The 2022 Miami Open presented by Itaú announced its full list of wildcards and the group includes three former Grand Slam singles champions and the reigning Australian Open men’s doubles champions. The five men’s main draw singles wildcards are highlighted by three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray and Australian superstar Nick Kyrgios. The remaining men’s main draw wildcards have been granted to Jack Draper, Jordan Thompson and Juncheng Shang. In addition, Kyrgios and doubles partner Thanasi Kokkinakis, fresh off their Australian Open title run, have been granted a doubles main-draw wildcard along with the team of current World No. 5 and seven-time ATP title winner Stefanos Tsitsipas and partner Feliciano Lopez. The event has one men’s doubles wildcard still available. The eight women’s main draw wildcards features, four-time Grand Slam champion and former World No. 1 Naomi Osaka, and 2020 Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin. Wildcards were also granted to Astra Sharma, Hailey Baptiste, Linda Fruhvirtova, Alexandra Eala, Ashlyn Krueger and Robin Montgomery. The tournament issued a doubles wildcard to the Madison Keys and Jessica Pegula. The tournament has two women’s doubles wildcards remaining. The Miami Open, the iconic tennis and entertainment festival, returns to Hard Rock Stadium, March 21 – April 3 with the energy and excitement that has long made it the place to be in March. The tournament player field boasts Grand Slam-level talent including 15 players with a combined 26 career Grand Slam singles titles. Overall, 71 of the top 75 ranked women and 65 of the top 75 ranked men are entered to compete in Miami. In 2022, fans can expect a greater guest experience that includes the best in art, food, fashion and music. Some new and exciting changes to the site include a new Butch Buchholz Family Stadium with seating for more than 3500, new multi-level structures hosting amazing culinary options, live entertainment, retail stores and more. Guests will have the opportunity to ride the gondola, giving them a unique bird’s eye view perspective of the site. There will also be new green spaces and sponsor activations for everyone to enjoy. Tickets to the 2022 Miami Open are on sale now and available by phone at 305-943-6736 or online at www.miamiopen.com. Individual session tickets start at $18 so get your tickets today. Ticket packages, mini-plans, group programs, and luxury hospitality offerings are also available. Qualifying rounds will be March 21-22 and will determine the final 12 slots in each singles’ draw. The women’s main draw begins on Tuesday, March 22, followed by the first round of the men’s main draw on Wednesday, March 23. Men's Main Drew Wildcards Andy Murray, GBR Nick Kyrgios, AUS Jack Draper, GBR Jordan Thompson, AUS Juncheng Shang, CHN Women's Main Drew Wildcards Naomi Osaka, Japan Sofia Kenin, USA Hailey Baptiste, USA Astra Sharma, AUS Linda Fruhvirtova, CZE Alexandra Eala, PHI Ashlyn Krueger, USA Robin Montgomery, USA Men's Qualifying Wildcards Emilio Nava, USA Michael Mhoh, USA Shintaro Mochizuki, JPN Martin Damm, USA Ulises Blanch, USA Women's Qualifying Wildcards Alycia Parks, USA Storm Sanders, AUS Rebecca Marino, CAN Christina McHale, USA Natasja Schunk, GER Xiyu Wang, CHN Men's Main Drew Doubles Wildcards Nick Kyrgios (AUS)/ Thanasi Kokkinakis (AUS) Feliciano Lopez (ESP)/Stefanos Tsitsipas (GRE) Women's Main Drew Doubles Wildcards Madison Keys (USA)/Jessica Pegula (USA) By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Miami Open

Chotto Matte, the pioneering global Nikkei dining destination with locations in London, Toronto and Miami Beach (and upcoming outposts in Doha, Riyadh, San Francisco and Beverly Hills), has announced it will release its first NFT in conjunction with NFT Week and the 2022 Bitcoin Miami conference on April 5, 2022. Chotto Matte was founded in London in 2013 by Kurt Zdesar, a visionary restaurateur with more than 30 years of experience in global hospitality. Thanks to Zdesar’s avant-garde vision, the Chotto Matte brand has always been at the forefront of innovation, so it comes as no surprise that it is entering the world of crypto – or that it is one of the first in the hospitality industry to release an NFT with a membership-benefit aspect. "Innovation is a pillar of the Chotto Matte brand; from the menu to design, we always aim to push the boundaries,” says Kurt Zdesar, Owner and Founder of Chotto Matte. “After great successes in the US, Europe and Canada, the crypto space is another market I want to explore. It's the future and there is so much yet to be done!" Dubbed The Founder, Chotto Matte’s first official NFT will be a one-time-release collectible chip card that grants its owner exclusive membership access with an array of bespoke benefits, redeemable all over the world, and designed to mirror the advantages accessed by Zdesar. Never-before-seen perks include: personal invitations to every Chotto Matte restaurant opening around the world, plus first-class flights and five-star accommodations; access to a yearly distillery, vineyard and premium farm visit; New Year’s Eve dinner invitation for six at any Chotto Matte location; an exclusive at home experience with Chotto’s Executive Chef himself; one major sports event ticket for two people per year (FIFA, F1, boxing, etc.); and more! The Founder will be a Chotto Matte-branded digital wallet that the owner can access through a portal containing the list of their perks. When the owner wants to redeem a perk, they simply click on the event, and a team member from Chotto Matte will reach out to them to coordinate. There will only be ONE Founder NFT produced, and it is currently the only Chotto Matte membership available, adding to its exclusivity. However, as Zdesar explains, “This exclusive membership represents our first, but not our last, leap into the metaverse,”. The Founder NFT will be available for purchase on Open Sea for $1 million USD. Chotto Matte will host a special launch event on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, from 7 p.m. to midnight. The event will seamlessly align with Miami NFT Week (April 1-3 at Mana Wynwood Convention Center) and the Bitcoin 2022 conference (April 6-9 at Miami Beach Convention Center), which are expected to welcome thousands of crypto enthusiasts, innovators, and regulators from all over the world. The visual part of the NFT is currently top secret and will be revealed on the day of the event. The 10/31, made with Hakushu 12-year-old Japanese whisky and garnished with a theatrical flammable dollar bill that reveals a Bitcoin coin. The launch event will celebrate the restaurant’s entrance into the metaverse with live crypto-inspired performances, exhilarating entertainment and lavish costumes. Individuals from the conference will be able to flash their Whale or Industry passes to unlock a secret curated menu showcasing the most opulent Nikkei dishes (available to purchase only in Bitcoin). “It’s guaranteed to leave you starry-eyed,” continues Zdesar. Also accessible with a crypto wallet will be a limited-edition Bitcoin-inspired cocktail, the 10/31, made with Hakushu 12-year-old Japanese whisky and garnished with a theatrical flammable dollar bill that reveals a Bitcoin coin. The 10/31 is a nod to the day Satoshi Nakamoto sent his white paper and changed the world. Chotto Matte Miami Beach is open Monday through Friday for happy hour from 3-5 p.m. and dinner from 5 p.m. to midnight, and Saturdays and Sundays from noon to midnight. Chotto Matte will be open for dinner service on April 5 as usual and is accepting reservations. There is no special ticket needed to partake in the festivities. Chotto Matte is located at 1666 Lenox Avenue in Miami Beach. Call 305-690-0743 or visit chotto-matte.com/miami. Follow Chotto Matte on Facebook and Instagram. #ComeAsYouAre By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Chotto Matte

A collection that celebrates the 40th anniversary of Giorgio Armani and pays homage to his heritage and history. Images courtesy of Giorgio Armani

Superbowl 2022 enjoyed an electrifying performance by the incomparable Mary J. Blige who brought the hip-hop heat to a star studded, fast paced, powerful halftime show, joined by legends Snoop Dog and Doctor Dre. Blige, who recently released her album “Good Morning Gorgeous” to critical acclaim, will reprise her high energy show at the 15th Annual Jazz in the Gardens (JITG) Music Festival, which takes place on March 12 and 13, 2022. The R&B megastar, who also stars in the riveting Starz series “Power Book II”, is the only headline artist to perform three times in the festival’s 15-year history. Affectionally known as “the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul”, Blige was invited back after thousands of fans clamored for her return to the country’s fastest growing jazz/R&B festival, presented by the City of Miami Gardens, the largest Black city in Florida. Jazz in the Gardens (JITG) full line up is Mary J. Blige, H.E.R, Rick Ross, The Isley Brothers, SWV, The Roots with special guest T-Pain, Stokely, Johnathan McReynolds, Mike Phillips and Mark Allen Felton, with local performers still to be announced. Syndicated radio host and comedian Rickey Smiley will return as the host for the 2022 JITG. In 2020, in the wake of the global pandemic, Jazz in the Gardens was forced to cancel just two days before the doors were slated to open. Now, almost two years later, the 2022 festival represents an impressive comeback as the City of Miami Gardens’ signature event and is anticipated to be an even better experience for the thousands of loyal and eager ticket buyers who hail from all over the world. Entrants will be required to show a valid COVID-19 vaccination card or a negative COVID-19 test. Social distancing protocols will be observed and face masks will be strongly encouraged. ““Not only are we excited for the return of Jazz in the Gardens, but we are also honored to host Mary J. Blige once again in the great City of Miami Gardens,” said Mayor Rodney Harris. “Mary J is an outstanding artist who consistently delivers a soulful and entertaining performance for her audience. We are happy to welcome her back to Miami Gardens, and to share the experience with all the Jazz in the Gardens fans.” “As a manager, my clients have played this festival several times over the past decade” said Shawn Gee, President of Live Nation Urban, “so when presented with the opportunity to work alongside the city to produce the event this year, I was super excited.  Jazz in the Gardens is one of the most important live events in the culture of Jazz & R&B music, globally. Our goal is not only to produce a stellar event, but to let the world know about the hidden gem that City of Miami Gardens has with this event”. ‘We are honored to partner with Mayor Harris and the City of Miami Gardens on the 15th Anniversary of Jazz in the Gardens”, said Brittany Flores, President of Live Nation Florida. “The event is staple here in South Florida and we are beyond excited to help continue the tradition and usher in the next chapter of this amazing event”. The 15th Annual Jazz in the Gardens also showcases an eclectic mix of goods and great buys in the Merchandise Village and delicious, exotic cuisine in the Food Village Tickets on-sale now at www.jazzinthegardens.com - Follow @jazzinthegardens By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Miami Gardens, FL

Miami New Drama Artistic Director Michel Hausmann and Managing Director Nicholas Richberg are pleased to announce the world premiere production of When Monica Met Hillary, a new play by Winter Miller (The Public Theater’s In Darfur) and directed by Margot Bordelon (Playwrights Horizons’ Wives). When Monica Met Hillary will play at the Colony Theatre (1040 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL.) from March 3 - March 27, with opening night set for March 5. The cast for When Monica Met Hillary will feature Kyra Kennedy (Mystic Pizza) as Monica Lewinsky, Danielle Skraastad (Hurricane Diane at NYTW/WP) as Hillary Clinton, Mia Matthews (MND’s 7 Deadly Sins) as Marcia Lewis, and Rasha Zamamiri (“The Blacklist”) as Huma Abedin. Girl meets boss. Girl falls for boss. Girl loses everything. A First Lady breaks the glass ceiling...only to find another. Monica and Hillary have never met. Until now. You think you know the story. After all, you did hear it from the media, the news, the tabloids…but you might come to realize you don’t know it at all. This story is about mothers and daughters, ambitious politicians who are devoted wives, and, yes, the men…but they don’t have a say in how this story ends. Monica and Hillary have never met, never spoken to each other; but what if, years later, they did meet? A world-premiere play written by Winter Miller (The Public Theater’s In Darfur) and directed by Margot Bordelon (Playwrights Horizons’ Wives). Playwright Winter Miller says, “If these two exceptionally resilient women do meet one day, I’d for sure want to be a fly on the wall. But if that never happens, this play is a boxing match between two of this and last century’s most famous women on earth, well, aside from Charli D’Amelio.” “This is a show about women that were put under a tiny microscope by the media, by this country, and scrutinized to the point that stripped them of their humanity. It’s a great honor to be working with brilliant artists like Winter Miller and Margot Bordelon who will make the reclaiming of this narrative resonate in the current world we live in,” says Artistic Director Michel Hausmann, who commissioned the piece. The award-winning design team features scenic design by Reid Thompson, costume design by Dina El-Aziz, lighting design by Yuki Nakase Link, and sound design & composition by Palmer Hefferan. Casting is by Laura Stanczyk. Emma Iacometta serves as stage manager. Tickets ($45 -$85) are available for purchase by visiting miaminewdrama.org or by calling (305) 674-1040. Winner of the 2021 Drama League Award for the innovatively groundbreaking original production of 7 Deadly Sins, Miami New Drama is a bilingual professional theater company committed to the development of new work of primarily BIPOC artists, in conversation with the diverse and extraordinary city of Miami Beach, with a vision of theater as a powerful form of social engagement. Miami New Drama is the managing resident company of the historic Colony Theatre on Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. A Wonderful World was the first production of an exciting season that includes three additional world premieres, When Monica Met Hillary, The Cuban Vote, and Papá Cuatro. Miami New Drama is made possible with the support of the City of Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, Miami Foundation, the Jorge M. Perez Family Foundation, and the Knight Foundation. Follow Miami New Drama on Facebook and Instagram. CAST Kyra Kennedy (Monica Lewinsky) most recently originated the role of Kat Arujo in the World Premiere of Mystic Pizza the musical. She was last in Florida with the First National tour of Waitress. Danielle Skraastad (Hillary Clinton). Off-Broadway: Paris (Atlantic), Hurricane Diane (NYTW/WP), IHO (Signature/The Public) and The Wake (The Public), The Pain and the Itch (Playwrights Horizons), Big Times (W.E.T.). Film/TV: Draw Up and Stare, "Succession." MFA NYU. Mia Matthews (Marcia Lewis). Miami New Drama: 7 Deadly Sins. Off-Broadway credits include Michael McKeever’s After, Henry IV, pts 1 and 2 (The Public), Mizlansky/Zilinsky (Manhattan Theatre Club). South Florida: Maltz Jupiter Theater, Zoetic Stage, Gablestage, Island City Stage. TV and film: series regular on “Every Witch Way,” Hallmark Channel, Lifetime. Upcoming: Freeform’s “Single Drunk Female.” Rasha Zamamiri (Huma Abedin). TV credits include: “The Blacklist” as Safiya Maroun, “Leverage: Redemption,” “BlueBloods,” and “Ramy.” Theatre credits include Kiss, The Who & The What, and Aftermath. AudioFile Earphones Award-winning narration of The Unbroken, by C.L Clark. Creatives Winter Miller (Playwright) is an award-winning playwright. Plays include No One Is Forgotten and the opera libretto for No One Is Forgotten, In Darfur, Spare Rib and Animalia Arthropoda. Upcoming children’s book Not a Cat. She wrote for The New York Times. Margot Bordelon (Director) is a New York-based director who specializes in new work. Off-Broadway credits include: Wives (Playwrights Horizons), Something Clean (Roundabout Underground), Do You Feel Anger? (Vineyard), Eddie and Dave (Atlantic), Plot Points in Our Sexual Development (LCT3), Too Heavy For Your Pocket (Roundabout Underground), The Pen (Premieres NYC), A Delicate Ship (Playwrights Realm). www.margotbordelon.com Reid Thompson (Scenic Designer) designs scenery for theater, opera and TV/film. NYC: Playwrights Horizons, Roundabout, Atlantic, Ma-Yi, Clubbed Thumb. Regional: Denver Center, Actors Theater of Louisville, Baltimore Center Stage, Virginia Stage, Asolo Rep, Yale Rep. TV: “Jigsaw,” “Bridge and Tunnel,” and “And Just Like That.” Dina El-Aziz (Costume Designer) is a British-Egyptian Costume Designer based in New York. Born and raised in the UK, she moved to Egypt to study Art and Communication and Media Arts at AUC. A graduate of the Design for Stage and Film MFA program at NYU’s Tisch School for the Arts, Dina has worked on numerous productions in NYC and across the US. Learn more: www.dinae.me Yuki Nakase Link (Lighting Designer) Previously with Miami New Drama: Seven Deadly Sins, The Cubans, The Bridge of San Luis Rey, Queen of Basel. Recent: Our Town (Dallas Theater Center), In A Grove (Pittsburgh Opera). M.F.A.: NYU. https://yukinlink.com/ Palmer Hefferan (Sound Design and Composition) has designed over 75 productions on and Off-Broadway, including Grand Horizons (2ST), The Lifespan of a Fact (Studio 54) and the upcoming Broadway revival of The Skin of Our Teeth (LCT). In 2019, she received an Obie Award for Sustained Excellence in Sound Design. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Miami New Drama

The prestigious American Heritage Schools is proud to announce that 21 students from the Class of 2022 (Broward Campus, 13 and Palm Beach Campus, 8) have been nominated for the Presidential Scholars award, making American Heritage Schools the No. 1 school in Florida for the highest number of Presidential Scholar candidates. The U.S. Presidential Scholars is the nation’s most prestigious recognition for distinguished graduating high school seniors. The candidates were selected from nearly 3.6 million students expected to graduate from United States high schools in 2022. Scholars are selected on the basis of superior academic and artistic achievements, leadership qualities, strong character and involvement in community and school activities. “Achieving Presidential Scholar status is one of the highest academic honors bestowed upon a graduating high school student,” said Dr. Doug Laurie, president of American Heritage Schools. “We are proud to have 21 students qualify for this prestigious nomination. Each student exemplifies extraordinary achievements, strong character, and community involvement, and their work and continued pursuit of excellence are admired.” The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964 by Executive Order of the President to recognize some of the nation’s most distinguished graduating seniors for their accomplishments in many areas: academic success, leadership, and service to school and community. It was expanded in 1979 to recognize students demonstrating exceptional scholarship and talent in the visual, creative, and performing arts. In 2015, the program was expanded once again to recognize students who demonstrate ability and accomplishment in career and technical fields. Annually, up to 161 U.S. Presidential Scholars are chosen from among that year’s senior class, representing excellence in education and the promise of greatness in America’s youth. A distinguished panel of educators will review these submissions and select approximately 600 semifinalists in early April. The Commission on Presidential Scholars, a group of up to 32 eminent citizens appointed by the President, will select the finalists, and the U.S. Department of Education will announce the Scholars in May. U.S. Presidential Scholars are honored for their accomplishments during the National Recognition Program in Washington D.C. each June. To commemorate their achievement, the Scholars are awarded the Presidential Scholars Medallion during a White House sponsored ceremony. American Heritage Schools is the No. 1 private school in Florida for nationally-recognized scholars in math competition, science fair, mock trial, moot court, and speech and debate. Alumni are notable leaders in their chosen fields who are generating positive differences in the world. American Heritage Schools is an independent, non-sectarian, co-educational, college preparatory school in South Florida serving grades Pre-K3 to 12. For more information about the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program and American Heritage Schools, please visit: https://www.ahschool.com/presidential-scholars American Heritage Schools, founded in 1965, is a nationally-ranked private, nonsectarian, and co-educational college preparatory day school with two 40-acre campuses: the Broward Campus is located in Plantation, Florida and the Palm Beach Campus is located in Delray Beach, Florida. Its campuses serve approximately 4,650 students in PK3 through 12th grades; the student body represents over 60 different countries throughout the world. Approximately 70 percent of the faculty hold postgraduate degrees. American Heritage Schools is nationally and internationally accredited by the following associations: Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF), Middle States Association (MSA-CESS), and National Council for Private Schools. The Lower School includes advanced classes and 15 electives, and the Upper School offers over 300 courses with 138 honors classes, 28 Advanced Placement classes, and 75 fine arts classes. Pre-professional programs are offered in pre-med, pre-law, pre-engineering, biomedical engineering, business & entrepreneurship, and computer science that are taught daily by doctors, surgeons, lawyers, judges, engineers, and computer scientists currently practicing in their fields. For 12 years, American Heritage Schools has been ranked the No. 1 high school in Florida for the highest number of National Merit Scholars, and the school is home to the No. 1 math competition team out of all private schools in the U.S. The Model UN team is top 5 in the nation, and the Speech and Debate team is in the top 1% in the nation. It is ranked among the top private schools in Florida in STEM, according to Niche. Its Science Research Institute enables students to conduct research on real-world problems, and its students have earned international recognition for their findings. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of American Heritage Schools

Miami Design District is known as the premier destination for all things luxury retail, art & culture, hospitality, and has become a popular destination for lunch! Here are lunch spots worth visiting. ZZ’s Club Now introducing lunch at ZZ’s Club! The highly anticipated lunch menu has finally arrived and includes ZZ’s classics such as the Wagyu Sando, Yellowtail & Jalapeño Tartare Crispy Rice, Salmon, Tuna and Beef Carpaccios, Sushi Rolls, Caviar & Avocado and much more. Major Food Group has partnered with two well-known sushi and Japanese cuisine pros, Masa Ito and Kevin Kim, who created a cult following before relocating from New York City to run the new Miami restaurant. ZZ’s Club remakes the space into a high-end Japanese restaurant with a private 16-seat omakase chef’s choice sushi bar with ingredients flown in from Tokyo. An adjacent dining room serves modern Japanese cuisine with an a la carte menu, from raw dishes to cooked plates of premium Japanese beef on custom-built charcoal grills, perfect for a midday bite. Address: 151 NE 41st St Suite 117, Miami, FL 33137 Lunch Hours: Tuesday-Saturday: 12PM-3PM Pura Vida Lunch items available all day? Sign us up! A wellness-driven hotspot beloved by locals, Pura Vida, is South Florida’s go-to wellness eatery and all-day café, offering a balance of nutritious and delectable dishes, sourced using all local and organic ingredients whenever available. Pura Vida’s menu features an array of fresh juices and superfood smoothies, canned kombucha, artisanal coffees, avocado toast dishes, free-range egg sandwiches, fresh bagels, wraps, and bowls, raw organic Açaí Bowls, crisp and refreshing salads topped with wild ahi tuna, chicken, salmon, or vegan-lentil based adashah - perfect for your lunch break. Address: 3818 NE 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33137 Lunch Hours: Monday-Sunday: 8AM-8PM Mandolin Aegean Bistro Feel like being transported to the tavernas along Aegean coastal towns where the Greek Islands meet the Turkish coast? Look no further than Mandolin Aegean Bistro. Founded by husband-and-wife team Ahmet Erkaya and Anastasia Koutsioukis, Mandolin Aegean Bistro opened in Miami in 2009, bringing traditional Greek and coastal Turkish cuisine to the Miami Design District. The menu offers seasonal ingredients, freshly caught fish of the day as well as vegetarian options. The garden terrace is the place to see-and-be-seen and a perfect spot to spend an afternoon lingering over an expansive Mediterranean meal. Address: 4312 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137 Lunch Hours: Monday-Sunday: 12PM-3PM Michael’s Genuine Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink is back and lunch is served! Michael's Genuine boasts a delectable lunch menu for district-goers all in one beautifully renovated space. Favorites such as the MGFD Pastrami Sandwich, the Housemade Salumi Pizza, Pan Roasted Poulet Rouge ½ Chicken and Housemade Rigatoni are the perfect dishes to spice up your daily lunch break. Address: 130 NE 40th St, Miami, FL 33137 Lunch Hours: Monday-Saturday: 11:30AM-3PM COTE Miami If you’ve heard anything about New York culinary giants coming to Miami, you’ve heard about COTE - who now offers lunch! Adding to the district’s wide array of lunch hotspots, the 5,892-square-foot restaurant emulates its flagship, high-energy New York City-based locale synonymous with marrying the fun and fire of Korean Barbeque with the hallmarks of a classic, regal American Steakhouse. The result is a unique and convivial atmosphere infusing a fine dining experience with world-class ingredients and service complemented with a show-stopping beverage program. COTE’s lunch standouts include a $38pp all inclusive Butcher’s Luncheon, a $52 Caviar Service, and an “Optimus Prime” Sandwich including a 8oz, thinly sliced Prime Rib on a Sullivan Street Bakery Baguette, and more. Address: 3900 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137 Lunch Hours: Monday-Sunday: 12PM-3PM Le Jardinier The French word for "gardener," Le Jardinier's cuisine and setting evoke a modern greenhouse in the heart of the Miami Design District. Le Jardinier’s menu focuses on the use of the highest quality local vegetables, seasonal ingredients, and fresh herbs—some of which will be harvested from an on-site garden—complemented by wild and sustainable fish, meat and poultry. The restaurant features a large outdoor dining area, and innovative cocktail program in harmony with Chef Verzeroli’s menu. Address: 151 NE 41st St Suite 135, Miami, FL 33137 Lunch Hours: Tuesday-Saturday: 12PM-2:30PM | Sunday: 11:30AM-3:30PM OTL Not to be mistaken with your average coffee shop, OTL offers the right atmosphere with coffee, breakfast, drinks, sandwiches, pastries, and more in an airy, Instagram-worthy location. Located right in the heart of the Miami Design District, OTL is a lunch hotspot, attracting district goers looking for a quick bite to eat while indulging in delicious menu items. The nut butter toast is obsession-worthy and the matcha lattes and rotating kombuchas are a welcome coffee alternative. Plus, there are plenty of vegan and gluten-free dishes offered. Address: 160 NE 40th St, Miami, FL 33137 Lunch Hours: Monday-Thursday: 12PM-6PM | Friday-Sunday: 9AM-7PM By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Miami Design District

After a successful unveiling in 2021, Eat Me Guilt Free, a health-focused line of bread, brownies, snacks and tortilla wraps, is announcing its 2022 “You Glow Girl” grant program on Feb. 13, ahead of National Entrepreneurship Week (Feb. 12-19). This is the second year for the grant, supporting Eat Me Guilt Free CEO and founder Cristie Besu’s commitment to empowering female founders like herself to glow and grow, both professionally and personally. Eat Me Guilt Free is baking up more than just brownies in the kitchen — Besu is curating a female empowerment community, bringing together women entrepreneurs and leaders who will uplift one another and continually rewrite the traditional business narrative. She invites all “glow-getters” to apply for the grant for a chance to level up their business in 2022. The grant’s debut in 2021 resulted in more than 320 radiant applicants, spanning several industries including food and beverage, skincare and cosmetics, health and fitness, education, technology and software, marketing, fine art, and hospitality. After a comprehensive review process, BagValet founder Amanda Sheridan was crowned the winner. Her entrepreneurial spirit, savvy business plan and “boss babe” mentality captured the attention of Besu. BagValet assists travelers in bridging the gap between lodging accommodations and flight times by providing daily luggage storage with the convenience of door-to-door service. This year Eat Me Guilt Free is hoping to reach even more women by making it easier to apply. Aspiring women can apply for the 2022 “You Glow Girl” grant by uploading a 30-60 second video to https://www.eatmeguiltfree.com/pages/youglowgirl by July 1, 2022. After an initial review process, 25 semi-finalists will be selected and invited to submit a video submission by July 25. Then, on Aug. 1, ten finalists will be announced and will participate in virtual interviews with Besu and a panel of business experts. The grant winner will be announced on Aug. 19. The 2022 “You Glow Girl” grant winner will receive $10,000 to help her business flourish and a one-year supply of Eat Me Guilt Free products to stay fueled. New for 2022, the winner will receive access to a mind, body, spirit virtual suite including a monthly check-in with mental health professional Gabriela Reyes, MFT of @mindful.gee; a ClassPass subscription; and a Calm or Headspace subscription to practice mindfulness. The winner will also be awarded a two-part immersive coaching and mentorship experience with Besu including a two-day retreat to Miami, FL to Eat Me Guilt Free’s headquarters to focus on strategic planning and goal-setting as well as opportunities to meet with other experts in Besu’s network. Part two will include a visit from Besu to the winner’s headquarters for extensive one-on-one coaching specific to the winner’s business. “After a successful debut in 2021, we are excited to launch the 2022 ‘You Glow Girl’ grant,” said Besu. “Supporting female entrepreneurs is a true passion of mine. We started the grant program to bring to life the true purpose of empowerment, as well as to provide the guidance and resources necessary for female entrepreneurs to live out their business dreams. The responsibility is on us as female business owners to take measurable actions to lift up other women walking the path of entrepreneurship." As a registered nurse and certified sports nutritionist-turned mompreneur who began baking Eat Me Guilt Free treats straight from her own kitchen in 2013, Besu knows that when it comes to female entrepreneurship, the struggle can be real. Besu relied solely on her own personal financial savings, her drive and hustle, and a loyal clientele to launch Eat Me Guilt Free. She made significant sacrifices to launch her brand and has firsthand experience of the hardships and barriers limiting female entrepreneurs from succeeding. Besu recognized that there were many crucial points in her journey as a female entrepreneur where she could have used guidance and a financial boost. It was then that she realized she wanted to help other female entrepreneurs with the very things she needed help with. Eat Me Guilt Free now boasts a team of highly skilled artisan bakers, and the product line’s baked goods offer a protein-packed, low-carbohydrate ratio, making them a healthier alternative to traditional snacks. The brand never sacrifices taste or texture when creating original recipes — and fills a gap in the market with its health-conscious alternatives to sweets that fitness/wellness enthusiasts can feel good about putting into their bodies. Today Besu’s guilt-free and protein-packed brownies, bread, baguettes and tortilla wraps are available for purchase at more than 7,500 independent retailers nationwide, GNC, The Vitamin Shoppe, as well as through Amazon.com, Walmart.com and EatMeGuiltFree.com. For more information, or to apply for the “You Glow Girl” grant, please visit https://www.eatmeguiltfree.com/pages/youglowgirl. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Youglowgirl

In the Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA)’s continued efforts to include diverse voices and perspectives, the museum is offering a robust series of education and public programming to celebrate Women’s History Month this March. MOCA is currently exhibiting “My Name is Maryan” – a monographic presentation of four decades of paintings, sculptures, drawings and film by the iconoclastic, ground-breaking Polish-born artist Maryan. Curated by Alison M. Gingeras, the retrospective is on view through March 20, 2022. Also on view through March 20 is Carl Juste’s visual reflection, “Postcard from the Edge: A Dispatch of Hope,” a selection of photographs made by Iris PhotoCollective photojournalists and associates while on assignment around the world and represents the larger group as confirmations of human resilience and strength. The images on display were made in moments of extreme suffering, yet both the photographer and the subject were able to extract moments of peace, power and joy. Photographers include: Maria Daniel Balcazar, Maggie Steber, Vanessa Charlot and Woosler Delisfor. MOCA’s March programming includes: MOCA miniMakers: Women’s History Month | Saturday, March 5, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Details: In honor of Women’s History Month, MOCA miniMakers will be spotlighting LaToya M. Hobbs, an American painter and printmaker artist. Her work deals with figurative imagery addressing the ideas of beauty, cultural identity, and womanhood as they relate to women of the African Diaspora. Inspired by LaToya Hobbs’s printmaking practice, miniMakers will learn more about the history of printmaking and design their own print block with a positive message. MOCA miniMakers is MOCA’s free and inclusive series of art workshops for children ages six and up. Children will have access to a variety of art techniques, as well as an inclusive curriculum incorporating step-by-step guides, STEAM activation, and creative free play. Taught by experienced artists and sponsored by the North Miami Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), MOCA miniMakers aims to foster an accessible spirit of learning through the arts. Cost: Free RSVP: https://111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/packagetickets?tab=3&txobjid=4e23cefb-d39d-4fde-bdfc-c9f03ea09371 Sunday Stories: Women’s History Month | Sunday, March 6, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Details: In celebration of Women’s History Month, MOCA Sunday Stories will be reading “The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family” written by Olympic medalist and social justice activist Ibtihaj Muhammad and S.K. Ali. “The Proudest Blue” is a story about the first day of school and two sisters on one’s first day of hijab. After the reading, participants will paint a portrait of someone they admire. Join MOCA on the first Sunday of every month for MOCA Sunday Stories for story time, followed by a DIY early childhood art project. Sponsored by the North Miami Community Redevelopment Agency, this early childhood art engages toddlers and fosters reading, motor skill development, and socialization. MOCA Sunday Stories is a great way for children to bond with their parents or guardians as they create together. Cost: Free RSVP: https://111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/packagetickets?tab=3&txobjid=932f563f-2481-4692-a197-52be03f4cfa3 MOCA Moving Images: Night and Fog | Wednesday, March 9, 7 p.m. Details: Ten years after the liberation of the Nazi concentration camps, filmmaker Alan Resnais documented the abandoned grounds of Auschwitz and Majdanek in Night and Fog (Nuit et Brouillard), one of the first cinematic reflections on the Holocaust. Juxtaposing the stillness of the abandoned camps’ empty buildings with haunting wartime footage, Resnais investigates humanity’s capacity for violence and presents the devastating suggestion that such horrors could occur again. After the documentary, there will be an open discussion on understanding historical questions raised in the film and universal questions about justice and humanity. Panelists include Dr. Terrence Peterson, Assistant Professor of History at FIU, and Dr. Oren Stier, Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Director of the Holocaust Studies initiative. Cost: Free RSVP: https://111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/Moca-Moving-Images-Night-and-Fog-09Mar2022 MOCA Makers: Japanese Paper Dyeing Featuring Artist Shawna Moulton | Saturday, March 12, 1-3 p.m. Details: Explore traditional Japanese paper dyeing (orizome-shi) and Japanese bookbinding (wahon) techniques inspired by Shawna Moulton’s travel to Tokushima, Japan. Participants will create their own beautiful and unique patterned papers and choose one for a handmade book cover. Orizome translates to "folded dyeing" and is a timeless Japanese paper-craft technique that combines “origami'' paper folding and colored pigment dip-dyeing. While the orizome paper is drying the class will move on to bookmaking and create a Japanese-style notebook. Cost: Free RSVP: https://111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/MOCA-Makers--Featuring-Shawna-Moulton?mc_cid=0f726f3010&mc_eid=c36e1a05b7 My Name is Maryan – Docent-Led Exhibition Tour | Sunday, March 13 and 27, 11:45 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 1:45 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. Register for a tour lead by MOCA docent Dr. Helen Sachs Chaset. Dr. Chaset is an educator with more than 45 years of experience in administration, professional development, and program development. She is also a board member of Miami-Dade Holocaust Survivors. Dr. Chaset is the daughter of two Holocaust Survivors and was born in a displaced persons camp in Hannover Germany. Cost: All tours are free with admission. My Name is Maryan – Public Exhibition Tour with Curator of Education Amanda Covach | Thursday, March17, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Register for a tour conducted by MOCA’s Curator of Education, Amanda Covach, an interdisciplinary Mexican-American artist. Trained as a studio artist at Florida International University, Covach brings a deep knowledge of the contemporary art field and a professional history in museum management to the educational program. Cost: All tours are free with admission. Artist Talk with Najja Moon: Active Reflections | Friday, March 2, 6 – 7:30 p.m. Details: Join MOCA’s Art on the Plaza series in this unique activation celebrating the artist Najja Moon. In her work “Reading Reflections,” Moon explores themes of reflection and self-empowerment through a human-scale intervention jutting out from MOCA's Plaza. Participants are invited to add their own interventions and reflections in this collaborative movement and drawing-based activation as they learn how to communicate through their own enigmatic symbolism. Led by Moon, participants will draw on rolls of canvas around the “Reading Reflections” installation using black markers to add their own symbols and reflections on life, memories, poetry, hopes and dreams, activating the work in new ways. From 6 – 10 p.m., guests can also enjoy a block party with a conversation with the artist, food from food trucks, and free lemonade from Paradise Bistro. Vendors and music will also be on the MOCA plaza. Guests are invited to stay for Jazz at MOCA, the monthly free community jazz concert. MOCA Members can register for a free drink ticket and 10% food discount. Cost: Free RSVP: https://111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/Artist-Talks--Najja-Moon-Active-Reflections Jazz at MOCA Featuring Fanni Sarkozy | Friday, March 25, 8 p.m. Details: The Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA) is pleased to relaunch its free outdoor “Jazz at MOCA” concert series in-person on the last Friday of every month. South Florida’s longest-running free outdoor jazz concert series and one of the museum’s most beloved public programs returns for in-person open air musical entertainment, rain or shine. Since 1999, Jazz at MOCA has been presented on the MOCA Plaza on the last Friday of the month. Thousands of concert-goers have enjoyed a free concert, activations, and pay as you wish admission to the museum from 7 to 10 p.m. Cost: Jazz at MOCA is free and open to the public. The gallery is open from 7-10 p.m. with museum admission. RSVP: 111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/Jazz-at-Moca-Featuring-Val--Ike-Woods By ML Staff. Image courtesy of MOCA

American Academy is pleased to host “Understanding Your Child’s Educational Diagnosis,” a virtual event via Zoom on Tuesday, March 29 at 7 p.m. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly program, “Experts in Learning Differences: A Speaker Series.” Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the expert speaker for the March event is Dr. David A. Yudell, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Finding the “gift within” a child is essential to building confidence and success in school and life. In this episode of “Experts in Learning Differences,” Dr. Yudell will explain how to understand and use educational evaluations to uncover weaknesses and highlight strengths in order to enhance a child’s schooling and benefit his or her academic and social achievements. Throughout his discussion, Dr. Yudell will provide evidence-based, scientifically proven, and effective tools that motivate a child’s entire support system to work together towards improvement and advancement. “Every individual needs an area in which to shine, particularly those with difficulties in school. Educational evaluations provide a snapshot of a child’s unique abilities in order to reinforce strengths and ensure that self-esteem, motivation, and ambition are not thwarted,” said Dr. Yudell. Dr. Yudell practices in Broward and southern Palm Beach counties. He specializes in both child and adult pathology and has extensive experience completing psychological evaluations and testing in private and public schools, the Division of Disability, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, and in private practice. Dr. Yudell received his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University and holds a master’s degree in clinical psychology from NSU and a master’s degree in counseling from Seton Hall University. The speaker series is streamed live virtually, as well as available for viewing following each event. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic. The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a safe space to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child. For more information about the speaker series, please visit: https://www.ah-americanacademy.com/speaker-series. How: To reserve a spot, please visit: https://ahschool.info/AASpeakerSeriesMarch Limited spots are available for this free, online, and live event. American Academy is a college preparatory program for advanced students with mild learning differences, such as dyslexia, ADHD, and auditory processing. The program is on the campus of American Heritage Schools, the class sizes are smaller, and the teachers are licensed and certified in teaching special education for students with mild learning differences. For more information about the American Academy Program, visit www.ah-americanacademy.com or email admissions@ahschool.com.

The Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA) is pleased to relaunch its free outdoor “Jazz at MOCA” concert series in-person on the last Friday of every month. South Florida’s longest-running free outdoor jazz concert series and one of the museum’s most beloved public programs returns for in-person open air musical entertainment, rain or shine. Since 1999, Jazz at MOCA has been presented on the MOCA Plaza on the last Friday of the month. Hundreds of concert-goers have enjoyed a free concert, activations, and pay as you wish admission to the museum from 7 to 10 p.m. The confirmed 2022 lineup includes: Ike & Val Woods in Celebration of Black History Month| Friday, Feb. 25, 8 p.m. Grammy-nominated artists Ike and Val Woods have performed throughout the United States, Europe and the Caribbean. The Miami-based blues duo completed their most recent CD, “Movin’ Up,” after returning from an 18-city European Tour where they electrified their audiences with their high energy yet soulful Blues performances. Fanni Sarkozy | Friday, March 25, 8 p.m. Fanni Sarkozy is an internationally recognized, highly trained pianist, singer and music educator who is equally proficient in jazz and classical music. Born into a family of musicians, Sarkozy began her classical piano studies at the age of 6. She graduated with Honors at the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music in Budapest, Hungary with a major in piano in 2004. Sarkozy started to create music in 2001 and she became an award-winning composer. Her first record released in 2006 in collaboration with Mizar on Leszek En – NarRator Records. Farkozy has taught classical piano since 2007, and has also achieved international recognition as a keyboardist, vocalist and composer. In 2010, her song “No Time to Lose” won Mizar the International Songwriting Contest France’s first prize in the jazz category. Dr. Ed Calle | Friday, April 29, 8 p.m. Saxophonist, composer, orchestrator, producer, scholar, professor, and leader Dr. Ed Calle is known for his extraordinary ability to sight-read, interpret, and perform virtually any musical style. Throughout the globe, his peers and colleagues often laud his versatility. Dr. Calle is a Latin Grammy® Award winner for Best Instrumental Album (2015) with Dr. Ed Calle Presents Mamblue and a five-time Grammy® nominee. The first studio record by the World Music 5, America, features chamber jazz orchestrations of original and classic music from the Americas with an all-star quintet that includes Negroni's Trio and violinist Federico Britos. Dr. Calle was awarded the 2015 Miami-Dade County Mayor’s Medal, named www.facultyawards.org 2014 Outstanding Professor at Miami Dade College (college wide), and 2014 United Teachers of Dade Champion of Education for Arts and Entertainment. Chardavoine in Celebration of Haitian Heritage Month | Friday, May 27, 8 p.m. Haitian-born but Brooklyn-bred guitarist Chardavoine has covered the gambit of musical styles through the waves of his guitar. Chardavoine has performed with Dave Valentin and performed for Aretha Franklin's alongside the Tito Puente Jr. orchestra. He is known for his interpretation of "Haitian jazz," a new genre emerging in jazz today. His latest release, “The Tribute,” is an eloquent testimony of this genre of music, showcasing his talents not only as an excellent musician but also as a creative and seasoned arranger. Magela Herrera in Celebration of Caribbean Heritage Month | Friday June 24, 8 p.m. Magela Herrera is an Afro-Cuban flutist, [FJ1] vocalist and composer who holds a master’s degree in jazz and improvised music performance and a bachelor’s degree from the Norwegian Academy of Music. Throughout her career, Herrera has toured worldwide where she developed a unique timbre, phrasing technique, and rhythm and melodic skills on the flute. She has also evolved as a pianist, vocalist, arranger and composer leading her own projects. Today Herrera is considered one of Cuba's leading flute players in jazz and popular music scenes. Often praised for her unique background from Latin jazz, European jazz, and Afro-Cuban music traditions, she was a member of the renowned band Mezcla, one of the most famous Cuban leading jazz and fusion ensembles. The French Horn Collective | Friday, July 29, 8 p.m. The French Horn Collective is an energetic and progressive band that performs an eclectic variety of jazz, swing, and modern original French music throughout South Florida. Led by Parisian musician, multi-instrumentalist, composer, singer and songwriter Vincent Raffard, the diverse group consists of anywhere from three to eight highly talented musicians from a myriad of musical backgrounds, with instrumentation including trumpet, guitar, violin, double bass, clarinet, and vocals. The French Horn Collective's wide variety of musical influences, ranging from Gypsy jazz, hot swing, ska, to polka, results in the band producing a smooth mixture of progressive Gypsy/Parisian/swing/world music. Karina Iglesias | Friday, Aug. 26, 8 p.m. Born and raised in Miami, Florida, to Honduran parents, Karina Iglesias’ sound mirrors the diverse musical and cultural influences that have shaped her character and forged her individuality as an artist. With a style equally informed by rhythm and blues, boleros, gospel and hip-hop, Iglesias delivers her performances with the intimacy of a deep soul crooner and the conviction and drive of a dauntless female singer/songwriter. A veteran of the Miami live music scene, Iglesias began writing songs in earnest while working extensively with local bands. It soon became apparent that through composing original material, her true artistic identity had emerged. Dante Vargas & The Cat Band | Friday, Sept. 30, 8 p.m. Dante Vargas was born in Trujillo, Peru, where he started to explore the infinite world of music as a trumpet player, which would take him to visit the most important stages of the world. His professional career started from a very early age in Colombia, where he had the opportunity to work with world renowned artists such as: Fruko y sus Tesos, La Sonora Dinamita, El Grupo Gale, Los Titanes, Grupo Niche, El Combo De Las Estrellas, El Tropicombo and many more. For more information, visit https://mocanomi.org/ By ML Staff. Image courtesy of MOCA

The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami and The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami welcomed back Derek Flint with the announcement of his recent appointment to Market General Manager. With 35 years of luxury hospitality experience, Derek brings a wealth of knowledge to this new role, where he will continue to elevate the hotel’s guest experience from start to finish. In addition, the properties have promoted Tatiana Lora to Area Director of Marketing. Tatiana, who will be continuing her 12-year tenure with the hotels, has always been a staple in the team's growth and success and will continue to lead in her new role. “We are thrilled to share these announcements for The Ritz-Carlton, Miami area teams, welcoming back Derek and sharing Tatiana’s much deserved promotion,” said Marcie McGeehan, Area Director of Sales & Marketing. “Derek and Tatiana are both exemplary leaders who clearly exhibit how proud they are to be a part of The Ritz-Carlton brand, and we look forward to seeing the new heights they will bring the properties to.” Derek began his career with The Ritz-Carlton New York, New York as a Front Desk Clerk, and continued to hold positions within the luxury hotel sector at properties such as The Four Seasons Clift Hotel, The Park Hyatt San Francisco, and The Ritz-Carlton San Francisco. Derek went on to serve as The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami’s General Manager from 2008-2014, where he was nominated as “Top General Manager of a Luxury Hotel/Resort Worldwide” by the Luxury Travel Advisor’s Award of Excellence. He was also responsible for generating $90 million in yearly sales, earning the hotel the recognition as the most “Profitable Hotel Domestically” for The Ritz-Carlton during his time there. Most recently, Derek held the position of General Manager at The St. Regis Beijing, where he was responsible for over $27 million in yearly sales and led the hotel through a $66 million complete renovation. “I am proud to rejoin this dynamic team of ladies and gentlemen at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami and The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami,” said Flint. “The properties have made many exciting additions and advancements over the years and I look forward to continuing to find innovative ways to provide our guests with a truly memorable Ritz-Carlton experience every time they stay with us.” Tatiana began her career in hospitality at The Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale, a property she continues to oversee, in 2008 where she served as Public Relations Manager. In 2010, she began working with The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami and The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami as well, managing marketing and public relations initiatives for both resorts inclusive of million-dollar marketing budgets. Tatiana also led in the onboarding of her counterparts to other brand properties. In these positions, some of her most notable achievements include opening Burlock Coast, one of Fort Lauderdale's most popular dining destinations located within The Ritz-Carlton and overseeing over 15 renovations and/or launches at the different properties. In her new role as Area Director of Marketing, Tatiana will continue to oversee media relations and PR efforts for the resort, in addition to overseeing all marketing efforts. She will be the liaison between property and corporate marketing efforts, allowing for a more robust development and execution of property-specific marking plans that support the hotel strategy and growth. For more information about The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami please visit ritzcarlton.com/keybiscayne or call (305) 365-4500, for The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami visit ritzcarlton.com/coconut-grove or call (305) 644 4680 and for The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale please visit ritzcarlton.com/fort-lauderdale or call (954) 465 2300. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne & The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove