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Elephantito: A Socially Responsible Clothing Line for Trendy Tots

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By Gisel Habibnejad Finding stylish clothing for children can be tough. Thankfully, Miami’s very own Elephantito designs luxurious ensembles to wipe those worries away. Located in Key Biscayne and owned by two local mothers, Maria Frallicciardi and Alexandra Penso, this brand caters to their audiences in a way only mothers can. You’ll also be happy to know that they have full control of their company, ensuring fair pay and treatment of their employees and fabrics used to create their visions. The factory is headquartered in Peru, who is well-known “for the quality of their raw materials and qualified craftsmanship.” The workers are also protected by socially responsible laws and are guaranteed social security, maternity leave, and paid vacation. You can never go wrong with the right quality and style! The garments and shoes are created to fit boys and girls between the ages of 3 months and 10 years old. In their latest collection, you’ll find adorable dresses and jumpers of various colors and playful patterns. For more information on Elephantito, please visit elephantito.com

Culture, LIFESTYLE, MSM Online, Music

Weekend Guide: 10/16-10/18

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Monster Masquerade When: Friday, October 16th at 8:00pm Where: Zoo Miami Tickets: $75 Additional Information: Open bar and food will be available; Costume contest; Dr. Wilde’s Creepy House experience Zoomiami.org Juan Gabriel Concert When: Friday, October 16th at 9:00pm Where: AmericanAirlines Arena Tickets: Available at ticketmaster.com Grovetoberfest When: Saturday, October 17th all day Where: Peacock Park Tickets: General Admission (4:00pm entrance): $40; Beer Socialite (3:00pm entrance): $70; VIP (2:30pm entrance, VIP lounge, & air-conditioned bathrooms): $90 Click here to read more  Not So Scary Family Halloween Bash When: Sunday, October 18th at 1:00-5:00pm Where: Miami Children’s Museum Tickets: $40, all proceeds go to Miami Children’s Museum’s educational programs Additional Information: Games, crafts, PG haunted house, mad-scientist lab, trick-or-treating opportunities throughout the museum Miamichildrensmuseum.org Kitober Fest When: Sunday, October 18th at 5:00pm Where: Haulover Beach Park Tickets: Free admission; Parking $7 Additional Information: Food, refreshments & kites are available for purchase; Encourages to bring own kites Skywardkites.com

Culinary, Culture, MSM Online

Grovetoberfest: An Homage to Tradition and Craft Beer

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By Michèle Bigler Didn’t have enough money saved up to fly across the ocean to Munich for the traditional Octoberfest? Not to worry Grovetoberfest is coming up this Saturday and you can enjoy a mini, South Florida version of the 2-century-old event. In case you didn’t know Bavarians have been uniting since 1810 at the end of September for 17 days in their famous Theresienwise gardens to honor a tradition that began with the union between King Ludwig I and Princess Therese. The festivities began with horse races, beer and wine and quickly developed into a yearly event that transformed itself through the years and is now mostly likely one of the more famous traditions around the world. Today, the horse races have been abolished and replaced with amusement facilities and people flock to Munich every year to dress in costume, gulp millions of liters of beer and get a taste of the Bavarian tradition.  Likewise, copycat festivals have sprouted around the globe and in our very own back yard, Peacock Park in Coconut Grove to be precise. This Saturday will be the 5th edition of South Florida’s take on the German tradition featuring its protagonist: beer, but not just any beer, craft beer. Grovetoberfest has quickly become the largest and most respected craft beer festival in Florida. With independent breweries popping up and making a name for themselves everywhere this is the place to learn about new beers, savor classics and catch up on brew happenings.  Not only will you be able to savor carefully crafted recipes, it will all be accompanied by live music provided by The Bougainvillea’s Live Music Stage and food vendors that will surely include the tangy liquid as a secret ingredient, just in case you ever wondered what beer cupcakes taste like. Well behaved dogs are welcome, children not so much (21+ crowd), so call the babysitter, get your leashes and head over to the grove for our own tradition the Miami way with beers, music, food, sun and laughs on Saturday October 17th 3-7p.m. Get your tickets here. http://www.grovetoberfest.com 

MSM Online, Traveler

Six of the World’s Most Beautiful Waterfalls

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Majestic beauty takes form in the waterfalls of the world. The loud sound coming from the water making its way down, making themselves known. While the sight alone brings peace and awe to all who are fortunate enough to encounter one. Here are some of the most beautiful waterfalls on earth.  1. Plitvice Falls, Croatia 2. Niagara Falls, New York 3. Palouse Falls, Washington 4. McCarthur-Burney Falls, California 5. Ban Goic-Detian Falls, Vietnam 6. Multnomah Falls, Oregon

Culinary, MSM Online

The Habit Burger Grill: 6 Menu Items You Need To Try Right Now

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By Justina Coronel Look no further, Miami now has the best charburger. The Habit Burger Grill has officially opened its doors at Fountain Square, 9971 West Flagler Street, Suite 180 in Miami, Florida. In 1969, the first Habit Burger Grill opened in Santa Barbara, California and expanded to over 120 restaurants in 12 markets throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, and to our beautiful Sunshine State. The new location includes a 3,000 square-foot building with seating of 108 and includes indoor and patio seating as well. The Habit Burger Grill is a burger-centric fast casual restaurant that prides itself in fresh quality products with delicious savory flavors. This burger joint specializes in one-of-a-kind chargrilled burgers and sandwiches. The charburger is 100% fresh ground beef that is never frozen. They feature USDA choice tri-tip steak that is marinated in house, sushi-grade tuna that is flown in several times per week from Fiji, and grilled chicken breasts that are hand-filleted and marinated in house as well. These items are perfectly cooked over an open flame for some extra pop of flavor. The best way to pair these mouthwatering sandwiches are with French fries, onion rings, sweet potato fries, or tempura green beans that are all 100% trans-fat free and cooked in soybean oil. Last but not least, the ultimate way to top off the meal is to have a handmade blended shake or malt that can be provided in multiple flavorful choices from creamy chocolate, to strawberry, to vanilla, to mocha, and even to coffee. 1. Albacore Tuna Filet Sandwich 2. Charburger 3. The Milkshakes 4. Santa Barbara Style Charburger 5. Tempura Green Beans 6. Veggie Burger The Habit Burger Grill’s mission has always been to have to a great a burger for a great price. Years later, it continues to be their motivation. So make sure to make it habit to enjoy a quality and delicious meal at The Habit Burger Grill. For more information, please visit www.habitburger.com

Arts, Culinary, Culture, MSM Online

The Weekend Guide: 10/8-10/10

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Exercise? Check. Art? Check. Literature? Check. Food and beer? Double check. This weekend is full of all things good for the mind and body. Craft Spirits Festival When: Thursday, October 8th at 7:00pm Where: The Cruz Building Tickets: $75 each; craftspiritsfest.com MDC Museum of Art & Design Tots When: Friday, October 9th all day Where: MDC Museum of Art & Design Burger King Beach Run When: Saturday, October 8th at 7:30am Where: Lummus Park Tickets: Range from $5-$40; bkbeachrun.com Percy Jackson Creator Rick Riordan at Miami Book Fair When: Saturday, October 10 at 2:00pm Where: MDC, Chapman, Building 3, 2nd floor Additional Information: miamibookfair.com / booksandbooks.com Miami Book Fair Kick Off Party When: Saturday, October 10th at 4:00pm Where: Wynwood Walls Additional Information: miamibookfair.com

Arts, Culture, MSM Online

The Festival of Trees: Shed a Leaf for Interior Architecture

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By Michèle Bigler With Halloween around the corner, the holiday season has officially kicked off and you know what that means, time to take out your calendar and mark the most noteworthy events of the season. It’s a difficult time because you’ll be forced to pick and choose from a long list of momentous happenings, but not to worry, MSM has scanned some of them for you and will be providing you with the ultimate culture guide for the season. To kick off the myriad of events we’ve hand picked the 29th Festival of Trees a yearly fundraising in honor of the students at the Interior Architecture Department at FIU.  November 19th marks the 29th fundraiser in which all profits go to the Department of Interior Architecture (9th best in the United States). Those of you looking to succor the Arts and assist South Florida in escalating its artistic flourishing, this is the place for you to give back to the academic community. Head over to the iconic Moore Building for innovative tree designs donned by local designers and maybe bid on one while you’re there or just gawk at the pieces and the protagonist of the edifice: an interwoven installation by renowned architect Zaha Hadid. Her attempt to connect each floor symbolically suggests a transgression of borders that hits close to home in Miami and resembles a hypnotizing concrete grapevine.  Themes in the past have been known to “both compliment and contradict our period” and always “attempt to bring in what concerns our world today” according to previous attendees. Start your holiday season by spectating the work of and mingling with the best designers in South Florida, relishing spectacular cuisine and sipping a few liquid infusions. For more information, please visit www.festivalofthetrees.net

Beauty, Entertainment, Fashion, MSM Online

Cindy Crawford Celebrates Book Launch in Miami

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By Gisel Habibnejad This week, Cindy Crawford celebrated the launch of her book, Becoming, at Miami-Dade College and Books & Books in Bal Harbour. She kicked off the week with a conversation led by NBC’s Jackie Nespral at Miami-Dade College. Crawford discussed her book, her definition of beauty, motherhood, and her trailblazing modeling career. “What I really enjoyed about modeling is the story-telling part of it,” said Crawford to the audience. The following day, Crawford hosted a book signing at Books & Books Bal Harbour where many fans cherished her time there.  Becoming is a collection comprised of 150 iconic shots throughout Crawford’s modeling career. She also gives exclusive insight on stories which shaped her path and ultimately led her to become the woman she is today. Cindy also has another launch to be excited about. Her beauty line, Meaningful Beauty, will be releasing its latest product and has already been making waves in the beauty world–The Meaningful Beauty Vitality Oil–in February 2016.

Business, Living, MSM Online, Real Estate

Hyde Hotel & Residences Groundbreaking Event

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Photography by Alberto Tamargo Last week, an exciting new development in Miami broke ground to begin construction. Living within the growing community and popularity of Midtown Miami has just become easier with Hyde Hotel & Residences Midtown Miami by The Related Group and Dezer Development. Interiors will be designed by Arquitectonica, the Miami-based architecture firm, and the Rockwell Group. Located between the Miami Design District and Downtown Miami, the building includes 410 luxury condominiums, 60 hotel rooms, and 19,500-sq ft of retail space.

Culinary, MSM Online

Gluten Free Dining

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By Alyse Mier One of the most stressful parts about eating out while on a gluten free diet is figuring out where you can eat. Some restaurants don’t offer gluten free menus and some require you to look extensively through their menu and make substitutions. However, we’ve just made your dining experience a lot less tedious by creating a list of 4 chain restaurants that offer gluten free menus and can be found almost anywhere in the nation. (You can view all menus below.) CRAVE CRAVE restaurant was created out of a passion to provide guests with a dining experience best defined as the CRAVE experience. It combines quality ingredients, outstanding service, sophisticated ambiance and diverse menu options. The exceptionally talented culinary team drafts a fresh menu every season that uses the highest quality ingredients to ensure guests the best dining experience possible. The chefs share their favorite recipes and techniques in order to create a diverse menu that is sure to offer something for everybody, including those who are gluten sensitive. Rosa Mexicano Since opening its doors 30 years ago Rosa Mexicano continues to surpass the expectations of authentic Mexican cuisine by providing guests with dishes prepared with socially responsible ingredients and providing a menu that everyone can enjoy. All the dishes remain true to their roots while incorporating regional accents or innovative techniques that will make them stand out among others of its kind. Eliminate all your food cravings by indulging in fresh guacamole prepared tableside, as it has been famously done since 1984. Or enjoy some corn masa empandas stuffed with chicken and chorizo. Gluten free menus are available for both lunch and dinner and are bound to make Rosa Mexicano one of your go to spots. SUSHISAMBA Only at SUSHISAMBA will you find the unique blend of Brazilian, Japanese and Peruvian flavors. This tri-cultural unification is rich in history and is representative of the early 20th century when Japanese immigrants traveled to South America to cultivate coffee farms, and thus flourished the combination of these three cultures. SUSHISAMBA has become known for serving traditional dishes as well those with an unlikely combination of flavors. From one menu you can order something as simple as Alaskan King Crab Leg to something as complex as Chicharron De Calamar with tomatoes, onions, fried plantains, tamarind and mint. A dining experience at SUSHISAMBA is a truly unconventional dining experience. The Capital Grille From the moment you walk into The Capital Grille your experience will be of true elegance. It is the restaurant’s goal that everything that arrives at your table leaves you more than satisfied from beginning to end. Guests can choose from a selection of nationally renowned dry aged steaks, the freshest seafood and a list of world-class wines. The Capital Grille only uses the finest ingredients that are brilliantly prepared and designed to engage all your senses in this elegant dining experience.

Culture, Entertainment, MSM Online, Music

Marc Anthony Headlines This Weekend at AAA

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Photography by: Nikon Miami Marc Anthony is taking the Latin heat up a notch this weekend in Miami. With two concerts lined up, men and women of all ages across the city will be in attendance. It’s rare that an artist can engage audiences of all languages, ages, and generations but Marc has never had a problem succeeding there. Put on your dancing shoes and get ready for a night filled with fun, singing, and lots of dancing. Date: Friday, Oct. 2nd & Saturday, Oct. 3rd Time: 8:00pm Place: American Airlines Arena Tickets: ticketmaster.com

Arts, Culture, MSM Online, Music

The Weekend Guide: 10/1/2015 – 10/4/15

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It’s that time of the week again–your weekend guide is here! Enjoy everything from kayaking tours to highly anticipated concerts to insightful and cultural happenings. #WeAreMiamians What: Award ceremony for Miami’s version of the popular Instagram account Humans of New York When: Thursday, Oct. 1st at 7:00-9:00pm Where: University of Miami Lowe Art Museum Admission: Free First Friday Art Walk What: Experience the art offered by this up-and-coming art district while enjoying special events, drinks, music, and great company. When: Friday, Oct. 2nd at 6:00pm Where: Wynwood District Admission: Free Marc Anthony Concert When: Friday, Oct. 2nd at 8:00pm & Saturday, Oct. 3rd at 8:00pm Where: American Airlines Arena Tickets: aaarena.com 5k PARK Fest What: Lots of activities are taking place at this 5K run including face painting, an awards ceremony, auction, rock climbing, cooking lessons, and so much more. You can run, walk, do yoga, or zumba to represent your cause f choice. When: Saturday, Oct. 3rd at 12:00pm-6:00pm Where: Virginia Key South Beach Registration: 5kparkfest.org Additional Information: Parking costs $10 Brad Paisley Concert When: Saturday, Oct. 3rd at 7:30pm Where: Perfect Vodka Amphitheatre West Palm Beach, FL Tickets: ticketmaster.com Key Biscayne Kayak Park What: Take a wonderful kayak tour through Crandon Park and learn about all the history the shorelines of Key Biscayne have to offer. When: Sunday, Oct. 4th at 9:30am-12:00pm Where: Crandon Park Visitors and Nature Center Admission: $30

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