a few minutes), you can head to Garcia’s Seafood Grille (398 NW North River
Drive). Started by a local Cuban family, Garcia’s is a * Local Fav for its super fresh seafood
Sit-down lunches and dinners and familial atmosphere. A little north of the InterContinental, in the Arts & Entertainment
If you need to have an important meeting, impress or “woo” someone, or just want to treat District, there is a wonderful oyster bar/seafood haven called Mignonette (210 NE 18th St).
yourself or your friends (myself included) there are many options in close range to the Started by two very popular Miami chefs, it has been raved about by local foodies. Further
Kidscreen. New for 2020 we suggest Zest by Ortanique (200 South Biscayne Blvd). Zest north in Midtown is a savory raw bar and grill, SugarCane (3252 NE 1st Ave) that also
is a contemporary restaurant located in Downtown Miami’s Southeast Financial Center. It happens to make some spectacular and original mojitos.
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Just to the west in the trendy Another great watering hole
Alter Ball & Chain
Wynwood neighborhood there a little South of Kidscreen in
is a new spot for 2020. Alter Brickell is Blackbird Ordinary
(223 NW 23rd St) Miami’s (729 SW 1st Ave) which also
most “buzz-worthy” restaurant features an early start to their
featuring Beard nominated happy hour at 3 pm.
Chef Brad Kilgore. Of course,
If you’re feeling adventurous
there is still Bakan (2801 NW
and want to travel a little
2nd Ave), which features a
further, we still recommend
variety of regional Mexican
a GREAT place in the heart
dishes and a large assortment
of Little Havana called Ball
of mezcal and tequila
& Chain (1513 SW 8th St,) *
offerings. Other staple favorites include Wynwood Kitchen and Bar (2550 NW 2nd Ave)
Local Fav. It’s a refurbished
featuring a menu of skewered chicken and octopus along with some other interesting small
iconic jazz club from the
plate dishes. It’s surrounded by some eye-catching wall murals known as the “Wynwood
1930’s that now has a cool Cuban vibe with Happy Hour from 4 to 7 pm. New to the Little
Walls” that have become the hall mark of this hip neighborhood. In the Design District
Havana area is Cafe La Trova (971 SW 8th St) a trendy Old World Cuban hangout featuring
there is a great New American eatery called Michael’s Genuine (130 NE 40th St, Miami)
artisanal, handcrafted cocktails, delicious small bites menu and live music (check times
featuring fine comfort food & inventive desserts. Estefan Kitchen (140 NE 39th St #133,
for live music beforehand). Still on the Little Havana list this year is The Union Beer
Miami, FL 33137) is still a popular choice, with great live music certain nights.
Store (1547 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135), a quaint happy hour spot with lots of charm
That said, if you want to experience other true “Miami Cuban dining spots,” that won’t and recently reviewed as an “oasis for beer lovers in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood.”
break the bank as much as the Estefan’s high-end fare, then head to Little Havana (just If you’d rather travel to the Midtown / Wynwood area, we still recommend Beaker and
west of the Brickell neighborhood) where you will have several authentic Cuban restaurants Gray (2637 N. Miami Ave) which is repeatedly named a top ten “Best Happy Hour Spot” by
to choose from. The iconic Versailles (3555 SW 8th St) is considered the “go to” place for Miami New Times. Not to mention it features two Happy Hours, the first from 4 to 7 pm
Cuban food in Miami. The food is decent and worth the trip if you have the extra time. I and a special late night happy hour from 11 pm to 2 am! Once in Miami’s artistic / trendy
much prefer Exquisito Restaurant (1510 SW 8th Street). It is a small restaurant, closer neighborhood it may also be worth checking out Wood Tavern (2531 NW 2nd Ave) and R
to Kidscreen, with great Cuban food, located right next to the historic Tower Theater and House (2727 NW 2nd Ave) in Wynwood.
Domino Park.
Shopping
Happy Hour If you need to pick up something for friends or relatives back home, there are a few
When it’s time to unwind with a couple of well-priced drinks and small bites, there is places worth checking out. For more traditional tourist knick-knacks, there is the always
nothing like Miami’s Happy Hour circuit! Most happy hours start at 5pm and go until 7 pm, dependable Bayside Marketplace (401 Biscayne Blvd) which has been recently renovated.
although times vary per venue. New to our list this year is Midtown Miami’s always trendy It is fine and in close proximity. They also offer some of the big brand stores from Gap
Sugarcane (3252 Northeast First Ave.) Have a cool refreshing signature cocktail in their and Guess Jeans to Victoria’s Secret. For a little more “high end” shopping, the recent
lush tropical garden patio including the strawberry balsamic, beet mojito, and spice of Brickell City Centre (701 S Miami Ave) is worth checking out with its flagship Saks Fifth
love! I still suggest the hip and trendy, yet casual and local, Mama Tried (207 NE 1st St), a Avenue already in full swing, and many other stores, as well as a high-end cinema (CMX).
self-proclaimed “upscale” dive bar. There is also Bloom Skybar (21 SE 1st St) featuring an Also, the newly opened Silverspot Cinema (300 SE 3rd St) in downtown Miami is within
exclusive atmosphere, signature cocktails and Downtown Miami’s most exciting parties. walking distance of the Intercontinental. It has a great bar and is a gorgeous experience for
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watching the latest theatrical release with a full meal, cocktail, and traditional “movie fare.” Nightlife
It will continue to be the flagship location for the Miami Film Festival in March (as if you
For those looking to dance the night away there are several spots all within previously
needed a reason to come back to Miami). You may also want to travel north to the Design
mentioned neighborhoods. Club Space (34 NE 11th Street) features some of the best local
District (140 NE 39th St), which as mentioned is growing into the Miami version of Rodeo
and international DJ’s and a nonstop party atmosphere. In Little Havana Ball & Chain
Drive with names like Valentino, Versace, and of course Burberry topping the list. The Shops
(1513 SW 8th St) has some great live latin music to dance the evening away. For a more
at Midtown (3401 N Miami Ave) offers a much more “reasonable” shopping experience,
traditional, high-end, megaclub (and burlesque) type experience, downtown Miami has the,
featuring one of the USA’s top “big box” stores…Target. Great deals on toys for the kids
always open, E11even Nightclub (29 NE 11th St). In similar vein, but not open every night,
there! If you did want to venture to South Beach for shopping, your best bet for a variety of
is Miami Beach’s legendary Liv Nightclub (Fontainebleau Hotel, 4441 Collins Ave, Miami
stores, and people watching, is of course, the outdoor Lincoln Road Mall (1111 Lincoln Rd,
Beach). For something still trendy but perhaps “less exclusive”, Barter Wynwood (255 NW
Miami Beach).Beach).
27th Terrace) in Midtown Miami featuring great drinks and a fun hipster atmosphere. Heart
Nightclub (50 NE 11th St, Miami, FL 33132) in downtown is an electronic club, which has
Day Trips / Sights been described as “a small yet scrappy contender in the 24-hour downtown scene, booking
As a segue from shopping to a mix of underground and rising DJs.” The club features a ”philosophy of good music and
South Pointe Park good vibes which has earned it some loyal fans.” If you want the more funky, local hipster
sights, we can start with South
Beach and suggest South scene, then Gramps (176 NW 24th St) is the in the heart of Wynwood.
Pointe Park (1 Washington
Ave, Miami Beach) for some In Closing…
of the best views of the ocean
I hope you enjoyed my latest (informal) guide to Miami’s urban core. Of course, as
and ocean vessels. It’s very
mentioned before, all of these suggestions are open to personal preference and there are
relaxing and a wonderful place
always new places popping up, even just before your arrival. And again, I do hope you will
to clear your mind after a
get back to us if any of the info was useful, or needs refining. As last year, during your
day of networking and deal
stay, feel free to reach out any time for last minute tips, advice, or how to say something
making. You can also head
in Spanish, so vamos, or let’s go! I look forward to seeing old friends and meeting new ones
a little north and walk up
soon. Here is your parting 2020 travel quote:
the iconic Ocean Drive (North from 5th street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach). If you want
to visit a fun little zoo/animal park on the way back from South Beach, featuring some “Live with no excuses and travel with no regrets.”
interesting and exotic furry creatures, try Jungle Island (1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami). - Oscar Wilde
For an immersion into Cuban culture, head to the heart of the Little Havana District (1508
SW 8th St) and immerse yourself in Latin music, food, cigars and the official “Latin Walk of Welcome to Miami!
Fame.” Cheers,
Jose Luis Martinez, Lucky Seventeen Ent.
If you want to experience Miami’s hippest art scene, also recently named one of the
top neighborhoods in the USA, head to Wynwood. With its colourful murals and equally
colourful locals, it is the perfect spot for the “selfie” minded social media maven. There are
some great art galleries, local shops, and of course food and music to entertain you for a
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