Lifestyle

This cocktail is perfect for a warm summer day, and pretty enough to ensure all eyes are on you poolside, beachside or any side you choose this season.

As I type this letter I’m hearing the shuffle of movers behind me bringing in way too many boxes of stuff I’ve accumulated over the years to my brand new condo overlooking the Port of Miami, PAMM, Museum Park, American Airlines Arena, Adrienne Arsht Center, Bayfront Park and Bayside.

It’s said that beauty is only skin deep, but then why is it that some people have the unusual power to get under our skin? It’s happened to all of us — we meet someone and instantly fall deeply and madly (sometimes even stupidly) in love, only to wake up one day and realize the person we fell in love with isn’t all we imagined. Turns out love really is blind.

When it comes to business, women are undoubtedly a strong, ever-evolving force to be reckoned with. And increasingly, entrepreneurs and professionals of both sexes are on a mission to make sure the upward trend continues.

Let’s face it: For the majority of us, work takes a big chunk out of our day. Regardless of where you find yourself completing all the professional tasks and duties that pop up throughout the week, there’s one thing most people dream of saying: “I work from home.”

Few cities can still claim to be eating ice cream outdoors with autumn in full swing, but thankfully Miami’s year-round recipes for Latin-themed sweets put the extra spice into something nice.

Hobbies exist because populations support them and one that’s gaining exponential traction revolves around trading the most approachable of inebriants. It has a following stronger than Sci-Fi and they might be just as fanatical…move over Star Trek, craft beer bartering is here.

The Women’s Fund of Miami-Dade recently awarded grants to 23 organizations that do an amazing job addressing the pressing issues that impact the lives of women and girls around the world.

In my 20 years as a helping professional, I’ve led many discussions about addiction treatment, advocacy, recovery and prevention.

It seems that more and more frequently our office is being contacted by clients who have a suspended license due to a red-light camera violation.

A strong start to a meal sets the tone for the rest of the evening and 15th And Vine’s Florodora revs your engine with Plymouth gin, Angostura bitters, Lisbon lemons, muddled raspberries and, since it’s so hard to choose between ginger beer and ale…they use both.

You don’t need 10 seasons of your favorite fishing show to remind you there’s no easy day in the fishing industry, but what better way to honor the fruits of the fishermen’s hazardous labor than a family-friendly celebration.

They say time is money, so any minute you spend overwhelmed by your tasks is a waste. Perhaps you find yourself missing appointments or bullets on your to-do list. Well, now there’s an app for that.

Looking for the perfect way to ring in the new year? If your ideal itinerary includes exotic locales and exciting experiences, planning starts now. And you won’t believe what you’ll get.

Stress and addiction happen to people of all walks of life. Lucida understands this and offers one of the nation’s only multicultural, bilingual substance abuse & mental health treatment programs.

Business trips can be time-consuming and staying connected while on the road can be a challenge for busy entrepreneurs.

One of the most important lessons I’ve learned in life and business is to suppress my natural urge to make a split decision, come up with a quick solution and commit to an idea without letting it marinate first.

After you finish that last dinner meeting, this drink has just the right amount of jolt to get you through the final hurdle of the day — that ultra-productive span between midnight and 3 a.m.

Starting your own business or a new venture isn’t easy. Luckily, for folks who have a natural instinct for entrepreneurship, conceptualizing and creating an empire is second nature.

Whether you already own a business or daydream about starting your own thing one day, there’s no denying that Miami is a city built for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs, and there’s no shortage of success stories at every turn.

When it comes to starting your own business (or dreaming about it), the biggest plus — and con — is the ability being an entrepreneur affords for making money…how you want, when you want and with whom you want. Well, it’s not that easy to start your own thing. But if the spark (and talent) is there, read on.

A night at Gyu-Kaku starts with a booming Japanese greeting: Irasshaimase! And every staff member in a 20-foot radius acknowledges the arrival of each guest with a verbal high-five that says, make yourself at home, welcome & cheers all wrapped into one.

What makes a house more than just a simple structure? Well, there’s a lot that goes into it. Read on to discover what exactly imbues our living spaces with that special sense of home we all long for, no matter where we decide to reside.

Goodie-bags and personalized cakes are just some things to consider when throwing a child’s birthday bash. From picnics to guestlists, planning your little one’s party can be exciting and stressful. Let’s make it as perfect as possible.

When it comes to saké, many people only know to order it hot or cold. But there’s a whole world out there to discover about this libation you should be aware of before your next outing.

The rapid growth of Miami’s dining scene over the past few years has made it too easy to enjoy home-style meals, rather than home-cooked ones. As a city, we’re quickly losing our connection to cooking for ourselves and for our loved ones and if we keep this up, we might not know how to reclaim it.

Get in the holiday spirit with this Thanksgiving-inspired smoothie-style concoction sure to get you tipsy and turvy no matter where you decide to gobble down.

If inventions intrigue you, and you’re looking to tap into your inner nerd, make sure to experience The Patently Impossible Project Challenge this month at Miami Science Museum.

Cleaning is something that has to be done — either by ourselves or with some help. But exposing our bodies to strong cleaning chemicals can be harmful to our health. Here’s a little recipe for a homemade cleaner that will make the process much more polished and a lot less dangerous.

When you’re sick, you probably go to the doctor, but who helps you look after your health when you’re not sick? Seeing a doctor shouldn’t be just for sick visits or annual physicals.

Andre Siegel believes in business with compassion. As the Senior Marketing Manager at Sabadell United Bank, he communicates this message through the creation of advertising campaigns, and is the liaison between the institution’s brand and its customers.

If you’ve been bitten by the travel bug, we have a few apps that will make your life easier. Some you won’t stop using, and one we hope you’ll never have to use. Either way, keep them handy — you never know when they might save the day.

Let’s face it, the finance world can be quite confusing, but thankfully Twitter is here to save the day! Follow these awesome accounts to get up-to-date financial stories and commentaries that will help you make sense of the mad, mad world of money.

Buenos Aires, Montreal & Kobe all have their steak traditions, but you won’t have to travel far to reach these beefy banquets.

Invite someone into your home, and they’ll have a pretty good idea of the type of person you are. There are few things more special (and personal) than having guests drop in for a visit.

Be your own best barista. To discerning connoisseurs, the perfect cup of espresso is an art form. La Marzocco agrees.

The key to hosting a successful house party, no matter the size of your abode, is to think outside the box and get as ridiculous and extreme as your creative mind and your budget will allow. Some of these ideas are a bit out there, but imagine as you read through what would happen if you incorporated some (or all) of them into your next party.

A trip to Peru’s Sacred Valley is sure to be a feast for the senses with surprises at every turn and adventures waiting to be had everywhere you go — but the real journey will begin when you get back home.

As the world becomes all the more global, look to the trending evolution of effective people and products to predict the future of work, home & design…but don’t assume it will be bigger or better…instead, understand it will be more mobile, compact, nimble and agile.

Getting involved with a cause you care about can up your happiness, broaden your skillset and help you find a more meaningful place in the world.