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Encounters w/ PMG — February 2018
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
Encounters w/ Joshua’s Heart Foundation — February 2018
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.
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
Jurassic Jawdropper
What do you put in your new multi-million dollar Miami penthouse that will make even your most jaded neighbors gasp in awe? — Text by Jorge Arauz
Encounters w/ Biltmore Parc — January 2018
1. Angelica & Fernando Pinto, Jenny Ducre, Walter Defortuna 2. Alejandro Copley, Julian Pinzon, Gianfranco Di Girolamo
3. Angelica Pinto, Adriana Rocceta, Pilar Urrutia, Dorys Martin 4. Alejandro Rodrip, Natasha Etchegaray, Anthony Lopez
5. Estaban Gonzalez, Lala Payares, Juan Carlos Velazquez
Encounters w/ Hair By Hisham — January 2018
1. Hair by Hisham Team 2. Julio & Mary Jane Ugarte 3. Saad Shanab, Jamal Shami, Fadi Alkhatib 4. Pier Paolo
Visconti, Natalia Pereyra 5. Alain Hachem, Salam Hachem, Hisham Sahabne 6. Norma Valido, Tracy Koço, Carlos
Collazo, Vanessa Ospina, Cindy Thomas
Encounters w/ Mercy Hospital — January 2018
1. Mayor Francis Suarez, Michelle Bookout, Michael Joseph, Joseph Melchiode, Mark Multach 2. Brady Manifold, Deb
Matarazzo, Jason Ratner 3. Johan Andreessen, Arne Andreessen, Ellen Andreessen 4. Keith Jennings, Maria Alvarez,
Maria Corso 5. Maria Arvelo, Rolando De Leon, Checo Flores 6. Mary Urbina, Karen Perez, Kathrynn Flynn 7. Sister
Sonia Mancuello, Enrique Gorgal 8. Derek Azadi, Jose Martinez 9. Dsmon Barret, Mark Multach 10. Holly Limonte,
Nataly Martin 11. Marie Danois, Elaine Viñas 12. Nelly & Jay Miranda
Encounters w/ Lineaire — January 2018
1. Alejandro Bonet, Dominique Bonet, Diego Bonet 2. Regina Lacayo, Kieran Bowers, Mariolga Calderon, Nery Deza, Kayla Barrera 3. Allison
Silverstein, Anthony Pins 4. Belkys Jatar, Serena De Marta







































