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CBS News
29-05-2025
- General
- CBS News
Smoke fills part of Aventura Mall after restaurant fire, all-clear given
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue gave the all-clear Thursday afternoon after thick smoke poured from the top floor of Aventura Mall, prompting confusion among shoppers. According to mall officials, the incident occurred in the courtyard near the slide tower. The smoke originated from a possible kitchen fire at Motek, a Mediterranean restaurant that was open at the time. In videos sent to CBS News Miami, sirens can be heard as smoke billows from the third floor. Inside the mall, customers can be seen looking around in confusion before heading toward the exits. Chopper 4 captured footage showing Miami-Dade Fire Rescue crews at the mall. "We just started seeing all this smoke. Big thick black smoke. This is not good," said one man in a video he sent to CBS News Miami. "It was thick and heavy at first. Now it lightened up. Oh my god." Authorities said one man was treated on scene by fire rescue, though it remains unclear whether he was in the restaurant when the fire broke out. While the mall has since reopened to shoppers and nearby roads are back open, Motek remains closed as the investigation continues.
Time Out
19-05-2025
- Business
- Time Out
Eataly is finally coming to Miami with new Aventura Mall location
After quite a long wait— Time Out Miami first reported on the news back in 2022 —Eataly is finally coming to the Sunshine State. Yes, the NYC-born Italian food emporium, which has more than 50 global locations spread across the United States, Italy, Japan, Brazil, Turkey, South Korea and more, is opening its first location in Florida at Miami's Aventura Mall in spring 2025. On Thursday, June 12 at 3pm, Eataly will debut a two-level store at the luxury shopping mall, on the Third Level near Nordstrom. As at other Eataly outposts, the Miami edition will celebrate Italian culture through markets, counters, cafés, restaurants, and educational offerings "that explore the best food and beverage options Italy's 20 regions and the world has to offer," per the brand. As one of the premier shopping destinations in the country, we couldn't be more thrilled to partner with Aventura Mall and the team at Turnberry on our first location in the state of Florida,' said Tommaso Brusò, CEO of Eataly North America. 'Our mission with Eataly Aventura is to transport guests to Italy without ever having to leave Miami-Dade County, and we are very much looking forward to bringing Eataly's one-of-a-kind experience to the community here.' The 30,000-square-foot space will feature two sit-down restaurants, a caffè with several quick-service counters, a retail section with house-made and made-in-Italy products, a wine store with a dedicated Riserva room, and a cooking school. As for the restos, diners will find La Pizza & La Pasta—a 300-seat concept specializing in Neapolitan-style pizza and artisanal pasta, naturally—and Il Pastaio, a 90-seat outlet dedicated to the art of fresh pasta. The quick-service counters will include La Pasticceria (a pastry depot with cakes, croissants and other baked goods), Panini (a counter dedicated to focaccia, panini and farcita) and Il Gelato, scooping freshly churned gelato and sorbetto creations. And the marketplace will be a home cook's haven, selling everything from pantry staples such as extra virgin olive oils, canned tomatoes, sauces, and bronze-extruded pastas to sweets, a diversity of salumi and formaggi, and special-occasion picks like gift boxes, caviar, and panettoni. Alongside the hundreds of Italian imports, customers can also find high-quality produce, meats, and grab-and-go meals from the made-in-Eataly line. Served from counter to restaurant, a selection of house-made fresh pasta (produced onsite daily) is available for cooking at-home. There's also a wine shop that focuses exclusively on Italian wines. Following opening day on June 12, Eataly at Aventura Mall will host 10 days of free, open-to-the-public programming in celebration of the new store, including producer showcases, hands-on tiramisu-making workshops, complimentary wine tastings, and more. You can check out the full schedule of events here.
Miami Herald
19-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Eataly Italian marketplace sets opening date in Aventura
One of the most anticipated dining experiences of 2025 finally has an opening date. Eataly, the international Italian marketplace, will open at the Aventura Mall at 3 p.m. June 12. Created by Oscar Farinetti in 2007 in Torino, Italy, the 30,000-square-foot space at the mall will include two sit-down restaurants, a cafè with several quick service counters, a retail section, a wine store and a cooking school. Tommaso Brusò, CEO of Eataly North America, told the Miami Herald last year that Eataly, which has 14 locations in North America and more than 50 worldwide, aims to 'replicate what Italy is today. ' 'So when you come to visit Eataly, you're supposed to have the same experience that you have when you go to Italy physically, without the flying or packing your luggage,' he said. 'We are an ambassador for the Italian lifestyle.' After its opening, Eataly Aventura will host 10 days of free programming for shoppers, including producer showcases, hands-on workshops and classes, wine tastings and more. The brand plans to open a second South Florida Eataly location at CityPlace in downtown West Palm Beach later this year. Where to eat La Pizza & La Pasta, which has almost 300 seats, features a menu highlighting two of Italy's best exports. The pizza is Neapolitan-style, while the pasta dishes focus on regional recipes made with artisanal pasta. The second sit-down restaurant is Il Pastaio (meaning 'pasta maker'), where you can also order fresh pasta as well as watch chefs create different shapes and variations daily. This spot seats almost 90 near the live production space. You can also grab a quick bite or coffee at one of the several to-go counters at Eataly. Here's what you can get at each: Lavazza: Coffee drinks La Pasticceria: A pastry counter with cakes, croissants and baked goods Il Gelato: Gelato and sorbetto Pizza alla Pala: Roman-style pizza Panini: Sandwiches on focaccia, panini and farcita Where to shop The Market will feature a variety of Italian staples: extra virgin olive oils, canned tomatoes, sauces, pastas, sweets, salumi and formaggi, panettoni and gift boxes. There are also produce, meats and grab-and-go meals for sale. The wine shop highlights Italian wines from 20 different regions, with a temperature-controlled Riserva room housing rare wines and spirits. Eataly Aventura Where: Aventura Mall, 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura Opening: 3 p.m. June 12 Full schedule of free programming: More information:
Vogue
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue
Just Browsing: Sumptuous Suedes, Fluid Fabrics, and More of Summer's Greatest Hits at Massimo Dutti
With so much fashion existing online, there's something refreshing about trying pieces on in-store after eyeing them first on a little screen. Enter Just Browsing: We're taking you into the fitting room as we preview the newest collections from some of our favorite high-street brands and contemporary labels. We'll get into fabric and quality, fit and feel, and so much more as we make our way through the shop floor. Happy scrolling (and strolling)! Massimo Dutti's stateside presence has never felt more pressing, or relevant, than right now. The cooler, slightly more bohemian sister to the retail giant, Zara, has in recent seasons embraced a wholly new design direction that is at once elevated and timeless yet completely on-trend. Its maintained an emphasis on tailoring and suede—all done in exceptional quality—but it's also folded in a strong fashion point of view in its offerings. Before visiting its newly-opened Miami flagship this spring, I'd gotten used to shopping Massimo Dutti on the Zara app, where it's remarkably easy to scroll through the different brands and check out with one single cart. But seeing, and trying on, clothes you're eyeing in store is unmatched, so when I attended Paris Fashion Week in February, I made it a mission to pop into its Champs-Elysées flagship. It was alive with energy. The Massimo Dutti boutique in Miami was noticeably airy and calm in contrast. Located on the upper floor of the Aventura Mall, earthy tones and natural touches gave the space an inviting, tranquil aura. The clothes were beautifully merchandised into capsule collections, which it made it easy to envision how to style the pieces together. I could take two or three things off the rack and create a full look—it's a straightforward proposition that appeals no matter your level of confidence in crafting a look. What I also loved about all the pieces I tried on was how easily everything mixed and matched. If you're thinking about wardrobe longevity and investing in clothings that are a step up in quality, that sense of ease and versatility is exactly what you want. The hands-on service was equally impressive—and affirmed why I wanted to shop there in-person in the first place. Everyone on the shop floor was incredibly knowledgable about the pieces on display, and their attention to detail elevated the overall experience. As for what I loved most from the summer collection? Let's get into it. Summer Knits The knit pieces were absolutely effortless. The dresses felt very easy on—they had languid movement, and the silhouettes skimmed the body with a nonchalant ease that epitomizes the spirit of summer dressing. Many of the season's top collections leaned into texture and craft, which as a year-round minimalist, brings a feeling of preciousness I resonate with and can easily layer into my own wardrobe. The craftsmanship is on full display in these knits pieces, my favorite of which was the cream fringe dress—it's so playful but doesn't take me out of my comfort zone. I found the knits to all be blank canvases for accessorizing—I could pair any with an artful pendant or my signature stack of silver cuffs and it would look great. Standout Suedes Massimo is known for its suedes—the brand's heritage is rooted in men's leatherwork, and the prices reflect the high quality. I'd been interested in trying its suedes since last summer (already a favorite on the Vogue Shopping team) and loved these burgundy pieces. The color is so beautifully rich, and both the skirt and cropped jacket felt like year-round essentials I could style with a white T-shirt instead of a knit tank; or jeans instead of flowing trousers. The skirt has a gentle A-line silhouette to it that's not too voluminous, nor too slinky—and like the knit dresses from earlier, they share the carefree fluidity on. Photo: Lisa Aiken Exceptional Tailoring I think it's going to be a Bermuda short summer for me! I'm normally a skirt girl in the warm weather—I only have one pair of shorts in my wardrobe—but I just loved how these Bermudas looked with a heeled thong sandal and easy white tee. I have a lot of blazers in my wardrobe, so anything I'm buying new in the jacket space needs to be something that feels refreshing. This softer shape, with its '80s-inspired tailoring, felt precisely that. Apart from the shoulders, it's an unstructured linen jacket with higher-cut lapels and two rows of three buttons. Again, it has that same easy movement I love. Fluid Fabrics I'll admit I probably wouldn't have picked these pants up off the rack, but I'd just seen the video of its spring/summer runway, and they moved so beautifully—I was mesmerized by them. They have this unexpected slit that you only see as you walk, and the silhouette feels equally sculptural and high-fashion. I wanted to emphasize in the fluidity here with a similarly unstructured topper, so I paired it with a suede kimono-style jacket, white tee, and heeled sandal. That said, I already have visions of myself wearing these pants at the beach with flip-flops and a little bikini. Accessories Spotlight There was a dedicated accessories wall in the window, which it was by far my favorite space in the whole store. There were raffia, suede, and woven leather styles all neatly lined up for you to cherry-pick your favorites. Each style felt of the moment—there was an East-West shape, a big, square boxy tote, a tiny pouch—and none of the bags were branded, which I appreciated as I'm not a big logo wearer, and find that it really lets the design and craftsmanship shine. The braided pouch was simply perfect, and the roomy tote felt like a super refined everyday bag. The colors were all minimalist-friendly, too—the deep chocolate browns would easily complement in anything my wardrobe. Shop more just-in from Massimo Dutti
Fashion Network
28-04-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Kurt Geiger opens first store in Miami
British accessories brand Kurt Geiger London has opened its first store in Miami, Florida. Located at Aventura Mall, the new boutique spans 2,102 square feet and embodies Kurt Geiger's signature love of colour, glamour and joyful self-expression. The store's design follows a marquee concept first unveiled at Kurt Geiger's Oxford Street flagship in London. Created by chief creative officer Rebecca Farrar-Hockley, the vibrant space features rainbow-hued glass in diamond and lattice formations, illuminated antique brass shelving, eccentric fringe details and a quintessential English floral print that plays across the interior. Meanwhile, antiqued brass eagles, the brand's signature emblem, are scattered throughout. The location houses a full range of women's shoes, handbags, accessories, jewellery, swimwear, and sunglasses, while Kurt Geiger's menswear collection is set to debut in-store starting this Fall/Winter. 'This store was such a joy to create – it's bright and full of personality. Miami's sunshine and spirit inspired us to lean into our vibrant and expressive spirit. We want the space to feel uplifting and transportive – a little piece of London creativity, reimagined for Miami,' said Farrar-Hockley. With its dynamic energy, bold fashion scene and vibrant, multicultural spirit, Miami is a natural home for the Kurt Geiger brand. The opening marks the label's second location in the state and its fifth standalone across North America. It follows the success of its Orlando store, which opened in 2023 and has already surpassed the company's targets. It also joins existing standalone boutiques in New York, Los Angeles, and San Diego. The brand equally has a strong wholesale presence, with 672 points of distribution across retailers such as Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, and Dillard's. Further US expansion is planned for 2025 and beyond. 'There's so much colour, confidence and creativity in Miami – it's a place that just feels completely aligned with the spirit of Kurt Geiger. We've seen such an incredible response in Orlando, so opening in Aventura Mall felt like the natural next step. We're excited to welcome Miami to our growing family here in North America,' added Neil Clifford, CEO of Kurt Geiger.
