Miami Lakes councilmembers joined residents Erica Massard and Herby Galicia at the grand opening of their new facility, FIT Therapy, on June 1 in the Cypress Village Shopping Center. The physicial and occupational therapy clinic’s motto is “Function and Independence through Training.” The Galicia’s (center) are joined by (from left) Mayor Manny Cid and Councilmembers Luis Collazo, Tim Daubert and Frank Mingo.

Behind glass at the newly opened Frosty’s Nitrogen Yogurt and Ice Cream Lab are two mannequins clad in white lab coats with clipboards in hand, positioned facing the 8,000 pound liquid nitrogen steel tank that chills yogurt and milk down to an icy 321 degrees to create nitrogen ice cream. The giant tank was lowered gingerly into the shop through a hole cut in the ceiling, but it seems that was the most difficult part of getting...

Mayor Manny Cid and councilmembers welcomed Sushi Bombs to Miami Lakes on June 8 with owners Daniel Dalmau and Daniela Vera and their staff. The family-owned rustic and modern new restaurant located in the Royal Oaks Shopping Center offers an array of Japanese style dishes including hibachi, teriyaki, sushi and even some Korean BBQ with a menu catering to all ages. The business offers dine-in, take-out and delivery.

Longtime Miami Lakes residents, Aly and Edward Galdamez, are opening Fresh Barbershop, located at 16919 N.W. 67 Avenue, near Miami Lakes. The husband and wife team are venturing on a lifelong dream for Edward, who despite his youth, has been working as a barber for 17 years. “This is a dream come true, and hopefully the first of many Fresh Barbershops that will continue to grow in the future,” said Aly.The sleek and modern...

Miami Lakes resident Axel Mercado has joined the award-winning travel agency company, Cruise Planners, as a franchise owner. As a cruise planner, Mercado sells complete vacation packages from exotic getaways to romantic retreats and culturally-immersive European experiences. For more information call 786-440-7358.