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Amore d’Estate
This elegant summer cocktail is chill, sophisticated and deliciously dry, with that feeling of luxury decadence that everybody loves. — Drink by Adriana Biasiotto
What’s in a Name?
When it comes to bar menus across the world, a drink’s name can make it bubble to the top of patrons’ must-haves or have it fall flat. Join us as we trace the past, present and future of cocktail nomenclature at a bar near you. — Text by Anja Maltav
Plating Power
Nowadays, a culinary creation not only needs to taste good, it needs to look good.
If nobody’s reacting to your delicious dishes on social media or otherwise,
you may need to pay a little more attention to plating. — Text by Anja Maltav
Dare To Wear?
From runways to street style, fashion flashbacks are making a comeback. Here are some we’ve been keeping an eye on but the question is: Is it whack? Or do we bring it back? — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Real World Encounters
Step by step, experience everyday glamour situations on the casual streets of Miami and beyond. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistant: Angeles Almuna Nails: Marie Thomas @ Warren Tricomi Studio, 4041 Collins Ave. Models: Jessica Vasconcelos & Josh Knight @ Next Models Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla
Sparkling Success
When you’re looking to buy that dazzling diamond sparkler for your special someone, Freddy’s Certified Diamonds & Fine Jewelry should be the one and only stop on your quest for the perfect piece. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photo by Ximena Etchart
Backyard Rooms
When one considers the amount of relaxation, recreation and socializing opportunities provided by a well-equipped pool area, it’s a wonder everyone doesn’t have one. Thankfully, there’s plenty of options out there for those who do. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of respective brands
Stylish Living
California Closets provides creative solutions for almost any space imaginable. From Murphy Beds to sliding doors, entertainment centers, pantries, playrooms, garages, laundry rooms, linen closets, mudrooms and much more, they are consistently raising the standard of customized storage solutions. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of California Closets
Encounters w/ OndadeMar — September 2016
1. Ashley Garrett, Jessica Burks, Laurent Fraticelli, Tatiana Neira, Tiffany Pearl 2. Lucas Ocampo, Juana Espinal, Juan German Carvajal 3. Andy Faerman, Sandra Iglicki, Daniela Morgenstern 4. Sofia Terrazas, Laura Neroulias, Camila Camero, Tatiana Rosado
Encounters w/ United Way — September 2016
1. Volunteer Award Winners: Maribel Corona-Villa, Tina Brown, State Rep. Jose Felix Diaz, Marielena Villamil, Meg Daly 2. David Barkus, David Seifer 3. Dr. Rudolph Moise, Diana Venturini 4. Ed Joyce, Jacquie O’Malley, Sheldon Anderson 5. Matthew Anderson, Matthew Grosack, Silvia Larrieu, Charlie West, Dustin Symes 6. Harve A. Mogul, Bettie Thompson 7. Tony Argiz, Miguel Farra 8. Robert Sanchez, Gerald Grant, Jr. 9. Gene Schaefer, Marilyn DeVoe, Tim Ahern 10. Maria Mas Blet, Laurie Jennings, Kathleen Cannon
Encounters w/ Marlins Foundation — September 2016
1. Guests partake in casino games to benefit RBI 2. Bruce Freedman, Derek Dietrich, Sue Freedman 3. Charles Johnson, Don Mattingly, Cliff Floyd 4. Gaby Sanchez, Jeff Conine, Judy Sanchez 5. Christian Yelich, Fern Munk, Janis Rasor
Encounters w/ One River Point — September 2016
1. Tripti Zehdnicker, Liliana Pinto Torres, Claudio Iglesias, Adriana Vargas, Juan Carlos Caceres, Claudia Gonzalez 2. Anrhony Flexas, Miguelina Ramirez, Ana Maria Ayala, Marioly Saldana 3. David Rosen, Claudia Gonzalez, Ruben Campbell 4. Ana Abreu, Adriana Vargas, Tripti Zehdnicker 5. Adam Vila, Jeska Brodbeck 6. Angel Garcia, Claudia Andrade 7. Anrhony Flexas, Miguelina Ramirez 8. Gatien Salaun, Kayla Macvean 9. Isabella Leccese, Fiorella Leccese, Oreste Leccese, Maria Maldonado 10. Lina Gomez, Rolando Solar 11. Rami Karadi, Rena Kliot 12. Raul Santidrian, Adriana Vargas
Encounters w/ ProColombia — September 2016
1. Stefania De La O, Angeles Almuna, Angie Ferrer Domecq, Danie Gomez-Ortigoza 2. Jhon Jairo Santos 3. Lina Uribe, Maria Paulina Tobon 4. Monique González, Tasheema Felder, Inez Bonilla
Encounters w/ Aria On The Bay — September 2016
1. Alicia Cervera, Jose Sosa 2. Humberto Betancour, Martin Melo, Chuck Brumsted 3. Andreina, Jose & Karina Lorenzo 4. Danet De Leon, Eddy Chablis, Jhon Parsiani, Jose Perla 5. Marcella Acosta, Ken Rubman, Suzanne Oostdyk 6. Martha Martinez, Pierina Gutierrez, Katherine Bazante 7. Claire Breukel, Anja Randegger 8. Cristina Cesana, Ivan Belen 9. Delia & Roberto Yulee 10. Eneida Diaz, Jose Cadenas 11. Giorgino Prestipino, Fernanda Zomignani
Encounters w/ Marketing Lab — September 2016
1. Diana & Carlos Hurtado, Maria Perez, Jennifer Hernandez, Linet Robelo 2. Aaron Jarger, Maggie Yeshua, Ivan Schertzer 3. David Ginzberg, Michelle Taylor, Justin Weinstei 4. Sofia Giorgio, Kelly Camacho 5. Ellen Kolomeyer, Eric Stumpff 6. Steve Liel, Caroline Kiziah, Alan Shankman, Steve Rayborn
Encounters w/ Kensington Vanguard National Land Services — September 2016
1. David Sherman, Glenn Asher, Lance Burstyn, Mario Stocco 2. Ash Hussein, Tahimi Magrans 3. Jordan Millman, Benjamin Juan 4. Erik Haase, Glenn Asher, Margaret Jimenez 5. Valerie Pagan, Ricardo Vieira 6. Justin Bush, John Eppert 7. Jordan Millman, Benjamin Juan, Margaret Jimenez, Nate Toro 8. Joe Taglia, Nate Toro 9. Ricardo Vieira, Justin Bush, Camilo Saab, Mark Alexander
Encounters w/ United Way — September 2016
1. Jose Patino, Vinny Aswani, Natali Buttaci, Victoria Rueda 2. Martine De Gannes, Julian Costa 3. Angel Castro, Precious Nash 4. Vanessa Sauceda, Alexandre Larmier, Nicole Murcia 5. Michael Carballo, Andrew Remick, Vice Principal Lamar Johnson, Jr. 6. Carla Vilchez, Kyle Aguilar, Alex Morales
Encounters w/ El Churrasco Steakhouse — September 2016
1. Joaquin Martiarena, Nicole Ganozae, Jose Sandoval, Sofia Martiarena, Giorgina Villa, Andres Martiarena, Mario Gil, Mario Gil, Jr., Alejandro Gil 2. Mario Gil, Andres Martiarena 3. Lisette Osorio, Diego Pereira 4. Gricel Ibarra, Carlo Gambino 5. Lujan, Juan, Claudia Juan & Rocio Pettigiani 6. Alto Reed, Cristiana Van Ryn, Bernie Bonomo 7. Luci Motta, Geraldo Garces, Ana Medero 8. Beatriz Castro, Ricardo Romero 9. Jose Vazquez, Eddie Sotero, Robert Zunzell, Melody Wendt
Encounters w/ Downtown Dadeland — September 2016
1. Annette Hernandez, Lisa Berso 2. Hugo Paralta, Melissa Szasz, Patsy Cruz, Eddie Cruz 3. Madison Keller, Liset Dottson 4. Linet Benitez, Ivette Estrada, Jessica Duenas 5. Marisol Vallejo, Billy Rojas, Alex Esteban 6. Miguel Dante, Angel Tolosa 7. Abbe, Becky, Scott, Lisa & Lindsey Gobolos 8. Morgan Moore, Karmie Benwich 9. Naomi, Max & Ayan Valle, Carlos Escanilla 10. Miller Road Band performance
Encounters w/ Unitas Development Group — September 2016
1. Bill Barimo, Danny & Ana Maria Gonzalez, Matteo Rullier 2. Alejandra Rocha, Maleny Carrasco 3. Allan Figuerias, Melissa Galvez 4. Angel Borge, Patrick Vysanta, Marc Borge
Encounters w/ Farrey’s Lighting & Bath — September 2016
1. Sue Kinard, David Phillips, Paige Farrey, Alexandra Muinos, Stuart Yadgaroff 2. Alejandro P. Barzaga, Maile Castaneda, Kevin Cardenas 3. Isabel Armenta, Mert Ekmekci 4. Jose Peter, Bruna Indalecio, Tom Ruggeri 5. Karla Venturelli, Sharon Bousso, Alejandra Dominguez, Fabianna Segovia 6. Nelly Collazo, Debora Dvash, Cecilia Perner 7. Stuart Yadgaroff, Sue Kinard, David Phillips 8. Alexandra Muinos, Jessie Neuman 9. Stephanie Rodriguez, Xiomy Marshall 10. Manuela Petisco, Melissa Polo 11. Yosy Hernandez, Marilin Garcia
Encounters w/ El Dorado Furniture — September 2016
1.Carlos, Pedro A., Julio & Luis E. Capó, alongside El Dorado Furniture Team 2. Luis E. Capó, Henry Heredero 3. Mario Morales, Edith Martin 4. Daniel, Carlos & Luis E. Capó, Rosaura Zapata, Rita Corraliza, Pedro A. Capó 5. Brandon Price, Teresita & Yaminn Hernandez, Gipsy Gainza, James Brandt, Pedro A. Capó 6. Michael Negron, Luis A. Capó, Jesus Peguero, Kelly Vilela, Jacqueline Rodriguez, Tanairis Reyes, Daniel Capó, Sergio Vargas, Andres Capó 7. Luis A. Capó, Jesus Peguero, Daniel & Andres Capó 8. Susana Torres, Sergio Del Lupo, Juan Fernandez, Juan Rueda, Luis E. Capó, Leyci Rondon, Miguel Valle, Yaminn Hernandez, Edgar Ibarra, Mario Morales Below: Carlos Capó, Ana Maria Cabrera, Daniel Capó
Encounters w/ SLS LUX — September 2016
1. Allen Morris, Monica Veiga, David Staples, Javier Cuadros 2. David Staples, Nick Betancourt 3. Ena Pereda, Chris Soares 4. Sven Schele, Vanessa Lee 5. Andrea Cuevas, Spencer Morris, Catalina Martinez 6. Chris Menendez, Gianna Blanco, Neil Vazquez 7. David Staples, Lisel Morris, Spencer Morris
Life Lenses
Explore a few daily tasks as experienced by introverts and extroverts. Their differences have been documented since the beginning of time, but with a constantly evolving “connected” society emerging, the contrasts have never been more prominent. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Home In The Making
From its first store on Calle Ocho in Little Havana, El Dorado Furniture has flourished into one of the Top 50 furniture retailers in the country by focusing on customer demands and putting family first. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photos courtesy of El Dorado Furniture
Pasión de Ritmo Starring Samantha Galler & Jovani Furlan
A symphony of dancing rhythms strikingly brings to life the colorful boldness and intricate characteristics of clothes. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistants: Angeles Almuna & Gustavo Espinoza Makeup & Hair: Joshua M. Ribadeo @ M.A.C Cosmetics Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla Special thanks to Miami City Ballet
Maniac on the Go!
The 24-hour daily routine of Miami women requires a casual look that can take her from work to the gym…to the beach. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistants: Angeles Almuna & Gustavo Espinoza Makeup & Hair: Joshua M. Ribadeo @ M.A.C Cosmetics Model: Dusica for Next Models Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla
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Shape Shifters
Motivation comes in many forms, and getting in the best shape of your life is just an effective workout regimen away. The fitness professionals you are about to meet can help you attain the body of your dreams in no time. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos by Ximena Etchart
Wow Factor
Meet a few of Miami’s top professionals of perfection to find out how they can help you yield the best version of yourself possible — no matter what your aesthetic goals. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos by Ximena Etchart
Confessions Of A Beauty Queen
When it comes to being a beauty queen, it takes more than good looks and a beautiful body to earn the crown and don the title. Here are some reflections from beauty queens who have taken the stage and brought home the crown — and everything that comes with it. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Mindful Leadership
Monique Catoggio, CEO of Illumined Life Leadership, helps professionals and leaders illuminate their path toward mindful leadership so that they may focus their lives and energy with sufficient passion and intention. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photo by Jair Acevedo
Top School
Mater Grove Academy is a K-8 high-performing “A+” school located on the Boys & Girls Club’s 10-acre campus near Coconut Grove. In partnership with the Boys & Girls Club, students are exposed to a variety of extracurricular activities, which include performing arts, sports, tutoring and much more. — Text by Stacy Wynn
Giddy Gadgetry
Each Spring, tech heavyweights announce their upcoming products for consumers. In May, Google had its annual Developers’ Conference, Google I/O showcasing their next year in apps, gadgets and other techy trends. If you didn’t have a chance to watch it on the Internets, here’s a quick recap. — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Island Gem
Living doesn’t get any better than on Key Biscayne — and location doesn’t get any more valued than the prime oceanfront at Oceana Key Biscayne. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Oceana Key Biscayne
Furry Awe
Harlan Weikle is a retired reporter and animal lover who, along with wife Nancy, co-founded Red Flyer, The Handicapped Pets Community. Together they collect, recycle and donate wheelchairs to specially-abled dogs and animals with missing or disabled limbs, providing them with the gift of mobility and enabling them to “fly” again. Below is a poem from Weikle that embodies his passion. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Urban Influx
Miami is undergoing a major densification, and Coconut Grove is a strong part of that urban reveal for millennials wanting to be close to the city center. Coconut Grove is a strong part of that urban revival for millennials wanting to be close to the city center. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Grass River Property
Personal Commitment
The Roads Dental Specialty understands that every patient is unique. In addition to providing first-rate service, they work hard to create a comfortable and welcoming environment to help overcome patient’s traditional dental anxieties. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Group photo by Ximena Etchart
Car-less Miami?
Ralph Rosado nixed his car for 30 days to complete a challenge that helped shed light on transit options and opportunities to help keep Miamians mobile and less car-dependent. Here’s what he learned. — interview by Estrellita S. Sibila
Professional Insight
After conceptualizing and designing Brickell Flatiron for several years, the feeling of putting the shovel in the dirt at the groundbreaking has been Vanessa Grout’s most rewarding experience so far. — Text by Sandy Lindsey







































