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1. Alex Godwin-Brown, Marilyn Hoyos, Natalie Wills 2. Catalina Martinez, Carmin Casadella, Alex Godwin-Brown 3. Johanna Cure, Ana Claudia Negri, Alan Goldberg, Isa Zapata 4. Michelle Allen and Christiane Allen 5. Oswaldo & Claudia Negri 6. Olga Monson, Daiana Quiceno, Heidi Verdezoto, Floralba Nunez, Enrique Madrinan 7. Tracy Koço, Chef Christopher Robert, Cansu Mihci, Betty De Aragon 8. Daiana Quiceno, Catalina Martinez, Damian Silvi, Ena Espino Pereda, Olga Monson 9. Constanza Blousson, Arlene Armenteros, Analisa Grimaldi 10. Eva Garzón, Pilar Caurin 11. Catalina Martinez, Damian Silvi, Ena Espino Pereda 12. Mitzi Mitchell Burns, Krystal Garcia, Kristina Younger

Chefs are trained to impress diners with visuals, utilizing shape, texture, color, aroma, architecture and balance to create irresistible plates. Read on to discover a few of their best-kept secrets. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Step it up for the launch of the art & social season with essential, colorful and modern looks sure to rival even the most breathtaking masterpiece you encounter.

1. Mayra Peña Lindsay, Mary Tague 2. Valentina Gutierrez, Gaby Fernandez 3. Michelle Camps, Mary Tague, William Christie 4. Andrea, Mia & Allan Marroquin 5. Erica & Felipe Bastos 6. Indra Bellamy, Isabella Bellamy, Indra Arango Bellamy

1. Alberto & Nicolle Peralta Ramos, Ursula Barrantes, Valeria Abramovich 2. Tulin, Cesar & Daniela Hernandez 3. Ursula Barrantes, Monica, Carla & Matias DeFortuna 4. Catalina Tarafa, Alexandra & Lucero Barrantes, Luna Aristizabal 5. Natalia Abramenuch, Emilia Tarafa, Daniella Londono 6. Diego Gourderos, Chiara Sensi Contugi, Nicolle & Alberto Peralta Ramos 7. Ignacio & Gianna Martinez 8. Steven Aitkenhead, Paola Marulanda 9. Jaime Perez, Natali Ducet, Fabiola Velez 10. Margaret, Alfonso, Carola, Gonzalo, Mario Barrantes 11. Patricia Schenone, Giriacon Montoro

1. Amy Zambrano, Paola Padovan 2. Allison Eng-Perez, Carole Stein, Debbie Alexandro, Ana Gloria Rivas-Vazquez 3. Ana Zelaya, Liliana Alvarez, Anamarie Moreiras 4. Claire London, Amy Easton, Paige Latterner 5. Christine Svendsen, Horacio Ravera, Elsa Ravera, Mayra Mesa 6. Jennifer Earle, Yvette Broucek, Alison Pearson, Marisa Dwyer 7. Coral Oberer, Cathleen Lamar 8. Natalie & Jackie Estrella 9. Paulette Monserrate, Ana Somarriba 10. Winnie Pritchett, Brian Lynch, Lauren Batlle 11. Wesley Pritchett, Emily Katz 12. Susan Joch, Jill Stephens, Leno Weber

1. Linda Chehab, Silvia Bermudes, Vivian Galego-Mendez 2. Frederique LeForestier, Victoria De Giraldo 3. Hilse Martin, Edward Crews 4. Niarina Velazquez, Milagos Beem, Vivian Galego-Mendez 5. Martha Garcia, Elizabeth Lindgren 6. Janeth Alvarez, Angela Podolla 7. Marla Rivas Patti, Libsen Rodriguez Gabaldon 8. Ifigenia Gonzalez, Catarina Nene

1. Beatriz Plotkin, Fernando, Daniella & Byron Lopez, Cheryl Plotkin-Lopez, Fernando Lopez 2. Mercy Ceron, Stephanie Lebroc, Alexandra Tobar 3. Daniella Lopez, Martha Suarez, Martha Quintero-Mora 4. Daniel Cortes, Karim Azzaoui, Rafael Santos, Peter Waner 5. Joseph Wasuk, German Salazar, German Paradelo, Freddy Mogollon 6. Claudia Candela, Maria Parjus 7. Pilar Paredes, Sol De Camps, Elena Jakubowicz 8. Magdalena Salvoch, Lorena Plaza, Gloria McRae, Claudia Torres 9. Cesar Andrad, Ron Banacha, Igor Saldivia, Alex Jordao 10. Astrid Ebner, Cheryl Plotkin-Lopez, John Valdez, Mangones

1. Susan Joch, Naydu Commenoz, Carolina Baron Biza, Valeria Keffer 2. Mitchel Keffer, Carolina Baron Biza, Valeria Keffer 3. Cristina Regalado, Brian Latell, Patricia Baldocchi 4. Patricia Baldocchi, Naydu Commenoz, Arlene Valarino, Lorena Pereira 5. Marie Batteaux, Jacques & Sylvie Paray, Solvey Gronall

As a child growing up in the love capital of the world, Paris, Adriana Dorta was influenced by the stained glass windows of France’s cathedrals and how the refraction of light, combined with the solemnity of those sacred places, made her appreciate beauty. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Emerson Fittipaldi, the Brazilian Race Car Driver who won the Formula One World Championship twice, the Indianapolis 500 twice and the CART championship once lives on Key Biscayne where he has started Cool Cars On The Key. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Although all the charities he has worked with hold a special place in his heart, it is the Alzheimer’s Association and Take Stock In Children that Humberto Comellas is most passionate about. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

The New World Symphony presents a festive program celebrating the holiday season, offering audience members an opportunity to gather and share special surprises and musical discoveries with loved ones. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Detail photo by Rui Dias-Aidos

While the world is going bonkers for electric cars, little attention is focused on the two-wheeled electric options. Here is a sneak peek at the electric motorcycles we’ll see on our roads in the coming months. — Text by Bill Lindsey

Those seeking a luxury SUV now have a very attractive and unique alternative to the hordes of virtually identical Escalades roaming Miami’s boulevards. — Text by Bill Lindsey

There’s a new baby boutique in town, and their mission will make sure that your baby is enveloped in the softest organic cotton on the market while helping make the world a better place. — Text by Anja Maltav

Pets add joy to a household, particularly during the holidays. Whether you’re looking for a best buddy to keep you company during adult activities or a furry kid to play with your two-legged ones, rescues are the way to go. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Is there anything better than having someone stop you on the street to say, “Girl, that bag is on point!” The following trends contain some real showstoppers. Go ahead, give yourself an excuse to dust off some old faves hibernating in the closet. — Text by Zelda Grant

In the season of expressing gratitude and reuniting with family for the holidays, one local organization is making sure we remember those who have made endless sacrifices to protect our freedom. — Text by Anja Maltav

If you want to have the smooth locks you’ve always dreamed of, get ready to get used to running your fingers through your new head of hair thanks to a revolutionary new procedure with very promising results. — Text by Dr. Daniel Campos

Nicklaus Children’s Sports Health Program brings together the region’s top pediatric sports medicine professionals in a comprehensive program dedicated to enhancing sports performance in the young athlete. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Community Advocate Of The Year 2018 award winner Olga Hernandez is a humble leader, dedicated to serving others and ensuring that the rights of children are protected. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Since its debut last season, George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker featuring all new sets and costumes designed by Cuban-born artistic power couple Isabel and Ruben Toledo has delighted thousands. This year, they’re stepping it up a notch. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

The elegant maternity services wing at Mercy Hospital delivers family-centered care with private baby/mother suites designed to accommodate the transitioning of newborns at the mother’s bedside, which results in enhanced bonding and reduced stress. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Celebrities are notorious for their sometimes-questionable fashion choices, but many of them are right on the money when it comes to the bike shorts trend. — Text by Zelda Grand

Motorcycles and jetskis deliver much of the thrill of flying, but are hampered by the pesky laws of gravity. The ICON A5 pegs the needle by launching you — safely — into the sky. — Text by Bill Lindsey

The values of elegance, tradition and performance are embodied by every piece Longines creates. Their new COSC Certified Record Collection has all the makings of perfection and horological beauty, featuring myriad gears working together in a breathtaking ballet. — Text by Bill Lindsey

We’ve got an exciting new neighbor: Alexandre Birman. His lavish new location at Bal Harbour Shops, a walnut and gold Brazilian-inspired delight, is the perfect setting for his glamorous new collections as well as a divine Made-to-Order app. — Interview by Ana Claudia Negri

Born and raised in Miami, Rhea Leonard is an artistic voice for the black experience and a strong advocate for social change. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Patricia Hanna has her dream job managing The Related Group’s stellar corporate art collection, commissioning site-specific artwork for their development projects, and overseeing the renowned Jorge M. Perez Collection and the company’s philanthropic efforts as they relate to art and culture. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

From its inception in Miami Beach in 2002, Art Basel has pushed the proverbial cultural envelop in Miami and beyond, single-handedly creating a lifestyle movement that has inspired dozens of iterations and spin-offs that has resulted in what we now call Miami Art Week: An all-out artistic catharsis that takes up far more than the implied 7 days on our calendars. — Compiled by Jorge Arauz, Sandy Lindsey, Anja Maltav & Estrellita S. Sibila Photos courtesy of Art Basel, Aqua Art Miami & HistoryMiami Museum

Throughout decades of varying décor styles and lighting trends, Farrey’s Lighting + Bath has remained at the forefront of haute home décor. This dynamic family company combines commitment and purpose, pride and vision to provide clients with the best light fixtures, bath, kitchen and home décor products on the market, as well as cutting-edge technologies and affordable lighting options. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

The days of simply mixing a drink out of The Bartender’s Guide are long gone. A signature cocktail is a given at most popular establishments these days. We explore how you can create your own at home. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Dessert, anyone? How about you have yours in a drink? This tiramisu-inspired cocktail is sure to give you the sugar rush you’ve been craving while satiating even the most discerning sweet tooth. — Drink by Anja Maltav

Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

On the last day of middle school, or more specifically, the last few minutes, I’ll never forget when my zany science teacher uttered the best lesson he’d given all year. — Text by Jorge Arauz

1. Ursula Barrantes Tarafa, Catalina Maya, Claudia Sanz, Isa Zapata 2. Monica Arboleda, Paola Calle 3. Sebastian Echavarria, Paula Sarmiento, Catalina Sanchez 4. Cayena Lara, Clara Pereira, Camila Neira

1. EWM Team 2. Sherrie Porter, Lesley DeCanio, Ron Shuffield, Vivian Galego-Mendez, Greg Romanelli, Tanya Flowers, Lee Casey 3. Christian Balbontin, Angela & Gilberto Ocampo 4. Victoria De Giraldo, Silvia Caicedo, Hilse Martin 5. Christian Casini, Bruna Ranieri 6. Angela Podolla, Paula Brook 7. Catarina Nene, Marla Rivas Patti 8. Hena Aguirre, Fanny Bogdanovich 9. Janeth Alvarez, Claudia Nunez 10. Maria DeAndrade, Sherrie Porter 11. Martha Garcia, Andrea Salvatore 12. Noelie Blanco, Lee Casey 13. Victoria De Giraldo, Edward Crews

1. Elizabeth Rusch, Gigi Costa, Philippe Stullenberg, Frederik Rusch, Christophe Stullenberg, Ferdinand Rusch 2. Clara Sotorrio, Angie Mesa 3. Lisa Pfenning, Jackson Fremgen, Florencia Loyola 4. Hector, Nathan & Patricia Mesa 5. Glo De La Cruz, Melissa Llaury 6. Gabriel, Rebeca Perez 7. Jenny, Ina Esquijarosa, Gigi Costa w/ Ana, Luciana & Valentina Felpeto 8. Loretta, Jaida, Cooper Lewin 9. Children in attendance

Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Ryan Jarrell