Palm Beach Illustrated May 2025

ANNUAL DINING ISSUE

A SEAT AT THE TABLE

EAT THE WEEK

MEG BRAFF SETS THE ULTIMATE PALM BEACH SCENE OUR GAME PLAN FOR 7 DAYS OF DELICIOUSNESS

THE FARM SIDE LOCAL FARMERS AND THEIR HARVESTS +

Fabulous

FEASTS

TIMELESS ELEGANCE

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The Pinnacle of Waterfront Elegance

Photography – Ananda Leigh

Magnificent Oscar Heyman Platinum Diamond Necklace

Circa 1960s

“ ere you nd the un ndable”

Exquisite Cartier Stylized Floral Earclips

Platinum | Diamonds | Circa 1950s

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THE LONG GAME IS CALLING

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By Maghan McDowell

By Mary Murray

Palm Beach Citrus Salad, made using produce from Kai-Kai Farm

DEPARTMENTS

22

Soirees from the social season

39 SPOTLIGHT

Hitting aces at The Breakers

40 AROUND TOWN

News from Dreyfoos School of the Arts, The Royal Poinciana Plaza, and more

42 CREATIVES

Three fascinating local florists

44 Q&A

Boca Raton celebrates its centennial

46 GUIDE

Exploring West Palm’s Industry Alley

48 PROFILE

On set with an attorney turned filmmaker

50 WORTH IT

Tips for expert-level antiquing

52 LITERATI

Cook the South, one recipe at a time

55 IT LIST

Modern basket bags

56 THE LOOK

Fruit-inspired accessories for spring

58 REAL TALK WITH...

Designer Lele Sadoughi

60 THE EDIT

Emerald-hued must-haves in honor of May

62 BIJOUX

Dainty bugs, dazzling jewels

64 BEAUTY

Marine-based skin care

JOURNEYS

67 WANDERLUST

Swimming with the ocean’s “Big Three” and more in Western Australia

70 HIGH ROAD

Hummer’s electric SUV is built for speed

72 HIGH SEAS

Silence is golden aboard the Sialia 57

SAVOR

109 EXPANSIONS

Stage finds a second home in Boca

110 LOCAL BITES

In the kitchen with chef Michael Mina, Lila opens in Tequesta, and more

116 SIP WITH PBI

A cocktail to transport you to The White Lotus—no passport needed

119 DESIGN

Contemporary art sets an eclectic vibe in this Palm Beach home

120 ELEMENTS

Go all in on color drenching BALANCE

129 FOOD FUEL

An expert intro to sourdough baking and its nutritional benefits

130 HEALTH & FITNESS

Chatting with the author of The Human Being Diet, plus a solution for shoe

schmutz and the lowdown on Outlive Labs’ signature program

134 TRENDING

Grape-powered skin care

136 GOOD NATURE

Eating in season and with intention

138 WEALTH

Bitcoin faces uncertainty

CULTURE

141 TOP BILLING

A couple is at the center of the Boca Raton Museum of Art’s newest exhibit

142 CALENDAR

What to see and do this month

SOCIAL STUDIES

151 PALM BEACH MAGAZINE

Hot parties, beautiful people

DEAR LIZ

160 INSIDER ADVICE ON...

Packing for Palm Beach and remembering names

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ILLUSTRATED

Editor in Chief

Daphne Nikolopoulos

Creative Director

Olga M. Gustine

Executive Editor

Mary Murray

Managing Editor Allison Wolfe Reckson

Fashion Editor Katherine Lande

Automotive Editor Howard Walker

Travel Editor Paul Rubio

Lifestyle Editor Liza Grant Smith

Libations Editor Jules Aron

Web Editor Abigail Duffy

DESIGN

Senior Art Director

Ashley Meyer

Art Directors

Airielle Farley, Jenny Fernandez-Prieto

Digital Imaging Specialist

Leonor Alvarez-Maza

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Jane E. Enos, Stephanie Gates, Kristen Desmond LeFevre, Kelley Marcellus, Gaylene Salomons

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Paige Bowers, Sebastian Clarke, Judy Alexandra DiEdwardo, Michael Drapkin, Tammy Fender, Liz Lange, Maghan McDowell, Alexandra Owens, Joe Pye, Skye Sherman, Nila Do Simon, Katherine van Dell

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS AND ILLUSTRATORS

Lisa Kaw, Nick Mele, Gyorgy Papp

SOCIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS

Tracey Benson, Janis Bucher, Capehart, Davidoff Studios, Jacek Gancarz, Corby Kaye’s Studio Palm Beach, LILA Photo, Annie Watt

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TRANSIT

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ADVERTISING

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Advertising Services Coordinator

Elizabeth Hackney

Marketing Manager

Rebecca Desir

PRODUCTION

Production Director Selene M. Ceballo

Production Manager Lourdes Linares

Digital Pre-Press Specialist George Davis

Senior Designer Jeffrey Rey

Advertising Design Coordinator Anaely J. Perez Vargas

Production Coordinator Ileana Caban

Digital Marketing Manager Tyler Sansone

OPERATIONS

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Accounts Receivable Specialist Ana Coronel

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IT Manager Omar Greene

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GLORIOUS FOOD

Earlier this spring, while volunteering for the Town of Palm Beach United Way’s Allocations Committee, I had the opportunity to visit the Palm Beach County Food Bank, among other food distribution facilities applying for funding. The Food Bank’s CEO, Jamie Kendall, started the tour by taking us to a beautiful exhibition kitchen (their huge industrial kitchen is out of view but equally impressive) where community groups can enjoy a top-notch dining experience by the organization’s culinary director, Doug Barg.

The beautiful part about that is that chef Doug, whose experience is in fine dining, also creates all the meals for our area’s food-insecure populations—because everyone deserves a nutritious and flavorful meal, regardless of ability to afford it.

The Food Bank’s vision to create a broad culinary enterprise that, beyond feeding programs, includes culinary training and community events speaks to Palm Beach County’s evolving reputation as a food-forward destination. And now, with the Michelin Guide’s first foray into the county to discover star-worthy restaurants, our foodie status is cemented. Whatever your taste buds desire—whether an over-the-top brunch at The Breakers, a burger at Mr. B’s, or dinner at the Food Bank—you will find it here.

To give you a sampling of the bounty that is Palm Beach County’s food scene, we present our guide to a week’s worth of dining. Start your week on Sunday with Lobsta Disco Brunch at Pink Steak and end on Saturday night with a late dinner at Mary Lou’s, with all the brioche doughnuts and sandwich bento boxes in-between. Turn to “A Week of Eats” on page 84 and start planning your next meal.

If you love farm-fresh food like I do, you’ll enjoy our story on local farmers and their harvests. These individuals are truly dedicated to the land and, by extension, to our nourishment. The work of tilling the soil and coaxing food from a seed is often underappreciated, but it’s important. I invite you to learn more about our farmers by turning to “Heart and Soil” on page 92.

If you are always up for a good party, check out “Trad and True,” our cover profile of design and entertaining doyenne Meg Braff. Meg has the remarkable ability to make any space look like a color-drenched dreamscape, and her parties are no different. Read all about how she does it, and don’t miss her entertaining dos and don’ts, which are gold for any hostess. The story starts on page 76.

Enjoy the issue—and remember that not everyone in our community has access to good, nutritious food. Let’s lend a hand where we can.

Daphne Nikolopoulos daphne@palmbeachillustrated.com

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Time may be fleeting, but with patience, our best experiences can last a lifetime. When I landed at Palm Beach Illustrated back in 2005, I had been at my previous assignment for 12 years. It may be that I am excellent at selecting for longevity or simply terrible with change. We will assume the former because being in the magazine business means that pretty much your full-time job is managing for change.

After successfully weathering the Great Recession, PBI and its parent organization, Palm Beach Media Group, grew steadily through 2018. Like many businesses in South Florida, we have been fortunate to benefit from the post-pandemic growth our state has experienced. Our company has grown more than sixfold since 2019, and we now have north of 40 magazines under our management. We have been very, very fortunate to experience that growth as a direct result of the excellent work produced by a dedicated and experienced group of professionals.

My very first hire at PBI will also celebrate 20 years in 2025. You can find Jeffrey Rey on the masthead page, where he’s been contributing mightily since 2005. It is an honor to have worked alongside someone who has invested so much of his time and effort to the products we produce. I only half joke that if Jeff were ever to leave, he would have to take me with him. Our staff longevity is a source of pride for the entire group. With most people in our organization tracking 10-plus years, we are grateful for the contributions each has made over their careers with Palm Beach Media Group.

The people, the process, the publications—all three have kept me engaged, growing, and, hopefully, learning over the last 20 years. Through the work, we have been able to contribute to the success of countless businesses and organizations across the markets we serve. We have supported philanthropic organizations both large and small with outreach and awareness. Our audiences are incredibly engaged and loyal. And for that, we are most grateful.

While I don’t remember “magazine publisher” as a possible path when talking to my college counselor, it was apparently kismet that this career found me. Now that I am 59, another 20 years is unlikely for someone of my “advanced” age, but whatever the final number ends up being, I cannot imagine a better or more rewarding run.

Until the next one,

Terry Duffy tduffy@palmbeachmedia.com

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DINNER DANCE UNDER THE STARS

WHO: Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach WHAT: Forty-Third Annual Dinner Dance WHERE: Bradley Park, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: More than 400 guests were transported into a fantastical Mizner courtyard, a tribute to the grand Mediterranean Revival estates that define the island’s rich architectural history.

AMY HOADLEY, SUE WRIGLEY

MEHMET AND LISA OZ

HILARY GEARY ROSS AND WILBUR ROSS

STEPHANIE SEYMOUR BRANT AND PETER BRANT

BILLY GILBANE, LYNNE WHEAT AND THOMAS PETERFFY

ROBERT RUFINO, MISH TWORKOWSKI AND JOSEPH SINGER

ELECTRA TOUB, BETSY SHIVERICK

CALLIE BAKER HOLT, PAULINE PITT

MARTIN AND AUDREY GRUSS

AERIN LAUDER, MARK SIKES, JULIA AMORY

JOHN PAULSON, NICOLA AND JEFF MARCUS

The Palm Beaches Perfected

WINTER HAT LUNCHEON

WHO: Spoons Across America and the Winter Benefit Committee WHAT: Inaugural Winter Hat Luncheon WHERE: Café Boulud, The Brazilian Court Hotel, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: The first-of-its-kind event paired cuisine with philanthropy (and fabulous hats!) in support of Spoons Across America’s vital food education programs for underserved children.

KATHERINE VAN DELL AND SEBASTIAN CLARKE

KATHERINE LANDE, JULIA AMORY

TIFFANY MARKS ISAACS, FRANCES PETER, MARY WILLIS

NICK AND MOLLY MELE

ROBIN JOSEPH, KAREN KLOPP

ELIZABETH MEIGHER, JULIA WETHERELL

KATHERINE GAGE BOULUD, BETTINA ANDERSON

HEATHER VAN DER MIJE, MIRA FAIN

ASHLEY BROWN, CAT OSKOUEI, MARIE UNANUE

RACHEL VAN WYK, CALLIE BAKER HOLT

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LAUNCHING WITH LILLY

WHO: Lilly Pulitzer, Daphne Nikolopoulos, and Nick Mele WHAT: Celebration for Palm Beach Illustrated’ s March “Palm Beach Dandies: Lilly Edition” WHERE: Lilly Pulitzer, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: Guests mingled with the 2025 Dandies (all sporting Lilly, of course!) and enjoyed an exclusive first shop of the Spring 2025 Reserve Collection in support of the Historical Society of Palm Beach County.

NICK MELE, STACEY LEULIETTE, DAVID-WILLIAM COFFIN

ARVO KATAJISTO, KYLE LUCKS

HEATHER ADAMS VAN DER MIJE, DAPHNE NIKOLOPOULOS

KATHERINE LANDE, ROB CALDWELL, ZLATA KOTMINA

GRACIE GAYLORD, CINDY GAYLORD

TOMMY HILFIGER AND DEE OCLEPPO HILFIGER

MIRA FAIN, DEE OCLEPPO HILFIGER

BRADLEY O’BRIEN, CRAIG REYNOLDS, MIRA FAIN

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HOT PINK LUNCHEON

WHO: Breast Cancer Research Foundation WHAT: Palm Beach Hot Pink Luncheon & Symposium WHERE: The Breakers, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: Supporters raised $2.6 million for breast cancer research and honored the Quick family with the Evelyn H. Lauder Humanitarian Award for their commitment to ending breast cancer.

MICHAEL

JUDY GARBER, ARLENE TAUB, LARRY NORTON

STACEY GRIFFITH

WILLIAM P. LAUDER, CHRISTOPHER QUICK, NANCY GIBSON, TRICIA QUICK, THOMAS QUICK, LESLIE QUICK III

ESTRELLITA BRODSKY, RONNIE HEYMAN

LARA SHRIFTMAN, SERENA WILLIAMS

DEBBY TUKEL, LIZ ELTING ALEX BOLEN

TOMMY HILFIGER AND DEE OCLEPPO HILFIGER

DONNA MCKAY, TRICIA QUICK

KARL WELLNER, JAMEE AND PETER GREGORY

AERIN LAUDER, KINGA LAMPERT

CELEBRATING THE KRAVIS CENTER WHO: Kravis Center WHAT: Annual Gala WHERE: Kravis Center, West Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: A record-breaking more than 500 guests were beckoned by a 1940s-themed Klub Kravis cocktail reception and dinner, with a performance starring Harry Connick Jr. in between.

KRISTEN AND DAVID LAMBERT

JILL VINER, KEN ENDELSON

SHARYN AND STUART FRANKEL

KATHRYN AND LEO VECELLIO

SHERRY AND TOM BARRAT

LENI AND PETER MAY

JEFF AND AGGIE STOOPS

JOHN AND MONIKA PRESTON

RENAY WASSERSTEIN, BILL MEYER

JIM COLEMAN, BARBARA ANN BERNARD

WOMEN OF DISTINCTION

WHO: Palm Beach Atlantic University

WHAT: Thirty-Third Annual Women of Distinction Luncheon WHERE: The Breakers, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: The luncheon honored Penny Murphy and Amanda Schumacher for their commitment to community and family. Proceeds benefit a scholarship fund for female students.

LAURA TITUS, ANDREA TITUS

JILL AND JIM JENKINS

SARA AND JIM MCCANN

KAELIN HATFIELD, FRANCES FISHER

BONNIE MCELVEENHUNTER, GAY GAINES

KATHRYN VECELLIO, MONIKA PRESTON

PENNY MURPHY, AMANDA SCHUMACHER

SHEILA RINKER, DENISE HANLEY

VALENTINA GUZMAN, REAGAN BOZARTH, LUDNIE SAINT-JUSTE, LAURA BISHOP, JULIA SEAGLE, ELIZABETH AKINTUJOYE, CLAIRE CROSSMAN

DIANE AND JOHN SCULLEY

CATHY FLAGG, RICHARD JOHNSON, PALM BEACH MAYOR DANIELLE MOORE

AMFAR PALM BEACH GALA

WHO: amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research WHAT: Palm Beach Gala WHERE: Ken Griffin’s estate, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: Guests at the star-studded event raised $3.8 million for lifesaving HIV research, honored Andrea and Steve Wynn and Martha Stewart, and enjoyed a performance by Ricky Martin.

LISA AND MEHMET OZ, SAGE AND TONY ROBBINS

CAROLINE AND OMEED MALIK, DONALD TRUMP JR. ANDREW AND SARAH WETENHALL

KEVIN MCCLATCHY, T. RYAN GREENAWALT, TOMMY HILFIGER AND DEE OCLEPPO HILFIGER

MARTHA STEWART, JULIA KOCH

CORNELIA GUEST, JANE HOLZER

JOE MCFATE, BOB MACKIE

AMY AND JOHN PHELAN

COCO ROCHA

ANDREA AND STEVE WYNN, RICKY MARTIN, ROBERT KRAFT AND DANA BLUMBERG

BRET AND AMY BAIER

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THE INSIDE TRACK TO EVERYTHING PALM BEACH

SPOTLIGHT

GRAND SLAM

The Breakers may trace its legacy back 100 years, but its forward motion never stops.

The latest addition to Palm Beach’s grandest of grande dame resorts is a 104,000-square-foot tennis and racquet complex resulting from a $12 million renovation completed in December. The facilities include 16 open-air courts spanning tennis, pickleball, and padel, each with its own refreshment pergola plus a viewing veranda for spectators. The resort’s long-standing partner, Tihany Design, crafted an ambience reminiscent of a grand estate.

“As racquet sports continue to grow in popularity, they’ve become an integral part of the active leisure

lifestyle,” says Paul N. Leone, CEO of The Breakers. “Our investment in these premier facilities sets a new standard in the resort and club landscape, reflecting our commitment to continuous renewal while honoring the rich legacy of our family-owned oceanfront property.”

In March, the facilities were received in style with a weekend of high-profile Grand Slam events benefiting First Serve USA, a West Palm Beach–based organization that hires, equips, and trains outstanding high school students to mentor children in their community. The weekend included a 10-game pro set with tennis legends Andre Agassi, Steffi Graf, Andy Roddick, and Kim Clijsters as well as a gala-inspired Tennis Ball where attire was “tennis chic” and athletic shoes de rigueur. (thebreakers.com) —Skye Sherman

The Breakers (above) recently debuted its new tennis and racquet complex (top), which features tennis, pickleball, and padel courts, plus related amenities.

RETAIL

DOUBLE TAKE

LA DOUBLEJ HAS LANDED IN PALM BEACH. THE MILAN-BASED BRAND HAS OPENED A NEW STORE AT THE ROYAL POINCIANA PLAZA—ITS FIRST BRICKAND-MORTAR LOCATION IN THE UNITED STATES. WITH EMERALD-TONED WALLS, A CHAKRA-PRINT CEILING, AND CUSTOM WINDOW SCULPTURES BY ARTIST JOANN TAN, ALL DESIGNED UNDER THE BRAND’S MISSION TO “RAISE YOUR VIBRATION,” THE BOUTIQUE ITSELF IS A DRAW. SO ARE ITS WARES: THE STORE STOCKS LA DOUBLEJ’S LATEST READY-TO-WEAR AND HOMEWARE COLLECTIONS, INCLUDING MADE-IN-ITALY PORCELAINS, LINENS, AND MURANO GLASS. (LADOUBLEJ.COM) —S.S.

COMMUNITY

Hitting the High Notes

Students from West Palm Beach’s Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts are headed to New York City to compete in the thirtieth annual Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition and Festival, hosted by Jazz at Lincoln Center. From May 7-11, the band will participate in workshops, jam sessions, and performances, culminating in a final concert at the Metropolitan Opera House.

“Throughout my teaching career, I have been incredibly fortunate to work with many outstanding students who are deeply committed to their group’s growth and collective success,” says band director Christopher M. De León, who is in his fifth year at Dreyfoos and fifth time as an Essentially Ellington finalist director. “This current group is no exception.

“They share a strong sense of togetherness and a special bond that allows them to be both supportive and constructively critical of one another. Building a strong jazz family and fostering a true musical community is at the heart of who we are as a band. Being selected as one of just 30 groups [out of 127] from around the world is a testament to their dedication and further fuels their drive to be the best they can. Last year’s Essentially Ellington experience was life-changing for our students, and this year’s festival promises to be even more impactful.” (awdsoa.org) —S.S.

WHISK TAKERS

This summer, chefs-to-be can unlock their culinary creativity with Sur La Table’s Summer Series for kids (7 to 11) and teens (12 to 17). Beginning May 27, the hands-on classes—with themes like Global Flavors, Bakeshop, Taste the World, and Ambitious Recipes, during which they’ll master everything from agnolotti to chocolate babka—include four to five days of culinary exploration in Sur La Table kitchens. Classes have limited capacity and are taught by professional chefs. Participants graduate with a certificate of completion, their own apron, and printed menus so they can recreate the dishes at home. (surlatable.com) —S.S.

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CREATIVES

MAY FLOWERS

LOCAL FLORISTS CREATE MODERN ART FROM THE WHIMS OF NATURE

BY SKYE SHERMAN

PETALS AS POETRY

Boynton Beach–based Sunny Forman’s medium is flowers, but her passion is storytelling. The Korean Amer ican founder of Moonflower Design left a decade-long career in the software industry to pursue floristry, educating herself via books, online courses, workshops, mentorship under Lewis Miller, and travel to places like France, Portugal, Korea, and Japan to absorb global floral traditions. Her luxurious, boutique-style arrangements bring emotion, depth, and drama to dinner parties, events, and editorial installations. “Every flower tells a story, and I love weaving meaning into my arrangements, much like the Victorians who once used blooms to convey hidden messages,” Forman says. “Among my favorites is the striking light-blue delphinium, which symbolizes a bond of love, protection, and remembrance.” (themoonflowerdesign.com)

RHYTHM AND BLOOMS

For West Palm Beacher Jazmine Colón, floral design is choreography.

“Dance has always been my first love,” says Colón, an Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts alum who received her BFA in dance from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. “Dance has had a huge impact on how I show up in the world every day and how I continue to pour into my passion of floral design.” Since 2022, she’s brought movement, asymmetry, and texture into her nontraditional, playfully unexpected creations at Flowerbody Floral Design while continuing to teach dance and choreography at Dreyfoos. Also inspired by our wild subtropical environs, Colón crafts arrangements for brand activations, weddings, subscriptions, and private events. (flowerbodydesign.com)

FOREVER FLOWERS

The bittersweet beauty of blooms is that they’re ephemeral— but what if they don’t have to be? As Olivia Rosa Design, Jupiter-based artist Olivia Rodriguez (born in Cuba and raised in Germany and Spain) preserves significant bouquets and arrangements in the form of resin art. After working in floral retail and event studios and witnessing excessive floral waste every day, Rodriguez learned to transform exotic orchids, bridal bouquets, rare seasonal blooms, or whatever her clients deem special into custom resin blocks (which can be used as bookends, trays, coasters, or shelf decor) and jewelry, including earrings, pins, clips, and necklace pendants. The modern heirlooms capture flowers at their most beautiful, keeping them fresh for posterity as sculptural keepsakes. (oliviarosadesign.com)

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MEMORY LANE

THE BOCA RATON HISTORICAL SOCIETY CELEBRATES THE CITY’S CENTENNIAL

BY JUDY ALEXANDRA DIEDWARDO

If you’re looking for the party of the century, set your GPS for Boca Raton, where Champagne corks have been popping all year long to honor the people and events that have shaped the city’s evolution from a small farming town to a world-class resort destination.

“This centennial year has been an incredible opportunity to showcase the vibrancy and diversity of Boca Raton’s heritage,” says Mary Csar, executive director of the Boca Raton Historical Society (BRHS), which operates the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum.

Csar and Susan Gillis, BRHS’ curator and archivist, have organized a roster of educational events and programs that catalog the city’s remarkable evolution. “We invite everyone to join us in celebrating everything that makes our city so special,” says Gillis. “Understanding history builds community pride and a sense of place.”

PBI spent the afternoon at BRHS with Csar and Gillis to learn more. (bocahistory.org)

PBI: What events and people were most influential in the city’s evolution?

Csar: Undoubtedly, it began with the coming of the railroad in 1895, followed by the arrival of Addison Mizner in 1925, whose architecture and urban planning transformed Boca Raton into a world-class resort destination. Next was the creation of the Boca Raton Club in 1930 by Clarence Geist, followed by the 1960s with the arrival of Arvida, Florida Atlantic University, and IBM.

How did Addison Mizner’s vision for Boca Raton as his “Dream City” come about?

Do you have a favorite period in history?

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Csar: In April 1925, Mizner, a Palm Beach society architect known for his Spanish- and Mediterranean Revival–style mansions and buildings, revealed plans for his “Dream City of the western world” in Boca Raton, which included a gigantic oceanfront hotel, elegant mansions, golf and polo grounds, and palm-lined boulevards. Town fathers were so impressed by his vision that they engaged his services as city planner for the newly incorporated town.

Gillis: Yes! The 1920s when the Mizner Development Corporation was formed and began advertising Mizner’s “Dream City” in newspapers across the United States. Not only did his vision enthrall the locals of that time, but it still captures the imagination of residents today.

What surprises people the most about the city’s history?

Csar: That we were a small farming town from 1896 until the 1960s. It’s hard to imagine, I know, which is why we have a retrospective that highlights the city’s earliest days. We also created a special limited-edition coffee-table book, Dream City: A Pictorial History of Boca Raton, which is a must-have for history enthusiasts.

What are some highlights of the yearlong celebration?

Gillis: We have an exciting lineup of programs and events designed to honor the city’s legacy and engage the community. We’re especially excited about the new “1925!” exhibit, on display at the BRHS from July 1 to December 20, that takes us back in time to the era when hemlines began rising, electricity and indoor plumbing became commonplace, and the Florida land boom was in full swing, which put Boca Raton on the map.

Clockwise from above: Boca Raton sign, South Federal, 1950s; Town Hall, 1927; Mizner Development Corporation Boca Raton map, 1925; Susan Gillis and Mary Csar.

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BY SKYE SHERMAN

COMPOSITION COFFEE

Founded in 2019 by Joshua Korman as a pop-up espresso bar at now-closed Elizabeth Ave Station (the current brick-and-mortar storefront arrived in 2021), Composition Coffee is one of West Palm Beach’s favorite coffeehouses—the kind of neighborhood spot where you’re bound to run into an old friend or leave with a new one. But this is no average joe: the team takes their responsibility as “the final stewards of some of the world’s most special coffee” seriously, and that qualityobsessed ethos is obvious in every ethical, artisanal sip. (compositioncoffee.com)

RELUXE

EL CID BARBERSHOP & PERFUMERY

Fellas walk out of El Cid Barbershop & Perfumery looking like haircut models, in part thanks to owner Juan Abreu’s 20 years of experience. The boutique shop specializes in old-world barbering, classic men’s grooming, and niche, hard-to-find colognes. (elcidbarbershop.com)

ZIPITIOS

RUST & WAX

If you love music or collecting, owner-operated record shop

Rust & Wax is a treasure trove. Stop in for a listening party or to sift through (or sell) new, used, rare, and imported vinyl records, CDs, cassette tapes, record players, books, vintage T-shirts, and more. (rustandwax.com)

SNEAKERHEADS CONVENE AT RELUXE, A SHOP SPECIALIZING IN HARD-TO-FIND FOOTWEAR, SNEAKERS, AND STREETWEAR. AT THIS FLAGSHIP LOCATION—WHICH FEELS AS HALLOWED AS A GALLERY—FANATICS AND FASHIONISTOS CAN BUY, SELL, AND TRADE FOR THE LATEST AND GREATEST. (INSTAGRAM.COM/RELUXE)

From humble roots as a Tacos and Hip-Hop pop-up that garnered a cult following to a Grandview Public Market taco stand to a permanent home in Industry Alley, Zipitios is a community watering hole that continues to host regular events. Owners Niria and Ricky Perez serve a unique fusion of cuisines from El Salvador and Mexico; try a pupusa, birria taco, or weekend-only breakfast burrito. (instagram.com/zipitios)

RESOURCE DEPOT

Trash turns into treasure at Resource Depot, a creative reuse center where you can shop by the bin for your next craft project, donate reusable materials, or attend workshops and events. (resourcedepot.org)

Ocean breezes. Salty air. Sunkissed hair. And award-winning craft beers. Claim your front-row seat to the best show in town: the incomparable Atlantic. Bask in ocean breezes and sunshine as you sample award-winning craft beers and casual seaside fare. OPENS DAILY AT 11 A.M.

Enjoy an a la carte Brunch on the Rocks and live music every Sunday. Preview our menus at eaupalmbeach.com/dining. Call 855 807 8312 for reservations or visit OpenTable.

Reservations required after 4:30pm. Open to the public. Complimentary Valet Parking.

PROFILE

FROM LAW TO FILM

ANN FISHMAN’S PASSION FOR WORDS FUELS BOTH HER LEGAL AND FILMMAKING CAREERS

BY NILA DO SIMON

What makes an attorney want to become a filmmaker? How does the world of law translate into a career on the silver screen? If you ask Ann Fishman, it all makes sense.

A practicing attorney and filmmaker based in Palm Beach County, Fishman says the collision of those two worlds is a plot twist even she didn’t see coming. But she was drawn to screenwriting and film production due to a common denominator it had with the law: the power of words.

“Words, whether in law or film, carry meaning and messages,” says Fishman. “Whether it’s to correct an injustice in the legal system or have a positive message in any film that I’ve done, I care about the net effect of the words that are said.”

An avid cinema lover who had already begun writing scripts, Fishman felt the itch to self-produce a film after she returned from the 2012 Cannes Film Festival. “I just remember sitting on the plane and making the decision that I was going to produce and finance a film,”

“ WORDS, WHETHER IN LAW OR FILM, CARRY MEANING AND MESSAGES.”

says Fishman of the moment she decided to self-produce her script, Marriage Material, about an engagement party gone wrong.

She filmed Marriage Material and two other romantic comedies in Palm Beach County. She wrote 2018’s Swiped in response to the popularity of dating apps; it stars Noah Centineo (of To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before fame) alongside the stalwart George Hamilton and was filmed at Palm Beach State College’s Palm Beach Gardens campus and Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton. Her 2024 movie, Christmas Overtime, features glowing

backdrops of the West Palm Beach waterfront, Flagler Drive, Clematis Street, CityPlace, and the Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade.

Currently, Fishman has several film projects in the works, and she is still practicing as an attorney. As she sees it, both avenues give her opportunities to express herself. Because, as she puts it, “Words are the things that fuel what I do. And I want to use them wisely.” «

COURTESY OF ANN FISHMAN

Attorney and filmmaker Ann Fishman (left) filmed at notable Palm Beach County locations, including the downtown West Palm Beach waterfront, during the production of Christmas Overtime.

Right: Fishman with the cast of Christmas Overtime, starring Adam Brudnicki and Meghan Carrasquillo.

TIPS FROM THE PROS

WHAT EVERY COLLECTOR SHOULD KNOW BEFORE MAKING THEIR NEXT BIG PURCHASE

BY KATHERINE VAN DELL AND SEBASTIAN CLARKE

The thrill of the hunt can lead people to the farthest corners of the globe tracking down prized objects. Even closer to home, you will find eager collectors up before dawn or standing in line for hours in the hopes of discovering that one great treasure. In addition to physical tools of the trade, being prepared with the right knowledge can help you identify a great find and, more importantly, avoid a potentially costly mistake. Before venturing out, do your homework by consulting experts, reading up on the areas you are passionate about, or even watching Antiques Roadshow. In the world of collecting, knowledge is power, so arm yourself with these essential tips before your next big hunt.

1. Know your source. Regardless of whether you’re at the Paris Flea Market or a curated and vetted art show, your favorite dealer will be a reliable source for finding what you love to collect. A strong relation-

ship with a dealer or advisor can last a lifetime. Provided that they are honest, a reputable dealer will steer you in the right direction for years to come.

2. Buyer beware. You should always check the condition of a potential acquisition and ask questions about its provenance. There can be a vast difference in the value

of a piece that has been restored or repaired. An altered finish on a piece of Americana furniture or a replaced dial on a vintage watch can all but destroy its value and collectability.

3. Other costs to consider. If you are buying at auction, you will have to pay a buyer’s premium—an additional fee charged by an auction house on top of the winning bid. If the auction house charges a buyer 25 percent, your $1,000 purchase is $1,250 plus applicable taxes.

4. But is it practical? Don’t forget to consider the best use of the piece you are thinking about acquiring. Is the chair comfortable? Will the sideboard fit in my dining room? Do I really need another vintage watch? (The answer to that one is always, “Yes!”) Bring a tape measure with you when on the hunt. Or, even better, make it a part of a kit that you keep in your car, along with a flashlight, jeweler’s loupe, and black light/ UV light.

5. Trust your gut. While these tips can bring into focus what to look for and what to avoid, the most important thing is to trust your gut. If it looks like a duck and quacks like a duck, it is probably not a swan. «

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Even at spots like the Paris Flea Market (left), it is vital to know your source and do your homework.

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COMFORT ON EVERY PAGE

FROM HEIRLOOM INGREDIENTS TO BOLD NEW FLAVORS, THESE COOKBOOKS CELEBRATE THE EVOLVING SOUTHERN TABLE

BY MARY MURRAY

PROOF IS IN THE PUDDING

GIRL MEETS GRIDDLE

The warning of “too many cooks in the kitchen” does not apply to When Southern Women Cook: History, Lore, and 300 Recipes with Contributions from 70 Women Writers (America’s Test Kitchen, $40). Clocking in at more than 500 pages, this compendium of recipes and expert insight touches upon all things Southern food—from Edna Lewis’ unbeatable biscuit wisdom to the glory that is a Waffle House breakfast.

First published in 1966, Southern Living magazine has become the de facto authority on a Southern life well lived. At the end of each year, its editors release a compilation of recipes for easy reference. Southern Living 2024 Annual Recipes (Abrams Books, $40) boasts special recipes for every occasion as well as classics for everyday moments.

POWERED BY PLANTS

installment in Workman Publishing’s series of plant-based

Southern cuisine is not just for carnivores. The latest installment in Workman Publishing’s series of plant-based cookbooks, Make it Plant-Based! Southern ($25) puts a vegan spin on Southern dishes, including apps, casseroles, desserts, and more. The result is innovative interpretations of familiar favorites, like Southern saucy tomato tofu and grits, and blackberry tahini cobbler.

TOQUE TALK

At his Atlanta restaurant, Southern National, chef Duane Nutter fuses the Creole and Southern cuisine of his youth with global influences, crafting such unique plates as General Tso’s pork belly bites. In his new book, Cutting Up in the Kitchen: Food and Fun from Southern National’s Chef (Gibbs Smith, $35), Nutter makes his Southern fusion food approachable to the home cook, offering recipes for everything from cocktails and condiments to starters and sweets.

FISH OUT OF WATER

Does the coastal South boast the best food? While that may be a matter of personal preference, there’s plenty to love in Salt & Shore: Recipes from the Coastal South (Simon & Schuster, $40). Authors Sammy Monsour and Kassady Wiggins—a chef and mixologist, respectively—penned more than 120 recipes indebted to Southern hospitality and the bounty of the coast. This duo also has a strong commitment to sustainability, and they crafted the book with an eye toward sustainable seafood practices and zero-landfill cocktails.

preference, there’s plenty to love in

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Basket bag with rope strap ($2,600), Prada, prada.com

Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello Le 37 Mini bucket bag with raffia and leather ($2,400), Saint Laurent, ysl.com

Amphora Natural bag with crystals and natural rattan handle ($665), Le Ninè, leninestore.com

Watermill bag with natural straw and gold metal strap with leather ($645), Altuzarra, altuzarra.com

Jackie 1961 bag in wicker ($8,000), Gucci, gucci.com 4

CHANNEL STYLE ICON JANE BIRKIN WITH THESE NEW INTERPRETATIONS OF THE TIMELESS BASKET BAG X 8

BY KATHERINE LANDE

Lunchpail bag with metallic mélange handwoven in Africa ($760), Cesta Collective, cestacollective.com

The Island bucket bag with custom scallop, shell, and starfish strap ($325), Poolside, wearepoolside.com

Sunkissed bucket bag with natural rattan and metallic gold-tone leather trims ($1,150), Aquazzura, aquazzura.com

Mer Basket bag with Iraca rattan ($295), Asha by Ashley McCormick, ashabyadm.com

Sardine bag with wicker cage construction and metallic top handle ($9,400), Bottega Veneta, bottega veneta.com

STYLE

THE LOOK

FRUIT STAND

VALENTINO PRE-FALL 2025

Designer Alessandro Michele delivers a quirky ensemble with a cherry print dubbed “Cherryfic.”

LIVEN UP YOUR LOOK WITH A BOUNTIFUL SELECTION OF FARM-FRESH ACCENTS

BY KATHERINE LANDE

CHERRY ON TOP

PUCKER UP Lemon earrings with yellow opal, emeralds, 18-karat gold, and rhodium ($7,800),

Valentino Garavani Brent Neale, brentneale.com Antibes small tote ($2,000), Valentino, Palm Beach, valentino.com

HAUTE HARVEST

Citrus Punch sandals 105 ($1,150), Aquazzura, aquazzura.com

RED DELICIOUS

STYLE NOTES

FRUIT OF THE DAY:

Pick one statement print or accessory.

TUTTI-FRUTTI: Embrace whimsy in your wardrobe.

VERY BERRY: Opt for a juicy shade on your cheeks, lips, or nails.

THANKS A BUNCH Grape acrylic clutch ($598), Cult Gaia, cultgaia.com

SWEET DREAMS

Crystal strawberry clutch with chunky chain strap ($4,995), Judith Leiber, judithleiber.com

BIG APPLE

Adam lace-up leather sandals ($1,690), Bottega Veneta, Palm Beach,

COURTESY OF VALENTINO

OFF THE VINE Blueberry and currant necklace ($6,175), Roger Vivier, rogervivier.com

PALM BEACH ILLUSTRATED

Jonie bag with cherry print ($275), Coach, Palm Beach Gardens, Boca Raton, coach.com

How did you get into design?

I was a creative child—always painting, doing collage, and into photography. I studied advertising for both the analytical and creative elements but went straight into fashion once I moved to Los Angeles after college. I always advise students to work for small companies because so many different facets of a job can be learned, and doing this allows one to find their passion early. I knew I wanted to design but gained experience in sales, marketing, public relations, production, and more.

What was the first accessory you created?

I remember making a ribbon necklace with bleached wooden beads for Banana Republic. Thousands were produced. I also made many designs for Club Monaco, Neiman Marcus, Anthropologie, and others. My most viral design was a bubble necklace for J.Crew. I launched their jewelry line in 2006, when it was all about layering necklaces and wearing the statement piece.

From where do you draw inspiration?

I love vintage and take so much inspiration from paintings, embroidery, and of course, keepsake baubles. Palm Beach is a city that inspires; the colors, collectibles, and fabulous interiors give me such joy.

What are some favorite vintage stores?

Without a doubt, I love D. Brett Benson, Inc., in West Palm Beach. Its trays of geode cuffs and Coppola necklaces are a dream. I also love Dolly Python

REAL TALK WITH...

Lele Sadoughi

The accomplished accessories designer talks creativity, aspirational collaborations, and the birth of her much-lauded

headbands

in Dallas and the Chelsea antique mall in New York.

Do you have a dream collab?

Iris Apfel would have been a true delight. More is more, and she understood accessories make an outfit. As for a dream collaboration already realized, it was Lele Sadoughi X SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker. She was such a pleasure and a wonderful creative. We made clips for her shoe collection, complete with many matching accessories.

What is your favorite style hack?

Re-wearing clothes and using different layering necklaces, scarves, belts, dangle earrings, handbags, and sunglasses to transform a look. I recommend changing your sunglasses and handbag every day. I carry around a cardholder as my wallet so I can easily swap my handbag—usually to match my headband of the day.

BY KATHERINE LANDE

How did the idea of your signature headband come about?

tried and succeeded. Now, Lele

I first started Lele Sadoughi as a jewelry brand, later adding sunglasses and handbags. At the early stages of my business, I had two children to care for and simply didn’t have time to get polished before meetings. So, I grabbed my daughter’s headbands. They are the best accessory to make you feel put together. In the market, I was unable to find an elevated headband that was not overtly costumey and dramatic but rather well-made and unique. So, when I was making my first minaudière, I asked the handbag factory to make a headband to match. They tried and succeeded. Now, Lele Sadoughi has the widest assortment of headbands in the market.

NICK MELE brand will feature The Cretan Collection

THE EDIT

Emerald City

OUT OF THIS WORLD

Blue Pheasant Eloise dinner plates ($152 for set of four), Anthropologie, anthropologie.com

This handmade stoneware collection—covered in a reactive emerald glaze speckled in white—will have your meals reaching galactic levels (a bonus for those, like me, who don’t excel at cooking). —Gaylene Salomons, contributing editor

MALACHITE MOMENT

Portal malachite necklace ($1,060), La DoubleJ, ladoublej.com

Considering malachite’s status as the stone of transformation, I love the idea of wearing a chunk of it close to my heart. La DoubleJ’s Portal malachite necklace hangs from a gold-dipped brass chain for the ultimate boho-chic statement.

—Daphne Nikolopoulos, editor in chief

CHANNEL MAY’S BIRTHSTONE WITH EMERALD-HUED HOME AND FASHION ACCESSORIES

CASE CLOSED AirPods case in emerald ($250), Bottega Veneta,

bottegaveneta.com

Store your listening devices in style with this silicone holder. Designed for third-generation AirPods, the case is meant to emulate Bottega Veneta’s iconic woven

leather goods and features a detachable strap. —Jane E. Enos, contributing editor

GLAMOUR IS WHAT I SELL

Marlene jeweled birthstone headband in emerald ($195), Lele Sadoughi, lelesadoughi.com

As a lover of all things Old Hollywood, I can’t wait to add this headband— inspired by the iconic Marlene Dietrich—to my collection. The top knot recalls Dietrich’s signature turbans, while the rich color and sophisticated sparkle are sure to bring just the right amount of glitz to a casual look.

—Mary Murray, executive editor

Scalamandré Maison decorative tray in green

($285), Port 68, perigold.com

Square away your summer soirees with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres served on Port 68’s whimsical Lucite tray. Scalamandré’s zebra motif, first created by the maison in the 1970s as a wallcovering, provides an unforgettable backdrop for fabulous fetes.

—Allison Wolfe Reckson, managing editor

GREEN LIGHT

Emerald-cut emerald and pavé ring ($3,720), Isa Grutman, isagrutman.com

It should come as no surprise that this redhead’s signature color is green. That’s why I’m head over heels in love with this ring, featuring an offset Colombian emerald atop a band encrusted in diamonds. It’s my favorite way to wear a little bit of green every day. —Kristen Desmond LeFevre, contributing editor

BIJOUX

Snug as a Bug

BY MARY MURRAY

NATURE’S TINIEST CREATURES GET A DAZZLING UPGRADE

1. WINGING IT Cicada dragonfly earrings with diamonds and yellow diamonds set in platinum, price upon request. Greenleaf & Crosby, Palm Beach (greenleafcrosby.com)

2. SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Picchiotti butterfly brooch with diamonds and rubies set in 18-karat white gold, price upon request. Greenleaf & Crosby, Palm Beach (greenleaf crosby.com)

3. ALL A FLUTTER Graff butterfly necklace with diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, price upon request. Graff, Palm Beach (graff.com)

4. SEEING DOUBLE Tanya Farah Butterflies Bypass cuff with diamonds and emeralds set in 18-karat gold, $42,000. Marissa Collections, Palm Beach (marissacollections.com)

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5. CUTE CRITTER Ana Katarina Four Elements ladybug ring with diamonds, enamel, and mother-of-pearl set in 18-karat gold, $4,285. (anakatarina.com)

6. GOTTA FLY Provident Jewelry custom dragonfly brooch with colored gemstones including apatite, lolite, tanzanite, tsavorite, and sapphires set in 18-karat gold, price upon request. Provident Jewelry locations (providentjewelry.com)

7. LADY IN RED Yvonne Léon ladybug ring with gray diamonds, black diamonds, and red agate set in 9-karat gold, $2,580. (yvonneleon.com)

8. SPIDEY SENSES Lugano interchangeable spider ring and brooch with diamonds set in 18-karat white gold and black ceramic, price upon request. Lugano, Palm Beach (luganodiamonds.com)

9. CROSS-POLLINATE Gucci High Jewelry earrings with emeralds, spinels, and diamonds set in white gold, price upon request. By special order at select Gucci boutiques (gucci.com)

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OUT TO SEA

Put the sea’s bounty to good use in these mineral-rich formulas that highlight the ocean’s boundless power: Wonder Valley Seaweed Body Scrub, a concoction of Alaria seaweed, mineral clays, and sea salt that feels like an oceanic plunge in a tube ($48, welcometowondervalley.com); Mara Chia + Moringa Algae Enzyme Cleansing Oil, with spirulina and kelp to slow cellular aging and boost skin metabolism ($58, Sephora locations); Repêchage Vita Cura CelluSea Smooth Multi-Action Body Exfoliator, with seaweed extracts and aloe ($54) and Rapidex Marine Exfoliator with Phyto-Marine Actives, a renewing two-week peel packed with seaweed and phyto-marine extracts ($68 for 14 ampules, repechage.com); and Ursa Major Green Slate Mineral Polish, with balancing glacial oceanic clay and smoothing volcanic ash ($48, ursamajorvt.com). —Abigail Duffy

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JOURNEYS

YOUR PASSPORT TO THE MOST FASCINATING CORNERS OF THE GLOBE

WHERE THE OUTBACK MEETS THE OCEAN

DISCOVER COASTAL MAGIC ON WESTERN AUSTRALIA’S NINGALOO REEF

BY ALEXANDRA OWENS

Surrounded by some of the most stunning and biodiverse oceans on the planet, Australia boasts paradisiacal marine habitats from coast to coast. Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef may be the most famous, but if you’re looking for pristine, kaleidoscopic coral gardens and animal encounters without the crowds, consider heading to Western Australia, home to the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Ningaloo Reef.

Known for the “Big Three” (a play on safari’s

“Big Five”), Ningaloo Reef hosts one of the largest known aggregations of whale sharks (March to August), massive amounts of balletic manta rays, and an aquatic highway for some 40,000 migrating humpback whales (June to October). During Austral winter, it’s not unusual to glimpse more than a few of the gentle giants breaching from the plane before you even land.

Located in the most far-flung region of a vast country, Ningaloo spans nearly 200 miles along

the northwest corner of the continent. While it’s a journey to get there, once you arrive the reef’s 300 types of coral lie within easy reach; as the world’s biggest fringing reef, most of Ningaloo’s coral thrives near the shore in shallow, piercingly blue waters. All you have to do is grab your mask and fins and dive in—no boat required. Strong swimmers should opt for Turquoise Bay, where the draft current will carry you past more than 500 species of fish, while Osprey Bay is a top site for endangered green sea turtles. Finding a humpback or whale shark, however, takes a little more effort. To increase your odds, book with Exmouth Dive and Whale Sharks Ningaloo (exmouthdiving.com.au). The company uses light aircraft to spot megafauna from above, enabling its boats to go directly to sightings before any other operator. An in-water interaction is guaranteed for whale shark swims from March to early August, when the spawning coral attracts swarms of plankton.

While this region of Western Australia is best known for its marine treasures, Cape Range National Park on the North West Cape offers its share of thrilling land-based adventures as well. When exploring this dramatic stretch of rugged limestone ranges and 400-million-yearold gorges, you won’t have to look hard to spy ancient marine fossils in the cliffs’ multicolored layers.

Join Trek Ningaloo (trek ningaloo.com.au) on a journey back 25 million years in time as you hike into Mandu Mandu Gorge or around the rocky gullies of Charles Knife Canyon, taking in spectacular panoramic views of the range and

electric sunsets. Wildlife lovers should keep an eye out for iconic Australian wildlife like kangaroo, emu, and echidna or stop by the Mangrove Bay bird hide, where resident and migratory species such as osprey and brahminy kite flock to feed on small fish in the shallows. For a more leisurely afternoon, enjoy a paddle or boat cruise up Yardie Creek and search for nimble black-flanked rock wallabies along the cliffs.

Many intrepid travelers choose to fully immerse in the outdoors, camping at one of the Ningaloo Coast’s managed sites, which must be arranged in advance. But for one of Australia’s most stylish glamping experiences, check into Sal Salis (salsalis. com.au), an eco-luxury lodge tucked along the undulating sand dunes of Cape Range National Park.

Each tent—equipped with an eco-friendly toilet, hot shower, and handcrafted bed—lies roughly 150 feet from the lapping waves of the Indian Ocean. Dedicated activity guides are on hand to show you around the surrounding wilderness during inclusive snorkeling, kayaking, and hiking expeditions. In the evening, tuck into a family-style, three-course meal prepared using fresh, local produce and gaze up at unobstructed views of the Milky Way. Out here, you can see forever.

Clockwise from left: snorkeling along Ningaloo Reef; Sal Salis in Cape Range National Park; green sea turtles abound in Osprey Bay; Turquoise Bay; Charles Knife Canyon; one of Sal Salis’ eco-luxury tents.

ON THE ROAD

Reaching Ningaloo can be as simple as a two-hour direct flight from Perth to Exmouth. But if you have the time—and the thirst for adventure— why not make it a road trip? The Coral Coast Highway takes roughly 13 hours to drive nonstop, but you may want to spend as much as a week savoring the route’s white-sand beaches, ancient gorges, and charming towns. Here are five destinations you shouldn’t miss along the way.

NAMBUNG NATIONAL PARK

Thought to have been created millions of years ago from eroded seashells, this ancient landscape is home to thousands of towering limestone pillars known as the Pinnacles. Visit at night with Lumineer Adventure Tours for a sunset barbecue dinner in the desert and stargazing tour, led by an Aboriginal guide and featuring a computerized telescope and astro binoculars. (lumineertours.com.au)

SHARK BAY

Australia’s largest bay, Shark Bay has a rich Indigenous history, having sustained the Nhanda and Malgana people for more than 40,000 years. Learn more about the traditions, stories, and nature of the region with Wula Gura Nyinda Eco Adventures, via bushwalking, kayaking, 4x4, and snorkeling tours. (wulagura.com.au)

TOURISMWESTERNAUSTRALIA

PERTH

Don’t skip over the capital of Western Australia before hitting the road. A guided Swan River cruise on Little Ferry Co.’s Edwardian-style electric boats provides a picturesque tour of the city as well as a convenient way to get around. Hop on and off as you please between hot spots like Optus Stadium and entertainment hub The Point. (littleferryco.com.au)

KALBARRI NATIONAL PARK

CONTAINING MORE THAN 450,000 ACRES OF DRAMATIC ROCK FORMATIONS MADE FROM 400-MILLION-YEAR-OLD SANDSTONE, KALBARRI NATIONAL PARK MAKES FOR ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S MOST EXTRAORDINARY BUSHWALKING SITES, PARTICULARLY BETWEEN JULY AND OCTOBER WHEN UPWARDS OF 1,100 VARIETIES OF WILDFLOWERS BLOOM. HEAD TO KALBARRI SKYWALK FOR A PANORAMIC VIEW OVER IT ALL. (KALBARRI.ORG.AU/EXPLORE/NATIONAL-PARK)

Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve

Embark on a short but scenic helicopter ride with Coral Coast Helicopter Services to arrive at Hamelin Pool. After landing on the beach, you’ll snorkel with stromatolites, considered to be living fossils and the world’s oldest life-forms that date back billions of years. These rare reefs are found in only a few salty lagoons or bays on Earth. (coralcoasthelicopters.com.au)

HIGH ROAD

KING OF THE HILL

BY HOWARD WALKER

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ig news. No, really big news. The all-electric GMC Hummer SUV may look as gargantuan and ungainly as a Waste Management dump truck, but surprise, it might just be the most fun and feisty SUV this side of a Lamborghini Urus.

A lot of that comes down to raw power. This thing is a Hoover Dam on wheels, a road-going Saturn V rocket. Three humongous electric motors—one up front, two in the back—deliver a combined 830 horsepower and an astonishing 11,500 pound-feet of stump-pulling torque.

Engage the insane Watts to Freedom launch control—yes, as in WTF—and the Hummer’s supercomputers prime the systems for max power. Now squeeze the brake pedal while stomping on the gas and prepare to yell, “Jeez Louise!” Big Daddy Don Garlits in his Swamp Rat dragster probably never felt this much thrust. Click a stopwatch and 60 mph comes up in 3.5 seconds. It’s the kind of instant acceleration that will steal your breath and leave you struggling to not throw your

hands in the air as if you were riding SheiKra at Busch Gardens.

Yes, a rival Rivian R2 electric sport-ute is good for standstill-to-60 sprints in around 3 seconds and the aforementioned Lambo Urus Performante will rocket to 60 in 3.1. But what makes the Hummer’s acceleration so insane is that this towering rocket ship tips the scales at a truly elephantine 8,673 pounds.

That weighty weight is only matched by the truck’s oversize footprint. Bluff nose to upright tail, it measures 197 inches long, 87 inches wide, and up to 83.6 inches tall. No wonder climbing aboard feels like scaling the side of El Capitan. Now, one might think that with these XXL dimensions, the Hummer would feel like a bull in a china shop maneuvering into any parking space that wasn’t the size of a football pitch. Not so. The party trick here is its rear-wheel steering that, at low speeds, turns the rear wheels in the opposite direction as the front ones. It gives the Hummer a pinch-tight turning radius of just 35.4 feet.

POWER FILE

PRICE: $104,650 FOR HUMMER EV 3X ENGINE: TRIPLE 287-HP

ELECTRIC MOTORS COMBINED POWER: 830 HP TORQUE: 11,500 LB-FT TRANSMISSION: SINGLE-SPEED AUTOMATIC

0-60: 3.5 SECONDS TOP SPEED: 112 MPH (LIMITED) LENGTH/ WIDTH: 197/87 INCHES WEIGHT:

8,673 POUNDS WHY WE LOVE IT: BECAUSE WHILE IT’S BIG, BRASH, AND WAY OVERWEIGHT, IT’S AN ABSOLUTE GRIN-INDUCING BLAST TO DRIVE.

GMC’s Hummer EV SUV is the follow-up to the Hummer EV pickup launched in 2021. It’s visually more interesting, with a high waist, low roofline, and a light bar on the front grille that spells out “Hummer” in white LEDs. When it’s charging, the lights turn neon blue to indicate its power progress.

And speaking of charge, the EPA estimates a range of 315 miles, though the best I could get was 304 miles. Owners of this Hummer EV, however, will need to have a Level 2 home charger; juicing the massive 170-kWh battery pack using a standard 120-volt plug would take a day, as opposed to eight hours with a Level 2. Finding a DC fast charger is the best solution, as it will add 100 miles in just 10 minutes.

Climb aboard—there are side steps and meaty grab handles to help—and the Hummer’s cabin is a lovely place to be, especially if you unclip the four lightweight rooftop sky panels, which store easily in the front trunk. The roomy cabin holds five in comfort, with acres of

rear legroom and elbow room. Fold down the back seats and there’s a whopping 82 cubic feet of cargo space.

Out on the streets, the Hummer impresses with its magic carpet–like air suspension ride, low-roll cornering, and surprisingly precise steering. The only downside is a bit too much wind and tire noise.

GM currently offers a pair of 2025 Hummer EV SUVs, kicking off with the twin-motor 2x at $96,550 and topping out with the triple-motor 3x at $104,650. Of course, no one needs an electric Hummer SUV. But oh, the fun you’ll have driving one. Plus, it makes way more sense than the Tesla Cybertruck. «

Rosé Day

Palm Beach

Held at The Colony Hotel, the event raised nearly $400,000 to support at-risk high school girls. Supporters gathered at The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach to socialize, hear the inspiring story from Women of Tomorrow alumnae Dr. D’ Lauren Mondesir and enjoy a stunning fashion show by Badgley Mischka and Fivestory, all while raising much-needed funds to support our mentoring initiatives for at-risk students. Women of Tomorrow mentors 4,000 students in 170 public high schools across Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach Counties and Metro Detroit. Women of Tomorrow students have a 98% high school graduation rate and nearly $9 million dollars in college scholarships have been awarded.

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HIGH SEAS

PEACE AND QUIET

POLISH BUILDER SIALIA’S ALL-ELECTRIC 57 FAST CRUISER CAN GO THE DISTANCE IN SILENCE

BY HOWARD WALKER

In the words of John, Paul, George, and Ringo: “You say you want a revolution.” This Beatles hit was released in 1968, but had it come out today, the Fab Four could have been singing about this sleek new Sialia 57 weekender from Poland.

How come? Its highly sophisticated hybrid-electric power train is quite the revolution. It might even convince a few of us Florida boaters to ditch fossil fuels in favor of zero-emission, plug-and-play power.

Until now, electric boats have tended to be either small, surreyfringed, Duffy-style cocktail cruisers or bulky power catamarans with a roof full of solar panels. The Sialia shakes things up. This carbon-hulled marvel uses a bank of heavy-duty lithium batteries to juice a pair of beefy 400-kW electric motors that deliver a combined 1,000 horsepower. Flat out, this 57-footer can hit a top speed of 27 knots and cruise in stealthy silence at 16.

Throttle back to 8 knots and the 256kWh battery bank can provide a range of around 40 miles, or 100 miles at 6 knots. To counter any anxiety surrounding nautical range, the Sialia comes with a silent-

running, variable-speed onboard diesel generator that can extend the range to 360 miles at 16 knots. That’s an easy run to the Bahamas and back, or down to the Keys for a day of fishing. Stop for lunch and the range extender can recharge the batteries in 30 minutes.

This electric 57 is the bold vision of Sialia Yachts co-founders Stanislav Szadkowski and Tomasz Gackoski. Szadkowski is one of the world’s leading pioneers of heavy-duty traction battery technology; most of the electric buses on the road today are powered by his batteries. Gackoski’s background is in aerospace engineering with a specialty in high-tech composites. Their first effort is this new Sialia 57, aptly named Deep Silence.

Put aside for a sec all the advanced electric technology—the boat itself is one of the coolest looking cruisers around. Dutch designer Denis Popov came up with the head-spinning lines of the new 57, with its swept-back hardtop, wavecleaving bow, and big hull windows. The design of the slender, all-carbon-fiber hull is from the drawing board of Holland’s famed Vripack studio.

POWER FILE

PRICE: FROM $4 MILLION LENGTH: 57 FEET, 7 INCHES BEAM: 15 FEET, 7 INCHES DRAFT: 3 FEET, 3 INCHES POWER: 2 X 400-KW ELECTRIC MOTORS

BATTERY: FROM 256 KWH TO 1,000 KWH TOP SPEED: 27 KNOTS WHY WE LOVE IT: BECAUSE IT’S THE WORLD’S FIRST SERIOUS ELECTRICPOWERED FAST CRUISER.

Step aboard via the wide swim platform and into the vast cockpit, where the 57 has a great feeling of space. In the center is a huge sun pad that, at the touch of a button, levitates to reveal massive storage for all the water toys you’d ever need. Forward of the sun pad is a cool U-shaped seating area that can be covered by a powered sunshade extending from the hardtop. In a clever piece of flexible design, the backrest can flip forward to create rear-facing seating.

The full galley has a cooktop, fridge, ice maker, and sink as well as a comfy chaise for stretching out with a beach read. Forward, behind the

windshield, is another U-shaped sofa for more relaxing, with the well-equipped helm station opposite. And this whole area can be opened courtesy of a powered canvas sunroof.

Steps lead down into the air-conditioned cabin below decks, with a second galley, L-shaped sofa, and table for dining. There’s a forward double berth with a privacy curtain that would be perfect for kids. The owner, however, gets a roomy full-beam cabin with a head and shower.

The only downside of all this is price. Sialia is replacing this 57 this year with a slightly stretched 59 that boasts bigger batteries and a tender garage. It will cost around $4 million. There’s also a new Sialia 45 being readied for the fall boat show season that’ll be priced at around $2 million.

Looking for a deal? Deep Silence itself is currently on the market through Sialia’s U.S. distributor, Fort Lauderdale–based Yacht Sales International. With an uprated 500-kWh battery and all new soft furnishings, she’s keenly priced at around $2.8 million.

As for all that stealthy silence and whisper-quiet cruising? Priceless. «

Meg Braff at her Mediterranean Revival home in West Palm Beach

trAd & truE

DESIGNER AND HOSTESS MEG BRAFF IMBUES PLAYFUL GLAMOUR AND CHEERFUL TRADITIONAL DETAILS TO SHOWCASE HER STYLE AND MAKE SIGNATURE GATHERINGS MEMORABLE AND FUN

BY MAGHAN MCDOWELL PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK MELE

rowing up in Tupelo, Mississippi, Meg Braff assisted her mother and grandmother in hosting dinner parties, often serving as the “dinner roll girl” in her nightgown while quietly taking notes on table settings. Now, at home in West Palm Beach and Locust Valley, New York, the interior designer regularly hosts her own dinners—on a larger scale—and she’s wearing bright, ’60s-inspired kaftans.

As an interior designer, Braff’s exuberant

approach to color injects playful glamour into traditional silhouettes, attracting clients from Palm Beach and Antigua to Nantucket and Maine. Her style, both in interiors and sartorially, is reminiscent of Palm Beach’s mid-century golden age, albeit with a more relaxed, contemporary edge. This aesthetic spills over into her events, which serve as a fresh opportunity to showcase her style while introducing old friends to new-in-town visitors. Notably, she doesn’t rent anything at home—

Braff’s springtime celebration showcased a long, narrow dining table draped with a cloth created from Clarence House’s “Benedicte” fabric.

What would meg do?

SECRETS OF A SUPERHOSTESS

DO:

• Mix casual flatware, like bamboo, to take the edge off fancier inherited plates. “Use those things you’ve had sitting in your pantry for 15 years,” Braff says.

• Anything that you can in advance (ironing napkins, washing crystal, checking speakers and outdoor light bulbs) to reduce stress.

• Place settings that group the “new” person with someone most likely to be talkative and outgoing.

• Adjust the lighting by dimming the lights as the evening progresses, even if the main event is outside.

• Have fun!

DON’T:

• Feel like you have to use the same plate for each place setting. You can alternate two sets to double capacity— assuming they complement each other.

• Overdo it with mixed patterns. If the china service is complex, balance with a simple tablecloth and flower arrangements. “Not everything has to be zero to 90,” Braff says.

• Use too-short hurricane glasses around candles. They’ll blow out.

• Waste flowers and legwork; consider hosting back-to-back parties over two nights to get the most out of your efforts.

• Run out of food or wine. —M.M.

no chairs, tables, or flatware, having collected sufficient pieces to comfortably accommodate up to 24 people in Palm Beach (and 40 up north). And yet, no two parties look alike. “Every party is a little bit different,” she says. “I often do a new tablecloth.” She does have a leg up on keeping things interesting. Braff pulls from her own line of textiles to spin up napkins and tablecloths, including custom colors or patterns to suit the theme. (The patterns are her own adaptations from archives she purchased from those including Philip Graf, a New York wallpaper designer whose archive she acquired after the brand had been dormant for decades.) Occasionally, the china she inherited from her dinner-roll days will appear

alongside them. “I do have a very large collection of napkins, chargers, and plates,” she says with a laugh.

Consider, for example, a surprise birthday party for her mother-in-law, inspired by the matriarch’s love of chinoiserie: hosted on the terrace of Newport’s Gilded Age mansion Marble House, it overlooked a Chinese teahouse that sits along the seaside cliffs. Custom-printed tablecloths of Braff’s “Forbidden

City” fabric and exotic orchids covered the tables, all punctuated with a cake in the shape of a traditional pagoda.

For her husband Doug’s Cuban-themed birthday—an intimate affair hosted on her terrace during the pandemic—the black-andwhite Havana-inspired “Southwind” print tablecloths extended to custom aprons and masks for the waiters. A summer rainstorm added unexpected flair. “We had cocktails

indoors, watching the impressive storm,” she says. “It was a little dramatic and really fun.” Luckily, it cleared up enough for dinner to go ahead seamlessly.

For inspiration, she’ll often start with the menu and the size of the guest list, carrying that theme through with the table setting and a signature cocktail. (For a larger group, she favors a paella buffet. “That sets a very different tone than a soufflé,” she adds.) A trip to Florida Avenue’s wholesale flower market might tip the scales toward one color or another, depending on the available blooms.

During a recent Wednesday afternoon at her home—a Mediterranean Revival overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway—Braff and her team were preparing for a springtime celebration dinner with a tablecloth made of a bolt of discontinued “Benedicte” Clarence House fabric that she had been saving. Chargers and glasses highlighted the botanical print’s chartreuse, while plates and flatware added bamboo accents. The Leontine Linens napkins, embroidered with lemon trees, referenced the tablecloth’s yellow and blue spheres. The long, narrow table—optimized for cross-table

conversation—barely had room for the fresh bouquets of yellow tulips and lavender sweet peas. But Braff made it work, serving a menu that included cheese soufflé, filet with green peppercorn sauce, and flourless chocolate cake. The green accents on her table were heavily reflected in her home, which she bought in 2020. She has been gradually remaking it in her vision, moving doorways and adding a range of saturated jade greens, peachy pinks, and robin’s-egg blues, accented with vintage brass fixtures and smoked-glass mirrors. Many of her own fabrics and wall coverings appear

A green color palette has become one of Braff’s design signatures, featuring prominently in her home decor and appearing in myriad entertaining details.

Opposite page, clocwise from top left: Bouquets of yellow tulips and lavender sweet peas complement elements of the tablescape such as the lemon-tree adorned

Leontine Linens napkins; menu highlights included filet with a green peppercorn sauce and quail eggs with caviar.

alongside the types of antiques and artwork that are available at her Georgia Avenue store, which opened in 2022. (Her Locust Valley store opened in 2011.) Earlier this spring, she curated a collection of vintage pieces for a pop-up space in Bergdorf Goodman in partnership with online furniture marketplace Chairish. Some of her favorites of the one-of-one selections include large white plaster palm tree sconces (brass versions hold court in her own living room), a collection of nautilus shells, and brass accessories.

The house has yet to have its formal “grand reveal,” but aspiring visitors might recognize a certain

pink and yellow bedroom, whose walls are covered in Braff’s “Rainforest” wallpaper. It was originally installed for Braff’s takeover of the room during the 2019 Kips Bay Decorator Show House, and the previous homeowner elected to keep it up.

In the living room is an unexpected mixture of greens and yellows. Chartreuse silk curtains, trimmed in playful pom-poms, play off jade-green sofas trimmed in fringe. Deeper iterations of those tones are carried through to an adjacent bar, where emerald Zellige tiles reflect in a bronze-gold ceiling. A lime version of her “Forbidden City” print covers the powder room walls. Even the exterior windows and doors are trimmed in a vibrant pea green. “I look at green almost as a neutral now—it’s almost like my beige,”

“i love things that have a ’60s and ’70s influence—those clothes fit very well, and it feels vacation-like.”

she says. It also works with everything that’s in the garden, she adds.

Palm Beach, and its emphasis on the outdoors, has provided considerable inspiration. She has spent time in South Florida since she met her husband 35 years ago and has since been influenced by the friends and parties she’s enjoyed over the years. “Even just with your wardrobe, you can be more playful than in New York City with the colors and shapes. I love things that have a ’60s and ’70s influence—those clothes fit very well, and it feels

vacation-like,” she says. “The aesthetic of how I like to dress down here has a big influence on my work.” (A recent collaboration with towel company Weezie, for example, adapted her patterns into towels, totes, and bathrobes printed with palm trees, butterflies, and cockle shells in blues, greens, and pinks.)

That influence has recently expanded to fashion partnerships. This spring, she unveiled a limited-edition collection of silk and cotton dresses in partnership with independent designer Sue Sartor. Belted cotton dresses refer-

ence the wicker and trellis patterns found in a few of her patterns, while a pink silk kaftan features a gold dragon embroidered on the back, inspired by her “Forbidden City” print. She wears this one to her springtime dinner party—a nod to the tablecloth’s pink accents.

The dresses, she says, are fun, easy, and cheerful, echoing her best advice for a successful dinner party: remember to have fun. And don’t worry if you don’t cook. “I’m very good at finding food and making it look good on the plate,” she says with a wink. «

Braff, pictured here with her husband, Doug, often dresses in colorful, retrochic kaftans when she entertains.

Hair and makeup: Deborah Koepper, Deborah Koepper Beauty, Palm Beach

Pink kaftan: Sue Sartor X Meg Braff

SUNDAY

Lobsta Disco Brunch, Pink Steak, West Palm Beach

Whether you prefer to start your week with a sleep-in, a church service, or a walk on the beach, Pink Steak is at the ready to fill you up with great food and good vibes after your morning routine. Available every Sunday from noon to 3 p.m., the Lobsta Disco Brunch features a live DJ, cocktails, Champagne, and a trio of Maine lobster entrées all priced at $39. (pinksteak.com)

Bingo, Swifty’s, Palm Beach

Game night under the stars?

Count us in! Make a reservation and secure a table for Bingo, held every Sunday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Swifty’s, The Colony Hotel’s signature poolside restaurant. While you await that lucky draw, snack on a special game night menu, which includes charcuterie, tuna tartare nachos, and a themed flatbread. (thecolonypalmbeach.com)

A Proper Tea, Proper Grit, West Palm Beach

BLACKBIRD MODERN ASIAN

Jupiter

Tuesday to Sunday 4 to 6 p.m., Monday 4 to 10 p.m.

Half off cocktails, wine, and beer. Selection of discounted small and large plates. (blackbirdmodernasian.com)

From the decadence of disco to the refinement of a traditional tea service, continue your day with a Proper Tea at Proper Grit inside The Ben hotel. Offered daily between 3 and 5 p.m., this tea service includes unlimited pots of tea and multiple tiers of gourmet finger sandwiches, scones, and pastries. Guests can also sip on Champagne or a specialty cocktail while soaking in views of the Intracoastal. (propergrit.com)

Dessert and a Nightcap, Waterway Café, Palm Beach Gardens

Shoo off those Sunday scaries with the ultimate Floridian experience: dessert and a nightcap on the water. Head to Waterway Café—which debuted a full-scale renovation in January—to savor such sweets as key lime pie or Orange Florida Sunshine Cake. Belly up to the floating bar (the only one in the state!) for a tropical-tinged cocktail to end the night. (waterwaycafe.com)

Juice Happy Hour, Amici Market, Palm Beach

As if starting the day the healthy way wasn’t its own reward, the good people at Amici Market offer a half-price deal on all juices between 8 and 9 a.m., Monday through Saturday. The early bird gets the Poinciana (carrot, pineapple, lemon, ginger) or one of a dozen other, equally delicious options.

Early Lunch and a Milkshake, Green’s Pharmacy, Palm Beach

Okay, so you’ve finished your morning meetings on the island and are ravenous. You’re craving pancakes but your colleague wants a club sandwich. While this may be a predicament for some, you know you can have the best of both at Green’s, a circa-1938 pharmacy and luncheonette that has become a Palm Beach institution. The one thing you can agree on? Milkshakes for dessert. (greenspb.com)

LE COLONIAL

Delray Beach

Saigon Social happy hour, Monday to Friday 4 to 6 p.m.

Curated menu of discounted drinks and dishes (including house martinis for $11) in the restaurant’s lounge area. (lecolonial.com/delray-beach)

Many restaurants are closed on Mondays, so we recommend getting your veg on another day at:

Meatloaf and Martini

Mondays, Mr. B’s, West Palm Beach

Queen of Sheeba, West Palm Beach Open for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Saturday, Queen of Sheeba presents authentic Ethiopian food (including many vegetarian options) from James Beard Award–nominated chef Lojo Washington. (queenofsheebawpb.com)

It’s 5 o’clock always at Mr. B’s, Central County’s coolest new hot spot. Swing by on Mondays, when Mr. B’s Meatloaf (with mashed potatoes, cremini gravy, and Parmesan string beans) is on special and martinis with either Tito’s Vodka or Hendrick’s Gin are $12 a pop. And don’t request the check without ordering a slice of coconut cake—a perennial favorite from Mr. B’s sister restaurant, Kitchen in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach Gardens. (mrbspb.com)

Meatless Monday, Christopher’s Kitchen, Palm Beach Gardens

If you prefer your Monday dinner sans meat, then visit Christopher’s Kitchen, a temple to all things plant-based. Highlights include vegan “sushi” rolls, stacked nachos with cashew cheese, and pizzas made on glutenfree crust.

(christophers kitchenfl.com)

Darbster, West Palm Beach

Culinary staples get a veganfriendly makeover at Darbster, which serves dinner Tuesday through Sunday and brunch on the weekend. (darbster.com)

HAPPY HOUR PICKS

cremini

COURTESY

Smoothie and Breakfast, Garden Butcher, Boca Raton

For a breakfast that tastes as good as it looks—and is also good for you—make a beeline to Garden Butcher, which doesn’t utilize any refined sugar or seed oils in its food. Pair your breakfast burrito or protein waffle with one of the smoothies, which have garnered attention on social media for their Erewhon-like aesthetics and ingredients. Craving Hailey Beiber’s viral Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie but don’t want to fly to L.A.? Scratch the same itch with the Garden Butcher’s Strawberry Glow. (gardenbutcher.com)

Taco Tuesday, PapiChulo, Jupiter and Royal Palm Beach

Is it even Tuesday if you don’t eat tacos? We’ll leave that question to the philosophers while we eat our weight in tacos at PapiChulo. Swing by one of two locations from 11 a.m. until close to sample a selection of tacos priced at $3.75 each, plus other bites for $6.50 and half off all drinks. (papichulotacos.com)

Oyster Night, Fern, West Palm Beach

Tuesday to Friday 5 to 6 p.m.

Half-priced sushi rolls, cocktails, wine, and beer at the bar lounge. (lamarinawestpalm.com)

When it comes to oysters, it’s impossible to eat just one. Try the BOGO special at Fern, a Rancher’s Reserve restaurant that celebrates the gems of the sea and land in equal measure. (ranchersreservefl.com/fern)

Late-Night Munchies, Flanigan’s, multiple locations

Flanigan’s is beloved for lunch and dinner (hello, baby back ribs of our dreams), but it really comes alive after a night on the town (the West Palm location is down the street from Mary Lou’s, just saying). Order a pitcher of anything and dig into a pile of curly fries, chicken wings, or Tumbleweed onions on the house. (flanigans.net)

WEDNESDAY

Chicken Caesar Wrap, Vinny’s Café, Boca Raton

Skip breakfast and be at Vinny’s Café as soon as it opens to get your hands on the viral chicken Caesar wrap. While the wrap is available throughout the day, you’ll want to arrive early to avoid waiting in what can be an hourlong line. But is the wait worth it? Absolutely. Chicken Caesar wraps are having a moment—and Vinny’s chopped, loaded, and massive wrap is one of the best in the country. (vinnyscafe.net)

NOVECENTO

Delray Beach

Tuesday to Sunday 3 to 7 p.m.

Two-for-one drink specials and discounted food menu. (novecento.com)

Midday Dessert, Sant Ambroeus, Palm Beach

Having dessert after a meal is fine, but if you really want to enjoy it without any savory distractions, give it top billing—and finish the whole thing! You can’t go wrong with any of the cakes, but let’s just say a slice of the Sant Ambroeus, with its moist almond sponge and heavenly chocolate mousse, gives new meaning to “afternoon delight.” (santambroeus.com)

BOGO Wings, Death by Pizza, Delray Beach

Wine Wednesday, Lynora’s, multiple locations

Keep the Italian vibes going at Lynora’s, which offers half off select bottles of wine at its restaurants in Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, and Palm City. Round out your meal with the Piccante pizza and the Tiramisu Classico cake. (lynoras.com)

With two Delray locations—in downtown and out west—Death by Pizza and its Detroit-style pies have garnered a cult following among foodies ever since it opened in 2020. On Wednesdays, D by P disciples pray to the altar of chicken wings. Patrons receive 10 wings free with the purchase of 10 wings. This special is takeout only, and the wings come in such craveable flavors as honey buffalo and Korean barbecue. (deathbypizzadelray.com)

Breakfast Etc., Hive Bakery & Café, West Palm Beach

Beauregard’s Fine Meats & Butchery, Boca Raton

Open Tuesday through Saturday, Beauregard’s delivers New York deli tastes via Florida-sourced ingredients. Owner and chef Cameron Falls cures, smokes, and steams his own pastrami—a multiweek process that makes all the difference in his best-selling pastrami sandwich and pastrami Reuben. (beauregardsfinemeats.com)

Hive has become an absolute must for the ladies who lunch and everyone in between. As of May 1, Hive has introduced an all-day menu, available from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Swing by for a pastry and latte to go, grab a table for a leisurely brunch, or return later for top-notch lunch and dinner classics. (hivebakeryandcafe.com)

Adult Happy Meal, Hap & Hooch, Jupiter

At this “five-star dive bar,” nostalgic surrounds, playful comfort food, and whimsical cocktails are all on tap. Swing by on Thursdays for the $24 Adult Happy Meal: your choice of a smash burger or chicken sandwich with an old-fashioned, margarita, or daisy (vodka, elderflower, lemon, blackberry, and mint). Of course, every Happy Meal needs a surprise— and this one comes with a custom scratch off redeemable for discounts during your next visit. (hapandhooch.com)

Dine for a Cause, Galley, West Palm Beach

Nestled inside the Hilton West Palm Beach, Galley turns philanthropy into a culinary endeavor on Thursdays, when 10 percent of proceeds are donated to a Palm Beach County charity. There is a new nonprofit beneficiary every month; May proceeds will benefit the Palm Beach Symphony, while June’s will support Compass LGBTQ+ Community Center. (galleywestpalmbeach.com)

MIA ROSEBUD Boca Raton

Tuesday to Saturday 4 to 7 p.m., Sunday and Monday 4 to 9:30 p.m.

Selection of half-priced spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer, as well as discounts on small and large plates at the bar and on the outdoor piazza. (rosebudrestaurants.com)

Pastries and More, The Pantry by Rose’s Daughter, Delray

Beach

If Friday is your designated cheat day, then buckle up. Make The Pantry by Rose’s Daughter your first stop. While there are plenty of healthy options to be had (we recommend the acai bowls), this spot is known for its made-from-scratch pastries and innovative mash-ups, including elevated Pop-Tarts, cookie croissants, and savory macarons.

(instagram.com/ thepantrydelray)

FRIDAY

White Cosmo and Tasting Menu, Café Boulud, Palm Beach

Monday to Friday 5 to 6 p.m.

Half-priced cocktails and sushi in the Dragonfly Lounge and restaurant terrace. (thebreakers.com)

Box Lunch, Buccan Sandwich Shop, West Palm Beach

In the years since Clay Conley introduced this casual daytime complement to his popular Palm Beach restaurant, Buccan, the sandwich shop has all but dwarfed its predecessor—at least in terms of social media fame. The beef carpaccio sandwich, in particular, has received millions of views and likes on Instagram alone. Make it the centerpiece of your box lunch, which comes with a nonalcoholic drink, pickle, house-made chips, and a chocolate chip cookie for $24. Though this deal is only at the West Palm location, as of press time, plans were in action to offer it at the Palm Beach outpost too. (buccansandwichshop.com)

For the ultimate treat-yourself dinner, make a reservation to experience the tasting menu at Café Boulud inside The Brazilian Court Hotel. The meal includes six courses of seasonal chef selections, with wine pairings available for an additional charge. Arrive a few minutes early to have a White Cosmo—easily one of the island’s best cocktails—prior to your four-star feast. (cafeboulud.com/palmbeach)

24-Hour Window, Havana Restaurant, West Palm Beach

What you do with your Friday night is your own business. But should you find yourself with a late-night hankering for Cuban food, the answer is Havana. The restaurant’s walk-up window is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week—meaning it’s never too late (too early?) for ham croquettes, guava pastries, and empanadas. (havanacubanfood.com)

HOUR PICKS

SATURDAY

Doughnuts, Aioli, West Palm Beach

There aren’t many good reasons to wake up before 7 on a Saturday morning, but Aioli’s doughnuts are one of them. Early is key when it comes to scoring these brioche beauties, which boast such flavors as pumpkin spice, strawberry lemonade, and dulce de leche. Press the snooze button too many times, and you’ll have to wait until next week. Besides, you can always grab a signature Crack Coffee (espresso with your choice of milk, coconut oil, organic coconut sugar, cayenne, and cinnamon) to help wake up. (aioliwpb.com)

PalmGardensBeach

Half off spirits and wine, $5 off all specialty cocktails, $5 beer, $12 bar bites outdoors at Peacock Tiki and inside at the restaurant’s bar and lounge area. (elacurryandcocktails.com)

Cocktails and Bar Bites, Juicy, West Palm Beach

Walk the few blocks from Pistache to Juicy, a 22-seat bar from the same culinary masterminds behind Tropical Smokehouse. As the name might suggest, tropical fruits are a star ingredient in Juicy’s cocktails. Order a round of Guava Pastelitos (the drink, not the pastry) and bar bites like a brisket quesadilla or the Elena Ruz, a salty-sweet sandwich named for a twentieth-century Cuban socialite. (juicywpb.com)

Afternoon Menu, Pistache, West Palm Beach

For a lazy but tasty afternoon à la Paris, pull up a chair at Pistache and order a dish or two from the French bistro’s afternoon menu, available daily from 2:30 to 5 p.m.

While “linner” may not be as catchy a portmanteau as “brunch,” this menu’s light yet flavorful dishes capture the best of lunch and dinner. (pistachewpb.com)

Late Dinner, Mary Lou’s, West Palm Beach

When a venue’s hours are listed as 6 p.m. to “late,” you know you’re in for a good time. Such is the case at Mary Lou’s. Whether you want a table for dancing or dining, reservations are essential. Should you be interested in the latter, Mary Lou’s slings an array of over-the-top indulgences, including a millionaire’s baked potato and burnt honey ice cream. The pièce de résistance? An A5 Wagyu Big Mac priced at $50. (marylouspb.com)

ANNA MUCCI

HEART

& SOIL

Through their unique stories and passion for sustainable farming, these local farmers embody the spirit of community and the rich bounty of South Florida’s land

By Jules Aron | Photography by Gyorgy Papp

Carl Fr t  Dia Cordeau

Kai-Kai Farm, Indiantown

At Kai-Kai Farm, Diane Cordeau and Carl Frost blend their adventurous spirits with a commitment to sustainable agriculture.

While Diane is originally from Montreal and Carl is a Palm Beach County native, they found their way to farming and Indiantown following many years traveling the South Pacific aboard a 44-foot sailboat. During

their time in the Solomon Islands, they experienced subsistence farming and the joy of nurturing the earth. Upon returning to solid ground, Carl earned a horticulture degree at the University of Florida, and he and Diane purchased a 40-acre property that was once a citrus grove. Today, Kai-Kai Farm thrives on a commitment to quality

and sustainability, offering a rich array of seasonal produce—from vibrant greens to flavorful root vegetables. Community is also an integral element of Kai-Kai’s mission, with Diane expressing pride in inspiring children to embrace healthy eating. “Every day on the farm is a new adventure,” she adds. (kaikaifarm.com)

How to Buy

You can explore the bounty of Kai-Kai at the farm’s market, held every Saturday from just before Thanksgiving through the end of May. Though they have moved away from the traditional CSA model, the couple creates custom boxes for local pickups and restaurant deliveries.

Agritourism

Experience

Diane and Carl enhance their local connections by hosting wine-pairing dinners and cooking demonstrations, many featured on their YouTube

channel. The farm also accommodates private and charitable events, fostering a community spirit centered around good food.

Culinary Inspiration

For culinary inspiration featuring Kai-Kai produce, Carl suggests recipes from chefs like Lindsay Autry of Honeybelle at PGA National Resort, including dishes such as her boneless half chicken with collard green salsa verde. Home cooks can try this vibrant salad recipe that showcases the bright flavors of avocado, citrus, radish, and fennel.

Palm CitrBea Salad Citr

In a large bowl, combine the avocado, citrus, radish, and fennel. Toss gently to avoid mashing the avocado.

Ingredients (serves 4)

1 orange, sliced

2 ripe avocados, sliced

1 grapefruit, sliced

1 cup assorted radishes, including watermelon radish if in season, thinly sliced

1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced (fronds reserved for garnish)

3 tbsp. olive oil

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice

4 cups mixed greens

Starfruit, sliced, for garnish

Place mixed greens on a serving platter or in individual bowls. Top with the avocado and citrus mixture. Drizzle with the dressing and gently toss to combine. Sprinkle reserved fennel fronds and starfruit over the top for a pop of color and freshness. Serve immediately.

Salt and pepper, to taste

In the sunny fields of Palm Beach County, Marty and Liza Holman bring sustainable farming to life at Holman’s Harvest. Marty combines his expertise as a mechanical engineer with agricultural acumen, while Liza—who is a physical therapist—has a deep understanding of the land, having grown up in a family of farmers. In 2008, Marty began cultivating Jatropha (a tropical shrub) and processing it into biodiesel. A few years later, in 2013, Marty and Liza started growing their own food after their oldest child became very ill from E. coli, which doctors believed he contracted from contaminated spinach. Today, the Holmans’ seasonal bounty includes produce such as lettuce, kale, beets, radishes,

carrots, tomatoes, and microgreens. They also raise chickens for fresh eggs and cultivate tropical fruits during the summer. “The greatest joy in farming comes from watching food grow from a humble seed to a nourishing harvest,” Marty says.

(holmansharvest.com)

Farming is a family affair for Marty and Liza Holman. Their children, Mateo, Mason, Quinn, and Marisa, are seen at left with the farm’s chickens, which they raise for eggs. The Holmans also utilize

How to Buy

Marty and Liza previously had a weekly produce club for retail customers, but they currently just supply to local restaurants (though plans for retail are in the works). They also provide organic produce to Fresh Rx, a local nonprofit that—through its Farm to Patient program— provides nutritious food to patients whose doctors have advised them to change their diets as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

Agritourism Experience

Holman’s Harvest hosts private farm tours, provid-

ing insight into sustainable practices and the importance of knowing where food comes from.

Culinary Inspiration

Some of the Holmans’ favorites include salad with cherry tomatoes, microgreens, and starfruit as well as an egg salad sandwich that incorporates their eggs, green onions, and dill. This hearty and satisfying stuffed poblano breakfast dish combines the sweet and earthy flavors of homegrown poblano peppers with a beet and carrot hash, topped with farm-fresh eggs.

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Ingredients (serves 4)

4 medium poblano peppers

2 tbsp. olive oil

1 medium beet, diced

1 large carrot, diced

1 small onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 tsp. cumin

Salt and pepper, to taste

1/2 cup fresh herbs

(dill, parsley, and green onion), chopped

4 farm-fresh eggs

« Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut the poblano peppers lengthwise and remove the seeds. Set aside.

« In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent. Add the diced beets and carrots. Cook until tender, about 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Remove from the heat and mix in fresh herbs.

« Fill each pepper with the veggie hash. Place in a baking dish with a splash of water at the bottom. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until peppers are tender.

« Prepare eggs to your liking. Season with salt and pepper.

« Top each stuffed pepper with an egg. Garnish with extra herbs and hot sauce if desired.

Sierra Malnove and Al Salopek turned their passion for bees into Palm Beach Creamed Honey. Al began beekeeping in 2008, after discovering a love for bees through assisting with a bee removal.

“Watching the bees work together was a revelation,” he shares. Al gifted Sierra her first hive in 2014, and she fell in love with beekeeping too. They now tend a 12.6-acre farm,

Gardens

complete with a certified “honey house” dedicated to sustainable beekeeping. They take pride in producing pure, raw, unfiltered, and koshercertified honey that boasts a unique flavor profile that reflects the diverse flora in the region. They emphasize the health benefi ts of local honey, particularly its role in alleviating seasonal allergies. (creamedhoney.com)

How to Buy

Al and Sierra sell more than nine creamed honey fl avors—including raspberry, vanilla, jalapeño, and habanero—on their website. Palm Beach Creamed Honey is also available to purchase locally at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center in Boca Raton, Carmine’s Gourmet Market in Palm Beach Gardens, and regional Fresh Market stores.

Agritourism Experience

Al and Sierra invite visitors to tour their honey house by appointment,

providing an engaging look at honey-making and the vital role bees play in our ecosystem.

Culinary Inspiration

To enjoy their flavored honeys, Sierra suggests glazing salmon with vanilla-flavored creamed honey or assembling a charcuterie board with a side of their raspberry honey. For a different kind of “buzz,” try this mocha coffee sweetened with their Bee 10, a cacao and coffee honey paste that will level up your next caffeinated experience.

Ingredients (serves 2)

2 cups brewed coffee

2 tbsp. Bee 10 Cacao Coffee and Honey Paste

Milk of choice, to taste

Whipped cream for garnish (optional)

Chocolate shavings or cacao nibs for garnish (optional)

Divide the coffee between 2 glasses and add 1 tbsp. paste to each. Add ice and milk to your desired taste. Optionally, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or cacao nibs.

Sierra Malnove maintains hundreds of bee colonies. Sierra, her partner, Al Salopek, and their children live on a farm with their hives, as well as dairy goats, chickens, turkeys, pigs, and dogs. Their Palm Beach Creamed Honey is raw and unfiltered.

Swank Specialty Produce, Loxahatchee Groves

than 24 years under the Swank family’s lead- I

ership. Darrin’s agricultural roots run deep, stemming from his grandparents, who farmed corn and hay in Pennsylvania. Jodi transitioned from high-end travel sales to embrace farm life, inspired by Darrin’s agricultural

passion. “I never anticipated loving this life as much as I do,” she admits. “Witnessing our customers relish the fresh produce we grow is the greatest reward.” At Swank Specialty Produce, the couple prioritizes clean, nutritious, pesticide-

free produce, offering more than 350 seasonal varieties. Their signature lettuce has gained favor with local chefs and at area farmers markets, but their vegetables, strawberries, and wildflowers are also crowd-pleasers. (swankspecialtyproduce.com)

How to Buy

The Swanks host a weekly farmers market every Saturday from October to May. They also offer seasonal CSA “sacks” filled with farm-fresh produce.

Agritourism Experience

In 2011, the Swank family launched Swank Table, a series of farm-inspired events celebrating South Florida’s culinary talent and supporting community causes. This initiative has evolved into 10 to 12 multicourse

dinners each season, featuring renowned chefs and local brewers.

Culinary Inspiration

Experiment with the Swanks’ fresh produce by creating a refreshing kale salad with pine nuts, dried cranberries, and goat cheese—a family favorite—or put together this farm-style crudités platter with a side of stuffed squash blossoms.

Squash Blossom Ingredients (serves 4)

12 squash blossoms, cleaned and stems trimmed

4 oz. goat cheese, softened

1-2 large eggs (for binding)

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tbsp. olive oil (or more, as needed for sautéing)

Beet Hummus Ingredients (serves 4)

1 cup cooked beets, diced

1 15-oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

2 tbsp. tahini

2 cloves garlic

Salt, to taste

2 tbsp. lemon juice

« In a food processor, blend cooked beets, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and salt until smooth. Set aside.

Crudités

Assorted vegetables (carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, radishes, purple cauliflower), sliced as desired

« Gently fill each squash blossom with softened goat cheese, twisting the tops closed to secure the filling. In a bowl, beat the eggs and season with salt and pepper. Dip each stuffed blossom in the egg mixture to coat lightly.

« In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Place the egg-coated stuffed blossoms in the skillet and sauté for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden and tender.

« Arrange crudités on a platter alongside the beet hummus. Place the sautéed squash blossoms on a serving plate and enjoy.

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BOLD FLAVORS, COOL COCKTAILS, AND LOCAL FAVORITES

EXPANSIONS

STAGE DEBUTS IN BOCA

Chef Pushkar Marathe and his business partner, Andy Dugard, have expanded their Flavor Builders culinary empire to South County. Now, with the recent opening of Stage Kitchen & Bar in Boca Raton’s Restaurant Row, fans of Marathe’s much-lauded, globally influenced cuisine do not have to travel to northern Palm Beach Gardens to savor delicacies like Bang Bang Cauliflower (with mushrooms, paneer, mint, and cilantro) or his distinct spin on shrimp and grits, featuring tomato, turmeric, okra, coconut curry, and basmati rice grits. Conceived by South Florida–based Bootleg Greg, the cocktails and mocktails are whimsical in nature and designed to complement Marathe’s cuisine. And while this expansion may be the first for Stage, it’s not the only one in the works for Flavor Builders; Marathe and Dugard have plans to open secondary outposts of their other popular concepts, Ela Curry & Cocktails and Mango Mercado, in CityPlace this year. (stagekitchenandbar.com) —Mary Murray

Pachadi Salad

Shrimp and Grits

SAVOR

IN THE KITCHEN

A Rare TALENT

BY MARY MURRAY

In March, acclaimed chef Michael Mina opened the newest location of his steak house concept, Bourbon Steak, inside The Seagate Hotel in Delray Beach. Born in Egypt but raised in Washington state, Mina’s personal biography can be felt in the bold, balanced food he has crafted across his career and in his new cookbook, My Egypt: Cooking from My Roots PBI recently spoke with the James Beard Award winner about his background and vision. (bourbonsteakdelray.com)

PBI: What are some of your earliest memories of cooking?

Mina: I grew up in an Egyptian household with like seven aunts and uncles who all lived right around us. Food was the highlight of everybody’s everything. We’d have 20, 30 people in our home on the weekends, and my mom cooked every day, mostly Middle Eastern food. But what happens when your palate gets used to Middle Eastern food, [which] is very bold in flavor, you learn a lot about balance. … So, a lot of my early cooking was with my mom and a lot of it was with very bold flavors. Even though as I started

cooking, worked in restaurants, went to the Culinary Institute of America right out of high school, worked in New York in three-star restaurants and Michelin-starred restaurants, and opened my first restaurant, Aqua, in 1991 in San Francisco—my style always went back to good technique, good product, innovation, but really bold, balanced flavors. What sets this new Delray Beach location of Bourbon Steak apart?

The design. This is the first steak house Martin Brudnizki has done for me, and I’m so excited because he’s one of my favorite designers in the world. With Bourbon Steak, you’ve got your classics … and then [we] create some dishes around that, and it’s always based on the product. Then it’s really about the specials. Here, you’re going to get a lot of fish specials because of where we are. We’re going to get those great snappers, pompanos, stone crabs—the seafood cart will be much more aligned to Florida. Seafood is that big differentiator from Bourbon Steak to Bourbon Steak because we have this beautiful fish cart that has shellfish and fish and raw and cooked. We utilize a lot of local product, so it changes a lot.

What do you feel is your culinary signature? It’s balanced bold flavors. Of course, I’m going to use things that are in season [and] technique. But I’m going to take acid, sweet, spice, and fat, and I’m going to think about what gives this dish the acid? What’s giving it the sweetness? What’s giving it the spice? What’s giving it the fat or the richness? How are they balanced together? How do they taste together? That’s how you create bold, balanced food with a lot of flavor. And I think that’s how you create food that creates memories and makes people crave it. It’s its own umami. What culinary trends, themes, or innovations are you excited about?

The globe. You’re always going to have your great Sicilian Italian restaurant [and] your great Japanese restaurant. But people are using the globe more than ever. What I loved about Aqua was it was a fish restaurant, but I wasn’t boxed into anything. Bourbon Steak is another restaurant where I don’t have to get boxed into anything. … We’ve got to have great steak and side dishes, but we can have a lot more fun with it. We don’t have to make creamed spinach; we can do a very technique-driven creamed spinach soufflé where it’s a beautiful soufflé and the cream gets poured in it and it’s just light and airy and innovative, but you still get that satisfaction of creamed spinach. That’s what I love. That’s where I think food should go and is going. Nothing is better than being the melting pot that the U.S. is, and it should be that way with food too.

MICHAEL MINA DISHES ON BOURBON STEAK IN DELRAY BEACH AND HIS LIFELONG LOVE OF BOLD FLAVORS

Chef Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak concept boasts innovative preparations of steak house classics and creative plates like Maine lobster pot pie (bottom left).

REY LOPEZ

AMY GRAVES

COASTAL COOL

When Vance Campbell set out to open a restaurant in Tequesta, he envisioned a high-energy dining experience that could transport guests to the beaches of St. Tropez or St. Barts. Enter Lila, which celebrated its grand opening earlier this year.

“By blending high-end dining with an elevated social scene, Lila stands out as a sophisticated yet energetic destination in the Jupiter/Tequesta area,” says Campbell. He named the restaurant after his late grandmother, who loved “traveling and enjoying amazing restaurants around the world.”

With airy interiors and live DJ sets, the restaurant’s setting and entertainment evoke a high-end beach club, while the menu is a fusion of Mediterranean and Asian cuisine courtesy of executive chef Sunny Oh. Having previously served as an

executive chef at Nobu, Oh’s skill set shines across Lila’s crudo offerings, such as the hamachi olive oil crudo with yuzu kosho espuma.

The coastal Mediterranean influence is most pronounced in the starters and entrées. The fried calamari, for example, is paired with a punchy harissa aioli, while the cauliflower steak is served with a bright Mediterranean chimichurri. Showstopping presentations, including a tableside Caesar and a whole Maine lobster pasta, add a touch of decadence to what is otherwise a study in quiet luxury. (lilajupiter.com) —M.M.

A selective guide to Palm Beach-area restaurants

THE LISTINGS

The Palm Beach County dining scene has something for everyone, from funky burger bars and gastropubs to the glam style of iconic Palm Beach lounges. Here, find a listing of area standouts, organized by cuisine type, with descriptions, contact information, and price details for each. What the icons mean:

$ Most entrées under $25

$$ Most entrées $25-$40

$$$ Most entrées $40 or more

While not all-inclusive due to space limitations, our dining listings may vary every month and are constantly updated to showcase the culinary diversity of the area. Find more information on local dining options on palmbeachillustrated.com.

NOTICE TO RESTAURATEURS: The establishments listed and their descriptions are printed at the discretion of the editors of Palm Beach Illustrated. They are not a form of advertisement, nor do they serve as a restaurant review. For more information, email editorial@palmbeachmedia.com

AMERICAN

1000 NORTH The Jupiter Lighthouse serves as the backdrop for global takes on classic dishes. 1000 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (1000north.com) $$$

AMERICAN SOCIAL Fun times are on tap at this convivial hangout inside Mizner Park. 351 W. Plaza Real Suite 315, Boca Raton (americansocialbar.com) $

AVOCADO GRILL Chef Julien Gremaud offers flavorful Florida-Caribbean bites. 125 Datura St., West Palm Beach (avocadogrillwpb.com) $$

BEACON This waterfront grille boasts a contemporary American feel with Mediterranean influences. 1107 Love St., Jupiter (thebeaconjupiter.com) $$$

THE BLUE DOG COOKHOUSE & BAR Fuel up before hitting the Town Center at Boca Raton. 6000 Glades Road, Boca Raton (bluedogboca.com) $$

BREEZE OCEAN KITCHEN Enjoy craft beer and Floridian cuisine at this gem at the Eau Palm Beach. 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (eaupalmbeach.com) $$

BURT AND MAX’S This beloved establishment specializes in made-from-scratch plates created using locally sourced ingredients. 9089 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (burtandmaxs.com) $$

THE COOPER Presenting innovative takes on classics, from pasta to cocktails. 4610 PGA Blvd. Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens (thecooperrestaurant.com) $$

DRIFTWOOD This creative eatery specializes in unique Florida fare with cocktails to match. 2005 S. Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach (driftwoodboynton.com) $$

THE HAMPTON SOCIAL This spot brings the essence of the Hamptons to South Florida. 40 N.E. 7th Ave. Suite 100, Delray Beach (thehamptonsocial.com) $$$

HENRY’S Serving American comfort food to a packed house. 16850 Jog Road, Delray Beach (henrysof bocaraton.com) $$

HIVE BAKERY & CAFÉ Satisfy your sweet tooth and then stay for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. 1603 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (hivebakeryandcafe.com) $

HONEYBELLE At PGA National Resort, this restaurant from Lindsay Autry features a whimsical take on Old Florida cuisine. 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens (pgaresort.com) $$

THE HONOR BAR Connected to the Palm Beach Grill, this intimate space features a small menu of the same high quality served at its neighbor. 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (honorbar.com) $$

THE HOUSE Jason Van Bomel showcases his Florida roots at this elevated yet laid-back eatery. 7301 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach (thehousewestpalm.com) $$

LULU’S Brunch is the main event at this open-air eatery. 189 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (lulusdelray.com) $

PELICAN CAFÉ A charming spot with a New England ambience. 612 U.S. Hwy. 1, Lake Park (thepelicancafe.com) $$

PIG BEACH BBQ New York–based pitmasters bring Americana cuisine to this El Cid hangout. 2400 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (pigbeachnyc.com) $ RESTAURANT AT THE NORTON Art enthusiasts come for the fresh exhibitions but stay for the food. 1450 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (norton.org) $$

Clockwise from above: grilled Spanish octopus with olive aioli; Lila interior; beef tartare with cornichons, drop peppers, nashi pear, and pine nuts.

SAVOR

TWO TO TRY

NEW GROCERY STORES

Down in Boca Raton, Whole Foods Market has opened at 9560 Glades Road. The headline here is the more than 700 items by Florida purveyors—everything from bread by Miamibased Zak the Baker to sweets from Delray’s 5150 Chocolate Co., fresh mozzarella from Mozzarita out of Pompano Beach, and vegan-friendly cakes by SoFlo’s own Bunny Cakes. Check everything off your list with help from such suppliers as Adams Ranch Natural Beef, Greg Abrams Seafood, Lady Moon Farms, and many more. (whole foodsmarket.com) —M.M.

Since opening in late November, the Publix inside the Courtyard Shops at Wellington has gone viral for its vast array of premium offerings and has even earned a nickname: Clublix. In addition to the requisite grocery departments, the 58,834-squarefoot location boasts a Pours area with freshly roasted coffee plus wine, beer, and kombucha on tap and a selection of acai bowls and smoothies. Patrons can also craft the burrito, pizza, pasta, or poke bowl of their dreams at multiple create-your-own bars. (publix.com)

SOURBON KITCHEN & BAR If you are in search of contemporary American dining with a botanical atmosphere, look no further than Sourbon. 215 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (sourbon.com) $$

SUGAR FACTORY This brasserie knows how to set social media aflame with its indulgences. 307 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (sugarfactory.com) $

TROPICAL BBQ MARKET The team behind Tropical Smokehouse has brought their Florida barbecue to this downtown breakfast and lunch spot. 206 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach (eattropical.com) $

TULA This restaurant inside the Amrit Ocean Resort boasts wellness-based menus inspired by the culinary philosophies of the Blue Zones. 3100 N. Ocean Drive, Riviera Beach (amritocean.com) $$

ASIAN AND INDIAN

AKIRA BACK This hot spot inside The Ray hotel features eclectic Korean-Japanese cuisine from Michelin-starred chef Akira Back. 233 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (akirabackdelray.com) $$

BASILIC VIETNAMESE CUISINE Whether you’re craving a banh mi or pho, it’s all on tap. 200 S. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (basilicvietnamesecuisine.com) $

BEG FOR MORE IZAKAYA This casual Japanese pub serves tapas-style snacks to accompany sake. 19 S.E. 5th Ave., Delray Beach (561-563-8849) $$

COCO SUSHI LOUNGE & BAR See and be seen at this sultry sushi spot. 25 N.E. 2nd Ave. Suite 208, Delray Beach (cocodelray.com) $$

ELA CURRY & COCKTAILS Chef Pushkar Marathe celebrates the flavors of his childhood at this delicious destination. 4650 Donald Ross Road Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens (elacurrykitchen.com) $$

IMOTO Chef Clay Conley presents small Asian bites and a sushi menu that tempts all senses. 350 S. County Road, Palm Beach (imotopalmbeach.com) $$

INDUS INDIAN AND HERBAL CUISINE Savor traditional dishes with an abundance of herbs and spices. 1649 Forum Place, West Palm Beach (indusdine.com) $$

KABUKI Come here for traditional and modern sushi in a dimly lit and sexy environment. 308 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach; 5080 PGA Blvd. Suite 105, Palm Beach Gardens; 2465 S. State Road 7 #100, Wellington (kabukiwpb.com) $

KAPOW! NOODLE BAR Providing late-night comfort food with a French-Vietnamese flair and an impressive list of designer cocktails and craft beers. 519 Clematis St., West Palm Beach; 402 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (kapownoodlebar.com) $$

MALAKOR THAI CAFÉ This Northwood staple offers a colorful setting in which to enjoy Thai classics. 425 25th St., West Palm Beach (malakor.com) $$

MASALA MANTRA This family-owned restaurant delivers a contemporary menu of Indian street food delights. 11051 Southern Blvd. Suite 210, Royal Palm Beach (masalamantraroyalpalmbeach.com) $$

THE SEA SOUTHEAST ASIAN KITCHEN & SUSHI BAR Stop by for a cool take on Southeast Asian cuisine, including a large selection of sushi, fried rice, and wok creations. 16950 Jog Road, Delray Beach (theseaasianbistro.com) $$

SUSHI JO Chef Joseph Clark offers a diverse sake collection for a laid-back, cosmopolitan Japanese dining experience. 6200 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach; 1800 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach; 14261 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach; 640 E. Ocean Ave. #4, Boynton Beach (sushijo.com) $$

ECLECTIC

BRANDON’S Located inside the Tideline Palm Beach Ocean Resort, Brandon’s showcases exciting seafood dishes, some with Asian influences. 2842 S. Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach (tidelineresort.com) $$$

KONRO Savor an omakase-style culinary experience by chef Jacob Bickelhaupt and his sommelier wife, Nadia. 424 Park Place #101, West Palm Beach (konrorestaurant com) $$$

MALKA This eatery from chef Eyal Shani serves a taste of Israel, in the food and design. 209 6th St., West Palm Beach (malka-usa com/westpalmbeach) $$

COURTESY

MANGO MERCADO This breakfast and lunch spot from chef Pushkar Marathe boasts influences from India, Italy, South Florida, and more. 4650 Donald Ross Road Suite 110, Palm Beach Gardens (mangomercado.com) $

RHYTHM CAFÉ This staple offers inspired comfort food and an impressive beer and wine list. 3800 A S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (rhythmcafe.com) $$

WAXIN’S Swedish food finds a South Florida home at this sophisticated eatery. 5300 Donald Ross Road Unit 130, Palm Beach Gardens (waxins.com) $$$

FRENCH AND FRENCH AMERICAN

BRULÉ BISTRO A high-end gastropub with French and American dishes, this Pineapple Grove outpost draws regulars for creative cocktails and cuisine like ginger chicken meatballs. 200 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (brulebistro.com) $$

CAFÉ L’EUROPE Café L’Europe boasts influences from all over Latin America and Europe. 331 S. County Road, Palm Beach (cafeleurope.com) $$$

LE BILBOQUET Visit this chic resto for classic French dishes in upscale environs. 245A Worth Ave., Palm Beach (lebilboquetpb.com) $$$

MAMAN With roots in NYC, this French-style café pairs chic surrounds with a wellcurated menu of breakfast and lunch dishes, plus plenty of pastries. 473 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (mamannyc.com) $

PARIS IN TOWN This casual café offers pastries, crepes, and more in an authentic setting. 11460 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach (parisintown.com) $

SIX TABLES There really are only six tables and 24 seats under the watchful eyes of chef-owners Thomas and Jennifer Finn. 112 N.E. 2nd St., Boca Raton (sixtablesarestaurant.com) $$$

VINCENT’S FRENCH BAKERY Stop by for signature French croissants, tarts, and sandwiches. 516 Lucerne Ave., Lake Worth Beach; 2831 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (vincentsfrenchbakery.com) $

ITALIAN

ADRIENNE’S PIZZABAR Adrienne’s slings Neapolitan-style pizza as well as other favorites such as arancini and cannoli. 378 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (adriennespizzabar.com) $

ARTURO’S RISTORANTE Built as a replica of a Tuscan villa, Arturo’s presents authentic flavors of Italy in every dish and wine glass. 6750 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (arturosrestaurant.com) $$$

CAFÉ MED The sister restaurant of Bice, Café Med showcases the flavors of Italy. 6611 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (cafemedwpb.com) $$

CASALINA A sexy space recalls the restaurant’s Miami roots and the la dolce vita aesthetic. 16950 Jog Road, Delray Beach (casalinarestaurant.com) $$

EVO Chef Erik Pettersen is on a mission to re-create the cooking of his Sicilian relatives. 150 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta (evoitalian.com) $$

FRANK PEPE PIZZERIA NAPOLETANA Bite into New Haven–style “apizzas.” 1701 S. Federal Hwy., Delray Beach (pepespizzeria.com) $

GRATO Chef Clay Conley lends his prowess to Italian food at this familyfriendly trattoria. 1901 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (gratowpb.com) $$

IL BELLAGIO The food is stellar and so is the setting. 700 S. Rosemary Ave. Suite 124, West Palm Beach (ilbellagio.com) $$

JOSIE’S RISTORANTE This family-owned restaurant is known for its classic plates. 1650 E. Woolbright Road, Boynton Beach (josiesristorante.com) $$

LA MASSERIA Serving authentic, uncomplicated Southern Italian plates. 5520 PGA Blvd. Suite 104, Palm Beach Gardens (lamasseriapbg.com) $$$

LA SIRENA This Northern Italian beauty focuses on the cooking of the Amalfi Coast. 6316 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (lasirenaonline.com) $$

LIMONCELLO This trattoria serves up classic dishes in a family-friendly atmosphere. 2000 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (limoncellopbg.com) $$$

LOUIE BOSSI’S This beloved addition to the Boca dining scene specializes in sharable Italian favorites. 100 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (louiebossi.com) $$

LULA’S BY TODD ENGLISH Todd English offers his interpretation of a Mediterranean steak house. 717 Lake Ave., Lake Worth Beach (lulasbytoddenglish.com) $$

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SAVOR

WINE DOWN

American Wine: Sipping Outside the Box

BY MICHAEL DRAPKIN

PREZZO This popular Italian joint features old favorites alongside new, modern dishes. 4520 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 5560 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton (eatprezzo.com) $$

Modern American wine is so much more diverse, nuanced, and captivating than what is typically stocked at large chain liquor stores, where Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Zinfandel dominate the market. While those varieties can yield some of the finest wines in the world, there is a concurrent and stirring story to tell. Under-the-radar grape varieties such as Gamay, Vermentino, Trousseau, Carignan, and a litany of others are becoming more popular. In general, the cost of making these underdog grape varieties is much less due to market demand. Yet, when crafted by artisan, small-scale winemakers, the result can be exhilarating. These examples make up an infinitesimal percentage of the wine that is made in America, but their diversity of taste and beauty are worth exploration.

Carignan, and a litany of others are becoming can be exhilarating. These examples make up

2022 Division Gamay Noir Lutte, Oregon. Gamay—a red grape variety mostly found in Beaujolais, a subregion of Burgundy, France— produces wines of intense delicacy, fragrance, and playfulness on the palate. In Oregon, Gamay thrives thanks to the state’s more temperate climate. 1

RENATO’S Renato’s produces first-rate Italian and continental fare in a European setting. 87 Via Mizner, Palm Beach (renatospalmbeach.com) $$$

TRAMONTI ITALIAN RISTORANTE A taste of New York, Tramonti is the Delray Beach version of Angelo’s of Mulberry St. 119 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (tramontidelray.com) $$

TREVINI RISTORANTE Trevini serves Northern and Southern Italian dishes with taste and refinement. 223 Sunset Ave., Palm Beach (treviniristorante.com) $$$

VIC AND ANGELO’S Offering light and hearty Italian delights as well as an impressive wine selection. 290 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (vicangelos.com) $$

LATIN AMERICAN AND MEXICAN

BODEGA TAQUERIA Y TEQUILA This Miami favorite has migrated north, bringing with it a youthful spin on Mexican street food. 118 S. Clematis St., West Palm Beach (bodegataqueria.com) $

CALAVERAS CANTINA Calaveras Cantina provides festive environs for savoring Mexican staples. 125 Dockside Circle, Jupiter; 409 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (calaverascantina.com) $$

CHOLO SOY COCINA This taqueria specializes in Ecuadorian eats that pack outrageous flavor. 3715 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (cholosoycocina.com) $

DON RAMON Open since 1990, Don Ramon helped to introduce Cuban cuisine to the area. 7101 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (donramonrestaurant.com) $

2022 Matthiasson Vermentino Cressida Vineyard, California. Vermentino is a Mediterranean grape variety most often found in the South of France and parts of Italy. The lightness and thirst-quenching qualities of Vermentino make it a natural marriage with seaside cuisine.

2022 Turley Cinsault Bechthold Vineyard, California. Turley made its mark with a focus on old-vine Zinfandel, but its Cinsault—a common blending grape in many southern French reds—is an unheralded star. Many of these Cinsault vines are more than a hundred years old, producing a wine of substantial concentration, silkiness, and complexity.

MAISON CARLOS Maison Carlos excels at elevating homemade fare into superior cuisine. 3010 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (maisoncarlos.com) $$

OSTERIA BY CAPRI In the Hilton Palm Beach PBI, Joey Capri celebrates the flavors of Calabria, Italy. 150 Australian Ave., West Palm Beach (osteriadg.com) $$

PARADISO RISTORANTE Chef Angelo Romano serves traditional Italian meals along with some

EL FOGONCITO Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine rooted in family recipes. 711 W. Indiantown Road Suite C4, Jupiter (elfogoncitorestaurant.com) $

KOUSINE A native of Lima, chef Danny Kou crafts exciting modern Peruvian dishes. 1668 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (kousine.com) $$

surprises. 625 Lucerne Ave., Lake Worth Beach (paradisolakeworth.com) $$$

PIZZA AL FRESCO This casual eatery offers some of the best pizza and views on the island. 14 Via Mizner, Palm Beach (pizzaalfresco.com) $$

POLPO PALM BEACH The food of Southern Italy comes alive inside the Eau Palm Beach. 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (eaupalmbeach.com) $$$

THE WAVE KITCHEN & BAR Situated inside Costa d’Este Resort, The Wave Kitchen & Bar offers fine dining with a decidedly Cuban flair. 3244 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach (costadeste.com) $$

ZIPITIOS Zipitios and its Mexican street food recently found a new home in Industry Alley. 2676 Florida Ave., West Palm Beach (instagram.com/zipitios) $

MEDITERRANEAN

BARRIO For Spanish tapas and creative cocktails, look no further than this bar-centric hot spot. 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (barriowpb.com) $

THE BLUE DOOR A welcome addition to the SoSo neighborhood, The Blue Door features light Mediterranean fare by chef Nano Crespo. 5700 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (thebluedoorwpb.com) $$

FLORIE’S In the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, chef Mauro Colagreco offers his interpretation of finedining Mediterranean fare. 2800 S. Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach (fourseasons.com/palmbeach) $$$

LEILA RESTAURANT In addition to its many Mediterranean dishes, Leila also offers entertainment in the form of belly dancing and hookah on the patio. 120 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (leilawpb.com) $$

SEAFOOD

ACQUA CAFÉ This chic resto delivers a coastal Italian take on seafood. 2875 S. Ocean Blvd. Suite 103, Palm Beach (acquacafepb.com) $$

BENNY’S ON THE BEACH Stop by for a casual beachside dining experience with stunning views. 10 S. Ocean Blvd., Lake Worth Beach (bennysonthebeach.com) $$

CARETTA CARETTA At The Singer Oceanfront Resort, Caretta Caretta exudes an elegant oceanic vibe. 3700 N. Ocean Drive, Riviera Beach (caretta carettarestaurant.com) $$

CITY OYSTER AND SUSHI BAR City Oyster offers a plethora of options for all tastes. 213 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (cityoysterdelray.com) $$

COBALT At the Kimpton Vero Beach, Cobalt presents elegant seafood dishes in an oceanfront setting. 3500 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach (cobaltrestaurant.com) $$$

DECK 84 Burt Rapoport’s casual alfresco eatery highlights local Florida catches and seafood specialties. 840 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (deck84.com) $$

LITTLE MOIR’S FOOD SHACK Put on your jeans and enjoy some of the most creative seafood around. 103 S. U.S. Hwy. 1 #D3, Jupiter (littlemoirs.com) $$

LOCH BAR Stop by for handcrafted cocktails and an array of seafood delights in a classy setting. 346 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (lochbar.com) $$$

LUCKY SHUCK A raw bar, fresh seafood, and craft beer are all part of the ambience. 1116 Love St., Jupiter (luckyshuckjupiter.com) $$

OLD KEY LIME HOUSE This charming waterfront restaurant prioritizes fun times and fresh seafood. 300 E. Ocean Ave., Lantana (oldkeylimehouse.com) $$

SEMINOLE REEF GRILL Key West charm commingles with Palm Beach sophistication at this locally owned restaurant. 11940 U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite 175, Palm Beach Gardens (seminolereefgrill.com) $$$

THE STATION HOUSE Savor lobsters, libations, and more at this newly renovated restaurant that delivers a taste of New England with Florida flair. 233 W. Lantana Road, Lantana (thestationhouse.com) $$

STEAK HOUSE

CUT 432 This modern steak house has a hip, highenergy environment. 432 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (cut432.com) $$$

FLAGLER STEAKHOUSE Operated by The Breakers, this elegant steak house offers hand-selected cuts of beef in country club environs. 2 S. County Road, Palm Beach (flaglersteakhousepalmbeach.com) $$$ MEAT MARKET The Palm Beach County outposts of this sultry steak house micro chain offer a dynamic menu and a sexy ambience. 191 Bradley Place, Palm Beach; 2000 N.W. 19th St., Boca Raton (meatmarket.net) $$$

NICHOLSON MUIR DISTINGUISHED MEATS Stop by this new local favorite to shop for premium beef, or stay for a meal and savor fine steak house fare as well as unique brunch and lunch offerings. 480 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach (nicholsonmuir.com) $$$

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Offering large portions of high-quality ingredients and specialty dishes that echo the restaurant’s New Orleans roots. 651 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach; 225 N.E. Mizner Blvd. Suite 100, Boca Raton (ruthschris.com) $$$

STONEWOOD GRILL AND TAVERN At once casual and classy, Stonewood presents a high-end menu in an intimate setting. 10120 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington (stonewoodgrill.com) $$

THE WINE & SPIRITS KITCHEN Chef Blake Malatesta offers his interpretation of a contemporary steak house and fromagerie. 411 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (thewineroomonline.com/delray-beach) $$

SAVOR

SIP WITH PBI

VACATION VIBES

ESCAPISM IS JUST A SIP AWAY THANKS TO A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE WHITE LOTUS AND THE FOUR SEASONS BY JULES ARON

The White Lotus and the Four Seasons have a long history: all three seasons of the HBO original series were filmed at Four Seasons resorts around the world, including the most recent one, which premiered in February and was shot at the Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui in Thailand. But fans don’t have to travel far to experience The White Lotus firsthand. Max, HBO’s

streaming platform, and the Four Seasons have launched a global partnership that will transport guests to the beaches of Thailand, Italy, Hawaii, and all the luxe destinations in between.

Through May 16, registered Four Seasons guests can enjoy the new Poolside Escape cabanas, designed with transportive decor and jet-set glamour. The cabanas’ menu features drinks evoca-

tive of the show’s iconic locations. A standout is The Scarlet Palm, a signature cocktail exclusive to the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach. This mai tai–inspired concoction embodies the resort’s refined yet relaxed elegance, blending notes of lavender, coconut, and citrus with aged rum. Binge The White Lotus at home while savoring a similar sip: the Seas the Day.

SEAS THE DAY

Ingredients

1 1/2 oz. Diplomático Rum

1/2 oz. Cointreau

1 oz. lime juice, freshly squeezed

1 oz. coconut water

1/2 oz. blackberry lavender syrup (recipe below)

1/2 oz. orgeat

1/2 oz. Zacapa Dark Rum

Lime wheel and a blackberry to garnish

Add the Diplomático Rum, Cointreau, lime juice, coconut water, blackberry lavender syrup, and orgeat to a shaker with crushed ice and shake lightly. Pour into a glass. Float the dark rum over the top. Garnish with a lime wheel and a blackberry.

Blackberry Lavender Syrup

Ingredients

1 cup water

1 cup blackberries

1 cup organic agave

2 tbsp. dried lavender buds

Combine the ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Take off heat after 10 minutes and let cool. Strain into a jar using a fine mesh strainer and the back of a spoon to mash the berries and release their juices. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

FRANCESCACOVIELLO

HOME

FROM CITY TO OCEAN, THE FINE ART OF PALM BEACH LIVING

DESIGN

PLAY TO THE GALLERY

Interior designer Melanie Roy of Melanie Roy Design let the walls of this Palm Beach home talk—and they ended up having a lot to say.

“For these two spaces, I was inspired by the natural coastal landscape of Palm Beach, with different blue and organic tones,” Roy explains. “The color was brought in to enhance [the owners’] existing art collection.”

By balancing style and comfort, Roy created eclectic yet supremely livable environs that speak to the home’s inhabitants: a playful family of five and their beloved dogs.

“The use of bold contemporary color with neutral classic design elements updates the home and emphasizes the artwork,” she says. “The goal was to maintain the classic style of the home, while infusing contemporary art and saturated colors.” (melanieroydesign. com) —Liza Grant Smith

HOME

Delightfully DRENCHED ELEMENTS

SOAK IN THE TREND OF COLOR DRENCHING AND MAKE A MONOCHROME STATEMENT

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

BOTTOM LINE

BLUE LIGHT SPECIAL

Crafted of glass with a smooth form, the Jenna table lamp ($359) from Visual Comfort’s Studio Collection will add a refined, contemporary note to any room. Capitol Lighting, multiple locations (capitollighting.com)

The Kava denim pillow ($234) by Lacefield Designs is subtle in pattern but bold in impact. Excentricities, multiple locations (excentricities.com)

MIDNIGHT AT THE OASIS

Caitlin Kah of Caitlin Kah Interiors created an alluring sleep destination for these homeowners. “The goal for this space was to envelop you in color and texture to create a serene bedroom oasis,” Kah explains. “This bedroom is oceanfront and even has views of the iconic clock tower at the end of Worth Avenue. You almost feel as if you are on the edge of the world.” Palm Beach (caitlinkah.com)

FLOWER POWER

Let style bloom with Il Loft’s Flower chair (starting at $5,500) that boasts a soft petal shape. Sklar Furnishings, Boca Raton (sklarfurnishings.com)

PEPPER

WITH COMPLIMENTS

SEA TO IT

Based in Morocco, Atelier Houria Tazi is renowned for its gorgeous linen creations, like these Hippocampe Oursin embroidered table linens ($230 per placemat) with hand-painted sea life detailing. Mary Mahoney, Palm Beach (marymahoney.com)

These Addison Ross salt and pepper mill bobbin grinders ($192 for set) are finished with high-gloss lacquer and designed for rock salt or black peppercorns. Pineapples Palms Too, Jupiter (pineapplespalms.com)

STACK THE DECK

Birch Lane deals hostesses a winning hand with the Stackables short and tall glasses ($58 for set of six), perfect for headlining any occasion and saving cupboard space between events. Birch Lane, Boca Raton (birchlane.com)

SIT STILL Bring some zen to your den or outdoor area with Uttermost’s Harbor scalloped garden stool ($400). Outside the Box, Delray Beach (outsidetheboxpalmbeach.com)

CARMEL BRANTLEY

Reimagine Modern Living

BALANCE

YOUR BEST SELF: FITNESS, NUTRITION, MINDFULNESS, WELL-BEING

FOOD FUEL

STARTER UP

While the popularity of sourdough baking has been on the rise for a number of years—a result, in part, of the initial COVID-19 lockdown in 2020—this age-old method of bread making has generated additional buzz recently for its nutritional benefits.

“There are great health benefits that come from sourdough baking,” says Kerenza De Freitas, founder of Lake Worth Beach’s Einkorn Bakehouse. “In addition to being flavorful, sourdough promotes improved digestion due to the fermentation process, which breaks down the gluten and the complex carbohydrates, resulting in a lower glycemic index and a higher nutrient absorption.”

De Freitas began baking sourdough as a hobby in 2016, motivated by the desire to feed her family a better-for-you bread. She now only uses flour derived from einkorn—an ancient grain that is regarded as the oldest form of wheat—and is wellversed in what it takes to provide ongoing care to a living sourdough starter. Those interested in getting started can visit De Freitas’ website to purchase a sourdough starter and sign up for a two-hour virtual or private in-home class to learn how to shape the dough and bake the bread. Students will also receive De Freitas’ beginner’s guide to sourdough baking and her cookbook.

“Sourdough isn’t just a trend but an art form, and perfecting it is a journey,” De Freitas shares. “You’ll find your rhythm with each loaf you bake, and the process becomes easier as time goes on.” (einkorn bakehouse.com) —Liza Grant Smith

EXPERT ADVICE

THE MEAL MENTOR

NUTRITIONIST PETRONELLA RAVENSHEAR’S

THE HUMAN BEING DIET MAKES HEALTHY EATING MORE ACCESSIBLE

BY PAIGE BOWERS

At her West London clinic, Petronella Ravenshear helped everyone from royalty to celebrities improve their overall health. “It began to dawn on me that really, it wasn’t fair,” recalls Ravenshear, who is now a Palm Beacher. “Why should people have to be wealthy in order to understand how to get the most joy out of life and feel the best they possibly could?” To change that, she distilled her knowledge into a book, The Human Being Diet, which promotes eating fresh, nutrient-dense, minimally processed, and anti-inflammatory food as a way of restoring the body’s natural balance and losing weight. She sat down with PBI to talk about her interest in nutrition and passion for helping others. (thehumanbeingdiet.com)

PBI: What inspired you to become a nutritionist?

Ravenshear: My son used to get lots and lots of respiratory infections, and I used to take him to the doctor, and the doctors didn’t have much in their arsenal, except antibiotics. I tried lots of different things, and everything helped, but it didn’t stick. It’s just ridiculous, because nutrition was the last thing I thought of. [Then] I picked up a book by a wonderful man called Patrick Holford, who started the Institute for Optimum Nutrition in London. I took my son off wheat, took him off dairy, gave him probiotics, and he began to get better. I hadn’t even thought about a career in nutrition. I was working in PR at the time.

What is the human being diet and how is it different from other diets? It’s really a take on the Mediterranean diet, which is natural, whole, mini-

mally processed, normal foods that you find in any supermarket. There are no powdered meal replacements, bars, or shakes or anything like that.

The book democratizes your services, but what sort of additional support do you offer?

We have got a big community on Instagram, and we do weekly lives.

We also set up the Human Being Diet Club, and that is a fantastic place for community, for support, for motivation.

What do we have to look forward to from you next?

A couple of publishers have been in touch with me about another book, maybe a book about our human evolution. And also, another cookbook. There will be Spanish and French versions of [The Human Being Diet], and an Audible version too.

COURTESY

PETRONELLA

DISCOVER THE ART OF HOLISTIC COSMETIC DENTISTRY

VENEERS

INVISALIGN

LASER DENTISTRY

OZONE THERAPY

CERAMIC CROWNS

METAL-FREE DENTISTRY

SMILE MAKEOVER

CERAMIC IMPLANTS

DR. ILONA FOTEK, DMD, MS

Concierge Cosmetic Dentist & Board-Certified Naturopathic Doctor

One of the most respected leaders in holistic and biologic dentistry, Dr. Ilona Fotek is renowned for her unique ability to combine advanced cosmetic artistry with natural wellness. With prestigious certifications and a reputation for creating radiant, youthful smiles, Dr. Fotek has become a go-to expert for those who demand the best in both beauty and health. Her personalized approach ensures every smile is a true work of art.

DR. PAUL FOTEK, DMD, MS

Double Board-Certified Periodontist

A true authority in implant esthetics, Dr. Paul Fotek’s expertise in biologic principles and holistic healing makes him one of the most sought-after specialists in his field. His precision in creating natural, harmonious smiles ensures optimal function and beauty for every patient.

“THE MOST RESPECTED LEADERS”

Positioning Dr. Ilona Fotek as one of the “most respected leaders” in holistic and biologic dentistry makes it clear that she’s a top-tier, highly regarded professional in her field, commanding attention from high-end clientele.

“GO-TO EXPERT”

Referring to Dr. Fotek as the “go-to expert for those who demand the best” builds exclusivity and luxury.

“TRUE WORK OF ART”

This elevates her cosmetic work by describing each smile she creates as a “true work of art,” which appeals to clients looking for perfection and refinement.

“SOUGHT-AFTER SPECIALIST”

Describing Dr. Paul Fotek as one of the “most sought-after specialists” reinforces his reputation as a top choice in the industry, further emphasizing why they are the best.

“PRESTIGIOUS CERTIFICATIONS”

By stating that her certifications are prestigious and adding that their approach is for those who demand the best, we communicate exclusivity without being overly promotional.

BALANCE

SHOP SMART

SOLE SURVIVOR

Having worked in the luxury fashion industry for years, Amy Adler was familiar with the issue of shoe “schmutz,” the embarrassing buildup that can accumulate on the insoles of heels. Believing that a clean, con-

FITNESS

Formula for SUCCESS

Science meets fitness at West Palm Beach’s Outlive Labs , an exclusive highperformance studio that offers its members elite-level training and recovery tools.

“Unlike traditional gyms, we go beyond basic strength and cardio,” says owner Deborah Taylor. “Our approach integrates ultra high-end biohacking modalities that optimize both physical and cognitive performance.”

Outlive’s signature program, Elevate X, is designed for efficiency, longevity, and optimization. Its biohacking modalities include an energy platform

fident step starts on the inside, Adler set out to cre ate a solution for the problem and developed Schmutzes

“Schmutzes are a simple, effective solution to keep your ‘sole’ mates looking as flawless as you do,” says Adler, who is based in West Palm Beach.

Adler designed Schmutzes to refresh shoes without compromising their integrity. The wipes are safe enough to use on delicate leather and come in a package that is stylish enough to belong in any modern woman’s bag.

“From commutes to cocktails, life leaves its mark—but that doesn’t

that uses light, voltage, frequency, and PEMF therapy; infrared and redlight therapy; and breathwork and cold therapy. This formula aims to deliver faster results with reduced recovery times.

“Because Outlive Labs is a private, members-only studio, every participant is carefully selected to ensure alignment with our high-performance community,” explains Taylor. “This program is for those who want to train, recover, and perform at an elite level—without the wasted time or guesswork of traditional gyms.” (outlive labs.com) —L.G.S.

mean your shoes should suffer,” Adler says. “Schmutzes is for the woman who values her investment, her style, and her confidence. It’s a no-fuss, go-to solution that keeps up with her every step.” (schmutzes. com) —L.G.S.

Amy Adler (above center) created Schmutzes luxury insole cleansing wipes.

Outlive Labs’ Elevate X program features a cutting-edge circuit completed during a 50-minute session.

For over twenty-five years, Donna has used her clinical experience and expertise to help patients look and feel their best. At Ennis Plastic Surgery, Donna specializes in weight loss and injectable treatments and is well known in Boca Raton as “the gentle injector” due to her gentle touch and comfort when providing treatments.

• Double board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner

• AANP - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

• Licensed in the state of Florida as an Advanced

EXPERIENCE:

• Skin Consultation

Practice Nurse

Experience:

• Obagi Blue Peel

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• Skin Consultation

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UNCORK A NEW BEAUTY ROUTINE WITH SKIN CARE DERIVED FROM GRAPES, VINES, AND MORE

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

BRAD’S BEST

The ingredients in Beau Domaine’s skin care formulations are sourced from the Perrin family vineyards in France’s Rhône Valley—and touted by company co-founder and fellow vineyard owner Brad Pitt. With moisturizing and soothing properties, vitis vinifera (grape) fruit water serves as the base of The Cream ($99). Completely vegan and designed for both men and women, this formula aims to leave skin looking plumped, fi rm, rested, and radiant. (us.beau-domaine.com)

HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE

The French skin care company Caudalíe is a leader in vinotherapy, the practice of using wine byproducts to craft beauty products. The key ingredient in the brand’s Vinoperfect Brightening Dark Spot Serum ($82) is viniferine, a patented natural extract derived from vine sap that can fade dark spots and restore skin’s natural radiance. Apply the serum in the morning and evening to minimize the appearance of dark spots created by sun, acne, pregnancy, or age and reveal a visibly brighter and more even complexion. (us.caudalie.com)

Bio-Beauty

Alex Verier and Jérôme Moisan are the duo behind Pelegrims, a vineyardto-skin brand based in England. By partnering with Westwell Wines, an award-winning producer of still and sparkling wines in Kent, they have access to grape extracts and materials left over from the winemaking process to use in their products. In the Grape Leaf Sheet Mask ($53 for one-month supply), grape leaf extract, millet seed extract, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide work together to deliver firming, refreshing, and plumping results. (pelegrims.com)

ALL IN THE FAMILY

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IN KEEPING WITH ITS FARM-TO-TABLE APPROACH TO BEAUTY, FARMHOUSE FRESH’S BLACKBERRY WINE SUGAR LIP POLISH ($15) INCORPORATES MERLOT FROM GRAPES GROWN IN TEXAS ALONG WITH ORGANIC BLACKBERRIES FROM OREGON AND CANE SUGAR FROM GEORGIA. SIMPLY APPLY TO LIPS, GENTLY MASSAGE, AND THEN REMOVE WITH A DAMP CLOTH TO SOFTEN AND SOOTHE DRY LIPS WHILE SUPPLYING THEM WITH ANTIOXIDANTS AND ANTI-AGING BENEFITS COURTESY OF THE GRAPE’S NATURAL PHENOL, RESVERATROL. (FARMHOUSEFRESHGOODS.COM)

VINTNER’S DAUGHTER FOUNDER APRIL GARGIULO GREW UP IN A WINEMAKING FAMILY IN THE NAPA VALLEY, AND HER HERITAGE SHINES IN HER SKIN CARE PRODUCTS. THE WINNER OF MORE THAN 35 “BEST OF” AWARDS, GARGIULO’S ACTIVE BOTANICAL SERUM ($215) CONTAINS GRAPE SEED OIL (DERIVED FROM GRAPES PLUCKED FROM ESTATE VINES AND NEIGHBORING WINE REGIONS) TO HELP WITH HYDRATION, INFLAMMATION, AND ACNE. THE SERUM ALSO INCLUDES A LITANY OF OTHER BENEFICIAL OILS, SUCH AS ROSE, NEROLI, DANDELION, JASMINE, AND EVEN SUNFLOWER. (VINTNERSDAUGHTER.COM)

GOOD NATURE

Feast for the SENSES

RETHINK YOUR CULINARY ROUTINE BY INFUSING YOUR SHOPPING AND DINING PRACTICES WITH INTENTIONALITY

BY TAMMY FENDER

Each meal offers an invitation to transform what can be just another part of one’s daily routine into an experience of joy and connection.

For me, it begins by strolling through the farmers market on a Saturday morning, taking in the season’s lush array—the vibrant reds of ripe tomatoes, the deep greens of kale, and the sunny yellows of squash. I take inspiration from what looks most fresh and pulls me in.

Beyond the shopping list, intuition plays a curious role. When I’m drawn toward beets, beets are on the menu. When I’m pulled toward a beautiful selection of greens, I know that somewhere deep down that’s what I need. Of course, all these colors represent the wealth of what’s held inside—from

antioxidant-rich berries to anti-inflammatory golden turmeric. Indulging in a vast color palette (“eating the rainbow”) is a great way to support wellness and bring beauty into the everyday.

antioxidant-rich berries to anti-inflammatory golden tur-

At the same time, every item filling my basket tells a story of the land, the season, and the hands that nurtured it. Chatting with farmers and getting to know the people who provide such bounty to our community is part of the experience. And, as our most celebrated chefs know well, eating locally and with the seasons promises exceptional flavor.

(For this reason, I also love juicing, which transmits the pure vibrancy and aliveness of nature’s freshest fruits and vegetables and has been so healing and nourishing for our family.)

All these factors contribute to meals prepared with intention, those which help us reclaim the joy of eating in a world powered by rush and convenience. Whether I’m savoring a simple family lunch of mango and avocado salad tossed with microgreens and a squeeze of lime, or I’m out with friends sampling the incredible fare served by our wonderful local chefs, each dish is truly something to be grateful for, a pure expression of this coastal paradise. «

J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS, IAHRS

BALANCE

WEALTH

BITCOIN: BUBBLE OR BOOM?

THE

CRYPTOCURRENCY HIT

A RECORD

$109,000

AT THE BEGINNING OF THE YEAR. HOW HIGH CAN IT CLIMB AND HOW FAR CAN IT FALL?

BY JOE PYE

Leading cryptocurrency firms pumped tens of millions of dollars into Donald Trump’s campaign, hoping his administration would favor the digital money industry. Circle, Coinbase, Kraken, Ripple, and Robinhood made seven-figure donations.

Bitcoin, the most common cryptocurrency, hit a record high of $109,000 the day that Trump was sworn in as the forty-seventh president. But it fell in the weeks after, including a significant dip in March following Trump’s executive order establishing a U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve.

Investors and enthusiasts of the digital currency originally forecasted that gains would double this year: in its 2025 Cryptocurrency Investor Trends Survey, financial services company Motley Fool found that 68 percent of respondents who are invested in cryptocurrency believed that Bitcoin

would hit $200,000 by the end of 2025. But by mid-March, some analysts were warning of a Bitcoin crash and drawing parallels to its boom-bust cycle in 2021.

Fifteen years ago, William Luther, an associate professor of economics at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, would’ve laughed at the idea of a presidential candidate promising to make the “United States the crypto capital of the world.” Of course, back then, Bitcoin’s price was less than a $1.

Luther was one of the first academic researchers of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. By November 2013, Bitcoin had hit $1,000 and Luther had written two of the three research papers on Bitcoin available on the Social Science Research Network’s working papers repository. He’s watched it blossom from a fringe idea to a mainstream form of global currency.

“Bitcoin seems to be a bigger deal outside of nerdy monetary economic or techno libertarian circles,” Luther notes. “Around 2016, regular people started talking about Bitcoin. Things like government policy on Bitcoin seemed more possible than ever.”

Fast-forward to 2025, when President Trump appointed former PayPal COO David Sacks as “crypto and AI czar” to work with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and other federal agencies to provide “regulatory clarity” to the digital asset industry. During his first press conference, Sacks introduced the GENIUS Act, a bill to regulate stablecoins. But following Sacks’ announcements, the crypto markets responded negatively. While this doesn’t rule out future—more favorable—regulations, it does reinforce uncertainty.

“I’m cautiously optimistic because the prob-

ability of good things happening seems higher than just a few months ago. But, you know, they haven’t happened yet,” Luther says. “There’s a chance that they don’t happen. And conditional on those good things not happening, the price of Bitcoin can fall considerably.”

Clem Chambers, a globally recognized cryptocurrency expert who has called the last three Bitcoin cycles in Forbes, believes the price will fall hard this year.

The author of four Amazon best-selling finance investment books says he expects the price to drop between $30,000 and $40,000. He calls it a halving cycle. Since 2015, Bitcoin has followed a boom, bubble, and bust dynamic in which the price doubles and halves.

As Chambers describes: “Everybody waits, then they all pile in, and then they all hang off a grim death, and then it all falls off, and then they all give up, and it all collapses.” It’s a four-year cycle, he says.

Early in the year, Chambers felt Bitcoin would hit $125,000 tops. He sold at $100,000

when the market started to turn. Then the price began to fall—which he doesn’t see slowing down soon.

Chambers says money will be “running in reverse soon” and believes the United States is heading toward a recession. Trump’s tariffs and tough talks with U.S. allies don’t signal a safe time to gamble with investments.

“The circus is breaking down the tent and leaving town,” he says. “I don’t know that Bitcoin will survive the next cycle. Even with the boom, bubble, bust dynamic with crypto, you’re coming up with one of the biggest economic dislocations since Columbus showed up and gave everybody smallpox. It’s going to be FTX all over again.” «

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CULTURE

YOUR GUIDE TO THE HOTTEST HAPPENINGS THIS MONTH

PERFECT UNION

Decades of love and the art created through it will be celebrated as the Boca Raton Museum of Art unveils “Side by Side: The Artist Couple Bernstein and Meyerowitz.” Theresa Bernstein and William Meyerowitz were married for 62 years, and their works will be displayed the way they were created: side by side. Both Bernstein and Meyerowitz were renowned for their Realist, figurative portrayals of daily life in the early 1900s, from the bustling Lower East Side of Manhattan to the bucolic seaside artist colony in Gloucester, Massachusetts, where they spent summers. This show marks the first dual exhibition of the couple’s art, compiled from the collection of the late local philanthropist Edith Stein and her husband, Martin. More than 50 examples of the couple’s work, as well as portraits of their beloveds and works by Ashcan School friends and contemporaries Robert Henri, George Bellows, and John Sloane, will be on view from May 14 to May 10, 2026. (bocamuseum.org) —Abigail Duffy

Gloucester Waterfront with Firemen by Theresa Bernstein

Beach Babies by Theresa Bernstein

Town on a Lake by William Meyerowitz

Portrait of a Lady [Theresa Bernstein] by William Meyerowitz

ARTS & EVENTS

GOINGS ON

1 Night Market, Sanborn Square, Boca Raton, free. (myboca.us)

2 Fall Seven Times, Get Up Eight: The Japanese War Brides documentary film screening and discussion with director Katheryn Tolbert, Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, $7-$10. (morikami.org)

Golf Classic, benefiting YMCA of the Palm Beaches, Champion Course, PGA National Resort & Spa, Palm Beach Gardens, $375-$1,500. (ymcapalmbeaches.org)

Clockwise from top left: Pryor Fine Art will showcase works by Joy Taylor, like Straight Up and Spin, May 1-31; Paris Ballet and Dance will present “An Incredible Mixed Bill” at the Kravis Center May 11, plus an encore performance May 25; Rosenbaum Contemporary will set the scene for “Jim Stella: Over the Edge” May 13 to June 14; and “Ribbit the Exhibit II” closes at Mounts Botanical Garden May 25.

3 Family Fun: Children’s Day, Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, free with paid museum admission. (morikami.org)

Stories in the Park: Safari Sue, PGA National Park Playground, Palm Beach Gardens, free. (pbgfl.gov)

Turtle Trot 5K, Ocean Cay Park, Jupiter, $20-$50. (jupiter.fl.us)

4 Mother’s Day Tea, Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, $35$45. (pslbg.org)

5 Twilight Yoga at the Light, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, also May 12 and 19, $10-$15. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

7 Florida Voices: A Happier Life with Kristy Woodson Harvey, King Library, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, free. (fourarts.org)

Palm Beach County Residents Day, Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach, free. (mounts.org/events)

Sunset Tour, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, also May 14, 21, and 28, $20-$25. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

UP AND AWAY

Houston, we have a new exhibit! Cox Science Center and Aquarium in West Palm Beach invites guests of all ages to shoot for the stars in “Mission Aerospace,” a kid-friendly exhibition of aviation and aerospace history, on display May 9 to September 28. Visitors can try interactive activities that revolve around aerospace navigation, such as plotting courses and reading topographic maps. Young astronauts in the making will also get acquainted with cutting-edge tech, like rockets and satellites. (coxsciencecenter.org) —A.D.

PICKS 2

TWENTY LOCAL BANDS ACROSS TWO STAGES

ADDS UP TO THE FOURTH ANNUAL 561 MUSIC FESTIVAL , WHICH WILL TAKE OVER MEYER AMPHITHEATER IN DOWNTOWN WEST PALM BEACH MAY 3. CATCH PERFORMANCES BY MASON PACE, THE LITTLE THINGS, FUÁKATA, CLOSER TO THE OCEAN, AND MORE. THE FESTIVAL IS FREE TO ATTEND. (561MUSIC FESTIVAL.COM)

JUPITER TURNED 100 IN FEBRUARY, AND THE TOWN’S CENTENNIAL CELEBRATIONS WILL CONTINUE DURING THE TURTLE TROT 5K , RETURNING TO OCEAN CAY PARK MAY 3. RUNNERS OF ALL AGES ARE WELCOME TO LACE UP THEIR SNEAKERS FOR THIS 3.1-MILE MORNING RACE ALONG A1A. REGISTRATION IS $20-$50. (JUPITER.FL.US) —A.D.

See Laddie John Dill’s EST (Eastern Standard Time) from the series Silica Lightscape at the Norton Museum of Art from May 10 to October 19.

Wellness Wednesday: Yoga with Jess, Cornell Art Museum, Delray Beach, also May 14, 21, and 28, $8. (delrayold schoolsquare.com)

10 Art Tales: Sea Glass Summer by Michelle Houts and illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline, Boca Raton Museum of Art, $15-$25. (bocamuseum.org)

Loxahatchee River History Day, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, $8-$19. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

Mother’s Day Fashion Show and Tea Party, The Mall at Wellington Green, free. (shopwellingtongreen.com)

Mother’s Day Tea, Flagler Museum, Palm Beach, also May 11, $57-$85. (flaglermuseum.us)

“Prescribed Fire, Reigniting the Spark” lecture with environmental program supervisor Harper Carroll, Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach, $5-$25. (mounts. org/events)

World Bonsai Day, Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, free with paid museum admission. (morikami.org)

THESE EVENT DETAILS ARE CURRENT AS OF PRESS TIME, BUT PLEASE CONTACT THE VENUE OR PRESENTER FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION.

© LADDIE JOHN DILL COURTESY

CULTURE

11 Moonrise Tour, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, $20-$25. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

Mother’s Day at the Garden, Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach, free admission for mothers. (mounts.org/events)

12 HomeSafe’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament, Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club, Boca Raton, $625-$2,500. (helphomesafe.org)

13 “The Life, Presidency, and Post-Presidential Years of Jimmy Carter” lecture with Ronald Feinman, Vintage Gym, Old School Square, Delray Beach, $35. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

14 Children’s Story and Craft Time, Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, West Palm Beach, also May 31, free. (pbchistory.org)

Florida Voices: I’ve Tried Being Nice with Ann Leary, King Library, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, free. (fourarts.org)

“Town Hall Talk: Boomtime Boca – Boca Raton in the 1920s” with Susan Gillis, The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum, $10. (bocahistory.org)

15 Symphony Sessions: Lunch and Learn with Maestro Gerard Schwarz, Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, West Palm Beach, $125. (palmbeachsymphony.org)

«KEEPIN’ IT CULTURAL

Things may be slowing down around town, but art is still front and center at the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County in Lake Worth Beach. On May 23, stop by for the opening of “Andrea Sarcos: Remember Me as a Place,” which presents a photographic series of Sarcos’ family’s journey from Ecuador to the United States, and their evolution throughout. Other exhibitions on view this month include “Luciana Boaventura, Fragile Beauty: Steeped in Life,” to May 17; “Biennial 2025,” to June 20;

and “Urban Sketchers of Palm Beach County,” to June 27. May also signals the start of the Cultural Council’s annual MOSAIC (Month of Shows, Art, Ideas, and Culture) initiative, a monthlong showcase of the county’s arts and cultural institutions. More than 20 venues will offer exclusive “buy one, get one” admission deals and discounts on experiences. Plus, enjoy Open Studios at more than 100 artist studios throughout the Palm Beaches May 17-18. (palm beachculture.com) —A.D.

16 Art After Dark: Wellness Night, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, $5-$10. (norton.org)

“Petals and Paradise: A Plumeria Tour and Presentation” with expert horticulturist Joel Crippen, Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach, $20-$30. (mounts.org/events)

Tot Time: Summer Splash, Mirsaol Center, Palm Beach Gardens, $20-$25. (pbgfl.gov)

17 Palm Beach County Open Studios, various locations in Palm Beach County, also May 18, free. (openstudiospbc.com)

18 Family Fun: Sumo Wrestling Game, Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, free with paid museum admission. (morikami.org)

21 Art Talk: Art and Innovation – A Journey of Experimentation, Vero Beach Museum of Art, $12. (vbmuseum.org)

Florida Voices: Of Slash Pines and Manatees: A Highly Selective Field Guide to My Suburban Wilderness with Andrew Furman, King Li-

brary, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, free. (fourarts.org)

22 Recipe for Delicious Summer Reading: Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly by Anthony Bourdain with Roberta Sabban, King Library, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, free. (fourarts.org)

24 Mandel Fan Fest, Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (wpb.org/mandel fanfest)

Pirate and Fairy Festival, McKee Botanical Garden, Vero Beach, free with paid admission. (mckeegarden.org)

25 Centennial Celebration Weekend Drone Show, Boca Raton Innovation Campus, free. (myboca.us)

Frogtastic Family Fun Day and Final Day of “Ribbit the Exhibit II,” Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (mounts. org/events)

Sensory Sensitive Morning, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, $5. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

Clockwise from left: See Le Chat Master by George Bayer in “Biennial 2025”; Bicentennial Park by Carl Stoveland in “Urban Sketchers of Palm Beach County”; and exhibitions of works by Luciana Boaventura and Andrea Sarcos.

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26 Memorial Day, Boca Raton Cemetery, free. (myboca.us)

Memorial Day Ceremony, Veterans Memorial, Jupiter, free. (jupiter.fl.us)

Memorial Day Ceremony, Veterans Plaza Amphitheater, Palm Beach Gardens, free. (pbgfl.gov)

27 Sound Bath Experience, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, $39. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

29 Recipe for Delicious Summer Reading: The Devil in the Kitchen: Sex, Pain, Madness, and the Making of a Great Chef by Marco Pierre White with Roberta Sabban, King Library, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, free. (fourarts.org)

PERFORMANCES

1 As It Is in Heaven, Fern Street Theatre, Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, to May 3, $10$20. (pba.edu)

Dry Powder, Delray Beach Playhouse, to May 4, $59$69. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra, The Wick Theatre & Costume Museum, Boca Raton, to May 18, $79-$119. (thewicktheatre.com)

Spotlight on Young Musicians, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $12-$15. (kravis.org)

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Maltz Jupiter

Theatre, to May 4, $65. (jupitertheatre.org)

2 Art After Dark: The Smoogies, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, $5$10. (norton.org)

Beautiful The Carole King Musical, Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach, to May 11, contact for ticket prices. (riversidetheatre.com)

First Friday at 5: No Big Deal Band, Centennial Park and Amphitheater, Boynton Beach, free. (boynton-beach.org)

Legally Blonde: The Musical, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, also May 3, $17-$27. (sunrisetheatre.com)

The Smoogies, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $30-$35. (artsgarage.org)

Palm Beach Atlantic University Kaleidoscope Concert, DeSantis Family Chapel, Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, $15. (pba.edu)

New World Symphony with violinist Gil Shaham, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $35-$95. (kravis.org)

3 561 Music Festival, Meyer Amphitheater, West Palm Beach, free. (561musicfestival.com)

Elev8hope Lip Sync Battle, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $75-$150. (lyrictheatre.com)

The Monkey King: A Kung Fu Musical, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $18. (artsgarage.org)

4 Choral Society of the Palm Beaches’ 2025 Young Artist Vocal Competition, Lakeside Presbyterian Church, West Palm Beach, $25. (choralsocietypalmbeaches.org)

Firefall, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $60. (lyrictheatre.com)

Young Singers of the Palm Beaches presents “Many Voices, One Song,” Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $15-$65. (kravis.org)

6 Kenny G Live, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $40-$130. (kravis.org)

9 Art After Dark: Seafoam Walls, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, $5-$10. (norton.org)

Clockwise from above: Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum will set the scene for Twilight Yoga at the Light May 5, 12, and 19; a Sound Bath Experience May 27; and Sunset Tours May 7, 14, 21, and 28.

10 The Allman Revival: A Tribute to The Allman Brothers, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $45-$50. (artsgarage.org)

Master Chorale of South Florida presents “American Voices,” St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church, Boca Raton, $40-$60. (masterchoraleofsouthflorida.org)

One Night of Queen performed by Gary Mullen and The Works, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $59-$75. (sunrisetheatre.com)

Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches presents “The Commander Returns” featuring Stephen Giove, Duncan Theatre, Lake Worth Beach; also May 17, Eissey Campus Theatre, Palm Beach Gardens, $25. (symphonicband.org)

11 Paris Ballet and Dance presents “An Incredible Mixed Bill,” Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $25-$55. (kravis.org)

The Rocket Man Show starring Rus Anderson: A Tribute to Elton John, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $35-$80. (kravis.org)

13 Sunset Concerts in the Gallery: Young Artists of the Treasure Coast Youth Symphony, Court House Cultural Center, Stuart, $5. (martinarts.org)

14 Breaking Benjamin and Staind, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $65. (westpalmbeachamphitheatre.com)

15 The Dave Matthews Tribute Band, The Amphitheatre, Old School Square, Delray Beach, $10-$50. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

Something Rotten Jr., Fern Street Theatre, Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, to May 18, $20. (pba.edu)

16 Finding Nemo: Kids, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, contact for ticket prices. (jupitertheatre.org)

Melody of My Soul: Gipsy Nation by Gyorgy Nation, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $65-$100. (kravis.org)

17 Gospel Gala featuring Yolanda Davis, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $25-$85. (kravis.org)

The James Baines by John Dinsdale is on view in “Nautical Paintings” at Findlay Galleries beginning May 1.

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Legends on the Lawn: Dark Side of the Sol, Canyon Amphitheater, Boynton Beach, free. (pbcparks.com)

Magic and Mayhem Live: Witness the Impossible, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $29-$45. (kravis.org)

Ultimate Floyd Tribute: An Evening with Pink Floyd, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $45-$50. (artsgarage.org)

18 Duane Betts and Palmetto Motel, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $45. (lyrictheatre.com)

Masterworks Chorus of the Palm Beaches presents “An American Songbook Review,” Royal Poinciana Chapel, Palm Beach, $35-$150. (masterworkspb.org)

19 Palm Beach Symphony presents “The Encore” featuring pianist Kevin Kenner, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $25-$95. (kravis.org)

The Shee Gees: The All-Female Tribute to The Bee Gees, Delray Beach Playhouse, also May 20, $49. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

21 Dangerous Instruments, Palm Beach Dramaworks, West Palm Beach, to June 1, $72-$107. (palm beachdramaworks.org)

23 Art After Dark: Eric Olsen, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, $5-$10. (norton.org)

Cimafunk, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $35-$95. (kravis.org)

24 Centennial Celebration Weekend Concert, Mizner Park, Boca Raton, free. (myboca.us)

25 Paris Ballet and Dance presents “Another Great Mixed Bill,” Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $40. (kravis.org)

The Robert Sharon Chorale presents “Spring Fling,” DeSantis Family Chapel, Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (rschorale.com)

30 The Alter Eagles: The Definite Eagles Tribute Band, Delray Beach Playhouse, $45. (delray beachplayhouse.com)

Art After Dark: Los Wizzards, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, $5-$10. (norton.org)

Tito Puente Jr., Arts Garage, Delray Beach, also May 31, $50-$55. (artsgarage.org)

31 Combo Show: Steve Miller Band and Doo-

Arts Garage will set the stage for a performance by The

bie Brothers Tribute, Delray Beach Playhouse, $45. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

Lee Allen as Mr. Din-O-Mite presents: “Live” Dino Safari Comedy Magic Show, Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach, free with paid admission. (coxsciencecenter.org)

GALLERIES

Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach. “Alex Katz: Portraits and Landscapes – Through the Seasons,” in collaboration with Sponder Gallery and Norton Museum of Art, through June; “Old Friends,” to June 30. (ansg.org)

Armory Art Center, West Palm Beach. “Hermes Berrio: Life or Something Like It,” to May 9. (armoryart.org)

Artist’s Eye Gallery, Delray Beach. “Paintbrush Hearts,” to May 18. (lwartleague.org)

Boca Raton Museum of Art. “Side by Side: The Artist Couple Bernstein and Meyerowitz,” May 14 to May 10, 2026; “Donald Farnsworth: The Parma Portraits (The Kindness of Strangers),” to Aug. 3; “Glasstress

Boca Raton 2025,” to Oct. 12; “Legacy: Gifts from the Mayers and Friedman Collections,” to Oct. 26. (bocamuseum.org)

City Hall Lobby, Sandhill Crane Golf Clubhouse, and Tennis & Pickleball Center,  Palm Beach Gardens. “Chelsi Smith: The Color of Wheat,” to May 15; “Ilene Gruber Adams: Chromatic Convergence: An Abstract Odyssey,” May 19 to Aug. 14; “Marcelle Zanetti: Ephemeral Moments in Realism,” to May 27; “Dr. Helga Jensen Ruopp: Florida Fauna and…,” to May 28; “Sonia Sousa: Feathered Friends,” May 29 to Aug. 19. (pbgfl.com)

Cornell Art Museum, Delray Beach. “Reflections by Andrés López,” to June 6; “Icons of Art Italian Mosaic Portraits,” to June 15; “Mirror, Mirror: Celebrating Women in the Arts,” to July 6. (delrayoldschoolsquare. com/cornell)

Court House Cultural Center, Stuart. “Marvin S. Cone Thirty-Ninth Annual High School Juried Art Show,” to June 21. (martinarts.org)

Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach. “Mission Aerospace Exhibit,” May 9 to Sept. 28. (coxsciencecenter.org)

Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, Lake Worth Beach. “Luciana Boaventura, Fragile Beauty: Steeped in Life,” to May 17; “Andrea Sarcos: Remember Me as a Place,” May 23 to June 27; “Biennial 2025,” to June 20; “Urban Sketchers of Palm Beach County,” to June 27. (palmbeachculture.com)

Elliott Museum, Stuart. “Coastal Colors Paint Out Exhibit,” to May 16; “A Force of Nature: The Ralph Papa Plein Air Collection,” to July 25; “UFOs: Denial, Disclosure, and Discernment,” to Aug. 31. (hsmc-fl.com)

Findlay Galleries, Palm Beach. “Nautical Paintings,” May 1 to June 12; “Belynda Henry,” to May 15. (findlaygalleries.com)

Smoogies (right), as well as The Monkey King: A Kung Fu Musical (below), both on May 3.

Flagler Museum, Palm Beach. “The Ethereal Worlds of Maxfield Parrish,” to May 25. (flaglermuseum.us)

Gavlak Gallery, West Palm Beach. “Beyond Boundaries: The Multidimensional Art of Lynda Benglis” and “Spotlight: Nancy Lorenz,” both to May 31. (gavlak gallery.com)

Helen M. Salzberg Gallery, Palm Beach State College, Palm Beach Gardens. “Annual Student Art Show,” to June 12. (palmbeachstate.edu)

Holden Luntz Gallery, Palm Beach. “A New Dimension in Photography: The Vibrancy of Color and Light,” to May 10. (holdenluntz.com)

Kristin Hjellegjerde, West Palm Beach. “Houda Terjuman,” “Kimathi Mafafo,” “KV Doung,” “Luella Bartley,” and “Makiko Harris,” to May 17; “Audun Alvestad,” “Hiva Alizadeh,” “Kwadwo a Asiedu,” “Andre Hemer,” and “Zayn Qahtani,” May 23 to Sept. 6. (kristinhjellegjerde.com)

Lighthouse ArtCenter, Tequesta. “Roadside Reveries,” to Aug. 1. (lighthousearts.org)

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach. “Japanese War Brides: Across a Wide Divide,” May 3 to Aug. 17; “The Art of Peace: Jizai Okimono from a Private Collection,” to Sept. 28. (morikami.org)

Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach. “Ribbit the Exhibit II,” to May 25. (mounts.org)

Mtn Space, Lake Worth Beach. “Melissa DelPrete,” to May 24. (mtnspace.com)

Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach. “Laddie John Dill: Eastern Standard Time,” May 10 to Oct. 19; “Dreamland: The Intriguing World of the Subconscious,” to May 17; “Art of the World: Calligraphy and Chinese Artists” and “Surroundings: Video Encounters of Nature,” both to June 29; “Blur / Obscure / Distort: Photography and Perception,” to July 20; “Artists’ Jewelry: From Cubism to Pop, the Diane Venet Collection,” to Oct. 5. (norton.org)

Palm Room Art Gallery & Artisans Boutique, Sewall’s Point, Stuart. “Tropical Temptations,” May 7 to June 28. (martinartisansguild.org)

Pryor Fine Art, West Palm Beach. “Joy Taylor,” May 1-31. (pryorfineart.com)

RC2 Gallery and Rosenbaum Contemporary, Boca Raton. “Hunt Slonem: Expressions of Spring,” to May 10; “Jim Stella: Over the Edge,” May 13 to June 14. (rosenbaumcontemporary.com)

Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, West Palm Beach. “Wish You Were Here: Tourism in the Palm Beaches,” to June 28. (pbchistory.org)

The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum. “Boca Raton 1925-2025: Addison Mizner’s Legacy,” to May 30. (bocahistory.org)

Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, Delray Beach. “Water Works: Distillations,” to Sept. 21; “Portrait of Ozie Franklin Youngblood: A Man of the Twentieth Century,” through October. (spadymuseum.com)

Vero Beach Museum of Art. “French Moderns: Monet to Matisse,” to June 22; “Timeless: Robert Farber’s Fashion Photography,” to Aug. 31; “Well-Dressed: Artworks from the Permanent Collection,” to Sept. 14. (vbmuseum.org)

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County WHAT: Palm Beach Picnic WHERE: The Royal Poinciana Plaza, Palm Beach

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FARRAH SCOTT, COLLIN ADAMS, FARLEY RENTSCHLER

LORI BERG, ADAM GOLD

DASHA ANA MELGAREJO, LORENZO BORGHESE

KATIE STURINO, CAMILLE MURPHY KUBICEK

JENNIFER THOMASON, TERRY DUFFY, DAPHNE NIKOLOPOULOS

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ALL ABOUT LIZ

WHO: Palm Beach

Illustrated WHAT: Dinner honoring Liz Lange

WHERE: Swifty’s, The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach

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LIZ LANGE, TERRY DUFFY, DAPHNE NIKOLOPOULOS

TIM QUINN WITH ARTHUR

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LIZ LANGE, DAPHNE NIKOLOPOULOS

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PALM BEACH DINNER

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BLAIR AND BRADY HOOKER

MINNIE PULITZER MCCLUSKEY, SISSY ARMSTRONG

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OUT & ABOUT

1. WHO: Center for Creative Education WHAT: Spring Dinner WHERE: Club Colette, Palm Beach

2. WHO: Place of Hope WHAT: Second Annual Light in the Shadows Anti-Human Trafficking Luncheon WHERE: The Mar-a-Lago Club, Palm Beach

SUSAN AND DOM TELESCO

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CATHLEEN WARD, NICK PÉREZ, JAY PHILLIP PARKER, TERRY DUFFY

KAIT AND JAKE NICHOLAS

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6. WHO: The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research WHAT: Palm Beach Luncheon WHERE: The Beach Club, Palm Beach 7. WHO: Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce WHAT: Dental Healing Arts Tenth Anniversary Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony WHERE: Dental Healing Arts, Jupiter 8. WHO: The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering WHAT: Inaugural Palm Beach Lunch WHERE: Club Colette, Palm Beach

CLAUDIA TAYLOR OVERSTROM, EMILIA FANJUL PFEIFLER, CAROL BROWN, CLAIRE CAPELLO, PAGE HOPKINS, HELENA MARTINEZ

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DEAR LIZ

BY LIZ LANGE ILLUSTRATIONS BY LISA KAW

Dear Liz,

I’m spending the weekend in Palm Beach for the first time. What should I pack to wear?

You probably are thinking beach vacay: sundresses, flip-flops, bathing suits, and I’m all set. But that probably won’t cut it in our fair town. People in Palm Beach dress up, so this is an opportunity to bring your fun and fancy clothing. I find the easiest pieces to pack are those that do double or even triple duty. I’m talking about fabulous kaftans to don during the day, while walking Worth Avenue or The Royal, paired with a cute pair of slides. Come nighttime, swap the slides for higher sandals and big costume jewelry and head to dinner at Swifty’s. Bring a wrap or cardigan for chillier evenings as well as a few shorter dresses or skirts—whatever length you prefer.

When in Palm Beach, wear prints, patterns, and fun colors. We are not NYC, and women don’t dip themselves in all black here. Channel the socialites who glamourized our town in decades past—C.Z. Guest, Lilly Pulitzer, Jackie O, Gloria Guinness, Babe Paley, Wendy Vanderbilt—and you can’t go wrong. As they say, a picture is worth a thousand words, so pick up a copy of Slim Aarons’ iconic book of photographs, A Wonderful Time, and consider it goals!

Dear Liz,

I am terrible at remembering names and faces. I panic over it in social settings. What should I do?

I am surprised so many people find this one difficult as there’s an easy fix. When you are introduced to someone or run into someone “new” just say, “Nice to see you,” rather than, “Nice to meet you.” That’s it! It works because “Nice to see you” is also technically true—it is nice to see them whether you are meeting for the first time or have met several times before.

I believe that good manners are about making people feel comfortable. So, I find it rude to tell someone who doesn’t seem to remember you that you have already met several times. That comes off as a reprimand and makes the person who forgot feel embarrassed. I get it, you are insulted that they don’t remember you, but that is still no excuse to create an awkward situation.

When this does happen—and we’ve all been there—it’s best to diffuse the situation by offering a compliment. Try, “Oh, I thought that was you, but you look so young that I figured I must be mistaken!” Or use humor, which is what I do to excuse my husband, who forgets faces all the time. When he introduces himself to a couple we’ve recently had dinner with (yes, this has happened!), I laugh and say, “You must understand, he basically introduces himself to me each morning!” At this point everyone relaxes, and all is well. XO,

XO,

NICKMELE

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