Troy Lee Weekly

? We’ve always considered it a professional sport. It sounds funny to say, but there’s people that make $500,000. It ain’t like other sports, where you get paid to do it—you’ve got to win or you don’t get paid. It’s neat to be able to bring a professional sport to your hometown. ? It ain’t

Richard Lewis: Unplugged

It’s nearly 16 minutes into a phone interview that will go on for well over an hour, and Richard Lewis has yet to answer a single question. “I’m going to try a new tack and hopefully not ramble,” he says later in the one-sided conversation. “How am I doing so far?” It couldn’t be going

Comfort Zone

When it comes to changing its menu each summer and winter, American Social remains a shining example of democracy in action. Executive chef Christopher Palmer calls on his chefs at the restaurant’s two South Florida locations—Fort Lauderdale (721 E. Las Olas Blvd.) and Brickell (690 SW First Court)—for a culinary brainstorming session. Ideas are pitched.

The Lifestyle List

What’s the buzz in South Florida? Friday, Sept. 29: *National Coffee Day* John Mulaney The stand-up comedian is performing live. When: 7 p.m. Where: Ziff Ballet Opera House (1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami) Miami Marlins vs. Atlanta Braves When: 7:10 p.m. Where: 501 Marlins Way, Miami Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue Troy Andrews, known by his

Safer Real Estate Transactions

Tips to stop online crooks from stealing your information Curiosity helps drive online interest in prime real estate markets throughout South Florida. But once potential buyers become serious about a property, how safe is it to exchange information over the internet? Veteran real estate agent Tom Carroll, who’s been selling homes in the Sunshine State

Peace of Mind

My mother was always organized. Everything was in its place. She talked about her last wishes in case of her death. In her safe deposit box, she had specific instructions about what she wanted me to do when she died. She already had written her obituary, and attached the photo she wanted to accompany it.

Lean Back and Enjoy

What happens when a husband and wife with corporate backgrounds—he’s a marketing and operations specialist who cut his business teeth at the Boca Raton-based headquarters for Office Depot; she’s an accountant who helped Spirit Airlines during its initial public offering—decide to start a family and take an entrepreneurial leap at the same time? If you’re

High Appraisal

Photography: James Woodley Clothing and accessories: Trina Turk’s 2017 fall collection Art direction: Melanie Smit Fashion assistance: Sydney Hartman and Dreamweaver Brand Communications Shoe styling: Jenna DeBrino and the Hot Pink Style team Special thanks to: Redline Media Group in Dania beach Trina Turk: Visit the Miami store at 7200 Biscayne Blvd., or check out

All in the Details

6065 SW 116 St. Listing Price: $2,995,000 Listing Agent: Jo-Ann Forster, ONE Sotheby’s International Realty; joann@uniquehomesofmiami.com; 305.778.5555 Specs: 6,743 square feet • 6 bedrooms / 7 bathrooms Electric gates open to an acre of tropical paradise in north Pinecrest. Marble and wood floors, high ceilings and a spiral staircase enhance an expansive dining room and

The Lifestyle List

What’s the buzz in South Florida? Friday, Sept. 22 Luis Fonsi The international artist celebrates his two-decade career with the “Love and Dance World Tour.” His current hit, “Despacito,” with Daddy Yankee and featuring Justin Bieber, continues to break sales records worldwide. When: 8 p.m. Where: Hard Rock Live (1 Seminole Way, Hollywood) Lauryn Hill