The 43-year old Miami Beach resident and Harvard alum is a modern-day renaissance man. Tommy Kato is known for many accomplishments, including developing commercial properties for Fortune 100 companies, becoming Founder & CEO of global credit card processing company Merchant Hub, playing worldwide exhibition polo and backing children’s charities. Find out the inside scoop on his Haute Secrets to Miami:
Where were you born: Michigan
How long in Miami: 10 years
Neighborhood: South Beach
Occupation: Real Estate
Favorite Restaurant: Estiatorio Milos
Best Sushi: Nobu
Best Italian: Via Verdi or Cipriani—casual and fine
Best dessert: Carrot Cake
Best place for a romantic date: The garden at Casa Tua
Best Sunday brunch: Soho House
Best place for a power business meeting: My board room
If you have out of town guests, which hotel would you recommend? Faena Hotel
Favorite shopping venue/boutique: Tom Ford
Favorite place to buy jewelry/watches: Patek Philippe
Best Spa: Faena Hotel’s Tierra Santa Healing Spa
Favorite Cultural Event: Art Basel
Favorite Cultural Institution: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
Best Steakhouse: Red Steakhouse
Best Pizza: Mister 01
Best Lunch: Patio at the Continuum
Best Gym/Athletic Facility: Anatomy at 1220
Best Massage: Private at home
Best Limousine/Driving Service: Private Driver
Best Museum/Exhibit: Gary Nader Art Centre
Describe your city in three words: Living in neverland
Favorite historic/legendary place to see or explore: Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
All-around favorite spot in Miami: The beach
Best Aspect of Miami: Lifestyle
