Lifestyle

Easy Riding

This October, Coral Gables opens its streets to pedal-pushers of all shapes and sizes as they celebrate the 2nd Annual Bike Day, a great way to combine new friends, fitness and fun.

Scary Good

Pumpkins are a seasonal favorite for fall decorating — but they don’t just make great doorstops. They’re also a delicious addition to your dinner. This season, give one of these pumpkin-themed recipes a try. For all these dishes, we recommend roasting the pumpkin, de-seeded and cut into chunks, at 400 F until tender (about an hour), then scooping out the flesh

Outside Stride

Who says you can’t take it with you? These fitness tools can easily join you just about anywhere you go — or give you some workout options in a home too space-strapped for full-size equipment

Smooth Moves

Let’s face it: In the dating game, not all of us are always star performers. Take your tactics up a notch with these tips from Executive Dating Coach Melissa Malka.

$ave It!

Even when we’re living high, there’s always some big-ticket item we fall asleep at night dreaming about. Make that dream a reality by trying one of these clever ways to put away cash.

Cultural Splendor

If you’re looking for a truly beautiful autumn foliage experience, enjoy it in the heart of the world’s most stunning Old-World-meets-New World locale: Quebec City.

Smart Renting

The Brickell rental market for residential properties has been extremely active over the past year and many experts say that the trend will continue into the next year, but with a high rate of rentals, some landlord-tenant disputes are inevitable.

Manners Matter

When it comes to etiquette, it’s important to always work from the outside in. Herewith: The importance of good manners at the table and beyond.

Inside Cider

If you’ve grown accustomed to the same old drink options at your local watering hole, step outside your comfort zone and gulp on a new kind of buzz as you discover the wonderful, refreshing world of hard ciders.

WHAT IS POWER?

We delve into the concept of power to try to discover what it really means and how people across industries and social status interpret and define it.

Looking Green

Think caring for the environment ends with recycling? Turns out, there are plenty of surprising ways to push for sustainability in every area of your life — including fashion. Here are a few easy ways to green up your look.

Morning Sips

Kick off your weekend mornings the right way at Toscana Divino, which launches the brunch season with Il Nostro: a $20, bottomless mimosa brunch with bottle service and an outdoor DJ.

Peaceful Divorce

Yes, it’s possible to part ways amicably and with as little drama as possible. Here Psychotherapist & LMFT Lisette Beraja of Beraja Counseling Center offers some advice for folks on the brink of divorce.

Holiday Spirit

Think New York is the best place to get a taste of holiday traditions? The Christmas Markets of Cologne have been in business for centuries and promise a truly extraordinary holiday travel experience.

Wellness Factor

Many of us are risking a greater chance of disease or health problems by not giving our bodies enough of these 4 vital nutrients. Make sure you’re getting your daily dose in order to keep your health at optimum levels.

Professional Direction

Feeling trapped, bored or excluded in your current job? Maybe it’s time to consider a career change, or a big step up the corporate ladder. Position yourself for a positive move by following these tips from career coach Fernando Ortiz-Chardon.

Dickens’ Drinks

When it comes to holiday drinks in South Florida, one thing’s certain: What works in snowy parts of the world doesn’t necessarily vibe with the warm winters we experience in our paradise by the sea. Read on to discover some new replacements to some old favorites.

The Pig Roast

A time-honored staple in South Florida, a traditional holiday pig roast is on the agenda for most families living at the tip of The Sunshine State. But before you get the spit fired up, read on to get a few tips that might help you serve up the tastiest little piggy ever.

Mexican Marvel

We take a quick jaunt to get a peek of historical Mexico City to find out what this very special capital city has to offer and why you should plan to make the trip

Wine Mind

For the uninitiated, ordering a bottle of wine in a restaurant can be daunting. But once you’ve got this art perfected down to a science, the world will suddenly feel a lot more refined — and aromatic.

Breaking Brunch

If you’re of the traditional type that prefers a basic culinary trinity of breakfast, lunch and dinner, it may be time to add a fourth meal to your repertoire. Yes, brunch is back…and it’s better than ever.

Fresh Perspective

With Farm Fresh Miami, Erika Rullman Lisman makes getting healthy, locally grown produce easier than a trip to the grocery store.

Great Resolutions

It’s a new year. Instead of making a bunch of promises you have no intention of keeping come February, try making these stress-busting, self-care resolutions part of your routine. You’ll love the difference they make in your life so much, you’ll be happy to carry them with you all the way through 2013.

Winter Retreat

America’s most famous national park isn’t just an ideal destination during warmer weather. Yosemite has more to offer winter travelers than you can imagine, and The Ahwahnee is the perfect luxurious base for your adventure.

Effective Compliance

Companies, directors and officers are operating in an environment of ever-increasing laws and regulations — and breaking them can have dire consequences. Make sure your business plays it safe by creating an effective compliance program.

Bright Spot

Having trouble concentrating at work? Light, color, temperature and brightness can all play a role in regulating your mood, productivity and stress level. Optimize your space with these great options.

What Doesn’t Kill You…

There’s a common experience that I’ve noticed most highly successful people share: Failure.

Rainbow Connection

They may have been designed in Italy, but the Tropicalia Collection by Moroso looks tailor-made for lazy afternoons under a warm Miami sun.

CULINARY WANDER

Food, wine, gastronomy and wine-making — the sophisticated union for the palate that stimulates our most valuable memories with their aromas, flavors and colors — are key in the quest for culinary travel excellence. Getting there is just half of the adventure; the other half of the fun awaits the moment you arrive.

LIFE LINES

Switchboard of Miami is the gateway to every available social service in Miami-Dade County and beyond, ready to connect those in need with community resources, providing counseling and empowering individuals 24/7.

Dating Whoa!

Courting, Dating, Romance — what do guys complain about? What do gals have to say? We cover the gamut from first date to true love with some tips from the experts.

Regular Joe

Is it really possible to have too much of a good thing? Well, find out by signing-up for Wrecking Ball’s Coffee Subscription service.

Gluten Glee

Even those without full-blown allergies have been singing the praises of gluten-free diets, but is this protein really a public enemy, or an unsung diet hero? We’ve explored the pros and cons. Read on to find out what we learned.

Race Prep

Want to be as prepared as possible before you hear ready…set…go!? Here are some tips from Cristina Abuhazi of specialty running store 11 Runners.

Robot Helpers

Like Rosie: The Housekeeping Robot from The Jetsons, these high-tech helpers are a space-age way to save yourself time and effort. Yes, brace yourself, the future has arrived.

Yummy Arrival

There’s a new kid on the Brickell block, and we’re happy to see it. European chain Vapiano has just launched their latest restaurant right here in our own neighborhood.

Beautiful Isolation

Get away from it all and find everything you could have dreamed of in a romantic destination at Belize’s Blancaneaux Lodge.