sbe, the leading international hospitality group that develops, manages and operates award-winning brands, today announced a multi-faceted global partnership with leading luxury wellness and lifestyle brand, DOGPOUND. The initial rollout commenced on October 21st, 2020 and will be highlighted by the launching of a customized fitness program at renowned sbe properties SLS South Beach and SLS Brickell.  This will be closely followed by the addition of Mondrian Doha and other sbe properties as the partnership expands internationally. A favorite among celebrities and supermodels from around the world, this will be the first hotel partnership for DOGPOUND, providing sbe guests with exclusive access to a dynamic array of virtual training sessions, previously only available to DOGPOUND clients. In the initial launch phase, DOGPOUND's expert fitness trainers will coach sbe guests through virtual one-on-one fitness training sessions in the comfort of their sbe hotel rooms. Tailored to each guest's fitness level and equipment access, the DOGPOUND trainers offer a bespoke approach to training that will include key stretches, bodyweight moves, and an overall, well-rounded fitness experience. "We've noticed a significant rise in requests for health and wellness services at sbe properties and sought out a partner that aligned with our consumer's luxury lifestyle and could provide the best-of-the-best," said sbe Chief Business Officer Philippe Zrihen. "DOGPOUND has a cult following as one of the most innovative and trendsetting companies in the lifestyle fitness space. As our guests look for new ways to stay healthy, this partnership provides them with remarkable, results-driven personal training and a wellness-focused community at the touch of a button." In the coming year, sbe and DOGPOUND will expand the virtual workout program to additional properties with potential for even more unique fitness opportunities or additional avenues of collaboration. "This is a first for our company and we jumped at the chance to bring our private training sessions and nutritional programs to global travelers through a partnership with sbe, a luxury brand we've long admired," says DOGPOUND Founder and CEO, Kirk Myers. "Since each workout is catered to the individual, no session is the same, meaning sbe guests can return to their hotel room day after day, week after week, for a completely new experience. We're providing access to some of DOGPOUND's top trainers so sbe guests can CRUSH IT from anywhere in the world." sbe's collaboration with DOGPOUND further advances the hospitality group's health and wellness platform in response to growing interests among lifestyle consumers – 80 percent of whom are more engaged with their health than they were prior to the pandemic, according to a recent survey by Slingshot. Providing a full-service approach to wellness, sbe already partners with leading fitness companies Therabody to provide deep muscle therapy amenities, and Goldsheep for branded activewear, with more collaborations expected to be announced. "Wellness is no longer a nice-to-have when guests are picking their preferred hotel, it is a must-have. DOGPOUND is a natural complement to our growing suite of upscale wellness offerings, and an example of our promise to continue delivering elevated new products and services to our sbe tribe," said Zrihen. sbe continues to expand its corporate partner portfolio of international Fortune 500 companies across automotive, telecommunication, beverage, and financial institutions to deliver the finest bespoke and innovative goods and services to customers. The company recently extended long-standing collaborations with Danone, Chase Sapphire, Lincoln, Tidal, Therabody, Lavazza, and Goldsheep, providing a suite of exclusive benefits, products, and experiences for the modern sbe global traveler. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of sbe.

The Copper Door B&B is an intimate 22-room bed and breakfast located in the historic Black community of Overtown in Miami, Florida. The charming bed and breakfast is the passion project of hospitality industry veterans Jamila Ross and Akino West who aim to resurrect Southern Hospitality while honoring the neighborhood’s powerful cultural past. The culinary-trained couple transformed the boarded up Demetree Hotel, operated by Jimmy Demetree, a controversial Robin Hood figure in Miami during the 1940s, into a unique, immersive and inclusive lodging experience for modern travelers featuring chef-driven amenities and local goods. By ushering in a new generation of civic-minded entrepreneurs, creatives and projects, The Copper Door B&B is helping revive Overtown to its former glory as a cultural hub for live entertainment, music and dining. “We hope that by revitalizing historic buildings like the former Demetree Hotel and promoting cultural tourism by creating a local’s perspective for Miami tourists, that we can shed new hope and light on Overtown, once commonly referred to as ‘The Harlem of the South,’” explains Ross, who got her feet wet by running a successful Airbnb property out of the home that she and West share in Buena Vista. Ross and West lovingly updated The Copper Door with modern and convenient design elements suited for today’s contemporary nomad while preserving the building’s historic features including its original terrazzo floors, crown molding, hardwood floors and mosaic tile entryway.  They also restored and repurposed some of the furniture including the original front desk. Bathed in natural sunlight, the bright and airy lobby features tropical rattan seating with plush floral cushions and a communal antique table overlooking art exhibits highlighting the works of Black artists and creatives. The Copper Door features 22 vintage-styled and thematic guest rooms, a communal space, and three private, double room suites featuring bamboo and wood furniture against a backdrop of colorful and unique floral and geometric patterned wallpaper. Guest room decor includes mid-century modern furniture, wicker peacock chairs,  rattan shelving and amusing accessories such as Cuban cigar boxes, antique record players and old books. The bathrooms pay homage to South Beach’s golden era with black and white mosaic tile and vanities that were once nestled inside the historic Raleigh Hotel.  As travelers relax in the quiet space and take in the bright South Florida sunshine from their second floor window, views of the downtown Miami skyline and the Brightline train station look back, offering a local’s glance at one of Miami’s most historic neighborhoods. The bed and breakfast is also conveniently located near the Miami River and its waterfront restaurants, Little Havana, Adrienne Arsht Center, American Airlines Arena, Port of Miami, Bayfront Park, Perez Art Museum Miami, Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science and the Wynwood Walls. Ross and West maintain a strong connection to the community and have established partnerships with local, South Florida-based brands including Argyle Coffee Roasters, a slow-grade, single-origin coffee roaster, and Laundrify, a modern, eco-friendly laundry pickup and delivery service that services the hotel rooms directly. In 2020, The Copper Door B&B opened Rosie’s, a pop-up, culinary concept created as a pivot in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.  The to-go only concept operated out of a residential kitchen with a small service window to maintain a socially distant and safe experience. Since then, Rosie’s has expanded thanks to being a recipient of Discover Card’s Eat- It-Forward Grant, which allowed the restaurant to expand hours, hire local professionals and vendors, and launch an inviting outdoor space to operate to-go and dine-in options. Named after Ross’ mother, Rosie’s offers a feel-good breakfast along with small yet, worthy lunch selection that combines Italian ingredients and techniques with Southern-American roots and inspiration. Ross and West, who together boast 30+ years of hospitality and food and beverage experience, have worked in award-winning kitchens across the globe and trained with some of the most recognized names in the culinary world, including James Beard Award Winning Chef José Andrés, Chef Michael Schwartz of Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink and Chef Niven Patel of Ghee Indian Kitchen. West was also granted a once-in-a-lifetime apprenticeship at Denmark’s globally-acclaimed, Noma restaurant, voted the best restaurant in the world four times in the World's 50 Best list and named the world's second best at the 2019 awards. The Rosie’s pop-up evolved from the communal breakfast served every morning exclusively to guests of The Copper Door B&B.  Ross and West took great care to never repeat a meal during a guest’s stay and breakfast soon became their calling card. Today Rosie’s is currently open to the public for brunch from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday through Sunday serving a diverse range of sweet and savory menu options, sandwiches, breakfast items and fresh, baked goods. All dishes are plated with vintage dinnerware and served on the restaurant’s scenic patio, decorated with potted plants and a floral archway by local designer Say Sukii that leads to a covered pergola. The Copper Door B&B is now offering touchless check in and affordable options for long-term stays. Reservations are available with rates starting at $105. For more information visit CopperDoorBNB.com, Tel: 305.454.9065. Address: 439 NW 4th Avenue, Miami, FL 33128 By ML Staff. Photo credits: Copper Door B&B

For the past few years there have been reports that independent bookstores are struggling. Since Amazon transitioned from online marketplace to a powerhouse verb, where “amazon-ing” books (or any items) became the popular method of shopping, local businesses are on the slow decline. Then 2020 happened. It’s a strange conundrum, and presents a catch twenty-two. Yes, it’s a great thing that anyone anywhere in the world can order books through Amazon, arriving at lighting speed to your doorstep the next day. Yes, it’s a great thing that people in this apocalyptic phone addictive time still want to read (Gasp!) and Amazon deserves their kudos. And yes, online shopping has been a literal life saver during lockdown phases of the pandemic when many people couldn’t leave their homes safely. But the ease and accessibility of Amazon, coupled with brick and mortar store closures from the pandemic, have now hit independent bookstores at an urgent time. THE FLIGHT BACK Image courtesy of Dunbar Old Books One independent bookstore owner has no fear against Amazon, and has had success pre-pandemic making book sales online. Mary Ann Talmage is the owner of Dunbar Old Books, specializing in old and rare books for over twenty five years in Miami. “We sell online and we have a lot of global sales.” Ms. Talmage doesn’t consider Amazon competition. “I don’t think about Amazon. They’re superficial. We are more in depth.” Now more than ever independent bookstores across the country have reached a critical point facing permanent closures. South Beaches’ iconic Books & Books location on Lincoln Road closed (sort of) permanently in June due to high rent prices, slower book sales, and pandemic shut downs. Currently that location remains open as a cafe. Still called Books & Books….but minus the books. (BYOB- bring your own book.) Image courtesy of Books & Books Books & Books’ location nestled in Coconut Grove is still open and still hanging on. “We take things day by day and solider on” says bookseller Katherine Wakefield. Ms.Wakefield commented that the tourist foot traffic during what is now considered high season for the area has been slower in comparison to other years. “We did have a family from England the other day which was nice to see.” Despite these setbacks however, Books & Books pivoted to creating a larger online presence. Known for their in person events with rousing notable authors, these events are now being broadcasted online. “It’s been great because we've been able to reach a larger audience.” Ms.Wakefield credited the American Booksellers Associations as a helpful ally in the fight to keep revenue strong. CREATIVE MARKETING Image courtesy of the American Booksellers Association "October is The New December" was a month-long marketing initiative urging shoppers to buy now and not to wait until December for holiday shopping. The American Booksellers Association's website has a “marketing assets” section for independent bookstores to use freely and to circulate in their local areas. This marketing strategy will continue through the holiday season with "November is The New December," and "December is The New December." The message being, buy now if you can. Ms. Wakefield is looking forward to the weeks ahead, which is always an exciting time for Miami book lovers. Image courtesy of Miami Book Fair The Miami Book Fair is a yearly event which begins in the middle of November. This year the fair will be virtual with free online registration Typically, the fair draws hundreds and hundreds of bibliophiles, notable authors, poets, and publishing industry bigwigs for a week of events, panels, and discussions. Margaret Atwood, Mark Doty, Rumaan Alam, Ross Gay, Ann Patchett, Joy Harjo, Robert Haas, Lauren Groff, and Joyce Carol Oats will be in attendance. Oh, and Lenny Kravitz. The panel and events are the most diverse in recent years, and anyone can attend from the comfort of their home. This fair comes at an important time, reinforcing the values of literature, the community it creates, and why we love books in the first place. In the spirit of supporting your local Miami bookstores, here’s a quick list of a few top Miami centric works of literature to enjoy while we wait for our present reality to brighten up. If you are able to, please go to your local Miami bookstore or order online. For information about registration for the Miami Book Fair please visit the link below. Miami Book Fair Dunbar Old Books Books & Books American Booksellers Association By Eden Herbstman

On Wednesday, October 21, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) hosted their Annual Tourism Meeting at the Miami Beach Convention Center, marking the Center’s first official event since March 2020. A record number of 478 people tuned in virtually and nearly 200 attended the socially distanced event in-person. At the event, the GMCVB announced two noteworthy events scheduled to take place in Miami-Dade: the Aesthetic Society convention in April and the Latin Grammy’s in November. Panelists included William D. Talbert, CDME, President & CEO of the GMCVB, Bruce Orosz, Chairman of the Board of the GMCVB, and other representatives from the Miami Beach Convention Center. Attendees learned more about the status of Miami’s tourism industry and toured the newly opened Miami Beach Convention Center, with new safety features and guidelines that follow all important public health measures. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of GMCVB

PowerPlay Powerboats, builder of luxurious performance powerboats, is celebrating the U.S. debut of its Walker’s Cay 30 at the 61st Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Owned by Tom Mason, who has spent more than 40 years in the boating industry and is the former owner of custom center-console builder Midnight Express, PowerPlay Powerboats is joining forces with PowerPlay Yachts, founded by Dieuveny “DJ” Jean Louis, for global distribution. The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is taking place Oct. 28–Nov. 1, 2020 at the Bahia Mar Yachting Center, located at 801 Seabreeze Blvd. Established in 1997, Midnight Express was the original luxury performance customizable powerboat with a center-console and multi-engines in the marketplace. Mason purchased PowerPlay Powerboats in 2005 and sold Midnight Express in 2006. After a ten year non-compete, Mason relaunched the PowerPlay Powerboats brand into the marketplace in 2017 with the Rum Runner 30. Sunseeker, located in Fort Lauderdale, FL, handles the sales for PowerPlay Powerboats. PowerPlay Powerboats and PowerPlay Yachts are symbiotically moving forward to expand the brand and lifestyle into the international yachting marketplace and lifestyle. Mason brings over four-decades of experience in the boating industry and his history with Midnight Express, while Louis brings his knowledge with Toast Distillers, Inc., a Miami-based spirits conglomerate best-known for its ultra-premium vodka, Toast™. Toast Distillers specializes in developing brands internally, as well as in facilitating the branding and distribution needs of other specialty spirits companies. The company's products include a full range of ultra-premium to midline and well-line spirits products for vodka, rum, gin, tequila and whiskey. Toast™ Vodka was the official sponsor of the 35th America’s Cup, one of the oldest and best-known trophies in international sailing yacht competitions. In 2016, Toast Vodka, along with Goslings Rum, served as the official vodka of the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series; and the 2017 America’s Cup finals in Bermuda. Toast Distillers, Inc., has seen an immense increase in brand recognition in recent years. PowerPlay Powerboats currently features the vessels Rum Runner 30 and Walker’s Cay 30, which are completely customizable. · The Rum Runner 30 features 6-foot head room inside the console with a full flushing head. It boasts an innovative walk-through transom, with full width swim platform. Its exclusive dry bilge design offers 2.8 miles per gallon at 30 miles per hour, with twin 200s. The overall length with engines is 32.6”. Its fuel capacity is 200 gallons. Top speeds can go up to 48-52 miles per hour with a single 425, and 67–71 miles per hour with twin 400s. Additional features include a custom aluminum T-top with color-matched canvas and built-in grab handles, forward-facing lounge seat on front of the console, 5-foot below deck storage, and more. · The Walker’s Cay 30 features 6-foot head room inside the console with a full flushing head. It boasts an innovative walk-through transom, with full width swim platform. Its exclusive dry bilge design offers 2.4 miles per gallon at 30 miles per hour, with twin 200s. The overall length with engines is 32.6”. Its fuel capacity is 200 gallons. Top speeds can go up to 48-52 miles per hour with a single 450, and 72–75 miles per hour with twin 450s. Additional features include a custom aluminum T-top with color-matched canvas and built-in grab handles, forward-facing lounge seat on front of the console, 5-foot below deck storage, and more. · Salacia 38, the brand’s concept boat, will launch in late 2021. The vessel will feature a wet bar and have the capability of speeds up to 90 miles per hour. The vessel features 6-foot head room inside the console with a full flushing head. It boasts an innovative walk-through transom, with full width swim platform. The overall length with engines is 41.9” and its fuel capacity is 400 gallons. It’s available with twin, triples or quad outboards. Top speeds can go up to 70 miles per hour with twin 450s, 80 miles per hour with triple 450s and 90 miles per hour with quad 400s. Additional features include a second row of captain’s chairs, a custom fiberglass top, and built-in grab handles, forward-facing lounge seat on front of the console, 7-8-foot below deck storage, and much more. Gas or diesel stern and surface drives are available and application speeds are available upon request. With the launch of its concept boat Salacia, PowerPlay Powerboats is honoring its long heritage of high-performance, competitive racing DNA. Salacia, was named after the female divinity of the sea, Neptune's queen, and is known as the goddess of salt water and serenity. In ancient Roman mythology, Salacia was worshipped as the goddess who ruled the depths of the ocean and is characterized by the calm and sunlit aspect of the sea. PowerPlay Powerboats uses the most advanced technology combined with innovative design techniques to build its luxurious performance powerboats. All vessels go through a 78-point inspection prior to delivery. There is a 3-year bow-to-stern warranty on all parts and systems. “We are pleased to partner with PowerPlay Yachts and take the exposure of PowerPlay Powerboats to a global level,” said Mason. “With our history and experience in the boating industry, and DJ’s success in branding, it’s a win-win situation. We look forward to showcasing our incredible vessels at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and introducing the Walker’s Cay to the U.S. market.” “I’m excited to bring our branding savvy to PowerPlay Powerboats and gain national attention for this incredible company,” said Louis. “We’re happy to incorporate PowerPlay Yachts to expand the PowerPlay Powerboats marketplace and promote the boating and yachting lifestyle.” PowerPlay Powerboats will be located at the Red Zone H/I Dock 59A-B on the North side at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show at Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach. The Rum Runner 30 and Walker’s Cay 30 will be displayed in-water. For more information, visit Powerplaypowerboats.com. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of PowerPlay Powerboats

During this Thanksgiving season, over 1 million households throughout Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties are experiencing food insecurity. Feeding South Florida®, the leading domestic hunger-relief organization serving South Florida, is offering two different ways that the public can help those in need during this special holiday: Adopt-A Family and the Thanksgiving Food Frenzy. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Feeding South Florida needs the community’s assistance more than ever before to help provide families with Thanksgiving meals. In the communities that Feeding South Florida serves (Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties), the need for food assistance has more than doubled as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Thanksgiving is one of the hardest times of the year for families who struggle to make ends meet,” said Paco Vélez, president and CEO of Feeding South Florida. “The COVID-19 pandemic has produced an economic crisis unlike anything since the Great Depression. One in five adults and one in four children are currently facing food insecurity.” “Due to the pandemic, this year, there are food supply chain issues which have caused the cost of protein to rise and ingredients for side dishes to be in short supply. Through our Adopt-A-Family and Thanksgiving Food Frenzy initiatives, the public can come together to help make this Thanksgiving memorable for families experiencing hardship,” he continued. Adopt-A-Family (now through Nov. 23): For only $25, anyone can provide a Thanksgiving meal box to a family of four. The meal box includes one turkey, fresh produce, traditional sides, gravy mix, and dessert mix. To adopt a family, simply visit www.feedingsouthflorida.org/donate-now. To ensure Thanksgiving meal boxes are ready in time, all donations must be placed by Monday, Nov. 23, 2020. Thanksgiving Food Frenzy (Oct. 26–Nov. 6): This is a friendly competition in which groups host Food + Fund Drives and earn volunteer hours for the chance to win the title of “Ultimate Thanksgiving Hero” in their designated category. All groups are welcome to participate. Awards will be given to the top participants in the categories of School, Construction/Real Estate, Law, Financial Institution, Hospitality/Food + Beverage, Health Care, and Government. Participants can register at https://www.jotform.com/FeedingSouthFlorida/fsffoodfrenzy, and they will receive Feeding South Florida’s Thanksgiving Food Frenzy toolkit, which provides step-by-step instructions and ideas. The way to win is to provide the most meals by donating pounds of food and raising funds. Every meal provided = one point. For food, 1.2 pounds = one meal, and for funds, $1 = 9 meals. Ways to participate include: 1) Start a Physical Food Drive by visiting www.jotform.com/FeedingSouthFlorida/FSFfoodfrenzy. Plan a time, place and type of collection vessel(s) for the drive. Get creative and use things like cardboard bins for the food vessel. Set a goal. Drop off collected items Monday–Friday, 2:30–4:30 p.m., at Feeding South Florida, located at 2501 SW 32nd Terrace, Pembroke Park, FL 33023; or Feeding Palm Beach County, located at 4925 Park Ridge Blvd, Boynton Beach, FL 33426. 2) Launch a Virtual Food Drive/FUNd drive by visiting www.firstgiving.com/event/FEEDINGSOUTHFLORIDA/FSFfoodfrenzy. Create a customizable fundraising page, set a meal goal and spread the word. 3) Volunteer for bonus points at Feeding South Florida or Feeding Palm Beach County, on Tuesdays–Saturdays, from 8:30–11:30 a.m. or 1:30–4:30 p.m. (total pounds sorted is converted into meals ― and points). Register at volunteer.feedingsouthflorida.org. 4) Promote participation/mention Feeding South Florida on social media for bonus points (each post is worth one point.) Food drives will accept non-perishable items only. Items in glass jars or expired items will not be accepted. It is requested that items that are already in packed cases, cartons or boxes are not opened. Items needed for the Thanksgiving food drive are gravy mix, canned vegetables, cranberry sauce, stuffing mix, mashed potato mix, pie crust & mix, and cornbread mix. The most-needed general food drive items are peanut butter, cereal, mac & cheese, pasta, rice & beans, canned soups, canned meats, canned fruits & vegetables, canned meals, pop top food items, granola bars, fruit cups, applesauce, and diapers. Donations must be received by 5 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2020 at either Feeding South Florida or Feeding Palm Beach County to be counted toward the competition. If a group delivers all food and monetary donations to Feeding South Florida or Feeding Palm Beach County directly, the group will receive a 10% bonus of the total meals donated by the group. All groups compete within their industry, and groups with multiple offices or locations will compete as a single entity. The total number of meals collected, including all bonus points, will be added and divided by the number of employees in the group. This does not apply to schools. Feeding South Florida can only pick up food drives of 1,000 pounds or more. For more information, visit www.feedingsouthflorida.org or call 954.518.1818. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Unsplash

‘Tis the season to give back! For almost 50 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade has been selling Christmas trees and wreaths to help bring holiday cheer into South Florida homes and to create great futures for area youth. This year the tradition continues at the Hank Kline Club tree lot. The tree lot will be open seven days a week, starting Monday, Nov. 23 until trees are sold out. The trees, gorgeous Fraser firs, hand-selected in North Carolina, stand 5-feet to 14-feet tall with a starting price of $65. Hand-decorated wooden reindeers and poinsettias are also available starting at $15. Proceeds will benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s many positive programs, including its In-Person Virtual Learning Program, after school programs, homework assistance, computer training, social skills, dance, arts and crafts, professional mentoring, and summer and athletic programs, for area youth who need them the most. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Club is following all CDC guidelines including social distancing efforts and mandatory face masks for entry. The organization is monitoring updates from Miami-Dade County and public health officials, and will continue to respond based on their guidelines. When: The tree lot is open seven days a week, starting Monday, Nov. 23 until trees are sold out. Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26 Hours: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Unsplash

This holiday season, with family, friends and colleagues spread far and wide, top bartenders from Miami, New York, and Los Angeles are coming to your screen to teach you and your loved ones how to make a delicious cocktail at the Santa Teresa ‘1796 Virtual Speakeasy.’ Though you may not be able to gather in person over the holidays, due to ongoing social distancing restrictions, you can still gift them a memorable experience. Renowned Miami bartenders -- including Derek Stillman (The Sylvester), Chris Rolon (Vista), and Shauna O’Neil (Sweet Liberty) among others  -- can teach you and your guests how to make a drink worthy of the people you’re thankful for this holiday season – Salud! 1796 Virtual Speakeasy Details DESCRIPTION During the months of November and December, consumers can sign up for the ‘1796 Virtual Speakeasy’, purchase a bottle of Santa Teresa 1796 and enjoy a virtual cocktail class with dates ranging from November through January. Elevate your cocktailing this year and learn how to make Santa Teresa 1796 cocktails like the La Trova Old Fashioned, Hot Buttered Rum, or Ponche Crema, a drink similar to eggnog that is a Venezuelan holiday tradition. Along with being a perfect gift for family/friends, the 1796 Virtual Speakeasy is also an ideal alternative for work holiday parties. HOW Sign up for a class and purchase a bottle of Santa Teresa 1796 HERE. Don’t forget to use the following VIP code SHIPST to get free bottle shipping. Transport your loved ones to the best of Miami's, NYC, or LA cocktail scenes. WHEN Dates ranging from November – January PARTICIPATING BARTENDERS: Miami Derek Stillman (The Sylvester) Chris Rolon (Vista) Shauna O’Neil (Sweet Liberty) New York Meaghan Dorman (The Raines Law Room) Ireen Ha (Dante) Samantha Casuga (Dead Rabbit) Los Angeles Niko Novick (The Nomad Hotel) Yael Vengroff (Spare Room) Gianna Johns (Harvard & Stone) Product Santa Teresa 1796 Description From the oldest Venezuelan rum brand, Santa Teresa 1796 is one of the first super-premium rums to employ the Solera Method, an artisanal processing method featuring a blend of light, heavy and pot still rums aged 4 to 35 years. Santa Teresa 1796 features a palate that hearkens back to scotch and whisky, with notes of tobacco, leather, molasses and dark chocolate. Dark and bold with rich notes of molasses, vanilla and cherries, the Venezuelan premium rum has a similar flavor palate to the finest dark spirits on the shelf. Packaged in a stylish cylindrical tin, Santa Teresa 1796 makes gift wrapping a breeze. Gold Medal 2019 Beverage Tasting Institute. Price: $44.99 SRP for 750ml By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Santa Teresa.

For many, the work-from-home lifestyle has become the new normal. The option to change up the location of that ‘home’ is becoming increasingly enticing as borders slowly begin to open around the world. Luxury travel advisor network, Virtuoso, has seen the trend expand as of late, noting “If micro-vacations were born from a lack of time, extended stays are the answer to a strained work-life balance brought on by incessant Zooming,” stated Misty Belles, Managing Director of Global Public Relations. The following properties have taken their hospitality to the next level with extended stay deals that offer a true home-away-from-home – from the Costa Rican rainforest to the beaches of Anguilla. Anguilla + St. Martin Travelers can make Belmond Cap Juluca in Anguilla their home-away-from-home when the property reopens on November 1, 2020 with the new Long Stay offer. When booking a 30-, 60-, or 90-day stay, guests will receive daily breakfast, a 60-minute spa treatment per week in the Arawak Spa, a welcome dinner on arrival, unlimited laundry, $100 resort credit per day, a dedicated host, and the Anguilla entry fee. Sister property Belmond La Samanna – just a 25-minute private boat ride across the Caribbean Sea – will similarly offer this deal for extended stay travelers when it reopens in St. Martin on December 1, 2020. Costa Rica Nayara Tented Camp is one of the first luxury camps in Central America. Located in the Arenal Volcano National Park, the year-round camp is the brainchild of owner Leo Ghitis who was inspired by the luxury canvas lodges of Africa and Asia. The air-conditioned accommodations, each generously sized at 1,496 square feet, have been built at a higher altitude on the hillside to provide unobstructed views of the volcano. The indoor/outdoor design of the Camp blends contemporary, barefoot-luxe touches and unique-to-location design features: a master suite created as a nod to traditional African safari style tents fused with a Costa Rican sense of place; canopy beds with a botanical headboard mural; private plunge pools fed by natural mineral hot springs; and double-head outdoor showers. Guests who book stays 30 days or longer receive 35% discount on accommodations, along with laundry service, twice daily cleaning service, valet parking, breakfast and daily yoga. Oracabessa, Jamaica There's no better way to spend the week than with toes in the sand and a Red Stripe in hand. Travelers who book 30 nights or more at GoldenEye in the quiet fishing village of Oracabessa will receive 30% off accommodations. Previously Ian Fleming's home and the site where he penned all 14 James Bond novels, today the property is owned by Island Records founder, Chris Blackwell. Set along the pristine coast, among lush tropical gardens and around the calm waters of the property’s lagoon and secluded beaches, the 52-acre estate now encompasses 45 stand-alone villas, cottages, and Beach Huts. Guests also have the option to book Fleming's original five-bedroom home, where his writing desk remains. Daily breakfast and unlimited laundry are included. Not valid December 20, 2020-January 3, 2021. Maldives Following months of being cooped up at home, the ‘close to home travel’ trend just won’t cut it for some. Built-up wanderlust means getting as far away as possible, and the Maldives is open of business. With the ‘Live Unforgettable’ offer, guests of Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi staying seven nights or longer will receive a 30% discount on accommodations including roundtrip airport transfers via the property’s fleet of yachts, daily breakfast, and nightly dinner credit of $100 per person for two. Privacy-seekers might opt to make a Stella Maris over-water villa their home-away-from-home, which is only accessible by traditional dhoni boat and features a private infinity pool, BBQ setup, and hammocks swimming over the turquoise blue ocean. Available now through December 20, 2020. Palm Beach, Florida White Elephant Palm Beach will debut on November 4 as a sister property to Nantucket’s iconic White Elephant Resort. The new hotel, being completely reimagined by Boston-based architecture firm, Elkus Manfredi, represents the total renovation of the Bradley Park Hotel, which dates back to the 1920’s and was one of the first hotels in the area. The 32-room and suite White Elephant Palm Beach will maintain the welcoming feel of a private residence, with each accommodation offering a private outdoor space. Among the amenities, guests will have complimentary use of Priority Bicycles and BMW vehicles, as well as exclusive access to Barton & Gray yachts. Guests who book stays 30 days or longer will receive a 15% discount on their accommodations. County Clare, Ireland Set on 450 acres with gardens based on the same designs as the Gardens at Versailles, Dromoland Castle can trace its heritage back to the 16th century when it was home of the O’Brien family and last high kinds of Ireland. Two couples or a family of four can now make this once royal home their very own with a month-long stay in the Grania O’Brien Suite. The two-bedroom apartment features its own kitchen, fireplace, and private terrace with a garden and outdoor space. With the long stay offer, guests can take advantage of the 18-hole golf course with daily access to the golf academy and the golf buggy. The rate includes unlimited laundry, daily breakfast, 24/7 IT support for those setting up a home office, and a personal host to attend to guests’ every need. Cost for 30 nights is €29,000 (approximately $34,182 USD) (valid September 1, 2020-April 1, 2021, excluding Christmas and some closed out dates) *Americans are welcome in Ireland right now, but must self-quarantine for 14 days. Watch this space: When it reopens on October 16 following a large scale renovation, The Dupont Circle in Washington DC will have an extended stay offer. More details to come. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of each mentioned venue.

Latin artist and muralist Luis Valle, popularly known by his creative persona, El Chan Guri, will be creating a colorful installation in celebration of Venezuela at CityPlace Doral. The Miami-based artist, who will begin painting the mural on Wednesday, Oct. 28, as part of the “Art Wall Alley” event, will pay homage to the country’s national flower, the orchid Cattleya mossiae, known as flor de Mayo, and its national tree, the araguaney. Valle will unveil the finished installation in early November. “It is important for me to paint a mural at CityPlace Doral that the Venezuelan community of Doral can relate to,” says Luis Valle. “I chose to incorporate the country’s national flower and national tree because I like to use natural elements in all of my works of art.” “CityPlace Doral is excited to welcome Luis Valle, and we will continue working with local schools and artists to fuse art with the center’s shopping and dining experiences,” says Alex Schreer. “It’s important that we shine a light on the remarkable art community throughout Miami, especially since Art Basel is no longer taking place this year.” CityPlace Doral guests will have the opportunity to watch Valle painting the mural at the upscale shopping, dining and entertainment destination. CityPlace Doral has implemented a number of important policies and procedures to safeguard the health and well-being of its valued guests and employees. The open-air entertainment destination has taken into account the best practices recommended by national experts like the CDC, as well as state and local health care officials, to determine the appropriate steps to make CityPlace Doral a place where guests feel comfortable venturing back into public and reconnecting with friends and family. When: Beginning Wednesday, October 28 | 10 a.m. Where: CityPlace Doral 8300 NW 36th Street Doral, FL 33166 About CityPlace Doral: CityPlace Doral is an attractive leisure destination offering a collection of memorable dining, shopping, wellness and entertainment experiences. Featuring 250,000 square feet of retail space, CityPlace Doral is a master-planned, mixed-use development nestled in the dynamic employment center of Doral in the heart of Miami-Dade County. CityPlace Doral combines the vision of world-renowned architects, designers and artists creating the next crown jewel of prosperous dining, entertainment and upscale shopping in one of South Florida’s growing cities. CityPlace Doral includes more than 40 dining, shopping and entertainment destinations for all palettes and walks of life, and the property’s entertainment retail component is anchored by a roster of first-class tenants from all over the country. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Luis Valle

Miami-Dade County Auditorium will be hosting a new Drive-Through Theatre Experience mini contemporary dance performance on our outdoor stage this November. "brigid baker wholeproject" presents "Crown", a dance event. "Crown" (corona) is an initiation and a creation for solo dancer to the music of Arvo Part. The performance heralds in the Return of the Bird Tribes. We are the Pattern Beings, the Winged Ones, the Light Bearers. We are the reality of your perfect spirits, coming. A three and one-half billion-year creative process culminates in your awakening. The Bird Tribes whose seeds have lain dormant in human hearts for thousands of patient circlings of this earth around her star. In the whisper of the pines, in the call of the hawk, in a child’s sleepy yawn, the new world comes dawning. Image provided courtesy of brigid baker wholeproject “Crown” is the initiation for an evening’s piece, Return of the Bird Tribes. To ensure the health of our patrons, performers, and staff, Coronavirus (COVID‑19) safety measures will be in place. When arriving at the Auditorium, staff will guide you to a parking space in the lot behind our main building. Once parked, tune in to the corresponding FM Station on your radio for a front and center dance experience, all while remaining socially distanced and safe. Performance runtimes are approximately 15 minutes long and will repeat several times after the first presentation. Performances take place on Saturday, November 7 at 7:30, 8:00 & 8:30 pm. Tickets are free, but an RSVP is required to attend. As Miami-Dade County begins to reopen, the Auditorium will continue to provide diverse and affordable arts experiences for residents and visitors. Celebrate the arts and enjoy your favorite performers in a safe and secure outdoor setting as we transition over to a new normal of performing arts. Miami-Dade County Auditorium is managed by the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, with funding support from the office of the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council develop cultural excellence, diversity and participation throughout Miami-Dade County by strategically creating and promoting opportunities for artists and cultural organizations, and our residents and visitors who are their audiences. For more info, visit www.MiamiDadeCountyAuditorium.org. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Miami Dade County Auditorium

Through the recent approval of a new Rising Tide Car Wash location in Coral Springs, the City of Coral Springs, Mayor Scott Brook, Vice Mayor Joy Carter and Coral Springs Commissioners Shawn Cerra, Larry Vignola and Joshua Simmons have demonstrated that Coral Springs is an inclusive city, promoting a progressive environment supportive of individuals with autism. Rising Tide Car Wash, a groundbreaking social enterprise with a primary mission to employ adults with autism, already has two locations in Parkland and Margate. The addition of the Coral Springs location will make Broward County the national leader in the self-supported employment model for adults on the autism spectrum. Rising Tide brings an increased awareness to the community at large about the importance of employing individuals on the autism spectrum, and their capability to participate in and contribute to the community. The Coral Springs Commission recently approved the development of the Rising Tide Car Wash location at 10340 Royal Palm Boulevard, Coral Springs, FL 33065. The Coral Springs location will continue bringing inclusivity to the city, creating 25 more jobs, opportunity and a sense of pride for community members who are on the autism spectrum. The City’s Building Department has ensured that the location ― which conforms to all of the city’s codes ― will not impact surrounding neighbors. Rising Tide will not impede traffic, and adheres to Coral Springs’ sound requirements, producing less noise than the existing ambient noise. Rising Tide will install landscaping which will also significantly reduce any noise. There is no lighted building signage higher than the roofline that would be viewable to the surrounding homes. “The support that the City of Coral Springs Commission, Economic Development team and Building Development team have shown for us to build this new location showcases that Coral Springs is an inclusive community,” said John D’Eri, CEO of Rising Tide Car Wash. “This third Rising Tide location is an incredible step forward for Broward County, as it puts it in the national spotlight as the No. 1 self-supported employment ethos for adults on the autism spectrum. “Currently, unemployment among people with autism is approximately 85 percent, and at least 500,000 more individuals with autism will enter the workforce in the next decade,” he continued. “Rising Tide and the City of Coral Springs are changing the root cause of this unemployment: Society views autism as a disability, as opposed to a diversity.” With construction expected to begin in spring 2021 with the proper city building permits, the Coral Springs location is slated to open in late 2021 or early 2022. Rising Tide has design plans to present and work on with the City of Coral Springs. Built as a custom car wash from the ground up, the Coral Springs Rising Tide Car Wash will feature state-of-the-art equipment in a convenient location, set back from Royal Palm Boulevard and an access road. Its operating hours will be 8 a.m.–7 p.m. The Coral Springs Rising Tide Car Wash location is made possible through the incredible community support including the City of Coral Springs; the Coral Springs Commission; U.S. Congressman Ted Deutch; Parkland Vice Mayor Bob Mayersoh; former Parkland Vice Mayor David Rosenof; Margate Mayor Tommy Ruzzano and the Margate City Counsel; Dan Daley, Florida State Representative; Michael Alessandri, Executive Director of UM-NSU CARD; Dr. Sonja Clay, Broward County Public Schools Director of Exceptional Student Learning Supports, Secondary; Stacy Wolfe, Broward County Public Schools Transition Supervisor; Donna Bussiere, Director of Atlantis Academy Coral Springs; Patricia Giner, Director of LIFE Programs at Atlantis Academy; Krista M. Hadeed, MS, Utter Brilliance Speech Pathology; Carole Zangari, Ph.D., Executive Director, NSU CARD Satellite; Helene Fisher, Professor at Nova Southeastern University; Melody Erez, Acorn and Oak Therapy; Nathaniel Flynn, Job Coach at Atlantic Technical College; Laura Glorioso, Job Coach at Atlantic Technical College; Andrea Jacobs, Esq., Brodzki Jacobs Law Partner, Coral Springs; and Luke and Lynn Gardella Zenda. Rising Tide, a high-quality car wash, is one of the largest employers of people with autism in the U.S. Rising Tide and its consultants created an innovative model that breaks the car washing process into 46 distinct steps. Employees work in a mirror image of each other, and are able to thrive off the repetitive structure to produce extraordinary results. John D’Eri, and his son Thomas D’Eri, COO of Rising Tide Car Wash, co-founded Rising Tide Car Wash in 2013 to develop a scalable solution to employing individuals with autism. They were inspired to do this by watching John’s son and Thomas’ brother Andrew, a vibrant young man with autism, struggle to find his place in the world. Rising Tide Car Wash is one of the largest employers of people with autism in the U.S. Rising Tide has been honored with the U.S. Senate Small Business of the Week designation; The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD), Blind Services, and Vocational Rehabilitation’s Florida Exceptional Employers designation; Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation Leader in Adult Autism Award, Community Service Leadership Award from the International Carwash Association® (ICA), Employer of the Year by the Autism Society, Small Business of the Year by South Florida Business Connection, the Autism Society’s Adam Heavner Memorial Award for Employer of the Year, TEDxCoconutGrove’s Hope Prize, and more. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Rising Tide Car Wash.