Season 8 marks the conclusion of the beloved romantic drama that follows time-crossed lovers navigating the political climate of the 18th-century Scottish Highlands. Alongside global hits like “The Traitors” and season 1 of the prequel “Outlander: Blood of My Blood,” the franchise continues to spotlight Scotland’s castles, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultural history. As a result, Edinburgh is enjoying a fresh wave of cultural tourism centered around visitors’ favorite shows.
From February 19–22, South Beach transformed into the nation’s hottest destination for food lovers. Celebrating the South Beach Wine & Food Festival’s 25th anniversary, anyone hoping to run into their favorite TV chef quickly learned that the Loews Miami Beach Hotel was the place to be.
Located at Collins Avenue and 16th Street, the hotel’s 790 newly redesigned guestrooms have served as the festival’s host hotel since its inception. Not only does the property become a home base for renowned chefs, mixologists, sommeliers, and media personalities, but it also hosts some of the festival’s most coveted events.
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This year, the property welcomed the Asian Night Market hosted by Jet Tila and Aarti Sequeira; musician Ja Rule’s Amber & Opal Whiskey takeover at Bistro Collins; the Tribute Dinner honoring Michelle Bernstein and Sacha Lichine, hosted by Master of Ceremonies Bobby Flay; the Final Pour Tribute Dinner After Party; Sunday Brunch hosted by Katie Lee, Jeff Mauro, and Geoffrey Zakarian; and a family BBQ featuring Apocalypse BBQ.
Between events, festivalgoers staying at Loews Miami Beach Hotel had little reason to leave the property. The oceanfront pool offers ultimate relaxation, complete with private SOAK cabanas, an outdoor bar, and complimentary beach chairs just steps from the sand. The Sea Spa was also a popular pre-festival stop for facials, nail care, body treatments, and hair services. Additional amenities include a fitness center offering yoga and barre classes, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi in guestrooms and public spaces.
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If guests are still hungry after festival events, the resort is home to several culinary standouts, including trendy Italian restaurant Rao’s, The Sushi Bar, Nautilus, Miami Joe Coffee Co., and Preston’s Market.
For those planning ahead for the 2027 festival, Loews Miami Beach Hotel remains the ideal home base for maximizing the weekend experience. Trust us, spotting Guy Fieri in the lobby alone is worth it.
This week, the Carrom x Clarence Ruth Exhibition closed a successful one-month run at Ki Smith Gallery on the Lower East Side. Timed to debut in celebration of Black History Month, the exhibition was curated by fashion designer, author, and artist Clarence Ruth. Widely regarded as the first exhibition of its kind, the multidisciplinary showcase transformed handcrafted Carrom boards into contemporary works of art while preserving their playability.
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Toward the end of the run, the gallery hosted the Carrom x Clarence Ruth Panel Discussion, an intimate cultural conversation exploring the convergence of art, fashion, craft, and cultural identity. Art curator, cultural connector, and The Real Housewives of New York City personality Racquel Chevremont moderated the discussion. Together, the panel examined how heritage, materiality, and community shape contemporary creative expression. They also explored creative collaboration, cultural storytelling, and the importance of physical community spaces in an increasingly digital world.
Additional panelists included exhibition curator Clarence Ruth, painter Jeremy Yuto Nakamura, Bradley Taylor, co-owner of The Carrom Company, and Ki Smith, founder of Ki Smith Gallery and a champion of emerging, diverse, contemporary voices.
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The exhibition and panel were presented in partnership with RAISEfashion, with a donation of $10,000 to the organization. RAISEfashion provides pro bono strategic and creative support to Black-owned brands and creatives. The evening drew creatives, collectors, fashion insiders, and cultural tastemakers. As a result, the exhibition served as an intentional complement to Fashion Week programming and was featured on the official CFDA Fashion Calendar. Guests enjoyed refreshments courtesy of VOSS Water, Hampton Water Rosé, LVMH, and Algodon Wine.
Originating in the 1800s, Carrom boards have long served as communal objects of craft and play. Clarence Ruth’s reinterpretation introduces a new cultural framework for the historic medium. It brings renewed energy to the form while engaging a younger, design-minded audience and honoring generations of craftsmanship. Each artist worked within the constraint that the boards remain fully functional. This required durability, surface precision, and gameplay integrity alongside visual expression.
Limited-edition prints of the artist collaboration Carrom boards are available at carrom.com while supplies last.