Lifestyle
Helping Hands
An institution formed by the charitable hearts of millions, Mercy Hospital represents everything positive our emergent metropolis offers.
Family Marvel
Taking the term “Super Mom” to a whole new level, we introduce you to a trio of Key Biscayne moms who have been able to balance life, work and motherhood seamlessly, tenderly and with lots of love!
Positive Impact
Bibiana Domit believes that we are in this life to live our dreams. She credits her fearless confidence, quiet nature, excellent imagination, creativity and stubbornness with helping her launch Tullys, a globally endearing children’s brand.
Contractor Woes
Homeowner complaints that their General Contractor won’t pay attention to them abound. Here’s the 411 on those delay tactics and how to find the right fit when it comes to home improvement projects.
Tax Insight
While real estate cycles ebb and flow, Key Biscayne continues to attract high net worth international investors and families looking for that “Island Paradise!” For a non-resident buying a vacation home or an investment property for rental purposes, it’s important to note some significant tax issues that face non-residents.
Marvelous Monaco
The gilded and lavish coastal principality of Monaco reigns most supreme as the jetsetting playground to the world — with or without The Royals, it takes the crown. Here are a trio of gems not to miss on your next visit.
Best Friends
What makes our idyllic island summers even better? Someone to share them with! Which is exactly why we recommend the below furry friends, sourced from select local shelters and rescues throughout the city.
Mist Magic
Spring is once more gracing the thoroughfares and byways of The Magic City, and with it that most draining of seasonal sightseer. And no, we aren’t talking about tourists. Mosquitoes have a far bigger presence.
Molto Delizioso
Masterfully melding the cultured and the casual, Tutto Pizza & Pasta’s effortlessly authentic selection manages to provide family-friendly fare without a dumbed-down menu.
Mommy Matters
A friend of mine recently welcomed his first child into the world. Imagine his wife’s shock when her mother-in-law arrived at the baby shower with a dictionary-sized manual on parenting that had been passed down the family chain for more than a century.
No Business like SNOW Business
Skiing? In Key Biscayne? SkiUSA makes this seemingly paradoxical entrepreneurial interest work so well, planning ski vacations of a lifetime to some of the most coveted destinations on the planet.
Skier’s Jewel
A favorite amongst the world’s most expert skiers, the Ski Portillo resort in Portillo, Chile, remains relatively unknown by the general public. SKIUSA Founder & Principal Eduardo Gaz, who has been going to this idyllic destination for the past 21 consecutive years, thinks it’s the perfect way to beat Florida’s summer heat.
Key Ruff-Scayners
As edenic as a Village summer may be, you could always add a little something extra; specifically, the undying affection of a lifelong companion. Below are just a few passionate pooches eager to join in an island adventure.
Rusty, Reborn
An iconic institution based on one of our most scenic bay sides, sandy standby The Rusty Pelican is instituting some innovative new changes for their customer base.
Children First
Dramatically enhancing Nicklaus Children Hospital’s ability to serve the region’s youth, the facility’s new Advanced Pediatric Care Pavilion offers a leading-edge care environment combined with amenities to support critically ill kids — and the families who love them.
Family Fundays
You don’t have to lie to us, Key Rats. While raising children is undoubtedly one of the greatest joys man can conceive, it can also occasionally be as draining on our patience as it is on the pocketbook. That’s precisely why we’ve highlighted the below activities that’ll wear your tiny tots out while adding to their college fund savings in the process.
Happy LOL’s
There hasn’t been a day that’s gone by since I met my wife that she hasn’t made me laugh out loud. Her sense of humor is Comedy Central worthy; she’s HILARIOUS beyond compare.
Boutique Special
Kendra Scott hosted a special “Kendra Gives Back” party to celebrate the Grand Opening of the brand’s first Miami store at Brickell City Centre.
Arriving in Style
Looking stylish and chic when traveling is not an easy undertaking — here are a few tips
to help make it a fashionably pleasant experience.
Isle Greats
One thing that’s easy to tell about our island: From its pedestrian-friendly byways to its bevy of bark parks, Key Biscayners love dogs! For just those Key Rats interested in increasing their family size by one, we’ve collected below a selection of star pooches eager for a taste of island living.
Happy Times
If you do one thing every day that makes you happy, eventually you will create a pattern of behaviors that will lead you to a lifetime of content. Here are a few things you can do right now to shift your mindset and change your life.
Elite Dining
The artful ultra-luxury condominium Oceana Bal Harbor just got even more exclusive with the recent opening of Ballerina, the first residents-only restaurant operated by Starr Catering Group in Miami.
Rock It!
I don’t know a single person who hasn’t at one point or another stood in front of their closet and uttered the dreaded phrase: “I have nothing to wear!”
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.
Snow Fate
For more than 50 years, Vail has been a premier destination for passionate skiiers, snowboarders, world-class athletes and families alike. SKIUSA Founder & Principal Eduardo Gaz is a fan of its renowned slopes and the nearby exclusive Beaver Creek, complete with lavish amenities, impeccable service and slopes worthy of World Cup racing.
Aww-Stars
The holiday season is upon us, a time to put family at the forefront of our minds. And what better way to celebrate family than to add another member to it? Below are perfect pooches that’ll help complete any home.
Sunshiney Days
Solar co-ops help bring affordable green power to homeowners. Based on the same principal as buying in bulk, co-op members purchase solar panel systems together to save money and make the process less daunting.
Myths Debunked
A lot of what is believed to be venerable ski wisdom is actually false. To get to the heart of the matter, we asked Ski Travel Expert & Avid Skier Eduardo Gaz to give us the truth about some common ski myths.
Casa Canine
You can’t put just any dog house in the backyard of a multi-million dollar Key Biscayne home, especially if that backyard can be seen from the water. The Solution? An architecturally significant Dog Manor.
Soul Wander
It’s extremely rare that I wake up to an alarm in the morning — even when I set one, I naturally awaken with the warm glow of the sun on my face and the spirited chirping of birds outside.
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.
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.
Simply Irresistible
A chef-driven concept kitchen with serious legs, Top Chef champ Jeremy Ford provides our populace with refreshing repast at Stubborn Seeds.
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.
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.