Issue - March 2018

FASHION’S FUTURE

Leading Italian fashion, art & design school, Istituto Marangoni, celebrated the grand opening of its first U.S. campus with an exclusive bash in the Miami Design District. Photos by World Red Eye

FORK FIRST

If you spend more time trying to decide where to eat than the time you actually spend at the restaurants you pick, The Naughty Fork is a must-follow.

YOU MISSED A SPOT, BOT…

Remember Rosie from The Jetsons? She could get coffee ready in the morning, dinner started while George was on his way home, and clean the house as the family slept.

STYLE LEADERS

Philanthropists and fashionistas joined Lafayette 148 New York and The Underline for an evening of shopping at their Brickell City Centre store. Photos by World Red Eye

LOVE YOURSELF

Bloomingdale’s hosted a healthy dose of self-love, beauty tips and philanthropy during a special Valentine’s Day Vanity event to benefit Soccer For Peace.

DESIGN MINDS

Housing Works hosted Design On A Dime Miami, where more than 30 interior designers and influential tastemakers created room vignettes with new furniture, art and home décor merchandise.

BRILLIANT CAUSE

The Moments Of Brilliance Be A Voice Gala presented by Harry Winston was held at Mandarin Oriental on Brickell Key to benefit Voices For Children Foundation.

REAL INSIGHT

Brick O. Real Estate hosted a Master Brokers Forum Regional Advisory Board Meeting at The Ivory in Bay Harbor Islands.

The 411

Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida.

ISLAND POUR

Never has a cocktail more aptly represented the essence of Key Biscayne than El Farito at Lightkeepers, a refreshing, flavorful libation that gets better and better with every sip.

THE VIP TOUCH

Whether you stroll into Blackbird Ordinary for the music, the ambiance or the drinks on any given day or night, Jill Cohen and her staff will ensure that you arrive with a warm welcome and leave feeling like a VIP.

PARTY PLAYBOOK

Timeless best-sellers on etiquette from the likes of Emily Post and Amy Vanderbilt have been the bibles of entertaining at home for decades, but now it’s time to blend their social wisdoms with our free-thinking, hashtag-laden, laid-back world.

PROGRESSIVE EDUCATORS

Innovative and progressive, KLA Elementary School provides children with not only a quality education, but also a meaningful life experience that nurtures and respects the whole child, immersed in a safe and inspiring environment where authentic learning can truly take place.

DIET REVOLUTION

Losing weight to look and feel better is great, but a healthy change in eating habits can be a lifesaver, helping reduce the chance of heart disease, diabetes and much more. Cutting back on beer, burgers, bourbon and Bordeaux has the added benefit of improving your financial health, too.

PLATES & POURS 2018

After a year of taste-testing the most decadent sips and bites the city has to offer, we introduce you to our annual Plates & Pours: Miami’s 50 Best Dishes, Drinks, Desserts & Dining Experiences sure to satisfy even the most discerning diner.

CIAO BELLA, CIAO BELLO

Celebrating all the "Bel Paese" has to offer, we meld international experiences with exquisite fashion essentials to create an Italian extravaganza worthy of a shopping spree with global appeal.

EAT YOUR GREENS

Mixing the colors of Spring with the best of the harvest yields a delicious story that encourages a healthy lifestyle and timeless looks that will last a lifetime.

HOT! HOT! HOT!

Meet some of Miami’s top toques ready to make all of your culinary dreams come true with signature techniques sure to satiate even the most voracious appetites and whet even the most discerning palates — one delicious plate at a time.

SUNSHINE IN A BOTTLE

The purveyor of one of Miami’s most iconic beverages, Carlos Blanco, Sr., of Ironbeer fame is boldly bringing the Sunshine Bottling Company into the 21st Century.

CLEAR ELEGANCE

Skeleton watches are a marvel of engineering, designed to allow a glimpse of the inner workings, a symphony of gears moving in perfect harmony. Bell & Ross takes the concept to levels literally never seen before with the masterpiece BR-X1 Tourbillon Skelton-Sapphire.

ZOMBIETOWN EXPRESS

The President’s Limo, a.k.a “The Beast” is nice enough, but it looks like a Toyota Camry next to this SUV. The Rhino is tough enough to survive a zombie invasion, but it has an interior that’s nicer than The Donald’s ride.

EMBELLISH ME UP!

On runways across the globe, couture gowns are increasingly evolving into masterpieces straight out of a fashion-focused fairytale. Augment your wardrobe this season by considering some of the brands taking the lead on this glamorous trend.

BRAISED & CONFUSED

An essential aspect of any properly prepared American meal, meat of all varieties can often leave a hole in our grocery budgets. Below we’ve collected some timely tips to save you a few extra bucks.

AY-PICUREAN

Think you have to continent-hop to enjoy the finest in international cuisine? Think again. Long known for its historical fur trade and little else, Quebec is fast emerging as the destination for those wishing to enjoy truly rarified cuisine.

FOOD BUDGETING

Meal planning and grocery shopping are always a challenge. The good news is that you can eat healthy, even on the most super-tight budget. The key is being flexible, creative and shopping smart.

SUCCESS PETS

Springtime has finally invaded our city, and what better to celebrate the feel-good grooves and luxuriously lovely weather than with a furry friend of your very own? Below are a few pooches selected from local shelters and rescues.

STONE BOLD

Ancient history by the standards of our thoroughly modern metropolis, in 1913 our marvelous Magic City was hardly a blip on the map, a humble beachside community with little to its name besides a great deal of promise.

GASTRONOMIC DELIGHT

The Tennis term “serve” takes on new meaning at The Citi Taste Of Tennis, a unique opportunity to be served fabulous food prepared by leading chefs and some of the word’s top tennis players.

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Philanthropic Champions

Giving back is essential for building stronger communities, fostering empathy and inspiring the next generation. It cultivates a sense of responsibility and creates opportunities for those in need. Ultimately, it enriches both the giver and the receiver in ways that only those who experience altruism for themselves can understand.

Home Away From Home

Supporting health and wellness through lodging, meals, activities and a community of care for critically ill children and their families who need to be near a hospital for treatment, Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida.