FILTERED VS UNFILTERED*
I am often asked about the differences between filtered and unfiltered wines, and which are better to drink. Although the debate over filtered versus unfiltered remains unresolved with little scientific research, there are questions to consider before making an informed decision, such as: 1) What is filtration?, 2) How does the process affect wine?, and ... Read more
EXERCISE AND KIDS
I’m sure that many of us have heard the notion that children should not engage in “heavy” resistance training. I am also sure that many of us remember the somewhat odd and disturbing documentary of the heavy weight lifting child dubbed “Little Hercules” who – at an unreasonably young age was extremely muscular. Now, I ... Read more
ARTS IN SOMI – ROB ZIEBRO WRITER AND POET
Art as a discipline extends to many pursuits, among them are music, dance, drama, creative writing, painting and sculpture. SoMi Magazine continues its focus on those who share their artistic talents with the community. In our continuing series about those involved in the creative arts, we spend some time with Miami writer and poet, Rob ... Read more
WHAT’S NEW
STRESS REDUCTION On February 3rd of this year, after practicing yoga for some ten years and with her diploma of training, Alexandra Urvina received a “birthday gift from the universe” with the opening of her Just OM Yoga studio in South Miami. A native of Caracas, Venezuela, Alexandra moved to Miami in 2010 with her husband ... Read more
What’s New
STEP INTO MIRO’S BOUTIQUE AND ENTER INTO A WORLD OF EUROPEAN ELEGANCE AND EXCELLENCE. Victoria Miro and sister-in-law Erin have teamed up to create a thoroughly extraordinary space housing collections from around the world. For Victoria, who attended St. Theresa’s and Lourdes, and lived in Pinecrest for the past 17 years, is most familiar with the South ... Read more
WHAT’S NEW IN TOWN
NEW SWEET TREATS IN SOMI Opening on September 25, a young couple from France have embarked on a mission: introduce the exclusive French pastry, renowned chocolates and gelato to eager consumers. A rainbow of cheerful hues, a two-site size and a crisp-chewy texture await your palate. French macarons, should not be confused with the coconut ... Read more
HAPPENINGS IN TOWN
Girls Night Out Thursday, October 11, 6-9p The Shops at Sunset Place simon.com SOMIartwalk© Friday, October 12, 6-9p throughout town artnightsouthmiami.com Food Truck “Migration” Sunday, October 21, 4-8p Tropical Audubon Society/Doc Thomas House 5530 Sunset Drive tropicalaudubon.org Safe Streets Halloween Wednesday, October 31, 4-6p throughout town Costume ... Read more