Founder and president of Fortune International Group, Edgardo Defortuna has become an esteemed leader in high-end luxury real estate in Miami, with global reach in Latin America and Europe. In 1998, alongside his wife, Ana Cristina, the couple launched their luxury-development arm shaping Miami’s landscape into what it is today — with breathtaking projects like The Ritz-Carlton Residences Sunny Isles Beach, Auberge Beach Residences & Spa Fort Lauderdale and Hyde Resort & Residences. Haute Living caught up with the real estate tycoon and uncovered some of his haute secrets to living in Miami.
Where were you born: Buenos Aires
How long in Miami: 32 Years
Neighborhood: Key Biscayne
Occupation: CEO
Favorite Restaurant: Cipriani
Best Sushi: Zuma
Best Italian: Caffe Abbracci
Best dessert: Tres Leches, Hillstone
Best place for a romantic date: My living room
Best Sunday brunch: Grand Bay Club at Key Biscayne
Best place for a power business meeting: Coya, Brickell
If you have out of town guests, which hotel would you recommend? 1 Hotel, South Beach
Favorite shopping venue/boutique: Bal Harbour Shops
Favorite place to buy jewelry/watches: Hublot
Best Spa: The Standard
Favorite Charity Event: United Cerebral Palsy, South Florida
Favorite Cultural Event: Art Basel
Favorite Cultural Institution: PAMM
Best Steakhouse: Capital Grille
Best Pizza: Puntino Pizzeria, Key Biscayne
Best Lunch: Baires Grill
Best Gym/Athletic Facility: Equinox
Best Massage: My wife
Best Limousine/Driving Service: Aventura Limousine
Best Museum/Exhibit: Julio Le Parc, PAMM
Describe your city in three words: It is hard to say in just three words, Miami is: Exciting, Vibrant, Current, Trendy, Modern, Smart
Favorite historic/legendary place to see or explore: Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
All-around favorite spot in Miami: Key Biscayne
Best Aspect of Miami: Miami’s diversity and culture
