And how about an impromptu photo shoot in the middle of Biscayne Blvd?
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Best of the Best Day 2 2011
Miami, FL- It was a day of "big ups" and "shout outs". Reggae and hip hop. The majority of performers were given three or four songs on stage. I did learn some new dance moves, taught by none other then Shabba Ranks. Two noteworthy appearances were Busta Rhymes and Ludacris coming out to join DJ Khaled. Check out the full gallery over at Miami New Times
Monday, May 30, 2011
Jello Wrestling at Boston Johnny's
Hollywood, FL- I remember during my glorious high school years me and my friends attempted to have a jello wrestling party. It turned into a baby oil wrestling party. And unfortunately it turned into a guy wrestling a girl party. There was just an element missing for some reason. Fail....
This time, at Boston Johnny's, the Gold Coast Derby Girls team was holding a jello wrestling fundraiser. The key is the jello. It's not your typical put in the refrigerator jello. It comes in powder form and when mixed in water creates a nice gelatinous mix. These girls got into it. Check out the full gallery over at New Times
This time, at Boston Johnny's, the Gold Coast Derby Girls team was holding a jello wrestling fundraiser. The key is the jello. It's not your typical put in the refrigerator jello. It comes in powder form and when mixed in water creates a nice gelatinous mix. These girls got into it. Check out the full gallery over at New Times
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Girl Talk at the Miami Fillmore 5-19-11
Miami Beach, FL- Girl Talk takes mash ups and mixes to another level. It's almost like you can play the game of "guess that sample" when listening to his music. I kinda wished I didn't have my camera and bag with me so I could of gotten my dance on. Tough to shake what ya momma gave you in such a tight space with out worrying about your gear. I did stay to the end. Two steppin like a geezard. Check out the full gallery over at Skope.
Monday, May 23, 2011
Dr. Man Has Our Lashes (& Hearts!) A-Flutter With BOGO Latisse Offer
We're headed straight into the sweltering months of summer, which are notoriously unfriendly times for ladies who like their eye makeup to stay put. Wouldn't it be great if you stepped into the Florida humidity and had long, full, paparazzi-worthy lashes - without a mascara meltdown moments later?
Gab fans, dream no longer. Daniel Man, M.D., one of the nation's leading platic surgeons located right here in Boca Raton, has the solution.
Today until Friday, June 3, Dr. Man is offering two kits of Latisse, the only FDA-approved eyelash enhancement solution, for $125 ($62.50 each).
This stuff is honestly magic. Just brush it onto your top lashline each night (like you would a liquid eyeliner) and you'll start to grow thick, dark, browbone-skimming lashes within a month. We heard Claire Danes's lashes grew so long that her makeup artist actually had to trim them. No tarantula mascara, no break-the-bank eyelash extensions - just natural, "Oh-my-goodness-how-do-you-get-them-so-long" lashes.
Stop in to Dr. Man's office by Friday, June 3, to get your hands on the newest ammunition in your beauty arsenal. We won't tell anyone your secret...
Check out some of Gab's favorite Latisse-lovers...
851 Meadows Road, Suite 222
Boca Raton, Florida 33486
1-800-232-5508
Sunday, May 22, 2011
The Story Behind the Picture: Le Blorr at the Delano
Last month I did a feature on Le Blorr for my column over at Skope. I really wanted to do a legit shoot for the main photo of the article and figured since they were playing at the Florida Room in the Delano Hotel, I could possibly swing the chance to shoot in a hotel room. I was able to work it out and arranged for a 4 hour window to use the room.
A few of the final arrangements weren't confirmed till the day before, but I went to bed that night thinking I had gotten everything set and we would be good to go. I thought should have plenty of time with the goal of a few different shots. Well, sometimes things don't go as planned.
So to start the day, one model cancels that morning and my window of time gets cut back an hour. Luckily, the stylist for the shoot, Tiffany Azmouz, was a trooper and was able to step in and model for me. No problem, I was prepared for the shoot and didn't necessarily need that long to get the shot. Next, the band, who had traveled down that day from Melbourne, FL (a few hours away), got caught up and doesn't make it till I have an hour left to be completely out of the hotel room.
My original goal was the main group shot and also do some individual ones of the guys. With out much time I had to focus on the group shot. So the lights are already set up, I talk things over with the guys of Le Blorr, and I've got 20 minutes to shoot. Sometimes you gotta just make it happen. We got the shot and I was stoked with the result. Thanks to Chantelle Tarride for make up.
Later that night the band played at the Florida Room. The place was filled with entrepenuers from a conference being held in Miami and they were in for a rude awakening. One minute the DJ was spinning and the next Le Blorr plugged in took over. Check out the article for my interview with the band.
A few of the final arrangements weren't confirmed till the day before, but I went to bed that night thinking I had gotten everything set and we would be good to go. I thought should have plenty of time with the goal of a few different shots. Well, sometimes things don't go as planned.
So to start the day, one model cancels that morning and my window of time gets cut back an hour. Luckily, the stylist for the shoot, Tiffany Azmouz, was a trooper and was able to step in and model for me. No problem, I was prepared for the shoot and didn't necessarily need that long to get the shot. Next, the band, who had traveled down that day from Melbourne, FL (a few hours away), got caught up and doesn't make it till I have an hour left to be completely out of the hotel room.
My original goal was the main group shot and also do some individual ones of the guys. With out much time I had to focus on the group shot. So the lights are already set up, I talk things over with the guys of Le Blorr, and I've got 20 minutes to shoot. Sometimes you gotta just make it happen. We got the shot and I was stoked with the result. Thanks to Chantelle Tarride for make up.
Later that night the band played at the Florida Room. The place was filled with entrepenuers from a conference being held in Miami and they were in for a rude awakening. One minute the DJ was spinning and the next Le Blorr plugged in took over. Check out the article for my interview with the band.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
"Gabby" Birthday to Steven Pellegrino, Sr.!
Steven Pellegrino, Sr., the man behind Il Bacio Restaurant & Lounge and PRIME, has thrown the people of South Florida some of the hottest parties we have ever seen. It was only fitting that, for the big guy's birthday, we go all out with a Summer Circus-themed Birthday Bash worthy of Il Bacio's off-the-chart event roster.
So, for the past week, Gab worked in secret to plot the perfect birthday, including smuggling an oversize paper birthday cake into the office for Steven's wife, Jackie, to decorate.
On Saturday, May 14, we finally were able to pull out all the stops, kicking off the evening with a hilarious James Brown fire performance before presenting dangling aerialists, fireworks courtesy of Steven Pellegrino, Jr., and - surprise! - a beautiful woman leaping out of a birthday cake and launching into a dance and fire performance act for a very surprised Steven.
As always, DJ Brett the Hitman kept the crowd going until we couldn't dance anymore, providing the soundtrack to yet another unforgettable night.
The party never ends when you're working with the Pellegrinos!
Il Bacio Restaurant & Lounge
29 SE 2nd Avenue, Just off of Atlantic Avenue
Delray Beach, FL
Dining Reservations: 561-865-7785
Monday, May 16, 2011
"Chick Flick Night" Takes Off in Tampa With the Help of Butlers in the Buff
This Saturday, May 16, in Tampa, loads of ladies celebrated all things girly at "Chick Flick Night," which kicked off, fittingly, with Grey "Goose Bridetinis," swag bags and the incomparable company of Butlers in the Buff, Florida's hottest new British import. Always the life of the party, the Butlers led the ladies onto a party bus, where they were whisked away to the red-carpet VIP premiere of "Bridesmaids."
Needless to say, us Gabbers are a little jealous. We can't wait for the Butlers to serve us again at one of our South Florida events or pop into the office for a visit.
Check out the below fab photos taken by Ashley Grant and Metromix...
Monday, May 2, 2011
"The Circus" 2-Year Anniversary Celebration at Il Bacio
"The Circus" rolled into town on Wednesday, April 27, celebrating Il Bacio's second year as Delray’s premier venue for nightlife, entertainment and dining with over-the-top entertainment worthy of The Big Top.
The much-anticipated event lived up to its high-flying expectations as more than 500 South Florida revelers partied the night away, their senses captivated by the dazzling and sultry circus-inspired acts and pulsating sounds of DJ Brett the Hitman.
Sponsored by Ketel One Vodka, "The Circus" kicked off with Harlequin Stilt Walkers, a nod to vintage acts of days past, and the incredible Goatman, who roamed the courtyard inviting intrigued guests to the join the party.
As a seductive belly dancer and her curious snake slithered through the crowd, guests were treated to sensational aerialists and gravity-defying performances from suspended silks.
The night heated up with incredible fire performers, and culminated with a spectacular violinist that blew the crowd away with his rock solos.
The only thing to do after such an unforgattable event? Start planning for next year!
Il Bacio Restaurant & Lounge
29 SE 2nd Avenue, Just off of Atlantic Avenue
29 SE 2nd Avenue, Just off of Atlantic Avenue
Delray Beach, FL
Dining Reservations: 561-865-7785
New Times Cupcake Battle and Art Institute Fashion Show at Las Olas Food & Wine Festival
Fort Lauderdale, FL- I covered the New Times Cupcake Battle this past Friday at the Las Olas Food & Wine Festival. Of course I sampled some, and some more, and a few more. They were basically my dinner and after 10 or so cupcakes I was not feeling to hot. Check out the full gallery over at New Times.
I also caught up with some friends from AI and checked out their Food and Wine inspired fashion show
An interesting street snapshot
I also caught up with some friends from AI and checked out their Food and Wine inspired fashion show
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