Faena Journal - October 2018

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YEAR 3 — ISSUE 28

ENTERTAINMENT Samsara / Viva Bossa Nova! / Halloween / FAENA ART Subversive and Immersive Art With Naama Tsabar / RESORT A Holiday

to Remember / Make Faena a Holiday Tradition / WELLNESS Stretch Into Healing / Nurture Your Inner Illumination / EPICUREAN Give Thanks For Delicious Menus / The Makings of an Asado Temple / BUENOS AIRES Dip Your Toes Into Spring / ALEPH / FAENA ROSE / CALENDAR

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LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT THE LIVING ROOM & THE SA XONY BAR THE LIVING ROOM NIGHTLY EVENING ACTS •

Viva Bossa Nova!

Marcos Valle, one of the founding fathers of Bossa Nova, is kicking off the first-ever international Viva Bossa Nova festival at Faena Theater. Commemorating 60 years of the celebrated Brazilian genre, top musicians are bringing their talents to Miami for a five-day soul-filled event.

Bossa Nova was born on the beaches of Rio De Janeiro in the late '50s, where a group of students, artists and musicians famously blended a soft samba based on traditional Brazilian rhythms with American jazz and a new style of Portuguese lyrics. Well-known musicians like João Gilberto, Roberto Menescal, Marcos Valle, and Antonio Carlos Jobim adopted and popularized the “new wave” music style, transforming it over time into the best-known Brazilian music genre

Samsara Sets Fire To The Stage at Faena Theater This October, the curtains will rise on Faena’s newest show: Samsara Cabaret.

A seductive Madame narrates the transformative journey of Artemis, a being formed from stardust, as she fights against the dark energy that surrounds her. Transcending her own dimension, the show’s lead protagonist, played by Miami native Bianca Allanic, undergoes a startling phoenix-like metamorphosis right before

the audience’s eyes as jaw-dropping illusions, state-of-the-art technology, contemporary dance, cirque nouveau, live music, and decadent dinner fare create an immersive theater experience unlike any other.

The outstanding ensemble also includes singer and “America’s Got Talent” semi-finalist Yoli Mayor, violinist Shane Borth, cellist Ben

Muñoz, and Sensatia stars Megan Stockman, EnVee and Samantha Mixan. The incandescent performance, directed by Quixotic’s Anthony Magliano and Christian Squires, is a sensuous meditation on the eternal cycle of creation and transformation, during which guests are siren-called to leave their old selves behind in search for the ever new.

Samsara will debut to the public on October 20, 2018 with shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. To stay up-to-date on all Faena news, follow us on Instagram (@Faena) and subscribe to our e-newsletter at www.faena. com/miami-beach.

In-house guests may dial the concierge at 4037 for more information

in the world. After a historic concert at Carnegie Hall in 1962, Bossa Nova caught the attention of American contemporaries such as Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, and Tony Bennett.

The sophisticated fusion went on to influence entire generations of performers including Herbie Mann, Paul McCartney and Sting.

Guests of Faena Theater will enjoy an intimate concert with Valle, who will light up the stage with his infectious hits like "Summer Samba (So Nice)" and "If You Went

Away". A legend in Brazil, Valle is one of country’s most influential composers, and undoubtedly, one of the top songwriters of our time.

Tickets and more information available at www.faenatheater.com.

In-house guests may dial the concierge at 4037 for more information and reservations.

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Bossa Nova All Stars Faena Theater 9:00 p.m.

October welcomes back some of our favorite live performers and DJs, including Sarah Packiam, Xperimento, American Gipsy, Javier Garcia, Yoli Mayor, Sir Portela & Electric Mambo, Mi Dulce Son, The Usual Suspects Ft. Keba and special guests, Jahzel Dotel, Flor, The French Horn Collective, Los Wizzards, Vintash Band, Dj Sire, DJ Funky Therapy, DJ Richie Hell, DJ Mojody, Dj Ella Romand, DJ Diego Ciaramella, DJ DiscoRocks, DJ Fabian Giannattasio, and DJ Erick Paredes, among many others.

THE SAXONY BAR Meet us on the dancefloor at Saxony Bar this month with live DJ sets by Beto Giovannetti, Carlos Pouso, Diego Harispe, Aliyo, Mad Linx, and Chizzle, among others.

• THURSDAY 10:30 P.M. TO 4:00 A.M. House / Old House / Open Format FRIDAY 10:30 P.M. TO 4:00 A.M. Classic & Oldies Hip Hop / Open Format SATURDAY 10:30 P.M. TO 4:00 A.M. House /Deep House

Reservations at Saxony Bar are required, and strongly encouraged for The Living Room.

In-house guests may dial the concierge at 4037 for reservations.

HALLOWEEN AT FAENA Trick or treat this All Hallows' Eve with a freakishly fabulous fete at The Living Room.

Jane Austen meets zombie apocalypse at this year’s Glam Death Halloween bash. Get gothic in a Victorian gown bedecked in lace and satin and sip on cryptic cocktails from resident mixologists as a live band rocks the night away in vampy medieval attire. Bewitching candlelight flickers on tiny blessed altars, reminding you to heed the signs of spirits as you party on this ghostly, spooky night. At no other point in the year is the veil between living

and dead sheerer, so if a shiver runs down your spine, take a seat with our clairvoyant palm or tarot card readers, who will bridge the gap between the dead and the living while spinning predictions of the mysterious future that awaits you.

In-house guests may dial the concierge at 4037 for more information and reservations.

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Halloween Party The Living Room 9:00 p.m.

OCTOBER FEATURED COCKTAIL JAPANESE SMOKED OLD FASHIONED An inventive take on the classic Old Fashioned, this aromatic cocktail combines Toki Japanese Whiskey infused with orange peel, Bigallet China China liqueur and Drambuie. Once stirred, the concoction is placed in a smoker with cherry wood chips for added flavor and served over ice and frozen orange peel.

Available at Pao by Paul Qui

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Subversive and Immersive Art With Naama Tsabar The larger-than-life presence of Israeli-born and New York-based performance artist Naama Tsabar graced the Faena Art Center Buenos Aires last month.

Tsabar’s innovative, site-specific piece, “Melodies of Certain Damage (Opus 2)”, compelled the audience to question issues like power, eroticism, gender, and memory through radical artistry. Her sonic installation employed female and gender-nonconforming artists to break with traditional divides between popular music and contemporary art and create an entirely new immersive experience. Harkening back to the title of the work, Tsabar appropriated the male machismo act of breaking a guitar on stage during a rock performance, an act steeped in sex and violence. She then used pieces of these broken instruments to compose music and create a

quiet but meaningful dialogue. Alan Faena commissioned the work of this world-renowned artist to exemplify “our commitment to supporting artists as they work across disciplines and geographic boundaries.”

Performing within the Sala Molinos but refusing to scale up her performance to fit the huge venue, Tsabar created another of the subversive gestures that define her work. Her composure with the smashed totems of sex/masculine/punk flips the script, embracing the opposite tropes— the lyrical, the feminine, the delicate.

Tsabar’s works often draw elements of sex and sensuality—she plays with the construct of experience in high-concept installations

and performances using “found items.” A selection of her solo installations includes Pianissimo Gallery, Milan (2009) and Art Statements Art Basel (2008), Dvir Gallery, Tel-Aviv (2007), and Herziliya Museum for Contemporary Art, Israel (2006). Faena Art hosted “Melodies of Certain Damage (Opus 2)” for a week before it opened to the public during the weekend of Art Basel Cities: Buenos Aires in September.

For more information about Naama Tsabar’s performance installation at Faena Art Center Buenos Aires, visit www.faenaart.org

Tsabar creates experiential, sculptural, sonic installations that explore questions of power, eroticism, gender and memory. Her sensually driven installations, performances, and sculptures address the implicit gender roles and coded behavior of music and nightlife.

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ESCAPE TO AN ETERNAL SUMMER As the rest of the country drifts into cooler weather and brisk winds, it’s endless summer at Faena Miami Beach.

Make Faena a Holiday Tradition

Relax to the sound of lapping waves from one of our brand new day beds, featuring retractable shade coverings to provide as much or as little sunshine as you prefer. We’re leveling-up the experience of bronzing your skin to a sun-kissed glow with these plush beachside beds—an exclusive and luxurious perk that’s hard to come by in Miami Beach. A welcome fruit bowl and complimentary non-alcoholic beverages will refresh your energy after a long, lazy dip in crystalline ocean waters while dedicated beach butlers will deliver any of our chefs’ hand-selected snacks directly to your private bed.

As summer wanes into fall, blink your eyes and the holiday season will arrive. There’s no better time than the present to lock in special pricing on exclusive holiday packages.

A Holiday to Remember Whether you’re planning Hannukah festivities or joyfully toasting to the New Year, Faena’s Holiday Cheers package offers preferred rates on holiday room blocks and plenty of perks to choose from when you book before October 30th. Lavish attendees with a complimentary welcome cocktail, light up the stage with a live DJ performance,

and capture memories with friends, family or coworkers in a free photo booth. Would your group most enjoy a private host room or a bevy of exquisitely prepared desserts? The choice is yours; the pleasure is ours.

For more information, please contact Faena’s Events Team at events-miamibeach@faena.com

Photo: Fred Marcus Studio

Plan an over-the-top seasonal celebration with Faena’s team of experts to guide you every step of the way.

Leave behind the daily grind and whisk yourself away to the sun-kissed shores of Faena Miami Beach.

While you wiggle your toes in the powdery sand and shade yourself under our signature red-and-white striped umbrellas, we’ll handle every single detail of your seasonal escape.

Those who plan with our exclusive Advanced Purchase offer can enjoy up to 25% off the nightly rate of their oceanfront accommodations, while those with little ones in tow will benefit from Faena For Families, offering a host of discounts and amenities tailored to families of all ages. Spacious rooms and rollaway beds are just the beginning. Your crew will clamor for American-style breakfasts served on our poolside Veranda, and complimentary half-day Faena Play sessions ensure you can. While away the hours with live entertainment at The Living Room, or

sip cinnamon-spiced cocktails in the glamorous setting of The Saxony Bar. Prix-fixe holiday menus at Pao and Los Fuegos feature classic favorites like succulent turkey and cranberry sauce on Thanksgiving and sumptuous South American asados charred to perfection on Christmas Day. On New Year’s Eve, tango dancers and live musical acts will get you grooving into 2019 while the bubbly flows and fireworks illuminate Miami Beach’s tropical skies. Whichever package you choose, relax in knowing that we’ve planned every moment of your stay with our typical Faena twist, freeing you to forge new traditions with friends and family.

Offers based on availability and restrictions apply For Reservations, dial +1 305 535 4697 or e-mail reservations-miamibeach@faena.com

To counter a day of sandy sunshine, indulge in Faena’s signature poolside cabanas abundant in over-the-top outdoor amenities. Lounge on a signature Faena-red chaise while sheer white curtains billow in the sea breeze. Cool off in the pool, and cap off the red-letter day with a chilled bottle of Champagne, Perrier-Jouët ‘Grand Brut’ NV. Whether poolside or by the shore, Faena offers year-round pampering at every step.

Offer based on availability. For reservations, dial +1 305 535 4697 or e-mail reservations-miamibeach@faena.com

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Nurture Your Inner Illumination October at Tierra Santa Healing House abounds with opportunities to invigorate the body and calm the soul.

PUT YOUR FALL FACE FORWARD

PERFECT SKIN

As the seasons change, so too do your skincare needs. Pamper yourself from head to toe at Tierra Santa Healing House, where every treatment uses state-of the-art technology and trusted skincare brands like Biologique Recherche and Naturopathica.

BY DR. ROBERTA DEL CAMPO TIERRA SANTA HEALING HOUSE WELLNESS COLLABORATOR I often get asked the question, “How do I make my pores smaller?” Like many things about your body, pore size is genetically determined and cannot be changed. However, here is some good news: You can minimize the appearance. Here’s how:

Lead Esthetician Flo Virzi recommends scheduling a facial every 30 days—a full skin cycle—to accelerate the natural exfoliation process and encourage the vital new cell growth essential to a healthy complexion.

After months of summer heat, the Biologique Recherche Le Soin Equilibrant Facial soothes and decongests the skin, quenches dehydrated tissue, and eliminates signs of aging. Coming from colder climates, where harsh, chilly winds can irritate and stress your face? Look no further than the Masque Biologique Recherche Feerie, a guest-favorite collagen mask that plumps the skin and provides rejuvenating hydration. Highly trained estheticians customize treatments to the unique skincare needs of both men and women, using nourishing full-body massages, deep cleanses, and the latest facial and healing modality techniques to deliver benefits that go well beyond skin deep.

1. Sebaceous glands pump out oil that fills pores, making them appear larger.

By reducing the oil that’s produced, you can temporarily “minimize” large pores.

Retin-A or retinol-based products nightly are my go-to. Alpha-hydroxy-acid-based peel pads also help.

2. Unclog your pores. Clogged pores that are full of trapped dead skin cells appear larger, so unclogging can make them appear smaller. Consider an at-home clay or charcoal-based mask weekly.

3. Exfoliate. There are two types of exfoliators: Physical exfoliators are scrubs that unclog your pores through friction; Chemical exfoliators such as alpha hydroxy acids and retinoids dissolve the sticky glue-like substance that clogs the pores; no scrubbing is needed. When you exfoliate, you remove dead skin cells from the upper skin layer revealing new skin that looks brighter and smoother and feels significantly softer.

It’s easy to overdo exfoliation, so be careful. Once to twice a week is enough for most people. If your skin becomes red, dry, or irritated, stop exfoliating.

4. Use a makeup primer. Primers that have silicone fill in the pores, making them look smaller and providing a smooth base for your makeup.

To book a consultation with Dr. Del Campo, please email spamiami@faena. com or call +1 786 655 5570. In-house guests may dial Tierra Santa at 3217 for more information

Stretch Into Healing

In-house guests may dial Tierra Santa at 3217 to book. For more information and reservations, please email spamiami@faena. com or call +1 786 655 5570.

Faena Miami Beach offers a warm namaste to David Alan, the new yoga instructor at Tierra Santa Healing House.

David creates a transcendental experience for guests by combining the art of aromatherapy with his passion for yoga. Certified at the highest level of Yoga Alliance accreditation, David pairs his tremendous depth of training with a charming, fun approach suitable for yogis of all skill levels. Enhance your internal strength at classes that offer far more than Downward Dog. After an invigorating yoga session, tap into David’s extensive knowledge of essentials oils—every session ends with a deep-dive into how using the right oils can grow and enhance your daily life. Used in preventative care, childbirth and the treatment of medical ailments, essential oils can be harnessed not just your well-being, but that of your loved ones as well.

A perfect accompaniment to Ashtanga yoga is the daily Twin Hearts meditation led by Spa Director Agustina Caminos. Explore your energy fields and cleanse blocked pathways through a framework of Pranic Healing,

an ancestral healing modality practiced all over the world by doctors, therapists, acupuncturists, and healers. Align your body’s prana during this guided meditation and experience sharper mental acuity; decreased stress, anxiety, and depression; a deeper and vaster feeling of self-worth; and greater oneness in your relationships.

In-house guests may dial Tierra Santa at 3217 to book. For more information and reservations, please email spamiami@faena.com or call +1 786 655 5570.

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Ashtanga Yoga Tierra Santa Studio 10:00 am

Twin Hearts Meditation DAILY Tierra Santa Studio 3:00 – 4:00 pm

Ashtanga Yoga instructor David Alan will lead a Healing Essential Oils workshop on October 6 to teach how the miraculous powers of oil infusions can heal the mind from past trauma, soothe through spells of anxiety or depression, and lift the spirit during life’s most trying moments.

On October 12, find inner-illumination through the powerful teachings of Master Choa Kok Sui and Agustina Caminos, who use what the Chinese call “chi,” or life force, to guide participants through the intricate anatomy of energy fields, chakra alignment and pranic healing. Cleanse negative energy while using mindfulness to ascend to a greater state of mental wellbeing.

Beneath the powerful full moon on October 24, forge a path to enlightenment with Agustina’s Twin Hearts Meditation, where wellness-seekers will vibrate on a higher plane of awareness and open their hearts to joy and abundance. This intimate event is part of Modern OM’s 21-day Cushion Crawl across Miami’s most beautiful, unique meditation venues. Every day from October 22-November 11, conscious citizens accepting the challenge will explore

new, vibrant means of unlocking their inner forcefield. No location is repeated twice, so join for the kickoff event at Perez Art Museum, as well as stops at Soundscape Park, Soho House, Upper Buena Vista, Design District, and The Sacred Space. Modern OM and Tierra Santa are natural partners for this endeavor, as both are on a mission to raise human consciousness.

In-house guests may dial Tierra Santa at 3217 to book. For more information and reservations, please email spamiami@faena.com or call +1 786 655 5570.

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Essential Oils Workshop Tierra Santa Healing House 11:15 am - 12:30 pm Pranic Healing Conference Tierra Santa Studio 3:00 - 5:00 pm Full Moon Twin Hearts Meditation Mammoth Garden 7:00 - 8:00 pm

CUTTING EDGES If the summer heat has left your mane dry and limp, head to the Rossano Ferretti Salon at Tierra Santa Healing House to nourish your locks back to life.

Revive dull and damaged hair with an indulgent Prodigio treatment rich in hydrolyzed keratin that leaves hair radiantly smooth by deeply penetrating the hair shaft and restoring cuticles.

For color-treated hair, opt for a Dolce treatment. The no-rinse, detangling spray is also rich in hydrolyzed proteins that help prolong hair color while minimizing breakage and frizz. And to restore a healthy shine, look no further than the salon’s Brillante treatment, an intensely hydrating, no-rinse shining oil with a protective UV filter that leaves tresses soft, shiny and strong.

In-house guests may dial the Salon at 4385.

For more information and reservations, call +1 786 655 5570.

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Give Thanks For Delicious Menus Celebrate the holiday season with Faena’s inspired Thanksgiving Day menus.

Whether dining at Los Fuegos or Pao, guests can indulge in delicious dishes with a traditional spirit and fresh Faena take. That means exquisitely prepared turkey and plenty of pie—while also blending in surprising flavors that complement and delight.

Influenced by South American food traditions, Los Fuegos' allday Asado immerses diners in an extravagant six-station buffet

featuring such seasonal favorites as whole roasted turkey and smoked cranberry sauce paired with flavorful sides like chorizo and fennel stuffing and smoked eggplant salad. Sip from red, white, or sparkling wine and give thanks for the meal over one of a dozen eye-popping desserts.

At Pao, celebrants enjoy a threecourse feast tempered with creative international fusions. A

tempting starter of caramelized miso soup sets the stage, followed by succulent adobo turkey with all the trimmings, and a signature Chef Frederic dessert as a final flourish.

PASSWORD, PLEASE? Uncover a world of exotic experiences and seductive encounters whispering forbidden pleasures in your ear.

In-house guests may dial the Concierge at 4037 for more information. Reservations can be made at +1 786 655 5600.

Enthrall your senses at El Secreto, an exclusive late-night gathering held every Thursday at Saxony Bar. The password changes weekly at this invite-only soiree, which tempts and thrills. Leggy models adorned with blacklight paint and dancers from Faena Theater know how to keep all eyes on them during live DJ sets of classic house music. Sidle up to the bar with a specialty cocktail in hand as a rotating set of evocative performances showcase scintillating bondage fantasies and sophisticated pleasures. El Secreto is your passage to a darker side of Faena Miami Beach, a hidden world that captivates, excites, and mesmerizes. Remember: It’s only a secret if you keep it.

In-house guests may dial the concierge at 4037 for more information and reservations.

CULINARY CHEMISTRY

The Makings of an Asado Temple A common dream of culinary excellence united Argentine visionaries Alan Faena and Chef Francis Mallmann.

With a mind toward infusing elements of South American art, culture, and food into every aspect of Faena Miami Beach, Alan Faena invited Mallmann to create a restaurant after his own heart. A sophisticated grillmaster, Mallman is renowned for his earthy take on food—made with solid, singular ingredients like meat, salt and wine—and for passionately embracing his Patagonian heritage through traditional cooking methods. Born from the union of these two artists, Los Fuegos quickly became a byword for excellence among those seeking an elevated South American dining experience.

From the beginning, Mallmann had a hand in engineering the asado temple that would encapsulate his aesthetic and experience. In-

stalling an enormous bespoke wood-burning oven (dubbed “the piano”) was but one necessary element, as was a traditional cast-iron plancha for searing meat and vegetables, and an open flame to create the luscious asado (barbecue) that is his birthright. The restaurant’s floorplan also aligns with Faena and Mallmann’s goal to inspire curiosity among guests—diners intrigued by the elemental cooking style can seat themselves at an outdoor counter and admire the graceful choreography of open-flame cooking in the elegantly rugged kitchen.

In-house guests may dial the Concierge at 4037 for more information. Reservations can be made at +1 786 655 5600.

On October 10, Pao by Paul Qui will welcome celebrated chefs Michael Lewis and Raheem Sealy to Faena Miami Beach for the next installment of its Chef Collective series, a gastronomic event in which chefs from around the world come together to create an innovative menu of unpredictable flavors.

Hailing from KYU, a James Beard nominee for “Best New Restaurant” based in Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood, the dynamic duo will join Pao Executive Chef Paul Qui and Chef de Cuisine Benjamin Murray to create a collection of Asian-inspired dishes fusing KYU’s signature wood-fire cooking with Pao’s inventive ingredient pairings, along with a selection of “sneak previews” of new menu offerings at KYU and Pao ahead of their public debuts.

In-house guests may dial the Concierge at 4037 for more information. To book your table, please call +1 786 655 5600.

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Chef Collective Pao by Paul Qui Seatings from 7:00 to 7:30pm

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Rituals around the never-ending cycle of life and death PARTY BEYOND THE VEIL

Knowing the world, the secret nature of death has led to some of the most beautiful cults. to visit the world of the living–in this case, during the seventh month of the lunisolar calendar, the ghost month. But the festival also honors their presence with offerings and mostly vegetarian banquets. The dead are then routed onto barges with lanterns on the rivers to prevent their straying along the way.

Join the revelry on Halloween weekend for a Día de los Muertos fete inspired by the Hispanic tradition of family and friends honoring their beloved departed on a spiritual journey to the beyond.

We’ll celebrate the day with a sultry Dark Circus theme, where lavishly outfitted performers and guests mingle amidst atmospheric live music. Raise a glass to the immortal souls of those lost to us in the Library Lounge, where signature author cocktails like the “Madame Bovary”—Hennessy V.S., Ristretto Nespresso, passion fruit syrup, and cinnamon bitter—create striking combinations. Leave behind ordinary and join us to party beyond the veil.

Reservations can be made at +54 11 4010 9200 or at reservasuniverse@ faenahotels.com. For more information on Faena Buenos Aires, visit www.faena.com/ buenos-aires

HONOR YOUR MAMA Mark the calendar for Mother’s Day at Faena Buenos Aires on October 21st.

Dip Your Toes Into Spring As spring breathes warmth into the Southern Hemisphere, so too do the waters warm at Buenos Aires' most dramatic pool.

At Faena Hotel Buenos Aires, the famous capital’s place to see and be seen, the caress of sultry spring breezes and kiss of radiant sunshine hint at summer’s vibrant approach.

Cozy up to the magnificent Poolbar, an oasis from the city’s thrumming energy, and tipple refreshing handcrafted summer drinks mixed with Argentinian flair. On our springtime love

list: "La Maga," an invigorating flavor blend of Peruvian Pisco, Cointreau, lemon, and herbal syrup crowned with a splash of Malamado. By day, doze on a plush chaise lounge, slip into the pool’s tranquil waters, and banish all thoughts of winter with a restorative deep tissue massage.

By night, the atmosphere shimmers with possibilities: Poolbar

becomes a hip meeting spot featuring sexy live music beneath the twinkling glow of hanging lights.

Always open for guests, nonguests can also experience the Faena magic with a Daily Pool Pass, which includes pool access, use of chairs and towels, and Faena Spa’s outstanding services, including meditation sessions, a gym, sauna, and hammam.

Reservations can be made at +54 11 4010 9200 or at reservasuniverse@faenahotels.com.

For more information on Faena Buenos Aires, visit www.faena. com/buenos-aires

Among all the ways by which humankind celebrates its existence, the funeral rite may be the most symbolic of all. The mythical and arcane nature of the rite ensures its place as a ritual linking states of being; life and death.

Ceremonies and processions consecrate this most universal of procedures, as well as the protective deities surrounding the event. Funeral rites have existed since humankind first understood these two fundamental concepts: consciousness and impermanence. Every rite is an initiation. And in this sense, the death cult emerged from the traditional practice of releasing participants from fear of mystery, from latent uncertainty, and to offer up a sense of liberty and detachment, (and all in an unedited, possibly absolute, manifestation).

An unavoidable, and often involuntary, part of all of this is the preparation for death that has itself gestated all manner of cults: psycho-dramatic techniques and performative rituals that elevate one to the point of ecstasy and harmony. Then, too, there are proverbial thoughts, enunciated over the centuries: he who fears death will never enjoy life.

Originally organized as a day for mothers to exchange views on pressing issues, this 19th century Argentine tradition evolved into a celebration for those who gave us life. At El Mercado, families can indulge in an opulent Mother’s Day Brunch elevating the traditional flavors of Argentina.

Sample pink salmon ceviche alongside cured hams, poached eggs, artisanal breads, and a sumptuous cheese selection. Afterwards, mothers can cultivate inner peace at the Faena Spa, where the six-hour celebratory package of yoga, aromatherapy massage, hammam, and meditation will leave the soul calm and chakras aligned.

Mahalaya; Day of the Spirits Mahalaya is an ancient Hindu ceremony celebrated during October in India. From earliest times, men and women visited the Ganges River to bath but also to recite litanies and chants devoted to the dead. Back at home, people recite the “Chandipath,” one of the oldest mantras uttered for the reincarnation of the goddess, Durga.

This was often prayed at nightfall to scare away demons. The frequency with which these songs are recited is said to increase the fecundity of the magic. During the same day, the idyllic “Chakku dan” ritual often takes place. In this, the eyes of the goddess are drawn.

Reservations can be made at +54 11 4010 9200 or at reservasuniverse@ faenahotels.com. For more information on Faena Buenos Aires, visit www.faena.com/ buenos-aires

The Festival of the Hungry Ghosts In Buddhism and Taoism, the “Festival of the Hungry Ghosts” provides an opportunity to help the souls of the underworld ascend and transmute their suffering. Like many traditions that make offerings to the dead, this ceremony is based on the ancient belief that the dead are granted a day

The Procession of the Cows (Gai Jatra) In Nepal, it’s believed that death is an everyday occurrence. In this way, the concept is introduced in preparation for the acceptance of fate and the inevitable. In Hindu belief, life is only a vehicle of initiation and purification from a world to which we don’t truly belong. Based on these premises, the procession (Ghinta Ghisi), refers to death and the dead. But it’s celebrated with special joy and a beautiful parade of masks, makeup, costumes and other elements during a season of beatitude each August. The name, Gai Jatra, literally refers to the procession led by the cattle, sacred animals with the ability to guide spirits back to the kingdom of Yama.

Día de los Muertos (Mexican Day of the Dead) Death itself is a cult of a most primitive cosmogony, and it’s one of the most common ways to connect with divinity and the mysteries thereof in Mexico. As unlikely as it is to smile at death, or to even laugh in death’s face, that is rather the point of the Day of the Dead. Here, death is honored through colors, sugary skulls and marigold flowers for those dead who dare visit the earthly planes during the first days of November. The mortuary ritual has transmuted over time into a joyous celebration, the origins of which begin in ancient pre-Columbian civilizations where the dead would, each year, head off for a distant and different existence.

Records bear mention of a number of underworlds known to the ancients, but Mictlán, an underworld guarded by the gods, Mictlantecuhtli and Mictecacíhuatl, was most commonly understood as the land of the dead. An underworld beneath the earth, like a seed awaiting resurrection, it remains a poetry of eternal return.

Left column: Yama, the Lord of Death, holding the Wheel of Life / Welcome Trust. Right column: Calavera Catrina by Jose Guadalupe Posada.

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Faena Rose Faena Rose is our art and culture-based private members club, which brings together a dynamic community of likeminded individuals through a robust, year-round calendar of the most engaging and transformative cultural experiences.

This October, Faena Rose is delighted to host a diverse lineup of culturally enriching events, including a guest chef dinner created by James Beard Award winner and beloved "Top Chef" alum, Chef Nina Compton, where she will brilliantly mix the rich culinary heritage of New Orleans with those of her Caribbean roots, classical French culinary training, and deep experience with Italian cuisine; a conversation and dinner with acclaimed artist Xaviera Simmons coinciding with Sundown, her solo exhibition at David Castillo Gallery; a special, pre-release screening of the mystery-thriller "Bad Times at the El Royale", starring Jeff Bridges, Chris Hemsworth, Jon Hamm, and Dakota Johnson; as well as an exclusive screening of "A Star is Born", the highly-anticipated film starring Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga.

For more information about Faena Rose, contact rosemembership@faena.com Follow @Faena.Rose on Instagram for more highlights, happenings, and everything in between.

A PARTY FIT FOR QUEEN Rock the Mic is back at Faena Theater with a special Queen - inspired edition on Tuesday, October 2 at Faena Miami Beach.

With special appearances from actors Rami Malek, Joseph Mazzello, and Gwilym Lee, who star as Freddie Mercury and fellow Queen bandmates, respectively, in the highly anticipated film, “Bohemian Rhapsody”, this live band karaoke event is sure to be a foot-stomping celebration of one of music’s most revolutionary bands.

Invitation only. For more information, please dial the Concierge at 4037.

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Rock the Mic Faena Theater From 8:00 p.m.

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First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm DJ Set The Living Room from 8:00 pm

Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm

Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm

Ashtanga Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm / The Saxony Bar from 10:30 pm

Ashtanga Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am Essential Oils Workshop.

Tierra Santa Healing House. 11:15 am - 12:30 pm

Ashtanga Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm / The Saxony Bar from 10:30 pm

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Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am Sunday Asado Los Fuegos. 12:00-4:00 pm (Not Your) Basic Brunch Casa Faena. 11:00 am-3:00 pm

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First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm DJ Set The Living Room from 8:00 pm

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Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am Chef Collective. Pao by Paul Qui. 7:00-7:30 pm First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm

Ashtanga Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am

First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm / The Saxony Bar from 10:30 pm

First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm / The Saxony Bar from 10:30 pm

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Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am Pranic Healing Conference. Tierra Santa Studio. 3:00-5:00 pm Epicurean

Sunday Asado Los Fuegos. 12:00-4:00 pm (Not Your) Basic Brunch Casa Faena. 11:00 am-3:00 pm

Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm DJ Set The Living Room from 8:00 pm

Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm

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Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm

Ashtanga Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm / The Saxony Bar from 10:30 pm

First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm / The Saxony Bar from 10:30 pm

First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm / The Saxony Bar from 10:30 pm Samsara Opening Night Faena Theater.

Show 9:oo pm

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First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm

Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am Sunday Asado Los Fuegos. 12:00-4:00 pm (Not Your) Basic Brunch Casa Faena. 11:00 am-3:00 pm Entertainment

Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm DJ Set The Living Room from 8:00 pm

First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm

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First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm Marcos Valle in Concert Faena Theater. 9:oo pm

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Sunday Asado Los Fuegos. 12:00-4:00 pm (Not Your) Basic Brunch Casa Faena. 11:00 am-3:00 pm

First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm

Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am Full Moon Meditation Mammoth Garden.

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Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am

Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am

First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm DJ Set The Living Room from 8:00 pm

First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm

Ashtanga Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm / The Saxony Bar from 10:30 pm Samsara Cabaret Faena Theater. Show 9:oo pm

First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm / The Saxony Bar from 10:30 pm Samsara Cabaret Faena Theater.

Dinner 8:00 pm, Show 9:oo pm

First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm / The Saxony Bar from 10:30 pm Halloween Party The Living Room.

From 9:oo pm Samsara Cabaret Faena Theater.

Dinner 8:00 pm, Show 9:oo pm

Hatha Yoga. Tierra Santa Studio. 10:00 am First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm

First Call. Casa Faena 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Live Music & DJs The Living Room from 8:00 pm *Calendar of Events is subject to change. Please check with the concierge to confirm days and times. For Live Music and DJs details, please check our website: www.faena.com/miami-beach/entertainment

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