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Prada black dress and black boots; Alexis Bittar feather earrings. For buying information, see page 130.

features 46 / Road Trip!

Load the family car and hit the highway with our guide to the best summer vacation destinations within driving distance.

BY Stephen Brown, Teri Evans, Mary Murray, Daphne Nikolopoulos, Jennifer Pfaff, and Paul Rubio

60 / Retro Diva

Vintage silhouettes and vibrant prints pop against the innovative labs of yesteryear.

Photography by Navid

70 / Medical Milestones

We look at the research initiatives and cutting-edge procedures taking place in Palm Beach County.

BY Mary Murray

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Lounge in the backseat and catch up on your summer reading—the cars of tomorrow will take care of the driving for you.

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NICHOLAS SARGENT

A Vineyard Vines–hosted Kentucky Derby party and more

21 / Insider

Silver crowns fit for a king, the ultimate Florida reading list, and more hot happenings around Palm Beach

27 / Style

Purses with attitude and fashion that is out of this world

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91 / Home

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92 / Elements

Home decor with a twist of lime

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32 / Shop Local

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34 / Vanity

127 / Agenda

37 / Escape

131 / Seen

40 / Jet Set

136 / Last Look

A spa without walls in Puerto Rico

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Chablis’ much-deserved renaissance

The science behind aromatherapy, why to try stand-up paddleboarding, a new farmers’ market, and more

An avocado a day for flawless beauty

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Taste Lyon, France, with Daniel Boulud

What to see and do this month

Hot parties, beautiful people

Barbara Nicklaus’ must-haves

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Pucker up for the latest Aston Martin By howard walker

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I L L U S T R A T E D Publisher Terry Duffy EDITORIAL Editor in Chief Daphne Nikolopoulos Deputy Editor Jennifer Pfaff Senior Editor Mary Murray Associate Editor Kerry Shorr Online Editor Stephen Brown Fashion Editor Katherine Lande Food & Wine Editor Mark Spivak Automotive Editor Howard Walker Travel Editor Paul Rubio DESIGN Creative Director Olga M. Gustine Art Directors Airielle Farley, Reynaldo Martin, Jenny Fernandez-Prieto Digital Imaging Specialist Leonor Alvarez-Maza Contributing Writers Teri Evans, Liza Grant Smith Contributing Photographer Navid SOCIAL Photographers Janis Bucher, CAPEHART, Davidoff Studios, Corby Kaye’s Studio Palm Beach, LILA Photo, Paulette and Amy Martin ADVERTISING Director of Sales Kaleigh Grover, 561-472-1901, kgrover@palmbeachmedia.com Senior Account Manager Deidre Wade, 561-472-1902, dwade@palmbeachmedia.com Account Managers Carolyn Silberman, 561-472-1922, csilberman@palmbeachmedia.com; Dina Turner, 561-472-2201, dturner@palmbeachmedia.com MARKETING Executive Director, Marketing and Special Projects Allison Wolfe Reckson Special Projects Manager Mariana Lehkyi Marketing Manager Kristin Ulin PRODUCTION Production Manager Selene M. Ceballo Advertising Design Coordinator Jeffrey Rey Digital Production Coordinator Lauren Powell OPERATIONS Process Integration Manager Sue Martel Circulation/Subscriptions Administrator Marjorie Leiva Distribution Manager Judy Heflin Office Manager M.B. Valdes IT Technician Alex Davila Administrative Assistant Lourdes Linares CUSTOM PUBLISHING Editor and Project Director, Custom Content Michelle Lee Ribeiro

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Even if you live in paradise, in the thick of summer heat and languor a change of scenery seems de rigueur. We are aware that, right about now, most people are itching for an escape, whether it’s to the ends of the earth or a few miles from home. For this reason, we present “Road Trip,” our annual roundup of fabulous destinations within driving distance.

It took six staff members six months and about 6,000 miles to complete the research for this 14-page package, but we believe it was time and energy well spent. In the process of discovering the best spots to recommend to our readers, we came across some truly special experiences, including an aerial adventure course in the Georgia mountains, swimming with endangered manatees, fossil expeditions for would-be paleontologists, a monster of a golf course (duffers need not apply), and culinary delights in that altar to gastronomy, Charleston.

Turn to page 46, and join us as we travel through Florida and the Southeast in search of excellent summer escapades. And as you’re packing the kids and the bikes into the Range Rover, think about this: In a few years, you may be taking road trips in cars that drive themselves.

As automotive editor Howard Walker tells us in “Ride the Future” (page 74), self-piloting cars are quickly becoming reality. Google has already put the technology to practical use, having logged 700,000 miles in its self-driving Priuses. But the real news here is that luxury automakers are getting in on the ground floor of autonomous driving. BMW and MercedesBenz are developing smart—and sumptuous—self-piloting models. And Audi says its nextgeneration A8, which is only a couple of years away, will have autonomous capability.

In this issue, we present game changers such as these, which are bound to impact our lifestyle in a positive way. Innovation is happening all around us, most notably in health care. In “Medical Milestones,” we examine the research and medical advances being implemented in our own backyard.

With the Scripps Research Institute, Max Planck Florida, the Torrey Pines Institute for Molecular Studies, and Florida Atlantic University located in our readership area, we are situated in the midst of groundbreaking medical research—and poised to benefit from it. Turn to page 70, and read all about innovations in cancer care, brain health, age-related diseases, and more.

This summer, pledge to rest and play more—always a good prescription for wellness—and to enjoy the journey, wherever it takes you.

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One of my favorite getaways within a couple of hours from home is the St. Regis Bahia Beach in Puerto Rico.

Lush and tranquil, it’s the perfect spot for a personal reboot. Page 37.

Daphne Nikolopoulos daphne@palmbeachillustrated.com Hats off to two terrific ladies, master sommelier Virginia Philip and vintner Gudrun Cuillo, for pairing up to launch 90C, a low-calorie wine.

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Rock Lobster The 2015-16 Florida lobster season is set to start this August, with a special two-day, pre-season mini season at the end of July, ushering in eight months of all the spiny lobster fun you can imagine. But what do you make after a lobster haul? Try this recipe for a Florida-themed lobster roll.

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Lobster Roll Ingredients 4 lobster tails 2 tbsp. mayonnaise (more if desired) 1 chili pepper, seeded and finely chopped 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 celery stalk, finely chopped 1 tbsp. fresh chives, chopped 4 hot-dog rolls, top sliced (the softer, the better) 2 tbsp. butter Preheat broiler. Split lobster tails, and brush each tail with one tablespoon of melted cilantro-lime butter. Broil until just cooked (opaque, firm to touch), remove meat from shell, and refrigerate for 30 minutes before chopping into bite-sized chunks.

In a medium nonreactive bowl (glass or porcelain), mix lobster, celery, lemon juice, chili pepper, chives, and mayonnaise; season with salt and pepper, and add more mayonnaise, if desired. Refrigerate For more tasty Florida lobster for a few minutes before serving. recipes head to Butter the hot-dog rolls and fry on a skillet palmbeach on medium-low heat until golden brown; do illustrated.com/ this slowly to avoid burning the butter. Add lobster lobster salad, sprinkle with paprika, and enjoy.

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With the South Florida summer in full force, we turn to refreshing wines to stave off the sweltering sun. We spoke with Master Sommelier Virginia Philip, owner and operator of Virginia Philip Wine Shop and Academy, on what to uncork this summer at palmbeachillustrated.com/summerwine.

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Jupiter’s newest culinary tour de force, Nitrogen Bar, Grill, and Sushi, is rewriting north county’s foodie map. We spoke with the brains behind the operation, chef Roy Villacrusis, about the new restaurant, what we can expect from the kitchen, and more at palmbeachillustrated.com/nitrogen.

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All the world’s a stage, or at least Seabreeze Amphitheatre in Jupiter will be from July 9-12 and 16-19 when the Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival celebrates its twenty-fifth run of Shakespeare by the Sea. We take a look back with PBSF founder Kermit Christman and talk about the twist the crew has in store for this year’s production of Hamlet at palmbeachillustrated.com/pbsf.

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Who: four arts contemporaries What: cinco de mayo party Where: Esther B. O’Keeffe Gallery, Society of the four Arts, palm beach highlights: Guests donned sombreros and other festive gear as they enjoyed flavored margaritas, a strolling mariachi band, and a life-sized piñata.

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We might never be royals, but now we can pretend to be thanks to Christofle’s new collection of crowns. The celebrated silver company partnered with interior designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard to create Silver Kingdom, a line inspired by the original design of French crown jewels. Bullard’s modern interpretation is realized in two creations: a limited-edition sterling silver crown that is customizable with embellishments and stones like onyx and a silver-plated crown with gold accents. Both honor Christofle’s legacy as silversmith to France’s King Louis-Philippe, making them the perfect pieces to acquire in time for Bastille Day on July 14—just make sure you don’t lose your head.

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Lake Worth, the charming, centenarian city between West Palm and Boynton Beach, has been experiencing a renaissance thanks in part to the Lake Worth Community Redevelopment Agency. “When you’re looking for that unique experience that isn’t just like anywhere else, you come here,” says CRA Executive Director Joan Olivia.

Known for its funky personality and casual atmosphere, Lake Worth is emerging as a go-to destination for Palm Beach County creatives. The CRA is capitalizing—and contributing—to this with LULA Lake Worth Arts, an initiative that aims to redevelop the district through art and culture. “Our overall mission is to bring better exposure to the artists,” says Emily Theodossakos, LULA’s project coordinator. “We want to create a group of artists that we’re able to promote along with all of the other programs we have in place to help revitalize the area.”

The acronym comes from a combination of Lucerne and Lake, the two avenues that surround downtown Lake Worth. The majority of LULA’s initiatives have been centered in this corridor, including the development of 12 urban art lofts and a mural program that has brought graffiti art to area businesses and timeworn buildings.

Other LULA projects have included a walker’s map, a centennial postcard contest, and assistance with the ever-popular Street Painting Festival.

These efforts, combined with the presence of such area arts juggernauts as the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County and the new Lake Worth Armory Art Center Annex, have signaled to the community that the best of Lake Worth is still to come. (561-493Arts Loft 2550, lakewortharts.org)

KID CALENDAR

Get the kids out of the house and into the community with these activities curated for different personalities.

› For the Artist: The Norton Museum of Art has many opportunities for budding Picassos to create masterpieces this summer. At the Art After Dark DIY Art Project sessions, kids will decorate Wayne Thiebaud cakes July 9 and draw on the walls in the Reynolds Classroom on August 6. The Norton also hosts a Family Studio every Saturday that lets kids explore the museum and make their own artworks. (561-832-5196, norton.org) › For the Sports Fan: The annual Kids Fitness Festival of the Palm Beaches tackles the Palm Beach County Convention Center from July 22 to 23 and serves up activities suitable for all sports fans. The event includes clinics on basketball, baseball, lacrosse, soccer, hockey, cheerleading, bowling, and even chess. (561-233-3124, palmbeachsports.com) › For the Scientist: Drop your mad scientist off at the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium on July 31 and August 28 for Nights at the Museum. In July, they’ll explore the solar system, make galaxy goo, and design alien masks. In August, they’ll get crafty with chemistry with a Mentos geyser demo and a smoke bubble lab, among other activities. (561-832-1988, sfsciencecenter.org) › For the Animal Lover: On August 22, turtle-loving tykes are invited to the Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s Marinelife Day at The Gardens Mall. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., kids will take part in interactive stations; meet LMC’s mascot, Fletch; and have opportunities to win prizes. (561-6278280, marinelife.org) 22

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PALM BEACH POP QUIZ Everyone suffers from summertime brain drain. Keep your mind sharp with our Palm Beach Pop Quiz. Try the questions below and visit palmbeachillustrated.com/ popquiz for the answers and a few more stumpers.

1. Addison Mizner took inspiration from what European city for the architecture of Worth Avenue?

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The 1942 romantic comedy The Palm Beach Story starred which actor and actress?

Kids can get crafty at The Norton or unleash their inner scientist at the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium.

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Insider Summer Reading List Authors flock to Florida for its inspiring locations and colorful characters—and the pleasant writing weather doesn’t hurt. Familiarize yourself with some of today’s hottest Floridian writers, as well as those who once called the state home, with our Florida Reading List.

The Yearling, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Rawlings wrote her 1938, Pulitzer Prize–winning The Yearling in her Cross Creek cottage, located between Ocala and Gainesville. Suitable for all ages, the novel is about a young boy and his pet deer and is a reflection on nature and coming of age in 1800s Florida.

Their Eyes Were Watching God, Zora Neale Hurston Hurston grew up in the Central Florida town of Eatonville—her father even became mayor in 1897. Her most lauded work is set in the same region in the early twentieth century and explores themes prevalent in Hurston’s own life, such as racism and women’s rights.

One for the Money, Janet Evanovich Neapolitan Evanovich is best known for her series starring plucky bounty hunter Stephanie Plum. Her first Plum adventure, One for the Money, was released in 1994 and recently made into a movie starring Katherine Heigl.

The Secret Life of Bees, Sue Monk Kidd After living in Charleston for many years, Kidd moved to Marco Island following the success of The Secret Life of Bees. The novel takes place in South Carolina in 1964 and was a New York Times best seller for more than two years.

Along Came a Spider, James Patterson Nestled between musicians and business executives with comparable net worths, Patterson has become one of Palm Beach's most famous residents.

He’s written enough books to fill multiple summer reading lists, but Along Came a Spider is the first installment in his Alex Cross series.

Swamplandia!, Karen Russell This debut novel by a Miami native sinks its teeth into Florida’s weird reptilian reputation. Set in the fictional theme park Swamplandia in the real Ten Thousand Island mangrove islets in the Everglades, the story is infused with Flannery O’Connor’s Southern Gothic style and a specificity of place prevalent in works by Florida writers.

A Streetcar Named Desire, Tennessee Williams Hemingway may be the best-known Key West writer, but he’s not the only one. Playwright Williams visited and lived in Key West for more than 40 years. It’s rumored that he worked on A Streetcar Named Desire, a joy to read as well as to see on stage, while staying at the La Concha Hotel.

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A Good Scent from a Strange Mountain, Robert Olen Butler Butler is a Floridian not by birth but rather by profession—he is a writing professor at Florida State University in Tallahassee.

Known for his short stories steeped in realism, his 1992 collection A Good Scent from a Strange Mountain received the Pulitzer Prize for fiction.

To Have and Have Not, Ernest Hemingway Perhaps Key West’s most famous former resident, Hemingway arrived in the 1930s and wrote To Have and Have Not, set in depression-era Key West and Cuba, while living in his Spanish Colonial home on the island.

Stormy Weather, Carl Hiaasen Hiaasen just might be the quintessential Florida writer.

Born and raised in the state, most of his novels and young-adult fiction books feature a Florida setting. Stormy Weather takes place after Hurricane Andrew, when many flocked to the destruction for a variety of dubious reasons.

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Launch into fall with stellar statement pieces that feature interplanetary details

Stardust Nuit de Diamant ring in white gold, black spinels, and diamonds ($15,000), Chanel, Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens

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1. Coral Creatures Fish earrings with diamonds, platinum, and cabochon coral and emeralds set in 18-karat gold, $44,200. David Webb, New York (844-811-9322, davidwebb.com) 2. Reel Time Il Giardino Marino di Bulgari watch with sapphire bridge, champlevĂŠ dial with marquetry, and diamonds set in 18-karat pink gold, price upon request. Bulgari, Boca Raton (561-368-7075, bulgari.com) 3. Cute Koi Koi Fish brooch with coral, turquoise, pearl, and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, price upon request. Seaman Schepps, Palm Beach (561-802-4410, seamanschepps.com) 4. Solo Swim Roberto Coin Fish ring with white and cognac diamonds and green garnet set in 18-karat rose and white gold, $11,900. Provident Jewelry, West Palm Beach (561-833-7755, providentjewelry.com) 5. Dive Duo Angelfish cuff with diamonds, blue chalcedony, spessartite, blue and green sapphires, and onyx set in 18-karat white, rose, and yellow gold, $240,000. Tiffany & Co. locations (800-843-3269, tiffany.com) 6. Blue Blood Stephen Webster Jewels Verne Fighting Fish bracelet with black spinel, black sapphires, and diamonds set in titanium, $62,400.

Alchemist, Miami Beach (305-531-4653, shopalchemist.com) 7. On the Line Seventies Collection fish earrings with lapis and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $6,250. Bochic, New York (212-632-1700, bochic.com)

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Charm your sweet tooth with a selection of decadent miniature treats.

Our Pick: Red velvet floral truffles ($27 per dozen), Florida Key Lime sables ($24 per dozen), and mini fruit tarts ($27 per dozen).

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Alfresco Delicioso This July, celebrate National Picnic Month with chic essentials made for a moveable feast

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Keep mosquitos and insects at bay with candles scented with citronella, lavender, lemongrass, or peppermint. Our Pick: Nest’s single-wick candle in lemongrass and ginger ($38) infused with eucalyptus, thyme, and sage.

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Get packing with a picnic basket that keeps potables warm, cool, and perfectly organized. Our Pick: The Willow basket ($144.95) comes stocked with china dishes, wood-handled silverware, glass tumblers, napkins, and insulated storage. Swoozie’s, Palm Beach Gardens (561-6273744, swoozies.com)

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After 18 years catering high-profile fêtes in the Hamptons and Palm Beach County, Chris Marshall has opened his first brick-and-mortar restaurant in Jupiter, Hampton Forks Kitchen and Table. The culinary lineup includes picnic-perfect sandwiches and lobster rolls, salads, roasted meats, and charcuterie. Our Pick: Marshall’s salad jars, available with toasted farro, tomato, and burrata or brown rice, black beans, farm eggs, tomato, and corn salsa ($12 each) make plating and cleanup a snap.

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SNUGGLE UP Hold court atop soft bedding or bright cashmere throws. Our Pick: Poppy and Stripes cotton quilt ($281.25 for queen size) from Kerry Cassill. ABC Carpet & Home, Delray Beach (561-279-7777, abchome.com)

SHADY MADE

Create a shady spot with an oversized umbrella imbued with Asian elegance.

Our Pick: The Kaeden pagoda umbrella ($199.99) features a water-repellent canopy and a eucalyptus wood pole. Pier 1 Imports, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington (561-624-5785, 561-514-1322, pier1.com)

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PLACE TO PICNIC:

There is no shortage of sandy spots along Palm Beach County’s 47 miles of scenic coastline.

Our Pick: Situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the Lake Worth Lagoon, John D. MacArthur Beach State Park boasts sea turtle nesting areas, an estuary, a 125,000-year-old limestone rock reef, and other biological treasures. North Palm Beach (561624-6952, macarthurbeach.org)

PEDAL PUSHER Hitting the road for a day of outdoor feasting?

Two wheels may be better than four. Our Pick: Electra’s Delivery 3i three-speed cruiser ($989.99) has a whimsical retro design, a front tray, and plenty of trunk space and is available in either a red or olive hue. Tri Bike Run, Juno Beach (561-627-2453, tribikerun.com)

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Escape The nature preserve surrounding St. Regis Bahia Beach invites walking, kayaking, and cycling. The boathouse (below right) houses a nature center.

The Remède Spa (above) is arranged around a garden courtyard.

It’s only natural

A verdant preserve. The perfect beach.

Spa indulgences en plein air. At St. Regis Bahia Beach, relaxation is guaranteed; the personal reboot is a bonus.

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When night starts to fall on Puerto Rico’s verdant countryside, a symphony of coquí cries—mating calls, really— assaults the senses from all directions. It’s close encounters of the rainforest kind, a reminder that, in this deliciously secluded land, the only entertainment you need is nature’s lullaby.

Listening to the constant chirp of the tiny frogs seems incongruous with the St. Regis experience, but at the Bahia Beach

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Resort, 30 minutes from San Juan in northeastern Puerto Rico, it works. Here’s why: The resort is located at the foot of El Yunque National Rainforest and bordered by the 5,000-acre Espíritu Santo River State Preserve. Nestled in green, the 483-acre resort is designated a Gold Signature Sanctuary by Audubon International—the first and only Caribbean resort to make that claim.

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Clockwise from top: a bedroom in the 2,500-square-foot Governor’s Suite; the Plantation House, the hub of the property, encompasses Fern, the St. Regis Bar, and the hotel lobby; beaches for miles. Below: The Governor’s Suite balcony overlooks the nature preserve.

melt into a new pace that shifts the focus to being rather than doing. You feel it from the moment you enter the resort complex and drive through a mile of nature preserve and past a traditional boathouse before arriving at the Plantation House, the oceanfront heart of the St. Regis. From there, you walk along a plank path

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through foliage to your suite, noticing several opportunities to get lost in the thicket.

The preserve offers a number of walking and cycling trails leading to secret coves by the river, wooden footbridges, and mangrove forests. The experience is best in the morning, when the canopy teems with birds and curious creatures dart about, and can be even more rewarding in the company of the resident naturalist, who can interpret the native flora and fauna.

Perhaps the best way to enjoy the natural surroundings is the St. Regis’ new Spa Without Walls program.

This is exactly what the name suggests: an opportunity to be pampered in the open air, be it beachside, beneath the shade of a flamboyán tree, or a private terrace. The beachside experience, in particular, is an absolute must. There is nothing like a customized massage, using oil infused with local botanicals, at a cabana perched on the sand. The relaxing treatment, combined with the surf crashing a few feet away and the warm breeze on your skin, is the epitome of bliss.

Not that the spa itself is not a gem. Though it measures 10,000 square feet, the Remède facility’s low-rise design—no building at the St. Regis complex is higher than the treetops—makes it quite intimate. Arranged around a garden space with a reflecting pool, the treatment rooms are luxuriously appointed with a nod to local materials and textures. At the end of a treatment, attendants offer

MUST DOs: ● Order

the chef’s tasting menu at Fern. It’s not a quick meal, but the six courses—one better than the next—are worth the time commitment. ● Stop in at the St. Regis Bar around 5:30 for the nightly Champagne sabering, a St. Regis tradition with an island twist. ● Head to the El Yunque rainforest, less than half an hour from the resort, for an unforgettable ziplining experience. ● After sunset, stroll along the plank walkways leading to the guest rooms and listen for the call of the coquí. These tiny frogs, endemic to Puerto Rico, chirp in unison between dusk and dawn, and the aural experience is magical. ● At night, visit the nearby Las Croabas bioluminescent bay. Touch your hand to the water and marvel at the myriad lights flickering like stars.

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Clockwise from above: St. Regis Bar; the entrance to Fern, a Jean-Georges Vongerichten restaurant; a treatment room at the Remède Spa; hamachi sashimi at Fern.

Left: Molasses Restaurant offers traditional Puerto Rican fare with an ocean view. Right: the entrance to the Plantation House. The bowls (foreground) become impressive fire features after dark.

Champagne and truffles—a welcome indulgence.

To bring the nature concept full circle, spa therapists often incorporate herbs grown at the property’s hydroponic garden. Vegetables from the same garden are used in the restaurants—including the haute-cuisine Fern by Jean-Georges Vongerichten—to reiterate the commitment to the land.

All that, and a five-diamond experience too. The St. Regis Bahia Beach is Puerto Rico’s only Five Diamond property, and it’s hard to argue with the wisdom of the AAA reviewers.

Everything, from the impeccable service to the authentically luxurious facilities, is exactly as it should be. When it all comes together so gloriously, it’s like hitting the “reset” button—on your own program. (stregisbahiabeach.com) «

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Jet Set Daniel Boulud

Lovely Lyon Chef Daniel Boulud has forged a stellar culinary career in the United States with namesake restaurants in New York and Palm Beach, but his passion for food stems from his birthplace of Lyon, France. Situated in the east-central region of the country, lyon is a Daniel Kriege

stopping point for travelers heading between the north and south of France—particularly for dining, as it is rich in restaurants. Boulud returns to lyon three or four times a year to visit family and friends, stroll down memory lane, and gain culinary inspiration.

BEST TIME TO GO: Spring, when the markets are starting to stock up. You’ll see a lot of ingredients.

It’s a very rich region for food.

Traboules

Hotel le royal

LOCAL DISHES TO DREAM ABOUT: Saucisson, a type of sausage, and quenelle de brochet: a pike dumpling, swimming in a crayfish sauce or béchamel sauce with cheese—it’s like a soufflé of pike on your plate.

SOUNDTRACK: Jean-Michel Jarre, a techno composer from Lyon (jeanmicheljarre.com) MUST WEAR: You always have to have silk, whether it’s a scarf, a wrap, or a blouse. After all, you’re in Lyon, the capital of silk.

BEST WAY TO START THE DAY: Early in the morning, go on top of the hill by the Basilica of NotreDame de Fourvière and the Roman theater, and watch the sun rise over Lyon. (fourviere.org; musees-gallo-romains.com)

La Mère Brazier

SIGNATURE DRINK: Le Pot wine.

People buy them in barrels.

Patisserie Bernachon Lyon, France City bicycle

FOR SHOPAHOLICS: Go to Les Puces du Canal, the flea market.

You’ll find all kinds of antiquities.

Be careful—you can’t go with your Chanel bag. (pucesducanal.com) MUST VISIT: Take a tour of the Traboules, which are secret passages between buildings from the top to the bottom of the hill used during World War II.

BEST BITES: Daniel et Denise (daniel-et-denise.fr) and La Mère Brazier (lamerebrazier.com) WHERE TO STAY: Hotel Le Royal, in the center of Lyon, which is run by the culinary school of Paul Bocuse. It’s really special. (lyonhotel-leroyal.com) FAVORITE SHOPS: I love the antique stores by Place Bellecour.

I look in old bookstores to find old cookbooks.

GUILTY PLEASURE: Patisserie Bernachon, the chocolatier of Lyon (bernachon.com)

must-do experience not in the guidebooks: Take a city bicycle and go from place to place.

Bicycle parking is everywhere.

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Life’s a beach every day thanks to the Orthopedic & Spine Center of Exellence at Jupiter Medical Center.

“I can bend, flex, extend and teach my classes again.”

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Kathy Cullifer is a yoga and pilates instructor who loves the peace and serenity of the ocean. Her back pain became so severe that she could not sit without pain and she was unable to practice yoga and pilates. Kathy knew she needed help to regain her quality of life. She had minimally-invasive spine microsurgery at the Orthopedic & Spine Center of Excellence at Jupiter Medical Center. Thanks to innovative surgical techniques, Kathy had a speedy recovery and is now pain-free and back to practicing yoga on the beach.

To watch Kathy’s story, visit jupitermedorthospine.com. To learn more about our comprehensive orthopedic & spine program, call Judy Dellosa, Orthopedic & Spine Nurse Navigator, at (561) 263-3633. To find an orthopedic or spine surgeon who’s just right for you, call our Physician Referral Service at (561) 263-5737.

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High Road

Kiss me quick Love it or hate it, the lipstickadorned mouth of Aston Martin’s new, aggressively priced V8 Vantage GT celebrates the brand’s racing heritage

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The origins of lipstick go back to 3500 B.C., when those fun-loving gals of Mesopotamia reportedly used crushed gemstones to decorate their lips.

Fast-forward to 40 B.C. and the days of Cleopatra VII, who would grind carmine beetles, mix the resulting rouge with beeswax, and paint it on her pout. It did the trick. When Mark Antony cast eyes on her, he was captivated by her sensuous beauty. Call him a sucker for a pucker.

But over the years, not everyone has loved the look of racy red lips.

Back in 1770s England, those puritanical Brit parliamentarians passed a law banning lipstick, ruling that women who wore it were nothing more than witches attempting to lure innocent menfolk into marriage.

But we live in 2015, an era when even sports cars wear lipstick.

Aston Martin has distinguished the latest iteration of its Vantage twoseater, the 2015 Vantage GT, with a glowing band of contrast color lining its famous bouche.

While you can pick red lips on white bodywork (perhaps a little too close to human for comfort), silver on black, gray on silver, or red on blue, it’s the searing yellow against the alloro green of our test car that’s guaranteed to rotate heads faster than Linda Blair’s in The Exorcist.

There’s history here, too. Aston’s famous 1956 DB3 S racecar sported the same color scheme, as do the current GTE and GT4 Challenge racers.

But this new GT is so much more than a pretty face. This is Aston Martin throwing down the gauntlet to the likes of Porsche’s 911, Jaguar’s F-Type Coupe, and Audi’s R8. How come? One reason: price.

This V8 Vantage GT stickers for an exceptional $99,900—a price drop of some $18,500 compared to the only marginally better equipped Vantage V8.

That $99,900 sticker is almost identical to the base $98,900 of Porsche’s latest 911 Carrera S Coupe. Not that any Carrera S has ever left a showroom priced as such. Add a few extras and you quickly get north of $120,000.

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TRANSMISSION: 6-speed manual 0-60: 4.6 world blog on palmbeachillustrated.com Power comes courtesy of Aston’s 4.7-liter seconds TOP SPEED: 190 mph LENGTH/ Of course, you could argue the reason for quad-cam V-8. Its 430-horsepower output and its WIDTH: 172.5/73.5 inches WEIGHT: 3,595 pounds WHY WE LOVE IT: This new the GT’s aggressive price tag is that the Vantage 4.6-second sprint from zero to 60 seem meager Vantage GT is all about pure, old-school model, on which it’s based, isn’t exactly in the compared to the 550-hp Jaguar F-Type R. But the V-8 driving enjoyment, and as the Brit prime of its youth. Considering it debuted in 2005, it is big on torque, firing the car out of curves like a clown moviemaker Guy Ritchie said, almost qualifies for AARP membership. out of a circus cannon.

“There’s no school like But it has aged supremely well, and age is arguably one And boy, can this car carve curves. Sport-tuned old school.”

of its greatest assets. This is a true analog sports car in a digital world. You don’t need a degree in computer science to drive it. It has old-school hydraulic steering instead of electric and no fancy I-Drive controls or cockpit-adjustable damper settings.

To pilot it is to adore it. Stick with the six-speed manual version—a so-so seven-speed automated manual is an option—and you’ll feel a connection with the car that’s almost go-kart like. Find a twisty back road or a few tight freeway on-ramps, grip that wonderful Alcantara suede

suspension, sticky 19-inch rubberware at each corner, and a bonded and riveted aerospace-style lightweight chassis give the car a precision, finesse, and balance few rivals can match.

Word on the street is a brand new Vantage may be unveiled toward the end of the year, maybe coinciding with the opening of the new James Bond romp, Spectre, in November.

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ALTON by Kolter Homes:

Palm Beach Gardens Most Anticipated New Address

PART 1 of 3 | By Sandra Weichel new

future residents will have little

where the world is at your fingertips.

community that up until now has not

reason to leave. But should they

Where restaurants, retail stores,

been equalled: ALTON.

decide to, ALTON’s aphorism of being

night life, fitness and nature trails are a short walk away; where friends are neighbors and neighbors are friends and where the tradition of a connected community is alive and well. Imagine a one-stop destination of

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features will promote a healthier

It’s no secret Palm Beach County has experienced a surge of growth, but ALTON’s magnificence will steal the real estate spotlight. It’ll be comprised of up to 2,000 single

an evening out at Downtown at the Gardens, a shopping spree at the Gardens Mall, or even a golf outing at PGA National Resort and Spa is only minutes away.

ALTON’s design is truly at the

lifestyle and its blended architectural style allows everything to flow together in harmony. So whether it’s an impromptu stroll or walk to work, ALTON enables its resident to stay connected and live forward.

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Located between Donald Ross Road and Hood Road, east of I-95. ALTON will be over 600 acres of sustainable community.

Ground officially broke on the property in April of this year. Kolter Homes plans to open home sales this fall.

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Interior of a Kolter model at Gardenia Isles, another of the developer’s new home communities in Palm Beach Gardens.

COMING IN SEPTEMBER: From the Drafting Table: ALTON Home & Community Preview ALTON isn’t only a “residential community,

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ALTON is a complete lifestyle.

- Bobby Julien, Kolter Group CEO Stay connected with the community development and progress at:

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Miles from Palm Beach: 523 With a penchant for low-country decadence, chef-driven ingenuity, and a citywide reverence for all things delicious, Charleston’s secret recipe for experiential gastronomy unfolds at its top restaurants. Here, a trio of restaurants and a superb, foodie-steeped hotel to anchor a pilgrimage across state lines.

EAT: The Ordinary

Destination Charleston South Carolina

James Beard winner and Iron Chef competitor Mike Lata’s new oyster bar and seafood hall, The Ordinary, is the sequel to his wildly popular FIG (Food Is Good) restaurant, which still commands many days’ advance reservations 12 years after debuting.

Set in a bank constructed during the roaring twenties, Lata’s latest endeavor dishes out seafood-centric delights and raises the bar on shellfish and everything raw. The Ordinary’s most popular menu item is the smoked oysters with saltines and hot sauce: Fresh South Carolina oysters are smoldered in the bank’s former vault at 150 degrees for 15 minutes, then dressed with olive oil and peppers and served with toasted crackers and house-made hot sauce. Another can’t-miss item is the razor clams ceviche, served in a marinade of green apple, jalapeño, and cilantro. Beyond the raw tapas fare, the hearty mains also wow, underscored by a list of “The Ordinaries”—dishes such as baked stuffed lobster and fish schnitzel, served as daily specials on the same day each week. (eatattheordinary.com)

Clockwise from top left: The Ordinary; Charleston Grill; crab cakes from Charleston Grill; chef Mike Lata of The Ordinary.

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EAT: Charleston Grill Charleston Grill, the signature restaurant at Belmond Charleston Place, was instrumental in catalyzing the city’s culinary renaissance when it opened in 1990, and it hasn’t lost its hot-topic status. Helmed by acclaimed chef Michelle Weaver, the restaurant continues to push the envelope on culinary creativity to present a seasonally inspired menu of “Pure,” “Lush,” “Cosmopolitan,” and “Southern” offerings complemented by one of the nation’s best wine lists. Dishes that are Pure err on the side of simplicity, while Lush carries a heavy French flair, Cosmopolitan is more eclectic, and Southern honors the low country. Summer standouts include the Cosmopolitan sea scallops with chili-chorizo vinaigrette over a pea purée and the Southern Charleston Grill crab cake, made with local crab, served alongside butterflied creek shrimp, accessorized with cherry tomatoes and yellow peppers, and topped with a lime-tomato-dill vinaigrette. (charlestongrill.com)

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Clockwise from top left: Chef Michelle Weaver of the Charleston Grill; bites from Peninsula Grill; a suite and balcony view from Planters Inn.

EAT: Hominy Grill Another James Beard award winner, chef Robert Stehling embraces the apex of low-country cuisine at his diner-style Hominy Grill, serving arguably the best shrimp and grits in the South. Stehling’s take on the dish includes a heaping plate of rich, cheesy grits topped with garlic sautéed shrimp, mushrooms, scallions, and bacon. You might want to loosen your belt for the Charleston Nasty Biscuit: a deepfried chicken breast, cheddar cheese, and sausage gravy on a buttery, fluffy biscuit. And though there’s no room for dessert after a meal at Hominy Grill, squeeze in a slice of the sweet potato layer cake—similar to a carrot cake but with a sweet potato base and stacked with Bavarian chocolate frosting. (hominygrill.com)

Whether traveling to Charleston for foodie indulgence or to experience the other reasons for its endless string of “America’s Best” accolades, the 64-room Relais and Chateaux Planters Inn provides the ultimate in comfort and Southern charm. At the geographical and culinary center of Charleston’s historic district, the boutique property features stately rooms, stellar service, and amenities including a romantic courtyard strewn with date palms and crepe myrtle trees— an idyllic setting for a good read or a glass of wine. The hotel also houses not one but three headlining restaurants: the fine-dining Peninsula Grill, the Parisstyle Brasserie Gigi, and Hank’s Seafood Restaurant, a boisterous and fun seafood hall serving fruits of the sea bursting with creamy, buttery, and deep-fried Southern charm. (plantersinn.com) —Paul Rubio

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Hominy Grill (left) favorites: shrimp and grits (above left) and the Charleston Nasty Biscuit (above).

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Country Roads When you get out of Atlanta and hit the narrow asphalt ribbons of the Georgian countryside, time stands still. Pine forests and flowering trees flank the roads winding up to gentle elevations. Charming cottages and commercial streets (invariably called Main) cluster into towns so tiny they have no need for stoplights. Among the most charming of these is Pine Mountain, population 1,336. Made famous in the 1920s by Franklin D. Roosevelt, who came to the area to bathe in the hot springs and eventually built a clapboard cottage, today Pine Mountain is known for its pristine nature, its friendly small-town atmosphere, and the breathtaking Callaway Gardens.

Clockwise from bottom left: hiking at FDR State Park; Robin Lake Beach, a summer destination; the Chapel at Callaway; The Lodge and Spa at Callaway Gardens; burst of color at Callaway Gardens.

Miles from Palm Beach: 579 Why Go: Perhaps it’s the crisp air of the high country, or maybe the genteel character that harkens back to the Old South, but the lure of Pine Mountain is irresistible. Even hard-core city folks have been known to put away their mobiles and stretch out on a rocking chair under an oak canopy.

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Natural High: Being in nature’s embrace is one of the main reasons to visit Pine Mountain. The prime attraction is Callaway Gardens, a 6,500acre complex with gardens, woodland, lakes, trails, and interpretive activities (callawaygardens.com). In the summer, Robin Lake Beach is the main attraction, offering water-ski tournaments, the Florida State University Flying High Circus, a floating playground, and family activities galore. The highlight is the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival on Labor Day Weekend.

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Clockwise from top left: Roosevelt's Little White House at FDR State Park; the pool at The Lodge and Spa at Callaway Gardens; FDR State Park horse stables; interior of Little White House.

Other attractions at Callaway include the world’s largest azalea garden, birds of prey shows, fishing, golf, and a butterfly conservatory that puts guests in the midst of fluttering wings.

Pine Mountain also houses Georgia’s largest state park, named for Franklin D. Roosevelt. Sprawled across 9,000 acres on the mountain slopes, FDR State Park is a terrific spot for camping (cabins also available), hiking, picnicking, and horseback riding across 28 miles of trails. FDR’s vacation cottage, the Little White House, is located near the park and worth seeing.

Every year, some 100,000 visitors come to the house-cum-museum to see FDR’s wheelchair, leg braces, and 1940 Willys roadster. One of the most fascinating items on view is the unfinished portrait for which FDR was sitting when he suffered a fatal stroke (georgiastateparks.org).

Try This: At Callaway Gardens, the Treetop Adventure gives a whole new meaning to the traditional ropes course. The in-air obstacle course presents 34 challenges, ranging from balancing logs to swinging horizontal ladders perched as high as 70 feet above the forest floor. The course covers 3,000 horizontal feet, but some of that distance is covered quickly through zip lines that whiz you across the canopy or over water. Thrill seekers, this is your ticket.

Clockwise from below: lodge interior; Spa Prunifolia uses local botanicals; Pine Mountain's lush foliage; the Treetop Adventure includes zip lining across the forest canopy.

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Where to Sleep: The Lodge and Spa at Callaway Gardens (callaway lodgeandspa.com) is situated within the gardens complex, meaning it is ensconced within 6,000 acres of pristine nature. The surrounding pine forests and lakes lend a feeling of seclusion and tranquility, though in reality the property is close to dining, shopping, and Pine Mountain attractions.

Part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, The Lodge looks and feels like a mountain chalet—with a Southern accent. From the lobby fireplace that burns year-round to the excellent regional dishes (the Hoppin’ John salmon is a personal favorite) of the Piedmont Grille, everything comes together beautifully to give a sense of place. when at the lodge: D Get a signature hot stone massage at Spa Prunifolia.

Therapists use natural basalt stones from Pine Mountain and botanicals from the gardens.

D Take a walk in the woods surrounding the property and winding around Robin Lake Beach.

D Order s’mores for two—a campfire classic—at Piedmont Grille and enjoy by the fire.

D Purchase a bottle of Callaway Cellar Selection wine, produced by members of the same family that established Callaway Gardens, and enjoy on your suite balcony overlooking the forest. —Daphne Nikolopoulos

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Savannah is one of America’s oldest cities, established in 1733, but, like any Southern belle, she’s embraced modern times without sacrificing her values. A trip here is a step back in time with an edge: The antebellum mansions, mossdraped trees, and Southern manners coexist with hip restaurants, a lively nightlife, and younger culture provided by the Savannah College of Art and Design.

Miles from Palm Beach: 423

Where to Stay: Situated across from its namesake park, the Mansion on Forsyth Park (mansiononforsythpark.com) is a Marriott property with a AAA Four-Diamond award. The redbrick Victorian exterior hints to its 1888 foundation, but the interior houses modern and eclectic decor, a luxury spa, a cooking school, and an art gallery with some 400 works.

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Counterclockwise from top right: the Mansion on Forsyth Park room, exterior, and café; Savannah Bee Co.; city skyline.

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Counterclockwise from above left: Leopold's Ice Cream stand; Tybee Island lighthouse; nightcaps at Rocks on the Roof at the Bohemian Hotel; River Street Sweets.

Good eats: Start the day at B. Matthew’s Eatery (bmatthewseatery.com) for a brunch of fried green tomato benedict, duck and waffles, and a “mixedmosa,” a twist on the traditional morning cocktail with apricot or black cherry.

The lunch crowd is known to stand in line to enter Mrs. Wilkes Dining Room (mrswilkes.com) for its family-style concept, but if you’re too hungry to wait then head to Sisters of the New South (thesistersofthenewsouth.com) for similar heapings of comfort food. In the evening, the dining debate boils down to traditional versus modern: The Olde Pink House (plantersinnsavannah. com) is a Savannah classic, serving upscale Southern fare in a circa-1771 mansion, while The Public Kitchen and Bar (thepublickitchen.com) gets creative with dishes like risotto with rabbit confit and bacon-cheddar grits with shrimp.

Something sweet: Sample pralines at River Street Sweets (riverstreetsweets. com)—the scent alone will draw you in—and enjoy the tutti frutti at Leopold’s Ice Cream (leopoldsicecream.com), the signature flavor of the 96-year-old shop.

Souvenirs to stockpile: For conventional shopping, Broughton Street is lined with mainstream and independent boutiques, including Palm Avenue (shoppalmavenue.com) for Lilly lovers. Off the beaten path, discover handmade gifts like jewelry, art, or handbags at the shopSCAD store (shopscad.com), which sells artisan items created by the university’s students. And for a truly buzzworthy souvenir, pop in one of the three locations of the Savannah Bee Co. (savannahbee.com) for honey-based finds, including beauty products, edible honeycomb, and flavorful varieties of the sweet nectar.

For a Nightcap: Enjoy a cocktail with a view at Rocks on the Roof (bohemianhotelsavannah.com), the lounge atop the Bohemian Hotel overlooking the Savannah River and the historic district.

Daytrip: If you have a day to spare, Tybee Island (visittybee.com) is a relaxing beach getaway 18 minutes from Savannah that’s home to Georgia’s oldest and tallest lighthouse, a museum housed in an 1898 artillery battery, and a family-friendly science center. —Jennifer Pfaff

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With its 1,400 golf courses, Florida is truly the golf capital of the world. Here, we offer two recently updated locales that are well worth the trek: the Tranquilo Golf Club at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort and Trump National Doral. (fourseasons.com/orlando/golf; trumpgolfdoral.com)

Orlando miles from Palm Beach: 165 Why Go: At the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, the Tom Fazio-built course at the Tranquilo Golf Club underwent a complete renovation in 2014 (also by Fazio), giving this beautiful course an added dose of difficulty. Tranquilo is expansive—nearly 7,000 yards—with wide, inviting fairways dotted with hazards, while the greens are complex, undulating, and fast.

Seclusion is key with this course, even in the heart of Disney; from holes two through 17, it’s just you and nature. As a certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, the course merges seamlessly with the surrounding pine forest and protected wetlands, making for a truly natural experience—don’t be surprised if deer, turkey, or even alligators play through.

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For the Kids: With the Four Seasons Resort Orlando acting as proprietor of this golf course, you can combine a golf vacation with a family one.

Drop the kids off at the Kids For All Seasons camp (complimentary for resort guests), located in the resort’s “Mansion.”

Doral miles from Palm Beach: 75 Why Go: This 800-acre, 1962 property has just completed a two-year, $250million renovation that gave each of the four courses a facelift by noted golf course architect Gil Hanse. The famed Blue Monster has, if you can believe it, gotten even tougher. Caddies are required for this course; at nearly 7,600 yards, it’s lengthy, with pearly white bunkers playing menace everywhere.

Of all the recent tinkering, the most drastic was the Red Tiger. At 6,395 yards, it’s the shortest course on the block, but what it loses in distance it makes up for in bite. The greens are postage stamps defended by a formidable array of deep bunkers, water, and deep rough. This is a course for the player with a strong irons game and a propensity to go for it instead of laying up. As with all of Doral’s courses, the greens are fast, complex, and unforgiving; smooth putting strokes and a soft touch are a must to survive.

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Counterclockwise from above: Trump National Doral Red Tiger course; landscape and holes at the Blue Monster course.

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Off-Course Upgrades: The renovation also has reinvigorated Doral’s facilities, especially the clubhouse. The property’s hub is always abuzz with titans of industry congregating at the bar at BLT Prime. If you’re truly dedicated, the Taylormade Performance Lab will analyze your swing and fit you with the right equipment, including custom-made clubs. —Stephen Brown

Clockwise from top left: scenes from the Four Seasons Resort Orlando golf course; Four Seasons pool; interior of Trump National Doral.

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Clockwise from left: the beach at LaPlaya; cocktail at Sea Salt; shopping on Fifth Avenue South.

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Why Go: Don’t let Naples’ retirement destination reputation discourage you; the city and its surrounding area boast plenty of amazing eateries and plush accommodations. It is also a great place to explore Florida’s natural flora and fauna.

For Foodies: Condé Nast Traveler readers recently voted Naples as one of the best food cities in America—and for good reason. The restaurants along Fifth Avenue South and Third Street South serve eclectic menus orchestrated by some of Florida’s top culinary talents. For a twist on American cuisine, stop by Café & Bar Lurcat (cafelurcat.com). Diners select from three menu options: market/seasonal, traditional, and an ever-changing voyage menu that honors different culinary regions. In July and August, Café Lurcat will elevate American comfort food with a barbecue voyage selection. For a haute culinary experience, head to Sea Salt (seasalt naples.com). Enjoy a Wagyu beef cheeseburger with a sage and lemonade cocktail—alcoholic or non—and you’ll be in late-night-eats heaven.

Where to Sleep: Naples has no shortage of stellar resorts, but the LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort ranks among the best. Families should opt for the Beach House accommodations with beaucoup living space, while couples will adore the Bay and Gulf Towers’ Old Florida–inspired furnishings and romantic ambiance—you simply can’t beat a bathtub soak with an ocean view. Pair an afternoon on the beach with a massage at SpaTerre before sitting down to dinner at the renowned Baleen restaurant. End the evening with a nightcap and marshmallows by the fire pit while digging your toes deep into the sand. During the summer months, toes aren’t the only things peeking out of the beach; it’s sea turtle nesting season, so LaPlaya has created a Sea Turtle Suite escape package, which includes nighttime turtle crawl walks hosted by Juno Beach’s Loggerhead Marinelife Center and participation in a sea turtle adoption program. (laplayaresort.com) Top Attractions: Between the high-end designers and curated boutiques of Third Street South (thirdstreetsouth.com), Fifth Avenue South (fifthavenue south.com), and the Waterside Shops (watersideshops.com), Naples is the ideal place to indulge in retail therapy. Afterward, check out some of the area’s cultural and natural attractions. The Baker Museum at Artis-Naples (artis naples.org/baker-museum) houses 15 galleries spanning 30,000 square feet. Though the museum is closed in August, special exhibitions on display through July 26 include “Divers: The Sculpture of Rainer Lagemann” and “Weegee by Weegee,” featuring urban photos by Arthur Fellig, known famously as Weegee. For another colorful outing, visit the Naples Botanical Garden (naplesgarden. org), which blooms with global buds divided into a handful of pockets, including the Asian Garden, the Brazilian Garden, and, of course, the Florida Garden. —Mary Murray erik kellar

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Miles from Palm Beach: 148

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Counterclockwise from top right: Naples Botanical Garden; premium Gulf Tower suite at LaPlaya; Gulf Lawn at LaPlaya; burger at Sea Salt; exterior of The Baker Museum.

If you think Naples is Palm Beach’s lesser west coast cousin, think again. Naples is an Old Florida town with a metropolitan edge. Settlers began flocking to the area in the late 1800s, and the city has been evolving ever since. Today, Naples offers many high-end shops and must-try restaurants as well as enough cultural, wildlife, and natural attractions to fill the summer months. (naples-florida.com)

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Come sail away: Explore Key West’s coastline on a catamaran or schooner sailing tour at Sebago (keywestsebago.com), or sign up for a guided snorkel, kayak, or sail trip with Danger Charters (dangercharters.com).

Top attractions: Foodies and spirits connoisseurs will marvel at the unique process used to create the delicious rums at Chef Distilled (keywest legalrum.com), Key West’s first legal rum distillery. Owner Paul Menta spent decades as a chef and approaches his rum creations in a similar fashion. Our fave: Vanilla Brûlée rum. Be sure to schedule a tour of the quaint facility.

Literature buffs will also get their fill at the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum (hemingwayhome.com), where tours of the iconic novelist’s residence include the famous six-toed cats that still roam the grounds.

Where to eat: With nature’s stunning backdrop, there are many options for dining alfresco. Our picks are both in Victorian homes: Reserve a table at Nine One Five (915duval.com), a magnificent restaurant and wine bar in the heart of Old Town. (Don’t miss the melt-in-your-mouth braised pork tacos.) Another culinary favorite and popular spot, Louie’s Backyard (louies backyard.com), offers an oceanfront view.

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Why go: While Key West has a reputation for attracting visitors prone to overindulgent revelry, rest assured there are many sides to this old town, and they have plenty to offer vacationers beyond the bars on Duval Street.

Counterclockwise from above: Chef Distilled rum barrels; Hemingway Home; steps from the sand; sailing with Danger Charters; Nine One Five.

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With its rich history and quirky charm, the Conch Republic beckons to those in search of an island vacation—one that will transport them to the southernmost tip of the country without having to travel too far from home.

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Clockwise from left: azure-hued water; treats from Glazed Donuts; Louie’s Backyard; a bedroom and suite at the Gates Hotel.

Worth the indulgence: Take a morning stroll down Eaton Street to satisfy the proverbial sweet tooth. At Glazed Donuts (glazeddonuts.com), the delectable oversized delicacies resemble works of sweet art, while Old Town Bakery (old townbakerykeywest.com) is a long-held local favorite for its homemade pastries.

Where to sleep: The Gates Hotel (gateshotelkeywest.com), a new boutique property with a minimalist flair, is a 15-minute drive from Old Town and offers an intimate escape from the hustle and bustle. The hotel also touts pet-friendly amenities, including a welcome BarkBox of treats, a guide to pet-friendly spots, and dog-walking services available upon request. For those who prefer to be within walking distance of the town’s boisterous crowds, consider Waldorf-Astoria luxury properties Casa Marina (casamarinaresort.com) and The Reach (reachresort. com), which also offer access to Key West’s largest private beach. —Teri Evans

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Eco-Florida Five natural Florida treasures offer experiential summer fun

Dry Tortugas National Park Dry Tortugas scenes, clockwise from top: purple sea fan; a popular bird-resting spot; the main mode of transport to reach the island.

Miles from Palm Beach: 301 North America’s most inaccessible national park, Dry Tortugas National Park, lies almost 70 miles west of Key West and is reached exclusively by seaplane or boat. Composed of seven small islands, the park teems with downy sand beaches and crystalline waters that lap over undisturbed patches of coral reef. While seabirds rule six of the Dry Tortugas, the seventh and largest island houses Fort Jefferson, a striking 16-million-brick fortress and former prison that dates back to the mid-nineteenth century.

A seaplane to the Dry Tortugas is an once-in-a-lifetime experience.

While gliding 500 feet above patchworks of blue-green oceanic expanses, travelers can often spot sea turtles, shipwrecks, and schools of sharks. It’s also possible to charter a private yacht to reach the islands or visit for the day via the Yankee Freedom III ferry (prepare for a journey of more than two hours each way). Overnight camping requires advance reservations with the park service, personal equipment, and a penchant for roughing it, as the island lives up to its dry moniker and lacks running water. (drytortugas.com)

Peace River Miles from Palm Beach: 133

Counterclockwise from above: Fort Jefferson; sifting for fossils; a megalodon shark tooth.

The riverbeds of Central Florida’s Peace River surface as paleontological fantasylands lined with petrified remains dating back to the Pliocene epoch, when mastodons and megalodons held court. Departing from Arcadia and Wauchula, outfitter Fossil Expeditions offers trips to sites around the river. Led by amateur paleontologist Mark Renz, the excursions include a morning crash course in all things fossils followed by a quick kayak ride to prime digging territory. An exhilarating afternoon of shoveling, sifting, identifying, and Indiana Jones–style discovering follows.

Renz helps classify all the fascinating finds, which are likely to include teeth from prehistoric species of sharks and bears, as well as bones belonging to ethereal creatures of the past like mammoths, hornless rhinos, humpless camels, and giant sloths that were four-stories tall. The afternoon is suitable for adults and children alike, especially for budding paleontologists. Exact departure details are given upon reservation, and excursions usually last between four and eight hours. (fossilexpeditions.com)

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge Miles from Palm Beach: 247

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The pristine rivers of Citrus County are home to several hundred endangered West Indian manatees, gentle giants believed to have evolved from four-legged land mammals more than 60 million years ago. Often referred to as sea cows, manatees reach an average length of 10 feet and an average weight of 1,000 pounds.

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At the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge—one of the manatees’ preferred habitats—the Crystal Lodge Dive Center leads trips to swim with these docile creatures. Both above and under the water, the manatees are sweet, gregarious, and curious, fulfilling all expectations of bonding with nature.

Crystal River is the only place in Florida where it is legal to swim with the endangered manatee. The growing popularity of this activity, however, has saturated the river with tour companies. While it’s still far from the mainstream whale-watching trips in Maui, it’s only a matter of time until it grows into a mass-market activity. (manatee-central.com)

Clockwise from top left: the Shark Valley biking trail; a manatee sighting in the Crystal River; kayaking along the Crystal River; a playful dolphin.

Dolphin Domains Miles from Palm Beach: 230; 526 People travel far and wide for an artificial dolphin experience in glorified fish tanks, but far more rewarding—and cruelty-free—encounters beckon across Florida, where you can observe and swim with dolphins in the wild.

The shallow waters surrounding Key West are optimal for up-close yet unobtrusive interactions with the numerous resident pods of the Atlantic bottlenose dolphin. Rather than join the masses on uncomfortable, impersonal large fleets, spend a half-day with Dolphin Safari Charters and canoodle with the Keys’ most charismatic residents.

In the Florida Panhandle, off Panama City Beach, Island Time Sailing facilitates a rewarding experience in the dolphin’s natural habitat. Cruise on a spacious catamaran around Shell Island, a pristine, undeveloped island between the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrews Bay, before snorkeling in the surrounding waters among a large concentration of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. (safaricharters.com; islandtimesailing.com)

The Everglades Miles from Palm Beach: 104–144 A vast expanse of roughly 1.5 million acres, Florida’s Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States. Many dismiss the Everglades as little more than a mosquito-infested middle of nowhere, but this national treasure is a wildlife wonderland brimming with chatty birds, eerie alligators, stealthy crocodiles, frivolous otters, lounging turtles, and adorable manatees.

Access to the parklands begins at one of four visitor centers. The most visited is the Ernest Coe Visitor Center in Homestead, headlined by the short and easy Anhinga Trail (which almost always guarantees great gator and bird sightings). The more exciting Shark Valley Visitor Center provides an extraordinary opportunity to bike through 15 miles of the Everglades, where cyclists are likely to encounter dozens of wild gators sunbathing on the bike trail.

While these areas of the park are excellent during winter and spring, the most comfortable—and least mosquito–frequented—region for summer is in the park’s western reaches, across the labyrinth of coastal mangrove islets and narrow channels that make up the Ten Thousand Islands. Everglades Area Tours offers guided kayak trips, swamp walks, and photography tours from Chokoloskee Island, three miles from Everglades City. If partaking in the photo excursion, expect to saturate memory cards with incredible scenes of roseate spoonbills taking flight, predatory hawks fishing for breakfast, terns blanketing sand bars, bottlenose dolphins leaping through the air, and rookeries teeming with just-hatched pelicans, ibises, and egrets. (nps.gov/ever; evergladesareatours.com) —P.R.

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Tamarina Restaurant Downtown Miami’s most glamorous eatery serves top-notch Italian cuisine that easily matches the sparkling surrounds. The seafood-centric menu begins with an extensive oyster selection and other sublime raw offerings, followed by savory fish dishes like branzino with charred broccolini and smashed fingerling potatoes in a tomato-caper salsa cruda. (305-770-6223, tamarina restaurants.com)

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La Savina South Beach Balancing the Mondrian South Beach hotel’s over-the-top personality, its signature restaurant keeps things simple with ultra-fresh, Mediterranean coastal fare, delivering a stellar meal experience inspired by Spain’s Balearic Islands.

Think: charcuterie and cheese boards, innovative salads, and succulent grilled seafood and meats. (305-514-1940, morganshotelgroup.com) Verde Downtown Nearly two years after opening, this Stephen Starr waterfront restaurant at the Pérez Art Museum Miami still reigns as Miami’s hottest lunch spot, enveloped in the museum’s high design of hanging gardens and “living” walls with floor-to-ceiling views of Biscayne Bay. The epicurean creations, such as the squash-blossom pizza and local snapper tiradito, aren’t bad, either. (786-345-5697, pamm.org/dining)

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Miles from Palm Beach: 70

Makoto Bal Harbour Intricately woven into the fabric of the Bal Harbour good life, Makoto is an institution for see-and-be-seen dining in between credit card swipes at Bal Harbour Shops. Choose from Chef Makoto Okuwa’s perfected traditional sushi, sashimi, and maki selections, or indulge in modern Japanese sensations from the “hot” menu, featuring the likes of meats and veggies from the robata grill, rock-shrimp tempura, and heartier dishes like the miso sea bass over crispy kale. (305-864-8600, makoto-restaurant.com) La Mar by Gaston Acurio Brickell Key Immerse yourself in Peru’s exploding culinary scene with the decadent Sunday brunch at La Mar by Gaston Acurio. The stylish waterfront restaurant at the Mandarin Oriental Miami doles out a mind-boggling array of Peruvian delights, from ceviches and causas to traditional street foods and national cocktails like pisco sours. The extravagant ending is a visual and tasty feast: an entire dollhouse tiered with desserts. (305-913-8358, mandarinoriental.com/miami) —P.R.

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How lucky are we to have not one but five Ritz-Carlton properties in South Florida? Though vastly different, all hold the promise of indulgence amid the most discreet and tasteful surroundings. The summer, when you can snag your favorite cabana without reserving a year prior, is the perfect time for a Ritz-around. Check out what’s new.

Fort Lauderdale miles from Palm Beach: 48 Gazing at the Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale for the first time, you are likely to think of an ocean liner. The curvilinear shapes and glass balconies are reminiscent of floating on water.

The Arquitectonica-designed building stands out on Fort Lauderdale’s crowded strip, but it’s what’s within that makes this property such a gem. Sleek, open spaces with acres of marble exude luxury.

Ideal for families, the oversized residential guest rooms are essentially oceanfront apartments with hotel amenities. And the spa, whose massive renovation will complete this summer, will lure guests with new facilities and signature treatments like the Sapphire Sea. Also this summer, the restaurant is being transformed into an indoor/ outdoor concept with an extensive rum menu, and a marketplace café is being added. These, plus a new retail experience and lobby-level entertainment area, will be finished by fall. (ritzcarlton.com/fortlauderdale)

Even if you’ve been going there forever (guilty!), there is always something new to feast upon. The latest addition is Key Pantry, a café located just off the newly renovated lobby. Grab a cup of Wynwood’s Panther Coffee, roasted in small batches locally, and peruse the marketplace for well-edited gifts: cocktail accessories, interesting cookbooks, kitchen essentials, and picnic baskets. Bet you can’t walk out empty-handed.

The Rumbar lounge has a new look and a seven-piece band that delivers sultry Latin sounds. The transformation is a fresh combo of authentic 1940s Cuba and modern lounge, where interesting mojito variations are served alongside small plates like ropa vieja sliders. The atmosphere is always supercharged. (ritzcarlton.com/keybiscayne)

Key Biscayne miles from Palm Beach: 78 We love Key Biscayne for so many reasons, but nothing lures us more than the sprawling Ritz-Carlton property. With its dynamic Ritz Kids program, it’s so family-friendly, yet it is exciting enough to warrant a weekend sans kids.

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Rumbar Latin lounge (left) and the chic, new Key Pantry (below) at Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne.

Clockwise from top left: Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale’s shiplike exterior; a cabana at the Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour; lobby, Fort Lauderdale; a residential guest suite, Bal Harbour; the redesigned lobby of the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne.

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We wondered why it took so long to bring the Ritz-Carlton brand to posh Bal Harbour. Located at the inlet point on a spectacular piece of beach, the newest South Florida Ritz-Carlton beckons to those who come to the “square mile of style” for a weekend of shopping or who want to relax away from the South Beach crowds.

The suites are designed in high style (think exotic woods and shagreen surfaces) and have some of the best views in Bal Harbour.

The service is typical Ritz-Carlton, including such indulgences as tub therapy. A bath specialist can create a soaking environment to relax, revive, nourish, or even boost immunity.

For shoppers, a new Couture Concierge—celebrity stylist Elysze Held—offers a personalized consultation and shopping experience to curate a look or a closet full of them. (ritzcarlton.com/balharbour) —D.N. PALMBEACHillustrated.com | JULY/AUGUST 2015

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The Music City exudes an irresistible down-home charm, which has been amplified thanks to the hit TV show Nashville. But you don’t have to love country music to fall in love with this town— its appeal is far from one-dimensional. (visitmusiccity.com) Miles from Palm Beach: 845

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Clockwise from top left: a deluxe king suite at the Hermitage Hotel; view from the catwalk at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum; Capitol Grille; the lobby at the Hermitage; the Ryman Auditorium.

Where to sleep: The exclusive Hermitage Hotel (the hermitagehotel.com) is steeped in Nashville traditions. First opened in 1910, this luxury property is the only Forbes Five Star and AAA Five Diamond hotel in Tennessee, conveniently located in the heart of the bustling downtown. You don’t even have to leave the hotel to enjoy fine dining at Capitol Grille (capitolgrillenashville.com), which focuses on fresh, local ingredients. The Hermitage grows its own vegetables and sources beef from its own Double H Farms.

Top attractions: The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum (country musichalloffame.org) takes visitors on a captivating journey across two floors of memorabilia, over-the-top costumes, videos, and more. Just steps away, the Ryman Auditorium (ryman.com) is a historic landmark and the former home of the Grand Ole Opry. Bring the history full circle with a visit to the current Grand Ole Opry (opry.com), which will not disappoint. The Bluebird Café (bluebirdcafe.com) has exploded in popularity because of the TV show Nashville and is also worth a visit, but you must book in advance.

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Beyond music: Don’t miss a tour of the Belle Meade Plantation (bellemeadeplantation.com), which was a working plantation in the nineteenth century. And just minutes away, visit Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art (cheekwood.org). The 30,000-squarefoot Georgian mansion was once the home of the Cheek family, who made their fortune on Maxwell House coffee, and sits on 55 acres of stunning botanical gardens.

Where to shop: Go on a shopping excursion in the tage at take the s e opry 12South neighborhood, about a 15-minute drive from l o d n the gra downtown Nashville. The Label (thelabelnashville.com), owned by country music artist Gary Allan, is known for its custom-designed jackets. Imogene + Willie (imogeneandwillie.com/ nashville) creates custom-tailored jeans in its eclectic locale, retrofitted from an old gas station. Holly Williams, granddaughter of country music legend Hank Williams, puts a spin on the old-time general store with White’s Mercantile (whitesmercantile.com), which offers a brilliant curation of niche products. All three are located within a six-block stroll.

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For foodies: Take a short walk from the Hermitage Hotel and gear up for a day of sightseeing with a hearty breakfast at The Southern (the southernnashville.com). Try the T for Texas dish, which includes meltin-your-mouth brisket, jalapeño-cheddar grits, and deliciously flaky biscuits. Adele’s (adelesnashville.com), in the Gulch area of Nashville, is a blend of French cuisine with California influences from celebrity chef Jonathan Waxman of New York’s Barbuto restaurant. Rolf and Daughters (rolf anddaughters.com) in the Germantown neighborhood, with its 18-foot ceilings and exposed brick surroundings, delivers modern and sophisticated cuisine by chef Philip Krajeck. Since opening in 2012, the restaurant has received accolades for Best New Restaurant from Esquire and Bon Appétit magazines. —T.E.

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Palm Beach County has become a hotbed for medical research, advancements, and cutting-edge techniques. Area scientists, as well as those with ties to the community, are spearheading studies to reshape the health-care landscape, while local physicians are utilizing the latest technology to provide their patients with the best care possible.

Here, we spotlight a handful of the medical milestones that could greatly impact our health and that of future generations.

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A NEW HOPE LOOK at this In Boca Raton, Dr. Marc Kantorow is leading a study at Florida Atlantic University’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine that could treat a type of vision loss that worsens as we age. Supported by scientists based at FAU and beyond, Kantorow hopes to engineer transplantable ocular tissues that will restore retinal function.

These findings could have medical implications far beyond the eyeball, but Kantorow’s focus is the retina and age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, which accounts for the majority of untreatable blindness in the United States. There is no effective treatment for the most common form of the condition, known as dry AMD. To address this, Kantorow’s team is looking into how stem cells could be transformed into other cells to replace damaged eye tissues, among others.

“We’ve been able to reproduce the growth of eye lenses in a test tube,” he says.

This started the idea of: “How would you engineer ocular tissues?”

With AMD, cells called the retinal pigment epithelium, or RPE, no longer function normally. “If we could restore RPE function,” Kantorow believes, “we could reverse macular degeneration.” To test this, his team is engineering RPE cells using stem cells from a subject’s own body. Then, staff will use three-dimensional printing to create replicas of cells as well as a hospitable surface for cells to grow. “We’re using 3D-printing technology to determine ways we can accurately make the layers of the cells that would comprise the organ—in this case, the retina.”

If successful, these bioengineered cells could be transplanted into the retina, thereby curing AMD. And while Kantorow’s strategy could restore sight, it might also lead to other medical advancements, such as treatments for neurological conditions or even the reconstruction of a heart. “The kind of technology we’re developing ultimately can be applied to restoring the function of any damaged tissue.”

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JOINING FORCES Florida Atlantic University, Max Planck Florida, and The Scripps Research Institute have announced a research and education collaboration. At FAU’s John D. MacArthur Campus in Jupiter, FAU undergraduate and graduate students will have the opportunity to work alongside Max Planck and Scripps scientists.

Those institutions, in turn, will benefit from the use of FAU teaching space, equipment, and faculty. All of this will result in stronger science, technology, engineering, and math programs as well as a more robust research presence.

Aging Gracefully

Even those in tip-top shape are not immune to aging. Working with the Mayo Clinic and other institutions, scientists at The Scripps Research Institute in Jupiter have discovered new drugs that, in animal models, decelerate the aging process. Known as senolytics, this class of compounds kills senescent cells, which are cells that have stopped dividing and that accumulate as one grows older. By targeting senescent cells, senolytics alleviate frailty, improve cardiac function, and elongate a healthy lifespan. “We view this study as a big first step toward developing treatments that can be given safely to patients to extend health span or to treat age-related diseases and disorders,” Dr. Paul Robbins, a Scripps professor who led the study, says in a statement.

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STIMULATING STEM CELLS Injecting stem cells into damaged cartilage is common practice, but Dr. Charles S. Theofilos of The Spine Center in Palm Beach Gardens is one of the first physicians in the country to do so in a three-step method to alleviate pain caused by joint and disc degeneration in areas like the spine. First, he shuts down destructive enzymes by introducing the enzyme alpha-2 macroglobulin, extracted from the patient’s blood, into the damaged area. “By deactivating the bad enzymes, we’re now giving a good environment for stem cells to grow,” he says. Roughly two weeks later, the patient receives stem-cell injections. Finally, about four weeks later, Theofilos injects nutrient boosters, again taken from the patient’s own blood, to stimulate stem cell growth. palmbeachillustrated.com | JULY/AUGUST 2015

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SNAIL SPEAK Dr. Frank Mari, a professor at Florida Atlantic University, is looking for possible treatments for lung cancer and nicotine addiction in a very uncommon source: snails. Cone snails, marine mollusks found throughout the Florida coast, contain venom composed of compounds that possess medicinal properties. One such group, alpha-conotoxins, targets nicotinic receptors that play a role in both lung cancer and tobacco addiction. With this finding, Mari and his team hope to open new avenues for cancer and addiction research.

ONCE IS ENOUGH Dr. Keith Knutson is on a mission to stop the reemergence of breast cancer in survivors. “The primary reason that patients die from breast cancer is: The disease [keeps] coming back,” he says. Formerly the director of cancer vaccines and immune therapies at the Vaccine and Gene Therapy Institute of Florida in Port St. Lucie, Knutson is now working with the Mayo Clinic

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Jupiter Medical Center is poised to become the county’s leading facility for the treatment of all cancers. In April, it opened the 26,000-square-foot Margaret W. Niedland Breast Center. Outfitted to provide a spectrum of services, the center houses cutting-edge treatment and diagnostic equipment, including two 3D mammography rooms and three breast ultrasound rooms. The center aims to reduce patient stress with elements such as a healing garden and a caring MRI suite, where patients can control their surroundings, including lighting, music, and soothing images. This facility is the first phase of what will be JMC’s new oncology campus.

At JMC’s Ella Milbank Foshay Cancer Center, practitioners are offering a nonsurgical alternative to tumor treatment. JMC is the first facility in Florida to use the CyberKnife M6, which destroys tumors with precise and intense doses of radiation.

It is ideal for patients with inoperable or surgically complex tumors, or for those who simply want an alternative to surgery, and it can be used anywhere in the body. In addition to being nonsurgical, the CyberKnife is also timely; in one to five sessions, it can accomplish what other forms of radiation take months to address.

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Breast cancer patients and survivors are invited to take part in a groundbreaking study intended to improve quality of life following treatment—with only a smartphone. Developed by the nonprofit research group Sage Bionetworks with help from Susan G. Komen scholars, the Share the Journey app asks patients to track their post-treatment progress in the hope of understanding symptom variation and, ultimately, to determine ways to better manage these symptoms. Users answer questions about their medical experiences and record symptoms regarding fatigue, mood, and sleep. Collected data is anonymous and will illuminate the day-today struggles associated with cancer treatment.

to test two vaccines that could prevent breast cancer from returning. These vaccines work similarly to those for infectious diseases: by stimulating the immune system. “If the cancer attempts to come back, the hope is that we would be able to prevent that through an immune response that has been previously activated by the vaccine,” he says. The study is almost at the close of phase one, which saw each vaccine

administered to 22 patients. The following phase will focus on whether the disease comes back.

As Knutson notes, “because breast cancer is not a disease that happens suddenly,” this segment could take between five and seven years as researchers wait to see if the cancer returns.

If successful, the vaccines could dramatically cut the costs of breast-cancer care and—more importantly—save lives.

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Delray Medical Center is one of the first U.S. hospitals to offer the latest in neurosurgery technology. The BrightMatter Servo system, by Synaptive Medical, provides advanced visualization of and minimally invasive access to brain abnormalities such as tumors and intracerebral hemorrhages. The first prong of the Servo system is called BrightMatter Plan, which creates a 3D reproduction of the brain for doctors to determine a surgical path to the defect. The neurosurgeon can follow the pre-planned surgical path using a specialized retractor called the NICO BrainPath. The BrightMatter Guide provides real-time visualizations of the brain during the procedure as well as a means of changing course should any issues arise. These tools make it possible to pursue innovative surgical options and also execute those options through an opening smaller than a dime.

NEUROSmart Last year, the Boca Raton Regional Hospital opened the Marcus Neuroscience Institute with the goal of bringing the best physicians and stateof-the-art neurological equipment, treatments, and services to Palm Beach County.

“Our mission is to provide world-class care of neurologic diseases for patients within both our immediate, surrounding community and the region,” says Dr. Robert Levy, director of the institute. This mission is coming to life within the walls of the 57,000-square-foot facility where Levy and his colleagues are pursuing innovative means of treating some of the most prevalent, and often misunderstood, neurological conditions.

The team began by focusing on five areas: cerebral vascular diseases and stroke; Alzheimer’s disease and dementia; spinal disorders and chronic lower-back pain; general adult neurology; and neural modulation. They’ve since added brain tumors and neuro-oncology to their list of expertise.

Treatment, however, is only one aspect of the institute’s mission. “Our second role is that we are committed to education,” Levy says. MNI is the primary teaching site for neurology and neurosurgery for students at Florida Atlantic University’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine.

MNI is also committed to clinical and translational research, working with scientists at FAU, Scripps, and Max Planck to evolve studies into clinical trials. “We owe it not only to ourselves but also to the community to be intimately involved in all of the state-of-the-art research trials and projects that allow us to develop new therapies and new cures for these disorders,” Levy says.

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With outposts throughout South Florida, Cleveland Clinic Florida’s innovative treatments and state-of-the-art facilities are all within a short drive. At the Pauline Braathen Neurological Center in Weston, physicians are addressing movement disorders such as essential tremor, Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, and Tourette syndrome with deep brain stimulation, or DBS. This treatment involves implanting into the brain electrodes that administer small electrical shocks, similar to a heart pacemaker, to specific locations to block abnormal activity.

DBS can be effective for many years following surgery, and stimulation can be adjusted as the patient progresses. On average, DBS patients report a 50 percent improvement in walking and balance, while those with involuntary movements caused by medications see an average of more than 80 percent reduction.

TO THE MAX Researchers at the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience in Jupiter have one thing on the brain—the brain itself. The team is coming closer to unlocking neurological mysteries thanks to research grants that focus on two crucial senses: sound and sight.

Dr. Samuel Young Jr. recently received a $2.4 million grant to investigate the mechanics behind auditory information processing.

The five-year study, funded by the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, will attempt to uncover the mechanisms that make hearing possible, which, as Young notes in a statement, “will have tremendous potential as therapies for hearing and communication disorders.”

Dr. David Fitzpatrick (pictured right), the scientific director and CEO at Max Planck Florida, has also received $2.4 million, but his study will focus on the neural circuits in the area of the cerebral cortex that processes visual information. With money provided by the National Eye Institute, Fitzpatrick hopes to better understand cortical function and development as well as contribute insights into how to address disorders that impact visual processing. «

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future In just five years, your choice of a new luxury car could be between one you drive or, more likely, one that drives itself By Howard Walker

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t was a George Jetson vision of the car of tomorrow: a stylized illustration from the pages of Popular Science, circa 1957. It showed a sleek, glass-canopied sedan with more fins than a Discovery Channel special on great whites, gliding along a wide highway.

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It took only a moment to realize this scene of rolling domestic bliss was possible because the car was performing the seemingly impossible: driving itself.

Back in the fifties, that was the stuff of dreams—to get into your car, tap a button, and zoom down the highway, the car piloting itself, allowing you the luxury of reading, knitting, catching up on correspondence, or playing dominoes with your brood.

Fast-forward to November 2014. A battleship-gray Audi A7 sedan cruises the Las Vegas strip and eases up to the gate of the massive Consumer Electronics Show after covering more than 550 freeway miles from Silicon Valley. There’s nothing special about that—until you learn it made the trip without a single person taking control of the steering wheel.

In the 1950s, autonomous cars could only be visualized through dreamy illustrations (left). Today, driverless cars are fast becoming a reality, such as this Audi A7 sedan showcased at CES in November.

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Brave New World: One obvious benefit of driverless cars is not having to actually drive. What to do with all that free time? The XchangE all-electric sedan by Swiss concept carmaker Rinspeed, based on a Tesla Model S, offers no fewer than 20 seating options. The “movie theater” option (above) allows passengers to face rearwards in reclining jet-like seats to watch Hollywood’s latest on a 32-inch ultra-high-def screen with full surround-sound Harmann stereo. There are computer screens and keyboards as well as a built-in Amici espresso maker for when you hold that four-party business meeting at 75 mph on I-95.

The Audi A7 has a variety of sensors to allow the car to drive itself.

Make no mistake: The dream of the driverless car is fast becoming a reality. And it may be sooner than you think. At November’s CES show, Ford CEO Mark Fields said he expected fully autonomous cars to be on the streets by 2020. Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn plans to have a self-driving Nissan in the showroom by that year. Audi says its next-generation A8, due in 2017, will be capable of driving itself with full autonomy.

Google, which has already logged more than 700,000 miles with its fleet of self-driving Priuses, also predicts to have selfpiloting cars by the end of the decade. It even unveiled a funky robo-car prototype in December.

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You can already stroll into a MercedesBenz showroom and drive away in a car capable of driving you down the freeway with your hands off the wheel. But for the time being, Mercedes’ litigation-phobic lawyers won’t allow you to do it for more than 10 seconds.

Take the latest S-Class range. Engage its Distronic Plus with Steering Assist, set the speed you want, and it will obediently follow the vehicle in front, braking when it slows— even coming to a full stop—and accelerating when it moves off. It will perform its duties at speeds as fast as 120 mph and through curves.

Couple that with the Active Lane Keeping Assist system, and the car will stay perfectly Mercedes-Benz S 500 centered in its lane.

Equally impressive is its Stop and Go Pilot feature, which taps into the car’s 12 ultrasonic sensors, several radars, and halfdozen cameras. This lets you drive hands-free for as long as you want at speeds as fast as 6 mph, taking the pain and suffering out of bumper-to-bumper, stop-start traffic.

And when you get to where you’re going, the car’s Active Parking Assist will find a space that’s big enough and magically ease itself in, taking full control of the steering and brakes.

Other automakers are not far behind. Cadillac recently announced it will introduce its so-called Super Cruise system within the next two years with follow-the-leader features similar to Mercedes’ Distronic Plus.

At Volvo, the all-new XC90 SUV, arriving this summer, will have the ability to detect and avoid collisions with not only other vehicles but also pedestrians and cyclists. It will also be able to park itself in perpendicular spots. How cool is that? And—a first

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for Volvo—the car will brake when making a left turn if it senses an oncoming car.

All this takes Volvo one step closer to fulfilling its pledge to eliminate crash-related deaths in cars by 2020.

BMW, too, is at the forefront of semi-autonomous technology.

At the CES show, it demonstrated its upcoming Remote Valet Parking Assistant on one of its i3 electric cars. Pull up to the front of, say, a shopping mall, activate the system using a smart watch app, jump out, and the car will trundle off into the parking structure, find a space, and park itself.

When you are finished with your retail therapy, tap your smart watch screen and the BMW will miraculously reappear where it dropped you off.

But all this is just small-fry when you take out the crystal ball and look at the real future of autonomous cars.

It’s a world where vehicles don’t crash, speed, run red lights, drive drunk, or fall asleep at the wheel. You wouldn’t need parking spaces, because the autonomous car will pick you up, drop you off, and retreat to some subterranean holding pound.

As for the morning school run, trips to soccer practice, or drives to the gym, summon an autonomous car and, just like a chauffeur service, it will pick you up, drop you off, and be there when you’re finished.

The implications for improving the quality of life for the elderly, those with disabilities, and those without a driver’s license are simply huge. Teen driving? History.

All this technology can’t come soon enough. According to the report “Self-driving Cars: The Next Revolution” by the consulting firm KPMG, there were six million crashes in the United States in 2010, resulting in nearly 33,000 traffic deaths. Ninety-three percent of those were caused by human error.

And those crashes send 2.3 million people to the hospital at a cost of almost $300 billion every year. According to the report, traffic collisions in the United States are the leading cause of death for those between the ages of 4 and 34.

But it’s not just the loss of life that will be affected by driverless cars. KPMG estimates the average commuter spends 250 hours a year behind the wheel, resulting in time lost for more gainful activities.

Let’s not forget the stress-escalating game of “Find a Parking Spot.” According to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s MIT Media Lab, 40 percent of the gas usage in congested urban areas is through the simple quest of finding an empty spot.

“Autonomous cars are no longer the realm of science fiction,” Adam Jonas, the leader of Morgan Stanley’s global auto research team, says in a statement. “They are real and will be on the roads sooner than you think.”

Exactly when? Jonas predicts by 2026, all the issues of liability, infrastructure, and consumer acceptance will be overcome. By 2046, he sees a true automotive utopian society with 100-percent autonomous vehicles on the road.

the implications for improvinG the quALITY OF LIFE FOR THE ELDERLY, THOSE WITH DISABILITIES, AND THOSE WITHOUT A DRIVER’S LICENSE ARE SIMPLY HUGE. Balancing those predictions, Colorado-based Navigant Research believes by 2035, global sales of autonomous vehicles will reach more than 95 million annually, representing 75 percent of vehicle sales. ABI Research, another firm, believes by 2032, half of all new cars sold will be autonomous.

For now, those pesky liability issues are causing automakers to scratch their heads. If the radar on a self-driving car doesn’t detect a child chasing a ball into the street, who’s to blame: the driver, who’s checking his Facebook page, or the manufacturer?

This is why, for the foreseeable future, drivers of autonomous cars won’t be able to take a nap, read a newspaper, or use a laptop. They will have to be alert and awake to take back control at any time.

There’s also the little matter of government legislation. Right

BMW’s latest technology is a Remote Valet Parking Assistant for its electric cars, activated by using a smart watch app.

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Mercedes-Benz has a vision of the self-driving car of the future. And it’s all about luxury.

The F 015 Luxury in Motion self-driving concept car by Mercedes-Benz is described as a private retreating space.

now, only California, Nevada, Michigan, Washington, D.C., and, yes, Florida allow the testing of self-driving cars on the road.

Speedy legislative changes will be needed if robo-cars are to be in production by 2020.

But sit back for a second and take in the sheer enormity of what is happening to the way we drive. Cars that can drive themselves are just around the corner.

In a release, Thomas Weber, Mercedes-Benz’s head of research and development, sums it up best: “Autonomous driving is one of the greatest innovations since the invention of the motorcar.”

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It could be an extra from a sci-fi blockbuster. Harrison Ford behind the wheel in Blade Runner. Tom Cruise reclining in the back seat in Minority Report.

What you’re looking at is the F 015 Luxury in Motion, Mercedes-Benz’s vision of the self-driving, super-luxury car of the future. Strange name, exciting concept.

Unveiled at the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, it was built to showcase how the car is growing beyond its role as mere transportation and into what Mercedes describes as a “private retreating space.”

Here, four occupants can relax in huge, almost retro-looking white leather armchairs that swivel to allow face-to-face interaction—just as in that pen and ink illustration from 1957. A game of dominoes, anyone?

Six ultra-wide display screens wrap around the car’s interior for the ultimate in Cinemascope movie watching, Facebook updating, video conferencing, or Google searching. And if you don’t like the view outside, at the tap of a screen the car’s windows project different vistas. Outside could be Athens, Georgia; inside, Athens, Greece.

The interior space is huge. The car’s wheelbase stretches over 12 feet, which is almost two feet more than in the latest SClass. Getting in and out is easy thanks to saloon-style doors that swing out a full 90 degrees.

Powering this ovoid-bodied limo would be a plug-in hybrid fuel-cell system designed to provide a 700-mile range on electric power alone with zero emissions.

“Anyone who focuses solely on the technology has not yet grasped how autonomous driving will change our society,” Dieter Zetsche, head of Mercedes-Benz Cars, says in a statement.

“The car is growing beyond its role as mere transportation and will ultimately become a mobile living space.” —H.W.

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GO WITH THE TIDE One of the privileges of living in South Florida is the sweeping ocean view. Most people think in terms of the sunrise or sunset, but the moonrise is spectacular in its own right. In our opinion, there is no better place to watch the silver orb rise above the horizon line than Brandon’s by the Beach. The oceanfront, indoor/outdoor restaurant at the Tideline Resort sits just above the sand dunes and has an unimpeded view of the water. The vibe is very South Beach, especially at night, when colorful light balls grace the tables and the energy is high. Grab a seat at the outdoor lounge and order some sushi, or claim a table at the edge of the terrace, and wait for the lunar show to unfold. The next moonrise is on July 2. (561-540-6440, tidelineresort.com) —Daphne Nikolopoulos

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For many vegans, dining out is an exercise in patience. While there are dozens of vegan-friendly restaurants in Palm Beach County, most also serve meat, seafood, cheese, and eggs—and it’s common to have ingredients, like beef broth or peanuts (which may use gelatin), turn up where they shouldn’t. The good news is there are a handful of strictly vegan eateries in the area.

Here are five worth checking out. ­­­­—Mark Spivak

Darbster, West Palm Beach: Named after the owner’s 17-year-old poodle, this popular bistro offers an extensive menu of salads, sandwiches, entrees, living foods, and desserts.

There’s also a good selection of kosher, organic, and biodynamic wines as well as gluten-free craft beers. The West Palm eatery features a waterside deck and serves Sunday brunch. (561-5862622, darbster.com)

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1 Christopher’s Kitchen, Palm Beach Gardens: In a bright and airy atmosphere, chef Christopher Slawson crafts a menu of gourmet, plant-based cuisine, ranging from organic pizza to Indian curries. Complement one of his creations with a small-production wine poured by the glass. (561-318-6191, christopherskitchenfl.com)

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2 The Bee, West Palm Beach: The stylish set loves this downtown outpost of healthy living, which serves fresh fare augmented by daily yoga classes for both children and adults. For breakfast, order a juice, smoothie, or acai bowl, or stop by at lunch for inventive salads and a smorgasbord of healthy entrees deemed “plates for the soul.”

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The New Vegan, Delray Beach: Dairy-, soy-, wheat-, gluten-, and GMO-free—who could ask for more? The menu is heavy on raw foods, hummus, and falafel, and the build-your-own vegan signature super-food burger is a must-order.

You can even purchase a bag of the burger mix and make one at home. (561404-5301, thenew veganllc.com)

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Fruits and Roots, Stuart: Situated within the Shoppes on Colorado, this vegan café and juice bar features wraps, flatbreads, and oat bowls with rolled oats, chia seeds, and homemade cashew milk as well as cold-pressed juices, shots, elixirs, and smoothies. The menu is spiced up with items like pesto breadsticks, an Asian noodle salad, and bagels with various toppings. (772-678-6627, fruitsandroots vegancafe.com)

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Herbal Hallelujah With help from the San Diego-based mixology purveyor Snake Oil Cocktail Company, Farmer’s Table in Boca Raton has mixed up the perfect match to its farm-loving menus: a Garden-to-Glass seasonal cocktail menu crafted from juices and artisanal liquors. With whimsical names like Fig and Froth and The Diva, these imaginative libations are made with fresh herbs (including basil, cilantro, and mint) and edible flowers (chrysanthemums, elderflowers, and marigolds)

Clockwise from left: Okeechobee sunrise; basil Instinct; upward dog.

sourced from the restaurant’s organic garden. The clean-eating set will appreciate the nonalcoholic refreshers with monikers like Basil Instinct, Rebirth of Cool, and Okeechobee Sunrise made with Moroc-

wA selective guide to Palm Beach-area restaurants can mint tea, orange juice, and honey and cooled with a beet-infused ice cube. (561-417-5836, farmerstableboca.com) —Kerry Shorr

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: $ $$ $$$

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Dinner entree under $10 Most entrees $10-$25 Most entrees $25 or more Featured in The PBI Awards

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 advertisment, nor do they serve as a restaurant review. For more information, email editorial@palmbeachmedia.com

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AB&G Located at the Four Seasons Resort, the casual beachfront resto serves gourmet street food inspired by global seaside locations. Kick-start the weekend here with the Friday Night Clambake. 2800 S. Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach (561-582-2800, fourseasons.com) $$ BELLE & MAXWELL’S This charming eatery on Antique Row—part tearoom, part café—serves bistro dishes in comfortable surroundings. 3700 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (561-832-4449, belleandmaxwells.net) $ BUCCAN Chef Clay Conley offers a wide-ranging menu of small plates that changes with the seasons.

350 S. County Road, Palm Beach (561-833-3450, buccanpalmbeach.com) $$ Coolinary Cafe Chef-owner Tim Lipman uses surprising ingredients to turn out fresh, creative cuisine like rabbit tacos as well as fried chicken and waffles. 4650 Donald Ross Road, Suite 110, Palm Beach Gardens (561-249-6760, coolinarycafe.com) $$ Farmer’s table Committed to clean eating, this farm-to-table establishment sources ingredients such as sustainable salmon and cage-free eggs to produce butter-free dishes like kale hummus and veggie burgers with zucchini bacon. 1901 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton (561-417-5836, farmerstableboca.com) $$ GREASE BURGER BAR Of the gourmet burgers on the menu, we of course recommend The PB Illustrated “A-List” burger, topped with mozzarella, tomatoes, ra-

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dicchio, pesto, and a balsamic glaze. 213 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (561-651-1075, greasewpb.com) $ Henry’s A throwback to a less-complicated era, Henry’s serves American comfort food to a packed house. Offerings include split pea soup, meat loaf, and even chicken potpie. 16850 Jog Road, Delray Beach (561-638-1949, henrysofbocaraton.com) $$ J. ALEXANDER’S This sleek chain serves modern cuisine in contemporary settings—a reliable choice when having trouble deciding where to eat dinner. 4625 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (561-694-2711); 1400 Glades Road, Boca Raton (561-347-9875, jalexanders.com) $$$ Max’s Grille A cross between a steak house and a sports bar, Max’s Grille has been attracting a wide legion of fans since 1991. 404 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (561-368-0080, maxsgrille.com) $$$ THE OFFICE This hip, trendy gastropub offers well-prepared, remarkably good comfort food, along with an impressive selection of craft beer. 201 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (561-276-3600, theofficedelray.com) $$ Smoke BBQ Renowned pitmaster Bryan Tyrell slow cooks fall-off-the-bone ribs and other meats with mean sides like mac and cheese. 8 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (561-330-4236, eatbbqnow.com) $$ Ta-BoO The menu features classics such as prime rib and cold poached salmon, augmented by inventive daily specials, a tropical ambience, and some of the best bartenders in town. 221 Worth Ave., Palm Beach (561-835-3500, taboorestaurant.com) $$ palmbeachillustrated.com | July/August 2015

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VERDEA RESTAURANT AND WINE BAR In the Embassy Suites hotel, Verdea achieves its flavor through the agriculture value of locally farmed meat and produce. 4350 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (561-691-3130) $$$ Yard House Known for its unique and plentiful tap options, Yard House offers an electric atmosphere and an array of hearty entrees. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens, Palm Beach Gardens, in Downtown at the Gardens (561-691-6901); 201 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (561-417-6124, yardhouse.com) $

LEMON COLLINS

Café L’Europe With influences from all over Latin America and Europe, Cafe L’Europe invites guests to enjoy the impressive wine list, exquisite desserts, and warm hospitality. 331 S. County Road, Palm Beach (561655-4020, cafeleurope.com) $$$

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Asian 7 ORCHIDS The kitchen turns out authentic Thai cuisine—gloriously fresh, assertively seasoned, and taking advantage of the best ingredients and spices around.

2621 S.E. Ocean Blvd., Stuart (772-266-0906) $$ AAH LOI Chef Charlie Soo’s Jupiter restaurant (whose name means “delicious” in Thai) is an extension of his powerful, creative Thai cuisine. 3755 Military Trail, Suite B14, Jupiter (561-748-5201) $$ ECHO The Asian restaurant of The Breakers offers dishes from the cuisines of China, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam, thoughtfully conceived and executed. 230A Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach (561-802-4222, echopalmbeach.com) $$$ IMOTO Influenced by his experience in Tokyo, James Beard-nominated chef Clay Conley presents small bites and a sushi menu that tempts all senses. 350 S. County Road, Palm Beach (561-833-5522, imotopalmbeach.com) $$ Sushi Ray Japanese Restaurant Enjoy the entertaining hibachi grill or order from the collection of sake at the onyx-lit sushi bar. 5250 Town Center Circle, #111, Boca Raton (561-394-9506, sushiray.com) $$

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ECLECTIC THE LEOPARD lounge AND restaurant In the Chesterfield Hotel, chef Gerard Coughlin oversees the culinary happenings at this unique restaurant and bar, serving dishes from English to Asian influences. 363 Cocoanut Row, Palm Beach (561-659-5800, chesterfieldpb.com) $$$

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café Boulud Steps from Worth Avenue, this sophisticated four-star restaurant boasts the same French flair as its famed Manhattan cousin, with a dash of South Florida flavor. 301 Australian Ave., Palm Beach, in the Brazilian Court Hotel (561-655-6060, cafeboulud.com) $$ PARIS IN TOWN, LE BISTRO Enjoy Champagne at the outside bar or savor classic dishes like French onion soup or a croque monsieur. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens (561-622-1616, parisintownbistro.com) $ PARIS IN TOWN, LE cafÉ This casual outpost that preceded Le Bistro is a trip to Paris, offering pastries, crepes, and more in an authentic setting. 11460 U.S. Hwy. 1 at PGA Blvd., North Palm Beach (561-626-6017, parisintowncafe.com) $

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Whether the Tom Collins was named for the political activist who died in the 1798 Irish Rebellion or after its main ingredient, Old Tom gin, there’s one thing we’re absolutely certain about: It’s the perfect cocktail on a hot summer afternoon.

The visionary bar staff at Pistache French Bistro in West Palm Beach felt it was time to put a little spin on the vintage libation, which is essentially a gin sour topped with club soda.

“Our clientele loves the classic cocktails,” says bar manager Kyle O’Connor, “and they respond very well to variations on those drinks.”

O’Connor and beverage manager Greg Riggs picked Nolet’s Silver gin as the base, then added simple syrup and St. Germain for an extra touch of sweetness. The liqueur’s pear notes give the drink extra amplitude beyond the traditional lemon-and-lime flavoring. (561-8335090, pistachewpb.com) LEMON COLLINS 3 oz. Nolet’s Gin 1 oz. St. Germain 1 oz. simple syrup 1 oz. fresh-squeezed lemon juice Combine ingredients in a shaker, shake well, and strain into a Collins glass. Top with a splash of club soda and garnish with a lemon twist. —M.S.

Brio Tuscan Grille Beautifully presented dishes are complemented by fine wine and dessert options. Glutenfree entrees are also available. 550 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (561-835-1511); 3101 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (561-622-0491); 5050 Town Center Circle, #239, Boca Raton (561-392-3777, brioitalian.com) $$ CASA D’ANGELO Chef Rickie Piper places an emphasis on market-fresh ingredients, backed by faultless execution. 171 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (561-9961234, casa-d-angelo.com) $$$ Cucina Dell’Arte After indulging in classic Italian dishes, clear your table for the nightclub. Suddenly, you’ll notice the disco ball above the bar that was hanging there the whole time. 257 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (561-655-0770, cucinadellarte.com) $$$ EVO Chef Erik Pettersen transforms Southern Italian cuisine from a cliché to an art form. 150 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta (561-745-2444, evoitalian.com) $$ HULLABALOO One of Rodney Mayo’s concepts, Hullabaloo is an Italian gastropub with creative cuisine and an even more unique cocktail menu. 517 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (561-833-1033, sub-culture.org) $$ Il Bellagio The food is stellar and so is the setting, as the restaurant sits in the center of CityPlace. Our favorite specialty combination: whole lobster with spaghetti, enjoyed by the fountain. 600 S. Rosemary Ave., Suite 170, West Palm Beach (561-659-6160, ilbellagiocityplace.com) $$ Josephine’s Italian Restaurant Family owned and operated, Josephine’s creates Italian cuisines in a casual atmosphere. The dessert menu is the star of the show. 5751 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (561-9880668, josephinesofboca.com) $$$ La Sirena This Northern Italian beauty focuses on the cooking of the Amalfi Coast. Specialties include yellowtail snapper for two and the 16-ounce veal chop. 6316 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (561-585-3128, lasirena online.com) $$ meatball room Chef Louie Zweifo prepares thin pizzas, tender veal, remarkable baked clams, and seven savory varieties of meatballs. 3011 Yamato Road, Suite A1920, Boca Raton. (561-409-4111, meatballroom.com) $$ RISTORANTE CLARETTA Classic cuisine is beautifully prepared by this northern Italian transplant. The wine list is striking and original, and the welcome couldn’t be warmer. 1315 S.W. Martin Hwy., Palm City (772-2199940, ristoranteclaretta.com) $$

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Latin-American Cabana El Ray Be sure to order a flavored mojito, made with real sugar cane. 105 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (561-274-9090, cabanarestaurant.com) $$

MEDITERRANEAN 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 (561-265-0600, lacigale delray.com) $$$

MEXICAN CABO FLATS An always-crowded Mexican party day and night, plus a festive weekend brunch. 14851 Lyons Road, Suite 122, Delray Beach (561-499-0378, cabo flats.com) $$

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3800 OCEAN The restaurant at the Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort serves dishes from a “collective kitchen” of diverse chefs. 3800 N. Ocean Drive, Riviera Beach (561-340-1795, marriott.com) $$$ THE ATLANTIC GRILLE Located in the Seagate Hotel, this restaurant places emphasis on bold and innovative American seafood. 1000 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray (561-665-4900, theatlanticgrille.com) $$$ eservations, please callBeach 866-236-6700 CITY OYSTER AND SUSHI BAR With a full sushi bar, sit sunsetkeycottages.com fresh oysters and a bakery, City Oyster offers a plethora of options for all tastes. 213 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (561-272-0220, cityoysterdelray.com) $$$ COD AND CAPERS SEAFOOD MARKET AND RESTAURANT A daily market and restaurant in one, Cod and Capers offers fresh fish to bring home or will take care of dinner for you. 1201 U.S. 1, North Palm Beach (561-622-0963, codandcapers.com) $$ LONGBOARDS Rodney Mayo’s laid-back seafood resto channels a Californian vibe with a bar that mimics a surfboard and always-playing surfing films. 519 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (561-833-4660, sub-culture.org) $$ SINCLAIRS OCEAN GRILL The sleek decor matches the mouthwatering menu at this upscale beachfront restaurant. 5 N. A1A, Jupiter, in the Jupiter Beach Resort (561-745-7120, jupiterbeachresort.com) $$$

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By Mark Spivak

Chablis-grown grapes exhibit classic Chardonnay flavors, but unlike most California Chardonnay, these wines spend little or no time in oak.

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For several decades, asking for a glass of Chablis was practically a reflex among American wine drinkers. What they received usually wasn’t Chablis at all but an off-dry Chenin Blanc or Colombard blend dispensed from a 3-liter jug. This wine experience did nothing to enhance the reputation of one of France’s greatest white wines.

Real Chablis comes from the region of the same name, located east of Auxerre in northern Burgundy. The grape is solely Chardonnay, but the resulting wine is different from the California version. The French climate is much cooler, allowing the grapes to retain more acidity; the soil has more mineral content, giving the wine a flinty flavor profile; and, most important, oak is used sparingly or not at all in the winemaking process.

Even though the finished wine displays classic Chardonnay flavors of citrus, melon, and pear, Chablis is a nuanced wine rather than “oak juice.”

The region’s top producers are generally acknowledged to be Dauvissat and Raveneau.

Both have significant holdings in Premier Cru and Grand Cru vineyards and were among the earliest properties to bottle their own wine rather than sell the grapes to merchants. Dauvissat matures wine in barrels, while Raveneau does not.

Prices tend to be steep. While the entry-level wines from Dauvissat start below $50, Premier Crus average around $75, and Grand Crus are easily twice as much. When you can find them, the Raveneau Premier and Grand Crus begin at $150 and $250, respectively.

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A word on food pairing: The classic match with Chablis is oysters, as well as fish and shellfish of all sorts. However, don’t hesitate to serve poultry, veal, or pork dishes with a substantial, well-rounded Premier Cru.

Chablis, always made from 100-percent Chardonnay, is light and dry with crisp acidity.

Fortunately, there is a growing number of producers turning out excellent Chablis at reasonable prices. They range from large estates to innovative small domaines. Some bottles to try: William Fèvre: A balanced and judicious use of oak makes Fèvre a good introduction to the category. Prices start around $25 for the Champs Royaux, a solid village wine, and climb to $45 for Premier Crus (Fourchaume and Vaillons) and $75 to $100 for the Grand Crus of Les Preuses and Bougros.

Jean-Marc Brocard: Established 20 years ago, Brocard’s estate encompasses 80 acres and offers something for everyone.

Snag the basic Domaine Sainte Claire Chablis for less than $25, Premier Crus for $35, and the Grand Cru Les Clos for $65.

Verget: This négociant (a merchant who buys grapes, juice, or wine from small farmers to produce under a private label),

founded and operated by Belgian-born Jean-Marie Guffens, maintains scrupulous vineyard sources and a fanatical focus on quality. Chablis Terres des Pierres ($25) displays remarkable concentration and brisk acidity that make it a pleasure to drink.

Daniel Dampt & Fils: This small domaine now includes the wines of Jean Defaix, Daniel’s father-in-law, and is currently run by his two sons. The basic Chablis ($22) is crisp and delightful, and the Premier Cru Côte de Léchet ($35) is even better.

Domaine Pinson Frères: In 1940, Louis Pinson was one of the region’s first growers to bottle his own wine and sell directly to consumers. Today, his grandsons operate the estate. They produce a noteworthy entry-level Chablis ($25), and an assortment of Premier Cru vineyards (Fourchaume, Montmain, Mont de Milieu) for $35. «

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Purple Punch For her first contribution to the Hope Designer Showcase at the 2015 Palm Beach Jewelry, Art, and Antique Show,

Jennifer Garrigues took inspiration from a Moroccan

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riad and added some English edge to create a colorful sitting room. Given the dark space, Garrigues covered the walls in vibrant purple grasscloth wallpaper and artwork. The purple bear by Helmut Koller is accompanied by pieces by Tom Tribby and abstract images from Childs Gallery. Each table is itself a work of art, including a circa-1880 Anglo-Indian carved demilune console table from F.S. Henemader, a Prague metal gilded coffee table from Mecox Gardens, and a Bodensee mirrored console from Jerry Pair and Associates. As for the color choice, “purple has always been a personal favorite,” Garrigues says. “It was time for people to see what they can achieve using bold, saturated colors in their homes.” Palm Beach (561-659-7085, jennifergarrigues.com)

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A Twist of Lime

Cast one of these picks in a space that’s craving the limelight

By Liza Grant Smith Make a Splash Kassatex’s Soho green bath accessories ($20-$62) will give your powder room a pop with sleek lines and a vibrant color suitable for the chicest showers. Cassidy’s Bed, Bath, & Linens, Stuart (772-286-1168, cassidyslinens.com)

floor work The Peruvian Llama flat weave rug from Jonathan Adler ($795) is both an attention grabber and storyteller as it was woven with wool from llamas raised in the Andes. Jonathan Adler, Miami (305-576-0200, jonathanadler.com)

Let There Be Light Designer Sara McCann of the McCann Design Group indulged in a little lime aid to enliven a depressed space in this Palm Beach home. “Green is my favorite color, so this lime and mint palette (with lots of white, of course) was a natural choice to brighten this bedroom that was originally one of the darkest in the house,” she says. The Roman shades, hung higher than the window, give the illusion of height while the geometric wallpaper makes the space feel fresh and happy. “I can always depend on the color green to deliver an effect that is crisp and clean,” she says. McCann Design Group, West Palm Beach (561-514-0335, mccanndesigngroup.com)

Tall Glass of Water Who cares if the glass is half full or half empty when it is wholly gorgeous? The Vidrio swirl highball ($19), handcrafted in Mexico from 100-percent recycled bottles, is the perfect way to go green.

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Take a seat It’s easy being green when you look this fabulous. The Chloe armchair ($725)

by Bungalow 5 exudes a Far Eastern vibe with contemporary Chinoiserie styling and faux bamboo fretwork. C.Bell Furnishing, West Palm Beach (561-533-6505, cbellfurnishing.com) Bed Time Surround yourself with the colors of summer and wake up feeling fresh with this duvet cover from Jane Wilner ($975 for a king). Neiman Marcus, Boca Raton, Palm Beach (888-888-4757, neimanmarcus.com) 92

armed and dangerous Add a few extra arms to your sofa’s pillow lineup with this hand-hooked Octopus pillow ($50) from Peking Handicraft. Gumbo Limbo, Stuart (772-283-1077, gumbolimbogifts.com)

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Luxury Real Estate to Yachts ROB THOMSON’S WATERFRONT GOES ALL THE WAY

by Gregory T. DuBose

“Well, yeah.” That’s the familiar response to someone proposing or doing something so painfully obvious that “of course,” seems the only appropriate reaction. Such is the case with Rob Thomson’s recent launch of Waterfront Yacht Brokerage.

Starting yet another yacht brokerage, in a state with over $1 billion in annual boat sales is not news. Launching a brokerage, in Jupiter, Florida, focused exclusively on sales of sport fishing boats, motor yachts and powerboats, was gutsy, if not ill advised.

The area is already home to a couple of well-regarded yacht brokerages. There are untold numbers of smaller brokerages and individual brokers.

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“My partner, Joe Kelly, and I never envisioned being just another brokerage. I believed that because of the synergy between my real estate company, Waterfront Properties, and the yacht brokerage, we could deliver a one-two punch this market would welcome. It seemed the logical step.”

Rob Thomson Nearly four months into the coexistence of Waterfront Properties and Waterfront Yacht Brokerage, Thomson’s “logical step” has proven more than logical. “Phenomenal is the only word to describe how we’ve been received. Thanks to articles in this publication and others, word of mouth buzz and an early push of extremely satisfied customers, the word is out.” Already, Waterfront Yacht Brokerage is responsible for numerous successful transactions with several more in various stages of completion.

Thomson states, “For a very unique client type, the advantage we deliver boils down to the seamless ease of transaction the combination of Waterfront Yacht Brokerage and Waterfront Properties provides.”

He continued, “A person might be able to accomplish similar goals with other companies, but how many other companies?

How many people must one entrust with these large, complex transactions? With Waterfront, you’ve got one team, one standard and resources that make this a concierge level experience in every way.

That’s the big difference.”

Thomson’s client, Carlos Gavidia, is the example, evidencing the advantages for this client type. Gavidia recently purchased a 70-foot Viking sport fishing boat. He also

purchased a waterfront estate in Admirals Cove and two waterfront lots on the Loxahatchee River. “Rob’s Waterfront companies provided a single point of contact for thoroughly seamless transactions. The entire experience was pleasant. It felt every bit like a partnership.”

Gavidia was maybe most impressed by what took place after the transactions were done.

“The Waterfront team didn’t disappear.

Four months into owning my new boat, Joe Kelly still assists me as needed. Twice he’s flown to the Bahamas to oversee work.

This is my 11th boat, so I have plenty of experience in how things are typically done.

The Waterfront companies have earned a repeat customer.”

Waterfront Properties is responsible for more waterfront transactions than any brokerage in the Northern Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast. A major factor in the company’s success is the over 100,000 web visitors each month to the company’s websites. The same 20-person internet marketing team administers the yacht brokerage’s websites. “We offer clients unparalleled reach when marketing their property or boat, not just locally, but literally around the world. Exposure leads to transactions. Exposure is where our clients win.” Clients looking to purchase real estate or a boat, benefit similarly.

The news for our market is that Waterfront Properties and Waterfront Yacht Brokerage are both firing on all cylinders, each serving as an engine for the other. Together, they are driving more clients to more successful transactions. There is no other similar onetwo punch in the local market. Of course, Thomson expects more will crop up. Once the successful blueprint is in place, attempts at duplication naturally follow. Never one to worry, Thomson states, “We’re used to being first.” Asked if he thought he’d realize the same success with the yacht brokerage as Waterfront Properties, Thomson replied emphatically, “Well, yeah.”

The value of the combination of Waterfront Yacht Brokerage and Waterfront Properties exists for individuals in many different circumstances. Thomson commented, “Clients don’t have to be interested in both a boat and a home to benefit. It doesn’t matter if they are selling or buying. In every scenario, our ability to fulfill their need is significantly heightened because of the relationship between the yacht brokerage and the real estate company.”

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Science of Scents

Whether it is lavender, vanilla, or even roasted coffee beans, everyone has a favorite smell. But not all scents are created equal; some have the innate ability to affect emotions and well-being. Aromatherapy, as defined by the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy, is the art and science of utilizing naturally extracted aromatic essences from plants to balance, harmonize, and promote the health of body, mind, and spirit. Scents are concentrated in the form of essential oils, which can be enjoyed on their own or in combination with one another. In Palm Beach County, you can purchase vials of essential oils at Perfect Oil in Wellington and Boca Raton.

If you want to create your own fragrance, then visit Natures Symphony in Boca Raton on July 13 for a perfume-blending lecture and July 20 for a workshop, where you’ll blend your own aroma. Before you tinker with odors, turn the page for our guide to the most common aromatherapy scents. (perfectoil.com; nsaroma.com)

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Eucalyptus

Known for its purifying, invigorating, and cooling qualities, eucalyptus has decongestant properties and can open sinuses. It is also used to relieve headaches and mental fatigue.

Lavender

By far the most common aromatherapy scent, lavender is both uplifting and relaxing. It has calming qualities that make it ideal for soothing anxiety. Herbalists frequently use it to ease skin ailments like burns, itchiness, and wounds.

Lemon

This scent isn’t just found in cleaning products. In aromatherapy, lemon can be energizing, uplifting, and detoxifying.

Like eucalyptus, it increases mental clarity, but it also can reduce stress, ease depression, and even aid in digestion.

Lemongrass

Described as cleansing and calming, lemongrass is regarded for its antiviral properties.

In aromatherapy, it is known to relieve indigestion and muscle soreness as well as to induce sleep.

Peppermint

Teachers frequently pass out peppermints during crucial tests because the scent has been shown to clear out mental cobwebs and enhance alertness and memory. Its refreshing aroma can also relieve nausea.

Rosemary

Regarded as clarifying, warming, and invigorating, a whiff of rosemary can lead to expanded, deeper breathing. Like peppermint, it also stimulates the mind.

Ylang ylang

Going on a date?

Apply a few drops of ylang ylang on your way out the door.

Its sensual, exotic, and alluring qualities not only relieve stress but act as an aphrodisiac as well.

Power to Paddle

In honor of the summer, we’ve been highlighting board sports that get you out of the gym and into the water. This month, we’re looking at stand-up paddleboarding, which is gaining popularity in various sectors of the fitness field from yoga masters to extreme-sports enthusiasts. Besides increasing strength and balance, the practice is also an amazing way to explore South Florida waters regardless of age or skill level. “Anyone and everyone can be accommodated and enjoy the sport,” says Chris Ellison, owner of Epic Sessions in Vero Beach. PBI chatted with Ellison about the basics and benefits of stand-up paddleboarding as well as what you can expect in a beginner’s lesson. (772-360-7166, epic-sessions.com)

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(App for thAT!)

Sleep is a sweet escape, but that escape is not always easy to come by. The iSleep Easy app from Meditation Oasis aims to ease you into a deep sleep with the help of guided meditations, music, and natural sounds. Users can pair any one of the nine meditations with a variety of relaxing musical tones or ambient sounds, or simply listen to the meditations, music, or sounds on their own.

There’s also a playlist feature that allows for easy combinations of the options as well as tips for falling—and staying—asleep. (meditationoasis.com)

PBI: What makes paddleboarding a good form of exercise?

CE: Stand-up paddleboarding is a good form of exercise because in one session, you are able to utilize balance, strength, and cardio.

What areas of the body does it engage?

I feel as if it engages four different areas. The first part is the brain, [which is engaged] by living in the moment and being conscious of ever-changing conditions such as wind, water currents, and waves. The second is your lower body, which helps with balance and positioning on the board. The third is the core, which provides the majority of the balance. The fourth part is the upper body, [including] the shoulders, back,

and arms; these provide strength for your forward propulsion and guide you through all of your turns.

What kinds of waves and conditions can one expect when paddleboarding in the Palm Beaches in the summer months?

During the summer months in South Florida, the waves are generally small to flat, unless there is a storm in the Atlantic somewhere. I prefer to snorkel off of my paddleboard in the Atlantic Ocean in the summer.

What is the most common hurdle beginners face?

The most common hurdle is balancing on the paddleboard while it is floating on the water. The most common mistake is using the paddle backwards.

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Local Love Farmers’ markets are sprouting up throughout South Florida, having grown in popularity thanks to their emphasis on local goods, support of small businesses, and positive environmental impact. In April, the new Whole Foods Market in West Palm Beach augmented this budding scene by introducing its own farmers’ market. The market, held in the store’s parking lot, is open every Tuesday evening beginning at 4 p.m. and includes an average of 40 vendors selling everything from local produce to artisan honey and all the foodie delights in between.

“Our customers are farmers’ market customers,” says Brenna Bertram, the store’s marketing team leader. “Supporting these local farmers and artisan producers helps us to connect with the local community.”

Typical offerings include handcrafted soaps and bath products, fresh and pickled vegetables, and many gourmet bites likes gelato, bubble tea, and arepas. Whole Foods also hosts recipe demos and distributes free samples, so you’ll never walk away hungry.

While most Palm Beach County markets close for the summer, the farmers’ market at Whole Foods Market West Palm Beach will remain open year round, though vendors might vary because of seasonality.

As to why these markets are becoming the en vogue way to shop, Bertram credits a reverence for the history and traditions behind American agriculture. “Customers appreciate and see the value in supporting a local farmer, and that need for the connection to our history plays into it,” she says.

Of course, she points out, farmers’ markets also lead to positive economic and environmental impacts: “The environmental footprint is smaller. You’re not buying oranges coming from California or avocados coming from Mexico [because] we have avocados and mangos and citrus growing in our own backyard.” (561-471-3800, wholefoods market.com)

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When Boca Raton resident Andrea Rogers founded Xtend Barre in 2009, her innovative workout routine quickly took off, and today it’s taught at 170 studios worldwide.

Now, the dancer’s hometown is also the official hometown of her mega-popular fitness regiment, which marries dance and ballet moves with the principles of Pilates. In May, Rogers opened a 3,200-square-foot flagship facility in Boca Raton that features two fitness studios and hosts more than 70 classes per week, ranging from the traditional 55-minute Xtend Barre workout to newer offerings like Circuit 7, Xtend Suspend, and Fit Ball. (561-948-0820, xtendbarre.com)

Healthy Flying

Summer vacation means summer travel. Get to where you’re going without sacrificing your well-being with these tips for healthy flying practices: Avoid Deep Vein Thrombosis There’s much discussion surrounding the increased risk of leg clots, or deep vein thrombosis, when flying. According to a study by the World Health Organization, the risk for developing DVT doubles after a flight that exceeds four hours. To counteract this, plan on wearing loose clothing.

When flying, move about frequently, drink plenty of water, and contract your calf muscles with heel raises or by tapping your toes.

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Protect Your Immune System Traveling in any sort of close quarters with many people comes with an increased risk of catching an airborne illness, especially a cold. Boost your immune system by loading up on vitamin C before your flight. Other preventative steps include avoiding sugary foods and drinks and bringing

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Counteract Dry Air and Dehydration The typical humidity level in a home is around 30 to 50 percent, but the humidity level in airplanes is often less than 25 percent. This can lead to dehydration and dry skin. Water consumption is key, but also avoid alcohol and caffeine. Moisturize your skin before boarding and throughout the flight. For one goto product, reach for Rodin’s olio lusso face oil ($170), made from 11 essential oils and designed for hydration and luminosity. (oliolusso.com)

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Traditional noodles or pastas can’t be consumed on a raw diet, because they require cooking. Thankfully, a new culinary trend is making it easier for raw foodies to get their noodle fix. Pinterest is populated with recipes for vegetable noodles, which can be made from many types of produce, including carrots, cucumbers, eggplants, and the ever-popular zucchini—zoodles, anyone? Products like Sur La Table’s vegetable and fruit spiral slicer ($35) make it easy to create spiralized veggies that can then be topped with raw marinara, pesto, or even a vegan Alfredo sauce. Sur La Table locations (800-243-0852, surlatable.com) palmbeachillustrated.com | juLY/AUGUST 2015 107

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Palm Beach Illustrated presents its annual health care and wellness resource.

SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE

Daniel Kapp, MD

Plastic Surgery

What are the latest developments/ innovations in your field?

Plastic surgery is constantly evolving. We are employing advanced fat-grafting techniques and new volumizing fillers to treat facial aging. These techniques can give nearly instant improvement. Also, the number of men having plastic surgery continues to rise. Feeling comfortable in one’s own skin doesn’t just apply to women anymore; helping men achieve a more positive self-image is a powerful tool.

What differentiates your practice from other specialists in the field?

I have an artistic eye and a perfectionist mindset. But what really distinguishes my practice is the time I spend truly learning and understanding my patients’ needs and desires. Every patient is different, and taking the time to learn these differences helps me to provide my patients with the very best care for their individual needs.

What is your favorite pastime?

I have three wonderful children. It is great to see them learning to do the things I enjoy: fishing, gardening, and crafting. Together, we have built toys, furniture, and a wagon. It is amazing to teach your own children to build things with hand tools and see how quickly they learn.

We have also recently taken them abroad. Watching their excitement for these newest adventures is truly amazing.

Office Contact: Terry Snyder 1500 N. Dixie Hwy., Suite 304 West Palm Beach, FL 33401 561.833.4022 drdanielkapp.com

David Goldman, MD

Goldman Eye

What differentiates your practice from other specialists in the field?

At Goldman Eye, we strive to provide a personal level of care in a timely fashion to all patients. Every piece of diagnostic equipment is state of the art and is constantly upgraded to stay on the cutting edge of technology so we can provide the highest level of care.

How do you keep up on the latest advances in your field?

In addition to attending and speaking at all major ophthalmology meetings, I consult and perform research with many ophthalmic companies. As a member of the Vanguard Ophthalmology Society and CEDARS groups, I also have the ability to engage other key opinion leaders in the field on a daily basis.

What accolades have you received in your field?

“Top 40 under 40” by The Ophthalmologist magazine; “Top 250 Surgeons in the U.S.” by Premier Surgeon; Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology; Best Doctors, 2012 to present; Top Ophthalmologist by the Consumers’ Research Council of America, 2010 to present; 2012 Young Outstanding Ophthalmologist by the Florida Society of Ophthalmology; 2009 National Crystalens Center of Excellence by Bausch & Lomb.

Office Contact: David Goldman 3401 PGA Blvd Suite #440 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 561.630.7120 goldmaneye.com

Andrea Hass, MD and Brian Hass, MD

Hass Plastic Surgery & MediSpa

What differentiates your practice from other specialists in the field?

This year, we are thrilled to be marking our twentieth anniversary in Palm Beach County. We arrived with a vision for establishing a premier plastic surgery center and as we enjoy this milestone we look forward to many more exciting years. From day one, we set out to provide quality care with excellent results. However, it is the camaraderie we have built with our patients and staff that excites us on a regular basis. Forever guided by seeking the best beauty options, we have broadened our realm of care to include the many complementary noninvasive procedures that go hand-in-hand with our core of plastic surgery for the eyes, face, breasts, and body. Injectables, lasers, CoolSculptingŽ, and skin care are just some of the reasons we expanded our office this year. We are proud of the reputation we have earned in giving our patients beautiful results with five-star patient care and we are grateful for the long relationships we’ve established.

Office Contact: 2401 PGA Blvd., Suite 150 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 561.624.7777 HassPlasticSurgery.com FreezeMyFatFL.com

Joseph A. Costello,

DC, DABCO Laser Medica

What are the latest developments/innovations in your field?

Super pulsed robotic lasers, which let the physician “custom tune� the quality and quantity of the laser beam.

What differentiates your practice from other specialists in the field?

Laser Medica is the largest laser therapy pain clinic in the United States. We treat acute and chronic pain and heal patients with the most advanced therapeutic lasers available. We care and deliver results.

Why should a patient come to Laser Medica?

We offer non-invasive, non-pharmacological, pain and side effect free treatment of herniated discs, neuropathy, sciatica, neuromas, carpal tunnel, arthritis, back pain, neck pain, foot pain and much more. Laser Medica is the first class patient care center offering exceptional and long term results. Treatments are extremely affordable, safe, soothing and completely pain free.

Office Contact: Rena Petrunova 8645 N. Military W., Suite 409 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 561.882.1430 LaserMedicaFlorida.com

John r. pasqual,

dmd, pa Pasqual Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Palm Beach Center for Oral Surgery and Dental Implants What are the latest developments/ innovations in your field?

Dental implants have established a new standard in dental restorations and oral rehabilitation. Surgeons have always been in the forefront of this technology.

We have established the Palm Beach Center for Oral Surgery and Dental Implants to offer patients the latest developments in oral restoration.

What differentiates your practice from other specialists in the field?

My surgical team and I have established a state-of-theart patient centric surgery center that is everything but a clinic in style. Our patients’ comfort and emotional well-being is our priority. We offer IV sedation as well as general anesthesia in our dedicated in-suite operating room.

How do you keep up on the latest advances in your field?

Attending and participating in international meetings as well as maintaining a faculty appointment at the University of Florida School of Dental Medicine allows me to interact with colleagues, residents and students.

This interaction and academic environment facilitates a career of lifelong learning with the ability to continue research in my field.

Office Contact: surgicalarts@pasqualoms.com 4600 Linton Blvd., Suite 220 Delray Beach, FL 33445 561.900.9080 pasqualoms.com

Charles S. Theofilos, md

Board Certified Neurosurgeon, The Spine Center

What are the latest developments/innovations in your field?

Some of the latest innovations include artificial disc technologies, which provide greater mobility and a promising alternative to spinal fusion. Significant progress is also occurring in the use of stem cells to treat neurologic and degenerative disorders of the spine.

What differentiates your practice from other specialists in the field?

We strive to stay on the forefront of spine treatment, focusing on artificial disc technology, stem cells, and the most advanced and effective procedures to improve a patient’s quality of life. We were one of only a handful of national centers to perform an FDA study on artificial disc replacement, and we now routinely perform that procedure to help patients preserve motion in their spine.

How do you keep up on the latest advances in your field?

I participate in many FDA studies of new spine technologies and have also patented several spine products that are now used around the world. I also serve on the board of scientific advisors for numerous spine companies, collaborating with some of the top authorities in the field to develop modern spine technology.

Office Contact: 11621 Kew Gardens Ave., Suite 101 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 561.630.3870 thespinecenter.com

Jacob d. steiger, md Steiger Facial Plastic Surgery

When selecting a specialist in Plastic Surgery, what are the key criteria?

When selecting a facial plastic surgeon, the key criteria are certification by the American Board of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery as well as the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery. It’s also important that the surgeon has completed a fellowship.

Make sure to review the surgeon’s work including before and after photos and verify they perform the procedure you are interested in.

What are the latest developments/ innovations in your field?

One of the latest developments in facial plastic surgery is the use of Kybella, an injection approved by the FDA in late April to treat double chins. This nonsurgical alternative to liposuction is slated to hit the market this summer.

What differentiates your practice from other specialists in the field?

Facial plastic surgeons specialize in surgery of the face and neck. I’m one of few South Florida physicians dedicated solely to facial plastic surgery, treating the face, nose, eyes, ears, and neck areas. In addition, I perform noninvasive procedures such as facial fillers, lip enhancement, fat transfer, CoolSculpting®, and more.

Office Contact: info@drsteiger.com 1001 N. Federal Hwy. Boca Raton, FL 33432 561.499.9339 drsteiger.com

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Dr. Mark Brody

B r a i n M at t e r s R e s e a r c h

World-class Alzheimer’s center right here in Palm Beach County Of the more than 1.2 million Palm Beach

for Alzheimer’s diagnosis, treatment, and

County residents, 50 percent are aged 65 or

prevention.

trial and is not deemed at current high risk for

older, and roughly half of those men and women

That’s why he is encouraging healthy seniors

Alzheimer’s, the test still has value: It establishes

will develop Alzheimer’s Disease by the time

to be screened. “Changes in the brain start

a baseline for future reference.

they turn 85.

occurring 12-15 years before any symptoms are

“We evaluate patients of any age who have

However, Dr. Mark Brody, a nationally

present. With new technology, we get early

a family history or not, have noticed changes,

renowned neurologist who practices in Delray

detection of changes at the cellular level, and

or simply want to participate in a trial as a

Beach and has focused solely on Alzheimer’s

cutting-edge research trials offer treatment

cognitively healthy volunteer. No insurance or

care and research for the past 12 years, says

options that greatly increase your odds in the

referral is needed. However, we do get referrals

there is hope. His book, Brain Matters – The

fight against this Disease,” he says.

from regional neurologists, University of Miami,

Prevention of Aging, Alzheimer’s and Stroke was

“Unfortunately, people think that when it

Cleveland Clinic, Alzheimer’s Association, and

featured during his appearance with Dr. Oz, and

comes to Alzheimer’s Disease, there’s nothing

others who understand the role that a center

outlines the steps for preventing the disease.

you can do. That’s the biggest myth. Something

of excellence plays in the fight against this

can be done, and we are doing it every day.

Disease,” Brody says.

neurology at UCSD, has served on numerous

Doing nothing is never a good choice”

“Knowledge of increased genetic risk for

pharmaceutical medical advisory boards and

Risk level is determined by not only family

cancer compels patients to take action…They

is widely regarded as a thought leader in the

history but also an individual’s gene sequence

make impactful treatment decisions, enter

development of new Alzheimer’s therapies. His

determined by a simple blood test. If the blood

clinical trials, seek out renowned specialists.

optimism toward combating Alzheimer’s comes

test result, which is conducted only after a

Our mission is to elevate Alzheimer’s Disease

from his close, personal involvement with the

comprehensive evaluation, shows a patient

to that level of urgency. It is a degenerative

Disease. Not only is his father afflicted with it,

has an increased likelihood of developing

‘cancer of the brain’ that no one survives. Brain

but also Brody is the founder of Brain Matters

Alzheimer’s, the patient continues the screening

Matters Research is on a mission, and we need

Research, one of the country’s largest and most

process and is ultimately followed, free-of-

community involvement.”

respected private clinical research facilities

charge, for at least five years.

Brody,

a

former

clinical

professor

of

PROMOTION

If a patient doesn’t meet the criteria for a

Jerry Rabinowitz

Dear New Friends, or 80, I have Younger Onset My story is simple. At 57 years of age, not 65 erative disease affecting Alzheimer’s Disease. This is a fatal, brain degen 65. Its progression is quicker function and memory in a person younger than shorter. So here I am, already than normal AD, and my life expectancy is out of the closet, and encouraging shedding the stigma of Alzheimer’s, coming trial. After 30 years of scientific you to participate in an Alzheimer’s clinical s Disease is now. advancement, the time for a cure for Alzheimer’ ence on this journey to end Every person has the power to make a differ er predisposed to Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s. Individuals should stand tall wheth hy people are seeking huge numbers or not. Research trials for cognitively healt people cognitively healthy. Other of volunteers to help discover ways to KEEP iencing symptoms to determine trials need volunteers who are currently exper Free evaluations are available ways Alzheimer’s can be reversed or halted. to reach the masses necessary for to everyone. This worthy movement strives ent; and to offer help! And God clinical trials to find a cure, a vaccine, a treatm someone you know. From where I willing, this may save your life, or the life of to tell your own. stand, it all seems so obvious. Use my story passion willingly. After My husband, Craig and I entered into this new are glad to have a diagnosis. Our five years of struggling to find answers, we trial with dedicated and cutting present hope is due to an aggressive clinical highly qualified and compassionate edge neurologist, Mark Brody, MD, and the team at Brain Matters Research. assion, and luck in your own I wish each of you courage, strength, comp you to spread the word. Thank you. fight against Alzheimer’s. I am available to Be Well!

Dottie

Call today for your free comprehensive memory evaluation.

As a former Alzheimer’s Association executive, Dottie was

very aware of Brain Matters Research, as both organizations embody Alzheimer’s Disease research and education as their mission. With a family history of the disease, Dottie turned to Dr. Brody and Brain Matters to evaluate her subtle, concerning symptoms. A very early, definitive diagnosis was

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PROMOTION

made and Dottie is now participating in a clinical trial for very early onset Alzheimer’s.

current

PROMOTION AND EVENTS • July/Au gust 2015

The Benjamin School The Benjamin School announces the grand opening of Benjamin Hall, its new 849-seat performing arts theater where students have the opportunity to discover and celebrate their unique talents. The Benjamin School, founded in 1960, is a preK-12 independent day school in Palm Beach Gardens and North Palm Beach.

Bon Appétit: The Counter Crafts Gourmet Burgers at The Gardens Mall You don’t have to go far to find the beef now that The Counter has opened at The Gardens Mall. Serving up delicious, build-your-own burgers and custom milk shakes, guests can choose from more than 300,000 combinations, including six proteins, 17 cheeses, 50 toppings, and 27 sauces. Eating well has never been so easy.

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Devonshire at PGA National Devonshire at PGA National boasts the largest, most luxurious independent living apartment homes in all of Southeast Florida. Now, the community is upgrading its finishes and fixtures for an even more lavish retirement lifestyle. Explore the new Devonshire—call 1-800-246-8444 for a brochure.

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Palm Beach county medical Society and Palm Beach Illustrated are PleaSed to announce the reSultS of the “notaBle PhySicianS-Palm Beach county 2015� Program.

The voting process, which was approved by the PBCMS Board of Directors, invited all board-certified physicians who practice in Palm Beach County to vote for any board-certified physician practicing in our County to whom they would refer their own patients or family members.

SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE

Notable Physicians - Palm Beach County Neurology

Rheumatology

Jonathan I. Seckler MD 660 Glades Road, Suite 200 Boca Raton, FL 561-338-9992

James N. Goldenberg MD 140 JFK Drive, Suite 140 Atlantis, FL 561-968-6767 mspb.md

Ira Pardo MD 5162 Linton Blvd., Suite 101 Delray Beach, FL 561-498-1114

Dermatology

Ophthalmology

Oren Lifshitz MD 10887 Military Trail, Suite 8 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 561-296-7546 palmbeachskin.com

Paul M. Gallogly MD 3399 PGA Blvd., Suite 350 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 561-624-0099 retinacarespecialists.com

Cardiovascular Disease

Gastroenterology

David A. Goldman MD 3401 PGA Blvd., Suite 440 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 561-630-7120 goldmaneye.com

Elliot Ellis MD 1117 North Olive Ave. West Palm Beach, FL 561-802-4206 elliotellis.com

Infectious Disease Larry M. Bush MD 10115 Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 102 Wellington, FL 561-967-0101 Daniel E. Peters MD 11211 Prosperity Farms Road, Suite B-105 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 561-626-2914

Internal Medicine Rupesh R. Dharia MD 3401 PGA Blvd., Suite 310 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 561-776-8891 Alan J. Marcus DO 3375 Burns Road, Suite 106 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 561-845-0833 Alan M. Saitowitz MD 3467 W. Hillsboro Blvd.

Deerfield Beach, FL 954-420-0886

Nephrology Jose F. Arrascue MD 5503 S. Congress Ave., Suite 103 Atlantis, FL 561-965-7228 southpalmbeachkidney.com 122 PALM BEACH ILLUSTRATED

Krishna Kishor MD 7101 Fairway Drive Palm Beach Gardens, FL 561-515-1500 bascompalmer.org Jan W. Kronish MD 16201 S. Military Trail Delray Beach, FL 561-498-8100 delrayeye.com Michael Patipa MD 4461 Medical Center Way, Suite A West Palm Beach, FL 561-845-6500 eyeliddocs.com

Orthopaedic Surgery Gregory M. Martin MD 7593 Boynton Beach Blvd., Suite 280 Boynton Beach, FL 561-733-5888 popb.md

Radiation Oncology Rashmi K. Benda MD 701 N.W. 13th St. Boca Raton, FL 561-955-4111 Tim R. Williams MD 800 Meadows Road Boca Raton, FL 561-955-4111

Honorable Mention

Cardiovascular Disease

SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE

Edgar Abovich MD Jupiter, FL Rahul Aggarwal MD Jupiter, FL Thomas C. Bartzokis MD Boca Raton, FL Seth Baum MD Boca Raton, FL Alexander Chernobelsky MD Atlantis, FL Norman Erenrich MD West Palm Beach, FL

Brian H. Galbut MD Atlantis, FL Mark L. Gardner MD Delray Beach, FL Stephen E. Krasner MD Atlantis, FL Eric H. Lieberman MD Delray Beach, FL

Keith Meyer MD West Palm Beach, FL

Jay A. Midwall MD Atlantis, FL Albert Musaffi MD Atlantis, FL Mark Howard Rubenstein MD Boca Raton, FL Utpal N. Sagar MD West Palm Beach, FL Stephen J. Servoss MD Boca Raton, FL

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Dr. Jefferson R. Vaughan is the Medical Director of the Surgical Weight Control Program at Jupiter Medical Center. He started this program in 2001 with an extensive background in weight loss surgery.

The best one to maximize your safety and start you on your way to a healthier you is Dr. Vaughan!

Dr. Vaughan offers the following procedures: • Hernia Repair Surgery • Bariatric Surgery Including: - Gastric Banding - Roux-en-y Gastric Bypass - Sleeve Gastrectomy • Colon Resection • GERD (Acid Reflux) surgery • Foregut Surgery • Gall Bladder Removal

Dr. Jefferson Vaughan Weight Loss And General Surgery

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Notable Physicians - Palm Beach County

SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE

Cardiovascular Disease (cont.)

Carine M. Porfiri MD Boca Raton, FL

Howard M. Goodman MD West Palm Beach, FL

Robert Collins MD Palm Springs, FL

David Weisman MD West Palm Beach, FL

Peggy L. Schneider MD Boynton Beach, FL

James N. Harris MD West Palm Beach, FL

Mirta Galante MD West Palm Beach, FL

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

Christopher B. Thomas MD Delray Beach, FL

Robert J. Jacobson MD West Palm Beach, FL

Gabriela Goldstein MD West Palm Beach, FL

Robert Fishel MD Atlantis, FL

Robert Tome MD West Palm Beach, FL

Thomas M. Niederman MD Boynton Beach, FL

James Heron MD Atlantis, FL

Colon and Rectal Surgery

Gastroenterology

Felix Rodriguez-Pinero MD Boynton Beach, FL

David B. Hevert MD Boca Raton, FL

Roger D. Rosenstock MD Lake Worth, FL

Marty Jacob MD Boynton Beach, FL

Alka Sawhney MD Delray Beach, FL

Aaron L. Klein DO Boca Raton, FL

Aurea R. Tomeski MD Boca Raton, FL

Seba Krumholtz MD Boca Raton, FL

Jacy Villa MD Boynton Beach, FL

Robert Levin MD Wellington, FL

Hospice and Palliative Medicine

Leslie Levine MD Boca Raton, FL

Andrew S. Ross MD Boca Raton, FL

Glenn H. Englander MD West Palm Beach, FL

Dermatology

Mitchell S. Flaxman MD Jupiter, FL

Joshua Berlin MD Boynton Beach, FL

Lyle K. Hurwitz MD Atlantis, FL

Jodi Fiedler MD Boca Raton, FL

Miles Medrano MD Atlantis, FL

Howard Green MD West Palm Beach, FL

Vito C. Proscia MD Delray Beach, FL

Lewis H. Kaminester MD North Palm Beach, FL

Thomas Rosenfield MD Atlantis, FL

Justin Platzer MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL Michael Sherling MD Atlantis, FL Noah Weisberg MD Jupiter, FL

Todd Simon DO Atlantis, FL Bradley A. Towbin MD Delray Beach, FL

Geriatric Medicine

Diagnostic Radiology

Mary M. Colburn MD West Palm Beach, FL

Sean Martinez MD West Palm Beach, FL

Daniel E. Fortier MD West Palm Beach, FL

Endocrinology Anna Frisch MD Loxahatchee, FL

Family Medicine Analisa Carr MD Jupiter, FL Jose F. Ojea MD Boynton Beach, FL

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HematologyOncology Marcelle A. Bertrand MD Jupiter, FL Rogelio Brito DO Boynton Beach, FL Humberto Caldera MD Loxahatchee, FL

Katherine Brazzale MD West Palm Beach, FL Mariaelena P. Caraballo DO West Palm Beach, FL Karen T. Kennedy DO West Palm Beach, FL Richard S. Levene DO West Palm Beach, FL

Internal Medicine Andrew R. Berkman MD Atlantis, FL Robert A. Briskin MD Jupiter, FL Jennifer Caceres MD Boca Raton, FL Jose Castellanos MD Boca Raton, FL

Richard Levine MD Boca Raton, FL Sara S. Levine MD Boca Raton, FL Carlos Lira MD West Palm Beach, FL Dean S. Mann MD West Palm Beach, FL

Charles E. Metzger Jr. MD Boca Raton, FL Brian C. Moraes DO Boca Raton, FL

Rahul Patel MD Loxahatchee, FL Richard B. Raborn MD Boynton Beach, FL Steven E. Reznick MD Boca Raton, FL Shari H. Robins MD Delray Beach, FL

Notable Physicians - Palm Beach County Internal Medicine (cont.)

Roderick Santa Maria MD Boca Raton, FL Andrew E. Schlein MD Boynton Beach, FL Evan R. Shapiro MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL William M. Simons MD Atlantis, FL Robert E. Sonneborn MD Boca Raton, FL Gjorgvi Trnovski MD Boca Raton, FL Neal B. Weisman MD Boca Raton, FL

Nephrology Ronald Goldin MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL Eric S. Lazar MD Boca Raton, FL John Panos MD Boca Raton, FL Jack Waterman DO Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Neurology Frederick J. Boltz MD Boca Raton, FL Teresita Casanova MD Atlantis, FL Gail A. Cooney MD West Palm Beach, FL

SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE

Mark A. Goldstein MD Atlantis, FL

Karrie L. Bataskov MD Boca Raton, FL

Yvonne Jurcik MD Atlantis, FL

Brian A. Bernick MD Boca Raton, FL

Eric D. Kramer MD Atlantis, FL

Melanie K. Bone MD Atlantis, FL

Casandra Mateo MD Atlantis, FL

Frank Cirisano MD Delray Beach, FL

Carl H. Sadowsky MD West Palm Beach, FL

Samuel Falzone MD Wellington, FL

Charles R. Schallop MD Jupiter, FL

Jane E. Rudolph MD Boca Raton, FL

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Ophthalmology

Alexandria Angelides MD Boca Raton, FL Amy N. Banooni MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL

David Greenfield MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL Lawrence Halperin MD Boca Raton, FL

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Notable Physicians - Palm Beach County Ophthalmology

Otolaryngology

(cont.)

Daniel A. Jewelewicz MD Delray Beach, FL Adrian Lavina MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL Steven M. Litinsky MD Delray Beach, FL John H. Merey MD West Palm Beach, FL Mark Michels MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL Steven I. Rosenfeld MD Delray Beach, FL

Michael Aronsohn MD Boca Raton, FL James Houle MD Boca Raton, FL John Li MD Jupiter, FL William S. Slomka MD Palm Springs, FL

Pathology Maria Vazquez-Pertrjo MD West Palm Beach, FL

Pediatrics

Patrick E. Rubsamen MD Boca Raton, FL

Johanna Albrecht MD Lake Worth, FL

Michael A. Schaffer MD Delray Beach, FL

Stella Calobresi MD Boca Raton, FL

Alan R. Shuster MD Jupiter, FL

Heidi Cohen MD Boca Raton, FL

Sirtaz S. Sibia DO Boynton Beach, FL

Sara Connolly MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Jay S. Wallshein MD Lake Worth, FL

Manju E. George MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Mark Weiner MD Boca Raton, FL Marc Winnick MD Delray Beach, FL

Sarrie Katz MD Jupiter, FL Caron Sanua MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Orthopaedic Surgery

Tommy J. Schechtman MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Mark S. Bromson MD Boca Raton, FL

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Marvin A. Kohn MD Lake Worth, FL Larry P. Levin MD Boca Raton, FL

Ramon L. Cuevas-Trisan MD West Palm Beach, FL

Plastic Surgery Jason S. Cooper MD Jupiter, FL Robert Cooper MD Jupiter, FL

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SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE

Dov I. Eidelman MD Palm Springs, FL Brian E. Hass MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL David Lickstein MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL Alan B. Pillersdorf MD Palm Springs, FL

Psychiatry Irl Extein MD Delray Beach, FL Lori Feather DO West Palm Beach, FL Paul Guzman MD Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Stefan Pasternack MD Boca Raton, FL Bruce L. Saltz MD Boca Raton, FL Abbey Strauss MD Boca Raton, FL

Pulmonary Disease Barry Davis MD Boca Raton, FL Samuel Gurevich MD West Palm Beach, FL P. William Ludwig MD Boca Raton, FL Ralph Palumbo MD Boca Raton, FL Carlos W. Sanchez MD Atlantis, FL

Radiation Oncology Georges F. Hatoum MD Lake Worth, FL

Rheumatology Joseph Z. Forstot MD Boca Raton, FL Marc J. Hirsh MD Delray Beach, FL Margaret Wilkes MD Boca Raton, FL

Surgery John D. Corbitt Jr. MD Atlantis, FL Mariano Faresi MD Boynton Beach, FL James Goad MD Loxahatchee, FL Jordan C. Grabel MD West Palm Beach, FL Agustin M. Ibarrola MD Wellington, FL Srinivas Kaza MD Lake Worth, FL Robert A. Kozol MD Atlantis, FL Ashley Lankford MD Loxahatchee, FL Beth-Ann Lesnikoski MD Lake Worth, FL Amy Mostafavi MD Boynton Beach, FL Jonathan Wideroff MD Boca Raton, FL

Urology Ross M. Cohen MD Wellington, FL Jeffrey I. Miller MD Boca Raton, FL

Agenda

Design has always been a driving force within the transportation industry. The Norton Museum of Art explores that intrinsic relationship in the new exhibition “Going Places: Transportation Designs from the Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf Collection,” on display through January 10. Guest curator Matthew Bird, the mind behind last year’s playful “Wheels and Heels” show, culled objects from the Sharfs’ collection of model cars, planes, and trains and added period paraphernalia like coloring books, advertising posters, and classic film clips. Each item offers a rare glimpse into how engineering transformed twentieth-century travel and a nostalgic portal into a bygone era when the ride was as wondrous as the destination itself. (561-8325196, norton.org) —Kerry Shorr

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Model Movers

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Stylish Business Executives at an Airport, Larry Salk

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Celebrate Independence Day at the Flagler Museum on July 4.

(561-655-2833, flaglermuseum.us)

4

Play in the art installation the Pool in downtown west Palm Beach to July 4. (561-822-1515, wpb.org)

4 11

July/August/2015

Seed Pods, Lynn Holland

From july 11, Armory Art Center shows ceramic and sculpture student work. (561-8321776, armoryart.org)

To August 1, the Cultural council of Palm Beach County hosts works by the Palm Beach Watercolor society.

(561-471-2901, palmbeach culture.com)

JULY GOINGS ON 3 First Friday Art Walk, Downtown Delray Beach, also Aug. 7, free. (561-243-1077, downtowndelraybeach.com)

4 Fabulous Fourth Celebration, Spanish River Athletic Facility at De Hoernle Park, Boca Raton, free.

(561-393-7995, ci.boca-raton.fl.us) Fourth on Flagler, Waterfront Commons, West Palm Beach, free. (561-822-1515, wpb.org)

Independence Day Celebration, Flagler Museum, Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (561-655-2833, flagler museum.us)

July 4 Celebration, Downtown Delray Beach, free.

(561-243-1077, downtowndelraybeach.com) July 4 Celebration, Intracoastal Park, Boynton Beach, free. (561-742-6000, boynton-beach.org)

July 4 Celebration, Sunset Cove Amphitheater, Boca Raton, free. (561-488-8069, pbcgov.com) Star Spangled Stuart, Flagler Park, Stuart, free. (772219-2221, historicdowntownstuart.com) 10 Sushi and Stroll Summer Walk, Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, also Aug. 14, $6-$8. (561-495-0233, morikami.org)

11 Roar and Pour, Palm Beach Zoo, West Palm Beach, also Aug. 8, $6-$10. (561-547-9453, palmbeachzoo.org) 15 “Paul Gauguin and Vincent Van Gogh in Depth� lecture, Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, $40. (561-655-7226, fourarts.org)

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Across a Rainbow Colored Sea, Lois Brezinski

2 PICKS AUGUST GOINGS ON 2 SwedeFest, Borland Center for Performing Arts, Palm Beach Gardens, $9. (561-282-4623, swedefestpalmbeach.com)

8 Northwood Village Art Walk, Northwood Village, West Palm Beach, free. (561-822-1551, northwoodvillage.org)

15 Buckler’s Craft Fair, South Florida Fair Expo, West Palm Beach, also Aug. 16, $7. (386-860-0092, bucklercraftfair.com) 28 Northwood Village Art Battle at Art and Wine Promenade, Northwood Village, West Palm Beach, free. (561-822-1551, northwoodvillage.org)

JULY PERFORMANCES 2 George M in Concert, The Wick Theatre, Boca Raton, to July 26, $55. (561995-2333, thewick.org)

3 Dirks Bentley, Kip Moore, Maddie and Tae, and Canaan Smith, Coral Sky Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $33. (561-795-8883, cruzanamphitheatre.net)

Enter to win tickets to see George M in Concert at palmbeach illustrated.com/ contests

She Loves Me, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, to July 26, $20. (800-745-3000, fauevents.com/events)

The World Music 5, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $25-$35. (561450-6357, artsgarage.org) 4 Vans Warped Tour 2015, Coral Sky Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $61. (561-795-8883, cruzanamphitheatre.net) 9 Hamlet, Seabreeze Amphitheatre in Carlin Park, Jupiter, to July 12, also July 16-19, free. (561-762-8552, pbshakespeare.org)

Shawn and Marlon Wayans, Palm Beach Improv, West Palm Beach, to July 12, $35-$45. (561-833-1812, palmbeachimprov.com)

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On July 3 and August 7, peruse the galleries, studios, and museums of Delray Beach’s Atlantic Avenue, Pineapple Grove, and Artist Alley districts at First Friday Art Walk.

The event is held from 6 to 9 p.m. and features entertainment, artisan jewelry, and other goods.

(561-243-1077, down towndelray beach.com)

Be ready to rock when the Lake Worth Playhouse presents the rock and roll musical The Who’s Tommy from July 9-26. Set to The Who’s timeless music, this Tony Award–winning show follows the meteoric rise of a pinballplaying prodigy.

(561-586-6410, lake worthplay house.org)

The Who’s Tommy, Lake Worth Playhouse, Lake Worth, to July 26, $23-$38. (561- 586-6410, lakeworthplayhouse.org) 10 A Little Night Music, Palm Beach Dramaworks, West Palm Beach, to July 19, $42.

(561-514-4042, palmbeachdramaworks.org) Barenaked Ladies, Sunset Cove Amphitheater, Boca Raton, tickets start at $83. (800653-8000, sunsetcoveamphitheater.com)

Enter to win tickets to see The Who’s Tommy at palmbeach illustrated.com/ contests Enter to win tickets to see LeNard Rutledge at palm beachillustrated. com/contests

Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, to July 12, $55. (561-832-7469, kravis.org) Sammy Figueroa, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $25-$45. (561450-6357, artsgarage.org) 11 LeNard Rutledge, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $25-$35. (561450-6357, artsgarage.org)

Summer Stock This year, fill your children’s eyes and ears with something they’re not likely to experience at summer camp: opera. On July 13, Palm Beach Opera’s popular Opera Discovery: Concert for Kids returns to the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In this hour-long program, a pianist and a trio of singers from the Benenson Young Artists Program will treat miniature musical theatergoers to a mélange of operatic overviews, arias, duets, and ensemble pieces by prolific composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Giacomo Puccini. Afterward, children can take part in a lively Q&A session with the performers. All of this is aimed toward sparking a love of music in future generations. You never know—the next Jackie Evancho may be sitting in your living room right now.

Tickets cost $5. (561-833-7888, pbopera.org) —K.S. palmbeachillustrated.com | JUly/august 2015

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Agenda Rascal Flatts with Scotty McCreery and RaeLynn, Coral Sky Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $27. (561-795-8883, cruzan amphitheatre.net)

13 Opera Discovery: Concert for Kids, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Jupiter, $5. (561-833-7888, pbopera.org)

Fish Face Through September 6, the Vero Beach Museum of Art makes a splash with the exhibition “James Prosek: Ocean Fishes.” An artist and naturalist, Prosek prefers painting his saltwater subjects in their natural habitats and travels to the Treasure Coast to capture the vibrant hues and intense details of Florida’s indigenous fish, including snook, cobia, and pompano, in real time. Prosek describes his work as “self-portraits” and often incorporates a personal connection to his subjects, like his own reflection in a fish’s eye. (772-2310707, verobeach museum.org) —K.S.

16 Kid Rock and Foreigner, Coral Sky Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $40.

(561-795-8883, cruzanamphitheatre.net) 19 Franco Corso and Gyorgy Lakatos present “Night of Passion,” Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $50. (561-832-7469, kravis.org)

24 Charlie Murphy, Palm Beach Improv, West Palm Beach, to July 26, $25-$35. (561-833-1812, palm beachimprov.com)

25 Nicole Henry, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $25-$50. (561-450-6357, artsgarage.org) 31 Dave Matthews Band, Coral Sky Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, also Aug. 1, tickets start at $84. (561-795-8883, cruzanamphitheatre.net)

AUGUST PERFORMANCES 2 Toby Keith and Eli Young Band, Coral Sky Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $34.

(561-795-8883, cruzanamphitheatre.net)

6 Peter Pan, The Wick Theatre, Boca Raton, to Sept. 6, $55. (561-995-2333, thewick.org) 14 110 in the Shade, Palm Beach Dramaworks, West Palm Beach, to Aug. 23, $42. (561-514-4042, palmbeachdramaworks.org) Incubus, Coral Sky Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $42. (561-795-8883, cruzan amphitheatre.net)

21 Rickey Smiley, Palm Beach Improv, West Palm Beach, to Aug. 23, $25. (561-833-1812, palm beachimprov.com)

Tim McGraw with Billy Currington and Chase Bryant, Coral Sky Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $45. (561-795-8883, cruzan amphitheatre.net) 27 Cristela Alonzo, Palm Beach Improv, West Palm Beach, to Aug. 30,

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$20-$22. (561-833-1812, palmbeachimprov.com)

For gallery and museum exhibitions happening in July and august, visit palmbeachillustrated.com/julyaugustart

RETRO DIVA BUYING INFORMATION COVER Georgette crepe dress (price upon request), bracelet ($3,200), Chanel, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens TABLE OF CONTENTS (PAGE 6) Black backless dress with bow ($2,410), black boots (price upon request), Prada, Bal Harbour Shops; portrait cameo and raven feather earrings ($475), Alexis Bittar, Bloomingdale’s, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens.

Page 60 Sepia brown embroidered calf-leather wrap trench coat ($6,500), Burberry, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, Town Center, Boca Raton; wide leather belt (price upon request), Emilio Pucci, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach; quilted calfskin and aged ruthenium metal backpack ($4,100), Chanel, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens; asymmetrical suede booties ($995), Giuseppe Zanotti, Bal Harbour Shops; Marilyn Hellman rosette and crystal drop earrings ($159), Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashions, Fifth Avenue South, Naples.

Page 61 Black-and-white embroidered guipure dress ($6,995), black leather bow belt (price on request), Michael Kors, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach; Ana cap in slate gray hand-blocked velour felt with silk trim ($310), Gigi Burris, Neiman Marcus, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, Town Center, Boca Raton; Amelie handbag in nude metallic crinkled leather ($1,395), Jimmy Choo, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens; No.Nu black flower earrings ($149), Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashions, Fifth Avenue South, Naples.

PAGES 62-63 Multicolor printed silk crepe de chine dress ($1,990), multicolor printed silk cady pants ($1,210), wide leather belt (price upon request), Emilio Pucci, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach; Marilyn Hellman rosette and crystal drop earrings ($149), Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashions, Fifth Avenue South, Naples.

PAGE 64 Multicolor silk dress ($4,400), green and pink heels ($750), Fendi, Bal Harbour Shops; black leather bow belt (price upon request), Michael Kors, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach; Rebel handbag in kew gloss elaphe ($1,295), Jimmy Choo, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens; Lucite flower brooch ($595), Alexis Bittar, Bloomingdale’s, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens; Julie resin and crystal earrings ($249), Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashions, Fifth Avenue South, Naples.

PAGE 65 Silk crêpe de chine embroidered gown ($5,700), Gucci, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens; Lucite flower bangles ($295 each), Alexis Bittar, Bloomingdale’s, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, Stephen Jones hat ($2,400), Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashion, Fifth Avenue South, Naples.

PAGE 66 Navy watercolor sunflower Mikado dress ($2,490), suede Tatum sandal ($1,350), Oscar de la Renta, Bal Harbour Shops; Julie resin and crystal earrings ($249), Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashions, Fifth Avenue South, Naples.

PAGE 67 Black backless dress with bow ($2,410), Prada, Bal Harbour Shops; portrait cameo and raven feather earrings ($475), Alexis Bittar, Bloomingdale’s, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens.

PAGES 68-69 Short-sleeve graphic lace dress (price upon request), knotted wool tweed coat ($4,550), Louis Vuitton, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, Town Center, Boca Raton; raven cameo earrings ($395), Alexis Bittar, Bloomingdale’s, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens.

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Seen Yellow and White VIP Tailgate Party awards ceremony Randi Button, Brian Bizub, Tony Sgarlata, William Sparks

gay polo week Who: Gay Polo League What: Sixth Annual International Gay Polo Week Where: International Polo Club Palm Beach, Wellington, and The Colony, Palm Beach

Charlie Muldoon, Joey Casey, Caroline Anier, Chip McKenney

Joe Wagner, Tricia Quick, Jean-Marc herrouin

Ron Neal, Mason Phelps, Kalin Payne

Tore Heubel, Ray Halpin, Ed Creddle, Justin Brown, Christopher Finezeo Chris and Tom Vuk wed at the “Chapel of Love”

Michael Kohl, Marc Ulanowski, Joseph McDavitt

Gert’s Cut and Curl Salon Tailgate John Wash

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Colleen and Michael Bracci

Bud and Stephanie Kline, Krista and Steve Nicklaus Rona and Bob Goldberg

bash gala Who: The Benjamin School What: BASH (Building a Scholastic Heritage) Gala 2015 Where: The Mar-a-Lago Club, Palm Beach

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Former U.S. Ambassador Al Hoffman and Dawn Hoffman

Ahmad Rashad, Cindee Lundeen

Jack and Barbara Nicklaus, Nan O’Leary, Jane Letsche Euclid and Francine Walker

Vince Marotta, Tina Hutchings

Ray and Tarry Graziotto

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George Raioli, Lisa Nuss

Patti Bouchard, Jules Sacks

Jenny Becker, Lisa Becker

Brian and Andrea Hass

Night of Beauty Who: Hass Plastic Surgery & MediSpa What: eighth Annual “Night of Beauty” in Celebration of Hass Plastic Surgery & MediSpa’s Twentieth Anniversary Where: Harbour Financial Center, Palm Beach Gardens

Bonnie and Geoffrey Marshak

Louise Wallach, Lana Arnold, Glenn Garcia, Linda Marchese

LILA PHOTO

Avril and Bob Rubin

Keith Gibbs, Sherry Shropshire

John and Betty Stevens

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Beth Kigel, Danny Martel, Rachel Docekal

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Seen Cameron Harris, Justin Tise, Dudley Moore, Tony Dowell

Michael Carbone, Gary Harris, Jim Myers, Serge Hogg

golf classic Who: Hanley Center Foundation What: Sixteenth Annual Golf Classic Where: Old Marsh Golf Club, Palm Beach Gardens

Linda Hanley, Amy and Ascher Rothermel, Mike Hanley Rick Reikenis, Bud Heithaus, Paul Mammolito, Bill Bee

Suzanne Holmes, Gary Harris, Maria Marino, Ryan Bridger

James Goldenberg, Cyrus Massoumi, Lara Goodwin

Patricia Corbett, Ivy Faske, Jose Arrascue

Michael Gervasi, Tara Auclair Ryan, Ronald Wiewora

Robert Tome, Paul Niloff, Jack Zeltzer

Amy Pepper, Margaret Rietman, John Vara

Jim Fairman

heroes in medicine Who: Palm Beach County Medical Society What: Twelfth Annual Heroes in Medicine Awards Where: Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach

Brent Schillinger, James Howell, Ronald Zelnick

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out & About 1. Who: Vianna BRASIL What: End of Season Volunteer and Customer Appreciation Cocktail reception to benefit Unicorn Children’s Foundation Where: Vianna BRASIl, boca raton 2. who: Jordan Porco Foundation What: Tastes of Tulio Where: Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort, deerfield beach 3. who: Rapoport’s Restaurant Group What: private dinner party for donors of the 2015 Boca Raton Heart & Stroke Ball Where: Rapoport’s Restaurant Group, boca raton

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Milli Hershman, Emmelle Segal, Joanne Gabay

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Jonathan Harris, Ann Marie Crisafulle

Ernie and Marisa Porco, Gudrun and Bob Cuillo Annette and Don Niederpruem

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{Last LOOK}

Barbara Nicklaus Barbara Nicklaus is the proud champion to thousands of children—including her own five kids and 22 grandchildren. Along with her husband, golf legend Jack Nicklaus, the North Palm Beach couple has raised millions of dollars for youth charities and, in 2004, co-founded the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation to bring aid and resources to children and their families struggling with debilitating diseases. In June, Barbara joined the ranks of golf greats—including her husband—and enthusiasts who demonstrate personal character and unparalleled respect for the game when she received the 2015 Bob Jones Award, the United States Golf Association’s highest honor.

The Bear’s Club

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Edgar Estrada, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital

BIG SPLURGE White-chocolate mocha from Starbucks GUILTY PLEASURE Jack’s new ice cream. It’s only available in pints, so you don’t feel like you are indulging too much.

DATE NIGHT Dinner and a movie with Jack BEST BITE Chicken parmesan at Limoncello Italian Grill in North Palm Beach GREAT ESCAPE Fly-fishing in the Bahamas FAVORITE FORES Augusta National, Muirfield Village Golf Club, Pebble Beach, St. Andrews, and The Bear’s Club.

GO-TO HOSTESS GIFT The Incanto White Heart Dish by Vietro from The Back Porch. This small boutique is just around the corner from our home and always has unique gifts.

JUST SCREENED McFarland USA FAVORITE READ The Total Woman by Marabel Morgan FAMILY Limoncello Italian Grill SECRET We have a motto: Don’t tell Jack anything you don’t want the world to know. He loves to share.

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Wells Fargo is proud to recognize the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium for enriching our community.

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