Slowly but surely the national economic crisis is improving, there are even signs of South Florida’s real estate market climbing out of the hole in the last few months, partially due to many foreign consumers. On Jan. 26, The Masters Broker Forum held a panel discussion and reception at a new luxury penthouse at One Thousand Ocean Drive in Boca Raton. Guests received the star treatment before the panel discussion; touring the luxury building, networking and enjoying some hors’ d’oeuvres and spirits.

On Saturday, Jan. 22, Ferrari aficionados and classic car lovers took to the lawn of The Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach for the 20th year of The Concorso d’ Eleganza competition at the Palm Beach Cavallino Classic. Heralded as one of the world’s most highly regarded automotive events, Ferrari celebrated both past and present prestige by featuring 400 of the most illustrious vintage and new Ferraris from around the world.

Since the weather in New York is still cold, why not cozy up with a new, warm, cashmere scarf. Le Col, which was founded by two young Frenchman in 2009 is the latest trend in luxury accessories for men and women. Le Col’s scarves are 100% cashmere and add a chic, Parisian flair to any outfit.

What better way to celebrate the one you love then by enjoying a decadent meal in one of the ‘Ritz-iest’ hotels in the ‘Magic City’! The Ritz Carlton located on South Beaches’ most legendary road, in the heart of the party-capital is offering a Valentine’s Day special for the ‘sweethearts’. This hotel knows how to do a romantic holiday in style; they are offering several packages for the weekend before and on Valentine’s Day.

Insider’s Guide to Miami
Christine Joseph is the owner of the popular nail salon, NailBar in Midtown. This modern twist to the old style nail salon has women all over Miami flocking to this avant-garde bar. Christine wanted to take it one step further by having the ladies sit in comfortable pod-like pedicure chairs equipped with an iPod and iPad holder, so clients can feel free to manage their own playlist. Christine Joseph

The Stats: Born in Long Island, NYC, she has called Miami home for the past 22 years.

Best Aspect of Palm Beach: “Cultural Diversity.”

The fact that one of the hottest winter events is also a New York benefit should not come as a surprise to any native. In fact, the words actually seem to denote one of the hottest, most exclusive philanthropic events the City has to offer. Bailey House, the 1983-founded organization that provides those suffering from HIV/AIDS with homes, is teaming up with the talented designer, Carmen Marc Valvo, and beloved TV personnel, Sherri Shepherd, of The View, to host the 23rd Annual Bailey House Auction and Party.

There is a legend at The Hurricane Club, one that explains the origins of the restaurant as a lavish champion of “Inauthentic Polynesian” food, and romances the South Pacific as humbly exotic. It begins with a ship, The Junebug, bound for the riches and splendor of the islands, but on returning back to New York, a hurricane surge wrecked the ship and marooned all aboard at the island of Lokoko.

Seeing as February is American Heart Month, it was only fitting that Diet Coke partnered with supermodel Heidi Klum to play its first-of-a-kind “Capture the Flag” game with the goal of raising awareness and funds for the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute’s The Heart Truth® campaign last Tuesday.

Is everything really bigger in Texas? If you use the two-night 8th annual “Leather and Laces” party as a benchmark, then the answer is a resounding yes! Throw in the fact that football is the state’s unofficial religion and you have the recipe for the hottest Super Bowl party in the country for the 8th year in a row.