Miami's Hidden Secrets

I had dinner at Lime Fresh in Midtown Wednesday night and as I walked to my car, I spotted the strangest convenience store, of sorts, right across the street from the restaurant.

It was an empty store front with three vending machines just four steps from the front door. It was midnight and Gilly's Snack Shack's door was unlocked.

I wonder what time it closes, if it ever does, but I thought it was pretty cute and convenient. If you're walking down the street and suddenly get thirsty, crave a snack or want some ice cream to cool off, Gilly's Snack Shack may be just what you were looking for.


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Sports-Filled Weekend

Nothing makes me smile on Sundays more than spending a weekend at sporting events.

Friday night, I cheered on as Miami's professional soccer team, Miami FC, played their second game of the season against Montreal Impact and won 2-1.

It was Miami FC's very first time playing at FIU stadium and they dominated; despite two injuries that required the player's be taken off the field by paramedics. They recovered quickly and were meeting and greeting at the autograph session after the game.

By the way, did you know that "soccer" is an English slang abbreviation of "association"?

From soccer to wake boarding and skateboarding.


Saturday morning was the third annual Board Up Miami, a pro wake boarding competition off the coast of Key Biscayne. Spectators sat along the beach and watched as the boats tugged the trick-filled wake boarders or stood around a makeshift half pipe and stairs with railings to watch the skateboarders and bmxers perform outrageous tricks. Performers such as Kyle Crossland and Araka performed throughout the event.

All in all, it was a very fun and entertaining weekend.

For more from Agustina Prigoshin, read her blog at www.agustinaprigoshin.com

New Contributor/Blogger

Wanted to take a moment to say hello to all our readers and introduce myself.

My name is Agustina and I'm excited to announce that I will be contributing to this already excellent blog.

I was born in Argentina and raised in Miami; I couldn't have picked a better city to grow up in.

In college, I started writing for the school newspaper and one of my first assignments was to write about things to do off campus. That's where I fell in love with Miami and everything it has to offer. Since then, I've worked for various newspapers and magazines, always trying to cover the fun, important and memorable events this beautiful city has hosted.

Always seeking the next big challenge, I moved from journalism to public relations and then to entrepreneurship, all while practicing and perfecting my favorite craft: writing.

I look forward to sharing my thoughts and experiences with everyone, as well as hearing your opinions.

This is bound to be a fun journey!

For more from Agustina Prigoshin, read her blog at www.agustinaprigoshin.com