Ophelia, the intimate bakery from award-winning chefs Ana De Sa Martins and Juan Vieira, has expanded to Fort Lauderdale. The couple, whose love story began in the kitchens of Michelin-starred Stubborn Seed, has opened a second Ophelia location at Huizenga Park in the heart of Downtown Fort Lauderdale, celebrating its grand opening on September 28th

From dressing Barbies to designing for Michael Kors and bringing fashion illustration to South Florida events, Alexa Whitehurst has built a creative career defined by vision, individuality, and reinvention. Discover how her journey from luxury fashion to House of Whitehurst is turning personal style into art, one sketch at a time.

Discover Selva House, a luxury pre-construction development in Fort Lauderdale’s Riverside Park featuring two architecturally distinctive residences inspired by tropical brutalism. Designed by OUTTELIER, these three-story homes offer five bedrooms, private pools, lush outdoor living spaces, premium Miele kitchens, wellness amenities, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Exclusively listed by ONE Sotheby’s International Realty | The Seidlin Drum Group, residences start at $2.9

Smashing plates, shouting “OPA!” and raising a glass to Greece, Santorini by Georgios brings the vibrant spirit of the Greek islands to Fort Lauderdale’s New River waterfront. Located near Las Olas Boulevard, the restaurant serves authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, from flaming saganaki and grilled octopus to fresh seafood and lamb.

The Tox Fort Lauderdale is bringing a new approach to body sculpting on Las Olas Boulevard. Trading machines and clinical settings for hands-on techniques, intentional movement and a glamorous, Zen-inspired atmosphere, The Tox offers a non-invasive body contouring experience focused on supporting lymphatic flow and the body’s natural processes. Discover how this Fort Lauderdale wellness destination is redefining sculpting, self-care and feeling lighter, refreshed and confiden

A1A Private Shuttle Service is celebrating 10 years of serving South Florida with the launch of the A1A Community Transportation Initiative. Throughout 2026, qualifying Broward County 501(c)(3) nonprofits can request complimentary group transportation for fundraising events, volunteer efforts, community outreach and organizational gatherings. The initiative reflects A1A’s commitment to giving back and helping local organizations move their missions forward.

From Brickell to Fort Lauderdale, Zachary Oppenheim built Oppenheim Realty from the ground up through hustle, creativity, and community. Today, he’s growing his real estate team, supporting local events, organizing beach cleanups, and helping shape Fort Lauderdale’s evolving real estate scene.

From South Florida pharmacists to the founders of Fetish Factory, Glenn and Donna Leone transformed a passion for alternative fashion into a Fort Lauderdale institution. For more than 30 years, Fetish Factory has brought together leather, costumes, music, creativity, and community. Now, its legendary Halloween celebration returns to The Manor in Wilton Manors on October 24 with a Neo-Medieval theme, blending futuristic armor, steampunk-inspired style, and fantasy into one unf

Here's a 500-character SEO-friendly excerpt: Patrick McEnaney has spent his life bringing people together. From promoting college parties and managing prestigious Park Avenue residences in New York City to creating South Florida wellness events and building a career in luxury real estate with Latitude Key Broker Collective, every chapter has centered on community and connection. Discover how one unexpected hiking experience changed his path and led him to Fort Lauderdale's t

After building marketing strategies for Fortune 500 companies and competing as a Miss Florida USA contestant, South Florida entrepreneur Gabriella Nicolas is launching Pointwood House Consulting. The new strategic marketing consultancy brings enterprise-level branding and marketing expertise to businesses looking to strengthen their brand, connect with audiences, and achieve long-term growth.

After spending 15 years as a case manager, Jinah Lawrence made a bold career shift during the uncertainty of the pandemic. Today, the CEO and Broker Owner of Premier Realty Homes LLC is building her name across South Florida’s competitive housing market.

Paola Mendez built a corporate career in business intelligence before leaving to pursue purpose-driven work in South Florida’s creative community. What began as blogging grew into a movement of storytellers and entrepreneurs, but burnout led her toward healing and hypnotherapy. Today, through Pao Hypnosis, she helps clients break limiting beliefs and rebuild their lives through hypnotherapy and mindset work.

From military service to financial strategy, Carl Cyrius is transforming how people experience taxes. As founder of The Oasis Firm, he replaces confusion with clarity through education, planning, and IRS support. Rooted in discipline and community, his mission now empowers individuals and veterans alike to build confidence, navigate finances, and create stronger futures beyond the uniform.

What began as a warm, familiar banana bread recipe in a family kitchen has risen into something far greater. Hayley Goldberg, founder of Bite Me Protein Bakery, is redefining indulgence with high-protein, low-sugar, vegan treats that don’t sacrifice flavor for function. From college experiments to sold-out farmers markets across South Florida, her journey blends tradition, resilience, and innovation—proving that comfort food and clean eating can thrive in the same bite.

Tired of waiting hours—or even days—for a pool to fill with a garden hose? H2GOFLA is transforming the way South Floridians get clean water, delivering everything from backyard pools to construction sites quickly, efficiently, and stress-free.

Omar Anwar’s O’z Cookiez is redefining sweet treats in South Florida, turning simple ingredients into rich, gooey, and unforgettable cookies. Inspired by childhood baking sessions with his grandmother, Omar creates indulgent chocolate chip cookies and gluten- and dairy-free options that delight every palate. From farmers markets to coffee shops, O’z Cookiez is more than a cookie—it’s a bite of nostalgia, community, and pure, handcrafted flavor.

Solar-powered recycling bins are quietly transforming Fort Lauderdale’s streets. Through innovative design and community partnerships, GoGreen Eco Bins is making it easier for residents and visitors to recycle while helping the city stay cleaner, greener, and more sustainable.

There’s a certain electricity that fills a room when driven people gather with purpose. The hum of conversation, the exchange of ideas, the spark that happens when ambition meets opportunity. That energy returns to South Florida on March 26, 2026, as Elevate 2026 makes its highly anticipated comeback in Pompano Beach.

Before they ever sold a home, Rin Swan Belvedere and Justin Brooks were serving up something even sweeter — joy, community, and heart. Justin Brooks, a South Florida native raised with a strong sense of service, parlayed years of hard work and connection-building into a real estate career shaped by purpose, not just profit, and his “Baked with Brooksy” sales raised nearly $10,000 for local kids while bringing families together with gooey, smile-inducing treats. Rin Swan Belve

Stranded in the Bahamas during the pandemic, cousins Logan Roschman and Clark turned a family tradition into a tropical revelation. Their families had been hopping across the islands since childhood. Logan’s mom and Clark’s dad are siblings, so the duo grew up on salt air, sunshine, and coconuts. As adults, island trips with friends meant gathering fresh coconuts, splashing in some rum, and toasting to paradise. But when COVID left them without mixers, they cracked open cocon