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SAVOR SoFLO Festival is a Culinary Extravaganza on Hollywood Beach

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From Oceanfront Tastings to Interactive Culinary Showdowns: SAVOR SoFLO Festival Transforms Hollywood Beach into a Culinary Wonderland, Showcasing the Best of South Florida’s Cuisine, Libations and Sustainable Practices!

April 7th, 2024

The fourth annual SAVOR SoFLO Festival returned to Hollywood Beach on April 6-7, presented by Publix and the City of Hollywood, was a beachside culinary event that delighted all with tantalizing food and drinks, lively music and cooking demonstrations.

Set against the amazing backdrop of Hollywood Beach and located behind the well-known Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort, SAVOR SoFLO provided an unmatched culinary experience. The festival, which took up over 25,000 square feet of beachfront space and featured two grand tents, celebrated the best of South Florida’s culinary and hospitality worlds.

Guests were treated to tastings from a variety of chefs, restaurants, wines, brewers and spirits companies. The festival’s highlight was the interactive culinary demos on the San Pellegrino culinary Stage and the Charcuterie Extravaganza at the Publix, Boars Head, and Josh Wines tasting pavilions, added an extra layer of excitement to the event.

Food Network champions Chef Rosana Rivera and Chef Ricardo Castro (The Chef & The Baker) further elevated the gastronomic experience. 

The festival had some well-known brands such as Boar’s Head, Bobo’s, Patron, Jolly Time, San Pellegrino, Bacardi and Hennessy and brands that are worth mentioning such as Goodles, Proud Source Spring Water, Ghost Tequila, Grey Whale Gin, Uncle Nearest, Redemption Rye Whiskey, Pulpoloco Sangria  North Italia, Diplomat Prime, and C.L.A.S.S.Soirée Steakhouse.

SAVOR SoFLO not only delighted food enthusiasts, wine connoisseurs and craft beer lovers, but also contributed to a noble cause. A portion of the proceeds benefited local South Florida breast cancer patients through the Glam-A-THON breast cancer charity.

In alignment with the City of Hollywood’s sustainability efforts, the festival and all participating vendors utilized compostable or biodegradable materials to reduce environmental impact, keeping Hollywood Beach clean. Proud Source water, packaged in recyclable aluminum cans, was served throughout the weekend, further emphasizing the commitment to sustainability.

For those who missed this year’s festivities, SAVOR SoFLO teased the launch of a third festival in 2025, promising even more culinary delights to come. Follow SAVOR SoFLO on Instagram @savorsoflo for the latest updates and exciting news about future events.

The 2024 SAVOR SoFLO Festival was a resounding success, cementing its status as a must-attend event on the local culinary calendar. With its unbeatable combination of delicious food, refreshing drinks, lively entertainment, and commitment to sustainability and charity, this festival truly had something for everyone. Mark your calendars for next year’s edition—you won’t want to miss it!

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A Mother’s Day Escape with Gale Force Flavor

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Gale Miami Pairs Skyline Views, Serene Spa Moments and Casa Gianna’s Italian Comfort for a Downtown Mother’s Day Escape.

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Morikami Turns Mother’s Day into Lasting Memories

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Morikami Serves a Mother’s Day Worth Savoring with Garden Views, Homemade Flavor and Heart.
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Inside Tequila Town Where Culture and Cocktails Collide

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No Chaser Needed as Tequila Town Delivers Straight Shots of Culture, Connection and Cocktails With a Kick in Miami.
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Beach Bites and Breezy Sips at SAVOR SoFLO

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Sips, Sand and Small Bites Set the Tone as SAVOR SoFLO Festival Serves Up a Beachside Tease of What Could Grow Into Something Bigger. (more…)

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Simple Joys and Sweet Treats at SoFlo Watermelon Festival

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A Day of Bounce Houses, Pig Shows and Juicy Bites as SoFlo Watermelon Festival Brings Out the Kid in Everyone.
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Blades, Buzz and Bibbidi-Bobbidi Brilliance as Disney on Ice Skates Back into South Florida

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Be Our Guest, Then Hold On Tight as Disney on Ice Sends Pirates, Pixie Dust and Power Moves Flying Across the Ice at Watsco Center April 16th–19th. (more…)

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Inside Palace Bar’s Haus of Gucci Ball

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Between flying queens, strong pours, and a room full of Pride week energy, Palace turned Friday night into one of the hottest parties on Ocean Drive.


April 11, 2026

During Miami Beach Pride Week, plenty of venues try to capture the moment, but Palace Bar made Friday night feel like the place everyone wanted to be. The Haus of Gucci Ball brought together drag, fashion, nightlife, and the kind of high energy crowd that made the whole evening feel elevated from the start.

The atmosphere hit immediately. Palace was glowing, the music kept the room alive, and the crowd was fully locked in. It felt vibrant, glamorous, and very Miami Beach. More than just a dinner outing, the night unfolded like a full Pride experience on Ocean Drive.

The clear highlight was a queen whose acrobatic performance completely took over the room. She moved with an incredible mix of strength, control, and confidence, turning the floor into her stage and delivering a routine that felt both dazzling and deeply seductive. At one point, she was flipping around on a man with such effortless precision that the whole crowd seemed to stop at once. It was captivating, sexy, and easily one of the most memorable moments of the night.

The food and drinks absolutely kept up. We had the filet bites and tuna tostones, both perfect for sharing between performances, along with skinny margaritas and lemon drops that were dangerously easy to drink. And yes, Palace was pouring strong, which only added to the fun. The cocktails matched the mood of the night perfectly: bold, smooth, and hard to stop ordering.

What makes Palace Bar work so well during Miami Beach Pride is that the energy never drops. The performers are not just part of the background. They pull the whole room in. The crowd responds, the music keeps moving, and the night keeps building. That kind of momentum is exactly what makes an event feel worth showing up for.

 

The Haus of Gucci Ball was one part of Palace Bar’s larger Miami Beach Pride Week programming, which has helped make the venue one of the biggest draws on Ocean Drive this week. With events spanning multiple days, Palace has become a go to destination for people looking for drag performances, nightlife, rooftop energy, DJs, and a crowd that wants to celebrate Pride in full.

That is what makes Palace such a fixture during Miami Beach Pride Week. It is not just about location or history. It is about creating nights that actually feel exciting once you are there. Friday night’s Haus of Gucci Ball had the glamour, the chemistry, the performances, and the kind of atmosphere that kept people fully engaged from beginning to end.

If you were at Palace Bar on Friday night, you already know how good it was. If you missed it, this was one of those Miami Beach Pride nights worth hearing about.

Ready for your next night at Palace? Visit Palace South Beach for reservations, menus, and upcoming events, and follow Palace on Instagram for the latest drag shows, Pride weekend moments, and Ocean Drive updates.

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