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Today, the noted conditions supporting the last 40 years have shifted, all while the S&P 500 sits near a record-high valuation with a recordlow dividend yield. To us, the next decade looks like upwind sailing that requires a different investment strategy. Is your investment strategy prepared for a sea change in markets? In our research pieces – A Sea Change, Dividends Ahoy!, Time to Get Real, and Rethinking Gold – we present the case for changing investment strategy. To learn more about our thoughts and investment strategy, visit spectrainvestment.com.

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CONTENTS STUART | NOVEMBER 2026

Features 40 CROWNING GLORY Mrs. Universe Kellie Lightbourn is turning her pageant title into a platform for good By Melissa Holsman

46 GREEN MEANS GO From farmstand finds to freshpicked flavors, local farmers markets bring plenty to the table

Build a better board with artisan cheeses, cured meats, fruits, nuts, spreads, and fresh market finds.

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CONTENTS STUART | NOVEMBER 2026

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FROM THE EDITOR FROM THE PUBLISHER

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FIRST LOOK Paddling with purpose at the Jupiter Inlet

IN THE KNOW Local Native American roots, holiday

DANIEL NEWCOMB

races, the Stuart Air Show, and more

THE GOOD WORKS AWARDS Meet six award-winning changemakers

CHARACTER On cat patrol with Christina Fieramosca

SPOTLIGHT Three next-gen philanthropists

THRIVE Snooze smarter with sleep expert Dr. Richard Herstein

HABITAT 59 VIGNETTE VIBES A home office gets down to business

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74 FLAVOR PROFILE Briny bites are kind of a big dill

Francesca Morgan’s favorite finds

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LOVE AT FIRST BITE Tequesta Smokehouse turns up the heat

TASTE TEST Luca Corleone cooks up his next move

NOW SERVING H&H brings big bagel energy

WINE TIME A sommelier uncorks Thanksgiving

78 LOCAL DINING GUIDE Hidden gems, hot tables, and every place in between

HOT SHOTS 87 SOCIAL SCENE Pics and poses from our favorite community events

Old World glamour meets modern polish

62 MOVERS & MAKERS

LUNCH BREAK Go Italian at Danny-Kay’s Deli & Market

OFF THE CHARTS Angling camps take learning offshore

Q&A Ali Gilbert dishes on men’s health

COURTESY MOCHI TEA CAFE

HAPPENINGS 91

CALENDAR Things to see and do this month

LOOKING BACK 96 LOCAL LORE Two local rivers and the choices that changed them

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Mrs. Universe Kellie Lightbourn, photographed by Stuart Magazine. Photographer: Claudia Meldahl

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CONTRIBUTORS Copy Editors/Proofreaders Kelley Marcellus, Teresa Rushworth Writers Abigail Duffy, Melissa Holsman, George LaBonte, Josh Liller, Kerry Shorr, Liza Grant Smith, Valerie Staggs Photographers Claudia Meldahl, Gyorgy Papp Social Photographers Tracey Benson, MaryAnn Ketcham

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EDITOR’S NOTE

GIVE and GATHER

STEVEN MARTINE

or the Giving Back issue of Stuart Magazine, we set out looking for grand gestures— the fundraisers, the volunteers, and the people and organizations doing extraordinary work. But as this month’s pages came together, I kept noticing quieter versions of that same impulse: using what you have—a title, a Saturday morning, a seat at the table—to make room for someone else. Our cover subject, Kellie Lightbourn, knows how to put what she has to work. When she first walked through the doors of The ARC of the Treasure Coast, she wasn’t Mrs. Universe; she was a mother looking for help as her son Niko (who has autism and Cornelia de Lange syndrome) faced down adulthood. Months later, armed with a new crown and a much bigger platform, Lightbourn returned—this time determined to turn that attention toward the organization that had helped her family. While directing our photo shoot for writer Melissa Holsman’s story, “Crowning Glory” (page 40), I understood exactly what Lightbourn means when she calls the crown “a tool.” For her, the title is less prize than megaphone. That same instinct turns up throughout this issue, often in places you might not expect. The Palm City Turkey Trot sends more than $20,000 a year to local charities, with this year’s proceeds benefiting Refuge Ranch. And beyond the fighter jets, fireworks, and high-flying stunts, the Stuart Air Show supports Treasure Coast nonprofits and introduces local students to aviation through its STEM programs. Some of the most fun things on the calendar this month, it turns out, do some good at the same time. Of course, nowhere is that spirit more on display than in our inaugural Good Works Awards (page 26). We launched the program this summer, asked readers to nominate the people and organizations making a difference across the Treasure Coast, narrowed the field to finalists, and handed the voting over to you. The six winners you’ll meet in these pages—Samantha Suffich, Jon-Michael Tillet, Jacki Nardone, House of Hope, Project Lift, and Mariner Sands Charity Week—represent six very different ways to show up for a community. Watching the program go from an idea on my whiteboard to thousands of votes has been one of the most rewarding projects I’ve worked on this year. And because November also means gathering around a table, there’s plenty in this issue for that, too. In “Green Means Go” (page 46), Jules Aron helps us fill our baskets at some of South Florida’s best green markets, then put those finds to work at home—from local cheeses and cured meats to produce, breads, jams, and everything else that somehow follows you home from a Saturday morning market. And in “The Grape-ful Table” (page 76), a local sommelier takes on one of Thanksgiving’s more underrated challenges: finding a wine that can survive turkey, gravy, cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes, pie—and, if you’re lucky, the next-day sandwich. Taken together, this issue makes a pretty good case for bringing something to the table—your time, your talent, your attention, or EHIND THE CENES even a great bottle of wine. That’s something worth gathering around.

Sincerely,

Kristen Desmond LeFevre Editor in Chief klefevre@stuartmagazine.com @kristen_desmond_lefevre

CROWN PLEASER Not me acting like Mrs. Universe Kellie Lightbourn’s crown came with the assignment. At our shoot at The ARC of the Treasure Coast with photographer Steven Martine and writer Melissa Holsman, I clearly took the accessories portion of the afternoon very seriously—and Kellie graciously played along.

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The Heart of the Treasure Coast

TRACEY BENSON

s the social season of giving begins this month—and my calendar starts to fill with luncheons, galas, charitable events, and celebrations—I’m reminded that some of the most beautiful things about living on the Treasure Coast have very little to do with what we have and everything to do with what we give. November always seems to bring that spirit into sharper focus. It’s a month for gathering around tables, reconnecting with friends, welcoming seasonal residents back, and turning our attention toward the people and organizations doing meaningful work throughout our community. Here on the Treasure Coast, generosity is woven into the fabric of the season. So many of the events we look forward to are not simply wonderful occasions to dress up, dine out, and see familiar faces—they are opportunities to support causes that strengthen the place we call home. That makes this month an especially fitting time to introduce the winners of our inaugural Good Works Awards, honoring extraordinary people and organizations whose time, talent, leadership, and compassion are making Stuart and the greater Treasure Coast better places to live. Among them are volunteers, philanthropists, first responders, educators, advocates, community leaders, and neighbors who continually demonstrate that making a difference does not always require a grand gesture. Often, it begins with simply deciding to show up. That same sense of connection runs throughout this issue. As the season gets underway, we celebrate the pleasures that bring us together—from food and entertaining to art, design, local traditions, and the many events that make this time of year so lively. There is a wonderful energy across the Treasure Coast right now, that unmistakable feeling that the season has officially begun and there is suddenly far more to do than there are nights on the calendar. As you explore these pages, I hope you’ll get to know some of the remarkable individuals and groups who give our community its heart—and perhaps discover an organization whose work inspires you. Maybe you’ll find a new cause to champion, an event to attend, a table to gather around, or simply a reason to raise a glass to those who spend their days making life better for others. Because here on the Treasure Coast, community is one of our greatest luxuries—and generosity is one of its most beautiful traditions. This November, I invite you to celebrate the people who make our hometowns extraordinary, enjoy all that the season has to offer, and, most of all, find your own way to be part of the good happening all around us. I hope to see you out and about at some of the many events Stuart Magazine is proud to support this season. With gratitude,

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STROKES of Genius Before most of Jupiter is awake, outrigger canoes are already slicing through the waters off the Jupiter Inlet, their paddlers moving in rhythm as the sun rises. The centuries-old Polynesian tradition has found a decidedly local following at the Palm Beach Outrigger Canoe Club, where a growing fleet and enthusiastic community are bringing new energy to the sport. “The learning curve for outrigger canoeing is very fast,” says Hugh Treadwell, secretary of the club. “People who haven’t had any paddling skill have done very well.” Newcomers can get their feet wet with the recreational crew, while more experienced paddlers join the club’s racing teams, which have been racking up wins at state competitions. The club also runs a program for first responders. The experience of skimming along the ocean at sunrise is what gets paddlers like Treadwell up before dawn. “We forget how truly unique our area is,” says Treadwell. “This is the greatest place to paddle anywhere.” (pboutrigger.org) –Valerie Staggs

An early-morning paddle takes members of the Palm Beach Outrigger Canoe Club across the waters off the Jupiter Inlet.

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Residents reenact local history at Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park; the 1898 DuBois Pioneer Home sits atop an ancient shell mound in Jupiter.

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ovember is Native American Heritage Month, a time to recognize the histories, traditions, and cultures of Indigenous peoples across the country. Here in Jupiter, that history stretches back thousands of years, to early inhabitants who fished, hunted, and traveled the area’s waterways. Traces of their lives remain at sites including the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum and DuBois Pioneer House, where artifacts continue to offer clues about the people who lived here long before modern Jupiter took shape. “We thought we had people living here for about 5,000 years, but now we are thinking it might be closer to about 8,000 years,” says Josh Liller, historian and collections manager at Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum. Among those early inhabitants were the Jobe, most likely a subgroup of the Jeaga people who lived around the Lake Worth area. The museum’s collection includes Jobe artifacts such as projectile points from javelins and spears, shark-tooth tools, and a bone-carved hairpin, along with the story of Jonathan Dickinson’s 1696 shipwreck and his account of the Native people he encountered. Across the Loxahatchee River, the 1898

DuBois Pioneer House sits atop an ancient shell mound where a trove of Native American artifacts has been uncovered. Once more than 600 feet long and 20 feet high, the mound is known as a midden—a refuse site that has yielded glass chevron beads, pottery, and shell pendants, all offering clues to its still-mysterious origins. “The mound was definitely purposefully built,” says Holly Griffin, a cultural historical outdoor recreation specialist for Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation. “But there are still so many questions that will never be answered.” That history extends west along the Loxahatchee River to Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park at Riverbend Park, site of a major battle of the Second Seminole War. Visitors can tour the battlefield on Saturday mornings during season or attend History in the Park, a monthly lecture series exploring local history. Each January, the park also hosts the annual Battle of the Loxahatchee Reenactment. “There is so much history here,” says Pat Rash, park coordinator at Riverbend. “In Jupiter, we are the luckiest people on the planet.” (jupiterlighthouse.org; discover.pbc.gov/parks/ locations/duboispioneer.aspx; discover.pbc. gov/parks/locations/riverbend.aspx) —V.S.

Palm City Turkey Trot, Palm City Celebrating its fifteenth year, the Palm City Turkey Trot is hosted by Palm City Presbyterian Church and welcomes 650 runners to compete on a 5K course with breakfast after the race. The race raises over $20,000 for local charities annually. This year’s proceeds benefit Refuge Ranch, a women’s recovery center in Martin County. (runsignup.com/race/fl/ palmcity/palmcityturkeytrot)

Run 4 the Pies, Tequesta More than 2,000 runners take to the streets for the twenty-sixth annual Run 4 the Pies, a 4-mile Thanksgiving tradition hosted by the Palm Beach Roadrunners. Expect local teams, out-of-town guests, and plenty of folks dressed like turkeys— with a Publix pie waiting at the finish. The race supports Good Shepherd Episcopal Church’s food pantry; participants are encouraged to bring food donations. (runsignup.com/race/fl/tequesta/run4thepies)

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Military jets return to the Stuart Air Show this Veterans Day weekend. Here’s what to see, what to know, and how to make the most of three high-flying days. BY VALERIE STAGGS

WHAT NOT TO MISS: • Friday Night Drone & Fireworks Show. Twilight and night performances are followed by fireworks and a drone show to kick off the event. • The USAF F-16 Viper Demo Team. Watch an unforgettable demonstration of a powerful military jet. • Aircraft Displays. See aircraft up close and meet pilots and crew members. • TD Dirty Flight Suit Party. Upgrade to a VIP experience and join the pilots for a Friday night party. A SALUTE TO VETERANS: • Veterans Ticket Discount. Discounted $15 tickets are available Friday and Saturday for veterans and up to three family members. • Veterans Appreciation Day. Sunday, November 15 is Veterans Appreciation Day, offering free admission for veterans and up to three family members. • Daily Salute to Veterans. Each day of the show will kick off with a different group of veterans, introducing them and honoring their service.

The 2026 Stuart Air Show brings jets, parachutists, and military displays to Witham Field.

or three days this November, the skies over the Treasure Coast will once again roar with military jets, aerobatic performers, and aircraft of all kinds as the Stuart Air Show returns for its 37th year. This year brings a particularly anticipated comeback: military jets and demonstration teams return after being absent in 2025. In the air, military and civilian performers will put their aircraft through their paces, while on the ground, visitors can explore static displays, meet pilots and crew members, and get an upclose look at aircraft both historic and modern. “Exciting this year is the return of the military jets,” says Chrissy Valvano, director

of operations. “After missing the jets and military demo teams for a year due to the government shutdown in 2025, we are back bigger and better than ever with our military demonstrations and military support.” While the show draws world-class performers, it also supports the local community. Through a school partnership, the Stuart Air Show offers STEM programs that allow local students to learn about aviation, hear from local professionals in the industry, and discover future career paths. Proceeds from the show also go to fund nonprofit organizations across the Treasure Coast. (stuartairshow.com)

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Get the most from your Stuart Air Show experience with a few insider tips from the air show crew. • Popular experiences sell out; get your tickets and any upgrades in advance. • Shade is limited. Pack sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat. • Hearing protection is advised. The show gets loud! • Bring a chair so you can watch the show in comfort. • Friday night is a whole different experience from the Saturday and Sunday day shows. Consider doing both. • Tickets for seniors and kids are discounted, so make sure you look for savings. • The event is cashless.

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BY THE NUMBERS: • 600+ volunteers • 90+ exhibitors and vendors • 50 military personnel, performers, and crew and displays • $35,000+ donated to non-profit organizations each year • 16,000+ attendees expected • $2.7M in local economic impact

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orget the logo mug or T-shirt. Museum gift shops have become shopping destinations in their own right, offering everything from artisan-made jewelry and design objects to coastal finds and educational gifts for the kids in your life. Held each year on the Sunday after Thanksgiving, Museum Store Sunday celebrates the shops inside museums and cultural institutions—and the distinctive gifts found on their chic shelves. This year it falls on November 29. Here are four local spots worth browsing this holiday season. (museumstoresunday.org)

THE MARTIE AND BOB SACHS ARTSHOP Lighthouse ArtCenter, Tequesta THINK LESS SOUVENIR SHOP, MORE MINI GALLERY. LIGHTHOUSE ARTCENTER’S ARTSHOP SHOWCASES AN ARTFUL MIX WITH A STRONG LOCAL CONNECTION, INCLUDING CERAMICS, JEWELRY, AND WORKS BY AREA ARTISTS. IT’S AN ESPECIALLY GOOD STOP WHEN YOU’RE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING HANDMADE—OR SHOPPING FOR SOMEONE WHO WOULD MUCH RATHER UNWRAP ART THAN ANOTHER GIFT CARD. (LIGHTHOUSE Bowl by Ron Shaw, $50 ARTS.ORG)

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF THE TREASURE COAST GIFT SHOP Jensen Beach EXTEND THE LEARNING BEYOND THE MUSEUM’S EXHIBITS WITH ITEMS DESIGNED TO ENCOURAGE CURIOSITY AND CREATIVITY. ONE OF THE SHOP’S COOLEST INITIATIVES PUTS YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS LIKE KEEGAN NUNES CENTERSTAGE. HER LOCALLY MADE K-SOAP PRODUCTS ARE SOLD IN THE SHOP—WITH PROCEEDS GOING DIRECTLY TO THE YOUNG CREATOR. (CHILDRENSMUSEUMTC.ORG)

THE STORE AT THE NORTON The Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach

COURTESY OF LIGHTHOUSE ARTCENTER

LOGGERHEAD MARINELIFE CENTER GIFT STORE

BY KRISTEN DESMOND LEFEVRE

Peach Prosecco soap by K Soap, $8

FOR THE DESIGN LOVER ON YOUR LIST, START HERE. THE STORE AT THE NORTON STOCKS ARTISAN GLASSWARE, CERAMICS, TEXTILES, JEWELRY, ART BOOKS, AND CREATIVE GIFTS FOR KIDS, WITH MERCHANDISE SELECTED TO COMPLEMENT THE MUSEUM’S COLLECTIONS AND ITS PALM BEACH SETTING. BONUS: YOU DON’T NEED MUSEUM ADMISSION TO SHOP. (SHOP.NORTON.ORG)

Man Ray Wood Chess Set, $840

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GOOD WORKS AWARDS

DO GOOD.

GET RECOGNIZED. MEET THE SIX WINNERS OF STUART MAGAZINE’S INAUGURAL GOOD WORKS AWARDS—PEOPLE, NONPROFITS, AND PARTNERSHIPS MAKING THE TREASURE COAST A BETTER PLACE TO CALL HOME BY KRISTEN DESMOND LEFEVRE

arlier this year, Stuart Magazine invited readers to help us recognize the people and organizations whose generosity, service, and leadership make a meaningful difference in our community. After nominations were submitted, our editorial board narrowed the field to three finalists in each category for readers to cast their votes—and you responded by the thousands! Here, we celebrate the inaugural Good Works Awards winners (and tip our hats to the remarkable runners-up) who make doing good look very good indeed.

THE COMMUNITY PILLAR AWARD WINNER: Jacki Nardone, Treasure Coast Hospice For nearly three decades at Treasure Coast Hospice, Jacki Nardone has helped people navigate one of life’s hardest experiences:

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WINNER: Jon-Michael Tillet, Martin County High School Jon-Michael Tillet is proof that you don’t have to wait until adulthood to start making a difference. The Martin County High School student estimates that he devotes 800 to 1,000 hours each year to volunteer work spanning education, youth programs, environmental stewardship, nonprofit service, and civic engagement. Among his many efforts, Tillet has helped collect more than 1,000 handwritten appreciation cards for teachers and school employees and was named the Martin County School District’s 2025-2026 Volunteer of the Year. For him, service isn’t an extracurricular—it’s a way of life. RUNNERS-UP: • Bernice Simpson, Indiantown Youth Sports Association • Neil Capozzi, MartinArts

grief. As director of counseling and pediatric services, the licensed clinical social worker leads a team that supported more than 5,000 counseling clients in the past year alone. Under her leadership, Treasure Coast Hospice’s free community grief services have expanded to include programs for children, Camp Good Grief, and crisis-response teams that deploy to schools, businesses, and organizations following sudden loss. Her work ensures that when grief arrives, no one in the community has to face it alone. RUNNERS-UP: • Jim Chrulski, City of Stuart • Noel Thomas, Dark Watch

THE MOST VALUABLE VOLUNTEER AWARD

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is leading the effort to establish the Treasure Coast Maternity Center, envisioned as a community-based home for prenatal care, low-risk deliveries, postpartum services, and family support. She’s also taking care directly to underserved neighborhoods aboard the MOM Mobile, a 38foot prenatal clinic serving communities from East Stuart to Indiantown. RUNNERS-UP: • Jennifer Colton, EMS Captain with Martin County Fire Rescue • Ian Montgelas, Ocean Rescue Chief for Martin County Fire Rescue

THE IMPACT AWARD WINNER: House of Hope For more than 42 years, House of Hope has been fighting hunger in Martin County—but food is only part of the equation. The nonprofit pairs food assistance with case management, workforce development, nutrition education, enrichment programs, and other tools designed to help families move toward stability. In fiscal year 2024-2025, House of Hope distributed 1.63 million pounds of food—including more than 600,000 pounds of fresh produce—and benefited 43,800 people across the region. With four pantries and 35 food-bank partners, its reach extends far beyond any single location—or any single meal. RUNNERS-UP: • Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County • Soroptimist International of Stuart

THE COLLABORATION AWARD WINNER: Mariner Sands Charity Week What began within one Martin County community has grown into more than two decades of collective generosity. Mariner Sands Charity Week brings residents, volunteers, sponsors, and local nonprofits together to support needs ranging from hunger and housing to education, health care, and workforce training. Over the years, the initiative has donated approximately $4.5 million to Martin County nonprofits and impacted more than 10,000 lives. Those dollars have helped provide everything from interim housing and free children’s dental care to school supplies, job training, and facilities serving people experiencing homelessness—a reminder of just how far a community can reach when it works together. RUNNERS-UP: • Martin County Orchid Society • Martin Digital History

THE INNOVATION AWARD WINNER: Project Lift Project Lift takes challenges that are often addressed separately—mental health, education, substance-use recovery, and workforce development—and tackles them together. Its model pairs counseling and mentorship with hands-on training in fields such as construction, welding, automotive work, and HVAC, giving at-risk teens and young adults both practical skills and personal support. More than 800 young people were served in 2025-2026; 80 percent showed improved mental-health functioning, and 70 percent earned at least one industry-recognized skilled-trades certification. A new East Stuart campus planned for 2027 will bring that model to even more young people. RUNNERS-UP: • The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast • Peace.Love.Goat NOVEM B ER 2 0 2 6

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When Jupiter’s community cats need help, Christina Fieramosca answers—trapping and connecting felines with lifesaving TNVR services BY VALERIE STAGGS

hristina Fieramosca was living in Las Vegas when the 2008 housing crisis hit. Before she knew it, the two stray cats outside her front door became four, then six. “People were moving out of their homes and cats were coming to my door,” says Fieramosca. “So, I started feeding them and then I thought: ‘What if they have kittens? Then what am I going to do?’” Fieramosca called a local group that trapped cats, then sterilized and vaccinated them. “A lady came to my house. She gave me two traps and showed me what to do,” recalls

Fieramosca. Very quickly, she trapped two cats. “I got completely addicted to doing it because there was a huge need Christina Fieramosca with one of the community cats she helps through local TNVR to sterilize comefforts. Fieramosca traps hundreds of cats each year, connecting them with sterilization and vaccination services before returning them to their communities. munity cats.” When Fiera“First they have to be motivated to eat,” says mosca moved to Jupiter in 2015, she Fieramosca. “Sometimes you have to condidiscovered the problem of unstertion them to the trap for a few days. Then ilized cats was just as widespread. you pray it doesn’t rain, that people don’t Local animal rescue organizations come, and that there are no loud noises. You estimate there are around 200,000 pray for a lot of things.” stray and community cats in Palm Once Fieramosca traps a cat, the next Beach County, most of step is securing an appointment with a local them unsterilized. She rescue organization—another challenge. She partnered locally and her network of trappers collaborate to with other trappers secure available appointment times. “At one and organizations local shelter, you have to log in at exactly that offer TNVR 1 p.m. every week to book limited appoint(trap, neuter, ments,” she says. The trappers book what vaccinate, and they can and alert the group when they have return) services. openings. “If someone has five appointments, She is now part of but only trapped two cats, they offer the otha network of traper appointments to the group.” Once the cat pers around the county is sterilized and vaccinated, Fieramosca takes who share resources. it back to where she trapped it. She estimates Addressing the community cat she traps about 250 adult cats and 100 kittens population takes a very large village, she says. every year. The process of TNVR also takes a lot of TNVR gives cats healthier lives, she says. time, patience, and perseverance. When Fi“You see the cats putting on more weight. eramosca gets a call for help, she goes to the They are not so scrawny from giving birth and address and assesses the best way to entice a nursing. The males are not getting beaten up cat into a trap, which is baited with food and from fighting. It’s become a big passion for triggered to close once the cat steps inside. me.” (communitycatsofjupiter.com) ❖ Many factors can lead to success or failure.

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FROM BUILDING SPORTS FIELDS IN AFRICA TO SUPPORTING SICK KIDS AND ADVOCATING FOR YOUTH IN FOSTER CARE, THESE THREE YOUNG PHILANTHROPISTS ARE DOING SOME VERY GROWN-UP GOOD

BY VALERIE STAGGS

The passion for giving back sometimes starts at an early age. These three young philanthropists are proving that it’s never too soon to start changing the world. PLAYING WITHOUT BORDERS Xander Klein was 13 years old when he learned just how different life was for kids his age in Africa. “My surrogate uncle from Ghana was visiting. He told me that not everyone in Africa has access to the equipment and ability to play sports,” says the Palm Beach Gardens resident. The idea that other kids weren’t able to enjoy the activities he loved struck Klein as unfair. Sports, he thought, should be accessible to African kids too. One year later, Klein founded the nonprofit organization PureHealth World with a mission to change the lives of kids on the other side of the world. “I wanted to build a basketball court and a soccer field and give kids the opportunity to play,” says Klein. He connected with a former teacher from his school who had started a school in Kenya. “He talked to me about what the school had and what it was lacking,” says Klein. “I told him I wanted to raise money to build a playground and a soccer field and give them sports equipment.” Klein researched building costs then rallied some friends from The Benjamin School to help raise money. He also got the school to agree to let him use the gym. In March, PureHealth World hosted its first fundraising event, a basketball tournament called “Hoops for Hope.” Over 200 players took to the courts, and supporters rallied to the cause. “The tournament raised around $10,000 and, from our donors, we raised over $120,000,” says Klein. In June, the 17-year-old traveled to the Kijana Global Innovation School in Kenya to see the new playground, soccer fields, and bathrooms funded by PureHealth World. “I got to play with the kids on

Xander Klein visits students at Kijana Global Innovation School in Kenya, where his nonprofit, PureHealth World, helped fund a playground, soccer fields, and bathrooms.

the soccer fields. It was so much fun meeting them,” says Klein. Some of the money raised also went to refurbish a basketball court at Place of Hope in Stuart. Now in his senior year of high school, Klein is setting up a succession plan for when he heads to college next year. “We are getting more young people into the PureHealth World community,” he says. “They are going to take over leadership after me, but I am going to bring PureHealth World to whatever university I end up attending.” (purehealthworld.org) SPREADING HOPE GP Bosse has a smile that lights up the room. But behind that beautiful smile is a courageous young man who has packed a lifetime into his 11 years. Diagnosed at age 3 with systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis (SJIA), Bosse got to know the inside of a hospital from an early age. Also known as Still’s disease, SJIA is a rare condition that causes severe inflammation in children and can be fatal. There is no cure. Early in his diagnosis, Bosse knew he wanted to help other kids like him. “After I got out of the hospital, I started getting books and giving them to kids in the hospital,” says the Jupiter resident. “I wanted to spread hope.” Books turned into gift cards, games, and toys, then

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bring a student chapter of the organization to Jupiter Community High School. “We not only wanted to raise awareness of the struggles children in foster care face but also provide resources that increase their stability and their emotional well-being and self-worth,” says Day. She rallied the students at Jupiter Community High School to launch resource drives for clothing, toys, and books, and create initiatives to raise awareness in the community. “There are a lot of myths surrounding foster care,” says Day. “Educating students was a main priority. Once they realized that what they do impacts kids in our community, it kept everyone very enthusiastic.” Now Day is a college student at the University of South Florida, but the chapter she built continues to thrive. “I made sure to leave our club with a good foundation so it can continue for many more years,” she says. (speakupforkidspbc.org) ❖

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into the GP Bosse 4 Foundation, a nonprofit organization that raises awareness and brings hope and healing to kids with SJIA. Last year the foundation hosted its first golf tournament, followed by a pinball tournament. The money raised enabled Bosse to host an event for families at a Philadelphia Phillies game and fund a wish through the Make-A-Wish Foundation. “We sponsored a girl who wanted to be a zookeeper at the San Diego Zoo,” says Bosse. “She swam with otters. She said it was great!” In August, Bosse presented a check for $15,000 to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, the hospital that successfully diagnosed him and saved his life. The sky’s the limit for what Bosse says the foundation can do. “I want to sponsor another wish or have a multiday golf tournament,” he says, then his face lights up. “Maybe we could sponsor somebody who wants to be a rheumatologist to study abroad. I just thought of that!” (gpbosse4foundation.com) SPEAKING VOLUMES Giving back has been a part of Danielle Day’s life as far back as she can remember. When she was growing up, the Jupiter teen volunteered at a school for homeless children in Ecuador and taught music at El Sol, the Jupiter nonprofit organization that supports daylaborers and their families. “Those two experiences opened my eyes to circumstances some kids are faced with,” says Day, 18. “I really wanted to create a club to serve kids in need.” A friend introduced her to Speak Up for Kids, a local nonprofit organization that supports children in foster care. She decided to NOVEM B ER 2 0 2 6

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I realized that no one was giving these guys the medical attention, care, and emotional attention they deserved.”

Q: What is the biggest barrier to better health for men? A: Men think they don’t have time

for it, especially if they are high achievers. They also think they

— Ali Gilbert

PHOTOS COURTESY ALI GILBERT

li Gilbert doesn’t pull any punches. Known as the “Queen of Men’s Health,” she has built a career telling highpowered men what they may not want—but often need—to hear about their health. “Men who run companies and own businesses hire people around them to say yes to them,” says Gilbert. “They respect you when you tell them, ‘No, this is wrong.’” That tough-love approach has attracted a roster of clients ranging from professional athletes to billionaires. The Jupiter resident says she recognized early in her career that many men had trouble talking openly about their health. “A lot of guys would share things with me that they hadn’t shared with a doctor or a trainer or even their wife,” she says. “I realized that no one was giving these guys the medical attention, care, and emotional attention they deserved.” Gilbert founded Silverback Coaching to give men one integrated team focused on their health. “I call what we do asset management in the sense that their body is the last asset they invest in,” she says. Fitness, nutrition, medical testing, emotional support, and conversations about testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and hormone optimization are all part of her approach. (ali-gilbert.com)

Q&A

MALE ORDER MEN’S HEALTH EXPERT ALI GILBERT GETS CANDID ABOUT FITNESS, HORMONES AND THE EXCUSES KEEPING MEN FROM FEELING THEIR BEST. BY VALERIE STAGGS

have to give up everything they enjoy to achieve what they want.

him and, to do that, he has to be resilient and healthy.

What’s the best way for a spouse or partner to talk to a man about his health?

What is a common mistake men make when trying to lose weight?

A good way to open the discussion is to talk about things that are important in that man’s life. If he has kids, he wants to be around for his kids. Reiterate that you want to enjoy a long life with

Men think women fear the scale and carbs. Guys are just as dramatic. The scale does not matter when it comes to progress. Visual progress and what the mirror says—that matters.

Ali Gilbert brings her straight-talking approach to men’s health onstage, tackling everything from hormones to fitness and longevity.

Why does testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) carry such a stigma?

The stigma comes from anabolic steroids used for bodybuilding. With TRT, the dosage is different. It is literally replacing what your body should already be producing. Sometimes guys don’t want to get too big, but there are lots of guys on therapeutic doses and you would never know by looking at them. What three things can a guy do for his health?

Get your blood work done. Walk more than you do now. Lift some weights; it doesn’t have to be five days a week.

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Fishing and boating camps in Jupiter are helping kids and adults trade screen time for real-world skills, confidence, and plenty of time on the water

BY GEORGE LABONTE

FOR THE YOUNG In Jupiter, Captain Matt Budd’s Jupiter Fishing Academy hosts over 100 kids each summer for a four-day camp consisting of on-the-water guidance teaching fishing and boating skills. As a mentor, he stresses respect for the environment and its resources. Kids not only learn fishing’s physical mechanics, they also learn the responsibilities of being an ethical angler—advice especially important for youngsters just getting started with the hobby, which is a positive diversion from the power of social media that captivates today’s youth. The

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: A young angler practices careful handling of a juvenile tarpon before release; students at the Jupiter Fishing Academy prepare to revive a goliath grouper before returning it to the reef; an academy angler shows newfound respect for the fighting power of a large jack crevalle; a pair of local kids pose with a beautiful snook they landed.

GEORGE LABONTE

f you want to learn a new skill or how to perform almost any task these days, there’s likely a reference article or a video online offering detailed instructions. For terminal scrollers, the leap from watching activity to becoming proficient very often comes up short. Digital references have value, but some talents need a tactile, analog approach for mastery. Skills that require physical ability are better learned alongside an expert who can instill correct form and offer thoughtful personal advice as you go. That’s why handson fishing and boating camps for kids and adults are growing in popularity.

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FOR THE YOUNG AT HEART For adults who are new to boating and the sport of fishing or want to improve their skills, Captain Joe Dobbins offers Blue Water Boot Camp. This fourday program for groups of four participants teaches firsthand skills ranging from practicing various fishing styles, boat handling/ seamanship, navigation, and imparting common sense tools and local knowledge aboard Dobbins’ offshore center console vessel. It’s a great way for newcomers to the sport to build confidence and a fast

track to fishing success on local waters. The Blue Water Boot Camp sails out of Jupiter’s Jib Yacht Club & Marina and combines an offshore fishing charter experience with on-the-spot dialogue and personalized instruction throughout the four days. Dobbins employs an instructional format, which he can customize to participants’ specific interests. It’s an excellent opportunity to experience real-time training in multiple topics with the opportunity to present your own questions as they arise and receive effective solutions immediately. Summer’s favorable weather conditions make it a popular time for this service, which is available year-round. (bluewaterbootcamp.net) Hands-on involvement promotes active focus, so why not turn abstract ideas into tangible experiences? Under the supervision of experienced professionals and solid communicators like Captains Budd and Dobbins, on-the-water dreams turn into solid skills. Combine that with fresh air and sunshine, and who needs a screen anyway? ❖

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academy has a high repeat-enrollment rate and has grown fast enough to require extra captains to be enlisted each summer. Reservations are required well in advance for summer enrollment. (jupiterfishingacademy.com)

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Blue Water Boot Camp’s floating classroom; anglers learn hookup tactics; Blue Water students land multiple species; a tuna-tactics lesson ends with dinner. BELOW: Captain Joe Dobbins demonstrates live-bait techniques.

George LaBonte is a professional captain and a worldclass angler who has run a local charter fishing operation for 40 years. He has hosted acclaimed boating-related TV shows that aired nationally, as well as a popular radio show on ESPN. (youtube.com/ @georgelabonteoutdoors, edgesportfishing.com) NOVEM B ER 2 0 2 6

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REST ASSURED Dr. Richard Herstein shares

smart strategies for getting a better night’s sleep BY VALERIE STAGGS

leep can be a welcome respite at the end of a long day, but for people dealing with insomnia, snoring, sleep apnea, or simply an inability to fall asleep, bedtime can feel more like a nightmare. A myriad of factors can interfere with sleep, says Dr. Richard Herstein, founder of Stuart Sleep. “Watches and rings that measure sleep are good conversation starters but poor diagnostic tools. A lot of people will say that they are sleeping great, and they end up having very poor-quality sleep.” Practicing good sleep habits—such as sticking to a consistent schedule, reducing caffeine and alcohol, and putting your phone away before bedtime—is important, but good habits aren’t always enough. “It’s important to look at the overall picture,” says Herstein. Frequent trips to the bathroom during the night, snoring, pauses in breathing, gasping, or choking can be signs of a sleep disorder, he says, while

THE NIGHT SHIFT Herstein’s picks for products that produce serious zzzzzs

Natural Sleep Supplements Herstein advises choosing a product that pairs a small dose of melatonin with one or two calming agents.

Positional Wedge A foam wedge raises the head and torso to open the upper airway. “Gravity keeps the tongue and soft palate from falling backward, which is a common cause of snoring,” he says.

Good sleep habits are important, but Dr. Richard Herstein says persistent symptoms such as snoring, gasping, frequent waking, and daytime fatigue can signal an underlying sleep disorder.

other symptoms can be as subtle as changes in mood. For people experiencing these symptoms, Herstein recommends a sleep study to help identify underlying issues. Treatment for sleep disorders such as sleep apnea or heavy snoring often involves CPAP therapy, which requires patients to wear a mask while sleeping—something some find uncomfortable. Herstein offers an alternative approach called POxT (positional oxygenated therapy). Combining calibrated upper-body positioning with supplemental oxygen, POxT may provide an option for certain patients who cannot tolerate or have stopped using CPAP. Herstein says the importance of sleeping well cannot be overstated. “Sleep is an area of medicine that does not get the attention it deserves,” he explains. “It’s important for the body’s healing and regenerative properties and for the mind’s recovery.” (stuartsleep.com) ❖

Adjustable Bed Frame A motorized base allows the head of the mattress to be raised to a controlled angle, accomplishing the same job as a wedge but offering greater adjustability, Herstein explains.

Positional Trainers Train your body to reposition itself during sleep. “When you roll onto your back, the pressure prompts you to shift onto your side, usually without fully waking you,” Herstein says. Sound Machine Herstein recommends a Dohm sound machine because it uses a real mechanical fan inside instead of a digital speaker or pre-recorded audio loop.

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A Family’s Legacy of Giving For more than two decades, Betsy Herold has given back to the community that has given so much to her family. When her late husband, David, faced multiple health challenges, Cleveland Clinic Martin Health was there for them. Years later, Betsy experienced that same compassionate care herself. That gratitude has shaped a remarkable legacy of philanthropy, from strengthening heart care and supporting nurses to advancing technology and preparing Martin Health for the future. In 2027, Betsy will receive the George W. Crile, Sr. Award in recognition of her extraordinary commitment to Cleveland Clinic and the Treasure Coast.

Betsy with Craig Rosen and her grandson Philip Cadorette

“Those of us who have the ability to help should step up and make a difference for our entire community.” — Betsy Herold

Create a legacy that cares for generations. Scan the QR code to learn more.

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ORANGE YOU GLAD? Persimmon dinner plate ($45), bowl ($25) If you’re on the hunt for autumnal tableware to serve up your supper, this set offers the perfect hue.

PERFECT PAIR Tortoise serving set ($60) Tortoiseshell is a surprise tablescaping star: it’s warm, a little glam, and plays nicely with almost everything in your china cabinet.

EMILY’S PICKS

Get your table (and beyond) ready with my favorite finds from The Lavish Palm. (instagram.com/epantelides)

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PALM READER

Give Thanksgiving the glow-up it deserves with chic tabletop finds from The Lavish Palm

BY EMILY PANTELIDES

an we all agree to nix the kitschy ceramic turkeys on our Thanksgiving tables this year—and instead make our tablescapes a little more fabulous? Think warm colors and textures that make you want to linger long after the bird has been eaten. The Lavish Palm in Hobe Sound is filled with earthy fall hues, plus just enough sparkle to make the whole thing interesting. So buy some new accents, pull out your prettiest place settings, light too many candles, and make the table feel special (before anyone inevitably spills gravy on it.) ❖

BRANCH OUT Tortoise vase ($80), pomegranate branches ($15 each) More tortoise, but make it glass! Add these faux pomegranate branches and you’ve got a centerpiece that’s fall-forward and fabulous.

FOR THE BIRDS Pillow ($105) Add a pop of fall color—in embroidered velvet, no less—to extend that cozy fall feeling beyond the dining room.

RING TONE Napkin ring ($28), silk napkin/scarf ($52) These napkin rings are almost like jewelry. I paired them with this scarf that moonlights as a napkin. Warm, unexpected, and almost too pretty to wipe your mouth on!

SHELL GAME Tiger cowrie shell salt-andpepper shaker set ($35) Florida-centric charm, but make it chic with these tiny shakers.

HOT SEAT Ottoman ($320) My life’s mantra: every room needs a little leopard. And with extra guests around the table at this time of year, an ottoman is an easy way to squeeze in more seating.

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STUART’S KELLIE LIGHTBOURN HAS SPENT YEARS WINNING PAGEANT CROWNS. NOW THE NEWLY NAMED MRS. UNIVERSE IS USING HER BIGGEST TITLE YET TO ADVOCATE FOR PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.

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BY MELISSA HOLSMAN ust weeks before Stuart beauty queen Kellie Lightbourn was crowned Mrs. Universe 2026, she was a frightened mom seeking answers to help her 18-yearold son Niko, who has autism and a rare genetic disorder, Cornelia de Lang syndrome, which causes profound developmental delays and a severe intellectual disability. In tears leaving the Social Security Administration office, the 51-year-old attorney and multiple beauty pageant winner spied the headquarters for the ARC (Advocates for the Rights of the Challenged) of the Treasure Coast, which is the largest agency in the region assisting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Lightbourn flipped a U-turn into the ARC’s parking lot on South Kanner Highway in Stuart. “I just showed up on their doorstep, and I said, ‘I don’t NOVEM B ER 2 0 2 6

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LEFT: Mrs. Universe sashes on display for the women and girls at ARC of the Treasure Coast to don. BELOW: Lightbourn affixes a pageant-worthy crown on Sarah’s head.

know what to do. I need help. What services do you have?’” she recalls, her voice rising as she speaks of Niko, who was born in 2008 with his twin sister, Landyn, in Tampa, where Lightbourn was raising her family and building a successful career in television news and reality TV. Her broadcast endeavors included working as a legal correspondent and anchor at WFTS-TV; hosting Lifetime’s Designing Spaces; and appearances on E! Entertainment, Extra, and Animal Planet. In 2023, Lightbourn and her twins moved to Stuart to join her new husband, Shawn Luttenauer, and his sons, 18-yearold Tyler and 15-year-old Chase, whom she calls her “bonus sons.” It was something of a homecoming. The pair were college sweethearts, having met at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, where she graduated with a B.A. in communications in 1997 before earning a law degree at St. Thomas University College of Law in Miami and receiving a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy. During those early college years, Lightbourn, who grew up in Broward and Palm Beach counties, lived with her mother in Martin County. On that fraught January day at the ARC, Lightbourn, whose brown eyes flash with emotion as she pulls back a mane of model-perfect auburn hair, says she knew where she was; she’d spent decades championing kids with intellectual and developmental disabilities while scoring pageant title after title: Miss Virginia (her first major title at age 19); Mrs. Florida; Mrs. USA; and Mrs. Galaxy; to name a few. “I was familiar with ARC from Tampa because I had done volunteer work with them,” Lightbourn explains. “But when Niko turned 18, I’m like, ‘I don’t know what to do, and that’s what prompted me to walk into the door of ARC.’” She adds: “I was desperate as a mom who didn’t know what to do, and I don’t normally feel like that. I normally get things

OPPOSITE PAGE: Lightbourn shows Lizzie and Kayla their new beauty goods, applies their makeup, and helps them select accent jewelry.

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done. I normally can attack stuff, but I just felt like I wasn’t going to do it right.” She absolutely came to the right place to help her son, says Keith Muniz, president and CEO of the ARC, which assists individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Martin, St. Lucie, and northern Palm Beach counties with state-of-the-art residential, vocational, educational, behavioral, and other health-related programs and services that ensure choices, opportunities, advocacy, and family support.

“Her son is on the [autism] spectrum and eventually we want to help him in his long-term care needs, and the rest of his life, at whatever level he may need,” Muniz says. “Sometimes it’s supported living, helping people live in their own apartments, or maintain jobs.” Turns out, Lightbourn’s outreach to the ARC in Stuart might be one of the best things to happen there since 2010, when then-state Rep. William Snyder (and retired Martin County Sheriff) secured $800,000 in state funds to expand, refurbish, and hurricane-proof its adult day training facility that doubles as a special needs shelter. That’s because after touring the facility, Lightbourn volunteered to emcee the ARC’s annual fundraising event and vowed that if she won the international Mrs. Universe title on May 6 in Orlando, she’d return to make her first public ap-

pearance and use her global platform to champion their mission to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities thrive in their communities. “I said, ‘I don’t know if I can help you, but let me tell you who I am,” Lightbourn said during her visit. “I believe in what they are doing in the community, and I can help.” The ARC is involved in all sorts of social enterprise ventures, such as Stuart’s Alice’s Caring Café, which has a culinary program to teach food service and catering skills. It also contracts with the Florida Department of Transportation to provide sanitation management at the rest stops and weigh stations on I-95. The not-for-profit agency is on tap to add an acute health-care home at the site of its Therapeutic Intervention Program Community and Event Center in Port St. Lucie, according to Muniz. Terry Neil, the ARC’s director of development, says they were all rooting for Lightbourn, who won Mrs. Universe by beating NOVEM B ER 2 0 2 6

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“I’M HONORED TO USE THIS TITLE TO ELEVATE AWARENESS, CELEBRATE INCLUSION, AND SUPPORT FAMILIES LIKE MINE ON A GLOBAL STAGE.” — Kellie Lightbourn

Mrs. Spain, Alona Brodska, selected as first runner-up in the beauty contest open to married, divorced, and widowed women from countries around the world between the ages of 18 and 55, according to the pageant’s website. To Lightbourn, her success winning pageant isn’t about rewarding the prettiest face on stage. It’s using the visibility that comes with a crown to open doors for causes she’s always championed and to give a voice to people and organizations doing extraordinary work. “I do it because it’s a tool, and it gets people’s attention. I think the reason I continue to win, especially right now, is because it’s so much

bigger than me,” she says, “I have an ulterior motive, I do.” True to her word, on June 9, Lightbourn, sporting a ball cap and her silver-and-white “Mrs. Universe 2026” sash, launched her yearlong reign at the ARC in Stuart, signing autographs, taking photos, and playing games with individuals attending an adult day training program, as local TV and newspaper reporters looked on. “This advocacy is not just a platform for me, it’s my life,” she told journalists that day. “I’m honored to use this title to elevate awareness, celebrate inclusion, and support families like mine on a global stage.” And she’s just getting started, Lightbourn says. She’s launching a new empowerment program at the ARC, inspired by her former Tampa-based project called BeYOUty Camp Lightbourn looks on at a recent Unlimited event that Lightbourn organized with Shriner’s Chilat ARC of the Treasure dren’s Hospitals. Daughter Landyn has been Coast. involved with this service work. This new Mrs. Universe project, “Unlimited: Crowned for a day. Empowered for life,” kicked off August 12 with a mock run held at the ARC in Stuart, featuring makeovers, photo shoots, positive-image affirmations, and a trio of enthusiastic participants: Lizzie, Emily, and Sarah. After opening pink baskets brimming with jeweled tiaras, hairbrushes, hand mirrors, cosmetics, and lip balm, all three volunteers were treated to makeovers—hair and makeup by Landyn—followed by a photo shoot with Lightbourn, posing in pageant crowns and “Mrs. Universe 2026” sashes. For Emily’s fashion pics, she added a huge set of pink feathered

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Kellie and her daughter, Landyn Lightbourn, pose with Kayla.

wings that towered over her shoulders, as she smiled broadly under bright camera lights. “They couldn’t be more beautiful, more joyous, and it’s just an awesome thing to see,” says Muniz, watching the photo sessions. “I’m very proud of everything Kellie’s doing. I don’t even recognize them, what she’s sharing with them, and it’s great.” The plan, he says, is to offer Lightbourn’s empowerment program in Stuart, and later at their community center in Port St. Lucie. For Muniz, too, who beams speaking about their fortune in landing Lightbourn as their goodwill ambassador, says her advocacy brings “incredible recognition and visibility” for the population they serve. “There’s a broad spectrum of people who have a lot of physical, medical needs, to people who are very minimal in the level of care and needs that they have. They’re working in the community, they’re tax-paying citizens, and they’re giving back to the community,” he stresses. “So, it really puts the spotlight on all of that. And that we are, in fact, a worthy cause. We don’t take that word lightly; it’s a very important word: it’s a worthy cause.”

Of no fault of their own, Muniz adds, “these individuals have some challenges, and we’re helping them just live meaningful lives in the community … and Kellie has helped spotlight that in a way that we never would have been able to do without her.” Meanwhile, Lightbourn is retiring from pageants, but she’s not done competing. She’s eyeing a different, more political stage. Her next move, she says, is motivated by experience with divorce and custody proceedings to draft Niko’s Law, a bill she wants Florida lawmakers to enact “to help safeguard families and children with disabilities.” To that end, Lightbourn says she’s filed election papers as a Republican to campaign in 2028 for the Florida House District 86 seat currently held by state Rep. John Snyder (R-Stuart), who will be term limited out at the end of that year. If elected to the Florida House in November 2028, she would serve a two-year term representing parts of Martin and Palm Beach counties. “My intention is to finish this reign, do as much as I can in the community, and then continue my work in the community by running for state representative,” Lightbourn says. ❖ NOVEM B ER 2 0 2 6

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o G s n a e M n e Gre Fill your basket at some of South Florida’s best green markets—and turn your haul into something delicious BY JULES ARON | PHOTOGR APHY BY ELINA ABADI There’s something irresistible about a green market: crusty bread, artisan cheese, local honey, just-picked produce, plus maybe a jar or two of jam or hot sauce you didn’t know you needed. But the fun doesn’t have to end when you unpack your tote. We’ve tapped some of our favorite local green market vendors—those just down the road and those worth the drive—for inspiration on how to turn your fresh-air finds into something worth gathering around at home.

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BUILD YOUR BOARD: 1. Choose a large base. Use a wooden board, marble cheese slab, or serving platter with plenty of room for arranging. 2. Vary your meats. Include three to five options, such as salami, prosciutto, and pâté, with a mix of textures and flavors.

Meat and Greet CHARCUTERIE BOARD

A great charcuterie board is equal parts flavor and presentation—and easier to pull together than it looks. Start with standout cheeses and cured meats from Frank the Cheese Guy, then layer in fruits, nuts, pickles, spreads, breads, crackers and other green market finds for a spread that feels generous, colorful, and beautifully balanced. The key is balance: a mix of flavors, textures, and colors that feels abundant without being overworked.

3. Select contrasting cheeses. Choose at least three cheeses with different textures and flavor profiles—think soft, hard, blue, and semi-soft. 4. Add fruits and nuts. Mix fresh fruits like grapes, figs, and berries with dried fruits and nuts for sweetness, color, and crunch. 5. Include pickles and spreads. Olives, cornichons, honey, mustard, and jams add acidity, sweetness, and another layer of flavor. 6. Layer in breads and crackers. Fan out baguette slices, artisan crackers, and breadsticks for plenty of pairing options. 7. Arrange everything with care. Cluster items, layer them for visual interest, and fill gaps with smaller ingredients like nuts, berries, or olives. 8. Balance flavors and textures. Aim for a mix of salty, sweet, tangy, spicy, creamy, and crunchy elements. 9. Add finishing touches. Garnish with fresh herbs for color, label your cheeses, and serve spreads in small bowls or miniature jars.

Meet the Vendor 10. Serve at room temperature. Take cheeses out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before serving so their flavors and textures can fully shine.

Frank the Cheese Guy

Consider Frank your go-to guy for the good stuff. His hand-cut selection spans artisan cheeses from Europe and across the United States, with plenty of varieties worth sampling before you commit. Catch him at green markets in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, and Fort Pierce, or at The Cheese Shoppe at the Culinary Studio in Lake Park. (the-cheese-shoppe.com) NOVEM B ER 2 0 2 6

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CEREMONIAL HOT CHOCOLATE Ceremonial hot chocolate is a richer, less sweet take on the classic, made with minimally processed cacao and traditionally enjoyed slowly and with intention. Here, warming spices and a drizzle of Liquid Gold Honey round out the cacao’s deep, earthy flavor for a cup made to sip and savor.

INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp. raw cacao powder 2 cups water or milk of choice 1 tbsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. chili powder (optional) 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional) 1 tsp. vanilla extract from La Vida Vanilla 1–2 tbsp. Liquid Gold Honey (or to taste) A pinch of sea salt

INSTRUCTIONS In a saucepan, bring water or milk to a gentle simmer. Add cacao powder and whisk until integrated and smooth. Stir in cinnamon, chili powder, cayenne, vanilla, and sea salt. Simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour into cups and sweeten with Liquid Gold Honey to taste. Serve warm, honoring the ceremonial tradition.

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Cacao Sol

Cacao Sol brings a taste of Ecuador to the market with ethically sourced, ceremonialgrade cacao offered as powders, nibs, and bars. Find them at the Boca Farmers Market and Coco Market in Delray Beach. (cacaosol.com)

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Liquid Gold Honey

Pure, raw, and locally sourced, Liquid Gold Honey bottles 100 percent unfiltered honey with nothing extra added. Pick up a jar at the West Palm Beach GreenMarket, The Gardens GreenMarket, or the Boca Farmers Market. (liquidgold.store/shop)

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SWEET HEAT DRESSING A spoonful of jam can do more than dress up toast. Whisk Sarah’s Slow Jam pepper jelly with olive oil and a splash of vinegar or lemon juice, and you’ve got a quick vinaigrette that balances sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Drizzle it over greens or use it to give sandwiches an extra hit of flavor. INGREDIENTS

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2 tbsp. Sarah’s Slow Jam pepper jelly, in your favorite flavor

In a small bowl, whisk together the jam and

¼ cup olive oil

drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to emul-

1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar or lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste

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vinegar or lemon juice until smooth. Slowly sify. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle over your favorite greens or use as a condiment on sandwiches.

Sarah's Slow Jam

Sweet, spicy, and made in small batches, Sarah’s seasonal jams and jellies range from classic fruit spreads to award-winning pepper jellies. Pick up a jar at the West Palm Beach GreenMarket. (sarahsslowjam.com)

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Espresso Yourself TIRAMISU

Tiramisu layers coffee-soaked ladyfingers with creamy mascarpone and cacao for a dessert that’s rich, bittersweet, and surprisingly simple to assemble. Our green market version puts a local spin on the Italian classic with mascarpone from Frank the Cheese Guy, coffee from Rise with a Grind, vanilla from La Vida Vanilla, and cacao from Cacao Sol.

INGREDIENTS Strong brewed Rise with a Grind coffee (cooled) 1 cup milk 3 egg yolks ½ cup sugar 8 oz. mascarpone from Frank the Cheese Guy 1 tsp. vanilla from La Vida Vanilla Ladyfingers Cocoa powder from Cacao Sol

INSTRUCTIONS Brew and cool coffee. Whisk egg yolks and sugar over a double boiler until thick; let cool. Mix mascarpone, vanilla, and egg yolk mixture; add milk until smooth. Dip ladyfingers into cooled coffee and layer in a dish. Spread half the mascarpone mixture, repeat layers. Chill for four or more hours, then dust with cocoa powder before serving.

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La Vida Vanilla

La Vida Vanilla specializes in small-batch vanilla extract and other handcrafted vanilla products designed to bring flavor to everything from baked goods to cocktails. Find them at local events, including the Boca Farmers Market. (lavidavanilla.com)

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Rise with a Grind

For coffee lovers looking for a gentler brew, Rise with a Grind roasts organic, low-acid beans from Honduras. Find their bags at the Boca Farmers Market and Jupiter Creamery. (risewithagrindcoffee.com)

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Toast of the Town POWER PANINI

Tangy Isla Collective sourdough, savory cured meats from Frank the Cheese Guy, and a punchy layer of Zen Coast Co Krauts come together in a pressed sandwich that’s crisp, melty, and packed with local flavor. INGREDIENTS Sliced Isla Collective sourdough Cured meats from Frank the Cheese Guy (your choice) Zen Coast Co Krauts (your flavor choice) Cheese from Frank the Cheese Guy (Swiss, Gruyère, or your favorite)

INSTRUCTIONS Preheat panini press or skillet. Layer krauts, meats, and cheese between two slices of bread. Butter outside of bread or brush with olive oil. Grill until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted. Slice and serve.

Butter or olive oil

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Zen Coast

Using organic ingredients and traditional fermentation, Zen Coast crafts kombucha, kimchi, and krauts with plenty of tang and character. Shop their fermented favorites at the Delray Beach GreenMarket and Jupiter Creamery Farmers Market. (zencoast.life)

MAKE YOUR MARKET S CA N TH E Q R CO DE FO R O U R G U I D E TO S O U TH F LO R IDA GR E E N MA R K E T S TH AT A R E R IP E FO R E X P LO R I N G .

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TOP DENTISTS ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES FIND 29 OF THE TOP DENTISTS AS CHOSEN BY THEIR COLLEAGUES. WE PROFILE SOME OF THE MOST SKILLED DENTISTS PRACTICING IN THE STUART AREA. SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

Stuart Magazine partnered with the firm Professional Research Services, which asked licensed Martin County dentists who they would recommend in the area for dental care. Dentists were allowed to name up to three colleagues in each specialty. Nominees were then evaluated on the basis of the survey results, the status of their licenses, and their standing with the Florida Board of Dentistry. Qualifying dentists who received the highest number of votes are reflected on the following list.

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ENDODONTICS Simon M. Ghattas Stuart Endodontics Stuart 772-221-3700 stuartendodontics.com Juan Savelli 900ENDO Stuart 772-223-4646 900endo.com

FRANCIS J. DUCOIN, DMD, MS For more than 35 years, Francis J. DuCoin, DMD, MS, has cared for generations of Stuart and Treasure Coast families, combining trusted, personalized care with exceptional experience and advanced technology. Dr. DuCoin is board certified by the ABOI/ID and a past president of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. With extensive knowledge of implant dentistry, he brings nationally recognized expertise to his patients. Dr. DuCoin’s extensive training and clinical background allow him to provide truly comprehensive dentistry in his office, giving patients continuity of care from routine family dentistry to complex restorative treatment and dental implants. His commitment to advanced technology allows him to design, create and place beautiful, precision-crafted ceramic crowns in about one hour, often eliminating temporary crowns and a second appointment. Whether maintaining healthy smiles or rebuilding them, you and your family will have the benefit of one dentist with the breadth of skills to provide your care from start to finish. Advanced dentistry backed by expertise. Personal care built on trust.

GENERAL DENTISTRY Eric Benson Dentists of Stuart Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Stuart 772-692-1300 dentistsofstuart.com David Burke Fresh Family Dental Stuart 772-905-3655 freshfamilydental.com Brian J. DiMeo DiMeo Family Dental Hobe Sound 772-266-0962 dimeofamilydental.com

Alan C. Haspel Oral-Facial Surgical Associates Stuart 772-283-6757 jawdocs.org Maureen M. Holley Maureen M. Holley, DMD Stuart 772-288-9901 holleydmd.com Matthew Hooks Riverview Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry Stuart 772-692-6992 riverviewcosmeticdentistry.com LEARN MORE ON PAGE 57

Arlene R. Jaffe Regency Dental of Stuart Stuart 772-220-7555 regencydentalofstuart.com Hakan Kinaci Great Smile Dental Port Saint Lucie 772-621-2492 greatsmiledental.com Dylan Marfan Stuart Dental, Inc. Stuart 772-286-2124 stuartdentalin.com

Francis J. Ducoin DuCoin Center for Advanced Dentistry Stuart 772-287-6159 fducoindmd.com

R. Anthony Matheny Stuart Dental Spa Stuart 772-287-2338 stuartdentalspa.com

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Sri Ghanta Anchor Dental - Stuart Stuart 772-283-0902 anchordental.com

Brent C. Maxson Brent C. Maxson, DMD, PA Stuart 772-732-8262 brentmaxsondmd.com

Danielle Guerrino Willoughby Dental Stuart 772-283-8555 willoughbydentiststuart.com

Colin M. McKinney Colin M. McKinney, DMD Stuart 772-266-2223 stuartfamilydentistry.com

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DR. CRYSTEL AÑAÑOS RIGGS Beautiful smiles are just the beginning at Riggs Family Dentistry! For more than 20 years, Dr. Crystel Añaños Riggs has been dedicated to helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles in a warm, welcoming environment. A graduate of the University of Florida, she believes the mouth is the gateway to the body and understands dental care can have a lasting impact on a person’s overall health, confidence, and quality of life. From the moment you walk through the doors, you’ll notice the difference. Here, patients are treated like family. Whether your visit is for a cleaning, restorative treatment, or cosmetic services, Dr. Riggs and her team take the time to listen and understand what’s important to you. Working with you, they’ll create a personalized care plan, so you feel comfortable and confident every step of the way. Dr. Riggs’ commitment to exceptional care extends throughout her entire team, including her knowledgeable dental hygienists, Chastidie and Lyndsay. Chastidie has been caring for patients at Riggs Family Dentistry for more than 16 years. She’s known for her gentle approach and passion

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for helping patients understand the connection between oral health and overall wellness. Lyndsay, the newest member of the Riggs Family Dentistry team, brings 10 years of dental experience and a warm, relationship-centered approach that helps every patient feel welcome, comfortable, and genuinely cared for. They share Dr. Riggs’ belief that dentistry is about more than healthy teeth; it’s about building lasting relationships and helping patients enjoy healthier, happier lives. Caring for others extends beyond the office. Dr. Riggs enjoys giving back through volunteer work, and is committed to lifelong learning. She regularly attends advanced dental continuing education to bring the latest knowledge and techniques back to her patients. Being recognized as one of Stuart Magazine’s Top Dentists is an honor Dr. Riggs shares with her entire team and with the patients who have trusted her with their smiles over the years. If you’re looking for thoughtful, personalized dental care, you can always expect a warm welcome waiting at Riggs Family Dentistry.

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Robert Murray Stuart Smiles Stuart 772-287-5222 healthgrades.com

Rosie Aviles Rosie Aviles Orthodontist Palm City 772-287-8181 palmcityorthodontist.com

Daniel L. Pichler Daniel L. Pichler, DDS, PA Hobe Sound 772-223-9202 pichlerdentistry.com Crystel Añaños Riggs Riggs Family Dentistry Stuart 772-220-4171 riggsfamilydentistry.com LEARN MORE ON PAGE 55

DR. R. ANTHONY MATHENY We are Stuart, Florida’s premier practice for exceptional cosmetic, restorative, and family dentistry, with a focus on your health and well-being. At Stuart Dental Spa, your smile and comfort are our top priorities. We believe that visiting the dentist should be a comfortable and personalized experience, so we offer a spa-like environment designed to make your visit relaxing and stress-free. Our team combines cuttingedge technology with a conservative approach to dental care, ensuring that each patient receives top-quality treatment tailored to their unique needs. We believe in taking the time to listen to you and answer all of your questions. Dr. Matheny has been practicing on the Treasure Coast for more than 25 years, and is proud to have hundreds of top reviews online. Call to come in to see why so many of our patients love to refer their family and friends to us. Don’t forget to ask about our new patient special!

Daniel T. Spears Spears Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Palm City 772-286-7663 palmcitydentist.com Andrew Turke Turke Advanced Dental Arts Palm City 772-919-7444 tadadental.com

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY Francisco Arias Pediatric Dentistry of The Treasure Coast Port Saint Lucie 772-337-0899 drarias.com Julie Sugar Children’s Dentistry of Stuart Stuart 772-283-1230 childrensdentistryofstuart.com Nancy H. Torres Children’s Dentistry of Stuart Stuart 772-283-1230 childrensdentistryofstuart.com

Christopher J. Wigley Jensen Beach Dental Jensen Beach 772-334-4004 jensenbeachdental.com

ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY Jeffrey M. Brown Treasure Coast Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery & Dental Implant Surgery Center Port Saint Lucie 772-337-4798 tcomfs.com Jordan M. Kaltman Oral-Facial Surgical Associates Stuart 772-283-6757 jawdocs.org

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They are more than coworkers, they are family. That bond is reflected in the way they care for their patients, creating an atmosphere that feels welcoming, personal, and sincere. From the moment patients walk through the door, they are met with warmth, attentive listening, respectful communication, and unwavering integrity. The doctors and their team believe dentistry is about far more than clinical expertise. It is about building lasting relationships and ensuring every patient feels valued, understood, and confident in their care. Their vision extends beyond the dental chair. Dr. Hooks, Dr. Figueroa, and their team aspire to be a source of encouragement, compassion, and service to the Stuart community they are blessed to call home. In all they do, they strive to reflect their guiding values: integrity in every action, love in every interaction, and excellence in every outcome. More than a dental office, it is a practice built on family, faith, service, and a genuine commitment to the people of Stuart.

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DR. DANIELLE GUERRINO Dr. Danielle Guerrino grew up in Westchester, New York, in a family of dentists, where she was introduced to the profession from an early age. Surrounded by dentistry throughout her childhood, she developed an appreciation not only for the clinical side of the profession, but also for the lasting relationships dentists build with their patients and communities. She earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Medical University of South Carolina before completing an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency through the University of Florida in St. Petersburg. Her residency further shaped her approach to dentistry and inspired her to keep learning and growing throughout her career. Dr. Guerrino has completed more than 1,000 hours of advanced continuing education, with extensive training in restorative, cosmetic, implant, and comprehensive dentistry. Her advanced training includes: • The Dawson Academy — Graduate of the Core Curriculum, with advanced education in

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comprehensive treatment planning, occlusion, and restorative dentistry • Implant Educators — Comprehensive implant continuum focused on implant treatment planning and surgical and restorative techniques • The Hornbrook Group — Advanced training in occlusion and functional esthetics, including a hands-on, live-patient smile design case Dr. Guerrino has been practicing dentistry for more than a decade and has owned her practice since 2023. She believes great dentistry starts with listening to her patients and understanding what matters most to them. She values the trust they place in her and strives to provide the same thoughtful, high-quality care she would want for her own family. Outside of the office, Dr. Guerrino enjoys life in Stuart with her husband, Lance, and their two daughters, ages 5 and 3, with another baby on the way. When she’s not practicing dentistry, she loves playing tennis, boating, and spending time with family.

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Deep in the ART of Texas Anyone who watched Dallas in the 1980s will recognize the charismatic tycoon commanding center stage in this vibrant home office in Palm Beach Gardens. The homeowner, a financial advisor, had found the Mark Boomershine portrait of J.R. Ewing grasping a stack of cash in Atlanta’s West End. When he tapped Melissa Guerra and Allison Nee of North Palm Beach–based NXG Studio to design a masculine yet sophisticated retreat where he could

both work and relax, the designers knew the room needed to take its cues from the whimsical pop-culture piece. Beginning with an accent wall in bright teal, they added asymmetrical shelving to create a gallery-like effect. The desk layout preserves circulation and a strong axial view of the artwork, while glass barn doors preserve openness and a visual connection to the adjacent living spaces. (nxgstudio.com) –Kerry Shorr

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KELLIE BURKE MIXES CRISP MODERNITY WITH OLD WORLD GLAMOUR TO CREATE A FRENCHMAN’S RESERVE HOME TAILORED TO TWO VERY DIFFERENT TASTES BY KERRY SHORR

ellie Burke Interiors founder Kellie Burke credits her father—a contractor with a passion for home flipping—with setting her on the path to what has become her métier: designing jaw-dropping residences and meticulously curated commercial projects. After college, she appraised antique homes for insurance, honing an eye for construction, value, and the qualities that give a home lasting worth. “I learned to respect the structure, its integrity and how it was built, and not to cover it up, but lean into it,” she says. That foundation shapes each project Burke takes on, including a Mediterranean-style spread in Frenchman’s Reserve. The clients, Cyndi Duran, founder of CYZL, a nightlife-dining app, and her husband, Charles Saunders, a physician and health care entrepreneur, came to the project with variant viewpoints. Cyndi envisioned a

mostly white aesthetic with chic, modern touches, while Charles favored amplifying the home’s Old World charm through decorative architectural detailing. “It’s extremely rare to find two people with the same design ideal,” Burke says. “So I went on a mission to blend both.” The couple also brought on Scott Sullivan of Legacy Builders of the Palm Beaches Inc. to oversee renovation of the two-story residence, whose 8,455-square-foot footprint accommodates six bedrooms, eight baths, a great room, family room, dining room, breakfast nook, hisand-hers studies, wine cellar, and movie theater. The first floor contains the main living spaces and primary suite, while the second harbors the children’s and guest quarters, along with a landing Burke transformed into a billiard lounge. The initial plan called for renovating the primary suite, but the scope soon expanded to

include the kitchen and great room and, ultimately, the remainder of the home. Early on, the designer embraced a tonal scheme of white, cream, and mushroom complemented with hand-applied Venetian plaster, unadorned stone, richly grained woods, decorative moldings, and faux-painted ceilings for European flair. Existing cobbled travertine floors were refinished; their coloration served as a counterpoint to the lighter palette. The kitchen was reworked around the couple’s love of entertaining. Calacatta marble–drenched

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In the backyard, landscape architect Grace Walton created a lush, manicured retreat, training bougainvillea up the columns for a romantic touch. To suit her client’s love of entertaining, designer Kellie Burke added a double kitchen island for the chef and guests, along with a fully stocked “bougie bar” in the great room, saving trips back to the kitchen.

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Liberace would swoon for the porcelain-sheathed primary bath, while stone veneer, chocolate velvet chaises, and a twinkling ceiling define the movie room. In the once all-white master bedroom, fauxstone walls and a silver-leaf ceiling with a Chantilly lace effect lend Old World charm.

walls and double islands separate prep from socializing. Custom cabinetry fabricated in Italy, a brass-and-ivory enameled hood, a shimmering crystal chandelier, and a mercury glass ceiling wallcovering lend finery and contrast to the polished white-on-white surrounds. The great room was conceived as a loungelike space for conversation featuring curvilinear sofas, accent chairs, and martini tables for cocktails. Burke replaced the heavily carved fireplace with a streamlined linear version faced in bookmatched Calacatta Macchia Vecchia stone slabs, creating a glamorous focal point. Beneath the staircase, Burke squeezed in a wet bar, bringing plumbing down through the wall into a bump-out with an overhang for stools and an integrated sink. “I know Scott wanted to kill me,” she jokes. Italian walnut millwork, antique mirror, hidden hardware, an ice maker, and a basin that can be filled with wine and champagne complete the setup. Burke even borrowed space from Charles’ study to introduce a glass-enclosed, temperature-controlled wine cellar for his extensive collection, making it visible from the great room, hallway, and office itself. The primary bedroom was warmed up with European-style chevron flooring, faux-painted stone panels flanking the bed, and a silver-leafed tray ceiling framing a chandelier. The adjoining bath showcases floor-to-ceiling porcelain slabs, polished brass, integrated lighting, and stoneclad doors that conceal the toilet. As spaces took shape, the focus shifted outdoors. Grace Walton of Green Concepts Inc.,

transformed the grounds into a romantic landscape, marrying the property’s mature trees and palms with pleached trees, flowering shrubs, and clipped hedges. A new pool and spa positioned along the home’s main axis anchor the view from inside, while the rear and side grounds were reworked to comprise a larger entertaining area, an expanded outdoor kitchen, a putting green, firepit, dining area, and a tucked-away terrace. As the home neared completion, Burke tackled Cyndi’s wow-worthy walk-in closet last. Rather than an indulgence, the designer encour-

aged her to view it as an investment. “You’re building it for yourself. But if you do it right, you’re building a lifestyle for the person who’s going to buy it from you,” says Burke. Her prediction proved prescient. After a couple of cocktail parties, Cyndi and Charles received an unsolicited offer for more than they ever imagined. Despite having no plans to move, they ultimately sold. “The sad part for me is... I went to one party and it was, like, gone,” she laughs. “Call it my ‘I told you so’ moment about the value of good design.” (kellieburke.com; legacypb.com) ❖ NOVEM B ER 2 0 2 6

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FRANCESCA MORGAN

POT LUCK For Morgan, cooking is another creative outlet rooted in her Lebanese heritage and love of layered flavors. She reaches for Le Creuset for its culinary performance and timeless design.

DREAM WEAVER After a day of site visits and team meetings, Morgan loves retreating to Legacy Linens’ Montauk bedding in Lagoon because, as she puts it, there is nothing more luxurious than curling up in beautifully made linens.

WINDOW DRESSING With textiles in her blood, Morgan knows custom drapery is only as compelling as the finishing details. She turns to Brimar’s Lucite Cube Collection for its polished jewel-like allure.

BLOOM SERVICE Fresh florals lend a certain je ne sais quoi to any room. Morgan often incorporates them into her

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Among Francesca Morgan’s proudest accomplishments are the enduring relationships she has cultivated with clients near and abroad. Growing up in North Miami, Morgan worked in her family’s textile business, where she developed an appreciation for recherché fabrics and custom craftsmanship—laying the foundation for the connoisseur’s eye that defines her work today. After graduating from Florida International University, she ran her own design businesses in Miami and then Stuart before launching her eponymous firm, Francesca Morgan Interiors, in 2021. Today, the “Best of Houzz Innovator” and Stuart Magazine’s 2025 “Best of Stuart” Interior Designer finalist is sought after for the quiet luxury settings she creates, deftly blending color, pattern, and texture with a homeowner’s lifestyle and individual tastes. That same approach is evident in her own studio, a meticulously restored 1920s cottage designated a Stuart historic landmark in 2026. Here, she spotlights seven favorite musthaves, some of which are available through her website. (francescamorganinteriors.com) —K.S.

projects and keeps her studio in bloom with roses cut from her own garden.

DINNER & A SHOW One-ofa-kind pieces give a space soul. Among Morgan’s favorite collectibles is Bjørn Wiinblad’s Rosenthal Zauberflöte porcelain dinnerware, which depicts scenes from Mozart’s The Magic Flute.

JUST BEAD IT “Like earrings or a necklace, I love accent lighting that adds the finishing touch to a home,” says Morgan, who favors Ro Sham Beaux’s Collette chandelier, customizable in an array of bead colors.

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TEXTURE TIME Wallpaper imparts instant élan, which is why Morgan often specifies Phillip Jeffries’ Sunset Silver Fringe grasscloth for its subtle metallic finish and distinctive fringe stripes, calling it a “showstopper.”

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LOVE AT FIRST BITE

HOLY SMOKES PRIME BRISKET AT TEQUESTA SMOKEHOUSE

BY KRISTEN DESMOND LEFEVRE

COURTESY OF TEQUESTA SMOKEHOUSE

he brisket at Tequesta Smokehouse doesn’t believe in shortcuts. The certified Black Angus prime brisket is smoked for more than 12 hours of low-and-slow smoking in one of two 1,000-gallon Texas-built offset smokers—appropriately christened “Smokey” and “The Bandit.” Order the brisket by the half pound with bread or a potato bun, pickles, onion, and barbecue sauce—or go all in with the Texas Trinity, which adds ribs and house-made sausage. And because the Smokehouse shares its home with Tequesta Brewing Company, you can pair your plate with a locally brewed pint. Just don’t dawdle— the barbecue is made in limited quantities and regularly sells out. (tequestasmokehouse.com)

Prime brisket is seasoned by hand before settling in for a 12-plus-hour smoke at Tequesta Smokehouse.

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ROME

If You Want to

CHEF LUCA FONTANAROSA BRINGS THE FLAVORS OF ITALY’S MANY REGIONS TO A NEW LOCATION IN TRADITION BY KRISTEN DESMOND LEFEVRE

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t Ristorante Chef Luca Corleone’s new home in Port St. Lucie’s Riverland Town Center, chef Luca Fontanarosa isn’t interested in offering a CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: The hearty Costoletta di maiale alla Valdostana; Tiramisu made for sharing; dinner catchall version of Italian food. RT ES and drinks set the scene at Ristorante Chef Luca Corleone; chef Luca Fontanarosa. YO FC His menu roams from Sicily to KE HEF D AVID BUR Tuscany, Campania to the Aosta ValThe pasta dishes tell their own stories. ley—celebrating the dishes, ingredients, and It’s an approach rooted in Fontanarosa’s Pappardelle al Ragù di Cinghiale pairs broad, traditions that make each region distinct. own story. Born in Catania, Sicily, he took an bronze-drawn noodles with a deeply savory unconventional path to the kitchen, spending Tuscan wild-boar ragù slow-cooked with more than 25 years in technology and rising red wine, vegetables, and herbs. The Nerano to chief technology officer before deciding to is drawn from Italy’s southern regions, pursue cooking professionally. After culinary enveloping pasta in a silky combination of school and restaurant experience in New fried zucchini, aged Provolone del Monaco York and Hobe Sound, he opened Ristorante DOP, basil, and olive oil. Corleone on U.S. 1 in Port St. Lucie in 2018. When it comes to mains, don’t skip the This year brought a fresh start. After closing hearty Costoletta di Maiale alla Valdostana: a his original location in the spring, Fontanarosa bone-in pork chop layered with Parma opened his new restaurant in Tradition in cotto and melted Fontina, then finished with August. The new, larger space includes an a white-wine butter sauce. And dessert open kitchen, patio seating, and a dedicated makes a convincing argument for lingering pizza oven—giving the chef more room to a little longer. The big-enough-to-share explore the regional cooking that has long Tiramisu layers espresso-soaked Savoiardi defined his style. with velvety mascarpone cream and 70 And there’s plenty to explore on the percent cocoa—a familiar finale, executed menu. For starters, the Carpaccio di Filetto with the same respect for tradition found is a lesson in restraint: delicate slices of filet throughout the menu. mignon topped with extra-virgin olive oil and The address may be new, but Fontanarosa’s lemon, peppery arugula, shaved Parmigiano point of view remains clear: Italy is far too Reggiano, cracked pepper, and Maldon salt. deliciously diverse to reduce to a handful The Olive Ascolane, meanwhile, brings a of familiar dishes. At Ristorante Chef Luca taste of Italy’s Marche region: green olives Corleone, the pleasure is in tasting your way hand-stuffed with veal and pork, breaded, through it. (cheflucacorleone.com) ❖ and fried to a golden crisp. NOV EMBER 2 0 2 6

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LUNCH BREAK

THE ITALIAN JOB

here’s something wonderfully old-school about Danny-Kay’s Deli & Market in Tequesta—and that’s entirely the point. Named for owner Jordan O’Leary’s Italian grandparents, who once ran their own neighborhood grocery, the shop carries on the family tradition with fresh pasta, cured meats, good cheese, strong coffee, and more. At lunchtime, make a beeline for the counter. The prosciutto di Parma on focaccia is a favorite, especially after watching the 24-month aged prosciutto shaved whisper-thin on the shop’s gleaming, wheeled flywheel slicer. Looking for something lighter? Grab a pesto pasta salad from the case. Before you leave, though, take another lap. Fresh pasta is made in-house daily using imported Italian flour, plus sauces, meatballs, and other prepared favorites that make dinner practically a done deal. And if simply eating all that pasta isn’t immersive enough, Danny-Kay’s hosts Thursday evening pasta-making classes, where guests can learn to make it themselves. Come for lunch, leave with dinner—and maybe a new skill. Consider it one very productive lunch hour. (dannykays.com) –K.D.L.

A stacked Italian sandwich (left) and Danny-Kay’s Berkel flywheel slicer channel the deli’s old-school Italian spirit.

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COURTESY OF PUSATERIS

COURTESY OF MRS SMOKEYS

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4 FLAVOR PROFILE

In honor of National Pickle Day on November 14, we’re celebrating six local menu items that prove pickles are anything but a side piece

COURTESY MOCHI TEA CAFE

BRINE TIME 6

BY KRISTEN DESMOND LEFEVRE

1 BUCKS COAL FIRED PIZZA

2 BLACKBIRD MODERN ASIAN

3 MRS. SMOKEYS

5 TOWNIES TAVERN

Jupiter

4 PUSATERI’S CHICAGO PIZZA

Palm City

6 LUCKY SHUCK OYSTER BAR & TAPHOUSE

North Palm Beach

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bird’s Korean Pickles.

classic. Fried Pickles

Dog doesn’t settle for

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martini, the Kind of a Big

coal-fired pies with

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at Mrs. Smokeys de-

just one kind of pickle.

part of the main event,

Dill cocktail pairs crisp vodka

fire-roasted pickle

together cucumber,

liver the old-school

Along with a full spear,

soaking the chicken in a

with tangy pickle brine for

chips and dill aioli.

kimchi, and gochugaru

version we know

this dog comes with

buttermilk pickle brine

a boldly savory sip. Shaken

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for a spicy take that

and love: pickles

the namesake city’s

before piling on spicy

until perfectly chilled, it

gives the pickles a

trades the usual dill-

transformed into a

famous electric-green

sriracha pickles. Guaca-

delivers acidity, brine, and

smoky edge, while the

and-vinegar profile for

snackable bite that

pickle relish—made from

mole and tavern garlic

a satisfyingly clean finish.

creamy aioli doubles

fermented funk and

pairs perfectly with

chopped cucumbers,

sauce round out the

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down on the dill.

chili heat. (blackbird

barbecued meats.

vinegar, sugar, and salt.

deliciously messy affair.

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For New Yorkers who’ve traded skyscrapers for palm trees (but refuse to lower their bagel standards), good news: O F H& H&H Bagels has landed in Palm Beach Gardens. The legendary HB AG E LS Upper West Side brand—founded in 1972—joins South Florida locations in Boca Raton and West Palm Beach. And yes, this is that H&H: the bagel shop with cameos on Seinfeld, Sex and the City, and The Office. H&H still does things the old-school way, using its original recipe and New York City water to proof and kettle-boil its bagels before baking them fresh on-site throughout the day. Expect all the usual suspects—everything, sesame, egg, pumpernickel, and cinnamon raisin—plus scallion, veggie, and strawberry schmears. There’s also the requisite bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich; the Nova salmon with “The Works” (our favorite); and a lineup of specialty sandwiches. It’s not just a grab-a-dozen-and-go operation, either. H&H serves breakfast and lunch, with egg sandwiches in the morning and options like the Southwest Turkey and veggie-packed Gardener later in the day. Pair it all with H&H’s signature coffee, roasted in small batches and ground fresh for each brew. (hhbagels.com) TE

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The Grape-ful

Table

From the first slice of turkey to the next-day leftovers, 1000 North sommelier José Chamul uncorks his picks for a perfectly paired Thanksgiving

hanksgiving dinner can be something of a wine-pairing obstacle course. One plate can hold turkey, A buttery mashed potatoes, LB LA AE MICH herb-heavy stuffing, rich gravy, sugary sweet potatoes, and tart cranberry sauce—and somehow one glass is supposed to make sense of it all. The good news, says 1000 North sommelier José Chamul, is that there isn’t one “correct” Thanksgiving wine. The trick, he says, is choosing bottles with enough acidity, freshness, and versatility to move around the plate. Here are Chamul’s picks for prime pours this holiday season. (1000north.com)

BY KRISTEN DESMOND LEFEVRE

THE BIRD For turkey, Chamul reaches for reds that bring acidity and structure without overpowering the relatively delicate meat. Pinot Noir is a natural fit, he says, but he also likes Barolo—a wine with enough backbone to stand up to gravy while still playing nicely with the rest of the plate. TRY: Lingua Franca ‘Avni’ Pinot Noir, $39.99 or Damilano Lecinquevigne Barolo, $49.99 (totalwine.com)

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THE SIDES

THE GRAVY

THE DESSERTS

THE LEFTOVERS

Stuffing is savory. Sweet potatoes are

Forget the dusty bottle relegated to

When the pumpkin pie hits the table,

Turkey. Stuffing. Cranberry sauce.

sweet. Cranberry sauce brings the

“cooking wine” duty in your cabinet.

remember one basic rule: the wine

Mayo. Maybe a little gravy. Thanksgiv-

pucker. Chamul’s answer to all the culi-

Chamul’s rule is simple: Don’t cook

should be at least as sweet as what

ing’s greatest hits shoved between

nary chaos? Riesling. “It goes well with

with something you wouldn’t drink—

you’re eating. Chamul particularly

two slices of bread call for something

savory dishes, and it goes well with

but don’t sacrifice your $100 bottle

loves Damilano’s Moscato d’Asti for its

that can cut through all of it. Chamul’s

sweet,” he says, adding that its bright

to the roasting pan, either. For pan

mellow honey, white peach, and floral

move is sparkling wine: “Any kind of

acidity can handle tart flavors, too.

deglazing and gravy enrichment, he

notes. For something richer alongside a

sparkling wine makes a good option for

likes Merlot, which brings structure and

dish like pecan pie, he says Port makes

the leftover sandwich the day after.”

plenty of flavor without blowing the

an appropriately decadent finale.

TRY: Dr. Loosen Erdener Treppchen Riesling Kabinett, $29.99 or Trimbach Cuvée Frédéric Emile Riesling, $99.99 (totalwine.com)

holiday budget.

TRY: Delamotte NV Champagne,

TRY: Damilano Moscato d’Asti 2025,

$62.99; or Ruinart Blanc de Blancs

TRY: Rutherford Hill Merlot, Napa

$22.99 (wine.com) or Warre’s Vintage

Champagne, $99.99 (totalwine.com)

Valley, $22.99 (totalwine.com)

Port 2016, $109.99 (totalwine.com)

BRING THIS, NOT THAT Headed to someone else’s Thanksgiving and want to show up with a bottle in hand? Step away from Cabernet. Chamul says Cabernet—and Bordeaux, too—can be overly tannic for Thanksgiving’s jumble of flavors, overpowering both the food and the wine. Instead, he advises, select a Beaujolais, a red Burgundy, or an Amarone. Their brightness and versatility make them much more comfortable at the Thanksgiving table. TRY: Thibault Liger-Belair Moulin-à-Vent, $47.99 or Brigaldara Amarone della Valpolicella Case Vecie 2017 $169.99 (wine.com)

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LOCAL DINING GUIDE THE BISTRO

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AMERICAN

CHEF’S TABLE

This cozy Jupiter spot features a lush patio and serves

This sophisticated Stuart restaurant serves seasonal New

American fare with a European twist. (thebistrojupiter.com)

American cuisine and fine wines in understated rustic sur-

BRASS RING PUB 2026

Since 1986, Brass Ring Pub has been serving up comfort food that never goes out of style. Known for

Located in Hobe Sound, Citron Bistro serves contemporary

its burgers, cold beer, and friendly neighborhood vibe, the

American cuisine. Seasonal ingredients, fresh seafood,

longtime Lake Park favorite remains a staple for lunch,

creative entrées, and an inviting atmosphere have made the

dinner, and game-day gatherings. (brassringpub.com) CAFÉ CHARDONNAY

chef-driven restaurant a local favorite. (citronbistro.com) COOLINARY

Chef-owner Frank Eucalitto has augmented the menu at this

Chef Tim Lipman serves contemporary American cuisine

The Jupiter Lighthouse serves as the backdrop for

Palm Beach Gardens mainstay with influences from Latin

alongside craft cocktails at The Parched Pig bar in Palm

modern American regional cuisine, handcrafted

America and Asia, complemented by an extensive wine list.

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roundings. (chefstablestuart.com) CITRON BISTRO

cocktails, and an unrivaled wine list. (1000north.com) 718 CAFÉ & GRILL Located in Tequesta, 718 Café & Grill serves breakfast and lunch favorites, plus daily specials. (instagram.com/718cafegrill) BARCELLO With pasta dishes from pad Thai to rigatoni and pizza

(cafechardonnay.com) CARSON’S TAVERN 2026

This Stuart neighborhood favorite serves up the kind of crave-worthy wings, sandwiches, and comfort food

that make it easy to stay for just one more round.

where dishes such as red wine–braised short ribs are paired

this Jensen Beach mainstay serves brews from Florida and

of Jupiter. (thebeaconjupiter.com) BIRDIES BY DAVID BURKE

wines, and microbrews. (thecooperrestaurant.com) COOPER’S HAWK WINERY & RESTAURANT A Napa-style tasting room greets diners at the Gardens Mall,

menu offers something for everyone. (barcellonpb.com)

coastal cuisine in a stunning waterfront setting in the heart

sourced New American cuisine alongside artisan cocktails,

(carsonstavern.com) A self-proclaimed “Treasure Coast craft beer destination,”

This upscale Love Street eatery serves contemporary

This Palm Beach Gardens restaurant serves sustainably

CASTAWAYS GASTROPUB

toppings from ahi tuna and wasabi to prosciutto, Barcello’s BEACON

Beach Gardens. (thecoolpig.com) THE COOPER

with recommended Cooper’s Hawk wines. (chwinery.com) CR CHICKS

around the world alongside a full gastropub menu.

Known for its rotisserie chicken, CR Chicks serves fresh,

(castaways.demo.fotidigital.com)

made-from-scratch comfort food including soups, salads,

CENTER STREET NOOK A longtime Jupiter favorite, Center Street Nook serves breakfast and lunch classics in a cozy, no-frills setting.

wraps, sandwiches, and sides at locations in Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens. (crchicks.com) DANNY-KAY’S DELI & MARKET

Located at Nautilus 220 in Lake Park, Birdies offers elevated

Known for its hearty portions and friendly atmosphere,

American fare, sandwiches, burgers, seafood, and creative

the neighborhood café offers everything from omelets

cocktails in a lively waterfront setting.

and pancakes to sandwiches, burgers, and daily specials.

traditional Italian deli with a market stocked with fresh pasta,

(birdiesbydavidburke.com)

(centerstreetnook.com)

pastries, espresso, and specialty goods. (dannykays.com)

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Known for its sandwiches made from imported meats and cheeses, Danny-Kay’s combines the charm of a

ABOUT THIS GUIDE This list is compiled by our editors as a service to our readers. It is not all-inclusive; we rotate the listings to comply with available space, which means not every establishment appears in every issue.

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DAS BEER GARDEN

KITCHEN NORTH

PICKLED RESTAURANT & BOURBON BAR

This bright, spacious Jupiter taproom offers a rotating selec-

Chef Matthew Byrne’s contemporary American brasserie

A bright and spacious Fort Pierce restaurant with late hours

tion of beers and kombucha alongside American gastropub

in Palm Beach Gardens serves elevated takes on classic

and flavorful eats including Wagyu sirloin, duck pot pie,

fare. (dascraftbeer.com)

dishes. (kitchenpb.com)

truffle mac and cheese, and charcuterie boards.

DISTRICT TABLE & BAR Chef Jason Stocks presents creative takes on everything from dry-aged burgers to sourdough pizzas in a contemporary Stuart dining room. (districttableandbar.com) DOUBLE ROADS

MANATEE ISLAND BAR & GRILL This Fort Pierce favorite offers fresh options from seafood and steaks to burgers. (manateeislandbarandgrill.com) MANERO’S RESTAURANT Enjoy steaks cooked to order, shrimp cocktail, and other

(pickledinthefort.com) PIRANHA PAT’S 2026

Piranha Pat’s keeps it simple with juicy burgers, cold drinks, and an atmosphere that make it a Stuart

favorite. (piranhapats.com)

Part restaurant and part music venue, this longtime Jupiter

classic American favorites at this Palm City institution.

favorite serves barbecue, pizzas, and flame-broiled burgers

(maneros.com)

This Jupiter spot serves American comfort food, fresh sea-

MILLER’S ALE HOUSE

food, sandwiches, burgers, and craft cocktails in a relaxed

from its new location. (doubleroadsfl.com) DUNE DOG CAFÉ 2026

Jupiter’s Dune Dog Cafe offers a family-friendly, open-air atmosphere with burgers, hot dogs,

sandwiches, and fresh seafood. (dunedog.com) FANTINI’S FUSION KITCHEN

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This local chain is a favorite gathering spot for game days, happy hours, and casual nights out in Palm

RUSTY HOOK TAVERN

neighborhood setting. (rustyhooktavern.com) THE S&S

Beach Gardens, Jensen Beach, Port St. Lucie, and Port St.

Globally inspired with an emphasis on health, Fort Pierce’s

Lucie West. (millersalehouse.com)

S&S café and wine bar offers plenty of wholesome vegan

MRS. SMOKEYS REAL PIT BAR-B-Q

options. (facebook.com/thesstakeout) SAILFISH BREWING COMPANY

Located in Palm City, Fantini’s Fusion blends global flavors

For authentic pit barbecue and soul food in Jupiter, Mrs.

with contemporary American cuisine, serving creative

Smokeys serves ribs, brisket, collard greens, corn, and

American warehouse–style eatery in Fort Pierce offers a

seafood dishes, steaks, pasta, sandwiches, and chef-driven

coleslaw. (mrssmokeys.com)

wide selection of beers, as well as appetizers and dinner

specials in a relaxed setting. (fantinisfusion.com) FRAZIER CREEK BREWING AND DISTILLING CO.

THE NEST Perched along the river in Jensen Beach, this restaurant

This downtown Stuart brewery and distillery serves craft

serves locally sourced seafood, Prime steaks, and seasonal

beers, frozen cocktails, and house-made spirits including

ingredients in an elegant setting. (nestontheriver.com)

vodka, gin, and rum. (fraziercreekstuartfla.com) THE GAFFORD 2026

This fine-dining establishment is known for its signature “Gafford,” a 20-ounce bone-in prime Revier

Ranch ribeye that pays homage to owner Rick Wilson’s grandfather. (thegafford.com)

NEVS BARBECUE 2026

eats from the pizza kitchen. (sailfishbrewingco.com) SCOOTERS FUN, FOOD & SPIRITS Scooters has been an unfussy local favorite in Hobe Sound for decades. (scootersfunfoodandspirits.com) SEASONS 52

This Texas-inspired barbecue spot in Palm Beach

In Palm Beach Gardens, Seasons 52 pairs a seasonally

Gardens uses a wood-fired rotisserie smoker to

inspired menu with an award-winning international wine list.

prepare brisket, black pepper sausage, baby back ribs, and pulled chicken. (nevsbarbecue.com) OCEAN REPUBLIC BREWING

(seasons52.com) THE SIMS HOUSE Set inside a restored 1924 historic home in Jupiter, The Sims

This Stuart brewery embraces a laid-back coastal lifestyle

House offers a seasonal, chef-driven menu featuring fresh

This longtime Tequesta favorite serves a menu that ranges

and pours beers with names like Keepin’ It PC and Because

seafood, steaks, and contemporary American cuisine.

from omelets, pancakes, and house-made soups to fresh

Ordinary Is Boring. (oceanrepublicbrewing.com)

GALLERY GRILL

seafood, steaks, comfort-food classics, and nightly specials. (thegallerygrille.com) H&H BAGELS Located at Avenir Town Center in Palm Beach Gardens, this

OLD FLORIDA BAR & GRILL

(simshousejupiter.com) SOPHIA’S

Dishes at this Jupiter joint range from seafood and steaks to

Family-owned Sophia’s in Hobe Sound serves seafood,

flatbreads and salads. (oldfloridabarandgrill.com)

steaks, flatbreads, and raw bar favorites in a welcoming

ONA COASTAL CUISINE

neighborhood setting. (sophiashobesound.com) THE SOUND BREWING COMPANY

iconic New York City bagel shop serves its signature kettle-

Located at the Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach

boiled bagels alongside flavored cream cheeses, breakfast

Resort & Spa, this fine dining restaurant specializes in con-

Located in Hobe Sound, The Sound Brewing Company

sandwiches, smoked salmon, deli-style sandwiches, and

temporary coastal cuisine made with local ingredients and

pairs house-brewed craft beers with elevated pub fare,

coffee. (hhbagels.com)

subtle Mediterranean influences.

sandwiches, burgers, and shareable plates.

HAP & HOOCH Billed as a “five-star dive bar,” Jupiter’s Hap & Hooch serves comfort food, craft cocktails, smashburgers, wings, and other nostalgic favorites. (hapandhooch.com) HARRY AND THE NATIVES This Hobe Sound favorite serves traditional American fare in a casual atmosphere. (harryandthenatives.com) HONEYBELLE Led by Chef Lindsay Autry, this PGA National restaurant serves wood-fired pizzas, poke bowls, and Autry’s famous fried chicken. (pgaresort.com/dine/honeybelle) HUDSON’S ON THE RIVER 2026

(onacoastalcuisine.com) OSCEOLA STREET CAFE 2026

Enjoy homemade breakfast, baked goods, and

Chef-owner Ron Kerr prepares made-from-scratch

specialty sandwiches at this downtown Stuart café.

American dishes with a focus on fresh, carefully sourced

(osceolastreet.com) PALM CITY SOCIAL 2026

(thesoundbrewing.com) SOUTH FORK KITCHEN & BAR

Located in the heart of Palm City, the lively spot serves up creative American fare, craft cocktails,

decadent desserts, and a welcoming atmosphere that keeps guests coming back. (palmcitysocial.com) PARADISE TAVERN Located in North Palm Beach, Paradise Tavern pairs coastal-

At this waterfront Stuart favorite, the menu leans

inspired fare with craft cocktails, cold beer, and a laid-back

coastal and eclectic, with dishes like ahi tuna nachos,

Old Florida atmosphere. The menu features fresh seafood,

ingredients in Stuart. (southforkkitchenandbar.com) SOUTHERN PIG & CATTLE CO. 2026

Southern Pig & Cattle Co. in Stuart serves steaks, barbecue favorites, and a generous salad bar.

(southernpigandcattlecompany.com) SPRITZ CITY BISTRO Stuart’s Spritz City Bistro offers an upscale American bistro experience with tapas, small plates, and a lively downtown setting. (spritzcitybistro.com) STACK BURGER & BOURBON

coconut-dusted shrimp, cashew snapper, and seafood

burgers, tacos, and other approachable favorites served in a

Known for inventive burgers and a deep bourbon selection,

risotto, plus sushi, raw-bar selections, and steaks.

lively waterfront setting.

Stack Burger & Bourbon in Stuart serves casual American

(hudsonontheriver.com)

(paradise-tavern.com)

JUNO BEACH CAFE This family-owned spot has been serving breakfast and lunch in Juno Beach for over two decades. Fill up on flapjacks, waffles, or crepes in the morning and come back for soup, salad, or a sandwich at lunch. (junobeachcafe.com) JUPITER RINALDI’S

PEZ VELA FUSION KITCHEN 2026

Located in downtown Stuart, the stylish restaurant serves inventive dishes, creative cocktails, and

contemporary American cuisine infused with flavors from around the world. (pezvelafusionkitchen.com) PHILLY DOWN SOUTH CAFE

comfort food with plenty of personality. (stack772.com) STAGE KITCHEN & BAR 2026

At Stage in Palm Beach Gardens, chef Pushkar Marathe blends global influences into a small-plates

menu filled with bold, inventive flavors. (stagepga.com) THE TALK:HOUSE Located just off Dixie Highway in Stuart, The Talk offers

Stop by this Jupiter deli for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Rin-

Discover Philly cheesesteaks, salads, burgers, and seafood

indoor and outdoor seating, happy hour specials, and a

aldi’s serves up breakfast specials all day, plus sandwiches,

at the café inside Stuart’s Elliott Museum.

menu of seafood, pastas, steaks, and other crowd-pleasing

pasta dishes, and smoothies. (rinaldisjupiter.com)

(hsmc-fl.com/philly-down-south-cafe)

dishes. (talkhousestuart.com)

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IN SEASON

Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar in Palm Beach Gardens serves burgers, wings, cocktails, and craft beer in a lively, laid-back setting at The Gardens Mall. (tap42.com) TEQUESTA SMOKEHOUSE

are prized for their juice. Both typically run from October through January. RUBY RED AND FLAME GRAPEFRUIT November is when Florida grapefruit really begins to shine. Ruby Red, Flame, and other red-fleshed varieties come into season now and generally get sweeter as winter approaches. TANGERINES AND

MAIN SQUEEZE

umpkin spice may get all the attention in November, but Florida has its own signature flavor of fall: citrus. The state’s long harvest season is just getting started, with some varieties at their peak in November. Here’s what to look for this month. NAVEL AND HAMLIN ORANGES Early-season oranges are ready to roll. Navels are sweet, juicy, easy to peel, and great for eating out of hand, while Hamlins

MANDARINS Fallglo tangerines are finishing their run just as Sunburst arrives, making November a particularly good month for easy-peeling citrus. Satsumas are also in their final stretch of the season. ORLANDO TANGELOS A cross between a tangerine and grapefruit, this juicy hybrid starts its season in November and sticks around through January. KUMQUATS Tiny but mighty, kumquats begin appearing this month. Pop one in your mouth whole— the peel is sweet while the inside delivers the pucker. –Kristen Desmond LeFevre

Located alongside Tequesta Brewing Company, this Texasstyle smokehouse turns out smoked brisket, pulled pork, spare ribs, and burnt ends with locally brewed craft beer to wash it all down. (tequestasmokehouse.com) TEQUESTA TABLE This chef-driven neighborhood restaurant in Tequesta serves contemporary American cuisine with a focus on fresh seafood, premium meats, seasonal ingredients, and thoughtfully prepared daily specials. (tequestatable.com) TIKI 52 Overlooking the water in Tequesta, Tiki 52 serves fresh seafood, sandwiches, burgers, live music, and even offers a “cook your catch” option for anglers. (tiki52tequesta.com) TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR At The Gardens Mall in Palm Beach Gardens, Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar offers an island-inspired escape with indoor and outdoor seating, signature cocktails, live music, and shareable fare. (tommybahama.com) TOPSIDE AT THE BEACON Topside at The Beacon in Jupiter pairs rooftop views of the inlet and lighthouse with coastal Italian dishes, local seafood, creative cocktails, and a lively waterfront atmosphere. (topsidejupiter.com) WAXIN’S Waxin’s in Palm Beach Gardens blends Swedish and American cuisine in an upscale setting with multiple dining spaces, from a casual living room to a more intimate chef’s room. (waxins.com) WHATSUB WhatSub in Palm Beach Gardens serves oversize sandwiches on house-made seeded or unseeded bread and focaccia baked fresh daily. (whatsubdelifl.com) THE WOODS Located at Harbourside Place in Jupiter, The Woods is Tiger Woods’ flagship restaurant and sports bar, serving elevated American fare alongside drinks, cigars, and plenty of gameday energy. (thewoods.tigerwoods.com) YARD HOUSE Yard House in Palm Beach Gardens is known for its extensive tap list, energetic atmosphere, and hearty American menu. (yardhouse.com) ZUNZIBAR Zunzibar in Jupiter serves chef-driven American fare with global influences, featuring fresh seafood, sandwiches, salads, grain bowls, craft cocktails, and all-day café favorites in a bright, relaxed setting. (zunzibar.com)

CITRUS STOPS Kick off the start of citrus season at these local markets. TERMARSCH GROVES | Juno Beach This old-school U.S. 1 fruit stand has been selling Florida citrus since 1959. Look for fresh grapefruit, oranges, juice, marmalades, and other Sunshine State specialties as varieties ripen throughout the winter. (shipfloridaoranges.com)

HOBE SOUND PRODUCE | Hobe Sound Seasonal Florida citrus is a specialty at this family-owned produce market, which sells fruit in-store and ships it around the country. (hobesoundproduce.yolasite.com) PALM CITY FARMS PRODUCE & MARKET | Palm City This open-air market stocks seasonal produce and Florida-grown goods, making it another spot to scout for fresh citrus as the local harvest gets underway.

ASIAN 2 VINEZ WINE BAR & SUSHI 2026

Known for its quirky personality and loyal following, 2 Vinez has been delighting Jupiter diners for decades

with inventive sushi rolls, Asian fusion specialties, fresh seafood, and creative cocktails. The vibrant atmosphere is every bit as memorable as the menu. (2vinezjupiter.com) ASIAN CHAO At Treasure Coast Square in Jensen Beach, Asian Chao serves counter-service Chinese favorites such as orange chicken, lo mein, sushi, and classic sides. (asianchao.com)

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RAMEN HANA

WASABI THAI SUSHI

Asian Fin in Palm Beach Gardens serves Asian fusion cuisine,

Choose between small and large plates of ramen flavors

Wasabi Thai Sushi in Fort Pierce serves Thai dishes, sushi,

sushi, seafood, and steaks in an expanded space with a full

and Japanese-inspired dishes at locations in Stuart and Port

generous portions, and a full liquor bar in a polished setting.

bar and lounge. (asianfin.net)

St. Lucie. (ramenhana.com)

BANGKOK BAY

SACHI SUSHI ASIAN FUSION

Bangkok Bay in Stuart serves Thai dishes, sushi, sashimi,

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tempura, teriyaki, and other Japanese favorites in a casual setting. (bangkokbaybbk.com) BASIL GARDEN

This contemporary space in Stuart offers sushi

A longtime local favorite in Palm Beach Gardens, Yu-Mi

options as well as Thai and pho selections, plus other

Sushi Café serves fresh sushi, sashimi, specialty rolls, and

Asian favorites. (sachisushirestaurant.com) Seoul Garden in Fort Pierce serves Korean favorites such

broad menu of Thai favorites in a cozy, locally loved setting.

as kimbap, short rib, han-sik, bi-bim-bop, and house-made

(fromtherestaurant.com/basil-garden)

kimchi available for market purchase.

BENIHANA

(seoulgardenkoreancuisine.com) SUSHI BY BOU

chefs prepare hibachi-style Japanese dishes. (benihana.com)

Inside PGA National Resort in Palm Beach Gardens, Sushi

BLACKBIRD MODERN ASIAN 2026

by Bou offers an intimate omakase experience with 12- and 16-course tastings. (sushibybou.com)

Blackbird Modern Asian in Jupiter serves ChineseAmerican favorites, dim sum, sushi, and creative

SUSHI JO

cocktails in a dramatic, design-forward dining room.

Sushi Jo’s Jupiter outpost serves classic sushi, hot Thai

(blackbirdmodernasian.com)

dishes, and Asian-inspired desserts. (sushijo.com)

HOKKAIDO HIBACHI & SUSHI

Japanese entrées. (yumisushicafe.com)

SEOUL GARDEN

With locations in Stuart and Palm City, Basil Garden serves a

Benihana in Stuart delivers dinner and a show as tableside

(wasabithaisushifl.com) YU-MI SUSHI CAFÉ

SUSHI YAMA

CAFÉS 3 BARISTAS Stuart’s 3 Baristas Coffee Roasters serves organic coffee, smoothies, baked goods, café fare, and beans in bulk. (3baristasorganic.com) ANGRY MOON CAFÉ AND WINE BAR In Palm Beach Gardens, Angry Moon Café and Wine Bar pairs coffee, wine, and craft dishes in a charming Europeaninspired setting. (angrymooncafe.com) BAGEL BOYZ A Jupiter institution since 2004, Bagel Boyz serves kettle-

Enjoy dinner and a show at this Jupiter hibachi grill or savor

A Palm Beach Gardens favorite, Sushi Yama serves fresh su-

boiled, New York–style bagels, house-smoked deli meats,

fresh fare at the sushi bar. (hokkaidohibachi.com)

shi, sashimi, specialty rolls, and traditional Japanese dishes

breakfast sandwiches, cheesesteaks, and classic deli

like tempura, teriyaki, and noodles. (sushiyamaonline.com)

HOKKAIDO SUSHI & STEAK HOUSE Palm City’s Hokkaido Sushi & Steak House serves sushi,

THAI LOTUS

favorites. (bagel-boyz.com) BEACH HAUS COFFEE CO

hibachi, teriyaki, fried rice, udon, and other Japanese dishes

With locations in Jupiter, Tequesta, and North Palm Beach,

This locally owned spot in Tequesta serves specialty cof-

for dine-in or takeout. (hokkaidopalmcity.com)

Thai Lotus serves Thai and Japanese cuisine, including

fee, ceremonial matcha, craft lattes, cold brew, pastries,

sushi, curries, noodles, and stir-fries. (thailotusflorida.com)

and other café favorites in a cozy, coastal-inspired setting.

HONG KONG WOK N GRILL This Chinese restaurant puts a modern twist on classic

TWIN DRAGONS RESTAURANT

dishes ready for dining in or taking out in Jupiter.

Twin Dragons Restaurant in Stuart serves classic Chinese

(hongkongwokngrill.com)

dishes for dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering. (twindragonsstuart.com)

KABUKI For an intimate night out, this Palm Beach Gardens spot

UMIYA Located in Jensen Beach, Umiya combines all-you-can-eat

offers traditional and modern sushi. (kabukiwpb.com)

sushi and sashimi with an interactive hot-pot experience,

KOON MANEE THAI & SUSHI

plus ramen, seafood, and more. (umiyafl.com)

A longtime Jupiter favorite, Koon Manee blends authentic Thai cuisine with fresh sushi, sashimi, and specialty rolls.

UNCLE JOE’S CHINESE RESTAURANT

(koonmanee.com) KRUA THAI 2026

For more than three decades, Stuart’s Krua Thai has

(beachhauscoffee.com) BERRY FRESH CAFE 2026

Berry Fresh Cafe serves made-from-scratch comfort food alongside healthier options, fresh juices,

smoothies, and specialty coffees with locations in Jupiter, Stuart, Palm Beach Gardens, and Port St. Lucie. (berryfresh.cafe) BOMBOLONI BAKERY CAFÉ This Jensen Beach spot serves Italian- and Hungarian-

Uncle Joe’s Chinese Restaurant in Palm Beach Gardens

inspired pastries, sandwiches, soups, salads, and cof-

offers a large menu of classic Chinese dishes, from lo mein

fee, plus a full menu of tasty delights.

and spring rolls to dim sum. (unclejoeschinesefood.com)

(bombolonibakery.com)

been serving authentic Thai cuisine from fragrant

curries and noodle dishes to house specialties packed with bold flavor. (kruathaistuart.com)

Tequesta Table’s “New Jersey” Sloppy Joe layers turkey, Swiss, coleslaw, and Russian dressing on rye bread.

MAKI SUSHI & THAI Jensen Beach’s Maki Sushi & Thai blends authentic Thai cuisine with fresh sushi, sashimi, and specialty rolls, plus curries and noodle dishes. (makisushiandthai.com) P.F. CHANG’S This family-friendly chain in the Gardens Mall offers Chinese and Asian fare in a casual dining atmosphere. (pfchangs.com) PEI WEI With locations in Stuart and Palm Beach Gardens, Pei Wei serves counter-service pan-Asian dishes in a casual setting. (peiwei.com) PHAT BOY SUSHI KITCHEN & BAR Located at Downtown at the Gardens in Palm Beach Gardens, Phat Boy Sushi serves Japanese-fusion fare plus sushi rolls, sashimi, ramen, hibachi-style plates, and Asian-inspired

Pho & Rolls in Jupiter serves authentic Vietnamese cuisine, including pho, spring rolls, banh mi sandwiches, vermicelli bowls, rice plates, and boba teas. (phoandrollsjupiter.com) PHO DELI With locations in Port St. Lucie and Fort Pierce, Pho Deli serves Vietnamese favorites such as pho, banh mi, and other fresh, casual dishes. (phodelipsl.com)

COURTESY OF TEQUESTA TABLE

starters. (phatboysushi.com) PHO & ROLLS

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ITAL BOWLS Located across from Stuart Beach, Ital Bowls serves organic

based café in Jensen Beach offers acai bowls and fresh-

acai bowls, smoothies, coffee, and freshly baked cookies,

baked goods alongside its coffee menu.

with nutritious add-ons ranging from spirulina and bee pol-

(bunkhousecoffeebar.com)

len to CBD oil. (italbowls.com)

This Stuart spot offers an array of Indian and Indo-Chinese

MORNING MAGNOLIA COFFEE BAR

cuisine, including tandoori dishes, meat and vegetarian

CARMELA COFFEE Located at Avenir Town Center in Palm Beach Gardens,

A converted vintage camper serving specialty coffee drinks

Carmela Coffee pairs farm-to-cup Costa Rican coffee with

and creative waffle pops in Jensen Beach.

an all-day menu of avocado toasts, sandwiches, salads, pastries, and specialty drinks. (carmelacoffee.com) COFFEE BAR BLUE DOOR

(facebook.com/bengaltigerthaicuisine) QC EXPRESS Jeff Goldstein serves steamed blue crabs, crab cakes,

bistro fare, baked goods, beer, and wine in a cozy space with

and other Maryland-inspired seafood specialties from QC

a courtyard. (facebook.com/coffeebarbluedoor)

Express in Hobe Sound. (thequietcrab.com) SUNSET SLIDERS FOOD TRUCK

Opt for the six-course high English tea at this Stuart spot, or

Based in Golden Gate, Sunset Sliders Food Truck serves

order from an à la carte selection of teas, tea sandwiches,

creative sliders, loaded sides, and vegetarian-friendly options

scones, and cookies. (diamondtearoom.com)

that are as photogenic as they are flavorful. (sunsetsliders.

FIRST WATCH

com)

First Watch serves fresh takes on morning favorites,

Taco Truck of Stuart dishes up quick, authentic Mexican fare

Jupiter, Stuart, and Palm Beach Gardens make the daytime

that can be enjoyed on the go or at one of the stools beside

café a popular gathering spot for locals. (firstwatch.com)

the truck. (tacotruckofstuart.com) TAQUERIA SOLAVINO 2

With locations at Sunset Bay in Stuart and Port Salerno,

In Stuart, Taqueria Solavino 2 serves authentic Mexican

Gilbert’s Coffee Bar serves coffee, tea, smoothies, toasts,

favorites including tacos, burritos, quesadillas, tortas, gordi-

baked goods, beer, and wine. (gilbertscoffeebar.com)

tas, and a wide variety of meat options.

GOOGAN COFFEE

FRENCH/CREOLE

drinks, natural energy drinks, and casual food from locations in Stuart. (googancoffee.com) IMPORTICO’S BAKERY CAFÉ

thali and regional specialties to vibrant street-food favorites. (elacurry.com) NAMASTE GRILL Located in downtown Stuart, Namaste Grill serves Nepalese and Indian cuisine with menu highlights including tandoori dishes, grilled meats, curries, and vegetarian specialties. (namastegrillstuart.com) TAJ INDIAN tion of authentic curries, tandoori specialties, vegan dishes, and Halal offerings. (tajpsl.com) ZEERA INDIAN This relaxed North Palm Beach restaurant features a menu of traditional Indian dishes plus a host of vegan and vegetarian options. (zeerapga.com)

IRISH MCCARTHY’S IRISH PUB This Tequesta favorite serves classic Irish comfort food like chicken pot pie, shepherd’s pie, and fish & chips in a fun and

CAFÉ DES ARTISTES

festive pub atmosphere. (mccarthyspub.net) PADDY MAC’S IRISH RESTAURANT

This Stuart bakery specializes in pastries and breads,

Overlooking Jupiter Yacht Club Marina, Café des Artistes

with additional menu items like sandwiches and

serves traditional French cuisine in a waterfront setting.

For nearly 30 years, this Emerald Isle–inspired spot in Palm

(cafedesartistesfrenchbistro.com)

Beach Gardens has offered tried-and-true Irish dishes, plus

coffee. (importicosbakerycafe.com)

LA GRANDE MARTIER

MANGO MERCADO Mango Mercado in Palm Beach Gardens combines a neighborhood café, market, and grab-and-go concept with madeto-order breakfast and lunch options. (mangomercado.com) PERK COFFEE HOUSE 2026

Chef Pushkar Marathe’s Ela Curry & Cocktails in Palm Beach

(instagram.com/taqueriasolavino2)

Googan Coffee serves locally roasted coffee, tea, espresso

2026

entrées, dosas, biryani, and special platters. (bollytwist.com) ELA CURRY & COCKTAILS

At Taj Indian in Port St. Lucie, diners can enjoy a wide selec-

TACO TRUCK OF STUART

sandwiches, salads, and seasonal specialties. Locations in

GILBERT’S COFFEE BAR

BOLLY TWIST

Gardens serves elevated Indian cuisine, from traditional

Drawing on his Rockville, Maryland roots, owner and chef

Coffee Bar Blue Door in Stuart serves coffee, breakfast,

DIAMOND TEA ROOM & BISTRO

This Tequesta café serves specialty drinks and a healthy menu with vegan and gluten-free options—all

in a bright atmosphere. (perkcoffeetequesta.com) THE ROASTED RECORD COFFEE & VINYL This hip Stuart spot combines a coffee roaster, café, and

2026

homemade Irish scones and perfectly poured pints of

Housed in Stuart’s historic Post Office Arcade, La

speakeasy. (grandemartier.com) LE MOLIÈRE

EIGHTEEN SEMINOLE ITALIAN BISTRO

Be transported to Paris by way of this North Palm Beach

Set inside a beautifully preserved historic building in down-

café that serves authentic sandwiches, salads, pastries, and

town Stuart, Eighteen Seminole Italian Bistro pairs a roman-

more. (lemoliere.us)

tic atmosphere with made-to-order Italian dishes crafted

PARIS IN TOWN

from seasonal ingredients and locally sourced products.

and records under one roof. (roastedrecord.com)

and more in a cozy French setting. (parisintown.com) THE PARISIAN RESTAURANT & WINE BAR

brunch, specialty coffees, smoothies, acai bowls, and globally inspired café fare. (soulgood.eatery)

2026

classic Italian-American cuisine alongside authentic New Haven–style pizza and a carefully curated wine list.

and house-made desserts. (theparisianrestaurant.com)

GERMAN

breakfast sandwiches, toasts, smoothies, and acai bowls in

(amatoshobesoundfl.com) ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA Known for its pizza, Anthony’s location in Palm Beach Gardens also impresses with popular favorites like meatballs

THE HOFFMANN

with ricotta and Margherita pizza.

Set on a sprawling property in Jensen Beach, The Hoffmann

(acfp.com)

serves German and American favorites alongside beer, wine,

ARTHUR & SONS

and plenty of outdoor seating. (the-hoffmann.com) BENGAL TIGER THAI CUISINE

A longtime Hobe Sound favorite, this restaurant serves

French classics with a deep selection of French wines

Subculture Coffee in Palm Beach Gardens serves coffee,

FOOD TRUCKS

(facebook.com/eighteenssi) AMATO’S RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA

In Jupiter, The Parisian Restaurant & Wine Bar pairs

SUBCULTURE COFFEE

a relaxed café setting. (subculturecoffee.com)

ITALIAN

Country cuisine with live music, craft cocktails, and a hidden

This casual Palm Beach Gardens spot offers pastries, crepes,

Palm Beach Gardens’ Soul Good serves all-day breakfast,

Guinness. (paddymacirishpub.com)

Grande Martier pairs elevated Southern and Low

vinyl record shop, with coffee, espresso drinks, beer, wine, SOUL GOOD

POLKA EUROPEAN MARKET & RESTAURANT

2026

Chef Joe Isidori brings New York Italian-American comfort food to Jupiter with Arthur & Sons, where

Bengal Tiger Thai Cuisine in Stuart serves Thai specialties

This Jensen Beach favorite serves authentic Polish and

red-sauce classics, oversize portions, and old-school

prepared from family recipes inspired by the flavors and tra-

Eastern European specialties like pierogi, kielbasa, stuffed

favorites like chicken parmigiana, spicy rigatoni alla vodka,

ditions of Thailand. (facebook.com/bengaltigerthaicuisine)

cabbage, schnitzel, and hearty soups. (facebook.com/p/

and meatballs are served in a lively, nostalgic atmosphere.

BROTHERS Q 2026

INDIAN

Formerly a bunkhouse sheltering WWII soldiers, this plant-

At Brothers Q in Stuart, barbecue lovers can dig into

polka-european-market-and-restaurant-100039208278723) SCHNITZEL HAUS

(arthurandsonsnyc.com) THE BRICK OVEN PIZZA COMPANY

smoked wings, three-cheese smoked mac and

Schnitzel Haus serves German classics such as schnitzel,

This Palm City spot serves delicious brick oven pizza as well

cheese, brisket sandwiches, and other slow-smoked

sauerbraten, and potato pancakes alongside American-

as various Italian entrées in a moody setting, complete with

favorites. (facebook.com/brothersq.bbq)

inspired specialties. (schnitzelhaushobesound.com)

a bar. (thebrickovenpizzacompany.com)

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A Jupiter institution since 1993, Buonasera Ristorante serves refined Northern Italian cuisine alongside an exceptional wine list. (buonaserajupiter1993.com) CARMELA’S BRICK OVEN PIZZA & WINE BAR 2026

Located in Stuart, Carmela’s offers a diverse wine list, gourmet brick oven pizza, and several classical Italian

dishes. (carmelaspizza.com) CARMINE’S COAL FIRED PIZZA This casual Jupiter restaurant cooks its pizzas in a 900-degree coal-fired oven, producing a perfectly crispy crust. (carminescfp.com) CARMINE’S LA TRATTORIA Carmine’s waterfront ambience in Palm Beach Gardens is a perfect backdrop for an Italian fine dining experience. (carmineslatrattoria.com) CASA DEL VINO In Hobe Sound, Casa del Vino offers intimate wine dinners and tasting experiences curated by Silvia and Franco Mininni, with ever-changing menus inspired by seasonal ingredients and Italian traditions. (instagram.com/casadelvinolifestyle) CHEF LUCA CORLEONE Located in Port St. Lucie, Ristorante Chef Luca Corleone showcases Italian cooking with handcrafted pastas, seafood,

LOCAL FLAVOR

HOT

TICKET More than 32 teams will bring the heat to the fifteenth annual Tequesta Chili Cook-Off November 14, with firefighters, public safety crews, and community sponsors battling for bragging rights—and the title of best chili in South Florida. This year, the event moves to a bigger home at the Seabreeze Amphitheater at Carlin Park, giving chili fans more room to taste their way through the competition. Admission includes unlimited chili samples, along with beer, wine, soft drinks, and wa-

Tequesta Chili Cook-Off

ter, while celebrity judges help determine which pots rise to the top. Come hungry, because the chili is the main event, but live music, military flyovers, and a Veterans Award Ceremony round out the day. Even better: 100 percent of proceeds benefit organizations supporting veterans, military families, and first responders. (tequestachilicookoff.com) —K.D.L.

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BUONASERA RISTORANTE

premium meats, and carefully selected wines, served in an open kitchen. (cheflucacorleone.com) THE CRAFTY CRUST 2026

IL PROFESSORE

A Tequesta favorite, The Crafty Crust is known for its

Chef Riccardo Faiella brings the flavors of his native Capri

hand-stretched, slow-fermented dough, crisp New

to Tequesta at Il Professore, where authentic Italian recipes

York–style pies, and specialty pizzas. (craftycrustfl.com) CUCINA

and meticulous presentation define the dining experience. (ilprofessoreitalianrestaurant.com)

Cucina in Jupiter serves Italian classics inspired by Italy’s coastal regions, with house-made pastas, fresh seafood, traditional entrées, and seasonal chef’s specials prepared with high-quality ingredients. (cucinajupiter.com) DORIS ITALIAN MARKET & BAKERY

LA FORCHETTA 2026

This family-owned gem in Stuart is home to gourmet pasta, plus hand-tossed pizza pies served in a warm

Italian setting by attentive staff. (laforchetta.net) LA MASSERIA

Stop by this specialty market in North Palm Beach to shop

Inspired by Puglia’s ancient farmhouses, La Masseria brings

for imported grocery items, pick up a dessert from the

a taste of Italy from its original location in the heart of Man-

bakery, or enjoy a meal prepared in-house.

hattan to Palm Beach Gardens. (lamasseriapbg.com)

(dorismarket.com) DRIFT KITCHEN & BAR

LIDO SANDWICH CO. Located in Juno Beach, Lido Sandwich Co. specializes in

At Hutchinson Shores Resort in Jensen Beach, Drift Kitchen

Italian-style subs and sandwiches, with pasta and other ca-

& Bar blends coastal Florida flavors with Italian influences,

sual favorites rounding out the menu. (lidosandwichco.com)

serving house-made pastas, brick-oven pizzas, fresh seafood, and signature entrées. (driftkitchenandbar.com) EVO ITALIAN 2026

Chef Erik Pettersen uses the finest-quality ingredients available at his Tequesta restaurant, including

imported olive oil, San Marzano tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, and a variety of olives. (evoitalian.com)

LIMONCELLO Upscale Italian restaurant serving fresh pastas made inhouse daily, meats, seafood, and celebrated Italian classics. The extensive wine list features selections to complement every dish. (limoncellopbg.com) LUNA ITALIAN CUISINE A local favorite and downtown Stuart landmark offering

FANTINI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT & NEW HAVEN

indoor and outdoor seating as well as sidewalk window

STYLE APIZZA

service. (lunadowntownstuart.com)

A Stuart favorite for Italian comfort food, Fantini’s is known for its authentic New Haven–style apizza, including the beloved white clam pie. (fantinisapizza.com) GIGI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT With recipes passed down through generations, Gigi’s Nea-

LYNORA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 2026

A true family affair, Lynora’s excels at modernizing classic Italian dishes at locations in Palm City, Palm

Beach Gardens and Jupiter. (lynoras.com) MICHELINA’S

PORTOFINO BISTRO MEDITERRANEO Featuring Italian fare with Spanish influences in Juno Beach, Portofino blends both cuisines. (portofinobistrofl.com) PROSECCO CAFÉ Palm Beach Gardens’ Prosecco Café delivers cuisine with Mediterranean and Asian accents. Dive into baked goods, salads, sandwiches and flatbreads, tapas, gelato,plus coffee, prosecco, wine, and beer. (proseccocafe.com) PUSATERI’S CHICAGO PIZZA A “real” taste of Chicago pizza in Stuart, Pusateri’s offers thin-crust pizza topped with unique sauces and cut into squares. (bestfloridapizza.com) RUFFINO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT AND PIZZERIA This family-owned Port St. Lucie restaurant boasts authentic Italian fare from a menu of more than 70 choices, as well as daily specials. (ruffinos.net) SICILIAN OVEN Located in Palm Beach Gardens, Sicilian Oven serves woodfired pizzas, house-made pastas, Italian specialties, and recipes inspired by Sicilian traditions. (sicilianoven.com) TAVOLENA RESTAURANT 2026

At Tavolena in Jupiter, chef Michael Rolchigo draws inspiration from family recipes passed down through

generations to create contemporary Italian dishes rooted in tradition. (tavolena.com) TAVOLENA SANDWICH SHOP Located in Jupiter, Tavolena Sandwich Shop serves sandwiches, salads, soups, and specialty market items crafted with high-quality ingredients. (tavolenasandwichshop.com) VULCANO’S A Tequesta mainstay for more than three decades, Vulcano’s

politan fare is time-tested and well worth a visit to Jensen

Modern take on classic Italian dishes and a friendly staff at

Italian Restaurant serves old-world Italian classics, house-

Beach. (gigisitalian.com)

this family-owned Stuart restaurant. (michelinasrest.com)

made pastas, seafood specialties, and pizzas from a menu

THE GROVE, PIZZA, CUCINA, WINE, MARKET & CHARCUTERIE

NICK & JOHNNY’S OSTERIA

Hobe Sound’s Wine Spectator Award-winning Grove serves

Enjoy classic Italian dishes and specialty pizzas in Juno

Italian and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine ranging from

Beach, all available along with plenty of seafood options.

handcrafted pastas and wood-fired pizzas to charcuterie

(nickandjohnnysosteria.com)

boards and fresh seafood. (thegrovehobesound.com)

PORTOBELLO CUCINA ITALIANA

IAN & KYE’S PIZZA

rooted in tradition. (vulcanositalianrestaurant.com)

LATIN AMERICAN AJI PERU

This Jupiter restaurant feels like a home away from home

Blending Peruvian and Japanese culinary traditions, Aji Peru

Family-owned, Chicago-style pizza served with passion for

with its top-notch hospitality and the aroma of spices and

in Port St. Lucie serves ceviches, tapas, sushi, and more.

more than 15 years in Jensen Beach. (iankyespizza.com)

authentic Italian cooking. (portobellojupiter.com)

(ajiperufl.com)

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TASTE COPACABANA CUBAN CUISINE

MEXICAN

DIMI’S GREEK HOUSE

Family-owned Copacabana Cuban Cuisine in Jupiter pairs

Located in Tequesta, Dimi’s Greek House puts a modern

traditional Cuban recipes with Caribbean influences in a

spin on traditional Greek cooking, pairing familiar Mediter-

tropical atmosphere. (copacabanacubancuisine.com)

ranean flavors with a polished dining room and a full bar.

This spot in Palm Beach Gardens serves Mexican-inspired

(dimisgreekhouse.com)

dishes, creative cocktails, and fresh takes on traditional

LA BAMBA MEXICAN & SPANISH RESTAURANT 2026

A North Palm Beach institution, La Bamba serves generous portions of Mexican and Latin American

FERNANDO’S DOCKSIDE GRILLE St. Lucie. (fernandosdocksidegrille.com)

dishes and house-made margaritas. (labambamex.com)

THE GREAT GREEK MEDITERRANEAN GRILL

A hidden gem in Jupiter, La Esquina Guatemalteca serves authentic Guatemalan specialties prepared from traditional recipes. (facebook.com/laesquina208) MERVIS’ CAFÉ & GRILL

favorites. (avocadocantina.com)

Chef Fernando Dovale brings the flavors of Portugal to Port

favorites, from sizzling fajitas and enchiladas to seafood LA ESQUINA GUATEMALTECA

AVOCADO CANTINA

CALAVERAS CANTINA Located at Harbourside Place in Jupiter, Calaveras Cantina pairs a festive atmosphere with Mexican favorites.

This fast-casual spot in Palm Beach Gardens serves classic

(calaverascantina.com)

Greek favorites including gyros, souvlaki, hummus, and

CASA AMIGOS AUTHENTIC

fresh salads. (thegreatgreekgrill.com)

In Port St. Lucie, Casa Amigos serves Mexican specialties,

GREEK TAVERNA

handcrafted margaritas, and more. (casaamigosrest.com) CASA TEQUILA

A Tequesta favorite for more than two decades, Greek

This Fort Pierce establishment doubles as a U.S. Postal

Taverna serves traditional Greek and Mediterranean cuisine,

In Jupiter, Casa Tequila pairs traditional Mexican fare with

Service contract unit while serving up Cuban sandwiches,

including fresh seafood, lamb dishes, gyros, souvlaki, and

festive flair, serving tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and margaritas

plantains, croquettes, and empanadas. (merviscafe.com)

house-made specialties.

alongside regular mariachi performances that bring the din-

OLD HAVANA CAFÉ 2026

This Stuart spot serves traditional Cuban favorites

(greektavernatequesta.com)

ing room to life. (casatequilajupiter.com)

LĪLA COASTAL MEDITERRANEAN

EL FOGONCITO

Blending Mediterranean flavors with modern Asian influ-

El Fogoncito in Jupiter serves Mexican cuisine, from tacos

empanadas, and strong Cuban coffee in a warm,

ences, LĪLA Coastal Mediterranean in Tequesta pairs an

and enchiladas to house specialties prepared from tradi-

family-friendly setting. (oldhavanacafestuart.com)

inventive menu with a standout sushi and crudo bar.

including ropa vieja, Cuban sandwiches, picadillo,

tional recipes. (elfogoncitorestaurant.com) GUACAMOLE MEXICAN GRILL

(lilajupiter.com)

PERU WOK Peru Wok in Jupiter serves authentic Peruvian cuisine, from

MANA GREEK FUSION

This Jupiter Farms favorite serves authentic Mexican cuisine,

daily specials and fresh ceviche to chaufa, lomo saltado, and

Laz and Anna Chasomeris bring their Greek mother’s family

other traditional favorites.(facebook.com/peruwokcuisine)

recipes to life inside this Mediterranean eatery in Jupiter

SABOR LATINO RESTAURANT Sabor Latino Restaurant in Palm Beach Gardens serves dishes from Mexico, Guatemala, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina, and beyond. (saborlatinorestaurants.com)

MEDITERRANEAN

made guacamole. (guacamolemexicangrill.com)

that serves authentic Greek favorites made with ingredients imported from Greece. (managreekfusion.com)

2026

Chef Kayla Casale showcases the flavors of the Southern Mediterranean through seasonal

ingredients, fresh seafood, house-made pastas, and thoughtfully crafted entrées. A creative cocktail program rounds out the experience in Jupiter. (arajupiter.com)

PAPICHULO TACOS 2026

OLYMPIC TAVERNA Palm City’s Olympic Taverna serves traditional Greek cuisine as well as American favorites. (spirostaverna.com/palm-city) PORT BARNA

Papichulo Tacos in Jupiter serves Mexican street-style fare alongside craft cocktails. (papichulotacos.com)

RANCHO CHICO Enjoy margaritas and Mexican cuisine offered in a vibrant cantina in Stuart and Tequesta. (ranchochicoflorida.com)

Port Barna in Jensen Beach blends Mediterranean cuisine ARA

including tacos, burritos, fajitas, enchiladas, and house-

ROCCO’S TACOS & TEQUILA BAR

with Spanish and American influences in a stylish waterfront

Every day is Cinco de Mayo at Rocco Mangel’s fun and fes-

setting. (portbarna.com)

tive Mexican-themed eatery in Palm Beach Gardens.

SPIRO’S TAVERNA 2026

(roccostacos.com) SONORA EATS

Spiro’s Taverna in Port St. Lucie serves Greek-Ameri-

Bringing the flavors of Hermosillo, Mexico, to Fort Pierce,

can favorites including gyros, sandwiches, and

Sonora Eats serves Sonoran-style hot dogs, tacos, burritos,

traditional Mediterranean dishes. (spirostaverna.com)

and house-made tortillas. (sonoraeats.com) TACO CHULA Try a range of informal Mexican dishes outside on the patio

Guazzetto—made with calamari, shrimp, scallops, sugar bomb tomatoes, taggiasche olives, and garlic crostini—at Giordi in Stuart

in Palm Beach Gardens. Customize your tacos and burritos, from the filling to the toppings. (tacochula.com) TACO DIVE Open late at locations in Palm Beach Gardens, Fort Pierce, and Port St. Lucie, Taco Dive offers craft beers with its homemade Mexican fare. (tacodive.com) TACO SHACK 2026

With 100 types of tequila, Taco Shack’s margarita list pairs yummy sips with gourmet tacos and other bites

at locations in Jupiter and Stuart. (taco-shack.com) TAKO TIKI Visit Tako Tiki in Jensen Beach for craft cocktails, nightly live music, and a menu of small plates, sandwiches, and salads (plus the namesake tacos). (takotiki.net) TORO MAMBO Toro Mambo serves Mexican cuisine, fresh guacamole,

COURTESY OF GIORDI

tacos, and more in Jupiter. (toromambo.com)

SEAFOOD 12A BUOY In Fort Pierce, 12A Buoy serves a wide range of seafood dishes and local favorites in a casual setting that is as friendly to wallets as it is to appetites. (12abuoy.com)

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THE BLACK MARLIN 2026

JUMBY BAY ISLAND GRILL

A Treasure Coast favorite for fresh seafood, The Black

In downtown Abacoa in Jupiter, this restaurant is known for

Marlin pairs coastal flavors with laid-back hospitality.

tropical-inspired dishes, generous cocktails, a dog-friendly

(theblackmarlinrestaurant.com) BLUE POINTE BAR AND GRILL

patio, and a relaxed vibe. (jumbybayislandgrill.com) KE’E GRILL

Located in Tequesta, Blue Pointe Bar and Grill welcomes

Sit at the bamboo bar at this Juno Beach favorite for drinks

boaters and diners alike with live music seven days a week

or enjoy seafood, steak, and chops among the tropical

and a diverse menu. (bluepointebarandgrill.com)

Hawaiian-inspired decor. (keegrilljunobeach.com)

CAPTAIN CHARLIE’S REEF GRILL

KING NEPTUNE

A favorite among Juno Beach locals, Captain Charlie’s Reef

Port Salerno’s King Neptune lives up to its reputation of

Grill serves fresh fish, sandwiches, salads, and cocktails in a

knowing how to “talk fresh, local seafood.”

casual setting. (captaincharliesreefgrillfl.com) CHOWDER HEADS Chowder Heads in Jupiter features the flavors of New England with lobster rolls, clam chowder, and other favorites. (chowderheadsusa.com) COBB’S LANDING A waterfront dining experience in Fort Pierce, the menu features pasta, seafood, and meat, along with live entertainment and a buzzing mojito bar. (cobbs-landing.com) COD & CAPERS SEAFOOD MARKET AND CAFÉ A market and restaurant in one, North Palm Beach’s Cod &

(facebook.com/kingneptunestuart) LEFTOVERS CAFE 2026

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seafood dishes, with options including swordfish, mahi, salmon, snapper, shrimp, and more. (coolafishbar.com) CRABBY’S A no-frills seafood house in Port Salerno known for crabs by the pound, plus an array of local catches. (instagram.com/ crabbys_port_salerno) CRABBY’S DOCKSIDE Enjoy fresh catches like stuffed grouper and hogfish snapper and more. Signature drinks like the rum punch—and views of the inlet and lagoon—round out the experience in Fort Pierce. (crabbysdocksideftpierce.com) DIVE BAR Dine on the water at the Jupiter Yacht Club Marina along the Jupiter Riverwalk or sit at the open-air bar surrounding a large saltwater aquarium. (divebarrestaurant.com) DOLPHIN BAR & SHRIMP HOUSE 2026

A Jensen Beach retreat with panoramic river views and a wide-ranging menu featuring seafood

selections, grilled meats, and specials. (dolphinbar.com) FRIGATE’S WATERFRONT BAR & GRILL

2026

This waterfront restaurant in Jupiter boasts a sand beach, open-air dining, entertainment, and views of

the lighthouse from the bar. Its casual menu includes seafood, sushi rolls, oysters, and wings. (utikibeach.com) WATERWAY CAFE

and classic Florida fare. (waterwaycafe.com)

of the freshest and most creatively prepared seafood

in the area. Head next door to Maxi’s Lineup after for live music and beer. (littlemoirsfoodshack.com) LUCKY SHUCK OYSTER BAR & TAPHOUSE

THE RIVER HOUSE Set along the Intracoastal Waterway in Palm Beach Gardens, The River House serves seafood, steaks, sushi, and handcrafted cocktails. (theriverhousepbg.com) RIVERWALK CAFE AND OYSTER BAR 2026

THE BUTCHER’S CLUB At PGA National Resort in Palm Beach Gardens, Michelinstarred chef Jeremy Ford’s The Butcher’s Club pairs premium cuts of beef with refined sides and an extensive wine and cocktail program. (pgaresort.com/dine/the-butchers-club) THE CAPITAL GRILLE 2026

This, upscale chain with a location in Palm Beach Gardens offers classic steak house fare, complement-

ed by a stellar wine portfolio. (thecapitalgrille.com) THE FORT STEAKHOUSE The Fort Steakhouse in Fort Pierce offers a modern take on

A top stop for fresh-caught seafood and drinks in

the classic steak house, pairing prime cuts, fresh seafood,

Stuart. Try the oyster stew and lobster ravioli, two

and refined cocktails with a sophisticated atmosphere.

favorites, and see why the venue fills up so quickly every night. (riverwalkoysterbar.com) SAILOR’S RETURN 2026

STEAK HOUSE

Come to this casual Jupiter favorite and enjoy some

fish gumbo in the heart of Jupiter. (luckyshuckjupiter.com)

This grill in Palm Beach Gardens serves locally sourced

laid-back waterfront setting. (twogeorgesrestaurant.com) U-TIKI BEACH

LITTLE MOIR’S FOOD SHACK

CONCHY JOE’S SEAFOOD

COOL’A FISHBAR

seafood, burgers, sandwiches, and tropical cocktails in a

ing and sunset views with fresh seafood, tropical cocktails,

(leftoverscafe.com)

shellfish, as well as Southern-inspired specialties like craw-

in Jensen Beach. (conchyjoes.com)

This longtime Manatee Pocket favorite in Stuart serves fresh

Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens pairs waterfront din-

(codandcapers.com)

Seafood Feast or the Bahamian-inspired conch salad

shine at this Jupiter spot. (thetwistedtuna.com) TWO GEORGES DOCKSIDE GRILLE

daily catch or other seafood dishes in Jupiter.

Enjoy Gulf Coast cuisine, with a raw bar and fresh fish and

Dive into fresh seafood items such as Conchy’s

Delectable sushi rolls, seafood dishes, a raw bar, and more

Grab a craft beer or glass of wine while enjoying the

Capers sells fresh fish to bring home or to enjoy in-house.

2026

THE TWISTED TUNA

Serving fresh seafood, chops, and steaks with Stuart sunset views. The restaurant offers indoor and patio

dining, two full bars, and live music seven days a week. (thesailorsreturn.com) THE SALTY PELICAN FISH SHACK Located in Stuart, The Salty Pelican Fish Shack serves fresh seafood, oysters, fish sandwiches, tacos, and coastal favorites. (thesaltypelicanfishshack.com) SCHOONER’S SEAFOOD A Jupiter landmark since 1984, this family-friendly spot offers a seafood-oriented bar and grill.

(thefortsteakhouse.com) THE JUPITER GRILL Modern, coastal grill in Jupiter’s Harbourside Place serving prime cuts of steak and fresh seafood, premium wines, and elevated cocktails. (thejupitergrill.com) LEWIS STEAKHOUSE Lewis Steakhouse in Jupiter serves premium steaks, fresh seafood, classic cocktails, and more. (lewissteakhouse.com) OAK AND EMBER STEAKHOUSE 2026

Restaurateur Kyle Greene brings you Oak and Ember, an upscale classic steak house with delectable meats,

sides, and craft cocktails with locations in Port St. Lucie and Stuart. (oakandembersteakhouse.com) PETER’S STEAKHOUSE

(schoonersjupiter.com)

Fine wines and sides like Pete’s Famous Hash Browns and

SPOTO’S FISH & OYSTER

fried shoestring onions accompany the dry-aged steaks at

This authentic oyster bar in Palm Beach Gardens serves exquisitely prepared fresh seafood delivered daily from the

this steak house in Jensen Beach. (peterssteakhouse.com) SEAHAWK PRIME BY DAVID BURKE

Perched on the Earman River in North Palm Beach, Frigate’s

cold North Atlantic waters, plus an outstanding raw bar.

Located in Lake Park, SeaHawk Prime by David Burke pairs

lets you dine alfresco on fresh catches like snapper, grouper,

(spotos.com)

prime steaks, fresh seafood, and inventive American cuisine

mahi-mahi, and more. (frigatesnpb.com) GUANABANAS 2026

Jupiter’s Guanabanas has become an institution in northern Palm Beach County for its lush, tropical

setting, Caribbean cuisine, cocktails, and live music. (guanabanas.com) HOG SNAPPERS With its fusion of Latin, Caribbean, and Eastern Pacific

SQUARE GROUPER TIKI BAR 2026

local acts hit the stage and boats sail by. (squaregrouper.net) SWEET FISH 2026

Part of the Little Moir’s family of restaurants, Sweet Fish in Jupiter showcases fresh Florida seafood

through creative daily specials, fish tacos, sandwiches, and

delicious. (hogsnappersshackandsushi.com)

seasonal dishes. (instagram.com/littlemoirssweetfish)

Overlooking the Jupiter Lighthouse and Intracoastal Waterway, Jetty’s pairs scenic views with fresh seafood, steaks, and other Florida-inspired favorites. (jettysjupiter.com)

VEGETARIAN/VEGAN/HEALTHY

with wide views of the Jupiter Inlet and its famous

lighthouse. Relish drinks and casual fare while watching top

flavors, the menu at this Tequesta spot is as diverse as it is JETTY’S WATERFRONT RESTAURANT

with marina views. (seahawkprimebydb.com)

This local Jupiter landmark is a little piece of paradise

THIRSTY TURTLE SEAGRILL 2026

Enjoy fresh fish, bar eats, and brews at this busy Juno Beach watering hole while watching the big game or

playing a round of pool. (thirstyturtlefl.com)

3 NATIVES 2026

Florida health chain offering smoothies, acai bowls, salads, bagels, wraps, juices, and shots in a beachy

environment with locations in Jupiter, Tequesta, North Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, and Stuart. (3natives.com) CHRISTOPHER’S KITCHEN 2026

Christopher’s Kitchen in Palm Beach Gardens elevates plant-based dining with creative vegan cuisine,

organic ingredients, fresh juices, and chef-driven dishes. (christopherskitchenfl.com)

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PROVIDENT JEWELRY

EXPANDS IN JUPITER: TIMELESS LUXURY, REIMAGINED

Founded more than 30 years ago, Provident Jewelry is excited to showcase its beautiful new expansion in Jupiter. The stunning showroom blends old-world elegance with modern sophistication, creating a spectacular setting for some of the world’s most extraordinary watches and jewelry collections. Come visit us and experience the new space for yourself!

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AUTO CLUBHOUSE

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Auto Clubhouse is an exclusive community of auto enthusiasts looking to store their luxury cars, RVs, and boats. Located in Jupiter Florida, in the beautiful Palm Beach Park of Commerce, the community has only 18 units available. With no other garage community close by, units are sure to move quickly. TODD@AUTOCLUBHOUSE.COM 561-818-2205 | AUTOCLUBHOUSE.COM

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SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE AT THE MALTZ JUPITER THEATRE

Step into the rhythm of the Harlem Renaissance with the Maltz Jupiter Theatre’s production of Ain’t Misbehavin’, the joyful celebration of the music and spirit of Fats Waller. Take the experience even further with OnStage at the Cotton Club, an exclusive opportunity that places you at your own onstage table! Enjoy an immersive perspective just steps from the performers, complete with access to a private backstage bar before the show and during intermission.

BEST OF STUART!

Thank you for selecting me as Best Cosmetic Surgeon in Stuart. For almost 30 years we have been honored to care for and service this beautiful community. With heartfelt appreciation Stephen C. Adler, MD

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Ain’t Misbehavin’ runs on the Maltz Jupiter Theatre MainStage from December 1-13, 2026. For tickets and more information, please call the Box Office at: (561) 575-2223 or visit our website at: jupitertheatre.org

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November 2026 EVENTS AND PERFORMANCES

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Downtown Palm Beach Gardens Art Festival Nov. 7-8; Cheyenne Jackson: That Guy from That Thing at Glazer Hall Nov. 6; Palm Beach Symphony presents Jean-Yves Thibaudet at the Alexander W. Dreyfoos Concert Hall at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts Nov. 17; Sophisticated Lady: The Songs of Natalie Cole starring Nita Whitaker at the Kravis Center Nov. 4; Rocky in Concert: Fiftieth Anniversary at Glazer Hall Nov. 18

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HOWARD ALAN EVENTS

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1 Rock’n Riverwalk, Riverwalk Stage, Stuart, also Nov. 8, 15, 22, and 29, free. (stuartfl.gov)

E.CAREN

2 Wellness at the Light: Twilight Yoga, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, also Nov. 9, 16, 23, and 30, $10-$15. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

Palm Beach County Residents Day, Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach, free for Palm Beach County residents. (mounts.org) Sunset Tour, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, also Nov. 11, 18, and 25, $20$25. (jupiterlighthouse.org) Sophisticated Lady: The Songs of Natalie Cole starring Nita Whitaker, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (kravis.org) 5 Eudēmonia Summit, Palm Beach County Convention Center and Hilton West Palm Beach,

West Palm Beach, to Nov. 8, tickets start at $119. (eudemonia.net) Clematis by Night: Cover to Cover, Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events) 6 Art After Dark, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, also Nov. 13, 20, and 27, $5-$10. (norton.org)

COURTESY OF NINA WHITAKER

COURTESY OF GLAZER HALL

4 Oceanside Lecture Series: “Welcome Back House of Refuge” lecture with Catherine Larsen, House of Refuge, Stuart, $5-$10. (hsmc-fl.com)

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Palm Beach Symphony presents Sleeping Beauty and the Orchestra Family Concert at Duncan Theatre Nov. 7; Paris Ballet and Dance presents The Nutcracker at Duncan Theatre Nov. 21; Juno Beach Craft Festival Nov. 14-15

Feast of Little Italy, Downtown Abacoa, Jupiter, to Nov. 8, free. (feastoflittleitaly.com) Stuart First Friday Art Walk, Kiwanis Youth Park, Stuart, 5-8 p.m., free. (thecreekdistrict.org) HOWARD ALAN EVENTS

Subtropic Film Festival, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach; Afflux Studios, West Palm Beach; and Lake Worth Playhouse, Lake Worth Beach, to Nov. 8, $10-$30. (subtropic.org) Cheyenne Jackson: That Guy from That Thing, Glazer Hall, Palm Beach, $144. (glazerhall.org) Firefall, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, contact for ticket prices. (lyrictheatre.com) 7 Downtown Palm Beach Gardens Art Festival, Downtown Palm Beach Gardens, also Nov. 8, free. (artfestival.com) Paw Prints: Cats and the Floating World, Vero Beach Museum of Art, $12-$15. (vbmuseum.org)

An Evening with Coco Montoya, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, contact for ticket prices. (lyrictheatre.com) Given to Fly: The Pearl Jam Experience, The Banyan Live, West Palm Beach, $27-$164. (thebanyanlive.com) Matt Fraser: America’s Top Psychic Medium, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $40-$224. (kravis.org)

SHOP

Rennie Harris Puremovement, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, also Nov. 8, $46. (kravis.org) Symphonic Sinatra, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, contact for ticket prices. (sunrisetheatre.com) 8 Dogs’ Day in the Garden, Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach, $18-$20, $5 for dog entry, free for Mounts members and kids under 6. (mounts.org) Swank Table Family-Style Dinner: “Fall into Winter” with the Four Seasons Chefs, benefiting Kids Cancer Foundation, Swank Specialty Produce, Loxahatchee, $200. (swankspecialty produce.com)

SMALLER

Move over, grown-ups. At Kids Market, young entrepreneurs aged 5 to 17 set up shop November 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. with products and services they’ve dreamed up, developed, and are ready to sell. Held during Stuart’s First Friday Art Walk at Kiwanis Youth Park, the farmers market– style event gives budding business owners a real-world crash course in creativity, confidence, and sales. (kidsmarkets.com/ markets/stuart-2) —Kristen Desmond LeFevre

Palm Beach Symphony presents Sleeping Beauty and the Orchestra Family Concert, Duncan Theatre, Lake Worth Beach, $10-$20. (palmbeachsymphony.org)

Atlanta Rhythm Section, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, contact for ticket prices. (lyrictheatre.com) Kravis Center and Palm Beach Symphony present “America 250 In Concert,” Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $40-$144. (kravis.org) 9 Wynonna Judd, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $53-$329. (kravis.org) Budding business owners set up shop at Kids Market.

10 Cathedral Canyon film screening and Q&A with Winsor Harmon, Cielle Fouquet, Diana Davis, and Ruby Jessop, Glazer Hall, Palm Beach, $86. (glazerhall.org)

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COURTESY OF SAILFISH SWEETHEARTS

CLOCKWISE FROM BELOW: Sailfish Sweethearts Ladies Fishing Tournament Nov. 15; Rufus Wainwright at Glazer Hall Nov. 10; Santa’s Arrival Parade at The Gardens Mall Nov. 13

Who’s Your PAPI?

aseball Hall of Famer David “Big Papi” Ortiz

Rufus Wainwright, Glazer Hall, Palm Beach, $144. (glazerhall.org) Suzanne Lambert, Palm Beach Improv, Wellington, $30. (palmbeachimprov.com) 12 Clematis by Night: Terry Hanck, Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events) Elvis: In Person starring Matt Stone, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $40-$50. (lyrictheatre.com)

13 Food Truck Friday, Abacoa Amphitheater, Jupiter, 5:30-10:30 p.m., free; food available for purchase. (downtownabacoa.com)

Monty Python’s Spamalot, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, to Nov. 15, $53-$126.50. (kravis.org)

“Fragility of Florida’s Ecosystems” opening reception, Court House Cultural Center, Stuart, free. (martinarts.org)

Sons of Town Hall, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $49-$61. (kravis.org) 11 A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $60-$96. (lyrictheatre.com) Emo Orchestra, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, contact for ticket prices. (sunrisetheatre.com)

Santa’s Arrival Parade, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, free. (thegardensmall.com) Hotel California: A Salute to The Eagles, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $73-$81. (sunrisetheatre.com)

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ber 12-15. The celebrity-filled weekend brings together Ortiz and dozens of big names from sports and entertainment for championship golf, resort parties, and plenty of off-the-course fun— all in the name of a much bigger win. Proceeds benefit the David Ortiz Children’s Fund, which provides lifesaving cardiac care to children in Ortiz’s native Dominican Republic and New England. Want in? Golf and weekend experience packages range from $5,000 to $29,000. (davidortizchildrensfund.org) —K.D.L.

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COURTESY OF GLAZER HALL

Sailfish Sweethearts Ladies Fishing Tournament, Palm Beach Shores, to Nov. 15, contact for entry fees. (sailfishsweethearts.com)

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Omgitswicks and Friends with Ken Miller and Dewayne Williams, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $54-$66. (kravis.org) The Temptations, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, contact for ticket prices. (sunrisetheatre.com)

14 Juno Beach Craft Festival, 14200 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach, also Nov. 15, free. (artfestival.com)

Tony Danza: Sinatra and Stories, Glazer Hall, Palm Beach, $184-$201. (glazerhall.org)

Rendezvous at the Light, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, $275. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

15 MartinArts Awards, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, contact for ticket prices. (martinarts.org)

COURTESY OF GLAZER HALL

COURTESY OF VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART

CLOCKWISE FROM RIGHT: “Hokusai, Hiroshige, Hasui: Japanese Landscapes in Print,” Nov. 21 to Feb. 7 at the Vero Beach Museum of Art; Tony Danza: Sinatra and Stories at Glazer Hall Nov. 14; Miami City Ballet presents American Odyssey at Glazer Hall Nov. 21

Sculpture in Motion: The Art of Pre- and Post-War Automobiles, Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach, $12-$30. (ansg.org)

Sensory-Friendly Sunday, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, free with paid museum admission. (norton.org)

17 Palm Beach Symphony presents Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $30-$135. (palmbeachsymphony.org)

Ballet Vero Beach presents Interpretive Dance Series: A Retrospective, Vero Beach Museum of Art, $30-$36. (vbmuseum.org)

16 “Marjorie Merriweather Post: An American Empress” Lunch and Learn with René Silvin, Glazer Hall, Palm Beach, $201. (glazerhall.org)

18 Ilumina: A Tropical Garden Lantern Festival, Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach, to Jan. 17, contact for ticket prices. (mounts.org/ilumina)

Matthew Morrison: Rhythms and Revelations, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, $86-$150. (jupitertheatre.org)

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $40-$155. (kravis.org)

EXHIBITS

FUR REAL Ever wonder what the world looks—or smells—like to your pet? Cox Science Center & Aquarium’s new “Cats & Dogs” exhibit lets visitors step inside the sensory world of our favorite four-legged companions. Test how your own hearing, sight, and agility stack up, decode animal body language, and discover just how smart, social, and surprising cats and dogs can be. The exhibit runs through April 16, 2027. (coxsciencecenter.org/cats-dogs) —K.D.L.

Momix Botanica, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $46-$89. (kravis.org) A Season of Style Luncheon and Fashion Show, presented by 1000 North and Fashion for Philanthropy, 1000 North, Jupiter, $125. (1000north.com) Bad Co Legacy, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $89. (sunrisetheatre.com) Clematis by Night: Big Al and the Heavyweights, Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events) John Pizzarelli presents Dear Mr. Bennett, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, contact for ticket prices. (lyrictheatre.com)

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27 The Bodyguard: The Musical, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, to Nov. 29, $46-$109. (kravis.org)

Zoo Lights, Palm Beach Zoo, West Palm Beach, to Jan. 3. (palmbeachzoo.org)

MUSEUMS AND GALLERY SHOWS

Bia Ferreira Quartet, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $40-$52. (kravis.org)

Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach. “Nick Mele Photography: Parked for the Season,” Nov. 13 to Jan. 10; “In Full Bloom: Flowers in the Garden” to Jan. 10. (ansg.org)

Blade Runner Live with The Avex Ensemble, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $40-$103.50. (kravis.org) The Expanding Man: An Original Tribute to the Music of Steely Dan, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $45-$64. (lyrictheatre.com) 21 Miami City Ballet presents American Odyssey, Glazer Hall, Palm Beach, $144$173. (glazerhall.org)

Court House Cultural Center, Stuart. “Fragility of Florida’s Ecosystems,” Nov. 10 to Dec. 19. (martinarts.org) Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach. “Cats and Dogs,” to April 16. (coxsciencecenter.org) Elliott Museum, Stuart. “The Society of Animal Artists Sixty-Sixth Annual Exhibition,” to Dec. 11; “3D Doubt Your Eyes” and “Charles Fazzino: Master of 3D Pop Art,” both to April 30. (hsmc-fl.com)

Tribute Concert Series: The Long Run (A Tribute to The Eagles), Downtown Abacoa Amphitheater, Jupiter, 7:30-10 p.m., free; VIP reserved seating available. (legendsradio.com/abacoa)

Lighthouse ArtCenter, Tequesta. “Lush 4,” to Nov. 14. (lighthousearts.org)

Leslie Jones, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $75. (lyrictheatre.com) 25 Lighthouse Moonrise Tour, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, $25-$30. (jupiterlighthouse.org) Jared Freid: The Table for One Tour, Palm Beach Improv, Wellington, to Nov. 28, $32$42. (palmbeachimprov.com) The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $40-$127. (kravis.org) 26 Run 4 the Pies, Constitution Park, Tequesta, $10-$55. (pies.palmbeachroadrunners.com)

HOLY CANNOLI

Armory Art Center, West Palm Beach. “Humorous,” Nov. 2 to Dec. 26. (armoryart.org)

Paris Ballet and Dance presents The Nutcracker, Duncan Theatre, Lake Worth Beach, contact for ticket prices. (parisballetdance.com)

22 Floyd Nation, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $46-$132. (sunrisetheatre.com)

FESTIVALS

McKee Botanical Garden, Vero Beach. “Return of the Wild,” through December 2027. (mckeegarden.org) Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach. “Cursed Images: Pictures Out of Context,” to Nov. 1; “Art and Independence: America at 250,” to Dec. 6; “Ralph Coburn: Land, Sea, Sky,” to Jan. 3; “Chang Dai-chien: A Master of Modern Chinese Painting,” to Jan. 30; “Stories Unfolded: Journey of the Imagination” and “Visible Fictions: Photography and Artifice,” both to Feb. 21; “Blazing Light: Photographs by Mimi Plumb” and “Gertrude Abercrombie: The Whole World is a Mystery,” to March 14. (norton.org) Vero Beach Museum of Art. “Hokusai, Hiroshige, Hasui: Japanese Landscapes in Print,” Nov. 21 to Feb. 7; “Jill Nathanson: Chromatic Phrases,” to Feb. 7. (vbmuseum.org)

Sarah Lott and Jerry Somma

wenty-five years ago, second-generation Italian Americans Jerry Somma and Bill Fagnano sat down over coffee with an idea: create a celebration that felt a little like an Italian piazza, filled with family, food, music, and tradition. That idea became the Galbani Feast of Little Italy, returning to Downtown Abacoa November 6–8 for its silver anniversary. This year’s free, three-day celebration goes big, with pasta, pizza, sausage and peppers, zeppole, cannoli, gelato, and plenty more, plus the Moretti Beer Garden and Spritz Del Conte Wine & Spritz Bar. Frank Stallone & The Paul Vesco Band headline Saturday’s entertainment, while a full weekend lineup includes live music, dance performances and Italian crooners. At the Galbani La Cucina Cooking Stage, chefs and special guests—including The Sopranos actor Joe Gannascoli—will dish out demos, tips and Italian-inspired favorites. Kids can hit the rides, games, and Ferris wheel, while grown-ups can cheer on pizza-eating and celebrity cheese-stacking contests. And because one record-breaking cannoli apparently wasn’t enough, organizers will attempt another world record Saturday—this time for the most people pulling string cheese simultaneously. (feastoflittleitaly.com) —K.D.L. NOVEM B ER 2 0 2 6

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COURTESY OF THE GALBANI FEAST OF LITTLE ITALY

20 Art Talk: Light Entanglement, Vero Beach Museum of Art, $12. (vbmuseum.org)

Town of Palm Beach United Way Eighteenth Annual Turkey Trot, Bradley Park, Palm Beach, contact for registration. (palmbeachunitedway.org/turkey-trot)

COURTESY OF THE GALBANI FEAST OF LITTLE ITALY

Rocky in Concert: Fiftieth Anniversary, Glazer Hall, Palm Beach, $224-$259. (glazerhall.org)

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LOCAL LORE

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SEPARATED BY LESS THAN 20 MILES, THE LOXAHATCHEE AND ST. LUCIE RIVERS REVEAL HOW HUMAN DECISIONS CAN ALTER THE COURSE OF A NATURAL WATERWAY BY JOSH LILLER

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Algae blooms on the St. Lucie River; St. Lucie Locks construction circa 1920; A local fisherman casts a line in the St. Lucie River.

effort to drain land for agriculture. By the 1930s, the canal had become part of the navigable Okeechobee Waterway. The warning signs appeared early. As far back as 1925, local fishermen were voicing concerns about development, pollution, and too much freshwater flowing into the St. Lucie. By the 1950s, siltation and declining water quality had become serious enough to inspire local conservation groups to organize around protecting the river. The problems persisted. Since 1984, six major algae blooms have sickened or killed large numbers of fish and other wildlife. Today, restoration efforts are underway, including reservoirs designed to reduce harmful discharges and pollution and broader projects throughout the Everglades system. Progress has been made, but recovery is slow. That may be the clearest lesson these two neighboring rivers have Josh Liller is the to offer: it can historian and collections manager take only a few for the Loxahatchee generations to draRiver Historical matically reshape a Society, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit that waterway. Bringing operates Jupiter it back can take far Inlet Lighthouse & longer. (jupiter Museum. lighthouse.org) ❖ MARTIN DIGITAL HISTORY

especially the C-18 Canal, completed in 1958—changed the river and its watershed. Yet O ST HI ER local environmentalists successV I R HEE LOXAHATC fully fought proposals to connect it to Lake Okeechobee and pushed for stronger protections. Their efforts paid off in 1985, when the Loxahatchee became Florida’s first federally designated National Wild and Scenic River. Of course, it still faces challenges, particularly saltwater intrusion and periods of low freshwater flow. Even so, it remains one of the state’s better-protected rivers. The St. Lucie’s story is much more complicated. Beginning in the early 20th century, engineers carved canals through the surrounding landscape and straightened portions of the river to move water off the land more quickly. That drainage opened the way for citrus groves, cattle ranches, and, eventually, much of modern Port St. Lucie—development that came at a cost. The most consequential change was the C-44, or St. Lucie Canal, which connects the river’s South Fork to Lake Okeechobee. Construction began in 1916 as part of a broader RI CA LS OC IET Y

n a map, the Loxahatchee and St. Lucie rivers look like neighbors. Their inlets sit less than 20 miles apart, both have sustained people for thousands of years, and both helped shape the communities that grew along their banks. But over the past century, their stories have taken very different turns. The Loxahatchee became Florida’s first National Wild and Scenic River, earning protections that helped preserve much of its natural character. The St. Lucie, meanwhile, was dredged, straightened, and linked by canals to Lake Okeechobee and a much larger drainage system. The consequences of those choices are still being felt today. So how did two rivers so close together end up worlds apart? Part of the answer begins with geography. The Loxahatchee watershed today covers about 260 square miles, reaching west to Corbett Wildlife Management Area and north beyond Bridge Road in Hobe Sound. Historically, it was even larger, with the Loxahatchee Slough extending into the Everglades. For its part, the St. Lucie drains about 775 square miles across most of Martin County and southern St. Lucie County. Much of that landscape was once part of the Halpatiokee Swamp. Early settlers altered both rivers in their efforts to reach the ocean. The modern St. Lucie Inlet was dredged in 1892 and later widened and deepened. Jupiter Inlet, which was also prone to closing, was replaced with a manmade inlet in 1923. But from there, the paths began to split. The Loxahatchee was hardly untouched. Bulkheading, dredging, and drainage canals— NOV EMBER 2 0 2 6

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