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LOVE & HOPE MUST PREVAIL W
hen 2020 started, I never thought we would be faced with the challenges we were given (even I, an eternal optimist, found things somewhat unbearable at times). Yet, each morning, I woke up and started a new day with a new attitude, as I genuinely believe that with faith, love, hope and perseverance, we can all determine our own destinies. I invite you to join me in my lifelong resolutions: to look at the past for lessons; to persevere into the future with hope, optimism and commitment to keep on keeping on; and to look at our present as the gift that it truly is. I am aware that remaining positive can be challenging for some people, depending on their circumstances. However, I firmly believe we can all share a common ability to be kind, spread love, continue to pay positive actions forward and give back to those in need. In doing so, I assure you that you will find yourself living a happier and more fulfilled life—and happiness is a natural endorphin that will help you conquer tough times.
For this issue, I also decided to implement a new way of giving back: the HeART of Giving Back initiative. I am very grateful to those who stepped up to support the cause! Supporters were able to get involved in one of two ways: buying a heart to be published in this issue or sponsoring an artist to be featured in our Reader’s Choice section. Proceeds from both programs were donated to Artist Relief, a nonprofit that is supporting artists during the COVID-19 crisis (visit page 47 to learn more). If you are a charity interested in being the beneficiary of our upcoming “Spread the Love” giving back initiative (launching Spring 2021), or you are an artist who would like to learn more about our HeART of Giving Back Reader’s Choice program, contact me at Lynette@LuxuryGuideUSA.com. Happy Holidays and Spread Love,
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It is with this sentiment that we selected art photographer David Drebin’s “Love Is in the Air” as our front cover image. It is not only a beautiful work of art, but it is also in keeping with the broader themes of this issue: giving back, love, hope, unity and optimism.
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WINTER 2020-21 CEO/Publisher Lynette Janac Editor-in-Chief/Design Director Sherri Balefsky Hanson Client & Community Relations Manager Tyler Anderson Business Development Executive Paola Solano
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Typically, wintertime in South Florida means a season filled with our favorite events, from Miami Art Week to festive holiday happenings. Understandably, this year is going to look a little different, but we aren’t letting that get us down, and we’ve worked diligently to fill this issue with impressive art, dazzling holiday gifts and plenty of cheer. In fact, we combined our love of the arts and holiday spirit to support artists in need with our new HeART of Giving Back initiative. Turn to page 47 to learn more about this program and how we are giving back. Even though Art Basel Miami Beach, Art Miami and the majority of the big-tent fairs won’t be descending on our city this December, many of them are hosting virtual editions with a slew of creative and interactive digital programming. And, for those of us who are craving to get back to “normal,” not everything is online; there are more than enough art events, museum exhibitions, gallery showcases and more for you to get your art fix this winter—and beyond. For more details, check out our comprehensive guide to South Florida’s art scene on page 53. After all, art always prevails! Speaking of getting back to “normal,” our Winter edition wouldn’t be complete without our annual Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide (page 113). From splurge-worthy, one-of-a-kind items to some more affordable options, our roundup of gift ideas will hopefully help you put a smile on that special someone’s face. Because let’s face it: We can all use a little extra cheer this year. From all of us at Luxury Guide, may the spirit of the season be upon you. We wish you a safe and happy holiday and a wonderful new year. I think we will all be glad to bid 2020 adieu and ring in 2021!
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Jazz Collection artwork by Pablo Carreño
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Ted Zamy Dorvil’s “Joyful Dance,” 2020; acrylic on canvas, 30" x 40"; courtesy Art Beat Miami
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ART PREVAILS
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103 TRENDING YACHTS
Giving back to artists, plus “Reader’s Choice,” featuring Pablo Carreño and Noel Suarez.
WINTER 2020-21
Miami Art Week may be “canceled,” but there’s plenty of art to see and experience this winter.
28 HAPPENINGS
Play. Enrich. Unwind. Winter events throughout South Florida.
32 TASTE
Holiday-Inspired Recipe Reveal: Local chefs and mixologists share dishes and cocktails to create at home.
66 TRENDING DESIGN
In the Studio: Carla Guilhem, principal, Carla Guilhem Interior Design
86 TRENDING REAL ESTATE South Florida Is Hot: Three local experts share their thoughts and predictions about the current real estate market.
Holiday gift ideas and inspiration for everyone on your list this season.
Carefree Cruising. Adventures await aboard these new luxury yachts.
104 DESTINATIONS
Room With a View. Must-stay luxury hotel suites from Mr and Mrs Smith.
108 DESTINATIONS
Staycation Envy. Spotlight on Ocean Key Resort & Spa, Key West.
112 TRENDING CARS
Design Evolution. Automotive design continues to evolve.
127 TRENDING TECH
Season’s Trendings. Home technology trends and gift ideas from BDigital Technologies.
“Love Is in the Air” original photograph by David Drebin, 30" x 72"; $11,000 David Drebin is a New York City-based photographer and multidisciplinary artist. His shots of dreamlike cityscapes and landscapes and allusive femme fatales are celebrated for evoking emotion, perspective and insightful reflections. Collectors and enthusiasts can schedule a one-on-one with the artist during Onessimo Fine Art’s God’s Gift– Photographers That Celebrate the Female Form, Dec. 4-6. Read more on page 61.
Onessimo Fine Art, PGA Commons, 4530 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 561.355.8061; onessimofineart.com
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DIRECTORY ARTS, CULTURE, DINING & ENTERTAINMENT Artechouse miami.artechouse.com p. 62 Blue Gallery 707.299.3239 penfolds.com p. 63 Experience Miami Beach @experiencemiamibeach p. 109 RED, The Steakhouse 305.534.3688 redsobe.com p. 45
AUTOMOTIVE Doral Lincoln 786.845.0900 dorallincoln.com p. 130-131
BEAUTY & WELLNESS
Designer Door Products 786.800.3855 designerdoorproducts.com p. 128
Total Window 954.921.0302 totalwindow.com p. 75
Dragon Cellars 561.900.3668 dragoncellars.com p. 84
World Mattress 786.431.1798 worldmattresses.com p. 77
Ignite Luxury Appliances 305.456.8283 igniteappliances.com p. 83
INTERIOR DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE
Imperial Interiors 786.482.9000 imperialmiami.com p. 14-15, 124, 132 ITALdoors 800.615.3667 italdoors.com p. 81, 129 Italian Kitchen & Bath 305.363.7717 | 954.280.4574 italiankb.com p. 78-79
Anti-Aging Center of Boca 561.654.0177 antiagingcenterofboca.com p. 111
Judith Norman 954.925.7200 judithnorman.com p. 73
The Healing Soup 305.542.8232 thehealingsoup.com p. 110
Just Tile & Marble 561.272.4900 justtilenmarble.com p. 67
BOATS & YACHTS Sirena Yachts 954.585.6390 sirenayachts.com p. 21
HOME & HOME FURNISHINGS
Lalique 305.537.5150 lalique.com p. 19
Steven La Fonte Design 305.343.1318 stevenlafonte.com p. 68-71 UrvanX Architecture 786.615.2943 urvanx.com p. 80
JEWELRY & FASHION Morays Jewelers 305.928.2586 moraysjewelers.com p. 2-5, 125
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Luxapatio 305.477.5141 luxapatio.com p. 16-17 Maison Kitchen & Bath 305.489.1848 maisonkb.com p. 82, 85
Bang & Olufsen 954.876.1348 bdigitaltechnologies.com p. 65
Materia Collection 786.438.1330 materiacollection.com p. 8-9
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California Closets Miami 305.623.8282 californiaclosets.com p. 27
MiaCucina 305.792.9494 miacucina.com p. 12-13
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Innovative Creations Katia Bates 954.646.0947 innovativecreationsusa.com p. 46
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Audio One 305.945.1230 | 954.843.2837 audio-one.com p. 99
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Carla Guilhem Interior Design 646.764.1956 carlaguilhem.com p. 25
David M. Garvin, Criminal Tax Attorney 305.371.8101 davidmgarvin.com p. 102 JetASAP 833.321.2727 (ASAP) jetasap.com p. 10-11, 22
REAL ESTATE Aston Martin Residences 305.573.7333 astonmartinresidences.com p. 6-7 Coldwell Banker Realty Jeremy Hanson 786.910.0836 jeremy.hanson@cbrealty.com p. 98 Compass Todd Nordstom 305.790.4008 todd@nordstromnetwork.com p. 92 EWM Realty International Karel Foti 305.606.3007 Richard Wieder 305.979.0370 flparadiseproperties.com p. 86 Florida Luxury Homes Group Debbie Wysocki 305.790.4008 floridaluxuryhomesgroup.com p. 96-97 Great Estates International Realty Sylvia Fragos 305.904.7847 sylviafragos.com p. 88-90 ONE Sotheby’s International Realty Irina Alvarez 786.205.0670 irina2075@gmail.com p. 95 Re/Max Advance Realty Geri Brodie 786.853.4374 geribrodie.com p. 93
TBR Property Management Toby Becerra Rohrer 305.607.2780 tbrpropertymanagement.com p. 98
The Keyes Company Luxury Portfolio International Elizabeth Perez 305.984.6344 eperezhomes@gmail.com p. 94
UBS - The Suskin-Ripple Group Laura Raybin Miller 954.560.7845 laura.raybinmiller@ubs.com p. 100-101
Tomlinson Realty Group Jeff Tomlinson 305.895.5333 jeffrealtor.com p. 87
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MCB Dancers in George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker; choreography by George Balanchine
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GEORGE BALANCHINE’S THE NUTCRACKER IN THE PARK
PLAY. ENRICH. UNWIND. As the age of COVID continues, local organizations and businesses are finding even more innovative ways to adapt to the “new normal,” including creating responsible socially distanced guidelines, expanding outdoor venue options, hosting virtual events and more. We’ve put together some of our favorite safety-approved activities to look forward to this winter. For more up-to-date happenings, visit southfloridaluxuryguide.com/happenings. BY SHERRI BALEFSKY HANSON
It just isn’t the holiday season without The Nutcracker, which is why Downtown Doral has partnered with Miami City Ballet to bring the beloved performance to South Floridians in a way that promises to be both enjoyable and safe. From your socially distanced pod on the lawn, you will be transported into the enchanting dream world of rat kings and sugarplum fairies with a combination of extraordinary live MCB dancers and dazzling animation and video sequences on a giant screen. The season opens Dec. 18 with a free performance dedicated to and exclusively for first responders and essential workers who have served as front-line heroes of the pandemic. Downtown Doral Park,
8395 NW 53rd St., Doral; 305.929.7010; miamicityballet.org
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Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 20 MADELINE’S CHRISTMAS
Actors’ Playhouse is reopening the Miracle Theatre this holiday season for a live Musical Theatre for Young Audiences stage production of Madeline’s Christmas, a musical adaptation of Ludwig Bemelmans’ classic children’s series with book and lyrics by Jennifer Kirkeby and music by Shirley Mier. Performances will be held on Saturday, Dec. 5, 12 and 19 at 2 p.m., plus a special holiday showing on Dec. 20 at 5 p.m.
280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables; 305.444.9293; actorsplayhouse.org
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Actors’ Playhouse’s Musical Theatre for Young Audiences production of Madeline’s Christmas
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Dec. 18-31
Rendering of the courtyard at The Bath Club Miami Beach
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Opening in December THE STORIED BATH CLUB RETURNS
Founded in the early 1920s, The Bath Club Miami Beach was the first established social club in the Southeast. It’s now returning to its glory days thanks to a multimillion-dollar transformation, including new interiors by Miami architecture firm Antrobus + Ramirez and culinary experiences by Apicii Hospitality. Membership perks include access to the 100,000-square-foot beach with lounge chairs and towel service; members-only dining options; a 2,300-square-foot pool; two clay tennis courts; and a spa and fitness center offering a range of spa and salon treatments, yoga and workout classes, and tennis and swimming lessons. You can expect to keep social distancing in style, as only 200 memberships are available. 5937 Collins Ave., Miami Beach;
305.867.5938; thebathclub.com
IMAGES COURTESY THE BATH CLUB; JUNGLE ISLAND/TREETOP TREKKING; SOBEWFF/ SETH BROWARNIK
Desserts from the South Beach Wine & Food Festival’s 2018 Best of the Best event
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Feb. 24-28 SOUTH BEACH WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
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Aerial Game Trek at Jungle Island
Ongoing AERIAL GAME TREK AT JUNGLE ISLAND Strap on a helmet and full-body harness, and let the adventures begin! Miami’s Jungle Island has welcomed the new Aerial Game Trek, a 6-acre tree-top adventure park featuring four color-coded ropes courses, over 100 obstacles, Tarzan swings, two zip lines with ample space to social distance. Guests who book the experience will also receive access to the park’s new Treewalk Village and thematic playground, plus meet and greets with some of the rare animals that call Jungle Island home.
Online reservations only; 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami; 305.400.7000; jungleisland.com
Celebrating 20 years, the Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival returns for 2021 with a slew of new programming, along with much-loved signature events. The festival will feature a diverse roster of culinary talent with a focus on the local chefs that have been the backbone of the festival since its first year. Expect the return of signature favorites, such as Italian Bites on the Beach hosted by Giada De Laurentiis and the Burger Bash hosted by Bobby Flay. To ensure the safety of all involved, SOBEWFF is working with a certified COVID Safety Compliance Team to oversee and approve health and safety measures at all event venues, including implementing strict mask requirements, doing away with family-style or buffet-style service, and moving as many events outside as possible. Over the years, the festival has raised more than $30 million for the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University. sobewff.com
HAPPENINGS BROWARD, BOCA, PALM BEACH
“Sandi,” West Palm Beach’s beloved sand Christmas tree, returns for 2020
PLAY
Dec. 5-31 SANDI LAND
The City of West Palm Beach welcomes back the star of its annual Holiday in Paradise campaign: “Sandi,” the world’s only 35-foot, 700-ton sand tree. As in previous years, there will also be 100 tons of other sand sculptures to see. New this year will be a synchronized show with the city’s Centennial Square Fountain, where the water will “dance” to the music every night from 6 to 10 p.m. In true South Florida fashion, Santa will be safely distanced in his lifeguard chair more than 6 feet in the air so that families can gather for a photo op below. Sandi will return to the Great Lawn, located at the east end of Clematis Street just west of Flagler Drive. wpb.org/events
Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade
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Dec. 5 PALM BEACH HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE PLAY
Jan. 23 PEGASUS WORLD CUP CHAMPIONSHIP
Since 2017, the Pegasus World Cup Championship Invitational Series (dubbed the world’s richest thoroughbred horse race) has been one of the biggest social functions of the South Florida calendar, blending entertainment, innovation and horse racing like no other event of its kind. The championship is slated to return to Gulfstream Park this January with the same exclusive perks, VIP hospitality, A-list DJs and performers, five-star culinary offers, luxury suites and more, along with improved safety protocols. 901 Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach;
pegasusworldcup.com
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Out of an abundance of caution, many of South Florida’s prominent holiday boat parades have been canceled. However, if you are looking to get your fix of bright lights, joyous sounds and jolly spirit with our beautiful waterways and vessels as a backdrop, fret not, because the Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade is sailing forward. See a flotilla of brightly decorated boats motor up the Intracoastal Waterway from the North Palm Beach Marina to Jupiter.
palmbeachboatparade.com
IMAGES COURTESY CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH/SUE TRABER; GULFSTREAM PARK; PALM BEACH BOAT PARADE/SUSAN SPEAKS MCGIRT
Pegasus World Cup Invitational at Gulfstream Park
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Ongoing IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK
This winter, The Colony Palm Beach will introduce its renovated lobby—newly renamed the Living Room— featuring designs by Kemble Interiors and a bespoke wallpaper pattern by de Gournay inspired by the original midcentury mural that adorned the hotel’s lobby when it first opened in 1947. The Living Room will be open to both locals and hotel guests to meet, work and socialize. New this season: The Living Room will feature all-day beverage service and light bites. 155 Hammon Ave., Palm Beach;
De Gournay wallpaper design for The Colony Palm Beach
561.655.5430; thecolonypalmbeach.com
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Feb. 19-27 PALM BEACH OPERA FESTIVAL
IMAGES COURTESY FLOAT8 WELLNESS LOUNGE/DYLAN CALM; PALM BEACH OPERA; THE COLONY PALM BEACH
Palm Beach Opera presents its first-ever outdoor festival, featuring live performances of La Bohème, Pagliacci and Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute) spread across a nineday period. The performances will be held at the iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre at the South Florida Fairgrounds and include socially distanced singers, orchestra and chorus members, as well as large screens adjacent to the stage for close-up viewing. 601-7 Sansburys Way, West Palm Beach;
561.833.7888; pbopera.org Palm Beach Opera 2021 Festival illustration by Richard C. Trebus Jr.
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Ongoing UNPLUG AND RECHARGE The lines between work life and home life are growing blurrier by the day, and the added stress that brings cannot be overstated. Luckily, Float8 Wellness Lounge, which recently opened its second location in Fort Lauderdale (joining the original in Deerfield Beach), has just the thing to help you unwind. The unique flotation therapy activates the parasympathetic nervous system, which puts the mind at ease and stimulates the body’s natural healing process. While it’s notably used by professional athletes like Tom Brady and Michael Phelps, the benefits extend to anyone who could use some much-desired “me” time. 714A NE 13th St.,
Fort Lauderdale; 954.869.4034 & 616 SE 10th St., Deerfield Beach;754.666.3588; float8ion.com Float8 Wellness Lounge
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LPM Restaurant & Bar’s Salade de Maïs et Grenade (corn and pomegranate salad)
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RECIPE REVEAL We asked some of South Florida’s top chefs and restaurateurs to share their favorite holiday dishes, which you can now re-create at home. For the full recipes for these and other dishes, visit luxuryguideusa.com/tag/recipes. BY SHERRI BALEFSKY HANSON Goy-ish croquetas from Kush by Stephen’s
GOY-ISH CROQUETAS
SALADE DE MAÏS ET GRENADE
KEY INGREDIENTS: CORNED BEEF, SWISS CHEESE, SAUERKRAUT
KEY INGREDIENTS: CORN, POMEGRANATE, SMOKED PAPRIKA DRESSING
KUSH BY STEPHEN’S
LPM RESTAURANT & BAR
When the pandemic temporarily closed his various restaurant locations, Matthew Kuscher (the “Kush” of Kush Hospitality) saw an opportunity to restore Stephen’s Delicatessen, Miami’s oldest deli, by infusing it with a new strain of the successful Kush brand. “At Kush by Stephen’s, we unite traditional Latin flavors with Jewish deli classics— our Goy-ish croquetas embody that,” says Executive Chef Leo Osorio. “We decided to marry all the ingredients found in the king of all deli sandwiches, the Reuben, and prepare it in croqueta form to create a unique bite that is flavorful and representative of both cultures.”
ARROZ CON LECHE
BAKAN WYNWOOD
KEY INGREDIENTS: RICE, MILK, CINNAMON, SUGAR Enjoy an authentic Mexican dining experience at Bakan, whose artsy patio features inverted wooden pyramid canopies that showcase some of the country’s most famous sights. For the holiday season, Executive Chef Sergio Suazo recommends the restaurant’s popular arroz con leche. “This traditional dish symbolizes the taste of home during the holidays,” he says. “We decided to bring it to our kitchen and prepare it with passion and love so our customers could share that sentiment with us.” 2801 NW Second Ave., Miami; 305.396.7080;
bakanwynwood.com
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305.403.9133; lpmmiami.com
Bakan’s Arroz con Leche IMAGES COURTESY KUSH BY STEPHEN’S; LPM RESTAURANT; BAKAN
1000 E. 16th St., Hialeah; 305.887.8863; stephensdeli.com
If you’re looking for fine French-Mediterranean dining this holiday season, Brickell’s LPM Restaurant & Bar should be at the top of your list. As the first U.S. outpost of the iconic restaurant brand (which has locations in London, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Hong Kong), LPM Miami features a menu of authentic niçoise dishes and an elegant dining room that evokes the south of France. “The seasonal corn and pomegranate salad with yuzu, mustard and smoked paprika dressing is light and refreshing, yet full of flavor,” says Head Chef Francisco Alonso. “It is one of our most popular dishes.” 1300 Brickell Bay Drive, Miami;
EGGPLANT WITH STRAINED YOGURT & POMEGRANATE DOYA WYNWOOD
KEY INGREDIENTS: EGGPLANT, GREEK YOGURT, POMEGRANATE Doya, a modern Aegean meze bar from Chef Erhan Kostepen (original founder and former executive chef of Mandolin Aegean Bistro) has officially opened in Wynwood. Serving dishes inspired by Greece and Turkey’s coastal regions, the restaurant is dedicated to utilizing only the freshest, top-quality ingredients. “I have a fond childhood memory of sitting in my mom’s backyard eating pomegranate seeds,” Kostepen says. “For this dish, I combine the pomegranate with eggplant, a favorite of the sultans and an ode to my ancestry. The result is a dish packed with flavor and a must-have for the holidays.”
347 NW 24th St., Miami; 305.501.2848; doyarestaurant.com
Doya’s eggplant with strained yogurt and pomegranate
IMAGES COURTESY DOYA; OJO DE AGUA; AMARE RISTORANTE/RUBEN BETANCOURT
Ojo de Agua’s sweet potato and Papantla vanilla salad
Amare Ristorante’s orecchiette Pugliesi
ORECCHIETTE PUGLIESI AMARE RISTORANTE
KEY INGREDIENTS: PASTA, BROCCOLI RABE, OLIVE OIL
SWEET POTATO & PAPANTLA VANILLA SALAD OJO DE AGUA MIAMI
KEY INGREDIENTS: SWEET POTATO, COTTAGE CHEESE, PAPANTLA VANILLA Brickell recently welcomed Ojo de Agua, which offers a fresh take on Mexican cuisine, to its already-buzzing restaurant scene. Founded in 2007 by brothers Jorge and Juan Carlos Estrada, the eatery is already a sensation throughout Mexico, with more than 40 locations. “This sweet potato and vanilla salad recipe blends spicy flavors like salsa macha and creamy cottage cheese or jocoque to create a healthy yet satisfying platter and a timeless starter for the holiday season in Mexico,” says Jorge. “If you’d like to add protein, we recommend pairing it with a baked salmon fillet.” 851 S. Miami Ave., Miami;
ojodeaguamiami.com
Miami Beach’s Amare Ristorante is known for its authentically prepared Southern Italian fare served in a glamorous setting reminiscent of Italy’s Amalfi Coast. “Our orecchiette Pugliesi is quite possibly the most iconic recipe from the Puglia region and is often served at holiday gatherings,” says owner Gino Iovino. “The broccoli rabe almost melts together with the pasta. This is a result of the old Pugliese technique of boiling pasta and vegetables together and then sautéing them in garlic, oil and anchovies. The flavor is so subtle that even people who don't care for anchovies love this dish.” 1 Collins Ave.,
Miami Beach; 305.731.6999; amareristorante.com
TASTE MIAMI
CÔTE DE BOEUF
MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE
KEY INGREDIENTS: BONE-IN RIB-EYE, GARLIC-HERB BUTTER, BALSAMIC-ROASTED SHALLOTS
With 65 locations nationwide, Morton’s The Steakhouse is hailed as the expert in steak preparation—especially during the holiday season. “Big hunks of meat are what the holidays are all about! Who cares about gifts when there’s a centerpiece of perfectly cooked beef on the table?” says Wade Wiestling, Morton’s vice president of culinary development. “Our côte de boeuf is an extra-thick bone-in rib-eye chop with a Frenchtrimmed bone. It can be finished in the oven and served with balsamic-glazed shallots for extra oohs and aahs.” Locations in Coral Gables, North Miami
Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton & West Palm Beach; mortons.com Côte de boeuf from Morton’s The Steakhouse
Latkes from TYO Sushi at The Lincoln Eatery topped with spicy crab mix, tuna tartare and salmon tartare
POTATO LATKES
THE LINCOLN EATERY
KEY INGREDIENTS: POTATOES, ONION, EGGS, FLOUR
CHAUFA AMAZÓNICO PISCO Y NAZCA
KEY INGREDIENTS: BACON, SWEET PLANTAINS, FRIED RICE Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar, which has locations in both Kendall and Doral, is known throughout Miami for its bold flavors, innovative spins on Peruvian classics and rotating seasonal dishes. “Our chaufa Amazónico is a musttry holiday dish,” says Executive Chef Javier Narvaez. “We combine the sweetness of the plantains with the smokiness of the pork and the freshness of our ingredients.” 8551 NW
53rd St., Doral; 786.535.9154 & 8405 Mills Drive, Miami; 305.630.3844; piscoynazca.com
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Stuart Morginstin, owner of three outposts at The Lincoln Eatery, is offering an array of innovative latkes this holiday season. At MED by Marble & Rye, a modern take on a traditional Jewish deli, you’ll find the potato pancakes topped with pastrami or corned beef and drizzled with mustard and sauerkraut. There’s also s’mores latkes with chocolate graham crackers and marshmallows, and a jelly doughnut version with grape jelly and powdered sugar. At TYO Sushi, a kosher Asian concept, latkes are topped with tuna tartare, salmon tartare and spicy crab mix, while at Smoke’d, a kosher barbecue spot, they are topped with pulled beef. “This tried-and-true latke recipe was passed down through generations,” Morginstin says. “You can eat them with traditional toppings like applesauce and sour cream, or modernize them, as we have, with your favorite toppings.” 723 N. Lincoln Lane, Miami
Beach; thelincolneatery.com
IMAGES COURTESY MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE/LANDRY’S; PISCO Y NAZCA/ DANIELA PALLONE; TYO SUSHI
Pisco y Nazca’s chaufa Amazónico
SNAPPER WITH SPICY TOMATO & GREEN BEANS SALA’O CUBAN RESTAURANT & BAR
KEY INGREDIENTS: SNAPPER, FISH STOCK, IDAHO POTATOES, ROASTED PEPPERS Cuban restaurants aren’t exactly rare on Calle Ocho, but Sala’o Cuban Restaurant & Bar stands out among them for its contemporary, soulful menu and nostalgia-evoking decor. The eatery recently introduced an all-new menu, courtesy of its newly appointed Executive Chef Alejandro Porben. “I grew up in a coastal town in Cuba where seafood was easily accessible,” he explains. “It’s common in my culture to have pork for the holidays, but sometimes we preferred to have fresh fish. This is a great dish for those who want something light or prefer seafood instead of the traditional ham or turkey.” 1642 SW Eighth
St., Miami; 305.642.8989; salaorestaurant.com
IMAGES COURTESY SALA’O CUBAN RESTAURANT/@RMSTUDIOCORP; AREA 31/PATRICIA SUERO
Sala’o Cuban Restaurant’s snapper with spicy tomato and green beans
Area 31’s squid-ink tagliatelle ai frutti di mare
SQUID-INK TAGLIATELLE AI FRUTTI DI MARE AREA 31 AT KIMPTON EPIC HOTEL
KEY INGREDIENTS: PASTA, SEAFOOD, WHITE WINE, FRESH TOMATO PURÉE Located on the 16th floor of Kimpton Epic Hotel, Area 31 serves up fresh seafood, produce and meat alongside glittery panoramic views of Biscayne Bay and Downtown Miami. Chef de Cuisine Carlos Ferreiro’s family hails from Galicia, a region in northwest Spain known for its seafood delicacies like pulpo Gallego (Spanish octopus). “Given the richness and availability of Galicia’s natural resources, seafood will always be central to every holiday dinner,” Ferreiro says. “This hearty seafood pasta recipe is one of my favorites, and it’s perfect for a special gathering with family and loved ones.” Kimpton Epic Hotel, 270 Biscayne Blvd. Way, Miami;
305.424.5234; area31restaurant.com
To view the full recipes for these and other local restaurant dishes, visit luxuryguideusa.com/tag/recipes
TASTE BROWARD
Shooters Waterfront’s huevos rancheros with empanadas
HUEVOS RANCHEROS WITH EMPANADAS
SHOOTERS WATERFRONT
KEY INGREDIENTS: MEXICO CHORIZO, BLACK BEANS, EGGS, POTATOES, EMPANADAS
When we say holiday dishes, we typically think of dinnertime fare. But it’s never too early in the day to enjoy a holiday feast. “When we created our huevos rancheros, we sought to combine Old World ingredients with New World techniques—from the handmade pressed empanadas to the chorizo black-bean potato hash topped with sunny-side-up eggs to the cilantro jalapeno creme,” says Chef Brian Cornelius. “Pair it with our bottomless mimosas, sunshine and beautiful waterfront property, and you’ll be in paradise all holiday season long.”
3033 NE 32nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale; 954.566.2855; shooterswaterfront.com
Cafe Martorano’s linguini and clams
CAVIAR DEVILED EGGS PARFAIT ICEBOX CAFE
KEY INGREDIENTS: CAVIAR, HARD-BOILED EGG, GUACAMOLE, CREME FRAICHE
Icebox Cafe has been a culinary staple in Miami Beach for more than two decades. Now, the acclaimed eatery has opened an all-new location in Hallandale Beach just in time for the holiday season. “Holidays are about doing something special, and we strongly believe that traditional American comfort food can be memorable,” says Icebox owner Robert Siegmann. “We’ve added the small luxury element of caviar to an appetizer favorite that can bring a celebratory touch to any menu.” 1855 Purdy Ave., Miami
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LINGUINE & CLAMS
CAFE MARTORANO
KEY INGREDIENTS: LITTLENECK CLAMS, LINGUINE, OLIVE OIL, WHITE WINE, GARLIC When it comes to Italian-American fare, no one does it better than Steve Martorano, whose Cafe Martorano in Fort Lauderdale has been a South Florida staple for the last 30 years. “Linguine and clams changed my whole cooking style—I watched cooks in NYC dropping macaroni into the water and shucking the clams, and I went right home and started cooking,” says Martorano, who also has restaurants in Atlantic City, Las Vegas and (coming soon) Pittsburgh. “Sometimes, the best dish is one of the simplest,” he adds. “My linguine and clams recipe is easy to make at home and is a great addition to a Seven Fish Feast on Christmas Eve.” 3343 E. Oakland Park
Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 954.561.2554; cafemartorano.com
IMAGES COURTESY ICEBOX CAFE; CAFE MARTORANO; SHOOTERS WATERFRONT
Icebox Cafe’s caviar deviled eggs parfait
CEDAR PLANK–ROASTED SALMON SEASONS 52 FORT LAUDERDALE
KEY INGREDIENTS: SALMON FILLET, DIJON MUSTARD, DILL MUSTARD SAUCE Seasons 52 has become a go-to dining spot in cities all over the U.S. for fresh, seasonal fare. “Menu items come and go, but the one dish that is here to stay is our fan-favorite, brick oven–roasted cedar-plank salmon,” says Chef Elvis Bravo, who helms the restaurant chain’s Fort Lauderdale location. “The Norwegian salmon is prepared over cedar wood, which adds a smoked, aromatic flavor. Paired with wine or spirits, the savory entrée completes the holiday meal for festive gatherings of any size.” 2428 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 954.537.1052; seasons52.com
Seasons 52’s cedar plank–roasted salmon
CRAB DOUGHNUTS
RIVERTAIL FORT LAUDERDALE
IMAGES COURTESY RIVERTAIL; SEASONS 52
KEY INGREDIENTS: SPICY CRAB MIX, DOUGHNUT HOLES, HONEY Rivertail, five-time James Beard Award-nominated chef José Mendin’s first Fort Lauderdale restaurant, opened in late 2019. The waterfront space (where the New River meets West Las Olas Boulevard) offers an upbeat dining environment with a menu of seafooddriven plates. “The crab doughnuts are the perfect holiday bite,” Mendin says. “Our brioche doughnuts filled with spicy blue crab salad and topped with hot honey and Old Bay seasoning gives that sweetand-spicy flavor that we all crave this time of the year.” 4 W. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 120, Fort Lauderdale;
Rivertail’s crab doughnuts
954.306.2665; rivertailftl.com
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TASTE PALM BEACH
BONE-IN FILET MIGNON
FLAGLER STEAKHOUSE KEY INGREDIENTS: FILET MIGNON, TRUFFLED LOBSTER MAC & CHEESE, ASPARAGUS Located on the second floor of the Clubhouse at The Breakers Palm Beach, Flagler Steakhouse is a vibrant take on the classic American chophouse. “Pairing this juicy, flavorful steak—a specialty in its own right—with the richness of truffled lobster macaroni and cheese and a side of asparagus creates a sumptuous meal that’s guaranteed to become a family tradition at holiday gatherings,” says The Breakers Executive Chef of Restaurants Anthony Sicignano. “Bone-in filet is a superior cut of steak for those who prefer the tenderness of filet mignon but crave the added flavor that comes with cooking with the bone intact.” 2 S. County Road,
Palm Beach; 561.659.8471; flaglersteakhouse.com
Flagler Steakhouse’s Bone-in filet mignon with truffled lobster macaroni & cheese and asparagus
Café Boulud’s butternut squash risotto
BUTTERNUT SQUASH RISOTTO CAFÉ BOULUD
KEY INGREDIENTS: CHICKEN STOCK, ARBORIO RICE, BROWN BUTTER PURÉE, ROSEMARY MASCARPONE Chef Daniel Boulud is known for his innovative interpretations of traditional French and international cuisine that he infuses into more than a dozen eateries worldwide. The award-winning Café Boulud at the Brazilian Court Hotel lives up to his reputation with a rotating menu of seasonal dishes. “Our butternut squash risotto is the perfect holiday recipe to make at home,” says Executive Sous Chef Anthony DiGregorio. “Its warm, luxurious mouthfeel and seasonal ingredients evoke memories of the season.” Brazilian Court Hotel, 301 Australian Ave.,
Palm Beach; 561.655.6060; cafeboulud.com/palmbeach
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AGNOLOTTI
SCUSI TRATTORIA
KEY INGREDIENTS: VEAL, PROSCIUTTO, BROWN BUTTER, SAGE Chef Laurent Tourondel brings the mouthwatering dishes and casualelegant atmosphere of a coastal Italian town to Scusi Trattoria at PGA Commons. A new addition to the menu, the agnolotti is already a guest favorite: bite-size pillows of dough stuffed with veal and prosciutto, and topped with a savory sauce. “The flavors in this dish are soothing and warm,” says Tourondel. “I remember my grandmother making agnolotti with lemon mascarpone during our Sunday suppers. Scusi’s version is my re-creation of those memories.” 4520 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens;
561.429.6938; scusirestaurants.com
IMAGES COURTESY THE BREAKERS PALM BEACH/LILA PHOTO; CAFÉ BOULUD; SCUSI TRATTORIA
Scusi Trattoria’s agnolotti
PB Catch’s crispy bay scallops with oxtail, apple and spaetzle
CRISPY BAY SCALLOPS WITH OXTAIL, APPLE & SPAETZLE
PB CATCH SEAFOOD + RAW BAR KEY INGREDIENTS: SCALLOPS, OXTAIL, APPLE, SPAETZLE
Sustainability is a top priority at PB Catch Seafood + Raw Bar, hailed as one of Palm Beach’s top seafood restaurants thanks to its innovative menu and expansive raw bar featuring only the freshest locally and responsibly sourced fish. “The apple, spaetzle and braised oxtail give our crispy bay scallops a comfortfood feel that makes it the perfect holiday dish,” says Chef de Cuisine Aaron Black. 251 Sunrise Ave., Palm
IMAGES COURTESY PB CATCH/JORDAN VILONNA; LA GOULUE; PISTACHE/JORDAN VILONNA
Beach; 561.655.5558; pbcatch.com
La Goulue’s turkey roulade stuffed with foie gras
TURKEY ROULADE STUFFED WITH FOIE GRAS LA GOULUE PALM BEACH
KEY INGREDIENTS: TURKEY LEGS, DUCK FOIE GRAS, PORT WINE GLAZE For 40 years, restaurateur Jean Denoyer’s legendary French bistro La Goulue has been a staple for NYC’s Upper East Siders, who seek out its signature cuisine and inviting atmosphere. The new Palm Beach location, with its banquette seating, large French doors and classic La Goulue menu items, promises to attract its own set of loyal clientele. “My grandmother and mother would always make turkey roulade during the holiday season,” says Executive Chef Gwenaël Le Pape, who is no stranger to La Goulue, having worked at the NYC location back in the early 1990s. “My grandma loved to add chestnuts to it as a treat.” 288 S. County Road, Palm Beach;
561.284.6292; lagouluepb.com
BOEUF BOURGUIGNON
PISTACHE WEST PALM BEACH KEY INGREDIENTS: BEEF SHORT RIBS, BURGUNDY WINE, VEAL STOCK, BUTTON MUSHROOMS
Downtown West Palm Beach’s beloved Pistache is a classic French eatery offering casual fare in a sophisticated, upbeat setting. “Our boeuf bourguignon has a deep rich flavor from the slow cooking and the reduction of the sauce,” says Chef de Cuisine Isaac Cerny. “The beef is incredibly tender, and the vegetables add a contrast of freshness. It reminds me of my grandmother's pot roast—only much better!” 101 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach;
561.833.5090; pistachewpb.com Pistache’s beef Bourguignon
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HOLIDAY-INSPIRED
COCKTAILS
Because no holiday celebration is complete without a corresponding libation, we tapped some local hot spots to share their favorite drinks of the season. For the full recipes for these and other cocktails, visit luxuryguideusa.com/tag/recipes.
Seawell Fish N’ Oyster’s Berry Joyous cocktail
The Ritz-Carlton, Bal Harbour’s White Christmas Martini
BERRY JOYOUS
WHITE CHRISTMAS MARTINI
KEY INGREDIENTS: FORDS GIN, DOMAINE DE CANTON, CRÈME DE MURE
KEY INGREDIENTS: VANILLA VODKA, WHITE CHOCOLATE LIQUEUR, CARAMEL CHOCOLATE LIQUEUR, CREAM
“We love to use seasonal fruits and spices in our cocktails to mark the holidays. The magic of the drink is between the ginger liqueur and the floral notes of gin. This, along with tangy berries and warmth from the cinnamon, gets us ready for a joyous holiday season.” — Jennifer Arcila, R&B Supervisor, Kimpton Angler’s Hotel South Beach
Kimpton Angler’s Hotel South Beach, 660 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; 305.534.9600; seawellmiami.com; anglershotelmiami.com
THE RITZ-CARLTON, BAL HARBOUR “There is no better time than the holidays to indulge, and what’s more indulgent than our dessert-in-a-glass white chocolate martini? Alongside views of the water surrounding the resort, the rich flavors of this decadent cocktail help celebrate the holidays in beautiful Bal Harbour.” — Joseph Fisher, Hotel Manager, The Ritz-Carlton, Bal Harbour
10295 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour; 305.455.5400; ritzcarlton.com/balharbour
AKA SOUR
OSAKA COCINA NIKKEI
KEY INGREDIENTS: 1615 PISCO ACHOLADO, LIME JUICE, CARDAMOM SYRUP “We took this traditional cocktail and gave it an Osaka twist, elevating it into an experience of its own. The AKA Sour transforms with every sip—changing not only in its color from a green to an intense burgundy, but also in its flavor profiles. The ice cube combines chicha morada and a red wine blend. Then we shake quebranta pisco sour into a handmade stone shaker and pour it tableside.” — Joshua Lopez, Mixologist, Osaka Cocina Nikkei
Osaka’s AKA Sour
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1300 Brickell Bay Drive, Miami; 786.627.4800; osakanikkei.com
IMAGES COURTESY KIMPTON ANGLER’S SOUTH BEACH; THE RITZ-CARLTON, BAL HARBOUR; OSAKA
SEAWELL FISH N’ OYSTER
Bachour’s Coquito
Sugar’s Oh, You Fancy Huh cocktail
COQUITO
OH, YOU FANCY HUH
KEY INGREDIENTS: MILK, CREAM OF COCONUT, WHITE RUM
KEY INGREDIENTS: RÉMY MARTIN, POMEGRANATE JUICE, ST-GERMAIN ELDERFLOWER, LEMON JUICE, CHAMPAGNE
BACHOUR RESTAURANT & BAR
SUGAR AT EAST MIAMI
“The coquito, sometimes called Puerto Rican eggnog, is a traditional drink in my native Puerto Rico that signals the start of the holiday season. At Bachour, we have one nonalcoholic version and one ‘clarified’ version, which is a modern interpretation of the classic.” — Antonio Bachour, Owner, Bachour Restaurant & Bar
2020 Salzedo St., Coral Gables; 305.203.0552 & 8405 NW 53rd St., Doral; 786.577.3232; antoniobachour.com
“Our twist on this classic Champagne cocktail plays off the combination of summer and winter flavors, with elderflower blending with pomegranate and the spicy notes of cognac to make it a true Miami holiday drink. The flavors shine through even more when paired with Sugar’s Asian-inspired tapas.” — Danilo Dacha, Bartender, Sugar
788 Brickell Plaza, Miami: 786.805.4655; easthotels.com/miami
IMAGES COURTESY SLS BRICKELL; THE SETAI/MICHAEL PISARRI; BACHOUR; EAST M
The Setai’s Rose Martini
Saam Lounge’s Uncle SAAM Eggnog
ROSE MARTINI
UNCLE SAAM EGGNOG
KEY INGREDIENTS: ROSE SYRUP, SAKE, PEACH-INFUSED VODKA, CHAMPAGNE
KEY INGREDIENTS: BOURBON, SPICED RUM, EGGS, SUGAR, WHOLE MILK, HEAVY CREAM, NUTMEG
THE SETAI, MIAMI BEACH
“The Rose Martini, inspired by the roses found in the hotel’s lobby and throughout the property, is offered annually at The Setai during the holiday season. The sake- and Champagne-based drink pairs well with Jaya’s Pan-Asian cuisine, as well as Ocean Grill’s new Italianinspired dinner menu.” — Julien Labays, Food & Beverage Director, The Setai, Miami Beach
2001 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 855.923.7899; thesetaihotel.com
SAAM LOUNGE AT SLS BRICKELL “Our Uncle SAAM Eggnog tastes like melted ice cream in a glass. Crafted with bourbon, spiced rum, heavy cream, milk, sugar and eggs, it truly hugs your throat as you drink it.” — Sami Kohen, Complex Director of Food & Beverage, SLS Brickell
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Lola 41’s Winter White Sangria
Merry Cranberry cocktail from Henry’s Palm Beach
MERRY CRANBERRY
WINTER WHITE SANGRIA
KEY INGREDIENTS: BULLEIT RYE WHISKEY, CRANBERRY SAUCE, CRANBERRY JUICE
KEY INGREDIENTS: ROTHMAN & WINTER ORCHARD PEAR, BOSC PEAR,
“This delicious and festive libation—with deep reds from the cranberries and green from the mint— looks (and tastes) very much like Christmas. The warm flavor of cinnamon is reminiscent of the holidays as well.” — Carter Phillips, Restaurant Manager, Henry’s Palm Beach
Via Flagler by The Breakers, 229 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach; 561.206.1896; henryspalmbeach.com
Lionfish’s Barefoot in Mexico cocktail
LOLA 41 PALM BEACH DEMERARA BROWN SUGAR, GINGER
“We love this simple yet elegant sangria recipe for the holidays. It’s light and refreshing, and by adding Bosc pear, you taste the seasonality of the drink with its subtle flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg.” — Kerri Power, General Manager, Lola 41
290 Sunset Ave., Palm Beach; 561.599.5652; lola41.com
BAREFOOT IN MEXICO
LIONFISH DELRAY BEACH
KEY INGREDIENTS: ILEGAL MEZCAL JOVEN, HONEY SYRUP, WALNUT BITTERS
“This cocktail is inspired by a classic Old-Fashioned, blended with seasonal flavors and the clean, smoky profile of one of the world’s best mezcals. It embodies all the flavors of the holidays and pairs well with our cobia, lamb chops, and king oyster hot rocks. My house syrup smells so good that I would make it into a holiday candle if I could!” — Dave Weisberg, Bartender, Lionfish
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IMAGES COURTESY THE BREAKERS PALM BEACH; LOLA 41; LIONFISH/SCOTT DIEL
HENRY’S PALM BEACH
The Parched Pig’s Jamaican Christmas cocktail
JAMAICAN CHRISTMAS
CHRISTMAPOLITAN
KEY INGREDIENTS: BLACKWELL RUM, ST. ELIZABETH ALLSPICE DRAM, LIME
JUICE, PINEAPPLE JUICE, CINNAMON SYRUP
KEY INGREDIENTS: VODKA, SPICED CRANBERRY SAUCE, ELDERFLOWER, DRY VERMOUTH, LIME JUICE, ROSEMARY, ABSINTHE MIST
“This is the perfect craft cocktail to enjoy while celebrating Christmas in South Florida! Dark rum, pineapple and the many spices delivered from the allspice liqueur will have you imagining Santa on a surfboard.” — Katy Galluccio, Mixologist, The Parched Pig
“The Christmapolitan has become one of Miracle’s cornerstone cocktails and is the only drink that’s continuously been on the menu since 2014. Drinking one is like that first hug as you arrive home for holiday dinner: warm, familiar and delicious.” — Joann Spiegel, General Manager, Miracle
4580 Donald Ross Road, Palm Beach Gardens; 561.360.3063; thecoolpig.com
Pop-up through Dec. 26 at Death or Glory; 116 NE Sixth Ave., Delray Beach; 561.808.8814; miraclepopup.com
THE PARCHED PIG
1000 North’s Gingerbread Martini
IMAGES COURTESY THE PARCHED PIG/A.SPIRITED.NATURE; MIRACLE/MELISSA HOM; 1000 NORTH; TOMMY BAHAMA
Miracle Pop-Up’s Christmapolitan
MIRACLE IN DELRAY BEACH POP-UP
Tommy Bahama Huladays cocktail
HULADAYS COCKTAIL
TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR
GINGERBREAD MARTINI 1000 NORTH
KEY INGREDIENTS: WHEATLEY VODKA, BAILEYS IRISH CREAM, KAHLÚA “Nothing says the holidays like the smell of homemade gingerbread cookies. 1000 North treats all your senses by combining the scent, taste and visual appeal of gingerbread into a drinkable delight.” — Todd Juckett, Lead Bartender, 1000 North
1000 N. U.S. Highway 1, Jupiter; 561.570.1000; 1000north.com
KEY INGREDIENTS: TOMMY BAHAMA RUM, CRANBERRY GINGER SYRUP, LEMON JUICE, PROSECCO “Our Huladays cocktail features flavors we all crave during the holidays. Our housemade ginger syrup infused with cranberries is the perfect accent for the light notes of vanilla and wood in Tommy Bahama rum.” — Rob Aspaas, Regional Manager of Restaurants & Cocktail Director, Tommy Bahama
740 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 954.635.2034 & 150 N. N Point Drive, Dania Beach; 954.635.2048; tommybahama.com LUXURY GUIDE
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LIVE, LOVE, GIVE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON A COOKBOOK IS THE ULTIMATE GIFT OF HEALTH AND HEALING
Created with the desire to encourage healthy eating surrounded by those you care about the most, Cooking Up A Fresh Start – The Baptist Health Way brings you recipes that are nutritious, delicious and easy to make while helping families connect the importance of good nutrition and better health. This holiday season, while supplies last Baptist Health will send a copy of this healthy eating cookbook ($30 value) to a family member, friend or loved one for a donation of $100 or more to Baptist Health Foundation. All donations will benefit the COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund in support of local health care heroes and their continuous efforts in caring for our community. To make your donation, visit: BaptistHealth.net/FreshStart Only one book can be requested at a time through the online donation page. For multiple requests, contact Baptist Health Foundation at 786.467.5400 or Giving@BaptistHealth.net.
WYNWOOD’S AUTHENTIC MEXICAN EXPERIENCE
Located in the heart of Wynwood, Bakan transports guests to Mexico with its earthy, artsy and modern space. The 6,972-square-foot indoor and outdoor restaurant offers a variety of authentic regional dishes and extensive mezcal and tequila offerings. Every inch of the space conveys a warm environment to enjoy a true Mexican experience, from the openview kitchen (allowing guests to witness the art of handcrafted tortilla-making) to the fourtier glass case filled with more than 500 mezcals and tequilas. Bakan is open daily for lunch and dinner and recently launched new menu items.
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2801 NW 2nd Ave., Miami; 305.396.7080; bakanwynwood.com @bakanwynwood @bakan
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DESIGN SOLUTIONS TO LIVE, WORK AND PLAY AT HOME BY ROBIN HODES
During these times, it’s more important than ever that your home be multifunctional. Perhaps no one understands this better than award-winning interior designer Katia Bates, creative director of Innovative Creations Interior Design. “The home has become the hub of everything,” she says. “This is an opportunity to reimagine and reinvent.” With experience handling high-end projects throughout the U.S., the Caribbean and Europe—from estate homes to penthouse condominiums to yacht refits—Innovative Creations is known for delivering outstanding, original luxury projects on time, on budget and on another level of creativity and refinement. From imagination to installation, they work directly with clients, architects and home builders at every phase of the design process. “If your goal is to create a space that will provide a comfortable and enjoyable living experience but also adequate space for working, exercising, entertaining and even
InnovativeCreationsUSA.com katia@innovativecreationsusa.com Direct: 954.646.0947
yachting from your own dock, we are ready to provide new ideas for your interior design and layout,” Bates adds. In fact, the team at Innovative Creation is already hard at work implementing new features such as private his-and-hers home offices, home fitness studios, larger living and family rooms that incorporate multiple seating and gathering areas, and more expansive outdoor spaces for dining and leisure. They are equipped to guide you step-by-step to your perfect design needs, whether it’s an addition, a remodel or new construction, and are prepared and excited to suggest fresh ideas for existing and future luxury clientele. Always the picture of positivity, Bates’ outlook is optimistic: “A crisis brings awareness, and that awareness paves the way for change,” she says. “If that change results in a more beautiful and functional home that families can enjoy for many years to come, then it’s a change for the better.”
Call 954.646.0947 to schedule your design consultation today.
1437 NE 4th Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 @innovative__creations @innovativecreationsinteriordesign PROMOTION
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THE HEART ART OF GIVING
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HEART OF GIVING
Karel Foti & Rick Weider
Dawn McCullough
At Luxury Guide, we are always looking for ways we can help those in need. (After all, our motto is “The greatest luxury of all is the ability to give back”). With a majority of Miami Art Week events canceled this year, we specifically wanted to give back to artists. One of our loyal readers, Frank A. Aguilar, came up with the idea of sponsoring a feature about his favorite artist, Pablo Carreño, in our publication. Thus, the HeART of Giving was born. We’d like to thank the following individuals and organizations who participated in the program. A portion of all donations will go to Artist Relief, a nonprofit that is supporting artists during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre ABOUT ARTIST RELIEF
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The Suskind-Ripple Group at UBS Financial Services, Inc.
A tist Relief is an initiative organized by the Artist Academy of American Poets Poets, Artadia, Creative Capital apital, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, MAP AP Fund Fund, National YoungArts Foundation and United States Artists Artists. It was launched to provide an economic lifeline to artists during these unprecedented precedented times. To date, the fund has raised more than $20 million, with plans to redistribute all donations made to artists in need by the end of 2020. For more information, visit artistrelief.org.
GET INVOLVED!
Although Artist Relief will not be accepting additional donations after 2020, Luxury Guide will be continuing our HeART of Giving Back program with the goal of supporting other cultural organizations and nonprofits who need help. To learn more about how you can participate contact info@luxuryguideusa.com.
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el hijo de anamaria @PabloCarrenoArt
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ablo Carreño defines himself as an innate artist. This Cuban-born master, who emigrated to New York in 1962, is extremely dedicated to his work, even stating in his famous quote that his favorite food is “scrambled acrylics with an oil and turpentine sauce and a dash of watercolors à la charcoal.” The works of this universal artist include murals, watercolors, pen and ink, oil paintings and portraits and combine a diversity of styles and forms with intense, vibrant colors. His art has been exhibited in numerous solo and collective shows and can be found in many prominent galleries throughout the world. Carreño is also highly respected by his peers, prominent personalities and collectors worldwide. He has been praised by many, including Peter T. Tunney, who said, “Pablo is a ‘true artist,’ pure in his abilities and intensely impassioned about the magical place we all exist in. His goal is singular, to achieve a higher ART ... He is consumed by this driving force and has become so in tune, his paintings actually run from his soul and heart, through his fingers and onto his canvas ... What an incredible luxury to see and feel the most talented of artists progressing into this unknown region.” What made you decide to become an artist? How did you get started? I started painting as a 3-year-old and never stopped! My artistic talent developed in me at an early age in a total and absolute way.
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Who or what would you say is your greatest inspiration? I am no one’s pupil. I never had any teachers or followed any artistic pattern. My natural and intrinsic inclinations have always been geared to total freedom in my paintings. What’s your favorite work of art? Every one of my works is my favorite. They are all unique because each carries a piece of who I am.
pablocarrenoart.com SPONSORED BY FRANK A. AGUILAR “Pablo paints with a brilliantly open mind. I admire his work. Some paintings whisper, some paintings speak, but Pablo’s paintings scream!”
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NOEL SUAREZ
CUBAN ARTIST, FIGURATIVE CUBISM @NoelSuarezArt
Noel Suarez with “Pop Reflections I,” oil and metallic acrylics on canvas
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uban-born Noel Suarez is the embodiment of the passion and talent required by all great artists. He is recognized as one of the few artists whose careers are reflected in Miami’s ascendency to the world cultural stage. His style is an amalgam of structure and dreams, reality and mythology and the sensual and the divine. Collectively, the tapestry of his work creates a uniqueness that is characteristic of true artistic masters. What made you decide to become an artist? How did you get started? I come from a family of artists: My mother was a dancer, and my father was a photographer and painter. Not only was I blessed to have both talents but also to have careers in both. My need to create is a part of my reason for being. From a very early age, expressing myself through movement and drawing was a strong need that made me understand that this was my destiny.
“Siluetas VI,” 2017; mixed media on Arches
“Siluetas I – Variation I,” 2017; mixed media on Arches
What sets your work apart? Movement and theatrical elements, which come out unconsciously, have always been distinguishing factors of my work. The movement captures viewers’ attention and takes them into my world. Who or what are your biggest influences? I can go on forever on this subject! Who influences me? Italian classical masters such as Caravaggio, Raphael, Titian and Bellini; modern masters, starting with my muse, Tamara de Lempicka, followed by her teacher, André Lhote, and others from the cubism movement such as Braque, Picasso, Duchamp and Juan Gris; and Cuban masters such as Cundo Bermúdez, René Portocarrero, Mariano Rodriguez, Amelia Peláez and Servando Cabrera Moreno. From all these influences, I found my own contemporary identity and artistic expression. What influences me? Life is a great source of inspiration, as is traveling, which I do often. My background as a ballet dancer and a set and costume designer also allows me to create my own characters, my own plays and my own moments.
“Secessions II,” 2018; oil and metallic acrylics on canvas
“The Dancer II” bronze sculpture; 33" h with 12" onyx base b
What’s your favorite work of art? It is impossible for me to answer that question! I can’t just select one painting or sculpture from the hundreds that I love. What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given? ”If the passion is not in it, it’s not going to happen,” which is totally true. No matter what type of job or career you have (but especially in the arts), passion needs to be present. It is what drives you to the very end and achieve the impossible—even if you are not getting paid.
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“Secessions V,” 2018; oil and metallic acrylics on canvas
“Secessions VII,” 2018; oil and metallic acrylics on canvas
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MY NEED TO CREATE IS PART OF MY REASON FOR BEING. FROM A VERY EARLY AGE, EXPRESSING MYSELF THROUGH MOVEMENT AND DRAWING WAS A STRONG NEED THAT MADE ME UNDERSTAND THAT THIS WAS MY DESTINY.
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— Noel Suarez
“La Madonna Di Santorini,” 2020; mixed media on Arches
“Mujeres & Vitrales II,” 2019; oil and metallic acrylics on canvas
“Urban Metamorphosis,” 2020; mixed media on Arches
“Mujeres & Vitrales I,” 2019; mixed media on Arches
THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING COLLECTORS WHO HAVE SPONSORED THEIR ARTIST OF CHOICE MJ HAUGAARD-LIPPERT “Meeting Noel on an Oceania cruise renewed my interest in art, which began when I received a ribbon for my fish drawing in grade school. I was amazed by his talent, dedication and the unique detail displayed in his work. Supporting Artist Relief also gives me great satisfaction and gratitude.” MARLENE & ARTHUR GREENBERG “Noel is a dedicated, creative and passionate artist. We feel his energy both when he is creating his art and when he talks about it. He is indeed very special.” RALPH & LINDA PALADINO “I admire Noel because he was able to transfer his talent as a ballet dancer to become a skilled artist.” ANONYMOUS COLLECTOR “I had an instant connection with Noel’s work. I needed his paintings in my life.” “Lost in Motion II,” 2017; mixed media on Arches
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Palm Beach Light exhibition at The Ben West Palm
Bruce Helander’s “Sail On Sailors,” 2020; vintage paper collage on board, 13" x 8"
THE STUDIO AT THE BEN WEST PALM
THE BEN WEST PALM 251 N. Narcissus Ave., West Palm Beach 561.655.4001 thebenwestpalm.com @thebenwestpalm
The Ben, Autograph Collection Hotel has partnered with Paul Fisher Gallery to present the Artist-in-Residence Series, a rotating exhibition in the hotel’s lobby-floor studio space featuring renowned artists with a connection to southeast Florida. Currently, the studio is showcasing the works of world-renowned abstract artist Reid Stowe and celebrated collage artist Bruce Helander. Additional exhibitions will be rotated in throughout 2021. All paintings are for sale through Paul Fisher Gallery.
Artist: Benjamín Hierro
Artist: Noel Suarez
Artist: Marcella Novotny
TOROSIETE MUSEUM
The TOROSIETE Museum of Contemporary Art is an online virtual museum that features 3D interactive virtual exhibitions of over 30 contemporary artists in multiple mediums representing more than 12 countries. Log in to experience and explore from anywhere on any device and shop the museum gallery store for original works, limited-edition handsigned prints, books and more. The website’s 3D virtual and interactive exhibitions and video documentaries allow you to get up close to the works and discover all of the artists and their works in the privacy of your own home and space. PROMOTION
THE TOROSIETE MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART 888.352.9077 torosiete.museum @torosiete
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Zaha Hadid’s permanent installation, “Elastika,” at The Moore Building in the Miami Design District, home to Design Miami/ 2020
PHOTO BY ROBIN HILL
ART PREVAILS
Art has a way of bringing light into our darkest moments. And with everything that has happened this year, couldn’t we all use that right now? You won’t see the usual tents popping up, and your social calendar won’t be full of back-to-back events, but there is still plenty of art to see, enjoy, ponder, experience and buy this winter. Many fairs are offering impactful virtual exhibitions, while others are set to open their doors and safely welcome in visitors. And, past the first week of December, South Florida’s art scene will continue pushing through the weeds and blossoming with an assortment of cultural events. From Miami to Palm Beach, we’ve compiled a list of art happenings worth exploring. BY CHRISTIE GALEANO-DEMOTT LUXURY GUIDE
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THE NEW ART WEEK
Miami might not have its usual inundation of art fairs, events or parties this December, but there are still plenty of worthwhile activities taking place. Here are just a handful of options.
Nov. 27–Dec. 6 DESIGN MIAMI/ As one of the only major fairs to have a physical presence this year, Design Miami/ has partnered with the Miami Design District for a series of exhibitions, activations and events. The centerpiece of the fair will be the debut of Podium inside the Moore Building, which will feature curated exhibitions by design galleries and artist studios. Expect to see 19th century Navajo textiles and other earlier works alongside contemporary designs by Roberto Lugo, Wendell Castell, the Haas Brothers and more. 191 NE 40th St., Miami; designmiami.com
Brazilian furniture company Artefacto recently asked 50 local artists and designers to create their own versions of its popular Tappo stool. During the first week of December, the stools will be put up for auction online, with all proceeds going to the Arts in Medicine program at Baptist Health’s Miami Cancer Institute. The stools will also be on display at Artefacto’s Aventura showroom. 17651 Biscayne
Blvd., Aventura; 305.931.9484; artefacto.com Dec. 3-17 AIDAN MARAK: ART IS NEVER CANCELED
Moroccan-born, Miami-based artist Nadia Karam (who goes by the alias Aidan Marak) is known for her large-scale paintings and collages that often layer original poetry and newsprint with female and abstract forms. In her upcoming show at Midtown’s Loft 235, she plays with themes of capitalism, religious conservatism and standards of beauty. The show and its title are small acts of defiance in the face of this year’s international art fair cancellations, as much of the work presented was created during quarantine. 235 NE 29th St.,
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Aidan Marak’s “ISFRA (Poems in Berber)”, 2020; acrylic on canvas, 65" x 74" (Art Is Never Canceled)
Dec. 4–Jan. 25 LOUIS VUITTON MEN’S TEMPORARY RESIDENCY
The Miami Design District has partnered with Louis Vuitton to present the luxury brand’s first-of-its-kind residency inspired by Virgil Abloh’s spring-summer 2021 men’s collection. Visitors will be immersed in the installation, which will have a custom augmented reality component following a colorful crew of animated characters hiding as stowaways in LV cargo containers. The residency will also unveil other new collections, including Louis Vuitton LV2, the LV x NBA Collection and the worldwide debut of the second LV2054 Capsule Collection. Jungle Plaza, 3801 NE
Tappo stool designed by Pedro Ernesto Gualberto and Leandro Castro for Artefacto’s 2019 Tappo Arts project in Brazil; the Miami activation for Baptist Health will feature a new set of designers.
First Ave., Miami; louisvuitton.com Dec. 5–Jan. 5 DIGITAL ART MONTH
After its successful launch in New York in October, the Contemporary and Digital Art Fair (CADAF) will present Digital Art Month Miami, a series of augmented reality exhibitions around Wynwood, blending the in-person and virtual worlds. More than 70 pieces will be available on an interactive map that can be activated on viewers’ phones. cadaf.art
Wendell Castell’s “In God We Trust,” 1964 (Design Miami/); courtesy Friedman Benda
IMAGES COURTESY AIDAN MARAK; ARTEFACTO; DESIGN MIAMI/FRIEDMAN BENDA/PHOTO BY KATE VOGEL
Nov. 30–Dec. 6 ARTEFACTO + BAPTIST HEALTH ONLINE AUCTION
Miami Art Week’s top fairs go digital for 2020. ART BASEL – OVR: MIAMI BEACH
OVR will mirror Art Basel with five sectors—Galleries, Edition, Nova, Positions and Survey—accompanied by a program of online events, including artist talks and virtual gallery tours. Dec. 2-4 (VIP Preview),
Dec. 4-6 (Public); artbasel.com/ovr
ART MIAMI – MIAMI ART CITY
The Art Miami tents will be transformed into the Miami Art City Online Acquisition Rooms, where attendees can view art while gaining perspectives on the stories behind each piece. Dec. 1-6; artmiami.com
SCOPE IMMERSIVE MIAMI BEACH | PART 2 Sandra Cinto’s “Untitled,” 2020; acrylic on canvas, 75 x 100 x 3 cm (OVR: Miami Beach); courtesy the artist and Tanya Bonakdar Gallery, New York / Los Angeles
SCOPE’s digital edition will showcase works from 35 exhibitors from the new contemporary genre, recognized for its contribution to global politics and community engagement. Dec. 1-6; scope-art.com
UNTITLED, ART MIAMI BEACH
This contemporary art fair will include a mix of digital events and online programming, complete with a floor plan and booths that imitate in-person galleries with furniture to show scale. Dec. 1-6; untitledartfairs.com
IMAGES COURTESY THE ARTISTS; ART BASEL/TANYA BONAKDAR GALLERY; SCOPE/MORTAL MACHINE GALLERY; ART BEAT MIAMI; PRIZM ART FAIR
NADA MIAMI
The New Art Dealers Alliance will include virtual sectors and a series of artist conversations and performances. Works will be online, but visitors can schedule in-person appointments to view nearby gallery presentations. Dec. 1-5; newartdealers.org
ART NOW FAIR VIRTUAL
Using a combination of virtual platforms, including Instagram and Facebook, Art Now aims to connect collectors and enthusiasts with galleries and their artists. Dec. 1-6; artnowfair.com
PRIZM ART FAIR Hydeon’s “The Celebrations of Life,” 2020; acrylic and gouache on canvas, 84" x 60" (SCOPE Immersive Miami Beach | Part 2); courtesy Mortal Machine Gallery
PRIZM’s virtual fair, entitled Noir, Noir: Meditations on African Cinema and Its Influence on Visual Art, will exhibit more than 40 artists from Africa and the African diaspora, as well as emerging Miami artists.Dec. 1-21;
prizmartfair.com
ART BEAT MIAMI
Presented by the Little Haiti Optimist Foundation and Welcome to Little Haiti, Art Beat Miami will feature 40 visual artists and daily programming of signature virtual events. Dec. 2-6; artbeatmiami.com
PINTA MIAMI LIVE
Known for highlighting modern and contemporary Latin American art, Pinta will host its online edition with galleries from all seven continents. Dec. 2-15; pinta.art
CASACOR MIAMI
The comprehensive interior design, architecture and landscape design exhibition returns in its fourth year with a social media activation (@CasacorMiami) focusing on the “new way of living,” based on the Casacor “Janelas” global project. Dec. 7-21;
casacormiami.com
Ted Zamy Dorvil’s “Joyful Dance,” 2020; acrylic on canvas, 30" x 40" (Art Beat Miami)
Aramis O’Reilly’s, “Quarantined Invisible Man No. 3,” 2020; digital medium on paper (PRIZM Art Fair)
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THE SHOWS MUST GO ON
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Installation view of Raúl de Nieves: Eternal Return and the Obsidian Heart at MOCA North Miami; photo by Michael Lopez with Zachary Balber Photography
MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS
Miami’s beloved arts institutions have reopened their doors with a series of new exhibitions that celebrate both local and international artists while addressing some of today’s most pressing cultural and sociopolitical issues.
2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 305.673.7530; thebass.org
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THE WILLFULNESS OF OBJECTS This exhibition at The Bass celebrates artists who incorporate everyday found, altered, recycled or transformed objects into their work to dive into different aspects of history, human nature, social issues and the environment.
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OPEN STORAGE Bridging the gap in time, this exhibit showcases contemporary art in various mediums alongside works from the 16th and 19th centuries. It addresses themes that have pervaded art for hundreds of years, such as identity and the “divine feminine.”
Through Jan. 3
MICKALENE THOMAS: BETTER NIGHTS Inspired by fundraising parties hosted by the artist’s mother during the 1970s and ’80s, this immersive exhibition has reconstructed the museum’s galleries according to the period’s domestic aesthetic, including faux wood paneling, wallpaper and furniture with the artist’s signature textiles and mirrors. 56
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MOCA NORTH MIAMI
770 NE 125th St., North Miami; 305.893.6211; mocanomi.org
Through March 21
RAÚL DE NIEVES: ETERNAL RETURN AND THE OBSIDIAN HEART The Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami presents the most comprehensive survey of works by Mexican artist Raúl de Nieves to date. Among the elaborate installations are a lifesize carousel, an impressive “stained-glass” installation, and numerous anthropomorphic sculptures made of beads and other unique materials. Through these works, the artist investigates notions of beauty and the balance of spiritual ideals with material consumer culture.
MUSEUM OF GRAFFITI 299 NW 25th St., Miami; 786.580.4678; museumofgraffiti.com
Dec. 4–Jan. 31
LA II In his first solo exhibit in South Florida, Angel Ortiz (aka LA II) will showcase his new vibrant street art. The legendary New York graffiti artist is best known for providing the lettering style and embellishments used in many of Keith Haring’s paintings from the 1980s.
Wendy Red Star’s “Apsáalooke Feminist #4,” 2016; photograph, 42" x 55" (House to House at Frost Art Museum); courtesy the artist
FROST ART MUSEUM FIU
10975 SW 17th St., Miami; 305.348.2890; frost.fiu.edu
Through Dec. 13
OTROS LADOS: ITZEL BASUALDO, HUGO CROSTHWAITE & JUDITHE HERNÁNDEZ Inspired by the novel A Dream Called Home by Reyna Grande, this exhibition is a journey of Mexican and Mexican American experiences through the eyes of three generations of artists.
Through Jan. 3
HOUSE TO HOUSE: WOMEN, POLITICS AND PLACE With a focus on women’s struggles and triumphs over the last century, this multimedia exhibition dives into two metaphorical houses: the private, domestic space and the public, political space.
IMAGES COURTESY MOCA/MICHAEL LOPEZ/ZACHARY BALBER PHOTOGRAPHY; OTHER, FROST ART MUSEUM
THE BASS MUSEUM OF ART
MIAMI MUSEUMS
Installation view of Open Storage at The Bass
IMAGES COURTESY THE BASS/ZACHARY BALBER; ICA/ZACHARY BALBER; PAMM/STEVENSON & YANCEY RICHARDSON GALLERIES; MOAD/JTT; MUSEUM OF GRAFFITI
LA II’s “Untitled,” 2008 (Museum of Graffiti)
Juliana Huxtable’s “Lil’ Marvel,” 2015; color inkjet print, ed. AP of 3 (The Body Electric at MOAD); courtesy the artist and JTT, New York
Installation view of Tomás Esson: The GOAT at ICA Miami
ICA MIAMI
MUSEUM OF ART & DESIGN
61 NE 41st St., Miami; 305.901.5272; icamiami.org
Miami Dade College, 600 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305.237.7700; mdcmoad.org
Through Jan. 17
ALLAN MCCOLLUM: WORKS SINCE 1969 The first U.S. museum retrospective for artist Allan McCollum spans his 50-plus-year career. Some of his earlier works, such as “Surrogate Paintings” and “Construction Paintings,” will be exhibited for the first time in decades.
Through May 30
Through May 2
THE WOLFSONIAN–FIU
THE BODY ELECTRIC This MOAD exhibit examines our relationship with technology over the last 50 years and how it dominates our interactions with the world, our bodies and each other.
TOMÁS ESSON: THE GOAT In 1988, Tomás Esson’s first exhibition in Havana was censored and closed by authorities, an event that led to his continued creation of politically charged art. His 30-year oeuvre is on display at the Institute of Contemporary Art alongside a new site-specific mural.
1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; 305.531.1001; wolfsonian.org
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PÉREZ ART MUSEUM MIAMI
1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305.375.3000; pamm.org
Zanele Muholi’s “Faniswa, Seapoint, Cape Town,” 2018; wallpaper, 137.8" (PAMM – Allied With Power); courtesy the artist, Stevenson, Cape Town/Johannesburg and Yancey Richardson, New York
Through Summer 2021
Through Summer 2021
MY BODY, MY RULES This exhibit features 20 female artists who examine the mainstream portrayal of women, confronting the stereotypes, violence, limitations and ideals imposed on the disputed image of the female body.
ALLIED WITH POWER This exhibition at PAMM highlights 40 pieces by international African and African diaspora while exploring themes such as politics, spirituality and race. The works are among Jorge and Darlene Pérez’s latest gifts to the museum’s collection.
THE NEW DEAL: ART RELIEF After the Great Depression, a relief program called the Works Progress Administration was created to restart the arts. This exhibit displays pieces created during that time of recovery.
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ART FOR JUSTICE A Scottsboro, Alabama, case made national news in 1931 when nine Black boys were falsely accused of rape, and the Communist Party USA not only defended them but also helped to organize protests against white supremacy. This exhibit offers a glimpse into that moment. LUXURY GUIDE
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SUPERFLEX’s “Like a Force of Nature,” 2020; ceramic tiles; on the exterior of ARCA Wynwood
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ART IS EVERYWHERE
In Miami, you can experience art without ever stepping foot indoors. Below are some newer outdoor works to be on the lookout for.
WYNWOOD SAY THEIR NAMES: A PUBLIC MEMORIAL PROJECT There is no shortage of murals in Wynwood, but Bakehouse Art Complex’s latest public art mural by artist Chire Regans (aka VantaBlack) is particularly timely. In honor of victims of hate crimes, as well as gun, police, gender and domestic violence, more than 250 names have been painted on the western facade of the building. The exhibition is one of five solo projects BAC is debuting this season, all from Miami-based female artists. Through March
MIAMI DESIGN DISTRICT CONSCIOUS ACTIONS Every winter, the Miami Design District commissions a creative firm to redefine the neighborhood via a public installation. (In 2019, it was Fernando Laposse’s Pink Beasts.) For 2020, the district awarded the project hl d Great Things h l to Chilean studio to People d its proposed d installation ll C (gt2P) and Conscious A s,, a series off interactive, architectural Actions, Actions l d d devices. d playground-inspired Visitors can h device d h h physical h l and d activate each through f natural forces, evoking a sense off f carefree childhood while l reminding d h h also them that k every action taken ff affects our i environment d communities. and
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31; 561 NW 32nd St., Miami; bacfl.org
LIKE A FORCE OF NATURE Stone, tile and wood company ARCA recently debuted its newest interactive showroom in Wynwood. The interior itself is impressive, but the exterior is bound to turn heads. The i i d D i h artist i group company commissioned Danish f mural, titled SUPERFLEX to design its colorful “Like a Force off Nature,” using ceramic tiles d db designed by Hector Esrawe. Long-term view; view w;; 65 6
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VantaBlack working on “Say Their Names” mural at Bakehouse Art Complex, 2020; photo by Mateo Serna Zapata
DORAL MANOLO VALDÉS: THE LEGACY The City of Doral and the Doral Contemporary Art Museum (DORCAM) (DORC h e partnered d have se up to present a series off 18 Manolo Valdés’s sculp larger-than-life sculptures by “Menina de l Manolo Valdés in 12 locations Bronze,” part of The Legacy Do l h throughout Doral—the largest exhibition off artis the Spanish artist’s date sculptures to date. A special reception k place lace at willll take C l Parkk Doral Central D 5 at 11 a.m. on Dec.
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CORAL GABLES ILLUMINATE TE CORAL GABLES d at making art accessible to all, this Aimed exhibition off video projections and sculptures he entire city, transitioning from will span the d rt installations to whimsical, daytime art ll d pieces at night. The exhibit will illuminated l b orking with Miami-Dade public also be working h l to create art teacher workshops and schools ns for students. Jan. 15–Feb. 15; virtual lessons
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IMAGES COURTESY ARCA/CESAR BEJAR; BAKEHOUSE/MATEO SERNA ZAPATA; MIAMI DESIGN DISTRICT; DORCAM
MIAMI BEACH ART OUTSIDE Miami Beach has always been known for its outdoor arts, but, now, The Bass has partnered with the City of Miami Beach Art in Public Places, Miami Beach Urban Studios–FIU, The Wolfsonian–FIU and W South Beach for a massive coordinated exhibition throughout the city. There will be a variety of pieces on display, including impressive sculptures and video projections, with pieces rotating in and out in the future. Long-term view; artoutsidemb.org
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Miami’s cultural institutions extend beyond that of your typical museum. These unique spaces continue to impress with their own exhibitions and installations.
ARTECHOUSE MIAMI Artechouse’s newest installation and immersive experience, Aqueous, was inspired by Classic Blue, the 2020 Pantone Color of the Year. It is part of a trio of shows, each one reflecting how the color relates to a specific element. Miami’s edition is spread across two floors and submerges visitors into a multisensory water world of textures, movements and sounds. If you’re traveling north over the next few months, you can head up to the sky at New York’s Celestial or get grounded by earth at Washington, D.C.’s Crystalline.
Through April 14; 736 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; miami.artechouse.com
Rendering of Aqueous at Artechouse Miami
DE LA CRUZ COLLECTION In 1993, Felix Gonzalez-Torres gave Rosa and Carlos de la Cruz a photograph of the sky and a sheet of light-blue paper where he had written his wishes for the summer in pencil: “A Possible Horizon, Light blue balmy skies, Blue warm light waters.” This inspired the de la Cruz Collection’s exhibition, A Possible Horizon, which includes works from artists who question today’s relevant political and social issues. Long-term view; 23 NE 41st St., Miami; 305.576.6112;
delacruzcollection.org
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IMAGES COURTESY ARTECHOUSE MIAMI; DE LA CRUZ COLLECTION; EL ESPACIO 23
Installation view of A Possible Horizon at the de la Cruz Collection, 2020-21 Pictured left to right: work by Mark Grotjahn, Jonas Wood, Alex Katz, Rashid Johnson and Jennifer Guidi
Mette Tommerup: Made by Dusk at Locust Projects is an immersive installation of Mette Tommerup’s massive raw canvases, which were created by natural elements, not brushstrokes. The works, which the artist says were inspired by the Nordic goddess Freya, reflect on dusk as a transformational time of day with enchanting lights and shadows. Through Jan. 23; 3852 N. Miami Ave., Miami;
305.576.8570; locustprojects.org EL ESPACIO 23
El Espacio 23’s newest exhibition Witness: Afro Perspectives From the Jorge M. Pérez Collection, which features 100 pieces by African and African diaspora artists, is a commentary on today’s social climate while also looking back to what history has taught us. Masimba Hwati, the space’s newest resident artist, will also be creating new works for the exhibit, including a sculpture inspired by Liberty City. Long-term view; 2270 NW 23rd St., Miami;
786.460.4790; elespacio23.com
THE BETSY – SOUTH BEACH With an impressive year-round arts and culture lineup, The Betsy is much more than your average oceanfront hotel. This winter, it reveals nine new exhibits that can be enjoyed by guests and locals alike. The works, which are curated by co-owner Lesley Goldwasser, will be displayed throughout the hotel’s public spaces and include pieces by Paul Saltzman, Andy Sweet, Hassan Hajjaj and Barbara Hulanicki. Opening Dec. 18; 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach; Maria Magdalena Campos-Pons’ “Finding Balance,” 2015 (Witness at El Espacio 23)
305.531.6100; thebetsyhotel.com
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Renee Cox’s “The Signing,” 2017; on view at Boca Raton Museum of Art
FARTHER NORTH BOCA RATON MUSEUM OF ART 501 Plaza Real, Boca Raton; 561.392.2500; bocamuseum.org
NSU ART MUSEUM FORT LAUDERDALE
Through Jan. 3
1 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 954.525.5500; nsuartmuseum.org
MY PRESIDENTS AND OTHER RECENT ACQUISITIONS The seven artists in this exhibition include Ben Patterson, a founding member of the Fluxus art movement. His “My Thirteen Presidents” draws the foundation of presidents’ characters through popular astrology.
Through Sept. 2021
THE SIGNING This captivating 15-foot-long photograph on loan from artist Renee Cox takes a revisionist look at one of our nation’s most seminary events. It is a reinterpretation of Howard Chandler Christy’s painting “Scene at the Signing of the Constitution of the United States” with modern men and women of color.
NEW ART SOUTH FLORIDA NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale spotlights the work of 13 South Florida artists who were recipients of the prestigious 2020 South Florida Cultural Consortium Awards, which honors artists from Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Martin and Monroe counties. 1450 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach; 561. 832.5196; norton.org
Jan. 2–May 9
4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach; 561.495.0233; morikami.org
Through April 3
Jan. 2–May 9
COLLECTING STORIES This exhibition presents works from Morikami Museum’s permanent collection, which showcases how, over time, Japanese artists have been influenced by—and been influencers of—changes in society, politics and modernization. LUXURY GUIDE
Nicolas Lobo’s “Napalm Stone (Bronzer Version #1)”, 2014; napalm, Play-Doh, terrazzo, spray bronzer, 20" x 20" x 72" (New Art South Florida at NSU Art Museum); courtesy the artist
NORTON MUSEUM OF ART MARÍA BERRÍO: ESPERANDO MIENTRAS LA NOCHE FLORECE (WAITING FOR THE NIGHT TO BLOOM) Norton Museum presents María Berrío’s first solo exhibition as part of its Recognition of Art by Women (RAW) series, showcasing 20 of the Colombian-born artist’s large-scale collages that reflect on issues of immigration and nature.
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ART FINDS A WAY This exhibit is a curated examination from the museum’s permanent collection that references historic and personal experiences, as well as popular culture and the media, to address persistent contemporary issues of racial injustice.
María Berrío’s “Aluna,” 2017; collage with Japanese paper, 72" x 80" (Esperando Mientras la Noche Florece at Norton Museum of Art); courtesy the artist/Collection Ford Foundation
IMAGES COURTESY BOCA RATON MUSEUM OF ART; NSU ART MUSEUM; NORTON MUSEUM OF ART
Miami doesn’t get to have all of the art fun. Broward, Boca and Palm Beach’s museums and galleries are offering their own exhibitions with timely subjects and themes.
BROWARD-PALM BEACH Mr. Brainwash’s “Work Well Together,” 2020; silk-screen and mixed media on framed canvas, 30" x 26" (New River Fine Art)
COMING SOON Broward and Palm Beach counties are optimistic about their early 2021 art fair calendars. PALM BEACH MODERN + CONTEMPORARY Presented by Art Miami, this West Palm Beach fair is slated to return for its fifth edition, featuring investmentquality works from the 20th and 21st centuries. Jan. 7-10; artpbfair.com
IMAGES COURTESY ONESSIMO FINE ART; NEW RIVER FINE ART
Wesley Channell’s “Pollock-Inspired Human Canvas” (Onessimo Fine Art)
SPECIAL EVENTS Dec. 4-14
GOD’S GIFT: PHOTOGRAPHERS THAT CELEBRATE THE FEMALE FORM Discuss femme fatales with David Drebin (whose work graces our cover), or explore the human canvas with Wesley Channell at PGA Commons’ Onessimo Fine Art, which invites visitors to experience works of art and meet the talents behind them. Both artists will be available Dec. 4-6 for one-on-one meetings. The exhibit continues through Dec. 14. 4530 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach
Gardens; 561.355.8061; onessimofineart.com
Through Dec. 20
KEEP IT REAL: THE ARTWORK OF MR. BRAINWASH Fort Lauderdale’s New River Fine Art presents a virtual and in-person exhibition of post-pop artist Mr. Brainwash and his signature bold color, graffitistyle markings, splatter paint, black stencils, silk-screened iconology and audacious street art aesthetics. The exhibition includes over 25 works of art. Private appointments are available upon request. 822 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale;
954.524.2100; newriverfineart.com
FORT LAUDERDALE ART & DESIGN WEEK Although the main event, Art Fort Lauderdale, is postponed until 2022, you can still look forward to nine days of culturally inspired programming, including artDISCOURSE artist talks and the third annual AIA Fort Lauderdale Architecture Fair with panel discussions and studio tours. Jan. 16-24; ftladw.com THE PALM BEACH SHOW Previously known as the Palm Beach Jewelry, Art & Antique Show, this fair is the largest of its kind in the U.S., featuring fascinating works of art, dazzling jewelry and valuable antiques.
Feb. 11-16; palmbeachshow.com
ART PALM BEACH Presented by Next Level Fairs, the 24th edition of this contemporary art fair is scheduled to take place this February at the Palm Beach Convention Center.
Feb. 24-28; nextlevelfairs/artpalmbeach
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CARLA GUILHEM
PRINCIPAL, CARLA GUILHEM INTERIOR DESIGN BY VANESSA MOLINA SANTAMARIA
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orn in São Paulo, Carla Guilhem was exposed to the design craft from an early age. “Growing up, I would spend afternoons in my family’s millwork and furniture company,” she says. “I was mesmerized by the creative process, whether it was selecting the perfect natural wood and applying finishes or simply cutting and measuring the fabrics. Since then, I knew I wanted to dedicate my life to creation and design.” She went on to study architecture in Brazil and interior design in Spain before moving to Italy and exhibiting her work in numerous worldrenowned design shows. Today, Guilhem is focused on growing her eponymous design firm, which focuses on residential interiors, furniture, commercial spaces and even yachts. “Every client is very special to me, and every project is unique,” she says. “I enjoy the challenge of creating entirely new solutions while applying my experience from previous projects.”
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Every client is special to me, and every project is unique. I enjoy the challenge of creating entirely new solutions while applying my experience from previous projects.
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Describe your design aesthetic. I love modern Italian lines. Mixing them with the organic forms of Brazilian nature or with vivid Spanish colors creates a dynamic that underlies many of my creations. I like to combine organic and geometric shapes in harmonic coexistence. First designer to make an impression on you? The first job site I visited was Hotel Unique in São Paulo by architect Ruy Ohtake, the pioneer of informal abstractionism. It was an amazing experience to see the curves of his design emerge during the construction process. Projects you are currently working on? We have a few different projects going on right now: commercial spaces, three luxury single-family residences, a restaurant, two hotels, three apartments and a 127-foot yacht being built in Europe. Go-to paint color? Sherwin-Williams Alpaca. Tell us about the Design Home/less Network? We created this online platform to support artists who create and commercialize handmade objects on a smaller scale at an accessible price—thanks to reused or recycled materials and new production processes. The result is an appealing product that’s also environmentally conscious. Home decor stores you frequent? There are too many to mention! My favorites are Artefacto, Poliform, Ornare, Judith Norman, Anima Domus and StudioKaza. Where do you find inspiration? Nature is the most powerful inspiration of all for me. Each place I have lived has also given me many memories of shapes, forms and materials that I use when creating my designs. What would most people be surprised to learn about you? I love boxing to balance my creative mind.
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PORTRAIT BY MONNY PASCHOAL; INTERIOR PHOTOS BY EVAN JOSEPH
All furnishings created by Carla Guilhem Design
TEAMWORK M akes the DREAM WORK
THE OLD ADAGE IS TRUE: NO MAN IS AN ISLAND—ESPECIALLY IF THAT ISLAND IS TOPPED WITH A GORGEOUS SLAB OF ITALIAN MARBLE. BY MICHELE MARIN | PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARGENT PHOTOGRAPHY
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IT IS ESSENTIAL TO PUT TOGETHER THE PERFECT TEAM OF ARCHITECTS, GENERAL CONTRACTORS, ARTISANS, VENDORS AND MANUFACTURERS TO BRING A CLIENT’S DREAMS TO LIFE. — STEVEN S LA FONTE O E
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hen South Florida’s elite look to reimagine their homes with extraordinary design, they turn to Steven La Fonte of Steven La Fonte Design for his imaginative, impeccable taste and custom creations. But La Fonte knows his projects are only as good as the team with whom he works, which is why, for his latest masterpiece, a luxury residence at AquaBlu Fort Lauderdale, he joined forces with Antonio J. Torres, founder and director of Navicon Construction; and Claudio Faria, director of Ornare USA. Together, their combined talents and expertise resulted in a chic, contemporary home exploding with dramatic details, textures and finishes. We spoke with the trio to learn more about their synergy and how this led to the completed project. How did you get started on this project? STEVEN: First and foremost, it was essential to put together the perfect team of architects, general contractors, artisans, vendors and manufacturers to bring a client’s dreams to life. I turned to Antonio J. Torres at Navicon Construction for the his sensible design style and passion for architecture. Then, I needed a company to help create a stylish, contemporary kitchen and his-and-hers master closets. A designer friend introduced me to Claudio Faria at Ornare, and I fell in love with their quality customization, finishes, hardware and gadgets. Ornare is one of the most prestigious home brands, and I know I can depend on their premium standards to raise the bar in design. How did you work together to ensure that all of your visions aligned? ANTONIO: Communication between design and construction is crucial to delivering outstanding results, and it comes naturally to Steven and Claudio. We understand each other clearly, which makes the entire process run smoothly. When joined with Navicon’s organizational skills, supervision flexibility
and craftsmanship, we were able to deliver superior, sophisticated results. CLAUDIO: It was easy to work with Steven and Antonio, as they share our level of commitment to quality and service. At Ornare, we work closely with clients to design entire spaces that serve their individual needs while ensuring they’re done beautifully. We also customize designs with our endless options of quality materials and finishes. What key elements did you incorporate to round out the impressive space in this home? STEVEN: The home is situated on the Intracoastal, overlooking the gardens of an environmental preserve, the Atlantic Ocean and beyond. To complement this, I selected a palette of neutral colors and a combination of textures. Hints of color are used throughout each room with accent features such as the master bedroom’s blue upholstered wall and the pillows, art and accessories throughout. I try to stay aware of what’s on the market, as designers need to continuously educate themselves on what’s available, but I do not believe in trends—individuality is much more important to me. PROMOTION
Steven La Fonte
STEVEN LA FONTE DESIGN New York City native Steven La Fonte has been cultivating his passion for design since the early ’90s, when he was designing and manufacturing luxury drapery and bedding. He turned his love for fabrics and textures into a successful interior design business, and, in 1999, he relocated to South Florida. Over the last 20-plus years, La Fonte’s work has appeared in prestigious publications, including Architectural Digest. With a passion for customizing furnishings, cabinetry and wall treatments, most of which he has manufactures in Miami, La Fonte is able to turn his clients’ dreams into reality. steven@stevenlafonte.com | 305.343.1318 @stevenlafonte stevenlafonte.com |
Antonio J. Torres NAVICON CONSTRUCTION 786.202.0237 naviconus.com @naviconconstruction
Claudio Faria ORNARE USA 4040 NE 2nd Ave., #103, Miami 305.438.0260 ornare.com @ornareusa
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I DO NOT BELIEVE IN TRENDS— INDIVIDUALITY IS MUCH MORE IMPORTANT TO ME. — STEVEN LA FONTE
What are the most important elements to consider when designing a kitchen that is both functional and beautiful? CLAUDIO: Lighting is an integral part of any room, but especially in the kitchen, where it’s required for performance and ambiance. We love finding creative ways to insert lighting, including within drawers and storage spaces. Storage is also important. We have custom designs that offer organizational components that consider every need.
What are some challenges you faced in this project? How did you solve them? ANTONIO: Working in condo buildings requires
extra logistics to bring materials up to the unit. No matter how spacious the elevators and corridors are, you run into the challenge of having to hoist materials through the balcony. For this project, we worked together to hoist a single 10-by-6.5-foot piece of Statuario marble (the top of the kitchen island) up 14 floors! STEVEN: Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the home provide amazing views, but the sun’s
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reflection was a huge concern to the client. To remedy this, I used matte-finished porcelain wood tiles in a subdued gray shade throughout the home. Several walls are clad with mattepainted wood panels or upholstered with fabric, and we avoided using glass tops on tables. ANTONIO: Steven also explained to the homeowners that new lighting needed to be added in the living and family areas in order to make these spaces rich yet elegant at night. However, the owners were concerned that they would lose the existing tall ceiling height. Using fixtures by Apure Architectural Lighting, we managed to create a beautiful light distribution by only dropping the ceiling about 1 inch. Are there any new or noteworthy pieces? STEVEN: The powder room is a small space, so I created a more dramatic look with the floating black marble vanity with seamless white veining, an integrated sink, glass wall cladding and sculptural hardware. ANTONIO: The marble island was sourced in Italy, handpicked directly by our team at the quarry in Carrara, Tuscany. The project PROMOTION
demanded a dramatic vein; therefore selecting a large block that would allow us to obtain the desired dimension and unique color and contrast was key. Complementing the island is a knife-edge ceiling mimicking the shape of the counter, with an accent LED light by Delta Light, adding a modern accent to the ancient stone. CLAUDIO: The finishes also made this project stand out. For the kitchen, Steven selected smoked-oak wood veneer, iron and steel metallic paint, and Argento matte bronze glass.
What was your favorite part of the process? STEVEN: I love customizing my own furnishings,
cabinetry and wall treatments, which I try to manufacture. In fact, 99% of this project was custom-made by Miami companies. ANTONIO: No doubt that working along with
Steven was my favorite part of the project! It is a privilege. Steven has the vision, and he is fast in making decisions. We support his process by detailing every aspect in plans, shop drawings, purchasing, logistics and craftsmanship to obtain high-end results.
THE DETAILS LOCATION: AquaBlu Fort Lauderdale INTERIOR DESIGNER: Steven La Fonte Design, Miami GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Navicon Construction, Miami KITCHEN DESIGN: Ornare USA, Miami FABRICS: Romo Fabrics, DCOTA, Dania Beach FLOORING: Catalfamo Gallery, Fort Lauderdale SOFA PILLOWS & ACCESSORIES: Luxury Living Group, Miami FLORALS: Jim Threlkel Botanicals, Fort Lauderdale POWDER ROOM VANITY STONE: Daltile/Keys Granite, Miami DINING ROOM CHANDELIER: Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting, Miami
DESIGNER SHOWCASE
Interior designers share their philosophies, latest projects and trend picks of the season.
TINA HARARI INTERIORS
“Beauty inspires excellent design,” says Tina Harari, principal of Tina Harari Interiors. “By transforming a client’s inner beauty into a physical space, we create an inviting atmosphere reflective of his or her desires. It’s something that cannot only be seen but also felt. The result is a haven where my client feels most comfortable, and others are drawn to a serene inviting space.” WHAT’S TRENDING: Home offices are becoming essential. Also,trending: Gold metals as accents. FAVORITE PIECES: Custom chairs with fabric from Edelman Leather (DCOTA); desk from Ralph Lauren flagship store.
Tina Harari 305.224.3513 @tinaharariinteriors harariinteriors.com
STEVEN LA FONTE DESIGN
Steven La Fonte’s style brings the most artistic versions of his clients’ views to life. “Being an excellent communicator is essential, but even more important is being a good listener,” he says. “I get to know my clients, their lifestyles, their needs and what makes them comfortable, then my imagination takes flight. In this space, I can create and inspire.” WHAT’S TRENDING: Palettes are reserved, preferring lush textures, rich materials and subtle motifs over bold statements. Clients want their homes to be more soothing. Accessories and art deliver a few happy hits of color.
SOUTH BEACH INTERIORS
South Beach Interiors is a full-service residential and commercial design and decorating group. They will assist you to realize your vision every step of the way.
FAVORITE PIECES: Light fixture from Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting; custom chair fabric from Romo (DCOTA).
WHAT’S TRENDING: Biophilic design is our most often requested feature, incorporating natural foliage to envelop you in a clean, cozy, tranquil environment. FAVORITE PIECES: Custom leather counter stools from West Elm; pendant lighting from Restoration Hardware.
Steven La Fonte 305.343.1318 @stevenlafonte stevenlafonte.com
Deborah Cohen 516.504.5218 @south_beach_interiors southbeachinteriors.com PROMOTION
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JALLÔT DESIGN
Through a partnership with StudioKaza, Jallôt Design now also offers complete turnkey homes to buyers through furniture packages, interior design consultations and movein-ready apartments where all the decorating is done. Rather than merely showing buyers aspirational model units, they are presenting comprehensive design visions that can be bought on the spot. WHAT'S TRENDING: Soft accessories with extra comfort, like flannel sheets, cashmere or wool throws, and cottom quilts. Candles and fireplaces also help to bring a cozy feeling.
Taize Monteiro 954.544.1604 @jallotdesign jallotdesign.com Miami - Palm Beach - Caribbean Islands - Rio de Janeiro
BOCA LAVISH
GELLAR INTERIORS
Understated elegance. Classic. Timeless. These three elements resonate in our design philosophy. A one-stop shop for all of your design needs, Boca Lavish offers full staging and interior design services, remodels, new-build construction and more.
Rebecca Gellar’s design philosophy is to provide clients with spaces that are reflective of who they are by incorporating unique details and adding versatility with accents of color. FAVORITE PIECES: Painting by Ferjo from Ken Hendel of Gallery Art.
FAVORITE PIECES: Eco-ceiling from Atlantic Wallpaper & Decor and original painting from Gug Underwater Gallery. Debra Hook 954.789.2720 @bocalavishdesign bocalavish.com
Rebecca Gellar 443.277.2822 rebeccaginteriors.com PROMOTION
DESIGNER SHOWCASE DARLA POWELL INTERIORS Darla Powell brings a down-to-earth approach to designing beautiful spaces. Powell credits her grandmother, who took her antiquing as a child, with nurturing her love for vintage pieces. Today, she blends a minimalistic look with organic elements. FAVORITE PIECES: Plush rug from Jaipur and pair of Chance chairs from Four Hands.
Darla Powell 786.769.3455 | darla@darlapowell.com @darlapowellinteriors | darlapowell.com
FINE INTERIOR DESIGNS
“The vision for my high-end turnkey design service is rooted in intentional design,” says principal Juan Carlos Pombo. “Merging life experiences with design capabilities serves as a catalyst for thoughtful and sophisticated lifestyles.” FAVORITE PIECES: Custom marble dining table wrapping around marble column and industrial light fixture.
Juan Carlos Pombo 786.261.3960 | pombo@fineinteriordesigns.com @fineinteriordesigns @fine_interior_design fineinteriordesigns.com
CASA DE MARCO DESIGN AND BUILD Designer Nina Marco is known for her clean, contemporary designs and historic renovations. She has a passion for preserving the integrity of historical landmarks like this 1949 midcentury home in Delray Beach, which was restored to its original architecture with a modern twist. FAVORITE PIECE: Arcan Corten wall tiles from Porcelanosa.
Nina Marco 561.699.4793 | casademarcodesign@gmail.com @casademarcodesign casademarcodesign.com
GL DESIGN GL Design, a space planning and interior design firm specializing in highend residential projects, was founded by architect and interior designer Gabriela Liascovitz in 2004. “Rooms need to feel approachable and, more importantly, be functional. A combination of comfort and beauty is essential” she says. FAVORITE PIECE: Original painting by artist Manolo Valdés.
Gabriela Liascovitz 305.785.1249 | gabriela@designbygl.com @glinteriordesign | designbygl.com
NATALIA NEVERKO DESIGN For over 15 years, Natalia Neverko Design has provided innovative, highend architectural interiors, interior design and exterior design tailored to clients’ specific needs. It is recognized as an international company with European attributes while delivering locally sensitive design. FAVORITE PIECE: Chairs from Addison House; art from Artefacto.
Natalia Neverko 786.942.8315 | natalia@natalianeverko.com @natalianeverko @natalianeverkodesign natalianeverko.com PROMOTION
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Over 50 years of experience elevating the creative vision of clients, achieving the highest level of design and customer satisfaction.
A SK TH E A RCH ITEC T CARLOS J. BRAVO, AIA LEED AP BD+C, is a licensed architec t and a LEED Accredited Professional designing high-end single family residences, highrise multi-family and mixed-use development.
What is your design philosophy? To provide as much sustainable design as possible, in a way that works with our client’s vision and budget. I always work with and include my clients throughout the design process, to ensure together we arrive at a solution that makes sense for them, while maintaining the highest level of quality. Do you have experience with “green” or sustainable design? As a LEED AP BD+C, I have the training and experience to guide our clients through the process of sustainable design. Even if our clients do not specifically ask for a sustainable design, I tr y to incorporate as much as possible, working within our client’s budget. If sustainable design technologies are implemented, do upfront costs exist that may af fec t the construc tion budget? Sustainable Design Technologies may have an upfront cost. Par t of the design process is to review and analyze what technologies make sense financially and how to best implement them.
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WINE DISPLAYS AS WORKS OF ART
Wine rooms and wine display walls are increasingly becoming essential elements of prestigious homes. Not only are they being placed in key locations, but they often are designed as the main decorative attraction of a living or dining area. These types of wine displays as work of art are the core focus of Dragon Cellars, as seen in this photo.
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And we’re not talking about the weather! With a continued influx of out-ofstate buyers and historically low interest rates, South Florida’s real estate market is as hot as ever. We spoke with three of the region’s top real estate experts about the market’s current state, tips for buyers and sellers, and predictions for the future. To read the full interviews, visit luxuryguideusa.com.
Jorge L. Guerra Jr. launched his brokerage firm Real Estate Sales Force (RESF) 15 years ago; he now has four offices throughout South Florida with over 475 agents. He also serves as the 2020 chairman of the Miami Association of Realtors and the 2021 global liaison of the National Association of Realtors (NAR). How would you characterize the current state of luxury real estate in Miami? Since the pandemic set in, people from the Northeast have been flooding the region and absorbing some of the inventory. Additionally, our international market is fueled by once-in-alifetime interest rates, which have shined a light on South Florida. Tips for buyers/sellers? For buyers: Come pre-qualified, work with an experienced agent, and do your research to understand pricing— because you have to be aggressive. For sellers: With low inventory, low interest rates and an unpredictable future, right now is the perfect time to get top dollar for your property. Also, invest in a real estate professional that leverages technology since most showings are now virtual.
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244 $ 1.7 MILLION
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Having lived half of her life abroad, Patricia Anglero, an Angola native of Portuguese descent, has gained a broad understanding of international business. She earned her real estate license in 2003, successfully transitioning from an agent at Galleria Collection to owner of Galleria International Realty, where real estate is treated as a “people business,” and agents are given the support they need. What are your predictions for Broward real estate over the next six to 12 months? The appeal of South Florida to Northeast buyers will continue to be the driving force of our healthy market—about 65% of our buyers are from out of state. Low inventory is driving the price, and the influx of buyers seeking singlefamily homes in the suburbs has not stopped. What’s a common mistake buyers/sellers make? Thinking that dealing with the seller directly is the best course of action. Owning a home is one of the most important decisions you will make. A reputable Realtor will know how to guide buyers and sellers in pricing their properties correctly.
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LUXURY STATS All Properties $1 Million+
MEDIAN SALE PRICE 4.8%
156 $ 1.4
ACTIVE INVENTORY 3.5%
1,308
CLOSED SALES 59.5%
Sept. 2020 year-over-year comparison
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Bill Mate began his real estate career about 15 years ago by selling luxury homes in the Jupiter area; today, his firm Paradise Real Estate International has 150 agents. He is also the 2021 president of the Miami Association of Realtors’ Jupiter-TequestaHobe Sound Board of Governors. Any noticeable trends in the Palm Beach market over the last six months? We have seen increased pricing on homes because of the demand and influx of buyers. The opposite occurs with inventory: As sales and prices increase, there are fewer homes on the market, which fuels higher prices. The trend has shown many homes selling in a week—or even a day. If you are a buyer, don’t hesitate. What are the best neighborhoods right now for luxury buyers/sellers/investments? Palm Beach continues to attract wealthy residents to its luxury atmosphere and environment, but in Jupiter, many club communities offer golf, tennis, social amenities and access to water. Admirals Cove, for example, has 6 miles of tidal water behind its gates, and almost everyone has a dock in their backyard.
Palm Beach
LUXURY STATS All Properties $1 Million+
MEDIAN SALE PRICE 5.1%
238 $ 1.8
MEDIAN SALE PRICE 2.7%
ACTIVE INVENTORY 11.3%
1,967
ACTIVE INVENTORY 3.2%
CLOSED SALES 160%
Sept. 2020 year-over-year comparison
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CLOSED SALES 80.3%
Sept. 2020 year-over-year comparison
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Live & Play in Deering Bay On the southern tip of Coral Gables, an idyllic ribbon of Biscayne Bay shore is home to one of South Florida’s most exclusive, private and, most importantly, secure residential communities. This unique combination of a full country club lifestyle, Arnold Palmer–designed bayfront championship golf course and 3 deepwater marinas offer access to some of the finest game fishing in the world. Just beyond its 24-hour manned gatehouse lies a sanctuary where natural inlets, finger-shaped waterways and protected mangroves are integrated into one’s everyday life. A place where views stretch as far as the imagination.
$1,100,000 | VERONA 402 Large 2,160 sq. ft., 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, plus lovely den that could be a third bedroom, available in the coveted Verona Building. Ocean and golf course views, privacy like no other unit, private elevator, large room-sized terrace, 2 parking spaces, golf cart space and extra storage are found in this fabulous property. Out of the country owners want to rent or sell.
$450,000 | MARINA SLIP #23 Rare. 60-foot boat slip in the Main Marina. This is a deepwater T–head boat slip in a very protected marina. Can hold up to a 66-foot vessel. Electric, water, security, guard gate, marina clubhouse and dockmaster are found here. This is the perfect home for your yacht, literally minutes from the open Biscayne Bay and beyond to the ocean.
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A CASTLE IN THE SKY La Santa Maria on Brickell
Sophisticated flow-through mansion with 4 BR & 5.5 BA. Two-story residence with soaring 20-foot ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass in the living room. It offers 5,730 sq. ft. $4,630,000 — Best price in the building. Call for private viewing.
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Miami Luxury Real Estate Trends* The Miami luxury market is a buyer’s market with a 3% sales ratio. Homes sold for a median of 91.3% of list price in September 2020. The most active price band is $1,100,000$1,199,999, where the sales ratio is 5%. The median luxury sales price for single-family homes has increased to $1,170,000. The median days on market for September 2020 was 234 days, down from 295 in August 2020 * As per The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing.
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BEFORE YOU REMARRY, DO THIS EMBARK ON YOUR NEXT LIFE PATH EQUIPPED WITH KNOWLEDGE ABOUT YOUR FINANCIAL WELL-BEING.
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f remarriage is on your horizon, congratulations! It can be an exciting new adventure, as well as an opportunity to make key investment decisions alongside your spouse.
if you tended to take a backseat to your spouse in your previous marriage. In fact, 79 percent of women who remarry do take a more active role the second time around.2
Remarriage is on the rise. Sixty-seven percent of previously married adults between the ages of 55-64 are remarried, up from 55 percent in 1960.1 People are living longer, and when they find the right partner again, they opt for matrimony.
Be clear on your financial goals. What do you want for your future? How does your marriage play into that? These are lofty questions. That’s why eight out of 10 women find it helpful to think about wealth along three different dimensions.2
Overall, women are less likely than men to remarry, with 64 percent of eligible men remarrying, compared to 52 percent of women. However, this 12-point gender gap was a 20-point gap in 1980, when only 46 percent of women had remarried, compared with 66 percent of eligible men.1
Liquidity: The cash at your disposal, which you need for shortterm expenses over the next three or so years.
What’s this mean? Today’s women are embracing remarriage. But it’s a choice born of freedom: Women who remarry have presumably been solely responsible for their financial well-being— at least for a time. We learned from UBS’s “Own your worth” report, which features research data on women who have been divorced or widowed, that nine out of 10 women felt good about themselves as they made more financial decisions on their own.2
Legacy: The investments that will continue after you’re gone, and can help others with their needs.
If you are planning to remarry right now or even in the distant future, here are four actions you should consider taking before you exchange your vows. Assess your financial baggage. Review for yourself how you participated in the financial decisions in your first marriage. Were you happy with the arrangement? If not, what about it frustrated you or left you unsatisfied? A second marriage can be a chance to revise your role in making important financial decisions, especially
Longevity: Savings and investments you can use for longer-term needs, from the next four years into retirement.
Thinking through these dimensions helps you sort out what you aim to accomplish now and in the future. What do you want your legacy to be? How will you achieve these things? Who are the people who matter most to you? Have the important conversations. Have meaningful conversations with your soon-to-be-spouse. This may be second nature to you, particularly if you were able to have good discussions about finances in your first marriage. But deep-dive conversations about money still feel taboo for some couples. Not only does each partner bring his or her own ideas about money and investing into the marriage, if it’s a second marriage and/or a marriage later in life, each partner already has quite a bit of life experience and financial history. Getting everything out into the open is key.
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Increase your confidence in making investment decisions. Women often feel unsure about investing. Just 29 percent of women in heterosexual couples consider themselves highly knowledgeable about investing, and only 25 percent of women in same-sex couples say they’re highly knowledgeable.2 Over and over again, we’ve found that women lack confidence because they overestimate how much knowledge you need to make investment decisions. In fact, 85 percent of married women who abdicate to their spouses when it comes to making long-term financial decisions do so because they believe their spouses know more.2 The truth is, it doesn’t take nearly as much experience to make investment decisions as women think. It does, however, take confidence. If you started to develop that confidence after a divorce or in widowhood, make sure to keep building it and channeling it as you settle into a new partnership. Life is long, and we often find ourselves with a second chance to find the contentment or adventure we’re seeking. Remarrying can be that opportunity. If you enter into matrimony with a solid plan around your financial goals and aspirations, the best is yet to come. Pew Research Center, “Four-in-Ten Couples are Saying ‘I Do,’ Again,” November 2014. pewresearch.org/wpcontent/uploads/sites/3/2014/11/2014-11-14_remarriage-final.pdf
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Laura Raybin Miller has been an investment professional since 1999, working with clients and their families to identify their financial needs and goals. For more than 20 years, she’s been involved in public and community affairs in South Florida, making a positive impact through her leadership and participation in civic and healthcare organizations. She is a Commissioner at the South Broward Hospital District d.b.a. Memorial Healthcare System. Over the years, she has obtained many financial designations and also holds a Fellowship in Board Governance from the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD). She is a member of the Suskind-Ripple Group at UBS Financial Services. Building on its history of over 150 years, UBS is committed to utilizing its global resources to help high net worth individuals pursue their wealth management goals. As the world’s largest wealth manager, it is strongly positioned to help clients address the realities of the global economy and their sophisticated needs. Customized solutions are delivered to give clients confidence in reaching their goals no matter the environment.3 Corporate Profile, USB Quarterly Report, Fourth Quarter 2017
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CRIMINAL TAX INVESTIGATIONS Miami-based board-certified criminal tax attorney David M. Garvin, P.A. shares his expertise about criminal tax investigations and what steps to take if you become the target of one. Tell us about your background. What made you become a criminal tax attorney? I am originally from Pittsburgh. I went to the University of Miami as an undergraduate, concentrating in accounting. I became a CPA before deciding to attend UM’s law school, where I received a J.D. and, later, an LLM in taxation. During my last year of law school, I was fortunate to have been a law clerk for Philip T. Weinstein, a renowned criminal tax lawyer. I always wanted to try significant trials; working in federal court in criminal tax and economic crime cases enables me to do that. How are you different from a “regular” criminal attorney or tax attorney? There are many good criminal lawyers who concentrate on federal cases but only a few who also concentrate on federal tax matters. During a criminal tax trial, the government has IRS agents and other tax experts testify. A lawyer who does not have a great deal of knowledge of tax laws will be at a disadvantage. This problem is not resolved by associating a tax lawyer because only one lawyer can examine a witness at one time. Furthermore, most tax lawyers concentrate their practices on civil tax issues. They do not have heavy jury trial experience because tax court cases do not have juries. What types of criminal income tax investigations are there? There are generally two types of criminal tax investigations: IRS administrative investigations, conducted by IRS agents and tried by Department of Justice tax division lawyers, focus only on tax crimes. Grand jury investigations, conducted by the local U.S. attorney’s office, may include several crimes, including tax violations. How do criminal tax investigations work? Generally, two special agents are assigned to conduct the investigation. They gather data and interview witnesses. This may take several years. Ultimately, they will write a report requesting authority from the DOJ to proceed to charge the taxpayer.
What’s the first thing I should do if I believe I am the target of an investigation? Retain an experienced criminal tax lawyer. As a taxpayer, it is important that you do your due diligence. You have an absolute right to ask any lawyer you are considering the names, case numbers and outcomes of their last 10 criminal tax cases. Keep in mind, most lawyers have never had a criminal tax trial while they were representing the taxpayer defendant. If IRS agents arrive at my business, should I speak with them to show I have nothing to hide? IRS agents have already researched the person they are requesting to interview and will intentionally not give advance notice. You should not agree to be interviewed without a few days to think it over and to have your lawyer present. Politely decline, get their business cards, and tell them your lawyer will call them. Should I amend my tax returns to correct perceived errors? Once you are notified that you are a target of a criminal tax investigation, the government will argue that any returns filed late or amended are untimely, not voluntary, irrelevant and inadmissible. An amended tax return may also be argued to be an admission of guilt. Will hiring a well-known tax attorney cause the IRS to assume I must be guilty? IRS agents have already formed their opinions when they identify the target of their investigation. Retaining the best criminal tax lawyer available with a proven jury trial track record shows that you are serious about your liberty and your innocence. Having a boardcertified attorney may also give the DOJ pause before authorizing a borderline case for prosecution. What happens to me if I am wrongfully convicted? You will have the right to file an appeal. However, in many cases, the court will order the taxpayer to commence his sentence while the appeal is pending.
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Board-Certified Criminal Tax Attorney For more than 35 years, David M. Garvin has represented and successfully defended clients in federal criminal and tax matters throughout the United States. His practice concentrates on white-collar crime and tax fraud defense, including tax evasion. Garvin’s extensive trial experience, as well as his financial and accounting background, afford him a distinct advantage in litigating for and defending his clients. His trial successes speak for themselves.
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TRENDING YACHTS
CAREFREE CRUISING From weekend jaunts to far-flung getaways, adventures await aboard these new luxury yachts. BY DIANE M. BYRNE
FARTHER & FASTER If you long to travel farther while still going relatively fast, the Germán Frers–designed Sirena 58 Coupé will exceed your expectations: It has a range of about 850 nautical miles at 10 knots, plus a top speed approaching 30 knots. Unusual for this size range, the yacht also offers a two-cabin option where your suite has a hidden stairway leading to the foredeck, serving as a private alfresco lounge. Plus, you get to choose the woods and fabrics used throughout the decor. sirenayachts.com LENGTH: 60 ft., 10 in. | BEAM: 17 ft., 6 in. | DRAFT: 4 ft., 1 in. STATEROOMS: 2–3 | ENGINE: Twin 650-hp or 850-hp Caterpillars TOP SPEED: 27–30 knots Sirena 58 Coupé
IMAGES COURTESY SIRENA YACHTS/BILLY BLACK; BENETTI; SUNREEF YACHTS
Benetti Luminosity
80 Sunreef Power Eco
ECO BOOST ILLUMINATE THE SEAS
The world is your oyster with Luminosity, a new custom yacht from Benetti whose impressive 8,000-nautical-mile range at 10 knots means you can cross oceans with enough reserve to explore far-flung shores. You’ll be inspired by the excerpt from Moby Dick engraved on the main lounge’s pillars and the 3,983-square-foot video wall stretching the height of the main lobby’s stairway that depicts a forest whose branches gently sway as you pass. Luminosity also has 10-foot-high windows to bring the outdoors in, along with a spa containing a Turkish bath and a sauna. benettiyachts.it LENGTH: 353 ft. | BEAM: 55 ft., 8 in. | DRAFT: 14 ft., 9 in. | STATEROOMS: 12 ENGINE: 6 Caterpillar C32 diesels with ABB Azipod | TOP SPEED: 16.5 knots
Sunreef Yachts understands that today’s yacht owners are more environmentally conscious, which is why the shipyard created an Eco version of its popular 80 Sunreef Power catamaran. With solar panels, an ultralight battery bank and electric engines, the 80 Sunreef Power Eco was engineered to consume less fuel (it does have diesel generators for convenience) while making very little noise. A kite sail is an option too. Ethically sourced woods are available for the interior, which sleeps up to eight comfortably. The wide stance makes the open floor plan of the main deck feel even more spacious. sunreef-yachts-eco.com LENGTH: 78 ft., 1 in. | BEAM: 39 ft., 4 in. | DRAFT: 5 ft., 6 in. STATEROOMS: 5 | ENGINE: Various twin electric motors TOP SPEED: 15 knots (all-electric propulsion) and 22 knots (hybrid) LUXURY GUIDE
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“Pod” at The Lindis, Ahuriri Valley, New Zealand
DESTINATIONS
ROOM with a VIEW
At Mr & Mrs Smith, we adore a sink-into hotel bed with the highest thread count, but we don’t believe that a hotel room is just somewhere to lay your head. We’re drawn to the places that architects might stick on their inspo board: those with beatific backdrops and exquisite interiors right down to the designer hand soap—and where a private pool is the least of the luxuries on offer (retractable roof for stargazing, anyone?). Here, we’ve selected five luxury hideaways where laying your head becomes living the dream.
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The Lindis, New Zealand
The Suite Cabin at Arctic Bath, Sweden
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THE LINDIS, NEW ZEALAND Spying on nature is all the more seductive at The Lindis, an ultra-luxurious hideaway in New Zealand’s Ahuriri Valley, where the main hotel’s undulating roof and low-key coloring put it at ease amid the towering mountains and fertile wetlands. Things get even more voyeuristic in the “Pods,” unobtrusive yet stylish lodges set apart from the main hotel. Three mirrored-glass window walls let you see all the goings-on in the valley, be it the peaks turning from stony-faced to snow-topped, the sinuous Ahuriri River flowing along or a rare kākāriki fluttering by. Or, you can be one with the wild by watching it unfold from your alfresco hot tub. Activities favor get-up-and-go-go-go sorts—exploring ice caves, swooping over glaciers in a helicopter, biking beside Lake Oahu and the like—so you’ll be thankful to return to your snug indoor great-outdoors nest.
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ARCTIC BATH, SWEDEN There are many “my goodness” moments to be had at Arctic Bath, an extraordinary new resort in Swedish Lapland: its floating spa that looks like a game of pickup sticks, the sharp intake of breath as you plunge into the icy river that flows below (trust us, it’s quite refreshing) and the geometric glass-fronted Suite Cabin that would make the most devout maximalist a cozy-minimalism convert. Plus, it’s eco-friendly, built without harming a single tree. Depending on the season, your view is either Santa-ready snow and the frosted river (a wood-pellet burner and underfloor heating will keep you toasty) or pine clusters and timid fauna accentuated with mood-ring-colored skies.
IMAGES COURTESY THE LINDIS; ARCTIC BATH; NIHI SUMBA/TÂNIA ARAÚJO (BOTTOM RIGHT)
Cliffside balé at the Marangga Villa, Nihi Sumba, Indonesia
Marangga Villa
NIHI SUMBA, INDONESIA There’s an appealing air of authenticity surrounding Nihi Sumba, a jungly beachside retreat on one of Indonesia’s lesser-trodden isles. After all, the hotel’s Sumba Foundation provides humanitarian aid and educational programs to local islanders. The Marangga Villa includes a private butler; an indoor-outdoor bathroom with a tub large enough to fit one of Sumba’s wild horses; and your own clifftop balé, which can be set up for ocean-view lunches, massages and snoozing under the stars (with a mosquito net). When you’re not lazing in your infinity pool or knocking back housemade chocolates, why not try the hotel’s most thrilling aspect: a private stretch of shore where the famously gnarly “God’s Left” surf wave barrels in.
Marangga Villa at Nihi Sumba, Indonesia
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One-Bedroom Water Retreat with Slide at Soneva Fushi, Maldives
One-Bedroom Water Retreat with Slide SONEVA FUSHI, MALDIVES
Wait—with slide? We hear you! Indeed, this vast overwater residence has just the thing to jog your childhood nostalgia: your very own waterslide snaking down from the upper floor. But that’s not the only thing that sparks joy at Soneva Fushi, Maldives. A butler will keep you fed, hydrated and entertained (by arranging manta ray- and turtle-scoping snorkeling sessions, marine biologist tours and more); there’s a rooftop deck for dining with vividly blue Indian Ocean views; and you needn’t leave your bed to stargaze. Simply press a button, and the roof will roll right back for a—quite literally—heavenly night. If there’s anything to entice you from your retreat, it’s the private beach, open-air cinema, floodlit tennis court and decadent dining options. A fleet of provided bikes (or a barefoot walk) will get you there and back in style.
Interior of Soneva Fushi’s OneBedroom Water Retreat with Slide
Lake Cabin at Lime Wood in Hampshire, England
Lake Cabin
Lime Wood, the Duke of Clarence’s former country estate, is a regal darling in which we could definitely see ourselves sweeping around in period dress. But away from the genteel main house, down a private path by the grounds’ peaceful lake, is a timber-clad cabin that offers couples the utmost privacy—so much so that a silver roll-top bathtub has been placed on the balcony for alfresco dips (with a wood burner to warm your unmentionables). The residence is cantilevered over the lake for a placid panorama. Within, it’s dressed to impress with colorful floor tiling, a mix-it-yourself bar, dainty chandeliers and an emerald velvet sofa. Lime Wood’s excellent garden-to-plate dining (courtesy of super-chefs Angela Hartnett and Luke Holder) and the floralscented Herb House Spa are just a lazy stroll away.
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LIME WOOD, ENGLAND
CLOSER TO HOME Road-trippers, get revved up for a change of scenery because Mr & Mrs Smith has also selected a handful of luxurious hotel suites closer to home. Whether you’re longing for ocean views or cityscapes, these COVID-proof crash pads—with theatrical open-air terraces, sunset-spotting perches and other perks—have rooms from which you won’t mind social distancing.
Grand Studio Suite at Maison de la Luz
Grand Studio Suite MAISON DE LA LUZ, NEW ORLEANS
IMAGES COURTESY MAISON DE LA LUZ/STEPHEN KENT JOHNSON; ZERO GEORGE STREET; FAENA MIAMI BEACH
Follow the light to downtown New Orleans, where Maison de la Luz is a bright, shining beacon of a stay with a full-swing speak-easy (a former winner of best date night bar in the Mr & Mrs Smith Hotel Awards), jazzed-up decor and a seriously covetable hideout in the Grand Studio Suite. This hip hangout’s look is infused with local spirit: Vintage florals and tasseled velvets paired with one-off artworks and quirky keepsakes.
Anson Suite “Piazza” at Zero George Street, Charleston
Anson Suite
ZERO GEORGE STREET, CHARLESTON Southern belle Zero George Street has taken five 19th-century colonial buildings near main drag King Street and primped and preened them into a thoroughly modern hideaway. Sequester away in the Anson Suite, where you can lazily fan yourself on your private furnished piazza. Inside, period detailing, heart-pine flooring, duck-egg-blue walls and sophisticated furnishings make this the coziest of nests in which to hunker down (until the 5 p.m. wine and cheese hour, that is).
WHO ARE MR & MRS SMITH? Founded in 2003, Mr & Mrs Smith is the travel club for hotel lovers, an award-winning boutique-hotel booking service specializing in the world’s most seductive stays. There are now more than 1,300 boutique and luxury hotels in the collection, all handpicked by experts and reviewed (anonymously) by globetrotting tastemakers. Smith members receive the company’s bestprice guarantee, free extras on arrival (think: a bottle of Champagne or a 30-minute massage) and service by phone from a team of in-house travel specialists. Visit mrandmrssmith.com to browse and book.
Penthouse Suite at Faena Hotel Miami Beach
The Drayton Hotel rooftop, Savannah
The Suite
THE DRAYTON HOTEL, SAVANNAH Unafraid of color, bedecked with plants and blessed with both a basement speak-easy and a rooftop bar, The Drayton is a stylish base in Savannah’s Spanish-moss-draped historic district. Its spacious suite, which boasts a clear view of City Hall’s decorative dome, has a retro look that’s further enhanced by the bathroom, where the hotel’s only bathtub resides. Follow a leisurely soak with a few slugs of bourbon as you take in the view from the top.
Penthouse Suite
FAENA HOTEL MIAMI BEACH With a gilded mammoth skeleton on the grounds (courtesy of Damien Hirst), taxidermy peacocks propping up the bar and a dazzling vintage-style theater, Faena Hotel Miami Beach is a fantastical showpiece of a staycation. After all, its lashings of leopard print, art deco detailing and gilt edges are the work of flamboyant director Baz Luhrmann and his costume-designer wife, Catherine Martin. Embrace the decadence and book the Penthouse Suite for soul-restoring ocean views, bespoke Frank Pollaro furnishings, your own grand piano and on-call butler. LUXURY GUIDE
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Oceanfront suite
Sunset Pier at Ocean Key Resort & Spa
Breakfast table at Hot Tin Roof
SpaTerre treatment room
LIQUID Pool Bar
STAYCATION ENVY
Key West’s Ocean Key Resort & Spa is a secluded slice of paradise amid one of Florida’s most eccentric destinations.
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scape the winter blues this season with a staycation at Ocean Key Resort & Spa, a luxurious oasis in Key West just steps from the vibrant energy of Duval Street. The Noble House resort offers the best parts of any island getaway: sophisticated seaside accommodations, innovative cuisine and oh-so-indulgent spa treatments.
ENRICH: Channel your inner tourist by visiting the Hemingway Home & Museum (and the 40 cats who reside there); then take the obligatory Insta-worthy photo by the Southernmost Point Buoy. For a true taste of Old Key West, stroll through the Key West Cemetery, where well-known epitaphs such as “I Told You I Was Sick” mimic the island’s quirky vibe.
STAY: Ocean Key Resort’s 100 deluxe rooms and suites boast elegant decor, oversize Jacuzzis and balconies adorned with island-style furnishings you’ll want to linger in while enjoying uninterrupted views of the surrounding turquoise waters.
UNWIND: Leave your stress on the mainland amid the natural setting
PLAY: Libations and lounging take on a new meaning at the resort’s
TASTE: Named after one of Tennessee Williams’ most famous plays, the
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of SpaTerre. Let the scents of soothing oils magnify a lavish Balinese massage, or rejuvenate tired tootsies with the signature Key Lime Margarita Pedicure. AAA Four-Diamond Hot Tin Roof serves up spectacular views alongside fresh fare, such as seared local grouper with coconut curry, chorizo and jasmine rice or filet mignon and Florida lobster with broccolini and fingerling potatoes. Whatever you do, save room for Key lime pie.
Ocean Key Resort & Spa, 0 Duval St., Key West; 305.809.8072; oceankey.com
IMAGES COURTESY OCEAN KEY RESORT & SPA
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HOME SOUP HOME
SOUP FOR THE SOUL IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME
BY ANA CASTANO Architect, Writer, Pilot, Cook at Heart & Creator of The Healing Soup
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ust a few months ago, I was getting ready to launch The Healing Soup, a bistro designed to match specific ingredients in soup to individuals’ needs. I was searching for the perfect spot to lay down roots with a quaint, zen decor in mind. But then, the pandemic hit, and like many other small business owners, I had to pivot. I am a firm believer that with the right mindset, you can redirect your energy and find something positive in every situation—turning tragedy into a blessing in disguise. For instance, one good thing that came from this situation was that we were forced to eat at home more often, which allows us to eat better and focus on our health. Food from the earth fuels the body. Not only can eating according to your deficiency make you feel better, but certain foods can actually boost your immune system and increase serotonin. My extensive research has found that blood-type diets, along with eating plans such as glutenfree, dairy-free ketogenic, vegetarian, vegan and flexitarian, can help those with health conditions
such as high blood pressure, celiac disease, inflammatory disease, allergies and more. It is my passion to help cure human ailments through nutrition. After all, ”You are what you eat.” Using my flexible “go with the flow” attitude, I have adjusted my plan. The Healing Soup, along with Chef Fernando Gonce, will now be offering more intimate, private experiences of healing through food (catering to groups of 10 or less) either at your home or at one of several locations to which we have access throughout Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. As always, I encourage everyone to open their minds to uncontrollable circumstances. Don’t try to control every outcome. Instead, implement the power of positive thinking and focus your energy on what lessons you can learn from the experience. Contact me to book your healing experience, and let’s start the journey of finding health, peace and harmony together.
Ana Castano at the Materia Collection showroom
ABOUT ME
I am an architect, a writer and a cook at heart, and I enjoy helping people live their best lives. When I’m not in the kitchen creating tasty soups, I am busy working on new design projects and inspiring love and happiness in others through my motivational podcasts. A mom of two, I balance work and home life through traveling, eating right, practicing yoga and, lately, taking flying lessons to become a private pilot. Contact me today to book a healing experience at your home or one of several South Florida locations.
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LOSE UP TO 2-6 INCHES IN YOUR FIRST SESSION IF YOU DON’T LOSE, YOU DON’T PAY
ASK THE EXPERT Nina Presman, founder of the Anti-Aging Center of Boca, discusses the benefits of a new noninvasive treatment called Alpha Lipolysis with HIFU. WHAT IS ALPHA LIPOLYSIS WITH HIFU? Alpha Lipolysis with HIFU is a nonsurgical, natural phenomenon based on high-frequency sound waves that is designed to help patients lose fat and tighten skin quickly, easily and risk-free. High Vibrating Sound Waves cause fat cells to explode immediately, and when delivered together with HIFU (high-intensity focused ultrasound), it melts them while shrinking the skin from the inside out and building collagen. It even removes stubborn wrinkles and crepey skin while sparing the vascular, nervous and muscular tissues. Anti-Aging Center of Boca specializes in all areas of nonsurgical body sculpting and antiaging services that enhance one’s overall well-being. Our body-sculpting technology takes HIFU, Acoustic Lipoliser and Ultrasound Cavitation to a new level where instead of just puncturing the fat cells, we completely liquefy and melt them, resulting in immediate and permanent loss of inches plus tightening and rejuvenation of the skin. While the vibration of the sound waves causes complete elimination of the fat cells on all different levels, depending on the size and density of the fat and skin, HIFU delivered with sound waves shrinks the skin from inside and builds collagen. Results are visible and improvement is immediate.
HOW DOES THE GUARANTEE WORK? Our technician measures and photographs the patient. After the treatment, a second photo and new measurements are taken. If your second measurement is not less than the first, then you will not pay for the service. It is that simple. We stand by our work 100 percent. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS? • This procedure is done without anesthesia and is noninvasive (no cutting, scars or post-operative care). • This treatment allows for a full social life both before and after the sessions. Lose inches of fat without exercise or diet. • Relaxes muscles, reduces nerve excitability and stimulates nerve transmission. • Reduces scar tissue and fades stretch marks. • Increases lymphatic system activity. • Stimulates production of collagen. • Reduces inches of measurement with each session.
See more before-and-after photos at
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ARE THERE ANY RISKS? The science was so compelling that even the FDA approved this process as a way to eliminate fat without endangering the health of the patient. WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT FROM OTHER TREATMENTS? The results have been so dramatic and consistent, we have adopted a no-moneyupfront guarantee. That means if you do not reduce in size (in the area worked on), you do not pay for the service.
ABOUT NINA PRESMAN Nina Presman came to the United States from the Soviet Union in 1979. After her own struggles with trying to live up to the competitive standards of American beauty and body image, she became a personal trainer and a nutrition consultant. In 2013, she graduated from Argosy University with a BA in science of psychology. She also entered a school to learn about skin and aesthetics and completed multiple degrees in advanced skin care. Her dream was to combine the understanding of self-actualization and happiness with developing the outer beauty to match the inner self. With this in mind, she created the AntiAging Center of Boca, where a person can achieve the look he or she wants without surgery and learn how to be truly happy on the inside. Nina found practitioners who share her views and know how to deliver healing and awareness to anyone who walks through the door.
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33 SE 4th St. Boca Raton, Florida, 33432 561.654.0177 antiagingcenterofboca.com
Mercedes-Benz Vision AVTR
TRENDING CARS
DESIGN EVOLUTION As you can see in these moving masterpieces, automotive design is, above all else, a fluid process. BY JERRY PEREZ
THE FUTURE LOOKS AWESOME It won’t be long before artificial intelligence plays a prominent role in the automobile design process. The Mercedes-Benz Vision AVTR, inspired by the Avatar films, offers a glimpse at what this might look like: smooth lines, sustainable interiors, an organic battery and animal-like capabilities. The “scales,” for example, are reminiscent of an agile reptile, while its trick axles and wheels allow it to move sideways like a crab. The interior comes to life by placing a hand on the center console as the vehicle recognizes the driver’s heartbeat and breathing. It may only be a concept, but don’t be surprised to see its elements sprinkled into models in the near future. mercedes-benz.com
Infiniti QX60 Monograph Concept
NO TIME LIKE THE PRESENT BLAST FROM THE PAST The most radical car designs are typically born and tested on racetracks, as is the case of the new McLaren Senna GTR LM, which pays homage to its predecessors from the 1995 24 Hours of Le Mans. The retro-looking vehicles represent forward-thinking automotive design while proudly showing off exotic paints, throwback stickers and loads of carbon fiber—even the wheels are copies of the originals. McLaren customers commissioned the five one-offs seen here, so your chances of owning one are currently as limited as their VINs. mclaren.com
New technologies allow designers to get even more creative with their materials and techniques. Take the new Infiniti QX60 Monograph Concept (essentially a production-ready prototype), for example. The three-row SUV boasts a raised sloping roof, wide wheel arches, high doors and narrow windows that exude exclusivity while keeping things compact for a vehicle of its size. A few years ago, a design this dramatic would have looked cartoonish, but modern methods have rendered this a truly sensual automobile.
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McLaren Senna GTR LM customer-commissioned cars
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Th Ultimate The Ult t GIFT GUIDE
The holiday season is here, which means it’s time to start shopping! On the following pages, you’ll find gift ideas for everyone on your list—and then some— including some sensational splurge-worthy finds, an array of more affordable options, plenty of stocking stuffers and much more. And, remember, 2020 has been challenging for all of us, so don’t forget to pick out a few things for yourself while you’re at it! BY SHERRI BALEFSKY HANSON & CHRISTIANA LILLY
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GIFTS FOR THE
Fashionista
ZIMMERMANN
Silk billow shirt $485; Royal Poinciana Plaza; zimmermannwear.com
KILIAN PARIS ARIS
Le Rouge parfum and Rolling in Love gift set $ b kilian.com $270; bykilian.com
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UNDER $500
High-waist skinny jeans with faux pockets in all-over sparkle $228; 7forallmankind.com
HERMÈS
Rouge Hermès leather lipstick case in rouge piment $340; hermes.com
SERENA WILLIAMS JEWELRY
LO-VE earrings $325; serenawilliamsjewelry.com
VERSACE
Virtus cat-eye sunglasses $253; Miami Design District; Bal Harbour Shops; versace.us
RUTHIE DAVIS
New York silver glitter pump $498; ruthiedavis.com
MOON
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CHARLOTTE TILBURY
Stocking Stuffers
Luxury Palette of Pops eyeshadow in Dazzling Diamonds $53; charlottetilbury.com
LANCÔME
Limited-edition L’Absolu Rouge Crystal lipstick $32; lancome.com
CHIARA BONI LA PETITE ROBE
Reusable face coverings $59 (pink satin), $85 (beaded cloth); neimanmarcus.com
TORY BURCH
Miller metallic AirPods case $128; Miami Design District; toryburch.com
FOR THE GIRL WHO HAS EVERYTHING
Splurge -Worthy NEHA EHA DANI
K Kephi ring with blue a d pink ink sapphires and P Price upon request; nnehadani.com hadani.com
SUPER SPLURGE CECY
Audrey alligator purse $8,950; cecy.com
LAGOS
Smart Caviar diamond gold watch bracelet $35,000; lagos.com
THE ULTIMATE JEWELRY BOX Not only is Ippolita Rostagno the creative force behind her eponymous jewelry line, IPPOLITA, she is also founder and creative director of ARTEMEST, an online platform that curates and sells exceptional handmade Italian products. Celebrating 20 years in business, she has put together the ultimate jewelry box—a must-have for any true fashionista. The buttery-yellow trunk, handcrafted by one of Artemest’s Italian artisans, is filled with signature Ippolita pieces from the last two decades. $150,000; contact
646.664.4240 or personalshopper@ippolita.com NADINE AYSOY
Celeste tsavorite and jade three-disc bracelet $13,250; nadineaysoy.com
VANLELES
Out of Africa ring with Mozambican rubies and rubellites Price upon request; vanleles.com SAINT LAURENT
Jane monogram boots in smooth leather $1,595; Royal Poinciana Plaza; ysl.com
MARZOOK
Mini emerald crystal orb bag $2,195; marzook.co
CUSTOM LEATHER JACKET Gift your fashion-forward loved one the opportunity to customize their own leather jacket with Toronto-based NAMESAKE’s try-at-home kit. Package includes step-bystep video instructions, measuring tape, select color swatches, various lining and hardware options, and more! Starting at
$1,340; bythenamesake.com
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GIFTS FOR THE
Cameno LED linear chandelier in satin gold $2,682; Maison Kitchen & Bath, 305.489.1848; maisonkb.com
Homebody Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;OBJET
Handsculpted coral bookend $995; hamiltonforbusiness.com
JONATHAN ADLER
Checkerboard backgammon set com $398; jonathanadler jonathanadler.com
NOUVEL OU L
Larva vases designed by Orfeo Quagliata Price upon request; Judith Norman, 954.925.7200; judithnorman.com
LUNA DI GIORNO
Ring Collection bathrobe ($69), turban ($14), pochette ($19) and towel ($36) $135 for four-piece set; World Mattress, 786.431.1798; worldmattresses.com
BANG & OLUFSEN
Beoplay A9 speaker $3,000; BDigital Technologies, 954.744.4652; bdigitaltechnologies.com/showroom
LALIQUE
Panda Collection by Han Meilin Price upon request; Bal Harbour Shops, 305.537.5150; lalique.com
Stocking Stuffers
HERBIVORE BOTANICALS
Calm bath salts $18; nordstrom.com
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VINCE
Loni shearling slippers in marble $150; vince.com
EMBER
Gen 2 temperaturecontrolled smart mug $130; bloomingdales.com
GUINOT
Hydrazone fluid cream $75 (1.4 oz); dermstore.com
TRUDON
Enchanted Souk Collection Gloria classic candle $125; trudon.com
NIKON
Z 6II camera & Nikkor 2470 mm lens kit $2,600; nikonusa.com
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Jet-Setter
SPLURGEWORTHY
SAFARI TREK
RIMOWA
Essential CheckIn L suitcase in Desert Rose $820; rimowa.com
Your favorite jet-setter is probably already wanting to start planning their next bucket-list destination vacation. For the ultimate vacation, consult Fort Lauderdale-based AFRICA ADVENTURE COMPANY to organize a oncein-a-lifetime safari. The company offers trips throughout eastern and southern Africa, including driving and ï¬&#x201A;ying tours and private customized itineraries. Whatever route you choose, be on the lookout for the Big Five. africa-adventure.com
LOUIS VUITTON
Vivienne passport cover $435; Miami Design District; us.louisvuitton.com
MONTBLANC
MB 01 over-ear headphones $595; montblanc.com
ASSOULINE
Travel by Design presented by the Design Leadership Network $95; assouline.com
LAURACEA
Convertible backpack tote in chocolate matte $1,295; lauracea.com
Stocking Stuffers
S STAUD X NOSHINKU OS U
Hand sanitizer with leather case $50; staud.clothing
URBAN ARMOR GEAR
Biodegradable Outback iPhone case $39.95; urbanarmorgear.com
ORIBE
Beautiful Color travel set: shampoo and conditioner $25; oribe.com
SUGARFINA
Champagne Bears carry-on cocktail kit $25; nordstrom.com
SILKEN PURE
100% pure silk sleep maskk $50; silkenpure.com lk m
LOUIS VUITTON
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Monogram gradient tie $220; Miami Design District; us.louisvuitton.com
GIFTS FOR THE
Stylish Gent LONDON SOCK CO.
15-pack ribbed socks $240; mrporter com mrporter.com
DOLCE OLCE & GABBANA
K by Dolce & Gabbana eauu de parfum $ 5 (3.3 oz); $115 d lcegabbana.com dolcegabbana.com
INDOCHINO
Howell Traveler blue suit $499; Aventura Mall; indochino.com
UNDER $500
ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA
Metal sunglasses $415; zegna.com
DRINKS BY THE DRAM
THIRD MIND
Scotch whisky advent calendar $201; drinksbythedram.com
The Jamie Plain Toe shoes in black $125; wearethirdmind.com
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BRUNO MAGLI
Nappa leather AirPods Pro case $45; brunomagli.com
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO
Money clip card case in black calfskin $260; nordstrom.com
ESPA
Gents Essentials kit: Hydrator, face wash, shower gel and shampoo $85; us.espaskincare.com
NORDSTROM
Assorted four-pack face masks $20; nordstrom.com
Splurge -Worthy
FOR THE GUY WHO HAS EVERYTHING
BULGARI
B gari Aluminum watch with Bulgari black rubber bracelet $4,250; bulgari.com
JO JOHN LOBB O B
William New Standard buckle shoe $1,495; johnlobb.com
HANDSOME HUMIDORS Do away with plain and store premium cigars in German humidors that are just as much works of art as places for safekeeping. REPOSO humidors from METRICA meticulously keep temperature, humidity and air quality just where they need to be. The Reposo Column consists of 36 individual pieces of Cedrela, which are carefully carved out of a single block of wood. Smaller collections can be stored in the Reposo Cube. And if you need a humidor on your yacht? Install the Reposo Column Nautic aboard a vessel. $5,074–$42,850; metrica.de
G GRAF VON O FABER-CASTELL C S L
Bentley limited-edition Barnato rollerball pen $625; graf-von-faber-castell.com
SUPER SPLURGE
MISAHARA
Rotor cuff links with cabochon center stones $10,400; misahara.com
MAISON FERRAND
Ferrand Cognac Légendaire limited edition $2,800; maisonferrand.com
THE GIFT OF TIME
TITLEIST
CNCPT by Titleist irons $500 each, $4,000 for set of eight; visit titleist.com to find the loc n nearest fitting location
Watch enthusiasts were left stunned in 2016 when HUBLOT unveiled its MECA-10 movement, featuring unusual skeleton architecture inspired by the Meccano construction system and an exceptional 10-day power reserve displayed on the dial. Now, with the help of clockmaking experts at L’Epée, Hublot has introduced a limited-edition version of the MECA-10 as a stand-alone table clock, fully preserving its original specifications— but at four times the size. Available in matte black
($50,500) and steel ($47,400); hublot.com
S OP SHOP LOLL DESIGNS
Recycled plastic rope swing with 5-foot black nylon cord $295; lolldesigns.com
GIFTS FOR THE
LittleOnes Litt le Ones DEMDACO
Giving Bear $30, with a portion benefiting Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mercy Kansas City; demdaco.com
LOOG
Loog Pro electric guitar $199; loogguitars.com
KID TRAX X
Semitruck and trailer ridee-on $ l $249;; w walmart.com
MELISSA & DOUG
Food truck play tent $49.99; melissaanddoug.com
WIRELESS EXPRESS
Sing-Along Pro Bluetooth karaoke microphone and speaker $38.99; maisonette.com
JANIE AND JACK
Bradbery red plaid poplin shirt and floral Jacquard dress $36 (left), $54 (right); janieandjack.com
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RAD + REFINED
Kids heart frames and Lennon shades $42 each; radandrefined.com
UGG
Ugg x Kisses Bixbee booties $40; kidsfootlocker.com
VTECH
KidiZoom Creator Cam HD digital camera $59; walmart.com
BUNNIES BY THE BAY
Bunny Clouds and Blossom Bunny cloth face masks for kids and adults $9.95 each; bunniesbythebay.com
PAW.COM
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Furry Ones
Winter plaid PupRug bundle with orthopedic bed curve and matching waterproof blanket $573-$848; paw.com
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Cherry Love ve ddog raincoat at $ l d l xa.com $34; alexandalexa.com
SPLURGE WORTHY
DOGNESS
Automatic Wi-Fi dog and cat smart feeder with HD camera $179; chewy.com
HERMÈS
Carrying dog bag in Hermès equestrian line colors $2,750; hermes.com
BUSTER + PUNCH
Leather dog collar with brass $81-$106; busterandpunch.com
BOO OH
FRISCO
Ray harness in mint green $129; boo-oh.com
Eyelash bolster bed for cat and dog $39.99-$99.99; chewy.com
Stocking Stuffers
JINX
Dog treat superpack: chicken and sweet potato, pumpkin and apple, and chicken and mango $40; thinkjinx.com
HAUTE DIGGITY DOG
Starbarks Frenchie Roast plush dog toy $15.95; nordstrom.com
FRISCO
Naughty/Nice knitted hat for dog and cat $10.99; chewy.com
FITBARK
FitBark GPS dog location and health tracker $99.95 + subscription; fitbark.com
THE FOGGY DOG
Gingham squeaky dog toy $16; nordstrom.com
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GIFTS FOR THE
LENOX
Gourmand
Opal Innocence Flourish twopiece toasting flute set $67; lenox.com
ABRAMS
Pie for Everyone: Recipes and Stories From Petee’s Pie, New York’s Best Pie Shop $26.99; amazon.com
$200 & UNDER
BRIGHTLAND
The Essential Capsule oil and vinegar set $112; brightland.co
MICHAEL ARAM
Mistletoe pie dish $200; michaelaram.com
CORAVIN
Model Three wine preservation system $200; bloomingdales.com
TOM DIXON
Mill grinders $140 (small), $160 (large); tomdixon.net
BELLA
Mini cake pop maker $19.99; macys.com
Stocking Stuffers
SALTWORKS
Gourmet salt gift set $49.95; seasalt.com 122
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VON GERN HOME
Leather and zinc napkin rings $16 each; vongernhome.com
ÜLLO
Sulfite-removing wine purifier $79.99; nordstrom.com
K+M EXTRAVIRGIN CHOCOLATE
Chocolate sampler gift box $49.95; kellermannichocolate.com
ELIZABETH LAKE
Gingerbread cocktail napkins, set of six $140; elizabethlake.com
FOR THE PERSON WHO HAS EVERYTHING
Splurge -Worthy
TRAEGER
Ironwood Series 885 pellet grill $1,500; traegergrills.com OONI
Pro multi-fuel fuel outdoor pizza oven ov $600; bloomingdales.com
LASVIT
Kaplicky cooler in clear glass $3,340; lasvit.com
PREMIUM HOME-COOKED MEAL
Looking for references to speak to CHEF DANIELLA ABRAHAM’s culinary prowess? Ask Oprah, Drake, Pharrell Williams and Kylie Jenner. She’s won over their taste buds with her style of “Hispanolian” cuisine—a mix of Haitian and Dominican flavors—and she can do the same for you. Treat the foodie in your life to an at-home (or on your yacht or jet) meal with Chef Danie and join the ranks of celebrities who have turned to her for a sensational home-cooked meal.
chefdanie.com
CUISINART
T e CompleteChef The c oking food processor cooking $700; cuisinart.com
COS D’ESTOURNEL
Limited-edition Michel Reybier 12-bottle 20th anniversary case $4,390; to order, contact visite@estournel.com
WÜSTHOF
Crafter seven-piece knife block set $499; wusthof.com
ARTFUL POUR + MORE They say you can’t judge a book by its cover, but proprietor Lawrence Fairchild off Napa Valley STONES S O S WINE E created a series off bottles that are as showstopping as the wine inside. This holiday season, oenophiles can purchase the h llimited-edition collector’s package,, w which includes an exclusive S Stone Wines Blackk Membership; p a 1.5-liter bottle of Perrarus 2: The A Art Series, featuring g a handblown g glass bottle with a label by French artist Cédric Bouteiller; a three-bottle cabernet sauvignon magnum set; a three-bottle set off 2017 cabernet sauvignon; n; and accommodations and a seat at the vineyard’s ney B Blackberry Farm dinner. $12,000; $ ,00 ;
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SHOP IMPERIAL INTERIORS
PALAZZO PITTI COLLECTION
Fine bone china Plates available in various sizes Coffee cup and saucer, $112 $95* Teacup and saucer, $139 $118*
COCCO COLLECTION
Plush 100% cotton bathrobe in Sand color $350 $298*
MONOGRAMMA STEMWARE COLLECTION
JEWELS SNAKE
Handcrafted metal wine opener with Swarovski crystal Available in a range of colored enamel; comes in luxury gift box $560 $476*
Finest quality 24% lead crystal Champagne goblet decorated with platinum or gold monogram $79 $63* ROSE JEWEL COLLECTION
Fine bone china teacup and saucer $139 $118*
AFRICA COLLECTION
Set et of six fine bone china coffee cups nd saucers individually designed to and reflect a variety of Africa-inspired Africa patterns; comes in luxury gift box $483 $410*
FLOWERS COLLECTION
Set of six fine bone china coffee cups and saucers individually decorated with different floral and bird motifs; comes in luxury gift box $483 $410* *Special holiday pricing
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NOVELLA
Three-stone ring with blue topaz and diamonds Price upon request SUPERNOVA
DY ORIGAMI
Pendant necklace with diamonds in 18-karat gold $7,100
Large crossover cuff bracelet with 18-karat yellow gold $3,800
PAVÃ&#x2030;FLEX
Single-row necklace with diamonds in 18-karat gold $15,000
SUPERNOVA
Ring with diamonds in 18-karat gold $6,800 CABLE BUCKLE
Bracelet with 18-karat yellow gold and rhodolite garnet $2,400
NOVELLA
Three-stone bracelet with blue topaz and diamonds Price upon request DY ORIGAMI
CABLE BUCKLE
Narrow cuff bracelet in blackened silver $2,900
Bracelet with Hampton blue topaz and diamonds $2,500
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VERSACE HOME COLLECTION
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PROMOTION
TRENDING TECH
SEASON’S TRENDINGS
EXPERT PICKS FOR HOLIDAY GIFTS
Home technology trends and gifts for the holiday season, brought to you by BDigital Technologies. BY SHERRI BALEFSKY HANSON
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or more than 17 years, BDigital Technologies has been one of South Florida’s leading specialists in the integration of custom automation technologies into homes and offices, including audio-video components, home theaters, lighting and shade control, home surveillance and more. It provides a full range of design and installation services and represents the most prestigious brands in the industry, including a special partnership with luxury Danish brand Bang & Olufsen. We spoke with Bob Melnik, principal of BDigital Technologies and owner of several South Florida Bang & Olufsen franchises, about the company, what trends we can expect in home technology and his top picks for gifts this holiday season. What makes BDigital Technologies different from other home technology companies? We are a fullservice home technology company, from the initial consultation to the design and installation. We listen to our clients’ needs and work closely with their architects and designers to blend technology into their vision. Plus, our customer service and support are second to none. What’s new in home automation? What can we expect in the near future? Wireless technology is getting even faster, and voice-control devices are improving dramatically. Also, wellness elements are being blended into technology. Why Bang & Olufsen? What makes us truly unique is our ownership of a dedicated Bang & Olufsen showroom. Our synergetic relationship with the home electronics company provides us with the resources and capabilities needed to integrate advanced home entertainment into any environment. In honor of its 95th anniversary, the brand recently introduced the allnew Golden Collection, reimagining some of its most popular items in colors and materials associated with warmth and lasting value: golden-hued aluminum, earth-toned textiles, genuine lambskin, solid oak and Carrara marble.
BEOSOUND 2
Golden Collection multiroom speaker $2,250 BEOLIT O 20 0
Portable Bluetooth speaker $500
BEOSOUND A1
BEOPLAY E8
Golden Collection waterproof Bluetooth speaker $250
Golden Collection Bluetooth sports earphones $350
BEOSOUND STAGE
Dolby Atmos soundbar Starting at $1,750
For your smart-home automation needs, contact BDigital Technologies, 2729 NW 19th St., Pompano Beach; 954.876.1348; bdigitaltechnologies.com For holiday gifts and other products, contact Bang & Olufsen Showroom, 500 Seabiscuit Trail, Suite 1030, Hallandale Beach; 954.744.4652; bang-olufsen.com
BEOPLAY H95
Golden Collection noisecancellation headphones $800
BEOSOUND BALANCE
Golden Collection wireless home speaker From $2,250
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