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Overworked executives taking care of everything but themselves will soon have no excuse to neglect their wellbeing as HealthSpot telemedicine begins its multi-pronged expansion into Miami. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Regardless of what you may have heard about Amsterdam, this quaint little city known as “The Venice Of The North” has a lot more to offer than wild times and all-night benders. — Text by Blue Arauz

Tony Award-winning Dancer, Choreographer & YoungArts Artistic Advisor Bill T. Jones leads an alumni performance to honor the artistic excellence of the 2014 YoungArts finalists and winners. — Text by Carla Torres

If you haven’t stopped into Morays Jewelers in Downtown Miami, a visit is way passed due. They’ve been in Miami for 70 years awaiting your arrival with open arms — and plenty of bling. — Text by Stacy Wynn Photos courtesy of Morays Jewelers

An increasing number of foreign nationals are investing in or establishing businesses in the U.S. either to diversify their portfolio or to expand their...

My, how far we’ve come. If you’re still dizzy from the impact of this issue’s cover depicting all of the proposed new projects slated to grace our city’s skyline, trust me, you’re not alone. — Text by Jorge Arauz, Editor in Chief. Photo by Chantal Lawrie

Elevate your table to the extraordinary with this ultra-luxurious Gold Leaf Collection from French porcelain house Bernardaud. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson

Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Unless you happen to own your own restaurant, most people assume that eating quality food at home without local takeout or delivery options is beyond their means, but hiring a private chef might be more affordable than you think. — Text by David C. Cleland

Piquet Law Firm’s foreign national client-centered approach to law continues to be a recipe for success, one that has masterfully set the company apart since its inception. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson

In 1972, Mercedes-Benz introduced the first S-Class vehicle, simultaneously creating an automotive icon as well as establishing the standard against which all other luxury sedans would forever be judged. As the 2014 S-Class proves, the firm continues to combine brilliant technology with unsurpassed creature comforts and safety. — Text by bill lindsey Photos Courtesy of Mercedes-Benz

Take a visual journey through The Magic City through the camera lens of Photographer Christopher Almeida who used bridge perspectives to capture and manipulate the cityscape with a mirror effect that will have you doing a double-take as you flip through this collection. — Photo Essay by Christopher Almeida Purchase: Price upon Request; ; 305.763.1979; AllmeidPhoto.Tumblr.Com

Home: A physical space where we feel secure, a place that shelters us from the elements and a safe haven to keep our treasured possessions safe. Home is where we hang our hat and surrender our worries. It’s where we celebrate, lament, rest, cry, love, laugh and gather our strength to take on another day. Are you home yet? — Text by Francesca Cruz

A few of The Magic City’s top realtors share their insights on the state of the market and what selling homes means to them, with a couple of real estate trend predictions for the new year mixed in. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson photos by Photos by Antonio Eli, Christopher Almeida & Diego Texera

Château Ocean Residences is the alternative to the luxury development construction cranes reaching high into the sky throughout Miami. Steps away from Bal Harbour, this boutique development will rise just 12 stories and feature 58 exclusive flow-through residences right on the beach. — Text Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Château Ocean Broker: Monica Venegas; 888.925.3094; 786.567.4122; [email protected]; VenegasInternationalGroup.com

On the 42nd Floor of the gorgeous Santa Maria, this extraordinary condominium commands the most outstanding views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline. A perfect balance of cool and warm, modern sleekness and period comfort, drama and peace. — Text & Photos courtesy of Fabian & Peter For Information on this property, contact: The santa maria specialists and Awarded top producers realtors Fabian A. Dominguez, P.a. & Peter Liakouras, P.A. | [email protected]/[email protected] | 786.277.7784/305.302.1861 | SantaMariaMiami.com | Fortune International Realty | FIR.com

1. Craig Studnicky, Pablo Rodriguez, Liliana Gomez, Fernando Ibanez, Patricia Restrepo, Philip Spiegelman, Fernando Levy Hara 2. Rachel Levy, Gabrielle Kolevris Roots, Jessica Levy Kiibler, Lauren Marks 3. Ken Golden, Deborah Golden, Emily Wingrove 4. Thomas Hoffman, Fernando Levy Hara 5. Tripti Zehdnicker, Frank Stier 6. Patricia Restrepo, Ysella Roberts, Philip Spiegelman, Victoria Blintser, Craig Studnicky, Rosy Arriaga, Lisa Whitaker 7. Melissa Prato, Annelise Ferrer, Benoit Izard, Badara Ndiaye

1. Chris Lepine, Mayi De La Vega 2. Uli & Kirsten Petzold 3. Daniel De La Vega, Harvey Birdman 4. Iran Issa-Khan, Tui Pranich 5. Kim & Todd Glaser, Louis & Angela Birdman 6. Kirsten Petzold, Jackie Duane 7. Christian & Xin Rassinoux, Mr. Friedman 8. Louis & Angela Birdman, Jared Shapiro 9. Kirsten Petzold, Jackie Duane, Ms. Sanchez

1. Daniel De La Vega, Mayi De La Vega, Alina De La Vega McClean, Claudine & Carlos Coto 2. Vivian & Laurencio Castro, Lourdes Garrido 3. Geannina Mejia-Alba, Jack McAllister 4. Taonaya Fleury, Anna Luisa Almonte 5. Gary Feix, Harvey Levitan 6. Gus Rubio, Adam Greenfader 7. Vanessa Pazmino, Elizabeth Cartone 8. Alina De La Vega McClean, Camila Valverde, Claudine Coto, Alexa Paul 9. Barbara Aureli, Miranda Bozza, Ana Ordaz 10. Barbara Lamar, Rocio Granados 11. Andres Calleja, Susana Braun 12. Patricia Peraita, Patricia Romano 13. Melanie Kimpton, Jim Cummingham 14. Blanquita Rivero, Adelena Quevedo 15. Pauline Martine, Marisa Chisena 16. Nora Camejo, Josie Albain 17. Marianne Coto, Lourdes Garrido

1. Cristina Lei Rodriguez, Sarah Harrelson 2. Suzy Ricotti, Lori Warriner 3. Kenneth Mills, Tiza Kann 4. Hira Sabuhi, Leslie Chimelis, Natalia Reina 5. Deborah Wecselman, Sharron Lannan, Fernanda Domit 6. Kris Reich, Sofia Joelsson, Jonathan Day 7. Ticia Joseph, Amreen Sriui, Abbe Kanner 8. Tim Dupont, Danilo Di Michele, Donald Lawson

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1. Foundation Director Carlos Reyes 2. Rodner Figueroa, Andrea Valiente, Ernesto Mathies 3. Jose Perozo, Ginette Velasquez 4. Captain Tellef, Magda Lie-Nielsen 5. Ernesto & Cecilia Poma 6. Jose Eduardo, Pilarin Siman 7. Marisela De Montecristo 8. Mike & Amy Kazma 9. Peter Hoffmann, Carolina Lanao

1. Alicia Cervera-Lamadrid, Nicole Lozano, Irene Korge, Nancy Batchelor, Gillian Thomas 2. Laura Buccelati, Maria Goodno, Paolo Costalli, Sonia Gibson 3. Debbie Young, Judge Bronwyn Miller, Judge Migna Sanchez-Llorens 4. Kristen Castellan, Leslie Munsell 5. Cameron Sisser, Allison Goldberg, Mike Simmons 6. Gary & Dana Shear, Dionea Orcini, Tony Cusenza 7. Heather Bass, Patricia Foller, Miguel Ferrer, Irene Korge, Mauricio Vellasquez 8. Lizette Martino Diaz, Brian Gray, Leonor Anthony

1. Natalie Brabner Craig Studnicky 2. Fabian Parolari, Sergio Pintos 3. Sandra Gorski, David Gorson, Veronica Escobedo 4. Alina Quintero, Roberto Malca, Liliana Albrecht, Juan Camilo Losada 5. Daniel Jerusalmi, Vivi Wolak, Alex Wolak, Cintia Thormann 6. Echo Brickell Light Beam 7. Guillermo Martinez, Juanita Gomez, Humberto Gomez, Fernando Vives 8. Greg Kahn, Ryan Shear, Noah Gottlieb, Kevin Maloney, David Shear 9. Jessica Levy Kiibler, Rachel Levy, Kara & Jeremy Franker 10. Ercan, Sylvia Dilsen 11. Mathew Dalby, Anastasia Kessaris 12. Gaby Gonda, Ken Golden, Lisa Whitaker 13. Marc Schmulian, Stephanie Schmulian, Stephanie Rimes, Claudio Stivelman, Ian Ludmir 14. Patricia Hoyos, Lauren Marks, Rachel Levy, Veronica Escobedo, Jessica Levy Kiibler 15. Ruedi Sieber, lan Araujo, Parisa Marnia, Diego Guillen 16. Karine Carvalho, Kevin Maloney, Philip Spiegelman, Craig Studnicky

1. Participating Chefs 2. Chef Alberto Cabrera & His Team 3. Jackie Nespral, Juan Esterripa 4. Chef Todd Erickson 5. JC & Melissa DeOna, Felipe Balsuto 6. Chef Jamie DeRosa 7. The Ambassador Family: Roberto Castro & Carla Curiel w/ Twins Adriana & Emilia

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Meet the people who are shaping the future of business with every handshake, transaction and bottom line. The passion, attitude, outlook and savvy they all share has yielded an ingrained need to succeed no matter what the consequences. These inspirational visionaries are some of the top leaders of today and tomorrow who will inspire, motivate and in many cases complement the very goals that keep you going. After all, business is all about who you know, isn’t it?

The Collection Residences at Château Beach in Sunny Isles are at once luxurious and breathtaking featuring panoramic views, top-notch amenities and everything else you’d desire in the residence of your dreams. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Realtor: Monica Venegas; 888.925.3094; 786.567.4122; [email protected]

In place of a long list of resolutions that end up empty promises, or some sparkling new material possession that will only give temporary gratification to an immediate desire, give yourself the greatest gift you have ever had this holiday season and dive into self-discovery while building a tribe of brilliance. — Text by Francesca Cruz

Perricone’s is known for its classic Italian food and its welcoming ambiance, but if you’ve neglected the cocktail menu here, then you owe them another visit. — Text by Eric Nathal Photos by Chris Bejarano

No longer a cocktail wasteland, our eclectic tip of The Sunshine State is quickly gaining national and international respect where it matters: At the bar. — Text by David C. Cleland

Tito Gil founded a website that provides online community engagement for entrepreneurs via a virtual tool that maps professional resources and lists small businesses in Miami and beyond. — Text by Cristina Zuazua

Isaac Saiz & Caroline Gallina of Save The Strays are working to give a new lease on life to animals in need around our community. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson

Ah, the holiday season, that magical time where we gather together around hearth and home with loved ones to celebrate and share our joys. This year the baked goods you treat your family and friends to can be mindful indulgences. — Text by Natasha Albornoz

Want a personal shopping experience that takes individual attention to the next level? Visit Chez Jeanton by Kalena Jeanton. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson