The music is loud, and the crowd is languid on an early afternoon at the Elbo Room. Many of the regulars at the most-renowned corner bar in South Florida already have assembled. People such as Pete Wood, whose bottle of Chandon Brut Classic chills next to his barstool in a metal bucket typically used for
Read MoreOf the shows over the past decade that have helped to make Sabrina Soto a household name on HGTV, perhaps none rings truer for the home-staging star than “The High/Low Project.” It’s there that Soto, born in Miami, has made over-the-top interior design dreams come true on a pedestrian budget. By her own admission, she
Read MoreFriday, July 28 Florida Supercon Geek out at the largest comic convention in South Florida. Dress to impress in costume and cosplay contests, snap a photo with celebrity guests, watch films and shorts, listen in on writers’ and artists’ panels, show off your video game skills, and more. When: Through July 30 Where: Broward
Read MoreFriday, July 21 Cellar 1954 dinner series In honor of the Fontainebleau Miami Beach’s beginnings in 1954, the monthly dinner series highlights and pairs the world’s most prestigious wines and spirits with the award-winning cuisine of the restaurant’s signature dining spots. This month, StripSteak by Michael Mina will host an exclusive Pappy Van Winkle dinner
Read MoreWhere: 12640 N. Stonebrook Circle, Davie Floor size: 5,537 square feet Bedrooms/baths: 6 bedrooms, 5 baths, 1 half bath Details: This spacious lakefront property in exclusive Stonebrook Estates is brimming with enticing details. The resort-style saline pool, for example, is heated and features a separate hot tub; the master suite features two walk-in closets and
Read MoreFriday, July 14 Bastille Day at La Côte Fontainebleau Miami Beach’s chic, Mediterranean oceanfront restaurant is hosting a Bastille Day celebration with French Djs, dancers and musicians. There will be rosé and champagne from the rolling champagne cart featuring Veuve Clicquot Champagne and Bertaud Belieu Rosé along with two specialty cocktails: French Press (made with
Read MoreAesthetica Long-Lasting Matte Liquid Lipstick Aesthetica has made a name for itself with its contouring and highlighting kits, but we’re just as sold on these liquid lipsticks. They can be worn day or night and are formulated to last for hours without drying out. Readers can receive 50 percent off all items using the promotional
Read MoreFriday, July 7 MLB All Star FanFest Enjoy five days of FanFest fun, featuring All-Star legends, autograph sessions and hands-on activities. When: Begins at 9 a.m. Where: Miami Beach Convention Center (1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach) Paul McCartney The legendary singer-songwriter’s “One On One” tour will feature dozens of classics spanning his career as
Read MoreFriday, June 30 Chicago – The Band & The Doobie Brothers The two multi-platinum-selling, Grammy Award-winning rock bands have teamed up to co-headline a summer tour. When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Perfect Vodka Amphitheatre (601-7 Sansbury’s Way, West Palm Beach) The Rock Pack Classic rockers John Payne, former lead singer of ASIA and founder of The
Read MoreA Coconut Creek store takes a healthy approach to pet food Loving pet owners know that having a sick dog or cat can result in more than just heartache. Vet appointments, medications and follow-up visits can be draining—financially and emotionally. Adrian Archie, owner and founder of Coconut Creek’s PetNmind, has a suggestion: Re-examine your pet’s
Read MoreChris Ruden looks like a tough guy, a bodybuilder with a physique that makes you embarrassed that you don’t work out more. When he tells you he’s on target for getting into the Guinness Book of World Records for breaking a weightlifting record—640 pounds at the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio, held in March—it
Read MoreMary Jane VandenBerge’s family couldn’t go on road trips without her father, Ronald Boender, making several stops to explore nature. “When we rode through the Everglades,” she recalls, “the station wagon would come to a screeching halt because he saw a moth or a spider on a pole and we had to collect it.” Though
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