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WELCOME TO FALL, and goodbye to a record setting oppressive summer! This is the season of great anticipation: new NCAA & NFL seasons, premieres of TV network shows, new painful government budgets, school projects for kids (and parents!) to do and so much more…. And in October, we welcome and celebrate another year of your South Miami TOWN CENTER MAGAZINE – or to put it more simply: “SoMiMAG.” As we begin Volume VI with some changes in the magazine, gleaned from our readers’ and advertisers’ input, I want to acknowledge those retail business, restaurants and service providers who have contributed to the success of this publication with their advertising and, in many cases, their personal support over the years. We recognize those advertisers from the past five volumes on pages 7-8 of this issue. I thank you! South Miami Town Center Magazine was launched in October 2005. Volume I was published monthly,
consciously branding our area as “Town Center.” The magazine has continued to grow and evolve over these past five years. From the start we have had a saturated distribution to our area’s retail and restaurant establishments, to residents in Coral Gables, Cocoplum, Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay and South Miami, and to professional offices and businesses in a three-mile area around our town center. As we now start Volume VI, you’ll see and feel the refinements to our marketing product. You’ll feel the new heavier weight quality paper used in our print production. We have our regular features which are popular – What’s New, our coverage of the local scene in our “in & around” pages, fashion hints, our food and wine features, and more. The biggest change comes with moving the area-wide retail and restaurant directory into its very own “sister” publication, a Shopping & Dining Guide to the South Miami Town Center. This is a handy, pocketbook-size of the directory so many have commended over the past two years. I would also like to acknowledge the growth of the reinvigorated Red/Sunset Merchants Association. With that business association and Chamber South, many worthwhile projects for our area are planned during the upcoming year. If you’re a business owner in our community, I
invite you to join and lend the unique contribution of yourself. As a founding sponsor of Art Night South Miami, I’m delighted to invite you to “Get Your Art On” and come on out for the new “SOMIartwalk©.” The third season begins on October 8, and is held on the second Friday of each month through March, 2011. And concurrent with our “artwalk” will be programs associated with the Manatee Fest South Miami. Over the course of the next several months, you’ll witness the unveiling of the fiber-glass manatees which will be taking place in town. And speaking of art, put on your calendar the 38th annual Chamber South Art Festival held on Sunset Drive the first weekend of November. That’s about it from me. It’s your turn to BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION. Let us know what your take is on our changes and what’s happening in “SOMI Town.” Enjoy Volume VI, Number 1. And also visit us on line – www.somimag.com, where over the course of the year, we’ll be working on an expanded on-line version of SoMiMAG. All the best!
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OCTOBER / NOVEMBER 2010 VOLUME VI, NO. 1
what’s inside DIRECTORY
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PUBLISHED BY // TCMC, Inc. (Town Center Marketing Concepts) JOHN EDWARD SMITH COMMUNICATIONS
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Published six times annually. Print distribution to 17,500 businesses and residents, and in guest rooms/services at area hotels. Published on line at www.somimag.com PUBLISHER/CREATIVE DIRECTOR //
John Edward Smith Creative Design Consultant //
Mia Almaguer SENIOR ART DIRECTOR //
José Roque Graphic Design // Designworks Miami, Inc. // JOHN EDWARD SMITH COMMUNICATIONS
Health & Fitness Contributing Editor //
Scott Baumann CONTRIBUTING WRITERS & ARTICLE RESEARCH //
Scott Baumann, Heather Bettner, Alein Cadalso, Alex Cruz, Bill Griffen, James Kohnstamm, Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, Cindy Lerner, Brian Rick, Danielle Rosenfeld, Carlos Sarmiento, Donna Shelley, Philip K. Stoddard, Christian Torok, Mayco Villafaña, and the City of South Miami Planning Department, Florida Department of Transportation and Beacon Council of Miami-Dade County. 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 ©2010 John Edward Smith Communications TCMC, Inc (Town Center Marketing Concepts)
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PUBLISHER’S RETROSPECTIVE Here I am in October 2005, on my favorite street in South Miami – Dorn Avenue, with those beautiful Italian lamps which are unique to the Town Center and the Merchant Association’s logos. When the magazine was launched that fall, I declared: “We’re bigger than LIFE!”
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The tabloid size Volume I was published monthly, consciously branding our area as “Town Center.” This designation was originally proposed by the Mayor’s Marketing Task Force in 1996, to convey a more “hometown” image with our unique boutiques and fine restaurants. In Volume II we changed up from a tabloid-size publication to a large magazine format and published every other month. During the course of that year (2006-07) the magazine grew from 16 to 20 pages. Volume III brought 28 pages, with style changes and more features of interest with input gleaned from our readers, advertisers and friends. With Volume IV, we changed up some creative graphics and added an additional eight pages. With those additional eight pages, we published an area-wide Apr / May ‘07
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business directory. For our fifth anniversary, Volume V saw some radical changes: a new look with our SoMiMAG masthead and logo, and 36 excitingly colorful pages. We’re still larger than life – and reflect the lifestyle of South Miami. SoMiMAG reflects the always changing dynamic of our exciting “town center.”
In Appreciation… As we begin Volume VI, Thanks to our Advertisers in Volume I through Volume V and you our Readers.
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Foot Solutions FootWorks Cavanaugh’s Shoe Fitters Garden Gate Giancarlo Designs Hookah Lounge HSBC Isabella Salon & Spa Jo-Ann Forster Unique Homes of Miami Just LX Khoury’s La Crepe Bistro Linda A. Marracini, M.D. Little Feet and more… Lottus Floral Designs LVR Institute LVS Salon Group M Cycle Gym Mack Cycle & Fitness Margaux Interiors Marhaba Mediterranean Restaurant Mario’s Dry Cleaning Marisol Martinibar Massage Envy Mazzei’s Hair Designers Miss Pepper Mojito Grill Myra & Company New Chinatown Nikita Paris Nikki’s Beachhouse Boutique Ohana Spa Origin Asian Bistro
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Osteria degli Amici OXXO Care Cleaners Perfect Balance Physio-Core Fitness & Rehab Pikkolo Mondo Plaza 57 Power Pizza Pizzeria Blu Praia Beach Boutique Project LX RA Sushi Sebastian Eilert Architecture Sirvanti Smoke’t SoMi Fragrances SoMi SoU Boutique South Miami Hospital ATP South Miami Heart Center South Miami Jewelers Spa Fifty-Seven Splitsville Luxury Lanes Studio LX Sushi Maki The Body Shop The Dog From Ipanema The Dressing Room The Red Apple The Shops at Sunset Place Town Kitchen & Bar Trattoria Sole Uni.K.Wax Vida Day Spa & Wellness Center VIGI Miami Xotica Designs
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Judy P., Coral Gables “I always come here to find a unique gift, and always wind up buying something for myself. There’s nothing in this store I wouldn’t want to have in my home. Isabel does some great buying, and she really knows her customers.”
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Mary R., South Miami “Veronica’s Dollhouse is full of surprises! Who knew the green fairy came in pastille form and is available in discreet little packages for your purse. Love the Absinthe candies!” Veronica’s Doll House 7221 SW 57 Court Veronica’s Dollhouse was recently opened by sisters Veronica and Andrea Gonzalez. Their tagline is “Shopping made pretty.” The Leone candies are imported from Torino (Italy) and come in several flavors like violet, raspberry, lemon and more.
Linda M., Miami Lakes “I’ve been coming to New Chinatown for over twenty years. They do an excellent job. I won’t eat Chinese food anywhere else. And the drive is well worth coming to South Miami.”
Isabel Fine Home Accessories 7334 Red Road Isabel Merritt established her fine home accessories boutique on Red Road some 18 years ago, and is known to carry unique gift items.
New Chinatown 5958 South Dixie Hwy. Opened for 28 years, the restaurant is a US 1 landmark. Mr. Wah is the managing partner since it opened.
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Peter P., Coconut Grove
“I thought that the What’s Hot cover (Aug/Sept ’10) was one of your best ever. It really showed some natural expressions. This couldn’t have been posed.”
Carlita E., Coral Gables
“That was a great piece on the fencing club in South Miami. I contacted the club to learn if classes were open to beginner adults. And they do! Thanks for the article.”
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“I’ve gotten stuck behind three delivery trucks in the alley behind the city garage for a second time in just ten days! Is there anyway to restrict delivery times or at worst, divert other vehicles from coming into the alley when the trucks are there. It’s just good sense and good customer service.”
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.
If you want to SHOUT OUT about your favorite store, service, person, dessert, or more, or you just want to an Art Night Ambassador. SPEAK and Become let us know about your experiences here in For information, go to www.artnightsouthmiami.com
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Origin Asian Bistro
Enjoying the cuisines of the world is easy in SoMi. Just bring your taste buds and make your selection. If you want to recapture that long-ago visit to France or wish to sample the culinary joys a trip to Paris can bring, visit Café Bonjour. Here, an early morning welcome awaits you with the heavenly aroma of freshly prepared croissants and warm greetings in French or English from Veronique Youbi. Veronique, a native of Lyon, France, owns and operates this restaurant and La Crepe Bistro with her husband Ahmed Youbi. “We opened our restaurants in South Miami because we believe the city has a European flair about it,” says Veronique. The Youbi family has been living in our town for 14 years. Veronique is a nurse at South Miami Hospital. Ahmed, the artist behind all those wonderful croissants, babas and crepes, is a pastry chef. Located a few blocks from Café Bonjour and half a world away gastronomically-speaking is Origin. Delightfully fresh and light Pan Asian fare is presented in this popular bistro by Lena Sumonthee and her family. Lena’s family came to the United States from Thailand in 1974; she was born and raised right here in South Florida. A graduate of the Fort Lauderdale Art Institute, Lena’s graphic design talents are evidenced in the clean lines she has chosen for the new location. She reports that the restaurant is doing very well since their move from US 1 to the site of the former Poblano’s restaurant.
“There is a lot of foot traffic bringing in new customers. And our local regulars have had no trouble finding us,” says Lena. Mickey Gonzalez is the General Manager for Dan Marino’s Fine Dining and Spirits, located in the Shoppes at Sunset Place. Mickey has been in restaurant management for over 14 years; seven of them have been with Marino’s. “Our cuisine can be described as well-prepared, traditional American comfort food. Our restaurant caters to an eclectic group of customers, ages 25 to 80,” says Mickey. Marino’s has been serving great steaks and an array of specialty dishes in a casual yet elegant setting in SoMi for more than 10 years. Launching soon is a new menu that will maintain popular fare while adding new dishes, an expanded wine list, updated specialty drinks and a dessert menu. Mickey assures us that the restaurant is not a sports bar; rather it is a casual yet elegantly appointed establishment. A place to see and be seen, Mickey says, that is popular with local glitterati and those who stay off the front pages, too. Mickey praised SoMi, “The city has a lot of good local flavor. I’ve met many regulars here who have allowed us to succeed.” Veronique expressed her enthusiasm for our city and for the mall’s other business owners. “This is a nice center where each tenant is like family. We all want to see each other succeed.” Lena, who also lives in South Miami, spoke about the Town Center. “Everything is here. I love the little boutiques, salons, spas and of course, restaurants with all kinds of food!” DONNA SHELLEY
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Biological scientist and mayor Philip Stoddard in addressing the media, quipped that “manatees are the one creature that make man look good. We’re fortunate to have them.”
Local artist Nancy Martini, who works with reclaimed materials tells of her excitement to be one of the artists selected to create a manatee.
Photographed surrounding an original work by local endangered species artist Alex Yanes, the manatee painting serves as the poster for the art event. (L-R) Alex Yanes, Rick O’Barry, Event Organizer Heather Bettner, South Miami Mayor Philip K. Stoddard, and FNBSM Executive Vice President, Veronica Birch Flores.
* manatees with a message The manatees are coming to town! Organizers of the Manatee Fest South Miami presented a press conference on September 9, hosted by the First National Bank of South Miami in The Wirtz Gallery. Modeled after public art sidewalk events in other cities, the plan is to bring dozens of beautifully painted manatees to our SOMI streets. Their message to all: save our environment and treasure the beautiful creatures of our seas and waterways. And most of all, protect the sustainability of our beautiful planet. For more information go to: www.southmiamimanateefest.com Above background photo: Academy Award Winner (“The Cove”), South Miami resident, and marine mammal specialist Rick O’Barry address the assembled press and guests.
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South Florida Parenting Magazine presented its Kids Crown Award for the “Best Shoe Store in South Florida” to Little Feet and more… The voters choice award goes to the winner in the tri-county area. Fitting South Miami kids since 1981, this family-owned business, is now run by daughter Christina Rodriquez, who has operated the store for the last seven years. Congratulations!
standing UP Deli Lane/Sunset Tavern and organizer diva Patty Karpinski hosted a Stand Up 2 Cancer fund- raiser on Friday, September 10, concurrent with the live nationally produced event. Guests enjoyed a great buffet, special prized drinks and live entertainment by The Druids. Jahn & Christie Kirchoff greeted guests. And post-event, according to Jahn, some $1850 was raised that night for SU2C.
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to our new entrance Town Center A new beginning is anticipated and welcomed as the international home design company from Chile invests in our community and their growth in the United States. CASA IDEAS breathes new life to our town center.
Since the closing of the Virgin Records megastore in mid-2006 at The Shops at Sunset Place, the corner of Red Road and US1 has been an eyesore seen by the thousands of motorists who pass by one of the entrances to our shopping and dining district. Opened at the beginning of the new decade, The Shops at Sunset Place was built on the site of the failed Bakery Centre development. Within the first five years of opening, three major tenants which showcased on US 1 closed: IMAX theatre, FAO Schwartz and lastly Virgin Records. Each had signage announcing their presence at one of the most prime pieces of real estate on South Dixie Highway. The prominent Virgin Records location remained vacant since June 2006, with the exception of the annual Halloween store, and the high-
According to FDOT, the Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT) count for US1 in South Miami is some 156,000 vehicles per day.
Home design products. (Source: CASA IDEAS presentation materials to the City of South Miami Planning Dept.)
ly successful Bodies Exhibit, which brought some 250,000 visitors to our town center in a six-month run. Efforts by Simon Properties, owners of The Shops, to secure a major tenant languished, and given the economic downturn in the last few years, the site on US 1 reflected the dismal situation. There was nothing worthy to announce as an entrance to our town center. Within a short time, this will be remedied with the arrival of CASA IDEAS. Not only will this be a new beginning for the company itself as it ventures to expand its popular home design concepts in Florida and the United States, the millions invested into the redevelopment of the property will signal a renaissance for The Shops at Sunset Place, and be a welcome site on US 1. Alein Cadalso, general manager of The Shops, is more than delighted noting CASA IDEAS “will change the dynamic of the center.” No longer will shoppers be closed off from entering the center only from within, as CASA IDEAS will have shopper access directly from US1. Involved in facilitating the arrival of this Chilean company to South Miami was The Beacon Council, Miami-Dade County’s economic development agency. James Kohnstamm, project manager for The Beacon Council, worked closely with principals of CASA IDEAS to address logistics with cargo flow into the Port of Miami and MIA. “Having the infrastructure in place for the company greatly facilitated the site selection for the company” reported Kohnstamm. Frank R. Nero, President & CEO of The Beacon Council noted: “We are very pleased to have assisted CASA IDEAS in the selection of South Miami for the location of their U.S. flagship store and corporate offices. We look forward to seeing them grow throughout the U.S. from their base in MiamiDade County.” CASA IDEAS first opened in 1993 in Chile, and has since grown dramatically in Chile and Peru with now 40 stores. The company develops its own design products for the home that integrate aesthetics, functionality and comfort. South Miami Mayor Philip K. Stoddard notes that “people in Chile love CASA IDEAS for its high design quality and constantly changing product line. Every time we’ll go in, the shelves are to have different things for sale. CASA IDEAS could well become my favorite shop in South Miami.” Welcome to SoMi! Commentary by JOHN EDWARD SMITH
Architectural renderings. (Source: CASA IDEAS presentation materials to the City of South Miami Planning Dept.)
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SUSTAINABLE SOMI AN ENVIRO-SERIES FULL OF EARTH-FRIENDLY SUGGESTIONS ELECTRIFYING U.S. 1 It’s difficult to imagine life in semi-tropical Florida without benefit of electricity. And let’s face it, without the advent of central air, it is pretty certain that our part of the world would not have developed into a major metropolis. South Floridians’ love affair with the niceties that electricity can bring is clear. If you don’t believe that, think back to the heat, mildew and cold showers occasioned by Hurricanes Wilma and Andrew. Ensuring reliable power to Miami-Dade County now and in the future has brought the communities of Cutler Bay, Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, Coral Gables and the City of South Miami to the table to negotiate with Florida Power & Light. FPL’s proposal to install high-voltage transmission lines along the US 1 corridor from the Town of Cutler Bay to Turkey Point Nuclear Plant on Biscayne Bay has elected officials deeply concerned about a variety of issues. According to FPL’s spokesperson Mayco Villafaña, the company’s position is that the project will improve the reliability of the infrastructure that delivers electricity to Miami-Dade County and much of South Florida. Writes Villafaña, “New transmission-line capacity will be needed to meet the demands of Miami-Dade County’s future growth. Right now, more than 50 percent of Miami-Dade’s electricity is brought into this area through transmission lines from generation sources outside of Miami-Dade County during times of high electricity use, such as in the summer.”
A letter sent by Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen to Armando Olivera, CEO and President of FPL states her strong opposition to the highvoltage lines and recommends that they be installed underground. The February 2010 letter requests additional public hearings and a briefing to South Florida’s congressional delegation on FPL’s efforts to address constituent concerns. FPL’s Villafaña notes that in 2008 and 2009, they conducted an aggressive community outreach that included nine open houses, over 250,000 invitations mailed and the establishment of a detailed informational website (www.fpl.com/environment/lines/tp.shtml); they also met with elected officials from the municipalities. FPL evaluated a variety of factors that included input from customers and government partners, environmental concerns, engineering and project costs, land use and safety issues to arrive at their conclusion. “The preferred route on the US 1 corridor represents the best choice as determined by the recommendations of our customers and government partners,” writes Ms. Villafaña. The coalition of communities continues to propose other routes to FPL. One recommended route is to run the lines along the turnpike, the 836 and perhaps under the Miami River. Another is to install in less denselypopulated St. Lucie County.
FPL contends that this project is to address future needs. However, South Miami Mayor Philip Stoddard believes it is also to bring the system into compliance with the present need. He cites the impact of the blackout of February 26, 2008. “FPL’s system failed throughout the county and beyond when one person threw a switch,” says Stoddard. Outages reached as far as Broward County and into Central Florida. About 596,000 FPL customers lost power for two hours. Fined $25 million by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in 2009, FPL agreed to pay $20 million in fines and $5 million to install reliability enhancements as well as additional redundancy protections. FPL was commended by FERC for its cooperation and there was no evidence of fraud. Whether for future needs or current, elected officials representing municipalities along the proposed route find the prospect of transmission lines soaring 80 to 105 feet in the air along the gateway to their communities completely unacceptable. “Planning to run these lines through a major urban corridor is outrageous; it impacts our livability and our plans for improving modes of transportation such as cycling and walking,” says Mayor Cindy Lerner of Pinecrest. Lerner refers to the lines as “monstrosities.” The impacted communities have formed a coalition in an attempt to convince FPL to develop an alternate route. South Miami has hired an economist to build an economic case to support another route. The Village of Pinecrest has hired an engineer and attorneys to work with our elected officials in Tallahassee and Washington. The offices of Commissioners Sorenson and Gimenez have also assisted the municipalities.
South Miami Mayor Philip K. Stoddard in Washington with Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen. (Photo courtesy of the Congressional Office.)
Mayor Lerner reports that FPL has shared information and is willing to work with the coalition. However, the coalition hasn’t ruled out litigation to stop the lines from appearing on South Dixie Highway. FPL will not begin construction tomorrow. They project that they are three to four years away from commencing construction. Controlling and reducing energy consumption is a worthy goal for each of us and for FPL. Ms. Villafaña writes that FPL is a national leader in energy conservation, overseeing one of the most successful demand-side management (DSM) efforts in the country. They have saved more megawatts through DSM programs than all but one utility nationwide. What can we do? Mayor Stoddard suggests, “If we plucked some of the low hanging fruit of energy efficiency and reduced our consumption by 20 percent, we would never have to build another power plant.” DONNA SHELLEY
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RSMA President Amy Donner recognizing the members.
Karla Cooper of American Chariots, with Preemo’s Ivan Mladenovic.
Veronica Flores with Juan Comendiero of Benefits Plus Insurance, and Abe Ng of Sushi Maki
Art Night founder Roman Compte of SoMi SoU Boutique with Veronica Gonzalez of Veronica’s Dollhouse (L) and Lilibeth Villanueva owner of My Sister’s Closet.
* getting down to work First National Bank of South Miami hosted the Red/Sunset Merchants Association September “Back to Work” business meeting. Some forty area businessmen and women came to learn more about the direction of the association and to volunteer on various committees. The reception was sponsored by Healthy Cuisine. The membership information and to learn of the work of the association, go to their website: www.rsmasm.com Above background photo: Serving as MC for the meeting was board member and FootWorks owner, Hans Huseby.
meeting the PRES Recently, the South Miami/Coral Gables Elks Lodge 1676 hosted a visit by State President James Hurst. The Elks are a fraternal order with nearly a million members and a 141-year history. With a network of more than 2000 lodges in communities all over the country, the Elks maintain a generous charitable foundation that each year gives millions in scholarships, an inspiration to youth, a friend to veterans and more. Picture above are State President James Hurst and wife, with Lodge officers Ralph Coker and John Sorgie. Photo bottom left are Don Queralto, John Anderson, Tony and Brenda Martinez enjoying the luncheon.
changing up on 57th The new Salon on 57th hosted a name changing party on September 24th. Staff and customers enjoyed the reception and got to meet the new owner, Parisian Sophie Jamet, who recently acquired the business. A look and feel, and new “friendly” hair products are being offered clients. Pictured at the reception (above) Salon on 57th owner Sophie Jamet with Salon Manager Gina Montoto; (below) Staff and friends: Mayra Hernandez, Master Hair Stylist Alex Gomez, David Gonzalez, Jacqueline Lorenzo, Sandra Zacaria, Diana Gomez and Hafida Jean-Pierre.
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Spicingitup thisfallinMiami Returning from my travels abroad, I bring you the latest fashion trends for Fall 2010. Prepare to don your coats and boots as fall comes blowing in with a more refined color palette, making it easy to accentuate with the vibrant pops of color that are the talk of the fashion world. The general trend this season takes us away from overt glitz and glamour to a more polished, simplistically stylized look. Never fear, though, there are still some fun, edgy trends available for those who like a little daring in their outfits. Today’s look is a clean, well-structured base that allows you to play with accessories and layering. It’s all about seeing the woman behind the clothes, as evident on the runways of Dior, Valentino and JPG (John Paul Gaultier). These garments have been stripped of any excessive frills or embellishments. Neutral colors -- bronze, nude, beige, and taupe – reign supreme. This is a great trend to invest in; the nude sheath that works perfectly on its own now can be spiced up next season with some fun shoes and a playful cardigan. The minimalist look pairs well with sexy coral reds and oranges, vibrant blue hues, and earthy tones
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Adding a little Miami spice to a classic wardroble, you will be perfectly suited for a fashionably fabulous Fall 2010 season. of green and brown. A chunky gold-link necklace or chain, simple earrings and understated rings create a refined finishing touch that pairs well with other colors and looks neat and sophisticated. When wearing this hue, you look good no matter where you are!
Ladylike styles that emulate the refined gentleman’s looks dominated runways this year and can be found in the structured, tailored pieces of fashion houses Etro, Prada, and Burberry. From textured menswear to body-skimming, three-button jackets with ribbed stitching, the essence of this trend is that everything should fit you like a glove. Classic tailor-fitted trousers, jackets, vests and suspenders are all the rage as the equestrian look returns with an updated color palette and styling. Military-inspired pieces have also resurfaced, with leathers, furs, feathers, shearling, wool, and cashmere lending an urban twist. Don’t be scared to wear a knee- or thigh-high boot with a riding pant or trouser, and add a fitted “boyfriend blazer” for a finishing touch. Big brooches and cocktail rings add new sparkle, as well as multi-layered long chains and bead necklaces. These are classic looks that when styled properly will have a permanent spot in your wardrobe for years to come. Not shying away from the divinity of accessories, big, colorful and unusual statement pieces are too hot to trot! Big bracelets and statement necklaces and rings have been on the rise for the past several years, but this year, strong motifs such as flowers, bugs, birds, feathers, leaves and coins add depth to your outfit. Whether it be antique Roman or Greek currency, the tinkling of vintage coins adds luxury to any outfit! The use of thick but lightweight link chains, as well as layered multitudes of thin, dainty chains bring a sexy European vibe to these fashions. Look for key pieces that are versatile and complement the new neutral tones. Stones in light to vibrant blues and bronze tones are ideal for added pop. Guys, don’t think I have forgotten about you. This fall we bring forth the dapper conservative, better known as the conservative gentleman. Being polished, being perfect, being well-groomed --
these are the makings of a conservative gentleman. He gets his hair cut and styled, he gets his shoes shined, he opens the door for a lady, he knows to undo the lower button on his twobutton suit jacket when sitting down and to just as quickly button it up as he stands. This is the man that women dream of. The dapper man this season wears a finely tailored suit paired with his favorite trench coat, fitted trousers, crisp button downs, knit ties or bow ties, statement fashion glasses, pocket squares, scarves and well-polished lace-up oxfords or derby-style shoes. For a more sophisticated approach, add a lightweight seasonal cardigan or vest and colorful tie or bow tie to any suit, lending your conservative look a bit of the twist best expressed by ETRO, Tom Ford, and Loro Piana. Keep a solid base when it comes to suit jackets and trousers. Remember, with a simple base it is easier to pick the cool accents to pair with your look. For a more a more rough-and-tumble take on a classically refined outfit, pair a dark denim with your perfectly fitted suits and ties, elegant and serious fedoras, colored wing-tips, lace ups or boots, and military-inspired jackets or blazers. As we await the cooling of our warm Caribbean waters, we bid adieu to the summer heat and welcome freshening autumn winds. The time to wear our cover-ups and coats and bring out our boots and scarves is here. By adding a little Miami spice to a classic wardrobe, you will be perfectly suited for a fashionably fabulous Fall 2010 season!
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DININGINSOMI From the finest restaurant to your home stovetop, the essence of good food is not defined by a white tablecloth. The quintessential art of decadent dishes stems from the cook’s ability to make his passion shine through as the most recognizable ingredient. It is the cook’s emotional connection to food that has pushed the boundaries of texture and flavor in global cuisine. Filled with simple yet enchanting eateries, South Miami’s reputable chefs use their fiery zest for cooking to make your taste buds their priority. In the next few pages, we’ll be pulling back the curtain of culinary intrigue on SoMi’s sumptuous dining scene. In 1994, Chef Jan Jorgensen decided to start cooking with a twist and opened TWO CHEFS – the hook being you have to help him cook. TWO CHEFS began as a cooking school and has evolved into one of Miami’s finest restaurants. With bi-monthly lessons and private party classes, the in-the-kitchen concept is still the defining element; but sweating behind the burner is no longer required to take part in the TWO CHEFS experience. In fact, this European-trained chef is dedicated to providing “simply good food.” Jorgensen is one of 20 judges in the American Fine Wine Competition (AFWC), the largest wine competition in the U.S. This honorary title attests to the chef’s nose for quality, which is evident in every bite of his classically prepared American dishes and transcends into the excellent service at TWO CHEFS. The AFWC hosts an annual series of Gold Medal Wine dinners to benefit local charities where dishes are paired with exclusive gold medal wines (TWO CHEFS dinner Nov 18th). All year long, TWO CHEFS proudly offers small-batch wines, some of which are gold medal winners. Jorgensen’s keen palate also prompted an exclusive whisk(e)y collection offering limited-production bottles like the seasonal Macallan 8-yearold single-cask Scotch whisky with floral and summer-fruit notes. Gems like these are not found everywhere, and neither is this chef’s distinguishable cooking that will envelop you in a mouth-awakening dimension of flavor… like the lobster bisque. Oh, that lobster bisque deserves its own article! Infused with
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whiskey and reduced to perfection, this rich, silky broth will enchant your senses and make you forget there’s an entrée on the way. But when the “Mixed Seafood” with Arborio rice in a savory parmesan broth arrives, you’ll be happy you remembered. The grand finale is the warm pistachio soufflé with a creamy chocolate ganache oozing nutty-scented steam on its way out of the kitchen.
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Talking about soufflés, a dining recommendation is never complete unless it has at least one sinfully delicious French bistro. If you’ve ever been to CAFÉ PASTIS for a salad and sandwich lunch, you’d never know there was an intensely delectable dinner menu being served for the past 11 years. Named after France’s number-one libation, an anisebased liqueur, Two Chef’s signature souffles CAFÉ PASTIS is a homey, bright yellow and blue, French country kitchen hidden in a SoMi shopping center. This hole-in-the-wall transports you to a tiny Provence bistro where the kitchen is part of the dining room and the wooden tables must be pulled out to sit down. The aromas of warm sliced bread, the sizzling sound of fresh fish being seared, and the voices of cooks chatting lend to the allure of this café’s honest cooking. While French cooking is widely known for its use of butter and cream, PASTIS does not even carry these ingredients because, owner Philippe Jacquet says, “In Marseille, we have no cows.” Instead, the cuisine reveals the predominant flavors of southern France where fresh herbs, saffron, fennel, fish, and olive oil create dishes like the Bouillabaisse (seafood stew), braised duck in a cassis and fig reduction, and
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cold water mussels with white wine and shallots served with crispy, golden French fries. Executed flawlessly, CAFÉ PASTIS’s dishes are perfection in its maximized expression. Up until a few months ago, PASTIS was SoMi’s only French hideout. Now there is a booming French fusion restaurant just two blocks away, GEORGE’S ON SUNSET. When you walk through the doorway, concentrated aromas of truffles, caramelized onions, and warm butter perfume the air while the echoing sounds of laughter fill the room. The intense noise and occasional blast of music ricocheting off the rustic brick-plastered walls make this restaurant unique for SoMi-goers. The restaurant is so jam-packed, they’ve had to add additional outside seating. So what makes GEORGE’S so popular? Maybe it’s the Buddhas? Years ago, owner Georges-Eric Farge was given a Buddha statue as a gift to bring him Zen and balance out his “craziness.” Since then, he has filled his restaurants with Buddha décor. When asked what Buddhism meant to him, Georges responded “To me, a Buddha represents respect.” Georges does not pretend to please everyone; he is aware that his eccentricities, occasional lavish costumes, and purple lights may shy away quiet diners. But he makes it a point to be part of everyone’s dining experience by visiting tables one-by-one and giving double-cheek kisses to his regulars. Local GEORGE’S enthusiast, Monica Clausell, has been a George’s follower since he owned Le Bouchon and George’s in the Grove. “What keeps me coming back is the owner,” she said. The food, however, is what really maintains GEORGE’S customers. Truffles, the owner’s favorite ingredient, are used throughout the menu: truffle fries, truffle-infused salad dressings, black truffle pizza, and mushroom risotto with truffle oil and shaved Foie Gras. Other favorites include the Sea Bass with Ratatouille and the signature Nutella pizza dessert; these dishes have as much seductive attitude as their owner. Off the southeast coast of France lies Torino, the birthplace of third-generation restaurateur and owner of South Miami’s TRATTORIA SOLE, Maurizio Farinelli. From the age of 14, Farinelli worked in his family’s Italian restaurant business, and in 1997, brought the flavors reflective of his upbringing to the Sunshine State. TRATTORIA SOLE, meaning “sun,” is adorned with enlarged black-and-white family photos in thick whitewooden frames hanging on the tastefully painted deep-orange-hued walls. The bar is lined with bottles of Aperol, Italy’s
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favorite bitter-orange flavored aperitif. SOLE showcases the bold flavors of contemporary Italian cuisine with creative pasta dishes like the pumpkin ravioli dripping in a velvety vodka cream with sweet amaretto cookie crumbles and bits of bright asparagus. This is, by far, the best use of pumpkin. Farinelli strives to constantly update SOLE’s menu, bringing authentic hometown dishes like the agnolotti pasta stuffed with crab and covered in a golden saffron sauce. Farinelli wants SOLE to be known “for its personalized service and where, if we have the ingredients, we will make whatever dish the customer asks for, even if it’s not on our menu.” And after dinner, be sure to sip some homemade Limoncello concocted by Farinelli for the past 20 years. Almost 20 years ago was right around the time OLD LISBON opened. In 1991, college student, Carlos Silva left campus for a lunch break and noticed a Portuguese restaurant sign. Being Portuguese himself, he was excited to eat familiar food. Turns out, the employees were preparing for the first ever opening of OLD LISBON on Coral Way, and Silva was to be its first diner. With a fond appreciation for the origins of this cuisine, Silva soon became an investor, earned an MBA, and is now OLD LISBON’s sole owner. Silva’s twenty-dollar-bill still adorns the office wall, and this past February he brought this successful Portuguese eatery to Sunset Drive. Wooden floors, white walls, and hand-painted tiles of port ships add to the quiet elegance of SoMi’s OLD LISBON. The simple décor is synonymous with the straightforward flavors of garlic, port wine, and cod fish. The restaurant, famed for its generous Bacalhau and steamed potato portions, has made minor menu alterations to cater to the local preferences, which has contributed to OLD LISBON’s continuing success. Of course, there is also one of the largest port selections in the country, with 220 choices and ports dating back to 1900. A complementing combination to a rich port is the warm coconut dessert served with a cool vanilla ice cream made special by Silva’s wife, Corina. Occasionally, an area loses a favorite hangout. But with every door that closes… the entranceway gets ripped open, reconstructed, and a bangin’ new bar is introduced. Expected to open in late-November, SHULA’S 347, named after football coach
Four pastas: Clockwise from top left: Crab agnolotti in a creamy white wine saffron sauce; Pumpkin ravioli with asparagus in a pink vodka sauce; Spinach & ricotta ravioli with toasted pine nuts in a butter-sage sauce; Whole wheat agnolotti filled with roasted veggies in a tomato sauce;
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the cozy outside seating, sip the cardamom-infused Turkish coffee, and like the Alice in Wonderland caterpillar, puff on one of MARHABA’s hookahs. Your biggest dilemma may be choosing among the variety of flavors: berries, bubblegum, cappuccino, chocolate and the secret-sexy-flavor: Code 69. A nearby sexy, neighborhood joint will make you want to return for happy hour tomorrow; and the day after. Three-year recipient of Wine Spectator’s wine program award and recently ranked by the Miami New Times amongst Miami’s best
Don Shula’s 347 career wins, will be taking over the former JAKE’S spot. This casual steakhouse chain always has an energy-filled atmosphere around kick-off time. Around the corner from SHULA’S is a small, elegant Italian restaurant, EMILIO’S CASA TOSCANA. A row of crystal wine glasses adorn each table as a reminder to indulge in TOSCANA’s boutique-wine selection. Risotto is a staple food in northern Italian gastronomy, but not all Italian restaurants in Miami make it right; some too sticky, some too salty. TOSCANA’s Champagne Risotto has a beautiful saffron color, balanced hints of garlic and parsley, and the perfect consistency! And there’s several favorite veal chop options to choose from like the stuffed prosciutto and mozzarella chop with a demi-glaze mushroom sauce. In Miami, where restaurants open and close in the blink of an eye, NEW CHINATOWN, open for 27 years, should be considered a historical landmark. This spacious, family-friendly establishment draws in the locals with its MSG-free menu, nohormone chicken, and mouthwatering Mongolian beef. “We don’t comprise with quality,” said co-owner Mr. Wah. Another longtime SoMi locale is the eponymous KHOURY’S that has been around for 17 years. “We’re not here to make money and go. We’re a family; we care,” said Maroon Khoury. With sister taking your order, brother cooking your food, and mom slowly visiting all the tables, the family remains the heart of the business and their soulful cooking is apparent in every dish. KHOURY’S lentil soup with sweet carrots and onions, fresh clove, and a secret blend of spices is the perfect cure for any ailment. And there are always surprises not listed on the menu; these daily secret specials gives KHOURY’S its competitive edge. Another local Lebanese restaurant is so friendly the name itself is inviting. MARHABA, Arabic for “hello,” opened seven years ago and offers an upbeat Mediterranean experience with belly dancers on Saturday nights. The owner recently partnered with a graduate from the third best Hospitality School in the world to bring MARHABA global knowledge and a youthful spirit. The owners are dedicated to providing a pleasing experience and may even take your order themselves. MARHABA’s dishes are authentic, yet possess a contemporary quality with clean flavors. The citrusy hummus and creamy labneh indulge your senses in a quick trip to Lebanon. The menu is highlighted by the “Marhaba Shrimp” lying on a bed of moist onions basted in starchy potato liquid and a Mediterranean sevenspice blend. After dinner, instead of a typical dessert, head to
Photo (top left): New bar area at Trattoria Sole Photos above: (Top) Experiencing George’s (Middle) Dining at Khoury’s (Bottom) An evening at Café Pastis
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happy hours (daily 4-7pm), TOWN KITCHEN & BAR is a chic corner spot serving global comfort foods. TOWN features a flirty, multi-page wine list with bubbleheads, redheads, and blondes by the bottle, full 6oz. pours, or half-glass options for the curious tasters. There is also an assorted selection of 60 craft brews, which are even used in some dishes like the slow-cooked short ribs in a beer blend reduction. TOWN’s Black Angus “triple-grind” burgers are drip-down-your-chin yumminess in a bun. The beef is so fresh and savory, it’s almost sinful to ask for toppings. But mushrooms and roasted peppers are only a minor sin… From Europe to Asia and back to the States, our local chefs pour their passion out of the pan and onto the diner’s plate. With an international appeal and a social ambiance, dining in South Miami is a sophisticated adventure in your own backyard. Enjoy nighttime in SOMItown! Daniele Rosenfeld
Featured in this article CAFÉ PASTIS 7310 Red Road | 305.665.3322 www.cafepastis.com EMILIO’S CASA TOSCANA 1569 Sunset Drive | 305.740.5844 Facebook fan page updated daily; www.emilioscasatoscana.com (not current) GEORGE’S ON SUNSET 1549 Sunset Drive | 305.284.9989 www.facebook.com/GeorgesSunset or www.georgesinthegrove.com KHOURY’S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE 5887 S.W. 73 Street | 305.720.4224 www.khouryslv.com MARHABA MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE 5701 Sunset Drive | 305.740.5880 Facebook fan page NEW CHINATOWN 5958 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.662.5650 miami.citysearch.com OLD LISBON 5837 Sunset Drive | 305.662.7435 www.oldlisbon.com SHULA’S 347 GRILL 6901 Red Road | xxx.xxx.xxxx www.shulas.com TOWN KITCHEN & BAR 7301 S.W. 57 Court | 305.740.8118 www.townkitchenbar.com TRATTORIA SOLE 5894 Sunset Drive | 305.666.9392 www.blurestaurantsgroup.com TWO CHEFS RESTAURANT 8287 So. Dixie Hwy | 305.663.2100 www.twochefsrestaurant.com Other Dinner Restaurant to Enjoy in SoMi
Photos above: (Top) Escargot Casserole & Truffle Fries at George’s (Middle) Mussells at Café Pastis (Bottom) New Chinatown’s Spicy Garlic Shrimp
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Getting Better with Age On Aging, Storing and Enjoying Wine Wines and people are often referred to in similar terms. Both can be in a state of shock, be immature, over-the-hill or at their peak. And just like with people, the environment wines ‘live’ in greatly influences whether they’ll be able to fully express the potential they posses when they leave the winery. It’s possible for a wine with a weak constitution to drink better and longer than a better wine, if the lesser wine is treated well and the better wine is not. In this issue, we’ll explore the care and life-cycle of wine, so that you can get the most out of each bottle. While the guidelines for storing and aging wines apply for all wines, not all wines require or even benefit from long-term aging. The often-mentioned notion that wine is always better with age is simply not true for the vast majority of wines available to us. Almost all white wines and a sizable majority of reds are simply made to be consumed upon purchase. Particularly in the US, the very idea of waiting is not terribly popular, and so most wines reflect this impatience in their formulation. So let’s focus on the wines that do benefit from aging, and in this case we’ll limit it to reds only. Most New World red wines under $40 (and even at much higher pricepoints age ability is not generally in their DNA) are not in the to-beaged category. Exceptions exist, but New World wines are marketdriven, and the market rewards speed. European wines have also become more drinkable sooner mainly due to the same influences, but by virtue of the climate of the places where they are grown a lot of these do benefit from some aging, and even cheaper bottles may improve with age. So having clarified which wines we’re talking about, let’s discuss why wines are left to sit to begin with. People age red wine to make it better. And this works both for reds that aren’t so great to begin with as for bottles that hold almost immeasurable pleasure and potential in their dark, rich contents.Why? Because the life of all red wines traces an arc that begins with youth and ends with inevitable decay; the difference is that the better wines
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have a longer life span, so while one wine might hit its peak in its third year, another might not get there until its fourth decade. Lesser wines soften with age, and might develop a ‘bouquet’, a complex array of aromas that sheds the fruity luster of youth to reveal the earth, leather and spice of experience. Softening is the main goal for aging lesser reds; acidity rounds out a bit, tannins soften, and the wine becomes more integrated and pleasurable overall. With outstanding wines, the long arc of their aging allows for the development of much greater complexity. Great wines have a lot more in them to begin with since they are made from the best grapes using the most careful methods. These grapes contain much more concentrated flavors and aromas, the chemical elements which will develop and change with time into indescribable experiences for the drinker, striking at his or her core with nuances that elicit so much emotion and sensory elevation. In order to improve a wine rather than hurt it, some guidelines must be followed. If no other detail is observed, two things are essential; bottles must be lying on their sides and must be kept at a cool, constant temperature. The corks in bottles stored this way are moist and plump, which prevents air from seeping in and spoiling the wine. The ideal temperature is in the low to mid 50’s, but wines will tolerate slightly higher temperatures as long as these don’t fluctuate. In other words, it is better to store a wine at 60o F in a place where the temperature will be constant, rather than in a place where the temperature is 50o F in the morning, 68o F during the day and 45o F at night. These changes in temperature speed up the aging process and make the flavor development more clunky, less profound. Other important factors are exposure to light, humidity and vibration. Exposure to light is the most important of the three, since wines stored under bright lights or by sunny windows will degrade much more quickly than wines stored in total or partial darkness. Humidity (moisture) prevents corks from shrinking and wine from evaporating too vigorously, and is definitely a variable to consider if you intend to age wines for a very long period. At 75% humidity, corks will remain nice and tight. When it comes to moisture, it is better to have more rather than less, but too much moisture will lead to moldy labels and capsules, and although this won’t damage the wine itself it can become a nuisance for the collector. Vibration also disturbs the subtle chemical binding and unbinding that goes on inside the bottle, but unless you live really close to the Metrorail, that shouldn’t be a major concern for the vast majority of locals.
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So, to sum up, what should you do in order to enjoy properly aged wine? Know what you are buying and then store it properly. In this city of hot weather and no basements, a wine cooler is a must. These can be purchased almost anywhere appliances are sold, and may cost less than $100. The experienced enthusiast might want to go further and build a temperature-controlled cellar. Professional assistance is advised in here, since stories of very expensive DIY cellars gone wrong are quite common. The best way to get the feel for aging wine (there is some art to the process, too!) is to go to your favorite retailer, ask for wines that will age and enjoy experimenting with all the pleasure wine has to offer. Cheers!
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Alumni President Mark Trowbridge with alumni Audrey Dayan (’85), Allen Cannon (’84), and Maureen (“Moe”)Donnelly (’76).
Rhonda Barrera with husband of twenty years, Juan (’89) taking in the game.
* smokin’ swamp The President of the Alumni of “Gator Nation” Mark Trowbridge (who also serves as President of the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce) gathered his members of the mighty nation for the USF romp at Smoke’t. The restaurant was packed by cheering fans who witnessed the University of Florida’s decisive win 38-14. Smoke’t is the official host of the University of Florida games. Above background photo: Scoring a touchdown!
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cervezas & Irish Times And after, fans of the UM gathered at some favorite spots around town to catch the Ohio State Game. (UM wasn’t as fortunate to come away with the win.) Pictured are Ceverzas’ Carlos Duran with the ladies: Stephanie, Jessica and Jennifer. At the Irish Times, General Manager Pat Sullivan is in the good company of UM fans.
A few SOMI boutiques got into the “Fashion’s Night Out” observed on September 10. Shown here is the reception and complimentary makeup session at The Dressing Room. Pictured are owner Kiki Garcia giving some fashion hints to Natalie Garcia, while Nidia Cruz of Mary Kay Cosmetics applies make-up to another patron.
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CULTURE MUSIC AT EPIPHANY The 2010-11 Season offers seven diverse programs from October through May. On Friday, November 12, 7:30p, virtuoso organist Jonathan Ryan, winner of the 2009 Jordan International Organ Competition will be joined by members of the Schola Cantorum from Chicago. The Church of the Epiphany is located at 8235 Red Road. To receive a season program or for more information please call 305.667.4911 or send an email to EpiphanyConcerts@ gmail.com. All events are free and open to the public. Jonathan Ryan
FLOWER POWER II ^ AT THE WIRTZ GALLERY Located in the lobby of the First National Bank of South Miami, the gallery presents local & international artists each month of the year. In the month of October, local photographer Brian Trainor will exhibit his “Flower Power II” consisting of some twenty new pieces to his portfolio. In November, Cuban born Maggy Beguiristain will present a collection of oil paintings. Maggy’s work encompasses still life, “feathered friends,” and other subjects. Gallery hours are Monday to Thursday from 9a-3m, and Friday, 9a-6p. Artist receptions are generally held on the second Friday of the month, from 6-9p and are open to the public. Above Photo: Brian Trainor
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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, showcasing the richness and diversity of the Mexican culture. Check out the Cultural center’s October and November programs and exhibitions. The Cultural Center is located near the South Miami Metrorail Station at 5975 Sunset Drive. Hours: Monday – Friday, 9a-2p, 3p-6p. Tel: 305.268.4910.
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The Lowe Art Museum is located on campus at the University of Miami. Current and upcoming exhibitions at the Lowe are: The Jaguar’s Spots: Ancient Mesoamerican Art through October 31. This comprehensive exhibition of masterpieces from ancient Mexico through Panama that now reside in the permanent collection of the Lowe. From November 13 through January 16, the museum will exhibit the Harmon and Harriet Kelley Collection of African American Art: Works on Paper. This exhibit of sixty-nine works will feature selections from one of the premier collections of African American art and provides a rare opportunity for the public to view master graphics spanning three centuries. The works include drawings, etchings, lithographs, watercolors, pastels, acrylics, gouaches, and screen prints by noted artists. For additional information, visit the Lowe on line at www6.miami.edu/lowe.
Live on Stage ^ The AREA STAGE COMPANY in association with ENTERTAINMENT U presents the Southeast Premiere of the play MY FIRST TIME by Ken Davenport. MY FIRST TIME features four actors in hysterical and heartbreaking stories about first sexual experiences written by real people. This “terrific choice for date night” (BroadwayWorld.com) runs from Friday October 1st thru Friday, November 6th. The AREA STAGE COMPANY at the Riviera Theater is located at 1560 South Dixie Hwy. For ticket information call 305.666.2078 or on line at www.areastagecompany.com .
AREA GALLERIES Artzee Boutique 1430 S. Dixie Hwy. Suite 107 305.740.5453
La Galleria delTeatro 1560 S. Dixie Hwy. 305.666.2078
Lowe Art Museum University of Miami 1301 Stanford Drive 305.284.3535
Mexican Cultural Center 5975 Sunset Drive 305.268.4910
Sunset Gallery & Framing 5864 Sunset Drive 305.667.0925
The Wirtz Gallery First National Bank of South Miami 5750 Sunset Drive 305.662.5414
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Nutrition
The Cornerstone of Good Health
Turn on the television and you can see The Biggest Loser, Losing It with Jillian Michaels, Dr. Oz and many other programs just like them. It seems that just about everywhere people are talking about the obesity epidemic facing our country. Our battle of the bulge even affects our health care debate, as obesity related diseases cost our country an astounding 215 BILLION dollars per year! We have gotten to the point where over two-thirds of the adult population is classified as either overweight or obese. There are two main weapons in the fight against obesity and disease and those are exercise and nutrition. Nutrition is the cornerstone of good health and it’s importance cannot be overstated. This fact has been recognized our local businesses, many of whom have begun offering healthier menus to help their customers stay trim. Deli Lane, in partnership with Fitness Together Miami and Ed’s Bootcamp, has designed a “Fit Life” menu with calorie-controlled and tasty options. The healthy fast food restaurant EVOS offers “all American meals made with healthier ingredients without the excess fat” and Whisk Gourmet, coming soon to South Miami, offers a variety of delicious options made with local fish and grass-fed beef.
to Dr. Janet Brill, Ph.D., R.D., LDN, director of nutrition for Fitness Together, the basics are “Eat Healthy, Eat Light, Eat Often.” Eat healthy by including a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, whole grains like brown rice and oatmeal and small to moderate amounts of lean proteins like fish and poultry. Eat light because the number of calories taken in throughout the day has been proven to be THE most important factor in weight loss, no matter what those calories come from. The right breakdown of protein, fat and carbohydrate may be different for everyone, but a reduced calorie diet has been proven to be most effective for dropping the pounds. For help counting calories, check out sites like CalorieKing.com or apps like Lose It for your smartphone. Finally, eat often because eating smaller meals more often is much healthier and boosts your metabolism more than eating one or two large meals a day. By simply adhering to these three simple guidelines, you can make substantial improvements in your health and the way that you look and feel. Combine your smart eating plan with a consistent exercise program and you have all the components of a healthy and happy lifestyle! Have something to say? Send your questions or comments to scott@ fitnesstogethermiami.com.
Although nutrition can be confusing with so much information available online and in the media, there are some basic building blocks of any healthy weight control program. According SCOTT BAUMANN SoMiMAG’s Contributing Editor for Health and Fitness and the operating partner of Fitness Together Miami personal training studios. www.fitnesstogethermiami.com
* working out around somi FITNESS TOGETHER 5829 SW 73 Street .Suite 2 | 305.446.3665 | www.fitnesstogethermiami.com LA FITNESS 5701 Sunset Drive | 305.665.7846 | www.lafitness.com M CYCLE 6114 South Dixie Highway. | 305.665.1618 | www.mcyclegym.com Metropolis Fitness & Spa 1430 Madruga Ave | 305.772.6009 | www.metropolisfitnessandspa.com Myra & Company/ Connect Movement Center 7313 SW 59 Court | 305.661.2381 | www.miamispa.com PEAK 360 5858 SW 68th Street | 305.975.9694 | www.peak360fitness.com PHYSIO-CORE 1565 Sunset South Dixie Highway | 305.668.9108 | www.physiocore.com SOUTH MIAMI BOOT CAMP 5800 SW 68 Street | 305.613.9920 | www.edsbootcamp.com
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Artist Humberto Benitez and wife Lissette, are joined by FNBSM Vice President & Wirtz Gallery curator Mercedes Cruz and husband Hubert.
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Staff (L-R) Ivonne Lopez, Mercedes Garcia, Karl Garcia, Herminia Herrera, Maite Martinez-Cid Nicole Kanaar, Lilian Montero
* elegance unveiled The Aurum Collection is now open. Located facing Sunset Drive at the Courtyard for the First National Bank of South Miami, the collection is the work of owner Mercedes Garcia. The collection features one-of-a-kind pieces from Asia and India, with stunning jewelry, home furnishings and accessories and much more. A stunning reception was held on Friday evening, September 24 to christen this new venture. Above background: Academy Award Winner (“The Cove”), South Miami resident, and marine mammal specialist Rick O’Barry address the assembled press and guests.
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upcoming EVENTS SOMIartwalk Throughout the town center Friday, October 8, 6p - 9p
Iris Mundo of Palmetto Bay was joined by family and friends who traveled from New York and New Jersey to enjoy a dinner at Carrabba’s in honor of her milestone birthday. (Iris is seated third from left.)
Safe Streets Halloween On Sunset Drive, Saturday, October 31. 4p - 6p. Chamber South 39th Annual South Miami Art Festival On Sunset Drive, Saturday & Sunday, November 6 & 7. For info: www.chambersouth.com
twisting THE UNCONSCIOUS Now in their second year in South Miami, Unconscious Creations offers mental heath services “with a twist.” Under the direction of owner Sheena Eizmendiz, who has been in practice here in Miami for over 12 years, the office is composed of five certified and licensed therapists specializing in Psychotherapy, Clinical, Hypnosis, PastLife Regressions Therapy & Neurolinguistic Programming. They provide services in working with substance abuse, child abuse, sexual abuse, weight loss, smoke cessation, relationships, self-esteem, children/teens & more. Pictured above are: Norma Serrano, Betsy Guerra, Sheena Eizmendiz, Denise Wasmer, Laraine Marques & Bianca Rossato. Unconscious Creations is located at 7600 Red Road, Suite 129, telephone: 305-275-0707.
How Sweet It Is! The Shops at Sunset Place, Thursday, November 18, 6:30p - 9p.
For info: & tickets: 305.663.0482
Exotic Car Show At The Shops at Sunset Place, Saturday & Sunday, November 6 & 7. SOMIartwalk Throughout the town center Friday, November 12, 6p - 9p Miami’s Top Cupcake Challenge At The Shops at Sunset Place, Saturday, November 13, 2p.
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what’s NEW in somi town Welcome to town from the SoMiMAG Publisher
disney IN SOMI
With 34 locations in eleven other states, new South Miami owner Sherri DiMarco has now opened the first studio in Florida. A Gator alum in Finance and a practicing attorney (Georgetown) in corporate banking for six years, Sheri is realizing her dream of many years in opening The Bar Method. A student of ballet since age 14, the exercise program offered here is just the perfect method for her new business venture. The program is designed under the guidance of physical therapists, and incorporates a combination of pilates, strength training and yoga to build muscle and increase flexibility.
SoMiMAG visited two new entrepreneurs in the “living room” of their new “house” on 57th Court. It was a fascinating trip into their world: ever since these two twenty-something sisters were not yet walking they visited Disneyworld, often more than once a year, every year since. The magic of Disney, the courtesy of Disney, the detail of Disney became very much part of the fabric of who these young ladies are today. They have brought that experience to a new and unique boutique here in town – Veronica’s Dollhouse. Coupled with their respective talents: Veronica’s Fine Arts degree and costume design, and Andrea’s merchandising experience, and the attention to detail so crafted at Disneyworld, they have transformed a 750 sq ft location into six distinct mini-shopping “rooms” in their dollhouse. It’s here you’ll find dresses and jewelry in the closet, bedding & fine linens in the bedroom, bath products and French perfumes in the powder room, imported candies and teas in the kitchen, and vintage in the attic. As described by these sisters, “it’s a tiny girly-girly department store in a house environment.” No admission charged at this Disney in SoMi - you’ll enjoy the experience even more!
Sherri chose the South Miami location (formerly Cavanaugh’s) as it is a stable, family community with an excellent demographic for women, ages 35-55. In the spacious second floor studios, three teachers will be available for classes, starting at 8:15a and ending at 7:15p. 5734 Sunset Drive (2nd Floor) | 305.668.7738
7221 SW 57 Court | 305.662.7966
OTHER SIBLINGS WORKING TOGETHER Two other fashion boutiques opened recently in South Miami – and at both extremes of the map. And it’s all about FAMILY working together to achieve their dreams. On “Sunset East” (east of Red Road), a sister and brother team opened OHM Boutique. The youngest two of a five children, Vanessa and George Sauma, were raised in the Pinecrest area, so they know the area and its clientele very well. At OHM, a name chosen to reflect balance and peace, shoppers (both ladies and men) will find reasonably priced selections from both local and California designers. 1561 Sunset Drive | 305.284.8455
Vanessa and George Sauma
And close to US1 on 73rd Street, you’ll find My Sister’s Closet. While Lilibeth Villanueva is the “face” of the boutique, her brother (Christian) and sister (Liana) help very much behind the scene, and together with mom, they make the new boutique a very special place to shop. Etchings by family friend artist Pavel Lominchar are prominently featured in the cozy, well appointed boutique. While Lilibeth first started designing and creating headbands, the new store carries ladies evening and casual wear. 5942 SW 73 Street | 305.665.9950
Lilibeth Villanueva
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celebrating ANNIVERSARIES From disciplined workouts to an undisciplined party scene two area businesses celebrated anniversaries.
Sophie Jamet, her husband and young children went on holiday to Miami two years ago. Who would have known that the career financial services manager visiting from Paris for her first time, would change course dramatically. While Sophie always had interest in the beauty industry for men and women, in June, she purchased Detlev, and embarked on a new career in a new environment. With six stylists and two nail technicians, Sophie is geared to meet expectations providing a high-end level of service. With her loyal staff, new product lines are being introduced from L’Oreal and Rene Furterer. 6929 57th Avenue (Red Road) | 305.740.6070
PEAK 360 Fitness Observing their first anniversary on September 11, crossfit trainer and owner Guido Trinidad and manager Virginia Oliveira, planned the “Workout of the Day” (WOD) to dedicate to the families of the 9/11 tragedy, with participants contributing to the “Families of September 11” fund. At Peak 360 participants performed exercises such as box jumps, rope climb, wallballs, kettleball swings and more. At the end of the morning work-out $650 was raised. (Photos) Guido Trinidad & Virginia Oliveira / Crossfit Workout RA SUSHI On September 16, RA Sushi celebrated it’s second anniversary with a 90s themed party and benefitting the Susan G. Komen For The Cure Miami/Ft. Lauderdale. The “Fantastic Voyage” took partygoers on a bangin’ ride back to the 90s, boasting all things lame from the decade… (Photos) RA’s GM Timm Timbrooke as Batman, while assistant manager Antone Goodson dressed as Steve Urkel from Family Matters. / Bartenders in high gear
Indulge your sweet tooth!
Join us at The Shops at Sunset Place for an amazing evening of delicious tastings featuring lavish displays of all-you-can-eat desserts, live entertainment and a kid zone with family-friendly activities.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2010 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM THE SHOPS AT SUNSET PLACE (1st level by Niketown) 5701 SUNSET DRIVE, SOUTH MIAMI Tickets $20 (Children 10 and under are free) A portion of event proceeds will benefit local charities
For more information or to purchase tickets, call (305) 663-0482 or visit www.TheShopsAtSunsetPlace.com
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Vol VI., No. 1 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER ISSUE ADVERTISERS DIRECTORY Please patronize our advertisers: Aurum Collection 5960 Sunset Drive | 305.668.0221 Casa Larios 5859 SW 73rd Street |305.662.5656 Chamber South 6410 SW 80th Street | 305.661.1621 Dan Marino’s Fine Food & Spirits 5701 Sunset Drive | 305.661.315 First National Bank of South Miami 5750 Sunset Drive | 305.667.5511 Fitness Together 5829 SW 73rd Street | 305.446.3665 FootWorks 5724 Sunset Drive | 305.661.3008 Giancarlo Designs 5794 Sunset Drive | 305.661.6121 Little Feet & More… 7210 Red Road | 305.666.9655 LVS Salon Group 5838 SW 73rd Street | 305.668.4659 Mack Cycle & Fitness 5995 Sunset Drive | 305.661.8363
Marhaba Mediterranean Restaurant 5701 Sunset Drive | 305.740.5880 Origin Asian Bistro 5850-B Sunset Drive | 305.668.8205 RA Sushi 5829 SW 73rd Street | 305.341.0092 RE/MAX Advance Realty 7220 Red Road | 305.444.7111 Shula’s 347 6901 Red Road | 1.888.97.SHULA (74852) The Shops at Sunset Place 5701 Sunset Drive | 305.663.4222 Vida Day Spa & Wellness Center 5887 Sunset Drive | 305.663.1402 Smoke’t 1450 South Dixie Hwy | 305.669.8338 Town Kitchen & Bar 7301 SW 57 Court | 305.740.8118 Victoria’s Doll House 7221 SW 57 Court | 305.662.2966 Xotica Designs 7209 SW 57 Court | 305.663.5537
SOMIGuide For a complete directory of retail, restaurant and service establishments in South Miami TOWN CENTER, please visit www.somitown.com or pick up a copy of SOMIGuide to Shopping & Dining available at many locations in town. A copy of the FALL Edition SOMIGuide to Shopping & Dining is available by mail order. The Guide will be sent to you via first class mail through the USPO. Send $5.00 to TCMC, Inc. PO Box 431597, Miami, FL 33243-1597 with your mailing address. Send request also by email to: jes_somi@att.net, Subject: SOMIGuide
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Claudia A. Cancio Falls Manager Senior Vice President & Regional Branch Manager
First National Bank of South Miami is proud to have Claudia and her Falls team in our new home! The Falls 8941 SW 136 Street Miami, FL 33176 305.278.5700 Opening November 2010
South Miami Office 5750 Sunset Drive South Miami, FL 33143 305.667.5511
www.fnbsm.com
Kendall Office 7887 North Kendall Drive Miami, FL 33156 305.412.5511