Barry’s Where: 2920 NE 207th St., Suite 105, Aventura What: It’s all about the aptly named Red Room at Barry’s. Top-flight instructors get your heart pumping on the treadmill and focus on different muscle groups during strength training, amid rhythmic beats and, yes, red lights, during a balanced workout session that lasts roughly an hour—and
Long before he came out as gay, Patrick Frost struggled with the intensely masculine military environment in which he grew up. He recalls the self-induced pressure to conduct himself in a way that honored his father’s standing as a chief master sergeant in the United States Air Force—because of everything he believed that represented. “I
Along with showcasing over 25 of South Florida’s most talented chefs, food artisans and culinary personalities, the Rotary Club of Weston’s Food & Wine Festival will also help support victims of the recent earthquake in Haiti by donating a portion of the proceeds to the Rotary International District 6990’s Haiti Earthquake Support Relief fund and
The return of Miami Spice gives foodie enthusiasts an opportunity to feast on three-course meals, spanning every culinary category imaginable, at renowned restaurants throughout the region. At press time, more than 100 restaurants were offering lunch/brunch ($28) and dinner ($42) deals (prices are per person, excluding tax and tip). Miami Spice, which runs through September, even draws
Thesis Hotel: The spacious Paseo de Riviera courtyard at this chic property across from the University of Miami serves as the backdrop for yoga classes on Thursdays (6:30 p.m.) and Saturdays (10 a.m.). The classes, through a partnership with Green Monkey Yoga, are free for hotel guests, but the public is welcome to book spots
Serious practitioners of yoga have a vocabulary all their own. In addition to the many types of yoga—vinyasa, hatha, kundalini, and ashtanga, to name a few—there’s a glossary of holistic terms that can find their way into conversations. Like the concept of surrender. In the yoga world, it’s the idea of looking within, of yielding
Backpacks filled with toiletries and food items courtesy of Oakland Park Elks Lodge #2407 were recently distributed to local veterans through the United Way of Broward County’s MISSION UNITED program, which provides resources to military and veteran families in South Florida. The project targets veterans attending case management services who need additional support. MISSION UNITED
When Los Félix launches in Coconut Grove next month, it will not only be one of Miami’s newest restaurants, but the eatery will also rely on traditional food sourcing to cultivate its menu. Los Felix will use conventional Mexican cooking methods to craft traditional Mexican fare using heirloom corn and Milpa farming techniques. “Milpa farming
With trash and debris generating harmful effects to nesting sea turtles and hatchlings on local beaches in the tri-county area, a local nonprofit organization hopes to clear the way for the vulnerable reptiles. Loggerhead Marinelife Center is launching its inaugural Tour de Trash beach cleanups at different sites throughout the area to clean the habitat
As a way to commemorate its record-breaking year and 40th anniversary, Feeding South Florida will host a variety of events in September during Hunger Action Month. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for food pantry items significantly increased across the tri-county area and Feeding South Florida was able to meet the demand. “Although the
