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Alyse Mier

Arts, Culture, MSM Online, Music

Never Before Seen Photographs of David Bowie Debuted in Design District

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By Alyse Mier Photography by World Red Eye Markowicz Fine Art Gallery and celebrity photographer and director Markus Klinko collaborated on an exhibit that pays tribute to late pop culture icon David Bowie. The exhibit debuted on February 25th and features 14 never before seen photographs of Bowie, who passed away earlier this year. The photographs were meant to represent Bowie’s “strength and wild side” and are symbolic of the different phases throughout Bowie’s lifetime. Klinko’s cover photo for Bowie’s 2002 album, Heathen, is also on display. “Before creating the album cover Bowie invited me to the recording studio to listen to the album. The album was going to be released a year after 9/11 and Bowie’s idea for the album cover was for it to convey a somber feeling. That’s why he has that mask over his eyes,” said Klinko. The exhibit will travel nationwide, but Bowie’s creative spirit will live on in Miami through mid-March. “Bowie was an exceptional man to work with. He knew precisely what he wanted and was very photogenic,” said Klinko. For more information, please visit www.markowiczfineart.com

Culinary, MSM Online

Martini Shake Off at the Raleigh Hotel

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By Alyse Mier The Raleigh Hotel in Miami Beach hosted its monthly Cocktail Shake Off on February 5th. Guests sampled a variety of specialty cocktails and voted for their preferred drink. The cocktail with the most votes will be featured in the Martini Bar’s menu for the month of February. This month’s competition featured Famous Grouse, a medium full flavored whiskey with notes of oak, sherry and citrus that played a central part in many of the cocktails. Stephen Wicker, the bartender, blended unique ingredients such as egg whites, bitters, coconut demerara and almond milk into the rich amber cocktails, which left guests ordering full sizes of their favorite sample. The winner and our personal favorite was the Scotchtail, a refreshing, light amber libation made up of Famous Grouse Scotch, coconut demerara, agave nectar, lemon juice and orange bitters. Shake off this winter weather at the Raleigh Hotel’s Martini Bar. For more information, please visit www.raleighhotel.com

Culture, Entertainment, LIFESTYLE, MSM Online

Psychic Matchmaker Urges Women To “Get Their Head Out Of Their Apps”

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By Alyse Mier Deborah Graham, better known as the Psychic Matchmaker from TLC, shared her advice on the challenges of dating in the digital age in her new book Get Your Head Out of Your Apps. Graham did a Q&A session with women and men during a happy hour at Books and Books about the importance of connecting with someone spiritually. “The premise of the book is to teach people how to communicate, teach people how to open up and follow my rule of three (three dates and three months of monogamy). What’s different about this book is that I teach you how to use that part of your brain that can connect with someone spiritually and use it to reach a higher frequency.” Graham also shared her gift with some women who were looking for answers on where and how to find love in an age dominated by nonverbal communication and offered them sound advice on steps they needed to take on completing and getting in tune with themselves. For more information, please visit www.mrsgraham.com

Health & Fitness, MSM Online, The Issue

A Workout of EPIC Proportions

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By Alyse Mier Photography by Courtney Ortiz, Courtney Studios Ten people hurtle through an obstacle course simulation, shimmying up ropes, swinging from monkey bars, jumping on and off five-foot boxes, crawling under imaginary barbed wire, all searching for their limits. These athletes, from all sorts of disciplines, are congregating at EPIC Hybrid Training Gym with the owner Alexander Nicholas cheering them on. “I opened EPIC Hybrid Training in March of 2012 because I felt the fitness industry needed a change. The camaraderie, grit, and tenacity of this growing population of obstacle racers is exciting and infectious. I get more pleasure out of helping others perform at their best and always find challenging new ways to motivate members at EPIC,” said Nicholas. At EPIC, gym goers can choose from seven workouts, one for every day of the week, with the choices rotating monthly. Every Wednesday during January, the gym is offering EPIC Obstacle Circuits, a class in which participants will hoist wreck bags on their shoulders, jump on and off five foot boxes, crawl across the gym with a power wheel and traverse along the monkey bars and rings. Come February, the workout routine you’ve grown familiar with could be moved to Tuesday, which allows an attendee to explore other workout options, like the Blast routines where participants can work on their push ups and progress from doing a push up on their knees to a plyometric push up, or clapping push up. Whether you are an obstacle race professional or a beginner that has never participated in an obstacle race, EPIC classes offer many levels so every participant can feel challenged and empowered. “I love programs where you can progress, see the progression, but then after four weeks you get to start on something new. You’re always learning new things, but you also have time to work on what you’ve been practicing,” said Nicholas. Nicholas showed a passion for fitness at a young age, and opened EPIC in 2012, in search of a program that he could truly connect to. He began competing in obstacle races and eventually won the first Spartan Stadium Race at Fenway Park, as part of the original Reebok Spartan Race Pro Team. He also went on to compete on Spike TV’s Sweat Inc. “The challenges of these races bring out the best in me, as well as the ability to motivate so many people to get in better shape,” said Nicholas. For Nicholas, EPIC Hybrid Training in Brickell is only the beginning of a list of long-term goals. “The message I want everyone to know is that EPIC is for everyone. It can look very intimidating, but there are levels for everybody from beginner to advanced. It’s a very doable program for anyone who wants to come in, work hard and better himself or herself,” said Nicholas. EPIC Hybrid Training is located at 620 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33130 For more information, please visit www.epichybridtraining.com Click here to view this post in the MSM January/February 2016 digital issue

Culinary, MSM Online

The Filling Station: Reimagining American Bar Food

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By Alyse Mier The Filling Station is quite the institution, dedicated to making the best bar food in the area. A long-time fixture in Miami, it recently found a new home in Oakland Park, it’s still dedicated to taking the typical hamburger and making it anything but typical. With over 60 food items to choose from on the menu and a selection of over 30 craft beers, it’s no doubt you’ll need a few minutes to process everything. Below is a list of some must have menu items: The Lazy Sunday An unusual blend of S’tart sour beer and Sprite makes for one of the most refreshing drinks, which is perfect for this South Florida weather. The Beer Flight Having trouble navigating through the beer options? Bartender, Mitchell Feigeles, will create a personalized beer flight based on your preferred flavor profile. He’ll also create a flight of the best creations brewed by local breweries. Sweet Corn Fritters Imagine popcorn reinvented. These sweet corn fritters are perfect little portions of creamed corn fried to golden perfection and served with their made in house Savannah Sauce. Porky Tots The Filling Station’s claim to fame is their tots. Their beloved Porky Tots are fried to perfection with a crunchy, salty surface and a steamy, fluffy filling. The tots are blanketed with a layer of smoked pulled pork, cheddar cheese sauce and sour cream. The Burgatti Burger Aptly named, the Burgatti because the chef thought of anything you could possibly want or need in a burger. This Sargento award-winning burger is topped with two slices of pepper jack cheese, two slices of cheddar cheese, peppered bacon, balsamic caramelized red onions, garlicky mustardy mayo and a sunny side up egg. To explore the vast menu options visit The Filling Station at 3200 NE 12th Ave, Oakland Park

Arts, Culture, MSM Online

Red Dot Art Fair: One of Miami’s Leading Art Fairs

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By Alyse Mier Red Dot Art Fair, one of Art Basel and Miami Art Week’s leading shows, returned to Miami this past weekend for its 9th edition. Its new location in the Arts and Entertainment District served as the temporary home for modern and contemporary works of art. This event has served as a platform to introduce enthusiasts and collectors to established, mid-career and emerging artists, much like Benjamin Edelstein. Edelstein, a Miami native, specializes in both fine art and commercial photography. His work has been published in several advertising campaigns, and graced the pages of leading magazines such as Vogue. Red Dot gave Edelstein the opportunity to present his work side-by-side to exquisite and sometimes bizarre works of art. “I’ve seen some pretty cool contemporary work around here. I’m a fan of mixed media. Anything that has to do with more than just photography or painting, or finding ways to incorporate both I’m usually a pretty big fan of,” said Edelstein. Red Dot’s vast collection of modern and contemporary art did not disappoint as fairgoers made their way through the over 70 galleries that exhibited numerous sculptures, paintings and photographs. “This is my second year here at Red Dot and it’s been a bit of a whirlwind. Long days, long hours, but what I appreciate most about being here is that I not only get to see a lot of the galleries that are present, but I get to meet a lot of the artists that aren’t from around here,” said Edelstein. For more information on Red Dot Art Fair, visit www.reddotfair.com For more information on Benjamin Edelstein’s artwork, visit www.benjaminedelstein.com

Culture, Entertainment, MSM Online

SWAY: A Dance Trilogy

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By Alyse Mier Photography by Stefania Orru Latin ballroom dancing champion Maksim Chmerkovskiy, known by millions for his performances on Dancing With the Stars, brought some ballroom dancing heat to Miami this week with the opening of SWAY: A Dance Trilogy. Maksim and Valentin Chmerkovskiy, and Tony Dovolani were joined by DWTS professional Peta Murgatroyd, Olympian Meryl Davis and actress Rumer Willis for a five-show run at the historic Olympia Theater in downtown Miami. SWAY gave the audience a glimpse into the lives of Maks, Val and Dovolani and their varied talents in dance genres such as conventional ballroom, hip-hop, rumba, salsa and cha cha. “SWAY was born because we had the opportunity to do it. It was choreographed in-house by two of our Dance With Me choreographers and the cast was made up of over 70 employees from our six locations. It quickly became a show that was bigger than us and we decided to do it two more times. Now we’re in Miami performing only five shows during Art Basel,” said Maks. Maks and Dance With Me Studios have partnered with Alfalit in efforts to eradicate human suffering caused by illiteracy. Dance With Me Studios has used its platform with SWAY to help create awareness for this cause. A percentage of ticket sales from SWAY, associated golf tournament and dance camp benefitted Alfalit International. “Without education we wouldn’t be able to do what we do, so I wanted to be able to give back to people who don’t have that opportunity themselves,” said Maks. For more information, visit swayshow.com

Arts, Culture, Fashion, MSM Online, Shows & Events

Art Basel Events Guide Part II

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By Alyse Mier Art Basel Miami is almost here and whether you’re looking for suggestions on where to go, or want to see it all we’ve got you covered. Consider marking your calendars with some of the events listed below. Spencer Finch American artist Spencer Finch may have just made your food too pretty to eat. Finch uses a solar-powered ice cream truck to process the colors of the sunset into soft serve ice cream. When: December 1st -5th Time: December 1st 5pm-10pm December 2nd-5th 1pm-8pm Where: Hyde Midtown Suites & Residences, 3401 NE 1st Ave, Miami Pure Abstraction Making its debut in the Mandarin Oriental’s waterfront restaurant, Pure Abstraction will feature artworks by internationally recognized artists and award-winning painter Alex Brewer aka HENSE. When: December 3rd-6th Where: Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami Additional Information: For more information or reservations, call (305) 913-8288 or visit mandarinoriental.com Beyond The Limelight: Art Basel A photo exhibition of New York City’s nightlife in the 80s and 90s through the eyes of photographer Tina Paul. The photo exhibition will be accompanied by a fashion exhibition curated by Keni Valenti. When: December 3rd-12th Where: 2612 NW 2nd Ave, Miami Time: 6pm-10pm Additional Information: For more information and to RSVP visit MiamiFashion.eventbrite.com Oliver Gal This pop-up gallery features the pieces we’ve come to know and love, as well as limited edition pieces you’ll only find here. When: November 1st – December 29th Where: 2819 NW 2nd Ave, Miami RSVP: gallery@olivergal.com www.olivergal.miami ELLE Décor ELLE Décor Magazine has taken a loft space in Wynwood and paired top interior designers with name brands to create and style different rooms in the loft. When: December 2nd-4th Tickets: Can be purchased for $35 dollars by calling (305) 243-9088 Where: 250 Wynwood, 250 NW 24th St, Miami CONTEXT Art Miami An art show dedicated to highlighting the works of emerging artists, CONTEXT showcases artists from over 80 international galleries. When: December 1st-6th Time: December 1st VIP Kickoff 5:30pm-10:00pm December 2nd-5th 11am-8pm December 6th 11am-6pm Where: 2901 NE 1st Ave, Miami Tickets: Can be purchased at eventbrite.com Absolut Elyx & Water For People Launch Philanthropy Benefit with Sean Kelly & Jérôme Sans at Art Basel This event will celebrate a partnership and safe drinking water efforts by offering guests to view a sculpture created by Antony Gormely and auctioned by Paddle8, pop up water truck and copper pineapple boutique and live performances. When: November 24th – December 9th Where: Delano South Beach 1685 Collins Ave, Miami Beach MYTHS, WORDS AND FIRE Laura Kimpton will cover the entire ground floor of the SLS South Beach with sculptures, videos and paintings. In addition to the artwork, Kimpton will also launch her apparel line She’s Got Wings at a pop-up store in the hotel. When: December 1st-31st Where: SLS South Beach Hotel, 1701 Collins Ave, Miami Beach

Beauty, Events, Fashion, Health & Fitness, Health & Fitness, LIFESTYLE, MSM Online

Black Friday Deals & Steals

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By Alyse Mier Black Friday is here, and with it comes an overwhelming amount of deals for those hoping to start their holiday shopping. Since you may not have had time to search the Internet for the best deals we did the legwork for you. Below are 15 deals we think you need to check out this Thanksgiving weekend. Athleta From November 27th-December 1st save 20% on everything in store and online. Banana Republic Enjoy 50% off sweater and 40% off the rest. Cole Haan Cole Haan is offering 50% off select styles from November 25th-November 29th. Right now you can also receive 30% off full price items site wide and in stores. Equipment Take advantage of Equipment’s 25% off everything sale. Shop the sale from November 25th-November 30th. Gap Gap is currently running 50% off your entire purchase, no exclusions. If you’re shopping online enter code EARLY at checkout. If your shopping in stores discounts will be taken at the register. Snag this deal from November 25th-November 28th. Joie Save 25% off all full price and sale items. This deals extends from November 25th-November 30th. Journelle Shop Journelle’s More is More sale until December 1st. Take 15% off purchases of $150+, 20% off orders of $300+ and 25% off orders of $500 or more. Be sure to use code THANKSLOVELY at checkout. Kate Spade Enjoy up to 75% off select apparel and accessories during the Kate Spade Surprise Sale. Sale ends November 28th. Loeffler Randall Snag an extra 15% off already on sale shoes with code BLKFRIDAY. Mara Hoffman Shop select styles from 30%-70% off. 5% of all sales will benefit Art Start throughout the holidays. Nasty Gal Shop the Black Friday sale from November 24th– November 27th and receive 30% off select black styles. Also enjoy 30% already marked down items. Nordstrom/Nordstrom Rack It’ll be hard to resist 20% off the entire store at Nordstrom when Black Friday comes around. Nordstrom Rack is offering an additional 30% off clearance items. And for those who shop online on Black Friday Nordstrom Rack sweetens the deal by offering free shipping. Neiman Marcus On Black Friday from 8am till noon take an extra 33% off already reduced prices. At noon take an additional 20%. And with any purchase of $100 or more you’ll receive a $50 gift card. All day Friday and Saturday take 40% off select designer apparel. Sephora All day on November 27th snag a number of products that will be marked down as low as $10. Scotch and Soda Save 30% off on the fall/winter collection and receive 10% off everything else. If you’re shopping online be sure to use promo code BlackFriday.

Health & Fitness, Health & Fitness, MSM Online

Amp Up Your Workouts

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By Alyse Mier You’ve already got your sneakers and gym membership. All you seem to be missing to take your workouts to the next level are the right gadgets. These five gadgets will help you better optimize and track your progress, so you can meet your personal fitness goals. 1. Bragi Dash Smart Earphones The world’s first completely wireless smart earphone gives you the freedom of movement. These headphones play more than just music. It measures your body’s vitals and movements to provide you with personalized, extensive fitness tracking and heart rate monitoring. This nifty little gadget also doubles as a Bluetooth headset that promises to give you crisp and clear voice quality. Even with all the amazing features this little gadget has to offer the innovators at Bragi have made it easy to use. You can preorder these earphones that are sure to change your exercising experience at www.bragi.com for $300. 2. SmartMat Yoga Mat Nothing beats attending a yoga class after a long week, yet it’s not always so easy to make time for it. However, SmartMat Yoga Mat brings a personal yoga instructor right to your very home. The yoga mat is embedded with sensors that track your body’s heat map and feeds that information to the accompanying app. Your yoga instructor will help you perfect your pose and achieve your perfect balance. After your guided class you can review your score and other stats on the app. Pre-order your yoga mat today through www.indiegogo.com for the special price of $297. 3. Hidrate Spark We have mastered ways to track almost every aspect of our lives: sleep, exercise, heart rate. Yet, one thing we have not mastered is keeping track of our water intake. Hidrate Spark has revolutionized how we consume water. This smart water bottle connects to our phone via Bluetooth and tracks how much water we’ve drank in a day. The app can also connect to your fitness trackers and help you reach your daily water goals based on your workouts. If you forget to drink water, the bottle will glow as a friendly reminder that you have a goal to reach. There is no excuse to not stay hydrated. Order yours today at www.hidratespark.com for $59.95. 4. Lumafit The Lumafit is the perfect to companion to have for your workout, whether at home or at the gym. From sit-up’s to push ups Lumafit senses what workout you’re doing, tracks your EKG, sets and reps while giving you interactive feedback to ensure you reach your fitness goals. The unique design is extremely lightweight and securely wraps around your ear ensuring that it will stay on even through the most rigorous of exercises. Cash in on the early bird offer today at www.lumafit.com and buy yours for $129. 5. Fossil Q Dreamer and Reveler Famed watchmaker Fossil recently launched a line of wearables that are unlike all the others. These smart bracelets are similar to your standard fitness trackers in that they track your daily activities, connect to an app and alert you when you receive a text or call. However, their sleek design is what makes them so unique. The Q Reveler, designed for men, is available in silver with a brown band, or black with a black band. The Q dreamer, designed for women, is available in silver or gold with eight different band options. Fossil is leading the way in the future of elegant fitness trackers. Visit www.fossil.com to buy your tracker for $125.

Arts, Culture, The Issue

The Ultimate Guide to Art Basel Miami 2015

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November-December Issue 2015 By Alyse Mier Miami has exploded into a well-known destination that attracts some of the top artists and galleries from around the globe. Events take place all over Miami that appeal to both the cultural connoisseur and the urban art lover. There are events of all kinds and tickets available at all price points. We’ve compiled a list of some events you need to mark down on your calendar. ARTE Cuba at Spectrum Miami Discover Spectrum Miami, a five-day contemporary art show featuring a wide selection of artists and galleries from around the world. Unique to the event this year is the exhibition ARTE Cuba. Curated by Stacey Conde, ARTE Cuba will showcase a carefully curated collection of Cuban modern, contemporary and cutting-edge art. ● When: December 2nd -6th ● Where: Spectrum Miami Tent/1700 NE 2nd Ave at NE 17th St Miami,  FL 33132 ● Times: December 2nd, 6-10pm December 3rd – 5th, 12-8pm December 6th, 12 noon-5pm Late parties will be held nightly from 7-9pm ● Tickets: Can be purchased at eventbrite.com ● Additional Information: A percentage of all ticket sales will benefit LIFE is Art, a local Miami charity Red Dot Art Fair Red Dot Art Fair will be returning to Miami for its 9th edition, and to celebrate this moment art veteran Jane Sauer will curate the fair. Offering a unique selection of over 70 galleries, Red Dot Art Fair will exhibit the works of emerging, mid-career and established artists. The layout of the show presents visitors with a sophisticated environment to view the artwork presented by the galleries and dealers. ● When: December 1st-6th ● Where: Red Dot Art Fair/3011 NE 1st Ave, at the corner of NE 31st St Miami, FL ● Times: December 1st, 6-10pm December 2nd, 11am-5pm December 3rd-5th, 11am-8pm December 6th, 11am-6pm ● Tickets: Can be purchased at eventbrite.com Miami Project Bringing the best in modern and contemporary art, this year’s show will feature 60 top galleries from around the world in a bright and sunny beachside showcase. The event promises to produce a singularly elegant environment that will allow for visitors to view artwork in the most unique way possible. ● When: December 1st-6th ● Where: Miami Project Pavilion/7275 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL ● Times: December 1st, Opening Party 7-10pm December 2nd, 11am-2pm December 3rd-5th, 11am-7pm December 6th, 11am-6pm ● Tickets: Can be purchased through miami-project.com Art Miami One of the most important contemporary art events in the United States, Art Miami attracts more than 82,000 collectors, curators, museum professionals and art enthusiasts from around the globe. In its 26th year, Art Miami remains committed to exposing the most important artworks of the 20th and 21st centuries in collaboration with some of the world’s most respected galleries. ● When: December 1st-6th ● Where: Art Miami Pavilion/3101 NE 1st Ave Miami, FL ● Times: December 2nd-5th, 11am-8pm December 6th, 11am-6pm ● Tickets: Can be purchased at eventbrite.com Miami River Art Fair The Miami River Art Fair was conceived as a way to showcase world-class artists and galleries, while keeping the Miami River at the core of all its events. It has paved the way for artists as the pioneer art fair in the Downtown Miami/Brickell area. The art fair is committed to creating a luxurious ambiance, providing spectacular views and a waterfront experience, fine dining and world-class entertainment. ● When: December 3rd-6th ● Where: James L. Knight Center 400 SE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL ● Times: December 3rd VIP Collector’s Preview 6pm-11pm December 4th-5th, noon-7pm December 6th, noon-6pm ● Tickets: Can be purchased through universe.com Click here to view this post in the November/December 2015 digital issue

Culinary, MSM Online

Gluten Free Dining

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By Alyse Mier One of the most stressful parts about eating out while on a gluten free diet is figuring out where you can eat. Some restaurants don’t offer gluten free menus and some require you to look extensively through their menu and make substitutions. However, we’ve just made your dining experience a lot less tedious by creating a list of 4 chain restaurants that offer gluten free menus and can be found almost anywhere in the nation. (You can view all menus below.) CRAVE CRAVE restaurant was created out of a passion to provide guests with a dining experience best defined as the CRAVE experience. It combines quality ingredients, outstanding service, sophisticated ambiance and diverse menu options. The exceptionally talented culinary team drafts a fresh menu every season that uses the highest quality ingredients to ensure guests the best dining experience possible. The chefs share their favorite recipes and techniques in order to create a diverse menu that is sure to offer something for everybody, including those who are gluten sensitive. Rosa Mexicano Since opening its doors 30 years ago Rosa Mexicano continues to surpass the expectations of authentic Mexican cuisine by providing guests with dishes prepared with socially responsible ingredients and providing a menu that everyone can enjoy. All the dishes remain true to their roots while incorporating regional accents or innovative techniques that will make them stand out among others of its kind. Eliminate all your food cravings by indulging in fresh guacamole prepared tableside, as it has been famously done since 1984. Or enjoy some corn masa empandas stuffed with chicken and chorizo. Gluten free menus are available for both lunch and dinner and are bound to make Rosa Mexicano one of your go to spots. SUSHISAMBA Only at SUSHISAMBA will you find the unique blend of Brazilian, Japanese and Peruvian flavors. This tri-cultural unification is rich in history and is representative of the early 20th century when Japanese immigrants traveled to South America to cultivate coffee farms, and thus flourished the combination of these three cultures. SUSHISAMBA has become known for serving traditional dishes as well those with an unlikely combination of flavors. From one menu you can order something as simple as Alaskan King Crab Leg to something as complex as Chicharron De Calamar with tomatoes, onions, fried plantains, tamarind and mint. A dining experience at SUSHISAMBA is a truly unconventional dining experience. The Capital Grille From the moment you walk into The Capital Grille your experience will be of true elegance. It is the restaurant’s goal that everything that arrives at your table leaves you more than satisfied from beginning to end. Guests can choose from a selection of nationally renowned dry aged steaks, the freshest seafood and a list of world-class wines. The Capital Grille only uses the finest ingredients that are brilliantly prepared and designed to engage all your senses in this elegant dining experience.

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