Aventura Magazine June 2023

THIRST TRAPS

5 COCKTAIL QUENCHERS TO BEAT THE HEAT

BOYS OF SUMMER

30 REASONS TO LOVE THE MIAMI MARLINS

SUMMER EVER BEST

GLAZY DAYS

THE SALTY’S FOUNDERS THROW A SWEET SOIREE

CONTENTS

FEATURES

42 30 REASONS TO LOVE THE MIAMI MARLINS

We celebrate 30 years of the Magic City’s hometown team

By Jess Swanson

50 THIRST TRAPS

Five fresh and flavorful cocktails to savor this summer

By Jules Aron

58 HOLE FOODS

Going nuts for doughnuts with the founders of Wynwood’s favorite sweet shop, The Salty

By Linda Marx

64 DEEP DIVE

Make a splash with easy, breezy summer essentials

by Nick Mele

Photography

Farm Rio ombré graphic bikini top, farmrio.com; Lafayette 148 New York silk-linen shorts, lafayette148ny.com; Roger Vivier metal buckle slingback pumps, rogervivier.com

17 ON EXHIBIT

73 OPENINGS

Seafood-centric Joliet is the newest restaurant from hospitality brand Lost Boy & Co.

74 LOCAL BITES

Celebrate Pride month with colorful culinary creations, sip rosé all day with help from South Florida–based brand Sip Channé, Abiaka returns to the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel after a three-year hiatus, and global vibes reign supreme on the new menu at Gala & Muse Bar in Aventura

HOME

79 INTERIORS

A designer blends culture with color and a mid-century modern vibe on Privé Island

80 BY DESIGN

Window treatments with a wow factor

81 ELEMENTS

Essential earth tones to accent your abode

SOCIAL STUDIES

83 SEEN ON THE SCENE

Pics from Miami’s most fabulous events

LAST LOOK

88 COOL FACTOR

Summer strolls are made in the shade at CityPlace Doral

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Travel Editor

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

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XYAS, CAKE!

The tastiest way to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride this month?

Icebox Café’s rainbow cake (page 74).

SUMMER LOVE

June in South Florida means more than just heat, humidity, and hurricane season (don’t miss “Prep and Protect” on page 24 for our roundup of tools and tips you can use to weather any storm). For many of us, the advent of summer brings a much-welcomed slower season, when we can enjoy longer days filled with fewer social engagements—and hopefully less traffic. That’s why our June issue of Aventura is chock-full of ways to make this summer your best one ever.

While Miami’s weather pretty much ensures that we’re bathing suit–bound year-round, peak swimsuit season kicks off this month. Catch the latest looks from Lauren Layne Merck’s chic sun-and-swim offerings and more summer essentials in “Deep Dive” on page 64.

Even if you’re keeping cool by the pool or the water, let’s be honest: In this kind of heat, you’ll need to stay hydrated—and you’ll want to do it in style. Our resident mixologist, Jules Aron, has stirred up five summer sips sure to quench your parched palate in “Thirst Traps” beginning on page 50.

The Miami Marlins are celebrating all summer long and beyond, because this season marks the Major League Baseball team’s thirtieth year in the Magic City. Dig out your vintage ball caps or grab one of the newly reissued throwback options and turn to page 42 for “30 Reasons to Love the Miami Marlins” before heading out to catch a game or two during this month’s series of home stands. Here’s to all things sweet and summery!

SHELL GAME

This seashell-forward bracelet from Grainne Morton is the perfect reminder that there’s no better time to embrace your inner mermaid than summertime (page 28).

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« Ancient civilization comes to life in “Mummies of the World: The Exhibition,” the world’s largest touring collection of mummies, now on display at the Frost Science Museum . Take a gander at the mummified remains of humans and animals, plus artifacts from all over the globe. That’s right, it’s not just mummies hailing from the time of King Tut: The exhibit also grants visitors access to the remains of a German nobleman who was buried in leather boots, a mummified Hungarian family discovered in 1994, Scottish medical mummies from the early 1800s, shrunken heads from South America, and interactive multimedia stations for history buffs of all ages. The exhibit runs through September 4. (frostscience.org) —Christiana Lilly

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Clockwise from inset: A sarcophagus used in the burial rites of a wealthy ancient Egyptian woman; The sarcophagus of Egyptian Priest Nes-Hor from the Temple of Min; MUMAB, regarded as the first modern ancient mummy; the mummified remains of an Egyptian cat.

Paris native Sophie Kagan says she’s never felt more at home than she does in Miami. Even so, something was missing. “I love Miami, but the only thing I missed from France was my tea,” she says. To cure her nostalgia, Kagan opened Lily’s Café , a Frenchinspired tearoom and bakery in Sunny Isles Beach. At Lily’s, folks can fancy themselves up to meet friends for a cup of Mariage Frères tea served on fine china adorned with palm trees and monkeys, but also casually pop by during their morning routine for a self-care pick-me-up. Co-owner Naor Jerbi recently added a host of standout savory dishes to the classic menu of macarons, Russian cakes, and gelato. It’s all part of the Lily’s Café reimagination: earlier hours, more breakfast items, and even new Kosher options. In the end, Kagan says, the goal is to become everyone’s “happy place.” (@lilycafesunnyisles) —C.L.

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TWO to Try FROM PARIS, With Love

Inspired by the pandemic-induced social media trend known as “hot girl walks,” Monica Villegas and Lucia Di Tore launched Hot Girl Walk Miami in the summer of 2022 to bring the ladies of the 305 together. The event initially hit the pavement at Brickell Key, but the group grew so large that they were forced to relocate. Now participants spend each Saturday striding around Edgewater, Coconut G rove, Coral Gables, and Aventura Mall before catching up at a coffee shop or restaurant.

“We get moms with their strollers, we have women who are new to Miami and want to make new friends, and girls who have been here for a couple years and don’t feel they’ve made that connection,” Villegas says. Stay tuned as the duo gears up for a special one-year-anniversary celebration this summer. (@hotgirlwalkmiami)

Left: Hot Girl Walk Miami co-hosts Lucia Di Tore and Monica Villegas

ACING IT

Feel the rush of a tennis match with the Slice Girls, a local tennis club founded by four Miami women. “Tennis is a very stiff sport, but not for us,” says co-founder Carole Hollant. “We’re kids on the court.” What started in 2022 as a foursome playing matches at Moore Park in Allapattah grew after Instagram posts of their cute tennis ‘fits garnered positive comments—and interest from other women who wanted to join the court crew. By that summer, they’d structured the club into weekly sessions and a monthly clinic. As a nod to the ’90s girl group the Spice Girls, they dubbed their group the Slice Girls. The clinics draw more than 50 women each month, ranging from women who have never held a racket to heavy hitters. “Bring your sisters, bring your cousins, your classmates, your colleagues—this a fun space where everybody can come together and blow off some steam,” Hollant says. (@slicegirlstennisclub) C.L.

CULTURE

Tuning In

THREE WAYS TO EMBRACE ALL THINGS LOCAL IN LITTLE RIVER’S BUSTLING LIVE MUSIC SCENE

BY CHRISTIANA LILLY

In ecology, the understory is the layer of vegetation that grows in the shade of the forest’s canopy. In Little River, Understory is the music and art spot where patrons can find new acts below the surface of what’s popular and mainstream. “Ultimately, it’s a little bit crunchy,” owner Will Thompson says with a laugh. “It’s jazz and figure drawing. It’s not EDM and Bitcoins.” Thompson is also the brains behind the restaurants Jaguar Sun and Sunny’s Steakhouse (which is currently undergoing renovations). Open since January, Understory’s 21,000-square-foot event space showcases local talent in art and music, hosts food and drink tastings, presents fairs filled with local vendors, and produces recurring events like Good Friday and Jazz in the Jungle. “People are coming to us more and more with these incredible ideas for events and activations,” Thompson says. “Everything coming together feels like magic that this space in this neighborhood can allow us.” (@understorymia)

SIMPLYGOOD DEBUTED IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD IN 2017. LIKE UNDERSTORY, IT’S A MAGNET FOR CREATIVITY. “TO ME, IT’S AN INCUBATOR,” EXPLAINS FOUNDER MAX PIERRE. “IT’S FLEXIBLE BECAUSE THERE [ARE] SO MANY OPPORTUNITIES TO INCUBATE GREAT IDEAS AND SHOWCASE [THEM].” ON THE SCHEDULE ARE COMEDY NIGHTS, FOOD POP-UPS, VINYL NIGHTS, COLLABS WITH OOLITE ARTS, AND MONTHLY LIVE JAM SESSIONS WITH JAZZ MUSICIANS. PIERRE IS ALSO USING SIMPLYGOOD TO PROMOTE AMAPIANO, A SUBGENRE OF HOUSE MUSIC THAT HE HEARD (AND FELL IN LOVE WITH) DURING HIS TRAVELS TO LONDON. “MUSIC IS AT THE CORE OF EVERYTHING. SO WHETHER IT’S SHOWCASING NEW MUSIC OR DOING OUR VINYL NIGHTS AND HAVING VINYL DJS, MUSIC HAS ALWAYS BEEN AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE SPACE.” (@SIMPLYGOODMIAMI)

Celebrating its one-year anniversary this summer is Low Key, a venue that keeps community top of mind. That means punk shows in the rain, Perreo dance parties with hundreds of fans jamming on an inflatable stage, markets run by local creators, and culinary popsups—including Vietnamese food from Tâm Tâm on Fridays and Saturdays. “We chose Little River because the neighborhood aligns with our vision and philosophy,” says owner Brian Griffith.

“There is a mindfulness for history as well as a vision for the future.” (@lowkeymiami_)

Live beats abound in Little River at hip locales such as Understory, Simplygood, and Low Key.

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PRIDE of Place

AFTER YEARS OF TRAVELING THE GLOBE TO PROMOTE ENTERPRISES SUPPORTING THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY, ELIAD COHEN SETTLES DOWN IN THE MAGIC CITY

BY JESS SWANSON

Before Eliad Cohen was a fitness model, a party producer, and an LGBTQ+ icon with 1.4 million Instagram followers, he was a young man from Northern Israel who was afraid to come out as gay.

“When I was 21, I was sure I was not going to tell anyone,” Cohen recalls. “I was going to get married, have kids, and not disappoint the people around me. But then I realized, I won’t disappoint anyone but myself. You can’t live your life based on what others will feel, but what you believe in.”

To Cohen’s surprise, his mother, friends, and colleagues from his military service were supportive. While working as a personal trainer and bartender in Tel Aviv roughly 14 years ago, Cohen began promoting the Arisa party series—considered the world’s first gay Middle Eastern party—through comical YouTube videos. The clips went viral, and Cohen soon found an international following.

It wasn’t long before Cohen founded Papa Party alongside Tel Aviv Gay Pride, featuring events in the United States, Europe, and Latin America. “It became one of the biggest gay parties in the world very fast,” Cohen says. “Everybody is going through something, whether it’s a breakup or something at work or with family, and they want to disconnect for five hours and listen to good music. It means a lot to me that I can bring happiness to people.”

Soon, Cohen found himself appearing on the cover of Spartacus International Gay Guide for its 2011-2012 issue, and being voted one of the top 10 most eligible bachelors in Out magazine.

As he ping-ponged from continent to continent to promote his parties, Cohen identified the need for a space where people could access LGBTQ+-friendly vacation rentals. He co-founded Gay-ville, a global vacation and apartment online rental network catering to

the LGBTQ+ community.

“Today we’re living in a different world,” Cohen notes. “We can get married in the U.S., but 13 years ago it was different. In Eastern Europe, for example, being gay wasn’t accepted by everyone, so there was a big need.”

Cohen relocated to Miami in early 2020, which he considers “the best decision ever.”

Though he has since sold Gay-ville, the entrepreneurial spirit of the Magic City appealed to him: Last year, he co-founded Pride Icons, the largest collection of NFT-inspired art with representations of 100 queer legends (RuPaul, Andy Cohen, and Cher, to name a few) to benefit LGBTQ+ causes including GLAAD, The Trevor Project, and the HetrickMartin Institute for LGBTQIA+ Youth. Cohen also fueled his love for fashion by launching a

Whereas Cohen would previously “travel every weekend,” he finds himself staying put in Miami and traveling for parties once a month. He’s made new inroads in the real estate industry, launching the Eliad Cohen Group with Douglas Elliman. The work keeps him rooted in Miami and allows him to connect people to their dream homes in South Florida. In doing so, he gets to witness the excitement of his clientele, which has now shifted from partygoers to homebuyers.

“For a time, being gay was my biggest weakness,” Cohen says. “But now I consider it my biggest gift. My whole life and career is built around that. If I was in the closet, what would I do?” (eliadcohengroup.com) «

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LGBTQ+ icon Eliad Cohen is making new waves in the red-hot South Florida real estate market.

HOW-TO

PREP AND PROTECT

HURRICANE SEASON RETURNS JUNE 1, SO GET READY WITH THESE INNOVATIVE TOOLS AND EXPERT TIPS

BY SKYE SHERMAN

FIX IT

GET LIT

Order a few of these lightweight LuminAid PackLite lanterns ($30 each) to keep in your hurricane prep kit. They can be charged via USB or solar and can last up to 24 hours on a single charge. (luminaid.com)

A WORD OF ADVICE

Conlan Kennedy, senior communication strategist at Florida Power & Light (FPL), shares a few tasks for your pre-storm to-do list. (fpl.com/storm)

• Photograph or record your home—inside and out—for insurance purposes.

• Clear tree and vegetation debris quickly; trash pickup will be suspended when a hurricane warning is issued.

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Your toolbox might not be handy to grab in an emergency, but this all-in-one Wave Plus multitool ($120) with wire cutters, scissors, a ruler, a screwdriver, and can and bottle openers can be. (leather man.com)

KEEP IN MIND

STAY HYDRATED

Forget hoarding plastic water bottles: The WaterBob emergency drinking water containment system ($35) lets you store up to 100 gallons of potable water in your bathtub. (waterbob.com)

EAT SAFE

Did you know that frozen food can spoil if left at room temperature for two hours? The ColdTi freezer meter ($10) is a helpful way to confirm that food is still safe to eat after a power outage. (amazon.com)

MOST FLOOD INSURANCE POLICIES REQUIRE A MINIMUM 30-DAY WAITING PERIOD, AND YOU CAN’T PURCHASE NEW HOMEOWNERS’ INSURANCE (OR INCREASE YOUR LIMITS) IF A NATURAL DISASTER IS IMMINENT. WANT TO MAKE CHANGES TO YOUR POLICY OR UP YOUR COVERAGE? TAKE ACTION NOW.

BLOCK FLOODS

Instead of packing and stacking back-breaking sandbags, set up these water-activated Quick Dam flood barriers ($20 for one pack). As it rains, they absorb water and grow to a height of 3.5 inches. (quickdams.com)

• Hire a qualified professional to trim any vegetation growing on or near overhead power lines.

• Turn off all swimming pool pumps and filters and wrap them in waterproof materials.

• Set your refrigerator and freezer to their coldest settings ahead of time to keep food fresh longer in the event of a power outage.

• Save your FPL account number on your phone, bookmark fpl.com/outage, and add 1-800-4-OUTAGE (1-800468-8243) to your contacts to easily report and track the status of power restoration.

• Make sure ladders or scaffolds are at least 10 feet away from power lines so you can work safely without the risk of electrocution.

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1. Rowing Boat jacket ($2,300), LilyEve, lilyeve.store, this limited-edition collection features vintage Hermès towels and blankets repurposed into jackets, coats, and cabana tote bags. | 2. La Puerta Block ($2,795), J. Logan Home, jloganhome.com, Florida-based artisan J. Logan Horne gives vintage designer scarves a fashionable new life in the form of decor block cubes, apparel, and accessories.| 3. Dr. Scholl’s clog sandals ($295), double-waisted pencil skirt ($495), Re/Done, shopredone.com, this concept fashion brand creates repurposed designs with an eye toward mindful production and sustainability.| 4. Labadee mini tote ($215), SVNR, svnrshop.com, each bag and jewelry piece is handmade from found, reused, upcycled, and natural materials. | 5. Buru x Sarah Bray Bermuda sun hats (prices vary), Sarah Bray Bermuda, sarahbraybermuda.com, this sustainable collection spotlights woven sea grass and palm leaf sun hats adorned with ribbons made from vintage and deadstock fabrics.

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MODERN MERMAID

CHANNEL A SEA GODDESS WITH THESE OCEAN-INSPIRED ACCESSORIES

BY KATHERINE LANDE

CONNECT THE DOTS

Small Lady Dior handbag with embroidered resin pearl motif ($9,100), Dior, Miami, dior.com

SHE SELLS Shell charm drop bracelet in 18-karat gold-plated silver ($895), Grainne Morton, moda operandi.com

SAFETY NET Crystal net slingback pumps ($1,520), Miu Miu, Miami, bergdorf goodman.com

TIP THE SCALES

Silver stretch lace-up sandals ($1,250), Bottega Veneta, Miami, bottegaveneta.com

SPRING 2023 layered mesh and metallic dress gives goth-on-thebeach vibes.

Come rain or shine, a

KEEP SWIMMING

Embellished Pucci P fish earrings ($785),

Emilio Pucci, Miami, pucci.com

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MESH AROUND: Mesh accessories will instantly update a summer look.

SHELL QUEEN: Opt for accents embellished with pearls and shells.

SEA SIREN: Add a pop of shine to a neutral color palette with mixed metallics.

SUNKEN TREASURE

Metal shell clutch ($495),

Simkhai, simkhai.com

pearl embellishment ($1,995), Jimmy Choo, Miami, jimmychoo.com

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HIGHLAND HEIRLOOM

Handcrafted leather case and binoculars ($2,641), The Fife Arms, shop.thefifearms.com

For the gentleman adventurer, a great pair of binoculars is a must.

The Fife Arms, a landmark hotel in the Scottish Highlands, has commissioned an exclusive set comprised of Leica Trinovid 8x42 HD binoculars in an exquisite bridle-leather case by McRostie. It’s designed to accompany him on his travels and be handed down as an heirloom.

—Daphne Nikolopoulos, editorial director

THE EDIT

Father’s Day FINDS

SPOIL THE DADS IN YOUR LIFE WITH THESE EDITOR-APPROVED PRESENTS

DRINK TO THAT

The Macallan Double Cask 15 Years Old Whisky ($173), The Macallan, themacallan.com

This double-cask whisky is matured for 15 years in separate Oloroso Sherry–seasoned American and European oak casks. The result is a sweet and smooth whisky with a creamy finish and notes of vanilla, dried fruits, and toffee. Encourage Dad to enjoy it neat or over ice for the ultimate tasting experience. —Paul

Rubio, travel editor

MOVIE MAGIC

The Criterion Channel subscription ($11 per month, $100 per year), The Criterion Collection, criterionchannel.com

For dads who spend the hours after bedtime watching prestige movies, there’s no better gift that keeps on giving than The Criterion Channel. Not only will he gain access to a vast catalogue of films, but Criterion also curates themed collections, so he can deep dive on a specific director, genre, actor, and more.

—Mary Murray, executive editor

SNEAKERS WITH SOLE

Men’s Rantulow mixed-media low-top sneakers ($945), Christian Louboutin, neimanmarcus.com

Forget dad sneakers; these fashion-forward kicks (featuring a rubber version of Louboutin’s signature red soles) will elevate his outfits from boardroom meetings to boardwalk outings.

—Kristen Desmond LeFevre, editor in chief

TURKISH DELIGHT

Halfeti ($275 for 100 ml), Penhaligon’s, penhaligons.com

Named after an ancient town on the east bank of the Euphrates River, this unisex fragrance is long-lasting and sophisticated, making it the ideal cologne for every father. A blend of fruits, spices, and deep notes commingles with pinches of bergamot, oud, and black rose for a woody, enigmatic scent evocative of this sunken city.

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If the first thing your dad would grab in a fire is his vinyl collection (after his children, of course), a turntable upgrade is in order. Give his favorite records the best seat in the house with this sleek Denon turntable that will pair perfectly with his audiophile setup. —Abigail

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JEWELRY BOX

The Power OF PEARLS

JUNE’S BIRTHSTONE EXUDES

TIMELESS SOPHISTICATION

BY MARY MURRAY

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1. LINE UP Assael New Deco ring with diamonds and Japanese akoya pearls set in platinum, $35,000. Neiman Marcus, Bal Harbour, Coral Gables (neimanmarcus.com)

2. GARDEN PARTY Fred Leighton necklace with pearls and diamonds set in platinum, price upon request. (providentjewelry.com)

3. ALL FALL DOWN Baggins drop earrings with pearls and diamonds set in 14-karat gold, $3,520. (marissacollections.com)

4. THINK PINK Marlo Laz Squash Blossom bead collar necklace with pink pearls set in 14-karat gold, $24,000. (marlolaz.com)

5. ICE QUEEN Nadine Aysoy Tsarina Ice Flake and Baroque Pearl earrings with blue topaz, baroque pearls, and diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, $6,420. (nadineaysoy.com)

6. GRIP OF THE GRAPE Tamara Comolli Tahitian Grapes bracelet with Tahitian pearls and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $15,400. (us.tamaracomolli.com)

7. SHADES OF GRAY Hamilton Jewelers Private Reserve ombre pearl necklace with cultured South Sea pearls and Tahitian pearls set in 14-karat white gold, price upon request. (hamiltonjewelers.com)

8. CURVE BALL Anita Ko coil earrings with pearls and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $2,850. The Webster, Miami (thewebster.com)

9. IN THE ROUND Lugano Diamonds ring with a natural pink Kasumi pearl and diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, price upon request. (lugano diamonds.com)

SUSTAINABLE SUPERSTARS

Zero-waste living never looked so good. Clean up your beauty routine with vegan, good-for-the-earth formulas for the whole body in recycled, reusable, and biodegradable packaging: Saje Natural Wellness Jute & Joy Liquid Sunshine Soap-filled Wash Pad ($14, saje.com); Boscia Probiotic Exfoliating Powder Refill for Face + Scalp, a gentle and clarifying exfoliator in packaging made from postconsumer recyclables ($38, Ulta Beauty locations); Kérastase Resistance

Strengthening Shampoo Refill Pouch and Reusable Bottle ($68, kerastase-usa.com); Butter & Me Lavender Rosemary Choco Body Scrub ($18, butterandme. co); Fekkai Clean Stylers Sheer Dry Shampoo EarthFriendly Aerosol with Solstice, a non-ozone-depleting aerosol ($27, Ulta Beauty locations); Augustinus Bader

The Rich Cream Face Moisturizer with TFC8 ($180 for 1 fl. oz., Nordstrom locations); and Valdé Beauty Armor + Refillable Lip Set in Soar Gold on Gold with Ritual Creamy Satin Lipstick in Faith ($199, valdebeauty.com).

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JOURNEYS

YOUR PASSPORT TO THE MOST FASCINATING CORNERS OF THE GLOBE

ONCE UPON A TIME IN PARIS

BEGIN YOUR PARISIAN FAIRY TALE IN THE REQUISITE SETTING: AN OFFICIAL FIVE-STAR-PLUS PALACE

BY PAUL RUBIO

Four Seasons Hotel George V

Twelve exalted properties in the City of Light carry official Palace status, a distinction above five stars and indicative of a starring role in French heritage, culture, and gastronomy. Among this elite group, a prime example of Parisian perfection is Four Seasons Hotel George V, a 1928 Art Deco landmark off the Champs-Élysées defined by exemplary design and impeccable service.

First impressions of the gilded lobby merely preview the magnifi-

cence that lies within. Dramatic floral arrangements (an ever-changing vision of 14,000 blossoms by the hotel’s artistic director, Jeff Leatham) accent a double-story marble entryway that overlooks a manicured courtyard known for its seasonal pop-ups and installations. The most affable of staff greet and assist in freshly pressed uniforms, confirming—and later delivering—an expectation of excellence.

At the far end of the lobby and surrounding the courtyard, three world-renowned gastronomic sanctuaries come into view: Le Cinq,

which represents the apex of French cuisine; Italian-Mediterranean hot spot Le George; and plant- and seafood-forward L’Orangerie. Combined, they carry five Michelin stars, the most under one roof in Europe.

Underground at Le Spa, a haute wellness experience awaits in a Pierre-Yves Rochon–designed haven, featuring a lap pool, cocoon lounge beds, a heated vitality pool, a mosaictiled hammam, and coral-tinged treatment rooms. Upstairs, guest rooms and suites embrace a delightfully restrained take on classical Louis XVI style, characterized by uncluttered configurations of period furnishings and a soothing palette of sky blue and cream.

Within rooms, indulge in the finer sensorial details, touching the high-thread-count linens, smelling the abundance of flowers, and melting in the comfiest terry robes imaginable. Then, zoom out on views of the pristine courtyard, daily life along Avenue George V, or even the twinkle of the Eiffel Tower (if staying in the

penthouse or select specialty suites). Next, step out on your oversize balcony or terrace—most rooms have one—and pop the first of many bottles of Champagne. The scene is set and it’s time to toast the start of an epic Parisian adventure. (fourseasons.com/paris)

Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris

Despite the pressure for an official Palace hotel to skew traditional, Le Royal MonceauRaffles Paris stands out as an artsy and edgy maverick, branding it a favorite among the creative elite and rebel-spirited.

The vibrant property is steeped in arts and culture, with a private collection of more than 300 works spread throughout, a contemporary art gallery and bookstore, and a secret 99-seat theater. A dedicated art concierge oversees onsite programming while also coordinating guided tours at local museums and galleries, visits to artists’ studios, private viewings, and more.

The imaginative interiors blend the whimsical with the surreal, culminating in designer Philippe Starck’s most intricate and impressive work to date. Exposed brick and faux–stained glass windows envelop the principal staircase, nodding to the building’s genesis as a home for nuns. Purgatory calls from the ground-floor smoking room, an all-red inferno padded with leather-cushioned walls and punctuated by jagged furnishings. Hallways boast floor-toceiling mirrors intended to channel inescapable self-reflection, a theme that resurfaces in each guest room through a colossal, 360degree mirrored bathroom and dressing room.

Unique room decor heightens Starck’s eccentricity. In the junior suites, for example, find a shapely Murano glass lamp that honors Picasso, a random acoustic guitar that’s meant to be played, and an intentionally crooked writing

Scenes from the Four Seasons Hotel George V, clockwise from below: Lap pool at Le Spa; the all-day dining lounge serves tea and sweets plus dishes by chef Alan Taudon; lobby with floral arrangements by Jeff Leatham; Parisian Suite.

COURTESY OF FOUR SEASONS

desk imprinted with a Paris map that denotes Starck’s preferred hangouts. Framed above the nightstands and embroidered on the duvet are love letters and poems by poet Jean Cocteau.

At the MyBlend by Clarins Spa, Starck’s once-signature all-white aesthetic is deployed across multiple heavenly spaces, including an advanced hydrotherapy circuit, a swimming pool, and seven treatment rooms. Rounding out the scene are the hotel’s five restaurants and lounges, each offering a distinct aesthetic and culinary experience. A highlight is the Michelin-starred Il Carpaccio, with its Sicilian, Baroque-style interiors and remixed Italian cuisine rooted in transalpine ingredients. (leroyalmonceau.com)

Le Bristol Paris

Le Bristol was the first hotel in France to be awarded Palace status—and for good reason. To start, it’s the epitome of timeless French elegance in the most esteemed district in Paris, Faubourg Saint-Honoré.

Since its debut in 1925, Le Bristol has been a magnet for the cultural and fashion set, with famed regulars such as Cristóbal Balenciaga,

Coco Chanel, and Pablo Picasso. Nowadays, as part of the prestigious Oetker Collection, the property remains equally pertinent and popular by excelling in the kind of elevated Parisian stay that travelers desire.

Given the hotel’s recent property-wide renovation and even newer addition of three presidential suites, guests can look forward to Louis XVI refinement across residential-style units, where touches by top interior design and style names abound (think: Loro Piana cashmere throws and Pierre Frey fabrics). Fresh takes on

neoclassical furnishings balance past and present across pastel-tinged interiors that feel light, spacious, and soft. In the common areas, elements such as the glass-and-wrought-iron birdcage elevator and centuries-old art and tapestries endure thanks to museum-quality upkeep.

French celebrity chef Éric Fréchon (a name synonymous with Parisian haute cuisine) oversees the property’s four restaurants, meaning every meal is one to remember. The best is Epicure, which is decorated with three Michelin stars and features some of the most celebrated dishes to be found in this global capital of gastronomy. Two such standouts are the Candele Macaroni, a daintier take on cannelloni stuffed with black truffle, artichoke, and duck foie gras, gratinated in black truffle juice with mature Parmesan; and a creation called Leek, a caramelized giant leek in seaweed butter, partitioned by tartar of petite white pearl oysters.

Overall, Le Bristol is unapologetically Parisian and unequivocally chic in all facets of its operation. It represents yet another idyllic Palace at which to stage your City of Light fairy tale. Now the narrative is entirely yours to script. (oetkercollection.com) «

Scenes from Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris, clockwise from above: Mirrored bathroom and smoking room, both designed by Philippe Starck; dish at Il Carpaccio.

Le Bristol Paris is home to three-Michelinstarred Epicure (right), which boasts plates such as Candele Macaroni (above).

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CLAIRE COCANO

HIGH ROAD

BACK ON TRACK

BY HOWARD WALKER

Remember that scene in Top Gun: Maverick when Tom Cruise catapults off the USS Theodore Roosevelt in his F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jet? The clenched teeth. The facial contortions. The sharp intake of breath. Exciting stuff.

It’s precisely the same sensation you get when executing a launch-controlled acceleration run in the latest 640-horsepower, $230,000 Porsche 911 Turbo S rocket ship. Same clenched teeth. Same grimaced expression. Same tingle in the fingers.

And the best part? To experience this kind of thrill ride, you don’t have to travel to an aircraft carrier bobbing around in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. How about Atlanta instead?

We’ve come to the new and expanded

Porsche Experience Center a stone’s throw from the Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, where the German sports machine maker has just added a second driver development complex called the West Track. The center itself has been open since 2015, and the original 1.6mile South Track has seen more than 400,000 car enthusiasts line up to drive the latest and greatest Porsche models.

This new West Track, which will operate in addition to the old South Track, takes things up a notch. It includes a 1.3-mile ribbon-ofasphalt Handling Circuit that incorporates grin-inducing elements from some of the world’s most iconic racetracks. Drivers can spiral down a section inspired by the infamous Corkscrew at California’s Laguna Seca, sweep around a version of the banked, wall-of-death Carousel from Germany’s Nürburgring circuit, and even snake through a section of curves reminiscent of the Tail of the Dragon road in the Smoky Mountains.

The fun doesn’t stop there: This 33-acre expansion includes some serious skillenhancing activities, such as a 196-foot diam-

THE NEWLY EXPANDED PORSCHE EXPERIENCE CENTER IN ATLANTA MIGHT JUST BE THE ULTIMATE THEME PARK FOR DRIVERS

eter skidpan, aka the Low-Friction Circle. This huge asphalt pad has a polished surface that, when drenched with water, offers Teflon-like grip. You can test your drifting skills and research the handling differences between, say, a rear-engined 911 GT3, a mid-engined Cayman, and an all-wheel-drive Panamera. Fun doesn’t even come close to describing it.

Then there’s the brand-new Ice Hill feature for those who want to know what it’s like to drive in Minnesota in January. With its 8 percent slope and water-soaked polished surface, it’s a test of driver and machine to reach the top. An all-wheel-drive Macan SUV is pretty impressive here.

Move across to the new Autocross course to engage off-the-line acceleration and then test your handling and braking techniques through a series of slaloms. But nothing compares to a launch-controlled zero-to-60-mph blast in a 911 Turbo S or a spookily silent, all-electric Taycan Turbo S, both of which clock in at 2.6

seconds. The technique involves planting your foot hard on the brake pedal while you mash the throttle, then simply come off the brakes.

But for the ultimate thrill drive, a couple laps on the Handling Circuit behind the wheel of a 502-horsepower 911 GT3 will give you enough grins to last a lifetime. The sheer precision and agility of this speed machine, its balance and poise, not to mention its monumental stopping power are nothing less than otherworldly.

That’s the beauty of this program: variety. With pretty much every model in the Porsche lineup to choose from (the fleet is around 130 cars) you can drive everything from a 300-horsepower 718 Boxster to a gutwrenching 750-hp electric Taycan Turbo S.

The sessions are typically 90 minutes and come with a Porsche driving coach in the passenger seat. Prices range from $450 for a customizable session in a Boxster or Cayman, to $1,275 for back-to-back blasts in a 911 Turbo S and 911 GT3. Book it for a special occasion, to sharpen your driving skills, or just because you’ve always wanted to drive a Porsche in anger. Or book it to be like Tom. You won’t be disappointed. (porschedriving.com) «

REASONS TO LOVE THE MIAMI MARLINS

THE MIAMI MARLINS MADE THEIR FIRST SPLASH IN THE MAGIC CITY IN 1993. SINCE THEN, THEY’VE WON TWO WORLD SERIES, UNDERGONE A SLEW OF REBRANDS, AND MOVED INTO A NEW STADIUM BUILT ON THE HALLOWED GROUND OF THE ORANGE BOWL. IN HONOR OF THE TEAM’S THIRTIETH ANNIVERSARY, WE TAKE A LOOK AT THE MANY REASONS TO LOVE OUR HOMETOWN HITTERS.

BY JESS SWANSON

1. Color Story

The team’s current color scheme was set in 2019, featuring Miami blue, caliente red, slate gray, and midnight black. (Founding owner Wayne Huizenga’s original pitch of a pink and green color palette was rejected.)

2. The Name Game

On July 5, 1991, the team was introduced as the Florida Marlins. “It’s a strong fish. That’s why my dad named the team ‘Marlins,’” Ray Goldsby-Huizenga, Huizenga’s son, told the

Miami Herald. “If you’ve seen how fast a blue Marlin can move through the water and how powerful they are, it’s a natural choice.” It was also an homage to the AAA minor league team called the Miami Marlins that first played in the Magic City in 1956. In the early 1990s, there were no other MLB teams in the state, so giving the Marlins a Florida association (as opposed to a Miami moniker) made sense. The team replaced “Florida” with “Miami” in its official name in 2012.

3. Museum Marvels

To commemorate the team’s thirtieth anniversary, the Marlins Museum (located in left field on loanDepot Park’s promenade level) features trophies from the team’s World Series wins in 1997 and 2003, special-edition caps and pins, and a wall of old-school televisions replaying highlights from over the years. “The museum will let fans walk down memory lane with artifacts from the organization’s past,” says Marlins majority owner Bruce Sherman.

Inset: Miami Marlins manager Jared “Skip” Schumaker gives pitcher A.J. Puk a high five. Opposite page, clockwise from top left: loanDepot Park; pitcher Johnny Cueto; a young Marlins fan.

When the team debuted in 1993, players wore white and teal pinstriped uniforms with the word “Marlins” across the chest. But in the lead-up to the team’s tenth anniversary, then-owner Jeff Loria made changes to the uniform with black pinstripes and lettering. Then in 2012, the Marlins switched to uniforms in orange, yellow, and blue. The pinstripes were out, and a sleek new font that read “Miami” was in. But fashion is cyclical. For the thirtieth anniversary, the team will wear the 1993-style teal pinstriped uniforms, helmets, and hats at “Flashback Friday” home games. “We actually went right back to the original style,” explains Miami Marlins president of business operations Caroline O’Connor. “We were able to get our uniform provider, Fanatics, to make the 1993 uniform again.” Marlins manager Jared “Skip” Schumaker is excited about the new outfits, adding, “The throwback uniforms are incredible. I remember facing the Marlins when they had the teal.” Even 25-year-old pitcher Jesús Luzardo fondly recalls the iconic teal pinstripes: “My dad would take me to games at the old ballpark when the team was wearing the teal uniforms we get to wear now on our Flashback Fridays.”

Throwback Uniforms are Back, Baby 5

Logo Love

On April 5, 1993, Jeff Conine played in the very first Marlins game. During the 1995 All-Star Game, Conine was dubbed Most Valuable Player (MVP) after he famously pinch-hit a home run in the eighth inning to clinch a victory. Since Conine is the only Marlins player to have played in the inaugural season and both World Series Championships, fans have given him the moniker of “Mr. Marlin.” After Conine’s playing career ended, he joined the Marlins as a special assistant. However, he was not retained after Loria sold the team to Sherman. But this season, Sherman made sure to bring Conine back into the fold. “I love talking to fans, I love talking to season ticket holders, and I love talking to sponsors,” Conine says. “I just love being an ambassador for the Marlins.” Sherman calls Conine an icon. “His perspective and knowledge of the history of the Marlins franchise and South Florida community will be invaluable,” he says.

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For the first nine years of the Marlins’ existence, the team logo was teal and silver and featured a marlin leaping across a baseball.

With the name change and new stadium came a new logo to match in 2012. Today, the team is back to black. The current logo

harks back to the original logo with a leaping Marlin and allusions to the red stitching on a baseball in the center.

6. Mr. Marlin

Bob Along with the Bobbleheads

More than 500 bobbleheads grin at viewers on the main concourse in center field at loanDepot Park. The musuem is considered the largest permanent public display of bobbleheads in Major League Baseball.

7. The Man on the Mic

For 19 seasons, Fox Sports color analyst Tommy Hutton called games for the Marlins until his contract was not renewed in 2015. Fans missed Hutton’s commentary, and the new Marlins management encouraged Fox (now BallySports) to rehire him in 2022. “I’m happy to be back. I’m happy to do what I do. I love it,” Hutton says. “You go to a game—and God knows how many I’ve been to—you’re usually going to see something that you’ve never seen before, and that uniqueness of baseball is the part I love.”

8. A Standout Stadium

After sharing their home field with the Miami Dolphins football team at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, the Marlins got a home of their own at loanDepot Park, which opened March 5, 2012. The stadium seats a maximum of 37,442 spectators and sits on the grounds of the former Orange Bowl. Dating back to 1937, it was the longtime home of the University of Miami football team. After its

demolition in 2008, construction on loanDepot Park began the following year. To commemorate the Hurricanes’ color scheme, the first seat installed at loanDepot Park behind the third-base dugout was painted red, while the last one in the top deck was painted green.

9. Time Capsule Treasures

When building the new stadium in 2009, the team buried a metal case full of memorabilia from its inaugural season in 1993, its two World Series Championship seasons, and other items inside a wooden beam reinforced with concrete, essentially building “their foundation on two World Series Championships” as the team said at the time.

10. Raising the Roof

Sitting in rain- or sun-drenched seats was once considered a rite of passage for any true Marlins fan. But the new stadium boasts an amenity that players and fans both love: a retractable roof to shield them from the elements. “You’re not going to get those rain showers anymore because of the retractable roof,” Hutton notes. “It’s made a difference because, man, it’d be so hot and we’d sit through two-hour ran delays.”

11. Extra Points for EcoFriendliness

Topped by a thermoplastic white membrane to reflect heat, loanDepot Park’s retractable roof is the first of its kind to receive Gold LEED status from the U.S. Green Building

crown jewel in the Marlins’ sustainability practice, which includes a comprehensive recycling plan, reduced water and energy use, regional sourcing, and low-emitting interior finishing materials for paints, coatings, and sealants.

13. Fish Food

LoanDepot Park caters to a wide range of tastes by serving sushi, tacos, and even fourfoot-long Cuban sandwiches. Don’t worry, purists: conventional stadium hot dogs, popcorn, and pretzels are also available. “We have a lot of local Miami food vendors,” O’Connor says. “Being here every day, I never run out of things to choose from.”

Inset: Where the Miami Orange Bowl once stood is now home to the loanDepot Stadium, packed with Miami Marlins fanatics as seen from this bird’s-eye view.

14. Two out of Three Ain’t Bad

The Marlins qualified—always as a wild card—for the postseason in 1997, 2003, and 2020. During those first two runs, they went on to win the World Series. But the Marlins’ only postseason series loss came against the Atlanta Braves in the 2020 National League Division Series. “I know there have been a lot of losing seasons and that’s frustrating,” explains Hutton. “But people forget this is a franchise that has won two World Series in 30 years.”

15. PostSeason Pennants

Homer: Love it or Hate it?

When building loanDepot Park, Jeff Loria commissioned a $2.5 million, seven-story neon obelisk known as “Homer” from artist Red Grooms in order to meet Miami-Dade’s public art requirement. For six seasons, Homer and its kitschy flamingos, flying marlins, and spouting fountains whirred to life for 29 seconds in left center field each time the Marlins hit a home run. In 2019, Homer was moved outside the ballpark thanks to thenMarlins executive Derek Jeter’s genuine hatred for the sculpture. Now it goes off every afternoon at 3:05 p.m. as a quirky homage to the city’s area code.

The National League (NL) dates back to 1876. Though the Marlins have only been around for a fraction of that time, they’ve secured two NL pennants, after defeating the Atlanta Braves in 1997 and the Chicago Cubs in 2003. It’s been two decades since the Marlins have made it to the National League Championship Series, but Sherman is hoping that will change. “My expectation is to be in the playoffs,” he says. “There’s no other reason to do this other than to make the playoffs and take it all the way.”

16. Infield Home Run Roundup

In 2008, the Marlins placed fourth in the NL East, missing the postseason. But they still set a significant league record when each member of their infield hit more than 25 home runs each that season: Shortstop Hanley Ramirez hit 33, first baseman Mike Jacobs hit 32, second baseman Dan Uggla hit 32, and third baseman Jorge Cantu hit 29.

19. NoHitter

Highlights

The MLB recognizes a “no-hitter” when a team’s pitchers do not allow any hits during the course of a game. It’s a feat that the Marlins have accomplished six times thanks to Al Leiter in 1996, Kevin Brown in 1997, A.J. Burnett in 2001, Aníbal Sánchez in 2006, Henderson Álvarez in 2013, and Edinson Vólquez in 2017.

20. That Short But Sweet Pandemic Season

Opening day for the Marlins’ 2020 season was all set for March 26—but then the COVID-19 pandemic hit and opening day was pushed back to July 24. But during the

Trophies Times Two

In just 30 years, the Marlins have brough home two World Series Championships—against the Cleveland Indians in 1997 and the New York Yankees in 2003. Put that in perspective: Older teams like the Milwaukee Brewers (founded in 1969), the San Diego Padres (founded in 1969), the Texas Rangers (founded in 1972), and Colorado Rockies (founded in 1991) have never won a World Series title.

shortened 60-game season, the Marlins clinched their first playoff berth since 2003, when the team defeated the New York Yankees and secured second place in the NL’s East division.

21. The Soul of the Cycle

Considered one of the rarest feats in baseball, a cycle is completed when a player hits a single, double, triple, and home run all in the same game. On April 11, 2023, Marlins infielder Luis Arráez hit the cycle for the first time in Marlins’ franchise history against the Philadelphia Phillies. “I want to do everything I can to help the Marlins get back [to the playoffs] this season,” Arráez says. “We have great pitching and hitting. Now it’s about putting it together as a team.”

22. Star Hitters

On May 8, 2002, Luis Castillo started a streak that lasted for 35 straight games—the longest hitting streak the MLB has seen since Hall of Famer Paul Molitor hit in 39 straight

games for the Milwaukee Brewers in 1987.

Miguel Cabrera played 720 games as a Marlin, but he hit the ball 842 times (and won the Silver Slugger Award twice) during that time.

Giancarlo Stanton finished the 2017 season with 59 home runs, joining an elite club including Babe Ruth and Ken Griffey Jr. to pass the 55 home run mark in a single season. Stanton also boasts hitting the ball with the highest exit velocity in MLB history at 122.2 miles per hour.

23. Star Pitchers

Dontrelle “D-Train” Willis signed with the Marlins during the 2003 season. He was pivotal in securing the Marlins’ second World Series win and was awarded NL’s Rookie of the Year. Known for his wide-leg kick, Willis remained the Marlins’ all-time winning pitcher until Ricky Nolasco usurped the honor in 2012.

Nolasco currently leads all pitchers in Marlins history with total innings pitched,

appearances, starts, and strikeouts.

José Fernández was considered one of the Marlins’ best emerging pitchers until he died in a boating accident in 2016 at the age of 24. He struck out opposing hitters 253 times in 182 innings—an impressive average of more than 12 strikeouts per game.

24. Star Fielders

Rightfielder Gary Sheffield played in the Marlins’ inaugural season and was a crucial component in securing the team’s first World Series win in 1997. In 1996, Sheffield hit 42 home runs and 120 runs, earning him the Silver Slugger Award. The following year, he signed a $61 million six-year extension deal with the Marlins, which at the time was the largest contract in baseball history.

Centerfielder Juan Pierre played in every inning of all 162 games during the championship-winning 2003 season. Pierre received the Lou Brock Award for stealing the most

Luis Arráez (inset and above) completed the first cycle in Miami Marlins’ history; Miguel Cabrera (center right); Bobby Bonilla, Alex Fernandez, and Gary Sheffield (far right).

Women on Top

The Marlins are led by the two-highest ranking women in professional sports: general manager Kim Ng and president Caroline O’Connor. “We are focused on diversity, but a lot of it happens naturally because of the way we make our hiring decisions and going out to the community to find people with broad perspectives and experiences that can reflect the diversity of our fan base,” O’Connor says.

Now in her third season, Ng is the first woman to become a general manger of a professional North American men’s sports team and the first female AsianAmerican general manager in MLB history. “There were many challenges throughout my journey,” she says. “But there’s an adage: ‘You can’t be it if you can’t see it.’ I suggest to our future women leaders in the game that now you can see it.”

bases in the National League, with 65 stolen in a single season (a team record).

Leftfielder Cliff Floyd played for the Marlins for six seasons, including the 1997 World Series Championship Series. In 2001, the left-handed slugger hit 31 home runs and was selected to play in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game.

26. Put Me In, Coach

Last October, the Marlins named Jared “Skip” Schumaker manager, taking over as Don Mattingly’s successor. This marks Schumaker’s managerial start, having previously played for the Cardinals, the Dodgers, and the Reds. After his first win as Marlins manager against the Mets in 2023, the team put him in a laundry cart, wheeled him into the showers, and drenched him with beer, water, and protein powder. “I know the win goes on my record, but the credit goes to our entire team as they went out and owned the game,” Shumaker says. “Players win games. I’m just glad to be a part of it.”

27. Money Talks

The Marlins’ opening day payroll is estimated at $90,350,000—including pitcher Sandy Alcantara’s five-year $56 million deal, outfielder Avisaíl García’s four-year $53 million deal, and outfielder Jorge Solder’s $15 million contract this season (with a $9 million option for 2024). “We have the second highest payroll in the history of the Miami Marlins this year,” Sherman says of the season’s spend. “We take every incremental dollar we earn and put that right into the team. It’s about baseball at the end of the day. It’s not about profits.”

Leadership at the Marlins includes president Caroline O’Connor (far left) and general manager Kim Ng (top left). Ng is pictured at left with manager Jared “Skip” Schumaker (also below) and majority owner Bruce Sherman.

28. Owning It

After the Los Angeles Times reported that the Marlins “could go up for sale soon” earlier this year, Sherman doubled down on his commitment to the team as its principal owner. “I am more deeply invested in the team’s success,” Sherman says. “I’m looking forward

to reaching the playoffs again and making this community proud of its hometown team.” 29. Nurturing the Next Generation

The Marlins Youth Academy hosts a handful of events and programs geared toward the team’s youngest fans, such as sports-based youth programs to promote interest in baseball in underserved areas across South Florida, and an initiative that donates uniforms, hats, and equipment to lower the entry barrier.

In 2022, the Marlins Youth Academy donated 10,123 pieces of equipment and uniforms to local youth baseball and softball players in 32 neighborhoods in Miami, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.

“We’re out here trying to get to know the community through our youth baseball and

softball initiatives,” O’Connor says. “We have great players who go out to these events to try to get to know the kids and really be a part of our community. Our hope is that the community will come and support us and these great players, too, and ultimately have a great family experience at a baseball game at loanDepot Park.”

The Curse of the Billy Goat

As legend has it, Chicago resident and Billy Goat Tavern owner William Sianis cursed the Chicago Cubs when he and his pet goat were asked to leave Wrigley Field for bothering fans during Game 4 of the 1945 World Series. The Cubs didn’t return to the World Series for another 71 years. They eventually broke that curse in 2016, but the Marlins had a hand in keeping it alive during

Game 6 of the 2003 National League Championship Series. The Cubs had won three games in the series against the Marlins and needed to win Game 6 to advance to the World Series. It seemed like a sure thing, since the Cubs were ahead 3 to 0 in the eighth inning. That is, until Cubs fan Steve Bartman attempted to catch a foul ball off Marlins’ second baseman Luis Castillo’s bat and

deflected it away from Cubs outfielder Moisés Alou. If Bartman hadn’t intervened, Alou would’ve caught the ball and it would’ve been the second out. Instead, the Marlins went on to score eight runs, defeating the Cubs and keeping the team from reaching the World Series that year—making Cubbies faithful wait another 13 years to finally break the famous curse. «

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BY GYORGY PAPP

Sweet Sin-phony

Peas and Thank You

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IF THE SUMMER SEASON HAS YOU FEELING HOT AND BOTHERED, WET YOUR WHISTLE WITH THESE SULTRY SIPS

Passion and Plum

Fire and Ice

Grape

Expectations

Peas and Thank You

Provoke your taste buds with the uplifting aromatics of a summer garden and the intoxicating allure of Italian bergamot, plus the fresh flavors of crisp cucumber and the subtle sweetness of snap peas. Sherry adds a touch of balancing salinity, while a topper of sparkling coconut water amplifies the aromas in this transportive low-proof cocktail.

INGREDIENTS

4 cucumber slices

4 sugar snap peas

1 Meyer lemon slice

1 1/2 oz. Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto

3/4 oz. fino sherry

3 oz. sparkling coconut water

Muddle the cucumber slices, peas, and lemon slice in a shaker. Add the Italicus and sherry. Add ice and shake well. Double strain into a glass with ice. Top with sparkling coconut water and lavishly garnish with cucumber ribbons, edible flowers, and pea shoots.

Fire and Ice

Flirt with fire and ice in this unexpected blended beauty. Finding itself somewhere on the blissful intersection of the piña colada and the frozen margarita, this fruity, creamy, and spicy quencher might be the coolest respite from the heat.

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 oz. Ghost Tequila

1/2 oz. Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao

1/4 cup pitaya chunks

1/2 oz. lime juice

1/2 oz. agave syrup

1/4 cup fresh coconut or 1 oz. coconut cream

Add all the ingredients to a blender with crushed ice. Add more as you blend until you’ve achieved your preferred texture. Pour into a tiki mug or coconut shell for optimum enjoyment.

Sweet Sin-phony

Seduce your senses with this midsummer tipple. With luscious red fruit and bright citrus essence, this hauntingly complex grog comingles with aged notes from the añejo and warm botanicals from the aperitif for a sensual adventure.

INGREDIENTS

8 raspberries

1 tbsp. fig preserves

1/2 oz. pineapple juice

1/2 oz. lemon juice

1 oz. Munyon’s Paw-Paw Premium Florida Liqueur

1 1/2 oz. Uni Tequila Añejo

Muddle the raspberries gently in a shaker. Add the fig preserves, pineapple and lemon juices, liqueur, and tequila. Add ice and shake well. Double strain into a chilled coupe. Top with a flower-infused ice sphere and enjoy.

Grape Expectations

Entice your guests with this juicy white negroni variation that spins grapes three ways. Instead of gin running beneath the bright flavor, this drink uses a base of pisco (a Peruvian grape distillate) and vermouth bianco (a sweet, fortified wine), topped with sparkling rosé for a trifecta of grape-ness.

INGREDIENTS

1 oz. pisco

1 oz. vermouth bianco

1 oz. Luxardo Bitter Bianco

1 oz. sparkling rosé

Combine the first three ingredients into a mixing glass with ice. Stir until chilled and strain into a coupe. Top with sparkling rosé. Garnish with an expressed orange peel and a small cluster of frozen grapes.

Passion and Plum

Spice up your next gathering with a fiery number. This crushable, tropical cobbler with rum, ginger beer, and passion fruit has unexpected exotic notes of Asian pickled plums that will leave you puckering up for more.

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp. umeboshi, pitted and chopped

1/2 oz. freshly squeezed lime juice

1 oz. amontillado sherry

1/4 oz. Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur

1 oz. botanical rum such as Ron Pa’lante

3 oz. ginger beer

Gently muddle the umeboshi at the bottom of the serving glass. Fill the glass with crushed ice and add the lime juice, amontillado, passion fruit liqueur, and rum. Stir thoroughly to combine. Top with ginger beer and garnish with thinly sliced kumquats and fresh plums.

HOLE FOODS

THE FOUNDERS OF THE SALTY DOUGHNUT SHOP HOST A SWEET SOIREE IN THEIR CORAL GABLES HOME

BY LINDA MARX | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JERRY RABINOWITZ

Opposite page: Doughnut entrepreneurs Andy and Amanda Rodriguez at their Spanish Mediterranean home in Coral Gables; inset: Amanda decorated their dining table with flowers, oranges, and candles.

Before Amanda Pizarro Rodriguez and Andy Rodriguez tied the knot in 2017 (after meeting on Match. com in 2013), they bonded over their mutual love of doughnuts. The pair traveled to New York, Chicago, Atlanta, and Portland to visit the country’s most crave-worthy doughnut spots like Sidecar, The Doughnut Project, Dough, and Voodoo Doughnuts.

They didn’t know then that they would eventually open The Salty—and expand to locations across three states. It’s hard to imagine, but Amanda can recall a time when she was “in awe that artisanal doughnuts were even a thing.” The big epiphany came while she and Andy were visiting Portland, Oregon, in 2014. “The first thing we searched for was the best doughnut shop, Blue Star Donuts,” she says. “We kept the doughnuts for like four days, which you aren’t supposed to do, but we didn’t know.”

Not only did the pair realize that artisanal doughnuts were “a thing,” they also realized they had the potential to be money makers. “There were lines outside with not much seating and often no coffee,” says Andy, who knows a thing or two about the importance of coffee—his grandfather owned a handful of Cuban cafés in Miami. “[Amanda and I] realized after sitting in various shops over time that this could become a real business, and we wanted to revolutionize it.”

That’s when inspiration struck. “Nobody had married craft artisan doughnuts with great coffee options and a beautiful space,” Andy notes. Add to that a community vibe: “We wanted to create a place where you could celebrate a birthday, just feel good, or meet someone for a first date,” says Amanda. And they wanted to do it in Miami, where they were raised.

As a child, Amanda had run a small cake-making business out of her parents’ Weston home, but she and Andy needed input from a trained chef to make their dream a reality. Enter pastry consultant Max Santiago, who signed on in late 2015 to develop recipes for what would become The Salty.

Two months later, Andy and Amanda maxed out their credit cards and got financial support from friends and family to launch The Salty out of a 1950s Aljoa camper in a Wynwood parking lot during Art Basel. Their scratch-made sweet treats and craft coffee offerings attracted Miamians, who lined up around the block to get their hands on four-inch doughnuts in six flavors—including traditional glazed (with a Tahitian vanilla bean coating), guava and cheese (topped with cookie crumbles), and maple bacon (crafted with candied bacon from Miami Smokers and a porter beer reduction from Wynwood-based J. Wakefield Brewing).

That first weekend, The Salty crew made hundreds of doughnuts and sold out in just a few hours—a pattern that continued for six months. On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, customers would queue up well before the truck’s 11 a.m. opening time, waiting anywhere from one to one-and-a-half hours to purchase doughnuts that cost $4 to $6 a piece. Soon, the nearby shared commercial kitchen Amanda and Andy used to produce their wares couldn’t keep up with demand. In May 2016, The Salty opened its own kitchen in Little Haiti, allowing the team to double production.

That same year, Andy and Amanda opened their first brick-andmortar store in Wynwood to serious fanfare and more lines around

the block. Today, The Salty boasts Florida locations in Miami, West Palm Beach, and Orlando, plus three in Texas and one in North Carolina. Expansion is in the works: A Coconut Grove outpost, two Tampa locations, and three new Atlanta-area stores are opening later this year. Pastry chef Audrey Scheib leads doughnut innovations, working closely with Andy and Amanda to direct flavor testing and recipe creation across the brand. Each location of The Salty

The couple served hamachi belly crudo (above) as well as Iberico pork chops, acorn squash, and miso Caesar salad with doughnut croutons.

features its own chef and sous chef—guaranteeing chef-made doughnut offerings that showcase the freshest local ingredients and are tailored to each community. All that effort is getting the brand noticed, too: Thrillist recently named The Salty one of the “31 Best Doughnut Shops in America.”

Amanda and Andy believe it’s the emphasis on family and commuity that has made The Salty such a success. Since they each grew

up in homes filled with food, family, and fun, they know how important a meal is to making people feel full— in both their hearts and their bellies.

As they do when running The Salty, the couple divides duties at their Coral Gables home when entertaining guests: Amanda handles logistics while Andy is all about the food.

“I do step into the kitchen to play sous chef to Andy when needed,” she says. “But my main responsibility is the party experience, vibe, decor, and music, just like at The Salty. I love to collect candles, antique vases, and every color of linen napkin. I am like my own catering store.”

At a recent family affair at their Spanish Mediterranean home, Andy prepared the food and Amanda designed the decor with a happy color scheme of purples and pastels. “I wanted a very upbeat table setting,” she says of her arrangements of ranunculus, lisianthus, and spray roses.

Guests noshed on signature baked goods and an assortment of blueberry tarts from The Salty, plus layered ham and cheese rolls

Andy and Amanda share their love of doughnuts with their 4-year-old son, Jordi (bottom left). Guests at this home party enjoyed a variety of doughnuts and ham and cheese rolls (above).

paired with Chartogne-Taillet Le Rosé Brut Champagne. “We try to be adventurous and push people to try new food and wine that they never have had before,” Andy says.

Andy prepared miso Caesar salad with furikake doughnut croutons, sous vide heirloom Iberico pork chops marinated in shio koji and finished on the hearth, and acorn squash with yogurt, pomegranate, garden herbs, and warm honey. As they ate, guests sipped a 2006 Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru by Domaine-Rapet and a 2010 Mayacamas Vineyards Chardonnay. Dessert included doughnuts, of course, plus warm brown butter chocolate chip cookies served with The Salty’s famous coffee.

Danny Pizarro, Amanda’s brother and the chief marketing officer for The Salty, says coming to a party in his sister’s home is always a good time. “Put your party pants on here,” he says, laughing. Amanda agrees. “We like to be funky and creative when we entertain, and we always put family first. Any excuse for a get-together is good for us.” «

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White cross bandeau top ($80), white ruffle swimsuit bottoms ($69), Lauren Layne Swim, laurenlayneswim.com

Opposite page: Swing dress with feathers ($940), La Double J, ladoublej.com; metal buckle slingback pumps ($875), Roger Vivier, rogervivier.com

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Opposite page: Ombré graphic bikini bottoms ($85), Farm Rio, farmrio.com; crinkled organic linen bomber ($1,398), Lafayette 148 New York, lafayette148ny.com.

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NEIGHBORHOOD NEWBIE

The latest endeavor from beloved Miami-based hospitality brand Lost Boy & Co. is Joliet, a cozy, laid-back, seafood-centric bistro tucked into a quiet stretch of 17th Street on South Beach near Sunset Harbour, with seating that spans indoors and out. The menu leans heavily into Big Easy and low-country influences through starters like New Orleans–style barbecue prawns (in Worcestershire sauce and garlic butter with toasted baguette tips to sop up the sauce) and mains such as gumbo (in a dark Cajun roux with okra) and grilled skirt steak (sliced and topped with a scoop of Cajun butter and accompanied by herb salad and layered potatoes Joliet). However, it’s also deeply rooted in a raw bar selection that counters the more

decadent items—and gives us every reason to pop in for oysters and bubbles at happy hour even when we’re not craving a full meal. Raw bar highlights include an everchanging variety of East and West Coast oysters with a choice of flavored mignonettes like Calabrian chili, passion fruit, and fine herb; raw scallops lightly dressed in buttermilk yuzu kosho; and seasonal seafood towers of shrimp, oysters, clams, crab, and local fish crudo. Finally, as part of the Lost Boy & Co. empire—a name synonymous with the best in Miami’s cocktail trends— expect drinks that are smooth, balanced, and sublime. We recommend the spiced grapefruit spritz for early evening and the classic Sazerac, perfected, for late night. (jolietmiamibeach.com) —Paul Rubio

Clockwise from inset: oysters with Calabrian chili, classic, passion fruit, and fine herb mignonettes; spiced grapefruit spritz.

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Somewhere Over the Rainbow

JUNE IS INTERNATIONAL GAY PRIDE MONTH. CELEBRATE WITH THESE COLORFUL CREATIONS AT SOME OF OUR FAVORITE MIAMI HOT SPOTS.

BY PAUL RUBIO

RAINBOW CHURROS AND THE UNICORN MARTINI AT R HOUSE WYNWOOD

Gay-owned and -operated R House Wynwood is best known for its feel-good weekend drag brunches, but the restaurant also features a flavorful Latin-forward dinner menu Wednesday through Saturday nights. After a hearty meal of chili chicken arepas, mojo pork empanadas, Florida blue crab croquetas, or carne asada, opt for the obligatory dessert: multicolored, sugar-dusted churros with sides of spiced, gooey chocolate and whipped cream for dipping. Instead (or in addition), slurp down the ultimate liquid treat: the Unicorn Martini, a piña colada topped with whipped cream, marshmallows, rainbow sprinkles, and edible glitter. (rhousewynwood.com)

RAINBOW CAKE AT ICEBOX CAFÉ

This queer-positive cake is a six-tiered, multicolored marvel layered with a whipped cream filling and topped with whipped cream frosting. Icebox Café’s statement-making treat began as a Pride special in June 2022, but high demand has resulted in its perennial presence at both locations in Miami Beach and Hallandale Beach, available by the slice or as a whole cake. (iceboxcafe.com)

MIAMI PRIDE COCKTAIL AT MATADOR BAR

It’s an annual tradition at the Miami Beach Edition to add a limited-time, Pride-forward cocktail to the lineup at Matador Bar. This year’s Insta-worthy invention is a flowery and fruity blend of vodka, fresh pineapple juice, house-made ginger syrup, lime, kiwi chamomile tea, creamy egg white, and prosecco. Best of all, a portion of sales are directed toward an LGBTQ+ organization; this year’s pick is the Stonewall National Museum. (editionhotels.com/miami-beach)

RAINBOW SLIDERS AND RAINBOW BRITE MILKSHAKE AT SUGAR FACTORY

Sandwiched between five individually color-toasted slider buns are the daintiest burger patties (your choice of beef, chicken, or veggie), topped with American cheese, pickles, crispy onions, and Sugar Factory’s signature creamy sauce. Double down on the Technicolor food fiesta at Sugar Factory’s new location on Alton Road in South Beach with the Rainbow Brite milkshake: a vanilla shake served in a tie-dye-patterned mug with a massive slice of rainbow cake on top, blanketed in confetti candy stars for good measure. (sugarfactory.com)

EVERYTHING’S COMING UP ROSÉ

Television personality and South Florida resident Kavita Channe admittedly wasn’t a fan of rosé at fi rst sip. But after traveling through Provence, France, and drinking plenty of the good stuff, she changed her tune. So much so that she took matters into her own hands and created Channé Rosé , a crisp pink wine for the U.S. market that spoke to her love affair with coastal French rosé.

After meeting with more than 100 winemakers, she found her match in the personalities, grapes, and soil of a small, multigenerational, family-run estate in Hyères, some 25 miles outside of St. Tropez, and created a proprietary blend of Grenache, Cinsault, and Mourvèdre varietals. “I wanted to develop a blend that could work well in steak houses but also have a light Mediterranean feel,” Channe explains.

Since launching in South Florida in 2017, Channé Rosé has

expanded to eight states and currently reigns as a popular by-the-glass pick at such Miami restaurants as Lobster Bar Sea Grille on South Beach and Fiola in Coral Gables. In 2022 Channe debuted her second wine, Channé Blanc, a traditional Provence-style blend of Sémillon and Ugni Blanc that is now making its way into small regional retailers and local restaurants, but can also be purchased online. (sipchanne.com) —P.R.

DID YOU KNOW THAT NATIONAL ROSÉ DAY IS JUNE 13? WE’LL CHEERS TO THAT!

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HARD ROCK HAVEN

Hidden among casino gaming, flashy shows, and raging nightlife, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino’s unexpected gastronomic treasure, Abiaka, returns after a threeyear COVID hiatus. The dinner-only restaurant marries the flavors of North and South America over live fire, a Josper charcoal oven, and an menu that ranges from bone-in beef rib with guava jam, a grilled shrimp cocktial, and “fire water” scallops (a modern take on Mexican aguachile).

Dinner begins with a basket of piping hot cheddar and chive biscuits, brushed with hot honey and delivered with the first—of many—Florida-inspired cocktails. The attention to detail and craftsmanship that follows is exceptional. Even the roasted hearts of palm salad features fresh palm cores flown in from Hawaii, which are then prepared two ways: juli-

enned raw or sliced into circles and quick-roasted in the Josper oven. The combo is accompanied by the freshest of avocado, Florida grapefruit, and heirloom cherry tomatoes and topped with crispy Peruvian quinoa and a tangy tamarind dressing. Similarly, the Maine lobster feast is a 2-pound stunner cooked to perfection over the wood-fire grill and served with house-made chimichurri and lime-mustard butter. In short, you can’t go wrong with any plate at Abiaka. It’s a memorable, multisensory journey into bold flavor combinations that will entice you to come back for more.

(seminolehardrockhollywood.com) —P.R.

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On the seventh floor of the Four Diamond Hilton Aventura Miami sits Gala & Muse Bar, a refined South American fusion restaurant with a new menu crafted by Venezuelan executive chef Marcos Flores. Drawing on his experiences working in restaurants from Chicago to Dubai, Flores has transformed Gala into a place where foodies can explore cross-cultural flavor mashups.

For a little pre-dinner debauchery, try a signature cocktail (or two) at Muse Bar. Let your taste buds travel to South America with a Chile-Rita, made with Sauza Silver, Triple Sec, lime juice, and habanero.

When it’s time to dine, don’t miss the Causa Peruana, a traditional potato cake filled with chicken salad and avocado, topped with crispy sweet potato, and complemented by a creamy lime-avocado sauce. Or try the reimagined crab cakes, with each patty perched atop a slice of banana bread and finished with mango salsa, rum butter sauce, and micro cilantro. For something sweet and salty, savor the woodland mushroom flatbread with roasted mushrooms, goat cheese, caramelized onion, and a fig balsamic drizzle. A must-order entrée is chef Flores’ signature beef barbacoa short ribs on polenta puree with barbacoa sauce and roasted root vegetables. House-made desserts at Gala are winners in both presentation and taste. Opt for the passion fruit torte with hazelnut praline and coated with a mango gelee, or the warm Venezuelan chocolate cake with tropical fruits and a passion fruit gelato, and thank us later. (galaandmusebar.com) —Karina

Wensjoe

Clockwise from above: Gala’s main dining room; executive chef Marcos Flores; beef barbacoa; Muse Bar’s Chile-Rita cocktail.

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Interior designer Tamara Feldman demonstrated the breadth of her talents in her latest project on Aventura’s elite Privé Island, a secluded eight-acre enclave boasting twin 16-story towers. “The homeowners value their privacy, and the island offers that,” says Feldman. The design team was tasked with transforming a 3,500-square-foot “white box” into a true home, blending the residents’ Mexican culture with vibrant color and mid-century modern sentiments.

Feldman opted for blue tones on the walls and layered in terra-cotta hues, compelling artwork, and sculptural furnishings, all while mainting a clean aesthetic. To better define the areas within the open floor plan, the designer incorporated contemporary architectural features, including custom white oak millwork throughout. The formal living and dining areas display water views from an expanse of floor-toceiling windows. The adjacent kitchen and family room, divided by bespoke panel slats, also feel connected to the vista beyond.

“To see how we transformed the apartment into this amazing, sophisticated, yet warm and inviting home is always exciting,” says Feldman. “We were able to create exactly what our clients envisioned feeling and experiencing—family gatherings, a home that is welcoming, comfortable, and sophisticated.” (tamarafeldman.com) —Jeanne

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YOUR GO-TO GUIDE FOR CHOOSING WINDOW TREATMENTS WITH A WOW FACTOR

BY ALENA CAPRA

Here in sunny South Florida, window treatments are a must—not only for blocking sun glare, but for privacy and even ensuring a good night’s sleep (thank you, blackout shades). In addition to all the practical aspects of window treatments, they’re also a beautiful way to enhance your space. Check out my tips for selecting the right products for any window in your home. (alenacapradesigns.com)

Motorized or Manual

No matter if you go for shades or drapery, you’ll want to consider whether your window treatments will be operated manually or via motor. Motorized window treatments are convenient but costly. I always suggest to go with motorization in your most used areas like the main living room and primary bedroom, and to save manual options for guest rooms, offices, kitchens, dens, and bathrooms. (Pro tip: If a window is so high that it’s hard to access, a motorized option is your best bet.)

DIY DRAPERY

If you want to go DIY with your drapery, pre-fabricated options are available in standard heights from 84 inches to 120 inches to fit most windows. Try pairing a blackout-lined drapery with a set of sheer panels behind it for a luxe look. When it comes to hardware, choose your favorite from a variety of today’s most popular finishes—matte black, brushed gold, polished nickel, or chrome. Finish with a fun set of finials for extra flair.

GO WITH A PRO

WINDOW TREATMENTS MUST BE PRECISE, AND MEASURING PROPERLY CAN BE TRICKY. IF YOU HAVE VERY TALL, CURVED, OR ARCHED WINDOWS, CONSIDER LETTING A PROFESSIONAL HANDLE THE JOB.

TOP IT Off

If you want to add a pop of color or a lively fabric pattern to your windows but want to avoid overkill on yards of drapery, consider adding interest above the windows with a valance. Soft roman valances give a tailored look, or you can even go with a cornice.

ON A ROLL

Roller shades provide a clean look. They do the job of cutting the sun’s glare and come in a variety of colors and sun-control options. Rollers are the perfect choice when you’ve got a beautiful view that you don’t want to block with stacks of drapery, or if you prefer a sleek, minimal aesthetic. For a softer vibe, try pairing them with sheer drapery or even fixed panels.

SHEER Elegance

My favorite window treatments for a bedroom or living room are ripplefold sheers because they add softness and elegance. White and off-white are timeless colors that will last through future design refreshes, but sheers with a modest texture or pattern can also help to elevate a room.

ELEMENTS

DOWN TO EARTH

CREATE

A GROUNDING

SPACE

FOR YOUR

ABODE WITH MODERN EARTH TONES

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

ROUND AND ROUND

Encircle culinary creations with a satisfying hue courtesy of Haviland & Parlon’s Lexington presentation plate in vanilla ($165 each).

The Island Shop, Key Biscayne (theislandshop.com)

ON NEUTRAL GROUND

Jessica

WARE IT’S AT

Monochromatic flatware is so last season. Up your tablescape game with Mepra’s Italian Fantasia flatware ($99 for a five-piece set) in your choice of 16 handle colors. Pottery Barn locations (potterybarn.com)

VOLCANIC ACTIVITY

While simple and classic in design, the volcanic ivory finish of the Aerin Culloden lamp ($529) will light up any room with refined glamour. Visual Comfort & Co., Miami (visual comfort.com)

HOLDING PATTERN

A sophisticated border pattern gives this hemp pillow ($450) by Alessandra the go-ahead for style impact. Fifth Avenue locations (saksfifthavenue.com)

THROW FOR A LOOP

With a wealth of color options, the Alicia Adams Alpaca classic throw ($475) does double duty as snuggling accessory and standout decor accent. ThreadCount, Miami (tcmiami. com)

POLISHED AND POWERFUL

Deliver angles for days with this geometric garden stool ($330) by Emissary Jalan Jalan Collection, Miami (jalan miami.com)

MID-CENTURY MOMENT

High-performance fabric in creamy white adds a modern touch to this Four Hands chair ($849) with its wrapped frame of honey-finished solid oak. Scan Design, North Miami Beach (scandesign.com)

Jaegger of Jaegger Interior Design brought a warmer feel to the interior of this existing residence. “Envisioning a modern, Brazilian aesthetic, we designed walnut paneling throughout,” says Jaegger. “Earth tones create an elegant and modern, organic appeal, starting with the Julep sofa from Tacchini and neutral-toned area rug from Artefacto.” Miami (jessicajaegger.com)

JAEGGER INTERIOR DESIGN

Lili Saks

Culloden

SOCIAL STUDIES

SEEN ON THE SCENE IN SOUTH FLORIDA

LUXE ABODES

WHO: Artefacto WHAT: Launch of Origin Residences by Artefacto WHERE: Artefacto, Aventura

HIGHLIGHTS: Guests were treated to a preview of the new luxury boutique condominium project now under construction in Bay Harbor Islands.

ANGEL STROLL, CAITLIN MANLEY

ALICIA CERVERA JR., PAULO BACCHI, MAURICIO MOYA, ALFREDO REYES, SERGIO GUZMAN, CARLA GUILHEM, JESSE OTTLEY

MACRENA ALINAS, SERGIO GUZMAN

MARIA GALLI, ALFREDO REYES

MERVE GUMUSYAZICI, JENNIFER CERVERA

PAULO BACCHI, ALICIA CERVERA, ALICIA CERVERA JR.

OMAR TAWFIK, BEA RUIPEREZ

CARLA GUILHEM

TASHIE BLACK

ALICIA CERVERA JR., PAULO BACCHI

SOCIAL STUDIES

READY TO WEAR

WHO: Louis Vuitton WHAT: Spring/Summer 2023

Women’s Miami Trunk Show WHERE: Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) HIGHLIGHTS: Artistic director Nicolas Ghesquière showed his Spring/Summer 2023 women’s line. The collection was first unveiled in October 2022 at the Cour Carrée at the Louvre in Paris.

SILVANA MOJICA, DAVE PORTNOY

SIRA PEVIDA

PAM ARIAS

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MONIQUE RODRIGUEZ, JEREMY HAYNES

ZORANA JOVANOVIC

ISABELA GRUTMAN, CAROLINA LINDO

CAMILLE CESAR

PAIGE MASTRANDREA

CAROLINA LINDO

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LOOK 38

CHRISTINA COFFMAN

ISABE GRUTMAN

SOCIAL STUDIES

SEEING RED

WHO: Greater Miami & The Keys Chapter of the American Red Cross WHAT: Thirty-Eighth Annual Red Cross Ball

WHERE: Loews Coral Gables Hotel HIGHLIGHTS: Guests celebrated “A Passion for Red” and honored Trish and Dan Bell. The event raised more than $660,000 to benefit the American Red Cross’ programs and services.

DAN AND TRISH BELL, LEAH AND PHILLIP SYLVESTER

MARILE AND JORGE LUIS LOPEZ

JOSH SALMAN AND LAURIE JENNINGS

JENNI COBA

CHRIS GRANGER AND MICHELE REESE GRANGER

DAN AND TRISH BELL, RITA AND RON MAGILL

SHIRLEY ENGLISH, BRITTNIE BASSANT, BALDWYN ENGLISH

ALEC AND JESSY MILTON, ANA VEIGAMILTON AND CECIL MILTON

AR LOPEZ AND VALERY AGUIAR

AREAS OF PRACTICE

ADRIANA VERDEJA, IGNACIO ARANGO

EVERETT AND MARISA WILSON

BETTY LOPEZ-CASTRO AND CANDIDO QUINTANA TRISH AND DAN BELL, DANIEL LEVINE CAVA SWANEE DIMARE

DAN AND TRISH BELL, MARILE AND JORGE LUIS LOPEZ

LAST LOOK

COOL FACTOR

Summers in the Magic City can turn alfresco strolls into a heatstroke waiting to happen. But CityPlace Doral has devised a gorgeous workaround. From now until June 30, Miamians can promenade beneath a canopy of 1,300 umbrellas in a rainbow of happy hues. The Instaworthy installation (visitors are invited to take a selfie and tag @cityplacedoral and #umbrellasovercityplacedoral) coincides with the introduction of the area’s Oasis experience, featuring Adirondack chairs for lounging plus oversized games like chess, cornhole, Connect Four, and more. Rain or shine, it’s an ideal way to get some fresh air without melting in the summer sun. (cityplacedoral.com) —Karina

Wensjoe

Frolic around CityPlace Doral beneath the sunshaded safety of a multicolored umbrella canopy—and don’t forget to snap a photo (or two).

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