Committed to enhancing its year-round cultural programming, Art Basel launches the second season of its podcast Intersections. The bi-weekly show will bring together world-class creatives and thought-leaders across disciplines, including art, fashion, design, music, and more. Intersections: The Art Basel Podcast is presented by UBS and hosted by Marc Spiegler, Global Director of Art Basel. Listeners will be able to download each episode free of charge and access behind-the-scenes stories from celebrated creatives as well as candid conversations on the state of arts today. Intersections: The Art Basel Podcast is one of the latest additions to Art Basel’s editorial platform Stories, whose ambition is to engage audiences throughout the year providing interviews with artists and cultural figures, articles by leading authors, original video, and in-depth art market analysis. The Season 2 series will kick off on Tuesday, June 28 with South Korean boy band BTS’s leader, Kim Nam-joon (RM). The pop star will discuss his relationship with art and his passion for collecting. The episode will be accompanied by a special NFT-focused episode with Olive Allen (artist), Christiana Ine-Kimba Boyle (Director of Online Sales at Pace Gallery), and Melissa Gilmour (Global NFT Director of Rosie Labs). On occasion, the bi-weekly scheduled program will be interrupted by special releases centered around major art world topics; from NFTs and the latest advancement in the digital space, to The Art Basel and UBS Global Art Market Report, expanding on this year’s finding and the latest updates on the art market economy. ‘We are thrilled to launch the second season of Intersections with such a global line-up of interviewees, people who truly stand at the forefront of contemporary culture,’ says Marc Spiegler, Global Director, Art Basel. ‘Once again, the podcast extends beyond the visual arts to explore the broader creative landscape – from music and architecture to fashion and design – reflecting Art Basel’s position as a platform for compelling cultural exchanges.’ Intersections: The Art Basel Podcast is available to stream and download on all podcast hosting platforms and Art Basel’s website at artbasel.com/podcast free of charge. By ML Staff. Top image courtesy of Unsplash, Special thanks to Art Basel textual content

Zahra Karsan, Founder & CEO of GetZENd, peak performance coach and bestselling author of "6 Weeks to Happy” announces the launch of her “6 Weeks to Happy” online course (getzend.com/coaching). This course teaches the revolutionary R.E.W.I.R.E. System™ to individuals looking to improve their overall mental and emotional health while increasing their productivity, wealth, and career goals. The “6 Weeks to Happy” course is the first of a planned suite of online classes to include “6 Weeks to Workplace Wellness” and “6 Weeks to Happy for Coaches.” This revealing information, once only available to industry leaders and C-Level business executives, is now accessible to anyone who aspires to achieve peak performance in their careers and personal lives. The “6 Weeks to Happy” course is the culmination of over 20 years of study, research, and application. Zahra uses scientific principles from sources like Harvard and MIT to retrain the brain and re-integrate the subconscious. The result: learning how to remove your inner conflict and the barriers to your success so you can live your best life ever. In this program, you learn the science of happiness as you acquire three tools per week for six weeks, to help retrain your brain for success and overall happiness. Taking the 6-week course enables mastery of the R.E.W.I.R.E. System™ and thus your own personal fulfillment. You will have more control over your life and career, with greater focus, increased productivity, and better mental clarity. The course includes weekly self-paced video classes, homework, and regular live streaming sessions with Zahra. During these sessions, students will receive direct coaching from Zahra and have the opportunity to ask questions. “The R.E.W.I.R.E. System™ was developed through the trials and tribulations on the path of my own self-discovery as well as proven methods with hundreds of coaching clients,” says Karsan. “I know this system works because I am the first test subject. I am very honored to be able to share this information with people who, like me, strive to live a healthy, happy, and successful life of meaning.” The 6-week course: Week 1: R = Relax and Quiet The Mind - Reboot and clear old programming. In week 1, you learn how to recognize the patterns of behavior that have held you back from accomplishing the life of your dreams. We remove the obstacles to your success and the core sources of stress and anxiety. These have been your barriers to happiness and success for far too long and you will learn how to recognize and remove these in week 1. Week 2: E = Eliminate the Noise - Learn how to better regulate your energy so your life is more manageable. In week 2, you learn how making simple changes to your life can help you regulate yourself so that your life feels easier. This is the starting point to achieving your goals. Week 3: W = What Do You Need - Define your personal plan. Most people don’t even know what makes them happy. Many of us are living a life that we subscribe to, but it’s not really one that fulfills us. Because happiness isn’t a one size fits all solution. It’s unique and personal. Here’s where you get to create your personal plan. Week 4: I = Imagine & Visualize A New Future - Realize a different outcome. In weeks 1-3, we cleaned out the old stuff no longer serving you. In week 4, you learn the tools to retrain your brain for this new vision. Now we get to design a whole new life that has you thriving. You learn the secret sauce to manifestation and how to retrain your thoughts for a more exciting and empowering life. Week 5: R = Repeat & Rewire - Create a daily practice to stay in the zone. In week 5, you get to learn the tools to stay in this new, more empowered mindset so that you don’t shift back to old patterns. Week 6: E = Elevate & Expand - Upgrade Your Operating System. In the final week of the 6-week program, you get to supercharge your new vision and expand your field of possibilities. What you thought was impossible before suddenly feels possible. Zahra Karsan is an inspirational public speaker as well as a trusted personal Success Coach to dozens of global executives. Voted by Yahoo Finance as a Top 10 Success Coach, she is the best-selling author of 6 Weeks to Happy and the creator of the R.E.W.I.R.E. System™, a groundbreaking methodology that retrains your brain for greater happiness, health, wealth and success. Her company, GetZEND, offers a suite of interactive tools that include online video training and an award-winning app to help you stay on track with your life goals and improve your life experience. With over 20 years of experience as a top-tier Management Consultant and Corporate Coach, goal setting and producing results became second nature for Zahra. She now coaches corporations, business executives and industry leaders on how to achieve their career goals while also experiencing a more fulfilling life. Most recently, Zahra was awarded a Top 100 Healthcare Visionaries Award by the International Forum for Advancements in Healthcare. She holds degrees in Psychology, Applied Positive Psychology, and Neuroscience, and is Certified as a Master Neurolinguistic Programming Practitioner and Life Coach, Master Hypnotherapist and Master Timeline Therapy Practitioner. Certified in Mindset Coaching and Neuroscience, she continually advances her education in Quantum, Metaphysics, and related fields, to bring you the latest research and most innovative tools so you can continue to achieve and thrive. Zahra sits on the board of the World Happiness Foundation, whose mission is to create a world where we can be free, conscious, and happy. Zahra also works on her passion project with The Steve & Marjorie Harvey Foundation to empower young girls to move past limiting beliefs so they can live more powerfully. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Zahra Karsan

Just in time for Halloween, comedian and actor Jamie Kennedy (Scream franchise, Tremors) and Being Scared YouTuber (372K subs) Dane Petrali, along with tech unicorn Chris Graham(two startups sold for $800M – IPO at $11B) present the Chilling App. Horror Fans Unite! Chilling is the first app of its kind to crowdsource, produce and curate the most “chilling” horror entertainment content into one app. From Chilling originals and Halloween-themed content to categories like Blood and Gore, Psychological Thrillers, Paranormal, Horror Classics, Terrifyingly True, Episodics, Vintage Horror Radio and more; it’s the ultimate platform for the horror genre fan community. In addition to an abundance of fictional content, much of the nonfiction stories are submitted through the app’s Reddit page. Content is narrated by a team of established voiceover artists from popular YouTube channels, Disney projects, audio books, national commercial campaigns and video games. Chilling is also the only platform to offer ambience sound effects that users can layer (in high or low volume) as background sound to enhance their selected stories and other content on the app. Choose to listen to a crackling fire, the night woods, doom, chilling rain, a dark storm or more to add to your fright. Launched in April 2021, Chilling has racked up 400K downloads, 200K unique user accounts, 14K paid subscribers and $129K raised to date in crowdfunding, bringing them to 517% more than their original crowdfunding goal. According to Chilling’s key advisor and investor, Jamie Kennedy, “Chilling might be the most organic business fit of anything I’ve ever done. It’s made by horror fans for horror fans with horror fans. And with me playing Randy in the Scream franchise, I feel it goes perfectly hand-in-hand.” Adds co-founder Chris Graham, “There really is no other single place for the horror fan community to gather and be a part of the creative process. We wanted it to be a hub for this kind of content, as a whole. We are bridging the gap between what the audience wants and content creation.” Being Scared YouTuber and Chilling co-founder Dane Petrali shares, “I was Confident in my YouTube audience to come with me over to the Chilling app. I’ve been embedded in the horror content community and narration community for years, and we’ve reached millions of people.” Download the Chilling App in time for Halloween! By ML Staff. Images Courtesy of Chilling App

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) announced today that global icon Elton John will perform at the 2022 Art+Film Gala. This year’s event honors artist Helen Pasghian and filmmaker Park Chan-wook. Co-chaired by LACMA trustee Eva Chow and actor Leonardo DiCaprio, this celebration of art and film will take place on Saturday, November 5, 2022. During cocktails, guests will enjoy a DJ performance by award-winning artist, photographer and producer Derrick “D-Nice” Jones. Gucci continues its invaluable partnership with the museum as the presenting sponsor of the annual event. Additional support for the gala is provided by Audi. LACMA’s Eleventh Annual Gala on Saturday, November 5, 2022, Honors Helen Pashgian and Park Chan-wook Co-Chaired by Eva Chow and Leonardo DiCaprio and Presented by Gucci "The Art+Film Gala has showcased many incredibly talented musicians over the years, and to have an icon like Elton on stage this year is beyond exciting. He's such a legendary entertainer, and I know his performance will be unforgettable,” said Eva Chow. More on Art+Film Gala At the 2021 Art+Film Gala, more than 650 prominent guests celebrated the achievements of artists Amy Sherald and Kehinde Wiley and filmmaker Steven Spielberg. The evening included a lively musical performance by Celeste as well as a special menu prepared by renowned chef Joachim Splichal of Patina and chef Mattia Agazzi of Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura Beverly Hills.The 2021 Art+Film Gala raised $5 million, with proceeds supporting LACMA’s film initiatives and future exhibitions, acquisitions, and programming. Art+Film Gala proceeds are used to support LACMA’s initiative to make film more central to the museum’s curatorial programming, while also funding LACMA’s broader mission. This includes exhibitions, acquisitions, and educational programming, in addition to screenings that explore the intersection of art and film. In recent years, LACMA has dynamically increased its curatorial programming to include film-related exhibitions such as Tim Burton; Dalí: Painting & Film; Masterworks of Expressionist Cinema: Caligari and Metropolis; Stanley Kubrick; Hans Richter: Encounters; Under the Mexican Sky: Gabriel Figueroa—Art and Film; David Hockney: Seven Yorkshire Landscape Videos, 2011; Agnès Varda in Californialand; David Hockney: The Jugglers; Haunted Screens: German Cinema in the 1920s; Christian Marclay’s The Clock; Diana Thater: The Sympathetic Imagination; Guillermo del Toro: At Home with Monsters; CARNE y ARENA (Virtually present, Physically invisible); The Art of the Movie Poster: Highlights from the Mike Kaplan Collection; Roma: Alfonso Cuarón; Teresa Hubbard / Alexander Birchler: Flora; Merce Cunningham: Clouds and Screens; Isaac Julien: Playtime; and City of Cinema: Paris 1850–1907. For more information about the 2022 Art+Film Gala tickets and table sales, contact artandfilm@lacma.org or 323 857-4770. More on Elton John Elton John During His Farewell Yellow Brick Road World Tour. Image by Commons Wikimedia Elton John’s career achievements to date are unsurpassed in their breadth and longevity. John is one of the top-selling solo artists of all time. In the UK and US charts alone he has one diamond, 32 platinum or multi-platinum, and 21 gold albums as well as over 70 Top 40 hits. He has sold more than 300 million records worldwide. He holds the record for the biggest-selling single of all time, “Candle in the Wind 1997,” which sold over 33 million copies. At present, he has logged 70 Billboard Hot 100 entries, including nine No. 1s and 28 Top 10s. Among the many awards and honors bestowed upon him are six GRAMMYs, including a GRAMMY Legend award, a Tony and two Oscars, a Best British Male Artist BRIT Award, induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Kennedy Center Honor, Legend of Live Award, 13 Ivor Novello Awards between 1973 and 2001, a knighthood from HM Queen Elizabeth II, the Légion d’honneur, France’s highest award, and the Companion of Honor in the 2021 New Year Honors list. In 1992, John established the Elton John AIDS Foundation, which today is one of the leading non-profit HIV/AIDS organizations and has raised over $515 million to date in the global fight against HIV/AIDS. By ML Staff. Images Courtesy of LACMA’s 2022 Art+Film Gala

Truluck's is excited to announce that the season for Truluck's Florida Stone Crab will begin on October 15, 2022 and run through May 2023. Truluck’s is so committed to fresh Florida Stone Crab, that they work exclusively with their fisheries and dedicated crabbing professionals in South Florida. Each day, the boats go out into the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico, set their traps, and capture the crab. They then cook the crab claws, pack them in ice, and jet-fresh deliver them from Truluck's traps to your table in hours. Truluck's will NEVER serve frozen Florida Stone Crab claws. They are only served at the height of freshness during season. As responsible restaurateurs, Truluck's stands committed to being champions of sustainable seafood, and works hard to bring customers the best-tasting, sustainable ingredients that make sense for the plate, the palate and the planet. Click HERE to learn more about the ins and outs of Florida Stone Crab. FRESH FLORIDA STONE CRAB CLAWS Served chilled and pre-cracked with a specialty mustard. Your server will present today’s fresh catch availability. Available in three size options: Medium (2-3 oz.) Large (3-5 oz.) Jumbo (5-8 oz.) Market Price\ LOCATION: 777 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131, (305) 579-0035 www.trulucks.com By ML Staff. Images Courtesy of Truluck's Florida Stone Crab

As part of its ongoing commitment to community efforts, Subaru of Pembroke Pines will host a Dog Appreciation Pawty and Adoption Event on Sunday, Oct. 23. Guests are invited to bring their furry friend to celebrate Subaru Loves Pets Month with a pet costume contest and fun-filled giveaways. The event is free and open to the public. October kicks off Subaru Loves Pets Month. This event is a part of the Subaru Loves Pets initiative, which is dedicated to improving the safety and well-being of animals in communities and getting animals out of shelters and into loving homes. To celebrate, Subaru of Pembroke invites the community to enjoy food trucks, music and giveaways. For those who are yet to be pet parents, Subaru of Pembroke Pines invites attendees to consider adopting a pet from the Humane Society of Broward County, who will be present with a selection of pets for adoption. The Humane Society of Broward County will benefit from a $100 donation from Subaru of Pembroke Pines for every pet adopted. Craig Zinn Automotive Group and Subaru of Pembroke Pines proudly support the Humane Society of Broward County in its quest to help find loving homes for pets. The Humane Society of Broward County is committed to supporting the lives of animals by providing adoptions, community services and education and serves as a hometown charity for the Subaru Share the Love campaign. Among its many initiatives, Subaru of Pembroke Pines is proud to help this incredible organization and provide services to animals in need. To RSVP, please click here. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Subaru of Pembroke Pines

The show that ignites your senses, removes your inhibitions, and reminds you that you can have it all, MAGIC MIKE LIVE: The Tour will be sharing the spotlight during its limited Miami engagement with a full-service dining experience: Wildfire by Meat N’ Bone. The new restaurant concept from North America’s premier purveyor of quality steaks, seafood and fine foods from around the world will be located just steps away from MAGIC MIKE LIVE in a bespoke, open-air dining room. The Wildfire dinner menu will feature a variety of offerings including delicious shareables, light bites, bold entrees, and decadent desserts complemented by a full bar menu with signature cocktails inspired by the show. Menu highlights include shareable bites such as Wagyu Beef Carpaccio and Caviar Queen, Kaviari Ossetra gold caviar served with blini and crème Fraiche. Tableside-torched dishes include Wildfire Wagyu Picanha Crostini using Colorado Wagyu, Japanese Wagyu Nigiris, and Ora King Salmon Nigiris, cold smoked salmon served on Japanese rice with Mike’s favorite wasabi sauce. Main courses and cast favorites include Branzino, Mediterranean branzino with capers and a dreamy lemon sauce, Champagne Risotto – Creamy risotto featuring Parmigiano Reggiano, champagne and a bit of wildfire, and Wagyu Tomahawk, 32 ounces of delicious Colorado Wagyu Marble Score BMS7+ and wet-aged for 30 days to achieve the perfect tenderness. Inspired by the show, signature cocktails include Last Dance, a tropical blend of rum, coco syrup, cinnamon and lime juice; Feel Magic, with tequila, sake, berry syrup and a dash of cinnamon and lime juice; and Confident, a mix of Singani63, Cappelletti Aperitivo, Cocchi and rose syrup topped with lavender and orange bitters. Guests ready to live their best lives can take the opportunity to trust the chef with an Omakase-style meal that includes a curated assortment of some of the best steaks and sausages in the world perfectly paired with the hottest show on the planet. The Wildfire kitchen will also provide a selection of delectable offerings for guests who purchase the Ultra Seat and Mike’s Exclusive VIP Packages that keep the magic going and memories flowing long after the show ends. Starting October 13, MAGIC MIKE LIVE: The Tour will perform a 90-minute show at 7 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday with additional performances at 9:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday and at Midnight on Saturday. For tickets starting at $49 and more information, visit MMLTour.com. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Magic Mike Live

A flourishing beachside neighborhood in Miami Beach, Faena district is the next “it” spot to live and play, burgeoning with a revival of art and culture. Situated on Collins Avenue from 32nd to 36th street, between the Atlantic Ocean and Indian Creek, the area is forever fresh faced and evolving. Top real estate mother-daughter duo Ida and Minette Schwartz with The Schwartz Team at Compass have taken the area by storm with notable condo sales and years of experience working in the vibrant district. From the famed Faena Hotel and Residences to celebrity-fueled hot spots and restaurants, the leading team shares their insider’s guide to what makes the Faena District tick. Eat There is a spectacular food scene, with award-winning restaurants and luxe lounges. The ocean views can really be appreciated at Argentine restaurant, Los Fuegos by renowned chef Francis Mallmann. We always enter from the beach, making sure to pass the iconic gold-gilded wooly mammoth by Damien Hirst. The view while dining is exquisite, with a light sea salt mist. On Sunday’s, they host a “parillada” with delicious barbecued meats. Further along mid-beach, the Cadillac Hotel’s oceanside tiki bar is great for enjoying the beachfront with a more laid-back vibe. There are a mix of locals and tourists mingling in this charming oasis with great cocktails. The Ocean Grill at The Setai is an open-air elevated deck with magnificent views of South Beach’s glittering water. The exotic truffle pizza is a must. Drink The happy hour at Eden Roc’s Nobu is one of our favorites, with a great wine selection. We love Soho House’s Picante de la casa made with Casa Dragones tequila, it’s the perfect treat after a full day of showings and deal making. The slight heat and immaculate delivery is truly Miami in a glass. Live With so many luxury living options, it should be impossible to pick a favorite, but for us there is one clear standout. The Caribbean, an oceanfront 19-story condo is a highly coveted building with rich history that instantly exudes charm from the moment you see it. When you step inside, you’re greeted by fresh flowers and photos of the 40’s from when it was a hotel. Based on how fantastic the staff is, you would think that it still is one. With an oceanfront heated pool and spa, and world-famous views, the experience is decadent if you’re lucky enough to call it home. Keep an eye out for the highly anticipated arrival of the Aman Hotel and Residences that will be a transformative building for the area. The Outdoors The Boardwalk is our favorite way to take in some fresh air and get active. A little microcosm of Miami, you can find interesting people of all ages walking, jogging, biking and rollerblading along the boardwalk at all times. It’s a bustling atmosphere where everyone is welcomed and a fast-paced lifestyle is encouraged. By ML staff. Image credit, The Schwartz Team

From Oct. 10-14, Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) Food and Nutrition Services will be celebrating National School Lunch Week (NSLW) in recognition of the 30 million meals served daily to school kids around the country, as part of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). This year’s theme, “Peace, Love & School Lunch” will feature a colorful, groovy theme and will include student activities and education that promote the importance of healthy eating all while highlighting the many reasons students love school lunch. Students are also invited to wear their favorite peace, love and groovy outfits throughout the week. BCPS National School Lunch Week initiatives include: Student poster contest (all grades) based on the “Peace, Love & School Lunch” theme. Artwork will be submitted by October 20 for judging and the grand prize winner will receive wireless air pods and charger. A winner for each grade level will also receive a prize. Elementary and Middle School Coloring Contest. Students will be selected from their creative coloring of a template lunch poster. Artwork will be submitted by October 14 and one poster from each grade level will be selected to submit to district. One elementary and one middle school student will be randomly selected from submitted posters to receive AMC movie theater tickets. High School Instagram Contest. Students can post a selfie on Instagram enjoying their lunch with a groovy theme and tag @BCPSFNS. A $25.00 gift card to Barnes & Noble along with headphones will be awarded to the top student with the most “likes” on their post. Official proclamation declaring National School Lunch Week by the School Board of Broward County. Proclamations to be received at city commission meetings around the county recognizing Broward County Schools Food and Nutrition Services program. Dignitaries have been invited to have lunch at a school of their choice during NSLW. NSLW will emphasize the healthy foods that are offered daily at Broward County Public Schools. School lunches are healthier than ever, with more fruits and vegetables, more whole grains, and less fat and sodium. Cafeterias have also expanded their vegan and vegetarian options beyond the everyday salad. The federally funded NSLP provides nutritionally balanced, healthy meals to students every day. The program, which has been serving the nation's children for over 75 years, requires school meals to meet federal nutrition standards such as offering fruits and vegetables every day, serving whole-grain rich foods, and limiting fat, calories, and sodium. “We are excited to embark on another successful National School Lunch Week,” said Zoe Crego, MS, RD, LD/N, program manager, nutrition education and training. “Through educational and fun-filled activities, we are looking forward to raising awareness of the important role that school nutrition programs play in student achievement.” Breakfast and lunch menus can be viewed by school location online via Meal Viewer. Items are subject to change. For more information about NSLW, visit www.schoolnutrition.org. For food and nutrition updates, follow BCPS Food & Nutrition Services on Twitter @BCPSFNS, on Facebook at facebook.com/BrowardSchoolsFAN and on Instagram @BCPSFNS. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Broward Schools

The Day of the Dead celebration is drawing near, and the Miami Beach Nikkei hot spot Chotto Matte is welcoming guests to enjoy limited-time food & drink menus, live entertainment, candlelit decor, and more. The global restaurant that stylishly blends Japanese and Peruvian culinary traditions, is tapping into its South American roots honoring the traditional Day of the Dead celebration, Chotto style. Starting Monday, October 24 to Sunday, November 6, the Miami Beach hot spot will offer all-new specialty cocktails and dishes, blending culinary innovation with the holiday tradition. For two weeks, guests can indulge in unique sweet and savory specialty dishes, including Tuna Tartare ($22) with avocado, pomegranate, chive oil and truffle salsa; Scallop Tiradito ($25) with green apple salsa and aji sesame oil; and The Immortal Flame ($12.50), a lime mousse cake with creamy hazelnut praline, presented with a toasted white-chocolate candle that is specially lit tableside. To quench your thirst, Chotto Matte has thoughtfully curated cocktails that tie in classic Day of the Dead traditions. La Calavera ($17), made with gin, tawny port, amontillado and morello sherry, is garnished with pineapple shrub, lemon and a decorative sugar skull symbolizing “La Calavera Catrina.” El Ramo Inmortal ($16), made with rum, vermouth, banana cordial, elderflower, lime and Peychaud’s Bitters, is creatively presented in a stunning floral glass referencing the “immortal bouquet” traditionally brought to cemeteries throughout the holiday. Named after Peru’s most known cemetery and translated to “New Hope,” the Nueva Esperanza ($18) is made with Mezcal Espadin, Chotto Matte vermouth blend and bitters. The themed cocktail will be presented with a seeded coaster, which will produce flowers for a keepsake once planted in soil and watered, representing the bright flowers synonymous with the Day of the Dead. In the midst of the two-week-long celebration, on Saturday, October 29, Chotto Matte is hosting their much anticipated ‘Night of the Immortal Souls’ party. Setting the scene for a magical evening, flickering candles will be displayed throughout the entire restaurant in honor of the traditional “ofrendas”, known as offerings for those loved ones who have passed. Guests are invited to dress in their most extravagant Day of the Dead-inspired attire, enjoy live entertainment, including a DJ and a drummer, and indulge in festive drinks and dishes all night long. Chotto Matte is located at 1666 Lenox Ave in Miami Beach. It is open Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. to midnight and Saturdays and Sundays from 12 p.m. to midnight. For more information, visit https://chotto-matte.com/miami/ or follow @chottomattemia on Instagram. Written by ML Staff. Images courtesy of Chotto Matte

niLuu, the vegan silk-wear brand inspired by beauty and compassion towards animals is launching a selection of new pieces furthering the luxury brand’s mission to build a sustainable wardrobe from loungewear and ready-to-wear pieces. An ode to founder Nilüfer Bracco’s rich heritage, niLuu’s meaningful designs celebrate Turkey’s full bodied aesthetic culture. Abundant in color palette, texture, and narrative, niLuu invites all to carry the spirit of intention into each day. Inspired by how existing pieces can evolve and be more versatile, Nilüfer adds new pieces and categories that act as an extension of the current collection while adding new colors and styles. The new pieces include four slip dresses; two maxi dresses; three cami tops; two new colors of the “Harper” pant; two unisex “Nat” shirts; three unisex “Mika” tees; and new kimonos in a vibrant and luxurious green hue and another in deep purple. “I am very excited to be launching our Fall/Winter collection. niLuu’s customers have been passionate about our product versatility: the fact that you can wear niLuu at home, on an elegant night out, and anything in between. With this launch we are introducing even more versatile pieces that are right for any time of day. We continue our mission to build a sustainable closet where, thanks to our quality and longevity, niLuu products can be worn as many times as you like and you are always stylish and chic” says Nilüfer Bracco, founder and creative director of niLuu. While continuing its commitment to eco-friendly practices, niLuu delivers vegan silk pieces that are sustainable, biodegradable, and 100% certified vegan thus combining the iconic elegance of traditional silk with a socially and environmentally ethical production process. Made primarily from Bemberg®, a yarn fiber derived from a by-product of the cotton harvest, niLuu’s innovative vegan silk fabric is hypoallergenic, anti-static, easy to care for and it is also known to have several anti-ageing benefits. In keeping with niLuu’s sustainability ethos, its fabrics are Peta-approved as they are made without the use of any animal protein in the entire production process. The new pieces will be available starting October 11 at niluu.com followed by Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus, among others. More on niLuu niLuu is a vegan silk loungewear brand founded in 2020 by Miami based designer Nilüfer Bracco. Marrying the archetypal sophistication inherent to traditional silk with a purpose-driven twist, niLuu brings you cruelty-free vegan silk-wear to accompany you through your most treasured moments. Blurring the line between loungewear and outerwear, luxury and sustainability, niLuu focuses on meticulous and timeless construction, welcoming an era of refined comfort with an earth-positive footprint. niLuu has partnered with 1% For the Planet pledging to donate 1% of its revenues to environmental organizations that work hard to protect our planet. Made primarily from Bemberg®, a yarn fibre derived from a by-product of the cotton harvest, niLuu’s innovative vegan silk fabric is hypoallergenic, anti-static, easy to care for and it is also known to have several benefits for the skin. The breathable fabric helps to maintain body temperature and excellent moisture control; meaning the fabric doesn’t dry out the skin or hair in the ways that cotton would. The fabric also has minimal friction against the skin, which means it is also known to have anti-aging benefits. An ode to founder Nilufer Bracco’s roots, niLuu’s meaningful designs celebrate Turkey’s full-bodied aesthetic culture. Rich in color, texture, and narrative, we invite you to carry the spirit of intention into whatever it is your day holds. Follow niLuu at @niluusilksense By ML Staff. Images courtesy of NiLuu

For many Americans, pumpkins mean that fall is here. In anticipation, coffee shops, restaurants and grocery stores start their pumpkin flavor promotions in late August, a month before autumn officially begins. And shoppers start buying fresh decorative winter produce, such as pumpkins and turban squash, in the hot, sultry days of late summer. The pumpkin on the right has a fungal disease known as black rot. Matt Kasson, CC BY-SA But these fruits – yes, botanically, pumpkins and squash are fruits – don’t last forever. And they may not even make it to Halloween if you buy and carve them too early. As a plant pathologist, gardener and self-described pumpkin fanatic, I have both boldly succeeded and miserably failed at growing, properly carving and keeping these iconic winter squash in their prime through the end of October. Here are some tips that can help your epic carving outlast the Day of the Dead. Pick a healthy pumpkin and transport it carefully This may seem obvious, but shop for a pumpkin in the same way that you shop the produce aisle. Whether you plan to carve them or not, choose pumpkins that are not damaged, dented or diseased. Is the stem loose? Is there a clear break in the rind? Are there any water-soaked spots on the exterior? Post-harvest diseases – those that occur after the pumpkin is removed from the vine – can happen anywhere between the field where they were grown and your front step. A bruise or crack will allow opportunistic fungi, bacteria, water molds and small insects to invade and colonize your pumpkins. Keeping the rind defect-free and stem intact ensures your prized pumpkin a longer shelf life. The trip home also matters. Most of us transport pets, kids, muddy hiking boots and food in our cars, which makes our vehicles giant petri dishes harboring common environmental molds and bacteria. Some of those microbes could colonize your unsuspecting pumpkins. Secure your pumpkins en route to your house so they don’t suffer bruising or stem breakage. My family often uses seat belts to protect ours. Once home, don’t carry your pumpkin by the stem, which can lead to breakage, especially if it is big and heavy. Keep them clean and dry Pumpkins spend most of their lives in fields, developing on top of soil that teems with fungi, bacteria, water molds and soil-dwelling animals like nematodes, insects and mites. Removing these organisms, and any eggs they may have affixed to your pumpkin’s rind, will help preserve it. To get rid of them, wipe down your pumpkins, preferably with a bleach wipe or two. This is especially important if you plan to carve them: Piercing the dirty rind with a sharp tool will introduce these eager visitors deeper into the heart of your pumpkin. Be sure to use clean tools as well. Microbes can reside and multiply on small amounts of pumpkin debris stuck in the teeth of dirty carving knives. Even if you are not carving your pumpkin, wiping it down isn’t a bad idea, since it may have small bruises or cracks that are easy to overlook. Professional pumpkin carver James Hall demonstrates 13 increasingly difficult levels of pumpkin carving. Hollow pumpkins out thoroughly, but don’t overdo it Much of the work of carving a pumpkin involves separating the fibrous strands and seeds inside it from the harder pulp that makes up the pumpkin’s walls. As you scoop out the pumpkin’s innards, thoroughly inspect the inside walls for soft rotten patches or dark tissues, which may have been colonized pre- or post-harvest by bacteria, fungi or water molds. Diseased pumpkins sometimes produce an off-putting smell, so use your nose as well. If you find these issues as you carve, you may want to try carving another pumpkin. You can also paint your pumpkins instead of carving them, which averts the need to peer inside. As soft rot advances in diseased squash, the water-soaked appearance expands and eventually pulp becomes watery like cooked pumpkin pie.Matt Kasson, CC BY-SA Some online tutorials and YouTube videos recommend thinning out pumpkins’ walls to better allow candle or LED light to pass through. But if you make the walls too thin, your jack-o’-lantern’s fangs will become inward-curving skin tabs as the pulp desiccates and deforms. A toothless jack-o’-lantern scares no one. Another advantage of maintaining thicker walls is that it enables you to try a 3D carving. This involves shaping the pumpkin’s surface as you would carve a piece of wood, without breaking through the shell, and can produce dramatic results. Some people soak their carved pumpkins in diluted bleach or vinegar water after completing them. But this technique is a double-edged sword: Adding more free moisture to your masterpiece invites windblown mold spores and rain-splashed bacteria to colonize it. However, applying a light coating of petroleum jelly or vegetable oil to all the exposed parts can extend the shelf life of your sculpted squash. Protect your creation October is a wet month with frequent rains in many parts of the U.S. Rain falling on your jack-o’-lantern will invite every mold in the neighborhood to take up residency in or on it. For this reason, I recommend keeping your pumpkins on a covered porch or displaying them from indoors in a window. It’s OK if some mold forms inside it, as not all fungi cause soft rots – diseases that produce wet spots that spread, become mushy and turn black. If a pumpkin does become overly moldy on the inside walls, move it outdoors to avoid producing a lot of spores in your home. Filamentous fungi like Penicillium are common in many environments, and can even colonize a freshly bleached jack-o’-lantern like the one shown here. Notice the tiny green colonies inside the carved mouth and on the back wall of the pumpkin.Matt Kasson, CC BY-SA When your pumpkin does start to mold and collapse, don’t throw it in a landfill. Put it out for your neighborhood deer or atop your compost pile. Or find a spot in your yard where you can watch it degrade over time, until it turns back to soil in time for next year’s pumpkin patch. Words By Matt Kasson Associate Professor of Mycology and Plant Pathology, West Virginia University. Special thanks to The Conversation for republishing permission.