Live Doral Magazine | January 2016

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Academic Goal Setting

EDITOR Claudia Caccia

Motivación Starting your Fitness Yourney at Orangetheory Fitness Fashion - Tips to Renew your Wardrobe Soy Saludable - Samar Yorde “Cover Interview” Movers & Shakers - Manny Sarmiento ¿Salmon de Granja o Salmon Salvaje?

How to Succeed your Fitness Resolutions Restaurant Pick - Dragonfly Receta - Hallaca de Polenta Social Calendar & Events Social - Grand Opening Saccaro USA Social - 2015 Palmetto General Hospital Holiday Physician Gala ON OUR COVER: Samar Yorde

PHOTOGRAPHY: Aníbal Mestre

JOURNALIST Vincenzo Caccia PUBLIC RELATIONS Bridger Communications COMMUNITY LIAISON Susan Montoya GRAPHIC DESIGN Rafael Guzmán PHOTOGRAPHY Elio Escalante Eduardo Mendoza CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Dr. Guillermo R. Navarrete Valentina Tamayo Julio Anta Jeanette Isenburg-Acevedo Jonathan D’Oleo Jose Luis Saume

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Editor’s Letter

Carta de la Editora

I am very excited to start this year and I hope you are too. The Holiday festivities and the New Year’s celebrations with friends and family make us appreciate what we have, and what really matters in life. The beginning of the year gives us the opportunity to start a new beginning, to correct and adopt habits that will make us achieve the successful life we all desire.

Estoy emocionada de iniciar este año 2016 y espero que ustedes también. Las fiestas de navidades y de fin de año compartiendo con nuestros familiares y amigos nos hace valorar lo que tenemos, y lo que realmente importa en la vida. Este comienzo de año nos da la oportunidad de comenzar de nuevo, de corregir y adoptar hábitos que nos harán alcanzar la vida plena que todos deseamos.

In this issue we have focused on bringing you the tools that will inspire and orient you towards a healthy, balanced and happy life. It’s the time to close that cycle and start a new optimistic life.

Our first cover of 2016 is dedicated to being healthy; featuring Dr. Samar Yorde known in social media as “Soy Saludable” meaning I am healthy. Dr. Samar is a nutritionist who once suffered from obesity - in her new book she narrates her inspiring testimony and shares the essential tools to transform the body and mind.

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En esta edición nos hemos dedicado en traerte las herramientas que te inspirarán y orientarán hacia una vida saludable, balanceada y feliz.

Es la hora de revelarse, cerrar un ciclo y empezar uno nuevo con optimismo.

La Dra. Samar Yorde conocida en sus redes por Soy Saludable es la encargada de cubrir nuestra primera portada del 2016. Una nutricionista que ha sufrido de la obesidad, llega con un nuevo libro donde relata su testimonio inspirador y comparte herramientas que hacen transformar el cuerpo y la vida.

Moreover, we should spend quality time with our children; a good way of doing so is by teaching them how to set their academic goals. The head for Downtown Doral Charter School Jeannette Acevedo contributed a simple and effective checklist to guide you through the process. In fashion, Valentina brings us the essential tips on how to upgrade our wardrobe to dress stylish each day without spending hours at the closet putting outfits together.

Por otra parte, debemos dedicarle tiempo de calidad a nuestros niños, así que les encantará enseñar a sus hijos como establecer sus metas académicas con la guía sencilla y eficaz que nos comparte la (principal) Jeannette Acevedo de Downtown School. En moda, Valentina nos trae sus tips mas esenciales de cómo actualizar nuestro closet para vestirnos bellas día a día sin pasar horas armando atuendos.

We hope you enjoy this January issue and take advantage of the diverse and entertaining content we have prepared for you all.

De esta manera, les presentamos nuestra edición de Enero, esperando que aprovechen los diversos y entretenidos contenidos que hemos preparado para todos ustedes.

Blessings!!!

Bendiciones!!!

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Education

ACADEMIC GOAL SETTING

It’s never too early to teach your children about setting goals for themselves

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s we approach 2016, how can parents help their children make academic goals for the New Year?

Eat healthy. Exercise more. Get a promotion at work. We are all familiar with these common New Year’s resolutions that adults set every year.

However, how about your children? Have they set any goals for the New Year? Creating resolutions is an important and powerful skill that we must teach our children. It helps children to have a greater sense of self confidence to last a lifetime. While young students may not be planning for college just yet, they can learn the importance of setting and achieving New Year goals with the ultimate aspiration of becoming a successful college student. The New Year is a great opportunity for families to discuss what the future holds and how we can plan for positive growth and change, together.

Here are a few tips to help students set academic goals for the New Year: 1. Define the word “goal.” Make sure your child knows what the word “goal” means. Explain to your child that when an athlete or student creates a goal, it is the end result of their hard work. It is something you are trying to do or achieve.

2. Teach the importance of setting goals. Children need to know the “why”.

Setting a goal will improve their confidence, help them make better decisions and give them motivation in life. Give your child an example of a goal that you set and the sacrifices that you had to make in order to achieve the goal.

You can sacrifice something you like for a positive outcome.

3. Set realistic goals. Help your child to set small, achievable goals that can be accomplished quickly. This will help them understand the process. Then, once they grasp this concept, you can have them set more long range goals.

Have your child point out which goals are most important. Goals should be measurable, achievable and specific. Some children may dream big, but maybe too big. If you know the goal is unachievable, instead of telling them they cannot do it, help them refine their goal into something you know they will be able to achieve. Become their biggest fan and motivator.

4. Develop a plan with your child. Once students have set their goals, develop the steps of action. If your child’s goal is to earn an A in their Spanish or Portuguese class, the first question they should ask themselves is “What are the steps I need to take in order to earn an A in this class?” Here’s an example: Step 1 – Do all my foreign language home learning assignments. Step 2 – Do all my foreign language technology assignments. Step 3 – Practice and study with a friend in a cooperative setting for all the assessments. Step 4 – Review the lesson with a family member. Step 5 – Always listen to the teacher in class and ask questions if I have a doubt. Step 6 – Concentrate and focus during the assessments.

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5. Visually create the goal. A visual reminder is a great way to help students physically see what their goal is. It also becomes a motivator throughout the process. Your child can write down their steps on a chart and mark the steps as they accomplish them. A timeline should be designated visually, as well.

This way the child can track their progress and stay focused on the plan and final goal.

6. Lead by example. It’s tempting to sit back and tell our kids what to do as parents. When it comes to resolutions, approach them as a team effort – and you are the captain. Stick to your goals and encourage them to do the same.

Encouraging your family to adopt a team mentality to reach each individual’s goals is a great way to nurture familial unity while keeping everyone accountable. Set the example by following through on your commitments and they will too.

7. Have a monthly or weekly conference. Each month, have a check-in meeting to see how their goals are developing. At Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School, students have monthly conferences with their teachers to discuss their progress and strategies. Making this part of your family routine would assist the child in remaining focused and loyal to the plan. Sometimes, adjustments must be made along the way. Conducting these conferences would assist in this process. Children tend to forget about their goal or get discouraged if they think that they may not be able to achieve it. This is an opportunity to help them get back on track.

8. Set up a reward. The incentive may be achieving the goal in itself, but for some goals a little something extra will make achieving that goal even better.

As adults, if we set a goal to lose five pounds, we may treat ourselves to a special outing to celebrate our accomplishment. Set up a reward with the student that you both agree on. It should be something that will help them to continue to see the benefit of achieving their goals.

9. Celebrate as a family once a goal is achieved. Hooray! Your child has achieved his/ her goal! Now it’s time to celebrate. Nothing is more affirming to children than succeeding at goals they have worked hard to achieve. It is the tangible proof your child interprets as “I really did it!” and a great way to nurture your child’s self-esteem and confidence. Celebrate as a family.

Photograph your child achieving his/her goal and frame it. Host a “Success Dinner” where you cook your child’s favorite meal and favorite dessert.

Reflect and share what the triumphs and losses were during the process. It is the perfect way to spark intentional conversation and foster quality time with your children. Then, set some new goals and look forward to celebrating once again. Congratulations! Felicitaciones! Parabéns!

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veinticinco intentos fallidos, Emeterio le salió al encuentro a su compañero y uando la gente me pregunta por qué pongo de relieve el elemento quitándose la lona negra de encima exclamó y afirmó con voz grave y gruesa motivacional en mis capacitaciones de desarrollo empresarial aludo a la historia de un hombre llamado Emeterio que vivió “oye, estás quedado en el cementerio”. En un mismo respiro Bartolomeo saltó con fuerza sobrehumana y así del hoyo salió y de su encierro se libró. a finales del siglo XIX en Valladolid al norte de Madrid en España, la Madre Patria. Al salir de su trabajo una noche de ¿Cómo pudo hacerlo? Motivándose o, más bien, siendo motivado, en este caso, verano, Emeterio decidió tomar un atajo por el cementerio municipal Rodrigo Díaz del Vivar para llegar más rápido a su casa ubicaba en la calle Elegía por el miedo. Bartolomeo creía que le había salido un muerto y el susto fue esquina Ave María. Hacía ocho meses que no tomaba tal que pudo salir de aquel hoyo del Cementerio ese atajo y desconocía de la construcción de un mega Municipal Rodrigo Díaz del Vivar. Los intentos mausoleo que había iniciado hacía apenas una semana anteriores fueron fallidos porque de suficiente ¿Qué motivación demanda tu con la excavación de una zanja significativamente motivación estaba Bartolomeo desprovisto. Ante alma para salir del hoyo que te profunda que serviría para echar el fundamento de esto pesquiso . . . ¿Qué motivación demanda tu desalma? Insisto . . . ¿Qué alarma la edificación. Fue por eso que mientras atravesaba alma para salir del hoyo que te desalma? Insisto necesitas para despertar y tus el cementerio cerca de las 8:30PM cayó en aquella . . . ¿Qué alarma necesitas para despertar y tus zanja que se encontraba en el mismo trayecto del metas conquistar? ¿Será la alarma del miedo metas conquistar? ¿Será la alarma atajo denominado “Monte Abajo”. y el desasosiego? O, mejor ¿ . . . la del amor que del miedo y el desasosiego? O, echa fuera el temor y llena la vida de inigualable mejor ¿ . . . la del amor que echa Al caer, Emeterio creía que al infierno se dirigía por esplendor? fuera el temor y llena la vida de mentirle a su suegra Doña Trina cuando le dijo que la amaba y que por ella la vida daba. No fue sino hasta Motívate hoy y sal de la zanja donde por tanto inigualable esplendor? que tocó fondo que se percató que había caído en un tiempo te han tirado migajas desde arriba para hoyo. Una vez reincorporado intentó salir del hoyo mantenerte abajo pensando en atajos cuando, a repetidas veces, pero al no poder salir resolvió pernoctar allí. Se dijo a sí mismo final de cuentas, llegar cuesta trabajo y acortar el camino puede resultar en un “esperaré hasta que amanezca entonces los trabajadores que construyen este desatino que comprometa tu destino prístino y preñado de motivos para poner mausoleo me sacarán con una escalera”. Todavía tenía Emeterio esas palabras en evidencia la excelencia de tu esencia. Y he ahí la razón de mi enfoque en en su boca cuando otro sujeto llamado Bartolomeo cayó en el hoyo. Emeterio la motivación cuando se trata de materializar el potencial empresarial de un lo reconoció al instante pues eran compañeros de trabajo en el restaurante individuo o corporación. Pues el análisis económico divorciado del psicológico llamado Miguel de Cervantes. no arriba a soluciones que saquen al individuo del hoyo. . . por más lógico y convincente que sea el exponente.

El impacto con el suelo hizo que Bartolomeo entrara en un estado de inconsciencia por unos breves momentos. Cuando el susodicho estaba a punto Jonathan J D’Oleo de entrar en sí, Emeterio decidió esconderse cubriéndose con una lona negra Economista y Conferencista dejada en aquel hoyo por lo obreros que construían el mausoleo. A través de Email: jd@doleoanalytica.com un agujero en la lona Emeterio comenzó a observar a Bartolomeo a medida jonathanjdoleo que este se disponía salir de la zanja. Después de ser testigo de más de /jonathandeoleopuig @jonathanJDOleo

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Fitness

With New Year’s Resolutions in full swing many people are inquiring about the ever so popular brand – Orangetheory Fitness. Orangetheory fitness has exploded into the fitness industry with its unique “Orange Effect”

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ith custom workouts backed up by science and broken down into different stations each workout is effective, motivating and efficient. Recently the company was featured in magazines such as Inc. and Entrepreneur because of its amazing success in such a short period of time. Members claim they can burn up to 900 calories in a single workout.

Why is Orangetheory Growing so fast and what is the “Orange Effect”?

First and foremost people from all over the country are seeing and feeling the results. Just word of mouth itself has propelled this business into the forefront of the fitness industry as a leader nationwide. Being a local South Florida brand OTF launched The High-intensity interval fitness concept in March 2010 in Fort Lauderdale. Since then, the boutique styled studio caught on like wild fire throughout the country and even outside of the United States. Countries such as Canada, Colombia, the U.K, Australia and Mexico have opened locations to introduce the orange craze! Orangetheory now has more than 245 locations and is on track to complete another 150 by early 2016. Studios can range in size between 2600-3200 square feet.

Inside of each studio you will feel right at home as you are greeted by friendly and helpful staff. Studios are roomy enough for classes but still offer an intimate feel that separates it from the ordinary box gyms. Walls are painted orange, treadmills, row machines, free weights and other accessories are neatly arranged in different stations. There are multiple TV’s so you can take advantage of their state of the art workout tracking system. Orangetheory has coined their game changer the “Orange Effect” and as stated before it’s all based on science with personalized state of the art technology. They go with a group training approach that revolves around training in a designated station for time.

The stations can vary between a treadmill, row machine, TRX, or free weights in intervals of 12-20 minutes. In each station you perform an exercise that is instructed and monitored by a certified or degreed fitness professional. The technology and heart of the “Orange Effect” comes in the form of Polar heart rate monitors. The monitors help to personalize the pace or intensity of your workout and track calories being burned.

Trainees are instructed to keep themselves at 85-92% max heart rate also known as the Orange Zone. In order to get the most results from each workout everything is put together based of two main components: cardiovascular and strength training.

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The beauty about this is the excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC). Workouts create an oxygen deficiency in the body and when that happens the body rebounds with EPOC. The trick here is just as the name implies, an end result of excess oxygen. Oxygen is key to letting the body burn fat just as it is to lighting fire. With a surplus of oxygen and need to recover from the workout the body scorches through fat and calories for 36 hours post workout. Yes you read correctly, the body will continue to work for you for the next three days from a single workout.

So now the question is, are you ready to be motivated, feel energized, build confidence and self-esteem? Can you take direction, instruction and use your own results and hard work as a form of motivation?

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Fashion

New Year’s Resolution

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f your closet is full of clothes but you still find yourself saying “I have nothing to wear”?

In that case, you definitely need to renew and refresh your wardrobe ASAP. With the beginning of the New Year, enhancing your wardrobe sounds like a great idea! You probably think you’ll have to spend a lot of money, but that’s totally false! You just need to start by doing some minor adjustment to what you already own and do some “smart shopping” Don’t worry if it sounds complicated, we’re here to help.

How to start?

Start by cleaning your closet and asking yourself the following questions:

Shopping Tips

1. Before you go shopping, make you sure you actually buy things that fit your body and your lifestyle at the moment. Never invest your money on something you think you can wear when you finish your diet. Lets face it; sometimes we just don’t finish that diet.

2. Adding good pieces to your wardrobe takes time.

“Does this fit my personal style?”

Never buy something you’re not 100% sure. As my mom always told me: “If you love it, take it! If you “When was the last time I wore it?” like it, don’t. You’ll find something better” And now, “Does it look old already?” that’s my first rule when shopping.

“Am I really going to wear this?”

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Meet the basics. This are pieces that all woman should have and the foundation for any good wardrobe: the little black dress, the white blouse, a solid color t-shirt, solid color turtle neck, a jacket, a neutral cardigan, at least two pair of good jeans, black pants, heels, boots, flats and a good quality black bag.

Most of the time, a woman can mix & match these items to create outfits for any occasion without spending a lot of money to buy new clothes. Make sure you have these items in your wardrobe.

To successfully “mix and match” your clothes, you just need to build a solid foundation of a few basic colors and then add the rest of the structure according to your style. An important tool for mixing and matching is the wise use of accessories like jewelry, handbags, shades, scarves and belts. The stamp of authenticity of a good wardrobe is its versatility, variety and adaptability. You don’t need to have a huge closet with tons of clothes to look always stylish; by using your creativity, common sense and a penchant for ‘mix and match’ when you buy your clothing.

4. If you want to buy a pricey item, get your money’s worth by investing in a classic shape and 9/22/15 11:25 AM color. This way you can get more than a season’s wear out of it.

5. Take advantage of “end of season” sales. Stores are practically giving things away at the end of each season to make room for the next season’s goods

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Entrevista

SAMAR YORDE

@Soy Saludable

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a Dra. Samar Yorde es una especialista en nutrición que busca incentivar y aconsejar a todas a aquellas personas que quieran un estilo de vida saludable. Una guerrera como se hace llamar, debido a que ella vivió su propia experiencia con la obesidad y como le puso fin a esta. Yorde cuenta con altos estudios en la rama de salud pública y obesidad.

De seguro ya todos han oído hablar de @SoySaludable una red social presente en Instagram, Twitter y Facebook, una plataforma médica y comunicacional desarrollada por la también locutora, junto a su equipo de médicos, nutricionistas y entrenadores, para la promoción de un estilo de vida saludable sostenible a través de la combinación de buena alimentación, el equilibrio emocional y la actividad física. Gracias a un trabajo sostenido durante más de cinco años, esta cuenta se ha convertido en una de las comunidades virtuales de salud más activas e influyentes en Latinoamérica.

Samar también es escritora, su primer Libro “SoySaludable en la Cocina”, publicado en Venezuela, fue un éxito con más de 50.000 copias vendidas en los primeros 6 meses de publicación, esperando así alcanzar el mismo éxito con su segundo libro “Soy Saludable: Transforma tu cuerpo y tu vida sin ansiedad ni obsesiones”.

¿Como nace la idea de @SoySaludable?

Unos años atrás, a través de mis experiencias personales entendí el daño que los ciclos destructivos de la ansiedad, la obesidad y sus enfermedades asociadas pueden causar en la vida de las personas. Como mujer, madre, médico y gerente público inicié un camino de transformación, crecimiento físico y emocional con el propósito de liberarme. En el camino descubrí que a través de mis experiencias traducidas en aprendizajes, unido a mi profesión, podía ayudar a millones de personas agobiadas por los malos hábitos de vida, el sedentarismo y la manipulación comercial de la salud, influenciando sus vidas de manera positiva. Hace 5 años transformé esta pasión en lo que hoy es @SoySaludable; una plataforma de comunicación y servicios médicos que aporta consejos, información científica y motivación necesarios para mejorar los hábitos de vida, alimentación y actividad física, traduciendo todo esto en un peso saludable, una vida prolongada y llena de energía para nuestros seguidores.

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Entrevista

¿Que herramientas podemos encontrar en tu libro para combatir el sobrepeso y llevar una vida plena y saludable?

Este libro cuenta con un maravilloso camino que consta de cuatro estaciones: En la primera parte encontrarás las herramientas para aprovechar al máximo tu “hora 0”, que no es más que el momento clave en el que tomas la decisión de cambiar tu vida. En la segunda parte te prepararemos para ganar la batalla. Aquí te daremos información médica, nutricional y datos que necesitas para saber qué hacer y hacerlo bien. En la tercera parte, vamos a lo práctico. Compartiremos consejos para hacer una compra inteligente y te mostraremos cómo cocinar los alimentos sin perder el sabor o los nutrientes. En el último trayecto de este camino, encontrarás las herramientas más útiles para mantenerte motivado y alerta. Tendrás todo el poder para convertir tus intenciones en acciones y realidades. Construiremos juntos un plan para mantener el rumbo y lograr tu meta en el menor tiempo posible. Una vez que inicies, no querrás jamás abandonar el camino. ¿Qué es lo que consideras más importante en la vida?

Ser feliz, disfrutar, amar, dar y compartir lo que aprendo con otros.

¿Qué alimentos no nos pueden faltar en casa?

Todos los vegetales de muchos colores y frutas.

Agua, huevos, pescados y mariscos, avena, almendra, batata, whey protein de chocolate y vainilla, cacao en polvo, te verde, leche de almendras, yogur griego, entre otros.

¿Dinos algunas características que te describan?

Alegre, divertida, positiva, auténtica, espontánea, valiente, fuerte y resiliente. Cuento mis bendiciones y agradezco a Dios cada día de mi vida. ¿Que opinas sobre el bullying?

Las personas que creen en si mismas y saben cuanto valen, las personas plenas, felices, ocupadas, llenas de sueños y proyectos, las personas serenas que practican el desapego y que creen en Dios, las personas que comprenden que estamos de paso en esta vida, no pueden sentir envidia ni permiten ser afectados por el bullying.

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Ya que tienen tantas cosas positivas en que ocuparse y tan poco tiempo para vivirlas que no tienen ni tiempo para ver lo que hacen los demás, mucho menos para dejarse afectar por críticas estériles y sin sentido.

Siempre habrán personas que necesiten descargar sus miserias emocionales en otros y esto es inevitable. Las piedras que me lanzan sólo sirven para hacer más fuertes mis muros. Y las piedras que me sobran las uso para construir puentes hacia nuevas metas.

Pero siempre le digo a nuestros seguidores que jamás permitan que las críticas definan su conducta. No se dejen dominar, doblegar o intimidar. Que nadie les quite su brillo. Nunca le den a alguien las llaves de su vida, ni permitan que las burlas o chismes les cierren el camino.

No tienen que ser como los otros digan ni tienen que parecerse a nadie en particular. Y tienen todo el derecho de expresarse y decir lo que piensan tantas veces como quieran.

¿A qué piensas que se debe tu éxito, qué hiciste para lograrlo?

Soy una mujer común y corriente, como la mayoría de los que viven en este planeta. Lucho contra mi genética y mi predisposición a ser gordita. Debo trabajar duro para ganarme el pan. Tengo muchos sueños y proyectos aún por concretar y cumplir. Estoy comenzando una nueva vida en un país diferente. A veces me desanimo, frustro o pierdo la paciencia, cuando no logro lo que quiero.

La doctora Samar recomienda:

Fortalezas y Recomendaciones para este 2016 1

No tener límites ni barreras. Aprender a “pensar fuera de la caja”, a buscar soluciones y salidas para todas las situaciones que se presenten.

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Tener muy claro los objetivos. Saber lo que se quiere en la vida y donde encontrarlo, por lo tanto, mantenerse enfocado en los objetivos.

¿Cómo ha sido el cambio al mudarte a DoralMiami y que es lo que mas te gusta de nuestra ciudad?

Amo a mi país, Venezuela, que me recibió cuando tenía 40 días de nacida y agradezco enormemente todo lo que me dio durante el tiempo en que viví en ella. Todo lo que soy se lo debo a Venezuela y su hermosa gente. Pero sentía desde hace 2 años que ya debía dar un paso hacia la internacionalización, y buscar llevar nuestro mensaje mucho más lejos. Miami es la vitrina perfecta para llegar a toda la comunidad de habla hispana en Estados Unidos y en el mundo.

Me encanta Doral, porque me mantiene conectada con Venezuela y su gente. Cuando haces la transición a un nuevo país, y llegas a un lugar rodeado de la gente y la cultura que dejas atrás, se hace mucho más fácil. Esta ciudad está llena de Venezolanos aguerridos y esperanzados en un futuro mejor, por eso, dan lo mejor de si para salir adelante, y eso me inspira a más no poder. ¿Cómo podemos obtener tu libro?

Se encuentra en las principales librerías de Estados Unidos y Puerto Rico que incluyan libros de habla hispana. Pueden conseguirlo en formato físico en Barnes and Noble, Books and Books, Target, Amazon, bibliotecas y librerías independientes.

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Volverse ciego, sordo y mudo cuando te dicen que no puedes. Como dice Samar “dime que no puedo hacerlo y siéntate a ver como lo hago”.

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Ser fuerte y resiliente. Cada vez que te caes, levántate con mucha más fuerza. Todas las veces que haga falta.

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Creer en Dios y en tú potencial. Confía en ti. Entiende que todos los seres humanos somos creadores de nuestras circunstancias.

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Ser auténtico. Sin poses ni aires de divismo, aceptarse sin importar lo que piensen los demás de ti.

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Creer en la gente. Trabaja en equipo ya que juntos pueden más. Si no puedes con algo busca ayuda sin pena.

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Ser agradecido. Con Dios, con la vida, la familia y las personas que hacen bien.

Aceptar lo que ocurre sin quejarse. No hay tiempo que perder cuando se trata de lograr tus sueños. Y quejarse implica un desgaste enorme de energía y tiempo.

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Ser positivo y valiente. Decide vencer el miedo y arriésgate, esperando siempre lo mejor de la vida. Ser positivo es un hábito que te empuja a arriesgarlo todo para lograr tus sueños.

Interview

D

r. Samar Yorde is a nutrition specialist whose aim is to motivate and advise all of those who are looking for a healthy lifestyle. A true warrior, as she defines herself, since she experienced her own battle against obesity and was able to overcome it, Yorde has advanced degrees in Public Health and Obesity.

Surely you must have heard of @SoySaludable (@Iamhealthy) a social network with a huge presence in Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

This is a medical and communications platform developed by Yorde, who is also an anchor, together with her team of physicians, nutritionists and trainers. It is designed to promote a healthy lifestyle through a combination of good nutrition, emotional balance and physical activity. As a result of over five years of sustained efforts, this site has turned into one of the most active and influential health-related virtual communities in Latin America.

Samar is also a writer. Her first book “Soy saludable en la cocina” (I am Healthy in the Kitchen), published in Venezuela, was a bestseller, with over 50,000 copies sold during its first six months of publication. She expects to achieve the same success with her second book “Soy Saludable: Transforma tu cuerpo y tu vida sin ansiedad ni obsesiones” (I am Healthy: Transform Your Body and Your Life Without Anxieties or Obsessions).

How did the idea of @SoySaludable arise?

A few years ago, through my personal experiences, I realized that the vicious cycles relating to anxiety, obesity and resulting illnesses can cause serious damage in people. As a woman, mother, physician and public administrator I began a transformational journey that included physical and emotional growth in order to feel liberated. Along the way, I discovered that through my experiences, set out as teaching tools with the help of my own career, I could help others. I could offer positive guidance to the millions of people overwhelmed by sedentary lifestyle habits, and influenced by promotional manipulation of their health. About five years ago, I transformed this passion into what has now become @SoySaludable, a communications and medical services platform that offers advice, scientific information and suggestions for physical activity. The aim was to help our followers achieve a healthy weight, long life and high levels of energy.

What tools can we find in your book to help us combat excess weight and lead a full and healthy life?

This book consists of a marvelous path that is made up of four stations. In the first part you will find the necessary tools to take full advantage of your “0 hour” - the moment when you make up your mind to change your life.

In the second section we will prepare you to win the battle. Here you will find medical and nutritional information as well as all the information you need to know how to do it and do it well.

The third station is very practical. Here we will share tips on how to make intelligent purchases and show you how to cook food so that it does not lose its taste and nutritional value.

The last step in this journey will give you the most helpful tools to stay motivated and alert. You will have the power needed to turn your good intentions into action and reality.

Together we shall build a plan to stay the course and reach your goal in the shortest time possible. Once you start, you will never want to abandon the path.

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What do you consider most important in your life?

I want to be happy, enjoy, love, give and share what I learn with others.

What food items should a home never be without?

Vegetables of all colors and fruits. Water, eggs, fish and seafood, oatmeal, almonds, sweet potatoes, chocolate and vanilla whey protein, cocoa powder, green tea, almond milk, Greek yogurt, among others.

Share with us some of the characteristics that describe you.

Happy, fun-loving, positive and authentic, spontaneous, brave, strong and resilient. I count my blessings and thank God every day of my life.

We know that bullying is very prevalent these days, particularly for celebrities. How do you keep that from affecting your life?

People that believe in themselves and know their worth, people that are fulfilled, happy, busy, full of dreams and projects, those with serenity and a belief in God, those who understand that we are just passing by, cannot feel envy nor do they allow themselves to be affected by bullying. They have so many positive things to occupy them and so little time to live them that they do not have time to see what others are doing. They have no time for senseless criticism.

There will always be those who need to discharge their emotional miseries onto others. This is inevitable. The rocks that get thrown at me, only serve to strengthen my ramparts. And those that are left over, I use them to build bridges towards new goals.

I always tell our followers never to allow criticism to define their behavior. Do not allow yourselves to be dominated, bent or intimidated. Don’t let anyone take away your brilliance. Never hand over the keys to your life to anyone, nor allow those that make fun or gossip about you to close your path. You don’t have to be like others tell you to be, nor do you have to imitate anyone in particular.

You have a right to express yourself and say what you think as often as you want.

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How has your move to Doral Miami been? What do you like the most about our city?

I love my country, Venezuela. It opened its arms to me when I was only 40 days old. I am eternally grateful for everything it gave me while I lived there. Everything I am today, I owe to Venezuela and its beautiful people.

However, for the last two years I have felt the need to step onto the international scene. I wanted to take our message further. Miami is the perfect showcase to reach all the Spanish-speaking community in the United States and the world.

I love Doral because it keeps me connected with Venezuela and its people. When you transition to a new country and you arrive at a place surrounded by the people and culture you left behind, it becomes much easier. This city is full of courageous Venezuelans, all hoping for a better future. For that reason they give the best they have to give to get ahead. I could not find better inspiration.

“The rocks that get thrown at me, only serve to strengthen my ramparts. And those that are left over, I use them to build bridges towards new goals” Where can we find your book?

It can be found in bookstores in the USA and Puerto Rico that carry books in Spanish. It can be purchased at Barnes and Noble, Books and Books, Target and Amazon. Amazon also sells it in digital format.

To what do you attribute your success? How did you achieve it?

I am just an ordinary woman, like most of those who live on this planet. I fight against my genetic predisposition to be a little chubby. I work hard to make my living. I still have many dreams and projects to complete. I am starting a new life in a different country. Sometimes I lose my motivation, feel frustrated or lose my patience when I don’t achieve what I want.

Samar Yorde recommends:

Tips and Advice for 2016 1

Have no limits or barriers - Learn to think outside the box, to look for solutions and answers for all the challenges you encounter.

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Have very clear objectives - Know what you want in life and where to find it. Keep yourself focused on your objectives.

Turn blind, deaf and mute when people tell you that you are unable to do something - As Samar says, “tell me I cannot do it and sit down to watch me do it.”

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Be strong and resilient - Get up with more strength every time you fall down. Do this as many times as needed.

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Believe in God and in your potential - Trust yourself. Understand that all human beings are the creators of or own circumstances.

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Be authentic - Do not pose or give yourself airs. Accept yourself without thinking about what others might think of you.

Believe in people - Work in a team because together you can achieve much more. If you cannot do something on your own, don’t hesitate to ask for help.

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Be grateful - With God, with life, with your family and with those who do you good.

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Accept what happens without complaints - There is no time to lose when it comes to achieving your dreams. Complaining means a great waste of time and energy.

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Be positive and courageous - Decide to conquer fear and take risks, always expecting the best from life. Being positive is a habit that pushes you to risk everything to achieve your dreams.

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Movers and Shakers

- What is your favorite thing about Doral?

MANNY SARMIENTO

PRESIDENT & CEO OF DORAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Live Doral Magazine had the pleasure of interviewing Manny Sarmiento, CEO and founder of the Doral Chamber of Commerce. With hundreds of members the chamber serves as a way to connect businesses both small and large throughout Doral and beyond.

The Doral Chamber of Commerce hosts various networking events, training seminas and educational courses, greatly benefitting Doral businesses and the residents in the area.

- What are the benefits of a business joining the Chamber?

There are many practical benefits of joining the Doral Chamber of Commerce, including access to live New Media and online marketing classes in Social Media, SEO, Email Marketing, Local Business Marketing and more. The first thing we do is meet with all new chamber members for a Marketing Strategy Session.

I hold these sessions personally. The goal is to have our new members understand how to get the most benefits and return on investment from their DCC membership. Doral Chamber of Commerce members can enjoy one or more QuickBooks for Business classes free of charge.

QuickBooks is the number one tool for business accounting.

MANNY SARMIENTO

- Tell us what motivated you to start a Chamber of Commerce in Doral?

Doral was missing an organization that worked for businesses. A Chamber of Commerce is an entity that helps businesses thrive and aids city governments in growing their business community by ensuring the success of their business base.

- What is the role of the Doral Chamber of Commerce?

The Doral Chamber focuses on educationbased marketing and practical events, workshops and classes that aids business owners, managers, CEO’s, CMO’s or entrepreneurs in growing their business by understanding new business, new media and new marketing. It’s a wealth of knowledge to help you thrive in the new era of New Media and New Marketing!

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But one of the most intriguing and practical benefits of joining the DCC is the ability to host a workshop on your subject matter. You prepare the workshop and we set up the Event Page, Registration page, all of the email and social media marketing. This has fantastic value to any business!

- Doral has grown very quickly in the last few years...how do you see it growing in the next 5 years?

We have to be careful with too much growth! I hate to be a doom and gloom person but real estate prices cannot sustain these exorbitant increases.

Business growth will continue at todays pace for about a year but once again, too much growth is often times not sustainable. When I teach a marketing class I say to my students; “we are in an era where your business will either thrive quickly, or die quickly”. Business owners must educate themselves or suffer the consequence of technological dinosaur-ism! (New word I just invented)

Doral feels like a fresh city! We are the hub of international trade and could be the next hub for technology and innovation!

- How does the Chamber help businesses grow?

We take the business ignorance out of the business owner, train them, educate them, change their mindset and create a new FrankenDor business owner with greater strength and toughness and the ability to sustain and thrive in their ventures!

- In what ways does the Chamber interact with the local community and its local businesses?

Part of the Doral Chamber of Commerce events are networking events where you can meet other professionals, interact and create new business for you and them. One of the best events we have is Speed Networking, where you have two minutes two speak to the other person about your business. The bell then rings and you move on the next person. It’s fast, it’s fun and it’s practical! We also host business blitzes where we invite professionals to visit your business.

- What type of businesses benefit best from joining the Doral Chamber of Commerce?

People like to say that we are about the SMBs, but any business can benefit from membership.

We have all kinds and sizes of business from all over the area, including Sam’s Club, Mercedes Benz of Coral Gables, The Related Group, Carnival Cruise Lines and others.

Emmanuel “Manny” Sarmiento is the CEO and Founder of New Media, New Marketing, Inc., an internet and Social Media Marketing consulting, outsourcing and education company, since 2009.

Manny has been teaching Web Optimization, Search Engine Optimization SEO, Social Media, Marketing, WordPress and other marketing and business skills since 2007.

For more information contact them at: 8181 NW 36th St, #21A Doral, FL 33178 Tel: (305) 477-7600

Nutrición

SALMÓN

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SALMÓN

GRANJA

SALVAJE

Anaranjado y con rayas gruesas blancas

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Rojo intenso y menos graso

ace unos días el mundo entero se rasgaba las vestiduras hablando de la carne, tras una simple clasificación de evidencia de la OMS. Paradójicamente, sabemos desde hace 10 años que el salmón mas consumido (el de granja) no es demasiado beneficioso para la salud, y su consumo y su fama no paran de crecer. ¿Será la falta de información? Vamos a dar un pequeño repaso.

Hoy por hoy, el salvaje o “wild” sigue siendo la opción mas saludable. El único mérito que le podemos reconocer al de granja, es que sirve para que nuestra gran demanda de salmón no haya acabado con la existencia del salvaje. También es mas barato y accesible, aunque en esto promete vencerlo el recién aprobado salmón genéticamente modificado. Veremos dentro de dos años, cuando sea una realidad, si tiene o no las ventajas prometidas.

A estas alturas, seguro que todos saben que en el mercado hay dos tipos de salmón:

Por lo demás, si les gusta su sabor y no tienen más remedio que consumir el de granja, traten de no comerlo todos los días. Si lo consumen por el Omega 3, pueden consumir otros pescados como sardinas o anchoas, y tener el mismo aporte, incluso superior, por la mitad de precio.

1. Salmón salvaje (wild) 2. Salmón de granja (farmed) Para que se hagan una idea, el de granja constituye mas del 90% del salmón consumido en la mayoría de paises del mundo, comenzando por EEUU, y tiene suficientes diferencias con su pariente el salvaje como para que ya estuviéramos limitando su consumo, y no aumentándolo.

La industria del salmón ha sabido montarse en la ola de buena fama de los ácidos grasos omega 3 contenidos en él. La pregunta es... merece la pena ese aporte de Omega 3 si a cambio tenemos que hacerle sitio en nuestro cuerpo a cantidades indeseables de plaguicidas y sustancias como el toxafeno, dieldrina, dioxinas y PCBs? En mi opinión, no

¿Merecemos ser engañados como consumidores con el colorante naranja que se añade a la comida del salmón de granja para que su color nos haga pensar que es igual al salvaje? En mi opinión, no. ¿Quiero decir con esto que dejen de comer salmón? No, lo que quiero es que sepan elegirlo.

Como casi siempre en esta vida, un producto de calidad y escaso, es caro.

Eso ocurre con el salmón salvaje, pero tampoco es algo que tengan que comer todos los días.

Traten de hacerlo cuando puedan, y mientras tanto, incluyan en su dieta algún otro de los buenos productos que las aguas de nuestros mares y ríos nos brindan.

Dicen que en la variedad está el gusto, y el gusto de los alimentos que provienen del mar es tan variado, que restringirnos a uno solo, es un pecado.

Salud!

Dr. Guillermo Rodriguez Navarrete Doctor en Nutrición Humana USA Certified Nutrition Coach +1 (305) 335 2413 guillermo@rodrigueznavarrete.com nutrillermo nutrillermo Dr. Guillermo Rodriguez Navarrete

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Fitness

How to SUCCEED

Your Fitness New Years Resolutions

The number one New Years Resolution is losing weight according to U.S. government survey. 45% of Americans will make a New Years Resolution.

Unfortunately only 8% of those making the resolution will succeed in achieving their goals.

By Valentines Day most people that start a fitness New Years Resolution have quit. Yet, the statistics show that the average fitness resolutions last only eight days from the start date.

Are you tired of starting every new years a fitness plan as part of your New Years Resolutions and failing? Why did you fail? Did you quit out of laziness, boredom, due to a program that did not give you results or were you injured?

My goal as a martial arts instructor and fitness trainer is to help everyone to get in the best shape of your life in the quickest and safest manner. I have been training for over 40 years training in martial arts and fitness. I believe in results driven programs in a safe and healthy environment. Longevity is my main objective. I want all of my clients to stay fit and train for life. Yet, by no means do I believe in pampering them. To get results you must train hard. A good trainer will teach you proper technique, monitor your progress, and train you around any injury you might have.

10 Tips to Achieve Your Fitness Goals 1. Life Style

Resolutions, diets, and training programs don’t work without a lifestyle change.

Working out and eating healthy is part of my routine just like brushing my teeth is. In the beginning eating healthy and sticking to a training routine take discipline, yet with time it becomes a lifestyle.

2. Enjoy the Workout

Find a fitness workout or class that you enjoy doing. I personally enjoy martial arts and strength training. I don’t like doing cardio or dancing, so I do my cardio shadow boxing and hitting a heavy bag.

3. Nutrition is Queen

Jack LaLane the Godfather of Fitness who lived to the age of 96 said that “Fitness is King, Nutrition is Queen together we have a kingdom.” Some people say that nutrition is 70 to 80% of your success in a fitness program.

4. Proper Technique

To stay injury free and for you to benefit 100% from your chosen workout routine you must use proper technique. Never continue or go to failure when you are exhausted and you start losing your posture and body alignment.

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5. Recovery

What you do in between your training sessions is even more important than what you do in your training. When you workout you break muscle tissue.

It takes 48 hours for complete recovery. If you do not recover from your workouts, then progress will come to a screeching halt and injuries occur.

6. Keep a Log

Keeping a log of your goals, workouts and eating habits will keep you honest and consistent in your chosen workout.

7. Consistency

Try not to miss any workouts. If you do get right on track the next day or make it up before the week is over.

8. Accountability

Enlist a friend or family member to workout with you. Become friends with like-minded people that workout and eat healthy. Motivational speaker Zig Ziggler said, “you become the some of the ten people you associate with.”

9. Motivation

I listen to numerous motivational speakers to keep myself motivated. It is said that motivation is like bathing. We need to bath every day to stay clean.

We also need to listen to and motivate ourselves on a daily bases.

10. Avoid the Dream Stealers

Stay away from negative people that tell you you will not succeed or you’re wasting your time. Avoid friends that tempt you by telling you to skip workouts and eat unhealthy. Success attracts success; so stay clear of negative people.

Make 2016 the year that you finally succeed in your New Years resolutions.

By Julio Anta Anta’s Fitness and Self Defense 10721 NW 58 Street Doral. +1 305 599-3649 AntaMartialArts.com antamartialarts antasfitnessandselfdefense

Restaurant Pick

Tradition will go beyond the parameters of the dining room to include a progressive beverage program, which integrates Japanese flavors, culture, and inspiration to enhance the connection between the guest and spirits. The program will feature a dedicated Japanese ice program, a rare and award-winning Japanese whiskey list complete with eight of the top ten Japanese whiskeys, a seasonal Omakase cocktail list and a unique sake and shōchū list. The program is built to celebrate the meticulous practice of Japanese beverage making in an artful, authentic and approachable manner.

The restaurant’s adjoining fish market will nod to the famous Tsukiji Fish Market and the many popular street vendors in Japan. Market items will range from house-made rubs to seafood sourced from local and exotic waters across the globe. In addition, it will offer kits to recreate Dragonfly-inspired meals at home, bento boxes to-go, salads, rice bowls and educational seafood workshops.

Ray Leung - Chef

D RAGO NFLY B R I NG S AU T H E N T IC J A PA N E S E C UISINE TO DOR A L WIT H N E W IZ A K AYA F IS H MA R KE T C O N C E P T F EB R U A RY 2 0 1 6 Founded on creating cultural and meaningful connections over a shared experience, Dragonfly Restaurants is the brainchild of Hirofumi P. Leung, a first-generation Japanese/Chinese immigrant, and Song Y. Kim, a second-generation Korean immigrant. With two existing Florida locations, Dragonfly concepts are inspired by izakayas, which are modern-day interpretations of Japanese momand-pop taverns. This February, a third location will open in the highly anticipated Downtown Doral project (5241 NW 87th Avenue) with a spotlight on an artisan fish market. Leung’s vision is to have each location encompass one of several founding culinary principles of Japanese cuisine; the brand’s flagship location in Gainesville focuses on sushi while the Orlando location concentrates on robatayaki (robata grill).

“Our goal is to bring flavorful dishes and creations to Miami while building those shared moments between the friends and family we value,” says Leung. “In keeping with

that same motto of creating experiences, we encourage guests to step out of their comfort zones and embrace a different culture’s traditions, not just amongst friends, but also with food.”

The menu at the new space, boasting more than 6,000 square feet, is heavily inspired by Leung’s dedication to preserving the distant memories of visiting the fish market and street vendors back home with his father before preparing family meals.

The dining room will feature Japanese comfort food-inspired izakaya dishes. Dishes found on the menu include okonomiyaki ( Japanese egg seafood pancakes) and teishoku (meal set) for a casual afternoon to a robatayaki grilled whole chicken (neck-totail) tasting menu, fresh market oysters, as well as sushi and sashimi selections prepared by Dragonfly’s master chefs.

The artisan fish market will have several street fare inspired grab-and-go bento boxes and rice bowls prepared fresh throughout the day. The market will also feature a variety of house-made and unique or hard-to-find boutique items such as, Japanese White Shoyu and Kentucky Bluegrass Soy Sauces, artisanal Kika Treats, whole local fish, fresh exotic catches and special house-blend rice mixes, sauces, dressings and rubs.

Prices will range from several dollars to market pricing on seafood.

Dragonfly is located at 5241 NW 87th Avenue in Doral, Fla. For more information regarding Dragonfly Restaurants, www.dragonflyrestaurants.com.

Receta

Hallaca de Polenta

INGREDIENTES Guiso de Hallaca: • 300 gr. Carne de res cortada en cubos pequeños • 300 gr. Pechuga de pollo cocida desmechada • 300 gr. Carne de cerdo cortada en cubos pequeños • Sal al gusto y pimienta negra recién molida • 2 tazas de vegetales finamente picados: Cebolla, Ajo, Pimentón, Cebollín, Ajo porro, Celery.

• 3 cdas. de aceite vegetal • 1/4 taza de vino tinto

• 2 cdas. de puré de Tomate • ½ cda. de mostaza • 1 ½ cdas. alcaparras finamente cortada • 1 ½ taza de agua, caldo de pollo o carne • ¼ taza aceitunas rellenas • ¼ taza pasitas • 2 cdas. perejil y cilantro • ½ cda. salsa inglesa • 1 cdita. de comino molido

• 1 cda. de azúcar Polenta: • ¾ taza de aceite vegetal • 1 cda. de onoto • 5 dientes de ajo con piel machacados • 100 gr. de Harina de maíz precocida • 500 mililitros de agua • Sal • 6 Hojas de hallaca para decorar

PREPARACIÓN Guiso:

Polenta:

1. Sazonar cada tipo de carne con sal y pimienta. Conservar separadas.

2. Calentar bien el aceite en una olla amplia, añadir la carne de res, dejar dorar, seguidamente la carne de cerdo, al dorarse, agregar la mezcla de vegetales ( cebolla, pimentón……), dejar que se cocinen por 5 minutos, moviendo cada cierto tiempo para evitar que se quemen.

3. Ir añadiendo de a poco los ingredientes restantes del guiso una vez añadido todos , mezclar muy bien y dejar cocinar por 20 minutos. o hasta que se reduzca el exceso de liquido y tome consistencia de guiso espeso.

Probar y sazonar con sal en caso de ser necesario.

1. Calentar el aceite en una olla o sartén pequeño, a fuego bajo, con el onoto.

Al ver burbujear el aceite, retirar del fuego y dejar enfriar, colar y reservar.

2. Colocar el agua en una olla, dejar hervir. Vierte el aceite onotado y colado, también, la harina de maíz en forma de lluvia mientras mezclas con una cuchara de madera, baja el fuego y deja cocer unos 6-8 minutos sin dejar de remover . ir añadiendo la sal al gusto.

3. En cuanto se retire la polenta del fuego, viértela en una bandeja cuadrada o rectangular, dándole un grosor de 2 cm. Cuando se enfríe la polenta vuélcala sobre una bandeja y córtala en bastones 2 cm x 5 cm.

4. En una sartén muy caliente o grill marque cada bastón por un solo lado.

5. Al momento de servir coloque una hoja de hallaca de fondo sobre el plato y sobre ella disponga 3 bastones de polenta intercalados con 2 0 3 cucharadas de guiso.

Chef ejecutivo del Grupo Gastronómico La Fontana graduado de la escuela La Casore du Chef.

Tiene más 13 años de experiencia en Venezuela, Chile, España y ahora en Estados Unidos.

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Calendar

JANUARY 15th - 17th

JANUARY 23th - 24th

Wodapalooza

Miami/Coral Gables Festival of the Arts

Bayfront Park 301 N. Biscayne BLVD. Miami, FL 33132 - www.thewodapalooza.com.

Wodapalooza is a 3-day festival that brings the world of fitness and the love of life to South Florida. What started as a primarily local event 4 years ago with 500 spectators and 125 athletes has blossomed into a worldwide competitive bonanza with 20,000 spectators and 1,500 athletes, representing 16 countries. The combination of cultures, along with the spirit of celebrating life and fitness is what this weekend is all about.

JANUARY 17th

Macy’s Miami International Mall Kickoff Miami Bridal Fashion Week Expo 1205 Northwest 107th Avenue Doral, FL 33172

Giralda Ave between Ponce de Leon & Le Jeune Road (SW 42nd Ave) info@coralgablesartfestival.com The 2nd Annual Coral Gables Festival of the arts features over 150 local and national artists showing works from 13 different categories. Food, drink, music.

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JANUARY 24th Miami Marathon

American Airlines Arena 601 Biscayne Blvd. Miami FL 33132 www.themiamimarathon.com Miami’s premiere race you wont want to miss!

JANUARY 30th Miami Beer Festival

JANUARY 22th - 24th

Fairchild’s Chocolate Festival

14885 SW 248th St # 1, Homestead, FL 33032 www.fairchildgarden.org Indulge in chocolate delicacies during the season’s most delicious event! Enjoy a decadent three days of cooking demonstrations, lectures, plant sales and – of course – lots of chocolate sampling.

JANUARY 23rd

Kids Ultimate Fitness Challenge

272 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134 The Kids Ultimate Fitness Challenge is the nations largest mobile fitness event travelling from coast-to-coast dedicated to helping keep kids healthy and active.

Marlins Park 501 Marlins Way www.miamibeerfestival.com The 4th annual Miami Beer Festival brings together dozens of craft and international breweries, as well as Southern Florida’s best local breweries. The event will take place at the plaza of Marlins Park, and will feature food trucks, DJs, entertainment, and some delicious beers. **All attendees must be 21 and over.

FEBRUARY 1st From Brazil to the World

Aventura Arts & Cultural Center 3385 NE 188th St. Aventura FL 33180 - www.aventuracenter.org From Brazil to the World immerses audiences in the beauty of the Brazilian culture through a combination of informative presentations and live performances, including Capoeira.

FEBRUARY 14th Valentine’s Day

JANUARY 23rd - 24th

Madonna

Rebel Heart Tour, 8:00 PM American Airlines Arena 601 Biscayne Blvd.

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GRAND OPENING SACCARO USA

Saccaro USA, a leading designer and manufacturer of Brazilian indoor and outdoor home furniture, celebrated the opening of its second South Florida showroom on December 10, 2015, in fine style with an exclusive soiree for 150 guests. The new showroom is located at 8995 NW 12th Street, Doral, FL, 33172, and features a vast selection of Saccaro USA’s new collections for 2016 - Photography by Eduardo Hernández

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Jeimy Babi, Luiz Silva and Interior Designer Maristela Raffa

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2015 PALMETTO GENERAL HOSPITAL – PHYSICIAN GALA

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From left: Tony Diaz, DO & Susie Diaz (Wife), Babette Rosabal (wife), Enrique Krikorian, MD, Julio Eguzquiza, MD, Oscar Vicente, Chief Financial Officer, Palmetto General Hospital, Orestes Rosabal, MD, Coe Krikorian , Enrique Krikorian, MD Nelcy Vicente (Wife)

Gilbert Concepcion, MD, Michelle Nuñez

Ricardo Machado, MD and Miriam Machado (wife) Cristina Mata, MD, MBA & Fernando V. Mata, MD (husband)

Jose Orcasita, MD, Nuria Lawson, MD, Giselle Torres (wife), Julio Torres, MD

Oscar Vicente, Chief Financial Officer, Palmetto General Hospital, Eduardo Mederos (husband), Ana Mederos, MBA, Chief Executive Officer, Palmetto General Hospital, Brian Orta, Cristina Mata, MD, MBA & Fernando V. Mata, MD (husband)

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Jorge L. Sosa, MD, Cristina Sosa (wife), Omar Lorenzo, PhD, Berta Olazabal, MD

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