A summer staple, this creamy cucumber salad boasts a crunchy texture and tangy, rich flavor. Because of cucumber’s high water content, cucumber salads often consist of soggy cucumber slices swimming in a watery, diluted dressing. This creamy cucumber salad is the antidote to that. Flavored with sweet red onions and a thick dressing made from sour cream, mayonnaise and fresh dill, the salad has a crunchy texture and tangy, rich flavor. The trick is salting the sliced cucumbers and red onions in a colander for 30 minutes before tossing them with the dressing. This not only drains the liquid from the cucumbers, maintaining their crunch, but also partially pickles the onions, taming their raw bite and sharp flavor. This summertime staple pairs perfectly with grilled chicken or grilled salmon, and is a welcome addition at any picnic, barbecue, or potluck. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS Cut the cucumbers in half and then slice each half down the middle lengthwise. Use the tip of a teaspoon to scoop out the center seeds. Cut each half into thin slices. Place the sliced cucumbers in a colander along with the red onion slices and salt. Toss and let sit in the sink for at least 30 minutes, until the water drains out. Meanwhile, make the dressing: In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, dill, sugar, and black pepper. Mix well. When the cucumbers and onions are ready, release any excess water by tapping the colander several times on the base of the sink, then use a large wad of paper towels or clean dish towel to pat the vegetables dry. Add the vegetables to the dressing and toss well. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Creamy Cucumber Salad By Jennifer Segal A summer staple, this creamy cucumber salad boasts a crunchy texture and tangy, rich flavor. Servings: 6 to 8 Prep Time: 30 Minutes Total Time: 30 Minutes, plus 30 minutes to salt the vegetables INGREDIENTS 2 English cucumbers (also called hothouse cucumbers) ½ medium red onion, finely sliced (about ⅔ cup) ¾ teaspoon salt ½ cup sour cream ¼ cup mayonnaise, best quality such as Hellmann's or Duke's 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar ⅓ cup chopped fresh dill ¾ teaspoon sugar ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, to taste INSTRUCTIONS Cut the cucumbers in half and then slice each half down the middle lengthwise. Use the tip of a teaspoon to scoop out the center seeds. Cut each half into thin slices and place in a colander along with the red onion slices. Toss with the salt and let sit in the sink for at least 30 minutes, until the water drains out. Meanwhile, make the dressing: In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, dill, sugar, and black pepper and mix well. When the cucumbers and onions are ready, release any excess water by tapping the colander several times on the base of the sink, then use a large wad of paper towels or clean dish towel to pat the vegetables dry. Add the vegetables to the dressing and toss well. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Make-Ahead Instructions: The salad can be made and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 day ahead of serving. NUTRITION INFORMATION Per serving (6 servings) Calories:126 Fat:11 g Saturated fat:3 g Carbohydrates:6 g Sugar:3 g Fiber:1 g Protein:1 g Sodium:336 mg Cholesterol:14 mg Special thanks to Jennifer Segal, for the recipe and images. You can support Jennifer by purchasing her cookbook, "Once Upon a Chef, the Cookbook," featuring over 100 delightful recipes.

Future Foods Enterprises LLC will launch a new plant-based protein under the brand name PAOW! (an acronym for “People And Our World”) to consumers in fall 2022. Made from just three simple ingredients - non-GMO soy, water, and salt - PAOW! will offer a variety of gluten and dairy-free, plant-based protein products that mimic the texture and flavors of their meat-based counterparts. Created for meat eaters, flexitarians, vegans and vegetarians alike, PAOW!™ Pieces are boldly seasoned with worldly flavors to make virtually any recipe - from sautéed, grilled, baked, sous-vide, boiled or fried - with a consistency ranging from sushi to crispy fried chicken. PAOW! products launching nationwide include: PAOW!™ Pieces - Rotisserie Seasoned The classic flavor. Slow roasted and savory! PAOW!™ Pieces - Madras Curry-Flavored A traditional blend of aromatic spices, slightly sweet and slightly hot. PAOW!™ Pieces - Korean Barbecue A blend of sweet and mild heat with gochujang, ginger, and soy sauce. PAOW!™ Pieces - Southwestern Style Our riff on the traditional flavors of West Texas. PAOW!™ Pieces - Sweet & Hot Harissa A balance of sweet & hot peppers, citrus, and aromatic spices. PAOW!™ Pieces - Not Just Philly Our select, smaller cuts add culinary coolness to any meal. “By developing a full line of premium clean labeled plant-forward, meat alternatives, with zero compromise on taste and texture, we look to lead the plant-based protein shift; we look to provide great products to the consumer, that in return, make a positive impact on our plant and the environment,” said Alex Kramarchuk, CEO of PAOW!. “Our brand stands apart from competitors because we are meeting increased consumer demand for a clean-labeled, versatile, premium quality plant protein solution for every meal. There has been a 37% growth of plant-based proteins over the past two years, with 18% growth over the past year, and to boot, 44% of US consumers identify as flexitarian.” Up until now, PAOW! was only available B2B through Dot Foods and distributed to universities/colleges, restaurants, healthcare institutions, hotels/resorts and theme parks/arenas/facilities. “As plant-based alternatives gain more popularity showing up on dinner plates across the nation, PAOW! brings many flavorful options to your home kitchen without compromising the quality of the ingredients,” said Robyn Almodovar, PAOW!’s Corporate Chef. “Future Foods is breaking the status quo on the stigma towards plant-based products with revolutionary flavor profiles and premium texture. Our PAOW!™ Pieces can take any dish to the next level.” Consumers may recognize Almodovar from TV shows such as Fox’s Hell’s Kitchen with Chef Gordon Ramsay and Food Network’s Chopped and Cutthroat Kitchen. Today, Almodovar is at the helm of PAOW!’s kitchen, developing many of the new flavors and creating an arsenal of delectable recipes spotlighting PAOW!’s versatility in flavor, texture and cooking method. Her goal is to teach consumers how to be more creative in the kitchen and get out of their comfort zones. Stand out recipes include Tikka Masala, Tacos Al Pastor and Asian Ginger Sticky Noodles. This past fall, PAOW! partnered with University of Florida’s Gator Dining Services to give students the opportunity to be part of what Future Foods called a “plant-based taste revolution.” PAOW! surveyed the students, ultimately giving them a chance to select which products made the cut for the brand’s consumer launch. Based on the student surveys, bold and global was the clear direction. PAOW!’s products will be offered in 8 oz. bags, shipped in premium packaging. To learn more about PAOW!’s products and to view recipes, visit www.getpaow.com. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of PAOW!

Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade is pleased to announce it has named Cristiane Melo, (18), its 2022 Youth of the Year. A panel of Club staff and administration served as the judges to select this year’s Youth of the Year. Melo was born in Angola, Africa. After losing her mother to Lupus at the age of seven, she moved to the United States with her aunt and sister in 2013. In 2016, she moved back to Angola and then shortly thereafter moved to Portugal to be closer to her grandmother. In 2018, Melo and her sister returned to Miami. The frequent moves between countries and schools significantly impacted Melo’s grades. Melo made a promise to her grandmother that she’d become a model daughter, one that would have made her mother proud if she were alive. Melo, a senior at Coral Gables Senior High School with a 3.6 GPA, has been a member of the Hank Kline Club since 2019. Since joining Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade, she has become an active member in school and Club activities, holding leadership positions such as Company Commander of her JROTC unit and Vice President of HIP, Keystone and Teen Programs. Melo will be graduating in June 2022, making the Superior Honor Roll. She plans to attend Miami Dade College and study marketing. During her time at the Club, she has matured by placing her focus on her education and giving back to the community, recognizing the Club’s impact on her success. “Cristiane has proven to be the model ambassador for Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade and has earned the title of 2022 Youth of the Year,” said Alex Rodriguez-Roig, president of Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade. “She embodies the Club’s values including leadership and service and has overcome adversity to achieve academic success. All of us at Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade congratulate her for all of her hard work and commitment to the Club and our community.” Melo and 29 other teens from Florida Boys & Girls Clubs will be competing for the 2022 Florida Youth of the Year title. The winner of the state title will receive a $2,500 scholarship, laptop computer and printer. Every year since 1955, youth from various Boys & Girls Clubs across Florida have competed for the opportunity to represent Florida as the Florida Youth of the Year. The winner of the state title then competes in the regional competition. Five regional winners then move on, and one is named the Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Youth of the Year. The National Youth of the Year serves as both an exemplary ambassador for Boys & Girls Clubs youth and as a strong voice for all of the nation’s young people. He/she receives a new car courtesy of Toyota, as well as scholarships and cash totaling $60,000. The National Youth of the Year, along with the other four regional runners-up, then travel to Washington, D.C. and speak to members of Congress and meet the president of the United States. To achieve the title of Youth of the Year on any level, Club members must embody the values of leadership and service, academic excellence and a healthy lifestyle. They should exemplify the critical impact that Boys & Girls Clubs have on the lives of young people. The scoring includes candidate essays, an interview, a speech, letters of recommendation and overall application quality. About Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade has been serving youth in the community since 1946. What once was a single building and site for boys has grown to five Clubs serving thousands of boys and girls year-round, providing programs in the areas of character and leadership development, educational enhancement, career preparation, health and life skills, cultural arts and sports, fitness and recreation. Club staffing, initiatives, and programs are designed to inspire and enable area youth and provide them with the resources to succeed and share in the American Dream. For more information, please visitwww.bgcmia.org, www.facebook.com/BoysGirlsClubsMiamiDade, www.instagram.com/bgcmiamidade,www.twitter.com/BGCMia, www.youtube.com/user/BGCMiamiDade, or call 305.446.9910. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade

In this candid conversation with entertainment journalist and podcaster, Allison Kugel for the newest episode of the Allison Interviews podcast, comedian Chaunté Wayans opens up about growing up with her uncles Keenen, Damon, Shawn and Marlon Wayans, and her Aunt Kim Wayans. Chaunté recounts how the Wayans family writes and develops their comedy as a team, and how she forged her own path through two decades of paying her dues in stand up as an LGBTQ comedian. Wayans is currently on Marlon Wayans Presents: The Headliners on HBO Max as the sole LGBTQ performer. This comes on the heels of her critically acclaimed performance on Netflix Is A Joke’s Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready produced by Wanda Sykes. In this intimate and revealing interview, Chaunté talks the Wayans family comedy dynasty, gay marriage, Jay Z, famous funerals, and more. On wanting a refund if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns gay marriage: “I’m getting married. I proposed to my girlfriend, and as we are doing all this stuff and I’m paying for the wedding, now they might take away gay rights. They are already trying to take away abortion. They announced it. But as crazy as that sounds, as mad as I should be, I take something like that and say, ‘Damn! I could save $10,000-$15,000 if they just cut this bill now.’ (laugh) As much as I want to get married and I love my fiancée, that’s my creative process for comedy, where I say, ‘This is messed up, but I’m also getting married in August and gay marriage has been legal for how many years? I should have done this sooner, but I spent money on a ring. I have ten credit cards out on a ring, and now I have to pay for a wedding for Biden to possibly take all of this away. I’m going to assemble a stimulus package for my marriage.’” On never wanting to meet Jay Z: “I was a big fan and I still am a big fan of Jay Z. I had the opportunity to meet Jay Z and Beyonce when they first got together, through my Uncle Damon [Wayans]. However, from past interactions I’ve had, I said, ‘I don’t want to meet him, because if he’s an A-hole then…’ You know what I mean? I want to see him like I can never touch him.” On dealing with paparazzi and autograph seekers at a Wayans family funeral: “One of my great aunts passed away. My Uncle Marlon [Wayans] and I just finished this show and we get off the plane and we get to the funeral, and there are two dudes standing outside in their shorts holding pictures and things for [my family] to sign. We have no idea who these people are, but they are here getting autographs at our great aunt’s funeral. We go into the funeral, and you would think seeing all these older church lady types that they would know nothing about technology. Towards the end of the funeral, every old person in there pulls out their phone to do snapchats and selfies with my family. Mind you, they were so involved with taking pictures of my family that they left my dead great aunt in the funeral home, while we are all crying. These are the things that happen. That is why you have to start to pay attention to certain things (laughing), because that is how you find comedy.” On the Wayans formula for writing jokes: “When I started doing comedy, I went to Shawn (Wayans) first. I was on tour with Shawn and he sat me down to show me how to develop a joke, and we watched certain specials together. Or at 3am I would call one of them and say, ‘I did this joke and I don’t know how it worked.’ There was a structure to writing jokes, and they were all very supportive and always answered the phone. The structure comes from them saying, ‘keep going.’ If my family thinks something is funny, you will hear ten minutes of them trying to give you jokes off of what you just said, to the point where you’re like, ‘Hey man, hold on and let me go get a recorder (laugh) or let me right some of this down.’ The Wayans formula is, once you get a joke in, they can’t stop going with it. That’s the real formula.” The Wayans annual family tradition: “Probably playing baseball for the Fourth of July, but everybody is old now (laugh). That is the one thing that we try to do is get together and see the grandkids. We get together and play baseball or dodgeball, but we can’t all move the same as we used to.” On the best advice she’s ever received: “The best advice I ever received was ‘Believe in yourself, trust yourself. Everybody is dealing with some type of insecurity, some type of fear. Just know that you are not alone.’ I’ve gotten that advice from my uncle Damon [Wayans] and my Uncle Keenen [Wayans]. ‘Don’t be afraid, because we are all afraid in some type of way.’” On hoping to write and direct a project for her famous family before they retire: “Funny thing is, I’m working on something right now where I would love my aunt Kim [Wayans] to be my actual aunt on the show. There are a few things I’m always keeping them in mind for. I also feel like they have all done so much that sometimes I think, ‘I hope I get them while they are still in this business.’” About Journalist and Podcast Host Allison Kugel Allison Kugel is a veteran entertainment journalist with more than three hundred long form celebrity and newsmaker interviews published and syndicated, worldwide. She is author of the memoir, Journaling Fame: A memoir of a life unhinged and on the record, and host of the new podcast, Allison Interviews, where listeners can tune in to hear the full conversations behind Allison’s print interviews. Watch and embed the entire interview video with Chaunté Wayans @YouTube. Listen to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow Allison Kugel on Instagram @theallisonkugel and at AllisonInterviews.com. By ML Staff. Interview by Allison Kugel . Images courtesy of Chaunte Wayans

This summer The LOOP invites everyone under the sun to cool down in Fort Lauderdale’s oceanfront backyard with a series of events June through Sept. Highlights include: “LeAnn Rimes the Story…So Far Tour,” presented by Fort Lauderdale LIVE! and Pride Fort Lauderdale; the Movies by Moonlight “Dog Days of Summer” series; Elevate Family Health & Wellness Day; Las Olas Oceanside Park Farmers, Antiques and Artisan Market and Friday Night Soundwaves. Events to Take Place Through Sept. 2022 Including the “LeAnn Rimes the Story…So Far Tour” Special events include: ELEVATE Family Health & Wellness Day | June 12, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Las Olas Oceanside Park, in partnership with FLIPANY, the City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation Department and Children’s Services Council of Broward County, invites the community to join them for the inaugural ELEVATE Family Health & Wellness Day on Sunday, June 12. Coinciding with the annual National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) Family Health & Fitness Day, ELEVATE promotes the importance of parks and recreation in keeping communities active, healthy, and connected. The event and activities will focus on five pillars of health: mental, physical, spiritual, financial and sustainability for a healthy planet. Activities include sample group fitness classes for children, teens and adults, health, wellness and pet care vendors, health screenings, healthy food options, educational demonstrations, age-appropriate games and activities, prizes, giveaways and more. The schedule of activities includes: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: DJ Purple Sun Radio – curator of infectious dance grooves and a feel-good atmosphere 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: P.E. X-Games for all ages 10:20 – 10:25 a.m.: Soca Bounce Fitness Demonstration – a fun, high energy and low impact, interval training workout 10:30 – 11 a.m.: Chair Yoga for active adults with Carolina Figares 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Consultations with Latanya Hopson, Diversity-Equity-Inclusion Activitist, Health Disparity Advocate and Holistic Lifestyle Consultant Ongoing activities includes: New York Life – #LoveInActionWall – The New York Life #LoveInActionWall will give attendees an opportunity to share in words or pictures the times love took action in their lives WE Florida Financial Credit Union – Children's money management, book reading and games; teens financial literacy app LensCrafters – Eye exams, activities for children, contests, and more Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue (FLFR) – CPR classes for all ages With a mission is to provide leadership, advocacy, and resources necessary to enhance the lives of the children and families, the Children’s Services Council of Broward County will present a Family Resource Fair Zone. More than a dozen social service agencies and nonprofits will populate the area to distribute information, including representatives from The Advocacy Network on Disabilities; Children’s Diagnostic and Treatment Center; Children’s Services Council of Broward Co.; City of Fort Lauderdale Parks & Recreation Department; Family Success Center; Florida KidCare; FLIPANY; HandsOn Broward; The Pride Center at Equality Park; SunServe, and more to be announced. OneBlood will be on-site offering guests an opportunity to make a difference with a blood donation. OneBlood is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) community asset responsible for providing safe, available, and affordable blood to more than 200 hospital partners and their patients. Healthy food vendors include Fresh Organics & More, ItalKing Coconut Water, My Hot Vegan, and The Juice Somm. Additional confirmed vendors include Broward County Property Appraiser Office, Chill Otter Co., Clinical Care Medical Centers, Cure Natural Skin Care, Excite My Health, Hourglass Healing Arts, House of Thumbs, Humana, Jessie Bear, Kukeebubee, Liberty Dental Plan, Native Ceuticals Fort Lauderdale, Natura Dermatology, Osteostrong, Pet Wants Fort Lauderdale, PetWellClinic Pembroke Pines, PureLaVie Hydration and Wellness, Rainforest Beauty, Readings by Joanne, Stretch X: The Ultimate Stretching Experience, Suja Juice, The Concierge Practice and Venturi X Caliber. The event is sponsored by Children’s Services of Broward County; City of Fort Lauderdale Parks & Recreation Department; FLIPANY; Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue (FLFR); LensCrafters; New York Life; PetWell Clinic; Suja Juice; and WE Florida Financial Credit Union. Free to the public, 100% of the event profits support active and passive programming related to public health classes, and additional services to create a welcoming year-round gathering space. For details, visit: https://theloopflb.com/events/elevate/ “LeAnn Rimes the Story…So Far Tour” Presented by Fort Lauderdale LIVE! and Pride Fort Lauderdale | June 25, 7:30 – 10 p.m. Fort Lauderdale LIVE! and Pride Fort Lauderdale presents the “LeAnn Rimes the Story…So Far Tour,” at Las Olas Intracoastal Park, 80 Las Olas Circle, on Saturday, June 25. LeAnn Rimes is an international multi-platinum selling acclaimed singer and ASCAP award-winning songwriter who has sold more than 48 million units globally, won 2 Grammy® Awards; 12 Billboard Music Awards; two World Music Awards; three Academy of Country Music Awards; two Country Music Association Awards and one Dove Award. At 14, Rimes won “Best New Artist” making her the youngest solo artist to take home a Grammy® Award, and at 15, she became the first country artist to win “Artist of the Year” at the Billboard Music Awards. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit: https://theloopflb.com/events/fort-lauderdale-live/ Movies by Moonlight “Dog Days of Summer” Series Presented by the City of Fort Lauderdale Beach Improvement District (BID) | July 22, Aug. 26 and Sept. 23 The LOOP invites the community and their furry companions to the Movies by Moonlight “Dog Days of Summer” series on the fourth Friday of the month, July 22, Aug. 26 and Sept. 23. The night of four-legged fun is hosted by the dynamic mom and pup duo, Ana and Teddy, behind the award-winning Instagram @TourwithTeddy and blog "Living A Fairytail." Locals and visitors of all ages are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and a favorite movie date to the main lawn at Las Olas Oceanside Park. Come early to dine at one of Fort Lauderdale Beach’s restaurants or bring a picnic for dinner under the stars. All movies begin at sunset. Movie snacks and drinks are available to purchase onsite; limited chairs and picnic blankets are available to borrow. As part of LauderDEALS, Visit Lauderdale’s summer savings campaign, guests attending will receive complimentary bottle of water with any candy or popcorn purchase. All pre-registered children under the age of ten will received a complimentary bag of popcorn courtesy of WE Florida Financial Credit Union. Pet Hydration Stations from PetWell Clinic Fort Lauderdale and Pembroke Pines are also available. Feature films include: Friday, July 22, 7:45 p.m. | Dog Days (Rated PG) – sponsored by PetWell Clinics Nina Dobrev and Vanessa Hudgens headline the ensemble cast of ‘Dog Days,’ a comedy/drama about the intertwined lives of several Los Angeles residents and their canine companions. The beloved canines in their lives soon start to influence their careers, friendships and romantic relationships in funny and unexpected ways. Friday, Aug. 26, 7:30 p.m. | Best in Show (Rated PG) – sponsored by New York Life and hosted by Tour with Teddy in honor of National Dog Day At the prestigious Mayflower Dog Show, a “documentary film crew” captures the excitement and tension displayed by the eccentric participants in the outrageously hilarious satire Best In Show. This biting send-up exposes the wondrously diverse dog owners who travel from all over America to showcase their four-legged contenders. Friday, Sept. 23, 7:30 p.m. | The Secret Life of Pets (Rated PG) – sponsored by WE Florida Financial Two mismatched mutts get lost in New York City due to their feuding and must work together to find their way home. During their journey, they encounter a vicious bunny who plans to lead a group of abandoned pets on a mission of revenge against humanity. Movies by Moonlight is presented by the City of Fort Lauderdale Beach Improvement District (BID) and sponsored by PetWell Clinic Pembroke Pines/Fort Lauderdale, Blue Moon Adventures and WE Florida Financial Credit Union. View information on places to dine, stay and play at www.MyFortLauderdaleBeach.com For more information, visit: https://theloopflb.com/events/dog-days-of-summer/ Friday Night Sound Waves | Fridays, through July 1 , 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Friday Night Sound Waves, the free weekly concert series presented by the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Beach Business Improvement District, closes out its 7th season on July 1. Friday Night Sound Waves welcomes locals, visitors, the young and the young at heart to enjoy some of South Florida’s best musical talents, performing an eclectic range of genres, including jazz, Latin, country, top 40, indie, oldies and classic rock. Returning this season is the Friday Night Sound Waves Dance Party powered by Florida Power & Light (FPL) during the band break. Attendees are invited to come early to enjoy a pre-concert lawn games and shop the night market, which provides a rotation of food, drinks and handmade crafts, clothing, and accessories, from 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. June’s Friday Night Sound Waves performers include: June 3 – Bombshell, 70's Rock – Bombshell is a tight-knit, 4-piece cover band that puts their own spin on a wide selection of Rock, Pop & Dance music from the 70s – today. June 10 – The Wolfepak Band, Classic Hits and R&B – Wolfepak's repertoire is inspired by their backgrounds in Rock, Blues, Jazz & Funk. Get ready for an action-packed performance filled with powerhouse vocals, full-bodied harmonies, world-class guitar, masterful piano solos, driving bass lines and an equally superb percussion section that will pull the crown deep into the rhythm. June 17 – GDR, Greatest Decades of Rock, 80's/90's Classic Rock – GDR Greatest Decades of Rock are joining Friday Night Sound Waves listeners, to deliver the all-time classic hits of the 70s and 80s. June 24 – Beatlemaniax USA, A Beatles Tribute Band – Presented by Florida Power & Light – Global Beatles Day – In celebration of Global Beatles Day, we welcome BEATLEMANIAX-USA. The BEATLEMANIAX-USA perform the Beatles classic songs from their “touring years”, 1962-1966 and recreate songs from the “studio years” 1967-1970 which were never performed in concert by The Beatles themselves. July’s Friday Night Sound Waves Season Finale performer is: July 1 – Shane Duncan, All genres – Presented by Florida Power & Light – Enjoy the popular The Shane Duncan Band, a high-energy Country and Top 40 band that delivers a nonstop performance and leaves the crowd wanting more. For more information, visit: www.FridayNightSoundWaves.com Las Olas Oceanside Park Farmers, Antiques and Artisan Market | Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Take in breathtaking views of the beach and enjoy the ocean breeze while perusing an eclectic array of traditional market fare. Locals and visitors alike are invited to the lively Las Olas Oceanside Park Farmers, Antiques and Artisan Market every Saturday and on select Sundays from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Visitors will delight in a fine selection of fresh produce, cheese, baked items, plants, handmade goods, jewelry and more from local vendors. Guests can start their morning off with Yoga Fusion on the main lawn hosted by Lisa Pumper, of the Yoga Community of South Florida, from 9:30 – 10:45 a.m. Yoga on the Lawn is $10 advance / $15 day of (cash only). July through September, children under 12 flow free with a paid adult participant. When: · June 4, 11, 18 and 25 · July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 · Aug. 6, 13, 20 and 27 · Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24 For more information, visit: https://theloopflb.com/events/categories/farmers-market/ By ML Staff. Images courtesy of The Loop

On the western stretches of Miami lies Krome Avenue, one of the last remaining vestiges of South Florida’s nostalgic road trips through the Everglades. Krome traces long straight lanes from the northern limits of Miami-Dade County to the farmlands of the Redland and eventually deposits you at the gateway to the Keys. As trucks and motorcycles grind down this country road with “Route 66” appeal, a few trailers with dirt bikes take a quick turn off the beaten path to a non-descript gate just beyond Mack’s Fish Camp. You’ve just entered Miami Motocross Park, an old mining pit that has been converted into a world-class motorbike circuit with hard-packed hills and turns that can challenge anyone to conquer its courses. The first thing you notice is the sound of revving engines suddenly kicking into gear and sputtering off into the distance. Trailers and tents of various sizes harbor dirt bikes as they’re prepped and cleaned for their next turn. This is a family affair; kids and spouses huddle around their encampments as the riders clean and test engines while slapping on the proper safety gear. There are plenty of tough-looking men milling around their mounts, but you soon find that girls and boys are a full part of these activities; the passion for speed often is passed down through generations. The track is open to all classes of riders, from beginner to expert, and includes sessions for a younger set who can barely put their feet on the ground. But they have no fear as they putter onto the beginner course. A pair of teenage sisters don their helmets readying themselves for hard turns and big jumps, encouraged in the tradition started by their doting father. Miami Motocross Park is one of the few tracks located near Miami’s metropolitan paradise. Traditionally, dirt tracks of this size are located in the far reaches of Florida’s remote interiors. This location allows even the incidental tourist to take a break from a sunny beach vacation to test their skills on the challenging hills and turns. Visitors from Europe and Latin America visit frequently. The concession provides bikes and gear for rent, without a major investment of time or money. The owner of the track, Lazaro Borrego, is constantly grooming the lanes of traffic on his bulldozer, wetting down the soil in order to create a hard-pack surface that is unlike any track you may find in other locales. This track is available to all and Lazaro encourages even the youngest novices to enjoy this sport. Miami Motocross park is open on Wednesdays and Weekends, rain or shine and the atmosphere is a welcoming one. Strangers soon become friends who share a passion for that next thrill ride. When you go… Miami Motocross Park 16665 Krome Ave, Hialeah, Fla. 33018 (786) 975-4024 By Scott Barnett. Image courtesy of Miami Motocross Park. Special thanks to Visitflorida.org for this story reprint

Gucci presents a new campaign featuring Oscar-winning actress and film producer Jessica Chastain for its High Jewelry collection. The series of endorsed and still-life images and the dedicated film, imbued with a poetic and timeless aesthetic, evoke the narrative behind the extraordinary new pieces of Hortus Deliciarum. Informed by the far-flung travels taken by artists, scholars, and thinkers searching for knowledge and beauty over two centuries ago, Gucci deciphers places full of wonders for a new age. A creative ode by Alessandro Michele to specific historical and architectural eras suspended in time and space. The journey, inspired by the Grand Tour, reveals romantic, maximalist jewels made with mastery. In the campaign, Chastain inhabits an elegant and eccentric character. An eclectic collector of fashion, art, and experiences, the Hortus Deliciarum jewelry she wears represents the mementos her character has accumulated throughout her life travels. Vivid and cinematic, the film reveals a succession of different scenes, with the decoration of each room representing another phase in the rich personal history of Chastain's character. Art directed by Ezra Petronio and shot by Mert & Marcus, the film and its accompanying images possess a voyeuristic, intimate quality, combining tightly-shot portraits with atmospheric wider shots to reveal hints of the character's unpredictability and the opulence of her home. Balancing artful, psychedelic elegance with edgy, contemporary notes, the campaign deftly juxtaposes the past, present and future. At once timeless and daringly modern, it is an extraordinary celebration of the new Hortus Deliciarum High Jewelry collection. Campaign credits Creative Director: Alessandro Michele Art Director: Ezra Petronio Photographer & Director: Mert & Marcus Make-up: Mary Greenwell Hair: under production Music: “Apocalypse” Written by Gregory Steven Gonzalez Published by Sleepy Bow Publishing Administered by Kobalt Music Publishing Worldwide Ltd ℗ Partisan Records 2017 By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Gucci

Images courtesy of Hermès. Images by Alessandro Lucioni, Gorunway

It’s time to put on the red, white and blue! Gulfstream Park will host its Freedom Fest on Monday, July 4, from 6-10 p.m. The celebration will feature an array of entertainment including family activities, music, food and a trackside fireworks show. In the evening, food options will be available for purchase including burgers and other tempting treats from Derby Grill, Silks Provisions and a BBQ pop-up. A DJ at the Breezeway Bar will be spinning all the popular favorites alongside performances from stilt walkers, acrobats, jugglers and more. Guests who would like a private/group setting can reserve a third-floor suite suitable for parties of 8-12 overlooking all the fun. For additional thrills, the Casino featuring 600 Vegas-style slots will be open from 10 a.m. – 3 a.m. Visit the Carousel Club from 4 p.m. – 1 a.m. for some imaginative cocktails, chic décor and an antique carousel bar at its center! The line-up of Freedom Fest activities include: The BBQ |5:30 – 10 p.m. Guests can enjoy an elevated view of the fireworks show, BBQ buffet with brisket, burgers and more for $35 per person at Ten Palms. The Party | 6 – 10 p.m. The celebration kicks off with a DJ at Breezeway Bar, stilt walkers, acrobats, jugglers and more. Food is available for purchase from Derby Grill, Silks Provisions and a BBQ pop-up. Fireworks Show | 9 p.m. Gulfstream Park will host a spectacular fireworks display. The best areas to view the show are on the trackside apron and grandstand seating area. The event is free to enter. Food and drink are at guest’s discretion. The BBQ is $35 a person. For more information about Freedom Fest, please visit: https://www.gulfstreampark.com/event/entertainment/july4 To reserve a suite, please contact: ray.briels@gulfstreampark.com. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Gulfstream Park. Top image by Unsplash

To ceviche their own! SuViche at CityPlace Doral will be celebrating National Ceviche Day on Tuesday, June 28, 2022. Guests can enjoy $24 bottomless ceviches from 3 p.m. to close. SuViche is the perfect combination of Japanese and Peruvian cuisines. It offers a variety of beautifully crafted and flavorful sushi rolls, ceviches and sautéed Peruvian specialties. Going beyond traditional recipes, SuViche provides fresh, fast and sustainable cuisine. The award-winning restaurant has delicious ceviche featuring fish, shrimp or other seafood marinated in fresh lime juice and SuViche Peruvian sauce. Most are garnished with canchita, choclo and camote, topped with thinly sliced red onions and your choice of sauce made fresh daily–available at the CityPlace Doral location. CityPlace Doral is an attractive leisure destination offering a collection of memorable dining, shopping, wellness and entertainment experiences. Featuring 250,000 square feet of retail space, CityPlace Doral is a master-planned, mixed-use development nestled in the dynamic employment center of Doral in the heart of Miami-Dade County. CityPlace Doral combines the vision of world-renowned architects, designers and artists creating the next crown jewel of prosperous dining, entertainment and upscale shopping in one of South Florida’s growing cities. CityPlace Doral includes more than 40 dining, shopping and entertainment destinations for all palettes and walks of life, and the property’s entertainment retail component is anchored by a roster of first-class tenants from all over the country. SuViche is located at CityPlace Doral, 8300 NW 36th St., Doral, FL 33166. For more information, visit https://cityplacedoral.com/ By ML Staff. Image courtesy of CityPlace Doral

El-Ad National Properties, an Elad Group company, officially announced residence #605 as the last move-in ready opportunity in phase one of ALINA Residences Boca Raton (ALINA 200), a world-class residential destination in the heart of Boca Raton. Comprised of 121 residences, the nine-story ALINA 200 offers one final opportunity to purchase a new home in one of Boca Raton’s most desirable new luxury developments. Available for immediate occupancy, this spacious, light-filled residence offers over 4,500 interior square feet, including 4 bedrooms + den and 5.5 bathrooms with soaring ceilings, accented by floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening to an expansive 850-square-foot terrace, accentuated by spectacular golf course and ocean views. The spacious residence offers organic craftsmanship throughout, a custom Scavolini kitchen with high-performance appliances, while the primary bedroom suite offers custom walk-in closets and a gracious, spa-inspired primary bathroom complete with rain shower and stand-alone soaking tub. “Achieving a near sellout of phase one speaks volumes to the high demand for the ALINA lifestyle,” said Noam Ziv, CEO of El-Ad National Properties. “We are proud to offer a new standard of modern living in downtown Boca Raton with expansive designer-inspired residences, resort-style amenities, a sense of community and well-staffed services. ALINA’s current residents continue to show their admiration for the project by referring their friends and family to join the ALINA lifestyle by purchasing in phase two.” Designed by architect Peter Stromberg of Garcia Stromberg/GS4 Studios and brought to life by Moss Construction, ALINA Residences Boca Raton became a beacon of modern living in Boca Raton with seamless indoor/outdoor living spaces, an extraordinary suite of wellness-inspired amenity spaces and a central downtown location. The residential development was named Project of the Year at the 63rd annual Construction Association of South Florida’s Craftsmanship Award (CASF) and awarded Best Architecture/Design by South Florida Business Journal’s 2021 Structure Awards. Phase one (ALINA 200) residences feature one- to four-bedrooms with interior living spaces ranging from 1,400 to over 4,800 square feet, designer Scavolini kitchens, spa-inspired bathrooms, dens, and private terraces overlooking the iconic The Boca Raton golf course. ALINA 200 includes 102 turnkey homes, 12 penthouses and an exclusive collection of seven villas with expansive terraces and private gardens. Offering serene moments, residents enjoy over 32,000 square feet of private outdoor amenity spaces, including a private rooftop pool deck with lounges and cabanas, outdoor dining and entertainment areas, meditation greenspace, and more. Indoor amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, his and her spas and an elegantly appointed clubroom. In March 2022, El-Ad National broke ground on the second and final phase, which is comprised of two new residential buildings (ALINA 210 and ALINA 220) that will complete the entire project. ALINA 210, the centerpiece of ALINA, includes nine stories and 30 exquisite corner residences. Floor plans will feature three-to four-bedrooms with den, ranging in sizes from 3,300 to 5,400 interior square feet. ALINA 210 will feature a suite of thoughtfully curated amenities exclusive to the 30 residences. Prices start at just under $4 million. ALINA 220, with a similar design to phase one’s ALINA 200, will feature European-designed kitchens, rain showers in the primary bathrooms, and elegant organic craftsmanship throughout. ALINA 220’s 152 residences will include a selection of one- to four-bedroom with den floor plans, ranging in sizes from 1,400 to 5,400 interior square feet and pricing from just under $2 million to $8 million. Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, the exclusive sales team, continues to receive extensive sales interest in the second phase of the development, which is expected to be completed by Q3 2024. Phase two is already 40 percent sold. ALINA 200 is located at 200 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton, Florida 33432. Phase two will be situated on 210 and 220 SE Mizner Blvd. For more information, please visit www.alinabocaraton.com. With over three decades of high-end development experience in New York City, Los Angeles and Toronto, Elad Group entered the South Florida market a few years ago through El-Ad National Properties. By expeditiously seizing opportunities, El-Ad National Properties has earned a sterling reputation as an agile, entrepreneurial company with high expectations and solid values, a philosophy shared by all employees. El-Ad National Properties is leaving its footprint on South Florida with ALINA Residences Boca Raton as its first new development from the ground up project. More on ALINA Residences Boca Raton Developed by El-Ad National Properties, ALINA Residences Boca Raton is a world-class residential destination featuring resort-inspired amenities with a focus on wellness and accented by indoor and outdoor art installations. Designed by architects Garcia Stromberg/GS4 Studios and brought to life by Moss Construction, ALINA Residences phase one (ALINA 200) was completed in March 2021 as a nine-story, 121-residence building. In March 2022, El-Ad National broke ground on the second and final phase, which is comprised of two new residential buildings (ALINA 210 and ALINA 220). With sales led by Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, residences in the three towers will range from one to four bedrooms and span from 1,400 to over 5,400 square feet, with many featuring dens and private terraces that overlook the iconic Boca Raton Resort & Club golf course. Residences are priced from just under $2 million to $8 million. Once ALINA 210 and ALINA 220 are completed in Q3 2024, the full luxury property will feature a total of 303 units and residents can explore a myriad of shared spaces and amenities across the expansive campus, including over three acres of private outdoor amenity space, two private rooftop pools, outdoor dining and entertainment areas, lavish green spaces, outdoor yoga spaces, two dog parks, top-of-the-line fitness centers, generously sized club rooms, and His and Hers Spas with dry saunas, steam rooms, treatment rooms and indoor and outdoor relaxation rooms. For more information, please visit www.alinabocaraton.com. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Alina Boca Raton

Modelo® has partnered with world-renowned artist, Shawn McCann, to create murals that will amplify the brand’s ongoing support for the art-driven and diverse communities in the Southeast. This summer, McCann will transform ordinary walkways into multidimensional murals at CityPlace Doral in Miami, as well as in Atlanta, and Charlotte, that will be available for consumer engagement over a one-week period. In celebration of the mural’s release at CityPlace Doral, Modelo will host a summer-themed event on Father’s Day Sunday, June 19, from 1 – 6 p.m. Consumers will enjoy the full experience complete with live DJ entertainment, one-of-a-kind photo opportunities, and sampling! Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet Shawn McCann as he completes his work in a live art showcase and formally introduces the public to Modelo’s newest expression of art appreciation. "As an artist, working with such an esteemed brand as Modelo, it is a joy and honor to bring 3D anamorphic art to a number of locations this summer to coincide with its Summer Art Experience,” said McCann. “Having created 3D experiences around the globe, I am excited to bring the Modelo Fighting Spirit to the streets and have a fun posable piece that everyone will be able to interact with." Modelo welcomes all consumers ages 21+ to partake in the upcoming art releases scheduled alongside the season’s best events offered by each city! Modelo will proudly install the murals in locations that continue to serve as the bases for achievements in cultural development, art, and creativity. Join Modelo as the brand continues to inspire people to celebrate the remarkable works of diverse artists, Hispanic pride, and the impacts on each city from the achievements of the gifted individuals that make up America’s art communities. Born in 1925 in the small town of Tacuba, Mexico, Modelo has been bringing distinctive high-quality beer to those with the Fighting Spirit ever since, including Modelo Especial®, Modelo Negra®, Modelo Chelada Especial™, and a flavorful lineup of Modelo Cheladas™. Modelo Especial is a golden, full-flavored Pilsner-style lager with a clean, crisp finish. As the #1 imported beer in the U.S., Modelo Especial recently surpassed 150MM cases sold in 2021 and became the #2 beer brand in the category. The Modelo family of beers are exclusively brewed in Mexico and imported and marketed for the U.S. by Constellations Brands. As an artist, Shawn McCann is one who loves to explore the relationship of art, space, and interaction, and has grown into a multi-media, multi-disciplinary artist whose work explores color, texture, form, and content. This approach has led to the many areas in which Shawn’s work has encompassed including; 2D and 3D street painting, murals, fine art, installation art, temporary and permanent art and commercial illustration. From the installation of a temporary 4000 square foot mural at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, to a mural at IIT Bombay in Mumbai, India, each work of art is produced with a fresh set of ideas, parameters, and ways in which to enliven the space within its grasp. His work has won numerous awards and is held in private and public collections, and has also been featured twice at the LA Times Festival of Books as a featured illustrator. Shawn has also worked on two National Endowment for the Arts Grant (Mural and Artist Residency) and also a Minnesota Legacy grant for mural work in numerous cities. Select street art festivals Shawn has been apart of include the Dubai Canvas festival in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, The Arte Al Piso Festival in Bogota, Colombia, Coloured Earth Festival, Halifax, United Kingdom, Wilhelmshaven International Street Art festival in Germany, the Sarasota Chalk Festival, and Artisphere. Shawn is also the co-founder of Chalkfest at Arbor Lakes, a festival that has yearly attendance of 40,000 and has also founded 6 other street art festivals in the midwest. CityPlace Doral is an attractive leisure destination offering a collection of memorable dining, shopping, wellness and entertainment experiences. Featuring 250,000 square feet of retail space, CityPlace Doral is a master-planned, mixed-use development nestled in the dynamic employment center of Doral in the heart of Miami-Dade County. CityPlace Doral combines the vision of world-renowned architects, designers and artists creating the next crown jewel of prosperous dining, entertainment and upscale shopping in one of South Florida’s growing cities. CityPlace Doral includes more than 40 dining, shopping and entertainment destinations for all palettes and walks of life, and the property’s entertainment retail component is anchored by a roster of first-class tenants from all over the country. CityPlace Doral is located at 8300 NW 36th St., Doral, FL 33166. For more information, visit www.cityplacedoral.com. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Unsplash and CityPlace Doral.