During the past couple of weeks, there’s been a flurry of excitement surrounding my stance against weight-loss surgery. Basically, I’m against it. But what if you could reap the benefits of having WLS without ever entering an operating room?Rena Greenberg, a nationally certified hypnotist and author of The Right Weigh:…
The Mizu Con this past weekend was disappointing for anyone except diehard fans of Japanese animation. Cons are supposed to be big — that’s why they’re con-ven-tions. But, the Mizu Con took up a few small halls at the Hyatt Regency Downtown and not much else.The most fun to be…
Juan de los Muertos or Juan of the Dead. Even the title elicits a smile. The concept does even more – a full-fledged zombie (communists?) flick produced on the island of Cuba, by Cubans, with Cuban zombies in full make up and a protagonist that does the unthinkable — decides…
Mizu Con, which we mistakenly thought was named after a soup, hits Miami this Friday. The anime convention will feature vendors, costume contests, panels, gaming rooms, and artist areas displaying Japanese artwork.Local groups will also perform, including Urban Ronin, a local stunt performance troupe, which will be put on an…
We all know how bad the economy is right now. Even for those of us lucky to have a an income, times are tough. Just how tough are they for Floridians?In a recent study posted on TampaBayOnline.com, Florida ranks fourth when it comes to families being able to afford food…
In response to all the WLS advocates (except for those who threatened my well-being):I was on the BariatricTV radio show on Blog Talk Radio Monday night as an invited guest to discuss my last Fuming Foodie column airing my views on weight loss surgery. We were able to have an…
When somebody mentions Brazil, it probably reminds you that you need to schedule either a waxing appointment or a vacation. Though the country’s film scene might not be the first thing that pops into your mind, Brazilian film has been thriving for years and continues to do so. And when…
The number one reason people give for not eating healthy is, “Healthy food tastes like dog poop.” I’ll admit that I got this data from surveying 9-10 year olds in front of my home waiting in line at the ice cream truck (I figure if I annoy them enough, they’ll…
We know you love zombies. So do we. Which is why we’re mondo excited about the Promethean Theatre’s presentation of Song of the Living Dead: A Zombie Musical. (These are the same zany dramaturgs responsible for bringing Cannibal! The Musical and Evil Dead: The Musical to South Florida.) Song of…
The layperson might know Brazil for nuts, waxes, and Carnival, but Brazil is a country with a banana hammock full of A-listers, starlets, and cutting-edge cinema auteurs. If you don’t believe us, take your uncultured bumbum to the 15th annual Brazilian Film Festival of Miami, beginning Friday and running through…
US News & World Report recently noted that gastric bypass surgery not only cuts your appetite but also might reduce your desire for high-fat foods. Over the years, I’ve had friends who have suffered through gastric bypass or lap band procedures. They’ve all shed weight as if they had made…
When you get props from someone like Hilary Rodham Clinton, that’s some serious shiz. Yoani Sánchez, commonly referred to as the “Cuban Blogger” for her illegal reporting of life in Cuba directly from the island, seems to have impressed our Secretary of State who said, “She has used technology to…
It seems that the 305 has been sprouting spoken word nights like crazy in recent years. We recently wrote about Words & Wine (New Time’s Best Open-Mike Night) and we just keep hearing of more events to check out involving freedom of speech. Well, Speak! Fridays came to our attention…
In spite of a torrential downpour and threats of a potential hurricane, the Chambord Vodka Weekend’s Detox Brunch ($40) went fabulously well. The staff at The Standard Hotel & Spa made sure guests were comfortable by opening umbrellas and handing out towels all afternoon.There were platters of lush, fresh fruit…
Today is the third day of my juice fast and the first day I don’t want to kill myself. About a month ago I wrote about the documentary Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead, a film that terrorized me as much as it motivated me.This is becoming huge. The documentary’s Facebook…
We know you love zombies. So do we. Which is why we’re mondo excited about the Promethean Theatre’s presentation of Song of the Living Dead: A Zombie Musical. (These are the same zany dramaturgs responsible for bringing Cannibal! The Musical and Evil Dead: The Musical to South Florida.) Song of…
This Friday, YouTube sensations, Jessica and Hunter, are getting comp’d all weekend as the hosts of Chambord Vodka Weekend. In case you don’t live on the Internet, they are a campy duo from Los Angeles whose viral videos target celebrity culture.We managed to find the two majah celebs conscious long…
The first annual Chambord Vodka Weekend kicks off this Friday for three days of fine dining and cocktail parties, as well as a few risqué events involving gay go-go clubs and rooftop pool parties.YouTube breakout stars Jessica & Hunter, notorious for their club kid skits and a fave of Perez…
Of course, South Beach would have a sex museum. And tonight, the World Erotic Art Museum opens its “Nudes: Erotic, Poetic and Patterned” exhibit, featuring a rare exhibit of 17 original works by the reclusive artist Norman J. Olson. The normally secluded Olson avoids the public and creates pieces “driven…
Sonic isn’t really a fast-food joint. I mean sure, technically it is, but the quality and taste of the food elevate it to something a couple of steps above McDonald’s and Wendy’s. Not only that, but Sonic Beach in Homestead now offers 28 types of beer ($3 to $4), wine,…
If you’re not Cuban, you probably have a Cuban friend who keeps you in stitches with his or her unique observations and off-color comments. Enter Pepe Billete. Pepe has become the 305’s favorite Cuban puppet gone viral. Billete takes songs you know and love, such as those by Rick Ross,…
Editor’s Note: We originally reported Michael Vick was hired by Fuze, the beverage company. In actuality, Vick was hired by Fuse Science energy and nutrition. We regret the error.Michael Vick is now an equity partner in Double Eagle Holdings, which owns the Fuze beverage company Fuse Science energy and nutrition…
