Babcock Ranch is a “new town” development taking shape in Southwest Florida. At full buildout, the venture will span 18,000 acres and yield more than 19,500 homes. Now, Florida YIMBY has learned of an exciting development regarding this massive venture.
Miami is poised to further cement its reputation as an international hub for culinary innovation and vibrant nightlife by introducing Villa One Tequila Gardens at Miami Worldcenter, the $6 billion mixed-use behemoth revitalizing the city’s urban core. Co-founded by Nick Jonas and menswear designer John Varvatos, Villa One Tequila promises to bring Mexico’s finest tequila and mezcal offerings to the heart of Downtown Miami, coupled with Baja-style Mexican cuisine, creating an exotic escape for locals and visitors alike.
The end of 2023 could see the completion of Central Park Food Hall, a five-story venture in St. Petersburg, FL. Construction on the 27,700-square-foot development started in November 2021. Initially, the project was to measure three stories, slated to finish construction in 2022.
With a Michelin Star under his belt for his highly acclaimed restaurant Ariete, Chef Michael Beltran and his team at Ariete Hospitality Group (AHG) bring another stellar concept to Miami’s lineup of remarkable dining and drinking spots. Brasserie Laurel will deliver upscale French-inspired Miami cuisine to Miami Worldcenter in Downtown Miami. Set to open to the public on November 28, 2022, Brasserie Laurel will focus on local, seasonal ingredients and provide a wide array of table-side services for some of their signature dishes. The quality of food preparation and service will be at the levels of Ariete; it is no secret that the drive is to deliver world-class hospitality and maintain the highest standards.
Applications have been submitted to the Miami-Dade County Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources seeking the approval for the development of a Dairy Queen Grill & Chill. Designed by URBN Design and developed by Naranja 5 LLC, the property is addressed as 26750 South Dixie Highway, near the intersection with SW 168th Street in Naranja. The proposal calls for the construction of a 2,780-square-foot commercial building with a drive-thru on a 0.84-acre parcel of land.