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

With a mic in her hand and a guitar strapped around her shoulder, Vicky Echeverri is taking Miami’s Latin music industry by storm with the release of her first album, Ficha de Ajedrez. — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos by Kate Benson

From hearty signature dishes to creative appetizers and a hefty drink menu, it seems that everyone’s tastebuds will be satiated at Andu Bistro, the delicious creation of two siblings who call Key Biscayne home. — Text by Jorge Arauz Photos courtesy of Andu Bistro

The oldest Mercedes-Benz dealer in Florida is also the most successful in the entire southeast U.S. thanks to a vision and dedication that has accelerated Bill Ussery Motors onto the radars of even the most discerning automotive aficionados in Key Biscayne and beyond. — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos by Antonio Eli

Owning a floating condo aboard The World affords you the unique option to explore, share and create a legacy of lifelong memories at sea. For many, it’s the epitome of low-key luxury living, no matter where the tides take them. — Text by Baz Lurz Photos courtesy of The World

Novak Djokovic is serious about rising to the top of his game at the 2009 Sony Ericsson Open. And he plans to do it with more style than the humorous antics he pulls on and off the court that have come to defined this already legendary tennis ace. Oh, and he has a pretty good serve, too. — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos courtesy of Sony Ericsson Open

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Get your immune system pumping with this Vitamin C-packed traditional libation with a modern twist. — Drink by Chef D. Chalaron

Your guide to the best entertainment, shopping, dining, libations & relaxation in South Florida. — Text by Blue Arauz

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

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

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

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

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.

This sprawling condo at The Ocean Club’s Ocean Tower One, Unit 502, will make you feel like a star as you overlook the point where ocean meets sky at one of Key Biscayne’s most exclusive addresses. — Text by Kaya Baez Photos by Antonio Eli Realtors: Susana Hansen: 305.542.5156 PaOla padovan: 305.361.1402 Jacqueline Gallardo: 786.473.3067

When getting dolled up is a prerequisite, every inch of you from head to heel should exude the appropriate level of lavishness that’s required to showcase yourself to the glorious world that lies just outside your front door. — Photography by Jose Amigo | Models: Tara Wilkinson & Whitney Spaulding for Wilhelmina Hair & Make-up: Jenna Hughes | Stylists: Logan Alexander and Adelie Jo Wardrobe: Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland | Timepieces: TechnoMarine; TechnoMarine.com Jewelry available at Pianegonda; Pianegonda.com Location: The Nash Hotel, Miami Beach

If you want to look your best but are worried about the best way to improve your reflection in the mirror, read on to discover some invasive and non-invasive ways to look your best from head to toe — Text by Luisana Suegart

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