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The folks at Fine Surfaces & More utilize the most respected materials from COMPAC: The Surfaces Company to help you reach culinary nirvana…one kitchen at a time. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Fine Surfaces & More

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.

Get ready to tour one of the most serene rooftop terrace condos on Key Biscayne, just steps away from the ocean with jaw-dropping views. Fall in love with sunrises and sunsets all over again. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of Kari Madera Realtor: Kari Madera; 305.439.3998; [email protected]

One way to think of zen is as a total level of focus that yields a sense of harmony between mind, body and soul. Zen is a way of being — and it’s also a state of mind. If your goal is to find complete, absolute and balanced peace in your life and surroundings, follow this A-Z guide to ensure that you start heading on the path toward complete serenity — even if just for a few moments. — Text by Cristina Zuazua

Through ArtCares, Key Biscayners Liz Portuondo, Tania Quintana and Dorian Rosen take a creative approach to helping kids with cancer. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson Photos courtesy of ArtCares

Artist Ed King’s paintings embody the artist’s love for nature in a joyfully unconventional way. “If you take a close look at my artwork, you’ll notice most of it is outdoors,” he points out.

We all know being healthy makes you look cooler — after the fact. But often the gear we’re forced to sport to keep ourselves in top shape could make Coco Chanel roll over in her grave. Here are a few items we’ve selected for both health promotion and a decent sense of style.

We contacted Richard A. Reed, CPA, M. Tax, of Lancaster & Reed to get an update on the new so-called “Shadow FBAR” requirements for the 2011 tax year.

Since its inception, the M-Class has redefined what an SUV can be, with a legacy of groundbreaking safety and earth-embracing performance. — Car Reviews by Marlen Bedoya

If your looking to get in the right beat, then march on over to the TransAtlantic Festival to experience soundbites from just about every corner of the world for two days of dancing, swaying, listening and singing.

Looking for a truly elegant spot for a night on the town? Let the voice of the people be your guide.

When it comes to clothes, electronics and cars, it’s common knowledge that different generations have different needs and desires. Finally, the home building industry is catching on.

Does your kitchen need a new look? Well, the thought of redesigning can send you scurrying for the nearest bed to hide under.

Mobile phones, laptops and tablets are admittedly fabulous treats of modern living, but they come with a high price in terms of what they demand of our time and attention. These 3 organizations are urging us in different ways to pay attention to what we lose when we adopt new technologies, and break the tyranny of the machines.

We like to think of him as the granddaddy of awesome: Ernest Hemingway, the original man’s man.

These stunning timepieces pay homage to two truly inspiring figures while making sure you get complements with every tick-tock as you arrive on time and in style wherever your agenda takes you.

The team at PREPWORKS has helped thousands of students achieve personal bests on SAT and ACT scores since 2005. In the process, they’ve figured out a few key tips that will help students preparing for these important tests strive for success.

Next time someone tells you to stop and smell the roses, maybe you should! And not just because we’re in the midst of spring! — Text by Jorge Arauz, Editor in Chief. Photo by Mario Pascual

1. Naydu Commenoz, Ana Maria & Estefania Ortega 2. Susana Pais, Julia Ventura, Veronica Van-Der-Molen 3. Jordan & Joyce Keiser 4. Ysee Gaudel, Charlotte Franchissey 5. Patricia Baldocchi, Cristina Regalado 6. Carmen Chiriboga, Diana Hernandez, Hortencia Linero, Gloria Murcio 7. Beth Kaiser, Evelyn Agra, Nancy de Jesus 8. Charlotte Franchissey, Naydu Commenoz and Joyce Keiser 9. Oliver Benjamin and Angela Languois-Gonzalez 10. Alexandra Personeni and Carolina de Panfilis 11. Jo Ann Young and Gladys Leon 12. Sasha Gold and Jerry and Beth Kaiser 13. Stephanie Rodriguez and Naydu Commenoz 14. Patricia Bona and Carolina de Panfilis 15. Sharene Ennigham and Tania and Amthor Cairotozzi

1. Katie & Lori Rombeiro, Jannine Ersfeld, Gloria Plaza, Sherry Cowan 2. Maggie Burke, Dottie Goldberg, Bob Vale, Bonnie Craiglow 3. Marilyn Miles, Paolo Donoflio 4. William & Nydia Schenck, Ron Erbel 5. Jose & Aly Gugliatto 6. Michael Cross, Vicky Rada, Carmen & Don Cross, Gonzalo Calderon 7. Bertila Pozo, Jose & Lolo Castro, Maria Lorenzini 8. Alberto & Katherine de Castro, Maggie & Jorge Llanso

1. Jeanne Shinefield, Mary Duncan, Rosanna Karpiak 2. Anna Desisto, Shirley Dunetz, Ronny Scudieri 3. Joyce Potanovich, Maria Giuffrida 4. Ralea Bobrow, Jill Latell 5. Staria Petersen, Claudette Endacott 6. Karen Inverso, Lynn Liddell, Shirley Dunetz 7. Mirella La Salle, Mary Romano 8. David & Joy Montserrat 9. Frederique Barder, Hazel Tomlinson 10. Pat Shaw, Bernard & Doris Nemtzow 11. Roberta Canavan, Lurlene-Gasner, Grace Lane 12. Diana Castillo, Barbara Khan 13. Robert Feinschreiber, Magaret Kent 14. Alex & Shayna Varkas

1. Dr. Dania Meelenick, Dr. Maria Yazji, Dr. Paul Benjamin, Dr. Anthony Alonso, Dr. Teresa Lozano 2. David Salim, Ivelisse Santos, Marie Viteri, Tony Viteri 3. Dr. Paul Benjamin, Dr. Irene Marron 4. Cely Rereda, Bruce Beatt 5. Nicole Lugo, Ofelia Seigle 6. Maria V. Yazji, Sandra Andrade, Maria Delgado, Annie Gomez, Julian Gutierrez 7. Dr. Maria Yazji, Tony Menendez, Christina Landino

1. Nicole Marley, Jose Mendez, Amy Sweeting, Suli Olavarria, Carolina Zalles 2. Brigeitt E. Dejugnac, John & Kate Asturias 3. Joe & Jackie Kellogg 4. Amarylli Fridegotto, Sylvia Sannia 5. Pedro & Carolina Lujan 6. Amy & Jamie Sweeting, Janine Ersfeld, Justin Jones 7. Roberto Intriano, Malena Legarre, Narciso Muñoz 8. Vicki Hernandez, Lynda Anderson, Kathryn Carrero, Stephanie Anderson 9. Stacy & Rudy Santayana, Cecilia Luaces 10. Ulises Hernandez, Grace Batlle, Rodrigo & Erika Medina 11. Linda Leung, Aliette Arner, Sandra Manzieri, Joan Nordhagen, Elizabeth Ainslie, Laura Hernandez 12. Julie Garcia, Lazaro Sobrado, Maria McGrath 13. Gloria Plaza, Silvia Tarafa, Sharlesque Hill 14. Stephen Conley, Ana & Joe Valles 15. Erika Medina, Helga & David Dienes, Marilse & Fernando Riojas 16. Jackie & PJ Keenan, Mariana Hardy, Encina Neira

1. Sheldon Anderson, Miguel Farra, Edward Easton, Dave Lawrence 2. ADA Board Leaders: Jaret Davis, Jose A. Hernandez-Solaun, Daniel Santos, David Barbeito, Beth Morgan, Roxana Sora, Flavia Llizo, Brenda Alfaro, Jennifer Marks, MD 3. David Barbeito, Miguel Farra 4. Jennifer Marks, MD 5. Cristina Sora, Roxana Sora 6. Oscar Montes, Lizzie Easton, Eddie Easton, Edward Easton, Olivia Easton, Amy Easton, Nancy Easton, Mac Easton 7. Nelly Farra, Miguel Farra, Nelly Farra 8. Matthew Anderson, Florence Anderson, Sheldon Anderson, John Allen Anderson

1. Maite Thorton, Gigi Costa, Alexa Holloway, Hortencia & Christina Hacker 2. Corino & Carlos Silva, David & Reina Gonzalez, Carlos & Maria Triay 3. Dyan Simon, Tim & Doreen Stickney 4. Donna Rice & Gail Fried 5. Naysbelli & Dwight Hewitt 6. Charlie Nash, Joy Fried, Angela Nash, Mort Fried 7. Nanci Tellam, Brown & Carmen Glen, Gabrielle & Tony Octavio 8. Ron & Lisa Drucker, Antonio & Nora Camejo 9. York & Trish Flik, Kara & Scott Sharp, Annie & Ed Hernandez 10. Jennifer, Joe, Joe Sr. & Susie Coote 11. Bob & Hortencia Hacker, Mark & Gail Fried 12. Beatriz Lluen, Robin Macklin 13. Bill & Nancy Wilson 14. Susie Pennell, Ricardo Sidor & Christina Hacker 15. Gary Daper, Theo Holloway, Chris Rutledge 16. Jo Abrahmshon, Jerry & Zena Grey, Dr. Glenn Abrahmshon

1. Florencia Godward, Wico Bueno, Sheela Batalha, Eoghan & Barbara Clear, Ronald Batalha, Eugenio del Barrio. 2. Ronald Batalha, Aline Miccieli, John Paul Roxo, Eoghan Clear 3. Ed & Amy Easton 4. Christian Batalha, Natalie Batalha, Christie, Patrick Batalha, Ricardo Dupond, Catalina Santaella, Dylan & Ryan Batalha. 5. Patrick Batalha, Elena Del Barrio, Ricardo Du Pond 6. The Macia Family 7. Jose Caldeira, Francisco Ruiz, Aline Miccieli, Paulo Ribenboim, John Paul Roxo, Eugenio Del Barrio 8. Concha Coca, Karla Bueno, Sheela Batalha, Luciana Ribenboim, Florencia Godward, Amy Easton, Beatriz Coca, Silvana Caldeira, Catalina Santaella, Beatriz Sanchez, Ana Tootle.

For generations, this single phrase struck fear into the hearts of employees and their spouses. Today, this concept is not on many radars, although it definitely should be if professional ladder-climbing is in the cards. — Text by David C. Cleland

If you’re thinking shots, hopefully you’re just about ready to put those college binge-drinking days behind you. It’s time to reinterpret one of the most misunderstood distilled beverages on the planet like never before. — Text by David C. Cleland

From aspirational to attainable, these convertible roadsters are sure to keep your head looking up toward the possibilities — top up or down! — Text by bill Lindsey Photos courtesy of respective brands

Key Biscayner Tim Bryan is passionate about bringing jobs back into America, and has gained national recognition for the progress of his initiatives; it’s work to be very proud of, and work that’s being handled from his home office on the Key. — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos by Chantal Lawrie

On an island where family reigns supreme and parents often have to juggle home life, work and community without a hitch, we tap our hats toward a few world-class moms who masterfully balance every aspect of their life with pure love and total devotion. — Interviews: Jorge Arauz Photography: Andres Hernandez Hair & Makeup: Monica Gaviria; 305.322.4061 On-site Fashion Editor: Patricia M. Brea Location: Key Biscayne Yacht Club; 305.361.9171; KBYC.org

The newly re-opened The Rusty Pelican on Virginia Key is better than ever after a much-anticipated overhaul, with a new look, a new chef, a revamped menu…and, luckily, the same spectacular views! — Text by David C. Cleland Photos by Michael Pisarri

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.

Ah, the living room. The place where the family is most likely to get together — and get connected. Whether you use this central room as an entertainment mecca or prefer to keep it off-limits until your guests arrive, these picks are sure to take this all-important space in your home to the next level. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of respective brands

This spectacular Key Biscayne home is at once breathtaking and functional — for just about any size family. Ample, luxurious spaces throughout — inside and out — allow for many opportunities to live, relax and entertain at home. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos by lou Novick; Website: 840HarborDrive.com realtors: Brigitte de Langeron; 305.444.7493; [email protected] Brigitte Nachtigall; 305.710.9664; [email protected]

If you want your kids to grow up to be the best they can be in today’s society, read on to find out how you can do just that and more in today’s complex, ever-evolving world. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Flavia Llizo of American Diabetes Association is doing everything she can to raise awareness for the cause she is so passionate about. What’s even more remarkable is that she’s also on a mission to inspire people to make the world a better place by getting involved in whatever way they can. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson Photos courtesy of ADA

The Volvo Ocean Race is possibly the most exciting sailing event in the world. This race around the globe includes stops in Europe, South America and Asia through some of the most treacherous seas on Earth.

If you want to spruce up your poolside ambiance, check out these hot options sure to add some splash to any outdoor area you plan to utilize when the sun starts to scorch.

Looking for a reason to check out Miami’s impressive array of museums and cultural attractions? You’ve just found it.