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On Thursday, December 7, Surface Magazine Editor-in-Chief Spencer Bailey moderated a design talk with Derrick Adams, Simon Haas and Carolina García Jayaram in the YoungArts Jewel Box as part of the organization’s annual Art Basel Miami Beach VIP Tour & Breakfast in celebration of Miami Art Week. The morning began with a gallery tour of IMAGINATION LAND: Fantastical Narrative led by YoungArts master teacher and curator Derrick Adams followed by the talk. Guests were treated to a curated pop-up shop by Marysia Swim and delicious breakfast offerings. In addition to the host committee – Susanne Birbragher, Fernanda Domit, Monica Kalpakian,…

Art Basel 2017 painted again the town red and brought crowds from all over  the world who indulged in its vibrant artsy spirit, world-class works of art and star-studded events. Hosted at the Miami’s iconic Convention Center as usual, the event drew thousands of visitors who enjoyed various breath-taking works of art, including the ones presented by the Berlin art dealer Max Hetzler, with his showcase of brown and yellow abstracts, and Edward Tyler Nahem with his more colorful, rowdy collection from 2005. One of the convention center’s highlights was Robert Rauschenberg’s “Periwinkle Shaft,” a five-panel installation of acrylic and wood, featuring animal…

The newest 2018 Range Rover model boasts a number of upgrades, but the biggest news is that the automaker will debut a plug-in hybrid model for its 2019 line. Dubbed the Range Rover Sport P400e, the new plug-in is powered by a 296-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder paired with a 114-hp electric motor. The combination produces 398 horsepower and 472 pound-feet of torque. The power is pushed to all four wheels thanks to an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission, and the Sport can zoom from zero-to-60 mph in just 6.3 seconds with its hybrid drivetrain and quick-shifting gearbox. Topping out at 137…

The long-awaited update to the Chronométrie Ferdinand Berthoud FB 1.2 is now available. The Chronométrie Ferdinand Berthoud FB 1.3 comes from Chopard’s luxury subsidiary. La Chronométrie Ferdinand Berthoud is frequently the beneficiary of the company’s most complex and intricate designs. The FB 1.3 fulfills expectations with special updates to the original watch, updates which took nearly 6 years to develop. Featuring a complication similar to the FB 1, the in-house fusée-and-chain-driven movement boasts a shorter gestation cycle than that timepiece, as well as a special cylindrical build which contains the dial and movement. The new timepiece is designed with a 44mm…

Aston Martin is keeping the DB11 variations rolling out of the factory. The original V12 DB11, a smash hit with drivers and critics alike, has been fast on its way to becoming an icon of grand tourer design since it was introduced in 2016. Last summer’s V8 variation presented a lighter and more nimble driving experience at the expense of a little horsepower. And their drop-top version, the DB11 Volante, is expected to see delivery beginning in the spring of next year. But Aston recently provided a window to the future. The Volante’s lines, fascia and rear present the same…

Two Michelin Star Chef Mellino channels the sophisticated simplicity of Italian fine dining and slow food culture to create a $75pp 3 course Thanksgiving Brunch experience. The meal begins with a Bronze Table Antipasti Bar, which features typical ingredients of a traditional Italian antipasto including Marinated Artichokes, Stuffed Zucchini, Stuffed Red Peppers, Stuffed Red Tomatoes, Italian caracheters: prosiutto, mortadella, bresaola, salami station, Selection of Cheeses, Eggplant Parmesan, Nicolse Salad, Organic Farmed Lettuces with selection of house dressing, Mediterranean Style Grilled Organic Vegetables, Heirloom Tomato & Basil Salad, and Homemade Bread Experience. The culinary journey continues with a choice of Organic…

Please join us for the launch of House Rules – Game Night at Casa Faena starting this Thursday,  November 16 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm. Gather ‘round for a night of classic games and specialty craft cocktails at Casa Faena’s House Rules. Snack on delectable small bites like Beef Empanadas and Tostones and enjoy innovative Ketel One cocktails from Casa Faena’s Head Mixologist Erik Tirums as you take a trip down memory lane with activities and board games like Twister, Jenga and Monopoly. Throughout the evening, guests will also be entered in a raffle to win a selection of exciting prizes, including complimentary Ketel One cocktails,…

MIAMI, Florida, November 13, 2017 – Best Buddies International, a groundbreaking nonprofit that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is pleased to announce its 21ST Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala at Ice Palace Studios in Wynwood on Friday, November 17. The 21ST Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala is a spectacular event with hundreds of prominent locals and international guests gathering to celebrate the Best Buddies mission. This year’s Best Buddies Miami Gala will celebrate the organization’s expansion into India. Guests will enjoy a gourmet dinner, partake in a…

BRAZILIAN TAX AUDITORS: UPCOMING SUPERVISION FOR THE SECOND HALF OF 2017 by Marcelo Castro Alves Property abroad (ex: Miami) but not listed in the tax returns in Brazil The first surveys carried out by the Tax Auditors identified a significant number of Brazilian property owners in Miami County. From the first information collected, it is estimated that 4,765 Brazilians bought real estate in the last 5 years, of which 65% the acquisition were made through the Limited Liability Company (LLC). The data analyzed so far show that, of the taxpayers who acquired real estate via LLC, 43% did not report…

Are you ready for Art Basel Miami? Stay Tuned!        Vivienne Bardot Have you started counting down the days to Art Basel Miami 2017?  https://www.artbasel.com/miami-beach The upcoming 2017 edition will feature over 200 Galleries from North/South America, Europe, Asia and Africa, and over 4,000 artists inside the Miami Beach Convention Center.  Not only modern and contemporary art will be featured, but also the art of emerging artists. Art Basel’s sophisticated cosmopolitan crowd of gallerists, artists, collectors, jet-setters, and celebrities, mixed with Miami’s unique, upbeat energy, transform the Magic City into the place to be and be seen during the beginning of December!…

Fifty Countries Started Automatic Fiscal Data Exchange as of September 30, 2017 by Marcelo Castro Alves Fifty countries started automatically exchanging tax information for their residents, a step closer to ending bank secrecy, but that does not solve all the problems related to tax fraud. On September 30, the British territories of Anguilla, Bermuda and Cayman Islands, among others, ceased to be tax havens and became the first countries to automatically share their citizens’ bank details, a measure demanded by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). The list of the first 50 countries includes almost all the Member…

Monaco Yacht Show: The Luxury of Mega Yachts! By Vivienne Bardot After attending the 2017 Monaco Yacht Show, I understand why it is considered one of the world’s greatest superyacht events – Indeed, the “Super Bowl of Luxury Yachting”! As always, it was a showcase for the world’s most stunning nautical luxury vessels, with this year, nearly 125 beauties gliding elegantly into Port Hercules (already itself, a picture postcard).  International and regional visitors who arrived to experience the only yacht show exclusively dedicated to mega yachts were not disappointed. The average length of the display fleet this year was approximately 49m /…