Portfolio

Courtesy of Jason Cartier, Financial Advisor Ibis Financial Group We know that Americans are in denial about their finances. Federal data show they spend like there’s no tomorrow. Our middle class is among the most affluent in history, but many people in the middle class are living paycheck- to-paycheck with futures, mortgaged to pay for increasingly expensive amusements. Despite their spending habits, many Americans-especially women-are tormented by the notion that they will outlive their money. A Securian Financial Group poll of 400 women ages 30 to 64 were asked about their financial sense of wellbeing. The company also asked about their perceptions of the financial impact of long-term care (not the insurance,... [Read more]

Editor’s Choice

Designing Women Fabulous new designers from the Sunshine State By Carla Canedo Cartier Florida is filled with shopping meccas throughout the state that rival favorite locales of even the savviest New York and Vegas shoppers. And now with sites like Gilt Groupe, Rue La La and Gilt Fuse, Floridians can even take part in the once envied New York Sample salestyle shopping. But where does the true fashionista seek the unique and non-mainstream fabulous finds that become her favorite pieces? No further than her own Florida backyard, of course. Our state is filled with exciting designers—not just for fashion, but accessories and jewelry. After all, our state is known to be home to many successful designers, including... [Read more]

Delicious Dish

Summer Sensations Must-have dining experiences By Sharon Levinsohn Chefs who push the envelope, who pride themselves on sourcing extraordinary ingredients and creating extremely creative dishes, have inspired awe in true foodies. The two chefs and their restaurants profiled in this issue, have distinguished themselves and engendered loyal followings. Although one restaurant is cozy, intimate and free-standing, and one is larger and based in a new hotel, both are serving up memorable meals and helping to make wonderful experiences for diners. EOS Viceroy Miami at Icon Brickell; 485 Brickell Avenue ;Miami; 305.503.0373; eosatviceroy.com THE DETAILS The new kid on the block is a knock-out, thanks to an extraordinarily talented... [Read more]

Medicines & Miracles

Your Hormone Health The naked truth behind hormone science and how to safely rejuvenate mind, body and spirit BY GLORIA HAKKARAINEN MD, FACOG, FASBP, FABAAM The newest data on hormone research shows that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) actually benefits patients when dosing route and medication are properly chosen, and when doctors monitor patients closely. The big scare which had women going off hormone therapy started in 2001, with the preliminary results of the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI). The WHI study looked into the use of Premarin and Prempro in women who on average were already 17 years into menopause. It showed that Prempro (a mixture of pregnant purified horse mare’s urine and synthetic... [Read more]

Inspiring Ambiances

Fine dining, at its best, is part theater, part therapy. The restaurants profiled here provide outstanding cuisine in a beautiful environment. Wonderful food served by attentive staffers in lovely surroundings, can transform your day and increase your pleasure quotient. These two eateries should definitely be on your short list! BY SHARON LEVINSOHN Casa Tua 1700 James Avenue Miami Beach 305.673.1010 casatualifestyle.com THE DETAILS Casa Tua (your house, in Italian) is a jewel of a restaurant set in a lovely Mediterranean Revival home in the Art Deco section of South Beach. Situated behind a wrought-iron gate and tall hedges sans signage at the corner of 17th Street and James Avenue, this exclusive destination corners... [Read more]