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We tried the Golden Glizzy, the Miami Open's $100 caviar-topped hot dog

The specialty dog will be available only at the Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Garden.

Food and Drink

<figure><img alt="A moving image of someone adding gold flakes to a hotdog topped with caviar. " height="450" id="757c3231-c116-449e-80e2-468c1c7e58a6" src="https://images.axios.com/7bnpjeLPaylhw1X-TRZPvPxVqeM=/2026/03/05/1772746404214.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>The final step is the gold flakes. Photo: Sommer Brugal/Axios</figcaption></figure>The last time I had a hot dog, it cost $1.50 and I was sitting in a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Costco" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/12/11/costco-stock-earnings-tariff-lawsuit" data-vars-content-id="543ce521-2c1b-4231-9034-77dd30e87627" data-vars-headline="We tried the Golden Glizzy, the Miami Open&#x27;s $100 caviar-topped hot dog" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/12/11/costco-stock-earnings-tariff-lawsuit" target="_self">Costco</a> food court.<ul><li>Proof that life comes at you fast: Yesterday, I tried the $100 Golden Glizzy, the Australian Wagyu hot dog topped with an entire tin of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Golden Goat Caviar" data-vars-click-url="https://goldengoatcaviar.com/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23182217029&amp;gbraid=0AAAAA97IW70VRmuU6W8cXcOIp7K2C-0wi&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiA8KTNBhD_ARIsAOvp6DIP4QH3YFXX1LCj3MgUPeXqIusPxW2_rTpnS8qd_UmvJ4x0IefJj6AaAhwAEALw_wcB" data-vars-content-id="543ce521-2c1b-4231-9034-77dd30e87627" data-vars-headline="We tried the Golden Glizzy, the Miami Open&#x27;s $100 caviar-topped hot dog" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://goldengoatcaviar.com/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23182217029&amp;gbraid=0AAAAA97IW70VRmuU6W8cXcOIp7K2C-0wi&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiA8KTNBhD_ARIsAOvp6DIP4QH3YFXX1LCj3MgUPeXqIusPxW2_rTpnS8qd_UmvJ4x0IefJj6AaAhwAEALw_wcB" target="_blank">Golden Goat Caviar</a> and a sprinkling of gold flakes.</li></ul>Why it matters: This thing costs $100! It&#x27;s food made with actual gold. Rick Ross<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" gave his stamp of approval" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DU_fJFJCSYn/?hl=en" data-vars-content-id="543ce521-2c1b-4231-9034-77dd30e87627" data-vars-headline="We tried the Golden Glizzy, the Miami Open&#x27;s $100 caviar-topped hot dog" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DU_fJFJCSYn/?hl=en" target="_blank"> gave his stamp of approval</a>! And the internet-famous specialty dog will be available only at the Miami Open&#x27;s Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Garden.<ul><li>And yet!</li></ul>

Dan Marino is Miami's sports GOAT, Axios readers say

Marino beat Dwyane Wade in the final round of our bracket.

Sports

There you have it, folks: Dan Marino is Miami&#x27;s sports GOAT — but just barely, according to you, our readers. Why it matters: The nine-time Pro Bowler edged out one of the most beloved Heat players of all time, Dwyane Wade, garnering 55% of the vote in the final round of our 16-athlete bracket.

From R House to "Drag Race": Athena Dion elevates Miami drag

The longtime Miami performer was eliminated from "RuPaul's Drag Race" last week.

Culture

Miami&#x27;s drag mother, Athena Dion, was eliminated from Season 18 of &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="RuPaul&#x27;s Drag Race" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2025/12/11/rupaul-drag-race-season-18-exhibit-briar-blush-nini-coco" data-vars-content-id="97d96540-d869-4ccd-9565-d86be1bef726" data-vars-headline="From R House to &quot;Drag Race&quot;: Athena Dion elevates Miami drag" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2025/12/11/rupaul-drag-race-season-18-exhibit-briar-blush-nini-coco" target="_self">RuPaul&#x27;s Drag Race</a>,&quot; but not before making a huge mark on the show.The big picture: Thanks to two popular Magic City queens, Athena Dion and Juicy Love Dion, the Miami drag scene has been a focal point this season.<ul><li>Athena is known as the &quot;Greek Goddess&quot; of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="R House Wynwood" data-vars-click-url="https://www.rhousewynwood.com/" data-vars-content-id="97d96540-d869-4ccd-9565-d86be1bef726" data-vars-headline="From R House to &quot;Drag Race&quot;: Athena Dion elevates Miami drag" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.rhousewynwood.com/" target="_blank">R House Wynwood</a>, where she has hosted shows and brunches for several years.</li></ul>

Here's what World Cup fans may pay for an Airbnb in Miami

Airbnb hosts could be making bank this World Cup.

Business

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="FIFA World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/08/15/miami-world-cup-taxpayer-costs-public-funding" data-vars-content-id="f650aa90-984a-4117-968b-bd9cf4fa0a00" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s what World Cup fans may pay for an Airbnb in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/08/15/miami-world-cup-taxpayer-costs-public-funding" target="_self">FIFA World Cup</a> is less than 100 days away, and it&#x27;s estimated that South Florida will receive tens of thousands of tourists this summer. Where will they stay?<ul><li>Airbnb — a sponsor of the soccer tournament — is hoping to capitalize on increased demand by recruiting new hosts to take in soccer fans.</li></ul>Why it matters: Businesses, tourism officials and local governments subsidizing the World Cup hope it <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="boosts the economy" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/10/31/world-cup-economic-impact-miami" data-vars-content-id="f650aa90-984a-4117-968b-bd9cf4fa0a00" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s what World Cup fans may pay for an Airbnb in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/10/31/world-cup-economic-impact-miami" target="_self">boosts the economy</a>, though some experts are skeptical about FIFA&#x27;s lofty projections.

"I do" with just a few. Micro weddings grow in popularity

Micro weddings are half the cost (or less) of traditional weddings.

Dating

When my wife and I got married in 2021, we had an intimate, standing-only ceremony at a North Miami-Dade park we got to use for free.<ul><li>Four years later, we&#x27;re planning a more formal wedding celebration in Spain, though we&#x27;re keeping the guest list lean and trying to stay within budget.</li></ul>Why it matters: Some couples are <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="skipping big weddings" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/29/small-wedding-price-benefits" data-vars-content-id="bc6b6b98-a9b8-4f36-87c9-d65017aeff6d" data-vars-headline="&quot;I do&quot; with just a few. Micro weddings grow in popularity" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/29/small-wedding-price-benefits" target="_self">skipping big weddings</a> to save money and throw a more intimate gathering.<ul><li>The average guest count nationwide was 131 in 2024, down from 184 in 2006, according to data shared with Axios by The Wedding Report.</li><li>And smaller celebrations, those with 50 guests or fewer, made up 18% of nuptials last year, compared to 10% in 2013, per the research company.</li></ul>What we&#x27;re hearing: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Courthouse" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/06/style/courthouse-wedding-ceremonies.html" data-vars-content-id="bc6b6b98-a9b8-4f36-87c9-d65017aeff6d" data-vars-headline="&quot;I do&quot; with just a few. Micro weddings grow in popularity" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/06/style/courthouse-wedding-ceremonies.html" target="_blank">Courthouse</a> ceremonies and parties in cozy restaurants or backyards let couples spend more time with loved ones.<ul><li>Downsizing can also limit <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="stress" data-vars-click-url="https://www.zola.com/expert-advice/micro-weddings" data-vars-content-id="bc6b6b98-a9b8-4f36-87c9-d65017aeff6d" data-vars-headline="&quot;I do&quot; with just a few. Micro weddings grow in popularity" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.zola.com/expert-advice/micro-weddings" target="_blank">stress</a>, plus free up cash for that open bar or slick DJ.</li></ul>Between the lines: While certain people &quot;just like low-key events,&quot; many go smaller to spend less, Shane McMurray, CEO of The Wedding Report, told Axios.<ul><li>Cutting the guest list is the best way to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="save" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/06/couples-are-having-micro-weddings-as-average-cost-now-over-30000.html" data-vars-content-id="bc6b6b98-a9b8-4f36-87c9-d65017aeff6d" data-vars-headline="&quot;I do&quot; with just a few. Micro weddings grow in popularity" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/06/couples-are-having-micro-weddings-as-average-cost-now-over-30000.html" target="_blank">save</a>, with prices for meals, venues, invitations and more usually based on headcount.</li><li>Pros estimate micro weddings can cost <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="over 50% less" data-vars-click-url="https://www.brides.com/story/how-to-throw-a-microwedding" data-vars-content-id="bc6b6b98-a9b8-4f36-87c9-d65017aeff6d" data-vars-headline="&quot;I do&quot; with just a few. Micro weddings grow in popularity" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-to-throw-a-microwedding" target="_blank">over 50% less</a> than traditional ones.</li></ul>Axios&#x27; Sami Sparber contributed reporting

Netflix's dating show "Love is Blind" now casting in Miami

The goal: Fall in love and get engaged without seeing your partner.

Things to Do

&quot;Love is Blind,&quot; the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="popular Netflix reality dating show" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/03/26/charlotte-love-is-blind-most-popular-season" data-vars-content-id="58692b84-40a7-4631-a085-e540df3c66fa" data-vars-headline="Netflix&#x27;s dating show &quot;Love is Blind&quot; now casting in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/03/26/charlotte-love-is-blind-most-popular-season" target="_self">popular Netflix reality dating show</a> and social experiment, is now casting in Miami, according to a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="post" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/C-AzYVfJ4T_/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D&amp;img_index=4" data-vars-content-id="58692b84-40a7-4631-a085-e540df3c66fa" data-vars-headline="Netflix&#x27;s dating show &quot;Love is Blind&quot; now casting in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C-AzYVfJ4T_/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D&amp;img_index=4" target="_blank">post</a> by its production company Kinetic Content.Why it matters: If Miami is picked for a season, we&#x27;ll be treated to lots of entertaining internet gossip as 30 lucky contestants become local celebrities.

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