Never had Persian food? Unsure on where to even start on the menu? Christian Owens has a suggestion. Come in once and give it a try. “Once they try it,” he said, “they’re hooked.” Christian and other staffers look out for newbies perusing the menu screens near the counter. Someone inevitably comes out to help and make a few suggestions. Joojeh - marinaded chicken - comes as a large plate, small plate...

JetStream Federal Credit Union has been recognized for its smart use of push notifications. The Miami Lakes-based financial institution won the 2026 Nudgie Award for Most Impactful Data-Triggered Nudge for its use of data-driven member engagement through the Larky nudge platform. Larky is a financial platform that banks and credit unions use to send push notifications to customers. It hosts the awards to recognize clients who use its...

The Miami Lakes Small Business Lotto returns this fall to inspire people to shop local. The lottery, which was started by Trelles Cottage owner Kimberly Trelles, invites shoppers to fill out a bingo card by shopping small in Miami Lakes. For every square a shopper fills, they get an entry into January’s $500 grand prize drawing as well as prizes from the businesses. Participating business stamp your card when you make a...

For a second year in a row, the Chevrolet dealership at Miami Lakes AutoMall has been named Chevrolet’s dealership of the year. Under the leadership of Executive General Manager for Chevrolet Lazaro Veliz, the dealership has now won the award two years in a row. “The most important is that none of this could have been possible if it wasn’t for the team we have,” said Richard Hernandez, the AutoMall’s...

Dapper doggos, merry mutts and pampered pooches will all be in for a treat on August 30 when Zen Canine Club hosts its first anniversary celebration. “We are so excited to host this in Miami Lakes and continue to serve our dog-loving community,” Zen owner and lead dog trainer Katherine Del Pino said. The event, which runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., is called Camp ZCC, and it’s being billed as “a camp-inspired...