Issue - May/June 2013

Vizcayne celebrated a Taste of Downtown Miami by welcoming local restaurants to bring sample dishes for partygoers to try while they toured the development’s newly modeled studio apartments.

United Way of Miami-Dade’s Young Leaders hosted Cruisin’ For A Cause aboard the luxurious South Beach Lady to raise funds to support United Way’s work in education, health and financial stability.

Banco Do Brazil Americas, a U.S. Community Bank, recently held an event at their new Banco Do Brazil Americas Branch in Brickell to introduce their new CEO, Antonio Cassio Segura, and his team to the community while marking the new branch opening.

The Blacks’ Annual Gala raised funds for at-risk youth with a stellar event at Fontainebleau that included live performances and a live aution.

Brazil Foundation held it’s 2nd Annual Gala at Vizcaya Museum & Gardens to honor influential social investors and bring together over 400 leaders from the worlds of business, diplomacy, academia, fashion and art to generate resources for community-led initiatives.

Newgard Development Group recently hosted an exclusive real estate broker event to unveil Downtown Miami’s hottest new urban address: Centro, a new loft-style condo.

Artists, aficionados and art lovers gathered at Biscayne Art House for the opening night of Karim Borjas’ exhibition.

Brickell Travel hosted a Grand Wine Tasting at the Coral Gables Museum to showcase the varied itineraries and travel experiences available to their clients.

Engel & Völkers Miami hosted a grand opening event for their newest office location in SoFi to unveil the fully equipped facility to real estate professionals as well as high-profile individuals within the community.

Brickell Magazine, Brickell Travel, Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables and Sabadell Bank had quite the showing at this year’s Mercedes-Benz Corporate Run.

A special event was held to celebrate Brazilian culture and lifestyle with a focus on Brazil’s luxury market at The Biltmore Hotel.

The Women’s Leadership Council celebrated the success of this year’s Singles For Switchboard Bachelor Auction with a special gathering at The Mark Yacht Club.

At an exclusive cocktail soiree at SLS Hyde Beach, The Related Group celebrated the sellout success of its 4th project in the last 18 months by thanking the real estate broker community and handing out over $3.3 million in commission checks.

Learn why getting involved in your community keeps you on your toes — professionally and socially — while helping you earn karma brownie points at the same time, no matter what your career and life goals.

Hit the beach in style this season with these luxurious looks sure to make a splash in and out of the water no matter where your itinerary takes you.

Don’t settle for anything less than the best when it comes to creating a spa-like haven in your home — and don’t worry, it’s not as difficult as you might think.

We scoured The Magic City to bring you what we deem to be the next generation of business leaders at the tip of The Sunshine State. These young professionals represent a variety of industries and excel at their respective crafts with superior sophistication and their own unique blend of style and savvy. All have managed to seamlessly balance their careers with their personal lives while continuously giving back to the community that has helped mold them into who they are. Without further ado, flip this page to meet this year’s Top 20 Under Forty.

This condo at The Ocean Club in Key Biscayne is second to none and features spacious areas for every member of the family and great views all year long.

avigating the world of personal branding isn’t easy. What do you need to know? Where do you start? We help you incorporate some expert advice into your plans to get the ball rolling on the best brand out there: YOU!

When it comes to dating, the options are endless. We explore a 6 types of first dates that will make an impact no matter who you’re with. Try one, or try them all.

With OhMyGosh Alternative Medicine, Candice Frederick is bravely forging new territory in the fight against a range of ailments.

Whether you’re a Baby Boomer, a Gen-Xer or a Millennial, every generation has its own unique approach to work.

Put your fitness to the test and have a muddy good time at the Merrell Down & Dirty Run this month.

Hit your body’s reset button with an exceptional, highly effective 3- or 5-day detox from Cooler Cleanse.

We might be a long way off from flying cars and hoverboards, but with devices like the Leap Motion Controller hitting stores, the future is definitely here.

The companies behind this pair of pieces might be better known for other products, but that doesn’t mean their stunning works can’t compete with their timepiece-only counterparts.

The new Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum Of Science is set to become one of the world’s most sustainable museums.

Trust the French to gorgeously marry beauty and wellness with high-tech. That’s the driving force behind Miami’s Aquathermes Spa, the U.S. outpost of a new revolution in beautification.

The new XJR Sedan from Jaguar melds supercar performance with a luxury driving and riding experience.

Attorney Alexandre Piquet believes in doing his part to lend a hand to abused and neglected children in South Florida and beyond.

Sue Wong’s sparkling new collection evokes the glamour of a bygone age while ensuring that your style is at once modern and nostalgic.

Want a truly extraordinary summer travel experience? Visit Earth’s most remote region, Antarctica, on board the National Geographic Explorer.

When it comes to his masterpieces, Artist David Peterson draws his inspiration from some surprising sources.

We all wish we could keep someone on staff just to help us track the million different projects we’re juggling at any given time.

It’s easy to think of them as filler, but tables can also add a key accent to any space. These picks do a lot more for your décor than hold up your magazines.

As the real estate market appears to be coming back, many law firms have had a lot of former customers express concerns when purchasing foreclosed or distressed properties. Here’s why.

Whenever I meet someone new I usually get and give a 30-second elevator pitch as a sort of introductory habit. I’ve found this phenomenon has lots of pros and cons. It’s great because you get a quick glimpse into who someone is and what they do for a living.