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Meet the professionals who are ensuring the real estate market remains booming in Key Biscayne and beyond. From unforgettable showings to the humble mantras they live by, their stories will give you a unique glimpse into their hectic lives and might even inspire you to find a new home or two. — Text and interviews by Jacquelyn Benson Photos by Antonio Eli

Life Sciences Technology Dr. Jon Garito 516.569.0085; LifeSciTec.com Why we picked it: Coming up with a brilliant invention is one thing. Turning it into a marketable, usable...

Burns Ltd. 624 Crandon Blvd. Key Biscayne, FL 33149 305.361.2568 Why we picked it: Key Biscayne men are some of the best dressed in the country, and Burns...

Martha’s Unisex Hairstyling 104 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne, FL 305.361.6667 Why we picked it: Make an appointment for a simple haircut and discover talented beauty partners out...

Key Languages, Inc. 800 Crandon Blvd. Key Biscayne, FL 33149 305.365.5530 KeyLang.com Why we picked it: Looking to learn a new language? Forget Rosetta Stone. Nothing beats a personal...

Beraja Counseling Center By appt. only Key Biscayne, FL 33149 305.858.7763 BerajaCounseling.com Why we picked it: Individual and family counseling, parenting plans, gifted screenings and testing services to help...

Costa Med 260 Crandon Blvd., Ste. 46 Key Biscayne, FL 33149 305.361.7575 CostaMedRestaurant.com Why we picked it: TripAdvisor.com ranks Costa Med #1 out of 25 restaurants on the Key....

Studio South, Inc. 260 Crandon Blvd., Ste. 13 Key Biscayne, FL 33149 305.361.5910 Why we picked it: This local design firm provides world-class service with a signature personal...

Everglades National Park 40001 State Hwy.. 9336 Homestead, FL 33034 305.242.7700 NPS.gov Why we picked it: This tropical oasis of nature is a must-see for visitors and residents alike...

Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne 455 Grand Bay Dr. Key Biscayne, FL 33149 305.365.4500 RitzCarlton.com Why we picked it: It offers the best of both vacation worlds — a family-friendly getaway...

Here we are again! Another year, another Annual Guide! This year, we have once again taken the time to compile a comprehensive guide for...

Accountants Kiene Hand & Co Pa 200 Crandon Blvd # 322 Key Biscayne FL 33149-1615 305.361.2742 Kiene Hand & Co 240 Crandon Blvd # 203 Key Biscayne FL 33149-1597 305.856.8500 www.kienehand.com Lancaster & Reed...

1. Ana Somarriba, Daniel Gaviria 2. Mike Davey, Maria Thorne, Patricia & Lorenzo Peraita 3. Kattia & Richard Goldstein 4. Pauliana & Francisco Montes, Roberto Alvarez, Claudia Batlle 5. Patricia Romano, Juan Castro, Steven Minor, Michele Estevez, Mike Gonzalez 6. Guests enjoying eachother’s company during the event 7. Jaime & Natalia Millan 8. Ruben & Maggie Weisson, Fernando Arcimiega, Carlos Kellog 9. Ruben Weisson, Pedro & Ana Capo, Fernando Arcimiega 10. Guests enjoying the tasting 11. Adriana Spitale, Nelly Palmer 12. Hilary Guy, David, David & Daniel Gonzalez 13. Mathias Lichtenheld, Rebeca & Steve Geffin, Melissa Lichtenheld 14. James Venney, Susan Trochlich

1. Thomas Allraum, Steven Minor, Charlie Nash, Alan Fein 2. Nico Tejera, Teresita de Cespedes, Yoyi Souto 3. Ceci & Eduardo Sanchez, Nat & Robert Conser 4. Ana de Varona, Myriam Restrepo, Michelle Barnett, Bunnie Kruger, Margarita Isern 5. Otto, Marilyn & Willy Borroto, Monica & Jorge Luzarraga 6. Ruben & Maggie Weisson, Nancy Doke-Harrison & Peter Harrison 7. Frank Caplan, Gina Coleman 8. Maren Martinez, Ricky Martinez, Mayra Peña Lindsay, Steve Liedman 9. Martha Broucek, Cuqui Parapar, Ampy Benach, Marilyn Myles 10. Mary Allraum, Leni Weber, Naysbeli & Dwight Hewett 11. Ivonne McKee, Karina Fernandini, Alyeska Semch 12. David Foster, Reina & David Gonzalez, Cherry Foster 13. Susi Westfall, Gloria & Michael Kahn, Jane Torres 14. Naydu Commenoz, Mayra Santamaria, Dr. Carmen Ortiz

1. Jorge Luis & Marile Lopez, Mayda Cisneros, Terje Lundaas 2. Mezzo Soprano Courtney McKeown, Tenor Daniel Shirley, Soprano Brittany Ann Robinson, Baritone Joo Won Kang of FGO Young Artists Studio 3. Clara & Juan Toro 4. B.J. Batchelder, Christa Paul 5. Milton & Pat Wallace, Bunny Bastian 6. Mariapia & Laura Buccellati

1. John & Maria Opaciuch, Jorge Ortega 2. Frederick Stromeyer, Lucy Viteri 3. Raiza Mejia, Angela Rizzi 4. Ralph Cabrera, Ana Veliz de Lamar 5. Sharon Van Zwieten, Edgar & Olga Sabbagh 6. Allison Cohen, Debbie Sperber

1. Christina Termine, Ana Somarriba 2. Adriana Dorta, Brigitte Nachtigall, Maria Cruz Waterhouse, Luz Estela Houlzet 3. Lexi Dinanno, Darleyne Chauve 4. Elimelin Cesin, Karina Heredia 5. Eloisa Tsutsumi, Gabriela Jimenez 6. Mary Jo Pinedo, Linda Chehab, Vanessa Sanz de Acedo 7. Lourdes Sanchez, Diana Stambulie, Gladys Fontes 8. Silvia Fassardi, Diana Ugarte 9. Andreina Viso, Carolina Borberg 10. Lisette Ramirez, Nakir Rojas 11. Maria Patricia Somarriba, Valeria Stecchi 12. Marilyn Myles, Veronica Rodriguez, Raja Otky 13. Liede De Valdivieso, Betty Gittings, Olga Coles

1. Martin & Florencia Ferrari, James & Valery Judd, Peter & Elizabeth McGrath 2. Luke Manley, Bea Lam, Kevin Andrews 3. Musicians 4. Theo & John Long 5. Judy Kreeger, Lyn Farmer, Blair Hensley 6. Brad O’Toole, Kari Buttrose, Daniel & Petra D’Agostino 7. Luz Quiroga, Candelaria Badessich, Pia Ferrari, Clara Quiroga 8. Mariano, Claudia, Josefina and Fernando Rongvaux

1. Luciana Mendes, Claudia Leme, Cristina Simoes 2. Paulo Leme, Liana & Ricardo Rivas 3. Brenda Fonseca, Carol Silva, Consuelo & Henrique Zuppardo 4. Rosana Barreto, Soraia Valladares, Silvana Giuffrida, Luciana Ribenboin 5. Ronaldo & Glice Parente, Patu & Paulo Zottolo 6. Cecilia & Fabiano Vivacqua, Sulei & Luciano Roberts

1. Vivian Galego-Mendez, Kathye Black, Reina Gonzalez 2. Silvia Bermudez, Vicky Rua, Ana Collngette, Giulietta Ulloa 3. Karla Diaz-Ceballos, Ifigenia Gonzalez 4. Dael & Suah Ledesma 5. Susie Pennell, Sherry Cowan, Barbara Lamar 6. Maria Phillips. Michele Barnett, Casia Silva, Karen Llorente 7. Heidi Brito, Mary Prado. Nydia Rundle, Ani Nuñez 8. Gabriel Chavarria, Conchita Caserta, Arturo Fundora

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

Indulge in one of these luxury cruises and explore the world without repacking your suitcase with some of the most exclusive cruise offerings from local vacation firm Brickell Travel. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson Photos courtesy of Brickell Travel Reservations: Brickell Travel; 305.856.8889; BrickellTravel.com *On-board credit offers only available by booking through Brickell Travel

Looking for the perfect piece to make a statement this holiday season? Check out this round-up of some of South Florida’s most venerable jewelers. The luxurious pieces they’ve created are sure to make you a stand-out through New Year’s and beyond. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson Photos courtesy of respective jewelers

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.

‘Tis the season for fabulous jewelry! Whether seeking something decadent & sparkling for yourself or a gorgeous holiday gift, this season’s latest collections from local Key Biscayne jeweler, Diamonds On The Key, is sure to please with that perfect something special for everyone on your list. — Photography by Andres Hernandez Model: Silvia Ribeiro Makeup Artist: Monica Gaviria Jewelry: All available at Diamonds On The Key; 1.305.851.1460; DiamondsOnTheKey.com

Island living takes on new meaning at this spectacular condo in Key Biscayne’s Ocean Tower 1, complete with all the luxury and amenities you’ll ever want. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of Planomatic Realtors: Doug Kinsley; 305.361.3440; 305.215.5900; [email protected] Cristian Gonzalez Black; 305.775.3426; [email protected]

Stumped on what to get for everyone on your holiday shopping list? Check out these fabulous — and fabulously local — ideas, all available right here in Key Biscayne. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson

Inspired by his dad, Key Biscayne teen Michael Kelly is helping people in need find their smiles overseas — and bringing a smile to his own face in the process. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson

Hate the name, love the shade: Deborah Lippman’s Boom Boom Pow is a gleefully gold-flecked indulgence. Lippmann is known as the manicurist to the...

There’s no more private place to take an important medical test than the comfort of your own home. Thanks to Home Access health tests,...

It’s silent. It’s fast. And we’re pretty sure it’s stupidly fun. The Exo Watercraft is a solidly built meeting of jetski and boogie board,...

Those kids who used to taunt you in the schoolyard for wearing glasses will be wishing they didn’t have 20/20 when they see these...

Treat your family to one of the city’s finest holiday traditions: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker at the Miami City Ballet. The show boasts a...

How healthy is your home? Find out with the Home Detox Green Toolbox. This kit contains tools that measure dust levels, mold spores, bacteria...

Infiniti’s popular G Convertible got a sleek makeover for the 2011 edition, with a revised front fascia in both sport and non-sport versions, new...

With your tablet or smartphone, there’s a world of information constantly available at your fingertips. If only you had more time to read it...

Looking for the freshest, most delectable mozzarella in the city? We’ve found it for you! Mimmos Mozzarella creates fine mozzarella and burrata cheeses made...

We love fabulous shoes. We love things that sparkle. Which makes us pretty sure that Christian Louboutin must be a mind-reader. Check out these...

The much-anticipated Paramount Bay development has an interesting character at the heart of its design: rock star Lenny Kravitz. Kravitz is the founder of...

Who says apartment living means you can’t enjoy the atmosphere and warmth of a real fireplace? Cozy up on those cooler nights by this...