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CONTENTS

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2014

DEPARTMENTS

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PUBLISHER’S PICKS FASHION

by John William Barger III The Brighter Side of the Season

AROUND THE BAY

by Janan Talafer

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FEATURE

by Susan B. Barnes International Designer Has Designs on Sarasota

by Mary Lou Janson Wolfgang Puck

HOMES

by Janan Talafer Transform Your Master Bedroom Into a Luxurious Retreat

by Melinda Tam Orlando Maintaining Your Home’s Luxury Rugs

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Harbor Bluffs

by Janan Talafer Destination Marketing

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HEALTH

by Catherine S. Mitseas Designing The Best Gym in the World...YOURS!

GARDEN

by Janan Talafer Fresh Herbs from the Garden

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DISH

by Mary Lou Janson New Owners Elevating Established Oldsmar Restaurant

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CULINARY MASTERS

by Melinda Tam Orlando Cooking with Passion

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REAL ESTATE

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TRAVEL

by Susan B. Barnes Cabo—Where the Stars Shine

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PARTY AUTO

by Andrew Nabors BMW i8

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EVENTS CALENDAR BACK PAGE

by Melinda Tam Orlando Betting the Farm on Giving Back

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FROM THE PUBLISHER SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2014

Dear Reader, Home is a special place that reflects our style, tastes, interests and pastimes. Whether you have one or several homes, here or tucked away on a mountain, on a beach or in a city, this issue brings you the latest trends in luxury home design and furnishings. We interviewed international designer, Tui Pranich, who shared his global influences and how he works with celebrity clients, and then our local experts gave us their insights for virtually every room in the house.

For those of you whose favorite place is the kitchen, we talked with Wolfgang Puck about his newest creation and his focus on healthy eating and living. If herbs are on your menu, dR GARDEN gives you tips on how to grow a lush garden to compliment your culinary talents. For the fitness fanatics, dR HEALTH explores the latest technology in high-end home gyms, from cardio machines to the proper flooring for yoga or Pilates.

Distinctive pieces often make a room, and fine rugs can be an exquisite focal point. dR HOME focuses on how to protect your investment in exotic and oriental rugs and local experts at Tinney Rug give us inside tips on caring for these pieces in the Florida environment.

As the event season begins, we hosted our first annual Posh Picks awards ceremony here at duPont REGISTRYTM headquarters. Many of you voted for your favorites in each category, and we were delighted to see over 150,000 votes.

Those Readers’ Choice Awards were given at our September 4th event. We thank each of you for your enthusiasm in selecting our area’s elite businesses and services, as well as our sponsors and partners who made this a night to remember. If you couldn’t join us, you can peruse the photos in dR PARTY or go to www.dupontregistrytampabay.com for the full gallery.

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Available in two shapes, the Mariko Sphere, or the G3 (G Cubed), Gläce Luxury Ice is the world’s leading premium drinkice brand—a zero-taste profile ice which allows the maximize beverage experience. The elegant design of Gläce Ice products provides minimum dilution and maximum cooling. $325 for 10 ice cubes.

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Caliber CrossFlame Pro 60-Inch Natural Gas Grill features cooking zone dividers for cooking at different temperatures across the grilling surface of 1,535 square-inches. Welded grates are reversible. They flip over to cook food closer to the heat or elevate food. Stylish knobs on the control panel with yellow LED accent lights and two, high-powered halogen lights illuminate the grilling surface and two exterior work surface lights which add ambiance. Equipped with two slide out drawers, two side shelves and one propane tank slide out drawer. $11,873 Appliance Gallery | Largo | 727-530-5150 www.appliance-gallery.com

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WOLFGANG PUCK PRESSURE OVEN LOLA SIDEBOARD A pattern of beautifully feathered wood grain is the design's statement feature while its polished copper detailing adds a modern element. $9,341

The first and only pressure oven features brand new technology for faster, juicier and more flavorful cooking. Cooks up to 70% faster. Six-function versatility: rotisserie, bakes, roasts, broils, toasts, and warms. $350 Wolfgang Puck | www.puckoven.com

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TRAVEL

By Susan B. Barnes

CABO—WHERE THE STARS SHINE Admittedly, the only thing I knew about Los Cabos and Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, before a recent visit, was the destination’s party reputation. What I found during a recent trip to the sunny western Mexican coast is a vibe that’s chill—everyone’s there for the same reasons: to relax, soak in the sun and have a good time.

CAPELLA PEDREGAL

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Guests who make their way through a tunnel carved into a mountain will find their way to Capella Pedregal (5 stars), a luxury resort with 96 rooms and nearly 400 employees dedicated to ensuring guests enjoy their stays.

The four signature treatments at Capella’s Auriga Spa are unique in that they change with the moon’s cycle to align guests with the rhythms of nature and enhanced wellbeing: new moon—time for renewal and introspection; waxing moon—period to refocus energy and embody visions; full moon—full potential is achieved; waning moon—perfect time for cleansing.

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ESPERANZA An Auberge Resort, Esperanza (4.5 stars) is tucked cliffside over the Pacific Ocean, with waves crashing fiercely below. With just 57 rooms, a total occupancy of 120 and staff of more than 800, Esperanza takes guest service to an entirely different level. Dining under the stars is a memorable occasion at Esperanza, too. For the most dramatic sunset views, reserve a table on the point and toast the day with a pineapple and basil margarita. Oh, and if Fido is traveling with you, he’s more than welcome and will be treated to amenities, too, such as a special bed and customized menu.

LAS VENTANAS al PARAISO Meaning “the windows,” Las Ventanas al Paraiso (5 stars) certainly does offer a window to the luxe side of Los Cabos. The accommodation options are sublime—choose from one of the 71 guestrooms or 12 oceanfront villas, the most luxurious of which start at 4,500 square feet and feature their own pools and private beaches. For the most discerning guests, Las Ventanas is building a new, three-bedroom, 22,000-square-foot villa that will have its own putting green, spa and glass-bottom lap pool.

Previous page: Capella Pedregal’s dramatic cliffs add to the ambience at this elegant resort.

Above top: Indulge in a seaside massage at Esperanza.

Above: Las Ventanas’ luxury villa with private infinity pool.

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PUEBLO BONITO PACIFICA GOLF & SPA RESORT An adults-only, 154-room all-inclusive resort on two and a half miles of white-sand beach makes Pueblo Bonito Pacifica (4.5 stars) stand out from the rest. The all-inclusive aspect at Pueblo Bonito Pacifica is just that—unlimited food and beverage at its five acclaimed restaurants, daily wellness activities, and wine and tequila tastings. Additional amenities include a wellness-inspired spa, and private beach privileges complete with beach beds, to name a few.

For an authentic Mexican experience, book a Temazcal ceremony at the resort’s spa—a traditional Mexican sweat bath led by a shaman, a practice that has roots as far back as the Aztecs.

ONE&ONLY PALMILLA After only a few moments at One&Only Palmilla (4.5 stars), there’s little question as to why it’s favored by George Clooney, Jennifer Aniston and Courtney Cox, to name just a few of the 55-acre resort’s celebrity guests. With a staff of 940—45 of whom are butlers—and a maximum occupancy of 350, guests’ experiences are of the utmost priority.

Spend the day in a private cabana, featuring swinging beds over the water below and a private waiter, or at the spa in one of the treatment rooms with private sitting area and plunge pool. Dining at One&Only matches all of the other amenities, and is available any place within the resort: on the beach, in a cabana, in-room. The views from Agua are spectacular, not to mention the food and drinks. Be sure to make a selection from the wine list—the resort boasts the second largest wine cellar in all of Mexico.

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Above top: A romantic dinner for two on the beach, under the stars, is a treat at Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa Resort .

Above: Private spa cabanas take relaxation to the next level at One&Only Palmilla.

Following page: The stars—and fireworks—shine brighter at these luxurious hotels in Los Cabos.

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Kitchen & Outdoor Living at its Best!

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However you spend your time in Los Cabos, you’re sure to see stars!

When You Go It takes some time to get to Los Cabos, but it’s well-worth it.

From Tampa, several major airlines fly into Los Cabos, with a stop along the way. For more on Los Cabos, please visit www.visitloscabos.travel.

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JOHN BARGER Dress $695. info@jwbarger3.com JIMMY CHOO Shoes $695. Saks Fifth Avenue, Sarasota ROBERT YOUNG Yellow and White Diamond Dangle Earrings $8,575 Amethyst Stalagmite Crystal Necklace $4,600 18-Karat Gold Cuff with 7-Carats Diamonds $36.000

THE BRIGHTER SIDE OF THE SEASON

Seasons may be shifting, but you’d never know it in Tampa Bay. Here, our International Fashion Correspondent John William Barger gives you cues on how to look and feel cool this Fall.

By John William Barger III Photography: Rob Moorman, Moorman Photographics Hair and Makeup: Rebekah Rocha Location: St. Petersburg Free Clinic

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THEORY Blouse $235 and Skirt $595.

DOLCE & GABBANA Bag $1,095.

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BCBG Jumpsuit $298.

MANOLO BLAHNIK Shoes $845.

Both at Saks Fifth Avenue, Sarasota ROBERT YOUNG 18-Karat Hammered Neckring $37,000.

18-Karat Power Cuff with 7-Carats Bezeled Diamonds $36,000

VERSACE Dress $1,075.

PRADA Shoes $850.

SAINT LAURENT Bag $1,390.

All at Saks Fifth Avenue, Sarasota ROBERT YOUNG 18-Karat Lapis “Dancing” Earrings $2,600

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ALICE & OLIVIA Blouse $297 and Skirt $297.

JIMMY CHOO Shoes $695.

STELLA MCCARTNEY BAG $1,250.

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AROUND THE BAY

By Janan Talafer

NOUVELLE BEAUTY BAR Enjoy a glass of champagne or a delicious spring roll while getting pampered at Nouvelle Beauty Bar in downtown St. Petersburg’s historic Kress Building. “It’s all about helping people feel beautiful,” says owner Thuy Le, who is also the proprietor of La V, a popular Vietnamese restaurant just a few doors down. Services include hair washing, blow-drying and style, as well as manicures, pedicures and facials.

475 Central Avenue, Suite 101 |St. Petersburg | 727-896-2700 www.nouvellebeautybar.com

SALON STUDIO NETWORK Rebekah Rocha Bosquett has traveled the world offering artistry in hair styling and makeup. Now she is opening her own salon—the Salon Studio Network. “Think of it as an art studio for the hair and face,” says Rebekah. Services include blow drying, styling, makeup, cuts and color, as well as specialty services, such as custom hair painting, eyebrow shaping, texture waves for hair and airbrush makeup.

7005 4th St. North | St. Petersburg | 727-458-9254 | www.salonstudionetwork.com

HOTEL ZAMORA With its old-world style Spanish architecture, wrought iron décor and exposed cherry ceiling beams, Hotel Zamora, a new 50-room boutique hotel in St. Pete Beach, is stunning. The hotel is located on the Intracoastal Waterway and takes its name from a city in Spain, noted for its many Romanesque-style churches. Fine dining is offered at Castile, the hotel’s onsite restaurant.

3701 Gulf Boulevard | St. Pete Beach | 727-456-8900 | www.thehotelzamora.com

ALOFT HOTEL With its sleek infinity-edge pool and natural gas fire pit outdoors, and a large nightclub-style cocktail bar and billiard table in the lobby, the Aloft Hotel offers a new hip vibe. The hotel, a former bank building, is located on downtown Tampa’s Riverwalk, making area museums, the Straz Center Performing Arts Center and the University of Tampa, with its landmark minarets, easily accessible.

100 West Kennedy Boulevard | Tampa | 813-898-8000 www.facebook.com/alofttampadt

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INTERNATIONAL DESIGNER HAS DESIGNS ON SARASOTA

The son of an international banker and styleconscious, Swiss-educated mother, international designer Tui Pranich was born in Thailand and schooled in Switzerland and Paris, and earned his degree in architecture at Cornell University here in the U.S. With a keen eye for aesthetics, Tui worked with architectural and design firms in Boston, New York City and Palm Beach before opening his own firm, Pranich & Associates, in Palm Beach in 1983.

Over his more than 30-year career, Tui has worked with billionaires, pop and movie stars, and royalty; his client list includes Jennifer Lopez, Shakira and Francis Ford Coppola. Now, he’s looking into bringing his designs to the Sarasota area, complementing his locations in Miami, New York City, Las Vegas, Chicago and Paris. We caught up with Tui when he was in Sarasota this summer to announce an 8,000-square-foot home design project with Rinehart Elite Homes, to find out more about this highly sought-after designer.

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dRTB: You have design locations around the world. What drew you to Sarasota?

TP: Every area has its own character, and I think the nice thing about the Sarasota area is that it is a mixture of Palm Beach, Coconut Grove and Miami all in one, on a smaller scale. Just like any city in Florida, there’s a lot of growth potential here—people in bigger cities want to get away to smaller communities where they can relax. Sarasota offers that, with museums, ballet and different types of art and culture. dRTB: What can Tampa Bay area homeowners expect when working with you?

TP: When clients interview me, I’m interviewing them, too; not every client is going to fit with my design style. If we don’t connect, I won’t take the project—there has to be a mutual understanding, because when you do big projects, they can take up to a year, and you’re almost married to the client.

I see what designs, ideas and styles my clients like and cater to them by creating different styles and looks, taking their ideas and interpreting them into my designs. In the end, I am giving my clients a lifestyle, not selling them a design or furniture. dRTB: Where do you find your inspiration?

TP: My dad worked for the United Nations and World Bank, and I traveled around the world when I was young; my taste and design evolved from traveling and seeing different things. The more you see, the more you learn. You’re learning every day in life, and I’m learning design and new ideas every day. I like the challenge of creating different designs for different clients—it keeps me going and inspires me, and that’s what my clients like.

The whole way of designing also changes, and with new technology you have to grow and change with the times. Tui Lifestyle is revolutionary, because no one’s done anything like it. People are working and on the move, and now they can get a design in 72 hours with Tui Lifestyle. And when they move from city to city, they can change their design packages as they change styles, while knowing exactly what they’re getting.

dRTB: Tui Lifestyle is high-style room packages assembled and delivered within 72 hours. How do you personalize packages for each client?

TP: Personal touches are incorporated into the design—the most important thing in design is the last 10 percent, pretty much accessories and artwork. That’s what’s going to make up the entire look and ambience of the design. In Tui Lifestyle, we furnish down to the sheets, linens and dishes, and give a more complete look. dRTB: You’re on your way to the airport; where are you jetting off to next?

TP: I just got back from Las Vegas, and next is a meeting in Miami and then off to New York. I’m traveling constantly and always meeting new clients.

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Above: Living room designed for 30,000-square-foot Palm Beach estate, decorated in the eclectical style mixing traditional, antique and classical furniture.

Middle: A private cabana-style courtyard overlooking the pool features custom-woven furnishings from the Tui Pranich Collection.

Below: Guest bedroom done in gray with black and white detail—upholstered headboard and mirrored night table.

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By Catherine S. Mitseas

If you could ‘have it all’ in a home gym, what would it include? Do you dream of a sauna and steam room awash in sunlight and music, or imagine training on commercial grade fitness equipment?

How about a half court to play hoops with the kids?

Your choices are endless as the field explodes with companies refining commercial products for the home market.

From the floor up, if you have the cash and the space, you can have it all.

BEAUTIFUL FLOORS MAKE A ROOM Dean Bauer of ATS Fitness in Dunedin is a professional gym designer.

“A home gym is more about aesthetics than function,” he explains.

Clients don’t have to install thick ugly flooring, but the floors do need to withstand heavy equipment and absorb sound. That eliminates all cork and most wood surfaces, but surprisingly, not carpet. It’s a good sound absorber and a great way to bring warmth into sterile rooms, Baur suggests.

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A great overall choice is colorful rolled rubber flooring by Regupol.

The company’s 4 mm, 95-percent EPM color chip rolled rubber gives rooms a beautiful hue without the nasty recycled rubber smell.

Sports fans might want to try Junckers Hardwood, Inc. (pronounced “Yonkers”) wood flooring, an international company with offices in New York and California. This Danish company creates some of the hardest wood on the planet by compressing 1 1/4-inch thick Beech pieces down to 1-inch thick planks. This makes the Beech

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wood dense, stable and excellent for sports flooring, explains John Safarik, Junckers’ sports sales manager.

Indoor basketball courts start at about $12 per square foot, but also require 20-foot ceiling heights and a sophisticated acoustics system designed to keep the sound of bouncing balls from ricocheting throughout the house, Bauer says.

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WHAT’S HOT IN HOME STUDIOS? The quality of gym equipment itself has increased notably, with buyers

demanding the same commercial-grade quality they expect from their kitchen appliances.

Ron Batca, president of Batca Fitness Systems USA, started out designing fitness equipment for the commercial and medical market, but soon found a niche in high-end homes.

Batca creates multi-station fitness equipment that feels and looks like single-station pieces. “Get on any part of any of our gyms, and if you close your eyes, it should feel like a single-station piece,” explains Batca. Currently, Batca’s two most popular products are the Fusion

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One product line, the Expresso HD by Interactive Fitness, features oversized—up to 23-inch—LED backlit LCD monitors that provide a virtual reality riding experience powered by gaming company Giada.

Users steer, shift and navigate past other riders while battling real terrain resistance across 40 virtual tours. The dashboard keeps and compares statistics, and biometric feedback allows riders to pace themselves throughout the workout. Starting at $8,000, the Expresso is easily one of the most expensive stationary bikes on the market.

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More importantly, the Fusion 4 is front-loaded and can be placed against a wall, saving space without sacrificing training.

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WHAT DOES AN AWESOME GYM NEED? Forethought—Consider hiring an expert before building a gym. Air conditioning and humidity control is important. If the room cools too quickly, moisture builds up on the machines, leading to rust. Many cardiovascular machines offer individual fans and cooling devices—an easy way to keep everyone comfortable without dropping temperatures. Yoga and Pilates sessions are made serene with full-spectrum adjustable lighting, while strategically placed skylights create beautiful natural light anywhere—even in a sauna or a refurbished room. A fully integrated surround sound system can pump music into nearby master baths or balconies. Most importantly, good design means everyone in the family can use the gym—from CrossFit addicts, to old-school barbell fans.

Space—Every single-station machine requires 40-square-feet. The Fusion 4, compact as it is, requires nearly 100-square-feet. Functional fitness exercises demand room for lunges and squats. Cardiovascular machines, no matter how attractive, eat square-footage.

Motivation—Martin trains athletes who are the best in the world. Yet, it is at their home gyms, on equipment they feel comfortable using, that these athletes continue conditioning. Ultimately, being at home surrounded by what makes you happy is the best motivation of all.

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HOMES

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Everyone deserves a peaceful refuge to escape from the day-to-day pressures of life. A beautiful master bedroom is the perfect place to relax, unwind and forget about the world.

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Middle: Custom bed linens complete this glamourous bedroom by Decker Ross Interiors.

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Choose natural fiber bed linens in soothing colors, add throw pillows in different sizes and textures, and for a little extra luxury, place a cashmere throw at the end of the bed. To complete the picture, photos of loved ones in interesting frames and small decorative objects look great arranged on the bedside table or in a seating area.

Brigette Pina, manager of the Brandon Ethan Allen, agrees that the bed is the “star” of the room and should be the first item selected. “Whether it’s a classic poster, sleigh or modern, low-profile bed, it will set the tone for the entire space,” says Pina.

Pina also suggests that nothing says luxury quite like fine bed linens, especially Italian and Egyptian cotton linens. Ethan Allen’s Luxury Threads collection includes duvet covers, bed skirts, quilts, shams and decorative pillows that can be customized in the color and texture of your choice. The bedding can also be monogrammed for an added touch of elegance, says Pina.

Window treatments are another important consideration. The right window treatments can add warmth, texture and privacy, and can help block excess light. Layer the window by starting with a shade, and then finish with a top treatment, such as a cornice or valance, or even full-length drapery to add warmth and visual interest, suggests Pina. Customized tape, cording and other dressmaker trim details can create a one-of-a-kind look.

For Suzan Decker Ross and Jen Kravchuk of Decker Ross Interiors, designing the ideal master bedroom starts with an inventory of the client’s needs and preferences. After that, it’s all about creating a custom look that has the “Wow” factor.

For example, to meet the needs of a newly engaged couple, Kravchuk added feminine touches to a previously masculine bedroom by applying decorative trim on pillows and using embroidered linens and bedding with velvet fabric and decorative trim. To “warm up” a wood floor, she added a beautiful white area rug with silk threads that give it a slight sheen.

Another client wanted a full-length mirror with a jewelry box hidden behind it, says Decker Ross. She also customized a room to include a bench at the end of the bed, which doubled as a storage space and a place to sit while getting dressed in the morning. For a couple whose master bedroom included a small sitting area, Decker Ross strategically placed a comfortable, extra wide chair for reading, watching TV or listening to music.

Often one of the hardest decisions clients face about the master bedroom is about color selection. “We’re seeing a lot of gray-toned hues, such as sea glass, soft amethyst and mineral blue being used throughout the home. These colors are especially good for bedrooms where mellow hues will promote a restful environment,” says Pina.

Cross suggests Griege, a trendy new blend of colors that is a combination of the grey and beige families. “It offers a nice balance between warm and cool,” says Cross, “and looks great combined with accessories that have a metal patina finish in copper, bronze and brass. Lamps and tables in these finishes were featured prominently at the Cologne and Milan furniture fairs.”

With the right colors, furniture, accessories, window treatments and lighting, you can transform an average bedroom into a sumptuous get-away worthy of a first-class resort.

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inding the right rug for the right space in your home can be a daunting task. Once you find the perfect one, you want to learn how to maintain it correctly so you can continue to enjoy it for years to come. We sat down with Preston Van Gorder, the owner of Tinney Rug Cleaners in St. Petersburg, to find out the ins and outs of rug preservation.

Besides regular vacuuming, Preston recommends routine professional cleaning. “If the rug is used on a daily basis, it should be cleaned every 9 to 12 months,” he explained. “If it’s used in a dining room that only sees three settings a year, you could go a few years between cleanings.”

Professional cleaning involves several steps that return your rug to its former vibrant glory. Preston and his team start with an air duster, followed by a rug beater to remove any dry soil. Then, they wet the rug with cold water to break the surface tension. Any visible spots are pre-treated with gentle chemicals, specific to the stain source.

The rug’s fringe and pre-treated spots are cleaned with a pressure system followed by a soft brush to agitate the cleaning agents. A coldwater rinse with air removes any loose soil and cleaning agents while rejuvenating the yarn and bringing out luster in the rug. Another rinse and wring dries the rug fairly well, but Preston’s team continues to take it to another level by blowing the fringe dry, setting the nap on the rug and hanging it to dry completely for 15 hours in the climatecontrol drying room.

“These rugs can be really expensive,” Preston said. “So, it’s really a wise investment to take care of it and stay on top of cleanings.”

Homeowners should also consider the rug’s placement before purchasing one. “First, you have to decide where you are going to put it and how much traffic it is going to be exposed to,” Preston states.

“If you have a formal living room, you can get one in a light color because you’ll have less traffic there. If you have a family room and have an animal prone to accidents, you might want a synthetic line and a machine-made rug for your home.”

How can you tell the difference between a handmade rug and a machine-made rug? Flip the rug over and take a good look at the fringe. If the fringe comes out of the body of the rug, it’s handmade.

If the fringe has been attached to the rug and you can see a seam, it’s most likely machine-made. Machine-made rugs aren’t as delicate as handmade rugs, so these are the perfect choice for high-trafficked areas in your home.

Looking for a new rug to add to your collection? Appalachian rugs are popular now, mostly in white. Animal skins are also in, especially zebra or spotted prints. For those rooms with extremely low traffic, you can also consider a silk rug.

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The immaculate interior boasts 5,993 heated square feet with 5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, private sauna, fully-equipped media room, gym, elevator and garaging for up to 8 vehicles.

An open floor plan allows for a large kitchen with granite countertops, commercial-grade stainless-steel appliances and center island. Crown molding, coffered ceilings, plantation shutters, custom built-ins, inviting fireplaces and surround sound in living areas and throughout the home bring luxury to every corner.

The inviting master suite will help you relax with beautiful water views, its own fireplace and jetted garden tub, stay organized with spacious walk-in closets.

An expansive outdoor terrace on the second level overlooking the Intracoastal adds the perfect entertainment area. Additional patio area has brick pavers and heated pool with spillover spa that overlooks the deep-water dock and spectacular sunsets.

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REAL ESTATE

By Janan Talafer

Every luxury brand in the world, from Lexus and BMW, to Tiffany and Rolex, spends tremendous time and talent on creative marketing campaigns that deliver the perfect message—one that appeals to their clientele’s sense of distinction, good taste and demand for quality.

An innovative California firm is applying that concept to the high-end residential real estate market.

DESTINATION MARKETING A New Option For the World’s Luxury Real Estate?

Mark Fitzpatrick, CEO of RUHM, a destination-marketing firm, uses traditional marketing concepts like market research, positioning, branding, packaging and promotion. His team includes copywriters, videographers, photographers and public relations professionals.

Rather than selling cars, yachts, clothing or jewelry, RUHM is turning its expertise to the most expensive residential properties around the world: homes starting at $3 million and going up to $30 million and more.

A NEW PARADIGM IN REAL ESTATE SALES Why would a spectacular multi-million-dollar property need a marketing firm? Technology is one reason, says Fitzpatrick.

Traditionally, real estate agents have had exclusive access to property listings. Buyers needed to go through the agent to find homes that met their expectations for price, location, size and amenities. But that’s no longer the case, says Fitzpatrick. Technology has shifted more of the power to the buyer.

Now, from the comfort of their home or office, buyers can search the three major websites, Zillow, Trulia and Realtor.com, for home listings anywhere in the world at any time of the day or night. Time zones aren’t a concern.

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“Surveys show more than 90 percent of people are searching online themselves and then either directing their agent to the property or contacting the listing agent themselves,” says Fitzpatrick. “And they’re shopping from Europe, Asia, South America, Russia and throughout the U.S.” But the downside of technology is competition. Today, sellers and agents have to determine the best way to show their property online so it will stand out from the crowd. The solution, says Fitzpatrick, is to market the home with the same attention to detail as you would in marketing a luxury brand. And it’s all about the presentation.

“When you go to a five-star restaurant, you would never expect the server to just put a plate of food in front of you,” says Fitzpatrick. “You expect the food to be artistically arranged by the chef and for the restaurant lighting and décor to be first-class. It’s the same when selling a multi-million dollar property. You need to create a sense of high value.”

To show off the home to its advantage, RUHM photographs and videotapes the property. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. “We

Above: Hale Ali'i, a beachfront Maui estate, is one of several luxury properties RUHM represents.

Below left: The home is designed so you can see the ocean from every room.

Below right: The beautiful white sandy beach of Oneloa Bay is just a few steps away.

market the property in such a way that the potential buyer becomes emotionally invested in the experience,” says Fitzpatrick.

For Hale Ali’i, a $26 million property on Maui, RUHM flew a 10-person crew, including professional actors, to the property for 12 days. The crew captured footage of the spectacular home, the lush Hawaiian landscape and beautiful surrounding community.

“We put together a package that pulls on the heart strings; a story that gives potential buyers an understanding of the lifestyle,” says Fitzpatrick. “We help the buyer imagine what it would be like to enjoy everything the locale has to offer.”

A series of short compelling videos tells a story and creates a slice of life that wows the viewer. You can practically smell the salty ocean breezes coming in off the Pacific.

The first step in the process is to conduct research to determine who the potential buyer might be and how best to reach that buyer, says Fitzpatrick. Next, the team develops storyboards and writes the script, goes on location to film the property and then comes back to the studio to edit the footage. The finished presentation is posted online.

In addition, RUHM’s public relations department reaches out to newspapers, magazines, bloggers and other media outlets to help spread the word and gain greater attention for the properties. “Because we have a gorgeous presentation combined with a great story, media outlets have been very receptive to us,” says Fitzpatrick. “People always love watching shows about fabulous properties around the world.”

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Sunset views from this beautiful home on a culde-sac with a dock leading out to the Intracoastal Waterway. Endless upgrades with an elevator, steam shower in the master bath, home theater THX system with stepped seating, Martin Logan speakers, 10-foot HD projection T.V., motorized theater seats equipped with speakers. Downstairs is a gym and a bonus room with a wet bar/mini-fridge, microwave, and full bath which is great for entertaining while at the pool.

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GARDEN

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BACKYARD GARDENS

Photo courtesy of Yetta Jaworski

Yetta Jaworski has a small herb garden in her backyard and an enormous patch of lavender growing near the boat dock. A long-term member and past vice president of the Florida Herb Society in Clearwater, Jaworski agrees that herbs are not fussy and they’re very forgiving—the perfect plant for first-time gardeners or those with a less than green thumb.

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“Some herbs, like rosemary, thrive in the sandy Florida soil,” says Jaworski. “Don’t be afraid to experiment. Herbs can be planted directly into the ground or into garden soil purchased from the local garden center. But remember to buy organic soil only,” says Jaworski.

“You’re going to be eating the herbs and want to be conscious of what chemicals and pesticides are in the soil, since it will be absorbed by the plant,” she says.

“There’s nothing like stepping out the door and clipping a few fresh herbs...”

Jaworski grows oregano, rosemary and basil, as well as the more unusual arugula, lemon grass, lavender, star anise and even vanilla bean, a climbing tropical vine related to the orchid family.

Growing vanilla beans is definitely a labor of love, she says, as the flowers bloom only for a short period of time and the plant has to be hand-pollinated. But it’s worth it, says Jaworski. To get her many herbs ready for use in recipes, teas and infusions with olive oil, vinegar or alcohol, she dries them outside in the sun or bakes them in her convection oven.

“There’s nothing like stepping out the door and clipping a few fresh herbs,” says Jaworski. “Herbs thrive when they’re cut back. And they’re fun to share with friends. People love going home with them.”

No time to plant a backyard garden? A few small containers of herbs by a kitchen window can work just as well.

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erbs are decorative, wonderfully fragrant and a great addition to any cuisine. What would pesto be without basil or salsa without cilantro? Herbs are also easy to care for, whether they’re sprouting from a beautiful ceramic pot, planted in a small outdoor garden or growing in some unexpected places, like the Dalí Museum on the St. Petersburg waterfront.

Oregano, rosemary, sage, tarragon, thyme, several kinds of basil and mint in flavors of chocolate, spearmint and lemon flourish along the sidewalk leading from the parking lot to the Dalí Museum’s front entrance. The long linear garden almost feels like a secret, as many people don’t even realize it’s there, unlike the more dazzling garden wall of bromeliads and epiphytes, or the podocarpus labyrinth.

“The gardens and the building itself are another way of understanding and amplifying the experience of visiting the Dalí,” says Dr. Hank Hine, museum director. “Having herbs along the walkway also raises the intriguing question of just exactly what is a landscape plant.”

Basil is the plant most visitors to the museum will stop and talk to her about, says Dalí Horticulturist Nicole Matwijczyk. “I have heard the word for basil in dozens of languages,” she says. “It seems to evoke memories of herb gardens from people’s childhoods.”

Although a few of the herbs, like cilantro and thyme, are struggling with the Florida heat and sun, most of the Dalí’s herbs surprisingly are lush and healthy. What’s her secret? “Don’t over love them,” says Matwijczyk. “Herbs are very hardy and can withstand harsh conditions. They prefer to dry out rather than be kept too wet.”

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FEATURE

WOLFGANG PUCK CELEBRITY CHEF PRODUCT PITCHMAN TV PERSONALITY If world-renowned Chef Wolfgang Puck feels pressure from running a global empire of restaurants, catering ultra lavish, celebrity-packed events and managing a namesake, branded product line he has personally tested and approved, he shows no signs of stress.

The 65-year-old cookbook author, broadcast peronality, professional chef, whose honors include a lifetime achievement award from the James Beard Foundation, seems to relish the round-theclock and round-the-world demands of his many faceted career.

With his latest innovation expected to revolutionize consumer kitchens, Puck is poised to launch the most successful product release of his career. The Wolfgang Puck Pressure Oven is the latest addition and highest-priced product in an extensive line-up of cookware, cookbooks and cooking utensils that the Austrian chef promotes on-air at St. Petersburg’s Home Shopping Network (HSN). This time-saving, multi-tasking tool toasts, roasts, bakes, broils, re-heats and rotisseries, all of that up to 70 percent faster than traditional oven. (Note: See Publisher’s Picks in this issue for product information.)

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Puck has been a fixture on the “interactive multichannel retailer’s” broadcasts for 17 years, regularly visiting the HSN campus. Whether returning from vacation via London to arrive in time for a late night segment, the first of four two-hour sessions packed into a two-day stay or commuting from his home in Los Angeles for his six yearly trips to HSN, the youthful-looking Puck proves he is as adept at selling as he is at cooking.

Fresh from vacation, Puck spoke with us about walking daily along a rocky coastline in Italy to keep in shape. Looking quite spry for his age, he has lately become an advocate for healthy living through food and fitness, a philosophy he extols in his Wolfgang Puck Makes It Healthy cookbook.

He vigorously demonstrated knives, highlighted recipes and exercise routines featured in his latest book and enthusiastically extolled the virtues of a cheese grater. They are all part of a signature product line launched in 1995 that now ranges from utensils and appliances to bakeware and mixing bowls.

“If you want people to cook at home, you want them to be successful,” said Puck, who expertly seasons and garnishes dishes during a live broadcast prior to placing them in or retrieving them from the backdrop of eight on-set ovens all simultaneously cooking turkeys, pizzas, pies and prime rib.

“If people are disappointed, not only are they not buying something from you any more, they are not going to your restaurant.”

Puck monitors the prep and production of each dish featured on the set, occasionally samples a succulent bit of chicken or forkful of fish, tracks real time sales transactions that coincide with his on-camera appearances and still manages to keep the conversation flowing smoothly between himself, the on-air host and any caller

fortunate enough to chat him up on air.

It’s all in a day’s work and he seems to relish it. When Puck, who put the Los Angeles restaurant Spago on the culinary map, isn’t encouraging consumers to cook like a pro at home with help from his merchandise, he is busy enticing those same fans to frequent one of the growing number of 22 upscale restaurants and 45 cafes he oversees worldwide.

It’s more than Puck’s name that becomes attached to his various ventures. He was deeply involved in the more than two-year long research and product development that preceded the launch of his new pressure oven. He also insists on promoting chefs from within his organization for coveted kitchen posts rather than hiring from outside.

“I don’t endorse products,” said Puck. “If I am not happy with an item, I don’t do it.” Similarly, he maintains an active role in the development and operation of his restaurants. “Chefs work with us for many years before we put them into our restaurants.”

Always on the lookout for that next great idea, Puck seems to seriously ponder an idea offered to him while talking to a caller, who is also a customer, during the live HSN broadcast. The caller is intent on convincing Puck to take his pressure cooker idea one step further and create a pressure fryer. It seems to be only a passing comment until later that same day when the cameras are off and Puck, wearing a heavily stained, less-than-pristine chef’s jacket, entertains questions from visiting media.

When asked what’s currently in development, he doesn’t even miss a beat when he responds.

“There was a caller who suggested I develop a pressure fryer.

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DISH

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NEW OWNERS ELEVATING ESTABLISHED OLDSMAR RESTAURANT City Fish Seafood & Chop House

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alk into the lush, plant-populated, wood floor interior of City Fish Seafood Grill & Chophouse and you’ll feel you’ve been whisked away to an island. The Tommy Bahamainspired, tropical-cool decor lends a classy, casual feel to the large, lofty dining room that carries through to the tiki hut-themed interior bar and patio. Live music adds a festive touch.

Don’t mistake this for any sort of tourist trap.

This is a seafood and steak place that takes its food seriously, but with a touch of whimsy paired with some impressive culinary skills.

The 265-seat Oldsmar restaurant subscribes to a fresh-is-best philosophy that it applies liberally to its house-made sushi rolls, lavish Sunday brunch and specialty seafood dishes, like the whole yellowtail snapper entree.

Daily deliveries of fish and beef are filleted and butchered by hand on-site, ensuring beautiful bountiful cuts for the kitchen to season and cook to perfection.

While City Fish has been greeting guests and delighting diners for more than a decade, a recent ownership change is guiding it in a new direction, bringing new, and well deserved, recognition to the talented kitchen staff and personable servers who have been a hallmark of City Fish from the start.

The original owner first opened the restaurant in 2006, steadily building a business that, to this day, thrives on word-of-mouth recommendations from guests who appreciate its customized approach to cooking and personalized approach to service.

Clients voted City Fish North Tampa’s Best Seafood Restaurant in a 2014 readership survey compiled by the Tampa Bay Times.

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Vario, who is based in New York, Dale Del Bello Jr., a native of Reddington Shores and a third partner who does not want to be identified.

Each has extensive restaurant experience. The partners were drawn by the attentive service, diverse menu, appealing atmosphere and well-executed food that have become the restaurant’s signature.

Upon taking ownership February 13, 2014, Vario and Del Bello Jr. knew only minor upgrades and additions were needed to keep the restaurant on track for even greater success.

An open kitchen overlooking the main dining room keeps the food flowing seven days a week for weekday lunches, breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturdays, Sunday brunch and nightly dinners. Entrees, sauces, side dishes, salad dressings and almost everything in between are all made from scratch, even accommodating guests’ preferences upon request.

The co-executive chefs who have shaped the lunch, dinner and brunch menus from the restaurant’s beginning continue to create exciting specials, expand sushi offerings and have recently added catering to their job descriptions. Dugagjin “Nick” Marku and Keith Dangelo are both former New Yorkers who worked under the same chef while attending the University of Florida before leaving Gainesville to pursue their passion for food and graduating with honors from the Orlando Le Cordon Bleu culinary institute.

One of their most popular dishes to date is the Blueberry Filet served with blue cheese crumbles and a blueberry cabernet balsamic vinegar reduction. It’s that sort of culinary ingenuity that Bello is encouraging the chefs to “unleash” and incorporate into nightly specials and new menu items.

“These chefs have so much potential. The sky is the limit for them to create new, exciting dishes and expand specials and catering options,” Del Bello Jr. said. “We focus on making the dining experience at City Fish not just a meal, but an actual escape and an amazing experience.”

Chilean Sea Bass Ponzu with Sautéed Asparagus 10 ozs filet of sea bass, fresh, skin off ¼ cup ponzu sauce ½ tsp sesame oil ½ tsp fish sauce 1 tsp oyster sauce 2 tsp ginger, chopped fine 2 tsp garlic, chopped fine 1 bunch of leeks Salt and pepper to taste 1 red pepper, roasted ¼ lb asparagus 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Directions Coat filet of sea bass in olive oil, salt and pepper. Place fish on high heat grill around 600 degrees. Cook fish for eight minutes per side.

Cook asparagus in boiling water for four minutes, remove from heat and let rest. Sautee asparagus over high heat with remaining extra virgin olive oil, roasted red peppers and salt and pepper. Mix ponzu sauce, sesame oil, fish sauce, oyster sauce, ginger and garlic and bring to a simmer. Pour over finished sea bass. Garnish with chiffonade leeks. Plate with asparagus.

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COOKING WITH PASSION Meet Paul Syms, Corporate Chef of Oldsmar’s FlameStone Grill

“It’s a passion. It’s an adventure.

It’s a philosophy...It’s truly an experience. I like to make their dining experiences more like adventures.”

Chef Paul Syms incorporates passion and excitement into the dishes he invents and creates at FlameStone Grill, a casually sophisticated American Grill located in Oldsmar. Born in the US, Syms launched his cooking career across the pond in England, where he was raised.

Syms trained in culinary college before working at London’s five-star Savoy Hotel for three years, before relocating to Florida.

From there, Syms gained experience in both cooking and concepting for luxury hotels, family and fine-dining restaurants, country clubs and even a celebrity establishment—helping to open Wolfgang Puck’s main restaurant in Downtown Disney—in the Tampa and Orlando areas.

“I always wanted to be a chef and be involved in food,” Syms says.

“It comes so easily and naturally to me that it’s hard to call it work. I can do it with my eyes closed.”

When Syms moved back to Clearwater, he joined Besa Grill, FlameStone’s sister restaurant. Just nine months later, the restaurant’s owners extended his title and responsibilities to oversee both Besa Grill and FlameStone as the Corporate Chef.

“It’s a passion,” Syms boasts. “It’s an adventure. It’s a philosophy.

I use products and ingredients that are around me locally. I like to find things that most people don’t come into contact with in their dayto-day life so that when they dine here, it’s truly an experience. I like to make their dining experiences more like adventures.”

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the cusp of culinary trends and techniques, a passion that he credits to his parents for exposing him to interesting and unique meals as a child.

“I like practicing at home,” Syms says. “I’ll come up with an idea or a thought, and I’ll source out the ingredients in the strangest places. My father and mother are foodies, and they eat a lot of things that people never see in their lifetime, and I would make up different dishes for them to try. Now, I’ll go to local ethnic markets and find something unique, create something with it, taste it and see how I can incorporate it in the restaurant.”

In fact, Syms is looking to change the menu—something they do about three times a year—to offer more seasonally fresh vegetables and dishes, such as the smokey charred Brussels Sprouts, which received rave reviews from guests. But don’t worry; the restaurant’s legendary classics will remain.

Fan favorites include the Tableside Guacamole (made just the way you like it), Cedar Plank Salmon, a 28-day-aged Angus Steak, Campfire S’Mores and a flight of four Crème Brulees, to name just a few.

“We make everything from scratch,” Syms explains. “Everything’s fresh and cut by hand. All the butchers are done in house. Sauces and dressings are all made from scratch. And I use local ingredients as much as I can.”

Unlike most chefs, Syms also has a passion for pastries and desserts—in fact, the first thing he remembers cooking are fresh

pastries from meat-turnover trimmings. And that’s why you’ll find an extensive dessert menu with unique offerings, like the Fried Oreos, Peach Cobbler and the Sticky Toffee Pudding.

“The pudding has homemade Nutella ice cream with salted caramel,” Syms says. “I’ve won a lot of people over with that dessert.”

FlameStone features an extensive full-liquor menu with high-quality wines by the glass. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, with Sunday brunch and dinner hours.

Fire-Grilled Artichoke with Kalamata Olive-Roasted Garlic Aioli Artichoke 4 extra-large globe artichokes Butter, to taste Rock sea salt and fresh black pepper, to taste Directions Peel the stem and cut in half lengthwise. With a spoon, scrape out thistle hairs. Place in a large pan and cover with seasoned water. Boil for one-and-a-half hours or until petals pull out easily. Remove and chill. Place on a charcoal grill for 5 minutes per side. Top with melted butter, and sprinkle with rock sea salt and fresh black pepper.

Serves 4.

Kalamata Olive & Roasted Garlic Aioli 2½ ozs garlic cloves, fresh, peeled 8 ozs vegetable oil 2½ ozs Kalamata olives, pitted 1½ cups mayonnaise Juice from one fresh lemon Directions Place garlic cloves in an ovenproof dish. Cover with the oil, and cover dish with foil. Wrap tightly and bake for 15-20 minutes at 350 degrees.

When cooled, remove the garlic.

In a food-processor bowl fitted with a metal blade, blend olives and roasted garlic, pulsing until finely chopped. Add mayonnaise and lemon juice. Process until the mixture is wellblended and light purple. Check seasoning, cover and refrigerate until serving.

Makes about 1 quart.

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Through October 12 Marvels of Illusion: A sensational optical and intellectual experience delving into the world of double images and illusions.

Dali Museum, St. Petersburg.

727-823-3767. www.thedali.org Through November 9 Building the Panama Canal: This exhibition of photographs by Ernest “Red” Hallen commemorates the Panama Canal’s Centennial. Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg. 727-896-2667. www.fine-arts.org Through November 30 Poseidon and the Sea: Myth, Cult and Daily Life. Tampa Museum of Art, Tampa.

813-421-8380. www.tampamuseum.org Through February 28, 2015 Seeing the Unseen: Photographic and video work provide a fresh view of the changing cultural landscape in China.

Ringling Museum of Art. 941-359-5700. www.ringling.org October 3 | Friday Peter Frampton: Legendary musician and GRAMMY winner is on tour in support of his latest album release Hummingbird in a Box. 8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. 727-791-7400. www.rutheckerdhall.com

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October 4 | Saturday Kevin James: Comedian, actor, writer and producer entertains for one night only.

8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

727-791-7400. www.rutheckerdhall.com October 8 | Wednesday The Australian Pink Floyd Show: One of the most in-demand touring entities worldwide brings the Set the Controls Tour 2014. 8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. 727-791-7400. www.rutheckerdhall.com October 9 | Thursday Rodrigo y Gabriela: Internationally acclaimed Mexican acoustic rock guitar duo perform a blend of metal, jazz and world music. 8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. 727-791-7400. www.rutheckerdhall.com October 10 | Friday Saint Paul’s School 20th Annual Golf Tournament: Innisbrook Golf and Spa Resort.11:00 a.m. Registration, 1:00 p.m.

Shotgun Start. 5:30 p.m. Banquet. Saint Paul’s School, Clearwater. 727-536-2756. www.st.pauls.edu October 11 | Saturday Richard Marx: GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter brings his highly anticipated U.S. tour after releasing Beautiful Goodbye. 8:00 p.m. Capital Theatre, Clearwater. 727-791-7400. www.AtTheCap.com

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October 11 | Saturday The Florida Orchestra: Guest conductor Joshua Weilerstein and Peter Serkin on piano perform Beethoven & Rachmaninoff.

8:00 p.m. The Mahaffey Theater, St. Petersburg. 727-892-5716. www.themahaffey.com October 11 | Saturday From Barcelona to Paris: A 1920’s Bohemian Soiree: 4th Annual Suenos De Dalí Benefit. Costume party with Parisian Nightlife theme featuring gourmet cuisine and cocktails. 8:00–11:00 p.m. The Dalí Museum, St. Petersburg. 727-623-4770. www.thedali.org October 16 – 19 | Thursday – Sunday Clearwater Jazz Holiday: Now in its 35th year, the Clearwater Jazz Holiday is a world-class gathering of some of the greatest talents and fans of music.

Coachman Park, Downtown Clearwater.

727-461-5200. www.clearwaterjazz.com October 20 | Monday Justin Hayward: Legendary singer-songwriter formerly with the Moody Blues will perform new songs and old favorites.

7:30 p.m. Capital Theatre, Clearwater.

727-791-7400. www.AtTheCap.com October 22 | Wednesday Tampa Prep Open House Grades 6-12: Students entering grades 6-12 and their parents are invited to tour Tampa Prep.

Tampa Preparatory School. 813-251-8481. www.tampaprep.org/openhouse October 22 | Monday Los Lonely Boys: Brothers Henry, Jojo and Ringo have been writing and performing their own material as a trio since the 1990s. 7:30 p.m. Capital Theatre, Clearwater. 727-791-7400. www.AtTheCap.com

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October 23 | Thursday Ringo Starr & All-Starr Band: The legendary ex-Beatle and his All Starr Band make a stop in Clearwater. 8:00 p.m.

Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

727-791-7400. www.rutheckerdhall.com October 25 | Saturday Tampa Prep Golf Outing Tournament: Join Tampa Prep families for a scramble tournament at Saddlebrook Resort.

813-251-8481. www.tampaprep.org/GO-register October 25 | Saturday Bill Maher: Political commentator, comedian and host of Real Time with Bill Maher performs his notoriously candid stand-up.

8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

727-791-7400. www.rutheckerdhall.com October 28 | Tuesday Last Comic Standing: Enjoy an evening of great stand-up comedy with the finalists from NBC’s Last Comic Standing.

7:30 p.m. Capital Theatre, Clearwater.

727-791-7400. www.AtTheCap.com November 1 | Saturday Susan Boyle: Enjoy a sensational and contemporary repertoire of album tracks and never-heard-before classics.

8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

727-791-7400. www.rutheckerdhall.com November 1 | Saturday Jeff Corwin: Animal Planet host Jeff Corwin takes the audience on a wild adventure.

7:30 p.m. Ferguson Hall, STRAZ Center, Tampa. 813-229-7827. www.strazcenter.org November 2 | Sunday Picnic in the Park with Opera Tampa: Opera Tampa Singers perform familiar show tunes. Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, Tampa. 1:00-6:30 p.m. STRAZ Center, 813-229-7827. www.strazcenter.org November 6 | Thursday Louie Anderson: The multi-talented comic performs from television and movies.

7:30 p.m. Capital Theatre, Clearwater.

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November 7 | Friday 14th Annual Quantum Leap Farm Charity Golf Tournament: Innisbrook Golf and Spa Resort. 11:00 a.m. Registration, 1:00 p.m.

Shotgun Start. Quantum Leap Farm, Odessa. Contact Edie Dopking at 813-920-9250. www.quantumleapfarm.org November 7 | Friday Mary Chapin Carpenter: Five-time Grammy winner and member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame perform with special guest, Tift Merritt. 7:30 p.m. Capital Theatre, Clearwater. 727-791-7400. ww.AtTheCap.com November 7 | Friday The Florida Orchestra—The Ben Folds Experience: Multi-platinum selling singersongwriter Ben Folds will perform his new piano concerto. Jacomo Bairos conducts.

8:00 p.m. Carol Morsani Hall, STRAZ Center, Tampa. 813-229-7827. www.strazcenter.org November 8 | Saturday David Cook: American Idol winner of Season Seven in 2008, will showcase his debut performance. 7:30 p.m. Capital Theatre, Clearwater. 727-791-7400. www.AtTheCap.com

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Dancers, gymnasts, rock climbers, athletes, acrobats interact with and explore the tension between a structure.

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Capital Theatre, Clearwater. 727-791-7400. www.AtTheCap.com November 14 | Friday Celtic Thunder: International singing sensation North American Symphony Tour will be introducing the show’s newest member, Emmett O’Hanlon. 8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. 727-791-7400. www.rutheckerdhall.com

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Betting the Farm on Giving Back Old McMicky’s Farm, all newly re-built, is back and better than ever thanks to builder Ralph Zuckerman who purchased the property and decided against home development.

Located on the historic grounds of Camp Keystone, the farm is part of a 68-year-old tradition in the Tampa Bay area.

Tour guides teach children in an interactive, hands-on environment all nestled on a 40acre lake. Dedicated to giving back to the community, Zuckerman started the 1,000 Kids program with a goal of giving 1,000 local kids who are facing challenges a day at the farm free of charge. They hosted 899 kids the first year.

The farm’s “Mission I Do” dream wedding gift was just awarded to wounded veteran Jacob Leach and his fiancé Brittany Polinsky. They will have an all inclusive wedding, all expenses covered courtesy of Old McMicky’s Farm and participating sponsors.

The farm, with its elegant old Florida charm, is an ideal location for beautiful lakefront barn weddings, company picnics, corporate events, charity eventrs, private parties and more.

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