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Karen Escalera

  • Founder and Editor, MiamiCurated
  • President and Chief Strategist, KWE Partners
As seen in: MiamiCurated, Digital Journal, NewsBreak, Financial Content, Minyanville, Antelope Valley Press, CRWE World, The Antlers American

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Karen Escalera’s Biography

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Food worth the calories (WTC), stylish fashion with flair, world-class culture and entertainment in Miami, beauty, plus tips on whatever exudes fabulosity. Welcome to my blog! My training to be picky was cultivated through a long career in luxury travel and the good fortune to represent and experience many of the finest hotels, cruise lines, and travel destinations in the world. (I share travel tips as well)

While living in New York City I was one of those quintessential New Yorkers who pas…

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Where Chic Meets Flavor: Septimo & Nuna at Four Seasons Miami

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By Karen Escalera
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Septimo at the Four Seasons Miami What are the best bars in Miami? Of course it depends on your criteria which could be many. To me a “best bar” is classy, chic, and with some glamour, great service and special touches I dub “amenities”. It’s the kind of bar you find in some of the world’s finest landmark hotels. I’ve just found my favorite in Miami, Septimo at the Four Seasons Miami that has a lovely restaurant, Nuna,  as well with some exciting dishes.
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Best Miami Scenic Drives and Walks – Part 1

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By Karen Escalera
| MiamiCurated
Morningside Park is featured in Great Runs, a guide for runners to the best spots around the world Feeling cooped up? Check out part 1 in a three part series on Miami scenic drives and walks, places ripe for exploring and welcome eye candy. Plus, one of these suggestions is featured in the publication Great Runs for their trails and views. You’ll also read about nearby places to grab a bite after the visual adventure on these best scenic drives in Miami.
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Maple & Ash’s Miami Spice 2026, A Decadent Reservation

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By Karen Escalera
| MiamiCurated
Maple and Ash Miami is luxe—from the stewardship of its two-star Michelin chef/partner Danny Grant and the contemporary-meets-Old World décor, to the rich ingredients in its menus and very professional service. No surprise then that its Miami Spice 2026 dinner menu would be anything less than a feast with its WOW signature dishes plus a complimentary wine sampling. And if you really want to go all out, you can have an after dinner drink in its glamorous speakeasy the Studio.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Freelance for Boston Globe and Chicago Tribune, also worked on an industry magazine.

What does it mean to be a journalist?

I take my responsibility seriously -- to do my homework, speak with my voice, and be accurate.

What's your favorite social network?

Twitter