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33 WE TRIED

The art of the bouquet with Lewis Miller

34 RECREATION

Hands-on hobbies across the county

36 AROUND TOWN

A high-tech way to experience downtown West Palm Beach, a guide to the region’s secret spots, and a local children’s museum debuts a new exhibit

38 Q&A

Dr. Uma Naidoo’s insight into the relationship between food and mental health

40 PROFILE

Sybille Canthal reflects on the power of public art 42 GUIDE

Exploring Juno Beach

Trekking with mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park 62

Checking in at Vero Beach’s Costa d’Este 64 HIGH ROAD

Why Range Rovers are the SUV to beat 66

Sabre’s 38 Salon Express is built to slice

128 SEASONED WITH STYLE

Calming the body so the mind can follow

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What our editors are wearing to bed

A delicious twist on everyday jewelry

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Edible Kentucky Derby hats 100 LOCAL BITES

How to dine at The Vineta, a hot sauce with local roots, and more 106 SIP WITH PBI

A glamorous cocktail à la mode

Milk is making a comeback

The gloriousness of the garden at night

A bungalow with a citrus essence

Rococo decor reimagined for 2026

Setting the bar for allergy safety in Florida

Pro pickleball comes to Palm Beach, the 411 on concierge science, and more

An exhibition of works by Frédéric Bruly Bouabré opens at the Boca Raton Museum of Art

What to see and do this month SOCIAL STUDIES 143 PALM BEACH MAGAZINE

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BEHIND THE SCENES

“Iron Mike” has a softer, more playful side—not to mention a sense of humor that’s often self-deprecating. To wit: the cannabis gummies made by his company, Tyson 2.0, are earshaped. Page 68.

WITH A PASSION

Watching Mike Tyson fight, one could easily form an opinion of what he’s like, in and out of the ring. Fierce comes to mind. Or formidable. Definitely larger than life. Meeting “the baddest man on the planet” in person is a different experience entirely. This past winter, our PBI crew met the former pro boxer at his home in Delray Beach to document a different side of him. Though there were plenty of references to his awesome, decades-long career (yes, he has a boxing ring at home), we were more interested in capturing a gentleness that borders on spirituality, a side that comes out when he is with his birds.

Let me explain. Mike raises and flies hundreds of pigeons in various locations, including several dozen that live in custom pigeon coops in his Delray backyard. When he craves a meditative moment, he’s out there with his birds—feeding them, flying them, calling them home. It’s a passion he’s cultivated since boyhood, when he befriended pigeons in the rough neighborhood of his youth. One of the birds was even responsible for his decision to become a boxer, as he tells our writer, Linda Marx. Turn to “Fight or Flight” on page 68 for the full story, as well as the GOAT’s reflections on his career, lessons learned, and family life right here in Palm Beach County.

This month, we also feature a locavore’s guide to food and drink using homegrown ingredients and locally made spirits. From exotic specimens from a local mushroom farm to salt harvested from our own shores, our regional ingredients star in recipes you’ll want to reproduce on repeat. Feel the “Local Love,” and support our very own brands and farms, by turning to page 82.

If you prefer to grow your own, I invite you to check out Abigail Duffy’s information-packed story on edible landscapes and why they’re important to your health and the planet’s. We visit a Delray Beach “food forest,” share recipes from an Ayurvedic chef and nutritional health coach, and talk with edible-garden designers in our community. Learn how to cultivate edible plants at home, and how to take advantage of their health benefits, by turning to “Forage Your Garden” on page 76.

Enjoy the issue!

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Our crew at work (clockwise from top left): Mike Tyson and me; Deborah Koepper applies powder; Will Fritz (left) and Nathan Coe capture the cover shot.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

IN THE ROTATION

This month’s missive was going to start with breakfast. Breakfast at Howley’s, to be exact. With the impossibly incredibly amazing breakfast potatoes that arrived alongside my omelet, to be even more specific. But that dining impression will have to wait on other restaurant news that has come to our attention as this issue heads to press.

While interviewing for a position with this magazine back in 2005, I met the then group publisher, William Wehrman, for lunch at City Cellar. It was my first time dining there, since I lived in Miami at the time. Immediately, I noticed that despite the 1:30 start time, the dining room was packed. The meeting went well… I am still here 21 years later.

For me, that meeting was the first of many hosted at City Cellar with prospective clients, vendors, contributors, and an army of folks connected to this magazine. Our management team dined there at least once a week through the late aughts. When my wife, Lauren, and I moved to West Palm Beach in 2019, we had a standing Monday-night reservation in a back booth with Daughter No. 1 and the future fiancé.

The restaurant’s general manager, Michael “Iggy” Ignatowicz, would visit with us to talk dinner specials, wine pairings, and business.

By now you’ve probably heard that this venerable CityPlace location is closing toward the end of the month. It’s almost impossible to comprehend that in the middle of the Wall Street South boom this beloved businesslunch destination will soon serve its last. Post-pandemic, you could feel the shift in lunchtime schedules and how the dining vibe has changed. Which brings me back to my opening breakfast thought.

Howley’s is not often “in the rotation” when Mrs. Duffy and I are planning dining excursions. A Saturday brunch invite and potatoes with skins crisped like kettle-cooked potato chips wrapping a pillow of carbohydrate joy changed that. It was a delicious reminder of the depth of restaurant quality we enjoy across the Palm Beaches. You should be eating whatever the veal special is tonight at Maison Carlos, the Le Puy lentil salad and steak frites at Pistache, or the osso buco Milanese at Renato’s. And that’s just dinner.

Sure, we all have our favorite spots—the “go-to” selections that make short work of those routine “Where should we go for dinner?” conversations. I encourage you to read in a little deeper this issue and perhaps visit our monthly selection of dining options beginning on page 99. You will surely find a spot that has been out of your own dining rotation for too long. Maybe for dinner, lunch, or even breakfast. The staff will be pleased to see you and do everything they can to bring you back again and again.

Until the next one,

Terry Duffy tduffy@palmbeachmedia.com

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PALM BEACH POLICE & FIRE RESCUE BALL

WHO: Palm Beach Police & Fire Foundation WHAT: Palm Beach Police & Fire Rescue Ball WHERE: The Mar-a-Lago Club, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: Nearly 800 guests came together for an evening of cocktails, dinner, awards, and a live auction. The twentieth-anniversary, Roaring Twenties–themed gala raised a record-breaking $8.3 million in support of Palm Beach police officers and firefighters.

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TOMMY MOTTOLA, AMY AND THE HONORABLE JOHN PHELAN

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For the first time in more than two decades, Palm Beach County welcomes a new private golf community. At Panther National, Signature Estate Homes and expansive homesites border a vast nature preserve and the only championship course co-designed by Jack Nicklaus and Justin Thomas. Fine dining and world-class amenities complete a lifestyle defined by excellence—on and off the course.

Panther National repeats as Golfweek’s No. 1 Residential Golf Course in Florida for 2026, rising to No. 4 Nationally.

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PRESERVATION FOUNDATION DINNER DANCE

WHO: Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach WHAT: FortyFourth Annual Dinner Dance WHERE: Bradley Park, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: The Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach welcomed more than 400 guests to the dinner dance, raising over $4 million in support of the foundation’s mission to advocate, educate, and invest in the Town of Palm Beach’s architectural, botanical, and cultural heritage.

U.S. SENATOR RICK SCOTT AND ANN SCOTT

ELECTRA TOUB, PETER SOROS, MARGOT BUSH

PAUL AND BETSY SHIVERICK, DANIELLE DEL SOL AND RAMSEY GREEN

MISH TWORKOWSKI, LIZA MAUCK

SUZANNE AND WOODY JOHNSON

FERNANDO WONG AND TIM JOHNSON, ROBERT RUFINO

LYNNE WHEAT, NICOLA MARCUS, AMY PHELAN

EMILIA AND JOSE PEPE FANJUL

HILARY AND WILBUR ROSS

AMY BAIER, ALINA DE ALMEIDA, ANDREA WYNN

CALLIE BAKER HOLT, TED COONEY CAPEHART

PALM BEACH HEART BALL

WHO: American Heart Association

WHAT: Palm Beach Heart Ball

WHERE: The Breakers, Palm Beach

HIGHLIGHTS: Donning their finest pops of red, 500 guests danced the night away to celebrate and support the American Heart Association’s lifesaving work. Donors helped raise a record-breaking $3 million for heart and brain research during the seventy-first annual ball, which was themed Let Your Heart Soar.

SEAN HANNITY AND AINSLEY EARHARDT, SUSAN AND BOB WRIGHT

ARLETTE GORDON, MICHELLE JAMINET

TARA AND CHRISTOPHER VECELLIO

CATHRYN AND ARMIN OSKOUEI

MELISSA SULLIVAN

JOSEPH AND MAX MCNAMARA

VIRGINIA OATLEY, MADISON OATLEY

KATHY BLEZNAK

TOM MIHALJEVIC, KATHRYN AND LEO VECELLIO

SHARLEEN AND MAURICE MORADOF

ANDY AND MARIE UNANUE

PHIL GEORGE AND ILONA PONOMARIOVA

A Brilliant Move

WINTER HAT LUNCHEON

WHO: Spoons Across America

WHAT: Second Annual Winter Hat Luncheon WHERE: Café Boulud, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: Hosted by Katherine Gage Boulud and the Winter Hat Luncheon Benefit Committee, the sophisticated afternoon of fine dining and philanthropy supported Spoons Across America’s mission to provide hands-on food education to more than 112,000 children across the United States.

ASHLEY ZACHEM, TERRY DUFFY, STACEY LEULIETTE COFFIN

KATHERINE LANDE, KALETA BLAFFER JOHNSON, ELISABETH MUNDER, MICHELE HEARY, NOLAN GREENWALD, CHRISTINA MACFARLAND, KATHERINE GAGE BOULUD, CATHERINE CAREY, TARA VECELLIO, ELIZABETH MEIGHER, KRISTIN URRUTIA

KATHERINE LANDE, MIRA FAIN

MARGARET CALDWELL, DANIELLE ROLLINS

KATHERINE GAGE BOULUD

NICK MELE, SARAH WETENHALL

NICOLE NOONAN, RAINA MIRANDA, NICOLE SALMASI, VALERIE COOPER

JACQUELINE FERRO, CASSIDY CHRISTIAN, MOLLY SIMMONS, KRISTIN URRUTIA, ELISABETH MUNDER, STEPHANIE LANASA

JOHNNA POMASAN, NELLY LUMIA, CAITLIN MARCH, CLARA LORMANT

KATHERINE GAGE BOULUD, CATHERINE O’NEAL

OLD BAGS LUNCHEON

WHO: Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County WHAT: Old Bags Luncheon WHERE: The Breakers, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: The twenty-seventh annual signature event blended fashion, philanthropy, and social engagement. This year’s celebrity speaker was Priscilla Presley, a cultural icon, actress, and philanthropist who brought her singular story and passion for advocacy to Palm Beach. The highlighted It Bag designer was RobertJames.

KIM DRYER, RUCHI KOTAHWALA

TODD L’HERROU, ALYSSA D. QUINLAN

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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION LUNCHEON

WHO: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties WHAT: Thirteenth Annual Founders Luncheon

WHERE: Kravis Center, West Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: This year’s luncheon, themed Hope for Hunger, welcomed more than 600 guests and raised over $150,000 in support of the organization’s mission to address the region’s most pressing challenges, including advancing reliable access to healthy, affordable food throughout Palm Beach and Martin counties.

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NOEL MARTINEZ, RUTH MAGERIA

RENAY AND BILL MEYER

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THE PALM BEACH SHOW OPENING NIGHT

WHO: Palm Beach Show Group WHAT: The Palm Beach Show Opening Night Preview Party WHERE: Palm Beach County Convention Center, West Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: The much-anticipated preview welcomed VIPs including collectors, curators, art enthusiasts, tastemakers, and interior designers from around the world for a first glimpse of the show’s jewelry, art, antique, and design offerings.

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ELAINE KAY, MARA NEW

SUSAN MALLOY, GUY DAVIS, AUDREY GRUSS

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Young families are facing homelessness and are desperate for a safe place to call home. We cannot let them suffer anymore.

Together with Place of Hope we have launched a campaign to break this cycle.

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Generational Health is a bold, forward-looking commitment to care for our community across every age, every stage, and every moment that matters. It is both a philosophy and a promise: to deliver the right care, at the right time, today, and for generations to come.

As the only independent, not-for-profit health system in the region, philanthropy makes this vision possible. Every dollar raised through the Generational Health campaign is reinvested directly back into the important work we do.

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THE INSIDE TRACK TO EVERYTHING PALM BEACH

WE TRIED IT

FOR THE LOVE OF FLOWERS

Watching Lewis Miller arrange ﬂowers is a little like following the movements of a symphony: an overture of roses, the delicate leggiero of an anemone, a thistle coming in with a contrapunto.

Trying to keep up with him is another story. At least, that’s what I think as I attempt to separate my callas from my carnations at Miller’s ﬂower-arranging class. I keep one eye on his composition—a magnum opus, by any standard—and another on my uninspired tangle of stems. So many questions: How did he pull off that sophisticated cascade of hellebores? Why are my English roses drooping? And why are my ranunculuses ﬁghting my peonies?

The answer to all comes down to the simple fact that Miller is a maestro whose work transcends the quotidian. Trying to imitate his style is not easy for a mere mortal, but his mini master classes do help. In teaching the principles of ﬂoral design, he breaks it down into composition, color, texture, shape, and movement. At ﬁrst, it’s hard to grasp, but eventually it clicks—and when it does, bouquets look more organic, more effortless. Like a concerto that hits all the right notes.

Classes are offered periodically for a maximum of 16 students. Prices range from $275 to $395 and include the ﬁnished arrangement. Call 561-425-5525 for more details. (lewismillerdesign.com/palm-beach) —Daphne Nikolopoulos

Turn the page to discover more hands-on hobbies to try out across the

People pictured, clockwise from above: Lewis Miller; Catherine Cooney Yeatman and Cathy Cooney; Daphne Nikolopoulos.

Palm Beaches.

RECREATION

HANDS-ON HOBBIES

GET SCHOOLED AT THESE FUN LOCAL CLASSES

BY SKYE SHERMAN

Stitch in Time

Shell Yeah

Get your shell on at Palm Beach Regency in West Palm Beach, which frequently hosts shell art workshops (the next ones are slated for May 10 and June 4). Attendees savor snacks and refreshments while learning how to make a home or fashion accessory, from clutches to napkin rings. Want to try the craft at home? Palm Beach Regency sells a DIY shell clutch kit on its website. (palmbeachregency.com)

EVEN MORE SHELLS

Sew, sip, and settle in with Sip & Stitch at Lycette Designs on Palm Beach, hosted on the second Wednesday of each month from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The programming invites needlepoint lovers of all levels to work on their own projects together while enjoying light bites and refreshments. No ticket required—bring your own work in progress or begin something new. (lycettedesigns.com)

Clay Play

Hit the clay at Avenue Pottery during the West Palm Beach studio’s building sessions, “Meet the Wheel” classes, and more. Also on offer: Saturday kids’ workshops and a four-class wheel series on Thursday evenings. Prefer to take the studio for a spin on your own? Book a private lesson or party for you and your crew. Or give up and just shop the stunning ceramics made by Avenue Pottery founder Lani Goodrich. (avenuepottery.com)

Needle Drop

Whether you’re casting on for the first time or ready to tackle a wardrobe staple, Lake Park’s Knitting Concierge has a class for that. The shop offers monthly intro courses like Knitting 101 and Crochet 101 alongside skill-building workshops such as “My First Sweater,” guiding makers from basics to beautifully finished pieces. (knittingconcierge.com)

Palm Beach’s most quietly coveted accessory isn’t a handbag but a wall hanging. For decades, Minnie Pulitzer’s signature hand-painted faux turtle shells have graced some of the island’s most beautiful homes. Now, in-the-know tastemakers like Cece Bowman and Amanda Reynal are shining a brighter spotlight on Pulitzer’s Tropical Tortuga creations—though with no formal website and limited social media presence, their allure is refreshingly analog. Pulitzer creates her Tropical Tortuga shells using sustainable molds and hand-poured resin, resulting in a piece that’s lightweight yet durable. She then paints every pattern by hand, layering in tortoisey colors and materials she’s refined over years of experimentation. The result is heirloom-quality decor imbued with a local story. The shells are available in eight sizes, from 12 to 37 inches tall, and can be purchased at Living with Ivey on Palm Beach or via Instagram. (instagram.com/ tropicaltortugadesigns)

KEY TO THE CITY EXPLORE

Your next downtown stroll just got a high-tech upgrade thanks to the City of West Palm Beach’s new digital dimension. The West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority partnered with app developer Hoverlay to launch DowntownWPB Unlocked, an immersive augmented reality walking tour that transforms more than 30 sites (including civic landmarks, public art, retailers, and restaurants) into interactive storytelling hubs. Using the free app, visitors can follow a digital map through downtown, unlocking videos, soundscapes, animations, and narrated histories that appear on-screen as you explore. Each stop reveals a previously hidden layer, providing an immersive way to rediscover downtown whether you’re a ﬁrsttime visitor or a longtime local who thinks you’ve seen it all. (downtownwpb.com/unlocked) —Skye Sherman

BACK IN SESSION

Boynton Beach’s Schoolhouse Children’s Museum recently reopened after closing for several months for required repairs and to add an interactive installation. The new exhibit utilizes artiﬁcial intelligence to tell the story of Charlie Pierce, one of the region’s famous “Barefoot Mailmen” from the late 1800s and early 1900s who delivered letters and packages between cities. To celebrate this addition, the historic building’s renovations, and the start of summer, the museum will host a special community event with family-friendly activities, Kona Ice, and more May 30. (schoolhousemuseum.org) —Mary Murray

There are few places more polished than Palm Beach, but in Secret Palm Beach: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure (Reedy Press, $27), local journalist Amy Woods peeks behind the bougainvillea to reveal the county’s weirder side. The guide traces oﬀbeat stories, quirks, and curiosities from Worth Avenue vias to Lake Okeechobee’s shores. In the book, Woods spills secrets even locals may not know, like:

• Addison Mizner’s pet monkey, Johnnie Brown, ran for mayor of Palm Beach in the 1920s and only lost by a thin margin. What’s more, his is one of only two headstones on Palm Beach island (he’s buried next to a dog named Laddie), both located in the Pizza Al Fresco courtyard.

• Juno Beach has remnants of the smallest railroad in the world, a narrow-gauge line that linked the northern and southern parts of Palm Beach County in the late 1800s.

• Lake Worth Beach’s Midnight Sun Festival is one of the few places outside Finland where attendees can watch husbands carry their wives on their backs as they race through an obstacle course.

• In West Palm Beach, you can order peanut butter cups the size of a pizza and score hard-to-ﬁnd and old-fashioned candies at the Bulk Candy Store. —S.S.

Above: DowntownWPB

Unlocked view of Eduardo Kobra’s Einstein’s Theory of Love mural at Subculture Coﬀee.

Above, from left: Alisa Sheyn, president of the museum’s board of directors; Miriam Naranjo, the museum’s executive director; and Harvey Oyer, Barefoot Mailman relative.

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ADVOCATE DR. UMA NAIDOO RETURNS TO AMRIT OCEAN RESORT WITH HER HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS

BY JUDY ALEXANDRA DIEDWARDO

“Food can be the most natural and powerful form of medicine,” says Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, and best-selling author of This is Your Brain on Food, The Food Mood Connection, and Calm Your Mind with Food. “Eating whole foods rich in fiber, healthy fats, and fermented ingredients can significantly improve mood, cognition, and overall brain health. We have tremendous power at the end of our forks.”

As a young physician at Harvard Medical School, Naidoo recognized a critical gap in traditional mental health treatment. That insight led her to establish the nation’s first clinical service in nutritional, lifestyle, and metabolic psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital. Through both her books and interactive culinary classes, Naidoo’s reach has expanded beyond the clinic. She will host a Mood Food cooking experience at the Amrit Ocean Resort on Singer Island May 29, with additional classes scheduled through November. PBI recently spoke with Naidoo to learn more. (umanaidoomd.com, amritocean.com)

PBI: Why is your cooking class more impactful than a lecture?

Naidoo: In culinary school, we learned in groups—cooking, tasting, and discussing recipes together—which engages all the senses and makes the experience far more memorable. When you cook and taste something yourself, it transforms your relationship with food. What is the newest awareness regarding food and mental health?

There is still enormous misinformation around nutrition that I feel compelled to demystify and

help people understand the powerful connection between the gut and the brain. What excites me most is how clearly science now supports the gut-brain connection. When we nourish the microbiome rather than simply satisfy a craving, we are directly supporting neurotransmitters and emotional resilience. Choosing food intentionally becomes an act of mental self-care.

Why are nutrient-barren processed foods so detrimental to mental health?

That initial “comfort” is fleeting. Highly processed foods can trigger inflammation and blood sugar fluctuations that negatively affect mood and cognition. What feels soothing in the moment often creates instability afterward that is harmful to the brain.

Which foods are most effective in managing conditions like anxiety, depression, and brain fog?

They’re what I call my six pillars of nutritional psychiatry:

1. Be whole, eat whole. Follow the 80/20 rule, focusing primarily on vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes, whole grains, and quality protein, while allowing room for balance.

2. Eat the rainbow. Different colored plant foods contain vital brain-boosting nutrients. Aim to fill 75 percent of your plate with whole, fiber-rich, low-glycemic vegetables.

3. The greener, the better. Leafy greens contain folate, essential for maintaining healthy neurotransmitter function.

4. Tap into your body’s intelligence. Notice how foods make you feel and adjust accordingly.

5. Consistency and balance are key. Sustainable changes matter more than quick fixes or miracle diets.

6. Avoid anxiety-triggering foods. Added sugars, refined carbohydrates, industrial seed oils, and heavily processed meats can undermine mental well-being.

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THE CITY AS CANVAS

SYBILLE CANTHAL IS HELPING TURN WEST PALM BEACH INTO A PLACE WHERE CREATIVITY APPEARS AROUND EVERY CORNER

BY NILA DO SIMON

Sybille Canthal is a dreamer. In her dreams, art is everywhere in West Palm Beach, the city for which she serves as the director of arts, culture, and community building.

Today, from her Clematis Street office, Canthal is closer than ever to that dream. Since she joined the city in 2015, roughly 72 artists have had temporary or permanent artworks across the city—pieces like Color Field of Northwood, the recently unveiled eight-story mural by local artist Renee Phillips at The Spruce apartment complex. She’s worked with private entities on commissions too, including Portals, the late artist Fred Eversley’s final public artwork, consisting of eight towering parabolic sculptures at One Flagler; this effort was a public-private partnership between the city and Related Ross, with the art consultancy Culture Corps serving as the lead on the project.

Canthal truly believes “that art should be

accessible to everybody,” giving residents and visitors the ability to view works that inspire and challenge them. For her, the public space is the best way for people from all walks of life to take in art.

“The intimidation factor goes away in a common space,” she says. “Going into an interior space has a sacred or treasured feeling. But in public, you are just walking down the street and come upon art. You’re like, ‘Wow, what is this?’”

Hailing from Los Angeles, Canthal graduated with an art history degree from California State University, Northridge and a MA in arts administration and policy from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. A longtime arts advocate, Canthal considers herself a creative, but not an artist. She draws occasionally, mostly for herself, and reads poetry every day. “I just think poetry is such an abstract, beautiful language that helps fill the space,” she says, “which is what art also does.”

works in public spaces.

In West Palm Beach, her arts division works within the mayor’s office, allowing her to define the city’s public art program, ArtLife WPB, while collaborating with both public and private entities to make it all a reality. As part of that vision, she and her two-person team created The Commons, an initiative that selects local artists to create temporary, site-specific

Though she is still dreaming, Canthal believes reality can be just as beautiful. Like when a friend told her he spent an hour with Yinka Shonibare’s Material (SG) II. Another result of a public-private partnership between the city and Related Ross, this sculpture located outside 360 Rosemary mimics the flow of fabric. “He loved it, but he wasn’t sure about the colors,” Canthal says. “So, he gave it some room and let it breathe in his mind. He came out of it and said, ‘I really love this piece.’ Seeing someone react like that gives such satisfaction to my job.” (instagram.com/artlifewpb) «

Clockwise from inset: Sybille Canthal; Material (SG) II by Yinka Shonibare; Portals by Fred Eversley.

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GROUND SWELL SURF SHOP

Since 2002, Ground Swell Surf Shop has been outfitting the local surf community with boards, wax, clothes, accessories, gear (they stock for surf, skate, and snow), and insider intel on local conditions. Even if you don’t paddle out, it’s worth stopping in for the Old Florida surf-shop energy alone. (groundswellsurfshop.com)

WILLIE’S PIZZA

You’d probably never expect to stop into the Juno Beach Shell gas station and encounter one of the best slices of pizza you’ve ever had. But that’s exactly what Barstool Sports founder, social media personality, and pizza connoisseur Dave Portnoy did when he stumbled upon Willie’s Pizza—and awarded it one of his top marks ever. Known for sampling and evaluating hole-in-the-wall pizza joints across the country, Portnoy gave the plain cheese pizza at Willie’s an unheard-of 8.1 rating, putting this hidden gem on the map for pizza lovers everywhere. (willies-pizza.com)

DOG BEACH

Head just north of the Juno Beach Pier, at Beach Marker No. 25 at Marcinski Road, to enjoy one of the only places in Palm Beach County where pups can roam leash-free on the sand. The designated dog-friendly stretch runs about 2.5 miles, and sunrise is prime time to walk the sand and spot locals’ four-legged friends.

LOGGERHEAD MARINELIFE CENTER

At Loggerhead Marinelife Center, life revolves around sea turtle season. This beloved oceanfront nonprofit rescues and rehabilitates injured sea turtles, then releases them back into the Atlantic if they’re able to make it on their own. Visitors can tour the facility, meet current patients, and learn why Juno Beach is the destination of choice for one of the world’s highest densities of nesting loggerheads each year. (marinelife.org)

PAPA KWAN’S COFFEE SHOP AND CAFÉ

Surf culture meets fresh eats at this laidback, independently owned staple. Papa Kwan’s Coffee Shop and Café has been fueling beachgoers and longboarders for decades with kombucha, wraps, coffee, bowls, and a no-frills, flip-flops-encouraged vibe. Grab a seat on the patio or take it to go—anything from this tropical menu pairs well with the beach. (papakwans.com)

TEAPOTS & TREASURES

One step into Teapots & Treasures and you’ll wonder if you’ve left Juno Beach altogether. While you can opt for a pot of loose-leaf tea or an à la carte lunch menu of full-size salads, quiches, and sandwiches, we recommend going for the traditional afternoon tea service (available Tuesday to Saturday at select times), which includes tea sandwiches and scones served on a tiered plate. (teapotsandtreasurescafe.com)

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Spy novel but make it high fashion. Authors Terence Ward and Idanna Pucci explore the remarkable role designer Emilio Pucci played in thwarting Nazis during World War II in Emilio Pucci: The Astonishing Odyssey of a Fashion Icon (St. Martin’s Press, $35). (us.macmillan.com)

Collect wearable art with Olympia Le-Tan’s handembroidered minaudieres inspired by literary and cultural references. The limited-edition Greek Mythology book clutch ($1,378) will look great on shelves and on the go. (olympia letan.com)

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Few people influenced the look of twentieth-century Palm Beach more than fashion designer Lilly Pulitzer and photographer Slim Aarons. As part of its “archival revival” efforts and in step with its continued celebration of the brand’s ties to Palm Beach culture and style, Lilly Pulitzer recently teamed up with photographer Nick Mele to recreate Aarons’ iconic circa-1964 Young Society photo, taken at the fountain of The 400 Building on Palm Beach.

The new image features a modern cast of women and girls who represent the brand’s vibrant present and future in Palm Beach, including Lilly Pulitzer’s chief creative officer, Mira Fain (pictured in white). Also pictured are Katherine Lande, Palm Beach Illustrated’s fashion editor; Lilly Leas Ferreira, one of Lilly Pulitzer’s grandchildren; and Emily Dryer, whose grandmother appeared in the original photograph. They all don a mix of vintage Lilly Pulitzer and new shift styles with archival print designs from the Spring 2026 collection.

Mele, a frequent PBI contributor and Pulitzer collaborator, has developed a national following for his witty and whimsical take on Americana—a trait that has led some to dub him a modern-day Slim Aarons. Part of a larger fine art series, the limited-edition print is available exclusively through Mele’s website.

“Palm Beach has always existed in this interesting tension between tradition and reinvention, and I think that’s what this image taps into,” says Mele. “The bones of the world are the same—the setting, the sensibility, the idea of leisure—but the people inhabiting it are of this moment. For Lilly Pulitzer, it’s similar. The brand is deeply rooted in its history, but it’s still very much alive and evolving. This photograph reflects that balance; it feels familiar, but not frozen in time. It’s less about nostalgia and more about continuity.” (nickmelefineart.com, lillypulitzer.com) —Mary Murray

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Parker pajama set ($148), Timo & Violet, timoandviolet.com

I’ve long wanted matching pajamas with my kids that weren’t limited to holiday mornings. Finally, there’s a set that feels as polished as it is cozy. Beloved for its ultra-soft children’s sleepwear, Timo & Violet is debuting women’s pajamas this month, making matching easy. The Parker two-piece pairs a boyfriend-style top with wide-leg pants, ﬁnished with delicate white piping—perfect for a stylish new Mother’s Day tradition.

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Cloud socks ($16), Le Bon Shoppe, lebonshoppe.com

My sleepwear is pretty boring—I’m a band T-shirt and sweatpants kind of girl. But recently, I’ve been throwing some ﬂuﬀy socks into the mix, and the Cloud socks from Le Bon Shoppe are my hands-down favorites. They keep my feet at just the right temp (warm but not too warm) and are supremely comfortable.

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SHORT AND SWEET

Elsie shortie pajamas ($138), Kahora Palm Beach, kahorapalmbeach.com

I have many pairs of pajamas, but I always default to this supersoft shortie set by Palm Beach–based fashion brand Kahora. Designer Beth Taylor has introduced solids, stripes, and patterns, with more options on the way. Just what the Sandman ordered.

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Art Deco PJ top and pants in green/blue ($345 each), Cynthia Rowley, cynthiarowley.com

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KEEP YOUR COOL Wide pants ($128), Dagsmejan, dagsmejan.com

With age comes wisdom—and a strong inclination for staying cool at night. These wide-leg pants from the Swiss-Swedish sleepwear brand Dagsmejan feature Natcool technology, which borrows the natural cooling powers of eucalyptus and other cellulosic fibers to help hot sleepers (like me) stay chill. —Jane E. Enos, contributing editor

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INTO THE IMPENETRABLE

GORILLA FOREST LODGE PLACES TRAVELERS DEEP INSIDE UGANDA’S BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK, HOME TO HALF THE WORLD’S MOUNTAIN GORILLAS PLUS ONE OF AFRICA’S MOST AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCES

BY PAUL RUBIO

At dawn, Bwindi erupts with life. Black colobus monkeys roar from the treetops. The ring-eyed Kivu ground thrush whistles in the understory. Dainty duikers rustle through the foliage as mist lifts through the rainforest canopy. Shafts of sunlight break across emerald hills that fold endlessly into one another, Technicolor birds flashing through the morning rays. The jungle feels untamed and immeasurably alive— an ever-changing algorithm of sound, movement, and color. From your private terrace at Gorilla Forest Lodge, this marvel unfolds in every direction. And there’s also extraordinary anticipation: somewhere beyond the tree line, mountain gorillas are on the move, and face time with them feels imminent.

In today’s sophisticated safari world, where game drives follow carefully plotted routes and luxury camps can feel overly perfected, Uganda delivers something scarcer: authenticity and raw adventure. No place embodies that spirit more than Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in southwestern Uganda that protects half of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas. Here, dense rainforest blankets the hillsides, creating one of the most biologically rich ecosystems in Africa. While gorillas get top billing, Bwindi is far from a one-species destination. Packs of L’Hoest’s monkeys, red-tailed and black-and-white colobus monkeys, chimpanzees, and baboons move through the canopy. The

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birdlife is exceptional, with 350 species recorded, including 23 Albertine Rift endemics such as the African green broadbill and the mysterious African pitta.

What distinguishes Uganda even further is how visitors meet this wildlife. Much of the exploration happens on foot, placing travelers directly inside the jungle. The experience begins at Gorilla Forest Lodge, an Abercrombie & Kent Sanctuary property that reopened in June 2025 after a multiyear rebuild and redesign. Set on a mountainside in Bwindi’s Buhoma sector, the lodge is the only property within the park boundaries and truly in the heart of the action. Even the park headquarters, where daily gorilla-tracking excursions leave each morning, is a short walk away.

The freshly minted property stands on the grounds of the original Gorilla Forest Lodge, which opened in 1985. But today’s version is entirely reimagined. The architecture embraces an explorer-style aesthetic, designed to sit within the rainforest environment while reflecting the surrounding community. Papyrus-thatched roofs crown the rufous buildings, while cascading bead installations modeled after rainforest vines decorate the spaces. Those beads are handmade by a nearby women’s microenterprise, one of many reminders that the lodge is intricately connected to the local residents.

Ten spacious villas, each named for a native bird, serve as private sanctuaries rising through the treetops. Floor-to-ceiling windows and screened openings invite the outdoors inside while keeping curious baboons

at bay. Flowing curtains and wood trim nod to classic safari design, but the overall feeling encourages guests to slow down and take it all in. Each villa includes an expansive deck, where afternoons easily disappear in birdsong, views, and animal sightings.

The redesign was overseen by Luxury Frontiers, the firm behind many of Africa’s most admired safari camps. Yet what makes Gorilla Forest Lodge distinctive is how thoroughly Ugandan craftsmanship defines the interiors. Sisal baskets serve as lampshades, bananafiber stools come from village workshops, and bamboo lattice walls sit alongside brickwork produced by regional brickmakers—a

thriving industry thanks to the area’s clay-rich soil. Florence Nakachwa’s Mekeka Designs produces the woven ceilings using papyrus and banana fiber. Behind the beds, banana fiber wallpaper forms textured panels, while furnishings are constructed from Ugandan woods like Elgon teak. Even the bark cloth cushions tell a story, with QR codes linking guests to the artisans who created them.

The lodge’s main area includes a mudroom along with a library, restaurant, bar, small shop featuring local crafts, and firepit terrace. The bar is always open for another pour of international bubbles or local beer, and the kitchen showcases national delights such as

The understated villas at Gorilla Forest Lodge channel safari chic and local flavor while melding with the surrounding environs. It’s an idyllic home base for gorilla explorations, with the headquarters of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park down the road.

the Ugandan Rolex (a vegetable omelet rolled in chapati) and matooke (mashed plantains cooked in banana leaves). An on-site wellness center specializes in post-hike massages that feel particularly deserved after hours navigating Bwindi’s steep terrain.

While one of Africa’s most design-forward lodges and the allure of rainforest immersion entice travelers, most come here for a single reason: gorilla encounters. Ranger-led groups depart daily to locate eight habituated gorilla families, each unique in size and social structure.

My first trek targeted the Binyindo family (“big nose” in the local Batwa language), famed for having two silverbacks within this clan of 10. Reaching them required a five-hour hike through thick undergrowth, slippery slopes, and thorny vegetation that rangers frequently cleared with machetes. But the reward was extraordinary. We entered the troop’s world quietly, watching as gorillas drank from streams, climbed trees in search of food, groomed one another, and moved together through the jungle. A second journey the following day proved shorter and easier but no less memorable. A newborn had recently arrived in the Rushegura family. Much of their attention revolved around the infant while the dominant silverback monitored the situation—still making time to mate with one of the females during his patrols.

Yet, a trip to Bwindi offers far more than gorilla trekking alone. This wilderness begs to be explored, from bird walks to hikes to Munyaga Waterfall. Equally compelling are the community initiatives supported by Abercrombie

& Kent Philanthropy. The Bwindi Community Tour, for instance, opens a window into how conservation and community development intertwine here. At the Bwindi Women’s Bicycle Enterprise, a repair shop and rental cooperative run entirely by women, laughter spills into the street as mechanics tinker with bikes and travelers test-drive them down the hill. Nearby, artisans at the Meraki Beads project transform recycled paper and glass into intricate jewelry and chandeliers destined for homes around the world. What stands out most is the sense of ownership. These initiatives are not simply supported by the community; they are driven by it.

A trip to Bwindi Community Hospital and Nursing School reveals perhaps the most transformative effort of all. In addition to supporting expectant mothers, the facility has

At Gorilla Forest Lodge, look forward to a small but well-curated gift shop, gourmet cuisine with Ugandan flair, a wellness center for post-hike treatments, visits to a bead microenterprise, and hikes to rushing waterfalls.

trained countless nurses and expanded into a university producing doctors. Education initiatives are equally ambitious. Schools have been built roughly every five kilometers, so children no longer face long walks to class, and students now receive meals and clean drinking water. Families contribute firewood and crops to support the programs, flipping the script on unsuccessful top-down projects of the past.

Guests can also spend time with the Batwa people, the original inhabitants and longtime guardians of the Great Lakes region. Encoun-

ters like these reveal a deeper truth about Bwindi: the future of the rainforest and the communities surrounding it are inseparable.

For many travelers, comparisons inevitably turn to Rwanda, the other major destination for mountain gorilla trekking. While Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park is just a three-hour drive from its capital, Kigali, reaching Bwindi requires a short commercial flight on light aircraft from Entebbe to Kihihi. Beyond that extra step, Uganda presents remarkable value. Gorilla permits cost $800, compared with

$1,500 in Rwanda, allowing travelers to complete two hikes for roughly the price of one across the border. Lodging follows a similar pattern. While Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park features ultra-luxury lodges from brands like Singita, One&Only, and Wilderness, often starting at around $2,500 per person per night, Gorilla Forest Lodge begins at around $800 per person sharing in low season. Having now trekked with gorillas 11 times—including eight instances in Rwanda—I’d argue Uganda may be the more rewarding of the two, thanks to its road-less-traveled allure, more pristine terrain, and greater cultural interaction.

To experience Bwindi properly, plan to stay at least five nights. In fact, consider making this the headline act rather than an add-on to a traditional East or South African Big Five safari. Two gorilla treks are essential, three is wise. (You never know when weather may complicate a hike, and no two encounters are the same.) Set aside a day to enjoy the lodge and its wilds, then devote the remaining time to exploring trails or nearby communities.

If Uganda’s other natural treasures pique your interest, venture farther afield. Visit Entebbe for excursions to Mabamba Swamp to see one of the world’s last prehistoric-looking shoebill storks, or head north for chimpanzee spotting. Because, while the gorillas and Abercrombie & Kent’s striking rainforest lodge may draw travelers to Uganda, they are only part of the story. Bwindi is a place where wildlife, people, and rainforest exist in delicate balance, and spending time here—and throughout Uganda as a whole—offers a rare reminder that travel can still feel genuine and utterly inspiring. (abercrombiekent.com) «

Gorilla Forest Lodge lies within Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, so activities range from fireside chats to sightings of L’Hoest’s monkeys around camp and gorillas deeper in the park.

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COSTA D’ESTE IN VERO BEACH IS A SUMPTUOUS SPOT TO TURN YOUR BEAT AROUND AND UNWIND

BY KELLY ROGERS

In a quiet little gem of a city, tucked behind the sea grapes and sand dunes along the Atlantic Ocean, a small, exclusive hotel sits in the heart of Vero Beach: Costa d’Este Beach Resort & Spa. But if you’re familiar with its owners, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, then you know there’s nothing small or quiet about this boutique experience.

Locals prone to nostalgia remember this Ocean Drive locale as the old Palm Court Hotel, built in 1972 and the site of Duke Snider’s Restaurant & Bar while the Los Angeles Dodgers made their spring training home in Vero Beach. The Estefans transformed the property after the 2004 hurricane season, which brought near-direct hits from hurricanes Frances and Jeanne. Appreciating Vero’s focus on environmental protection, especially as it pertains to its beaches and sea turtles, they aspired to share the town’s beauty and “specialness” with other Florida residents.

Costa d’Este opened in 2008, sporting a Miami Modern style. Today, the Estefans’ Cuban heritage permeates the property. Guests are greeted in the lobby by an atmosphere filled with fragrant incense, vibrant art, and mouthwatering aromas wafting from The Wave Kitchen & Bar.

The resort’s 90 rooms, three suites, and exclusive penthouse are bright and contemporary. Fun amenities include the oceanfront pool with concierge poolside service, as well as beachside cabanas, paddleboard and kayak rentals, and live music. The resort’s C Spa offers a full range of treatments, including everything

needed for soothing an aching body after a trip to the on-site gym.

Come the weekend, Saturday morning beach yoga is a tranquil way to start your day while watching a breathtaking sunrise. As you head back across the dunes, consider taking a short walk south on Ocean Drive to the popular Vero Beach Farmers Market and the quaint, highend shops nearby.

You’ll work up an appetite browsing, and there’s plenty back at Costa d’Este to keep you sated. The resort’s outdoor Cabana Bar offers specialty cocktails and local brews on tap to accompany the awardwinning Cuban Burger. If you prefer a more elevated experience, the chef inside at The Wave will be happy to prepare his Cuban classic Paella à la Costa for you.

Sunday brunch is a lovely experience too, with a view of the pool and the endless blue sky—and a Vero Beach Club Sandwich just waiting for your attention. (costadeste.com) «

The Costa d’Este Beach Resort & Spa exudes a Miami Modern style, from its moody lobby (below) to its sleek guest rooms (bottom left). Sample excellent paella (bottom right) at The Wave restaurant inside the resort.

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MORE THAN 50 YEARS ON, LAND ROVER’S TOUR DE FORCE RANGE ROVER STILL SETS THE BENCHMARK IN SUV LUXURY

BY HOWARD WALKER

Ever since its official debut in 1970, the Range Rover has been a car of glamorous contradictions: an elegant SUV with exceptional off-road capabilities. It’s a super model who would dominate on Survivor, a tux-clad leading man with the grit of Bear Grylls, an heiress who knows her way around the campgrounds. You get the idea.

So does the newest Range Rover clear the bar set by its predecessors? I grabbed the keys to a 2026 Range Rover P400 SE LWB to find out.

With its MSRP of $122,850, the P400 SE isn’t the most resplendent Rover you can buy. That honor goes to the latest 606-hp Range Rover SV Black flagship at a crowning $263,050. But I’ve found that every Range Rover I’ve ever driven—I piloted my first way back in 1982—delivers the same kind of style, sense of occasion, and promise of being transported along the road less traveled in peerless comfort. This latest rendition only heightens that feeling.

Just take in that timeless, aristocratic design. This fifth-generation Rover defines modern luxury, with its uncluttered lines, refined face, proud stance, and divine boattail rear. And the detailing is still exceptional, from those trademark vertical side vents to the flush door handles, towering waistline, and eye-popping rear light design. My heart goes pitter-patter every time I see one on the road.

Yes, it’s a practical, family-friendly SUV capable of taking you across the Continental Divide—as it famously did in 1989 and again in 2014. But it’s so much more than that. While buyers might cross-shop SUV rivals like BMW’s X7, Mercedes’ GLS, and Cadillac’s Escalade, I find Range Rover to be the more super-luxe sedan al -

ternative. I’d take it over a BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class, or even a Bentley Flying Spur any day.

Like the Bentley, it wafts serenely along the road, paved or unpaved. I can’t wait to get behind the wheel of the upcoming Range Rover Electric, with its 300-mileplus range. But the current lineup of gas-

powered models still provides exceptional near-silent running.

The “starter Rover” P400 might just be the best. Its 3.0-liter turbocharged and supercharged inline 6-cylinder with mild hybrid assist is still one of the world’s great engines. It packs a 395-horsepower punch that can whisk this hefty 5,600-pound 4x4 to 60 mph in 6 seconds. It feels equally agile and athletic through the curves. Adaptive air suspension with four-wheel steering makes it a delight to hustle through turns, while timearresting brakes haul it to a stop.

As always, the high-up driving position is only matched by that of a Greyhound bus. The view forward across that vast clamshell hood is nothing short of panoramic, with a dash that’s low and a roof a mile high.

The three-row long-wheelbase version has stretch-out seating for seven, eight at a push. And as with all Ranges, the interior

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0-60: 6.0 SECONDS TOP SPEED: 150 MPH LENGTH/WIDTH: 207/87 INCHES (LWB) WEIGHT: 5,600 POUNDS WHY WE LOVE IT: BECAUSE ITS STYLE, PERFORMANCE, REFINEMENT, AND LUXURY STILL MAKE IT THE SUV TO BEAT.

is gorgeous. Expect glove-soft perforated leather, quality materials, and artisanal craftsmanship. And this is just the base model; step up to an Autobiography or SV to enter the Bentley world of diamond quilting, exotic veneers, and hot-stone

massaging seats.

If all this sounds like a gushing ode to a half-century-old icon, you’re not wrong. For me, piloting one is always an occasion—a reminder that you’re driving what Land Rover rightly brands “the best 4x4 by far.” «

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SABRE YACHTS UPDATES ITS CLASSIC 38 SALON EXPRESS TO HELP IT GLIDE INTO SHALLOWER WATERS

BY HOWARD WALKER

“Nothing cuts like a Sabre.” It’s a cool marketing line, to be sure, but also a great way of describing how Sabre Yachts’ classic 38 Salon Express can slice oh-so-elegantly through foamy whitecaps and spirited rollers.

Not so long ago, I gazed in awe at one of these blue-hulled beauties exiting the infamous Haulover Inlet “washing machine” just north of Miami, where outgoing tides collide with incoming wind-driven swells. The salty Sabre punched through the chaos like it was a nonevent. I think I even applauded when it reached open water.

The 38 Salon Express is a standout in so many ways. Launched in 2013, it represents the first rung on the Sabre five-model ladder that includes the 43, 45, 51, and flagship 58. All are built at Sabre’s sawdust and resin yard in Raymond, Maine—all to the same exacting standards of boat-building artistry, dedication, and quality.

The 38 has evolved nicely over the past 13 years. The latest evolution, and most relevant to us Florida boaters, is its propulsion setup. New for 2026 is a switch from low-hanging twin Volvo IPS pod drives to Volvo Penta DPIs with trimmable, old-school Aquamatic sterndrives just like the ones used on those lovely Venice water taxis.

The key here is draft. Trim up the drives and you can shimmy more confidently into shallow bays, across gin-clear Bahamian reefs, or get up close and personal with your favorite sandbar. For Intracoastal cruisers, it means greater peace of mind when the channel gets silty.

Even with the drives down, draft is just 3 feet, 4 inches.

As before, the motors of choice are Volvo D4 3.7-liter 4-cylinder common-rail diesels. Each is good for 320 horsepower, and each sips fuel like Nick Nolte on a juice cleanse. And with this new setup you get twin counter-rotating DuoProp propellers and a joystick for more precise low-speed control. Performance-wise, the 38 cruises serenely at around 25 knots and tops out at just over 30.

Another bonus of the switch to sterndrives is a roomier engine bay.

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Mounting the compact Volvos closer to the transom results in more space for the Seakeeper gyro, generator, and water toys. As before, the 38 comes with that Texas-size power-lifting hatch in the cockpit for easier engine access.

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The rest is pretty much unchanged, which is all part of the Salon Express’ appeal and longevity. You still get that smooth-riding hull, towering windshield and side glass, and mile-long hardtop with a power-extendable canvas sunshade. And there’s no shortage of exquisite detailing either, with lots of polished stainless steel for the handrails, engine vents, and portholes, plus exceptional glass-fiber molding.

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and feels airy and bright. It helps that the kid-friendly sleeping and lounging area beneath the salon floor is open to the galley.

A big plus on this 38-footer is the size of the head, which has a separate shower, lots of elbow room, and plenty of storage. It’s a Jackand-Jill arrangement, with doors into the galley and forward owner’s cabin. The primary cabin is another well-designed space, with lots of headroom over the queen bed.

No, the 38 hasn’t embraced the Euro trend of drop-down side balconies or Tiara-style spinning cockpit sofas. It sticks with the cockpitspace-enhancing three-person rear bench that, at the touch of a button, slides backward 14 inches over the swim platform.

The salon is gorgeous, with a helm station with an adjustable Stidd seat, a two-person co-pilot pew, and a roomy dinette. And while I’m not usually a fan of “down” galleys, the Sabre’s looks up into the salon

Everywhere you look, the quality of the joinery, the choice of surfaces and upholstery, the fit and finish is just outstanding. The mirrorpolished salon table is truly a thing of beauty.

This is a “real” boat that will make your heart soar every time you walk toward it at the dock—and beat even faster when you open up those throttles. Those new sterndrives should, however, make your pulse ease when you spy shallower water ahead. «

As he stares down 60, legendary boxer Mike Tyson reflects on a life measured not in knockouts but in comebacks

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BY LINDA MARX | PHOTOGRAPHY BY NATHAN

Mike Tyson has had a lot of big moments inside the confines of a boxing ring, but it is in the wide-open space of Delray Beach that he feels most at ease. Now, on the precipice of turning 60 in June, the “baddest man on the planet” plans to celebrate the milestone mildly, with his wife, his kids, and his birds.

He hasn’t left the spotlight behind completely. The two-time world heavyweight champion still knows how to keep a crowd wanting more—whether in movies such as The Hangover, on stage in his one-man shows, or in the ring.

In 2024, he boxed Jake Paul, a social media influencer–turned–pro boxer 31 years his junior, in a cross-generational battle that holds the record for the largest age gap in pro-boxing history. The fight came after months of turmoil for Tyson. In May 2024, he suffered a health scare

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with an ulcer flare-up. He revealed on social media that he underwent eight blood transfusions, lost 25 pounds in the hospital, and “almost died.” The fight was postponed until November, when he felt well enough to compete. He lost the match in front of the 65 million people who streamed it live on Netflix. The following day, he posted on social media that this was “one of those situations when you lost but still won. I’m grateful for last night.”

The ring is calling yet again, as Tyson is currently training to fight Floyd Mayweather on a to-be-determined date as of press time. He has also been equally busy on the stage. In December, he filmed his latest one-man show, Return of the Mike, at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood for a Netflix special to be released later this year.

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have always been a central part of my life. In fact, my first fight was over a pigeon. ... If it wasn’t for that pigeon, I might never have become a boxer.”

Mike Tyson raises pigeons as a hobby, but his professional ventures include

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collection of apparel, accessories, and boxing gear.

His wife, Kiki, wrote the script, which he describes as more lighthearted and humorous but just as candid and personal as his 2013 show, Undisputed Truth

As Tyson approaches 60, he has endured more mercurial moments than most people could experience in multiple lifetimes. But true to his champion status, he has shown he can roll with the punches—whether delivered by schoolyard bullies in Brooklyn or formidable opponents in the ring. He sat down with PBI to talk about the life he’s already lived and the days still to come.

PBI: You recently completed the construction of two pigeon coops on your Delray Beach property. Can you talk about your love for the birds and how it started?

Tyson: Pigeons have always been a central part of my life. In fact, my first fight was over a pigeon. A neighborhood bully stole one of my birds and refused to give it back, no matter how hard I begged. Then, right in front of me, he snapped the bird’s head off with his bare hands and threw the carcass at me.

One of the older guys in the neighborhood looked at me and said, “Fight him, Mike.” I was terrified, but I closed my eyes and started swinging—and I knocked him out. Afterward, I started dancing around, doing the “Ali shuffle.” The guys were shocked: “Oh shit, he’s doing the Ali shuffle!” I loved the attention. If it wasn’t for that pigeon, I might never have become a boxer.

Today, I keep birds all over the country, but my biggest coop is in Delray Beach. If I’m not traveling, I’m home with them. I am in my most peaceful state when I’m with my birds. How and why did you move to Delray Beach, which is now your primary residence?

I never thought I would enjoy living here as much as I do. Originally, my wife and I moved to Florida to give our daughter Milan better opportunities in tennis since this is the tennis capital of the world. We only planned to stay for a couple of years, but then our son Morocco became so integrated into a school he loves that we decided to stay for the long run.

Living here has really grown on me. My wife loves it because we’re close to dear friends in Palm Beach County, and for me, having a house with enough land to fly my birds in total privacy is a blessing. Between

the kids’ friends and their busy sports schedules, there’s always something going on. It’s been a great move for the whole family. What do you and your wife, Kiki, do for fun in Palm Beach County?

My wife and I are true homebodies when we are home in Delray. Our house is so peaceful and comfortable that we rarely feel the need to leave; we mostly spend our downtime going on walks or just watching TV together.

Surprisingly, we don’t go out to restaurants much. Instead, we’ll order in from nice places on the weekends, or better yet, enjoy a homecooked meal. My wife is a fantastic cook, and I always look forward to her cooking for the family. Between school and sports, our teenagers are incredibly busy, so we make it a

point to be at their events and show our support. We also spend a lot of time with family friends, heading over to their places for dinner parties. At the end of the day, I’m a very simple guy.

Describe your overall dynamic with Kiki.

My wife and I have been married for 17 years, but our history goes back over 30. Our dynamic works because we are both committed to protecting the sanctity of our home and family life. When we aren’t traveling, we live a very routine, grounded life. I spend my time training, watching television, or with my birds—specifically my breeds of rolling pigeons.

Working together has also been a natural fit for us. I know that doesn’t work for every couple, but it works for us. Kiki is incredibly organized, and since we are both creative, we’re able

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to merge our ideas to build things like my oneman show. We are true partners in every sense. And your kids?

While I am blessed with my older children, our home is currently centered around our two youngest, Morocco, 15, and Milan, 17. Morocco is an excellent student, a talented golfer, and has recently taken a strong interest in track. Milan is a dedicated tennis player with aspirations of going professional. I’m not sure what the future holds, but I am grateful for the foundation sports have provided them. It instills a level of discipline that will serve them in whatever they choose to pursue. I truly love watching them compete— even when they lose. You learn more from your losses than your victories; loss is where you find humility and determination. To ensure more victories than losses, describe your daily workout and fitness schedule in Delray.

I move constantly. I’ll easily walk 10 miles a day—I prefer being outside, but I use the treadmill when I have to. I also hit the rowing machine at high intensity for at least 30 minutes. Between the weight training and the cardio, I’m very disciplined about watching what I eat. It’s all about the routine.

I get up early in the morning. I start with a run, followed by bodyweight exercises— usually 100 sit-ups and 100 ab twists. I’ll spend 30 minutes on the trampoline during the day, then head back into the gym for weights. Later at night, I’m back at it, hitting the treadmill for another 45 minutes. Talk about growing up in Brooklyn and what you learned that has contributed to your success as an adult.

I live by faith and the refusal to give up. When it comes to my goals, I simply refuse to lose. I am deeply grateful for everything I’ve

experienced, but I am not satisfied. There is so much more I want to accomplish. I hope that doesn’t come across as ungrateful or arrogant; it’s just that I feel I still have so much more to give.

We fight life in moments. In the end, life wins—it’s undefeated. But we can still win the moments. It’s like a fight: you can win every single round, only to have the guy knock you out in the end. That’s life. I’ve realized that the goal is to win as many rounds as possible. You stay in the fight, and you win the moments.

What did you learn from mentors and friends, especially your trainer Cus D’Amato, whom you worked with until his death in 1985?

Cus never left me. He’s embedded in my spirit. Every time I have a thought, I can hear his voice telling me what he thinks about it. It’s incredible to think that in just five years, he made such a permanent impression on my life. He saw me. He understood me better than anyone ever has, and he knew how to reach into my soul to find my potential. My only goal back then was to make him proud—that was my happiness. I think about him every single day. I wish he were here to see my life now, and I wish my kids could have known him. Knowing Cus, he’d probably have every one of them in the ring by now.

Tell us about Cus teaching you to read.

I didn’t start reading until later in life when Cus taught me. Before that, my world was the television; I was captivated by Marvel superheroes and loved watching wrestling as a kid. But once I learned to read, it became an obsession. I found myself drawn to ancient history and the stories of great leaders. I wanted to understand the minds of the men who shaped the world.

Do you like or hate when people see your vulnerabilities?

I’ve never cared what people thought of me. I come from the Brownsville section of Brooklyn, which was the most dangerous place in the country. Back then, you didn’t have the luxury of thinking about anything but survival. We were all vulnerable, and everyone was a potential risk, so you couldn’t afford to dwell on it. You learned quickly to act strong, even when you weren’t. But we all knew each other’s secrets—we were all the

I live by faith and the refusal to give up. When it comes to my goals, I simply refuse to lose.”

same. We were all poor, hungry, and susceptible to the environment.

I was lucky. I was passed through reform schools until I found a mentor and discovered boxing. That’s where I found my mission. To me, vulnerability isn’t a weakness—it’s a strength. It takes real courage to be honest, especially when the herd is moving the other way. My vulnerability is my armor. It’s my honesty. I’m okay with the man in the mirror because I’m honest about exactly who he is. As busy as you are, Mike Tyson is always thinking ahead. What’s next?

This was the inaugural year of the Mike Tyson Invitational, [which was recently held]

in Las Vegas. It’s an amateur tournament I am building to bring the glory of amateur boxing back to the United States. I’m also preparing for an exhibition match with Floyd Mayweather. I know people think it’s insane for a man approaching 60 to endure this level of training, but it’s how I’m wired. I am missionbased. My mentor gave me a foundation of structure and discipline that requires a goal to strive for. I always feel my best when I have a mission.

What about on the philanthropic side?

The Mike Tyson Foundation is expanding its reach under the leadership of my son Miguel Tyson. As our new executive director,

Miguel is doing an incredible job driving our mission forward. We are currently partnering with We 2 Matter—supporting formerly incarcerated women with housing and addiction counseling—and collaborating with Prince Jackson on the Passion Project to provide financial support for children pursuing their dreams. Our commitment is to help children nationally and, eventually, globally. What do you want to do that you have never done before?

I really want to do a play. I’ve been on Broadway before with my one-man show, Undisputed Truth, but now I want to challenge myself in a new way. I want to play a character outside of myself—someone completely different. I want the experience of working with a cast, going through the grind of rehearsals, and being truly vulnerable on stage.

There is nothing like the instant reaction you get from a live crowd. It’s the most honest feedback in the world; you know automatically whether you were great or whether you missed the mark. I’m big on doing things that are out of my comfort zone, because that’s where the growth is.

What’s your advice for young boxers?

If you truly want to do this as a profession, you must learn to limit distractions. Social media, the phone, and even relationships become distractions when you are on a mission. You have to master the discipline of sacrifice to achieve glory. Never let a loss discourage you; you learn far more from your defeats than your victories.

To win, you must do what your opponent isn’t doing. I ran at 4 in the morning because I knew my opponent was still sleeping while I was suffering. That gave me the psychological edge. It’s not about who has the best genes or the greatest gifts—it’s about who is willing to work harder than everyone else. Be disciplined with your time, your words, and your training.

You turn 60 in June. How will you celebrate?

I’ve never really been a big birthday guy. Even when I tell my wife not to, she always finds a way to do something small for me. To me, turning 60 is no different than any other year—every day is a blessing. But knowing my family, they’ll probably “surprise” me with something anyway. I just hope they keep it low-key. «

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A look at CultivAting edible plAntS At home

By Abigail Duffy

Downtown Delray Beach is set to a soundtrack of live music, clinking glasses, clattering cutlery, and the steady hum of traffic. Walking down Swinton Avenue, the pulse of the city’s energy is all-consuming. Then, like being pulled by an invisible string, you step into a forest: the Swinton Community Growing Project.

To most passersby, the flora, though remarkable, blends in with Florida’s bountiful greenery. But here, in this 7,500-squarefoot food forest, some 90 types

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of organic edible plants grow under the stewardship of a team of dedicated volunteers and Michiko Kurisu, the garden’s cofounder and director.

A food forest is a type of permaculture garden (an ecosystem designed to use sustainable techniques to work with nature instead of against it) and it is just one form an edible garden or landscape can take. As Ryan Boylston, CEO and owner of Jupiter-based Urban Abundance, explains, edible landscaping coexists with

traditional landscaping, with fruit trees, edible flowers, and grasses woven throughout. Edible gardens, by contrast, are often more contained—for example, in raised beds or dedicated sections of a yard.

If food forests or large landscaping projects aren’t in the cards, Kurisu assures that the benefits of edible gardening are achievable on many scales. “It could be a few pots on your patio or it could be a forest garden,” says Kurisu. “The intent is the common denominator, and

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Kurisu explains that all you need for a successful edible garden is enough sun, water, and soil. Size doesn’t matter; it can be as small as a few herbs in a container or as large as a multiacre food forest. Small yard spaces can be turned into miniature food forests with one canopy tree (think: banana, star fruit, or moringa), a vining plant to climb the tree, and ground cover roots. Boylston echoes this sentiment. He often starts Urban Abundance clients with raised garden beds of vegetables and herbs. From there, he suggests adding avocado or mango trees, followed by pollinator-friendly plants to support fruiting and biodiversity. “Little by little, you’re starting to create that permaculture/edible landscape,” he says.

Boylston adds that you don’t need to have a natural green thumb to succeed. If you select a sunny spot, water daily (especially during summer), use balanced and organic soil, and raise crops off the ground to avoid iguanas, you shouldn’t encounter too much trouble.

then the shape it takes could be so many things.”

Whether your aim is to grow ingredients for daily nourishment or to incorporate into a wellness regime, an edible garden can be beneficial to your personal well-being in more ways than one. Ready to grow your own? Here, Kurisu and Boylston share tips, tricks, and their favorite varieties to plant in South Florida’s USDA Hardiness Zones 10 and 11, characterized by subtropical conditions (hot summers and mild winters).

The Benefits

As gardeners grow their output, they go from being able to harvest occasionally to “pretty much always having access to food yearround,” says Boylston. Though he encourages gardeners to moderate their expectations about what their home garden will yield at first, he’s all about setting attainable goals. For example, aim to source one shopping category—such as greens—from your home garden. A bonus? “Regularly handing fresh food to your neighbors,” he notes. Kurisu cites the sustainability of growing food at home, which cuts down on certain trappings of large-scale food production like plastic packaging, pesticides, and transportation emissions. “When you start to see how your choices are impacting this huge web of sustainability, then you realize that growing your own food, in addition to being healthy and medicinal for your body, is doing something really good,” she explains. Plus, homeharvested yields tend to be more nutritious and flavorful thanks to less time spent off the plant.

Edible gardens also encourage biodiversity by attracting pollinators that help plants flourish and animals that nourish the soil. “You end up creating a lot more food for yourself but also for creatures,” says Kurisu.

Timeline Planting

EARLY OCTOBER: IF GROWING FROM SEEDS, PLANT WINTER/SPRING CROPS NOW TO GIVE THEM MORE TIME.

LATE OCTOBER TO EARLY NOVEMBER: PLANT STARTER PLANTS (PLANTS GROWN AT A NURSERY).

NOVEMBER TO APRIL: GROW AND HARVEST.

MAY: REMOVE WINTER/SPRING CROPS, FERTILIZE, TOP OFF SOIL, AND PLANT SUMMER CROPS LIKE SPINACHES, OKRAS, AND HERBS (OR THE SUBTROPICAL PLANTS FOUND IN “GARDEN GLOSSARY”).

NOTE: IF YOU LEAVE TOWN FOR THE SUMMER MONTHS, BOYLSTON SUGGESTS PLANTING POTATOES, TURMERIC, GINGER, SEMINOLE PUMPKIN, AND WATERMELON, WHICH ALL TAKE A WHILE TO GROW.

Important Questions

Kurisu encourages gardeners to ask themselves three questions: “What do I like to eat? What are my goals? Am I trying to address a certain health goal?”

Similarly, Boylston steers people toward what they already eat, as well as plants they can try out and repeatedly harvest, rather than one-offs.

“The less space you have, the more you should lean on crops that keep on giving,” he says.

Get Growing

Trader Joe’s organic seedlings. Head to your nearest Trader Joe’s location and make a beeline for the ﬂoral section for a budget-friendly selection of organic herb seed packets, including basil, mint, rosemary, and parsley. (traderjoes.com)

Felco Clippers. Precise, sharp, customizable, and crafted with interchangeable parts, these clippers will likely be the last ones you’ll ever need to buy. (america.felco.com)

Felco 600 Pull-Stroke Pruning Saw. Designed for pruning high up, this curved pruning saw is a fruit-harvesting wonder. (america.felco.com)

Tomita Nisaku Hori Hori Garden Knife. A good gardener is ready to respond to their landscape’s myriad needs. Whether it’s digging a spot in the soil to plant a new addition, quickly pruning dead foliage, or weeding around the garden, a durable stainless-steel digging knife can assist with it all. (daitool.com)

Dr. Earth Slow-Release Fertilizer. For a balanced and organic slow-release fertilizer, Kurisu points to the Dr. Earth line, which is pet- and people-safe and sustainably made. With an all-purpose variety; a palm, tropical, and hibiscus formula; a mix geared toward vegetables, tomatoes, and herbs; and more, you’re sure to ﬁnd just what your edible landscape needs. (drearth.com)

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GArDEN GLOSSArY

PLANTS TO GROW AT HOME—FROM APARTMENT BALCONIES TO SPRAWLING BACKYARD FOOD FORESTS—AND THEIR BENEFITS

In the Ground

RGE TREES WI ROOTS AT NEED ROOM TO GROW AND PROVIDE SHADE FOR WER GARDEN YERS

MORINGA

Known as the “tree of life” or the “miracle tree,” moringa is a fast-growing, droughttolerant tree lauded for both its medicinal and nonmedicinal beneﬁts. All parts of the tree, including its roots, leaves, and bark, have been cultivated for centuries and used to treat wounds, ulcers, liver disease, heart disease, cancer, toothaches, hypertension, and inﬂammation. Its leaves can be cooked and are high in beta-carotene, minerals, calcium, and potassium.

SOURSOP

AMLA

Native to India and Southeast Asia, amla (or Indian gooseberry) is a deciduous tree that grows small, tart fruit. It is rich in vitamin C and polyphenols, which have been shown to reduce one’s risk of diabetes, cancer, and inﬂammation, as well as protect the digestive tract and neurological health.

Also called guanabana, sirsak, and graviola, soursop is a broadleaf ﬂowering tree native to tropical Central and South America. Soursop boasts acetogenins, alkaloids, ﬂavonoids, and vitamins, which help prevent cancer, ulcers, diabetes, and more. It possesses vitamins B1, B2, B3, and C, as well as folate, calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, and copper.

PAPAYA

Native to southern Mexico and Central America, papaya may look like a melon, but it is considered a large berry. It is naturally high in vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium.

KATUK

Often referred to as star gooseberry or sweet leaf, katuk is harvested as a leafy green. It is exceptionally high in protein, calcium, carbohydrates, and vitamins A and C.

In a Planter

SHRUBS, HERBS, AND VINING PLANTS THAT CAN HANDLE BEING PLANTED IN SMALLER AREAS, LIKE WINDOW PLANTERS, POTS ON A BALCONY OR TERRACE, AND RAISED GARDEN BEDS

TULSI

Tulsi, or holy basil, is an aromatic, adaptogenic perennial celebrated in Ayurvedic tradition. Per the Cleveland Clinic, adaptogens are nontoxic active ingredients in plants that can impact how the body deals with stress, anxiety, and fatigue. Tulsi can counter metabolic stress through stabilization of blood glucose, blood pressure, and lipid levels (cholesterol), as well as psychological stress through its anxietyreducing and anti-depressant properties. Tulsi has also been shown to have antimicrobial properties; it can be used as hand sanitizer and mouthwash, for water purification and wound care, and more.

BITTER MELON

A member of the cucumber family, bitter melon is also known as bitter gourd, bitter squash, Goya melon, karela, and balsam pear. It is rich in vitamin C, folate, zinc, and potassium and has impacts on lowering blood sugar and fighting cancer cells.

SWEET POTATO

In addition to the tubers themselves, the leaves from the vines of a sweet potato crop can be harvested and consumed raw in salads, sautéed with garlic, or added to soups and stews. These leaves are rich in polyphenols, antioxidants, amino acids, and fiber.

HONORABLE MENTIONS: ginger, turmeric, mint, Cuban oregano, sissoo spinach, arugula

GOODS FROM THe GARDeN

RYANN MORRIS, AN AYURVEDIC CHEF, NUTRITIONAL HEALTH COACH, AND SWINTON COMMUNITY GROWING PROJECT VOLUNTEER, SHARES WHOLESOME RECIPES TO TURN YOUR BOUNTY INTO DELICIOUS FOOD

1. Katuk Waffles

Ingredients (makes 4 waffles)

1 1/4 cups white rice flour

2 tsp. baking powder

2 eggs, room temperature

3 tbsp. melted butter

1 cup almond milk

1/8 tsp. cream of tartar

2 tbsp. sugar

2 cups katuk leaves

In a blender, combine the rice flour, baking powder, eggs, melted butter, almond milk, cream of tartar, sugar, and katuk leaves. Blend on high until the batter is smooth and fully combined. Preheat a standard waffle iron to the classic setting. Once hot, lightly coat with coconut oil spray. Divide the batter evenly across the waffle compartments. Close and cook until golden and crisp, about 7 minutes. Serve warm.

In a high-powered blender, combine the zucchini, papaya, arugula, macadamia nuts, lime juice, salt, olive oil, cumin seeds, asafetida, and Thai chili. Blend until smooth. Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl. Stir in the coconut flakes until well mixed. This chutney is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Use it as a dressing for salads or zucchini noodles, pair it with fish, or spread it on a sandwich. To lighten it, omit the coconut flakes. 2 3

2. Moringa Bites

Ingredients (makes 9 bites)

3/4 cup almonds

1/4 cup pecans

3 oz. dates, pitted and chopped (about 1/2 cup)

1/2 cup coconut shreds

1 1/4 tsp. moringa leaf powder

1/8 tsp. salt

2 tbsp. filtered water

1 tsp. lemon zest (about 1/2 lemon)

1 tsp. vanilla powder

5 toasted pecans, halved lengthwise (optional)

Add the almonds and pecans to a food processor and process until they resemble small crumbs. Add the dates, coconut shreds, moringa leaf powder, salt, water, and lemon zest. Process until the mixture is sticky and well combined. Roll the mixture into 2-inch balls. Coat each with vanilla powder and top with a toasted pecan half, if using. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month or freeze for longer.

3. Papaya Chutney

Ingredients (makes 2 1/2 cups)

1 cup zucchini, peeled and diced

1/2 cup green papaya, peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced

1/2 cup packed baby arugula

1/2 cup raw macadamia nuts

1 tbsp. fresh lime juice

3/4 tsp. salt

2 tbsp. olive oil

1/4 tsp. cumin seeds

1/8 tsp. asafetida

1/4 tsp. minced green Thai chili

1/2 cup dried coconut flakes

LOCAL

Love

CELEBRATING PALM BEACH FLAVORS IN EVERY SIP

RECIPES AND STYLING BY JULES ARON PHOTOGRAPHY BY GYORGY PAPP

Meet the Makers

Munyon’s Paw-Paw Operating out of Palm Beach Gardens, Munyon’s Paw-Paw pays homage to a nineteenth-century tonic originally crafted by James Munyon. Featuring all-natural botanicals and inspired by the pawpaw fruit, this Floridian aperitif has a citrus-forward profile, revived and modernized for today’s palate. (munyonspawpaw.com)

Uni Organic Tequila Founded by Palm Beach County’s own Metta Risdal, Uni Organic Tequila is a premium spirit made from 100-percent blue weber agave. (unitequila.com)

Altima Caviar Maribel Alvarez’s Altima Caviar is a Palm Beach–based company that specializes in high-quality caviar, ethically sourced from European waters. From Kaluga to beluga, grab a tin to add a sophisticated element to any culinary presentation. (altimacaviar.com)

Gratitude Garden Farm In Loxahatchee, Gratitude Garden Farm is committed to sustainable and regenerative farming practices. The family-owned farm is best-known for its gourmet and medicinal culinary mushrooms. (gratitudegardenfarm.com)

Red Splendor Farms Red Splendor Farms is a versatile and community-focused farm in western Lake Worth. In addition to hosting farm-to-table dinners, this small family farm grows culinary herbs, edible flowers, greens, tropical fruits, and more. (redsplendorfarm.com)

Rancher’s Reserve Rancher’s Reserve humanely raises American Wagyu cattle and Berkshire hogs, without the use of antibiotics or hormones, on its ranch in Okeechobee. These meats and more are available to purchase locally at the Steak Shop by Rancher’s Reserve in West Palm Beach. (ranchersreservefl.com)

5150 Chocolate A certified organic chocolate factory in Delray Beach, 5150 Chocolate produces artisanal chocolates, bars, and specialty treats made without any white sugar. (5150chocolate.com)

Palm Beach Salt Co. Palm Beach Salt Co.’s artisanal sea salt is handharvested from nutrient-rich Atlantic waters off Palm Beach, preserving its natural minerals, including magnesium, calcium, and potassium. It boasts specialty flavors such as black truffle, hibiscus lime, and Herbes dé Palm Beach. (palmbeachsaltcompany.com)

Revenge Rum Launched by Chris Bolt, this small-batch craft rum distillery in West Palm Beach is known for its smooth, flavorful profile with Caribbean influences. Its signature white rum can be enjoyed on the rocks or as part of a refreshing tropical cocktail. (revenge.com)

Chik Monk Coffee This artisan coffee shop on Palm Beach is more than a hangout. It roasts specialty coffee using beans sourced from the owners’ family estates in Chikmagalur, India. (chikmonk.com)

BeautyBroth INGREDIENTS

Experience the elegance of this delicate mushroom infusion, crafted to nourish with its earthy ﬂavors. Source your trifecta of mushrooms from Gratitude Garden Farm for extra local cred.

4 cups ﬁltered water

1 oz. dried reishi mushrooms (or a few fresh slices)

1/2 small shallot, halved

1 tsp. black peppercorns

2 sprigs fresh thyme

1 cup fresh lion’s mane mushrooms, torn into bite-size pieces

1 1/2 cups oyster mushrooms, sliced

2 garlic cloves, smashed

1 tbsp. tamari or gluten-free soy sauce (optional)

1 tsp. sea salt

Olive oil and herbs of your choosing to garnish

« Add the water and reishi mushrooms to a medium-size pot and bring to a simmer, infusing for 20 minutes. Add the lion’s mane and oyster mushrooms, garlic, shallot, peppercorns, and thyme. Reduce heat and gently simmer for 4560 minutes. Strain the broth, discard the solids, then stir in the tamari or gluten-free soy sauce and salt. Serve warm, drizzled with olive oil and garnished with herbs.

CherryAcerola Spritz

This twist on a classic spritz puts tart and tangy local acerola cherries center stage. It is finished with edible flowers and herbs from Red Splendor Farms, plus a touch of hibiscus lime sea salt from Palm Beach Salt Co. for an unexpected brightness.

INGREDIENTS

5-6 acerola cherries, pitted 2 oz. sparkling wine or Prosecco 1 oz. club soda

Palm Beach Salt Co. hibiscus lime sea salt for rim Edible flowers and herbs of your choosing to garnish

« Rim one side of a wine glass with the salt and set aside. Muddle the acerola cherries in a mixing tin. Add the muddled cherries to the prepared glass. Fill the glass with ice, then pour in the sparkling wine or Prosecco. Top with club soda. Garnish with edible flowers and herbs of your choosing.

The Palm Beach Ember

marrow, made using bacon and bone marrow from the Steak Shop by Rancher’s Reserve. While the cocktail boasts a smoky depth and a touch of sweetness, the marrow is roasted until caramelized for a rich, buttery ﬂavor.

/2 tsp. pure maple syrup

2 dashes Angostura Bitters

« Cook the bacon until crispy and let cool. Combine the bacon with the tequila in a jar, seal, and place in the freezer overnight. To strain, use a ﬁne-mesh sieve to ﬁlter out the bacon fat and bits. Add the bacon-infused tequila, maple syrup, and bitters to a mixing glass with ice. Stir until cold. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.

FIRE-ROASTED BONE MARROW INGREDIENTS

4 large beef marrow bones

Olive oil to preference

Sea salt to taste

1 garlic clove, freshly chopped

Fresh herbs (thyme and/or rosemary)

Lemon wedges

« Preheat grill or oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Brush the bones with olive oil, then sprinkle with sea salt, garlic, and herbs. Roast or grill for 15-20 minutes until the marrow is bubbling and caramelized. Remove and rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

Salted Mango Latte

This creamy latte combines the lushness of fresh mango from Red Splendor Farms with the bold ﬂavor of Chik Monk Coﬀee and a touch of sea salt from Palm Beach Salt Co. Topped with frothy milk and served alongside 5150 chocolates, it’s the ideal blend of tropical sweetness and savory decadence. Looking for a nightcap? A pour of rum turns this warm drink into a tasty tipple.

INGREDIENTS

1/2 ripe mango

1 pinch of Palm Beach Salt Co. sea salt

Honey or simple syrup (optional, to taste)

Milk or cream to preference

1 cup brewed Chik Monk Coﬀee

1 1/2 oz. Revenge White Rum (optional)

5150 chocolates (for serving)

« Puree the mango, then stir in a pinch of sea salt and honey or simple syrup if desired. Froth the milk or cream until smooth and creamy. Pour the mango mixture into a mug, then add the brewed coﬀee and rum if using. Top with the frothy milk or cream. Serve alongside a few pieces of 5150 chocolates.

The Floridian50/50

This sophisticated Florida-inspired 50/50 martini combines Fords Gin with Munyon’s Paw-Paw as a unique vermouth substitute, creating a light and aromatic cocktail. Elevated with Regans’ Bitters, it offers a perfect balance of botanicals and fruitiness. Pair it with Altima Caviar for a truly refined experience.

INGREDIENTS

2 oz. Fords Gin

2 oz. Munyon’s Paw-Paw

2 dashes Regans’ Bitters

Lemon twist to garnish

Altima Caviar (for serving)

« Fill a mixing glass with ice. Add the gin, Munyon’s PawPaw, and bitters. Stir well until thoroughly chilled. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist and serve with Altima Caviar.

CLEAR SKIES

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALBERTO GONZALEZ

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SAVOR

BOLD

CREATIONS

Sweet

STAKES

In honor of the 152nd Kentucky Derby May 2, we tasked local pastry artists with crafting edible chapeaus worthy of the Run for the Roses. Denise Elrod, executive pastry chef of Blackbird Modern Asian restaurant in Jupiter, delivered a dramatic hat with undeniable allure.

“This iteration incorporates Blackbird’s signature black, red, and gold palette, and is far too striking to sit on a plate,” Elrod says. “It was meant to be worn.”

To make this one-of-a-kind sweet, Elrod used dark chocolate, miso paste, cream, hazelnuts, butter, sugar, and salt. She notes that shaping the chocolate base to capture the silhouette of couture headwear and achieve a smooth, velvetlike finish was the most challenging aspect of the construction. But her efforts resulted in an accessory that is as appetizing as it is beautiful.

“Every bite delivers a delicious mouthful of rich dark chocolate,” she explains, “but the real showstoppers are the salted hazelnut praline and miso-caramel ganache I’ve hidden beyond the petals inside the flowers.”

Stacy Paret of Sweet Stacy’s in West Palm Beach also rose to the challenge, creating a feminine hat with soft colors, gum-paste flowers, a large sugar-wafer bow, and a replica of a circa-1930s Derby ticket, also made of gum paste. As an homage to the state’s signature sip, the base of the hat is a Kentucky bourbon vanilla cake. While Paret shares that forming the brim and lining proved

difficult, the hardest part of the project was finalizing her design.

“There are so many styles to decide on,” she says. “The hat has its own personality.” (blackbirdmodernasian.com, sweetstacys palmbeach.com) —Mary Murray

JERRY RABINOWITZ

Kentucky Derby pastry and chocolate hats by Denise Elrod (above) and Stacy Paret (inset)

SAVOR

OPENINGS

A TASTE OF THE VINETA

AT OETKER HOTELS’ FIRST U.S. PROPERTY, THREE STYLISH DINING VENUES BRING PALM BEACH FLAIR AND RIVIERA INDULGENCE TO COCOANUT ROW

BY MARY MURRAY

For a European-style getaway in the heart of Palm Beach, make a beeline for The Vineta Hotel, the long-anticipated U.S. debut from Oetker Hotels. While The Vineta sits just blocks from Worth Avenue and occupies a historic building with deep Palm Beach pedigree, the refreshed property is transportive—delivering the type of modernized old-world glamour synonymous with the Oetker collection.

Dining plays a large part in that allure. The three primary culinary outlets at The Vineta are perfectly suited to both Palm Beach locals and the visiting jet set, marrying chic decor informed by the surrounding environment with fresh fare tailored to the moment. If that moment involves swimming, head to The Pool House. Decked out in lattice,

the jewel-box restaurant welcomes sunworshippers with beachy bites such as lobster rolls, club sandwiches, tuna tartare tacos, and designer pizzas. More in the mood for drinks with friends? The Bar beckons with a well-curated selection of bespoke cocktails, zero-proof options, and shareable plates. Inspired by the botanicals at nearby Pan’s Garden, the Cocktails in Bloom are particularly impressive. Order the dramatically pink Hibiscus—a luscious blend of Bombay Sapphire Gin, hibiscus, vanilla, blackberry, and egg white—and thank us later.

The grand dame of The Vineta’s food-andbeverage program is Coco’s, named for the hotel’s address on Cocoanut Row. The restaurant evokes the sort of leisurely high-end dining associated with the South of France,

with seating on an umbrella-dotted courtyard or inside a dining room buzzing with the town’s glitterati. While the spirit is French, the design is decidedly Palm Beach, expressed through a pink and green color scheme, palm fronds aplenty, vintage photographs, and a basrelief leopard in the ceiling near the bar (an homage to the Chesterfield Hotel’s legendary Leopard Lounge, once located in the same spot).

The menu reflects this PalmBeach-by-way-of-the-French-Riviera je ne sais quoi, even including a few signature offerings from Oetker’s iconic Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes. Start with the consommé de volaille with chestnut mushrooms and aged Pecorino, followed by the sea bass with fennel puree, crushed San Marzano tomatoes, and basil mayonnaise for the full Euro experience.

Refined hedonism may be an oxymoron, but it encapsulates Coco’s to a T. Diners can upgrade a delicate golden tomato gazpacho with a serving of Maine lobster or add a few grams of truffle to a plate of house-made tagliatelle. Desserts strike a similar balance. Expect elegant interpretations of classics, from heavenly profiteroles to chocolate and hazelnut soufflé. An unexpectedly nostalgic standout? The salted caramel turtle sundae, with vanilla ice cream, caramelized pecans, chocolate sauce, and salted caramel drizzle. It’s a distinctly Palm Beach indulgence, with a percentage of sales supporting local sea turtle conservation. (oetkerhotels.com/hotels/ the-vineta-hotel)

At The Vineta Hotel, savor light dishes such as the Mediterranean tuna tartare at The Pool House (far left) 0r lobster and sea bass at Coco’s (left and below).

VIA TOLILA

THE GOODS

FEELING HOT, HOT, HOT

Elevate your at-home Cinco de Mayo or Taco Tuesday eats with Cholo Sauce, the not-so-secret sauce from chef Clay Carnes of Cholo Soy Cocina in West Palm Beach. Now available at the restaurant and on Amazon, the sauce comes in an 8-ounce bottle, is vegan and dairy-free, and features flavors of red peppers, pineapple, and habanero. “We really wanted to bring the sauce to a greater audience,” says Carnes. “People always talk about the sauce and ask if they can buy it. We knew it was something we wanted to do. We are excited about the Cholo Sauce being available and are working on bottling a few more of our most popular sauces for retail. Stay tuned.” (cholosoycocina.com/cholo-sauce) —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

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) $$

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

BRICKTOP’S Classic American fare is elevated for the Palm Beach set at this high-end favorite. 375 S. County Road, Palm Beach (bricktops.com) $$$

BUCCAN Chef Clay Conley offers a wide-ranging menu of small plates that changes with the seasons. Michelin recommended. 350 S. County Road, Palm Beach (buccanpalmbeach.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) $$

CAFÉ CHARDONNAY Chef-owner Frank Eucalitto has augmented the menu with influences from Latin America and Asia. 4533 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (cafechardonnay.com) $$$

CITY CELLAR WINE BAR & GRILL Offering pizza, steaks, fresh pasta, and seafood. 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (citycellarwpb.com) $$

THE COOPER Practicing farm-to-table cooking, The Cooper presents innovative takes on classics from pasta to cocktails. 4610 PGA Blvd. Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens (thecooperrestaurant.com) $$

COOPER’S HAWK WINERY & RESTAURANTS A Napastyle tasting room offers dishes paired with a perfect Cooper’s Hawk wine selection. 3101 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, in The Gardens Mall; 1387 S. State Road 7, Wellington (chwinery.com) $$

DRIFTWOOD This creative eatery specializes in innovative Florida fare and fun cocktails. 2005 S. Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach (driftwoodboynton.com) $$

GREASE BURGER BAR The high-end burgers elevate pub cuisine to a divine experience. 213 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (greasewpb.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 chef Lindsay Autry features a whimsical take on Old Florida cuisine. 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens (pgaresort.com) $$

THE HOUSE Chef Jason Van Bomel showcases his South Florida roots at this sophisticated yet laid-back eatery at The Park golf course. 7301 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach (thehousewestpalm.com) $$

LEWIS PRIME GRILL Tucked away in the Acreage Plaza, this grill house serves up steaks, chops, and seafood favorites. 7040 Seminole Pratt Whitney Road, Loxahatchee (lewisprimegrill.com) $$

Chef Clay Carnes is now offering his signature Cholo Sauce online. Patrons at Cholo Soy Cocina can also purchase a bottle to take home.

COURTESY OF CHOLO SOY COCINA

SAVOR

MR. B’S TAVERN It’s always 5 o’clock at this hip hangout that is putting a modern spin on Old Florida. 5201 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach (mrbspb.com) $$

PROPER GRIT Using only locally sourced ingredients, this gastropub in The Ben hotel pays homage to Floridian fare. 251 N. Narcissus Ave., West Palm Beach (propergrit.com) $$$

SECOND RODEO Belly up to the bar at this hip hangout with an evolving menu of wood-fired American eats plus late-night offerings. 640 E. Ocean Ave. Suite 6, Boynton Beach (secondrodeolounge.com) $$

SURFSIDE DINER This casual breakfast and lunch spot serves classic comfort food. 314 S. County Road, Palm Beach (surfsidediner.com) $

THE TIDES Chef Leanne Kelleher highlights Florida dishes enhanced by flavors from Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Deep South. 3103 Cardinal Drive, Vero Beach (tidesofvero.com) $$$

TROPICAL BBQ MARKET The team behind Tropical Smokehouse has brought their signature Florida barbecue to this downtown breakfast and lunch spot. 206 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach; 524 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (eattropical.com) $

TROY’S BARBEQUE & SOUTHERN KITCHEN

Locals return again and again for the superior barbecue. 400 B W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (bbqtroys.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) $$

TWENTYTWENTY GRILLE TwentyTwenty does not hold back with its modern cuisine. 141 Via Naranjas, Boca Raton (twentytwentygrille.com) $$$

VOODOO BAYOU Take your palate on a walk through the French Quarter. 11701 Lake Victoria

Fish on the Fly EXPANSIONS

If your prime predicament when you go out for sushi is that you want to try everything, then Kura Sushi has you covered. Here, patrons can choose from more than 100 dishes as they glide by on a bi-level conveyor belt. Expect an array of rolls and nigiri, as well as noodles, soups, and sides. Did we mention that robots deliver the drinks? Kura Sushi recently opened in Wellington, marking the restaurant chain’s fifth location in Florida and first in Palm Beach County. (kurasushi.com) —M.M.

Gardens Ave. Suite 5095, Palm Beach Gardens (voodoobayou.com) $

ASIAN AND INDIAN

ALLEY CAT Chef Eric Baker slings up small Asian bites and an array of specialty sushi rolls. 297 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (alleycatboca.com) $$

AYRE BY KARMA This waterfront restaurant at the Amrit Ocean Resort specializes in Ayurvedicinspired Indian dishes that are at once beautiful to behold and nourishing to the body. 3100 N. Ocean Drive, Riviera Beach (ayrebykarma.com) $$$

CHUBBY CAT Inspired by the Japanese izakaya (an informal bar where small bites complement sake and other drinks), Chubby Cat showcases chef-curated small plates as well as sushi with a twist. 25 N.E. 2nd Ave. #116, Delray Beach (chubbycatsushi.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) $$

NOBU At the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, Nobu features a sushi bar and signature dishes such as yellowtail sashimi with jalapeño. 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (eauresortandspa.com) $$$

PUBBELLY SUSHI Miami-based Pubbelly Sushi boasts an eclectic menu of classic rolls and signature offerings. 303 Clematis St., West Palm Beach;

5377 Town Center Road Unit 400, Boca Raton (pubbellyglobal.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) $$

STAGE Through small dishes packed with flavor, Stage presents delicious curries, gluten-free veggie options, and more. Michelin recommended. 2000 PGA Blvd. Suite 5502, Palm Beach Gardens; 5377 Town Center Road Suite 200 (stagekitchenandbar.com) $$

ECLECTIC

ARA Executive chef Kayla Casale crafts globally inspired Mediterranean cuisine that reflects her heritage and culinary pedigree. 1406 Cypress Drive, Jupiter (arajupiter.com) $$

BARCELLO With a pasta section ranging from pad thai to rigatoni, Barcello’s menu is one of the most unique in Palm Beach County. 11603 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach (barcellonpb.com) $$

HMF The Breakers’ glamorous cocktail lounge is a fashionable mix of modern and classic. 1 S. County Road, Palm Beach (thebreakers.com/dining/hmf/) $$

ISLA & CO. Isla & Co. specializes in Australian cuisine, complete with a hearty brunch menu and a robust coffee program. 1401 Clare Ave., West Palm Beach (isla-co.com) $$

LOLA 41 From Italian-imbued plates to innovative sushi, this vibrant restaurant bases its menu off of the flavors found along the forty-first parallel. 290 Sunset Ave., Palm Beach (lola41.com) $$

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

SWEETWATER The compelling cocktail program is complemented by an array of globally influenced bites. 1507 S. Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach (sweetwater33.com) $$

FRENCH AND FRENCH AMERICAN

BRULÉ BISTRO This Pineapple Grove outpost draws regulars for creative cocktails and cuisine. 200 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (brulebistro.com) $$

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

LOÏC BAKERY CAFÉ BAR French native Loïc Autret is the man behind the out-of-this-world croissants at this industrial-chic café. 480 Hibiscus St. #116, West Palm Beach (bakeryloic.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

COURTESY OF KURA SUSHI

Lucerne Ave., Lake Worth Beach; 2831 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (vincentsfrenchbakery.com) $

ITALIAN

ADRIENNE’S PIZZABAR A favorite from New York’s Financial District, Adrienne’s slings Neapolitan-style pizza and such beloved standards as arancini and cannoli. 378 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (adriennespizzabar.com) $

BICE Homemade pastas, excellent service, and tiramisu will make you feel like Italy isn’t so far away. 313 Worth Ave., Palm Beach (bice-palmbeach.com) $$$

CAMPI Inside The Ray hotel, Campi is the South Florida version of NYC’s Campagnola restaurant. 233 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (therayhotel.com) $$

CUCINA PALM BEACH After indulging in Italian dishes, clear your table for the nightclub. 257 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (cucinapalmbeach.com) $$

EATALY In addition to a well-stocked specialty market, Eataly boasts grab-and-go counters of Italian fare and two sitdown restaurants, La Pizza & La Pasta and Il Pastaio. 580 Hibiscus St., West Palm Beach (eataly.com) $$

ELISABETTA’S This sleek eatery slings up handmade Italian delicacies, including to-die-for pasta and pizza. 185 Banyan Blvd., West Palm Beach; 32 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (elisabettas.com) $$

JULIANA’S PIZZA Famed NYC pizza proprietor Patsy Grimaldi came out of retirement to establish Juliana’s Pizza. 875 N. Railroad Ave., West Palm Beach (julianaspizza.com) $

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

LA VILLETTA RISTORANTE ITALIANO Chef Maria MirraCostanza traveled the world before serving her old-world cuisine in South Florida. 4351 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (lavillettaboca.com) $$$

LYNORA’S A family affair, Lynora’s excels at modernizing classic Italian dishes. 207 Clematis St., West Palm Beach; 5320 Donald Ross Road Suite 135, Palm Beach Gardens; 1548 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; 9560 Glades Road Suite 190, Boca Raton; 3215 S.W. Mapp Road, Palm City (lynoras.com) $$

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

PARADISO RISTORANTE Chef Angelo Romano serves traditional Italian meals along with some surprises. 625 Lucerne Ave., Lake Worth Beach (paradisolakeworth.com) $$$

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

RISTORANTE CLARETTA Classic cuisine is beautifully prepared by this Northern Italian transplant. 1315 S.W. Martin Hwy., Palm City (ristoranteclaretta.com) $$

SERENA PASTIFICIO The scratch kitchen turns out handmade pasta, all complemented by seasonal cocktails and a well-curated wine list. 301 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (serena-pastificio.com) $$

TRAMONTI RISTORANTE ITALIAN A taste of New York, Tramonti is the Delray Beach version of Angelo’s of Mulberry St., which has been serving Neapolitan cuisine since 1902 119 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (tramontidelray.com) $$

LATIN AMERICAN AND MEXICAN

AUSTIN REPUBLIC Chef James Strine flexes his TexMex muscle at this neighborhood eatery. 661 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach (theaustinrepublic.com) $

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

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

EMELINA Chefs Osmel González and Camila Salazar transport diners to the Cuba of their dreams at this fine-dining chefs’ table experience. 424 Park Place #101, West Palm Beach (emelinawpb.com) $$$

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

ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR Every day is Cinco de Mayo at Rocco’s. 224 Clematis St., West Palm Beach; 5090 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 110 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 5250 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton (roccostacos.com) $

THE WAVE KITCHEN & BAR Situated inside Emilio and Gloria Estefan’s 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 beloved tacos and Mexican street food recently found a new home in Industry Alley. 2676 Florida Ave., West Palm Beach (instagram.com/zipitios) $

MEDITERRANEAN

AMAR MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO Stop by for an authentic taste of Lebanon, from classic meze to el mehchi, an eggplant dish stuffed with spinach, onions, and chickpeas. 25 S.E. 6th Ave., Delray Beach (amardelray.com) $$

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) $

CAFÉ LANDWER With roots in Tel Aviv, Café Landwer has expanded to more than 80 locations worldwide, serving up modern Mediterranean flavors with global flourishes. 9858 Clint Moore Road, Boca Raton (landwercafe.com) $

LA CIGALE La Cigale bills itself as “A Taste of the Mediterranean,” serving classic French dishes along with influences from Spain, Italy, and North Africa. 253 S.E. 5th Ave., Delray Beach (lacigaledelray.com) $$$

LEFKES ESTIATORIO In addition to modernized Greek and broader Mediterranean fare, Lefkes Estiatorio boasts a full-service sushi and sashimi bar. 33 S.E. 3rd Ave. Suite 105, Delray Beach (lefkesgroup.com) $$

LIBATIONS

ROSÉ ROYALTY

Rosé has become so ubiquitous that it’s easy to forget that pink wine was not always in vogue. One of the pioneers in the rosé revolution has been Chateau d’Esclans’ Whispering Angel, which splashed onto the scene in 2006. To celebrate 20 years, Whispering Angel has debuted a special 2025 vintage in a limitededition anniversary bottle with a label featuring founder Sacha Lichine’s signature. A blend of Grenache, Cinsault, and Rolle grapes, this rosé is a succinct expression of the Whispering Angel profile, characterized by notes of citrus and red fruits. Pick up your twentieth anniversary bottle at local Whispering Angel retailers, including Scotti’s Wines & Liquors on Palm Beach. (esclans.com) —M.M.

SEAFOOD

50 OCEAN The second floor of Boston’s on the Beach houses an elegant restaurant specializing in first-rate seafood and a beautiful brunch. 50 S. Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach (50ocean.com) $$

CAPTAIN CHARLIE’S REEF GRILL This unassuming restaurant packs a punch with a large selection of Cajun-inspired entrées. 12846 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach (captaincharliesreefgrillfl.com) $

COD AND CAPERS SEAFOOD MARKET AND CAFÉ A market and restaurant, Cod and Capers sells fresh fish to bring home or will take care of dinner for you. 1201 U.S. 1, North Palm Beach (codandcapers.com) $$

CORVINA SEAFOOD GRILL Chef Jeff Tunks infuses his eclectic culinary experience into delectable seafood delicacies. 110 Plaza Real S., Boca Raton (corvinabocaraton.com) $$$

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

DIVE BAR RESTAURANT Dine on the water or sit at the open-air bar surrounding a large saltwater aquarium. 318 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (divebar restaurant.com) $$

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

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

MUSSEL BEACH This coastal-inspired restaurant offers 12 unique preparations of mussels, served in giant pots ideal for sharing and sopping up juices with an order of frites. 501 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (musselbeachdelray.com) $$

OCEANWALK BY BENNY’S ON THE BEACH From the coastal-chic design reminiscent of a modern Palm Beach home to a culinary program that celebrates the gems of the Florida coast, every aspect of the Oceanwalk experience both complements its seaside setting and feels elevated in a big-city way. 10 S. Ocean Blvd. #7, Lake Worth Beach (oceanwalkbybennys.com) $$

ONA COASTAL CUISINE The Mediterranean isn’t so far away at this new eatery inside the Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort. 3800 N. Ocean Drive, Riviera Beach (onacoastalcuisine.com) $$

PRIME CATCH Nestled on the waterfront, Prime Catch pairs stunning views with raw bar delights and innovative specials. 700 E. Woolbright Road, Boynton Beach (primecatchboynton.com) $$

THE RIVER HOUSE Seafood gets top billing at this waterfront hot spot, but don’t sleep on the burgers and steaks. 2373 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (theriverhousepbg.com) $$$

SEMINOLE REEF GRILL Key West charm commingles with Palm Beach sophistication at this locally owned restaurant specializing in fresh fish and made-fromscratch delicacies. 11940 U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite 175, Palm Beach Gardens (seminolereefgrill.com) $$$

SQUARE GROUPER TIKI BAR Tropical drinks, American-style bar bites, and live music can be found at this lively spot. 1111 Love St., Jupiter; 1920 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce (squaregrouper.net) $$

STEAK HOUSE

ABE & LOUIE’S In addition to serving outstanding beef, Abe & Louie’s features classic New England seafood dishes. A comprehensive wine list rounds out the experience. 2200 W. Glades Road, Boca Raton (abeandlouies.com) $$$

THE BUTCHER’S CLUB At this high-end steak house inside PGA National Resort, Top Chef winner Jeremy Ford creates dishes that truly taste as amazing as they look. Michelin recommended. 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens (pgaresort.com) $$$

CUT 432 This modern steak house has a hip, highenergy environment. Executive chef and owner Anthony Pizzo pairs his food with excellent wines. 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) $$$

GALLAGHERS The Runyonesque Roaring Twenties are alive and well at this Manhattan transplant where dry-aged steaks reign supreme. 2006 N.W. Executive Center Circle, Boca Raton (gallaghers nysteakhouse.com) $$$

HARRY’S Harry’s has perfected the steak house experience, from beef Wellingtons carved tableside to ice-cold martinis. 384 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (harrysbarrestaurant.com) $$$

HOUSTON’S Focusing on American classics, this Hillstone steak house prepares its flawless dishes from scratch. 1900 N.W. Executive Center Circle, Boca Raton (houstons.com) $$$

THE JUPITER GRILL Steak and seafood share top billing at this modern coastal steak house at Harbourside Place. 149 Surroundings Ave., Jupiter (thejupitergrill.com) $$$

LEWIS STEAKHOUSE The family behind Okeechobee Steakhouse brings its classic fare and exquisite hospitality to North County. 6390 W. Indiantown Road Suite #59, Jupiter (lewissteakhouse.com) $$$

MEAT MARKET The Palm Beach County outposts of this sultry steak house micro chain offer a dynamic menu and a sexy ambience in which to see and be seen. 191 Bradley Place, Palm Beach; 2000 N.W. 19th St., Boca Raton (meatmarket.net) $$$

NEW YORK PRIME This steak house has it all: firstrate raw materials, flawlessly executed dishes, and tables spaced far enough apart for private conversations. 2350 N.W. Executive Center Drive, Boca Raton (newyorkprime.com) $$$

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. Michelin recommended. 480 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach (nicholsonmuir.com) $$$

OKEECHOBEE STEAKHOUSE Credited as the oldest steak house in Florida, the Okeechobee Steakhouse opened in 1947 and has been an institution ever since. 2854 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach (okeesteakhouse.com) $$$

PALM BEACH GRILL The Palm Beach outpost of Houston’s offers beloved items we have come to expect: ribs, steaks, and seafood. Wine is taken as seriously as the food, and the list includes the best of the New World’s smaller wineries. 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (palmbeachgrill.com) $$$

PINK STEAK Chef and restaurateur Julien Gremaud reinterprets the steak house experience through a South Florida lens at this new hot spot. 2777 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (pinksteak.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) $$

SIP WITH PBI

VERVE & VINO

TOASTING ITALIAN ARTISTRY WITH A STYLISH SIP WORTHY OF THE RUNWAY

BY JULES ARON

Step into a world of high glamour and rich craftsmanship as the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) Miami hosts “From the Heart to the Hands: Dolce & Gabbana” through June 13. The immersive exhibition highlights Mediterranean culture and the artistry behind the iconic fashion house. To mark the occasion, consider raising a glass with wines from the Donnafugata x Dolce & Gabbana collection.

The elegant wines showcase native Sicilian grape varieties and reﬂect the passion and Mediterranean soul that permeate the exhibition. For a light, ﬂavorful celebration, try the La Dolce Vita Rosé Fizz, a fragrant cocktail made with Donnafugata Rosa, a rosé derived from Nerello Mascalese and Nocera, capturing the essence of Sicilian energy. (miami.dolcegabbanaexhibition.com, donnafugata.it)

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La Dolce Vita Rosé Fizz

Ingredients

1 bottle Donnafugata Rosa

1 cup strawberries, sliced 1-2 tsp. rose water

1 bottle Donnafugata sparkling wine (Brut or Rosé)

Food-grade rose petals to garnish

« Combine Donnafugata Rosa with sliced strawberries and rose water in a pitcher. Chill for at least 2 hours. Before serving, add the Donnafugata sparkling wine and garnish with rose petals. Serve over ice.

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HOME

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

DESIGN

A CITRUS

TWIST

Inspired by citrus hues and the natural environment, Helen Bergin of Helen Bergin Interiors created this delightful bungalow with plenty of visual pops and design intrigue for homeowners who wanted to have a little fun with their foray into Palm Beach. “We were tasked with taking them ‘out of their comfort zone’ and swathing the home in pattern and a vibrant color palette,” says Bergin. The result is a lively home full of playful and curious spaces that beckon with a supremely inviting vibe. Bergin’s favorite element is the art in the breakfast area. “It speaks volumes in this petite space and really makes its mark in a fabulous way.” (helenbergininteriors. com) —Liza Grant Smith

ELEMENTS

Modern ROCOCO

REIMAGINE THE PLAYFUL, GILDED ELEGANCE OF THIS HISTORIC STYLE IN YOUR CURRENT DECOR

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

GILT TRIP

The carved and gilded Versailles wall mirror ($3,360) from Jonathan Charles Fine Furniture features a surround of fine Rococo scrolls and floral ornaments as well as a stylized fleur-de-lis. Perigold, West Palm Beach (perigold.com)

WALLFLOWER WHIMSY

A romantic scene of ﬂowering vines and birds infuses whimsy into this Daisy Bennett peel-and-stick wallpaper ($55 per roll). Chelsea Lane, West Palm Beach (chelsea laneco.com)

ON THE FRINGE

The scalloped fringe on the shade of the Odette ceramic table lamp ($450) by Williams Sonoma adds extra panache to an already posh accessory. Williams Sonoma, Palm Beach Gardens, Boca Raton (williams-sonoma.com)

PERFECTLY IMPERFECT

Pieces from Vietri’s Storia collection, like this oval platter ($350), are inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi and celebrate the beauty of imperfections. Casa Cristalle, West Palm Beach (casacristalle.com)

FLOWERY PRAISE

Built using solid tulip wood, each Arhaus Soﬁa Bell’Arte demilune cabinet ($7,600) is handcrafted in Italy and ﬁnished with a three-day staining, painting, and lacquer process. Arhaus, Palm Beach Gardens, Boca Raton (arhaus.com)

VERDANT HEIRLOOM

When working with this Palm Beach client, Louise Copeland of L.B. Copeland Interior Design aimed to give the antique Zuber & Cie wallpaper the prominence it deserved while simultaneously creating a room that feels like a lush garden. “The hand-painted panels are a family relic,” Copeland explains. “They originally hung in the client’s South Carolina home and were later installed in her daughter’s Gramercy apartment in New York. When that apartment was sold, the wallpaper was mounted on boards so it could have a third life in Palm Beach. We used the botanical palette to inspire the custom rug and chair upholstery, allowing the entire space to grow naturally from the wallpaper.” (lbcopeland.com)

FRONT-ROW SEAT

HOMEGROWN BEAUTY

Add a delightfully untamed and winsome occupant to your couch with Serena & Lily’s Priano linen pillow ($168). Serena & Lily, Palm Beach (serenaandlily.com)

While they make an ideal accompaniment to your table, the Ramona dining chairs ($1,599 each) from Ballard Designs could easily be the star of the show thanks to a twisted rope frame and knotted tassel feet. Ballard Designs, West Palm Beach (ballarddesigns.com)

ADAM KANE MACCHIA

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BALANCE

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

AWARENESS

RED SNEAKER SERVICE

La Sirena owners Diane and Marcello Fiorentino have further solidified their dedication to the community with the announcement that they have partnered with Red Sneakers for Oakley to become the first res taurant in Florida to voluntarily carry and be trained in the use of emergency epinephrine. With restaurants the second most common place where food-allergy reactions occur—and very few equipped to respond in the critical first few minutes of a reaction—this is an important step in setting a new standard for food allergy safety in the hospitality industry.

educating the public about the seriousness of food allergies and the importance of anaphylaxis preparedness. On this day, people are encouraged to wear red sneakers, post photos or videos to social media, share educational facts about food allergies, support advocacy efforts, and embolden schools, teams, and organizations to join in.

Red Sneakers for Oakley was founded by the Debbs family after their son, Oakley, lost his life following a fatal anaphylactic reaction due to a nut allergy. The West Palm Beach–based organization recently unveiled Epi Everywhere, a national initiative to equip high-risk environments such as schools, restaurants, and ballparks with emergency epinephrine kits and provide comprehensive training. This month is especially significant for the nonprofit as it will mark International Red Sneakers Day May 20, a global awareness day dedicated to

The mission behind Red Sneakers for Oakley is particularly near and dear to the Fiorentinos as their children went to school with Oakley. “When we were approached to be a part of this initiative, we were honored,” says Marcello. “We have a responsibility for the safety of our guests and are now prepared if someone suffers an allergic reaction. We also hope to set an example for all restaurants to join in the life-saving mission that Red Sneakers for Oakley works tirelessly for every day.” (redsneakers.org, lasirenaonline.com)

—Liza Grant Smith

Top left, from left: Lindsey Spangler, executive director of Red Sneakers for Oakley; Diane and Marcello Fiorentino, owners of La Sirena; and Merrill Debbs, founder of Red Sneakers for Oakley.

SPORTS

THE ROYAL TREATMENT

THE COUNTY’S FIRST MAJOR LEAGUE PICKLEBALL TEAM IS READY TO HIT THE COURT

BY SKYE SHERMAN

Palm Beach County’s pickleball craze is going big league. The Palm Beach Royals will debut as the twenty-third team in Major League Pickleball (MLP) this month, with the season lasting through August. Backed by digital development and investment firm Hyperspace Ventures and a roster of high-profile athlete investors, the franchise aims to anchor the sport’s explosive growth locally. Here, co-founder Zach Hunter shares the vision behind the Royals—and why Palm Beach is ripe for prime time. (palmbeachroyals.com)

XPBI: What did your personal journey into pickleball look like?

Hunter: I grew up a tennis purist, so I did not immediately buy into pickleball. I respected it, but I did not think it was for me. Then I played. Within one session, I was hooked. It felt like tennis mixed with chess. Fast hands and quick points, layered with strategy, positioning, and anticipation. The margins are small and the thinking is constant. It rewards discipline and creativity at the same time. I caught the bug quickly and have been playing almost every day since. What started as skepticism turned into obsession, and ultimately into building a franchise around a sport I now fully believe in.

Palm Beach County already has one of the highest pickleball participation rates in the country. Why is this the right moment to launch a MLP franchise here?

Palm Beach County is already the mecca of pickleball from an amateur participation standpoint. The courts are full, from sunrise to sunset. Private clubs, public parks, country clubs, training centers—the depth of engagement here is differ-

ent. It’s not just recreational; it’s competitive, social, and deeply embedded into daily life.

From a professional perspective, it’s even more compelling. Roughly 18 of the top 20 players in the world now live and train in South Florida. That kind of density does not happen by accident. The weather, facilities, coaching ecosystem, and lifestyle have made this a true high-performance hub for the sport.

Then you look at it economically and culturally. Palm Beach understands premium experiences.

It values sport, health, design, and community. It supports its teams, invests in infrastructure, and appreciates quality over noise.

When you combine the strongest amateur base in the country, a concentration of elite professional talent, and a market that aligns with where professional pickleball is heading, the timing felt obvious. It was not about forcing a franchise into a new market. It was about formalizing what was already organically happening here.

Boca Paddle will eventually become the team’s home, with “The Royal Court” as its centerpiece. What kind of fan experience are you envisioning there?

The Royal Court won’t feel like a municipal rec center … [Expect] premium seating, hospitality lounges, luxury finishes, and sponsor integrations that feel natural, not intrusive. We want fans to feel like they’re attending a boutique sporting event … It will still be social and energetic but refined.

What would success look like for the Royals at the end of the first season?

On the court, competitiveness, discipline, [and] a team identity people recognize. Off the court, community engagement and brand clarity. If Palm Beach feels proud of the Royals, if people wear the crest even when we’re not playing, that’s success. Year one is about foundation, not flash.

Above, from left: Taylor Meyer, Zach Hunter (also pictured at left), and Alex Rafiee, co-founders of Hyperspace Ventures and owners of the Palm Beach Royals, with Brian Levine, co-founder of Boca Paddle

BALANCE

INNOVATION

HUB OF ACTIVITY

Rather than concierge medicine, which improves access to physicians, Radence is focusing on concierge science, which improves access to scientific breakthroughs. The company has chosen West Palm Beach for the location of its first precision health hub.

This private, appointment-only environment is built for comprehensive, datadriven disease prevention and detection. Only one member is scheduled at a time and there are no waiting rooms. Depending on each member’s protocol, the experience may include body composition analysis, blood draws, and cardiovascular and metabolic screenings, in addition to detailed clinical

consultations. The goal is to establish a patient’s baseline across major organ systems and then monitor for subtle deviations over time.

“This is not a traditional clinic,” says David Medvedeff, CEO of Radence. “It is a private environment designed to give members clarity about what is happening inside their bodies before something feels wrong.”

According to Medvedeff, early detection is key as most chronic diseases develop silently over years. “Waiting for symptoms is a

strategy; it’s just not a very proactive one,” he says. “The earlier you understand your risk, the more optionality you preserve.”

Radence aims to deliver the most promising scientific approaches, evaluating emerging diagnostics through a rigorous scientific lens and integrating those that meet strict evidence thresholds. “Science is advancing rapidly,” Medvedeff adds. “The challenge is not discovery. The challenge is delivery. Concierge science is how we close that gap responsibly.” (radence.com) —L.G.S.

OUTSIDE

Setting Sail Safely

Loggerhead Marinelife Center, the Perry J. Cohen Foundation, and the Chapman School of Seamanship have teamed up to foster the next generation of confident, competent, informed boaters to save lives, both human and animal. The free Perry J. Cohen Boating Safety and Ocean Stewardship Course is held monthly (with two sessions in June and August) and geared toward teens and young adults between the ages of 14 and 25.

The course is named in honor of Perry J. Cohen, a 14-yearold boy who went missing at sea in July 2015. It is built on a “hands-on” philosophy and pairs vital classroom instruction with on-water training. It also enables participants to be “boots on the ground” at sea when it comes to preventing, identifying, and responding to critical marine life injuries and threats to ocean ecosystems.

“By offering this training free of charge, the program removes barriers to education, honoring Perry’s legacy by fostering a community of informed, responsible, and environmentally conscious mariners,” says Pamela Cohen, co-founder of the Perry J. Cohen Foundation. “Through this blend of safety and stewardship, the course ensures that [one’s] passion for the ocean is matched by the knowledge required to navigate it safely.” (marinelife.org) —L.G.S.

Radence’s concierge science health hub is helmed by CEO David Medvedeff (left).

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SKIN CARE HAUTE SPOTS

Valentina Hernandez Botero founded Sana Skin Studio to embody the philosophy that everyone can become their own skin healer. At Sana, which recently opened in West Palm Beach, the facials on offer are rooted in education and powered by clean, toxin-free skin care, with each one customized to an individual’s unique needs and goals. “We believe skin is a reflection of our journey—it’s not always perfect and we’re okay with that,” says Botero. “Our monthly Skin Memberships provide a consistent support system to guide you on your skin journey. Getting monthly facials is the best way to maintain your skin and work toward your skin goals.” (sanaskinstudio.com)

Sisley Paris has debuted a new boutique in Palm Beach’s Esplanade. In addition to an array of phyto cosmetology products, the boutique includes a treatment room where customers can experience services such as the Black Rose Radiance and Sisleÿa anti-aging facials. “Every person who enters one of our maisons is fully immersed in the Sisley universe,” says Jim Maki, president of Sisley Paris USA. “They will be able to experience all the brand’s axes with our expertly trained aestheticians and professionals—skin care treatments, fragrance, makeup applications and services, and hair services with stylists.” (sisley-paris.com) —L.G.S.

AESTHETICS

The JECT Effect

After a series of buzzy pop-ups at The Colony Hotel and the Paramount building, Ject has opened a permanent home in West Palm Beach, bringing its signature glow-up services and injectables to a devoted local clientele. Founded in 2019 by boardcertified physician assistant Gabby Garritano, Ject was created to redefine the medical aesthetics experience, pairing clinical expertise with a polished, patient-first environment. The opening marks the brand’s ninth outpost nationwide, joining locations in New York City, Los Angeles, Miami Beach, and Bridgehampton.

The new 1,200-square-foot space feels very Palm Beach, with palm leaf wallpaper, gold finishes, and locally sourced antique furnishings. With four treatment rooms and Garritano herself frequently seeing patients on-site, the setting strikes a balance between intimacy and expertise.

Ject is known for its natural, refined approach—more “tweakment” than transformation—offering everything from Botox and

dermal fillers to advanced treatments like Sculptra and microneedling with salmon DNA. The goal is subtle enhancement: lifted, smoothed, and refreshed, while preserving each patient’s unique features. (ject.us) —Jacquelynn Powers

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BODY BEFORE MIND

WHY YOU CAN’T THINK YOUR WAY INTO CALM

BY CHLOE KRAMMEL

We all have something we want to work on. Not superficial issues like abs or aging, but the more rigid patterns of our soul and psyche. Most of us try to think our way out of these patterns. We talk, we analyze, we optimize. We assume that if we understand it, we can fix it. But mental health begins with the state of our nervous system. The body registers safety or threat long before the mind forms a story, and when the nervous system is dysregulated—stuck in fight, flight, or freeze—no amount of positive thinking can override it. Healing begins when the body feels safe enough to settle.

SOMATICS

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Somatic therapy emphasizes the mindbody connection through “bottom-up” processing, using physical techniques to regulate the nervous system. An important player in all this is the vagus nerve, the primary parasympathetic pathway that connects the brainstem to nearly all major organs. Roughly 80 percent of its fibers carry information from the body to the brain, meaning your physiology is constantly informing your mental state. When vagal tone is strong, the body can shift more efficiently into a state of calm. If you feel your sympathetic nervous system start to engage a fight-or-flight response, stimulate your vagus nerve through slow breathing, humming, or walking.

EMOTIONAL PROCESSING

Emotional stress triggers the same physiological cascade as physical danger: heart rate increases, muscles tense, digestion slows. When stress becomes chronic, these patterns can become habitual, reinforcing vigilance, tension, and fatigue. Fascia—the connective tissue network that wraps around muscles, organs, and nerves—is deeply innervated and responsive to stress. Over time, chronic tension can impact posture and movement, illustrating how the body keeps score not metaphorically but physically. Learning to

identify and feel your emotions, acknowledge the discomfort, and breathe through it instead of bracing against it can help in the now and in the long run.

CO-REGULATION

Co-regulation is a biological process in which one person’s regulated nervous system helps to stabilize another’s. Through subtle cues like eye contact, posture, vocal tone, and breathing patterns, our nervous systems communicate directly via mirror neurons. From infancy, we regulate through caregivers, and this carries through to adulthood. Co-regulation is the foundation of secure relationships and a nonverbal way to shift out of ﬁght-or-ﬂight.

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Ingredients (serves 4)

1/2 cup Greek yogurt

1/2 cup peanut butter

(or other nut/seed butter)

1 cup rolled oats

3/4 cup strawberries, ﬁnely chopped

1 tbsp. chia seeds

1 tbsp. maple syrup or honey

3 tbsp. chocolate chips

1 tsp. coconut oil

V Line a muffin tin with paper liners. In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and oats until fully combined. Divide the mixture evenly into muffin liners. Press firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides to create a well in the center of each. In another bowl, stir the strawberries, chia seeds, and maple syrup or honey together until combined. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken. Spoon the berry-chia mixture into each well. In a third small bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together until smooth. Spoon over each cup, spreading evenly. Freeze for 1 hour until firm.

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FROM THE FRIDGE TO THE MEDICINE CABINET, REAL DAIRY PRODUCTS ARE RESURGING IN POPULARITY

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

MILKING IT

Operating out of California, Straus Family Creamery and its family of products are most notable for what’s not included: gums, thickeners, stabilizers, artificial ingredients, and coloring agents. Its organic 2 percent reduced fat milk is gently pasteurized and never homogenized, so the cream floats to the top. Most milks are ultrapasteurized to increase shelf life, but that can compromise the flavor and result in some minor reductions in heat-sensitive nutrients. The high-temperature short-time (HTST) pasteurization method used by Straus destroys harmful bacteria while preserving the flavor of fresh milk. (strausfamilycreamery.com)

SUPPLE SKIN

CREAM OF THE CROP

Vermont’s Ploughgate Creamery crafts its cultured butter in the European tradition, fermenting cream with live bacterial cultures. This results in a tangy, complex, and slightly nutty ﬂavor. The butter is churned in small batches, with salt kneaded in by hand before the butter is manually formed into balls. Flavors include salted and unsalted as well as seaweed, maple, and Espelette pepper, among others. (ploughgate.com)

In addition to being packed with vitamins and minerals like zinc and selenium that have amazing impacts on your skin, the Dionis Lemon Verbena and Cream hand and body goat milk cream features goat’s milk, which helps to balance the skin’s microbiome. Inspiration for Dionis products comes from fresh ingredients and ﬂowers found on the brand’s female-run goat farm in Newtown, Pennsylvania. (dionis gmskincare.com)

BERRY NICE

Batch-cultured with 14 live probiotic cultures, Kalona SuperNatural ’s organic whole milk mixed berry kefir with elderberry is derived from grassfed cows on small family farms in Kalona, Iowa. The company uses a lowertemperature pasteurization process and does not homogenize its kefir, resulting in a delicious cream on the top. The inclusion of elderberry not only adds a yummy flavor, but it boosts the probiotic drink’s immunesupporting properties. (kalonasupernatural.com)

SWEET TOOTH California-based Alec’s Ice Cream sources its milk from organic and regenerative dairy farms. This move alone sets the company apart, but it diﬀerentiates itself further by making its ice cream from A2 dairy, cow’s milk that contains only the A2 type of beta-casein protein, which is associated with less stomach cramping, bloating, and indigestion compared to milk with the A1 beta-casein protein. Available in ﬂ avors like Dark Chocolate Honeycomb Crunch and ChocolateCovered Strawberry, Alec’s Culture Cups boast pre- and probiotics that aid in digestion and support the immune system. (alecsicecream.com)

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ILLUMINATED EVENINGS

AS

SUMMER STARTS TO SETTLE IN, RETHINK THE GARDEN AS AN AFTER-HOURS REFUGE

BY TAMMY FENDER

There’s nothing dreamier than taking in a little moonlight in the garden. And as the season heats up, the garden can serve as a nocturnal sanctuary—a place to cool off in every way.

The night garden of my dreams would be full of ﬂowers that bloom after dark. There’s moonﬂower, angel’s-trumpet, night-blooming cereus cactus, and spider lily, all of which grow so well in South Florida. However, the true stars would be two plants known to be especially soothing to the nervous system: jasmine and evening primrose.

Jasmine blossoms open at dusk to share an exquisite ﬂoral aroma that has an immediate calming effect. Pretty evening primrose

support nocturnal pollinators and can be so beneﬁcial to the ecosystem.

Design can enhance the cooling effect in a garden. Pale stone pathways, for example, release heat slowly, and a small fountain can cool the air. With such elements in place, there’s no better spot to sip an iced mocktail in the evening. Craft yours using garden herbs like chamomile, holy basil, or lemon balm (my favorite).

releases a scent like honeyed lemon. These blooms look especially luminous among silver-leaf plants that reﬂect the moonlight—from silver sage to silver buttonwood and silver saw palmetto—creating a glowing landscape. Many night-bloomers also

To lean into the romance of it all, put up a swing or hammock. If you need a reason, remember that a gentle rocking motion signiﬁcantly improves sleep quality. Scientiﬁc studies have shown that a soft sway shortens the transition from wakefulness to sleep, increases deep sleep, and stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing cortisol and anxiety. Furthermore, warm lantern light creates an oasis beyond the blue light of screens.

As the wind chimes play a peaceful melody and the white blooms glow in the moonlight, the evening deepens into quiet. The garden becomes a serene place to journal, meditate, or practice yoga before bed. The night garden is romantic, to be sure, but it can also be a place of pure restoration. «

Summer nights are a time for reveling in the pleasures of the garden with an iced beverage. Blooms such as evening primrose (below center) add therapeutic scents and memorable visuals to complement the experience.

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YOUR GUIDE TO THE HOTTEST HAPPENINGS THIS MONTH

TOP BILLING

ART REVEALS ALL

From May 20 to October 18, the Boca Raton Museum of Art will spotlight one of Africa’s most important contemporary artists, poets, thinkers, philosophers, ethnologists, and folklorists in “Frédéric Bruly Bouabré: Selections from the 404 Art Collection.” The exhibition, the late Ivorian artist’s second in North America, includes more than 48 of Bouabré’s early small-format drawings of his world. Nearly all were done on postcard-size cardboard and drawn with ballpoint pens, colored pencils, and other instruments he could easily access as a civil clerk in Côte d’Ivoire; they serve as visual documentations of history, religion, and language in and around the region. In fact, Bouabré created Bété Syllabary, 448 syllabic pictograms to serve as a visual encyclopedia for his Bété people, as well as Connaissance du Monde (The Knowledge of the World), an ongoing cultural reference for Africa’s folklore, daily life, and politics. (bocamuseum.org) —Abigail Duffy

Opening at the Boca Raton Museum of Art May 20, “Frédéric Bruly Bouabré: Selections from the 404 Art Collection” features more than four dozen works by the Ivorian artist, ethnologist, and folklorist, including (from top left) Homme saluant la beaute, vous portant masque and Dans une chambre-case-maison j’ai allume une bougie et le dessin divin est ne series.

Clockwise from above: Suffering, Sacrifice & Strength by Andrea Barrett is on view in “Trio” at Lighthouse ArtCenter to August 1; see Trees and Orange by Henrik Simonsen in Findlay Galleries’ “Henrik Simonsen: Recent Works” May 1-30; the Kravis Center Dream Awards: Celebrating High School Music Theater Excellence will take place May 31; Anthony Roth Costanzo performs at Glazer Hall May 7.

GOINGS

1 Art After Dark, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, also May 8, 15, 22, and 29, $5-$10. (norton.org)

Cultural Council for Palm Beach County presents MOSAIC (Month of Shows, Art, Ideas & Culture), venues across Palm Beach County, to May 31, contact for ticket prices.(mosaicpbc.com)

Florida Outdoor Expo, South Florida Fairgrounds, West Palm Beach, to May 3, $15. (floridaoutdoorexpo.com)

Lighthouse Moonrise Tour, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, $25-$30. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

2 Palm Beach County Open Studios, artist studios across Palm Beach County, also May 3, free. (openstudiospbc.com)

3 Painting with a Purpose: Owl About Art, Painting with a Twist, Boynton Beach, $52. (buschwildlife.org/events/owl-about-art)

4 HomeSafe Charity Golf Tournament, Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club, Boca Raton, $700-$2,800. (helphomesafe.org)

6 “The Business of Bags: Collectible Handbags at Auction” lecture with Max Brownawell, Glazer Hall, Palm Beach, $175. (glazerhall.org)

History Talks: “History of the Oakley Theater” with Michael McKeich, Lake Worth Playhouse, Lake Worth Beach, $20. (pbchistory.org)

8 “A Brief History of Yokai” lecture with Zack Davisson, Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, $7-$10. (morikami.org)

Master Gardener Tour and Talk with CJ McCartney, Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach, $7-$15. (ansg.org)

IT’S A MOVEMENT

Community and dance will collide during the Natural Movers Foundation’s annual Dance.All.Day.Fest, returning to CityPlace in West Palm Beach May 9. Free and family-friendly, the festival welcomes guests of all ages to move, connect with others, and unleash their creativity through dance. Classes led by local teaching artists will take place throughout the day, as well as performances by local artists and companies, family workshops, and live music. The event is free to attend, but donations are welcomed. (naturalmovers.org) —A.D.

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UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVITY DURING PAINTING WITH A PURPOSE: OWL ABOUT ART, BENEFITING BUSCH WILDLIFE SANCTUARY , AT PAINTING WITH A TWIST IN BOYNTON BEACH MAY 3. PARTAKE IN LIGHT BITES, BEVERAGES, AND PAINTING ALONGSIDE ONE OF THE SANCTUARY’S OWL AMBASSADORS. (BUSCHWILDLIFE. ORG/EVENTS/OWLABOUT-ART)

CALLING ALL BRAINIACS! THE MAX PLANCK FLORIDA INSTITUTE FOR NEUROSCIENCE IN JUPITER WILL HOST ITS BRAIN EXPLORATION DAY MAY 9. THIS FREE COMMUNITY EVENT WILL FEATURE LAB TOURS, DISCOVERY STATIONS LED BY SCIENTISTS, AND ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS. (MPFI. ORG/EVENTS/BRAINEXPLORATION-DAY)

—A.D.

9 Brain Exploration Day, Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience, Jupiter, free. (mpfi.org/events/brain-exploration-day)

Dance.All.Day.Fest, CityPlace, West Palm Beach, free. (naturalmovers.org)

The Painted Life of Gregory Gillespie film screening and discussion with director Evan Goodchild, Vero Beach Museum of Art, free. (vbmuseum.org)

10 Mother’s Day at the Museum, Boca Raton Museum of Art, free with paid museum admission. (bocamuseum.org)

13 Florida Voices: “The World That We Are” lecture with Andrew Furman, King Library, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, free. (fourarts.org)

14 Brushstrokes and Bookmarks: Loudmouth: A Novel, Boca Raton Museum of Art, $15-$20. (bocamuseum.org)

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

17 “Puccini’s Girl of the Golden West” lecture with Vero Beach Opera’s Ian Campbell, Vero Beach Museum of Art, $20-$25. (vbmuseum.org)

20 Florida Voices: “The Oud Player of Cairo” lecture with Jasmin Attia, King Library, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, free. (fourarts.org)

23 Mandel Fan Fest 2026, Mandel Public Library, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org)

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

30 Creation Station: Beneath the Blue, Boca Raton Museum of Art, free with paid museum admission. (bocamuseum.org)

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

Horses by He Qingtai is on view as part of “Galloping Steed: Celebrating the Year of the Horse in Chinese Paintings” at the Norton Museum of Art to August 23.

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PERFORMANCES

1 The Cher Show: A New Musical, The Wick Theatre & Costume Museum, Boca Raton, to May 31, $89$119. (thewick.org)

Damon Fowler, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $48$53. (artsgarage.org)

The How and The Why, Lake Worth Playhouse, Lake Worth Beach, to May 10, $28. (lakeworthplayhouse.org)

2 561 Music Festival, Meyer Amphitheater, West Palm Beach, free. (561musicfestival.com)

Almighty Queen, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $56$61. (artsgarage.org)

Brits and Bossa: The Music of The Beatles and Brazil, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $58-$86. (kravis.org)

Omgitswicks and Friends, The Studio at Mizner Park, Boca Raton, tickets start at $44. (thestudio atmiznerpark.com)

Surreal Florida

The Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square in Delray Beach will celebrate the singular perspective of late Florida Highwaymen artist Rodney Demps in “Rodney Demps: The Surrealist of The Highwaymen,” on view May 1 to September 27. Presented with Amanda James Gallery and The Highwaymen Collector, the exhibit spotlights the Fort Pierce native’s surreal interpretations of Florida’s scenery in his oil landscapes. Those familiar with works by The Highwaymen will recognize certain motifs—including palm trees, sunsets, ocean waves, and tropical scenes—with a dreamlike twist. Demps suffused his paintings with bold atmosphere, bringing enchanting color, glow, and drama to what he witnessed. The exhibit will debut during an opening reception the evening of May 1. Enjoy live music and refreshments while mingling with the folks who made the showcase possible. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com/cornell) —A.D.

3 Pure Prairie League, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $70. (lyrictheatre.com)

5 Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat Live on Stage, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $29$75. (kravis.org)

7 Anthony Roth Costanzo, Glazer Hall, Palm Beach, $173. (glazerhall.org)

Clematis by Night: Adam Jason, Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events)

La Casa Bernarda Alba, Lake Worth Playhouse, Lake Worth Beach, $20. (lakeworthplayhouse.org)

8 Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings, First Presbyterian Church of West Palm Beach, $66$90. (feverup.com)

Herbie Hancock, Glazer Hall, Palm Beach, $316$374. (glazerhall.org)

Spotlight on Young Musicians, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $17. (kravis.org)

Tal Cohen presents Beast Mode Trio, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $56-$61. (artsgarage.org)

You Can’t Take it with You, Delray Beach Playhouse, to May 24, tickets start at $45. (delraybeach playhouse.com)

9 Davi Sings Sinatra, Glazer Hall, Palm Beach, $127-$348. (glazerhall.org)

Kid Cudi presents: The Rebel Ragers Tour 2026, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $35. (ithinkamp.com)

The Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches presents “Welcome Back, Copeland Davis,” Duncan Theatre, Lake Worth Beach; also May 16, Eissey Campus Theatre, Palm Beach Gardens, $10$30. (symphonicband.org)

Yacht Rock, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $58-$63. (artsgarage.org)

10 Devon Allman’s Blues Summit, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $60. (lyrictheatre.com)

Tour the surreal works of Florida Highwaymen artist Rodney Demps at the Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square beginning May 1.

Young Singers of the Palm Beaches presents “American Mosaic,” Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $25-$65. (kravis.org)

11 Ebony Chorale of the Palm Beaches presents “Unity, Love, and Brotherhood: A Choral Celebration for America 250,” Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $29-$115. (kravis.org)

Let’s Misbehave: A Celebration of Cole Porter starring Laura Yanez, Delray Beach Playhouse, to May 13, $55-$65. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

12 Jason Mraz with special guest Gregory Page, Glazer Hall, Palm Beach, $317-$340. (glazerhall.org)

14 Clematis by Night: Mischief, Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events)

Pitbull with special guest Lil Jon, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $101.20. (ithinkamp.com)

15 Jean Caze Presents, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $56-$61. (artsgarage.org)

16 Ali Siddiq: The Custom Fit Tour, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $46-$168. (sunrisetheatre.com)

Ballet Palm Beach presents Giselle, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $29-$110. (kravis.org)

17 Palm Beach Symphony with pianist Emanuel Ax, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $32-$120. (kravis.org)

20 Soul in the City featuring Allison Nash, Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (wpb.org/jazz)

21 Blues Brothers: Joliet Jake and Elwood Blues, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $45. (lyrictheatre.com)

Clematis by Night: Spider Cherry, Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events)

The Harvey Academy’s The Wizard of Oz, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, $50. (jupitertheatre.org)

22 Twilight Concert: Patrick Lamb’s Tribute to Earth, Wind & Fire, Old School Square, Delray Beach, free. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

23 Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac, First Presbyterian Church of West Palm Beach, $64-$89. (feverup.com)

24 Paris Ballet and Dance Spring Performance 2026: Cinderella and More, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $45-$65. (parisballetdance.com)

27 MGK: Lost Americana Tour, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $55. (ithinkamp.com)

Shooting Star, Delray Beach Playhouse, to May 31, $59. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

28 Clematis by Night: The Tim Charron Band, Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events)

Duane Betts and Palmetto Motel, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $55. (lyrictheatre.com)

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ORGANIC ABSTRACTION: SCULPTUREBY KEVIN BARRETT THROUGH JUNE 2026

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29 Dave Matthews Band, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, also May 30, tickets start at $70. (ithinkamp.com)

The Linda Ronstadt Experience, Delray Beach Playhouse, $59. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

30 Candlelight: ’90s Hip-Hop on Strings, First Presbyterian Church of West Palm Beach, $64-$89. (feverup.com)

31 Con Brio Quartet: Art in Motion, Boca Raton Museum of Art, $20-$30. (bocamuseum.org)

Kravis Center Dream Awards: Celebrating High School Music Theater Excellence, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $17-$29. (kravis.org)

GALLERIES

Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach. “Artist in Residence Sylvia Schuster Art: Pathos” and “Organic Abstraction: Contemporary Sculpture by Artist in Residence Kevin Barrett,” both to June 30. (ansg.org)

Armory Art Center, West Palm Beach. “Bread and Butter: Ashleigh Walters” and “Tools and Table,” both to May 8; “Print and Shoot,” May 18 to July 10. (armoryart.org)

Arts Garage, Delray Beach. “Good Trouble,” to Dec. 31. (artsgarage.org)

Boca Raton Museum of Art. “Eduardo Chacon: Postcards from Nowhere” and “Side by Side: The Artist Couple Bernstein and Meyerowitz,” both to May 3; “Frédéric Bruly Bouabré: Selections from the 404 Art Collection,” May 20 to Oct. 18; “Drawing with Scissors: Collage from the Collection,” May 20 to Feb. 8; “Modernisms: Art from the Manes Collection” and “Typoe Gran: Anatomy of a Practice,” both to Oct. 11; “Exploring Jess: Beat Generation Visionary,” to Dec. 6. (bocamuseum.org)

Cornell Art Museum, Old School Square, Delray Beach. “Rodney Demps: The Surrealist of The Highwaymen,” May 1 to Sept. 27; “The Art of Her,” to May 3. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com/cornell)

Court House Cultural Center, Stuart. “Marvin S. Cone High School Juried Art Show,” to June 20. (martinarts.org)

Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, Lake Worth Beach. “Katherine Hofmann: Seams Between Land and Sky,” to May 9; “Kinetic Energy: A Celebration of Sport in Palm Beach County,” to June 12; “Asian American and Pacific Islander Artists of Palm Beach County,” to June 26. (palmbeachculture.com)

During the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County’s MOSAIC (Month of Shows, Art, Ideas & Culture), enjoy artist Open Studios May 2-3 (right) and visit cultural venues like Mounts Botanical Garden (below) throughout May.

Findlay Galleries, Palm Beach. “Henrik Simonsen: Recent Works,” May 1-30; “Ptolemy Mann: Significant Color,” to Sept. 15. (findlaygalleries.com)

Flagler Museum, Palm Beach. “Golden Hour: Charles Courtney Curran and the Romance of American Impressionism,” “May I Help You, Madame? The Making of the Modern Department Store,” and “Palettes and Places: Landscapes in Miniature,” all to May 24. (flaglermuseum.org)

Gavlak Gallery, West Palm Beach. “Forever: Twentieth Anniversary Exhibition,” to May 31. (gavlakgallery.com)

Kristin Hjellegjerde, West Palm Beach. “Emma Talbot,” “Laura Berger,” “Liz Collins,” “Maeve van Klaveren,” and “Rebecca Brodskis,” all to May 23; “Miranda Forrester,” “Sally Kindberg,” “Sinta Tantra,” and “Summer Delight,” all May 30 to Sept. 12. (kristinhjellegjerde.com)

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

McKee Botanical Garden, Vero Beach. “Florigami in the Garden,” to May 24. (mckeegarden.org)

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach. “Yokai: Scenes of the Supernatural in Japanese Woodblock Prints,” May 9 to Aug. 30. (morikami.org)

Mtn Space, Lake Worth Beach. “Erica Prince: It Takes Years to Grow a Pineapple,” to May 9. (mtnspace.com)

Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach. “Artists at Work,” to June 21; “That’s Entertainment: Japanese Prints and the Art of Leisure,” to July 5; “Cursed Images: Pictures Out of Context,” May 9 to Nov. 1; “60 Seconds: Polaroids from the Collection” and “Portrait Mode: Self-Reflections from Past, Present, and Future,” both to Aug. 16; “Galloping Steed: Celebrating the Year of the Horse in Chinese Paintings,” to Aug. 23; “RAW: In Retrospect,” to Sept. 27; “Danille McKinney: Shelter,” to Oct. 4. (norton.org)

Palm Room Art Gallery & Artisans Boutique, Sewall’s Point, Stuart. “Tropical Temptations,” May 6 to June 27. (martinartisansguild.org)

Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, West Palm Beach. “Sunshine Cinema: Florida in Film,” to May 30. (pbchistory.org)

Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum. “America 250: The Fourteenth Colony,” May 13 to Aug. 27. (bocahistory.org)

Tauni de Lesseps Art Gallery, Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach. “Joy and Sunshine,” May 7 to Aug. 13. (pba.edu/events)

University Galleries, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton. “Spring Graduates Showcase,” to May 10; “National Collage Society Small Format Exhibit,” May 14 to June 30; “Outside Office Hours: FAU Faculty Showcase,” to July 17. (fau.edu/artsandletters/ galleries/exhibitions)

Vero Beach Museum of Art. “American Made: Paintings and Sculpture from the DeMell Jacobsen Collection,” to June 7; “Construction: From Abstraction to Architecture,” to July 12. (vbmuseum.org)

MISTY STOLLER

CLEAR SKIES

BUYING INFORMATION

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Pleated jersey dress ($995), runway chain slingbacks ($450), Tory Burch, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, Town Center at Boca Raton, toryburch.com

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Dress ($5,450), mules ($1,500), Chanel, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, Town Center at Boca Raton, chanel.com

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Blouse ($4,000), pants ($3,500), Chanel, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, Town Center at Boca Raton, chanel.com; Ayla suede flats ($895), Jimmy Choo, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, jimmychoo.com.

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Cropped bomber jacket ($3,550), Louis Vuitton, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, Town Center at Boca Raton, us.louisvuitton.com

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Dress ($2,800), mini clutch ($1,650), Ferragamo, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, ferragamo.com; Mia top ($120), Incline bottoms ($100), Jade Swim, jadeswim.com

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Naiad silk georgette embroidered dress ($3,200), Aura earrings ($330), La DoubleJ, The Royal Poinciana Plaza, Palm Beach, ladoublej.com; Ayla suede flats ($895), Jimmy Choo, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, jimmychoo.com

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Jacket ($5,500), shirt (price upon request), skirt ($7,700), shoes ($1,290), bag ($4,500), Prada, prada.com

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Swimming top ($750), swimming trunks ($700), bag ($6,200), Chanel, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, Town Center at Boca Raton, chanel.com; sunglasses ($500), Dior, dior.com

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The Classic One-Piece ($485), Johanna Ortiz, johannaortiz.com; reversible silk twill foulard scarf ($420), La DoubleJ, The Royal Poinciana Plaza, Palm Beach, ladoublej.com; earrings ($1,400), necklace ($2,800), Chanel, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, Town Center at Boca Raton, chanel.com; natural and light gold woven raffia mini beach tote bag with fringe ($1,095), Jimmy Choo, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, jimmychoo.com

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Sienna one-piece bathing suit ($200), Jade Swim, jadeswim.com

$50,000 and above

Allan & Linda Adelson • Chelsea Morrison Foundation and Sympatico Real Estate

Dave & Thu Brule • Robert & Carol Garvy • Benjamin & Christina Macfarland • Samson Family Foundation

$25,000 and above

Bill Bone • Michael and Annie Falk Foundation • Frisbie Group • Patrick & Patricia Harrison • JM Rubin Foundation

David & Sondra Mack • Ned Grace, Co-Founder Managing Partner, NDT Development LLC

Nissan Dealers of Palm Beach County • Leonard & Beth Wilf and the Wilf Family Foundations

BUSINESS COUNCIL MEMBERS

$15,000 and above

Florida Power & Light • Leslie Alexander Foundation

$10,000 and above

Ballenisles Charities Foundation • Batchelor Foundation, Inc. • Braman Motorcars of Palm Beach

Mark Luttier, Partner, Critton Luttier & Coleman, LLP • Douglas A. Hirsch and Holly Andersen Family Foundation

Tyler Schapiro, CEO, Flagler Insurance • William Wolcott, Partner Goldman Sachs

Dale Hedrick, CEO, Hedrick Brothers Construction • Ibis Charities Foundation, Inc.

Margit Brandt Palm Beach • Geoffrey Jervis, CEO, Mint Eco • Gordon Springmyer, Moss Construction

Ann-Marie Taylor, Associate Vice President, Palm Beach Atlantic University

Nicholas Prouty, CEO, Putnam Bridge Funding • Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, PA

Stephen Ross and Jordan Rathlev, Related Ross • Siebert Williams Shank & Co., LLC

Thomas and Jeanne Elmezzi Private Foundation • Mark Marcello, Sr. Vice President, Windsor Private Capital

$5,000 and above

CSX Transportation • Allen & Jodi Gast, Gast Construction Group • George Baker Trust • Matthew R. Cohen & Family Foundation

Ideal Nutrition • Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County • Harris Levitt, CEO, Palm Beach Yacht Club

Roman Petty, VP Lockton Companies • Quantum Foundation, Inc. • Sam Fisch Development • Sara McCann, HIVE Bakery & Café

Scott Diament, Provident Jewelry • Simon Isaacs Real Estate • The Randall & Barbara Smith Foundation • Walter & Aldi Blum Foundation West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority • Wings-R-Us

$2,500 and above

Steven Kirsch, DRI Fund • Flagler Center Properties • Tom Brodsky, Harlan Capital Partners

Mrachek, Fitzgerald, Rose, Konopka, Thomas & Weiss PA • Oxford Financial Group, Ltd. • WaWa Foundation • Yezekyan Fine Jewelry

CITIZEN COUNCIL MEMBERS

$15,000 and above

Walter Haydock • The Thomas and Tracey Gravina Foundation • Gary & Linda Lachman • Tangley Lloyd • Bill Meyer Ronnie & Susan Pertnoy • Ray & Lois Richards • Ron Shear • Robert & Meryl Tillis

$10,000 and above

Allen & Dina Arker • Don & Sally Chester • Andrew Filauro • Bob Ernst • John W. & Virginia Gildea • Ken & Rae Gillman Mark Marcello

Jeremy Milken • Robert Morrow • Bob & Lynda Nitabach • Edward & Pamela Pantzer • Ricky Wade Gregg Weiss • Tom & Clelia Zacharias

$5,000 and above

Rebekah Alfond • Sondra Babcock • Michael Colombino • Vere & Susan Gaynor • Ian Highet • Ronald Hua • Casey Klein

Naishadh Lalwani • John Leet • John McNamara • Henry Miller • James H. Ross & Alice Ross • Robert Schumer • Richard Sinni Scott & Cindy Snow • Leonard & Robyn Tannenbaum • Gordon Whiting

$2,500 and above

Deborah Adeimy • Frank Bardonaro • Richard Bernstein • Laurence Borsanyi • Carl Eckhaus • Bruce Gendelman

Kris Kampsen • Glenn Kanarick • Sally Kimball • Bryan Ludwig • Richard McDevitt • Penny Murphy • Jay Nisberg

Dack Patriarca • Richard Rifkin • Thomas A. & Leslie Rosin • David Sherrill • Michael Sherrill

Adam Surnow • Michael Treacy • Thomas Treacy • Alan J. & Noele Wein

To show your support and join THE FUND for West Palm Beach Police as a member of one of the councils listed above, visit our website at www.thefundforwpbpolice.org

SOCIAL STUDIES

PALM BEACH MAGAZINE ™

WILLIAM LAUDER DINNER

WHO: Daphne Nikolopoulos and Terry Duffy WHAT: Dinner honoring William Lauder and Palm Beach Illustrated’s February issue WHERE: Kyma, West Palm Beach

LARA SHRIFTMAN, WILLIAM LAUDER

JOE RUDICK, DEBORAH KOEPPER, JOSEPH SINGER

CHRISTINE AND GENE PRESSMAN

STEVEN WOLF, CHRISTINE AYLWARD, MISH TWORKOWSKI

MARISSA MONTGOMERY, MATT AND MELISSA RUBEL

DAPHNE NIKOLOPOULOS, CHRISTINE PRESSMAN

NANCY WELTCHEK, RICHARD SCHLOSS

TERRY AND LAUREN DUFFY

DEBORAH KOEPPER, STEPHANIE GATES, TERRY DUFFY

SOCIAL STUDIES

POLO HALL OF FAME INDUCTION

WHO: Polo Hall of Fame WHAT: Thirty-Seventh Annual Polo Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony WHERE: Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame, Lake Worth

PETER BRANT AND STEPHANIE SEYMOUR

NIC ROLDAN, REBEL WILSON

NACHO FIGUERAS AND DELFINA BLAQUIER

J. MICHAEL AND AMANDA PRINCE

JULIAN AND NATASHA HIPWOOD

MARIANO AGUERRE AND TATIANA PIERES

GRANT GANZI, MARTY CREGG, MELISSA AND MARC GANZI, RILEY GANZI

BROOK AND SALLY JOHNSON

OLEXA CELINE, JENNIFER CHARLESTON, MIGUEL SANCHEZ

MARTIN AND AUDREY GRUSS

MEGHAN AND MEMO GRACIDA

ADOLFO CAMBIASO AND MARÍA VAZQUEZ

SERGIO GOMEZ

PHILLIP VERHOEVEN

BEATRIZ LUGO

FLORENCIA SAMPIETRO

PAOLA CHARNET

BEJU DUDALI

MARIANELLA SHEMBRI

PAOLA GUTIERREZ

SOCIAL STUDIES

IMPOSSIBLE DREAM GALA

WHO: Maltz Jupiter Theatre

WHAT: Impossible Dream Gala

WHERE: Pelican Club, Jupiter

TRACEY BENSON AND JASON NUTTLE

EDDIE NOEL, JONATHAN ARANA

JAMES AND MAX FARRELL

JANENE AND RICH EDLIN

JAMES GOMEZ, ASHLEY GOMEZ

KARLA BOLDIREV, RAHUL AND ADRIANA AGGARWAL

STACY AND MIKE BAUER

JANINE BOYLAN, ROBERTA GOLUB

TESS MUÑOZ, CHRISTINA RYNASKO, ROE GREEN, ANDREW KATO

NANCY KYLE, SYLVAN ENDICH AND ALCESTE PAPPAS

STEPHEN OLDAK, ROE GREEN, KAREN MARCUS, KELLY AND RICH LUCHIN, PETER CAMBARIERE

Maximilien

SOCIAL STUDIES

YAFA SIGNED JEWELS SIP AND SHOP

WHO: Yafa Signed Jewels WHAT: Sip and Shop Celebrating the SeventyFirst Annual Palm Beach Heart Ball WHERE: Yafa Signed Jewels, Palm Beach

MICKEY BEYER, MAURICE MORADOF

HOWARD AND JULIE RUDOLPH

SUSAN AND BOB WRIGHT

JIM AND GAYE ENGEL

ABAN AND PERCY KAVASMANECK

VERONICA WEBB AND CHRIS DEL GATTO IRA AND WHITNEY SCHNEIDER

ADOLFO ZARALEGUI AND JAMES BORYNACK, SHARLEEN AND MAURICE MORADOF

JOHNNA POMASAN, CHRIS DEL GATTO, ROBERT WALDEN

HARRY AND VALERIE COOPER

TYLER MORADOF, SHARLEEN AND MAURICE MORADOF

THE FUND WEST PALM BEACH POLICE AWARDS

WHO: The Fund WHAT: Annual West Palm Beach Police Awards WHERE: Kravis Center, West Palm Beach

BILL BONE, ALEXCIA COX

CAROL AND BOB GARVY

SETH BUXTON, NED GRACE

RENAY AND BILL MEYER

THOMAS AND TRACEY GRAVINA

ANDREW AND JOHN FILAURO

DAVID MACK, WEST PALM BEACH POLICE CHIEF TONY ARAUJO

BRITTANY AND TOMMY MORRISON

PATRICK AND PATRICIA HARRISON

CHRISTINA AND BEN MACFARLAND

SOCIAL STUDIES

OUT & ABOUT

1. WHO: Hamilton Jewelers WHAT: Hope for Depression Research Foundation Sip & Shop and Luncheon WHERE: Hamilton Jewelers and Le Bilboquet, Palm Beach 2. WHO: Villages of Hope WHAT: Inaugural Palm Beach Dinner WHERE: The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach

CHRISTY AND NATE HAMILTON

WILLIAM WOLCOTT

AND SCOTT GOODWIN

RONALD “MICKEY” AND BRENDA NOCERA, TRISH AND CHARLES BENDER

LISETTE AND HANK SIEGEL

ANNE RUSSELL, GRANT SORY, AUDREY GRUSS

MEG MCCARTNEY, MAURA LANDERS LOUISA BENTON, GRANT SORY

DANIELLE BRADLEY, MARYANN ADOLF

SCOTT SNYDER, KAAREN HALE

OUT & ABOUT

3. WHO: Hillary Thomas, Emilia Fanjul Pfeifler, and Mish Tworkowski WHAT: Dinner for La DoubleJ Founder J.J. Martin WHERE: Mish Fine Jewelry, Palm Beach 4. WHO: Hanley Foundation WHAT: Twenty-First Annual Palm Beach Dinner WHERE: Flagler Museum, Palm Beach

SINGER, KELLY WILLIAMS

STEPHANIE BOOTH SHAFRAN, SUSAN SAUNDERS, AMY HOADLEY

AMANDA SKIER, SARAH WETENHALL HILLARY THOMAS, EMILIA FANJUL PFEIFLER

J.J. MARTIN, MISH TWORKOWSKI, DAPHNE NIKOLOPOULOS

CHIP JAMES AND ELIZABETH MATTHEWS, CHARLOTTE AND CONNOR LEWIS

TURNER BENOIT

QUINN BENOIT

DEAR LIZ

BY LIZ LANGE ILLUSTRATIONS BY HAYLEY KILIAN

Dear Liz,

You’ve had a long career in fashion. What three pieces of advice have stuck with you?

First: edit relentlessly. Whether it’s your closet or a collection, more is rarely better. Second: know your customer like she’s your closest friend—what she dreams of wearing, what she’ll actually reach for, and how she lives. And third: learn the business. Creativity gets the attention, but discipline keeps the brand alive. If you can balance both, you’re already ahead.

XO,

Dear Liz,

I love your style, from entertaining to design to sartorial choices. Who are some of your mentors and/or muses?

I’m drawn to women with unmistakable style—not trendy, not timid, but sure of themselves. Lee Radziwill for her edited elegance. Talitha Getty for her wanderlust glamour. Elsie de Wolfe for teaching us that beauty is a lifestyle choice. And of course, I’m inspired endlessly by places: the colors of Palm Beach, the textiles of India, the old-world romance of Italy. My muses are anyone— or anywhere—that nudges my eye in a new direction.

XO, LL

Dear

Liz,

I’m so confused about when to send paper versus digital invitations! Please demystify this for me.

I love a beautiful, mailed invitation. There’s something magical about ﬁnding a thick, creamy envelope with hand-calligraphed addressing in your mailbox. It’s a moment. It almost feels like opportunity knocking. But for most occasions, digital invitations are actually better for everyone. Let me explain.

Digital is easier for you as the host and for your guests. Your guests can easily RSVP, which is ideal if you need a head count. Plus, you can send reminders without feeling pushy, and everyone has the details in their phone.

I do still love old-fashioned mailed invitations for weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, and formal anniversary celebrations. These are occasions when that heavy envelope with beautiful inserts and careful calligraphy isn’t just announcing an event—it’s setting a tone and signaling signiﬁcance.

But the bottom line is, don’t feel guilty about going digital. Your friends would rather get a Paperless Post they can respond to in 30 seconds than a mailed invitation they lose under a pile of bills. Save your stamps for the truly big moments. Everything else? Click send and get on with your life.

XO,