Summer in Miami is heating up, but the Miami Design District offers a cool escape—especially when it comes to dining. Plan a long, leisurely lunch, stop in for a casual coffee, or book a destination-worthy dinner. With seasonal menus, open-air seating, and beautifully designed spaces, these restaurants make it easy to savor the best of the season.   ZZ’S CLUB MIAMI Spend summer lunch in the lush courtyard of ZZ’s Club Miami, Major Food Group’s private members club that features interior design from the renowned Ken Fulk and offers its exclusive community the pinnacle of luxury, a personalized style of hospitality, and the highest caliber of cuisine. From 12 PM to 3 PM, the club opens its doors to the public with a perfect summer dining menu featuring Chirashi Bowls, Bento Boxes, Wagyu Sandos, and more, all crafted for a relaxed yet elevated experience. This alfresco offering, paired with ZZ’s signature hospitality, bright interiors, and outdoor seating, makes it a glamorous destination for summer dining. CONTESSA MIAMI Inspired by the old world sophistication of Northern Italy’s villas and estates, this Major Food Group restaurant blends timeless tradition with modern touches in the Miami Design District. With high-gloss teak woodwork detailing that echoes traditional Italian Riva boat design, the two-story restaurant transports guests to Lake Como circa 1960. With marble floors, a grand staircase, and richly detailed interiors, the setting is as refined as the menu, which features house-made pastas, fine meats, signature pizzas, and an in-house gelato program. From lunch and Aperitivo to dinner, Contessa offers a distinctly elevated take on Northern Italian dining, whether enjoying alfresco dining on the patio or a cool indoor dining room, it’s a great spot for summer dining.  PURA VIDA MIAMI Pura Vida Miami stands as South Florida’s premier wellness lifestyle brand and has been transforming the way people eat since its establishment in 2012 by Founder Omer Horev. In the heart of the Miami Design District, Pura Vida Miami has become a beacon of health-conscious living, offering a diverse menu of nutritious and delectable dishes. Omer and Jennifer Horev, the husband-wife duo behind the brand, have meticulously curated a menu that harmonizes nutritious and indulgent offerings. From acai bowls to superfood smoothies and clean chef-driven salads, each dish is a celebration of high-quality ingredients, perfect for refreshing, light summer dining.  MANDOLIN AEGEAN BISTRO A MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022 Prize Winner, Mandolin Aegean Bistro is the place to enjoy simple, rustic, and authentic dishes inspired by the villages of Greece and Turkey. The menu features seasonal ingredients, freshly caught fish of the day, as well as plenty of vegetarian options. For a memorable dining experience, the garden terrace provides a serene and transportive setting, perfect for lingering over a long meal and enjoying the beauty of a summer meal with friends.                                                                                                    LE JARDINIER Le Jardinier is a casually sophisticated, vegetable-forward restaurant created by longtime Joël Robuchon protégé, Alain Verzeroli, who serves as Culinary Director. The menu focuses on the use of the highest quality local vegetables, seasonal ingredients, and fresh herbs, some harvested from an on-site garden, complemented by wild and sustainable fish, meat, and poultry. With its light, seasonal menu and expansive open-air dining area, Le Jardinier is an ideal summer destination for fresh, elegant dining in the Miami Design District. MICHAEL’S GENUINE FOOD & DRINK  A neighborhood institution and MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022 Prize winner, Michael's Genuine is a restaurant that locals and visitors alike may even consider their home away from home—where they can share a beautiful meal with friends and enjoy seasonal foods and warm hospitality. Recently, the iconic Miami eatery underwent enhancements to elevate its decor, reinvent its kitchen space, and expand its indoor and outdoor dining room to face 40th Street. With a bright, modernized space, airy outdoor seating, and a welcoming atmosphere, Michael’s Genuine is a go-to spot for relaxed summer dining in the Design District. NAMI NORI  Nami Nori is a Japanese restaurant specializing in open-style hand rolls. Inspired by modern beach houses and traditional Japanese residences, its bright and airy dining room and patio make it an ideal spot for light, refreshing summer dining. Chefs Sakaeda and Lee serve open-style temaki and Japanese-inspired snacks, perfect for a warm day in the Miami Design District. Upstairs, Matsuyoi offers a seasonally rotating, multi-course menu in an intimate setting, with luxurious ingredients, fresh wasabi, and a cocktail program highlighting Japanese spirits. EL TURCO A recent addition to the Miami Design District, El Turco is a Turkish restaurant celebrating time-honored recipes and warm hospitality. Founded by Nurdan and Gokhan Yuzbasioglu, this four-time Michelin-awarded spot brings the heart of Türkiye to the Magic City. Its menu is rooted in rich tradition, with dishes inspired by the flavors and culture of the Turkish table. Guests can enjoy a welcoming atmosphere and a culinary experience that honors heritage, connection, and authentic taste. L’ATELIER DE JOËL ROBUCHON L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon is a modern French restaurant located in the heart of the Miami Design District. Opened in August 2019, the two Michelin-starred restaurant features a 34-seat dining counter that faces an open kitchen, creating an interactive and immersive culinary experience. Led by Culinary Director Christophe Bellanca, a longtime protégé of Joël Robuchon, the menu showcases iconic L’Atelier dishes alongside seasonal creations that honor the legendary chef’s legacy while introducing fresh innovations. Guests can choose from à la carte options or several tasting menus, each crafted with precision and elegance.   By ML Staff. Images courtesy of each featured venue in this story.

Redefining the modern sporty-chic watch since 2018, the Polaris collection has been conceived for everyday adventures. In 2025, Jaeger-LeCoultre enriches the collection with a Polaris Chronograph featuring a new dial in the Maison’s signature Ocean grey lacquer. KEY FACTS: A complex dial: 35 layers of lacquer, enriched with 3 different finishes In-house movement: Calibre 761 with an integrated chronograph mechanism Versatile style:  2 interchangeable straps WHEN ELEGANCE MEETS ADVENTURE Deftly balancing the robust capabilities and practical functions of a sporty watch with Jaeger-LeCoultre’s signature elegance, the Polaris line pays direct homage to the Maison’s emblematic diving watches of the 1960s, capturing their sporting spirit and reinterpreting their vintage appeal in elegant and confidently contemporary style.  With the versatility of both a casually elegant everyday timepiece and a high-performing sports watch, the Polaris Chronograph is designed for optimal comfort on the wrist. Well-balanced and highly wearable, its 42mm steel case features the key Polaris design codes: taut lines, sharply curving lugs, a thin bezel, a glass-box crystal, and an eye-catching mix of brushed and polished surfaces. The large crown – a signature of the 1960s model that inspired the contemporary Polaris line – and robust pushers are designed for better grip and ease of use. OCEAN GREY LACQUER ADDS FRESH ALLURE TO THE SPORTY DIAL Anchored by the clean, modern lines of the case, the new ocean grey dial is bold and visually striking, thanks to the richness of the lacquer and the contrast of bright orange details that speak to the chronograph’s sportier side. Complex in construction, the dial is composed of a central disc, a middle ring, to which the hour markers are applied, and an outer ring that is marked with the tachymeter scale. Sunray brushing on the central disc creates a subtle contrast with the smooth gloss of the hours ring; on both sections, the colour of the lacquer is graduated from light to dark, adding great visual depth to the dials.  The lacquering of the dial components is a lengthy and exacting process, with each layer of coating being applied manually. It begins with the application of a clear coat of varnish, followed by four layers of colour. Then a layer of black is applied to create the gradient effect. The challenge lies in controlling both the shade and the gradient, so that the two main sections of the dial match each other. This is followed by 30 coats of translucent lacquer, to add depth and richness.  The layout of the Polaris Chronograph dial is timeless and intuitive to read, featuring a central chronograph seconds hand to enable more precise reading of this key measurement. Balanced by the 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock, the sub-dial at 9 o’clock animates the dial with a running seconds display. The circular graining of these sub-dials adds more visual interest, contrasting with the glossy central dial and the textured finish of the hours ring. Orange accents draw the eye to the key indications and add dynamism to the overall composition. In keeping with the contemporary Polaris design codes, skeletonised hands allow greater visibility of the indications and bold trapezoid-shaped indexes balance the fine detail of the chronograph displays. Luminescent coating on the indexes, numerals and the tips of the hands enhances legibility in all light conditions – an essential attribute for an adventure watch. HARNESSING A LEGACY OF WATCHMAKING EXCELLENCE The sapphire crystal case-back reveals the automatic movement, Calibre 761 – a quintessential example of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s approach to watchmaking that combines high performance with mechanical elegance. Powered by twin barrels, the fully integrated chronograph movement features a column-wheel chronograph mechanism with vertical clutch and offers a 65-hour power reserve. The fine finishing includes blued screws and Côtes de Genève decoration on the baseplate as well as on the signature open-worked winding rotor bearing the ‘JL’ motif. The movement was designed, produced and assembled by Jaeger-LeCoultre at its Manufacture in Switzerland’s Vallée de Joux.  Underlining its versatile and sporty spirit, the Ocean Grey Polaris Chronograph is presented with two interchangeable straps – one in blue-grey canvas and one in textured black rubber – enabling a change in style and attitude in a matter of moments. TECHNICAL DETAILS POLARIS CHRONOGRAPH OCEAN GREY Case: Steel Dimensions: diameter 42 mm; thickness 13.39 mm Calibre: Automatic Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 761 Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds; chronograph with 30-minute counter, central seconds indication and tachymeter Power Reserve: 65 hours Dial: Ocean grey lacquer Strap: Black rubber and additional blue grey canvas strap; interchangeable folding buckle Water resistance: 10 bar Reference: Q9028651 ML Staff. Courtesy of Jaeger‑LeCoultre

Louis Vuitton has introduced the LV BUTTERSOFT Sneaker, a new footwear model designed by Men’s Creative Director Pharrell Williams. The sneaker is part of the brand’s Fall-Winter 2025 Men’s Collection and reflects Williams’ ongoing exploration of the intersection between streetwear and classic dandyism. The LV BUTTERSOFT Sneaker is available in 24 variations and is crafted from soft leather, which inspired its name. Designs include a broad range of color options, from dark tones to light pastels, with select styles featuring the Louis Vuitton Monogram. Each pair includes an LV logo on the upper and a silhouette of Williams’ face—labeled the "Phriendship" mark—on the tongue. British actor and Louis Vuitton ambassador Callum Turner features in the campaign, which presents the sneaker in a series of promotional portraits. The LV BUTTERSOFT Sneaker is currently available for pre-order through louisvuitton.com and the Louis Vuitton app. The official in-store release is scheduled for July 10, 2025. By ML Staff. Photos/LV

‘Plant your own garden… don’t wait for someone to bring you flowers’ — so goes a maxim widely attributed to the Argentinian writer Jorge Luis Borges. Its message resonates twofold with Borges’s compatriot, the businessman and art collector Eduardo F. Costantini. Clockwise from left: Founder Eduardo F. Costantini stands in front of Malba—Puertos, Escobar, Argentina. Exhibition view of Florencia Sadir, Yendo por dentro del agua, he llegado muerta de sed, 2025. Marcela Sinclair, Nave, 2022, part of the museum’s Public Art Circuit. Exhibition view of Florencia Sadir, Yendo por dentro del agua, he llegado muerta de sed, 2025. Images courtesy of Malba On a metaphoric level, it advocates proactivity and drive: qualities that Costantini, 78, has shown throughout his career. On a literal level, a garden of alder trees is an important feature of Malba—Puertos , the lakeside museum he opened last year 50 kilometres northwest of Buenos Aires. ‘This is a different proposition from the sort of museum you find in a city,’ Costantini says. ‘Different from the original Malba… It is in touch with nature [and] involves a more intense interaction with visitors.’ Exterior views of Malba—Puertos, designed by Juan Herreros. The award-winning Spanish architect sought to create ‘a museum without limits or hierarchy’. Images courtesy of Malba To explain: Costantini has been collecting Latin American art for several decades and in 2001 founded the Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (Malba) in the heart of Argentina’s capital. It received 470,000 visitors in 2024, making it the second-most popular museum in the country (after the National Museum of Fine Arts). Its popularity can be explained in large part by a magnificent permanent collection, featuring works by the likes of Frida Kahlo , Diego Rivera , Wifredo Lam and Fernando Botero. Not to mention Abaporu by Tarsila do Amaral, considered by many to be the greatest ever painting by a Brazilian artist. For years, Costantini toyed with the idea of expanding Malba. However, he decided in the end to open a new museum entirely, in the tranquil district of Escobar: Malba—Puertos. To some extent, this was influenced by the COVID pandemic during which many people left cities — suggesting ‘a need to decentralise cultural offerings,’ Costantini says. A larger motivation was the need for storage space to house the 700-plus works in Malba’s ever-growing collection. Costantini is a renowned real estate developer — with interests stretching from Uruguay to Miami — and for the past decade and a half he has been developing a residential community in Escobar called Puertos, currently home to 4,000 inhabitants. Visitors walk amongst the alders of the Sala del Bosque (Woodland Hall), inhabited by a new artist every six months Florencia Sadir’s works inspired by the ancestral technologies of the Calchaquí Valley are on view in the Sala through 31 August 2025. Images courtesy of Malba ‘I hit upon the idea of having [the storage facility] in Puertos,’ he says. ‘But then I thought: Why don’t we have an exhibition hall too? And from there, after some elaboration, Malba—Puertos was born’. That elaboration included a personal investment of $10 million, as well as the input of Juan Herreros, the award-winning Spanish architect whose CV includes designing the Munch Museum in Oslo (2021). The end result, in Herreros’s words, is ‘a museum without limits or hierarchy’. Transparency and openness Malba—Puertos has no front door and no prescribed route with a start point and end point. It consists instead of a 1,200 square-metre translucent roof, beneath which are three indoor pavilions (notable for their tall glass windows) and an open plaza. One pavilion is used for temporary exhibitions: its current show pairs work by the enigmatic 20th-century master Xul Solar with that by contemporary artist and fellow Argentinian Daniel Leber. A second pavilion houses a temporary exhibition by Ivana Vollaro, Reservados , as well as the aforementioned storage unit, where works from Malba’s collection are racked, and where visitors can occasionally catch a conservator at work. Left: Exhibition view of Ensayos naturales (I) by Mondongo and Luis Ouvrard, curated by Alejandra Aguado, 22 September - 8 December 2024, Malba—Puertos. Right: Marcela Sinclair, Nave, 2022, on the museum’s Public Art Circuit. Images courtesy of Malba The other pavilion is home to a permanent sculptural installation by Gabriel Chaile, which Costantini purchased after seeing it at 2022’s Venice Biennale. It features five massive anthropomorphic pots, each one made from clay and representing a different member of the artist’s family. To walk between the pavilions, visitors pass through the plaza: a communal area that boasts a lovely view of Escobar Lake to the west, as well as a café and a space for hosting music, performance and dance events. ‘There’s a real sense of transparency and openness, one you don’t associate with traditional museums,’ Costantini says. The openness extends to ticket pricing: entry to Malba—Puertos is free. Some 200,000 people have visited in its opening nine months, an impressive figure given the museum’s relative remoteness. (Though there are plans to introduce a bus route, it’s currently only accessible by car to those from outside Puertos.) Nicolás Robbio’s Loop (2023) is part of the museum’s Public Art Circuit, which runs throughout the city of Puertos, in harmony with the two-hundred-hectare Lake Escobar and the Nature Reserve on the Luján River. Image courtesy of Malba The museum is proving popular with children, on trips with their family or school. Costantini takes pride in this, as well as the fact that three quarters of Malba—Puertos’s visitors say they have never been to its sister venue in Buenos Aires. ‘The museum has already developed its own identity,’ he says, ‘and I think that’s important. If you create a strongly defined cultural offering, you’ll get a response. People feel at home at Malba—Puertos; they enjoy its friendly atmosphere.’ The typically sunny weather in this part of the world helps. Visitors can even lie back and catch some rays on a set of deckchairs by the lake. Technically, this is an art installation called Moda Playera by Daniel Basso, but the experience is no less comfortable for that. This is one of 23 art works placed in the open air around Puertos, comprising what’s known as the museum’s Public Art Circuit. ‘Museums in the 21st century, increasingly, are interdisciplinary spaces,’ Costantini says. ‘They host new forms of exhibition, where the visitor is an active participant. We created Malba—Puertos in keeping with that [trend].’ A museum with its own identity As for the garden of alders, it’s located just north of the museum plaza. Planted shortly before the museum opened, the trees have now grown so many metres high that they provide de facto walls for what is essentially a fourth pavilion. Visitors outside Malba—Puertos A sculptural installation by Gabriel Chaile features massive anthropomorphic clay pots, each one representing a different member of the artist’s family. Images courtesy of Malba Named the Sala del Bosque (Woodland Hall), this space is given over to a single artist every six months to make their own. Right now it’s the turn of Florencia Sadir, whose works — including a net sculpture that catches drops of water on a rainy day — are inspired by the ancestral technologies used in her home region of Calchaquí Valley in northwest Argentina. Where Malba shows work predominantly from the 20th century, Malba—Puertos platforms artists who, by and large, are all active today. The two museums reflect Costantini’s dual interests in modern masters and contemporary practitioners. Herreros describes the new venue as a ‘porous and democratic’ space, where ‘exterior mixes with interior’. Anyone who truly wants to experience the exterior can take a walk through Puertos’s nature reserve. Located on the banks of the Luján River, a short car ride from the museum plaza, the reserve has a six-mile trail where works from the Public Art Circuit can be found amidst spiders, butterflies and a few herons. When Malba opened in 2001, Costantini donated his entire art collection to the museum. Since then, Malba has been run by a foundation (of which he is honorary president) and augmented its holdings through an acquisitions committee. Costantini has also rebuilt his personal collection — and placed it at the disposal of the two museums. A recent edition of Festival no Convencional, held at Malba—Puertos, 2025. This festival presents music, dance performance and film ‘in unusual formats and unusual locations’. Photo by Carlos Furman. Image courtesy of Malba I meet him shortly before the opening of Latinoamericano , an exhibition of 170 works from his and Malba’s collections at the National Museum of Qatar — the largest ever show of Latin American art in the Middle East and North Africa region. One picture staying in Buenos Aires is Abaporu , which depicts a distorted figure sitting by a giant cactus beneath a sunny sky. Costantini acquired it at Christie’s in New York in 1995, seeing off stiff competition from bidders from Brazil. So important is the painting to that nation’s cultural identity that on the occasions it has been loaned there — for an exhibition coinciding with the Olympic games in Rio de Janeiro in 2016, for example — the Brazilian president issues a special air force plane to transport it. Most loan requests are more straightforward, and they come almost daily — in such high esteem are the Costantini and Malba collections held. In the next 12 months, works by Kahlo and Lam will go to major exhibitions at Tate Modern and MoMA respectively. A champion of Latin American art Costantini was born in Buenos Aires in 1946, and his penchant for business manifested itself early. As a boy, he used to pick fruits and nuts from trees and sell them to a local ice cream maker. He made his first artistic purchase in his early twenties, after spotting a portrait by Antonio Berni in the window of a commercial gallery. He didn’t have the funds to buy that specific work but managed to pay for a still life each by two lesser-known artists instead. ‘No one in my family collected,’ he says, ‘and that day an emotion awoke inside me, which never stopped. I found I couldn’t stay away from art thereafter.’ (For the record, Berni — an Argentinian artist renowned for having tackled social issues — is represented by 11 works in Malba’s collection today.) Exhibition view of Florencia Sadir, Yendo por dentro del agua, he llegado muerta de sed , 2025. Image courtesy of Malba Costantini has played a key role in raising the status and appreciation of Latin American artists globally. He is also one of a handful of figures credited with having established the category of Latin American art in the first place. In the 1980s, he started buying work from across the region, where before — broadly speaking — Argentinian collectors had tended to acquire Argentinian works, Mexican collectors Mexican works, and so on. In artistic terms, there had been little sense of a shared continental identity, even in academia or museums. Fast forward to 2025, and the ever-busy Costantini has no time to sit and relax in one of Basso’s deckchairs. Aside from his business ventures, he still collects art. He is also involved in a rehang of Malba’s permanent collection, planned to mark the museum’s 25th anniversary next year. Looking further ahead, he is preparing for a time when he’s no longer around to lead the museums he founded. Costantini is setting up an endowment meant to last a decade or two, after which he wants them to be operationally and financially independent of him and his family — broadly following the model of US institutions that began life as single-owner collections, such as the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. ‘If you create a cultural organisation, you need to think long term,’ Costantini says. ‘I’m not looking a few years into the future, I’m looking 100 years into it.’ For more information on Malba—Puertos, visit malbapuertos.org.ar . ML Staff. Content/image courtesy of Christies. Click here for the latest Christies auctions

As sustainability takes centre stage, local startups are leading the way with innovative products and services. The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG) and Rosewood Foundation have partnered for the second year to launch the “Rosewood Foundation Entrepreneurship Award 2025” , with the Award Ceremony held today (9 June). Five winning startups were recognised for their innovative business solutions – a biodegradable silica cleaning capsule, a vision-based AI-powered analytics platform, an innovative upcycled beverage company, a 3D food printing system and an automated cocktail mixing machine. The Award provides young people aged 18 to 35 with various forms of entrepreneurial support, including business matching, industry networking and presentation coaching. The winning startups also receive HK$100,000 scale-up funding each to expand their operations, along with the opportunity to collaborate commercially with the Rosewood Hotel Group. At the Ceremony, Guest of Honour the Hon. Kenneth Leung Yuk-wai , Vice-Chairman of the Youth Development Commission and Member of the Legislative Council of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, joined Mehvesh Mumtaz Ahmed , Rosewood Foundation Board of Director and Rosewood Hotel Group Global Vice President of Impact and Sustainability, and Hsu Siu-man , HKFYG Executive Director, in engaging with young entrepreneurs and learning about their innovative business solutions. Members of the winning teams also shared their journeys, hoping to inspire more young peers to pursue their dreams with the same passion for developing innovative solutions in driving sustainability. Hsu Siu-man, HKFYG Executive Director, said, “The HKFYG Social Innovation and Youth Business Unit has been supporting young people in discovering new business opportunities and developing entrepreneurial mindsets. As creative and innovative minds, young entrepreneurs are driving forces of social change, bringing and finding new solutions for sustainable development.” She extended her gratitude to Rosewood Foundation for its generous support, as well as the panel of judges, professional mentors, 35 supporting organisations and tertiary institutions for their valuable contributions. “In a world where sustainability is more important than ever, innovation serves as the catalyst for transformative change”, said Mehvesh Mumtaz Ahmed, Rosewood Foundation Board of Director and Rosewood Hotel Group Global Vice President of Impact and Sustainability. “Rosewood Foundation is committed to inspiring, empowering and celebrating entrepreneurs who are dedicated to making a positive impact. By connecting them with essential funding and mentorship, we help enable them to grow and thrive. We’re proud to contribute to this ecosystem, fostering a culture of responsibility and creativity that paves the way for a brighter, more sustainable future.” For details, please visit the HKFYG Social Innovation and Youth Business Unit’s website: sic.hkfyg.org.hk . About The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG) was founded in 1960 and is now the city’s largest youth service organisation. For the past six and a half decades, it has been committed to serving the youth of Hong Kong by providing a variety of services, activities and programmes, which have an annual attendance of nearly six million. We encourage youth to reach their fullest potential, and with community support, we now have over 90 service units. We also have 12 core services, which include the Youth S.P.O.Ts, M21 Multimedia Services, Employment Services, Youth at Risk Services, Counselling Services, Parenting Services, Leadership Training, Volunteer Services, Education Services, Creativity Education and Youth Exchange, Leisure, Cultural and Sports Services, and Research and Publications. Our aim is to motivate young people to grow into responsible and dutiful citizens and we now have over 260,000 registered volunteers and over 450,000 registered members. We believe that our motto HKFYG • Here for You reaffirms our commitment and dedication to the young people of Hong Kong. For more details, please visit hkfyg.org.hk The five winning teams of the “Rosewood Foundation Entrepreneurship Award 2025” Environmental Sustainability Guardian Limited Co-founders: Steven Cheng, Derek Cheng, Malvin Lo ESGuardian stands at the forefront of sustainable innovation, pioneering silica capsule technology to transform everyday hygiene products. Its breakthrough approach uses a porous silica matrix to encapsulate active ingredients, enabling precise, water-activated release that enhances performance while reducing excess fillers, packaging, and preservatives, therefore lowering the carbon footprint of personal care products. Originating from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, this technology reduces product volume by 90% throughout the product lifecycle, from production to disposal. Each 15-gram capsule replaces a 500ml plastic bottle of hand soap, while simultaneously maintaining a 99% pathogen reduction rate and safely degrading into natural sand particles after use. MotoNerv Limited Co-founders: Forte Fung, Pluto Mok Unlock the power of video with MotoNerv’s Video-Understanding AI technology, which meticulously analyses video content frame by frame, delivering transformative solutions for enterprises, institutions and even urban environments. Its platform automates labour-intensive tasks, uncovers hidden patterns, and provides critical insights previously out of reach, significantly reducing time and costs. Beyond efficiency, MotoNerv drives the evolution of smart cities by optimising daily operations, sharpening decision-making, and enhancing experiences in industries like hospitality. Sodaz Limited Co-founders: Aaron Pang, Alex Pang Sodaz is a next-generation beverage company redefining sustainability and wellness through innovation. It upcycles imperfect and surplus fruits—often discarded due to appearance—into healthy, functional beverages through its proprietary extraction technology. Its mission is to eliminate waste, elevate taste, and enhance wellbeing. By transforming fruit pulps, peel, and even seeds into delicious teas, sparkling drinks, and cocktail infusions, it gives every part of the fruit a second life—while retaining its nutritional value. Recently, Sodaz has collaborated with local farmers to revolutionise beverage manufacturing by upcycling surplus fruits into new drinks. Using “chicken heart” wampee, it transforms the natural sour taste into a thick, sweet blend, bringing a rare flavour to the market while helping to reduce food waste. Elevatefoods Technology Limited Co-founders: Lee Kong Wai Connie, Chan Yee Him Timothy, Xu Yang Elevatefoods transforms personalised nutrition and digitally optimises food through its patented smart 3D food printing and nano-cooking technology. It created a commercially feasible integrated smart 3D food fabrication solution that revolutionises the preparation, cooking, and consumption of personalised foods, offering ready-to-eat edible products with distinctive design, texture, sensory, and nutritional profiles. The solutions are targeted at the F&B and clinical nutrition industries, including individuals with specific dietary requirements such as seniors with swallowing disorders, patients with diabetes, children and athletes. Its cutting-edge ecosystem facilitates rapid and precise food and nutrition fabrication. Key technologies involve a real-time print and cook system alongside an AI-powered digital food design platform providing customised recipe recommendations. Committed to minimising food waste through on-demand fabrication and repurposing food by-products, Elevatefoods champions sustainability by conducting educational STEM workshops and training programmes in collaboration with schools and businesses. XOXO Beverages Limited Co-founders: Ricky Chan Ka Lok, Peter Yau Sin Tak XOXO Beverages was founded in Hong Kong in 2021, bringing together teams from multiple universities. Through smart technology, it offers efficient beverage preparation solutions, delivering a novel cocktail experience for guests. Its system, equipped with high-precision control devices, reduces raw material waste by 30% and integrates AI inventory prediction to significantly cut excess stock. Its proprietary "Flavour Analysis Dashboard" instantly analyses customer preferences, automatically adjusting drink proportions and providing inventory replenishment suggestions, while saving operational costs and supporting sustainable environmental goals. ML Staff. Courtesy of Rosewood Hotel Group

Presidente Bar, one of Latin America’s most celebrated cocktail institutions, has officially opened its first U.S. location in the heart of Wynwood at 146 NW 28th Street, Miami. Originally founded in 2017 in Buenos Aires, the bar earned international recognition with a #21 spot on The World’s 50 Best Bars list and a reputation for exceptional cocktails, immersive design, and vibrant atmosphere. Co-Founder and Creative Director Sebastián “Seba” García—named one of the Top 100 Most Influential Figures in the Cocktail Industry—brings the spirit of Buenos Aires to Miami with a concept built around storytelling, craftsmanship, and high-level hospitality. García is joined by Sir Christian Delpech, a Buenos Aires native and 19-time world champion in flair bartending, to lead the new flagship's beverage program. The Miami location continues the brand’s legacy with a design that merges lush greenery, gold accents, and sculptural lighting with handcrafted details imported from Argentina. A large mural by Argentine artist Martín Ron adds to the cinematic feel of the space, which accommodates 160 seated guests and up to 90 standing across two main areas: a 100-seat main bar and a hidden room called La Biblioteca. Behind velvet curtains, La Biblioteca offers a more intimate experience with rare spirits, mirrored floors, soaring bookshelves, and an ambiance inspired by classic intellectual salons. Every bottle is curated with intention, appealing to connoisseurs and cocktail lovers alike. The cocktail menu highlights Latin American ingredients and creative techniques, with standout drinks like the Un Beso Más (Woodford Rye, Cynar, Cocchi di Torino, Tempus Fugit Cacao), Patagonia Fix (Grey Goose, St. Germain, mint, lime, berries), and the spicy Daiquiriña made with Leblon cachaça and chile syrup. A refined food menu by Executive Chef Kevin Acosta includes dishes like Kale & Spinach Fritters, Wagyu Sliders, Patagonian Pink Risotto, and a 14oz Ribeye with truffle focaccia soufflé. Presidente Bar Miami is open Wednesday through Sunday from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m. Reservations are available via OpenTable or by calling 305-987-1267. For more, visit presidentebar.com or follow @ presidentebar.miami on Instagram.  By ML Staff. Photos courtesy of Presidente Bar

Developer   280 E Palmetto Park Road, LLC is pleased to announce that it has listed residence 81, a premier offering within Glass House Boca Raton, an intimate development of only 28 residences. Boasting 3,540 square feet of interior space and a 471-square-foot private terrace, the residence is listed for $6.257 million.    Douglas Elliman Development Marketing is the exclusive sales and marketing team for the luxury nine-story residential development, which is the first modern glass building in the heart of downtown Boca Raton. Located at 280 E Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, FL 33432, the development, boasting luxury amenities on the 10th level, is slated for completion in summer 2027.    Residence 81, a smart-home ready residence, features an open concept layout, ideal for entertaining. With soaring 9’1” ceilings, it offers four bedrooms and four and one-half bathrooms, as well as an expansive private terrace. Solid core wood doors to the entry of living areas and bedrooms include a smart locking system. Interior doors are painted solid wood.    The gourmet kitchen entices with European cabinetry, engineered stone countertops, backsplash, island, and state-of-the-art appliance package, including an induction cooktop, speed oven, vacuum-seal drawer, and a wine cooler. Within the primary suite, residents enjoy a spa-inspired bathroom with dual-sink vanities, medicine cabinets, and a spacious walk-in closet.   The finest beaches, Brightline’s new Boca Raton station, restaurants, shopping and more are within close proximity.    Glass House Boca Raton, a pet-friendly development, beckons with a premier rooftop pool oasis with stunning ocean, Intracoastal, and golf course views. The rooftop includes a private pool, Jacuzzi, private cabanas, outdoor catering kitchen with barbecue, fire pit lounge and lush landscaping. Additional amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center with a recovery and stretching room, sauna, steam room, snow shower, and experience shower, located on the first floor. Also on the first floor is a residents-only “Palmetto Lounge,” which offers demitasse and a tranquil space to meet privately.   “The sprawling residence 81 at Glass House Boca Raton is a standout residence within a limited collection,” said Noam Ziv, partner and CEO of 280 E Palmetto Park Road, LLC. “Embodying the utmost in luxury, this residence presents a wonderful opportunity to live an elegant lifestyle in the heart of upscale Boca Raton.”   With a monitored entry, Glass House Boca Raton features two levels of EV charger-ready underground parking, with two parking spaces for every residence, including a limited number of private two-car garages, and air-conditioned storage.    In addition, Glass House Boca Raton offers residents complimentary annual memberships (subject to availability) at emergency medical concierge, Sollis Health, subject to availability.  Glass House Boca Raton’s team of local visionaries includes renowned West Palm Beach architecture firm garciastromberg, and Kaufman Lynn Construction, the general contractor for the project. With two- to four-bedroom residences ranging from 2,504 square feet to 3,865 square feet, Glass House Boca Raton’s pricing is from $2.2 million to more than $7 million. Prospective buyers are invited to schedule a private presentation at the Glass House sales gallery, located at 221 E Palmetto Park Road, or call 561-232-2644 for more information. By ML Staff. Courtesy of Developer   280 E Palmetto Park Road, LLC. Renderings by wearevisuals

No passport? No problem. This summer, taste buds can travel across Europe with  Catch & Cut’s   Taste of Europe  summer tasting menu, an epicurean experience inspired by the artistry of European dining. Guests can curb their continental cravings with this limited-time experience that brings the flavors of France, Italy, Spain and beyond to plates in South Florida.   Inspired by the continent’s most delicious destinations, Catch & Cut’s Taste of Europe summer tasting menu is available in the main dining room downstairs Sunday through Thursday from 4 to 10 p.m. from July 1 through Sept. 30 for $149 per person. Reservations are required, and all guests at the table must participate in the Taste of Europe menu.   Helmed by Managing Partner and Executive Chef André Bienvenu, Catch & Cut is recognized for its fresh seafood, sushi and USDA Prime Steaks from Allen Brothers.  Chef Bienvenu combines innovation and tradition to craft dishes that excite the palate and highlight his culinary expertise.  Each dish is meticulously crafted with passion and precision, ensuring a culinary journey that delights the senses and leaves a lasting impression.   Certified Sommeliers Stephan Cole and Natina Rocchio hand-select Catch & Cut’s extensive selection of crisp champagnes and fine wines.   The six-course Taste of Europe summer tasting menu includes:   Course One:   Cold Water Oysters  – Atlantic Oysters with shaved daikon, scallions, black caviar and yuzu ponzu-physis paired with Crémant de Loire, Maison Bodet-Herold 'Physis', Loire, France Course Two:  Avocado Sphere – Avocado sphere with jumbo lump crab, spicy mustard, red masago and green salmon eggs paired with Viognier, Maison Les Alexandrins, Tain L'Hermitage, France Course Three:   Branzino  – Pan Seared with heirloom tomatoes, chardonnay sea salt, fried arugula and charred lemon paired with Soave, Pieropan 'Calvarino', Veneto, Italy Course Four :  Duroc Pork Chop  – Brined with bourbon cherry jam and fried onion paired with Blend, Familia Torres 'Purgatory', Costers del Segre, Spain Course Five:  Catch & Cut New York Strip – Allen Brothers New York Strip served with roasted onion powder popcorn, pepper oak bacon and Danish blue cheese foam paired with Blend, Poggio al Tesoro 'Il Seggio', Toscana, Italy Course Six : Cocktail Delight – Trifle of summer berries with Chantilly Sabayon   Guests can also order from Catch & Cut’s indulgent cocktail menu, curated by Beverage Manager Joe Vesey, which complements the culinary creations.   Reservations are required for the Taste of Europe summer tasting menu. For more details, visit  www.catchandcut.com  and to make reservations, visit OpenTable. Valet parking is available Monday through Saturday, from 5 p.m. to close, and Sunday, from noon to close. By ML Staff. Courtesy of Catch & Cut

We’re excited to unveil the latest edition of Miami Living —our annual Swim Issue —celebrating heat, style, and the unapologetic energy of swimwear fashion. Dive into bold debuts, iconic comebacks, and the visionary designers redefining the future of swimwear. Full details below! We’ve also packed this issue with what’s new in design, fashion, wellness, real estate, several exclusive interviews and travel. HOME DESIGN This season, home design embraces a more purposeful, architectural tone. Poliform ’s Senzafine  is a beautifully engineered modular wardrobe system that divides rooms, organizes your life, and elevates your home with minimalist elegance. Meanwhile, Armani/Casa  invites serenity into the home with its Graphic Elements 3  wall coverings. Inspired by Japanese origami, lacquerware, and nature.   Poliform’s Senzafine wardrobe system, Photo/Poliform HAUTE COUTURE FASHION In Paris, Dior ’s Maria Grazia Chiuri reveals a quiet Autumn-Winter 2025/26 revolution with pleated skirts and robe-like coats. Across town, Balenciaga ’s Fall Couture show by Demna  delivers striking brutalist designs. Meanwhile in London, Kurt Geiger  warms things up with a Fall/Winter campaign starring Emily Ratajkowski . Dior’s Autumn-Winter 2025/26 Collection, Photo/Dior Emily Ratajkowski stuns in Kurt Geiger's bold Fall/Winter campaign, Photo/Kurt Geiger SWIM ISSUE 2025 Our special Miami Swim Guide  goes beyond the runway — it captures unforgettable moments.  Aqua Intima  made an unforgettable debut rooted in passion and empowerment. Aventura Swimwear  stunned with a show that was anything but ordinary. HartiSWIM  brought British pop art energy, while Leslie Amon 's After the Sun  collection celebrated golden hours and barefoot beauty. Luli Fama  proved why it’s the gold standard in bold Latin-inspired swimwear, and Malvada  Swimwear’s debut radiated Brazilian flair with bold, fierce silhouettes.   Emerging label Montage Swimwear  turned heads with 12 new capsule collections, while Omni Beach Life  captured the spirit of Brazil’s beaches. Oh Polly  delivered inclusivity with boldness, Wealthywet  reminded us that luxury takes its time, and across every runway, Miami proved why it’s the epicenter of swimwear fashion. Miami Living Magazine's Annual Swim Guide. Photo/Depositphotos FITNESS & WELLNESS We bring you Coolibar ’s UPF 50+ Hat Collection —blocking 98% of UVA/UVB rays with proven performance and style. Over at Saks Bal Harbour, Tommy Fordham  is bringing a fresh kind of cool with the launch of CTRNE , a sneaker line that blends performance with wellness and sleek design.  BEAUTY   Lighting a candle transforms a space—and Acqua di Parma ’s limited-edition La Terrazza  collection does just that. Each scent, from Pineta’s breezy pines to Salina’s coastal citrus, is housed in striped jars designed by artist Ben Arpea and tells its own story. Acqua di Parma’s Limited-Edition La Terrazza Collection. Photo/Acqua di Parma LIFESTYLE & LUXURY   Cartier  revisits its roots with the reimagined Santos de Cartier watch collection. Tiffany & Co .’s B lue Book 2025: Sea of Wonder  honors marine elegance through high jewelry. Gucci ’s Labirinti, Horsebit, and  Marina Chain  collections blend iconic jewelry designs with precious stones, transforming them into wearable art. Gucci’s New High-Jewelry Chain Collection, Photo/Gucci MOVE   On land, the Aston Martin   Vantage S  is a powerful, sleek sports car that goes 0 to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and features a head-turning design. On the sea, Benetti ’s B.Century 75M  is a floating masterpiece with five decks, an infinity pool, spa, beach club, helipad, and an owner’s suite with ocean views. Aston Martin's Vantage S, Photo/AM TRAVEL   If you’re heading to South America, avianca ’s redesigned Business Class  is the upgrade we’ve been waiting for. Serving 80+ routes from Miami to vibrant Latin American cities, it brings back the joy of travel in a modern way.   For our annual Europe journey, we head north to Scandinavia , starting in northern Germany and continuing through Denmark, Sweden, and Norway—where design, Michelin-star dining, cultural connection, and luxury hospitality shine. It’s a trip for the senses.   We also feature The Colony Hotel  in Palm Beach, a classic pink-hued hotel, and Rome’s Anantara Palazzo Naiadi , a luxury hotel built over ancient Roman ruins. avianca’s Redesigned Business Class, Photo/avianca Scandinavian Luxury Travel Guide. Copenhagen, Denmark. Photo/Depositphotos REAL ESTATE   In high-end living, every detail counts. OMNIO  redefines home management with concierge care that makes luxury effortless. At UNA Residences , sky-high living meets waterfront elegance in Brickell. Diamond Spas  creates luxury pools with custom aquatic masterpieces in stainless steel, glass, and copper—both striking and functional.   UNA Residences to Rise High Above Brickell Waterfront. Rendering/UNA LEGAL INSIGHT   When high net worth and high stakes collide, Regina Campbell  is the ally you want in your corner. As managing partner of The Campbell Law Group , she offers strategic expertise in family law, where assets, privacy, and emotion intersect.   Regina Campbell, Managing Partner of The Campbell Law Group PEOPLE TO KNOW   This issue features exclusive interviews with bold voices shaping culture and leadership. Daniella Duran  blends soccer, fashion, and empowerment; Leah Kate turns chaos into platinum pop; Jackie Dallas  shifts from medicine to screen. Valentina Latyna  excels in storytelling, while Sebastien Lagree  leads slow-burn fitness. Lupus advocate Caitlin Collins  redefines resilience through fashion and a life reimagined, and Samia Gore  fights founder burnout with her nonprofit, FoundnWell .   American Singer Leah Kate, Photo/LE3AY FOOD   Finally, for those who appreciate the finer things in life—including cheese— BelGioioso  offers four varieties of Provolone . Founded in 1979 in Wisconsin, the brand crafts its flavorful Provolone using traditional techniques and fresh, local milk.   BelGioioso Provolone, Aged to Perfection, Photo/BelGioioso WELLNESS   SkinSpirit  has arrived in Miami, bringing its trusted medical aesthetics to South Florida. A national leader in Botox® and dermal fillers, SkinSpirit combines over 20 years of experience with luxury and science—offering premium care in a spa-like setting, now in the heart of the Magic City.   SkinSpirit's New Miami location: 851 NE 1st Avenue, Suite 116, Miami. Photo/SkinSpirit Top photo Roberto Nickson/Unspalsh

If you're trying to get your YouTube channel monetised and that 4,000 public watch hours requirement is driving you up the wall, you're not alone. It's one of those milestones that sounds simple, until you're a few hundred hours in and progress stalls. I’ve seen it happen dozens of times. The key isn’t grinding endlessly, it’s playing it smart. Image by Kaspars Grinvalds / Adobestock In this guide, I’m going to walk you through the actual strategies creators are using in 2025 to hit that target faster without cutting corners or risking their channels. Whether you're posting vlogs, tutorials, or livestreams, there's a way to turn your early traction into serious momentum. Why 4,000 Watch Hours Isn’t Just a Number We all know the basic YouTube Partner Program rule: 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 public watch hours in the past 12 months. But there’s more to it than just unlocking ads. Hitting that threshold tells YouTube that people care about your content. It signals potential. When you start building consistent watch time, the algorithm tends to reward that with more exposure. So the faster you can get there with real viewers and strong retention,the better your shot at growing beyond just monetisation. What Counts (and Doesn’t) Toward Watch Time Before diving into tactics, make sure you’re clear on what actually moves the watch-hour needle. Not every minute someone watches your content helps. You need: Public videos only. Anything unlisted, private, or deleted later? Doesn’t count. Standard content,not Shorts. Those can grow your channel, sure, but they won’t contribute to watch time. Live streams do count during the broadcast and  when replayed. And don’t forget: watch hours are tracked over a rolling 12-month window. So anything older than that falls off. Let’s Talk Strategy: What Actually Works Right Now Image by Metamorworks / Adobestock 1. 2-Hour Live Replays That People Actually Watch This one is hands-down the most reliable fast-track method I’ve seen. Long-form live streams, especially ones around two hours long, can rack up serious watch time if  they’re interesting enough to keep people watching. And here’s the twist: it doesn’t have to be live every time. Record it once, loop it as a premiere or post as a replay, and keep sending traffic to it. Say 75 people stick around for most of a 2-hour replay. That’s over 100 hours added to your total in just one session. Here’s what makes a replay work: A topic that encourages people to watch without needing real-time interaction (think tutorials, study-with-me sessions, deep-dive Q&As) A thumbnail that looks like there’s real value inside A title that matches something someone would search for on a lazy Sunday afternoon I’ve helped creators use this to go from 300 hours to 3,500+ in under a month. It works. 2. Instagram Reels & Stories: The Traffic Trick Most Miss You don’t need a huge Instagram following to make this work. In fact, even a few hundred followers can drive enough clicks to make a dent in your watch time,if you show up consistently. Here’s what I recommend: Cut a juicy 15-second clip from your live replay Add a short caption and the “link sticker” to the full video Post it to your Stories once or twice a day for the next week You’d be shocked how many people will check it out, even more if you use relevant hashtags or pin the story to your highlights. Instagram Reels are also gold. A Reel showing part of your YouTube content, with a CTA in the caption, can drive hundreds of high-retention viewers to your video. And those are the ones that count. 3. Paid Views, But Only If You’re Smart About It Here’s where a lot of people mess up. They hear “buy views” and think it means grabbing a cheap Fiverr gig and blasting their channel with 10,000 random views. Bad idea. The smart approach? Use trusted platforms like Buzzoid that offer real, high-retention viewers . No bots, no weird traffic from overseas servers. These platforms let you gradually add views in a way that looks natural, and helps videos that already have organic momentum. What to look for: Watch retention over 60% Gradual delivery (not instant spikes) Viewers from regions that match your actual audience If you're going to spend money, use it to boost a video that’s already performing well. That way, you're doubling down on content you know works. I’ve seen $25 spent wisely give more watch time than $100 thrown at a random upload. And hey, if you’re promoting on Instagram too, you can even look into how people buy Instagram views naturally to keep those posts circulating longer. It’s all connected. Things That Can Get You Flagged (So Avoid These) When YouTube reviews your channel for monetisation, they’re looking for authenticity. You could have 4,100 hours and still get rejected if your traffic looks shady. Watch out for: Massive traffic spikes from unusual countries Average view durations under 10 seconds Comments that feel botted or generic ("Nice!", "First!", "Cool video!") Another one: super long videos that people don’t actually watch. A 3-hour upload might seem like an easy way to farm hours, but if everyone clicks away in the first minute, it could hurt more than help. How Long Does It Really Take? With this approach, you can absolutely get to 4,000 hours in a few weeks. Let me show you what that looks like: Let’s say you post two solid 2-hour replays per week. Each one brings in around 100 viewers who stick for most of the video. That’s about 200 hours per stream, or 400 per week. Add Instagram promotion to pull in an extra 100 hours per week. Then top it off with a $50 paid view boost (smartly targeted, of course), which brings in another 800–1,000 hours. Do this for a month and you’re already at or above the 4,000-hour line. Image by Angelov / Adobestock What Happens When You Apply for Monetisation Once you cross the threshold, it’s tempting to celebrate, but don’t relax just yet. YouTube’s review team will: Look through your recent videos Scan your analytics for any red flags Double-check for fake or spammy traffic If anything looks off, they can reject your application, and you’ll need to wait 30 days before reapplying. That delay can feel brutal. To improve your chances: Focus on real engagement Keep promoting organically while you wait Fix or remove any videos that tanked retention or brought in low-quality views Smart Promotion: Make Your Content Work Harder Instead of focusing only on making more videos, make your existing content go further. Here’s what I mean: Clip the best parts of your streams and turn them into highlight reels Add each full video to a playlist that encourages back-to-back viewing Use pinned comments to point viewers to your highest-retention content Each of these moves helps squeeze more value out of every view, and builds real momentum. Fast Doesn’t Mean Reckless Trying to fast-track monetisation isn’t cheating. It’s smart. But only if you do it with strategy, consistency, and quality. Here’s what I always tell creators: Don’t chase numbers. Chase real viewers who want what you’re offering. Promote across platforms, but do it with care. Test paid boosts in small doses, and only for content that’s worth it. Watch your analytics like a hawk. If something drops off fast, figure out why. Hitting 4,000 hours isn’t just about unlocking ads, it’s the beginning of building a channel that pays you back over time. So be thoughtful. Be consistent. And grow your audience the way you’ll be proud of a year from now. You’ve got this. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Adobestock

Bo’s Beach, a restaurant at Fort Lauderdale’s beachfront area boasting direct ocean views and tropical breezes, will be opening early 8 a.m. on Sunday, June 22, for the Florida Panthers parade. The parade will take place along Fort Lauderdale Beach, and Bo’s Beach provides a prime standing-room-only location for fans to watch the celebration. Bo’s Beach is operated by former Miami Dolphins Player Kim ‘Bo’ Bokamper & PDKN Restaurant Group, of which Bokamper is one of four partners. To kick off the day, Bo’s Beach will serve a special breakfast menu starting at 8 a.m. featuring a  bacon, egg & cheese sandwich  ($14) including bacon, over medium free-range egg & aged Wisconsin cheddar on a toasted brioche bun served with fries, a  rise & shine breakfast pizza  ($24) including three sunny side up eggs, prosciutto, baby arugula, mozzarella, shaved parmesan, aged Romano & roasted garlic olive oil and a  hog & hen “the hangover cure” burger  ($24) featuring over medium free-range egg, bacon, bourbon maple syrup & aged Wisconsin cheddar on a Belgian waffle bun served with fries. Signature Bloody Marys and mimosas will also be available. No reservations will be accepted. Early arrival is strongly encouraged, as the venue is expected to fill quickly.   Celebrate the Florida Panthers’ historic back-to-back Stanley Cup win with fellow fans at Bo’s Beach, offering a front-row view of the parade route. To mark the occasion, Bo’s Beach will open early at 8 a.m., serving breakfast and welcoming guests to a lively, standing-room-only celebration. The parade begins at 12 p.m. along Fort Lauderdale Beach and is expected to be one of South Florida’s biggest events, as fans come together to honor the region’s new two-time champions. Early arrival is recommended to secure a spot and show support for the team.   The parade route begins at A1A and Riomar Street, extending down A1A and culminating at SE 5th Street. The celebration will reach its peak with a rally on stage at Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, right across from Bo’s Beach. After the rally, continue the festivities at Bo’s Beach, where guests can enjoy great food, drinks, and a lively atmosphere with fellow Panthers fans.   Sunday, June 22 at 8 a.m.   Bo’s Beach 600 Seabreeze Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316   Standing room only. No reservations accepted. Early arrival is strongly encouraged. By ML Staff. Courtesy of Bo’s Beach.

Louis Vuitton is making a bold move into the beauty world, taking a page from the vibrant spirit of Miami’s style and flair. The brand is launching La Beauté Louis Vuitton in Autumn 2025, marking an exciting new chapter in its legacy of travel and creativity. Leading the way as Creative Director of Cosmetics is none other than Dame Pat McGrath, a British makeup icon whose unparalleled expertise will guide the creation of an immersive beauty experience that goes far beyond just products. Pat McGrath, widely regarded as “the most influential makeup artist in the world,” brings decades of experience, including groundbreaking collaborations with top designers and fashion houses, including Louis Vuitton. She’s also the founder of Pat McGrath Labs and made history in 2021 as the first-ever makeup artist to receive the title of 'Dame' from Queen Elizabeth II. Her unique vision will shape the La Beauté Louis Vuitton collection, promising a luxury beauty journey that reflects both artistic excellence and innovation. Louis Vuitton’s connection to beauty dates back to its early days, with vanity cases and elegant designs for perfumes, cosmetics, and toiletries. In the 1920s, the brand created luxurious powder compacts, mirrors, and brushes. Notable examples in the Louis Vuitton archive include a bespoke kit made for soprano Marthe Chenal in 1925 and an exquisite toiletry case created for composer Jan Paderewski. These early designs paved the way for Louis Vuitton’s venture into beauty, with the first Louis Vuitton handbags for women also designed to carry daily essentials, including cosmetics. Pat McGrath, Creative Director of Cosmetics at Louis Vuitton, shares, “After over 20 years working backstage at Louis Vuitton fashion shows, I’m excited to take on this pivotal role in launching La Beauté Louis Vuitton . This venture is the result of incredible craftsmanship, creativity, and innovation. Beauty is more than just products, and what we are creating will bring a whole new level of luxury to the beauty world.” Pietro Beccari, Chairman and CEO of Louis Vuitton, adds, “ La Beauté Louis Vuitton is a natural extension of our commitment to quality, innovation, and heritage. Through this new beauty line, we will continue to enrich our clients’ lives, providing them with a new way to experience luxury.” Stay tuned for more details about the upcoming product range, as La Beauté Louis Vuitton is set to redefine what luxury beauty can be. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Louis Vuitton