Lifestyle
Social Endeavors
Lets be honest, Facebook is not the cool social network it once was. It’s become a plethora of promotions, advertising and chain statuses. People have been searching for a new platform, and Ello might be it.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida.
Holiday Spirit
Whether you’ve been naughty or nice this year, you’re probably in need of a stiff drink to help you survive the cool weather, long lines and wishlists that are synonymous with holiday cheer. Make sure to add this tropical twist on a holiday favorite to the menu and you’ll be opening up all your presents with an extra-loud hurrah.
Artsy Intimidations
December in Miami is colored with a diverse palette of artistic happenings and events. From Art Basel to wearable art, the scene is filled with fun for all the senses. Navigate the scene effortlessly without making any of these missteps along the way.
Inner Necessities
Sad, happy, up, down — it doesn’t matter. Art will always be the BFF that helps usher you in to a totally new mindset. Because, let’s face it: Life’s a rollercoaster, and art is the perfect inspiration.
The Art Of Collecting
What you can’t articulate, allow art to do for you — it’s never too late or too soon to start your very own art collection. To help you in that measure, we’ve gone to the experts: International & Miami-Based Artists, Dealers, Collectors, Interior Designers & Appraisers to better understand the purpose and process of art and art collecting.
Stalk Exchange
The average fast food combo is prepared with an extraordinary amount of additives — often on par with a high school science fair. We may not all be registered dieticians, but we’ve become more conscious about what we’re putting in our bodies than ever before.
Power Sours
Sour beers are measured by an acidic pH and dry demeanor that shares more in common with champagne than cerveza, but that shouldn’t deter microbrew enthusiasts.
Light Advice
Table lamps, floor lamps, ceiling lights, recessed fixtures, exterior options...the many ways to illuminate a home can seem overwhelming at times. Here are a few outstanding options in a world of wonderful design.
More Than Bricks & Mortar
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.
Birthday Wishes
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.
For Saké’s Sake
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.
Home Cookin’
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.
Oral Fix
Oil pulling, also known as kavala or gunusha, is an ancient Ayurvedic dental technique usually associated with Indian medical remedies that dates back almost 5,000 years.
Pumpkin Smash
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.
All Hail Kale
Remember when kale was just that weird green leaf that health freaks use to put in their smoothies? Yeah, that’s sooooo last year! Lovinah Natural’s Kale Chia Berry Body Serum is sure to turn you into a fan.
Bright Ideas
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.
Home Sparkle
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.
Primary Care
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.
Banking On Giving
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.
Wanderer’s Apps
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.
Thirst Quenched
We’re always looking for ways to improve our lives, and it seems like no matter who we speak to lately, everyone is bragging about the wonderful benefits of lemon water. So what can drinking a little lemon throughout the day really do for you? Well, lots.
Body Beautiful
It’s a rare person who doesn’t have a little fat around their middle that they would like to get rid of. Fortunately, in the last couple of years there has been new technology that has been FDA-approved to specifically address this concern.
Financial Socials
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.
Steak Sizzle
Buenos Aires, Montreal & Kobe all have their steak traditions, but you won’t have to travel far to reach these beefy banquets.
Ode to Home
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.
ElitE Espresso
Be your own best barista. To discerning connoisseurs, the perfect cup of espresso is an art form. La Marzocco agrees.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida.
A Blowout Bash of Buzz-Worthy Proportions
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.
Land Of Good Spirits
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.
Life Design
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.
Cause Crusader
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.
Shared Spaces
If you’re in need of a change of scenery when it comes to where you get work done, co-working facilities offer an office setting that anyone can utilize — sans the office politics…for the most part.
Emotional State Of Mind
All sorts of physical attributes can be traced back to your ancestors. But did you know your temperament and emotional state can also be a product of your DNA? Well it can, at least according to a branch of science called Emotional Genealogy dedicated to the subject.
Gracious Living
The living room is the social center of the home. It’s at once a fashionable space where we entertain guests and a warm, welcoming room where the family can get together and relax.
Wired to Win
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.
The New 9 to 5
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.”
Game Of Cones
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.
Final Frontier
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.
