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Smooth Boating
The Advantaged Yacht is not your typical yacht brokerage. They don’t stop once the yacht is purchased. In fact, the buying of a yacht is just the first step in their extensive fleet of services. — Text by Joe Oz
Rug Revolution
All anniversaries should be celebrated this beautifully. To commemorate 15 years of collaboration with The Rug Company, Paul Smith has taken his distinctive design aesthetic into a fresh new direction with muted pallets and unregulated pattern composition. — Text by Sandy Lindsey & Stacy Wynn
Endless Options
Porcelain tiles, natural stone, mosaics, granite, marble, porcelain, quartz, limestone and onyx slabs are the favorite choices of designers, architects, homebuilders and homeowners. Iberia Tiles knows this and is ready with an extensive, high-quality selection for every taste. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Good Sport
I remember the first time I played tennis when I was a teenager in middle school. — Text by Jorge Arauz, Editor in Chief
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Everyone’s a Critic
If you’ve ever sat down to a meal with someone who thinks they know a lot about food just because they have a blog, set up an account on a review site or had some restaurant experience back in high school, you may want to reconsider who you’re eating with. — Text by Anja Maltav
Cocktail Showdown
Grab a few bottles of liquor, some mixers and a handful of bar tools and invite a group of friends over to take part in the most iconic cocktail showdown of all time. — Text by Anja Maltav
Fit Fizz
The iconic Gin Fizz gets a modern-day, healthy makeover with this calorie-conscious version sure to refresh and delight no matter where your day (or night) takes you. — Drink by Anja Maltav
Plates & Pours
We’ve scoured the city to bring you the most delicious, delectable and downright buzz-worthy dishes, desserts, drinks and dining experiences around town. — Text by Jorge Arauz, Sandy Lindsey, Anja Maltav & Estrellita S. Sibila
Crazy Cravings-Curbing Diets From Around The World
Ever wonder what wacky tactics are employed to shed pounds around the globe? Well, some of the ones we’ve gathered might make you lose your appetite — or gain new insight into the science behind weight loss. Check out these bizarre diet and food trends for trimming and slimming that you may want to give a shot…or not! — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
A Taste Of Life
Did you know your tastebuds have a direct correlation with your biochemistry on a sub-cellular level? Discover how travel, gastronomy and the right state of mind can take you as far as you’re ready to go. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Phenomenal Interiors
Interiors By Steven G. started in the den of his home 33 years ago. In the ensuing decades, it has evolved into an impressive organization of 70 strong, with a 100,000-sq.-ft. main headquarters in Pompano Beach and a luxury boutique showroom in Sunny Isles…and the firm is still growing. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Interiors By Steven G.
Savage Attitude
Clothes with artisinal finishes and tribal graphic effects attain the season’s extreme and carefree style combinations. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistants: Angeles Almuna and Gustavo Espinoza Make-up: Joshua M. Ribadeo @ M.A.C Cosmetics Hair: Yasmyn Pena @ Blo Blow Dry Bar Model: Tamara Derkach for Elite Models Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre for BlindLight Studio Production: Angela Bonilla for BlindLight Studio Location: Oleta State Park
Tenure of Sophistication
Chic, debonair, luscious textiles, colors and graphics
contribute to the seasons’ best styles. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistants: Angeles Almuna and Gustavo Espinoza Make-up: Joshua M. Ribadeo @ M.A.C Cosmetics Hair: Yasmyn Pena @ Blo Blow Dry Bar Model: Mackenzie Grayce Lawrence - Elite Models. Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla Location: Bazi Miami - Modern Asian Cuisine Restaurant @ The Marlin Hotel, 1200 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
My Workout Is Better Than Yours
We sought out a diverse group of workouts available throughout Miami and online and asked the pros why their workout is better than the competition. So if you’ve reached a plateau in your fitness and weight loss goals, maybe it’s time to ditch your current program and try one of these on for size. — Text by Dena Roché
Dine In
The dining room is an essential part of any home. It serves as a gathering place, a location for special occasions and a room for making treasured family memories. With that in mind, it should be a sophisticated yet comfortable space. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of Respective Brands
Yacht Magic: An insider’s guide to getting the most out of the Miami International...
Since not everyone has the same taste in boats, Miami has not one but two boat shows taking place the same weekend. If you’re being picky, you could say it actually has three shows, each at a separate location. From trailerable runabouts to magnificent superyachts, plus a flotilla of sailboats, this weekend truly has something for everyone. To make it even better, these shows also feature stunning collections of food, clothing, accessories, art, music and endless photo opps for the entire family. — Compiled by Bill Lindsey & Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail
Private Moments
Ready to redecorate your bedroom? Want liven things up a bit? Look no further. We’ve got the products and design inspiration for your most private and personal space right here. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of respective brands
Island Oasis
This breathtaking waterfront estate situated on exlusive Harbor Drive in Key Biscayne features 1.5 acres of sprawling gardens, wide-open spaces, alluring interiors and winding water enclaves throughout. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of Fortune Int’l Realty Realtor: Kari Madera; 305.439.3998; [email protected]; KariMadera.com
Key Couples 2016
When it comes to love, no two couples are alike. We scoured the island to bring you 3 couples with relationships so interesting, so strong and so beautiful, that their stories will cause you to fall in love all over again. Flip the page to learn how they met, where they’ve been and what the future has in store. — Text by Jorge Arauz Photos by Ximena Etchart
Cupid’s Choice
Procrastination and Valentine’s Day are definitely not a match made in heaven. We’ve gathered a collection of out-of-this-world gift ideas that will make her swoon…and possibly faint from sheer disbelief. Just make sure you don’t spend it all in one place. — Text by Anja Maltav
Heaven Sent
When a family experiences a loss due to death, the Children’s Bereavement Center is available to help families cope through group support and services for even the youngest members of the family. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Twice The Valentine
Trying to score a table at a restaurant for Valentine’s Day can be exhausting and expensive. Sure, romantic dinners are the date of choice for this special day, but you two are no ordinary pair and you prefer that your rendezvous is a little less predictable and a lot more conscious. — Text by Ros Prado
Halitosis Help
Bad gums equal bad breath. Halitosis is a term used to describe any unpleasant odor of expired air regardless of its origin. The American...
Adult Treehouse
You’re never too grown up at The Bodhi Tree House, a totally groovy holistic health community center, café and retail store catering to folks ready to find their inner joy. — Text Francesca Cruz
Will You Wonka?
It’s that month! Time to roll out the chocolate bonbons and delicious truffles to declare our love to our inamorata or inamorato with sweet confections. Take pride in opting for local chocolatiers and have a chocolate fiesta. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Insider Talk
Real estate moguls often have personalities as large as the projects they invest in and the developments they produce. The following are their thought-provoking, insightful and occasionally humorous outspoken words. — Compiled by Stacy Wynn
Automotive Artistry
Once every year, the grounds of Boca Raton Resort & Club showcase an unrivaled collection of the world’s rarest, finest and most exotic cars. This year’s event, hosted by Jay Leno, is a must-attend for car and motorcycle aficionados. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Dancing Feet
Ever wonder just who is dancing on the side of the InterContinental Miami? Each year, the hotel hosts a Skyline Dancers competition and this year they took it to social media where people all over the world could submit video auditions for their chance to win a spot on the side of the building for the calendar year. — Text by Sandy Lindsey & Stacy Wynn
Iron It Out
Without adequate iron — essential for the production of hemoglobin, which helps your red blood cells distribute oxygen to your body — anemia can develop. Iron deficiency is one of the most common ailments of our time. The following are signs that your iron count might not be where it needs to be. — Text Francesca Cruz
Perfect Bed
Haven’t had a great night’s sleep in a long time? Well, neither have I...until now. I feel like I want to shout and tell the world about a new mattress that was delivered to my home just a few weeks ago that has allowed me to sleep like a baby ever since. — Text by Steven G.
Sophisticated Inspiration
Fueled by the passion of Fine Art Photographer Laurie Lynn Stark and her daughter, Jesse Jo, Chrome Hearts’ Design District location is home to both emerging and established artists and designers handpicked to create pieces exclusively for the space. — Text by Sandy Lindsey & Stacy Wynn
Outstanding Selection
Watches reveal our personality, but you need more than one. For example, the Rolex President worn in the office doesn’t represent your weekend persona. Yachtsmen might choose a Rolex Submariner while sportscar types strap on a Rolex Daytona. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Candid Camera
The creative eye behind some of South Florida’s most beautiful commercial photography belongs to award-winning photographer Mike Butler. A gentle soul with a keen sense of beauty, he captures moments in all their glory. — Text Francesca Cruz Photos by Mike Butler
Skip This, Gift That
Dudes, listen up: Shopping for a Valentine’s Day gift can be overwhelming. So many flowers, so many chocolates, so many forced romantic dinners and so little direction. No one ever tells you what women really want…until now. Skip the clichés and try one of these options to make sure your Valentine’s is as lovely as your girl. — Text by Ros Prado







































