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Building a Brand Identity

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Summer makes its entrance slowly. Make yours in full flower. AMC 24 Sunset Place with IMAX, Barnes & Noble, Dan Marino’s, Gameworks, Niketown, Splitsville Luxury Lanes and Dinner Lounge, Z-Gallerie, Aeropostale, Armani Exchange, Banana Republic, dELiA*s, Forever XXI, Gap/Gap Kids, Hollister, Pottery Barn, Urban Outfitters, Victoria’s Secret and many more specialty retailers. Located at US1 and Red Road/SW 57th Avenue in South Miami. Shopping Line® 305.663.0873.

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John Edward Smith

The effects of the recession still loom in our retail community, and a slow summer could be a real challenge for our business owners. You can do your part in helping to keep our local economy moving, by shopping and dining at locally-owned establishments. And, you know you’ll find some great sizzling summer deals in town! Even in these dicey times, there are many new businesses opening in town – an encouraging sign of confidence in an improving economy. Summer sizzles in other ways in SoMi, where it’s caliente all year round! Join us in the heat of the night at those restaurants and bars offering a regular schedule of entertainment and special events. And for a great Fourth of July party, join the City of South Miami at Palmer Park for an afternoon of games, food and music, followed by a spectacular fire-works display.

As SoMiMAG looks to begin its sixth volume come this October, and as we plan yet further growth, your comments are most welcome. We’re excited about some of the changes we’re already working on. Let us hear from you… And also, put your creative hat on and enter your suggestion for our SoMi Town tagline; details are on page 14. And for all the Dads out there, enjoy your day! Treat yourself - check out our special SoMi Spa feature starting page 15. Whether you’re having a “staycation” or other travels this summer, be safe. And wishing us all safe during the 2010 hurricane season. God bless!

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you say it. we print it. I was so excited to see the recipe for my favorite Italian dessert in your SoMi’s sweet tooth edition. The Panna Cotta came out to perfection! I look forward to impressing my friends and family at my next dinner party with this delicious restaurant quality dessert. Thank you Chef Melgarejo for sharing your recipe! Sandra C., Kendall The business directory in the back of the magazine is just great. We keep it around for easy access for our own use and for when we have out-of-town guest

Ace Hardware 7325 Red Road

Accessories Gift Haven > Claudia B., High Pines “If you’re like me, it’s a last minute dash to get a gift for a party. Well, I dash over to the new boutique Miss Pepper on Red Road to find a great gift – and I usually find something for myself as well.” Miss Pepper 7308 SW 57 Avenue

Authentic Mediterranean Lebanese Food, Flavorfully Prepared and Served in a Fun and Delightful Atmosphere. Enjoy our Al Fresco Dining, Smoke a Hookah and Appreciate our Belly Dancers on the weekends.

EAT uncork summer wines

John W., Coral Gables In your City Garage, at peak times there’s a tedious line to use the machines with only one at each end of the floor level. There’s got to be a better way to collect parking fees. And, when is South Miami going to get with the times and get rid of the meters on the streets. It’s about time. Peter O., Coral Gables

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Mary S., South Miami “These bamboo kitchen towels are the best. Made of natural fabric, they don’t shrink or wrinkle and are very durable. And they’re reasonably priced. It’s a great find at Ace.”

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DIRECTORY

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SHOP 12 summer fashion:

NEWS

While the colors of this time of year are red, white and blue, in this issue’s Sustainable SoMi feature you’ll see we’re definitely green, with suggestions on fifteen ways to get there.

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LIVE sustainable somi: fifteen ways to go green

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We’ve got some new hot venues opening and about - to - open in town. Segafreddo SoMi Café is now serving up some great Italian fare, while George’s on Sunset is about to open, as well as Barrio Latino. These latter two new restaurants are on “Sunset East” in our town center. Upon opening, this will go a long way to re-energizing the retail area east of Red Road (technically in the Gables, but very much in the heart of South Miami).

Armando O., South Miami “I enjoyed reading your last issue about desserts. However, you missed out on my favorite which is the ‘Hall of Famer” at Marino’s. Light and refreshing, this is a perfect summertime dessert with an almond shaped basket filled with sherbet and fresh berries.”

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the humidity, the afternoon rains, the steamy heat and it starts all over the very next day. It’s the price we pay for our glorious South Florida winter months! With summer’s arrival, typically many families head out for other summertime destinations and retail business in town slows down.

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SPA SERENITY // summer indulgence

Green is not just Earth Day in April, it’s a way to bring consciousness all year long - conserve, reuse and recycle.

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Open Seven Days for Lunch & Dinner

DIRECTORY go•to•guide : everything local

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Board Members for 2010-11, with State Representative Julio Robaina (L-R): Tami Aisenstat of Elements of Time; Brandon Laurie, Richard-Brandon Company; Rene Aldonza & Veronica Flores, FNBSM; Julio Robaina; Amy Donner, Community Newspapers; Ed dellaTorre, Ed’s Bootcamp; Alein Cadalso, The Shops at Sunset Place; Mariangie Vasquez, Splitsville; Mary Scott Russell, Chamber South.

* leadership recognized The Red/Sunset Merchants Association held its Installation of Officers for 2010-11 at the First National Bank of South Miami. Sponsored by T-Mobile, guests enjoyed a buffet presented by Mojito Grill. Former Mayor and State Representative Julio Robaina inducted the board. Photo boxes (clockwise): RSMA President Amy Donner with T-Mobile’s Ryan Clark and Rita Borbon, of Saveso.com. Cool-de-Sac’s Amy Madson (L) and GiaTech’s Vivian Conterio (R) join FNBSM’s leadership team. Ace Hardware’s Ceci & Dan Hitchcock among the guests at the buffet. Mojito Grill’s Virginia Guanchez with Julio Robaina and Amy Donner.

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SoMi’s own Mack Cycle & Fitness, a Top 100 USA Bicycle Retailer, sponsored the last event of Bike Miami Days in Coconut Grove. Mack’s owner Mary Jane Mark presented a cruiser bicycle for Miami City Hall to Mayor Tomas Regalado and Commission Chair Mark Sarnoff.

One of the projects Mack Cycle sponsors is Youth Bike at Tacolsky. Organizer Roger Horne and bike mechanic Rick Page with Larry Donalson, 13; Jason Mitchel, 10, Jaquan Ivy, 6; Jabarie Jackson, 11; Charles Williams, 12.

Professional Bank hosted a “Wine & Wishes” reception to benefit the Make-a-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida. Guests enjoyed a wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres, while bidding on a silent auction. Proceeds help bring joy to children with life-threatening illnesses. The bank presented a $1000 check to the foundation. Photo on left is Daniel R. Martinez, Senior VP presenting the donation to Brenda Yester of the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

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a winning TEAM South Miami Police Explorer Unit 256 recently took home the honors of first place overall in the 2010 Explorer Post Competition in Miami-Dade County. The competition brings together Explorer Posts from agencies throughout the county for a three - day program, consisting of testing their skills in Crime Scene Investigation, Domestic Violence, Search and Arrest Procedures and other typical enforcement matters. “It’s the first time this Explorer Post has been awarded first place in the local competition and the post’s very first time going to the national competition to take place in Atlanta this July” said SMPD Det. Michael Weissberg, one of the group’s advisors. Certainly their training over the year has paid off for Explorer Post 256.

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The Shops at Sunset Place

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“Where everyone is family” The State of Our Local Economy As the country seems to be slowly recovering its financial footing, we hear from three locals who have a clear sense of the business pulse of the SoMi community. Amy Donner is the President of the Red Sunset Merchants Association and is also a marketing consultant and realtor. Alein Cadalso, General Manager of the Shops at Sunset Place, has a particularly clear view of the retail landscape in our area. And Mary Scott Russell, the president of Chamber South shares her broad perspective on the financial stability and outlook of our community. The question in many locals minds is, of course, ‘how’s the local economy doing?’, and the answers are positive, with some minor exceptions. Amy Donner sees the economy as definitely on the upswing overall, acknowledging that while some businesses are achieving record sales, a number of businesses that had been in the community for some time have now disappeared. This makes her outlook particularly positive, as she notes that the great mix of businesses and the changes that have resulted from the poor economy have actually strengthened and streamlined those left standing, while the availability of space at good prices has brought in great new players. Alein Cadalso’s outlook is ‘cautiously optimistic,’ mentioning that while he does see light at the end of the tunnel, the picture is also a bit mixed. He feels the increased traffic the shops have seen will translate into better sales, and while he feels optimistic about that, he also mentions that although many businesses are thriving others haven’t or won’t survive the downturn. Mary Scott Russell is also optimistic about the local economy and feels that businesses have outlasted the worse and

are beginning to thrive and come into their own now. She is also very excited about new businesses opening in the area and about the liveliness and appeal of the scene in SoMi. Marketing and re-branding seem to be in everyone’s mind as the future of the area becomes the topic of discussion. Amy is very excited about the Red Sunset Merchants’ Association’s plans to launch a major marketing campaign aimed at increasing business and targeted toward cementing tourist and business perception of the area as a destination that is both distinctive as well as inclusive of all the amenities of other successful neighboring cities. Another focus of the campaign will be to make the tools of the internet, such as online shopping and social media access available to local businesses. Alein also sees increased, more focused marketing particularly geared toward tourists, as an important focus for the community to build a solid future. Mary Scott looks ahead and feels that some of the new marketing initiatives being launched and the South Miami business community’s commitment to bolstering independent businesses will see the area through and propel it into great near- and long-term economic development. The outlook for the area is definitely optimistic, and the business community has adapted and come out of the other end of the tunnel leaner and savvier than ever before. As the community moves into the future, we can definitely look for SoMi to continue to grow as one of the great destinations in Miami while still retaining its down-home friendly feel. Christian Torok

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The Explorers are comprised of high school students who are interested in pursuing careers in law enforcement, fire service, military and other leadership professions. The Explorers operate like a small Police department. They have a ranking system and they follow a chain of command. The new recruit must be between the ages of 14 to 19 years old. The recruits commit to attending every meeting, training and event the post has while maintaining a minimum of a 2.0 grade point average. The Explorer Post is also all about service to the community. These youngsters assist at our art festivals, the Safe Streets Halloween, Parade of the Elves, The King Pins Challenge and other community events. Additionally the Post has assisted the South Miami Drug-Free Coalition in Project Sticker Shock – a program targeted at convenience stores, reminding consumers not to buy alcohol for under age individuals.

From left to right, first row: Sgt. R. Perez, Explorer D. Roman, Explorer E. Cabeza, Explorer J. Villatorro. Second row: Explorer I. Villajuan, Explorer J. Zamabrana, Explorer R. Grandes, Major C. Zambrana. Third row: Det. J. Mendez, Lt. D. Celis, Explorer D. Hames, Explorer M. Saldivar. Back: Capt. J. Blain

The Post is responsible for their own fundraising to pay charter dues, equipment and attending the various competitions. On a recent Saturday, we found the Post collecting funds at the intersection of US1 and Red Road. According to Det. Joe Mendez, another advisor, the group raised about $700 that afternoon. Det Mendez reports, “That may seem like a lot, but keep in mind that it cost the post approximately $300 to equip one Explorer and approximately $450 to equip one Honor Guard.” JOHN EDWARD SMITH

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If you’d like to help our Explorer Post, donations should be made to: South Miami Police Explorers Post 256, and mailed to: South Miami Police Department, 6130 Sunset Drive, South Miami, FL 33143, Attn: Det. J.Mendez. Your contribution will be used to purchase uniforms, equipment, training material as well as for local, state, and national competition

Explorers in the community Top photo: Project Sticker Shock. Middle photo: Raising money to support the post. Bottom photo: Serving up cotton candy at the Weed & Seed Fun Day.

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SUSTAINABLE SOMI AN ENVIRO-SERIES FULL OF EARTH-FRIENDLY SUGGESTIONS

15 Ways to Go Green FIU Emeritus Professor Jack Parker Shares Useful Green Tips On average, Parker says, each Floridian produces an annual 24 tons of CO2 (which is the leading cause of global warming), most of it through fossil fuel consumption at home and on the road. The 15 green tips that follow are some of the best energy efficiency measures that we can take to lower our emissions and our electric and gasoline bills.

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consumption can be reduced by up to 40 percent by doing all of the following: 1. Plant five drought-resistant native shade trees (such as oaks or gumbo limbos) on the east, south and west sides of the house so that mature canopies will be adjacent to the house. 2.Upgrade the insulation and, after duct testing, plug any leaks in A/C ducts.

A founding faculty member of the departments of Environmental Studies and Chemistry, Jack Parker, who retired last January after thirty-five years of service to FIU, wrote this article for the Golden Panthers Alumni Magazine.

9. For each domestic airplane trip, donate $25 to solarcookers.org for a carbon offset of your CO2 emissions. This organization provides solar cookers to women in the developing world thereby reducing soot/carbon emissions as well as poverty, lung disease and deforestation. The most important

green purchases you can make are:

10.A solar water heater, which can save about $300/year and reduce water heating by 70 percent or more (current tax credits provide an 18 percent tax-free return on your investment), 11. Compact fluorescent bulbs for all frequently used light fixtures, 12. A slightly smaller high-efficiency air conditioner (SEER of 16+), 13. A compact, safe, high-mileage car, particularly a hybrid,

3. Install ceiling fans in all frequently occupied rooms – particularly bedrooms – and raise A/C thermostats by 2 degrees for the same comfort level.

South Miami elected officials with State of Florida CFO Alex Sink. (L-R): Commissioner Walter Harris, Vice Mayor Valerie Newman, CFO Alex Sink, Mayor Philip K. Stoddard, Commissioner Brian D. Beasley.

14. Energy star appliances, particularly clothes washers and refrigerators.

4. Install a light, reflective roof or coat current roof with reflective coating.

15. Cloth shopping bags, particularly for groceries, to reduce pollution while educating others about the need to care for our planet.

5. When away for more than a few hours, set A/C thermostats to 83 degrees or turn off the units.

Finally, eating less meat--particularly beef—significantly reduces your greenhouse gas emissions and is healthier for you.

Automobiles produce about a pound of CO2 per mile driven, so: Published in SoMiMAG with permission of FIU. 6. Inflate tires to the maximum listed on the tire (usually 35psi). This can reduce gasoline use and carbon emissions by up to 5 percent. 7. Keep the trunk as empty as possible. 8. Combine shopping trips: a warmed-up car is much more efficient.

City of South Miami Green Task Force website: www.greensouthmiami.com.

* converging on tally Elected officials from Miami-Dade County descended on the State Capitol for Miami-Dade Days. In between the grand paella reception hosted by the county Tourism Department and the “Mambo Kings Party” in a local park, officials met with various cabinet officers and departments. Of significance to the local area of South Miami, Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay and Cutler Bay were discussions regarding FPL powerline routes. Photo Boxes (above right): Commissioner Harris and Vice Mayor Newman with Governor Charlie Crist. SMPD Detective Henry Gusman singing the National Anthem at the Awards Luncheon. (above) State Representative Julio Robaina, County Commissioner “Pepe” Diaz and former SM Parks Director (and now City Manager for Bisccayne Park) Ana Garcia live on stage at the Mambo Kings event.

coalition’s NEW LEADER

herding ON SUNSET

The South Miami Drug-Free Coalition recently had a change of leadership. Javier Hernandez-Lichtl, former CEO of South Miami Hospital, addresses the members of South Miami Drug-Free Coalition as he prepares to pass leadership of the group to Kathy Sparger, Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at the hospital, both pictured here with Coalition Director Margaret Prinzavalli Sotham. Hernandez-Lichtl served as coalition chair for a year. Sparger, in addition to serving as the hospital’s top nursing administrator, oversees the Addiction Treatment Center. In her new role as coalition chair, she will help direct the planning and implementation of prevention programs in South Miami as well as help to create strategic partnership with other prevention providers in the county.

If you happened to walk by Gables Rugs sometime over the past seventeen years, you would have noticed a stuffed Angora goat in the window sitting on an oriental rug. Now, tending the goat is a real live Shetland herder named Zeus. So don’t be surprised if the goat doesn’t move, but you see Zeus herding around the window. A new addition for Rose Kondralian, the three-year old Zeus comes to work with her every day.

If you have a business in town and bring your dog to work, take a pic and send it on….

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HATS OFF TO THE SUMMER! SUMMER HAS ARRIVED!!! Beach, boat days, Bimini trips and regattas are always a weekend event in our sunny city. It’s time to shed our clothes and spend the days in flip flops and bathing attire -- you never know when you might want to take a quick dip!!! For men, this season’s hot look is the new line of swimwear by VILEBREQUIN. With an array of new designs and prints, the classic French resort wear company has taken a spin to the Aloha State and now has adorned its classic Mediterranean-cut swim trunks with hibiscus flowers and tiki men, all done in traditional Maori design.

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Its now time to have fun, tan, and look amazing in barely anything – it’s the gift of living in such a tropical city!!!

Another hot item to be caught sporting this summer is straw fedoras and Panama hats, popularly worn in Miami during the Art Deco period. Chic and stylish, as seen on the runways of Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, and other popular sportswear designers, the use of a hat is key in any day or night summer outfit. These accessories go well with a nice pair of vintage Ray-Ban Wayfarers and cool elastic bead bracelets. Be it wood, stones, or metal beads, stack them up and make a statement. Ladies, I don’t need to tell you how to look sexy in a bathing suit because that’s what you do best! Being South Floridians, our women have it down to a science. Just as for men, the straw fedoras and Panama hats are all the rage. Bikinis, of all types are staple pieces. Whether classic bandeau tops, two pieces, onesies, or geometric cuts, these styles look great on sun-kissed bodies. A must-have for the summer is a big, sexy beach bag. Thankfully, Tory Birch, Louis Vuitton, Prada, and Gucci have taken care of that with big plastic totes ready to fit all of your belongings into for that fun day out on the water.

Local artists interested in participating in the Season III of ArtNight South Miami (October 2010 – March, 2011) and those interested in volunteering to make Don’t forget, just because you are wearing a bikini doesn’t mean that’s the only thing you have to wear. Bangle bracelets and bead bracelets “look a stunner” with that cute two-piece. Cute Charm necklaces and initial plates also help accentuate your upper hemispheres. Its now time to have fun, tan, and look amazing in barely anything – it’s the gift of living in such a tropical city!!! Who would trade that for anything else??? Wishing you all a stylishly-fab summer! We will meet again in the fall, when I’ll bring you the freshest looks from London, Milan, and Paris.

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Often times a tag line is a crucial part of a branding campaign. SOMImag is promoting a campaign to give YOU the opportunity to showcase your creative skills and come up with a new tag line for SOMItown.

Over the course of the year, you’ve certainly seen “SOMI” popping up all around. It began with certain businesses over the past four years, a construction project, a new charter school and more. SOMI is catching on.

Difference... Where Excellence and Friendly Personal Service are Still Valued Qualities.”

With the launch of the re-branded magazine this past October 2009, we invited our readers to create a tagline for SOMItown. This is the abbreviated version of South Miami “Town Center,” which name was adopted (rather than “Downtown South Miami”) and originally proposed by the Mayor’s Marketing Task Force in 1996, to convey a more “hometown” image recognizing our unique boutiques and fine restaurants here in South Miami.

Several readers had responded and we have some good ideas afloat. Here’s a short list: “SOMI, the place to be...” “SOMI ...is So ME!” “By Day, By Night - It’s Just Right…” While we thought we would have this all wrapped up in the early part of the year, the tagline review committee of marketing professionals hasn’t passed final judgment, and suggested running this out there again.

Right now, we opted for the tagline “It’s Where You Belong.”

So, it’s back to you again… More recently, the City Manager’s Economic Development Committee (2004) put the tagline on South Miami Town Center - “Experience the

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Put your creative hat on and shoot us your tagline idea. You could win a $500 shopping spree. And if you’re not that creative but enjoy a good party, let us know. We’re planning on hosting a SOMI TAGLINE RECEPTION at the end of the summer. Either way, send us an email to jes_somi@att. net, Subject: Tagline. Get back to us byJuly 10.

A spa can be an urban oasis, a haven in which to be pampered, and a place of rejuvenation. Whether you are contemplating a visit to a spa, regularly take advantage of their services, or would like to know what they are all about, we invite you to take a little trip with us to learn more about some of SoMi’s spas. SoMiMAG exhorts its male readers to stay with this article. If you don’t know already, the services that spas offer are not restricted to the female realm. Massage, skin care, counseling for weight loss and nutrition, and detoxification programs are just a few of the healthy lifestyle choices proffered to male and female clients. Pecan’s Day Spa is a haven away from the bustle and demands of life. This hidden and intimate sanctuary reflects owners Don Vorous’ and Pecan Chamathorn’s philosophy of catering to the client. Through attention to detail, highly experienced staff, and emphasis on quality, Pecan’s has built up a loyal clientele over their 11 years in South Miami, chiefly via client recommendation. The spa menu at Pecan’s includes massage therapy, facials, advanced skin care, teeth whitening and cellulite reduction. Cellulite, that nasty dimpling under the skin that never seems to go away, is treated with a method that is recognized worldwide and was the first FDA-approved technique for reducing the appearance of cellulite. LPG Endermologie is a process that works to reduce cellulite by increasing the blood flow to the skin through “roll stimulation,” softening the tissue, resulting in smoother and softer skin. If this sounds like a woman’s kind of place, it might surprise you to know that 50 percent of Pecan’s loyal customer base is male. They take advantage of Pecan’s numerous services, including massage. According to Vorous, “We have a dedicated couples massage suite and the best deep tissue massage in town.” At Bellezza Day Spa “making a difference in the client’s life” is the focus of their service. Spa manager Mahshid Loghmani said, “We want to be there for our clients when they need us.”

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THE SPAS OF SOUTH MIAMI Bellezza Day Spa 7245 SW 57th Court 305-284-0669 www.bellezzaspa.com House of Chi Spa 786-274-3346 houseofchispa@comcast.net Lyons Salon & Spa 7500 SW 61 Ave 305-663-1777 www.lyonssalonandspa.com Myra & Company 7313 SW 59th Court 305-661-2381 www.miamispa.com Ohana Spa 7800 Red Road, Suite 119 305-662-1402 ohanaspamiami@yahoo.com Pecan’s Day Spa & Salon 7800 SW 57th Avenue, Suite 120 305-284-8636 www.pecansdayspa.com Vida Day Spa & Wellness Center 5887 Sunset Drive 305-663-1402 www.myvidaspa.com MED SPAS Dr. Jhonny Salomon, Plastic Surgery & Med Spa 6705 Red Road 305-270-1361 www.drjsalomon.com Spa FiftySeven 7600 Red Road. Suite 201 305-668-2857 www.spa57.com

Batoul Sadeghi McDonnel is the woman behind the vision for Bellezza Spa. She believes that proper skin care is an important step in maintaining overall health. A Europeantrained esthetician with 20 years of experience, Ms. McDonnel has been providing topnotch spa services since she came to Miami in 1986. Bellezza Spa’s list of services is extensive and features packages that are specifically designed for young women, such as “Coming of Age” and other life phases: “Bride to Be” and “New Mom’s Escape.” The Hand and Foot Company’s line of products and therapies include a special pedicure for the wheels of hard-driving athletes complete with foot massage. The spa offers an array of personal services, an on-staff plastic surgeon, spa lunches, and a boutique featuring jewelry, clothing, and many top lines of European skin care and beauty products. Additionally, Bellezza Spa has monthly raffles to benefit local charities. “We want to show our appreciation for the community’s support of the spa; we want to give back to the community,” said Ms. Loghmani. Lyons Spa and Salon is owned and operated by Rocky Lyons who has built up a thriving business with a loyal customer base. “I have been in the personal services business for 28 years in South Florida,” said Rocky. Billed as a wellness retreat, the spacious spa is quiet and tranquil and separated from the equally spacious salon. The spa has a full menu of services such as massage, facials, hair removal, hand and foot care, make-up application, and even a special “Junior” manicure and pedicure for young people. Their med spa services include Botox and other rejuvenation treatments provided by an on-call surgeon. Among the spa’s packages is “Gentlemen’s Day,” which comes complete with gentleman’s facial, massage, and sports manicure, and special packages for the bride, groom and bridal party. Also, the salon offers a 20 percent discount to FIU and UM students for their first visit. “We have everything except exercise and food,” said Rocky. House of Chi Spa offers a menu of spa services but with a twist. According to owner and esthetician Marie Theresa Davis, her spa is “mobile.” Brides, home-bound clients, and those who may be shy about going to a spa are just a few of the clients who can benefit from Ms. Davis’ holistic and natural-ingredient-based spa products brought to a home or event venue. She focuses on making her clients more youthful looking through a variety of treatments, exercise, and detoxification of the body.

If you’ve decided you have outgrown the butterfly tattoo on your ankle, House of Chi can help with that. “EliminInk” is a process that draws the ink out of the skin through the use of magnesium oxides and other ingredients. These chemicals bind to the iron oxides in the tattoo inks and lift them to the surface through oxidation. The area is later treated with an inhibitor to reduce scarring. When asked about male clients, Davis said, “They need to be educated about what is available for them, such as semi-permanent coloring of the beard and eyebrows for a younger look.” Last year we wrote about four of South Miami’s spas. This year, we’ve asked them about their services for men and what’s new. Here is a re-introduction to these great spas. Vida Day Spa & Wellness Center is owned and managed by Liza Bolufe, who offers a full line of spa services, massage, acupuncture therapy, and wellness programs. Liza’s skincare treatments are among her signature services. Spa treatments for men include Balneotherapy, massage, facials, and pedicure and manicure reflexology. Balneotherapy uses exfoliation, hydration via a bath in essential oils, and the application of a hydrating cream to clean and smooth the skin. Ohana Spa is known for owner Dionne Corona’s “party ready” facials that will have you glowingly beautiful just before you make your grand entrance at the next important event. Dionne reports that 30 percent of her clientele are men. The services they most enjoy are facials, treatment for rosacea, pedicures, eyebrow “control,” and hair styling. Male clients are ushered right into the treatment rooms in order to make them feel more comfortable. Everyone can enjoy Ohana’s new line of body treatments and great discount packages. New this year is the ability for clients to make an appointment via text message.

to their line of services is an emphasis on make-up lessons, a foot refresher 30-minute treatment to experience between pedicures, and a young adult mani-pedi. Their new chef, Jennifer Garcia, has added other tasty dishes to the menu, including churrasco and shrimp. New this year is a points and reward system in which guests may earn points for online booking, referring guests, purchasing retail and gift certificates, and by trying the promotional service of the month. Points may be redeemed for retail and café purchases as well as treatments from their seven different departments. Dr. Jhonny Salomon Plastic Surgery & Med Spa is based on the philosophies of holistic healing, surgical intervention and wellness. An eminent plastic surgeon, Dr. Salomon provides a “one-stop shop” to looking and feeling great, supplying patients with the proper services, treatments, and education to achieve long-term beauty, youth, and wellness. The spa was the first to offer Thermage almost 10 years ago and is currently the only office in South Florida to offer the new Thermage CPT, the latest technology for the reproduction of the body’s natural elasticity and collagen renewal. Also new to the practice is Dr. Suzel Vazquez to manage the Age Management department. All the programs offered by Dr. Vazquez are customized “prescriptions” unique to each patient based on their profiles. According to Dr. Salomon, Age Management is “what plastic surgery was 20 years ago” and includes bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, mesotherapy, weight loss and detoxification programs, and nutritional counseling.

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Myra & Company is owned and operated by Myra and her daughter Erica Porter. Their spa uses the Connect Concept to bring all realms of beauty under one roof. Erica tells us that they offer a full menu of masculine services: MANicures, gentleman’s facials, manly massages, and “man-scaping.” Added

Looking “Spavelous” In May, South Miami Hospital’s Center for Women & Infants held its third annual “You Look Spavelous” event to introduce women to their services while enjoying a day of pampering. Learning to be “your own best friend” was the theme of this year’s event, which featured television personality Judge Marilyn Milian. Over 1,200 attendees were treated to a day of wellness that included foot screenings (and learning about what constitutes the proper shoe fit), free osteoporosis screenings, chair massages, and the opportunity to have mini-consultations with physicians. Denise Woods, R.N., is the Vice President for the Center and is the person behind the concept of a special “one-stop shop” for the health and wellness needs of women of all ages.

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Summer Wines

Summer’s hot, let’s drink some cold ones!

Let’s start with some whites. Ideal summer quenchers are wines with crisp acidity, lighter bodies and usually little or no oak. The butter-and-vanilla-laden chardonnays are usually also hefty in the alcohol arena and tend to seem all the more cloying and clunky in warm weather. Good choices for summer are wines from cooler climates. Spain’s northern regions offer great, refreshing whites like those made from the albariño grape in Galicia, Txacoli from the north atlantic region and Rueda from the region of CastillaLeón. Each of these is crisp and refreshing in its own way, with albariño often being crisp while retaining a nice full frame, Txacoli offering some smoky, mysterious allure and Rueda (often blended with sauvignon blanc) being often grassy with a very crisp finish. Right across the border, Vinho Verde, from Portugal, offers a zippy, light and refreshing white that often has a slight hint of sweetness and fizziness. France also offers some great, fresh whites, particularly from the Loire Valley, such as the crisp, light sauvignon blancs from Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, and the even lighter whites from Muscadet de Sevre-et-Maine – all refreshing, crisp and honest drinks. Italy offers the ubiquitous Pinot Grigio (best when sourced from the northern regions of the country) and Gavi from Piedmont, which also offers great refreshment value, often with a touch of elegance. Germany’s rieslings are always great thirstquenchers with their great combination of tart flavors and sweet finishes. Bubblies are great for obvious reasons. When the purpose is to quench thirst simplicity often trumps opulence, and

so the simpler bubblies tend to be the ideal drinks for summer. Prosecco is sweeping the nation with its great mix of fruit flavors and outstanding crispness and looks to be the number one sparkler for some time to come. Consume it super cold. Another great one to try, also from Italy, is Moscato d’Asti, a sweet semi-sparkling wine that makes a great drink any time of day. Chill it in the fridge and finish it off in the freezer for fifteen minutes. You’ll want to drink it everyday! White Zinfandel is on the decline, and for good reason – try something different for pinks and you’ll be duly rewarded. The best rosés to chill with are dry ones, and the best ones come from Spain and France, although other countries are also producing some nice examples. From Spain, Rioja rosé is a great drink, and, while the classics come from the area of Navarra, most Spanish rosés make for clean, honest and refreshing allies against the heat. From France, the classic is Tavel and Rosé de Provence, although here, again, there are many great examples in almost every region. Argentina has put out some interesting (and beefy) malbec rosés and the US also has some interesting examples made on the dry side. Light reds, like Beaujolais and lighter pinot noir based reds from France can also be consumed slightly chilled and can be very cooling and soothing in the heat.

chef’s TABLE CO-OWNERS cynthia lamaa & christopher aminino RESTAURANT Marhaba Meditterrean Restaurant FACT Marhaba has been serving our area for six years.

So these are some of the options to keep you cool this summer while bbq-ing, gardening or just plain soaking up the sun. Cheers!so ask your local sommelier or wine expert for recommendations. Enjoy!

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* Poolside Party Over sixty guest enjoyed a poolside reception at Pikkolo Mondo (located at the former Bernie’s Steakhouse) for a joint Chamber South and SoMiMAG issue release event. Guests enjoyed superb Italian appetizers and Pikkolo Mondo’s famed Panna Cotta. Photo Boxes above: Mayor Stoddard with South Miami residents local artist Ron Shelley with wife Donna, a contributing writer to SoMiMAG. Chamber South board member Jeff Flanagan catching up with the ladies in attendance.

moonlight Concert

The Tropical Audobon Society of South Florida, located at The Doc Thomas House on Sunset Drive hosted their final Moonlight Concert for the season in May. Guests enjoyed the sounds of Nightscape while also taking in a silent auction to benefit the Tropical Audobon Society. The concept series will continue come the fall.

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The second season of SoMi Artwalk© concluded in May. Among the artists featured were students from MacArthur South, who exhibited at The Wirtz Gallery and artist Sandy Levi who showcased her work at RE/MAX Advance Realty.

Shown above are MacArthur students being presented with the ArtNight t-shirts: Colin Melendez, 17; faculty member Janis Klein-Young, Aaron Dye, 16; FNBSM’s Veronica Flores; Principal Cynthia Valdez-Garcia; Robert Pew, 17; Alex Cedeno, 17; Dale Webster, 18. and On the Spot Tees’ Tina Morton, who donated the shirts. Photos above: RE/MAX’s Anthony Askowitz with artist Sandy Levi. Chamber President Mary Scott Russell arrives to ArtNight in a powder blue 1975 Eldorado convertible.

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CULTURE Over the summer months, The Wirtz Gallery will be presenting their usual monthly exhibitions. For June, the gallery will showcase Works by the Tropical Botanic Artists. The exhibit “Delights of Nature” will feature over 60 works in watercolor, graphite and mixed media.

Chorisia Speciosa Pauline Goldsmith Watercolor on Arches paper 2009

The works are richly detailed studies of plants, many from the collection of Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden.

ART NIGHT SOUTH MIAMI

If you enjoy walking around town, seeing works by local artists, taking in some jazz then SoMi Artwalk® is for you. Plans are being made for our third season coming up, starting in October. ArtNight is a featured event of the Red Sunset Merchants Association.

In July, a Traveling Art Exhibit of Sobe Sober™ will be hosted at the Gallery. It is an awareness campaign focusing on the dangers of underage drinking and underage binge drinking in South Florida. The Sobe Sober™ campaign was created in 2005 by DFYIT (Drug Free Youth in Town, Inc.) to bring attention to the growing use of alcohol by minors. Each year, students in Miami-Dade and Broward County middle and senior high schools are asked to submit art work as part of a contest reflecting their vision of the dangers and consequences of underage drinking. This collection of creative art speaks to us of their view of the drinker’s world. Each year the contest winner has his / her work displayed on billboards or roadside banners throughout Miami-Dade and Broward. The Wirtz Gallery is located in the lobby of the First National Bank of South Miami.

MEXICAN CULTURAL CENTER

GET FIT! Pumping iron. Weight lifting. Resistance training. Strength training. Bodybuilding. There are many terms to describe one of the most basic and fundamental forms of exercise that I will refer to as resistance or strength training. While the modern methods of resistance training have come a long way from the weightlifting days of the “strongmen,” resistance training is a vital component to any fitness program. When most people think of exercising, they think of something “cardiovascular” in nature. Perhaps they think of going for a jog or a bike ride, taking a walk or joining an aerobics class. Strength training is often

The Mexican Consulate offices are located in our town center. Attached to the Consulate is the Instituto Cultural de México en Miami, which presents a variety of programs during the year, free and open to the public. The Cultural Center is located at 5975 Sunset Drive Suite 101. Wednesday, June 3 7 p – 10 p at the Cultural Center Develación del Afiche del XXV International Hispanic Theatre Festival of Miami tribute to Mexico Friday, June 25 7p - 10 p at the Lowe Art Museum - University of Miami The Jaguar´s Spots Ancient Mesoamerican Art exhibition from Mexico through Panama

La Galleria del Teatro 1560 S. Dixie Hwy. 305.666.2078

Mexican Cultural Center 5975 Sunset Drive 305.268.4910

Think of how limiting your life can be if you don’t feel strong and confident in your physical abilities or can no longer play the sports or be involved in the activities you enjoyed before. Strength training can change all that without creating the old stereotypes of musclebound men and masculine women.

body fat and burns calories with the use of resistance bands, free weights, machines, and even your own body weight.

Indoor cycling: a class on a stationary bike that burns 300600 calories increases muscle mass and sheds the weight.

Boxing: learn the fundamentals of boxing and full body conditioning. Increase your speed, agility and quickness on a heavy bag.

Yoga: a series of flowing movements coordinated with the breath designed to make you sweat, get stronger, stimulate your lymphatic system and calm your mind. Treat yourself to the overall wellness you deserve.

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velop core strength, lengthen and strengthen your muscles. It will help you focus on alignment, flexibility, balance, and posture.

Zumba: the hot aerobic dance craze set to a Latin beat, Zumba is great for toning, improving coordination and grace, and calorie burning. Besides that, it’s a lot of fun.

cardiovascular and sculpting full body workout.

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Pilates: the objective of this class is to de-

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thought to be reserved for the high school football team and wanna-be bodybuilders. Fear of accidentally becoming musclebound and looking like Arnold Schwarzenegger has kept many people from discovering the numerous benefits of one of the world’s most effective forms of exercise.

Strength Training: increases lean muscle mass, reduces

July 7 to August 1 XXV International Hispanic Theatre Festival of Miami Tribute to Mexico

If you are an artist looking to exhibit, if you love SoMi and want to volunteer to help present the event, or if you just want to know more about ArtNight South Miami, please log on to our website: www.artnightsouthmiami.com or email SoMiMAG Publisher, one of the sponsors of ArtNight, at jes_ somi@att.net.

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Brugmansia Sanguinea Donna Torres Watercolor on Arches paper 2009

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The best way to get and stay fit is to keep your body guessing. Get into the gym at least 5 to 6 days a week, and change your workout routine frequently. Try different classes that will challenge your body and in return keep you motivated and give you the results you want. So get motivated, get moving, and get fit!

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* fun day in the community The U.S. Department of Justice funded “Weed & Seed” program hosted a day of games, food and music for the neighborhood children at the Gibson-Bethel Community Center. Weed & Seed is a community-based multi-agency approach to law enforcement, crime prevention and neighborhood restoration. Photo Boxes (Above): Jaylen Alexander, 7, from Atlanta visiting grandma with a balloon. SMPD Officer Marcus Kinlaw, South Miami Drug-Free Coalition Director Margaret Sotham, former mayor Dr. Anna Price, and SMPD detective Joe Mendez. Police Explorers Dailin Roman and Eva Cabeza busy serving up popcorn.

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E... R E H T G N I E B THE Sunday, June 6, 6 p 5K Run & Fitness Walk In our Town Center starting and ending at 57th Court. For information call FootWorks at 305.661.3008

Three locally owned businesses showcase their best. Isabel’s FIne Home Accessories recently featured a new collection of all-natural handmade products. Exotic woods, coconuts and bamboo from South Amercia are some of the elements used in these home furnishings. Cream’s beauticians teamed up with Edward Beiner Eyewear to do an make-up event for those ladies who wear glasses. Photo above: Isabel Merritt with artist/designer Cristina Santos of Colombia. Photo below: Cream’s Stephanie Pardo applying make-up at Edward Beiner’s.

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Join us in South Miami for our annual spectacular evening of food, fun, games and fireworks at Palmer Park in celebration of the Fourth of July. For information call at 305.663.6338

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on SUNSET EAST Two new restaurants are finishing up construction on the east side of Red Road in our town center, and opening new locations in the former Beverly Hills Café and Sushi Siam.

THE CLOSET SHOP Renowned restaurateur George-Eric Farge will open George’s on Sunset. Similar to his popular eatery in the Grove, George will be serving up French-American cuisine with a flare for the diverse. A native of Lyon, he earned his reputation in South Florida over fifteen years as the chef/owner of Le Bouchon du Grove. The Sunset Drive location will have a full bar, and will initially be open only for dinner and weekend brunch until construction on the adjoining restaurant is complete. George has had a fondness for the SoMi area – he gets a “good feeling” for the small town atmosphere where his business typically flourishes. Shown above is George with former UM and NFL quarterback Craig Erickson who is joining him as a partner in the venture. Photos on the left show construction in progress in early May, and George conferring with Erickson and interior designer, Gisela Martin.

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“I love designer clothing, especially when someone else paid for it the first time.” That pretty much sums up the thinking of Maria Garcia who opened her consignment boutique a few months ago in a 600 sq.ft. space on 73 Street. A bargain hunter all her life, Maria echoes her many shoppers who are taking on the “thrill of the hunt” for designer labels at 50-60% of retail prices. In her boutique, shoppers will find Gucci, Chnel, Harmes, Louis Vitton and D&G labels among other highend names. At The Closet Shop you’ll find clothes, shoes and handbags that you will only find at Neimans, Nordstrom and Saks.

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Moving from 73 Street to their new location in the Municipal Garage was only one of the changes for BLISS owner Marmar. Her extraordinary salon now carries the name “intoxicating beauty” and sports a whole new look and feel. Come on by….

Opening her party store in mid-May, Sparkly Princess owner Massiel Gonzalez was inspired by her three nieces to provide a unique setting for little girl parties and play days. A first time retail venture for Massiel, Sparkly Princess will be open six days serving 3-11 year olds and their moms.

New in The Shops at Sunset Place Coming into The Shops on the second level is a children’s store, Distroller®, which has seen great success in Mexico, Spain and Columbia.

(Photos from Grand Opening Party)

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“Chef Joe” Sinevang and daughter Lena Sumonthee have now opened their new location off of Sunset Drive across from the entrance to the Municipal Garage at 58 Court. Always a popular eatery they have developed a new menu of Asian Tapas Sushi Grill.

celebrating ANNIVERSARIES Three Businesses Announce New Beginnings

ELLA WISH opened on the ground level 7320 SW 57 Avenue | Opening Soon

The long-vacated Beverly Hills Café will be home to Barrio Latino, a family-oriented restaurant featuring a blend of Cuban, Mexican and Argentinean cuisine. Photo left shows the new location for owner Edwin Sheer which has undergone a complete gutting of the former Beverly Hills Café, and will provide additional covered outdoor dining. The Sunset Drive location is the third for Sheer’s concept, with thriving restaurants in Aventura and Kendall.

SPARKLY PRINCESS

After a brief hiatus, Rosana Villasuso returns to Red Road to re-open her trendy boutique in the space presently occupied by Bri Bri. Welcome back to town!

and offers new ladies fashions. Pictured below is owner/designer Laura Serrao with guests at the Grand Opening party.

Felipe Echavarria of Tennis Plaza recently celebrated his twenty years in business and announced a new location opening in the Doral area.

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Justin Wetherill (L) and David Reiff (R) are the 22 yearold brains behind this new service business in SoMi: repairing iPhones. It started simply: In 2009, Justin broke his iphone and fixed it...its been an exciting ride since! Both graduated from the University of Central Florida (UCF): Justin with a degree in accounting information systems and David in Mechanical Engineering. They have five stores, an international mail order center and distribution center which is located in Orlando.

Cool-de-Sac celebrated their second anniversary at The Shops at Sunset Place with creator/ owner Jose Luis Bueno announcing a new location at the Dolphin Mall.

On May 13th Mermaids Boutique sisters Jessica Sierralta & Jordana Schulte threw a street party to celebrate their tenth anniversary in SoMi and inaugurated their own designer label and swimwear fashions - Kai Lani Swimwear. “Kai Lani” is Hawaiian for “Heavenly Sea”.

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Affordably priced chic fashions.

Pili Carerra

7301 S.W. 57 Court | 305.665.6588

Studio LX

5814 Sunset Drive | 305.666.0748 A defining innovative fashion resource. www.grouplx.com

The Backroom at Vigi’s The Closet Shopper

5900 SW 73 Street | 305.677.6675

The Dressing Room

5829 SW 73 St. | Ste 9 305.668.4440 We are a chic, trendy and unique boutique that won’t hurt your pocket book! | Open 7 days. www.shoptdr.com

Everything for everybody is pretty much 72’s culinary philosophy. Mon-Sat: 12 - close; Sun. 4:30p - close www.72grill.com

Gifts and clothing for boys and girls, newborn to pre-teen. Toys & accessories. Personalized gift wrapping. | Open 7 days.

Cervezas

5835 Sunset Drive | 305.397.8125

Akashi

Chef Emilio’s Casa Toscana 37 1569 Sunset Dr | 305.740.5844

Traditional Italian pizza and more. Open 7 days.

5904 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.669.2580

Cafe Bon Jour

7227 SW 57 Court | 305.667.3544

VIGI Miami

6222 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.665.6261

Old Lisbon

Inventive recipes, a cosmopolitan decor, and a seasoned staff ensure a first-class dinning experience. Fine foods, wines & spirits. Open for Lunch & Dinner 7 days.

Origin Asian Bistro

Young Adults American Apparel

5855 Sunset Drive | 786.268.0531

Just LX

Five Golden Rings

Deli Lane & Sunset Tavern 26 7230 S.W. 59 Ave | 305.665.0606 A South Miami landmark, open 7 days for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Late night menu at Sunset Tavern. Tavern open to 3am | Sun-Thurs; 5am www.delilane.com

7214 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.667.1898 Meeting all your jewelry and watch needs since 1983.

Xotica Designs

Café Pastis

7310 Red Road | 305.665.3322 Zagat Highlights: “Formidable!” “Fantasic” maison with “Stand-out” Provencal dishes, Bouillabaisse, Mussels …so close to Marseille. Open for Lunch & Dinner (Closed Sundays) Reservations Suggested. www.cafepastis.com

7209 SW 57 Court | 305.663.5537 Handcrafted & Custom designs

Fox’s Sherron Inn

6030 So. Dixie Hwy. | 305.666.2230

Irish Times

Little Feet and more...

Carrabba’s

Khoury’s

5887 S.W. 73 St | 305.720.4224

Trattoria Sole

Chicken Kitchen

5960 SW 70 Street | 305.668.6363 Serving Mediterranean & Italian Cuisine. Restaurant Bar & Lounge

7315 S.W. 57 Ave. | 305.669.0099 27

Miami’s famed Cuban cuisine family restaurant. Live entertainment Friday & Saturday nights. Open 7 days for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Kyojin Japanese Buffet

7340 Red Road | 305.665.8778

Marhaba

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.740.5880 Authentic Mediterranean Lebanese kitchen. Open for Lunch & Dinner.

7210 Red Road | 305.666.9655 Fitting South Miami kids since 1981.

Mon - Sat: 10am - 6pm

Cavas Wine Cafe

5829 S.W. 73 Street | 305.665.8499

An unconventional dining concept, blends fresh sushi, hip music and contemporary décor all rolled up into one flavorful experience. Open 7 days for Lunch & Dinner. www.rasushi.com

A full service restaurant & bar, featuring global comfort foods and a full liquor lounge.

US#1 & SW 62 Avenue

Mojito Grill

Weekend Breakfast. Open 7 days.

7318 Red Road | 305.661.3663 Ten years, Cuban lunch bar, great pan con-bistec sandwich, cuban wraps, counter, take out /delivery.

Two Chefs

8287 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.663.2100

Buttercream

5946 So. Dixie Hwy. | 305.668.4567

Southern kitchen & tap. A neighborhood bbq joint. Mon - Sat: Lunch & Dinner; Sun: Dinner www.smoketbbq.com

European Corner

5800 SW 73 St. | Coming Soon

Splitsville Luxury Lanes

6022 So. Dixie Hwy. | 305.661.2744

LA Sweets SoMi Café

5889 S.W. 73 St. | 305.667.8872

Key Lime Pie Factory

The Shops at Sunset Place (across from Urban Outfitters) | 305.665.5288 25 Le Royal French Bakery 7370 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.665.6671

5701 Sunset Drive St. | 305.665.5263 Splitsville is an upscale dinner lounge with 13 full service luxury lanes.

Mon-Thurs 4pm – 2am; Fri & Sat: 11am – 5am; Sun: 11am – 2am www.splitsvillelanes.com

Misha’s Cupcakes

Quiznos

6907 S.W. 57 Ave. | 305.661.8868

Qdoba

5748 Sunset Drive | 305.668.3770

5868 Sunset Dr | 305.667.9333

Whip ‘n Dip

1407 Sunset Dr | 305.665.2565

Family Entertainment The Shops at Sunset Place 36 5701 Sunset Dr | 305.663.4222 Visit The Shops at Sunset Place and enjoy a sensational line-up of family entertainment, including AMC 24 Theatres with IMAX, Dan Marino’s, Gameworks, Splitsville Luxury Lanes and Dinner Lounge plus great shopping, including Banana Republic, Forever XXI, Gap/Gap Kids, Hollister, Pottery Barn, Victoria’s Secret and many more specialty retailers. Located at US1 and Red Road/SW 57th Avenue in South Miami. Shopping Line® 305.663.0873.

Late Night Entertainment Bougainvillea Old Florida Tavern

7221 S.W. 58 Avenue | 305.669.8577

BT Gentlemen’s Club

5922 So Dixie Hwy. | 305.663.4567

SALONS & SPAS

Unique flavors and inventive taste combinations. Fresh, greattasting food. =

Smoothielicious

6102 So Dixie Hwy. | 305.403.1700

Power Pizza

7400 S.W. 57 Ave. | 305.661.7388 Low carb, high protein pizza, salads, wraps, and pastas. Dine-in, Take-out. www.powerpizza.net

1548 So. Dixie Hw | 786.200.6153

Morning Call

5800 Red Road | 305.740.6464

Einstein Brothers Bagels 18

6388 So Dixie Hwy. | 305.666.8134

Papa John’s

1596 So. Dixie Hwy. | 305.668.8484

Pizza Rustica

1411 Sunset Drive | 305.669.8181

Siam Lotus Room

5701 Sunset Dr | 305.663.1004

McDonald’s

Bakeries

7301 SW 57 Court |305.740.8118

Other Eats & Treats

6212 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.772.1888

Le Crepe BISTRO

Town Kitchen & Bar

Open for Lunch & Dinner, 7 Days.

1450 So Dixie Hwy. | 305.669.8338

1558 So Dixie Hwy | 305.666.6618

Smoke T

5829 S.W. 73 Street | 305.661.2426

5859 S.W. 73 Street | 305.662.5656

5813 Ponce de Leon Blvd 305.667.2537

Quick Bites

5850 Sunset Drive | 305.667.4114

The finest in Mediterranean & Lebanese Cuisine. Open 7 Days for lunch & dinner.

Casa Larios

5872 Sunset Drive | 305.663.1407

Gables Pizza & Salad

US#1 & Red Road

Open 7 days.

5829 S.W. 73 St | 305.341.0092

South Miami Jewelers

Sun Juice Smoothies

1586 So Dixie Hwy. | 305.661.7658

Dinner, 7 Days.

5796 Sunset Dr | 786.268.8126

Swenson’s Restaurant & Ice Cream

1540 So Dixie Hwy | 305.740.5972

RA Sushi

Open 7 days for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Award-winning Italian eatery, serving lunch and dinner.

Pikkolo Mondo

Starbucks

1405 Sunset Dr | 305.667.1555

Thai. Vietnamese. Malaysian. Japanese 2006 Zagat Rated Excellent. Open for Lunch &

5829 S.W. 73 St | 305.665.8499

5794 Sunset Drive | 305.661.6121 Original designs to accessorize today’s fashion.

RESTAURANTS & NIGHT LIFE Jacadi

salads, pizza & panini.

Five Guys

Outback Steakhouse

5826 Sunset Drive | 305.666.9831 Diva emporium.

Children

Open 7 days for lunch & dinner. Take-out menu & delivery available. www.sushimakirestaurants.com

5701 Sunset Dr | 305.667.6760 Fresh bread daily. Sandwiches &

Johnny Rockets

Top 50 Sushi restaurants Wall Street Journal survey.

Panera Bread

5894 Sunset Dr | 305.666.9392

5850-B Sunset Drive | 305.668.8205

7230-A SW 57 Ave | 305.661.7419 Beautiful clothing and accessories for hip moms and daughters who want the latest looks, the best quality and friendly service. | Open: Mon - Sat www.vigimiami.com

5812 SunsetDrive | 305.667.7677

Titanic Restaurant & Brewery 5837 Sunset Drive | 305.662.7435

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.661.6763

5831 Sunset Drive | 305.663.1937

Giancarlo Designs 30

Best gourmet Chinese restaurant in South Gables, South Miami, Pinecrest & Palmetto Bay. | Open 7 days.

Crepe Cuisine

5840 Sunset Drive | 305.667.3208

Vamp Boutique

5958 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.662.5650

Wendy’s

Dan Marino’s

Thousands of unique items from Mom’s jewelry box in all price ranges. Repairs, too. www.kaganjewelry.com

New Chinatown

Sushi Maki

7201 S.W. 59 Ave | 305.666.9285

Beverlee Kagan Antique Jewelry

5830 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.665.6261

Blu Pizzeri

Jewelry

Miyako Japanese Restaurant

5844 S.W. 73 Street | 305.663.7166

The best of Italian cuisine with the most sophisticated flavors. Open 7 days.

7283 Red Road | 305.669.6899

5731 S.W. 73 Street | 305.662.1842

5861 Sunset Dr | 786.369.1671

The Red Apple 28

72nd Bar + Grill

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Hair Stylists | Salons Bonaparte

5893 S.W. 73 Street | 305.661.3008 31 7386 S.W. 56 Avenue | 305.661.8886

Chics Hair Salon =

South Beach Smoothie

7222 Red Road | 305.666.2153

Christy’s

7364 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.663.3186

DIRECTORY Classic Barber Shop

6226 So Dixie Hwy. | 305.666.5554

Creations Hair

7240 S.W. 56 Ave | 305.661.9990

D & L Hair Salon

Salons & Spas

Nail Spas

Beach Club Salon & Spa

DK Nails

5718 Sunset Dr | 305.666.2917

Bellezza Spa

7245 S.W. 57 Ct. | 305.284.0669

7301 S.W. 57 Court | 305.205.4803

Detlev Hair + Color

Bliss Intoxicating Beauty

5829 S.W. 73 St | 305.662.2944

5712 Sunset Drive | 305.662.7650

Kimmy’s Nails

7209 SW 58th Ct | 5832 Sunset Dr 305.666.5222

Rainbow Nails

Jireh Salon

7400 S.W. 57 Court | 305.665.4247

JV Hair Designer

5975 Sunset Dr #108 | 305.665.6652

Larry’s

1566 So Dixie Hwy. | 305.661.9050

Mazzei’s

5900 So Dixie Hwy. | 305.669.0520 New location for long established salon, and offering new spa services for our clients.

5849 Sunset Dr | 305.663.8922

5838 S.W. 73 Street | 305.668.4659 Boutique-like setting offering excellence in hair and nails. Customer service at its best.

7500 S.W. 61 Ave | 305.663.1777 31

7287 S.W. 57 Ave. | 305.667.7282

Myra & Company

28 Nikita Paris 5832 Sunset Dr | 305.662.9200

Full service hair salon, day spa and movement center offering South Miami head to toe beauty.

Full Services Salon - A team of professionals from France and USA will pamper you in a very relaxing atmosphere. Mon - Sat 9am - 7pm

7313 S.W. 59 Court | 305.661.2381

www.miamispa.com

Day Spas

BeautyFul Days 17

6136 So Dixie Hwy | 305.666.5255 31

Ohana Spa

Pecan’s Day Spa

5604 Red Road | 305.662.6066

Uni.K.Wax

5875 Sunset Dr | 305.663.8383 Unique herbal wax and expert professional services, with a variety of facial and body waxing services for men and women. | Open 7 days.

Miami Golf

5850 So Dixie Hwy | 305.667.6888

Niketown

5701 Sunset Dr | 305.740.0121

Racquet World

6112 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.661.7901

RUSH

Exceptional personal service in elegant setting.

HEALTH & FITNESS

Swim, Bike & Run

5950 So Dixie Hwy | 305.668.5650

Fitness Athletic Republic

In House Design Resources 20

5800 S.W. 66 Ave | 305.613.992

5830 SW 73 St. | 305.446.0486

South Miami Boot Camp The Body Shop

5850 Commerce Lane 305.663.7933 A private fitness studio just for you. Cutting edge equipment, on-site parking, no contracts, elite trainers. By appointment only.

www.BodyShopMiami.com

25 7334 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.667.7497

Kreativa for Kids

Fitness Together

1430 So. Dixie Hwy., Ste. 102-4 305.284.0525

HOME & DESIGN

Home furnishings and accessories from around the world. Design Services. www.margauxhome.com

Firefly Hot Yoga

Mattress One

Pacific White Fine Linens

Art of the Knot

5893 Sunset Dr | 305.667.2000 5A

Artzee Boutique

Metropolis Fitness & Spa

1430 Madruga Ave | 305.772.6009

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7301 S.W. 57 Court #140 | 305.668.6620

Miami Fencing Club South Miami Middle School

Home Entertainment AbiNader Home Theater

5851 Sunset Dr “B” | 305.661.6129

Kitchen & Bath Ace Kitchen & Bath

7325 Red Road | 305.662.8579

5872-B Sunset Dr | 305.661.0605

Floral arrangement designs with orchids and bromeliads in elegant pots and containers from Portugal, Bali, India, Thailand and US designers.

Bhoom Shanti

Royal Oriental Carpet

1542 So Dixie Hwy | 305.661.6500

Sunset Gallery & Framing

Z Gallerie

5701 Sunset Dr | 305.667.4877

5830 Sunset Dr | 305.668.8881

Country French

7259 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.661.0159

Fast Frame

Fine Art Framing

7236 S.W. 56 Ave | 305.661.6635

Furniture Exchange

31 5610 Sunset Dr | 305.665.7065

Lottus Floral Design

1515 Sunset Dr | 305.666.4200

Home Services

6020 So Dixie Hwy | 305.665.5553

Z Mattress

31 5721 S.W. 73 Street | 305.665.1541

Gem Shoe Repair

Clothing Care

31 Ace Home Center 7825 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.662.8579

Sparkling Pools 27

Shoe Repair Sunset Cobbler

7090 S.W. 59 Place | 305.661.1210

5864 Sunset Dr | 305.667.0925

1430 So. Dixie Hwy ., Ste. 107 305.740.5453

5900 S.W. 73 St | 305.668.5718

6705 Red Road | 305.270.1361

Foot Solutions

Furnishings & Accessories

6701 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.421.9421

5880 Sunset Dr | 305.668.0882

7304 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.667.4141

5780 Sunset Dr | 305.661.2356

6114 So Dixie Hwy | 305.665.1618 Train for Life. | Open Seven days. www.mcyclegym.com

Open 7 Days www.footworksmiami.com

Mariner Seafood

Plants & Floral Arrangements

6138 South Dixie Hwy | 305.665.6262

Nadeau

7600 Red Road. PH309 | 786.488.8739

M Cycle Gym

7301 Red Road | 305.667.9953

Whole Foods

Garden Gate

Upscale private fitness studio for those who want something more exclusive than the gym scene. Sat: 6am-3pm | Sun-closed www.scottbaumannfitness.com www.fitnesstogethermiami.com

34 5805 Sunset Dr | 305.662.2663

Margaux Interiors

5829 SW 73rd St. Ste 2 305.446.3665

Gardner’s Markets

786.556.3118

LEED Sustainable Architecture, Space Planning and Interior Design Services. Current practice focuses on South Florida and the Caribbean markets. www.sebastianeilert.com

Design showroom of bath and kitchen fixtures and finishes; decorative door locks and accessories.

5792 Sunset Dr | 305.979.4554

5701 Sunset Dr | 305.665.7846

Expert Shoe Fitters for 35 years. Shoes and technical clothing for all your workout needs.

Your one-stop shopping place to create the dream room for your child.

The Green Monkey

Specialty Foods

Personal Services

Isabel Fine Home Accessories

6840 SW 81st Terr | 305.667.0316

LA Fitness

FootWorks

Med Spas

7600 SW 57 Ave., Ste. 201 305.668.2857

5823 Sunset Dr | 305.661.8545

DIRECTORY

Sebastian Eilert Architecture

6600 SW 62 Ave | 786.525.7802

5724 Sunset Dr | 305.661.3008

Spa 57

House & Paper

7306 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.666.6067

Gracia Barra Self-Defense Academy

Sporting Goods

www.myvidaspa.com

Dr. Jhonny Salomon

1565 Sunset Dr | 305.668.9108 Therapy driven. Pilates inspired. www.physiocore.com

5822 SW 71 Street | 786.454.6974

Strictly Tennis

5701 Sunset Dr | 305.740.0772

5806 Sunset Dr | 305.667.9986

5607 S.W. 74 St | 305.669.1339

5887 Sunset Dr | 305.663.1402

7240 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.662.2887

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VIDA Day Spa

1561 1/2 Sunset Dr | 305.665.2992

South Beach Body Waxing

Robert Perry Image Designers

Gables Oriental Rugs

5863 Sunset Dr | 305.662.1846

www.mackcycleandfitness.com

7800 Red Road #119 | 305.662.8888

7211 S.W. 58 Ct. | 305.665.8440

Top 100 USA bicycle retailer and voted “Miami’s Best” | Open 7 Days

7230 S.W. 56 Ave | 305.661.9181 28

5995 Sunset Dr | 305.661.8363

Physio-Core Pilates & Rehab

Pottery Barn

5845 Sunset Dr | 305.665.9636

The Hair Station

5851 Sunset Dr | Suite C (2nd Floor) 305.662.9201

Lyons Spa & Salon

Talu Hair & Skin

Shops at Sunset Place (2nd FL) | 305.722.6467

Personal Touch Body Waxing & Tanning

Super Cuts

6927 Red Road | 305.662.2622

Closed Sunday & Monday.

Once Upon Sunset

Infinity Waxing Center

Massage Envy

Hair designers for men and women.

Nuova Donna Salon

5600 Sunset Dr | 305.722.2TAN

5848 S.W. 73 St | 305.666.2549

Mr. Robert’s Beauty Salon

Asian Massage Boca Tanning Club

LVS Salon Group

Other Services

5851 Sunset Dr | 305.665.6055

1413 Sunset Dr | 305.667.2256

Magpie

Isabella Salon

Mack Cycle & Fitness

6929 Red Road | 305.740.6070 26

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SPECIALTY STORES, RETAIL & SERVICES

Chantres DeLuxe Cleaners

30 7227 S.W. 57 Ct | 305.661.5525 44 5616 Sunset Dr | 305.662.3737

Devon Cleaners

31 1401 Sunset Dr | 305.667.0721

Dryclean USA

37 1575 Sunset Dr | 305.666.8200

Express Ironing

5820 So Dixie Hwy | 305.668.3114

Architectural Design

MacDonald’s Imperial Cleaners

Castillo Architecture & Planning, LLC

Marios

786.253.5530 Residential, Commercial Industrial, Land Planning and Space Planning www.juan@cdg-cap.com

34 5840 So Dixie Hwy | 305.661.5831 34 5828 S.W. 71 St | 305.661.1530 Dry Cleaning & Custom Tailoring since 1980

DIRECTORY

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40 1540 Venera Ave | 305.661.6126

Oxxo Care Cleaners

Eco - Friendly Dry Cleaning, 24 hour ATM style access. FREE Pick up & Delivery Service. No PERC!

Mon-Fri: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. (24 hr. access) Sun: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (24 hr. access) (next to Whole Foods Market)

Kuts Pet Grooming

5891 S.W. 73 St | 305.667.4440

South Miami Animal Clinic 17 6100 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.667.7238

The Dog From Ipanema

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36 5820 Sunset Dr | 305.669.9220 A glamorous apothecary boutique. Open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm

Cream

www.creambeauty.com

7230 Red Road | 305.663.1712 World famous hair salon for pets. | Open 7 Days www.thedogfromipanema.com

Crown Wine & Spirits

1590 So. Dixie Hwy | 786.621.WINE

Eye Care Optical

Photographic Services Clau Photography

7300 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.665.2353 34

5879 Sunset Dr #4 | 305.665.1445

Fine Arts Photography

Hookah Lounge

7400 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.668.3331

7070 S.W. 59 Place | 305.661.1685

Miami Conservatory Dance Studio

5818 S.W. 73 St | 305.667.5543

Printing Sunset Quickprint

Paper Boutique

7346 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.661.1449

5833 Ponce de Leon 305.666.8066 Serving the South Miami & Coral Gables area since 1980. Self - service copies to full digital printing. Excellent customer service.

Vilar Cigars

5910 Sunset Drive | 305.663.1818

Vision Unlimited Eye Care

1555 Sunset Drive | 305.662.2990

Puritan Cleaners

7390 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.661.3005

Rey’s Cleaners

5829 S.W. 73 St | 305.666.7711

Telecommunications AT&T Wireless

Sylvan Learning

1556 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.668.7855

5885 S.W. 73 Street | 305.665.9226

30 Mindworks 7250 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.669.8383

Just-In Wireless Tysunn Dry Cleaning

Tutorial Services

7209 S.W. 57 Ct | 305.662.2727

1545 Sunset Dr | 305.668.0880

Teleboro Wireless

Tailoring

7322 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.740.4940

Basil’s Tailor & Men’s Shop 10 6001 S.W. 70 Street #C-103 305.666.9570

John the Tailor

T- Mobile

6917 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.740.4476 31

Travel Services

5609 S.W. 74 Street | 305.667.8768

Aquamart

6104 So Dixie Hwy | 305.661.6905

Dog Charm

1562 So Dixie Hwy | 305.667.8284

Doggy Studio & Boutique

5884 Sunset Drive | 305.666.3907 17

5824 S.W. 73 St | 305.722.8800

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Pet Care & More

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Nuevo Mundo Travel

5975 Sunset Dr #107 | 305.670.0800

Other Specialty Retail & Services Barnes & Nobles

5701 Sunset Dr | 305.662.4770

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