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DECEMBER / JANUARY 2010

SOMI CELEBRATES ON SUNSET 10 Where’s there’s always something going on

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Come JOIN US in “SoMi Town” this HOLIDAY SEASON

SOMI MAG courtesy advertisement In support of the members of the Red/Sunset Merchants Association and Chamber South.

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FROM THE PUBLISHER John Edward Smith Before the hussle and bussle of the holiday season immerses us, I wanted to take some time and reflect on the changing dynamic in our South Miami Town Center – “SoMi Town.” Since establishing my image marketing consulting business in South Miami over twenty-five years ago (and where I also live), I’ve had the opportunity to work with area business and civic leaders in developing our business environment. Over these years, our community has continued to grow and be a very desirable place to live, work and play in the center of Miami-Dade County, an urban metropolis.

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Over the past three years, the municipal parking garage was completed and a beautification of Sunset Drive on the west side of US1. New retail and restaurants have opened throughout the area – a good sign of confidence in the potential of our area. While we can be proud of our accomplishments, there are other and equally important initiatives to be undertaken in promoting a cohesive unified image in our business and civic districts - our Town Center. There is a pressing need to work together in realizing this effort, and your input in creating a unified vision for the future is critical – we’ve got much to do together.

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All the best in 2010!

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The building of our town center is a significant “branding” effort that requires a sustainable marketing campaign and other infra-structure improvements that will require support from our municipal, county and state elected officials, commercial property owners, our merchants association, other retail and professional businesses, the

Town Center Clock Tower at City Hall

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My daughter, Ashley Waters Smith, joins me in wishing you and yours a blessed and joyous holiday season and New Year.

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Our “Town Center” district is comprised of the municipality of South Miami, and on the East side of Red Road, the City of Coral Gables to the north, and Miami-Dade County on the south, and features over 200 unique stores, an “urban entertainment center,” our civic spaces, public transit and a renowned medical complex.

chamber of commerce - and you, our shoppers and diners, who walk the tree-lined streets in our “hometown.”

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EAT pop a prosecco this New year

DECK THE HALLS > Paula M. Pinecrest

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I usually get an ornament there each year there as well. - JES ACE Hardware 7325 Red Road

GREAT look for “MAG”! It really reflects our town – which beats out the Grove and the Gables by far. Keep it happening….

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Andrea C. High Pines “The cheese board at Jake’s is the best in town. I enjoy ordering it up when going for happy hour.” Thanks for the lead. You’re right on. The cheese board includes five cheeses (aged cheddar with sage, Pecorino Romano, Manchego, brie and goat cheese with cranberries), prosciutto, veal roll, old Kiev salmon and Czar salami. What a treat! - JES The Gastropub at Jake’s 6901 Red Road

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Gabriella and her daughter Simone recently moved from the Bird Road Design District to our town center. They have a unique gallery of hand-crafted forged iron decor and solid wood furniture - JES FINIS TERRAE 7221 SW 57 Court

Many commented favorably regarding our change-ups as we began publishing our fifth year. Thanks for your feedback. This writer must be in the print business:

I like what you’ve done with the new design. Moving the business directory to one full section is a big plus. But I couldn’t help notice, there seems to be a registration issue with the numbers and the bubbles. Their all outside – is this a printing error? Karl H. Coral Gables Editor: Thanks for your comments Karl. It’s not a registration issue – it’s a design thing. You’ve heard about “thinking out of the box” – consider this “thinking outside of the bubble.” Enjoy the PUB!

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somi mag PUBLISHED BY // TCMC, Inc. ( Town Center Marketing Concepts) JOHN EDWARD SMITH COMMUNICATIONS Published 6 times annually, Distributed to 20,000 businesses & residents, and in guest rooms/services at area hotels. PUBLISHER/CREATIVE DIRECTOR // John Edward Smith VOLUME V CREATIVE CONSULTANTS // Reactive Designs ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR // Mia Almaguer PRODUCTION / ART DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR // José Roque COPY EDITORS // Gregory Guess, Ceci Soli FASHION CONTRIBUTING EDITOR // Juan Carlos Martell HOME & DESIGN CONTRIBUTING EDITOR // Sebastian Eilert, AIA, LEED AP CONTRIBUTING WRITERS & ARTICLE RESEARCH // Rob DeGraf, David Henderson, Donna Shelley, Christian Torok For more information, please contact the Publisher: TCMC, Inc. Postal Box 431597 • Miami, FL 33243-1597 T 305-665-2838 • Email: jes_somi@att.net ©2009 John Edward Smith Communications/ TCMC, Inc (Town Center Marketing Concepts)

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“I’m so glad to see that Finis Terrae has moved to South Miami. It makes it real convenient for me to shop at Gabriella’s furniture gallery.”

Manny P. Pinecrest

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“The folks at ACE Hardware go all out to bring in the most unique holiday decorations which you don’t find elsewhere. The store is so festive!”

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Within weeks of assuming executive responsibility for the City of South Miami, the new city manager, Roger M. Carlton, reached out to the business community in meetings with the Chamber South Board of Directors and the membership of the Red/Sunset Merchants Association.

Roger Carlton addresses the Red Sunset Merchants Association membership meeting hosted at the First National Bank of South Miami.

Veronica Flores, FNBSM Exec. VP, and South Miami resident and businessman Juan Commendiero enjoying a conversation at the association reception.

* city manager meets the red sunset merchants With years of executive experience in municipal government and the private sector, Roger M. Carlton was named City Manager for South Miami. He was Manager for Miami Beach and recently Chief of Staff for County Commissioner Carlos A. Gimenez.

holidACE An early-November tradition at ACE Hardware is the opening of their holiday decoration boutique. Family, friends and customers enjoyed seeing the seasonal displays and taking in some early holiday cheer.

At a Chamber Trustee Reception hosted at TOWN Kitchen & Bar during the week before the 38th Annual Chamber South Art Festival in November, the Chamber unveiled its festival poster. Artist selected for 2009 was Gilda Sacasas, with her winning entry: “Tenemos Recuerdos, Mi Guajira y Yo.” Chamber President Mary Scott Russell does the unveiling honors as the artist and Chamber Chairperson Veronica Flores look on.

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Susie Snipes and George Mayer of Cutler Bay enjoy the evening together with Lois and Bob Deane of Homestead.

Rosanna Villasuso with daughter Marisol taking home a few holiday decorations.

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people in somi HEARING FROM

ANTHONY ASKOWITZ, broker/ owner // RE/Max Advance Realty

LETICIA BERRONES, owner //

GIANCARLO MARTELL, owner //

Poblano Cocina Mexicana

Giancarlo Jewelry Designs

In this issue, we gave three successful SoMi business owners, Anthony Askowitz Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Advance Realty, Leticia Berrones Owner of Poblano Cocina Mexicana and Giancarlo Martell Owner/Designer of Giancarlo Jewelry Designs, three questions about their views on South Miami. Here’s what they had to say.

locals to see the listings and generates a lot of local business. He is also very excited about their involvement in the SoMi Art Walk. Leticia feels that her business ‘adds to the diversity of the area and offers people something different and unique.’ She mentions that her goal is to offer her patrons something ‘authentic, first and foremost.’ Giancarlo is very proud of his efforts ‘to support local artisans and to recycle and update older pieces of jewelry rather than just discarding them.’ He adds that he is very focused on offering quality at great value, and that he offers something for everyone.

Our first question was about the changes they’ve seen in SoMi since first opening their business here. Anthony, who moved his business to SoMi from the Gables just a year ago, was impressed by ‘the energy and the willingness of businesses in the surrounding area to contribute to each other’s success.’ Leticia, whose business has been in SoMi for four years loves the fact that ‘the area is turning into a little dining mecca with a lot more pedestrians and a great blend of people of all ages.’ Giancarlo whose business has been in the area for eight years feels that ‘we are encountering a new wave of consumers that are looking for something more unique, more local, that also offers great value.’

Lastly, we asked them what they would like our readers to know about them and their businesses. Anthony said ‘we are a welcoming, honest office with only the highest quality associates, and our focus is on quality rather than quantity.’ Leticia responded ‘we’re here to stay and we are very proud of the product we offer our great clientele.’ Giancarlo said his business is all about offering the ‘most creative and unique jewelry at affordable prices, always with a unique flair.’ All three expressed a very positive outlook for the area and great excitement at what’s to come in the next few years!

Next we wondered how they see their businesses contributing to the SoMi community. Anthony pointed out that ‘we are the only visible real estate office in all of SoMi’ and that creates a lot of accessibility for

As you walk around the Town Center, make sure to stop by and meet these great local business owners and enjoy what their businesses have to offer! CHRISTIAN TOROK

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CELEBRATING IN SOMI where there’s always something going on In an environment of rush, easy fixes, Blackberries, texting, ipods and more, sociological researchers point to the need for identity – to find a place of belonging. Rather than being lost in a mall of the sameness throughout, people are searching for a “hometown” – someplace unique, with an identity unto its own. South Miami Town Center is that place. We enjoy our trendy boutiques, fine restaurants and tree-lined streets. And to celebrate our home-

town a tradition of special events was created for our “main street.” The longest running event is the Chamber South Fine Art Show held the first weekend of November. Begun in 1971, the weekend event draws thousands to Sunset Drive. Conservative estimates of 30,000 attendees were reported for this year’s show. In 1983, the “Parade of the Elves” was established by the area merchant

association. Sunset Drive is typically filled with over 500 children dressed as Santa elves and other holiday fantasies. Over 80 parade entries include local high school marching bands, Girl Scout and Brownie Troops, church groups, decorated cars and floats. Always a popular event with some 5,000 people lining Sunset Drive, this annual tradition is “the best hometown, homegrown parade in Miami-Dade County.” Held on the first Sunday In December, 2009 marks the 27th annual parade.

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Safe Streets Halloween was begun in the mid1980s in response to the need for a safe environment for area children to go trick or treating. Area merchants are always ready to greet the costumed little ones (and many adults, too) to provide treats.

And over the course of the past twenty-five years other events have been held to attract area residents and visitors alike: Summer Starts Here, Mother’s Day Concert, South Miami Jazz Festival, International Hispanic Concert, and Sundays on Sunset.

The February weekend Rotary Art Show first began in 1984 as a Craftsman Festival presented by the area merchant association and Rotary. In 2006, the event moved beyond crafts to provide an art show, with proceeds benefitting the charitable outreach of Rotary International.

A relatively new entry with a Sunset Drive event is the VW Show. Volksblast is a three day event culminating with a showcase of over 300 beetles on Sunset. Volksblast benefits Habitat for Humanity. A new monthly event which doesn’t require

closing off vehicular traffic is the SOMI Artwalk held on the second Friday of the month, from October through May. Visitors to our town center will appreciate local artists showcased at our area businesses, and get to see what makes SoMI so unique as retail stores, restaurants, salons showcase their specialties as well. The annual events produced over these many years would not be possible without the cooperation of our area businesses, presenting sponsors and the volunteers from the local chapters of international service organizations: the South Miami Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs. JOHN EDWARD SMITH

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TAGLINE CONTEST It’s not TOO LATE! Send us your tagline TODAY!

* balloon boys and girls all around somi Not to be outdone by the Heene’s and their crass publicity stunt, SoMiMAG went in search of our own balloonists here in SoMi. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT Marhaba Restaurant’s belly dancer, ready-for- launch is former South Miami City Commissioner Marie Birts, our own lovable Jarbas Godoy and one of his “children,” Chamber South President Mary Scott Russell with Jose Viera and Carlos Bello of Garden Gate, SMPD Officer Marcus Kinlaw, Vivian Conterio of GiaTech with Baptist Health’s Ricardo Forbes and FNBSM Chairman Bruce MacArthur, and State Representative (and soon to be State Senator) Julio Robaina with Shawn Kelly.

*More SOMI Balloonists on line at www.somimag.com.

SOMImag would like to give YOU the opportunity to showcase your creative skills and come up with a new tag line for “SoMi Town.”

And learn how you can be a balloonist as well.

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Two new area businesses had their debuts on Thursday, November 12: Kreativa for Kids and Artzee Boutique. Located directly north of our town center on US1 in the sleek new office building, friends and family gathered to celebrate and wish them much success.

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Visitors take in the colors and collections of Kreativa for Kids.

Artist Ze Pinto joins Wagner Viana and Marcelo Girotto at Artzee Boutique.

The winning slogan will be chosen on January 15th and its creator will receive a SOMI spree worth $500* of goods and services from our town center businesses!

To submit your tagline: Send an email to jes_somi@att.net SUBJECT: TAGLINE Xotica Boutique’s Catalina Andrews and Dr. Teresa Bello-Burgos join Kreativa’s owner Ana Furniss (Right).

Jazz band performs on outside arcade between the two businesses.

Artzee Boutique owner Steve Barad (center) with exhibiting artists Gregory Kniffen and Mary Sheppard.

*Details of the breakdown TBD

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FASHION HINTS BY GIANCARLO JR.

THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

WITH 20TH CENTURY ELEGANCE REVIVAL

THE HOLIDAY SEASON should be a time to sparkle with joy, and that’s not hard to do with this season’s chilly weather wear. This year’s it’s the jewels lending their sparkle to all those end-of-the-year parties, outings, and gettogethers with friends and loved ones. Here’s how to look your best. Men – the proper fashion lexicon is rediscovered urban elegance. It’s a nostalgic return to the classic looks of Savile Row and Brioni, both once well-known for their tailored suits, skinny ties, bow-ties, scarves, hats, wing-tip lace-up shoes and other key pieces reflecting the sensibilities of legendary men’s fashion houses in England and Italy. A well-stylized jacket or blazer paired with a button-down and slacks goes well with a hat or scarf or both. Such style staples graced the likes of British actor David Niven, about whom it was said: “Aristocratic in his ways and British in his humor, the man of the ironic smile and a thin moustache wears a classy cap.” Emblems of British elegance, caps, hats and bowlers are the look for this season. Like the modern dandy he played in Bonjour Tristesse, Niven knew that the man who wears these fashion accoutrements well exuded innate elegance. Today’s stylish male wears updated an Oxford and moccasins with hat and scarf by day, and by night, easily dons black tie finished off with the essential cufflinks and a classy timepiece.

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Guys, this season is our season to accessorize and in the right ways! The look of big bulky wrist watches takes a back seat as we drop our sleeves and don our cufflinks and shirt buttons.

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Thinner more sophisticated watches with a hint of that classic touch make your new stylized look seem a retro inspiration. White or yellow gold pair well with the accessories of the season, but don’t be shy to throw in that lavish pink gold tone, or an oxidized sterling silver to ever-so-subtly rough up your clean, sophisticated look. Ladies, the look to have harkens back to the “Golden Age” of 20th century styles. This intense, enigmatic and sensual look is created with the restyling of a timeless classic – “The Little Black Dress.” Leading the pack, Givenchy’s offering gets paired with knee-high boots or ankle booties, keeping it monochromatic yet with a flair. The androgynous look of men’s trousers and jacket paired with a sexy pump or flats also takes center stage. Accessories command this season’s looks, with big, funky belts, leathers, velvets, fur hand bags, gloves, neckties, and a layering of darkened metals to add drama that makes your winter wardrobe pop. With a refined urban wear influx, hand bags and shoes are even more accommodating and luxurious this season. Elegant practicality meets lavish and exotic in this year’s muted tones and highgloss patent leather, degrade leathers such as ostrich, or those with cracked surfaces such as weathered crocodile and scaly python. The most exotic skins of this winter are the plush comforting velvets and furs that keep us warm and evoke the power of nature. These bring to mind the theatrical silence of the early 20th century divas and the aristocratic sumptuousness of 18th century costumes. Among the best pairings for velvet are accessories made in traditional gold tones and darkened metals. For today’s look, blackened gold and metals have moved from the corner of the jewelry industry to its center showcase. Black-

ened silver, stainless steel, unique blackened alloys, and even black gold and platinum are now couture staples in many jewelry showrooms. A blackened metal theme adds a dramatic backdrop for gemstones and mixes well with white, yellow and pink gold. Since black apparel is a stylish woman’s staple, slip this jewelry style readily into your everyday wardrobe and creates a divine mix when paired with pearls and other smooth stones. Fashion designers styled this fall’s 1940s inspired garb with a plethora of pearls, from dainty studs to ubiquitous multi-strand necklaces in ladylike, loose white layers or mixed in an array of luminous beads and chains, making your jewelry wardrobe incredibly versatile and wearable during the day or at night. Replacing the layered bohemian loose trend of the past season, this winter’s fashion trend revives the elegance of generations past in crisp, polished looks for winter. With such fashion inspiration, it’s hard to go wrong looking and dressing like proper ladies and gentlemen.

* future fashion insight THIS SPRING/SUMMER 2010 // The sound of jingling coins is no longer limited simply to your change wallet. Charm b ra ce l e t s, n e c k l a ces, anklets and even rings are soon to be sporting vintage coins and imaginary mint. Keep a keen eye out for antique Roman and Greek coins as well as more modern foreign currency.

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SOMI ART WALK ON THE MOVE With over twenty businesses opening their doors to display local artists, Art Night in South Miami is a great way to start your Friday evening. Held on the second Friday of each month from October through May, visitors enjoy walking through town with an Art Night map in hand. Art Night Ambassadors, a group of civic-minded volunteers, clad in bright yellow artist smocks are on hand to assist visitors. ABOVE:

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Guests at the Wirtz Gallery viewing the works of Billy Duffo.

At Poblano Restaurant visitors are pictured with Mexican artist Patricia Valero: (L-R) Dario Pedrajo, Lange King, the artist, Adelaida and Natalie King.

^ CHAMBER ART FESTIVAL Held on the first weekend of November, the 38th annual Chamber South Art Festival brought over 30,000 visitors to our town center. It was a glorious South Florida weekend combined with exhibitors from throughout the country, and of course, great music and food.

The Chamber’s Mary Scott Russell and Chairperson Veronica Flores present the Best Overall in Show to Allen Miles from Wisconsin. In an interesting side note – “the last shall be first” – Allen came to the show at the very last minute ABOVE:

after a cancelation.

< First prize in Photography winner, Marilyn Brown discusses her work.

GET YOUR ART ON Tshirts are available at the headquarters Get Your Art On! T-shirts are available at the headquarters location in the courtyard of the First National Bank of South Miami. SOMI is a featured event of the Red/Sunset Merchants Association and produced by TCMC, Inc (Town Center Marketing Concepts). UPCOMING DATES: December 11, January 8,

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Concerts are free and open to the public. The Church of the Epiphany is located at 8235 SW 57 Avenue (Red Road). The Church of the Epiphany is located at 8235 SW 57 Avenue (Red Road). For information and complete 2009-10 schedule, call 305.667.4911 or email to: epiphanyconcerts@gmail.com

Check out the Mexican Cultural Center for their December and *January exhibitions. Located near the South Miami Metrorail Station

A first for this year’s Art Festival was “SoMi Flavors” – booths from area restaurants.

at 5975 Sunset Drive, the cultural center offers programs, exhibits and special events showcasing the richness and diversity of the Mexican culture. Hours: Monday – Friday, 9a-2p, 3p-6p. Admission is without charge. And take in some LIVE THEATER at the Area Stage Company, *located in the Riviera Plaza, 1560 South Dixie Hwy. Call 305.666.2078 for current and upcoming productions.

La Galleria del Teatro 1560 S. Dixie Hwy. 305.666.2078 Mexican Cultural Center 5975 Sunset Drive 305.268.4910

On Thursday night, November 19, top cigar makers teamed up with SoMi’s Henry Vilar to present the VILAR CIGARS VIP SMOKE OUT hosted at Luis Hernandez’s Linq Financial Group’s outdoor terrace at the Wachovia building in Coral Gables. Enjoying proceeds of the evening was Samantha’s Purpose, a non-profit organization based here in SoMi. The organization was formed to financially assist the parents/families of children with Cerebral Palsy and other special needs children.

jewels OF GIVING

< Pictured are: Josie Romano

Sunset Gallery & Framing 5864 Sunset Drive 305.667.0925 The Wirtz Gallery First National Bank of South Miami 5750 Sunset Drive 305.662.5414

the cycle OF HOPE

Giancarlo Designs annually hosts a champagne reception benefit for the Angels of Mercy Foundation at their Sunset Drive store. His new winter collection is presented. Proceeds from sales at the event go to the work of the Foundation and the St. John Bosco Clinic in Little Havana for their annual Food & Toy Drive. Brown, President of the Mercy Foundation, Christi Martell of Giancarlo, Ady Arrieta and Nayesda Blanco.

AREA GALLERIES Artzee Boutique 1430 S. Dixie Hwy. Suite 107 305.740.5453

* smoky night a great night & a great cause

TOP: Founders and scions of the top USA cigar companies with Henry Vilar. ABOVE LEFT: Henry Vilar and his dad, Enrique, Jose Garcia of Samantha’s Purpose and State Rep. Julio Robaina. ABOVE RIGHT: Marcelo Rivera, Melissa Guerra and William Carroll.

February 12. www.southmiamiartnight.com

MUSIC AT EPIPHANY Wednesday, December 16th, 7:30p. *annual Christmas Festival with Choirs and Orchestra.

D&L Hair Studio hosted a benefit event during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Shown here is artist Michael Trujillo with raffle prize winner Yamel Gonzalez.

When M Cycle’s dynamic “Sister Love” duo of Andrea & Rebeca Cruz learned one of their client’s was a rehabilitation therapist for burn victim Michael Brewer, they set out to raise funds for him with the M Cycle Monster Mash (Mcycle Against Student Hazing)

Halloween party hosted at TOWN Kitchen & Bar. When the night was over, thousands of dollars were raised at the event with more funds received at the gym during the following week. (Shown above is Rebeca at the mic with Andrea.)

raising GREEN The Irish Times shut down 58 Court for the Battle of the Bands. From early evening into the night revelers enjoyed some great music, including high school student groups. Proceeds from the event went to the Palmetto High School athletic department.

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Mountain biking in South Florida?

Yet, despite the lack of serious elevations, those venturing out on the trails will find subtle changes in vegetation. You can appreciate nature up front and personal â&#x20AC;&#x201C; hardwood hammocks, which are home to oaks, palms, deer, black bear while only a few feet from wetlands. There are some great venues to get some rugged riding in: Oleta Park in North Miami; Quiet Waters in Palm Beach; Markham Park in Broward County, Amelia Earhart Park in the Hialeah area. Other off-

road riding proximate to us here in South Miami would be the Everglades National Park, both at the southern end of the park and off Route 41. (And thanks to some aggressive lobbying over the past two years, Virginia Key on Key Biscayne will be developing a mountain bike trail.) Check with the professional staff at your favorite bicycle store to gear up right for your off-road riding adventures in South Florida.

Where to go? Quiet Waters Park 401 South Powerline Road Deerfield Beach

Resources:

Trail Length: 6 miles

Markham Park 16001 West State Road 84 Sunrise Trail Length: 11 miles

The Florida Bicycle Association and FORBA (Florida Off-Road Bicycle Advocates) www.floridabicycle.org

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Oleta River State Recreation Area

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3400 NE 163 Street North Miami

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Trail Length: 10 miles

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Amelia Earhart Park 401 East 65 Street Hialeah Trail length: 7.5 miles

Everglades National Park Long Pine Key Trails

South Florida Off-Road Bicycling By Rob DeGraaf

Kudos to County Commissioner Carlos A. Gimenez, City of Miami Commissioner Marc Sarnoff, Green Mobility Network and our friends at Mack Cycle & Fitness for pushing forward with the Virginia Key mountain bike plan.

Nature Trail length: 6 miles each way Old Ingraham Highway: 10 miles each way

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Everglades National Park Flamingo Area Trails Snake Bite Trail: 2 miles Rowdy Bend Trail: 3 miles Bear Lake Trail: 2 miles

Everglades National Park Shark Valley at State Road 41 Paved Trail: 15 mile loop

INSET PHOTOGRAPH BY: Fernando Weberich

In a topographically challenged area, mountain biking is not an anomaly. Mountain biking (off-road riding) has gained in popularity over many years. Typically the season is during our better weather months from October through May. I mean, would you want to go on a ride into the Everglades during mosquito season!

BACKGROUND PHOTOGRAPH BY: Donald Cuadra

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Assisting visitors to SoMi are the Art Night Ambassadors who walk through town dressed in vivid yellow artist smocks. Below, they visit at Nadeau furniture gallery.

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LEFT: Irish Times with its sidewalk art. RIGHT: At Re/Max Realty’s “homegrown” art night, realtor Bob Gallivan demonstrates some “balloon animal art.”

Showing off their SOMI Artwalk t-shirts are Chamber President Mary Scott Russell, Lisette Benitez, with artist/husband Humberto Benitez and Alicia Zayas.

* somi artwalk a night of art in south miami ON THE SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH boutiques, businesses, salons and more open their doors for an evening of art in town. SOMI Artwalk, a special event of the Red/Sunset Merchants Association provides a unique walking experience in our town center, from US1 to the other side of Red Road.

dinner & DANCING

upcoming EVENTS sunday, dec. 6

chef’s TABLE

The Parade of the Elves on Sunset Drive

CHEF maroon khoury RESTAURANT khoury’s FACT Coming from Lebanon,

friday, dec. 11 SOMI Artwalk

Khoury’s recently celebrated

their 15 year in SoMi.

every friday and saturday 7p-9p At The Shops at Sunset Place in December: Holiday Music Series

dec. 18 thru 20 Holiday Gift & Art Fair

sunday, dec. 27 VW Blast on Sunset The place for live Latin dance music is Casa Larios on 73 Street. Every weekend Larios hosts the best in real salsa sounds. Taking his wife, Dilma, for a “spin on the floor” is Ramon Perez, a local business owner. The couple are frequent diners and dancers at Casa Larios.

friday, Jan. 8 SOMI Artwalk

feb 20-21 weekend Rotary Art Festival on Sunset

spotted IN TOWN After November’s art walk, Andres Pita of local pop sensation Los Primeros (losprimeros.com) was spotted with his date Joan-Maureen Rojas enjoying the night at RA Sushi.

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UN PROSECCHINO PER PIACERE! Some wines are used to being the center of attention, to receiving constant adulation and knowing nods from experts… and some are just as happy providing lots of pleasure, flying under the radar and not emptying anyone’s wallet in the process. Prosecco, the most famous sparkling wine export from Italy is such a wine. Great as an aperitif or a refreshing libation after a hot day, it costs a fraction of the price of other sparkling wines and is often replacing more traditional sparklers at celebrations and events. Prosecco, a virtual unknown not too long ago, has become a household name and is poised to give the higher-priced and more pedigreed sparklers a run for their money. Over the past few years more and better Proseccos have appeared at shops and restaurants, and many of those available this holiday season are truly surprising for their affordability and quality. Prosecco takes its name from the primary grape used to produce it, the prosecco grape, which grows in the Veneto region of Italy, and produces particularly great wines in the area between the towns of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene. Prosecco is not produced using the ‘traditional’ method employed for Champagne and other so-called serious sparkling wines, but rather using the tank or Charmat method, a quicker, less expensive technique that yields wines that are fruity, fresh and clean. While the traditional method requires that the second fermentation (the one that produces the bubbles) occur inside the bottle, in the Charmat method wine undergoes this fermentation in a closed tank, yielding a similar bubbly feel in a fraction of the time. While Champagne and wines like it are known for their nutty complexity, the way Prosecco is made emphasizes the wine’s fruity, refreshing qualities. For many, this less complicated style is appealing, making the wine a great aperitif and companion to light meals, always unobtrusive and enjoyable to a majority of drinkers. In Italy, Prosecco is often consumed for its own sake (no special occasion needed) and is popularly used as an aperitif or as a pick-me-up after a long day at work. Stopping by at a bar and asking for a ‘Prosecchino’ is a great way to unwind and leave the stresses of the workday behind. In the US, Prosecco has been steadily rising to prominence because of its drinkability and affordability. Although most Proseccos are technically dry, they usually contain a higher amount of residual sweetness than rival sparklers like Champagne or Cava. This tiny bit of extra sweetness makes the wines go down very smoothly, a profile that appeals to a large number of drinkers. (Not to spook the I-don’t-do-sweet-wine crowd, these wines are not sweet, they are just a little less dry.) If you prefer wines on the drier side, look for the word ‘Brut’ on the label. Also, Prosecco usually contains a refreshing amount of acidity, which makes it a good food wine that can accompany a meal from beginning to end. Affordability is another important factor, the top shelf Proseccos being around $25 dollars, with many delicious ones found in the $10 - $14 range. Prosecco will likely feature prominently at many holiday gatherings this season. It pairs very well with Thanksgiving and other holiday fare, and is a perfect sparkler to have as the world welcomes 2010 in just a few week’s time. Many fine retailers and restaurants in SoMi carry a variety of these wines, so pop those corks and enjoy the bubbly everyone will be talking about this holiday season!

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Living along Route 1 can be both frustrating and rewarding. We endure the bustle of vehicular traffic that rushes through the center of our town, seeps onto our side streets and often transforms a five minute trip into a prolonged attack on our patience.

Don’t forget to enter your SoMi tag line. If you’re a business owner in SoMi, consider joining the Red Sunset Merchants Association and Chamber South. Go to www.rsmasm.com and www.chambersouth.com for membership information.

However, because we are located near this major transportation corridor, South Miamians enjoy a number of modalities unavailable to many suburbanites across America. Among the options of Park and Ride, Metrorail and Metrobus is the very “Green” M-Path. By using the M-Path, you can reduce your carbon footprint, get exercise, get where you are going and avoid the anxiety of looking for a parking space.

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The M-Path is a paved multi-use trail that runs from downtown Miami to South Miami. Built in 1983 by Miami-Dade Transit as part of the original Metrorail construction, the path provides a course of pedestrian and bicycle travel under the elevated rails and is, for the most part, contiguous to US 1. Not without some shortfalls, issues such as tree routes and potholes were addressed in the Miami-Dade County Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (MPO) latest rounds of surface improvements. The next push will be to improve safety at intersections—a major safety issue for travelers on South Miami’s portion of the path, especially at Sunset Drive and Red Road.

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The M-Path Master Plan also includes improvements to lighting, landscaping, encroachment, and signage (for safety and way-finding). David Henderson, Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator for the MPO said of the M-Path, “It is the spine that completes transportation choices along the US 1 corridor. It connects a large variety of destinations and provides a number of multimodal choices for commuters.”

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More good news about the M-Path is the initiation of efforts to close what is referred to as the “Dadeland Gap.” Under this initiative heavily advocated by the Green Mobility Network (www.greenmobilitynetwork.org) and late Commissioner, Jay Beckman, the South Dade Trail and M-Path greenways will be connected, providing a path from Kendall Drive to the Dadeland South Metrorail station. Included is the extension of the path from Kendall to the Dadeland North station and from there to SW67th Avenue, currently the southernmost end of the M-Path. This will add two more Metro stops and connect areas of increased residential and commercial density to Miami’s downtown via the M-Path.

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what’s NEW in somi town NEW ON SUNSET DRIVE Filling in the vacancies from over the summer are new and expanded businesses which are fast contributing to the dynamic in our town center.

Shanti, customers will find ethnic fashion, jewelry and home décor. Hand beaded fashions and other items are handmade in India, with other accessories from Morocco. Settling on South Miami for their expanded business was an easy decision for the couple, as they often visited our area restaurants. Also, many of their existing customers are from the immediate area. “It’s the feel of the neighborhood which brought us here,” comments Minal.

Anil and Minal Chugani have expanded from their Morningside location of nine years to SoMi with a second store. Bhoom Shanti (“Bhoom” = Earth and “Shanti” = Peace) opened the first week of October. Minal, born and raised in Morocco, is of Indian ancestry. Coming to the States some twenty years ago, the couple first established a wholesale business, before moving into retail. At Bhoom

In mid-October, Tai Nguyen expanded on his mother’s nail salon – Kimmy’s Nails - on 58 Court with additional frontage on Sunset Drive. In an expansive and relaxed setting, four manicurists provide customers (by appointment and walk-ins), provide nail services from Monday through Saturday.

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With over twenty years in the shoe business and with a location in Pembroke Pines, Bella Sole’s owner Adolfo Perea chose SoMi’s Sunset Drive for his expanding business. Opening in mid-October, Bella Sole offers both men’s and ladies shoes. Among the lines which are carried are Donald J. Pliner, Cole Hann, Hugo Boss, Pour La Victoire, Dolce Vita, Cynthia Vincent and Pelle Moda. In selecting SoMi, Adolfo recognized the dynamics of a new South Miami with its many new restaurants and salons - “A trendy place with a good vibe.”

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The Taha family’s Santona Corner is now opening with new street level retail in a great setting. Wrapping the corner around Madruga Avenue is Kreativa for Kids (but it’s not just for kids). The Furniss family business of twenty years, has moved from its 1600 sq ft location in the Bird Road Design District to an impressive 6200 sq ft showroom. With a one-year build out in the Santona Corner high-rise, Ana Furniss opened in early October to meet the needs of her customers from the area. Customers will find a vivid and

colorful showroom filled with furnishings, rugs, pillows and fabrics. She is the exclusive Florida dealer for Stanley Young American & Coastal Living Collections. It’s a great place for gifts for home, kids and teens. Design services for baby bedrooms and family rooms are also available.

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changes… Opening in a small location on 56 Avenue (behind Ace Hardware) two friends from Mexico City, are setting out to bring home

Dr. Georgette Rodriguez-Vazquez (“Dr.G”) has opened her dermatology offices on Sunset

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Dermatology is located in an exquisite setting on the second floor at 6351 Sunset. It is here that Dr. G offers her clients with the most advanced and up-to-date dermatological care available, including medical, cosmetic and pediatric dermatology. Receiving her MD degree from the University of Florida, she completed her residency at the UM’s Miller School of Medicine. After four years of practice, Dr. G decided to hang her shingle on Sunset.

Green House. From a small 400 sq ft store, they provide special home gardening supplies (that you can’t find elsewhere) and offer consulting services for home and terrace gardening. With a passion for gardening they are turning a hobby into a green-friendly business. Owners Marilu Dibildox & Loreto Doucet pictured above.

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Ivan Nunez of Commerce Lane’s Auto Brakes Plus points to some changes coming to his business. See what changes there are in our next issue. Can you guess – it deals with a name change.

Personal Touch, which provides body waxing and tanning services has moved from their 73rd Street location to a comfortable second story in one of Sunset Drive’s historic buildings (5851).

santona RISING Directly north from our town center on US1, folks are now flocking to Five Guys Burgers and Fries. This is generating new traffic into this area. And directly north from Five Guys is the new restaurant concept by the management team of TOWN Kitchen & Bar. Smoke T is planning an opening sometime in December.

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Directly on the east side of Red Road, Chef Emilio di Carlo has opened Emilio’s Casa Toscana. A well-established chef in Miami for over twenty years (Café Ragazzi known on Miami Beach) Chef Emilio and son Beto, provide excellent service and authentic Italian cuisine in an elegant setting. Emilio’s Casa Toscana is open seven days, serving lunch from Monday through Friday and dinner seven nights.

Steve Barad opened Artzee Boutique in early October. It’s where an art gallery meets a little boutique. With affordable framed art, the boutique caters to the new home buyer, interior designers and those looking for something for their home re-decorating. Artzee features a mixture of contemporary and traditional art by local, as well as, internationally known artists. Along with the original art presented at Artzee, customers will appreciate custom framing & mirror needs. As store manager Rene Pereda (pictured above) also notes, “we have a unique collection of three different lines of jewelry from California: Sacred Heart LA, Camenae, and Nancy Greene.” At Artzee you can also find different lines of Lampe Berger, pleasurable fragrances that have been cleansing the air in homes for over 100 years.

A resident of South Miami, Alexandra Borges Mastro, opened Vamp in early October. Located on 57 Court, she offers “trendy, well-made clothes at reasonable prices.” Her collections include local designers which differentiates her from other boutiques. Each month Alexandra plans to feature a designer of the month in clothes, art and jewelry. Fashion has been a passion of hers for years, now realized at Vamp. And what about the name? Alexandra notes, “it is woman, not of great beauty, but has the ability and sex appeal to drive a man to his ruin.” Guys beware! Vamp is open seven days a week. Make-up services are also available for her clients.

And opening on Red Road (former Marisol location) at press time is Miss Pepper. Three young ladies are realizing a dream with their new accessories boutique. Stayed tuned here to find out in the next issue of SoMiMAG who is the namesake – the real “Miss Pepper.”

With some twenty years in financial planning services, area resident Eduardo Coloma (Amoloc spelled backwards) recently set up his offices on 73rd Street. Amoloc Capital is designed for conservative investors seeking preservation of capital through the management of a diversified portfolio of CDs selected from top FDIC insured institutions throughout the country. As Ed notes, “with an emphasis on safety taking precedence over mere profit, we pursue our objective of providing clients with a portfolio stabilizer.”

Willy Quintana’s SoMi Café (Segafredo Zanetti Espresso) is now moving quickly to have an end of year opening. We’re all waiting Willy.

The “French Fries” are back! Part of the Miami-Dade County Art in Public Places program, the fries were removed several years ago to make room for the proposed “Hometown Station” project. Learn more about that project, the newly landscaped area and future plans in our next edition.

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COME TO KNOW SOUTH MIAMI TOWN CENTER “South Miami Town Center” defines our singularly unique shopping and dining district on the east side of US#1, with our civic area, Metro Transit, Hospital Zone, Public Library and hotel on the west side of US#1. The entire area is comprised of the City of South Miami and our bordering City of Coral Gables and MiamiDade County east of Red Road. This is the recommended designation by the Mayor’s Marketing Task Force (1996). Visitors to our area will find convenient on-street parking, Centralized Valet Parking on Sunset Drive and a centrally located Municipal Garage. Public transit is directly accessible at the South Miami Metrorail Station. The best way to enjoy our “hometown” district is to walk our tree-lined streets or park your bicycle at one of the many bike stands.

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Located at US1 and Red Road/SW 57 Avenue in South Miami. Shopping Line® (305) 663-8873

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Edward Beiner Eyewear

5817 Sunset Drive | 305.661.1205 Designer eyewear to help create the perfect impression. www.edwardbeiner.com

5844 Sunset Drive | 305.662.1022

Bella Donna Collection

5825 Sunset Drive | 305.663.2175

Bella Sole

5828 Sunset Drive | 305.668.0662

Peace - Love -World

5828 Sunset Drive | 305.661.6620

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

Lanes

5740 Sunset Drive | 305.665.7353

5830 Sunset Drive | 305.668.8881

Blush Boutique

5784 Sunset Drive | 305.663.7337

Capretto Shoes

5700 Sunset Drive | 305.667.3101

Sirvanti

Bhoom Shant

7271 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.665.7717 30 Lucy Agnes 5738 Sunset Drive | 305.667.2585 25 Mermaids Boutique

Ladies At Ease

7301 S.W. 57 Court | 305.669.5940 31 Kristine Michael

6939 Red Road | 305.662.5757

Men & Women

7308 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.667.5175 Nikki’s Beachhouse Boutique 30 5746 Sunset Drive | 305.669.4551 25 Miss Pepper 7308 Red Road | 305.668.8488

Natasha Leratti

6001 S.W. 70 Street | 305.968.1700 17 Pat’s Bridals 6108 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.661.6889 34 Praia Beach Boutique 5829 Sunset Drive | 305.663.6110 Brazilian, European and American cut bikinis, cover-ups, hats and bags collection of fine semi-precious stone jewelry.

5822 Sunset Drive | 305.661.7767 An old-fashioned full service shoe salon.

Simons + Green

5842 Sunset Drive | 305.667.1692

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7388 SW 57 Ave | 305.740.8008 Affordably priced chic fashions.

Little Feet and more...

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

Mon - Sat: 10am - 6pm

Cervezas

RESTAURANTS & NIGHT LIFE

5833 Sunset Dr | Opening Soon. 26

Crepe Cuisine

Studio LX

A defining innovative fashion resource. www.grouplx.com

Petit Amie

7241 S.W. 57 Court | 305.668.9563

Pili Carerra

7301 S.W. 57 Court | 305.665.6588

The Backroom at Vigi’s

5731 S.W. 73 Street | 305.662.1842

The Dressing Room

5829 SW 73 St. | Ste 9 305.668.4440

The Red Apple

Akashi

7283 Red Road | 305.669.6899

Alta Cocina

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

A stylish flare to traditonal home -style favorities. www.altacocinarestaurant.com

Beverlee Kagan Antique Jewelry

5831 Sunset Drive | 305.663.1937

VIGI Miami

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

Five Golden Rings

American Apparel

5855 Sunset Drive | 786.268.0531

Just LX

5826 Sunset Drive | 305.666.9831 Diva emporium.

Giancarlo Designs

5881 Sunset Drive | 305.662.1755 A chic children’s boutique offering hip, unique apparel, accessories, and gifts for newborns to 6 year- olds.

South Miami Jewelers

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

Carrabba’s

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

Khoury’s

5887 S.W. 73 Street | 305.720.4224 The finest in Mediterranean & Lebanese Cuisine. Open 7 Days for lunch & dinner.

7209 SW 57 Court | 305.663.5537 Handcrafted & Custom designs 25

7320 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.668.8210 27

5872 Sunset Drive | 305.663.1407

Cavas Wine Cafe

Authentic Mexican cuisine. Mariachis on weekend nights. Serving Lunch,

www.poblanococinamexicana.com

6212 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.772.1888 25

5829 S.W. 73 Street | 305.665.8499

Marhaba

Chef Emilio’s Casa Toscana 37

Authentic Mediterranean Lebanese kitchen. Open for Lunch & Dinner.

editerranean he best of Italian cuisine with the most sophisticated flavors. Open seven days.

5850-B Sunset Dr. | 305.740.9087 Tues - Sat and Dinner, Tues - Sun. Sunday Brunch (11am - 2pm)

Kyojin Japanese Buffet

1569 Sunset Dr. | 740.5844

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.740.5880

RA Sushi

Titanic Restaurant & Brewery

Five Guys

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. Bar open daily until 1am or later. Happy Hour: Mon - Sat 3pm-7pm Flying Fish Lounge - Sun 8pm-12am www.rasushi.com

1450 So Dixie Hwy. | Opening Soon

5616 Sunset Drive | 305.666.8797

Johnny Rockets

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.663.1004

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

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Other Eats & Treats

Mojito Grill

Late Night Entertainment

Bougainvillea Old Florida Tavern

Papa John’s

1596 So. Dixie Hwy. | 305.668.8484

Pizza Rustica

Quiznos

7221 S.W. 58 Avenue | 305.669.8577

BT Gentlemen’s Club

6907 S.W. 57 Ave. | 305.661.8868

Qdoba

5922 So. Dixie Hwy. | 305.663.4567

SALONS & SPAS

5748 Sunset Drive | 305.668.3770 44

1411 Sunset Drive | 305.669.8181

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

5946 So. Dixie Hwy. | 305.668.4567 27

5889 S.W. 73 St. | 305.667.8872

Key Lime Pie Factory

The Shops at Sunset Place offers a sensational line-up of family entertainmen, including AMC 24 movie theater with stadium seating, Splitsville Luxury Lanes, Gameworks, Cool-de Sac Play Café, and is the home to some of South Florida’s most exclusive retailers, such as Z Gallerie, Armani Exchange, Mayors Jewelers, Origins, Pottery Barn, Urban Outfitters, Banana Republic, Gap/Gap Kids, American Eagle Outfitters and Hollister.

US#1 & SW 62 Avenue

US 1 & Red Road | Opening Soon

8287 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.663.2100

European Corner

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.663.4222

McDonald’s

7301 SW 57 Court | 305.740.8118

Einstein Brothers Bagels

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7318 Red Road | 305.661.3663

6022 So. Dixie Hwy. | 305.661.2744

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Whip ‘n Dip

1540 S Dixie Hwy | 305.740.5972

Bakeries

5829 S.W. 73 St | 305.341.0092

1586 So. Dixie Hwy. | 305.661.7658

US#1 & Red Road

7315 S.W. 57 Ave. | 305.669.0099

Cozzoli’s

Two Chefs

Swenson’s Restaurant & Ice Cream

Family Entertainment

1549 Sunset Drive (East of Red Road) | 305.668.5683

Town Kitchen & Bar

1405 Sunset Drive | 305.667.1555

Wendy’s

Open 7 days for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Chicken Kitchen

Buttercream

Le Crepe BISTRO Xotica Designs

5959 SW 70 Street (Best Hotel) Opening Soon.

Poblano Cocina Mexicana

salads, pizza & panini.

Quick Bites

5829 S.W. 73 Street | 305.665.8499

Pikkolo Mondo

Sun Juice Smoothies

1407 Sunset Drive | 305.665.2565

Award-winning Italian eatery, serving lunch and dinner. | Open 7 days. =

Outback Steakhouse

Morning Call

5894 Sunset Drive | 305.666.9392

5850 Sunset Drive | 305.667.4114 Great neighborhood pub with great food. www.irishtimesmiami.com

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

Trattoria Sole

Dinner, 7 Days.

5796 Sunset Drive | 786.268.8126

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.667.6760 Fresh bread daily. Sandwiches &

5813 Ponce de Leon Blvd 305.667.2537

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

7340 Red Road | 305.665.8778

www.beninibug.com

Jacadi

Irish Times

6901 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.662.8632

5829 S.W. 73 Street | 305.661.2426

Open Mon-Sat, 10am - 5pm. Closed Sundays.

Bri Bri

6030 So. Dixie Hwy. | 305.666.2230

Jake’s

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

1548 South Dixie Hwy. | 786.200.6153

Panera Bread

Sushi Siam

7222 Red Road | 305.666.2153 29 Starbucks

www.splitsvillelanes.com

South Beach Smoothie

7370 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.665.6671 41 Misha’s Cupcakes

5868 Sunset Drive | 305.667.9333

Open for lunch and dinner.

Origin Asian Bistro

5840 Sunset Drive | 305.667.3208

5859 S.W. 73 Street | 305.662.5656

Benini Bug

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

Featuring delicious Italian food in a charming settting, masterfully prepared and moderately priced.

5920 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.668.8205

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

Casa Larios

Children

7382 S.W. 56 Ave. | 305.668.5730

Traditional Italian pizza and more. Open 7 days.

7310 Red Road | 305.665.3322

Timely and imaginative gifts.

Young Adults

Osteria degli Amici

7201 S.W. 59 Ave | 305.666.9285

Café Pastis

5800 Sunset Drive | 305.667.5556

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

Le Royal French Bakery

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

Top 50 Sushi restaurants Wall Street Journal survey.

Fox’s Sherron Inn

5958 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.662.5650

Splitsville is an upscale dinner lounge with 13 full service luxury lanes.

5812 Sunset Drive | 305.667.7677

Deli Lane & Sunset Tavern 26 7230 S.W. 59 Ave | 305.665.0606

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

Elements of Time

New Chinatown

5701 Sunset Drive St. | 305-665-5263

Sushi Maki

5837 Sunset Drive | 305.662.7435

Blu Pizzeria 34

Splitsville Luxury Lanes

We are a chic, trendy and unique boutique that won’t hurt your pocket book! | Open 7 days. www.shoptdr.com

Miyako Japanese Restaurant

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.

SoMi Café

5800 SW 73 St. | Opening December

5830 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.665.6261

Jewelry

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.665.3052

5844 S.W. 73 Street | 305.663.7166

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.661.6763

5814 Sunset Drive | 305.666.0748

Martini Bar

5904 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.669.2580

Dan Marino’s

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The Shops at Sunset Place (across from Urban Outfitters) | 305.665.5288

Smoothielicious

6102 So. Dixie Hwy. | 305.403.1700

Power Pizza

Hair Stylists | Salons 27

7400 S.W. 57 Ave. | 305.661.7388

Bonaparte

Low carb, high protein pizza, salads, wraps, and pastas. Dine-in, Take-out.

5893 S.W. 73 Street | 305.661.3008

www.powerpizza.net

Chics Hair Salon

7386 S.W. 56 Avenue | 305.661.8886

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 Avenue | 305.661.9990

D & L Hair Salon

7301 S.W. 57 Court | 305.205.4803

Detlev Hair + Color

6929 Red Road | 305.740.6070

Jireh Salon

7400 S.W. 57 Court | 305.665.4247 8

5975 Sunset Dr. #108 | 305.665.6652 44

1413 Sunset Drive | 305.667.2256

Magpie

5604 Red Road | 305.662.6066

Salons & Spas

5718 Sunset Drive | 305.666.2917 30

Bellezza Spa

7245 S.W. 57 Ct. | 305.284.0669

5910 S.W. 73 Street | 305.662.2944

Isabella Salon

Hair designers for men and women.

Closed Sunday & Monday. =

Mr. Robert’s Beauty Salon

Boutique-like setting offering excellence in hair and nails. Customer service at its best.

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5851 Sunset Drive | 305.665.6055

Personal Touch

5851 Sunset Dr, Ste. C | 305.669.1339

South Beach Body Waxing

7500 S.W. 61 Ave. | 305.663.1777

www.miamispa.com

Mon - Sat 9am - 7pm =

South Miami Middle School 6750 SW 60 St. | 305.992.1946.

Miami Golf

6136 S.W. 56 Ave. | 305.666.5255

Niketown

7230 S.W. 56 Ave. | 305.661.9181

7211 S.W. 58 Ct. | 305.665.8440 25

VIDA Day Spa

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

Racquet World

6112 South Dixie Hwy | 305.661.7901

Strictly Tennis

5806 Sunset Dr. | 305.667.9986

Sporting Goods 30

Exceptional personal service in elegant setting.

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

Open 7 Days www.footworksmiami.com

Fitness Together

Dr. Jhonny Salomon

6705 Red Road | 305.270.1361

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

www.BodyShopMiami.com

In House Design Resources

Home Services

Castillo Architecture & Planning, LLC

Ace Home Center

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

7334 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.667.7497 An ever changing collection of thoughtful creative gifts and unusual and distinctive accessories for your home.

7090 S.W. 59 Place | 305.661.1210

SPECIALITY STORES, RETAIL & SERVICES

Sebastian Eilert Architecture 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

The Green Monkey

5792 Sunset Drive | 305.979.4554

HOME & DESIGN

Specialty Foods Kreative for Kids

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

Margaux Interiors

Home Entertainment AbiNader Home Theater

5851 Sunset Dr “B” | 305.661.6129 34

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

Mattress One

Furnishings & Accessories

7325 Red Road | 305.662.8579 Design showroom of bath and kitchen fixtures and finishes; decorative door locks and accessories.

Art of the Knot

5893 Sunset Drive | 305.667.2000

Artzee Boutique

The Oracle & The Amulet

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

1559 1/2 Sunset Dr | 305.661.3781 28

Bhoom Shanti

5830 Sunset Drive | 305.668.8881

Country French

5780 Sunset Drive | 305.661.2356

1430 So. Dixie Hwy ., Ste. 107 305.740.5453

Nadeau

7259 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.661.0159

Fast Frame Design & Craftsmanship, your total satisfaction guarantee.

4225 Ponce de Leon Blvd 305.445.2332 Interior Plants • Baskets Pots • Bronze Statues www.eastpottery.com

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.740.0772

Royal Oriental Carpet

Garden Gate

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.

7236 S.W. 56 Avenue | 305.661.6635 34

Perfect Balance

5900 Sunset Drive | 305.669.8445 Mile High Karate

Finis Terrae 7221 S.W. 57 Court | 305.665.3336 Rustic Furniture, Forged Iron.

Sunset Gallery & Framing

5864 Sunset Drive | 305.667.0925

Z Gallerie

Gem Shoe Repair

Lottus Floral Design

1515 Sunset Drive | 305.666.4200 Flowers for all occasions.

5820 South Dixie Hwy | 305.668.3114

Clothing Care Chantres DeLuxe Cleaners

5616 Sunset Drive | 305.662.3737

Dryclean USA

1401 Sunset Drive | 305.667.0721

Express Ironing

Marios Dry Cleaning & Custom Tailoring since 1980

Orchid Island

6104 South Dixie Hwy | 305.979.1448

5840 South Dixie Hwy | 305.661.5831

5828 S.W. 71 St | 305.661.1530

5721 S.W. 73 Street | 305.665.1541

MacDonald’s Imperial Cleaners

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.667.4877

Z Mattress

Personal Services Shoe Repair

1575 Sunset Drive | 305.666.8200

1542 South Dixie Hwy | 305.661.6500

Fine Art Framing

6701 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.421.9421

Devon Cleaners

5880 Sunset Drive | 305.668.0882

Pottery Barn

Whole Foods

7227 S.W. 57 Court | 305.661.5525

Discussions.

5900 S.W. 73 Street | 305.668.5718

East Pottery Imports

5610 Sunset Drive | 305.665.7065

Plants & Floral Arrangements

Books • Jewelry • Crystals & Gems, Devotional Items • Antiques & Sacred Statues • Meditation & Book

Pacific White Fine Linens

Mariner Seafood

Sunset Cobbler

6138 South Dixie Hwy | 305.665.6262

7301 Red Road | 305.667.9953

7304 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.667.4141

Kitchen & Bath Ace Kitchen & Bath

Gardner’s Markets

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

Oneness Center for Pilates

Sparkling Pools

5830 SW 73 St. | 305.446.0486

Isabel Fine Home Accessories

7825 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.662.8579

786.253.5530

Open Mon - Sat 10am-5pm

5829 SW 73rd St. Ste 2 305.446.3665

5879 Sunset Dr. #2,3 | 305.663.1990

Med Spas

5850 Commerce Lane 305.663.7933

Fitness

M Cycle Gym

5893 Sunset Drive | 305.661.3008

www.myvidaspa.com

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.665.7846

5887 Sunset Drive | 305.663.1402

7306 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.666.6067

LA Fitness

7240 S.W. 57 Ave. | 305.662.2887

1561 1/2 Sunset Dr. | 305.665.2992

HEALTH & FITNESS

Footworks

5823 Sunset Drive | 305.661.8545

5950 South Dixie Hwy | 305.668.5650

5845 Sunset Dr. | 305.665.9636

Ohana Spa

Architectural Design

6600 SW 62 Avenue | 786.525.7802

7800 Red Road #119 | 305.662.8888

5863 Sunset Drive | 305.662.1846

DIRECTORY

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.740.0121

Swim, Bike & Run

Day Spas BeautyFul Days

5850 South Dixie Hwy | 305.667.6888

6020 So Dixie Hwy | 305.665.5553 34 Gables Oriental Rugs

House & Paper South Miami Boot Camp

Miami Fencing Club

Gracia Barra Self-Defense Academy 16

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

Furniture Exchange

5805 Sunset Drive | 305.662.2663

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

atmosphere.

The Green Apple Haircutter

5849 Sunset Drive | 305.663.8922

Asian Massage

The Body Shop

5875 Sunset Drive | 305.663.8383

Lyons Spa & Salon

www.mackcycleandfitness.com

PhysioCore Fitness & Rehab

5800 S.W. 66 Avenue | 305.613.992

7313 S.W. 59 Court | 305.661.2381

in a very relaxing

Talu Hair & Skin

Rainbow Nails

Uni.K.Wax

Myra & Company

and USA will pamper you

Super Cuts

7209 SW 58th Ct | 5832 Sunset Drive | 305.666.5222

Massage Envy

of professionals from France

Robert Perry Image Designers

Kimmy’s Nails

5600 Sunset Drive | 305.722.2TAN

5838 S.W. 73 Street | 305.668.4659

Full Services Salon - A team

Once Upon Sunset

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

5607 S.W. 74 Street | 305.669.1339

5832 Sunset Drive | 305.662.9200

Nuova Donna Salon

5712 Sunset Drive | 305.662.7650

DK Nails

6927 Red Road | 305.662.2622

LVS Salon Group

Boca Tanning Club

7287 S.W. 57 Ave. | 305.667.7282

Nikita Paris

Mack Cycle & Fitness

5995 Sunset Drive | 305.661.8363

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

Foot Solutions

7301 S.W. 57 Court #140 | 305.668.6620

6340 Sunset Drive | 305.271.0710

5848 S.W. 73 Street | 305.666.2549

7600 SW 57 Ave., Ste. 201 305.668.2857

Bliss

1566 So. Dixie Hwy. | 305.661.9050

Mazzei’s

Spa 57

Nail Spas

Beach Club Salon & Spa

Imagos

JV Hair Designer

Larry’s

The Hair Station

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DIRECTORY Oxxo Care Cleaners

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Printing 41

1540 Venera Ave | 305.661.6126

Digital Copy & Signs

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

1554 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.661.6525

Puritan Cleaners

AJR & Partners

Alec J. Rosen, Managing Partner AJR&Partners is an award winning full-service PR and marketing agency www.thedogfromipanema.com twitter: http://twitter.com/ajrPartners

7390 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.661.3005

Rey’s Cleaners

Sunset Quickprint

5833 Ponce de Leon 305.666.8066

Sunshine Dry Cleaners

Basil’s Tailor & Men’s Shop

John the Tailor

Vision Unlimited Eye Care

AT&T Wireless

6104 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.661.6905

Sylvan Learning 41

1556 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.668.7855 30

Teleboro Wireless

7322 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.740.4940

1562 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.667.8284

Doggy Studio & Boutique

Kuts Pet Grooming

T- Mobile

6917 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.740.4476 20

5824 S.W. 73 Street | 305.722.8800 27

Travel Services Harris Travel

5884 Sunset Drive | 305.666.3907

5891 S.W. 73 Street | 305.667.4440

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

The Dog From Ipanema

7230 Red Road | 305.663.1712

Nuevo Mundo Travel

Other Specialty Retail & Services

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

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5879 Sunset Drive #4 | 305.665.1445

Fine Arts Photography

5701 Sunset Drive | 305.662.4770

Cream

Clau Photography

5975 Sunset Dr #107 | 305.670.0800

Barnes & Nobles

World famous hair salon for pets. | Open 7 Days www.thedogfromipanema.com

7070 S.W. 59 Place | 305.661.1685

5885 S.W. 73 Street | 305.665.9226

Mindworks 7250 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.669.8383

www.creambeauty.com

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7209 S.W. 57 Court | 305.662.2727

Dog Charm

Tutorial Services

Just-In Wireless Aquamart

1555 Sunset Drive | 305.662.2990

5609 S.W. 74 Street | 305.667.8768

Pet Care & More

5910 Sunset Drive | 305.663.1818

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

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5818 S.W. 73 Street | 305.667.5543

Vilar Cigars

6001 S.W. 70 Street #C-103 305.666.9570

1561 Sunset Drive | 305.667.8624

Tailoring

Miami Conversatory Dance Studio

7346 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.661.1449

1545 Sunset Drive | 305.668.0880

7400 S.W. 57 Ave | 305.668.3331

Paper Boutique

5829 S.W. 73 Street | 305.666.7711

Tysunn Dry Cleaning

7300 S.W. 57 Avenue | 305.665.2353

Hookah Lounge

7204 SW 59 Ave, 2nd Floor 305.665.5755

1590 So. Dixie Hwy | 786.621.WINE

Eye Care Optical

Professional Services

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)

Crown Wine & Spirits

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