FROM THE EDITOR

YOU First

If the recent era of pandemic has taught us anything, it’s this: Nothing is more important than being in good health. That’s why our May/June issue is dedicated to all things related to health, wellness, and self-care.

Sometimes laughter is the best medicine. Aventura Magazine sat down with stand-up comedian Brittany Brave, who dishes on her funny business (and the truth behind what makes us laugh) in our Q&A on page 16.

Thinking about adding CBD (also known as cannabidiol) into your lifestyle, but don’t know where to start? Check out our “CBD 101” guide on page 24 for the lowdown on the compound’s benefi ts and how to incorporate it easily and safely.

If you worry about managing the health risks of drinking alcohol—but aren’t ready to eschew a cocktail every now and then—clean eating expert Ivey Leidy shares recipes for sangria and a turmericinfused margarita, and explains how to support your liver (and even recover from a hangover) on page 26.

When it comes to working out, whether you want a bigger booty, a yoga fl ow, or a slimming and debloating regimen (or something in between), we profi le three women-led fi tness programs that were born right here in the Magic City. Check out “Femmes FITales” on page 56 to meet some of the area’s hottest workout stars and learn their secrets to building mindfulness, muscle, and more.

Sometimes wellness comes from outside the body and mind—revealing itself in the details of the buildings where we spend our lives. Just ask the professionals with their fi ngers on the pulse of an emerging movement in the design and construction industries, where new ground is being broken to combine habitat and health. In “Building Impact” on page 62, we explore trends like biophilic design, sustainable and safe construction materials, lighting systems tuned to circadian rhythms, and other health-forward trends that aim to help us all live better and healthier lives.

Here’s to wellness, in all of its forms. Wishing you a season of health!

Kristen Desmond LeFevre klefevre@aventuramagazine.com

CAPEHART l ON LOCATION ACTOR JESSE METCALFE IS MAKING MIAMI HOME, AND WE’RE HERE FOR IT. TAKE A PEEK BEHIND THE SCENES OF OUR PHOTO SHOOT WITH HIM ON MIAMI BEACH (COMPLETE WITH HIS VINTAGE PORSCHE) AND ALONG THE WATERFRONT IN NORTH BAY ISLAND. FROM HIS EARLY WORK ON NBC’S DAYTIME DRAMA PASSIONS TO HIS BREAKOUT ROLE IN ABC’S DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES TO HIS RECENT APPEARANCES ON A VARIETY OF THE HALLMARK CHANNEL FAVORITES, METCALFE HAS MADE A CAREER OF BRINGING CHARACTERS TO LIFE ON SCREEN. DON’T MISS LINDA MARX’S PROFILE ON HIS BIG MOVES IN “NEW ACT IN TOWN” ON PAGE 50.

QUICK PICKS

SETTING SAIL «

Sometimes wellness means spending a few days relaxing with the fam. What better way than aboard Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Dream, sailing from from the Port of Miami starting June 7. Page 20

GETTING CRAFTY

I’ve been known to fi nd my zen in craft projects, but this embroider-your-own clutch kit from Fendi is next-level DIY. Page 28.