New Openings: The Palazzo and Rumble Boxing
The Palazzo
The Palazzo offers Italian-made handbags, home décor, and furniture in a historic building.
If you’ve ever thought your leather goods could use a little more gravitas – or maybe your flatware collection just isn’t cutting it (literally) – Christopher King has arrived to fix that. The luxury lifestyle brand has unveiled a new 12,000-square-foot flagship store called The Palazzo where shoppers can explore Italian-made handbags, home décor, and furniture in a space that feels more like an aristo- crat’s estate than a retail shop.
Christopher King doesn’t do mass production. Everything is handmade by artisans in the brand’s Florence-based factory, using materials like solid brass, full-grain Italian leather, and exotic skins. And, as expected, luxury comes at a price. The Lady’s Alligator Bag 26, lined in the brand’s signature Kingsway Blue, will set you back $9,000, while a five-piece Kingsway Blue Porcelain Dining Set costs $1,100 – because why shouldn’t your dinnerware match your handbag?
Then there’s The Palazzo itself. Housed inside the historic La Puerta del Sol building – once home to Coral Gables founder George Merrick – the space blends Old World architecture with modern luxury. It serves as both retail showroom and hub for the brand’s expanding vision. Whether you’re in the market for a meticulously crafted Italian leather bag, a custom dining set that screams “I host better dinner parties than you,” or a mid-century-inspired furniture piece that makes your living room look effortlessly curated, Christopher King has you covered. Every item is handmade with an obsessive attention to detail. Prioritizing quality over fleeting trends, the pieces feel less like pur- chases and more like long-term investments in good taste.
800 Douglas Rd
786.238.7171
bychristopherking.com
Rumble Boxing
Rumble offers boxing and strength training in a sleek, dimly lit gym.
Rumble Boxing is adding some serious punch to Coral Gables fitness scene. Combining boxing and strength training in a high-energy, small-group format, its free intro class is the perfect way to dive in. The experience kicks off with check-in, a pair of gloves, and a quick tour of the sleek studio, setting the stage for what’s ahead.
Before you even throw a punch, trainers walk you through the basics – jab, cross, hook, and uppercut – to make sure everyone feels confident. The class itself takes place in a dimly lit room, with music pumping just loud enough to keep you motivated. Over five rounds, you’ll alternate between bag work and strength exercises, designed to push you without leaving you flat on the mat.
If you’re new to boxing or just want to hit something other than a treadmill, the intro class is a no-brainer. Trainers keep it approachable, and the vibe strikes just the right balance between work and play. Rumble offers a fresh take on working out, one that emphasizes proper form, building strength, and getting your heart rate up. Get ready to break a sweat – and maybe discover muscles you didn’t know you had. By the end of the session, you’ll feel accomplished, just a little sore, and maybe ready to throw another jab-cross combo.
111 Palermo Ave Suite 208
786.863.5461
rumbleboxinggym.com