Imagine a boat that blends the advantages of a catamaran with the thrill of a Hovercraft. That’s the Axcell 650 Catamaran Sport Yacht. Measuring 66'5” with the swim platform, the Axcell 650 is the result of a collaboration between MACS Research and noted megayacht designer J.C. Espinosa. Like all catamarans, the yacht features twin hulls that cut through the water efficiently for a smooth ride. A twist comes in the form of what MACS Research calls HybridAir Technology, which it has patented.

On Tuesday, Jan. 25, the Fest Friends officially kicked off the 2011 South Beach Wine & Food Festival at FIU’s Biscayne Bay campus. The 50 guests were greeted at the Southern Wine and Spirits Beverage Management Center with Prosecco while servers passed an array of colorful hors d’oeuvres which included salmon topped cucumbers and canapés. With the much-anticipated festival less than a month away, the friends were sent back to school and put to the true culinary test.

February means Valentine's Day ... which means that restaurant chefs throughout the area will be showcasing special menus over the big weekend (many of which we'll be profiling for you here in the next few days). But Stella Blu, that sweet little romantic dining room in West Conshohocken, is wondering why hold back? Instead of keeping their special lobster menu tucked away, they are offering it all through February.

This full service oceanfront building is located in the historic Art Deco District of South Beach.

This week may be all about the big names in the Big Game, but the Leading Ladies Spectacular is celebrating the incredible women behind professional athletes. In honor of Super Bowl XLV, the Leading Ladies Spectacular will raise money for Genesis Women’s Shelter while recognizing women for their philanthropic contributions.

Jewelry can take any outfit from drab to fab, especially if you are wearing a one of a kind piece. Eric Levine, owner of the online shop Affordable Vintage Jewelry NYC, scours estate sales, antique markets and auctions to locate exceptional vintage necklaces and bracelets.

Saturday night, the cast and crew from the new film “Ten Year” held their wrap party at Tao at the Venetian. The movie, about a group of friends who reunite 10 years after their high school graduation, just finished filming.

“My Eyes Have Seen” is the latest Frost Art Museum show featuring renowned fashion and fine art photographer Robert Farber from New York. The exhibit is now through the March 13, 2011. This impressionistic photographic journey inspires timelessness. Farber offers the viewer the blessings of his artistic wisdom and experience. In 1995, he received the ASP International Award, given by the Professional Photographers of America and The American Society of Photographers to those who have made a significant contribution to the science and art of photography.

Saturday night at Hard Rock Hotel, Wilmer Valderrama celebrated his 31st birthday with a group of 30 friends at Vanity. Valderrama and his crew — which included Damien Wayans, Chocolate Punk and R&B artist Frankie J — hung out at a VIP table surrounded by lots of ladies.



To celebrate the opening of Club Med Sandpiper Bay, located in Port St. Lucie, Florida, a ribbon-cutting ceremony and champagne toast with guests and local dignitaries was hosted by Henri Giscard D'Estaing, Chairman and CEO, Club Méditerranée and Xavier Mufraggi, President and CEO, Club Med North America. With the St. Lucie River and spectacular sunset as the back-drop, JoAnn M. Faiella, Mayor of Port St. Lucie cut the red ribbon with Vice Mayor Linda Bartz and Councilman Jack Kelly by her side.

Romance, mystique and indulgence is what lovers will find this Valentine’s Day at Mandarin Oriental, Miami, with stunning views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline. Celebrate with a romantic Valentine spa package and outstanding romance-themed meals at Azul and Café Sambal.

Miami City Ballet’s internationally and critically acclaimed company of 50 dancers will be joined by Miami City Ballet School students to present the second Ballet for Young People program at the Adrienne Arsht Center Ziff Ballet Opera House on Saturday, February 12, 2011, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

At the Brides Give Back event on Feb. 23, engaged couples will have the opportunity to bid on services being donated by some of the city's most popular wedding vendors, potentially saving would-be brides and grooms thousands of dollars on their big day. Best of all, the event will benefit the Save the Family Foundation of Arizona.

On Friday night, Lesley and David Schulhof had David's roaring '20s themed 40th birthday party at The Glass House. Everyone was dressed up in all different kinds of costumes–head bands with feathers, pearls, gangster suits, and flapper dressers. When we arrived we were handed a DS flask.

Alec Baldwin, Jason Bateman, Jeff Bridges, LL Cool J, Rosario Dawson, Josh Duhamel, Jon Hamm, Angie Harmon, Dennis Haysbet, Nicole Kidman, Eva Longoria, Cory Monteith, and Amy Poehler, are just a few of the A-listers that are going to be presenting at this tomorrow’s SAG Awards. Traditionally, the green room was simply a brief lounging area behind the stage where presenters and guests would sit to wait for their time to go on stage. But this year, the “green room” will hardly be green. For the first time ever, the Green Room will be fully designed and decorated by a luxury brand. And what better brand to match the caliber of the room’s guests than FENDI’s home collection, FENDI CASA.

Seeking healing, abundance, strength, self-confidence, and awakening? Lama Migmar Tseten, Harvard University Tibetan Buddhist Chaplain, leads retreats worldwide. The Mother Tara Empowerment Ceremony given by Lama Migmar, according to the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition had been passed through many generations of Indian yogis and Tibetan Lamas. At a profound level, this ceremony is given so that you can realize the enlightened wisdom Mother within. During this two day program, Lama Migmar bestows the empowerments of Green Tara. You are guided in Sanskrit mantra and sacred Tibetan language recitations with English translations. Lama Migmar also gives instructions in Calm Abiding and Mindfulness Meditation. During the teachings and throughout the empowerment, you may experience inner joy and bliss to overcome the layers of baggage of afflicted and destructive emotions that have built up over past years and lives.

“DIESEL and Adidas Originals, two global lifestyle brands that share common values such as authenticity, self-expression, and creativity for the fashion forward...” Yes, the two fashion powerhouses have teamed up again to create an amazing new sneaker available now worldwide! Last time these two joined forces was in 2008 when they presented their special denim collection, and now they bring to you their newest venture.

Sergio Romo, pitcher for the San Francisco Giants, the 2010 World Series champions, dedicated some time to meet the children of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas on Friday, Jan. 28. Twenty children got up close and personal with the major league big-timer and received personalized and autographed baseballs.