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SLAPPING DOWN TILES
The 6th Annual Chamber N-XT Domino Tournament is the signature fundraising event for Chamber South’s…
BIKE TO WORK DAY
On Friday morning March 2nd, Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez lead Bike305 “Bike to Work…
SUMMER FASHION FRENZY
As we approach the hottest months of the year, fashion breathes deep and dazzles in…
THE CHEF’S TABLE – Wild Rice & Vegetable Succotash
RECIPES OF SIGNATURE DISHES PREPARED BY OUR AREA CHEFS. CHEF Brendan Conner RESTAURANT Whisk Gourmet…
SOMI UNCORKED – UNDERDOG WINES AROUND THE WORLD
If we look at history, tradition, reputation, and name, there are certain regions around the…
WINN DIXIE SITE REDEVELOPMENT SET FOR REVIEW
For the past 56 years, South Miamians have appreciated the presence and convenience of the…
CHRONICLING SOUTH MIAMI’S HISTORY
On June 25, 1927, W. A. Forster was sworn in as South Miami’s first Mayor,…
EXPLORING OUR WORLD
In the 21st century, scientific and technological innovations have become increasingly important as we face…
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WE’RE OFF TO A RUNNING START! While it might sound improbable to say with recent…
WHAT’S NEW IN TOWN – February/March 2018
With a welcoming “Buon Giorno” pizza maker and owner of the new Forno Italiano Pizzeria…
THE UNDERLINE – IN 2018 THE UNDERLINE CYCLING CLUB IS ON A ROLL!
The Underline is the name given to THE project to create a 10-mile urban trail…
BLUE STAR MEMORIAL DEDICATION
On a bright South Florida December morning, the National Garden Club unveiled a new Blue…
CHINESE BIKE-SHARING COMPANY ARRIVES IN SOMI
Like a swarm of locusts, yellow bicycles descended on South Miami streets in early November.…
ELECTED OFFICIALS LUNCHEON
For the past decade the ChamberSOUTH’s Annual Trustee Holiday Luncheon and Elected Officials Meet &…
THE CHEF’S TABLE – TRADITONAL CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE
RECIPES OF SIGNATURE DISHES PREPARED BY OUR AREA CHEFS. RECIPES OF SIGNATURE DISHES PREPARED BY OUR AREA…
THE BEST SPICES FOR WEIGHT LOSS, ACCORDING TO SCIENCE
Celebrity chef Judson Todd Allen lost 160 pounds by cleaning up his diet and incorporating…
ARTS IN SOMI
HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR NEIGHBORS AT THE U JERRY HERMAN RING THEATRE The remaining two productions in…
KIRSTEN HINES NATURE PHOTOGRAPHER AND AUTHOR
Kirsten Hines is surrounded by warm sunlight in her Coconut Grove cottage gallery. Just outside…
SHOWCASING EMERGING TALENT
The Tenth Anniversary 2017-18 Season of SOMIartwalk© in our town center held on the second…
SPRING FASHION’S THE AMERICAN PASSION
Coming into spring 2018 we stake claim over our beloved country and what it stands…
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`A toast to you, and wishing our friends, readers and advertisers all the best for…
Sunset Place Plans Under Review “THIRD TIME’S A CHARM…”
It’s now been two years since investors purchased Sunset Place from Simon Properties for $110 million…
CHRONICLING SOUTH MIAMI’S HISTORY – Part IV: THE BAKERY CENTRE
On June 25, 1927, W. A. Forster was sworn in as South Miami’s first Mayor,…
HOMETOWN TRADITIONS
When developing the formula for a successful close-knit community, one essential and key ingredient are…
WHAT’S NEW IN TOWN – December/January 2018
With a mid-November opening, Shelley’s is the new go to in SOMI for great bites…
THE UNDERLINE – PARKER THOMSON, A GIVING GIANT
On November 11th at 3 PM, hundreds of people gathered to celebrate the life of…
NAI Florida Forum
The South Florida & Puerto Rico offices of NAI Global, NAI Miami, NAI Rauch Weaver…
CYCLING MIAMI WITH THE PROS
The international organization, BEST BUDDIES, brought top cyclists to Miami to participate in the 2017…
THE CHEF’S TABLE – FESTIVE CORNISH GAME HEN
RECIPES OF SIGNATURE DISHES PREPARED BY OUR AREA CHEFS. RECIPES OF SIGNATURE DISHES PREPARED BY OUR AREA…
5 ESSENTIAL OILS THIS FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE EXPERT ALWAYS HAS ON HAND
If I could, I would bring my oil cabinet—with all my essential oils sitting in…
ARTS IN SOMI
HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR NEIGHBORS AT THE U JERRY HERMAN RING THEATRE The remaining two productions in…
CARLY MEJEUR, ARTIST
Carly Mejeur is a daughter of Florida, born and raised. Her life and her art…
CHAMBER SOUTH CHAIRMAN GALA
ChamberSOUTH, serving the South Miami Dade business community since 1930, held its 87th annual Chairman’s…
GET YOUR ART ON IN SOMI
© in our town center held on the second Friday of the month from October…
LOOPS N’ HOOPS
The holidays are here, and when it comes to that perfect gift for our loved…
DOVER, KOHL & PARTNERS 30 YEARS OF PLANNING AND URBAN DESIGN
The planning and urban design firm of Dover, Kohl & Partners celebrates 30 years in…
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New Beginnings…Post-Irma As we were preparing to usher in the new collegiate and NFL action,…
NEW LEADERSHIP AT CHAMBERSOUTH
Starting its 86th year in service to the business community, ChamberSOUTH has leadership changes both…
CHRONICLING SOUTH MIAMI’S HISTORY – Part III: Growing Up, Building Communications Institutions
On June 25, 1927, W. A. Forster was sworn in as South Miami’s first Mayor…
THE MILLION ORCHID PROJECT
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is on a mission to plant millions of native species of…
WHAT’S NEW IN TOWN – October/November 2017
Amsterdam Falafel, the top-it-yourself falafel fast-casual restaurant opened on Sunset Drive in September. This is…
THE UNDERLINE – SOMI MAGAZINE UPDATE WITH MEG DALY
The Underline is the name given to THE project to create a 10-mile urban trail…
CHAMBER BOARD INSTALLATION BREAKFAST
On September 22nd, 2017, ChamberSOUTH hosted its General Membership Breakfast and 2017-18 Board of Directors…
UM HOSTS SEA LEVEL RISE PRESENTATION
The University of Miami’s elegant WATSCO Center Hurricane 100 room was a great venue for…
THE CHEF’S TABLE – TARTE TATIN
The Chef’s TABLE RECIPES OF SIGNATURE DISHES PREPARED BY OUR AREA CHEFS. RESTAURANT Café Pastis CHEF Thierry…
THE ANCIENT NUTRITION ADVICE THAT WILL ALWAYS BE TRUE
You get half your genes from your mother and the other half from your father,…
ARTS IN SOMI
HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR NEIGHBORS AT THE U JERRY HERMAN RING THEATRE The following productions are coming to…
CHAMBER AT PLAY
The upper level of Dadeland Mall’s newest addition hosted the 5th Annual Chamber N-XT Domino…
FLUFFY FALL SEASON
As the holiday season approaches we transport ourselves to a magical world of fall fashions,…
AT EASE ON SUNSET ON THE CUSP OF 35 YEARS IN SOUTH MIAMI
At Ease on Sunset is something of a shopping icon in South Miami’s downtown. For…
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INTO THE DOG DAYS OF SUMMER… You’ve heard the phrase “the dog days of summer;”…
PROJECT CLEARS FINAL HURDLES FOR APPROVAL
After some nineteen years mired in intrigue, delays and lawsuits, a new Class A office…
CHRONICLING SOUTH MIAMI’S HISTORY – Part II: Baking Dough at Holsum & Developments through the 50s
On June 25, 1927, W. A. Forster was sworn in as South Miami’s first Mayor,…
WINE AND SPIRITS: A Special Feature – SOMI SUMMERTIME COCKTAILS
Time to heat up the grill and cool down your reds! It’s mid-summer, and we…
WHAT’S NEW IN TOWN – August/September 2017
Büro Group, a South Florida co-working company, opened its fifth location in the SOMI Center…
THE UNDERLINE – SOMI MAGAZINE UPDATE WITH MEG DALY
The Underline is the name given to THE project to create a 10-mile urban trail…
UNDERLINE PRESENTATION AT CHAMBER BREAKFAST
ChamberSOUTH hosted Meg Daly as a guest speaker for their annual June Wellness Table Top…
CONVERSATION WITH BUSINESS LEADERS
MLB All-Star Week in Miami, July 6-11, electrified Miami with a great series of events…
THE CHEF’S TABLE – Salmon Tartare
RECIPES OF SIGNATURE DISHES PREPARED BY OUR AREA CHEFS. CHEF Veronique & Ahmed Youbi RESTAURANT…
ADULTS CAN GET BRACES TOO! Healthy teeth can be moved at any age
Millions of people in the United States and Canada are currently being treated by members…
VINO & VAN GOGH
On Wednesday, July 19, ArtSouth along with its partner, ChamberSOUTH, hosted yet another successful event…
MIKE TESCH, PAINTER
Mike Tesch is a man with a lengthy résumé. Among them are artist, creative director, designer,…
APES THAT PAINT
After great success at the 2012 Art Basel, the paintings of Michael Jackson’s pet chimpanzee…
FASHION FALL CLASSICS
With our summer coming to a close, we dial down on our vacation time as…
GIANCARLO DESIGNS
Giancarlo Designs is a family-owned and operated jewelry business that has been in the City…
WAKING UP WITH WNBC6
The NBC6 morning crew took their weekly Friday excursion “Waking Up with NBC6” to Sunset…
90th ANNIVERSARY
The City of South Miami observed its 90th Anniversary with a series of events held…
CHAMBER AFTER HOURS
A regular favorite of ChamberSOUTH members and guests is the Business After Hours, hosted by…
NETWORKING LUNCHEONS
ChamberSOUTH holds its monthly New Member Orientation & Networking Luncheon at different chamber member locations…
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OBSERVING ANNIVERSARIES 2017 marks the 90th anniversary of the founding of the City of South…
WHAT’S NEW IN TOWN – June/July 2017
We’re thrilled to be serving you at our new No Name Chinese restaurant! With a…
US1 BEAUTIFICATION – FDOT $625K SOMI INVESTMENT
After four months of construction, in March, 2017 Florida Department of Transportation completed a $624,021…
THE UNDERLINE – SOMI MAGAZINE UPDATE WITH MEG DALY
SOMI MAGAZINE UPDATE WITH MEG DALY The Underline is the name given to THE project…
RECOGNIZING EXCELLENCE
The ChamberSOUTH 7TH Annual Business Excellence Awards, sponsored by Baptist Health of South Florida were…
CHAMBER BUSINESS EXPO
Guests arriving at ChamberSOUTH’s 18th Annual Business EXPO on May 17th to Dadeland Mall’s fashion…
THE CHEF’S TABLE – Blue Cheese Salad
RECIPES OF SIGNATURE DISHES PREPARED BY OUR AREA CHEFS. CHEF Florence Riguidel RESTAURANT La Crepe…
DEBUNKING THE STIGMA OF AESTHETIC TREATMENTS
The medical aesthetic industry has grown significantly over the past 20 years, and it is…
UNCONVENTIONAL ART
On Sunday, April 30th, a well-attended community mural experience took place in recognition of the…
ADVENTURES IN MILAN by Marianne Russell
Adventures in Milan during Salone del Mobile and Design Week 2017. As owner of arango…
SOMI GOES TO KEY WEST FOR PAPA
On May 17th, SOMI Magazine was invited to a media event for the opening of…
SOMI SUMMER SIZZLES
Summer is here! Time to sport some barely -there clothes, while keeping your look breezy…
MACK CYCLE AND FITNESS AT 60 – Third Generation Family Owned & Managed
Mack Cycle and Fitness celebrates 60 years as South Miami’s hometown bike shop. Operating the…
WHAT’S BREWING – SOMI’S CRAFT BEER SCENE
In our first craft beer article, we discussed the local beer industry in general. Now…
AT ZOO MIAMI – New Everglades Exhibit
Man has been fascinated with keeping exotic animals in captivity. However, as zoos evolved over…
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Spring into SOMI! Changes in nature are always dramatic although oftentimes subtle; in South Florida…
WHAT’S NEW IN TOWN – April/May 2017
EAST THAI & NOODLES With a traditional Buddhist blessing held a week prior to their…
PETER JUDE MARKS 25 YEARS WITH THE KENDALL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Peter Jude is one of those extremely dedicated individuals who works tirelessly at their craft.…
THE UNDERLINE – SOMI MAGAZINE UPDATE WITH MEG DALY
The Underline is the name given to THE project to create a 10-mile urban trail…
TOP EDUCATOR SPEAKS
P Alberto M. Carvalho, Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools, the fourth largest school district…
MAKING WISHES HAPPEN
Recently, the 3rd Annual Wings for Wishes Block Party took place behind Sports Grill South…
THE CHEF’S TABLE – OVEN ROASTED LAMB RACK WITH BRAISED BRUSSEL SPROUTS
RECIPES OF SIGNATURE DISHES PREPARED BY OUR AREA CHEFS. CHEF Gil Plaster RESTAURANT Shula’s 347…
WHY AGE 7 IS THE RIGHT TIME TO SEE AN ORTHODONTIST
Although many people associate orthodontic treatment with adolescence, Coral Gables orthodontists Jorge C. Coro DMD, MS…
ARTWALK SEASON TAKES A BOW
Finishing up its nineth year, the 2016-17 SOMIartwalk© in our town center wrapped up its six-month…
LUIS VALLE, PAINTER
It is often said that the United States is a place where people from all…
BIKE – TO – WORK DAY
On Friday, March 3rd, Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez led the fifth annual BIKE 305…
SPRING IS IN THE WEAR
New Year, new season, new you! That means a slight wardrobe update that hits all…
BEACH CLUB SALON
The Beach Club Salon is celebrating 30 years of doing business in the South Miami…