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It’s Raining Macarons!
If you’re a fan of tasty, sweet macarons, learn a little bit of what goes into making them and discover a few of The Magic City’s finest specialty shops devoted to the petite pastry. — Text by Rony Mo
Best Face Forward
If you plan on being on the cover of Forbes, you’ll have noted already that modern CEOs aren’t aging like they used to.
Global Time
This year, the legendary watchmaker Hublot has taken the World Cup to a whole new level with a pair of luxury watches sure to compete with the footwork on the field. — Text by Yoshi Sanz
Hi-Tech Hottie
Once upon a time, you had crease-free eyes and a flaw-free complexion. Fast-forward a few years, deadlines, maybe some kids…you get the picture. — Text by Romi Clavijo
Better Business
Where one does business can be just as integral to a company’s success as how they do business. — Text by Sandy Lindsey & Stacy Wynn
Clean Out
With the options for natural cleanses growing by the day, it’s no easy task to find a program that’s right for you. These picks are sure to get you going in the right direction. — Text by Ros Prado
Sky Life
The chic Hyde Hotel & Residences Hollywood Beach will bring Miami hi-rise elan to just over the county line. — Text by Sandy Lindsey & Stacy Wynn
House Fix
Home improvement spending is on the rise again in South Florida, with kitchen and bath remodeling high on the list. — Text by Ros Prado
Healing Voice
The man behind Charity Angels is on a mission to make sure that everyone gets to smile, no matter what struggles they are going through in life. — Text by Dena Roché
Tax Recourse
Property tax season is upon us yet again, and throughout Florida each county’s Property Appraiser has been busy assessing property values within their county for the 2014 tax year. On Aug. 1, homeowners will receive a Notice Of Proposed Property Taxes (more commonly known as a “TRIM” Notice). — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Infield Hit
Tailgating is as American as the ballgames they celebrate. The Clevelander Marlins Park supersizes your pre-game by adding comforts like Giant Jenga, a swimming pool and an exclusive beer festival complete with a limited-release souvenir mug. — Text by Rony Mo
Summer Tresses
Whether you’re planning on spending your afternoon watching the sunset with a loved one, having cocktails on a sailboat or sipping champagne by the pool, romantic hair is all the buzz this summer. — Text by Ros Prado
Living Right
Normally, when you hear the word “garden” used when talking about real estate, it refers to landscaping. Dylan Terry is out to change all that. — Text Sandy Lindsey
Battery Included
If your last experience with an electric-powered car was a radio-controlled Radio Shack toy...or worse... prepare to be amazed by the sleek Tesla S 4-door sedan, a vehicle that’s begging to be driven. — Text by Bill Lindsey Photos courtesy of Tesla
Bottled Beauty
Ileana Collazo is a local artist who absorbs anything from blooming gaillardias to graffiti and transmutes it using prose, pallets and wine. — Text by Rony Mo
Green Gastronomy
French, when used as an adjective, imparts extraordinary characteristics to ordinary words like bread, press and kiss. Eden In Eden French Café follows suit by applying it to something you’d never believe: vegetarian cuisine. — Text by Rony Mo Photos courtesy of Eden In Eden
Seaside Staycation
The Eden Roc is offering to free locals from the aggravation of airports with a relaxing, one-of-a-kind Family Beach Escape Package. — Text by Rony Mo
About Face
Ask any Miami lady and you’ll quickly learn that there’s a fine line between summer sexy and summer disaster. The heat and humidity play havoc with makeup, and a perfectly put-together face is replaced by raccoon eyes and bleeding lipstick. Australian makeup master Napoleon Perdis offers up the following insider tips to melt-proof your look on even the hottest summer days. — Compiled by Dena Roché
Fashionable Flow
For the feminine, bohemian, free-spirited goddess who loves to play dress-up with pieces that call for creativity and individuality — from bathing suits to maxi dresses — no two pieces are ever alike. — Text by Ros Prado
British Influence
Rilea Group’s The Bond on Brickell will offer a timeless British Glamour uniquely its own along with a white-glove experience from the lobby onward...and all at the best price of any ultra luxury building currently under construction in the Brickell neighborhood. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of The Bond Sales: Cervera Real Estate The Bond Sales Gallery; 1450 S. Miami Ave.; 305.NEW.BOND; TheBondOnBrickell.com
ParadiSE Awaits!
Tour a luxurious Key Biscayne condo that not only showcases some of the best views on the island, it also has one of the most gorgeous interiors you’ll ever see. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of Giulietta Ulloa Realtor: Giulietta Ulloa; 305.710.6620; [email protected]
Gintoxicated Vibes
Misunderstood, underappreciated yet completely necessary, gin should be appreciated for what it truly is (and poured correctly), no matter what’s on the menu for your day or night out. — Text by Rony Mo
Refreshingly Pink
This cocktail is perfect for a warm summer day, and pretty enough to ensure all eyes are on you poolside, beachside or any side you choose this season. — Drink by D. Chalaron
With This Ring…
You’ve decided she’s the one and you’re ready to get down on one knee. Herewith: Expert tips from the folks at Freddy’s, a local institution of engagement ring bliss in Downtown Miami to help you pick the perfect piece to seal the deal. — Text by Dena Roché
Curve Appeal
Learn to enjoy your “custard curves” in the city — any city — while keeping from permanently falling off the wellness wagon and enjoying the ride every step of the way. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Fit Finesse
For the health & wellness gurus you’re about to meet, working out is an artform — one that requires the perfect mix of intensity, dedication and sweat. If you’re willing to put in the effort, the physical fitness strides you’ll achieve are endless. — Text by Stacy Wynn photos by Antonio Eli
