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.

It's almost Valentine's Day and reservations are running low in availability, especially at a few of the more romantic spots in our wonderful city. There are so many options for romance in a city by the beach, you can dine on the water, you can dine near the water, you dine downtown, you can dine on a bluff, how does one choose?! While there are so many renowned romantic spots in San Diego, this is our Top 5 list for what we consider the most romance you can get with your meal. Of course there are many amazing venues that dish up the love and the smolder with every bite of their delectable food, but these five really stand out in romantic ambiance and that inexplicable love vibe that some restaurants really know how to produce.

Max Girombelli, owner of the esteemed Duca Sartoria custom atelier is holding an exclusive custom-made-to-measure event at the Mondrian South Beach from Friday, Feb. 10 – Tuesday, Feb. 15, by appointment only.

February is the month of love and the world is yours when you let your heart love openly and abundantly!! Do you want to be happy? Do you want to feel the sun shining? Well, I have something for you ladies and gentlemen!! Yes, gentlemen too because when your gal or guy is happy you are happy too. Happiness has a domino effect so when one person in the family is happy, that spreads and all the family is happy. That said, this Valentine’s Day, what can you do to ignite your light within and let it shine? Go see professional makeup artist Katherine MacDonald at Cosmo & Company Salon and Spa in West Palm Beach or www.lukacosmetics.com. Kathy is a treasure and has created Luka Mineral Cosmetics and Luka Rx Treatment Cosmetics that will not only bring a smile to your face and brighten your days, but also improve skin texture!!! The ingredients actually renew, replenish and heal your skin.

Gentlemen–overwhelmed by Valentine's Day? Don’t exactly know what to get that amazing woman in your life, Project Lena is here to help with our "Ultimate Gift Guide For HER." Our list includes some splurges and some steals for your girl, whether she’s a Classic Babe, a Bohemian Goddess, a Romantic Honey or a High-End Princess. Read on to see which one is yours…

Truly one of Southern California rarest finds and sitting on one one of Malibu's most exclusive beaches these two separate impeccably crafted beachfront homes are gated and sit on a combined approx 175 feet of beach frontage.

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.

Looking for a special Valentine's Day treat that'll knock her socks off? Nothing makes the heart race like a gift bearing the double-C logo, but popping open the new Chanel lipstick, the Rouge Coco Shine, will give you something to really smile about: having something special and having it first. Bloomingdale's South Coast Plaza will be hosting a special preview of the formulation at the Chanel Beauty Counter Feb. 10, so you'll be the first to get your hands on it and make her Valentine's Day shine.

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.”

Fabulous 13.5+ acre peninsula estate on deep water side of Lake Travis. 1,100 feet of waterfront. Almost 12,000 sq ft of exquisite living areas including 2 separate guest quarters, 8 car garages & 2 car porte cochere.

Route 9, Coral Gables’ newest restaurant opens with dinner service on Wednesday, Feb. 9, just in time for the upcoming holiday weekend. The dining gem hopes to provide a true neighborhood joint and will bring a much-needed vibrancy to the quieter stretch of North Ponce de Leon Blvd.

March 11 will mark the sixth annual “Dancing with Chicago Celebrities Event” which benefits the Susan G. Komen Foundation. There will be dancing, cocktailing, feasting, raffling, and star sightings all night long! And what better place for an extravagant event to take place than the Hyatt Regency Crystal Ballroom in the heart of downtown Chicago.

You spent the last 6 months preparing for the Super Bowl. The Green Bay Packers won! Now what are you going to do with your time? Remember, the Awards Season is in full swing and the Oscars are right around the corner.

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.

This year AIFAF presents a magnificent and very special exhibition of Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919) in collaboration with Hammer Galleries of New York. As you walk into the show, the feeling of happiness is amazing and in particular, the brightness and brilliance of the Renoir show is extraordinary!! The warm bright pastels of Renoir’s later works dating between 1885 and 1912, makes this ambience glorious.

Brand new contemporary waterfront home located in guard gated Bal Harbour.