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Jag’s Back
Jaguar is best known for its iconic E-Type, a car that introduced the world to British Racing Green and performance that would rip your face off. Happily, after a decade of frumpy sedans, “Jag is back” in the form of the F-Type. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Syrian Snapshots
It behooves us to glimpse the lives of those who have endured great tragedy. Gary Nader, acclaimed Art Director & Gallerist, brings Miami a learning moment in The Crossing Point. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Even Ritz-ier
Word of the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne’s 15th Anniversary and the exciting re-imagining of Cioppino Restaurant and the guestrooms, suites and residences has been buzzing around the island for months. Here’s a preview. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Chic Night Out
Tired of the onerous festooning one requires for elegant social occasions? Wine and cheese crowd starting to turn to vinegar? Or maybe you’re just tired of paying $15 for a Miller High Life? Whatever your reason, we’ve got your back. Here are a few underground clubs you can really shake loose at. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Best Friends
In partnership with some of South Florida’ adoption shelters, we’ve selected several prime pups you should consider for adoption this month. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Glittering Gifts
We know the terror of ever-procrastinated holiday shopping. The palpitations. The shopper’s shoulder-slouch. The thousand-eye stares. Luckily, there’s a select shop newly opened in Miami Design District to set your anxieties at ease. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Brain Throb
Migraines affect 9% of the U.S. population, that’s more than 47 million Americans, at a cost of $1 billion in medical expenses per year. Here are some tried-and-true approaches to dealing with debilitating headaches. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Dream Builders
Miami is thronged with titans of the development industry. But where do such powerhouses come from? Meet ROVR Development, a heavyweight in the making. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Fabulous Mood
For almost 200 years, Cristofle has been creating beautiful yet practical fine silverware. Their success has been in no small part due to their ability to stay on the cutting-edge of design. — Text by Sandy Lindsey & Stacy Wynn
Blank Canvas
When I was a little kid, whenever someone would ask me what my favorite subject in school was, I always responded without hesitation: Art....
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Colorfully Delicious
Show off your creative side with this multi-tone spiked tropical smoothie that’s as healthy (and buzz-inducing) as it is delicious. — Drink by Anja Maltav
Plating Prowess
It’s important for all 5 senses to be stimulated while enjoying a fine meal. Below are some simple tips for taking in your cuisine with your eyeballs first before your mouth even has a chance to water. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Garnish Art
In the tradition of Art Basel, here’s a miniature manual to make sure your drinks
look as good as they taste — no matter what the occasion. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Getting Crafty
Drop by The Commonwealth and feel like a local as you quench your thirst with an array of whiskeys, hard-to-find craft beers and hand-crafted cocktails served up by flavor artist Bradley Gorman and his crew of cocktail hawkers. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photos by Edward Leal
Uncle Claude
Everyone’s tired of defining art — it’s become the exhausted trademark question of the overly contrary. Dive into an exploration of how one writer found art a little closer to home than he expected. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
See The Light
The story of a business is more than a dreary accounting of facts and figures — it’s also the story of the places in which they thrive. Witness the history of Miami through the lens of Farrey’s Lighting + Bath. — Text by Ryan Jarrell Photos courtesy of Farrey’s Lighting + Bath
Craft Chairs
Why relegate art solely to pastels, photographs and pewter statuettes? Collected below are some one-of-a-kind chair choices worthy of the highest artistic accolades. — Text by Ryan Jarrell Images courtesy of Respective Designers
Life On Top
A breathtaking high floor condo at The Ocean Club offers all the lavish luxuries you’d expect of Key Biscayne living, including a spacious floor plan and spectacular views of the ocean, beach, bay and city lights from every angle. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of Fortune International Realty Realtors: Doug Kinsley; 305.215.5900; [email protected]; DougAndAl.com; Cristian Gonzalez-Black; 305.775.3426; [email protected]
Dare To Wear?
From runways to street style, fashion flashbacks are making a comeback. Here are some we’ve been keeping an eye on but the question is: Is it whack? Or do we bring it back? — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Sun, Surf & Society
With a lyrical list of amenities and elegant, arresting architecture, Hyde Beach House promises to be one of the premier coastal condominium complexes in South Florida. — Text by Ryan Jarrell Photos courtesy of Hyde Beach House
Feminine Philosophy
For times when the exhilaration of life wants more, the best response is
to attain living with alluring style. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio | Styling & Art Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos | Styling Assistant: Angeles Almuna Make-up: Joshua M. Ribadeo | Hair: Janine Reyas @ Warren Tricomi Studio, 4041 Collins Ave. | Models: Olga Bocharova & Gabby Capp Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre | Production: Angela Bonilla | Location: The Villa Casa Casuarina, 1116 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Sit Up
Sofas, couches and chairs are the most oft-used pieces of furniture we have in our homes. They’ve not only been the cornerstone of endless conversations with friends and family, they’re also the first thing you look for for when it’s time to just sit down and relax. — Text by Ryan Jarrell Photos courtesy of Respective Brands
Open Spaces
This one-of-a-kind apartment that looks and feels like living in a house is just steps away from the beach and ocean. It has a huge terrace with a private pool, private Jacuzzi and a separate and magnificent guest house. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Realtor: Brigitte Nachtigall; 305.710.9664; [email protected]; BNachtigallProperties.com Interiors by Studio South Key Biscayne
Interior Influx
These interior design pros are ready to help you create the home of your dreams with stunning insight and expert attention to every last detail. — Text by Ryan Jarrell Photos by Johnny Arraiz Project photos courtesy of respective designers
Harmonious Surrounds
You don’t have to have a degree in interior design to have an eye for putting spaces together. You also don’t have to be in the market to sell your house in order to have it “staged”— because at the end of the day, your house should be a personal reflection of you. — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Housing Matters
Stephanie Berman Eisenberg, President & CEO of Carrfour Supportive Housing, helps our community’s most vulnerable individuals attain stable, long-term housing. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photo provided by Carrfour Supportive Housing
Special Place
When it comes to staying power, there are few places that have weathered more storms than Key Biscayne’s own The Island Shop. A staple on The Key for decades, you’re almost guaranteed to never leave this place empty-handed. — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Garden Grow
Whether you want nature to surround you on the ground in your home’s backyard or up high in the sky on your balcony, there’s one addition you might want to add to your indoor or outdoor oasis: the Tower Garden by Juice Plus. — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Adios, Adipose!
One of the most exciting developments over the last several years has been technology to remove unwanted fat without surgery. Initially, there was Coolsculpting, which eliminates fat by freezing it. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
It’s In The Bag
This winter, it’s not about the dress, it’s not about the jewelry — it’s all about the bag. Bring in all of your wow factor with a purse that lets them know: I’ve got it in the bag! — Text by Francesca Cruz
Cure For Boring
The term “4-door sedan” rarely conjures images of smoking tires, redlined tachometers and flashing blue lights in the rearview mirror, unless you’re discussing the Dodge Charger. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Finding the Perfect Pet
A canine-human mismatch is likely why nice dogs so often end up homeless. Often underestimated is the time and training requirement needed to raise a dog. When adopting a dog, don’t make your decision solely on physical appearance, size or sex. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Clearly Classic
Ralph Lauren is well-known in the classic car world for his exquisite taste in cars. His 1938 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic Coupe (well worth Googling to see) inspired the 45mm Steel masterpiece, part of his legendary Automotive Collection. — Text by Bill Lindsey







































