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Encounters w/ Neiman Marcus Coral Gables — May 2009
1. Marysol Patton, Mari Alarcon Grimalt, Sheri Swerdlow, Designer Zac Posen,Stephen Brunelle, Julie Dill , Carolina Argiz & Evangeline Delgado 2. Ashley Turchin & Erin Newberg 3. Evangeline Delgado, Zac Posen & Carolina Argiz 4. Daisy Casuso & Cynthia Rodriguez 5. Carlo, Parmenter, & Shubin 6. Julie Dill, Lydia Touzet, Stephen Brunell, & Rubino 7. Marysol Patton & Jillian Sanz 8. Stephen Brunell & Zac Posen 9. Julie Dill & Lydia Touzet
Encounters w/ Dr. Raul E. Galliano — May 2009
1. Christine Galliano, Dr. Raul Galliano & Victor Galliano 2. Dr. Raul Galliano, Pilar & Aurelio Gabaldon 3. Maria Teresa Fernandez & Pedro Castillo 4. Ernesto & Veronica Peralta with Otto & Cristina de Cordoba 5. Dr.Miguel Suarez, Ana Maria Rabassa, Dr.Antonio Rabassa & Alicia Suarez 6. Enrique & Lucrecia Falla with Dr. Raul Galliano 7. Dr. Raul Galliano with sisters, Cuca & Lilia 8. Philippe Touret, Dr.Raul Galliano & Saskia Galliano-Touret with Tarina & Lily Touret 9.
Encounters w/ Tom & Norma Travis — May 2009
1. Norma Travis, Ana Somarriba & Daniel Gaviria 2. Ana Somarriba, Norma Travis, Amada Echeverria, Lala Isern 3. Arturo Frausto, Elsa Davo, Andreina & Fabio Mionbet 4. Barbara, Geoff, Angela, Norma, Tony, Tamara & Hydi 5. Arlette & Chris Fuentes 6. Gabriel & Julian Osorio 7. Al & Cindy D’Amico 8. Remy & Tiffany Colin
Encounters w/ Gastón Javier Sánchez and Liz Kidder — May 2009
1. Gaston Javier Sanchez, Liz Kidder, Marilyn & Willy Borroto 2. Jamie & Rafael Puga 3. Jenny & Pedro Reyes 4. Marilu & Hermes Estevez 5. Pedro & Diana Hernandez 6. Valeria & Otto Borroto 7. Roger & Elsie Kidder 8. Justin & Nicole Puente 9. Willy & Marilyn Borroto 10. Veronica Sanchez, Gaston Javier Sanchez & Liz Kidder 11. Fefita & Fernando Vidal 12. Yolanda Interian, Orgelia & Juan Alberto 13. Ana Paula, Andres & Cesar Hernandez 14. Monica & Jorge Luzarraga, Adelfa Acosta & Mario Ernesto Sanchez 15. Otto & Valeria Borroto & Pedro & Diana Hernandez
Encounters w/ Ana and Clay Tootle — May 2009
1. Ana & Clay Tootle 2. Lauren Batlle & Amy Easton 3. Brigitte Nachtigall, Florencia Godward & Mariana Tonarely 4. Luis & Gigi Guerra 5. Maria Patricia Somarriba & Diego Stecchi 6. Enrique & Astrid Falla 7. Juliette & Ruben Lesmes 8. Ana & Wayne Ramoski 9. Melissa Silva & Julie Islami 10. Beatriz & Michael Robelo 11. Elena Magolnick & Adriana Von Simson 12. Ana, Clay, Alexa, Patrick & Christian Tootle 13. Andrea Nachtigall & Alexandra Tamames 14. Arianna Arana & Yvette Broucek 15. Eugenia & Javier Estevez, Liliana Sanchez & Loles Cajiga 16. Ana Tootle, Maria Cluadia Dell’Oca, Maria Cruz Waterhouse & Martin Dell’Oca
Encounters w/ Marian & David Rocker — May 2009
1. Marian Rocker, Adrienne Arsht & David Rocker 2. Pam Kroh, Pilar Bosh, Terry Abondanato, Loretta Nunez, Kitty De Melo 3. Jerry Levine, Steve Liedman, Hal Gaffin 4. Marilyn Horowitz, Sandy Kasoff, Barbara Thrasher 5. John Richard and Adrienne Arsht 6. Stanley Baron, Harvey Rosenwasser, Shirley Vituli, Joe Schein 7. Bernie Horowitz, Ernie Thrasher 8. Iris Fisher, Janet Schein, Doris Baron 9. Sandy Kasoff, Ruth Rosenwasser, Flo Tallisman 10. Marian & David Rocker 11. Marty & Faye Cohen 12. Harvey Rosenwasser, Alan Vituli, Scott Kroh 13. Pilar Bosh, Shirley Vituli 14. Loretta Nunez, Kitty De Melo
Encounters w/ Key Biscayne Yacht Club — May 2009
1. Past Commodore I. Eduard London & both Flag & Squadron Officers 2. Fleet Captain Jaime Zambrano 3. Fleet Surgeon Dr. Tony Rabassa 4. Past Commodore I. Edward London & Commodore John Arnholt 5. Past Fleet Captain Monica Luzarraga receiving flag 6. Past Seabelle Captain Marilyn Borroto, Past Fleet Captain Monica Borroto & Past Fleet Surgeon Dr. Jorge Mendia 7. Past Seabelle Captains Elaine Melvin, Marilyn Borroto, Linda Manla, Jo Rice, Kay Rhew, Nelly Palmer & Seabelle Captain Maria Elena Bazan 8. Secretary Hortensia Hacker 9. Rear Commodore Mark E. Fried & Past Commodore Mort Fried 10. Vice Commodore Michael Rice
White Cosmo
Keep this Mother’s Day pure and simple with this sophisticated libation created especially for Key Biscayne’s stylish cosmopolitan moms. — Drink by Chef D. Chalaron
Frolic
Your guide to the best entertainment, shopping, dining, libations & relaxation in South Florida. — Text by David C. Cleland
paradise isle
Islamorada is a world within itself, located between the saltwater wilderness of Everglades National Park and North America’s only coral barrier reef in The Florida Keys. — Text by Jillian Lobato Photos courtesy of Hampton Inn & Suites, Islamorada
Cultural Cuisine
The menu at Eos in Brickell’s Viceroy Miami is a delicious microcosm of the diversity found throughout South Florida…and the menu offerings are sure to satiate even the most discerning global palate — drinks included! — Text by Jillian Lobato Photos courtesy of Eos
Super Parents!
For Barbara and Tino Peña, no two days are ever alike, and you couldn’t expect anything less from a couple that’s raising four small children while putting their medical degrees into practice — all the while making time for Broadway. That’s right…Broadway! — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos by Antonio Eli
Key Players
Meet the people who are shaping the future of the communities they live in while inspiring everyone they meet along the way. Though their stories are all different and their backgrounds, histories, hopes and dreams vary, the one thing each has in common is a passion for what they do and their ability to see past themselves for the benefit of others. In the following pages, you’ll meet this issue’s Key Players and get a brief glimpse into their lives. If you happen to run into one of them during your daily routine, take a moment to salute them. They’ve earned it.
The Luxe Life
This breathtaking and spacious home at The Ocean Club in Ocean Tower One Unit 402 is one of the largest apartments on the island and offers expansive views from every main room, ensuring you never forget you live in paradise. — Text by Achilles Stone Photos courtesy of Carlos Coto Realtor: Carlos Coto: 305.803.3059; [email protected]; Keybiscaynetoday.com
Mother Knows Best
We scoured the neighborhood to discover some of Key Biscayne’s most dynamic mothers. Although their backgrounds and life experiences differ, they do have one thing in common: an unfaltering dedication to their family. So join us as we tip our hat toward these world-class moms who masterfully balance every aspect of their lives with a finesse that is all their own. — Text: Jorge Arauz PhotoGraphy: Kate Benson Hair & Makeup: Trini Jewelry: sabbia The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne; Sabbia.com
Beat the Path
Ready for the most rugged roadtrip ever? The 2009 Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia will take you on the ride of your life on and...
Space-Age Pen
Stamping their innovative signature on their latest line, Montblanc’s StarWalker Black Mystery Pen is an enigma too complex for words — both written and...
For Pleat’s Sake
Gentlemen, pleats are back. Well, at least when it comes to dress slacks. More specifically, when it comes to dress slacks in various shades...
True Glow
We’ve all heard of the “pregnancy glow,” but those fluctuating hormones can do strange things — like make parts of you “GROW” in places...
Bathroom Fresh
No one needs to know when it’s time for #2 thanks to Poo-Pourri, the first and only product of its kind that stops bathroom...
Moms Rejoice!
Mother’s Day is here, and finding the perfect gift can be a little tricky. In this fast-paced world, it seems we have limited time to tell our mother’s just how much they mean to us. Over the years, mothers have taken on new roles in society, and therefore have to fill many shoes: the mother, the friend, the boss, the co-worker, and, of course, the woman. Life can be stressful, especially for a mom, so treat her to a gift that makes life a little easier — a great new look. Yes, even mother’s still like to turn a head or two!
Pampered Mother
Key Biscayne mommies looking for a day off this Mother’s Day can head over to The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne to experience some signature spa...
Of Moms & Pink Orchids
When we started selecting the mothers to feature in our first-ever Mother’s Day cover special this year, we were faced with the arduous task...
Friends Forever — April 2009
1. Rene and Blanca Eguiluz with Veronica Alvarez & Matthew Alvarado 2. Eric & Liliane Georges 3. Hilde & Magnus Wrahme 4. Sol & Mariano Grimaux 5. Juan Ramon & Elisa Pujol 6. Horacio & Betina Garderes 7. Carlo & Valentina Pozzali
Encounters w/ St. Agnes Parish — April 2009
1. Florencia Godward, Father Jose Hernando & Adriana Vonsimson 2. Sister Marie Angela & Brigitte Nachtigall 3. Amy & Ed Easton 4. Mary Joan Caycedo, Fr. Israel Mago & Mercy Rodriguez 5. Edgardo & Ana Cristina Defortuna 6. Maria Cruz Waterhouse, Silvia & Eduardo Pesci 7. Julio & Mercy Garcia 8. Milly Tonarely, Alfredo Hernandez, Olga Campano & Maria Isabel Carreras 9. Maricarmen & Chucky Campano 10. Mary Tague & Belen Alzuru 11. Alexandra Tamames & Sheela Batalha 12. Myra & Ed Stone with Cecile Sanchez 13. Vivian Macia, Elena Rodriguez & Ana Gloria Rivas-Vazquez 14. Adriana Spitale, Martin & Maria Claudia Dell’Oca 15. Lourdes Araujo, Sister Marie Angela & Lilliam Sanchez 16. Arlette & Chris Fuentes 17. Roger & Denise Duarte 18. Larry & Mary Radsville 19. Lauren & Carlos Batlle 20. Moira Gutierrez & Jazmin De La Lama 21. Angela & Eduardo Barco 22. Kathleen & Richard Johnson
Encounters w/ Corina Maddalozzo — April 2009
1. Luisa Guzman, Anthony Tamborino, Macarena Spitteler & Raymond Hawkins 2. Camila Basterrechea, Paul F. Bastardi, Paul Bodin & Sebastian Basterrechea 3. Leonore Schwerter with Alexander and Jennifer Macia 4. Naydu Commenoz & Corina Maddalozzo 5. Gisella & Dr. Juan Remos 6. Corina Maddalozzo, Dennis Fruitt & Stella Holmes 7. Maricela Blandon, Elena Botero, Adriana & Lucy Ospina 8. Ximena, Jorge & Gigi Antunez de Mayolo 9. Nicole Maddalozzo & Carmencita Lewis
Encounters w/ Glam Events, Inc., & Kierin’s Creations — April 2009
1. David Evensky, Harriet Carte, Councilman Williams, Commissioner Dede Weinhorn, Jairo Martinez, Pancara & Christina Lama 2. Eddie Cohen, Alex Cohen & Vilma Cohen 3. Frances Villagomez & Stacey Thomas 4. Gustavo Basulto, Ysset Boan, Alex Vizcaino 5. Pancara, David Evensky, Areca Whatmore & Timoteo Corelli 6. Virginia Sachs, Judi Pasternac, Barbara Moss & Dolly Santana 7. Harold Foster & David Evensky 8. Jairo Martinez & Heidi Graff 9. Ysset Boan, David Evensky & Christina Lama
Encounters w/ Magic of Learning — April 2009
1. Alexandra, Amarylli Fridegotto (Piano Concertist and Founder of the Key Biscayne Youth & Children Orchestra Program) & Monica Campana 2. Ariel, Francesca & Bobby 3. Elisa Braschi 4. Guadalupe & Alexandra Curtis 5. Horacio Ravera, Elsa Dominguez & Alcira Hernandez 6. Ines Maria Conceicao 7. Lilia & Ariel Oster 8. Luisa & Marcela Uribe 9. Monica Campana Saga & Isabella Hernandez 10. Isabella Hernandez 11. Olivia Duncan & Antonella Braschi
Encounters w/ Paola Guerra — April 2009
1. Carmen Velazquez & Paola Guerra 2. Eve Rosen & Yolanda Ayala 3. Michelle Pastor & Marta Olloqui 4. Brigitte Nachtigall & Elena Iturriaga 5. Elisa Gosselin & Darlene Perez 6. Rosa Chapur, Carmen Velazquez & Amada Echeverria 7. Rosa Chapur & Elena Iturriaga
Encounters w/ Marianne and Carlos Coto — April 2009
1. Carlos & Marianne Coto 2. Eberto Vitier & Larry Gainor 3. Ana Obregon & Ellie Goudie 4. Victor & Maria Elena Brandao 5. Patty & Bill Kleh 6. Miriam Lopez, Dori & Carlos Poveda 7. Maggie Roche & Lilliam Roche 8. Jene & Linda Kave & David & Abby Ross 9. Marilyn & Steve Liedman & Marie Santana 10. Abby Robinson, Tere Estrada & Ana Estrada 11. Ivette Barrios, Ana Obregon & Liz Godinez 12. Eva Gotlib & Betty Valencia 13. Marta & Oscar Stefanotti 14. Miriam & Mickey Lopez 15. Freddy, Gabriel & Tere Estrada 16. Alberto & Beba Ruiz 17. Rich Aldrich & Lorn Leitman 18. Howard & Diane Schilit 19. Jon Schwartz & Glorida Plaza 20. Maritza Minor & Claudine Coto
Encounters w/ Key Biscayne Brunch — April 2009
1. Syghi & Gigi Drassinower with Drs. Richard & Arlene Cardozo 2. Amy Sachs & Bridie Sachs 3. Norman & Sandra Shapiro with Anita Bender 4. Dr. Stanley & Harriet Hyman 5. Guest speaker Dr. Ellen Cannon & Major Gifts Chair Ruth Weiss 6. Honorary Chair Irving Kreisberg with Marilyn Kreisberg 7. Raelea Bobrow, Polly Fischer & Ruth Weiss
Citrus Sangria
Get your immune system pumping with this Vitamin C-packed traditional libation with a modern twist. — Drink by Chef D. Chalaron
Frolic
Your guide to the best entertainment, shopping, dining, libations & relaxation in South Florida. — Text by Blue Arauz
ONCE Upon A Sunshine State
If you’re tired of the same old boating excursions right off the shores of Key Biscayne, consider venturing out to explore some of these off-the-beaten-path destinations throughout the Sunshine State. We can’t guarantee you won’t get sunburnt, but we can promise you’ll have a good time. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Florida Tourism
A Community for Life
If you’re looking to settle down outside the Sunshine State, or are in the market for a second, third, fourth or vacation home, you may want to look toward the Lone Star State for some world-class residential offerings at West Fork. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of R3 International Realty & Houston.org
Face First
If you want to face the world with a fresher, younger-looking you via the most advanced, affordable and effective technologies and techniques on the market, a consultation with Dr. John J. Martin, Jr., may be in order. — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos by Antonio Eli
Say Cheese!
The only thing cheesy about Joseph Pollio, Jr., is his passion for the Polly-O family business he helmed for a quarter-century before selling the brand to Kraft and eventually moving to Key Biscayne to enjoy another white-yellow staple of life: The sun. — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos by Antonio Eli
Key Players
Meet the people who are shaping the future of the communities they live in while inspiring everyone they meet along the way. Though their stories are all different and their backgrounds, histories, hopes and dreams vary, the one thing each has in common is a passion for what they do and their ability to see past themselves for the benefit of others. In the following pages, you’ll meet this issue’s Key Players and get a brief glimpse into their lives. If you happen to run into one of them during your daily routine, take a moment to salute them. They’ve earned it.







































