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Capretto Shoes Hosts Jerome Rousseau

Capretto Shoes will host talented footwear designer, JeromeRousseau on September 1st from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event will preview Jerome’s latest visions from his exclusive Pre-Fall 2015 collection. Jerome will be signing any pairs bought on that day. The event will preview Jerome’s latest visions from his exclusive Pre-Fall 2015 collection and he will be signing any pairs bought on that day. On Wednesday September 2, Jerome will be joined by model, blogger and contributing editor of Vogue Mexico, Jenny Lopez as they host Fashion for Breakfast from 9:30 – 11:00 am at the SoHo Beach House in Miami Beach. Haute Living Magazine Contributing Editor and RAC owner, Regina Arriola Cauff, will moderate the trendy panel.

Ball & Chain Celebrates 80 Years!
Ball & Chain, the notable and world famous live music venue located at 1513 Southwest 8th Street, is thrilled to present their first annual three-day music festival in honor of the venue’s 80th Anniversary this Labor Day Weekend in September, Friday, September 4 through Sunday, September 6, 2015 . The historical hotspot originally opened its doors in September 1935 as a live jazz music venue closing its doors in the 1950s. The retro jazz bar on Calle Ocho was reopened with an authentic Cuban flare meticulously redecorated in iconic 1950s Miami style by new ownership Ben Bush, Zack Bush and Bill Fuller in September 2014. This is the first multiple-day musical driven event to celebrate the venue’s 80th birthday. The anticipated live performances will start on Friday at 10:00 p.m., Saturday at 10PM and Sunday (13 Shows) from Noon to 3:00 a.m. Special 80th Anniversary cocktails will be added to the menu and available for purchase during the festival. All attending guests will be eligible for exclusive giveaways and raffles; For additional information about Ball & Chain please visit www.ballandchainmiami.com. This is event is free and open to the public.

The Salon by InStyle

JCPenney and InStyle magazine have partnered to open The Salon by InStyle, a new cutting-edge salon concept reinventing the traditional salon experience with contemporary aesthetics including modern wall textures and colors, new décor elements and state-of-the-art styling equipment. JCPenney and InStyle also teamed up to create the Salon by InStyle Trend Book which showcases signature styles and the latest, fall runway trends curated by JCPenney stylists combined with the insight of the hair and beauty editors at InStyle. The Trend Book is available on jcpenney.com and on display at Salon by InStyle locations. The Salon by InStyle inside JCPenney opened its first 15 locations on July 17th across the greater areas of Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago and Dallas. The remaining 825 JCPenney salons will undergo a national rebranding in 2016. The Salon by InStyle locations in greater Miami include: JCPenney inside the Boynton Beach Mall in Boynton Beach, Pembroke Lanes Mall in Pembroke Pines, and Dadeland Mall in Miami.

We were most impressed by the taste, quality and variety of the dishes at award-winning, casual restaurant, M.E.A.T. Eatery And Taproom, located in Islamorada in the Florida Keys.   The cool joint is the brainchild of restaurateurs Chef George Patti and Sommelier Thomas Smith. Three years after their collaboration on the popular Caribbean/Asian Fusion restaurant, Tasters Grille & Market which opened 2009 in Key Largo, the pair decided to move forward on their fast casual concept M.E.A.T., which opened in July 2012. It is their vision of the next generation of food, incorporating fresher and more flavorful options for diners than the standard fast food establishments as the public becomes more health conscious and educated on food through media such as the Travel Channel, Food Network, various other TV food shows and the internet through videos, social networks, shows, tweets and blogs. It also provides more intimate service than most other fast casual establishments through its “taproom” service. Read the rest here »

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By: Mary Jo Almeida-Shore

South Beach came alive once again this July, as the swimwear industry’s most highly anticipated event, Swim Week Miami, returned for an action-packed four days and nights of designer runway shows, presentations and parties from Thursday, July 16- Sunday, July 19 at various hotels and venues throughout Miami Beach. Sexy styles were mixed with more functional pieces, color palates ranged from bright, to bold to lots of black, cut-outs prevailed among one piece suits as well as an emphasis on elegant swimwear that can double as cocktail attire-with a mere addition of a skirt or pants. Designers drew inspiration from faraway places and steamy Miami and incorporated captivating themes in their shows and presentations. Among the most memorable presentations, shows and parties: Mara Hoffman, Maaji, Mohini, DIJANA, Caffe, and Style Saves and Orlebar Brown.

Mara Hoffman’s Resort Swim 2016 Collection

The most strikingly beautiful presentation was that of Mara Hoffman, who unveiled her Resort Swim 2016 collection among the pristine landscaped gardens of Casa Casuarina, formerly known as the Versace Mansion. Millions upon millions of glistening, iridescent mosaic tiles which flank the mansion’s lawn and pool area provided the perfect backdrop, making for the most stunning presentation of the season. Read the rest here »

Caudalie at Aventura Mall

Caudalie, the French Vinotherapie skincare line has opened its first brick-and-mortar Miami location inside the Aventura Mall. Caudalie’s products feature the antioxidant powers of grape and grapevine, and the new location features a treatment room (the only one in the entire mall), along with their must-have items like their Premier Cru Eye Cream, Vinexpert firming serums, tinted moisturizers with SPF and their famous Beauty Elixir.

Blue Harmony at the Shelborne Wyndham Grand

Blue Harmony, the brand new spa at the historic Shelborne Wyndham Grand Miami Beach offers exceptional spa treatment specials for the perfect mid-day retreat. During “spa month” locals and visitors will have a chance to experience luxurious treatments at exceptional prices while gazing at the hotels $150 million dollar make-over. Enjoy an invigorating deep tissue massage, Vitamin C facial, or the “Sun Goddess” ritual. For more information visit: www.shelbornewyndhamgrand.com.

Wapo Taco! In the Gables

Owners Michael Berkman, Manuel Mattei and the Musi family of Wapo Taco! – Coral Gables and Wapo Taco! – Hallandale Beach welcome Miami’s Consul General of Mexico, the honorable Jose Antonio Zabalgoitia, and Coral Gables Mayor Jim Cason for a ribbon cutting ceremony for the of the new Wapo Taco! – Coral Gables, located at 2526 Ponce De Leon Boulevard, at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 10. In light of the recent development, Musi and his team will commence their open-to-the-public Grand Opening celebration, featuring free al pastor tacos, Mexican beer and surprise mariachi performances, directly following the ceremony and carrying on until 9 p.m., a bit earlier than originally expected. Guests will be permitted up to four al pastor tacos, as well as two Mexican beers during the event, while supplies last; the full menu is available for purchase all day beforehand and will also be available directly following; for more information visit: elwapotaco.com.

Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation^® South Florida

Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation^® South Floridafundraiser on your radar. The 27^th annual benefit, dedicated to ending childhood hunger, is taking place in a gorgeously renovated ballroom at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel on Thursday, July 16 from 7:00 – 10:00p.m.  This year, the South Beach Chic – Food, Wine & Art– themed event will bring more than 50 of Dade and Broward’s top chefs, sommeliers, mixologists and brewers under one roof. The party continues with bottomless prosecco and ample oysters at the exclusive “Chefs on a Half Shell” after party hosted by Chef Josh Capon and Chef de Cuisine John Iatrellis at Lure Fishbar, from 10p.m. to Midnight.  General admission tickets are priced at $125 per person. VIP tickets are priced at $250 per person and provide access to the event one hour before the doors open, as well as admission to the after party.

Vintro Hotel + Kitchen

Vintro Hotel + Kitchen has upped the ante on Miami post-happy hour specials. The culinary experts have carefully crafted a new tapas menu to be served from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. daily. For $25 a person, evening diners receive a choice of two tapas and unlimited red or white house wine.

Bocce Midtown

Chef Nunzio Fuschillo brings his native Napolitano cuisine to Bocce Midtown along with an extensive menu of mouthwatering treats and tantalizing beverages that create an Italian ambiance in the heart of Miami. With the city’s only official bocce ball court, Bocce brings an old-school Italian favorite pastime for guests to enjoy throughout the evening.

Rosa Blanca Café at Dilworth Park, in collaboration with the Center City District, has opened a newly designed garden seating area on the PNC Terrace. In addition, Wednesday and Thursday nights will now feature live musical performances, DJs and happy hour specials, complementing other programs and free events at Dilworth Park throughout the summer season.

Renowned landscape architect, Groundswell Design Group designed the enhancements to the PNC Terrace, featuring a new garden bar, with elevated planters with colorful flora, new furniture, umbrellas and market lights to enhance the al fresco dining experience in Dilworth Park. Read the rest here »

By: Dr. Mary Jo Almeida-Shore

Dubbed “the party of the summer,” the annual Miami Celebrity Domino Night, benefiting Amigos for Kids drew a crowd of 1,700 supporters to Jungle Island on June 20, for a steamy party filled with food, fun, fanfare, dancing and of course, fierce domino competitions.

The party began with a blue carpet on Jungle Island’s first level, where celebrities and television personalities, including actress Elizabeth Gutierrez, Mexican actor Khotan, Univision Network anchor Maria Elena Salinas, Venezuelan actress Sonya Smith, Primer Impacto anchor Pamela Silva-Conde, singer Pablo Argenis, and Mexican TV host Maggie Jiménez posed and mingled with guests. Throughout the first floor of the venue, food stands from various restaurants and catering firms prepared delightful treats for partygoers. Our favorite? A Joy Wallace’s buttermilk fried chicken. Other standouts included Donut Divas’ fried Oreos in red velvet donuts (don’t judge!) and the Café & Sweets Bistro by Café La Carreta and Versailles Restaurant. Presenting sponsor Bacardí U.S.A. kept guests well-hydrated with free-flowing cocktails. Read the rest here »