Boca Raton Observer_JAN 2012

M

AZine AS

S

o

MaGaZine *

At i o n

BesT OVeRall

ci

fLoridA

Ag

2011

No Ifs, Ands Or Butts It’s Time To Quit Smoking Now!

The

health & Fitness Issue

Look Better Naked Essential Tips To Jump-start Your Workout

Moving Targets

For Kids With ADHD, Life’s A Struggle To Stay Focused

Racket Making A

Former Tennis Pro Anna Kournikova Talks About “The Biggest Loser,” Her Passion For Fitness And Life With Enrique Iglesias January 2012

Plus:

The Future Of medicine

Why five FAU Med Students are choosing to pay it forward

You’ve arrived.

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe is here.

Right on time.

1001 Linton Blvd. • Delray Beach • Just East of I-95 • 877-890-2433 • MBDelray.com Pictures are for illustration purposes only.© 1996-2011 AutoNation, Inc.

R O YA L O A K O F F S H O R E CHRONOGRAPH

701 S Federal Highway, Boca Raton, Florida | 561-395-3462 www.audemarspiguet.com

+$% G":YXYfU` \][\kUm 6cWU FUhcb :` ''('& )*%!'-)!'(*& KKK"75FF9F5M75FF9F5"7CA

The boutique of natural stones, porcelain, wood and engineered stones.

518 NW 77th Street Boca Raton, FL 33487 561.994.9100 www.cavastone.com

This is how far we’ll go

to detect lung cancer.

IT’S FIV E MI L LI ME T E RS I N S I Z E . It could be the start of lung cancer. And a chest X-ray can’t see it. But, at Boca Raton Regional Hospital’s Lynn Cancer Institute, we’re using the latest imaging technology – helical computerized tomography or spiral CT – to detect lung masses at their earliest and potentially most curable stage. According to a recent study in the New England Journal of Medicine, spiral CT can reduce lung cancer mortality for patients by 20 percent versus those who receive standard X-rays.

O UR LUN G C ANCE R S C RE E NI NG P RO GRAM is available for smokers between the ages

of 55 and 74, with a 30-pack-a-year history and either are currently smoking or have quit smoking within the past 15 years. The scan is fast, easy and painless. No referral is necessary.

For more information about lung cancer screenings or to schedule a chest CT, please call the Lynn Cancer Institute at 561.955.6627.

701 N W 13 T H S T R E E T , B O C A R A T O N , F L 3 3 4 8 6

|

561.955.6627

|

BRRH.com

TRUST YOUR TO THE

FACE SPECIALIST and put your best face forward LUNCH & LEARN Learn the latest advances for looking younger SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25TH NOON - 2 PM Seating is Limited R.S.V.P. Today

WWW.DR RSTEIGER.COM

not an actual patient

Jacob D. Steiger, MD $OUBLE "OARD #ERTIlED &ACIAL 0LASTIC 3URGEON ,INTON "LVD q "LDG $ 3UITE " $ELRAY "EACH &, &!#% &!#%,)&43 q 2()./0,!349 q %9%,)$ ,)&43 q &!#)!, &),,%23 q &!4 '2!&4).' q "/4/8 q ,)0 %.(!.#%-%.4 q 3+). 2%*56%.!4)/. q 2%6)3)/. 2()./0,!349

Extraordinary Living in the Heart of Boca Raton Exquisite New Condos and Townhomes Starting from $674,900 200 East offers the ultimate in downtown living. Exquisite condos and townhomes only a half mile to the ocean and steps away from world class dining, theaters, shopping, and entertainment at Mizner Park and Royal Palm Plaza! At 200 East, experience unparalleled amenities; 24 hr. concierge, valet parking, resort style swimming pool, ďŹ tness center and a beautiful social club room.

200 East is now home to nationally renowned restaurant Philippe by Philippe Chow.

Designer Model Residences | Immediate Occupancy Visit our sales center today located at 200 East Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, Florida 33432 Ph. 561.368.5105

Sales center hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm.

Complimentary Valet Parking.

Broker Participation Welcomed

The Health & Fitness Issue

01.12

contents

Photo by Chris Haston/NBC

VOLUME IX ; NUMBER 1

features LOOK BETTER NAKED 42 Tips To Jump-start Your Health And Fitness Routine

62

THE FUTURE OF MEDICINE

68

NO IFS, ANDS OR BUTTS

76

Why Five FAU Students Are Choosing To Pay It Forward

It’s Time To Quit Smoking Now!

MOVING TARGETS

For Children With ADHD, Life Is A Struggle To Sit Still And Stay Focused

82

58 Making A

Racket FORMER TENNIS PRO ANNA KOURNIKOVA TALKS ABOUT “THE BIGGEST LOSER,” HER PASSION FOR FITNESS AND LIFE WITH ENRIQUE IGLESIAS

01.12

contents

VOLUME IX ; NUMBER 1

departments 25 30 42

OBSERVED HOT STUFF & THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE IT HAPPEN 25 The Buzz 30 Trends 34 La Vida Boca MEDIA BLITZ THE QUINTESSENTIAL ARTS REPORT 37 On Screen 38 In Print 42 On Scene THAT’S LIFE A GUIDE TO PERSONAL GROWTH 47 Relations 50 Parents 54 Destinations

54 110

TASTE THE DISH ON FOOD, WINE & RESTAURANTS 109 Bites 110 Recipes 112 Review 114 Listings HAPPENINGS THE ESSENTIAL SOCIAL DIGEST 133 Around Town 151 Calendar 160 Flash

151

FYI COOL CARS, LOCAL NOTABLES & REAL DEALS 169 Hot Wheels 170 Now & Noteworthy 172 At Home GIVING BACK CHARITY NEVER GOES OUT OF STYLE 176

BEST OVERALL 2011

NO IFS, ANDS OR BUTTS IT’S TIME TO QUIT SMOKING NOW!

THE

HEALTH & FITNESS ISSUE

LOOK BETTER NAKED ESSENTIAL TIPS TO JUMP-START YOUR WORKOUT

ON THE COVER: ANNA KOURNIKOVA PHOTO BY: CHRIS HASTON/NBC

169

MOVING TARGETS FOR KIDS WITH ADHD, LIFE’S A STRUGGLE TO STAY FOCUSED

Making A Racket FORMER TENNIS PRO ANNA KOURNIKOVA TALKS ABOUT “THE BIGGEST LOSER,” HER PASSION FOR FITNESS AND LIFE WITH ENRIQUE IGLESIAS JANUARY 2012

PLUS:

THE FUTURE OF MEDICINE

WHY FIVE FAU MED STUDENTS ARE CHOOSING TO PAY IT FORWARD

Volume IX, Number 1, The Boca Raton Observer, (USPS 024758, ISSN 1940-4239) is published monthly except for July by A&A Publishing Corp. Executive offices: 950 Peninsula Corporate Circle, Suite 1020, Boca Raton, FL 33487. Periodical Postage Paid at Boca Raton, FL and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Boca Raton Observer, 950 Peninsula Corporate Circle, Suite 1020, Boca Raton, FL 33487.

Peninsula Corporate Center

Call Us For Office Or Warehouse Space In Boca Raton From 350 — 35,000 Square Feet

561.997.5777 | DANBURG.COM

publisher & ceo Linda L. Behmoiras chief operating officer

Ralph Behmoiras EDITORIAL editor

Felicia S. Levine ART art director

Scott Deal graphic designer Candace Cohen

C. GLEN GED, ESQ.

�

RONDA L. ELLIS, ESQ.

�

CARLOS A. BODDEN, ESQ.

PRODUCTION production director

Candi Montaperto ADVERTISING director of account development

Personal Injury

Nicole Ruth nicole@bocaratonobserver.com

Wrongful Death

account manager

pip insurance claims

Ronnie Kaufman ronnie@bocaratonobserver.com

Real Estate & Business Law Wills, estates & trusts Asset Protection The Boca Raton Observer is published eleven times

561-995-1966 Fax: 561-241-0812 1-888-EGB-FIRM 7171 North Federal Highway � Boca Raton, Florida

a year by A&A Publishing Corp. and is direct mailed to affluent homes in Boca Raton and Delray Beach.

The Boca Raton Observer accepts no responsibility for the return of unsolicited manuscripts and/or photographs and assumes no liability for products or services advertised herein. Opinions expressed by the writers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Publisher. The Boca

Raton Observer reserves the right to edit, rewrite

www.ellisandged.com Offices in Boca Raton, cape coral and naples satellite offices in clearwater, sarasota, jacksonville, orlando and tallahassee

or refuse material. Publisher is not responsible for typographical or production errors or accuracy of information provided by its advertisers. The Boca

Raton Observer reserves the right to refuse any advertiser. Copyright © 2012 A&A Publishing Corp.

All rights reserved. No portion of The Boca Raton

Observer may be used or repoduced without the express written permission of the Publisher.

14

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

MAKE A STATEMENT WITHOUT SAYING A WORD!

FREE!! Emtek Tubular Hardware with Any Door Purchase!! (up to a $550 value) Offer Expires 02/15/2012

www.customdoorshop.com

4900 Linton Boulevard, Delray Beach (561) 496-0820 126 Center Street, B-9, Jupiter (561) 741-0603

CONTRIBUTORS writers

Liz Best Cheryl Blackerby Bill Bowen Linda Haase Emily Hall Ron Hayes Cheryl Kane Heimlich Emily J. Minor Andrea G. Rollin Dianna Smith Richard Westlund

photographers

Janis Bucher Lucien Capehart Patty Daniels Chris Haston Mike Jurus Paulette Martin Fred & Susan Mullane Munoz Photography Ralph Notaro

COMING SOON FEBRUARY •

THE LOVE & ROMANCE ISSUE Great dates, romantic travel and sexy singles

MARCH •

THE HOME & DESIGN ISSUE Fabulous interiors, gracious homes and dazzling designs

APRIL •

THE WOMEN’S ISSUE Fierce females, amazing accessories and fashionable living

16

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

A D

A Consignment Gallery Invites you to visit our new expanded multi-dealer

Decorative Arts Mall

LOCATED JUST NEXT DOOR AT

350 South Federal Highway | Deerfield Beach, Florida 33441 | 954-421-2395 aconsignmentgallery@gmail.com | Monday-Saturday 10-6 | Sunday 12-5 Contact our leasing agent Bill Emanuel for more information at 954-798-0006 or decorativeartsmall@gmail.com

FACIAL REJUVENATION SPECIALIST

Vivian Hernandez M.D., F.A.C.S. Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

The Boca Raton Observer is an entertaining and informative award-winning magazine dedicated to active, trendsetting readers living and working in the Boca Raton area. Committed to a comprehensive focus on the community, The Boca Raton Observer celebrates the businesses, charitable organizations, cultural groups, schools and leisure activities that comprise the essential Boca Raton lifestyle.

Specialist in Face, Neck, Brow & Eyelid Surgery Facial Fillers, Botox & Laser Treatments ÂŽ

Full Service Skincare Center & Permanent Make-up Accredited Surgical Facility with Overnight Suite

Member

Mail: American Society of Plastic Surgeons

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

www.DrHernandez.com ∙ 561.750.8600 ∙ 4799 N Federal Hwy ∙ Boca Raton FL

LIFE IS A Let me guide your unique journey of self-discovery and healing Dr. Caryl Keating

Individual, Couples & Family Therapy Licensed Clinical Psychologist Mind-Body Skills Workshops & Groups t 3FMBUJPOTIJQ 4FMG *NBHF *TTVFT t %FQSFTTJPO "OYJFUZ 4USFTT t #MPDLT UP 1FSTPOBM (SPXUI t (SJFG -PTT -JGF 5SBOTJUJPOT

Dr. Caryl Keating Licensed Psychologist

Boca Raton, Delray & Palm Beach | Call 561.859.6767 | www.drcarylkeating.com

18

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

For general inquiries, please contact us via: 950 Peninsula Corporate Circle, Suite 1020 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Phone: 561-982-8960 Fax: 561-994-8509 E-mail: info@bocaratonobserver.com Web: bocaratonobserver.com Facebook: boca raton observer magazine editorial Your input and comments are welcome and appreciated. Submissions should be sent to our corporate address listed above and may appear in a future issue. E-mail messages may be directed to the following addresses: editor@bocaratonobserver.com publisher@bocaratonobserver.com Letters may be edited for style and grammar.

We reserve the right to withhold any letters we deem inappropriate for publication. news, photos & events Releases and calendar items must be delivered in text format for consideration. In addition, only photographs in jpeg format with 300 dpi resolution or better that are accompanied with complete captions will be considered.

Send information via e-mail to news@ bocaratonobserver.com or mail photos to our corporate address listed above. advertising Advertising information can be obtained by calling 561-982-8960 or by e-mailing sales@ bocaratonobserver.com. Publicize your business in the local lifestyle magazine with the largest direct-mailed circulation in Boca Raton – 27,000 copies per month. Verification of circulation is made by Audit Bureau of Circulations (ABC). on the web Visit bocaratonobserver.com for highlights of our magazine and much more.

01.12 8from the publisher

I

t’s 2012 and we at The Boca Raton Observer have embraced the New Year with a vengeance! We’re particularly excited to bring you our annual January Health & Fitness issue, packed with great tips and information to help jump-start your wellness routine.

Linda L. Behmoiras

linda@bocaratonobserver.com

First, we go one-on-one with cover girl and former tennis pro Anna Kournikova, who chats about her passion for fitness, longtime boyfriend Enrique Iglesias, her Miami Beach home and life after “The Biggest Loser.” You won’t want to miss “Making A Racket” (page 58). Next, we asked some of South Florida’s most knowledgeable exercise and nutrition experts to provide their best health and nutrition tips, and then compiled an invaluable list. “Look Better Naked” (page 62) is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their well-being in the coming year.

Also, in honor of Florida Atlantic University’s new medical school, we introduce you to five first-year med students. Not only are they pioneers, but their reasons for getting into medicine are truly touching and inspirational. Meet them in “The Future of Medicine” (page 68). And do you—or does someone you know—smoke? If so, you’ll want to check out “No Ifs, Ands Or Butts” (page 76), which not only offers myriad reasons for quitting but ways to do so. Finally, on the mental health front, we take a look at the struggles of raising children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), an illness that hinders the ability to sit still and focus. Not only does it create difficulties for the child in school, in social situations and at home—but for the parents trying to help their children lead productive lives. Make sure to read “Moving Targets” (page 82).

From the entire staff at The Boca Raton Observer, we want to wish you a happy and healthy new year! I look forward to seeing you in the coming months!

Here’s to a wonderful 2012!

20

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Photo by Munoz Photography

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2012 Audi A6

2012 Audi A7

2012 Audi A8

01.12 8from the editor

O

ne New Year’s Eve many years ago, a friend and I made a pact to quit smoking.

Cold turkey.

But first, we had the brilliant idea to suck down as many Marlboro Lights as our lungs could handle. Our goal was to become so sick of cigarettes that, by January 1st, the thought of them would disgust us.

And the odds of successfully quitting the first time? Uh, not likely.

A bad habit—whether it’s smoking, overeating or some other self-destructive action—can be extremely difficult to break, especially for people who may be genetically inclined toward engaging in addictive behaviors.

Difficult, yes.

Felicia S. Levine

felicia@bocaratonobserver.com

Oh, we were disgusted alright—not to mention, nauseated, dizzy and lightheaded. A happy new year was definitely not had by all.

But not impossible.

Even worse, it was a wasted effort. My friend lit up again by January 2nd. I lasted about two weeks.

Dr. Susan Krauss Whitbourne, author of the Psychology Today (psychologytoday.com) blog, “Fulfillment at Any Age,” breaks it down into five simple steps, which can be summarized thusly:

Cigarettes were just too pleasurable to give up, we rationalized. So satisfying after meals. The perfect complement to coffee and/or cocktails.

An excellent excuse for breaks during work. And those curly plumes of exhaled nicotine always calmed our nerves in times of stress.

But cigarettes are also disgusting. They stink up your clothes, stain your teeth, wrinkle your skin, soil your breath and fill your lungs with toxic soot. And, as freelance writer Cheryl Blackerby points out in her excellent piece on quitting smoking, they’re more addictive than heroin and cocaine.

1) Determine what you really want to change— then believe you can do it.

2) Work to gain insight into the cause of the behavior.

3) Choose reasonable goals.

4) Gauge your progress and don’t be discouraged by occasional slip-ups.

5) Seek additional help if needed.

Of course, that’s just grazing the surface. Breaking bad habits takes a lot of hard work, dedication and, often times, multiple frustrating attempts.

But aren’t you worth it?

Cigarette addiction is even considered a mental illness, listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders IV (the mental-health professional’s bible) as a “Nicotine-Related Disorder.” Possible withdrawal symptoms within 24 hours of quitting include depression, insomnia, anxiety, irritability, restlessness and more.

22

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

By the way, I finally quit smoking. Fourth time (OK—24th time) was the charm.

Photo by Munoz Photography

I CAN QUIT YOU

Ring in the New Year

international

JEWELERS EXCHANGE 60 jewelers under one roof AVENTURA A | 19275 Biscayne Boulevard (One block south of Aventura Mall) BOCA RATON | Glades Road, one block west of the Turnpike BOYNTON BEACH | Corner of Boynton and Military Trail Open Tuesday - Saturday 10am-5:30pm | www.intljewelers.com

silk evolutionary change through color

new york 212 674 1144 delray beach 561 279 7777

abccarpet.com/color-reform

observed

Photo by M Style Photography

HOT STUFF & THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE IT HAPPEN

8 the buzz 8 trends 8 la vida boca

POWER IN PAIRS

FITNESS

Much has been said and written about the unique bond shared between twins and the Dadow sisters have used that connection to soar to new heights—and build a successful business.

Ann and Ali Dadow, 33, own two yoga studios in Palm Beach County appropriately called Twin Power Yoga. The first location, in Palm Beach Gardens, opened three years ago.

The second, on Clematis Street in West Palm Beach, opened last November. And they’re already looking to open a third studio in Boca Raton sometime in the future.

But for these fitness enthusiasts, yoga is much more than just a way to stay in shape. “We try to melt through the myths of yoga,” says Ann, the elder of the duo by 42 minutes. “(With our approach) you declare goals, both spiritually and physically.”

Growing up in Utica, N.Y. with their older sister, Ann and Ali discovered the effects of tragedy at the tender age of 5, when their mother died.

Their father, a physician, raised his three daughters alone. He taught them to be self-sufficient but, most importantly, he wanted them to be happy. “He’s a very proud papa,” Ali says.

Always active in sports, the sisters discovered yoga at age 23 and knew they were on to something special. “It’s such a spiritual thing with extreme love and compassion and we were

SISTER ACT: Ali (left) and Ann Dadow

looking for that because of losing our mother at such a young age,” Ann explains.

Even though both hold college degrees, they decided to literally unplug from the world and study yoga from the inside out. The result is a unique form of exercise that’s the foundation of Twin Power Yoga. They call it Yoga Life and the No. 1 rule is commitment to the philosophies. “We want to see you on the mat,” Ann says. “We help you make up your own affirmative mantra based on what your goals are.”

Self-acceptance is the path to getting the most out of their yoga style and therefore, the teachers must be mirrors of self-acceptance. But you won’t find a mirror in their studios. The sisters feel there’s already too much pressure on people—especially women—to look good. “As a result of that, there is a lot of unhappiness,” says Ali. “Happiness does not come from your outward appearance.”

To learn more about the twins’ philosophy, call 561-622-9935 or visit twinpoweryoga.com.

— Liz Best

THE BUZZ BY FELICIA S. LEVINE

8

GOT A TIP? E-MAIL THE EDITOR AT FELICIA@BOCARATONOBSERVER.COM

JANUARY 2012

25

observed8 the buzz

GIMME A

The “DIVORCE PARTY” cast

THEATER

BREAK-UP

Boca Raton resident Amy Botwinick is something of a divorce guru.

She’s written a book about the subject (“Congratulations on Your Divorce —The Road to Finding Your Happily Ever After”), appeared on TV as an expert (including “The Tyra Banks Show”) and produces a Web site that helps women navigate the often painful process (womenmovingon.com). Next up: “DIVORCE PARTY THE MUSICAL—The Hilarious Journey to Hell…and Back!,” a play premiering January 10th and running through February 19th at The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts’ Rinker Playhouse. It’s about a woman whose marriage ends, and the mother of all divorce parties her friends throw her to lessen the blow. “After years of coaching women to get through their divorce, I thought, wouldn’t it be great to give them a break from their trauma drama,” says Botwinick, who created the show with producer Mark Schwartz and playwright Jay Falzone.

“Laughter is such great medicine, along with a fresh perspective to realize you are not alone and there is life after divorce.” For more information, call 561-8327469 or visit divorcepartythemusical.com.

Amy Botwinick

PARTY PEOPLE Urban pop icon Usher and R&B diva Mary J. Michelle Betts

Blige were among the artists to show up at Vic & Angelo’s on South Beach for a private birthday party honoring songwriter and music producer Rico Love. During the evening, Love blew out the sparklers on his triple-layer cake and Usher presented his mentor with his most recent Grammy award.

Usher, Rico Love and Mary J. Blige at Vic & Angelo’s on South Beach

MEDIA

THE THINGS SHE DID

FOR LOVE

The VH1 TV hit “Tough Love: Miami,” which each season finds a different city in which to put romantically challenged women through a daunting dating boot camp, may have wrapped for the season but that hasn’t severed participant Michelle Betts’ ties to the town: The Los Angeles fitness trainer and blogger is dating Sam, the local man she met while taping. He’s the first “nice” (and only) guy she’s dated in five years. Betts, who was nicknamed “Miss Delusional” on the show, (all the women receive archetypal nicknames) wasn’t thrilled with the moniker. “I was pissed,” she admits. “But then I related the name to my dating life and understood. I’ve been attracted to bad boys my whole life and falsely thinking I could change them. (Since the show) I will never date bad boys again.” She says Miami now holds a special place in her heart. “I wasn’t expecting to like the city as much as I do. I like that people take their health and fitness seriously.”

26

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Photo by David Manero Restaurants

SPOTTED

observed8 the buzz HEALTH

THE ART OF SURVIVAL Torrey Davon Green, 34, has health insurance, but it doesn’t begin to cover the exorbitant costs of a kidney transplant—a daunting situation for a public school art teacher with limited resources. There’s the surgery, a lifetime of antirejection medications and more.

Torrey Davon Green in front of his artwork

he undergoes painful dialysis twice a week.

“When it’s over, I feel as if I’ve aged 50 years and am so weak I need a cane to walk,” says Green, who teaches at Don Estridge High Tech Middle School in Boca Raton.

But rather than be complacent, Green set up his own fundraising campaign with the aid of HelpHopeLive, a nonprofit group that assists transplant patients. He’s raised $10,000 so far— but still needs thousands more. In the meantime,

Green’s life hasn’t been the same since 2005, when his feet and stomach began to swell. After a series of doctors’ visits, the former gym fanatic was diagnosed with focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, a rare kidney disease. He took medicine, desperately hoping to stave off dialysis. But two years later, he became so debilitated, he had no choice. “I felt like I was dying,” he recalls.

STATS

For more information or to make a donation, call 800-642-8399 or visit helphopelive.com.

— Linda Haase

OUR MOTHERS MUST BE SO PROUD: BOCA RATON is the rudest city in Florida and the 12th-rudest in the English-speaking world, according to Foursquare, a location-based social networking Web site for mobile devices that culls information collected from users who check in from various locations. This particular nugget was published on the company’s engineering blog and was based on how many curse words users included in their check-ins. Manchester, England was named the world’s rudest city; the second-rudest U.S. city was El Paso, Texas. Source: foursquare.com

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

“

When you see your daughter in trouble you have to do something.

”

Grandmother Josefa Lopez, 81, who used her aluminum cane to fend off a gunman who had pistol-whipped and robbed her daughter Teresa Medina, 61, in front of the family’s Hialeah home. The assailant reportedly took a shot at Lopez and missed.

At press time, he was still on the loose.

Source: Sun Sentinel

SPOTTED

ROCKIN’ GOOD TIME

Richie Supa and Bon Jovi’s Richie Sambora

Songwriter Richie Supa and Bon Jovi’s Richie Sambora hosted the 13th Annual “Bikers Bash” at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino’s Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, where they performed and mingled with guests to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. More than 750 people attended the motorcycle event, which raised more than $200,000.

Photo by Ralph Notaro

NUMBER

NUMBER

1&12

{

WE’RE

Green says he’s particularly buoyed by the outpouring of support from his students. “When (they) burst into my room bringing their enthusiasm, I feel renewed and a desire to persevere.

Who knew a bunch of tweens could give a dying man a reason to want to live?”

OVERHEARD

RUDE AWAKENING

28

“When I saw the doctor, he told me: ‘You will be dead by the end of the week if you don’t go on dialysis right now.’”

Two of the Top Financial Advisors Barron’s rated them as top Financial Advisors in the U.S. The Kaufman Katz Group at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney R. Jo Kaufman and Cindy Katz Morton Barron’s Top 1000 Financial Advisors ranks the top advisors on a state by state basis. This exclusive list recognizes Financial Advisors for their superior professionalism, success and dedication to clients; something R. Jo Kaufman and Cindy Katz Morton have been doing for over 50 years combined. Jo Kaufman has over 28 years experience in the financial services industry and Cindy Katz Morton has over 23 years experience in the financial services industry.

R. Jo Kaufman 2009 and 2010 Barron’s Top 1000 Financial Advisors and Cindy Katz Morton 2009 Barron’s Top 1000 Financial Advisors.

Contact Financial Advisors R. Jo Kaufman and Cindy Katz Morton at 800-321-1034 ext. 5028 or visit us online at www.fa.smithbarney.com/kaufmankatzgroup A Morgan Stanley Company

Barron’s “Top 100 Women Financial Advisors,” June 9, 2008 as identified by Barron’s magazine, using quantitative and qualitative criteria and selected from a pool of over 450 nominations. Advisors in the Top 100 Women have a minimum of seven years of financial services experience and $200 million in assets under management. Qualitative factors include, but are not limited to, compliance record, interviews with senior management, and philanthropic work.

Barron’s “Top 1000 Financial Advisors,” February 9, 2009, as identified by Barron’s magazine, using quantitative and qualitative criteria and selected from a pool of over 3,000 nominations. Advisors in the Top 1000 Financial Advisors have a minimum of seven years of financial services experience. Qualitative factors include, but are not limited to, compliance record, interviews with senior management, and philanthropic work.

Investment performance is not a criterion. The rating may not be representative of any one client’s experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance. Neither Morgan Stanley Smith Barney nor its financial advisors pay a fee to Barron’s in exchange for the rating. Barron’s is a registered trademark of Dow Jones & Company, L.P. All rights reserved. © 2011 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC.

NY CS 6481967 02/11

observed8 fitness trends

NO SWEAT

By Felicia S. Levine 1

8 Keep Workouts Cool

With These Easy Pieces 1. NIKE RELAY STRAPPY TOP features moistureresistant fabric and shoulder slits for optimal comfort and air flow. Available at nike.com.

2. ADIDAS BY STELLA MACCARTNEY SLIT-BACK RUNNING TANK AND LONG RUNNING TIGHTS epitomize the melding of practicality and style with moisture-wicking tights and a figure-flattering top. Available at neimanmarcus.com.

3. ATHLETA FORGOTTEN SHANGHAI YOGA MAT BAG is as chic as it is utilitarian, providing the perfect carryall for your mat and other small accessories. Available at athleta.com.

3

4. NIKE TRAINING RACER TANK in a vibrant black and green pattern is part of Nike’s brandnew line for 2012. Available at nike.com.

2

5

5. NIKE TRAINING TWIST SHORTS are comfortable and cute, so all you need to think about is getting a great workout.

Available at nike.com.

6. ADIDAS ADIPURE TRAINER SHOES provide flexibility with specialized construction and individual toes so feet can move freely. Available at adidas.com.

7. STYLISH WORKOUT GEAR GYM GIRL ULTRA SKIRT is great for golfing, running or just doing errands, with side pockets and underlying compression shorts. Available at stylishworkoutgear.com.

8. STYLISH WORKOUT GEAR WONDER GIRL TANK in Pink Crush offers front-mesh panels for breathability and a built-in bra for support.

Available at stylishworkoutgear.com.

30

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

4

6

7

8

Holy Cross Medical Group welcomes

Cardiology Associates of Boca Raton to the Holy Cross Family

Our mission is you.

9980 Central Park Blvd. North, Suite 304, Boca Raton, FL 33428 10151 Enterprise Center Blvd., Suite 203, Boynton Beach, FL 33437 ͙͚͕Ǧ͗͘͜Ǧ͗͜​͙͗ Ȉ Ǥ Ǥ

observed8 fitness trends

READY FOR ACTION

1

2

8 Exercise Your Option To Look Great On The Go

By Felicia S. Levine 1. BOBBY V T-SHIRT in soft 100-percent cotton is versatile with a V-neck, relaxed fit and shaped hem. Available at orlebarbrown.com.

2. BOAST FULL-LENGTH SHORTS in navy with white piping and trademark maple leaf embroidery look great on the golf course or at the country club. Available at boast.com.

3. BURBERRY SPORT ZIP-POCKET TRACK PANTS AND TEXTURED STRIPE POLO crafted of comfortable lightweight fabrics are ideal for brisk activity or just lounging on the couch.

Available at neimanmarcus.com.

4. PERRY LONG-SLEEVED ROUND-NECK T-SHIRT in chartreuse is lightweight and great for layering after a workout when the weather cools. Available at orlebarbrown.com.

5. DR. J PRO LEATHER 2K11 BASKETBALL SNEAKERS anatomically contour to the ankle and feature a mesh top for ultimate agility and breathing room. Available at converse.com.

6. CARTER FULL ZIP-HOODED SWEATSHIRT made with super-soft cotton and a herringbone drawstring combines classic elements of sport and comfort. Available at orlebarbrown.com.

7. BULLDOG CLASSIC BEACH WATER PRINT SHORTS made with net lining and quick-drying fabric are great for running errands—or running on the sands. Available at orlebarbrown.com.

3

4

5

6 7

32

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

*UHJRU\ $OEHUW 0 ' 7DNH WKH QH[W VWHS WRZDUGV D QHZ \RX WRJHWKHU

%2'< 6&8/37,1* &217285,1* /,3268&7,21 )$&(/,)7 (1'26&23,& )$&(/,)7 0,1,0$/ ,1&,6,21 $50 /,)76 126( &217285,1* %5($67 $8*0(17$7,21 /,)7 5('8&7,21 (<(/,' %52: )25(+($' /,)7 7800< 78&. -89('(50 %272; 0$/( 63(&,),& 352&('85(6 67$7( 2) 7+( $57 /$6(5 352&('85(6 &+(0,&$/ 3((/6

*UHJRU\ $OEHUW 0 ' &HUWLILHG E\ WKH $PHULFDQ %RDUG RI 3ODVWLF 6XUJHU\ &DOO IRU D FRPSOLPHQWDU\ FRQVXOWDWLRQ

561.495.2700 ZZZ 'U*UHJRU\$OEHUW FRP

observed8 la vida boca THREE ALTRUISTIC AMIGOS: Donald Trump, Lois Pope and J.R. Martinez

MAN IN THE MIRROR BALL ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Winner J.R. Martinez Boasts The Spirit Of A Champion

By Emily Hall

J

.R. Martinez, recent “Dancing with the Stars” winner, was never one to wallow in self pity.

Even when in March 2003, less than a month after being deployed from Fort Benning, Ga. to Iraq, the army Humvee he drove hit a landmine and he became trapped, suffering smoke inhalation and severe burns to more than 40 percent of his body.

He required 33 surgeries.

Though, even for a war hero, this was a struggle.

“I looked in the mirror and asked myself, ‘Where is the best place to start?’ I stayed positive and worked hard, making small amounts of progress at a time. I knew I had to excel and I achieved my goals.”

During the evening, Pope presented Martinez with the Unsung Hero Award for “overcoming devastating injuries to make a full life for himself and in so doing bringing the plight of America’s 3 million living disabled veterans into our country’s consciousness.”

Martinez also donated a dance to board member Walter Schwenck, who pledged $25,000 to the cause.

But as in everything he does, Martinez prevailed.

“I simply set goals for myself,” says Martinez, 28, who was at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach last month as the guest of honor during philanthropist Lois Pope’s The Lady in Red Ball, which benefits The American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial in Washington, D.C. 34

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

“I was hoping to teach Donald Trump to dance, but when (Walter) donated the money and gave the dance to Lois, I was happy to escort her around the dance floor,” says Martinez with a laugh.

When not acting, dancing, writing his new book or making public appearances, Martinez is a mo-

tivational speaker and posts fans’ inspirational stories on his Web site, knowjr.com. He says his lust for life, combined with his competitive nature, has helped him with everything from his medical recovery to nabbing the coveted Mirror Ball trophy.

“The competition on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ was gruesome and I had some very tough days, especially because I had never danced before,” admits Martinez, who, along with partner Karina Smirnoff, nudged out runner-up Rob Kardashian and his partner Cheryl Burke. “But I never gave up. After all, I overcame death.”

When he and Smirnoff learned they’d won, he says he was overwhelmed, humbled and honored. “I was thrilled—and very excited for Karina, who got her first Mirror Ball trophy,” he says.

Spoken like a true hero. O

mediablitz THE QUINTESSENTIAL ARTS

REPORT

8

8 on screen 8 in print 8 on scene

FROZEN TREAT “The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo” Thriller Won’t Leave You Cold

T

he much-anticipated first installment of the late Stieg Larsson’s Millennium trilogy, “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” is an atmospheric whodunit romp through the frozen snowscape of a godforsaken corner of Sweden that will have you wondering for almost the whole two hours and 38 minutes.

Wondering why you didn’t bring a jacket.

David Fincher, a director on a roll with his last two pictures (“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” and “The Social Network”) earning three Oscars apiece, delivers again with a well-paced murder mystery that never falters as its plot twists and turns agonizingly through the most dysfunctional family of wealthy Swedish blueblood industrialists you’ll ever meet.

Disgraced journalist Mikael Blomkvist (Daniel Craig) is drawn into a 40-year-old puzzle and given the seemingly impossible task of unraveling it, by an aging but powerful patriarch who never got over the still-unsolved disappearance of his niece.

The trail is cold, as only a trail in the northern reaches of coastal Sweden can be, and Blomkvist takes on a moody but competent research assistant, Lisbeth Salander (Rooney Mara), who brings to the table consummate computer hacking skills, relentless

work habits and an antisocial streak that bespeaks some childhood trauma.

And she proves adept at wreaking trauma on some adults, too.

Larsson, a Stockholm journalist who wrote the posthumously published novels in his spare time, understood that cyberspace is the new home of criminal masterminds and their crime-fighter counterparts. His heroine, Salander, a physically unimposing and borderline mentally disturbed young woman, wields power against wealthy business tycoons because of her ability to hack into any computer she chooses.

At least, she seems physically unimposing until she starts beating up on men.

A recurring theme in the darkly suspenseful novels is abuse of women and that abuse is graphically portrayed in the film.

ness partner at Millennium magazine and sometime lover, Erika Berger.

Blomkvist and Salander, surrounded by this family in which ancient feuds still fester, soon learn that investigating a 40-year-old disappearance raises some present day hackles and that someone, in particular, would like them to disappear, also.

Fincher, now in his ninth feature film, had already proven himself adroit with murder mysteries in “Seven” and “Zodiac,” both which depict a search for a serial killer. He’s already signed on for two Larsson sequels, “The Girl Who Played with Fire” and “The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest.”

Christopher Plummer is well cast as family patriarch Henrik Vanger, the head of Vanger Industries; Stellan Skarsgård plays Martin Vanger and Robin Wright plays Blomkvist’s busi-

He uses his shot locations in Sweden to great advantage, capturing the bleak, snowswept silence and accompanying many exterior scenes with the sounds of wind or ocean birds.

Mara, who met the thespian challenge of portraying the offbeat and multi-pierced Salander, is the younger sister of actress Kate Mara and both are NFL royalty, children of members of the Rooney family (Pittsburgh Steelers) and Mara family (New York Giants).

Fincher shot most of the film on location in Sweden and Norway, and his effort is likely taut enough to make you forget the Swedish version that was released just two years ago. O RATED R: contains violent content including rape and torture, strong sexuality, graphic nudity and adult language.

MEDIA BLITZ BY BILL BOWEN JANUARY 2012

37

media blitz 8 in print

BODIES OF WORK Experts Share Knowledge For

Staying Healthy And Wrinkle-Free

Ever wonder why some people seem to get fitter and look younger as they age, while others just get fat and old like Mother Nature intended? Perpetual youth—that impossibly elusive ideal that involves keeping one’s hair intact, skin fair and muscles toned into the golden years—would seem to be within the grasp of human knowledge, if you believe experts’ claims. Check out the following books, and decide if reading is believing.

Forever Young: The Science Of Nutrigenomics For Glowing, Wrinkle-Free Skin And Radiant Health At Every Age

By Nicholas Perricone, M.D. Nutrigenomics may sound like a fa38

cial cream, but it’s actually the study of the interaction between diet and genetic factors and its effect on one’s health. Dr. Nicholas Perricone, a former assistant clinical professor at Yale University, has made a literary career of this concept, writing nearly a book

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

a year for the past decade touting a three-tiered approach of diet, supplements and topicals to accomplish goals such as curing acne, making wrinkles disappear and losing weight.

While most can agree the latter is directly linked to diet, there’s been some professional skepticism about the acne and wrinkles claims. That said, he proposes some good diets, has three New York Times best-sellers and his celebrity fan base includes actress Eva Mendes, who ascribes to his philosophy that “true beauty is radiant health.”

media blitz 8 in print providing entertaining instruction on our inner workings that adds fun to the course study of anatomy and major systems (hormonal, nervous, digestive, sensory, etc.). Trivia with which you’ll become conversant includes: How often you should get your thyroid level checked; how much gas the average person produces in a day and how many times a year most people have sex. These and more crucial topics are addressed in this study which hopes to make you, by your increased awareness, a healthier and—and more youthful—reader.

The Baby Boomer Diet: Body Ecology’s Guide To Growing Younger

By Donna Gates with Lyndi Schrecengost

You—The Owner’s Manual: An Insider’s Guide To The Body That Will Make You Healthier And Younger

By Michael F. Roizen, M.D. and Mehmet C. Oz, M.D. It’s never a bad idea to understand your body and to be at least as familiar with its processes and systems as you are with your phone plan. Drs. Roizen and Oz offer this latest edition of their “Owner’s Manual” franchise with the goal of educating readers about their own physiques in a humorous way,

Donna Gates, nutritionist, immune system expert and best-selling author of the “Body Ecology” series on healing systems, has compiled a blend of cutting-edge information, practical health advice and spiritual wisdom for the Baby Boomer generation that has lived through successive eras of “40 is the new 30,” “60 is the new 40,” and “life begins with the early bird special.” Gates’ book contains health principles and nutritional advice to help rejuvenate your life based on the latest natural technologies—so you can experience the wondrous sensation of feeling younger as you age. Inside, topics include superfood recommendations, wellness secrets to combat stress, insight into aging and how to “prevent” it, and the “missing piece”

“

The gentle care and nurture of the body becomes both a spiritual journey and a refreshing panacea to the mind and emotions. The end result is a more youthful, energized and joyous body and overall experience of life.”

--Mahayana Isabelle Dugast, Ph.D.

40

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

”

to all traditional diet programs. Baby Boomers have transformed society— this book provides a blueprint to help them define (and defy?) aging.

Anti-Aging Secrets: The Complete Self-Rejuvenation Manual For Conscious Men And Women

By Mahayana Isabelle Dugast, Ph.D. Mahayana Isabelle Dugast is a founding member of The Academy of Luminaries, which essentially is a roster of assorted holistic healers and therapists in southwestern Ireland who specialize in therapies such as crystal healing, Reiki, Shamanic healing, Qigong, meditation, astrology and other treatments. The French-born Dugast, who achieved her Ph.D. in Metaphysical Sciences, says a life of

exposure to a wide spectrum of spiritual traditions from both the East and West inspired her Mahayana Method, which is a three-step process enabling personal breakthrough by eliminating fears and self limitations.

The book contains instruction on exercises, diets, sleep and supplements.

According to Dugast, “the gentle care and nurture of the body becomes both a spiritual journey and a refreshing panacea to the mind and emotions. The end result is a more youthful, energized and joyous body and overall experience of life.”

The Longevity Project: Surprising Discoveries For Health And Long Life From The Landmark Eight-Decade Study

By Howard S. Friedman, Ph.D. and Leslie R. Martin, Ph.D. Researcher Howard S. Friedman has been writing about the relationship between personality and illness for 22 years, developing the theory of the “self-healing personality.” Much of his knowledge comes from his association with The Longevity Project, research begun on hundreds of schoolchildren in 1921 by Stanford University psychologist Lewis Terman. Dr. Terman’s thorough battery of questions and meticulous details about each child’s circumstances— such as whether their parents’ were happily married and how many books were in their homes—helped track how they fared in school and met challenges, thus providing a thorough record of their lives. Dr. Terman kept up his study though the 1950s and it was carried forth by associates; amazingly, it continued throughout the participants’ lives. This complete record of mostly middle class citizens’ years can serve as a gauge of what the rest of us can expect. A summation: the secret to old age may be living conscientiously and bringing planning and perseverance to one’s personal and professional lives. O

Toll Brothers Luxury Now in Boca Raton!

Two new tennis courts under construction Intimate gated community of only 92 homes in a serene nature setting Q Premier location in an affluent area of Boca Raton close to upscale shopping and minutes from beautiful beaches and all that Southeast Florida has to offer Q 7,500 square-foot Azura Club with state-of-the-art fitness center, resort-style pool, spa, putting green, and children’s playground Q Low HOA fees Q

New home construction starting from the low $700,000s

(561) 989-7799

Q

AzuraBocaRaton.com

17354 Balaria Street, Boca Raton, FL 33496 Sales Centers Open Daily 10am-6pm From Florida’s Turnpike traveling south: Exit at Atlantic Ave. (exit #81) and turn left. Travel east approximately 1-1/2 miles and turn right onto Jog Rd. Proceed south on Jog Rd. for approximately 2-1/4 miles. The Azura community entrance will be on the left.

From Florida’s Turnpike traveling north: Exit at Glades Rd. (exit #75) and turn left. Travel east approximately 1-1/2 miles to Powerline/Jog Rd. and turn left. Proceed north for approximately 3-1/2 miles just past Clint Moore Rd. The entrance to Azura will be on the right.

Brokers welcome. Homes available nationwide. This is not an offering where prohibited by law. Prices subject to change without notice.

Photos are images only and should not be relied upon to confirm applicable features. CGC055953

media blitz 8 on scene

GUITAR MASTER B.B. King Brings Iconic Riffs To Adrienne Arsht Center B

.B. King’s first guitar, on which he taught himself to bend strings, modulate notes and make them scream, served as a bend in the road of guitar history.

Every subsequent guitarist in the evolution of blues and rock ’n’ roll, from Eric Clapton to Jimi Hendrix, has been influenced by the talking guitar work of the “Beale Street Blues Boy.” King, who plays at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County on January 4th at 8 p.m., has done all he can to spread his musical message, performing about six nights per week in his early career on the “Chitlin’ Circuit” and he still, at age 86, maintains a grueling concert and

TV schedule. His penchant for doing 250 shows a year through much of his career helped cause the collapse of his two marriages.

King, from dirt poor beginnings in rural Mississippi, became a blues icon in the mid-1940s after moving to Memphis and making a name for himself playing on live radio. Some of his early recordings were produced by Sam Phillips, who would eventually found the legendary Sun Records.

He had a hit on the R&B and pop charts in 1964, with “Rock Me Baby,” which rose to No. 34 on the pop charts at a time when such a crossover was rare for an R&B record. His biggest pop hit was “The

Thrill Is Gone,” which climbed to No. 15 in 1970.

His guitar, famously named “Lucille,” acquired that affectionate designation after a concert in a rural Arkansas dance hall erupted in flames and he rushed back into the burning building to save his beloved guitar. The fire was the result of a fight over a woman named Lucille.

King is a member of the Blues Hall of Fame, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and has received numerous honors, with 16 Grammys, including a Lifetime Achievement Award. His chain of B.B. King’s Blues Clubs includes a club at CityPlace in West Palm Beach. O For more information, call 305-949-6722 or visit arshtcenter.org.

FA S T EYRT IME R E V O C E R s Missi My name

i

Experience the difference with minimally invasive surgery with significantly less pain, blood loss, scarring and a much shorter recovery time!

Our innovative technology, expert staff and personal touch make the whole process of going through a surgery easier and smoother.

The Minimally Invasive Surgical Services Institute (MISSI) at Northwest Medical Center offers services such as: TIF Incisionless solution that offers significant heartburn relief reducing daily antacid medication and stabilizing acid reflux.

ROBOTICS The da Vinci® Si Surgical System enables surgeons to do more complex procedures with increased precision.

BALLOON SINUPLASTY This procedure uses minimally invasive sinus balloon catheters that clears the sinus passageway without tissue or bone removal.

BARIATRICS Northwest Medical Center is a designated Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery using the latest robotic techniques.

PELVIC HEALTH Northwest Medical Center offers a variety of robotic pelvic procedures for women of all ages.

For a free physician referral call 1-866-4HCA-DOCS (442-2362).

2801 N State Road 7 Margate, FL 33063 | 954.974.0400 | www.northwestmed.com

42

NWM_Missi_00005_7.25x4.75.indd 1

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

12/12/11 7:07 PM

on scene 8 media blitz

NIGHT MOVES Bob Seger Loads Silver Bullet Hits For BankAtlantic Center

Welcome to Our Universe

B

ob Seger’s distinctive raspy voice helped create a legion of fans for his rocking Silver Bullet Band, which, oddly, culminated its career-peaking decade with its only No. 1 hit, an unmemorable song called “Shakedown,” written for the 1987 “Beverly Hills Cop II” film soundtrack, that doesn’t even sound much like a Seger tune.

Conversely, one of his most revered songs, the 1973 album filler “Turn The Page,” became an iconic classic during the late 1970s period of FM album play, but was not released as a single and therefore never reached the charts.

Seger and his Silver Bullet Band, which have never lost a strong fan base built around classic rock songs such as “Night Moves,” “Old Time Rock & Roll,” and “Against The Wind,” will perform at the BankAtlantic Center on January 12th at 7:30 p.m.

Beginning with 1977’s “Night Moves,” which reached No. 4 on the Billboard Top 40, and continuing with the moody “Mainstreet” four months later, Seger’s growling delivery became a radio mainstay, even as the album credits shifted back and forth between Bob Seger System, Bob Seger and Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band.

Oxbridge Academy is a place where students fall in love with learning through engagement in academic and community-based projects that speak to their talents and interests, spark their curiosity, and inspire their passion.

Learn about our world at an upcoming Open House.

OPEN HOUSE DATES

Wed. January 11 5:30 - 7:30 pm Sat. January 14 10:00 - Noon Registration begins 30 minutes prior to each program.

Those three entities charted 17 songs between 1977 and 1987, including “Still The Same,” which reached No. 4, “Shame On The Moon,” which climbed to No. 2, “Fire Lake,” “Tryin’ To Live My Life Without You,” and “Like A Rock.”

Another Seger hit that missed the Top 40 but became an enduring classic was 1975’s “Kathmandu.” Interestingly, Seger, who grew up in Michigan and cut his musical teeth in Detroit, was a childhood friend of the Eagles’ Glenn Frey; he co-wrote the Eagles’ hit, “Heartache Tonight.”

An inductee in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Seger continued to record and tour through the mid-1990s before taking a sabbatical that lasted until his 2004 induction in the Hall. In 2006, he released his first album in 11 years, “Face The Promise,” which has sold 1.2 million copies. O

3151 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33409 oapb.org | 561.972.9600 Join us on

Oxbridge Academy of the Palm Beaches admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

For more information, call 954-835-7000 or visit bankatlanticcenter.com.

JANUARY 2012

43

media blitz 8 on scene

BEACH BALL Jimmy Buffett Brings Parrothead Party To AmericanAirlines Arena

M

ore than 10 years ago, the perpetually T-shirted and barefoot Caribbean crooner Jimmy Buffett would comment to zealous fans at almost every concert appearance, “I never expected to still be doing this.”

empire of restaurants, piloting his vintage seaplane and writing the occasional whimsical work of fiction, has throughout his career continued to produce new albums and mount annual concert tours.

Well, Buffett is still singing about sailboats and frothy beverages and, like clockwork, brings his annual beach ball tailgating extravaganza back to Miami’s AmericanAirlines Arena on January 28th at 8 p.m.

Buffett’s career began as a country artist and New Orleans street busker, and took a dramatic turn when fellow singer/songwriter Jerry Jeff Walker took him to Key West in 1971. And while the first three decades of his career were wildly successful, he received just one award in 2003, a CMA honor for the Alan Jackson collaboration “It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere.”

His every move followed by a legion of loyal Parrotheads, a name derived off an image on an early album cover, Buffett, whose broad interests include overseeing a commercial

44

But if there were a Grammy Award

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

for creative album titles, Buffett would be king of that category. His breakout third album, and his first in the genre he would create of “island escapism,” was 1973’s A White Sportcoat and A Pink Crustacean.

This was followed by Livin’ And Dyin’ In 3/4 Time, A1A, Havana Daydreamin’ and Changes In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes.

During the 1980s, Buffett established himself as a singular concert experience. His fans, which quickly

coalesced to the carefree and fun-loving approach to life portrayed in his songs, turned his concerts into large parties, arriving hours—sometimes days—ahead of time and tailgating in the parking lot until the gates opened.

The Parrotheads came as much to sing the songs as to listen to them.

And they never stopped. Neither has Buffett, who at 65, is still going strong. O For more information call 786-777-1000 or visit aaarena.com.

on scene 8 media blitz

RAMBLIN’ MAN

Gregg Allman To Play Seventies Hits At Hard Rock Live

T

he Allman Brothers Band, whose groundbreaking blend of jazz, R&B and ethereal harmonizing guitars would be part of that elusive body of music called “southern rock,” is firmly entrenched in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but not well represented on the official history of rock hits, the Billboard Top 40.

Why? Because many of its mesmerizing songs, like the landmark instrumentals “Jessica” and “Blue Sky,” were much too lengthy to be played on commercial radio, the driving force behind the Top 40.

But word of the Allmans’ intricate and lengthy guitar jams was spread on FM radio, which later didn’t mind devoting 32 minutes to a single album cut.

When Gregg Allman, the surviving brother who carried on with the band after lead guitarist Duane’s death, performs at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino’s Hard Rock Live at 8 p.m. on January 18th, he’ll likely play some of the band’s iconic ’70s hits, but not with the half-hour guitar breaks that marked the band’s early work.

Allman has maintained a solo career in addition to soldiering on with the band after the motorcycle death of his brother in 1971 and the starkly similar death of bass player Berry Oakley a year later. He had a solo hit with 1974’s “Midnight Rider,” in which his plaintive vocal set a standard that would be emulated by subsequent southern rock bands.

The Allman Brothers, with Dickey Betts taking over at lead guitar, had hits with “Ramblin’ Man” in 1973, which climbed to No. 2 in the Top 40 and remained in the charts for 13 weeks, “Crazy Love” in 1979 and “Straight From the Heart” in 1981.

Allman’s life has been marked by drug problems and at least six marriages, including his famous betrothal to Cher, which lasted from 1975 to 1979.

Four of his five children, all of whom have different mothers, are musicians.

Allman underwent successful liver transplant surgery in June 2010. Eight months later, he released a solo album, Low Country Blues. O

For more information, call 954-797-5555 or visit hardrocklivehollywoodfl.com

JANUARY 2012

45

Please contact your design professional for an appointment.

Proudly Made for You in the USA.

1080 NW 1st Ave. Boca Raton, FL 33432 561.338.5545 Fax 561.338.2423 www.DesignNS.com

A GUIDE TO PERSONAL GROWTH

that’slife 8

8 relations8 parents 8 destinations

HAVING THEIR BABIES

How Old Is Too Old To Become A Mom?

By Emily J. Minor

M

aybe you’ve seen her in the grocery store.

She’s the mom, pretty and trim, with gray hair and an adorable baby. She’s curiously happy.

Indeed, everything about her sparks curiosity—the high-tech stroller, the cute diaper bag, that happy pep in her mommy step.

National Center for Health Statistics, moms are older all across America.

And we’re presuming that most dads are, too. In the 24 years between 1980 and 2004, the number of women giving birth at age 30 doubled, according to the NCHS study.

At age 35, the birth rate tripled.

Did you know that 40 is the new 20, at least when it comes to having a baby?

And after 40? The number of births quadrupled from 1980 to 2004. Another large study is scheduled for release in three years, and doctors like Boca Raton Ob/Gyn Dr. Terrence Harris, have been helping women of all ages plow through pregnancy.

According to an extensive study by the

“They always say age is relative and

Well, hats off to her, because these older moms are part of America’s new trend.

here, it really does depend on your health,” explains Dr. Harris, who has been practicing medicine in Boca Raton for nine years.

that it’s possible to start families later.

Why wait to start a family?

Dr. Harris, whose patients currently include a 50-year-old healthy, expectant mother, says women wait for a host of reasons—some emotional, some more practical.

Well, science for one thing. In vitro treatment and other fertility advancements make it possible to get pregnant later. And, women are waiting to get married. According to that NCHS study, back in 1980 most women were 19 when they tied the knot. Today, it’s more like 25.

And, of course, there’s this thing called a career. Working women often delay having their babies, knowing

Science is their security blanket, so to speak.

“The most common reason is they are in a new relationship and they decided they want to start again,” he says. “Maybe they have a new husband and they want to have a child together. Another possibility is that she never had children, and now she’s had a change of heart.”

JANUARY 2012

47

that’s life8 relations

MATURE MAMAS More women are choosing to have babies after age 40—some for the first time, while others are adding to their growing families.

Here’s a sampling of moms you might recognize.

Singer Mariah Carey had twins at 41.

Actress Nicole Kidman had a baby at 41.

Actress Jane Seymour had twins at 44.

Actress Courteney Cox Arquette had a baby at 41.

And what does Dr. Harris tell his patients if they come to him—at, say, age 45—and want to have a baby?

If you’re 40, which is the new 20, you’ll like his answer.

There’s no age that’s too old, Dr. Harris says. It simply comes down to the mother, her health and her willingness to continue with great healthcare throughout the pregnancy.

“YOU CAN GET PREGNANT RIGHT UP UNTIL MENOPAUSE. IT ONLY

TAKES ONE EGG AND ONE SPERM.” -- Dr. Terrence Harris of Boca Raton

Actress Helen Hunt had a baby at 40.

Actress Meryl Streep had a baby at 41.

Actress Emma Thompson had a baby at 40.

Actress Susan Sarandon had a baby at 46.

Singer/actress Madonna had a baby at 41.

Actress Julianne Moore had a baby at 41.

Actress Jennifer Beals had a baby at 41.

Singer/actress Lisa HartmanBlack had a baby at 44.

Actress Mimi Rogers had a baby at 45.

Supermodel Iman had a baby at 44.

Supermodel Jerry Hall had a baby at 41.

Actress Kelly Preston had a baby at 47.

Actress Salma Hayek had a baby at 41.

Actress Annette Bening had a baby at 41.

Actress Holly Hunter had twins at 47.

Actress Marcia Cross had twins at 44.

Actress Halle Berry had a baby at 41.

Supermodel Cheryl Tiegs had twins at 52.

Actress Beverly D’Angelo had twins at 49.

Actress Brooke Shields had a baby at 41.

Actress Geena Davis had twins at 48.

Source: mothersover40.com

48

“They often times can be better off than a 30-year-old overweight diabetic,” he says. “Parenting is difficult. It’s hard to be a mom or dad in your thirties, too.”

Still, there are more complications with older women.

“Later in life pregnancy does get more risky,” Dr. Harris says.

Among the possible complications: genetic abnormalities, miscarriage, high blood pressure and pre-term birth.

Stiles, 41, and her husband, Douglas, had one child, a daughter named Brianna, who went off to college in August 2010.

They were going to have a baby!

“Getting pregnant at 40 was the biggest shock of my life,” recalls Karen, now the mother of 8-month-old Kaydee.

Hello empty nest.

Consider reality TV show mom Michelle Duggar. You’ve heard of her, right?

She’s an off-the-chart example, to be sure. Duggar has given birth to 19 live children. But her last baby was born several months premature. And Duggar, who announced a few months ago she was pregnant with her 20th child, just miscarried that one. She’s 45.

Sometimes older women get pregnant by surprise because they didn’t think they could.

“You can get pregnant right up until menopause,” Dr. Harris says. “It only takes one egg and one sperm.”

To this, West Palm Beach resident Karen Stiles can attest.

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

If only it were that simple. You see, the couple had been together since college and were experiencing some serious bumps in their marriage. So when Brianna went to college, Douglas moved out.

When Brianna came home for fall break, he moved back in—for the weekend.

“We didn’t want Brianna to know we’d separated,” explains Karen.

She and her husband ended up reconciling that very weekend. Good thing because a few weeks later, her husband back home, her daughter back to school, Karen watched two blue lines appear on the home pregnancy test.

There is a happy ending. She and Douglas are still together and Karen says parenting is more relaxed this time.

“We don’t freak out as much,” says Karen, who says they are both trying to slow down and enjoy all the milestones.

“It’s nice,” she says. “My husband is much more hands-on this second time around. It’s like we’ve both realized that time really does go by so fast and you have to enjoy it.”

Still, it’s hard to remember that during all the 5 a.m. feedings.

Says Karen with a laugh, her baby girl gurgling in the background: “I never realized I could be so tired.” O

Pre-Loved Timeless Luxury

Trade & Upgrade Your Timepieces Featuring over 3,000 collectable and contemporary timepieces including the following brands: Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier, Audemars Piguet, Panerai, A. Lange & Sรถhne, IWC and many others.

Service & Repair On Premise

JEWELS IN TIME SHOPPES AT THE SANCTUARY 4400 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton, Florida 33431 (1/4 mile south of Yamato Road on the east side) (561) 368-1454 โ ผ (888) 755-TIME www.jewelsintime.com Not an authorized agent, representative or affiliate of any watch appearing in this advertisement. All watch names, dials & designs appearing in this advertisement are registered trademarks in the U.S.A.

that’s life8 parents

THE MOURNING AFTER How To Help Your Child

Cope With Grief

W

e parents are always striving to protect our children from heartache. We turn off the TV when the news is too frightening. We whisper about family illnesses when the kids are safely out of earshot. And we save our most painful discussions for after they’ve gone to bed.

But no matter how overprotective we are, sooner or later our children are going to suffer a loss.

Whether it be a grandparent, a beloved pet or a family friend who’s impacted their lives, it’s up to us to help our children process what has hap50

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

By Cheryl Kane Heimlich

pened. And that means we have to talk about it.

“Kids go through lots of grief that I think adults do not recognize,” says Boca Raton therapist Richerd Whittemore. “We as parents are not comfortable letting our kids feel those emotions.

So it’s common not to talk about grief, because we don’t want our kids to hurt… and we think that by not discussing it, we’ve protected them.

“But with grief and loss you’re supposed to cry, you’re supposed to feel sad,” he adds. “Loss really

feels bad, and we all have to walk through that experience.”

Much of what psychologists know about grief dates back to the “five stages” model introduced in 1969 by Swiss-born psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross. The stages—denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance—are common to grieving people of all ages, but are not necessarily felt in the same order or with the same level of intensity. Therapists say it’s the first stage— denial—in which children often get stuck.

“Sometimes there’s a numbness that looks like the kid doesn’t feel anything,” says Boca Raton therapist Rosalyn Norensberg. “Kids often will mask their feelings because they don’t want to

that’s life8 parents add anything to their parents’ grief.

They want to show that they’re strong, that they’re really OK. But that may not be the case.”

Therapists say parents often are fooled by how stoic their kids may appear in the face of a loss, particularly if those parents are busy coping with their own grief. Since it may take weeks, months or even a year before the child shows signs of distress, parents may not recognize the source of that distress when it finally surfaces.

“Kids can sit on their grief for a long time,” Whittemore says. “If they start showing behavioral symptoms three or four months out—poor grades, lack of attention, problems with friends, loss of interest in activities

ing ways to help your child memorialize the person who’s passed away.

“Plant a tree or flowers or look at some pictures,” she says. “Ask the child to write a story about this person. Talk about the person on a holiday or their birthday. Also if possible, give the child a memento to remember the person by. If they want to keep a picture in their room, that’s fine too.”

While the death of a family member is obviously the most devastating kind of loss, therapists say parents shouldn’t discount the pain that comes from losing a pet.

“For pets, it’s really not thought of as the same type of loss, so there

“KIDS CAN SIT ON THEIR GRIEF FOR A LONG TIME. IF THEY START SHOWING BEHAVIORAL SYMPTOMS THREE OR FOUR MONTHS OUT—POOR GRADES,

LACK OF ATTENTION, PROBLEMS WITH FRIENDS, LOSS OF INTEREST IN ACTIVITIES AND PEERS —THEN YOU’RE LOOKING AT A LINGERING DEPRESSION.” -- Richerd Whittemore, Boca Raton therapist

and peers—then you’re looking at a lingering depression. You can see the change in behavior and go, ‘Why are you irritable now? Oh, it’s catching up.’ That would be the time to talk to them about what happened, and possibly to engage them in therapy.”

Whether through a therapist or on your own, Norensberg says it’s also important to help your kids understand that “there’s no one way to respond to grief.

“The first thing is to let the child know that whatever they feel is acceptable,” she explains. “Don’t be strong or ask the child to be strong.

Just be natural, be normal. Really indicate that you’re available to talk to the child… and let them respond when they’re ready, if they’re ready.”

If you’re looking for something tangible to do, Norensberg suggests find52

usually isn’t the same type of closure,” says Boca Raton therapist Heather Rask. “A lot of times, having a little service in the family, some type of funeral or memorial event, can facilitate the closure part and make it official. Everybody can be encouraged to share the feelings they had about that pet, to mark that loss and honor that loss.”

One thing parents probably should not do, Whittemore says, is rush right out to the pet store.

“What I often see parents do is replace the object—go and buy a new dog, a new fish, whatever it may be—and not let their child go through the emotions and grieve the loss,” he says. “That’s a very bad strategy. It teaches a different kind of coping. For example, take that to your adulthood: You get divorced, and what do you do? You say, ‘Well,

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

I’ll just replace the person.’”

Norensberg says parents also should consider that death is not the only kind of loss that causes children to grieve. A divorce, a long-distance move or even a (parent’s) job loss can be just as devastating.

“Especially in this time when parents are losing homes, losing money and jobs, kids can grieve the loss of a lifestyle,” Norensberg says. “Moving to

another home, having to leave friends and school… just anything that’s important to the child, which the parents may not be aware of.

“What’s surprising is how long the grief can last. Kids who appear to forget and everything seems fine, the truth is they never forget. Later they go to a therapist and they don’t know what’s bothering them. At any age, if grief is not handled right, it can affect their whole lives.” O

$PHULFDQV VSHQG ELOOLRQV RI GROODUV HDFK \HDU RQ SK\VLFDO ZHOO EHLQJ EXW WKHUH DUH QR FRPSDUDEOH HIIRUWV PDGH WR NHHS WKH EUDLQ ILW

5HVHDUFK VXJJHVWV WKDW WKHUH LV DQ HYHQ JUHDWHU SD\RII IRU PHQWDO H[HUFLVH FRJQLWLYH WUDLQLQJ WKDQ WKHUH LV IRU SK\VLFDO H[HUFLVH &RJQLWLYH WUDLQLQJ GRQH QRZ FDQ VWLOO JLYH HQRUPRXV EHQHILWV ILYH \HDUV IURP QRZ

,W FDQ PDNH \RX VKDUS ± LQ VFKRRO LQ \RXU MRE DQG LQ DOO \RXU DFWLYLWLHV

,W FDQ VORZ PHQWDO GHFOLQH DV \RX DJH

,W JLYHV \RX JUHDWHU SUREOHP VROYLQJ VNLOOV D EHWWHU PHPRU\ PRUH SURFHVVLQJ VSHHG DQG JUHDWHU IRFXV DQG DWWHQWLRQ

&RJQLWLYH WUDLQLQJ ZRUNV QR PDWWHU ZKHUH \RX DUH LQ OLIH

&RJQLWLYH WUDLQLQJ LV FLUFXLW WUDLQLQJ IRU WKH EUDLQ

&RJQLWLYH WUDLQLQJ FDQ EROVWHU WKH PLQG LQ WKH VDPH ZD\ WKDW SK\VLFDO H[HUFLVH SURWHFWV DQG VWUHQJWKHQV WKH ERG\

5HDOO\ FRPSOHWH \RXU ILWQHVV SURJUDP ± DGG FRJQLWLYH WUDLQLQJ

/L] .QRZOHV (G ' 2ZQHU 'LUHFWRU

1: WK 6WUHHW %RFD 5DWRQ )/

that’s life8 destinations

THE REIGN IN SPAIN

Hotel Arts Barcelona Stands Out Amid A City Of History And Culture By Linda Haase

I

t’s no wonder Barcelona is a fivestar destination: pristine beaches, creative cuisine, striking architecture and stunning vistas await visitors at this colorful, cosmopolitan cultural oasis.

And one of the best places to experience this stunning 360-degree panorama is from a window in the Hotel Arts Barcelona, a landmark in this historic city. The 44-story structure is the tallest building in Spain, making vistas of the ocean, the Mediterranean Sea and the city even more impressive.

“

500 to 1,300 square feet). Guests here are pampered from the moment they check in with welcome massages and the indulgences continue throughout their stay with a personal butler (who will unpack and pack your suitcases), a telescope, a laptop, a half-day with a personal shopper (nothing like a behind-the-scenes excursion with a local who knows the very best places for retail therapy) and an outdoor VIP area. And, to help you drift off in style: turndown service includes Champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries.

Hotel Arts Barcelona believes in indulging all the senses—and that passion takes center stage at Spa by Six Senses, a 3,000-square-foot retreat located on the 42nd and 43rd floors.

The waterfront hotel, located in the famed Olympic Village, is world renowned for its two Michelin-starred chefs (the only hotel in Spain with this distinction), gardens and terraces, art collection, sumptuous guestrooms and spectacular service. All of the luxurious 483 rooms offer views of the city’s skyline or the Mediterranean Sea (The Ritz-Carlton Club Level Lounge, an exclusive area on the 33rd floor, offers over-the-top personalized service, a private lounge, an exclusive meeting room, concierge staff, continental breakfast, afternoon tea, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres).

For an exceptionally memorable visit, reserve one of the 28 one-, two- or three-bedroom apartments on the 34th to 42nd floors (they range from 54

It’s no wonder it made Condé Nast Traveler’s 2011 Gold List as the best hotel in Barcelona. It’s also a favorite of actress Gwyneth Paltrow, who reserves a room whenever she visits the city. “I adore the Arts. It is a big hotel done right. Amazing views, beautiful rooms, great service,” she wrote in her e-newsletter Goop.

The City of Barcelona may have secured its spot on the list of hot European destinations when it hosted the 1992 Summer Olympics, but the rich history, unusual attractions and stunning architecture in this vibrant, cosmopolitan metropolis will ensure its popularity for years to come.

And Hotel Arts Barcelona is right in the heart of the action. Guests are just

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

”

12TH STREET BY CYNTHIA VINCENT • 291 • 7 FOR ALL MANKIND • 10 CROSBY BY DEREK LAMM • AKA NEW YORK • ALC • ALEXIS • ALICE + OLIVIA • AARON ASHE • AT PIECE • BLACK HALO • BLU MOON • BOULEE • BYOD • CAMILLA • CAMILLA AND MARC • CHARLOTTE RONSON • CHASER • CHELSEA FLOWER • CLOVER CANYON • CORSON • CURRENT/ELLIOTT • CUT 25 • DAVID LERNER • DOUGLAS HANNANT PINK • ELIZABETH & JAMES • ENZA COSTA • ESCAPE BY MATHEW WILLIAMSON • ETOILE ISABEL MARANT • EQUIPMENT • GEMMA • GOLDSIGN • GRYPHON • HALSTON • HANKY PANKY • HAUTE HIPPIE • J BRAND • JENNIFER HALEY • JENNIFER ZEUNER • JENS PIRATE BOOTY • JEROME DREYFUSS • JOIE • JUST CAVALLI • LINE • LNA • LOVE SAM • LOVE QUOTES • MADISON MARCUS • MARA HOFFMAN • MASON BY MICHELLE MASON • MATTHEW WILLIAMSON • MCQ BY ALEXANDER MCQUEEN • MINKPINK • MINNIE ROSE • MISSONI SCARVES & SHOES • MW BY MATTHEW WILLIAMSON • MYNE • NATION LTD • NAVEN • OF TWO MINDS • PARKER • POUR LA VICTOIRE • RACHEL ZOE • RAMY BROOK • ROBBIE & NIKKI • ROBERT RODRIGUEZ • ROMY GOLD • SON OF JOHN • SMYTHE • SPANX • STRETTA • SYDNEY EVAN • T BAGS • TOP SECRET • TORN BY RONNY KOBO • TROVE TEEKS • VEDA • VINTAGE CHANEL • WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND • WILDFOX • WINK • 12TH STREET BY CYNTHIA VINCENT • 291 • 7 FOR ALL MANKIND • 10 CROSBY BY DEREK LAMM • AKA NEW YORK • ALC • ALEXIS • ALICE + OLIVIA • AARON ASHE • AT PIECE • BLACK HALO • BLU MOON • BOULEE • BYOD • CAMILLA • CAMILLA AND MARC • CHARLOTTE RONSON • CHASER • CHELSEA FLOWER • CLOVER CANYON • CORSON • CURRENT/ELLIOTT • CUT 25 • DAVID LERNER • DOUGLAS HANNANT PINK • ELIZABETH & JAMES • ENZA COSTA • ESCAPE

BY MATHEW WILLIAMSON • ETOILE ISABEL MARANT • EQUIPMENT • GEMMA • GOLDSIGN • GRYPHON • HALSTON • HANKY PANKY • HAUTE HIPPIE • J BRAND • JENNIFER HALEY • JENNIFER ZEUNER • JENS PIRATE BOOTY • JEROME DREYFUSS • JOIE • JUST CAVALLI • LINE • LNA • LOVE SAM • LOVE QUOTES • MADISON MARCUS • MARA HOFFMAN • MASON BY MICHELLE MASON • MATTHEW WILLIAMSON • MCQ BY ALEXANDER MCQUEEN • MINKPINK • MINNIE ROSE • MISSONI SCARVES & SHOES • MW BY MATTHEW WILLIAMSON • MYNE • NATION LTD • NAVEN • OF TWO MINDS • PARKER • POUR LA VICTOIRE • RACHEL ZOE • RAMY BROOK • ROBBIE & NIKKI • ROBERT RODRIGUEZ • ROMY GOLD • SON OF JOHN • SMYTHE • SPANX • STRETTA • SYDNEY EVAN • T BAGS • TOP SECRET • TORN BY RONNY KOBO • TROVE TEEKS • VEDA • VINTAGE CHANEL • WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND • WILDFOX • WINK • 12TH STREET BY CYNTHIA VINCENT • 291 • 7 FOR ALL MANKIND • 10 CROSBY BY DEREK LAMM • AKA NEW YORK • ALC • ALEXIS • ALICE + OLIVIA • AARON ASHE • AT PIECE • BLACK HALO • BLU MOON • BOULEE • BYOD • CAMILLA • CAMILLA AND MARC • CHARLOTTE RONSON • CHASER • CHELSEA FLOWER • CLOVER CANYON • CORSON • CURRENT/ELLIOTT • CUT 25 • DAVID LERNER • DOUGLAS HANNANT PINK • ELIZABETH & JAMES • ENZA COSTA • ESCAPE BY MATHEW WILLIAMSON • ETOILE ISABEL MARANT • EQUIPMENT • GEMMA • GOLDSIGN • GRYPHON • HALSTON • HANKY PANKY • HAUTE HIPPIE • J BRAND • JENNIFER HALEY • JENNIFER ZEUNER • JENS PIRATE BOOTY • JEROME DREYFUSS • JOIE • JUST CAVALLI • LINE • LNA • LOVE SAM • LOVE QUOTES • MADISON MARCUS • MARA HOFFMAN • MASON BY MICHELLE MASON • MATTHEW WILLIAMSON • MCQ BY ALEXANDER MCQUEEN • MINKPINK • MINNIE ROSE • MISSONI SCARVES & SHOES • MW BY MATTHEW WILLIAMSON • MYNE • NATION LTD • NAVEN • OF TWO MINDS • PARKER • POUR LA VICTOIRE • RACHEL ZOE • RAMY BROOK • ROBBIE & NIKKI • ROBERT RODRIGUEZ • ROMY GOLD • SON OF JOHN • SMYTHE • SPANX • STRETTA • SYDNEY EVAN • T BAGS • TOP SECRET • TORN BY RONNY KOBO • TROVE TEEKS • VEDA • VINTAGE CHANEL • WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND • WILDFOX • WINK • 12TH STREET BY CYNTHIA VINCENT • 291 • 7 FOR ALL MANKIND • 10 CROSBY BY DEREK LAMM • AKA NEW YORK • ALC • ALEXIS • ALICE + OLIVIA • AARON ASHE • AT PIECE • BLACK HALO • BLU MOON • BOULEE • BYOD • CAMILLA • CAMILLA AND MARC • CHARLOTTE RONSON • CHASER • CHELSEA FLOWER • CLOVER CANYON • CORSON • CURRENT/ELLIOTT • CUT 25 • DAVID LERNER • DOUGLAS HANNANT PINK • ELIZABETH & JAMES • ENZA COSTA • ESCAPE

BY MATHEW WILLIAMSON • ETOILE ISABEL MARANT • EQUIPMENT • GEMMA • GOLDSIGN • GRYPHON • HALSTON • HANKY PANKY • HAUTE HIPPIE • J BRAND • JENNIFER HALEY • JENNIFER ZEUNER • JENS PIRATE BOOTY • JEROME DREYFUSS • JOIE • JUST CAVALLI

SHOPPES AT VILLAGE POINTE

REGENCY COURT

BOCA RATON RESORT & CLUB

6006 SW 18TH STREET BOCA RATON 561-394-0899

3013 YAMATO ROAD BOCA RATON 561-394-0899

MAIN RESORT LOBBY ACROSS FROM MONKEY BAR EXCLUSIVELY FOR MEMBERS AND HOTEL GUESTS

561-347-6595

STAY CONNECTED:

FOLLOW US @ALENETOOBOCA | WWW.ALENETOO.COM

that’s life8 destinations steps away from tree-dappled avenues with architecture dating back to the 1200s and unique museums such as Museu de la Xocolata (a must-see for chocoholics).

There’s much to discover in Spain’s second largest city so we suggest you start in Las Ramblas, the central hub of Barcelona, with its world-famous thoroughfare lined with diverse architectural styles.

The hub, divided into five sections, has been dubbed the most animated artery in the city. A statue of Christopher Columbus presides over the port while history abounds in an open-air artisan market housed in the Drassanes Reials (Royal Shipyards), which date to the 1300s and house the Santa Eulalia sailing ship.

Other captivating spots include the Palau de la Virreina, built between 1772 and 1775, replete with Baroque and Rococo elements. Now headquarters to the Town Hall’s Cultural Department, it exhibits works by contemporary artists including Antoni Abad. Opera aficionados should put the Gran Teatre del Liceu on their must-visit list; art lovers will want to set aside time for a rare chance to see nearly 4,000 works at The Museu Picasso.

While visiting the city’s maritime district, stop at Santa Maria del Mar, a Gothic cathedral designed by architect Berenguer de Montagut and considered by many to be Barcelona’s most beautiful church.

Barcelona, like many European cities, “sleeps” for an hour or two in the afternoon (we do envy the Spaniards’ siesta), which makes it the ideal time

contact Hotel Arts Barcelona is located at Marina 19-21, Barcelona, Spain. For more information, call 800-542-8680 or visit hotelartsbarcelona.org.

56

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

(no crowds) to explore the Hotel Arts Barcelona’s impressive art collection, which includes more than 100 paintings and sculptures. A good place to begin: the Sculpture Garden on the first floor, where Xavier Corbero’s regal King and Queen await. Corbero, often considered to be Spain’s premier living sculptor, used chess pieces as inspiration for the 10-foot-tall works of art.

Hotel Arts Barcelona believes in indulging all the senses—and that passion takes center stage at Spa by Six Senses, a 3,000-square-foot retreat located on the 42nd and 43rd floors. For a quick pick-me-up, try the 25-minute relaxing Foot Revival treatment, which will restore energy to tired tootsies. For a full body treat, try the 80-minute package which begins with a back massage, followed by a full body exfoliation and a nourishing wrap of citrus gels and oils to nourish the skin. The pièce de résistance: a soothing mini-facial.

Next in the feast for the senses: palate pleasing entrees. Two of Hotel Arts Barcelona’s restaurants, Enoteca and Arola, are overseen by chefs awarded the prestigious Michelin star. Catalan Chef Paco Perez, the inspiration for all things creative at the sought-after Enoteca, blends regional and seasonal flavors in a contemporary interpretation of traditional Mediterranean cuisine which can be accompanied by one of the restaurant’s 500 carefully selected wines.

At Arola, the namesake of famed chef Sergi Arola, diners are lavished with innovative Catalan cuisine made with ingredients fresh from the market.

Dishes include a variety of tapas from classics such as Patatas Bravas, a spicy potato dish, to options such as Ravioli with Oxtail, Pork Chin and Foie Gras.

Before turning in for the night, stop by the Champagne Bar for a nightcap and another peek at the city.

The perfect end to the perfect day. O

:

5 2 ' 6 4 8 $ ' F R P 2

0

(

1

·

6

)

,

7

1

(

6

6

7KH 5RGVTXDG 3URJUDP LV

)81 &+$//(1*,1* 7KH LQWHQVLW\ LV WDLORUHG WR HDFK LQGLYLGXDO 7KH JRDO LV WR VFXOSW WKH ZKROH ERG\ E\ XVLQJ D XQLTXH FRPELQDWLRQ RI FXWWLQJ HGJH IXQFWLRQDO WUDLQLQJ WUDGLWLRQDO ZHLJKW UHVLVWDQFH WUDLQLQJ DQG 3LODWHV LQIOXHQFH 2XU KDQGV RQ DSSURDFK UHDVVXUHV HIIHFWLYHQHVV DQG VDIHW\ 7UDLQ KDUG DFFRUGLQJ WR \RXU RZQ FDSDELOLW\ ZLWKRXW SODJXLQJ LQMXULHV

$&78$/ &/,(176

*5283 581 :$/. 7KH LPSRUWDQFH RI JURXS VXS SRUW FDQQRW EH RYHUHPSKDVL]HG :H RIIHU D .

PLOHV VFHQLF JURXS UXQ ZDON 5$&( 75$,1,1* 352*5$0 $ VSHFLILF SURJUDP IRU WKRVH ZKR ZLVK WR LPSURYH WKHLU UDFH WLPH DQG EH DW WKH WRS RI WKHLU SHUIRUPDQFH :H FDOO LW WKH ´WUDLQ IRU WURSK\µ SURJUDP

:((. %2'< 0$.(29(5 &86720,=(' 6(0, 35,9$7( :25.2876 $1' 1875,7,21$/ 3/$1

:( $/62 2))(5

h <RJD h %R[LQJ

h 3LODWHV h =XPED

h %RRW &DPS ),7 )5(6+ 0($/6 $9$,/$%/( $&78$/ 6$03/(

´<285 *2$/ ,6 0< 0,66,21µ

5R\DO 3DOP 3OD]D _ 6 )HGHUDO +LJKZD\ _ 6XLWH _ %RFD 5DWRQ _ ZZZ 5RG6TXDG FRP 5R\DO 3DO

58

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

S

She may never have won a Women’s Tennis Association title, but… who cares? Retired professional player Anna Kournikova, who in 2000 was ranked No. 8 in the world, remains one of the sport’s superstar standouts, thanks to a double whammy of oncourt skills and stunning good looks.

These days the Miami Beach resident is all about health and fitness (she appeared as a trainer on this

Sergei brought her to a local facility, put a racquet in her hand and simply told her to start hitting balls.

She did what she was told. Eventually her parents enrolled her in a children’s sports program at Sokolniki Park, located in the Sokolniki District of Moscow, and later she became a member of the highly respected Spartak Tennis Club, led by the late legendary coach Larisa Preobrazhenskaya.

scouts took notice. By age 10, she’d signed a deal to live and train at the highly touted Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy in Bradenton, Fla., where Boca Raton’s own Chris Evert honed her skills.

Soon Kournikova and her mother moved to the Sunshine State and fell in love with the perfect weather, healthy food, beautiful courts—and abundance of available tennis balls.

Racket Making A

Former Tennis Pro Anna Kournikova Talks About “The Biggest Loser,” Her Passion For Fitness And Life With Enrique Iglesias | BY EMILY HALL

“

past season’s NBC-TV show, “The Biggest Loser”), endorsements (her net worth is reportedly $50 million thanks to Yonex, Adidas, Berlei and other companies), volunteering (she works with kids’ groups in the United States and abroad) and spending time with her boyfriend, singer Enrique Iglesias (she loves cooking him Russian blinis).

I tried to figure out who I was without tennis. I did a lot of soul searching.

“

– Anna Kournikova

And while she’s retired from the sport, the 30-year-old Kournikova, who once was dubbed the “Britney Spears of tennis,” has no plans to ditch her racquet. From a tender age, the sport has held a special place in her heart.

STAR IN THE MAKING Born in Moscow, Anna Sergeyevna Kournikova began playing tennis at age of 5 when her parents, Alla and

“Whether I liked it or not, tennis and healthy living had (become) my identity,” recalls Kournikova, who spent those early years living in a small two-room flat in the colorless communist country. “I had no siblings but my friends were also tennis players, so we spent our days training and hanging around the park, jogging, sprinting and exercising.”

After a few years of competing in junior tournaments, international

“In Russia it was hard to get balls because they were too expensive,” she says. “Although the academy was like a boot camp for me, I got amazing experience and found I was in an ideal situation to build a career.”

Kournikova’s hard work paid off: At 13, she won the European Championships, Italian Open Junior Tournament and Junior Orange Bowl.

She turned pro in 1995 and by 1996 had won two International Tennis Federation singles tournaments, then battled through four qualifying rounds at the US Open, making it to the fourth round of the main draw before losing to Steffi Graf. That year she became the first recipient of the Sanex WTA Tour’s Most Impressive Newcomer Award. In 1997 she became the second woman ever to TEEN PRODIGY: Kournikova at the 1996 US Open

JANUARY 2012

59

their kids about staying healthy. She also helped launch the Cartoon Network’s “Move it Movement” campaign to get children active during the summer months. She began to volunteer with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade, eventually expanding her involvement nationally. She attended kids’ events, dances, Christmas shows and more in order to motivate them into following a healthy path.

Biggest Loser photos courtesy of NBC

FITNESS FIRST: (Top) Kournikova coaching contestant Bonnie Griffin during "The Biggest Loser” (Bottom) Kournikova at the 2010 Chris Evert/Raymond James Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic

“Anna loves to talk to young people, especially teens about their hopes and aspirations, encouraging them to work hard and dream big,” says Evan McElroy, spokesperson for Boys & Girls Clubs of America. “When you see Anna interact with kids you can tell how much she enjoys being with them and vice versa. Her sincerity and charisma shine through and she remains a strong advocate for good health and fitness.”

But a grueling schedule that included eight hours of training a day and a career that kept her on the road 11 months of the year eventually took its toll and Kournikova endured many injuries. She suffered foot and back problems and often played tennis despite being in a great deal of pain. At one point her back hurt so badly, she recalls, that she couldn’t even tie her own shoes.

“I loved being on the road (and) I loved playing.

I couldn’t imagine being without that,” she says.

“But I didn’t want back surgery. I had no choice but to take care of myself.”

So in 2003, Kournikova retired from tennis, bought a home in Miami Beach and began her quest for a new life outside the sport that had dominated her entire life.

HEALTHY FUTURE

Suddenly, the golden girl of tennis had lots of free time on her hands. While pondering her future, she took walks on the beach, underwent physi60

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

cal therapy and had long conversations with her mother, who lives in Palm Beach with Kournikova’s brother Allan, 6, already an award-winning golfer. She also sought advice from Iglesias, whom she started dating in 2001 after appearing in his “Escape” music video. She wondered what she’d do with the rest of her life.

“I rethought my entire existence and what I wanted to do,” she says. “I tried to figure out who I was without tennis. I did a lot of soul searching.”

In the end, it came down to what she loves most: fitness. She realized she was most happy when encouraging others to lose weight, get off the couch and get healthy. She says it’s her second calling.

Getting in shape is “the best thing people can do for themselves,” she says. “And the whole process is fulfilling for me.”

Kournikova began her fitness advocacy as a volunteer with the USO, traveling to military bases around the world and speaking with soldiers and

“I was a fan of ‘The Biggest Loser’ and got really excited when they asked me to guest-train for two days in Season 10,” she remembers. “I loved it and found I could help people, so I talked to the producers about doing more. When Jillian Michaels left as a full-time trainer, I auditioned for the role and got it.”

She recalls working long hours on the Biggest Loser ranch and says the entire process was an “incredible journey.” She met people who’d endured “horrible” situations, listened to their stories and learned about their struggles.

“People gain weight, do drugs... then things get in their way of growing to be better,” she says.

During the show, it’s “all about communication and retraining their lifestyles so they choose

2010 Chris Evert/Raymond James Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic photos by Fred & Susan Mullane

reach the Wimbledon semi-finals during a career debut, following Chris Evert. The following year, she beat four consecutive Top 10 players in four days at the former Lipton Championships on Key Biscayne, becoming the only female professional player to do so in a single tournament—a feat no player has accomplished since. During the course of her career she defeated numerous high-profile players, including Lindsay Davenport, Monica Seles and Jennifer Capriati, and became the world’s No. 1 doubles player, along with partner Martina Hingis (the pair dubbed themselves the “Spice Girls” of tennis).

It was her commitment and motivation that appealed to producers of NBC-TV’s “The Biggest Loser,” a weekly show that features overweight contestants who compete to lose pounds for prizes. Kournikova first appeared on the show about two years ago as a guest coach and this past season was a full-time trainer, though she’s since left in a “mutual parting of ways,” she says.

healthy options like chicken, fish and broccoli.

They learn to lose weight and exercise, but also to get to the root of their problems.”

These days, when Kournikova picks up a racquet it’s usually for events and charity exhibitions. She also plays with World Team Tennis, a co-ed professional and amateur tennis league that includes current pro players and legends. She also enjoys swimming, relaxing and dining out with Iglesias (they frequent Prime 112 on South Beach). She continues to volunteer abroad (she visits Russian cities with PSI, a U.S.-based nongovernmental organization that focuses on children’s health around the world) and relishes just hanging out at home. A typical day might include running, Pilates or yoga, a machine workout and eating healthy meals that include fish or chicken, cheese and vegetables. She admits that every four days she eats meat, and especially loves a great burger.

Sure, they’re fatty. But she doesn’t worry about it.

Kournikova worked with one contestant who drank 10 cans of soda a day with no idea the carbonated drink was bad for him. She helped others who were so heavy they couldn’t walk a mile.

From ages 20 to 64, each contestant reported going from having no energy to feeling better after just a few sessions with her.

Joe Mitchell, who weighed 348 pounds when he became a contestant, told People.com he’s grateful to Kournikova, who “fixed his thinking.” Although the 46-year-old was sent home to Knoxville, Tenn. weighing 269 pounds, he said their communication and conversations made him feel like losing the rest of his weight was possible.

“Anna drilled in our heads that the only person you can really rely on is yourself.”

“I don’t do the guilt trip, I know a donut once in awhile won’t kill you,” she says.

“It’s the everyday routine that needs to be kept pretty strict. We need to take care of our bodies. So when we travel and cheat a little, it seems OK.”

This was a lesson Kournikova learned early in her career, when the media dubbed her the “Lolita of World Tennis” and made her the subject of rampant gossip. The press couldn’t get enough of her blond hair, classic beauty and sexy style (including her trademark sky-high heels, Chanel sunglasses, leopard-skin bras and pencil-thin miniskirts). She landed on the magazine covers of GQ, Forbes and Sports Illustrated (and still dominates their “sexiest women in the world” lists) and dated a roster of highprofile boyfriends including hockey stars Pavel Bure and Sergei Fedorov, and tennis hunks Mark Philippoussis and Nicolas Lapentti. She became the racy pinup girl of international sports and the tabloids ate it up.

“My mom was a great support system and always protective of me,” says Kournikova of Alla, who in 2010 made headlines when son Allan jumped from a second-story balcony when she left him home unattended; she was briefly jailed after being charged with neglect. “She was like a coach on the road. And yes, we had disagreements because she was disciplined and tough on me. But she made me who I am.

And I will be forever grateful.”

According to a recent article in London’s The Daily Mail, the pair has shelled out $20 million for a mega-mansion that’s being built on a private island in Miami. The article is accompanied by images of a bikini-clad Kournikova with a slightly swollen belly, contemplating whether she might be pregnant.

“

Kornikova says she’s well aware of the constant speculation in the press.

My mom was a great support system and always protective of me. Yes, we had disagreements because she was disciplined and tough on me. But she made me who I am.

And I will be forever grateful.

– Anna Kournikova

“

Kournikova admits she was concerned about her looks and love life eclipsing her image as a tennis pro and spent years worrying about it. But as she improved her game, she learned to tune out the trash talk and focus on what was important. She credits her mother for helping to pull her through.

And while Kournikova wants children down the road, as of press time she insists that she and Iglesias have no immediate plans to have kids—or to get married.

“I’ve been in the spotlight for 20 years so I don’t worry (what) the tabloids say,” she says with a laugh. “I live from day to day and make no specific plans. I feel good,” she says, adding that she no longer feels compelled to ponder the future.

“It’s better that way.” O JANUARY 2012

61

1

Paula H. Mendelsohn

“The two best strategies for eating out and not gaining weight are portion control and exercise. In a restaurant, you don’t have control over the way the food is prepared but you have control over how much you eat at one sitting. Get a doggie bag and enjoy your meal a second time. (Then) do 35 to 45 minutes of fat-burning movement on the same day as dining out.”

—Paula H. Mendelsohn, Functional Medicine Nutritionist, Boca Wellness & Nutrition Services, Boca Raton

62

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

T

IRED OF STRUGGLING INTO THOSE TOO-TIGHT JEANS—THE ONES THAT FIT PERFECTLY

LAST JANUARY? ¶ WE UNDERSTAND. ¶ WHAT WAS DECEMBER’S HOLIDAY JOY HAS BECOME THIS MONTH’S HOLIDAY OY—AS IN OY VEY, WHAT WERE YOU THINKING GOBBLING UP ALL THOSE COOKIES AND DOWNING ALL THAT CHAMPAGNE? ¶ BUT IT’S A BRAND-NEW YEAR— AND YOU’RE DETERMINED TO IMPROVE YOUR EXERCISE AND EATING HABITS. SO, DUST OFF THE TREADMILL, DIG OUT YOUR RUNNING SHOES AND GO FIND THAT FRUIT-AND-VEGGIE BLENDER THAT’S BEEN SITTING IN THE BACK OF THE KITCHEN CABINET. AND KEEP READING. ¶ BECAUSE WE SPOKE WITH SOME OF PALM BEACH COUNTY’S TOP FITNESS AND NUTRITION EXPERTS, WHO PROVIDED INVALUABLE ADVICE REGARDING THE HEALTHIEST WAYS TO EAT, THE BEST MANNER IN WHICH TO EXERCISE AND MUCH MORE. FEEL FREE TO SELECT THE TIPS THAT WORK BEST WITH YOUR LIFESTYLE. ¶ BETTER GET GOING. THOSE JEANS AREN’T GOING TO LOOSEN BY THEMSELVES, YOU KNOW.

LOOK BETTER

NAKED 42 TIPS TO JUMP-START YOUR HEALTH AND FITNESS ROUTINE

BY ANDREA G. ROLLIN

2

4

“Never use table salt, only sea salt, which is amazing, has a lot of health benefits and provides minerals and essential nutrients. If you’re on a low-sodium diet, work with your doctor to come up with a plan.”

“Veggies can be tasty and fun to eat. Try a Portabello Panini: Grill a portabello mushroom and some red/ green peppers on your favorite bread. As far as serving size, the more dietary consumption of veggies, the merrier the body will be.”

—Rachel Feldman, Certified Holistic Health Coach, Rachel’s Wellness, Boca Raton

3 “For fitness, the key to success is consistency. It’s better to do 10 minutes a day every day than one hour a week. This keeps your metabolism up—and mentally you’re more aware.”

—Colleen Gallagher, Certified Iyengar Instructor, Yoga Sol of Delray Beach

—Dr. Nick Kusturic, Co-founder, DU20 Holistic Oasis, Delray Beach

5 “Some form of cardio should be done on a daily basis. The results exceed those of training on a split-day schedule such as cardio one day and weight-training the next.”

—Kelli Musa, President/Coowner, Dirt Fitness, Boca Raton

6 “Water is the one essential men and women don’t get enough of that keeps your body feeling young and energized. The rule of thumb is to drink half

your body weight in ounces per day. For example, a 200-pound man should drink 100 ounces of water a day.”

7

—Jeff Wilson, Sensei, Lifestyle Martial Arts, LLC, Boca Raton

“Avoid coffee, caffeine and alcohol three hours prior to bedtime.”

—Michael A. Duck, Head Athletic Trainer, Lynn University, Boca Raton

Michael A. Duck

JANUARY 2012

63

8

17 “There’s no such thing as going on a ‘fad’ diet. It’s only a temporary fix. You can start out making small changes, like cutting out soda or juice or using low-fat or fat-free dressing on your salad, and then they become part of your regimen.”

Stefanie Ellis

“Pilates and yoga are quite different, although they complement each other beautifully! Pilates strengthens the body’s core while sculpting the muscles for a long, lean physique. Yoga enhances the body’s flexibility and mind/body connection.”

—Brooke Meltzer, Owner, Cutting Edge Fitness, Boca Raton

18 “Think of a salad as a minimum of six veggies and go for bright colors—mixed baby greens such as radicchio and frisée, red-yellowgreen-orange peppers, grape tomatoes and baby-yellow tomatoes… then think aromatic—fennel, cilantro, garlic, chives… or crunchy—jicama, red and green cabbage, etc.”

—Stefanie Ellis, Owner, Pilates of Boca, Boca Raton

9

10

“Raw unsalted almonds are an extremely satisfying and healthy snack. I’m also a big fan of eating greens whenever and wherever you can throughout the day. Both are filling and loaded with nutrients.”

“Healthy (food) choices with less likelihood of raising blood sugar include leafy vegetables and cold-water fatty fish like salmon and sardines, which are sources of Omega-3 fats that are anti-inflammatory.”

—Kelli Musa, President/Coowner, Dirt Fitness, Boca Raton

—Paula H. Mendelsohn, Functional Medicine Nutritionist, Boca Wellness & Nutrition Services, Boca Raton

11 “Lean proteins like lean red meats, fish, chicken, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt and egg whites are the best for building muscles. They are the building blocks for muscle development.”

—Rod Cortizo, Owner, Rodsquad, Boca Raton

Kelli Musa

12 “Eat within one hour of your workout to replenish energy. I recommend a 4:1 ratio of carbohydrates to protein following aerobic activity.”

—Michael A. Duck, Head Athletic Trainer, Lynn University, Boca Raton

13 “Make exercise a part of your lifestyle—just as eating and sleeping are necessary. Do something exercise-related every day, whether it be a brisk walk with your dog or an insane heart-pumping workout.”

15 “Keep your workouts short; go for quality and efficacy, not quantity. You must see results continuously—it is the key to motivation.”

—Rod Cortizo, Owner, Rodsquad, Boca Raton

16 “To help prevent diabetes, avoid refined white sugars, sucrose, high-fructose corn syrup, and white and enriched flours. Replace sweets with fruits, yams, beans, artichokes, string beans and asparagus.”

—Dr. Nick Kusturic, Co-founder, DU20 Holistic Oasis, Delray Beach

—Kelli Musa, President/Coowner, Dirt Fitness, Boca Raton

14 “Eat when you’re hungry and stop when you’re comfortably full.”

—Carol Sherman, Registered Dietician, Nutrition Information Resources, Boca Raton

64

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Dr. Nick Kusturic

—Paula H. Mendelsohn, Functional Medicine Nutritionist, Boca Wellness & Nutrition Services, Boca Raton

19 “A fitness program with progressive resistance and cardiovascular training is the cornerstone to getting rid of unwanted fat. A balanced diet of good lean protein, healthy fat and carbohydrates must also be undertaken.”

—Jere Nolan, Personal Trainer, Busy Body Fitness Center, Boca Raton

20

“Men will typically have more pure energy weakness or stagnation patterns where their fluids and blood become sluggish.

Shan Yao (a Chinese wild yam) is great for them because it deals with the digestive system and the kidneys to strengthen energy.”

—Dr. Nick Kusturic, Co-founder, DU20 Holistic Oasis, Delray Beach

21

“To keep your bones and soft tissue strong, you must challenge your body. So, large compound movements that load the skeleton such as the squat or bench press should be performed. Exercises like these will use the most muscle and stimulate your bones to become stronger.”

—Jere Nolan, Personal Trainer, Busy Body Fitness Center, Boca Raton

JANUARY 2012

65

“You can be fat and fit at the same time. Just because you’re thin doesn’t mean you’re healthy (and vice versa).

Eating healthy and working out (with) a combination of strength training and cardio is best for optimal fitness and health.”

—Brooke Meltzer, Owner, Cutting Edge Fitness, Boca Raton

25

22

26

“We all require six major nutrients from food—carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and water. No one food provides them all— for example, broccoli is a very healthy food, but if all you ate is broccoli, you’d have a very unhealthy diet.”

“Lean proteins (fish filet, white-meat chicken), fibrous carbs (broccoli, asparagus, spinach) and healthy fats (fish oil, walnuts, almonds) are the top superfoods.”

—Carol Sherman, Registered Dietician, Nutrition Information Resources, Boca Raton

23 “Breakfast is the most important meal. Food eaten within an hour of waking not only ‘jump-starts’ the metabolism, but prevents using muscle protein as body fuel once you start moving.”

—Paula H. Mendelsohn, Functional Medicine Nutritionist, Boca Wellness & Nutrition Services, Boca Raton

24 “Maintain energy by eating smaller and more frequent meals.”

—Michael A. Duck, Head Athletic Trainer, Lynn University, Boca Raton

Brooke Meltzer

—Rod Cortizo, Owner, Rodsquad, Boca Raton

Mayte Ruggiere

“Women shouldn’t worry about bulking up when they strength train—they simply don’t have enough testosterone. When you strength train, you create muscle that looks toned and lean and you alter your metabolism.”

27

28

“Artifical sweeteners aren’t safe! Enough studies have shown that sweeteners such as aspartame and sucralose degrade kidney, brain and

“Eat your biggest meals earlier in the day to ensure that your engine runs properly. A cup of oolong tea prior to bed should prove quite satisfying to the stomach and the waistline.”

—Kelli Musa, President/Coowner, Dirt Fitness, Boca Raton

29 nervous system function.

Try raw honey, raw agave or natural Stevia extract.”

—Dr. Nick Kusturic, Co-founder, DU20 Holistic Oasis, Delray Beach

30

—Mayte Ruggiere, Wellness Director, Peter Blum Family YMCA of Boca Raton

“You shouldn’t work out when you’re sick. Your body is busy fighting off sickness and it needs the energy to do so. Working out will only cause you more fatigue and possibly extend your illness.”

—Jere Nolan, Personal Trainer, Busy Body Fitness Center, Boca Raton

31

“Our weight naturally changes throughout the day, so weighing yourself multiple times will drive you mad!

Once a day is more than enough—just be consistent.

For example, always weigh yourself in the morning under the same conditions.”

—Jere Nolan, Personal Trainer, Busy Body Fitness Center, Boca Raton

32 “Push-ups and pull-ups three to four times a week will tone your arms. These two exercises move multiple muscle groups including the biceps, triceps and shoulders.

I guarantee you the sexiest, toned arms ever!”

—Kelli Musa, President/Coowner, Dirt Fitness, Boca Raton

33 “It’s wise to eat a protein and a carb within an hour or so of exercising. You need to fuel your body before exercise to get through it. Immediately after, replenish the protein in your body with a handful of nuts or (some) lean meat.”

—Mayte Ruggiere, Wellness Director, Peter Blum Family YMCA of Boca Raton

66

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

34

Jeff Wilson

“The big advantage of martial arts training is that you’re learning a valuable lesson on how to defend yourself while working out. There are not a lot of activities where you incorporate all aspects of fitness: cardiovascular, flexibility—you get all of the benefits of fitness in one activity.”

—Jeff Wilson, Sensei, Lifestyle Martial Arts, LLC, Boca Raton

35

38

“Thirty minutes of exercise a minimum of three days a week is the most ideal. Start walking if you’ve never exercised before. If you’ve been walking routinely, incorporate some short spurts of running (a minute or two) into your walk.”

“If you’re not a fan of traditional breakfast foods, leftover dinner is great (in the morning). Have Quinoa or brown rice and salmon and broccoli—still staying in the balanced pattern of healthy carbs, plus healthy protein, plus (a) fruit or veggie.”

“Herbs like hawthorn berry and rosemary, drinks like green tea, vegetables like zucchini and red onions, foods high in omega oils like tuna and salmon, and green leafy foods like kelp, Swiss chard, spinach and kale are the most heart healthy.”

—Mayte Ruggiere, Wellness Director, Peter Blum Family YMCA of Boca Raton

—Paula H. Mendelsohn, Functional Medicine Nutritionist, Boca Wellness & Nutrition Services, Boca Raton

—Dr. Nick Kusturic, Co-founder, DU20 Holistic Oasis, Delray Beach

36 “For women who retain fluid and may have hormonal imbalances/deficiencies that lead to weight gain, I recommend Fu Ling (a Chinese herb), which aids in eliminating excess fluid, and Bai Zhu (also a Chinese herb), which can help with energy and weight gain.”

—Dr. Nick Kusturic, Co-founder, DU20 Holistic Oasis, Delray Beach

Rod Cortizo

37

39

“Eat foods that are both filling and help you burn fat. Try a combination of lean protein (fish, lean meat) with fibrous carbs (like spinach, broccoli) and small and frequent amounts of healthy fats (walnuts, almonds, fish oils).”

—Rod Cortizo, Owner, Rodsquad, Boca Raton

40 “Fruit and sports drinks are quick energy sources.”

—Michael A. Duck, Head Athletic Trainer, Lynn University, Boca Raton

carrot and celery sticks dunked in cashew or almond butter.”

—Paula H. Mendelsohn, Functional Medicine Nutritionist, Boca Wellness & Nutrition Services, Boca Raton

42

41 “The goal of a snack is to prevent you from going longer than four waking hours without eating.

Some healthy satisfying snacks include hummus on rice crackers, a Granny Smith apple with a handful of almonds, and

“Breakfast (should be) a balance between a healthy carb (such as gluten-free multigrain toast or old-fashioned oats) for energy and fiber, a healthy protein (such as a soft-cooked or mediumboiled egg) to protect the muscles, a fruit (such as blueberries, raspberries or blackberries) and/or veggies (such as mushrooms, spinach and colored peppers) for disease-fighting antioxidants and flavonoids.”

—Paula H. Mendelsohn, Functional Medicine Nutritionist, Boca Wellness & Nutrition Services, Boca Raton O

JANUARY 2012

67

68

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

] ] THE FUTURE OF

Medicine WHY FIVE FAU MED STUDENTS ARE CHOOSING TO PAY IT FORWARD

W

hy would anyone want to be a doctor, especially these days? All that studying. All that malpractice worry. All those long hours, year after year. But for many of the 64 students about to start their second semester in the inaugural class at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University, going to medical school—and becoming a doctor—is a dream come true. ¶ Cliché intended. ¶ What brought them to this new med school in Boca Raton? Maybe it’s a passion for science. Maybe they simply love helping people. Or perhaps studying medicine is a way to give back in honor of a doctor who once helped them through a crisis. And while FAU’s WRITTEN BY EMILY

J. MINOR |

medical school might have been years in the planning, it wasn’t until a few months ago that students donned their white coats and cracked the books. (We won’t mention the first time they met their cadavers.) ¶ Already recognized for its hands-on mentoring and training, the school is affiliated with nine hospitals in Broward and Palm Beach counties, among them Boca Raton Regional Hospital. ¶ And whether members of the Class of 2015 choose radiology or oncology, obstetrics or old-fashioned family medicine, the five students profiled here are all determined to make a difference. Said one: “I feel incredibly lucky to be here.” ¶ And we feel lucky to have them.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY PATTY

DANIELS D JE A CN EM UA BR ER Y 2012 1

69

“

Teaching might not have been challenging enough for me and I started to realize my heart wasn’t in it anymore.

[LINDSEY ELMES]

Teacher Learns To Follow Her Heart T

eaching is a mighty fine profession and that’s why Lindsey Elmes originally chose it. But sometimes real life doesn’t match up with one’s life plan. ¶ After Elmes earned her physics degree from The College of New Jersey, she taught science in one of Florida’s urban public schools. Almost immediately, she had doubts that she wanted a school retirement party 30 years down the road. “I would say my job was less focused on teaching and perhaps more focused on life skills,” she says now. ¶ Plus, Elmes had family issues to consider. Lots of them. ¶ Married in 2007 to her high school sweetheart, she had a baby in 2010. Elmes’ father was diagnosed with lung

70

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

”

cancer just prior to all this. Even though he wasn’t a smoker, the prognosis was bleak and although he’s still alive, the cancer is terminal. ¶ So when her dad got sick and the baby came and her teaching job wasn’t what she thought it would be, she looked at her high school sweetie and said, “I want to be a doctor.” And he agreed to hold the family breadwinning job so she could pursue her real dream. ¶ “I don’t mean to be sappy about it, but I’m really lucky to have such a supportive husband,” says Elmes, 28. “I told him that once I’m done, he can go to part-time or do what he wants to do instead of working.” ¶ A Jersey girl originally, Elmes had lived in Florida long enough to establish residency, so she qualified for FAU’s in-state student aid. She should graduate with $50,000 of debt, instead of the more customary med-school tally of $100,000. In-state tuition for FAU is about $25,000 a year, before grants and aid. ¶ “I’m thinking about emergency medicine because I like the variety and I would still have time for my family,” she says. ¶ And what’s it like being a med student when you have a baby and a husband? “When I was younger, I could stay up all night,” she says. “Doing that now kills me.” ¶

Inspired To Keep [ Care Alive

TOMMY DIFATO

]

S

“

ome people go through their whole lives without watching the effects of disease and illness on a loved one, but not Tommy Difato. For him, it started early—very early—when his big sister was just 3 years old. ¶ Difato, the next-to-theyoungest in a noisy Italian family of six kids, doesn’t remember the day she was diagnosed with retinoblastoma cancer. But what he does remember is the way she struggled—and prevailed—after losing her sight when doctors had to remove both her eyes and replace them with prosthetics. ¶ “She tried to live as much a normal life as possible,” he recalls. “She learned braille and started reading and just tried to stay as proactive as possible and learn all the time.” ¶ But there was always the constant worry that the cancer would return. “Doctors always warned us that there was a chance for recurrence,” says Difato, 24, who grew up in St. Augustine and majored in biochemistry at the University of Florida. ¶ It didn’t. But fate wasn’t done with this big family. Difato’s uncle was diagnosed with duodenal cancer and given only two years to live. “He’s headed for 12 years (cancer-free) now and he’s got three kids,” he says. ¶ His grandmother, Edie, was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was in her late 70s. Today, she’s pushing 90. ¶ Through the years, this gregarious kid with a mind for science watched the miracle of medicine work on his family, always nurturing the

The main reason I wanted to go to med school is I wanted to provide the kind of care I’ve seen others in my family receive.

”

idea of becoming a doctor, although he’s still not sure what kind. “I’ve already changed my mind like three or four times,” he admits. “But I’m leaning toward internal medicine.” ¶ Oh, and his sister? The one who’s been blind since she was little?

She earned her master’s degree in International Relations from Cambridge University and is about to receive her Ph.D. from The University of Exeter in the United Kingdom. ¶ “I’ve always been inspired by the way she was treated and cared for,” he says. “Literally, a few decades before, the treatments that saved her life just weren’t there.”

JANUARY 2012

71

] Speaks [ The Language Of Science YEN VUONG

I

t’s easy sometimes to make generalizations, but Yen Vuong would like to put this one to rest. ¶ “When I first came to the States, I didn’t know English,” says Vuong, 22, who was just 6 years old when she left Vietnam. “People always say that it’s easy for children to pick up a new language. But I did not find that to be the case.” ¶ As a little girl living with her family in their new city of San Francisco, Vuong says she sought solace in her science lessons. Science class provided her with pictures and flow charts and diagrams. She didn’t need to understand rules like “I before E, except after C” when she was studying her beloved science. Science, for her, was comforting and clear-cut—yet challenging. ¶ The love affair never went away and now that she’s in med school, Vuong’s considering a career in radiology. “I like pictures,” she explains with a laugh. If not radiology, then perhaps emergency medicine. ¶ There were other life events that pushed her toward medicine. When she was still in high school her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer, forcing Vuong to deal with her mother’s mortality at a tender age. Her mother survived, but the treatment left quite an impression—and a feeling of indebtedness. ¶ “I’ve always felt that I wanted to give back for what the doctors did for my mom,” says Vuong, who earned a degree in biology from the University of California in Irvine. ¶ And then there’s her Uncle Tuan, an inspiration. Vuong’s uncle came to the United States after the fall of Saigon. He didn’t know a lick of English. He had little social support. He was broke. But he battled through all the challenges, eventually becoming a respected ob/gyn who now practices in Chicago. ¶ For Vuong, her mother’s fight with cancer and her uncle’s fierce determination to succeed in this country still push her along every day—even when the going gets tough.

And how tough does the going get? “There’s no time to cook,” she says, “but there’s time to eat.”

“

When I first came to the States, I liked the sciences because I really didn’t need to know English to understand those concepts.

72

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

”

“

Med school is difficult, but it’s fun.

We’re like a family.

”

Former Waitress Serves Up [ Compassion

KRISTEN BAKER

K

risten Baker was still a little girl when medicine came into her life. Her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1992, when Baker was just 3 years old. “I didn’t understand why she went to the doctor so much,” recalls Baker, who grew up in Loxahatchee. ¶ Baker’s mother hung in there for three years, going through a mas-

]

tectomy and radiation and chemotherapy. Baker and her little brother, who was just a few months old when their mother was diagnosed, usually went along to her doctors’ appointments. Those visits to the big places with the shiny clean floors made an impression on this young girl, who later excelled in science in school. ¶ “I saw a lot

of compassion,” recalls Baker, 22, about those early doctor visits. “I saw the really good side (of people) and they were always trying to make me and my brother comfortable and happy.” ¶ Baker was just 6 years old when she lost her mother in 1995. But breast cancer wasn’t done with this family.

Baker’s father, a firefighter, used to rely on his wife’s sister to help out when he worked around-theclock shifts and Baker was still in elementary school when her aunt was also diagnosed with breast cancer. ¶ This time, the outcome was happy—and today Baker gets regular mammograms because of her family history. But when her

aunt beat the disease, something struck Baker. Something big. ¶ “I got to see what medicine can do and what just a few more years of research did for her treatment,” says Baker, who decided to major in biology at the University of Miami. ¶ Now she spends her days studying for medical exams. Before starting med school, she’d always worked as a waitress or hostess. “This is the first time I haven’t worked since I was 15,” she says. Baker hasn’t decided what kind of medicine she wants to practice, but admits she’s leaning away from treating cancer patients. ¶ “I don’t think I could be an oncologist,” she says. “It’s just a little too close to home.”

JANUARY 2012

73

From Patent Law ] To A [ Special Delivery CHRIS NGUYEN

D

on’t call Chris Nguyen an overachiever. That’s not why he went to law school, joined a big firm, practiced patent law, then opted out—for medical school. ¶ Instead, the story goes more like this: Nguyen, who grew up in Washington, D.C., was a good student at the University of California in Riverside, but didn’t graduate at the tip-top of his class. (A little matter about not always going, he admits now.) So, when it came time to pick a career, he chose law school. “I had the test scores for that,” he says. ¶ While attending classes at the University of San Diego School of Law, Nguyen fell in love with a California girl and the two

“

Law was fairly rewarding and that was great for a while. But then my son was born and I had to re-evaluate what I was doing.

”

eventually married. He took a promising job with a large law firm and they set off to start their lives together. His wife, Caroline was (and still is) a speech therapist, helping people every day. “I couldn’t help but be a little bit jealous of that,” he admits. ¶ Nguyen inched forward in patent law, doing what he had to do. Then, about three years ago, Caroline got pregnant with their first child. All was well.

Indeed, it was a textbook pregnancy—until she went into labor. ¶ The umbilical cord was wrapped around the baby’s neck, slowing his heart rate and creating quite a ruckus in the delivery room. All ended well when their son, Camden, was delivered by emergency c-section. ¶ But his son’s birth changed Nguyen’s life—big time. ¶ “We spent two nights in the hospital while (my wife) was recovering, being there and seeing how much we owed to the doctors who helped us out,” says Nguyen, 34, who’s considering a specialization in internal medicine. “If they hadn’t intervened, I’m pretty sure we would have lost them both.” ¶ Now they’ve given up southern California for South Florida, a change that’s growing on this young family. “We’re getting used to it,” Nguyen says. “The beaches here are great.” O

74

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

JANUARY 2012

75

IT’S TIME TO QUIT SMOKING

76

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

BY CHERYL BLACKERBY

There it is at the top of your New Year’s resolutions list for 2012: Quit smoking. You’re fed up with the cost, the smelly clothes, the unrequited yearning to light up in the office, on the plane, at the restaurant. You know smoking is bad for you, truly one of the worst things you can do to yourself, and you’re finally ready to take on the Marlboro Man at the It’s-Not-OK Corral.

Maybe you’ve tried quitting before and your resolve lasted a few days or even a few weeks, but suddenly there you were standing outside your office building sucking in 4,000 chemicals with every puff—200 of which are poisons and between 43 and 69 of which are carcinogens.

Cigarette smoking accounts for about 440,000 deaths and $160 billion in health-related costs annually in the United States. You really can’t afford to wait another year to quit, can you?

Before beginning your quest for a smokefree existence, here’s a reality check: ScienPresident Barack Obama couldn’t quit even tists say nicotine is more addictive than after the first lady publicly announced he heroin and cocaine. You will probably fail had in 2009. “I constantly struggle with in your first try—95 percent of smokers it,” he admitted later. “Have I fallen off the do. Not great odds. In fact, the average is wagon sometimes? Yes.” Reportedly, the five to seven tries before a smoker successleader of the free world was “chewing fully quits.

Nicorette strenuously” and bumming cigarettes from aides.

But fear not (and put down the ashtray):

We’ve spoken with experts and reformed smokers to come up with a successful game plan for you. All you need to do is keep trying. Don’t quit until you quit.

Just look at President Obama. He’s been smoke-free for a year.

Before we examine quitting, let’s review the root of the problem: addiction.

Namely, why are you addicted to nicotine, while your friend can smoke the occasional cigarette with no cravings afterward? The answer may be genetic. The risk of becoming addicted may be 60 percent genetic, according to Dr. Patrick Griffin, chairman of the Department of Molecular Therapeutics at Scripps Research Florida, the Jupiter-based organization that received a national grant to create programs to help smokers quit.

JANUARY 2012

77

Linda Morton, a Boynton Beach CPA, is in the smoking minority. She started in high school and was up to nearly a half pack a day before quitting when she had children.

Now she smokes in rare moments when the mood hits. “It isn’t hard to smoke occasionally, although many people tell me they could never do this or they would start up again. I only do it when I’m by myself. I find it quite a disgusting habit actually.”

Debbie Anderson, a statistician who lives in Boynton Beach and North Carolina, is another anomaly. She started smoking as a high school freshman, but never more than one pack a week. “I quit the first week of my sophomore year in college.

The light bulb simply went off that it was a stupid habit. It wasn’t hard to quit.”

But let’s assume that you’re in the unlucky majority. So were the first two of three Marlboro Men, those iconic and rugged cowboys who appeared in marketing campaigns that sent the cigarette’s popularity into the stratosphere, making it today’s top-selling tobacco product.

They both died of lung cancer.

Ready to ditch your cigarettes? The experts with whom we spoke agreed that the best way to quit is a two-pronged approach that includes professional support—smoking cessation classes, or counseling in person (which may include hypnotherapy), online or by phone— and medication. The two combined are far more successful than either counsel-

ing or medications alone.

Dr. Paul Kenny, an addiction specialist and associate professor in the Department of Molecular Therapeutics at Scripps Research Florida, says the best method statistically is counseling combined with Chantix, a prescription drug that reduces the cravings and decreases the pleasurable effects of cigarettes.

“Chantix essentially replaces nicotine and addresses the reward pathways. It’s like methadone for smokers,” says Dr. Kenny. Unfortunately, the drug has potentially serious side effects such as nausea, headaches, depression and suicidal behavior, he says. Smokers on Chantix, which comes in pill form not patches, should be monitored by their doctors.

Chantix attaches to nicotine receptors in the brain, blocks nicotine from reaching them, and also activates these receptors causing a reduced release of dopamine compared to nicotine. Chantix users should smoke the first week they use Chantix, quitting on the eighth day to give it a chance to build up in the body.

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: Dr. Patrick Griffin; an American Lung Association stop-smoking poster; Dr. Paul Kenny

78

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

MORE REASONS TO Although not recommended by state programs, another prescription drug, Zyban, also marketed as the antidepressant drug Wellbutrin, has been shown to reduce the severity of nicotine cravings and withdrawal symptoms and is prescribed as a smoking cessation drug.

KICK THE HABIT

patches, gum or lozenges. The county also claims a 30 percent success rate with its programs combined with nicotine replacements.

These programs work. From 2007 to 2009, Florida’s smoking rate for adults

THE BEST WAY TO QUIT IS A TWO-PRONGED APPROACH THAT INCLUDES PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT— SMOKING CESSATION CLASSES OR COUNSELING—AND MEDICATION.

Every cigarette you smoke reduces your life by 14 minutes. Long-term smokers shorten their lives by an average of 10 years.

decreased by 18.6 percent, falling to 17.1 percent, well below the national average of 20.6 percent, according to Lung cancer is the No. 1 cancer killer Tobacco Free Florida. In November of both men and women, yet receives 2006, Floridians passed a constituthe fewest research dollars. The fivetional amendment that required the year survival rate went from 13 percent And there is more medicinal help on the Florida Legislature to fund a statein 1975 to a dismal 16 percent in wide comprehensive tobacco educaway.

2003 while other cancers’ survival rates tion and use prevention program. Tohave soared.

Scripps scientists, including Dr. Kenny and bacco Free Florida receives an amount Dr. Griffin, are working on six drug research equal to 15 percent of the funds paid programs, all supported by the National In- to Florida in 2005 under the 1998 Tostitutes of Health, aimed at developing new bacco Settlement of the landmark civil Babies and toddlers have 20 drugs to help smokers quit. In September, suit against the tobacco companies, or times the exposure, compared to Scripps received a NIH grant of $125,000 about $62 million. Florida now has adults, to carcinogens that scientists now know saturate furniture, for the first stage of a program that will be- more than 500,000 fewer adult smokSmoking is a major carpet, cars and even mommy and come a broad collaborative effort between ers than in 2007. cause of erectile daddy’s clothes and hair. This academia, the pharmaceutical industry and dysfunction, even in exposure is referred to as thirdcharitable organizations to deliver new anti- And there is yet another product on the young men. hand smoke and is more dangerous market to help people quit: battery-opersmoking medicines. than its name suggests because of a ated electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, baby’s faster metabolism and higher But if you can’t wait a few years (or more that emit vapor with nicotine instead of respiration rate. realistically a decade), for new, more effec- tobacco smoke. tive and safer medications, there are other options. Dr. Michael Feinstein, program di- Anna Levine of Boca Raton is using South Cigarettes are bad for the rector for the American Lung Association, Beach Smoke e-cigarettes to quit. “It replanet. More than 176 Southeast Florida with headquarters in West ally works. It feels like I’m smoking a Smokers have a million pounds of cigarette 25 percent Palm Beach, says counseling and one of the cigarette. And you can use less and less butts are discarded in higher risk of nicotine replacement therapies available nicotine and I don’t feel like I’m using America each year, leaching pancreatic over the counter (patch, gum, lozenge), and less,” she says. chemicals such as lead, cancer. by prescription (patch, nasal spray and incadmium and arsenic. haler) will get results. The association’s Free- A smoker for 18 years since college, Levine dom from Smoking program, the oldest in had tried to quit cold turkey without sucthe country and now offered by phone and cess. “With these cigarettes, there’s no mess, my clothes don’t smell, my car online, has a 30 percent success rate.

Smoking prematurely Your family, friends and pets doesn’t smell. I’ve been using them ages the face to the are exposed to your secondJaniece Davis, Tobacco Prevention Spe- about six months and I’m smoking point that cosmetic hand smoke, a dangerous cialist at the Palm Beach County Health less and less.” surgeons often won’t Class-A carcinogen (the Department in West Palm Beach, agrees. operate until patients highest level).

“The best method is doing counseling But the Food and Drug Administrahave quit smoking for and nicotine replacement therapy,” she tion is warning consumers about poat least six months. says. Participants in the county’s Quit tential health risks associated with elecfor Life classes and those who use the tronic cigarettes. Clinical studies One tree is consumed for every 300 cigarettes that are county’s Quitline phone counselors get about the safety and efficacy of produced. Each year, over 11 million acres of forest free nicotine replacement therapy these products have not been are lost due to tobacco production.

“I quit 12 years ago thanks to Zyban,” says Dessie Caraccio, Operations Supervisor for the Palm Beach County Division of Human Services, who smoked as many as two packs a day for 25 years.

Sources: Dr. Michael Feinstein of the American Lung Association, Southeast Florida; Tobacco-Free California.

D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 1 79

SCIENTISTS SAY NICOTINE IS MORE ADDICTIVE THAN HEROIN AND COCAINE. YOU WILL PROBABLY FAIL IN YOUR FIRST ATTEMPT TO QUIT— 95 PERCENT OF SMOKERS DO.

80

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

submitted to the FDA, including the CLOCKWISE FROM RIGHT: Dr. Michael Feinstein, possibility of the cigarettes containing program director for the toxic ingredients. The FDA analyzed the American Lung Association, Southeast Florida, ingredients of a small sample and found uses pig lungs to demonone to contain diethylene glycol, a toxic strate the effects of smokchemical used in antifreeze, and several ing during a presentation; Dr. Feinstein; an e-cigaother samples were found to contain carrette; a stop-smoking cinogens including nitrosamines. poster by the American Lung Association

All the e-cigarettes, counseling and medications in the world won’t work if you’re not motivated. If a smoker is not ready to quit, it’s not going to happen.

Caraccio says her main motivation “was a young son praying every night his parents would quit despite the fact that we did not smoke near him or in the house.”

Pressure from kids, money and health are all common reasons, says Dr. Feinstein, a surgeon with the Department of Orthopedics at Johns Hopkins University Hospital before starting a second career with the American Lung Association, where all counseling programs include tests to gauge how motivated the smoker really is.

“The main motivators usually are a doctor’s warning that the patient will die within a year if he keeps smoking because his lungs are so deteriorated.

Or a child asks a parent to quit. Or, because of the economy, they can’t afford it,” he explains.

Former smoker Chip Mierke, a Lake Worth building maintenance mechanic who had smoked since he was 14, tried to quit several times before successfully stopping cold turkey while taking the county’s Quit for Life classes. “It was tough quitting for good, but not as hard as in the past when my decision was halfhearted. You have to do it wholeheartedly and be 100 percent ready to do it.”

Mierke was motivated by health concerns and other factors. “I was winded after climbing a flight of stairs and realized I had to do something, and it would be best for my family, and the cost of cigarettes, all those things.”

Need more motivation? Think of how great you’ll feel without smoke clogging your lungs. Your lungs have a remarkable ability to self-cleanse, a process that starts as soon as you quit smoking—surprising in that a longtime smoker’s lungs look like black tree bark compared to pink, healthy lungs (the lungs, however, can’t heal— damage from smoking is permanent, says Dr. Feinstein, so it’s important to stop smoking before you have damage).

Only 20 minutes after quitting, a smoker’s heart rate drops to a normal level, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Twelve hours after quitting, the carbon monoxide level in the blood drops to normal.

And two weeks to three months after quitting, the risk of having a heart attack begins to drop. Coughing and shortness of breath decrease after only one to nine months after quitting.

One year after quitting, the risk of coronary heart disease is half that of a smoker’s,

and five to 15 years after quitting, the risk of having a stroke is reduced to that of a non-smoker. A decade after quitting, the lung cancer death rate is about half that of a smoker’s, and 15 years after quitting, the risk of coronary heart disease is the same as that of a non-smoker’s.

So… what are you waiting for? O

WHERE TO

GET HELP The Palm Beach County Health Department offers three free programs: Quit Smoking Now classes, which are offered throughout the county; the online WebCoach program; and the Florida Quitline counseling program, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For more information, call 877-822-6669 or 561-671-4094 or visit floridaquitline.com or tobaccofreeflorida.com.

The American Lung Association offers a Freedom From Smoking program by telephone or online. For more information, call 800-586-4872 or visit lungusa.org.

JANUARY 2012

81

BY DIANNA SMITH

[

[

For Children With ADHD, Life Is A Struggle To

SIT STILL AND STAY FOCUSED

There are those children who have wandering eyes in the classroom or who might talk and play just a little too much.

And then there are children like Clair.

She’s adorable, confesses her mother, Holly Barba, and can laugh and joke with the best of them. But when it comes to focusing, the Boca Raton child’s attention span is often that of a toddler’s. And her ability to sit still is almost nonexistent as she anxiously runs around “like an Energizer bunny times 100,” Barba says, much more so than the average 10-year-old. But that’s because Clair isn’t your average 10-year-old.

She’s a child with ADHD. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects an estimated 5 million school-age children so Clair is one of many learning to cope with the disability while trying to keep up at school, at home and with friends. The disorder stems from the front part of the brain, which controls things like focus, impulsivity, planning and prioritizing. For those with ADHD, that part of the brain doesn’t work as fast as others, 82

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

making it difficult to do simple things like pay attention or think before acting. It’s not unusual for these kids to blurt out answers in class before being called on by the teacher, or struggle to stand still without moving another part of their body, for example.

It affects every part of their lives—school, home and social—which is why every day is a constant battle for these children and their parents. Moms and dads tirelessly try to steer their sons and daughters in the right direction—whether that be reminding them to listen at school or play nice with friends—while their children typically fight them along the way.

Because there is no cure for ADHD, most parents, like Barba, use medication to make the disorder more bearable for everyone. And while some people may judge parents who give children pills to help calm them down, Barba suggests they stop and think about what life would be like for those children without medication.

Her daughter, Clair, couldn’t live life to the fullest.

On medicine, Clair is a new person. She can focus in the classroom and at home as opposed to bouncing off the walls.

She’s focused enough to ride horses competitively and win awards. And though she has to take her meds twice a day, she doesn’t mind, her mother says. She knows it makes her feel better.

“Imagine going through life like that?

Like at 100 miles an hour,” explains Barba. “I told her there are cars like the Ferrari (and) that her brain is like the Ferrari and goes really fast all the time.

It needs a break.”

DIAGNOSING THE PROBLEM Barba noticed something was different about Clair from the moment she was born. As time went on, she realized her daughter never took naps, couldn’t sit still and as she started school, teachers began to complain that she wouldn’t pay attention.

“It was like she was on the go from the minute she was born. It is a struggle every day,” Barba says of parenting Clair.

“I am exhausted.”

Though fidgeting and refusing to rest sound like typical symptoms of a toddler, for those with ADHD, these symptoms don’t disappear as they grow older.

JANUARY 2012

83

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Clair on her horse, Firefly; Clair, along with her father, Tom Barba, accepts a riding award at the Parkland Horseman’s Association Banquet; a family portrait with mom Holly, Tom and brother Tommy

Tomlinson noticed that even in pre-school her son, Michael, now 8 years old, wasn’t like other kids. His teacher shrugged it off, explaining that boys often don’t like to study and learn. But in kindergarten, he wasn’t finishing projects, was falling behind in his reading and writing, and distractions as small as a bird flying by a window kept him from paying attention in class.

After countless meetings with teachers and doctors, Michael was diagnosed with ADHD and later identified as having dyslexia as well as chronic motor tics, which is a symptom of Tourette’s Syndrome.

“I felt relieved there was a name to his behavior and something I could research.

But as I read more about it, I started seeing that we needed to do everything possible to help him out,” she recalls.

“As a parent of a child with ADHD, you are banging your head against the wall constantly.”

-- Joyce Zelcer, founder of CHADD, Boca Raton chapter

“You expect a 4-year-old to not be able to sit still through a fancy 30-minute dinner, but if you have a 14-year-old getting up and walking around and not being able to sit still, that’s abnormal,” explains Dr. Gloria Chiang, a pediatric psychologist with Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Hollywood.

There are three types of ADHD. One is the predominately inattentive type and its symptoms include not listening, trouble with organization, losing things and being easily distracted. Another is the predominately hyperactive-impulsive type where the child talks excessively, fidgets, interrupts others and acts as if driven by a motor. The third type is those who suffer from both sets of symptoms.

Nobody really knows what causes ADHD, but many, like Dr. Chiang, believe it’s hereditary. And while some experts believe children grow out of it, new studies have surfaced showing that ADHD never goes away and continues into adulthood.

84

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Dr. Chiang says there’s disagreement over how common ADHD really is. Some children are given the diagnosis without a complete evaluation, she points out, because many times it’s a school official who says the students need medication so they can be manageable in a classroom setting.

She wants parents to know that even though children show symptoms of ADHD, it doesn’t mean they have the disorder. There are many other disorders that mimic ADHD and sometimes it’s something in the child’s personal life, such as a divorce or a death, that has them acting out or keeps them from paying attention.

To know what’s really wrong, a child should see a doctor who can make a correct diagnosis, she says, and that usually doesn’t happen until he or she is in school because that’s when a child with ADHD struggles the most.

No one knows this better than Karin Tomlinson of Lake Worth.

And, for Tomlinson, that included putting her son on medication.

“It terrified me,” she says.

He was 5 years old at the time and had never even taken an aspirin so Tomlinson crushed the pill in applesauce for the first six months until he learned to swallow it. Though it broke her heart in the beginning, she says she knew it was the right thing to do.

“I cried every single time the first week I gave him the medicine,” she says. “But I wanted to give my child an opportunity to succeed in school and I would be doing my son a disservice if I didn’t at least take a chance on the medicine. Within two days the teacher called and told me how well he was doing.”

Stimulant medications are the most common form of treatment. According to Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), a national nonprofit organization that helps those with ADHD and their families, these stimulants help as many as 80 percent of children with ADHD. Most take Concerta, Ritalin, Adderall or Dexadrine.

Complaints about the medicine include loss of appetite and sleeping problems.

Besides medicine, parents of children with ADHD work constantly with schools

to make sure their children are receiving proper treatment in the classroom; some focus on diet and eliminate foods with red dyes and sugar.

and looks mature, but she throws tantrums when she doesn’t get her way and has trouble making friends.

Dr. Michael Rizzo, a licensed school psychologist with a private practice in Weston and West Boca Raton, says children with ADHD can live successful lives as long as they have the support of parents like Tomlinson. And he knows this because he, too, has ADHD.

Ellen took her daughter out of the public school system because, like many other parents of children with ADHD, she felt her daughter wasn’t getting the help she needed. So Ellen moved her to Kentwood Preparatory School in Lantana, a school that caters to children with ADHD and other similar learning disorders.

He found out he had the disorder at age 40 because no one diagnosed him when he was younger. This explained why over the years he had to work so hard to succeed and never knew why. He had a reading disability but still managed to trek through school and become a psychologist. Now, at 53, he’s helping kids who remind him of himself when he was their age.

The school’s curriculum is based on critical thinking, explains Lance Fein, director of the school’s Fort Lauderdale campus. Most of Kentwood’s students come from public or private schools before parents moved them, complaining that either their kids were being bullied, weren’t learning anything or that the schools weren’t working for them.

“You expect a 4-year-old to not be able to sit still through a fancy 30-minute dinner, but if you have a 14-year-old getting up and walking around and not being able to sit still, that’s abnormal.”

-- Dr. Gloria Chiang, pediatric psychologist, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital

“It’s important to keep a kid who has challenges emotionally stable so they’ll never give up,” he says, adding that he wouldn’t be where he was today if it weren’t for the people who believed in him. “They need to come across people that can make a difference.”

MEETING THE CHALLENGE Mary Ellen of Boca Raton wanted a child so badly that as a 42-year-old single woman, she adopted a beautiful girl from Eastern Europe.

The mother and daughter pair even looked alike though not blood-related and as her daughter grew, Ellen realized they were similar in some ways, but different in others.

Her daughter, now 12 years old, was diagnosed with ADHD in the first grade and since then their lives have been filled with ups and downs.

She’s been on various medications—some worked and some didn’t—and she needs to be reminded two or three times a day to do things that come easily to others, such as brushing her teeth. She’s athletic and pretty

At Kentwood, class sizes are small and teachers are plenty, which is a perfect environment for a child with ADHD. About 60 percent Joyce Zelcer of the students on the Broward County campus alone have been diagnosed with ADHD. The staff works closely with parents, who constantly monitor their children’s progress daily to make sure they’re staying on track.

Parents of ADHD children often must micromanage their children to help them get through daily life—a long and stressful task for people such as Ellen. And they don’t just worry about their kids in the present, but about what the future will bring. Children with ADHD often end up quitting school, using drugs or alcohol and/or landing in

jail if they’re not directed to the right path.

The thought of their youngsters dating, driving and simply facing life as a teenager frightens these parents, which is why Ellen and others seek comfort and support from the local CHADD chapter in Boca Raton. The chapter’s leader, Joyce Zelcer, started the group because she has a 22-year-old son who was diagnosed with ADHD in the second grade. He’s now in his fourth year of college.

When her son was younger, Zelcer found few places for parents to seek help and since starting the local CHADD chapter in March, she’s seen membership grow every month.

“I’ve had so many parents who’ve contacted me whose kids have just been diagnosed.

They’re petrified, upset, emotionally exhausted. They’re so worried about what’s to be,” she says. “You can read a million parenting books and think Dr. Michael Rizzo you know how to parent but the things you do with normal kids doesn’t work with these kids. As a parent of a child with ADHD, you are banging your head against the wall constantly.”

Children with ADHD are definitely challenging to parents, Zelcer admits, but many are also very bright, creative and have the potential to be anything they want to be.

All they need is continuous guidance and support to get them on their way.

“When you bring a child into this world you just want them to have a perfect life and when you have these kinds of kids it breaks your heart. Life,” says Zelcer, “is a lot harder for them.”

And so she and other advocates will continue to do whatever it takes to make life easier for these kids, each and every day. O

CHADD of Boca Raton meets once a month in the Education Center of Boca Raton Regional Hospital. For more information, call coordinator Joyce Zelcer at 561-451-7107.

THEY'RE NOT ALONE If your child has ADHD, he or she is in good company. Here are a few of the famous folks living—and succeeding— with the condition.

TV personality/ comedian HOWIE MANDEL KARINA SMIRNOFF of “Dancing with the Stars” TY PENNINGTON of “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” Actress SALMA HAYEK Recording artist/actor JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE Olympic swimmer MICHAEL PHELPS Actor/comedian JIM CARREY Football analyst TERRY BRADSHAW Singer (and Beyoncé’s sister) SOLANGE KNOWLES Political pundit JAMES CARVILLE Former “Brady Bunch” star CHRISTOPHER KNIGHT Actress MICHELLE RODRIGUEZ Celebrity chef JAMIE OLIVER Virgin founder/ adventurer RICHARD BRANSON Socialite/reality TV star PARIS HILTON Baseball star PETE ROSE Olympian/reality star BRUCE JENNER

JANUARY 2012

85

I M P R O V I N G H A I R L I N E S O N E H E A D AT A T I M E .

The Charles Medical Group is a full service premier hair restoration clinic. We restore your hair and your self confidence for a lifetime.

Offering state of the art surgical techniques including Follicular Unit Extraction (F.U.E.), Laser Hair Treatments and the very latest hair loss treatment, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP). Also offering all Injectables and Fillers (Botox, Dysport, Restylane, Radiesse, Perlane, Juvederm).

Dr. Charles, the current President of the American Board of Hair Restoration Sugery, provides personalized attention and unmatched expertise. Call us today for a complimentary consultation.

DR. GLENN M. CHARLES

DR. GLENN M. CHARLES

200 Glades Road, Suite 2, Boca Raton, FL 33432

â&#x2013;

800.416.8302

â&#x2013;

www.charleshair.com

IN THIS EVER-CHANGING HEALTHCARE landscape, it’s not always easy to choose the

MEDICAL PR FILES

provider that best fits your needs. When making such an important decision, it’s crucial to do your research and ask for references.

Looking for quality healthcare? The following is a compendium of our community’s leading healthcare facilities and practitioners. From cardiology and dentistry to orthopedics and plastic surgery services (and more), you’ll find

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

an expert in every specialty.

JANUARY 2 0 1 2

87

MEDICAL

PROFILES DR. GREGORY ALBERT

NOT SEEING IS BELIEVING

Dr. Gregory Albert Performs Cutting-Edge Plastic Surgery For Natural Results

D

r. Gregory Albert. Highly-credentialed

lifts, eyelid and forehead lifts, among

There also are a variety of options avail-

and well-regarded throughout the

other procedures.

able for men who would like to make a positive physical change. Dr. Albert is

United States, is known as South Florida’s leading Board-certified plastic and cos-

Due to his stature in the industry, and his

recognized as a leader in male cosmet-

metic surgeon. The practice philosophy is

proficiency with the minimal incision arm-

ic and aesthetic procedures. One pro-

simply: Continuity of Aesthetic Care. Dr. Al-

lift, his expertise with the procedure has

cedure he is credited with perfecting is male breast reduction and involves the

bert, who focuses on the concept of “Age Management” believes that each patient has both immediate concerns as well as long-term goals. His ability to sustain beauty and natural results with individualized procedures is unparalled, and sets him apart from other cosmetic surgeons.

Men in Florida are living longer, healthier lives and they want to look great.

“

”

removal of excess male breast tissue.

The condition, called gynecomastia, is a condition that impacts men regardless of their age.

been featured in several televised segments on major television affiliates. This

“Men in Florida are living longer, healthier

Some of Dr. Albert’s patients come to

game-changing procedure uses a small

lives and they want to look great,” says

him simply looking to get rid of a couple

incision to remove excess sagging tissue

Dr. Albert.

of wrinkles or frown lines. Others are look-

and skin. It is, essentially, a new “lease on a

ing to add fullness to their skin, correct

South Florida life and a South-Florida style.”

“While fillers are much more popular than they used to be, they are still no replacement for plastic surgery,” says Dr. Albert.

Dr. Albert also performs facelifts, neck88

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Whatever your dreams and hopes for a better you, Dr. Albert will help you de-

facial wrinkles/lines and folds.

Dr. Gregory Albert is located at 6290 Linton Blvd., Suite 203, Delray Beach. For more information, call 561-495-2700 or visit drgregoryalbert.com or askdralbert.com.

cide what procedure is right. Today and tomorrow.

I listen to my patients, says Dr. Albert.

“That’s ALWAYS the first step we take together to achieve a new you.”

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

MEDICAL

PROFILES

NATURAL GIFT Dr. Elana Kaplove Of Back In Balance Provides Healing Treatments In A Nurturing Setting

D

r. Elana Kaplove is a holistic chiropractic physician who has 25+ years

of practice, multiple advanced certifications and an innate passion and intuition for assisting patients with physical and emotional challenges. People feel welcome here, are treated with kindness and respect and gain hope to improve or stay well.

DR. ELANA KAPLOVE

“A unique aspect of my practice is that I offer a holistic collective,” Dr. Kaplove says. “It’s a synergistic group of gifted,

vertigo, insomnia, digestive disorders, joint

practic College West in Hayward, CA,

natural healers; all of whom have ad-

pain, headaches, neuropathy, and much

Dr. Kaplove practiced in downtown San

vanced training in their field.”

more.

Francisco for 16 years. She was past president of the San Francisco Chiroprac-

“

People come here and experience amazing results.

”

tic Society. She moved with her family to Boca Raton in 2003.

Dr. Kaplove assesses the whole person to

“Many patients have previously been

Back in Balance is an approved VA

determine the source of the symptoms.

to numerous doctors,” says Dr. Kaplove.

provider. “We are especially enthusi-

Following a diagnosis, she implements

“Often, their issues are quickly resolved. I

astic about treating veterans and their

a combination of hands-on treatment,

am grateful that so many people experi-

families,” shares Dr. Kaplove. The office

physiotherapy, advanced modalities,

ence relief here.”

also accepts Medicare, is certified for workers’ compensation, takes letters of

homeopathic remedies and neutracuticals, (organic supplements). One tech-

After attending UC Berkeley and grad-

protection and is a provider for many

nique she uses is called N.E.T. (Neuro

uating with honors from Life Chiro-

insurance plans. A majority of the prac-

Emotional

Technique),

which

tice is built on referrals from enthusiastic

utilizes

patients.

applied kinesiology to release emotional blockages. Often, this treatment can bring immediate relief to longstanding health issues.

From infants to adults, patients come to her

Back In Balance is located at 7035 Beracasa Way, Suite 103, NW corner Powerline & Palmetto, Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-361-4888 or visit bocabackinbalance.com.

for help with back pain as well as fatigue, SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

“People come here and experience amazing results,” says Dr. Kaplove. “My patients are always saying to me, ‘Wow. You’re really hands on.’ ” I think that’s just the way it should be.”

JANUARY 2 0 1 2

89

MEDICAL

PROFILES DR. SETH J. BAUM

HEART MATTERS

Dr. Seth J. Baum Of Preventive Cardiology, Inc. Saves Lives With Preventive Care

H

eart disease is a pervasive killer— often striking even the young in the

prime of their lives when they are

completely unaware of their own personal risk. Seth J. Baum, M.D., a Board-certified preventive cardiologist in Boca Raton, asserts, “The evaluation and management of patients must be more personalized to be effective.”

“Utilizing specialized blood tests, coronary CT scans and other innovative non-invasive techniques, along with an extensive history and physical, we can more accurately judge a patient’s risk for developing a heart attack or stroke,” says Dr. Baum.

“Once patients are correctly risk stratified, appropriate and meaningful interventions can be made to reduce their risk. This may include medication, but we should never neglect the beneficial effect of therapeutic lifestyle changes, including exercising daily, eating a healthful diet, maintaining an optimal weight and

“

Prevention is undoubtedly the best approach to making a meaningful dent in heart disease.

”

has written two books, “The Total Guide to a Healthy Heart” and “Age Strong, Live Long; Lessons from my Patients.”

Noting that heart disease kills more women each year than even breast

managing stress.” This multifaceted and

Lipidology and is one of a handful

cancer, Dr. Baum commends Boca

comprehensive approach allows for truly

of U.S. cardiologists to be elected a

Raton Regional Hospital for launching

personalized and often life-altering care.

Fellow of the National Lipid Association.

a Women’s Cardiovascular Prevention

Dr. Baum lectures internationally and

program at its Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute. “We believe it’s

In recent years, medical scientists have

vital for women in our region to understand

made important discoveries about a wide array of lipids (cholesterol and other fats), some of which are the culprits that can gradually choke the body’s blood vessels. In 2005, Dr. Baum became Board certified in Clinical 90

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Seth J. Baum, M.D., Preventive Cardiology, Inc., is located at 7900 Glades Road, Suite 400, Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-488-5535 or visit fpim.org.

and thus modify their risk factors,” says Dr. Baum, who is medical director of the program. “Prevention is undoubtedly the best approach to making a meaningful dent in heart disease.”

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

MEDICAL

PROFILES DR. ALAN J. BAUMAN

HEAD OF THE CLASS Dr. Alan J. Bauman Of Bauman Medical Group A National Leader In Natural Hair Restoration

A

lan J. Bauman, M.D., is a national leader in treating hair loss and thin-

ning hair in both men and women. “More than half my patients fly to Boca from around the country for diagnosis and treatment,” says Dr. Bauman, founder and medical director, Bauman Medical Group, P.A. As one of the few physicians in the world Board-certified by the American and a nap or using your iPad, while we go to

‘hair plug’ techniques.

You’re relaxing, listening to music, taking a nap or using your iPad, while we go to work transplanting thousands of follicles.

For each hair transplant patient, Dr. Bau-

The FUE procedure often takes many hours,

there’s no telltale linear scar, you can wear

man develops a customized plan using

although sessions can be arranged to meet

your hair short and no one will ever know.”

the latest minimally invasive Follicular Unit

a patient’s work or travel schedule. “It’s

Extraction (FUE) technique. He meticu-

like a long plane ride,” says Dr. Bauman.

Dr. Bauman also offers a medical hair-loss

lously harvests individual hair follicles from

“You’re relaxing, listening to music, taking

management program using laser thera-

International Board of Hair Restoration Surgery, Dr. Bauman lectures frequently at medical conferences and appears regularly in the national media dispelling myths about hair loss treatments and old

“

”

NeoGraft. “By carefully positioning the hair follicles at the correct angle and orientation, we can recreate a natural hairline,” he says. “For more than 15 years, my patients have been thrilled with their hair

One of the many benefits of no-scalpel, nostitch FUE is a much faster recovery. “Three days after the procedure, you can be back in the gym working out,” he says. “Since

py, FDA-approved medications and other

the back of the scalp and transplants using an advanced instrument called

work transplanting thousands of follicles.”

Dr. Alan J. Bauman, Bauman Medical Group is located at 6861 S.W. 18th St., Suite 102, Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-394-0024, visit baumanmedical.com or find Bauman Medical Group on Facebook.

regrowth, which lasts a lifetime.”

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

effective techniques aimed at maintaining and enhancing a patient’s existing hair. “It’s like going to your personal trainer to achieve your fitness goals,” Dr. Bauman says. “Having a doctor monitor your hair loss and change what’s not working is important to keeping you on the right path.”

JANUARY 2 0 1 2

91

MEDICAL

PROFILES

We feel it is important to spend time evaluating a patient’s history… so that a treatment plan can be devised to provide lasting symptom resolution.

“

”

DARRYL APPLETON, M.D.

ROBERT J. FRIEDMAN, M.D.

SMART SCIENCE

The doctors and their highly trained staff

Darryl Appleton, M.D. And Robert J. Friedman, M.D. Of BrainStim Health & TMS Center Can Relieve Your Pain

W

provide compassionate care using a combination of traditional and innovative treatment options including acupuncture, low-level laser therapy, hypnosis, fatigue

ith so many physical and psycho-

ment specialist. His partner, Dr. Appleton,

management and Transcranial Magnetic

logical stresses today, it’s no won-

is a triple Board-certified psychiatrist who

Stimulation (TMS) therapy. Approved by

der so many people are struggling with

has been recognized internationally for

the FDA for the treatment of depression,

depression, fatigue, chronic pain and

his research and treatment of depres-

TMS provides safe, effective treatment

anxiety. Often, they turn to drugs and al-

sion, mood and anxiety disorders.

without the use of drugs or surgical procedures.

cohol to simply mask their pain.

“It is a new, efficacious and

Together, they bring more than 35 years

exciting treatment that has enormous

At BrainStim Health & TMS Center in

of experience to the practice providing a

potential for diverse problems,” says Dr.

Delray Beach, Drs. Darryl Appleton and

blend of psychiatry and neurology treat-

Appleton.

Robert J. Friedman take a multidisci-

ment options. Patients who suffer from

plinary approach to helping patients

depression and other mood disorders, fre-

BrainStim Health & TMS Center is one of

get to the root of their problem and

quent and disabling migraines, back pain

the few practices in South Florida that of-

on the road to recovery. They take an

that has not responded to other treat-

fers TMS, which uses a specially designed

individual approach based on science

ments, widespread pain that is the result

coil to generate short pulses of localized

and experience.

of pain sensitivity disorder, sleep problems

magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells.

and issues relating to medication, can turn “We feel it is important to spend time

to BrainStim Health & TMS Center for help.

look forward to bringing other types of

evaluating a patient’s history, presenting symptoms and causes of their symptoms, so that a treatment plan can be devised to provide lasting symptom resolution,” says Dr. Friedman, who is a triple Boardcertified neurologist and pain manage92

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

As modalities evolve, the doctors and staff

BrainStim Health & TMS Center is located at 301 West Atlantic Avenue, Suite O-6, Delray Beach. For more information, call 877-750-7846 or visit brainstim.com.

brain stimulation therapies to South Florida in the future.

Learn about brain stimulation at the Grand Opening: January 25, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

MEDICAL

PROFILES

Like any other chronic disease, addiction can be treated and managed, allowing patients to live a full and productive life.

“

”

RECOVERY FOR LIFE

Caron Renaissance Helps The Entire Family Begin The Recovery Process

F

or anyone struggling with addiction,

group and individual therapy sessions in

Also, the Hanley Center of West Palm

the biggest and hardest step toward

a transitional therapeutic environment

Beach, offering specialized treatment for

recovery is the first one. Caron Renaissance

designed to help the patient receive the

Baby Boomers and older adults, will soon

understands how important it is that the

support needed to re-enter the world with

be integrated into the Caron continuum.

first step not be taken alone.

a fresh start.

A family support system is crucial to

Founded in 1957, Caron’s network of

participate in a comprehensive residential

success. The family plays an essential role

residential treatment centers comprises

alcohol and drug treatment program

in recovery and changes in the family

one of the oldest and largest non-profit

which specializes in alternative and dual-

structure can increase the chance of

organizations offering addiction treatment

diagnosis as part of its continuum of

a successful outcome for the primary

for young adults, adults and adolescents.

care. Caron Renaissance has extensive

patient. That’s why the patient is the

In addition to Caron Renaissance, Caron

experience in treating co-occurring

family and the family is the patient in

operates residential treatment centers

psychological/psychiatric disorders.

the groundbreaking Residential Family

in Pennsylvania

Restructuring program.

regional offices in Bermuda, Boston, New

Like any other chronic disease, addiction

York, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.

can be treated and managed allowing

At the Boca Raton campus, patients

and Texas, and has

In the Residential Family Restructuring

patients to live a full and productive life.

program, families not only learn about addiction as a family disease, but are immersed in an intensive, live-in treatment experience designed to help the entire family begin the recovery process. Family

Caron Renaissance is located at 7789 N.W. Beacon Square Blvd., Boca Raton.

For more information, call 866-915-0290 or visit caronrenaissance.org.

members and patients participate in SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

By examining one’s beliefs, patterns and values in a long-term residential clinical setting, the therapists at Caron Renaissance can often find the keys to unlock the door to a successful recovery.

JANUARY 2 0 1 2

93

MEDICAL

PROFILES DR. GLENN M. CHARLES

HAIR APPARENT

Charles Medical Group A Leader In State-Of-The-Art Restoration Techniques

D

r. Glenn M. Charles has a passion for improving people’s lives by improv-

ing their hair at Charles Medical Group.

He performs advanced, undetectable hair restoration procedures including Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and Follicular Unit Grafting (FUG) that yield results without telltale scars or unnatural “plugs” of hair.

With the popular FUE procedure, individual follicular units are excised and transplanted. FUG requires the extraction of a single strip of tissue from the donor area.

Nearly half of Dr. Charles’ patients are

more common in women than people

The strip is then dissected into naturally

from outside of Florida, drawn by the

think and now they can do something

occurring groupings of one, two, three,

practice’s excellent reputation.

about it.

or four hairs. These grafts are then individually implanted into tiny incisions in the scalp.

Dr. Charles can help patients decide which procedure is best.

We have a good success rate of improving the quality of patients’ hair.

“

”

Born in Buffalo, N.Y. and raised in the suburbs of Detroit, Michigan, Dr. Charles received his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University. He earned a medical degree from Nova Southeastern

Unlike many doctors who use only a few

University School of Medicine followed by

Charles Medical Group offers the latest,

technicians, Dr. Charles has a large staff

an internship and residency in Diagnostic

most effective advances including laser

to ensure surgery runs smoothly.

Radiology at Michigan State University affiliated hospitals.

hair therapy, a noninvasive treatment for hair loss. Patients sit under lasers as

While hair transplants used to be more

phototherapy is painlessly delivered to

common among men, Dr. Charles is see-

He is immediate past president of the

the scalp. The therapy has been shown

ing more women. Hair loss, he says, is

American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery, a member of the International So-

to increase blood supply to the scalp, slow hair loss and may stimulate hair regrowth.

“We have a good success rate of improving the quality of patients’ hair,” says Dr. Charles.

94

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Charles Medical Group is located at 200 Glades Road, Suite 2, Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-395-5544 or visit charlesmedicalgroup.com.

ciety of Hair Restoration Surgeons, and the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians.

Call Charles Medical Group today for your complimentary consultation.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

MEDICAL

PROFILES

INTEGRATED EXCELLENCE Dr. William M. DeMarchi Delivers Comprehensive Integrated Care

W

ith its warm and comfortable offices, friendly staff and growing team of

skilled physicians, William M. DeMarchi, M.D., P.A., offers convenient, comprehensive integrated care to South Florida

WILLIAM M. DEMARCHI, M.D.

patients. “The five new in-office specialty physicians have been carefully selected for their expertise and excellence in pa-

ropractor for Florida Atlantic University

tient care,” says Dr. DeMarchi, a gradu-

athletics. He focuses on injury preven-

fied foot and ankle surgeon, and a leg

ate of New York Medical College special-

tion techniques, as well as overcom-

vein specialist. She specializes in laser

izing in internal medicine.

ing musculoskeletal injuries, so patients

treatments, such as spider and vari-

can return to their favorite activities as

cose treatment, nail fungus removal,

Dr. DeMarchi has been serving patients

quickly as possible.

scar reduction and hair removal. She

in Palm Beach and Broward counties

The five new in-office specialty physicians have been carefully selected for their expertise and excellence in patient care.

stays on top of the latest advances in

“

for more than a decade, building a truly unique full-service practice that includes the popular “lab lounge,” a living well center focusing on fitness and physical therapy, and a new in-office pharmacy.

Dr. DeMarchi recently welcomed five new specialty physicians:

”

medicine to provide some of the most cutting-edge treatments in medicine and surgery. ●

Hillel D. Cohen, M.D., a Board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in colon cancer screening, esophageal

Michael S. Joyner, M.D., a specialist in

reflux disease, irritable bowel syn-

hand surgery and aesthetic hand reju-

drome, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative

a Board-certified obstetrician/gyne-

venation who uses innovative microsur-

colitis, abdominal bloating, as well as

cologist who provides comprehensive

gery techniques for many conditions.

diseases of the liver, gallbladder, and

women’s health care, including ado-

His expertise includes carpal tunnel

pancreas. In addition, Dr. Cohen per-

lescent gynecological care, bioidenti-

syndrome, trigger finger release, arthri-

forms a painless, in-office, non-surgical

cal hormone therapy for the treatment

tis, Dupuytren’s contracture, ganglion

technique for hemorrhoids.

of the peri and menopausal female,

cysts, hand tumors and sports injuries.

“We invite new patients to experience

nutritional evaluation and micronutrient panel and medical weight loss program with Optifast. ●

Jodi Schoenhaus, D.P.M, a Board-certi-

Beth Freedland, D.O., F.A.C.O.O.G.,

● ●

●

Todd I. Rodman, D.C., C.S.C.S., a sports

William M. DeMarchi, M.D., P.A. is located at 9878 Clint Moore Road, Suite 202, Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-451-2454.

medicine specialist and the team chiSPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

our unsurpassed integrated medical care in a setting that rivals a five-star hotel,” says Dr. DeMarchi. “We’re here to help ensure your achievement of optimum wellness.”

JANUARY 2 0 1 2

95

MEDICAL

PROFILES

EYE ON THE FUTURE

Dr. Barry Ginsberg Treats Vision Problems With Innovative Tools

W

hen Dr. Barry Ginsberg had the latest 3D TV installed in his waiting room,

it was done to entertain his patients and educate them on the latest eye care products.

What he didn’t envision, was that this technology—more prevalent than ever at the theater and in homes—could be

DR. BARRY GINSBERG

used to help diagnose and treat patients suffering from vision problems associated with 3D viewing.

“Patients would come to me and say they were having trouble seeing 3D. Now I can find out why,” says Ginsberg.

“It’s become a great diagnostic tool.”

When it comes to eye exams I do my best to ensure 100 percent patient satisfaction. I pay attention to detail.

“

”

Dr. Ginsberg also specializes in hard-to-fit contact lenses. He says patients call him a problem solver. Sometimes patients will come in after seeing several other doctors who haven’t been able to help them.

Dr. Ginsberg says patients complaining

One of the more noticeable wow factors

He also offers his patients a complimen-

about headaches, blurred vision or diz-

at Eye Doc of Boca is the enormity of his

tary LASIK vision consultation for those

ziness from watching 3D can be treated

eyeglass frame selection. The boutique

who want freedom from contacts and

with special lenses or a regimen of vision

offers more than 1,000 frames for men,

glasses.

therapy.

women and children. The inventory is constantly being updated with new items

“When it comes to eye exams I do my

A Board-certified optometrist with more

brought in every six weeks and only first-

best to ensure 100 percent patient sat-

than 28 years of experience, Dr. Gins-

quality products are used.

isfaction. I pay attention to detail,” says this Boca Raton husband and father.

berg combines exceptional technological advances with personalized at-

His practice also has an on-site optical

tention and a commitment to care. He

lab with glasses made while you wait or

Dr. Ginsberg is a member of the Ameri-

prides himself with being at the forefront

ready for next-day pickup.

can, Florida and Palm Beach County Optometric associations. He attended

of technology and fashion.

He offers his patients a complimentary annual subscription to Medflash.com, a personal health and wellness manager providing critical information to healthcare professionals in case of emergency.

96

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Eye Doc of Boca is located in Regency Court at Woodfield, 3011 Yamato Road, Suite A17, Boca Raton, which is at the northwest corner of Jog and Yamato Roads.

For more information, call 561-995-9600.

Yeshiva University in New York City and the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Philadelphia. He came to Florida nearly 30 years ago and has built one of the most respected optometry practices in South Florida.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

MEDICAL

PROFILES

“

Using a 12-step approach, the Hanley Center’s Freedom and Independence programs are designed to help those aged 46 to 64, and 65 and older.

”

HELP BECOMES HOPE Hanley Center Offers Programs Designed For Seniors And Baby Boomers

A

s Baby Boomers age, many face new

Hanley recognizes that men and women

themselves, reintegrate with others, make

challenges such as job loss, financial

between 18 and 45 benefit from gender

amends, and give back. After you have

instability, loss of identity or purpose, and

separate treatment. The Milestone program

undergone treatment at Hanley, you are not

declining health. These problems may

for women addresses the societal pressures

alone. Ongoing support is given as part of the

fuel depression, anxiety and substance

that encourage women to care for others,

Recovery for Life philosophy.

abuse.

often at their own expense. The Benchmark program recognizes that men are

Founded over 25 years ago by Mary Jane

To better address these concerns, the

conditioned to be strong and hold back on

and Jack Hanley, the Hanley Center has

Hanley Center created groundbreaking

expressing themselves, which often makes it

grown to become one of the leading

programs for seniors and Baby Boomers

difficult for men to ask for the help they need.

substance abuse treatment centers in

that

have

set

the

standard

for

the U.S. The Hanley Center will soon

addressing the unique needs of these

The highly qualified staff teaches patients

be integrated as a Caron Treatment

populations.

to identify the barriers to their own recovery

Center, a nationally recognized network of

and how to work though them. At

non-profit residential treatment centers,

Hanley Center, patients take responsibility for

allowing Hanley to provide a more

Using a 12-Step approach, the Hanley Center’s Freedom and Independence programs are designed to help those aged 46 to 64, and 65 and older. The Hanley Center is the only facility to create specialized programming and housing for

comprehensive continuum of treatment.

The Hanley Center’s main campus is located at 5200 East Ave., West Palm Beach. For more information, call 866-442-6539 or visit hanleycenter.org.

this population.

Through Hanley and the Caron continuum, men and women ages 13 to 113 can receive life-saving treatment specific to their unique needs.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

JANUARY 2 0 1 2

97

MEDICAL

PROFILES

LISTEN UP Hearing Partners Of South Florida Inc. Offers The Most Advanced Industry Technology

I

magine not having to take out your

DR. NIMET A. ADAM

hearing aid for up to four months or worry

DR. VALERIE ROSSETTI

about changing the batteries. How would you like to wear a hearing instrument that is invisible and so natural you might forget

phones allow them to hear better in res-

facturer’s product may limit the patient’s

you’re wearing a device at all?

taurants and other areas where there is

options and potential to hear better,”

ambient noise.

says Dr. Adam.

new technology is allowing them to hear

“Wireless technology today addresses

The practice is part of Audigy, a nation-

better 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week.

those environments very effectively,” says

ally recognized hearing care manage-

Dr. Nimet A. Adam, the clinic’s founder,

ment company whose members are

who has nearly 20 years of experience.

some of the most elite private practitio-

Patients with hearing loss are finding that

Today’s hearing instruments are cosmetically appealing, small and discreet with Bluetooth connectivity built in. Patients can watch TV that is streamed directly into their hearing instrument. With just the push of the button patients can answer the phone and have the conversation stream directly into their hearing device.

ners in the country.

There have been a lot of advancements in hearing instrument technology.

“

”

Being part of that group allows patients to find a provider in their area who can help them service their instruments when they are away from home.

At Hearing Partners of South Florida, pa-

“That’s a big factor for a lot of our pa-

“There have been a lot of advancements

tients don’t have just one or two mod-

tients who are snowbirds or who travel,”

in hearing aid technology,” says Dr.

els from which to choose. The practice

says Dr. Rossetti.

Valerie Rossetti, a member of the Audi-

works with a variety of manufacturers to

ology team at Hearing Partners of South

find what is best for their patients.

Florida Inc., which serves Delray Beach, Boca Raton and Boynton Beach.

The practice offers a full spectrum of diagnostic testing with state-of-the-art

“A practice that only offers one manu-

equipment. And patients aren’t just told about what options are available—

Hearing aids today are like little computers. They self-adjust to reduce background noise and increase volume so patients can put them in and forget about them.

One of the most prevalent complaints patients have is their inability to hear things clearly. Now, portable micro98

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

they’re able to hear and experience the

Hearing Partners of South Florida, Inc. is located at 4731 W. Atlantic Ave., Suite B20, Delray Beach and at 10151 Enterprise Center Blvd., Suite 107, Boynton Beach.

For more information, call 561-638-6530 or visit myhearingpartners.com.

difference.

“The first step is to have a complete evaluation because there are a variety of factors that can contribute to hearing problems. The more we know, the better we can treat the problem,” says Dr. Adam.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

MEDICAL

PROFILES JONATHAN LEVY, M.D.

SHOULDERS RESPONSIBILITY Jonathan Levy, M.D. Of Holy Cross Orthopedic Institute Is A Leader In Shoulder Replacement Surgery

W

hen it comes to treating elbow and shoulder injuries, Jonathan Levy, M.D.

is one of the best in his field. To exemplify that, Dr. Levy is the only South Florida surgeon to be named to the prestigious American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, an invitation-only society made up of the leading national and international orthopedic surgeons. Dr. Levy’s practice is exclusive to shoulder and elbow problems.

An academic at heart, Dr. Levy focuses on continuing clinical research to ensure he stays ahead of the latest advancements. He has already published more than 30 peer-reviewed articles in his specialty, and is clinical director of the Holy

“

People want to know they have the best chance for the best result. I spend a great deal of time developing this confidence with my patients.

Cross Orthopedic Research Institute.

He remains on the cutting edge of new

”

at the University of Miami’s Jackson Me-

Dr. Levy performs everything from the next

technologies and routinely uses in-office

morial Hospital. He completed a fellow-

generation of reverse shoulder replace-

diagnostic ultrasound to immediately di-

ship with Dr. Mark Frankle in Tampa and

ment, a procedure that he helped de-

agnose rotator cuff tears and other com-

was a visiting clinician at the prestigious

sign, to complex all-arthroscopic shoulder

mon shoulder problems, helping patients

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn.

reconstruction. His patients range from

get on the road to recovery more quickly.

He is continuously recognized for his aca-

professional athletes to weekend warriors.

As chief of orthopedic surgery at the Holy

A graduate of Northwestern University

demic research. And, while patients are

Medical School, Dr. Levy did his residency

impressed by his résumé, Dr. Levy said it’s his “caring bedside manner” that keeps

Cross Orthopedic Institute in Fort Lauderdale, he sees some of the most complex cases—treating patients from around the globe. While a busy shoulder surgeon may perform 20 to 30 shoulder replacements a

Holy Cross Orthopaedic Institute is located at 5597 N. Dixie Highway, Fort Lauderdale.

For more information, call 954-958-4800 or visit shoulder-and-elbow.com.

year, Dr. Levy performs more than 150.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

them coming back. “People want to know they have the best chance for the best result. I spend a great deal of time developing this confidence with my patients,” Dr. Levy says.

JANUARY 2 0 1 2

99

MEDICAL

PROFILES

PERSONAL TOUCH Northwest Medical Center Is Committed To Caring For The Community

A

part of the prestigious Hospital Corporation

surgical services using the da Vinci

of America (HCA) family, Northwest

Robotic System.

Medical Center in Margate opened 27 years ago bringing state-of-the-art healthcare

What sets Northwest apart is the personal

backed with more than 600 expert Board-

touch they offer with Consult-A-Nurse,

certified physicians and 800 dedicated

a free 24-hour health information line

staff members.

and physician referral. The staff at

“

What sets Northwest apart is the personal touch they offer with Consult-A-Nurse, a free 24-hour health information line and physician referral.

Built on the foundation of proactive

community through a special lineup

”

care, the hospital is a big proponent of

of health events where information,

patients to help them make better

the timeless philosophy—prevention is

screenings and Q&A sessions enable

health and lifestyle choices.

the best cure. It is reflected in the broad

patients to always stay informed. The

range of services that they offer that

team takes pride in partnering with

Northwest stays connected with the

Delivery, Pediatrics, 24-hour Adult and Pediatric Emergency Care, a Bariatric Center

of

Minimally

Excellence, Invasive

Orthopedics,

Surgical

Services

such as The Pelvic Health Institute and The Heartburn Relief Center, and various 100

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

As life gets busier and the credo of the millennium seems to be “Do More,”

include Open Heart Surgery, Labor and

Northwest Medical is located at 2801 N. State Road 7, Margate. For a free physician referral and to register for a community event, call 1-866-4HCA-DOCS (442-2362). For more information, call 954-974-0400 or visit northwestmed.com.

staying healthy is becoming a bigger priority now more than ever. That’s why it’s important to be proactive not reactive when it comes to health.

Choosing a reliable healthcare partner is the first step.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

MEDICAL

PROFILES DR. RAFAEL C. CABRERA

MASTER INJECTOR Dr. Rafael C. Cabrera Of Plastic Surgery Specialists Of Boca Raton Makes Hands Look Years Younger

H

ave you ever met a woman who could easily pass for 10 to15 years

younger than her age, that is, until you see her hands? The hands can easily give away a person’s age, especially so if they have had facial rejuvenation—the contrast becomes very noticeable. Unfortunately, our hands tend to be ignored as we slather on the newest anti-aging concoctions and inject fillers in our faces.

“Women (and men) tend to focus on fighting the signs of aging on their faces, but often times the hands are overlooked,” says Rafael C. Cabrera of

Plastic Surgery Specialists of Boca Raton.

“Second to our faces, our hands are the

“

Women (and men) tend to focus on fighting the signs of aging on their faces, but often times the hands are overlooked.

first areas to show signs of aging.”

”

Frequency) laser treatment,” he explains.

This 40-minute treatment provides imme-

Unavoidable sun exposure, loss of fat,

The combination of these treatments al-

diate results with no pain and no down-

collagen and elasticity are all contribut-

lows Dr. Cabrera to restore the volume to

time. “Patients can resume their normal

ing factors to the hands appearing bony,

the hands and improve the texture and

activities the very next day and results

wrinkled and spotted. So, what can be

pigmentation of the skin.

typically last approximately 12 months or more,” says Dr. Cabrera.

done? Well, you could keep your hands in your pockets at the next social event, right? Dr. Cabrera has a better solution: Non-invasive Hand Rejuvenation.

“I utilize a combination of dermal fillers, such as Restylane and Radiesse, and an

Plastic Surgery Specialists of Boca Raton, Rafael C. Cabrera, M.D., FACS, is located at 951 N.W. 13th St., Suite 4A, Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-393-6400 or visit pssbocaraton.com.

IPL/RF (Intense Pulsed Light and Radio SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

Known as a “Master Injector,” Dr. Cabrera’s CV includes a degree with distinction from Cornell University, a medical degree from NYU School of Medicine and post-doctoral training at Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital.

JANUARY 2 0 1 2

101

MEDICAL

PROFILES HOWARD J. GELB, M.D.

NO BONES ABOUT IT Howard J. Gelb, M.D. Of The Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center Is Head And Shoulders Above The Rest

H

oward J. Gelb, M.D. is a Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who’s dedicat-

ed to both his profession and an active lifestyle. Dr. Gelb golfs and skis. He’s an avid runner who enjoys working out at the gym. Dr.Gelb also holds a black belt in karate.

So when patients come to him worried that their shoulder or knee injuries might curtail their active lifestyles, he knows how badly they want back in the game.

One of the things I enjoy most is watching my patients get back out there. It gives me a lot of satisfaction.

“

”

the acclaimed Cincinnati Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center. Dr. Gelb was specializing in sports medicine well before it was an American buzzword.

At the Sports Medicine & Orthopae-

surgery. While on rotation in New York at

dic Center, Dr. Gelb specializes in ar-

the Hospital for Special Surgery, he worked

Board-certified in sports medicine by

throscopic surgery of the shoulder, knee

with the team specialist for the New York

the American Board of Orthopaedic

and elbow. He’s an expert at rotator cuff

Giants and chose orthopaedic surgery and

Surgeons, Dr. Gelb has been providing

repairs, ACL reconstruction, shoulder

sports medicine as a career. Subsequently,

South Florida patients with his excellent

instability repairs, meniscus repair and

he trained with many of the world’s pre-

care since 1995. He is the team doctor

shoulder replacement. The state-of-the

eminent orthopaedic surgeons, both dur-

for several Palm Beach and Broward

art surgical office is equipped with physi-

ing his Penn residency and his Fellowship at

county high schools and is affiliated with the United States Tennis Association and

cal therapy facilities, digital X-ray machines and electronic medical records.

A New York native who graduated top of his class from Cornell University, Dr. Gelb found his calling as a medical school student at the University of Pennsylvania, winning the student award for orthopaedic 102

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center is located at 9980 Central Park Blvd.

North, Suite 222, Boca Raton.

For more information, call 561-558-8898 or visit gelbmd.com.

the Chris Evert Tennis Academy.

“One of the things I enjoy most is watching my patients get back out there,” says Dr. Gelb, who hangs framed photos of his healthy athlete-patients along an office wall. “It gives me a lot of satisfaction.”

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

MEDICAL

PROFILES DR. ZARINA STALLER

THE MAGIC TOUCH

Dr. Zarina Staller Creates Beautiful Smiles With Gentle Procedures And Stellar Results

W

hen asked what she does for a living, Dr. Zarina Staller’s reply is short and to

the point. “I design smiles.”

Dentistry, you might say, is in Dr. Staller’s blood. Her father was an oral surgeon in her native Colombia and she always knew she wanted to be a dentist. She began practicing there and later moved to the United States where she earned a second dental degree before establishing her boutique practice.

When you walk into Dr. Staller’s office, don’t expect a typical dental experi-

procedures in dental care. In conjunction

For those who are not fond of needles,

ence. Her reception room looks more

with a periodontal team, in just one day,

Dr. Staller provides computerized anes-

like the lobby of a spa. She pampers her

bothersome dentures can be a problem

thesia.

No one should be able to tell that you have had a restoration.

“

Worried about what you might look like

Although porcelain veneers are Dr. Stall-

of the past. All-on-4 dental implants can

is done.

er’s specialty, there are circumstances

be placed, leaving the patient with a

where she can accomplish beautiful re-

fixed dental bridge or a palate-less, fixed

When she is not practicing dentistry, Dr.

sults, while making this more affordable

denture and a beautiful new smile.

Staller teaches it at Nova Southeastern

patients in this tranquil setting by making them feel at ease. Dr. Staller offers a full range of services from professional whitening to cosmetic reconstruction.

”

discuss different alternatives available.

“No one should be able to tell that you have had a restoration,” she says. She of-

metic imaging. Patients are able to see what they will look like before any work

University. She says the most important

to the patient. For that reason, she highly recommends a cosmetic consultation to

after dental work? Dr. Staller offers cos-

Zarina Staller, D.M.D. is located in Addison Place at 16950 Jog Road, Suite 106, Delray Beach. For more information, call 561-6383007 or visit zarinastallerdentistry.com.

fers the most advanced and innovative SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

thing she tells her students is to have a light touch and an artistic talent. “If they don’t know how to treat a patient, if they don’t have humanity, if they don’t love what they are doing, then dentistry is not the place for them,” she says.

JANUARY 2 0 1 2

103

MEDICAL

PROFILES DR. JACOB D. STEIGER

FACE FACTS

Dr. Jacob D. Steiger Turns Back The Hands Of Time With Expert Skill And Maximum Knowledge

W

hen patients come to Dr. Jacob D. Steiger looking to turn back the

hands of time, the South Florida facial plastic surgeon asks them to bring along a photo of themselves in their youth.

That’s because the Ivy league-trained surgeon aims to achieve the most natural and effective possible results.

While the procedure is considered the

where to use it when outlining a treat-

Facelift surgery, he says, should restore

Rolls Royce of facelifts, not everyone

ment plan with patients.

the youthful face and not make you

wants, or needs it.

When consulting with patients he takes

look different, just younger. Focusing on one area of the body allows the double board-certified facial plastic surgeon to be proficient and stay up to date on the newest techniques.

Among those techniques is the deepplane facelift. This advanced facelift

“

They want to look natural, they want the best possible result and they want it to last a long time.

”

into consideration all the factors that contribute to aging such as bone structure, facial balance, whether the patient is a smoker, or how much exposure to the sun they’ve had.

Dr. Steiger believes that whatever he

procedure requires the surgeon to go

Fortunately, technology is available to-

does, it must be tailored to the patient.

beneath the muscle to make improve-

day using injectable fillers, fat grafting,

There is no cookie-cutter approach.

ments by lifting the jowls, cheek and

Botox and lasers in order to achieve

neck all in one unit, thus restoring the fa-

a more youthful look without surgery.

A native Miamian, Dr. Steiger completed

cial tissues to their original position.

Dr. Steiger determines what to use and

his surgical training at the University of Pennsylvania and then went on to re-

The procedure also meets the three main criteria women want.

“They want to look natural, they want the best possible result and they want it to last a long time,” says Steiger.

104

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Steiger Facial Plastic Surgery is located at 4800 Linton Blvd., Building D, Suite 502B, Delray Beach. For more information, call 561-499-9339 or visit drsteiger.com.

ceive advanced training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Michigan.

He practices in Boca Raton and Delray Beach.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

MEDICAL

PROFILES

DR. SAMUEL ZFAZ DR. JEFFREY GANELES DR. FREDERIC J. NORKIN

The board-certified specialists at the

PEARLY WHITES

TeethToday Dental Implant Center have placed more than 20,000 dental implants

Dr. Ganeles Of TeethToday® Dental Implant Center Gives Patients Plenty To Smile About

since the 1990s with a success rate higher than the national average of 95 to 98 percent. Dr. Ganeles, along with his partners, Drs. Frederic J. Norkin and Samuel Zfaz,

I

magine walking into a dental implant

helped thousands of patients who are

have written for medical publications

center with missing or failing teeth and

missing one or more of their natural teeth,

and given scientific lectures about their

walking out with a bright white smile. It hap-

wearing ill-fitting removable partials, pain-

procedures and results around the world.

pens every day at the TeethToday® Dental

ful dentures or struggling with complica-

Implant Center in Boca Raton.

“We help patients regain their appearance, self-confidence and lifestyle along with their dental health,” says Dr. Jeffrey Ganeles, a Board-certified periodontist

We help patients regain their appearance, self-confidence and lifestyle along with their dental health.

“

”

who has appeared on ABC TV’s “Extreme

All the TeethToday® Center doctors are diplomates of the American Board of Periodontology, and fellows of the Swissbased International Team for Implantology (ITI), a nonprofit research group on the cutting edge of scientific development for implant dentistry. In addition, they all serve

Makeover” show. As the creator of the

tions from prior dental procedures. “Along

on the faculty of Nova Southeastern Uni-

revolutionary TeethToday® procedure, Dr.

with treatments, we offer follow-up and

versity’s College of Dental Medicine.

Ganeles’ team can correct the most seri-

long-term maintenance care,” he adds.

ous dental problems in just one day. “You

“We’re here for the long haul.”

will go from having to hide your smile, your breath and your embarrassment to having a radiant smile and a renewed quality of life,” he says.

A scientifically proven and typically pain-

According to Dr. Norkin, “Implant dentistry is considered the standard of care for re-

The TeethToday Dental Implant Center is located at 3020 N. Military Trail, Suite 200, Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-939-8008 or visit teethtoday.com.

free treatment option, TeethToday® has SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

placing failing or missing teeth. It is the latest tooth replacement technology available, and we have mastered this technology. Patients are the beneficiaries of this progress with less healing time, higher success, less anxiety and greater comfort.”

JANUARY 2 0 1 2

105

MEDICAL

PROFILES DR. BARBARA WINTER

LETS TALK SEX Dr. Barbara Winter Treats Intimacy Issues In A Safe And Nurturing Setting

A

lthough 43 percent of women and 31 percent of men in America suffer

from sexual dysfunction, it’s not something people feel comfortable talking about. But Psychologist-Sexologist, Dr. Barbara Winter does.

In fact, she has been ‘talking sex’ for more than two decades.

A sex and love expert, Dr. Winter offers a safe, confidential environment where anyone—from teens to seniors—can freely communicate about their inability to experience sexual satisfaction due to factors

“

“A big deal-breaker in a relationship is infidelity.

services including EMDR and hypnosis

a broad range of problems including

Her passion for helping families become

”

including low desire, erectile dysfunction and premature or delayed ejaculation.

for patients suffering from stress-related trauma.

anxiety and depression, OCD, loss/grief

more effective has led Dr. Winter to assist

The culprits often are physiological/health

counseling, anger management and

families in transition through all stages of

problems and psychological barriers, in-

post-traumatic stress disorder. She also

the dissolution of the marriage and the

cluding depression, performance anxi-

has expertise in treating eating disor-

creation of a new and blended family.

ety, marital issues and sexual trauma.

ders, women’s issues and sexual abuse.

“Divorce Coaching” might include child

“A big deal-breaker in a relationship is infi-

“They are all connected, we take our-

seling, parenting coordination and es-

delity. The prevalence of sexual addiction

selves into the bedroom,” she says.

tablishing a new blended family.

and/or adult therapies, co-parent coun-

and cybersex in today’s world is a clear reflection of our absence of real intimacy,”

Where

not

Dr. Winter earned her Ph.D. in Clinical

she says.

worked, Dr. Winter offers a multitude of

Psychology from Nova Southeastern Uni-

traditional

therapy

has

versity and completed her clinical internDr. Winter also works with patients dealing with transgender and transsexual issues and fetishes.

Whether treating concerns in or out of the bedroom, Dr. Winter assists with 106

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Dr. Barbara Winter is located at 2900 N. Military, Trail #165, Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-995-4004 or visit her blog, “Sex, Love & Light” at drbarbarawinter.com.

ship at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio.

She had postdoctoral training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, hypnosis and EMDR and is a Diplomate and Clinical Supervisor in Clinical Sexology.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

HONORARY CHAIRMEN AMY LUBETKIN • CINDY WATTS

RENEE

CHAIRMEN KAY • LISA KIMMELMAN

BENEFITING JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION

NEW VENUE: Four Seasons ResorT • Palm Beach EMCEE: JAY CASHMERE, WPTV NEWSCHANNEL 5 PRESENTED

BY

THE RHODA

AND

DAVID CHASE FAMILY FOUNDATION

PNC WEALTH MANAGEMENT - DIAMOND SPONSOR BLUEGREEN CORPORATION – PLATINUM SPONSOR

THE BOCA

MEDIA PARTNERS RATON OBSERVER • ESPN760 AM

561.686.7701 JDRF.ORG/GREATERPALMBEACH

•

GREATERPALMBEACH@JDRF.ORG

1(: <($5 1(: <28

NEW â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;DO AT JODY JACK AND CO., BOCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOTTEST NEW SALON SENSATION. $6 )($785(' 21 1%&·6 &+$11(/ :,7+ 52;$11( 67(,1

&$// )25 <285 &203/,0(17$5< & $5< &2168/7$7,21 21

6W $QGUHZV %OYG _ %RFD 5DWRQ UHZ 6W $QGUHZV 3OD]D _ 1H[W WR 0DJJLDQRV V 3

ZZZ MRG\MDFNDQGFR FRP

inside

Where to find Shrimp Oreganata, Neapolitan Pizza, Lychee Martinis and more…

�

taste 8bites 8 reviews 8listings

//

THE DISH ON FOOD, WINE & RESTAURANTS

JUST BREATHE New Restaurant, Nightclub And Lounge Opens In Delray Beach

T



Photos by Downtown Photo

AIR OF SOPHISTICATION: CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: the swanky bar; Seven Layer Red Velvet Tower dessert; the VIP Room; Scallops Tres Colores

he latest new downtown Delray Beach spot catering to foodies and nightcrawlers is Breathe, a Mediterranean-fusion restaurant, lounge and nightclub. Located on Atlantic Avenue just west of Swinton, owners tout a “funky new twist on Mediterranean region fare in a chic, stylish and intimate atmosphere.”

“Our authentic cuisine coupled with a sexy and alluring atmosphere is sure to make Breathe one of the hottest dining and late-night destinations on Atlantic,” says Sylvie Benloulou, general manager.

Breathe offers a creative and diverse menu with dishes such as Aubergine Salad, with roasted eggplant, herb goat cheese, toasted sunflower seeds and fresh plum tomatoes; Mediterranean Mezze, an assortment of hummus, olive tapenade, baba ganoush and tabouleh with fresh mint served on grilled pita points; Snapper Beurre Blanc in lemon butter, served with garlic smashed potatoes; and a 14-oz. Filet Mignon served with a burgundy

reduction, caramelized pearl onions and Parmesan potato gratin.

Other options include 48 hour lemoninfused Chicken Kabobs in a tzatziki sauce with grilled pita, and Scallops Tres Colores, which are pan-seared with crunchy asparagus and fire-roasted pepper coulis. And for dessert, a must-try is the Seven Layer Red Velvet Tower with cream cheese frosting and a light dusting of powdered sugar.

For libations, there’s an extensive wine list and an array of specialty cocktails such as the Watermelon Sting, Cucumber Punch, Lychee Martini and Mediterranean Mirage. There’s an exotic lounge for late-night soirees and a private VIP room offering butler and bottle service. The outside patio features alfresco dining and resident deejays Johnny Ramirez and Dean Michaels keep nightly parties going into the wee hours. O Breathe is located at 401 W. Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach. For more information, call 561-330-4526 or visit breatheindelray.com.

JANUARY 2 0 1 2

109

Salad NEED INSPIRATION FOR EATING HEALTHY? LETTUCE HELP.

Do farm-fresh veggies and homemade vinaigrettes sound enticing? If not—perhaps you should eat them anyway.

Because you’re not going to drop those extra pounds munching on brownies. The following recipes will inspire even the most ardent junk food addict to take a walk on the light side. A plus: They’re simple to make, which is a welcome change after all the holiday hubbub.

Days

directions, stirring occasionally to keep it from sticking together. While pasta is cooking prepare other ingredients. In Recipes and photos courtesy of The Food Channel. For more a large bowl add cooked pasta dishes and ideas, visit foodchannel.com. and all other ingredients, except for Italian dressing, Parmesan cheese and Salad Supreme, mixing well.

Sprinkle with Salad Supreme SICILIAN PASTA SALAD (found at your grocery store in the herb This tasty concoction is loaded with aisle) and Parmesan cheese. Pour bottle flavor and as colorful as the Italian of Italian dressing over salad, toss and add flag. It makes a great meal or more seasoning to taste. tempting side dish to any entree. (serves 6) INGREDIENTS 1 pound rotini or penne pasta 1 (16 oz.) bottle Italian dressing 1 (6 oz.) can black olives, whole 1 (14 oz.) small can artichokes, whole 1 cucumber, sliced 1 (12 oz.) package cherry tomatoes 1 green bell pepper, julienned 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and blanched, cut into 1-inch pieces 3 tbsp. Parmesan cheese Salad Supreme PREPARATION

Cook pasta according to manufacturer’s 110

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

WATERMELON, BERRY & AVOCADO SALAD Here’s a cool and colorful fruit salad that’s good anytime of year. Note: It can be prepared up to six hours ahead and refrigerated, but add the avocado, Feta cheese and vinaigrette right before serving. (serves 6) INGREDIENTS 2.5 oz. arugula (½ a 5-oz. package) 8 strawberries, halved 1 dry pint blueberries 1 6 oz. package raspberries 12 small wedges watermelon (approxi-

mately 1/8 of a large watermelon) 2 avocados, peeled, halved, sliced 2 oz. crumbled Feta cheese Lemon vinaigrette PREPARATION

Arrange arugula on a large platter. Place watermelon wedges around sides of platter. Add strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and avocado slices on top of arugula. Top with Feta and drizzle with lemon vinaigrette. Serve immediately.

HEIRLOOM TOMATOES WITH FETA CHEESE This simple dish is also simply delicious, with homegrown tomatoes making it a true standout. You’re sure to enjoy this guilt-free treat. (serves 12) INGREDIENTS 4 large ripe heirloom tomatoes, thick sliced and cut into wedges 6-7 green tomatoes (green zebra) cut into wedges ¼ cup olive oil ½ tsp. each salt and pepper ½ cup Feta cheese

PREPARATION

Arrange tomatoes on a large platter. Drizzle with olive oil and salt and pepper to taste.

Crumble Feta cheese over the top. Serve immediately.

SPRING CITRUS SALAD This elegant salad of radicchio and butter lettuce in contrasting colors is served topped with paper-thin fresh fennel bulb and plump orange segments. Toss it with homemade raspberry-citrus vinaigrette. (serves 6) INGREDIENTS 3 navel oranges 2 heads butter lettuce 1 fennel bulb, top fringe removed 1 head radicchio 1 shallot, minced 2 tbsp. raspberry white balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp. white wine vinegar

½ cup fresh orange juice ½ tsp. kosher salt ¼ tsp. black pepper ¼ cup olive oil PREPARATION

Cut out orange segments by gently sliding knife between the membrane walls toward center of fruit. Squeeze leftover membranes; reserve juice for vinaigrette. Use a mandolin to slice fennel bulb paper-thin, horizontally. Remove cores from lettuces; tear into large bite-sized pieces. For citrus vinaigrette, combine shallot, vinegars, orange juice, salt and pepper; whisk to combine. Slowly add olive oil while whisking, until well incorporated. In large salad bowl, toss lettuces, fennel, orange segments and vinaigrette. Serve immediately.

CLASSIC CALIFORNIA COBB SALAD A California favorite, this salad

features the original ingredients of chicken, avocado, bacon, eggs and more, with the addition of lemon vinaigrette. Other optional add-ins: crumbled Blue cheese and homemade croutons. (serves 6) INGREDIENTS 4 chicken breasts, cooked and sliced 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped 1 large tomato, seeded and chopped ½ pound bacon, cooked and broken into pieces 2 avocados, chopped 1 bunch green onions, chopped 1 bag mixed greens 1 cup lemon vinaigrette, prepared

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Sicilian Pasta Salad; Watermelon; Berry & Avocado Salad; Heirloom Tomatoes with Feta Cheese; Spring Citrus Salad; Classic California Cobb Salad

PREPARATION

Toss lettuce with green onions and vinaigrette. Arrange on serving platter. Top with chicken breast, egg, tomato, bacon and avocado. Serve immediately. O JANUARY 2012

111

taste

review THE DISH ON FOOD, WINE & RESTAURANTS //

SENSORY FEAST: (Clockwise From Above)

Baby Spinach Salad with Brie cheese, pears, candied walnuts and honey mustard pancetta dressing; the dining room; Seafood Collage with pan-seared Chilean Sea Bass, broccoli rabe, shrimp, scallops and littleneck clams

SAUCY GOODNESS The Italian Cuisine Is Supreme At Josephine’s By Linda Haase

I

f the secret to a stellar Italian restaurant is its marinara sauce, Josephine’s certainly surpasses the test.

It would be nearly impossible to duplicate the Boca Raton restaurant’s signature marinara—a refreshing blend of the freshest tomatoes, white wine, garlic, basil and a few other secret ingredients (for those who prefer more of a kick, the chef will happily oblige).

While it pairs perfectly with many dishes, we loved the way it enhanced the crunchy, slightly sweet Fried Calamari, intensified the Shrimp Oreganata, and melted in our mouths atop crusty Italian bread.

112

Since the marinara was served with our appetizers, we wondered how Chef Franco could match this culinary feast with other dishes. We shouldn’t have worried. He’s a master at flawlessly infusing Old World Tuscan charm, regional specialties

Josephine Tribunella

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

and traditional favorites while creating inventive dishes like Shrimp and Scallop Porcini, an enticing combo of sautéed jumbo shrimp, scallops, asparagus, porcini and portabella mushrooms over papparadelle pasta served in a light pink cream cognac sauce with fresh tarragon topped with shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and white truffle oil.

Although several of the entrees can be found in other restaurants, they’re taken to a new level here, like the Walnut-Encrusted Rack of Lamb, tender lamb covered with walnuts served with a rosemary-infused port wine demi-glaze sauce and Spedini, white bread stuffed with prosciutto and mozzarella cheese dipped in an egg batter, then pan fried and served with a caper and anchovy-garlic sauce.

There are several chicken, veal, eggplant, pasta and steak dishes and an extensive wine list to pair them with.

We can’t wait to return for seconds of Veal San Remo, a generous portion of

veal scaloppini topped with roasted peppers and mozzarella cheese and finished with a white wine-lemon butter sauce.

Authentic Italian food deserves an ambiance to match—and Josephine’s delivers. Sicilian-born owner Josephine Tribunella chose soft lighting, Roman columns, archways, flickering candlelight and rich oil paintings depicting Italian venues to accompany the energizing vibe diners experience. Live music on Thursdays (Italian medleys, Frank Sinatra tunes and other inspiring songs), monthly opera nights and a staff that makes you feel at home make this 150-seat restaurant much more than a just place to eat. O

where Josephine’s is located at 5751 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton. For more information call 561-988-0668 or visit josephinesofboca.com.

The flames are catching on.

LIVE entertainment, Wednesday through Saturday.

Spectacular new seasonal menu.

ENTERTAINMENT FEATURING ORSON WHITFIELD Wed. 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. | Thu. 7:30 – 11:30 p.m. | Fri. & Sat. 8:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

Delray’s Best Brunch | Sat. & Sun. 9:00 a.m.– 2:30 p.m.

Open Daily 11:00 a.m. | Happy Hour 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.

For our new seasonal menu or to make reservations, visit theatlanticgrille.com or call 561-665-4900.

At The Seagate Hotel 1000 E. Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach

taste

listings//

wTHE DISH ON FOOD, WINE & RESTAURANTS AMERICAN/STEAKHOUSES ABE & LOUIE’S4Glades Plaza

x 2200 W. Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.447.0024 x Lunch Monday-Friday,

Dinner nightly, Sunday Brunch.

ABSINTHE4Shops at Boca

Center x 5150 Town Center Circle x Boca Raton x 561.620.3754 x Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

ATLANTIC GRILLE4Seagate Hotel & Spa x 1000 E. Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.665.4900 x Dinner daily, Brunch SaturdaySunday.

The main dining

BOCA BURGER BAR4200 S.

BROOKS RESTAURANT room4 at500 Tea-Licious CHOPS LOBSTER BAR4101

Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.362.6434 x Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday.

South Federal Hwy. x Deerfield Beach x 954.427.9302 x Dinner Wednesday-Sunday in season, off-season Friday-Sunday.

BOGART’S BAR & GRILLE4

Cinemark Palace 20 x 3200 Airport Rd. x 561.544.3044 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

BONEFISH GRILL4Boca Grove

Shopping Center x 21065 Powerline Rd. x 561.483.4949 x Dinner daily.

BREWZZI4Glades Plaza x 2222

Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.392.2739 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

THE CAPITAL GRILLE4

6000 Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.368.1077 x Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

CARMEN’S4Boca Raton

Bridge Resort x 999 Camino Real x Boca Raton x 561.368.9500 x Dinner Thursday-Saturday, Brunch Sunday.

Plaza Real South x Boca Raton x x Dinner nightly.

561.395.2675

TWO GEORGES AT THE COVE MARINA41754 S.E. Third Ct. x

Deerfield Beach x 954.421.9272 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

CUT 4324432 E. Atlantic Ave. x

Delray Beach x 561.272.9898 x Dinner nightly.

DADA452 North Swinton Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.330.3232 x Dinner nightly.

DUFFY'S SPORTS BAR & GRILL4401 N. Federal Hwy. x

BITES/

The shop's Florida Sunshine grinder blend

Deerfield Beach x 954.429.8820 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

THE ENGLISH TAP & BEER GARDEN4The Shops at Boca Center

x 5050 Town Center Circle x Boca Raton x 561.544.8000 x Lunch, Monday-Friday, Dinner Monday-Sunday.

FIFTH AVENUE GRILL4821 S.E.

ON FOODIE DUTY: Taste

of Compassion committee members Kathleen Emmett, Jason Boekholder, Hope Loch, Ken Wade and Kristina Viola

SWEET CHARITY Taste Of Compassion Gourmet Event To Benefit Quantum House

W

ith the holidays over you probably think the evenings of hedonistic indulgence are over…. well, not so fast.

More than 25 chefs from the American Culinary Federation, Palm Beach County Chapter and a variety of local restaurants will unite on January 16th for the 8th Annual Taste of Compassion, an evening of decadent gourmet cuisine and fine wine to benefit Quantum House, a nonprofit hospital facility that provides lodging for more than 500 family members each year while their children receive treatments for serious medical conditions in Palm Beach County. The event, which will take place at Harriet Himmel Theater in West Palm Beach’s CityPlace,

114

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

begins at 6 p.m. with a VIP reception, followed by the official start at 7 p.m.

Guests can expect an evening of diverse epicurean offerings to include four meal courses and a selection of more than 65 wines presented by Southern Wine & Spirits and chosen by The Palm Beach Post’ s Swirl Girls, the event’s honorary chairs. Participating restaurants and clubs include The Breakers Palm Beach, McCormick & Schmick’s, Ruth’s Chris and Paddy Mac’s. The evening also will feature a silent auction with decadent foodie items and live entertainment.

“We thank the chefs from these fine restaurants, clubs and hotels for donating their time and talents to put on an incredible evening of culinary delights,” says Ken Wade, event chairman. “Their generosity shows true compassion for the children and families in residence at Quantum House.”

For more information, call 561-494-0515 or visit quantumhouse.org.

Fifth Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.265.0122 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

GRAND LUX CAFE4Town Center x 6000 Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.392.2141 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

THE GRILLE ON CONGRESS 4

5101 Congress Ave. x Boca Raton x 561.912.9800 x Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner Monday-Saturday.

HENRY’S4The Shoppes at Addison Place x 16850 Jog Rd. x Delray Beach x 561.638.1949 x Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

HOOTERS 4Glades Plaza x 2240 N.W. 19th St. x Boca Raton x 561.391.8903 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

HOUSTON’S41900 N.W. Executive Center Circle x Boca Raton x 561.998.0550 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

J. ALEXANDER’S41400 Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.347.9875 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

KATHY’S GAZEBO CAFE44199 N. Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.395.6033 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner Monday-Saturday.

taste

listings//

wTHE DISH ON FOOD, WINE & RESTAURANTS

MORTON’S, THE STEAKHOUSE4

VINNY’S ALL DAY CAFE4Regen-

The Shops at Boca Center x 5050 Town Center Circle x Boca Raton x 561.392.7724 x Dinner nightly.

cy Court x 3013 Yamato Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.988.9883 x Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.338.6388 x Lunch and Dinner Monday-Friday, Sunday. Closed Saturday.

NEW YORK PRIME42350 N.W.

WATERCOLORS CAFE4Boca

Executive Center Dr. x Boca Raton x 561.998.3881 x Dinner nightly.

MILLER’S EAST BOCA ALE HOUSE4Shoppes at Blue Lake x

OCEANS 2344234 N. Ocean Blvd. x Deerfield Beach x 954.428.2539 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

Raton Bridge Hotel x 999 E. Camino Real x Boca Raton x 561.368.9500 x Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

KEE GRILL417940 N. Military Tr. x Boca Raton x 561.995.5044 x Dinner nightly.

MAX’S HARVEST4Delray Beach x 169 N.E. Second Ave. x 561.381.9970 x Dinner nightly.

LUCILLE’S BAD TO THE BONE BBQ4Regency Court x 3011 Yamato

MIA'S GRILLE42399 N. Federal

Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.997.9557 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

MARIPOSA4Neiman Marcus at

Town Center x 5860 Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.544.2320 x Lunch daily.

MAX’S GRILLE4Mizner Park x

404 Plaza Real x Boca Raton x 561.368.0080 x Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

1200 Yamato Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.988.9142 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

MILLER’S WEST BOCA ALE HOUSE4Boca Lyons Plaza x 9244

W. Glades Road x Boca Raton x 561.487.2989 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

BITES /

Pasta Linguine with Clams

THE OFFICE4201 E. Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.276.3600 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

THE PAVILION GRILLE4301 Yamato Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.912.0000 x Lunch TuesdayFriday, Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

RACKS DOWNTOWN EATERY & TAVERN 4Mizner Park x 402 Plaza

Real x Boca Raton x 561.395.1662 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

RARE LAS OLAS4401 E. Las Olas Blvd x Fort Lauderdale x 954.527.3365 x Dinner nightly.

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE

4225 N.E. Mizner Blvd. x Boca Raton x 561.392.6746 x Dinner nightly.

KEEPING WITH TRADITION Cafe Med by BICE Opens In Deerfield Beach

W

hat began in 1926 in Milan, Italy as a neighborhood trattoria today is BICE Ristorante Group, an international restaurant dynasty with dozens of spaces across the globe including its most recent, Cafe Med by BICE, located in the oceanfront Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort.

Here, guests are treated to the same culinary traditions all BICE restaurants offer, including fresh pasta daily (try the Pappardelle with Bolognese), seafood (it’s delicious served in their fresh paella), a rotating tapas menu (with items such as fish tacos, tuna tempura rolls and more), pizzas (Neapolitan thin-crusted with gourmet toppings), homemade breads and a Sunday brunch. There’s also an extensive wine list with drinks available by the glass, and offerings that include 40 wines for less than $40 per bottle. The restaurant offers a lively and casual setting, whether dining indoors or outdoors by the ocean and fire pit.

Cafe Med by BICE is located at 2096 N.E. Second St., Deerfield Beach. For more information, call 954-596-5840.

116

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

SEASONS 5242300 N.W. Executive

Center Dr. x Boca Raton x 561.998.9952 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

SIX TABLES4112 N.E. Second St. x Boca Raton x 561.347.6260 x Dinner Tuesday-Saturday by reservation.

SMOKEHOUSE GRILLE & WINGERY42257 N. Federal Hwy. x

Boca Raton x 561.391.9110 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

TEMPLE ORANGE4The Ritz-

Carlton, Palm Beach x 100 S. Ocean Blvd. x Manalapan x 561.533.6000 x Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

THE SUNDY HOUSE4106 S. Swinton

Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.272.5678 x Lunch Tuesday-Saturday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday, Brunch Sunday.

TRIPLE EIGHT LOUNGE AT THE FALCON HOUSE4116 N.E. Sixth

Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.243.9499 x Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

ASIAN/SUSHI 5 SPICE ASIAN STREET MARKET4

Shoppes of Blue Lake x 1200 Yamato Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.989.1688 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

ASIA SUSHI/WOK/GRILL4

7600 Camino Real x Boca Raton x x Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly except Friday and Saturday.

561.544.8100

BLUEFIN SUSHI THAI GRILL4

861 Yamato Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.981.8986 x Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

CAY DA VIETNAMESE47400 N. Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.998.0278 x Lunch TuesdayFriday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

EDO SUSHI-UPSCALE JAPANESE SUSHI & PAN-ASIAN BUFFET4

Waterway Shoppes of Parkland x 7609 N. State Road 7 x Parkland x 954.755.3191 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

EURO FUSION RESTAURANT AND BAR46877 S.W. 18th St. x

Boca Raton x 561.395.1109 x Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner daily. Closed Friday night.

FAH ASIAN BISTRO4Boca Valley Shopping Plaza x 7461 N. Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.241.0400 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

FUSIONARIE JAPANESE SIGNATURE4Royal Palm Place x

500 Via de Palmas, #79 x Boca Raton x x Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner Monday-Saturday.

561.367.3283

GARY WOO ASIAN BISTRO43400 N. Federal Hwy. x

Boca Raton x 561.368.8803 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

Closed Tuesdays.

taste

listings//

wTHE DISH ON FOOD, WINE & RESTAURANTS HOUSE OF SIAM425 N.E.

Second Ave., #116 x Delray Beach x 561.330.9191 x Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

JAPANGO4Riverstone Shoppes

of Parkland x 7367 N. State Road 7 x Parkland x 954.345.4268 x Regency Court x 3011 Yamato Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.999.1263 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

RISE MODERN ASIAN CUISINE AND SUSHI46060 S.W. 18th St.,

#108 x Boca Raton x 561.392.8808 x Lunch Monday- Friday, Dinner daily.

Boca Raton x 561.394.6779 x Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday, Dinner Sunday.

Raton x 561.218.8788 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

CONTINENTAL ANDREW'S499 S.E. Mizner Blvd.,

Boca Raton x 561.395.8862 x Dinner nightly.

Plaza Real x Boca Raton x 561.347.7322 x Dinner nightly.

KYOJIN BUFFET4Shops at Boca

Grove x 21073 Powerline Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.218.1708 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

LA TRE4249 E. Palmetto Park

Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.392.4568 x Dinner nightly.

LEMONGRASS ASIAN BISTRO4

420 E. Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.278.5050 x Lunch and Dinner daily. 4101 Plaza Real South x Boca Raton x 561.544.8181 x Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner daily.

MAI HIBACHI44801 Linton Blvd. x Delray Beach x 561.499.2766 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

PEI WEI41914 N.E. Fifth Ave. x Boca Raton x 561. 226.0290 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

P.F. CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO4

1400 Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.393.3722 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

PHILIPPE BOCA RATON4Boca Raton x 200 East Palmetto Park Rd. x 561.393.4666 x Dinner nightly.

PHUKET THAI4Palms Plaza x

22191 Powerline Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.447.8863 x Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

PINE GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT41668 N. Federal

Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.395.7534 x Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday.

118

MISSISSIPPI SWEETS BBQ CO.42399 N. Federal Hwy. x

SAITO’S JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE48841 Glades Rd. x Boca

KANSAI47140 Beracasa Way x

KAPOW! NOODLE BAR4431

BARBECUE

Sushi at Saito's Japanese Steakhouse

SHINJU BUFFET47875 Glades

Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.488.4040 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

SPICY GINGER46020 N. Federal

Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.998.3388 x Lunch and Dinner Monday-Friday, Dinner Saturday-Sunday.

STIR CRAZY FRESH ASIAN GRILL4Town Center x 6000 Glades

Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.338.7500 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

SUSHI RAY4Shops at Boca

Center x 5250 Town Center Circle x Boca Raton x 561.394.9506 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

SUSHI THAI4100 N.E. Second

St. x Boca Raton 561.750.4448 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

TEMPURA HOUSE4The Reserve x

9858 Clint Moore Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.883.6088 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

UNCLE TAI’S4The Shops at Boca

TIN MUFFIN CAFE4364 E. Palmetto Park Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.392.9446 x Breakfast and Lunch Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday.

FONDUE THE MELTING POT45455 N.

Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x x Dinner nightly.

561.997.7472

#1 x Boca Raton x 561.391.7939 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly, Brunch Sunday.

FRENCH

BOHEME BISTRO41118 E.

561.368.2340 x Dinner Tuesday-

Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach x x Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

561.278.4899

CIELO4The Boca Raton Resort

& Club x 501 E. Camino Real x 561.447.3222 x Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

FLEMING’S BISTRO46060 S.W.

18th St., #103 x Boca Raton x 561.347.1117 x Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

LA CIGALE4253 S.E. Fifth Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.265.0600 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner Monday-Saturday.

LE PAVILLON414812 S.E. Military Tr. x Delray Beach x 561.499.9882 x Dinner nightly.

Closed Mondays.

LE RIVAGE4450 N.E. 20th St. x

Boca Raton x 561.620.0033 x Lunch Tuesday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

4170 W. Camino Real x Boca Raton x 561.368.7910 x Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

TIRAMISU

OLIO BISTRO442 S.E. Second Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.278.6633 x Dinner Thursday-Saturday.

BISTRO PROVENCE42399 N.

Federal Hwy., #4 x Boca Raton x Sunday. Closed Monday.

CAFE DE FRANCE4110 E.

Atlantic Ave., #120 x Delray Beach x 561.455.2140 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

CASIMIR BISTRO4Royal Palm

Place x 416 Via De Palmas, #81 x Boca Raton x 561.955.6001 x Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday.

Closed Sunday.

COTE FRANCE CAFE4Royal Palm

Place x 101 Plaza Real S., Ste. K & L x Boca Raton x 561.955.6021 x Breakfast and Lunch MondaySaturday, Brunch Sunday.

GERMAN BIERGARTEN4Royal Palm Place x 309 Via De Palmas #90 x 561.395.7462 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

GREEK MILOS TAVERNA41600 N. Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.750.6720 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

INDIAN CURRIES & MORE4217 E.

Center x 5250 Town Center Circle x Boca Raton x 561.368.8806 x Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

ST. TROPEZ47860 Glades Rd. 561.368.8580

YAKITORI SAKE HOUSE4271 S.E. Mizner Blvd., #41 x Boca Raton x 561.544.0087 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

Dinner Tuesday-Saturday. Closed Sunday.

TEA-LICIOUS TEAROOM & GIFTS4 4997-B W. Atlantic Ave. x

ITALIAN

YOKOHAMA49168 Glades Rd. x

Boca Raton x 561.451.1707 x Lunch daily, Dinner nightly.460 N. Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.392.9328 x Lunch daily, Dinner nightly.

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Suite 130 x Boca Raton x x Dinner nightly.

Delray Beach x 561.638.5155 x Breakfast and Lunch, Monday-Saturday.

THE BOCA BEACH HOUSE4887 E. Palmetto Park Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.826.8850 x Breakfast and Lunch Tuesday-Sunday. Closed Monday.

Palmetto Park Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.392.2999 x Lunch Tuesday-Friday,

ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA4Shops at Boca Grove x 21065

Powerline Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.218.66004115 N.E. Sixth Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.278.7911 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

TM

RO AL PALM PLACE TM

Your Style For Life

TM

Royal Palm Place IS ȱ ¢ ȱ ȱ !

TM

ǰȱ ǰȱ ȱǭȱ ǰȱ ¢ȱ ǰȱ ǰȱ ǰȱ ȱ ǰȱ ȱ ȱ Ĝ ȱ ȱ ȱ ¡ ¢ȱ ȱ ȱ ¢ǰȱ ȱ ȱ Ĵ ȱ ȱ ǰȱ ȱ ȱ ȱ ȱ ǰȱ ȱ ȱ ǯ ¢ ǯ Ĝ ȱ ȱ ȱ ȱ ȱśŜŗǯřşŘǯŞşŘŖ

The Talk of the Town

taste

listings

ARTURO’S RISTORANTE46750 N.

Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.997.7373 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE4The Shops at Boca Center x 5050 Town Center Circle x Boca Raton x 561.392.3777 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

CAFFE LUNA ROSA434 S. Ocean Blvd. x

Delray Beach x 561.274.9404 x Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

CAFE MED BY BICE42096 N.E. Second

Ave. x Deerfield Beach x 954.596.5840 x Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Sunday.

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN4Town Center x 6000 Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.268.2805 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

Boca Raton

233 S. Federal Highway | 561.392.0773 www.matteosrestaurants.com

CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL4Wharfside Plaza x 6909 S.W. 18th St. x Boca Raton x 561.544.8838 x Lunch Sunday, Dinner daily 4335 E. Linton Blvd. x Delray Beach x 561.266.9393 x Lunch Sunday, Dinner nightly.

CARUSO RISTORANTE4Royal Palm

Place x 187 S.E. Mizner Blvd. x Boca Raton x 561.367.7488 x Lunch and Dinner, Monday-

Saturday.

CASA D’ANGELO4171 E. Palmetto Park Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.338.1703 x Dinner nightly.

DAVITO’S419635 State Road 7 x Boca Raton

x 561.482.2323 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

DOMINICS I48177 W. Glades Rd. x Boca

Raton x 561.487.3186 x Lunch and dinner daily.

DOMINICS II4Westwinds of Boca x 9834

W. Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.487.6325 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

FERRARO’S48208 Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.477.2750 x Dinner Wednesday-Sunday.

GIOVANNI’S COAL FIRE PIZZA4

Waterway Shoppes at Parkland x 7625 N. State Road 7 x Parkland x 954.345.9282 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

IL BACIO429 S.E. Second Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.865.7783 x Dinner ThursdaySaturday.

IL GIRASOLE4Tropic Square x 1911 S.

Federal Hwy. x Delray Beach x 561.272.3566 x Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

JONATHAN'S CORNER4134 N.E. Second St. x Boca Raton x 561.826.7123 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

120

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

taste

G H IN 9T N Y PE AR O U N JA

listings

, tyle r i la n S cent F a n ac n e a li an ith a a It err od w it rve fo d e se

M

JOSEPHINE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT4

5751 N. Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.988.0668 x Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

LA STELLA'S RESTAURANT AND CATERING4159 E. Palmetto Park

Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.544.2081 x Dinner Monday-Saturday.

e W

LA LUNA BISTRO4The Polo Shoppes x 5030 Champion Blvd. x Boca Raton x 561.997.1165 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

Fresh Pasta, Seafood, Tapas And Pizza 40 wines under $40 Serving Lunch And Dinner

Cafemeddeerfield.com 2096 N.E. 2nd Street, Deerfield Beach | 954-596-5840

Located Right At The Beach With Valet Parking

LA VILLETTA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE4

4351 N. Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.362.8403 x Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

LILLY’S4451 East Palmetto Park Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.362.0208 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner daily.

MAGGIANO’S421090 St. Andrews Blvd. x Boca Raton x 561.361.8244 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

MARIO’S OSTERIA41400 Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.672.1522 x Dinner daily.

MATTEO’S RESTAURANT4233 S. Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.392.0773 x Dinner nightly.

NICK’S NEW HAVEN-STYLE PIZZERIA & BAR42240 N.W. 19th St., Suite 904 x Boca

Come Sip With Us

Raton x 561.368.2900 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

For High Tea At Maryann’s Bouti�ue In Delray Beach

Little Princess Parties

Bridal Showers

Birthday Parties

Ladies Luncheons

Business Luncheons

Catering

Fundraising Luncheons

Baby Showers

10% OFF HIGH TEA

Call For Catering Details And Menu Selections MondaySaturday 10-4. Open On Sundays For Private Parties.

4997-B W. Atlantic Avenue Delray Beach, FL 33445 Northeast Corner Of Atlantic & Military 561-638-5155 www.TeaLiciousTearoom.com

122

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

NINO'S OF BOCA41930 N.E. Fifth Ave.

x Boca Raton x 561.362.8990 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

OVENELLA4499 S. Federal Hwy. x Boca

Raton x 561.395.1455 x Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

PICCOLINO RESTAURANT478 S.

Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.395.8858 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

POSITANO44400 N. Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.544.2920 x Dinner nightly.

RAFFAELE RISTORANTE4Royal Palm

Place x 508 Via De Palmas x Boca Raton x x Lunch and Dinner daily.

561.392.1110

RENZO’S OF BOCA45999 N. Federal

Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.994.3495 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

RISTORANTE SAPORI4Royal Palm Place

x 99 Royal Palm Place x Boca Raton x x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

561.367.9779

As the largest kitchen and bath manufacturer and distributor in Palm Beach County, we know how to make your kitchen a showpiece that will become a natural gathering place, yet still function the way you need it to.

Plus, we can make your bathroom look pretty impressive too.

• • • •

Traditional to Contemporary Designs Large Selection of Marble and Granite Exceptional Quality and Service Guaranteed On-time and On-budget

BOCA RATON DESIGN CENTER Mon-Fri 10-5 and Saturday By Appointment 1217 Clint Moore Road | Boca Raton, FL

561.997.9400

www.distinctiveknb.com

Kitchen and Bathroom Cabinetry • Closet Solutions • Custom Wall-units and Built-ins

taste

Family Owned And Operated Since 1990 ZAGAT® Rated

listings

Check our our Video Review by Check Please!

South Florida

ROSARIO’S RISTORANTE4Royal Palm Place x 145 S.E. Mizner Blvd. x Boca Raton x 561.393.0758 x Dinner nightly.

SAPORISSIMO4366 E. Palmetto Park Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.750.2333 x Dinner nightly.

PELLEGRINO'S RISTORANTE43360 N.

Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.368.5520 x Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

TABLE 42 KITCHEN & WINE BAR4Royal

Palm Place x 399 S.E. Mizner Blvd. x Boca Raton x 561.826.2625 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

TRAMONTI4119 E. Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.272.1944 x Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

TRATTORIA DA MARCELLO439 S.E. First Ave. x Boca Raton x 561.391.8044 x Dinner nightly.

TRATTORIA ROMANA4499 E. Palmetto

Park Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.393.6715 x Dinner nightly.

5751 Federal Highway | Boca Raton | 561.988.0668 | JosephinesofBoca.com

TUCCI'S FIRE N COAL PIZZA450 N.E.

First Ave. x Boca Raton x 561.620.2930 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

VIC AND ANGELO’S 4290 E. Atlantic

Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.278.9570 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

VILLAGIO ITALIAN EATERY 4Mizner Park x 344 Plaza Real x Boca Raton x 561.447.2257 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

VILLA ROSANO4The Reserve x 9858 Clint Moore Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.470.0112 x Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

VINO WINE BAR AND ITALIAN TAPAS4

114 N.E. Second St. x Boca Raton x Monday-Saturday.

561.869.0030 x Dinner

VIVO PARTENZA41450 N. Federal Hwy.

x Boca Raton x 561.750.2120 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

LATIN/CARIBBEAN CARIBBEAN GRILL41332 N.W. Second

Ave. x Boca Raton x 561.362.0161 x Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

CUBAN CAFE RESTAURANT43350 N.W.

Boca Raton Blvd. x Boca Raton x 561.750.8860 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

Closed Sunday.

CABANA EL REY4105 E. Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.274.9090 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

124

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Boca’s Premier Estate Jeweler

BUY • sell • trade • GOLD AND DIAMONDS Not an authorized agent, representative or affiliate of all watches appearing in this ad.

Regency CourtAll at Woodfi eld 3011appearing Yamato A-18 trademarks • 561.997.2033 watch names, dials and designs in thisRoad, ad are registered in the USA.

Fine Jewelry Unique Gifts& Judaica

Not an authorized agent, representative or affiliate of all watches appearing in this ad. All watch names, dials and designs appearing in this ad are registered trademarks in the USA.

taste

listings

GOL, TASTE OF BRAZIL4411 E. Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.272.6565 x Dinner nightly.

44631 N. State Road 7 x Ste. 26 x Coral Springs x 954.755.0941 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

MEDELLIN RESTAURANT

OLD CALYPSO4900 E. Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.279.2300 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly, Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

PADRINO’S4Mission Bay Plaza x 20455 State Road 7 x Boca Raton x 561.451.1070 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

ROCKSTEADY JAMAICAN JERK CAFE41179 S. Federal Hwy. x Boca

Raton x 561.910.1562 x Lunch MondaySaturday, Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

Closed Sunday.

MEXICAN BAJA CAFE UNO4201 N.W. First Ave. x Boca Raton x 561.394.5449 x41310 S. Federal Hwy. x Deerfield Beach x 954.596.1305 x Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR4The Shops at Boca Center x

5250 Town Center Circle x Boca Raton x 561.416.2131 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

DAVITO’S I T A L I A N RESTAURANT

Nominated Best Italian Restaurant In Boca 2011 —Sun Sentinel

SEÑOR BURRITO4513 N.E. 20th St. x Boca Raton x 561.347.6600 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

THE SPANIARD TAPAS BAR & CAFE499 S.E. Mizner Blvd. x Boca Raton x

Vito Raneri Executive Chef/ Owner

David Acker Owner

561.347.7000 x Lunch Tuesday-Friday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday. x Closed Monday.

UNCLE JULIO’S4Mizner Park x 449 Plaza Real x Boca Raton x 561.300.3530 x Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

ORGANIC 4TH GENERATION ORGANIC MARKET4

75 S.E. Third St. x Boca Raton x 561.338.9920 x Lunch Monday-Sunday, Dinner Monday-Saturday.

BOCA GREENS PLAZA (left of OUTBACK) 19635 State Rd. 7 Boca Raton

561-482-2323

CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS Open 7 days a week

www.davitosrestaurant.com 126

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

APROPO KAFE4147 S.E. First Ave. x Boca Raton x 561.393.1223 x Breakfast and Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner Wednesday-Saturday. Closed Sunday.

DIG45199 W. Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach

x 561.638.0500 x Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

THE GREEN GOURMET4The Shoppes at Addison Place x 16950 Jog Rd. x Delray Beach x 561.455.2466 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

Oshogatsu

A NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION Sunday, Jan 8, 2012 10am – 5pm $10 adults, $5 children (ages 4 - 17)

FREE for museum members and children 3 and under!

Celebrating the Year of the Dragon!

Oshogatsu, the Morikami’s traditional New Year’s festival, features games and entertainment throughout the museum and gardens.

Socialize With Us!

Purchase tickets online at www.morikami.org/newyear and SAVE! $8 for adults & $4 for kids.

Online ticket sales end Friday, January 6.

Check us out on Facebook (www.facebook.com/morikami) and Twitter (twitter.com/#morikamimuseum) to get the inside scoop on Oshogatsu and a chance to win free admission!

JANUARY 2012

127

Villa Rosano Revised.qxp

8/16/11

10:34 AM

Page 1

CHEF FRANK ROSANO & WIFE ANTONELLA Exclusively at Villa Rosano

taste

listings

SOPHIE N ME44251 N. Federal Hwy. x

Boca Raton x 561.961.4899 x Lunch and Dinner Tuesday-Saturday. Closed Monday.

PUB

Genuine Cuisine From The Homeland The Boca Raton Observer

Best Of Boca And Beyond 2009 Boca Raton Magazine

One Of Those Fabulous Finds

Palm Beach Post-2010

���1/2 Sun Sentinel-2010

THE ENGLISH TAP & BEER GARDEN45050 Town Center Circle x Boca

Raton x 561.544.8000 x Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

HOLLOWAY'S PUB4Royal Palm Place x

504 Via De Palmas x Boca Raton x 561.3618445 x Lunch Saturday, Dinner MondaySunday.

THE WISHING WELL IRISH PUB4Royal

Palm Place x 175 S.E. Mizner Blvd., #9 x Boca Raton x 561.750.5208 x Dinner nightly.

SANDWICHES/DELI BEN’S NY KOSHER DELI4The Reserve x 9942

CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS

Monday-Saturday Lunch 11:30-2:30

Dinner Every Evening 5-10

V I S I T U S O N T H E W E B AT W W W. V I L L A R O S A N O. C O M

Clint Moore Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.470.9963 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

CORNER BAKERY CAFE4Boca Commons

x 2240 N.W. 19th St. x Boca Raton x 561.417.6060 x Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

DELI ON RYE44311 N. Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.347.1400 x Breakfast Monday-Friday, Lunch Monday-Saturday.

Closed Sunday.

GRILL TIME (KOSHER)48177 Glades

Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.482.3699 x Lunch Sunday-Friday, Dinner Sunday-Thursday.

Closed Saturday.

KOSHER MARKETPLACE422191 Powerline Rd., #5A x Boca Raton x 561.391.3318 x Sunday-Friday, Closed Saturday.

OLD SCHOOL BAKERY & CAFE4

814 E. Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.276.0013 x Breakfast and Lunch daily.

4Polo Shops x 5030 Champion Blvd. x Boca Raton x 561.241.59034Glades Plaza x 2240 N.W. 19th St., #700 x Boca Raton x 561.392.4181 4Regency Court x 3013 Yamato Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.997.9911 x Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

TOOJAY’S GOURMET DELI

SEAFOOD BOSTON’S ON THE BEACH440 S.

Ocean Blvd. x Delray Beach x 561.278.3364 x Breakfast Saturday-Sunday, Lunch and Dinner daily.

128

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

taste

listings

CITY FISH MARKET47940 Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x 561.487.1600 x Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner daily.

CITY OYSTER4213 E. Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.272.0220 x Lunch daily, Dinner nightly.

DECK 844840 E. Atlantic Ave. x Delray

Beach x 561.665.8484 x Lunch and Dinner daily; Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

JB'S ON THE BEACH4300 N. Ocean

Blvd. x Deerfield Beach x 954.571.5220 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

J & J SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL4

634 E. Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.272.3390 x Lunch Tuesday-Saturday, Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

JAKE’S STONE CRAB4Royal Palm

Plaza x 514 Via de Palmas x Boca Raton x 561.347.1055 x Lunch Friday-Sunday, Dinner nightly.

LEGAL SEA FOODS4Town Center x

6000 W. Glades Rd. x Boca Raton x x Lunch and Dinner daily.

561.447.2112

Ring In The New Year Refreshed

Complimentary glass of champagne and berries on Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 with any service.

Champagne & Strawberries Mani/Pedi – 80 min | $100 An exfoliating strawberry and sugar scrub is combined with a mineral clay, vitamin-infused mask to reveal smoother, younger-looking skin.

A revitalizing leg and foot massage complete the treatment, along with a complimentary glass of champagne.* For spa specials and information on services, call 561.665.4950 or visit theseagatespa.com Open daily 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Gift cards are available.

1000 E. Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach State of Florida, Department of Health, Massage Establishment. License # MM 23691 *Must be 21 years or older to consume alcohol. Champagne & Strawberries offer valid through 1/31/12. While supplies last.

SHG 32927 BRO_Spa_4c_MECH.indd 1

LINDA BEAN'S4 200 East Atlantic Ave. x Delray Beach x 561.276.2502 x Lunch and Dinner daily.

OVER

100

32 EAST432 E. Atlantic Ave. x Delray

Beach x 561.276.7868 x Dinner nightly.

TRULUCK’S4Mizner Park x 351

Plaza Real x Boca Raton x 561.391.0755 x Dinner nightly.

THE WHALE RAW BAR & FISH HOUSE47619 State Road 7 x Parkland x 954.345.9190

x Lunch and Dinner daily.

TURKISH/MEDITERRANEAN ANATOLIA MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE4212 S. Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.361.4000

x Lunch and Dinner daily.

BOCA SKEWERS4Mizner Park x130 N.E.

Second St. x Boca Raton x 561.347.9961 x Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday.

EURO FUSION RESTAURANT AND BAR46877 S.W. 18th St. x Boca Raton x 561.395.1109 x Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

daily. Closed Friday night.

SINE4212 S. Federal Hwy. x Boca Raton x 561.361.4000

x Lunch and Dinner daily. O

12/12/11 5:13 PM

M O R N I N G TO NIGHT AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN

MENU ITEMS FROM

$6.99

TO

$8.99

Boca Raton 0OLO 3HOPS s 2EGENCY #OURT 'LADES 0LAZA www.toojays.com

JANUARY 2 0 1 2

129

HSBC Plaza

LOCATED ON THE CORNER OF 441 & YAMATO ROAD, BOCA RATON

WEST BOCA’S FINEST SHOPPING AND DINING EXPERIENCE

…For an Experience you can smile about.

Call now and take advantage of our

NEW PATIENT SPECIAL! Comprehensive Exam (D0150) & Treatment Plan Full Series 18 X-Rays (Adults) (D0210) or Bitewing 4 X-Rays (Children) (D0274) First Teeth Cleaning (Basic or Deep) (D1110/D1120/D4355)

Oral Cancer Screening (VELscope® Technology)

Only $69* for Adults &

49* for Children (14 and under)

$

With 19 Locations including 2 in Boca Raton, we are always nearby.

888-383-7436 ALL DENTISTRY...ONE PLACE! *New Patients only. Must mention special prior to service. Discounts are not combinable with VIP Discount Program, insurance or other offers or programs. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has a right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for any other service, examination or treatment which is performed as a result of and within 72 hours responding to the advertisement for this free, discounted fee or reduced fee service, examination or treatment. Minimum fees only. Dr. Neal Ziegler DN 6483

LOCATED ON THE CORNER OF 441 & YAMATO ROAD, BOCA RATON

LOCATED ON THE CORNER OF 441 & YAMATO ROAD, BOCA RATON

HSBC Plaza

WEST BOCA’S FINEST SHOPPING AND DINING EXPERIENCE

OFFERING THE BEST IN BOY’S AND YOUNG MEN’S CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES

Preventative Healthcare | Surgery Internal Medicine | Dentistry | Grooming

561-451-8838 westbocavet.com Monday-Friday 8am-6pm Saturday 8am-4pm

FREE

10

$

IM U N O M IN

ard Gift EC ED R E Q U IR

H M PURC

AS

Open 7 Days A Week 561.883.8952 | NeilsCornerSpot.com N.Y. Locations: Albertson, Scarsdale, Mount Kisco

7 DAY REFUND POLICY | FREE GIFT WRAPPING Limit one offer per family and/or household. Offer has no cash value. Expires 01/31/2012

Experience The

Difference…

We Are Not All Alike All Work Done On Premises Expert Alterations | Couture & Cocktail Leather & Suede | Oriental Rugs

Yamato Drive-Thru Cleaners

Mon.-Fri. 7am-7pm | Saturday 8am-3pm

561-852-5547 LOCATED ON THE CORNER OF 441 & YAMATO ROAD, BOCA RATON

ROLEX SERVICE 159

$

DONE ON PREMISES Internal cleaning, adjust, water test and new gaskets done by a certified Swiss technician with a one year warranty.

One of the largest inventories of pre-owned Rolex watches in South Florida

Buy • Sell • Trade We Buy Gold & Diamonds SERVICES AVAILABLE FOR MANY OTHER BRANDS INCLUDING: Patek Philippe ❙ Cartier ❙ Audemars Piguet ❙ Breguet ❙ Blancpain ❙ Franck Muller ❙ Bvlgari Girard Perregaux ❙ IWC ❙ Jaeger Le Coultre ❙ Panerai ❙ Vacheron Constantin ❙ and many others...

GIA Certified large diamond and colored stones

JEWELS IN TIME SHOPPES AT THE SANCTUARY 4400 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton, Florida 33431 (1/4 mile south of Yamato Road on the east side) (561) 368-1454 ❙ (888) 755-TIME ❙ www.jewelsintime.com Not an authorized agent, representative or affiliate of any watch appearing in this advertisement. All watch names, dials & designs appearing in this advertisement are registered trademarks in the U.S.A.

HAPPENINGS THE ESSENTIAL SOCIAL DIGEST ; AROUND TOWN ; FLASH ; CALENDAR

Marleen Forkas, Eydie Holz, Barbara Feingold and Carol Rifkin

HEAR THEM Campbell Brown To Be Keynote Speaker At JFS ROAR South Palm Beach County Lion Of Judah Luncheon W

omen of The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County say they’re about to recommit to their purpose and fuel their passion for giving at the annual Lion of Judah Luncheon, which is scheduled to take place February 16th at Boca West Country Club.

The event, which will begin at 10:30 a.m., will commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Lion of Judah program and feature keynote speaker journalist Campbell Brown.

“We’re thrilled to be featuring Campbell Brown, a speaker of great substance and renown,” said Eydie Holz,

who is co-chairing the event with Carol Rifkin. “We know we’ll leave inspired and energized to meet the challenge of raising funds that make such a difference in our local Jewish community as well as around the world.”

The Lion of Judah Luncheon speaker has been underwritten by the Marleen Forkas Chair of Contemporary Jewish Issues. Forkas’ generosity has ensured that the Federation always provides its loyal and committed women donors with the highest caliber keynote presenters.

The entire event will celebrate the Diana Krall

spirit of giving, something in which the organization and its members are very familiar.

“It’s always remarkably powerful when hundreds of women who care and do so much come together each year,” said Rifkin. “Our 800 Lions stand strong among 17,000 worldwide.”

“Committed to Tikkun Olam (repairing the world), our Lions make a connection to care for those in need, build Jewish community and develop continuity for the next generation,” added Barbara Fein-

gold, Lion of Judah vice chair. “Join us for this season’s new programs to recognize the Lions’ 40th anniversary and bring women together. Be part of the Lion’s den.”

The Dorothy Seaman Department of Women’s Philanthropy 2012 campaign is sponsored by Wells Fargo.

Boca Raton Regional Hospital and Ivan & Co. are the event’s sponsors and The Boca Raton Observer is the exclusive media sponsor. O

i For more information, call Dina Burg at 561-852-5015, e-mail dinab@bocafed.org or visit jewishboca.org.

8 Around Town includes news about community and social events, parties, charities, fundraisers, special recognitions and more. Have something

Alonzothe Mourning you’d like us to include? For consideration, please e-mail no less than 500 words about event, along with photos that include caption information, a phone number and a Web site address to editor@bocaratonobserver.com. Please write “Around Town” in the subject line, and note that submissions will be edited for clarity and length. Photos become the property of The Boca Raton Observer.

JANUARY 2012

133

Photo by Lucien Capehart Photography

around town ;HAPPENINGS

ONE HOT NIGHT Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Gala To Take Place At Four Seasons Palm Beach

T

he Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) will host its 27th annual Gem of an Evening Gala on February 5th at the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach. This year’s theme: “One Hot Night on Palm Beach.”

The festive evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a cocktail reception featuring live entertainment, a silent auction and an exclusive raffle by Tiffany & Co. Dinner and dancing will follow in the Royal Poinciana ballroom and include a live auction and JDRF’s Signature “Fund A Cure.”

Chairing the evening are Delray Beach residents Renee Kay and Lisa Kimmelman, moms who each have a

134

son with type 1 diabetes. Type 1 or juvenile diabetes is an autoimmune disease with no known cause that requires daily insulin injections and constant blood sugar monitoring.

While life sustaining, insulin is not a cure. JDRF’s mission is to fund research to identify new technologies and treatments until a cure is found.

“I am extremely passionate about raising awareness about diabetes and JDRF because what I do to help find a cure is nothing compared to what my son, and others like him, do on a daily basis just to stay healthy and alive,” said Kimmelman.

“My dedication to raising awareness

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Lisa Kimmelman and Renee Kay

“I am extremely passionate about raising awareness about diabetes and JDRF because what I do to help find a cure is nothing compared to what my son, and others like him, do on a daily basis just to stay healthy and alive.”

– Lisa Kimmelman, co-chair

and funds through the gala and Walk to Cure Diabetes has been an incredibly rewarding experience and I am honored to be involved with JDRF’s local chapter,” said Kay.

Cayne and Virginia Slate-Tracy.

Media partners are The Boca Raton Observer, ESPN 760 AM and WPTV NewsChannel 5’s Jay Cashmere, the evening’s emcee. O

Amy Lubetkin and Cindy Watts are the gala’s honorary chairs and John M. Maloney, Jr. is executive committee chair. Auction chairs are Gina

i For more information, call 561-686-7701, e-mail greaterpalmbeach@jdrf.org or visit jdrf.org/greaterpalmbeach.

Gorgeous Kitchens Starting From $18,995* FLORIDA’S LARGEST AND BEST SELECTION SINCE 1983

KITCHENS ❙ BATHROOMS ❙ CUSTOM CABINETS ❙ CABINET REFACING CARPET ❙ TILE ❙ MARBLE ❙ GRANITE ❙ WOOD *See store for details

561.393.0021 ❙ 5TH AVENUE SHOPS ❙ BOCA RATON

BETTER BUSINESS RATED A+

Millers Elegant Hardware 6600 West Rogers Circle • Boca Raton 561.994.4393 • www.eleganthardware.com Kitchen & Bath Faucetry • Bath Accessories • Bathtubs Floor & Wall Mounted Toilets • Lighting • Vanities Shower Systems • Kitchen & Bath Sinks Unique Wallcoverings • Fanimation Fans LARGEST SELECTION OF CABINET AND DOOR HARDWARE Millers Elegant Hardware caters to an ever-increasing customer base of Interior Designers, Builders, Architects, Developers, Plumbers and the ever discriminating homeowner. Providing exceptional customer service is our #1 priority! Our experienced staff understands the needs of our customers and strives to provide state-of-the-art quality products from hundreds of manufacturers at competitive prices and delivered in a timely fashion.

Visit our amazing new 6,000 sq. ft. showroom and see what the “Miller Experience is all about!

“Come get hooked on us!” Mention this code for a Free gift.

BOCA-1

JANUARY 2012

135

around town ;HAPPENINGS

LUCKY STARS South Florida Science Museum Planetarium Receives $25,000 From Wells Fargo Bank

P

alm Beach County elementary school students are starry-eyed thanks to a $25,000 donation by Wells Fargo Bank to the South Florida Science Museum’s STARLAB mobile planetarium outreach program. The educational initiative for grades K-5 introduces students in Title I schools to the wonders of the universe.

Wells Fargo employee and museum board member Heath Randolph is credited with initiating the grant.

Randolph has followed in his mother Leslie’s philanthropic footsteps: Fifty years ago she was active in Junior League of West Palm Beach and instrumental in their role in getting the museum off the ground.

“The STARLAB Planetarium outreach program is aimed at educating families from underserved neighborhoods about space science and takes place in the schools and libraries where these folks live,” said Will Bourbeau, Regional Vice President of Wells Fargo Bank. “We are pleased and proud to support the STARLAB program which brings families together to decipher the mysteries of our night sky.”

The museum’s planetarium is a hit with kids young and old.

“Everyone lights up when they learn how to interpret for their friends what is really happening in the heavens,” said Lew Crampton, museum president and CEO. “Space science is a critical field for our nation’s growth… The museum’s mobile STARLAB program, which takes a

Lew Crampton, Heath Randolph, Leslie Randolph and Will Bourbeau

fully operational dome experience everywhere in our region, is the perfect vehicle for this.”

In partnership with classroom teachers, the museum expands the typical academic field trip by providing teachers with a curriculum to introduce the educational topic before the trip. The STARLAB’s innovative inflatable dome and 360-degree starlight projectors create an ideal environment for hands-on, minds-on activities.

Together we make community happen.

From Broward to Palm Beach County, we at The Volen Center enhance the well-being of South Florida seniors, young adults, children, and their families by educating and advocating on their behalf, and by providing health care and supportive services that meet their physical, emotional, social and psychological needs.

Become a part of our community.

1515 West Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, FL 33486 toll free 888.243.7075

The South Florida Science Museum is a nonprofit organization dedicated to exciting curiosity and furthering the understanding and appreciation of science and technology. It features more than 50 hands-on exhibits, a digital planetarium, fresh and saltwater aquariums, and natural history exhibitions. O

i For more information, call 561-832-1988 or visit sfsm.org.

t Activities - Weekly bingo, outings/ trips, musical entertainment and concerts. t Educational Classes - Arts and crafts, current events, and self-enrichment. t Free scheduled health screenings and blood pressure checks. t Exercise Programs - Chair exercises, tai-chi and yoga. t Intergenerational activities and volunteer opportunities. t Adult Day Care at three locations in Palm Beach County.

www.volencenter.com

Providing services, support and information to the community.

VC0911 127_Boca Observer November.indd 1

136

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

10/6/11 5:08 PM

At Lifestyle Martial Arts our goal is to provide superior Martial Arts training in a comfortable and friendly upscale environment where students remain our #1 priority. From our Lil Dragons (ages 4-6) to our Juniors (7-12) and even our Adults (13+), our instructors give special attention to each studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specific goals and together we make those goals a reality. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to improve confidence, self control, increase attention span, learn safety awareness and self defense or just to get in shape and have fun, MARTIAL ARTS = SUCCESS!!

Delray Beach 561-865-5672 Boca Raton 561-482-5621

Sensei Jeff Wilson

www.lifestylemartialarts.com

JANUARY 2012

137

around town ;HAPPENINGS

A High Fashion Designer Consignment Boutique 10 Years Voted Best in Boca! ( est. 1996)

Boutique Hours Mon-Sat. 10:00 am - 5:30 pm Consignment Days Tues, Wed. & Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm or By Appointment

ONLY FASHIONS WORTH REPEATING

Always Accepting High End Designer Handbags for Consignment We carry a large selection of Fine Jewelry 2200 W. Glades Road • Glades Plaza • Boca Raton

561.338.0656 (next to Brewzzi)

• HERMES • CHANEL • PUCCI • YURMAN • GUCCI •

• RIPKA • LOUIS VUITTON • PRADA • FENDI • DIOR • CAVALLI • DOLCE & GABBANA • ST.JOHN • YSL

RIPKA • LOUIS VUITTON • PRADA • FENDI • DIOR • CAVALLI • DOLCE & GABBANA • ST.JOHN •

HERMES • CHANEL • PUCCI • YURMAN • YSL • GUCCI

PICTURE PERFECT The Boca Raton Museum Of Art To

Unveil Martin Schoeller Portrait Exhibit

T

he Boca Raton Museum of Art on January 18th will unveil its newest exhibit, Martin Schoeller: Close Up, which features portraits by influential contemporary photographer, Martin Schoeller. The exhibit includes a diverse ensemble of 48 signature portraits of well-known individuals including George Clooney, Paris Hilton, Marilyn Manson, President Barack Obama, Sarah Palin and others.

Inspired by his early exposure to both the celebrity portrait work of Annie Leibovitz and the formal austerity of German artists Bernd and Hilla Becher, Schoeller’s photographic portraits provide a topographic and serial representation of various human faces. A native of Germany who now lives and works in New York, Schoeller makes portraits both of well-known actors, politicians and musicians, as well as the distinctly “un-famous” who are presented at parity, enabling viewers to question notions about celebrity, personality and likeness.

Martin Schoeller’s George Clooney portrait

His work has been featured in several major publications, such as The New Yorker Magazine, GQ and Vanity Fair, and he has exhibited internationally, including a solo show at the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C. Schoeller said he believes that “a photographic close-up is perhaps the purest form of portraiture, creating a confrontation between the viewer and the subject that daily interaction makes impossible, or at least impolite.”

His large-scale photographs, with their penetrating detail, give viewers unflinching close-ups that at once decontextualize the face as they detail its landscape. As a result, each image proves a compelling visual topography and an opportunity to precisely examine the apparent complexities and contradictions of each subject. Met with Schoeller’s controlled unity of artistic expression, the portraits highlight the personality and individuality of each subject, revealing their surface features and hinting at inner thoughts. At such a close range, even the most sobered expression takes on a powerful emotive quality.

“The ‘de-famed’ quality of Schoeller’s portraits creates a unique and profoundly intimate encounter between the viewer and the subject, regardless of their status as celebrity or relative unknown,” said Wendy Blazier, the museum’s senior curator.

The exhibit runs through March 18th. O

i For more information, call 561-392-2500 or visit bocamuseum.org.

138

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

(561) 414-4146

GET

RESULTS... CALL CLAIRE... #1 RANKED REALTOR In Boca Raton & Palm Beach County * ®

Top 1/2% (Worldwide)* Top 100 (Florida)*

FREE MLS Market Report

BocaRatonCountryClubs.com WoodfieldResales.com Claire B. Sheres, PA GRI, CNS, e-PRO, Realtor® Coldwell Banker • 2301 Glades Road • Boca Raton, FL 33431 Direct: 561-414-4146 • 561-886-5988 Email: ChezClaire@aol.com *Coldwell Banker

JANUARY 2012

139

around town ;HAPPENINGS

GOOD CALL 211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast

Luncheon Featured Food And Fashion For A Worthy Cause

M

ore than 100 women attended the sixth annual Boca Raton luncheon to benefit 211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast, enjoying great fashion along with a gourmet meal. The event, held recently at Boca West Country Club, featured a spectacular runway show produced by Neiman Marcus Boca Raton.

Chairwomen of the event were Carole Gabay and Peg Greenspon. Honorary chairs were Marleen Forkas and Peggy Henry. The event raised almost $15,000 for 211, a free telephone hotline that provides crisis intervention services, information, assessment and referrals to community health and human service programs.

Carole Gabay, Susan Buza and Peg Greenspon

Mason Pace

Attendees got the chance to enter a raffle to win an amber Serpenti leather bag with enamel and malachite serpent head closure, along with a matching wallet, donated by Bulgari in Boca Raton. Verdi Fine Jewelers donated rose-gold and diamond earrings for the afternoon’s silent auction. During the opening reception, two canine supermodels from Chateau Poochie modeled designer doggie outfits and 10-year-old piano virtuoso Mason Pace performed pieces from “Phantom of the Opera.”

The luncheon’s corporate sponsors included Neiman Marcus Boca Raton, Verdi Fine Jewelers, Bulgari Boca Raton, The Boca Raton Resort & Club, Cedar House Inn, Spa Palazzo, Vista BMW Coconut Creek, Vicki Soble Couture, Ruby Gemstones and Jewelry Corporation, imassage, Sukal Skin Institute, Daniella Ortiz, At Your Service Transportation, Chateau Poochie, Casa d’Angelo, New York Prime, The Capital Grille Boca Raton, Moda Salon at Addison Place, and Boris International Salon.

Underwriters included Peg Greenspon, Carole Gabay, Marcia Langley and Northern Trust Bank. Supporters included Peggy Henry, Lang Diversified Services, Jayne Malfitano, and Nancy and Harry Pelton. Host committee members were Judi Donoff, Marleen Forkas, Carole Gabay, Myrna Ginsberg, Donna Greenberg, Peg Greenspon, Peggy Henry, Bill Isaacson, Marcia Langley, Liska Langston, Marianne Lerner, Jayne Malfitano, Kim and Mason Pace, Nancy and Harry Pelton, and Marilyn Weinberg.

211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast provides confidential assistance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to anyone in Palm Beach County or the Treasure Coast who dials 2-1-1. Last year, 211 Resource Specialists assisted more than 160,000 callers. O

i For more information, call 561-383-1144 or visit 211palmbeach.org.

140

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Holy Cross Hospital Congratulates Jonathan C. Levy, MD for his recent acceptance into the prestigious

American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Society.

Dr. Levy is the ďŹ rst surgeon in South Florida to be accepted into this premier society of expert shoulder and elbow specialists. As Chief of Orthopedics, Dr. Levy has demonstrated a continued commitment to clinical research and teaching. Acceptance into this society acknowledges him as one of the top shoulder and elbow surgeons in the country.

Holy Cross Orthopedic Institute 5597 N. Dixie Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334 954-958-4800 â&#x20AC;˘ holycrossorthopedics.com

JANUARY 2012

141

around town ;HAPPENINGS

Refinish Your Old Patio Furniture & Transform Your Outdoors!

PARTY ANIMALS Tri County Humane Society To Hold 10th Annual Doggie Ball At Boca West Country Club

S

lip on your cowboy boots and don your Stetson: the Tri County Humane Society is gearing up for its 10th Annual Doggie Ball fundraiser, scheduled to take place March 18th at 5:30 p.m. at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. All proceeds from the event will pay for food, shelter and medical care for thousands of homeless, abused and abandoned animals rescued each year by the Boca Raton-based no-kill shelter.

During the evening, animal lovers will get to dine, drink and dance in the casual ambiance of the Country Western theme. A rip roarin’ good time is promised for all, with cocktails, hors d’ouevres, dinner, dancing and live and silent auctions—all to benefit needy animals who cannot speak for themselves. Special live auction items will include a “Day with the Sheriff ” and a round-trip luxury private plane trip to Key West for four people and two dogs.

Chairperson of this year’s Doggie Ball is attorney Harriet Lewis-Mooney.

The Grand Marshall Dog is “Murphy” Mooney, a Tri County Humane Society purebred Chow adopted by Lewis-Mooney and her husband.

POWDER COATING � SANDBLASTING LARGE SELECTION OF METAL FINISHES CUSTOM FABRIC CUSHIONS � SLINGING STRAPPING � GATE RESTORATIONS 1254 N.W. 21 STREET | POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069

954.917.2715 WWW.ABSOLUTEPOWDERCOAT.COM

Providing Services To National Furniture Manufacturers Since 1995. Now Open To The Public.

Deal Direct & Save.

GO GREEN - ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY

The event will be held in memory of Jeannette Christos, Tri County’s late executive director.

“Tri County Humane Society lost a dear friend when our beloved founder and executive director passed away,” Lewis-Mooney said. “Jeannette was an angel to animals, working tirelessly until the end to save as many needy dogs and cats as possible. We, like Jeannette, don’t believe in ‘unwanted’ animals.

We believe these animals have just not yet found the people who want them.

The funds raised from the Doggie Ball will enable us to turn these ‘unwanted’ animals into lifetime family members.”

Tickets are $200 per person and reservations are required. O

i For more information, call 561-482-8110 or visit tricountyhumane.org.

142

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Over 50,000 people have attended David Lerner Associates Seminars in the past two years.

Come to a free seminar and learn what thousands have heard.

Investment Seminar and Complimentary Dinner*

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 225 NE Mizner Boulevard, Boca Raton, FL

Wednesday, January 11th or Wednesday, January 25th Registration/Dinner: 6:00pm

Seminar: 6:30pm

Call today to reserve your seat:

Andrew Farago: (561) 226-4556 *For prospective clients only 568 Yamato Road, 3rd Floor, Boca Raton, FL 33431 www.davidlerner.com

There are risks inherent in investing. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

Certain investments are offered by prospectus. Investors should read the prospectuses carefully and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other information before investing. The prospectuses may be obtained from David Lerner Associates, Inc. by calling 1-800-367-3000. Member FINRA & SIPC.

Authentic Antique Posters Museum Quality Custom Framing Lithographs & Prints

Frame World Gallery Since 1981

Regency Court at Woodfield • 3013 Yamato Rd. • B-21 • Boca Raton • 561.997.0084

JANUARY 2012

143

Promotional Advertisement Photo by Patty Daniels

spotlight

HOOP DREAMS Step It Up Basketball Camp Teaches Self-

heightened sense of self and body awareness, overall confidence and self-esteem, balance and coordination,” explains basketball aficionado Yogev Berdugo, the company’s

By Linda Haase founder and camp director. “Our players play with a purpose; they see the court much better; they learn learn how yoga can help them better hen it comes to summer the game at a higher level. You can connect to their bodies. sleepaway camps, this teach a kid skills all day long but one is a slam dunk.

And, with a 5:1 coach to player ra- until he understands his body and Gary Rack Step It Up’s over-the-top basketball tio, a state-of-the-art facility and a the purpose of each movement, he immersion program is a hoopster’s unique teaching method, campers will always have a ceiling. At Step It dream: a meld of fun and work that inspires, teaches and builds self-esWe hold the kids very accountable and teem for kids ages 11 to 18—along teach them that with the right amount of focus with fancy footwork to rival the best and will anything can be achieved. in the NBA. -- Yogev Berdugo, Step It Up founder and camp director

Confidence And Coordination

School. “After coming back from Step It Up, Landon had not only shed five pounds but had raised his game to new heights he didn’t know he was capable of,” his father wrote in a testimonial.

W

The sessions, which range from two to eight weeks, also include seminars on handshaking and first impressions Debbie Weisman and the importance of setting goals Kaye and Howard Lizzy Schwartz and tracking them both short term and long term. “We hold the kids very accountable and teach them that with the right amount of focus and will anything can be achieved. We produce mentally strong, more focused and more ambitious kids at the end of the day who have a purpose,” It’s more than shooting hoops, though. are transformed into basketball Up we break that ceiling then estab- says Berdugo, who played basketball at Hofstra University, Brandeis Unilish a new one.”

Campers experience life on a college players with a purpose. versity and professionally in Israel. campus—they’ll sleep in newly renovated dorms at Northwood Universi- “What many programs often ne- That’s exactly what happened to forty’s West Palm Beach campus, help glect is the mental aspect of the mer camper Landon Kupferberg, a And that’s how you make a slam with community service projects and game. We harp on mental focus, a sophomore at Spanish River High dunk. O

“

”

Step It Up also offers private and group training, youth and adult leagues and day and holiday camps.

For more information, call 888-600-0908, e-mail info@timetostepitup.com or visit stepitupbasketball.com.

144

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

WAYNE SCHWARTZ, GINA GREENWALD AND ERIC LEE

BUSINESS DISPUTES ❙ EMPLOYEE DISPUTES ❙ SECURITIES LITIGATION INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LITIGATION ❙ INSURANCE LITIGATION

LEE & AMTZIS, P.L. Attorneys at Law

5550 GLADES ROAD, STE 401 ❙ BOCA RATON, FL 33431 ❙ 561.981.9988

spotlight

Promotional Advertisement

Anna Delgado and Kelli Musa

BODIES OF PROOF DIRT Fitness’s Revolutionary Methods Take Group Workouts By Storm W

hat’s DIRT?

appoint,” Musa explains. “We move the body in the kind of motions it’s meant “It stands for Design Integrated Resis- to move in. Our program focuses on tance Training,” says Kelli Musa, who core strength. Whether you are 15 or created the unique exercise program 50, correcting postural imbalance is of three years ago with co-owner Anna the utmost importance.”

Delgado.

“

At DIRT Fitness, we build bodies from the ground up.

”

DIRT’s full body workout has revolutionized group fitness. DIRT’s perfect recipe of highly educated and enthusi– Kelli Musa, co-owner of DIRT Fitness astic trainers mixed with great music and state-of-the-art functional train- You can distinctly recognize a DIRT ing equipment have taken the fitness client in any crowd. They’re the ones crossing the finish line first and world by storm. yet came through the door with lit“At DIRT Fitness, we build bodies from tle or no fitness background. the ground up. We’re a 40-minute group fitness program that promises not to dis- “We promise 40 minutes, 700 calo-

ries,” Musa says, “but clients have been known to burn more than that.”

The DIRT Fitness routine also promotes Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption (EPOC).

Gary Rack

“One of the benefits of the intensity level at DIRT is that your body goes into the state of EPOC, so you will continue to burn calories up to 36 hours after the workout,” she adds.

“We train in a high-intensity environment pushing clients to their personal best. We pride ourselves on a ‘come to complete and not to compete’ environment.”

yoga classes, Riding Dirty cycling and soon to come, DIRT Barre classes.

“We’re not just a fitness facility,” Musa DebbieYou Weisman says. “DIRT is a lifestyle. receive Howard Kaye Lizzy Schwartz a body-fat analysis,and nutritional counseling and guaranteed results.” DIRT Fitness is the only fitness studio in Boca Raton to offer Gluten-Free/Kosher meal plans.

After a year in a 1,400-square-foot space, DIRT Fitness is about to expand to 4,000 square feet in the Village Del Mar plaza.

If you are looking to get in the best shape of your life, then DIRT is the DIRT Fitness also boasts incredible program for you. O

DIRT Fitness is located at 7152 Beracasa Way, Boca Raton. Their phone number 561-447-0505; their Web site is dirtfitness.com.

146

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

012 2 , 9 Y R UA R B E F , Y THURSDA t the a g n eni v e g n ... iti c m x u e i d ge or an mpus sta f s r Loun u e i m n a e i Pr e jo FAU on-c s dium, a a t S e l y t i P vers ew n ic Uni oca Raton t d n ner, a l n t d, B y Win bra ida A lyst

day Thurs 2012 , ar y 9 u r b e F

ADM

E N O IT

h a oa Flor n Trop ootball An des R a a l m G s i e F : 777 ard, H N College TION w o H P LOCA er ES ond f Fam eerleaders VP & Desm o M l l l : a w R bo FL H AKE s Ch Super E SPE on, N i Dolphin T s n O e N h m p KEY e Mia ht Ste man Dwig ance by th wartz h r : c S a S T e ES nn App AL GU & Gle f f o n SPECI d.

Do to atten d e ir Craig u q e nty is r d ach Cou e e v B r : e lm a RS be s South P CHAI D s will tion of k a r n e i d r e F ATTEN dD wish O e n T J a / A D J r IRE 2012 U Dinne REQU 5 to the S 6 I 3 $ f N o TIO um gift ISTRA A minim G E R ne at nightout i l n PRE o s P

RSV men tact / g r o ca. , please con@bocafed.org o b h s af on wi e j rmati 8 or debr . o f w n i ww more 2-605 Debra

or for at 561-85 an Friedm ed by:

t is gen

ight Ou

ports N Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s S

e

ponsor rously s

sor:

Exclusiv

Spon e Media

or:

Exc

ons odka Sp lusive V

DATE

6:30

P.M.

TIME

rt

ouve C 5 6 $ ADMIS

SION

spotlight

Promotional Advertisement

Tammy Leeman, Vice President of Business Development

WEATHERING THE STORM Absolute Powder Coating Makes Old Patio Furniture Look Brand-New

By Ron Hayes

W

hen the South Florida sun burns too hot, you can always go epoxy primer followed by an archi- transform your furniture by changing colors and fabrics to make it look like a inside. When the salt air stings and the summer rainstorms tectural grade topcoat.” completely updated set,” Leeman says. strike, you can escape.

And finally, the powder coat is cured But your patio furniture takes the Powder’s 40-foot media blasting booth. in a 425-degree oven and emerges Absolute Powder has a dedicated, complete outdoor patio furniture restorabeating. Year after year.

“We take it down to bare metal, re- with a beautiful decorative finish. tion division. Due to their presence moving the existing finish and the surand experience in the architectural in“From there it goes through quality face corrosion,” Leeman emphasizes.

“You and I know how harsh and Debbie Weisman applicators for control and back to reassembly,” Lee- dustry, they are certified corrosive the South Florida weather Kaye Gary Rack and Howard Lizzy Schwartz powder coating can be,” says Peter Leeman, “but I Then the furniture is pre-treated to man says. “When we refinish furniture, some of the biggest can take older patio furniture and clean the metal and provide corro- you would think it is brand-new. In fact, manufacturers. This allows them to make it look brand new.” sion resistance, followed by two the process we use is far better than the use higher grade powders than most, which results in a longer lasting finish. original coating in most cases.” coats of powder.

Leeman is the owner of Absolute When we do it, it’s The finish is available in hundreds of “We do all our own work in our Powder Coating in Pompano Beach, colors and textures. Absolute Powder 30,000-square-foot facility,” Leeman where weather-beaten tables, chairs better than new.

– Peter Leeman, owner of also provides new cushions or will re- notes. “We’re authorized warranty reand lounges are completely refinished Absolute Powder Coating strap and re-sling worn chairs and finishers for several large furniture for a fraction of what it would cost to “Powder coating is a baked-on process lounges. There is a large selection of fab- manufacturers, and we also buy and buy replacements. sell vintage patio furniture. Deal with which is environmentally friendly and ric patterns, designs and styles as well. us directly and save. When we do it, First, the corroded finish is sand-blast- a much higher quality than paint,” ed with aluminum oxide in Absolute Leeman notes. “The first coat is an “You have the opportunity to totally it’s better than new.” O

“

”

Absolute Powder Coating is located at 1254 N.W. 21st Street, Pompano Beach.Their phone number is 954-917-2715; their Web site is absolutepowdercoat.com.

148

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

GET IN SHAPE AND BRING LOVE INTO THE NEW YEAR WITH A CUSTOM PHOTO SHOOT BY CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHER PATTY DANIELS

WITH A

FOREVER YOURS PORTRAIT SHOOT! Couples * Individuals * Pets * Boudoir * Family Act Now For Valentine’s Day Special!

Call and mention this ad to receive two re-touched 8x10 Favorite Portraits CALL NOW TO BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT...

YOU’LL BE GLAD YOU DID!

Patty Daniels Town & Country Studio FORT LAUDERDALE 954.680.9994 * WWW.PATTYDANIELS.COM * WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/PDANIELSPHOTO

WWW.TOWNANDCOUNTRYSTUDIOS.COM

D OCUMENTARY F AMILY P ORTRAITURE * F INE W EDDING P HOTOGRAPHY * B AR & B AT M ITZVAH * C ORPORATE P HOTOGRAPHY

HAPPENINGS

01.12

January 13 Whoopi Goldberg has been a moderator on ABC’s “The View” since 2007, but the hardworking comedian/actress/political activist/TV talk host has been on the entertainment scene for ages. Born Caryn Elaine Johnson in Manhattan, N.Y., the wannabe actress took small parts on Broadway while earning a living as everything from brick layer to funeral parlor employee.

She eventually took the stage name Whoopi, which she says was inspired by a whoopee cushion (her motto: “If you get a little gassy, you’ve got to let it go”).

Goldberg created her one-woman act, “The Spook Show,” in 1983 and caught the attention of director Mike Nichols, who took the show to Broadway. It became a huge hit, and this time she caught the eye of director Steven Spielberg, who later cast her as Celie, the leading role in “The Color Purple,” which gained her national acclaim, an Oscar nomination and a Golden Globe award. Goldberg has since appeared in numerous HBO comedy specials, TV series, films and theater productions.

She remains one of Hollywood’s most accomplished stars, being one of few to win Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony awards. Catch her live, when she performs January 13th at Hard Rock Live.

CONCERTS 8 SPORTING EVENTS 8 LECTURES 8 ART EXHIBITS 8 PLAYS 8 AND SO MUCH MORE JANUARY 2012

➥ 151

HAPPENINGS

01.12

venues Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County

1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-949-6722; arshtcenter.org JANUARY 4 B.B. King Show begins at 8 p.m.

AmericanAirlines Arena 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 786-777-1000; aaarena.com JANUARY 6-8, 12-16 Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey The Greatest Show On Earth “Fully Charged” Show times vary.

JANUARY 28 Jimmy Buffett Show begins at 8 p.m.

AutoNation® IMAX® Theater

Museum of Discovery & Science, 401 S.W. Second St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6637; mods.org JANUARY 1-31 “Mission: Impossible––Ghost Protocol” Show times vary.

BankAtlantic Center

JANUARY 20 Red Hot Chili Peppers Show begins at 8 p.m.

Bayfront Park

301 N. Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-358-7550; bayfrontparkmiami.com JANUARY 12-16 Miami International Art Fair (Bayfront Park) Show begins at noon.

Hard Rock Live

One Panther Parkway, Sunrise, 954-835-7469; bankatlanticcenter.com

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, 954-797-5555; hardrocklivehollywoodfl.com

JANUARY 9, 13, 16, 24 Florida Panthers Hockey Game times vary.

JANUARY 13 Whoopi Goldberg Show begins at 8 p.m.

JANUARY 12 Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

JANUARY 18 Gregg Allman Show begins at 8 p.m.

152

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

GET FIRED UP: Red Hot Chili Peppers perform on January 20th at BankAtlantic Center

Parker Playhouse

707 N.E. Eighth St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222; parkerplayhouse.com JANUARY 17-22 “Love, Loss, and What I Wore” Show times vary.

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts

201 S.W. Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222; browardcenter.org JANUARY 11-29 “Jersey Boys” (Au-Rene Theater) Show times vary.

JANUARY 12-15 Capitol Steps In “Desperate Housemembers” (Amaturo Theater) Show times vary.

JANUARY 28 Tom Rush (Amaturo Theater) Show begins at 8:30 p.m.

The Fillmore Miami Beach at The Jackie Gleason Theater

1700 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; 305-673-7300; livenation.com JANUARY 20 ABBA—The Concert Show begins at 8 p.m.

The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, 561-832-7469; kravis.org JANUARY 5 Dennis Miller Show begins at 8 p.m.

IS YOUR HOME PREPARED FOR A FLOOD? Most people don’t realize that just inches of floodwater can cost thousands in damage, and unlike other natural disasters, floods aren’t covered by homeowners insurance.

ERIC RAND • 561-372-3100 eric.rand@brightway.com Don’t risk your home, call me for flood insurance today.

01.12

European Style Hair Studio

JANUARY 6-7 An Evening with Clint Holmes Show begins at 8 p.m.

JANUARY 10 THROUGH FEBRUARY 19 “DIVORCE PARTY THE MUSICAL—The Hilarious Journey to Hell… and Back!”

Show times vary.

JANUARY 10-15 “Hair” Show times vary.

JANUARY 24 Larry King: “Standing Up” Show begins at 8 p.m.

events Come in and meet our stylists Gheri, Odette, Adriana, Maria, Michele, Jerry, Millie and Suzy.

10 East Palmetto Park Road (Next to Einstein) Boca Raton, FL 33432

561-391-2992

JANUARY 7-8 24th Annual Las Olas Art Fair This South Florida tradition includes paintings, sculpture, photography, glass, wood, jewelry and more. Takes place on Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale.

Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-746-6615 or visit artfestival.com.

JANUARY 11 Udi and Varda A benefit concert featuring Varda and Cantor Udi Spielman with the famous Israeli Quartet. Takes place at B’nai Torah Congregation in Boca Raton. Starts at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 561-392-8566 or visit bnai-torah.org.

JANUARY 14 Boca Raton Symphonia Saturday Night Concert Series A concert featuring guest conductor Arthur Fagen and piano soloist Alex Kobrin. Takes place at Saint Andrew’s School’s Roberts Theater in Boca Raton.

Starts at 8 p.m. For more information, call 561-376-3848 or visit bocasymphonia.org.

JANUARY 14-15 25th Annual Boca Fest Enjoy $15 million in artwork by leading local and regional artists.

Takes place at The Shops at Boca Center in Boca Raton. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-746-6615 or visit artfestival.com.

154

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

JANUARY 2012

155

RETIREES SPECIAL 62 AND OVER

49

$

1040 FORM ONLY ONE LOW PRICE Call For An Appointment.

Our Books Fill Up Fast.

Tax Advisors Of Palm alm Beach America’s Secure Retirement Source � Over 300 Offices Nationwide

561-738-9331 Serving Palm Beach County AFFILIATE OFFICE OF

Helping America To Pay Less For Tax Preparation

Your Ordained Rabbi/Cantor For Every Occasion Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and Service • Baby Namings Weddings and Renewals • Conversions Funerals and Unveilings SMALL GROUP HEBREW CLASSES In Reading, Writing, Language, History, Customs, Ceremonies and Holiday Celebrations Taught Conveniently In Your Home Or My Office

Private Hebrew Lessons Also Available

$25 per student/lesson 30 Years Experience

Preparation for Bar/Bat Mitzvah

RABBI CHA CHARLES ARONSON

561.496.3965 OR 561.392.2313 E-MAIL: RABBICMA@AOL.COM 156

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

01.12 JANUARY 18 Crown of Judah Luncheon Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County Women’s Philanthropy, held for Lions of Judah who contribute $10,000 to the Federation’s annual campaign. Takes place at the Hamlet Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 11 a.m. For more information, call 561-8523142 or visit bocafed.org.

JANUARY 19 MorseLife Literary Society Meet Jennifer Egan, author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning book, “A Visit from the Goon Squad.” Takes place at The Colony Pavilion in Palm Beach.

Starts at 8:45 a.m. For more information, call 561-242-4661 or visit morselife.org.

JANUARY 19 JAFCO Madness Under the Royal Palms Luncheon The South Palm Beach Chapter of Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options’ luncheon will feature keynote speaker Laurence Leamer, author of “Madness Under the Royal Palms.” Takes place at St. Andrews Country Club in Boca Raton.

Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-302-1355 or visit jafco.org.

JANUARY 20-22 3rd Annual Boca Raton Fine Art Show This annual art show features high-quality juried artists from around the world. Takes place at Royal Palm Place in Boca Raton.

Starts at 9 a.m. For more information, call 941-755-3088 or visit hotworks.org.

JANUARY 21-22 23rd Annual Downtown Delray Beach Festival of the Arts The finest local and national artists will showcase their work on Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-746-6615 or visit artfestival.com.

JANUARY 21 50th Annual Boca Raton Regional Hospital Ball The hospital’s historic milestone will be celebrated with a cocktail reception, dinner and dancing. Takes place at The Boca Raton Resort & Club. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 561-955-3249 or visit brrh.com.

GET YOUR FILL AT OUR THREE-COURSE COMMUNITY-WIDE EDUCATION SERIES prepared to order by the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County. Indulge a la carte or enjoy the series of three lectures.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 2012 RABBI SHMULEY BOTEACH Broken Sound Country Club 2401 Willow Springs Dr., Boca Raton

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2012 DR. RICK HODES Jewish Federation of SPBC, Zinman Hall 9901 Donna Klein Blvd., Boca Raton

THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2012 BRET STEPHENS WoodďŹ eld Country Club 3650 Club Place, Boca Raton

Shmuley Boteach, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rabbi,â&#x20AC;? is one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading relationship experts with a focus on Jewish values and spirituality. He is the author of 26 books, host of the award-winning national TV show, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Shalom in the Homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on TLC, and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Rabbi Shmuley Showâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on Oprah and Friends. Labeled â&#x20AC;&#x153;a cultural phenomenonâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;the most famous rabbi in Americaâ&#x20AC;?

by Newsweek magazine, Rabbi Shmuley is regularly listed as one of the ten most inďŹ&#x201A;uential rabbis in the United States.

Dr. Rick Hodes is JDCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Medical Director in Ethiopia, where he oversees medical care for people immigrating to Israel, providing treatment for tens of thousands of people. He has also provided medical care for victims of famine, war and disease in several countries, and partners with doctors and companies around the world who donate medical services and raise money to save lives. In 2007, Dr. Hodes was selected as â&#x20AC;&#x153;CNN Heroâ&#x20AC;? in the Championing Children category.

Bret Stephens is the Wall Steet Journalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deputy Editor (international) and the paperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s principal columnist on foreign affairs. His â&#x20AC;&#x153;Global Viewâ&#x20AC;? column, which he began writing in 2006, appears every Tuesday. He is also a regular panelist on the Journal Editorial Report, a weekly political talk show carried nationally by the Fox News Channel. Mr. Stephens previously served as editor-in-chief of the Jerusalem Post, and was responsible for the paperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s news and editorial divisions.

$36 PER EVENT

$18 PER HIGH SCHOOL OR COLLEGE STUDENT $ESSERT FOLLOWING THE PROGRAM s $IETARY LAWS OBSERVED !LL EVENTS BEGIN PROMPTLY AT P M %VENT #HAIR (ELEN #OHAN s 6ICE #HAIRS *ONATHAN ,OUIS *ILL 2OSE 4O 2360 VISIT

www.jewishboca.org/educationseries For more information, please contact Debra Friedman at 561.852.6058 or debraf@bocafed.org The Community-wide Education Series is Generously Sponsored by:

For An

EXCEPTIONAL Shopping Experience!

204 E. Atlantic Avenue Delray Beach, FL 33444 Mon.-Wed. 10am-9pm Thurs.-Sat. 10am-11pm Sunday 11am-6pm 561.272.6654 1185 Third Street South Naples, FL 34102 239.643.8900 Mashpee Commons Cape Cod, MA 02649 508.477.3900 www.uniqueboutiquejewelry.com

01.12 JANUARY 23 Conine All-Star Golf Classic Hosted by Jeff and Cindy Conine, the event benefits The Conine Clubhouse, a refuge for families of children under care at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

Takes place at The Club at Emerald Hills in Hollywood. Starts at 7 a.m. For more information, call 954-265-3454.

JANUARY 23 Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County Men’s Golf Classic Enjoy an opportunity to tee off at one of South Florida’s premier golf courses. Takes place at Boca Rio Golf Club. Starts at 11 a.m. For more information, call 561-8523128 or visit bocafed.org.

JANUARY 25 BrainStim Health and TMS Center Grand Opening Meet the physicians and staff and learn about treatments for depression and pain.

Takes place at BrainStim Health and TMS Center in Delray Beach. Starts at 5 p.m.

For more information, call 561-404-0469 or visit brainstim.com.

JANUARY 27-28 Memorial Classic 2012 This fundraiser for Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital includes a Player Reception and Auction, and a Joe DiMaggio Legends Game.

The reception takes place at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino’s Hard Rock Live in Hollywood; the game takes place at Fort Lauderdale Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.

Show times vary. For more information, call 954-265-3454 or visit legendsgame.net.

JANUARY 29 Fine Wines and Hidden Treasures Gala An exclusive wine tasting and culinary event in honor of the late Robert G. Gordon. Takes place at The Breakers Palm Beach. Benefits Food for the Poor. Starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 888-404-4248 or visit foodforthepoor.org.

JANUARY 30 Time of the Essence Luncheon Hosted by the Ovarian Cancer Whisper, this luncheon features guest speakers Dr. Karen Lu and model/actress Andie MacDowell. Takes place at The Flagler Museum Pavilion in Palm Beach. Starts at 11:30 a.m. For more information, call 561-837-2285 or visit phfpbc.org. O

158

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

GRAND OPENING WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2012, 5 – 8PM

Meet the physicians and staff and learn about new, cutting-edge treatment options for depression, insomnia, fatigue, headaches and chronic pain conditions. Light refreshments will be served.

Do you have depression or pain that has not improved with medication? Are you seeking alternative treatments for depression or pain without drugs?

BrainStim Health & TMS Center provides: ■ Cutting-edge treatment for mood disorders, sleep disorders, headaches and chronic pain ■ Combination of traditional, alternative, and innovative therapies ■ Ground-breaking treatment such as the FDA-approved non-invasive and non-drug rTMS therapy for depression

Darryl Appleton, M.D., Triple Board Certified Psychiatrist and Medical Director of Psychiatry Robert J. Friedman, M.D., Triple Board Certified Neurologist and Pain Management Specialist, Medical Director of Neurology and Pain Treatment

B BRAINSTIM HEALTH & TMS CENTER

Sleep and Fatigue Treatment Center

Headache & Pain Center of Palm Beach

www.sleepandfatigue.com

www.palmbeachpain.com

3 West Atlantic Avenue, 301 SSuite O-6 (Second floor) Delray Beach, Florida 33444 D

Specializing in the evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, Sleep and Fatigue Treatment Center provides overnight sleep evaluations and treatment for insomnia, snoring, apnea, fatigue, and other sleep disorders.

Specialized in pain management and neurological injuries, the Headache & Pain Center of Palm Beach treats neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia, RSD (Complex Regional Pain Sydrome), back pain, headaches, neuropathy and other neurological disorders.

301 West Atlantic Ave, Suite 06, Delray Beach, Florida 33444, 561.450.8328

JUPITER: River Place 1015 W. Indiantown Rd, Suite 202, Jupiter, FL 33458 LAKE WORTH: 7408 Lake Worth Rd., Lake Worth, FL, 561.842.PAIN

www.brainstim.com w

5 561.404.0469 or 1.877.750.STIM (7846)

JANUARY 2012

159

flash TIFFANY LEATHER COLLECTION EVENT Local luminaries and fashionistas gathered at The Capital Grille in Town Center at Boca Raton to meet and mingle with Richard Lambertson and John Truex, designers of the Tiffany Leather Collection. The collection consists of a colorful palette of handbags and accessories, ranging in price from $50 to $17,500.

Photos by Janis Bucher

HAPPENINGS

1

1/ Richard Lambertson, John Truex, Neil Meany and Jeff Bateman 2/ Rosa Feeney, Heidi Johnson, Tiffany McDonnell and Stacey Packer 3/ Amy Kazma, Richard Lambertson and Kathy Adkins 4/ John Truex, Peggy Henry and Heidi Johnson 5/ Neil Meany and Karen Foreman 6/ Laura Stoltz, Neil Meany and Robin Deyo 7/ Hiromi Printz, Amy Kazma, Loula Papacostas and Petula Pezaris 2

3

4

6 160

5

7 T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Check out Flash Zone at bocaratonobserver.com for more event photos

BLISS GIFT CARDS can be purchased in any amount or choose from our unique spa packages.

New Year New You Customized Facials Massage | Waxing Hair And Nails Slim And Sculpt Body Treatments Botox And Injectables And Much More...

Ammonia Free Color / KOKO

Botanical Based Hair Care / Phyto

S S I L B H T I EW CELEBRAT

$99 T E AT M E N

K E R AT I N

TR

$9I9BLUE

OBAG EL E P E C N RADIA

17940 N. Military Trail | Boca Raton, FL 33496 | 561-988-8989 www.blisssalon-spa.com

flash

Photos by Mike Jurus and Paulette Martin

HAPPENINGS

FLORENCE FULLER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS WEE DREAM BALL Donors and supporters gathered at Woodfield Country Club in Boca Raton for a fun-filled evening of â&#x20AC;&#x2122;70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music, dancing and a live auction to raise funds for Florence Fuller Child Development Centers, a nonprofit organization that helps at-risk children and their families. The Centers are celebrating their 40th anniversary of serving the community.

1

2

1/ Jordan & Denise Zimmerman 2/ Nancy Gilbert, Karen Foreman and Hiromi Printz 3/ Evan & Stacey Packer and Rosa & Francis Feeney 4/ Neil & Karen Meany and Sharon & Jay DePietro 5/ Phil & Joann Procacci and Andi & Marc Wiener 6/ Linda Behmoiras and Carrie Rubin 7/ Mary Jo & Brian Finocchairo 8/ Patty Soltis and Lauren Johnson 3

5

4

7

6 162

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

8

Check out Flash Zone at bocaratonobserver.com for more event photos

flash

Photos by Fred & Susan Mullane

HAPPENINGS

CHRIS EVERT/RAYMOND JAMES 22ND ANNIVERSARY PRO-CELEBRITY GALA DINNER DANCE It was a packed house when locals mingled with superstars at The Boca Raton Resort & Club during an exciting night of dancing, dining and live entertainment.

The event raised nearly $150,000 to benefit childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charities.

1/ Bobby & Jill Zarin 2/ Colton Mill, Chris Evert and Alex Mill 3/ Stone Phillips and Rennae Stubbs 4/ Hoda Kotb and Jay Blumenkopf 5/ Sally Sevareid and Mo Foster 6/ David Cook, Jennifer Capriati and Iva Majoli 7/ Scott Foley, Rennae Stubbs and Kevin McKidd

1

2

4

3

6 144 164

5

7 T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Check out Flash Zone at bocaratonobserver.com for more event photos

SEEN WHO’S HANGING IN MIZNER PARK?

MARTIN SCHOELLER (German, born in Munich 1968-), Paris Hilton, 2008, C-print, 61 1/16 x 49 9/16 inches. Martin Schoeller: Close Up is organized and circulated by Curatorial Assistance Traveling Exhibitions, Pasadena, California

MARTIN SCHOELLER: CLOSE UP | JANUARY 18 – MARCH 18 Hollywood stars George Clooney and Cate Blanchett, politicians Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, sports icons Kobe Bryant and Andre Agassi, comedian Chris Rock and even it-girl Paris Hilton, show that they are not afraid of opening up for Martin Schoeller and his camera.

501 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL | bocamuseum.org | 561.392.2500

flash

Photos by Jane Neubauer

HAPPENINGS

DKJA EAGLES BOOSTER CLUB SIXTH ANNUAL TENNIS EXTRAVAGANZA More than $40,000 was raised at Donna Klein Jewish Academy’s fundraiser at Broken Sound Club in Boca Raton, where guests enjoyed a great day of tennis and an exciting raffle drawing to join special guest and Grand Slam Champion Chris Evert on the courts.

Event proceeds benefitted the school’s athletic program.

1

1/ Rebecca Spooner, Chris Evert and Steve Lipson 2/ Neil Meany and Stacey Leach 3/ Shelly, Eric and Arthur Lipson 4/ Dr. Richard Cohen, Chris Evert and Dan Salama 5/ Alice Suma, Chris Evert and Barbara Kallen 6/ Lesley Zafran, David Trell and Karen Feller 7/ Andrea Fishfeld, Chris Evert and Caryn Nashban

2

4

3

7

6 166

5

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Check out Flash Zone at bocaratonobserver.com for more event photos

12-Night Immersive Europe Wine Cruise onboard Celebrity Constellation® Southampton roundtrip September 7 – November 18, 2012 Starting from $1,299 †*

12-Night Mediterranean onboard Celebrity Solstice® Barcelona roundtrip April 29 – October 14, 2012 Starting from $1,749 †*

10/11-Night Eastern Mediterranean onboard Celebrity Equinox◊ Rome (Civitavecchia) roundtrip April 30 – November 16, 2012 Starting from $1,299 †*

12-Night Scandinavia & Russia onboard Celebrity Constellation® Amsterdam roundtrip May 20 – August 24, 2012 Starting from $1,999 †*

Access all of your American Express benefits here including Pay with Points, Destination Family, American Express Mariner Club, and other Cardmember Benefits.

We have been planning memorable vacations for over 20 years. Call us to plan yours now.

8177 Glades Rd. Suite 14, Boca Raton, FL 33434 561-451-4511 • info@BocaExpressTravel.com www.bocaexpresstravel.com †

CELEBRITY CRUISES RESERVES THE RIGHT TO IMPOSE A FUEL SUPPLEMENT OF UP TO $10USD PER GUEST PER DAY ON ALL GUESTS IF THE PRICE OF WEST TEXAS INTERMEDIATE FUEL EXCEEDS $65.00 PER BARREL. *Prices are per person, double occupancy, cruise only on select sail dates. Prices are in U.S. dollars. Itineraries and prices are subject to change without notice. Government taxes and fees are additional. Certain restrictions apply. ©2011 Celebrity Cruises Inc. Ships’ registry: Malta and Ecuador. 11026539 • 11/2011

COOL CARS, NOTABLE PEOPLE & REAL DEALS…

fyi

// 8 hot wheels 8 now & noteworthy 8 at home

HOTWHEELS HOT WHEELS 2012 BUGATTI “L’OR BLANC”

The “L’Or Blanc” celebrated its premiere at Art Basel Miami Beach 2011, showcased in the courtyard of the Setai Hotel. This unique version of a Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport is the world’s first motor car to wear the finest porcelain on its body, as well as in its cabin. It combines the advantages of a manual transmission and the convenience of an automatic to deliver smart performance: The next gear is pre-engaged, ready to take over propulsion seamlessly and without a moment of deceleration. This technological masterstroke allows for calm, smooth and even acceleration with minimal shift times—less than 150 milliseconds.

AT A GLANCE: BASE PRICE: $2,150,000 (plus tax)

8

Braman Bugatti Miami is located at 2060 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. For more information, call 305-571-1200 or visit bramanmiami.com.

Promotion

16 cylinders, a combined capacity of 8 litres, 4 valves per cylinder and four turbo chargers ❙ 0-100 in 2.5 seconds ❙ Top speed 253mph ❙ 7 Gear DSG Gearbox

JANUARY 2012

169

now&noteworthy THE BOCA RATON OBSERVER’S

Boca Raton Museum Of Art Opens “American Treasures: Masterworks From The Butler Institute Of American Art” The Boca Raton Museum of Art held its Patrons’ Preview Reception and Members Opening Reception for “American Treasures: Masterworks from the Butler Institute of American Art.” More than 300 guests mingled, enjoyed light refreshments and observed the 36 exemplary paintings on display. The exhibition offers viewers the opportunity to review two centuries of artistic achievement and reflect on the diversity of period styles and individual voices that represent American Art throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. Boca Raton Museum of Art In Mizner Park, 501 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, 561-392-2500; bocamuseum.org.

Holy Cross Hospital’s Growing Healthy Kids community outreach program

Holy Cross Hospital Announces The Launch Of New Microsite: HolyCrossDonations.com Holy Cross Hospital has announced the launch of a new microsite, HolyCrossDonations.com, to further pursue the Sisters of Mercy’s mission to improve South Floridians’ health through philanthropic involvement. On the site, there’s the ability to browse different gifting categories and make online financial commitments to help Holy Cross in its mission. Gifting categories include things such as: missionbased projects like Growing Healthy Kids, charity food drives, research, women’s health, cardiovascular services, cancer services, orthopedic services, neuroscience, complimentary medicine, technology and more. Make a commitment to help Holy Cross and your community by visiting HolyCrossDonations.com. Holy Cross Hospital, 4725 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, 954-229-8562; holycrossdonations.com.

Mike Mallaugh, Arlene Herson, Mayor Susan Whelchel and Donna Mallaugh

Linday and Jay Rosenkranz

Monique and Julie Shide with Susan Van Bergen

Rod Cortizo, Founder

Exciting New Classes Offered At RODsquad.com

Champion Porsche Teams With Miguel Paredes For 2011 Edition Of Art Basel In Miami Beach Champion Porsche recently teamed with artist Miguel Paredes to create the world’s most unique 997 Speedster in celebration of the 2011 Art Basel in Miami Beach, the most prestigious art show in the Americas. More than 260 leading galleries from North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia and Africa participated in this year’s event, showcasing works by more than 2,000 artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. Paredes, born and raised in New York’s Upper West Side, is an artist and urban realist who combines the exhilarating sense of New York graffiti with the skill and perceptiveness of a truly exceptional artist. Champion Porsche, 500 W. Copans Road, Pompano Beach, 954-946-2136; champion-porsche.com.

Promotion

In addition to a traditional bodysculpting makeover program, RODsquad.com is delighted to announce new classes: yoga, boxing, Pilates, Zumba and indoor/outdoor boot camps. They have carefully selected the most qualified and motivating instructors to give you the best workout experience. Their boxing class is intense—it involves a real combat technique, killer conditioning and selfdefense. They use punching bags, mitts and kicking pads in training.

RODsquad.com, Royal Palm Plaza, 306 S. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton, 561-305-8840; rodsquad.com.

H A I R B O D Y

Have The Perfect Medically maintain, enhance and restore your own living and growing hair.

Thicker.

Fuller.

Healthier.

Alan J. Bauman, m.d.

Diplomate, American Board of Hair Restoration Recommended by the American Hair Loss Association Medical Advisor, Men’s Health Magazine Medical Expert, NBC Today Show

BAUMAN MEDICAL GROUP, P.A. 561-394-0024 www.baumanmedical.com

HAVE THE PERFECT

No pain.

No surgery.

No needles.

No downtime.

Lose up to 9.5 inches in only two weeks!

Limited treatment slots are available, so call for your appointment today.

Toll free 1-877-561-LIPO

The Revolutionary Non-Invasive

ZERONA™

BAUMAN MEDICAL GROUP, P.A.

www.bocalipo.com

Fat-Reduction & Body Contouring

8

at home

the local real estate report

SUBDIVISION

ADDRESS

BUYER

SELLER

SALE

PRIOR

PRIOR

PRICE

SALE PRICE

SALE DATE

ADDISON RESERVE

7741 MONTECITO PL

BOYARSKI JOEL I

WEIDNER RONALD

$500,000

$559,676

04-FEB-02

AZURA

6374 MONTESITO ST

LAROCCO WILLIAM M

TOLL FL X LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

$960,995

$5,100,000

05-FEB-10

BEL MARRA

727 BERKELEY ST

FRAYNE CLINTON

BETANCOURT SHERRY KAY

$214,650

BOCA FALLS

21612 MARIGOT DR

PENGILI MATT

HANSEN RODERICK P

$710,000

20-MAR-06 $466,900

01-AUG-97

BOCA FALLS

21768 MARIGOT DR

KALTER CRAIG

ATCOVITZ MICHAEL C

$612,500

$765,000

10-JUL-07

BOCA FALLS

21648 LYNHURST WAY

MENDA ALICIA

SMITH CHERYL M

$490,000

$257,700

01-MAR-96

BOCA FALLS

12872 HYLAND CIR

YARRIS CHRISTOPHER C

ROBBINS BRADLEY

$495,000

BOCA FALLS

21241 ROCK RIDGE DR

ZINGARO IRENE E

MINOR ADRIAN

$650,000

$550,000

13-JUN-11

13-APR-06

BOCA GROVE PLANTATION - COVENTRY

21335 HARROW CT

KRASNOW MICHAEL A

FREIMARK JEFFREY P

$400,000

$540,000

28-APR-06

BOCA POINTE CC - BUENAVISTA

6029 VISTA LINDA LN

ALMA ROBERT

MACEACHRON P H

$425,000

$72,500

01-OCT-85

BOCA POINTE CC - MERIDIANA

22710 MERIDIANA DR

MUGABURU ANDREA

FEDERAL NATIONAL MTG ASSOC

$140,100

15-SEP-10

BOCA RATON RACQUET & SAILING

1221 SW 19TH AVE

WIECZERZAK ISHANA

FERAN MICHAEL T

$540,000

01-MAY-94

MIZNER COUNTRY CLUB

8412 DELPRADO DR

MOORE ROBERT J

TUSCAN HARVEY ESTATE HOMES INC $1,650,000

NEW FLORESTA

2800 NW 28TH ST

ANDRADE HUMBERTO V

JONES CONSTANCE E

$450,000

$1,115,000

07-NOV-01 11-OCT-06

NEW FLORESTA

2899 NW 27TH AVE

ISSA MICHELE

MILES WILLIAM L INDIV TRUSTEE

$450,000

20-MAY-09

PALMETTO PLACE CONDOMINIUM

99 SE MIZNER BLVD PH PH 31

MAAYEH MICHEL S

MONSALVE IVAN A JR

$525,000

$785,000

13-JUN-05 09-JUN-00

PARKSIDE

1785 PARKSIDE CIR S

FERRERA LORENZO

GROH JOHN H

$605,000

$479,900

POLO CLUB - HUNTINGTON

17177 HUNTINGTON PARK WAY

STEINBACH HOLLIS

HERMAN LAUREL

$560,000

$425,000

01-SEP-89

POLO CLUB - LAKES SUTTON PLACE

17245 BRIDLEWAY TRL

BENSON FRANKLIN L

FRIEDMAN SHIRLEY E

$640,000

$462,400

01-APR-89

ROYAL PALM YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB

238 S MAYA PALM DR

THEODORE JOSE

SCAGGS W JOSEPH

$5,350,000

$2,000,000

15-JUN-10

Source: Palm Beach County Property Appraiser

(561) 414-4146

HELPS...

CARES...

CLAIRE CLAIRE Kind words from Claire’s Clients tell the stor y We were quite impressed with your hard work and dedication throughout the whole selling and buying process.

Jennifer and David Oppenheim

You were straightfor ward with us on pricing, rather than simply telling us what we may have wanted to hear, just to get the listing.

Rod Sheldon

Switching over to you was the best move we ever made.

Howard and Rochelle Steiman

BocaRatonCountryClubs.com — WoodfieldResales.com

Claire B. Sheres, PA GRI, CNS, e-PRO, Realtor®

Coldwell Banker • 2301 Glades Road • Boca Raton, FL 33431 Direct: 561-414-4146 • 561-886-5988 Email: ChezClaire@aol.com 172

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Grab your iPhone, Droid, Blackberry or other Smartphone, download a FREE scanning application such as ScanLife, scan this barcode!

DO YOU NEED A FINANCIAL SECOND OPINION? •WEALTH MANAGEMENT

You would get a second opinion when it comes to your health...wouldn’t you?

•FEE-BASED ASSET MANAGEMENT

•Do you even have a long term “comprehensive financial plan” with specific goals and objectives?

•ETF’S & MUTUAL FUNDS

•Are you scared and unsure about what to do with your money now?

•STRUCTURED PRODUCTS

•Will the money I have now last me for the rest of my life and still leave something for my children?

•Is your current advisor more interested in selling you a financial product than looking out for your financial well being?

•RETIREMENT INCOME PLANNING

•TRUST PLANNING

If you have answered yes to any of these questions...you owe it to yourself and your family to speak to a true professional...someone who has spent decades navigating tough markets like these. You should be working with a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional.

•LIFE INSURANCE

I am an independent and unbiased wealth manager with over 30 years of experience helping people just like you. I can help guide you through these extremely difficult times.

•LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE

You do not have to make these decisions alone.

•FIXED & VARIABLE ANNUITIES

If you or someone you know needs help and guidance right now, then this is a golden opportunity for you to get a professional

FINANCIAL SECOND OPINION. Of course, everything is 100% confidential and there is no oblication on your part. You have nothing to lose and only financial confidence to gain.

SHEVAK FINANCIAL SERVICES Bryan K. Shevak, CFP®, ChFC, CLU CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional Wealth Manager Fee-based Services and Securities Offered Through LPL Financial Member FINRA/SIPC

6489 Enclave Way, Boca Raton, FL 33496-4076 (561) 995-7873 E-mail: bryan.shevak@lpl.com

Website: www.lpl.com/bryan.shevak

LPL Financial representatives offer access to trust services through The Private Trust Company, N.A. PTC is an affiliate of LPL Financial

8

at home

the local real estate report

SUBDIVISION

ADDRESS

BUYER

SELLER

ROYAL PALM YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB

2247 ACORN PALM RD

FARRELL EVAN J

MASSEY JAMES E TRUSTEE

ROYAL PALM YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB

1899 ROYAL PALM WAY

MORITZ ROBERTO

HANNIGAN THOMAS F III

SANTA BARBARA

20686 NW 27TH AVE

RICE WILLIAM E

SANTA BARBARA

6349 NW 23RD ST

FINEGOLD IRA

SALE

PRIOR

PRIOR

PRICE

SALE PRICE

SALE DATE

$740,000

02-NOV-00

$1,375,000

$575,000

DE BOUCHARA MARY GUENOUN

$412,500

$300,000

GROSS GARY TRUSTEE

$502,500

01-APR-91 01-SEP-93 10-DEC-99

SATURNIA

19293 SKYRIDGE CIR

SIMON STEVEN M

CARNS JOHN R

$555,000

$600,000

SATURNIA ISLES

15783 VIANA WINDS PT

SALZMAN STACY

KHACHATRIAN KAREN

$665,000

$1,100,000

27-AUG-08 28-DEC-06

SATURNIA ISLES

9652 SAVONA WINDS DR

ELMUDESI ABBY

JEDLICKI TRACY LEE

$710,000

$175,000

18-NOV-05

STONEBRIDGE COUNTRY CLUB

17854 STONEBRIDGE CT

DEBRUYNE LUCAS

HORELICK PHILIP D

$550,000

$535,000

15-JAN-02

STONEBRIDGE COUNTRY CLUB

10470 STONEBRIDGE BLVD

HASEIDL VOLKER

US BANK NATL ASSOC TRUSTEE

$150,000

$165,700

19-NOV-10

THE PRESERVE

5014 NW 24TH CIR

THOMSON GORDON

CHANEY STEPHEN

$835,000

$657,000

01-AUG-97

THE PRESERVE

2417 NW 49TH LN

MUSA ALISA

ZUCKER LLOYD

$950,000

$900,000

25-SEP-03

THE SHORES

11356 SEA GRASS CIR

LICHTSTEIN SHIRLEY

NEUMANN DAVID A

$373,500

$365,000

17-MAR-03

$349,400

THE SHORES

18588 OCEAN MIST DR

GARGIULO JULIE CIRA

MACHEK LESTER

$405,000

THE SHORES - AMBER BAY

18934 RED CORAL WAY

DIBETTA JUNE

FIRSTBANK PUERTO RICO

$210,000

THORNHILL MEWS

7216 CARMEL CT

PILICHOWSKI URI

MARCUS JEFFREY

$360,000

TROPIC ISLE

919 EVE ST

MCCUBBIN MARY

COOLEY WESTER SHADRIC

$420,000

01-SEP-96 31-MAY-11 02-JUN-08

$863,500

18-MAR-05

TROPIC ISLE

925 MCCLEARY ST

MALLOY LISA S

PRAET DAVID A

$330,000

$189,000

31-DEC-97

WOODFIELD CC - BRIARCLIFF

4166 NW 60TH CIR

LOWITT PETER M

LEHNER ALLEN

$850,000

$958,333

17-JUN-08

WOODFIELD CC - HAMILTON PLACE

5460 NW 41ST TER

GROSJEAN MARIE

BROOKS ARI D

$390,000

$535,000

16-AUG-04

WOODFIELD CC - MAYFAIR

4246 NW 60TH DR

TUCHMAN PAUL

LOWITT PETER M

$320,000

$375,000

05-MAR-01

Source: Palm Beach County Property Appraiser

174

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Call Me For All Of Your Insurance Needs KEVIN J. RADER 561-807-0900 krader@advancedins.com

giving back7charity never goes out of style CLOCKWISE FROM RIGHT: Connie Siskowski with young caregivers; a caregiver helps his disabled mother; Connie Siskowski; a trust-building activity at the 2010 Reunion Camp

ROLE REVERSAL

By Emily J. Minor

The American Association Of Caregiving Youth Helps Small Children Carry Big Burdens

T

here are more than 1.2 million charities and foundations in America, nonprofits that help people deal with everything from cancer and diabetes to autism and Lou Gehrig’s disease. But about six years ago, Connie Siskowski started a charity in Boca Raton that today helps hundreds of local children deal with a

“

off the radar screen, it doesn’t have that heart appeal of other organizations,” explains Siskowski, who helped care for her grandfather as a child, often sleeping on the couch outside his bedroom door.

Siskowski’s charity has an annual budget of $750,000, most of it

People don’t understand what kids are really doing and the impact (it has) on their lives. situation she knows a little something about. The American Association of Caregiving Youth (AACY) helps children—some of them as young as 11 years old—who are forced to tend to sick or disabled family members.

Maybe it’s a wheelchair-bound brother who has cerebral palsy. Or a grandfather with dementia. Or a dad with diabetes.

All told, Siskowski’s organization has stepped into the lives of about 500 Palm Beach County children, helping them with everything from school work and respite days away from reality, to understanding their loved one’s disease.

“Because caregiving youth is so far 176

”

– Connie Siskowski

patched together with grants, plus in-kind and supporter donations.

They work with counselors and teachers in eight middle schools to find the children who need help. In 2006, AACY started its program in Boca Raton Middle School.

Siskowski and her staff realize their young clients face grown-up responsibilities long before their time.

They’re constantly worried about finding their loved one dead. They don’t want to bring friends home, because of all the turmoil. Often they can’t concentrate at school because they’re worried about what’s going on at home. And sometimes these children have physical injuries, maybe from lifting someone out of bed or maneuvering a wheelchair.

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

AACY supporters help kids muddle through these problems.

Want to help? Besides money and items for their upcoming annual charity event and silent auction, AACY needs volunteer drivers to ferry the kids to special activities.

They also need mentors, tutors, a tech expert to help troubleshoot their computer system, and volunteers for their annual overnight camp, Camp Treasure—which gives the kids a chance to get away with other kids in similar situations.

Says Siskowski: “People don’t understand what kids are really doing and the impact (it has) on their lives.”

AACY's annual fundraiser, “Heart and Soles” takes place on February 23rd from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Via Mizner Golf & Country Club in Boca Raton. Tickets are $50 per person and include dinner, dancing and a silent auction. For more information, call 561-391-7401, check out aacy.org or visit their headquarters at 1515 N. Federal Highway, Suite 215 in Boca Raton. O

Begin your own tradition.

You never actually own a Patek Philippe.

You merely take care of it for the next generation.

Annual Calendar Ref. 5205G, Calatrava cufflinks.