Lifestyle
Brunch 2020
Eat, drink and unite at the VeritageMiami Farm To Fork Brunch with celebrity Chef Michael Schwartz. This year’s one-of-a-kind farm-to-table celebration features superb, sustainable dining, exciting wines and a lively auction. It’s the perfect brunch for the new decade.
Appetite’s Delight
Central Fare is the most central and connected food hall in Miami. Whether you’re taking Brightline, soon-to-be Virgin Trains, Metromover, Metrorail or future Tri-Rail, Central Fare is easily accessible to all.
IRL Impact
As the fireworks celebrating 2020 came and went, something magical happened: People started reaching out to old and new contacts to reconnect IRL.
Amped Up
For the shortest month of the year, February in Miami ushers in an incredible amount of high-profile events — from MIBS and the Miami Yacht Show to SOBEWFF and art festivals and marathons galore. This year, we even welcome Super Bowl LIV 2020. Thank goodness it’s a leap year so we can fit it all in!
Floating Dreams
The idea of having a private island is appealing, but imagine one that can change location to suit your every whim or avoid passing rain showers. The solution is, of course, a boat that has it all — and then some.
Girl Time
Whether you and your girlfriends are looking to relax, be adventurous, enjoy some amazing spa time or just do something far removed from everyday life, the British Virgin Islands has something for everyone in your female posse.
Boating Bliss
One of the most influential and internationally attended boat shows on the planet, the world-famous Miami International Boat Show brings thousands of boats and yachts to its devoted sunblock-slathered fans from Feb. 13-17. From “giga”yachts to baby boat shoes, MIBS has it all.
Haute Zen
Everyday PVC yoga mats will get the job done for just a few dollars. But if you’re looking for true spiritual enlightenment and have the cash to spend, invest in a Chakracarma Yoga Mat.
Beneficial Ballet
The Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida is known for their outstanding performances, including a glorious 22 seasons of The Nutcracker, but it’s their outreach programs that are changing lives.
Exceptional Hearts
Miami’s heart care has become much stronger for both adult and pediatric patients with the appointment of Chief of Cardiac Surgery & Medical Director Romualdo Segurola, MD, FACS, and his multidisciplinary team of trained specialists to Jackson Heart Institute, part of Jackson Health System.
African Delights
Foodies are always looking for the next big thing. This year it’s not coming out of Tokyo, Paris, Barcelona, London or even Miami, but from West African countries like Nigeria and Senegal.
Bourbon 101
There’s no doubt American whiskey is enjoying a new golden era not seen since the pinnacle of home bar entertaining in the 1960s, with bourbon enjoying a particularly fine renaissance.
Sculptural genius
Sandra Garcia-Pardo wants her sculptures to serve as a mirror where people can see projections of their own reality, generating an unforgettable moment for the observer standing in front of a piece.
Responsible Beauty
The new decade is already being billed as The Climate Decade. But what if we could have our glam products and not have a negative impact on Mother Earth? Now we can.
Coffee Cravings
Can’t fit a dozen baristas in your kitchen? The absolutely-top-of-the-line Jura Giga 6 Coffee Maker fits just fine and allows you to choose from 28 specialties.
Oustanding Pups
In 1981, a Black Labrador Mix named Bosco won the election to be the honorary Mayor of Sunol, California, beating out two human candidates for the job. Bosco ran as a “Re’pup’lican” and used the slogan “A bone in every dish, a cat in every tree, and a fire hydrant on every corner.”
Techno Dentistry
Advancements in technology are helping to improve every part of our lives. The field of dentistry is no different. This is why Dr. Pablo J. Fonseca works hard to stay on the cutting-edge.
Curated Sipping
The folks at Last Drop Distillers normally look backwards, to rare, old and exceptional spirits. With Phoebe, the first intuitive whisky decanter, they’ve gone space-age.
Rad Residences
Clothing, watches, sunglasses, perfume, luggage, and so much more. Diesel has it all — including a new luxury condominium development coming to Wynwood for those who want to live life on their own terms.
Budget Supercar
The term “supercar” conjures up incredibly expensive cars crafted from exotic materials and powered by complex engines to achieve 200 mph speeds. The newest Corvette lets you join the Supercar Club without having to sell your kidneys.
Breaking The Mold
As I write this just before Christmas, I’m not sure where I will be welcoming in 2020 or which ball I will be watching drop.
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Perfect Pairings
Men have long enjoyed the pleasures of a fine cigar as they sip brandy or whiskey. Today, the art of perfect pairings has moved into coffee, wine and even beer. We explore the tricks to ensuring harmony between your cigar and your drink.
Pass The Avocado
Turkey with stuffing. The Christmas ham. Blackeyed peas, cornbread and collard greens for good luck in the New Year. Enough holiday food. It’s time to remember that we live in the south and nothing is more tropical than delicious, nutritious avocados.
Old Meets Modern
Home to Geishas and Harajukus, skyscrapers and cherry blossoms, karaoke bars and Buddhist temples, as well as the latest technology melding with ancient ceremonies, Tokyo blends modern and traditional culture into a dazzling city like no other.
Advanced Degree
The Miami Hebert Business School Professional MBA Program provides the groundwork for students to gain the competitive edge necessary to meet the demands placed on them from today’s ever-evolving business environment.
Hound Smarts
Did you know that a Border Collie currently holds the Guinness World Record for “Fastest Car Window Opened By A Dog”? Striker, a Border Collie from Hungary, opened the non-electric window in 11.34 seconds flat!
Finding Balance
What if a healthier mind and body were available at the click of a button? Well, they are. The increasingly popular trend of guided meditations is allowing users to kick bad habits and replace them with good ones — one session at a time.
Light Fantastic
You know what’s great about living in Florida this time of year? Christmas lights in palm trees! Extra humidity doesn’t dampen our holiday spirit, especially as you are strolling through the cool lit-up landscapes of Fairchild’s out-of-this-world NightGarden extravaganza.
Everglades Virtuosos
AIRIE is an exceptional residency that brings multi-disciplinary artists to the Everglades to spread awareness, conservation and preservation efforts of the fragile ecosystem that is the heartbeat of our state.
Beachy Keen
Billed as the “Quintessential Miami Waterfront Restaurant,” Amara at Paraiso is making Biscayne Bay weekends even more festive with the relauch of their famous Weekend Beach Party.
Advancing Rum
Rum is evolving, with increased interest in its products, origins and history. As people become true rum connoisseurs, Ron Abuelo is helping lead this “reinvention” trend.
Joyful Season
Immerse yourself in the festive décor and spirit of the season at Brickell City Centre. Meet, mingle and shop! shop! shop! as retailers offer seasonal in-store experiences for stress-free shopping.
Al Fresco Excellence
While the rest of the U.S. is heading indoors, Miami is still basking in al fresco dining with the best views on the river at Seaspice Brasserie & Lounge.
Drawing Crowds
Inspired by the bodacious excitement of old-fashioned medicine shows, Baba Yaga Arts Wagon is a traveling stage where people from all walks of life can gather and build a community around the arts.
Urban Warrior
One would never guess that Juan Raul Hoyos has had no formal artistic training when looking at how brilliantly he fuses photography, painting and sculpture in his works that have attracted collectors the world over.
Art Love
When my wife and I first met many, many years ago, one of the things we immediately realized we had in common was an appreciation for art.
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