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Lunar Addresses
How does living near the Sea of Tranquility sound? How about a waterfront view of the Sea of Vapors? Well, anything’s possible if you...
Recovery Mode
One of the most frustrating years in recent memory is finally behind us! What a ride! Perhaps we should all be grateful that we...
Breakfast Berry Mimosa
This is the perfect drink to get the V-Day party started right on the 14th. And don’t worry, if you have to take the kids to soccer practice in the a.m., this drink works for brunch or lunch, too. — Drink by Chef D. Chalaron
Magical Gala
1. Virginia Cordoba, Ester Rodriguez & Maria Cecilia Good 2. Mike Aixala & Brigitte Nachtigall 3. Carlos & Elisa Gosselin 4. Kattia & Richard Goldstein 5. Marco & Cecilia Ruttiman 6. Marlene Pernetti & Saskia Galliano-Touret 7. Annie & Ernesto De La Fe 8. Mario & Marisol Henriquez 9.Adriana & Manuel Albarran 10. Mr. and Mrs. Buchwalds 11. Virginia Cordoba & Miguel Gutierrez 12. Nicole & Edgar Lozano 13. Saskia & Philip Touret 14. Mayi De La Vega, Tere Musibai & Gloria Sesana 15. Evelyn & Luis Villanueva
Life savers
1. Bill Murphy & Mike Villasana of Northern Trust Bank; Annette Escobar of Astirraga Davis; and Antonio Regojo of Harper Meyer Perez Ferrer & Hagen, LLP 2. Felipe Alejos Lorenzana, General Consul of Guatemala in Miami, and Patty Gutierrez, Director of Philanthropy and Public Relations of Campero USA Corp 3. Arnaldo Lacayo and Ava Borrasso of Astirraga Davis, and Larry Goodman of Devine Goodman Pallot & Wells P.A. 4. Doña Esperanza Gutierrez and Jose Luis Rodriguez, el Puma 5. Caroline Waldmann, VP of Gibraltar Private Bank & Trust, with her daughter Eva; Ma. Eugenia de Mata, Director of Ayudame A Vivir Foundation, Inc. and James Meyer, from Harper Meyer Perez Ferrer & Hagen, LLP, with his wife Norma and daughter 6. Norman E. Wedderburn, President and CEO of Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida; Patty Gutierrez, Director of Philanthropy and Public Relations of Campero USA Corp., and her son, Stephan Boehme Gutierrez
Propsperity party
1. Tropicana dancers 2. Willy & Marilyn Borroto 3. Blas Oyarzun & Manolo Vidal 4. Charlie & Angela Nash 5. Claire & Ed London 6. Angelica & Pepe Lopez & Sonia Rosado 7. Pepe Lopez, Clara & Juan Gutierrez & Vivian Alzola 8. Monica Silva, Denys Alt & Sonia Rosado 9. Ed London & Fausto Sanchez 10. Lourdes Aceituno & Blas Oyarzun 11. Monica Silva & David Gonzalez 12. Nelly Palmer, Fausto Sanchez 13. Robert & Denys Alt 14. Rafael Portuondo & Jose Ortega 15. Robert Alt & Willy Borroto
Creative times
1. Benedicte Blanc-Fontenille & Loic Madec 2. Sol Cabanas & Liza Martins 3. Trini & Richard Wagner 4. Daniel Gaviria & Ana Somarriba 5. Joan McCaughan, Victoria Dutra & Ximena Antunez 6. Michelle Estevez 7. Lucila Yanez & Aurora Pasteur 8. Jean-Jacques, Patricia & Laetitia Bona 9. Heide Arguelles & Loic Madel 10. Carlos Batlle & Anne Rothe 11. Susan, Christopher & Fred Joch 12. Nichole, Grace & Rich Aldrich 13. Maritza & Steven Minor 14. Faquiry Diaz, Amelia Balonek & David Arditi 15. Ana Somarriba & Patricia Somarriba 16. Alix Boucard & Virginie Durand
Resolution rewind
1. Sangode Lowe, Gerano Miranda & Adita Lang 2. Reina Gonzalez & Amparo Rojas 3. Veronica Pimstein & Alejandra Hierro 4. Jamie Tompkins & Joan McCaughan 5. Eric, Nash, & Adita Lang 6. Michael Gebhardt & Leonard Smith 7. Lee Zohlman & Sangode Lowe 8. Charles & Irmgard Lipcon & Gerano Miranda 9. Olf, Birgitta Svennson & Adita Lang 10. Robert & Luly Yero 11. Trini 12. Chauncey, Pauline, & Donavan Williams 13. Jennifer & David Foster 14. Mary Ann Smith 15. Norman Tonkelson & Grace Lang 16. Pam Conover, Ray Lutz & Adita Lang 17. Lee, Kaia & Erinne Zohlman
Happy Birthday!
1. Brigitte Nachtigall & Elena Iturriaga 2. Carmen Perez-Retes, Paola Guerra & Claudia Yidi 3. Clarita Sierra & Rosabel Dasso 4. Vicky Montoya & Moira Gutierrez 5. Elisa Pujol & Rumina Romani 6. Saskia Galliano-Touret, Cristina Gort & Elena Iturriaga 7. Rosa Mora, Elena Iturriaga, Saskia Galliano-Touret & Alexia Echeverria
Frolic
Your guide to the best entertainment, shopping, dining, libations & relaxation in South Florida. — Text by Blue Arauz
Island Melodies
For six years, the members of the Key Biscayne-based and bred Keyrats have been jamming to the musical genres of punk, rock, reggae and salsa — all the while making sure their fans get their groove on. — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos By Matt Winer
Endless Horizons
For Nuria Brillembourg, not even her Big Screen dreams can compete with the life she shares with her family and friends on Key Biscayne. And that’s a complement to the island, as this woman has held most every professional title under the sun — and that’s just what she’s done thus far! — 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.
Vintage Park
When it’s time to make your look last forever, nothing turns your wardrobe more eternal than adding a few vintage pieces into your closet. — Photography | Samantha Scott Styling | Natalia Maldonado Hair & Makeup | Martin De La Fuente Models | Brigitta and Charles
Stately Estate
This residence at 670 Warren Lane is one of the most coveted addresses on Key Biscayne. From the superior design and architecture inside and out to the covered front porch and pool terrace, every detail of this house will make you want to call it home. — Text and photos by Antonio Eli | REALTOR: Mark Chatburn, South Bay Group; 305.365.7676
Cupid’s 7
If you’re fortunate enough to be lucky in love this Valentine’s Day, don’t ruin the mood by scrimping on the gifts. Take these ideas to heart if you want to make sure Cupid’s Arrow is pointed in your direction. — Text by Jillian Lobato
Fast Ride
With the new generation of the SL-Class, the world‘s most successful premium roadster, Mercedes-Benz is extending the line-up by introducing an attractive entry-level model...
Neck Appeal
Who says a man can’t pull off sleek and chic all in the same outfit? The trend this season is color-coordinated striped ties for...
The “It” Factor
If you have a Valentine’s Day date, you probably know by now what you’re going to wear. But what about your makeup and hair? Why not try something new this year? Here are three beautiful celebrity looks that will work for any Valentine’s Day tryst. Pick your favorite star, and find out how to match her style!
Stylish Write
This year the coveted Montblanc Writers Edition pen is dedicated to dramatist and Nobel Prize winner George Bernard Shaw and the rise of his...
Interior Influx
Leiton Décor & Design’s mission is to develop a meaningful use of space in any environment, while maximizing your space in the process. From...
Smile Bright
If your teeth are dingy, yellowing or just plain stained, a visit to Key Biscayne’s Smile With Zenitude may be just what your pearly...
Roses are Red…
Although the famous poem would have you thinking otherwise, all roses are not red. In fact, besides carnations, they are one of the few...
The Pursuit of Passion
For me, the month of romance has always been about more than just Cupid’s arrows, fancy boxes of chocolates, red roses and mushy one-liners....
Life Is Good
1. Juan Carlos Perez & Tomas Rodriguez 2. Christopher Orr & Juan Sebastian Coll 3. Damien B. & Susan Alvarez 4. Yanai Nassar & Sergio Cervantes 5. Iliana Garcia & Maria Larrea 6. Alejandro Sanchez, Rudelania Mesa & Nelson Graveran 7. Daniel Guzman & Andres Arando 8. Martha Diez & Jaime Sala 9. Felicia Vazquez & Mercedes Gonzalez 10. Manuel Seoani & Marusia Zapata 11. Vicente Leon & Maria del Carmen Consuegra 12. Martha Deas & Felix Arteaga 13. Juan Sebastian Coll & Giancarlo Armella 14. Alfredo Marrero, Luis Rodriguez & Daysi Diaz 15. Alfredo Nassar & Abraham Nassar
Ballet Blast
1. Damaris Hay, Mark Cole & Rebecca Interian 2. Antonio Viejo and Juan Pablo Viejo 3. Robert Bianchi & Claudio Benedetti 4. Alesandro & Paola Ferretti 5. Patrick Pecoraro & Ray Breslin 6. Jeannette Stark & Betty Brandt 7. Bob Kadas & Cherie Silverstein 8. Samantha Hudson & Marjorie Robins 9. Diane Star Hellee & Mona Kornfeld 10. Cristal Berry & Matt Makowski 11. Sheila Goodman, Richard Schewl & Laurie Kaufman 12. Jacqui Chaves & Deborah Hodes 13. Brian & Jennfer Heller 14. Jane & Jean Stark 15. Marjorie Robbins, Toms Frankell & Deborah Kent
Birthday Boy
1. Ernesto & Veronica Peralta 2. Mike Aixala, Brigitte Nachtigall & Luis Fernando Salazar 3. Claudia & Andres Yidi 4. Mariana Tonarely, Francine Tomas & Veronica Peralta 5. Clara Amore & Viviana Fernandez 6. Luis & Magaly La Plana 7. Rosaura Rodriguez & Diana Bustamante 8. Franciso & Mariana Tonarely 9. Clara Amore, Mike Aixala, Francisco Tonarely & Pablo Amore 10. Javier and Paola Guerra 11. Magaly La Plana & Claudia Yidi 12. Veronica Peralta, Mariela Cisneros and Mariana Tonarely 13. Brigitte Nachtigall, Mariela Cisneros & Viviana Fernandez 14. Ernesto Peralta & Jorge Fernandez 15. Mike & Francine Tomas 16. Ernesto Peralta, Andres Yidi & Luis La Plana
Get Pretty
1. Cutting Ribbons Ceremony 2. Trini & Richard Wagner 3. Muriel Boiteau & Veronica Lepere 4. Sophie Delli-Colli & Tina Sayago 5. Chris Gonsalves & Marc Berenfeld 6. Don Slesnick & Mark Trowbridge 7. Lorena Valdes & Noelia Robaina 8. Don Slesnick, Trini, Noelia Robaina, Mark Trowbridge, Muriel Boiteau & Marc Berenfeld 9. Richard Wagner & Jean Marc Masson 10. Natalie Leon & Alexandra Alvarez 11. Jackie Boehm & Lorena Suarez 12. Eva Wagner & Muriel Boiteau 13. Evely Paz & Gloria Burns 14. Dallas Foster & Frederick Woodbridge 15. Yolanda Woodbridge & Alain Pizzutti
Big Hearts
1. Coralie Duchamp & Gladys Fontes 2. Ana Somarriba & Maria Patricia Somarriba 3. Vilma Ruiz & Charlotte Somarriba 4. Phili Bullard & Marisa Ysasi 5. Stacy Domayre & Veronica Lepere 6. Meche Phelan & Julia Chedd 7. Bettina Mena & Josefina Gorostiaga 8. Mauricio Jaramillo & Daniel Gaviria 9. Sharon Luengo, Katya Dammrt & Giovanna Albano 10. Maria Frallicciardi & Laura Villarreal 11. Victoria Lara & Helga Dienes 12. Marilug del Rivero & Silvia Mushkim 13. Isabelle Roy & Christopher Mela 14. Carmen Somarriba & Jackie Aller 15. Marlene Vazquez & Albita Zylverman 16. & Alex Diez 17. Linda Salazar & Rita Rodriguez
Grand Opening
1. Erin, Pete Lawton, Gary Tschetter, Jerry Johnson & Christine Chiappe 2. Tim Broderick & Julie 3. Gigi Garcia, Thalia Puente & Ricardo Rongen 4. Silvia & Alberto Maspons 5. Zuleyma Bebell, Angela Scheffler, George Jousma (President/CEO), Cambry Czuplak, Steve Martin, Marty Lowe & Albert Prego 6. Mike and Wendy Bauerschmidt, Albert Prego, Julie & Tim Brodericki 7. Mike Abbott, Debbie Bishop, George Jousma & Bart Bishop 8. Jean-Guy Lalonde, Marlene De Sousa, Marcia Pereira & Eduardo Pereira 9. Adrianna Campusano, Heidi Amacher, Esther Amacher & Daniel burger
Picnic Time!
1. Isa Prado, Sofi Waterhouse, Jose Moni, Isa Poleo & Maria Fernanda Alvarez 2. Ivan Godward & Alex Aixala 3. Caroline Silva & Sofia Guerra 4. Nati Batlle, Fernanda Bueno, Sabrina Tamames & Camille Vonsimson 5. Ana Maria Alvarez, Andrea Rosales, Alexandra Robelo & Camila Guyot 6. Maria & Maniela Lara 7. Teo Waterhouse, Manuela Guyot & Paola Guerra 8. Sofia Brouceck 9. Carolina Gomez Rivas, Sofia Ortiz & Ana Sofia Gomez Rivas 10. Maria Alonso, Michelle Boj & Lauren Boj
Haute Hi-Rise
900 Biscayne Bay is ushering in a new way of living in Downtown Miami with its unique residential concept along Miami’s vibrant arts district on Biscayne Boulevard. — Text by Achilles Stone Photos By Tanya Diaz from MLXPIX.COM
Cigar Heaven
If a touch of class is what you’ve been craving, head over to Casa Felipe for a few puffs and sips of some staples of success that can transform you into the laid-back, refined person you deserve to be. — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos by Antonio Eli
Key Biscayne Magazine 2009 Sony Ericsson Open Guide
Meet the Maker Whether in a boardroom or on a tennis court, International Tennis Hall of Fame inductee Butch Buchholz has always been active in...
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.
Leisure Isle
When relaxation beckons and your sense of adventure is at its peak, all that’s left to do is grab a bikini and head toward your favorite seaside oasis for some tanning, frolicking and fun. — Photography by Jose Amigo Model: Jenna Hughes for Wilhelmina Hair & Makeup: Agata Smentek Stylist: Kim Amigo Photography Assistant: Logan Alexander Locations: Pines & Palms Resort and Anne’s Beach, Islamorada
THE CHER HOUSE
Colombian designer Catalina Echavarria created an award-winning masterpiece that encompasses a world of fantasy and functionality that became known as “The Cher House” because it was the East Coast retreat of the world-renowned artist for many years. — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos by Antonio Eli Realtor: Jorge Uribe | 786.371.8777 | One Sotheby’s International Realty
Island in Motion
As one of the country’s most active communities, Key Biscayne has no shortage of physical activities to partake in throughout the year. Herewith: A quick guide to getting fit in paradise. — Text by Kaya Baez
Road Icon
As iconic as its predecessors, but with a stronger new car smell, the 2009 Porsche 911 comes as either a coupe or a cabriolet...
Ear Candy
If you want to make sure heads turn toward you at your next formal soiree, the Estate Platinum Cartier Emerald & Marquise Cut Diamond...












































