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28 / HEALTH & BEAUTY I’m in Love With the Coco The Wonders of Coconut Oil By Christina Nicholson 30 / HEALTH & BEAUTY Drink Your Way to a Healthier You The Benefits of Tea By Christina Nicholson 34 / HEALTH & BEAUTY Upside Down The Upsides & Downsides of Inversion Therapy By Lauren Holiday 36 / FASHION 2015 Spring Fashion Trends 44 / STYLE MD Integrating Acupuncture with Psychological Interventions By Lauren Holiday 50 / CELEBRITY SOUP Losing Weight to Gain a Role By Riesa Rascal
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54 / DON’T MISS THE BEAT Sam Smith The New Classic By Courtney Caggiano
56 / TOYS E-Tron Introducing the All New Electric Audi R8
58 / BARFLY 5 Cocktails Under 150 Calories By Kourtney Destefano
60 / STYLE Weekend Warrior By Diane Zeise
62 / TRAVEL ‘N STYLE Escape to St. Pete Beach By Cathleen K. Bode
66 / DON’T MISS THE BEAT Irvin Mayfield By Riesa Pascal
68 / FASHION Inspiration By Ro Martinez
71-79 / PEOPLE Tampa Style’s Top Interior Design Firms
82 / OUT & ABOUT Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival By Alexis Minieri
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86 / THE ARTS Time to Unwind By Alexis Minieri
90 / BON APPETIT You Are What You Eat By Kourtney Destefano
92 / BEST FRIENDS Weekend Warrior
Dog’s Day Out By Kourtney Destefano
You Are What You Eat
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new and amazing developments in the medicine and beauty industries, and our special “Body & Soul” issue of Tampa Style will remind you to take a break, relax, and enjoy the lovely things of each day. Forget your worries for an hour or two and stop and smell the roses! Life is short, and those who take the time to allow their mind to linger on the sunny side seem to make this life better and perhaps, longer. It is so important for us to take care of our health, so we can increase our time on earth with those we love. This month, remember to take the opportunity to see your doctor, hit the gym, visit the spa, splurge on an afternoon at the salon or socialize with friends and family at your favorite restaurant and really enjoy and “taste” life. Our April issue of Tampa Style features our popular profiles on some of the most extraordinary and successful business personalities in the area, along with the always fantastic fashion trends and fascinating photo shoots that inspire you, our stylish readers, every month. It is always so rewarding to see the fruits of our labor in our finish product, thanks to the hard work and dedication of our writers, photographers, and graphic mavens, and we hope you enjoy this issue as much as we did putting it together!
DEAR READERS, As the month of April begins, I find myself thinking of that old saying that we’ve heard time and time again. There are some things you just can’t avoid: taxes and getting older. Well, hopefully our taxes will be taken care of by April 15th, but getting older? Now that’s another story.
For our calendar-conscious crowd, April 1 begins our annual “Got Style” campaign to build our subscriber base. All new and renewal clientele are eligible to win our $500 prize* offered at: www.TampaStyleMagazine.com/Subscribe On a fun note, our publication is the first national magazine to create the new and highly technological printing process called “Lirpa Loof,” which injects flavors into the paper. We invite each of you to taste a blank square on a page and attempt to guess the flavor. (Warning: It may contain peanuts!) Did you discover some of the flavors? Send us your feedback at info@styletome.com. Until next month, have some springtime fun in the sun!
No matter how hard we try, we just can’t seem to avoid the effects that time has on us. Although, after watching the movie “Lucy,” I got a bit more hope, as the storyline insinuates that cells don’t really die. Perhaps, it just lives on our offspring and/or is it something else, like energy that floats through the universe…Well, whether that’s true or false, the idea is definitely worth pondering We might not ever understand all of the mysteries of life, but it’s comforting to know that as long as we’re here on earth, we will always continue to develop new and beneficial ways to keep ourselves youthful and in good health. This month, take a moment to ponder all of the wonderful aspects of life, and perhaps you’ll even feel more youthful in the process. It is definitely great to know that there are
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CONTRIBUTORS
MARKNEJAME
RIESAPASCAL ROMARTINEZ
Mark NeJame is a renowned
Riesa was born in London,
Ro Martinez, author, model
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and modeling coach, has been
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Florida where she graduated
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and country’s highest profile
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in catalogs, newspapers and
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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.
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CITY NEWS
Motown the Musical
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Style Events, News & Gossip From Around the City By Katerina Maurtua Every Saturday and Sunday in the month of March was devoted to Busch Garden’s Food and Wine festival. The park was filled with beautiful and rustic arrangements, festival games, wildlife exhibitions and live performances by Gavin Degraw, Fifth Harmony, Kool & The Gang & many more. If there’s one thing missed for those of you who didn’t get the chance to attend (and those who did would agree), it
The month of March welcomed spring to the Tampa Bay area with a hint of bikini ready weather and a handful of performances, musicals, and festivals to get us all in the mood for beachwear and getaways, spring salads, and sun-filled fests.
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the whole family or a group of friends, especially for those music enthusiasts. A few of us at Tampa Style enjoyed a night listening to the performance of the legendary, John Legend. The fest has ranked in the top 40 and this year’s incredible food, contests, livestock and retailing has proved that to be true! Make sure to stop by next year if you get the chance. GASPARILLA MUSIC FEST What could be a better way to welcome the spring with fun, sun and music? Gasparilla, for the 5th year in a row, set up their musical festival in downtown tampa on March 7 and 8. The twoday special event brought us musical performances from Modest Mouse, Trampled by Turtles, Dynasty and even a lineup adequate for the little ones to enjoy. Not only was the lineup even more amazing than last year, but the culinary experience was just as remarkable. On March 8 Santana performed sensationally at the Mahaffey Theater. Since the 1960’s Santana has hypnotized us and brought us back to reality with his lyrics and guitar solos. His performance brought us and the rest of the theater into a reminiscent of past musical decades and a nostalgic state of mind from his earlier work.
was the assortment of food, beer, and oh so much wine. The plates varied from Venison Chili to Scallop Ceviche and was stocked with over 50 different beers and wine. For all you beer, wine and food lovers, the festival will be ongoing until April so there is still a chance to experience the fun. The Florida Strawberry Festival was a definite hit for the Tampa Bay area the first week of March, bringing us from fine arts to agriculture and performances from critically acclaimed entertainment. The festival was a perfect outing for
MOTOWN THE MUSICAL The Straz Center brought Tampa Bay’s broadway fanatics, Motown the musical. The record-breaking musical tells the true story of Motown’s founder Berry Gordy who was responsible for launching the careers of Smokey Robinson, the late Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross & many others. The story was wholeheartedly touching, the production was spectacular and the performance given by the cast was both beautiful and unforgettable. On March 20, The Florida Orchestra left a magnificent impression on everyone in the audience, including us! The music director, Michael Francis, wonderfully and intimately conducted the works from R. Strauss, Barber and ended the evening with Mahler, which featured a lovely soprano finale. Know of a Not-To-Be Missed Event? Do Tell!
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WHAT’S HAPPENING TAMPA! APRIL 2015 APR 1 / THE AUSTRALIAN BEE GEES Ruth Eckerd Hall / 8 PM / RuthEckerdHall.com APR 4 / GEORGE LOPEZ Ruth Eckerd Hall / 8 PM / RuthEckerdHall.com APR 4-26 / BUSCH GARDENS FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL Busch Gardens / Various Times / BuschGardens.com APR 8 / MICHAEL BOLTON Capitol Theater / 8 PM / RuthEckerdHall.com APR 10 / DIANA KRALL Ruth Eckerd Hall / 7:30 PM / RuthEckerdHall.com APR 10-12 / THE ORIGINAL TAMPA BAY BLUES FESTIVAL Vinoy Park / Various Times / TampaBayBluesFest.com APR 11 / BEST OF TAMPA BAY 2015 Morsani Hall / 7 PM / StrazCenter.org APR 14-19 / PIPPIN Straz Center of Performing Arts / Various Times / StrazCenter.org APR 15 / CHRIS BOTTI Ruth Eckerd Hall / 7:30 PM / RuthEckerdHall.com APR 15 / THE WHO Amalie Arena / 7:30 PM / AmalieArena.com APR 17 / SCHEHERAZADE THE FLORIDA ORCHESTRA Ferfuson Hall / 8 PM / StrazCenter.org APR 18 / JIMMY BUFFETT MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheater/ 7 PM / MidCenter.com APR 19 / PETER HOOK AND THE LIGHT Straz Center of Performing Arts / StrazCenter.org APR 22 / BOB DYLAN Ruth Eckerd Hall / 8 PM / RuthEckerdHall.com APR 23 / MYTHBUSTERS Morsani Hall / 7:30 PM / StrazCenter.org APR 24 / 98ROCKFEST Amalie Arena / 6 PM / AmalieArena.com APR 24 / PATEL CONSERVATORY SPRING JAZZ JAM TECO Theater / 6:30 PM / StrazCenter.org APR 24-26 / ONE MAN STAR WARS TRILOGY Jaeb Theater / Various Times / StrazCenter.org APR 25 / CELTIC WOMAN Morsani Hall / 7:30 PM / StrazCenter.org APR 28 / PARAMORE: WRITING THE FUTURE Ruth Eckerd Hall / 8 PM / RuthEckerdHall.com More events at TampaStyleMagazine.com
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
(16.8%) acids. It is this unusual composition that offer these health and beauty benefits. Some may argue that saturated fats are harmful to one’s health, but let’s take a closer look: coconut oil contains so-called medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) – which are fatty acids of a medium length. These said triglycerides go straight to the liver from the digestive tract, where they are used as a quick source energy or turned into so-called ketone bodies. These ketone bodies can have therapeutic effects on brain disorders like epilepsy and Alzheimer’s. The key composition of lauric acid in coconut oil kills bacteria, acid, and other fungi. The scientific study is being practiced around the country for dental patients to better their oral health. This is known as Oil Pulling. The patients use coconut oil as mouth wash which is proven to whiten teeth, freshen breath, kill bacteria in the mouth and promote overall better oral health.
“Coconut oil can be used to better hair, skin, and even act as a sunscreen.”
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THE COCO The Wonders of Coconut Oil By Christina Nicholson
There always seems to be a new trend going around in health, fitness, and dieting. We’ve all experienced the fat-free, gluten free, and juicing phases. But one new discovery may stick around: the miracles of coconut oil! The coconut oil trend stands out among the others due to the dozens of multi use benefits. What can this miraculous coconut oil actually do? It is known to aid in fat loss and better brain function, improve oral health, and act as an all in one beauty enhancer just to name a few.
If that isn’t believable enough, consider the populations that consume coconut for most of their caloric intake, such as the Tokelauans in the South Pacific. The Tokelauans are known to have outstanding health and no documented evidence of heart disease! Coconut is considered one of the world’s “superfoods.” A superfood is defined as a nutrient-rich food considered to be especially beneficial for health and well-being, which the Tokelauans already discovered. Coconut oil can also be used topically as an overall cosmetic and beauty product in addition to all of the internal health benefits. Coconut oil is used to improve hair and skin, and even acts as a sunscreen. Shine and restoration can be added to the hair with a pea size drop of coconut oil applied to freshly washed wet hair. We have all witnessed the health, fitness and beauty fads that come and go. With the research and science to back up the multi purposes of coconut oil, it’s no wonder why the popularity of coconut oil is continuing to grow!
Coconut oil is the most known to man saturated fat consisting of 90% fatty acids. Like all fats, coconut oil is a blend of fatty acids. Coconut oil contains an unusual blend of short and medium chain fatty acids, primarily lauric (44%) and myristic
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
DRINK YOUR WAY TO
A HEALTHIER
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The Benefits of Tea By Christina Nicholson
Aside from water, tea has been the world’s most consumed beverage for the past 5,000 years. Nearly 6 billion pounds of tea are harvested each year. Whether you prefer having your cold tea during the summer months, or the hot tea to warm you up during those winter months, the benefits are all still bountiful with either choice.
Out of thousands of different types of tea, they can all be broken down into these four groups. The four major tea groups: white tea, green tea, oolong tea, and black tea. No matter what type of tea you choose, there are the benefits that other beverages just cannot compare. Here are some specific benefits: Tea contains antioxidants which protects your body from aging and the harmful effects of pollution. Tea also contains less caffeine than a cup of coffee. An 8 oz cup of coffee can have 135 mg of caffeine while tea contains 30 to 40 mg per cup, and avoids giving you the jitters, headaches, and does not interfere with sleep. Not to mention the 0 calories! One soft drink of soda or coffee can have up to 250 calories per serving. Once switching from coffee to tea you will notice you feel no crash as an aftereffect. Tea also protests against heart attack and stroke. Drinking tea keeps your arteries smooth and clog-free. In addition to protecting against
disease, it also strengthens your bones. Another major benefit, tea can actually speed up your metabolism! It can speed up your metabolic rate and have the ability to make you lose weight and burn calories faster.
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blood. In addition to being a fat burner this type of tea also contains niacin which acts as a detox and can prevent tooth decay. Black tea is the most highly caffeinated tea. This type of teac consists of thearubigins and theaflavins, two antioxidants that are linked to lowering cholesterol levels! Green tea is the most popular tea. This tea contains catechins, yet another antioxidant. This compound has been researched to prevent cancer and heart disease. White tea is similar to green tea, it contains catechins the same antioxidant to help fight cancer and cardiovascular disease. No matter which cup of tea you prefer, we can all agree that tea is a healthier alternative than the popular soft drinks, sugar filled juices, and coffee filled with cream.
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LUXURYESSENTIALS 1. APPLE WATCH The new Apple Watch is an experience from the wrist up. An incredibly precise timepiece, the watch keeps time within 50 milliseconds of the definitive global time standard and can automatically adjust to the local time when you travel. The Activity app shows your progress at a glance and there’s also a separate Workout app for dedicated cardio sessions and is even waterproof. With Apple pay, you can buy coffee, groceries, and more right from your wrist. The watch reflects a wide range of stylistic preferences, so feel free to choose from one of three distinct collections: the Watch, the Watch Sport, or the Watch Edition. Prices start at $349 / Available at apple.com
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3. YOGITOES MAT TOWEL, MOONSTONE EARTH Made with absorbent fabric to prevent slipping on wet surfaces mid workout. Eco-friendly silicone nubs on the bottom of the towel provides slip-free traction. Use alone or place on your rubber mat for slip protection during heated yoga practices. This towel is best for Yoga and studio workouts. $64 Available at yogitoes.com 4. NIKE VAPOR FLASH RUNNING ARMBAND This armband is designed with reflective detailing that stands out in low-light training. The water resistant pocket protects your smart phone against moisture. Includes clear window provides touchscreen compatibility and screen protection. Armband is compatible with iPhone 5, 5c, and 5s. $35 Available at nike.com
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Ready to see the world a little differently? Try the view from upside-down on an inversion table. Many people are buckling in their feet and taking the plunge to not only get a new perspective on life (literally), but to also reduce lower back pain, stimulate circulation and lymphatic fluids, ease stress, improve joint health and increase flexibility. Used as part of a holistic approach to natural healing, inversion therapy could be your next wellness trend obsession. You’ve probably heard about the benefits of inverted poses in your last yoga class, but maybe it turned out doing handstands isn’t as easy as your instructor previously claimed. Enter the inversion table. A gentler way to angle your heart above your head, inversion tables are an easy-to-use tool for stress-relieving decompression therapy. Ever wonder why you feel shorter at night than in the morning? Because you actually are! Throughout the day gravity and weight bearing activities compress your spinal discs, causing them to release moisture and decrease flexibility. This causes the average person to lose half-an-inch to three-fourths-of-an-inch of height over the course of a day. Not only does this shorten your body, it also pinches the spinal nerves causing lower back pain. Inversion therapy slowly releases the pressure on your spinal discs (called applying traction), allowing them to rehydrate to full size, thus reversing the effects of gravity on your height. This also opens up the exit passageway for the nerves to the spinal column, releasing those pesky pinched nerves. With hydrated discs comes nourished cartilage, enhancing the natural shock absorption in your joints. Additionally, going upside-down stretches your back, increasing flexibility and ligament strength. Adding movement to the gentle inversions can also stimulate the lymphatic system, known for its defense function in the immune system. Lymphatic fluids filter waste products from the blood but
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“WITH HYDRATED DISCS COMES NOURISHED CARTILAGE, ENHANCING THE NATURAL SHOCK ABSORPTION IN YOUR JOINTS.� have no built-in pump for doing so. Adding oscillations to your inversion therapy routine creates a pumping action around the spinal discs forcing waste out and drawing new fluid in. What this means for your body is better recovery from training and other stressful actions your body endures. Knowing the benefits of inversion therapy is just the first step. Now you must begin a routine by strapping into an inversion table and angling yourself horizontal for one minute, or until your blood flow is able to adapt to the change. Push back no lower
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than 45 degrees for the first week, breathing deeply for one to two minutes. You can also raise your hands above your head to create deeper spinal traction. Raise back up to a 25 degree angle until you can rest there for five minutes. Doing this twice a day will help your body quickly grow accustomed to the new perspective. After the first week, increase your angle by 10 to 20 degrees per week until you are comfortable with an angle between 60 and 90 degrees for one to five minutes. Always remember to use gentle movement when lowering down or pulling up.
Easing into seeing the world upside down will help you to avoid the downsides and just experience the upsides of inversion therapy. Like most things in life, inversion therapy is not universally beneficial to everyone. Because your heartbeat slows and blood pressure increases while inverted, it is not recommended for people with heart disease, high blood pressure, glaucoma, or acid reflux. You should always consult a doctor before beginning an inversion therapy routine.
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questionnaires measured variables from four different psychological theories: the fear-avoidance model, the common sense model, expectancy theory, and social-cognitive theory.
“The majority of physical diseases are caused by internal emotional factors”
The results suggest that positive patients are more likely to feel in control of their symptoms and therefore tend to experience less back-related disability during their acupuncture treatment. From the study, two thirds of the variance in disability was due to the measured psychological variables. So, how can you be a “Positive Patient?” Try these steps below: 1. Believe in the benefits of your program. Try to leave skepticism at the door and approach your treatment as a positive opportunity that will follow through with the expected benefits. With minimal risks involved, acupuncture therapy can only help your situation.
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2. Trust your acupuncture therapist. As a trained professional, your therapist understands your problems and knows the best treatment for optimum results. Establishing a relationship with your therapist over the course of your program increases the positive vibes associated with going to get treatment. 3. Understand your pain. Knowing your body and its pain responses is important to feeling in control of pain management. Try to be less emotional about your pain; cope with your disability and actively find solutions to your underlying problems. This will put rational control into your own hands and allow you to shape your treatment to meet your needs. 4. Educate yourself. To understand the expected benefits of your acupuncture treatment, do plenty of research on the topic. Talk with your therapist so you know what to expect. Based on the results from this research, new studies are exploring whether integrating acupuncture with psychological interventions targeting illness and self-perceptions can improve patient outcomes. Talk with your therapist to see what new research can be incorporated into your treatment program. Introducing psychotherapy to your routine expands the benefits of acupuncture to include stress, anxiety, and depression reduction. Plus, the benefits will last longer and you will eventually find faster optimal relief.
The success of your acupuncture program depends not
If anything, this study proves positive thinking aids healing because of the strong link between the physical body and psychological functions. CNN recently suggested different ways to think yourself well, which included catching and reframing your thoughts and getting rid of fear. Simple steps like these, paired with a physical component (acupuncture, exercise, inversion therapy), can be the missing piece in your wellness regimen.
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CELEBRITY SOUP
"IT CHANGES THE WAY YOU WALK,
THE WAY YOU SIT,
THE WAY YOU THINK..."
LOSING WEIGHT TO GAIN A ROLE Stars who drastically changed their body shape for a movie role By Riesa Pascal
As if money and fame weren’t enough,
most of Hollywood’s hottest stars are also known for having amazing figures too. As much as
they would like us to believe it’s all in their genes, however, most of them—like the rest of us—actually have to work hard to look that good. Fortunately for those of us who aren’t famous movie stars, most of our diets come from vanity or health concerns as opposed to the need to secure a job and more importantly, to keep it! Unlike the following celebs, we’re also not typically on a time crunch when it comes to our diets and weight loss needs. From personal trainers and private chefs to fad diets and starvation, here are celebs who are known to have gone through drastic diets in order to play a particular movie role."
CHRISTIAN BALE, “THE MACHINIST” For his role in 2004’s “The Machinist,” Christian Bale famously lost
later, Bale proved yet again that he’s willing to do whatever it takes in
63 pounds by reportedly living on just a cup of coffee, an apple and a
the name of a good movie role. For the 2006 movie “Rescue Dawn,”
single can of tuna each day for more than four months before filming
the actor dropped 55 pounds to play a captive U.S. fighter pilot. Then
began. The diet was the equivalent of about 275 calories a day and
in 2010, Bale was back at it a third time when he shed weight once
reduced the actor’s weight to an astonishing 120 pounds. Two years
again to play a drug addict in “The Fighter.”
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MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY,
JAKE GYLLENHAAL,
“DALLAS BUYERS CLUB”
“DALLAS BUYERS CLUB”
“NIGHTCRAWLER”
One of Hollywood’s most talked about
Leto wasn’t the only star to drop weight for
Just three years after an impressive packing
weight loss stories is Jared Leto’s for his role
“Dallas Buyers Club.” Co-star Matthew
on of muscle to play the title role in “Prince
in 2013’s “Dallas Buyers Club.” In order
McConaughey also dropped a shocking 47
of Persia,” Jake Gyllenhaal once again made
to play a transvestite alongside Matthew
pounds for his lead role as a man diagnosed
a drastic change to his body shape for a
McConaughey, the already slim actor-singer
with HIV. In order to shed the weight, the
movie role. For 2014’s “Nightcrawler,” the
had to shed 40 pounds. According to an
usually beefy “Magic Mike” actor survived
actor lost a startling 30 pounds to play an
interview at the film premiere after-party, Leto
on mostly Diet Coke, egg weights and a piece
underground crime-scene videographer. In
reportedly managed to lose all the weight by
of chicken a day. The bizarre diet helped
an interview with E! News, Gyllenhaal spoke
basically not eating. “It wasn’t an easy thing
the actor slim down to just 135 pounds. “I
about his mom’s concern once he started to
to do,” he said. “It was 30 or 40 pounds.
lived like a bit of a hermit for four months,”
become skin and bones. “She knows that I’m
After a while I stopped counting.” Ultimately
he said. “I was eating decent meals, just
a big boy and I could handle myself and that
Leto’s dropped his weight to an astonishing
small amounts and I didn’t go outside when
I would stay within the realm of being safe,
114 pounds for the award-winning role. “It
the sun was out because I had to be pale.”
but yes, she worried,” he said. “She’d be like,
changes the way you walk, the way you sit, the
Once filming was over, the actor said his first
‘You’re cranky—eat something.’” Fortunately,
way you think,” he said. Of course this isn’t
meal request was a cheeseburger with “extra
the actor is looking much healthier (and
the first time Leto has changed his body shape
mayo, extra jalapenos, extra dill pickles and
muscular!) these days as he’s packed on 14
for a movie role. In the past, he packed on
extra ketchup.” No doubt that was the tastiest
additional pounds of pure muscle mass on
a whopping 67-pounds for the film “Chapter
burger of his life!
top of his normal weight for his forthcoming
JARED LETO,
27,” which eventually led to the actor being
boxing movie, “Southpaw.” According to
diagnosed with gout. Yikes!
director Antoine Fuqua, Gyllenhaal would be in the boxing ring seven days a week in preparation for the role, with a six-hours-aday training routine.
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BEYONCÉ,
NATALIE PORTMAN,
ANNE HATHAWAY,
“DREAMGIRLS”
“BLACK SWAN”
“LES MISÉRABLES”
Of course men aren’t the celebrities willing to
In order to portray a ballerina in 2010’s
To play the part of Fantine in 2012’s “Les
do whatever it takes for a coveted role. For her
“Black Swan,” Natalie Portman had to lose 20
Misérables,” Anne Hathaway had to convince
dream part in 2006’s “Dreamgirls,” Beyoncé
pounds of her already petite frame. Portman
moviegoers that her character was close to
made headlines when she lost an amazing 20
shed the weight by training up to eight hours
starvation and death. She might have taken
pounds in just two short weeks. In order to
a day. “I think it was just the physicality of it
the role a little too literally though as the
ditch the weight in such a small time frame,
all that was the most extreme,” she told Us
actress went about losing weight by putting
the singer-actor turned to the Master Cleanse
Weekly of preparing for the film. “I mean
herself on a starvation diet. “I went at it with
Diet. Often referred to as one of the most
I had never gotten that much training -- to
a plan and I had a guide, a nutritionist kind of
extreme detox plans, followers of the Master
be doing five to eight hours a day of it was
helped me with it,” the actress said. Hathaway
Cleanse survive on a liquid diet of hot water,
really a challenge.” The drastic physical
lost 10 pounds in three weeks before filming
lemon juice, maple syrup and cayenne pepper
transformation appears to have been worth
for the musical began and then lost an
for 10 days. “Normally they’d just change
it as the star went on to win the Best Actress
additional 15 pounds during production.
your makeup or your clothes, but I wanted to
Oscar for her lead role in the film. Portman’s
In order to look properly emaciated and
go the extra mile,” Beyoncé told China Daily.
co-star Mila Kunis also dieted down to a tiny
consumptive, Hathaway revealed that she ate
“Back in the sixties, models like Twiggy were
95 pounds for her role in as a rival ballerina.
nothing but two thin squares of dried oatmeal
popular and I knew Deena would have been
After production, the actress regained the lost
paste a day. Yummy!
thin then, so even though I love eating, it was
weight, but reportedly struggled to get her
necessary to lose weight really fast because we
curves back. Hopefully five years of normal
shot Deena at 36 and then Deena at 16 two
eating and a recent pregnancy have helped in
weeks later.”
that department!
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DON’T MISS THE BEAT
SAM SMITH The New Classic By Courtney Caggiano
After the world fell in love with his somber single, “Stay with Me,” Sam Smith found himself transformed from a singer of jazzy tunes to a self-possessed hitmaker. Now, after winning four top Grammy awards including “Song of the Year,” Smith is assuring the world that he is music’s new classic.
For the past few years, the vocal pop charts seemed to have been dominated by the ladies of the UK—from the incomparable Amy Winehouse to the groundbreaking Adele, England has had no shortage of female music icons. However, with his velvety vocals and legend-inthe-making status, Smith has turned the tables on critics and fans alike, proving that pop music is not just a ladies’ game.
With his second single, “Money on My Mind,” Smith confirmed that he is well-versed in pop music of the present, eager to please fans with current music that would fit in flawlessly with today’s contemporary hits, but there was still something about Smith’s repertoire that separated him from the rest of the singers with albums on the charts. Smith’s songs hearken back to the simplicity that once defined pop music years ago; when it comes to the instrumentation of his hit singles, less is most definitely more. His tracks feature limited musicality, which allows the focus of his music to be right where it should be: on the song.
Smith first gained attention in 2012 when he was featured on the Disclosure song, “Latch,” and soon after released his own single, “Lay Me Down,” in early 2013. His vocals immediately captured the interest of UK listeners, and his debut studio album, In the Lonely Hour, was released in May 2014 to high praise and critical acclaim internationally.
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Lonely Hour, a feature that is evocative of pop standards from artists such as Frank Sinatra and even Patsy Cline–combined with Smith’s contemporary taste, of course. For Smith, however, classic pop songs gain their strength from universal emotion as well as a striking vocal performance. The young singer hopes to bring a sense of honest reflection to his music, aiming to sing songs for his audience, not just to his audience. The immediate success of In the Lonely Hour was due in part to Smith’s haunting—and hauntingly true—stories of unrequited love, perhaps equal in part to his debonair vocal styling rare in a man of 22 years. With a voice strengthened by a broken heart, Smith has topped the charts with the hits from In the Lonely Hour, which was one of only two albums from 2014 to go platinum. However, it was his single, “Stay with Me” that confidently threw Smith into the running for award after award, as well as into the limelight of worldwide fame. The song remained on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart for 43 weeks, taking Smith’s album to sales of 1.2 million copies.
This emphasis on the essence of the song adds a classic element to Smith’s soon-to-be iconic style. Surrounded by strong melodies and musical minimalism, Smith’s vocals become spotlighted in each track on In the
At the 57th Grammy Awards, Smith took home four awards, adding his name to the list of winners for the coveted Best New Artist category. He also received the honors of Song of the Year and Record of the Year for “Stay with Me,” and Best Pop Vocal Album for In the Lonely Hour. Smith was definitely the main event of the night, and “Stay with Me” received attention from old and new fans, to accompany the critical praise it achieved throughout the year. Midway through the award ceremony, Smith performed the song of the night with Mary J. Blige, complete with strings and a choir.
Songs such as “Stay with Me” are just the beginning of Smith’s classic status; the artist finds his style and appearance to have similar importance in defining his career. A fan of clean-cut looks of the mid-century culture, Smith styles himself in timeless pieces that could remain iconic for decades, rather than changing trends that ride the endless waves of fashion. One of the more interesting aspects of Smith that could perhaps be seen as paradoxical to his somewhat traditional style is his determined effort to remain himself, without concern for how well he will be received. When speaking of his debut album after his Grammy wins, Smith told the audience, “Before I made this record I was doing everything to try and get my music heard… I tried to lose weight and I was making awful music. It was only until I started to be myself that the music started to flow and people started to listen.” Smith is unabashedly himself, and with more chart-toppers like “Stay with Me” upon his horizon, he is sure to remain an instant classic, even if he may be a twist on the word.
"THIS EMPHASIS ON THE ESSENCE OF THE SONG ADDS A CLASSIC ELEMENT TO SMITH'S SOONTO-BE ICONIC STYLE."
DON’T MISS THE BEAT - Get ready to fill those playlists. Check out this list of albums to watch out for this month.
Halestorm Album: Into the Wild Life
Marina and the Diamonds Album: Froot
All Time Low Album: Future Hearts
Mew Album: + -
Matt & Kim Album: New Glow
Passion Pit Album: Kindred
TOYS
e-tron
Introducing the All New Electric Audi R8
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“Audi produces the high-voltage battery itself, for the first time based on a newly developed lithium-ion technology which was specially conceived for a purely electric vehicle drive.”
The second generation of the Audi R8
with an energy density that has been increased from 84
forms the basis for two more models. Audi has made major engineering
Wh/kg to 154 Wh/kg and some other modifications to
developments in its high-performance electric sports car, the R8 e-tron. The latest evolution of the vehicle takes up the multimaterial
the car. The electrically powered high-performance sports car has the Combined Charging System (CCS) on board,
Audi Space Frame from the new series-production model.
which allows charging with direct and alternating current.
The supporting structure was enhanced by a CFRP rear-
in significantly less than two hours.
section module comprising the luggage compartment. The walls of the CFRP luggage compartment well are corrugated. This way, in the event of a rear-end collision, more energy can be absorbed despite the reduced material
Using this system, it is possible to fully charge the battery
The power is now twice 170 kW and the maximum torque twice 460 Nm (339.3 lb-ft). The R8 e-tron accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 3.9 seconds on its way to an
weight.
electronically restricted top speed of 210 km/h (130.5 mph)
Thanks to targeted modifications to the outer shell and on
and an electromechanical brake system enable high energy
or 250 km/h (155.3 mph). Intelligent energy management
the wheels, the Audi R8 e‑tron achieves an aerodynamic drag coefficient (cd) value of 0.28. In terms of performance
recuperation rates. Targeted torque vectoring – needsbased distribution of power transmission between the rear
and range, the car enters entirely new dimensions.
wheels – ensures maximum stability and dynamism.
The large T-shaped battery is structurally integrated into
Audi uses the electrical high-performance sports car
the center tunnel and behind the occupant cell – optimally positioned in the car. It supports the dynamics of the R8 e-tron with its low center of gravity. Audi produces the high-voltage battery itself, for the first time based on a newly developed lithium-ion technology which was
primarily as a mobile high-tech laboratory. Accordingly, the findings from the R8 e-tron help in creating a vehicle with a sedan character. Upon customer request, the R8 e-tron will be available for order in 2015 as an electrically powered sports car in supreme hand-built quality.
specially conceived for a purely electric vehicle drive. In comparison to the first technology platform, the battery capacity has grown from 49 kWh to approximately 92 kWh. This progress was possible without changing the package. The R8 e-tron achieves an electric range of 450 kilometers (279.6 mi) instead of a previous 215 kilometers (133.6 mi)
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Engine: Electric HP: 456 hp 0-62 mph: 3.9 seconds Torque: 679 lb-ft
BARFLY
FIVE
COCKTAILS UNDER 150 CALORIES By Kourtney Destefano
After a long, stressful day at work, there’s nothing
Bloody Mary / Serves 1
better than kicking back and relaxing with a drink. Whether it’s grabbing a few cosmos with the girls or enjoying an aperitif before dinner, a yummy cocktail is the ideal way to unwind...until you check out the calorie count! Mixed drinks are brimming with syrups, sugars, and other diet-blowing extras. Avoid the detrimental happy hour calories with these easy-to-prepare cocktails, all 150 calories or less. These skinny drinks still pack a flavorful punch!
The spicy brunch staple is only 76 calories per serving with this easy recipe. Ingredients Celery salt | 1 Lemon wedge | 1 Lime wedge | 2 oz Premium Vodka 4 oz Tomato juice | 2 dashes Tabasco Sauce | 2 tsp Prepared horseradish 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce | 1 pinch Celery salt | 1 pinch Ground black pepper | 1 pinch Smoked paprika | celery stalk and lime wedge
Pimm’s Cup / Serves 1 This unique cocktail, which started as an English summer drink and is popular at Wimbledon, is perfect for a party or gettogether.
Preparation Pour some celery salt onto a small plate. Rub the juicy side of the lemon or lime wedge along the lip of a pint glass. Roll the outer edge of the glass in celery salt until fully coated. Fill with ice and set aside. Squeeze the lemon and lime wedges into a shaker and drop them in. Add the remaining ingredients and fill with ice. Shake gently and strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with a celery stalk and a lime wedge.
Ingredients 1/2-inch thick English cucumber wheel | 1/2-inch thick lemon wheel | 2 ounces Pimm’s No. 1 | 4 ounces ginger ale | lemon twist Preparation Fill glasses with ice cubes. | Pour 2 oz. of Pimm’s into glass. | Follow with Ginger Ale stirring to combine. | Garnish with 1 lemon wheel or lemon twist and 1 cucumber wheel. 58
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Randarita / Serves 1 This signature mixed drink concocted by country singer Miranda Lambert is both low maintenance and low calorie.
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Ingredients 1 shot (1 oz) vodka | 1 bottle (16 oz) water | 1 packet Crystal Light On The Go Raspberry Lemonade Mix | 1 splash diet carbonated lemon-lime soda Preparation In a 12-oz glass, add ice and vodka. | Add Crystal Light Raspberry Lemonade to bottled water and shake to mix. | Pour half of the mixture into the glass, leaving one inch of space. | Add a splash of soda and a straw.
Old Fashioned Serves 1 For dark liquor fans, indulge in this classic American cocktail without breaking your diet. Ingredients ½ teaspoon granulated sugar | 2 dashes Angostura bitters | 2 ounces bourbon | ½ teaspoon water | 1 twist of lemon peel Preparation In a whiskey glass, add sugar and bitters. | Add bourbon and stir with a small bar spoon until sugar dissolves. | Fill glass with ice and a splash of water. | Stir once more and garnish with a lemon peel twist.
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
Cucumber Melon Sangria Serves 6 Skip the extra sugar in this refreshing white sangria recipe full of fresh fruit and deliciousness.
“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.
Ingredients 1 750mL bottle of Sauvignon blanc, dry Riesling, or other white wine | ½ cup dry vermouth | 2 cups diced honeydew melon | 1 cup diced cucumber | ½ cup torn fresh basil leaves | 1 cup chilled plain seltzer Preparation Combine wine, vermouth, melon, cucumber, and basil in a large pitcher. | Refrigerate until cold, around 4 hours. | Just before serving, stir in seltzer. | Serve over ice. 4012 Central Florida Pkwy. orlando, Fl 32837 | www.normans.com
STYLE
Long Shirt Dress: Rag & Bone | Zip-Front Cape Coat: Derek Lam | Small East West Depeche Clutch: 3.1 Phillip Lim
Dress: MADE x Macys | Belt: Saint Laurent | Bag: Valentino Sunnies: Celine | Hat: Lack of Color
Shoes: Chloe Pants: Vince | Shirt: A.L.C. | Sunnies: Thierry Lasry | Hat: Rag & Bone | Necklace: Lanvin | Ring: Samira13 Jewelry | Small East West Depeche Clutch: 3.1 Phillip Lim
Weekend Warrior Conquering the Weekend Getaway By Diane Zeise Photography by Matt Petran & Jones Crow | All photos courtesy of PeaceloveShea.com
It’s April 1st.
You’re four months into 2015 and you’re itching for some time away from your day-to-day routine. Maybe it’s a quick flight away or a staycation a few miles up the coast; either way, you’re already thinking about what
you’ll wear on your mini vacay. Planning ahead isn’t always easy but it’s a short trip. Bringing simple essentials that take you from brunch to a walk on the beach or sightseeing in the city and cutting back on shoes, sunnies and bags will help you save some space and conserve time that’s better spent on exploration and relaxation.
THE WEEKENDER EDIT - We’ve got you covered with our top style edits for your next vacay.
Seychelles: Perfect Match Wedge | $100 revolveclothing.com
Rag & Bone: Floppy Brim Fedora | $195 | fwrd.com
Marissa Webb: Frida Eyelet Mini Dress | $445 | intermixonline.com
Jay Godfrey: Cut Out Romper $325 | intermixonline.com
Marc By Marc Jacobs: Too Hot to Handle Bentley | $498 revolveclothing.com
Salvatore Ferragamo: Buckle Collectionacetate | $345 buckle.ferragamo.com
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Dress: A.L.C. | Bracelets: Mizuki | Rings: XIV Karats
The weatherman is reporting endless sun and you’re excitedly packing your entire collection of designer sunglasses, sandals and hats. Stop! You don’t have enough time or space and you’re definitely not going to wear six hats, twelve pairs of sunglasses and thirty-two pairs of shoes. Limit yourself to two of each, keeping in mind where you’re going, how far you’ll be walking and how often you’ll be outside. When it comes to your shoes, pick one practical pair of heels or wedges if you can’t live without the height, and make your second pick a practical, cute pair of walking shoes, whether it’s a simple trainer or a sleek sandal.
Joie: San Remo Sandal | $145 revolveclothing.com
Kiki De Montparnasse: Old Man Hat | $468 | fwrd.com
Jumper: Stone Cold Fox | Hat: Lack of Color | Bag: Valentino Sunnies: Celine | Necklace: XIV Karats
Think versatility and breathability when it comes to clothes. If you’re going to be moving from outside to inside throughout the day, simple dresses and jumpers are great staples for trips. Both can be worn over your favorite swimsuit for a walk to the beach and paired later with the heels you brought for a quick bite to eat. Choose natural fabrics like cotton and linen that are lightweight and breathe more easily than nylon and polyester. When deciding on a bag or purse to carry while on your trip, think of its uses. How much do you need to bring with you? If you’re planning on bringing a phone, camera, water,
Helmut Lang: Opposing Opacity Crop Top | $220 intermixonline.com
Derek Lam: 10 Crosby WideLeg Trouser: White | $395 intermixonline.com
Sunnies: Ferragamo | Watch: Ferragamo | Jumper: A.L.C. | Bag: Valentino | Shoes: Chloe
wallet and other things, consider a larger tote or purse. Don’t neglect those with shoulder straps, either. The last thing you need to think about when you’re running from the beach to shopping to happy hour is keeping track of a clutch or a handheld tote. A crossbody also frees your hands up for a snack or drink on the go, and souvenirs and selfies for your Instagram update later on. You don’t need to pack much to look stylish while you’re away. Think less so you can do more. And if you still need some help deciding what to bring and what to leave, check out our ‘Weekender Edit’ below.
Marc By Marc Jacobs: Washed Up Mini Nash Bag | $298 revolveclothing.com
Mr.: Parker Backpack | $395 revolveclothing.com
TRAVEL â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;N STYLE
Escape to St. Pete Beach By Cathleen K. Bode
Hotel Zamora Rooftop Bar
Hotel Zamora Pool Terrace
Hotel Zamora Spacious Suite
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TRAVEL ‘N STYLE
With one of the most vibrant beach communities in Florida, St. Pete Beach is a lush paradise of white sand shorelines and Spanishinspired culture. Less than 30 minutes from Tampa and 90 minutes from Orlando, this beach paradise is an easy destination for a weekend away or a weeklong spring spree.
No matter how you plan to spend your St. Pete vacation, be sure to stay at the luxurious Hotel Zamora. From an exterior view, The Hotel Zamora gives the appearance of a palace somewhere on the Mediterranean coast. Whitewashed walls and Spanish architecture welcome you to an energizing escape where classic trends of the past meet modern elegance. As the first new hotel to be built in years, The Zamora captures the legendary history of early Florida while inviting you to explore all the contemporary excitement of today’s St. Pete. A step inside this coastal castle takes guests on a Spanish-inspired getaway with a variety of amenities to suit any delight. With chic interiors that define St. Pete’s laid back environment, The Hotel Zamora creates a cool setting to lounge in style. Outside, an expansive pool partially covered by the patio ceiling provides guests with an opportunity to relax in the shade or soak up the sun, and the Hotel’s rooftop bar serves up amazing sunset views as well as delicious paella and sangrias. The Hotel’s indulgence continues into the large luxurious suites and guest rooms, many of which feature balconies that overlook the Gulf of Mexico or the Gulf Intercoastal Waterway. With spacious walk-in showers and bathtubs, paired with plush terry bathrobes, a stay at Hotel Zamora doubles as a relaxing spa retreat. Hotel Zamora’s Spanish flavor becomes even more tangible in the Castile Restaurant, a blend of exotic tastes and regional-inspired dishes. As you enter the restaurant’s inviting
Executive Chef Ted Dorsey
Castile Restaurant & Lounge
atmosphere, you will be whisked into a breezy bliss that harkens to a European sidewalk café coupled with the modern flair of a fine seaside grill. Specializing in cozy yet elegant indoor dining with a spacious terrace and breathtaking views of the Gulf Intercoastal Waterway, Castile offers contemporary cuisine that will take you on a delicious, cultural journey from Mediterranean Spain to the coasts of Mexico. Featuring locally sourced seafood and creative tapas, the restaurant is a great way for you to end your beach day with dinner prepared by St. Pete’s incomparable Chef Ted Dorsey and late night cocktails. Perhaps even begin your morning with an indulgent brunch, including decadent Bacon Butterscotch Beignets, Queso a la Plancha, and a Bloody Mary bar unlike any other, with toppings such as smoked chorizo, bacon, and even blue cheese. However you plan to spend your day outdoors, from an afternoon beach retreat to a romantic evening under the sunset, you can bring the delights of Hotel Zamora’s fine dining with you. With the Hotel’s Beach Butler service, you can have your own custom picnic basket prepared by the Castile Restaurant for your al fresco enjoyment. Even if you prefer to spend a night in with your loved one, Castile offers in-room bottle service upon request, with a variety of your favorite spirits and mixers to choose from. Discover more at TheHotelZamora.com. A perfect afternoon out is not complete without a stop at Locale Market, a one-ofa-kind culinary marketplace that provides customers with fresh produce, artisanal selections, and locally sourced seafood. As an innovation of James Beard Award-winning Chef Michael Mina and celebrated chef and author Don Pintabona, Locale Market is not only a delicious vacation outing, but also a gourmet-shopping destination.
Sangrias & Paella on the Rooftop
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TRAVEL ‘N STYLE Taking much inspiration from the local shopping and dining markets in Europe, Locale is an immersive marketplace that invites guests to choose from a wide variety of the finest meats, cheeses, fruits, vegetables, even the best sushi I’ve had in awhile, and of course nothing is complete without a great glass or bottle of wine! Also, you can enjoy and feel good to know that most ingredients come straight from the farm. While offering both everyday and indulgent products, Locale Market aims to provide customers with a myriad of choices that balance the necessity and creativity of cooking. Locale Market also includes a wine bar, a coffee bar, and a bakery that features dailyprepared treats and sweets.
boats. This experience is followed by a stop at the Shell Key wildlife preserve, which exposes the natural beauty of Florida’s uncharted territory. The Sunset on the Gulf Cruise takes passengers on a relaxing journey in the evening hours, revealing the golden glow of the Gulf at sunset. For those looking for a more daring outing, the private Egmont Key Adventure tour offers five hours filled with snorkeling, swimming, and meeting dolphins along the way. To book a boating adventure, visit: islandferry.homestead.com The fun continues at Fort De Soto Park, St. Petersburg’s largest natural park made up of five interconnected islands that are home to a diversity of interesting plants and wildlife. The park offers canoe and kayak rentals, which is the perfect way to explore the nature of Florida. Paddle alongside various types of fish and beautiful palms, and soak up the St. Pete sun in the peaceful, lush surroundings.
Locale Market’s artistic philosophy can be seen in the market’s beverage selection. The marketplace sources as many beverage choices from the local region as possible. Although Local Market will soon include products from over 75 small international breweries, it remains focused on showcasing beers brewed in the United States, as well as local brews from St. Petersburg, Tampa Bay, and even Central Florida.
St. Pete is not just a great place for adventure and fun in the sun; this fashion-forward city is well known for its exciting and artistic culture. One of the finest places to dive into the art world of St. Petersburg is the Dali Museum, an expertly curated collection full of works that span the complete years of Salvador Dali’s charismatic career. With 96 oil paintings, original drawings, prints, sculptures, and photos, this museum takes guests into the wild and creative mind of Spain’s most iconic surrealist. The building of the museum is a work of art itself with its simple yet geometric architecture, and it serves as a perfect canvas to display the dimensional and fantastical works of Dali.
If you wish to make your outing at Locale Market a dining experience, the FarmTable Kitchen is the perfect opportunity to enjoy all that Locale has to offer. With seasonally inspired dishes served up in farmto-table style, FarmTable Kitchen is a restaurant located above the market that allows guests to dine in a warm environment akin to a farmhouse kitchen. The menu combines Chef Mina’s California flair with Pintabona’s Italian sensibilities, all crafted from the finest ingredients from the market below and paired with locally brewed beers and choice wines. Guests can reserve seats Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings through Locale Market’s online reservation system.
Discover more at TheDali.org. End your day with local seafood fare at Snapper’s Sea Grill Restaurant, a popular spot for both St. Pete natives and tourists owned by a regional fisherman who prepares fresh-caught seafood right from the Gulf. Enjoy generous portions of seafood dishes and house-made desserts in a casual, relaxing atmosphere.
For more information, visit LocaleGourmetMarket.com and to reserve a seat at FarmTable Kitchen. You’re going to love it!
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On the beaches of St. Pete, recreation options are seemingly as endless as the ocean waves. Island Ferry Boat Tours specializes in taking vacationers and locals alike up close and personal with the all the excitement that the Gulf of Mexico waters hold.
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New Orleans isn’t just
the birthplace of jazz. It’s a culture and a lifestyle. It’s a magical city filled with creativity, beauty, soul and life. At least that’s what Irvin Mayfield would tell you if you asked him and this New Orleans-born and raised jazz artist definitely has the credentials to say so. For anyone who hasn’t had the pleasure of being introduced to the genius talent that is Irvin Mayfield, please allow me to help. With over a dozen albums to his credit, Mayfield is a Grammy award and Billboard Award winning trumpeter, bandleader, composer, arranger and recording artist. If Buddy Bolden is the founding father of Jazz, Irvin Mayfield is one of his brilliant, accomplished grandsons carrying on his tremendous legacy today. In a world so saturated with heavily produced, negative and oftentimes unoriginal music, Mayfield and his band are bringing something fresh and unique back to life on the airwaves. You don’t have to be a jazz enthusiast to appreciate Mayfield’s immense musical talent and fervent effort to remain true to this genre birthed straight out of the Big Easy over 100 years ago. “The magic of New Orleans is that it’s the only city in the world with its own unique culture, speech, dialect, dance and music. To be from there, to have that history and lineage is very interesting. From Louis Armstrong to Wynton Marsalis, think about all these folks being from this one little small place. There must be something pretty significant going on there for a place to birth that many different types of people and to continue to do it today.” - Irvin Mayfield On December 23rd of 1977, that city birthed a child that would soon become one of this generation’s most impressive, rapidly rising young jazz artist. From studying his first trumpet at the age of 9 and leading his first brass band at the age of 12 to recording his first album at the tender age of 20. Mayfield is a man who’s always on the go. His career is on the fast track to all-embracing success and if you blink then you’ll surely miss it. Mayfield is currently a professor at the University of New Orleans where he also serves as director of the New Orleans Jazz Institute. After being nominated to the National Council on the Arts by President George W. Bush, Mayfield was subsequently appointed to the post by President Barack Obama. As if that wasn’t enough to make your head spin, Mayfield also serves as the artistic director for the Minnesota Orchestra and is the founding director of the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, affectionately referred to as the NOJO. The NOJO has headlined all of America’s major performing arts venues and clubs and this February, Mayfield and the NOJO hit the road
yet again for their Spring East Coast Tour. The 19-piece orchestra brought the spirit of jazz out of New Orleans and spread their contagious vibes all around 12 cities spanning from Miami to Fairfield, Connecticut. It was during their tour stop in Tampa that I finally had the immeasurable joy of experiencing the talent, fun and craziness that is Irvin Mayfield and the NOJO for myself. On the evening of the concert, I took my seat at the David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts and prepared for what I was sure would be a great evening of quality music by Irvin Mayfield and the NOJO. What I wasn’t prepared for, however, was to have my whole world flipped upside down as I suddenly fell in love with jazz in a way I’d never experienced before. From first note to the last, you couldn’t help but to forget all the worries, cares and stresses of life as what happened on the stage before you commanded your attention. Not only is Mayfield a brilliant performer, he’s also an ingenious entertainer. In between serenading the crowd with powerful ballads and original
“THE MAGIC OF NEW ORLEANS IS THAT IT’S THE ONLY CITY IN THE WORLD WITH ITS OWN UNIQUE CULTURE, SPEECH, DIALECT, DANCE AND MUSIC.” tunes, hilarity would ensue as Mayfield would then turn right back around and have the entire theater in stitches with his storytelling and jokes. Despite him poking fun at every band member, it was undeniably clear that there was a special chemistry going on across that stage. There was a bond and presence of family there as tangible and strong as the deep, passionate love they share for the music they were creating. “Jazz is part of the everyday fabric here. If someone turns up to a birthday party with a tuba in New Orleans, that’s cool. That means that’s going to be a party. Even when you don’t play jazz, it’s ingrained in what you do and what you believe.” - Irvin Mayfield 67 TAMPASTYLEMAGAZINE.COM
During my own interview with Mayfield, I would often times suddenly find myself at the receiving end of all the question asking without even realizing it. In just a short conversation with this young man, his interest in people and love for life becomes immediately apparent. This transpires directly into his music and manifest itself even further in the way Mayfield leads his band. They may be called Irvin Mayfield and the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, but this group is clearly a team that doesn’t believe in “I.” The level of talent on that stage was remarkable, but even more remarkable was the lack of ego—a void only replaced by the all-encompassing love for their craft, which resonated throughout the group. From Michael Watson’s impassioned rendition of “What A Wonderful World” to Ricardo “Sugarbush” Pascal’s impressive and expressive interpretation of Stevie Wonder’s “The Secret Life of Plants” on the tenor saxophone. From original music and spectacular kazoo playing by Leon “Chocolate” Brown to an upbeat, swinging remix of Annie’s “Tomorrow” by James Williams. From the raw power that emanated from Ed “Sweetbread” Petersen’s tenor saxophone to all the other stunning solos that left the crowd in awe and applause. The entire evening was a true roller coaster of emotions from the high-energy of “Sweetbread on the Levees” to the moving original ballad “May His Soul Rest In Piece,” a touching tribute to Mayfield’s late father whom he lost in Hurricane Katrina. Having grown up in a musical family, I’ve always been surrounded by the tremendous versatility of music’s various forms and genres; however, what Mayfield brought to his performance was something beyond anything I had ever experienced in jazz. I had no idea I was in store for such a dynamic show with immeasurable laughs and an insatiable need to tap my foot along to each and every beat. From managing his New Orleans jazz club, Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, to recently releasing his second coffee table book, “Irvin Mayfield’s New Orleans Jazz Playhouse Handbook”—there is no shortage of activities keeping Mayfield busy today, yet there is still so much on the horizon for this rising star. Much like the Mayfield-led human train that danced through the Straz Center auditorium as the crowd jumped in and the NOJO performed their final song, “When the Saints Go Marching In,” Mayfield’s career has also been one long party train with a beautiful mix of all ages and races that have come together for the joint purpose of celebrating the magic and beauty of jazz.
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INSPIRATION By Ro Martinez
If you are stuck in a style rut, seek inspiration and bring out those forgotten pieces hanging in the back of your closet. Inspiration will help you discover a fresh approach and combine those pieces in ways you had not imagined. Stylish people take items from their closet and from others to put together unique outfits that are worthy of imitation. Try combining your favorite black leggings, your boyfriend’s white tank, a cropped military jacket, grandmother’s strand of pearls, and vintage lace-up boots to create a one-of-a-kind look. Not feeling creative? Look to family for inspiration the way Jessica Rios, the designer who dressed our model, does. Her special occasion dresses are elegant in feel, dramatic in
essence, and surprisingly affordable. She shared; “Family is important to me and my inspiration. Who I am is a big part of how I was raised. I was taught to love deeply, give openly, and laugh loudly by my mother. She is my true inspiration. I grew up learning from her and her family values and the value of having a trade. Seeing various fabrics around was always enjoyable to me, I love colors and textures.” Changing your wardrobe may inspire you to act, sing, dance, and dream. Can that oversized sweatshirt and jogging pants make you look fat? Yes, in fact, it can. Designer duds or not, illfitting clothing make you look sloppy and adds 72 TAMPASTYLEMAGAZINE.COM
bulk, doing nothing for your self-esteem. Look to the following for inspiration:
COLOR - Allow your favorite color to
influence your style choices; shades of blue can be paired with gauzy white or khaki for a relaxed nautical look worn on weekends.
FABRIC - Textures and patterns can break up a neutral palette; colorful silk pajama bottoms paired with a tailored black blazer and lacy camisole worn with sandals for a night on the town.
STYLE
FASHION SHOWS - Designers show their collections and share their vision on the runway. Study the silhouettes and accessories to motivate you to create your own runway look.
“We should not be asking ourselves, ‘Am I creative?’ But rather
MAGAZINES - Glossy fashion magazines stimulate the senses by giving
us photos of models in a variety of styles from vintage to mod. We can be encouraged to become our own stylist by taking in all that beauty.
‘What inspires me to create?’
MOVIES - Fashion stylists dress the stars in beautiful costumes to evoke an
Because aren’t we all born with
emotion in viewers. Incorporating some element into your look can improve your mood and make you feel like a star.
MUSIC - The lyrics and beat of salsa or other styles of music can inspire you to be daring in your style choices. Music is so powerful, it has been proven to change your mood with just one song.
STYLE BLOGS - The Internet is full of people blogging
about styles, trends, and anything related to fashion. Read several blogs and incorporate the ideas that work for your budget and lifestyle.
TRAVEL - Traveling to another country or reading about
foreign lands allows you to learn about different cultures and experience life from a different perspective. Different colors, textures, and patterns can motivate you to develop my favorite style, bohemian or boho, a well-traveled look and feel. Obtain inspiration from your surroundings — a popular movie, the ice cream flavor of the week or a recent vacation. Open your mind to possibilities and become aware of the endless opportunities to be inspired. Erin Rossit, publisher of M & V Magazine, said it best. “... We should not be asking ourselves, ‘Am I creative?’ but rather ‘What inspires me to create?’ Because aren’t we all born with an ability to be creative?” Listen to your inner voice of creativity. Do not squelch it because your mother told you bold colors bring attention to yourself. Tastefully add color to your wardrobe and pick up your mood instantly. The little black dress has a place in everyone’s wardrobe, but throw on a red dress like our model and trained dancer, Keanna, and you will feel energized. You are a product of your environment. The music you listen to, the foods you savor, the art you enjoy, and your roots have a profound influence on you and help shape your future. When designers are stimulated by their surroundings, they allow creativity to flow, becoming artists who see the human form as a blank canvas in need of self-expression. Become your own designer who gathers inspiration from your surroundings, heritage, and hobbies such as travel, food, art, and gardening. Being both the one inspired and the inspiration will create that feel good aha moment that some only dream about. Photos: www.angelamannphotography.com Hair and makeup: www.makeupandhairbymonique.com Dresses: www.allbrides2be.com
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It is easy to meet Francia Fusik, the founder of All in One Decorating Solutions. Just looking at the company’s logo, it says it all. Right above the company name is the universal symbol for OM, which is a sacred syllable uttered in many mantras of the Hindu religion. Although FRANCIA FUSIK is not of the Hindu Religion, when she launched All in One in 2006, she wanted the business to focus on unity and symmetryideals of which she feels the Om reflects . To her the Om is a symbol that suggest everything from the beginning to the end: it suggests balance and harmony. The business model of the Company reflects her spiritual and philosophical ideals.
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Wolfe-Rizor Interiors WRI started their firm in their kitchen in 1995. Rizor had just had her first baby and moved back to the area after working for CNN and Wolfe had just closed her hugely successful woman’s clothing store, Hattie’s, after 30 years. Both were looking for a new career and interior design was a perfect fit.” My mom has always been known for her style amongst other things and having grown up around that made interior design a perfect fit for the both of us ,” Rizor says.”It’s in our blood. We would design even if it wasn’t our business.” Since those days, they have done projects all over the United States and have been featured in numerous international and national publications including House Beautiful, Florida Design and Southern Accents among others.
Wolfe-Rizor Interiors has been creating internationally recognized interior spaces for the past 20 years. Abigail Rizor and Hattie Wolfe make up the dynamic mother-daughter duo of this Central Florida interior design firm. More than decorated rooms, Wolfe-Rizor is known for executing interior spaces designed to encompass a client’s unique lifestyle as well as setting the tone for elevated ambiance. They pride themselves on their attention to detail and luxury and above all making their client’s dream home a reality. The design firm specializes in high-end residential interiors . Whether new construction or a remodel , WRI wants every project to be unique to the client; that is why Wolfe-Rizor Interiors remains a boutique design firm to offer very individualized attention to the homeowners. “We not only want to create a beautiful home, but we want to make the design process fun,” says Wolfe.
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PIER 60 SUGAR SAND FESTIVAL By Alexis Minieri the Master Sand Sculpting Competition, which will allow visitors a chance to watch the masters at work.
Looking for something out of the ordinary to do this April while still being able to enjoy the usual summer fun activities that the Sunshine State has to offer, like frolicking in the ocean waves and gazing at a beachside sunset? Well, your friends at Tampa Style Magazine have done the searching for you.
The ten day sculpting festival includes a variety of free activities including sand sculpting clinics, speed sand demonstrations, a children’s play area, extended Sunsets at Pier 60 hours, fireworks and entertainment. Last year’s festival drew 30,000 visitors and is expected to attract even more guests this year.
The Sugar Sand Walk Exhibit at the 3rd Annual Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival will grace Clearwater Beach with its presence on April 17 through 26. The theme of this year’s festival is “Sugar Sand Tales.” One thousand tons of Clearwater sand will transform into an enchanted storyland, featuring classic fairy tales and modern day literary adventures, where reality and fantasy are brought to life.
Are you a fan of sandcastles? Well, Team Sandtastic loves them and they’re about to blow your minds by putting their skills to the test at this year’s Sugar Sand Festival in Clearwater Beach. Team Sandtastic is a professional sand sculpting company based out of Sarasota that has built displays all over the world. They have been a part of the Sugar Sand Festival since its conception in 2013. Their offerings are vast, ranging from small table-top pieces to 50-foot tall displays.
The Sugar Sand Festival has something for everyone to enjoy. A 21,000 square-foot tent will be filled with sand-sculpted art crafted by world-class sculptors using Clearwater’s internationally-famous sugar sand. Team Sandtastic will return for a third year to sculpt the exhibit and compete in 82
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“We do everything you did as a child, just on a different level,” Mark Mason, the Director of Team Sandtastic said. “We get the sand wet, we pack it into buckets, [and] we carve all the elements by hand with simple carving tools.” One can only imagine what internationally acclaimed sand sculptors could do with all the sand Clearwater Beach has to offer, and they are allowing the public to witness their mesmerizing masterpieces unfold at the festival’s Master Sculpting Contest.
Sunsets at Pier 60 Daily Festival will celebrate its 20-year anniversary in 2015 as well as the City of Clearwater’s 100th Birthday, according to public communications director of Clearwater, Joelle Castelli. “Sunsets at Pier 60 Daily Festival is a year-round nightly sunset celebration at Pier 60 Park that begins two hours before sunset to two hours after sunset, weather permitting, 365 days per year,“ Castelli said. This free, family-friendly event features artisans, crafters, street performers and musical entertainment. On Friday and Saturday
evenings, a free family-friendly movie is played under the stars at the Sunset Cinema. Admission to the sculpture exhibit will be $10 for adults, $5 for students ages six to 17 years old, and $7 for those 55 and older, military personnel, police, firefighters and teachers (proper identification required). Children five and younger will be admitted free of charge with adult purchase. Adult and senior tickets include a complimentary souvenir photo. For more information about the events and tickets, visit www.sugarsandfestival.com.
ART HAPPENS HERE Visit Downtown Orlando, and Experience the Arts. Downtown Arts District brings together artists, entertainers, patrons, families, culture and those who celebrate it. From promoting venues like Mad Cow Theatre to developing gallery spaces like CityArts Factory and Gallery at Avalon Island, and from presenting events to showcasing performances and visual media, we create moments to experience the arts.
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A labyrinth is not a maze as one may think. A maze is a puzzle with twists and turns that requires logic, using the left side of the brain to focus. A labyrinth, on the other hand, has only one path: unicursal. Labyrinths trigger creativity, intuition, and imagery by using the right side of the brain. There is nothing to figure out, you go in and you go out. The path will always lead you to the center and then out when you are ready.
WALK TO YOUR CENTER,
FREE YOUR MIND Labyrinth Meditation By Christina Nicholson
Meditation in a labyrinth is exactly as it sounds. The process consists of walking a single path quietly and without distraction through the labyrinth. The practice of this meditation can free your mind from discomfort, clarify your path in life, help you find the answers needed and sort through troubled emotions.
With packed schedules, traffic, appointments, work loads, and relationships, it’s easy for the chaos and commotion of life to overwhelm us. If you are tired of life controlling you, a practice of meditation may be your solution. By taking a spiritual walk and meditating in a labyrinth, you can center yourself and turn stress into peace. With over 4000 years of practice of “Circling to the Center,” the symbolism of walking in a labyrinth relates to wholeness.
The proper steps to meditation in a labyrinth: Step 1 - To begin a proper meditate in the labyrinth, one must stand at the front entrance and clearly state what the intention of the meditation session will be.
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Step 2 - After accomplishing step 1, it is time to center yourself by taking a few deep breaths. This step is vital because now the subconscious mind is working to pay attention and find a way to solve the problem. Step 3 - Before beginning your meditation session start with a short prayer, depending on what religion you practice. Then, decide if you want to walk barefoot or wear shoes. Step 4 - Begin your meditation walk. You may walk quickly or slowly. There is no right or wrong way to walk; everyone has their own way of meditation. Focus on the rhythm of your steps with one foot in front of the other, and don’t forget to breathe regularly and gently. Feel free to pause, to sit, or to lay, depending on when you feel you will reach your center. Step 5 - Once you are centered, you are ready to walk out. Remember to give thanks for what you have learned from within, and the reflection and insight that is to come. Feeling grateful for your meditation session will help with the final resolutions. Meditation is not just for the average working person. Many celebrities practice meditation to remain centered through their busy careers. Here are a few familiar names that advocate meditation: Oprah Winfrey began practicing meditation daily since 2011. “That way of being ‘still’ with ourselves, coming back to the center and recognizing that something is more important than you—it’s more important than the work you are doing, brings a kind of energy, an intention that we have never had before.” -Oprah Winfrey
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Paul McCartney began meditation in 1967. The Beatles great album, “The White Album” was inspired by the band’s travel to Rishikesh, India to learn from a guru. Tina Turner started her practice in meditation in the 1960s. She stated, “I felt that where body and subconscious are joined, both are strengthened at the same time. My success is my proof.”
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If you are interested in looking for a labyrinth in your area, visit labyrinthlocator.com. Some labyrinth locations in the Tampa area are:
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Franciscan Center: 3006 N Perry Ave, Tampa, Florida 33603 Tampa Friends Meeting (Quakers): 1502 W. Sligh Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33604 University of Tampa: Sykes Center for Faith & Values: 401 W. Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, Florida 33606
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Don’t worry about registering; the class allows anyone to participate and costs $10 per person. Be on the lookout for these four April opportunities: April 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th. Many Kadampa Temples are being built around the world as part of the International Temples Project. One class isn’t enough? Feel rejuvenated at the Tampa Museum of Art, or visit the main center in Safety Harbor for further meditation learning. There are also classes available at their new extension in Tampa, located on 7th Avenue.
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Don’t let those Monday blues get you down any longer. The Tampa Museum of Art offers weekly meditation classes for you to relieve your body and mind.
International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU) is an international association of Mahayana Buddhist study and meditation centres founded by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso in 1991 to offer the practical wisdom of Kadampa Buddhism to the people of our modern world.
Start your week off right by joining the Museum and Parbawatiya Kadampa Buddhist Center for a short after-work meditation class. This is a perfect way to step away from the loud, fast paced world and learn to reduce your stress for the rest of the week. The classes consist of guided meditations, a talk and a discussion.
There are now over 1100 centres and groups offering Buddha’s wisdom and advice to people in 40 countries across the world. It is an entirely independent Buddhist tradition that has no political affiliations.
The classes are suitable for everyone from beginners to those with more experience in meditation. Each class is self-contained, although you are welcome to attend the whole course. The classes are held in the Museum’s
For more information, visit the event page at TampaMuseum.org/museum-events.
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YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT By Kourtney Destefano
It’s a known fact that one of
the most important components of skin health is a well balanced diet. As beauty and health “solutions” become increasingly more high-tech and expensive, the best cures for your complexion are still the most natural ones. According to experts, what you put on your plate is more important than what you put on your face. Eat your way to a clear complexion with these skin superfoods.
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Tomatoes are rich in vitamin C, which helps keep the skin firm by aiding collagen production. They also contain lycopene, the red pigment that gives them their bright red color. Lycopene stimulates skin circulation, giving your skin a youthful and fresh feel.
Bad skin can be linked to a deficiency in minerals like zinc and selenium, and nuts (specifically pumpkin seeds and Brazil nuts) are a good source of both. Selenium helps increase the number of infection-fighting white blood cells, while magnesium, potassium, and iron are essential to skin health. Walnuts contain omega-3 fatty acids
They’re not just good for your eyes. Carrots also help clear breakouts due to their high levels of vitamin A. Vitamin A helps prevent the overproduction of cells in the skin’s outer layer, the layer where dead cells combine to clog pores, and reduces the development of skin cancer cells.
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“According to experts, what you put on your plate is more important
than what you put on your face.”
which improve the skin’s elasticity as well as copper which boosts collagen production.
CHOCOLATE Chocolate lovers, rejoice! Cocoa hydrates your skin, making it firmer and more supple. Dark chocolate contains high levels of flavanol, which is a potent antioxidant. Flavanols reduce skin roughness and protect the skin against sun damage. For maximum flavanol, it’s best to consume chocolate that is at least 70 percent cacao. When applied topically, the caffeine in chocolate may temporarily reduce skin puffiness.
YOGURT The protein in dairy helps with skin firmness, making it more resistant to wrinkle lines.
Greek yogurt is even more beneficial, as the protein content in Greek yogurt is usually double what it is in regular yogurt.
which can help control the side effects of allergic reactions.
ARTICHOKE
One of the cheapest and most accurate methods of achieving clear skin is to flush toxins out of your body by drinking lots of water. Without a sufficient amount of water, the lack of hydration will reveal itself by making the skin appear dry and flaky. Dry skin has less resilience and is more prone to wrinkling. Since cells are made up of water, replenishing the water in your cells helps keep your brain fully functional, thus eliminating stress that causes breakouts. For proper hydration, it is best to drink the recommended 8 glasses of water a day.
Regular consumption has been linked to healthier skin and improved skin luminosity. Artichoke is also frequently used as an herbal remedy in creams and cosmetics because of its high antioxidant potency. When eaten, it is known to ease digestion and lower cholesterol.
RED GRAPES Red grapes are full of natural chemicals and antioxidants that treat inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. They also serve as a natural antihistamine,
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DOG’S DAY OUT By Kourtney Destefano
into two separate access play spaces for small and large dogs. There’s also water fountains for humans and dogs, as well as picnic tables, dog washing stations, a hitching post and doggie mitt receptacles.
Dogs were born to live active lives. To keep your dog healthy and happy, you’ll need to find ways to exercise both his body and mind. One of the most popular ways to do so is by going to a dog park. Rather than simply taking your pup for a stroll around the block, dog parks provide a place for dogs to run freely off-leash and socialize. It’s also a great way to explore your city and connect with fellow local dog owners. Here are some of the top rated dog parks in Orlando that are perfect for active (non-aggressive) dogs and humans alike!
Fort De Soto Paw Playground and Beach 3500 Pinellas Bayway S. Saint Petersburg, FL Fort De Soto is the ideal spot for your water-loving pup. Dogs are allowed anywhere in the park on a six-foot leash except the beach. The Paw Playground is the exception: they’re allowed off leash in the Paw Playground and the corresponding beach area to splash around in the water. The pooch-friendly amenities such as the doggie showers
Logan Gate Dog Park 7374 Monterey Blvd. Tampa, FL Located in Citrus Park/Carrollwood area, this is one of Hillsborough County’s newest dog parks. It boasts 5 acres of dog play area and is split
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and drinking fountains for pets and owners are perfect for a hot day. The park also has plenty for two-legged visitors to enjoy: gorgeous parks, picnic areas and an old Spanish fort to explore.
Sand Key Dog Park 1060 Gulf Blvd. Clearwater, FL Sand Key Dog Park is located near the beach, and has separate play areas for large and small dogs, as well as a watering station for both. The park is best known for being clean and uncrowded. It also has two picnic shelters with grills, a playground and even a salt marsh with viewing benches to check out some of Florida’s wildlife.
West Park Dog Park 6402 North Occident St. Tampa, FL Hillsborough County’s first dog park, this park is 5 acres of doggie play heaven. There are two separate play spaces, one for small dogs and one for large dogs, as well as a 6-foot fence to keep your four-legged friends safe. There are water fountains for dogs and owners to refresh themselves, picnic tables, shade trees, a hitching post, and doggie mitt receptacles. The park is also home to a children’s playground and baseball fields, making it a great place for the whole family to enjoy the day outside with their favorite pup.
North Shore Dog Park 7th Ave and N Shore Dr NE. Saint Petersburg, FL Both dogs and owners are known for being well-behaved and friendly at this fenced, off-leash park near the waterfront. The dog park features hydrants, crawl tunnels, benches and picnic tables. There is even a timeout area for the overly excited pooch that needs a few minutes to relax. The park includes other amenities such as a pool, playground, lighted softball field and lighted tennis courts. Woof !
“Dog parks provide a place for dogs to run freely off-leash and socialize.”
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