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CONTENTS APRIL / MAY 2010 oN thE CoVEr: Silk gazar ruﬄe gold dress, $1800, by Eduardo De Las Casas. Cover Photo by: Gio Alma Model: Allisandre Martinez/ MC2 Models

FEATURES 18 THE DALAI AND ME 56

by Andrew Stern A personal account of seeing His Holiness The Dalai Lama.

56 MIAMI FASHION MAKERS

A look at some of the city’s most talented fashion designers.

68 CULTURE OF SHOPPING

by Jennifer Aranoﬀ Gift shops in your favorite museums are great places to shop.

74 FROM HEAD

TO TOE: TRENDS IN COSMETIC TREATMENTS & PROCEDURES

by Elizabeth Newman Fight the aging battle with the newest and latest surgeries and services.

78 THE DEMI-GOD OF DERMATOLOGY

by Stacy Scott Interview with Dr. Frederic Brandt.

80 SPRING CLEANING

10 tips to help you get organized this season.

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Contents APRIL / MAY 2010

DEPARTMENTS 12 Crave

Info on What’s Hot, What’s New & What’s Worth Knowing About

by Jenny Perez

20 People of Interest

Interviews & Profiles of People Worth Knowing Selling of American Style: Tommy Hilfiger 20

by Marla Schwartz

A Witness to Silence: Don Francisco 22

by Vanessa Garcia

22 Off The Field

Updates & Info On South Florida Sports Fairy Tales Do Come True: Val and Candace Bure 24

by Frederic C. Gesten

Preview: Florida Marlins 26

by Chris Perkins

Giving His All: Jason Taylor 28

by Chris Perkins

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32 Ticket Please

Details On Trips & Traveling A Taste of St. Croix by Margit Biztray

34 Local Color

An Area Worth Visiting SOMI, Oh My: South Miami’s Town Center is Chic by Marlene Sholod

36 Feel Good

A Look At What’s New and What To Know in Health, Beauty & Wellness FYI: Q&A Dental Concerns 38

The Season

Hot Plate 84 What’s New & Newsworthy On The Food Scene Toque Talk 86 Get To Know A Local Chef Area 31’s Executive Chef John Critchley Off the Menu 88

by Vanessa Garcia

Desserts: Bring your sweet tooth to these sinful spots Restaurant Listings 90

96 Wishlist

The Ultimate Item To Crave & Covet A beautiful way to watch time go by

IN EVERY ISSUE 8

Letter from the Editor-in-Chief

Wish You Were Here

Mark The Date

Fine Print

Parties, Events & Festivities Highlights Of Events Not To Be Missed In this Issue Details & Ad Index

by Silvia Stambler, D.D.S.

What the Pros Know 42 Answers to your health, beauty & wellness questions

45 Beauty Of

83 At The Table

Uncover the Newest Trends & Products Spring Make-up and Hair Trends by Courtney Markofsky

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

BackTo School

know what you are thinking, "Didn’t we just have one of those issues six months ago?" We did. However, this is a little different. My family and I decided to take an excursion to the Northeast to look at colleges. My son is of the age where thinking about college becomes a reality. My son, we’ll call him Isaac (because that is his name) needed to be up in Boston to compete in a forensics tournament at Harvard. Not the CSI type, but the one where they debate and give speeches. We thought it would be an excellent time to go look at schools because the students were still in school; and, we could really see the schools "in action." Fortunately, my wife chose to pack like we were going on an expedition to the North Pole – gloves, scarves, parkas, sweaters, boots and long underwear. Inevitably, our luggage proved to be overweight, and we began our journey crouched down on the floor of the airport sorting out items and rearranging our luggage. I spent the entire flight bitching and moaning about the over packing. It wasn’t long, however, before I was eating my words and thankful for every item my wife had packed. When we landed, the weather in Boston was brutal and snow was predicted for later in the week. Of course everything is relative. Days below 60 degrees are considered intemperate for South Floridians. The high temperatures in Massachusetts were in the 20s. The first school we visited was Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Its architecture and planning

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and they all walked around like it was springtime. Dartmouth’s student body is less than 5000; but, the school still has a world-class library.

Of course, that is not even half of what goes on at MIT. Research is what really happens at the school. Some of the greatest scientists in the world are conducting experiments and teaching here. Even freshman are allowed to sign up to be research assistants.

The school runs on a quarter system and has a large percentage of its student population studying abroad during any particular quarter. The dorms are wired to be eco friendly and have competitions to see which floors can be the most energy eﬃcient. Monitors are set up to tell you exactly how much energy you are consuming at any given moment.

We met a professor who is working on high-speed digital photography where his favorite thing to do is shoot bullets at various objects and take pictures of the way the fragments disperse. They are able to capture these high-speed events with thousands of frames per second and as a result get amazing photographs.

The best part of Dartmouth is the skiing. It is minutes away from a major ski resort and less than an hour from six others. Our guide told us she arranges her class schedule so that she has Tuesdays off to go skiing.

MIT is not all work. Students have used their engineering skills to strand police cars on top of the school’s Great Dome building. They have also come up with ingenious ways to steal their rival’s mascot. Plus, every January students sign up to take a month of not so serious classes like Charm School where engineers are taught proper manners, formal dancing, and etiquette. We really enjoyed MIT; but we never found the lab where it is rumored they are cloning Albert Einstein. While in the area we also visited Harvard. Its campus is the epitome of "Ivy League" and out of all its famous alumnae Tommy Lee Jones is the one that gives the prospective students through a video presentation an orientation speech. Harvard has a storied history with a distinguished faculty. It is definitely a wonderful place to go to college. When I asked the cost, the total number was just south of $50k per year. I told them I didn’t ask how much it was to purchase the school; I just wanted my child to attend for a year. They failed to see the humor. From Boston we headed north to New Hampshire to see Dartmouth. The scenery is gorgeous, but we were traveling in the late evening in a "wicked" snowstorm and had no idea what we were passing on the road. New Hampshire is very energy eﬃcient and chooses not to light any of its roads or highways. However, the trip was worth it. The next morning everything was covered with snow, but the roads. (New Hampshire is definitely very eﬃcient with snow plows.) It was cold, but beautiful. At Dartmouth, none of the students appeared to be affected by the cold

Next we headed back south to Rhode Island and Brown University (my wife’s alma mater). Providence is a quirky small city and is the capital of a state the size of South Florida’s tri-county area. The university is up on a hill and somewhat separated from the rest of the city. At the start of each semester Brown has a "shopping week." Students are encouraged to attend as many different classes as they would like so that at the end of the week they are able to choose which classes they want to take that semester. We also attended a hockey game and watched Brown beat Clarkson. At the end of the game, the school band gets on the ice and skates in formation while playing their instruments. You definitely can’t find that kind of talent at any other major institution. Before we knew it the week was over and we needed to head back to sunny South Florida. Without much persuasion, I personally would have stayed at any of those schools. The opportunities are endless and the experiences are priceless. Where ever my son chooses to go to school, he is going to have an unbelievable experience. Of course he doesn’t see being able to go to these type of schools as any big deal. As George Bernard Shaw so aptly put it, "Youth is wasted on the young."

andrew Stern Editor-in-Chief

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department is world class. Some of the most famous architects in the world have graduated from MIT and many have come back to campus to build structures including: I.M. Pei, Frank Gehry, and Eero Saarinen.

President / Editor-in-Chief: Andrew Stern Publisher: Benji Dayan associate Publisher / Managing director Todd A. Guthrie Editor: Sara Fiedelholtz art director/Photo Editor: Joanna Gazzaneo Contributing Writers: Jennifer Aranoff, Linda Bladholm, Frederic C. Gesten, Margit Biztray, Vanessa Garcia, Elizabeth Newman, Paula Nino, Jenny Perez, Chris Perkins, Stacy Scott, Marla Schwartz, Marlene Sholod Fashion Photographer: Gio Alma Contributing Photographers: Irwin Cadenas, Lukas Seadi Editorial intern: Casey Goodman director of Customer relations: Michael Press Senior advertising Executive: Courtney Duboff advertising account Executives: Nayeli Jaramillo, Aleks Krasner, Stuart Stark Circulation & distribution: Baron Express Inc. Printed by Angstrom Graphics © 2010 Cravings South Florida is published six times per year. Periodicals postage paid at Aventura, FL and additional mailing offices. All rights reserved. The entire content of Cravings South Florida may not be reproduced without the express written consent of the publisher. Cravings South Florida accepts no responsibility for the return of unsolicited manuscripts and/or photographs and assumes no liability for products and services advertised herein. Cravings South Florida reserves the right to edit, rewrite or refuse material. Postmaster: Send address changes to Cravings South Florida magazine, 2999 NE 191st Street, Suite 608A, Aventura, FL 33180.

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rarinG to Go Next to a must-have cuff or the current "it" bag, energy drinks seem to be, at one point or another, in everyone's hands. the latest in liquid drive is aptly named tonino lamborghini energy drink, which recently had its Miami debut at the Club 50 roof top lounge at the chic and sleek Viceroy. infused with 4 body-boosting vitamins, tonino lamborghini goes great on the go or after dark with a glass of Grey Goose. $2.29. Available at local gas stations, clubs, bars and other retail outlets.

international iCon traditionally, pearls are given as gifts on one's 30th anniversary. Well, in the spirit of giving instead of receiving, Paloma Picasso created the Marrakesh and hammered Circle Collections (each a tribute to Picasso's modern approach to conventional jewelry) to celebrate her line's 30th anniversary. Not so fast. the pieces come with a price tag. No matter the expense, it's a small price to pay for exquisite jewels that can be considered "new" heirlooms. Beats the heck out of Grandma's pearls. The Marrakesh Collection and the Hammered Circle Collection are both available exclusively at Tiffany & Co., Bal Harbour, Tiffany.com.

FlexiBle Fashion those four-inch heels may look fabulous, but after an hour, the temptation to throw them to the back of the closet (or out the window) creeps in. ditch the stilettos and check out Flx, Cole haan's collaborative line with Nike. offering trendy designs in footfriendly styles, these pieces are for the on-the-go fashionista who prefers comfort over calluses. $128. Air Veronica sandals by FLX by Cole Haan available at Colehaan.com

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PoP Culture those extra-credit art appreciation classes you took in college can now be put to good use. renowned artist david drebin just opened his first Pop-up Gallery at the royal Poinciana Plaza in Palm Beach. Specializing in one-of-a-kind textured art featuring everything from bold exteriors to hollywood-style dreamscapes that rival film's latest sweetheart, 3d. the store's whimsical aesthetic - designed by david la Chapelle's decor guru, Craig Maldonado- reflects drebin's creations. Pop art never looked so good. David Drebin Pop-Up Gallery is located at 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach, 561.659.7317, DavidDrebin.com

sWeet dreams trends don't only exist in the realms of fashion and finance, but also in the world of food. Sweet food, that is. Even the most enthusiastic dessert connoisseur must admit that cupcakes have been kicking cake butt for a while now and, apparently, they are here to stay. local favorites like Buttercream Cupcakes and heavenly Cupcakes offer everything from traditional favorites like double chocolate and red velvet flavors to modern choices like latte and even zesty lime. Buttercream Cupcakes is located at 1411 Sunset Drive, Coral Gables, 305.669.8181. Buttercreamcupcakes.com. For more information on Heavenly Cupcakes call 305.864.9822 or visit Iloveheavenlycupcakes.com.

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Smooth operator Driving in style demands a few definite traits: slick design, luxurious interior and a set of souped up rims. Just kidding. The revamped Lexus LS 460 Sport offers the coveted lustrous look and leather seats, plus a performancetuned Sport Package for optimum rear-wheel drive. A sharp look with a speedier drive. The Lexus LS 460 Sport is available at Craig Zinn Automotive Group's Lexus of North Miami at 14100 Biscayne Boulevard, 866.868.4910.

Parental paradise It's Friday evening and there's no babysitter in sight. Before you and the hubby grab the kids for the now inevitable rendezvous at Chuck E. Cheese, you may want to head to the Playtown CafĂŠ in Boca Raton. This recently-opened space has everything your kids crave, including The Bakery and The Garage, two areas where they can play chef or waste away the hours perfecting their Nintendo Wii tennis games. For the way over 8 set, a fabulous menu stocked with quiches and salads and the chance for uninterrupted talk time with husbands, wives or friends. It's fun for all, minus the babysitting fee. Playtown CafĂŠ is located at 19575 South State Road 7, The Shoppes at Boca Greens, Boca Raton, Playtowncafe.com.

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Va-va-vroom Ah, sunshine, fresh air and a fast ride...For those who like to live life in the fast lane, Bay 6 Motorcycle Workshop on South Beach specializes in topnotch bikes from Ducati and BMW, and its indoor custom shop can customize your easy rider from an average bike to a gleaming speed demon, ready for fast times and unforgettable adventures. Bay 6 Motorcycle Workshop and Bay 6 Customs is located at 1784 West Avenue, Miami Beach, 305.397.8749, Bay6cycleshop.com or Bay6customs.com.

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In this age of "customizing" everything, it's clear that everyone wants what nobody else has. Now, even your boots can become one-of-a kind reflections of your fashion prowess. Miami hometown shoe designer Ana Rita Gonzalez has launched Anna Lunna, a collection of custom-designed boots. Each pair is created directly with the buyer playing designer. Gonzalez will make every pair to the liking and tastes of the client, with a range of classic and exotic leathers like Ostrich and Crocodile to choose from. Plus, 10 percent of profits go to the Worth Foundation (Worthfoundation.org) It's couture with a conscience. Put them on and strut your stuff. Prices are subject to design. Annalunna.com.

CRAVE / MALL MUSTS Get social at the mall. With a little something happening almost everyday of the week, you can fill your calendar with everything from picking out the freshest flowers at a farmer's market to picking up that bikini you've been eyeing.

Aventura Mall Farmers’ Market April 10 & 11, 24 & 25 Center Court Give your green thumb a rest by checking out the fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more during this seasonal indoor.

Bal Harbour Shops Books & Books April 2, 7:30 p.m. Meet author of the Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, Lisa See, as she gives another bestselling story of women we simply can't forget in Shanghai Girls.

Character Wednesday April 14 , 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground Children are invited to stretch their imaginations and join storyteller Safari Sue as she tells a story and sings for two hours of entertainment and fun.

Elie Tahari April 4, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Local ladies-who-lunch Arlene Dunand, Shulamit Katzman, Mariana Martinez and Eileen Youtie with IKF Wonderfund invite you to welcome spring with an evening of style. Enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres while you shop the Spring Collection. RSVP to balharbourrsvp@elietahari.com or 212.763.2044. A percentage of boutique sales from the evening will benefit IKF Wonderfund.

Mall Walkers Appreciation Breakfast April 22, 8 a.m. – 9 a.m., Fountain Court Work out buddies who also eat together, stay together. The Mall Walkers Club is a way to get tips on keeping fit and is a good excuse to have fun with your friends. Go grab some grub with them and get moving! Aventura Mall is located at 19501 Biscayne Boulevard, Aventura. For more info, call 305.935.1110 or visit aventuramall.com.

Bal Harbour Shops is located at 9700 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour. For more info on call 305.866.0311. SPECIAL EVENTS Movie on the Beach: Fantastic Mr. Fox April 1, 7 p.m. Bal Harbour Beach, behind ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa

The Gardens Mall Honda Classic Putting Green April 2010, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Grand Court Join local golf pros every Saturday in April as they teach you how to improve your golf swing and make your putting partners green with envy.

Come out watch the sunset and then enjoy the Oscar-nominated animated adventure based on the best selling children’s book by Roald Dahl.

The Gardens Mall is located at 3101 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens. For more info call 561.622.2115 or visit thegardensmall.com

The beach will get rockin’ with the free Ten-In-One Music Fest featuring the Indie bands Turbo Furits and Surfer Blood.

Concert on the Green Finale April 22, 7 p.m. Bal Harbour Beach, behind ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa

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His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet at Nova Southeastern University

Andrew Stern

hen one pictures His Holiness the Dalai Lama, you think of a mountain in the Himalayas with an ancient temple on the summit and the Dalai Lama sitting serenely on the top… waiting. What he’s waiting for… you are really not sure; but he is patient and he appears to be meditating. Throw in a little snow and some mist or fog and the picture is complete. The Dalai Lama visited South Florida last month. At first glance, he appears to be that guy from the top of the mountain. He wears flowing robes, sandals and his head is perfectly shaved; just like one of those monks in an old Chinese Kung Fu movie. My expectations of his lecture were colored by the movies – specifically Caddyshack. The scene I am referring to involved Bill Murray relating his story of the time he took the Dalai Lama golfing and was assigned to be his caddy. Murray tells the story to a young caddy (while holding a pitchfork to the boy’s neck). He explains how the Dalai Lama was a real “big hitter” and how he had to chase a ball down a 10,000 foot

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crevasse. The story meanders on and finally at the end of eighteen holes. Bill Murray fears that the Dalia Lama was going to “stiff” him and not give him a tip. So Bill Murray confronts the Dalai Lama and demands, “Hey Lama! How about a little something for the effort?” Murray then explains that the Dalai Lama didn’t give him any money but said that on his deathbed he would receive total consciousness. Murray says, “So I’ve got that going for me…which is nice.” My wife and I were fortunate enough to be invited to attend the event at Nova Southeastern University where the Dalai Lama spoke. The stage was set up with a number of chairs for the various dignitaries. There was a nice comfy chair in the middle of the stage reserved for the Dalai Lama. The Dalai Lama appeared on stage to great applause and fanfare. He is a relatively small man and appeared even smaller as he settled into the big comfy chair, removed his sandals and sat cross-legged.

I was wondering what to expect. Would he relate some parable about lotus flowers and bamboo shoots, or would he reveal to the crowd “the meaning of life”? It was now time for His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet to speak. There was silence in the auditorium, except for a few whispers and murmurs from people wondering if he spoke English, or speculating on what he might say. There was an extended pause and finally the Dalai Lama opened his mouth to speak. I too, was wondering what to expect. Would he relate some parable about lotus flowers and bamboo shoots, or would he reveal to the crowd “the meaning of life”? Whatever it was, I am sure it would be profound. The Dalai Lama does speak English (though he keeps an interpreter around to explain difficult concepts). With his first words he explained to the crowd that he really enjoys receiving honorary degrees. (At this event, he was presented with an honorary degree from Broward College.) The reason, he explained was because, unlike real students, he needed to know nothing of the subject matter and had to do absolutely no work to receive the degrees. He pointed to his head to emphasize the lack of knowledge and laughed at his joke in an easy going self-deprecating way. So much for preconceptions; the Dalai Lama actually has a sense of humor. The Dalai Lama also has a serious side and definitely had a message he wished to impart to the audience. Without being overt in pushing his politics, he quietly let the crowd know of his disappointment with China and their treatment of his homeland Tibet. A little history is probably in order. The Dalai Lama at one time was very close with Chairman Mao of China. He described how he used to be invited to dine with Mao and sit next to him at the Chairman’s table. He explained that it was a great honor and that a Chinese gesture of affection and respect was to share food from you plate with an honored guest. Chairman Mao would often do this with the Dalai Lama. When asked whom he admired, the Dalai Lama mentioned his mother and his teacher, and also Chairman Mao. What makes this incredulous is that Chairman Mao invaded Tibet in the 1950s killing untold numbers of Tibetans, and exiled

the Dalai Lama to India in 1959. How do you admire someone who has committed such atrocities against you and your people? The Dalai Lama explained briefly that he admired Chairman Mao for his earlier acts but not for his acts subsequent to his invasion of Tibet. Previously the Dalai Lama had stressed the importance of separating a person from his actions. He explained that it is perfectly fine to dislike or become angry at actions an individual may take, but that it is wrong to hate the individual as a whole. He also stressed that we are all human and all the same, regardless of race, nationality, religion, or politics; and that we must respect all humans equally and take global responsibility for all people, regardless of their beliefs. The covert message was if he could still admire Chairman Mao, surely we could learn to get along with our global neighbors, and even our enemies. The event ended with the Dalai Lama giving white prayer scarves (Kata) to the various dignitaries on stage and blessing the recipients. There was a luncheon afterwards given by the university which I attended. I sat at a table with with some very nice people who are seriously devoted to the Dalai Lama and Buddhism. As a token to remember the event, the university gave each attendee a tote bag. I expressed my disappointment with the tote bag and joked that I would much rather have one of those cool scarves that the Dalai Lama had given to the chancellor and president of the university. A woman at my table reached into her bag and pulled out her own prayer scarf and presented it to me. Apparently, she had taken it to Tibet and it has been blessed hundreds of times.

Nova Southeastern University (NSU) Chancellor Ray Ferrero, Jr. J.D. with His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet

I didn’t know what to say or do. I felt wrong accepting the scarf; but, I was unsure of the custom, and certainly did not want to offend her. I accepted the gift and wore the scarf during the entire lunch. I honestly can not say that my life has been transformed by my encounter with the Dalai Lama, but I do have one of those blessed scarves and as Bill Murray would say, “So I’ve got that going for me…which is nice.”

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PEOPLE OF INTEREST

Selling Of American Style:

TOMMYHILFIGER Tommy Hilfiger

The reason his iconic status never wavers is because of his attitude toward his creations as being “timeless classics you can have fun with,” Hilfiger said. “Cool, American classics … always with a twist.” Hilfiger began working in retail when he was 18 and it was a perfect fit. He traveled to New York City to buy bell bottom jeans which he customized and resold at a store called Brown’s in his hometown. The jeans were a hit. He was a hit. Eventually Hilfiger opened a store called The People’s Place which was successful.

here is no American fashion designer more American in style than the creator of the red, white, and blue rectangular, Tommy Hilfiger. At a recent Men’s Style event at Macy’s in the Dadeland Mall, Hilfiger greeted his fans with a fashion show of his classic all-American look. A look that began with chinos and came to embrace the stylish use of chambray shirts, knit polo shirts, jeans and many other wardrobe essentials. Hilfiger has been at this game for a long time and doesn’t show any signs of slowing down as a relevant player in the fashion world. “There’s no secret to being relevant,” Hilfiger explains. “It’s a lot of hard work and it’s always being aware of what all your competition is doing.” “It’s about having the drive and never giving up even though many times you hit obstacles. You have to figure out how to keep going. It’s also passion along with the drive that continues the momentum,” he explained. “In this business everything is changing all the time. No two seasons, stores or customers are alike so it’s really exciting - but it’s no secret that it’s hard work.”

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very involved with his two-story freestanding South Beach store at 616 Collins Avenue. The debut of this store a little over a year ago marks the company's second South Florida location and ninth freestanding Tommy Hilfiger retail space in the United States. Hilfiger has made it a point to guarantee that both of his Miami stores stay true to the expectations of his customers. One can see in the way Hilfiger addresses audience members that the main goal for him is making sure every customer is satisfied. And because Florida’s climate can be harsh on one’s clothing, he does offer an an opinion on how to dress for living in The Sunshine State. He presented a fashion show while describing the importance of what every south Floridian male should have in his closet.

But things went sour when a mall opened in a nearby town and patrons began leaving the downtown area to do their

“Cool, American classics … always with a twist.” shopping … something that was happening all over America at the time. This sent his business into bankrupcty. But at the age of 25, this wasn’t the end for him, as his perserverance paid off. He moved to NYC and eventually founded the Tommy Hilfiger Corporation, with support from The Murjani Group, which went public in 1992, introducing his signature menswear collection. By 2004 the company had 5,400 employees and revenues in excess of $1.8 billion. Hilfiger was named Menswear Designer of the Year. In 2006, Hilfiger sold his company for $1.6 billion to Apax Partners a private investment company. However, don’t think that he’s not involved in every aspect of the company. In fact, Hilfiger and his second wife, Dee Ocleppo, spend a great deal of time in Miami. They bring along their baby boy, as Hilfiger is

Tommy Hilfiger at Macy's “Everybody needs a great pair of premium jeans. And a pair of chinos. Chino’s can be used as a pair of jeans. And a pair of fun shorts is essential for Miami’s climate,” Hilfiger explained. “Of course, you need great polo shirts – make sure they’re the shirts with the flag and not the horse. And you need a great navy blazer, a great buttoned down shirt, a light-weight v-necked sweater, and you can mix all of that up. These are items I have in my wardrobe.” Hilfiger strongly believes it’s important to keep looking ahead and not backward in order to remain pertinent in the constantly changing world of fashion. He is a man who loves what he does and can sell what he does better than anybody else in the world.

- Marla E. Schwartz

PEOPLE OF INTEREST

A Witness to Silence:

DonFrancisco Mario Kreutzberger a.k.a Don Francisco

ine is a story we must move backwards to tell; the story of two émigrés who arrive from Poland to Chile. A mother who arrives, just escaping Kristallnacht; and a father who arrives later a survivor of the camps. Amid all of this a son is born,” says Mario Kreutzberger, sitting in his office at Univision in Doral. Mario Kreutzberger, otherwise known as Don Francisco, the globally recognizable host of Sábado Gigante, one of the most popular programs in the history of SpanishLanguage television. Lauded many times over, Sábado Gigante has been recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest running television program in the Americas. In its 47th year, it is very close to becoming the longest running TV variety program in the world, hosted without interruption by the same host. The show is watched by 100 million Spanish viewers in twenty countries around the world.

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What is perhaps less known about Kreutzberger is that, between 2006 and 2008, he created a documentary film called Testigos del Silencio (Witnesses to the Silence)— a film that follows Kreutzberger and his family as they visit concentration camps and journey to Israel in 2006 during the 60th anniversary of the Holocaust. It is also a tribute to his father whose silence after surviving life in a concentration camp, Kreutzberger wanted to break. It was for Kreutzberger’s work on this film that the Simon Wiesenthal Center honored him with the 2009 Legacy Award. Rabbi May, the Executive Director of the Simon Wiesenthal Center, explains that the center has a dual mission. “On the one hand to preserve the memory of the Holocaust with a vigorous social agenda and on the other to confront hatred through education,” says May. “Mario’s position makes him a powerful and effective voice. What he did with his film was create an extraordinary outreach in a community [the South American community] where the Holocaust is spoken of less,” says May. It is for this reason that the Legacy Award was initiated, making Mario Kreutzberger the first recipient. The idea, says May, is to continue to search for those that make a difference in preserving the memory of the Holocaust in the same way Kreutzberger did with his film. As for the documentary itself, it came about as Kreutzberger was having lunch one day in Chile with a very prominent entrepreneur. The entrepreneur had mentioned that he was taking his whole family to visit the concentration camps in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the Holocaust. He was going because of the “March of the Living,” a program created by the Jewish community to commemorate the anniversary. “I thought, I can do that, I can take my family and do the same thing,” says Kreutzberger. He had visited Poland and Germany many times for work, but had always avoided the concentration

camps out of fear of what he would find or feel. But this time was different. His father had recently passed away, and during an episode of Alzheimer’s he had believed the nurses at the hospital were SS guards. In a sense, his father had broken his silence, ironically, in the hands of a disease that blurs memory. It was Kreutzberger’s opportunity to break the silence as well, in the clear light of day, and in front of a camera, and, therefore, an audience. And so this time, Kreutzberger confronted what he might find at the concentration camps. He invited 22 members of his family, eight came. Along with his family, he took a camera man and a director. And, little by little the creation of his film came into being. Witnesses to the Silence follows Kreutzberger’s path during the “March of the Living,” a journey straight into the heart of what had always been somewhere in his past and was now resurfacing. “My father never talked about it, I tried to ask but he never spoke of it, as if he wanted to forget, start over,” says Kreutzberger of growing up with a survivor. “We spoke about everything, we were very close, but it was rare that we ever spoke about this.” There is a moment in the film, perhaps one of the most powerful, where Kreutzberger is in Tel Aviv during a moment of silence to honor the Holocaust’s 60th anniversary. It lasts two minutes. “It’s as if your heart stops, temporarily, all of the city frolic stops and so many things go through your mind and body in that moment. And then when it’s over, and the sound of that joyful city begins again to rush in, then, the blood starts also to rush through your body; it’s impressive,” says Kreutzberger. In a sense, it is also an apt description for what it feels like to watch his film. It is, paradoxically, a moment of silence that breaks the silence. In the narration, at the end of the film, Kreutzberger says, “I am alive, and they are not alive,” as if there is a great responsibility in that desire to live, and go on telling of what went on, what formed him, and what his father, among many others suffered in the hands of hatred.

- Vanessa Garcia

OFF THE FIELD

FAIRY TALES DO COME TRUE By Frederic C. Gesten

o you believe in fairy tales? I have a good one. This one has a beautiful princess, a handsome waif who steals her heart, and a happy ending. What’s even better is that it is a true story. In January, Moscow is cold and dark at 5:30 a.m. Eight-year-old Valerie and his older brother Pavel Bure faced this brutal cold every morning. They struggled to get out of bed before the sun rose, gathered their schoolwork and put on their hockey gear (much of it home made) to be on the ice by 6:30 a.m. for practice. Every day it was the same practice, school, practice and home. Days became years. The seasons would change but the routine would not. What drove these young boys? “I was dreaming while watching the better players in Moscow, imitating them and hoping to become what they were; playing for the Russian National Team and maybe winning an Olympic Gold medal” says Valerie Bure. Val had another reason to dream. “We were trained by my dad, who was a professional athlete and knew what it would take to go to another level,” says Val. Vladimir Bure had been a medal winning swimmer for the Russians. He was on the 1968, 1972 and 1976 Olympic teams. Val’s dream took him and his family from the cold Moscow winters to sun drenched Los Angeles to the NHL for ten seasons. He also went to the Olympics twice playing on the Russian National Team. Mission accomplished.

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More than 6,000 miles away and worlds a part, a friend of the Cameron family suggested that their kids might want to act. Five-year-old Candace and her brother, Kirk started going on auditions. First, Kirk got a part on the television show Growing Pains and then Candace was cast as one of the three little girls on Full House. “One of the things we (Candace and Val) share in common was the fact that we started working young, developing a strong work ethic and have family values as well,” says Candace Cameron, Val Bure’s wife. Cameron spent her childhood shuttling between sets, school and home. Pity her hard working mother who had to chaperone two separate actors as well as raise two other children. Simple twist of fate, at six Cameron was ambivalent to acting; today, twenty some years later when asked about her future she says, “I hope to continue acting, I love to do it. I do not have to or need to but I love it.” On Full House David Coulier played Candace’s dad’s best friend; in real life, he played Cupid when in 1994 he introduced her to her future husband Val at a charity hockey game. After a two-year courtship, they were married. Candace and Val moved to Florida in September 2001 when Val was picked up

by the Florida Panthers. They enjoyed the community so much that after Val retired they chose Florida to be their home, while keeping an apartment in Los Angeles. Last year, after Candace had an opportunity to return to acting, they moved back to L.A, but still keep a place South Florida. How do two people with such vastly different backgrounds find common ground? Val grew up in a country where he might have to wait half-a-day in a grocery line to buy a tomato. Candace grew up in sunny southern California in a home with three incomes. “We grew up in completely different cultures; but, the way we were raised, the family values we share is why we get along so well,” says Val. It isn’t what you have; it is what you learn. Val and Candace found the spirituality they shared was all they needed. Thirteen years of marriage and three children (Natasha 11, Lev 9 and Mak 7) later they are happy and madly in love.

What does a 185-pound hockey player do when 245-pound players are no longer chasing him? Being retired from professional hockey, Val will tell you how much he enjoys taking care of the kids, taking them to school, making their lunches. He is also taking better care of his body now than he did when he played hockey. He never exercised when he played; but now he eats better and exercises regularly. At 35, Val feels better than he did when he was in his twenties. Since retiring, Val has started several business ventures. He has established his own winery Bure Family Wines (Burefamilywines.com). The winery just bottled its second vintage, two Cabernet Sauvignons (Napa & Oakville) and a white Bordeaux blend. Thirteen years ago when Candace married Val she chose to take time off to support her husband who at the time was playing in the NHL and to start a family. Since Val’s retirement, Candace started to explore new acting opportunies. She currently is in Make It or Break It, a drama about a group of young potential Olympic gymnasts. Although acting is a love for Candace, it is not her only passion. Candace recently wrote the book Reshaping My Body, Soul & Spirit, which will be published in the summer of 2010. So, now you understand how the princess found her prince, the waif became a knight and they lived happily ever after. The End.

For additional information on Candace’s projects visit candacecameronbure.net.

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FLORIDAMARLINS

Manager Fredi Gonzalez

By Chris Perkins

e encouraged, Florida Marlins fans. Another winning season, which would be the third consecutive, seems to be on the way for 2010. As for the playoffs, however, that might be just out of reach. Well, unless the team abides by its public admonishment by Major League Baseball and the player’s union and spends more money to get better players. But that’s wait-and-see. In the meantime, Marlins fans, hope for a small miracle such as rapid maturation for a promising young pitching staff. “If our pitching stays healthy, I'm not going to say we are going to go out and win the division or anything,” Marlins manager Fredi Gonzalez said during baseball’s winter meetings. “But it should be interesting.”

But they get you excited. They get you pulling for the underdog in the annual battle they wage against the big-city, big-budget teams -- the New York Mets, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Philadelphia Phillies. And just when you get really, really wrapped up in the Marlins, the bubble bursts. They don’t want to spend money to improve the team late in the season so they fall harmlessly out of the playoff race. Last year the Marlins finished second in their division to the Phillies, who went to the World Series, where they eventually lost to the New

Shortstop Hanley Ramirez

During a January press conference the Marlins were one of eight teams identified as using money from baseball’s revenue sharing pool -- basically, the equivalent of corporate welfare -- to line their pockets instead of improving the product on the field, which is the intended use of the funds. No one can force the Marlins to increase their payroll and get better players, but they’ve been urged very strongly and very publicly to do so. And why wouldn’t they? This is now a team that has millions of dollars coming its way. It’s almost guaranteed. In July the Marlins broke ground on a brand new $515 million stadium ($360 million financed by taxpayers) that will feature a retractable roof. The stadium, which brings with it a name change -- Miami Marlins, no longer the Florida Marlins -- opens in 2012 in Little Havana at the site where the old Orange Bowl resided. Teams always make millions the first year a new stadium opens. The question is whether Florida will spend that future money this season in serious pursuit of the National League East division title over the Phillies. The answer is, they might. The Marlins started the spending by signing pitcher Josh Johnson to a four-year, $39 million, contract in mid-January.

Ah, the scrappy, plucky, can-do Marlins. They open the season April 5th in New York against the Mets. The home opener is April 9th against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Marlins once again project to be a low-budget bunch. Last year’s $36 million payroll was the lowest among Major League Baseball’s 30 teams.

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York Yankees. Florida finished the season with an 87-75 record, the third-best in the 17-year franchise history, and the Marlins might have won the division if it just could have made a trade to acquire a pitcher. But this year might be different, Marlins fans.

“You would think that by the experience (of being together another season) you could get a little closer to them, but I think those guys put a pretty good product out on the field, the Phillies do, and they know how to play the game,” Gonzalez said. “For us, we are going to have to play injury-free baseball next year, nobody can

get hurt, and maybe get some help player-wise to catch them. Or, if they have some injuries on their team and maybe we could catch them. It's a pretty good ball club they run out there.” This year the Marlins will have some of baseball’s most truly gifted players. Shortstop Hanley Ramirez, who finished second in voting for the National League MVP (Most Valuable Player), is among the 10 best players in Major League Baseball. The 26-year-old native of the Dominican

Pitcher Josh Johnson

Here’s how the Marlins shape up in 2010: Pitchers: Among Josh Johnson (15-5, 3.23 ERA), Chris Volstad (9-13, 5.21), Ricky Nolasco (13-9, 5.06), Anibal Sanchez (4-8, 3.87) and Andrew Miller (3-5, 4.84) the pitching staff shows potential. And don’t forget Rick VandenHurk (3-2, 4.30), the right-hander who had an injury-shortened season. The relief pitchers need help. With 26-year-old Ricky Nunez (26 saves) as the closer, it’s a pitching staff that has promise, but could use some veteran seasoning. Catcher: John Baker (.271, 9 HRs, 50 RBI) established himself as the leader. He’ll be back. He’s no All-Star, but he’s capable. The Marlins can win with Baker. First base: Jorge Cantu (.289, 16 HRs, 100 RBI) could be the choice here. Or he could play third base. He played both positions last season. He’s solid. Second base: Dan Uggla (.243, 31 HRs, 90 RBI) is one of the game’s top young players. He made the All-Star team in 2008, but struggled in 2009. His new one-year, $7.8 million contract makes him the team’s highest-paid player. That means he could be traded for a package of two or three players. The Marlins might not want to spend that much money on one player.

Republic, perhaps the most baseball-rich area of the world, is a superstar on the rise. He won the National League Rookie of the Year Award in 2006, and has made the All-Star team in two of his four major league seasons. Last year Ramirez won the National League batting title, hitting .342, and also had 24 home runs and 106 RBI (runs batted in). Johnson, who signed a new contract, is a 26-yearold, fireball-throwing 6-foot-7 right-hander, established himself as one of baseball’s top youngsters by making the National League All-Star team and finishing with a 15-5 record and 3.23 ERA (earned run average). Left fielder Chris Coghland won the National League Rookie of the Year award last season. The 24-year-old hit .321, the highest batting average for a rookie in Marlins history. He finished sixth overall in the National League in batting average. But the team needs help, just as they did a year ago. “We never make an excuse about payroll or any of that kind of stuff,” said Gonzalez, the Marlins’ fourth-year manager whose bottom-line attitude is not a façade. “You want to win ballgames and our owner, Mr. (Jeff) Loria, expressed that he expects us to win, which is fine, no problem.”

Third base: This is a question. Maybe Cantu plays here. Emilio Bonafacio, a sparkplug early last season, needs an infield position, but this might not be his best spot. He might again be a utility player, meaning he’s a backup at every position. Wes Helms could get a look here, too. Shortstop: Hanley Ramirez is one of the best players in baseball. He’ll have a big year. Don’t worry. Left field: Chris Coghlan. The Rookie of the Year could also end up playing second base. Center field: Cody Ross, Cameron Maybin, or maybe Alfredo Amezaga. They’re all capable, but none is spectacular. Maybin seems to be the future but he struggled last season. Right field: If Cody Ross (.270, 24 HRs, 90 RBI) isn’t needed in centerfield and plays in rightfield it should help solidify the lineup. Bench: Versatility with players such as Amezaga and Bonifacio has always been the key to success here, and this should be a successful group of reserves this year, too. Manager: Fredi Gonzalez deftly handled his bargain basement-priced lineup and won an admirable 87 games. There have been questions as to how he’s handled the pitching staff, but he’s done a good job in each of his previous three seasons.

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Giving His All: JASONTAYLoR

By Chris Perkins

ason Taylor knows the deal. He gets it. The Miami Dolphins’ defensive end, who stands 6-foot-6, weighs 255 pounds and has dashing good looks, understands his 13-year-career in the National Football League is setting the table for the rest of his life. Because as much as the 35-year-old Taylor is a student of the game on the field, he might be a better student off the field. Taylor, who has earned millions, has taught himself how to excel in the real world. He’s learned how to sit down in a boardroom with decision-makers and talk the talk, in a manner of speaking. The knowledge he’s gleaned is why the Jason Taylor Foundation is so successful, and why he’s one of South Florida’s most dynamic philanthropic athletes alongside former Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino and former Heat center Alonzo Mourning.

Jason Taylor has an ownership stake in JuiceBlendz “One thing I’ve always been cognizant of is the NFL will open the door and get you in, but once you get in you need to have some substance and be able to articulate your thoughts and your desires and what you’re trying to do and be educated enough to carry on that conversation,” he said. “From Day One, I’ve always tried to go to events where I don’t want to be the smartest guy in the room, I don’t want to be the richest guy in the room, I don’t want to be the only guy that has something going on. I’ve always put myself in a position where I’m around intelligent, successful, go-getter entrepreneurs or whatever, and allowed myself to learn from them.” Taylor, who has donated more than $1.3 million to area youth causes through his five-year-old foundation, has been able to pad his income with endorsement deals from companies as diverse as Neutrogena, Home Depot, Pepsi, Sprint and MacArthur Dairy. He has an ownership stake in the JuiceBlendz company, an upstart chain that offers fresh fruit smoothies. And he continues expanding his circle.

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Jason Taylor Two years ago Taylor drew the ire of Dolphins executive Bill Parcells by opting to skip off-season workouts to rehearse and appear on the hit television show Dancing with the Stars. It was worth it; Taylor and dance partner Edyta Sliwinska finished as runner-ups, introducing Taylor to a new segment of America and further helping to raise his national profile. Taylor, who is married to Katina, the sister of former Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas, has three children. He tries to share the message with young players that a well-planned, post-football life is possible for them, too. He wants them to know there’s a bigger picture. “I try to get these youngsters to understand it’s cool to be cool, but sometimes you don’t need to be the coolest guy in the room,” said Taylor. As far as money making ventures, aside from an ownership stake in the JuiceBlendz stores, Taylor is on the verge of expanding his commercial real estate company to the national level. And his latest venture is a consulting company that helps people - mostly athletes, entertainers and companies, but also individuals - stage non-profit or charity events. This all stems from Taylor’s understanding that after the door is opened he’s got to have something to offer. The one thing Taylor never ever wants to do is become a stereotype. “I always go in thinking this person is going to assume I’m just another football player, a dumb jock or whatever you want to call it,” he said. “I hate that ‘dumb jock’ line, but it is what it is. That’s why I have to go in and be able to say something, have something to offer and not just talk football.”

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ou know you’re in a foodie destination when your taxi driver rattles off dining tips while he steers you out of the airport. Try local specialties like fungi and stuffing (cornmeal with okra, mashed potatoes with pepper sauce), but also the pub fare, Italian, and Continental. He mentions not to buy rum at the tourist shops; buy it at K-Mart like locals do. “Cruzan rum will cure anything,” he adds (delivering next what’s clearly become his favorite line), “especially a hangover.”

Among the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Thomas is known for tourism, St. John for nature, and St. Croix for agriculture. Agriculture might sound mundane, unless your ears prick up at phrases like “farm-to-table” dining and “regional cuisine”, and you appreciate food and drink. Because along with organic farms, natural beef production, and tropical orchards, the island hosts A Taste of St. Croix: The St. Croix Food & Wine Experience every April (stcroixfoodandwine.com): four days of gourmet dinners, wine seminars, and good-natured competitions.

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The event was started in 2001 by two local restaurant owners as a way to celebrate the local bounty, the island’s multi-cultural tradition, and the culinary talent concentrated in a 28 by 7 mile island. Carib and Arawak natives, and Spanish, English, French, Dutch, and Danish settlers have all added to the pot of what constitutes St.Croix cuisine. Expressing this history today is a surprising number of restaurants (over 50 show up for the festival’s cook-off) and homebased catering services, a cooking program at the high school, and regular Slow Food dinners at the Virgin Islands Sustainable Farm Institute (visfi.org). Proceeds from the Food & Wine Experience stay local, benefiting the St. Croix Foundation (stxfoundation.org), which assists with everything from education to beautification.

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Street, Gallows Bay, 340.773.5229 or tuttobenerestaurant.com) where marvelous, local tomatoes from nearby Southgate Farms are worked into the likes of an Eggplant Caprese Tower and the house’s spaghetti Bolognese, and local tilapia comes blackened and served with grilled onions. Salud (Princess Plaza, Northside Road/Route 75, 340.718.7900 or saludbistro.com) adds an Eastern Mediterranean dash to island flavors and ingredients, as in the Duck Two Ways (chargrilled breast with carrot citrus sauce, and confit with ginger-fig chutney) over coconut Israeli couscous. Caribbean people are known for being friendly and warm, but the Food & Wine Experience offers a rare opportunity to interact with locals. You dine side by side with them, meet chefs who grew up growing their own food, learn about unusual edible plants and understand, first hand, why those who live there love St. Croix so profoundly.

whAt to do Big Beard’s Adventure Tours (bigbeards. com) depart from the port of Christiansted for half- and full-day trips to scenic Buck Island National Monument, as well as sunset sails complete with rum punch. Best bet on Buck Island is snorkeling the glassy-clear water near the beautiful sand beach. Most of the Underwater Trail, or reef, featured in the tour’s second half was destroyed by a hurricane, but you will see fish like Heirloom tomatoes blue tang, parrotfish, and at Southgate Farms angelfish. photo M.Bisztray where to eAt Between Food & Wine Experience events, dip into the restaurants whose dishes win regular awards at the cook-off. Among them, Tutto Bene (Boardwalk Building Hospital

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Urban Planning Gone Great Malls have destroyed many cities’ downtowns and main streets. But, when The Shops at Sunset Place (ten acres of retail anchored by an AMC multiplex with IMAX theater and a 400 space parking garage) opened in 1999, it actually enhanced the adjacent shopping and restaurant district. This isn’t just the result of good luck but rather of careful civic planning articulated in South Miami’s 1992 Hometown Plan.

SoMi, Oh My: South Miami’s Town Center Is Chic

By Marlene Sholod

ou know an area has become a neighborhood when people begin to refer to it by a hip new acronym. Some years ago, businesses in South Miami Town Center starting incorporating SoMi (South Miami) into its names: SoMi Fragrances; the SoMi Building; South Miami Town Center Magazine recently changed its name to SoMi. Located at one of Miami’s busiest commercial crossroads on the east side of U.S. 1, close to Coral Gables and Pinecrest, South Miami’s Town Center has managed to cultivate a hometown feel. It offers a wide array of businesses, services, and events with broad demographic appeal. There’s a healthy mix of chain retailers and restaurants with independently-owned businesses, and a sense of community and cooperation among them. Not surprisingly, South Miami was one of ten cities to receive the All American City Award from the National Civic League in 2001.

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The Shops at Sunset replaced an earlier unsuccessful luxury shopping mall called the Bakery Center. City planners realized that they needed a new concept to go with the area’s new needs and demographics; they decided on a mix of retail and entertainment. Alein Cadalso, general manager of Sunset Place has credited the other retailers on Sunset Drive for making them a big destination. Similarly, Roger Carlton, acting City Manager says that “The Shops at Sunset are an asset. The multiplex brings in young professionals and having the mall open at Sunset Drive with the street going all the way through it didn’t destroy the neighborhood.” Carlton also cites what he calls “the bold move to calm traffic” by narrowing Sunset Drive, also known as Red Road, all the way to U.S. 1 with plans to expand this treatment to 73rd Street. This has made the area more pedestrian-friendly by slowing down traffic and providing space for sidewalk dining. It enhances the small town feel of the area’s tree-lined streets and one- and two-story buildings, most of which have been renovated rather than razed. A new garage

supplements metered street parking.

Shop ‘til You Drop The Shops at Sunset Place are located at Southwest 57th (Red Road) and Southwest 72nd (Sunset Place) Streets. Besides a number of independentlyowned businesses, there is also a Barnes & Noble, Origins, Pottery Barn, Urban Outfitters, Banana Republic, American Eagle Outfitters and Hollister. Splitsville Luxury Lanes, Cool-de Sac Play Café, and Gameworks provide fun oases from shopping. Regarding the number of entrepreneurial businesses in the area, some of them are local and others are moving or expanding from other areas. There are mens’ clothing stores, including the 50- year-old Lanes’, more than a dozen women’s boutiques, and shops specializing in young adult and children’s fashions, such as Little Feet and More, which has been in business since 1981. There are at least half a dozen jewelry stores including Exotica Designs, originally just wholesale. Simons & Green is a jewelry and accessory store connected with a pass through to At Ease boutique; apparently, the women who own the stores get along very well. Giancarlo Jewelry Designs supports local artisans. Besides the mall’s Niketown, Town Center has a number of fitness-related stores. Thirtyfive-year-old Footworks is a little workout shoes and clothing store and non-profit that does a lot for the community of South Miami as well as for South Florida. Its owners sponsor training and walking events such as Thursday night runs around

town. In business even longer and also active in the community is Mack Cycle & Fitness, one of the 100 top bicycle dealerships in the country. There are also several gyms as well as stores for golf, tennis, swimming, fencing, self-defense, and yoga. From the large Z Gallerie to the recently-opened, locally-owned Bhoom Shanti, SoMi offers a variety of home furnishings and accessories.

loCAl Meets GloBAl FlAvor South Miami is a veritable cuisine of all countries. Delighted diners can choose among almost forty restaurants, many Asian and Italian, the Zagat-rated Café Pastis, two creperies, two Mediterranean/Lebanese, a Caribbean, a Mexican and a Cuban restaurant. Bakeries offer everything from bagels to key lime pie to the dessert du jour: cupcakes. For Sandy Youkilis, consultant with South Miami’s planning department, “The big story is the expansion of restaurants and sidewalk dining.” He and Tom Vagelini, the director, point to a number of new restaurants, such as Pizza rustica (the former Kentucky Fried Chicken site); SoMi Café Segafredo Zanetti Espresso (the former Ray’s drycleaners site); and the small restaurant tabu (formerly Tabu Home Design). trattoria Sole, the area’s first Italian restaurant, opened Pizzeria Blu right around the corner. Pikkolo Mondo is offering fine fare in the Best Miami Hotel.

Fun For All South Miami may not have a lot of art galleries (yet), but there is a SoMi artwalk on the second Friday night of the month from October through May (artnightsouthmiami.com). The walk extends from South Dixie Highway to the end of Red Road, and more than twenty restaurants and shops showcase local artists. The Rotary Art Show started as a crafts fair in 1984. The annual South Miami art Festival is in its 36th year while the Chamber South Fine art Show, which originated in 1971, is the longest running event attracting more than 30,000 people.

Cavas Wine Café, home of eighty-eight wines, provides weekly tastings. trattoria Sole has jazz on Thursday evenings. On weekends, Marhaba’s & Khoury’s offers belly dancing and Casa larios has live Latin dance music.

new dIreCtIons: north And west South Miami’s commercial area is spreading. Just north of Town Center are Five Guys Burgers and Fries, the newly-opened Smoke’t, and Santona’s Corner with Kreativa for Kids’ more than six thousand square foot showroom as well as artzee Boutique, which blends art with fashion. There are also ambitious plans to develop the area west of U.S.1. Whether it’s called South Miami Town Center or SoMi, most businesses and residents are pleased with the progress. With careful planning, the area is maintaining its small town charm while transitioning into a modern small city.

AFter dArK Many restaurants offer “after hour” specials, themed evenings, and sometimes live music. Jake’s, Martini Bar, the titanic Brewery & restaurant, town Kitchen & Bar, and irish times Pub & Eatery (which serves an award-wining shepherd’s pie) attract a lively young professional crowd. landmark Sunset tavern at 59th and Dorn, a charming cobble-stoned, Italian street-lamped street, attracts a broader demographic who enjoy pool and darts as well as late night dining. Loft-like, bamboo-adorned ra Sushi has a huge bar and following. The new Cervezas serves 200 different beers; one- year-old

JUST OPENED 72nd BAr & GrIll The former owners of Alta Cocina are back with their 72nd Bar & Grill. What: Burgers (American Kobe, turkey), global flatbread pizzas, and seafood. WhY: A milkshake bar with regular and boozy shakes. WhEN: Mon-Sat, 11:30 a.m. 11 p.m.; Sun 4:30 -9:30 p.m. WhErE: 5861 Sunset Dr. 786.369.1671

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FEEL GOOD  PamPerinG First hand Take your girlfriends for an afternoon of primping, conversation and cocktails at the Dashing Diva Nail Bar at the new Seven Seas, an aveda Concept Salon at the Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort. The state-of-the-art nail bar showcases the hottest colors and nail enhancements exclusive to Dashing Diva. Spa manicures start at $17 and pedicures at $25. The hotel just opened its 8,000-square-foot Seven Seas Aveda Spa where pampering will include a full range of massages, facials, waxing and makeup application. Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort is located at 16701 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, 305.749.2100, newportbeachside.com

 Fun to Be Fit Thanks to the absolo abdominal Fitness Machine it is possible to put exercise and fun in the same sentence. The Absolo combines the effectiveness of a crunch with the fun of basketball. The idea is to see how many times you can shoot the medicine balls through the hoop in 90 seconds. It is so much fun you’ll forget you are working out. $599. 877.4AB.SOLO, absolo.com

truth serum  La Mer the line of face/body treatments and cream loved by celebrities has developed regenerating Serum. The serum combines an action-packed mix of anti-aging ingredients to help rejuvenate the skin. All of the La Mer products are created by physicist Dr. Max Huber. Based on his research in bio-fermentation, Huber mixed this elixir with derivatives of marine plant stem cells. Huber created an anti-aging serum that triggers the natural production of collagen, elastin and other proteins to rejuvenate the skin. 1 oz., $250, available at Saks Fifth Avenue, lamer.com

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 Body Boost Mandy Ingber the yoga/fitness instructor who helped Jennifer Aniston get into amazing shape is sharing her secrets with the launch of her Yogalosophy DVD ($29.95). Yogalosophy is a hybrid of traditional yoga poses paired with traditional toning exercises. Ingber understands people want to have bodies like celebrities. However she is quick to point out, “Celebrities work really hard. People who look like that generally show up for their workouts. It doesn’t happen magically. It is exercise and eating right.” $29.95 To order visit mandyingber.com

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The first community-wide relay For life will take place on Saturday, May 1 from 10 a.m. – midnight. The day long event includes healthy eating tips with hands-on cooking demos, a farmer’s market, vendors selling locally made goods and health and fitness activities. The event is free but donations will be accepted to benefit the American Cancer Society. The Relay for Life is at Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K-8 Center at 1155 93rd Steet, Bay Harbour. For more information visit relayforlife.org/ nemiamicoastalfl

FYI

Q&A: Dental concerns

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r. Silvia Stambler is one of the premier dentists in South Florida. In private practice for more than 20 years, Dr. Stambler continues to be an innovator in her field employing the very latest procedures and technology in her state-of-the-art Aventura practice, located at 2925 Aventura Blvd., Ste. 309. She has been chosen by the Consumers’ Research Council of America in Washington, D.C., as one of “America’s Top Dentists” every year since 2003. Every day, she helps her many patients achieve the smile and look of their dreams.  For more information, contact Dr. Stambler at 305.935.4800

Q: Why do i need to get a dental check up every six months, i only go to the doctor once a year? a: Even in these tough economic times, there is no better investment than your health. Practicing good oral hygiene and seeing the dentist or hygienist regularly for teeth cleanings and check ups is the best investment for your future. It is significantly more cost-effective to catch disease in the early stages rather than later. Q: Can’t i just go to the dentist when my teeth hurt? a: Many people determine their need for dental attention strictly on their level of pain. Unfortunately, many dental diseases do not manifest with pain. Similar to high blood pressure, heart disease or even cancer – many oral problems are “silent.” There is a popular misconception that if it doesn’t hurt then there isn’t anything wrong. Dentists take X-rays to help diagnose cavities and root problems that are not seen by the naked eye or even felt by the patient. Q: What is the connection between my dental health and my general health? a: Many links exist between your oral and general health. The mouth is one of the first places diseases can be seen. Mouth infections such as periodontal disease can cause problems throughout the entire body. Another link exists between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease. Research

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demonstrates that plaque found in the oral cavity is the same as the plaque that builds up in the arteries. Many diseases first manifest themselves in the oral cavity, including HIV/AIDS, osteoporosis and cancer. Q: have you seen any technological advances applied to dentistry? a: Currently stem cell research is underway to create treatments for Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, heart disease and a host of other degenerative illnesses. Even in dentistry, we hope to be able to use stem cells to regenerate and reconstruct dentin, dental pulp and orofacial bone to save teeth and to cure and restore defective salivary glands. Q: i don’t smoke, do i still need to get screened for oral cancer? a: Obviously smokers are at particular risk for oral cancer, but so are alcohol users. Even moderate drinkers who consume as little as four ounces of wine a day are at increased risk. Age is also a risk factor. Even if you aren’t in the high-risk zone, you still have some risk of getting oral cancer. People who never smoke or drink may still be genetically predisposed to getting oral cancer. Recent studies connect the Human Papilloma Virus (the same family of HPV that is associated with cervical cancer) with oral cancer. Early detection can minimize or eliminate the potentially disfiguring effects of oral cancer. Most importantly, early detection literally can save your life.

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Q&A: Insurance Claims

tabinski & Funt, P.A. is a full service law firm that has been servicing the South Florida community since 1970. It has handled cases for thousands of individuals and businesses in the area as well as hundreds of property damage insurance claims caused by the hurricanes that devastated Florida in 2004 and 2005. Todd Stabinski is a managing partner at Stabinski & Funt, P.A. He is also head of the firm’s insurance litigation department. Here are his answers to some of the most frequently asked question about its firm and insurance claims. Q: What kind of legal services does Stabinski & Funt, P.A. provide? A: Over the years our primary focus has been on two practice areas: insurance disputes and personal injury. However, with the growth of our firm, we have been able to provide our clients with legal advice and services in most areas of law. We currently have a team of ten attorneys, all from different backgrounds. Chances are, we have the skills and resources to help with most legal issues. Q: What are some examples of insurance disputes that people may have? A: The most common dispute our clients have with their insurance companies after they make a claim is the amount of payment they receive. Obviously, the less money an insurance company has to pay on a claim, the more money the insurance company makes. It is in the insurance company’s best interest to achieve this objective. Therefore, sometimes an insurance company will ignore details of a claim thereby decreasing the amount of its payout. Other times, it will look for an excuse to deny the claim entirely. So this means in order to get all money due and/or pursue the denial of the claim you must file a lawsuit against your insurance company. Q: Is this true for all types of insurance claims? A: Whether we are dealing with property, hurricane, auto, life, disability or other types of insurance, the games that insurance companies play are the same. Shaving off dollars from claims can translate into millions in extra revenue for the insurance company. Q: In 2005, Hurricanes Wilma and Katrina caused a lot of property damage in South Florida. If someone still has damages that have not been paid by their insurance company, is it too late to do something about it? A: No, it is not too late. However, it soon will be. Florida law allows a policy holder to file a lawsuit against its insurance company for up to five years

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after the date of loss. In the case of Hurricane Wilma, the deadline to file suit is October 24, 2010. If the damage sustained is from Hurricane Katrina, the deadline to file suit is August 23, 2010. Q: What if your insurance company gave you a check and you cashed it already, does that affect your ability to go after the part of the claim it did not pay? A: Not at all. When an insurance company provides you a check for a claim you made, you are expected to cash it. The insurance company wants you to cash it, even if you do not agree with the amount and intend to pursue receiving more money. Many people hold on to checks from their insurance companies when they don’t agree on the amount paid. They are afraid to cash the check because they think it will prevent them from getting more money in the future. However, this is not true. Q: How big of an insurance claim does someone need to have in order to get an attorney involved? A: Thanks to the Florida Legislature, a knowledgeable attorney can help with any size claim. If a person or company files a lawsuit against their insurance company and prevails, per Florida law, they are usually entitled to get their lawyer’s fees paid by the insurance company. This allows Stabinski & Funt P.A. to take on claims from a $100 to millions. Q: What if you are not able to recover any more money for a client, does the client still need to pay your fees for the filing of the lawsuit? A: Absolutely not. If for any reason we are not successful in obtaining a client more money from the claim, the client is not responsible for any of our attorney’s fees or costs. There are many people who don’t realize they have nothing to lose and so much to gain.

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FEEL GOOD / WHAT THE PROS KNOW

do I want to look for when Q. What selecting a sunscreen?

Diane Walder, M.D.

According to the cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Diane Walder, it is important to look for a sunscreen that has both UVA and UVB protectors. The UVB protectors are for superficial skin protection while the UVA protectors go much deeper into the skin. “It is important to let the sunscreen dry completely. Nothing is really waterproof. You have to make sure you reapply your sunscreen every four hours,” says Dr. Walder. She explains that what type of sunscreen you should select: cream, lotion or gel depends on your skin type. “If you want to get sun it is better to get a little sun everyday then sitting out and getting a sunburn. The daily sun does less damage to the skin than a sudden sunburn.”

are the benefits of boxing Q. What as a form of exercise?

would I go Q. Why see a nutritionist?

“Food is nothing more than chemicals and you have to have the right chemicals in your body to be healthy,” says Joyce Julien, registered dietician from Julien and Hatch Nutrition Institute. A nutritionist can help Joyce Julien, with weight loss, diet as it registered dietician relates to certain diseases and health concerns, childhood obesity, performance focused nutrition for athletes and the influences of food and diet on general health. “The fact is food is confusing; people are trying to understand what they really should and shouldn’t be eating. This is one of the biggest reasons people come to a nutritionist,” she says. Julien also sees lots of kids and teenagers due to the fast growing childhood obesity epidemic. “We really encourage the child to become part of the solution. It is very important that the child has some power. We are also able to take the stress of keeping a teenager on a diet off the mother.”

Danny Hawk, professional boxing trainer and owner of Normandy Boxing Gym

do I have to get old amalgam fillings Q. Why replaced?

It is not realistic to expect amalgam fillings to last forever. “After 30 years the fillings begin to breakdown and need to be replaced,” says Dr. Silvia Stambler. “Today we use a bonding composite for fillings. It contains no metal or mercury and easily matches the natural color of the teeth.” The bonding composite has many benefits over amalgam fillings including the fact that you don’t have to dig deep into the tooth to do the filling. This helps to prevent separation and generally means you won’t get additional decay under bonded fillings. Dr. Stambler says it is not unrealistic to expect that Silvia Stambler, D.D.S. when you get an amalgam filling replaced you may have to get a crown and/or root canal. The reason, she says, is because when you take out the deep amalgam filling and clean out the decay that has developed underneath there may not be enough tooth left and you will need to get a crown. If the decay has gone deep and into the nerve you would also have to have a root canal.

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In one hour of boxing you can really get your heart pumping. Not to worry no one gets hit. Using heavy bags the class is a quick-paced workout of punches and kicks. “Because a boxer’s conditioning routine is the most demanding, it serves as a great format to create a conditioning and strength building workout,” says Danny Hawk, professional boxing trainer and owner of Normandy Boxing Gym. “Through the peaks and valleys of boxing exercises you work harder and exercise the body differently. Boxing moves require use of all the muscle groups.”

BEAUTY of the season By Courtney Markofsky

Spring Make-Up & Hair Trends Put a spring in your step and try these fresh, bold make-up and hair looks. Whether you choose to go with bouncy curls or a sophisticated and polished do, dare to surprise and be the trendsetter of your entourage. Channel your inner rock goddess and go gaga with fresh and playful new eye shadows, lip glosses, blushes and nail polish colors. This season its all about pastels and metallics. If you are craving change, go ahead and spring for these new looks and turn some heads. cravingssouthflorida.com

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Springshine Neutral suntan $25

Go for the Gold and be a winner this season available at maccosmetics.com

CRUSH METAL PIGMENT  Stacked eyeshadows

LIPSTICK  Bronzilla $14

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Sugarbomb is truly a sugar rush flush for your cheeks!

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Be pretty in pink and come alive for spring with MAC'S new colors.

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LaLa Mid-tone pink $14.50 NAIL LACQUER  Galore Pink Creamy mid-tone blue pink $12

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SPRING MAKE-UP & HAIR TRENDS

 LIPGLASS

Gold Dust Mid-tone copper with pearl (Frost) $14

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Nail Colour $27 Chanel.com

Benefit’s Stay Don’t Stray is the first dual-action primer that works 360 degrees around the eyes. This multitasking eye primer will enhance the effectiveness of your concealers and eyeshadows so they stay bright & stay put throughout the day. Now that’s primer-power —Jean Ford, Co-Founder of Benefit Cosmetics

 GLOSS FLUO DE CHANEL $27 Brilliant Lip Shine - Limited Edition Welcome the season with a fresh pastel palette from Chanel. Available May 2010. Chanel.com.

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SPRING MAKE-UP & HAIR TRENDS

 Be chic at the shore with this

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"This short hair cut is also a terrific spring/summer option for Miamians. It is fresh and modern, while still feminine and effortless." -Victoria Ercolino, Salon Director for Sassoon Salon  Be free and enjoy the best your hair has to offer

“Your hair is your identity! A great stylist is one who allows a woman to express her full potential in a salon visit. Everyone is looking for perfection but it’s not about comparing yourself to models in a magazine. It‘s all a matter of feeling great about yourself!” -Shai Elmaliah, Shai Salon

 Be the leading lady with

this red carpet inspired, sophisticated up-do

“To evoke the glamorous detail seen in Tadashi Shoji’s rich and wearable collection, I wanted to recreate an up-do commonly seen on the red carpet – soft, effortless and stylish”

 Spring is in the hair

Rodney Cutler Stylist

with this feminine, soft, fuss-free style

“To celebrate the ‘springy movement’ I gave the models natural, bouncy curls”.

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The casino gets a chic club thanks to the opening of MI-VI. Gerry Kelly, the man who created Fifth, Level and Bash, outdid himself with this megaclub at the Gulfstream Park casino complex. Upon entering guests are reminded that they are royalty with the greeting of an Elizabeth I coronation crown at the entrance. With its six bars and abundance of throne-like couches, the opening night gala went on until the wee hours. DJ Irie and DJ Vertigo took to the stage and gave the night the perfect party vibe.

1. Gerry Kelly and Lissette. 2. Elina Salas, Rudy Lorenzo, Patty Agusi. 3. MI-VI crew. 4. Courtney Duboff & friends. 5. Panoramic view of the MI-VI event. 6. Adriana Austin, Jhon Anthony Sutton. 7. Boca Tanning Club. 8. Mehr Vashmiri, Eduardo Marin, Michelle Vincent. 9. Lauren Braid, Eric Henry. 10. Chris Harubo, Obezews Ro. 11. MI-VI crew. Photos by DreamStudio 52

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The new open-air retail dining and entertainment destination, The Village at Gulfstream Park’s grand opening was definitely grand. The night began with fireworks and a ribbon cutting; this was followed with an endless stream of food and festivities. The VIP party was held in Gulfstream’s Winner’s Circle – the perfect location considering the evening was definitely a winner.

1. Andrew Stern & Dr. Silvia Stambler. 2. Panoramic view of The Gulfstream grand opening event. 3. Curtis Gray, Nicole Gray, Stepham Dorsey, Tim Dorsey. 4. Natalie Chediak, Laura Varrell. 5. Mayor Joy Cooper (Hallandale Beach), Kenneth, Mayor Lori Moseley (Miramar), Dr. Harry Cooper. 6. Charles and Pamela Zappala. 7. Jamie Gruber, Phillip M Kranje, Jeff Turgean. 8. Lindsey Cottone, Nancy Mc Cznn, Lisa Schwan. 9. Mayor Lori Moseley (Miramar), Alyssa Rivera (Miss Florida Teen USA 2010). 10. Judy Sayfie, Eric Wessman. 11. Kristin Cornell, Kate Rodriguez. 12. Gulfstream entertainers. Photos by DreamStudio 54

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The Miami Boat Show hit land with the International Yachtsman Magazine and YachtBrasil extravaganza. To ensure the yachtsmen weren’t too far from water, the evening was set at the Fountainebleau’s Blade pool. DJ David K got the crowd to put their sea legs to work on the dance floor. The evening also celebrated the new luxury yacht Atlantis 54 with Romero Britto’s handiwork. The yacht served as the latest canvas for Britto’s bold and colorful pop art. It is definitely safe to say this is the first yacht the renowned artist has painted.

1. Yacht Atlantis 54. 2. Rodrigo Becker, Douglas Aguiar, Carol Becker. 3. Yacht Atlantis 54 with Britto' signature. 4. Aderbal Coelho Junior, Marco Antonio do Carmo (sócio YB), Denise Lobato & Antonio Carlos de Souza Lobato. 5. Debra Cooper and Marion Jacques from FRESHConnect. 6. Bob Rodriguez (Natcom/International Yachtsman Chairman), Tom Feeley. 7. Julio Barbosa, Grace Barbosa, Lysandra Coelho, Sinval Medeiros . 8. Entertainers from Parafernalia Production Company. 9. José Carlos Daus, Marcos Paulo Sanzo & wife, Maria Tereza Goes & Karen de Boer. 56

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Left: White silk organza cocktail dress with ostrich feathers and an asymmetrical neck, $3200; shoes by Alisha Hill. Right: White strapless silk gazar dress, $1600; shoes by Eduardo de las Casas.

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MIAMI fAshIon MAKERs

PHOTOGRAPHY BY Gio alma, gioalma.com

Eduardode lAs CAsAs What does industrial engineering have in common with fashion design? Eduardo de las Casas. The 40-year-old designer moved to Miami in 1999 after completing his degree in Peru. He worked for AT&T while saving enough money to attend the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. He completed his first collection in January 2007. De las Casas likes to focus on evening wear because it reminds him of his mother and sister. "I remember my mother and sister use to dress up. You would think that they were going to a New Year’s party every weekend. Because of them I like to design with beading, sequins, feathers. I love the glamour and extravagance," says de las Casas. desiGn insPiration: "I get my inspiration from everywhere. My last collection was inspired by nature, especially carnations and calla lilies. I’m using feathers because I want to replicate the carnation. The way the white dresses are designed is because I’m trying to capture the folds and style of the calla lily." tyPe oF Woman you Want to Wear your Clothes: “I like to design for a strong woman. I like a woman who is sexy and sophisticated and when she walks into a room she wants to be the center of attention.”

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CESarrosArIo It has only been a year and half since Cesar Rosario, 37, hit Miami’s fashion scene. He is originally from Puerto Rico where he began his career as a wedding dress designer. With his first appearance at Miami International Fashion Week, Rosario is focusing on ready-towear with designs that are soft and fluid. “I love to use silk and charmeuse. I want the clothes to be styles that women can actually wear,” says Rosario. desiGn insPiration: “I am inspired by exotic and wild things. I love places like Africa.” tyPe oF Woman you Want to Wear your Clothes: “My wife is my muse. I design for women who want a professional look but also want to look sexy. These women always look good and fresh.”

Genie silk jumper with ruﬄes, $225; gold plated, turquoise, smoky quartz and leather knot necklace, $295 and bracelet, $150 by amaloa Fashion Jewelry; gold plated, turquoise and smoky quartz ring, $95 by amaloa Fashion Jewelry. 60

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roMiNaheIGhes For Romina Heighes, 26, her love of fashion began as a little girl as she began making dresses out of bed sheets and doing runway shows for her parents. "As I got older my friends always asked me for advice on how to dress and what to wear. I was the one who took a T-shirt, cut it up and made it into something else," she says. Heighes truly enjoys the process of designing. "Each garment is a work of art and I want everyone to look at it twice." desiGn insPiration: "I love to travel and see all the different people and communities. I get a lot of inspiration from my travels. I also do a lot of hand embroidery which is inspired by botanicals and gardens." tyPe oF Woman you Want to Wear your Clothes: "I like working with women who like to dress well. I like women who like to travel. I like women who are elegant but can also be casual."

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Silk printed dress on bias, $1350; gold sandals $350

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To fAshIon JuliaNChAnG For the past 10 years, Julian Chang, 30, has been creating one-of-a-kind couture dresses for private clients and a ready-to-wear collection sold in over 200 boutiques around the world. "Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always loved fashion. My sister is a model. I studied art. I love the fact that fashion is a combination of art and creativity," says Chang. "I love the creation aspect of fashion. It is great to visualize something from nothing." desiGn insPiration: "I am inspired by my travels and by textiles." tyPe oF Woman you Want to Wear your Clothes: "I design for women who are social and want to be different. They donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to get lost in the crowd. They are sexy and sophisticated."

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WEARABLE ART ClaudiaestrAdA Although she always wanted to be a designer, it took Claudia Estrada, 32, quite a while to follow her passion. She initially got close to fashion when she opened a boutique in Miami. For four years, Estrada helped dress women in other people’s designs. In 2007 she decided it was time and launched her own line. "My designs are very classic but with a twist. They aren’t trendy but are of the moment. I use a lot of color. I love metallics and silks," she says. Estrada’s favorite part of the design process is going to get the fabrics. "Once I have the fabric, I get my tear sheets and sketches and begin putting together the concepts for my next collection." desiGn insPiration: "If I see something that could become a print that is when my inspiration starts. I like color. I start with the print and get the fabric made. Once I have the fabric then I know what I want to do. Everything comes from the fabric." tyPe oF Woman you Want to Wear your Clothes: "I want women who can put their own look together. They don’t want to look like the pages in a magazine but want to look like themselves. They know how to make clothes personal. They are very fashion savvy."

left: Bronze metallic silk jacket, $290; black and silver metallic brocade skirt, $180. right: Striped light and dark grey washed silk dress, $190

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Broken mirror screened art printed caftan tunic/ mini dress with black belt sash, $220; lined skinny mesh pants with front zipper, $115; necklace from designerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s private collection.

ViViaNaGABeIrAs It was her stepmother who started Viviana Gabeiras, 52, on the road to designing; she taught the young girl to sew and make dresses. "It is great that you get to imagine things and make them happen," says Gabeiras. "It is so exciting to mix all the colors, patterns and silhouettes." As much as Gabeiras likes the creative aspect of fashion design she recognizes that it is a business. "The clothes need to be sellable. This is very important because at the end of the day that is reality. I know that my clothes can have a couture sensibility but they also have to be practical, wearable and comfortable." desiGn insPiration: "I travel a lot each year. I usually do two big trips to Europe and the islands. I love to see different lifestyles around the world. I take lots of photos and use these to develop the colors for my prints." tyPe oF Woman you Want to Wear your Clothes: "I like very modern women who are adventurous. I think about their lifestyle. I want them to feel that these are clothes that they can wear."

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For the first half of his career, Nicolas Felizola, 44, worked as a fashion photographer. it was actually a Mexican singer who he photographed who got him out from behind the camera. She asked him to find something she could wear on the red carpet. When he couldn’t find anything he liked, he decided to design the dress himself. Felizola started his own collection in 2003. today Felizola designs everything from dresses to jewelry to eyewear to makeup to swimsuits. this summer he is launching a men’s collection. "My designs are pure and simple with a touch of sexiness. i hate vulgarity. it is very important for women to leave some things to the imagination," says Felizola. desiGn insPiration: "When i go to london and Paris and i see women on the street, i watch the way they dress, the way they move in today’s world. i want to create fashion that women feel can be theirs. i want them to see a dress of mine and say, 'i can wear that dress.'" tyPe oF Woman you Want to Wear your Clothes: "i design for a woman who has lots of personality. the woman needs to make sure she wears the dress and that the dress doesn’t wear her."

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FASHION SHOW SCHEDULE

MIAMIFASHIONWEEK A s the largest international and Hispanic fashion event in the U.S., Miami International Fashion Week, March 18–21, brings the best of international and Latin fashion, beauty, music and cuisine to the runway.

The designers being showcased in the fashion shows are from around the world. Over 20 countries will be represented including: Spain, India, the Netherlands, Malaysia, Pakistan, Lebanon, Australia, eastern Europe, Mexico and countries throughout South and Central America. Each night in the International Culinary Arts Pavilion a different celebrity chef prepares a tasting menu based on the countries the designers are showing from that evening. Some of the featured chefs include: Ron Duprat, executive chef at Latitudes on the Beach, Elgin Woodman, executive chef of A Joy Wallace catering and Ivo Mazzon, executive chef of Joey’s Italian Café.

THURSDAY, MARCH 18 (OPENING NIGHT) 7:30 pm Swimwear Showcase • Designers: Mikieda Franklin and Kristin Frazer

SATURDAY, MARCH 20 7 pm Evening Showcase • Designers: Pia Gladys Perey, Lenny G, Tiffay Brown, Wafa Saifi

9 pm Miami Style Showcase • Student Designer Competition Finalists: Fatima Mohammed, Jungeun Eom, Nhoc Ngo Anh, Ramona Rusu and Rye Yi Lee • Emerging Designer Competition Finalists: Auga Negra, Erin Healy, Prashant Sudha • Miami Style Prelude Designers: Cesar Rosario, Romina Heighes, Claudia Estrada, Eduardo de las Casas • Miami Style Showcase Designers: Julian Chang, Viviana G and Nicolas Felizola

8:30 pm International Showcase, International New Star in Fashion • Designers: Wafa Saifi, Pia Gladys Perey, Michelle Salins and Deepak Perwani

FRIDAY, MARCH 19 7 pm Men’s Showcase • Designers: Munib Nawaz and Nicolas Felizola 8:30 pm Copa Airlines Showcase • Designers: Franco Montoro, Marcelo Quadros, Eduardo Gonzalez, Jaime Luna and Milu Espinoza 9:30 pm Latin Fashion Showcase • Designers: Pato Moreno, Antonia Saenz, Arcadio Diaz, Damaris Rubio, Alexandra Donoso, Silvia Zeas, Caroll Malloy, Florencia Soerensen, Ana Maria Guiulfo

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9:30 pm • Designer: Jad Ghandour, couture designer from Lebanon SUNDAY, MARCH 21 7 pm Fantasy Hair Show 8:30 pm Victoria Puig de Lange International Style Award and Miami Moda & Music Awards • Designer: Silvia Tcherassi DETAILS Miami International Fashion Week March 18 – 21 Shops at Midtown in Wynwood Art District: North Miami Avenue and NE 34th Street Miamifashionweek.com • Tickets to the fashion shows are $20, $25, $35 per show • Tickets to the VIP Lounge/ Culinary Arts Pavilion are $25 per night and does not include tickets for fashion shows

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Culture of

Shopping By Jennifer Aranoff

Gift shops in your favorite museums are great places to shop.

t’s time to face a hard truth: At times the best part of going to a museum is the subsequent visit to the gift shop. There need be no shame in this necessary part of a cultural outing. After all, most gift shops carry beautiful and unique objects that are art themselves.

Guilt-free shopping awaits. Go ahead and buy Aunt Mabel the handpainted salt and pepper shakers, your best friend the quirky yet chic Bunny Cookie Jar and your niece the pink furry purse. Shop proud. We won’t tell that you also picked up a little something pretty for yourself.

There are some very basic advantages to gift shop shopping: • Difficult to shop for friends and family will seem markedly less so in the face of so many artistic or fun keepsakes. Be sure to ask about free gift-wrapping. • Proceeds generally benefit the museum in which the shop is located. • No supporting-corporate-greed guilt! • Members of the museums generally get 10% off. • In most cases there’s no admission fee to visit the gift shops.

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Rubell Family Collection / Contemporary Arts Foundation

Bass Museum of Art 2121 Park Avenue Miami Beach 305.673.7530 bassmuseum.org

Full of natural light (thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows), the gift shop in the Bass echoes the lush Miami landscape with bright and colorful folk art, jewelry and other gift items. Browse through the collection of artsy books and then head to the café to sip on tea, enjoy a snack and take advantage of the free WiFi.  Fairchild

Tropical Botanic Garden

10901 Old Cutler Road Coral Gables 305.667.1651 fairchildgarden.org It makes sense that the shop in the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden would carry wares with a distinct tropical feel, both literally and figuratively; the beautiful and largely guilt-free gifts (fair trade/eco friendly) range from colorful soaps to toys to books—many on tropical gardening.

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CULTURE OF SHOPPING Gold Coast Railroad Museum 12450 SW 152nd Street Miami 305.253.467500 gcrm.org

It’s no surprise to find that plenty of the shop inside the Gold Coast Railroad Museum is dedicated to Thomas the Tank Engine, the most famous train since The Little Engine That Could. Thomas’s popularity is demonstrated when visitors flock in droves to see the life-size version visiting the museum each March. Books, souvenirs and children’s toys representing all types of trains throughout history and today are also for sale.  Historical Museum of Southern

Florida

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Historical Museum of Southern Florida store

Tempting though it may be to take home the 1920s trolley car, not only would it not fit in your trunk but it also isn’t for sale. Better pick up a book about historical Miami instead, just one of many books for sale in the HMSF gift shop. Also find photographic catalogs, postcards and other souvenirs to further explore cultural histories merging in South Florida.

 Jewish

Museum of Florida

301 Washington Avenue Miami Beach 305.672.5044 jewishmuseum.com The gift shop in the Jewish Museum of Florida is a celebration of Jewish Miami via books, artwork and traditional religious items. Much of the artwork represents the stunning architecture of the two historic synagogues restored and linked together that form the museum. The theme and stained glass windows may suggest the shop has a serious atmosphere, but it offers downright silly gifts and souvenirs as well to round out the collection.

Mezuzot from the Jewish Museum of Florida

Jewish Museum of Florida store

Miami Art Museum 101 West Flagler Street Miami 305.375.3000 miamiartmuseum.org An intimate location housing largely modern art is an ideal place to find unique and tasteful gifts. The MAM Store offers a collection of artinspired objects from timeless to whimsical and everything in between, the perfect accent to the classy yet unconventional art displays.

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Miami Children’s Museum 980 MacArthur Causeway Miami 305.373.KIDS (5437) miamichildrensmuseum.org KidSmart Gift Shop in MCM, located in the center of the enormous cone-shaped lobby, is chalk-full of gifts and toys for children (and those who wish they were still children). Stimulating toys mirroring exhibits such as the moon sand table can be purchased as a keepsake of the day. KidSmart is the only children’s toy store in downtown Miami and takes that roll very seriously. Drop by to look around and stay for one of three daily story-telling times.

MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY & Science 401 SW Second Street Fort Lauderdale 954.467.6637 mods.org Science-based toys are always attractive to both kids who want something stimulating and their parents who love sneaking in a little education with the fun. The Explore Store has a large selection of educational items for the kids but also toys that adults can enjoy. Buy a kit to grow crystals at home, pick up a mind puzzle or enjoy astronaut ice cream.

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Inside the Morikami museum store

The Morikami Museum

& Japanese Gardens

4000 Morikami Park Road Delray Beach 561.495.0233 morikami.org The merchandise in the Morikami Museum Store has a distinct Asian feel, from the obvious kimonos and Japanese parasols to the more subtle shapes found in ceramics and jewelry. Witness a tea ceremony in the teahouse and head to the gift shop for a set of your own. Pick up a Japanese snack for a little something different.

Museum of Art, Fort Lauderdale One East Las Olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale 954.525.5500 moaflnsu.org The gift shop in MoAFL just been made over. Find unique and decorative items in addition to books relating to the art and artists featured in the museum. Relax at a café table with a cup of coffee for a completely restful shopping experience.

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Wine bottle cover at the Morikami museum store

Museum of Contemporary Art 770 NE 125 Street North Miami 305 893 6211 mocanomi.org The consistently revolving collections in the MoCA offer a perfect excuse to go often and visit the shop. Books on contemporary art are expected (and The MoCA shop doesn’t disappoint). Take advantage of art for sale; a number of the jewelry pieces are one-of-a-kind. The jewelry selection is vast, especially for a museum gift shop, and all quite contemporary.

Rubell Family Collection / Contemporary Arts Foundation 95 NW 29th Street Miami 305.573.6090 rfc.museum

The RFC Store may be a massive bookstore, but as large as it is, it pales in comparison to the enormous in-house research library managed by the CAF. In the RFC find Rubell Family Collection publications on various artists that have shown in the traveling exhibits at the museum. RFC also produces gift items like origami, postcards and books on entertaining.

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 Full Body: While there are a variety of popular areas to “touch up” in the world of cosmetic procedures, for those of us who live in this permanent-vacationspot, a bikini bod is often what’s most appealing. But getting it has previously meant several different surgeries to target the buttocks, tummy and thighs.

From Head to Toe Trends in Cosmetic Procedures & Treatments By Elizabeth Newman

ith the recession taking its toll on the market place, the majority of the U.S. is still pinching pennies where they can. Yet, there is a silver lining – or, perhaps in this case, a hairline – that should not be ignored. Price tags for current cosmetic trends like mommy makeovers, liposuction, injectable facial fillers, vein zappers, and face-lifts are becoming more affordable – not to mention much simpler – than they were in the past. In fact, in 2008, on average plastic and cosmetic surgeons each did 734 facial cosmetic surgical, cosmetic non-surgical, reconstructive and revisions procedures. In other words, just because the Dow may be dropping, doesn’t mean your face has to. For those looking to peruse the newest ways to look younger, we have laid out all the details on the latest trends and treatments in cosmetic procedures from head to toe.

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Now, there is a way to knock them all out with one slice. The lower body lift is essentially a one-stop shop for the typical female “problem areas.” Often referred to as the “face-lift” for the body, the powerful procedure is an extension of an abdominoplasty, which follows the bikini line around the entire body and involves lifting the buttocks, thighs and an abdominoplasty all done as one procedure. With the incision completely concealed, the operation takes approximately six hours and typically has a threeweek recovery time. Also, this more multilayered approach, as opposed to the former niche procedures, tightens more than just the skin, it also reinforces the deeper soft tissue. Dr. Bernard Shuster, a South Florida surgeon who specializes in full body contouring, says new advanced techniques like the lower body lift have made patients lean towards knocking out everything at once. “We do better surgery now than we ever have because we have a much more comprehensive approach to the body,” said Dr. Shuster. “The lower body lift targets several areas at once and yields tremendous results - the procedure has really become popular.” Dr. Bernard Shuster Shuster Plastic Surgery 4001 Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood 954.961.5500 drshuster.net

ď&#x192;&#x201A; teeth: In a world where everyone wants to get their whites whiter, it is no surprise that alternatives to professional teeth whitening, like Crest White Strips, have flooded the marketplace.

ď&#x192;&#x201A; sKIn: Whenever you add more players to the game â&#x20AC;&#x201C; i.e. newer products â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the result is heavier competition, which in this case has resulted in a decrease in price for several leading skin treatments, according to dermatologist dr. stephen horwitz. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Up until recently, the only muscle paralyzing agent on the market was Botox,â&#x20AC;? said Dr. Horwitz. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It really had no competition â&#x20AC;&#x201C; now with other players in the marketplace, there are greater cost savings, so that getting these procedures is going to improve for our patients.â&#x20AC;? Such newer products like Dysport â&#x20AC;&#x201C; recently given the green light in the U.S. and has been proven to work within one to two days rather than three to five with Botox â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and Sculptra have quickly become popular alternatives in the field. Now, they are more affordable than ever before and have longer-lasting results. For instance, Dr. Horwitz says the cost of Sculptra has gone down by almost 40% and that while it typically takes an average

of three sessions to stimulate the new collagen formation, once you accomplish that, those benefits can remain for more than two years. The only trade off, he admits, is patients have to wait to see the effect, rather than the immediate changes resulted from fillers. The difference being, that fillers are really injectable implants where patients generally see the results immediately. And while in the past, fillers required more topical anesthesia to reduce the pain, newer fillers released by Restylane and Juvaderm have been licensed to incorporate a local anesthesia into the injection, making it much easer to perform the injections, as well as taking the majority of the discomfort away from patients. dr. stephen horwitz horwitz dermatology 2999 NE 191st Street, Penthouse one aventura horwitzdermatology.com

However, unlike the adhesive strips that more often that not have to constantly be touched up, professional teeth whitening yields much longer results. A treatment that has remained popular over the years does show a few improvements with laser teeth whitening and in-office tray bleaching. South Florida Dentist dr. eli abbo sites take-home tooth whitening as one of the more popular methods. Typically, this type of tooth whitening usually requires two visits to take impressions of your teeth and to mold the customfit trays. Results are generally seen in about one to two weeks, and as opposed to in-office whitening, the cost of take-home whitening is considerably lower. And while the process itself is not permanent, touch ups are generally only needed every few years. dr. eli abbo dr. abbo advanced dentistry 3031 NE 163rd Street North Miami Beach 305.945.0909 drabbo.com

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FROM HEAD TO TOE  FACe: What continues to remain one of the most popular cosmetic procedures are the quick fixes like fillers and injectables. They are ideal for those apprehensive about going under the knife.

 BreAsts And

MoMMY MAKeovers:

Despite the downward movement of the financial markets, people still are willing to dish out the cash to keep their breasts pointing upward. In fact, according to dr. Baruch Jacobs from the Miami Beach Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery Center more and more patients are moving from saline to silicon implants than ever before. Although silicon implants are more expensive than saline, they provide a much more natural look and feel; because of the advancements made in the silicon implants they are also much safer. Dr. Jacobs said that just a few years ago more of his patients were receiving saline implants, but now almost 90 percent of the women in his practice are going with silicon implants; primarily, because initial fears of the silicon implants leaking have now subsided. Newer silicon implants have shown dramatic improvements and have less leakage or “silicon bleeding” than before. The future in breast augmentation will bring even more advances to the marketplace. Although still in the experimental phase in the U.S., one such procedure is the “gummy bear implant,” expected by Dr. Jacobs to become a major trend in implants. This revolutionary new implant has become popular in other countries, will have the same natural look and take the same shape as silicon implants but will absolutely have no chance of leakage due to the type of gel used in the implants. Studies have shown even if the gummy implant is cut in half, it will not leak.

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Another future surgery for breasts will take a cue from the popular Brazilian Butt Lift, a procedure that literally takes fat from your thighs and stomach and reinserts it into the buttocks. Doctors are testing the same process for the breasts. They will remove excess fat from the body and insert it into the breasts as implants. The results will likely bring a more natural look. Finally, there is a procedure that continues to remain at the forefront, particularly for mom’s looking to get their pre-pregnancy bodies back. It is known as the “Mommy Makeover.” This complex procedure typically entails a breast lift, breast augmentation as well as some sort of abdominal contouring or liposuction. “Patients now are more cognitive of what we can do - we have safer techniques as far as anesthesia and we are more aware of the complications, so we take the steps necessary to do more comprehensive surgeries,” said Dr. Jacobs. “Because of these advancements, we can do more surgeries in the same sitting and do it safely.”

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While Botox and Juvaderm are still the primary front-runners, newer products like Radiesse have made radical changes in the market place – as well as the face. Radiesse wrinkle fillers, in turn, utilize the face’s own naturally produced collagen to smooth out the signs of aging and increase volume and can last up to a year. “In the last year especially, people are opting to wait for surgery,” said dr. Carlos Wolf, who specializes in treatments from the neck up. “But a lot of people still want to increase the volume in their face, and injectables are a very effective way to enhance the cheeks.” dr. Carlos Wolf miami Plastic surgery 8940 N. Kendall drive, Suite #903E, Miami 305.595.2969 miamiplasticsurgery.com

 leGs & Feet: A critical, and chronic problem that affects many women are unsightly spider veins that can be both a medical and cosmetic nightmare. Removing these unsightly veins has in the past been both a lengthy and painful procedure. However, over the years, the process has evolved from lengthy hospital stays and recovery time to vein stripping, a quick removal of the vein through the use of laser technology. One of the latest versions, the 1470 nm laser by Biolitec, has 40 times greater absorption than the older lasers and specifically targets collagen in the vein wall. As a result, studies have proven that in comparison to other lasers, the 1470 nm causes less tissue damage and therefore dramatically decreases the pain and downtime. One of the few board certified doctors in treating veins, dr. susan Fox, director of the Vascular Laboratory and Director of the Vein Center at the Vein and Vascular Diagnostic and Treatment Center of Cardiovascular Consultants of South Florida has used the state-ofthe-art laser for the past year and has seen phenomenal results. “This laser has truly revolutionized the procedure,” said Dr. Fox. “Some patients even come in on their lunch break; it is about a 15 to 30 minute process, then they go back to work.” dr. susan Fox Vein and Vascular of south Florida Cardiovascular Consultants of south Florida

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The Demi-God of Dermatology

Dr. FredericBrandt

hen you first see him, you do not know quite what to think. Has he never been out in the sun? His skin is flawless -- unmarked, unspotted which is quite an impossible feat here in South Florida. And why does his face look all dewy and moist? His cheekbones are plump and bravely standing out of the curves of his face. His eyes are wide and spread apart. Literally, there is not a wrinkle on his face. Who is this person? He is Dr. Frederic Brandt, 60, the demi-God of Dermatology. Routinely described in the press as Madonna’s dermatologist (though he won’t confirm it). His nickname is the Baron of Botox. Brandt is the Miami and Manhattan based dermatologist who is known for championing the NEWNEW face. To understand, let’s start with the old face (think Cher or Faye Dunaway) taut skin pulled behind the ears with no character or fullness. The look is smooth but not always very youthful. The NEWNEW face (think Demi Moore, Michelle Pfeiffer or Madonna) restores the youthful curvatures, structure and fullness to the face. “What we notice when people start to age is that the

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fat pads start falling, the cheeks start drooping and we begin to lose the volume in the upper face. It causes the lower face to sag,” said Brandt. The NEWNEW face recreates the inverted triangle your face had when you were younger. It is wrinkle free, moist and plump. In medical school, Brandt was interested in internal medicine. “I was actually hoping to go into oncology. I did a lot of work at Sloan Kettering on leukemia,” he said. But in the middle of it all, he decided to go into dermatology. Brandt finished his residency in the mid 80’s when all the cosmetic enhancements were not yet available. “We had a little collagen, peels and dermabrasion but that was the limit,” he said. Times have definitely changed. Brandt uses science and research to substantiate his aesthetic findings. He has been involved with hundreds of FDA trials for procedures and products. He currently sits on the advisory board of two of the largest producers of cosmaceuticals Allergan and Medicis Aesthetics and consults for medical companies such as Dermik, Johnson & Johnson and Merck Pharmaceutical. He is also one of the first dermatologists enlisted by the makers of revolutionary products such as Restylane, Perlane and Evolence to conduct FDA approved clinical trials. Brandt has also developed his own high-end skin care line.

so they lift up. Also by injecting the neck, you eliminate the lines called the cords (taut muscles that look like rubber bands). With the nose lift--you injecting the muscles in the nose.

lips is hyaluronic acid because it is very natural and soft. You can also use Restylane or Juvederm. Restylane gives a more crisp definition. Juvederm gives the lips a more plumper look.

Q: What are the first signs of aging that you notice? Dr. Brandt: The first thing you notice is pigmentation on the face. Instead of being one smooth color, you start to see lots of brown or red discoloration, and then fine lines develop. This is really related to sun exposure.

Q: People hate the lines that go from the nose down to the mouth, the marionette wrinkles in the nasolabial folds, what can you do about them? Dr. Brandt: I always tell people that these wrinkles are a symptom. The real problem is the falling of the fat pad in the face. You can fill in those lines; but I prefer to lift the cheek with filler and eliminate them. It gives you a prettier look. You may get a little wrinkle under the eyes from that, so we may need to use a little filler in the eye area too. Everybody looks prettier with a fuller cheeks.

Q: How can you treat the pigmentation? Dr. Brandt: There are a lot of different lasers you can use to eliminate brown spots, blood vessels and improve the texture. You can use some Q-Switch lasers to eliminate brown spots and fractional lasers to eliminate wrinkles and smooth out the surface. Q: What is the best way to get fuller and plumper lips? Dr. Brandt: The problem with the lips now is people are overdoing it and are walking around with the ridiculously oversized trout-like lips. You’ve heard people call them “trout pouts.” You want to make sure you don’t over do it and just add a nice enhancement to the lips. My favorite filler for the Q: In your book 10 Minutes 10 Years: Your Definitive Guide to a Beautiful and Youthful Appearance you talk about the ravaging effects of the three S's--sugar sun and smoking. Are these the ultimate enemies we need to fight to prevent aging? Dr. Brandt: Besides the sun, I think cigarette smoking is the worst thing you can do. I think if you want to age yourself - cigarettes and the sun is the perfect recipe.

Q: How can you make dull skin appear more youthful? Dr. Brandt: Dull skin is usually caused by sun damage and smoking. So you want to increase the cell turnover rate by exfoliating the skin. This can be done using microdermabrasion or a chemical peel. You want to use products, like peptide cream, glycolic acids or salicylic acids, to speed up the skin’s cell turnover rate.

Q: What can you do about large pores? Dr. Brandt: Pores are something that enlarge with age because you have less collagen in the skin to keep them tight, allowing the sebaceous glands to enlarge. What you can do is keep the pores clean. It is good to use a salicylic acid cream that is lipid soluble so it goes into the pores and dissolves the oils. In the office we do laser treatments on the pores to stimulate collagen production which shrinks the oil glands and that helps to shrink the pores. Q: If you could only use one skincare product, what would it be? Dr. Brandt: Sunscreen! So many people don’t put on sunscreen unless they are at the beach. LASER TREATMENT FYI

As far as laser treatments go, you must talk to your doctor about your skin. Lighter skinned people tend to have better success with laser treatments than darker skinned people. There are certain lasers that are specifically for darker skinned people that you can use safely. People who have olive or darker skin must be very careful with lasers.

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Q: You use Botox on other areas not just the face, why? Dr. Brandt: I developed the Botox neck lift and Botox nose lift. I discovered that the neck muscles pull down the face. If you inject the neck muscles, the facial muscles don’t have the opposing force pulling them down,

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SpringCleaning January is all about making resolutions to take better care of your body; spring is the time that everyone promises to clean out the clutter and get organized. Here are some great items and tips to make the process easier.

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 LATIN LOVERS Brickell gets another new restaurant with the opening of Baru Urbano offering a contemporary take on Latin fare. Staple ingredients from Latin America are used in new ways. The menu offers a vast array of ceviches – octopus, oyster, scallop, calamari, shrimp and fresh fruit. A featured item is Chef Gabriel Petrovich’s Baru Dip made of leeks and served in a bread bowl, which is perfect because the bowl’s bread top can be used for dipping. And don’t miss out on the unique cocktail drink menu created by Arturo Sighinolfi the director of mixology at Southern Wine and Spirits. 1001 South Miami Avenue, Miami, 786.991.4570, barurbano.com

Baru Urbano

Paccheri Al Ragu at Il Grissino

 TACO TAKEOVER With a menu that features 10 different types of tacos and 11 salsa varieties, any craving for Mexican will be satisfied at Mercadito. Opening its first location in South Florida, Mercadito already has a strong following in New York and Chicago. And to get your mouth watering, you can watch the guacamoles, ceviches and spicy salsas being made at the open food bar. If you don’t have time to sit and dine, you can dash into the taqueria adjacent to the restaurant which offers take-out and delivery service. 3252 NE First Avenue, Miami, 786.369.0423, mercaditorestaurants.com

D. Rodriguez Cuba

 COMIDA de CUBA Authentic Cuban cuisine can be found at D. Rodriguez Cuba. This upscale eatery situated in the heart of South Beach is the creation of Douglas Rodriguez, the chef known for creating Nuevo Latino Cuisine. The menu features kura buta pork loin, crispy skirt steak with avocado and tomato chimichurri, grilled Mahi Mahi with steamed yucca and the house specialty, Bacalao Rodriguez – cod fish served with sweet plantains and sliced avocado. The restaurant also offers up pitchers of mojitos, Cuba Libres and daiquiris as well as live salsa music Thursdays – Sundays. The outdoor patio is the perfect setting to light up a cigar from the restaurant’s distinctive collection. Hotel Astor, 956 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, 305.673.DROD, drodriguezcuba.com

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Guacamole tasting at Mercadito

 WHERE EVERYBODY KNOWS YOUR NAME Tucked away on North Lincoln Lane is Bar 721 a comfortable bar for locals to hang out. You won’t find any of South Beach’s glitz and glamour here. The plush sectionals make it easy to settle in and hold court with friends. And if you get hungry, a pizza can be delivered to your couch. But, you may want to get up for a round of pool or a turn at Guitar Hero. 721 North Lincoln Lane, Miami Beach, 305.532.1342

Bar 721

 ALL IN THE FAMILY The Fomanti and Da Prato families are expanding their hold on South Florida’s Italian restaurant scene. Coral Gables’ Il Grissino Ristorante joins the casual pizza parlor Spizzigio and Italian steakhouse La Griglia, both located in Doral. Il Grissino is a casual traditional Italian restaurant with all the expected offerings. But don’t miss a taste of the family ragu sauce. This classic is simmered for five hours in a special pot to help maintain even cooking. It requires hand-cut pieces of fresh prime beef, tomatoes and Montalcino wine, combined with herbs and a few “secret” ingredients. Be careful not to fill up on the complimentary home-made grissini breadsticks and mini-antipasto. 127 Giralda Avenue, Coral Gables, 305.461.3391

 FROM SPAIN TO SOUTH BEACH Marc Vidal the newly appointed executive chef at the W South Beach hotel’s Solea restaurant has revamped the menu to serve savory classic Spanish cuisine. Vidal, who was named one of the top young chefs of Spain in 2005, demonstrates his mastery of Spanish cuisine with his offering of pica-pica (small bites), ensaladas (salads), arroces (rice and paellas), pescados (seafood) and carnes (meats). To top off the meal, Pastry Chef Antoni Bachour creates desserts that embrace Spanish cuisine with a South Floridan twist. Standouts include pudding de pan – warm banana bread pudding, vanilla crème Anglaise and peanut butter ice cream, crema Catalana – cinnamon ice cream orange confit and espuma de crema Catalana and coconut panna cotta -- guava soup with carmelized pineapple and fresh coconut sorbet. W South Beach, 2201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, 305.938.3111, starwoodhotels.com/whotels

Octopus & Olives at Gibraltar

 GET YOUR GROVE ON The Grove Isle Hotel and Spa has unveiled its new signature restaurant Gibraltar. Under the direction of Executive Chef Jeff O’Neill, the restaurant offers a seafood-oriented menu with innovative sauces and flavors. The spice roasted yellowtail snapper is served with buttery roasted cabbage and chunks of Florida rock lobster in a sherry and mushroom scented broth it is a perfect example of O’Neill’s signature style. Be sure to save room for dessert, you don’t want to miss O’Neill’s key lime pie, with salted graham crust and fresh vanilla whipped cream; it has made an appearance on Oprah. Grove Isle Hotel & Spa, Four Grove Isle Drive, Coconut Grove, 305.857.5007, groveisle.com

Eggs with Ham, Potatoes and Mushrooms at Solea

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Executive Chef

John Critchley Area 31 at EPIC Hotel

or Executive Chef John Critchley names are very important. His restaurant Area 31 gets its name from the fishing region Area 31, the ecologically sound marine waters of the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, South America’s northeast coast and the Southeast Atlantic coast, including the entire Florida coast. Featuring seafood specifically from these sustainable seafood waters, Critchley, 32, has created a menu of premium seafood prepared with a Mediterranean influence. Using cooking techniques he has honed over the past 17 years, Critchley is delighting diners with his unique preparations and fish offerings. Area 31 was recently named one of the Best New Restaurants of 2009 by Esquire magazine. “There are so many different varieties and there are so many things you can do with fish,” said Critchley.

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Tuna Crudo

"...As a chef you have to blend the concept to the clientele." Risotto Al Frutti Di Mare

Cravings South Florida: How did you have to adjust your cooking for the Miami market? John Critchley: Basically as a chef you have to blend the concept to the clientele. We knew that Area 31 was going to offer local fresh fish and local produce. It then became clear and simple what was expected. C: With the restaurant’s focus on fish, did you have to change your style of cooking? JC: I don’t believe I had to change my style. I believe that you keep things simple and fresh and execute well. C: Do you have a favorite type of fish? JC: That’s a tough one. I love oysters. I actually spent 10 months farming oysters in Cape Cod. All the fish is so different it is tough to nail down a favorite fish. C: Do you have a favorite preparation? JC: I love grilled fish. Other than that, I love to have a nice ceviche. C: Are you trying to introduce new types of fish to South Florida diners? JC: It is hard to introduce Floridians to new

fish; because they’ve been fishing for a long time. We try to offer different varieties like Spanish mackerel, mangrove snapper and wahoo. These are fish you wouldn’t typically see on menus. C: How often do you change Area 31’s menu? JC: I have a small seafood tasting menu that I change frequently. Otherwise I change the menu when I see fit. You don’t necessarily need to change the menu four times a year. Down here you have two seasons, rainy and dry. I really don’t do a full menu change. Basically I change the menu as different fish go in and out of season.

C: What is the best part of cooking with fish? JC: It all depends on the fish. The most difficult part is understanding the fish and what happens when you use different cooking techniques. Once you understand that and get your ingredients together, it is pretty easy. You know what you need to do to make it the best. For instance, you don’t turn swordfish into sushi. This type of fish doesn’t work that way. It works by cutting thick steaks and grilling. The swordfish is so moist on the inside that you want to pair it with richer and fruitier flavors. But with

yellowtail snapper you wouldn’t use rich flavors because the fish would get lost. It is best to leave the snapper raw just scorching the skin and pairing it with blood oranges, hearts of palm and chilies. The key is to understand the fish so however you prepare it you can always taste the fish. C: Do you think you need to have a sophisticated pallet to appreciate fish? JC: No, fish is very approachable. We don’t do anything out of the norm. Our goal is to make sure that you can taste every single flavor on the plate.

Grilled Mahi Mahi with Pepperoni Sauce

C: You moved here from Boston, how do you like living in Miami? JC: It's fun. Great weather. I live in Coconut Grove. This is my first time living in a warm climate. I am a surfer so it is fun to be by the ocean; unfortunately there are no waves. C: Do you like to fish? JC: I am not much of a fisherman. I talk to a lot of fishermen. But, I love playing on the water.

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AT THE TABLE / OFF THE MENU Solo at The Fontainebleau Hotel

Caffe Vialetto

The Kitchen Sink at the Jaxson's

Desserts:

Bring Your Sweet Tooth to These Sinful Spots

By Vanessa Garcia

or those days when you want to skip the protein and go straight for dessert, here are some places that will satisfy your aching sweet tooth. Ice-cream and chocolate frosting; tarts so delicate they look like lace; blissful bon-bons and baked delights – it’s all sinfully in reach and on the menu.

The scoops are then capped with a strawberry topping, chocolate syrup, marshmallow, cherry pineapple topping, whipped cream, mixed nuts, bananas and cherries. Add to that a couple of lit sparklers and the sound of an old fire engine siren as the Sink is delivered to the table.

Let’s start with the classic Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlour & Restaurant in Dania Beach. Serving up much more than ice-cream, this place is a tribute to days gone by. Although the restaurant has changed with the times, it’s been around since 1959 and something of the old-school parlour (check out the spelling) still remains strong here. American memorabilia lines the walls and history simmers in the air (the restaurant’s owners, the Udell family, always had a streak of rebellion in them; ignoring laws in the sixties, for instance, that enforced racial segregation). Today, the politics are not so turbulent, but the icecream’s still bigger than life. You can order a “Hot Digitty Dog” ($8) or one of “Monroe’s Wraps”($9-11), but if you know what’s good for you, you’ll take General Manager, Jerry Smith’s advice, and order The Kitchen Sink ($12.75 per person – for parties of 4 or more). It is served in a contraption that resembles a sink. Each person in the group ordering it chooses one flavor of ice cream.

In line with the astronomical size of The Kitchen Sink, are Barton G Restaurant’s desserts. A high-end paradise for foodies, Barton G’s on Miami Beach has one of the most inventive and campy approaches to desserts. Blending top-of-the-line flavor with over-the-top designs, it’s hard to go wrong when ordering any part of your meal here – from Sashimi Snow Cones ($18) for starters or Disco Grouper for your entrée ($32). But, when it comes to desserts, here are two carnival-inspired desserts from the slew it has to choose from: Big Top Cotton Candy ($24) and Carnival Fun Cakes ($29). Big Top Cotton Candy is a towering fluffy cloud of sugar mounted atop caramel and chocolate popcorn; yogurt and chocolate pretzels. The funnel cakes include dipping sauces, powdered sugar, and even a toy pistol to boot. And as if all of this weren’t enough, Barton G has just recently introduced a new location at The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts called Prelude.

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Funnel Cakes at Barton G

For a more low key experience, try Coral Gables’ 50-seater Caffe Vialetto, a charming Italian fusion dinner solution with a neighborhood feel. For dessert, co-owner Ernie Fernandez recommends The Funk and The Bomb. The Funk is Vialetto’s signature dessert – a homemade version of tiramisu, funked up. It is made of lady fingers layered with mascarpone cheese, Heath bar crunch, and served with a blueberry sauce ($9). The Bomb is a homemade double layered chocolate cake with Heath bar also served with blueberry sauce ($9). Another popular treat is the homemade cheesecake (Guava and Dulce de Leche -- $9). Also in Coral Gables, Chocolate Fashion is located in a cozy little nook on Andalusia Avenue. The smell of fresh baked goods hits your nose right when you enter. Here, you’ll find a slice of France in Miami – lunch on warm croissant sandwiches and fresh orange and mango juice. Then, end your meal with its many chocolate, dessert, and pastry choices. Bite into one of its tarts, danishes, or brioches and you’re transported to Paris. Try the Apricot Almond Tart ($3.65); assorted truffles ($1.35 ea); the Crème Brulee ($2.95); or the Mango Mousse ($3.75). On the trendier end of the dessert case, there’s Ice Box Café off of Lincoln Road; Solo at The Fontainebleau Hotel; and Phillipe. At Ice Box Café, take the cake Oprah Winfrey featured on the segment "Best Cake in America" – The Bomb (apparently, a popular name for desserts). It’s a chocolate cake with cheesecake brownie and chocolate mouse. Other favorites include the carrot cake with cream cheese frosting, the coconut buttercream cake, and the peanut butter-Oreo ice cream cake (All slices run between $6-$7). Solo is a confectionary dream. Heaven dipped in chocolate and coconut shavings, laced with banana cream. Cases and cases of strawberry

Chocolate Fashion

The Bomb at Ice Box Café

 Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlour & Restaurant 128 South Federal Highway Dania Beach 954.923.4445 jaxsonsicecream.com $$  Barton G

marshmallow, honey soft nougats, hazelnut milk, chocolate biscotti, Cassis soft caramel, chocolate pralines, chocolate cakes, macaroons, and truffles. These chic pastries are available to eat in or takeout. All of these pastries brought to you by the grace of award-winning pastry chefs Jean-Marie Auboine and Sylvain Bortolini (Pastries range in price from about $3-$6). Philippe is a sleek and chic restaurant brought to you by renowned Chef Philippe Chow. Hailing from Hong Kong and Hollywood, his delights have finally reached Miami. The place is decorated with red and white clean lines, and modern furnishing and the desserts are just as sleek. In terms of dessert, it’s best to take Pastry Chef Keith Freiman’s advice and dip into the Red Velvet Cake ($14).

Restaurant 1427 West Avenue Miami Beach 305.672.8881 bartong.com $$$$

 Caffe

Vialetto 4019 South Le Jeune Road Coral Gables 305.446.5659 Caffevialetto.com $$$$

 Chocolate Fashion 248 Andalusia Avenue Coral Gables 305.461.3200 305.461.2831 Chocolatefashiononline.com $  Ice Box Café 1657 Michigan Avenue Miami Beach 305.538.8448 iceboxcafe.com $$

 Solo 4441 Collins Avenue Miami Beach 305.674.4740 fontainebleau.com $

 Philippe

Restaurant 2305 Collins Avenue Miami Beach 305.674.0250 philippechow.com $$$$

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Octopus & Olives at Gibraltar

A FISH CALLED AVALON 700 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, 305.532.1727 Award-winning seafood grill at The Avalon Hotel. Offers casual elegance and indoor or street-side patio dining. ANDU RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 141 SW 7th Street, Miami, 786.871.7005 This spot in Brickell features sultry-style, luscious libations and cutting-edge Mediterranean cuisine with international flavors. ARISTON RESTAURANT 940 71st Street, Miami Beach, 305.864.9848 Offers authentic Greek cuisine with contemporary European accents. With an emphasis on seasonal ingredients, the food is based on the recipes of the owner’s mother. AZURRO ITALIAN RESTAURANT & BAR 17901 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach, 305.792.5500 Savor authentic Italian family-style meals with such specialities as homemade lobster ravioli and zuppa di Pece made with clams, mussels, grouper, salmon, and shrimp. Situate yourself in its stark white dining room with oversized windows that overlook the Atlantic. For a more relaxed experience sit outside on its large poolside patio or dine in the Tiki cabana. Add a glass of wine from its extensive collection or order up a creative cocktail. Open for lunch. BILLY’S STONE CRAB RESTAURANT & MARKET 400 N Ocean Drive, Hollywood, 954.923.2300 Headlining an impressive list of fresh catches is the restaurant’s signature Florida stone crab, available in endless offerings during stone crab season. In addition, the seafood menu continues to reel in diners with a variety of specialty entrées and all-you-can-eat Alaskan King Crab Legs. BOVA RISTORANTE 1450 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton, 561.362.7407 The award-winning restaurant-bar-lounge presents contemporary upscale Italian cuisine in a spectacular atmosphere. BROSIA 163 NE 39th Street, Miami, 305.572.1400 Located in the city’s Design District, the menu combines flavors from Italy, Spain, Greece, and Turkey to take diners on a culinary tour through the Mediterranean. CAFÉ BAMBINI 3073 NE 163rd Street, North Miami Beach, 305.944.1566 This upscale coffee house offers a bistro style menu, including Panini sandwiches, salads, pastries and gelato.

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CAFÉ MARTORANO 3343 Oakland Park Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, 954.561.2555 Start the meal with Steve Martorano’s famous homemade meatballs. After a couple of “light” appetizers, it’s time to choose from the list of specialty macaroni and other home-style favorites. The portions aren’t petite, so sharing is recommended. CHART HOUSE RESTAURANT 3371 Pan American Drive, Coconut Grove, 305.856.9741 Facing beautiful Biscayne Bay, Chart House has a beautiful view and an extensive great surf and turf menu. Extensive collection of fine wines and whiskies. CHEF ALLEN’S 19088 NE 29th Avenue, Aventura, 305.935.2900 A culinary legend, Allen Susser has revitalized his eponymous restaurant with chic interiors and created an exciting new modern seafood bistro menu. CHIMA BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE 2400 E Las Olas Blvd, Ft. Lauderdale, 954.712.0580 Legend has it, in South Brazil, traditional gauchos (cowboys) would consume a diet consisting almost entirely of beef. Gauchos roam the dining room continuously offering exquisite churrasco of 16 rotisserie meats. There is also an extensive salad bar with a blend of Brazilian and American offerings. CITA’S ITALIAN CHOPHOUSE 3176 Commodore Plaza, Coconut Grove, 305.446.2207 With an emphasis on gourmet Italian, this neighborhood gem focuses on prime cuts of meat, fresh from the market seafood, and homemade pasta. The extensive selections of wines from around the world enhance the food’s bold flavors. CITY BBQ PLACE 1901 NE 163rd Street, N.M.B, 305.354.4747 Come here for that authentic backyard BBQ taste. Enjoy everything from ribs to chicken to wings with various sauces to wraps and sandwiches. Delivery/Take Out. CONCHA D’ORO 1833 Tyler Street, Hollywood, 954.927.6704 This long-time bustling Italian eatery on the circle is the kind of place you’d take the softball team after a game. COUNCIL OAK STEAK & SEAFOOD 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, 954.327.7501 Located in the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, this restaurant takes beef seriously with its own in-house butcher. Sunday champagne brunch.

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FRATELLI LYON 4141 NE Second Avenue, Miami, 305.572.2901 Occupying the entrance to Driade, the contemporary Italian furniture showroom, this Italian restaurant features a diverse selection of antipasti, bruschetta, and there is also an extensive wine list with great selections from smaller Italian vineyards. THE GRILL ON THE ALLEY 19501 Biscayne Boulevard, Aventura, 305.466.7195 Famous for its signature outpost in the heart of Beverly Hills, the Grill specializes in prime steaks, chops, fresh seafood, savory sides and specialty cocktails. HEELSHA 1550 NE 164th Street, N.M.B, 305.919.8393 Heelsha is a small riverside village in Bangladesh which has maintained centuries old cooking traditions. In keeping with these traditions, this restaurant serves authentic Indian cuisine. Take Out. HOLLYWOOD GRILL 905 N Broadwalk, Hollywood, 954. 272.2525 Dress casually for an informal evening of ethnic food from Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan. IL MIGLIORE TRATTORIA 2576 Miami Gardens Drive, North Miami, 305.792.2902

This neighborhood trattoria boasts all the attributes one seeks in Italian dining: perfectly executed Italian cooking. Open for lunch. IL MULINO NEW YORK 17875 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, 305.466.9191 Here, Italian cuisine is characterized by its simplicity -- a rustic and hearty blend of seasonal ingredients with fish, lamb, fresh meats and the legendary langostines. JONAS PIZZA 2030 NE Miami Gardens Drive, North Miami, 305.918.8998 Kosher pizzeria. Offers a large variety of vegetable toppings, salads and sandwiches. Pizza by the slice available. Delivery/Take Out. KITCHEN 305 16501 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, 305.749.2110 Inside the Newport Beachside Resort, Chef Kelly Sheehan offers American comfort food in her unique style. The menu features an Absolut penne with its own mini vodka shooter. The sun and sand mussels pail comes complete with sunglasses and sand-like garlic bread crumbs.

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LA PIAZZA PASTA 1885 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, 954.921.0088 Located in the heart of downtown Hollywood, pizza, pastas, salads, soups and appetizers of both Northern and Southern Italian cuisine will satisfy any appetite. The restaurant features a brick pizza oven, outdoor dining and live music Thursdays – Sundays. LOLA’S ON HARRISON 2032 Harrison Street, Hollywood, 954.927.9851 Showcasing chef-owner Michael Wagner’s mouthwatering contemporary American cuisine, Lola’s on Harrison offers diners an unforgettable culinary experience. LUCE RESTAURANT & BAR 1906 Harrison Street, Hollywood, 954.920.2500 Serves up Italian fare with South Florida influences. Open for breakfast on Sundays. MARIO THE BAKER® 13695 W Dixie Highway, North Miami, 305.891.7641 Serving pizza in Miami since 1969, you can still feed a hungry family of four for $25 or less at Mario’s. Enjoy pizza, pasta, traditional entrées and more. Delivery/Take Out. THE MELTING POT 15700 Biscayne Boulevard, N.M.B., 305.947.2228 Fondue is a fun and interactive dining experience. The four course dinner is perfect for families as well as for those who want a romantic evening without the kids. MIAMI PRIME GRILL 16395 Biscayne Boulevard, N.M.B, 305.949.5101 You’re invited to join the party at this upscale sports bar. MICHAEL’S GENUINE FOOD & DRINK 130 NE 40th Street, Miami, 305.573.5550 Located in the Design District, Chef/owner Michael Schwartz showcases his trademark contemporary American cuisine using local organic ingredients. MISS YIP CHINESE CAFE 1661 Meridian Avenue, Miami Beach, 305.534.5488 Serves traditional Cantonese cuisine including dim sum and Peking duck. Also has a mini market. MORTON’S THE STEAK HOUSE 505 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton & Other Locations 561.392.7724 Prime aged beef, live Maine lobsters, fresh fish, handselected vegetables and elegant desserts are all part of Morton’s signature selections.

PRIME BLUE GRILLE 315 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, 305.358.5900 Pleasing the palates of the city’s elite with its organically raised, wet-aged prime beef, line-caught fish, fresh seafood and innovative sides. An outdoor terrace offer breathtaking views of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay. RACKS ITALIAN BISTRO & MARKET Intracoastal Mall, 163rd Avenue and NE 36th Avenue, N.M.B, 305.917-7225 Restauranteur Gary Racks’ Tuscan inspired bistro offers pasta, Neapolitan pizza and a large selection of entrées. Dine in the dining room, enjoy an espresso or panini at the bar or dock your yacht for dockside carryout. THE RESTAURANT LE MERIDIEN HOTEL 18683 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles, 305.503.6011 Located in the hotel’s lobby, the restaurant offers American cuisine in a relaxed environment overlooking the beach either indoors or outdoors on the terrace. RISTORANTE SAPORI 99 Royal Palm Plaza, Boca Raton, 561.367.9779 In addition to its wide array of pastas, chef/owner Marco Pindo prepares different seafood selections daily. RIVALS WATERFRONT SPORTS GRILLE Diplomat Landing, 3460 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, 954.602.8760 Watch the big game on individual high-definition plasma TVs, relax with a beer or cocktail or enjoy an appetizer or meal from the open kitchen. SUSHI HOUSE 15911 Biscayne Boulevard, N.M.B, 305.947.6002 Specializing in modern sushi and Pan-Asian cuisine. Consulting Chef Michael Schukar of Tatu and Karma has created an extensive menu employing traditional Chinese, new Japanese and French techniques with a modern Florida-Asian flair. Closed Mondays. THAT COOL CAFÉ 19048 NE 29th Avenue, Aventura, 305. 931.9244 In need of quick, fresh and healthy meals including wraps, soups, salads and frozen yogurt. Delivery/Take Out. WISH 801 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, 305.674.9474 This award winning restaurant features the cuisine of Executive Chef Marco Ferraro. The cuisine is Mediterranean and Asian flair with global influences.

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MARK THE DATE MOTHER APPROVED Mamma Mia!

Through April 4 Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts Arshtcenter.org 305.949.6722 Mamma Mia! is the ultimate feel-good show. The story of a bride-to-be trying to find her real father told through the music of the popular ‘70s group ABBA.

SOUL SISTER Aretha Franklin

March 16 Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Seminolehardrockhollywood.com 800.937.0010 The Grammy Award-winning Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin takes the stage. Franklin’s roots were firmly planted in gospel from a young age. She made her first recordings as a gospel artist at the age of 14. In the early 1960s, she found her way to R&B with many hits. Her latest album Jewels in the Crown: All-Star Duets with the Queen was released in 2007 and features songs performed with Mariah Carey, Luther Vandross, Mary J. Blige and Gloria Estefan among others. Franklin was the first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (1987) and is the recipient of both the Living Legend Grammy and the Lifetime Achievement Grammy. Tickets start at $75.

CUBAN CULTURE Lox with Black Beans and Rice: A Portrait of CubanJewish Life

April 27 - September 5 Jewish Museum of Florida Jewishmuseum.com 305.672.5044 For the past nine years, photographer Randi Sidman-Moore has been documenting Florida’s Cuban Jews. Her solo exhibit “Lox with Black Beans and Rice: A Portrait of Cuban-Jewish Life is a comprehensive look at this contemporary Florida community. The 30 large-scale photographs and narratives reflect Cuban Jews from all walks of life. Admission to the museum is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and students, children under 6 are free. The museum offers free admission on Saturdays. The Jewish Museum of Florida is located at 301 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach.

CELEBRATE THE SEASON Spring Awakening

May 11 – 16 Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts Arshtcenter.org 305.949.6722 This musical has won eight Tony Awards. With a score by Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater, Spring Awakening celebrates three teenagers’ unforgettable journey to adulthood. 96

Cravings | April / May 2010

TENNIS ANYONE? Sony Ericsson Open

March 23 – April 4 Crandon Park Tennis Center Sonyericssonopen.com 305.442.3367 The 2010 Sony Ericsson Open will feature a star-studded list of players including World No. 1’s and Australian Open champions Roger Federer and Serena Williams. The two will be among the world’s best 79 men and 76 women tennis players. A total of 35 countries will be represented at the tournament. Roger Federer, who captured his 16th Grand Slam title this year, will return to the Sony Ericsson Open seeking his third title. Serena Williams returned from the Australian Open with her 12th Grand Slam and is looking to bounce back from her 2009 finals’ loss at the Sony Ericsson Open to win a record-setting sixth title. Other players at the Sony Ericsson Open include: Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray, Juan Del Potro, Maria Sharapova, Kim Clijsters and Venus Williams. The 13-day tennis tournament will conclude with the women’s final on Saturday, April 3rd and the men’s final on Sunday, April 4th. Tickets start at $5. The Crandon Park Tennis Center is located on Key Biscayne.

STRINGS ATTACHED Spring Strings: The Miami Symphony Orchestra’s Discovery Series

April 10 Lincoln Theatre themiso.org The Miami Symphony Orchestra continues its 2009-2010 concert season with its Discovery Series, showcasing two internationally recognized concert soloists: violinist Daniel Andai and cellist Ashley Garritson. The program repertoire includes On Hearing the First Cuckoo in Spring by Delius and Dvorak’s Symphony No. 7, Op. 70. Tickets are $10 ($5 for members). The Lincoln Theatre is located at 541 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach.

ALL THAT JAZZ Bass Museum of Art

April 2 and 16 Bassmuseum.org 305.673.7530 The Bass Museum of Art finishes its winter jazz series, Cool Nights Hot Jazz, with performances by Shelly Berg Trio, with special guest Ed Calle (April 2) and Negroni Trio (April 16). The concerts are held in the museum’s café and lounge. Admission is $10 ($5 for museum members). The Bass Museum of Art is located at 2121 Park Avenue (in Collins Park) Miami Beach.

MUSIC ON THE PLAZA

April 9 - May 28 The Village at Gulfstream Park TheVillageAtGulfstreamPark.com 954.378.0900 Dining and live music every Friday evening from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.

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WISH LIST

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