The Rider Cafe at Superblue Miami
In celebration of Yinka's installation at Scope Art Fair (December 2024), we present Yinka's guide to the hottest spots of Miami.
Where to stay
MIAMI BEACH EDITION
A cool space, well-located and all of the rooms happen to include a Beats Pill Bluetooth speaker so guests can listen to their favourite playlists.
SOHO BEACH HOUSE
Located on Mid-beach. It’s one of their more vibrant houses and has an incredible art collection. You don’t need to be a member to stay here, but if you are, they offer reduced rates.
1 HOTEL
With a gorgeous outdoor space, located on South Beach, 1 Hotel offers a really ‘zen’ and relaxed atmosphere – with rooms feeling like an escape from the city. Another highlight is the food, which consists of Latin American and Asian fusion cuisine.
Where to eat and drink
MILA
Luxe interiors and open-air rooftop designed by Lazaro Rosa-Violan. The multi-level restaurant is known for its cocktails – often personalised based on diners requests – and offers a fusion of Mediterranean and Asian cuisines.
TÂM TÂM
Vietnamese cuisine located in Downtown Miami – a small restaurant that’s full of character. The wings are rumoured to be truly exceptional!
COYO TACO
With a hidden backroom bar, this place is great for authentic Mexican food and located in the Wynwood Arts District, Miami. It has a really fun atmosphere, with locally sourced meat and seafood. Aguas frescas and margaritas are made from scratch, staying true to their philosophy of ‘todo fresco’ or ‘everything fresh’.
KLAW
Has the options of waterfront or rooftop views, in a historical building overlooking Biscayne Bay. Their food is sustainably sourced, and the seafood is delicious.
JOLENE SOUND ROOM
Located in an art deco building, with delicious cocktails inspired by Dolly Parton, it showcases the best of local music culture.
THE SHRINE AT RED ROOSTER
A great place to go on a Saturday night – for its Afrobeat sounds, amapiano and Caribbean Culture.
BLUE RIDER CAFE
Yinka designed the Kaleidoscopic interiors – paying homage to the city’s local heritage through brightly hued pieces reminiscent of West-Africa’s vibrant textiles. It’s a joyful and uplifting space.
HAPPY PLACE DONUTS
Colourful, delicious treats which you can watch being baked.
What to see
SCOPE ART SHOW
Located near the Main Stage, you can see Yinka’s "Lift Me Higher With Joy", a welcoming, interactive seating installation. Channeling the energy of collaborative family game nights, this work revolves around the uplifting power of community and invites visitors to pass on words of affirmation. Just beyond is "Shrine of Affirmations", which nurtures a sense of belonging, merging art, nature, and positive energy. Dec 3rd - 8th 2024.
INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART, MIAMI
Alex Gartenfeld is known for bringing in some of the world’s most forward-thinking contemporary artists and groundbreaking works.
PEREZ ART MUSEUM
Houses incredible works by important Latin American artists including José Bedia and Beatriz González.
WYNWOOD WALLS
The industrial buildings provide an incredible canvas for the best graffiti artists. It’s a sensorial and dynamic space to walk around and is publicly accessible.
BASS MUSEUM OF ART
Engaging and educational – this is a museum that presents contemporary art with a distinct immediacy since it was founded in 1963.
TASCHEN
A playful, colourful store displaying great coffee-table books on all things art, culture, fashion, photography, film and more.
MIAMI DESIGN DISTRICT
Amazing, innovative architecture and where the Institute of Contemporary Art is located. Other galleries include, Galeries Bartoux Miami and The Moore – a historic venue hosting events and exhibitions. Be sure to check out the MIA Market Food Hall for great chef-driven vendors.
