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When the love vibes of Valentine’s Day hit Key Biscayne, forget about red wine in front of a blazing fire and think cold daiquiris in a cabana. It may not be the typical scenario for winter romance, but we’ll take the daiquiri over a blizzard any day. — Drink and photo by Chef D. Chalaron

1. Cristina & Alejandro Zizold 2. Fernando & Celi Figueredo with Alfredo & Alicia Zizold 3. Marisol & Enrique Stiglich 4. Alexandra Codina, Alejandro Zizold, Cristina Figueredo-Zizold, Annette Figueredo & Alexandra Figueredo 5. Claudio & Yvonne Alvarez 6. Beatriz & Roberto Stiglich 7. Mary Jo & Roberto Zamora 8. Brenda Goerks, Cristina Figueredo-Zizold, Alexandra Figueredo & Marcela & Eduardo Erana with Carmen Lazo 9. Cuco Paniagua, Celina Framil, Chela Suarez, Terina Paniagua & Mario Suarez 10. Aliette Olaechea Arner, Marcela Zamora Erana, Alejandro & Cristina Figueredo-Zizold, Camila Tobon Pendleton & Marcia Martinez 11. Eugenio Ferrari, Alejandro Zizold, Gonzalo Podesta & Jose Zollner

1. Manny Perez, Alejandro Montemayor, Eduardo Verastegui, Ana and Sean Wolfington 2. Eduardo Verastegui and Tony Bennett. 3. Ernesto Peralta and Alejandro Montemayor. 4. Barbara Palacios & Mario Andres Moreno. 5. Sean and Ana Wolfington with Alejandro Sanz. 6. Carolina and Pablo Cejas. 7. Carolina Cejas, Brigitte Nachtigall, Ana Wolfington and Sol Steed. 8. Alejandro Montemayor, Alejandro Sanz and Eduardo Verastegui. 9. Veronica Peralta and Paulina Rubio. 10. Alex and Jessica Jimenez 11. Sol and Santiago Steed. 12. Alicia Aixala and Eduardo Verastegui. 13. Giselle Blondet, Mike Folke and Maria Celeste Arraras. 14. Veronica and Ernesto Peralta. 15. Sean Wolfington, Veronica and Carlos Ponce. 16. Rodney Figueroa, Eduardo Garcia and Jorge Ramos.

1. The Ridinger mansion was transformed into a fashion oasis 2. Loren Ridinger, Lucy Lui, Alberta Ferreti & JR Rindinger 3. Influential VIPs gathered before, during and after the fashion show 4. Guests donned fashion-forward styles that added to the stylish ambiance 5. A model struts down the poolside runway 6. Pharell & Rindingers

1. Gary Nader, Darlene & Jorge Perez 2. Kylie Lim & Rony Seikaly 3. Nitin Motwani, Tom Wolfe, Adrienne Arsht & Miami Police Chief John Timoney 4. Raul & Mily De Molina & Jorge Plasencia 5. Alexandra Braun & Erica Cseszer 6. Sara Soto, Sissi & Manuel Garcia-Duan 7. Ashley Kotalik, Stephanie Theis Fajardo & Linda Rendon 8. Angela Santo Pinto & Yahema Hiro 9. Irma & Jairo Martinez & Norma Niurka

1. Florence Keans, Yvette Egozcue, Larry Robinson & Alicia Egozcue 2. Olga Lopez, Sandra & Hilda Ortiz 3. The Martinez Family 4. Elio & Cynthia Dodda 5. Mercedes Frias & Rochelle Marill 6. Kelly Bree, Cynthia Donna, Mercedes Frias, Kelly Peirce & Rochelle Marill 7. Drs Orlando Silva & Christina Gomez with Medical Team Members 8. Eliza Valenti, Elisa Egozcue, Larry Robinson, Susie Alvarez & Olga Lopez 9. Cesear Guardado, Chris Peneranda, Oscar Lopez & George Becerra 10. Dr. Florence & Keith Keane 11. Dr. Silva, Sr. And Guest 12. Cesear & Eddie Guardado 13. Sandra & Braulio Ortiz with Orlando Silva & Brianna Ruiz 14. Braulio Ortiz & The Obgy Team 15. Brenda &Larry Robinson with Nancy Tsue, Olga & Oscar Lopez & Chris Peneranda

1. David Sassoon, Sophie Haddad & Rebecca Sassoon 2. Alexandra Fournel, Lucille Castro & Albert Castro 3. Thais Reyes & Alberto Navarro 4. Ann Marie Ali & former Miami Dolphin Yatil Green 5. Patrick & Coralie Duchamp 6. Albert Touatr & Jack Sebag with Monette T. & Sylvie Sebag 7. Sunday, Jr., Sunday & Macy Alaby 8. Elisa Diaine, Bernard Markowicz & Danielle Watou 9. Guest with Opera Gallery Sales Director Peter Aguirrebena 10. Manuelo Fonseca & Carlos Gamus 11. Diego Tosoni & Kristy Dubaj 12. Franck Ferlat & Tracy Calon 13. Guest previews the artwork 14. Opera Gallery Director Bernard Markowicz & Michelle Markowicz 15. Florian & Ruth Seroussi 16. Simi Albo & Barbara Hiskin 17. Anna Gary & Michael Collin 18. Marguerite & Robert Gil

1. Maria Hilda Cisneros, Mike Aixala, Brigitte Nachtigall, Diego A. Cisneros and Albertina Cisneros-Pascual 2. Brigitte Nachtigall, H.I.H. Princess Thi-Nga of Vietnam and Coralie Duchamp 3. Albertina Cisneros-Pascual and Juan Manuel Pascual 4. Alan and Elisabeth Suero 5. Rick and Jane Herron 6. Eduardo and Marcela Erana 7. Eric and Paloma Vitta 8. Pia Allikivi and Mark Ayling

Your guide to the best entertainment, shopping, dining, libations & relaxation in South Florida — Text by David C. Cleland

Even though her face and music grace almost every media and entertainment medium across the globe, Fanny Lu’s ingrained longing for an intimate and private setting has her calling Key Biscayne home whenever she’s not on tour or promoting her music to the throngs of loyal fans she has throughout the world. — Text by Solange Reyner Photos by Raul Higuera and Be Live

When you live in one of the most exclusive island communities in the world, it’s hard to imagine any place that’s more desirable — except of course, if it’s your own private island right smack in the middle of paradise. — Text by Jen Karetnick Photos courtesy of Luxury Private Islands

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 to 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.

Next time you’re in the mood to add a perfect fairytale ending to a flawless beginning, try these flowing looks to ensure the story ends the way you always dreamed. — Photographer: Kate Benson Photographer’s Assistant: Anthony Sagen Model: Cynthia @ Front Management Makeup: Vellum Makeup & Hair Art by Debbie Hair: Ashly Alvarez Stylist: Gina Gorelik | ILoveDominique.com Stylist assistant: Pipi Loose Location Assistant: David C. Cleland

Encountering gorgeous homes on Key Biscayne is a common occurrence — finding one that breaks the mold is a whole other story. Herewith: A tour of one of South Bay Group’s most impressive creations. — Text by Kaya Baez Photos by Antonio Eli

Although you may already live within the parameters of the island paradise that is Key Biscayne, a romantic getaway to a different kind of paradise may be just what you needed to recharge your love life. We scoured the world to discover a few off-the-beaten-path international hotels and resorts for every letter in the word “ROMANCE.” They all ignite the passion-flames and they’re all awaiting your arrival with open arms. — Text by Joshua E. Barrack Photos courtesy of Design Hotels

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1. Lisa Treister, Andrew Smith & Richard Murry 2. Ellen Haug & Gerry O’Hara 3. Edgardo & Cristina Defortuna 4. Carlos and Marianne Coto 5. Thania and Robert Vernon 6. Debbie Cianfoni & Leana Cianfoni 7. Maria Elena & Victor Brandao 8. Anne Kramer & Wendy Wood 9. Andres Martinez & Deborah Caridad 10. Monica Londono & Elena Boitel

1. Jackie Nespral, Dr. Armando Hassun and Tiana Madera 2. an Roman and Michelle Payer 3. Carolina Ramirez and Ernesto Arambatzis 4. Clement Reid and Brett O’Bourke 5. Roberto Valls, Ileana Pichel and Jorge L. Mendoza 6. Marco Selva, Lisette Carlo, Willard Shepard, Jackie Nespril, Armando Hassun 7. Dana Schou and Chef Pascal Tingaud

1. Michel Gagner, M.D, Enrique Garcia, Steven Sonenrecih CEO, Barry Goldneier, Robert Vernon, Mayor of KB, Ana Maria Torres, M.D. & Ramon Ferra, M.D. 2. Bernadette Lemone, Barry Golmeier & Dr. Ana Maria Torres 3. Don & Marie Gordon 4. Jean-Paul & Nicole Solal 5. Dr. Oscar Llorente & Bill Markell 6. Pamela Dadinsky & Donna Owens 7. Eva Gotlib & Carment Harvell 8. Dr. Soila & Darren Majors 9. Karen Moyer, Donna Owen & Alex Mendez 10. Yolanda Don Zabala & Blanca Ceballos 11. Dr. Ramon Ferra & Arnie Jaffe 12. Steven Sonenreich & Amy Perry 13. Robert Vernon & Bob Feinschreiber 14. Marilyn & Steve Liedman 15. Barbara Larkin & Hedda Haines 16. Beatriz & Daniel Romero 17. Frank Simon, Linda Perron & Ron Oprzadek 18. Ted & Anna Lou Rhodes

1. Actor Aaron Simon Gross, Director Hilary Helstein, Ellen Wedner & Judith Evan Goldstein 2. Ellen Wedner, Michael McManus of the Cultural Arts Council & Ellen Barocas 3. David Scharlin, Chair MJFF 4. Nancy and Norman Lipoff, recipients of the 2008 Community Arts and Education Award 5. Jack & Paula Levine 6. Jimmy & Freda Srur 7. Judge Steven Robinson & Joyce Robinson 8. Florence and Bob Werner 9. Helene Berger with Rosetta & Don Bierman and Rhoda & Morris Levitt 10. Jill & Hal Gaffin with Charles & Roz Stuzin 11. Mellon Bank VP Joel Goren with Francis 12. Aksana & Boruch Freedman 13. Miami International Film Festival Director Patrick De Bokay & Ellen Barocas 14. Opening Night Chairs Jessie & Bernard Wolfson 15. City of Miami Beach Chief of Protocol Michael Aller, Merle Weiss of the City of Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council & City of Miami Beach Program Manager Gary Farmer 16. MJFF Director Ellen Wedner, Miami Beach Mayor Mattie Bower & CAJE President Chaim Y. Botwinick 17. Filmmaker David Fisher, Director David Frankel & MJFF Chair David Scharlin 18. Argentine Adjunct Consul General Pablo A. Chelia with Ellen Wedner & Luis Gutmann, Director of the Buenos Aires Jewish Film Festival

1. Carmen Rubio 2. Vivian Galego-Mendez, Diane Cellura (principal) and Maite Botto 3. Geraldine and Valerie Lafaurie and Maria Eugenia Palacio 4. Mariano & Sol Grimaux & Steve Boucher & Diane Cellura 5. Jovita Burgaz 6. Adriana & Raul Garmendia & Mariam Fassio 7. Isabel Diaz & Mariam Fassio 8. Astrid Gotthold, Ali Mejia and Rebecca English 9. Andrea & Chris Auxier & Kelly Kendrick 10. Maria Longobardi, Carolina Martinez & Martha Martinez 11.Mario Valdez & Silvia Garcia 12. Maite Botto & Diane Cellura 13. Haidy Reinoso, Pilar Jimenez, Gabriela Lara and Vivian Galego-Mendez 14. Maite Botto, Jovita Burgaz, Marcie Armella and Christel Ciano 15. Fatima Cadahia, Cristina Pla, Angeles Helou and Arancha Ibarrondo

1. Katherine Fernandez-Rundle, Mike Aixala, Brigitte Nachtigall, Amparo Angel, Alexander and Nikolas Aixala 2. Annie Gonzalez & Randy Lac-Marquina 3. Ana Somarriba & Daniel Gaviria 4. Maria Andrea Lara & Marcela Salgado 5. Jo-Anne Civantos & Yvette Brouceck 6. Patrick & Coralie Duchamp. 7. Monica & Rene Aziz 9. Susan Joch, Joanna Baboun & Ana Tootlel 8. Brigitte Nachtigall, David Efron & Kathy Fernandez-Rundle with Edgardo & Ana Cristina Defortuna 9. Jorge & Liza Boj with Alexandra Rumie & Alejandro Robledo 10. Magaly & Luis La Plana 11. Veronica Peralta & Andrea Nachtigall 12. Rosabel Dasso & Alexandra Lietman 13. Linda & Robert Bailey 14. Borja Murube & Ana Maldonado 15. Eduardo & Angela Barco 16. Americo & Giovanna D’Agostini with Monica Venegas & Tassio Lorente 17. Bill & Luz Estella Houlzet with Maria Cruz & Patricio Waterhouse

1. Dannibeth Farnum, Isa Zapata, Laura Torrabadella & Jose A. Lopez 2. Jane Hernandez & Ruben Jimenez 3. John Acero 4. Margot Polak & Violeta Bublik 5. Sadhu & Jason Gordon 6. Jean Marc Lopez & Andree Lopez 7. Vicky Echeverri & Lucas Salvatierra 8. Eva Esteban, Jose A. Lopez and baby

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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 to 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.

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