Another Day in Paradise (Click to add comment)

This is the longest string of great weather in Miami Beach I can remember in a very long time. Consecutive days of crystal clear, cloudless blue skies with perfect humidity and the clear water of the Atlantic beckoning. I am thankful every day I am privileged to be here experiencing this gift.

For those that want to come down, it's not too late to enjoy the best part of the year. And to help entice you a bit more, here are some noteworthy events going on in the Month of May:

Biltmore International Food & Wine Weekend

Starting the last weekend in April, this gourmet food and wine weekend features more than 30 global wineries and top restaurants, combining an auction, gala dinner and show with other interactive events. Call (305) 445-8066 for more information.

Miami Fashion Week of the Americas

Presenting dozens of designers from throughout Latin America, Asia, Europe, the Caribbean, and elsewhere, Miami Fashion Week of the Americas unfolds under a fashion tent at 21st and Collins on Miami Beach. Awards include Designers Choice, Pret-A-Porter Style, and Excellence in Evening Wear. Call (305) 662-0775 for more information.

CityStyle

Also under the fashion tent immediately following Fashion Week of the Americas, CityStyle -- a hot sister event -- spotlights designers, manufacturers, retails and innovaters creating buzz. Designers slated include names like Sean John Collection, Taylor and Madison, Johnny Handsome / Johnny Girl, Mia Shvili, Apple Bottoms, and Reebok. Call (305) 662-0775 for more information.

Easter Seals Festival of Chefs

Easter Seals Miami-Dade’s Festival of Chefs tantalizes as a culinary extravaganza featuring nearly two dozen area chefs, plus television personalities, authors, and more, combining with a live auction, raffle prizes, and talent from Easter Seals’ Culinary Arts Education & Training Program. Call (305) 547-4713 for more information.

Great Sunrise Balloon Race

Hot air balloons take to the skies for a colorful race from Kendall-Tamiami Executive Airport. Call (305) 596-9040 for more information.