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Stress S.O.S.
The experts we’ve gathered will help you find out what it takes to stay cool, calm and collected this season — and all year round. Their tips will help you achieve the stress-free South Florida living you’ve always dreamed of. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Child’s Play
For Key Biscayner Jacqueline Gross-Kellogg, getting involved is just part of life. Helping the next generation live life to the fullest is her ultimate goal — and she does it one activity and leadership role at a time. — Text by Lourdes Reigosa Image courtesy of The Gross-Kellogg Family
Serious Choppers
For knives that will last a lifetime and require sharpening 10 times less often than the competition, check out the Chef’s Choice from EdgeCraft....
Rides of a Lifetime
2011 Range Rover Sport HSE
MSRP: $68,395
Overview: Compared to the other SUVs, this vehicle stands out. Craftsmanship and attention to detail puts this car in...
Timely Read
From gorgeous photos and informative articles to YouTube videos of some kid lipsynching to Katie Perry, we’re finding more and more of the content...
Moon Tunes
What better way to enjoy the full moon than on a blanket under the stars with your friends and family enjoying some great live...
Handy Gadget
Want to throw a dance party next time you’re in the remote wilderness? The ETON Scorpion not only includes an AM/FM receiver, you can...
Garden Whimsy
Make this your month to get over to the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, and you’ll arrive in time to catch a glimpse of the...
Estate Winning
Let’s face it: the real estate world isn’t what it used to be, which means using the same old strategies when trying to sell...
Sharp Bed
Ever want to lay down on a bed of nails? Turns out it’s better for you than you’d think. The Yantra Mat updates this...
Hair Booster
Mousse: You can’t live without its volume-boosting power, but you can’t live with the crunchy, stiff mess it makes of your hair. Meet your...
Debt Warrior
You know what’s missing from your financial management tactics? Social networking, apparently. Enter the site Payoff.com, which combines traditional services like bank accounting linking...
High Luxury
Seeking luxury rental living in Miami’s new-look urban core? Look no further than One Broadway at the heart of the Brickell Financial District. The...
Male Style
Men who hate to shop, listen up. Some like-minded fellows in Chicago have just come to your rescue. The Trunk Club puts you in...
Winning Education
Riviera Schools is known for challenging students to explore new and interesting educational paths, from Video Editing and Business to Ceramics. It’s an approach...
Spring Cleaning
For most of us, spring cleaning is just another chore to add to the dreaded to-do list. But every year, I see it as...
Wild Margarita
Add some creativity to your next margarita and impress your friends with a surprise ingredient: banana. Yes, the tasty yellow hero that brings life to your sundaes, slushies and breads can also flavor one of your favorite libations. — Drink by Chef D. Chalaron
Delicious Time
1. Jimena Teijeiro, Miriam Duncan, Giada Pignata 2. Candelaria Vadisic, Florencia Moni 3. Annabella Blohm, Malena Assing 4. Faria Jose Larena, Viviana Roque 5. Chef Claudio, Jimena Teijeiro, Executive Chef Fabio Vaccarella 6. Ritu Pahwa, Monique Fisher, Jimena Tejeiro, Ainniz Collazo-Bellumio 7. Florencia Moni, Annie Mammes, Carolina Rodriguez Consoli 8. Monique Fisher, Liz Bello 9. Adriana Von Simson, Candelaria Vasic 10. Jimena Teijeiro, Caro Murciano 11. Luciana Mennes, Jimena Teijeiro, Marlen Acosta 12. Ainniz Collazo-Bellumio, Jimena Teijeiro, Jennifer Rathjens
Lovely Lunch
1. Maggie Burke, Ronnie Scudieri 2. Maren Martinez, Daisy Orent, Norma Blum, Margaret Kent 3. Gean Guben, Fredda Levitt, Barbara Schwartz 4. Christine Svendsen, Aminta Konawicz, hat contest winner Hazel Tomlinson 5. Gloria Baldini, Staria Petersen, Joyce Potanovich 6. Jennifer Shurina-Egan, Shirley Dunetz 7. Claudette Endacott, Roberta Canavan
Next Step
1. Ralph & Maggie Rodriguez, Christine Moo Young, Michael Russell 2. Jorge Llanso, Maggie Llanso Alejandra Zamparelli y los abulos Marta, Rogelio Perez 3. Juanita Pesant, Martha Perez 4. Alejandra Zamparelli & Friends 5. Juan Diaz, Maria Elena, Carlos & Tuki Diaz-Padron 6. Josie Lopez, Maggie Llansó, Lupita Garcia, Amada Cadaval, Elena Garcia-Montes
Fundraising Success
1. Juan Sanchez, Elena Errazuriz 2. Sol & Mariano Grimaux 3. Amy Sweeting, Taima Hervas 4. Paul & Jan Rutter, Justin Jones, Taima Hervas 5. Malena & Carlos Cornejo 6. Nilda & Armando del Rio 7. Giorgetta Keuter, Ann Llop-Keuter, Camilla Tonini
Inspiring Futures
1. Marlyn Paris Lawson, Carmen Rivera, Tom Albano, Carmen Llibre 2. Mr. & Mrs. Brown Barrett 3. Juan Delgado (Mentor), Eduardo Jorge (Mentee) 4. Ashley Thomas, Natalia Zea 5. Khyree Joseph (Mentee), Vivian Walters (Mentor), Ashley Thomas, Carin West 6. Ileana DeMarziani and her team: Rincon Argentino 7. Eric Rivera 8. Ashley Thomas, Dwight Rolle
Artful Evening
1. Alberto Linero, Natalia Lugo 2. Dr. Susana Leal Khouri, Jo Ann Young, Gloria Plaza 3. Rafael Espitia, Leonardo Moleiro 4. Herman Schwyn, Monica Aristizabal, Nelly del Rio, Jose Manuel Fernandez 5. Brian Berson, Mandy Baca 6. Donna Rice, Elaine Gross 7. Jim Thompson, Sr., Robert & Marlene Gonzalez, Jim Thompson Jr. 8. Lilliam & Felix Garcia, Margarita Figueredo Preston 9. Alberto Linero & Guests 10. Karen Eckardt, Andrea Villa 11. Kelly Vavra, Julia Bennett 12. Dr. Karl & Gladys Leon 13. Gary Gross, Alberto Linero 14. Rafael Espitia, Kelly Vrava, Santiago Betancur 15. Claire Landon, Debby Zabludowski 16. Maria Luisa Dardet, Yiyina Lopez-Bosque 17. Mary & Betsy Oztemel
New Center
1. Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony by Key Biscayne Mayor Frank Kaplan 2. Patricia San Pedro, Dr. Roger Khouri 3. Gustavo Garcia-Montes, Luz Ravelo, Tricia Garcia-Montes 4. Willy Borroto, Dr. Susana Leal Khouri, Naydu Commenoz, Marilyn Borroto, Michelle Barnett 5. Margarita & Rodolfo Solares 6. Justa O’Donnell, Berta Perez del Camino 7. Daniela Asturias, Bea Reguera, Giselle & Natalie Basick 8. Marie, Dr. Roger Khouri, Leticia Khouri 9. Jorge, Olga, Gustavo & Tricia Garcia-Montes 10. Frank Ortega, Jennifer Leal 11. Vivian Galego-Mendez, Giulletta Ulloa 12. Sandi & Larry Pimentel 13. Bassem Chahine, Robert Khouri, Dr. Robert Chahine 14. Christine Ulvert, Dr. Susana Leal-Khouri, Charles Ulvert 15. Ken & Romie Lancaster, Paul Auchter 16. Raoul, Kim & Roger Khouri
Top Producers
1. Maria Lucena, Giulietta Ulloa, Gilberto & Angela Ocampo 2. Patrick O’Connell, Esther Prat 3. Debra Spadafora, Sherrie Porter 4. Vivian Galego-Mendez, Scott Neitzel, Maria Mayoral 5. Jennifer Rubido, Raquel Rijo 6. Marianela Montenegro, Chiqui Labarrere 7. Gisela Castro, Roxy Feira 8. Lorena Garcia-Murillo, Silvia Caicedo 9. Maria de Andrade, Millie Doval 10. Maria Donnelly, Lupita Petterfy-Shaya 11. Federico & Jennifer Macia, Anabella Siblesz-Hernandez, Silvia Caicedo
Great Times
1. Human Bar 2. Donna & Commodore Michael Rice 3. Brian & Mary Tague 4. Naysbeli & Dwight Hewett, Trish & York Flik, Julie & Ruediger Flik, Kara & Scott Sharp 5. Jan & Gary Draper 6. Rudy & Rosa Noreaga 7. Katie Petros, Mary Tague, Angela Nash, Lauren Batlle, Darlyne Dinano 8. Luz & Dr. Raul Ravell 9. Stephen Tellam & Friend, Robin Macklin, Tim Stickney, Mike Rice 10. Jameela & David Blumberg 11. Gail & Mark Fried 12. Angela & Charlie Nash 13. Cynthia & Bill Fusselman 14. Pete & Nancy Harrison, Larry & Suzy Deitch 15. Lauren & Carlos Batlle 16. Francis & Thomas Koch 17. Christina & Michael Bracken
Grand Anniversary
1. Vincenzo & Marie Avanzato, Alberto & Mary Jo Pinedo 2. Patricia, Nicholas & Jessica Smith 3. Ashley & Campbell Smith 4. Kent & Pat Burkhart, Kellye & Robert Hill, Lorraine Sonnabend 5. Emily Zangen, Gustavo & Myriam Rojas, Christine Zangen 6. Adriana, Vicky & Eduardo Von Simson 7. Hugo Bianchi, Maria Patricia Somarriba, Diego Stecchi 8. Patricia Lopez, Carolina Escudero 9. Maritza Diaz, Claudia Veliz 10. Robert Gold, Doreen Aronson 11. Dianna Perez-Smith, Cristina Smith
Colada Mama
This sizzling summer, skip the alcohol and opt for the more refreshing virgin varieties of your favorite drinks, like this no-guilt piña colada recipe you can make right at home and share with the kids. — Drink by Chef D. Chalaron
The 411
Grab a Slice
Do you crave authentic, tasty wood-oven pizza? Who doesn’t?! Now you can satiate your tastebuds at the recently opened Puntino Pizzeria, available...
Destination Wine
The Andes Foothills are a paradise when it comes to wine, as evidenced by the fine vintages coming out of Argentina and Chile. The climate on each side of this massive mountain range is vastly different allowing these two close neighbors to each produce their own unique offerings for your sipping pleasure. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Key Biscayne Magazine’ s A toast to Mom 2011
We scoured the neighborhood to discover some of Key Biscayne’s most dynamic moms. Although their backgrounds and life experiences differ, they have one thing in common: An unfaltering dedication to their families, friends and community. So join us as we tip our hat toward these world-class moms who masterfully balance every aspect of their lives with finesse and love. — Interviews: Jorge Arauz Photography: Andres Hernandez Hair & Makeup: Monica Gaviria; 305.322.4061
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.
Condo Living
This condo is the perfect place to call home all year round — whether you decide to spend the majority of your time inside or out, this residence proves it is in fact all about location, location, location. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Realtor: Capital Companies USA; 305.329.1470/305.979.7037; CapitalCompaniesUSA.com
Of Fathers & Sons
They say the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, and in the case of the 3 father-son teams you’re about to meet, the old adage couldn’t be more true. From past to present, see how old and new generations have inspired one another over the years. Whatever their futures hold, one thing’s certain: They look forward to experiencing it together. — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos Courtesy of respective families
Compassionate Traveler
Andrea Hera has traveled to the far corners of the globe to help the less fortunate, one cause at a time. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson Photos courtesy of Andrea Hera
Rapid Fire
The ADD sufferers among us will rejoice at the TurboChef Speedcook Oven. Capable of cooking foods up to 15 times faster than a conventional...
After-Hours Attire
I often get asked by my clients how to properly dress for work-related events outside of the office. Even though you are out of...
Right Angle
According to Earth brand shoes, a little angle makes a big difference. Every pair of Earth shoes are designed to position the toes 3.7...
Close Shave
How manly could you imagine feeling if you shaved with a razor made from the same material used for ballistic armor? Pretty manly, huh?...
Silver Indulgence
Love the idea of a vacation that leaves turnes back the hands of time. That’s what you’ll find at La Prairie’s luxury Silver Rain...












































