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Here & Now
I like to think I have a little fashion sense. Fortunately, I know people who have a lot more.
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Home & Décor: The latest innovations – from tubs that look more like furniture to induction cook tops with Japanese-grill accessories.
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Design: Designers have captured the best in the latest bathroom trends using elegant tile and sculptural soaking tubs. Their kitchens were created with plenty of storage, a combination of light and dark cabinets and artistic range hoods. Take a tour with us, and dream.
In line for new iProducts this fall, we wonder if it would be better long-term to buy the stuff a company makes or stock in the company; the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau adds another reason – as if we needed one – to go to a spa this month; and the Tunnel to Towers gives runners an opportunity to pay tribute to first responders who lost their lives in the Sept. 11 attacks.
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Health & Fitness
How far has research come since the first Breast Cancer Awareness Month 27 years ago.
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Fashion The trends from the runways, the experts and our top 10 muses
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We may follow celebrities for style cues, but which stars are truly stylish? Elyse Ranart, our Fashion & Style Director, says there are 10 to watch this season – including the inimitable Emma Watson, who chooses not to use a professional stylist, she says, “because there’s nothing interesting about looking perfect.” Our Fall Fashion 2012 story begins on pg. 86. 8
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On the Shore
Timely advice from a pro on how to stay on trend this season, even in steamy South Florida; some new ideas for renting old and vintage items your party or wedding; and a Bradenton business turns earth moving into big-kid play.
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A Canine art cocktail reception, showcasing the work of 50 adoptable canine artists from shelters across Florida; a gourmet extravaganza featuring Chef Paul Niedermann to benefit the March of Dimes; and some timely save the dates for the annual Lipstick Lounge and GLAM-a-thon events.
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Our directory of fine dining establishments.
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Fashion & Style Director Elyse Ranart sizes up the fall/winter season in fashion, and finds much to recommend in South Florida from the runways, the experts and the red carpet.
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Designers have scarlet fever this season, so there are many choices - from day to eveningwear - if you’re craving some crimson for your wardrobe.
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Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still grab a little R&R. Road trip!
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BY LORI CAPULLO If any state is ideal for a staycation, it’s Florida. Depending on how much time you’re willing to spend on the road, there are options sprinkled from north to south and east to west, and since “season” isn’t yet in full swing, there are deals to be had everywhere you look. We’ve organized some of our favorite options according to drive time — and each offers an experience guaranteed to revitalize and rejuvenate, whether you prefer to keep your body in motion or blissed out beneath the hands of a masterful masseuse.
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A convertible in South Florida is cool, these drivers say, even when it’s hot BY DAVE WIECZOREK You’re driving along the beach, top down, music up, the star of your fantasy beside you, the breeze blowing his or her
hair straight back like the fins of a ’59 T-Bird. The allure of a convertible is irresistible. “I’ve had several convertibles over the years. Some were bad rides, some had leaky roofs,” says Ed Brown, of Coral Springs, who now drives an arctic white 1958 Buick Special with bright red interior. “I’ve always wanted a convertible, because they’re sexy and glamorous.” It doesn’t get more complicated than that. Every convertible owner City & Shore spoke with talked about the glamour, sex appeal and liberation they feel behind the wheel of their open-air dream machines. “It’s such a fun, fresh-air feeling,” says Jodi Lerman, an attorney with Lerman and Whitebook in Hollywood, whose ride of choice is
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It wasn’t until 1910 that the first enclosed auto, a Cadillac, hit the streets. Ever since, the popularity of convertibles has had its ups and downs without ever fading from our fantasies particularly in South Florida.
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While 2011 saw a flurry of restaurant ribbon-cutting ceremonies, a more modest number
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“You’re going out dressed like that?’’ she says. “Yes,’’ I say. “Why not?” “Your shirt is turned inside out,” she smiles. “Did you know that?” Long pause. “Yes,” I say. “I knew that.” “You knew that?” “Yes,” I say. “It’s the style now.’’ “It is not the style now,’’ she says. “I thought you had a little fashion sense.’’ Long pause. “I do,” I say. “So you’re going out dressed like that?” Longer pause. “No,” I say. “You’re going to turn your shirt right-side out?” she smiles. “Yes,’’ I say. Short pause. “See,” I say, “I just did.” She smiles. “You’re going out dressed like that?’’ she says. “Yes,” I say, “why not…?” “There’s mustard on your shirt.” We can all use a little fashion sense from time to time,
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Something to think about in line this fall at the Apple store: Is it better to buy an iPad or to buy stock in the company that makes it?
Get it or Forget It? BY LORI CAPULLO
Many of us will be lining up again at Apple stores this fall and winter, eager to upgrade to the new iPad and iPhone incarnations reportedly in the works. Here’s something to think about in line: Would it be better to buy stock in your favorite publicly traded companies or spend the same amount and just enjoy the stuff they make? Here’s how five of them – starting with Apple - performed over the past year:
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in the city Apple THE STUFF: iPad 2 for $400 THE STOCK: Opened at 400 / Closed at 603.83 STOCK: You would have made over $200, and the entrance into the market of the iPad 3 brought down the value of the iPad 2 instantly (plus, you just know the iPad 4 will hit the stores in time for the holidays). (SOURCE: NASDAQ:AAPL)
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THE STUFF: Coffee and a bagel twice a week to the tune of $300
The Greater Fort Lauderdale Spa Chic deals return There are many reasons to spa – to relax, recharge, rejuvenate, revamp. The Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau adds another reason through September – special $99 treatments at some of the area’s hottest spas. The annual Lauderdale Spa Chic includes offerings at up to 50 percent off average rates. Why the deals? They hope guests will return…to relax, recharge, rejuvenate and revamp. Here is a sampling:
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Orange Blossom Facial at Spa Atlantic, The Atlantic Resort & Spa
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Heavenly Signature Facial Plus Reflexology & Paraffin on Feet at Diamante Day Spa
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Swedish Massage and Reflexology at SPA 950, Embassy Suites Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa
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Deep Tissue Massage and MicroZone Facial at The Grand Resort & Spa
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Zen Massage and Scalp Treatment at The Spa at Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
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Refresh & Relax: Custom Facial and Classic Pedicure at Spa Q at Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
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Keratin Express Blowout with Haircut at The Spa at Hyatt Regency Bonaventure Conference Center & Spa
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Pampering Salon Service Package at The Spa at Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six
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Gentleman’s Facial at The Spa at Lago Mar Resort and Club
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Candlelight Couples Massage for Two at Planet Massage of Las Olas
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Swedish Massage, Classic Spa Manicure, Classic Spa Pedicure and Healthy Spa Lunch at Spa Ocean Sands, Residence Inn by Marriot Oceanfront
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Signature Massage with Rejuvenating Eye Mask at The Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
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Oxygen Blast Mini Facial at Bliss Fort Lauderdale, W Fort Lauderdale
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THE STOCK: Opened at 25.00 / Closed at 31.81 STOCK: You’d be ahead almost $82 (and probably down a few pounds), so stick with fruit and yogurt. (SOURCE: NASDAQ:DNKN)
Estée Lauder Companies THE STUFF: Estée Lauder face makeup, fragrance and body lotion for $500 THE STOCK: Opened at 53.24 / Closed at 52.36 STUFF: Color yourself beautiful — there was no profit to be had here in the past year. (SOURCE: NYSE:EL)
Nike, Inc. THE STUFF: Two pairs of customized NikeiD Men’s Running Shoes for $350 THE STOCK: Opened at 91.00 / Closed at 93.85 STOCK: The stock went up, so you would have made money — and you could buy a couple more shares with what you’d save by buying New Balance shoes instead. (SOURCE: NYSE:NKE)
THE STOCK: Opened at 38.21 / Closed at 34.39 STUFF: Savor your caffeine shot daily; this one was a loser over the past year. (NYSE: WSM) (*Opening prices refer to July 23, 2011 and closing prices refer to July 24, 2012.)
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Light at the end of the Tunnel Tunnel to Towers run, commemorating fallen first responders of 9/11, returns
Looking for a way to pay tribute to the first responders who lost their lives in the Sept. 11 attacks?
On Sept. 8, thousands of runners and walkers will gather at Huizenga Plaza in Fort Lauderdale to participate in the 2nd Annual Tunnel to Towers Fort Lauderdale 5K Run/Walk. The event, presented by Patriot National Insurance Group, is intended to bring the South Florida community together and demonstrate that we have not forgotten our fallen firefighters and other first responders. The Tunnel to Towers Run/Walk began in 2002 in New York City, where it recreates the final steps of firefighter Stephen Siller. Siller was last seen running through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel — with 75 pounds of gear strapped to his back — on his way to the World Trade Center soon after the attacks. Last year, over 20,000 people took part in that event. Organizers hope to eventually hold a similar run in 343 cities across the nation to honor the 343 firefighters who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks. The Tunnel to Towers Run/Walk was brought to Fort Lauderdale last year by Cindy Campbell, director of client relations and special events at Patriot National Insurance Group in Fort Lauderdale. “I heard about the run in New York from a friend and contacted the Tunnel to Towers Foundation,” she says. “They asked us to have a run here in Fort Lauderdale, so I went to our CEO, and he thought it was a great idea.” Last year, over 3,000 local runners and walkers participated, raising more than $75,000 to support the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. Campbell is hoping to have over 5,000 participants this year. “We are proud to have brought the Tunnel to Towers Run to Fort Lauderdale,” says Steven Mariano, Patriot’s president and CEO. “The South Florida community was so deeply affected by the 9/11 attacks, and we consider it a special privilege to honor and remember the sacrifice of the first responders, without whom the tragedy would have been far worse.” The festivities begin at 6 a.m., when registration opens at Huizenga Plaza, 32 E. Las Olas Blvd. The race kicks off at 7:30 a.m. In addition to the Run/Walk, the event will feature family-friendly activities, including food trucks, games and entertainment. The cost to register on race day is $35 per adult and $25 per child under 12. Online registration is available through 11 p.m. on Sept. 6 at a discounted rate. Proceeds will be used to build “smart homes” to allow triple and quadruple amputees from post-9/11 wars to live independently. For more information, call 954-532-8790 or visit www.tunneltotowersfortlaudedale5k.com. —Robyn Robyn A. Friedman
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A Hell’s Kitchen winner cooks for a heartfelt cause – healthy babies Hell’s Kitchen winner Paul Niedermann has a personal Chef Paul Niedermann reason for joining the 16th Annual March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction Event, Sept. 19 at the Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa in Fort Lauderdale. Actually, three reasons: His triplet nieces and nephew, Sarah, Lauren and Noah, who were born three months premature. Little Noah lived only 22 hours. However, the girls will celebrate their fourth birthday in November. “Sarah is tiny but a real firecracker,” says their mom, Kim Wilson, of Cooper City. “Lauren has cerebral palsy and is in a wheelchair, but she is doing great. “And Paul is the most amazing uncle to the twins and our older daughter, [6-year-old] Hannah. They’re crazy about him,” she says. Every year since the twins were born, Niedermann has participated in the annual March of Dimes Walk to support its mission of helping moms have healthy, full-term babies. The former junior sous chef from Davie won Season 9 of Hell’s Kitchen last fall, along with the head chef job at Blt Steak in New York City. At the Signature Chefs event he will hold cooking demos as well as Q&A sessions. “For people who have any questions about my experiences during the show or after winning – what it’s like to be a head chef in Niedermann the Big City,” he says. and niece Hannah And what is that like? The straight-talking chef says it has been life-changing. “I am truly blessed to be able to do what I love and to have my family as support – you know, to make sure my big head can still fit through the door,” he says with a laugh. “In the beginning it was a little bit intense to be put in the spotlight in New York, but now it’s second nature. It’s kind of amazing to have all these fans around the world. I can’t thank them enough.” Niedermann will join 20 area chefs at the Broward March of Dimes event for an evening of food, wine, live music, and silent and live auctions. It’s all to benefit programs that promote stronger, healthier babies, says event chairman, Gerry Litrento, senior executive vice president at Bank United. “Funds raised at this event support life-saving research and educational programs to reverse the trend of premature births, the most serious infant health problem in the U.S.,” Litrento says. Chef Niedermann has a straightforward explanation for his participation: “Simply put, I do it for the babies.” March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction Event, Sept. 19, Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Fort Lauderdale, 754-300-2614 or djordan@marchofdimes.com. – Elizabeth Rahe
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Good for your wardrobe this season: Mixed greens. An excellent example here, from designer L’Wren Scott.
Five to favor
How to stay on trend this season, even in steamy South Florida BY LORI CAPULLO Every fashionable South Florida woman wants to be in step with the seasonal trends. But let’s face it: in this subtropical environment, not many of us lead the life for clothing straight off the runways. So we asked Jonie Sabo, of Neiman Marcus Fort Lauderdale, What’s
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a South Florida stylephile to do? “We all love to see what’s new on the runways,” she says. “Now let’s see how we can adapt to it.” (For more top trends for fall/winter that you can make your own, see pgs. 85). Pin one on If you’re going to add one new piece to your Fragments accessory collection, make it a brooch. “You for Neiman can do a cluster — maybe three,” Sabo Marcus, $125 suggests. “If you don’t want to pin them on, add them to a necklace to give it a whole Good new look and make a bold statement.” Also for you hot: piles of bangles and dramatic earrings. and your wardrobe: Mixed greens Ippolita bangles, $550 to $14,500 “This is number one on the trend list,” Sabo says. “Greens in all shades Drew Barrymore Navy — from teals to in an Emilio is the emerald to lime Pucci gown for new — worn alone Neiman Marcus, neutral photographed by or together.” Norman Jean Roy. Or, as Sabo Red and puts it, “Navy shades of pink needs to will also become black’s be popular. best friend. Get a black dress with navy inserts, or wear a black dress Katie Holmes with a navy jacket or a bold blue shoe.” London’s calling Between the Queen’s Jubilee, the Summer Olympics and Kate Middleton’s sartorial splendor, there’s a “backto-royalty” theme in fashion circles this year. “Kate is sophisticated but makes a statement with whatever she wears,” Sabo says. “The Brit influence will be around through the fall.”
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But most crucial to pulling off any trend, Sabo stresses, is confidence. ❝You have to be comfortable to pull off a look,❞ she says. ❝Don’t buy a bright green dress if you don’t have the confidence in who you are.❞
Manolo Blahnik suede pump, $595
Celebrate Fashion’s Biggest Night Out Kate Middleton
See a fall trend runway show 6 p.m. Sept. 6 at Neiman Marcus Fort Lauderdale, 2442 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy sips, snacks, music by DJ Saryz, and a surprise Dancing on the Edge of Fashion Presentation. RSVP, 954-396-4544, RSVPFortLauderdale@NeimanMarcus.com.
Also coming up in September Charles Philip metallic thread smoking slipper, $155
Footwear The luxury loafer, aka “the smoking slipper,” is everywhere — and NM fashion director Ken Downing dubs it “flat-out chic.”
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“Every Woman’s Dream,’’ a fall trunk show featuring the latest Louboutin, YSL and Renee Cavalli shoes, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sept. 6-8. Meet Today Show regulars Dr. Rebecca Booth & Cecil Booth of VENeffect anti-aging skincare line, 2 p.m. 9/13. RSVP, 954-566-6666, ext 2234. Both events are at Neiman Marcus Fort Lauderdale, 2442 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-566-6666.
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Retro to go
See something vintage you’d like to see in your party or wedding? Rent it Jovan and Katie Blineau always were vintage fans. For her, it was
clothing, jewelry and thrift store furnishings. For him, it was vintage lighters. But it wasn’t until they visited the Postcard Inn on St. Petersburg Beach that the hotel’s retro style inspired them to collect vintage that morphed into a business. A few months later they got engaged and began collecting vintage china, lace tablecloths, wooden crates and mismatched chairs for their Miami wedding. “We spent seven months collecting,” he says. “Halfway through we had enough for the wedding and decided we would keep going. We said this would be a great business that doesn’t exist in South Florida.” They started their rental business, Unearthed Vintage, in February but kept their full-time jobs. He is a fire inspector for Miami-Dade Fire Rescue. She sells advertising for CBS Outdoor. They have furnished everything from weddings to showers and birthday parties and hope to expand into movie props. An event for 100 people ranges from $2,000-$5,000. Styling and delivery are extra. They serve Key West to Palm Beach. “We had seen similar businesses in California,” she says. “California tends to be ahead of Florida with trends. We are hopeful South Florida will be as receptive of vintage as it is modern art deco.” —Charlyne Varkonyi Schaub Unearthed Vintage, by appointment only, call 305-332-8494; www.unearthedvintage.com.
Each item is priced separately.
Constructive fun
Bradenton business turns earth moving into big-kid play How many of us stuck in seemingly endless construction projects on major interstates here haven’t glanced out the window at the workers and their heavy equipment and thought, “that looks like fun’’? A lot more fun than sitting in traffic. A crew Alisa and Jason Bennett, of People at Play in Bradenton, are member practices now offering adults the opportunity to operate earth-moving excavation equipment in a 21-acre skills sandbox just for fun. Owners of an excavation and utility construction company, the Bennetts got the idea during a downturn a few years ago when they hosted a barbecue and equipment play session for civil engineers to drum up business. It was such a hit, the couple realized the potential for putting their machinery to use during off times. Now on many Saturdays, pre-registered participants report to the People at Play site 50 miles south of Tampa to dig, scoop and bulldoze. Every session begins with a video orientation and training with an OSHA-certified instructor. Then fledgling crew members hit the dirt. Packages begin at $155 (plus tax) for a one-hour experience on a skid-steer loader (Bobcat) and go up to the six-hour Superintendent package at $1,575, which includes operating a skid-steer loader, excavator and bulldozer and maneuvering through an obstacle course plus a “hearty boxed lunch.” The Bennetts also offer team-building programs for groups up to 12 people – an activity that threatens to bury the corporate A photo ropes course outing. completes the experience.
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People at Play, www.comeplayinthedirt.com, 941-756-0886.
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INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL SEPT. 6 – 9, 2012 PREMIERE WEEKEND
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Cultural Explorer Series: Mystic India, Nov 3, 2012 a Bollywood Dance Spectacular Cirque Chinois, Nov 30, 2012 the National Circus of the People’s Republic of China Sweet Honey in the Rock, Jan 25, 2013 Grammy® Award winning female acapella group
Comedy Nights: Parent’s Time Out, Oct 20, 2012 Tom Cotter of America’s Got Talent and his wife Comedienne Kerri Louise Marvin Dixon Presents, June 8, 2013
Family Theater ArcAttack, Oct 7, 2012 You’ve seen them on America’s Got Talent, this is a show you will never forget! Part rock concert, part science experiment the creators of ArcAttack unveil the science behind the spectacle! Judy Blume’s OTHERWISE KNOWN AS SHEILA THE GREAT, Oct 13, 2012 When you’re 10 years old, everything is kind of a pain… A coming of age musical. FrogTown, Jan 12, 2013 Making friends can be harder than making music! Story Pirates, Jan 19, 2013 Sketch Comedy musicals based on work written by students. Direct from New York and Los Angeles, beloved by Jon Stewart of The Daily Show!
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Ban Cancer, a concert to raise awareness about prostate cancer, featuring jazz and R&B artists Roberto Perera, Terry Wollman, Melanie Taylor, Blue Fire Band and Unusual Suspects. Proceeds benefit Holy Cross Hospital, Lombardi Cancer Center at Georgetown University, Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center and the Melanie Strudler Legacy Fund. 5:30 p.m. at Huizenga Plaza, Fort Lauderdale. $40, general admission; $125, VIP. 954-260-9667, www. richardjfoxfoundation.org.
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Paw-Casso Canine Art Cocktail Reception, showcasing work by 50 adoptable canine artists from shelters across Florida. Each piece of canine art is for sale, and proceeds will benefit the shelter housing that dog. 6:30 p.m. at the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale. Ticket price includes food, two complimentary beverages, drink tastings, dessert stations and a silent auction. The event benefits the Woof Strong Foundation and Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. $45, $65, VIP. 954-294-6859, www. pawcassofortlauderdale. eventbrite.com.
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2nd Annual Tunnel to Towers Fort Lauderdale 5K Run/Walk, which recreates the final footsteps of firefighter Stephen Siller, last seen running through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel en route to the World Trade Center after the 9/11 attacks. In addition to the run/walk, the event includes food trucks, games and entertainment. Proceeds benefit the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. 7:30 a.m. at Huizenga Plaza. $35, adults; $25, children under 12. Online registration is available through 11 p.m. on Sept. 6 at a discounted rate. 954-532-8790, www.tunneltotowersfort lauderdale5k.com.
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Join former Miami Dolphins Linebacker Twan Russell and other former professional athletes for a night filled with fun, friends and laughter at Laughs for Literacy. Enjoy drinks, dinner and a comedy show by Bert Kreischer. Proceeds benefit the Russell Life Skills and Reading Foundation. 5:30 p.m. at the Improv at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood. $100 in advance; $125 at the door. 954-921-3787, www. russellreadingroom.com.
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greater Fort Lauderdale’s finest restaurants. Enjoy samples of food, wine and spirits, live music and an array of live and silent auction items, all to benefit the March of Dimes. 6:30 p.m. at the Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Fort Lauderdale. $175. 754-300-2614, www. marchofdimes.com/florida.
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American Heart Association’s 7th Annual Go Red For Women Celebration, featuring a luncheon and “Love Your Heart” workshops. 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the
Sweetheart Ball 2012, a unique evening for fathers and daughters, Harbor Beach including Marriott. $125. 954dancing, a 492-6912, www.heart. sweet shop, photo org/browardgored. booth, mocktail bar, silent auction, 2012 Heart Sept. 8 raffle items and Walk of the 2nd Annual dinner. Proceeds Tunnel to Towers Palm Beaches, benefit Junior Fort Lauderdale benefiting the 5K Run/Walk Achievement’s American Heart Bowl-A-Thon. 6 p.m. Association. 7 a.m., 5K at JA World Huizenga USATF Run ($35 until Center at Broward College, Sept. 26; $40, day of 1130 Coconut Creek event). The fun begins at Blvd., Coconut Creek. $75 7 a.m., and the Heart Walk per couple; $25 for each kicks off at 9 a.m. Meyer additional child. Amphitheatre, West Palm 954-979-7116, Beach. 561-697-6626, www. www.jasouthflorida.org. palmbeachheartwalk.org.
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2012 Habitat Black & White Masquerade Gala, featuring a cocktail reception, silent auction, dinner and dancing, to benefit Habitat for Humanity of South Palm Beach County. 6:30 p.m. at the Boca Raton Marriott. $150. 561-819-6070, www.hfhboca.org.
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16th Annual Signature Chefs Auction, a gourmet extravaganza featuring fare from celebrity Chef Paul Niedermann, along with 20 other chefs from
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The Lipstick Lounge, a fabulous evening of cocktails, cosmetics and confections to benefit GlamA-THON’s breast cancer initiatives and the Broward Health Foundation. 7 p.m. at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. General admission: $45 in advance, $55 at the door, VIP admission (includes swag bag with pair of designer eyeglass frames by JF Rey): $125 in advance,
$150 at the door. 877- FABSWAG, www.glam-a-thon.com.
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16th Annual Dunn’s Run, a 5-mile run/5K run and walk through Deerfield Beach to benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. Enjoy a day filled with food, family activities and appearances by TD the Dolphin, Billy the Marlin and Stanley C. Panther. Race begins at 7:30 a.m. at Ocean Way and SE Second St. $30 through Oct. 6; $35 on race day. 954-5632822, www.dunnsrun.com.
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Strap on your stilettos and sashay over to Esplanade Park in downtown Fort Lauderdale for the sixth annual Glam Doll Strut, benefitting the Lillian S. Wells Women’s Center and its breast cancer initiatives at Broward Health. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. $45. 877-FAB-SWAG, www.glam-a-thon.com. —Robyn A. Friedman
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A new year. A new day. A new look. OF BROWARD COUNTY
Introducing Federation’s New Logo. Our mission hasn’t changed: taking care of the needs of the Jewish people and building a vibrant Jewish community here at home, in Israel and in 70 countries around the world. But some things have changed. As we look forward to a new year, we’re excited to brand our new logo with 100 other Jewish Federations — all united under one national umbrella of Jewish Federation of North America. The updated menorah, flame and umbrella represent our Jewish history and heritage, our responsibility for the community and our sense of hope and optimism for the future. Any time you see our logo, you’ll know Federation is there on behalf of Jewish Broward and Jewish people everywhere.
Senior lifestyle • Independent and Assisted Living
A 5-Star is Born Experience the “star treatment” at Plantation’s premier senior living community. Now through September, we’ll handle your move and pay moving expenses, too. We’ll pack, transport, unpack and organize everything for you. All you have to do is enjoy your spacious new home, friendly neighbors, great food and star-studded activities.
Luxury living for less than you think. • Spacious apartments • Daily chef-prepared meals • Elegant restaurant-style dining • Private family dining room • Abundant activities • Art studio, cinema room, library • Fitness center, salon
• Heated pool/Jacuzzi • Beautiful gardens, lakes and walking paths • On-site wellness center • Weekly housekeeping • Local transportation • Computer center
8500 West Sunrise Boulevard, Plantation, FL 33322 • (954) 635-6712 • www.fivestarpremier-plantation.com Assisted Living Facility #7340
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FROM KITCHEN TO BATH BY CHARLYNE VARKONYI SCHAUB One investment in your home that typically
pays off when you sell is to remodel the kitchen or the bath. Today we can make our bathrooms resemble home spas and our kitchens look like a master chef is behind the burners. Here are some of the latest innovations – from tubs that look more like furniture to induction cook tops with Japanese-grill accessories.
Clean lines
Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, rising stars of European design who have been compared to Philippe Starck, recently launched their Axor Bouroullec Collection for Hansgrohe. The vanity, with room for a drop-in sink ($2,200), features the clean lines of a Parsons table. Sinks range from $998 for a wall-mounted one-shelf version to $1,098 for a large drop in with two shelves. Prices range from $428 for a singlehole faucet to $1,298 for a shelf with a single-hole faucet. Available at Farrey’s Wholesale Hardware, 1850 NE 146th St., North Miami Beach 33181, 305-947-5451, farreys.com; and Sophisticated Hardware, 4214 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables 33146, 305-444-5847; and 4000 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale 33308, 954-566-5931, www.sophisticatedhardware.com.
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Looking for a clean, minimal style in your bathroom? One solution may be MTI’s Maddux 1 ($8,199) and Maddux 2 ($7,999) freestanding tubs. The tub, which comes in white or biscuit finish in matte or gloss, is designed with an angled interior backrest for comfortable soaking. Add an air bath option for $3,600. Available at Next Plumbing Supply, 15751 SW 41st St., Suite 800, Davie 33331, 954-217-8200, nextps.com; Everglades Design Center, 850 N. Dixie Highway, Boca Raton 33432, 561395-6544, www.evergladesdesign.com; and Ferguson Enterprises South Florida locations, www.ferguson.com.
Bottle shock
Wine lovers can show their appreciation for the grape with Bottles by Erin Adams for New Ravenna Mosaics. The backsplash, perfect for a kitchen or bar area, comes in Moonstone, Opal and Julius Jewel Glass. It sells for $214 a square foot and is made to measure. Available at Ceramic Matrix in Miami, West Palm Beach and Delray Beach. See www.ceramicmatrix.com
French doors fresh take
Sub-Zero has introduced a new 36-inch wide refrigerator featuring a pair of 18-inch French doors for smaller kitchens. It is available in stainless steel or as an overlay that can be flush inset. Suggested retail starts at $8,310. Available at House of Appliances, 600 N. Congress Ave., Delray Beach 33445, 561-278-2299, www. houseofappliancesinc.com.
Furniture for the bath
Bathrooms have been evolving from functional to sophisticated. The Esplanade Collection by Duravit and Russian architect Sergei Tchoban features a bathtub ($8,750) designed to resemble a chaise lounge, a small vanity ($3,950), a large vanity ($4,950) and a toilet ($2,435). Available in “Oak,” a dark wood paneling; and “Silk,” a white varnish, from Wool Plumbing Supply, 1321 NE 12th Ave., Fort Lauderdale 33304, 954-763-3632, www.woolsupply.com; and Farrey’s Lighting & Bath, 1850 NE 146th St., North Miami 33181, 305-947-5451, www.farreys.com.
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Why settle for a simple vanity when you could relive the style of old Hollywood? Greta Garbo or Joan Crawford would be right at home in front of Waterworks’ Henry metal mirror vanity ($6,329). The vanity, with openings for two sinks, is made with metal and beveled mirror. Available at Waterworks showroom, 167 NE 39th St., Miami 33137, 305-573-7593, www.waterworks.com. 2. Craving copper
A powder-room sink, used mainly for washing hands rather than messy tooth brushing and shaving, allows us to select for style rather than practicality. An original answer is Premier Copper Products’ vessel sink of hammered
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copper in a bathtub shape with a hand-rubbed bronze finish ($566). Available at Ferguson Enterprises South Florida locations, www.ferguson.com; and www.faucetdirect.com. 3. Country classic
ROHL has introduced a casement detail for an updated look on the classic apron-front sink ($1,771). Making these sinks with fireclay construction in England is a matter of pride for the artisans, who sign every sink they create. The surface resists scratches, alkaline and acids. Available in white and biscuit at Millers Fine Decorative Hardware, 501 S. Olive Ave.,West Palm Beach 33401, 561-837-9090, www.millershardware.com; and Ferguson Enterprises South Florida locations, www.ferguson.com.
4. Seamless solution
Collecting everything from fruit and vegetable peels to egg shells and coffee grounds for compost is made easier with Blanco’s Solon ($525), a below-the-counter vessel made from recycled stainless steel. It can be installed next to sinks or in any countertop for a seamless appearance. An attractive lid offers a hygienic seal that contains odors. Available at Wool Plumbing Supply, 1321 NE 12th Ave., Fort Lauderdale 33304, 954763-3632, woolsupply.com; and Next Plumbing Supply, for locations in Deerfield Beach, Davie and West Palm Beach, see www.nextps.com. 5. Induction innovation
Thermador has introduced a new induction cook top that
claims to be the largest on the market. It has an Anti-Overflow System that shuts off and sounds an alarm when liquids are detected on the surface. Induction, a cooking method that experts say is a cool, clean and more energy-efficient alternative to gas, is perfect for hot, humid South Florida because 90 percent of the heat goes into the pot. It heats fast like gas, but the burner - which isn’t as hot - cools quickly when the pot is removed. A tappanyaki grill like those you find in Japanese restaurants is available as an accessory. Price available upon request. Available at Coral Springs Appliance Center, 3500 Coral Ridge Drive, Coral Springs 33065, 954-752-3880, www.csappliances.com.
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Designers Jaime Klein, Exclusive Design Group, with Jaime Galapo, Allied Kitchen & Bath Photographer Darryl Nobles Back story A couple with grown children, who have a second home in Kendall, wanted their old kitchen updated. She is an avid cook and they entertain a lot so she requested a hidden place for all her cooking equipment. Wow factor ThinkGlass countertop from Allied Kitchen & Bath and matching custom panel back splash from Innovative Services in Coral Gables. Details Jaime Klein designed the kitchen and Jaime Galapo implemented it. All small appliances, including a toaster and built-in espresso machine, were behind cabinetry. There are dividers for cutting boards and cookie sheets. A step stool is hidden in a toe kick. The sculptural hood is from Miele. Lesson Before you redesign a kitchen, look at the inside of every cabinet and see what works and what doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t for how you use the kitchen.
This kitchen in Kendall features cabinets to store everything a good cook uses and a dramatic glass countertop.
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Designer Jody Smith, Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Interiors Photographer Ed Butera Back story A couple who are full-time residents wanted to create an open floor plan in their Delaire County Club home in Delray Beach. They requested a clean, contemporary look that was easy to live with and that featured some focal points. Wow factor Mosaic backsplash and sculptural stainless-steel hood. Details Glass inserts in the cabinets above the breakfast bar give the kitchen a more open feel. The granite countertops have a lot of movement and variations in color to blend with the tile. The space includes a television, desk and a home automation system. Lesson An open kitchen can be integrated in a larger living space by using similar colors and materials. Clients in Delray Beachâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Delaire wanted a clean, open design, which is helped by the glass door above the breakfast bar.
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Designer Clodagh Photographer Courtesy W Fort Lauderdale Back story Clodagh, the New York designer famous enough to be known only be her first name, designed a model for the W Residences in her typical clean-lined, Zen style. The W requested a kitchen that could work for entertaining, light cooking or eating take-out food. Wow factor The rich blue of the lacquer cabinets that reflect the color of the night sky at the beach. Details The Italian-made cabinets are broken up with glass panels on two of the doors. The kitchen features KitchenAid stainless-steel appliances, polished stone countertops and gooseneck faucets with Franke stainless steel sinks. The floors are eco-friendly bamboo. Lesson Minimalism doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to translate into sterility. Most of the design in this model at the W Residences in Fort Lauderdale is neutral except for the deep blue cabinets, which reflect the sea.
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Designer/architect Bea Pila of Bea Pila Design with Deborah De Leon of Village Architects Photography Robin Hill Back story A married couple with four children, who were building a new home on Key Biscayne, asked for a Balinese contemporary design because it embraced the water vistas and their personalities. They wanted to feel as if they were on vacation and make it totally different from their Mediterranean-style home in Beverly Hills. THE KITCHEN Wow factor Deborah De Leon made a dramatic statement with her design of the large
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center island in white lacquer with a dark wood pedestal that matches the wengewood cabinets.
the toilet, appear to glow because of light coming from windows inside. Behind the tub is another window, shielded with a horizontal wood screen for privacy.
Details Dark wood, used on the floors, around the doors and windows and ceiling, doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t overwhelm because of the sunlight and white walls. A plumbed, commercial-grade coffee maker is hidden in the cabinetry.
Details Cabinetry is custom made from white oak. Instead of a mirror, the opening above the vanity is a window to provide a water view through the bedroom.
Lesson Proper accent lighting under the cabinets and in the ceiling enhance the dark wood.
Lesson If people venture into designing a home from scratch, they should put a team of a designer and an architect in place from the beginning.
BATHROOM Wow factor The Waterworks oval tub from the .25 Collection, surrounded by the double entry glass doors, is reminiscent of a docked ship. The doors, which lead to the shower and
This Key Biscayne homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bathroom has a window into the living room so the owners can enjoy the view. The large island in the kitchen contrasts with the dark wood accents in this open floor plan.
design Designer Rob Feinberg, Allied Kitchen & Bath Photographer Darryl Nobles Back story A couple with grown children who live in the L’Hermitage condo in Fort Lauderdale wanted to get rid of the tub, which they never used, and add a larger shower and a bigger closet.
Wow factor Pebble-stone accents on the shower wall, bench and floor. Details Feinberg eliminated the husband’s small adjacent bathroom, which had a toilet and sink. He gained 8-by-3 feet of space from the hallway to enlarge the closet. He installed an overhead rain shower and a shower head on adjustable bar so it can be used sitting. New bamboo cabinets by UltraCraft are stylishly floating and eco-friendly.
Lesson You can achieve your dream by creatively moving things around, even in a condo. A couple in Fort Lauderdale’s L’Hermitage asked Rob Feinberg to replace the never used tub with a large shower and create a more contemporary design.
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Designer Steven Zelman, Lichi-Zelman Style Interiors Photographer Barry Grossman Back story A single man who lives in an oceanside condo in Sunny Isles Beach wanted an elegant and modern bathroom that would cause jaws to drop without being too showy. The basics, a Duravit tub and Italian cabinetry were installed by the builder.
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Wow factors Glass mosaic tile behind the sink and tub. A cutout in the wall covered with textured glass provides a focal point and more light from the adjoining room. Details The onyx countertops are lighted from underneath, and are topped with handmade Murano glass sinks. A flush mount ceiling fixture is Eurofase Lightingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Martellato. The oil-on-canvas original is Zen Stones by Horacio Sandoval from the Kevin McPherrin Gallery in Boca Raton. The shell design mirror from Jerry Pair,
originally bought for another room, was perfect for over the vanity. Lesson Light creates ambience and is the soul of interior design. Steven Zellman upgraded the standard builderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bathtub with onyx countertops, Murano sinks and glass tiles. The circle over the tub also light from the next room while maintaining privacy.
design Designer Mitchell Freedland Photographer Dan Forer Back story The wife wanted her 400-square-foot bathroom in their home on the Intracoastal Waterway in Miami Beach transformed into a private retreat. Wow factor Designer Freedland found a pair of marble
slabs for behind her Neptune Macao Whirlpool tub to create a striking focal point. Details He added a television hidden in the two mirrors and a music system. Six display niches were designed around the tub to enhance it as a focal point. An 8-by-6 foot shag rug breaks up the white marble flooring. The light fixture, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fun 11 Pendant, Pearlâ&#x20AC;? by Verner Panton from Design Within Reach, is made of mother-of-pearl discs.
Lesson Keep it consistent, simple and clean so it is comfortable. This bathroom on the Intracoastal in Miami Beach features a dramatic focal point of marble behind the tub surrounded by niches for display.
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Designer Mary Alice Kubit Photographer Dan Forer Back story A couple who live in a 30-year-old home in Gables by the Sea in Coral Gables asked for a remodel of their 10-by-10 foot bathroom to create a feeling of cool, shimmering water and the serenity of a spa. Wow factor A carved and tempered glass sliding door with floral design that resembles Lalique, from Soliart Glass in Miami. Details Glass tile wraps completely around the toilet and shower. Cabinets, in highgloss zebra wood, have a quartz tabletop to resist stains. Lesson The design is clean and crisp. To get the look, use less layering of objects and simple lines. Eliminate moldings and go right to the ceiling. The wow factor in this home in Coral Gables is a carved and tempered glass sliding door that resembles Lalique.
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Designer Susan Morgan, Susan Morgan Interiors Photographer John Stillman Back story A couple with two children requested an expansion of the kitchen into the covered porch in their Crane Creek home in Palm City. The wife wanted a big, commercialstyle cook’s kitchen. Wow factor Focal point of stone mosaic tile under the range hood, which was covered with cabinetry to hide it. Details Light was brought into the kitchen with lots of windows, a glass door and a combination of light and dark cabinetry. The island was designed with two levels so the children could sit comfortably. Countertops are granite and some of the cabinets have seeded glass fronts. Appliances include a Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, beverage
center and wine cooler on the island and pot filler. Lesson Don’t be limited by the original footprint of a room. Clients in Palm City requested an expansion of their kitchen into a room their family of four could enjoy.
Sources Clodagh: Clodagh Design, 670 Broadway, Suite 300, New York, NY, 212-780-5300, www.clodagh.com. Deborah De Leon: Village Architects, 104 Crandon Blvd. #424, Key Biscayne 33149, 305-361-5335, www. villagearchitects.com. Jaime Klein: Exclusive Design Group, 1600 Spanish River Road, Boca Raton 33432, 954-270-2120.
Jody Smith: Brown’s Interiors, 4501 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton, 33431, 561368-2703, www.brownsinteriors.com. Rob Feinberg and Jaime Galapo: Allied Kitchen & Bath, 616 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 33311, 954-5641611, www.alliedkitchenandbath.com. Mitchell Freedland: Mitchell Freeland Design, 6 E. Third Ave., Vancouver, BC V5T1C3, 604-733-3600, www.mitchellfreedland.com. Mary Alice Kubit: Mary Alice Kubit Interior Design, 10001 S. Dixie Highway, Miami 33156, 305-335-6230. Susan Morgan: Susan Morgan Interiors, Palm City, 772-285-7692, www. susanmorganinteriors.com. Bea Pila: Bea Pila Design Studio, 2610 SW 28th Lane, Miami 33133, 305-8567916, www.bpiladesign.com. Steven Zelman: Lichi-Zelman Style Interiors, 3430 N. Andrews Ave., Ext, Pompano Beach, 33064, 877-716-1563 (toll free) or 954-726-0899, www.lichi-zelmanstyle.com.
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Terrific tile BY CHARLYNE VARKONYI SCHAUB Tile gets more sophisticated and innovative each year. Color is coming back, but forget about the dated pink or blue bathrooms of the past. Digital technology has turned ceramic into look-a-likes for wood, marble and granite. Digital printing also allows manufacturers to produce smaller batches of a new collection to see how it will sell before making a commitment. Welcome to the name game. Fashion designer Roberto Cavalli and musician/designer Lenny Kravitz have introduced collections. Here are some tile collections from the recent 2012 Coverings show in Orlando which may reinvigorate your kitchen and bath.
1. Cavalli chic Fashion designer Roberto Cavalli introduced Diva Damasco Nero, a ceramic tile with the look of wallpaper, for Ceramiche Ricchetti. The tile, which has the same sophistication as his clothing designs, has a suggested retail price of $35 to $45 a square foot. Can be ordered from Rainbow Tile, 1800 N. Powerline Road, Pompano Beach, 33069, 954-972-8001, www.rainbowtile.com. 2. Glassic, a classic Seneca Tiles, a former Miami company now in Ohio, introduced Glassic, an attractive cracked glass fused to high-fired stoneware. It is available in 21 colors and sells for $35 a square foot. Available at Ceramic Matrix in Miami, West Palm Beach and Delray Beach. See www.ceramicmatrix.com.
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3. Surfside style Maui, a tile made of stone and glass with a motif reminiscent of surfboards, is a perfect solution for a backsplash in a kitchen or a wall in a powder room. It comes in Calacatta Gold, Bianco Carrara and La Leaf – Silver. Suggested retail prices range from $84-$146 a square foot based on materials selected. Available at Ceramic Matrix in Miami, West Palm Beach and Delray Beach. See www.ceramicmatrix.com. 4. Ecological example Re-use is a color porcelain from Emil Ceramica Group’s Provenza brand, made from recycled concrete and marble slated for the landfill. It was developed with ink-jet technology to mimic the look of marble and with isostatic pressing to create a texture to make it appear as if it has been worn by time and use. Suggested retail for the 18-36-inch size is $8.50 a square foot and the 12-by-12 inch mesh mounted mosaic is $26. It comes in three colors and matte and polished finishes. Order through Tamiami Tile of Delray, 1085 SW 15th Ave., Delray Beach, 33444, 561-272-8453, www.tamiamitile.com.
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5. Coloring your world Tired of too many neutrals? Cerim introduced the Vanity Collection for the bathroom in Lily, Rose, Peony, Purple, Violet and Aubergine. Sizes include 20-by-20 inches and a mosaic. Prices available upon request. Available at Specialty Tile Products, 838 Orange Ave., Winter Park, FL 32789, 407-647-9355, www.specialtytile.com 407-647-9355, specialtytile.com. 6. Kravitz cool Musician/designer Lenny Kravitz, who founded Kravitz Design in 2003, introduced Goccia, a 3-D tile that he describes as an architectural statement. The design, which represents a drop of water, was done in collaboration with Lea Ceramiche and is available in black or white with a glossy or matte finish. Suggested retail is $18.85 for a 5.1-inch square to $26.55 for a 16-by-4 inch piece. Distributor Lea Ceramiche can be reached at info@leausa.com or 704-522-6300 for retailers when it becomes available.
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BROWARD COUNTY PARKS Have you always envisioned getting married amid the beauty of nature? Stage your wedding in the splendor of a park. We have outdoor amphitheaters and gazebos where you can have the ceremony of your dreams, as well as halls complete with catering kitchens. When you exchange your vows at a Broward County Park, you’ll create memories that last a lifetime. 954-357-8100. www.broward.org/parks. 15th STREET FISHERIES AT LAUDERDALE MARINA Your best choice for a waterfront wedding, rehearsal dinner or complete reception event is 15th Street Fisheries at Lauderdale Marina, providing a fantastic complement of rooms to choose from, all with the romantic backdrop of the Intracoastal Waterway, where a parade of yachts and other vessels pass by both day and night. Sun-Sentinel Winner: Best Waterfront Restaurant in South Florida! GBS, THE BEAUTY STORE Brides trust GBS, The Beauty Store to bring beauty to the big day. GBS offers make-up, hair care & accessories, extensions & skin care & travel-size essentials for the honeymoon. Shop GBS to look &
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One new drug, Perjeta, (pertuzumab) has just been approved; another exciting one is soon to be approved, and another one next year.” Perjeta is classified as a monoclonal antibody like Herceptin, but acts in a different way, Vogel says. Monoclonal antibodies are engineered to attach to a defect in the cancer cells, helping your body’s immune system to find and destroy them. Another approach Vogel says is “very exciting” uses Herceptin as a Trojan horse to deliver a potent chemo drug directly to tumor cells where it is unleashed without harming healthy cells. Results of the study on this combination called T-DM1 were reported in June at the American Society of Clinical Oncology conference. BY NANCY McVICAR “It was a very positive study that will allow the company [Genentech] For 37 years, Dr. Charles L. Vogel, director of the Women’s Center to go to the FDA” for approval, he says. at Sylvester at Deerfield Beach, has devoted his practice to treating only Advances in other types of breast tumors, those classified as estrogen breast cancer and searching for new ways to improve survival rates. or progesterone receptor positive, which account for about 65 percent of As the annual Breast Cancer Awareness Month cases, have also been life-extending. They include tamoxifen, approaches in October, Vogel took some time to talk about which blocks estrogen from breast tumors in premenopausal the advances that have been made and other promising women, and a class of drugs called aromatase inhibitors, new approaches. (anastrozole, exemestane, letrozole), used to cut off the fuel “What patients need to know,” he says, “because some needed by the tumors to grow in post-menopausal women. are afraid of being guinea pigs if they go into a clinical trial, In patients who have developed a resistance to hormonal is that’s where you get the most exciting stuff.” therapy, Vogel says approval of a drug called everolimus is Vogel was among the first to test Herceptin imminent. (trastuzumab), a treatment that greatly improves survival “Although not a hormone, it is designed to overcome chances for women with a particularly aggressive type resistance to hormonal therapy,” he says. “It is the first of tumor classified as HER2 positive, which accounts advance in hormonal therapy in 20 years.” for about 20 percent of breast cancers. And some of his Vogel says research is continuing to find more effective patients got it in clinical trials years before it was approved treatments for an aggressive subtype of breast cancer that Dr. Charles L. Vogel by the Food and Drug Administration. accounts for 10-15 percent of cases. They are classified as He was a pioneer in expanding trials to local oncologists’ offices, not “triple negative” because they are not HER2, estrogen or progesterone just major university medical centers, giving patients greater access to positive. promising drugs. The Cancer Research Network he founded is affiliated “We have very little new for them right now, so everybody is looking with the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s Sylvester genomically for targets for triple-negative disease,” he says. “However, Comprehensive Cancer Center. we still have chemo which can be very effective in curing early stage triple “A lot has happened since Herceptin was first approved [in 1998)],” negative disease and extending life in later-stage disease.” ● Vogel says. “We’re making really rapid strides in HER2 positive disease.
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NURSES REGISTRY PROVIDING THE ‘BEST’ IN HOME HEALTH CARE No one ever wants to believe that there may be a time or place where they cannot take care of themselves or need to find care for a loved one. At times, life throws us curve balls, leaving us in need of an in-home nurse or aide. Whether it be to care for a post surgical procedure, a debilitating accident or illness, caring for an elderly parent, or happily helping the new mom at home, Best Care, a private, state licensed Nurses Registry, has been providing the highest quality, personalized home health care in South Florida for over 30 years. One of the largest family-owned private duty home care companies, Best Care is a one stop shop for all of your private duty home health care needs. Led and managed by Marc Spector, President & CEO, and his business partner Jacque Scherfer, R.N., B.S.N., Vice President, Best Care’s mission is to provide the most experienced and compassionate caregivers who deliver comprehensive, quality health care and assistance to individuals, of any age in their own homes. The company’s goal is to match clients with caregivers who enable the client to maintain a quality of life, as close as possible to his or her daily routine; thereby, enhancing the client’s dignity and minimizing his/her feelings of dependence. Aside from providing its clients with preeminent care and service, Best Care distinguishes itself from other home health care companies with a number of innovative programs. The company accepts long-term care insurance and it issues an assignment of benefits so clients do not have to pay upfront. Best Care also offers private “concierge cosmetic care” for patients who undergo elective cosmetic surgery. Best Care caregivers accompany patients home, or to hotels in the case of out-of-town patients, and provide comfortable and confidential care in the privacy of their dwelling. Additionally, Best Care offers a special home health care program for qualified veterans and their surviving spouses. Home Health Care is a less expensive and more effective way to provide health services for anyone needing assistance or supervision, yet not requiring hospitalization. The Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Home Health Aides and Companions contracted with Best Care’s clients strive to provide healing environments where patients and families learn to care for themselves. All caregivers are put through background checks and are thoroughly vetted. Established in 1980, Best Care is a multi-services registry that can refer caregivers who provide a comprehensive range of health care services, on a 24-hour basis. The company which has offices in the tri-county, operates 7 days a week, 24-hours a day, providing caregiver services at home, in the hospital or at nursing homes. For more information, please visit www.bestcare.net or call 954-522-1112, 305-652-3311 or 561.254.2802.
Jacque Scherfer and Marc Spector of Best Care Marc Spector, CEO of Best Care, suggests some important and useful questions to ask when looking for in-home health care nurses and aides for yourself or a loved one: 1. Is the company you have selected a licensed entity or do they carry a certificate? Make sure the home health care registry or agency is licensed through the state. Some companies in home health care may carry a certificate, not a license. If you go through a registry or agency that is licensed through the state, such as Best Care, it ensures the state is overseeing it and making sure that certain requirements are met. A company that carries a certificate does not have state oversight like a licensed company. 2. Is your caregiver properly licensed and what kind of training or background do they have? You definitely want to make sure your caregiver has the proper training and level of training that can cater to the health needs of the individual. Only those with a license or certificate of a registered nurse, a licensed practical nurse, a certified nursing assistant or a home health aide are allowed to provide hands on care (therapists are also permitted) per Florida Law. 3. What kind of background check is being done? It would be best to hire a state licensed company like Best Care which is required to run a level two background check on all nurses and nurses aides, rather than hiring someone on your own when you do not know their background history.
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TAKING OUTPATIENT SURGERY IN STRIDE By Audra Hodges
The moment that a physician utters the word “surgery,” most patients experience the same feeling: anxiety. No matter what kind of procedure needs to be performed, there are physical, financial and time factors that cause people to experience elevated stress levels. Aside from worrying about work and family concerns, even outpatient surgery involves some level of risk and requires a certain amount of recovery time. There are many ways, including breathing techniques, imagery and more, to stay positive, upbeat and focused on the good outcome of a successful surgery. Whether you are scheduling an in-hospital stay or an outpatient procedure, proper preparation can relieve the feelings of being overwhelmed before surgery. Here are some guidelines to ensure you come prepared for your appointment: Talk with your physician about: • The expectations, benefits and risks of the procedure • What type of anesthesia will be administered and what recovery time is expected • Any medications (over-the-counter or prescription) you are currently taking, as well as any prior procedures, history of chronic illnesses and allergies you may have • Any post-operative instructions regarding medications, changing dressings and follow-up appointments
Remember: • Stop drinking and eating for the recommended amount of time before and after surgery • Follow any specific pre-operative bathing, shaving or cleaning instructions • Do not wear makeup the day of surgery, including nail polish • Do not wear contacts the day of surgery • Leave any valuables and jewelry at home • Advise the medical staff if you have dentures or wear any other prosthetic devices • Arrange all insurance coverage prior to surgery as many insurance carriers do not cover many plastic surgery procedures (i.e. cosmetic procedures) • Make sure you have a ride home after your procedure Remember: No surgery is routine. Health care professionals follow specific standards and practices to ensure your safety during the surgical procedure. Stress relief can greatly improve a patient’s health outcomes. Choosing the right physician and a highlyrated hospital, like Broward Health Imperial Point, (BHIP) is one of the most important decisions you can make. The BHIP surgical team’s goal is to ensure a positive experience for the patient and their family. “Regardless of whether you come for a one-day outpatient surgery or a longer stay, we pride ourselves in providing a safe environment for all of our patients,” said Alice Taylor, Broward Health Imperial Point CEO. “Our outstanding physicians, nurses and support staff work hard to ensure every patient receives the highest level of quality care.”
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n accomplished, double board-certified, Ivy League-trained physician, Jacob D. Steiger, M.D., Facial Plastic Surgeon, is one of few physicians in South Florida who dedicates his practice solely to plastic surgery of the face and nose. His background and credentials reflect his commitment to the highest standards of patient care, treatment innovation, and leadership within his specialty. Dr. Steiger is an expert in facial plastic surgery including rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, advanced facelifts, fat transfer, midface lifts, blepharoplasty (eyelid lifts), chin implants, lip augmentation, skin resurfacing, dermabrasion, chemical peels, laser peels and otoplasty; as well as non-surgical, minimally invasive procedures such as Botox®, Dysport®, and dermal fillers. Based in Boca Raton at the newly constructed Steiger Facial Plastic Surgery building and 1001 Boca Aesthetic Medical Center, Dr. Steiger treats patients not only from South Florida, but from all over the U.S. and the world. The 5,000-square-foot modern building features luxurious treatment rooms and a state-of-the-art surgical center with an operating room and overnight suite. At the center, Dr. Steiger provides patients with the most innovative treatments and procedures available in cosmetic surgery and aesthetic medicine. Dr. Steiger is board certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He has been extensively published in peer-reviewed medical journals, and has authored numerous chapters on topics related to facial plastic surgery. His research endeavors and innovative nature have earned him research grants and patents related to the advancement
of medicine. His leadership within the specialty was recognized by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery when he was awarded the Holt Leadership Award. A native of Miami, Dr. Steiger graduated Cum Laude from the University of Miami Honors Program in Medical Education. He graduated at the top of his medical school class with research distinction and was awarded the prestigious Clinical Skills Award for his dedication to patient care. He began his post graduate training at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, completed a general surgery internship at the University of Pennsylvania, and continued his training in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. Ascending to the position of chief resident, Dr. Steiger later received the University of Pennsylvania’s Carniol Award for Research and Innovation in Facial Plastic Surgery. After completing his residency, Dr. Steiger pursued further advanced training as a Fellow in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Michigan, where he served as faculty in the Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He left his position at the university to start his private practice in Palm Beach County. Visit Dr. Steiger at the Steiger Facial Plastic Surgery Center and 1001 Boca Aesthetic Medical Center, conveniently located at 1001 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton, Fla. 33432, just south of Glades Rd. For more information or to make an appointment, visit www.drsteiger.com, call 561-499-9339 or 866-994-FACE. You can also follow Dr. Steiger on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
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THE FUTURE OF HEART CARE TODAY Do you experience shortness of breath, fatigue or a heart murmur? If so, you may have aortic stenosis and you may be a candidate for the VALVE CLINIC AT FMC CAMPUS.
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CAMPUS KEEPING BROWARD’S HEARTS BEATING SINCE 1974. At the Heart Institute of Florida at North Shore Medical Center FMC Campus, the team of dedicated board certified physicians, nurses and technicians have been taking care of Broward’s cardiac patients since 1974. With a rich legacy behind it, the Heart Institute of Florida recently entered a new era in cardiac care with the opening of the new Hybrid OR Suite and Valve Clinic. “FMC was the first hospital to perform open heart surgery in Broward County in 1974,” said Ben A. Rodriguez, Chief Administrative Officer. “Since then, our history of excellence in cardiac care has remained steadfast. With the new hybrid suite open, we are proud to offer the future of cardiac care today at FMC.” The addition of the new Hybrid OR Suite compliments the hospital’s legacy of leadership in cardiac care by enabling FMC’s cardiologists and cardiac surgeons to offer some of the most sophisticated treatment options for patients. The suite is an advanced operating room that combines imaging capabilities with traditional surgery. The new technology may reduce the patients’ recovery time as well as the risk of complications. The new technology features a robotic arm that is linked to an advanced imaging system that allows flexible movement to almost any location on a patient so that the surgeon can see internal details from multiple angles. Typical procedures performed in the hybrid OR include: diagnostic angiograms, angioplasty and stent placement. The hybrid OR suite is also maintained as a sterile environment allowing physicians to use the room for open vascular procedures should they need to. Through the new Valve Clinic, patients have access to some of the latest cardiac treatments performed by board certified physicians specifically trained to perform innovative valve procedures designed to repair or replace the Aortic Valve. The program at FMC offers patients a streamlined process with one day of several appointments instead of many appointments spread out over multiple specialists. A visit to FMC’s Valve Clinic can include an evaluation by a cardiologist and a cardiovascular surgeon, review of prior diagnostic studies, and additional testing if deemed necessary that could include an echocardiogram and a CT scan. Heart valve disease may be suspected if the heart sounds heard through a stethoscope are abnormal. This is usually the first step in diagnosing a heart valve disease. A characteristic heart murmur (abnormal sounds in the heart due to turbulent blood flow across the valve) can often indicate valve regurgitation or stenosis. To further define the type of valve disease and extent of the valve damage, physicians at the Heart Institute of Florida may use any of the following diagnostic procedures: Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG), Echocardiogram, Chest x-ray, cardiac catheterization or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). In some cases, it may be determined that the only treatment for heart valve disease may be careful medical supervision.
However, other treatment options may include medication, surgery to repair the valve, or surgery to replace the valve. Specific treatment will be determined by your physician based on: the patient’s age, overall health and medical history, extent of disease, the location of the valve, signs and symptoms, the patient’s individual tolerance for specific medications, procedures or therapies, expectations for the course of the disease and the patient’s opinion or preference. FMC’s Valve Clinic patient navigator works closely with each patient and makes all necessary appointments for the visit to ensure each patient receives personalized care. Treatment plans are then shared with the patient’s personal physician. It is important to note that mild heart valve disease may not cause any symptoms. The following are some of the most common symptoms of heart valve disease; however, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may vary depending on the type of heart valve disease present and may include: chest pain, palpitations caused by irregular heartbeats, migraine headaches, fatigue, dizziness, low or high blood pressure (depending on which valve disease is present), shortness of breath, abdominal pain due to an enlarged liver. Symptoms of heart valve disease can also resemble other medical conditions. If you or a loved one has or think you may have any of these symptoms of heart valve disease, it is important to consult with your physician for a proper diagnosis. If you think you may be a candidate for valve repair, or to learn more about the valve clinic, call us at 855-2VALVE1 (855-282-5831) and ask to speak to our patient navigator. The Heart Institute of Florida at North Shore Medical Center FMC Campus offers patients a wide range of cardiac services including Cardiac Catheterizations, Coronary Angioplasties, Coronary Revascularization, Heart Valve Repair and Replacement, Thrombolytic Therapy, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Intravascular Utrasound (IVUS) and Intracoronary Echo Ultrasound (ICE), Stenting, Therapeutic Laser Atherectomy, Advanced Al-digital Cardiovascular Imaging and TandemHeart® percutaneous Ventricular Assist to support patients during high-risk interventions. If you or your loved one suffers from heart problems, FMC has the technology and expertise to treat you. Call the expert team at North Shore Medical Center FMC Campus for a physician referral and for a free heart healthy cookbook at 1-866-498-LIFE (5433).
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You suffer from chronic pain. You have tried many “traditional” remedies like injections and radio frequency. You have even spoken with a surgeon and you’re still in great discomfort. Millions of Americans suffer from disabling and debilitating spinal conditions. Besides the obvious incapacitating effects, living with pain can cause and aggravate other illnesses like anxiety, stress, and depression. The doctors at South Florida Spine Clinic, pioneers in pain management, are using a new highly-effective treatment for those suffering from painful spinal, neurologic and vascular conditions. Neuromodulation of the spine (also known as spinal cord stimulation or neurostimulation) is a minimally invasive procedure that electronically controls the body’s ability to sense pain. According to Dr. Jarrod Friedman, South Florida Spine Clinic’s Pain Management Director, “neuromodulation utilizes an implanted pacemaker-like device that stimulates the nervous system enabling patients to alleviate and suppress chronic pain. The result is an alternate sensation (like a soft massage or tingling) instead of discomfort.” Spinal cord stimulation is an excellent therapy for the treatment of chronic pain. “We have effectively utilized this technology to avoid complex surgeries, treat patients who are not surgical candidates and even extinguish pain from prior failed surgeries,” said Dr. Friedman. Some of the conditions South Florida Spine Clinic treats with neurostimulation include:
patients to regain mobility and become productive again. Many of our patients return to work and go back to playing sports after the procedure.” Neuromodulation is a great solution to control your pain because it gives you the independence and ability to say when you want your pain controlled and where you need your pain controlled. South Florida Spine Clinic is the leader in pain management and minimally-invasive, function-sparing alternatives to traditional spine surgery. With 20,000 procedures and 21 years of experience, their goal is to reduce painfully-disabling spine conditions with advanced techniques that preserve and restore function and mobility. For more information on neuromodulation contact: South Florida Spine Clinic 954-567-1332 www.FloridaSpineSurgery.com
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What to wear – and who is wearing it – is on our mind this issue, as our Fashion & Style Director, Elyse Ranart, sizes up the fall fashion season and finds much to recommend:
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From The Red Carpet: Are there any stars today who have true fashion sense, or are their looks all the product of some highly skilled stylists behind the scenes? Our Fashion & Style Director compares today’s stars with yesterday’s, and finds a few swans.
Also in this issue, we’ll go touring with the top down in some exciting new cars, sample the relatively unknown wines of Spain and sit down with our Fine Dining Writer for dinner at her Best New Restaurants of 2012.
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Women’s wear continues to take a cue from “the boys.” Men’s wear fabrications, from houndstooth to herringbone, and pantsuits are Kings - or should I say Queens? - of the runway.
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Black used to be the neutral shade, then gray and now white takes a turn. From bright white to ecru, white this season looks better than ever.
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Designers have scarlet fever this season, so there are many choices - from day to eveningwear - if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re craving some crimson for your wardrobe.
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Prints are taking prime real estate on the runway again this season. Whether matching from head to toe or mixing them up for a more eclectic look, this trend is not for wallflowers.
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From hoodies to scuba suits, sports themes are scoring influence this season - including color blocking and stripes in an abundance of high-performance fabrics.
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Not to be overshadowed by summer shades, the fall season is fresh with cherry reds, electric blues, Kelly greens and egg-yolk yellows. Mixing color with black keeps it more modern.
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Five questions for fashion insiders about true style and fashion for fall
What is the difference between fashion & style? Fashion is something to follow, like a set of rules that are given to you; whereas style is the exact opposite of that. It is all about the freedom of self-expression and the ability to create your own rules.
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rom a nude mouth to bold red lips, smoky shadow to an electric-blue eye in makeup and braids and top knots to slick-back strands for hair, beauty for fall is all over the map. I sat down with hair and makeup artist Euridice Martin to get her take on beauty for fall and beyond. Braids Smoky eye
Who is your favorite fashion icon? For me there is no one person but a period in time. The women of the 1940s had a perfect balance between strong and sexy. I think that Alexander McQueen is a contemporary design house that has brought that balance of power back to the modern woman. What are the top three rules you follow when it comes to beauty? 1. First of all I think about where she is going and what she is wearing. Hair and makeup should complement her overall look.
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3. Good preparation of the skin is most important when it comes to makeup. Clean, moisturize and use the right foundation for your skin tone before adding any color. Once you have created a strong “canvas” you can have fun with the palette.
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What hair and makeup trends inspire you most from the new fall collections? Without a doubt, Rodarte was the most inspiring show for me this fall. James Kaliardos created the most beautiful makeup, with a heavy dusting of bronzer on the eyebrows and cheeks, complemented by faux bobs [and] sprinkled with stars from Odile Gilbert, for an ethereal glow that is strong and sensual at the same time. Fill in the blank: The key beauty product for this season is_____? I never tire of red lips, which are very present again for fall. My favorite this season is Diorific lipstick in Roulette Red, from Dior. It’s got great long lasting coverage and is simply the perfect shade.
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2. Take a good look at your face, pick out your best feature and highlight that. Not all makeup or hairstyles work on every woman so you need to be realistic about what works on you.
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his fall brings us lots of looks so there is something for everyone. Designers are still passionate about prints but strong solid reds and winter whites have captured their imagination as well – not to mention borrowing from the “boys”. I talked with fashion stylist Veronica Camacho about her inspiration and POV on fall: What is the difference between fashion & style?
many people, including myself, with his discerning eye for street style. Riding his bike through Manhattan with camera in hand, he sees what others miss and captures individuals who have a sense of style that is both unique and personal. His photographs for The New York Times have launched many fashion trends - translated by editors and designers, who draw inspiration for their stories and collections. What are the top three rules you follow when it comes to style? 1. If you don’t feel good about what you are wearing, don’t leave the house. Always put on something that makes you feel confident. Because confidence is the key ingredient to great style. 2. Keep a good pair of nude pumps in your closet. They will work with almost anything in your wardrobe. But be sure they are of quality. An inexpensive pair in that shade will look cheap.
Who is your favorite fashion icon?
3. Never wear a knockoff. Period!
I don’t know if he would be considered an icon, but Bill Cunningham has made a huge impact in the world of fashion. For decades, Cunningham has inspired
What inspires you most from the new fall collections?
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Fashion is fleeting, it’s the trends that come and go through the seasons. Style is forever – it’s your personal take on those trends, which turn them into style.
my favorite season, so I’ll mention a few things I especially like this year. I’m crazy for the gentleman’s influence this season. The pantsuit, accessorized with men's wear millinery, looks both sexy and strong. I also like all of the poppy palettes. It’s really refreshing to see color for fall, not to mention the runaway red trend, which is such a classic color. Finally, I absolutely love all the white that I have been seeing in many of the collections. Whoever said that you mustn’t wear white for fall, hasn’t been following fashion. White for fall looks so right. Fill in the blank: The key piece for this season is _____? Something white will definitely be a part of my winter wardrobe!
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WE MAY FOLLOW CELEBRITIES FOR STYLE CUES, BUT WHICH ARE TRULY STYLISH? HERE, IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER, IS MY TOP TEN BY ELYSE RANART, FASHION & STYLE DIRECTOR We remember the story of the duckling
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who grows up to be a swan. We read it – or had it read to us – when we were children. But what makes the Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale so poignant today – so lasting into adulthood – is its story of transformation. It’s as much a message that applies to personal style – and fashion – as fairy tale. Many of the fashion icons and muses of yesterday were considered odd, different and quirky growing up – and the same is true today. But ducklings, we remember, can become swans: The ones to watch, the ones to admire and to emulate. Few things are more seductive than fashion because of its capacity to transform. Fashion offers us an opportunity to reinvent ourselves each time we dress; and clothing can be our most creative form of selfexpression. In our media-mad culture, more women than ever look to celebrities for this mode of “self-expression,” while most so-called fashion icons don’t even have their own sense of style. I’m bewildered to see so many women following celebrities for trend cues when so many of the stars have their style manufactured for them. Celebrity stylists squeeze them into gowns for red-carpet events, whispering that this or that designer is “the one to wear.” So what they end up in has very little to do with their own personal fashion POV, if they even have one. Who wouldn’t look “the part” in a borrowed $10,000 gown? But fashion icon? Not even close. Off the carpet, the stars are often seen strolling around with the requisite bottle of water in hand, donning the standard celebrity
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A former model turned actress, Diane Kruger comes from the world of fashion, and her perspective is spot on. She brings retro glamour to the red carpet, but she keeps it from turning cliché with her modern edge.
Zoe Saldana clearly loves fashion but smartly stays clear of wearing trends head-to-toe, like so many celebrities. Her penchant for femininity with an edge, and risktaking choices of color and cut, keep her from being just another pretty face in the spotlight.
Helena Bonham Carter
Cate Blanchett's claim that she was a high-school Goth doesn’t surprise me. The Hobbit star is still taking risks, from her casual elegance in man-tailored suits to sweeping the red carpet in show-stopping statement gowns.
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Tilda Swinton is simply sublime in every choice she makes. Her avant-garde style is minimal, modern, dramatic and daring. Equally elegant in sportswear or eveningwear, she claims, “I follow my nose.”
Truly a free spirit, Helena Bonham Carter says she dresses to please herself. Her “howdo-you-like-themapples” style is fabulously fun, often tongue-incheek and always uniquely her own.
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Diane Kruger
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Emma Watson Carey Mulligan
Michelle Williams
Like no other actress at the moment, Carey Mulligan has mastered a modern take on the ’60s French New Wave style. Her freshfaced, gamine glamour shows that she has the pulse on fashion but her spunky style makes it all her own.
is the perfect mix of quirk and charm. She has a ladylike look that says modern and an atypical elegance that says nonchalant chic. Her keen sense of pairing apparel with the unexpected accessory is both surprising and stylish.
makes interesting style choices, from Rodarte to vintage Ossie Clark. She opts not to use a stylist, she says, because “there’s nothing interesting about looking perfect.” I couldn’t agree more.
Emma Watson
Keira Knightley
Salma Hayek has long flirted with fashion, but since her marriage to Francois-Henri Pinault, the CEO of luxury good company PPR, it's become a fullon love affair. At a curvaceous 5'2", she says, "You have to work with what's available - like your body but sometimes it's good to take chances."
is the archetypal “English Rose.” Her highly romantic style is both eclectic and elegant, making her a perfect choice as the face of Coco Chanel fragrance and Tom Ford’s new women’s wear collection.
uniform of designer denim, trendy T-shirt, leather jacket, boots and, of course, the “look-at-me-but-don’t-look-at-me” oversized sunglasses. This is not style, personal or otherwise. So when thinking about celebrity style, it is much easier to reference from the past, including true stars Grace Kelly, Marlene Dietrich, Greta Garbo, the two Hepburns (Audrey and Katharine) – another reason “retro” style remains so relevant today. But that’s too easy, and a bit of a cop-out, if you ask me. Their costume designers, nee stylists, dressed many of these women as well. Even the “lifestyle” images of them, “at home” or “on trips abroad,” were staged
photo-shoots, for which these stars were primped and primed. That said, it doesn’t mean that there are no fashionable females in today’s firmament of stars. They are just harder to spot and less likely to get the credit they deserve for having a steadfast sense of signature style. So with the start of the fall fashion season, it’s time to give credit where it’s due to some seriously stylish stars who choose clothing that is refreshing, different, sometimes quirky and often unexpected. The ones on these pages who know real style can be as transformative as duckling to swan. ●
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Non-top fun
A convertible in South Florida is cool, these drivers say, even when it’s hot BY DAVE WIECZOREK You’re driving along the beach, top down, music up, the star of your fantasy beside you, the breeze blowing his or her
hair straight back like the fins of a ’59 T-Bird. The allure of a convertible is irresistible. “I’ve had several convertibles over the years. Some were bad rides, some had leaky roofs,” says Ed Brown, of Coral Springs, who now drives an arctic white 1958 Buick Special with bright red interior. “I’ve always wanted a convertible, because they’re sexy and glamorous.” It doesn’t get more complicated than that. Every convertible owner City & Shore spoke with talked about the glamour, sex appeal and liberation they feel behind the wheel of their open-air dream machines. “It’s such a fun, fresh-air feeling,” says Jodi Lerman, an attorney with Lerman and Whitebook in Hollywood, whose ride of choice is
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It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t until 1910 that the first enclosed auto, a Cadillac, hit the streets. Ever since, the popularity of convertibles has had its ups and downs without ever fading from our fantasies particularly in South Florida.
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a white 2012 Volvo C70. “I’ve never been on a motorcycle, but it must be the same type of experience.” “For me,” says George Pacinelli, a telecommunications executive from Weston who drives a black 2011 Infiniti G37, “riding with the top down is all about fresh air and freedom.” Americans have glorified and mythologized convertibles for decades in song and on screens big and small, and had fun, fun, fun doing so. In the 1960s the Beach Boys sang of the girl who lied to Daddy and led boys on a wild goose chase. They made no reference to a convertible Thunderbird, but make no mistake, the picture in our heads was of a defiant surfer girl and her wind-tossed sun-bleached hair. Some 50 years later country singer Tim McGraw “I get thumbs-up everywhere I go,’’ Aurelio shifted into a higher hormonal gear in the back seat of a red ragtop: She said please Camacho says of his Fiat 500C Lounge Edition. don’t stop lovin’ me. It was Hollywood, naturally, that really revved our engines for convertibles. Remember the sleek Corvette from the hit ’60s TV show Route 66? Bob McMahon does, and the pharmacist from Victoria Park in Fort Lauderdale knows something about the appeal of a ’Vette. He owned several Ferraris over the past 20 years before getting bored with them. “So I started looking for an old Corvette,” says McMahon, who found a 1966 Blue Laguna Corvette. “I’ve got the top down just about every time I use it, usually listening to ’70s music like the Rolling Stones. It gives me a pleasant, wind-in-your-hair feeling.” Convertibles have played key roles in countless movies, from
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romance to comedy and tragedy. Remember Benjamin furiously shifting gears in his Alfa Romeo in pursuit of his true love in The Graduate? Who could forget Ferris Bueller and friends playing hooky in Mr. Frye’s Ferrari? Or Thelma and Louise's epic road trip in Louise's sky-blue Thunderbird? Cheryl Dempsey of Greenacres can tell you about succumbing to the lure of a T-Bird. “It’s the perfect South Florida car,” says Dempsey, a sales consultant at Maroone Ford of Delray who owns a black 2005 Thunderbird 50th Anniversary Special Edition, the last year Thunderbirds were made. “It makes me feel good when I get in it. Some owners have 7,000 miles on their cars. I have 62,000 on my T-Bird. I drive it every day. I don’t want a ‘special’ car. I want a car that’s special every day.”
Bit by the Fever
Open-air vehicles are no strangers to American roadways, of course. They’ve been around since the late 1800s and early 1900s, when cars were little more than motorized buggies. It wasn’t until 1910 that the first enclosed auto, a Cadillac, hit the streets. Ever since, the popularity of convertibles has had its ups and downs without ever fading from our fantasies.
PHOTO: GINNY DIXON
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“It’s such a fun, fresh-air feeling,’’ says Jodi Lerman of her 2012 Volvo C70.
PHOTO: GINNY DIXON
“When the fever bites, you’ll always want a convertible,” says Brown of his Buick Special. “Once the top is down it’s a whole different space for transporting yourself.” The fever bit Aurelio Camacho, who recently swapped a behemoth for a little bitty beauty. “I traded my Hummer for a pearl white Fiat 500C Lounge Edition,” says Camacho, a real-estate investor from Davie. “I saw one on the streets and thought it was as cool as hell.” These chariots of desire are as much a part of Americana as astronauts, beauty queens and politicians who perch themselves atop the back seats and wave to parade crowds. Perhaps not surprisingly, Bill Clinton owned one of the sexiest rides ever, a 1967 “Clearwater Aqua” Mustang. For security reasons, upon entering
the White House in 1993 the president had to park his beloved ride. Two years ago, Clinton retrieved the Mustang from The Museum of Automobiles in Morrilton, Ark., where it had been on temporary loan, polished it up and gave the car to his 16-year-old nephew in California. Convertible conversion sometimes occurs unexpectedly. “I’d always been a Porsche driver and never had any intention of getting a convertible Jag until I test drove one,” says Gavin Robin, a marketing and advertising consultant from Boca Raton who pilots a black 2012 Jaguar XKR-S. “I went to the showroom and the salesman suggested I take it for the weekend. By the time I got home, I said to my wife: ‘Guess what? I’ve got a new car.’ ” He’d always thought of a “Jag as an older person’s car, but it’s
"When the top is down,'' says Gavin Robin, of his 2012 Jaguar XKR-S, "I feel free.''
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"Driving at night with the top down is just wonderful,'' Mary Williams says of her 2012 Lexus IS 350C. Her Yorkie, Cara, joins her on this ride.
really a younger person’s car. It’s surprisingly edgy, sleek and very powerful with a smooth ride. And when the top is down, it enhances my experience. I feel free.”
Cool Even When It Sizzles
If price is of no concern – “When the top goes down, the price goes up,” so goes the saying – there really is only one drawback to owning a convertible: Cruising around South Florida with the top down in the summer can be a blistering experience. That’s why Mary Williams, a human-resources executive from Fort Lauderdale, collapses the roof of her silver gray 2012 Lexus IS 350C after the stars start to twinkle. “Driving at night with the top down is just wonderful,” Williams says. “I absolutely love it.” No doubt about it, a convertible is cool even when it’s hot. “When it’s hot I’ll crank up the AC, and when people see me driving with the top down they just love it,” says Fiat owner Camacho. “I get thumbs-up everywhere I go.” Going topless is, apparently, the only way to go among these drivers in South Florida. As Dempsey says with a laugh: “I get a lot of looks when driving with the top down. People are probably saying, ‘Why is that 49-year-old woman driving a convertible T-Bird? She’s too old for it!’ I’m not!” And she’s going to go right on having fun, fun, fun until someone takes her T-Bird away. ●
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Resources Fiat 500C Lounge Edition Rick Case FIAT, 3500 Weston Road, Davie, 866-981-7351, www.rickcasefiatusa.com; www.fiatusa.com. Infiniti G37 Warren Henry Infiniti, 20850 NW Second Ave., Miami, 866-497-5984; www.warrenhenryinfiniti.com; www.infinitiusa.com. Jaguar XKR-S Alpine Jaguar, 6606 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 877-854-9641; www.alpinejaguar.com. Warren Henry Jaguar, 20800 NW Second Ave., Miami, 888-811-1375, www.warrenhenryjaguar.com; www.jaguarusa.com. Lexus IS 350C JM Lexus, 5350 W. Sample Road, Margate, 800-805-3987; www.jm-lexus.com. Thunderbird Maroone Ford of Delray, 1311 Linton Blvd., Delray Beach, 561-278-0303; www.maroonefordofdelray.net. Volvo C70 Warren Henry Volvo, 20800 NW Second Ave., Miami, 866-475-5802; www.warrenhenryvolvo.com; www.volvocars.com.
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Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still grab a little R&R. Road trip! BY LORI CAPULLO If any state is ideal for a staycation, it’s Florida. Depending on how much time you’re willing to spend on the road, there are options sprinkled from north to south and east to west, and since “season” isn’t yet in full swing, there are deals to be had everywhere you look. We’ve organized some of our favorite options according to drive time — and each offers an experience guaranteed to revitalize and rejuvenate, whether you prefer to keep your body in motion or blissed out beneath the hands of a masterful masseuse.
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Four hours or less Sandpearl Resort Personal service is key here, from the resident greeter in the opulent lobby to the handwritten note on your bed at night courtesy of the turndown team. Private poolside cabanas that you can rent by the day include fans, couch, HDTV, a mini-fridge and deck with lounge chair; there’s also a private white-sand beach with chairs, umbrellas, a fire pit that is set alight nightly and a lagoon-style, temperature-controlled swimming pool. Then there’s the spa — indulge in a guiltfree Ice Cream Pedicure and chill out by dipping your dogs in chocolate, vanilla or strawberry (or, for the indecisive, Neapolitan), savoring a sorbet-like sugar scrub, then basking in a marshmallow cream mask. “Summer Duets,” a special available Sundays-Thursdays, pair up services like massages and body polishes, priced between $99 and $199.
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500 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater Beach, 800-724-1778, www.sandpearl.com. The Shores Resort & Spa Daytona The only Four Diamond Resort in Daytona, The Shores caters to Florida residents with year-round package offers that feature rock-bottom room rates, complimentary cocktails, assorted other perks — and perhaps best of all, discounted spa services. Whether it’s couples’ retreats, girls’ weekends — whatever you seek, they’ve got you covered. Combine treatments with other goodies, such as spa products and “SpaTinis,” for one super doable price, or, if you don’t want to put in a full day, pick just one treatment from the spa menu — like the Chocolate Raspberry Delight massage followed by a Peppermint Pedicure. Through the end of September, book any room at The Shores and get a free upgrade when available to an oceanview room. 2637 S. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach
Shores, 386-760-3651 or toll-free 866-3962217, www.shoresresort.com.
Under three hours Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina Benefiting from the Estero Island Beach Restoration Project, Pink Shell Resort’s beach is now five times wider than it was a year ago. Choose from a varied selection of accommodations, from Gulf-front suites to 1-bedroom villas to 2-bedroom beach villas with screened balconies. Pink Shell is an ideal choice for adventurers, who can paddle board, sail, sun, swim or sightsee via a WaveRunner tour, as well as landlubbers, who will appreciate the impressive Aquagëne Spa. The 6,000-square-foot facility has 12 treatment rooms, including a Couples Suite and a Eucalyptus Steam Room, plus monthly specials (at press time, that was $20 off any 50-minute treatment, as well as an Aquagëne Refresher Package,
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which includes multiple treatments for a discounted price). 275 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, 888-222-7465, www.pinkshell.com.
Under two hours Marco Island Marriott Resort & Spa A jaunt west to Marco Island may conjure images of lolling about, listening to surf gently lapping ashore. But enter the sprawling, bustling Marco Island Marriott and that perception goes out the window. Here, take wave-running tours of the 10,000 Islands, parasail, hit the tennis courts or the golf course, shop for everything from beachwear to jewelry in the elegant on-site stores, and of course, do the spa thing. The facility is a true sanctuary, with its own pool, a fitness studio and a boutique stocked with robes and wraps, skin- and hair-care products and cosmetics, aromatherapy and books.
Specials and packages are worth the price, especially Spa By Design — choose two 50-minute services for $230 — and Serenity at Sunrise or Sunset: book either a 50-minute Swedish massage or 50-minute Hydration Facial at 8 a.m. or 6 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and pay only $99. 400 South Collier Blvd., Marco Island, 239-394-2511, www.marcoislandmarriott.com. The Moorings Village at Islamorada When it’s a truly peaceful and unique experience you’re looking for, The Moorings Village Resort is where it’s at. Eighteen 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom cottages and homes dot the 18-acre former coconut plantation, located halfway between Miami and Key West. Lush foliage canopies the village, where the houses have their own individual driveways, porches and yards, fully stocked kitchens, dining and living rooms, and are all within a short walk of
restaurants, ice cream shops and a local market, The Trading Post. The Island Body & Sol Spa may be diminutive, but it boasts an array of treatments that rivals any resort spa, including a beachside massage (swimsuit required), facials, hair “rituals,” body polishes and, of course, manis and pedis, plus there’s a natural organic and “green” spa-tique so you can take a piece of paradise home. 123 Beach Road, Islamorada, 305-664-4708, www.themooringsvillage.com.
Under an hour Acqualina Resort & Spa The tallest building on Sunny Isles Beach, and definitely one of the most beautiful, Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach is all about luxury: marble bathrooms, shampoo in glass bottles with stoppers, granite and stainless kitchens — you get the picture. Now they’re offering a 3-for-2 Suite Deal, allowing guests to experience this opulent
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retreat for an extra night gratis through Oct. 31. The deal: luxury oceanfront accommodations, complimentary Internet access, free access to the resort’s biology-inspired AquaMarine Children’s Program and a daily $40 body or facial spa treatment credit for up to two adults at Acqualina Spa by ESPA, the crème de la crème of spas. Rates start at $575 per night for an Oceanfront Room and range to $1,700 per night for a Deluxe TwoBedroom Oceanfront Suite. 17875 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach, 305-918-8000, www.acqualinaresort.com.
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natch. Claim a chaise and simply raise your flag when you want a refill or a snack. Once you get the urge to actually move again, jump on a wave runner, grab a kayak or just walk the private beach. And when you’re ready for total relaxation, make an appointment (or book a whole day) at The Spa at Harbor Beach, one of the main attractions here. Take care of business with treatments such as the MD Alpha Beta Peel Facial, ensuring you’ll return from your vacation looking better than when you left, or simply pamper and primp, with one of over a dozen massages offered, like the musttry Signature Tropical Tiki Bliss, where heated bamboo is rolled and glided over your body. Enough said. 3030 Holiday Drive, Fort Lauderdale, 954-525-4000, www.marriottharborbeach.com.●
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Imoto
Picture a shot glass perched atop a mound of shaved ice. Within the glass is a colorful soup of shochu, ponzu and sriracha, a silver blue oyster and golden uni (raw sea urchin) garnished with tobico caviar and scallions. It’s almost too pretty to touch, but it’s down the hatch — and the sea and earth collide into one glorious dance on your tastebuds. Chef Clay Conley has done it again, as he continues to shake up Palm Beach with his distinct flair with flavors. The James Beard Award semifinalist and executive chef behind last year’s best new restaurant, būccan, has added another (award-winning) restaurant to his portfolio this year. Nestled in the space adjacent to būccan on South County Road in Palm Beach is Imoto, Conley’s version of a Japanese izakaya. Imoto, translated to mean “little sister,” continues būccan’s successful “small plate, big flavor” concept with Japanese and Asian-inspired cuisine. The menu is carefully balanced between tried-and-true sushi, sashimi and tempura dishes interspersed with Chef Conley’s innovative creations, all inspired by his time living and working in Japan. What sets Conley and his restaurants apart from — and ahead of — the rest is his emphasis on flavor. Each dish is carefully prepared to perfectly execute the delicate textures and tastes that exemplify this type of cuisine. If you stick to Conley’s signature dishes, your senses are in for a treat. After the delightfully balanced Wianno oyster shooter, wow yourself with the yellow-tail sashimi with grapefruit, avocado and toasted coconut and “mm mm” your way through the Peking duck tacos with plum sauce. Bring it all to a stunning crescendo with the tuna and fois gras slider with mango salsa. Feeling less adventurous? Even the California rolls are worth a drive here. While only seating 40, Imoto’s atmosphere is bright and energetic, even if the tables are close and cozy. Just keep a wary eye on your curious neighbors and their wandering chopsticks.
Imoto's tuna & foie gras slider with mango salsa
Imoto
350 South County Road Palm Beach 561-833-5522 www.imotopalmbeach.com
Imoto seats 40 in a bright, energetic - and cozy - space
PBCatch
The dearth of fine dining seafood restaurants in Palm Beach has been corrected considerably this year with the new PBCatch on Sunrise Avenue. PBCatch is not only beautifully decorated — with friendly, attentive service to match — but also features Chef Julien Gremaud's delightful selection of fresh, local fish and such customer favorites as steak and chicken. But it’s the raw bar and fantastic happy hour specials that get our applause. The raw bar boasts a great selection of fresh oysters, clams, crab and shrimp while the happy hour from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday not only offers $1 oysters, but two-for-one drink specials. Oysters and champers, anyone?
PBCatch
251 Sunrise Ave. Palm Beach 561-655-5558 www.pbcatch.com
Tanzy
Restaurateur Hamid Hashemi is no stranger to success, and his latest endeavor, Tanzy, in Boca Raton, provides more of the same. What we love about this artisanal Italian restaurant
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Chef Clay Conley at work at Imoto, just next door from his award-winning būccan in Palm Beach.
PBCatch's chilean seabass, caramelized soy infused bruxelles sprouts, enoki mushroom, glazed baby carrots and crispy leeks
Chef Julien Gremaud of PBCatch
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Tanzy's Parma Bar, featuring burrata from Puglia, with poached pear
Best Renewed Restaurant Tropical Acres Steakhouse
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is its overall concept. Hashemi knows that dinner and a movie go hand in hand, as he is also the visionary behind the iPic theater concept now sweeping the nation. Situated on the lower level of the new iPic theater in Boca Raton’s Mizner Park, Tanzy caters to movie goers and foodies alike. The decor hints at an enchanted forest, enhanced by unique textures and materials sourced from around the world. Executive Chef Angelo Morinelli emphasizes the freshest ingredients to execute The cocktails at each menu item to perfection. Much of the pasta Tanzy are created by is handmade, while the Parma Bar is a treat for in-house mixologist anyone yearning for a taste of southern Italy’s cured and sommelier meats, breads and mozzarella. House specialties Adam Seger. include a stunning beef carpaccio, enhanced with a simple touch of truffle oil and balanced by lovely fried capers, lemon and organic arugula. Tanzy also features creative cocktails concocted by Adam Seger, the award-winning in-house mixologist and sommelier. Seger uses herbs from the bar’s own herb garden to bring a unique flavor to each drink. For those looking for dinner and a movie, Tanzy provides a romantic atmosphere and fine-dining experience. An express menu that includes cocktails is available to movie-goers at the upstairs iPic theater.
Tanzy
Mizner Park 301 Plaza Real Boca Raton 561-922-6699 www.tanzyrestaurant.com/boca
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his Florida institution has been owned and operated by the same family since 1949 and has never wavered in its commitment to give customers the best value for the dollar. A fire in August of 2011 brought the thriving business to an abrupt halt and forced the Studiale family to close the restaurant’s doors for nearly eight months. The restaurant — with all of its Old World charm restored — reopened in March. In addition to a new kitchen and equipment, new booths and carpet were installed, and the false ceiling in the reception area has been replaced to show the original tongueand-groove wood panels. But other than that, the oldest steakhouse and seafood restaurant in Broward County has resumed what it had been doing best: providing a great and varied menu and friendly and attentive service at great value. The regulars are back for the steaks and the large sides of potatoes, while newcomers are discovering the essence of the way South Florida used to be with the restaurant’s special sea bass française and steak au poivre.
Tropical Acres Steakhouse 2500 Griffin Road Fort Lauderdale 954-989-2500 www.tropicalacres.com
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Josef's Table, at the Polo Shoppes in Boca Raton
Josef’s Table
Josef’s Table makes our list for its wholly satisfying and simply delicious Euro-fusion cuisine. Each dish takes its cue from Austrian-born Executive Chef Josef Schibanetz, who has cooked from Europe to South America. Based at the Polo Shoppes in Boca Raton, Josef’s Table features a menu stemming from Chef Josef’s Austro/Italian culinary roots that is sophisticated and contemporary, with a hint of nostalgia. Josef’s signature items include wild mushroom beef and barley soup, roasted maple-leaf duck, herb-crusted rack of lamb and, of course, wiener schnitzel. Pair any of these dishes with a fabulous bottle of wine selected by the in-house sommelier and top it off with the delicate apfel strudel topped with housemade ice cream, and, well, you just might have the urge to go into the kitchen and give Chef Josef a hug. This is comfort food, Boca style.
Ernie's Italian Chophouse Executive Chef Gary Wood and owner Ernie Patti
Josef’s Table
Polo Club Shoppes 5030 Champion Blvd. Boca Raton 561-353-2700 www.josefstable.com
Ernie’s Italian Chophouse
There are more than a few Italian restaurants in South Florida, and many offer veal osso buco; but Ernie’s Italian Chophouse’s osso buco is causing a stir in Lighthouse Point. The twin baby veal shanks are slow roasted to juicy perfection and served with a perfectly textured risotto Milanese. But it’s not only the osso buco that gets rave reviews, it’s nearly the entire authentic Italian menu. From the warm, crusty bread served with olives and a dipping sauce to the black linguini with shrimp and crab meat, to the grilled octopus tossed in a limoncello vinaigrette and served with cannelloni beans, Ernie’s delivers on freshness and flavor. The pasta is made fresh daily, the fish is fresh and the chocolate cake is excellent. In a sea of Italian joints, Ernie’s stands out for serving the most memorable Italian food in the area — a rather commendable achievement for a newly opened restaurant.
Ernie’s Italian Chophouse
3150 N. Federal Highway Lighthouse Point 954-781-0910 www.erniesitalianchophouse.com
Stéphane’s duck a l'orange
Stéphane’s
If you’ve ever spent time in the metropolises of France, you might be familiar with the popular chain restaurant Léon de Bruxelles and its delicious moules frites, prepared every which way and served in cast-iron pots. Here at home, Boca Raton residents are now enjoying mussels every which way — along with a casually elegant dining experience as only the French can do — courtesy of the new Stéphane’s. If those moules frites prepared provençal, Mumbai or American style — with bourbon, Virginia ham, corn, Golden’s mustard and crème fraiche — bring back memories, it may be a simple tribute to owner Stéphane Lang-Willar’s previous culinary success in Paris as the owner and operator of a Léon de Bruxelles. But Stéphane’s serves much more than mussels, offering such traditional and contemporary authentic French dishes as duck a l’orange served with potato cakes, carrot purée and cauliflower purée, Mediterranean sea bass with mushroom and rice pilaf, and a selection of pastas, salads and sandwiches. From the raw bar to the bouillabaisse, expertly paired with selections from the wine list created by master sommelier Virginia Philip, Stéphane’s is worth a drive for out-of-towners as well. Stumped on what to cook tonight? How about a juicy rotisserie chicken, vanilla crème brûlée and a bottle of wine from Stéphane’s gourmet curbside service? With an all-star staff from executive chef John Belleme to general manager Patrick Keenan, Stéphane’s gets our nod not only for its menu that emphasizes sustainability and hormone-free meats, but for its regular specials and service as well.
Stéphane’s
2006 NW Executive Center Circle Boca Raton 561-893-8838 www.stephanesrestaurant.com
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The wines of Spain are well made, plentiful - and a bargain. So why aren't they better known? BY BOB HOSMON Most Americans know, thanks to Messrs. Lerner and Loewe, that the “rain in Spain stays mainly in the plain,” but they may not know the largest country on Europe’s Iberian Peninsula is awash with wine. In every region - from Alicante to Galicia, from Catalonia to Jerez - Spanish wineries produce enough wine annually to rank third in the world in total production, after Italy and France (the United States is fourth). Spanish wines deserve your attention. One good place to begin is with the wines of Rioja. They are as universally food friendly as the wines of California, are available in most U.S. markets, offer a variety of options for the consumer, and are, arguably, the best wine bargains in the world. Located in northern Spain, the city of Logroño (south of Bilbao) is the capital of Rioja, and wine has been produced here for centuries. The principal grape grown in Rioja is tempranillo, and most of the best red wines are produced from that grape, sometimes completely and sometimes as a dominant grape in a blend. Even though tempranillo may have come from France centuries ago, for all practical purposes, the grape now qualifies as a Rioja native. Other grapes used in red wine production include garnacha tinta, mazuelo and graciano (another uniquely Spanish grape). And while Rioja is best known for its red wines, the region also produces some delightfully refreshing whites from viura, malvasia and garnacha blanca grapes. While location and grapes contribute to the quality of Rioja wines, it’s the wine laws here that provide consumers with very useful information and true value. By labeling their reds either crianza, reserva or gran reserva, Rioja winemakers quantify the minimum aging of the wine that’s in the bottle. To earn the label “crianza,” the wine must have spent a minimum of one year in wood barrels and one year in bottle before it’s shipped to market. “Reserva” wines must spend a minimum of one year in barrel and another two years in barrel and/or bottle. “Gran reserva” wines must spend a minimum of 2 years in wood and three years in bottle before they show up in your neighborhood wine shop. And that’s where the best bargain for the buck comes into play. Crianza wines are easy on the palate and the pocketbook, usually retailing for around $15 or less a bottle. Reservas and Gran Reservas, while carrying higher price tags, offer even better bangs for the buck, and all because the wineries have taken on the responsibility of doing the bottle aging for the consumer. When you buy it, it’s ready to drink. Consider that a 2011 gran reserva won’t be on the market until, at the earliest, 2016, when it’s five years old. Try finding a five year old cabernet from California that’s still on the shelves. I once asked a Rioja bodega owner how the wineries could afford to hold on to that inventory, in essence sitting on a lot of capital they won’t see for years. His response was that tradition in Rioja was the reason the wines were so successful, and I got the impression that he would have no more considered changing that than he would dumping his wine into the nearby Ebro River. Some 200 Rioja wine brands are available in the U.S. market, and these are just a sampling of some I suggest you try (you won’t be sorry): Conde de Valdemar, Bodegas Ontañón, Bodegas Muriel, CVNE (Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España), Bodegas Muga, Marqués de Murrieta, Marqués de Riscal, Marqués de Cáceres, Bodegas Lan, Bodegas José Palacios, La Rioja Alta, Bodegas Bilbaínas, Bodegas Beronia, Bodegas Riojanas and Bodegas Baigorri.
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dining guide EDITOR’S NOTE: Restaurants in the dining guide were reviewed by fine dining writers Chan Lowe (C.L.), Rebecca Cahilly (R.C.), Danny Sanchez (D.S.), Charlyne Schaub (C.S.), Judith Stocks (J.S.) and John Tanasychuk (J.T.) – except those noted with a } , where the information was provided by the restaurant.
BROWARD } Bimini Boatyard Bar & Grill
1555 SE 17th St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-5257400. A breezy, tropical waterfront destination serving remarkably fresh seafood cuisine infused by our Caribbean Wood-Fired Grill. Celebrating 23 years as Fort Lauderdale’s Premier Waterfront Dining Experience, The Boatyard is cool and colorful with a casual atmosphere, where great marina views abound whether dining or imbibing indoors or at our famous Patio Bar. Dockage available. Open for lunch, dinner and an amazing Sunday Brunch, which has over 100 items on the Buffet with a “Build-Your-Own” Bloody Mary Bar, every Sunday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Happy Hour EVERYDAY 4-8 p.m. Call 954525-7400, www.biminiboatyard.com.
Bistro Mezzaluna 1821 SE 10th Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954522-9191.Despite its name, this is a solid American restaurant with just a few Italian touches. Come for steaks, seafood and pasta. Expensive-very expensive. Lunch, dinner. Reviewed 6/29/12. – J.T. }Hollywood Prime 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Lobby of The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, Hollywood, 954-6028347. Tempt your palate at Hollywood Prime, The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa’s AAA Four-Diamond Rated steakhouse. Delicious offerings include the finest cuts of beef including 21-day, dry-aged beef - as well as Long Island Duck and Domestic Rack of Lamb. Seafood lovers’ delectable selections include 3.5-pound live Maine lobster poached in butter; swordfish loin and salmon filet. The restaurant won Wine Spectator’s 2011 Best of Award of Excellence. Treat yourself to main courses ranging from $29.95 to $125 in a comfortable, contemporary setting of 15 tables. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30 p.m.
Asian } Via Luna
The Ritz-Carlton, One Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-465-2300. Via Luna (“Moon’s Path” in Italian) is the new, sexy oceanfront spot in Fort Lauderdale. It’s absolutely worth a visit for the best Italian grill cuisine, whether it’s a casual business lunch,
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a beautiful dinner or the most elaborate Sunday Brunch in town. Whether you choose the spaghetti pomodoro ($16), a recipe Chef de Cuisine Jason Coperine borrowed from his Sicilian grandmother; Italian Flat Breads or the hand-selected, hand-cut beef from a local butcher, the menu items are as delicious and approachable as the prices, making it an everyday Italian restaurant, not just a special occasion locale. Start with Happy Hour every day from 4-7 p.m. for a mouthwatering “10 for $10” – a selection of gourmet Bar Bites and signature cocktails for just $10 each.
Cuban/Spanish } Mario’s Catalina Restaurant
1611 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, 954-563-4141. Step into Mario’s Catalina Restaurant and you instantly feel the hustle of the city fade. Soothing colors, soft lighting, crisp linens and fragrant aromas all conspire to transport you to a more tranquil setting. While Catalina’s ambience is undeniably appealing, dining out really is all about the food! That’s why co-owner and chef Mario Flores went to great lengths to create a menu of Spanish and Cuban dishes that complement each other. The result: authentic Latin food masterfully prepared. Add to that attentive service and a chilled glass of simply the best Sangria in town, and you’re well on your way to a memorable experience! Open seven days for lunch, dinner, www.catalinarestaurant.net.
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American Chops Lobster Bar Royal Palm Place, 101 Plaza Real S., Boca Raton, 561-395-2675, www. ChopsLobsterBar.com. A deservedly popular restaurant that gives equal attention to both prime steaks and seafood. The service is professional and refined, but always friendly. Exquisite wine list, at every price point. Reviewed 6/24/11. – J.T. } Stéphane’s
2006 NW Executive Center Circle, Boca Raton, 561-893-8838, located just off Glades Road, www.stephanesrestaurant. com. Boca Raton’s chic new restaurant and lounge brings to life a menu of sophisticated yet affordably priced American and French favorites. Leaving no detail unnoticed, Stéphane’s innovative iPad menus offer a unique wine pairing feature in addition to a stellar specialty cocktail selection, giving guests the ultimate fine dining experience. Monday | Mussel Lovers • Wednesday | Girls Night Out 6-8 p.m. • Friday & Saturday | Open until 1 a.m. • Saturday & Sunday | Champagne Brunch • Daily | “Bites” menu from 4-6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to close • Complimentary valet parking. For reservations, call 561-893-8838.
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Seafood } 15th Street Fisheries
and Dockside Cafe 1900 SE 15th St., Fort Lauderdale, 954763-2777. Visit 15th Street Fisheries for an unforgettable waterfront dining experience in an authentic marina. The Fisheries, at Lauderdale Marina, provides fantastic food and fun along the Intracoastal Waterway near Port Everglades. Dine in a relaxing old-time Florida seafood house. Step out onto the docks to feed the tarpon! The Fisheries was voted “Best Waterfront Restaurant in South Florida” in a 2011 Sun Sentinel readers’ poll.
} Pellegrino’s Ristorante 3360 N. Federal Highway (Boca Plaza), Boca Raton, 561-368-5520, www. pellegrinosofboca.com. If the Rat Pack had a favorite Italian restaurant, Pellegrino’s would be it! This charming, intimate restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine the way it was meant to be. Everyone from celebrities to sports figures have lined up to discover the family’s homemade recipes that have made the Pellegrino restaurant a legend for almost 13 years in Florida! Voted one of the top 100 restaurants in South Florida by the Sun Sentinel, Pellegrino’s also received a 4-star rating by Judith Stocks, Sun Sentinel; and is Zagat rated.
out about
Armani/Casa Miami Grand Opening: Massimo Melchiorre, Vanessa Alleyne and Stephen Tulloch of the Detroit Lions. Armani/Casa Miami Grand Opening: Romina Nabhen and Amaris Jones.
Artefacto Home Celebrates 10 years in Miami: Kirsten Petzoldj & Uli Petzold.
The 10th annual A Taste of Italy dinner and auction at Casa D’Angelo Ristorante: Mary Marx and Mark Snead.
The 10th annual A Taste of Italy dinner and auction at Casa D’Angelo Ristorante: Chef Angelo Elia and Robert Radice.
Jean-Charles Zufferey, VP Breguet; Scott and Maxine King, of King Jewelers; and Rodolphe M. Schulthes,VP Breguet, at King Jewelers showroom in Aventura.
The 10th annual A Taste of Italy dinner and auction at Casa D’Angelo Ristorante: Sheriff Al Lamberti and Aggie Pappas.
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RLife LIVE event at Eden Roc Renaissance in Miami Beach: Arianne Brown and David Siguaw.
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Fort Lauderdale Diving Team returns home from Zone Championships in Dallas with an average of 100 percent: Back row: Dave Burgering, head coach; Luke Stivers and Evan Linette, assistant coach. Front Row: Johanna Holloway, Zachary Allen, Lyle Hayes-Macaluso and Devin Nugent.
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Night in Roma, benefiting the Tony Segreto Athletics Scholarship Fund, at Nova Southeastern University: Lisa Crawford, Founder and CEO of SitInMySeats VIP Tickets, Travel and Concierge Services, and her husband, Ken Crawford, with coach Howard Schnellenberger.
Mad Men star Jon Hamm and Robin and Mark Levinson, co-owners of Levinson Jewelers on Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale, at the launch party for Bulgari’s new OCTO Collection in Rome.
Club 2-1-1 Summer kick-off connecting event at Truluck’s: Sheila Smith, CEO of 211 Broward; with Kathleen Cannon, CEO of United Way of Broward County.
Kids In Distress Dinner with Philanthropists, presented by Signature Grand and The Wasie Foundation: Tiffani and Mark Dhooge, CEO of Kids In Distress, with Jen Klaassens of The Wasie Foundation and Steve Palmer of Stiles Corporation.
Sanctuary Medical Center in Boca Raton raises more than $2,000 for Breast Cancer Research: Bridget Seamen, Erika Iding, Dr. Allison Schwedelson.
Opustone Natural Stone Distributor’s Antolini Signature Stone Seminar, benefitting Habitat for Humanity of Greater Miami: Tanya Dorer, Roxana Matticoli and Allen Saunders.
Opustone Natural Stone Distributor’s Antolini Signature Stone Seminar, benefitting Habitat for Humanity of Greater Miami: Rafael Amuchastegui and Brian Liska.
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Girls Night Out in Boca Raton at Stéphane’s American & French Cuisine Restaurant, featuring Jamie’s Boutique: Amanda Lee,Gaby Levin and Erica Crego.
Marine Industry Cares Foundation Spina-thon raises more than $150,000 for Kids In Distress and Children’s Diagnostic & Treatment Center: David Reed, Jeff Lowe, Elizabeth Weiss and Mark Dhooge.
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Friends of Museum of Discovery & Science Sunset SoirĂŠe: Shabnam Alibhai, Patrick Flynn and Janet Buhl.
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Glam-A-THON Pink Bubble Bash, kicking off its Corporate Challenge. The sixth annual Glam Doll 6WUXW EHQHĂ&#x20AC;WLQJ breast cancer research, will be Oct. 13 in downtown Fort Lauderdale: Judith Honorowski, Glam-ATHON board member and Nathalie Rodriguez, WMIA-93.9FM.
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art letters From The Norton Museum of Art's Clubs, Joints and HonkyTonks exhibition of photography: Erykah Badu, photographed by David Scheinbaum at the Sunshine Theatre, Albuquerque, N.M., Jan. 20, 2003. Gelatin silver print. Edition 1AP, courtesy of the artist.
ONE FOR THE STAGES
Is the place we listen to music as important as the music itself? We speak of “music to our ears,” but the “musical experience” can encompass all the senses. Just ask those who attended Woodstock, the 1969 music festival in upstate New York that helped shape the attitudes of a generation. Images of Woodstock by Elliott Landy are among the 75 photographs in Clubs, Joints and Honky-Tonks, at the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach. Other noted photographers, including Jeff Dunas, David Scheinbaum and Henry Horenstein, take visitors through a visual odyssey of rock, country music, hip-hop and blues. The exhibition, which runs through Sept. 30, concentrates not so much on the singers and musicians, but rather the audiences and the venues that add vitality and flavor to musical presentations. Says curator Tim B. Wride, “This complex interweaving and reconciliation of performance, environment and image-making could only be achieved by photographers whose understanding and passion for the music is matched by the creativity and courage of their talent.”
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