Lifestyle
The Easy Life
Hotel Chancletas is located in one of the friendliest countries in Central America. Nicaragua could easily be heaven on Earth. With scenic offerings like volcano landscapes, lagoons and beaches, this land has it all.
Happy Smiles
Crowns (a.k.a. caps) have many purposes. The first is cosmetic in that crowns can be used to re-contour the shape of a tooth to help achieve a beautiful smile.
Animal App
Your cat or dog might not be able to tell you how they’re feeling and the status of their health all the time, but technology can. The PetPace Collar lets you know when something’s up with your furry precious before its reached the outwardly obvious stage.
Retreat In A Box
Every day is a new chance to connect to the most conscious, healthy, honest, joyful version of ourselves. Luckily, healing ourselves with earthy products is made easy with Yogi Surprise.
Stylish Sight
When you step inside International Opticians, you’ll notice that it feels different from the chain stores — and it is. This independent family-run eyecare facility offers truly personalized one-on-one service as well as the latest styles at great prices.
Food Dreamin’
When I was a kid and my dentist told my mother that I was grinding my teeth at night and would need a new mouth guard to protect my pearly-white chompers, she said it was because I was dreaming of food and chewing it in my sleep.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida.
Crazy Cravings-Curbing Diets From Around The World
Ever wonder what wacky tactics are employed to shed pounds around the globe? Well, some of the ones we’ve gathered might make you lose your appetite — or gain new insight into the science behind weight loss. Check out these bizarre diet and food trends for trimming and slimming that you may want to give a shot…or not!
Beyond Bliss
Going to a spa is not just about pampering and indulgence — it’s an essential part of modern life. A spa relieves the stress of our busy lives, detoxifies the body, massages away body aches and pains, provides state-of-the-art fitness options and gives us an overall mental and physical boost.
Dine In
The dining room is an essential part of any home. It serves as a gathering place, a location for special occasions and a room for making treasured family memories. With that in mind, it should be a sophisticated yet comfortable space.
Mystery, Mint Tea & Marrakech
A passage into Africa leads to the Northern City of Marrakech — witnessing the buttery sun biding adieu to the day, with the faint silhouette of camels on the horizon, the smell of cedar and sweet mint tea, the anticipation of adventure begins the second one utters the name: Morocco.
Matchmaking Diaries
Has online dating turned sour? All those perfect match apps have you jaded? Want to find true love without feeling like your throwing darts in a dark room? Investing in a professional matchmaker might be your answer to finding your better half in half the time.
Perfect Gentlemen
Brickell Magazine and Singles For Switchboard’s Bachelor Auction is celebrating its 5th Anniversary in style with a chic, gala-inspired soiree and live auction. Bid on some of Miami’s most eligible bachelors for your chance at a dream date. Who knows? You might just find true love!
Eternal Elixir
A potent moisturizing holistic beauty product that nourishes the skin, leaving it supple and baby soft, Butter Elixir has developed a cult following in the yogi and fashion worlds.
Bright Outlook
Being the person you’ve always dreamed of being may not be as hard as you may have originally thought. Learning how to find your own personal excellence by being innately aware that the power to change is in your control.
Outdoor Wizard
For the city slicker looking to conquer the great outdoors and survive to tell about it, here’s a quick list of a few things that will help you get by on your next big adventure and get back home in one piece.
Selfie Esteem
We’ve become a society of selfie addicts — we can’t help ourselves. Is it narcissism? Is it a way of putting our best foot forward and connecting with others? Whatever it might be, check out these tips on how to make your selfie downright selfie-sational.
Opera Kids
Young Patronesses Of The Opera, or YPO, is one of the oldest arts organizations in South Florida, celebrating 60 years of bringing opera to elementary school children of all walks of life.
Alt Dating
You don’t need to break the bank to woo someone on your first date. There are fun and creative ways to save money while having the time of your lives. Here are some awesome alternatives that can take any date to the next level.
Smile Power
“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” That’s a quote from Thich Nhat Hanh.
Pet-Sitter Diaries
Taking care of furry cuties seems like the easiest job in the world, or so you’d think. The professional sitters who care for the four-pawed amongst us have more than their fair share of wild tales to tell.
Life Audit
To effectively attract what you’re after in life, the first step is to discern more tactfully how you can allocate your attention and resources in a smarter way. Once that’s done, everything else will fall into place.
Yoga Go
Travel can be taxing on the body and soul, but now you can find a moment of balance and tranquility in some of our nation’s airports.
learning Excellence
A great education celebrates each child, embraces the support of family, delivers outstanding programs and fosters meaningful relationships between students and teachers.
She Said “Yes!”
Ever since I met my wife when we crossed paths at a fancy gala, I knew I was in trouble. When she told me her name, and I realized it means “Little Star” in Spanish, my jaw dropped. I love little stars, and I’ve always been obsessed with celestial bodies — I immediately realized she was out of this world.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida.
Mind Your Manners
Nobody wants to take on the role of Etiquette Police at the table — but just because no one’s saying anything when a fine dining faux pas makes polite stomachs turn, doesn’t mean that everyone isn’t wishing someone had taught the perpetrator some manners.
Cupid’s Choice
Procrastination and Valentine’s Day are definitely not a match made in heaven. We’ve gathered a collection of out-of-this-world gift ideas that will make her swoon…and possibly faint from sheer disbelief. Just make sure you don’t spend it all in one place.
Private Moments
Ready to redecorate your bedroom? Want liven things up a bit? Look no further. We’ve got the products and design inspiration for your most private and personal space right here.
Supper Sounds
Thea’s Supper Club caters to the Health District’s lunch crowd of medical and research professionals; but twice a month the lights go down, candles light up and the air crackles with soulful energy.
Legal Jargon
Are you uneasy with legalese? Get familiar with land-buying lingo so you can make a well-informed, educated choice for your next big investment.
Heavenly Hair
Whether you’re looking for a new look or just want to take advantage of superb hair services, discover what those in-the-know consider the best-kept secret in Brickell.
Travel Hounds
Last month, we covered concierge vet service for pampered pets flying on private planes, but for the rest of us who want to take our furry friends on vacation, the American Veterinary Medical Foundation offers plenty of advice.
Park Easy
Whether living, working or romancing in The Magic City, learn how the Miami Parking Authority (MPA) is helping ease parking needs around the key places you want to be.
District Delights
Beyond luxury boutiques and high-design showrooms, fantastic fare and delectable bites await your next visit to the buzzing Miami Design District.
Dancing Feet
Ever wonder just who is dancing on the side of the InterContinental Miami? Each year, the hotel hosts a Skyline Dancers competition and this year they took it to social media where people all over the world could submit video auditions for their chance to win a spot on the side of the building for the calendar year.
Iron It Out
Without adequate iron — essential for the production of hemoglobin, which helps your red blood cells distribute oxygen to your body — anemia can develop. Iron deficiency is one of the most common ailments of our time. The following are signs that your iron count might not be where it needs to be.
City Evolution
I recently had some friends visiting from out of town as I was working on the initial phases of gathering the information for all of the new projects planned for Brickell and Downtown Miami up through Midtown and Wynwood for our big Real Estate Issue.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida.
Honey, You’re Home…
Whether you choose to make a condo, a loft, a townhouse or an RV your home, this sacred space is your very own retreat from the noise and pressure of the outside world. Here are tips on how to make your home-life as tranquil as possible.
