Local, Fresh, Organic, Sustainable: Zen Village Farmer's Market

The Zen Village Farmer's Market is bringing local farmers together with the goal of providing affordable organic produce to the public.

The market is open every Sunday from 9am-3pm at Zen Village, 3570 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove. Information at 305-567-0165 and online at www.zenvillage.org.

Zen Village is a multi-cultural, united-faith organization and Buddhist temple that promotes spiritual well-being, diversity, and holistic wellness. The center offers healthy lifestyle education and wellness techniques that promote healing and self development. Zen Village's focus is to train instructors and healers to become community leaders in the holistic wellness professions with the hope of bringing on a healthier and better community. The mission of Zen Village is to teach individuals to nurture self and others by providing valuable ancient wisdom on holistic harmony in people's lives.

The goal with the Farmer's Market is to promote sustainable healthy living! Nutrition plays a big role in the cultivation of wellness. It is important to be mindful of the foods we eat.

Embracing sustainable living is a cyclic and synergistic effort. Local farmers are encouraged to do what they do best: grow healthy and organic produce free of pesticides, GMO agents, and other dangerous toxins. But most important of all, they grow them with love!

Consumers are always encouraged to eat whole foods that have been cultivated with integrity for overall good health. Hence, good nutrition is an important component for overall well-being. Thus, the farmer-consumer relationship is synergistic because the more local organically grown produce consumed, the more farmers are encouraged to continue their business at affordable prices.

Zen Village understands the importance of this relationship and offers the center free of charge to the farmers every Sunday.

A special emphasis of Asian vegetables will be showcased along with delicious foods prepared by professional chefs!

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Swirly Goodness Arrives In Aventura: Pinkberry Opens Second South Florida Location on Aug. 26

Pinkberry's signature Original flavor, a sweet and tart yogurt with a refreshing finish 

Pinkberry, the number one tart frozen yogurt brand, will open its second south Florida location in Aventura on Friday, August 26.  The new store will be located at 21211 Biscayne Boulevard.

To celebrate the brand’s second south Florida opening, the Aventura Pinkberry location will host a Grand Opening event on Thursday, August 25, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.  The party is open to the public and will include free Pinkberry for everyone along with plenty of extra goodies.  The first person in line will win free Pinkberry for a year, and the first 50 people in line will receive a Pinkberry surprise.  There will also be a raffle give away throughout the night.  Every 30 minutes, starting at 6:30 p.m., a lucky guest will win a free Pinkberry Party for up to 15 people. 

Pomegranate, a bold and tangy flavor
made with 100% California-grown
pure pomegranate juice

Pinkberry is premium frozen yogurt made with real nonfat yogurt and nonfat milk that is rBST hormone free.  Pinkberry is made with only the highest quality ingredients and is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet, resulting in a refreshing, clean and craveable taste.  


The Aventura location will serve six distinctive Pinkberry flavors: the signature Original flavor, a sweet and tart yogurt with a refreshing finish; Pomegranate, a bold and tangy flavor made with 100 percent California-grown pure pomegranate juice; a rich, indulgent Chocolate; Mango, a fruity and light flavor made with authentic Alphonso mango puree for a soothing finish; Watermelon, a crisp and refreshing summertime favorite and Peanut Butter, a sweet and salty featured flavor made with real peanut butter.

Rich, indulgent Chocolate

Customers can personalize every yogurt experience at Pinkberry with any combination of delicious toppings.  At Pinkberry, uncompromising quality is paramount and the toppings bar is no exception.  Each topping is selected with the highest quality standards, whether it’s Grade-A fresh fruit that is hand-cut daily in-store, organic gummy bears with no high fructose corn syrup, all natural honey almond granola, 100% pure pomegranate juice, or rich, premium Belgian chocolate shavings.  Toppings are thoughtfully selected as a unique and delicious complement to the various Pinkberry frozen yogurt flavors.

Mango, a fruity and light flavor
made with authentic Alphonso
mango puree for a soothing finish

In addition to frozen yogurt and toppings for immediate consumption, Pinkberry also offers Pinkberry Take Home, 25 ounces of Pinkberry, swirled-to-order and packed on ice to ensure your Swirly Goodness will get home safely to your freezer.  Pinkberry also offers Fruit Parfaits, Smoothies, and Fresh Fruit Bowls as fresh and satisfying choices for any time of day. 


Local fans who want up-to-the minute news and special offers should sign up to be a Pinkberry Groupie at www.pinkberry.com/groupie.  The brand can also be found on Facebook and at Twitter.


The newest Pinkberry will be located in Aventura at 21211 Biscayne Boulevard; 305-935-3503. The store will be open Sunday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.

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Aventura Mall Hosts Seasonal Farmers Market, On Now Through September

The Farmer's Market, located in the mall's Center Court. The event takes bi-monthly, with the next one scheduled for the weekend of June 25-26

Surrounding the majestic fountain in Aventura Mall's Center Court guests will find the Farmer's Market with vendors selling a wide variety of diverse items such as:

• Locally-produced honey
• Locally-grown fruits & veggies 
• Fresh baked goods
• Homemade jams & jellies
• High-quality oils & vinegars
• Freshly cut flowers
• Tropical plants
• Orchids
• Bonsai trees & bonsai arrangements
• Organic soaps & beauty products
• And so much more!

The indoor Farmer's Market takes place bi-monthly, on Saturdays from 10am-9:30pm and Sundays from noon-8pm. The market runs from April-September of each year. The remaining dates are: June 25-26; July 9-10 & 23-24; August 13-14 & 27-28; September 17-18 & 24-25.

Aventura Mall is not just for shopping and dining, it’s also a place to be entertained. Throughout the year, the mall hosts a number of special events, including the Chocolate Festival, Great American Bake Sale and Miami’s Most Photogenic Baby, along with regular happenings such as the Farmer’s Market and Adopt-A-Pet events. Aventura Mall's Event Page will keep you in-the-know on the exciting events your favorite mall offers!

South Florida's number one shopping destination among locals and international visitors, Aventura Mall ranks as one of the top five highest grossing malls in the country in sales per square foot. Anchored by Bloomingdales, Nordstrom and Macy’s, Aventura Mall boasts 300 specialty stores, ranging from chic, internationally renowned names such as Herve Leger by MaxAzria, Burberry, Faconnable, Henri Bendel, Michael Kors and Hugo Boss, to many of the most popular and recognized retailers, including Abercrombie & Fitch, Apple, Calvin Klein, Forever XXI, True Religion and Diesel. Aventura Mall is also home to 10 full-service restaurants and an exclusive contemporary art collection featuring 10 installations positioned throughout the shopping center.

Located at 19501 Biscayne Boulevard, the mall is open Monday through Saturday, 10am-9:30pm, and Sunday, noon-8pm. For more information call 305-935-1110, or visit www.aventuramall.com, Facebook and Twitter.

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