Look around: Cuban food is all around us. Many of us grew up on the stuff, some of us have just discovered it. Whether you have a favorite dish or just order on-the-fly at your nearest Cuban restaurant, adding your own pizzazz can make all the difference.

At the end of a long day, nothing takes the pressure off better than a drink. But not all drinks are created equal. Next time happy hour is right around the corner, set your poison of choice aside and opt for a more creatively crafted cocktail.

Satiate your sweet tooth this month with this rum-based, lip-smacking decadent liquid sipper sure to add new life to any party from the holidays through New Year’s.

It’s never too late to let your imagination roam and encourage your artistic side to emerge. Get hands-on with the arts and open up your right-brain flow with an abundance of colorful opportunities you can take advantage of whenever creativity calls.

Each year, our editors and writers are actively exploring the plethora of options around town to bring you a comprehensive guide of things to do, see and experience around town. From Accommodations for the perfect staycation to Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Beauty, Shopping and Dining options, we’ve got you covered with our Editor’s Picks in various categories — no matter what you’re in the mood for.

Since not everyone has the same taste in boats, Miami has not one but two boat shows taking place the same weekend. If you’re being picky, you could say it actually has three shows, each at a separate location. From trailerable runabouts to magnificent superyachts, plus a flotilla of sailboats, this weekend truly has something for everyone. To make it even better, these shows also feature stunning collections of food, clothing, accessories, art, music and endless photo opps for the entire family.

Procrastination and Valentine’s Day are definitely not a match made in heaven. We’ve gathered a collection of out-of-this-world gift ideas that will make her swoon…and possibly faint from sheer disbelief. Just make sure you don’t spend it all in one place.

It’s that month! Time to roll out the chocolate bonbons and delicious truffles to declare our love to our inamorata or inamorato with sweet confections. Take pride in opting for local chocolatiers and have a chocolate fiesta.

Ever wonder just who is dancing on the side of the InterContinental Miami? Each year, the hotel hosts a Skyline Dancers competition and this year they took it to social media where people all over the world could submit video auditions for their chance to win a spot on the side of the building for the calendar year.

Without adequate iron — essential for the production of hemoglobin, which helps your red blood cells distribute oxygen to your body — anemia can develop. Iron deficiency is one of the most common ailments of our time. The following are signs that your iron count might not be where it needs to be.

Haven’t had a great night’s sleep in a long time? Well, neither have I...until now. I feel like I want to shout and tell the world about a new mattress that was delivered to my home just a few weeks ago that has allowed me to sleep like a baby ever since.

Dudes, listen up: Shopping for a Valentine’s Day gift can be overwhelming. So many flowers, so many chocolates, so many forced romantic dinners and so little direction. No one ever tells you what women really want…until now. Skip the clichés and try one of these options to make sure your Valentine’s is as lovely as your girl.

Life with my wife is full of surprises. From the moment I proposed to her at a crowded McDonald’s in India during a rare hail-filled summer sandstorm and lunar eclipse on a day that is the same forward and backward an hour before our flight back home, I knew our life together would be anything but ordinary.

For the better part of a century, the Old-Fashioned has been starring in cocktails around America and abroad. This year, take it into the future with a little extra kick.

We’ve all evolved our bar tastes at one point or another throughout our lives. The Jäger Bombs downed in college or the Happy Hour rail drinks ordered during the first couple of years in the workforce to save a little cash just don’t cut it anymore. Or maybe they do. Either way, it’s OK.

Nobody wants to take on the role of Etiquette Police at the table — but just because no one’s saying anything when a fine dining faux pas makes polite stomachs turn, doesn’t mean that everyone isn’t wishing someone had taught the perpetrator some manners.

The place you call home has a direct affect on your quality of life. The reason this is so is simple is because our surroundings dictate how life unfolds.

A passage into Africa leads to the Northern City of Marrakech — witnessing the buttery sun biding adieu to the day, with the faint silhouette of camels on the horizon, the smell of cedar and sweet mint tea, the anticipation of adventure begins the second one utters the name: Morocco.

What’s your favorite fruit? If your answer is anything but mango, read on to recharge your appetite for these exotic fruits that everyone should have in the freezer, fridge, nearby grocery store or backyard. After all, Miami is the mango capital of the nation.

There’s a new miracle crop sweeping the nation and its benefits are nothing short of extraordinary. Hemp seed might be just what the doctor ordered. This non-psychoactive variety of Cannabis Sativa is turning heads and causing commotion due to the crop’s sustainable and environmentally friendly characteristics.

Every day is a new chance to connect to the most conscious, healthy, honest, joyful version of ourselves. Luckily, healing ourselves with earthy products is made easy with Yogi Surprise.

Finding the perfect travel partner can be tricky. Best friends don’t necessarily travel well and bumping heads abroad is never fun. Follow these tips to ensure you’ve found yourself a true wanderlust-mate.

All anniversaries should be celebrated this beautifully. To commemorate 15 years of collaboration with The Rug Company, Paul Smith has taken his distinctive design aesthetic into a fresh new direction with muted pallets and unregulated pattern composition.

I remember the first time I played tennis when I was a teenager in middle school.

If you’ve ever sat down to a meal with someone who thinks they know a lot about food just because they have a blog, set up an account on a review site or had some restaurant experience back in high school, you may want to reconsider who you’re eating with.

Grab a few bottles of liquor, some mixers and a handful of bar tools and invite a group of friends over to take part in the most iconic cocktail showdown of all time.

The iconic Gin Fizz gets a modern-day, healthy makeover with this calorie-conscious version sure to refresh and delight no matter where your day (or night) takes you.

We’ve scoured the city to bring you the most delicious, delectable and downright buzz-worthy dishes, desserts, drinks and dining experiences around town.

Ever wonder what wacky tactics are employed to shed pounds around the globe? Well, some of the ones we’ve gathered might make you lose your appetite — or gain new insight into the science behind weight loss. Check out these bizarre diet and food trends for trimming and slimming that you may want to give a shot…or not!

Did you know your tastebuds have a direct correlation with your biochemistry on a sub-cellular level? Discover how travel, gastronomy and the right state of mind can take you as far as you’re ready to go.

We sought out a diverse group of workouts available throughout Miami and online and asked the pros why their workout is better than the competition. So if you’ve reached a plateau in your fitness and weight loss goals, maybe it’s time to ditch your current program and try one of these on for size.

Forget Generations X, Y and Z. Today’s children are our future and introducing them to the spirit of giving as soon as possible will help ensure the next generation is a compassionate bunch willing to lend a helping hand like no other generation before them.

When we step back to reflect on the characteristics that help define the greater Miami community, volunteerism may not be the first image that comes to mind. Most of the world envisions sun, fun and beautiful people. If you look a bit deeper, there are as many opportunities to engage with the community as there are particles of sand on the beach. Here’s a quick list to get you started.