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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. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
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. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
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. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
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. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
OUTSTANDING AMENITIES
Mariela Dobreva brings her 5-star hospitality experience with Mandarin Oriental, Edition Hotels and FAENA to One River Point, to incorporate year-round resort living for residents. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
REGENERATIVE MEDICINE
One of the most innovative solutions to reduce signs of aging in the skin as well as heal the body is through stem cell therapy. Read on to get The 411 on this revolutionary treatment. — Text by Dr. Kristopher “Sean” Goddard
FEMININE MYSTIQUE
Innovative, artisanal, elegant — that is Lafayette 148 New York. An expression of modern femininity, a perfect harmony of style and substance, they believe that a woman should never have to choose between form and function. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
BOOKED SOLID
Already an essential facet of our Magic City nightlife, Co-Owner of hip Little Havana cantina Ball & Chain, Zack Bush makes a bold foray into children’s literature. — Text by Ryan Jarrell | Portrait by Nick Garcia
MANY HANDS
Far from being relegated to rural outbacks and neighboring countries, to many in our region, hunger is a pervasive threat. Fighting back against this noxious malady one meal at a time comes Feeding South Florida, one of our most compassionate local charities. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
TACTILE SHOPPER
Haute plumbing brand Franke is expanding its presence in the U.S. with the announcement of new retail destinations, with Farrey’s Lighting + Bath being the first in the entire East Coast. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
MILAN IN MIAMI
Istituto Marangoni, one of the world’s leading fashion, art & design schools, recently expanded into The Americas with the opening of their first U.S. outpost in the heart of Miami’s Design District. — Text by Anja Maltav | Photos courtesy of Istituto Marangoni
DONUT DREAMIN’
While, to most, “Time to get up and make the donuts” is a folksy aphorism, for Andy Rodriguez, Amanda Pizarro and the rest of The Salty Donut crew, it’s a call-to-action. See what happens behind-the-scenes at our city savviest sugary dough den. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
SKY HIGH
Miami already has some of the tallest buildings in the country, and luxury living is about to reach new heights with the 64-story Brickell Flatiron and its breathtaking Penthouse Collection located on the sky-scraping 50th through 64th Floors. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
MAGNIFICENT HARVEST
Hands have been the most important tool for mankind throughout history. This is especially true in the fine art that is the creation of Prosecco Foss Marai, where the grapes are harvested by hand in a rigorous and refined process. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
BEST BITES
Even before we put our March Culinary Issue to bed each year, we’re already working on next year’s edition. That’s because we only have 52 weeks to come up with the next installment of our Plates & Pours: Miami’s 50 Best Dishes, Drinks, Desserts & Dining Experiences! — Text by Jorge Arauz
OFFICE YACHT
During the design process of a superyacht, the designer or builder will typically commission an intricately scaled model to show owners and other interested parties a true visual representation of the overall look of their upcoming vessel. — Text by Jorge Arauz
ART IMPACT
1. Sarah Arison, Maria Giulia Maramotti, Torrance Hall,
Carolina Garcia Jayaram 2. Jorge & Darlene Perez 3. Kevin
Taylor, Jose Parla, Teresita Fernandez, Robert Chambers,
Naomi Fisher, Derrick Adams 4. Dennis & Debra Scholl 5.
Grace Weber, Thirdstory 6. Vernon Scott, Adrienne Bon
Haes, Marvin Ross Friedman 7. Derrick Adams 8. Jose
“Boy Boi” Tena 9. Tarell Alvin McCraney 10. Ellie & Bruce
Taub 11. Victoria Rogers, Rich Kohan, Carolina Garcia
Jayaram
SHINE ON
1. Karen Murphy Holmquist, Carol Craiglow, Kara Epstein
Stearns Sharp, Christina Termine, Lori Rombeiro 2.
Christina Termine, Maritza Minor 3. Alex Cobo, Karen
Holmquist, George Earl 4. Victor Roldan, Leah Shadle
FINE DINING
1. Brad Kilgore, Chef Daniel Boulud, Andreas Schreiner,
Gilberto Garcia-Tuñon 2. Andrew Stearns, Susan & Jay
Shapiro 3. Eleonora & Vanessa Stefanelli, Emma Afra 4.
Gabriela Portela, Michael Jimenez, Vicki Jimenez, Ashley
Jimenez-Gonzalez 5. Gino Campodonico, Jen Valdes,
Joeseph Quinones 6. Helena Graterol, Chef Daniel Boulud,
Fabien Lepaitre 7. Florencia Rotemberg, Chef Daniel
Boulud 8. Christie & Carlos Pacheco 9. Katherine Gage,
Julien Gage, Chef Daniel Boulud 10. Paige Mastrandrea,
Michael Pulichino 11. Laura Cotter, Jen Valdes
GOOD CAUSE
1. Martin Elortegui, Karen Elmir, Ashley Bejarano, Patricia Fernandez Alfanso, Jonathan Babicka 2. Clara Ortiz, Jonathan
Babicka, Adina Setren Gould 3. Brian Burk, Tatiana Stewart 4. Rob Sena, Charlie Venturi 5. Pricella Roman, Crystal Tejera
COMMUNITY BUILDING
1. Dean Trantalis, Ryan Shear, Broward County Mayor
Barbara Sharief, Jack Seiler, Kevin Maloney, Commissioner
Romney Rogers, Lee Feldman 2. Jack Seiler, John Leete
3. Doug Eagon, Joe Darnaby, Kevin Malony 4. Matthew
Martinez, Raquel & Seth Kaufman, Sergio Pintos 5. Sergio
Pintos, Richard Schuerger, Craig Studnicky 6. Ryan Shear,
Mayor Jack Seiler, Kevin Maloney 7. Ouri Kahn, Rodrigo
Pintos 8. Jennie Morejon, Jason & Courtney Crush 9. Chris
Bradish, Pablo Rodriguez 10. Kimberly Maroe, Barbara
Sharief, Lana Carbonel
TO THE RESCUE
1. Dani & Silvia Diaz, Nick & Mariu Stanham 2. Kesia
Nepomuceno, Eric Termini 3. Lorena Lara, Albin Trein 4.
Mara Cosio, Nani Perez 5. Maria Elena & Elena Zapata 6.
Mariana Finol, Yarmeli Lares, Carolina Lucena
THE 411
Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
O, CAPTAIN! MY CAPTAIN!
A mainstay in the Miami mixology scene, Mario Alban of The Wharf proves there’s good reason their nautically-centered saloon is the hottest thing to hit Downtown in decades. — Text by Ryan Jarrell | Photos by Edward Leal
DYNAMIC DUOS
It’s perhaps the most onerous of the oenophile’s tasks: properly pairing a vintage with vittles. Below, we explain the cardinal rules of this mystifying, mouthwatering process. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
MIND YOUR MANNERS
Ah, the joys of eating…the aromas, the tastes, the plating…the chewing. Below we explore some of the oft-forgotten rules of meal etiquette. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
WHERE THE ANCHOR DROPS
In the world of luxury yachts, bigger is always better and massive is eternally apropos. Get ready to moor up your megayacht as we explore some of the world’s most coveted ports for 2018. — Text by Francesca Cruz
SAILS UP
This year’s Miami International Boat Show brings Sailor’s Cove to Pier 9 of Marine Stadium. Show guests will now be able to see the best of powerboats and sailboats in one location. In addition to exciting new single-hull and catamaran sailboats, Sailor’s Cove will also host a number of superior sailing seminars. — Text by Bill Lindsey
NAUTICAL NECESSITIES
In honor of the Miami International Boat Show, we’ve scoured all corners of our marketplace for the finest in marine accessories sure to get you eager to set sail. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
DREAM BOATS
Every person who has ridden a scooter thinks they would be great on a Harley Davidson — until they drop it at a stoplight. Boats are that way, too. Here’s a guide to match boats to personalities. — Text by Bill Lindsey
SAVINGS SPREE
Do you need to plan for retirement? Yes. Do you need a rainy day fund? Absolutely. But do you really understand what drives how you spend vs. save, and have you considered how a purposeful spending plan might make you happier? Read on to find out how to skip the boilerplate formula and start living life to the fullest. — Text by Carly E. Howard
SLICE OF PARADISE
A dream come true for any family, this jewel of a home overlooks beautiful Pines Canal and has water on two sides, showcasing breathtaking, private vistas all year long.
NAUTI TALES
What happens on the boat may haveonce stayed on the boat, but in our worldof cell phone cameras, Facetime andincessant social media postings, the boatdoesn’t even have to dock for the gossipto have spread worldwide. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
THINK PIECES
Trends, patterns and accessories unite to create the perfect Spring look for the savvy and stylish city dweller.
POWER HOUSES 2018
In one of the country’s most expensive municipalities, to say real estate is at a premium is an understatement. Interested in knowing more about the professionals who make living in Miami a reality, we’ve gathered some of Miami’s most successful realtors and found out just what it is that makes these titans tick. — Text by Ryan Jarrell | Photos by Edward Leal
YACHT THRILLS
Key Biscayne becomes the ultimate destination for boating enthusiasts from around the globe as both the Miami International Boat Show and Strictly Sail drop anchor at the Miami Marine Stadium Park & Basin to create one all-inclusive venue featuring over $3 billion in all things nautical on Feb. 15-19.
If that isn’t enough vessels, boat gear and accessories for you, there's also the completely separate Miami Yacht Show on Collins Avenue and the
invitation-only Super Yachts Miami on Watson Island running concurrently featuring another $1 billion in yachts and nautical merchandise to explore. — Text by Sandy Lindsey | Photos courtesy of Miami International Boat Show
OCEAN TRANCE
Experience the kind of peace only nature can offer with these yacht-ready looks perfect for the season.
Photography: Nick Garcia for BlindLight
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