PUBLISHERS – READERS COMMENTS
WE’RE OFF TO A RUNNING START! As we note the coming of fall, we’re now just settling into a new collegiate and NFL schedule, TV network premieres, school projects for kids (and parents too!) and so much more. Facial hair is in as seen on popular hosts Alex Trebeck and late night host Stephen Colbert. ... Read more
“SISTER-CITY” IS ESTABLISHED
On August 21, 2018, in the City of South Miami Commission Chambers the forging of a “Sister-City” between the City of South Miami, Florida, and the Municipio de Medellin, Colombia, was formalized. This capped well over a year of exploring the possibilities and opportunities led by South Miami Commissioner Josh Liebman, who frequents the area, ... Read more
STILTSVILLE LIFE ON THE FLATS
Stiltsville is a story of revelers, rule-benders and escape. This collection of wooden fishing shacks built on pilings in the shallow waters off Cape Florida is found within the watery boundaries of Biscayne National Park. Most likely sprouting up with the advent of Prohibition in 1920, the number of structures through time has increased from ... Read more
WHAT’S NEW IN TOWN – October/November 2018
MUNDO KITCHEN OPENS Those who fondly remember their dining experiences at Trattoria Botticelli back a few years ago, are abuzz to learn that the Paweleks have returned, and gastronomes are saying: “Welcome Back!” Their world travels and infused international cuisine is captured in the name of their newest venture: “Mundo Kitchen.” Jose Luis and Catherine ... Read more
THE UNDERLINE – LET’S GET IT STARTED!
SOMI MAGAZINE UPDATE WITH MEG DALY The Underline is the name given to THE project to create a 10-mile urban trail and linear park from the Miami River to Dadeland South. Friends of The Underline a 501(c)(3) non-profit advocating to transform the underutilized land below Miami’s Metrorail into a 10-mile linear park, urban trail and ... Read more
MIAMI MILITARY MUSEUM AND MEMORIAL HOSTS PREVIEW
More than 300 guests attended a preview of Miami-Dade County’s military museum honoring all branches of the US Armed Forces on September 1, 2018. The Miami Military Museum and Memorial is located on the grounds of World War II era Naval Air Station Richmond and housed in the original headquarters building. The museum, sharing the old ... Read more
CHAMBER WELCOMES CARVALHO
Alberto M. Carvalho, Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools, the fourth largest school district in the nation spoke at the August ChamberSOUTH General Membership Breakfast, held at the University of Miami Watsco Center. The event was kicked off with a live rendition of the National Anthem sung by by Gabriela Villamizar who is 15 years old ... Read more
THE CHEF’S TABLE – GRILLED FLANK STEAK WITH SWEET POTATO MASH AND GRILLED CORN SUCCOTASH
RECIPES OF SIGNATURE DISHES PREPARED BY OUR AREA CHEFS. CHEFS TREVOR SIMON RESTAURANT TOWN KITCHEN + BAR FACTS Trevor Simon has been intermittently working with Executive Chef Michael Altman and TOWN Kitchen+Bar for over 10 years. He started with Chef Michael as a line cook and quickly moved up the ranks and became Sous Chef. ... Read more
SOMI UNCOKED – Adventures In Wine
ENTERTAINING LIKE A PRO… WITH GREAT WINE Fall has already begun, we can’t quite feel it here in South Florida, but with festivities right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about our holiday dinners, get-togethers, and parties. When you’re the host, what do you need to know to act like a pro? ... Read more
EXACTLY WHAT TO EAT FOR GLOWING SKIN, BASED ON YOUR PERSONAL DOSHA
We all have that friend whose skin seems to always be radiating, even after a night out with a few too many glasses of wine. It may be your sister, your colleague, or your yoga teacher, and you cannot seem to stop wondering how their skin is literally perfect 24/7. Are they getting weekly facials ... Read more