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A Space-y Adventure Jim Henson’s Fraggles Embark On A New, Out-Of-Their-World Adventure Exclusively At Kennedy Space Center
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From next-gen wearables and smart home helpers to innovative self-care devices, travel-ready gadgets, pet tech, and kitchen upgrades, this curated gadget roundup highlights standout finds that feel thoughtful, useful, and a little luxurious. Here you’ll discover gear that elevates your daily routine, wellness tech that restores and recharges, ecominded devices that streamline your space, travel tools that make every trip smoother, and smart culinary picks that bring pro-level convenience into the home. Whether you’re shopping for the tech enthusiast, the homebody, the jet-setter, the wellness devotee, or the early adopter who already “has everything,” these editor-vetted gadgets hit the sweet spot of quality, design, and everyday delight—so you can give brilliantly and skip the guesswork. EyeVac Air 2-in-1 Air Purifier / Deodorizer & Vacuum: https://eyevac.com Take the hassle out of houseTech List, Page 8A
The on-stage adventure will bring Jim Henson’s Fraggles face-to-face with NASA’s real-life space explorers.
truffle vinaigrette with migas and ginger-scallions, or a luxurious “Chawanmushi” featuring a scallops truffle flan. Entree selections include butter-poached lobster with a bright yuzu infusion or Australian Wagyu paired with sunchoke, wasabi, and snow pea tips. For dessert, diners may choose between a Creamsicle accented with koji and kumquat puree or the rich Les Deux Chocolats, with a cheese plate also available. The menu is priced at $165 per person, with chef’s selection wine pairings offered for an additional $65. Babette is located at 301 Alcazar
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and The Jim Henson Company announce Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure, a new, original live show debuting Monday, December 22nd at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. The exciting, on-stage adventure will bring Jim Henson’s Emmy Award-winning Fraggles face-to-face with NASA’s real-life space explorers. In this first-of-its-kind collaboration, the beloved Fraggles venture from their magical underground caves on a journey to discover the wonders of today’s NASA. Following a mysterious postcard all the way to Florida’s Space Coast, Gobo, Red, and making his live stage debut, Uncle Travelling Matt, arrive at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and meet a member of the Exploration Ground Systems crew, who is essential to every NASA mission. Together, they
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Celebrate Noche Buena and Christmas with a Pan-Latin holiday feast at Toro Toro.
Where To Eat; Dine In Or Take Out In SoFlo On Christmas Eve & Christmas Day 2025 South Florida sparkles a little brighter when Christmas Eve and Christmas Day roll around, and so does its dining scene. Whether you’re craving an elegant, Champagne-laced feast, a Mediterranean-Italian celebration by the beach, or a family-style holiday spread rich with tradition, SoFlo’s restaurants are ready to set the table. This year, MiamiDade and Broward eateries are rolling out special menus, lavish prix fixes, and festive catering options designed to take the stress out of holiday planning— no cooking, no cleanup, just pure culinary joy. From Coral Gables to Sunny Isles, Downtown Miami to Fort Lauderdale Beach, diners
can indulge in everything from butter-poached lobster and truffle-kissed risotto to Pan-Latin Christmas classics, Mediterranean grill platters, and iconic Italian seven-fish feasts. Whether you’re dining in, picking up, or celebrating at home, here’s where to eat in SoFlo for Christmas 2025. Miami-Dade: Babette: Babette will celebrate Christmas Eve (Lunch and Dinner) and Christmas Day (Dinner only) with an elegant holiday menu beginning with a glass of Champagne. Guests may start with either Little Gem lettuce dressed in
Mastering The Subtle Art Of Sustainable Luxury This Miami Beach Standout Is Setting A New Standard For Conscious Comfort By Merilee Kern, MBA
On Collins Avenue in Miami’s upscale Mid-Beach district, The Palms Hotel & Spa feels different the moment you step inside. The property reads like a nature-first oasis that just happens to be oceanfront, and the result is a style of hospitality that favors ease over spectacle and ritual over trend. In a city known for its flash, The Palms stands out for the opposite reason. The experience here is founded on simplicity, calm and connection; to nature, to the community, and to a slower sense of time. What you do not see is as important as what you do. The hotel doesn’t announce its sustainability initiatives; it weaves them into everyday operations so seamlessly that guests often
The Palms Hotel & Spa Pool. notice only after the fact. Bottled water comes in aluminum or glass instead of plastic. Bath amenities in large-scale 100% recycled ocean-bound plastic containers replace single-
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use plastics without compromising style or scent. Heat-sensor lighting and A/C, quick-dry bathrobes, and air purification systems support both comfort and conservation. Outside, the gar-
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dens serve more than an aesthetic role. They cool the property naturally and create a quiet refuge just steps from the beach. Their in-house “Fill-S-Bucket” Program invites guests to learn
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