Saturday night out

I demand at least one night a MONTH out of my reclusive boyfriend to go out on an official "date night". I mean we are a "couple" and this is what "couples" do. After arriving at The Cheesecake Factory in Dadeland Mall, we found a line of people that extended beyond the exit. They were all waiting to get one of those "vibrators" that lets you know your ready to be seated. So we made a quick 180 for the parking lot an decided to head for the ever evolving South Miami "district".

I like to call it a "district" because South Miami Has become a neighborhood full of entertainment. Unlike the seedy South Beach, or the even seedier and nearly abandoned Coconut Grove, South Miami is turning into quite a gem for "Miamians". Finally, a piece of Miami where we can walk around to dine, shop, dance, drink, watch a movie or even spend a fortune on fancy bowling!

The highlight of our evening was stopping by the brand new and very "hip" Cavas Wine Room. This place is fantastic. I feel like I'm saying this a lot but, FINALLY! A place we can actually have a drink, lounge, and actually be able to talk. No loud music, no darts, no seedy bar. And the best part about it? It's economically friendly!

Here is how it works. Selected wines are available for tasting through electronic fountains. Each tasting depends on the amount you choose to taste, and ranges from $1.10 to $20 a taste! Cavas gives you a pre-paid card, of any amount you like. The card itself costs $2.50 (but you can keep it, it never expires) We chose $20 to fund our wine fest and it was definitely enough for us to have a good taste of different wines without getting drunk.

Overall it was a fun and relaxing experience. Definitely a repeat, maybe next time our friends can join us! :)