Fans of the acclaimed and provocative British artist Banksy can now experience his iconic works up close as The Art of Banksy: “Without Limits” exhibition opens in Miami at Ice Palace Studios on January 14, 2022, as part of its North American debut. The exhibition – custom-built to fit the venue – includes several experiential areas and more than 155 of the artist’s works such as certified originals, prints, photos, lithographs, sculptures, murals, and video mapping installations created only for this tour. Tickets start at $27.20 and are available through Feverup.com/Miami and ArtOfBanksy.com. The exhibition is open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays and Wednesdays through Thursdays, and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Building upon the incredible success of The Art of Banksy: “Without Limits” in Europe, the Middle East, Australia and Asia, the exhibition celebrated its U.S. premiere in Atlanta in September 2021. Due to popular demand, the show in Atlanta was extended. Miami is the second city on the national tour where the exhibition will be showcased for a limited time, followed by Charlotte, North Carolina, and other cities to be announced later this year. To date over 1.2 million people have visited the exhibition around the world. Regarded as one of the most valuable and talked about artists of our time, Banksy’s popularity cannot be denied. The exhibition The Art of Banksy: “Without Limits” is presented by eventS and SEE Global Entertainment. More than 20 of Banksy’s works are carefully reproduced with his stencil technique especially for the exhibition, including his March 2021 creation “Escape” originally appearing on England’s closed Reading Prison, and “Pulp Fiction” featuring likenesses of the film’s stars Samuel L. Jackson and John Travolta pointing bananas in place of pistols. The exhibit also features an astounding reproduction of a subway station from the London Underground, which immerses visitors in the world of Banksy's street art. In addition, visitors can view a mural installation by a renowned creative team, which authentically brings the spirit of street art to an indoor exhibit. A video documentary gives visitors insights into Banksy’s life and work, all presented in a unique setting. The show promises – and delivers – a genuinely impressive experience and is a “must see” to celebrate or learn about his art. Other highlights include “Dismaland” installations from Banksy’s 2015 pop-up Bemusement Park, prints of “Flower Thrower” and “Kissing Coppers,” and the sculpture “Death of a Phone Booth.” Other surprises include a section dedicated to Banksy’s activism related to immigrants and an “infinity room” addressing politics. Visitors are also invited to join the spirit of Banksy's activism by spray painting their own T-shirt with a $2 donation to the M.V. Louise Michel organization. “Visitors will find conversation starters around every corner of this exhibition as Banksy is an exciting and compelling artist we delight in sharing with the public for the first time in Miami,” said Martin Biallas, CEO of SEE Global Entertainment. “Some consider Banksy a prankster and others regard him an artistic genius – no matter one’s perspective, worldwide it’s clear that everyone agrees Banksy’s popularity and influence cannot be denied.” “Banksy has a unique power to express strong political statements with poetry, energy and humor and an unnerving ability to get to the heart of the subject matter,” added Biallas. “Any location that features Banksy’s work becomes the place to see, and in the U.S. that place is Miami.” The founder of the exhibition, Kemal Gurkaynak, who is based outside the U.S. and considers himself a Banksy advocate, also affirms the incredible ability Banksy has to inspire conversation. “The Art of Banksy: ’Without Limits’ is not an exhibition but a show with a philosophy as Banksy loves to provoke, shock and even disturb society,” said Gurkaynak. “He does it with humor and poetry indeed. Banksy has the unique ability to express through his works some truths that most people don’t have the courage to say out loud. And, nowadays, we need to be sincere, empathetic and caring to one another more than ever. This is what Banksy’s art does: it has the power to unite people, ideas, values that can change the world for the better. Through The Art of Banksy: ‘Without Limits’ our mission is to present the truth about Bansky’s art and to carry his powerful message into the world.” The Art of Banksy: “Without Limits” successfully exhibited in multiple international cities including Istanbul, Amsterdam, Melbourne, Antwerp, Berlin, Bucharest, Cluj, Budapest, Riyadh, Vienna, Warsaw, Seoul and Atlanta. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of The Arts of Banksy

Have you ever stumbled upon perfectly-plated, farm-fresh meals in a dreamy meadow on Instagram via the page @Out_InTheField? The photogenic event, which has been regarded as “pop-up restaurants in a farm field,” by AFAR, features long communal tables in nature and chef-driven outdoor dining experiences. If the answer is yes, you’re in luck! The event is officially coming to South Fla. on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. with a curated menu by 3x James Beard nominee, chef Niven Patel, owner of Miami restaurants, Orno, Mamey and Ghee. He was also listed as Food & Wine Magazine’s Best New Chefs of 2020. Admired by foodies, Outstanding in the Field has popped-up all over the world - from the foothills of Mount Fuji to California’s Stinson Beach. The event brings chefs, farmers, and the public together for an elaborate meal in a rustic and peaceful setting. This event will take place at Holman’s Harvest farm in Loxahatchee Groves, FL (Palm Beach County), a small family farm owned by Marty and Liza Holman with chef Patel preparing dishes for guests. Diners will get the opportunity to dine alongside lush beds of organically-grown vegetables, the coconut groves, tropical fruit trees and maybe a flock of free-running pastured hens. Chef Patel has curated a multi-course menu that showcases Holman’s Harvest’s bounty of freshly-picked produce. Chef Patel is no stranger to preparing dishes with fresh local ingredients, as he owns his own farm, Rancho Patel, in Homestead, Fla. and draws culinary inspirations from the fresh ingredients that rotate with the seasons. Click HERE to learn more about the event. Tickets are $365 per person and can be purchased HERE.

What/Who: On Monday, January 17 at 7 p.m., Dustin Robinson, Esq. CPA, will present his monthly Psychedelic Series at Soho Beach House Miami. Emceed by Robinson, this Psychedelic Women Panel will highlight the great work of leading females in the psychedelics industry. Moderated by Julie Zukof, wellness brand advisor founder of Psychedelic Women, the panel will feature Denise C. Vidot, PhD, founder of CanaVee, and Michelle Weiner, DO, MPH. To kick off the panel, there will be a transformative psychedelic breathwork session led by Bianca Abbott, co-founder of LunaFast. Every month, the Psychedelic Series features experts in the psychedelics space from CEOs, doctors, lawyers and celebrities. Past panelists include NBA champion Lamar Odom, Stanley Cup champion Daniel Carcillo, Psilera Bioscience CEO Chris Witowski, PhD, Silo Wellness CEO Douglas K. Gordon, and others. Wellness strategy guru, researcher and innovator Zukof is the wellness brand advisor founder of Psychedelic Women. Previously working with prestigious agencies, Zukof brings her expertise to consulting both agency partners and brands, and leverages lean teams to partner wellness companies with principal talent. Her unique style is influenced by her distinctive experience in growing companies and diverse cultural travels. Her background has enabled the creation of groundbreaking solutions for start-ups, new products and global Fortune 500 brands. Zukof’s passion for entrepreneurship is acutely represented in consulting small companies who have grown to become leaders. Her creativity combined with her business strategy prowess play key roles in driving her client's successes. Dr. Vidot is the founder of CanaVee, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing trailblazing research-based, patient-centered solutions with her community. She is also an epidemiologist and tenured-track assistant professor at the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies where she is the principal investigator of the Cannabis Health and Fitness Laboratory. Dr. Vidot’s research is centered upon physical health outcomes of substance use and abuse across the lifespan among racial/ethnic minority populations. Specifically, she examines cardiovascular and metabolic outcomes among cannabis users from an epidemiological perspective. Dr. Vidot is also interested in the cardiovascular and metabolic health outcomes among HIV patients, and those at risk for HIV, who use cannabis. Dr. Weiner is double board-certified in interventional pain medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation. Dr. Weiner focuses on diagnosing and treating spine and musculoskeletal pain as well as chronic migraines at the Spine and Wellness Centers of America. Her unique approach of personalized and preventative medicine focuses on empowering her patients to cultivate health using lifestyle and plant medicine. Her research focuses on using cannabis as a substitute for opioids in chronic pain patients and cannabis’ effect on seniors with chronic pain. Dr. Weiner is the Vice President of Mr. Psychedelic Law and on the Advisory Board for Iter Investments. She uses cannabis and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy as a catalyst to identify the root cause of one’s suffering, optimizing their quality of life. Robinson is Founding Partner of Mr. Cannabis Law– a full service law firm focused on the cannabis and psychedelic industries; Co-Founder of Mr. Psychedelic Law – a non-profit focused on psychedelic legal reform; and Managing Principal of Iter Investments – a venture capital firm deploying capital across the psychedelic ecosystem. When: Monday, Jan. 17, 2022; 7 p.m. EST Where: Soho Beach House Miami 4385 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140 How: The event is private and only open to Soho Beach House members. About Iter Investments: Iter Investments is an investment firm that deploys capital in and around the burgeoning psychedelic industry. Iter Investments invests with the mission of re-imagining how the mental health and wellness industry delivers care. For more information, visit www.iterinvestments.com or email contact@iterinvestments.com. About Mr. Psychedelic Law: Mr. Psychedelic Law is a 501(c)(4) focused on using medical and spiritual research to drive responsible legal reform in Florida for psilocybin mushrooms and other entheogens. Mr. Psychedelic Law envisions a responsible legal framework that allows people to reach a higher level of consciousness through psilocybin mushrooms and other psychedelics while also accounting for the potential negative effects of taking these compounds under the wrong set and setting. For more information, visit www.mrpsychedeliclaw.com. About Mr. Cannabis Law: Mr. Cannabis Law is a full-service law firm focusing on the unique and highly regulated cannabis and psychedelic industries, from startups to established businesses. The firm stays abreast of all current legal developments and anticipates upcoming legal developments in the cannabis and psychedelic industries. It advises and consults in myriad areas of the industries, including licensing and registration, supply chain management, regulatory and tax compliance, real estate transactions, corporate formation and management structure, business litigation, business transactions, banking, accounting systems and reporting, quality control systems and reporting, research & development systems and reporting, inventory tracking and software implementation, manufacturing systems integration, and employment matters. The firm is located at 1000 SE 2nd St., Unit 6, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. For more information about Mr. Cannabis Law, visit mrcannabislaw.com, call 786-526-1155, or email info@mrcannabislaw.com.

Gorgeous fully furnished new construction home in the heart of South Miami's High Pines neighborhood. Impeccable interiors by renowned designer Sensi Casa. This 7 / 7.5 home has it all: a spectacular entryway with a 10-foot door and 10 plus feet ceilings throughout the first floor; a grand, open kitchen with custom cabinetry and appliances from Mia Cucina; impeccably-designed bathrooms and custom closets; an elevator; rooftop deck with summer kitchen; smart-home technology throughout; solar panels with tesla batteries and a dedicated home gym with sauna and steam rooms. The home is centered around a resort-like pool that can be seen from almost every room in the house. Incredible spaces, design and a prime location make this an unparalleled offering. Click below to launch slideshow > Price: $6,500,000 Bedrooms: 7 Bathrooms: 7 Full, 1 Partial Interior: 7,199 Sq Ft. Exterior: 0.36 Acre Contact: www.sothebysrealty.com By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Sothebys Realty

I am Saje Nicole, a Haitian American model who shuttles between Los Angeles and Miami. Many may not know this, but Miami is where I started modeling. I came here at the age of three with my mother and father (both from Haiti) looking for a better life. My mother always wanted me to be a nurse or a doctor, but I had something else in mind. Growing up, I always knew I wanted to model, but it was hard to find “my place.” I did not necessarily look like a successful model, but all I needed was patience. I always tell people, yes, I lived in Fort Lauderdale, but Miami is where I grew up. Miami is where I found my first agency, where I walked the runway for the first time, and where I worked on my first film set. Some of them were huge projects, others were just shows, but in my mind they all led me to bigger opportunities. In July 2020, I walked in a Miami Swim week show for the first time. That same year, I also auditioned for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. And little did I know, this was the moment I had been waiting for. I filmed my audition video on Miami Beach with my iPhone, tripod and lapel mic. I edited it at home, which took me all day, and uploaded it the very next day! Since then, I have made it to the finals of Sports Illustrated Swim Search, shot with the infamous Yutsai, met the entire team at Sports Illustrated, walked with them at Miami Swim Week my sophomore year, and last but not least, I am featured in this year’s Most ICONIC issue of Sports Illustrated History, with three black women on the cover! I accomplished all of this because I was extremely determined and persistent. All traits I learned growing up in Miami. Yes, we know how to have a good time, we know how to keep the spirits high and the music jumping, but there is another side to Miami. A side that is full of string pullers and trailblazers. I’d like to call it the best of both worlds. So thank you, Miami. For raising me and showing me how to take things easy and have fun, but also how to keep the job safe and make my city proud. That’s the real Miami Living. Click below to launch slideshow > Connect with Saje Instagram: www.instagram.com/sajenicole Facebook: www.facebook.com/sajenicoleofficial Words by Saje Nicole, Images by Nicole Alanna Gilbert

With cultural programming, new hospitality additions, and an ever-changing culinary scene, Florida is primed to offer visitors a breath of fresh air throughout 2022. Here are some of Miami Living's favorite art and culture experiences beyond Miami! Arts and Cultural Experiences Designed to resemble an old Ford plant that once stood in Jacksonville, the newly opened Brumos Collection Museum features 35,000 square feet dedicated to more than three dozen rare and historically acclaimed race and collector cars. It also offers meeting spaces a 22-seat movie theater, a research archive and a working car shop. Paul Teutul Sr. of Orange County Chopper fame and area hospitality executive Keith Overton recently announced plans to open the OCC Road House & Museum, a new restaurant, and attraction featuring custom choppers from the hit Discovery Network series “American Chopper,” along with hundreds of rare items from a vast collection of biker memorabilia. NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale will present a major retrospective exhibition of fashion designer Anna Sui from February 27 - September 19, 2021. The World of Anna Sui explores the glamorous and eclectic world of one of New York’s most beloved and accomplished designers. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens’ Downtown Sarasota campus will showcase the legendary pop artist Roy Lichtenstein’s screen prints based on Monet’s world-famous paintings of water lilies and haystacks. Roy Lichtenstein: Monet’s Garden Goes Pop! will occur from February 14 through June 27, 2021. The gardens are also home to a new butterfly house. In partnership with the City of Port St. Lucie and Treasure Coast Sports Commission, the Florida Sports Hall of Fame Foundation is moving its Hall of Fame to the MIDFLORIDA Event Center in Port St. Lucie. The Florida Sports Hall of Fame includes 55 memorabilia exhibits from some of the biggest sports stars ever known in racing, golf, and football among others. Naples Zoo will be taking families to new heights with an elevated giraffe feeding experience and exhibit for face-to-face encounters with the world’s tallest animal. The new design features an elevated viewing and feeding platform to allow more interaction between guests and the giraffes. For more fun, SkyViews Miami, the city’s newest attraction, offers a Ferris Wheel ride with views over Biscayne Bay in private gondolas. Then, sail under the Bridge of Lions at sunset or look for dolphins along the Intracoastal with Sabrage Charters, which recently made its debut in St. Augustine. Owned and operated by Captain Glen Davis, Jonathan Cordero, and Ian Bartlett, Sabrage is a 63-foot Custom Cooper Catamaran equipped with high-end finishes, spacious decks, and comfortable seating for up to 110 guests. In other attraction news, Universal Orlando has a new roller coaster inspired by the Jurassic World film franchise, called the VelociCoaster. Nearby, the Museum of Illusions Orlando, a mind-bending “edutainment” experience exploring the fascinating world of mental deception, will open with 50 intriguing exhibits on January 9, 2021. Lodging and Hospitality Updates The AC Hotels by Marriott Fort Lauderdale Beach opens in January 2021 just steps away from Sebastian Street Beach. The 171-room hotel will boast ocean views, an open kitchen for European-style breakfast and specialty culinary events, a library, an expansive resort-style pool with cabanas and dining services, and 1,000 square feet of meeting space. Hotel Effie will also open its doors in 2021. Situated on Florida’s Emerald Coast, the property features 250 guest rooms and suites, four culinary concepts by acclaimed chef Hugh Acheson, a luxury spa, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and the only rooftop pool on Florida’s Emerald Coast. The White Elephant brand from Nantucket recently opened its sister property in Palm Beach, featuring 13 deluxe rooms and 19 suites which includes two penthouse suites located on the fourth floor, the Park & Palm Suites. In Ocala/Marion County, the “Horse Capital of the World,” the largest equestrian and multi-purpose event complex in the United States moves towards a grand opening in 2021. The centerpiece of the state-of-the-art World Equestrian Center is the 248 room 5-story luxury hotel complete with retail shopping, bakery, spa, unique food and beverage options, and much more. The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel are becoming more accessible with 14 new direct flight routes launching before the end of 2020 to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers. In addition to Alaska Airlines’ new direct service from West Coast markets Los Angeles (LAX) and Seattle (SEA), airlines including JetBlue, Southwest, and United have also announced new flights. American Airlines is also offering new daily nonstop flights to Daytona Beach from Dallas and Philadelphia. In Tallahassee, The Cascades Project is a $132 million-dollar investment in a mixed-use development overlooking Cascades Park. The Project will include residential, retail, office, restaurant, and hotel space as well as a satellite Visitor Information Center. Capital improvements in the city also include Market Street District redevelopment on the northside of Tallahassee, introducing 110,000 square feet of retail, restaurant, entertainment, hotel, office space as well as a bike park for cycling enthusiasts. Food and Beverage Shout-outs In Fort Lauderdale, the highly anticipated Cuba Libra Restaurant & Rum Bar is expected to open in early 2021. Chef-partner Guillermo Pernot promises a modern take on Havana-inspired dishes. Also in town, Florida House restaurant and bar will open in a building reminiscent of an Ernest Hemingway-like house with outdoor seating. The Old Sistrunk Distillery is forecast to open in 2021 in Historic Sistrunk, Fort Lauderdale’s oldest African American community. A partnership between rapper, singer, and songwriter Flo Rida and businessman and ex-rapper Victor G. Harvey, the distillery will produce the duo’s new Victor George Vodka, along with gin, whiskey, tequila, and other specialty liqueurs. The public will have access to a tasting room, cigar bar, a wine lounge, and meeting and event space. In Martin County, Stuart Brewery & Distillery is slated to open by 2021. The upcoming brewery-distillery combination introduces visitors to creative beers like Mango Milkshake IPA (with notes of vanilla and organic mango); Salted Caramel Russian Imperial (with a hint of coconut); and Raspberry Berliner (made using fermented organic raspberries). The Delray Beach Market opens in spring 2021 inside a 4-story building, creating Florida’s largest food hall at roughly 60,000 square feet with 35 individually curated, best-in-class vendors serving local seafood, artisanal coffee, hand-roll sushi, handcrafted burgers, and more. For more information on what’s new and upcoming in the Sunshine State or to plan a 2021 vacation to Florida, visit www.VISITFLORIDA.com. Text and Images courtesy of Visit Florida

This collection is inspired by the English poet, painter and printmaker William Blake who was born in London in 1757. Click below to launch slideshow > Alexander McQueen’s Miami Store 146 NE 41st St, Miami, FL 33137 +1 786-857-5100 www.alexandermcqueen.com By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Alexander McQueen

Now eating bread can be enjoyable and healthy, thanks to Eat Me Guilt Free's newly-launched Not Quite White Protein Bread and Mini Protein Baguettes! With its Not Quite White Protein Bread, Eat Me Guilt Free enhanced its original protein bread to create a “better-for-you” version of everyone's favorite "White Bread" – but not quite! This is a classic without unhealthy ingredients but packed with protein. Each shipment contains three loaves with 20 slices per loaf. The Not Quite White Protein Bread offers simple ingredients, 12 grams of protein per two slices, and is low carb and vegan. It includes only 200 calories per serving (two slices per serving). Sold at $25.47 per shipment, it is available at https://www.eatmeguiltfree.com/collections/protein-breads-and-protein-tortillas/products/not-quite-white-protein-bread. For the first-time ever, Eat Me Guilt Free has launched Mini Protein Baguettes. These baguettes are great for snacking, meal prepping and everything in between. With three bags per shipment, each bag includes four baguettes for a total of 12. Offering 12 grams of protein per baguette, they are low carb and vegan and offer simple ingredients. Sold at $23.97, the baguette shipments can be found at https://www.eatmeguiltfree.com/collections/protein-breads-and-protein-tortillas/products/mini-protein-baguettes-bag-of-4. Eat Me Guilt Free uses modified atmosphere packaging to exclude unnecessary preservatives and keep its products as fresh as the day they were baked for up to six months. To preserve freshness, products should be refrigerated or frozen once opened. “Since we launched Eat Me Guilt Free, we have worked hard to help consumers feel less restricted and more open to enjoying the everyday foods they love, without sacrificing taste,” said Cristie Besu, Eat Me Guilt Free’s CEO and founder, and a Miami-based Cuban-American businesswoman. “We pride ourselves on being able to regularly enhance and expand our suite of products that cater to our customers’ needs. Our Not Quite White Protein Bread and new Mini Protein Baguettes reflect that dedication.” Eat Me Guilt Free’s consumer base is consistently growing ― from athletes to bariatric patients to everyday consumers who are conscious about what they feed their bodies. Health enthusiasts are choosing Eat Me Guilt Free for a range of health reasons, beyond just their external appearances. Besu started baking her Eat Me Guilt Free treats straight out of her own kitchen in 2013, while she was working as a registered nurse and certified sports nutritionist. Starting with a team of three, she worked closely with clients to craft nutrition programs, helping them with everything from disease management to improving labs, to just being able to move and feel better about themselves. The company now boasts a team of 30 and continues to create unique products and fun flavors for everyone to enjoy. The company’s product line currently includes brownies, tortilla wraps, protein bread, and now baguettes. The products are available for purchase at more than 3,000 independent retailers nationwide, GNC, The Vitamin Shoppe, as well as through EatMeGuiltFree.com, Walmart.com and Amazon.com. Eat Me Guilt Free is always innovating its product line and will be baking more favorites in 2022. Eat Me Guilt Free was founded by Registered Nurse and Certified Sports Nutritionist Cristie Besu in Miami, FL in 2013. What began as a passion project soon turned into a small business for the Cuban-American mom of three, as she discovered the importance and satisfaction protein-packed and better-for-you foods provided to others. Eat Me Guilt Free, which sources ingredients primarily from Europe for higher quality food standards, offers healthy solutions for those who strive to live a healthy and active lifestyle. Besu never sacrifices taste and texture when creating original recipes, hand-crafted by artisan bakers in small batches in order to ensure optimal freshness. The brand also uses Modified Atmosphere Packaging in select products to exclude unnecessary preservatives. Eat Me Guilt Free’s product line of bread, brownies, snacks and tortilla wraps offers an unprecedented protein-to-carbohydrate ratio, making them a high-protein, low-carb alternative to traditional snacks and foods. Eat Me Guilt Free fills a gap in the market for an alternative to sweets that people can feel good about putting into their bodies. Available on https://www.eatmeguiltfree.com/, Amazon, The Vitamin Shoppe and GNC, Eat Me Guilt Free also offers an exclusive subscription. Eat Me Guilt Free is recognized by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council. For more information, please visit https://www.eatmeguiltfree.com/, www.instagram.com/eatmeguiltfree, www.facebook.com/eatmeguiltfree, or www.twitter.com/EatMe_GuiltFree. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Eat Me Guilt Free

American Academy is pleased to host “Supporting Autonomy and Self-Motivation in Young People with ADHD,” a virtual event via Zoom on Thursday, Jan. 27 at 7:00 pm. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly program, “Experts in Learning Differences: A Speaker Series.” Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the speaker for the January event is Maggie Sibley, Ph.D. Dr. Sibley is a licensed clinical psychologist in the states of Florida and Washington and Associate Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at Seattle Children's Research Institute, as well as Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health at Florida International University. She directs a program of research that focuses on creating engaging, evidence-based interventions for students with ADHD. Her research is funded by the National Institute of Mental Health and the U.S. Department of Education. She is a member of the professional advisory board of Children and Adults with Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT), and the author of a comprehensive guide to treating ADHD in teenagers (Guilford Press, 2016). She has authored over 100 scientific articles on ADHD. The speaker series will be streamed live virtually, as well as available for viewing following each event. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic. The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a safe space to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child. For more information about the speaker series, please visit: https://www.ah-americanacademy.com/speaker-series. The event will be taking place on Thursday, January 27 from 7-8 p.m. For more information and to reserve a spot, visit https://www.ah-americanacademy.com/speaker-series. Limited spots are available for this free, online, and live event. For more information about the American Academy Program, visit its website or email admissions@ahschool.com. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of AH American Academy

The perfect wedding begins with a vision that spins and spirals through the bride’s imagination, ultimately reaching a final flourish with the selection of the dress. The Oscar de la Renta Bridal Spring/Summer 2022 collection transforms that illusion into sparkling reality with options to fulfill every dream. Hemlines extend from short and flirty to delicately knee grazing_from frothy clouds of hi-low taffeta to magnificent, floor-sweeping silk ball gowns. Court and chapel trains add a touch of elegance and promise a dramatic entrance. Click below to launch slideshow > Silhouettes are equally diverse, with graceful columns, bubbly asymmetry, billowing sleeves, lithe mermaid profiles, and voluminous layers of tulle. Botanical designs make their appearance in abundance. Pressed flowers are rendered in delicate appliques_on dresses, tops, and intricate straps that skim the shoulders and back. Hand-cut rose petals with a thread-finished edge adorn a bodice, meeting a full skirt blossoming with still more roses individually applied for a fluid, organic effect. This is a collection born of dreams, a floral fantasy brought to life with exquisite attention to detail that is the Oscar de la Renta hallmark. Click below to launch slideshow > For more information visit: www.oscardelarenta.com/pages/bridal-collection-spring-2022

Amalia is the soul of Portugal. It embodies our “Saudade,” beauty, and destiny, meaning this collection contains our soul and reflects our country in all its glory, melancholy, and happiness. MARIA - https://bit.ly/3HNJP2S A piece of Portugal in your home Drawing its inspiration from the very place where it is designed and produced, the collection pays tribute to Portugal’s landscape and people. Amalia Home Collection is a culmination of almost 100 years of experience and heritage in the textile industry. Its roots can be traced back several generations to the 1920s when some of the original mills of northern Portugal began to manufacture products that personify European quality and craftsmanship. CAMILA - https://bit.ly/3rcyljO MATERIALS From 100% Egyptian CottonTM to 100% European linen, from plains to jacquards and prints, whether in sateens or percales, Amalia Home Collection products have been developed and positioned to be the top of the market offer. Click below to launch slideshow > LEONOR - https://bit.ly/30Wfe2L | FRESCO - https://bit.ly/2ZsrwPy JASMIM - https://bit.ly/32BrWEs | Villa - https://bit.ly/3rbG2Xa CELESTE - https://bit.ly/3HSlqJz Social media @amaliahomecollection New online store https://shop.amaliahomecollection.com By ML Staff | Images courtesy of Amalia Home Collection

A silky purée of vegetables, tortillas and spices, this chicken tortilla soup is hearty enough to serve as a meal. Photo by Alexandra Grablewski (Chronicle Books, 2018) Whenever we visit my parents in Longboat Key, Florida, we spend a lot of time hanging out at St. Armands Circle. It’s the kind of place where you stroll in and out of boutiques, people-watch at sidewalk cafés, walk around with drippy ice cream cones, and ask every stranger with a dog if your children can pet it. One of our favorite restaurants there is Tommy Bahama. The food’s always good, and we love sitting around a big round table under gently spinning wicker fans, listening to a one-man band play endless Jimmy Buffet tunes. We all have our favorite dishes at Tommy’s but one thing everyone agrees on is the chicken tortilla soup, made from puréed vegetables and corn tortillas. This is my version — lightened up a bit from the original but just as satisfying. (Photo above by Alexandra Grablewski, Chronicle Books 2018) WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP Begin by heating the oil and butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, and green pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and just starting to brown, about 15 minutes. (Turn the heat to medium-low if the mixture is browning too quickly.) Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Add the chicken broth, cut tortillas, cumin, chili powder, salt, and cayenne. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat down to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Off the heat, then use a handheld immersion blender to purée the soup until completely smooth. If you don’t have a hand-held blender, let the soup cool slightly and use a standard blender to purée in batches. Be sure to remove the center knob on the blender top and cover with a dish towel to avoid splatters. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Stir in the chicken, if using, then ladle the soup into bowls and serve with optional additions. Enjoy! Chicken Tortilla Soup By Jennifer Segal, inspired by Tommy Bahama Tropical Café A silky purée of vegetables, tortillas and spices, this chicken tortilla soup is hearty enough to serve as a meal. Servings: 6 INGREDIENTS For soup 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 medium yellow onions, roughly chopped (about 2-1/2 cups) 4 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced into quarters 1 green bell pepper, seeded and roughly chopped 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 quarts (8 cups) low-sodium chicken broth (best quality such as Swanson) 6 small (6-inch) corn tortillas, cut into small pieces 1 tablespoon ground cumin 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional additions 2 cooked skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite sized pieces (see note) Sour cream Crushed tortilla chips Chopped fresh cilantro 1-2 avocados, peeled, pitted and sliced INSTRUCTIONS In a large pot, heat the oil and butter over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, and green pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and just starting to brown, about 15 minutes. (Turn the heat to medium-low if the mixture is browning too quickly.) Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Add the chicken broth, cut tortillas, cumin, chili powder, salt, and cayenne and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat, then use a handheld immersion blender to purée the soup until completely smooth. (Alternatively, let the soup cool slightly and use a blender to purée in batches. Be sure to remove the center knob on the blender top and cover with a dish towel to avoid splatters.) Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Stir in the chicken, if using, then ladle the soup into bowls and serve with optional additions. Note: I usually use leftover or rotisserie chicken for this soup, but if you want to cook the chicken from scratch, you’ll need two bone‑in chicken breasts. Preheat the oven to 425°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Place the chicken breasts on an aluminum foil–lined baking sheet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Let cool, then pull the meat off the bone and cut into bite-sized pieces. Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The soup can be frozen for up to 3 months. Defrost the soup in the refrigerator for 12 hours and then reheat it on the stovetop over medium heat until hot. This soup will also keep nicely in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. (If refrigerated or frozen, the soup will thicken up quite a bit, so add a bit of water or chicken broth while reheating to thin it out as necessary.) NUTRITION INFO Per serving (6 servings) Serving size:1 bowl (does not include toppings) Calories:293 Fat:20 g Saturated fat:7 g Carbohydrates:23 g Sugar:3 g Fiber:3 g Protein:9 g Sodium:526 mg Cholesterol:20 mg Special thanks to Jennifer Segal, for the recipe and images. 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