Palm Beach Illustrated October 2023

A PALM BEACH TREASURE

MEHMET AND LISA OZ’S MIZNER MASTERPIECE

HOUSE PROUD

DESIGNERS UNVEIL THEIR FAVORITE ROOMS

A GARDEN AFFAIR

FALL STYLE IS IN BLOOM

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GOLDEN BRIDGE ROUND

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS NECKLACE

18k yellow gold carved coral bead necklace accompanied with jade and diamonds circa the 1960’s

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS ROSE DE NOEL SET

Since the 1970’s Van Cleef & Arpels has celebrated the Christmas Rose by preserving the look in an array of hand-carved gemstone petals. This particular suite, which includes a brooch and on-the-ear clips features an elegant gold sunburst center with diamonds, surrounded by delicate petals made from coral.

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FEATURES

72 HISTORY REPEATS

Mehmet and Lisa Oz usher a Mizner gem into the twentyfirst century

By Liza Grant Smith

80 HIGHLIGHT REEL

Eight local interior designers share some of their personal favorite projects

By Marlowe Dunn Flom

88 SECRET GARDEN

This season, reap a harvest of fall florals and luxe accessories

Photography by Joriann MayeKeegan

98 ASTRAL BEAUTY

R&R meets DIY with these easy recipes for self-care products

By Jules Aron

The Oz family has lovingly restored Louwana, a historic Addison Mizner–designed home on Palm Beach.

CONTENTS

DEPARTMENTS

20 FROM THE EDITOR

22 RSVP

Soirees from the social season

NEW&NOW

29 SPOTLIGHT

Ebotan Interiors’ Josiane Raphael

30 BUSINESS

Three prestigious grand openings

32 PROFILE

Nina Shirley on modern farmsteading

34 Q&A

An inspiring chat with First, Female’s Gaby Viteri

36 GUIDE

Explore West Palm Beach’s Antique Row

38 HEROES

A local pastor mentors student athletes

40 LIVING WITH IVEY

How to temper your sugar cravings

42 LITERATI

Four books that showcase prime Palm Beach County architecture and design

STYLE

47 THE LOOK

Designer tableware, plus the return of winter whites

50 THE EDIT

Our favorite objets d’art and petite home pieces

52 BIJOUX

Radiant rose quartz baubles

54 BEAUTY

Milk-infused formulations that soothe

JOURNEYS

57 WANDERLUST

Follow the “sport of kings” to three tournaments on the high-goal polo circuit

60 TRAVEL JOURNAL

Holly Holden’s insider take on Farmington

62 72 HOURS

A Lovango Resort & Beach Club retreat

64 FLORIDIANA

Experience Kissimmee’s luxe Ette Hotel

66 HIGH ROAD

The new Genesis G90 flagship sedan

68 HIGH SEAS

Fairline Yachts’ Phantom 65 Sportbridge

SAVOR

113 HIDDEN GEM

Yakitori Sushi House offers compelling standbys and delicious surprises

114 LOCAL BITES

Artisan Halloween treats, food-and-drink pairings from Naked Taco, and more

120 SIP WITH PBI

A bourbon-based cocktail that puts a Floridian spin on fall flavors

HOME

123 DESIGN

A Highland Beach kitchen with organic vibes marries modern with rustic

124 INSPIRED LIVING

Create a wow-worthy outdoor shower

126 ELEMENTS

Marble marvels for decor accents

128 HERITAGE

Palm Beach’s trio of residential islets

BALANCE

147 PEDAL POWER

The Witches of Delray Charity Bike Ride

148 HEALTH & FITNESS

Bespoke Aesthetics, breast cancer prevention, Yoga Nidra, VEMI beds, and more

154 TRENDING

Beauty tools for your skin care arsenal

156 GOOD NATURE

Tips for how to feel rooted this fall

CULTURE

159 TOP BILLING

Stomp arrives at the Kravis Center

160 CALENDAR

What to see and do this month

SOCIAL STUDIES

174 PALM BEACH MAGAZINE

Hot parties, beautiful people

LAST WORD

176 REAL TALK WITH...

JJ Martin, founder of La Double J

ON THE COVER:

PHOTOGRAPHER: NICK MELE MODELS: MEHMET AND LISA OZ LOCATION: LOUWANA, PALM BEACH

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Emerging Designers Personal Style

Editor in Chief Daphne Nikolopoulos

Creative Director

Olga M. Gustine

Executive Editor

Mary Murray

Managing Editor Allison Wolfe Reckson

Fashion Editor Katherine Lande

Automotive Editor Howard Walker

Travel Editor Paul Rubio

Lifestyle Editor Liza Grant Smith

Libations Editor Jules Aron

Web Editor Abigail Duffy

Editorial Intern Marlowe Dunn Flom

DESIGN

Senior Art Director

Ashley Meyer

Art Directors

Airielle Farley, Jenny Fernandez-Prieto Digital Imaging Specialist Leonor Alvarez-Maza

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Jane E. Enos, Kristen Desmond LeFevre, Gaylene Salomons

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Judy Alexandra DiEdwardo, Tammy Fender, Sam Kerrigan, Ivey Leidy, Marie Penny, Skye Sherman, Karina Wensjoe

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Kent Anderson, Joriann Maye-Keegan, Nick Mele, Gyorgy Papp, Nickolas Sargent

SOCIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS

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

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Advertising Services Coordinator

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Marketing Manager

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PRODUCTION

Production Director Selene M. Ceballo

Production Manager Lourdes Linares

Digital Pre-Press Specialist George Davis

Advertising Design Coordinators Anaely J. Perez Vargas, Jeffrey Rey

Production Coordinator Ileana Caban

Digital Marketing Manager Tyler Sansone

OPERATIONS

Chief Operating Officer Todd Schmidt Office Manager Tanya Gomez

Accounts Receivable Specialist Ana Coronel

Distribution Manager Judy Heflin

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EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK

TO THE MOON

Uber-talented creator Jules Aron has concocted a stellar array of spa-at-home goodies that will level up your bathing ritual. You need an astrological bath bomb in your life. Page 98.

EYE ON DESIGN

A few months ago, we had an out-of-town guest who, when asked what he’d like to do while in Palm Beach, insisted on seeing the Mizners. It is, he said, “the DNA of Palm Beach,” and it’s so true. Being steeped in Addison Mizner’s architectural legacy every day, we sometimes forget how lucky we are to have so many of these treasures—50 in Palm Beach alone, according to our sources—in our midst.

Our Home & Design issue was the right time to cast a spotlight on one of the great Mizner houses. Louwana—so named for its former owner, Marie Louise Wanamaker Munn—was a bit of a time capsule when Lisa and Mehmet Oz bought it in 2015. The architecture was almost entirely original, down to the open-air Venetian staircase that led to the bedrooms. The Ozes restored every space with integrity and reverence for history, modernizing while preserving the essence of the architect’s vision. With the help of restoration architect Tom Kirchhoff and the design mastery of Mimi McMakin and her Kemble Interiors team, Louwana shined once again. Turn to “History Repeats” on page 72 to tour this most magnificent of Palm Beach houses.

Great design extends to contemporary times too, and Palm Beach County is full of modern treasures to behold. To demonstrate this, we tapped into the creative minds of leading local designers, asking each of them to share a favorite recent project and tell us what makes it great. Their inspirations and resultant designs were as varied as fingerprints, which is part of the fun. Ready for the eye candy? Flip to “Highlight Reel” on page 80.

Our homage to home is stamped throughout the issue, so I invite you to dive into pages like “Literati” (page 42), where we highlight our favorite design books; “Heritage” (page 128), where you’ll learn all about Palm Beach’s residential islets; and “New & Now” (starting on page 29), where we explore African-inspired home goods, modern homesteading, and the newest finds at West Palm Beach’s Antique Row. I was inspired by much of what our editors discovered, and I know you will be, too.

Wishing you a beautiful October and season ahead!

FIERCE AND FEMALE

Gaby Viteri is a woman on a mission. Learn about her First, Female initiative to connect and uplift women in the arts. Page 34.

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ENDLESS SUMMER

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WHAT: Cocktail party and exhibition preview WHERE: Sage & Madison, Sag Harbor HIGHLIGHTS: Guests previewed “Endless Summer: Palm Beach Resort Wear,” opening in West Palm Beach in November.

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CORI LEE SEABERG, SARAH WETENHALL

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TROPICAL KICKOFF

WHO: Salvation Army Palm Beach board members and supporters

WHAT: Christmas in Paradise Tropical Evening Kickoff WHERE: Trader Vic’s Tiki Hut, Quogue HIGHLIGHTS: Guests donned tropical-chic attire and toasted to the Christmas in Paradise fundraiser that will be held in Palm Beach this December.

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NEW&NOW

THE INSIDE TRACK TO EVERYTHING PALM BEACH

CULTURE OF ELEGANCE F

rench sophistication meets African soul in the designs of recent Boca Raton transplant Josiane Raphael, founder of Ebotan Interiors . “Ebotan” translates to “blessings” in Bulu, her native language—and with nearly 30 years of experience behind her, the Cameroonborn, Parisian-trained designer counts many. Her portfolio spans milliondollar residential projects, palaces in Africa and France, and African embassies in Washington, D.C.

“I was exposed to different European cultures early on through the influence and guidance of my parents,” says Raphael, whose father was a journalist and mother owns a school in Cameroon. She drew her first project at age 3 (all over her mother’s white linen bedding) and to this day, her process begins with a vision accompanied by a mood or memory.

Raphael’s latest creation is a line of leather goods inspired by the memory of her aunts and grandmother wearing traditional wax print fabric clothing. “It has been a labor of love to re-create those memories of home and tradition, first in drawings, then translating those into modern designs with bold patterns and rich colors,” she says. But the result is a multifunctional line with endless color-customization options that she hopes will serve as the finishing touch in any home around the world.

(ebotan.com) —Skye Sherman

GRAND Openings

FROM JEWELS TO HOME DECOR AND A PRIVATE CLUB, THESE DEBUTS ARE THE TALK OF THE TOWN

BY SKYE SHERMAN

BEJEWELED MOVE

After more than 20 years at 221 Worth Avenue, Graff has closed its doors—only to reopen them at 230 Worth Avenue, a move Graff USA’s president and CEO Marc Hruschka calls “a happy necessity.”

The expanded boutique will further cement the family-owned House of Graff’s status among the foremost curators of the world’s most celebrated diamonds, including the 302.37-carat Graff Lesedi La Rona, the fourth-largest diamond ever found. Based in the United Kingdom, the company was established in 1960 and still designs and manufactures its stones in a London atelier, while also operating more than 60 stores around the world. Pop by the newly minted Palm Beach outpost for a glimpse of rare jewels and the high jeweler’s craftsmanship. (graff.com)

Haute Haven

Wallpaper queen Chelsea Viau of Chelsea Lane & Company and home decor maven Korinne Belock of Palm Beach Regency have joined forces under one roof in the burgeoning SoSo Design District. Their new showroom at 5710 South Dixie Highway houses 1,200 square feet of Belock’s best vintage furniture finds and home accessories, plus Viau’s massive collection of papers and textiles, which comprise the largest wallpaper library in Palm Beach County. At Palm Beach Regency, customers can conceptualize their projects at the Design Bar and view a full inventory of more than 1,500 pieces on a jumbo screen. Not in the middle of a reno? Shop coffee-table books, custom candles, and other gifts. (chelsealaneco.com, palmbeachregency.com)

“If you know, you know” is the M.O. of The Cove Club, a new membersonly waterfront club at Icon Marina Village luxury apartments in West Palm Beach. Opening this fall, the club will bring beach-club vibes to the Intracoastal Waterway, with daytime and nightlife programming and an enticing menu of cocktails to sip poolside or on the “beach.” Want in? You’ll have to know someone who knows someone; the club is not currently accepting new members. (coveclubwestpalm.com)

Chelsea Viau and Korinne Belock (above) have opened a new showroom in the SoSo Design District.

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PROFILE

HOME ON THE RANGE

homesteading lifestyle flourish so quickly. “Finding our land here felt like a God thing to us,” Nina recalls. “Friends of ours happened to own it before us, so it felt like we were taking on an extra-special property.”

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rom making it big to homesteading in a small town, the Shirleys have done it all. After marrying in 2015, Brendon and Nina Shirley lived on a bus for four years as Brendon toured with Tenth Avenue North, a major Christian band formed in 2000 while its founding members attended Palm Beach Atlantic University (and, yes, named for the east-west road in Lake Worth).

When it came time to start a family, the Shirleys returned to Nina’s hometown of Jupiter. They’d previously dabbled in gardening, raised laying hens on their urban lot in Nashville, and dreamed of tending more land, but they never expected to start a farm and watch their

They renovated the house, secured baby chickens (plus a Great Pyrenees named Olive to protect the flock), built a massive garden, welcomed a baby girl named River, and documented it all on Instagram. “Settling into that new season of life was chaotic at times—the dog running away because of fireworks, alligators in the pond, hurricane season, and chickens flying the coop, all while becoming a new mama—but I felt so thankful to experience it all,” Nina says.

If it sounds like a down-home fairy tale, The Design Network thought so too. The Shirleys shared their farm-building journey in a six-episode TV series called Farm to Table. “One of our best friends, Ry Cox, is a filmmaker and came to live in our house for a month in the fall of 2020,” Nina shares. “He captured our everyday life doing chores, cooking homegrown food, raising our newborn baby, venturing out into our local community, and everything in between.” Last year, they filmed another Design Network series focused on gardening tips and tricks, titled Nina’s Garden

The more the Shirleys shared, the more they connected with others eager to dig into home gardening and homesteading. Through her business, The Dirt Academy, Nina teaches an online course about the basics of designing, building, and tending a garden in your own backyard. She also designs and builds custom garden living spaces for her clients.

“My mission is to help as many people as possible start growing their own food at home,” she says. “Tending gardens and animals is hard work, but we also feel so much peace at the end of a long day.”

(thedirtacademy.com) «

Nina Shirley (above) has parlayed her expertise in gardening and homesteading into The Dirt Academy and two TV series alongside her husband, Brendon, and daughter, River (far left).

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JUPITER RESIDENT NINA SHIRLEY HAS EMBRACED A MODERN HOMESTEADING LIFESTYLE AND INVITES OTHERS TO DO THE SAME

POWER UP

AS CONNECTOR AND PROGRAMMER, GABY VITERI SEEKS TO UPLIFT WOMEN ARTISTS WITH FIRST, FEMALE

BY MARY MURRAY

Gaby Viteri is on a mission to celebrate local women in the arts. In 2022, she hosted an all-female art show and called it “First, Female.” That idea has snowballed into a community of West Palm Beach–area artists striving to elevate representation and build connections. Viteri and the board members of First, Female plan to accomplish just that through gallery exhibitions, studio visits, special events, and more. This month, Viteri is mounting a show entitled “Pink Waves” at the West Palm Beach studio of her co-curator, Sarah LaPierre. A portion of proceeds from art sales and related programing (including a wellness panel, workshops, and a makers market) will benefit the Promise Fund of Florida, which helps women overcome financial and cultural barriers to access breast and cervical health care. PBI caught up with Viteri to discuss the exhibit and more. (instagram.com/firstfemalepb)

PBI: What does elevated female representation in the arts mean to you?

Viteri: I am very inspired by the Guerrilla Girls. Their art is about statistics of female versus male. What’s in museums? Who are the collectors? What are we paying for? I’ve been very fortunate to see them speak twice, and that led me to ask these questions. Representation at this point means female, because the statistics are so pathetic of how many women are represented in the art world in general and how much people pay for women artists compared to male. The disparity is crazy. We’re here, we’re

local, we’re working. There’s beauty in numbers, [and] there are so many of us here in Palm Beach County. There are some important artists here, and they get overlooked. When we’re all together showing something like “Pink Waves,” it’s hard to overlook.

What does pink represent to you?

The pink concept came 100 percent from my co-curator, Sarah LaPierre of Thick Paint. To me, it represents femininity, girl power. Especially right now, we’re having a Barbie moment. For us, it was tied into women’s wellness with it being Breast Cancer Awareness Month. And it is really just a fun color that I see a lot of the artists themselves leaning into. [Pink] doesn’t have to mean anything except for what we want

it to mean. I think that, again, it’s the power of numbers. I wanted to see how 22 women would interpret this color that has been such an integral part of being brought up as a female. Do you feel like there’s a West Palm Beach aesthetic?

There certainly is. It’s a very Florida aesthetic. It’s very different than the Palm Beach aesthetic, which everyone thinks about when they think about the area. That’s another thing that I’m very passionate about—to be able to distinguish one from the other. West Palm Beach has been having this creative movement for a long time and people have taken notice. The aesthetic is fun, colorful, and very Florida. What advice would you give young women looking to break into a creative field?

Just do it. Push. Find a community, find a mentor, find someone who’s doing what you’re doing and just see how they do it. Ask questions, because more than likely they’re going to be very happy to answer. That’s the whole point; find a mirror to see what other people are doing so that you know that you can also do it.

First, Female board members (from left): Jordan Baum, Lani Goodrich, Gaby Viteri (also above), Sarah LaPierre, Megan James, and Jules Aron

JORDAN BAUM

WHERE OLD Meets New

DISCOVER TIMELESS DECOR AND MORE AT THESE BUSINESSES

ALONG ANTIQUE ROW IN WEST PALM BEACH

BY KARINA WENSJOE

THE ELEPHANT’S FOOT ANTIQUES

ESTABLISHED IN 1963, THE ELEPHANT’S FOOT HAS EARNED A REPUTATION FOR ITS ROBUST COLLECTION OF ASIAN, ENGLISH, AND FRENCH ANTIQUE FURNITURE, IN ADDITION TO CONSIGNMENT PIECES FROM PALM BEACH ESTATES. THE 6,500-SQUARE-FOOT SHOWROOM BOASTS EVERYTHING FROM NINETEENTH-CENTURY DINING TABLES TO LACQUER CABINETS WITH ASIAN-STYLE JAPANNING, AS WELL AS SMALL-SCALE HOME ITEMS LIKE INKWELLS AND CHECKERBOARDS. (THEELEPHANTSFOOT ANTIQUES.COM)

RHYTHM CAFÉ

Cuban-born Jamnea Finlayson opened JF Gallery in 2003 and today showcases contemporary artwork by the likes of Christina Major and Cecil Touchon. Finlayson describes her inventory as mostly abstract, with a smattering of minimalist line work and loose, street art–inspired expressionist pieces. JF Gallery also offers installation, in-home art consulting, and custom framing services. (jfgallery.com)

BELLE & MAXWELL’S

THE ULTIMATE MID-SHOP STOP, THIS CHARMING BISTRO IS OPEN FOR LUNCH AND DINNER TUESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY AND LUNCH ON MONDAY. INDULGE IN FLATBREADS, GOURMET SALADS, PASTA, AND SEAFOOD—AND SAVE ROOM FOR A SWEET PICK-ME-UP IN THE FORM OF HOUSE-MADE CAKES, PIES, AND COOKIES. BELLE & MAXWELL’S ALSO HOSTS SPECIAL EVENTS, INCLUDING LIVE MUSIC AND WINE TASTINGS WITH AN EXPERIENCED SOMMELIER. (BELLEANDMAXWELLS.COM)

NESTLED NEXT DOOR TO THE ELEPHANT’S FOOT, RHYTHM CAFÉ IS A 35-YEAR-STRONG INSTITUTION, SERVING “AMERICAN CUISINE WITH A TWIST” AMID RETRO ENVIRONS. NIGHTLY DINNER SPECIALS ROUND OUT A MENU DOTTED WITH SUCH FUN FARE AS “CHEESE ON FIRE” AND “COOKIE AND A SCOOP.” (RHYTHMCAFE.COM)

SOPHISTICATION MEETS CHIC, EASY LIVING AT MECOX GARDENS, WHICH CARRIES VINTAGE AND CONTEMPORARY FURNISHINGS SURE TO ADD COASTAL FLAIR TO ANY SPACE. THINK: BAMBOO BOOKCASES, A CARVED-WOOD SYRIAN PEDESTAL, AND A GESSO WHITE PALM LEAF CHANDELIER. MECOX RECENTLY OPENED A NEW OUTPOST AT 3171 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAY, BUT IT WILL KEEP ITS STORE AT 3900 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAY THROUGH APRIL. (MECOX.COM)

In operation since 1989, James & Jeffrey Antiques sells Continental furniture, lighting, and accessories at two locations (a pavilion and a showroom) on South Dixie Highway and operates an estate sale center on Georgia Avenue. The curated selection exudes an aristocratic spirit, as evidenced in such pieces as Louis XV benches and Napoleon III girandoles. Choose from a range of bronze and crystal sconces and Italian mirrors and transform your home into a dream palais. (jamesandjeffrey.com)

JAMES & JEFFREY

MECOX

Brigitte Bardot, Christina Major

HEROES

LEADING WITH GRACE

HOW ONE LOCAL PASTOR IS HELPING STUDENT ATHLETES BUILD CHARACTER AND PREPARE FOR BRIGHT FUTURES

BY SAM KERRIGAN

Guided by his faith and love for his community, Pastor Scott Arnold is on a mission to help student athletes become the best versions of themselves, both on and off the field. “Kids are so valuable, and they need to be instilled with certain principles because they’re our future,” Arnold says.

Arnold served as a youth minister in Palm Beach County for many years, but he hit a transitional point in life in 2008. “I went to the pier in Juno Beach and journaled and spent time with God in my own way,” he recalls. “I feel like he directly gave me Team Sports Ministries.”

He started Team Sports Ministries (TSM) alongside his late wife, Nicole. The nonprofit centers around a characterdevelopment program that teaches local teens the importance of respect, teamwork, honesty, empathy, resilience, and excellence. TSM works directly with student athletes at William T. Dwyer, Cardinal Newman, Palm Beach Gardens, and Jupiter high schools, with the mission to better equip them to tackle whatever comes their way, Arnold explains. “No matter what happens, they have the type of character to keep them going, to keep moving forward.”

For Jupiter High senior Luke Douglas, his meetings with “Pastor Scott” are really making a difference. “Depending on what he talks about, I feel fuller and more focused on

what I need to work on and things our team has to work on together to get stronger,” says Douglas, who is quarterback of the football team; his younger brother, Preston, is one of his teammates. Arnold is “really there for everybody,” Douglas adds. “He doesn’t narrow in on one or two people. He’s there to help all of us and to lead with God’s plan.”

Arnold has three daughters of his own, but he views the students he mentors as part of his family. His goal is to make sure all his kids feel supported. “It’s important for me to let these guys know that I’m there for them and that God loves them and cares for them,” he says. “That’s what we’re all about; that’s the DNA of Team Sports Ministries.”

The organization also has a scholarship fund named in honor of Arnold’s wife, who passed away unexpectedly in 2018. Money raised throughout the year is awarded to one deserving senior from each participating school at TSM’s annual “Men of Character” banquet.

Arnold says keeping his wife’s memory alive, while also ensuring these athletes have the resources they need for a bright future, gives him real purpose in life. “I believe if we all work together as a team … everyone achieves more. Wherever they go, I would like to see these boys try to make our world better. You can’t change the world, but you can change the world around you.” (teamsportsministries.org) «

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KIDS ARE SO VALUABLE, AND THEY NEED TO BE INSTILLED WITH CERTAIN PRINCIPLES BECAUSE THEY’RE OUR FUTURE.”

Pastor Scott Arnold, founder of Team Sports Ministries, mentors high school athletes. He is pictured above with Preston (left) and Luke Douglas (right). V WATCH SAM’S “HOMETOWN HEROES” SEGMENT MONDAY MORNINGS ON CBS12

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LIVING

QUIT IT

BY IVEY LEIDY PHOTOGRAPHY BY KENT ANDERSON

Whether caused by sleep deprivation, a hangover, stress, or hormones, we all crave sugar from time to time. But we do ourselves a disservice when we give in and reach for the ice cream or candy bar. Although that initial bite satisfies, it sets off the blood sugar spike-andcrash cycle, leading to side effects

such as fatigue, irritability, and more sugar cravings.

In some cases, there may be more fueling those cravings. Gut dysbiosis (an imbalance between good and bad bacteria) or an overgrowth of yeast can contribute to them, as well. Pre- and probiotic foods or a probiotic supplement can help balance your microbiome. Sugar cravings may also indicate certain nutrient deficiencies, more specifically zinc and magnesium, so incorporating zinc- and magnesium-rich foods into your diet can be beneficial, too.

If you find yourself a slave to your sugar habit, there are certain tips and tricks you can employ, like tongue scraping. When you eat, food particles are left behind on your

taste buds and commingle with the natural bacteria in your mouth to create a coating on your tongue. Whether they be from salty snacks or sugary sweets, those particles send signals to your brain that you want more of that food. A tongue scraper can remove this coating and the cravings that come with it.

One’s diet also plays a key role in sugar cravings. Fiber, for instance, slows down the absorption of sugar, reducing further cravings and keeping you satiated. Next time you reach for something sweet, choose fiber-rich berries instead. Naturally sweet foods, such as berries, sweet potatoes, and dark chocolate (at least 70 percent cacao), are all good alternatives since they won’t lead to the spike.

Furthermore, if you’re jonesing for something sweet and sugary, it’s usually your body telling you that you need energy, i.e. carbohydrates. Be mindful of those cues and try snacking on crispy chickpeas, whole grains like oats, or fruits and veggies to keep cravings at bay. We can even confuse thirst for hunger; next time you feel a pang or craving, chug a glass of water and re-evaluate.

Finally, be sure to incorporate healthy fats into your diet, as they will help to keep you satiated and prevent blood sugar spikes. And remember to read your labels, as a vast majority of packaged processed foods have added sugars.

PREBIOTIC FOODS

Asparagus

Bananas

Barley

Cacao

Chickpeas

Flaxseed

Garlic

Jerusalem artichokes (sunchokes)

Jicama

Lentils

Oats

Onions

Quinoa

Seaweed

PROBIOTIC FOODS

Apple cider vinegar

Kefir

Kimchi

Miso

Olives

Pickles

Sauerkraut

Yogurt

HOW

TO KICK YOUR SUGAR CRAVINGS TO THE CURB

One’s diet also plays a key role in CRAVING CURBERS

ZINC-RICH FOODS

Black beans

Cashews

Chickpeas

Crab

Hempseed

Lentils

Oats

Oysters

Pumpkin seeds

Sesame seeds

Shrimp

MAGNESIUMRICH FOODS

Avocado

NUTTER BUTTER SMOOTHIE

INGREDIENTS

1-2 frozen bananas

1 cup unsweetened almond milk

1 tbsp. almond butter

1/2 tsp. cinnamon

1 tbsp. chia seeds

1 tsp. cacao nibs and dash of cinnamon to garnish

Add all ingredients (except garnishes) to a highspeed blender and blend until creamy. Garnish with cacao nibs and cinnamon.

SWEET POTATO AND CHICKPEA SA D with TURMERIC CIDER VINAIGRETTE

INGREDIENTS

1 sweet potato

2 tbsp. olive oil, divided

1 can chickpeas

1/4 tsp. garlic salt

3 cups arugula

1 avocado, sliced

Salt and pepper to taste

TURMERIC CIDER VINAIGRETTE INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp. turmeric juice

1 tbsp. lemon juice

1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar

2 tbsp. Dijon mustard

1/3 cup olive oil

Bananas

Bananas

Cacao

Chia seeds

Chickpeas

Dark leafy greens

Fatty fish

Seaweed

HERBS TO CURB

Cacao

Cinnamon

Turmeric

To make the vinaigrette, whisk together all ingredients except olive oil in a small bowl. Slowly and gradually add in oil while whisking to emulsify. Set aside. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Peel and cube the sweet potato and toss in a bowl with 1 tbsp. olive oil. Spread the sweet potato cubes onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes. Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Place them between two paper towels and roll to dry thoroughly. Add remaining 1 tbsp. of olive oil to a cast-iron pan. Add chickpeas and cook for 15 minutes at medium-high heat, tossing frequently, until brown and crispy. Sprinkle with garlic salt. Arrange arugula on a large platter and top with roasted sweet potato cubes, crispy chickpeas, and sliced avocado. Season with salt and pepper to taste and drizzle with turmeric cider vinaigrette.

Welcome HOME

THESE BOOKS SHOWCASE PALM BEACH COUNTY’S ARCHITECTURAL MARVELS AND DESIGN DARLINGS

BY MARLOWE DUNN FLOM

DYNAMIC DUO

As one of Palm Beach’s “big five” architects, John Volk was instrumental in creating the posh paradise we know and love. His wife, Jane, was equally influential in preserving the town’s historic allure. In Palm Beach Style: The Architecture and Advocacy of John and Jane Volk (Rizzoli, $65), a new release from the Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach, historian Jane S. Day illuminates the impact this monumental pair had on the island, from The Royal Poinciana Plaza to the renovation of the Everglades Club.

DIVINE DECO

The Palm Beaches have a rich array of architecture, including prime examples of Art Deco. Sharon Koskoff presents a comprehensive view of the style and its local characteristics in Art Deco of the Palm Beaches (Arcadia Publishing, $22). While originally published in 2007, the book remains a valuable guide to the Art Deco wonders that dot the downtown districts of West Palm Beach, Delray Beach, and Lake Worth Beach.

IT TAKES TWO

Palm Beach native Jennifer Ash Rudick guides readers through an opulent and lush world in The Palm Beach Collection (Abrams Books, $150), slated for release October 17. Across two tomes, Palm Beach Living and Palm Beach Chic, Rudick shares 50 exceptional homes by established and emerging architects, as captured by photographers Nick Mele and Jessica Klewicki Glynn.

MORE TO MIZNER

Throughout Palm Beach County, Addison Mizner and his Mediterranean architecture endure. Author Caroline Seebohm explores Mizner’s extraordinary life and work in Boca Rococo: How Addison Mizner Invented Florida’s Gold Coast (Pineapple Press, $25). Through neverbefore-seen blueprints, autobiographical works, and more, Seebohm dives into Mizner’s inspirations and how he forged his legacy.

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STYLE

CURATED FINDS, LUXE ACCESSORIES, AND RUNWAY REPORTS

TROPICAL PUNCH

INFUSE YOUR TABLE WITH AN ISLAND ESSENCE USING PIECES FROM DESIGNER HOME COLLECTIONS

BY KATHERINE LANDE

1. Basketweave vases ($198 for set of two), Tory Burch, toryburch.com | 2. Cara Cara x House of Harris napkins ($125 for set of four), Cara Cara, caracaranyc.com | 3. Saimiri dessert plate in magenta ($190 for set of two), Johanna Ortiz Home, johannaortiz.com | 4. Gold-plated bamboo silverware ($665 for set of five), Giambattista Valli Home, modaoperandi.com | 5. Domina wine glasses in shade blue to green ($200 for set of two), Luisa Beccaria, luisabeccaria.it | 6. Antibes handwoven wicker serving bowl ($69), Monique Lhuillier x Pottery Barn, potterybarn.com | 7. Passifolia large round platter ($2,090), Hermès, hermes.com

THE LOOK

WINTER WHITE

TRANSITION YOUR SUMMER WHITES WITH THESE FALL ESSENTIALS

BY KATHERINE LANDE

BREAK THE CHAIN

Shiny white quilted handbag with metal chain ($7,100), Chanel, Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, chanel.com

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GOLD MINE

The Harper vanilla custom quilted handbag ($2,600), Tyler Ellis, tylerellis.com

CAFFEINE FIX

Latte soft leather boots ($1,595), Jimmy Choo, Palm Beach Gardens,

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ROCK SOLID Taupe agate cuff bracelet ($450), Michael Kors Collection, michael kors.com

SOFT TOUCH: Try shearling accessories in warm-weather climates.

STITCH FIX: Quilting adds interesting texture to monotone add-ons.

STEP UP:

This fall, opt for a stark white boot; both high and low work.

MICHAEL KORS

COLLECTION FALL 2023

Natural-tone accessories instantly give an all-white look a cool-weather vibe.

COZY COUTURE

White shearling Nano Fendigraphy charm handbag

Fendi,

SADDLE UP

bag in white shearling ($4,890), Gucci, multiple locations,

BATTLE READY

Double T combat boots ($428), Tory

multiple locatoryburch.com

SLIDE RIGHT IN Arizona big-buckle shearling sandals ($180), Birkenstock, birkenstock.com

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TIMELESS TREASURE

Shell dish ($500), Herend, herendusa.com

Growing up, I greatly admired my grandmother’s array of Herend service sets. Displaying decorative items in my own home, such as Herend’s large shell dish in the signature multicolor Rothschild Bird motif, reminds me of her while projecting both nostalgic and modern vibes.

—Allison Wolfe Reckson, managing editor

EDIT

No Small Part

GOING GREEN

Toucan sculpture ($5,000), Lalique, lalique.com

Every Florida home should include a touch of the tropics—or at least something exotic. Regardless of your ornithological interests, this bird of paradise in Amazon green crystal is a splendid conversation piece, adding pizzazz (and plumage) to any room. —Jane E. Enos, contributing editor

BALANCING ACT

Two-tone bonbonnière ($495), Helle Mardahl, bergdorfgoodman.com

POSH POT

Potted sedum and moss arrangement ($100), Creative Displays, gilt.com

Bring the outdoors in with this can’t-kill-it pop of green that you’ll never need to water.

—Kristen Desmond LeFevre, contributing editor

LET IT BURN

Glass Meso incense holder ($28), Yield, yielddesign.co

Whether perched on a mantle or displayed front and center on a coffee table, this incense burner (inspired by Mesopotamian architecture) will warm up any design motif. Plus, the amber color is perfect for fall.

—Abigail

Duffy,

web editor

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I’m a big believer in form follows function, but this little object gives equal billing to both. Reminiscent of a cairn, the mouth-blown glass sculpture does double duty as a candy vessel. —Daphne Nikolopoulos, editor in chief

SEA STARS

Starfish decorative piece ($500), Tiffany & Co., tiffany.com

The late Italian jewelry designer Elsa Peretti favored organic shapes for her creations. Her 8-inch Venetian glass starfish bedazzled in 24-karat gold leaf will shine brightly from a counter or tabletop.

—Gaylene Salomons, contributing editor

BOO-TIFUL

Ceramic ghost spoon rest ($22), Samantha Booth Art, samanthaboothart.com

Introduce a little fright to an autumnal tablescape with this darling spoon rest from Boca Raton–based artist Samantha Booth. Keep it for yourself or give it to a Halloween-loving friend; Booth sends the item wrapped and ready to gift.

—Mary Murray, executive editor

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BIJOUX

Bed of ROSES

EMBRACE THE HEALING NATURE AND JOYFUL ENERGY OF ROSE QUARTZ

BY MARY MURRAY

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1. TOTALLY BUGGIN’ Mason and Books Love Bug pendant with morganite and rose quartz set in 14-karat gold on a golden Italian leather torque, $4,650 for pendant, $1,150 for torque. Marissa Collections, Palm Beach (marissacollections.com)

2. FIRST BLUSH Clara Chehab necklace with rose quartz, pink tourmaline, and pink sapphires set in 18-karat rose gold, $4,000. (clarachehab.com)

3. STRAWBERRY MOON Patricia Robalino pink halfmoon studs with rose quartz, white topaz, and diamonds set in 18-karat rose gold, price upon request. Patricia Robalino, Palm Beach (patriciarobalino.com)

4. TICKLED PINK Sig Ward Jewelry ring with rose quartz and diamonds set in 14-karat gold, $4,500. Kirna Zabête, Palm Beach (kirnazabete.com)

5. PICK A PETAL Guita M flower earrings with rose quartz and rubies set in 18-karat gold, $5,000. (guitam-jewelry.com)

6. EXTRA TERRESTRIAL Jacquie Aiche earrings with rose quartz teardrops, diamonds, freeform pink agate slices, tourmaline, and bone droplets set in 14-karat rose gold, $6,750. Marissa Collections, Palm Beach (marissacollections.com)

7. OVAL OFFICE Misahara Jansi bracelet with rose quartz and diamonds set in 18-karat rose gold, $12,300. (misahara.com)

8. CATCH OF THE DAY Tejen ring with rose quartz and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $3,100. (tejen-collection.com)

9. LUCKY CHARMS Aaron Basha beaded bracelet set with two bracelets of rose quartz beads and a ceramic heart charm with enamel, 18-karat white gold, and a diamond loop, $1,600. (aaronbasha.com)

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MILK MADE BEAUTY

Keep calm and soothe on with milk-infused formulations that comfort, moisturize, and exfoliate for baby-soft skin: Laboratoires Embryolisse Poudre de Lait Exfoliante (Exfoliating Milk Powder) with three coconut extracts ($30, us.embryolisse. com); Fable Rune Rose Clay & Goat Milk Face Mask ($32) and Goats Milk Soap bars in Pure & Gentle, Sea Palm & Cypress, and Rose & Amaranth ($12 each, fablerune. com); Éminence Organic Skin Care Coconut Age Corrective Moisturizer, a vegan plumping moisturizer with shea butter, grapeseed oil, and green apple stem cell technology ($69), and Coconut Milk Cleanser, a gentle cleanser for dry, irritated, or sunburned skin ($44, eminenceorganics. com); and Butter & Me Skin Milk Sweet Milk Mask & Bath ($20, butterandme. co). —Abigail Duffy

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When you donate to Baptist Health Foundation in support of Bethesda Hospital, a not-for-profit organization, your dollars are responsibly invested in recruiting outstanding doctors and nurses, developing leading facilities, providing cutting-edge technologies and more.

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JOURNEYS

WANDERLUST

GAME OF THRONES

FOLLOW THE “SPORT OF KINGS” TO THESE THREE TOURNAMENTS ON THE HIGH-GOAL POLO CIRCUIT

BY PAUL RUBIO

What began as a war game in Central Asia during 600 B.C., polo grew into an exclusive society sport during the first century, popular among royalty and privileged classes. By the late-nineteenth century, membership-based polo clubs were established across the United Kingdom, the United States, and Argentina to formally organize competitions, subsequently fostering polo associations to preside over the clubs. This

YOUR PASSPORT TO THE MOST FASCINATING CORNERS OF THE GLOBE ENGADIN ST. MORITZ

“sport of kings” has evolved to encompass a high-energy social scene that rivals the action on the field. Here, we spotlight three travelworthy tournaments from the high-goal polo circuit, where new kings are determined annually while new queens of the scene are crowned on the sidelines.

ARGENTINE OPEN POLO CHAMPIONSHIP

The be-all and end-all of global polo events, the Argentine Polo Open Championship in Buenos Aires attracts the sport’s highest-ranked players to compete among 10 teams over an entire month, culminating with a final match that awards the world’s most coveted polo trophy. Celebrating its 130th anniversary in 2023, this highest of high-goal matches (participating teams must have a combined handicap between 28 and 40 goals)

begins October 31 and ends December 2.

The action takes place in the upscale Palermo neighborhood of Buenos Aires at Campo Argentino de Polo, dubbed the “Cathedral of Polo” thanks to its century-long history and the storied matches that have transpired therein. Given the cathedral’s capacity of 30,000 and the fact that the sport is deeply embedded into Argentinian culture, expect a very vocal and lively crowd of nationals plus international polo, social, and political royalty. With the tournament’s timing near the start of the South American summer, spectators tend to dress casually—men in polos and shorts, ladies in designer jeans and blouses or dresses. Come nightfall, however, the polo crowd glams it up at invitationonly pre- and post-game parties, held in Buenos Aires’ most exclusive bars and clubs and at private homes. (aapolo.com)

THE SNOW POLO WORLD CUP ST. MORITZ

Back in 1985, polo circles in St. Moritz threw a curveball by introducing a more challenging winter incarnation: snow polo. While it’s now played around the world, the Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz remains the world’s only high-goal snow polo tournament, ending in the battle for the Cartier Trophy.

Nowadays, the tournament unfolds over three days (January 26-28, 2024), with a hefty roster of social happenings buffering matches

MATIAS CALLEJO

Aficionados of the “sport of kings” frequent the high-goal Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz (bottom right) and the Argentine Open Polo Championship in Buenos Aires (all other images on this page), which celebrates its 130th anniversary in 2023.

in Switzerland’s most picturesque ski town. Games take place on a frozen expanse of Lake St. Moritz that has been transformed into a polo field. Entrance to the games and access to the stands are free of charge, so anticipate a mix of devotees as well as novices among some 18,000 spectators.

To find your polo tribe, purchase tickets for VIP lounge access, where lunch and light bites are served, chilled Perrier-Jouët Champagne is constantly flowing, warm blankets are provided, and prime grandstand seats are guaranteed. Don’t miss your chance to socialize with the European polo elite at Saturday night’s cocktail reception and black-tie Polo Gala din-

ner at Badrutt’s Palace Hotel, where gents impress in designer tuxedos and ladies dazzle in heirloom jewels. Gala tickets are available to the public if reserved far enough in advance. (snowpolo-stmoritz.com)

THE CARTIER QUEEN’S CUP

Taking place annually in late spring (the final game will be June 16, 2024), the United Kingdom’s premier polo tournament is a 22goal competition, where the world’s greatest teams face off over three weeks, leading up to the grand prize: the Cartier Queen’s Cup. The championship occurs at Guards Polo Club, in the center of Surrey’s Windsor Great Park. Prince Philip served as president of Guards Polo Club from its inception in 1955 until his death in 2021. Today, the 130-acre club has the most members and largest number of playing fields of any polo club in Europe.

The “sport of kings” takes on its true meaning here, with regular attendance by royals; the Queen herself historically made an appearance on the finals day through 2019 and

first presented the trophy to the club in 1960. For the ultimate people watching, score tickets to observe from the Duke’s Pavilion or the Royal Box, where you will hobnob with the glitterati as well as sports stars. And prepare to dress to the nines—the global trend toward a more casual polo scene has yet to reach the Queen’s Cup. The general crowd’s attire easily rivals what the celebrities wear, with a mélange of pastel hues, floral prints, frilly dresses, statement headgear, and fanciful hats erupting from the stands. (guards poloclub.com) «

REINHARDT & SOMMER FOTOGRAFEN

PABLO RAMIREZ

SAM CHURCHILL

SAM CHURCHILL

FOTOSWISS.COM/GIANCARLO CATTANEO

Far left: The Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz is the world’s only high-goal snow polo tournament. Left, above, and below: The Cartier Queen’s Cup, the United Kingdom’s premier tournament, is steeped in tradition.

TRAVEL

COLONIAL CHARM

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4. IN THE WILD Fly-fish along the Farmington River, explore the Farmington Land Trust’s five trails (especially the Cowles parcel along the river) and Farmington Aqueduct, or rent a canoe or kayak at Collinsville Canoe & Kayak. (collinsvillecanoe.com)

5. CULTURAL MUST The Hill-Stead Museum is a historic Colonial Revival house that Theodate Pope (one of the first women architects in America) designed to accommodate her father’s extensive collection of Impressionist paintings. Walk the spectacular grounds and admire the beautifully maintained Beatrix Farrand Sunken Garden. (hillstead.org)

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1. BEST BREAKFAST SPOT Try the Hartford Baking Company’s sourdough bread, scones, and yummy sticky buns. (hartford baking.com)

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2. AUTHENTIC ACCOMMODATIONS The Farmington Inn is in the town center. It feels quaint, with its four-poster beds, and is a perfect location to begin your walking tour along Main Street. (farmingtoninn.com)

3. OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Walk the Amistad Freedom Trail and see the series of historical sites and markers commemorating the 1839 Amistad incident, a pivotal moment in the fight against slavery and for human rights. (fhs-ct.org)

6. BEST BOUTIQUE Vivid Hue Home + Gifts is an upscale, colorful gift shop in the Village. (vividhuehome.com)

7. DINING ALFRESCO Wood-n-Tap is located on the beautiful bank of the Farmington River. Occasionally, you will see fly fishermen working the water. It serves casual food and is perfect for a drink and pizza or a burger. (woodntap.com)

8. LOCAL DELICACY American shad is Connecticut’s state fish and the largest of its herring species. The season starts in April and only lasts for a short time.

COURTESY OF VIVID HUE HOME

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HOLDEN COURTESY OF HILL-STEAD MUSEUM

72 HOURS

TROPICAL DREAMSCAPE

LOCATED ACROSS FROM ST. JOHN’S FAMED CANEEL BAY, LOVANGO RESORT & BEACH CLUB BALANCES PRIVATE ISLAND CALM WITH RUM-SPIKED FUN AND REWARDING NATURE PURSUITS

BY PAUL RUBIO

Thursday afternoon: Fly into St. Thomas and transfer by road to Red Hook, where you’ll hop on a 10-minute ferry to Lovango Resort & Beach Club. At this private island hideaway, eco-chic wooden treehouses and explorer-style tented rooms rise on the north slope, overlooking uninhabited Congo Cay, a pristine bird refuge cloaked in native flora and surrounded by jewel-toned waters that morph from topaz to emerald in the blink of an eye. Nooks for lounging abound (including an outdoor sunken living room in each treehouse and a daybed under canvas in each tent) while screen windows and louver doors ensure vistas shine from all angles.

Thursday night: Refresh in your outdoor rain shower before hopping on the water shuttle to Cruz Bay, St. John, for a bit of boutique browsing and dinner. Reserve a beachside table at La Tapa, a foodie institution since 1996, serving Spanish-tinged international cuisine.

Friday morning: Rise and shine for a short morning hike around the island. Take the BVI trail for views that span British Virgin Islands Jost Van Dyke and Tortola plus several uninhabited cays. Continue down to Crescent Beach, watching pelicans dive bomb for fresh catch and keeping an eye out for any dolphins or turtles that may surface. Then, head back uphill to the Treetops Lobby Tent at Lovango’s

apex, where breakfast is served daily. Naturally, there are more jaw-dropping vistas here— this time near-aerial views of St. John and St. Thomas in a single frame. Ogle them while feasting on a spread of croissants, quiche, fruit, cappuccino, and more. Note: A concierge is stationed at the tent during breakfast hours to help guests plan the day ahead.

Friday afternoon: It’s now time to relax in the sun. Lovango’s strength lies in its virgin beauty, which comes with the upsides of spectacular panoramas and aquamarine waters as well as the reality of rocky and gold-sand beaches. While many are content with languid days of full-service on the natural grounds

Lovango Resort & Beach Club offers an array of onsite indulgences in addition to numerous nearby off-property adventures such as those found at St. John’s Honeymoon Beach (left) and Cinnamon Bay Beach (opposite page, lower left).

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at Lovango’s Beach Club (and the sublime cabana-lined swimming pool above), those looking for picture-perfect white-sand glory can take the ferry to St. John’s Honeymoon Beach, which typically runs thrice weekly. The protected, bone-white beach is one of the dreamiest in the entire Caribbean.

Friday night: Indulge in elevated island cuisine at the resort’s Waterfront Café. Start with a smoked pineapple rum oldfashioned at the bar, then continue under the braided lights and towering turpentine trees fronting the ocean. Order the golden beet terrine, a delicate stack of the sweet root vegetable sprinkled with goat cheese over a salad of arugula, basil, charred onion, and crushed almonds with a burnt honeylime dressing. Next, opt for the signature Caribbean lobster schnitzel, a pounded and tenderized lobster tail, breaded and panfried, served over blistered red potatoes, and topped with lobster-cognac butter and an apple and fennel slaw. Keep the night going by joining fellow island dwellers at the weekly Sip + Stars party.

Saturday morning: After breakfast in the Treetops Lobby Tent, don a mask and snorkel and explore the marine life that thrives on both sides of Lovango (the concierge can indicate the best spots).

Saturday afternoon: Enjoy an easy afternoon, feet in the sand, at the Beach Club, either on a coral-colored bean bag, an umbrella-capped lounger, or a cabana couch. Have a beachfront lunch at Lovango’s fast-casual Sand Pit, where highlights include coconut-seasoned tuna poke and garlicky lobster flatbread with Boursin and bechamel. Alternatively, ask the concierge to arrange a safari taxi to another National Park beach for a day of exploration on land or under the water. (Do both at Cinnamon Bay Beach, first meandering through sugar mill ruins and then heading to America Hill to swim in the gin-clear waters.)

Saturday night: Return to Waterfront Café for your final dinner, savoring the other items that likely caught your eye Friday night (hello, sea urchin gnocchi). Pre-order Sunday breakfast to your room for your final morning and bring a night cap back to your treehouse or tent to enhance an evening of phenomenal stargazing. Void of light pollution, the skies above Lovango put on a celestial spectacular. As you sip your cocktail, let your mind drift to a fantasy galaxy far, far away—or simply revere the one you’re currently in. (lovangovi.com) «

SEASON’S GREETINGS

XFOLLOWING AN ANNUAL FIVE-MONTH CLOSURE, LOVANGO BEACH RESORT WILL OPEN FOR THE 2024 SEASON DECEMBER 18 THROUGH JULY 21. A THREENIGHT MINIMUM IS REQUIRED UPON RESERVATION.

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STYLISH Stay

LUXE BOUTIQUE VIBES ABOUND AT KISSIMMEE’S ETTE HOTEL

BY KRISTEN DESMOND LEFEVRE

When hotelier Alex Ekbatani set out to create a contemporary luxury hotel group, he chose a spot that admittedly conjures images of theme park kitsch. But if Ette Hotel (an acronym for earthy, true, timeless, and elegant) is Ekbatani’s prototype, then great things are to come from future outposts.

Though Ette Hotel is minutes from Orlando’s theme parks (situated just 3 miles from Disney’s Animal Kingdom), the 126room property is worlds away from the area’s typical kiddie-centric hotels. Here, guests are treated to a refined escape. Consider: a lobby done in Calacatta marble and adorned with a

glass-encased mannequin sporting Alexander McQueen couture, a book room housing shelves of art tomes from Taschen, and a laundry “museum” showcasing meticulously laundered and folded Frette linens. Pause for a moment to watch Ette’s staff in action behind the glass and you might learn how to master the fitted sheet fold yourself.

Ette styles itself as a high-end wellness hotel aimed at nurturing mind, body, and soul. For the full experience, book a wellness suite, complete with a Peloton bike and Technogym weights. The jewel box of a spa boasts two treatment rooms and a lounge outfitted with antigravity cocoons and an array of pampering options featuring products by Natura Bissé and Tammy Fender.

And then there’s the food. Head to Ette’s rooftop to dine at Lipa, Michelin-starred chef Akira Back’s modern Japanese concept offering sushi, sunset views, and a DJ spinning tracks on weekends.

But it’s Back’s main restaurant on property, Salt & the Cellar, that wows, remixing modern Asian influences with Mediterranean cuisine. The menu emphasizes dishes made with nutrient-dense, whole ingredients, like the miso-glazed black cod and the spinach ohitashi salad. But there are indulgences, too, like the gochujang-smothered Wagyu tacos and the togarashi fries with a house-made sriracha-ranch for dipping.

In the spirit of wellness, Ette Hotel is alcohol-free. A BYOB policy (with zero corking fees) is in place for guests who want more proof power. But for the sober and sobercurious, master mixologist Jarl de Vries has curated an impressive menu of zero-alcohol mocktails. Full of whimsy, color, and drama, the libations are theatrically presented tableside with dry ice, flickers of fire, and finishing aromatic spritzes. Order the Moon Child (made from watermelon shrub, lime, agave, lavender saline, and lavender aromatic mist) and have your phone’s camera set to video mode when your beverage arrives atop a bird’s nest, emitting a misty cloud of lavender-scented vapor.

On Sundays, don’t miss afternoon tea in Ette Hotel’s Missoni-lined garden. Choose from an extensive list of teas by Mariage Frères, while noshing on such traditional fare as finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and mini pastries.

Whether you’ve spent the weekend riding coasters across town or hunkering down to take in all the amenities that Ette Hotel has to offer, you’re sure to depart feeling rested, rejuvenated, and yearning to return. (ettehotels.com) «

Clockwise from top left: Ette Hotel’s lobby gleams in white Calacatta marble; a banquette beckons at Salt & the Cellar; an antigravity cocoon in the spa’s Serenity Cove; chef Akira Back’s spinach ohitashi salad; a timeless tome on display in the book room.

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HIGH ROAD

THE NEXT Great Disrupter

GENESIS ENTERS A NEW ERA OF LUXURY WITH ITS EXQUISITE G90 FLAGSHIP SEDAN

BY HOWARD WALKER

Cosseting is good, right? Being cosseted in the back seat of the new Genesis G90 flagship is right up there with a day at a Canyon Ranch spa, minus the hot mud treatment (it messes up the leather). But with the seatback reclined to near horizontal, the business jet–style footrest raised, and the seat massager cranked up to full Helga, the term “hedonistic” comes to mind.

Want a little of Sade’s soothing “Smooth Operator” to help send you to slumberland? Fire up the 26-speaker Bowers & Wilkins 3D surround sound and then select one of three in-cabin fragrances—I’m partial to the Great Outdoors aroma—to complete the mood.

It’s not just the rear seats that are relaxing. This latest G90 rides on a cushion of air springs and features cameras that read the road ahead to

prepare the suspension for any lumps or bumps. Riding on clouds of fluffy cumulus wouldn’t be softer.

This is Hyundai-owned Genesis wanting a piece of the BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class, Audi A8 action. In fact, Genesis is a lot like Lexus was back in 1989, when it debuted the groundbreaking LS400 sedan. At the time, Lexus was just a newbie division of Toyota, yet it completely disrupted the luxury car industry. The Genesis G90 is also poised to become a disrupter.

It certainly has the looks. Genesis does big grilles well, and the shiny, shield-like whopper on the G90 will spin heads faster than a Beyoncé sighting at Bergdorf’s. It’s complemented by wafer-thin split headlights encrusted with teeny LEDs that, together with the grille, resemble the Genesis logo. Clever.

For the driver, it’s all old-school intuition. There’s no insanely complex touch screen, no annoying warning-beep technology that’s now the norm. The Genesis is more about ease of use and less about needing a degree in computer science just to program the navigation system.

Convenience is a priority, too. Want to open or close a door? Just press a button either on the center console or the door itself. If you’re behind the wheel, simply press on the brake pedal to close it.

One more example of this near-obsessive focus on calm is the speaker in the driver’s headrest. When the driver taps the turn signal, only they are subjected to that pesky click-clock, not the entire cabin. Same goes for the navigation commands.

POWER FILE

PRICE: FROM $99,795 ENGINE: 3.5-LITER

TWIN-TURBO SUPERCHARGED V6

POWER: 409 HP TORQUE: 405 LB-FT

0-60: 5.1 SECONDS TOP SPEED: 132

MPH LIMITED

LENGTH/WIDTH: 207/76

INCHES WEIGHT: 5,156 POUNDS WHY

WE LOVE IT: BECAUSE IT’S THE BEST LUXURY SEDAN NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT.

So how does this new G90 drive? One word: sublime. Under that sprawling hood sits a new version of Genesis’ proven 3.5-liter turbo V6, with the addition of an electric supercharger. The thinking here is that when you step on the gas it takes a few milliseconds for the turbocharger to deliver boost. With an electric-driven supercharger, you get instant low-speed torque before the turbos kick in. Packing a healthy 409 hp with 405 lb-ft of torque and coupled to a 10-speed automatic seemingly spinning in Teflon, the V6 can launch the G90 from standstill to 60 mph in just 5.1 seconds.

While all this is the epitome of smoothness, sadly it’s not electric, which is the new benchmark of ultimate refinement. Genesis does make a terrific electrified G80 (kid brother to the 90) with a 282-mile range, 365 hp, and more thrust than a Saturn rocket. Yet, for now,

there are no plans to offer the powerpack in the flagship G.

Nevertheless, this fossil-fueled G90 is still a dream to drive. It steers with precision, with the helm having just the right amount of feel. The body roll through curves is well contained, and the ride comfort with those air springs is otherworldly.

G90 pricing starts at $89,495 for the 3.5T AWD, with the coveted 3.5T E-Supercharger version (which I test drove) stickering for $99,795 with few options to be had.

No, it still doesn’t have quite the same prestige and curb appeal of a Mercedes S500, nor the price tag. But if you dare to be different, this remarkable Genesis won’t disappoint. «

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COOL BRITANNIA

FAIRLINE YACHTS HAS WON THE SPACE RACE WITH ITS NEW PHANTOM 65 SPORTBRIDGE

BY HOWARD WALKER

Yar. Now that’s a good word to describe a cool boat. It was how Sarah Jessica Parker defined a sleek, racy sailboat in the 2006 rom-com Failure to Launch with Matthew McConaughey: “She certainly is yar.”

This utterance was most likely a callback to the 1940 film The Philadelphia Story and Katharine Hepburn’s reminiscence on her old boat: “My, she was yar.”

According to the folks at Merriam-Webster, “yar” refers to a boat that’s speedy, nimble, agile, and ready for action. It’s a perfect term for the new Phantom 65 sports cruiser from Britain’s Fairline Yachts that I’ve been putting through its paces in the feisty briny just off Fort Lauderdale.

Fairline describes it as a “sportbridge,” which is kind of like a flybridge but with a smaller, more compact open space up top, so as to enhance the boat’s sporty

lines. And what lines they are; the way that raked windshield flows into the sportbridge in a rolling, wave-like swoosh is just gorgeous.

If this 65-footer looks vaguely familiar, it might be because the window-rich hull and lower deck are evocative of Fairline’s popular Targa 65 enclosed sports coupe, which Italian master Alberto Mancini designed back in 2016. For this new Phantom, however, Fairline’s in-house team evolved the shape, adding that sportbridge with an upper helm, creating an extra-large transom garage, and completely reimagining the interior.

What the Fairline offers in abundance is a brilliant use of space. Below decks there’s a choice of either three or four en-suite cabins, with a full-beam master suite that looks like something out of a Four Seasons or W hotel.

HIGH SEAS

Not to be outdone, the rear swim deck opens to reveal a space big enough to swallow an 11-foot Williams Sportjet 345 tender.

Climb the teak steps up to the flybridge— sorry, sportbridge—and there’s room for a dozen or more guests. There’s also an outdoor kitchen plus two bucket seats for the helm, a U-shaped sofa opposite, and a big L-shaped sofa with a table. Stroll up to the bow and it’s suntanning central, with two oversize sun pads and another U-shaped, near-full-beam sofa for alfresco dining or sunset cocktails.

Back in the cockpit, at the press of a couple buttons, the big glass doors will slide to the side and a window will drop down to open into the galley and salon. One real highlight of the salon is the deep, full-width sunroof above the lower helm that lets in fresh air and gives a great view for stargazing.

Powering the Phantom is either a pair of Caterpillar C18 turbo diesels with 1,150 hp apiece or the optional—and, frankly, must-

have—Caterpillar C32 V12s with more than 1,600 hp each for a combined 3,244 hp. Both deliver their oomph through old-school shaft drives instead of less robust IPS pods.

Cruise out of the Port Everglades channel into the Atlantic off Lauderdale Beach, ease forward on the throttles, and the 38-ton Fairline punches up onto the plane. In seconds the speedo is showing 37 knots, accompanied by a distant rumble of Cat 12-cylinders. Hard over on the wheel, and the Phantom leans progressively and elegantly into the turn, though the steer-by-wire helm feels much too light and

POWER FILE

PRICE: FROM $4.4 MILLION LENGTH: 65 FEET, 4 INCHES BEAM: 17 FEET, 2 INCHES DRAFT: 5 FEET, 2 INCHES

POWER: TWIN CAT C32 1,622 HP TOP SPEED: 37 KNOTS WHY WE LOVE IT: BECAUSE IT’S A 65-FOOTER THAT THINKS IT’S A GO-FAST RUNABOUT.

vague to inspire ultimate confidence. But even punching through 3- to 4-foot swells, the cruiser comes across as unfazed. It’s a pity we’re not headed for the Bahamas, because this new Fairline would be there in a couple hours of relaxed, laid-back cruising.

As for pricing, a well-equipped base boat will set you back around $4.4 million. Our test boat with the optional Cat C32s—a $250,000 upgrade—stickers at $5,250,000. Want one now? Fort Lauderdale Fairline dealer Nautical Ventures will sell you this very yacht.

No question about it: She sure is yar. «

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Paul Jenkins (American, 1923-2012) Watercolor

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HISTORY REPEATS

THE OZ FAMILY LEADS THE CHARGE TO RESTORE ONE OF PALM BEACH’S MOST BEAUTIFUL, ECCENTRIC, AND HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT HOMES

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH | HOME PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICKOLAS SARGENT | PORTRAITS BY NICK MELE

Growing up, sisters Lisa and Laura Lemole spent countless days at their grandmother’s home on Casa Bendita at the north end of Palm Beach. They created a game while playing on the beach where each girl would choose the house they wished to live in as adults. Laura would always pick Amado, an estate that Addison Mizner designed for entrepreneur and socialite Charles Munn in 1919. Lisa’s heart, however, belonged to the white house next door to Amado that, to her, felt “like a castle.”

That Mediterranean Revival home carried its own rich past. Charles’ brother, Gurnee Munn, and his wife, Marie Louise Wanamaker Munn (whose family founded the Philadelphia-based Wanamaker department stores), commissioned Mizner to design their house, too. The estate, which sits on a 1.2-acre lot and boasts 150 feet of private beachfront, was ultimately named Louwana, a contraction of Marie Louise’s name.

Addison Mizner designed Louwana, a historic Mediterranean Revival estate home in Palm Beach situated on a 1.2-acre lot with 150 feet of private beachfront. The Oz family is responsible for its restoration.

Lisa and Mehmet Oz at home at Louwana, which they purchased in 2015.

Louwana, in all its magnificence, has been an elusive get through the years. The descendants of the original owners kept the home in the family for nearly a century. That would all change in 2006, when then-owner Aimée de Heeren (a Brazilian socialite, secret service agent, and widow of John Wanamaker’s great grandson, Rodman Arturo Heeren) passed away at the age of 103. Two years later, for the first time ever, Louwana was available for sale.

At this point, Lisa Lemole had become Lisa Oz, a best-selling author and on-air personality. In 1985, she had married Dr. Mehmet Oz, a cardiothoracic surgeon who would ultimately bring complementary medicine to the masses through books, TV appearances, and his own nationally syndicated health show. The couple had four children together.

Lisa’s parents had a history of home ownership on Palm Beach, and trips to visit them

gave Mehmet the opportunity to fall as much in love with the island as Lisa had always been.

“Palm Beach offers an irresistible elegance, with the unique architecture of its historic homes abutting the raw beauty of its beaches,” says Mehmet. “Louwana is the culmination of a century of creation and preservation, and it reflects our family’s respect for tradition and beauty. We have traveled through the parts of southern Spain occupied by the Moors and appreciate this influence in Mizner’s architecture.”

The Louwana that the Ozes purchased in 2015 was largely untouched architecturally from what Mizner had originally envisioned. The most significant changes were made following the powerful hurricane of 1928, when the entry was relocated and the current living room, primary bedroom suite, and signature stairway were added. In the 1930s, Maurice

Fatio’s firm augmented the property’s courtyard, building a new pool, loggia, and tennis house. The Town of Palm Beach designated Louwana as a landmark in 1980.

While Lisa wanted to preserve Mizner’s aesthetic, the lack of structural modernization resulted in a few issues. “I would have left it exactly like it was if it wasn’t unlivable,” she notes.

The first issue was that the Venetian staircase, while gorgeous, was open to the elements. The only interior staircase was in the service wing and measured just 2 feet wide. Given the frequency of rain in South Florida and the fact that the Ozes have four grandchildren, indoor stairs were a must. Another necessity was central air.

They enlisted Tom Kirchhoff of Kirchhoff & Associates Architects to lead the renovation, with the understanding that the key was

The new light, airy kitchen serves as an ideal communal space with expansive beach views and room for cooking and informal dining.

The dining room conveys a sense of grandeur and scale, with doors that open to a terrace and lawn.

to ensure structural integrity while protecting as much of the Mizner soul as possible. The renovation project (which lasted roughly three and a half years) would prove that this goal was easier to achieve in certain sections than others.

“As we uncovered areas of the primary suite, we discovered that the west portion of the south wing had serious structural issues,” says Kirchhoff. “In fact, it was collapsing in on itself. In the past, when alterations were made, bearing walls had been removed. New loads were not supported, relying instead on an inadequate non-load-bearing wall to sustain them. From the roof down to the foundation, we had to restructure the entire wing.”

The Town of Palm Beach’s Landmarks Preservation Commission granted Kirchhoff and his team approval to restore the primary spaces, including the living room, dining room, primary bedroom, original guest bedrooms, and the open-air stairway, while adding an interior family stair in what was

previously a staff area. They were also able to retain the general layout of the property, including the entry courtyard, pool, tennis court, and beach cabana.

The Ozes are a foodie family (Lisa and daughter Daphne are both cookbook authors), so the kitchen was of significant im-

portance. When the Ozes purchased the home, the kitchen was staff-oriented and divided into three sections: a giant butler’s pantry, a little cooking area, and eating and sleeping quarters for the staff. While the old kitchen was certainly not a place to congregate, the new kitchen is a light and airy

Kirchhoff & Associates Architects led the roughly three-and-a-half-year-long renovation, with a focus on restoring structural integrity while preserving the home’s unique Mizner characteristics.

communal space with an expansive view of the beach and room for cooking and informal dining.

The basement-level entry, which was relocated to the south side post-hurricane to create a shared driveway with Amado, meant visitors accessed the home via a courtyard that led up to the dining room, living room, and library.

“After entering the front door, you had to go outside in the exterior stairwell to go back inside,” explains Lisa. “Then there were five French doors going in toward the east and then a door on the north and a door on the south. When you came in, you didn’t know which door went into the house. It was very absurd and the feng shui was way off.”

To remedy this, Kirchhoff incorporated front doors that open into a foyer created out of what was once the library. “Now there is an actual entry to the house,” Lisa continues.

The Kemble Interiors team realized the Ozes’ vision for Louwana’s interior design by creating a cohesive blend of preserved elements and new accents. Materials such as pecky cypress and terracotta tiles are complemented by plush fabrics, updated prints, patterns, textures, and rich colors.

“It’s grounded and the flow of energy comes in and knows in what direction to go.”

With the restoration of the structure underway, the Ozes brought in Kemble Interiors to orchestrate the interior design. The fact that they purchased the home furnished added another level of excitement to the process and aided in the quest to maintain its historic integrity. Each generation who had previously lived in the mansion, from the Munns through to fashion icon Aimée de Heeren, had left behind their individual sense of style.

“It’s not all consistent with Mizner, per se,” Lisa says. “It’s a little microcosm of Palm Beach culture, with things from every period of Palm Beach style.”

The Kemble Interiors team was tasked with creating a cohesive blend of preserved elements and new accents. “Lisa and Mehmet very much wanted to stay true to the original Mizner aesthetic in the public spaces of the house,” explains Mackenzie Hodgson of Kemble Interiors. “This was the thread that wove everything together.”

In these public spaces, the designers called upon vernacular materials such as pecky cypress on the ceilings and terra-cotta tiles for the floors, explains Hodgson. They countered the cranky texture of pecky cypress with velvets and other plush fabrics. They utilized updated prints to give the vintage dark wood furniture a fashionable upgrade.

“Everything is balanced,” adds Hodgson. “We kept the walls painted white in the majority of the rooms to allow an easy flow from room to room. With painted walls, we relied on patterned and textured fabrics to imbue the spaces with color and richness.”

And they were excited to find a road map of sorts when it came to the home’s original artwork. “We discovered that on the backs of paintings, someone had written where it used to be hung,” says Mimi McMakin, principal of Kemble Interiors. “When it came time to hang art again, it was delightful to find each piece’s final nesting place.”

The proportions that Mizner employed in the living room and dining room convey a

definite sense of grandness and scale. “If a room tells you how to behave, these rooms make you want to throw a party,” says McMakin. “Both rooms have sweeping views of the ocean and doors that can be flung open to a terrace and an expanse of lawn. The rooms retain the same character as they always have. If the walls could talk, they would reverberate the sounds of Champagne bottles being opened, gregarious chatter, and laughter.”

While Louwana pulsates with more than a hundred years of memories, these renovations represent a new chapter for the storied property. As with all successful transformations, McMakin and Kirchhoff agree that this facelift has managed to both honor the architect’s original intentions for the house and evolve to suit the current occupants.

“The house was originally a brother house to the house south of it … with the common theme of families mingling be-

tween both houses,” says McMakin. “The idea that this property is built for family is fitting with the Ozes’ lifestyle. When the house is in use, the family is enjoying the beach, tennis court, and swimming pool. This Mediterranean and Spanish Revival house has long been part of Palm Beach’s architectural heritage. [It] is as eccentric in its intricacies as Mizner himself.”

For the Ozes, it is Louwana’s comfort and approachability that make it feel like home. From the refreshed kitchen where the family often gathers, to the beachside cabana where Mehmet spends most mornings practicing yoga, Louwana has a warm, inviting personality that encourages creativity, expression, and togetherness.

“She makes you feel like you can run through the dining room or living room with your shoes off and sand between your toes,” says Lisa. “It’s a comfortable house, but at the same time still elegant. It’s like wearing a party dress with bare feet.” «

Kirchhoff and his team fully restored the circular, open-air courtyard staircase, which Mizner modeled after one he saw in Venice.

The estate offers ample space for gatherings, including the pool area (inset) and loggia (opposite page), which showcases vivid colors set against the backdrop of a large landscape mural.

“It’s not all consistent with Mizner, per se. It’s a little microcosm of Palm Beach culture, with things from every period of Palm Beach style.” Lisa Oz

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HIGHLIGHT

LOCAL DESIGNERS OPEN THEIR PORTFOLIOS TO SHARE PROJECTS THAT CAPTURED THEIR IMAGINATIONS

BY MARLOWE DUNN FLOM

ISLAND STYLE

Interior designer Scott Sanders’ very own cabana is perhaps best described as a Palm Beach oasis. Upon entering this transportive space, one cannot help but to sit back, relax, and take in the ocean views and tropical ambience. The cabana “features inspiration from the 1970s, with a mix of contemporary pieces and pops of colors that make it feel

fresh and current for today,” explains Sanders. Cobalt blue tiles and light fixtures, turquoise upholstery, and even a green dachshund figurine (an homage to Sanders’ dog, Bailey) exude a palpable energy, while the bamboo, wicker, and rattan elements elevate this inviting coastal getaway. (scottsandersllc.com)

PHOTO: NICK SARGENT

AMONG THE STARS

This living room by Gil Walsh of Gil Walsh Interiors is a conversation starter, complete with pieces that individually have something unique to say while also conveying a united sense of poised playfulness. Walsh’s color palette balances hints of turquoise and citron alongside lighter blues, ivories, and grays. “We were able to lighten and brighten the space while making the interiors harmonious with the architecture,” Walsh describes. “We added modern fixtures with a mid-century feel to work with the geometry of the space,” such as the glamorous starbursts that imbue intrigue without stealing attention from the furnishings below. (gwifl.com)

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PRETTY IN PINK

Katherine Shenaman of Katherine Shenaman Interiors channeled her inner child when crafting this feminine nursery. Shenaman reveals that while “the client’s style has evolved over the years into a fresh and modern aesthetic,” rooms for children can still convey fun and a certain youthful grace. The room is all about rosy pink, as seen in the mesmerizing Bradley USA wallpaper and the area rug from Wendy Clark Designs. The nursery’s whimsical refinement is best embodied in the rabbit chair set by Stefano Giovannoni. They’re perfect for the space, notes Shenaman, as her client’s daughters “love to play on the bunnies, each with their own size model.” (shenaman.com)

PLAYING FAVORITES

Game rooms should be fun—it’s practically a prerequisite—but Sara McCann of McCann Design Group has proven that they can be equally stylish. “The intention of this space is to be a game room lounge for a family to gather and enjoy a movie, play pool, curl up with a book, or have a drink,” says McCann. Color gives this rec room its warmth and whimsy, with brilliant greens and rich caramels offsetting the soothing white cypress walls and ceilings. McCann used the Palmetto fabric by Carolina Irving Textiles as a jumpingoff point, pairing it with the viridian Winnie lamps from Porto Romano to further enhance the tropical color scheme and the room’s overall sense of luxurious comfort. (mccanndesigngroup.com)

NICK SARGENT

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FEAST FOR THE EYES

Krista Watterworth Alterman of Krista + Home demonstrates the unique beauty a kitchen can have when contemporary luxury meets rich, natural features. This Bali-inspired kitchen outshines more run-of-the-mill designs with its “earthy and modern” elegance, from the gorgeous banana bark chandeliers by Made Goods to the gold, rounded, upholstered stools from Palecek and alluring finish of the cabinetry and integrated fridge. “We chose dark woods and finishes and lots of organic materials,” Watterworth Alterman says. “When it comes to kitchens, I love any chance to stray from the typical all-white design that has become so popular. I just love the decidedly global and moody vibe of this space.” (kristahome.com)

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CONTEMPORARY GLAMOUR

Sophisticated modernity and Palm Beach opulence come together in this dining room by Angela Reynolds of Angela Reynolds Designs, in collaboration with Smith Architectural Group and Davis General Contracting. Classic architecture gets a contemporary edge with black fluted, low-sheen lacquer columns at each corner. The custom dining table featuring silver-leaf banding can be separated and arranged to suit the homeowner’s intentions. The showstopper in the room is a pair of chandeliers by innovative lighting designer John Pomp. Pomp’s sculptural creations are made with handblown glass clusters, each adorned with around 200 threads of molten glass. Reynolds says the fixtures “effortlessly balance functionality and elegance, illuminating the space with their radiant presence while preserving the captivating vista of the ocean beyond.” (angelareynolds.com)

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DREAM WEAVER

“There is nothing more meaningful to an interior designer than fulfilling a dream,” says Lorraine Rogers-Bolton of Rogers Design Group. “This beautiful bathroom fulfilled the vision our clients described in our first meeting.” Designed with Amanda Wyant-Binns, the space features a silver and crystal chandelier that casts a delicate

glow and enhances the room’s ethereal essence. Calming grays and whites appear in the cloud-like design of the wall covering, the snowy stone with gray veins, and the oval tub. All these elements come together to produce an airy yet surprisingly contemporary bathroom that truly sets one at ease. (rogersdesign.com)

LETTING IN THE LIGHT

Upon first viewing this Hobe Sound home, Jim Dove of Jim Dove Design knew he wanted to focus on optimizing the natural light in the kitchen. “The surrounding gardens are lush and add a calming ambience,” Dove explains. “So, we created three windows at the front of the kitchen that provided an abundance of light streaming into the space.” This illumination enriches the crisp white accents and high-gloss white cabinetry and countertops. Meanwhile, the serene azure blues of the Sub-Zero refrigerator and custom tall cupboards lull visitors into a state of calm as they take in this seamless “blurring of lines between the outdoors and indoors,” concludes Dove. (jimdovedesign.com)

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Shot by Palm Beach Illustrated on location at Pan’s Garden and Earl E.T. Smith Park, Palm Beach

Dior handbag

Floral design by Renny & Reed, West Palm Beach, rennyandreed.com

Opposite page: Dior sweater, skirt, heels, socks For buying information, turn to page 170.

Fashion editor: Katherine Lande

Jimmy Choo boots, handbag; Chanel ring. Opposite page: Chanel dress, boots, handbag For buying information, turn to page 170.

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Floral design by The Special Event Resource and Design Group, West Palm Beach, specialeventresource.com

Opposite page: Carolina Herrera dress; Roger Vivier heels, handbag. For buying information, turn to page 170.

Model: Temperance, The Source Models, Miami

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

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BRING A DOSE OF CELESTIAL MAGIC TO YOUR SELF-CARE PRACTICE WITH THESE SIMPLE AND WHOLESOME DIY RECIPES INSPIRED BY THE SUN, MOON, AND PLANETS

Bath Salts LUNAR

Elevate your next bath with these rejuvenating and milky moon salts

Ingredients

1 cup Epsom salt

1/2 cup sea salt

1/2 cup baking soda

1/2 cup powdered milk

1-2 tsp. blue spirulina powder

10-15 drops lavender essential oil

1 tbsp. dried lavender buds and/or blue lotus flowers (optional)

Moonstone or clear quartz (optional)

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Epsom salt, sea salt, baking soda, powdered milk, and blue spirulina powder and mix well. Add the lavender essential oil and stir until the salts are evenly coated. Mix in the dried lavender buds or blue lotus flowers. Store the lunar bath salts in an airtight container until ready to use.

To use, add a few scoops of the bath salts to warm running water and stir until dissolved. Optional: Add a small moonstone or clear quartz crystal to your bath to enhance the lunar energy. Soak in the bath for at least 20 minutes to allow the salts to work their magic.

SHIMMERING FACE OIL Sun Glow

This nourishing and hydrating blend with a hint of shimmer will give your skin a radiant glow all year round

Ingredients

1 cup marigold-infused solar oil (recipe to right)

1/4 cup carrot seed oil

1 tbsp. mica powder (color of your choice)

10 drops essential oil (optional)

In a small bowl, mix the solar oil and carrot seed oil. Add the mica powder and stir until well combined. Adjust the amount of mica powder to your desired level of shimmer. If you would like to add some scent to your face oil, add 10 drops of your favorite essential oil, such as frankincense or rose, and mix well. Transfer the oil to an airtight glass bottle and store in a cool, dry place.

To use, apply a few drops of the face oil to your face and neck, massaging it in gently. You can use it as a moisturizer or as a highlighter on your cheekbones, brow bones, or any other areas you wish to highlight.

Marigold-Infused Solar Oil Ingredients

1/2 cup dried marigold petals

1 cup sweet almond oil

Add the dried marigold petals to a clean glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. Pour the sweet almond oil over the marigold petals, making sure they are fully submerged in the oil. Seal the jar and place it in a sunny location, such as a windowsill. Let the jar sit in the sun for 2-4 weeks, shaking it gently every few days to ensure the petals are fully saturated with the oil. Afterward, strain the oil through a cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer into a clean glass jar. Label the jar with the date and store it in a cool, dark place for up to a year.

Chakra Soap

Infused with essential oils to balance and align the body’s energy centers, this glycerin-based soap helps to promote a sense of calm and well-being

Ingredients

2 cups clear glycerin soap base, cut into small pieces

Essential oils in the following chakra-associated scents: lavender (crown), peppermint (third eye), lemon (throat), rosemary (heart), orange (solar plexus), cedarwood (sacral), or patchouli (root)

Natural superfood powders in corresponding colors for each chakra: butterfly pea (crown), acai berry (third eye), blue spirulina (throat), matcha (heart), passion fruit (solar plexus), turmeric (sacral), or red beet powder (root)

Add the glycerin soap base pieces to a double boiler. (If you do not have a double boiler, you can create one by placing a glass or metal bowl over a pot of simmering water.) Heat the glycerin soap base over medium heat until it melts completely. Add a few drops of the essential oil of your choice to the melted soap base, stirring well. Add the colored powder of your choice to hot water and then add to the melted soap base to achieve the desired chakra color, stirring well. Pour the melted soap base into soap molds. Allow them to cool and harden for several hours. Once the soap has hardened, gently pop the soap out of the molds and store them in an airtight container until ready to use. When using the soap, focus on the intention associated with each chakra as you lather and cleanse.

ICE FACIAL Galactic

Take pampering to another galaxy with this icy-cool ritual designed to stimulate collagen production, promote circulation, and reduce inflammation

Ingredients (makes 1-2 spheres)

1 cup distilled water

1 green tea bag

1/2 cup aloe vera juice

2 cucumbers, juiced

1 lemon, juiced Edible blooms (optional)

Boil the distilled water in a pot. Add the green tea bag and allow it to steep for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bag and allow the tea to cool to room temperature. Add the aloe vera, cucumber, and lemon juices to the tea and stir well. Pour the mixture into a spherical ice tray, add an edible bloom, and freeze overnight.

To use, wash your face and pat dry. Take one ice sphere and gently rub it over your face in circular motions for 2-3 minutes, being gentle around the eye area. Let the skin absorb the mixture for 1-2 minutes. This treatment is best done in the morning before applying makeup or at night before bed.

Personalize your soak with these fizzing bath bombs fit for a star—sign, that is

Ingredients

BATH BOMBS Astrological «

(makes 4-6 bath bombs)

1 cup baking soda

1/2 cup citric acid

1/2 cup Epsom salt

1/2 cup cornstarch

2 1/2 tbsp. almond oil or coconut oil

1 tsp. water

Essential oils curated to your zodiac sign (see chart)

Natural food coloring or edible food paints customized to your zodiac sign (see chart)

In a large bowl, mix the baking soda, citric acid, Epsom salt, and cornstarch. In a separate bowl, mix the almond oil or coconut oil, water, a few drops of essential oil, and natural food coloring or edible paints. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring constantly. Make sure to mix well and break up any clumps. Once the mixture is fully combined, use your hands to form it into balls or other shapes. Place the bath bombs on a sheet of parchment paper and let them dry for several hours or overnight. Once they’re dry, store the bath bombs in an airtight container until ready to use.

To use, drop one bath bomb into your bath water and enjoy the relaxing experience customized to your zodiac sign. Remember to always do a patch test before trying any new beauty products and consult with a health care professional if you have any concerns or allergies.

Ardent Aries are known for their fiery nature and love of excitement. A bath bomb with invigorating scents of peppermint, eucalyptus, and rosemary can stimulate the senses, while bright pink and red hues awaken the inner fire.

Leo

Loving Leos are known for their dramatic personalities. A bath bomb with bold scents of bergamot, jasmine, and cedarwood can help them feel empowered, while bright yellow and gold play up their confidence.

Aries Sagittarius

Strong-natured Sagittarius is an adventurous and free-spirited sign. A bath bomb with invigorating scents of grapefruit, lemon, and peppermint and dark earthy and bright colors will help them feel refreshed and energized.

Taurus

The tenacious Taurus values luxury and comfort. A bath bomb with indulgent scents of chocolate, vanilla, and jasmine can help them relax, while earthy tones help them to unwind and feel grounded.

Virgo

Virtuous Virgo is a practical and detailoriented sign. A bath bomb with scents of chamomile, lavender, and geranium can calm them, while moody purples and soft pinks will help them unwind.

Capricorn

Careful Capricorn values hard work and discipline. A bath bomb with grounding scents of frankincense, cedarwood, and myrrh can help to put them at ease, while dark shades of green and violet will restore their balance.

Gregarious Geminis are known for their curious and lively nature. A bath bomb with playful scents of grapefruit, lemon, and bergamot can lift their spirits, while lively hues of peach and mandarin encourage creativity.

Libra

Levelheaded Libra values balance and harmony. A bath bomb with harmonizing scents of rose, jasmine, and vanilla can help them feel centered, while pinks and neutrals will bring them peace.

Gemini Aquarius

Adventurous Aquarius is a sign that values innovation and individuality. A bath bomb with unique scents of bergamot, neroli, and lavender with aquamarine colors can help them feel inspired and creative.

Caring Cancer is a water sign that often seeks emotional balance and comfort. A bath bomb with soothing scents of chamomile, lavender, and ylang-ylang will offer grounding support, while beautiful blue tones can calm their senses.

Scorpio

Stormy Scorpio is an intense and passionate sign. A bath bomb with sensual scents of patchouli, sandalwood, and jasmine and dark moody blue and violet tones will help them tap into their inner desires and emotions.

Cancer Pisces

Passionate Pisces is a dreamy and intuitive sign. A bath bomb with mystical scents of lavender, rose, and sandalwood and colors of teal, pink, and lavender can help them tap into their intuition and connect with their inner selves.

LUXURY REALTOR

THE PALM BEACH REAL ESTATE MARKET IS HOT AND GROWING FAST.

On the following pages we profile Top Real Estate Professionals who call Palm Beach County home.

Whether you are looking for a single family starter home or high-rise views of the Atlantic and Intercoastal, these agents can help you find the home you’ve been dreaming of.

LUXURY LOCAL EXPERT

Vince Marotta is one of the top-selling Realtors in South Florida. In fact, Marotta is the only Realtor who sold properties of more than $10 million each of the following communities: Admirals Cove, The Bear’s Club, Old Palm Golf Club, Jupiter Island, The Loxahatchee River, and directly on the Intracoastal Waterway. The No. 1 producer out of more than 700 agents for Illustrated Properties in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022, Marotta is recognized as a member of Christie’s International Real Estate Masters Circle, an honor bestowed upon Christie’s top 170 agents around the world. Marotta was also ranked by RealTrends and The Wall Street Journal as one of the Top 200 Realtors in America for 2022.

In 2022, Marotta sold the most expensive property in the history of Old Palm Golf Club, and in 2023, he sold the second most expense home in the neighborhood. Both sales were over $20 million. In 2021, Marotta sold both the most expensive estate home and homesite of the year in The Bear’s Club—a Jack Nicklaus community, widely considered one of the most prestigious addresses in the Northern Palm Beaches. Over the 23-year sales life of The Bear’s Club, Marotta has been involved in 25 percent of the estate homesite transactions.

Marotta is also considered one of the top Realtors in the ultra-luxury condo market in the Northern Palm Beaches. He holds the distinction of being the Realtor who sold the highest priced condo in a given year in each of the Northern Palm Beach oceanfront towns.

A graduate of Yale University where he played varsity football and ran varsity track, Marotta is a true competitor and tireless worker, dedicated to the needs of his sophisticated clients.

VINCE MAROTTA / ILLUSTRATED PROPERTIES

2725 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens

For more information: 561-847-5700 or marottarealty.com

A LEADER IN LUXURY

A graduate of The Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania, Thomas Frankel has been the licensed real estate broker and president of Admirals Cove Realty since 1990. Built upon the principles of reliability and trust, Admirals Cove Realty has been the exclusive on-site realtor since the community’s inception in 1986, selling more homes within the community than any other real estate team. Its agents exhibit honesty, integrity, dedication, team spirit, a strong work ethic, technological expertise, market knowledge, and outstanding production.

In addition, Thomas serves as the president of Frankel Ball Realty, a boutiquestyle real estate agency in Jupiter, and Frankel Development, a leading residential real estate development company in Palm Beach County.

Thomas is heavily involved with Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches, an organization serving homeless families in the community. He is also a director of the West Palm Golf Community Trust, which recently oversaw the development and operations of The Park, Palm Beach County’s newest public golf course.

THOMAS FRANKEL / ADMIRAL’S COVE REALTY

3535 Military Trail, Suite, 101, Aventura

For more information 561-744-8800 or admiralscove.com

TRUSTED A

NAME

David H. Scaff Jr., known locally as Hill, is a native of Palm Beach and has been working in the luxury service industry for 10-plus years. A graduate of the Rosen School of Hospitality at the University of Central Florida, Scaff spent the early years of his career consulting for brands such as Four Seasons, The Ritz Carlton, Mandarin Oriental, and Peninsula. Honing his client relations skills, Scaff joined American Express, servicing its esteemed Centurion clientele where he helmed a team specializing in travel and lifestyle experiences across South Florida.

Scaff’s career in real estate began as an investor, which evolved into a full-time passion. Service, integrity, and accountability are core values that have been impressed upon him. These principles, along with Scaff’s desire to apply his expertise of hospitality to the real estate industry, have led to a natural mentorship under Jim McCann at Premier Estate Properties, a boutique South Florida brokerage that has specialized in high-end real estate since its inception 30-plus years ago.

McCann, Scaff, and colleague Christopher Bode make up the Jim McCann Group and have successfully closed $1 billion in sales volume since Scaff joined the team in 2021. Participation in this number of transactions and dollar volume has quickly vaulted Scaff’s tenure in the community. With the strong foundation of a service-first mindset, having the local insights of the town, and the guidance and leadership of McCann, Scaff has established himself as trusted name in Palm Beach real estate.

HILL SCAFF / JIM MCCANN GROUP OF PREMIER ESTATE PROPERTIES

125 Worth Ave., Suite 221, Palm Beach

For more information: 561-312-5556 or jimmccanngroup.info

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Astrolabe

Bodega Numanthia

Boscarelli

Bouchaine

Carpineto

Casanova di Neri

Castellare di Castellina

Castello Banfi

Catena Zapata

Caymus

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Champagne Bollinger

Champagne Lanson

Château de Nalys

Château d’Esclans

Château Leoville Las Cases

Château Léoville Poyferré

Château Miraval

Château Pichon Baron

Chimney Rock

CIRQ Estate

Diamond Creek Vineyards

Domaine Laroche

Duckhorn

DuMOL

E. Guigal

Familia Torres

Far Niente

Ferrari-Carano

Fontodi

Fuligni

Hanzell

Heitz

Il Poggione

K Vintners

Kistler

Klein Constantia

Klipsun

Lingua Franca

Loveblock

Marchesi Frescobaldi

Marqués de Cáceres

Merry Edwards

Mollydooker

Nino Franco Spumante

Outpost

Paul Hobbs

Pio Cesare

Planeta

Poderi Aldo Conterno

Quinta do Noval

Roederer Estate

Rust en Vrede

San Filippo

Sanford

Schramsberg

Seña

Tenuta San Guido

Terlato

Viña Don Melchor

Viña San Pedro

Restaurants

aioli

Almond Palm Beach

Angle

Bodega Taqueria y Tequila

Breeze Ocean Kitchen

Brick & Barrel Gastropub

Burt & Max’s

Café Centro

Café Chardonnay

Christopher’s Kitchen

City Cellar

Coolinary and The Parched Pig

Deck 84

Driftwood

Earth and Sugar

Echo

Ela Curry Kitchen

Gallaghers Steakhouse

Galley

Ganache Bakery

Grato

Henry’s Palm Beach

Honeybelle at PGA National Resort

Johan’s Joe

Leila

Lewis Prime Grill

Lost Tree Country Club

Max’s Grille

Meat Market

Oceana Co ee

Palm Beach County

Convention Center

PB Catch Seafood & Raw Bar

Pig Beach Palm Beach

Pink Steak

Pistache French Bistro

pizzaioli

PLANTA

Polpo Palm Beach

Prezzo Palm Beach Gardens

Pumphouse Co ee

Roasters

Ravish O Ocean

Seminole Reef Grill

Stage Kitchen & Bar

Sushi by Bou

Other Participants

American Airlines

Mastercard

Aviation Gin

Blade & Bow

Cadillac Creekstone Farms

Els for Autism

Flavour Gallery

Icelandic Water

Kroger Delivery

Mount Gay Rum

The Ice Cream Club

The Palm Beaches

VerTerra Dinnerware

SAVOR

BOLD FLAVORS, COOL COCKTAILS, AND LOCAL FAVORITES

EAST OUT WEST

If you think the areas surrounding the Florida Turnpike are culinary noman’s-lands where fast food chains reign supreme, think again. Located off Atlantic Avenue in western Delray Beach, the new Yakitori Sushi House is elevating on-ramp-adjacent dining with an array of authentic Japanese delights. Tina Wang and chef Jason Zheng (the same restaurateurs behind downtown Delray’s Coco Sushi Lounge and Boca’s Saiko-I Lounge & Hibachi) have crafted a compelling lunch and dinner menu dotted with top-notch standbys and delicious surprises. Take their rendition of the now-mandatory spicy tuna and crispy rice pairing: Yakitori’s Spicy Tuna Biscuit features tuna atop crispy rice crackers, layered with caviar, jalapeño, wasabi mayonnaise, and eel sauce. When takeout cravings hit, Yakitori also offers favorites such as fried rice, stir-fries, soups, robata grill skewers, classic and signature sushi rolls, and a bang bang shrimp that is worth every mayo-rich calorie. (yakitoridelray.com) —Mary

Murray

HIDDEN GEM

At Yakitori Sushi House, indulge in sashimi and sake (inset) as well as tuna tartare with guacamole and chips (below).

Halloween HAUL

GOODS UP YOUR TRICK-OR-TREATING GAME WITH ARTISAN OFFERINGS FROM LOCAL PURVEYORS

BY MARY MURRAY

SOMEBODY’S WATCHING ME

Halloween is prime time at Scheurer’s Chocolate in Boynton Beach. In operation since 1980, this woman-owned chocolate shop offers an array of spooky sweets, including solid googly eye pops ($6 each), available in milk and dark chocolate. (scheurerschocolate.com)

TAKE A BITE

Dead Ringer

Having garnered a local fan base for its delicious and daring creations, 5150 Chocolate in Delray Beach is a natural choice for upscale Halloween candy. Try the silver-colored milk chocolate tombstones ($7 each), packaged atop crushed Oreo soil. (5150chocolate.com)

FLY BY NIGHT

Earlier this year, Lisa and Matt Schwartz became the owners of Chocolates by Mr. Roberts, which has been in Boca Raton since 1982. Come October, fill your basket with a creepy cast of chocolate characters, including a dark chocolate bat ($9). (chocolatesby mrroberts.com)

Dolcetto o Scherzetto

For fun-size candies that are far more treat than trick, stop by Palm Beach’s Amici Market, the area’s exclusive retailer of Venchi chocolates ($58 per pound). The Italian company creates hundreds of flavors, including the Cremino 1878, featuring almond paste sandwiched between layers of milk gianduja made with Piedmont hazelnuts. (amicimarket.com)

THE GREAT PUMPKIN

Founded in Lake Worth, Hoffman’s Chocolates now operates four locations across the county. The company’s most popular Halloween item is its chocolate pumpkin ($5), with milk chocolate hiding an Oreo center. (hoffmans.com)

A Florida institution since 1983, Peterbrooke Chocolatier offers gourmet favorites. Fulfill your “apple a day” quota at the Palm Beach location, which makes custom decorated caramel apples ($18 each) and plain caramel apples with chocolate drizzle ($15 each). (peterbrooke.com)

Under Wraps

Jupiter’s The Chocolate Spectrum is an artisan chocolate company with a mission: to give individuals with autism or other developmental differences hands-on business training. The Chocolate Spectrum carries a range of Halloween goodies, such as these homemade mummy twinkies ($5 each), crafted using natural ingredients and dipped in white chocolate. (thechocolatespectrum.com)

Mamma Mia

Boca Raton’s Cosa Duci Italian Bakery recently opened a boutique deli in Royal Palm Place Plaza called Mercato Italiano, offering a range of specialty items imported directly from Italy. Both spots specialize in cucina povera, the old-style dishes of culinary matriarch Giovanna Fausto. The Fausto family established their bakery in 2007 and began using their culinary prowess to make an impact when Giovanna’s son was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.

“Every year, we donate approximately 700 boxes of cookies to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society South Florida for the Annual MS Gala Luncheon,” says Silvia Fausto, Giovanna’s daughter and partner. “This event serves as an important gathering for individuals and organizations dedicated to raising awareness and funds for research toward finding a cure for multiple sclerosis.”

While customers can enjoy both the charity and treats

of this bakery, they can also learn how to cook them. For October, the Faustos will host classes on pumpkin biscotti, holiday ricotta lemon cookies, pappardelle pasta, and focaccia. Each lesson begins with a glass of wine or prosecco and antipasto in Cosa Duci’s dining area. (cosaduci.com, mercatoitalianobocaraton.com) —Marlowe

Dunn Flom

A selective guide to Palm Beach-area restaurants

THE LISTINGS

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

$ Most entrees under $25

$$ Most entrees $25-$40

$$$ Most entrees $40 or more

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

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

AMERICAN

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

AQUAGRILLE Savor coastal cuisine in beachy environs. 14121 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach (aquagrillejuno.com) $$

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

BATCH Stop by for an upscale take on classic Southern fare, including vegetarian selections. 223 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (batchsouthernkitchen.com) $

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

CITRUS GRILLHOUSE Chef Scott Varricchio turns out artfully prepared seafood dishes. 1050 Easter Lily Lane, Vero Beach (citrusgrillhouse.com) $$

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

COOLINARY Chef Tim Lipman has merged his café and watering hole at this hot spot. 4580 Donald Ross Road Suite 105, Palm Beach Gardens (thecoolpig.com) $$

THE COOPER Practicing farm-to-table cooking at PGA Commons. 4610 PGA Blvd. Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens (thecooperrestaurant.com) $$

DADA Boasting an eclectic and hip atmosphere, Dada serves a fresh spin on standards in the historic Tar-

rimore house. 52 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach (sub-culture.org/locations/dada/) $$

ENTRE NOUS BISTRO Home-style cooking commingles with gourmet fare. 123 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach (entrenousbistro.com) $$$

GALLEY Visit the Hilton West Palm Beach for grilled delicacies with a coastal flair. 600 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach (galleywestpalmbeach.com) $$

GARY RACK’S FARMHOUSE KITCHEN At this healthy hangout, farm-fresh ingredients reign supreme. 204 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 399 S.E. Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton (farmhousekitchenboca.com) $$

HENRY’S PALM BEACH This American-inspired bistro is perfect for dinner, drinks, or weekend brunch. 229 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (thebreakers.com) $$$

HIVE BAKERY & CAFÉ Satisfy your sweet tooth andbreakfast, lunch, and take-home dinner cravings. 1603 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (hivebakeryandcafe.com) $

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

HOWLEY’S This circa-1950 diner serves tried-and-true classics, including a rotating TV Dinner special, in nostalgic surrounds. 4700 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (sub-culture.org/howleys) $

KITCHEN Matthew Byrne opened his family-run eateries to serve sophisticated but not intimidating fare. 319 Belvedere Road #2, West Palm Beach; 5250 Donald Ross Road #100, Palm Beach Gardens (kitchenpb.com) $$$

The Fausto family crafts Italian sweets and antipasto at their deli and bakery.

The Dish: Classic Ceviche

The Drink: Some Like it Hot

Behind the Pairing: As Naked Taco’s version of a spicy margarita, the Some Like it Hot features muddled jalapeños and fresh passion fruit. It’s a lovely counterpoint to the refreshing ceviche with shrimp, corvina, sweet potato, corn, and leche de tigre.

LEWIS PRIME GRILL This grill house serves up steaks, chops, and seafood favorites. 7040 Seminole Pratt Whitney Road, Loxahatchee (lewisprimegrill.com) $$

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

MAX’S GRILLE This cross between a steak house and a sports bar has been attracting fans since 1991 404 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (maxsgrille.com) $$

NEVS BARBECUE Taste Texan brisket, pork sausage, and more at this authentic spot. 9910 Alternate A1A Unit 709, Palm Beach Gardens (nevsbarbecue.com) $

THE OFFICE This hip gastropub offers high-end comfort food and an impressive selection of craft beer. 201 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (theofficedelray.com) $$

PELICAN CAFÉ Enjoy a New England ambience, wines from around the world, and homemade doughnuts. 612 U.S. Hwy. 1, Lake Park (thepelicancafe.com) $$

PROPER GRIT This gastropub in The Ben hotel pays homage to Old Florida. 251 N. Narcissus Ave., West Palm Beach (propergrit.com) $$$

SOUTH OF THE BORDER PAIRINGS

With locations across South Florida—including in Boca Raton and soon in Wellington—Naked Taco serves creative Mexican fare in a fun, high-energy setting. Here, owner Ralph Pagano shares his favorite foodand-drink pairings. (lovenakedtaco.com) —M.M.

The Dish: Chicken Tikka Burrito

The Drink: Mezcal Gin Clover

Behind the Pairing: Providing a smoky complement to the burrito’s Indian spices, the Mezcal Gin Clover is “tart, bright, and very crushable,” says Pagano.

The Dish: Blackened Octopus Taco

The Drink: Tamal Collins

Behind the Pairing: This taco is rich in Mediterranean flavors, says Pagano. It pairs well with the surprisingly complex Tamal Collins, which includes a house-made tamal syrup.

THE REGIONAL Chef Lindsay Autry pairs her Southern roots with Mediterranean flavors. 651 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach (eatregional.com) $$

RH ROOFTOP The top floor of Restoration Hardware boasts a dazzling dining space. 560 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach (rh.com) $$

SOURBON KITCHEN & BAR American dining with a botanical atmosphere. 215 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (sourbon.com) $$

SWIFTY’S AT THE COLONY Cosmopolitan dining meets island ease. 155 Hammon Ave., Palm Beach (thecolonypalmbeach.com) $$$

TABLE 26 Presenting comfort food in a setting fit for dates and business luncheons. 1700 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (table26palmbeach.com) $$$

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

TROY’S BARBEQUE Locals return again and again for the superior barbecue. 3950 Georgia Ave., West

Palm Beach; 1920 S. Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach (bbqtroys.com) $

THE WOODS Tiger Woods’ take on an upscale sports bar presents elevated American cuisine. 129 Soundings Ave., Jupiter (thewoods.tigerwoods.com) $$$

ASIAN AND INDIAN

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

BLACKBIRD This modern Asian concept boasts sexy interiors that match its inventive menu. 1511 N. Old Dixie Hwy., Jupiter (blackbirdmodernasian.com) $$

ECHO The Asian restaurant of The Breakers offers dishes from China, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam. 230A Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach (echopalmbeach.com) $$$

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

INDUS INDIAN AND HERBAL CUISINE Choose from an extensive menu of traditional dishes. 1649 Forum Place, West Palm Beach (indusdine.com) $$

JOY NOODLES Order the fresh ramen at this vegetarianfriendly hidden gem. 2200 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (joynoodles.net) $$

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

NITROGEN BAR, GRILL, AND SUSHI This Jupiter outpost features a speakeasy-style bar, impeccable rolls, and innovative hot dishes. 6779 W. Indiantown Road Suite 18, Jupiter (nitrogenrestaurant.com) $$

RAMEN LAB EATERY Both the noodles and the rich broth are made in-house. 25 N.E. 2nd Ave. #114, Delray Beach; 100 N.E. 2nd St., Boca Raton; 20449 State Road 7 Unit #A5, Boca Raton (ramenlabeatery.com) $

SUSHI JO Chef Joseph Clark offers a cosmopolitan Japanese dining experience. 319 Belvedere Road #112, West Palm Beach; 14261 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach; 640 E. Ocean Ave. #4, Boynton Beach (sushijo.com) $$

ECLECTIC

BARCELLO With a pasta section ranging from Pad Thai to rigatoni, Barcello’s menu is one of the most unique

in Palm Beach County. 11603 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach (barcellonpb.com) $$

GRANDVIEW PUBLIC MARKET This food hall features something for everyone, from poke to tacos. 1401 Clare Ave., West Palm Beach (grandviewpublic.com) $

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

LOLA 41 This vibrant restaurant bases its menu off of the flavors found along the forty-first parallel. 290 Sunset Ave., Palm Beach (lola41.com) $$

SPRUZZO Enjoy views of the Intracoastal at this rooftop hangout with a globally inspired menu. 251 N. Narcissus Ave.,West Palm Beach (spruzzowestpalm.com) $$

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

FRENCH AND FRENCH AMERICAN

ALMOND Serving classic French comfort food and global-inspired plates. 207 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (almondrestaurant.com) $$

CAFÉ BOULUD This four-star restaurant boasts the same French flair as its NYC cousin. 301 Australian Ave., Palm Beach, in The Brazilian Court (cafeboulud.com) $$$

FRENCH GRILL HOUSE French cuisine hits the grill at this outpost by the Delrieu brothers. 427 Northwood Road, West Palm Beach (frenchgrillhouse.com) $$

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

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

PISTACHE FRENCH BISTRO Presenting French bistro bites with a Mediterranean twist. 101 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach (pistachewpb.com) $$

ITALIAN

ADRIENNE’S PIZZABAR Adrienne’s slings Neapolitanstyle pizza and other favorites. 378 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (adriennespizzabar.com) $

ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA Known for quality pizza and Italian soul food. 1900 Okeechobee Blvd. Suite A-5, West Palm Beach; 2680 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 115 N.E. 6th Ave., Delray Beach; 21065 Powerline Road #5A, Boca Raton; 851 S. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton; 1000 S. State Road 7, Wellington; 2343 S.E. Federal Hwy., Stuart (acfp.com) $

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EXCENTRICITIES

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FOODIE EVENTS

FRESHMAN FAVORITES

The West Palm Beach GreenMarket returns to the waterfront October 7, and this season promises to be bigger and better than ever. Recently named the best farmers market in the country for the third time in a row in USA Today’s 10 Best readers’ choice poll, the GreenMarket will welcome 30 new vendors, bringing the total to 125 for the 2023-24 season. The newbies include Hive Bakery & Café, Palm Beach Salt Co., Indiantown’s Homegrown Shrimp, Okeechobee-based Rancher’s Reserve, Palm Beach Creamed Honey, The Stand (a mobile cold-pressed juice bar by Palmtrees & Popcorn), Lake Worth’s Fruitful Society Mushrooms, and Lo’s Pies out of West Palm Beach, among many others. (wpb.org) —M.M.

BUONASERA RISTORANTE Perfectly executed Northern Italian dishes in an intimate setting. 2145 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (buonaserajupiter1993.com) $$$

CAFÉ SAPORI Offering classics from every region of Italy. 205 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach (cafe saporicorp.com) $$

ELISABETTA’S This sleek eatery slings up handmade Italian delicacies. 185 Banyan Blvd., West Palm Beach; 32 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (elisabettas.com) $$

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

IL BELLAGIO The food is stellar and so is the setting. 600 S. Rosemary Ave. Suite 170, West Palm Beach (ilbellagio.com) $$

JOSEPHINE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Josephine’s boasts Italian cuisine in a casual atmosphere. 5751 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (josephinesofboca.com) $$$

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

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

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

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

PARADISO RISTORANTE Serving traditional Italian meals along with some surprises. 625 Lucerne Ave., Lake Worth (paradisolakeworth.com) $$$

POLPO PALM BEACH The cuisine of Southern Italy comes alive at the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa. 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (eaupalmbeach.com) $$$

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

ROSE’S DAUGHTER Chef Suzanne Perrotto carries on her mother’s culinary legacy. 169 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (rosesdaughterdelray.com) $$

SERENA PASTIFICIO The scratch kitchen turns out handmade pasta plus both hearty and light favorites. 301 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (serena-pastificio.com) $$

LATIN AMERICAN AND MEXICAN

AUSTIN REPUBLIC Chef James Strine flexes his TexMex muscle at this neighborhood eatery. 4801 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (theaustinrepublic.com) $

AVOCADO CANTINA Stop by for high-end Mexican fare in a high-energy setting. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens (avocadocantina.com) $$

BANKO CANTINA Mexican flavors thrive at this eatery and tequila bar. 114 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach (bankocantina.com) $

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

HAVANA This family-friendly cantina serves all the Cuban specialties we’ve come to love. 6801 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (havanacubanfood.com) $

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

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

SEAFOOD

3800 OCEAN Embark on a culinary journey at this seafood-centric restaurant in the Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort. 3800 N. Ocean Drive, Riviera Beach (marriott.com) $$$

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

CAPTAIN CHARLIE’S REEF GRILL The Cajun entrées at this unassuming spot pack a punch. 12846 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach (captaincharliesreefgrillfl.com) $

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

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

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

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

PB CATCH This contemporary seafood restaurant is the brainchild of Pistache’s Reid Boren and Thierry Beaud. 251 Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach (pbcatch.com) $$$

RACKS FISH HOUSE + OYSTER BAR Enjoy steam kettles, Prohibition-style cocktails, and a Grand Central–inspired oyster bar in a New England setting. 5 S.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (racksdelray.com) $$

SEAWAY Fresh ocean ingredients and Latin flavors commingle at this oceanfront eatery at the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach. 2800 S. Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach (fourseasons.com/palmbeach) $$

SINCLAIRS OCEAN GRILL The sleek decor matches the mouthwatering menu at this upscale beachfront dining location. 5 N. A1A, Jupiter, in the Jupiter Beach Resort (sinclairsoceangrill.com) $$$

SPOTO’S OYSTER BAR Along with satisfying seafood dishes, enjoy specialty cocktails and wines. 4560 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (spotos.com) $$

WATERWAY CAFE Grab a seat at the floating bar to watch the sun set on the Intracoastal. 2300 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (waterwaycafe.com) $$

New vendors at the West Palm Beach GreenMarket include The Stand juices and Palm Beach Salt Co.

COURTESY OF THE CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH

SMALL PLATES

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

SALUTE MARKET This upscale hangout offers small plates, gourmet sandwiches, salads, and a killer happy hour. 5530 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (salute2u.com) $$

STAGE Through small dishes packed with flavor, Stage presents delicious curries, to gluten-free veggie options, to Korean specialties. 2000 PGA Blvd. Suite 5502, Palm Beach Gardens (stagepga.com) $$

STEAK HOUSE

AVALON Delivering a metropolitan dining experience. 110 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (avalondelray.com) $$$

THE BUTCHER’S CLUB Inside the PGA National Resort, Top Chef winner Jeremy Ford creates dishes that truly taste as amazing as they look. 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens (pgaresort.com) $$$

CHOPS LOBSTER BAR The extensive menu, featuring a collection of steak and seafood options, is complemented by an equally interesting wine list. 101 Plaza Real S., Boca Raton (buckheadrestaurants.com) $$$

FLAGLER STEAKHOUSE Operated by The Breakers, this elegant steak house offers hand-selected cuts of beef in country club environs. 2 S. County Road, Palm Beach (flaglersteakhousepalmbeach.com) $$$

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

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

MEAT MARKET The Palm Beach outpost of the famed Miami Beach steak house offers a dynamic menu and a sexy ambience similar to its original location. 191 Bradley Place, Palm Beach (meatmarket.net) $$$

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

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

PALM BEACH GRILL Emphasizing freshness and consistency, the Palm Beach Grill offers beloved items we have come to expect: ribs, steaks, and seafood. 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (palmbeachgrill.com) $$$

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

THE SPIRIT of the Season

SIP WITH PBI PUT A FLORIDIAN SPIN ON FALL FLAVORS WITH BOURBON, GRAPEFRUIT, AND ROSEMARY

BY JULES ARON

October is more than the sum of all its ghouls and goblins. This month celebrates quintessential fall flavors with such observances as National Pumpkin Day (October 26) and National Apple Day (October 21). Even before Halloween, you can satisfy your sweet tooth on National Cinnamon Roll Day (October 4), National Homemade Cookies Day (October 1), and National Dessert Day (October 14). Yet, if you enjoy a subtler approach to seasonal celebrations, consider embracing autumn with a darker spirit—and no, I don’t mean the eerie specter variety.

Bourbon has a complexity and spice that screams “fall” louder than any werewolf or witch ever could. It’s ideal for cozy evenings around the fire or warm gatherings with friends and family. Bourbon’s oaky sweetness blends well with seasonal offerings such as prime harvested grapefruit and fragrant rosemary. This adaptation of the classic Brown Derby cocktail swaps honey for rosemary syrup, making for the perfect fall sipper.

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Ingredients

1 1/2 oz. bourbon

1 oz. fresh grapefruit juice

3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice

3/4 oz. rosemary syrup (recipe below)

1/4 oz. allspice liqueur

2 dashes orange bitters

Add all ingredients to a shaker and shake with ice. Strain into a glass and garnish with a grapefruit slice and a rosemary spear.

« Rosemary Syrup Ingredients

1 cup water

1 cup agave syrup

7-8 fresh rosemary spears

Bring the water to a boil and add the agave syrup. Stir to dissolve. Add the rosemary spears and remove pot from heat. Steep for at least 30 minutes. Pour the cooled syrup through a mesh strainer into an airtight glass container. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

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DESIGN ORGANIC ESSENCE

Delray Beach designer Kelly

Martinez, of Kelly Marie

Interior Design, married modern and rustic aesthetics in this stunning kitchen that exudes an organic personality. Using a few pieces of furniture that the clients already owned as inspiration, Martinez determined a color palette and then chose complementary

materials to carry throughout the Highland Beach home.

The kitchen plays on wood elements, as seen in the natural wood under-island cabinetry and the block wood shelving that displays plates and pieces in neutral tones. A potted plant holder brings the outdoors in and accents the backsplash crafted from river rocks.

Beyond creating a beautiful space, Martinez measured the success of this project by how well it fits with the family, which includes children and pets. “We selected durable materials [such as] tile floors and porcelain fixtures,” she says. “The barstools are acrylic, so they are easy to wipe down and clean. The vibe is cozy and inviting, while also being functional for daily family life.”

(kellymarieinteriordesign. com) —Liza Grant Smith

THE LUXE VU, CATALINA LACKNER

INSPIRED LIVING

MAKE IT RAIN

TIPS AND INSPO FOR CREATING YOUR DREAM OUTDOOR SHOWER

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

Alfresco living is practically a requirement for South Florida residency, and outdoor showers have been trending in the luxury home market for some time now. This popularity, in turn, has bred creativity. Far beyond old-school showerheads installed in out-of-the-way exterior corners, today’s showers have taken on new roles and are now available in a wide range of styles and materials. Take a look at some of the area’s most captivating showers and learn what it takes to produce a wow-worthy water feature.

THE FUNCTIONALITY

When first envisioning your outdoor shower, it’s important to think through how you will use it. Will your family rinse off after a dip in the pool? Will this shower serve as an extension of your primary bathroom? While the shower may look great in a certain space in your backyard, be sure to situate it where it will be most useful. In this Lyford Cay project, designer Amanda Lindroth placed the outdoor shower near the beach and pool so that it was a convenient stop for anyone heading to the house after a swim.

(amandalindrothdesign.com)

THE MATERIALS

Once you’ve chosen your location, it’s time to decide whether you’d like your shower to be its own standout accent or a continuation of your home’s interior/exterior. If it’s the former, determine the mood you would like to evoke. Glass tiles add a sophisticated feel, while wood brings an earthy, organic vibe that potted plants can further enhance. For a biophilic approach, consider camouflaging the showerhead in a green wall or vertical garden. If you wish to have the shower reflect the home’s design, echo materials you have utilized elsewhere in your abode to create cohesiveness and flow. For example, Honeybee Designz used river rock flooring and teak paneling to tie into the finishes found throughout this coastal, modern, bohemian home. (honeybeedesignz.com)

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THE PRIVACY

When designing your outdoor shower, opt for as much or as little privacy as you feel comfortable with. That being said, privacy features present another opportunity to add visual intrigue. High cutouts and/or an open-air top can provide a view, while still obscuring the view of you. At this Vero Beach home, Moor, Baker & Associates (moorarch. com) employed lattice work and other architectural details to deliver sunlit gazebo coverage. A door is another easy way to enhance privacy and aesthetic.

Just ask the team at Nievera Williams (nievera williams.com), which incorporated wooden doors and walls with fretwork into this outdoor shower.

THE DETAILS

Don’t forget the odds and ends that will pull the whole space together. For instance, you’ll need a hook or a small cabinet for towels, plus a niche or shelf to store shampoo and soap. And consider a teak shower seat where you can rest while showering or place belongings such as a cover-up.

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JESSICA GLYNN

Nievera Williams

Moor, Baker & Associates

ELEMENTS

For All the MARBLES

WHETHER IT’S THE MATERIAL OR THE METHOD OF DESIGN, MARBLE BRINGS STRENGTH AND SOPHISTICATION TO INTERIOR SCENES

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

GAME PLAN

The Two’s Company marble mancala set ($125) boasts silver and gold metal stones. Palm Harbor Boutique, West Palm Beach, Jupiter (palmharborboutique.com)

RING TRUE Sferra’s Anelli napkin rings ($45 for set of two) highlight the mineral elegance of marble. Pioneer Linens, West Palm Beach (pioneer linens.com)

GALAXY QUEST

Take your tablescape on a celestial journey with Kim Seybert’s Cosmos placemats ($380 for set of four), featuring ivory, gold, and silver marbling. T is for Table, West Palm Beach (tisfortable.com)

LIGHT OF DAY

While the Currey and Company marble Khalil table lamp ($801) lights up dark spaces at night, it also shines during the day. LBU Lighting, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton (lbulighting.com)

STYLISH R&R Supreme comfort meets luxe design on this marble-patterned, 100-percent cashmere throw (starts at $1,475) by Saved New York Via Coquina, Palm Beach (viacoquina.com)

TAKE A FANCY TO Jennifer Knowles of Knowles Design created an opulent sanctuary by playing off this home’s surroundings. “My objective with this primary suite bathroom was to exude radiance and luster, and to emulate the movement, presence, and rich color of the water that surrounds this stunning estate,” she explains. “From the shining marble floor mosaic to the polished white acrylic tub and the mirrored fretwork-paneled door, this luxurious en-suite undeniably captures the spirit of the Palm Beach Intracoastal Waterway vistas seen from every window of the home, as well as the ocean that lies just beyond.” Boca Raton (knowlesdesign.com)

CUT ABOVE With handles carved from black Marquina marble, these knives ($50 for set of three) from Williams Sonoma will level up a chic cheese plate. Williams Sonoma, Palm Beach Gardens, Boca Raton (williams-sonoma.com)

SERVE ITS PURPOSE

Behind its laminated black forest marble door fronts, the Linea marble server ($4,000) from City Furniture conceals ample storage space. City Furniture locations (cityfurniture.com)

HERITAGE

Islands in the Sun

THE HISTORY BEHIND PALM BEACH’S TRIO OF EXCLUSIVE RESIDENTIAL ISLETS

BY MARIE PENNY

Palm Beach is just 16 miles in length and less than a mile wide. However, there are three small islands off the barrier island that have their own unique stories to tell. During the 1930s and 1950s, as demand for housing increased, developers such as the Phipps Family (who owned Bessemer Properties Inc.) looked to these islands. Here, we share the origins of each.

1. IBIS ISLE, 1953

ORIGINAL NAME: PENNER ISLAND

Ibis Isle is named after the ibis bird, a year-round resident of Florida thanks to the state’s abundance of wetlands. Its former name may refer to the Penner family, who resided on the island during the pioneer era. Bessemer Properties purchased and platted the subdivision in 1953, right on the cusp of the South End development boom. It’s home to the French Villas low-rise condominiums and Eugene Lawrence’s modern condominium, Tower Vallencay, which was designated as a landmark in 2021.

2. TARPON ISLAND, 1939

ORIGINAL NAME: CLEMENT ISLAND

Tarpon is an island unto itself, developed at the same time as Everglades Island and intended to be a single residential lot. The 3-acre island features a historically significant house designed in 1939 by Howard Major, with later additions by John Volk. Major’s private island Bermuda-style house features distinctive curved parapets and Chippendale railing.

3. EVERGLADES ISLAND, 1937

ORIGINAL NAME: LONE CABBAGE ISLAND

This small sandbar was named after the single cabbage palm that stood on its southernmost point. In 1937, the Island Development Company (owned by Bessemer Properties) began

platting the island and constructing Island Road to connect it to Palm Beach. Two years later, in 1939, the name was changed to Everglades Island, likely due to its proximity to the Everglades Club golf course. After World War II, the project resumed, and the sandbar achieved island status as it was expanded and further platted. Tropical, ranch-style houses proliferated on Everglades Island during this era. The posts on the island’s gate feature eagles with extended wings in this early rendering by architect John Volk; the gates were designated as a landmark in 2004.

Marie Penny is the consulting director of archives for the Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach.

Three of Palm Beach’s most notable residential addresses, from top: Ibis Isle; Tarpon Island; Everglades Island, distinguished by its landmarked gates by John Volk.

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OVERVIEW

This coveted Prospect Park residence offers breathtaking, unobstructed Intracoastal views.

ADDRESS

3101 Washington Road, West Palm Beach

YEAR BUILT

1920 ARCHITECT

REG Architects, West Palm Beach

BUILDER

Ray Puzzitiello, Puzzitiello Builders, West Palm Beach

INTERIOR DESIGNER

Cathy Dykman-Acinger, Dykman Acinger Design

ASKING PRICE

$7,525,000

DEVELOPMENT

Historic Prospect Park SIZE

5,048 square feet of living space

BEDROOMS/BATHS

Three bedrooms, three baths, one half bath, plus one guest cottage with bath

INTERIOR HIGHLIGHTS

This gated estate has been fully and thoughtfully renovated and expanded. Situated on an 11,920-square-foot lot, this home offers three bedrooms and three and a half baths in the main house in addition to a separate guest cottage. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, appointed with a Wolf range and SubZero refrigerator, custom cabinetry, and an oversize

quartz island. The primary suite is a sanctuary, including beamed ceilings, a private east-facing balcony, and a luxurious primary bath.

EXTERIOR HIGHLIGHTS

Enjoy Florida living at its finest with a resort-style heated pool and built-in grill. Additional features include an air-conditioned two-car garage, a fully automated Lutron system, a full-house Generac generator, and a custom security system.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Lisa Wilkinson, Douglas Elliman, West Palm Beach (561-723-9500, lisa.wilkinson@elliman.com)

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THIS FULLY RENOVATED GATED ESTATE IN HISTORIC PROSPECT PARK BOASTS A GUEST COTTAGE, A RESORTSTYLE POOL, AND STRIKING INTRACOASTAL VIEWS.

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AGENTS & STAFF WOULD LIKE TO CONGRATULATE ROB

THOMSON

FOR RECEIVING THE 2023 HUMANITARIAN OF THE YEAR AWARD

FROM THE FLORIDA REALTORS ASSOCIATION

Rob Thomson is being recognized for his ongoing support of Big Dog Ranch Rescue. He serves as Vice President on the board and has made lifetime donations in the hundreds of thousands. In July, he led the Big Dog Ranch Christmas in July event, covering $10,000 of adoption fees for local heroes – first responders, police, military personnel, and veterans. Rob was also instrumental in launching the Veteran Dog Training Program, benefiting over 50 veterans by providing them with service dogs for disabilities such as PTSD.

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The Next Move Is Yours

BALANCE

YOUR

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

WICKED RIDE

Bringing a fun and fashionable twist to Halloween for a needy cause, the twelfth annual Witches of Delray Charity Bike Ride will attract an estimated 400 participants dressed in their finest “witch wear.” The ride will take place October 28 from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m., with witches trading in their brooms for decorated bicycles as they travel from Delray Beach City Hall through downtown and along scenic A1A. “Where else but a town like Delray Beach can you see the creativity and spirit of the community

come together in such a magical way?” says event co-founder Andie DeVoe. The charitable ride has raised more than $150,000 to benefit Delray Beach’s Achievement Centers for Children & Families (ACCF), a community-based organization serving nearly 700 local under-resourced children and families. ACCF children benefit from preschool, after-school, teen, and summer camp programs that help prepare them for academic and social success. (witchesofdelray.org)

—Judy Alexandra DiEdwardo

The Witches of Delray Charity Bike Ride will take place October 28.

RUNNING HOT AND COLD

Delray Beach’s Slash Fitness has the perfect experience for those who relish life’s extremes.

In the Fire and Ice class, participants start with a 45-minute functional-style workout in the sun. During this time, exercises utilize the whole

BOTOX and Beyond

body and emphasize core strength and stability, using equipment such as medicine balls, cinder blocks, ropes, and sandbags. Next comes a cold plunge into a 300-gallon tank filled with 100 pounds of ice water, which helps with postworkout inflammation and muscle soreness.

“The Slash Fitness Fire and Ice program can benefit every person regardless of fitness level, age, exercise experience, or time available for training,” says Austin Brock, the studio’s co-founder. “When participants try out the cold

When Cristina Monaco was 16, she saw her mom receive Botox for the first time and took note of how much joy she gained from the experience. “Witnessing this side of medicine that could positively impact self-esteem ignited my desire to pursue a career in the field,” says Monaco. “My dream was always to be in medicine and to contribute to people’s well-being and confidence. With more than a decade of experience as an aesthetic injector, I noticed a gap in the market for upscale aesthetic services.” This realization led her to create Bespoke Aesthetics, a high-end aesthetic medicine practice in West Palm Beach that features customized skin care and antiaging treatments. Two that she is particularly excited about are Sylfirm X, a cutting-edge radiofrequency skin-tightening device, and Sofwave, a noninvasive ultrasound solution for fine lines and wrinkles that works well for lifting eyebrows. Monaco shares her favorites, expert tips, and more on her podcast, Talk Aesthetics to Me (bespokeaestheticspb.com) —Liza Grant

Smith

plunge for the first time, they are supported by a Slash Fitness coach and certified trainer, who helps with preparation, breath work, and ensuring you feel comfortable throughout.”

Brock notes that those in the class see instant benefits—whether placebo or otherwise. “Members often feel more energetic, have improved cognitive function and focus throughout the day, and 100 percent feel their body recovering faster so they can work out harder and sooner.” (slashfitpro.com) —L.G.S.

Cristina Monaco (below right) has opened Bespoke Aesthetics, a high-end aesthetic medicine practice in West Palm Beach.

PREVENTION:

“Like many diseases, you can reduce your chances of developing breast cancer by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. My top advice would be to stay active, especially since physical fitness has many benefits as you age, including helping to prevent breast cancer. Brisk exercise for 150 minutes per week goes a long way. It is also important to maintain a healthy diet, including limiting alcohol, which is known to increase a woman’s risk of breast cancer.”

Combatting Cancer

Dr. Julian Berrocal credits a high school volunteer program at Jupiter Medical Center with igniting his interest in medicine. Now a breast surgical oncologist, the Palm Beach County native has returned to JMC as part of the hospital’s Comprehensive Breast Care Program. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Berrocal shares strategies for breast cancer prevention and early detection. (jupitermed.com) —L.G.S.

DETECTION: “Breast cancer is highly treatable when caught early, which is why screening is so important. It is recommended that every woman undergo a bilateral 3D screening mammogram on an annual basis for breast cancer beginning at the age of 40. If a woman has dense breasts, [she] should consider supplemental screening with either breast ultrasound or breast MRI. For women who have a strong family history of breast cancer or who may be considered at high risk of developing breast cancer, they should speak with their physician about their lifetime risk of developing breast cancer to develop a more tailored approach to breast cancer screening.”

Dr. Ilona Fotek is a renowned Biological and Cosmetic Dentist, known for her artistic finesse and safe dental restorative methods. Together with Dr. Paul Fotek, a board-certified periodontist and implant specialist, they offer unmatched expertise in smile design and mouth rehabilitation.

Dr. Julian Berrocal

NUTRITION A FRESH START

This spring, Fit Food Express in Delray Beach held a grand reopening just steps from its previous location. The new space offers the same dedication to fresh, high-quality ingredients, but with more room for dining and a cozy lounge that mirrors Delray’s charming artisan vibe. Husband-and-wife owners Andrew Arnold and Sydney Breiding note that their meals, smoothies, juices, and acai bowls are made from scratch and free of added sugars and sweeteners. Here, they share a few highlights. (fitfoodexpress.com) —L.G.S.

SMOOTHIE: The DB Smoothie. Named after Delray Beach, this smoothie is blue like the Atlantic, filled with tropical fruits, and topped with coconut shreds.

JUICE: The Green Monster. Packed with greens, vitamins, and minerals and 100 percent organic, this has been Fit Food Express’ most popular juice since the restaurant opened.

TO-GO MEALS:

Classy Kale Salad and/ or Teriyaki Chicken. The vegan salad is full of veggies, colorful and fresh, and will keep you going all day. The teriyaki chicken features a grilled chicken breast over coconut rice and edamame, topped with a grilled pineapple slice and teriyaki glaze.

MEDITATION

Take it Lying Down

If your favorite part of a yoga class is lying on the mat at the end, then Yoga Nidra might be for you. A practice of radiant rest and enlightened sleep, Yoga Nidra invites practitioners to rest in savasana (or corpse pose) for the duration of the class. Fern Conn, a certified Yoga Nidra teacher and owner of Delray Beach’s Dancing Lion Studio, describes the experience as being guided into a deep state of consciousness.

“Yoga Nidra is a beautiful practice of allowing the body and mind to rest in the most profound way,” says Conn. “It can even feel more restful than a night’s sleep.”

According to Conn, participants begin by creating a “nest” using items like blankets and pillows. They’re then guided to relax and offered various ways to focus on breath. The intention is to stay aware and awake, while allowing your mind and body to enter a deep rest. By calming your sympathetic nervous system (the part that manages stressful situations by controlling your fight-or-flight response), you can lower cortisol levels to alleviate anxiety and help with depression. The parasympathetic system can take over and work to conserve and restore energy.

“Meditation and Yoga Nidra are some of the most profound tools for helping to manage the struggles of our days,” says Conn. “Most recently, Yoga Nidra has been one of the main practices that has kept me feeling grounded as I battled breast cancer. It helps manage and release the attachments to thoughts that are not supportive or sustainable for a healthy life. The essence of Yoga Nidra is surrendering and letting go.” (dancinglionstudio.com) —L.G.S.

Fern Conn, certified Yoga Nidra teacher and owner of Dancing Lion Studio

BEDTIME STORY TECH

Focused on the core principle that “healthy people have healthy cells,” Toni Goren founded Boynton Beach–based PureWave after she discovered the effectiveness of electromagnetic devices for her own health issues. Goren, along with a team of engineers, set out to design an energy system that supports stress management, energy coherence, and cellular function. Among their developments is the VEMI Biosynchronizer Bed, which delivers millions of gentle frequencies, sound, and infrared heat designed to reset the biophysiology of the body.

“The VEMI acts like a harmonics conductor syncing all the cells, tissues, and body parts to vibrate at the same time with the same intensity,” explains Maria Krajnak, PureWave’s business manager. “When this happens, an altered state of consciousness can occur— similar to the great sages, yogis, and modern-day shamans—where you can tap into your own heightened intuitive awareness for complete restoration, improved clarity, and better health.”

The VEMI aims to restore coherence to the body’s biofield, which is an electromagnetic field that all living things create, explains Krajnak. “Our fields are constantly interacting with other fields or devices that output beneficial or nonbeneficial frequencies known as electromagnetic fields. Our bio-wellness devices help to mitigate the effects of disruptive frequencies like smart meters, Wi-Fi, and cell phones. A lot of stress and dysfunction within the body stems from chaotic interference fields, but our ‘pure waves’ help to restore clear communication and signaling for restored optimal health.”

Ready to try it yourself? While the bed retails for $50,000, you can experience its effects at select wellness centers and spas including at the Carillon Miami Wellness Resort. (pure wavelife.com) —L.G.S.

PureWave’s VEMI Biosynchronizer Bed assists with stress management, energy coherence, and cellular function.

TRENDING

SKIN IN THE GAME

HELPING HANDS

In our quest to protect our skin from the sun and environmental toxins, we sometimes overlook our hands. The Omnilux contour glove ($345) is an FDA-cleared red light therapy device clinically proven to improve the appearance of sunspots, pigmentation, wrinkles, dry skin, and uneven skin tone. Its red and near-infrared wavelengths also work to reduce inflammation, joint pain, and irritation as well as boost the production of collagen and elastin. (omniluxled.com)

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

connective tissue that encases organs, joints, and muscles throughout the body. While she initially developed the personal-use device for pain relief and performance optimization, Black discovered an unexpected benefit: a reduction in cellulite. Through tissue massaging, the FasciaBlaster helps break the fascial connections apart and minimize the appearance of dimpling. (ashleyblackguru.com)

HEAVEN SENT

Manufactured from surgicalgrade hydrogel, AngelLift Dermastrips ($79) are a noninvasive way to address lower facial lines and wrinkles. Worn like teeth-whitening strips, Dermastrips help to replace the pressure you lose as your gums naturally recede, with the skin becoming smoother and tighter in response to the lifting beneath the surface. This Botox Shark Tank success story, with Lori Greiner buying a stake in the company. (angellift.com)

WRINKLE WARRIOR

Designed by a Japanese makeup artist and skin care specialist, the Toute Nuit facial wrinkle flattening patches ($16 per pack) relax underlying facial muscles and, with repeated use, flatten deep-set wrinkles and smooth fine lines. The patches come in six shapes based on the wrinkle zone you wish to vanish. Apply to your face before bedtime and sleep your way to a younger visage. (toutenuit.com)

MORE THAN JUST INFLUENCER HYPE, THESE BEAUTY TOOLS ARE WORTH ADDING TO YOUR SELF-CARE ARSENAL

Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS, IAHRS

GOOD NATURE

From the Ground Up

TIPS FOR HOW TO FEEL ROOTED, IN EVERY SENSE OF THE WORD

BY TAMMY FENDER

This time of year, when I harvest the ginger and turmeric in my kitchen garden, is all about roots. All summer long, it looked like nothing was happening in those garden beds. Did the plants even survive the heat? And then came the happy surprise of pulling these little gems from the soil, a mass of beautifully twisted gnarled treasures.

Just like the fall season here in South Florida, roots have so much potential. The root is where a plant stores its vital energy. But the metaphorical connection goes even deeper. Come fall, I often see clients in my treatment room who are pulling deeply from their own energetic reserves—their roots—and may be close to depletion. This is an important time to replenish the inner resources we all draw upon, regardless of whether we are feeling challenged, carefree, or somewhere in-between.

One of the ways I love to stay rooted once the pace picks up includes being in nature, where I can quite literally feel more grounded by kicking off my shoes to walk barefoot in the sand or on the grass. This natural sense of support can come through the hands as well. Connect with the soothing elements all around you by trailing

digging in the soil, or even

your fingers in the water, digging in the soil, or even building a sandcastle.

Nutritionally, roots are powerful, providing a rich abundance of nutrients that benefit us in so many ways. Root vegetables such as carrots, sweet potatoes, and beets are full of vitamins A, E, and C, which are great for not only the skin but the entire body, boosting our recovery and detoxification pathways. Carrots can be juiced, sweet potatoes are a wonderful addition to any breakfast, and beets taste delicious in a salad or even thinly sliced on a sandwich.

Then there are ginger and turmeric, which grow so well here and are full of circulation-boosting fire. In the Ayurvedic traditions of ancient India, each is a source of immune system strength and soothing care. At home, I combine the two to make an elixir, steeping them in boiling water with clove, lemon, and cinnamon bark by the gallon, then cooling the blend in the fridge to drink throughout the season with local raw honey. This is my secret weapon, a combination that helps keep me even-keeled and ready for anything. «

This fall, tap into the full potential of roots by consuming root vegetables, ginger, and turmeric for myriad nutritional and therapeutic benefits.

CULTURE

YOUR GUIDE TO THE HOTTEST HAPPENINGS THIS MONTH

TOP BILLING

FEEL THE BEAT

Masterful movement and magnificent musicality are forces to be reckoned with in Stomp, coming to the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach October 27-29. After delighting New York City audiences for 29 years, the show lowered the curtain for the final time earlier this year. The North American tour, however, is just getting started. Stomp’s talented instrumentalists make percussive magic with unorthodox objects, including trash cans and lids, plastic bags, brooms, Zippo lighters, newspapers, and more, matching the explosive energy of the music with dance routines, cheeky humor, and lots of surprises. Tickets start at $35. (kravis.org) —Abigail Duffy

STOMP CREATED BY LUKE CRESSWELL AND STEVE MCNICHOLAS

STEVE MCNICHOLAS

Clockwise from above: Pick a pumpkin at The Square’s Weekend Pumpkin Patch October 14-31; catch Oscar Peñas Quartet and Nicole Henry at Arts Garage October 13 and 20, respectively; tour “Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition,” at Cox Science Center and Aquarium from October 12; take a Lighthouse Sunset Tour October 4, 11, 18, or 25.

OCTOBER 2023

ARTS & EVENTS

GOINGS ON

1 Family Fun Snorkel, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, Boca Raton, $15-$19. (gumbolimbo.org)

Pooch Parade and Costume Contest, The Square, West Palm Beach, free. (thesquarewest palm.com)

2 “Capturing Moments” conversation with Esther Mitchell, Boca Raton Museum of Art, $35. (bocamuseum.org)

Twilight Yoga, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, also Oct. 9, 16, 23, and 30, $10. (jupiter lighthouse.org)

Women’s Health Panel for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, benefiting the Promise Fund

of Florida, The Square, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (thesquarewestpalm.com)

3 Hats Off Nonprofit Awards, Cohen Pavilion, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $150. (nonprofitsfirst.org)

4 Lighthouse Sunset Tour, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, also Oct. 11, 18, and 25, $25. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

5 Fright Nights, South Florida Fairgrounds, West Palm Beach, also Oct. 6-7, 12-14, 19-21, 26, and 28, contact for ticket prices. (myfright nights.com)

6 Rock-n-Fall Festival, Commons Park, Royal Palm Beach, also Oct. 7, free. (thepalm beaches.com)

VAN RICHARDSON

7 Fall Festival with ZenHippo, benefiting Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies of Palm Beach County, The Square, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (wearezenhippo.com)

First Friday Art Walk, downtown Delray Beach, free. (artswarehouse.org)

The Right to Vote: The Contested History of Democracy in the United States lecture with author Alexander Keyssar, University Theatre, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, $20. (fauevents.com)

Stories in the Park, Burns Road Park, Palm Beach Gardens, free. (pbgfl.com)

West Palm Beach GreenMarket season opener, The Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, market takes place every Saturday through April, free. (wpb.org)

8 “Critical Contexts: Getting the Art History We Deserve” lecture with Karen J. Leader, Boca Raton Museum of Art, $8-$15. (bocamuseum.org)

12 Taste of The Square, benefiting the Promise Fund of Florida, The Square, West Palm Beach, $50-$75. (thesquare westpalm.com)

13 Batty Manor, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, to Oct. 31, free. (thegardensmall.com)

Boca Pumpkin Patch Festival, Mizner Park Amphitheater, Boca Raton, to Oct. 15, $28. (bocapumpkinpatch.com)

PICKS

GET A TASTE OF DELRAY BEACH’S STREET ART SCENE IN “DELRAY WALLS ARTIST SHOWCASE,” AT THE CORNELL ART MUSEUM THROUGH NOVEMBER 26. ORGANIZED BY THE DELRAY BEACH DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AND GALERA COLLECTIVE, THE EXHIBITION FEATURES WORK BY 12 MURALISTS, INCLUDING RIPES (MICHAEL GOODMAN), NICO (NICOLE HOLDERBAUM), BUNS (ZOE GENESIS), AND MORE. (DELRAYOLD SCHOOLSQUARE. COM)

FAN THE FLAMES

The glow of hundreds of flickering flames will set the mood for Fever’s Candlelight Concerts, coming to the Lake Pavilion in downtown West Palm Beach October 8. After dazzling audiences in more than 100 cities around the world, the multisensory candlelit affair will debut in West Palm Beach with a performance of Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons and more by the Listeso String Quartet. Tickets are $47. (candlelightexperience.com) —A.D.

GUMBO LIMBO NATURE CENTER IN BOCA RATON WILL TRANSFORM INTO A SPOOKY SPOT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY DURING HALLOWEEN IN THE GARDEN OCTOBER 22. AN AFTERNOON OF OUTDOOR CRAFTS, GAMES, COSTUMES, AND PHOTOS WITH LUNA THE SEA TURTLE AWAITS. TICKETS ARE $10-$13. (GUMBO LIMBO.ORG) —A.D.

Oktoberfest of the Palm Beaches, American German Club of the Palm Beaches, Lake Worth Beach, to Oct. 22, $15. (oktoberfestflorida.com)

Screen on the Green: Hotel Transylvania 4: Transformania, The Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org)

14 Downtown Stuart Craft Festival, Osceola Street, Stuart, also Oct. 15, free. (artfestival.com)

Fall Family Fun Fest, Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach, free with paid museum admission. (coxsciencecenter.org)

Kravis Block Party, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, free. (kravis.org)

Lighthouse Explorer’s Club, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, $6-$12. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

Weekend Pumpkin Patch, The Square, West Palm Beach, to Oct. 31, free. (thesquarewestpalm.com)

20 Spookyville, Yesteryear Village, West Palm Beach, to Oct. 31, contact for ticket prices. (southfloridafair.com)

Subculture Film Fest, Norton Museum of Art, The Peach, and Afflux Studios, West Palm Beach and Palm Springs, to Oct. 22, contact for ticket prices. (subculturefilmfest.com)

Tot Event: Boo Bash, Mirasol Park Playground, Palm Beach Gardens, free. (pbgfl.com)

21 Costumes and Cocktails, Yesteryear Village, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (southfloridafair.com)

JEREMY DANIEL

TheaterWorks USA’s Dot Dot Dot: A New Musical stops at the Kravis Center October 28.

COURTESY OF FEVER

KEEP ON ROLLING

Independent filmmakers from across the Palm Beaches and beyond will convene at Subculture Film Fest, taking over local venues October 20-22. The brainchild of the Subculture Group, the festival will include screenings of narrative features, documentaries, and short films, complete with Q&A sessions with the filmmakers as well as informative panels and workshops. Opening night will take place at the Norton Museum of Art, with a festival-themed Art After Dark. Afflux Studios’ Studio A sets the scene on night two. The festival’s closing night film and awards presentation will occur at The Peach, which will also serve as the filmmakers’ workshop. Attendees can connect with other cinephiles at parties and happy hours throughout the cinematic weekend. (subculturefilmfest.com) —A.D.

Lighthouse Sunrise Tour, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, also Oct. 22, 28, and 29, $25. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

22 Family Picnic, benefiting Hanley Foundation’s substance misuse prevention programming, Lake Pavilion, West Palm Beach, $50-$250. (hanleyfoundation.org)

Halloween in the Garden, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, Boca Raton, $10-$13. (gumbolimbo.org)

26 Early Birding with Al, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, Boca Raton, free. (gumbolimbo.org)

Forgotten Frontlines: The Nazi Titanic documentary screening and book signing with Robert Watson, Levis JCC Sandler Center, Boca Raton, $25. (levisjcc.org)

Haunting History, Woodlawn Cemetery, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (pbchistory.org)

27 Black-Tie Masquerade, benefiting Cox Science Center and Aquarium, The Colony, Palm Beach, $350. (coxsciencecenter.org)

Boogah and Hoogah’s Haunted House Party, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, to Oct. 31, free. (thegardensmall.com)

Little Scream, Bryant Park, Lake Worth Beach, free. (lakewortharts.com)

28 Boynton Beach Pirate Fest, downtown Boynton Beach, also Oct. 29, free. (bbpiratefest.com)

Día de Los Muertos, Hatch 1121, Lake Worth Beach, free. (lakewortharts.com)

Full Moon Beach Yoga, The Seagate Beach Club, Delray Beach, $20. (seagatedelray.com)

Haunted Hammock, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, Boca Raton, $12-$15. (gumbolimbo.org)

Kids Club Spooky Soiree, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, free. (thegardensmall.com)

Witches of Delray Charity Bike Ride, benefiting Achievement Centers for Children & Families, Delray Beach, contact for ticket prices. (witchesofdelray.org)

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

PERFORMANCES

1 The Many Wondrous Realities of Jasmine Starr-Kidd, Theatre Lab, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, also Oct. 7-8, contact for ticket prices. (fauevents.com)

Music in the Museum with pianist Darko Varga, Boca Raton Museum of Art, $5-$10. (boca museum.org)

Philharmonia No. 2, Wold Performing Arts Center, Lynn University, Boca Raton, $35-$50. (lynn.edu)

5 Clematis by Night: The Flyers, The Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org)

Symphony Orchestra Concert: Exuberance and Wonder, University Theatre, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, $10. (fauevents.com)

6 The Art of Laughter with Mia Jackson, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $30-$35. (artsgarage.org)

The Mersey Beatles, Delray Beach Playhouse, $49-$59. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

Outlaw Music Festival: Willie Nelson and Family, The Avett Brothers, Gov’t Mule, and Elizabeth Cook, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $28. (westpalmbeach amphitheatre.com)

Rent, Lake Worth Playhouse, to Oct. 22, $38-$114. (lakeworthplayhouse.org)

Tuesdays with Morrie, Delray Beach Playhouse, to Oct. 8, $39-$54. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

Wind Symphony Concert: Raise the Roof, University Theatre, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, $20. (fauevents.com)

7 Disney Junior Live on Tour: Costume Palooza, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $35-$195. (kravis.org)

The French Horn Collective, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $40-$45. (artsgarage.org)

CULTURE

Sean Chambers and Savoy Brown Rhythm Section, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, contact for ticket prices. (lyrictheatre.com)

8 Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons and More, Lake Pavilion, West Palm Beach, $47. (candlelightexperience.com)

Clay Melton, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $40$45. (artsgarage.org)

Killer Queen: A Tribute to Queen, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $50-$75. (sunrisetheatre.com)

Unearth and Revocation, Respectable Street, West Palm Beach, $25. (sub-culture.org)

9 Pianist Matthew Manwarren, AmarnickGoldstein Concert Hall, Lynn University, Boca Raton, $20. (lynn.edu)

10 Sunset Concerts in the Gallery: Halloween Spooktacular, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Stuart, $5. (martinarts.org)

11 Lobby Hero, Palm Beach Dramaworks, West Palm Beach, to Oct. 29, contact for ticket prices. (palmbeachdramaworks.org)

Trey Kennedy, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $39-$125. (kravis.org)

12 Clematis by Night: Luis Manuel and The Charambo Band, The Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org)

Crazy for You, Wold Performing Arts Center, Lynn University, Boca Raton, to Oct. 15, $35-$40. (lynn.edu)

13 Anthony Rodia, Delray Beach Playhouse, to Oct. 15, $50-$70. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

Elements: The Earth, Wind & Fire Experience, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, contact for ticket prices. (lyrictheatre.com)

Oscar Peñas Quartet, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $40-$45. (artsgarage.org)

14 B2Wins Music, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, contact for ticket prices. (lyrictheatre.com)

Bored Teachers: We Can’t Make This Up Comedy Tour, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $40$65; also Oct. 15, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $35-$85. (sunrisetheatre.com; kravis.org)

Joe Cotton Band, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $25-$30. (artsgarage.org)

Simply Tina: Tina Turner Tribute, Seabreeze Amphitheater, Carlin Park, Jupiter, free. (discover. pbcgov.org)

15 Benise presents “Fiesta,” Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $45-$96. (sunrisetheatre.com)

Soulful Femme, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $30$35. (artsgarage.org)

Sunday on the Waterfront: Britain’s Finest, Meyer Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org)

18 Emo Orchestra, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $45-$65. (sunrisetheatre.com)

19 Clematis by Night: Making Faces, The Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org)

I Love a Piano, The Wick Theatre and Museum Club, Boca Raton, to Nov. 12, $109. (thewick.org)

National Geographic Live: The Beginning of Us with Lee Berger, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $35-$45. (kravis.org)

The Newsboys, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $25$125. (sunrisetheatre.com)

20 Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $52-$57. (sunrise theatre.com)

Nicole Henry, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, also Oct. 21, $50-$55. (artsgarage.org)

The Wailers, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, contact for ticket prices. (lyrictheatre.com)

21 Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, contact for ticket prices. (lyrictheatre.com)

Joanne Shaw Taylor, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $35-$50. (kravis.org)

Sammy Figueroa, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $55-$65. (kravis.org)

Rosenbaum Contemporary in Boca Raton will showcase “James Fisher: Imagined Worlds,” featuring works such as The Air of Highland Mary (left) and Hyacinths and Thistles (above) through November 4.

Sour Mash Band, Canyon Amphitheater, Boynton Beach, free. (facebook.com/canyonamphitheater)

Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches’ October Concert, Eissey Campus Theatre, Palm Beach Gardens; also Oct. 28, Duncan Theatre, Lake Worth Beach, contact for ticket prices. (symphonicband.org)

22 Chicago Transit Canada, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $45-$50. (artsgarage.org)

“Passion and Peace” featuring cellist Jameson Platte and pianist Lisa Leonard, AmarnickGoldstein Concert Hall, Lynn University, Boca Raton, free. (lynn.edu)

24 Million Dollar Quartet, Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach, to Nov. 12, $33-$90. (riversidetheatre.com)

Tell Him it’s Jackie, Delray Beach Playhouse, to Oct. 26, $45. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

26 Clematis by Fright: The Spazmatics, The Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org)

Wait Until Dark, Delray Beach Playhouse, to Nov. 5, $39-$69. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

27 Jason Aldean, Mitchell Tenpenny, Corey Kent, and Dee Jay Silver, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $131. (westpalmbeachamphitheatre.com)

Stomp, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, to Oct. 29, tickets start at $35. (kravis.org)

The Temple of Mercy, Respectable Street, West Palm Beach, $10-$15. (sub-culture.org)

28 Ballet Palm Beach presents Don Quixote, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, also Oct. 29, $45. (kravis.org)

The Motowners, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, also Oct. 29, $50-$55. (artsgarage.org)

TheaterWorks USA presents Dot Dot Dot: A New Musical, Persson Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $12. (kravis.org)

29 Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, to Nov. 12, tickets start at $50-$95. (jupitertheatre.org)

Butoh: Japanese Avant-Garde Dance, Morikami Theater, Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, $5 with paid museum admission. (morikami.org)

Music in the Museum with pianist Irena Kofman and Eric Chen, Boca Raton Museum of Art, $5-$10. (bocamuseum.org)

Rock n’ Roll Playhouse, The Studio at Mizner Park, Boca Raton, $13. (thestudioatmiznerpark.com)

St. Lucie Ballet presents “Villains,” Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $45. (lyrictheatre.com)

30 Hatebreed with God Forbid, Respectable Street, West Palm Beach, $35. (sub-culture.org)

Orquesta Sinfónica de Minería, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $35. (kravis.org)

Promotion and Events

THE ULTIMATE DINNER PARTY

The Ultimate Dinner Party on November 15, 2023, welcomes guests into magnificent island homes for a luxurious, yet intimate dining experience, curated and prepared by local talented chefs. Patrons can expect an unforgettable evening while providing hope for children in Palm Beach County. Proceeds benefit adoptions, Community Partnership Schools, and child abuse prevention.

Children’s Home Society of Florida 3335 Forest Hill Boulevard | West Palm Beach 561-402-0823 | chsfl.org/udp

GALLERIES

Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach. “An Endangered Landscape: Recent Paintings of the Hypoluxo Scrub by Paul Gervais,” Oct. 11 to Jan. 7. (ansg.org)

Arts Warehouse, Delray Beach. “Absent Referent: Autumn Kioti and Kim Rae Taylor” and “Agua De Mar: Veronica Pasman,” both to Oct. 28; “Containment and Boundlessness: Nina Surel and Giannina Dwin,” to Nov. 19. (artswarehouse.org)

Boca Raton Museum of Art. “Benn Mitchell Photographs: Hollywood to NYC,” “Matthew Schreiber: Orders of Light,” “Sari Dienes: Incidental Nature,” and “Sri Prabha: Resonator – Reanimator,” all to Oct. 22. (bocamuseum.org)

Cornell Art Museum, Delray Beach. “Delray Walls Artist Showcase,” to Nov. 26. (delrayoldschool square.com)

Court House Cultural Center Gallery, Stuart. “Day… Night… Dream,” Oct. 13 to Nov. 18. (martinarts.org)

Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach. “Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition,” Oct. 12 to April 14. (coxsciencecenter.org)

Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, Lake Worth Beach. “Lauren Bertelson,” Oct. 6 to Dec. 2. (palmbeachculture.com)

Elliott Museum, Stuart. “Path of the Panther by Carlton Ward Jr.” and “Wild Everglades by Mac Stone,” both to Dec. 18. (hsmc-fl.com)

Findlay Galleries, Palm Beach. “Gordon Onslow Ford,” Oct. 14 to Nov. 3. (findlaygalleries.com)

Flagler Museum, Palm Beach. “Bicycles: Technology that Changed the World,” Oct. 17 to Dec. 17. (flaglermuseum.us)

Gavlak Gallery, Palm Beach. “Tupelo Honey,” to Oct. 5; “Alexis Teplin,” Oct. 19 to Nov. 19. (gavlakgallery.com)

Lighthouse ArtCenter, Tequesta. “Elegant Threads: An Exhibition and Runway Show” and “Little Lush: Functional Handmade Ceramics,” both to Dec. 2. (lighthousearts.org)

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach. “Witness to Wartime: The Painted Diary of Takuichi Fujii,” to Oct. 6. (morikami.org)

Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach. “Stickwork,” through December. (mounts.org)

Spiky Shadows in the Scrub by Paul Gervais will be on view at Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens from October 11.

CULTURE

7th Annual

The Art of Pre- and Post-War Automobiles

Veterans and Gold Star Families of Palm Beach County

Honoring

Community Exhibition - 10: 00 am - 4:00 pm

The Grand Tour Parade of Cars - 4: 15pm For information - www.ansg.org

View historic ads and relics, including a Columbia Expert bicycle circa 1887 (right), in “Bicycles: Technology that Changed the World,” on view at the Flagler Museum beginning October 17.

HOME,

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Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach. “Artists in Motion: Impressionist and Modern Masterpieces from the Pearlman Collection,” Oct. 14 to Feb. 18; “Between Drawing and Paintings: Pastels from the Collection,” to Oct. 29; “Classic Blues: Cobalt Blue Porcelain and IndigoDyed Textiles” and “Past Lives: Performance Art through the Camera,” both to Nov. 19; “Special Guest: Beaching the Boat (Afternoon Light) A Masterpiece by Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida,” to Dec. 31; “Special Guest / A Quiet Abiding: Jacobus Vrel’s Interior with a Sick Woman by a Fireplace in The Leiden Collection,” to Dec. 15, 2024. (norton.org)

Oditto Gallery, Palm Beach. “Ron Burkhardt,” Oct. 1-31. (odittogallery.io)

Palm Beach Photographic Centre, West Palm Beach. “Beatitude: The Beat Attitude Photographs by Joey Tranchina,” Oct. 20 to Jan. 6. (workshop.org)

Palm Room Art Gallery & Artisans Boutique, Sewall’s Point, Stuart. “Fall into Art,” to Oct. 28. (martinartisansguild.org)

Rosenbaum Contemporary, Boca Raton. “James Fisher: Imagined Worlds,” to Nov. 4. (rosenbaumcontemporary.com)

Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum. “Black Pearls: The Story of Pearl City,” through December. (bocahistory.org)

Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, Delray Beach. “Thresholds: An Exhibit of Black Cultural Legacy Artifacts,” to Dec. 26. (spadymuseum.com)

Vero Beach Museum of Art. “Infinite Variations: The Imaginative Worlds of M.C. Escher,” to Jan. 28. (vbmuseum.org)

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What are some must-have pieces from the new Mamma Milano homeware collection?

I absolutely love the new Sunrays mini plate; the design was inspired by a mosaic found in Palazzo Belgioioso. But you can’t go wrong with our six-piece dessert plate set; [the plates] slip super easily into whatever plate situation you have at home. I’m also crazy about our Pillar candles that come in the ancient Egyptian–inspired prints from our fall ready-to-wear collection. I’ll use them in my daily meditation practices.

What’s your go-to entertaining hack?

A super easy trick I do to make that moment when everyone is arriving a little more special is to set up a bar with a mix of all my different LDJ Murano glassware—the Rainbow water glasses, the Smoky Rainbow coupes and tumblers, and our new Perfetto wine glasses all look amazing mixed together. It’s like an art installation and fun for guests to pick their favorites, without too much formality. Just be sure you have the wine on ice and all the mixers ready for guests to make their own.

REAL TALK WITH... JJ Martin

The founder and creative director of La Double J dishes on her new homeware collection, Mamma Milano, immortalized in a book of the same name

BY KATHERINE LANDE

How do you approach mixing color and print?

My No. 1 tip for dressing yourself and your table would be to not overthink it. Don’t try to make everything look too “perfect.” … Use your heart and your stomach when you get dressed, not your head. When you mix prints there is a little method to the madness. Try to select a color theme that can be a fil rouge throughout the look or the table. I also find that geometrics mix really well with florals. [And] you want to mix your scales. I like to mix oversize prints with smaller ones, and to throw in some solid or color-blocked pieces just to give the eye a little breathing room. It’s all about balance.

What would you tell your 20-yearold self today?

You have a higher self and the time to locate it is now.

Favorite piece of business advice you’ve been given?

If you’re not profitable by year two you never will be.

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La Double J’s fashion and homeware collections feature style signatures of bright colors, luxurious fabrics, and vintage prints.

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