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Which Miami shop has the best ice cream scoop?

There's so many good spots to choose from.

Food and Drink

It&#x27;s (unofficially) officially summer! And that can mean just one thing: Ice cream every day — or at least as often as possible.Why it matters: We love ice cream and we&#x27;re asking you, our readers, to weigh in on the best scoop in Miami.

Scoop: How a 2014 election delay could give Broward's mayor an extra term

The county attorney says Bogen can seek another term due to a delayed start to his first term.

Election

A less-than-two-month delay in taking office when he was first elected in 2014 could land <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Broward" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/08/20/miami-2026-federal-tax-cuts-trump-savings" data-vars-content-id="eedfd518-8220-4e1e-9134-c4667f88b68b" data-vars-headline="Scoop: How a 2014 election delay could give Broward&#x27;s mayor an extra term" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/08/20/miami-2026-federal-tax-cuts-trump-savings" target="_self">Broward</a> Mayor Mark Bogen a fourth, four-year term on the county commission, despite term limits.Why it matters: Bogen&#x27;s candidacy, which is currently unopposed, could trigger legal challenges and test the county&#x27;s interpretation of its charter, which limits commissioners to three consecutive four-year terms.

Review: Creating my wedding centerpiece at Hollywood Hot Glass

Things to Do

For our wedding, my wife Marta and I decided to have a sand ceremony symbolizing our union.<ul><li>We gathered sand from my hometown of Miami Beach and her hometown of Adra, Spain, and poured it into a vase we made together at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hollywood Hot Glass" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hollywoodhotglass.com/" data-vars-content-id="08dd31fb-71b8-4bf3-a642-84097d2e806a" data-vars-headline="Review: Creating my wedding centerpiece at Hollywood Hot Glass" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hollywoodhotglass.com/" target="_blank">Hollywood Hot Glass</a>.</li></ul>Why it matters: We&#x27;re already creating a life together, so it felt fitting to create a physical representation. <ul><li>Plus, this ended up being a fun date activity.</li></ul>

Miami restaurant earns first Michelin Star

One Miami restaurant earned its first <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Michelin" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/01/15/miami-michelin-guide-restaurants-added" data-vars-content-id="940db7cb-40f1-4aa3-891a-06e9214c215a" data-vars-headline="Miami restaurant earns first Michelin Star" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/01/15/miami-michelin-guide-restaurants-added" target="_self">Michelin</a> star while four others earned a Bib Gourmand in this year&#x27;s Guide, announced Thursday.Why it matters: The annual guide rounds up what those in the industry consider to be the best of the best, and can elevate a restaurant into fame far beyond its city.

Summer concert guide: A$AP Rocky, Shakira, Rosalia and more

Rosalia is bringing her world tour to the Kaseya Center for two nights in June.

Music

We&#x27;re heading into the summer months, when temps are well into the 90s.<ul><li>Some might be complaining, but I think it&#x27;s the perfect backdrop for those warm summer night concerts.</li></ul>

Things to do: Live music, art and more

It&#x27;s the last weekend of May! Make it count.

Things to do: Air shows, pool parties and live music

It&#x27;s a long weekend, folks! Time to get outside and ring in the unofficial start of summer.

Things to do: Art, paddle and more

Another weekend, another opportunity to get outside and enjoy what the 305 has to offer.

Airbnb to offer World Cup-themed experiences for fans

Miami is one of several host cities participating.

Sports

Ahead of the World Cup, Airbnb <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="announced" data-vars-click-url="https://news.airbnb.com/introducing-one-of-a-kind-fan-experiences-for-fifa-world-cup-2026/" data-vars-content-id="e34a349b-e4f4-415d-9693-6844b3181861" data-vars-headline="Airbnb to offer World Cup-themed experiences for fans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://news.airbnb.com/introducing-one-of-a-kind-fan-experiences-for-fifa-world-cup-2026/" target="_blank">announced</a> a series of &quot;one-of-a-kind fan experiences&quot; for fans to partake in. Why it matters: Miami is one of several host cities the hospitality giant is targeting in an effort to &quot;unite fans&quot; and offer new ways to engage with the games, the hospitality giant said in a news release.

Dog pool party planned in Miami hoping to set Guinness World Record

Hundreds of dogs in one park. This can go one of two ways.

If you think you&#x27;re doing something important in your life, step aside: Chewy is attempting to set the world record for largest dog pool party ever.Why it matters: &quot;Largest dog pool party ever.&quot; Guinness World Records will be on site.<ul><li>I asked what the previous record was and apparently there isn&#x27;t one. (Chewy says they want hundreds of dogs to turn up)</li></ul>

Things to do: Live music, KPOP and more

It&#x27;s Friday and that can only mean one thing: We&#x27;re back with all the best things to do around Miami this weekend.<ul><li>ICYMI: Here&#x27;s our <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mother&#x27;s Day roundup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/05/04/how-to-celebrate-mom-mothers-day-miami" data-vars-content-id="8b9508ea-53de-4188-a284-e80d7199bf02" data-vars-headline="Things to do: Live music, KPOP and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/05/04/how-to-celebrate-mom-mothers-day-miami" target="_self">Mother&#x27;s Day roundup</a>.</li></ul><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Magic City Flea Night Market" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DX72wPuEbHs/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-vars-content-id="8b9508ea-53de-4188-a284-e80d7199bf02" data-vars-headline="Things to do: Live music, KPOP and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DX72wPuEbHs/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank">Magic City Flea Night Market</a>: Shop local vendors and enjoy drink specials and live music.<ul><li>Friday, Broken Shaker, 4pm-9pm. Free</li></ul><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Spanish Storytime:" data-vars-click-url="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spanish-storytime-tickets-1987535694766?aff=ebdsoporgprofile" data-vars-content-id="8b9508ea-53de-4188-a284-e80d7199bf02" data-vars-headline="Things to do: Live music, KPOP and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spanish-storytime-tickets-1987535694766?aff=ebdsoporgprofile" target="_blank">Spanish Storytime:</a> The free event invites families to enjoy a story told entirely in Spanish. <ul><li>Friday, Doral Cultural Arts Center, 4:30pm-5:30pm. </li></ul><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Jazz on the Garden" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DX9lIXaRQqi/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-vars-content-id="8b9508ea-53de-4188-a284-e80d7199bf02" data-vars-headline="Things to do: Live music, KPOP and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DX9lIXaRQqi/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank">Jazz on the Garden</a>: Live jazz at one of Miami&#x27;s favorite empanada shops.<ul><li>Friday, SUR Miami, 7pm</li></ul><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="KPop Kraze at Miami Children&#x27;s Museum" data-vars-click-url="https://www.miamichildrensmuseum.org/upcoming-events" data-vars-content-id="8b9508ea-53de-4188-a284-e80d7199bf02" data-vars-headline="Things to do: Live music, KPOP and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.miamichildrensmuseum.org/upcoming-events" target="_blank">KPop Kraze at Miami Children&#x27;s Museum</a>: The all-day event features hands-on activities, live performances, karaoke and more.<ul><li>Saturday, 10am. Tickets $18+</li></ul><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Neighborhood Walkthrough Series: Liberty City" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXuhiONCX8r/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-vars-content-id="8b9508ea-53de-4188-a284-e80d7199bf02" data-vars-headline="Things to do: Live music, KPOP and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXuhiONCX8r/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank">Neighborhood Walkthrough Series: Liberty City</a>: Led by Engage Miami, event goers will partake in a guided tour through Liberty City, discussing the segregation walls, racial zoning and more.<ul><li>Saturday, The Roots Bookstore, 11am. Free</li></ul>Fort Lauderdale United FC Fan Fest: The women&#x27;s soccer team will close out its home season with interactive experiences and a family-friendly event before kick-off.<ul><li>Saturday, Bancard Field, 6pm (kickoff scheduled for 7:30pm).</li></ul><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Alliance for LGBTQ Youth &quot;Make Room!&quot;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXPaT3YjcAZ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-vars-content-id="8b9508ea-53de-4188-a284-e80d7199bf02" data-vars-headline="Things to do: Live music, KPOP and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXPaT3YjcAZ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank">Alliance for LGBTQ Youth &quot;Make Room!&quot;</a>: The queer youth art show will feature and celebrate art, with proceeds going directly to the young artists.<ul><li>Saturday, Children&#x27;s Village at Lotus House, 6pm-8pm</li></ul>

Barra Callao's small ceviche counter punches above its weight

Martin and I recently dined at Barra Callao in North Miami Beach and it&#x27;s our duty as journalists to tell you about it! The vibe: The small ceviche counter in an unassuming plaza feels both extremely casual and special.

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Summer concert guide: A$AP Rocky, Shakira, Rosalia and more

Miami restaurant earns first Michelin Star

Things to do: Live music, art and more

Review: Creating my wedding centerpiece at Hollywood Hot Glass

Things to do: Air shows, pool parties and live music