Review Your TRIM Notice by Sept. 16
TRIM notices outline your property’s assessed value, exemptions, and proposed taxes for the year. Since these determine your property tax bill, review them closely and act quickly if you see an error:
- Contact the Property
Appraiser’s Office
- Submit your petition for review
- If needed, file with the Value Adjustment Board (VAB)
After September 16, 2025, the amount on your November tax bill can’t be changed.
South Florida Insider
Prima App Launches With 70+ Miami Restaurants
Prima, a new Miami-based hospitality booking platform, has launched with more than 70 top restaurant partners, from Michelin-starred L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon to Mandolin and Delilah, and plans to expand into hotels and nightlife.
Coral Gables Adopts
Humane Peacock Plan
Coral Gables has adopted a new Peafowl Mitigation Policy that allows residents to hire licensed professionals for humane peacock removal while funding city-coordinated relocation efforts, emphasizing that feeding peacocks is prohibited and harming them remains illegal.
Knaus Berry Farm Changes Owners, Location
The legendary bakery known for its cinnamon buns has new owners and is relocating this fall to a larger site at 16790 SW 177th Ave. Reopening this fall, the Knaus family will remain consultants to ensure the legendary bakery’s recipes and traditions continue unchanged.
Regal Falls Theatre
Converts to Dine-In
Regal Falls Theatre at 9000 SW 136th St. closed July 14 for final renovations, converting the 5,550-square-foot space into Regal Bistro at The Falls dine-in theater, reopening late summer.
Fontainebleau Unveils Water Park Revamp
Fontainebleau is set to begin major water park renovation in early 2026, adding 11 waterslides, a 120-foot slide, family zones, and new pools, reopening in 2027 while the hotel remains operational during construction.
New Publix in Coral Gables
A new two-story, 46,000-square-foot Publix opens Sept. 25 at the former Riviera Plaza site in Coral Gables, while the longtime Monza Ave. location remains open.
Julian’s Corner
September in Miami means football and more. The Hurricanes gear up for their rivalry game against the Florida Gators on Sept. 20 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, the Dolphins’ season is underway with watch parties across the city, and the Marlins keep late-season action alive at loanDepot Park.
Did You Know?
Where the marlins play, LoanDepot Park, if the former site of the Orange Bowl. The Miami hurricanes played there until 2006, and many people are unaware that the Dolphins called the Orange Bowl home, until 1986. It hosted 5 Superbowls, and was the home field of the ‘72 Dolphins - still the only NFL team to have an undefeated regular season, and win a Super Bowl.
Pick ‘Em Contest
Email us your picks for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Sports Grill. Pick the winners of the 5 games from Week 1, and the person with the best record wins! Include the total score for the Dolphins/Colts game for the tie breaker. All submissions must be received prior to 12 PM EST on 9/7.
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- Dolphins at Colts (Share Score for Tiebreaker)
- Giants at Commanders
- Lions at Packers
- Buccaneers at Falcons
- Ravens at Bills
Dining
Black Sheep Coffee
Coconut Grove
A popular UK coffee brand, Black Sheep Coffee, opened its first Florida location in Miami, bringing its iconic iced lattes, cold brew, matcha, and Norwegian waffles to 
the Grove.
Ziggurat x Chèvre
Coconut Grove
Oppenheim-designed Ziggurat development partners with local favorite Chèvre for a culinary sales center featuring gourmet sandwiches, artisan products, and curated wines at Fuller and Grand Avenue.
Da Angelino Cucina Italiana
Coconut Grove
A new modern Italian restaurant from Graspa Group and Ariete Hospitality opens September at CocoWalk, featuring 150 seats and marking both groups' first Italian venture in the Grove.
Erba Closing
Coral Gables
The award-winning Italian restaurant by chef Niven Patel in Coral Gables, is closing its doors after a challenging Miami summer despite critical acclaim and awards, with no official final service date announced yet.
ScandyCandy
Coral Gables
Miami's first Swedish candy shop opened in Coral Gables and went so viral on TikTok that it sold out entirely within days, but has reopened with fresh inventory of the corn syrup-free, naturally-flavored sweets driving the social media craze. It features a massive pick-and-mix wall of authentic Scandinavian sweets.
Huey Magoo
Palmetto Bay
Huey Magoo's massive 2025 expansion includes its Miami-Dade debut in Palmetto Bay with a 1,500-square-foot restaurant—the chain's 76th location overall—and its first-ever airport store at Sarasota-Bradenton International, as part of a broader push that will bring 250+ locations to 15 states nationwide.
Honey Veil
South Miami
The bakery and matcha pop-up sensation is opening its first storefront in South Miami this fall, serving matcha lattes, cinnamon rolls, and their signature honey whip.
Rainy Days Wine Bar
Pinecrest
A new wine and beer bar concept coming soon to Pinecrest, designed as a cozy, inviting spot for locals to enjoy curated wines and craft beers in a relaxed atmosphere.
Finally: NYC’s H&H Bagels is Coming to Miami!
The legendary bagel shop made famous on Seinfeld and beloved by New Yorkers for decades is opening soon in Pinecrest’s Suniland Shopping Center.
Deena’s New Favorite
Hideaway in Coral Gables
I almost don’t want to give this one away, but it’s too good not to share. Tucked in Coral Gables, Tina's is the kind of brunch spot that feels straight out of the West Village—cozy, buzzy, and best enjoyed without kids in tow.
Latest Happenings
Trolling in the Garden
September 1-30
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Old Cutler Rd, Coral Gables
Explore the Garden’s magic with trolls, riddles, and surprises for all ages.
The Ultimate Cardboard Playground
September 27–28
Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami
For one weekend only, the museum transforms into a hands-on cardboard wonderland where kids build forts, robots, and cities, plus enjoy Not a Box, a theater show to spark creativity
and storytelling.
Miami International Auto Show
September 26–October 5
Miami Beach Convention Center,
1901 Convention Center Dr, Miami Beach
Returning to the Miami Beach Convention Center, the show features the latest cars, classic favorites, and the debut of indoor EV test tracks. Covering over a million square feet, it’s one of the largest auto shows in the world.
Deering Estate Ghost
Tours Return
Thursdays, September 3–October 23 | 7:30–9:30 PM
Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Ave, Miami
Step into one of Miami’s most haunted historic sites this fall. Guides share stories of historic events, insights into past inhabitants, and records of paranormal activity. Tickets required in advance.
