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Cultural Spotlight: Ives & Bees Brings Filipino Heritage to South Florida’s Wellness Scene
By The Asiana Post Staff

MIAMI-DADE, FL — In South Florida’s small business community, local artisans are creatively celebrating their roots. At the forefront is Ives & Bees, a passionate sister-owned brand dedicated to clean beauty, sustainability, and authentic cultural expression. Founded by Florida residents Vanessa and Ivy, this brand has turned their eco-friendly passions into a sensory celebration of Filipino heritage.

Building Community Connections
As organizations like the Philippine-American Society work tirelessly to promote cultural awareness, Ives & Bees offers a daily, tangible link to Filipino and Asian-American identity. Through engaging in local pop-up markets, festivals, and online communities, this dynamic sister duo is making eco-conscious, culturally meaningful self-care products accessible and inviting. Ives & Bees digital storefront

For those eager to support local, women-owned businesses while indulging in premium, sustainable wellness items, the Ives & Bees online shop offers a beautiful, sensory journey straight to the Philippines.

Leading with Unity: Miami-Dade Marks AANHPI Heritage Month

MIAMI-DADE, FL — At midday inside the Stephen P. Clark Center, the usual rhythm of government business gave way to something more deliberate. This past Friday, the building’s lobby became more than a venue—it became a platform. The Miami-Dade County Asian American Advisory Board (AAAB) formally opened Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month with a theme that set the tone: “Power in Unity: Strengthening Communities Together.”