Miami Real Estate

For the second year in a row, Pinecrest has been recognized as a Tree City USA community for it’s commitment to urban forestry by the Arbor Day Foundation. This national designation requires several standards in order to be named as such. The city must have a tree care ordinance, a tree board or department, a community forestry program and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. Living in a community where planting and nurturing trees is an important priority is just one of the many advantages to living in Pinecrest.  

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The Italy America Chamber of Commerce Southeast presents

The ITALIAN COOKING SHOW IV

A journey through the regional culinary traditions

Chef Luca Taretto from TIRAMESU
AND
Chef Pietro Vardeu from SARDINIA

Featuring

VENETO VS SARDINIA

Thursday, May 20, 2010 – from 6:30 to 8:00 PM
Mia Cucina Showroom- 105 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134

After the show, enjoy traditional Italian food and wine tasting until 9:30 PM

Costs:

Cooking Class & Festival:
$45 general admission
$30 IACC Members

Italian Food & Wine Festival (only):
$10 general admission
Free for IACC Members

Registration and payment by May 19, 2010
RSVP to tanti@iacc-miami.com

SE CERCATE CASA A MIAMI, RIVORGERSI A VICKI ed ALEXANDRA RESTIVO, AGENTI IMMOBILIARI A MIAMI: 305 793-1365  restivo.v@ewm.com

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The Village of Pinecrest is asking everyone for old pictures of the original Parrot Jungle. They want to keep them as part of the history of the recently established Pinecrest Gardens. Village officials are working on a nomination to the National Register of Historic Places in order to include the Parrot Jungle Historic District.

The original Parrot Jungle sat on 20 acres when it opened in 1936. The park moved to Watson Island in 2003 and the site became Pinecrest Gardens with a petting zoo, botanical gardens and a splash-n-play area.

If you have old photos, please submit them to photos@pinecrest-fl.gov or mail them to the Village of Pinecrest. Make sure to include the names of the people in the photos, with an approximate date in which it was taken. A selection of submitted pictures will be on display at a future Pinecrest Gardens event. Deadline for submission is May 30, so scrounge up those old photographs!

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For a variety of reasons, villas and townhouses are a plausible answer to ‘what’s next?’ Whether you want to lock-up and take-off for a well-deserved romp around the globe… or  eliminate  entirely the hassle of maintaining a large home ( and grounds!)…  a townhouse can offer  freedom, without catapulting you into  quarters of claustrophobically minimal dimensions.  If you want  independence and elbow room …  and a condo is just too confining…the answer COULD BE  a townhouse.   

In both Coral Gables & South Miami there are several in the works – some in the development stages (having already broken ground, or about to)…   others ready for occupancy.  They run the whole gamut, with some available for under $500,000.  

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Fortune Magazine  considers Baptist Health South Florida to be one the 100 Best Employers in the United States -   for the past 10 years. 

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Mother’s Day is Sunday May 9, show her how important she is. Here are some ideas on how to celebrate…

Deering Estate’s Annual Mother’s Day Brunch: Brunch and desserts provided by Bill Hansen Catering. Tour the Historic Richmond Cottage and tour the grand Stone House. Brunch is from 10:30 to 1:30.

Mother’s Day at Miami MetroZoo: Take a tour on the safari tram. After the tour, enjoy brunch at the Oasis Grille Pavillion. Enjoy a fun filled day at the zoo.

Canoe Trip at Coral Reef Park: Canoe through the park with a naturalist guiding you. Wear closed shoes and comfy clothes.

Lunch at Fairchild Tropical Gardens: Yummy brunch with pastries and made to order omelettes.

If you can’t make brunch, then treat mom to Afternoon Tea at Fairchild: scones, dessert and savory snacks.

The Kampong: Take a guided tour on Saturday May 8. Located in Coconut Grove, on Biscayne Bay. The Kampong contains tropical fruit and flowering trees.

Jungle Island: Brunch and a day at the Jungle. Enjoy delicious brunch and then spend the day with the animals and watching the shows.

These are just some of the activities you can do to celebrate Mother’s Day. Enjoy!

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WATER HOOK UPS in PINECREST, FLORIDA … who pays… who benefits…  What are the costs and what is the grace period? 

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The Cloisters: Located in Coconut Grove, this gated community features 40 private villas. Each villa has three floors and offers 4,500-7,900 square feet of living space and private elevators. Each villa has 3-5 bedrooms, 2 car garages, and a rooftop terrace overlooking fabulous views of the bay, ocean and city. The Cloisters community offers residents a pool, clubhouse and tennis court.

Gables by the Sea: Located in Coral Gables, this prestigious community has much to offer. Residents enjoy luxurious estates and channels/waterways with ocean access. The community boasts a playground, basketball and tennis courts as well as 24 hour security patrol and guard house. True to its name, life revolves around the sea, with sailing, water skiing, and scuba diving as year round activities. Gables by the Sea offers luxury living in a tranquil coastal setting. Read the rest of this entry »

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It’s that time of year again…. the annual Taste of Pinecrest is back on Sunday March 7, 2010. Come out between 11 am and 5 pm- enjoy yummy tastes from several local restaurants. Pam Mayers will be joining us (The Restivo Team) at the event. We will be on hand to discuss any of your real estate questions. Whether you’re thinking about selling, looking to buy, or any questions you may have, we are happy to help! Stop by our booth and come enjoy this great event.

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The Coral Gables Farmer’s Market runs now through March 27, 2010. Located at 405 Biltmore Way, the market includes chilis, citrus, corn, eggplant, bananas, onions, potatoes, honey, herbs, strawberries and a variety of plants for sale. There’s also some baked goods available. The market runs every Saturday morning from 8 am to 1 pm.

It’s a tradition that dates back to the 1920′s, when it was a thriving avocado and guava grove owned and operated by City founder George Merrick. Every winter, those involved in agriculture would return to the town center in a three-month event amidst the classic Coral Gables architecture.

In addition to the goods at the market, there are free classes offered for market shoppers. The schedule is as follows: 8 am- Tai Chi in the park. 9 am- gardening workshop. 10 am- a master che from one of the local Gables restaurants will create a dish for shoppers to sample…restaurants like Caffe Abbracci and Morton’s Steak House. 11 am- children’s activities offered. Again, these classes / workshops are free. Enjoy the wonderful South Florida weather and spend Saturday morning at the Farmer’s Market in the Gables.

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