Aventura News 10.19.2011 by Community Newspapers

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October 19 - 25, 2011

Aventura Marketing Council coordinates ‘jumbo networker’ for 3rd Annual Hard Rock Café Talent Show-Down with George Neary as Emcee

Gonzalo del Rio, Hard Rock Café Miami

Samuel Alexander, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau

Nicole Bequer, Aventura Marketing Council

ard Rock Café Miami, located in Bayside Marketplace was the place to be as hundreds of guests from the Aventura Marketing Council (AMC), Argentine American Chamber of Commerce (AACC), Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce (DMBC), Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB), Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce (MBCC), Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce (M-DCC), Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (MDGLCC) and Viernes Culturales joined together for a jumbo networker that featured great food and drink, amazing singers and unbeatable networking. Gonzalo del Rio, sales manager for Hard Rock Café Miami, said, “This was the third year that we hosted this fabulous event... and each year surpasses the one before! This year, we’ve asked guests to donate ‘from the heart’ to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of So. Florida, my chosen charity.” Using a “Christmas in October” theme, del Rio and his talented team served up a full holiday dinner with all the trimmings in their private dining room, as well as wonderful passed hors d’oeuvres and gracious hospitality throughout the evening. There was no doubt that Hard Rock Café

Miami is a perfect place for upcoming meetings and social events. Blue Bell Ice Cream was back for the third time, and the line of guests waiting to enjoy their delicious ice cream was testament to the tremendous success the company has had since entering the Florida market. Emcee “showman extraordinaire,” George Neary from the Gr. Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, was just that- a ‘showman extraordinaire’! Everyone knew they were in for a treat when he donned his ‘sparkle’ jacket to take the stage. Ad-libbing off his 36-page agenda, Neary had the audience eagerly awaiting his next joke. Celebrity Judges included community leader and philanthropist Aventura Comm. Billy Joel; multi-Carbonell Award- winning actor and director Dan Kelley, now starring at the Miami Beach Stage Theatre; Super DJ Angel Rodriguez who is also agent for the legendary salsa duo “Hansel y Raul”; Nicole Gates, Promotions Director of WLYF-101.5 FM Radio; and Heather Davis, noted model and actress. ––––––––––––––––

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Santa Claus and Emcee George Neary, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau

Rona Rose Witek, Miami Beach Chamber

HARD ROCK, page 2

PHOTOS BY JUAN SACO MIRANOFF

Magda Ortiz, MiamiDade Gay & Lesbian Chamber

Daniel Bouchet, Argentine American Chamber

Octavia Cummings, Miami-Dade Chamber

Lourdes the Voice, Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber

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Aventura Marketing Council coordinates ‘jumbo networker’ for 3rd Annual Hard Rock Café Talent Show-Down with George Neary as Emcee HARD ROCK, from page 1

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Henry Menendez of HNO Productions provided all the audiovisual and photographer Juan Saco Miranoff was taking photos throughout the evening. Each singer took the stage, representing one of the participating organizations: 11-year old Samuel Alexander, representing the GMCVB, sang “It Feels Like Tonight; 17 yearold opera singer Nicole Bequer sang “Think of Me”; Daniel Bouchet, who sang “Mack The Knife” representing the AACC; Octavia Cummings – the winner of the contest – representing the M-DCC, blew the roof off with her version of “A Fool in Love”; Lourdes the Voice, representing the DMBC, sang her original song, “Bajo la Luna”; Magda Ortiz, representing the MDGLCC, sang “Animal” and Rona Rose Witek, representing the MBCC, won runner-up with “Before He Cheats.” It was a difficult decision for the five celebrity judges to select a winner and runner-up...their scores were combined with the audience votes to reach the final decision. CPAs Steven Price and Derby Norvilus from the firm of Goldstein Schechter Koch, served as Official Scorekeepers, and tallied the votes. Just before the results were announced, 14-year old Ashley Briggs, a singer/songwriter, who is a volunteer for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, entertained the audience with “There’s Your Trouble.” The winning singer, Octavia Cummings, won two round-trip tickets on Continental Airlines to go anywhere in the U.S., Mexico or Canada, thanks to friends from the GMCVB and Continental Airlines. In addition, the M-DCC’s selected charity ‘Voices for Children,’ received a $500 donation. Runner-up Rona Rose Witek won two tickets to all the 20112012 shows at the Miami Beach Stage Door Theatre, thanks to the MBCC and Sharon Kersten PR.

Emcee George Neary with 1st place winner Octavia Cummings, Sandra Daley- Francois and Bill Diggs, Pres., Miami-Dade Chamber

For more information on Hard Rock Café Miami, call 305377-3110 or visit hardrock.com

Celebrity judges Nicole Gates, Miami-Dade Chamber; Heather Davis, MiamiDade Gay & Lesbian Chamber; Dan Kelley, Miami Beach Chamber

Hard Rock Café Miami wine bar Leo and Brandon, Blue Bell Ice Cream

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Wandering & Pondering Truth

Laura and Bill have been married for of you as someone for her in her quite awhile. And frankly it has sur- future? Didn’t take him long to asnswer, “I prised many people. Laura is a quite, lovely looking knew how strongly I felt about her and woman and shuts down a room just by I decided to tell her even if she laughed at me.” entering. People can’t help He stopped, “We were havnoticing her by the way she ing lunch, which surprised me walks, talks and comports that she had agreed to lunch herself. Bill looks and you see with me. I looked at her and him as someone who is just told her that I wanted to marry there. Bill runs a nice busiher. She sort of laughed and ness and is very personable asked, “Why?” I looked but as far as looks are constraight at her and told her I cerned he pretty much looks DAN PALMER loved her. She stared off and like anyone. He could just then said to me, “It’s the first time in fade into any afterthoughts. The question was just how did he my life that someone has actually told accomplish something that so many me that he loves me.” Bill and Laura are happy together failed to do. I arranged for a lunch together. After all the usual foreplay of and he always reminds her that he questions and stories that we both had loves her on a daily basis. Maybe that’s something many of us shared, I asked him, “Bill, how in the world did you get Laura to even think could remember. Maybe you?

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Aventura Marketing Council coordinates ‘jumbo networker’ for 3rd Annual Hard Rock Café Talent Show-Down with George Neary as Emcee

Ashley Briggs, Make-AWish Foundation

Goldstein Schecter Koch CPA’s Steven Price and Derby Norvilus

Emcee George Neary, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau

Candice Ryan-Lederman, North Beach Vacular & Aesthetics and Donald Miller

Gonzalo del Rio, Hard Rock Café Miami and door prize winner Dr. Jodi Stoner, BusinessEtiquette.Biz

DeAnne Connolly Graham, Welcome/Bienve nidos Visitors Magazine and Jessica Geter, Miami-Dade Chamber

2nd place winner Rona Rose Witek and Jerry Libbin, Pres., Miami Beach Chamber

Alan Bromley; Octavia Cummings, Miami-Dade Chamber; Celebrity judge Aventura Comm. Billy Joel

PHOTOS BY JUAN SACO MIRANOFF

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Fear of Compromise

Patricia C. Frank FRANKLY SPEAKING Maybe your difficulty making a commitment to someone or something is really a fear of compromising. Maybe, you do not want to have to accept the compromises that are part of all relationships. It is more about perceived loss of freedom and personal integrity than the actual loss. It is also about the loss of control. Many people feel threatened if they cannot control everything completely. It is frightening for them so they avoid it. It can be about the need to win in every situation no matter what is involved or how trivial it may be. Winning and having it their way takes precedence because they have low self-esteem and any compromise is losing to them. Compromise is a mutual agreement negotiated between individuals to satisfy their opposing or opposite needs and desires. Any negotiation can feel like a loss to some people. In order to reach a compro-

mise everyone involved has to modify their demands and give up some control. Learn how to negotiate and make small compromises by using a non-threatening technique. Use the number system. Assign a number from one to ten that describes an activity’s importance to you. Ask the other person to also assign a number to the activity. For instance, the question of dinner may arise. The other person may say, “Let’s go out to dinner.” Ask how important that is. The other person may say, “I’m about a 10.” “I need a break.” You can say, “I’m about a five.” “I had a hectic day. Perhaps, we could go someplace casual and come home early.” “Let’s plan on another day for a more formal dinner.” This is a positive, peaceful and productive negotiation. It eliminates the potential for upsets, arguments, resentments or disappointments. It is an open, honest and non-emotional means of communication. Practice this technique with partners, friends and acquaintances. You will be pleasantly surprised at how satisfying and successful it is. It can be applied to practically every situation. Patricia Frank is a Licensed Psychotherapist. She can be reached at 305-788-4864, 212-308-0309.

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The Piano Man: Accepting requests at Aventura Hospital Every afternoon at 3 p.m., the grand lobby of Aventura Hospital fills with the sounds of timeless songs thanks to a gentleman affectionately known as ‘Bertie’. Retired New York attorney Bertram Friedlieb first touched the keys of the Aventura Hospital’s baby grand piano after a physical therapy appointment following knee surgery. Visitors heard the musical maestro and began requesting songs. With permission from the facility, Bertie dusted off his old music books and returned the following day. More than a year later, Bertie is an Aventura Hospital staple, playing fan favorites and jazz classics. “I used to play at Nordstrom when I first moved down here, but when they stopped their live music, I had nowhere to play. Aventura Hospital was kind enough to let me tickle their ivories,” said Bertie. “I love the piano and I love to entertain people. It gave me a second lease on life and a purpose to my days.” Most days, Bertie comes to Aventura Hospital to have lunch in the cafeteria before settling in at the piano bench. Armed with his music book, a constant

Bloomingdale’s thinks pink and supports the fight against Breast Cancer Proceeds benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation® and the search for a cure Thinking Pink, Bloomingdale’s is once again supporting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation® (BCRF) and the search for a cure in stores and on-line. Bloomingdale’s, along with long-standing partner, The Estée Lauder Companies, will demonstrate their support for the cause with special events, exclusive merchandise, and exciting promotions. Since the start of the Pink campaign in 2005, Bloomingdale’s has raised in excess of 3 million dollars for BCRF.

companion, Bertie entertains patients and visitors alike, while his wife Marilyn nods her head to the rhythm or naps at one of the comfortable couches. His music has accomplished more than lift the spirits of family members visiting patients. Employees have come to love the music and the animated man behind the notes.

For information call 305-682-7000 or visit AventuraHospital.com

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HOW TO SUPPORT LOCALLY AT BLOOMINGDALE’S AVENTURA & MIAMI AT THE FALLS: Give Pink, Get More - Bloomingdale’s cardholders have the opportunity to opt into Give Pink, Get More, for a $15 donation to BCRF from Sept. 28 – Oct. 31. By joining Give Pink, Get More, shoppers can receive up to $250 in rebate cards just in time for the holiday shopping season. Oct. 15 at 3pm: Meet Marisa Acocella Marchetto - Join Bloomingdale’s Aventura

for a personal appearance of the nationally acclaimed author, cartoonist and breast cancer survivor. Marisa Acocella Marchetto helps Bloomingdale’s Aventura think PINK this season as she creates a sketch LIVE and in person! Oct. 20 from 2 to 8 p.m.: Ready, Set, Pink! - This year Bloomingdale’s is having the first annual Ready, Set, Pink! event in all stores across the country. Aventura & Miami at The Falls shoppers can expect a total pink experience, complete with music, maniCURES, refreshments, trunk shows, special guests, and fun! Get PINK’D - Bloomingdale’s is also offering many products with a designated portion of sales benefitting breast cancer research.

For information, call 305-792-1000 or visit bloomingdales.com

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‘Custom Party’

Bari Auerbach LIFE IN THE CITY If you haven’t already decided what you’re going to be for Halloween, here are some foolish ghoulish ideas for costumes you might actually consider wearing yearround in Aventura… Police Officer: If you dress up like one of Aventura’s “best in blue” officers and get pulled over by a real cop for speeding, you might be able to avoid getting a ticket…just make sure your badge doesn’t say “Made in Taiwan.” Superhero: If you morph into a superhero who can fly, imagine how much faster you could travel around town feeling sorry for all the mere mortals still stuck in traffic…And if you have super human strength, you can impress everyone at the gym with how much you can bench - or even better – have no problem lifting up and

moving the car that parked too close to you before you get more dings in your door. Cashier: If you look good in green, it could be fun to dress up like a Publix cashier so you can scan your own groceries much quicker and never have to wait in line behind someone with hundreds of coupons again! Princess: You may want to pick a more unique costume – unless you don’t mind looking like every other girl around town! Scrubs: If you or your kids dress up like a doctor or nurse, why not capitalize on the costumes…Tell the hospital for a fair price, when you go door to door trick or treating you’ll let everyone know the current wait time in the ER is only three minutes! Pirate: If you dress up like Captain Hook, don’t wear your eye patch around Lenscrafters or they may try to pull you in for an exam…But this could be the perfect costume for every one who already has the most valuable treasure - a home in Aventura - where no one’s ever haunted by scary high crime rates or frighteningly low temperatures!

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Patience is a hard lesson to learn BY PAUL MERKER

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Yesterday I was sitting at a stop light impatiently waiting for the light to turn green so I could race off and join all the other NASCAR wannabes on ter people. By being patient we reduce our the streets of Miami. stress levels, and we minimize our anger Suddenly, the light and become less overwhelmed by the small changed, but before I could get my car in stuff. There are a number of ways to develmotion the guy behind me honked his horn! op patience: Present company excluded, of course, • Have faith that you can overcome a difbut I have come to the conclusion that there ficult situation. are two kinds of drivers — the maniacs that • Slow down and plan ahead. are always on the horn and • Leave home earlier than drive too fast and the idiots you normally would. “One moment that drive too slow. I am of the • Take deep breaths and opinion that I am a very of patience may try to relax when you find patient person and a perfect yourself getting impatient ward off great driver. My wife suggests that I because whenever we are get a second opinion. stressed we tend to lose our disaster; We live in a fast-paced, crazy patience. one moment techno world where instant If you can develop gratification and patience are patience, you will have a of impatience not often practiced or calmer body and a calmer acquired. For most of us, may ruin an mind. As an added benefit, patience is a hard lesson to you will gain inner beauty, entire life.” learn. strength and happiness. In There is an old Chinese personal lives and – Old Chinese proverb our proverb that reads: “One careers we can’t always moment of patience may ward expect to get immediate off great disaster; one moment of impatience results from our actions. We have to be may ruin an entire life.” Think of how many patient. You never know what is around the lives have been affected by automobile acci- river bend. dents because someone was impatient and rushing. Situations are not always so urgent Paul Merker is a Certified Addiction that we should risk our well being and the Therapist and is a member of the South safety of other people. Slow down, take a Miami Drug-Free Coalition. He has a prifew breaths, stop rushing and appreciate life vate counseling practice and may be conas it unfolds. tacted by calling 305-498-0704 or by sendThe person who benefits most from ing email to <merkerpaul1@aol.com>. For patience is you. I have heard it said that more information, go to <www.paulmerkpatience is a virtue because it makes us bet- er.com>.

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Avoiding the Holiday Bulge

Michelle Ishakov NUTRITION & YOU Fall is the start to many yearly celebrations, holidays, and other fall festivities. With all the yummy, hearty food and drinks going around, one can pack on the pounds in just a few servings! Not to mention with cooler weather comes less workouts, meaning even more weight gain. From candies, chocolates, fall beverages, and heart holiday meals, it is no wonder many of us make losing weight our new year’s resolution! Here are a few tips for keeping your figure during this wonderful time of year! When it comes to drinks, try to have drinks that are not mixed with extra sugars. Stick to wine, tequila, vodka, or whiskey. If having a mixed drink, pair it with diet soda. Try to eliminate fruity, sugary drinks that contain a lot of calories. On the nights you want to drink, try to eat less carbs that day so that you can use your carbs towards your drinks. If you are at a dinner and about to order food, stick to vegetables and proteins (such as fish or meat). No carbs, which means no sugars (dessert), pasta, rice, or potatoes. If there is a buffet at a dinner party and you don’t know what foods to choose or what foods to combine, opt for 1 to 2 types of protein. For example, eat a piece of fish and/or meat plus salad. Choose a green

salad over salads that contain corn, beans, and pasta. If you feel like having beans for example, you can have beans and rice (1/2 a cup each) plus vegetables; but do NOT have meat, beans, rice, vegetables, fruit, dessert, etc. This is a big no-no. Not only will you gain weight, but you will feel bloated and uncomfortable the next day. Remember, it’s all about proper food combinations! A tip I highly recommend is having a protein snack before you leave the house to avoid arriving to dinner hungry. Hunger leads to poor food decisions! Try not to eat a late dinner as we burn less calories at night (and are less active). If you are feeling hungry late at night, go for a protein snack that doesn’t contain lots of sugars (5 grams max per serving). With every alcoholic drink you have, have a glass of water. Alcohol dehydrates you. Drinking water will also keep you fuller and you will not feel hung over the next day. Finally, if you feel that you “over did it” the night before or couldn’t hold back on savoring all the yummy foods at dinner, make sure to watch what you eat the following day. Have a healthy day by having proteins and vegetables. To avoid that holiday bulge and receive helpful recommendations for the fall season, please come visit me at Nutriway at the Promenade Shops in Aventura. I can also be reached at 305-4387775 or mishakov@mynutriway.com. See you soon!

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‘Blackjack on the Deck’ Nov. 16 at Duffy’s Sports Grill benefits Special Olympics Florida Blackjack players—listen up—this one’s for you! Now you can play your favorite game while lending your support to the inaugural “Blackjack on the Deck” benefiting Special Olympics Florida on Wed., Nov. 16th, 6-10 p.m. at the North Miami Beach Duffy’s Sports Grill. Enjoy it all at Blackjack on the Deck: blackjack tournament, live music, open bar, silent auction, Duffy’s exceptional food and more – all set waterside on Duffy’s Sports Grill’s fabulous deck. A donation of $50 gets you all this and proceeds benefit the athletes of Special Olympics Florida. “It’s only through the events like Blackjack on the Deck, community partners like Duffy’s Sports Grill, and individual supporters, that we are able to offer our wide array of year-round programs and services, at no cost to the athlete or their family. This is critical so that no one is left on the sidelines due to financial barriers,” said Monty Castevens, President and CEO of Special Olympics Florida.

For more information or to register, visit specialolympicsflorida.org/duffys Special Olympics Florida provides year-round sports training and competition to children and adults with intellectual disabilities, at no cost to the athlete or their caregiver, as a means of achieving physical fitness, self-esteem, socialization skills, and the life skills necessary to become productive, respected and contributing members of their communities. Visit specialolympicsflorida.org

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‘Cups’ at Aventura Arts & Cultural Center an entertaining journey through women’s lives Heartwarming play held during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October In a heartwarming journey tracing the milestones in a woman’s life through the bras she has worn, the City of Aventura presents Cups, a play by Joni Sheram, Wed., Oct. 12 through Sat., Oct. 22 at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. The play which takes place during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October reflects on sexual awakening, having children, forging a personal identity, battling disease and growing older, as women move from training bras to strapless pushups, maternity bras to prosthesis and bras that could be burned in the name of women’s liberation. The Denver Post review said, “While this may seem like a ‘girls only’ show, it isn’t.” The depth of Sheram’s writing transcends gender, asking us to consider the touchstones of our own life. Sheram’s script captures many of the remarkable, kaleidoscopic events witnessed by the past three or four generations, as well as revealing a reflective and inquisitive spirit that artfully applies a liberal dose of humor to it all.” For more information, call 954-462-0222 or visit aventuracenter.org

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Attorney Barry Snyder: Making a case for supporting ‘NANAY’ youth and elders BY BARI AUERBACH

Save the date! On Friday, Nov. 4, the National Alliance to Nurture the Aged and the Youth (NANAY) will hold its 17th Anniversary and Awards Banquet – a special event being chaired by attorney Barry Snyder of Snyder & Gonzalez, P.A. – a renowned personal injury/criminal defense law firm serving clients throughout Florida, including Aventura and North Miami Beach. Beyond helping clients recover millions in settlements and judgments, Snyder and his partners Victor M. Gonzalez and Julio Munoz are dedicated to helping put “lives back together again.” This mission extends to the firm’s support of NANAY and many other worthy causes. NANAY, Inc. is a charitable organization providing psychological, social, health and emotional support for youth and elders in the community, irrespective of race, sex or creed. NANAY also provides free services such as foreclosure intervention and assistance with loan modifications. While Snyder & Gonzalez has over 50 years

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of experience representing clients of all ages, the legal team finds it especially rewarding to facilitate positive outcomes for young people – yet another reason why Snyder is proud to encourage support for NANAY. Just some of the high profile cases the firm has been involved with related to help-

ing a 13-year-old severely injured after falling from a moving school bus; and Snyder was also part of a legal defense team that helped a young man wrongly accused of murder as a teen receive justice. “I was proud to be a part of a legal defense team that truly understood the plight of a

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young man who was in way over his head in a legal system that refused to understand his particular situation,” Snyder said. Now, as Chair of NANAY’s Anniversary Gala and Awards Banquet, Snyder is championing the cause to ensure the philanthropic evening featuring dancing and a silent auction will be the most successful yet. This year, the opulent venue will be the Signature Grand in Davie and tax deductible donations will help provide supportive services to elders and after school access to high-tech computers for youths. There are still opportunities to donate items for the silent auction that will showcase valuable items including: Magnificent ceramic Chinese vases, a one week vacation at Orlando’s Westgate Resort and Spa, a four-day Caribbean cruise and Paula Deen porcelain cookware. Gala benefactors can also have their names immortalized on a “Legacy Tree” that will be displayed in the main hall of the NANAY Community Center. “Recognition is gratifying, but of course, your best reward is the satisfaction of knowing your gift has made a difference in the lives of elders and youth,” Snyder said. For tickets to the Nov. 4 NANAY Anniversary Gala and Awards Banquet, email Valerie Crawford at NANAYgala1@gmail.com or phone the NANAY Community Center: 305-981-3232. For more information about “Your Neighborhood Attorneys” Snyder & Gonzalez, P.A., phone: 305-919-9797 or visit snydergonzalez.com

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EAT THIS... DRINK THAT So my very picky brother came to the states (he lives in Costa Rica) a few weeks ago and wanted to go out to dinner. I didn’t really feel like hiking it all the way down South – not even to mid-town or the Design District, but was at a loss. What would satisfy his need for the best food and service – while remaining really close to home. Well, let’s see – Chef Allen… gone. Pilar… too old-school. Grill on the Alley, Bella Luna, Cheesecake Factory (yeah, right) …all “mall”…not going to happen. So after racking my brain, I remembered Turnberry. Bourbon Steak. When you think about Michael Mina, you just can’t go wrong. So in we went. It was quiet…at 8:30 ona Saturday. I was a bit surprised bwecasue I’d expected a bit of chaos. Aventurians do not usually go to dinner much later than the 8PM hour so I thought, “Hmmm…maybe something is wrong.” But much to the contrary. At 9 PM the place started filling up. Not the tables so much, but the entire bar area. There was a private party. And as the folks filed in, the appetizers began circulating and all was right in the world. Little sliders, bacon wrapped scallops, fries, fries, and more fries, and the like. From our “front view table” my husband Ian and I, my brother and our friends Charles and Jacque all watched the action while dining on delicious cuisine. So, what did we have? Okay, here’s the deal. As we sat down, mere minutes after out perfectly mixed artisanal cocktails were transferred from the bar to our table, the waiter delivered Bourbon Steak’s signature fries. Some places offer bread – Mina’s idea of an “on the house” starter are hand-cut fires. They come – crispy, hot and fresh from the fryer with three dipping sauces including a house made ketchup. Starters, which are not inexpensive, are large enough to share. I began with the heirloom tomato salad, which was served with Burrata cheese, pine nuts, and a light vinaigrette ($18). I could have stopped there and it would have been enough, but naturally, hat is dinner without, well, dinner. I ordered short ribs with celery root purée, baby vegetables, and perigourdine ($32). The meat was so tender it literally fell off the bone. Being a fan of slow cooked food, I was thrilled with my choice.

My husband began with Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho, which was topped with Alaskan King Crab, and Serrano Chili. It was light and refreshing and a perfect beginning to his petite Wagyu NY Strip ( medium rare and was so tender it was fork-cuttable). Served with Short Rib Croutons, Jasmine Rice, and Cilantro Chimichurri it would have been worth any price, however, as part of the Miami Spice menu (on a Saturday, too) – it was only $45 (usually $35 but there was a $10 supplement – it is Wagyu after all). Specials occur regularly, and that particular night, they were offering a 48ounce bone in New York Strip for just $125. Okay, it was on the pricey side, but there was a lot of “dinner” waiting to happen. After a bit of hemming and hawing, my bro decided that it was his vacation and he could indulge if he chose to. And with that, a stunning piece of beef, prepared a perfect medium and pre-sliced came to the table the pan it was cooked in. I am not sure how I feel about this because, while it was flavorful and well done (as in perfectly prepared), there were only seven medium slices of meat. Most of the weight came from the bone. We were, at first, going to share it and if we had chosen to go that route, we would’ve been sorely disappointed (and still hungry). Sides are all separate. We shared broccoli – nothing special, but being a fan of the veggie – it was quite tasty. The truffled mac and cheese was creamy and tasty, and in my opinion, amazing. After all, you can never go wrong with anything with the word truffle in the title. One of our friends ordered the scallops. For $36, he received a few medium sized crustaceans on a plate. They were prepared nicely, but he is a big guy and definitely needed more food. The hit of the night came at the end. Ian’s spice menu selection included dessert. Not a huge fan of dessert, I always tend to prefer walking away with savory in my mouth. He ordered bread pudding. Bourbon and Peach bread pudding topped with Vanilla bean ice cream was enough to make it all worth it. After each taking a very satisfying bite, we paid the check and left satisfied. So, all in all, would I rush back? Perhaps, for select things when I want to indulge. It is expensive. But being that it is so close to my house, it did the trick. Shari Lynn Rothstein has been writing about food, wine, lifestyles and fashion for more than 20 years, in New York and Florida. She resides in Aventura. Shari can be reached at shari@slkcreative.com <mailto:shari@slkcreative.com> for comments, questions thoughts.

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Outlook for Fourth Quarter indicates some small gains

Al Sunshine CBS MONEY WATCH If you have not checked your calendar lately, don’t be surprised to see we’re now in the Fourth Quarter and well on our way towards closing out 2011. And despite a rocky October start on Wall Street, there are new signs the U.S. economy still is improving, even if it’s just seeing minor gains. Unfortunately, for struggling homeowners around South Florida, the Fourth Quarter will bring more pressures on our paychecks and more opportunities to get ready for holiday spending. For the 28th straight month, the U.S. economy was able to squeak out gains according to the latest figures from the Institute for Supply Management. Consumer sentiment also is improving and auto sales are seeing an increase too. And here is more good news: Wholesale oil prices are dropping under $80 a barrel and that’s triggering price drops at local gas stations. Holiday hiring is starting all over South Florida and hopefully will provide thousands of jobs for local unemployed workers. Yet even so, our slow recovery is expected to continue through the end of the year. There still are unresolved problems in Europe, and the unending gridlock in Washington is expected to pull down investor confidence through December. For local families, the Fourth Quarter will mean more tough times, and make it more difficult to pay bills, while price hikes and stalled salaries make it harder than ever to keep up with it all.

I spoke to one South Florida homeowner who told me she has been hearing a lot of bad news from her patients and has to work extra hard just to keep up with her own bills. “I work seven days a week and I see all of my patients,” she said. “Most of them are completely stressed out. They need to come see me just to deal with how they feed their kids. They ask how they’re going to pay their rent. And a lot of them have lost their homes.” That is why financial planners say now is the time to start your own end of the year “money watch.” Here are some things you can do immediately: • Double check your bills to track spending. • Cut back on expenses wherever possible. • Try to save some extra cash over the next few months for holiday shopping. • Consider spreading out purchases to avoid all the bills coming due in January. With improved consumer spending, some money managers forecast possible improvements in the local and national economy. Financial Planner Matt McGrath of Coral Gables financial firm Evensky & Katz advises, “You typically see a boost in the economy from consumer spending in the fourth quarter. Retailers are already getting a jump on holiday advertising and promotions. So we could see improved spending possibly as soon as early October.” A growing number of retailers already are offering lay-away plans and deep discounts to stimulate early holiday shopping. And luckily, South Florida’s biggest economic engines — tourism and foreign trade — are forecast to see solid gains through the end of the year. Watch Al Sunshine’s “Money Watch” reports Monday-Friday beginning at noon. You may find Al’s blog at cbsMiami.com.

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Going ‘against the grain’ Dr. Arthur Agatston prescribing glten-free diet BY BARI AUERBACH In his newest book, The South Beach Wake Up Call, Dr. Arthur Agatston, father of the South Beach Diet and preventive cardiologist, suggests eliminating all wheat products, rye and barley from your diet may be the “gluten solution” to greater health and well-being. According to Agatston, he noticed some of his patients eating lean proteins, nuts, beans and vegetables during phase one of the South Beach Diet, when no wheat products are allowed for two weeks, were not only losing weight - but also experiencing various health benefits. In a recent NBC Miami news segment, Agatston claims that as a result of following a gluten-free diet, tennis star Novak Djokovic improved his athletic endurance and went on to win Wimbledon and the US Open this year. In The South Beach Wake Up Call: Why America Is Still Getting Fatter and Sicker, Plus 7 Simple Strategies for Reversing Our Toxic Lifestyle, Agatston explains a gluten intolerance can remain undetected yet manifest in adverse health reactions. Agatston’s nurse practitioner noticed her acid reflux condition dramatically improved within just a couple of days after eliminating gluten from her diet. A patient with severe psoriasis also saw miraculous “gluten-free” results when her skin completely healed without having to take strong medications. Today, anyone who wants to try a gluten-free diet won’t have trouble finding a plethora of gluten-free products now available at mainstream supermarkets including gluten-free breads and pastas. There are also many websites such as Celiac.com providing gluten-free safe and unsafe food lists…Did you know bran, matzo, cookie dough and certain mustards contain gluten? To prevent weight gain, Agatston also recommends putting more emphasis on nutrition than counting calories…avoid eating foods high in sugars and transfats as well as high-glycemic index foods such as white rice - try brown rice or the glutenfree grain quinoa instead. Determined to reverse America’s failing health profile, Garston’s new book empha-

sizes his “Toxic Turnaround” program providing realistic tools and strategies for exercising more, sleeping better, reducing stress and eating top “mega foods” such as: Broccoli, brussel sprouts, sweet potatoes, mushrooms, avocados and wild salmon (rich in omega-3 fatty acids). Easy to prepare recipes are also included. The South Beach Wake Up Call is expected to be a bestseller in keeping with the success of Agatston’s famous book, The South Beach Diet: The Delicious, DoctorDesigned, Foolproof Plan for Fast and Healthy Weight Loss. The South Beach Diet restricts carbohydrates such as potatoes, fruit, bread, cereal, rice, pasta, beets, carrots, and corn for the first two weeks. After that, most of these foods remain strongly discouraged on the recommended long-term eating plan. Preferred low-sugar carbs that don’t cause blood sugar levels to rise and fall as quickly include brown rice, sweet potatoes, plain oatmeal and quinoa. For more information, or to order The South Beach Wakeup Call, visit southbeachdiet.com

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Mercedes M-Class restyled, gets more technology Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR

LET’S TALK CARS The Mercedes-Benz literature says the new M-Class sport utility vehicle is the most technologically advanced SUV they have ever produced. And it is jam-packed with the latest electronic bells and whistles. The 2012 version of the M-Class is the third generation of this remarkably successful vehicle, one that many say began the industry trend toward SUVs with a softer, more car-like ride. It has been significantly re-styled — sits slightly lower, wider and longer — and handles with precision around town or on the highway. There are two M-Class models for 2012 — the fuel efficient ML350 BlueTEC diesel, with 240 hp making 455 poundsfeet of torque, and the popular ML350 4MATIC with a brand new direct-injection 302 hp V-6 engine that makes 273 poundsfeet of torque. Both are mated to a new transmission with a more advanced torque converter lock-up clutch that develops bet-

ter fuel mileage, more responsive driving, quieter operation and more durability. As for styling, 2012 M-Class models have a high belt line and a roofline that slopes down toward the rear, giving the vehicle a sporty look. Chrome luggage rails run the length of the roof. Up front, the nose is dominated by a bold grille holding the familiar three-pointed star logo in the center, while a chrome skid plate curves from the front bumper up toward the grille, which is bracketed by newly designed headlights flush-mounted in the fenders. New LED daytime running lights are recessed in the front bumper. The interior of the new M-Class is spacious and elegant, with obvious attention to detail. Interior trim includes wood and aluminum elements with controls in a silver shadow finish. Optional ambient lighting can be switched between three different colors. A sporty four-spoke steering wheel frames a hooded twin-gauge instrument cluster; the left one houses the analog speedometer and fuel gauge, while a tachometer and coolant temperature gauge are on the right, bridged by a 4.5-inch screen that can display a wide range of information, including a trip computer and GPS navigation directions.

Mercedes M-Class SUV has a high belt line and a sloping roofline that gives it a sporty look.

The steering wheel holds shifting paddles and multifunction buttons for scrolling through menus on the driver’s display. The buttons also can adjust the audio volume, make and take phone calls, or activate the voice control system. There are new stalks on the steering column for turn signals, high beams, wipers, cruise control and transmission mode. At the top center of the dashboard is a seven-inch COMAND display bordered by large swiveling air vents. The new head unit comes with a 10-gigabyte music storage hard drive, SD card slot and an MP3 compatible

CD/DVD player, as well as a Bluetooth interface for wireless audio streaming and hands-free phone operation, HD/AM/weatherband radio, an FM phase-diversity twin tuner and a USB port hidden in the storage compartment of the center console. Base price on our 2012 Mercedes ML350 BlueTEC is $50,490.

Ron Beasley is the automotive editor for Miami’s Community Newspapers. He may be contacted by calling 305-662-2277, ext. 261, or by addressing email correspondence to <LetsTalkCars@aol.com>.

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ADL 2010 Audit: Anti-Semitic incidents increase in Florida According to the Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL’s) Audit of Anti-Semitic Incidents, there were 116 incidents of anti-Semitism reported to ADL in Florida in 2010 compared to 90 reported incidents of anti-Semitism in 2009. The increase of anti-Semitic incidents in Florida in 2010 marks a notable shift from the levels of antiSemitism tracked by ADL’s Audit over the last few years. From 2006 – 2009, anti-Semitic incidents consistently dipped after peaking at 199 incidents in 2005. Nationally, ADL’s Audit reported 1, 239 incidents of antiSemitism, a slight increase from the 1, 211 incidents reported in 2009. The ADL Audit tracks incidents of vandalism, harassment and physical assaults against Jewish individuals, property and community institutions based upon data and reports collected by ADL’s Florida office and law enforcement. In 2010, ADL’s Audit of Anti-Semitic Incidents in Florida reported: • 86 incidents of anti-Semitic harassment • 28 cases of anti-Semitic vandalism • 2 physical assaults “Some of the trends that emerged in 2010 were an

increase in verbal and online harassment, the use of the swastika through graffiti, hate group activity, as well as a slight increase in anti-Semitic vandalism targeting Jewish institutions,” stated Andrew Rosenkranz, ADL Florida Regional Director. “ADL also fielded complaints concerning antiSemitic bullying incidents in schools as well as antiSemitism on college campuses throughout Florida.” Consistent with previous years, Florida was ranked fourth nationwide with the highest amount of reported anti-Semitic incidents, following California, New York and New Jersey – states that have large Jewish populations. “South Florida experienced nearly 70% of the antiSemitic incidents captured in ADL’s Audit,” stated Seth Gadinsky, ADL Florida Regional Chair. “This disproportionate statistic in the context of ADL’s statewide Audit is indicative of a combination of variables including demographics and a stronger awareness to report incidents to ADL. Tracking these trends assists ADL in determining how to best respond to and prevent incidents from taking place in the future, especially through ADL’s anti-bias education programs as well as partnerships with law enforcement.”

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Mardi Gras Casino Food Trucks on the Grandstand Mardi Gras Casino, where it’s always a party, is hosting Food Trucks on the Grandstand. That means no standing on the asphalt and eating standing up or with chairs that you have to lug with you. Sit in the grandstand or in a chair with a table. Don’t miss the 30 food trucks, music and showgirls on Saturday, Oct.29th from 6 to 10 p.m. Some of the food trucks include: Arepa Box, BC Tacos, Latin Burger Mega Munchies and many more of South Florida’s favorite food trucks. Player’s Club Members can use their points as a donation to support Breast Cancer Awareness this monthall proceeds’ benefitting the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

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Commissioner Sally A. Heyman to sponsor Flu Clinic in Dist. 4 Miami-Dade County Commissioner Sally Heyman, District 4, is again hosting a Flu Clinic with the Miami-Dade County Health Department and the City of Sunny Isles Beach. Thursday, Oct. 27, 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., flu vaccines will be available at the Sunny Isles Beach Government Center, 18070 Collins Avenue. The vaccine is FREE of charge to seniors 65 and older and children 6 months thru 18 years of age and to anyone who has a Medicare or Medicaid card – YOU MUST BRING PROOF. Flu shots are $20 for those clients 64 and younger. “I am happy to sponsor this annual event, making vaccinations easier to obtain for those interested in getting their Flu shots,” said Commissioner Heyman.

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JEWISH WAR VETERANS OF AMERICA Jewish War Veterans Aventura Post 698 invites all veterans and guests and friends to attend our monthly meeting Monday October 24th at the Aventura Community and Recreation Center 3375 NE 188th Street,7:30pm. Our speaker will be Mike Segal, Lecturer, Attorney and Partner with Broad and Cassell, and former President of Michael Ann Russell J C C. His topic will be “Jewish Heroes of the American Revolutionary War”. Coffee social follows the meeting and talk. For more information call 954-456-7364 or 305-652-5233.

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