MURAL ART AT COMMUNITY CENTER
Local artists team up to create “Life is a Playground” mural. South Miami’s own Gail Coachman Alexander and area neighbor Ramiro Ramierz joined creative forces to bring LIFE IS A PLAYGROUND to the walls. For two months this summer, they sketched, outlined and painted the 83 foot wall opposite to the Gibson-Bethel Community Center. Ramirez ... Read more
DINING OUT IN SOMI:
A Tapestry of International Flavors American cuisine may not seem “international” but it is if you’re not from here. So, we start our tour with a few SOMI favorites that offer distinctly different takes on classic American fare. CRACKED BY CHEF ADRIANNE Cracked, on the corner of S.W. 57th Court and 74th Street, is one ... Read more
STATE OF FLORIDA APPROPRIATION SOUTH MIAMI GETS $3 MILLION
The Underline in South Miami just got greener, more biking and walking friendly, and even more fun! Thanks to State of Florida legislators Senator Ileana Garcia (District 37) and Representative Vance Aloupis (District 115) and the entire Dade Delegation, in this year’s legislative session, a $3 million appropriation was dedicated to The Underline from Red ... Read more
SAVING OUR SEA COWS
MANATEE PROTECTION EFFORTS FROM SAVE THE MANATEE CLUB Manatees – Florida’s Gentle Giants Seeing a manatee in its natural habitat is a uniquely Floridian experience. Most people can recall an unforgettable encounter they had with a manatee. The large, gray aquatic mammals average about 10 feet long and weigh between 800 to 1,200 pounds and ... Read more
WHAT’S NEW IN TOWN
Returning from Milan in mid- September to finalize the opening of their long-awaited dream to bring traditional Italian cuisine to the USA, chef/owner Giovanni Angelucci and wife Carola are ready to greet you at their new eatery in SOMI when it opens in October. At PastaMia handmade pastas bring the tradition and flavors of Italian ... Read more
MAURIZIO RETURNS TO SOMI
Maurizio Farinelli, an experienced, third-generation restaurateur born and raised in Torino, the gastronomic heartland of northern Italy, boasts an impressive track record of opening and operating successful, high-quality restaurants. Whether the concept is fine dining or casual, Maurizio truly has the “golden touch.” From Trattoria Sole, Trattoria Luna, and Blu la Pizzeria del Sole in ... Read more
HEALTHY EATING
3 Tips To Eat Healthy This Fall! It’s that time of the year again! With children now back at school, our work situation is changing again and life takes on some patterns of being a more regular routine. Having a routine is important to stay on track with your goals, and that includes your health ... Read more
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