Lifestyle
Game, Set, Match!
Since I was a baby, the Miami Open has been called many things. During its first year in Key Biscayne in 1987 (the inaugural playing of the tournament took place in 1985 in Delray Beach; 1986 was played in Boca West), it was known as The Lipton.
Seas The Day
This month, we explore everything on, in and around the beautiful azure waters that surround our paradise by the sea.
Educational Adventurers
Just south of Miami in exotic Florida Keys, Seacamp provides experiential education in marine studies to students aged 8 to 21 years old with a focus on hands-on and interactive programs.
Compass Pets
What better way to celebrate St. Valentine’s on our still-temperate isle than adding a sweet treat to your already loving home? Below, we’ve selected the top-dogs from our city’s most reputable rescues.
Food Fiesta
Mustering forth with the bold manifesto to eat, drink and educate, Feb. 21-25 sees the Food Network & Cooking Channel’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival once more erupt on our shores.
Mr. Sandman
An artist whose love of that most childlike of crafting materials has sustained itself through adulthood, sandcarver Matt Long’s fantastical creations awaken the wonder and admiration of effort that all great pieces should inspire.
Yachting Pages
Coffee table books matter more than ever in our digital age, especially when we have a strong affinity for the subject matter. The following beautiful volumes will make you pause for a moment and daydream.
Shuckin’ & Jivin’
In honor of the awe-inspiring MIBS and all the marine merriment it entails, this month we tip our hats and raise our glasses to Shucker’s Waterfront Grill, a true bastion in our extensive dock-and-dine scene.
Boating Endorphins
Tired of people seeing your time spent on the water as frivolous play? The following health facts will fill up your boat with family and friends as you turn your critics into converts.
A Boat Story
When organizers announced the exciting move of the Miami International Boat Show to Key Biscayne a few years ago, it made national headlines. Interstingly, many did not realizing that the show actually began on the island back in 1941.
Nautical Necessities
In honor of the Miami International Boat Show, we’ve scoured all corners of our marketplace for the finest in marine accessories sure to get you eager to set sail.
Yacht Thrills
Key Biscayne becomes the ultimate destination for boating enthusiasts from around the globe as both the Miami International Boat Show and Strictly Sail drop anchor at the Miami Marine Stadium Park & Basin to create one all-inclusive venue featuring over $3 billion in all things nautical on Feb. 15-19.
If that isn’t enough vessels, boat gear and accessories for you, there's also the completely separate Miami Yacht Show on Collins Avenue and the
invitation-only Super Yachts Miami on Watson Island running concurrently featuring another $1 billion in yachts and nautical merchandise to explore.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida.
Beachside Treasure
The masterpiece 240-unit luxury condominium, Oceana Bal Harbour from developer and art mogul Eduardo Costantini is expected to break records in South Florida with a $1.3 billion sell out. It’s already revered as one of the most successful real estate developments in Miami.
Artsy Accessories
While Art Week may only arrive once a year, the mark it leaves on our shores is wide. Below are some top-notch artsy accessories to help give your home that artsy feel year round.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida.
Premier Prosecco
A satisfyingly light concoction inspired by our city’s recreational vibe, enjoy this chicly crafted cocktail in any of our many scenic locales.
Exceptional Accesories
With fixtures and lighting seamlessly balanced on the cutting-edge of both pragmatism and comfort, Farrey’s Lighting + Bath contains everything anyone could want to make their house a home.
Artistic Adventures
Able experts at navigating one of the world's most creative of carouses, we’ve corralled some choice tips for curating a delightful and hassle-free experience during this year’s Art Week.
Simply Irresistible
A chef-driven concept kitchen with serious legs, Top Chef champ Jeremy Ford provides our populace with refreshing repast at Stubborn Seeds.
Gaga Gallery
A clear counterpoint to the image of the art collector as a stodgy, cobwebbed miser, collector couple Javier & Monica Mora take a lively approach to their appreciation of the visual arts.
And Then There Was Light
Although perhaps not as scenically placed as the more recognizable Cape Florida, the lesser recognized (but equally romantic) Fowey Rocks Lighthouse is located a scant 7 miles off the coast of Key Biscayne.
Young Investors
Teaching children about money is something on every parent’s to-do list. But what about investing for teens and young adults? They have the great advantage of time. In fact, there’s no better time to start than right now.
Whippet Good
What’s better than enjoying perfectly mild temperature while your friends’ social media is streaming the latest snow storm? Sharing it with a friend! Collected below are 3 precious pups from local rescues who’d love to be your tanning partner during the yuletide season.
Curated With Compassion
Beauty. It inhabits every aspect of our isle, from its scenic natural lustre to the enticing interiors of our homes. Meet a woman responsible for imbuing it with that much more aesthetic excellence.
Forceful Form
A first-generation Cuban artist and unimpeachable portion of our city’s artistic community, Abstrk’s work encapsulates the whole of an ever-complex civic consciousness.
Show Me The Way
Despite the celebrities, gentry and throngs of tourists that flock to the French Riviera’s top vacation spot, St. Tropez remains La Peregrina Pearl of the Côte d’Azur.
Super Cycle
Adding a bold new “spin” to indoor cycle centers, Key Biscayne’s new RPM Indoor Cycling sports everything necessary to take your fitness regimen to a whole new level.
Dr. Dog
New research shows that the microbes contained in a dog’s gut could have a probiotic effect on the human body — fostering the growth of positive microorganisms and enhancing overall health.
Ace Accessories
Great news for fashion fans everywhere: That indisputable Gables go-to for hot clothing options, Neiman Marcus, has just premiered a new area devoted to the hottest handbags.
On Display
A few years ago when my wife was cleaning out her storage unit on a mission to de-clutter her life, she came across a painting she made in elementary school that won 1st Place at the Youth Fair.
Eco Alert
Leading scientists have warned us for years of the consequences involving climate change and the inevitable doomsday waltz our planet is entangled in. Our ecosystem is in peril so right about now is a good time to bust out the superhero suit.
