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RIESA PASCAL Riesa was born in London, England and now resides in sunny Orlando, Florida. She is a proud graduate of Florida State University where she double majored in creative writing and communication. In addition to editorial writing, Riesa is also deeply passionate about broadcast journalism and currently freelances as a TV personality with various networks in Central Florida. You can learn more about Riesa at her website: RiesaPascal.com

MARK NEJAME Mark NeJame is a renowned trial attorney who has been involved in some of the areas and country’s highest profile cases. He is routinely sought by the media as a legal commentator and is currently a Legal Analyst for CNN. He is the Founder and Senior Partner of the Law Firm of NeJame, LaFay, Jancha, Ahmed, Barker, Joshi & Moreno, P.A. a/k/a NeJame Law. NeJame Law has 15 attorneys and 4 divisions: Personal Injury, Criminal, Immigration and Business/Commercial Litigation. Mr. NeJame is a regular contributor to Orlando Style Magazine. Mr. NeJame can be reached at 407-245-1232 and NejameLaw.com.

COURTNEY CAGGIANO Courtney was born in Miami and currently resides in Orlando, Florida. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with a BA degree in English Literature, where she developed her passion for the written word.

She pursues all forms of writing, including journalism, nonfiction, critical literary analysis, and songwriting. In her free time, Courtney also performs as a musician and guitarist in the Orlando area.

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COOL SHOTS

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Central Florida Cattle Barons’ Ball at Rosen Shingle Creek

Dr. Debra Grayman, Juan Sanchez & Wendy Coard at Orlando Fashion Week

Cocktails for a Cause at Citrus Club

Mark & Josie NeJame at the Central Florida Cattle Barons’ Ball at Rosen Shingle Creek

Runway to Haiti at The Orlando Country Club

Fashion for Wishes at 180 Skytop Lounge

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Fashion for Wishes at 180 Skytop Lounge

6th Annual Winter Park Wine & Dine

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An Evening of Hope at Portofino Bay Hotel

Central Florida Cattle Barons’ Ball at Rosen Shingle Creek

An Evening of Hope at Portofino Bay Hotel

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Bridal issue travel ‘n style The Pelican Grand Beach resorT Dawn of a new Day neW rolls-royce Get the PiGs! We’re GoinG on a Truffle hunT! one on one WiTh Miss worlD luxury Venues for a DreaM weDDinG

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22 / TOYS Dawn of a New Day

By Sandra Ketcham 26 / CHEF PROFILE Chef Edgardo Raúl The Homecoming

By Riesa Pascal 28 / BON APPETIT Holy Guacamole 30 / BARFLY Kiwi Goodness

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34 / BON APPETIT Get the Pigs! We’re going on a Truffle Hunt!

By Samara Halperin 36 / FASHION Afternoon in White Photos by Jeremy Montemayor 46 / CELEBRITY SOUP They Spent How Much?!

By Riesa Pascal 49 / DON’T MISS THE BEAT Fall in Love with John Mayer

By Courtney Caggiano 50 / PEOPLE Interview with Miss World

By Riesa Pascal 56 / SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW Policing For Profit Must End

By Mark Horwitz

FASHION AFTERNOON IN WHITE

58 / BEST FRIENDS Lounging at Luxury Dog-Friendly Hotels

By Melani Silva 60 / FASHION Le Mariage Photos by Sarai’s Alluring Photography

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Fall in Love with John Mayer

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Guide to Being the Perfect Bridesmaid

62 / BRIDAL Guide to Being the Perfect Bridesmaid

By Samara Halperin 66 / BRIDAL Luxury Venues For a Dream Wedding

By Melanie Silva

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68 / IN THE KNOW Keeping an Eye on PIP in Florida

By Mark NeJame

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE

Happy summer!

OK, so maybe it’s not official yet, but we’re in Central Florida and it’s May. We don’t need a calendar to tell us when it’s time to slip into a summertime state of mind. My family and I have been keeping busy, but also hitting the beach to enjoy the recent stretch of beautiful weather—nice and warm, without the humidity!

We had a wonderful Easter, and hope you enjoyed your Easter or Passover as well. I always find these holidays to be an important time for family gatherings and reminding ourselves of everything we have to be grateful for.

But back to the present... Summer is peak wedding season, and we’re ushering it in with our annual bridal issue. As our longtime readers have come to expect, it’s packed with up-to-date wedding information and inspiration for those of you preparing to take that next big step.

Read on to discover some current matrimonial fashion trends and unique bridal bling for your hair, to get advice for being the perfect bridesmaid, and to see creative wedding cake ideas and fun weddinginspired fashion accessories. Also, explore a few favorite area venues for hosting a wedding, and compare your dream wedding price tag to that of some recently married celebrities.

Whether or not you’re getting ready to wed, our stunning fashion spread should impress. We’ve assembled some beautiful artwork to portray a variety of striking bridal fashions by local talent on page 60, as well as the inspiring Afternoon in White feature fashion spread starting on page 36.

And, since we realize not everyone is focused on wedding plans this month, we’ve included plenty of other content, too. There’s a story on John Mayer, an up-close look at the new Rolls-Royce Dawn, an interview with Miss World, and a travel feature on the gorgeous Pelican Grand Beach Resort, which you’ll find on page 18. And, if you’re a foodie, don’t miss the story on Chef Edgardo Raul on page 26.

I’d like to offer my ardent thanks to our enthusiastic readership, and to our incredible staff and contributors who, like always, went above and beyond to put together another compelling issue.

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I must thank our advertisers, too, without whom none of this would be possible. These are companies that offer top-quality products and services to us all, and that do so much for our local economy, so I encourage you to support them when the opportunity presents itself.

Summer is a prime time for reaching consumers who are ready to spend! In addition to the increased activity of locals and staycationers, tourists pour into the region. Those who stay in many of our finest luxury hotels and resorts will find our most recent issue in their rooms.

I’ll leave you with a teaser for our next issue, the “Out of the Ordinary” special. It will feature some male-oriented skin and grooming articles, as well as cover the essentials: cars, craft beer, and food! Plus, we’ll share ideas for unique first dates, showcase an unusual art show, discuss the health benefits of turkey mushrooms, inspect some odd tech, and more.

If there’s something you’d like to see covered in an upcoming issue, “like” us on Facebook and let us know. We love to hear from our readers. Until next time, be well and enjoy yourselves!

Sincerely,

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MAY 5 / 2017 Give Hope, Change Lives Annual

MAY 6 - 14 / Lego Star Wars Days

Celebration / 6PM - 8:30PM / The Ports of Call at SeaWorld Orlando / salvationarmyorlando.com

Times Vary / LEGOLAND Florida Resort legoland.com

MAY 5 / 4th Annual “Golf Like a Warrior”

MAY 7 / 1st Annual Pathfinder Community

Fundraiser/ 7:30AM / Stoneybrook West Golf Club/ warriorsonwater.com

Walkathon / 9:45AM - 1PM / Shingle Creek Trail Loop / eventbrite.com

MAY 6 / Princess Ball 2017 Benefitting Florida

MAY 12 / 18th Annual Down to Party and Auction:

Hospital / 6PM / Hyatt Regency Orlando / mycentralfloridafamily.com

Movies Through the Ages / 7PM - 12AM / Pines of Windermere / awarenesscampaign.com

MAY 6 / Run for the Roses

MAY 13 / Taste of Soul

5:30PM - 10:30PM / The Pines at Windermere / wojsl.com MAY 6 / 4th Annual Kentucky Derby Soiree

4PM - 8PM / Lakeshore Center Ocoee / eventbrite.com

MAY 6 - 7 / Sanford Arts and Vine Festival

Times Vary / Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center / sanfordartsandvine.com

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11AM - 7PM / Festival Park / gopartylive.com

MAY 13 / Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band: I

Don’t Know Tour 2017 / 8PM / Amway Center/ amway.centerorlando.com MAY 13 / 23rd Annual Hamlin & Associates

Wishmakers Ball / 6PM - 11PM / Waldorf Astoria Orlando / cnfl.wish.org

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DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

25-28 MEGACON ORLANDO

EVENTS CALENDAR www.DrPhillipsCenter.org

MAY 5 - 7 / Orlando Ballet: A Cinderella

Story / Walt Disney Theater / Show times vary MAY 9 - 14 / Matilda / Walt Disney

Theater / Show times vary MAY 13 / 3rd Annual Orlando Whiskey Festival 7PM -

10PM / Mercedes-Benz of Orlando / orlandofoodwine. com MAY 14 / Carlos Vives

MAY 20 / 2nd Annual Walk to End Lupus Now

4PM - 7:30PM / Lake Eola / downtownorlando.com MAY 21 / Royal Tea Party 2017: The Garden of Talent

7PM / Amway Center / amway.centerorlando.com

3:30PM - 5:30PM / UCF Pegasus Ballroom / eventbrite. com

MAY 16 - 29 / Orlando International Fringe Festival

MAY 25 - 28 / MegaCon Orlando 2017

Times Vary / Loch Haven Park Area / orlandofringe.com

MAY 19 / Pinceladas de Mujer Hat Show

11AM - 3:30PM / Eddie V’s Prime Seafood and Steak MAY 20 / Runway To Hope 7th Annual

Spring Fashion Soirée / Rosen Shingle Creek / runwaytohope.org MAY 20 / Charity Challenge XXXII

Times Vary / Orlando Convention Center / megaconorlando.com amway.centerorlando.com MAY 28 / 30th Annual Orlando Carnival

12PM - 10PM / Camping World Stadium / orlandocarnivaldowntown.com

MAY 12 / Martin Sexton / Alexis and Jim

Pugh Theater / 8PM MAY 16 / Julianne & Derek Hough -

MOVE BEYOND / Walt Disney World Theater / 7:30PM MAY 19 / The Head and The Heart / Walt

Disney Theater / 8PM MAY 21 / Frankie Valli and the Four

Seasons / Walt Disney Theater / 7:30PM MAY 28 / Tedeschi Trucks Band / Walt

Disney Theater / 8PM

Times Vary / Camping World Stadium / charitychallengeinc.org

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In Case You Missed It ST YL E E V E N T S , N E WS & G O S S I P F R O M A R O U N D O R L A N D O

By Riesa Pascal Summer is in full bloom in Central Florida! Before we say so long to spring, however, let’s take a look back at the fun we shared in April. Here are all the highlights, just in case you missed it!

The inaugural Fashion for Wishes Spring Fashion Show took place on March 25th high above the Amway Arena at One80 Skytop Lounge. Local models and celebrities walked the runway in Spring Looks from Central Florida’s most elegant boutiques. Proceeds for this event benefitted Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida. Drink specials and featured cocktails kept the party running all night long!

Every spring, the award-winning Downtown Brew takes over Church Street with craft beer, live music, and fun! The 5th annual event—hosted by Church Street District and COX Media—took place on April 1st and featured unlimited samples of over 40 different types of craft beer. Attendees drank up and voted on which brewery took home the prestigious 16

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People’s Choice trophy. Just some of the participating breweries included The Bear and Peacock, Black Cauldron Brewing, and Orlando Brewing.

WrestleMania is the annual professional wrestling pay-perview event produced by WWE. On April 2nd, WrestleMania 33 brought the biggest names in the wrestling industry to Camping World Stadium in Orlando for an unforgettable performance. Attendees were on the edge of their seats as they watched iconic characters battle it out for bragging rights, the belt, and title of the world heavyweight champion.

Orlando Fashion Week was founded in August of 2011 with the purpose of having a greater impact in the community

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by giving back to charitable causes. From April 7th-8th, Orlando Fashion Week fulfilled their purpose all while delivering high quality shows that promoted local fashion designers in swimwear, sportswear, accessories, and couture. This year’s event took place at City Arts Factory in Downtown Orlando.

Star Wars Celebration was the ultimate fan experience focused on a galaxy far, far away! Hardcore and casual fans from around the world celebrated their passion for all things Star Wars—all on the cusp of new Star Wars movies and television shows! The beloved convention took place April 13th-16th at the Orange County Convention Center.

From April 20th-23rd, more than 150 bands rocked out over 15 locations throughout Downtown Orlando on indoor and outdoor stages at the 17th Annual Florida Music Festival. Each night, venues such as Wall St Plaza, Church Street Station, Cheyenne Saloon, and the Dr. Phillips Center showcased unsigned artists from all genres of music to hundreds of industry reps from Nashville, Los Angeles, and New York City.

Spooky Empire hosted one of the most coveted and recognizable thriller conventions in the nation from April 21st-23rd. The 3-day annual weekend returned to the Wyndham Orlando Resort featuring an array of activities including celebrity autographs with meet & greets, Q&As led by special guests, and a tattoo festival with more than 25 artists.

Presented by Enzian Theatre, the Florida Film Festival boasts the best in cutting-edge current cinema, indulgent experiences in food and wine, a mix of industry parties and special events, and a star-packed attendee list. From April 21st-30th, the 2017 festival welcomed more than 25,000 guests and played host to more than 100 visiting directors, producers, and award-winning talent.

The community of Windermere joined Orlando Style Magazine for a fun-filled, pet friendly time at the Windermere Pet Fest on April 29th! Attendees enjoyed a great afternoon under the shady oaks at the Town Hall in Downtown Windermere. The event featured food trucks, live music, a doggy fun zone, police k-9 demonstrations, pet product vendors, a Q&A with vets and more!

Follow us on Twitter @OrlandoStyle or on Instagram @orlandostylemag to stay up-to-date on all Orlando events.

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The Pelican Grand Beach Resort SOAK IN THE SEASIDE ELEGANCE OF FORT LAUDERDALE’S PREMIER WATERFRONT RESORT!

By Riesa Pascal

Rest, Relaxation, Recreation, Relief, Rejuvenation...

This spring I discovered R&R and much more during an unforgettable weekend stay at the newly enhanced Pelican Grand Beach Resort. After having already discussed our expectations for the getaway, my companion and I could hardly contain our excitement as we pulled into valet and were greeted by the smiling staff.

Fortunately for us, our imaginations hadn’t led us astray as the following weekend proved that the Pelican Grand was all we had imagined and then some. Still basking in the glow of an extensive multi-million dollar renovation, the resort sits regally on 500 ft. of private, pristine beachfront in sunny Fort Lauderdale.

We soon made our way through the grand lobby and up to our room on the seventh floor, high above the sandy shores. From city or ocean view guest rooms to luxurious suites, the Pelican Grand offers a vast array of accommodation options for its many guests. 156 Key West-style guest rooms—including 105 oceanfront suites with balconies—allow guests the option of waking up to the sight of a magnificent sunrise and the sound of waves crashing on the shore.

In addition to miles of white-sand beaches, Fort Lauderdale also provides high fashion, fine art museums, breathtaking gardens, historic homes, and an exhilarating nightlife—all of which are located just steps from the resort! Along Las Olas Boulevard, one of the most notable locations, you will find with boutique shopping, chic cafes and delicious food options such as Louie Bossi, an amazing Italian restaurant.

When my companion and I finally managed to venture off the gorgeous Pelican Grand property, we ended up at the Italian eatery where we enjoyed an exquisite Margherita D.O.P. pizza. As we came to find out, D.O.P. meant that all the products utilized in our pizza were certified by the Italian government. In fact, if any food item is not made in Louie Bossi’s kitchen, then it’s being imported from Italy. This fun fact explains why you won’t see items such as chicken parmesan, chicken piccata, or chicken marsala on their menu. Even though those are widely accepted as Italian cuisine, they are actually Italian American fare, and Louie Bossi prides itself on serving deliciously authentic Italian dishes.

The following day was Saturday and it began as I wish every weekend should…with a delectable, savory breakfast on the sweeping veranda at OCEAN2000. Not long afterwards,

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my companion and I found ourselves stretched out under the complementary chairs and umbrellas of our coastal-chic waterfront retreat. Between the private beach, a beautiful zero entry pool, and Fort Lauderdale’s only lazy river, you might think we’d enjoyed enough water for the day, but that was far from true. After all, we were in the yachting capital of the world! It only made sense to go enjoy some of those views from the water.

Our adventure with Riverfront Gondola Tours explored the backwaters of Fort Lauderdale at a leisurely-pace on a quiet electric powered, eco-friendly boat. Cameras snapped away as we cruised past beautiful homes and large yachts on picturesque waterways. I didn’t think it was possible to be more relaxed than I was in that moment, but experiencing pure pampering at PURE Spa a few hours later proved me quite wrong.

The nearly 3,000 sq. ft. spa is based on the Swedish luxury lifestyle that invites light into their space. At every point in the spa you can see astonishing ocean views, and if you’re lucky, you might even see 20 pelicans gracefully soaring past your window, which the staff affectionately calls a Pelican Blessing.

Products used within their services are all organic, and the multi-licensed technicians perform every type of service, from body wraps and waxing to facials and massages. I indulged in a skillful mani-pedi with a Maria Åkerberg essential oil hand scrub and massage oils. Perhaps I relaxed a little too much, as

one minute I was soaking my feet in Dead Sea Salts and minerals and the next my nails were suddenly finished, groomed and perfectly polished.

There was no question that our final dinner should take place at OCEAN2000, the property’s signature restaurant that also happens to be Fort Lauderdale’s only waterfront restaurant. After learning that Travel + Leisure recently named The Pelican Grand a number one spot for brunch in America, it wasn’t surprising that our dining experience turned out to be everything we had hoped for.

We were seated on the stunning outdoor veranda with nothing but candlelight, tiki torches, and the starry night sky to light our menu and our view of the deep blue. At the helm of Executive Chef Derek Rosen, the menu offered regionally influenced cuisine that blends local products and character with a little Latin spice.

We kicked off our dining adventure with piquant appetizers of Mojo Pulled Pork Steamed Buns and Soy-Honey-Lime Braised Pork Belly. When it came to the main course, it was an easy decision for both of us. My companion went with the succulent Maple and Guava BBQ-Glazed Salmon served with fava bean, crispy potato hay, sweet potato and jicama succotash. Meanwhile, I opted for the perfectly prepared Soy-Miso Black Grouper with bok choy, king crab bamboo rice and

mango-coconut curry. A side of their creamy four-cheese blend Lobster Mac & Cheese was a must-try and completed our exceptional meal.

Over the course of the weekend, my companion and I experienced first-rate hospitality at Fort Lauderdale’s Pelican Grand Beach Resort. The property truly does everything necessary to ensure an extraordinary stay for leisure and business travelers alike. Pamper yourself to perfection with a signature spa treatment at PURE Spa before you tempt your taste buds with enticing culinary creations at OCEAN2000. Enjoy everything on-property from hand-delivered lunch on the beach to sweet tooth satisfaction at The Emporium ice cream parlor.

It’s time to steal your loved ones away this summer (or just yourself!) for an unforgettable escape where you will enjoy the exotic beauty of a tropical island without having to step foot out of Florida. Whether shopping-‘til-youdrop on nearby Las Olas Boulevard or dancing to the beat of live entertainment in the O2K Lounge, you will walk away with a deeper understanding of why The Pelican Grand Beach Resort is such a special destination for travelers around the world who are seeking a spirited, yet sophisticated beach getaway.

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BY ELLIOT MINTZER OF BOOMERANG AIR CHARTER

For some people their first trip to the Bahamas is on a Cruise Line…Destination Nassau. Although some enjoy it, Nassau was not what some envisioned when they thought of the Bahamas: white sand beaches, azure skies and turquois water. If it’s relaxation, natural beauty and authentic Bahamian culture you’re looking for, then the Abaco Islands are for you.

Crystal-clear water, one of the top-ten beaches in the world and excellent fishing are just a few reasons that everyone should see this northern most area of the Bahamas, nothing beats the Abacos. Only 65 miles from the US at the closest point, these islands offer a wide variety of fun places and serene beauty rarely seen so close to the U.S. HOW TO GET THERE The Abacos are made up of the two main islands of Great Abaco and Little Abaco, and several smaller islands with names like Green Turtle Cay, Great Guana, Man-o-War, Elbow Cay, Lubbers Quarters and more. There are a number of ways to travel to there, including by boat, but for this article, we’ll take to the skies. and talk

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about Marsh Harbor and Elbow Cay… Most people traveling to the Abacos fly into Marsh Harbour International Airport and there are several options to get you there. If you are looking to save time and enjoy the experience, private air charter operators at Orlando executive airport utilize a number of different planes that can seat up to 9 passengers, climb to 28,000 feet and cruise at 300 MPH while providing personalized service. This means that Marsh Harbour is less than 90 minutes away.

MARSH HARBOUR Marsh Harbour, located on Great Abaco Island, is the largest settlement in the islands, with a population of just over 5,000. It’s a short distance from the airport which makes it an excellent base of vacation operations as many of the other islands are easily accessible by catching a ferry or renting a boat for a little island hopping.

ELBOW CAY Take the boat or ferry ride to Elbow Cay. The 120-foot red and white striped Hope Town Lighthouse (circa 1863), and harbor are right

off a post card, and the adjoining village is uncrowded and charming.

One of the best ways to see the island is to rent a golf cart or bicycle, which is the main mode of transportation on Elbow Cay. Locals and visitors alike will be seen cruising island style from one end of Elbow Cay to the other.

Once you’ve settled in, load up the golf cart or boat and head west to Tahiti Beach. Accessible only on foot, by bike or boat, this gem of secluded white sand arcs out into calm clear water and is ideal for swimming, walking or just exploring (ignore the “Private” signs you will pass, as the road to Tahiti Beach is public).

Boaters can pull right up to a few feet off the sand.

The Abacos are the “real” Bahamas-. The experience will have you coming back again and again and the memories will last a lifetime.

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DAWN OF A NEW DAY

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BY SANDRA KETCHAM

The Rolls-Royce Dawn is the perfect blend of substance and beauty.

It’s comfortable and functional enough for daily driving, but with a presence so striking you can proudly drive it down Park Avenue or through the streets of Palm Beach.

Rolls says 80 percent of the Dawn’s body panels are unique, but it certainly feels like a roomier, sleeker version of the Wraith, but with the option to fold away the roof with one touch of a button.

The dawn is graceful and captivating, with an exquisite design that puts it at the top of its class. It shares the drivetrain, suspension, and structural elements of the Wraith, and both ride on the same 122.5-inch wheelbase, but it’s a bit longer and easily carries four adult passengers. It’s certain to be the most social of the super-luxury convertible cars. Plus, a twin-turbo 6.6-liter V12 powertrain and a power output of 563bhp or 420kW @ 5250rpm means you aren’t sacrificing power for comfort or style.

THE ROLLS-ROYCE BRAND IS SYNONYMOUS WITH QUALITY, SOPHISTICATION, AND EXCLUSIVITY FOR A REASON.

From the commanding Ghost to the edgy Wraith and now the dignified Dawn, these high-class cars just keep getting better. Made with luxury materials and with limitless bespoke possibilities, Rolls will create an interior and exterior color palette that inspires, and the customization doesn’t stop there. Rolls craftspeople will embroider your initials, crest, or insignia onto the seat headrest or inlay them into the veneer.

The Rolls-Royce brand is synonymous with quality, sophistication, and exclusivity for a reason. There’s nothing comparable to the feelings of exhilaration and freedom felt when stepping into one of these stunning cars. Push the boundaries of life with a Rolls-Royce.

“At Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, we design without compromise, and this uncompromising approach brings new challenges with each new motor car,” says Giles Taylor, Director of Design.

“In the case of the new Rolls-Royce Dawn, we have designed it from the road up to deliver a striking, seductive encounter.”

Rolls believes the Dawn is their sexiest Rolls-Royce yet, and they aren’t wrong.

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CHEF PROFILE

Chef Edgardo Raúl THE HOMECOMING

By Riesa Pascal

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CHEF PROFILE

How the beloved chef found his way back home to Vines Grille & Wine Bar Edgardo Raúl Rodríguez didn’t always know he wanted to be a chef. In fact, the Puerto Rico native’s plan was to go to law school, but that dream changed shortly after he accepted a dishwashing job the summer before starting college.

One fateful day, the kitchen was short staffed and Edgardo was called to fill in. Overnight, he began to develop a deep fascination for the high-pressure environment and work camaraderie of the kitchen.

That curiosity stayed with Edgardo and led him to start cooking small meals around the home with his parents.

“I would cook simple dishes like mashed potatoes, but they would turn out better than what the recipe said. That made me a little more confident so I decided I wanted to go to culinary school.”

Not only was Edgardo a fast learner in the kitchen, one might even say cooking was in his blood! His grandmother was a well-known cook in Puerto Rico who sometimes received hundreds of weekly orders from people trying to purchase her meals.

In a move that would surely make her proud, Edgardo attended a culinary school on the island and then the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu in Florida before starting his first real cooking job at a former Orlando restaurant named Blue Bistro. Two years later, Edgardo made his next career jump to The Ravenous Pig. “That’s where I learned how to make everything from scratch and fine tune my crafts. I developed more of a passion and more of a respect for the ingredients. Buying whole animals, whole everything and using every single part of it.”

three great years before departing to enter the world of fine dining at Wolfgang Puck. Just four months later, he returned to Vines Grille for another three years before accepting an offer from neighboring Eddie V’s. Two years after that, Edgardo made a career jump to Kokino Restaurant and then just 6 months later, his heart called him back to the job he had enjoyed the most. The restaurant that had always felt like home for a multitude of reasons.

“The purchasing power that we have here at Vines is a freedom that a lot of other people don’t get.

I can buy the best of the best of anything. I’m proud to work here because we’re one of the only mom-and-pop restaurants on Dr. Phillips so we can do what the other guys can’t. They’re limited by corporate constraints and they can’t evolve like we have and be fluid like we can be.”

So what does the future hold for Executive Chef Edgardo Raúl and Vines Grille? Well for one, you can expect to see a lot more fusion dishes, more seafood and the start of a new dry aging program! Edgardo also looks forward to purchasing more organic products and ethically-treated animals.

“What I want to do here is bring back that level of exclusivity. Dishes we can make at any time that you can’t get anywhere else. A menu that we can change out whenever we want. That’s what we’re doing right now. We’re rejuvenated. You’re going to get an experience that you can’t get anywhere else.”

Edgardo has had many kitchen jobs over the years, but each of them has played an important role in helping him to become the exceptional chef he is today. From learning how to create new menus every day at Blue Bistro to making everything from scratch at The Ravenous Pig to understanding the fine-dining aspects of Eddie V’s and more—Edgardo has taken a little bit of knowledge from every restaurant and a little bit of technique from every chef he’s met along the way. Fortunately for patrons of Vines Grille, Edgardo is just as happy to have returned as we are to have him back.

“This is home. I’ve been here more than anywhere else. Coming back felt like I had 2 days off.”

In 2008, two years later, Edgardo accepted his first offer to work at Vines Grille & Wine Bar. He served as Sous Chef for the award-winning steakhouse for Vines Grille & Wine Bar 7533 Sand Lake Rd. Orlando, FL 32819 Reservation #: 407.351.1227 vinesgrille.com

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HOLY GUACAMOLE 3 RECIPES TO ENJOY BY THE “DOMESTIC GEEK”

TANGY THAI GUACAMOLE

TRADITIONAL GUACAMOLE

Ingredients 3 ripe avocados 1 lime, juiced 3-4 green onions, chopped 1 red chili, seeded and minced 1 tsp ginger, freshly grated 1 clove of garlic, minced 1 tbs sweet Thai chili sauce

Ingredients 3 medium avocados or 4 small ones; 1 firm tomato, finely diced; 1/2 white onion; 1/2 cup chopped cilantro; 2 tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice; salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions - In a bowl, mash the avocados.

- Mix in lime juice, green onion, red chili, ginger, garlic and thai chili sauce.

- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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Instructions - Open the avocados and scoop out the flesh.

- Mash the flesh with a fork, it can still have hard parts, follow your preference.

- Stir the other ingredients.

- Enjoy right away or store in the refrigerator.

A trick is to put a plastic wrap that touches the guacamole so it doesn’t brown because of contact with air.

GRILLED CORN GUACAMOLE Ingredients 3 ripe avocados ½ cup grilled corn kernels 1 lime, juiced ¼ red onion, finely diced ½ jalapeno pepper, minced 1 tomato, seeded and diced 1 clove of garlic, minced 1 bunch of fresh cilantro, chopped ½ tsp chili powder ½ tsp cumin cayenne pepper to taste salt and pepper to taste Instructions To grill the corn: - Soak cob in water for 15 minutes.

- Remove cobs from water.

- Place cobs on the grill for about 10 minutes, turning frequently until you’ve got grill marks on all sides.

- Carefully cut the corn off the cob.

To make the dip - Using a potato masher, mash the avocados.

- Mix in lime juice, corn, red onion, jalapeno, tomato, garlic, chipotle pepper, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper.

- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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“Top-shelf live jazz and blues — nightly — set the tone for the Vines Grille & Wine Bar experience, creating atmosphere that speaks to romance, relaxation, sophistication and, if you take advantage of the stellar wine selection a modicum of inebriation. Live music starts every night at seven, marking the end of happy hour and the beginning of the dinner hour (Vines is also an upscale dining venue and wine shop). Let staffers steer you toward the perfect drink selection. Music plays in the bar, but an open layout lets everyone enjoy the vibe, whether the band is playing hot or cool.” USA TODAY - 10 BEST

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The hot weather is quicly approacing us. But not to worry for we have a sweet, refreshing drink that will instantly cool you down! Perfect for BBQ’s, pool parties, and for any occasion!

Goodness RECIPE

Take one So Fruitty bar and pour chilled champagne or sparkling wine over the bar…sip and enjoy!

These frozen treats are bursting with flavor because they’re made from the ripest, juiciest, and freshest fruit.

So Fruitty is a healthy, delicious, convenient, and lowcalorie treat that preserves the nutrition and the same creamy, velvety, sour, and crunchy texture of the fruit it’s made from. These bars do not contain food colors or added flavors, nor do they use fruit juice concentrate.

And the taste is simply spectacular! You can find these delicious bars at Whole Foods and Sprouts!

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By Samara Halperin

Get the Pigs!

We’re Going on a

TRUFFLE HUNT!

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One of the fanciest ways to add flavor to your food is by using a truffle. Truffles are a fungus, similar to the mushroom, that grows in the roots of trees such as poplar, oak, and birch. The fungus looks more like a potato and is definitely not related to the chocolate treat commonly sold around Valentine’s Day. Truffles became popular in France during the 1800s when many truffle forests were planted. Unfortunately, World War II damaged the land where these popular delicacies grew, significantly reducing their availability.

WHAT ARE TRUFFLES USED FOR? Truffles are used for cooking, most commonly in upscale restaurants. It’s important to use care when combining truffles with other ingredients to ensure the flavor of the truffle is not overpowered by other items on the plate. The truffle should be the star of any dish.

Fortunately, it doesn’t take much of this delicious fungus to liven up a meal; a tiny bit of truffle goes a long way. Often, truffles are sliced and grated onto food, such as french fries, to add flavor to an otherwise boring dish. Their woody, nutty flavor works well with fatty and bland foods, such as foie gras and pasta.

HOW MUCH DO TRUFFLES COST & WHY? Truffles are one of the most expensive foods used by chefs, and many are willing to pay up to $1200 for a pound of truffles. A recently produced black truffle in Australia weighing about 2 ¾ pounds costs between $2000 and $2500. And the cost of white truffles is typically even higher because they are more difficult to produce.

Truffles only grow in specific types of soil and under specific types of trees. To find the truffles, animals with a strong sense of smell, like dogs and pigs, sniff around the trees to locate them underground, inside the tree roots. Once they are found, humans must harvest the truffles, being careful not to damage the fungus or the tree. It is this difficult process that makes truffles so expensive.

To find the truffles, animals with a strong sense of smell, like dogs and pigs, sniff around the trees to locate them underground, inside the tree roots.

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CELEBRITY SOUP

THEY $PENT HOW MUCH?!

A BREAKDOWN OF THE MOST EXPENSIVE CELEBRITY WEDDINGS

PAUL MCCARTNEY & HEATHER MILLS, 2002: $3.2 MILLION The Beatles singer-songwriter held an Indian-themed wedding in Ireland for his second trip down the aisle.

The price of their divorce settlement 6 years later? A whopping $50 million...ouch!

Chartered aircraft from London Heathrow to Belfast: $12,500 per jet, one way (adjusted for inflation) Castle rental for reception: $40,000 Flowers: $145,000 Fireworks: $150,00 4-tier chocolate cake: $4,500

GEORGE & AMAL CLOONEY, 2014: $4.6 MILLION It pays to have friends like The Clooneys! They voluntarily foot the travel bill for all the guests of their destination wedding in Venice, Italy.

Bachelor dinner: $1,750 Bachelorette dinner: $2,000 Cipriani hotel suites, three nights, 95 rooms: Apprx. $3 million Alternate accommodations at The Aman Hotel: $4,650/night per suite Water transportation around Venice: $36,500 Ceremony and reception set-up: $300,000 Munaretto flowers: $250,000 5-course reception dinner for 100 guests: $30,000 250 bottles of champagne: $50,000 200 bottles of Grey Goose vodka: $80,000 600 bottles of Casamigos Tequila: $30,000 (waived for Clooney who is a co-owner) Custom Oscar de la Renta gown: $380,000 Giorgio Armani tuxedo: $5,000 Sunday post-wedding lunch at Cipriani: $15,000

PRINCE WILLIAM & KATE MIDDLETON, 2011: $34 MILLION This highly-anticipated royal wedding brought an estimated $690 million boost to the local economy, including tourism and merchandise!

Security: $32 million Alexander McQueen gown: $434,000 A luncheon reception for 600 guests at Buckingham Palace and a dinner reception for 300 hosted by Prince Charles: $600,000 Flowers & foliage, including eight 20-foot-high trees: $800,000 White buttercream wedding cake and chocolate cookie groom’s cake: $80,000

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CELEBRITY SOUP

Listen carefully and you may just hear a faint ringing this month, but don’t fret! That is not the sound of you losing your hearing, but rather the sound of wedding bells filling the air. Couples all across the country are preparing their summer nuptials and as prices continue to rise, one study says the average wedding now cost nearly $33,000—the largest amount yet! An article published

by E! broke down some of the more costly elements that have gone into various celebrity unions over the years.

We’ve used their numbers to compile the following list of wedding bills that would break the average person’s bank.

CHELSEA CLINTON & MARC MEZVINSKY, 2010: $3-$5 MILLION The former first daughter was all smiles as she said “I do” in front of 400 guests at the Astor Courts estate in Rhinebeck, N.Y. Catering: $750,000 Premium windowed, air-conditioned tents: $600,000 Flowers: $500,000 Tables: $109,000 Invitations: $60,000 Custom Vera Wang gown: $20,000 Diamond jewelry: $250,000 Grooms Burberry tux: At least $2,000 5-foot, 11-tier gluten-free chocolate wedding cake: $11,000 Security: Apprx. $200,000

KIM KARDASHIAN & KANYE WEST, 2014: $2.8 MILLION Believe it or not, Kim and Kanye’s elaborate intercontinental wedding still cost less than Kanye’s $3.3 million proposal in San Francisco!

Kim’s Givenchy Haute Couture gown: Apprx. $500,000 Glam squad available to guests: $380/person Hotel George V in Paris: Rooms starting at $750/night St. Regis or Four Seasons: Rooms starting at $885/night Bachelorette dinner: $409/person Family’s stay at the Villa San Michele in Florence: $1,800/night per room Westin Excelsior for guests: $68,000 for 100 rooms Ground transport around the city: $70,000 Air transport: $74,000 per trip between Florence and Paris Forte di Belvedere, wedding venue rental: $409,000 Flowers, Fiori Della Signoria: $136,000 Catering: $110,00 7-foot-tall cake: $6,685 STYLETOME.COM |

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WITH A LIST OF FAMOUS EX-GIRLFRIENDS THAT ARE JUST AS REMARKABLE AS HIS CRITICALLY-ACCLAIMED HIT CATALOG, WE’D BE A FOOL TO FALL FOR SOMEONE LIKE JOHN MAYER

DON’T MISS THE BEAT

FA LL IN LOVE WITH

JOHN MAYER

by Courtney Caggiano

This month is the perfect time for a latespring escape, whether you’re jet setting to a paradisiacal destination or just enjoying a relaxing weekend staycation. Wherever May might take you, and whoever you decide to take along with you, you’ll want to bring John Mayer’s latest album, The Search for Everything, to keep you company. But be warned—you’ll probably fall just as in love with him as you will with that tropical sunset you’re hoping to find.

We’ve become accustomed to hearing breakup songs from the young, bad boy who we knew John Mayer to be. Those dark, sad eyes longing for stability and sleep, albums full of desperate lyrics of resounding disillusionment with lasting relationships, and that uncaring attitude and romantic intolerance all suggested that perhaps his inability to hold onto a girl might be his own fault.

With a list of famous ex-girlfriends that are just as remarkable as his critically-acclaimed hit catalog, we’d be a fool to fall for someone like John Mayer—at least, we would have been until we heard The Search for Everything.

This album—creatively fashioned into two episodic releases, Wave One and Wave Two— challenges everything we thought to be true

about the brooding songwriter with a song collection savoring strongly of maturity and moving on.

In the first track of the second EP, “Still Feel Like Your Man,” Mayer confesses the ease with which he falls back into feeling that lingering sense of belonging, like we all do, after a relationship has met its end. This ease seems more like honesty than a weakness, as the only sign of sadness found within the song is heard in the lyrics. Mayer champions his emotions in the melodic structure of the song, crafting up a smooth bass-line and turning the spotlight away from his feelings and onto those jazzy guitar parts oozing with chill.

The Search for Everything is documented water under the bridge, as well as pieced-together testimonies of the man who crossed the bridge and brought with him wisdom from the other side. John Mayer has seemed to grow up, yet we see him handle the achingly arduous task of letting go and moving on with such nonchalant charisma and unassuming grace that is translated through song as incredible strength—a far leap from the John Mayer crooning “Dreaming with a Broken Heart” or “Why Georgia.”

The intricacies of emotion and experience Mayer has intertwined in this album paints a precise picture of a master at his work—and his life, which—knowing anything about the singer’s romantic history—is impressive. This delicate portrait of the artist as an older and wiser gentleman reveals a different kind of John.

All of these personal implications about the man himself are easily understood with a close listen to the album, but Mayer will sweep you off your feet well before you realize how wonderfully he has changed. The Search for Everything is subtle poetry swimming through intoxicating guitar innovation and leaving room for us to breathe. The acoustic-driven “Emoji of a Wave” tenderly coaxes you into belief that letting go can be as effortless as it sounds— because it is for John.

The Search for Everything is your perfect companion as you embrace the last days of spring with John Mayer’s enchanting songs that make anything seem possible. Take it with you as you travel, have it be the soundtrack to your May romance, and fall in love with the new John Mayer.

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THE JOURNEY TO BECOME MISS WORLD Style Magazines sits down with Miss World 2016, Stephanie Del Valle!

By Riesa Pascal, Photos By Ricardo Acevedo Photography Miss World is the oldest and largest international pageant in the world.

The competition is held annually with representatives from over 130 countries. In December 2016, Puerto Rico’s Stephanie Del Valle beat contestants from all over the world to win the title of Miss World 2016 at the 66th installment in Washington, D.C. The 19-yearold was only the second Miss World to hail from Puerto Rico and the first Miss World to be crowned in the U.S. I got to catch up with the brunette beauty during a media week pit stop in Orlando. As we sat outside Starbucks in Disney Springs, Stephanie passionately shared details about her transition from teen model to world renowned beauty queen.

“I found the Miss World contest and their Beauty With A Purpose projects and the amount of money it raises for kids around the world.

Charity work is something that I’ve done my entire life and always had a passion for. I thought Miss World would be a great platform to spread messages of positivity and have the opportunity to make the world a better place, so I decided to participate.”

The candidates involved in Miss World are required to take on Beauty with a Purpose projects in their home countries with the intention of encouraging and inspiring global humanitarianism. Since inception, more than $1 billion USD has been raised through Beauty With A Purpose and donated to charitable organizations around the world. That was a more than worthy cause for Stephanie who has spent years working with Lily’s Angels, a 50

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foundation that provides therapy for infants and toddlers with Down syndrome in Puerto Rico.

“I decided to participate in my local pageant in Puerto Rico, but I was studying at Pace University in New York, so I would travel back and forth every single weekend for 6-7 weeks. I was really committed and driven. I really wanted this opportunity to not only represent Puerto Rico, but to spread the messages that Miss World has.”

Well the hard work paid off and in March 2016, Stephanie won the Miss World Puerto Rico title. From that point on, it was constant preparation for the global competition. For Stephanie, ensuring she was well-rounded and ready to compete meant attending every class from singing and acting to public speaking, debate and even world history.

“I was definitely making an effort so that even if I didn’t win, I would’ve represented my island really, really proudly.”

To say she represented her island proudly, would be a huge understatement! The Miss World pageant started on November 26th and three weeks later on December 18th, Stephanie Del Valle was crowned the 66th Miss World pageant queen.

“That final night I was happy with whatever the outcome. I was relaxed that day. I prayed before every single time I went out. I told myself that I don’t need to win anything because I’m

happy with the job I did, I’m happy with how I represented my island, and I’m happy with the people that I met and the experiences we’ve had. There was no moment throughout the competition that I felt like I was going to win.

I never felt like I was on top. I was just having a good time and that really helped me because I wasn’t so stressed about the outcome. I just wanted to have fun and live the experience.”

Well the shock of receiving the crown was only the beginning of Stephanie’s life-changing experience. After returning to Puerto Rico for her homecoming, it was time to hit the road... and the air! At the time of our interview—just 3 months into her reign—Stephanie had already traveled to Hong Kong, China and London, and had future trips planned to Indonesia, Kenya, Argentina, Fiji, Australia, Philippines, South Africa, New Zealand and even Brazil. Needless to say, being Miss World is a full-time job, so what will Stephanie do once her coveted reign is over?

“I’m very passionate about music, theatre, acting, dance, and modeling. I hope for my career to take off in any of those areas, but if it doesn’t, I’ll pursue entertainment law work so I can stay in the business and help other people who have my same dream, just from a different point of view.”

For now, Stephanie still has the remainder of 2017 to represent her island with pride, wear the crown with joy and showcase what it means to be Miss World.

Skin SAFETY

MAY IS SKIN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

A Look At Skin Cancer

SCREENING

the importance of skin cancer screening

IT SAVES LIVES EARLY DETECTION Melanoma is the 6th IS ESSENTIAL most common cancer

MELANOMA

in the U.S.

CAUSES approximately 8,650 deaths per year CAN appear anywhere on the body, even parts that

Melanoma causes 75% of deaths from skin cancer

are not exposed to the sun

Any changes in existing moles should be reported to your dermatologist

ABCDE

IT’S EASY 90% off melanomas can be spotted without magnification Examine your own skin between visits to your dermatologist

The longer the cancer grows, the greater the risk of death from the disease

MAY look like a discolored, misshapen, or uneven mole

DANGER SIGNS IN PIGMENTED LESIONS

Many skin cancers are 95% curable with early detection and treatment

A

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ASYMMETRY

BORDER IRREGULAR

COLOR VARIED

DIAMETER LARGER THAN 6 MM

EVOLVING APPEARANCE

Skin Cancer

PREVENTION TIPS Wear sunscreen

Stay in the shade

Get annual exams

Use sunscreen daily with at least spf 15 and both UVA and UVB protection

Avoid the sun when it’s strongest, usually between 10 am and 4 pm

Examine yourself for changes and visit your dermatologist regularly for a thorough exam

Dr. Palceski is a board certified dermatologist at Reflections Dermatology & Center for Skin Care.

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Florida Land Deals &

THE ROARING 1920’S

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t was the roaring twenties. We had just overcame the end of world war 1. Many families were now traveling via automobiles. Americans had disposable income and a desire to get rich. Word quickly spread about speculators making big money in Florida on land deals. The Florida government was investing massive money on infrastructure and facilities to attract future residents, tourists and land investors. Florida quickly became one of the greatest economic opportunities in the country. The quality of life looked really glamorous to those who would read about life in Florida. Millions of Americans were captivated about this amazingly attractive opportunity. Credit was easy to obtain if you had a decent job. Newspapers would write glamorous stories about land investors who doubled or tripled their profits within months. In 1922, newspapers were full of real estate advertisements, with the Miami Herald being one of the largest publications due to its enormous land advertisement section. This must have been an extremely effective marketing method because records show that two-thirds of all Florida real estate was sold by mail to speculators who had never even stepped foot in Florida.

By Hooman Hamzehloui

Speculators were making big money and the market was going crazy with rapidly rising prices. As acquisition costs went up, profit margins became tighter and tighter. Before long it was 1925, and the negative stories about speculators buying worthless swampland sight unseen were starting to spread. The IRS started scrutinizing deals, publications like Forbes Magazine started warning people to be careful because the Florida real estate boom was one big scam. You know what happened next? The bubble burst and countless speculators lost their life savings and then some.

Sound familiar? That’s right, it sounds eerily similar to the modern real estate boom and bust. In the real estate boom of the 2000s, Florida experienced a similar market. Here’s a sales report for two different pieces of land that were playing “musical owners”. Both of these were single family lots.

LOT 1: Originally sold for - $580,910 on 7-15-2004 Sold again for - $750,000 on 1-28-2005 Sold again for - $1,341,000 on 7-18-2005 Sold again for - $350,000 on 8-7-2012 LOT 2: Originally sold for - $1,072,000 on 10-5-2001 Sold again for - $1,820,000 on 5-10-2005 (Flipped via double escrow for $580k profit) Sold again for - $2,400,000 on 5-10-2005 Sold again for - $4,280,000 on 6-26-2006 One client bought 40 acres in 1980 for $250,000. They put cattle on the property so that they would only have to pay minimal agricultural property taxes. On 10-09-2015, I sold the property for $5,100,000. I have a client I represented as a buyer’s agent for 11 acres in the attractions area. In less then a year, we have 5 acres of the 11 acres under contract for the price the buyer paid for the entire 11 acres. I have another client who bought 180 acres in 2007 for almost $2,000,0000.

That property is worth somewhere between $10,000,000 $15,000,000 today.

Land has turned many property owners into very wealthy individuals. However, for as many amazing successful land deals that I can show you via public records, I can show you just as many ugly stories that have brought investors to their knees. Please take this warning seriously. Do not try to invest in land or any real estate without the help of a competent Real Estate professional who can show you a successful book of business with verifiable transactions. If your agent is not willing to show you this, Run Forrest Run! For more information on any of these deals, please contact me at hooman@MastersRealty.com or 407-985-4621

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Civil forfeiture, also known as ‘policing for profit,’ has received widespread criticism because of police seizing assets including cash and vehicles belonging to citizens who were never charged with a crime or even arrested.

An example of such police practices was discussed by Justice Thomas in an opinion issued on March 6, 2017. A Texas police officer made a traffic stop on a ‘known drug corridor’ which is police speak for any highway between major cities. Police found no illegal drugs or other contraband in the car, however, they did discover $201,100 cash and a bill of sale for a home in Pennsylvania. The police seized the money for civil forfeiture. The driver of the car related that the money belonged to his mother and was the proceeds of a sale of the home in Pennsylvania. The driver’s mother filed a claim for the money, however, the Texas courts held that the forfeiture was justified because the State proved by a preponderance of the evidence (the lowest standard of proof in the justice system) that the money was either the proceeds of a drug sale or intended to be used in such a sale.

Examples of abuse pointed out by Justice Thomas included a town in Texas which routinely seized property of out-of-town drivers passing through the town. Police, in collaboration with the district attorney, would coerce drivers into giving up their property. In one example, the officials threatened to file unsubstantiated felony charges against a Latino driver and his girlfriend and to place the children in foster care unless they signed over the property that the authorities wanted to forfeit. In another example, cited by Justice Thomas, the authorities seized a plant worker’s car and all his property including cash he planned to use for dental work. He was jailed for a night, forced to sign away his property, and then released on the side of the road without a phone or money.

Justice Thomas wrote that the historic use

of civil forfeiture was limited principally to objects used in violation of customs and revenue laws and resulted in the forfeiture of ships and cargoes. He noted “I am skeptical that this historic practice is capable of sustaining, as a constitutional matter, the contours of modern practice, for two reasons.” First, historic civil forfeitures were narrower in most respects than its modern usage. Second, treating forfeitures as civil rather than criminal carries important implications for protections such as the right to trial by jury and the proper standard of proof.

The opinion by Justice Thomas sends a signal that he is concerned about the abuses and constitutionality of current civil forfeiture practices. The Supreme Court did not consider the issue because it had not been properly raised and therefore, not preserved for review.

All should be concerned about current civil forfeiture police practices. The abuse of civil forfeiture can impact even law-abiding citizens. For example, travelers taking cash through TSA check points at any airport can be pulled for questioning causing them to miss their flight and have their money seized. Cash seizures at airports have ranged from tens of thousands of dollars to as little as $500.

The abuse of citizens by taking their property under the guise of civil forfeiture continues. The problem is not only with federal law enforcement but also state law enforcement, as well. While Florida has modified its civil forfeiture laws, major areas of abuse still exist. It is time to repeal all civil forfeiture laws and allow forfeiture only in criminal cases thereby preserving important constitutional safeguards to protect people against policing for profit.

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By Melanie Silva

If you and your family are planning to take your dog on vacation, you’ll need to find a pet-friendly hotel. Last year, more than 15 million Americans traveled with their pets. Many hotel chains are starting to notice this rising trend and are responding accordingly. Some lucky dogs not only go on vacation, but they also get in-room massages, their own seasonal room service menu, and a welcome gift that they can chew on. Check out a few of our favorite pet-friendly hotel chains that welcome your dog.

THE RITZ CARLTON The Ritz Carlton’s pet-friendly locations know how to pamper your pooch. Their Washington, D.C. location offers plush dog beds, dog bowls, and all-natural treats. They do charge a per night fee and a $250 USD non-refundable dog cleaning fee. Dogs less than 20 pounds are welcome and require advance registration. Your pet cannot be left unattended within the guestroom, and they must be fully trained and appropriately restrained at all times. The Ritz-Carlton also provides an extensive room service menu with three delicious choices for dessert—including liver “kisses.” For registration as well as a copy of the resort pet policy, contact the resort concierge.

FOUR SEASONS HOTELS & RESORTS Are you and your pet looking for a lavish stay? If so, look no further than the luxurious Four Season hotel. Not all Four Seasons hotels and resorts accept pets, but those that do offer an experience your pet will never forget. The upscale brand offers small dogs and cats in-room

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amenities like beds, water bowls, and piddle pads. Concierges at petfriendly locations also have plenty of helpful tips about local dog parks and additional pet-friendly activities. Most have weight restrictions of 15 to 25 pounds and they normally don’t charge extra for your fur friend. Additional pets may be permitted with prior approval from the management.

W HOTELS This luxury hotel pulls out all the stops for both human and pet guests.

Their P.A.W. (Pets Are Welcome) Program offers guests a welcome packet with toys, treats, a specialized W Hotels pet tag, clean-up bags, and a list of available pet services. Pet-friendly rooms feature a custom pet bed, food and water bowls, and turndown treats. The room rate with a pet will include an additional fee above the room charge plus a nonrefundable cleaning fee. W Hotels allow one pet per room at no more than 40 pounds. However, dogs exceeding the weight limit and pets other than dogs may be accepted into the hotel at the Hotel Management’s discretion.

As always, be sure to check your hotel’s pet policy before heading out on your family vacation. If one of these pet-friendly hotel chains isn’t available at your destination, simply call around to the independent hotels in the area and ask about their pet policy. Just make sure you have a plan in place before you leave home.

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Guide to being the perfect

BRIDESMAID So, you’ve been asked to be your friend or sister’s bridesmaid. You’re excited and ready to get to work. But planning a wedding--and everything that comes before and after--is a lot of work and even more stress.

Becoming a bridesmaid is as much a part-time job as it is an honor.

As one of the bride’s go-to people, you must know how and when to help and when you should get out of the way. We’ve created a perfect set of guidelines so you’ll be ready to do your part in creating a dream wedding experience.

PRE-WEDDING DAY EXPECTATIONS Always be willing to volunteer. Contact the bride regularly and ask how you can be of service. If she’s reluctant to ask for help, have some ideas ready. By offering to help early on, you can show the bride you’re there for her without getting stuck with expensive or inconvenient obligations.

Offer to help choose the bridesmaid dresses. This makes it more likely you’ll end up in something you don’t hate. Just remember that the final decision belongs to the bride. So, even if you hate the dress, you must wear it happily and graciously for a few hours.

Be willing to assist the other bridesmaids and the maid of honor with anything that comes up. If someone else is spearheading the bridal shower or bachelorette party, but tasks are piling up, step up and help. Come up with fun ideas for those events and then help implement them. These events should be a source of fun and celebration to ease the stresses of wedding planning.

Attend any pre-wedding events such as the bridal shower, bachelorette party, rehearsal dinner, etc. It is very important the bride feels supported during this stressful time. This is also an excellent way to bond with the other bridesmaids. You may even make new lifelong friends.

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By Samara Halperin

Listen and be patient, no matter how much complaining occurs.

No wedding takes place with zero flaws, so when those obstacles happen, the bride is going to need to vent. Make sure the bride knows you are always available, and step in when she seems overwhelmed dealing with vendors or decisions about floral arrangements.

Chip in financially where you can. In many cases, the bridesmaids pay for the bridal shower, but there are other ways you can help financially that will allow you to feel more included and relieve some of the bride’s stress.

YOUR JOB FOR THE BIG DAY On the morning of the wedding, offer to take care of any last minute errands. This will allow the bride to remain calm and focused on her wedding day.

Keep dancing! Make sure the reception remains lively, deal with issues as soon as they arise, and socialize with guests to ensure they are having a blast.

Offer to give the maid of honor a break throughout the reception by holding the bride’s gown train and making sure everything’s running smoothly.

Set up your own means of transportation to and from the wedding. Don’t rely on the bride or other bridesmaids to provide transportation for you. Everyone has a million things on their mind that day, so make sure you find a way to get home at the end of the night.

Take a million pictures. You’ll want to remember this day forever, and the bride and groom will appreciate any photos you take during the reception. Also, take photos of the shower, dinners, and salon visits and put them into a keepsake album for the bride and other bridesmaids.

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JENNIFER BEHR FRANCES CRYSTAL ORCHID COMB

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It’s no secret that one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life is the day she walks down the aisle. The memorable event is worth all of the hard work, sweat, and tears that go into planning the perfect wedding. Thankfully, Orlando is full of stunning and breathtaking hotels that continuously provide soon to be brides with the wedding of their dreams, one that they will never forget.

By Melanie Silva

WALDORF ASTORIA Located near Walt Disney World, this luxury hotel provides couples with the ability to choose between an elegant indoor Grand Ballroom or an exquisite outdoor Signature Island with sweeping views of the resort’s waterways and golf course. In addition to the many ceremony locations, Waldorf Astoria presents the bride and her wedding party with a 20% discount on spa services, as well as one complimentary couples massage for the bride and groom. A private cabana at the Waldorf Astoria pool for 1 day awaits the couple before their big day, along with a deluxe suite for two nights. Waldorf Astoria is known for culinary innovation, one of the most special things about the hotel is spending time with the chef to create a one-of-a-kind menu for the big day. Whether you decide on an extravagant wedding or a simple, intimate gathering of friends and family, a professional wedding planner will be with you through every step of the way. And then, of course, there is the legendary Waldorf Astoria service. The bride and groom will have a private butler available to them at all times, ensuring their every need is met. The wedding guests will be equally well taken care of by the attentive white gloved service team.

Waldorf Astoria Orlando Walt Disney World Resort, 14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Ln, Orlando, FL 32821

RITZ CARLTON Known as the perfect luxury escape, the Ritz Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes offers the premier wedding location and reception site, where every gathering becomes an unforgettable event. Featuring flawless service and an array of luxury wedding venues, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes sets a new standard in romantic elegance for weddings in Central Florida. From bridal showers and bachelor or bachelorette parties, to traditional rehearsal dinners and ethnic wedding receptions with authentic Indian cuisine, they offer the most comprehensive wedding services for perfect and personalized celebrations. A Wedding Event Manager, a certified RitzCarlton Wedding Specialist, will partner with the bride on the detail planning and execution of her dream wedding. The Ritz Carlton offers discounted room rates for guests as well as 2 get ready rooms for the big day. Some of the ceremony locations include: Wedding Gazebo, Citrus Garden, Da Vinci Garden, and multiple Ballrooms. There is also a Wedding Concierge to escort guests and assist the Wedding Event Manager and/or Wedding Planner on the wedding day. Some of the perks of planning your wedding at the Ritz Carlton include the bride to be services. They provide a wedding trial, wedding day updo with wash, makeup application, and much more. The wedding services also include on-site floral services and a honeymoon registry.

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Keeping an Eye on PIP in Florida Florida is one of two states in the country that has

mandatory personal injury protection, or “PIP,” which is a supplemental form of insurance that applies to injuries sustained in motor vehicle accidents. All registered vehicles in the state of Florida must carry a minimum of $10,000 in PIP coverage. This mandatory requirement is referred to as Florida’s “No Fault” system, because the injured policyholder’s own medical bills are covered regardless of who was at fault. The PIP law was designed to pay for medical bills of the injured party in a quick, efficient manner, therefore bypassing the timely analysis of fault to determine who will be financially responsible.

At the time of this article, the Florida legislature has before it several bills that propose to repeal Florida’s “No Fault” auto insurance law. SB 1766 and HB 1063 propose to eliminate the mandatory PIP requirement and replace it with a mandatory

By Mark NeJame Contributor Vanessa Louise Braeley

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bodily injury coverage. A large majority of auto policyholders already have bodily injury coverage, and medical insurance often covers healthcare costs of injured parties, so PIP is viewed as redundant and contributing to higher premiums.

A major concern is ensuring that drivers without medical insurance will remain protected through some form of coverage that will allow for emergency treatment. This concern prompted language in SB 1766 that includes a “medical payments” requirement of $5,000, essentially invalidating the savings on premiums in the event of elimination of the mandatory PIP requirement. And for Floridians, savings on insurance premiums is material: Floridians pay some of the highest auto insurance premiums in the country for the least amount of coverage.

IN THE KNOW

So what would a repeal of mandatory PIP mean for Florida’s registered drivers? It could mean lower premiums, but there may exist a gap for medical treatment for those who do not carry health insurance. As the intricacies of health insurance continue to fluctuate, it is important to view both insurance and auto policies as cohesive plans that should work together. Given the House and the Senate have competing bills that—in large part—aim to repeal PIP, a change on the auto insurance front is likely in the near future. Stay informed, call your insurance company and ask the hard questions to ensure you are, and will continue to be, protected.

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MAKE A DIFFERENCE SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE

Our mission at Orlando Style Magazine is to bring visibility to professionals who exhibit excellence, integrity, client service and high standards that have made them preeminent and highly successful. The following Whomen Who Make a Difference were selected based on survey, referrals and feedback from their professional peers. This is an ongoing campaign and we ask you to cast your vote/suggestion for your favorite professional in our city at OrlandoStyleMagazine.com

KIM ARENA, P.A. DR. WENDI WARDLAW LORENA CARDAMA JENNIFER FRANK CORRIE ELLEN GRAHAM DANA HALL-BRADLEY BETTE LORD HILLMAN AMANDA JACOBSON DENISE KOVACH LAURA PETERSEN DR. TEJUMADE ST. MATTHEW-DANIEL

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WOMEN WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Special Promotional Feature

KIM ARENA, P.A.

O R L A N D O ’ S T O P R E A LT O R , M A K I N G A D I F F E R E N C E Kim Arena is among the top 1% of all Coldwell Banker Associates Worldwide, and there’s good reason for her consistent success: Her commitment

to her clients’ complete satisfaction, joined with years of experience and vast market knowledge.

“I work very hard for all my clients, treating each sale or purchase as if it were my own,” Kim says.

Combine her extraordinary customer service with her expertise and its obvious why Kim is among the Top 100 Realtors in Orlando and is one of an elite few to be honored with the Five Star rating for customer satisfaction.

A 25 year resident of Orlando, Kim’s drive for excellence, attention to detail, strong negotiation skills, impeccable ethics and professional manner has made her the go to Realtor for the most discerning clients. In her quest to stay on top of her industry and hone her business skills, Kim has earned the titles of Luxury Home Specialist, Certified Negotiation and Marketing Specialist, Relocation Specialist, and Accredited Home Staging Specialist.

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She has been so successful at helping her clients achieve their real estate dreams and goals that they highly recommend her to their friends, family and business associates. Over 95 percent of her business comes from referrals. “That is a huge honor for me and one I do not take lightly,” she says. “For most people your home is one of your largest assets and I thank all my clients and future clients for entrusting me with the sale or purchase of their home.”

“Kim Arena did a truly outstanding, over the top job of assisting us in selling our home. She provided data and really helped us set the right price. The net result was a perfect transaction that closed on schedule and no issues for the full list price. Kim’s hard work made everyone a winner in this deal.” -Mr. & Mrs. Carryl S.

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WOMEN WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Special Promotional Feature

DR. WENDI WARDLAW “Working a Ministry in Dentistry” As I thought on this title “Women who make a difference,” I first wanted to thank God for allowing me to be a usable vessel. It is only through the power God gives that I can serve to make a difference.

As a mentor, recently a young lady asked me how she could “make a difference in this world.” My response was, “Take YOUR next step.” I told her a little about my journey to encourage her and I pray that it will also encourage you.

As private Wendi Wardlaw, I enlisted the lowest ranking soldier in the US Army, seeking opportunity and to finish college. In the Army Dental Corps, we began the day at 4:30am for physical training (PT) and finished from 5-6pm, assuming nothing additional was required.

Throughout my 10 years of active duty, I attended undergraduate evening classes. Yes, 10 years is a very long time if you compare it to most who complete an undergraduate in 4. Evening classes began at 77:30 and ended 9:30-10:00pm. As I look back now, I realize that today would still be a day, whether I invested 10 years, 4 years or no years. The answer to making a difference is in your next step. If I looked at the big picture I would’ve been discouraged, but because I focused on my next step, I arrived and whether I’m late is up for debate LOL. Stop looking at your mountain and focus on your next step.

“All of your steps count.”

While serving in the Army Dental Corps, God was growing the tools I would certainly need today as a missionary and dental practice owner.

Having worked in all sides of dentistry, the assistant, the hygienist, the office manager and now the dentist. I served as an operating room technician, EMT and trained in emergency field medicine. God was preparing the missionary and growing my passion for dentistry. God gives us passions in our gifts so if you are looking for your destiny, look for your gifts. Inside your gifts, you will find your passions and taking your next step in your passions is how you find your destiny. These steps allowed me to survive the 2008 recession as a startup business and has formed the different layers of Dr. Wendi Wardlaw that exist today.

Remember all your steps, the good and the bad, “All of your steps count!”

There was only 1 month between 10 years in the Army and a full time dental student at the prestigious Howard University College of Dentistry. Calling the cafeteria, a “mess hall” more times than I wanted, the transition was challenging but I was taking my next step.

After 2 years of externship at Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery, I continued to post graduate completing my Advance Education in General and Cosmetic Dentistry with a focus on accessing the underserved for care.

I moved to Florida and opened Stoneybrook Dental that specializes in CARE with state-of-the-art dentistry like CEREC one-visit Ceramic crowns. I structured my nonprofit, Inspired Purpose, Inc; the vehicle God allows me to serve through in greater Orlando and abroad.

Today I am a dentist, an entrepreneur and business owner of a top rated dental practice, Stoneybrook Dental. A missionary with a nonprofit, Inspired Purpose, Inc. serving in Albania, Dominican Republic, Ghana, Haiti, Jamaica, Nigeria, South Africa to start. I am DrWendiDDS, 6 days a week on the syndicated, Liz Black Show with “A Healthy Mouth is a Healthy You.” This segment reaches 35 cities and in over 100 countries around the world. I am a mentor, a teacher and certified speaker and life coach.

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Where is your next step you may ask…I promise you, you know.

So far in 2017, Inspired Purpose/Stoneybrook Dental has served on mission in Chantal, Haiti. In Chantal like most of Haiti’s southern cities, the need is so great being hit by both the earthquake and the hurricane. We have also supported, One race; Human race: Feed 200 homeless, free dental days and local heath fairs.

My next step, I am honored to soon be joining the faculty at Howard University College of Dentistry. I am excited to help the next generation of servant leaders learn, develop and grow into compassionate practitioners working in excellence.

Inspired Purpose is preparing for our 2nd Annual Missions Benefit Concert.

Everyone can’t go abroad but everyone can help. Please help us help others at Inspired Purpose.Org and support missions at home and abroad.

Inspired Purpose will be headed to Ghana, Africa on a dental missionary trip Aug 2017. We hope to bring several Dental students with us and will be serving in many schools, orphanages and clinics.

Where is your next step you may ask…I promise you, you know. You may not know how to cross your mountain but you do know how to take your next step. Look in your gifts, there you will find your passions and your next step, take it right there.

Dr. Wendi Wardlaw is just taking her next step and giving God all the glory. Be healthy and Be Blessed! 2nd Cor 9:8 Dr. Wendi K. Wardlaw - Stoneybrook Dental P: 407-877-0141 | F: 407-877-1633

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She is highly involved with the community; she has been a volunteer of Teen Court since 1998 and is now serving as Teen Court Judge. She dedicates her time to teach young teenagers how to value the opportunities that are being provided to them and lead them in the right direction to pursue their careers. Ms. Cardama has received awards from the Supreme Court of Florida; the Young Lawyers Division of The Florida Bar; the Florida Pro Bono Coordinators Association’s lapel pin in recognition for her exceptional pro bono services, three years in a row; the prestigious Guardian of Justice Award from Community Legal Services of Mid Florida for her devotion in protecting children’s rights, 2 years in a row; and the Osceola County Teen Court Pro Bono Award from the Community Legal Services of Mid Florida. Mrs. Cardama has been awarded Adult Volunteer of the Year from Teen Court in 2014, Family Law Attorney of the year, and 2017 ‘Woman in Law’ award.

During Mrs. Cardama’s spare time, she loves to spend quality time with her husband and children. She is a step-mother to Anthony (15), Bella (13), and a mother to her identical twin girls, Aracelys and Aryanna (9) and her fraternal twins, Jessenia and Jaiden (1).

Lorena Cardama Ms. Lorena Cardama is the founder of the Cardama Law Firm, P.A., where she has dedicated 10 years of her career helping families through their most sensitive moments which include: divorce, paternity cases, child support and adoption.

Ms. Cardama is also the co-founder of the WestArt District, where together with her husband, Gil Ramos and their business partner, are helping in revitalizing the Parramore area by providing the canvas for social contribution. They have brought together aerosol artist to showcase their talents, all while creating a safe environment for under privileged children and for artist of all kinds.

Ms. Cardama has taken her experience creating a successful law practice, as well as her knowledge in helping other companies and professionals take their businesses to the next level, and has created a coaching company. She is dedicated to helping business owners reach their business and personal goals by encouraging action and change in behavior based on increased self-awareness and commitment.

Mrs. Cardama is also a published writer. Her articles have helped hundreds of people dealing with divorce and self- growth.

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“I am a strong believer that family comes first, I work hard all day, but when I get home it is time for my family. It is important that my children feel that they are my priority. I am part of a happily blended family (or your new “Modern Family”) and it is important for my husband and I to spend as much quality time as possible with our children by traveling and teaching them world cultures and still be able to balance our family time with our professional careers,” states Ms. Cardama.

The Cardama Law Firm, PA. Lorena Cardama, Esq. 401 S. Rosalind Ave. # 100, Orlando, FL. 32801 P: 407-704-8932 lcardama@cardamalaw.com www.cardamalaw.com

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Jennifer C. Frank and willing to “fight in court” for their clients. But experienced and reputable attorneys and judges know some important truths: court is the very last place a divorcing family belongs; courts are ill-equipped to solve the problems of divorcing families; and the very best family law attorneys put their experience to use educating their clients, carefully analyzing the facts, knowing the law, working to reduce anxiety and animosity, and problem solving.

Jennifer’s compassion, experience, knowledge, and intuition allows her to be a highly effective family law attorney for her clients and their families. Jennifer is engaged in the very best form of advocacy: building a trusting relationship with clients, working cooperatively with other attorneys, maintaining an excellent reputation and credibility within the legal community, and working hard to find solutions to the unique problems each case presents.

A large piece of Jennifer’s family law practice includes Collaborative Law cases. The Collaborative resolution model allows families to enter the divorce process with a specially trained team consisting of two lawyers (one for each spouse), a neutral mental health professional, and a neutral financial professional. Jennifer’s successful clients are often drawn to this process in order to avoid the unknowns of court, to maintain a certain level of privacy, and to tackle complex issues with as much civility and dignity as possible.

Jennifer knows the Collaborative Process works and she believes it represents the very future of Family Law. Jennifer is a Florida Certified Family Law Mediator with a busy mediation practice. As a mediator, Jennifer helps spouses and their lawyers explore and develop creative and workable solutions. She is committed to providing parties and their attorneys the necessary time and space needed so that all aspects of their Agreement are fully understood before signing.

Jennifer has been an active member within her legal community and has held several leadership roles over the years. She is a wife and the mother of a very active and adventurous 8-year-old girl. Jennifer grew up in West Lafayette, Indiana. She attended Western Michigan University on a music scholarship and studied both piano and political science. She then attended the University of Miami School of Law, graduating in 1994 when she started her career as a family law attorney.

When successful people and their spouses need a divorce lawyer, experience and reputation really do matter!

Jennifer C. Frank is honored to be recognized by Orlando Style Magazine this month as Women Who Make a Difference.

Jennifer is a Florida Bar Board Certified Marital and Family Law attorney and has been handling family law matters since 1994. Only 6% of licensed Florida attorneys are Board Certified. Jennifer manages Frank Family Law Practice, which has a busy Collaborative Family Law, mediation, and divorce litigation practice.

Jennifer is a seasoned trial attorney with over 23 years of courtroom experience.

There is no shortage of family law attorneys advertising they are “aggressive”

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Jennifer C. Frank P: 407.629.2208 | F: 407.629.2209 815 Orienta Avenue, Suite 1030 Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 www.frankfamilylaw.com jennifer@frankfamilylaw.com

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University College of Law in St. Petersburg, Florida, receiving her Juris Doctor in December 2002.

Ms. Graham began her legal career at the State Attorney’s Office in Orlando, Florida, where she handled hundreds of cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, juvenile crimes, juvenile sex crimes and cases involving domestic violence. As a Domestic Violence Specialist, Ms. Graham prosecuted defendants for violating injunctions stemming from divorce, family/ relationship conflicts and paternity cases.

Ms. Graham has had the privilege of presenting cases to numerous juries, and, as a result, has gained a high level of comfort in the courtroom setting.

In 2003, Ms. Graham moved to Winter Garden, Florida and continues to live in Winter Garden with her two children and her Shih Tzu, “Esquire.” After going through her own divorce, Ms. Graham has a clear understanding of not only the legal issues but the emotions that accompany a divorce and she takes pride in approaching her clients with empathy, compassion and timely responses.

Ms. Graham is a member of the Central Florida Family Law American Inn of Court. The Inn meets approximately 9 months of the year to discuss family law topics. When not working, Ms. Graham enjoys attending Performing Arts events with her family. Ms. Graham serves as President on the Board of Directors for the Fine Arts Boosters (FAB).

CORRIE ELLEN GRAHAM Corrie Ellen Graham is your family law attorney. Ms. Graham focuses on a variety of family law matters including, but not limited to: dissolution of marriage, establishment and/or disestablishment of paternity, time-sharing schedules, parenting plans, marriage settlement agreements, child support, modifications, enforcement actions, quit-claim deeds, initial or extension of domestic violence injunctions, domestications, pre-need guardianships, medical directives, durable power of attorney documents and wills. She also practices collaborative law, which is an out-of-court, confidential, team approach utilized to resolve family law issues.

Ms. Graham is a member of the Florida Bar Association and Orange County Bar Association. Born and raised in New Jersey, she moved to Florida in 1996 to attend Rollins College in Winter Park. Ms. Graham graduated from Rollins with a Bachelor of Arts in Politics and English minor in May 2000. She attended Stetson

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Ms. Graham serves clients at her beautifully refurbished 1920s office building, which provides over 2000 square feet of space for client consultations, mediations and depositions in a comfortable setting. Ample private parking is located behind the building with handicap accessibility. Graham Family Law Firm, PA is conveniently located to both Orange and Lake County.

CORRIE ELLEN GRAHAM, ESQUIRE Graham Family Law Firm, PA 1030 Vineland Road, Winter Garden, Florida 34787 P: 407-654-5783 corrie@grahamfamilylawfirm.com www.grahamfamilylawfirm.com

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Dana Hall-Bradley

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You can tell from the smile on her face that Dana Hall-Bradley likes to incorporate fun in everything she does! As she mentions at the beginning of her southern-themed book Works Hard — Plays Harder, “If things get any better, I may have to hire someone to help me enjoy it!”

She wrote Works Hard — Plays Harder to teach others how to be successful in the real estate business, while enjoying a happy life. In addition to the Realtors around the world who’ve learned from her book, Dana is grateful for the opportunity to provide one-on-one mentoring to the agents in her own real estate office — Better Homes & Gardens Fine Living Real Estate in Celebration, Florida. Not only does she give them business advice, she also plans fun events to help them live a joyful life.

Her book is one of the many ways Dana strives to make a positive difference in life. She also gives to various charitable organizations.

As a twenty-year resident of Celebration, she feels it’s an honor to support organizations and businesses within her community. She proudly sponsors/ supports the Celebration Athletic Foundation, the Celebration High School PTSA, the Celebration Storm Cheer Squad, and the local Cub Scout’s efforts to support the military.

In the greater Orlando area, Dana has been an avid supporter of Bridges of Light Foundation and Ronald McDonald House Charities. For several years, Dana organized a charity event she founded, Diamond, Denim, and Dice, which raised thousands of dollars for RMHC while providing a night of fun for locals. Now, she volunteers at the newest Ronald McDonald House, located at Nemours Children’s Hospital in Lake Nona — a decision that was easy to make after attending their Grand Opening Event in August of 2016.

The southern quote that precedes the chapter on charitable giving in Works Hard — Plays Harder is “Why should God give you something better if you won’t take care of what ya got?” As Dana looks towards the future, with her new granddaughter in her arms, she is more determined than ever to make a difference. She is driven to take good care of this new, precious gift that God has given her family. One of the ways she will do that is by instilling a love of helping others, and making them smile, in this precious baby… who has already brought so much joy into her Gammy’s life.

Dana Hall-Bradley, Realtor/Owner Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Fine Living Direct or Text: 407-433-9699 www.HomesByDana.com www.HomeValuesByDana.com

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Bette Lord Hillman “You never get a second chance to make a good first impression.” What impression are you making about your organization, your corporation, or you? Impression management can influence perception and suggests that success can come through self packaging.

No one knows it better than Professional Image Consultant Bette Lord Hillman who works with leaders in all industries as a wardrobe and beauty consultant. “As we enhance our image on line, on social media, have we taken the step to enhance our personal self packaging image?” Hillman asserts that image impression management influences perception and suggests that your success can improve through personal branding and self packaging.

Perception can become reality. Are you perceived as trustworthy and on the cutting edge of your industry? Do you have a signature style? Does it need an update? A great personal brand and signature style helps you be yourself and stand out from the crowd.

Hillman works confidentially with leaders to give them the statistical edge they need or want to carve out their professional niche. Whether you are creating your public image for your organization, your company, or you, Hillman can offer valuable support to add to your confidence and impact.

Perhaps you have a strong professional image brand and are satisfied with your impression. How do you sustain that level when you go to a wedding or special social occasion? In Florida, we have regional issues regarding temperature. How do you sustain a leadership image in the heat or during the summer months when you are challenged by regional issues?

Simon Sinek of Delta Protective Services recently sited through Harvard research that our current generation has the lowest self esteem of any previous generations. Hillman recognizes that a great first impression and personal brand can improve self esteem and confidence. With confidence we can experience more job fulfillment and satisfaction. Updating and refining our personal brand can open new doors of opportunity.

In addition to working as a wardrobe and beauty consultant, Bette is a Senior Sales Director with Mary Kay Cosmetics, an Executive Director for WOAMTEC, and a Beauty Prep Consultant with Dr. Marv Broderick of Perfect Portraits. She works as a trustee for Lord Art, JAL Maplewood Farms, Braden River Ranchettes, and English Estates. Bette is also a member of the Executive Association of Greater Orlando, Pi Beta Phi Fraternity, Maitland Womens Club, ARE in Va.Beach, and the Florida Worship Choir. She volunteers as a Stephen Leader, Stephen Minister, and choir soloist for AUMC in Maitland. Bette continues to donate to local charities as well as Cancer Research and Domestic Violence Prevention through the Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation in Dallas, Texas.

Bette Lord Hillman 407-484-4356 www.BetteHillman.com www.marykay.com/bhillman

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Hillman has additional projects she is overseeing on the horizon. Ann Gurley Rogers’ book “Fonchen Lord: The Road to Minimalism” is due out July 2017. The Museum of Fine Arts of St. Petersburg, Florida, will feature Fonchen’s art in their Modern and Contemporary Exhibition July – October 2017. The Fonchen Lord Memorial Award is given every year to the Florida Artist’s Group since 1992.

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AMANDA R. JACOBSON, ESQUIRE both a love for the courtroom, and an ease in the courtroom, that have continued 20 years later in her practice today.

In 1999, Ms. Jacobson became a founding partner of the boutique law firm, now, Jacobson, Chmelir & Ferwerda, focusing on Family Law (Divorce, Paternity & Child Support) and Criminal Defense. In Criminal Defense cases, Amanda offers skilled experience to resolve serious, life-altering criminal charges. As a former prosecutor, Ms. Jacobson accurately evaluates her clients’ defenses while strategizing resolutions to the charges. Amanda joined the Federal Court in the Middle District of Florida 19 years ago, and has handled numerous federal cases, including lengthy, white collar crime trials. Ms. Jacobson and her firm routinely review thousands of pages of evidence provided by the Government, ensuring no detail is missed. From complex federal conspiracies to simple misdemeanors, Amanda’s experience and knowledge assure an uncompromising defense of her clients’ rights.

In the past two decades, Ms. Jacobson has assertively litigated hundreds of Family Law cases, including Divorces, Custody matters, Child Support issues and Modification proceedings. Amanda’s skill in Family Law hearings and trials serve her clients well; from presenting evidence effectively, to engaging outside professionals who advocate her clients’ position to the courts, Amanda’s experience has led to her clients’ success. Outside the courtroom, Ms. Jacobson also mediates Family Law cases as a Certified Family Law Mediator, helping separated families find resolution in their conflict.

Whether in mediation or in the courtroom, Amanda ensures her clients receive the highest level of communication, legal advice and action.

Her clients are vocal as to the excellence of her work, vaunting her zealous representation in the courtroom, along with her connection to the individuals and their needs. As a mother of two young daughters, Amanda brings an understanding and empathy to her clients’ custody concerns.

Experienced. Efficient. Effective. Excellence.

Divorce attorney Amanda R. Jacobson graduated from Rollins College in Winter Park, FL with an honors degree in Foreign Languages and English Literature, and thereafter earned her Juris Doctor at the University of Miami School of Law. Upon graduating from law school, Ms. Jacobson joined the Office of the State Attorney in Orange County, FL in 1996, as an Assistant State Attorney, prosecuting all types of criminal cases, including DUI, Sexual Crimes, and Murder. As a prosecutor, Amanda handled enormous caseloads and engaged in highly litigated jury trials. She developed

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From spouses seeking extensive division of family corporate businesses assets, complex custody matters, and relocation of custody cases, Ms. Jacobson has the resources and skill to ensure that her clients’ interests are strategically pursued and protected. Amanda matches aggressive, proactive litigation with experience and empathy, earning her reputation for excellence in the Divorce & Family Law, and Criminal Defense fields.

Amanda R. Jacobson Jacobson, Chmelir & Ferwerda amanda@jmcflaw.com 407.327.8899

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A key component to her success is ongoing twoway communication with her clients through written correspondence, reports and newsletters, telephone calls, emails, and most important, face-to-face meetings. “My commitment to my clients’ success and doing everything necessary to make it happen is the cornerstone of my practice.”

A native of Clearwater, Florida, Denise earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from University of South Florida. She is past President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Financial Planning Association of Central Florida and remains a member of its national chapter. In addition to being a co-host for the financial radio program “On the Money” on News 96.5, her financial advice has been featured in the Orlando Sentinel, Women’s Journal, WESH Channel 2 News, and Money Talks on “The Daily Buzz.”

In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, especially riding her Harley Davidson through the mountains out west, and spending time with her husband, family (including the 4-legged ones!), and friends. Because she feels it is important to give back, she tries to make a difference with her contributions to several charitable organizations furthering the research of ALS and cancer, and aiding animals, to name a few.

Denise is a seasoned professional catering to the financial needs of her clients.

She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional (CFP®) , Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®), and National Social Security Advisor® (NSSA®). She has been helping people with their financial health for nearly 20 years.

Her comprehensive financial planning services include retirement planning, investment planning, social security planning, distribution planning, insurance planning and survivor planning. “I strive to help my clients feel that the investment world is not a scary place, nor is planning for the future. It is simply building a road map to get where you want to be. I am grateful for the relationships I have built with my clients over the years that have allowed me to see them through their different life stages.”

For more information or to set up your consultation, you can contact Denise at 407.869.9800 or Denise@ FinancialGroup.com.

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Denise is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional (CFP®), Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®) and National Social Security Advisor (NSSA®) with Certified Advisory Corp (“CAC”), an affiliate of Certified Financial Group (“CFG”). Tracing CFG’s roots back to its start in 1976, it has become one of the largest independent financial planning firms in the state. With over 300 years of combined planning experience, Denise and her colleagues have a vast wealth of professional knowledge. When working with Denise, you will obtain a clear picture of your current financial status, a prioritized list of your most important financial goals, investment strategies to potentially help you reach your goals, and well-defined action steps to take, now and in the future. Through CAC, she acts as a fiduciary for her clients while providing high quality, fee-only asset management services free of any conflicts of interest (there are no “proprietary” products). She has her clients’ best interests at heart and strives to provide the best possible service. CAC is CEFEX (Center for Fiduciary Excellence) certified. CEFEX awards its certification to firms that meet the highest standards of fiduciary excellence in their investment management, governance and operational processes. CEFEX certification is a formal, independent recognition demonstrating trustworthiness to the general investing public. For your complementary consultation with Denise, call 407.869.9800. CAC offers Fee-Only Planning and Asset Management. Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certifications Certified Financial Planner™ and CFP®.

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home is still on the market - Laura buys your home! Ask Adriana Hoyos of Celebration what Laura can do. She put her house on the market and it was – SOLD IN 5 days for 99.7% of asking price! You risk nothing - if you aren’t happy at any point, Laura lets you fire her and you pay nothing!

But seriously, that’s not going to happen because Laura and her team outspend and outsell the average agent 33-1. Within 72 hours of your home going on the market, 16 systems are launched to get your home in the hands of the most buyers immediately. As a result the homes that Laura and her team sells bring their clients an average of $10,125 more than the average seller in the Orlando market. At FrontGate Realty, Laura and her team also sell their homes 20.5% faster than the average Realtor. This is compounded with thousands of buyers in their database that are actively searching for properties, and this explains part of the reason for her success.

In addition, Laura explains another cornerstone to her success. At FrontGate Realty, they have taken the team approach to Real Estate. With the team system, clients receive the best service. They all work together to make sure that someone is always available, accompanied with systems and cutting edge technology, they achieve exceptional results.

Laura Petersen is an Accredited Craig Proctor Real Estate Coach and coaches agents across North America. Laura is the host of Central Florida Real Estate Radio. The show is heard on WFLA Newstalk 102.5 on Sunday mornings between 8AM and 9AM. She is also an APREP Accredited Real Estate Agent, these agents painstakingly earn the title as a result of meeting stringent criteria that over 99.3% of All Real Estate Agents do not meet. The accreditation is given only to agents through highly advanced Marketing Training that teaches exclusive techniques to attract buyers and create more demand for the Seller’s Home.

Call Laura Petersen and the FrontGate Realty team at 407-566-2555 or if you’re not quite ready to talk to Laura, get her free detailed report on her exclusive guaranteed sale program at www.guaranteedwrittenoffer.com and start packing.

LAURA PETERSEN Laura Petersen is someone who serves… family, friends, clients, and organizations. She is active at her church, various ministries and charities, Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber of Commerce and others.

Laura’s vision for her company is superior customer service and she carries that into everything that she does and all of those she associates with.

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Laura Petersen Front Gate Realty 610 Sycamore St, Suite 350 | Celebration, FL 34747 P: 407-566-2555 www.frontgatere.com

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Dr. Tejumade St. Matthew-Daniel All About Beautiful Smiles Creating the All About Beautiful Smiles Experience I chose our tag line, “a delightful dental experience,” because it’s audacious and it holds us accountable to patients who are anxious about seeing a dentist. From that first phone call until you walk out our door following your anxiety-free appointment, we’re going to make sure you have a beautiful smile, inside and out.

FORE Minutes in My Office We have a four-minute rule. That’s FORE! Before we do anything, we ask questions and then we listen. We have learnt that each person comes with their owner’s manual and in being present with each patient we get a roadmap on their dental needs, their smile desires and ultimately the way they like to be treated. This potentiates the excellent dental care we give and the patient leaves feeling heard, valued and well taken care of.

A Lifelong Learner I knew as a young child that I wanted to be a dentist, but not just any dentist. I wanted to practice at the highest level. So I left my homeland in Lagos, Nigeria to move to the United States and study at the prestigious University of Pennsylvania. Excellence is not an accident. I work at it, continuing my education every year, learning and mastering the art and science of sedation dentistry, implant dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry from the best in the world. Most recently, I earned a mastership from the International Congress of Oral Implantology, something only five percent of dentists worldwide receive.

Embracing Community I like to say we are blessed to be a blessing. Every year, We host a free dental care day, supported by other dental professionals in the area. During the last one, we saw 133 patients. We made it more than just a trip to the dentist. We made it an occasion. Local restaurants and businesses donated food, water, and drinks. I wanted to create not only a day where people who could not afford a dentist could get great care, but also a day that inspired them to go out and do something for their community.

My Passions I train for triathlons with my husband, Dr Banji Awosika who is a nephrologist with a focus on wellness. I’m a foodie who loves going to farmers’ markets with our three children. My faith in Jesus Christ is central to my life.

The Power of Wow I’ve learned from Disney, Zappos, Apple, Four Seasons, and other companies the power of core values for my practice. We deliver “wow” through service. We do common things uncommonly so we can achieve great clinical outcomes. I get such joy and fulfillment when patients say: “I can’t believe this is a dental office.” Recently, I completed a bridge of nine implants for a 79-yearold patient, who started to cry tears of joy during our last session. I realized this is why I am a dentist. This is why I invest my time, my heart, and my faith in creating beautiful smiles that go soul deep.

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