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Ever had a liquid appetizer? Well this sip-worthy caprese-inspired cocktail is as good as it gets. The tasty, multi-tiered libation is sure to complement any outfit this season. Just make sure to leave room for seconds, because you’re gonna want another one! — Drink by Cristiano Vezzoli & Emanuele Giacoletto Photo by Monika Zdziebkowska Available exclusively @ Segafredo Lincoln Road

The Joys Of Childhood The 2nd Annual Miami Children’s Expo brings out the kid in all of us on Oct. 15 with magic shows, costumed...

Don’t let its diminutive size fool you. Though a mere 100 miles long by 35 miles wide, the mix of natural and urban offerings found on lush Puerto Rico rivals those of countries many times its size. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

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.

Whichever way the wind blows this season, these extravagant looks will help you make an impact no matter where your itinerary takes you. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio; 305.323.1938 BlindlightStudio.com Styling: Naty Pineda; 305.710.0099; NatyPineda.com Model: Verede Ganelle @ Next Miami Photography Assistant: Nico Herran Production: Angela Bonilla for BlindLight Studio Special Thanks: Sailboat Nepenthe, available for charters, photo and film shoots; 305.773.0101; ClassicSailingCharters.com. Location provided by Location Resources: 305.604.8888; LocationResources.com

If you’re in the market for the perfect home in paradise, this Key Biscayne condo is spacious, airy and exquisite down to the very last detail. — Text: Yoshi Sanz Photos by James Irwin Realtor: Carlos Coto; 305.361.3440, ext. 347; Claudine Coto; 305.389.6229; Fortune International Realty; [email protected].

Glamour, androgyny, royalty, fetish, fur, sequins, leather, PVC. The Fall/Winter season pulls out all the stops with everything from lavishly dramatic creations to stylish everyday wear that’s all about comfort. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of respective designers

Nery Quintela is a true hero who shares her powers of understanding and kindness with everyone she meets. — Text by Stephanie Fleitas

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1. Dr. Jorge Arana, Paola Guerra, Marcela Arana, Sofia Guerra. 2. Jennifer Bickford, Olga Guerra 3. Carmen Alicia del Corral, Clara Serrano, Malena Assing 4. Stephanie Rodriguez, Lily Ortiz 5. Elisa Braschi, Roxana Henriquez, Mary Tague

1. Silvia Pesci-Viola, Eduardo Viola 2. Candelaria Badessich, Maria Cruz Waterhouse, Soledad Pochat 3. Juliet Lesmes, Guille Trapani 4. Carlota Rodriguez, Noel Perez 5. Patricio & Maria Cruz Waterhouse 6. Adriana Spitale, Carolina Peña 7. Luciano, Marco, Eduardo, Sonia, Silvia & Franco Viola 8. Laura Darubolena, Mercedes Talarico 9. Eduardo Viola, Santiago Badessich 10. Ivette Perez, Claudia Eslava 11. Angeles & Tomas Helou 12. Jose & Mara Cosio 13. Ceci Piva, Carolina Peña, Silvia Pesci-Viola

1. Carlos Ferrando, Nathalie Yamin, Augusto Yamin 2. Lissette Zamora, Antonio Prado, Valeska Rodriguez 3. Leonel Ortis, Francisco Barby 4. Erick Guerra, Kristen Saks 5. Andrea Velandia, Sioly Cabezas 6. Natasha Rodriguez, Carolina Zamora 7. Juan Delgado, Joel Pineiro

1. Malvina Godoy, Jorge Fernández, Beth Butler 2. The Gibraltar Bank Team, Hans Mueller, Isabel la Cambra, Peter Hutchinson, Lily Malzahn 3. Martine C. Paulin, Julio E. Ulloa 4. Didi Todd, Alberto Mestre, Salomé Agüero 5. Raúl Galliano, María Teresa Concheso, Pedro Castillo 6. Gladis Castel Blanco, James Pappas, Elsie Castel Blanco 7. Mr. Hans Muller from Gibraltar Bank addressing the crowd 8. Anuca Valverde, Alicia Cervera 9. Jeannette Orlandin, Marie Rose López Muñoz 10. Esther Amacher, Heidi Amacher 11. María Luisa Dardet, Isis R Hoffman 12. Leonard Vidal, Mario García, John López

1. Dr. Linda Grant, Lawrence H. Cohen, Peter E. Cohen, Carol Repensek, Deborah Sperber, Jorge Ortega 2. Noli Zaldivar, Roberto Roque 3. Carlos & Alina Perez 4. Rafael & Lucia Moreno 5. Suzanne Spies, Adriana Giampier, Carolina Giampier 6. Betty & Ed Johnson 7. Lyne Jacques, Jocelyne Vomar 8. Betty & Alex Pol 9. Melissa Cameron, Ron Shatz 10. Michelle & Richard Starke 11. Ann Marie Perez, Danny Perez 12. John Peet & Nilda Rivera 13. Richard & Jackie Lipman

1. Viviana Diaz, Oscar Perea 2. Maria Cristina Perea, Irani Jordan, Cecilia Giraldo 3. Diana Patricia, Oscar Perea, Regina Molina, Mauricio Perea 4. Eduardo & Fabianne Pletsch 5. Loretta Marcucci, Luis Sandoval 6. Cecilia Giraldo, Sandra, Viviana & Carolina Diaz 7. Henrique Jordan, Sandra & Viviana Diaz, Oscar Perea

1. Rebeca Calvet, Lola Mateu, Susana Roth, Maria Jose Gil 2. Maria Luisa Martinez, Maria Luisa de Marchena, Rosario Turnes, Marisa Rodrigo, Giannina Cobo 3. Andreina & Philip Henriquez 4. Christian Sannia, Maite Boto, Tom Roth, Florencia Diaz de Onate, Silvia Sannia, Claudia Waldman 5. Annette, Guido, Teresa Mena 6. Juan Carlos, Carla, Andrea & Ana de Haro 7. Vicente & Marisa Rodrigo 8. Rosario & David Vurgait, Rosario Turnes 9. Mercedes de Marchena, Alfred & Marisabel Leon, Frank de Marchena 10. Ennio Scotto, Rosella Napolitano, Isbelia & Lorenzo Di Stefano 11. Juan Carlos Pombo, Catalina Diaz, Giannina & Alex Cobo 12. Fabian & Maria Emilia Izquierdo, Maria Alejandra Villegas, Miranda & Eric Hernandez 13. Maria Cristina & David Rousso, Vivian & Jorge de Marchena 14. Luisa, Carlos, Marilyn & Guido Aguilera 15. Silvia Sannia, Maria Luisa de Marchena, Gloria Noriega, Lola Mateu 16. Valentina Villegas, Daniela de Marchena, Carla de Haro, Sara Fuenmayor, Andrea de Haro

1. Luis Gabarda (CNB Chairman of Board), Alan D. Solomont, Jorge Gonzalez 2. Emilio Gonzalez (CNB Board Member), Daniel Pedrosa (IGAPE) 3. Rafael Miyar (CNB Board Member), Alan D. Solomont, Rafael Porras Lopez (CNB Board Member) 4. Mara Suarez and Patrick Villoldo (Banco Sabadell) 5. Isabel Fernandez, Javier Sanchez, Emilio Gonzalez, Mara Suarez, Alan D. Solomont, Luis Gabarda, Rafael Porras Lopez, Rafael Miyar, Jorge Gonzalez 6. Rafael Miyar, Mara Suarez, Luis Gabarda, Daniel Garcia-Pita (Bankia)

1. Jorge & Vivian Mendez, Mari Mayoral, Carmen Llano-White 2. Melissa White, Dr. Jorge Mendia, Pat Goodson, Carlos Batlle, Ana Gloria Rivas-Vazquez, Pat Dwyer 3. Matthias & Diane Kammerer, Steve Liedman 4. Patrick Dwyer, Kattia & Richard Goldstein 5. Helen White, Franklin Caplan, Steven Minor 6. Michele Barnett, Michael & Gloria Kahn, Marilyn Liedman, Bob Oldakowski 7. Onofre & Jane Torres 8. York & Trish Flik 9. Olga Campano, Liz Portuondo, Fran Gaynes, Joy Fried 10. Maria & Mike Davey, Ana Gloria Rivas Vazquez, Carlos Batlle 11. Anne & Eugenio Rothe, Ana Soler, Mayra Stone 12. Gonzalo & Ani Nuñez, Toby & Bill Roherer 13. Jo Watkins, Carl Goldman, Dottie Devaney 14. Patricia Romana, Ron Erbel, Victoria Jackson, Patricia Peraita 15. Nancy Dorke-Harrison, Jim & Susan Brewster and Mayra Lindsay 16. Ana Colls, Tod Hofferberth, J.R. Hernandez, Adriana Vizoso

Instead of stocking your whole bar for a get-together with friends and family this social season, try this easy punch that will not only warm up your guests during the chilly months but will also make everyone feel at home all year round! — Drink by Chef D. Chalaron

Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

What happens in Vegas may stay in Vegas, but without miles of discrete desert and prickly cacti to protect secrets from the rest of the world, the following stories of domestic disruption in Key Biscayne have reached our editorial ears. Let’s be honest, we are all fascinated by what happens behind closed doors, especially in a community as lavish as ours. The more sophisticated we are only means that we have higher standards when it comes to gossip. After all, every island has its secrets, especially ours! The following tales of misunderstood maids and mishaps will definitely give you fodder that will complement your social calendar this season! — Text by Key Biscayne Magazine Staff

These form-enhancing looks are sure to take your wardrobe to the next level this season and beyond — one piece at a time. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio; BlindLightStudio.com Stylist: Claudia Sanz; GreenGrassHouse.com Wardrobe: Available @ Facebook: Key Biscayne & Brickell Style by Green Grass Hair & Makeup: Khadine Ali; Khadine.net Talent: Rachell Martell w/ Next Miami Photography Assistant: Alvaro Peralta Production: Angela Bonilla for BlindLight Studio Location: Ligne Roset Miami; LigneRosetMiami.com

This Key Biscayne Ocean Club Condo is situated in Ocean Tower One close to the beach and all of The Ocean Club’s incredible amenities. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos by Antonio Eli Realtor: Jacqueline C. Gallardo, Ocean Club Realty; 786.473.3067; [email protected]

Get ready to meet a few professionals who are ready to help you create the home of your dreams with stunning spaces sure to transform your house into a functional showpiece that will make you the envy of your friends, your family and the entire neighborhood — one room at a time! — Text by Jacquelyn Benson

Find out how Key Biscayne resident Maria Teresa Rosette uses her skills in the kitchen to feed the needy and make the world a better place — one meal at a time. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson

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