ORLANDO STYLE ORLANDOSTYLEMAGAZINE.com
THE CITY’S WHO’S WHO & WHAT TO DO ©
SPRING SUMMER 2014! THE HOT & NOT SO HOT CELEB BODS OF 2014
FALL IN LOVE WITH
MARCO ISLAND
ES
O
•
PA
TA
On st a nds u nt il A PR .1 5
ND
M
L
A
•
• ST
N
Y
SAFETY TIPS
M AGAZ I LE
Style
OR
MARCH 2014 : : VOL.XI NO. 03 • $3.95
ONE REPUBLIC
Subscribe here >
®
Apply Now... ...to be a part of the exciting Bachelor/Bachelorette-style event where local singles meet and compete for a month of luxury dates and get the chance to find Mr. or Mrs. Right!
Judges and audience will vote on the winning pair at each event. The winning couple will be awarded one month of dream dates at central Florida’s most exciting destinations.
Orlando Style Magazine is delighted to present Tampa’s luxury speed dating event “Models Meet Moguls”.
everyone can follow the happy couple via YouTube and Facebook during their monthlong adventure.
AcT Now to connect with the movers and shakers in town. Submit your profiles online at www.ModelsMeetMoguls.com. It IS FRee!
Don’t miss out on being a part of the most-talked about event of the social season.
A panel of local celebrity judges will select the contestants from all submissions to participate in the LIVe event.
enteR nOw! SIngLeS appLy OnLIne: MOdeLSMeetMOguLS.cOM (see website for latest update)
2 - FEATURES
22
Fall in Love with Marco Island
28
36
The Evolution of Swimwear Style
Corvette Z06
PAGE 12
PAGE 26
PAGE 38
2014 Swimwear Trends
Style MD: Awaken Your
Celebrity Soup:
By Christine Okoye
Internal Fountain of Youth
The Hot & Not So Hot
By Maria Delis
Celeb Bods of 2014
PAGE 18
By Courtney Caggiano
In Case You Missed It:
PAGE 28
By Riesa Pascal
Photo Shoot:
PAGE 40
The Evolution of
Hello Summer Body!
Swimwear Style
By Stephanie Nardulli
Fall in Love with
PAGE 36
PAGE 42
Marco Island
Toys: 2015 Corvette Z06
Don’t Miss the Beat: One Republic
PAGE 22 Travel ‘N Style:
By Riesa Pascal
©Copyright 2014 by Orlando Style Magazine®. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part of any text, photography or illustration only with written permission of the publisher. Orlando Style Magazine, its officers, staff members or writers do not warrant the accuracy of or resume responsibility for any of the material contained herein.
On the Cover: Photo by Chris Lopez
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
By Riesa Pascal
All letters, text and photo material received become property of Orlando Style Magazine®. Subscriptions are available in the U.S. and Puerto Rico for $19.95 per year and Canada for $45 per year. For more information go online or email to: info@StyleToMe.com
orlando
A New Store Now Open the mall at millenia athleta.com/stores
4 - CONTENT
46
Safety Tips for Beach Bound Pups
48
Rum: The Next Trend to Hit the Craft Movement?
Peperoncino
50
PAGE 44
PAGE 50
PAGE 67-90
Losing the Baby Weight
Bon Appetit:
The Professionals:
By Katy Seymour
Peperoncino
Spotlight on the Law
“Orlando’s Most Authentic
PAGE 46
Italian Kitchen!”
PAGE 92
Best Friends:
By Riesa Pascal
Model Search 2014
Beach Bound Pups
PAGE 54
PAGE 92
By Courtney Caggiano
Renaissance Men
Sodoku
PAGE 48
PAGE 64
PAGE 94
Barfly:
Orlando Now:
What’s Happening Orlando!
Rum: The Next Trend to Hit
Give Me A (Tax) Break!
the Craft Movement?
By Mark NeJame
Safety Tips for
By Travis Joiner
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
m a l l at m i l l e n i a . c o m
NeimaN marcus BloomiNgdale’s macy’s chaNel prada gucci louis VuittoN saiNt laureNt salVatore Ferragamo emporio armaNi huBlot daVid yurmaN rolex BurBerry apple sephora michael kors tory Burch the art oF shaViNg tumi 7 For all maNkiNd kate spade NeW york diesel spleNdid microsoFt Victoria’s secret Brooks Brothers h&m soNy FiNish liNe c. WoNder allsaiNts aBercromBie & Fitch tommy Bahama piNk the capital grille the cheesecake Factory Brio tuscaN grille p.F. chaNg’s chiNa Bistro Blue martiNi
N
PA
M
L
ND
•
OR
A
ES
Y
M AGAZ I
• ST
LE
Style O
•
TA
Publisher: Editor-in-Chief: Writers:
Sven J. Bode Cathleen K. Bode Mark NeJame, Robert Francis, Cathleen K. Bode, Alex Holland, Jessica Sanchez, Jennifer Marcus, Kelly Lamano, Michelle Collins, Rebecca Padgett & Associated Press + many others
Production Manager:
Jonathan Friese.......production@orlandostylemag.com
Graphic Design:
Diane Zeise.................................diane@styletome.com
Contributing Photographers:
Maciej Boryna, Steven Miller, Brion Price, Susan Jeffers, Mike Giragosian, Katy Seymour, Sven J. Bode & Jonathan Friese
Fashion Director:
Cathleen K. Bode
Circulation Manager:
Joel D. J.
National Distribution:
Source Interlink & The News Group
Targeted Distribution:
Danny Romero...........................danny@styletome.com
Intern:
Aubrie Blackton, Katy Seymour, Stephani Nardulli & Jennifer Daniel
Advertising Department:
Orlando Style..........................................321. 281. 4589
Human Resources:
Apply via email...................mail@orlandostylemag.com
CMO & National Sales:
Sven J. Bode................................sven@styletome.com
Executive Sales Director:
Louise Kennedy...............louise@orlandostylemag.com
Account Executive:
Jonathan F..............................jonathan@styletome.com
Account Executive:
Christopher Wright........................chris@styletome.com
Account Executive:
Janet Danio..................................janet@styletome.com
Public Relations:
Ilene Lieber..................ilene@passionprconsulting.com
Founder & CEO:
Sven J. Bode................................sven@styletome.com
Advisory Board: Sven J. Bode, Lizzie Grubman NYC, Cathleen K. Bode, Dick Batchelor, Mark NeJame, Holly Hussey, Edland Man, Greg Alexander, Heli Hinkel, Eddie Baute, Lou Milano, Tom & Kim Wood, John P. McOsker, Robert Francis, Heather G. Rybka, Melanie Pace, Tammara Kohler, Martin Capristan, Mike Piper, Dimitri Karas & Todd Persons and growing... Published monthly, ORLANDO STYLE® is a registered Trademark. The City’s #1 Magazine of Style, Concierge Guide, Don’t Miss The Beat, In Case You Missed It, Dirty Laundry, Kitchen Talk, Life Line, Travel ‘N Style, Power Couple, Style MD, O-Style, Our Town, Dining ’N Style, Orlando Now, Elite Doctors, DAT, Spotlight on the Law, Cool Shots, Best Cellars and Real World are © Copyrights 2014 by Orlando Style®. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part of any text, photography, or illustration only with written permission of the publisher. Orlando Style®, its officers, staff members or writers do not warrant the accuracy of or resume responsibility for any of the material contained herein. Freelance photographers are responsible for their copyrights. All photo materials, letters and text submitted to Orlando Style® automatically become property of Orlando Style Magazine®. Email inquiries to: mail@orlandostylemag.com. Subscriptions are available in the US $19.87 per year and Canada for $45 per year. ORLANDO STYLE® is published monthly (except January & August) by Orlando Style Media Group, 8810 Commodity Cir., Suite 34, Orlando, FL 32819.POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Orlando Style, 8810 Commodity Cir., Suite 34, Orlando, FL 32819. PRINTED IN THE USA.
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com USA
Printed in the USA
Printed on recycled paper. Please recycle after use.
Š 2014 Orlando Style Magazine
The Most Unforgettable Getaways Start with an Unforgettable Drive. So Stunning. So Sophisticated. So Affordable.
800-NE W-ME RC E DE S | 4301 Millenia Blvd A cr o ss fr o m the Ma l l a t M illenia | MBS O.COM
8 - PUBLISHER’S NOTE
> As our 30th President,
join our list of growing ‘family’ members to
Calvin Coolidge, once ob-
accompany us on this positive journey.
served, “beyond money and genius,
depends
In this March issue, you will find some of
on perseverance.” There is
success
the stylish trends in swimwear fashion that
much truth to this fact, and
will inspire you to use your positive thinking
it can be seen in our econ-
skills to help keep you fit and fabulous this
omy, our society and even
season. Along with a look at the best beach
our daily lives. Each day, we
styles of 2014, you will also discover how
come to work, do the best
swimwear fashions have changed over time
we can with our talents and
with a glimpse at designs from decades
hope to accomplish our pur-
past. This is a fascinating illustration of
pose, and sooner or later
how style changes with time, and it calls
we realize that the perse-
to attention how tolerance develops over
verance of our efforts is the
time, as what was once viewed as improper
true indicator of our suc-
in fashion is now considered acceptable.
cess. If we have the abilities that enable us
After a look at this, you may agree that
to fulfill our calling, the instinct for success
more tolerance now rather than later would
overtakes the capacity for failure.
make everyone’s life much easier, even if it starts with a swimsuit.
You may be wondering where I’m going with all of this, but after ten years of
As publisher of Style Magazines, I am
publishing Orlando Style, I have found
grateful
that creating a magazine issue that is more
Cathleen, whom is an amazing, dedicated
appealing than the previous one is very
Editor-in-Chief and partner, a great and
hard work. Each issue is a hard-earned
talented team, and to all of our loyal
labor of love that requires total dedication
readers and advertisers who make it
each and every day. Orlando Style remains
possible to deliver an exciting magazine
one of the most loved, most read, and most
each month, both in print and online. I
respected magazine in the city and we
hope you enjoy reading this issue as much
have dedicated ourselves to perseverance
as we have enjoyed putting it together! If
so that our publication can maintain this
you are interested in becoming a privileged
very position.
subscriber and VIP member, please visit us
to
have
my
wonderful
online at OrlandoStyleMagazine.com As we create each issue of this magazine, it is always our passion to produce a quality,
Sincerely,
aesthetically pleasing product, and our true satisfaction comes from knowing that you, our loyal readers, appreciate the results of our perseverance. As we enter this spring season, we ask you to join us in thinking positively and believing in the beneficial
Sven J. Bode,
outcomes of perseverance and dedication.
Publisher
We consider you, the readers, to be a part of our magazine ‘family,’ so let your friends know that Orlando Style welcomes them to OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
wife
10 - CONTRIBUTORS
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 www.nejamelaw.com.
TRAVIS JOINER Travis Joiner has been a staple in the wine and cocktail scene for years. His background has taken him through many mixology and cocktail contests as well as becoming a sommelier. He is always willing to give his opinion in a very tongue and cheek and hilarious way. Travis has a degree in creating new and classic cocktails and always ready to test the next great thing. Most importantly he is our Barfly.
RIESA PASCAL Riesa was born in London, England and now resides in Florida where she graduated from Florida State University with a double major in creative writing and communication. While enrolled in university, Riesa discovered her passion for broadcast journalism through several TV hosting opportunities including reporting on FSU athletics and airing across the state of Florida on the SunSports Channel. Riesa currently travels around the country with Convention News Television as a reporter, producer and editor. In her spare time she enjoys volunteering, reading, writing, and quality time with friends. You can learn more about Riesa at www.riesapascal.com
COURTNEY CAGGIANO Courtney was born in Miami and has been a Florida native all her life. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with a BA degree in English Literature, where she developed her passion for the written word. Currently residing in Orlando, she pursues all forms of writing, including journalism, nonfiction, critical literary analysis, and songwriting. In her free time, Courtney enjoys performing as a musician and guitarist in the Orlando area, as well as working as a freelance book editor for local authors.
MARIA DELIS Maria has lived in New York, Athens, Miami and Orlando. Although she loves city life, she’s at her happiest when she’s island hopping in the Aegean. Maria earned undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Central Florida where she started her teaching career. She also holds an MA in public relations from the University of Miami. Her written work has appeared in various publications, including Ocean Drive Magazine, Visit Florida, AMPR’s Wanderlogue and The Miami Planet.
CHRISTINE OKOYE Christine Okoye has been working in the fashion industry for years dominating everything from retail and personal shopping to writing, marketing and PR. After receiving her degree in marketing, she was immediately hired to work for Macy’s corporate. Determined to further her knowledge in the industry Christine completed her Masters degree in Communications from FIU. Since then Christine has done PR for Eclectic Elements, written for Aventura Magazine, managed marketing and PR for www.PeaceLoveThreads.com and is the CEO of Posh Marketing & PR. In her spare time she enjoys updating her fashion blog www.InPursuitOfPosh.com
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
#hardrocktampa
Must be 21 years old with proper ID to attend. Management reserves the right to modify or cancel this event at any time based on operational and/or business concerns. Persons who have been trespassed or banned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida or those who have opted into the self-exclusion program are not eligible. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please call 1.888.ADMIT.IT.
12 - FASHION
2014 SWIMWEAR TRENDS By Christine Okoye
With summer only a few months away this is the perfect time to start shopping for swimwear. own personal insecurities can all get to the best of us. However, knowing exactly what you’re looking for when you go into a store can make things much easier and dressing up your look with accessories will certainly make things more fun! The most important element to shopping for swimwear is knowing what’s flattering to your body. Whether you’re comfortable in a sexy one piece or a bikini, wear what works for you and own it! Here are a few of our favorite 2014 swimwear fashion trends to look out for.
1
CES E I P UTS ONE
BOLDCOOL CUT
O
WITH
One-pieces are flattering on all body types. Sexy one-piece swimsuits with bold prints and unique cut outs are eye catching and trendy.
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
Photos Courtesy of Everything But Water
Shopping for swimwear isn’t always fun: dressing room lighting, unflattering bikinis and our
FASHION - 13
2
HIGH WAIST BIKINIS
High waist bikini bottoms are a newer trend. Not only do they look amazing but they also tend to cover up problem areas that haven’t been worked off in the gym.
SHEER
ACCENTS Sheer accents are a hot new trend that leaves little to the imagination. This is a sexy way to spice up your beach look and turn a few heads.
3
4
BODY JEWELRY
Take your look to the next level by adding some body jewelry. Body chains tend to work best with bikinis. Start off with just one piece, don’t over do it. You can typically find body chains at specialty stores.
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
14 - FASHION
5
COOL CUT OUTS
Unique cut outs are a great way to make a statement this summer. These bikinis don’t leave the most flattering tan lines but they’ll leave a lasting impression.
WHITE THROW OVERS
6
White is still trending. If you’re going for a more clean, classy and sophisticated look you can’t go wrong with white! White throw overs offer a fresh finish to any beach look.
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
OUR ULTRA POWERFUL SERUMS. SEE RESULTS FROM THE 1ST DROP. 1
LIFTACTIV SERUM 10
WRINKLES • RADIANCE • LIFTING EFFECT • LASHES
SERUM 10 FACE 1 DROP. IMMEDIATELY SMOOTHES S K I N. 1 MONTH. R A D I A N T S K I N , TIGHTENING + L I F T I N G E F F E C T.
SERUM 10 EYES & LASHES 1 DROP. IMMEDIATELY ILLUMINATES EYES. 1 MONTH. EYES LOOK YOUNGER + LASHES V I S I B LY FORTIFIED.
Available at select ULTA beauty • WALGREENS • CVS/pharmacy® and at www.vichyusa.com
16 - COOL SHOTS
Photos by Brion Price + Others
Facebook.com/StyleToMe
3rd Thursday at City Arts Factory
Kasa
Orlando Ballet’s 40th Anniversary Gala at Aloft
ACF Chef Awards at Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Orlando Philharmonic Party at The Plaza
Kasa
ACF Chef Awards at Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Winter Park Chamber Awards at Full Sail
Cars for the Cure
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
Kasa
NEW PER SONALIZED TRE ATMENTS. LUXURIOUS AND SOPHISTICATED SERVICE.
WALDORF ASTORIA SPA EXCLUSIVE
Lavender Body Scrub 50-Minutes for $99
The ultimate expression of luxury is realized at the Waldorf Astoria® Spa. Experience soothing environments, a holistic harmony of complete physical and emotional well-being and a new collection of customized offerings. From the innovative HydraFacial therapy to the lavish Diamond Body therapy, every treatment is tailored to your specific characteristics and aesthetic expectations. For reservations, please call 888.220.3235. E X T R A ORD IN A RY P LACES. A SI NGU L AR E X P E RIE N C E . At each of our landmark destinations around the globe, experience the personalized Waldorf Astoria® Hotels & Resorts service that creates unforgettable moments.
©2014 Hilton Worldwide
*Based on availability. Cannot be combined with any other offer, and is not applicable to group or negotiated rates. A 20% service charge will be added for your convenience.
18 - CITY NEWS
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Roses are red Violets are blue February was a rocking month And we’ve got the highlights for you! By Riesa Pascal
> Flowers by the dozens, romantic
cards, beautiful jewelry, and chocolate— lots and lots of chocolates. Love was in
Orlando Style Magazine Presents Carmen Steffens Valentine’s Spring Collection Event - Photo by Brion Price
the air last month as the city of Orlando celebrated Valentine’s Day. It was quite the magical time indeed, but hopefully you weren’t too busy eating heartshaped candies and whispering sweet nothings to miss out on the rest of the fun February had to offer! From February 7th-9th, automotive enthusiast across Central Florida came together for the 10th Annual “Cars for the Cure” Heathrow automotive festival. The event, hosted by the American Lung Association in Florida, is the largest charitable car show in the Southeast United States. Year after year they put on a phenomenal event and 2014 was no different as over 150 cars lined the beautiful streets of Colonial TownPark to showcase some of the world’s most unique and unforgettable cars. The weekend kicked off on Friday with a VIP Cocktail and Hors d’oeuvres Reception held for entrants and sponsors of the event. Saturday was the all day auto showing and attendees were thrilled to be surrounded by gorgeous European exotics, high-power
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
racers, muscle cars, custom bikes and
ons. Bubbles n’ Brunch’s hot music, live
more. The festival proved to be a family
acts and fun themes promise to keep the
event as adults and children alike posed
party going every Sunday afternoon at
for photo ops with everything from Lam-
Kasa Tapas and Raw Bar in Downtown
borghinis and Bugattis to Aston Martins
Orlando.
and Porsches. Sunday brought Cars for
Spring may be approaching fast, but
the Cure to a close with the traditional
Carmen Steffens is one step ahead! On
Sunday Dive for registered participants.
February 12th, the internationally ac-
Proceeds from festival benefited the
claimed, high-end store hosted their
American Lung Association in Central
“Valentine’s Spring Collection Event.”
Florida.
There they revealed the latest designs in beautiful leather shoes, gorgeous
On February 9th, locals from all walks of
handbags and various accessories to the
life showed up to Downtown Orlando’s
guests who made it on the list for this
hottest new restaurant, Kasa Tapas and
limited spaced event. It was a fantastic
Raw Bar for the kickoff of “Bubbles n’
evening of fashion and fun as attendees
Brunch.” The event marked the start of
enjoyed complimentary drink selections,
what is sure to become a beloved Sun-
appetizers and live DJ entertainment.
day afternoon tradition of bottomless
The first 50 guests who made a collec-
mimosas and an unlimited brunch buf-
tion purchase were excited to receive a
fet. Attendees of the launch party were
free CS “Love” tote bag and Orlando
treated to non-stop DJ entertainment as
Style Magazine topped off the evening
they enjoyed a raw bar with fresh sea-
with the big reveal of their highly antici-
food and a globally inspired menu com-
pated February issue.
prised by Executive Chef Shawn Kaplan and “Food Network Star” Alum Josh Ly-
CITY NEWS - 19
For nearly two decades, Nude Nite has allowed various forms of artistic talent to celebrate the beauty of the body via their respected mediums. From February 13th-15th, the 3-evening event returned to Orlando to do just that all over again. Thousands of attendees and artists showed up to the mustsee event which proved to be much more than an art show through unforgettable performances of saucy burlesque, high flying aerialists, live body painting and more. With a bazaarlike atmosphere and an abundance of bold imagery and unique artwork that you won’t find anywhere else, it’s no wonder Nude Nite is one of the largest national juried exhibitions in the country. It was high-energy all weekend long as a live DJ, strolling musicians and memorable artwork by emerging artists and photographers came together to put on this powerful event. Saturday, February 15th was the Superbowl for Central Florida food enthusiasts and beloved fans of NORMAN’S at the RitzCarlton Grande Lakes. The highly anticipated, ticketed-only
Enjoy Spring Freshness at Peperoncino!
event was a cookbook signing and discussion hosted by Chef Norman Van Aken for his two best-selling works: “No Experience Necessary” and “My Key West Kitchen.” Of course it’s impossible to host an event at NORMAN’S without serving guest a selection of the exquisite meal selections they’re famous for—unless you want a riot on your hands, that is. Fortu-
Come in & enjoy: • Chef’s handmade fresh pastas daily. •Two for $7 bellinis and sangrias on Sundays. •Private parties and dinners, catering, personal chef services.
nately attendees of the event got both an autographed book and a delicious reception that followed. Guest enjoyed a variety of mouth watering options which included beer steamed Key West shrimp, Chez Nancy spiny lobster, grill-roasted Lake Meadow duck breast, tournedos of beef “for a mother” with sunny side up quail eggs and much more.
“Every night a new menu is created,with the ultimate goal of taking you on a tour through your senses, to discover the feelings and emotions my food can awaken in you...”
Barbara Alfano Executive Chef
The number one New Year’s resolution is to lose weight and
Danilo Martorano - Food & Beverage Manager/Chef
if you’re one of those determined to have a healthy lifestyle in 2014, Athleta just might be the store for you! On February 17th, Athleta and Orlando Style Magazine presented Athleta’s Orlando store opening party at the Mall at Millenia. Athleta boasts performance-driven apparel in cute, feminine designs for all your active adventures. Guest of the grand opening party enjoyed drinks and appetizers as they scoped out the new store and shopped for some of the hottest workout apparel to hit the City Beautiful.< Know of a Not-To-Be Missed Event? Do Tell! www.OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
LA VERA CUCINA ITALIANA STUZZIC HER IA | WIN E & B EER BAR | FU LL I TA LI A N D EL IC ATESS EN MAR K ETPLAC E
You Pick 3 Lunch Special: Mon. - Sat. $4 Happy Hour Specials Monthly Wine Dinners Fresh Handmade Pasta Made Daily 407.440.2856 7988 VIA DELLAGIO WAY, STE 108 | ORLANDO FL 32819 Peperoncinocucina.com | peperoncinocucina@gmail.com facebook.com/peperoncinocucina MON-SAT: 12 PM TO 10 PM • SUN 12 PM TO 8 PM SUN extended brunch menu
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
20 - COOL SHOTS
Photos by Brion Price + Others
Facebook.com/StyleToMe
Winter Park Chamber Awards at Full Sail
Chinese New Year Celebration at Orchid
Orlando Ballet’s 40th Anniversary Gala at Aloft
3rd Thursday at City Arts Factory
Orlando Philharmonic Party at The Plaza
Chinese New Year Celebration at Orchid
ACF Chef Awards at Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Cars for the Cure
Versace Party at Mall at Millenia
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
Orlando Ballet’s 40th Anniversary Gala at Aloft
✡✢✣✤✥✦✧★✩✪✫✬✭✮✯✰✱✲✳✴✵✶✷✸✹✺❞✁✠✃✄☎✾✆☛✈✉✿☞❛❝❜✚✓✜✞✟■ marriot_light_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-=[]\;’,./ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? å∫ç∂´ƒ©˙ˆ∆˚¬µ˜øπœ®ß†¨√∑≈¥Ω`¡™£¢ §¶•ªº–≠“‘«…æ≤ ÷≠ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜Ø∏Œ‰Íˇ¨◊„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" €$€£¥₩฿руб ≠ marriot_light_italic_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-=[]\;’,./ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? å∫ç∂´ƒ©˙ˆ∆˚¬µ˜øπœ®ß†¨√∑≈¥Ω`¡™£¢ §¶•ªº–≠“‘«…æ≤ ÷≠ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜Ø∏Œ‰Íˇ¨◊„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" € $€£¥₩฿руб ≠ marriott_med_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-=[]\;’,./ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? å∫ç∂´ƒ©˙ˆ∆˚¬µ˜øπœ®ß†¨√∑≈¥Ω`¡™£¢ §¶•ªº–≠“‘«…æ≤ ÷≠ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜Ø∏Œ‰Íˇ¨◊„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" € $€£¥₩฿руб ≠ marriott_med_italic_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-=[]\;’,./ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? å∫ç∂´ƒ©˙ˆ∆˚¬µ˜øπœ®ß†¨√∑≈¥Ω`¡™£¢ §¶•ªº–≠“‘«…æ≤ ÷≠ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜Ø∏Œ‰Íˇ¨◊„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" € $€£¥₩฿руб ≠ marriott_bold_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-=[]\;’,./ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? åç´ƒ©˙ˆ˚¬µ˜øœ®ß†¨¥`¡™£¢§¶•ªº–“‘«…æ÷�ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜،‰Íˇ¨„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" €�$€£¥₩฿руб marriott_bold_italic_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-=[]\;’,./ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? åç´ƒ©˙ˆ˚¬µ˜øœ®ß†¨¥`¡™£¢§¶•ªº–“‘«…æ÷�ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜،‰Íˇ¨„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" €�$€£¥₩฿руб marriot_condensed_light_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-=[]\;’,./ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? å∫ç∂´ƒ©˙ˆ∆˚¬µ˜øπœ®ß†¨√∑≈¥Ω`¡™£¢ §¶•ªº–≠“‘«…æ≤ ÷≠ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜Ø∏Œ‰Íˇ¨◊„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" € $€£¥₩฿руб ≠ marriot_condensed_medium_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-=[]\;’,./ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? å∫ç∂´ƒ©˙ˆ∆˚¬µ˜øπœ®ß†¨√∑≈¥Ω`¡™£¢ §¶•ªº–≠“‘«…æ≤ ÷≠ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜Ø∏Œ‰Íˇ¨◊„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" € $€£¥₩฿руб marriot_condensed_bold_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-=[]\;’,./ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? å∫ç∂´ƒ©˙ˆ∆˚¬µ˜øπœ®ß†¨√∑≈¥Ω`¡™£¢ §¶•ªº–≠“‘«…æ≤ ÷≠ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜Ø∏Œ‰Íˇ¨◊„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" € $€£¥₩฿руб ≠ AbadiMTStd-Light_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-= [] \;’,./≠ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? å∫ç∂´ƒ©˙ˆ∆˚¬µ˜øπœ®ß†¨√∑≈¥�`¡™£¢ §¶•ªº–≠“‘«…æ≤ ÷≠ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜Ø∏Œ‰Íˇ¨◊„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" € $‚Ǩ¬£¬•‚Ç©‡∏ø—Ä—É–± AbadiMTStd-LightItalic_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-= [] \;’,./≠ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? å∫ç∂´ƒ©˙ˆ∆˚¬µ˜øπœ®ß†¨√∑≈¥�`¡™£¢ §¶•ªº–≠“‘«…æ≤ ÷≠ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜Ø∏Œ‰Íˇ¨◊„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" € $‚Ǩ¬£¬•‚Ç©‡∏ø—Ä—É–± AbadiMTStd_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-= [] \;’,./≠ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? å∫ç∂´ƒ©˙ˆ∆˚¬µ˜øπœ®ß†¨√∑≈¥Ω`¡™£¢ §¶•ªº–≠“‘«…æ≤ ÷≠ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜Ø∏Œ‰Íˇ¨◊„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" € $‚Ǩ¬£¬•‚Ç©‡∏ø—Ä—É–± AbadiMTStd-Italic_abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz`1234567890-= [] \;’,./≠ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ~!@#$%^&*()_+{}|:”<>? å∫ç∂´ƒ©˙ˆ∆˚¬µ˜øπœ®ß†¨√∑≈¥Ω`¡™£¢ §¶•ªº–≠“‘«…æ≤ ÷≠ÅıÇÎ´Ï˝ÓˆÔÒ˜Ø∏Œ‰Íˇ¨◊„˛Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿ Á¸`⁄‹›fifl‡°·‚—±”’»ÚƯ˘¿|áéíóúâêîôûàèìòùäëïöüÿãñõÁÉÍÓÚÀÈÌÒÙÄËÏÖÜŸÑÃÕÂÊÎÔÛ ”“’‘ '" € $‚Ǩ¬£¬•‚Ç©‡∏ø—Ä—É–±
Let us create an aromatic blend perfectly suited to your senses. Let us escort you to a private rooftop for a hammock massage. Let us introduce you to the excitement of total serenity. Let us show you how one day can erase an entire week.
Embark on your journey of natural rejuvenation. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Orlando features 40 treatment rooms, a private heated outdoor lap pool, a café and Florida residents enjoy 15% savings on treatments Monday through Thursday. To reserve your spa package, please call 407-393-4200 or visit ritzcarlton.com/orlando.
Valid through December 31, 2014. Florida Residents discount cannot be combined with any other packages or discounts and is subject to availability. Florida ID required. ©2014 The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.
22 - TRAVEL ‘N STYLE
FALL IN LOVE WITH
Marco Island By Riesa Pascal
Prepare for an unforgettable vacation on Marco Island, the largest of Florida’s famed Ten Thousand Islands
> When was the last time you went on vacation to experience life on the wild side? I love a beautiful resort and a relaxing pool just as much as the next person, but sometimes we need a vacation with that little extra kick. It could be something different for every person, but whatever your kick is, I guarantee you’ll find it at the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort, Golf Club & Spa. I had the pleasure of spending three unforgettable days at this stunning hotel and it didn’t take long to find out that Marco Island and its surrounding areas offer a remarkable vacation that suits my kicks to a tee: The fun, the thrills and the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and wildlife.
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
United Airlines provided the non-stop flight from Orlando to Fort Myers and in no time I was making my way towards the gorgeous Marco Island on a scenic ride through South Florida. As we got closer, the animal crossing signs became more exotic. Turtles, and gators, and panthers! Oh my! At this point I began to realize that this wasn’t going to be a typical beach resort vacation. Once we hit the charming city of Marco Island, we quickly arrived at our final destination— the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort. Once you’ve step into this magnificent resort, it becomes immediately apparent that you’ve been welcomed into a Marriott hotel. Their reputation
TRAVEL ‘N STYLE - 23
precedes them and for good reason. Friendly staff, grand decor and spacious, cozy guest rooms will have you dreading your imminent return trip home. I checked into my outstanding, ocean view room and changed into evening attire for an exquisite dining experience at Kurrents, one of the resort’s most upscale restaurants. My companions and I enjoyed a delectable selection of their signature seafood, steak dishes and fine wines on an open, outdoor lounge under the brilliant nighttime sky. The next morning we grabbed our bathing suits, sunscreen and sunglasses and set sail along the gentle waters for Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort’s exclusive Sailing and Shelling Adventure tour. Our cheerful captain, Jesse, was eager for us to catch a glimpse of a bottlenose dolphin, but it didn’t take long before we were surrounded by several on all sides. To say these guys enjoyed being the center of attention is an understatement! ‘Ooos’ and ‘ahhs’ filled the air as cameras snapped away at the playful mammals. Sitting on the bow of that ship, I had an incredible view of the peaceful waters surrounding me. I closed my eyes and took a deep breath
of some of the freshest air I’d ever breathed. I felt the warm sun on my skin and I relished in the gentle sea breeze across my face. It was a euphoric, blissful moment of my life that I’ll remember forever. We eventually docked the sailboat on Kice Island and got off for an entertaining shelling adventure. Mounds of seashells—all free for the taking— surrounded us in every shape and size. Jesse guided our shelling adventure by pointing out different shells, recalling interesting facts on the various ways they’re formed and by even contributing a few of her favorites to my own growing collection. On the return trip, it was impossible not to notice the spirited dolphins still following our wake or the paddle boarders cruising near the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort shore. From marine life to beach goer, a great time was had by all.
boarded brand new 2014 WaveRunners and got ready for what would be a thrill to be talked about for years. Our guide, Brian, has been leading these tours for seven years and it didn’t take a minute with him to see that he loves every moment of it. He led us on a 25-mile round trip through the Ten Thousand Islands where we got up close and personal with more dolphins and other wildlife that decided to join the tour. As the others and myself can all attest to, it’s impossible not to lose yourself in the ride as you whip around the Ten Thousand Islands and through the amazing mangrove islets. Best of all, the journey was more than just a high-speed thrill ride. It was also an unbelievably interesting educational experience. Periodically we’d bring our WaveRunners to a complete stop and listen intently as
That afternoon I participated in what would go on to be my favorite activity of the weekend. Marco Island Water Sport’s WaveRunner Excursion was an unforgettable journey through the Ten Thousand Islands of South Florida. After a brief safety training session, my companions and myself
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
24 - TRAVEL ‘N STYLE
Brian passionately recalled fascinating facts about the vegetation and wildlife around us. That night we had the pleasure of witnessing one of Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort’s signature traditions. The Sunset Celebration performance at Quinn’s on the Beach. A fire dancer wowed the crowd with a memorable show in front of the spectacular Florida sunset. Afterwards, we enjoyed fresh cocktails and delicious tropical island food at the beachside restaurant and bar. As the night came to a close, I walked across the soft, white sand glowing luminescent under the silver moon. I took a moment to just bask in the peaceful calm of the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort. The serene atmosphere and relaxing vibes that followed me in everything I did and surrounded me everywhere I went was a feeling that I never wanted to let go of. For my last, but certainly not least, bit of adventure, I had the pleasure of spending my final day checking out one of the island’s most popular excursions through the Everglades. Dave was our bus driver to Everglades City and tour guide for the afternoon. Having lived in the area since 1986, we couldn’t have had a better, kinder gentleman to show us around. From endangered burrowing owls and red belly turtles to the smallest operating US Post Office in the world. We saw it all, but that was
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
just a taste of what was to come! We made our way to Totch’s Island Airboat Tours where we boarded an airboat and took an extraordinary tour through the Everglades. We reached speeds of up to 35 mph and had intimate, close encounters with a Great Blue Heron, dwarf raccoons and even an 11-foot, 60-year-old gator taking a leisurely swim past our airboat. Afterwards we met Totch’s Gator Guy and his live, baby gator, which we all took turns holding and posing with. Lunch came in the delicious form of breaded gator nuggets and pan seared grouper salad at the notorious Oyster House known for its fresh seafood and steak. It’s never easy to say goodbye to a vacation as perfect as the one you’re bound to experience at the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort. In my case, a few drinks were in order at Korals Sushi & Cocktail Lounge to properly say my farewell. My companions and myself enjoyed delectable appetizers around the table as we shared stories from our unforgettable three days as guests at this exceptional resort. What will forever be most impacting to me was simply the way in which everyone we interacted with was so in love with their respective jobs. I found that unlike many other travel destinations, Marco Island was full of locals and long-time residents. Therefore a vast majority of the staff we ran into both knew the island very well
and loved it with a deep, sincere heart. More importantly, they also truly cared about educating the resort guests and making sure they’ve done everything in their power to ensure each visitor has a wonderful, unforgettable experience. From our sailboat captain Jesse, to Brian from the WaveRunner excursion. From our 7th generation airboat captain Wes, to our Everglades City driver Dave. From the Gator Guy to the friendly servers at the Oyster House and every single person in between. They all emanated an undeniably contagious passion for their work that translated into an exciting, memorable time had by all. Now is the time to escape from your everyday vacation and take a trip to the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort where you’ll experience a vacation full of nature, education, thrills, incredible wildlife encounters and so much more.<
Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort, Golf Club & Spa 400 S Collier Blvd Marco Island, FL 34145 Reservation #: 239-394-2511 www.Marriott.com
26 - STYLE MD
AWAKEN
YOUR INTERNAL FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH
Dr. Deborah Harding’s Preventive Medicine for Optimal Health and Vitality By Maria Delis
> “We start by conducting a comprehensive evaluation to determine your specific metabolism, endocrine system’s functionality, and overall physiology,” says Deborah Harding, M.D. At her 7,000-square-foot Anti-Aging Center, located in Metro West, her clients receive more than just a peek into their health. Based on the results of their Elite Executive Health Evaluation, Dr. Deb and her specialized team develop an individualized program for each patient. “There is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach to patient care. You are unique, and so are your issues, goals and concerns regarding your health,” Harding believes. By pinpointing what is happening internally, both physician and patient can take a proactive approach not only to healthcare, but also to anti-aging. A fit body and mind prolong a vigorous life. And by maintaining good health, you can slow down the inevitable aging process. Triple-board certified in Internal, AntiAging and Sleep Disorder medicines, Dr. Deb began a new journey a few years ago after experiencing a “disconnection” from her patients. She saw that the traditional healthcare model did not allow for strong physician-patient rapports for obtaining and maintaining optimal health. She wanted the freedom to offer her patients the latest science without restrictions. “My practice [then] evolved into a unique concierge medical practice called the Harding Anti-Aging Center, which provides the ultimate personal experience to better health,” says Harding. In fact, clients choosing the full-day Elite Executive
StyleToMe.com
Physical even enjoy a private lunch with Dr. Deb. The center offers Follow-Up options, including 24-hour physician access. For $300 per month, patients continue their close rapport with their physician, where they can even text their health concerns to Dr. Deb. Moreover, concierge medicine allows for same-day, on time and unhurried appointments in a relaxing environment. The center looks and feels like a luxury spa – Marble countertops, a chic front desk, a Mediterranean style lobby, VIP rooms, an executive business center, a multi-media room and conference space. Now, concierge medicine may make some feel a bit apprehensive. In today’s economy should we forego our already expensive health insurance plans and pay out-of-pocket for enhanced services? But, as the traditional healthcare model becomes less effective, more medical practitioners and patients see concierge medicine as a better alternative. Research has found that boutique medical practices, that is, practices that limit the number of patients seen and opt-out of health insurance plans, can provide more effective and personalized preventive care. And that is the key to not only maintaining good health but also reducing hospital utilization rates. In a 2012 American Journal of Managed Care peerreviewed article, researchers found that this practice model allows physicians to take a more proactive approach. This increase in physician interaction contributed to “lower hospital utilization and ultimately lower healthcare costs.” Keep in mind that many patients at these medical practices can still use their health insurance to cover screening test costs, while
their membership affords them the benefits of personalized healthcare. The Harding Anti-Aging Center takes the role of your primary care doctor, but with a stronger emphasis on comprehensive anti-aging programs. Along with preventive anti-aging medicine, in-house bone density and thyroid screenings, fitness plans and new cognitive software, the Center also offers nutrition and lifestyle recommendations for both men and women. “Our team of anti-aging physicians, certified personal trainers, nutritionists, and chefs will work with you every step of the way to create a unique and targeted nutrition program, to increase your muscle mass, lower your body fat, and increase your metabolic rate,” states the Center. And because we all need our beauty sleep, the Center diagnoses and treats sleep disorders too. Although internal youth is the Center’s focus, Dr. Harding and team offer noninvasive cosmetic procedures, including glycolic facial peels, eyelash enhancement, specialized skin care therapies and Dr. Deborah Harding’s Specially Formulated Anti-Aging Skin Care Line. Above all, Dr. Deb wants to work closely with her clients to help them regain and maintain optimal health. The advanced laboratory analyses offered not only give a detailed picture of her client’s current health, but they are important tools in preventive medicine. As our body ages, inevitably it will succumb to disease. Modern medicine has yet to give us ambrosia, the food of the ancient gods. Preventive medicine, however, can prolong our lives.
STYLE MD - 27
This is what the Harding Anti-Aging Center wants to emphasize – prevention. And one is not too young to take a proactive approach to his or her health.
N o r m a N ’ s at t h e r i t z - C a r lto N
o r l a N d o, G r a N d e l a k e s
March is national colorectal cancer awareness month, yet few are familiar with the risks associated with the second biggest cancer killer in the United States. CRC affects both men and women, claiming more than 50,000 lives per year. Smoking, obesity, physical inactivity, type 2 diabetes, alcohol abuse, a diet high in red and processed meats, increase one’s chances of developing CRC (a highly treatable cancer when caught early). The risk increases after the age of 50, but CRC can make its early stage appearance sooner. Invasive screenings are not that appealing and many patients put them off until it is too late. Among the elite laboratory tests the Center offers, Dr. Deb highly recommends a new, noninvasive screening test. ColonSentry ® measures the expression of seven gene biomarkers (signatures) in the blood that are early warning signs of CRC. If a patient’s risks are high, Dr. Deb will recommend her patient undergo a colonoscopy. “Colonoscopies are the standard screening exam for detecting colon cancer,” Harding says. Between scopes, however, which can be periods of 5 – 10 years, we need something else to check for changes in our bodies. By incorporating this blood test in their annual physical, patients take a greater proactive role in their health. In addition to blood tests that detect breast and ovarian cancer risks, the Center offers EarlyCDT ® - Lung. The simple blood test aids the physician in risk assessment and in early detection of lung cancer in high-risk, asymptomatic patients. An elevation of any one of the seven autoantibodies above a predetermined cutoff suggests that a tumor might be present. The Center offers urine tests that check for kidney and bladder cancers too. The goal is to catch disease early and, sometimes, traditional screenings are not enough. “According to the standard blood test for cholesterol, your levels may be normal, yet you could still be at risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke,” Harding says. “We check cholesterol from a molecular standpoint,” she told me. Individuals with small-molecule cholesterol are at a higher risk of having a heart attack. The reason? It is harder for our bodies to eliminate smaller cholesterol molecules. With the proper therapy we can lower our risks. For more than twenty-five years, Dr. Deborah Harding has used her diverse medical background and knowledge of preventive science to help her clients live healthier lifestyles. She shares the Metro West facility with her husband of more than thirty-four years, Dr. Victor Harding. Although their practices are separate, Dr. Victor is now transitioning to concierge medicine and is the Anti-Aging Center’s Director of Research. Board certified in AntiAging, Sleep Disorders and Internal Medicine, his interests include obesity, cholesterol management and vascular problems. Both husband and wife also serve as faculty members at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine. Their future plans include merging their practices where anti-aging medicine is under an umbrella of concierge medical services. “A major goal of the Harding Anti-Aging Center is to further the knowledge of aging, especially as it relates to preventing cancer, dementia, and heart disease.”< www.hardingantiaging.com
Norman’s showcases the menu of legendary Chef Norman Van aken, internationally known as ‘the founding father of New World Cuisine.’ Chef Norman is the only Floridian to be inducted into the prestigious “James Beard list of ‘Who’s Who.’” We are located on the lobby level of the ritz-Carlton Grande lakes. For reservations please call (407) 393-4333.
4012 Central Florida Pkwy. orlando, Fl 32837 | www.normans.com
StyleToMe.com
28 - FASHION
the evolution of StyleToMe.com
FASHION - 29
Lidea Swimwear 2014
swimwear style StyleToMe.com
30 - FASHION
the evolution of StyleToMe.com
FASHION - 31
Maaji Swimwear 2014
swimwear style StyleToMe.com
32 - FASHION
the evolution of StyleToMe.com
FASHION - 33
PhilyQ Swimwear 2014
swimwear style StyleToMe.com
34 - FASHION
the evolution of StyleToMe.com
FASHION - 35
PhilyQ Swimwear 2014
swimwear style StyleToMe.com
36 - TOYS
CORVETTE
Z06 All New for 2015
> Chevrolet introduced the most track-capable Corvette in the brand’s history – the 2015 Corvette Z06. It stretches the performance envelope for Corvette with unprecedented levels of aerodynamic downforce, at least 625 horsepower from an all-new supercharged engine, and an all-new, high-performance eight-speed automatic transmission – all building on the advanced driver technologies introduced on the Corvette Stingray. “The new Z06 delivers levels of performance, technology and design that rival the most exotic supercars in the world,” said Mark Reuss, president, General Motors North America. “And the Z06 leverages the engineering expertise of GM, offering the choice of two worldclass transmissions, supercar performance without supercar fuel consumption and technologies that make it easier to fully enjoy the incredible experience of driving it.” The 2015 model is the first Corvette Z06 to offer a supercharged engine, an automatic transmission and, thanks to a stronger aluminum frame, a removable roof panel. The new, supercharged 6.2L engine is expected to deliver at least 625 horsepower (466 kW), and can be matched with either a seven-speed manual
StyleToMe.com
or an all-new, high-performance eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters for manual control. The aluminum frame carries over from the Corvette Stingray and will be used essentially unchanged for the Corvette Racing C7.R. A track-focused Z07 Performance Package adds unique components for true aerodynamic downforce, Michelin Pilot Super Sport Cup tires for enhanced grip, and Brembo carbon ceramic-matrix brake rotors that improve braking performance and contribute to greater handling through reduced unsprung weight. Although development testing is ongoing, the Z07 package has already recorded some of the fastest lap times ever for a Corvette, surpassing even the ZR1. “The Corvette Z06 is a great example of the technology transfer between racing and production Corvettes,” said Tadge Juechter, Corvette chief engineer. “First, we took what we learned on the Corvette Racing C6.R and applied that to the all-new Corvette Stingray. Then, using the Stingray as a foundation, the Z06 and C7.R were developed to push the envelope of performance on the street and the track.”
TOYS - 37
Engine: 6.2 liter V8 | HP: 625 hp | Torque: 635 lb-ft | Aspiration: Supercharged
SUPERCHARGED, EFFICIENT PERFORMANCE
ogy, enabling it to cruise efficiently on the highway with reduced fuel consumption, but offer more than 600 horsepower whenever the driver calls up its tremendous power reserve.”
The heart of the 2015 Corvette Z06 is the all-new LT4 6.2L supercharged V-8 engine, expected to deliver an estimated 625 horsepower (466 kW) and 635 lb-ft of torque (861 Nm). To balance performance and efficiency, the LT4 leverages the same trio of advanced technologies introduced on the Corvette Stingray: Direct injection, Active Fuel Management, or cylinder deactivation, and continuously variable valve timing.
To maintain the Z06’s mass and performance targets, the LT4 engine was designed with a more-efficient, morecompact supercharger. Even with its integrated supercharger/intercooler assembly mounted in the valley between the cylinder heads, the engine is only about one inch (25 mm) taller than the Corvette Stingray’s LT1 engine – while delivering nearly 37 percent more horsepower and 40 percent more torque.
These technologies – combined with the fuel-efficient multi-speed transmissions, aerodynamic design and lightweight construction – help make the new Z06 surprisingly fuel efficient.
The new 1.7L Eaton R1740 TVS supercharger spins at up to 20,000 rpm – 5,000 rpm more than the supercharger on the Corvette ZR1’s LS9. The rotors are shorter in length, too, which contributes to their higher-rpm capability – and enables them to get up to speed quicker, producing power-enhancing boost earlier in the rpm band. That boost is achieved more efficiently, thanks to a new, more direct discharge port that creates less turbulence, reducing heat and speeding airflow into the engine.
“The supercharged LT4 engine delivers the greatest balance of performance and efficiency ever in the Corvette,” said John Rydzewski, assistant chief engineer for Small-Block engines. “It is one of the world’s only supercharged engines to incorporate cylinder deactivation technol-
The LT4 engine also has several unique features designed to support its higher output and the greater cylinder pressures created by forced induction, including: • Rotocast A356T6 aluminum cylinder heads that are stronger and handle heat better than conventional heads • Lightweight titanium intake valves and machined connecting rods for reduced reciprocating mass • High 10.0:1 compression ratio – for a forced-induction engine – enhances performance and efficiency and is enabled by direct injection • Forged aluminum pistons with unique, stronger structure to ensure strength under high cylinder pressures • Stainless steel exhaust headers and an aluminum balancer that are lighter than their LT1 counterparts • Standard dry-sump oiling system with larger cooler capacity than Z51; used with dual-pressure-control oil pump. <
StyleToMe.com
38 - CELEBRITY SOUP
THE HOT NOT SO HOT CELEB BODS OF 2014
&
By Courtney Caggiano
HOT BODS: SHAKIRA > Spring is in the air, which means that summer will soon arrive before we know it. Now is the time to take initiative and start working toward the body of your dreams, so you will be camera-ready for those Florida beach days and hot summer nights. Here is a list of the hot and not so hot celeb bods to inspire you to make the sunny season a happy and healthy one.
StyleToMe.com
Shakira said herself that her “Hips Don’t Lie,” and her new body is quite a testament to that truth. After giving birth to her first child in 2013, the singer has come back into the spotlight with achievements such as a new album and a toned physique that echo the recent success of her personal life. Now that Shakira is enjoying motherhood and a loving relationship with soccer star Gerard Pique, she finds that she is worrying less about her outward appearance and simply focusing on maintaining her health. Even though she is fit as ever, Shakira has given up trying to work toward a thinner body and has chosen to accept her natural size. She believes that a healthy body is more beautiful than a thin body and has stated that her boyfriend, Pique, finds that a fuller yet flattering figure suits the unstoppable singer.
HUGH JACKMAN Ever since Hugh Jackman’s debut as the Wolverine in the X-Men series, he has maintained the role of one of Hollywood’s hottest stars with a body to match. Jackman is in better shape than ever as he has been preparing for the upcoming X-Men film set to be released later this year. The Australian actor dedicates himself to a rigorous workout routine, complete with intense strength training and constant cardio workouts. In addition to these weekly exercise programs, Jackman also stays in shape by putting on his dancing shoes, as 2014 will mark his return to Broadway. With these major career milestones awaiting Jackman in the near future, it is no wonder how the actor keeps his focus and motivation for sustaining a ripped body.
CELEBRITY SOUP - 39
AMBER HEARD Amber Heard may be one of the hottest young stars in Hollywood, and her gorgeous body even won over Johnny Depp, to whom she is rumored to be engaged. Although the blonde bombshell’s toned body may seem effortless, she is quick to make known that her physical shape is hard earned and well deserved. Heard says that she watches what she eats and drinks, while working out regularly. She enjoys running, playing tennis, and taking Pilates classes, and the results are well worth the time spent exercising. As a naturally curvy girl, Heard believes that any woman can achieve the body she desires with focus and determination. She has watched her own body transform with a healthy diet and daily exercise, and she encourages other women to do the same.
NOT SO HOT: CHANNING TATUM Although voted People’s Sexiest Man Alive in 2013, Channing Tatum appears to have recently taken a break from his regular fitness routine. The Magic Mike star has not been keeping up with the diet and exercise regime of his wife, who has bounced back from the birth of their first child with a trim post-baby body. Tatum admits to being a binge eater while in-between roles of his high-grossing movies, so perhaps this is just a phase for the usually buff actor. He states that he sometimes fluctuates between 25 to 30 pounds when not filming, and he often feels like a “fat kid” with a hearty appetite on the inside. Due to this being Tatum’s first year of fatherhood, it seems that he may deserve a respite from his usual strenuous workout routine. Tatum reveals that he has greatly enjoyed spending his time with his daughter, Everly, as well as allowing her to become the main focus of his life.
JENNIFER LAWRENCE Over the past few years, Jennifer Lawrence’s acting career has skyrocketed with the success of The Hunger Games movie franchise, but judging by her figure, it is evident that her recent rise to fame is due to her stellar acting talent, rather than her hot body, or lack of one. However, Lawrence’s body shape does not faze her, as she believes that society views the outward appearance of the modern female with an unnecessary importance that she hopes to counteract with self-confidence. When preparing for The Hunger Games, Lawrence even refused to lose weight for the role, stating that her young audience deserves a realistic role model to which they can relate. Lawrence may not be the average Hollywood starlet, but this does not signal her inability to champion with the best in the business. Many fans applaud Lawrence’s bold and independent ideals, even if she does not look the best in a bikini.<
StyleToMe.com
40 - HEALTH & BEAUTY
options are yogurt, cheese, nuts, and beans. You could use them in your main meals or for your snacks. Protein will keep you more satisfied than carbs or fats, and it encourages fat burning. You get the best of both worlds. • Exercise: Yes, you may have a ton of excuses to avoid exercise, but it is essential to get your dream body. Exercise makes you look good and it makes you feel good. So throw away the excuses and get moving. And not having a gym membership is definitely NOT an excuse. 1. Do cardio at least 3 times a week: You have many options; you could walk, jog, run, dance, jump, swim, or whatever gets your heart rate going. Choose an activity that you like, and burn calories while you have fun.
HELLO SUMMER BODY! By Stephani Nardulli
> Yes ladies, one of the most dreaded times of the year is just around the corner: Summer - or should I say BIKINI SEASON? This may sound a little intimidating if we haven’t hit the gym in a while; the truth is a lot of women panic just at the thought of wearing a bikini, but it shouldn’t be that way. We want to feel confident, have fun, relax, and just be carefree. You may think it’s too late to get fit just in time for the season, but you’d be surprised to see how much you and your body can change in just a few weeks. With a lot of commitment and determination you’ll look fabulous in no time. I know how much you want to look great this summer, and that’s why I have gathered a few tips that will make you turn heads all season long. Eat healthy: I know, this sounds overrated and obvious; but if you really want that hot body you’re going to have to watch what you eat. • It’s recommended that you eat at least 5 small meals a day. If you thought starving
StyleToMe.com
would be the solution to your problem, think again. Eating constantly throughout the day will boost your metabolism and it will keep you from overeating. You will feel energized and always ready for a good workout. So basically you have to eat to lose weight, isn’t this great? • Eat a snack in between meals. So your day will go like this: breakfast, snack, lunch, snack, dinner. There are many options to choose from, but remember to avoid sweets as much as possible. • Fill up your plate with color. Go for fruits and veggies instead of processed food – your worst enemy. Choosing colorful veggies will make your food more pleasant to look at and you’ll want to eat it. The idea is to eat something you like instead of forcing yourself. • Drink lots of water, and avoid sweet drinks. Drinking water has innumerable benefits, and cellulite reduction is just one of them. That’s right ladies, if you want to reduce the appearance of cellulite you must drink lots of water. • Add protein to every meal. Some good
2. Don’t be lazy, be smart: Take the stairs instead of the elevator, park farther from the entrance and walk faster. Take every opportunity you can to burn more calories. 3. Do not be afraid to lift weights. Many women have the believe that lifting weights will bulk them up and make them look manly, but in reality weights will sculpt your body to make you look toned and fabulous; or do you want to look skinny and flabby? - I didn’t think so. 4. Get Organized: In order to be successful and reach your goal you must have a plan of action; this will keep you focused and on track. • Set a realistic goal. Decide how much weight you want to lose and commit to it. • Track your progress. Take a picture at the beginning of the process, and at the end of every week until you finish. This will allow you to see the changes that you cannot see in the mirror and it will keep you motivated. • Meal prep. Choose a day or two to prepare your meals for the week. So if you’re a busy person, all you have to do is grab your meal and go. As always, consult with your doctor before starting any new diet and exercise regimen.<
Office of Dr. Palceski | Baldwin Park
Free consultations + 20% off all treatments received March 1 - March 31
CoolSculpting is a body contouring treatment that is FDA cleared and clinically proven to reduce fat without surgery or downtime. In as little as an hour, this innovative treatment can help get back the body you deserve. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait, reclaim the real you today.
Call for a free consultation
407.895.8818 reflectionsdermatology.com
TRANSFORM Your Body | No surgery | No downtime
42 - DON’T MISS THE BEAT
ONE
REPUBLIC Why we love them and celebrate their return to the music scene! By Riesa Pascal
> It’s hard to believe it has almost been one year since OneRepublic unleashed their third studio album onto the pop-rock music world. With the release of Native came one of the biggest hits in recent months, “Counting Stars.” OneRepublic fans across the globe were ecstatic upon learning the band had brought an end to their three and a half year hiatus. With a dwindling lack of genuine musical talent today, the music industry can’t afford for a band like OneRepublic to be taking breaks! OneRepublic formed in Colorado Springs, Colorado and first burst onto the music scene in 2007 with the release of their debut album, Dreaming Out Loud. Their lead single off the album was the widely acclaimed hit “Apologize.” As if the unforgettable tune wasn’t catchy enough, American rapper Timba-
land remixed the song and released it on his own album, Shock Value. The remix quickly became a global hit. It peaked at number one for eight consecutive weeks on the Billboard Pop 100 chart and reached the top three of the Billboard Hot 100. The song sold five million copies in the United States alone and was a massive hit internationally, reaching number one in sixteen countries. The success eventually led to the band’s first Grammy nomination for best pop performance in a group or duo. Other recognizable hits off the album included “Say (All I Need),” “Mercy” and “Dreaming Out Loud.”
ing Out Loud, OneRepublic began working on their second studio album, Waking Up. If there was a doubt in anyone’s mind that OneRepublic was going to be a one-hit wonder, Waking Up quickly and thoroughly erased that notion. The album was released in November 2009 and peaked at number 21 on the Billboard 200. Their first single off the album “All The Right Moves” peaked at number six in the US Billboard Adult Pop Songs chart. Their second single, “Secrets” peaked at number 3 on the US Billboard Adult Top 40 chart while “Good Life” reached number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100.
OneRepublic has cleverly mastered a unique combination of rhythmic beats and anthemic lyrical writing leading almost every song to become an instant classic. Following the success of Dream-
Of course no band is complete without a talented frontman and OneRepublic’s has got it all. Ryan Tedder is an American singer-songwriter, record producer and musician who has enjoyed a successful
DON’T MISS THE BEAT - Get ready to fill those MP3 Players. Check out this list of albums to watch out for this month.
Lea Michele Album: Louder
Shakira Album: Shakira
Tony Bennet & Lady Gaga Album: Cheek to Cheek
Ashanti Album: Braveheart
Kylie Minogue Album:Kiss Me Once
Foster the People Album: Supermodel
DON’T MISS THE BEAT - 43
career in a variety of areas in the industry. In addition to his work with OneRepublic, Tedder also has an independent career as songwriter and producer for various artists. The impressive list includes Adele, Beyoncé, Colbie Caillat, Maroon 5, Demi Lovato, Ellie Goulding, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Lopez, Gavin DeGraw, Gym Class Heroes, One Direction, James Blunt and many others. Tedder was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma and raised in a Christian household. Tedder and his wife, Genevieve, have a threeyear-old son, Copeland Cruz. If their toddler is anything like his father, you can be sure little Copeland has already begun following in the musical footsteps of Tedder. At the age of three, Tedder began to learn the piano with the encouragement of his father who was also a musician and his mother, a schoolteacher. Four years later, he started singing for the first time. At twelve, Tedder began improving his vocals by imitating some of his favorite artists such as The Beatles, Stevie Wonder and even Sting. For the next five years, Tedder would continue to sing at least two hours every day at home, through church, school, and personally formed groups. With the formation of OneRepublic in 2003, all of Tedder’s hard work paid off and for the first time he was globally recognized as the incredibly talented artist that he is.
“
OF COURSE NO BAND IS COMPLETE WITHOUT A TALENTED FRONTMAN AND ONEREPUBLIC’S HAS GOT IT ALL.
”
On March 22, 2013, OneRepublic released their third and most recent studio album, Native. It became the band’s first top ten album on the Billboard 200 and their highest charting album to date, peaking in the coveted top five at number four. Native’s lead single, “If I Lose Myself” hit top ten in several countries. The album’s third single, “Counting Stars” reached top ten placements in nine countries and top five in seven. In the UK, “Counting Stars” topped the charts and became their highest UK peak to date. Back home in the US, the hit peaked at number 2 on the US Billboard Hot 100 becoming their highest charting hit since “Apologize.” OneRepublic has got it all. Great hits, incredibly talented musicians and an amazing frontman who not only writes his own material but is also pretty easy on the eyes! The band truly deserves every success and accolade they’ve earned since their inception over a decade ago—as well as all the praise they’re sure to be receiving now. If you haven’t heard Native yet, be sure to pick up your copy today and check out this incredible band that we can’t help falling for! <
MArCh 14Th - 16Th Photo: Michael Cairns
For Tickets Call 407-426-1739 Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre | OrlandoBallet.org Sponsored in part by
StyleToMe.com
44 - HEALTH & BEAUTY
LOSING THE BABY WEIGHT By Katy Seymour
GET YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS INVOLVED: There are so many different ways to get your family involved with your workouts. Some places offer mommy-and-baby classes that can provide quality time for your kids and your body. Try taking the kids with you when you go on a hike. Or consider taking the little ones to the pool with you for a swim. Have another Mom keep you motivated and accountable. A buddy system can help you both stay on track and plan ahead for future workouts.
THINK BEFORE YOU EAT: Eating healthy is the key to any diet. Be> Being a mom is quite a hectic job in
ule a workout? While this may seem like
itself. With a newborn, or kids in gener-
a task, if you plan your workouts in ad-
al, you may be thinking, “Me? Exercise?
vance, the idea of it doesn’t seem so
When do I have time for that?” While
overwhelming. Keep a journal with you
the idea seems a little crazy, it is totally
to write down what you want to do on
possible! With these five simple tips,
specific days. Monday can be a light
shedding the baby weight will feel like
walk in the park with the stroller and Fri-
a breeze.
day might be a yoga DVD at home while
FIRST THINGS FIRST, BE REALISTIC:
the baby naps.
BREAK UP YOUR ROUTINE:
It took you nine months to produce that baby; you need to realize that losing the
While it’s ideal to have a nice gym mem-
baby weight is going to take some time
bership with a personal trainer to mo-
as well. If you keep yourself motivated
tivate you and the time to spend thirty
and positive, everything else will come
minutes to an hour there four days a
much easier. The more confident you
week, realistically, you have zero time for
feel, the more your inner diva will come
a lifestyle like that. Schedule your rou-
out! (She’s still in there!)
tines in smaller increments so it is less
SCHEDULE YOUR WORKOUT PLANS:
stressful and easier to make up if you get off track. Completing quicker, smaller, higher intensity workouts actually im-
Between taking care of the family and
prove cardio strength and burn more
the house, when are you going to sched-
calories than hours on the treadmill.
StyleToMe.com
fore you grab a handful of cookies, take a moment to think of your options. Those cookies will only satisfy you for a few moments. Try healthy snack and meal options from your grocer. One great snack readily
available
and
pre-packaged
year round is almonds. These little nuts are packed full of healthy fats that help shed the weight, not to mention they are sweet and delicious. No time to make dinner every night? Pre-cook your meals and store them in the fridge or freezer to help yourself and your family have a healthy dinner each night. Don’t let that drive-thru become your daily food distributor! As always, consult with your doctor before starting any new diet and exercise regimen. <
46 - BEST FRIENDS
3: WATCH FOR BEACH HAZARDS Although the beach is a great place for your dog to exercise, the natural environment poses several dangers. Do not allow your dog to drink the ocean water, as sea salt is a gastrointestinal irritant that can cause dehydration and vomiting. In case of cut paws from rocky terrain, bring a first aid kit including ammonia, peroxide, cotton balls, and bandages. It’s always best to keep your dog on a leash especially when entering the water; you don’t want your dog to be carried away with the tide/surf. Also, a life jacket can be a lifesaver, and always remember that puppies should stay on the shore at all times.
4: MASTER CALLING COMMANDS
5 SAFETY TIPS FOR BEACH BOUND PUPS By Courtney Caggiano
> The beach is one of the best places for you and your pup to have fun in the sun, but it is also an unfamiliar environment for which your dog should be prepared. Here are five important tips to help keep your best friend safe in the sand and sea.
1: AVOID OVERHEATING With the Florida heat that often arrives well before the summer months, it is vital to ensure that you protect your pooch from the dangers of overheating. You should bring plenty of cold water, preferably bottled and in a cooler with ice, as well as a doggie bowl for easy access. Also, set up a shady retreat for your dog with an umbrella and a blanket to protect his or her sensitive paws from the scorching sand. If you have a short-muz-
StyleToMe.com
zled breed, such as a Pug or a Pekinese, it is important to remember that these dogs overheat faster than others.
2: PREVENT SUNBURN If you decide to bring a short-coated or fair-haired breed to the beach, it is necessary to take precaution against potential sunburn. You can purchase sunscreen made specifically for dogs, but be sure to avoid brands that contain zinc or fragrances, which can be toxic if ingested. Apply sunscreen to any area that may be vulnerable to direct sunlight, and reapply after every dip in the water. Even if your dog has a thick coat, you should apply sunscreen to the nose and ears. For hairless dogs, keep a T-shirt on hand for extra protection.
Once at the beach, your dog may want to romp around in the sand, and this is a healthy release of energy that should be allowed. In order to keep your dog safe while off-leash, have a calling command to which he or she responds. Before you take your dog to the beach, teach and practice this command where there are little distractions. If you are unsure as to your dog’s adaptability of this skill, bring a long leash so he or she can take part in the fun while staying securely nearby.
5: FOLLOW BEACH RULES It is important to pay attention to the recommendations of the specific beach you are visiting, as these will help ensure the safety of your dog. These rules may include supervising your dog, following the leash laws, making sure your dog is up to date on vaccinations, and keeping your dog’s ID tags on at all times. Always remember that your dog is probably not the only pet at the beach, and these rules will help to keep him or her safe from dogs that may be more aggressive or ill behaved. <
LIVING â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;N STYLE - 47
LUXURY ESSENTIALS FORMULA X Formula X has launched fourteen new sleek nail colors that are perfect for spring. Each new shade is vibrant, and packed full of endurance for a look that will last. With their innovative designs and color dominations, Formula X has created a color for each personality. Prices vary. www.formulax.com
GURU SANDALS A 5,000-year-old Indian classic inspired.Made from biodegradable natural rubber, these sandals stick to the traditional style once worn by Mahatma Gandhi himself. Pink Gurus were inspired by rosewater, the liquid made from pink rose petals. In India it is used as a flavoring for milk and dairy dishes. One of the most popular uses is to flavor Gulab Jamun, a fried Indian donut topped with sweet syrup. $29.99 www.ilovegurus.com
VICTORINOX Swiss Army Knives Swiss Army Knives have packed all of the essential tools into one small keychain sized package. With this small utility, you can always be prepared for whatever challenges may come your way. The small size is super chic and Swiss Army has made it easy for you to customize your favorite patterns or colors on your knives. Prices vary. www.victorinox.com/us
StyleToMe.com
48 - COCKTAIL HOUR
> When most people in Florida think about rum, thoughts of pirates jump into their heads. It is true that our state has a history of pirates and their stories go hand in hand with rum drinking swashbucklers. Why we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have those type of pirates sailing up and down our coasts we do still have rum. Rum has been kind of pushed to the back of most bars in recent years as most patrons have turned to vodka, gin, old world liquors and whiskies. I feel that rum is about to push back. This is just a feeling on my part but I believe that rum is poised to be the next big thing in the craft spirit world.
Barfly
Š
RUM
The Next Trend to Hit the Craft Movement? By Travis Joiner
StyleToMe.com
There has been a series of trends that most people who are in the business have seen unfold over the past few years. Absinthe is one example that shot out of the gate at first and craft bars and bartenders fell in love with the mystery behind it. Other spirits were quick to line up and become the trendy thing to have and to be seen having. Rum got lost in the shuffle but it seems to this writer that it will soon have a voice to be heard from coast to coast. This is a trend that I think Floridians can really get behind. We already have it instilled in our history so let us be one of the first to push this crafty trend to the front of the line. I know there are several distillers in Florida already making some great rums right here in our own backyards. A little research will lead you to such rums as Wicked Dolphin, Siesta Key, Miami Club and Key West First Legal Rum being distilled, quite well, somewhere close by. As far as craft bartenders playing and creating cocktails with rum as the main ingredient, they are coming around. The spirit really allows a bartender to be creative and tickle your taste buds in many different directions. Silver rum is a nice clean canvas on which a craft
spirit aficionado can create different masterpieces from sweet to fruity or to smoky and bold. Spiced rum is one that I think gets looked over. Do yourself a favor and seek out a spiced rum that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have an overly brash pirate on the label and you will be pleasantly surprised. For those of you who love their whiskies neat or on the rocks will not be disappointed either. Ask your local barkeep to introduce you to their selection of aged rums and you might not head back to the bourbon. Rum also shines in many different locales and bars. Images of a frozen tall concoction nestled next to your chaise lounge poolside cooling you off in the hot Florida sun? It has rum I bet. The pool bar will be stocked with all kinds of fun rum based drinks meant to cool you down during the day or heat things up at night. Out downtown for a nice dinner with your peers or friends? Hit the bar first and find a local rum or one you have not heard of before and have them introduce it to some ice and ginger beer. Just got finished with a big business dinner at a four star restaurant? Celebrate with aged rum and if they have them, one big ice cube. Whatever the situation I guarantee rum can be the star if you give it a chance. Trends in this industry have been changing constantly and one must stay in tune with the industry to keep up. I say it is time for Florida to help start a trend that others will grab hold of. I believe that trend is rum. As I said before, seek out the local rums when you can or find a bartender who knows how great an aged rum is and let them introduce you to a whole new world. However you choose to introduce rum to the glass that is in front of you, do it! As for me I am off to the beach to search for buried treasure at my favorite bar, A Dark and Stormy in hand. Cheers <
ALWAYS PLAN: Reserve a table or a private room DINE: Order a prime, aged in-house, corn-fed, cut to order steak ENJOY: Pair it with a signature scotch or wine 729 Lee Road | Orlando, FL | 407.645.4443 | www.christnersprimesteakandlobster.com
“
50 - BON APPETIT
PEPERONCINO By Riesa Pascal Photographers: Ruben Santa-Cruz & Jonathan Diaz
“BENVENUTI NELLA MIA CUCINA! WELCOME TO PEPERONCINO, MY KITCHEN!” BARBARA ALFANO > As Floridians, there’s a large ocean and over 5,000 miles separating us from the beautiful country of Italy. As you can imagine, that can sometimes make it a little tricky to find authentic Italian cuisine here in Orlando. Those of Italian descent are fortunate to have the experience of authentic Italian dining right in their very own home! However, the rest of us are left with large chain restaurants who despite claims of authenticity, mostly aim to serve food catering to the average American palate. So what is someone with a craving for real Italian supposed to do? When flights to Italy are out of the question, that’s when Peperoncino comes in. A dining experience at Peperoncino is a culinary journey to a little kitchen in Calabria, Italy. There awaits a loving ‘family’ of Italians who would love to have you at their dinner table to enjoy a diverse meal that satisfies all your senses. I discovered this kitchen for myself during a four-course meal at the establishment, which has forever changed my views on genuine Italian cuisine. The first words that come to mind to describe Peperoncino are ‘hidden treasure.’ It is the literal embodiment of ‘blink and you’ll miss it.’ The small restaurant is a diamond tucked away behind Sand Lake Road’s famous Restaurant Row. Despite its size, when we arrived for dinner the restaurant was packed with families,
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
Chef Danilo Martorano & Executive Chef/Owner, Barbara Alfano
couples and friends who had traveled from near and far to dine at this familyoriented restaurant. Designed with an open kitchen that lays parallel to the guest seating, it really does feel like you’re eating a home-cooked meal in your mother’s kitchen. No matter where you’re seated, Peperoncino owner and Executive Chef, Barbara Alfano is always visible as she and Chef Danilo Martorano work on exquisite culinary creations. Wait times can be expected most evenings, but reservations are welcomed and encouraged. No matter how busy they get though, you are always guaranteed to find Chef Alfano with a bright smile on her face. The kind of smile that can only come from someone who is doing what they love and living out their dream every day they arrive at work. This is exactly how I found her on the evening of our own dining experience. My companions and I chose the farthest table in the rectangular shaped room and ended up next to a large window overlooking Peperoncino’s sunny outdoor patio. Behind me was a colorful shelf stocked with various Italian groceries and retail products that are for sale to anyone wishing to take a little piece of Italy back to their own kitchen. Directly in front of me was bar seating and an extravagant display of wines. Chef Alfano calls Peperoncino a kitchen and she
stands by it in every way, even her décor. There were no ornate chandeliers hanging from the ceilings, nor flashy china and over-the-top furniture. Rather little details such as abstract wall art, Italian and American flags proudly displayed in a small vase and the barely-there hum of soothing Italian music ensured that small kitchen feel remained. Everything came together to create an intensely lively atmosphere, buzzing with energy and excited chatter. The mood was officially set and we were more than ready to dive into our authentic Italian dining experience. Peperoncino prides itself on its everchanging and constantly evolving menu so we were excited to find out what was on the menu for our dinner. We started with a round of specialty starters or the anitpasto course. First on the plate was grilled octopus. I’d be lying if I said I was an adventurous eater so I’ll be honest and admit that my initial reaction to the idea of eating octopus was a little hesitant. Fortunately I gave it a try and the dish actually went on to become one of my favorite meals of the night. Garnished with crispy caramelized speck and cream of cannellini beans, the octopus had a smoky charbroiled taste, but retained a soft texture that went down perfectly with every bite. After the octopus, we received a sampling
BON APPETIT - 51
“ORLANDO’S MOST AUTHENTIC ITALIAN KITCHEN!” ORLANDO STYLE MAGAZINE of Peperoncino’s fried “stuzzicheria” or finger foods, which came in the form of eggplant and lasagna croquettes, fried pecorino drizzled with honey and spicy peperoncino flakes, and Sicilian olives stuffed with Gorgonzola cheese. The only word I can use to describe the croquettes is heavenly. Upon first bite, you expect them to have a deep fried taste, but to our surprise they were incredibly light and moist on the inside despite the outer crunch. The accompany burst of spices in every mouthful was magical. The amount of spice and intense flavors introduced within just this first course was a pleasant surprise. The starters were paired with a glass of Soligo Prosecco Brut, a sparkling white wine that was refreshing, allowing us to cleanse our palate before our next bite to taste the perfectly blended spices all over again. Next on the culinary journey was the primi course. Chef Alfano blessed our taste buds with handmade potato gnocchi prepared with rabbit rollè ragù as well as a vegetarian option prepared sorrentina style with fresh tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and fresh mozzarella. The vegetables felt like they had been plucked right out of your mother’s garden and the exquisitely prepared potato gnocchi was the best I’ve ever had. Its minimal amount of spice was a striking contrast to the
pounding of flavor that came with the succulent rabbit rollè ragù. This course was perfectly paired with a tall glass of Igreco Catà Rosso, a pure Gaglioppo red grape only found in Calabria, Italy. My favorite course was the secondo, rabbit confit. Confit was the preparation of the rabbit and consisted of slowly roasting the rabbit legs in olive oil. The dish was served with balsamic dressed potatoes and pecorino spinach, and Gorgonzola cheese zeppola. It was absolute perfection and an impeccable precision in the variety of contrasting, yet complimenting flavors. I find that Americanized Italian food tends to say, “this is the flavor and it’s the only flavor you’re going to taste as you eat your meal.” At Peperoncino, every single bite introduces your mouth to a new flavor and spice. The secondo was paired with a glass of Cirò Classico, from the Librandi Cantina also in Calabria. This wine had a stronger fruit presence than the Igreco and a subtle, yet appropriate hint of bitterness to it. After a whole course of unique and distinct flavors, it was interesting to return to something familiar when it came to the dessert. Our final course included a sampling of the “cuore caldo al peperoncino “and the “biscotti e crema.” The first was a warm center dark chocolate with mascarpone cream and the second
was a portion of Italian cookies drenched in cherry liquor, layered with chocolate and vanilla pastry cream. The dessert wine was the sensual bracchetto d’acqui from the Marenco Cantina in Piemonte and my companions and I all agreed it was our favorite of the evening’s wine pairings. It’s sweet; yet refreshing flavor was the perfect compliment to the rich, dark chocolate. That decadent dessert alone was worth coming back to Peperoncino for! Peperoncino may be a business that serves food, but they are far from just being a restaurant. Warm colors and inviting aesthetics, cozy family-style seating and an open, friendly environment will make you feel at home. When you combine that with the love and care Chef Alfano and Chef Martorano put into every dish they prepare, it’s no wonder Orlando Style readers named Peperoncino one of Orlando’s best Italian restaurants. Give it a try yourself and I guarantee you’ll never look at Italian food the same. < Peperoncino 7988 Via Dellagio Way #108 Orlando, FL 32819 Reservation: 407-440-2856
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
52 - COOL SHOTS
Photos by Brion Price + Others
Facebook.com/StyleToMe
Orlando Philharmonic Party at The Plaza
3rd Thursday at City Arts Factory
ACF Chef Awards at Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Kasa
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
Orlando Balletâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 40th Anniversary Gala at Aloft
Highland Games
Cars for the Cure
Winter Park Chamber Awards at Full Sail
54 - RENAISSANCE MEN / BEST DOCTORS
PRADIP B. BAIJU , MD., FACC., FSCAI Interventional Cardiologist & Endovascular Specialist
Pradip B. Baiju, MD., FACC., FSCAI Double Board Certified Interventional Cardiologist Heart and Vascular Care 1277 North Semoran Boulevard Suite 101 Orlando, FL 32807 P: 407-730-8970 F: 407-730-8971 E: Walk4heart@gmail.com www.heartandvascularcare.org
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
> Heart and Vascular Care, PA., owned and operated by Dr. Pradip Baiju, provides a full range of comprehensive services for the prevention, diagnosis and management of cardiac and peripheral vascular diseases. After completing his basic and postgraduate medical degree in India, Dr. Baiju completed his internal medicine residency at Wayne State University in Detroit and his cardiovascular and interventional cardiology fellowship at Michigan State University. Dr. Baiju has more than 30 years’ experience and is a double-board-certified interventional cardiovascular specialist practicing in the greater Orlando area since 2004. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and the Society of Cardiac Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI). At Heart and Vascular Care we know that visiting your doctor can be unsettling at times. We strive to make each patient who walks through our doors feel like family. Our office is designed to create a warm, inviting and friendly environment where patients are comfortable and relaxed before and after seeing Dr. Baiju. Our goal is to create successful medical outcomes and friendly human interactions for our patients, thus creating a lasting impression. Dr. Baiju is well liked by his patients for him compassionate bedside manner and the time he spends with them. At Heart and Vascular Care, we take pride in the
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
work we do, and it is of the upmost importance that every patient leaves our office with all of his or her questions answered. Dr. Baiju’s professional background, training and compassion toward his patients sets us apart from others. His nonsurgical procedure skills are precise and renowned. He is motivated by his commitment to personalized medicine and takes the time to get to know his patients on an individual level. Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is one of Dr. Baiju’s passions and his primary area of expertise. He is skilled in non-surgical catheterization procedures directed toward preventing leg amputations in patients with severe limb threatening PAD. His repertoire also includes the diagnosis and management of many heart-related disorders. Dr. Baiju believes in the power of education. He is actively involved in campaigns promoting the importance of heart and vascular health. Dr. Baiju also dedicates time to medical students and resident education of heart and vascular diseases. He also conducts a completely free clinic once a month for patients whose care maybe limited by lack of insurance or financial issues. In his spare time, Dr. Baiju enjoys spending time with his wife, Jaisy, and their two children, Kannan and Madhavi.<
56 - STYLE MD
PERIODONTAL DISEASE LANAP treats gum disease without the cutting or stitches involved with traditional surgery
> Periodontal disease is a serious, ongoing bacterial infection. Toxins produced by the bacteria in plaque irritate the gums. In addition, the toxins can stimulate a chronic inflammatory response in which the body in essence turns on itself. In time, the tissues and bone that support the teeth are broken down and destroyed.
Patient above after whitening, orthodontics & periodontics treatment.
Traditionally, periodontal disease was treated surgically with incisions and stitches. Although this technique is effective, patients were often left with severe pain, long teeth, and cold sensitivity. Fortunately, there is new technology available. Periodontal disease can now be treated with lasers through a technique called Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure (LANAP). LANAP treats gum disease without the cutting or stitches involved with traditional surgery. The laser fiber gently removes harmful bacteria and diseased tissue from the gum pocket. Next, the dentist can locate and remove any plaque and tartar from the teeth. Finally, the laser is used again to seal the healthy gums back to the roots. Because the treatment is minimally invasive, LANAP
not only shortens treatment time from months to weeks, but also can help to significantly reduce patient discomfort. The benefits of LANAP include: • No cutting and no stitching • Minimal discomfort during and after the procedure • Fewer dental visits to complete treatment • Faster recovery time. Usually within a few hours you can be back to work and on your normal routine. Because this is a very specialized procedure not every practitioner can utilize the LANAP laser. Less than 1% of all dental practitioners are certified LANAP providers. Our team has successfully treated hundreds of patients with the LANAP technique. Through this advanced technology, we have saved teeth that have been considered “hopeless”, ultimately restoring health and confidence to our patients.
before
after
In closing as a general dentist it is imperative that I work with a team of experts and these professionals are part of my team.
By Dr. Carl Bilancione Comprehensive & Cosmetic Dentistry, PA 2828 Casa Aloma Way, Suite 700 , Winter Park, FL 32792 IN-OFFICE WHITENING SPECIAL $350 Call for Details 407-678-4000 CosmeticDentistryFL@gmail.com www.smilebella.com
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
Charles Mc Namara D.M.D. Oral & Facial Surgeons of Mid-Florida 407 644-0224 Winter Park 407 774-3399 Longwood 407 843-1670 Orlando www.ofsmidfl.com
Thomas Yoon D.D.S, M.S. Periodontist 407 647-4180 Winter Park www.WinterParkPeriodontist.com
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
David L. McIntosh D.M.D. Orthodontist 407 671-4455 Winter Park 407 644-8786 Maitland www.Mcintoshortho.com
58 - STYLE MD Photo by Steven Miller
WHAT ARE VARICOSE VEINS? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; JONATHAN A. HIGGINS, M.D. veins, which connect the superficial and deep veins.
Arteries take blood from your heart to the rest of your body and veins return blood back to your heart. Varicose veins are swollen veins seen through the skin. They often look blue, bulging, and twisted. Varicose veins can cause aching and feelings of fatigue as well as skin changes like rashes, redness, and sores. As many as 40 million Americans, most of them women, have them. There are three kinds of veins in your legs; the superficial veins, which lie closest to your skin, the deep veins, which lie in groups of muscles, and perforating
When you are in the upright position, the blood in your leg veins must work against gravity to return to your heart. To accomplish this, your leg muscles squeeze the deep veins of your legs and feet. Oneway valves in your veins keep blood flowing in the right direction. When your leg muscles contract, the valves inside your veins open. When your legs relax, the valves close. This prevents blood from flowing in reverse, back down the legs. When you walk and your leg muscles squeeze, the venous pump works well. But when you sit or stand, especially for a long time, the blood in your leg veins can pool and the pressure in your veins can increase. Deep veins and perforating veins are usually able to withstand short periods of increased pressures. However, if you are a susceptible individual, your veins can stretch if you repeatedly sit or stand for long periods of time. This stretching can sometimes weaken the walls of your veins and damage your vein valves. Varicose veins may result. Symptoms: Symptoms include: heavy, tired, restless, or achy legs which may be worsened by
prolonged standing or sitting. Small clusters of veins in a winding pattern on your leg, or soft, slightly tender knots of veins. Sometimes, the skin on your legs may change color, become irritated, or even form sores. Risk Factors: Family history of varicose veins Obesity Lack of exercise Smoking Prolonged standing or sitting Previous DVT Female Pregnancy Management: A detailed Health History and Physical Examination is performed, and, in particular, an examination of the texture and color of any prominent veins is done. Then, to confirm the diagnosis, we perform a venous duplex ultrasound. Compression Stockings For varicose veins, we recommend conservative therapy with the use of elastic compression stockings that squeeze your veins and stop excess blood from flowing backward. In addition, we encourage leg elevation as well as walking exercises.
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
For more severe symptoms, and failure of conservative therapy, treatment options include: Sclerotherapy Ablation Therapy Laser therapy Sclerotherapy Involves injecting a chemical irritant that scars your veins from the inside out so your abnormal veins can then no longer fill with blood. Your body will eventually absorb the veins that received the injection. Â Ablation and Laser Treatment Both techniques use a thin, flexible tube, called a catheter, inserted into a vein in the leg. Ablation uses a heater probe, and laser uses a laser fiber. Both methods use energy to destroy the inside of the vein, hence closing it. The objective is to destroy the superficial vein that is providing the source for varicose vein development.
60 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
IRS PRESSURES FOREIGN BANKS - BY MARK L. HORWITZ
> In its continuing effort to discover those who evade taxes by having unreported offshore accounts, the Justice Department is increasing its commitment to identify, investigate and prosecute those with undisclosed accounts. Last November, a New York Federal Judge authorized the Internal Revenue Service to serve John Doe Summonses on five banks to obtain information concerning U.S. taxpayers with undisclosed accounts. A John Doe Summons requires the bank to produce account information and identify U.S. account holders. It also requires that banks disclose accounts in which a U.S. citizen or resident has an interest, regardless of the name on the account. Law Offices of Mark L. Horwitz, P.A. 17 East Pine Street Orlando, FL 32801 P: 407-843-7733 F: 407-849-1321 mark@mlhorwitzlaw.com www.mlhorwitzlaw.com
While offshore accounts are not illegal, it is a crime to not report foreign income and offshore accounts to the government. The IRS usually allows people to enter the Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program (OVDP) which enables people to get straight with the IRS and avoid criminal prosecution. There are limitations to entering the OVDP. Once the IRS receives records from the offshore bank, the account holder is barred from the OVDP and will be subject to criminal investigation and prosecution. The assistance of an experienced attorney is important to the successful completion of the OVDP. Anyone with offshore accounts should consider the benefits of the OVDP before it is too late to avoid criminal prosecution.<
The banks receiving the summons are: Zurcher Kantonalbank (ZKB) and its affiliates in Switzerland, Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Sons, Ltd. (Butterfield) and its affiliates in Switzerland, the Bahamas, Barbados, Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Hong Kong, Malta, and the United Kingdom. SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
MIX, Meet & MINGLe at the W XYZ BaR & Re:MIX LOUNGe NOW OPEN
DOWNTOWN ORLANDO’S HIPPEST NEW HOTEL & BAR Aloft brings a whole new vibe to the Downtown Orlando scene. In the center of it all, we’re located next to Orlando City Hall and across from the new Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts Aloft Orlando Downtown 500 South Orange Avenue Orlando, FL 32801 aloftorlandodowntown.com | 407.380.3500
W XYZ SM bar • Fast & free WiFi • Splash pool • Re:charge SM gym & more
©2013 Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Aloft and its logos are the trademarks of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., or its affiliates. For full terms and conditions, visit aloftorlandodowntown.com
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
COOL SHOTS - 61
Photos by Brion Price & Others
Facebook.com/StyleToMe
ACF Chef Awards at Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Orlando Balletâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 40th Anniversary Gala at Aloft
Winter Park Chamber Awards at Full Sail
3rd Thursday at City Arts Factory
Kasa
They found their designated driver Orlando Philharmonic Party at The Plaza
Versace Party at Mall at Millenia
Half the size, double the fun - Kasa
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
62 - LIVING â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;N STYLE
LUXURY ESSENTIALS TEAZA HERBAL ENERGY POUCH Put down that triple espresso, we have a new form for a boost of energy! Teaza Herbal Energy Pouches are packed full of nutritious ingredients to wake you up. They help your mental focus as well as those pesky mid lunch food cravings. These pouches can also reduce the need for tobacco products. Teaza comes in four appetizing flavors: Peppermint, Coffee, Spicy Cinnamon, and Fire (for a little heat in your life.) $4.95 www.teazaenergy.com
STEELHEAD WINE FOR ONE Steelhead Vineyards have introduced the new wine for one package. This single serve bottle comes with the wine glass already attached. You just twist the top, pour the wine into the glass, and enjoy. Steelhead has made these bottles portable, easy to use, and fully recyclable for a no waste enjoyment. 12 pack-$49.50 | 24 pack-$96.00 www.steelheadvineyards.com
Get the free mobile app at
http:/ / gettag.mobi
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
HONEST TEA Caffeine free, organic, and only sixty calories per bottle? Yep, that is what Honest Tea is all about! This tea helps revitalize the senses while keeping your mind, body, and spirit in line. Honest Tea comes in a variety of healthy and truly great tasting flavors. See website for pricing. www.honesttea.com
LIVING â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;N STYLE - 63
STUART WEITZMAN SPRING 2014 GLADIATORS FIGHT BACK The Gladiator trend continues for another spring season. Lace up for any Fashion Face-off in these gladiator inspired Snake Calfskin Sandals, perfectly paired with a simple sundress or a bold romper. www.stuartweitzman.com
GUCCI - NOUVEAU GUCCI SUEDE FRINGE SHOULDER BAG Spring is in the air and fringe is what to wear! Preorder this to-die-for shoulder bag, a must have to spruce up any spring fashion collection. www.neimanmarcus.com
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
64 - ORLANDO NOW
GIVE ME A (TAX) BREAK! By Mark NeJame Contributor Vanessa Braeley, Associate Attorney with NeJame Law
> Once upon a time, there was a little piece of legislation called The Mortgage Debt Relief Act of 2007. We will call it the Act. The Act essentially made a debt that was reduced, cancelled or forgiven due to a foreclosure or loan modification tax-exempt. This tax-exemption gave homeowners relief from taxes paid on the difference between the property value and the amount of the foreclosure or short sale. On December 31, 2013, the Act expired. Now, all homeowners forced into foreclosure have the additional hurdle of having to pay income tax on the debt. What does this mean for borrower who was foreclosed on? Haven’t they been through enough? Well, yes. But there may be a silver lining - otherwise known as bankruptcy. Don’t stop reading. This may sound like a horrible option to the average person, but there are some benefits! Think of it as spring-cleaning. Shedding those extra pounds for summer. A clean slate. Bankruptcy is probably one of the most misunderstood tools available to the consumer, so let’s answer some questions: Question: Doesn’t bankruptcy stay on my credit report for seven years? Answer: Technically yes. There is some (serious) history behind this. Forgiveness of debt after seven years is a biblical concept traced back to the Old Testament,
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
specifically Deuteronomy 15:1-2 (“At the end of every seven years you shall grant a release of debts.”). Coming back to present day, particularly in the wake of economic downturn and subsequent hardships, banks and creditors look to a consumer’s history of spending and annual income not much past two years after a bankruptcy. So behave for a couple of years, and you may be in good shape! Question: Will I be able to get a credit card soon after bankruptcy? Answer: Maybe. Interest rates may be a bit high and terms may not be in the consumer’s favor, but it is important to establish credit. Oftentimes it is advised to obtain a credit card with a small limit and pay it off each month after declaring bankruptcy. Question: What’s the difference between Chapter 7, Chapter 13 and Chapter 11? Answer: Chapters 7 and 13 are personal. Chapter 11 is for a corporation that intends to reorganize its debt to stay in business (think airline companies). For an individual, Chapter 7 will wipe your slate clean. No more debt. Chapter 13 is for those individuals who make a little more money and are interested in paying back some of the debt – in small portions, almost like a payment plan – to creditors. A great benefit to filing any one of these
Chapters is the creditor harassment, bills and past due notices will stop immediately after filing. Sweet relief! Question: The Act expired and now I owe income tax on the deficiency amount. I couldn’t afford my mortgage and I certainly can’t afford to pay income tax on the difference – what can I do? Answer: Bankruptcy is a great tool, however it’s not for everyone. Each individual’s situation is different, so keep in mind there are plenty of options out there. It is strongly recommended that you meet with an attorney who practices in real estate and bankruptcy in order to navigate what’s right for you. So take some time to explore the topics of bankruptcy, foreclosure and the loss of important tax-exemptions. It’s the season of change and new beginnings. And just like your closet, your finances may need an overhaul. So consult with your lawyer and let the spring-cleaning begin! <
Mark NeJame
PopHeart acrylic - 18”x 24” ALL Signed OriginALS - Mixed media on Canson cold press 300g - $ 225/each - or with gallery frame $250/each (see in picture above) Many colors available
PopHeart Oil 18”x24” SiGnEd ORiGinAlS Oil on Canson cold press 300g $ 325/each $365/each with premium frame (see in picture below) Many variations available.
A loving heart is all you need. ~ Debo ~ This is a true gift of love. A portion of ever y sale w i l l be donated to a char it y for healthy hear ts TM
To purchase direct from the artist and to schedule an appointment please contact: info@artevue.com Gallery representation welcomed.
ARTEVUE.com
66 - COOL SHOTS
Photos by Brion Price + Others
Facebook.com/StyleToMe
Steve & Gina Meyer with Allison Orlando Style Magazine Presents Carmen Steffens Valentine’s Spring Collection Event
Orlando Philharmonic Party at The Plaza
Taverna Yamas
Red Carpet Monday at Heaven
Versace Party at Mall at Millenia
Cars for the Cure
Sven Bode & The Carmen Steffens Crew Orlando Style Magazine Presents Carmen Steffens Valentine’s Spring Collection Event
Orlando Style Magazine Presents Carmen Steffens Valentine’s Spring Collection Event
Red Carpet Monday at Heaven
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
Secrets of Discovering Health & Happiness Event at Digestive and Liver Center of Florida
THE PROFESSIONALS - 67
THE
PROFESSIONALS SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW PERSONAL INJURY - is a legal term for an injury to the body, mind or emotions,as opposed to an injury to property. Damages include bodily injury, intentional infliction of emotional distress and negligent infliction of emotional distress. Depending upon the intent or negligence of a responsible party, the injured party may be entitled to monetary compensation from that party through a settlement or a judgment. Orlandoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Best Personal Injury attorneys 2014 provides profiles of the attorneys most recommended by their colleagues and local survey.
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
68 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
LOU PENDAS, ESQ. Personal Injury
The Pendas Law Firm 625 E. Colonial Drive Orlando, FL 32803 (407) 352-3535 Photos by Steven Miller
> As one of the preeminent personal injury law firms in Florida, The Pendas Law firm owes its tremendous growth to the vision of Lou Pendas. Along with the goal of serving the Central Florida community by providing excellent services, Lou Pendas has always sought to insure that his clients are cared for throughout the legal process. Mr. Pendas believes that the foundation of client satisfaction is communication. It was his devotion to this principle early on that insured the firm’s success and fueled its expansion. As Mr. Pendas put it, “The lifeblood of the Pendas Law Firm has been and always will be the personal recommendations of clients to friends and family in the community. The success of this firm is intimately tied to the satisfaction of our clients.” The Pendas Law Firm, which focuses primarily on representing injured individuals, has gained a solid reputation
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
for aggressive representation of their tens of thousands of clients. Within the last five years, The Pendas Law Firm went from a single office in downtown Orlando to offices in Tampa, Ft. Myers, Jacksonville and West Palm Beach. This unheard of growth in such a competitive legal field is proof that his philosophy and approach towards a client-centric practice is a hugely successful one that resonates with the public. Lou Pendas was raised and educated here in Central Florida. He has devoted a tremendous amount of his time and treasure to helping the most needy in the community. The Pendas Law Firm has been recognized for its annual turkey giveaway which began in 2009. This event consistently draws thousands of individuals in need of help in providing their families with a turkey dinner on Thanksgiving. The event has spread to the firm’s other locations across the
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
state and is expected to feed over fivethousand families in 2014. The Pendas Law Firm has also teamed up with Feed Orlando, Forever Families, and Back to School back pack events. Whenever asked what his greatest personal achievement is, Mr. Pendas is quick to respond. “My boys, Daniel and Gabriel. Without question, my boys.” His young sons are always seen at his side assisting their father at community service events, never passing on an opportunity to do good. What sets Mr. Pendas apart is his dedication to excellence, responsiveness, and client satisfaction with the handling of their personal injury claim, no matter the outcome. It is with a sense of humility that he advocates for the people of the Central Florida community that he is proud to call his own. <
“
“
ON ANOTHER LEVEL:
“THE LIFEBLOOD OF THE PENDAS LAW FIRM HAS BEEN AND ALWAYS WILL BE THE PERSONAL RECOMMENDATIONS OF CLIENTS TO FRIENDS AND FAMILY IN THE COMMUNITY. THE SUCCESS OF THIS FIRM IS INTIMATELY TIED TO THE SATISFACTION OF OUR CLIENTS.”
70 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
JEFF BADGLEY Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer > Jeff Badgley’s career as a trial lawyer was almost over before it started. “I really don’t have a story about how I always wanted to be a lawyer. After my first year in law school, I was in the top ten percent of my class, but I had no idea about what I wanted to do as a lawyer. I though seriously of leaving law school to pursue a career in teaching, where I thought I could have an impact on the way people think about the world” That changed the following year, when Jeff joined the trial team at University of Florida College of Law, where he graduated with honors two years later.
Photos by Steven Miller
Jeffrey S. Badgley Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer Badgley Law Group 801 N. Magnolia Ave, Ste 101 Orlando, FL 32803 P: 407-781-0420 F: 407-781-0706
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
“There were no lawyers in my family and I had no exposure to lawyers and what they do. While competing on the trial team, I had my first glimpse of how trial lawyers work for fairness and justice, even in the most ordinary situations of life, such as driving a car, or visiting a grocery store. I saw that a worthy lawsuit is really just a story about justice, and that verdicts are a significant way of bringing about a correction to an imperfect world.” A successful career was off to a start when Jeff’s trial team beat longtime rival Stetson University in a regional competition, and he went on to represent University of Florida at a national competition. “In the fog of all the advertising, people can easily be misled about personal injury lawsuits and what they mean to the people and families who find themselves having to go to court to fight against powerful adversaries such as insurance companies. But when you hear the real story of how a person’s life is affected by such an event, you come to understand why they had to file a lawsuit to make things right.” Jeff was lucky to inherit a gene for story telling from his Irish ancestors. “A story brings the facts of a case to life. I try to
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
tell a very personal story of fairness and justice that explains why my client deserves to be compensated. It’s really a very basic human impulse to want to help another human being who is in need. A courtroom is a place where people can do that, when the story makes sense, when it is truthful, and when justice is on the side of the injured person.” Jeff began his career at one Orlando’s largest law firms, representing clients in complex business and real estate disputes. After realizing that these cases almost never see the courtroom, he joined a firm that specialized in representing doctors and their insurance companies. Jeff sharpened the courtroom skills that he sought out in law school, until he achieved recognition by the Florida Supreme Court as an expert in Civil Trial Law. As a Board Certified Civil Trial lawyer, Jeff has joined a group of elite lawyers - fewer than 5% of Florida lawyers have achieved this professional credential in their area of practice. Jeff has also been recognized with an “AV” rating by the prestigious Martindale-Hubble register, a peer ranking by judges and lawyers of the highest level of professional skill and practice. In 2006, Jeff left the big law firms and made an important change in the clients that he fought for in court: “I decided that for the rest of my career, I would represent individuals and families, who deserved the same quality representation that insurance companies and large corporations demand from their big law firms. Jeff now represents a wide variety of clients in cases that range from the simplest automobile accidents, to complex professional malpractice cases. For Jeff, that is what being a lawyer is about: pursing justice for his clients, one story at a time. <
Office of Dr. Palceski | Baldwin Park An innovative medical facility where the science of medicine combines with the latest advancements in skin care and anti-aging treatments designed to keep your skin looking and feeling healthy for a lifetime.
Call today. Look better tomorrow.
407.895.8818 reflectionsdermatology.com
great
SKINis in
Botox | Juvederm | Sculptra | Laser Hair Removal | Cool Sculpting | Photofacials | Fractional Skin Resurfacing
72 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
JOHN BOCCHINO Personal Injury Attorney
> Born in Queens, New York, John
John is a seasoned trial lawyer, trying
Rangers professional sports games, and
Bocchino is a proud transplanted Florid-
cases for his clients over the past 28
reading George R.R. Martin novels.
ian.
He graduated from Florida State
years. He is an AV-rated attorney, recog-
University in 1981 with a B.S. in Crimi-
nized by his peers and Martindale-Hub-
John is tremendously proud of his work
nology and from FSU College of Law
bell as having achieved the highest level
in defending healthcare practitioners
in 1985 with his Juris Doctor, earning
of legal ability and ethical standards. He
against increasingly excessive litigation.
both degrees with High Honors. After
has also been voted one of Orlando’s
With nearly thirty years of experience
working as an Assistant State Attorney
Top Lawyers and the Top Lawyers in
and an incredibly loyal client base, many
in Osceola County, he entered private
America by his peers in the years 2012,
of whom say they will work with no other
practice in 1986.
2013, and 2014.
attorney, he emphasizes a diligence and
John is a partner in the law firm of Bobo,
Outside of his law practice, John sup-
Ciotoli, Bocchino, White, Buigas & Rus-
ports many local hospital fundraising
sell, P.A., heading the firm’s Orlando of-
projects, as well as Kids Beating Cancer.
fice. Coming from a family of doctors,
For over twenty years, he has supported
his passion lies in representing hospitals,
Anchor House Ministries, a boys’ or-
doctors, nurses, and clinics in all phases,
phanage in Auburndale, Florida, and an
particularly medical negligence claims,
organization near and dear to his heart.
work ethic that continues to earn him
though he also works in insurance defense, administrative law, corporate law,
John is married to his best friend, Glo-
antitrust, and commercial litigation. In
ria, and has three stepchildren, Jonathan
his career, he has represented hundreds
(29), Jeremy (26), and Chelsea (23), as
of doctors and tried cases successfully in
well as a houseful of cats. In his infre-
over 20 Florida Counties, as well as Fed-
quent spare time, he enjoys playing golf,
eral Court.
watching New York Giants, Mets, and
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
recognition to this day. < John W. Bocchino Bobo, Ciotoli, Bocchino, White, Buigas & Russell, P.A. Suite 510 315 E. Robinson Street Orlando, FL 32801 P: 407-849-1060 F: 407-843-4751
74 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
LADDIE A. BUHOLZ, ESQUIRE The Buholz Law Firm, LLC
> It was a cool spring evening on
healthy life as a survivor - reminded of
a deserted two-lane highway running
that fateful night only by the permanent
through the vast farmlands in South-
physical and emotional scars that re-
west Florida. A drunk driver was barrel-
main.
ing down the almost deserted road at twice the speed limit. As his car sped
Walking into the hospital room was a
through the damp Florida air filled with
defining moment for Laddie. He recog-
the smell of orange blossoms, he negli-
nized the unfairness of what had hap-
gently slammed into the back of another
pened and knew that he wanted to make
car. With a loud metallic crunch, the hiss
a career seeking justice for people like
of a broken radiator and the sounds of
his sister. It is also why Laddie meets
fire exploding under a car in the middle
with his clients at their homes. “I have
of Nowhere, Florida, time stopped.
seen the other side of personal injury cases. When people call me, they are
The collision was with such force that the
hurt and in pain. The last thing they want
car the drunk driver hit exploded into
to do is to hobble down to my office on
flames and the front seat back broke.
a pair of crutches or in a brace. So, I go
The two girls sitting in that car were now
to them.” “To me, it just makes sense.”
laying flat against the backseat facing
Photo by Steven Miller
the ceiling. The girl driving was staring
Laddie is a proud alumnus of the Univer-
at the ceiling trapped and dazed. The
sity of Central Florida, where he received
girl in the passenger seat was uncon-
his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and
scious. After the smoke had cleared and
Florida State University College of Law,
the emergency responders had gone,
where he received his Juris Doctorate.
the accident had taken the life of the
In the 18 years he has been practicing
passenger in the car and the family dog
law, Laddie has tried 47 jury trials to ver-
that was trapped under the broken seat.
dict and has three more scheduled for this year.
Laddie was a teenager when he got the
Laddie A. Buholz, Esquire The Buholz Law Firm, LLC 10335 Orangewood Blvd., Suite C Orlando, FL 32821 P: 407-903-7232 F: 407-903-0644
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
news that his older sister survived that
Laddie’s entire practice is dedicated to
accident. The caller told him that she
helping people who have been injured
was severely burned, but he was not
as a result of someone else’s negligence.
prepared for what he was about to see.
If you have been significantly injured
When he walked into the hospital, his
as a result of an automobile accident,
sister’s face and hands were swollen be-
motorcycle accident, trucking accident,
yond recognition. She endured months
medical malpractice, defective drugs or
of painful burn rehabilitation and physi-
medical devices, call Laddie at 407-903-
cal therapy and today lives a happy and
7232. <
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
COOL SHOTS - 75
Photos by Brion Price & others
Facebook.com/StyleToMe
Get me out of this jacket - Red Carpet Monday at Heaven
Orlando Philharmonic Party at The Plaza
Red Carpet Monday at Heaven
Red Carpet Monday at Heaven
After the Rain - Cars for the Cure
Orlando Philharmonic Party at The Plaza
Versace Party at Mall at Millenia
Taverna Yamas
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
76 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
MICHAEL D. CERASA Personal Injury Attorney > Michael D. Cerasa dedicates his practice to the representation of Floridians who have suffered personal injury or have had property insurance claims improperly denied by their own insurer. Michael, a native of Massachusetts, and a graduate from The Florida State University College of Law and Clemson University, has been a practicing trial lawyer in the Orlando area for nearly a decade. Recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for 2013 and 2014, and rated as “Excellent” by Avvo.com, Michael is sought out by individuals and businesses statewide for his expertise in handling a wide range of Plaintiffs personal injury, property damage, and economic loss claims. “The most gratifying part of my practice is giving people a voice where they might not otherwise have one. Too often the scales of justice are tilted in favor of large insurers, corporations, or the wealthy. I work every day to correct that imbalance.”
Michael D. Cerasa Partner 1770 Fennell Street, Suite 150 Maitland, FL 32751 P: 407-647-0090, ext. 104 F: 407-647-0092 E: mcerasa@pearsonbitman.com www.pearsonbitman.com
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
insurers. Michael has won several landmark rulings fighting back against insurers improperly interpreting Florida’s sinkhole laws. “I have had hundreds of clients whose claims were underpaid or improperly denied by their homeowners or business insurance company. When making a claim, insureds should always be mindful that the insurance company is not always looking out for your best interest.” Meeting the needs of small businesses along the Gulf Coast impacted by the devastating effects of the 2010 BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill, Michael is currently representing hundreds of business claimants seeking to recovered money they lost as a result of the oil spill. “Economic activity was frozen in 2010 as a result of the oil spill. Many businesses lost money or went out of business altogether as a result of BP’s actions.”
Michael is a tireless advocate for people injured due to the negligence of others. His practice involves the representation of people injured in automobile accidents, trip and fall incidents, theme park injuries, medical negligence and nursing home negligence. “Oftentimes, clients come to me when they have suffered severe and debilitating injuries. I take my years of experience in the courtroom with me when I represent someone. My clients and the opposition know that I am willing to take a case to trial to get justice for my clients.”
When he’s not advocating for his clients in the courtroom, Michael is advocating for the rights of all Floridians in Tallahassee and Washington, D.C., lobbying for equity for all in the judicial system, for increased safety for consumers, and for transparency and fairness in the adjustment of insurance claims. Michael serves on the board of directors for the Young Lawyers Division of the Florida Justice Association, and was a prior director of the Jacob K. Javits Fellowship Board with the United States Department of Education, which provides grants to graduate students for arts, humanities and social sciences.
In addition to his personal injury practice, Michael has been at the forefront fighting for homeowners and businesses being taken advantage of by property
Michael, his wife Jennifer, and their three children live in Longwood. <
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
78 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
WADE COYE The Coye Law Firm > As a young boy growing up on a farm in upstate New York, Wade Coye learned early on the value of hard work, the importance of family, and the reward in helping others. Working with his grandfather and father, handling daily chores of a dairy farm, planting crops, and delivering the Syracuse Herald Journal every day of the year in heat, rain, or snow (literally), Coye learned that you must work hard, even when conditions are not the best.
Photo by Steven Miller
Unbeknownst to him, such guiding principles would continue with him throughout his life and help to distinguish his law practice. Coye’s government service has included working for two United States Congressmen in both campaign and staff capacity on Capitol Hill and active duty in the United States Army, Infantry. His military experience and knowledge of government and the private sector continues to aid him in fighting for the rights of others in his law practice. He furthered his education at the State University of New York at Morrisville and graduated with an Associate of Arts degree. He then completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science at The State University of New York at Buffalo. Fulfilling a lifelong goal and having a passion to help others, Coye attended law school at the State University of New York at Buffalo, receiving a Juris Doctor, cum laude. “The law is a helping profession that you often times need to take the sum of your experiences to aid in helping others solve their problems.”
Wade Coye Coye Law Firm 730 Vassar St. Orlando, FL 32804 P: 407-648-4940 www.coyelaw.com
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
Coye was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1989 and to the District of Columbia Bar in 2008. When asked about his philosophy on working with clients he states, “It is important to take a 360 degree view of their life and understand the difficulties they face in order to tailor a solution that works well for them.” He began his legal career with a large commercial law firm where work included
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
handling matters on behalf of the Resolution Trust Corporation, products liability, directors and officers’ liability, and other commercial matters. In 1991, Coye started his own practice, Coye Law Firm, focused on handling personal injury, workers compensation, wrongful death, and insurance claims. He was an early adapter of computer technology and the Internet; appearing on one of the first national lists of lawyers using the Internet in 1995. His continued interest in technology led him to develop a custom database for handling client matters. The firm, whose main office is located in Orlando, has enjoyed outstanding success obtaining million dollar recoveries in catastrophic injury cases and successfully handled appeals to the First and Fifth District Court of Appeals as well as the Florida Supreme Court. Mr. Coye was recently admitted to practice and represent claimants seeking veterans’ benefits in front of the United States Department of Veteran’s Affairs. He is also admitted to practice in the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Tax Court. Coye Law Firm has now grown to 5 attorneys and handles a variety of matters including personal injury, workers compensation, social security disability, probate, and family law. The firm provides continuing representation to several area condominium and homeowners associations. So what makes his firm different you ask? He will tell you, “Our collaborative team-based approach paired with compassionate client-based service gives clients the best possibility of achieving a favorable result.” Mr. Coye, his wife, Joan and five children make their home in College Park. In his spare time, as an instrument rated private pilot, he enjoys flying and traveling with his family. <
Please join For The
28
th
Annual Orlando's Largest Street Party Benefitting Hospitality Education through the CFHLA Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization
Enjoy an evening of live entertainment, a silent auction with over 200 items, great food and incredible shopping at Orlando Premium Outlets速 - Vineland Ave For more information, please visit: www.bacchusbash.org www.facebook.com/cfhla.bacchusbash
Friday, April 4, 2014 from 5PM - 10PM
Sponsors ORLANDO STYLE m
a
g
a
z
shergroup solutions for business
i
n
e
80 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
MICHAEL T. GIBSON, ESQ. Auto Justice and Personal Injury Attorney Michael T. Gibson, Esquire Michael T. Gibson, P.A. 839 N. Magnolia Ave. Orlando, FL 32803 P: 407-422-4529
> “Family First” is a motto that Auto Justice Attorney Michael T. Gibson not only lives by, but is deeply rooted in his firm’s corporate culture. Michael was inspired to open his Orlando personal injury law firm after experiencing his own family’s struggle following a terrible car accident. His mother was involved in a head-on collision, leaving her with chronic pain and nerve damage. He witnessed her endure medical procedures, painful injections and ongoing physical therapy. The accident took its toll on the entire family, emotionally and financially. When all hope was lost, a dedicated and talented personal injury attorney fought for her and the family when it seemed no one else would. Her attorney listened attentively to the family’s needs and advocated passionately in what became a hotly contested case. Ultimately, two settlements were obtained and justice was achieved. This inspired Michael and showed him that an effective attorney can make a powerful difference by restoring hope when there was none. At that moment, Michael made a vow to fight for individuals and their families who had fallen on hard times through no fault of their own- people who were ignored by the insurance companies that promised to protect them. “Family is the guiding principle that has grounded and guided my law practice. It is the foundation behind our law firm and is the very reason I do what I do, and why I represent consumers and accident
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
victims against big insurance companies in their family’s time of need,” states Michael. Michael was born and raised in Clearwater, Florida. He moved to the Central Florida area to attend the University of Central Florida. Upon graduation from UCF, he attended law school at The Florida A&M University College of Law, where he graduated in the top three percent of his class. During law school, he served on the Law Review and as the Head Teaching Assistant to the Academic Skills Program. He also served as a County Court Mediator and a Certified Legal Intern for the Orange County Public Defender’s Office, where he tried felony jury trials. Upon graduation, Michael practiced with one of the largest personal injury firms in the Central Florida area for several years before starting his current firm. Today, Michael devotes his entire career and law practice to representing injured people in auto accident and injury cases against large insurance companies, and negligent drivers. Over the course of his career, Michael has obtained over $16,000,000.00 in cases involving auto accidents, nursing home abuse, slip and falls, negligent security, insurance disputes, and consumer litigation. He is the author of several consumer guide books, including “Your Complete Guide to Florida Auto Accident Claims” and the “The New PIP,” all of which are offered for free on his website, www.autojusticeattorney.com. Additionally, he is a frequent lecturer on Florida auto
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
accident claims and Florida auto insurance. Most recently he was recognized as a Rising Star in the practice area of Personal Injury: Plaintiff in Super Lawyers Magazine 2013. In addition to his professional achievements, Michael is passionately involved in the community. He devotes his time and financial support to a variety of causes. He created “The Michael T. Gibson Scholar Athlete of the Month” program, which recognizes and provides college scholarships to Central Florida’s top high school seniors who excel in academics, athletics and community involvement. He is also an avid supporter of his own High School, Clearwater Central Catholic, where he is a member of the coaching staff. He also coaches and sponsors his son’s youth soccer team. The firm recently became a corporate sponsor of the Orlando Solar Bears and has partnered with the Bears to host a promo night honoring Orlando’s first responders, including police officers, firefighters and ambulance personnel, for their service with free tickets to attend a hockey game with their families at the Amway Center. Michael is married to Jennifer MartinezGibson, who helped him start the law firm and is an integral part of the practice. Together, their work is dedicated to putting families first and the principal transcends their home lives as well. They reside in Orlando with their two beautiful children: Brady (4) and Emery (10 months). <
COOL SHOTS - 81
Photos by Brion Price & Others
Facebook.com/StyleToMe
Orlando Style Magazine Presents Carmen Steffens Valentine’s Spring Collection Event
Cars for the Cure
Taverna Yamas
Orlando Philharmonic Party at The Plaza
Orlando Style Magazine Presents Carmen Steffens Valentine’s Spring Collection Event
Jacqueline Siegel & Friends Versace Party at Mall at Millenia
Orlando Style Magazine Presents Carmen Steffens Valentine’s Spring Collection Event
Jude & Peter Macera Orlando Style Magazine Presents Carmen Steffens Valentine’s Spring Collection Event
Red Carpet Monday at Heaven
Winter Park Chamber Awards at Full Sail
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
82 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
SARAH R. GOLDMAN Personal Injury Attorney
> Sarah Goldman is a rising star in the legal community and her journey there has been anything but traditional. Born and raised in Alaska, Sarah learned early in life the value of tenacity and dedication. Sitting in the courtroom of a high profile murder case at eleven years old watching her father, The District Attorney, destroy the child murderer’s alibi witness in what can only be described as a Perry Mason moment, sealed Sarah’s fate. Sarah was destined to be an attorney and would do whatever it took to become one. As her passion for the law continued to grow, it was only a matter of time until she was offering critiques her father would incorporate into his consistent trial schedule. “I knew at eleven years old that I was going to be an attorney and that I wanted to fight for people who couldn’t fight for themselves. Growing up with a trial attorney for a father, I was immersed in the law and relished every opportunity to learn from him and observe him in action.” Sarah says. On the fast track to reaching her life goal, Sarah excelled in her studies, finishing high school early and completing college in less than four years. Not surprisingly, she followed in her father’s footsteps, graduating from Southwestern University School of Law after participating in the esteemed SCALE program, a two year accelerated J.D. program in Los Angeles, California.
Goldman Law, PA 1015 Maitland Center Commons Blvd. Building 106 Maitland, FL 32751 P: 407-405-0625
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
Following law school, Sarah moved to Florida where she was hired at one of the biggest law firms in the country. Learning that in order to be an effective advocate it was important to be able to advocate both sides of an argument, Sarah went
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
on to work for a large Florida based civil defense firm. While there, she represented and defended many Fortune 500 companies and major insurance companies in civil litigation before becoming a plaintiff’s personal injury attorney. “I think everyone has a passion for something in life. For me it has always been helping others. For years I defended multi-billion dollar corporations and insurers from those they had injured. I learned a lot but felt unfulfilled. Now I represent those who have been injured because of someone else’s neglect and I enjoy giving a voice to those who need it most. I am doing what I love.” Sarah displays the perfect balance of compassion and advocacy. She prides herself on being available to her clients and understands the struggles of being an accident victim. While she knows that in many cases, no amount of money will compensate an injured person, Sarah fights hard to make sure that her clients get just compensation. Sarah’s passion and dedication is noticed by more than just her clients. For the last two years, Sarah was voted by her peers, fellow lawyers on both sides, as one of the top attorneys in the State of Florida. <
84 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
ROBERT HEMPHILL Cullen & Hemphill > Robert Hemphill has been practicing personal injury law in Winter Park for over 17 years. Upon graduating from the University of Florida, with an Honors Degree in Finance in 1993, he furthered his education at the University of Florida, College of Law. Originally, he hoped to utilize his Finance degree as a basis to study and practice corporate law. However, after various opportunities in law school, he became interested in civil litigation and personal injury law. Summer Clerkships with Orange County Circuit Judge, Hon. Walter Komanski, and the law firm of Martinez & Dalton, P.A. exposed him to the world of personal injury litigation. After graduating, Mr. Hemphill took a job as an associate with the prestigious Winter Park law firm of Troutman, Williams, et al. Working with some of the best trial lawyers in the State of Florida allowed Mr. Hemphill the opportunity to hone his skills in representing victims of auto accidents, and in 2003 he became a partner with the firm, where he remained until 2011, when he became a founding partner of the law firm of Cullen & Hemphill, PLC. Photo by Steven Miller
Mr. Hemphill and his law partner, Kim Cullen, continue to practice personal injury law in their Winter Park office. They are proud to have practiced only personal injury law on behalf of
WORK EXPERIENCE Founding Partner at Cullen & Hemphill, PLC., 2012–present
Robert Hemphill Cullen & Hempill 101 S. New York Ave., Suite 205 Winter Park, FL 32789 P: 407-254-4901 F: 407-834-3302 cullen-hemphill.com
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
individuals. “In the adversarial system of justice it is important that individuals and families have competent counsel to represent their interests against powerful businesses and insurance companies. “ Said Hemphill. “Nothing gives me more satisfaction than being able to help someone who has been seriously injured. It is very rewarding to lift the burden of dealing with the insurance companies from them and allow them to focus on getting healthy and returning to their pre-accident lifestyle.” When he is not practicing law, Mr. Hemphill enjoys traveling, playing golf, and spending time with his wife, Julie and daughters, Lindsay and Allison. He and his wife are also very active in their community of Baldwin Park. They are co-founders and charter Board Members of a non-profit company called Brightside Events, a company that organizes various events and donates 100% of the proceeds generated to its Stock The Pantry Program. This program helps to supply food to children in need during extended breaks, when they are unable to take advantage of the free lunch program. One of the most popular events they organize is the Doggie Derby of Baldwin Park, a canine race inspired by Hemphill’s dog, Foster. The 7th Annual Doggie Derby at Baldwin Park will take place this March. <
Business Administration with Honors, 1993
Member of the American Bar Association, 1997–present
AWARDS
Member of the American Justice Association, 1997–present
Partner at Troutman, Williams, Irvin, Green, Helms, Polich & Hemphill PA ,1997–2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2010
EDUCATION
Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum, 2009
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law Degree in Law with Honors, 1996 University of Florida Majored in Finance with a Bachelor of Science in
Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2009
ASSOCIATIONS Eagle Sponsor, 2000-2007 Florida Justice Association, 1997–present
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
Member of the Florida Bar 1997–present Member of the Orange County Bar Association 1997–present
vines
© 2014 Orlando Style Magazine
Steak | FiSh | Jazz
live jazz
Private Dining available
“Top 100 Wine List” -
Open Table Diners’ Choice Award
“Best of Award of excellence” -
“Best Restaurant for Great steaks” Vines Grille & Wine Bar is a boutique restaurant offering exquisite dining in an upscale and vibrant atmosphere.
Orlando Sentinel
Wine Spectator
/ “Best Happy Hour” -
Our mission is to create an incomparable experience for our guests that artfully blends contemporary sophistication and tradition.
Orlando Style
We are located in the center of Orlando’s Restaurant Row, just a few minutes from the Convention Center and major hotels.
7533 West Sand Lake Rd. • Orlando, FL 32819 • AT The Fountains Plaza Bay Hill • 407. 351. 1227 • www.VinesGrille.com
86 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
NATALIE A. JACKSON Women’s Trial Group > Natalie A. Jackson has more than 13 years combined leadership, media, and legal experience. She is best known for her work in advocating for the legal concerns of women and children and her work in the fields of criminal defense, personal injury, injury to children, and wrongful death as it relates to women and their families, as well as being featured with her higher profile clients on: The Today Show, Good Morning America, Inside Edition, CNN, MSNBC, FOX News, Headline News, and most local and state news channels.
Photo by Steven Miller
Natalie A. Jackson Women’s Trial Group 627 E. Washington St. Orlando, FL 32801 P: 407-418-1212 www.wtgfirm.com
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
Natalie has long been at the forefront of women, children and minority legal issues. Her first career was as a Naval Intelligence Officer, who was one of the first group of female naval personal to be deployed aboard an aircraft carrier. As an attorney, she has successfully represented numerous women and their family members injured or killed by the negligence of others and has lobbied relentlessly to improve healthcare as it relates to high-risk teen pregnancies and premature births. Further, in her criminal defense work, Natalie has long been an advocate of equal rights, protections and treatment of minorities in the criminal justice system. As the founder of the Women’s Trial Group, Natalie has achieved her life’s goal of creating and building a successful litigation law firm that caters to the requirements and needs of women and their families. Natalie and the other attorneys with Women’s Trial Group are staunch advocates for the rights of women, children, and families. These rights don’t just stop at monetary settlements. Natalie has represented, among others, a mother whose child was killed by a speeding driver. The
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
case resolved with a full insurance policy settlement for the family. Natalie, however, is now lobbying the city to install speed bumps to prevent future injury to children in that low income neighborhood. She has also worked in conjunction with the NAACP to ensure that security guards who shot and killed an unarmed teenage boy were brought to justice. The civil case is still pending. Most recently, Natalie represented the husband and daughter of a law student who was killed when a NASCARowned airplane crashed into their home in Sanford. The case settled for a substantial eight figure amount which all parties agreed will remain confidential. She also recently represented a teen wrongfully accused of abducting a child. The charges were dropped and a civil suit is pending. Natalie received her BA from Hampton University and her JD from the University of Florida’s Levin School of Law where she serves on the Law Alumni Council. She has also served on the Board of Directors of the Central Florida Chapter of the America Red Cross, the Seminole County Chapter of the Boys & Girls Club, the Sanford Chapter of the NAACP, and the Orange County Branch of the NAACP where she is Chairperson of the Legal Redress Committee. Natalie is an active member of the Florida Bar Association and has served on the Advertising Committee, the Association of Florida Trial Lawyers, the Virgil Hawkins Bar Association, the Florida Association of Women Lawyers, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She resides in Orlando and has a son (Kevin) who plays football at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. GO NAVY! <
LIVING ‘N STYLE - 87
LUXURY ESSENTIALS ELIZABETH AND JAMES Nirvana Black & Nirvana White: Well-noted fashion icons Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have created their first adult fragrances. Nirvana Black is a woodsy, sweet scent and is encased is a stylish black and gold bottle. Nirvana White is a musky floral scent that is sure to stimulate anyone’s senses. Prices range from $22 to $75. www.elizabethandjames.us
MARC JACOBS: LOVEMARC matte lip gels are sure to rev-up any look for spring. These gels are not only lightweight and luxurious, but they also help nourish your lips to a beautiful shiny matte finish. Marc has made five colors for you to choose from, so you can pick your look from day to night. $30.00 www.marcjacobs.com
CLINIQUE CHEEK POP Clinique’s new cheek pop powders give an effortless look for any occasion. The cheek colors come in different shades to match with any skin-tone and are nearly powderless. Just swirl the color onto your makeup brush, apply to your cheekbones, and viola. Perfection made easy. $21 www.clinique.com
CLINIQUE ACNE SOLUTIONS-CLEARING GEL Need some help clearing those blemishes? Clinique has created a clearing gel that packs some punch against acne. This lightweight, fragrance free gel is applied to acne spots twice a day after cleaning. This is just one of Clinique’s many acne products that will leave your skin flawless. Prices vary www.clinique.com
CLINIQUE FOR MEN: Guys want something simple, easy, and beneficial. With these products, men can clean, shave, and protect their skin all with one kit. They have released everything from lotions to shaving essentials. Clinique has really constructed the knowledge of looking good. Prices vary upon kit/individual products www.clinique.com OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
88 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
PAUL C. PERKINS, JR. Personal Injury & Wrongful Death
CELEBRATING A 100 YEAR LEGACY OF SERVING THE PEOPLE OF FLORIDA > Paul C. Perkins, Jr. has been the beneficiary of a very proud legacy of legal service to the people of Florida. This year will mark the 100 year anniversary of the day Paul’s Great Uncle, Daniel Webster Perkins was admitted to practice law in the state of Florda. D.W. Perkins was the first African American lawyer to be permitted to select white jurors in Jacksonville, and in 1915 he pioneered the inclusion of African Americans on juries throughout the state. D.W. Perkins served the people of Florida, literally until the day he died in 1972, at 96 years old, sitting at his desk in his office. He has been listed as one of the 100 most influential Floridians of the last century. Paul’s father, Paul C. Perkins, Sr. was admitted to practice law in Florida in 1950. His first job was working along side his uncle, D.W. Perkins, in Jacksonville, until he moved to Orlando in 1951. Early in his career, Perkins served as co-counsel with Thurgood Marshall and Jack Greenberg of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, and defended four African American young men who were accused of raping Norma Padgett in Lake County, Florida. Paul C. Perkins, Sr. served the community of Central Florida as an advocate for civil rights and justice, as well as a business man and philanthropist. He died of cancer in 1985 in Orlando.
Paul & Perkins, PA 3117 Edgewater Dr. Orlando, FL 32804 P: 407-540-0122 www.PaulandPerkins.com OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
Although Paul C. Perkins, Jr. never had the opportunity to practice law with his father, he did develop a passionate desire to seek justice at an early age by watching his father display his skills in
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
court. In 1991, six years after his father’s death, Paul was admitted to practice law in Florida. For over 20 years, Paul has tirelessly represented people who have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others in Florida’s courtrooms. Paul has recently secured jury verdicts for a forklift incident that crushed his client’s foot, an automobile accident case, and a dog bite case involving a child and a Pit Bull Terrier. Paul’s belief is that every lawyer who represents the injured must be willing, and more importantly, supremely able to try their client’s case. Mr. Perkins has also negotiated substantial settlements on behalf of his clients, including the multi-million dollar settlement of a case against multiple defendants on behalf of the widow of a man who was struck dead by a vehicle when he stopped to clear debris that had been placed in the road by vandals. He strongly believes the willingness to try difficult cases in court results in much more favorable settlement offers from insurance companies. Despite his professional success, Paul’s true devotion is to his wife of 23 years and his two children. He also volunteers his time for various professional and civic organizations in Central Florida. He enjoys fishing, golf, tennis, mission work, and watching his children blossom. He is proud to be a member of a great family of Florida lawyers and hopes to live up to their great legacy. Paul’s firm is Paul & Perkins, PA, located at 3117 Edgewater Dr., Orlando FL 32804. Please visit their website at PaulandPerkins.com, or call them at 407-540-0122. <
Fashion Designers Submit your application noW! To ParTiciPaTe in The nexT round 速 of fashionconTender
send your 5 skeTches, PhoTos or videos of one comPleTe ouTfiT, along wiTh 100-word essay. go To our websiTe To aPPly:
FashionContender.Com
Judged by: orlando evenTs: Joy cioci - chris kirkPaTrick melanie Pace - sven J. bode marc Tiberia - esTee marTin TamPa evenTs: Joy cioci - Julie weinTraub melanie Pace - sven J. bode marc Tiberia
Fa s h i o n C O n T e n D e R 速
Provides
an
exciting
Platform for emerging Local Fashion Designers t o S h o w O f f T h e i r Wo r k & W i n a G r a n d - P r i z e Tr i p to nYC Fashion Week & More Fabulous Prizes
t h e
FashionContender
e m e r g i n g
f a s h i o n
d e s i g n e r
c o m p e t i t i o n
Sponsored by: Orlando Style, Tampa Style, Peroni, Filmscape Prod., Vanity Club, Yelp.com,PassionPR, IADT, RedCarpetMonday, Trend
90 - SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAW
TRAVIS WILLIAMS Personal Injury/Criminal Law > Travis received his Bachelor’s degree from Florida State University in 1996. Although becoming a lawyer was not his life’s dream or ambition, Travis always had a thirst to do something with his life that helped people. Determined to choose a profession that he would both enjoy and be able to use as a tool to help others, going to law school and becoming a lawyer made sense to Travis. Travis felt confident that with so many different areas of law to choose from that he would find an area that suited him and his goals. During law school, Travis developed a passion for and excelled in the fields of litigation and trial advocacy. He graduated with honors from Stetson University College of Law and received the Victor O. Wehle Trial Advocacy Award given to the top trial litigator of each graduating class.
Photo by Steven Miller
Travis Williams The Law Offices of Travis Williams 1115 East Livingston Street Orlando, FL. 32803 P: 407-425-4755 F: 407-425-3931 www.floridadefenselaw.com
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
Throughout law school Travis worked for a civil litigation firm and also interned at the State Attorney’s Office in Pinellas County. After law school, he began his career working as an Assistant State Attorney where he litigated thousands of cases. As a prosecutor for the State, Travis was lead prosecutor in numerous jury trials ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. Eleven years ago Travis started a law firm that now practices in the areas of personal injury and criminal law with the vision of advocating for individuals and families in need of an attorney who is willing to fight for them against big business, insurance companies and the Government. When it comes to the area of personal injury, Travis maintains that “nowhere in the practice of law is there more opportunity to help those who are truly in need, who have been wronged through no fault of their own, and who are not going to get any relief without a lawyer who is willing to fight for their rights.”
SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
Travis believes in the saying that trial work is 90 percent preparation, and 10 percent in the courtroom. While results matter, Travis’s clients often comment on and appreciate his personal service and attention to details. Travis points to his paralegal of ten years, Lawanda, as an integral part in making sure no stone is left unturned. On behalf of his clients, Travis has tried multiple jury trials in both State and Federal Courts. Travis’s dedication to his client and craft has not gone unnoticed. In 2013, Travis received recognition from two prestigious publications. Both SuperLawyers and the National Trial Lawyers recognized Travis as one of the top lawyers and trial litigators in Florida. He was recognized as a “Rising Star” by SuperLawyers which surveys the best attorneys who are 40 and under, and only 2.5 percent of the lawyers in Florida receive this recognition. While recognition is rewarding and plaques on a wall are nice, Travis gets much more gratification from reading through the numerous letters and cards from clients expressing their heartfelt thanks for caring about their case and their lives. Travis has carried over his commitment to help others into his life outside of work. Amongst participating in many community events, Travis volunteers on Sundays with his wife, Francee, at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission. Travis and Francee have been blessed with three daughters, Ella (8), Kate (6) and Madison (3). When away from work, he enjoys numerous sports and trips with family to the beach, Disney and the mountains. On Saturdays in the Fall, Travis can often be found with family and friends in Tallahassee cheering for the Seminoles. <
facebook.com/peroniusa
92 - MODEL SEARCH
MODEL SEARCH
1
2014 SCA
2 Almira
3 Taylin
Taja
N THIS
u yo
on
to Vote fo r
testant •
•
5
4 Tainaris
6 Matthew
Lori
r Favorite
C
VOTE NOW! www.OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
7
The 2013 Finals Winner will be announced in a future issue.
8 Karissa
Vote NOW! & check WHO’s winning online! www.StyleToMe.com More pictures online...
date of birth, name, height, city you live in, measurements and dress size, occupation, hobbies, professional goals and ambitions. Entries are on an ongoing basis.
HOW TO ENTER:
How to Vote:
Log on to StyleToMe.com and click on “Contests.” You will then be able to create a profile on Style Magazine’s online model community. at www.OrlandoStyleMagazine.com Please include a brief description of yourself:
Log on to StyleToMe.com, click on “Contests” and vote online for your favorite contestant by choosing the corresponding number. Click on “Submit” to count your vote.
ModelsMeetMoguls.com
9 Chantel
Beth
Judges: The winner, determined by online ballot and a Modeling agency.
Sponsors & Prizes: The winner will be entered in the Finals at the end of the year and will have a chance to win a complete “Style Package” donated by our luxury sponsors!
Congratulations to Leiann, the winner of the February issue.
Legal disclaimer: Votes are placed by readers and online users of Style Magazines. Winners are chosen by those votes and the professional advice of a Modeling Agency. No complaints or legal ways are permitted nor accepted. The Modeling Agency is permitted to overrule the decision of the electronic votes. In submitting votes to our website, all participants and contestants agree with these terms. All information and picture materials submitted to Style Magazines by the contestants or their representatives, are accepted to be used by Style Magazines (Orlando, Tampa, etc.), and Style Magazine’s websites in any way without restrictions.
70%
SUDOKU
1 3
5 3
6
7
7
8
5
4
5
9
3
8
7 7
2
9 1
87
4
2
9
9
3 3
6
1
www.sudoku-puzzles.net
www.sudoku-puzzles.net
2
2
9
1
3
3
4
7
9
7
3
4
8
5
1
8
7
9
2
6
1
8
7
2
4
8 9 4 1 6 7 3 5 2
6
77
1 2
5
3
2
8
4
6
5
3
9
4
91
7
8
6
9
4
2 5
5
4
7
3
8
2
1
9
3
6
5
7
9
1
4
8
2
5
6
1
2
4
8
7
3
16 5 8
69 3
4
7
2
1
6
9
95
2 1
7
8
4
7
8
1
3
1
6
6
52
4
3
9
6
5
4
4 3 8 www.sudoku-puzzles.net
3
34 8
6 9
52 5
28 9
7 1
7
Periodicals ID Statement ( ISSN1553-2011 )
1
9
5
3
6
ORLANDO STYLE ® is published monthly ( except January & August ) by Orlando Style
1Magazine, 6 8810 Commodity 9 5 Cir., Suite 3 34 Orlando, 7 8FL 32819. 2 Postmaster: 4
Send Address Changes to: 8810 Commodity Cir., Suite 34 Orlando, FL 32819. Application for
4Periodicals 5 Postage 3 is pending 6 in 8Orlando,2FL and 9additional7entry offices. 1 www.sudoku-puzzles.net
M A G A Z I N E
LAST ISSUE’S 8 5 SUDOKU
ORLANDO STYLE
6
$4.97 delivery charge per subscription package will apply
9 6
4
Authorized signature
2
3
2
Ex. date
5
4
Credit card #
6
8
American Ex.
5
2
Mastercard
9
1
2
Visa
8
1
1
$1.29
9
YES! I’ll take 2 years of Style for per issue. Total: $30.77
3
2 Hard
6
Phone
7
State
7
5
City
4
3
Address
9
4
Name
2
1
Billing zip
Solutions in our next issue. Easyand dailysudoku.com More at: websudoku.com
PAY WITH:
Fill the grid so that every column, every row & every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9.
Discover
$1.49 YES! I’ll take 1 year of Style for per issue. Total: $19.87
HOW TO PLAY SUDOKU
7
Get a Surprise Beauty Salon Gift Card When you subscribe!
now!
Limited availability
subscribe
Want to sharpen your wits? Then start sharpening your pencils. A recent report has confirmed that curling up in an armchair with a crossword or sudoku puzzle could help give you the brain power of someone 14 years younger. Get ready for a mental workout!
5
up to
Please mail back to: Orlando Style Magazine | 8810 Commodity Cir. Suite 34, Orlando, FL 32819
!
SAVE
94 - EVENTS
WHAT’S HAPPENING ORLANDO! MARCH 1-9 Tonic / Vertical Horizon March 1, 7 pm House of Blues 407-934-2583 Lake Apopka Wildlife Festival & Birdapalooza March 1, 9 am - 4 pm Magnolia Park www.birdapalooza.com Thompson Square & Rascal Flatts March 2, various times Florida Strawberry Festival 863-698-4314 G Love and Special Sauce March 4, 7:30 pm The Social 407-246-1419 Harlem Globetrotters March 6, 7 pm Amway Center 407-440-7000 Bike Week Orlando March 7-16, all day Orlando Harley-Davidson 407-423-0346 Nuclear Cowboyz March 8-9, various times Amway Center 407-440-7000 Bands, Brew & BBQ Through March 9, various times SeaWorld
MUSIC
PERFORMING ARTS
888-800-5447
407-246-1419
Florida Strawberry Festival Through March 9, 10 am - 10 pm Plant City 863-698-4314
Brides Against Breast Cancer Charity Wedding Gown Sale & Bridal Show March 16, 11 am Embassy Suites Altamonte
FEBRUARY 1-8 MARCH 10-16 Tribal Seeds March 14, 6 pm The Beacham 407-246-1419 Cody Simpson March 14, 8 pm Universal Studios 407-363-8000 Christopher Titus March 14-16, various times Improv Comedy Club 407-480-5233 Vailiant Air Command Warbird Museum & TICO Airshow March 14-16, 10 am - 6 pm Valiant Air Command Museum 321-268-1941 Kari Jobe March 15, 7pm House of Blues 407-934-2583 We The Kings with This Century & Crash The Party March 15, 5:30 pm The Beacham
Paul Simon and Sting March 16, 8 pm Amway Center 407-440-7000
MARCH 17-23 St. Patrick’s Day Block Party March 16-17, various times Wall Street Plaza www.wallstplaza.net 2 Chainz March 19, 10 pm The Beacham 407-246-1419 Aries Spears March 20-23, various times Improv Comedy Club 407-480-5233 Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival March 21-23, 9 am - various times Downtown Winter Park www.wpsaf.org/CMS Gavin DeGraw March 22, 8 pm Universal Studios 407-363-8000
COMEDY
Jarabe de Palo March 22, 8 pm House of Blues 407-934-2583
MARCH 24-31 Miley Cyrus March 24, 7 pm Amway Center 407-440-7000 Pentatonix March 25, 7pm Hard Rock Live 407-351-5483 The Grouch & Eligh March 25, 8 pm The Social 407-246-1419 Evita March 25-30, various times Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre 407-246-4262 Wedding & Event Planning Training March 28, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Orlando Courtyard Marriott Downtown 407-603-5905 Badfish - A Tribute to Sublime March 30, 6 pm House of Blues 407-934-2583
THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS The Harlem Globetrotters are back in Orlando on March 6th with another hilarious, action packed performance! The world famous Harlem Globetrotters are known for their incredible basketball skills and captivating performances. This year it’s all about the fans. On the “Fans Rule” World Tour, fans choose which new rules they would like to see during their hometown game. Voting is now open online at harlemglobetrotters.com/rule March 6, 7 pm Amway Center 407-440-7000
OrlandoStyleMagazine.com
MISC.
Hi-Lite
PAUL SIMON & STING Longtime friends and music legends, Paul Simon & Sting take the stage on March 16th at the Amway Center. Paul Simon’s success stems from the duo Simon & Garfunkel. Sting, prior to starting his solo career, was the lead singer and bassist of The Police. The two men first sang together at a charity benefit in New York last year and Sting said he was surprised how well their voices blended. At each concert audiences will see the musicians together as well as performing solo. March 16, 8 pm Amway Center 407-440-7000
MILEY CYRUS Miley Cyrus started off her 38-city Bangerz tour in February and is making a stop in Orlando on March 24th. Bangerz debuted at number 1 on both the Billboard Top 200 Album chart and the Digital Album Charts with over 270,000 albums sold. This highly anticipated tour has fans eagerly waiting to see what shocking performance she will deliver this time around. There are sure to be some scandalous moves and barely-there outfits but Miley says “I want people to walk away saying, ‘OK, she did some things that were crazy, but at the end of the day, it was really about her voice.” March 24, 7 pm Amway Center 407-440-7000
EVITA Evita, the award winning Broadway musical is coming to Orlando March 25th for 6 days. The musical done by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice tells an intriguing rag to riches tale and concentrates on the life of Eva Peron, the Argentine leader. In it’s earlier days, Evita was a rock opera and was eventually transformed into a movie starring Madonna. In 2012 the Broadway musical was revived! March 25-30, various times Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre 407-246-4262
A legacy of leaders for over 45 years. Since 1968, Park Maitland School has been growing the leaders of tomorrow. We offer a proven foundation of excellence in education and provide children the tools they need to realize their dreams!
Andrew Asher
B.A. University of Delaware J.D. Thomas Jefferson; San Diego, CA Park Maitland Class of 1985
Attorney, Orlando and Washington, D.C. Complex Corporate and Civil Litigation Winter Park Distilling Company, Co-founder First artisanal micro-distillery in Winter Park and Orange County
Miley Cyrus
407-647-3038 ParkMaitland.org
Discover • Explore • Recommend The Concierge Guide is the ultimate resource for visitors and residents alike to find everything they need on what to do and see in the city! This comprehensive visitors guide provides you with reviews, top rated services, detailed information on theme parks & attractions, search for great restaurants in the neighborhood, where to get a last minute hairdo, plus show you the most amazing places to shop! It’s all in your smart phone – with a little help of the QR code (left); you can
experience it all with a touch of your fingertips. It’s easy as 1 2 3. If you already have a “scan app” on your phone, you can use it right now.You can also download a “scan app” – at your app store right on your phone. Another way to get the service is to type www.TheConciergeGuide.com into your web browser on your phone or tablet. So, go ahead! Discover great deals at outlets and high-end boutiques. Partake in the most exciting theme parks and notto-be-missed attractions!
How it works:
LOOKING TO GET ON OUR MAP?
REGISTER YOUR BUSINESS OR EVENT
FOR FREE Scan with your Smart Phone or go to
TheConciergeGuide.com
and choose your city
Search, explore, or scroll & choose your interest. Example: “Attractions”
Rate, review, call or make a reservation.
Scroll down a little more & find out where it is, how far away you are & how to get there.
THE
@theconciergeguide
CONCIERGE YOUR ULTIMATE CITY GUIDE
™ GUIDE
oyster perpetual date just ii
The Mall at Millenia 407-674-1871
rolex
oyster perpetual and datejust are trademarks.