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ana Carvey is talking about his Saturday Night Live characters metal-head Garth of Wayne’s World and the sanctimonious Church Lady. “They’re both here right now, by the way,” he says by phone from Marin County, Calif. “Did you ever see Alfred Hitchcock’s movie Psycho? I’m wearing the Church Lady dress right now,” he says. Well, isn’t that special? Whatever would possess the comedian – scheduled to perform at the Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance Feb. 25 – to don women’s clothing for a conversation with City & Shore? Hmmm…Let me think…I don’t know…could it be…SATAN? It’s a tribute to Carvey that his religious talk show maven and her reverberating condemnations, launched on SNL some 25 years ago, still resonate today. When the comic appeared as a guest host on the show last year, Church Lady found ready victims in the Kardashian sisters and Jersey Shore’s Snooki, portrayed by cast members eager to be on Church Chat. “Bobby Moynihan, who played Snooki, said it was the highlight of his life. He trick-or-treated as the Church Lady,” Carvey says. Keeping the holier-than-thou character relevant is just too easy these days, Carvey adds. “There are so many reality shows and freaks out there to make fun of. She could have Charlie Sheen on her show. It’s a better time for her.” During Carvey’s standup act audience members often shout out requests for his Saturday Night Live alter egos and impressions, and that’s fine with him. He likens the clamor for his familiar characters to requests for hit songs from popular musicians. “I always say the only thing worse about a band having a lot of hit songs is a band with no hits…With standup, I just filter it through and layer them in there…For me it’s great to have those hits because I get to sell out theaters,” he says, laughing. His standup is no nostalgia act, however. He keeps it interesting and up-todate with political satire, slice-of-life observations and rapid-fire impressions. “I can make it as sophisticated as I want. I have nothing to lose anymore,” he
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of The Trouser Shop and heading to two plastic chairs on the sidewalk. He was wearing striped shorts – red, black, green, white, yellow, pink – and a tape measure around the neck of his polo shirt. “When I bought the store this was a four-lane road,” he said, referring to Atlantic Avenue inches from our elbows. “There were wires up above.” That was in 1985. Today, two of the lanes are used for parking, which slows the traffic and allows passengers to take in, among other things, the hats hanging from Gimmy’s awning. It also makes for quieter sidewalk chats. And now the only things crossing the blue Florida skies are the branches of oak trees. The mastermind behind the transformation, everyone will tell you, was Chris Brown, director of the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency through most of the 90s. I had walked Atlantic Avenue numerous times, and had always been intrigued by The Trouser Shop, which squeezes next to a newsstand – both businesses standing like throwbacks, defiant survivors in the middle of a reenergized and increasingly aromatic street. Delray Beach has become a popular place for dining out – literally, as the tables of restaurants, cafes, bars and yogurt shops run the length of Atlantic Avenue. There are over 100 places to eat on the boulevard – cheesesteaks, cupcakes, meatballs, lobster rolls – and on NE Second Avenue in Pineapple Grove. But sprinkled among them, providing continuity and perhaps the key to the city’s extraordinary success, are homey mainstays of Old Delray. Saying goodbye to Gimmy, I headed east and walked under the maroon-and-yellow awnings of The Colony Hotel. The dimlylit lobby was painted turquoise and coral, shades that managed cityandshore.com
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Lake Wales This hamlet is the home of Chalet Suzanne, a hotel that appears like a Toyland in central Florida. The landmark has been in the same family since its opening in 1931. It has 26 rooms, a landing strip for private planes, a celebrated restaurant, and the Little Swedish Bar, whose dark, intimate interior makes it one of Florida’s great, if modest, watering holes. And not far away from the chalet stands the famous Bok Tower, a 205-foot carillon that lords over a garden designed by Frederick Law Olmsted Jr.
Speaking of gators. This is Florida’s only pure college town (Tallahassee’s got legislators to go with its professors) and watching a football game in The Swamp is a riveting autumn ritual. The stately buildings of the campus conjure up images of an Ivy League school that has been plopped down among palms and live oak trees. Outside of town, to the north and south, are many of the state’s over 700 springs, providing relief from exams and other grim facts of life.
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it’s old. In this country, if you’re talking cities, you don’t get any older. But what surprises visitors is how the place is evocative not just of the 1600s, with its narrow streets and its Castillo de San Marcos, but also of the late 1800s, when Henry Flagler arrived to build the train, and the hotels, that would transform the state. The Alcazar is now a museum, and the Ponce de Leon houses Flagler College, but it’s still possible to spend a night in the Casa Monica (formerly Cordova) built in 1888.
that ends in 12, travel writer Thomas Swick shares a dozen Florida treasures to explore in the new year.
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njoying a fine dining experience doesn’t always mean you have to arrange for a babysitter, make reservations months in advance at a trendy new hot spot, and hope your precious two hours out will yield a perfect blend of fivestar service, breathtaking atmosphere and a gourmet meal worth writing home about. As anyone who enjoys good food knows, it’s not just about sustenance; it’s about the experience, and sometimes eating out fails to deliver on all fronts. This month, we had a ball discovering fabulous ways to have an equally fabulous fine dining experience on any budget — all without ever setting foot in a restaurant. Besides, this is not the time of year to sit indoors, so dust off your picnic basket, break out the wedding china, or simply grab a couple of wine glasses and join us … we’re going fine dining à la carte. GOURMET PICNIC WITH MUSICAL ACCOMPANIMENT While most states offer an outdoor concert series during the summer months, we get to enjoy them year-round. Somewhat of a well-kept secret known only to locals, the SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch series in Fort Lauderdale is one of the best ways to enjoy our delightful weather, some cool jazz and a lazy picnic on the riverbank. Meandering along the Las Olas Riverwalk, the jazz brunch is held the first Sunday of each month and features musical talent performing from four
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A well-to-do city that puts its money into culture. The opera house draws crowds during the season, and the renowned John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art spawned the Ringling International Arts Festival, which takes place in October and enjoys the participation of Mikhail Baryshnikov. The Selby Library downtown offers a rich selection of programs along with its excellent collection of books. A few blocks away, a lively farmer’s market takes place every Saturday morning.
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These piggyback islands are synonymous with the seashore – though one where collectors set their alarm clocks early in order to be the first on the beach to search for shells. They are also conveniently close to lesser known spits of land like Pine Island (with the gallery-rich town of Matlacha), Cabbage Key (home of the homey Cabbage Key Inn), Cayo Costa (uninhabited but sprinkled with cabins and camping areas) and, a ways to the south, Marco Island. Across the bridge sits Cape Coral, with its over 400 miles of canals, and not far away are Naples (more art) and Fort Myers, spring training home of the Boston Red Sox and the Minnesota Twins. A place for those who just can’t wait until April.
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Apalachicola A quiet gateway to the Panhandle, built at the mouth of the Apalachicola River. Oysters are what it’s known for – a few town driveways are paved with crushed shells – and the shrimp aren’t bad either, as you’ll probably surmise sitting at Boss Oyster and seeing the shrimp boats docked outside. The Florida Seafood Festival – billed as the state’s “oldest maritime event” (this year’s will be the 49th) – takes place here every November. And in the middle of town sits The Gibson Inn, with wrap-around porches and a widow’s walk around a cupola.
The Keys Strung together by bridges, these are the islands of escape, of water and sky, of boating and fishing, of eating and drinking. As soon as you enter Key Largo, you’ve left the mainland behind, and with it your habitual way of being. Whether you’re staying at a luxury resort in Islamorada or paddling in a kayak around mangrove islands, you’ve entered the world of relax. At the end of the road sits the capital of resignation: Key West. Though once a day people drum up enough energy to celebrate the sunset.
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but then you miss out on the changing landscapes of I-95 or, if you’ve really got time, the hodgepodge of beach towns along the coast. (It’s too late to catch a shuttle launch, but the Kennedy Space Center on Merritt Island still welcomes visitors.) By the time you reach your destination you’ll feel as if you’ve traveled to another state – and you just about have. Here, the live oak trees drip with Spanish moss and the breakfast eggs are accompanied by grits. You have driven north to visit the South, and one of the prettiest towns in Florida: Fernandina Beach. Just off the main street, one of the state’s oldest lodgings – the Florida House Inn – is back in business (after being closed for a spell) and you can spend your nights in the same room José Martí slept in when he was a guest here in 1893.
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OUR NEW MONTHLY FEATURE TRAVELS TO DELRAY BEACH, WHERE WE SAMPLE THE BEST IN DINING, ENTERTAINMENT AND THINGS TO DO. (WITH OCCASIONAL STOPS FOR REFRESHMENT)
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different stages, as well as plenty of grassy, pleasantly shaded areas to spread a blanket, open a bottle of wine and break out a baguette and some pâté. With the shops of Las Olas only minutes away, it’s easy to find everything you need to enjoy a gourmet family picnic. For us, a picnic centers around wine, cheese and bread, and we can’t get enough of the fresh baked breads, pastries and mini pecan pies from Gran Forno (www.granforno.com). For the wine and cheese, our new favorite is Cheese Culture, (www.cheese-culture. com) where proprietors Susan and Mitchell Phipps will guide you in your exploration of everything fromage, as well as suggest the perfect wine pairing. Knowing our penchant for blue cheeses, Susan recommended Valdeón, a Spanish blue that is salty and sharp, but creamy and approachable for most. This cheese is encased in sycamore maple leaves and is, as Susan puts it, “a real stunner!” We had just secured a warm, freshly baked baguette from Gran Forno, so Susan recommended a little French number called “Epoisses” for a softer, spreadable cheese. “This one looks like a darling little pastry but it packs a strong punch,” she warned. The rind has been soaked in brandy and, once punctured, oozes with a pungent smell but delicious creaminess — perfect for spreading on our fresh bread and washed down with a lovely 2008 Willamette Valley Vineyards pinot noir. Because we have a three-year-old cannoli connoisseur in the family, we never pass up an opportunity to pick up a few mini cannolis from Pan’E Dolce’s master pastry chef, Roberto Pacella, (www.panedolci.net). A visit to see the exquisite chocolate creations courtesy of Schakolad is also a must when on Las Olas (www.schakolad.com/chocolate), or, when picnicking with a larger crowd, how about a couture cake from East End Eats (www.eastendeatscafe.com) or a couple of lunch boxes from Eten Food Company across the street, (www.etenfood.com). Either way, you won’t be disappointed. If your picnic basket isn’t full enough already, leave room for some goodies from Mediterranean Market, a high-end meat and seafood market serving prepared sandwiches, bread, wine, pâté and cheeses for the complete picnic experience (www. shopmedmarket.com). Or, simply stop at the Gourmet Farmers’ Market — every Sunday on Las Olas and 12th Avenue — for local fruits, vegetables, cheeses, breads, honey, spices, and much more, including pies. Now all that’s left to do is grab your special someone, your children or well behaved dog, and a couple of friends and head over to the riverfront for a truly gourmet picnic lunch.
Break out of the binds of conventional dining and embrace a do-it-yourself attitude with these exciting and unique ideas from Fine Dining writer Rebecca Cahilly for creating a dining experience à la carte.
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St. Petersburg-Tampa (usually said in the same breath, but really should count as two). Florida’s sister cities. Tampa’s Ybor City, once a neighborhood of abandoned cigar factories and struggling shops, has been revived with restaurants and clubs, while its ageless Columbia restaurant retains the feel of Old Havana. Outside the neighborhood, Bern’s Steak House continues to attract crowds with high-quality meats and a wine list longer than some novels. (And how often do you get to move to another room to eat dessert?) Across the bay, St. Petersburg is also experiencing a renaissance, with a burgeoning downtown and a new building for its worldrenowned Dali Museum. Meanwhile, two of the state’s great hotels – the Don CeSar on St. Pete Beach and the Vinoy downtown – continue their majestic reigns in pink. cityandshore.com
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A VERY GOOD YEAR We know we will drink well whenever Shari Gherman joins the table. “I brought a surprise,’’ says Gherman, president of South Florida’s home-grown American Fine Wine Competition. “Two surprises, actually.” She smiles and opens an insulated wine bag – the kind you’d expect the president of a fine wine competition to have – and places a 2008 Chamisal Chardonnay on the corner table at Ristorante Sapori in Boca Raton. “Best of Show at last year’s competition in Fort Lauderdale,’’ she reminds. Then, without another word of introduction, she reverently places a 2006 Insignia from Joseph Phelps on the table beside it. We’re all smiling now – even the waiters – looking at a wine Robert Parker rated 95+ points, and conceded “a superb effort.’’ No further words are necessary. (Just stemware). We open the chardonnay first, and over steaming bowls of Sapori Chef Marco Pindo’s succulent gnocchi with clams, lobster and scallops, the talk ranges from what the AFWC president drank with turkey over the holidays (Mary Edwards Pinot Noir) to the upcoming American Fine Wine Competition Gala Dinner (April 19 this year at the Boca Raton Resort & Club) to the best ways to preserve a bottle of wine after it's been open for awhile. “In order of preference,’’ Gherman says, “would be to, one, drink the bottle so there’s none left to preserve. Two, use Private Preserve Wine Preservation System [which uses an inert gas to cover the wine in the bottle]; and three, just cork it.’’ Moot point, really, since soon there’s not enough chardonnay left to drink, to preserve or to cork. We open the Insignia next, and over a plate of Chef Pindo’s excellent branzino, the talk shifts to how to preserve other recently opened, perishable products – including a tricky one: champagne. “Take a silver spoon, slide the end down the neck of the bottle and refrigerate,” I suggest, an old trick learned from the family in France. “The leftover will still have fizz in the morning.’’ “I don’t understand,’’ Gherman says. “Why would there ever be any champagne leftover?” Excellent point. (The kind you’d expect the president of a fine wine competition to make). With espressos on the way, the talk turns to how Gherman will be keeping the fizz in this year’s fifth American Fine Wine Competition, which over the past four years has raised more than $430,000 for local charities. (This year’s charity will be The Diabetes Research Institute and the Golden Bell Education Foundation). “More wines,” she smiles, “over 600 by invitation only in the contest. Plus Emeril Lagasse will be preparing dinner live on stage at the Boca Raton Resort & Club, saxophonist Dayve Stewart and The Vibe will entertain and Alan Kalter [from the Letterman show] will be the auctioneer.’’ Sure signs of fizz at the American Fine Wine Competition. Sure signs that 2012 will be an excellent year. Magazines, of course, are perishable products, too; and we’re offering a bit of refreshment this issue with City & Shore. You’ll see it in Art Director Anderson Greene’s redesigned pages throughout, including a new special section – called HOME – a one-stop feature devoted to home décor, design, improvements and real estate; in a new monthly feature focusing on things to do in some of our cities and in some enhancements to our web page, www.cityandshore.com. All improvement in the magazine we hope will make 2012 an excellent year for you, too. —Mark Gauert mgauert@cityandshore.com
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The world’s premier classical Chinese dance company. SHEN YUN. For Chinese, the words evoke a sense of wonder, magic, and the divine. To audiences who have seen it, they recall the experience of a lifetime—a moment so powerfully beautiful it touches the soul. Discover the glory of a fantastically rich culture, that of classical China, brought to life through brilliantly choreographed dance and mesmerizing, all-original orchestral compositions. Magnificently costumed dancers—the world’s elite— move in poetic arrangements that evoke pastoral beauty, imperial drama, and the glory of an ancient civilization. This season, discover what art was meant to be. Discover Shen Yun.
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“The Wine Event of the Year” THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2012 BOCA RATON RESORT & CLUB Starring
Chef Emeril Lagasse Announcer Alan Kalter Dayve Stewart & The Vibe • SIGNATURE “SPARKLING RECEPTION” • 600 COMPETITION WINES WILL BE POURED TABLESIDE • FOUR COURSES WITH THE MAIN COURSE PREPARED LIVE ON STAGE BY CHEF EMERIL LAGASSE. • ENTERTAINMENT FEATURING DAYVE STEWART AND THE VIBE. • BENEFITING THE DIABETES RESEARCH INSTITUTE AND THE GOLDEN BELL EDUCATION FOUNDATION • LIVE “LIFESTYLE” AUCTION BY ALAN KALTER To buy tickets go to www.americanfinewinecompetition.com or scan
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Thursday, March 22, 2012 Consumer Challenge
Taking place at Bogart’s in Boca Raton and emceed by Chardonnay lover, Jeff “Defo” Deforrest from 940 WINZ, the Consumer Challenge takes an exciting twist on the common wine tasting. Eight stations of hand selected wines from Crown Wine
& Spirits and a special table pouring wines from the AFWC, along with lots of specially prepared food by Bogart’s, and creative, wine-inspired activities by our sponsors, will be available for all to enjoy. Most exciting, 12 lucky guests will be selected to take a seat at the AFWC Panel Table. Each Panelist will be challenged to identify 10 glasses of wine for the Grand Prize- Two tickets to the 2012 AFWC Gala on April 19th. Think YOU can win? Tickets- $35; a portion is donated to the Youth Automotive Training Center.
Thursday, April 19 2012 Gala at Boca Resort
starring Chef Emeril Lagasse, Alan Kalter, & over 600 Fabulous American Wines. The AFWC Gala begins with the Signature “Sparkling Reception”, featuring the sparkling and white wines from the competition, the silent auction, and exciting entertainment. Throughout
dinner, over 600 competition wines will be poured tableside to guests by 50 volunteer “Wine Angels.” Five courses will be served (including the reception) with the main course being prepared live on stage by Chef Emeril Lagasse. Eight lucky guests will be selected from a lottery benefiting the charities, to join Chef Emeril onstage while he cooks. They will be treated to a tasting and served wine by their private Wine Angel. Once Chef Emeril concludes his demonstration, dinner will be served, and the entertainment begins again featuring Dayve Stewart and the Vibe. Benefiting the Diabetes Research Institute and the Golden Bell Education Foundation, the “Lifestyle” live auction will be presided over by Alan Kalter (announcer for Late Night with David Letterman). The Silent Auction features all 600+ wines signed by the winemakers. 100% of auction proceeds go to the charities as does a % of ticket sales.
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The Sixth Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance revs up with Carvey, Cobras and even more hot cars BY ELIZABETH RAHE Rick Case says you can’t just ask people to give money for charity over and over – you have to give them a show. For the past five years the founder of Fort Lauderdale’s Rick Case Automotive Group and his team have put on quite a show for the Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance. In the process, they have raised more than $8 million for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. This year’s three-day celebration, Feb. 24-26, is an even bigger show, featuring expanded displays of antique, vintage, classic and new exotic cars, plus motorcycles, boats and planes; auctions of automobiles and luxury items; and a gala featuring comedian Dana Carvey. This sixth Concours honors the upcoming 100th Anniversary of the Aston Martin and the 50th Anniversary of the Shelby Cobra, which cityandshore.com
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Feb. 24 – DuPont Registry Live! Hangar Party, 6-9 p.m. at the Boca Raton Airport, $50. The party will be twice as big this year, with more space to display exotic cars, custom motorcycles, extravagant boats, private jets, vintage aircraft and luxury motor coaches. The evening will feature tastings from 20-plus South Florida restaurants, wine tastings, live entertainment and cocktails. Feb. 25 – Concours d’Elegance Grand Gala dinner and auction featuring Dana Carvey at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. Reception and silent auction 5:30-7 p.m.; dinner, live auction and show 7-10 p.m. Tickets $500 and up. Carroll Shelby, legendary race car driver, automotive designer and founder of Shelby American Inc., will receive the Automotive Lifetime Achievement Award. Guests may bid on limited-edition 50 th Anniversary Shelby Cobras and Shelby Mustangs plus new exotic cars. Feb. 26 – The Boca Raton Concours d’ Elegance, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Boca Raton Resort & Club, $50; event with Concours d’Gourmet, $75. The show field is nearly twice the size this year to display more vintage, antique and classic automobiles and motorcycles. At the Concours d’Gourmet guests also can enjoy fine food, wines and cocktails from South Florida restaurants. There will be a special tribute to the Shelby Cobra and Aston Martin, with original Shelby Cobras, Mustangs and memorabilia as well as Aston Martin vehicles. Milhous Museum Auction: The weekend includes an auction of the entire collection of vintage automobiles, mechanical musical instruments and Americana collected by Bob and Paul Milhous and meticulously preserved in their Milhous Museum in Boca Raton. (For registered bidders and their guests only; visit www.rmauctions.com for more information.) Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance, Feb. 24-26, 954-537-1010, www.bocaratonconcours.com. 32
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Naples Botanical Garden hosts sculptors and sculpture from Zimbabwe More than 200 sculptures coaxed from tons of African stone by dozens of Zimbabwean artists soon will populate the verdant pathways of Naples Botanical Garden. ZimSculpt, an exhibition and sale that runs from Feb. 17-April 21, also will feature two of the artists, Passmore Mupindiko and Patrick Sephani, who will be on-site carving in the garden. Their work represents an ancient tradition of sculpting in Zimbabwe – the very name translates as “great stone house” in the Shona language. Rich in symbolism, the works have a contemporary quality, drawing inspiration from modern life as well as natural, traditional and spiritual themes. Mupindiko, who first began carving to support his family after his father died, focuses on nature – stylized Guinea fowl, leaf-bowls (for attracting birds) and shells. Sephani, whose brother Jim is also a sculptor, often carves the female form in works that elicit wide-ranging moods and emotions. The exhibit kicks off Feb. 17 with a Garden Party celebration ($250), which includes a strolling cocktail reception and a chance to meet the sculptors, followed by an elegant dinner. The setting, Naples Botanical Garden, is worth a visit itself, encompassing 170 acres of gardens representing tropical and subtropical climes around the world, plus Florida habitats, a hands-on children’s garden and a butterfly garden. ZimSculpt at Naples Botanical Garden, Feb. 18-April 21, 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples, 239-643-7275, www.naplesgarden.org. — Elizabeth Rahe
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Win, place and showroom Allied Kitchen & Bath wins an ASID award
Allied Kitchen & Bath, an upscale Fort Lauderdale design and remodeling showroom, has
been honored by the American Society of Interior Designers Florida South Chapter with the 2011 Industry Partner Design Award for Multiple Line Showroom – Outside a Design Center. Jeffrey Gillis, ASID spokesman, would not divulge how many companies competed in this annual Design Excellence contest, but he says “This was the largest amount of entries ever.” “We are honored to receive this award from ASID for our showroom,” says Bill Feinberg, president and co-owner of Allied Kitchen & Bath. “This is recognition of what was once a dream and is now a reality for us.” The 15,000-square-foot showroom contains more than 50 kitchen and bath vignettes and an extensive display of cabinetry, countertops, closet systems, appliances, tile, decorative plumbing and decorative hardware. Allied Kitchen & Bath Bath, 616 W. Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, 954-564-1611, www.alliedkitchenandbath.com. —Charlyne Varkonyi Schaub
A special-edition Dan Marino watch helps a special cause One lucky football fan is sporting a piece of the game on his wrist courtesy of the Graham-London Silverstone Stowe Dan Marino special edition watch. The distinctive blue-and-orange watch features a 48mm steel case, a sporty orange-accented black band, Marino’s iconic number 13 in the sub-seconds dial and a signature from Marino himself on the back. Levinson Jewelers and Graham-London donated the unique timepiece for a charity auction at the 11th annual Dan Marino Cigar & Wine Dinner, which helped raise over $40,000 for the Dan Marino Foundation, designed to benefit children with special needs. “It was a wonderful evening with a group of people who really care about the Dan Marino Foundation,” said Robin Levinson, co-owner of the Fort Lauderdale jeweler. “[We are] proud to have supported the Dan Marino Foundation by raising hundreds of thousands of dollars through the years,” added co-owner Mark Levinson. “We believe in the mission of the Foundation and all of their team. They make magic happen for all the children they serve at the Center.” The Dan Marino Foundation has raised over $31 million to date, helping to fund medical research, the Miami Children’s Hospital Dan Marino Center and various programs. — Valerie Nahmad Schimel The winning bid: $31,000 (from a bidder who chose to remain anonymous) for this special edition Dan Marino watch. Proceeds went to the Dan Marino Foundation.
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Longtime bond underpins the MS Gala & Fashion Show Behind the 29 th MS Gala & Fashion Show,
behind the scores of designer fashions sent down the runway over the years, the thousands of luncheons served, the more than $5 million raised, there’s a story of deep and committed friendship. It’s the story of Carol Lasek, the MS Hope Award honoree at the Jan. 12, Broward County Convention Center event, and Carrie Schulman, her friend with multiple sclerosis. “Carol is and always has been a wonderful friend to me,” says Carrie, who with her husband, David, and title sponsor DBS Financial Group, has been involved with the gala since 1983. Even before that, Carol was providing support, even giving her friend injections at home in those early days. She and her husband, Howard Bienenfeld, cared for the Schulman’s two children when Carrie had to go to the hospital. Then when Carrie asked for help to take over the MS luncheon, Carol was the first to step up. “It wasn’t her disease; it was my disease. But she did it because she was my friend,” Carrie says. “She is the most incredible person, always helping everybody. I get very teary when I talk about her.” For Carol, a financial consultant and founding partner of Bienenfeld, Lasek & Starr, it’s just the give and take of friendship. “That’s what it’s all about, helping each other,” she says. That spirit guided Carol to pitch in for the first luncheon, and she has continued to support it through the years. The goal always has been to raise money for the National MS Society to fund research and treatments and to support people living with the debilitating central nervous system disease. “Carol comes every year and brings friends from her community [Young Israel of Hollywood],” Carrie says. “They can’t eat the food because it’s not kosher so she quietly brings food for them.” It’s not about the food, Carol has said. It’s about being there for a friend. 29th Annual MS Gala & Fashion Show, Jan. 12, Broward County Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale, 954-731-4224, www.nmssfls.org. The event features the red-carpet-worthy works of fashion designer Pamela Dennis, accented by jewelry from JR Dunn Jewelers.
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Traveling light, ‘Queen of Burlesque’ Dita Von Teese begins a conquest of America from the bar at the Mondrian South Beach BY THOMAS SWICK I put on a silk Rooster tie for my meeting in South Beach with Dita Von Teese. The “Queen of Burlesque” was launching
a “vintage-inspired travel valise” for “the jet-setting cocktail lover” and I wanted to look my retro best. At a little before seven the lobby of the Mondrian Hotel was being crisscrossed by restless young women in strapless dresses. Two used their high heels to stamp out bulges in the not really red carpet. “It’s a Cointreau orange carpet,” one of the women explained to me, the color chosen because the liqueur was the centerpiece of Dita’s new package of “travel essentials.” A bellman’s trolley stood on the carpet, holding a valise in the shape of a hat box. The “door” of the valise was open to reveal a bottle of Cointreau, two glasses, a shaker, and other tools for the itinerant tippler. A waitress glided past, bearing a tray of cocktails called The Cointreau Sunset Sun. (The Mondrian sits on the Intracoastal and looks across the water toward the towers of downtown). The drink consisted of lemon juice, club soda, mint, slices of strawberry and cucumber cityandshore.com
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and – you guessed it – Cointreau. A sizable crowd grew around the bar. I was not just the only man wearing a Rooster, I was the only man wearing a tie. In the lounge, another “hatbox” sat atop an assemblage of old suitcases, each stuck with classic luggage labels. The attention to period detail was impressive, though I wished it would have extended to the music: a little Ella and Frank instead of crashing house sounds. My eyes drifted toward the video that was playing in the lounge. “Dita is famous as a glamorous star,” a man on the screen was saying, “but we wanted to bring out her international traveler side.” Another described Dita’s new product as “basically a minibar in a hatbox.” This was followed by shots of Dita slinking up to a cocktail in the bar of the Hotel Raphaël in Paris. A little after eight there came a gravitational pull toward the carpet, and the plush, steady lightning of camera flashes. Ms. Von Teese had entered the lobby. She took her place dutifully on the carpet, looking eternally composed yet slightly abashed. She wore a floor-length, form-fitting gown with a metallic sheen. Her shoulder-length raven hair appeared more sculpted than flowing. Her lips, diverting from the evening’s color scheme, were blood red. After some minutes, she moved to the bellman’s trolley. Then to the bar. The only interaction was between subject and camera. I felt vaguely sorry for her, being treated as an object. Then I remembered that this was her job. “Do you think she’s beautiful?” I asked one of the weaving waitresses. “Yes,” the young woman said. “But too skinny.” Then she added: “I’m Latina.” Dita sat in the lounge for still more photos. When the paparazzi finally beat a retreat I approached and asked if she actually liked doing this. Dita Von Teese
“It’s a little nerve-wracking,” she said. “And you get those people who can’t figure out how to work their cellphone cameras.” It would have been refreshing, at this point, just to hear her speak; that she did so frankly made her even more endearing. “What do you think of the music?” I asked. “I hate it.” Then she said: “Oh no, you’re going to write that Dita hated her own party!” Which she didn’t. She accepted the fact that this was Miami. Which she enjoyed. “I like sitting under a cabana and playing cards with my friends.” “What card game?” “Uno.”
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PHOTO COURTESY OF PALM BEACH OPERA
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La Traviata, shown here in a 2008 performance, was the first production by the Civic Opera of the Palm Beaches, now Palm Beach Opera.
Thrill of the Trill
Palm Beach Opera celebrates 50 years with an eye toward the next 50 It has taken an abundance of passion for the Palm Beach Opera to reach its 50-year milestone – passion on the stage, behind the scenes and in the community. As the opera celebrates its Golden Jubilee Concert and Gala Jan. 20, supporters look back on its classical legacy as they look forward to sharing their passion with a broader audience. “With me it was love at first sight,” says Honorary Chair Helen K. Persson, a 20-year PB Opera supporter who grew up in a Russianimmigrant family steeped in classical music. She was serving in the Navy Nurse Corps during World War II when her commanding officer urged her to audition for the San Francisco Opera. Soon she was singing with celebrated soprano Lily Pons. Persson, a very young 93, has been a generous contributor to the opera, and its performances delight her to this day. “When you feel that thrill, it’s like everything in the world,” she says. General Director Daniel Biaggi wants more people to experience that thrill, created each season by PB Opera’s blend of top performers and upand-coming talent. “You can physically, in your body, feel the vibrations of the sounds that are being created. It’s unamplified, humanly produced sound that touches you in a way that only a live performance can.” Adding to the opera’s existing outreach programs for adults, families and students, Biaggi has visions of staging a broader repertoire beyond the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, in smaller halls or outdoor venues, such as the West Palm Beach Waterfront. The more he can get performances out of the opera house, the better chance the opera has of winning new audiences for what he calls the most all-inclusive art form. “It’s a combination of art and music and drama and theater and people throwing themselves all over the stage while singing gloriously.” Glorious singing from five operas – La Traviata, Die Fledermaus, La Bohème, Carmen and Aïda – will be featured at the 50th Anniversary Gala Concert at Kravis Center for the Performing Arts Jan. 20 and 22. The concert will feature the talents of renowned singers Ruth Ann Swenson, Denyce Graves, Brandon Jovanovich, Daniel Sutin and co-host Sherrill Milnes. The gala Jan. 20 includes a cocktail reception, four-course dinner, dancing to live music and the chance to meet with opera greats. Tickets for the evening are $500-$1,000. Concert-only tickets, $20-$120. Palm Beach Opera Golden Jubilee Concert and Gala, Jan. 20, 561-833-7888, www.pbopera.org. —ElizabethR ahe
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Spreading the muse A new breed of women’s club
Erin Rossitto Put two creative women together and the result is a recipe for an decorated her club work area with photos innovative idea that could change the way we think of women’s clubs. Erin Rossitto and Lena Hyde are founders of Muses and Visionaries, a of her children taken th th by Lena Hyde. business and lifestyle club inspired by the salons of 17 and 18 century
France. Members can have a space to do their work, make connections and learn how to make their lives better through speakers, such as lifestyle coach Roy Assad, who lectures on topics including work/life balance and networking. “We are going to listen to what members want,” Rossitto says. “If they want to hear a divorce attorney, we will get one.” The idea germinated after Hyde, a family and children’s photographer, found 4,000 square feet on the ground floor of the Grande Esplanade building in West Palm Beach. She called her friend Rossitto, who does foundation work and promotes progressive social causes, to ask if she wanted to share the space. They eventually came up with the idea for the club and brainstormed the name while instant messaging each other. “We think women can be both muses and visionaries, and the words sounded good together,” Rossitto says. Hyde designed the space, which is separated into vignettes for desks and conversation areas, with furniture from her home and from Pineapples, Palms, Etc. in Jupiter. The paintings, which will rotate, are from Nicole Henry Fine Art, now located in the club. The look is eclectic with cheery colors such as turquoise, green and hot pink. Soft music plays in the background. Rossitto and Hyde Thus far there are 14 members, including artists such as Henry, Amy Lagae of Avenue This is one of the Public Relations and Jill Dugan, publisher of Palm areas members can Beach Woman magazine. Memberships include three levels: $950/month for meet with clients those who need an assigned workspace and 24-hour access, $275/month for or have lunch. unlimited use of common space during business hours and a $125/month for those who will use the space occasionally. For more information and other club benefits, see www.musesandvisionaries.com or call 561-366-1206.
—Charlyne Varkonyi Schaub
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Red & White evening toasts United Way of Broward County Guests will be swirling, sniffing and sipping more than 200 wines from around the world while sampling the cuisine of South Florida’s top chefs at the Red & White - Wine and Culinary Delight event Feb. 10. Held at the Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six in Fort Lauderdale, the evening benefits the United Way of Broward County’s Community Investment Fund, which focuses on the three targeted impact areas of education, income and health. “Through these impact areas, United Way is determined to make sure Broward County residents are healthy, have the opportunity to succeed in school, and are able to provide for their families financially,” says Jennifer O’Flannery Anderson, president & CEO of UWBC. “While our attendees enjoy a wonderful night, they are also raising funds that will directly help the community.” The Red & White evening features live cooking demonstrations plus a raffle, silent auction and a VIP reception. VIP tickets are $150, general admission $85 ($125 and $75 if purchased before Jan. 10). United Way of Broward County’s 11th Red & White - Wine and Culinary Delight, Feb. 10, Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six, Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-4850 ext. 119, www.unitedwaybroward.org.
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Safety in numbers
Strategies for the care and feeding of nest eggs 82 percent of married couples in their late 40s with dependents fear outliving their money more than death. “Think about that for a moment; that’s an astonishing fact,” said Shari Rubin Taylor of Pinnacle Financial Advisers in Plantation. When City & Shore asked if clients are seeking safer investments, Taylor and partner, Earl Nightingale Jr., answered, “Absolutely,” quoting results from a 2010 study by Larson Research and Strategy Consulting and DSS Research for Allianz Life Insurance Company. Rainford M. Knight, Ph.D., professor of finance at Florida Atlantic University, also has witnessed the deterioration of investor risk tolerance. “Many investors have become fearful of equity markets…evidenced by the move of capital out of equities and into fixed income [i.e. bonds] and cash,” he said, adding that the heightened fear may be an overreaction. “The recent volatility in markets is not out of line when one looks at the historical performance of the Dow Jones Industrial Average,” said Knight, who is also a founder of the Florida institute of Finance in West Palm Beach, which provides finance education and training to corporations; and a board member of the Florida Alternative Investment Association, a Florida-focused hedge fund association. How do investors balance their fear of risk with the need to grow their nest eggs? We asked these professionals for their advice on safe investments. For more of their views visit www.cityandshore.com (Departments: On the Shore). According to a recent survey,
Knight: The classic safe-haven investments include cash, bonds, gold and commodities. Sometimes, however, they are not as safe as they seem. For example, investors seeking principal protection may view U.S. Treasury securities as safe in spite of the low and, in some cases, negative yields. These yields produce negative real returns to investors, which can be characterized as paying the government to protect your principal. Commodities have been extremely volatile, and gold is perhaps a bubble trade. For long-term investors, safe-haven investments are a short-term fix. Over the long term, in order to meet investment and retirement goals, investors will need to focus on developing asset allocation models based on taking on risk in their portfolios. Without some acceptance of risk by investors, it will be very difficult for them to achieve their retirement and investment goals. The asset allocation models should reflect the risk tolerance of the investor and portfolio diversification. In today’s economy, my view of safe investments includes a blend of cash, fixed income (i.e. bonds) and high dividend yielding stocks. Cash (3 to 9 months’ worth, depending on your life situation) is needed as a portfolio buffer. Fixed income has to be included to provide an equity hedge, given the historical negative correlation that exists between stocks and bonds. High dividend yielding stocks provide the potential for stable growth, given that the cash dividend can increase over time along with the expectation that the share price will appreciate.
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Taylor & Nightingale: For safety, investors must take a
long-term, focused approach towards retirement. Our life expectancies are greater than our parents, traditional safe money options pay next to nothing, and the cost of living increases every day. Overinvestment in short-term instruments (such as CDs and money market accounts) contributes greatly to not having enough money in retirement. We recommend a variety of products based on investor goals, including fixed and fixed-indexed annuities and life insurance products that are designed to supply a stream of tax-free income in retirement. It’s a challenge sometimes to discuss the “A” word, as some people have heard about bad experiences with annuities in the past. These newer products can offer market gains without a chance of market loss and free or very low-cost lifetime income riders, providing a stream of income that the investor cannot outlive. Most of them come with riders that allow accelerated access to your money should you become ill. They also can be used as savings vehicles, allowing the client to walk away with their principal and interest after a specified period of time. There are even some products that can turn IRA money into tax-free life insurance products to use for wealth transfer. — Elizabeth Rahe
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the Boca Raton Inlet, has a lot of desirable attributes – from majestic waterfront views to upscale kitchens and spacious balconies. Soon it will also have star power. V*Starr Interiors, the Jupiter-based interior design firm owned by tennis icon Venus Williams, is decorating a 4,971-square-foot model. (The business name is a play on her full name – Venus Ebony Starr Williams.) Williams, who studied interior design at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, said she sees this commission as an opportunity to design a condo that has beautiful kitchens and a level of construction rarely found in South Florida. So what is her vision? “Our concept is to bring the outside in,” she says. “You can see wonderful views of the ocean, private beach and Intracoastal. It has large windows to bring in those views. The design will be
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very luxurious yet very comfortable. It will be relaxed enough for a family and luxurious enough for entertaining. The palette will be blue and sand colors with accents of green and yellow.” One of the main attractions is a pair of terraces—1,289 square feet with a jetted plunge pool and outdoor kitchen. Williams and her staff, headed by senior project designer Sonya Haffey, are planning to decorate them with comfortable upholstery lush enough to be used inside the home. “Florida design is about bringing your own personal style to your home,” Williams says. “So many people who live here are not from Florida and they bring their style of living from the north. Others want something totally different from where they came from. Either way, Florida is totally about bringing the outside in.” One Thousand Ocean, 1000 S. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton, 561-869-5000, www.onethousandocean.com.
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PermaPlate All In For Charity Poker Tournament, a fundraiser for Women In Distress of Broward County and the Sun-Sentinel Children’s Fund that offers enticing incentives for poker players, such as the highly sought-after grand prize of one entry into the anticipated 2012 World Series of Poker Main Event in Las Vegas, valued at $10,000. Noon to 2:30 p.m., Champagne Brunch; 2:30 p.m., Texas Hold-Em Poker Tournament. Isle Casino Racing Pompano Park, 777 Isle of Capri Circle, Pompano Beach. $300, general buy-in; $350, VIP buy-in. 954-332-3459, www.womenindistress.org.
throughout the museum and gardens. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. $10, adults; $5, children; free for museum members and children 3 and under. 561-4950233, www.morikami.org.
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The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, South Florida Chapter, 29th annual MS Gala & Fashion Show. Over 1,200 guests will enjoy lunch and the fashions of Pamela Dennis, as well as an extravagant silent auction and raffle prizes. 1 p.m. at the Broward County Convention Center. Tickets start at $150; sponsorships available. 954731-4224 or www.nationalmssociety.org.
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-15 Flamingo Fest, a celebration of the great pink bird, featuring flamingo art and sculptures by local artists, flamingo arts and crafts, food, music, performances and more. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. $18, adults; $10, ages 4-11; free for 3 and under. 954-473-2955, www.FlamingoGardens.org.
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Temple Bat Yam, a reform synagogue in Fort Lauderdale, will hold a brunch and movie fundraiser. The feature film will be Mabul, an Israeli coming-of-age drama. The event is hosted by the Temple’s Sisterhood. 10:45 a.m. at Cinema Paradiso, 503 SE Sixth St., Fort Lauderdale. $36. 954-928-0410, www. TempleBatYam.org.
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a red carpet arrival, cocktail reception, dinner and dance. 6 p.m. at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach. $1,000. 561-833-7888, www.pbopera.org.
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Madness Under the Royal Palms Luncheon, a benefit for Jewish Adoption & Foster Care Options (JAFCO), featuring author Laurence Leamer. Enjoy a day of book reviews, raffles, a boutique and lunch. 10 a.m., boutique; noon, lunch, at St. Andrews Country Club, 17557 Claridge Oval W., Boca Raton. $90. 561-3720103, www.jafco.org.
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Celebrate half a century of grand opera at the Palm Beach Opera 50th Anniversary Gala & Concert, a sophisticated evening with
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Arlene’s Levee Ride, featuring 5-, 10-, 20- and 38-mile bike rides at the Markham Park Levee, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise. The event benefits the Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue Sick and Injured Fund and Hollywood firefighter Derek Avilez. A cookout, music and a DJ follow the Levee Ride for all registered participants. 9 a.m. $25, adults; $15, children if registered by Jan. 19. $35, day of the event. www.arlenesleveeride.com.
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-22 23rd Annual Downtown Delray Beach Festival of the Arts, a mile-long outdoor art festival. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. 561-746-6615, www. downtowndelraybeach.com.
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JA World Uncorked! II, presented by Southern Wine & Spirits of Florida, to benefit the educational programs at Junior Achievement of South Florida. Enjoy food, wine, spirits, craft beers, decadent desserts, fabulous auction items and live music. 6:30 p.m. at JA World Huizenga Center at Broward College, 1130 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek. Tickets start at $150. 954-979-7120, www.jasouthflorida.org.
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Boca Raton Regional Hospital 50th Annual Ball, including a fabulous cocktail reception, gourmet dinner and dancing to one of South Florida’s best dance bands. 7 p.m. at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. $400. 561-955-3249, www.brrh.com.
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Academy Award and Golden Globe nominee Danny Aiello performs with his eight-piece jazz band. 7 p.m. at the Bienes Center for the Arts at St. Thomas Aquinas, 2801 SW 12th St., Fort Lauderdale. Tickets start at $27.99. 954-513-2272, www. bienescenterforthearts-sta.org.
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Spend the afternoon celebrating Fort Lauderdale’s famous seafood with all of your favorite local restaurants, and enjoy live music, family entertainment and activities, at the Stone Crab and Seafood Festival. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the lawn of the Riverside Hotel. Free. 954468-1541, www. goriverwalk.com.
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Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital’s 7th Annual “Go Wild in The Park’’ family fun day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors can follow the SNC Adventure Trail to activity stations on their “Wild Outdoor Adventure.” Music, animal
presentations, games and crafts. Rock climbing, food, plants and other items for sale by the vendors are extra. $5/person donation. 954-752WILD, www.sawgrassnaturecenter.org
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Enjoy the ocean breeze and kick up your heels at The George Snow Scholarship Fund’s 19th Annual Caribbean Cowboy Ball, one of the hippest events in South Florida. 6 p.m. at Red Reef Park, 1401 N. State Road A1A, Boca Raton. $150. 561-347-6799, www.scholarship.org.
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Community Campaign Celebration, a fundraiser for the Jewish Federation of Broward County, featuring guest speaker and performer Max Weinberg, drummer for Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band. 6 p.m. at the Signature Grand in Davie. $1,000 minimum household gift to the 2012 Annual Campaign is required to attend (YLD members who contribute $500 minimum household gift are also invited to attend). 954-2526962, www.jewishbroward.org.
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Parkland Public Schools Fund presents “Dancing With the Principals,” an evening of cocktails, dinner and dancing in which Parkland’s five principals will be partnered with professional dancers for a competition. 7 p.m. at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Coral Springs Hotel, Golf Club & Convention Center, 11775 Heron Bay Blvd., Coral Springs. $100. 954-234-4937, www.parklandfund.org.
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-26 Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance (see full story pg. 31, and profile of the featured entertainer, Dana Carvey, pg.98) Featuring duPont Registry Live (24), hangar party; Gala dinner, auction and show (25); and a spectacular exhibition/auction of automobiles and motorcycles on the newly designed show field at the Boca Raton Resort & Club (26). Benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs. Tickets, information, www.bocaratonconcours.com.
calendar SAVE THE DATE . . . April 19 American Fine Wine Competition Gala, featuring Chef Emeril Lagasse, a five-course dinner, silent auction, entertainment - and over 600 fabulous American wines, all at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. Proceeds benefit the Diabetes Research Institute and the Golden Bell Education Foundation. 561-504-8463, www. americanfinewinecompetition.com. —Robyn Friedman
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Building Hope Gala, a special evening featuring a gourmet dinner, dancing, a silent auction and reception. Proceeds will benefit Food For The Poor’s home building program in the Caribbean and Latin America. 6:30 p.m. at The Polo Club of Boca Raton. $225. 888-404-4248, www.foodforthepoor.org/boca..
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Fine Wines & Hidden Treasures Gala, an exclusive wine tasting and evening of culinary masterpieces, with proceeds benefitting Food For The Poor. 6:30 p.m. at The Breakers, Palm Beach. $450. 888-404-4248, www.foodforthepoor.org/palmbeach.
Help make wishes come true at the Third Annual Walk for Wishes 5K Walk/Run. Last year, over 1,300 participants crossed the finish line to support the Make-AWish Foundation of Southern Florida. After the 5K, enjoy breakfast and Family Fun Day activities. 7 a.m., registration; 8:30 a.m., walk/run at Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Weston. $25, adults; $10, kids. 954-967-9474, www.walkforwishes.net. cityandshore.com
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eye on style Spring 2012
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Child’s Play
BY FASHION DIRECTOR ELYSE RANART
With so many trends to choose from, putting a wardrobe together for spring can be more than a little daunting. The key to navigating the runway looks is to cherry pick the best pieces from each and mix them in a way that works for you. That’s the difference between being a style-conscious consumer — and a fashion victim. Here are the 12 key pieces I think will make a great addition to almost anyone’s wardrobe for spring.
Jumpsuits made a quiet comeback for fall, as they are not for everyone. For those who want to add a more fashionforward piece to their spring closet, however, I love the new “playsuit” in the short version.
Worn softly or with an edge, pleats dominate the runway this season. Although many women are wary of pleats, there are many ways to wear them. This skirt shape is both feminine and flattering. Clare Waight Keller for Chloé
Wide-leg trousers are finally making a mark after a slow start the past several seasons. This is an ultra-feminine piece and a great option for women who want an alternative to skinny.
Stripe It Rich
Stripes are a primary part of any spring season, but this year there is a major nautical theme that will strike the perfect note through summer.
Dress to Thrill
This is indeed the season of the dress, in all shapes, patterns and colors; but the simple shift in a bright, sunny shade is pretty close to perfect.
Island Girl
For every trend there is usually a complete opposite trend. For times when the wide trouser doesn’t work, or just doesn’t work on you, the Capri pant is a perfect alternative.
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The long dress from fall merges with the sheer statement for spring. The sheer maxidress should be a staple for any women’s spring/summer wardrobe. It looks fresh and flattering on most figures.
Handbags continue to be more minimal from fall. There is still less hardware and more slim silhouettes on the way for spring, but the belt-bag is the newest statement for daywear.
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While hats have never truly made a comeback, women secretly love them. The fedora is one of the least intimidating shapes for the timid and looks best in a simple, unadorned straw. It can be worn super-sporty or paired with a dainty dress.
The Long and Short of It
Tail hems have been seen as an alternative to the mini skirt or the maxi dress for quite a while. Hems that are longer at the back offer the best of both worlds and are easy to wear.
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No woman can wear every trend; but for those who can make it work, the crop-top is simply a musthave for high summer. It is both sexy and sophisticated and looks best when paired with a cigarette trouser.
Lace is being used more classically this spring as a trim, on vintageinspired fabrics and the full-on feminine peasant blouse.
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AHEAD OF THE CURVES DESIGNER COOKIE JOHNSON MAKES JEANS FOR WOMEN THE JEANS MAKERS ARE NOT MAKING JEANS FOR BY ROD STAFFORD HAGWOOD
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ookie johnson has seen women weep when they try on her denim line for the first time. Launched in 2009, her premium jeans collection CJ by Cookie Johnson now has a fashion following as devoted as fans of her roundballer hubby, Earvin “Magic” Johnson. Even though Johnson has an extensive background in fashion, she wisely formed a partnership with jeans guru Michael Glasser (Seven for all Mankind, Citizens of Humanity, Rich & Skinny) Now, Oprah Winfrey and Janet Jackson rave about the line for curvy women in sizes 2 to 18 (with a plussized line in sizes 24 to 38) and a target market of 25- to 70-year-olds. Johnson, 52, showed the fall/ winter collection during a recent “Girls Night Out” at Neiman Marcus at The Galleria in Fort Lauderdale. Prices range from $148 to $200. We caught up with Johnson on her way to Neiman Marcus (her first Fort Lauderdale visit) for a quick Q&A: RH Why oh why is it so hard to find jeans that fit?
RH Your line took off right away. Lots of other lines kind of just evaporated after a year or two. Why do you think yours did so well? CJ We were first for curvy fit right there in the beginning. We were for girls who have bodies like Beyonce or J-Lo or, way back in the day, someone like Sophia Loren or Marilyn Monroe. We’re bringing it all back. Other lines maybe added some curvy sizes later on. But by then women were frustrated. RH You and Magic have teenagers at home. Does that keep you on trend with fashion? CJ Oh yeah, I have a 16-year-old daughter who’s really into it. She’s carved out her own look. She gives me advice. She was telling me two years ago, ‘Mom, look at these colors in jeans. No one wears blue jeans anymore.’ And my 19-year-old son is very into fashion too. RH Do you travel constantly doing these personal appearances and trunk shows?
RH Didn’t you start out as a model?
CJ Well it’s only during a certain time of the year. I spend about 30 to 40 percent of the time traveling for the line. It’s very important to get the word out there that we are there for these women who the fashion industry has treated so poorly for years. These women feel like they can’t wear jeans. We help them get rid of their hangups. You should see them when they try on a pair of jeans that fit them for the first time. Those women are dancing around the dressing room. I get emails, calls, letters – it’s heart wrenching. I feel bad because I know what they are going through.
CJ I modeled in high school but I didn’t think that was necessarily the way to go. But I love fashion and I knew I had to be involved in it. So I took a tailoring course and that gave me the bug. Fashion is my passion.
Neiman Marcus, The Galleria, 2442 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-5666666; Town Center at Boca Raton, 5860 Glades Road, Boca Raton, 561-417-5151; and 151 Worth Ave., Palm Beach, 561-8056150. Send your questions to Rod Hagwood at FashionGuy@sun-sentinel.com.
CJ The denim industry catered to one body type: a girl with a figure straight up and down. And you try on a size 12 and it’s really a size 10. They really just don’t want that customer. I just think that’s not fair. Curvy women are sexy – much more so than those women who look like little boys. RH How do your jeans fix that? CJ We put more room in the thighs and the hips and tapered the waist in a little bit.
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I spy with my little eye…bags, dark circles and wrinkles. Get rid of ’em and take years off your look in a wink with expert tips from celebrity makeup artist Sue Devitt. The same techniques and tricks she uses to get A-list clients like Eva Longoria and Microquatic Sandra Bullock red-carpet ready will have you looking like a star, too. Bioluminescence Sue Devitt’s Microquatic Luxury Skin Care and makeup collection contains powerful Illuminating antioxidants to keep you looking your best. Concealer The Australian native regularly scours the planet, searching for exotic ingredients SPF 20, $25 like marine and flower extracts, minerals, vitamins and nutrients to add to her skin care and cosmetics lines. Sue Devitt Beauty is available at Bloomingdale’s in Boca Raton, Impulse Beauty at Macy’s and online at www.SueDevittBeauty.com. If your eyes need some TLC, Devitt offers these tips:
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“First, start with an anti-aging cleanser to Conceal dark circles by using a peachhydrate and purify.” Devitt says to look for an toned under-eye concealer to counteract oil-free product that contains ceramide and the blue and green in dark circles. “I use the hyaluronic acid, which hydrates. Also look for Bermuda Triangle Undereye Corrector, $22. soothing ingredients, too, such as aloe, sea “Apply over foundation and powder and blend heather, marine collagen and camomile extract. with your fingertips. My celebrity clients call “Cleansing removes impurities, dirt and oil and it the Magic Wand because it makes dark prepares the skin to accept an eye cream or circles magically disappear.” In the long term, whatever preparation you will be using.” Devitt suggests limiting caffeine, soda and cigarettes. “Those cause dark circles, along Bermuda Triangle Undereye Corrector with lack of sleep.” Nourish and protect With Orchid “You really need to begin taking Extract, $22 care of your eyes in your Top it off 20s. Prevention is the cure,” Finish the look by keeping Devitt says. If you’ve got eye makeup light. “Use an lines and puffiness, turn eye defining pencil around to her latest product, the lash line to create the Microquatic Marine emphasis around the Crystal Collagen Eye eye. Then, add highlighter Masque, $60. Apply these under the brow bone to jellies under each eye for 10 draw attention away from to 20 minutes. “They increase the under-eye area. Select Sue Devitt the hydration level around shadows that compliment your the delicate eye area by 67 percent in eye color. Add two or three coats of mascara. 20 minutes. Wrinkles appear mainly That opens the eye up.” The objective is to because the skin is dehydrated. The create emphasis on eye color, not makeup. swirls fight puffiness because of their “Focus on your natural beauty. Your eye color cooling nature and algae extract.” and shape are your stars, not the makeup Hydrating Marine Testers were amazed how the swirls application. It just plays a supporting role.” Minerals Destination Eye Palettes, $37.50 cooled and plumped up lines. “They decrease skin temperature by 10 Arch support percent in one minute.” Next, use Don’t forget brows. “They frame the face and good eye cream every night before you go finish the look. Be sure they are tweezed to bed. “I actually use my eye cream around and shaped. Then, use a pencil with little my mouth and on my forehead, too. An eye feathering strokes to fill and elongate the cream is very powerful and concentrated, so brows. Comb into shape so they are natural you get the most active ingredients to the looking. Taper them outward toward the areas that need it most and show the signs hairline for a sexy, professional finish.” of aging first.” Her go-to product: Microquatic Marine Crystal Collagen Eye Concentrate, $110. It contains marine collagen, ceramides With any $75 purchase of Sue Devitt products at and hyaluronic acid, vitamin B3 and licorice Bloomingdale’s in Boca Raton, receive a full-sized root extract to fight redness.
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inches off your waist in 40 minutes. Sounds highly improbable, but for some people, and for a price, it is possible. New treatments make it possible to reduce the layer of fat just beneath the skin using either cold laser light or a freezing technique – with little or no pain and no downtime. In August 2010, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the use of a machine called the Zerona Lipolaser for body sculpting and fat elimination. “I’m a plastic surgeon and I do liposuction, tummy tucks, and other procedures, but this treatment is for people who don’t want anything that invasive,” says Dr. Michael Rodriguez, who practices in Plantation. “We guarantee a reduction of three inches, but we’ve seen as much as a 14-inch reduction in the waist. The heavier you are, the more you can lose,” Rodriguez says. “But there are no miracles. It’s not going to make Rosanne Barr look like Cameron Diaz.” According to Rodriguez, the cold laser light penetrates to the fat layer below the skin liquefying the fat so that it can be removed as waste from the body. The cost is around $2,700 for six treatments done over a two-week period. But not everyone is a good candidate. In some men, for example, the fat in their abdomen is too deep to be reached by the laser light. The Centers for Body Enhancement (bestnewbody.com) has placed Zerona Tim Reed with machines in doctors’ offices in Aventura, Parkland, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, the Zerona laser Miami Beach and Doral, in addition to Rodriguez’s office. “People can see immediate results - one to two inches the first time,” says Tim Reed, director of the company. Having done upwards of 30,000 treatments, Reed says the company has refined the procedure to get the best results. “We can pretty much predict where they will be at the end of the treatments. I don’t think anybody else does that.” An alternative treatment is done by another machine with a Z name, the Zeltiq, which grabs hold of the area you want reduced and freezes the underlying fat without harming the skin, muscle or nerves. The body’s immune system gets rid of the dead fat cells gradually over the next couple of months, says Dr. Leyda Bowes, a Harvard-trained dermatologist practicing in Miami (bowesdermatology.com). “A good candidate is a person who is within normal body weight, but has excess fat in certain areas - love handles, fat on the back, the belly,” Bowes says. “It’s not for someone who is much overweight.” Bowes’ husband, Dr. Dieter Manstein, invented the procedure which was developed by the Zeltiq company and approved by the FDA in September 2010. “It’s in more than 30 countries now, with more than 150,000 treated,” Bowes says. “Our office has done more than 1,500.” The price varies, from $600 to $1,400, depending on the area being treated, but most people require only one treatment, Bowes says, with a 20 to 25 percent reduction in the fat layer. “We measure our patients before and after,” Bowes says. “It’s not for weight reduction, but we do still weigh patients, and we’ve found that if they gain weight after the The Zeltiq at Bowes holidays, they still don’t have weight on the love handles.” Dermatology
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BY CHARLYNE VARKONYI SCHAUB Tile, tile everywhere may have sounded like a good idea at first, but one day you discover the choice makes your decor seem cold and unwelcoming. The most radical solution is tearing out the tile and replacing it with wood. If that’s not an option, you can change your look as well as define a conversation or dining area with an area rug. Our options range from classic to contemporary.
RECYCLED BEAUTY Kermit the frog may have claimed “it isn’t easy being green,” but he spoke way before manufacturers used their creativity to come up with eco-friendly products that look attractive enough for homeowners to put them on their wish lists. This shag inspired rug, made from recycled material shaped like a pencil, could add texture and style to any decor. Prices start at $2,500 and vary according to size. Available at Sklar Furnishings, 6300 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton, 33487, 561-862-0800, www.sklarfurnishings.com. 66
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SARI SURPRISE ABC Carpet & Home’s new Aquasilk Collection features artistic designs that would look as comfortable hanging on the wall as they do on the floor. Artisans in India handcraft each of these one-of-a-kind designs using handspun recycled vintage Sari silk. The rugs are over-dyed with a translucent layer of color so they resemble an elaborate pool mosaic when viewed from above. Prices range from $7,999 to $14,499 depending on size. Available at ABC Carpet & Home, 777 S. Congress Ave., Delray Beach, 33445, 561-279-7777, www.abchome.com
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From minor facelift to major surgery Realtors love to repeat the mantra: Location, location, location. In South Florida, location often translates into waterfront, waterfront, waterfront. Just ask a snowbird couple from Boston who knew they had to buy the home in Lost Tree Village in North Palm Beach when they saw the nearly 180-degree panoramic water view of Little Lake Worth. They recognized the 1970s house needed work and estimated they would have to redo the bathrooms and create a more open floor plan. But once they started talking with architect Brian Collins of Affiniti Architects in Boca Raton, they saw the possibilities, and a minor renovation turned into a major facelift. “The exterior architecture and interior were pretty chopped up and 1970ish,” Collins says. “The house had no architectural theme whatsoever. They really had their heart set on a Key West style, with bright colors, planking and details that describe a Key West home.” Collins designed a new façade, added siding and a metal roof, new paint, details such as brackets and columns, a covered patio (with room for seating and a summer kitchen) and a private deck on the second floor. An addition of a few hundred square feet enlarged the kitchen and first floor bedroom. The front door, which was right next to the garage, was relocated and a covered entrance was added. “The owner wanted to block the ugliness of it from the front as well as give it a facelift from the rear,” Collins says. “The house just sits out there facing the water for everyone to see.” So why not take the typical South Florida solution: Tear down and start over? “We gave them that option and, in hindsight, it maybe is the route we should – about 8 ½ feet – on the first floor. Typically rooms today have ceiling heights ranging from have gone,” says Michael Conville, 10 to 12 feet. When they opened up the downstairs space to feel larger, they had to add president of Beacon Construction Group. steel beams to hold up the second floor. “They would have had a brand new house What should you expect when doing a renovation? with the exact floor plan they wanted. Still, it “You should expect the unexpected,” Collins says. “Seriously, when you do a renovation saved a couple of hundred thousand in this you really don’t know what you have. We knew we were dealing with an ugly second floor, manner. ”Since they didn’t tear the house but we had no idea what we would find when we opened it up.” down, the renovation presented some major His final advice: “When you are planning a renovation, the important thing is to have the challenges, such as leveling floor slabs and architect and the builder in place. I want to stress that we worked together on this. We can bringing the old structure up to new building save the owner money when the builder and architect work together.” codes, Conville says. Collins saw “an extremely ugly second Architect: Brian Collins, Affiniti Architects, Boca Raton floor addition that was haphazardly put on the rear of the house” as the major problem. Builder: Michael Conville, Beacon Construction Group, North Palm Beach The addition resulted in a low ceiling height Photographer: Daniel Newcomb 74
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Recapturing style Robert and Rita Swedroe fell so much in love with a house on the Isle of Biscaya in Surfside that they invested 3 ½ years and $1.5 million to return it to its former splendor. The 5,000-square-foot Miami Modern (MiMo) house had a spectacular view of the Intracoastal Waterway on a 30,000-square-foot lot, which also contained a boat house, two-bedroom guest house and a three-car garage. But the compound, designed by architect Donald G. Smith in 1945, had fallen on hard times. The property was in foreclosure and had been vandalized and neglected. It was in terrible disrepair. The marina, full of beer bottles and cans, had to be dredged. The house needed a new kitchen and new bathrooms. Inside doors required removal and refinishing. “The challenge was to design something practical and functional for my needs within a realistic budget,” Swedroe says. “The objective 76
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After Robert Swedroe added a spiral staircase, sliding glass doors and reinforced the roof to create a rooftop terrace without destroying the integrity of the Miami Modern (MiMo) design. The horse, at left, is a John Kearney sculpture made from chrome car bumpers.
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Kitchen after The most dramatic change was in the kitchen, where bright blue, high-gloss metallic lacquered cabinets were installed with a marbletopped island and six-burner stovetop. The chairs are classic Toledo stacking chairs by Jorge Pensi.
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was to bring the house back to its original stature and not change the exterior.” The house was built with no air conditioning and was cooled by mechanical ventilators that would draw hot air up and exhaust it out. The ventilators were covered, but Swedroe got a set of original plans from the building department, opened up the ceiling, extracted the old ventilating system and installed skylights. The second floor, which contained three guestrooms, was converted into a master suite with a lounge and a walk-in closet, workout area and his and her bathrooms. One of the bedrooms on the first floor became a library/media room with a 10-foot drop-down movie screen. The other bedroom was turned into an office/ den with a fireplace, bookcases and a computer area. A kitchen was added and a bathroom was remodeled in the detached two-bedroom guest house. The 1,000-square-foot, three-car garage became a studio for Swedroe to pursue art so the garage doors were changed to glass to allow natural light. His collage and assemblage art has been on display at Art Basel for three years. (For examples, see www.swedroeart.com.)
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Other enhancements included adding two exterior spiral staircases (one to the second floor and one to the roof), reinforcing the roof slab so it could be used as a rooftop terrace, adding a deck off the master bedroom and a steel front door with three portholes, in keeping with the house’s appearance that resembles an ocean liner. Swedroe hired Fort Lauderdale designer Toby Zack to do the interior design because they both believe rooms should be simple with minimal furnishings that don’t compete with the outdoors. A good example is the great room, which has no window coverings and features glass end tables, a limestone coffee table, white leather sofas and white leather dining chairs. Swedroe wanted an aquarium so Zack arranged the furniture with a view of both the 600-gallon saltwater tank and the Intracoastal Waterway. She created storage with flat panel doors and no hardware above and below the tank. Zack says art, which she calls the third dimension, brings it all together.
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SHOPPING FOR THE DETAILS Lucky lamp: This 25-inch high lamp by b+g design is made from Citrine stone with polished nickel base and comes with a choice of white or black linen shade ($2,750). From www.giselleloor.com.
Photographer: Dan Forer
Living room after Interior designer Toby Zack created the living room with neutral colors and clean lines so the interior would not compete with the waterfront views. She designed storage areas above and below the focal point, a 600-gallon saltwater tank.
Chic chandelier: Pagini Studios created this 36-by-36-by-54-inch custom made Aquila quartz chandelier with satinnickel finish ($9,783). From Holly Hunt, 3833 NE Second Ave., Miami 33137, 305-5712012, www.hollyhunt.com.
Stylish sink: Zylem’s glass vessel sink ($168) goes perfectly with Hansgrohe’s Axor Citterio Tall Vessel Faucet ($624.60). See www.ferguson.com for locations.
Tremendous table: Toby Zack created this custom coffee table first for her home. It can be designed with your choice of stone and size and has to be assembled on site because of its weight. Price available upon request. From the Toby Collection, 3316 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, 33312, www.tobyzackdesigns.com.
Holy Toledo: Barcelona architect Jorge Pensi designed the iconic Toledo chair ($1,158) with a cast-aluminum back and seats joined by cast aluminum arms and legs. For retailers, see www.knoll.com.
Classic chair: Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created the Brno chair in 1930 for the Tugendhat house in Brno, Czechoslovakia, with simple profile and clean lines. It is available in leather or fabric with flat bar or tubular frame (starts at $1,331 for fabric and $1,711 for leather). For retailers, see www.knoll.com.
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21st century design Styles change. Tastes change. The key to buying an older home is to imagine what it could be. When a couple from Boston bought a vacation home in St. Andrews Country Club in Boca Raton, they thought at first it didn’t require much work. Then they discovered the clean, sophisticated look that is the signature of b+g design in Hollywood. “Once they saw our work and saw the possibilities, they got drunk with design,” Sugerman says. “We didn’t renovate every corner, but we did a pretty substantial renovation. We took a typical ’90s-style Boca house and brought it up to current standards.” The first indication of ’90s style was obvious when you walked into the home and saw a metal scroll in a cutout of the drywall in the foyer. The designers removed the scrollwork and created an open wood privacy screen with millwork detail. They did the same thing in a different style to an opening in the breakfast room. The dining room had a non-functional niche that they squared off and wrapped in millwork. They added: a stone ledge for display space, wall covering to divide the space and a horizontal wood panel to display lithographs by Alex Katz. They also pulled out one level of the tray ceiling and installed drapery pockets so the drapes could hang cleanly from the ceiling. “Those open niches were challenges,” Loor says. “The question was: How do we connect them and address them without overdesigning them? And how do you tie them together without making the niches look the same? We didn’t want a cookie-cutter look with everything the same.” One of the most dramatic changes was in the powder room, which they transformed from builder’s standard cabinetry with a granite top to a work of art. The main wall was covered with stained oak. The central clear mirror was wrapped around columns giving a nod to origami, the Japanese art of folding paper. Bronze glass, which matches the floating counter and vessel sink, was installed above and below the clear mirror. The original living room was traditional with plenty of decorative molding. The molding was removed and the room was decorated in a neutral color palette of tan and brown. The original Saturnia floor was partially covered with a custom rug by b+g design to create a conversation area. b+g also designed a custom coffee table with a glass upper layer to show items displayed on the wood layer underneath. A new striated marble countertop was added to the bar. One design solution was to reduce the look of the high ceilings, which reach 15 feet in some places. One of the secrets is large art such as the Garth Weiser painting
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Foyer before The metal scrollwork in the foyer looked Mediterranean and so last century. Foyer after The updated wood accents flow well into the contemporary dining room.
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Living room after Giselle Loor and Brett Sugerman of b+g design updated this Boca Raton living room using clean lines and statement pieces of art. A pop of color comes from the faux snakeskin wallcovering in the den visible from the doorway. Living room before The outdated swag and jabot draperies were replaced with simple draperies and some molding was replaced to give the room a cleaner look.
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in the living room. A 48-by-60-inch “James Dean” by Redmore is brought out by a red snakeskin wall covering in the den, visible through the living room. “Part of the challenge is to make it have human scale, cozy and comfortable,” Sugerman says. “A lot of that has to do with the materials and finishes that bring the eye down to human level.” Interior Design: Giselle Loor and Brett Sugerman of
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Dining room before The chandelier is too small for the room, the niche is boring and the window treatments are dated.
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Dining room after The niche in the dining room was squared off and wrapped in millwork. A stone ledge was added as display space, wallcovering divided the space and a horizontal wood panel was used to display lithographs by Alex Katz. The 54-inch high Aquila quartz chandelier from Holly Hunt fits the scale of the room.
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Brian Collins: Affiniti Architects, 6100 Broken Sound Parkway NW, Suite 8, Boca Raton, 33486, 561-750-0445, www.affinitiarchitects.com. Michael Conville: Beacon Construction Group, 648 U.S. 1, Suite 1, North Palm Beach, 33408, 561-845-5130, www.beaconconstgrp.com. Giselle Loor and Brett Sugerman: b+g design, 2001 Tyler St., Suite 3, Hollywood, 33020, 954-929-6949, www.bandgdesign.com. Robert M. Swedroe: Robert M. Swedroe Architects & Planners, 12000 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 602, North Miami, 33181, 305-891-2555, www.swedroe.com. Toby Zack: Toby Zack Designs, 3316 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, 33312, 954-967-8629, www.tobyzackdesigns.com.
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BY CHARLYNE VARKONYI SCHAUB
Sometimes we dream of a complete remodel, but the timing isn’t right for a comprehensive change. One solution is to make a big plan but implement it gradually as budget allows. Here are some suggestions on how to make some small changes that can make a big difference in our homes.
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The right wall unit can change the look of a room from cluttered to cool. If you have a lot of art to display and crave hidden storage, this 12-by-8-foot entertainment unit is a great solution. Inside can be customized with a wine rack, hanging drinking glass storage or CD and DVD storage. It is constructed of ¾ inch Melamine in Fusion Maple and Cayenne Maple and sells for about $6,000. Custom made units are available in any size and in 30 colors with a choice of Melamine or wood. Available at Beyond Closets, 1405 N. Congress Ave., Suite 3 and 4, Delray Beach 33445; 561-278-6183; www.beyondclosets.net.
2. Organizing the kitchen
If you don’t have a huge budget to redo your kitchen, one idea is to start with a new island like this one from IKEA. The island is from the Akurum kitchen with Lidingo white doors. It includes cabinets, cover panels, sink, faucet, chrome-plated legs and a custom countertop for $1,743. The entire kitchen sells for $4,750. Add Henriksdal barstools with Gobo covers ($79.99 each) and Foto
pendant lamps (19.99 each). Available at IKEA Sunrise, 151 NW 136th Ave., Sunrise 33325, 954-838-9292; www.ikea.com.
3. Baking with convection
Anyone who has a convection oven can tell you that this method is the gold standard for quality baked goods. Replace your old freestanding range with the 30inch GE Café Radiant Convection Range with Baking Drawer. The electric range has it all - stylish stainless steel with selfcleaning oven, certified Jewish Sabbath mode and automatic meat thermometer. Price upon request. Available at Coral Springs Appliance Center, 3500 Coral Ridge Drive, Coral Springs 33065, 954752-3880, www.csappliances.com.
4. Decorating with glass Sometimes all it takes is new tile on a backsplash or a wall to transform a room from bland to beautiful. New Ravenna Mosaics recently introduced the Ikat Collection hand crafted in jewel glass. Designer Sara Baldwin interpreted this rediscovered old textile motif inspired by her travels along the Silk Road and
her collection of Ikat textiles. Loom, this example, is created in quartz, aquamarine, tanzanite and turquoise glass. It sells for $184 per square foot. For where to buy in South Florida, see www.newravenna.com.
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Chef Zach Bell helps ring in change at Addison Reserve BY CHARLYNE VARKONYI SCHAUB
Executive chef Zach Bell, who made a reputation working for Daniel Boulud at Daniel in New York City and at Café Boulud in Palm Beach, now is creating an updated cuisine at Addison Reserve Country Club west of Delray Beach. Chef Bell, a four-time finalist in the Best Chef category in the James Beard’s Foundation’s prestigious awards, is in charge of four new restaurants that are part of the $18-million expansion and renovation of the clubhouse. “It was a great opportunity to reinvent the country club scene,” Bell said. “It is an exciting venue and a new challenge.” Part of that challenge is keeping the residents happy by retaining their old favorites while introducing them to new dishes such as Pompano “En Croute” sautéed with a thin layer of bread crumbs seasoned with salt and pepper. “In this competitive environment, we as a club are either growing or falling behind,” Michael McCarthy, CEO and general manager, said in a recent tour of the facility.
The clubhouse, which grew 24,000 square feet to 70,000 square feet, has added four distinct restaurants. Styr: sports bar by day and tapas and small plate restaurant
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Trattoria: upscale Italian restaurant featuring homemade pastas and classic Italian entrées. Taste: seafood and chophouse featuring Grand Western prime meat. Vault: private dining room for 16 to 20 people that allows members to work with Chef Bell to devise a special menu and wines for a party or business meeting. “What I hope is that Vault will give our members a chance to create lifetime memories,” McCarthy said. Vault is the best example of legendary Palm Beach society architect Addison Mizner’s style. The décor, created by Image Design in Atlanta, features Mediterranean highback chairs and a pair of round metal chandeliers. An interesting but non-Mizner accent is a vaulted ceiling covered with Chicago-style bricks cut in half. The craftsman, lying on a scaffold, took seven weeks to complete the job. Other Mizner touches include two-tone stained wood beams on the ceilings and pecky cypress in the clubhouse lobby and on porch ceilings. “When the club originally opened, it had the Addison Mizner look,” McCarthy said. “Seven or eight years ago, it was redesigned with a contemporary, chicer look that didn’t fit. This is a Mediterranean style community. The owners wanted it to go back to the Mizner style.” Chef Zach Bell
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Comedian Dana Carvey – along with a cadre of alter egos – chats with City & Shore about his impressions of presidential politics, his choices for family over career, his upcoming performance at the Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance. Oh yeah…and the origin of the universe. Closer to home, travel writer Thomas Swick strolls Delray Beach and discovers its charming blend of old and new in dining, entertainment, shopping and culture; Lori Capullo uncovers health and beauty resources for creating a new you in 2012; we share a dozen Florida treasures to explore in the new year; Fine Dining writer Rebecca Cahilly offers unconventional ideas for dining à la carte and Bob Hosmon toasts the best restaurants for wine lovers.
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DANA CARVEY PARTIES ON The comic – and friends – keep it fresh with politics, wry commentary and some stardust
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ana Carvey is talking about his Saturday Night Live characters metal-head Garth of Wayne’s World and the sanctimonious Church Lady. “They’re both here right now, by the way,” he says by phone from Marin County, Calif. “Did you ever see Alfred Hitchcock’s movie Psycho? I’m wearing the Church Lady dress right now,” he says. Well, isn’t that special? Whatever would possess the comedian – scheduled to perform at the Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance Feb. 25 – to don women’s clothing for a conversation with City & Shore? Hmmm…Let me think…I don’t know…could it be…SATAN? It’s a tribute to Carvey that his religious talk show maven and her reverberating condemnations, launched on SNL some 25 years ago, still resonate today. When the comic appeared as a guest host on the show last year, Church Lady found ready victims in the Kardashian sisters and Jersey Shore’s Snooki, portrayed by cast members eager to be on Church Chat. “Bobby Moynihan, who played Snooki, said it was the highlight of his life. He trick-or-treated as the Church Lady,” Carvey says. Keeping the holier-than-thou character relevant is just too easy these days, Carvey adds. “There are so many reality shows and freaks out there to make fun of. She could have Charlie Sheen on her show. It’s a better time for her.” During Carvey’s standup act audience members often shout out requests for his Saturday Night Live alter egos and impressions, and that’s fine with him. He likens the clamor for his familiar characters to requests for hit songs from popular musicians. “I always say the only thing worse about a band having a lot of hit songs is a band with no hits…With standup, I just filter it through and layer them in there…For me it’s great to have those hits because I get to sell out theaters,” he says, laughing. His standup is no nostalgia act, however. He keeps it interesting and up-todate with political satire, slice-of-life observations and rapid-fire impressions. “I can make it as sophisticated as I want. I have nothing to lose anymore,” he
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says, explaining that it’s more fun for him Any thoughts on the political climate now. “Back then, people were so stressed and the presidential hopefuls? out on Saturday Night Live. It’s a highIt is always a freak show…They kind of eat ed pressure job.” ris their own these primary seasons…When I get rep ey rv Dana Ca The glare of celebrity was tough for Carvey, the Church Lady up every morning, I read The New York Times ng editorial page and then The Wall Street Journal who also hit it big with the film Wayne’s World for his turn hosti Live editorial page. I feel like then I get kind of a nice in ’92. “I didn’t take to fame very well…I was Saturday Night in 2011. exhausted. I’m such a people pleaser, that balance… when I eventually started getting famous in There are certain concepts that are very tricky, New York, by the time I got to my apartment I’d especially in the political arena…To give each side a punch in have to take a nap for an hour or two because everyone I met the solar plexus and give them a cookie at the same time – wanted to have this long conversation with me…So I was just that’s really tricky, and very, very interesting…The main goal is wiped out by fame.” to make it really frickin’ funny the whole time, of course. If I see After SNL – for which he won an Emmy in 1993 – and the someone laughing their a-- off and dabbing tears, that makes short-lived Dana Carvey Show in ’96, he pulled back from me happy. the grind of regular TV production. He retreated to Northern Are you pulling for any particular candidate, as a California with his wife, Paula Zwagerman, to raise their sons, potential impression? Dex, now 20 and in college, and Thomas, 18, a high school I hadn’t really thought of it…They reveal themselves over senior. He continued to work on his own terms, however, time…I did Gingrich once [shades of Ed Sullivan]…And then including starring in the film The Master of Disguise in 2002 of course there’s Ron Paul [Carol Channing-ish]. If they give and playing about 50 standup dates a year. it to Romney, he’ll be the toughest one. But for sure, there will Carvey, 56, is still generous with his conversation, talking with be stuff there to do, rhythms. You just have to kind of keep City & Shore on a diverse assortment of topics. Some for laughs, watching…Obama was really hard for everybody…I do a some surprisingly reflective. As you might expect from the man lot about Professor Obama. His press conferences turn into of myriad characters and impersonations, the conversation is [Obama voice] teachable moments. crowded with other voices: Barack Obama, Jimmy Stewart, What’s your plan for health care? [Obama voice] Well, let’s go Ronald Reagan and Newt Gingrich among them. back to the beginning of health care, when the tribesman would Here, with apologies to the entire cast for the limitations of fall down the ravine and hurt his leg...and he had to tend to his print, are excerpts from the conversation. own wounds. But now the shaman would bring bark and mud What can the audience expect from your Boca Raton or whatever means he could…and tend to the injured leg of the Concours d’Elegance show? tribesman and begin what we call health care. Always my goal – and I’m not ever saying I’m going to Well, do you have a plan? [Obama voice] First, let’s define what achieve it – my goal is to do the greatest comedy show in history. a plan is: an organized activity to achieve a particular goal…. My comedy…is all about anxiety as filtered through a political If you could raid the minds of three comedians living spectrum, a health and aging and spiritual spectrum and then… or dead, who would they be? as a father and a husband…And I’ll improvise a lot…I’ll dissect I’d say Stan Laurel, Groucho Marx and Lou Costello. I’ll start the whole political situation. I’ll do Obama and juxtapose him with them…Peter Sellers. Don Rickles and Charlie Chaplin – I’d with different political figures in American history. love to do a half-hour sitcom with them. We’ve got the beginning I’ll do Reagan vs. Barack Obama. [In pitch-perfect Ronald of a new television show. Reagan] Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall. Barack Obama would If you could relive one point in your professional have said [in spot-on Obama voice], We believe that barriers of career, what would it be? any kind act as an obstruction to people’s good relationships… Maybe staying in the Lincoln Bedroom and having dinner with I take people from the past and update them – Jimmy Stewart [President George H.W. Bush]. Boy, I don’t think I would want talking to Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. [Enter Mr. to relive all of it. It was too intense. I’d say my first show on SNL Stewart] You’re worse than Mr. Potter, aren’t ya? Yeah. Ya got where a few things I did worked really well was a high point. I the three-star rating on the bad mortgage securities, didn’t ya. was like, wow, maybe I can really do this. Then you sold ’em to your clients. But ya knew they were no Have you ever regretted passing up David Letterman’s good so you shorted ’em. You bet against ’em, didn’t ya? late-night TV spot in ’93? My kids go, ‘Dad you could have done whatever you wanted. We didn’t really care.’…But my emotional makeup and who I am…I would not be able to do that and just be present to my family…There’s so much life force that goes into doing an hour of television a day…I have no regrets about that. Because it all just passes in the night anyway…Oprah was bigger than U.S. Steel and Jupiter combined, and now at 4 o’clock, there’s no…it just moves quickly. I noticed that with Johnny Carson. I remember my kids going, ‘Who’s Johnny Carson?’ So you have to enjoy your time on the planet. A legacy, ego, power. If you really, really, really want to have a power base and a lot of, lot of, lot of money, a talk show is a good idea. But how much do you need? Who am I, Donald Trump?...I shop at The ey rv Ca d Dana Mike Myers an ld in Wayne's Wor
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Gap, mostly, and Banana Republic. I don’t really like fancy things. It’s just my own personality. You can only take one road… Did you ever do characters for your kids to make them laugh? No, not really. They would make me laugh, mostly. We raised them as normal as possible…There was nothing around that indicated I was in show business…They did, actually, at one time find some of my awards in a box in the basement…when they were, like, 12. And when I came home they had them all out…Eventually, their friends had seen Wayne’s World, and they kind of put it all together. And now both of them may want to be…in show business. I may be moving back to LA at this late day and age. Then I can work without conflict. When [I was] on the road, I never would go for more than a few days. It will be different when they’re both out of high school, and they’re both in LA…We did everything to keep them away from [show business], but it pulled them back in. What advice would you give your kids about the business? I would tell this to anyone: Don’t do it for the money or the fame. The odds are against you. There is luck involved…Focus on doing the assigned task well…If you want to do standup, see how good you can get at it. That’s still the way I think. I’m just trying to get better or do it more interesting… I’m doing some stuff now that’s just in a different wheelhouse than what I would have done before…It’s like trying to catch the wind…It’s forever interesting. You mentioned spirituality as a topic in your show. How do you relate to it? I’m probably fairly agnostic. The emotionality you get with the love of your children is what kind of connects me to religiosity. Because it’s completely irrational why I would care about these people the way I do. It’s visceral, and it’s not intellectual…I’m totally open-minded [about religion] – like, whatever gets you through the night. The thing that fascinates me is where science and religion coexist… That everything that makes [us] up came from stars. And eventually our star will blow up and everything that makes up you and I will go back to stars…If that’s not a, hey, what the f---, I don’t know what is…Kids don’t philosophize as much; as you get older, you do. I think there’s a lot of funniness in how much we try to philosophize and sort of figure out what the hell we’re doing here and what’s the meaning of it all. Anything in the works for you? A bunch of little different things. Now that I can stay in LA for an extended period of time, starting next summer [after Thomas graduates from high school]. That would be my first opportunity to develop a TV or film project. I have a few things I’m working on now, but of course, I would jinx them. But I am considering doing [something] about a reporter who covers entertainment in Southern Florida. I appreciate your time. It’s been really fun. I’ve enjoyed it very much. Thanks for having me. I’m going to podcast our conversation. [Nervous laughter] Tell me you’re not. I’m not, but I just thought of it. That actually’d be funny. Just call it Interview and put it on iTunes for free and go on a talk show and just promote it. Here are some of my interviews… And that’s how Dana Carvey turns the tables on an interviewer.
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STROLLS THROUGH DELRAY BEACH OUR NEW MONTHLY FEATURE TRAVELS TO DELRAY BEACH, WHERE WE SAMPLE THE BEST IN DINING, ENTERTAINMENT AND THINGS TO DO. (WITH OCCASIONAL STOPS FOR REFRESHMENT) BY THOMAS SWICK “Let’s step into my office,” Bruce Gimmy said, walking out
of The Trouser Shop and heading to two plastic chairs on the sidewalk. He was wearing striped shorts – red, black, green, white, yellow, pink – and a tape measure around the neck of his polo shirt. “When I bought the store this was a four-lane road,” he said, referring to Atlantic Avenue inches from our elbows. “There were wires up above.” That was in 1985. Today, two of the lanes are used for parking, which slows the traffic and allows passengers to take in, among other things, the hats hanging from Gimmy’s awning. It also makes for quieter sidewalk chats. And now the only things crossing the blue Florida skies are the branches of oak trees. The mastermind behind the transformation, everyone will tell you, was Chris Brown, director of the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency through most of the 90s. I had walked Atlantic Avenue numerous times, and had always been intrigued by The Trouser Shop, which squeezes next to a newsstand – both businesses standing like throwbacks, defiant survivors in the middle of a reenergized and increasingly aromatic street. Delray Beach has become a popular place for dining out – literally, as the tables of restaurants, cafes, bars and yogurt shops run the length of Atlantic Avenue. There are over 100 places to eat on the boulevard – cheesesteaks, cupcakes, meatballs, lobster rolls – and on NE Second Avenue in Pineapple Grove. But sprinkled among them, providing continuity and perhaps the key to the city’s extraordinary success, are homey mainstays of Old Delray. Saying goodbye to Gimmy, I headed east and walked under the maroon-and-yellow awnings of The Colony Hotel. The dimlylit lobby was painted turquoise and coral, shades that managed cityandshore.com
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to dazzle and subdue simultaneously. Wicker chairs dotted the open spaces, and two Highwaymen paintings hung near the reception desk. When I asked to see a room, a cheerful young woman took me to the second ďŹ&#x201A;oor in the hotelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original 1926 elevator. In the bathroom she showed me the shampoo dispenser. The octogenarian lodging was eco-friendly. Across the street, authentic-looking Neapolitan pizzas were emerging from a wood-burning oven. The name of the pizzeria was Scuola Vecchia (Old School). I turned around (I was meeting a friend at Dada on Swinton Avenue) and walked up to Huber pharmacy which, at 100, was as old as the city (though it had not spent its century at this location). I crossed the street, then the railroad tracks, passing more restaurants until I came to 106
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THREE HOME DESIGN GEMS Delray Beach is more than trendy restaurants and art galleries. It’s also a great place for home décor. Here are three places Design Writer Charlyne Varkonyi Schaub suggests you must visit: ABC CARPET & HOME 777 S. Congress Ave., 561-279-7777, www.abchome.com. This outpost isn’t as large as its famous Manhattan sibling, but it has the same sophisticated style. You will find one of the best selections of area rugs in all styles from Pakistan, India and Nepal; lighting and accessories; a variety of classic Italian and Egyptian linens; and furniture collections by Barbara Barry, Herman Miller and the Keno Brothers. THE BEACHED BOAT CO. 206 NE Second St., 561-278-3130, www.beachedboat.com. If you are looking for tasteful beach-themed design, this is your Mecca. Former sea captain Jimmy Deitch and his wife, Patty McWilliams, are in their 11th year in this location selling sea-glass colored coastal cottage furniture made in Maine, wicker, rattan, colorful area rugs, rug-covered ottomans, beach-themed accessories, dishes and glassware. QUIGLEY MAGUIRE COLLECTIONS 301 Pineapple Grove Way, 561-450-7471, www.quigleymaguire.com. This is the kind of shop that designers would like to keep secret. Owners Karen Quigley and Frank McGuire have put together an eclectic combination of furniture ranging from beachy to traditional. There’s everything from area rugs, to large beach art of shells and framed historical Delray photos to glass tables and vintage pieces. —Charlyne Varkonyi Schaub
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Old School Square, a sort of village green with the added attraction of a cultural arts center. Reaching Swinton I caught a whiff of fries, and a frisson from the Fifties, as Doc’s All American burger joint appeared on my left. Dada was the anti-Doc’s, with artwork on the walls and tables in the front garden and couches on the spacious porch, where I sat with Michiko. The Japanese have had a small but long presence in Delray, starting with the Yamato Colony of farmers who arrived in the early 1900s. (Yamato is the ancient name for Japan, and the signs for Yamato Road must tickle Japanese scholars who drive I-95.) It was the last member of this community who left his land (and, as it turned out, his name) for what is today the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens. Michiko’s father, Hoichi Kurisu, designed and built the gardens, and she came down in the late 90s to record, on film and in photographs, his monumental achievement. She also created the art installation that adorns the south side of the Atlantic Avenue bridge. Michiko filled me in on more delights of Old Delray: Hand’s Stationers (“since 1934”), Delray Camera Shop (and its beloved Lab, Rufus), the Mercer Wenzel department store, the former policeman who does an Elvis show every Thursday night at Johnnie Brown’s (the popular place by the railroad tracks named for Addison Mizner’s pet monkey). And she enlightened me about some of the newer attractions: the Arts Garage in Pineapple Grove (hosting a variety of cultural events), Kevro’s Art Bar on the South Side, the Swinton Community Garden (which she is the coordinator of). Delray appeared to have that rare ability to look to the future without losing touch with the past. Michiko also marveled at the proliferation of nail salons in strip malls around town. “There’s no excuse,” she said smiling, “to have a bad manicure or messy toes in Delray.” 108
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DINING DELRAY Delray Beach is a great place for dining. Here are four places recommended by dining writers Rebecca Cahilly and Jan Norris. 32 EAST 32 E. Atlantic Ave., 561276-7868, www.32east. com. An award-winning chef and daily changing menu keep this sophisticated establishment at the top of our list. You will enjoy flavorful, unique - but not over-the-top “comfort food” served by a well-informed, attentive staff in an upbeat environment. – R.C.
MAX’S HARVEST 169 NE Second Ave., 561-381-9970, www. maxsharvest.com. Steps from the hustle and bustle of Atlantic Avenue is this charming eatery, which focuses on farmto-fork dishes comprised of the freshest ingredients gathered under sustainable farming practices. It’s the way food should be. – R.C. SOLITA DELRAY 25 NE Second Ave., Delray Beach, 561-8990888. An experience – not just a meal – awaits diners at Dining in the Dark dinners hosted by SoLita in Delray. While some find the dark
room mere novelty or disconcerting, those who open their minds and other senses are rewarded with a one-ofa-kind eating concept. By reservation only. – J.N. SPOONFED 217 E. Atlantic Ave., 561-336-1226. This new hot spot is quickly making a name for itself, if only for its fabulous homemade pasta and Italian-inspired dishes served under the “rustic Tuscan fare” concept. But what keeps us earlybirds camped out at a pleasant sidewalk table most mornings is the delightful breakfast and brunch; this one is one to watch. – R.C.
Michiko headed off to a meeting and I returned to the Avenue. I entered a gallery where the owner, backed by large, colorful, abstract canvases, told of moving from New York to overcome drug and alcohol addiction. (Delray has become an important recovery destination.) Farther down, vintage dresses adorned the window of A Blast from the Past and, on the next block, The Blue Anchor serenely occupied its corner. The oak-andstained-glass exterior once wrapped a pub in London’s Chancery Lane; enter, and you walk through the same doorway, according to the historical note on the back of the menu, that Winston Churchill used when he was a young, Fleet Street journalist. Lee Harrison, another Englishman, and former journalist, is now the publican. When he was let go from the National Enquirer in the mid-90s, he decided to open the pub. It seemed a natural career move. “I’d been in pubs all my life as a reporter,” he explained. His place, he said, “is the longest surviving restaurant on Atlantic. We opened six weeks before 32 East.” Over the years, Harrison has built up a loyal following of locals, thirsty journalists, and returning tourists. “I still get a kick out of it,” he said, sitting in a booth near the bar. “The humor in here is lovely. There isn’t a day when I don’t have a good belly laugh.” The fish ‘n’ chips smelled enticing, but Michiko had told me about a place she liked in Pineapple Grove, so I headed back to NE Second Avenue. To work up my appetite I walked past the restaurant and continued down the street dotted with eateries and wine bars and even a bookstore, Murder on the Beach. Added to the city’s impressive list of events – Festival of the Arts, Garlic Fest, Delray Affair, Chris Evert-Raymond James Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic at the Delray Beach Tennis Center – is the Palm Beach Poetry Festival, held every January in the Old School Square Cultural Arts Center. Max’s Harvest was a small place with an open kitchen and a high ceiling and vintage black-and-white photographs of county farmers. The decorations went well with the philosophy of “farm to fork” I sat outside next to a Key lime tree and ate Deviled Heritage Hen Farm Eggs (with truffle sea salt) followed by tender octopus in a marvelous salsa mixed with white beans. Finished, I went across the street to Brulé, an intimate bistro where the waitress was so friendly, explaining the dishes as they came out of the kitchen, that I ended up buying a chocolate chip cookie. I returned a few days later, with my wife, to have dinner at 32 East. Opened in 1996, it was the harbinger of the city’s restaurant scene, and 15 years later, it is still setting the standard. We began with sublime fish tacos and figs wrapped in oven-roasted prosciutto, followed by filet mignon and mangrove snapper in a lemongrass-soy broth with soba noodles and pickled daikon. George Morikami would have approved. After dinner, we took a stroll down the Avenue alive with people. Saturday night in Delray Beach. Sidewalk tables were filled with diners, and crowds spilled out from Johnnie Brown’s terrace. The Trouser Shop was closed, but a man sat on the porch of The Colony Hotel playing Spanish guitar to an appreciate audience. Reaching The Blue Anchor, we entered like Churchill and ordered a nightcap. ■ cityandshore.com
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EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN AND THAT, MY FRIEND, CAN INCLUDE YOU. GO AHEAD AND RESOLVE TO LOSE WEIGHT, GET HEALTHY, LOOK BETTER — THIS YEAR, YOU CAN ACTUALLY DO IT. BY LORI CAPULLO
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e mean well. We make New Year’s Resolutions that we have every intention of keeping, but rarely ever do. Whether it’s going on a diet, starting an exercise program, or quitting smoking — three of the Top Ten resolutions made each year — all our promises to ourselves seem to have something to do with our health, fitness and looks. So why is it those of us who wouldn’t dream of breaking our word to another person find it perfectly acceptable to break the promises we make to ourselves? This year, change your game plan. A new you — slimmer, stronger, more physically and mentally fit, even younger looking — is distinctly possible. You may just need to change the way you go about getting to your goal. Here are some suggestions to try that not only work, but you may actually enjoy seeing them through.
YOUR NEW LOOK TIP: Try a hot new filler Feeling a little less cherub-faced than you used to? Are the inevitable effects of gravity taking a toll on your twinkle? These days, using injectables like Botox, Restylane, Perlane and Juvederm are almost as common as getting an eyebrow wax. But now there’s a brand-new alternative on the market: It’s called Xeomin and, like its predecessors Botox and Dysport, it’s used for
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banishing those pesky furrow lines from foreheads (just because you’re a thinker doesn’t mean you want everyone to know it by looking at you). Delray Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Jacob Steiger is one of the first physicians in South Florida to use it. “The product is very similar to Botox and Dysport; however, it has the potential to work better for some patients,” he says. The new product is different from Dysport and Botox because it contains no additives and doesn’t require refrigeration before use. TIP: Get a free consultation OK, so maybe the fillers have already been explored and engaged, and you need a boost in a place where fillers aren’t the solution. The idea of cosmetic surgery can be a little unnerving, but also exciting. If you’re not sure where to begin, Cosmeplast may be your answer. Having been in practice for more than 30 years, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Eugene Strasser has perfected the art of facial and body procedures, individualizing each one to the individual patient’s needs. So if you’ve always wanted to explore the possibility of a new you (or at least a few newly sculpted parts), give Cosmeplast a call and schedule a visit.
TIP: Put yourself on ‘the list’ Maybe Canyon Ranch Living came into your consciousness when you saw the celebrities who spend time at the Arizona sanctuary raving about it on Oprah. But that was back before there was a location just a stone’s throw away, in South Beach. Now you, too, can take a respite from your mile-a-minute daily routine and indulge in the luxe treatments performed in Canyon Ranch’s 70,000-square-foot spa, gourmet spa cuisine (including vegan and gluten-free choices), and if you’re up for a little staycation, a comfy suite in a beachfront guestroom. Sound like a special treat? Well, it is. And there’s no reason why a New Year’s resolution has to translate as self-denial. After all, you give all you’ve got to work, family and loved ones all year; why not do something for yourself as a reward? You deserve it — and you’ll be a better person for it.
TIP: Step up your beauty routine There is a range of products out there today for every budget, skin type and lifestyle, and now there are even products that claim not only to prevent but actually to reverse signs of TIP: Get support aging. It can be downright confusing to try to figure out what Donna Goldstein knows what it’s like to struggle with weight. to use — not to mention expensive, especially if you select the wrong or ineffective formulations. So get thee to an At 5’2”, she hit a top weight of 195 lbs. and developed joint expert who can properly advise you what will work best for problems that made her realize it was time to do something. you. Tammy Fender has built a devoted following who live for At the recommendation of her doctor, she joined the Take Shape for Life program, and lost 70 lbs. in seven months. her custom-blended formulations. Her stance on beauty and “I’ve maintained my ideal weight for three and a half years wellness is rooted in the traditions of holistic medicine, and now,” she says. she draws on pure, high-vibrational and balanced ingredients In fact, Goldstein believed so strongly in the power of to develop her skin-care products. Everything necessary for the program that she is now a Take Shape for Life Health a complete skin-care regimen, from cleansers to correcting Coach and National Director. The program, developed at treatments to moisturizers to serums and oils, is available at Johns Hopkins University Hospital, allows six meals a day her Palm Beach spa and online at www.tammyfender.com. so blood sugars remain stable. The support system is a key element in the success of those who follow the plan. TIP: Make a lifestyle overhaul So if your past yearly resolution list has included losing It may sound simplistic to say so, but “lifestyle” is the broad weight, and you’ve been trying to do it solo, now’s the time term for how we set the tone for our overall physical and to check out what Goldstein, who has a doctorate in Adult mental health, and JothiVita Ayurvedic Spa & Wellbeing Education and Human Resource Development, already Center is the first lifestyle management center of its kind in knows firsthand: support makes all the difference. Hollywood. “Jothi in Sanskrit means ‘light’ in the east, and vita This is true for both your diet and your exercise plan. But means ‘life’ in the west, so the idea is to marry east and west, maybe you don’t have anyone you can call a workout buddy, says Luz Pellegrino, founder of JothiVita. By doing that, we're and the idea of sweating and jiggling in a gym full of he-men lighting the path to wellness. doesn’t appeal to you. Joyce Chew, owner of J&R Fitness in Ayurveda originated in India and is based on the premise Boca Raton, gets it. “There are two reasons people don’t lose that through proper diet, herbal supplements, exercise and weight,” she says. “One is a lack of accountability, and two spiritual practices, a person can maintain optimal general is, [they make] excuses. Most people make their resolutions health. But JothiVita also addresses specific problems, with good intentions, but they’re not held accountable to such as obesity. “We don’t promote a weight-loss program anyone except themselves.” At Get in Shape for Women, per se — we believe anyone who is healthy and who has you make a commitment to someone other than yourself, a balance will get to his or her perfect weight,” Pellegrino and with this partnership comes accountability. “Women says. “We go to the root and customize your diet according share a lot of the same health and nutritional issues,” Chew to your body constitution. Within a month or two, you may explains. “They are generally the ones who control the eating see that you’re losing weight, but the ultimate goal is to habits of the household. What better way to share ideas, make you feel good and feel happy. implement healthy eating habits, and have the support of Classes are available to anyone interested in learning other women than to participate in a program surrounded what Ayurveda is about, along with workshops and even by your peers?” The GISFW women-only studios are small weekend retreats where the teachings are more in- and upscale, provide group camaraderie, certified training depth and attendees learn to incorporate and adjust the in strength and cardio, nutritional counseling and, Chew principles of Ayurveda into their routine. says, “a heavy dose of accountability.”
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Take Shape For Life, contact Dr. Donna Goldstein, 954-893-0123, www.Dr.Donna.tsďŹ&#x201A;.com
Cosmeplast, 1505 N. University Drive, Coral Springs, 954-755-3888, www.cosmeplast.net
Get In Shape For Women, 9186 Glades Road, W. Boca Raton, 561-4774774, www.getinshapeforwomen.com
Canyon Ranch Hotel & Spa, 6801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-5147000, www.canyonranch.com
Dr. Jacob Steiger, 4800 Linton Blvd., Delray Beach, 561-499-9339, www.drsteiger.com
JothiVita, 500 N. Federal Highway, Hollywood, 954-237-3500, www.jothivita.com
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IN HONOR OF A YEAR THAT ENDS IN 12, WE’VE GOT 12 PLACES FOR YOU TO VISIT IN FLORIDA
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Apalachicola A quiet gateway to
Amelia Island Road trip! Sure, you can fly to Jacksonville,
but then you miss out on the changing landscapes of I-95 or, if you’ve really got time, the hodgepodge of beach towns along the coast. (It’s too late to catch a shuttle launch, but the Kennedy Space Center on Merritt Island still welcomes visitors.) By the time you reach your destination you’ll feel as if you’ve traveled to another state – and you just about have. Here, the live oak trees drip with Spanish moss and the breakfast eggs are accompanied by grits. You have driven north to visit the South, and one of the prettiest towns in Florida: Fernandina Beach. Just off the main street, one of the state’s oldest lodgings – the Florida House Inn – is back in business (after being closed for a spell) and you can spend your nights in the same room José Martí slept in when he was a guest here in 1893.
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at our back door. There is no better refuge from the crush of South Florida than this watery expanse of flora and fauna. You can spend a weekend camping or a day hiking – and you don’t have to stay on any trails, you can go plodding off until you’re up to your knees in water. (Some people prefer doing this with a knowledgeable ranger.) You can come out during a full moon (the park is open 24 hours) and watch from the safety of raised boardwalks the nocturnal goings-on of gators. Or just stare up at a sky suddenly garish with stars.
the Panhandle, built at the mouth of the Apalachicola River. Oysters are what it’s known for – a few town driveways are paved with crushed shells – and the shrimp aren’t bad either, as you’ll probably surmise sitting at Boss Oyster and seeing the shrimp boats docked outside. The Florida Seafood Festival – billed as the state’s “oldest maritime event” (this year’s will be the 49th) – takes place here every November. And in the middle of town sits The Gibson Inn, with wrap-around porches and a widow’s walk around a cupola.
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Speaking of gators. This is Florida’s only pure college town (Tallahassee’s got legislators to go with its professors) and watching a football game in The Swamp is a riveting autumn ritual. The stately buildings of the campus conjure up images of an Ivy League school that has been plopped down among palms and live oak trees. Outside of town, to the north and south, are many of the state’s over 700 springs, providing relief from exams and other grim facts of life.
The Keys Strung together by bridges, these are the islands of escape, of water and
sky, of boating and fishing, of eating and drinking. As soon as you enter Key Largo, you’ve left the mainland behind, and with it your habitual way of being. Whether you’re staying at a luxury resort in Islamorada or paddling in a kayak around mangrove islands, you’ve entered the world of relax. At the end of the road sits the capital of resignation: Key West. Though once a day people drum up enough energy to celebrate the sunset.
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Lake Wales This hamlet is the home of Chalet Suzanne, a hotel that appears like a Toyland in central Florida. The landmark has been in the same family since its opening in 1931. It has 26 rooms, a landing strip for private planes, a celebrated restaurant, and the Little Swedish Bar, whose dark, intimate interior makes it one of Florida’s great, if modest, watering holes. And not far away from the chalet stands the famous Bok Tower, a 205-foot carillon that lords over a garden designed by Frederick Law Olmsted Jr.
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Miami The Magic City just keeps adding on. For years there were Coral Gables and Coconut Grove. Then South Beach got hot. Then it got old – or at least expensive, and some people moved across the water to the Design District. This was followed by a migration to Wynwood, where colorful murals and innovative galleries state Miami’s right to be taken seriously as a center of visual arts. Midtown came along around the same time, and now downtown – yes, downtown – is brimming with condos, hotels, cafes, restaurants, gastropubs, wine bars. This spring watch for the resurgence of Little Havana, as the new Miami Marlins play baseball under a retractable roof on the site of the old Orange Bowl.
Sanibel & Captiva
These piggyback islands are synonymous with the seashore – though one where collectors set their alarm clocks early in order to be the first on the beach to search for shells. They are also conveniently close to lesser known spits of land like Pine Island (with the gallery-rich town of Matlacha), Cabbage Key (home of the homey Cabbage Key Inn), Cayo Costa (uninhabited but sprinkled with cabins and camping areas) and, a ways to the south, Marco Island. Across the bridge sits Cape Coral, with its over 400 miles of canals, and not far away are Naples (more art) and Fort Myers, spring training home of the Boston Red Sox and the Minnesota Twins. A place for those who just can’t wait until April.
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it’s old. In this country, if you’re talking cities, you don’t get any older. But what surprises visitors is how the place is evocative not just of the 1600s, with its narrow streets and its Castillo de San Marcos, but also of the late 1800s, when Henry Flagler arrived to build the train, and the hotels, that would transform the state. The Alcazar is now a museum, and the Ponce de Leon houses Flagler College, but it’s still possible to spend a night in the Casa Monica (formerly Cordova) built in 1888.
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A well-to-do city that puts its money into culture. The opera house draws crowds during the season, and the renowned John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art spawned the Ringling International Arts Festival, which takes place in October and enjoys the participation of Mikhail Baryshnikov. The Selby Library downtown offers a rich selection of programs along with its excellent collection of books. A few blocks away, a lively farmer’s market takes place every Saturday morning. St. Petersburg-Tampa (usually said
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in the same breath, but really should count as two). Florida’s sister cities. Tampa’s Ybor City, once a neighborhood of abandoned cigar factories and struggling shops, has been revived with restaurants and clubs, while its ageless Columbia restaurant retains the feel of Old Havana. Outside the neighborhood, Bern’s Steak House continues to attract crowds with high-quality meats and a wine list longer than some novels. (And how often do you get to move to another room to eat dessert?) Across the bay, St. Petersburg is also experiencing a renaissance, with a burgeoning downtown and a new building for its worldrenowned Dali Museum. Meanwhile, two of the state’s great hotels – the Don CeSar on St. Pete Beach and the Vinoy downtown – continue their majestic reigns in pink. cityandshore.com
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Be Inspired. Be Captivated… At Florida’s first viewing of the internationally acclaimed Zimbabwean stone sculpture exhibition
Garden/Exhibit Admission: $12.95 for Adults $7.95 Kids 4-14 Garden Members and Kids under 4 FREE
Explore our 170 acres of tropical paradise:
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On display throughout the tropical landscapes of the six cultivated gardens February 18 through April 22, 2012 Open Daily 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. All sculptures available for purchase with a portion of proceeds benefitting Naples Botanical Garden.
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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 & feel beautiful on your wedding day. Six locations in Miami / Ft. Lauderdale /
Boca Raton, 31 N. Federal Hwy. Store: 954.763.9899 Salon: 954.763.6955 www.gbsbeauty.com/gbs-beauty-stores. LEVINSON JEWELERS As South Florida’s leading jeweler, Levinson Jewelers will guide you during your most exciting time. Whether it is looking for an engagement ring, wedding bands, a present for the bride & groom or gifts for the wedding party, Levinson is here to introduce you to the best style or trend for you. You can find everything bridal at Levinson Jewelers on Las Olas, 888 E. Las Olas Blvd., 954.462.8880 or www.levinsonjewelers.com. MAI-KAI RESTAURANT Voted one of the most romantic places in South Florida. Mai-Kai makes the perfect choice for your pre-wedding dinners, reception or wedding. From our tropical gardens filled with waterfalls & lush foliage to our award winning Polynesian Show, this is the place where dreams come true. 3599 N. Federal Hwy., Ft. Lauderdale, 954.563.3272, www.maikai.com.
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MODA MARIO 822 E. Las Olas Blvd. is where quality, fashion & good taste are always in style for men & women. Moda Mario carries an exclusive collection of tuxedos, suits & sportswear along with a complete collection of women’s clothing, shoes & accessories. Call 954.467.3258 or visit www.modamario.com. RIVERSIDE HOTEL on Las Olas creates weddings with only YOU in mind! Imagine walking down the aisle on the Wedding Circle with breathtaking water views; or being announced as husband & wife on the balcony of the 8th Floor Ballrooms. We accommodate Rehearsal Dinners, Ceremony, Reception & Brunch for up to 200 people. Fairy tales come true at Riverside Hotel. Visit us www.Riversidehotel.com or 954.377.0943. SARA MIQUE Sara Mique has created beautiful evening wear for the individualist for thirty years. The fun, feminine, unique designs are a favorite
for all. All garments are hand made in the stunning Sara Mique studio and can be customized in size and color. 4800 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Coconut Creek 33073, 954.531.6800, info@saramique.com. WILDFLOWER FLORIST, INC. Home of Unique Floral Designs. We are one of Fort Lauderdale’s most-trusted Florists & Event Planners. Voted “Best of The East Florist” in 2010 we can offer you the complete package be it your Wedding, Bar-Bats Mitzvah or everyday needs. Established in 1998 located at 3000 N. Federal Hwy. Plaza 3000. Ft. Lauderdale. 954.565.1717. www.wildflowersflorist.com ZOLA KELLER For over 30 years Zola Keller has been offering expert advice to brides. One stop-shopping with over 700 gowns in stock for Brides, Mother of & Bridesmaids, priced from $250 to $10,000. Sizes range from 2 to 24 & custom. In store expert alterations 818 E. Las Olas Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, 954.462.3222, www.zolakeller.com.
Fine Dining à la Carte BREAK OUT OF THE CONSTRAINTS OF CONVENTIONAL DINING AND EMBRACE A DOIT-YOURSELF ATTITUDE WITH THESE EXCITING AND UNIQUE IDEAS FOR CREATING A FINE DINING EXPERIENCE À LA CARTE
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njoying a fine dining experience doesn’t always mean you have to arrange for a babysitter, make reservations months in advance at a trendy new hot spot, and hope your precious two hours out will yield a perfect blend of fivestar service, breathtaking atmosphere and a gourmet meal worth writing home about. As anyone who enjoys good food knows, it’s not just about sustenance; it’s about the experience, and sometimes eating out fails to deliver on all fronts. This month, we had a ball discovering fabulous ways to have an equally fabulous fine dining experience on any budget — all without ever setting foot in a restaurant. Besides, this is not the time of year to sit indoors, so dust off your picnic basket, break out the wedding china, or simply grab a couple of wine glasses and join us … we’re going fine dining à la carte. GOURMET PICNIC WITH MUSICAL ACCOMPANIMENT While most states offer an outdoor concert series during the summer months, we get to enjoy them year-round. Somewhat of a well-kept secret known only to locals, the SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch series in Fort Lauderdale is one of the best ways to enjoy our delightful weather, some cool jazz and a lazy picnic on the riverbank. Meandering along the Las Olas Riverwalk, the jazz brunch is held the first Sunday of each month and features musical talent performing from four 122
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different stages, as well as plenty of grassy, pleasantly shaded areas to spread a blanket, open a bottle of wine and break out a baguette and some pâté. With the shops of Las Olas only minutes away, it’s easy to find everything you need to enjoy a gourmet family picnic. For us, a picnic centers around wine, cheese and bread, and we can’t get enough of the fresh baked breads, pastries and mini pecan pies from Gran Forno (www.granforno.com). For the wine and cheese, our new favorite is Cheese Culture, (www.cheese-culture. com) where proprietors Susan and Mitchell Phipps will guide you in your exploration of everything fromage, as well as suggest the perfect wine pairing. Knowing our penchant for blue cheeses, Susan recommended Valdeón, a Spanish blue that is salty and sharp, but creamy and approachable for most. This cheese is encased in sycamore maple leaves and is, as Susan puts it, “a real stunner!” We had just secured a warm, freshly baked baguette from Gran Forno, so Susan recommended a little French number called “Epoisses” for a softer, spreadable cheese. “This one looks like a darling little pastry but it packs a strong punch,” she warned. The rind has been soaked in brandy and, once punctured, oozes with a pungent smell but delicious creaminess — perfect for spreading on our fresh bread and washed down with a lovely 2008 Willamette Valley Vineyards pinot noir. Because we have a three-year-old cannoli connoisseur in the family, we never pass up an opportunity to pick up a few mini cannolis from Pan’E Dolce’s master pastry chef, Roberto Pacella, (www.panedolci.net). A visit to see the exquisite chocolate creations courtesy of Schakolad is also a must when on Las Olas (www.schakolad.com/chocolate), or, when picnicking with a larger crowd, how about a couture cake from East End Eats (www.eastendeatscafe.com) or a couple of lunch boxes from Eten Food Company across the street, (www.etenfood.com). Either way, you won’t be disappointed. If your picnic basket isn’t full enough already, leave room for some goodies from Mediterranean Market, a high-end meat and seafood market serving prepared sandwiches, bread, wine, pâté and cheeses for the complete picnic experience (www. shopmedmarket.com). Or, simply stop at the Gourmet Farmers’ Market — every Sunday on Las Olas and 12th Avenue — for local fruits, vegetables, cheeses, breads, honey, spices, and much more, including pies. Now all that’s left to do is grab your special someone, your children or well behaved dog, and a couple of friends and head over to the riverfront for a truly gourmet picnic lunch. cityandshore.com
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BEACH PICNIC Fancy a no-hassle beach picnic? B Hotel’s B’stro on the Beach in Fort Lauderdale will create a custom picnic to go for boat trips, beach days or anywhere else you might want to go. (www.bhotelsandresorts.com).
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CATER A FINE DINING EXPERIENCE — CHEZ YOU Entertaining in one’s home seems to be a lost art, with today’s hectic schedules and daily demands. But what better way to have a relaxing, special evening with a small group of friends and family than to have your meal catered by a professional chef? The experience is surprisingly cost effective and you just might find yourself becoming a regular client! From hors d’oeuvres and signature cocktails on your patio to a three-course customized gourmet meal in your dining room, to aperitifs and petit fours in your library, catering a dinner party at home is a lovely way to entertain…and relax. Cheese Culture, Dena Lowell Blauschild, who runs Parkland Fort Lauderdale Chef Catering company of Coral Springs with her husband, Chef Keith Blauschild, agrees. “There are so many gorgeous homes in South Florida, and this is a great way to entertain. You aren’t rushed out of your seats and can enjoy a leisurely evening in different areas of your home with your guests.” Whether it’s a romantic dinner for two, a special celebration with close friends or a full-on event, these catering companies deliver five-star service and gourmet meals for an exceptionally wonderful fine dining experience. Dish Culinary Solutions — Executive Chef Jonas Hägg provides a world-class culinary experience in nearly every type of cuisine. For our special event, Chef Hägg and his team created a spectacular five-course Italian menu to fit our Italian Garden Party theme, completed with a three-tiered tiramisu cake. Fantastico! (www.dishculinary.com). Grateful Palate — One of the best restaurants in South Florida also offers a superb catering experience. They are well versed in private functions and small parties, which makes for a truly memorable experience. (www.thegratefulpalate.com). Parkland Chef Catering — Attention to detail and unique customized menus tailored to your vision are what set this team apart and give them rave reviews time and again. (www.parklandchef.com). WHAT THE HECK, CHARTER A YACHT For the ultimate in fine dining and overall luxury living, why not take advantage of the water on your doorstep and charter a yacht — complete with captain, stewardess and even a chef — for the day or weekend? Picture this: You and up to 11 of your dearest friends pack your bags for the weekend and arrive at the docks to meet your private yacht, where you are greeted by your personal — and very professional — crew. At once your bags are 124
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whisked from you, replaced with a frosty beverage and a tempting canapé, and you are then escorted to the sun deck as the crew prepares the boat for an evening sunset cruise along the Intracoastal. More libations, more delightful snacks, and, after freshening up in your private stateroom, you return to the aft deck to sit at a gorgeous dining table and Zuma at the enjoy an exquisite gourmet dinner. Epic Hotel The following few days bring more of the same — sunshine, friends, gourmet meals to satiate your inner foodie and a personal crew to cater to your every whim. You might enjoy a cruise around Star, Palm or Hibiscus Islands in Biscayne Bay, and maybe anchor at Monument Island for a refreshing dip in the water. Perhaps one evening you hit South Beach and try out some of the great restaurants like Zuma and Area 31 at the Epic Hotel in Brickell (www.epichotel.com), or enjoy the day’s fresh catch grilled to perfection by your chef on the flybridge. Dhardra Blake runs Luxury Day Charters (LuxuryDayCharters.com), which specializes in yacht charters of seven days or less, and can tailor an itinerary to suit your taste and lifestyle. Whether you plan a 4-hour cruise or a long weekend in the Bahamas, Luxury Day Charters has a great fleet of private yachts from which to choose, depending on your budget. With prices that range from $2,000 to $15,000 a day and up (plus expenses such as food/alcohol, dockage, gratuity & sales tax), plus expenses, chartering a yacht is a bit pricier than a gourmet picnic lunch, but, when shared among 12 friends and marked by the best service, food DISH and ambience you could ask for, it’s a worthwhile and memorable fine dining alternative.
Broccoli Walnut Pasta
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Salt for pasta water, plus more to taste
8 oz. penne pasta 2 Tbsp. olive oil 2 Tbsp. butter 1 lb. broccoli, cut into small florets 3 cloves garlic, finely cho pped ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes ½ cup walnuts, chopped ½ cup freshly shaved pec orino or parmesan, plus mor e for garnish
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Preheat oven to 375˚ . Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add salt (about 1 Tbsp.) Add pasta and cook until tender. Drain pas ta but save water for step #3. 2. Meanwhile, add oil, garlic and broccoli to sauté pan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasion ally, about 3 minutes. Add salt, but ter and red pepper flakes and coo k/stir for another minute.
3. Add ½ cup of the pasta water to the broccoli. Cover, red uce heat and
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4. Meanwhile, sprea d walnuts on a baking sheet and ove n bake until toasted, about 5 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
5. Add drained pasta to broccoli, toss to combine. Add walnu ts and cheese. Serve hot or warmed for a picnic and top with freshly grated cheese just before serving. Serves 4
CHASE A FOOD TRUCK If you’re not quite in the mood for a weekend cruise or a catered in-home dinner; in fact, if your schedule hardly permits you the luxury of regular evenings out to try new restaurants, we suggest you look into the food truck scene. It took us a while to get over our initial aversion to the idea of being served gourmet meals from a truck, but the concept has caught on such that many of these trucks are manned by 5-star chefs trying out a new concept — without a brick-andmortar restaurant behind them. Jochen Esso runs Gourmet Truck Expo, a company that organizes food truck events in South Florida. “I work with over 120 trucks,” he says, “and many deliver very high quality food, not the garden variety fast-food burger.” Each food truck is an individually owned small business, some owned by established restaurants. Gourmet Truck Expo finds great locations and gets a good lineup of trucks together to offer a nice variety to the customers. Look for food truck gatherings at farmers and crafts markets and outdoor concert series — an upcoming series of free concerts in Boynton Beach is where we’re headed next, plastic forks in hand — or follow Gourmet Truck Expo on their website, www.gourmettruckexpo.com. ■ cityandshore.com
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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.
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American Big City Tavern 609 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954727-0307. Comfortable, just like the old-time taverns it’s meant to evoke. The modern American menu includes very good meat and seafood. Moderate-expensive. Lunch, dinner. Reviewed 6/17/11. – J.T. } Brimstone Woodfire Grill 14575 SW Fifth St., Pembroke Pines, 954-4302333. At Brimstone Woodfire Grill, we offer “top-of-the-line” steaks and fresh seafood. Our steaks are from Black Angus cattle that are Midwestern-corn fed. The variety in our menu allows us to appeal to a broad range of guests, with eclectic offerings for both lunch and dinner. With an exceptional wine list to match, the menu caters to those looking for lighter fare, as well as those seeking the classic steakhouse experience.
Pompano Beach, 954-782-7000, www. jmarksrestaurant.com. J. Mark’s offers incredible food at casual prices. You’ll be impressed with the extensive menu featuring the freshest fish and Certified Angus Beef Steaks/Prime Rib. J. Mark’s warm, glowing atmosphere, along with attention to detail in both cuisine and service, makes it a memorable dining experience. Join us inside our gorgeous dining room or outside on our breezy covered patio. Call-ahead seating is accepted, but not necessary. We specialize in large and small parties, serving Lunch, Dinner, Mid-day and Late-Night menus. Outside bar and Happy Hour twice a day. Market 17, Fort Lauderdale
Mojo 4140 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, 954-568-4443. Fine preparation of updated contemporary classics from escargot and Caesar salad to crab cakes, steaks and pasta. Moderate-expensive. Dinner. Reviewed 5/6/11. – J.T.
} Grille 66 & Bar 2301 SE 17th St. Causeway, Fort Lauderdale, 954-728-3500, www.grille66andbar.com. May 2011 Sun-Sentinel Four Stars. Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2007-10, “Where the food lives up to the view.” Grille 66 is a Four Star restaurant that specializes in Prime Aged Steaks, Pasta, Seasonal Fish & Fresh Seafood and our famous Salads & Appetizers. Award-winning Chef Michael Siegel’s creations are featured daily, making us uniquely the finest dining experience in Fort Lauderdale. The restaurant combines breathtaking water views with a warm, upscale and inviting ambience, unobtrusive service, exquisitely prepared cuisine, homemade desserts and superb presentation. Featuring Fort Lauderdale’s finest Happy Hour, 5-7 p.m. Daily, 2-1 Drinks, Domestic Beer, Selected Wines and Classic Appetizers at Half Price. Located on the property of the Pier 66 Hyatt Regency Hotel. Reservations 954-728-3500. We cater to corporate events, weddings and rehearsal dinners, with special lunch menus for parties of 50 or more. Himmarshee Bar & Grille 210 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-5241818. This oasis on a street known for its bar scene features a solid new American menu with very good seafood. Moderate-expensive. Lunch, dinner. Reviewed 3/11/11. – J.T. } J. Mark’s Restaurant 1245 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, 954-390-0770 and 1490 NE 23rd St.,
Michele’s Dining Lounge 2761 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-533-1919. This family owned and operated restaurant’s strip-mall location on Fort Lauderdale’s Oakland Park Boulevard — and its unassuming signage — bear no hint to the glamour and, dare we say, luxurious experience that awaits within. But once inside you are greeted by, yes, the friendliest of staffs, as well as a décor that easily can be described as Hollywood chic. We can recommend the grilled Caesar salad, a contemporary twist on the traditional Caesar, served as a roasted heart of Romaine and drizzled with a garlic lemon aioli and topped with grated parmesan. One of our Best New Restaurants of 2011. Reviewed Sept/ Oct 2011. – R.C.
} Rare Las Olas 401 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-527-3365, www.rarelasolas.com. New York Prime introduces Rare Las Olas, located one block west of Federal Highway. Contemporary and upscale, Rare merges the vibe of South Beach with New York Prime-quality food, serving only the best USDA Prime steaks. Reservations accepted. Runyon’s 9810 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs, 954-752-2333. Old-school steakhouse with generous cuts of beef and great seafood appetizers. Moderate-expensive. Lunch, dinner. Reviewed 7/30/11. – D.S. } Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 2525 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, 954-565-2338; also at 225 NE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton, 561-392-6746. Casual, elegant dining in a warm, inviting atmosphere with genuine hospitality. Great for foodies, late-night dining or a romantic or special occasion. Complimentary valet and vibrant bar scene. Private room available.
Market 17 1850 SE 17th St. Causeway, Fort Lauderdale, 954-835-5507. Chef-driven, farm-to-table restaurant. Florida shrimp fritters and pan-basted Florida red snapper among highlights. Expensive. Dinner. Reviewed 1/28/11. – J.T.
} Village Tavern 14555 SW Second St., Pembroke Pines, 954-874-1001. Bringing people together, Village Tavern celebrates classic American food, elevating traditional tavern standards with a wide-ranging menu, stellar service, handcrafted cocktails and an award-winning wine list. Village Tavern is your neighborhood
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dining guide spot for a business lunch meeting, a romantic night out, drinks with friends or a relaxing Sunday brunch with the family.
3800 Ocean, at the Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Resort & Spa
Italian Philomena’s 906 S. Powerline Road, Pompano Beach, 954-917-7778. Everything is deliciously homemade. Double-cut stuffed pork chop and braciola among highlights. Must RSVP. Moderate-expensive. Lunch, dinner. Reviewed 3/18/11. – J.S. } 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, 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 to 7 p.m. for a mouthwatering “10 for $10” – a selection of gourmet Bar Bites and signature cocktails for just $10 each.
Mediterranean } Sage French Café & Oyster Bar 2378 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, 954-565-2299; and 2000 Harrison St., Hollywood, 954-391-9466, sagehollywood@ gmail.com. Experience superb French cuisine with a casual French bistro ambience. Enjoy ultra-fresh seafood, prime meats and decadent crêpes. Our oysters are flown in daily and go well with our well-priced wine list. Chef Laurent will wow you with his creativity, from appetizers to dazzling desserts. Open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.
Seafood } Billy’s Stone Crab Restaurant 400 N. Ocean Drive, Hollywood, on A-1-A, 954-923-2300 or 800-435-2722. World famous, with a view! Now in its fourth decade in business, Billy’s Stone Crab Restaurant and Market is a South Florida institution offering some of the freshest stone crabs and seafood. Specialties include stone crab claws, Key West pink shrimp, Florida lobster, fresh Florida fish, as well as steaks and chicken. Billy’s second-floor dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows has a magnificent view of the Intracoastal Waterway, capturing its nightly yacht parades as well as outdoor dining on
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their dock. Open for dinner and lunch daily. Nationwide shipping. Private party room available. For more information about Billy’s or to order online, visit www.crabs.com or call 800-4FLCRAB. } 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. PALM BEACH COUNTY
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3800 Ocean Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Resort & Spa, 3800 Ocean Drive, Singer Island, Riviera Beach, 561-340-1795, www.3800oceanrestaurant.com. Chef Dean Max makes a point to offer farm-to-table dishes, working alongside local hydroponic farmers to source many of his ingredients. Based on cuisine described as “Modern American Seafood,” the daily-changing menu is well rounded and moderately priced. One
of our Best New Restaurants of 2011, we can recommend the Ahi Coconut Tuna Ceviche, a play on traditional ceviche that, upon first bite, instantly transports the lucky diner to an exotic island paradise: fresh ahi tuna in a delicate coconut milk sauce with serrano peppers and a touch of cilantro. Served in a coconut and topped with cool watercress, this appetizer is, simply, a happy-maker. Reviewed Sept/Oct 2011. – R.C. BurgerFi 6 Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach, 561-278-9590. This growing South Florida-based franchise serves incredible burgers, house-made custard and craft beer in a comfortably modern setting. Lunch, dinner. Reviewed 10/14/11. – J.T. buccan 350 S. County Road, Palm Beach, 561-8333450. This place is shaking up the quiet city of Palm Beach, with its great location, hip atmosphere and small plates of amazing creations. Chef/co-owner Clay Conley is quickly becoming something of a celebrity chef; his impressive culinary experience and travels having influenced the menu offerings at this “Progressive American Grill.” One of our Best New Restaurants of 2011. Reviewed Sept/Oct. – R.C. Chops Lobster Bar Royal Palm Place, 101 Plaza Real S., Boca Raton, 561-395-2675, www.ChopsLobsterBar. com. A deservedly popular restaurant that
dining guide 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. DIG 5199 Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach, 561-6380500. Unusual organic gourmet dining and imbibing in a friendly atmosphere and at an affordable price. Moderate. Lunch, dinner. Reviewed 8/26/11. –C.L. DD Flats Wine Bar and Flatbread Company 5030 Champion Blvd., Boca Raton, 561-9888895. Superlative one-of-a-kind international gourmet cuisine, artful presentation and outstanding service at a surprisingly affordable price. Moderate-expensive. Lunch, dinner. Reviewed 6/2/11. – C.L. Deck 84 840 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach, 561665-8484. Great Intracoastal setting where you’ll find everything from burgers to steaks plus inventive seafood. Moderate. Lunch. Reviewed 4/1/11. – J.T. Efes Bistro Fish & Grill House 8903 Glades Road, Boca Raton, 561-4888883. Turkish cuisine at its finest, personally prepared and served in a cozy, intimate atmosphere by the chef/owner. A flawless dining experience. Reviewed 8/12/11. – C.L.
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Piñon Grill 6000 Glades Road, Suite 1390, Boca Raton, 561-391-7770. Piñon Grill made our list of Best New Restaurants for its wide-ranging menu that encourages clientele to join in on an exploration in flavor. Menu items range from traditional New York strip steak and filet mignon with béarnaise sauce to the more daring roasted chicken with Key lime sauce and pecan-crusted trout. The homemade Santa Fe chicken soup is a personal favorite, but you also can’t go wrong with any of the amazing burgers — especially the Kobe beef sliders. Reviewed Sept/Oct 2011. – R.C.
Philippe Boca 200 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, 561-393-4666, www.philippechow.com. Philippe focuses on the Beijing-style of Chinese cooking, which tends to be lighter, deeply flavorful and, of course, MSG-free. The Peking Duck is a must, carved tableside and absolutely delicious, flavored beautifully with just the right amount of crispiness. Also, don’t miss the nightly noodle show, performed by Chef Wei Ming Cheng. One of our Best New Restaurants of 2011. Reviewed Sept/Oct 2011. – R.C.
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Max’s Grille 404 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, 561-368-0080. This mostly dependable mainstay features something for everyone and an always bustling
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} New York Prime 2350 NW Executive Center Drive, Boca Raton, 561-998-3881, www.newyorkprime. com. New York Prime is the true steakhouse experience. We serve only the very best USDA Grade Prime for every cut of beef, including filet mignon. Our triple-cut lamb chops, double-rib veal chops and live Maine lobsters are also best sellers. Serving Dinner seven nights from 5-11 p.m.
Japanese cuisine mixed with the authentic influences of Chinese ingredients to create a three-part menu of dim sum, sushi and wok entrées. The stylish glass-encased rooftop atrium overlooks downtown Delray Beach and sets the tone for sophisticated Asianinfluenced dining with luxurious marble, wood and tile accents while low-lit candles create an intimate atmosphere. Call for reservations.
} Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 225 NE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton, 561392-6746. Casual, elegant dining in a warm, inviting atmosphere with genuine South Florida hospitality. Great for foodies, late-night dining or a romantic or special occasion. Complimentary valet and vibrant bar scene. Private room available.
Fifth Avenue Grill 821 S. Federal Highway, Delray Beach, 561-265-0122. A classic prime-quality steak house with a comprehensive wine list and clubby ambience. Expensive. Lunch, dinner. Reviewed 10/7/11. – C.L.
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“So the Queen of Burlesque comes to Miami and plays Uno with friends,” I said, just to make sure I’d gotten it right. I asked how her French was (she lives part of the year in Paris). She said she wished it were better. “I can say ‘I want.’ ‘I would like.’” Whatever Dita wants, I got the feeling, Dita gets. She read Henry Miller and erotic novels. “I like reading about people who are disturbed.” This was more like it from the ex-wife of Marilyn Manson. She said she was currently reading a biography of Isabella Blow, the influential fashion journalist. As the party went on behind us, I asked how long she can keep this going. “You know Gypsy Rose Lee?” she asked. “She worked until she died. “I’ve already conquered France,” she said. “Everyone in France knows who I am. I need to conquer America. People think I just walk on the carpet. They don’t know the shows I create.” Burlesque, she said, was invented in America, and yet today Americans have little appreciation of it. The same is true for jazz, I thought, which I dearly wished we were hearing. Before leaving her to her fans, I had one more question. “Do you really think people are going to travel with this kit?” “No,” Dita said unequivocally. “It’s heavy! I have mine on my bar at home.”
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BEST RESTAURANTS FOR WINE 2012 SIX SOUTH FLORIDA RESTAURANTS THAT UNDERSTAND THE WINE LIST IS AS IMPORTANT AS THE MENU BY BOB HOSMON
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ot so long ago, ordering wine in a restaurant in South Florida was not very common. You could order a glass of “red” or a “white,” if you wanted; but most people opted for cocktails, iced tea, cola, hot coffee. I suspect the aversion to choosing a bottle of wine could be attributed to several factors: people weren’t accustomed to or familiar with wine as a complement to a meal; and most wine lists featured French wines which were often outrageously over-priced or difficult for many to pronounce. But thanks to some pioneering efforts in the 1980s by restaurants like The Down Under in Fort Lauderdale and La Vieille Maison in Boca Raton, South Florida dining and wining culture began to change. Restaurants today, if they want to be noticed and patronized, have to pay as much attention to their wine offerings as they do food and service. They know it doesn’t take a 50-page wine list to make a great restaurant, but they know they do need to select wines that complement their menus and are offered in a range of fair prices. Each of these South Florida restaurants abides by those principles and has been recognized for doing so. Each, in their own way, deserves recognition not only for the wine list but their cuisine and service, too. Seasons 52 Steakhouses were once the only chain restaurants I knew that had great wine lists. Then along came the upscale Seasons 52 on the Intracoastal in Palm Beach Gardens. Named because the menu changes seasonally to reflect fresh ingredients, Seasons 52 is one of my all-time favorites for lunch or dinner. The handsomely appointed dining room offers a comfortable ambience, and I have never experienced better staff in any restaurant, chain or no chain. Favorite offerings from the eclectic menu here include the grilled asparagus, Sonoma goat cheese ravioli with roasted garlic with a glass of Brampton Sauvignon Blanc from South Africa; caramelized sea scallops with Chateau Ste. Michelle Eroica Riesling from Washington State, and grilled lamb T-bone chops with Sinskey organic Pinot Noir from California’s Carneros district. 130
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11611 Ellison Wilson Road, Palm Beach Gardens, 561-625-5852, www.seasons52. com. Other locations in South Florida include Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and Coral Gables. Coco Asian Bistro & Bar I’m a big fan of Asian cuisine but, let’s face it, Asian restaurants with decent wine lists are hard to find. How glad I am that I found Coca Asian – and what a treat it is! Chef Mike Ponluang makes killer sushi rolls and prepares superior Asian fusion cuisine, like Vietnamese-style Kurobuta pork chops, Pad Thai and spicy ahi tuna. The design of the sophisticated restaurant is a handsome tribute to the five elements of earth, metal, fire, wood and water, service is inviting and the wine list leaves nothing to be desired. Consider sushi with one of the two dozen sakes proffered, duck breast in a spicy tamarind sauce with Terrazas Malbec from Argentina, or vegetarian emerald (spinach) noodles with tofu, mushrooms, tomatoes and bean sprouts and the Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. You won’t be disappointed in whatever you order at this unique Asian winner. In Harbor Shops, 1841 Cordova Road, Fort Lauderdale, 954-5253541, www.cocoasianbistro.com City Oyster & Sushi Bar Looking for something in a comfy restaurant that specializes in seafood and has an attractive wine list (with more than two dozen offerings by the glass)? Then head to City Oyster for lunch or dinner. Located in downtown Delray Beach, this welcoming dining spot with its antique brick walls and high tin ceilings has a welldeserved reputation for satisfying its patrons. They come here for the fresh seafood, the newly arrived oysters of the day, and the wine. It’s a combination that yields a good time guaranteed for all. The oysters on the half shell pair nicely with
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The Shops at Pembroke Gardens. 14555 SW Second St., Pembroke Pines, 954-8741001, www.villagetavern.com Da Campo Osteria Located in a hotel on the Intracoastal Waterway near Oakland Park Boulevard and A1A, this casual - yet elegant – Italian restaurant is a real winner. A classy space that is well appointed with eye-catching décor and panoramic views, this is definitely one of South Florida’s most romantic spots for dining. It has all the ingredients to guarantee a memorable evening experience. Not to be missed is the starter mozzarella course, made fresh at tableside;
Truluck’s While it might be tempting for some to call this comfortable and roomy restaurant a “steak house,” it’s so much more than that. Of course, there is steak — and great steak — to be had here, but more than half of the menu is devoted to fresh seafood from the restaurant’s own fisheries and the chef updates the seafood menu every week. So while the carnivore can indulge in an outstanding Harris Ranch rib-eye the seafood lover can opt for the not-to-be-ignored chilled seafood “tower,” with shrimp, oysters, Jonah crab claws from Maine and bluecrab cocktail. The temptation to have both — and so many other dishes — is enough to encourage frequent return visits. Other
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Village Tavern There’s something as comforting as an old friend about Village Tavern. You’re attracted to the friendly and efficient service, the easy ambience,
with homemade apple chutney and the Innocent Bystander Shiraz from Australia.
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Nobilo Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand and Meridian Chardonnay from California. Match the yellowtail snapper (Florida’s best) with La Crema Chardonnay from California’s Russian River Valley (the chardonnays and pinot noirs from that region are the best) and the grilled blackened grouper with Trimbach Gewürztraminer from the Alsace region of France (it’s the perfect white to serve with spicy seafood).
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the eclectic menu — and the amazing collection of 76 wines offered by the glass. This place is a winner in anyone’s book. There’s something here for the whole family: meat, poultry, seafood, pasta, pizza, burgers and sandwiches. Many familiar offerings are presented with a fresh spin (like 10-spice glazed salmon with curried couscous and homemade potato chips with Ranch dressing). Wines also can be ordered in “tasting portions” (a perfect opportunity to sample and find out which wine you like best). I’d start the evening with teriyaki glazed scallops wrapped in bacon (with a glass of Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc from California) or hot backfin crab dip (with the organic Bonterra California Chardonnay). Then I’d move on to the prime rib with the Rosenblum California Zinfandel or the maple-cured pork chop
you’ll enjoy the show and the taste. Da Campo Osteria’s wine list includes 32 wines by the glass, and I’d opt for the Fontanafredda Barolo (it’s not every day you can order Barolo by the glass, so indulge yourself). As main courses here I’m partial to the osso buco (have another glass of Barolo), the chicken Milanese (with the Ruffino Ducale Sangiovese), and the shrimp pappardelle in a creamy basil sauce (pair this pasta delight with the Brancott Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand). The polenta fries also are an unusual and delightful side dish for the table to share. Il Lugano Luxury Suite Hotel, 3333 NE 32nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-226-5002, www.dacamporestaurant.com.
options include a tuna tartare “tower” as a starter course to share, blackened Florida grouper and ruby trout. And to enhance the dining experience, every wine on Truluck’s extensive wine list is available by the glass or the bottle, giving diners the opportunity to enjoy Domaine Drouhin Arthur from Oregon, Davis Bynum Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley, and Pesquera from the Ribera del Duero in Spain. The experience at Truluck’s doesn’t come cheaply — but it’s always worth it. 351 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, 561-3910755. Other Florida locations include Fort Lauderdale and Miami, www.trulucks.com.
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Robin Levinson with Christopher Sclafani, Sales Director East Region for Panerai.
Panerai watch event at Levinson Jewelers in Fort Lauderdale to introduce the newest collection from Switzerland.
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Mark Levinson, John “Footy’’ Kross, Toni and Neil Goodman and Barbara Atlas.
Mark Levinson with Heather and Adam Rosenblum.
Scot Hunter, Malcolm Resnick and Mark Levinson.
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DAOUD’S FINE JEWELRY IN FORT LAUDERDALE hosts a trunk show featuring Pamela Huizenga’s jewelry collection. A portion of proceeds from the event will benefit the Humane Society of Broward County.
Patrick Daoud and Karen Grossutti. Patrick Daoud, owner of Daoud’s Fine Jewelry; and Karen Grossutti check out some of Pamela Huizenga’s jewelry.
Pamela Huizenga shows her line of earrings to Christy Gumberg.
Maggie Lynch and Lee Hicinbothem, of Daoud’s Fine Jewelry.
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Pamela Huizenga and Patrick Daoud.
Pamela Huizenga trunk show items at Daoud’s Fine Jewelry in Fort Lauderdale.
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Diamond Ball: Gloria and Emilio Estefan.
Taste of Harbor Beach: Michael and Yzette Hooley.
Taste of Harbor Beach: Cheryl and Marco Tiapago with their godson, Xander Mirzadeh.
Cookie Johnson Personal Appearance at Nieman Marcus Fort Lauderdale: Taryn Sheir (Assistant PR Manager), Designer Cookie Johnson and Jonie Sabo (PR Manager). See interview pg.56
2nd Annual BankAtlantic Non-Profit Academy Awards presented by 2-1-1 Broward; and hosted by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino: Gregory A. Haile, Vice President with Broward College; Marcia Barry-Smith, BankAtlantic; Lynn Martinez, WSVN; Sheila Smith, CEO of 2-1-1 Broward and Jarett Levan, CEO of BankAtlantic.
Celebrity cook Steve Martorano prepares exclusive Italian dining experience with actor Dennis Farina, VIPs: Steve Martorano and Dennis Farina.
Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County: Amy Cohen and Pam Moskowitz, of Allied Kitchen & Bath.
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Ulysse Nardin unveils $1 million timepiece aboard the Lime Light, a 196-foot yacht, in Palm Beach: Rick Case, Patrik Hoffmann, Douglas Von Allmen.
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Lion Of Judah Luncheon Welcomes Celebrity Jeweler As Featured On â&#x20AC;&#x153;Real Housewives Of New Jerseyâ&#x20AC;?: Ida Leightman, Karen Zemel, jeweler Yanina Fleysher, Cindi Samson, Laura Goldblum, Lori Ben-Ezra and Lori Mizels.
Multiple Sclerosis Society Hostess Luncheon: Marie Dunn (of JR Dunn Jewelry), Lighthouse Point; Deborah DelPrete, Delray Beach.
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How well do we really know the well-known faces of Martin Schoeller’s portraits, featured in a new exhibition at the Boca Raton Museum of Art? “A photographic close up is perhaps the purest form of portraiture,” says Martin Schoeller, whose camera has captured the subtleties of some of the nation’s most famous faces. The exhibition Closeup features 48 of Schoeller’s color portraits, on display Jan. 18 to March 18 at the Boca Raton Museum of Art. The New York photographer’s portfolio runs the gamut of celebrity, from pop idols to presidents; and includes Barack Obama, Paris Hilton, Angelina Jolie, George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Bill Clinton, Andre Agassi, Donald Rumsfeld, Chris Rock and Kobe Bryant. Within the diversity of personalities, however, there’s a unity of purpose: all the portraits are taken from the same angle, with similar lighting, using the same equipment. Schoeller says he sought to have his subjects, “meet on a level platform that enables comparison, where a viewer’s existing notions of celebrity, value and honesty are challenged.” Those are the facts, on the face of it. —Kingsley Guy 138
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Martin Schoeller (German, born in Munich 1968-), George Clooney, 2007, C-print, 61 1/16 x 49 9/16 inches. Martin Schoeller: Closeup is organized and circulated by Curatorial Assistance Traveling Exhibitions, Pasadena, Calif.
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