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BARTOP SPECIAL
An established mixologist who’s devoted his life to top-notch Magic City service, Toro Toro’s Adam Beech gives us the skinny on life behind one of Miami’s most brilliant bartops. — Text by Ryan Jarrell | Photos by Edward Leal
CRAZY BEAUTIFUL
It’s easy to shake our heads at tattoocrazed Millennials roaming our many malls and shopping centers, but a look back reveals much dodgier beauty practices hanging from the family tree. — Text by Bill Lindsey
CRYPTO, DECIPHERED
Anyone who’s anyone watching our markets knows that cryptocurrency is a hot topic. Discover how Miami is taking a crucial role in this seemingly cryptic phenomenon. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Condo Hacks
The view. The close proximity to everything. The immediate influx of (mostly) cool neighbors. Having a bird’s eye view of the city from your balcony is one of the best ways to experience Miami — for locals and transplants alike. Whatever challenge may arise, there’s a solution to resolve it. Herewith: Brickellites share ways they’ve eased into hi-rise living. — Text by Anja Maltav
In a minimalist minute
No one can deny that the Minimalist Movement has climbed the ladder of our consciousness in the past few years. As more and more people begin to realize the benefits of this clutter-free, antichaos lifestyle, there’s only one thing left to do: Try it and see for yourself. — Text by Anja Maltav
Lunar New Year
Step into the unknown and celebrate a new beginning.
GAME OF DRONES
Head and shoulders above the competition, Hagen Rottke and the rest of the dynamite staff at Miami Aerial are rewriting the way we think about real estate photography. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Hidden gems
Join us as we showcase the colorful history and unmatched allure of some of Miami’s most secret, exclusive neighborhoods, all just a short scenic drive from the city’s core. — Text by Jorge Arauz
FINANCIAL CREDENTIALS
Credit scores are an integral part of our lives, yet we don’t think of them until we need a loan. Many people don’t even know what goes into their score or how to improve it. The following are some helpful facts as well as some interesting trivia. — Text by Stacy Wynn
ANCIENT ANTIDOTE
The ancient art of tai chi is more than just a stress-relieving exercise. There are a plethora of hidden benefits associated with this form of martial arts, and some of them may surprise you. — Text by Kayla Avila
SCENIC STROLL
A magnificent monument to the singular can-do character of our city, is there any more stunning before-and-after montage than the ones below? — Text by Jorge Arauz
POWER PLAYS
An artful (and advertorial) solution to that most vexing of modern day maladies, Chargello and its founders have found fertile new ground for advertising. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
BE BOND
Although we didn’t realize it at the time, the 2019 Aston Martin Vantage is essentially the DB11 created for the 2015 James Bond movie Spectre. Now we can all have Bond’s car. — Text by Bill Lindsey
TRUE INSPIRATION
From a tough start as an orphaned boy in Havana to an esteemed professional that has dedicated his life to preventing domestic violence, Dr. Sergio Llanes went from dark times to a pillar of his community. — Text by Francesca Cruz
FASHION WITH CONSCIENCE
Miami has turned into a world-class destination recognized for its effervescent nightlife, beaches, and increasingly, for its conscientious fashion. Check out 3 boutiques leading the way. — Text by Francesca Cruz
INDULGENT HOMEGOODS
Globaltex Fine Linens offers a wide range of exquisite bathrobes, bath towels, pool/beach towels, bedding such as duvets, bed sheets and pillowcases and many custom-made products out of their Miami showroom. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
BAT TIME
Bruce Wayne (and his alter ego Batman) is well known for his impeccable sense of style and an insistence on only the most reliable equipment. Now there is a timepiece that is ideally suited for both personas. — Text by Bill Lindsey
HOW SWEET IT IS
A soulful solution to Southern Florida’s unfortunate lack of traditional roots music, J. M. & The Sweet consummate musicality and slick lyricism make for a superbly satisfying listen. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Success Pets
It’s something that many Miami citizens run into: Newly gifted a hound for the holidays, just how do you ensure you keep that hi-rise condo carpet clean while still properly training your little bundle of joy? — Text By Dee Hoult
TECHNO-DECORATING
Augmented Reality (AR) has been generating a lot of buzz recently and with good reason. It’s transforming how consumers shop for their home and taking the guesswork out of design. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
GARDEN PARTY
An oasis of calm in an already beautiful section of our city, Miami Beach Botanical Gardens is a must-visit for residents and tourists alike. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
WHEN ART HEALS
From Wynwood Walls, to the halls of a hospital, Artist Miguel Paredes shares his passion and talent with the community for a greater good. — Text by Francesca Cruz
REAL LIFE
When it comes to their X Social Communities Division, PMG is filling a void in the marketplace that Ryan Shear wishes existed when he was looking for a new place 10 years ago.
BODY & SOUL
Offering a luxe (if laid-back) introduction to vegetarian cuisine, plant-based pub Soul Tavern offers a poignant counterpoint to the more mainstream meat-manic menus of our city’s finest restaurants. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
ARTS ANTHOLOGIES
From dining with Dali to poetry readings with Cuban-American artists, check out the newest and hottest art-related book releases this winter.
CHARITABLE COMPOSITIONS
No mere music festival, sophomore iteration of the South Beach Jazz Festival offers a compassionate twist to the more typical multi-day musical medley.
ON WITH THE WIND
It’s a relatively rare accessory that still has the power to make or break your most coordinated costumery: The overcoat. We think we have the ideal iteration of outerwear to trendily terminate your winter woes. — Text by Mariela Ortega
Up, Down & All Around
Being married to one of Miami’s top Land Use, Zoning & Real Estate attorneys comes with its perks…my favorite of which is getting a personalized tour of some of the most jaw-dropping hidden enclaves the city has to offer nearly every time we venture out. — Text by Jorge Arauz
































