Issue - April 2013

Taste of Brickell was back for another incredible installment complete with VIP experiences and tons of drinks and bites for the hundreds of revelers in attendance to enjoy.

More than 1,500 children from public schools in Miami-Dade & Broward descended on The Sony Open for the annual Lindt Kids’ Day. The children participated in a tennis clinic and received encouraging words from players and former champs.

New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy, celebrated its highly anticipated 25th Anniversary with a look back at the organization’s innovative accomplishments and a special tribute to its Founder, Artistic Director and 12-time Grammy Award winner, Michael Tilson Thomas.

Vizcayne recently hosted their 2nd Annual “Carnival Under The Stars” by bringing a little Brazilian flavor to Miami.

Barents Re, a reinsurance company hosted a cocktail party to celebrate Miami Reinsurance Week 2013 at Club 50.

Musimelange.com, a classical music concert experience paired with culinary art and wine located in the comfortable living room of the M Building presented “A Spicy Night.”

Sun Sports HEAT TV celebrated the end of the 7th Annual Reid & Fiorentino “Call Of The Game Dinner & Celebrity Golf Classic” alongside today’s sports icons and philanthropic heroes of our community, with a triumphant salute to two of the most celebrated local charity organizations and beneficiaries: Lauren’s Kids Foundation & Dade Schools Athletic Foundation.

Light-control manufacturer Lutron Electronics and Coulisse, worldwide supplier of window décor, proudly announced The Lutron Coulisse Collection, oriented on design & innovation to benefit interior designers and architects alike.

Louis Vuitton celebrated the opening of its newest Maison in Aventura, presenting its sophisticated clientele with an exceptional retail experience.

Hundreds of Miami’s business, civic philanthropic and young professional leaders gathered for The Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science’s annual Galaxy Gala & Big Bang in support of the museum’s new state-of-the-art facility now under construction at Museum Park.

Property Markets Group hosted an exclusive VIP event for the launch of their new development called Echo. The party took place on a 5-acre lot which was transformed for one night only with performances by aerialists, live music and custom chandeliers.

Krug hosted an intimate gathering at Gale Hotel where Miami’s social elite mingled in The Regent Lounge amid baton twirlers, plush leather couches, bubbly filled glasses and bubbles floating in the air.

Biscayne Art House invited patrons to the debut of the multidisciplinary artwork of Karim Borjas, known for combining striking photography with vivid painting.

Big-box travel is starting to lose its appeal among the highly affluent and Brickell Travel Group plans to be there to provide exactly what elite travelers are looking for.

Whether on water or on land, these looks are sure to make you feel you’re best no matter where your itinerary takes you this season.

At Miami-based D.O.G., 5-star amenities for 4-legged friends yield an important bond between human and canine even when mommy and daddy are out of town.

Want to be more productive while you’re on the clock at home or at the office? Check out these picks sure to take your work ethic to new heights no matter the task at hand.

Feeling adventurous? Check out our list of bucket-list worthy outdoor experiences to be had in The Sunshine State. All you need to bring is a little courage, an open mind and plenty of adrenaline.

Meet the people who are shaping the future of business with every handshake, transaction and bottom line. The passion, attitude, outlook and savvy they all share has yielded an ingrained need to succeed no matter what the consequences. These inspirational visionaries are some of the top leaders of today and tomorrow who will inspire, motivate and in many cases complement the very goals that keep you going. After all, business is all about who you know, isn’t it?

As the global marketplace continues to diversify and evolve, most of us find ourselves spending an ample amount of time up in the air. Whether it’s travel on account of work, in pursuit of better opportunities or for a leisure escape from the grind: It’s not always easy…but oh, it’s so worth it!

Vivian Rodriguez of Walk With Vivian goes the extra mile to make sure your pets feel right at home when you’re away — no matter how many miles away you are from your furry friends.

Keith Clarke’s love for jazz has lead him to share his passion with city residents in a truly extraordinary way that at once changes lives and inspires.

Heading to The Big Apple? Make the super eco-friendly Crosby Street Hotel your sustainably luxurious home away from home.

With all of the pressure that exists in today’s hyper-competitive, hyper-informed society, how does one truly accept themselves holistically? Here are a few pointers on how to use self-actualization to achieve expert control of your creativity, spontaneity and problem-solving skills.

Hitting the road? Don’t leave these gadgets at home. They’re the perfect accompaniments to any excursion.

Getting away from it all isn’t an indulgence. When it comes to your health, it can be just as important as feeling healthy, exercising, sleeping regularly and eating right. Even just a weekend away can do wonders for your emotional, spiritual and mental health. Dr. Victoria Burns explains why.

Reset your physical and mental health with the Vivanta By Taj Bekal Kerala’s luxurious and powerful Ayurdveda Panchakarma Program.

Get ready for a serious good time — and help support one of the city’s coolest arts institutions — at Actor’s Playhouse’s 25th Anniversary Gala Bash.

Why settle for an ordinary rental when you can transform your trip to New England into an extraordinary driving experience with Status Ride?

They’re the two most important pieces of jewelry you’ll ever buy: Why would you settle for a conventional engagement or wedding ring when you can get one custom designed to fit your exact specifications?

Light as air with an organic, fluid form, Warren Platner’s signature table is just as stunning now as it was when it debuted in the 1960s, when its innovative use of elegantly bent and welded steel wire rods turned serious design heads.

These new cookbooks will help take your tastebuds on an international journey, right in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Susan Danis brings a passionate love for the arts to her work as the Florida Grand Opera’s new CEO.

Stylist David Luke Youse brings a unique perspective to his work at Waxmee Salon & Spa, thanks to his experience working in various continents.

We’ve already seen The Related Group’s gorgeous Icon building in Brickell, which has attracted some seriously A-list residents thanks to its stunning design.

We doubt Portland, Oregon’s, famous Heathman Hotel had any clue as to the role they’d play in E.L. James’s runaway bestseller, Fifty Shades of Grey, but taking part in the wilder imaginings of readers across the globe certainly hasn’t hurt the hotel’s popularity.

Who says watch faces have to be limited to round, square and rectangle? These 2 pieces give simple shapes the pass in favor of some innovative and stunning alternatives.

Florida International University’s College of Business explores the most effective ways to teach leadership in and out of the classroom.

If business has you on the road, at least you can travel in ultimate style with Rimowa’s Topas Titanium Luggage.

When it comes to frequent travelers, not all credit cards are created equal. In fact, some offer substantial perks that make them more than worth otherwise off-putting high annual fees. Here are 4 of our top picks.