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Teaching for Life

Besides parents and guardians, no one influences children more than teachers. They work beyond school hours to meet with administrators, communicate with parents and stay in touch with the community—all in an effort to make sure students reach their academic goals. In the schools of Coconut Creek, that impact is felt throughout the city and

Advice from South Florida real estate experts

Sandra Tagliamonte

Sandra Tagliamonte Broker/Vice President One Sotheby’s International Her back story: Before she entered the real estate profession more than 20 years ago, Tagliamonte ran health clubs—and, later, sold Toshiba copiers. What separates Tagliamonte in the luxury markets she serves throughout Broward is that “I truly care about each customer that I work with. It’s not

Deliciously deceiving looks at the Riverside Hotel

Though her decadent, artfully rendered dessert creations often are front and center at the Riverside Hotel in downtown Fort Lauderdale, Sabrina Courtemanche considers herself more of a behind-the-house personality. That is, until the chef de partie for everything pastry related at the property—banquets, private dining, and desserts at in-house restaurants such as Wild Sea Oyster

Decadent Desserts

In search of a better life, Venezuelan chocolatiers Susana and Isabel Garcia Nevett immigrated to Miami in 2012. Having worked in the chocolate business in their native country, they dreamed of opening their own chocolate shop in their new home, creating a place where they could spread love and comfort through handcrafted bonbons and jars

Back to School Goods

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For The Rum Of It

Living Room Try some of the specialty rum cocktails available at Living Room this Friday for 20% off regular price. Guests can choose from a few select options, including the Bee Keeper with Puerto Rican Rum and lemon and honey infused cherry bitters topped with soda water, The Hemingway with Guatemalan aged rum, maraschino liqueur,

The Lifestyle List: August 15-18

Thursday, August 15 Kool & The Gang When: Aug. 15, 8 p.m. Where: Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, 5550 NW 40th St., Coconut Creek What: The iconic, Grammy Award-winning group performs their timeless funk and disco hits such as “Get Down On It,” and “Celebrate,” which have delighted fans around the world. Info: casinococo.com   Friday,

Tressed to Impress

Pink hairstyle from Hiya David Kafer Cutting Studio

Named “Best Chicago Hairdresser” by Allure magazine, master stylist David Kafer followed his beloved mother’s advice to “run to the sun” and has now opened Hiya David Kafer Cutting Studio in Fort Lauderdale. Armed with cutting shears, a blow dryer and an arsenal of professional products from his favorite go-to Aussie brand, Kafer (pictured, inset)

Cycle for the Cure

This Saturday, get your exercise in while supporting a great cause at CYCLEBAR Palm Beach Gardens. From 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., this CYCLEBAR location will transform into a pink palooza to raise money and awareness for Susan G. Komen Florida. Riders can enjoy friendly competitions with exciting prizes, heart-pumping music and healthy treats as well

Get Wild

Things are getting wild at Tarpon River Brewing, as the local company recently released a new line of flavorful beers called The Wild Series.  Each of the Brett Saisons featured in the new collection have fruity additives like Passionfruit, Blood Orange, and Dark Stone Fruit. Drawing from the funky flavors of South Florida, these beers