The Miami Lakes Bar Association installed new leadership during a virtual wine and chocolate tasting party.      The new officers sworn in on Jan. 21 were Joshua J. Hertz, president; Trinette Zarran, president-elect in 2022; Nayib Hassan, vice president; Stephanie Cruz, secretary and Nexcy Deimar De La Rosa-Monroe, treasurer.      Directors are Mayleidys Porraspita; Marc Ginsberg; Adry Polo;...

The next Miami Lakes town council election is 22 months away, but one candidate is not waiting to launch his campaign for a seat on the dais.      Angelo Garcia Cuadra filed paperwork to challenge incumbent Councilman Carlos O. Alvarez for Seat 6.       Alvarez is up for reelection in 2022.  He told The Miami Laker he is planning to seek public office again but has yet to open a campaign...

After the coronavirus pandemic led to the shutdown of the Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee’s weekly bingo luncheons, Committee Chair Dottie Wix organized distributions of meals provided by restaurants in town for those who can drive and pick up their meals. The Freebee delivers lunches to those who are housebound. Sponsored by the Town of Miami Lakes, the volunteers seek to relieve hunger and loneliness among Miami Lakes’...

Cypress Village Shopping Center Beverly Hills Café 7312 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-558-8201. Take-out, delivery, UberEats, outdoor dining. Dr. Limon 7341 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-228-9199. Take-out, delivery, outdoor dining. Gauchos Gourmet Market 7357 Miami Lakes Drive 305-384-1334. Take-out, UberEats, outdoor dining. Holiday Bakery 7313 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-558-2180. Take-out, outdoor dining. McDonald’s 7435...

A cocktail to celebrate Valentine’s Day   Created by Bruce Lawrence General Manager, Shula’s 2 Steak & Sports Miami Lakes        This February 14th, celebrate your sweetie with a delicious strawberry mojito. Whether you’re enjoying the holiday virtually or at home, this simple recipe is a treat.   •  In a shaker, muddle three lime wedges, several fresh...