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Miami Real Estyle – The Auberge Residences & Spa Miami Reveals Design Sales Center with Sneak Peek of Cirkopolis

By Gisel Habibnejad Photography by World Red Eye Renderings Courtesy of Auberge Residences & Spa Miami The Related Group proudly unveiled the Auberge Residences & Spa Miami’s new sales center designed by Piero with an intimate celebration. The commencement included a sneak peek of Cirque Éloise’s Cirkopolis presented by Adrienne Arsht Center, which included introductions by the development team. The short discussion involved Jon Paul Pérez, who shared his first experience as a lead developer of a luxury condominium project through Auberge Miami, and President of the Related Group’s Condo Division Carlos Rosso discussed his excitement for the project being located in the always-growing Art & Entertainment district. Among the attendees were Raimundo Onetto, Rodrigo Gana, and Henry Pino of Alta Developers. Auberge Miami will include a collection of 290 luxury condominiums of 11-ft ceiling heights with private elevator access, 90 designer suites, four duplex penthouses, and a limited collection of sky penthouses. The property will be comprised of resort-style amenities, such as a golf simulator, cigar lounge, private yoga and Pilates studio, wine room, one-year membership to the Key Biscayne Beach Club, sky pool with an observatory on the 60th-floor rooftop, and much more. Several artistic designs are housed throughout starting with the lobby designed by Piero Lissoni, outdoor spaces by Enzo Enea, a 40-foot tall ‘Awilda’ by artist Jaume Plensa, ‘Sphere in Rouge’ by Julio Le Parc, and features created by Arquitectonica. In addition, residents will be able to indulge in the Auberge Resorts Collection–their acclaimed culinary and hospitality brand. The Auberge Miami will be the first residential location to host this exclusive staple. Located nearby is the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), AmericanAirlines Arena, and the Miami Design District. For more information, please visit www.aubergemiamiresidences.com

Culinary, LIFESTYLE, MSM Online

5 Mother’s Day Restaurants Designed for Indulgence

By Gisel Habibnejad Start your Mother’s Day off right with the perfect brunch or end the night on a happy note at some of Miami’s best restaurants. You can enjoy delectable foods and refreshments by the water or with a spectacular view overlooking the city. Whichever you choose is guaranteed to put a smile on a mother’s face. Area31 Located at the top of the EPIC Hotel in Brickell, the meals come equipped with a beautiful view overlooking the city and water. The buffet-style brunch will run from noon to 4:00pm at $75 per person. What’s more, mothers will enjoy a complimentary glass of Prosecco and a gift bag containing spa goods and a $50 gift card courtesy of Exhale. www.area31restaurant.com Vida Fontainebleau’s take on American brasserie with a contemporary twist will be hosting a Mother’s Day brunch from noon-3:00pm at $68 per adult, $34 per child under 12 years, and free for children under four. www.fontainebleau.com/mothersday Caviar Russe Then newest addition to Brickell is located at the Four Seasons and is perfect for those who wish to indulge intimately. The 35 seating restaurant’s Mother’s Day brunch starts at noon and ends at 4:00pm. For $95, each guest will enjoy a three-course experience and a complimentary mimosa or Bellini. www.caviarrusse.com/restaurant/miami Apeiro Kitchen & Bar The Midtown Miami restaurant will be offering Mother’s Day specials all day. From 11:00am-4:00pm, guests can enjoy brunch, which includes gourmet chocolate covered strawberries. Dinner will begin at 4:00pm with specials of Stracciatella, a 12oz Ribeye, and a Florida Peach Panna Cotta. www.apeirorestaurants.com Katsuya Why not head over to South Beach and enjoy a dinner at the SLS Hotel? The Mother’s Day dining experience includes a complimentary champagne cocktail and for dessert, chocolate covered strawberries both for the guests of honor. www.slshotels.com/southbeach

Arts, Culinary, Culture, Health & Fitness, MSM Online

Biweekly Events Guide: 5/2-5/16

MIAMI The Raleigh Miami Beach Hosts Martini Shake Off with Chamucos Tequila When: Friday, May 6th at 6:00-8:00pm Where: The Raleigh Miami Beach Admission: Free Additional Information: Guests can enjoy four handcrafted complimentary cocktails, which will compete for the grand prize of being featured as the bar’s signature cocktail of the month. www.raleighhotel.com Concrete Beach Dinner Pairing When: Friday, May 6th at 7:00pm Where: Books & Books Coral Gables Admission: $20 pairings menu; $16 food only Additional Information: Concrete Beach Brewery will be providing free beer samples, with bottles of Stiltsville pilsner and Rica wheat IPA. Not only this, each craft drink will be paired with items from the Books & Books Café menu. A raffle, live entertainment, games, and giveaways will also be hosted here. www.booksandbooks.com   Miami Center for Architecture & Design Hosts New Lina Bo Bardi: TOGETHER Exhibit When: Wednesday, May 11th at 6:00-8:00pm Where: Miami Design District, Melin Building Admission: Free; RSVP here Additional Information: To kick off the exhibition, hosted by MCAD, AIA Miami, and Arper, the series will begin with an Artist Talk and Panel Discussion on this evening. The exhibition pays tribute to architect, set designer, editor, illustrator, furniture designer and curator Lina Bo Bardi. The discussion will include the artists and curators. www.miamicad.org / www.aiamiami.org Seaspice Hosts 4th Annual Design Techo Fundraising Event When: Wednesday, May 11th at 6:00pm Where: Seaspice Admission: Minimum admission donation $30 Additional Information: The fundraising event will benefit Design Techo, a charity that dedicates itself to improve the lives of youth globally by reducing poverty and transforming less fortunate communities. The occasion will include live entertainment and complimentary caipirinhas and hors d’oeuvres. www.designtecho.com NEW YORK The Ninth Avenue International Food Festival When: Saturday, May 14th-Sunday, May 15th at 10:00am-6:00pm Where: Ninth avenue between 42nd & 57th street Admission: Free; Food tickets sold separately Additional Information: Guide yourself through the delicacies of international cultures made by locals with food, beverages, fine arts, and live entertainment. www.ninthavenuefoodfestival.com CHICAGO Alzheimer’s Association Rita Hayworth Gala When: Saturday, May 7th cocktail reception at 6:30pm; dinner at 8:00pm Where: The Hilton Chicago Admission: To purchase tickets, click here  Additional Information: The evening will benefit the care, support, and research for the Alzheimer’s Association. The gala includes a cocktail reception, three-course dinner, program, auctions, and live entertainment and dancing. Attire: formal (black tie optional). www.alz.org/galas/chicago/  

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PROYECTO PAZ LATINOAMERICA

Famed model, actress, and TV host Eglantina Zingg’s non-profit organization Proyecto Paz Latinoamerica, and The Standard have come together to collaborate with renowned Fine Artist David Foote on “Peace Line”. A live painting installation taking place this Sunday, May 1st 2016 at The Garden at The Standard, East Village. Foote will be hand painting one of a kind canvases with his signature style women in black and PPLA’s colors. This unique installation will feature the finished canvases suspended on clotheslines with classic wood pins as guests will be able to purchase the one of a kind paintings for a special price. A percentage of all sales will benefit Proyecto Paz Latinoamerica a non-profit organization that supports young women in the most vulnerable communities in Latin America by promoting soccer programs as a tool for peace and development.   ABOUT PROYECTO PAZ LATINOAMERICA Created by Venezuelan Actress and Television personality Eglantina Zingg, Proyecto Paz Latinoamerica is a non-profit organization that supports young women in the most vulnerable communities in Latin America by promoting soccer programs as a tool for peace and development. Our Goals PPLA seeks to inspire and mobilize youth, community leaders, activists, individuals and other organizations to become agents of change; to participate in projects that will promote human values in their communities and provide children and young people the tools to build a future of peace. We positively impact public policies around the region and contribute to the expansion of education in human values as a mechanism to reduce violence and crime.   ABOUT DAVID FOOTE At the age of 17, David Foote left his hometown of Caracas, Venezuela to pursue a career that would realize his lifelong passions of both fine art and filmmaking. He attended Parsons School of Design, where he received BFAs in both Animation and Illustration. Since graduation, Foote’s professional portfolio spans a wide range of titles, including Fine Artist, Filmmaker, Creative Director, Children’s Book Illustrator, Motion Graphic Designer, Animator, and Fashion Illustrator. He’s currently in pre-production for his first feature film “Famous” which he wrote and will direct. As a fine artist, his previous shows include “New Girls,” his 2008 April solo exhibit at Tribecas L Gallery, which led to a second solo presentation in October of 2008,  “(in) Res-i-dence,” hosted by Whitewall magazine and Kwiat diamonds.  Shortly thereafter, during Art Basel 2008, he had a showing with Gana Art Gallery at Scope art fair, followed by the release of his “David Foote Limited Edition No.10” exhibit in the spring of 2009, a collaboration with Bo Concept. He unveiled another one-man show, “Madonna and Child,” in the fall of 2010, comprising of 12 new paintings and over 50 works on paper at St. John’s Church in the West Village. In 2012, he teamed up with artist Anne Koch for “The Nest,” an exhibition with Chelsea’s Honey Space. In 2014 he displayed “A Series Alarming Women,” at SUMO Gallery in Tribeca and May 2nd 2015 Hanro of Switzerland commissioned him to create a 65 ft Mural at their flagship store in the meatpacking district, NYC in order to celebrate the opening of the Downtown Whitney Museum. Foote has released two books with Knopf: His debut title, Modern Fairies, Dwarves, Goblins and Other Nasties and The Wondrous Journals of Dr. Wendell Wellington Wiggins and is currently working on a new book by Poppy King published by Simon and Schuster called “The A to Z of Lipstick” coming this Holiday 2016. He is also the creative director and co-founder of Jaboneria Marianella, a line of luxury bath and body products sold worldwide. He has been featured in The New York Times, The New York Observer, The New York Post, New York Magazine, BlackBook, and Women’s Wear Daily, among others. For more information on Proyecto Paz Latinoamerica visit  http://proyectopazla.org Peace Line: Sunday May 1st 2016 12 pm to 7 pm The Garden at The Standard, East Village 25 Cooper Square NYC Between East 5th and 6th Streets For information on David Foote visit: www.davidfootestudio.com For more information on Eglantina Zingg and social media, please visit: www.guapanonstop.com www.ezingg.com  

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eMerge Yourself into the World of Technology

By Gisel Habibnejad Now in its third year, eMerge Americas is a two-day event hosting technological innovations through EXPO space experiences, networking interactions, and conferences. The EXPO floor included exhibitor booths, through which the latest innovations were displayed; a “Launchpad” of entrepreneurs who shared their experiences and inventions; a Hackathon where about 125 coders had 24 hours to decode complex challenges built by API sponsors for a chance to win more than $50,000 in cash and prizes; and a hiring fair. The summit talks incorporated various topics fit to inspire innovators of all journeys in technology. The Government Innovation Forum (eGOV) brought together leaders of government and business to discuss “how public-private partnerships leveraging disruptive technologies are transforming our communities” and to deliberate on transforming our communities into smart cities. Made up of over 100 startups from around the world, the eMerge Americas Startup Showcase provided a point for these companies to interact with hundreds of investors and partners. The Women, Innovation, and Technology Summit (WIT) is a one-day summit that united powerful women of the industry to inspire and motivate event goers by presenting leaders “who are bridging the gap between the creative and tech industries” and also featured a Technology and Innovation fashion show. Other conferences consisted of the Textpert Stage, which allowed visitors to engage with experts who discussed the latest innovations and trailblazing technologies. This year’s keynote speakers were comprised of General Colin L. Powell, Monica Lewinsky, Tony Hawk, Pitbull, Chairman of CNBC Mark Hoffman, Chairman of NBCUniversal International Group and NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises Cesar Conde, Co-Founder of America Online Steve Case, CEO of AT&T Ralph de la Vega, Co-Founder of Netflix Marc Randolph, and many more. Of course, we can’t forget the VIP parties, live entertainment shows, and cocktail soirees. Each offered special ways to interact and network with peers who are involved and enjoy the same technological industry. These events were hosted at Lincoln Road, the Paris Theater in South Beach, and the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM). eMerge Americas takes place in the growing tech community of Miami hosting industry leaders, government officials, and investors from North America, Latin America, and Europe. The year’s biggest B2B event of the Americas was aired nationwide courtesy of CNBC and Telemundo, and was also broadcasted live to other countries such as Europe, Africa, and Asia. For more information, please visit www.emergeamericas.org

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Biweekly Events Guide: 4/18-5/1

SOUTH FLORIDA Beaker & Gray Showcase Game of Thrones Inspired Cuisine to Celebrate Show’s Season Premiere When: Monday, April 18th-Sunday, April 24th – all day Where: Beaker & Gray Additional Information: Dishes include Valyrian Grinder (village bread, pulled mutton, Valyrian mushroom, & wildfire / $14); Ribs of the North (lamb ribs, dragon fruit, and & berries / $17). Drinks include Manticore Venom (Tyroshi Pear brandy, blackberry wine, & Fruits of Essos / $11). Desserts include Red Wedding Donuts ($11). www.beakerandgray.com Lou La Vie Art Night When: Wednesday, April 20th at 7:00-10:00pm Where: Lou La Vie RSVP: Email gallery@loulavie.com www.loulavie.com Hyde Beach Kitchen + Cocktails Debuts Monthly Full Moon Party When: Friday, April 22nd at 7:00-10:00pm Where: Hyde Beach Kitchen + Cocktails Additional Information: Celebrate the full moon with views right from the beach. A steel drum band will provide music. An exclusive menu of food items will be provided along with cocktails, beer, & wine of your choice, & complimentary popcorn. http://sbe.com/restaurants/locations/hyde-beach-kitchen-cocktails/ Full Moon Pairing Dinner When: Friday, April 22nd at 7:00pm Where: Shooters Waterfront Fort Lauderdale Admission: $49 per person includes dinner; Call (954) 566-2855 Additional Information: Five-course meal each paired with a different beer. Meals include shrimp, lamb, snapper crudo, char grilled skirt steak, & cheesecake for dessert. www.shooterswaterfront.com NEW YORK Tribeca Film Festival When: Wednesday, April 13th-Sunday, April 24th Where: Tribeca Additional Information: Don’t miss exclusive events featuring Idina Menzel, Zachary Quinto, Mark Ruffalo, Tina Fey, Oprah Winfrey, Jodie Foster, Katie Couric, Tom Hanks, & more. www.tribecafilm.com CHICAGO Chicago Chef Week 2016 When: Sunday, April 17th-Friday, April 22nd Where: Various restaurants throughout the city Prices: Three-course lunch $22; Four-course dinner $44 Additional Information: Chicago Chef Week celebrates top local chefs with 100 participating restaurants. Culinary ranges from Argentinian, French, Italian, tapas, & sushi. It is the perfect opportunity to experience new spots and revisit old favorites. www.chicagochefweek.com James Beard Eats Week 2016 When: Friday, April 22nd-Monday, May 2nd Where: Various restaurants throughout the city Additional Information: Chicago dives into their culinary indulgences this week with yet another weeklong eating event. Nearly 100 top restaurants will participate by including dishes inspired by James Beard’s famously known classic recipes. www.jamesbeard.org CALIFORNIA Culinary Institute of America’s Worlds of Flavor International Conference & Festival When: Wednesday, April 20th-Friday, April 22nd Where: Napa Valley Additional Information: This conference is recognized as the “most influential professional forum on world cuisines, food cultures, & flavor trends” in the country. More than 60 top & esteemed guest chefs will participate now in its 18th year. www.worldsofflavor.com Second Weekend of Coachella When: Friday, April 22nd-Sunday, April 24th Where: Indio To purchase tickets, click here  Additional Information: Enjoys beats by Skrillex, Lido, Cash Cash, & Rae Sremmurd www.coachella.com The 2016 Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race When: Saturday, April 23rd-Sunday, April 24th Where: Starting at Newport Beach ending at Ensenada, Mexico Additional Information: The annual boat race consists of a 125-nautical-mile international race with over 200 boats taking part. www.newporttoensenada.com KENTUCKY Kentucky Derby & Derby Festival When: Friday, April 18th-Friday, May 6th Where: Louisville To purchase tickets, click here  Additional Information: The Kentucky Derby is more than just horse racing–attendees can enjoy basketball events to a beer festival to golf & steamboat racing. www.kentuckyderby.com

LIFESTYLE, Living, MSM Online

Auberge Residences & Spa Brings Resort-Style Class to Downtown Miami

By Gisel Habibnejad The 60-story Auberge Residences and Spa is located in Downtown Miami displaying the best views of Biscayne Bay with style. The property contains features designed by Arquitectonica, a lobby by Piero Lissoni, and outdoor spaces by Enzo Enea. The beautiful property includes a state-of-the-art fitness center, a Napa Valley style organic restaurant and wine bar, 290 luxury condominiums featuring private elevator access and up to 11-ft ceiling heights, a limited collection of sky penthouses, four duplex penthouses, 90 fully furnished designer suites, “Smart Building” technology, and much more. The 12th floor deck includes resort style amenities, such as a heated pool, private cabanas, smartly appointed clubroom, media room, children’s playroom, business center, professionally staffed full service spa, golf simulation room, cigar lounge, wine room, luxury restaurant, Zen pool terrace along with a sky pool and observatory on the 60th floor rooftop. The Auberge Residences and Spa is also just minutes away from Miami’s current hot spots: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), AmericanAirlines Arena, the Patricia and Philip Frost Museum of Science, the Miami Design District, Midtown, and Wynwood. For more information, please visit www.aubergemiamiresidences.com

Fashion, Health & Fitness, MSM Online

Beyoncé Launches Activewear Line for Women

By Gisel Habibnejad By now everyone should know that Beyoncé has just dropped an exclusive activewear line for women proving that you too can be fierce at the gym. The line, Ivy Park, was co-founded by Sir Phillip Green and will be available online and select Nordstrom stores (locally, Dadeland Mall) on April 14th. While it is primarily used for active environments, the line is designed to be used outside of active uses so you can look and feel great no matter what. The brand itself takes all women into consideration by providing pieces “for all women of all body types, all sizes, and all price-points.” The brand’s mission is to empower the importance of strength, wellness, and health over outer beauty. It is comprised of 200 pieces that come in three sizes in order to satisfy maximum comfort: the I, the V, and the Y. For more information, please visit www.ivypark.com & http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/ivy-park

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The Ultimate Brunch, There is No Better Way to Munch

By Justina Coronel With a bunch of brunch locations with bubbly mimosas, spicy Bloody Mary’s, and ‘eggscelent’ benedicts, it’s hard to narrow down where to enjoy this new phase. Provided are three great locations that will give you the ultimate brunch craze. Seaspice With a vibrant ambiance and waterfront dining, this is a combination of good vibes, good bites, and good sights. The delectable Lobster Benedict smothered with sherry hollandaise served with potato hash and shaved asparagus is quite the selection. A great alternative choice is the baked shrimp & eggs casserole with spring leeks, tomatoes, and onions. Brunch Available- Saturday & Sunday For more information, please visit www.seaspicemiami.com The Biltmore Hotel The Biltmore is known for its lavish Champagne brunch, which includes an elaborate buffet. With a breakfast station, carving station, tapas/salad station, sushi/seafood station, caviar and raw bar, pasta station, and dessert station, there is no doubt guests will find something that they will enjoy. The champagne is bottomless in companion with the endless trips to the buffet. Brunch Available- Sunday For more information, please visit www.biltmorehotel.com Bagatelle This lively hot spot twisted with a French flare is paired with a delicious menu. The spicy crab benedict includes an English muffin topped with a jumbo lump crab covered with avocado and chipotle Hollandaise. Another choice is the Bagatelle Burger, which is a sirloin burger capped with Brie cheese, black truffle mayo, tomato, and red onion compote smacked in between two toasted brioche buns. Brunch Available- Sunday For more information, please visit www.bistrotbagatelle.com

Health & Fitness, MSM Online, Tech

TRN: Access to Elite-Level Personal Training

By Gisel Habibnejad If you’re looking for all-access to personalized workout programs instantly, TRN has a solution for you. Now available in Miami, this health and fitness app covers four disciplines: general training, yoga, Pilates, and swimming. The app offers all functionalities to meet the needs of busy lives that understand the importance of fitting a workout into their schedules. Through TRN, you can review, choose, and get to know the qualified trainer of your choice before booking your in-person training session. All training Specialists are handpicked by TRN and hold a high level of expertise in their fields. Each Specialist takes the time to learn about their client’s medical history, capacity, and goals in order to personalize each workout catered to the client’s needs. With these qualities, clients should be seeing results in no time. Founders Pat Manocchia and Greg Peters sought to bring health and fitness accessible to all and have succeeded. Manocchia is also the founder of the premier health and fitness provider in the U.S. known as LA PALESTRA Center for Preventative Medicine and, Peters is a well-known fitness expert. “Miami has evolved into a place of high end, quality and luxury services; this audience demands convenience and personal service whenever they want, which is what we do,” shared Peters. TRN IOS is available for download at the app store For more information, please visit www.TRNME.com

Cover Stories, Luxury, MSM Online, Sports

Keeping Up with Alonzo Mourning

By Zachary Devita Photography by Claudio Beier Alonzo Mourning will always be remembered as the NBA player who put himself on the map for his passion and hard work on the hardwood. During his career, he was a seven-time NBA All-Star, a two-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year and won an NBA Championship in 2006 with the Miami Heat. When he retired in 2009 at the age of 38, his number, 33, became the only retired number in Heat history. One of the most influential figures during his time in the NBA is former Heat coach and current Team President Pat Riley. “I’m a little biased, but it has to be Pat Riley. While he’s known for his strategic coaching tactics, to his players he was a motivator but not only that, he got the best out of his players. And I think that’s a key to being a great coach, not just drawing up a great play. I think it’s about you getting your players to believe in the plan you’ve set out,” shared Alonzo. Retirement hasn’t stopped Alonzo from being involved with the NBA and the Miami Heat. “I’m the Vice President of Player Programs and Development for the Miami Heat, which consumes a lot of my time.” Beyond being involved with the Miami Heat, Alonzo has been working tirelessly with the Mourning Family Foundation, which he established in 1997. The mission of the charity is to help the development of children and families living in at-risk situations and providing support and services that will enhance their lives. “There’s a hole that needs to be filled as it pertains to all the obstacles that young people are trying to overcome. We just have to accept responsibility and understand that what it really comes down to is helping young people accomplish their goals.” Alonzo has also partnered with the Warren Henry Auto Group to benefit his non-profit organizations. Some of these special events included sponsoring a donation drive to assist in collecting toys, gifts, and donations that were gifted to students of the Toys for Tots program, in which Warren Henry Auto Group has participated in for several years. They also assisted in the Back to School Drive, which involved being a location point that collected school supplies for children in need. Although retirement keeps him busy, Alonzo still misses some nuances and parts of the game. “I miss the comradery more than anything. The playoffs were something that I used to look forward to and I loved to compete at that level. But the long and short of it, I miss the competitiveness and being around my teammates.” For now, Alonzo continues to build his strong relationship with the community around him and push the young players on the Miami Heat for a bright future for not only themselves, but for the team as well. For more information, please visit www.mourningfamilyfoundation.org & www.warrenhenryauto.com

Culinary, LIFESTYLE, MSM Online

National Beer Day: Brew with a View

By Justina Coronel Hooray for National Beer Day! National Beer Day takes place today; what better way to enjoy a ‘brew with a view’ concept than visiting South Florida’s oceanfront hotels near local breweries. W Hotel Fort Lauderdale – Funky Buddha Brewery This gorgeous hotel overlooking the beach is not a far drive from South Florida’s largest brewery. This 54,000 square-foot production brewery hosts a tour of the brewery as well as a lounge area for inside game activities for guests to play. Stanton South Beach – Abbey Brewing Company The Stanton Hotel, surrounded by the vibrant South Beach, has a great view of the white sandy beaches and is only minutes away from Abbey Brewing Co. This down-to-earth atmosphere is the only brewpub in Miami Beach. Circa 39 Hotel – Wynwood Brewing Company Circa 39 is the “home away from home” newly renovated hotel located on Mid-Beach. With a 15-minute drive, Wynwood Brewing Co. hosts a “Would You Wynwood?” package, which includes a private brewery tour/tasting. Cheers to celebrating a day of beers!

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