SOMI BIZ BRIEFS – APR/MAY ’15
In 1983, it would be a 19-year-old with two first names that would answer America’s…
In 1983, it would be a 19-year-old with two first names that would answer America’s…
“Here comes the sun, dada da da…” And you can just step right in. A…
Youth Dialogue Day 2015 buzzed with energy as area youth engaged with community leaders in…
ChamberSOUTH’s members and guests recently had the good fortune of hearing from leaders in education,…
The heart of SOMI was pumping with art, food and live music during the SOUTH…
WE’RE OFF TO A GREAT START! Coming into 2015, SOMI is seeing new restaurants and…
Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez led the March 6th Bike-to-Work Day kick-off event at…
As part of the South Miami community’s February Black History Awareness Month, the Martin Luther…
CHEF Owner Philippe Jacquet RESTAURANT Café Pastis FACTS A native of Marseille, Chef Philippe received…
Doctor Says More Americans Realize The Effectiveness Of Remedies Found In Nature A fever, stomach pains…
AT THE U LOWE ART MUSEUM VIK MUNIZ: POETICS OF PERCEPTION Now through April 19,…
Richard and Kiry Tiberius are a father and daughter team who paint in oil with…
How to relax after a busy day at the office? How about taking a paint…
On Saturday, February 21st, hundreds descended on Mellow Mushroom for their Grand Opening. Founded forty…
The City of South Miami, called “the city of pleasant living” just got more pleasant…
On Saturday, March 7th, CIGAR CELLAR & LOUNGE hosted its second annual mega cigar event. …
ChamberSOUTH’s young professional group hosted a New Member & Business After-Hours event at Earls Kitchen+Bar…
On Tuesday, March 17th, bars in SOMI celebrated Saint Patrick’s Day for the annual “wearing of…
The four fashion capitals have spoken – and Paris has the last word. Milan took…
Forty years ago Microsoft was founded, “Wheel of Fortune” made its debut on NBC, “Jaws”…
VIGI Miami is a boutique fashion shop that has been turning out well-dressed women since…
In early December, twenties something Paola Reyes opened her BLANC home accessories boutique at the…
After a year of data collection and analysis, interagency meetings, workshops and civic engagement, the…
SIRVANTI has been designing fine tailored and ready-made men’s clothing for over 25 years in…
ChamberSOUTH’s Trustee Committee and its Governmental Affairs Committee hosted the 7th Annual Trustee Holiday Luncheon…
At its January 20, 2015 City of South Miami Commission Meeting, recognized the financial contributions…
ChamberSOUTH members and guests at the first General Membership Breakfast of 2015, enjoyed hearing from…
From dirt streets in the 20’s and 30’s to having paved streets named after them,…
On Saturday, January 17th, The Fairchild Palms, the young professionals’ networking group of the Fairchild…
On January 10, some members of the Mack Cycle & Fitness DCC Ride Team met…
DOCTOR BREAKS DOWN WHY IT’S NOT YOUR FAULT More than a third of adults in…
When it comes to choosing an outfit, we go by its appearance first. What matters…
CHEF Ernst Pierre RESTAURANT Café Bonjour 6222 South Dixie Hwy | 305.665.6261 FACTS A Bahamian…
Elynn Gayol is an artist who thrives on perfection. Raised in an environment of artistic…
AT THE U – LOWE ART MUSEUM Vik Muniz: POETICS OF PERCEPTION February 7, 2015 – April 19,…
On Tuesday evening, December 2nd, SOMI Magazine Publisher addressed the City of South Miami City…
The South Miami community has a variety of great business establishments. Among two of the…
‘TIS THE SEASON… Season’s Greetings! If you have a moment, pour yourself a cup…
ENDLESS SUMMER REVISITED In 1966, the crown jewel to ten years of Bruce Brown surfing…
SWEET TREAT TOWN & COCOA artisanal dark chocolate truffles have been spotted at the very…
Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez was the guest speaker at Chamber South’s General Membership…
SURF’S UP! On Thursday, November 6, the familial network of surfers and paddle boarders celebrated…
Recently members of the South Miami Police Explorers Post 256 conducted “Project Sticker Shock” in…
On November 6th from 11a-4p, Capretto hosted a Birkin Bar at their Sunset Drive store. The…
The international organization, Best Buddies, brought top cyclists to Miami to participate in the 2014…
On October 24, Chamber South’s Trustee Committee hosted the Golden Ticket Event, Carnaval D’Oro, a…
2014 SOUTH MIAMI FINE ART FESTIVAL BEST IN SHOW AWARD Presenting the award winning artist…
On Thursday evening, November 6, the Ponce Circle in Coral Gables was the site for…
Recently, Somi Magazine marked its tenth year as an upscale publication devoted to the promotion…
4 Tips for Getting Seriously Healthy from One of the ‘Best Doctors in America’* There are…
With the beautiful summer days beginning to shorten, the approach of winter is upon us. …
CHEF/Owner Rui Martins, General Manager & Executive Chef Daniel Roman RESTAURANT OLD LISBON FACTS The…
Here are three suggesting for entertaining guests this holiday season, courtesy of Food Network and…
On a beautiful Saturday morning in early November, volunteers converged on the South Miami Aquatic…
AT THE U – LOWE ART MUSEUM Art in Real Life: Traditional African Art Nov 8, 2014 -…
On a spectacular crystal blue South Florida late October Saturday morning, elected officials from the county…
SOMI BRIEFS Clinic Libessart, a French company, has recently completed extensive renovations to their street…
The fun band “People You Know” kicked us into summer this year with a performance…
Chamber South celebrated a changing of the guard at its 84th Annual Chairman’s Reception on…
CHEF/Owner Owner Florence Riguidel & Chef Marie Dana Jean-Charles RESTAURANT LA CREPE BISTRO FACTS Florence…
On a hot and muggy early August morning, the community came together for the ribbon-cutting…
“The owner’s in the kitchen,” a customer observed. And the chef reflects: “Well, where else would…
Kent Crook, president and CEO of WireMasters Electric is an entrepreneur who understands the value…
On the second Wednesday of each month, Chamber South presents a New Member Orientation and…
Tom Langley is a multi-talented individual who addresses each of his pursuits with the same…
AT THE WIRTZ GALLERY Located in the First National Bank of South Miami’s lobby, each…
Art as a discipline extends to many pursuits, among them are music, dance, drama, creative…
Art as a discipline extends to many pursuits, among them are music, dance, drama, creative…
DESIGNED IN STAINED GLASS. Art as a discipline extends to many pursuits, among them music,…
HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR NEIGHBORS AT THE U THE JERRY HERMAN RING THEATRE OCT. 11 – 27.…
AT THE U Presented by the Frost School of Music, Festival Miami, is Florida’s premeir…
On Friday, September 12th, ROK:BRGR burger bar + gastropub, celebrated its two years in SOMI…
THE COCKTAIL AS A CULINARY ART FORM Odds are you’ve heard the phrase “craft cocktails”…
Margaux Interiors is operated by the mother-daughter team of Margarita Courtney and Cristina Courtney Boland.…
With Fall quickly approaching we find designers presenting an adorable line of quite edgy outfits…
FALL SUN SAFETY TIPS FOR FLORIDIANS Whether you’re a Floridian or just visiting, chances are, you’ll…
FITNESS TIPS WHILE TRAVELING Traveling can often be a major impediment to staying in shape…
Fall ushers in new collegiate and NFL action, premieres of TV network shows, another new…
In this issue we’ve zeroing in on some of the fun and excitement of the…
About eight years ago, Thomas Taulbee began a journey to make changes in his life…
The summer in SOMI always kicks-off with the annual Team FootWorks Twilight 5K race through…
Under rainy skies over Key Biscayne, on Wednesday, July 16, Governor Rick Scott came to…
The 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ will be remembered for the defining moments. Germany ultimately…
In collaboration with the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce and Homestead/Florida City Chamber of Commerce,…
On June 11, Consign of the Times opened their new location in SOMI on Red…
On June 7th a new generation of tabacaleros was christened with the brand opening of…
“The realization by a community that its older buildings are historic and a meaningful part…
MINE IS BETTER THAN YOURS From tiny shack on South Beach, to a second location…
CHEF/Owner Ze Carlos Jiménez RESTAURANTTHE MEXZICAN GOURMET FACTS A native of Cuautla Morelos, Mexico, Chef…
While brainstorming the topic for this article, I found myself staring at the humongous corkboard…
The world we live in is a mysterious and ever-changing place, from the phases of…
PUT SOME SOUTH IN YOUR MOUTH, SOMI Twelve months after completely gutting the 6,540 sq. ft.…
We live in a society today based around immediate gratification and instant results. Technology has…
The City is engaging the public to include ideas from the community in the SMITP. …
BRUNCH WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS Brunching has become as much of a social part of…
OBSERVING SEVENTY-FIVE YEARS FAIRCHILD TROPICAL BOTANIC GARDEN LAST INSTALLMENT OF A SIX-PART SERIES The Fairchild Tropical…
THE GOOD GOVERNMENT INITIATIVE held a public forum on Tuesday, February 25 at the University…
At the February General Membership Breakfast, Chamber South members and guests got to hear from…