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Miami’s Rich Culture Collides With Music, Wine and Food
Interview with Chrissy Wittmann, Director of Winemaking for The Prisoner Wine Company and Latin Grammy-Nominated Star, Deborah de Corral, as she cooks up an exciting evening along One Island Park during The Prisoner’s Miami Makery.
June 18th, 2018
Where did the idea for the event come about?
Chrissy- As Director of Winemaking for The Prisoner Wine Company, I strive to make untraditional wine blends that intrigue and excite people, and the Makery Experience series is a way for us to toast local creators who bring the same surprise and delight to their respective crafts. By hosting these pop-up gatherings, we’re able to visit cultural hubs and communities we don’t typically engage with and handpick local artisans, or Makers, to help bring their art of creation to life through an exclusive event (with plenty of wine, of course!)
How long have you been creating wine?
Chrissy- My first peek into the wine industry came when I was working at an environmental chemistry lab after college and was asked to fill in for a vacationing co-worker in the lab’s wine division. That experience piqued my interest – I became a wine chemist and, later, a laboratory enologist at Meridian Vineyards, before returning to California Polytechnic to further my education in agriculture and food science. I’ve been the Director of Winemaking here at The Prisoner Wine Company since 2016 but have been making wine since landing my first assistant winemaking job in 2005.
What’s it about the infusion of food and wine that just works?
Chrissy- A well-thought-out pairing of food and wine can really elevate a meal. For example, our Merlot, Thorn, is one of our most food-friendly wines in the portfolio, and its rich fruit flavors complement savory dishes while its bright acidity and supple tannins help it stand up to rich foods. Two pairings that I love and feel illustrate perfect complements are Thorn with short ribs or pasta Bolognese.
What’s it about the infusion of both cooking and music that just works?
Deborah- I think that cooking and music are similar in the way that they’re both constantly evolving and have the unbelievable ability to bring people together.
How long have you been singing? Cooking?
Deborah- I’ve been cooking since I can remember, but I’ve been doing so professionally since 2012, when I was offered to host my own TV show on El Gourmet Channel (Latam). During that time, I started getting invited to cook at different restaurants and festivals around South America and I haven’t stopped since! Over the past couple of years, I’ve been hosting my own pop-up events both in BA and Miami, where I host a monthly night at The Standard Spa in Miami Beach (be on the lookout for our next date!). In October, I’ll be opening my first restaurant, TIGRE, in Miami.
I started my career as a singer and songwriter around 2010 and recorded two solo albums. I was then nominated for a Latin Grammy in 2012, while I was touring around Latin America for the majority of 2011 through 2015. Although, my second album came out less than two years ago, I’m mostly focusing on my career as a chef, so I’ve stopped touring altogether… but you might catch me jamming with friends at my new restaurant some nights!
Does the culture of Miami dictate changes to the Makery experience?
Chrissy- Yes, for this edition of the Makery Experience series, we tapped into the culture of Miami tobring together a group of stellar local artisans, creatives and craftsmen to celebrate the city and its connection to water. Miami, as a huge port, is a city of immigrants whose personal stories often began overseas, and water shapes every resident’s life in some way. We gathered together a group of Makers whose lives and work reflect this, and I think their artwork, cuisine and performances wove together a story of the city’s heritage in a really inspiring way at the event.
Deborah- Water is a symbol of change; as a port city, Miami constantly welcomes new arrivals who bring their own personalities to the community, and in turn leave their own unique marks on the city. We tried to channel and celebrate this magical transformation in the artwork portrayed, wines enjoyed, and food eaten.
What do you see as the evolution with this event and the ultimate takeaway you’re hoping for people to experience?
Deborah- The great thing about the Makery experience is the diversity of artists that are joined together for a night of celebration of culture. I hope those who came enjoyed my menu, which I feel reflected my own background with influences from other cultures found throughout the city, and which I paired specifically with the equally diverse and complex wines of The Prisoner Wine Company.
Chrissy- We aim to offer each community with which we engage a completely new, authentic experience, brought to life by its local Makers. We ultimately hope that our guests leave with an appreciation for their local craftspeople, a sense of community and (hopefully) an affinity for wine!
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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The Prisoner's Miami Makery
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Luli Fama celebrates its Paradise Found Cruise ’27 swimwear and resortwear collection with a luxury Miami launch at its Dadeland Mall boutique.
August 20, 2026
Miami swimwear favorite Luli Fama is stepping into Cruise ’27 with Paradise Found, a new swimwear and resortwear collection inspired by tropical escapes, exotic prints and effortless vacation glamour.
South Florida Insider has already taken a closer look at the Luli Fama Paradise Found collection, and it feels made for Miami.
The new Cruise ’27 collection combines the bold, body-confident swimwear Luli Fama is known for with elevated resort pieces designed to move effortlessly from the beach and pool to cocktails and dinner.
On Thursday, August 20, Luli Fama will celebrate Paradise Found with an exclusive evening at its newest Dadeland Mall boutique in Miami, complete with fashion, light bites, personalized surprises, and a luxe espresso martini bar.
Inside Luli Fama’s Paradise Found Cruise ’27 Collection
Paradise Found is inspired by the feeling of discovering a hidden tropical retreat.
Think lush landscapes, warm golden hour light, exotic patterns, and silhouettes made for somewhere beautiful.
The collection features Luli Fama signatures, including flattering ruched details, seamless construction, adjustable fits, and statement swimwear, alongside an expanded selection of resortwear.
We especially love the pieces that blur the line between swim and ready-to-wear.
Flowing dresses, sleek coverups, and body-skimming silhouettes make it easy to transition from a sun-drenched afternoon to an evening out without losing that relaxed resort feeling.
It is sensual, polished, and unmistakably Miami.
Luli Fama Brings Luxury Resort Style to Miami
There is a reason Paradise Found feels so natural in South Florida.
In Miami, resortwear is not reserved for vacation.
A swimsuit can become part of an outfit. A coverup can take you to lunch. A flowing resort dress can carry you from an afternoon by the water straight into cocktails and dinner.
Luli Fama has always understood that lifestyle.
Paradise Found takes it a step further, creating a Cruise ’27 wardrobe that feels as appropriate for a tropical getaway as it does for a weekend in Miami.
The campaign captures that mood beautifully, pairing the collection with palms, lush greenery, tropical architecture and the kind of sun soaked setting that makes you want to extend your vacation indefinitely.
Paradise Found Comes to Luli Fama at Dadeland Mall
Luli Fama will bring the world of Paradise Found to life on Thursday, August 20 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at its newest boutique at Dadeland Mall in Miami.
The intimate celebration will bring together invited guests, influencers, celebrities and media for an early look at Cruise ’27.
Luli Fama is also dressing invited guests in pieces from the brand, allowing the new collection to be experienced the way it was designed to be worn: in motion, styled and out for the evening.
Luli After Hours Espresso Martini Bar
Fashion is only part of the experience.
For the Paradise Found celebration, Luli Fama is introducing Luli After Hours, an Espresso Martini Bar inspired by the glamour of the collection.
Guests will be able to sip three specialty espresso martinis created for the evening.
The Luli Babe puts a polished spin on the classic espresso martini, while Golden Hour pairs salted caramel with edible gold shimmer. Miami After Dark takes a richer approach with chocolate hazelnut and a cocoa dust finish.
Along with cocktails, guests can expect light bites, curated details and a special personalized surprise.
The result feels less like a traditional retail event and more like checking into a private resort for the evening.
A Miami Swimwear Brand Celebrates at Home
For a brand with such a strong connection to South Florida, launching Paradise Found in Miami feels especially fitting.
Luli Fama has built its identity around colorful, confident swimwear and resort fashion with a distinctly tropical point of view.
Paradise Found carries that identity into Cruise ’27 while giving it a more elevated, escapist mood.
And with Luli Fama’s newest boutique now at Dadeland Mall, Miami shoppers have another destination to experience the brand in person.
After getting our own closer look at Luli Fama’s Paradise Found Cruise ’27 collection, we can safely say the name fits.
Paradise has officially been found, and this time, it is in Miami.
Check out the collection HERE
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