Live Doral Magazine | August 2016

PISCO Y NAZCA OPENS!

DORAL’S FIRST PER UVIAN GASTROBAR

BACK TO SCHOOL TREATS

ALEJANDRA LUGO BELLEZA, CARISMA & SENSIBILIDAD SOCIAL

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ST. AUGUSTINE

ALEJANDRA LUGO

BOJANINI

CONTENTS 12 Make room for more with interior design 14 Getting your child ready for hospital stay 16 Cool back to school treats 18 Adios Cancer 20 Bojanini art gallery 22 Pisco y Nazca Opens in Doral 24 Eat better, feel better Fit Me Challenge 26 Alejandra Lugo - Entrevista 30 Trastornos de la personalidad (Parte 2) 32 Outdoor living design 34 Travel - Discover the nations oldest city St. Augustine 36 Back to School Preparations 38 Councilman Pete Cabrera Expands Doral’s Horizons 39 Receta - Pasta a la carbonara 42 Grand Opening Unlimited Real Estate ON OUR COVER: Alejandra Lugo PHOTOGRAPHER: Loan Jo HAIR AND MAKEUP: Omar Sanz CLOTHING: Cattiva Boutique Downtown Doral LOCATION: Pisco y Nazca Downtown Doral 8

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Dear Family & Friends of Doral,

Queridos familiares y amigos de Doral,

I am pleased to present the anniversary edition of Live Doral Magazine! We are grateful for the acceptance and warm welcome we have received from the city of Doral and all of its residents over the past two years.

We take pride in fulfilling our commitment to providing informative and interesting articles as well as partnering with, and featuring our local businesses in each month’s issue. This month we have a combination of articles to help with the transition from “summertime” to “back to school”. A new school year is similar to the start of a new calendar year and both parents and students should take this time to plan and set new goals and accomplishments that they wish to achieve this coming year. For many of our little ones the new school year means having to get up early, doing chores, and HOMEWORK! As parents we should explain the importance of learning to be responsible, and, clearly explaining the difference between play time, and study time. I encourage you to read the article from Jeannette Acevedo from Downtown Doral Charter School for more information on this topic.

This month we feature Alejandra Lugo on our cover. Known for being the voice and face presenting many events in our city through Doral City Map, Alejandra has captivated us with her beauty, charisma and personality by supporting many local charities such as Perla de Esperanza.

We also feature the new and very popular restaurant Pisco y Nazca on our front cover. I recommend everyone to visit them and enjoy a Peruvian dining experience right here in Doral. One of my favorite dishes is the grilled octopus accompanied with chimichurri and a potato cake, although I have no doubt that whatever you order at this gastro bar will always be mouthwatering.

I hope you enjoy this edition as much as we do!

Happy new school year 2016-2017!

En esta oportunidad quiero celebrar con ustedes el segundo aniversario de Live Doral Magazine, estamos muy agradecidos por habernos permitido entrar en sus hogares y negocios durante estos dos años.

Cumpliendo nuestro compromiso de proveerles artículos informativos y de crecimiento personal y familiar; este mes hemos seleccionado una combinación de artículos que les sirva a ustedes de transición entre lo que nos queda del verano y el “vuelta a clases”. Sabemos que el vuelta a clases significa prácticamente un nuevo periodo de vida, una oportunidad de establecer nuevas metas y de empezar de nuevo, pero para los chiquitos significa “me tendré que levantar de nuevo temprano, tendré que hacer tareas, no podré jugar como lo hago en vacaciones” y no hay duda que para muchos habrá ciertos temores sobre lo desconocido que le ha de venir. Les gustara saber las recomendaciones que la directora del Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School Jeannette Acevedo ha compartido de manera exclusiva especialmente para ustedes.

Con mucha alegría lucimos en nuestra portada a Alejandra Lugo, conocida en nuestra ciudad por ser la presentadora del Doral City Map. Alejandra nos ha cautivado por su belleza, su carisma y sobre todo porque representa a la chica latina realizando el sueño americano, demostrando que tiene los pies bien sobre la tierra ya que ha tomado muy en serio unirse y apoyar a tantas causas humanitarias como lo ha hecho con la organización Perla de Esperanza. Para aquellos que nos siguen en nuestras redes sociales, las cuales ahora incluye el famoso Snapchat, pudieron notar que nos divertimos mucho haciendo la sesión de fotos en el nuevo restaurante en Downtown Doral “Pisco y Nazca”.

Aprovecho para recomendar que los visiten y puedan disfrutar de una experiencia gastronómica peruana aquí mismo en Doral. Uno de mis platos preferidos es el plancha pulpo con chimichurri y torta de papa, aunque no tengo duda que lo que pida en este gastrobar será siempre deleitable.

Espero disfruten de esta publicación tanto como nosotros!

Feliz nuevo año escolar 2016-2017!

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Due to the increasing cost of rent in Doral, I began to explore and research how people could live comfortably in smaller spaces. As an interior designer, my goal is to maximize the use of a space as much as possible.

Consequently, I want to share some of the best strategies that you can use to prevent cluttering and create extra storage space around your home.

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mall living spaces should be seen as a blessing in disguise. As human beings, we tend to accommodate to our surroundings. Living in a confined space can, thus, ignite your creative nature and mold you into a crafty person.

One of the major advantages of living in a compact home or apartment is that you are more aware of what you have. As a result, you are quickly forced to determine what you need to keep and what you can or should throw away.

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TIP #1: Avoid the clutter and learn how to “let go”. Make time to go through and clean out all of your unnecessary items.

Once the clutter is out of the way, you can now use that space to store all of the items that you constantly use and that look great.

Space can sometimes hide in the most conspicuous places. Often times I see that there is a substantial amount of space that is being unused, space that the clients were not even aware of.

Tip #3: Functional furniture pieces can beautifully display or discretely hide the things lying around the house. However, if vertical organization is not your style, you can always place your items on furniture.

For instance, 16” wide bookcases can be squeezed into living or dining room corners.

Bathroom grid towers can be used to place towels, opening up space in your bathroom cabinets. Nowadays, dining tables, coffee tables, and pull up bed’s bases are all incorporating hidden storage in their design.

TIP #2: Check your vertical spaces and consider which of them you may use to Sarah C. Amiuny create extra storage or room. One way to @scainteriors address this is to make use of your vertical scainteriordesign@gmail.com space. You can store items above the kitchen cabinets and clothing racks. Another quite unknown, yet practical trick is to place a wall shelf above the doors. High ceiling houses can also construct loft bedrooms or mezzanines that function as an office area.

GETTING YOUR CHILD READY FOR A

HOSPITAL STAY

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or many children, hospitalization and spending the night away from the familiar comforts of their own beds can be one of the most stressful experiences of their young lives. Since the hospital is a place most children have never been before, parents need for them to understand why going there is necessary so they can feel safe and secure during their stay. Preparing children to go to the hospital can help them feel reassured, cooperate better, and have fewer post-hospital adjustment problems and anxiety.

Parents can help their little ones pack an overnight bag, and children can take their special stuffed animal or toy with them for comfort. Prior to the visit, parents should make sure the child doesn’t have any misunderstandings about going to the hospital and dispelling any feelings of fear or guilt. This also gives children the opportunity to think of and ask questions so they can clear up any misconceptions about their upcoming hospital experience.

Common fears children may have about going to the hospital include being away from family and experiencing pain. To help children deal with these stressors, parents can: fdfArrange for a tour of the hospital before admission.

Talk about what will happen to them in general, understandable terms so they know what to expect.

Emphasize that the child has not done anything wrong and is not being punished.

Explain the benefits of going to the hospital, such as; “After you have surgery for your broken leg, you will be able to do gymnastics again.”

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Encourage the child to ask the nurses and doctors questions.

Be understanding if the child starts to express fears about going to the hospital or displays regressive behavior.

For more information about getting your child ready for a hospital stay, talk with your doctor or call 877-712-2402 for a free referral to a pediatrician near you.

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Summer

BACK TO SCHOOL TREATS As kids, no summer was complete without some Bomb Pops or Fudgsicles from the ice cream truck. But delicious hot-weather snacks aren’t just for the young ones. These dozens of inventive frozen desserts are perfect for your next dinner party. You’ll never settle for store-bought ice pops again!

COCONUT MANGO POPSICLES ROASTED STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM POPSICLES

HIBISCUS AND MINTY WATERMELON POPSICLES

Ingredients -3/4 cup water -2 tablespoons dried hibiscus flowers -1 inch fresh ginger, peeled + finely chopped or grated for more flavor -1/4 cup honey, add 1-2 tablespoons more for a sweeter pop -1/4 cup fresh mint (you can also use basil) -4-5 cups fresh watermelon -the juice of 1 lemon -Order Ingredients Powered by Chicory Instructions Bring the water to a boil in a medium size pot.

Remove from the heat and add the hibiscus flowers, ginger, honey and mint leaves.

Cover and let steep for 20 minutes. Strain into a blender and discard the used hibiscus flowers, ginger and mint.To the blender, add the the watermelon and lemon juice. Blend until smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer/sieve or into a bowl lined with cheesecloth. Squeeze out all the juice and discard the watermelon pulp.Pour the mixture among 8 popsicle molds. Place the molds in the freezer and freeze for 1 hour. Remove and insert popsicle sticks. Return to the freezer and freeze until firm, about 4 hours. To remove the popsicles run the mold under hot water for 10 seconds and then pull the popsicles out of the molds. Store in the freezer.

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Ingredients -1 lb strawberries, hulled and halved -2-3 tsp good-quality balsamic vinegar (optional) -1/2 cup pure maple syrup (or honey), divided -1-1/2 cups full fat canned coconut milk* -1 tsp pure vanilla extract -small pinch fine sea salt

When you need a 10-minute vacation, these coconut mango popsicles will help take you to a tropical destination. Sweet, satisfying, and easy to make, these frozen popsicles are a great summer treat!

Ingredients MANGO PUREE: -2 1/2 cups mango chunks, fresh or frozen -1/2 cup pineapple juice COCONUT PUREE: -1 cup canned coconut milk -2 Tbsp granulated sugar, or desired sweetener -2 Tbsp low-fat yogurt -2 Tbsp water Instructions In a blender or food processor, puree mango chunks and pineapple juice until smooth.

Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

In another bowl, combine coconut milk, sugar, yogurt, and water. Stir until homogenous.

Pour 2 Tbsp of mango puree into each popsicle mold. Place in freezer for 15 minutes until almost solid.

Remove mold from freezer, add 1 Tbsp coconut puree to molds. Place in freezer for 10 minutes. Add 1 Tbsp mango puree. Insert wooden sticks into popsicle mold. Freeze for another 10 minutes. Pour remaining coconut puree into molds until liquid reaches the top of the mold.

Return mold in the freezer. Freeze for at least 4 hours to fully set.

Instructions Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Arrange the strawberries in an even layer on a parchment paper-lined sheet pan. Drizzle lightly with the balsamic vinegar, if using. Roast until the strawberries are soft and fragrant, about 20 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes on the pan, then transfer to a bowl (including juices) and let cool to room-temperature.

Add the roasted strawberries and 1/4 cup of maple syrup to a food processor or blender, and pulse a few times to combine. The mixture should still be a bit chunky, with small bites of fruit throughout.

In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the coconut milk (or dairy of choice) and the remaining 1/4 cup maple syrup, adding more or less sweetener as needed, to taste.

Remember that the sweetness will mellow once frozen. Stir in the vanilla and salt.

For blended popsicles: Add the cream mixture to the food processor/blender and pulse until just combined. Divide between 10 popsicle molds and freeze until set, about 4 hours. After 30 minutes, place a popsicle stick in each pop, and continue freezing.

For layered/swirled popsicles: Spoon a tablespoon or two of the strawberry mixture into the bottom of each popsicle mold. Top with a bit of the cream, and continue layering until all the molds are evenly filled. Freeze until set, about 4 hours. After 30 minutes, place a popsicle stick in each pop, and continue freezing.

To remove the popsicles: Place the popsicle mold in a large pot of warm water for 10-15 seconds, then pull gently on each popsicle stick until the pops release.

TIP: Using coconut milk keeps these pops vegan, but feel free to use whatever dairy you have on hand. Greek yogurt or heavy cream or buttermilk are all good choices, but look for full-fat/whole milk options, for the creamiest popsicles.

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Health

ADIOS CANCER! TOMOTHERAPY Now Offered in Doral Patients Benefit from this Innovative Cancer Treatment at

CARIBBEAN RADIATION ONCOLOGY CENTER Dr. Pedro Serrano-Ojeda, M. D. is an oncologist, certified by the American Board of Radiology and the founder of the Caribbean Radiation Oncology Center.

He has recently opened a second clinic in the heart of Doral. His first cancer radiation center has been successfully healing patients in the city of Bayamรณn, in Puerto Rico since 2007. The new center in Doral has been equipped with a state of the art TomoTherapy HDA unit - the third equipment of this caliber that has been acquired by Caribbean Radiation Oncology Center.

Dr. Serrano-Ojeda is a graduate from Ponce School of Medicine and completed his residency in Radiation Oncology at the Medical College of Wisconsin. As Chief Resident, he worked under the mentorship of prominent professionals like Dr. Frank Wilson. Dr. Wilson was mentored by legendary Radio-Oncologist Dr. Juan Del Regato, who studied under the tutelage of Marie Curie and is considered the father of radiotherapy in the United States.

When he finished his studies and after a couple of years in practice, Dr. Serrano-Ojeda was motivated to open his own center to treat cancer. He wanted to offer patients the most advanced technology available while showing compassion and respect towards the needs and medical worries of his patients.

In his more than 20 years in the medical field, Dr. Serrano-Ojeda has seen many patients, the youngest 2 weeks old the eldest 103 years young. Loving life, he has created a team that walks shoulder-to-shoulder with all of his patients in order to make sure that each and every one of them receives the best cancer treatment and care possible. That is why 18 L I V E D O R A L M A G A Z I N E . C O M

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he chooses the treatment delivery systems TomoTherapy HDA, by Accuray.

In general terms, malignant tumors are surrounded by healthy organs. Conventional Linacs systems have very limited flexibility when it comes to radiating the tumor while trying to avoid the healthy tissue that surrounds them.

With TomoTherapy the clinician approaches the problem with exceptional attention to detail.

Fist TomoTherapy units uses a computational algorithm that takes into consideration the fact that all tissues have different densities. For example: bone, fat, muscle, fluids etcetera all have different densities. The TomoTherapy treatment couch is robotic, the system is fully integrated and uses artificial intelligence to deliver a seamless dose guided treatment of unparalleled accuracy and unparalleled safety.

TomoTherapy approaches radiation delivery in a completely different way, splitting each treatment section into thousands of tiny beamlets, each making their own contribution to the total tumor dose. By using many 360 degree revolutions around the body in a helical pattern, these beamlets create the possibility to treat the tumor and avoid healthy tissues, even in the most complex of cases. The treatment beam can simultaneously avoid healthy tissue within the target, and the adjacent healthy tissue. This unique delivery capability gives TomoTherapy the best opportunity to deliver radiation to the intended target while avoiding healthy tissue. Less unwanted doses means fewer side effects, less complication risks, better quality of life and a better chance for curing the cancer.

Caribbean Radiation Oncology values the culture of service, innovation and respect for

the patients. For that reason, they offer the most advanced technology available to treat cancer. By being able to locate and precisely target cancerous cells the TomoTherapy HDA units are the best integrated and most advanced system for the treatment of this devastating disease.

Dr. Serrano-Ojeda is driven combating Cancer so much so that he has been working on a new drug that has recently been published by the US Patent office - Cancer Starvation Therapy.

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Arte

BOJANINI

ART GALLERY

Nacida en Barranquilla Colombia, Ana Cristina Bojanini es una mujer que ha logrado transmitir color, son, ritmo, sabor y vida a traves de sus pinturas. ¿Qué es lo que para ti significa ser creativo?

Ser creativo es ser imparable con la imaginación... La creatividad es la capacidad de crear nuevas ideas, generar nuevos conceptos y definitivamente lo que pienso y sueño constantemente lucho siempre por hacerlo realidad.

Siempre tengo en mi mesita de noche libreta y bolígrafo para anotar cada cosa que se me viene a la cabeza para que no se me olvide.

Es como si fuera una máquina porque no paro de pensar en cosas nuevas, en producir algo nuevo constantemente.

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SIENTO QUE LA PINTURA ES COMO LA MÚSICA Y JUEGA CON MIS EMOCIONES. MI PINTURA ES FUERTEMENTE INFLUENCIADA POR EL GUSTO, LA BELLEZA Y EL COLOR DEL CARIBE ¿Qué tipo de rutinas practicas en el momento de crear?

¿Cómo empezó tu carrera artística luego de tus estudios?

Mi carrera artística como tu la llamas comenzó desde pequeña al lado de mi madre Susana Safdie, quien siempre fué sensible al arte y de quien aprendí a ser luchadora y trabajadora incansable.

Aprendí desde pequeña el gusto por las cosas bellas.

Cuando realmente comencé mi carrera fué en 1996 cuando colgué mi primera exposición y de allí el tiempo ha sido mi fiel compañero.

Me ha permitido desarrollarme como artista y hacer realidad todas mis locuras y sueños.

¿Puédes describir el momento en el que supiste que querías hacer de tu vida el arte mas que un hobby?

Cuando comencé a pintar y mis amigos me decían: quiero eso está divinooo, véndemelo ya. Definitivamente lo llevo en la sangre… Mi ascendencia es libanesa y somos comerciantes por naturaleza. Pienso que para mi el arte de vender arte se convirtió en algo maravilloso porque lo hacía bien y se convirtió en algo que disfruto muchísimo; llegarle a la gente a través del arte es un reto y lograrlo es una satisfacción increíble.

La disciplina es imprescindible para cualquier cosa q hagas en la vida. Soy muy disciplinada con todo lo que hago y me propongo metas.

Mi rutina habitualmente es abrir mi taller todas las mañanas a las 8 am. Y termino a las 5pm.

El ejercicio diario de hacer un cierto trabajo te permite imaginar que la próxima obra le vas a hacer esto otro y aquel color que no le pusiste a ese ahora va en este y multiplicas creatividad e imaginación.

¿Qué es lo que mas te gusta de pintar?

Es una deliciaaa Es mi momento mas esperado Es mi soledad Es mi mundo No permito que me molesten con llamadas ni nada me encanta mi soledad...

Y es sorprendente ya que lo que te digo es contrario a mi personalidad... Soy muy familiar...

Ruidosa... Alegre... Bailadora... Soy carácter caribeño... colorido igual a mis pinturas pero al momento de pintar me gusta la soledad.

¿Qué quieres lograr comunicar a través de tu arte?

Alegría, felicidad.. con el manejo de; jolgorio, ruido, alegría, felicidad... paleta de colores caribeños espero que la gente viva las obras y las sienta como lo que ven realmente.

CRAZY GOOD CEVICHE HAS ARRIVED EL MEJOR CEVICHE HA LLEGADO

From The Group Who Brought Us Bulla

Behind The Name: Pisco Y Nazca

After creating a buzz in Coral Gables with Bulla Gastrobar, the seasoned restauranteurs of the Centurion Restaurant Group envisioned yet another timeless concept—Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar. Inspired by Peru’s top ceviche eateries, this lively restaurant serves up bold-flavored Peruvian dishes, hand-crafted cocktails, and a wide selection of beers from around the globe.

There’s a popular saying in Peru, “Entre Pisco y Nazca.” Pisco, a city in the Ica region of Peru, is known for its grape brandy that shares the same name. The town of Nazca is where Pisco is produced. The expression—to be between both of these towns—translates to having fun in a social setting encompassing exceptional cocktails. The name couldn’t be more fitting for the lively gastrobar, considered one of the best happy hour spots in Miami.

De Los Creadores De Bulla Después de crear una tendencia en Coral Gables con Bulla Gastrobar, los empresarios del Grupo de Restaurantes Centurion, visualizaron otro concepto – Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar. Inspirado por los mejores restaurantes de ceviche en el Perú, este vibrante restaurante ofrece auténticos platos peruanos, cocteles hechos a mano y una amplia selección de cervezas de todo el mundo.

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Detrás Del Nombre: Pisco Y Nazca Hay un dicho popular en Perú, “Entre Pisco y Nazca.” Pisco, es una ciudad en la región de Ica en Perú, conocida por su licor de uva que comparte el mismo nombre. La ciudad de Nazca es donde se produce Pisco. Estar entre estas dos ciudades es como estar divirtiéndose en un ambiente social al compás de cocteles excepcionales. El nombre no podría ser más apropiado para el vibrante concepto de gastrobar, considerado uno de los mejores lugares de Happy Hour en Miami.

Traditional Peruvian Cuisine With A Modern Twist

centeno (cereal), son extremadamente tentadoras. Con una extensa selección de cocteles, vinos y cervezas sumados a especiales de “Happy Hour” diarios durante la “Hora Loca”, Pisco y Nazca ofrece un escenario de bar vibrante como ningún otro.

At the helm of the Pisco y Nazca kitchen is Chef Miguel Antonio Gomez Fernández, whose passion for Peruvian cuisine brings an exceptional diversity of dishes to the table. Influenced by the authentic flavors of Peru, Chef Miguel has introduced new creations like the ‘Que Bestia Burger.’ Peruvian classics like ‘Lomo Saltado’ and ‘Causa Crocante’ are prepared in true Andean style, using only the freshest and finest ingredients. As for the ceviche, it’s just so crazy good.

A Space That’s Packed With Personality And Soul

Cocina Peruana Tradicional Con Un Toque Moderno

Un Espacio Lleno De Personalidad Y Alma

Al frente de la cocina Pisco y Nazca está el Chef Miguel Antonio Gómez Fernández, cuya pasión por la cocina peruana le permite traer una excepcional variedad de platos a la mesa.

Bajo la influencia de los auténticos sabores de Perú, el chef Miguel ha introducido nuevas creaciones como la “Que Bestia Burger”. Clásicos peruanos como el “Lomo Saltado” y la “Causa Crocante” son preparados con verdadero estilo andino, utilizando los más frescos y finos ingredientes. En cuanto al ceviche, es excepcionalmente increíble.

Sip It Up, Lima Style The restaurant’s culinary creativity carries through to its mastery in mixology. Pisco, the Peruvian national spirit, is artfully blended into cocktails like the Pisco Sour and the Nazca Mule. Also crafted by hand, ‘Guapo’s Chilcano’ awakens the palette with sweet passion fruit and spicy rocoto. Other libations like the rye whiskey-based ‘El Viejito’ are just as tantalizing. With such an extensive cocktail, wine and beer selection—along with daily happy hour specials during ‘Hora Loca’— Pisco y Nazca offers an energetic bar scene like no other.

En La Barra, Al Estilo De Lima La creatividad culinaria del restaurante se traslada también a los cocteles. Pisco, el licor nacional peruano, es mezclado ingeniosamente para crear cocteles como el “Pisco Sour” y la “Nazca Mule”. El “Guapo’s Chilcano”, también preparado a mano, despierta el paladar con una mezcla dulce de maracuyá y de rocoto picante. Otras bebidas: “El Viejito” hecho de whiskey a base de

Pisco y Nazca’s atmosphere is casual, trendy and fun with a touch of subtle sophistication. Its vibrant bar with open kitchen views is the perfect spot for sipping, socializing, and savoring ceviche creations.

La atmósfera de Pisco y Nazca es casual, moderna y divertida a la vez que revestida de un tono sutil sofisticado. Su vibrante bar con vistas abiertas a la cocina es el lugar perfecto para compartir un coctail, socializar y saborear las creaciones de ceviche peruano.

Good Eats And Good Times After a successful debut in Miami’s Kendall neighborhood, Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar is now bringing people together to discover Peruvian grub with a twist—right here in Doral.

Come experience a celebration of good eats and good times at the new Pisco y Nazca, located in The Shops at Downtown Doral. Open for brunch, lunch and dinner. Private dining options also available.

Buenos Restaurantes Y Buenos Momentos Después de un exitoso posicionamiento en el barrio de Kendall de Miami, Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar atrae personas para disfrutar de una alta gastronomía peruana, aquí en Doral.

Venga a disfrutar de una celebración de buenos restaurantes y agradables momentos en el nuevo Pisco y Nazca, localizado en “The Shops at Downtown Doral”. Abierto para el almuerzo, comida y cena. Espacios privados para eventos también disponibles.

Fitness

CHALLENGE FITME 2016,

EL UNICO RETO DONDE CONTARAS CON COMIDAS Y EJERCICIOS QUE CAMBIARAN TU VIDA EN 8 SEMANAS

La comida es cultura, placer y unión y nosotros le agregamos el toque SALUDABLE a cada una de nuestras comidas. Debemos saber que la comida es el combustible para nuestro cuerpo y cerebro, y deberíamos saber que por el solo hecho de comer comidas saludables no solo le proporcionamos energía a nuestro cuerpo si no que además podemos mejorar nuestra capacidad mental, nuestra concentración y el rendimiento en el trabajo en un 20-25%.

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ITME, nace para solucionar esa gran problemática que existe en un alto porcentaje de la población que sufre de diabetes, obesidad o que simplemente quiere llevar un estilo de vida saludable. En FITME ofrecemos el mejor de los servicios diseñado para llevar a casas y oficinas comidas saludables pero además variadas y deliciosas con fines nutritivos y frescos, manteniendo eso que se ha perdido a través del tiempo, ese sazón y aroma de nuestros ancestros, y a su vez, fusionando lo mejor de la gastronomía de cada cultura, como las especias indias, lo colorido de la cocina Mexicana, la forma europea de sembrar las hortalizas, el sazón latino y los cortes y semillas de la cocina oriental.

En FITME creemos en la sencillez en todos los ámbitos de la vida, especialmente en los alimentos naturales, sin aditivos, utilizando los más sanos, hidratantes y nutritivos ingredientes posibles. Además no utilizamos harinas refinadas, solo manejamos alimentos de bajo índice glucémico, es decir, alimentos que al consumirlos hace que la glucosa en tu cuerpo se eleve lentamente lo cual implica más energía circulando en tu cuerpo y más saciedad.

Otro de nuestros objetivos es adaptarnos al gusto y necesidad de cada cliente, por eso al registrarte en nuestra pagina web www. fitmeusa.com solicitamos completar la planilla nutricional, para conocer tus gustos, metas, necesidades y así poder adaptarnos a ti y sin costo adicional.

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$59 todo incluido y paquetes de Almuerzos + Cenas con delivery diario a tu casa u oficina y snack por $99 todo incluido.

CHALLENGE FITME 2016, Desde hace un tiempo se ha puesto de moda los “challenges”, pero en la mayoría de estos solo ofrecen ejercicios y el bajar de peso es la única meta del reto. En FITME nos sentimos orgullosos de presentarles nuestro Challenge llamado #challengeFITME2016 donde durante ocho semanas contarás con 4 comidas diarias de lunes a viernes con delivery, entrenamientos dirigidos en centros afiliados, evaluación nutricional y medición de grasa corporal antes y después del challenge, y así se pueda ver con pruebas lo interesante de llevar una vida activa y alimentación saludable, y no dejarse llevar por los números de la balanza sino por el porcentaje de grasa corporal que es lo realmente importante. Adicionalmente usted contara con un servicio diario donde podrá escribirnos cada vez que sienta ansiedad, y darle las herramientas necesarias educándolo y así usted luego de finalizar el reto pueda continuar una vida sana. El costo de este

paquete es de $899 + tax el cual debes cancelar $449.50 + tax al registrarte y $449.50 + tax el 5 de octubre. Las personas que entrenan en los centros afiliados tienen un descuento del 10%.

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Contamos con centros afiliados en diferentes zonas de Miami, como: - ENERGYM - Doral (786) 546.5332 - KICKBOX RX- Coral Gables y Kendall (305) 613.0020 - FULL CONTACT FITNESS - Homestead (305) 481.0655 Entre los premios que se entregarán al ganador estarán los productos de la marca de maquillaje PALLADIO BEAUTY @palladiobeauty y la marca de productos de belleza WHOLISTICSHOP.NET @wholisticmiami y también ganarán un mes de almuerzos saludables de FITME. Para más información puedes comunicarte con nosotros por el (786) 542.7056 o escribirnos a challenge@fitmeusa.com www.fitmeusa.com

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¿Cómo fueron tus comienzos en el medio?

A medida que fui creciendo mis intereses siguieron inclinándose al lado artístico. Realizaba comerciales de televisión, participe en concursos de belleza como el reinado de la Academia Militar y Escuela Naval de Venezuela. A pesar de varias invitaciones al Miss Venezuela, no me anime y preferí seguir tomando clases de actuación y graduarme como Licenciada en Administración de Empresas en la Universidad José María Vargas. Luego viaje a Los Estados Unidos y una productora me dio mi primera oportunidad como presentadora de un programa de televisión de entrevistas y música con proyección Internacional llamado “Sabor Tropical”

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u inigualable carisma, talento y belleza la han llevado al éxito, la hemos visto en videos musicales, comerciales en la televisión hispana en Estados Unidos, y como imagen de campañas publicitarias de marcas como Directv, Farmers Insurance, Claritin y Garnier Fructis. Alejandra Lugo nos demuestra que el sueño americano si es posible con mucha constancia, trabajo arduo y poniendo su fe en Dios. Desempeñando rol de esposa y madre de Milan (6) saca también tiempo para dedicarse a su profunda vocación de servicio social apoyando a diversas causas locales donde ella puede aportar su granito de arena y servir como lo hizo meses pasados con la organización Perla de Esperanza.

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¿Cuándo empezó tu interés en el mundo del espectáculo?

Desde muy pequeñita siempre supe que quería enseñar, que quería tener un público que me viera. De hecho realizaba mini shows de entretenimiento para la familia. Para mi madre era muy importante que tocáramos un instrumento musical. A los 6 años en Caracas Venezuela ella nos llevaba a mi hermana y a mi a la Escuela Las Voces Blancas de Elisa Solteldo a tomar clases de canto, teatro musical, actuación, ballet, tap y jazz. Un día recuerdo que teníamos una presentación en la desaparecida Radio Caracas Televisión y fue allí donde descubrí mi pasión por el mágico mundo de la Televisión.

¿Cuál ha sido el proyecto o trabajo que más te ha gustado hacer?

El hecho de ser bilingüe me ha dado mas oportunidades de trabajo en los Estados Unidos.

Disfrute trabajar como modelo del Victoria Secret Fashion Show. Sigo trabajando como modelo e imagen de marcas en producciones de Univision.

Como actriz me gusto mucho trabajar en la Serie de televisión americana Burn Notice. Estoy muy agradecida con NBC Telemundo por la oportunidad de haber participado y graduado en el Taller Telemundo Actores dictado por la reconocida actriz nominada al Oscar Adriana Barraza fue unos de mis mayores logros y experiencia vivida aquí en Miami. Otra gran experiencia fue haber sido la Host principal en el Social Media Room de Hispanicize 2015. La comunicación para el público en vivo es uno de mis llamados. Recientemente he realizado trabajos como Maestra de Ceremonia y presentadora de eventos sociales, corporativos y políticos en vivo, te puedo decir con toda confianza que me encanta la adrenalina y el poder que se siente al estar en un escenario dando y recibiendo. ¿Qué artista soñarías con entrevistar?

Oprah Winfrey, Madonna, Meryl Streep y al líder democrático Leopoldo Lopez ¿Tu red social favorita?

Instagram! y es @alelugotv jajaja… ¿En qué te encuentras trabajando?

En muchas sorpresas para todos ustedes!

Me siento afortunada con el crecimiento obtenido como presentadora de Televisión e Imagen Corporativa en nuestra comunidad, gracias a Dios, a mi familia, a mi trabajo, a todo el equipo de Doral City Map y todos aquellos que han creído en mi.

Soy una mujer muy positiva y soñadora. Tengo la fortuna de estar casada con un hombre maravilloso que me ayuda a realizar todos esos sueños. Actualmente nos encontramos desarrollando mi branding personal, y vía Real Live Network (Plataforma LIVE Streaming Experience ), estaremos llevándoles programación en vivo, con segmentos de entretenimiento, entrevistas y motivación. Muy pronto podrán verme a través del lanzamiento de mi pagina web www.alejandralugo.com

COMO ACTRIZ ME GUSTO MUCHO TRABAJAR EN LA SERIE DE TELEVISIÓN AMERICANA BURN NOTICE ¿Quién es tu modelo a seguir?

Para mi un modelo a seguir es una persona que viva su vida con un propósito. Una persona que tiene su norte y metas muy claras, que las logra gracias a su fé, enfoque, esfuerzo, disciplina y perseverancia. Una persona comprometida en inspirar y dejar un legado al mundo con su generosidad, abnegación y entrega a los demás en tiempos modernos como lo hizo la Madre Teresa de Calcuta. Digamos que para mi, cada persona en si, es su propio modelo a seguir. Siguiendo su intuición o voz interna con confianza, con la conciencia de que existimos para ayudarnos unos con otros, para ser felices, prósperos y en crecimiento constante. ¿Qué te gusta hacer en tu tiempo libre?

Viajar con mi hija y mi esposo. Somos los tres mosqueteros que nos encanta la aventura y siempre conocer lugares nuevos.

Me gusta mucho leer libros de crecimiento espiritual y nutrición pero cuando eres madre de una niña de 5 años le lees muchos cuentos infantiles a ella y tratas de inculcarle ese amor por la lectura. También cocinamos deliciosos postres juntas, practicamos Yoga y actividades al aire libre. Debo reconocer que soy un social butterfly y aunque con muy contadas amistades genuinas trato de pasar tiempo con ellas y nuestros famosos “girls night out” de empoderamiento femenino y terapia con el Doctor Prosecco… jaja ¿Qué es lo que más disfrutas de ser mujer?

El poder dar vida a otro ser humano. Esa es la experiencia mas hermosa que como mujer me llevo conmigo. Ese momento en que pude dar a luz de forma natural a mi hija, luego de todo el dolor y esfuerzo es sin duda el momento de luz y bendición mas grande que he vivido. Disfruto mucho ese poder que tenemos las mujeres y esa fuerza para apoyarnos y salir adelante en momentos difíciles. ¿Cuéntanos un poco sobre que causas sin fines de lucro te gusta apoyar?

Me gusta esta pregunta. Muchas gracias por la oportunidad de poder compartirla.

Soy embajadora de la Fundación de Solidaridad Internacional de los Derechos Humanos (ISHR) participando activamente en programas para niños. Es brillante poder enseñarle a niños de educación primaria que existen 30 artículos universales que les conceden derechos desde que nacen. He sido invitada a participar en desfiles de moda a beneficio de grandes causas como el Cáncer de Mamas, Alas Solidarias, Fundación de niños con Cáncer. Siempre es un placer donar mi tiempo y talento para apoyar causas benéficas como Keep a Breast Foundation, Doral Pro Health y la fundación Perla de Esperanza entre los mas recientes.

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¿Qué es lo que mas te gusta de Doral?

Su crecimiento y la cantidad de personas y familias emprendedoras que habitan en esta hermosa ciudad.

Psicología

TRASTORNOS

DE LA PERSONALIDAD (Parte II)

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oy, hablaré sobre la Categoría B de los trastornos de la personalidad, que en lo personal es la que encuentro más interesante. Esta se compone de los cuatro trastornos de tipo dramático, que son el trastorno antisocial, el histriónico, el límite y el narcisista. Comencemos, entonces, sin mucha introducción, por el trastorno antisocial de la personalidad. Quienes padecen este trastorno son aquellos que, comúnmente, son calificados de psicópatas o “sociópatas” (la pongo entre comillas porque esta palabra, aunque a algunos les sorprenda, no está aún en el diccionario).

Estas personas se sienten por encima de la ley y están dispuestas a hacer lo que sea con tal de lograr sus objetivos. Es precisamente por esto que este trastorno está muy relacionado con la criminalidad adulta pues, al sentir que las leyes no son algo que les concierne, las romperán sin escrúpulos para alcanzar aquello que deseen. Esta falta de escrúpulos implica, además, que mienten constantemente y no dudan en iniciar una pelea y mostrar un comportamiento agresivo.

Tienden a ser impulsivos, por ejemplo, si un día deciden ir a un casino a apostar, son capaces de gastar su dinero y no detenerse, así lo estén perdiendo todo. Son personas completamente centradas en ellas mismas.

Ya se imaginarán que no son muy hábiles

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a la hora de entablar relaciones afectivas duraderas, pues ven a las personas de su entorno, simplemente, como medios para lograr algún objetivo.

En segundo lugar, está el trastorno histriónico de la personalidad. Aquí estamos hablando de personas con altas cargas de sensibilidad. Independientemente de que en un determinado momento se sientan felices o tristes su conducta será siempre exagerada.

Por supuesto, son personas que buscan ser siempre el centro de atención. Creo que la mejor manera de explicarlo es que actúan como si se encontraran, en todo momento, en un escenario. Sus gestos son teatrales, su formal de hablar incluye palabras estrambóticas, adoptan manierismos exagerados. Son personas cuyo fin es ser aprobadas y alabadas por su entorno y, por supuesto, necesitan tener siempre una audiencia que presencie su comportamiento provocado por el determinado estado emocional del momento.

Ahora, hablaré del trastorno límite de la personalidad o Borderline. Si vieron la película “Atracción fatal”, les será bastante fácil entender las características de quienes padecen este trastorno. Son personas bastante inestables y su estado de ánimo está propenso a cambiar de un momento a otro y, como los histriónicos, la conducta producto de su estado anímico será siempre

exagerada. Las personas con este trastorno se embarcan en relaciones conflictivas.

Tienden a idealizar a su pareja aunque apenas la conozcan y demandarán de esta todo su tiempo y atención. Por supuesto, se sentirán constantemente decepcionados, sin embargo, permanecerán emocionalmente atados a la persona. Sienten un miedo constante al abandono y son capaces de hacer cualquier cosa con tal de evitar una separación, como agredirse a sí mismos. ¿Recuerdan en la película cuando Glenn Close se cortó las venas solo porque Michael Douglas le dijo que ya tenía que irse a su casa? Eso es tal cual.

Por último, tenemos el trastorno narcisista de la personalidad. Quienes padecen este trastorno están convencidos, aunque tal creencia no sea más que un delirio, de su belleza, genialidad, éxito, etc., por ende, se sienten merecedores de la completa admiración y atención por parte de quienes los rodean. Son incapaces de hacer empatía con otras personas puesto que no sienten interés o preocupación alguna por los sentimientos de los demás, ya que su mundo gira, únicamente, alrededor de ellos mismos.

Irónicamente, tienden a sentir celos de los demás, pero al mismo tiempo creen que todo el mundo siente celos de ellos. Todo esto hace que, a la hora de recibir una crítica, reaccionen con frustración y hasta rabia. Por supuesto, sus colegas, familiares y amigos los perciben como arrogantes, aunque curiosamente saben parecer personas bastante encantadoras cuando apenas se les está conociendo, es decir, dan una muy buena primera impresión, sin embargo, es muy difícil que mantengan relaciones afectivas duraderas. Por otro lado, solo les interesa relacionarse con personas que consideren de su mismo status o de uno superior.

Esto fue, de manera simple, un resumen de lo que son los trastornos de la personalidad de tipo dramático.

En el siguiente artículo, hablaré de los trastornos de tipo ansioso.

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Design

LAYZE SYSTEMS WELCOMES NEW CONCEPTS IN OUTDOOR LIVING DESIGN

From South Florida where the beauty of the tropical outdoors meets modern architecture and state-ofthe-art marine technology, comes LAYZE SYSTEMS - A company that is fully dedicated to transcending the outdoor living experience through its revolutionary modular design.

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ith over 20 years of experience in the marine industry working with custom furnishings for yachts and being acquainted with the highest quality outdoor materials, LAYZE SYSTEMS’ founder Orlando (Orly) Gonzalez was inspired to bring forth the quality, luxury and durability of the marine industry into the world of outdoor-living and patio design.

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After a decade of engineering and finetuning custom yachts founder Orly and co-founders Alvaro Cordovez and Javier Ibanez of LAYZE SYSTEMS have finally unveiled a new and unique way to build lavish & fully customizable outdoor living spaces. By integrating the versatility of modular assembly with the elegance of modern design LAYZE SYSTEMS has put together the ideal shade and comfort collection for every outdoor need, complete with incredible structural flexibility and exemplary use of materials that can accommodate any exterior setting.

Today LAYZE SYSTEMS is proud to be the World’s first and only manufacturer of fully modular, Miami-Dade NOA certified awnings and terrace systems that are both patented and made in the U.S. These shade concepts have been granted a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) certification for proving to offer unparalleled resilience in an event of a major storm or hurricane.

LAYZE SYSTEMS remarkable products currently range from modular awnings, terraces and free-standing cabanas, to

indoor and outdoor railings, umbrellas, decking systems and furniture. With new minds and ideas on board the company is expanding new products to fulfill an exacting market demands for high quality products for outdoor architecture. But don’t just take our word for it, we invite you to see and feel it all for yourself at the brand new LAYZE SYSTEMS showroom in the Doral Design district located at 2782 NW 79th Avenue in Doral. Contact them at (786) 239 9952 or visit their website www.layzesystemsdoral.com

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Travel

DISCOVER THE NATIONS OLDEST CITY ST. AUGUSTINE

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t. Augustine is a city on the northeast coast of Florida. It lays claim to being the oldest city in the U.S., and is known for its Spanish colonial architecture as well as Atlantic Ocean beaches like sandy St. Augustine Beach and the tranquil Crescent Beach. Spanish admiral and Florida’s first governor, Pedro Menéndez de Avilés, founded Saint Augustine on September 8, 1565. He named the settlement “San Agustín”, as his ships bearing settlers, troops, and supplies from Spain had first sighted land in Florida on August 28, 1565, the feast day of St. Augustine.

The city served as the capital of Spanish Florida for over 200 years, and became the capital of British East Florida when the territory

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briefly changed hands between Spain and Britain. Spain ceded Florida to the United States in 1819, and when the treaty was ratified in 1821, St. Augustine was designated the capital of the Florida Territory until that title was passed to Tallahassee in 1824.

Since the late 19th century, St. Augustine’s distinct historical character has made the city a major tourist attraction. The city is also the headquarters for the Florida National Guard.

The unique scenery and historical charm are what set this city apart from any other in the country. St. Augustine has a quaint feel but boasts a large appeal. Visitors can see why when they stroll along the brick-lined streets and delight in the city’s European flavor,

with centuries-old buildings, horse-drawn carriages, hidden courtyards, and so much more. St. Augustine has plenty of history to explore -- 450 years of it, to be exact. The Castillo de San Marcos is a 17th-century Spanish stone fortress with views of the St. Augustine Inlet.

In addition to its impressive history St. Augustine has become known for its excellent restaurants that serve a variety of dishes reflecting the town’s multi-cultural heritage.

Add to that the city’s world-class art galleries, boutiques and outlet shopping, theater and live music opportunities, and 42 miles of gorgeous beaches, and it’s easy to see why thousands of visitors come visit each year.

Saint Augustine is a luxurious, romantic vacation spot—you’ll find a roster of top-rated hotels, resorts, Bed and Breakfast lodging plus countless intimate restaurants - those can be a dime a dozen though. What sets Saint Augustine apart is it’s claim to fame as the oldest European settlement in the U.S. Nowhere else in the world can you taste the waters of the Fountain of Youth Archeological Park where Ponce de Leon may have landed.

Who knows, if you vacation here, maybe you won’t need that Botox!

Education

School bells ring and so do early morning alarm clocks! Lazy summer days slip away. It’s time to put away the beach towels and lemonade stands. Start thinking about the positive opening of the school year that your child will experience. Children follow the lead of their parents. If parents are calm, reassuring and optimistic, children will feel both competent and confident. Get ready for a new school year and help your child prepare to make it a very successful one by following these tips: Spend quality time together as a family.

It is very important that children feel loved and spending time with them is the best way to accomplish that goal. Arrange play dates at the Downtown Doral Park with friends from school to reestablish connections that may have been dropped for the summer. Make new friends and talk about the opening of schools. Trying new family friendly restaurants such as the newly opened establishments at The Shops at Downtown Doral is a great way 36 L I V E D O R A L M A G A Z I N E . C O M

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to make time for family bonding before the school year begins. Listening to your child’s feelings about returning to school is always a good idea.

Adjust to the new routine.

Ease into the school year schedule. Move bedtime back to an earlier time. Establish school day schedules for homework, baths, and bedtime.

Get organized.

Visit your school’s website. Many schools post opening of schools information on the website. Make sure you are aware of supply lists, summer reading lists, meet and greet dates and opening of schools procedures. Mark important dates on your family calendar. Start an electronic folder for school newsletters.

Take a tour of the school.

If the school allows, take your child to visit the school over the summer. Meet the office staff.

Show your child the playground. Talk about all the new friends your child will make in their new classroom.

Go shopping for school supplies with your child.

Prepare before you shop. Take an afternoon and assess your child’s needs. Does your

child need a new lunchbox, book bag, or pencil box? Taking your child shopping eases their fears and anxiety for the new school year. Allow your child to select his/her school supplies. Make him/her a part of it. This will help your child envision what lies ahead.

Plan healthy meals.

Children who eat healthy, balanced meals tend to do better in school. Remember that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Fruit smoothies are great to start the day.

If you will be packing a lunch from home, use cookie cutters to make sandwiches into interesting shapes. Sneak vegetables such as lettuce or cucumbers into the sandwiches.

Buy baked chips, low-fat crackers, or pretzels, and include fruit. Write a surprise message or draw a funny picture and put it in your child’s lunch. Plan dinners the week ahead and shop on the weekends to avoid last minute trips to the supermarket.

Confirm after school care arrangements.

Contact your child’s school in early August and find out after school care registration dates/times. It is important to do this in a timely manner because some after school care programs have a limited amount of seats available. Find out if your after school care program offers enrichment activities.

For example, at Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School, students can select to participate in a variety of enrichment classes such as chess, robotics, ballet, soccer, musical theater, guitar and many more.

Attend the after school care fair to find out information and meet the providers.

Talk to your child. Discuss feelings.

Invite your child to participate in a conversation that gives them some sense of control. Never embarrass or demean your child’s feelings.

Ask them what you can do to help them through this transition. If you invest time in speaking to your child and listening to your child, they will more than likely have a happy beginning of the school. Always remember this, “A happy child is a child that learns.”

With these tips, you will be prepared to help easy your child seamlessly back into school as well as manage your own stress!

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result of this visit, Doral was the focus of the first meeting of the Guatemalan Produce Trade Association, a union and private initiative promoted by Rosa Maria Merida Moray, the Consul General of Guatemala and Commercial Attaché Dunia Miranda Mauri. In a similar vein, PROCOMER, the office promoting trade and strengthening trade ties in support of small and medium sized Costa Rican businesses, created a central storage and distribution facility for specific niche market products. This allows for the consolidation of shipments and their respective marketing as well as ensuring local inventory for potential customers in the southern region of the United States.

THE INTERNATIONALIST

Councilman Pete Cabrera Expands Doral’s Horizons

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his has been a year full of important challenges for our city of Doral in terms of economic development.

Councilman Pete Cabrera’s office has focused on expanding Doral’s business borders to offer new business alternatives, opening new markets for businesses in Doral and inviting other international organizations to be part of the growth our city is experiencing. The vision of Councilman Cabrera, now a member of Miami Dade’s International Trade Consortium (ITC) and supported by Commissioner Jose “Pepe” Diaz, chairman of the ITC, now has even greater possibilities.

The aggressive plan established by Councilman Cabrera’s office began last August with a business mission headed by the Turkish Center of South Florida, located in the city of Doral. This effort strengthened trade and created such important relationships for Doral that Turkish Airlines established seven direct flights a week from Miami to Istanbul and connecting to other Turkish cities.

In mid-October 2015, he participated in the mission to Panama City organized by CAMACOL’s (Latin Chamber of Commerce of the United States) Hemispheric Congress.

The opportunity was very propitious coming less than a year before opening the new and improved canal. During the visit, Councilman Cabrera met with Panama’s Minister of

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Tourism, Port Authority and Vice Minister of Commerce. He also took the opportunity to visit, guided by the Vice President of Marketing - Juan Carlos Croston, the Port of Manzanillo one of the most modern and automated ports in the hemisphere with amazing capabilities in cargo handling (repackaging, warehousing, transportation and logistics ). The tour culminated with a visit to the Miraflores locks where canal operations were closely observed. While on the trip, the Secretary General of the Hemispheric Congress also invited the councilman to review the discussion points for the June 2016 congress in Miami.

For December 2015, Councilman Pete Cabrera’s office organized a Business Exploratory Mission to Guatemala and Costa Rica, for closer relations with the national chambers of commerce and government institutions. During his visit, Cabrera was received by Alvaro Arzu, Mayor of Guatemala City, where they shared ideas to strengthen institutional relations between Doral and Guatemala City. In another meeting, the councilman described ways Doral’s logistics operations can improve import / exports for Guatemalan products with Mr. Javier Zepeda, Executive Director of the Chamber of Industry of Guatemala.

Councilman Cabrera also held meetings with the Costa Rican Chamber of Commerce, visiting different local businesses to see firsthand the methods of production. As a

In mid- April 2016, a mission to China and Taiwan promoted business development, trade and tourism in Miami – Dade and its various municipalities. The mission was led by County Commissioner José “Pepe “ Diaz, and chairman of the ITC. Participants visited Shanghai, Guangzhou and Hangzhou, where they networked with an very interested group of Chinese businessmen. On their tight schedule, they visited the high-tech Economic Development Zone in Guangzhou, then delegates were able to participate in the 119th Canton Fair, the largest import/ export fair in China. They also had a chance to join the Enterprise Florida mission in Taipei, Taiwan.

An interesting data point for Miami-Dade, by 2022 China’s middle class is estimated to reach 630 million, representing 45% of the total world population, becoming a potential market of $3.4 billion in goods and services, 24% of the county’s gross domestic product. In 2014, China was Miami – Dade’s third largest trading partner, valued at more than $6 billion.

In addition, statistics show that there are a considerable number of Chinese middle class families sending their children to educational institutions in Miami- Dade. As a member of the Miami-Dade’s ITC, Councilman Cabrera underscored that, “The purpose of this mission was to promote bilateral trade and cultural exchanges between Miami - Dade , China , Taiwan and especially Doral because a lot of Chinese have no knowledge about Miami - Dade and our city. This trip gave me given the opportunity to promote what we as a city can offer.” Following the trade mission, Chinese investors are currently visiting Doral with the idea of creating a China Town or Pan-Pacific plaza.

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Unlimited Real Estate OPENS NEW OFFICE IN DORAL

Unlimited Real Estate is a boutique real estate agency assisting buyers, sellers and investors in Doral and throughout South Florida. They are located at 9851 NW 58th St. # 104, Doral FL 33178. For more information about the company, visit their website www.myunlimitedre.com

Ribbon cutting ceremony - Jorge Andrade, Henny Barreto and Mayor Luigi Boria

Gabriel and Roberto Acosta de EMB Landers with Jorge Andrade

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