Though Xavier Cortada has created art around the world, working at Pinecrest Gardens holds a special appeal to him. He can immerse himself in the nature that inspires his work as the Gardens’ new artist in residence. Cortada, 53, creates paintings, murals, mosaics, installations and more that reflect nature’s beauty and encourage viewers to protect
The founder of Miami’s first rum distillery has a specific interpretation of his product’s tagline: “The Spirit of Miami.” Ask Matt Malone to describe this spirit and he’ll give you four words: sexy, fun, delicious and the word “Miami” itself. “[People all over the world] know it,” Malone says. “If you go to Russia or
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
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
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.
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
6065 SW 116 St. Listing Price: $2,995,000 Listing Agent: Jo-Ann Forster, ONE Sotheby’s International Realty; [email protected]; 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
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
Soldier Rush is Nov. 11, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Equestrian Center (8350 Ranch Road, Parkland). Tickets are $65 per person. Visit soldierrush.com—and enter the code SR911 for a 20 percent discount. Manuel “Manny” Mair, a local personal training guru with a celebrity following, has been a fixture in South Florida for
The Sammy Hagar & The Circle concert, originally scheduled for next week, has been changed to Sunday, Nov. 12 at Pompano Beach Amphitheater due to Hurricane Irma. The Red Rocker spoke to Lifestyle in advance of his South Florida appearance. Sure, there are mornings, at age 69, when Sammy Hagar’s iconic voice is a little worse
