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Florida Feast
Each Officine Gullo kitchen is the result of extensive collaboration: the homeowner’s unique vision, a team of highly-skilled design experts, 3D renderings to fine-tune the process and artisans who bring the dream to life. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Foodie Photog
An award-winning food stylist who’s worked with some of the finest restaurants in the country, top chefs call Kelly Sterling when they want their food to look every bit as good as it tastes. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Infini Touch
In today’s aesthetic industry, there are a variety of procedures that can be done in less than an hour which may provide the patient with long-term results, like the Lutronic Infini fractional radiofrequency system, a device designed to target facial fine lines, loose skin, acne scars and improve skin texture overall, which may not always be achieved by fillers or neurotoxins alone. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Touchpad Teacher
Say “Rosetta Stone” and most people think “fast, convenient language training.” The same company that uses computers to make us efficiently multi-lingual, now wants to train our brains. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Land Of Good Welcome
Once a sleepy fishing village with tropical jungles and precipice views of the Pacific Ocean, Puerto Vallarta was thrust into the spotlight in the ‘60s when famed lovers Elizabeth Taylor & Richard Burton called it home. Now again, it reigns as the most coveted destination on the map. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Big Appetites
When I sat down to finalize this month’s “Plates & Pours: Miami’s 50 Best Dishes, Drinks & Desserts” feature, I quickly realized our editors eat out way too much. — Text by Jorge Arauz, Editor in Chief. Photo by Mario Pascual
Retro Toast
If you’ve ever watched The Brave Little Toaster, you know that not all toasters are created equal. Enter the Combi 2 + 2 Toaster by Dualit
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Mezcal amor
We’re always striving to enhance and enlighten our palates. This month, we step to the left of a typical tequila with a thoroughly loco libation. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Bar-Side Manner
In between pouring, mixing and serving up some of the best drinks in town, Toro Toro’s Adam Beech shares his inspiration for his chosen profession with a passion that’s at once contagious and completely refreshing. — Text by Irene Moore Photos by Edward Leal
High Steaks
It’s that most singular and satisfying of meat dishes: the steak. We tackle the in’s and out’s of both its culinary preparation and cultural significance. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Scullery Supplements
Let’s face it: You could have a galley full of gadgetry and still have some room in your heart for additional kitchen and dining room accessories. Collected below are some of our prime picks for cookhouse accoutrements. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Soul Bites
A hearty fare sets the mood for lessons learned over meals shared with new acquaintances, old friends and strangers alike. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Chew On This
Here’s what not to do when you go out to savor a meal and enjoy the art of gastronomy: Introducing the 5 types of eaters who can be utterly obnoxious and make you lose your appetite before your first bite. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Hot & Hotter
Miami’s sizzling international food scene has been on the upswing since its inception. What the future holds is anyone’s guess, but what local chefs and restaurateurs have planned will satiate even the most stubborn of appetites.
Plates & Pours 2017
In an effort to truly satisfy our public, our bold culinary-inclined staff struck out to find the 50 finest dishes, drinks and desserts The Magic City has to offer. It’s a tough job…but somebody’s gotta do it! — Text by Ryan Jarrell, Francesca Cruz & Anja Maltav Photos courtesy of respective restaurants
Floating Fables
What happens in Vegas may stay in Vegas, but what happens on a yacht seems to get out almost before the deed is done. This leads to some very entertaining stories on the high seas. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Radical Core
A rigorous palette and a fresh mixture of tailored pieces combine to yield the season’s chic approach. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Styling & Art Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Makeup & Hair: Cesar Ferrette @ Rik Rak Model: Rebecca Dias @ Wilhelmina Models Miami Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla
Allure on Board
Who said yachting dress code has to be limited and unvaried? Come sail away and enjoy the Miami
sunlight with key looks that meet the city’s sophistication and character. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Art Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Hair & Makeup: Cesar Ferrette @ Rik Rak Model: Christy Giles @ Wilhelmina Models Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla Yacht provided by YachtLife; YachtLife.club @YachtLifeApp
YACHT SPECTACULAR: Navigating the new & improved Miami International Boat Show
Miami retains its title as is the winter destination for all things boating and yachting with over $4 billion in new and brokerage vessels, marine accessories, glamorous clothing, art, food and music coming to town Feb 16-20. For its second year, over at the Miami Marine Stadium is the world-famous Miami International Boat Show (MIBS) with its Strictly Sail component at Downtown’s Miamarina at Bayfront Park. Collins Avenue is home to Yachts Miami Beach, a completely separate show; and Watson Island hosts the invitation-only Superyacht Miami. — Complied by Bill & Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Miami international boat show
It’s Alpha-BOATIcal!
For elites and Gilligans alike, we’ve collated a hopefully helpful A-Z of everything nautically necessary for a successful ship-bound lifestyle at sea. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Nautical Enterprise
Carey Chen has taken a natural talent and created an empire with his nautical art appearing on clothing, wines, bags, towels, shorts, shower curtains, blankets, phone covers, bed sheets, mugs, boat wraps and much more. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
In The Moment
Photographer Scott Baker picked up the camera late in life — with the main purpose of sharing his images with family and friends, but soon it was all he could think about. Photography has become his passion, and shooting nature and all things nautical his calling. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Top Dogs
This Valentine’s Day, why not make a lasting relationship with someone who needs it the most? Below are some eligible suitors from neighborhood shelters who could really use a companion. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Surreal Spaces
A dedicated design professional, Lineaire Design’s own Dominique Bonet shares some helpful techniques to help enliven your home interior. — Tips by Dominique Bonet
Pure Heaven
A treat for anyone already enamored with their tasteful spa and massage services, mySpa at InterContinental Miami has recently unveiled a holistic exercise program ideal for the modern urbanite. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Second Chance
Car aficionados love to wring their hands and wail: “If only Dad had bought a 1960s Aston Martin way back when and now I had it, I’d be sooooo happy.” If that sounds familiar, here’s your chance for a do-over. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Jewel Awe
A trendsetter and fashionista of the highest caliber, Irene Zingg has been gracing our fair city with her top-notch jewelry design for 30 years. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Nature king
Jose Rodriguez of Green Dimension Landscaping does more than just mow the lawn — he helps his clients create and maintain the home of their dreams. — Text by Jorge Arauz
