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78 THEY BUILT THIS CITY NINE LOCALS WHO’VE MADE A BIG DIFFERENCE

86 10 EVENTS THAT CHANGED BOCA RATON FROM THE WAY WE LIVE TO HOW THE WORLD SEES US

92 10 REASONS WE LOVE THIS TOWN WHY WE WOULDN’T LIVE ANYWHERE ELSE

94 COVER CELEBRITIES: THEN & NOW CATCHING UP WITH THE STARS

106 BIZARRE BOCA THE STRANGE SIDE OF OUR FAIR CITY

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108 BUCKET LIST TRAVEL SEVEN GREAT PLACES TO CHECK OUT—BEFORE WE DO

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e simply cannot believe how fast a decade has gone by. (Though all we need to do is look at our very first cover, when our boys were just 5 ½ and 3 years old, to see how the time has passed). In honor of our decade in publishing, we bring you our largest issue ever—240 pages packed with fabulous articles and images. We begin this special issue with our comprehensive anniversary section dedicated to how Boca Raton has evolved in the past decade. Starting on page 77, we introduce you to “The 10th Observation,” our very own signature cocktail graciously created by Woodfield Country Club in honor of our anniversary. We even include the recipe (and suggest you try it). Next, we profile nine instrumental Boca Raton players—some public, some behind the scenes—who’ve helped shape our town. Check out “They Built This City” (page 78). We also showcase 10 major events that have impacted the Boca Raton lifestyle and how the world views us (“10 Events That Changed Boca Raton,” page 86) and what makes our city so great (“10 Reasons We Love This Town,” page 92). And because we pride ourselves on our celebrity interviews (for a comprehensive list, read this month’s cover and gatefold), we decided to revisit some of our favorite cover subjects. To find out who they are, and what they’re up to, read “Cover Celebrities: Then & Now” (page 94). Finally, we poke a little good-natured fun at our city in “Bizarre Boca,” a list of some of the zanier things for which Boca Raton has made headlines. Also in this issue, in honor of the holidays we revisited former cover subject and party planner to the stars, Colin Cowie, who shares invaluable tips for throwing the ultimate holiday soiree in “Party People!” (page 120). We also present an over-the-top luxury gift guide in “Can’t Touch This” (page 126). And finally, in honor of holiday dreams, we present to you an exciting travel story featuring our staff ’s Bucket List picks. From riding camels in Egypt to fly-fishing in Wyoming, our picks are diverse—and fun! As we celebrate what has been an amazing ride this past decade of publishing in our community, we have so many people to thank and recognize. To our amazing and dedicated Observer family who creates this incredible publication each month, we thank you for all of your hard work, creativity and dedication. Each and every one of you brings a special gift to our organization and we deeply appreciate all of your efforts. To our wonderful advertisers, thank you for supporting our publication and trusting us with your marketing. To our two incredible sons, thank you for your support and understanding. Most of all, to our great readers and the entire Boca Raton community, we thank you for your loyalty and support during the past 10 years. It’s a wonderful thing to know that The Boca Raton Observer has made such an impact on our community. We truly appreciate every time we meet a reader and they tell us how much they love and enjoy our magazine every month. We look forward to bringing you many more fabulous issues in the years to come. Best wishes to you and your families for a safe, happy and healthy holiday season. Cheers to an amazing 2014!

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’ll never forget my first day at The Boca Raton Observer six years ago. It was one of those rare, perfect, slightly chilly winter mornings. I felt exhilarated. I love magazines and all that goes into creating them. The conceptualizing. The brainstorming. The deadline pressure (OK, maybe not that). And, of course, the final product. Our publication has won many awards— mainly, I believe, because our small staff is big on creativity, talent and dedication. It’s also because of our freelance writers, whom I consider unsung heroes. These talented professionals go above and beyond. They tolerate my relentless editorial questions (I can be quite annoy—er, thorough), continually producing excellent columns, profiles and features. I’d like you to meet some of them. Dianna Smith is an 18-year veteran reporter and mother of two rambunctious toddlers. Also our Parenting columnist, Smith has a gift for telling stories that tug at the heartstrings. Her favorite for us was a profile of NBC News correspondent Kerry Sanders. “I’ve had a ‘journalism crush’ on him for years,” she says. “He gave me great material— and reminded me of why I got into journalism in the first place: to tell great stories.” Another seasoned journalist, Susan R. Miller, has a knack for juggling multiple assignments. “My favorite was ‘Changing the World,’ about a group of children making a positive impact on the world around them through their charitable efforts,” says Miller, a blogger and founder of Garton-Miller Media. “Their stories of kindness, selflessness and personal struggles are an inspiration.” Fans of our Relations column will recognize newspaper and magazine writer Emily J. Minor, who specializes in lifestyle, humor and celebrity pieces. She’s also a chameleon, adapting to any topic and making it her own: “I love the personality profiles—you know, diving into people’s lives.” If you’ve ever read our Media Blitz department, you’re familiar with writer Bill Bowen’s unique wit and writing style. A longtime newspaperman and

clever wordsmith, Bowen also contributes profiles and features. His most memorable story? “I was nearly overcome with self-importance when assigned to write about the five greatest golf courses in the world. I was also paralyzed by the time-zone math,” he recalls. Planning phone interviews in locales such as St. Andrews, Scotland and Melbourne, Australia will do that to a person. However, Bowen pulled it off—no mulligan required. Speaking of international travel, I’d be remiss in not mentioning freelance writer Leslie Kraft Burke, who most recently contributed an excellent piece about Hong Kong. “I really enjoyed writing it, knowing that readers in South Florida would be able to appreciate the location’s international appeal and sophistication,” says Kraft Burke, who contributes to publications in the United States and the UK. Closer to home, the always-engaging Andrea G. Rollin has a thirst for knowledge that makes her perfect for our trend-related pieces. “One of my favorites to write was the Fashion Roundup,” says Rollin, a 20-year columnist and journalist. “I love learning and writing about how to accentuate your best qualities.” Finally, there’s Linda Haase: writer, editor and fellow Starbucks enthusiast. Once a week—and more frequently for this anniversary issue—Haase writes, fact-checks and proofreads. Several years ago, she and I co-wrote a piece for which we had to review all 34 flavors of cheesecake at The Cheesecake Factory. She likes to remind me that she’s “still full.” (And I always reply: “But it’s a good kind of full.) Haase is a great sport and I don’t know what I’d do without her. Indeed, I’m lucky to work with all of our talented freelancers. As this first decade of The Boca Raton Observer concludes, I’d like to thank them all. I’d also like to thank our awesome readers for sticking with us. You all are the best, and I look forward to the years to come. Happy Holidays!

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Growing up in New Jersey as one of six kids, Martha Stewart, 73, recalls her fondest holiday memory: “We were baking and cooking and getting everything ready on Christmas Eve,” says the TV personality, best-selling author and perpetual planner. “The priest came to our house to bless the food, we ate an early dinner, wrapped our presents and put them under the tree.” This explains a lot. Even as a child, Stewart was detail-driven—down to the last gift ribbon. She still is. We recently had the rare opportunity to speak with the domestic doyenne about holiday party planning. Here’s what she had to say. What’s your advice for party novices?

“Good planning is very important. Have all the ingredients, read the recipes and your list. Enlist help when entertaining for a large group. When things don’t go as planned, don’t announce it—it’s likely no one even noticed.” What should every host know?

“Try to match-make with people you think should meet each other. When creating a seating chart for served dinners, I always break up couples and seat new people next to one another. I put myself in the least-comfortable spot.” What party themes are trending?

“A cocktail and hors d’oeuvres party is my favorite way to entertain over the holidays. It’s informal and much less nerve-racking than a sit-down meal, more interesting and fun. Or throw a

just-desserts party. I hosted an eggnog and cookies-themed party which was a hit.” What are your favorite quick DIY projects for the season?

“For a simple holiday centerpiece, top a mirrored tray with silver candlesticks or shiny Christmas balls. Place wreaths in unexpected spots. Suspend them in front of a mirror, or hang them indoors on windows where you can see them from the outside and inside.” Any unique party favors for guests?

“I like homemade gifts, like eggs from my farm or a jar of jam. Put them on a tray near the door and let guests choose one.” What about drinks?

“Always use fresh-squeezed citrus juices and fresh purees for cocktails. It makes a huge difference.” – Alyssa Ruane

What would an interview with Martha Stewart be without a recipe? Here’s a holiday favorite from her new book, “Martha Stewart’s Cakes” (Clarkson Potter, a division of Random House LLC). PUMPKIN, SAGE AND BROWNED-BUTTER CAKES ¾ cup unsalted butter, plus more for pans 12/3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for pans ¼ cup fresh sage, cut into thin strips, plus whole

leaves for garnish (optional) 2 tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. ground cinnamon ¼ tsp. freshly grated nutmeg

/ tsp. ground cloves 1 tsp. salt 1 cup solid-pack pumpkin 1 cup packed light brown sugar 2 large eggs

Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter eight 4-by-2½-inch loaf pans; dust with flour. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add sage strips; cook until butter turns golden brown (5 to 8 minutes). Transfer mixture to a bowl; let cool slightly. Whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and salt. In another bowl, whisk pumpkin, brown sugar, eggs and sage-butter mixture. Add flour mixture; whisk until incorporated. Divide batter among pans; smooth tops with a spatula. Place pans on rimmed baking sheet; bake for about 30 minutes. Transfer pans to wire rack; cool for 15 minutes. Turn cakes onto rack to cool completely. Garnish with whole sage leaves, if desired. Makes eight cakes.

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It’s been 12 years, and local candy man Jay Pearlman is still busy making the world taste good. Pearlman, president and founder of Ludo LLC, an interactive candy manufacturing and distribution company, is responsible for many of the creatively packaged sweets your kids beg for in store checkout lines. Now he’s expanded his sugary empire, which includes Candy Bubbles, Bubble Paste and his successful holiday staple, Bubblegum Canes. His latest products may cause your gums to ache— but your kids are going to love them. Santa’s Bubble Bucket is a sour powder-filled gum sold in miniature buckets; Christmas Coal Bubblegum (an

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Source: The Palm Beach Post

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offshoot of Pearlman’s other product, Pirate’s Gold) is black in color and sold in clever pouches; and Bubblegum Pops are candy lollipops in the forms of Santa Claus and Rudolph, with bubblegum noses. They come in myriad flavors, including strawberry, grape, lemon and sour green apple. Yes, but how do they taste? “Yummy, of course!” says Pearlman. Find them at Claire’s, Burlington Coat Factory, Fresh Market, Dollar General and Big Lots, or by visiting ludollc.com.

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at Saks Fifth Avenue in Boca Raton recently celebrating the 10th anniversary of her fragrance collection. The 63-year-old Parisian perfumer says it seems like just yesterday that she launched her company. An antiques dealerturned-beauty executive for companies including Lancome-Paris and L’Oreal, Rahmé launched the line as a way to lift New Yorkers’ spirits after the September 11 World Trade Center attacks. Her idea: Create a scent for each and every neighborhood of Manhattan. She introduced her first fragrance, Bond No. 9 New York, in 2003—and never stopped. Her line now includes 58 fragrances available in 35 countries (including Saks Boca and Saks Boca 2). About 80 percent of her products target women and her newest fragrance, called Perfumista Avenue, pays homage to her decade-old company. She describes it as “feminine, bold, heavy and spicy.” What’s next for Rahmé? “I’d like to focus more on men.”

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REMEMBER WHEN A GALLON OF GAS COST LESS THAN A cup of coffee? We don’t either. Here’s the average price South Floridians paid for a gallon of gas in 2003 vs. today.

Jay Pearlman

THE NUMBER OF FLORIDA RESIDENTS who approve of gaming in the state as a way to generate revenue, according to an October 2013 statewide survey conducted by The Tarrance Group, which was commissioned by the Las Vegas Sands Corporation to find out voter attitudes regarding gaming issues. According to the findings, 35 percent of Floridians disapprove of gambling and 8 percent are unsure. Source: The Tarrance Group

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A DECADE OF POP CULTURE Tastes and attitudes are constantly changing and nowhere is this more apparent than in pop culture. Here’s a random sampling of how trends have shifted in the past decade— and, in one unfortunate case, remained the same.

2003 Britney Spears Florida Marlins (now called the Miami Marlins)

METROSEXUAL

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Miley Cyrus

WORLD SERIES WINNERS

Boston Red Sox

SELFIE

WORD OF THE YEAR

Runner-up: Twerk

NBA CHAMPS

“CHICAGO” (nominees included “Gangs of New York,” “The Hours,” “The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers” and “The Pianist”)

Nicole Kidman

Adrien Brody

“The Hours”

“The Pianist”

(nominees included “Silver Linings Playbook,” “Lincoln,” “Les Miserables,” “Life of Pi,” “Amour,” “Django Unchained” and “Beasts of the Southern Wild”)

BEST LEAD ACTOR AND ACTRESS

Jennifer Lawrence “Silver Linings Playbook”

Male – Jacob Female – Emily

MOST POPULAR BABY NAMES

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AWKWARD FASHION TREND

“The Da Vinci Code”

“Blow Fly”

TOP FIVE NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLERS

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by Clive Cussler with Jack Du Brul

“The Goldfinch” by Donna Tartt

“The Valley Of Amazement” by Amy Tan

by Jan Karon

“The Minor Adjustment Beauty Salon”

“Blood Canticle” by Anne Rice

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Harem pants

“Mirage”

“Shepherds Abiding”

Male – Asher Female – Imogen

by John Grisham

by Patricia Cornwell

Get Rich or Die Tryin’ by 50 Cent

“Lincoln”

“Sycamore Row”

by Dan Brown

by Mitch Albom

Daniel Day-Lewis

November 17, 2013 (at press time):

November 16, 2003

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STUFF HIS STOCKING Little Presents That Make Big Impressions BY FELICIA S. LEVINE

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FOREVER MOONSTRUCK Actress Olympia Dukakis Chats About Family, The Holidays And Putting Her Fame To Good Use BY DIANNA SMITH he’s an Academy Award-winning actress whose prestigious titles include director, author and drama teacher, and when you see her name associated with anything you just know you’ll love it because how can you not love Olympia Dukakis? But what fans might not realize is that she’s also devoted much of the past 30 years to women’s issues and one of them, domestic violence, will bring her to the Boca Raton Resort & Club on February 24, when she’ll speak at the Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse’s Seventh Annual Heart of a Woman Luncheon. Dukakis, who calls domestic violence an epidemic, played an instrumental part in the television series

‘Moonstruck,’” she says. “It changed our lives.” And because that iconic role continuous to land her work, she’s able to spoil her family with the income she earns—just as she plans to do this holiday season. Though she hates shopping for herself (because, she says, “As you get older, you’re not too happy with

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I supply the booze and they bring the food and clean up after. After all the years of doing everything, it’s totally fair they do the cooking and the cleaning.

“Sex and Violence,” which last month debuted on a Canadian network. She appears in the show, but doesn’t carry it. Her intention was to never be the star, but to use her famous name to move the project along because she cares so much about making the public aware of the issue. The actress wasn’t always a household name. She actually became famous later in life, at 56, after landing her lauded role as Cher’s Italian mother in the film, “Moonstruck.” Before that, Dukakis, the daughter of Greek immigrants, spent 19 years running a successful theater company in New Jersey with her husband, actor Louis Zorich, all while raising their three children. “I was really lucky with getting 38

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your body”) she adores spoiling her children and grandchildren. This year, she even plans on giving her family a pre-Christmas gift: A trip to a trampoline park in New Jersey. Will she take to jumping? “Are you kidding?” she asks incredulously, adding that she’d rather watch everyone else have a good time. For Dukakis, the holiday season is always about family. She looks forward to putting up the Christmas tree because her grandchildren always spend the day decorating it. Though on Christmas Day, don’t expect her to cook or clean. “I supply the booze and they bring the food and clean up after,”

Dukakis says of her kids. “After all the years of doing everything, it’s totally fair they do the cooking and the cleaning.” Once the holiday season is over, she plans to keep acting, teaching and perhaps working in “a bunch of movies that keep threatening to happen but the funding is difficult.” Retirement is not in her future, she says. She still has lots to do. “I like the possibility of change,” she says, admitting that she plans to slow down eventually… a bit. “That’s why the title of my book was, ‘Ask Me Again Tomorrow.’ I like the option to change and grow. It makes life interesting.” O

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THE QUINTESSENTIAL ARTS REPORT overdeveloped teeth wreak havoc on our heroes. His fellow evil genius in planning for the Games is Plutarch Heavensbee (Philip Seymour Hoffman). Stanley Tucci reprises his role as the barking TV host Caesar Flickerman, who covers the Games like a sportscaster. Also back are Haymitch Abernathy (Woody Harrelson), a mentor to Everdeen, and publicist Effie Trin-

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In “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire,” Only The Strong Survive t’s perhaps easier to relate to the dystopian vision of the future in “Hunger Games” during these times when we’ve witnessed an ever-widening gap between the haves and have-nots, but the sets and action of the film seem more suggestive of past than future. Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) is back for “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire,” once again relying on a bow and arrow to survive in a kill-or-be-killed scenario. Representatives from each district of Panem, which are separated by something looking like the Berlin Wall, once again are competing for their lives. The public square in “The Capitol” looks to be modeled on ancient Rome. A few scenes, one involving birds, are reminiscent of an Alfred Hitchcock movie. The whole concept is basically season one of “Survivor,” only ramped up to include violent death rather than votes. And despite constant physical violence and mayhem, there is a refreshing (near) absence of guns, as the combatants arm themselves with ancient weapons like swords and axes. Director Francis Lawrence (“I Am Legend” and “Water For Elephants”) took over for Gary Ross and enjoyed the return of all the main characters, including Josh Hutcherson as Peeta Mellark, Liam Hemsworth as Gale Hawthorne (both Everdeen’s love

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interests) and Donald Sutherland as the evil President Coriolanus Snow. Director Lawrence, who has signed on for the next two installments of Suzanne Collins’ best-selling novels, maintains the heavy post-apocalypse ambiance. Snow rules over the oppressed, enforcing his will with ruthless storm troopers who begin murdering people at the first sign of dissent. He’s afraid Everdeen’s (and Mellark’s) victory in the last Hunger Games has planted a seed of hope (i.e. revolution) in the populace, and calculates the best way to quell any such ambition is to bump off the lovebirds. But bumping off Everdeen has been tried before. Lawrence trained for the role and is as convincing with the bow and arrow as she is with the warm but brooding

ket, barely recognizable as Elizabeth Banks in pancake makeup and garden rake eyelashes. It’s not clear what the film title is supposed to mean, although it translates itself into the film as a dramatic running sequence in which Everdeen and Mellark spontaneously combust like marshmallows (but are unhurt by the flames). The film’s ending is so abrupt, you’ll immediately know another sequel is coming. And you’ll want it to come soon. O sensibility she brings to Everdeen. Though competitors are armed to the teeth, most of the danger comes from Snow’s manipulations: a poisonous fog and a herd of ornery mandrills with unnaturally

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Coffee-Table Books That Warrant Long Looks Some pictures, it’s true, are worth a thousand words, but that would be short-changing our December selection of books, which are not so much for reading as for lingering. This collection includes stunning travel photos, candid portraits, artistic renderings and other captivating images. They make great gifts—or keep them for yourself.

Comic Genius: Portraits of Funny People By Matt Hoyle; Introduction by Mel Brooks Award-winning celebrity lensman Matt Hoyle knew he couldn’t go wrong when he selected the subject matter for his book—zany photos featuring legendary comedians of our time, including Steve Martin, Tina Fey, Neil Patrick Harris, Steve Carell, Jay Leno, Eddie Murphy, 44

Robin Williams, Don Rickles, Jonathan Winters, Joan Rivers, Billy Crystal, Jason Bateman and others. Hoyle, whose photos are known

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for their rich character and humor, has created portraits that are works of art that can be zany, deadpan, laugh-outloud hilarious or contemplative. Each portrait includes first-person reflections about everything from show business and elementary school to family and inspiration. The introduction by iconic funnyman Mel Brooks sets the tone for the book, which includes biographies of all 183 featured comedians.

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The holy trinity of the Chanel empire—fashion, jewelry and perfume—are included in this book collection dedicated to the extraordinary Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, founder of the house presided over by Karl Lagerfeld since 1983.

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Producing a great photograph depends on technical ability, composition skills and knowing where the action is—and photography master Dorothea Lange nailed all three. This book by Elizabeth Partridge, Lange’s goddaughter, pays tribute to her life and work as a renowned chronicler of

Whether or not you subscribe to the theory that birds descended from dinosaurs, it’s undeniable that from the mightiest to the lowliest creatures that roam the earth, the bird is one that can enter your backyard with impunity and be served dinner on a perch manufactured in

The holy trinity of the Chanel empire—fashion, jewelry and perfume— are included in this book collection dedicated to the extraordinary Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, founder of the house presided over by Karl Lagerfeld since 1983. Chanel had a huge and lasting effect on 20th cen-

Since its inception in 1987, popular Condé Nast Traveler magazine has been sending top photographers to find the most creative angles of the world’s most picturesque locales. So, it’s no surprise this 250-page collector’s edition book, which was published in honor of its 25th anniversary, is

the Great Depression and the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. Lange studied under photography pioneer Clarence H. White, but her move to San Francisco in 1918, where she opened a portrait studio, positioned her to record the plight of Dust Bowl refugees in the 1930s, which is when she shot the iconic portrait, “Migrant Mother.” This book, which features more than 100 stunning black and white images, reveals the compassion of Lange not just through photos, but first-person letters and interviews. It’s a worthy tribute to an artistic legend.

China. This book provides a fascinating look at some of the world’s unique and most exquisite birds in a way that marries art with information. American Museum of Natural History ornithologist Paul Sweet takes readers on a migratory journey across the globe, introducing them to birds, as well as to groundbreaking avian studies from the past 500 years. Featuring 40 gorgeous frameable prints and an equal number of indepth essays, this collection allows bird lovers a rare look at illustrated ornithological monographs from the museum’s Rare Book Collection, which includes more than 14,000 volumes dating back to the 15th century.

tury Western culture and its ideas about luxury and fashion. She was an entrepreneur long before the word began appearing in English dictionaries and promoted a new feminine silhouette that was both sophisticated and discreet. Lagerfeld has carried on the tradition, reinventing Chanel’s famous signatures season after season. Luxury book publisher Assouline brings this Chanel triumvirate to the stylish masses, featuring sections called “Chanel Fashion,” “Chanel Jewelry” and “Chanel Perfume.” The set chronicles the brand’s spirit and heritage, from Coco’s revolutionary designs to Lagerfeld’s present innovations.

packed with stunning images. Inside you’ll find photographs of majestic natural wonders under blazing skies, wild creatures presiding over exotic habitats and compelling scenes from myriad cultures. Some of the most exceptional photos can be folded out, and artwork is accompanied by essays penned by Paul Theroux, Luc Sante, Simon Winchester and other foremost travel writers. Adding to the book’s appeal, maps and annotations by the magazine’s editors and photographers lend the images a historical perspective. This book is sure to stoke your wanderlust. O

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Chris Isaak Brings Memphis Nostalgia To Kravis Center hris Isaak’s biggest hit was 1991’s “Wicked Game,” a falsetto lament that hit Billboard’s Hot 100 like Roy Orbison reincarnated and climbed to No. 6 in 11 weeks on the charts. But his work had appeared in movie soundtracks years prior. After signing with Warner Bros. Records in 1984 at age 28, Isaak caught the attention of film director David Lynch, who used a couple of his songs (“Gone Ridin’” and “Livin’ for Your Lover”) in his 1986 surrealist cult classic, “Blue Velvet.” The singer, who brings his “Chris Isaak Holiday Show” to the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on December 20 at 8 p.m., has the relaxed delivery of a crooner sometimes reminiscent of Jack Johnson or Ricky Nelson, but then launches into a soaring bridge like he was Orbison’s long-lost offspring.

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ried to the Mob” and 1991’s five-time Oscarwinning picture, “Silence of the Lambs.” He’s had starring roles in Bernardo Bertolucci’s film, “Little Buddha” and Lynch’s “Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me.” His latest film role was in 2009’s “The Informers.” He’s also had his own TV program, “The Chris Isaak Show,” which ran from 2001-2004 and featured the adventures of the singer and his band, and has appeared on countless talk shows. O For more information, call 561-832-7469 or visit kravis.org.

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Isaak, 57, grew up in Stockton, Calif., but has a soft spot for the old Memphis label, Sun Records, and his latest album, Beyond The Sun, is a tribute to that studio, with covers of ’50s songs by Orbison, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and others. It’s his 11th studio album. He’s also maintained a presence in films, including Lynch’s “Wild at Heart,” which featured a version of “Wicked Game,” and Stanley Kubrick’s “Eyes Wide Shut,” which contained the haunting song, “Baby Did a Bad, Bad Thing.” With his celebrity good looks, he’s also had acting roles in nine films, including 1988’s “Mar-

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Star-Studded Y-100 “Jingle Ball” Plays BB&T Center adio station Y-100’s annual Jingle Ball concert always features big names and 2013 promises more of the same. Headliners for this year’s show, which takes place at the BB&T Center on December 20 at 7 p.m., are scheduled to include Miley Cyrus, Avril Lavigne, Robin Thicke and Boca Raton’s Ariana Grande, plus several “regulars” such as En-

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rique Iglesias, who appeared at 2010 and 2012 concerts, and Flo Rida, the Miami Gardens rapper who’s performed at the concert every year since its inception in 2007. Other repeat performers include eight-time Grammy nominee Lavigne, who sang at the 2011 show; former YouTube sensation Austin Mahone, who was there in 2012; former child star Demi Lovato; Miami singer-songwriter Jason Derulo and the rock band Fall Out Boy. Appearing for the first time will be Dutch trance deejay Armin Van Buuren, and Miami girl group Fifth Harmony, who first got together on FOX’s “The X Factor.” We’ll have our eye on Boca’s own Grande, whose career con-

tinues to skyrocket. Grande attended North Broward Preparatory School and at just 10 years old co-founded Kids Who Care, a children’s group that performed at fundraisers and charitable events. She performed in the National Youth Theater Association and won its award for Best Actress in 2008, which led to her role as Cat Valentine in Nickelodeon’s “Victorious” and a Hollywood Teen Choice Award for Favorite Television Actress in 2012. She currently continues her role as Valentine

in “Sam and Cat,” a Nickelodeon spinoff show. Grande released her first album this year, Yours Truly, and the single “The Way” (with rapper Mac Miller) became her first Top 10 hit. We’ll also have our eye on Cyrus and Thicke, wondering if there will be a repeat of August’s notorious MTV Music Video Awards performance, when her twerking during their duet nearly led to a global controversy (and profoundly raised the profile of the word “twerking”). O

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MERCURIAL MEMORIES “We Will Rock You” Evokes Queen At Adrienne Arsht Center n fashioning a musical based on the songs of Queen, playwright Ben Elton drew heavily on Freddie Mercury’s operatic rock masterpiece, “Bohemian Rhapsody,” which in Britain was once voted the most-remembered rock song of the past 60 years. The result was the critically panned (but still popularly adored) musical, “We Will Rock You,” which comes to the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County from December 10-15 (show times vary). Elton had previously collaborated on musicals with Andrew Lloyd Webber and branched into fabricating plots for music that was already written.

Elton’s Queen musical tells the story of a distant future in which personal freedoms have been usurped and individuality has given way to state-controlled conformity in dress, behavior and thought. Musical instruments are forbidden and rock is a distant memory. Amid this Orwellian dystopia, a group of bohemians reject the rules and struggle for change. Interestingly, band members admitted being on the verge of breaking up had their 1975 album, A Night at the Opera, not been a success. Their fourth album was the most expensive ever recorded at

the time, using multiple mixes and overdubs. It featured “Bohemian Rhapsody.” The song was Mercury’s masterpiece, on which he’d been dabbling since the mid-’60s. Queen guitarist Brian May said the band often com-

posed in the studio, but this song was “in Fred’s head.” The song was an immediate hit in the UK, climbing to No. 1 and remaining there for nine weeks. It rose to No. 9 in the United States in 1976, and was re-released in 1992 (five months after Mercury’s death from AIDS) as part of the “Wayne’s World” film soundtrack, climbing to No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2004. O For more information, call 305-949-6722 or visit arshtcenter.org.

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(Money Is A Major Issue), yielded his first Top 40 hit, “Culo,” which peaked at No. 32 in 2004. He scored again on his third album, The Boatlift, with “The Anthem,” which reached No. 36. His fourth album, Rebelution, featured his first major hit, “I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho),” which soared to No. 2 and remained on the charts for 27 weeks. That success opened doors for Pitbull, who has created his own label (Mr. 305 Inc.); released another hit single, “Hotel Room Service,” which reached No. 9 on the charts; a full-length Spanishlanguage album, Armando; and a collaborative single, “Give Me Everything,” (with Ne-Yo, Nayer, and Afrojack) that became his first No. 1 hit. Pitbull is now touring in support of his seventh album, Global Warming, and will be joined for his New Year’s Eve II show by Bachata singer Prince Royce and remix masters Jump Smokers. O

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Anniversaries Are Not Always A Party For Some Couples BY EMILY J. MINOR ob Ferguson and his wife, Molly, recently had their 17th wedding anniversary. But… “We forgot,” he says, simply. “First time neither of us remembered, and we laughed about it the next day.” And that, says Boca Raton therapist Richard Loebl, is a good sign. Not so much the forgetting, but the chuckle the couple shared later.

“For some people, they matter,” he says, about wedding anniversaries. “For some people, they don’t matter too much.” Still, we go through life ticking off these markers, we humans. We see it all the time in social media. We talk

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Ferguson is a pseudonym because, well, he and the wife are embarrassed. “The important thing is the way they laughed about it,” says Loebl, founder and director of the Relationship Center of South Florida in Boca Raton. “That’s not a response I would expect from a marriage in trouble.” Indeed, the Fergusons do not consider their relationship in trouble, nor do they spend a lot of effort or money on sentimental gifts and cards. It works for them, and that’s what’s key, Loebl explains.

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about it with friends. “My dad would have been 94 today!” someone might proclaim on Facebook. In a quiet conversation with a friend, you might confess that it was 10 years ago that day you were diagnosed with cancer.

Happy. Sad. Sobering. Invigorating. We love latching onto these “anniversary” moments and rekindling dormant emotions, says Boca Raton therapist Naomi Berger, who runs The Couples Place.

“Traditions are very important to humans and anniversaries are part of that,” Berger says, adding that they’re reminders of past happiness. But isn’t that depressing? To think of “what was”? Berger says no way. “It’s like stopping to remember what all of this is about,” she says. “It’s like stopping to remember what brought you together.” For his part, Loebl realizes that anniversaries can be somewhat of DECEMBER 2013

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a downer, especially in a struggling marriage. But even in those instances, the annual date can instigate needed reflection. “In that case, I don’t think it’s the anniversary that is the issue, it’s the health of the relationship,” he says. In marriages where couples want to work things out, the wedding anniversary—be it paper, wood, silver or gold—might be a chance to stop and sit, talk and reacquaint. Through the years as a licensed therapist, Loebl has followed the work of researcher John Gottman, a professor emeritus at the University of Washington who’s studied marriages since the early 1990s. Recognized by his peers in 2007 as one of the 10 most influential therapists of the past quarter century, Gottman outlined what he calls a couple’s “love map” early in his research. 58

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The love map, says Loebl, maps out a couple’s intimacy and intuition, if you will, about each other. Does she like sugar in her tea? Does he like to have quiet time right after work? Would she rather have flowers, jewelry or a quiet date in a small restaurant? Does he like corn casserole on the Christmas buffet table? Then, once the map is out there—you have to follow it. “It’s just knowing each other very deeply,” Loebl explains, realizing this comes with time—and

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work. “Couples have conflicts. They have arguments. But it’s being able to work out those differences.” And sometimes those differences include how to mark an anniversary. If the annual date is not a big deal to both people, that’s kind of a slam-dunk. Not a lot of conflict there: You both choose not to belabor what you’ve got going. And if you both like celebrating with cards and a dinner, that’s good too. You’re on the same page. But there is trouble, he admits, when one mate wants a big to-do and the other chooses to ignore the date entirely—even if she knows that he loves to celebrate. (That’s ignoring the “love map,” BTW. And it’s super hurtful.) While Loebl maintains that downplaying an anniversary is fine if both people want to handle it that

way, Berger thinks it’s healthier to stop and smell the roses. Especially if there are roses ‘growing’ in your marriage garden. “Anniversaries can be very happy times,” Berger says. “This is especially true in good marriages. The relationship starts with a high. There’s a big romantic surge of emotions. There’s passion and newness and things come easy.” It’s a break from reality—kids and money problems and health struggles. Aging parents, unemployed children and shrinking 401(k)s. A nice anniversary, she says, can “take you away from the daily mundane and the dealing with life. It brings you back to that moment when things were so positive and passionate and there was so much potential.” And who doesn’t like polishing up the potential with a little passion? O

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Teaching Your Kids About True Holiday Spirit—Despite The Hoopla BY DIANNA SMITH ight before Halloween, while my 4-year-old daughter was still agonizing over what costume to wear, a friend of mine apparently had early visions of sugar plums dancing in her head when she asked: “So, what are you getting the kids this Christmas?” At that point, I was still trying to figure out trick-or-treat logistics so her question threw me for a loop. But it also made me realize the holiday season is quickly approaching and I needed to figure this gift thing out. And that can be such a stressful mess. Buying presents to display nicely under the tree Christmas morning

or having a gift for every day of Hanukkah (that’s eight presents total for each kid!) is not only expensive, but can often spiral out of control. The older kids have their hearts set on electronics that cost more than monthly car payments and some of the younger ones are no longer sat-

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isfied with little things like a book and a stuffed animal. They want what they see on those strategically placed toy commercials that air between cartoons on TV. Nowadays kids want more, they want big and they want everything. And it’s up to us, as parents, to deliver. But should we? Boca Raton Licensed Mental Health Counselor Tina Connan says absolutely not. “Children who receive too much wind up having unrealistic expectations,” she says. “Kids who are overindulged don’t really take ‘no’ as an answer and that’s more far reaching than a gift issue. It really changes their life.”

The holidays are about being grateful and appreciative—often concepts some children know little about. It’s up to parents to teach them, Connan says. If a child sees his mother giving to the homeless and the parent talks about how lucky they are to have a roof over their heads, then the child is learning what those very words mean. “It teaches them that life isn’t about the bubble they live in, there are people who have less,” Connan says. “Ask them, ‘What is it that they appreciate?’ That creates a really wonderful person.” Rabbi Josh Broide, leader of the Boca Raton Jewish Experience outreach program, is a busy father of five. His children—ages 2 to 15—all expect gifts for Hanukkah and if you do the math, that’s 40 presents. Forty. And so, Rabbi Broide tries to persuade his family every year to

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The present part is a modern initiative, he says. “It’s really American culture that has taught us it’s the season of gift giving. And Adam Sandler made it popular by saying we’re not just getting one night of presents but really eight,” he quips. “But there’s nothing about the holiday that re-

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quires you to get gifts.” Rabbi Jessica Spitalnic Brockman of Temple Beth El in Boca Raton has two children—ages 14 and 10—and she’s figured out a way to teach her children about giving during the holiday. Instead of getting gifts for one of the nights of Hanukkah, they have to pick a charity to help. In the past, they’ve picked charities to help animals and needy children. This is her way of teaching them that Hanukkah is not only about the presents. Parents who celebrate Christmas often run into the same issue of having kids so focused on gifts that

they don’t know why Christmas is celebrated in the first place. On Christmas Day, Christians celebrate Jesus’ birth—a gift from God because Jesus came to Earth to pay the ultimate price for our sins, explains Pastor Bill Mitchell of the Boca Raton Community Church. Giving gifts is part of the holiday tradition, he says, because the three wise men brought Jesus gifts to celebrate his birth and it was a way for them to express their love for Him as the Messiah. But nowadays, Pastor Mitchell says, Christmas has become so commercialized that many have lost the true meaning of Christmas. Parents, however, can help by teaching children the values of love, caring and generosity to others. “In our society, children are bombarded with the ‘It’s all about me’ outlook at life,” he says. “There are ways to honor someone and to help someone through alternate gift giving.” He highlights Starfish Treasure (starfishtreasure.org) and Samaritan’s Purse (samaritanspurse. org) as good organizations to help. Indeed, getting your children involved in charity or volunteer work are ways to teach the spirit of giving, as is sorting through toys at home with your children and deciding which ones to donate to a good cause. Scaling back on presents also works and one piece of advice from mommy bloggers is to buy each child four gifts by using this cute little rhyme as a tool: something they want, something they need, something to wear and something to read. And after all the gift giving is done, don’t forget your manners. Whether it’s from a distant aunt or a neighbor, Connan stresses the importance of making sure your children let the givers know how nice it was that someone thought enough of them to buy a gift. In this all-too busy world, sometimes just about everyone—adults included—need to be reminded that giving thanks is really what this holiday season is all about. O

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ums, National Air and Space Museum, Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument, Georgetown University, Arlington Cemetery and other attractions. Designed to capture the energetic vibe of downtown, the luxury hotel is replete with sophistication and its recent $23 million transformation was finished in time for its 50th anniversary celebration. Its 365 newly renovated rooms (including nine suites) feature plush furnishings, stylish fixtures and every conceivable amenity. Recognizing that work and play are intertwined in D.C., designers ensured that rooms provide spacious work areas with free Wi-Fi access and ergonomic chairs, along with marble bathrooms and Egyptian-cotton linens (after all, luxury is a Loews hallmark). The elegant, spacious suites

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If you’re traveling for business, this is one cool place to set up shop: There’s more than 12,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting and event space in 12 distinct settings (including a 3,300-square-foot ballroom that seats 400). There’s also a 24-hour business center and for blowing off steam later, a 24-hour fitness center. In-room spa services are also available. Part of any good vacation (even a working one) is fine dining and you won’t be disappointed with the hotel’s restaurant, PostScript, a casually refined eatery located off the main lobby. It features American cuisine by award-winning Chef Zach Dallessandro (who trained under Chef Alex Darvishi, a mem-

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ber of the United States Culinary Olympic Team). Also planned for an early spring opening is an Argentinean steakhouse by Food Network star Chef Jose Garces. The restaurateur and “Iron Chef” won a James Beard Award in 2009 for Best Chef Mid-Atlantic and is the author of “Latin Evolution” and “The Latin Road Home.” Guests traveling with family and/or pets will receive a warm welcome at the Loews Madison. Children can join activity-oriented kids’ clubs, enjoy special menus, receive Fisher-Price welcome gifts, and for teens there are special food bars and

late checkout and choice of breakfast for two, valet parking or two cocktails and two appetizers per night. Guests who book the package can opt for the “Give a Gift, Get a Gift” promotion, which includes donating a food gift to The Capital Area Food Bank in exchange for receiving a Loews gift (choose from a complimentary room upgrade, $25 mini-bar credit, free in-room movie and popcorn, or complimentary future one-night). By the way: If you share Sinatra’s affinity for peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, that room service option is still available. O

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No One Does It Better Than Newly Refurbished The New York Palace SUSAN R. MILLER ho does Christmas better than New York City? The magic of the holiday season can be found all around—from ice-skating in Rockefeller Center to Macy’s Santaland—it’s enough to make even old Ebenezer Scrooge crack a smile. If you’re planning to spend the holidays, or any days for that matter, taking a bite out of the Big Apple, where better to feel like royalty than at The New York Palace? New York’s first five-star, FiveDiamond hotel in Midtown re-

cently completed the second phase of its 14-month, $140 million topto-bottom renovation with the addition of six restaurants and a redesign of the main lobby and Towers Lobby. The Queen of Mean, late hotelier Leona Helmsley, built the iconic 55-story hotel in 1982. The redesign includes the addition of Trouble’s Trust, a bar that pays tribute to Helmsley’s beloved Maltese, Trouble. In 2011, the legendary hotel was sold to real estate fund Northwood Investors. It immediately began the

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DECEMBER 2013

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THEY BUILT THIS CITY During the past 10 years, numerous residents have worked diligently

and relentlessly to help make Boca Raton the thriving city it is today. Some are public figures, while others labored quietly behind the scenes. Meet nine such individuals who reflect on how our city has grown in the past decade.

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oca Raton Mayor Susan Whelchel sounds like a proud parent as she looks back at the city’s progress. “When I was first elected to the city council in 1995, Boca Raton seemed barely a teenager. Now it’s a fully grown, thriving adult and a beautiful city with a small town feel.” Back then, the longtime resident was the parent of four children in high school and college. “When young people left here, there was nothing for them to come back to, no jobs, no excitement, no cultural vibrancy,” she recalls about the city’s early days.

Creating A Legacy SUSAN WHELCHEL MAYOR OF BOCA RATON So she jumped into local politics serving in various roles, including deputy mayor, vice chairman of the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and member of the Palm Beach County School Board. Elected mayor in 2008, she says her goal was to work with the city council to create a sustainable city. “Those were challenging times, as the area felt the pinch of the national recession.” As the former teacher plans to end her tenure in March 2014 due to term limits, she looks back at the city’s transformation

as a period of historic growth. “Mizner Park is alive as an entertainment destination, and downtown, which had such a sad face, is more pedestrian-friendly, on its way to becoming a bustling, vital place where businesses can thrive,” she says. Indeed, despite some opposition to increased development and density, the 1,400 rental apartments under construction, permitted or proposed, will bring in an influx of new residents. Looking at the bigger picture, she says she’s pleased with the city’s economic development. “Our incentive program was one of the first in Palm Beach County. We have brought in or retained more than 32 businesses and corporations since April 2010 and added 5,000 jobs,” she adds, noting that the county’s Business Development Board also set up an office here. ”I can go anywhere in the country or world and people have heard of Boca Raton as a beautiful, well-run place.” School enrollment is up, too. “The City of Boca Raton tackled school issues and today our schools are A-rated excellent,” she says. Still, Mayor Whelchel acknowledges some unfinished business. “I’m frustrated and disappointed that it’s taken so long to develop the city-owned Wildflower property at the northwest corner of Palmetto Park Road and the Intracoastal,” she laments. “It’s mainly due to bureaucratic issues. Any time you start a project involving government, it takes a long time.”

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Inspiring Economic Growth KEITH O’DONNELL

CO-FOUNDER OF MEDUTECH

s a leading commercial real estate professional for 30 years, Keith O’Donnell has seen firsthand the major changes Boca Raton has undergone through the decades. And he’s had a hand in much of it.

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Now a principal with Avison Young, O’Donnell helped IBM expand its business park in the 1980s and then sell off its property in the 1990s. More recently, he headed the development of Office Depot’s global headquarters and was

involved in the sale of Beacon Square on Congress Avenue, which he says is the largest building (square footage-wise) sold in Palm Beach County in 2013. And, he says, “I’ve had a front-row seat in redeveloping and repositioning Mizner Park. And we brought more robust users to Palmetto Park Place in downtown.” He adds, “What I found consistently was that companies who wanted to relocate to Boca Raton, or grow here, were lacking information on some of our most important assets.” So, four years ago O’Donnell and Amy Allen, manager of key accounts at the South Florida Business Journal, decided to form MedUTech, a communityled initiative to provide access and information through a series of forums while building partnerships among regional business leaders. MedUTech is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization that hosts forums every November at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. The “Med” in MedUTech comes from O’Donnell’s belief that “people should know how good healthcare is here.” The “U” represents education. “We want to show young people in our community that we have

great universities.” The “Tech” is rooted in Boca Raton’s history as the home of the personal computer and IBM’s effect on development technology. MedUTech’s first forum in 2010 (described by O’Donnell as “a three-hour conversation with audience participation, provoking discovery”) attracted 250 business and political leaders who heard from experts in the city’s educational, research, medical, banking and technology sectors. Building on its success, the second forum focused on technology, recognizing Boca Raton as the home of innovation. More than 450 people attended the 2012 forum to hear about the ties between education and the future of business. “It was exciting to see college students attending and interacting with CEOs in the Q & A,” says O’Donnell. This year, growing regional participation brought representatives from Broward County and MiamiDade County’s Florida International University to the event. O’Donnell remains enthusiastic about MedUTech. “We want to continue the positive momentum created over the past four years for community and business change.”

is given name is Robert B. Campbell, but everyone knows him as “Bobby.” Regardless of the informality, he ranks as a distinguished Boca Raton business-

Sharing His True Nature ROBERT B. CAMPBELL

CEO OF BBC INTERNATIONAL, LLC man and philanthropist, recognized for his friendly manner and kind gestures. “I grew up poor in Pittsburgh, one of four children of a single mother,” says Campbell, chairman of the board and CEO of

BBC International, LLC, one of the leading children’s and athletic footwear design and distributing companies in the world. “I worked my way up from salesman to founding my own business. Now it’s important to give back to the community.” The awards and plaques filling his office attest to his commitment. He’s an active board member of several national and local organizations and recipient of the 2013 Boca Raton Rotary Club Opal Award for leadership and philanthropy. Last year, he was recognized with the Monsignor John T. Fagan Humanitarian Award from Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York for his 20-year commitment to help disadvantaged kids, their families, and the developmental-

ly disabled. In South Florida, he’s been an active director and supporter of The Arc of Palm Beach County, which performs a similar mission locally. He also received the 2013 Biggest Heart Award at the Men with Caring Hearts Luncheon, presented annually by Florence Fuller Child Development Centers. “I’ve lived in Boca Raton for 15 years and have seen great progress in many directions,” says Campbell. For example, “Boca Raton Regional Hospital has gone from a county to a regional medical center. It’s so important to have a hospital of international standing for the care of the community.” Another one of his interests is the Boca Raton Historical Society. “They do a lot for community edu-

cation,” he says. Campbell sponsored the restoration of a train for the organization’s Boca Express Train Museum. “It’s fabulous,” he says. “Everyone loves it!” Next on tap: Bobby Campbell Stadium at Lynn University, future home for its national championship soccer teams and a new lacrosse program. Campbell says he didn’t hesitate to offer a $1.2 million gift for construction. “I love sports and thought this was a great idea,” he says. “Building a soccer stadium will enable students to compete internationally.” Campbell relocated to Boca from New York in 1998. “It’s more beautiful than ever,” he says. “I like the people, smalltown friendliness and amenities. Most of my employees live locally and think it’s a great place to live.”

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ctober 22, 2012 is a date Dr. Kevin M. Ross will never forget. Hosting the final U.S. presidential debate between President Barack Obama and former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney put Lynn University in the global spotlight. “It was an unparalleled experience and a moment for Boca Raton and Lynn to shine,” says Dr. Ross, who became university president seven years ago. “We showed the world that this is a place worthy of having this kind of discourse.” He adds, “People have started to think of Boca Raton as a college town.” A college town with international flavor thanks to Lynn, which serves nearly 2,000 students from about 45 states (and territories) and 90 countries. In 2012, Lynn was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top four schools in the U.S. for its percentage of international students. “Our graduates leave with a broader world view than they might get elsewhere,” notes Dr. Ross. “And exposing Boca Raton to the diversity usually found

Educating The World DR. KEVIN M. ROSS

PRESIDENT OF LYNN UNIVERSITY in larger schools makes it even better.” He says Boca Raton is starting to get attention for all the right reasons. ”It’s very good at reinventing itself away from a retirement haven. The average age has dropped to 42. People don’t have to leave here for jobs.” He values the vibrant business community that has evolved and fosters entrepreneurship. With a new Lynn University International Business Center scheduled to be complete by summer 2014, business studies are now an essential part of the curriculum. Last year more than half of 2012 Lynn graduates chose Business, Management and Marketing as their major. Dr. Ross credits the abundant internship opportunities that give students real world industry experience. Dr. Ross is proud of the gains Lynn has made in the past decade: With the iPad initiative, it became one of the first colleges in the country to replace core curriculum textbooks by integrating content into tablet devices. The college’s new 3.0 degree program allows qualified students to save a year’s tuition by earning their bachelor’s degree in three years. The school also boasts numerous new or enhanced facilities, including a performing arts center, tennis complex and student recreational areas. “We’re emerging as a refreshing alternative in higher education,” he says. “We’ve served the community in many ways and continue to run with the baton. Keep your eye on us; we’re different from what you think.”

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Bringing Culture To The Masses CHARLES L. SIEMON AND WENDY U. LARSEN FOUNDERS OF FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS BOCA

harles L.Siemon and Wendy U. Larsen’s day jobs as land-use attorneys in the Boca Raton law office of GrayRobinson have given them in-depth knowledge of urban design, planning and development. But after hours, the two work diligently at their second love: Festival of the Arts Boca, an event that has morphed into an extraordinary 10 days of world-class music, authors and performances. Siemon and Larsen co-

founded the festival nearly eight years ago as a way to bring a significant cultural event to Boca Raton utilizing the revitalized Mizner Park Amphitheater and Cultural Arts Center. “We thought of it as an Aspen Festival South,” says Siemon. “We raised money and went step-by-step to tailor it to our community. The first three years were pretty strong, but in the fourth year the recession hit. The community was responsive but we lost our biggest financial supporters, especially those connected to real estate.”

The festival survived by introducing less expensive events and building on existing connections with artists. “The recession (days) focused us on quality,” says Larsen. “Even though audiences might not have recognized the artists, they trusted us to offer the best.” With the Eighth Annual Festival of the Arts Boca scheduled for March 6-15 at Mizner Park Amphitheater and Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center, sponsorships have rebounded. “As a result, we increased our budget this year, and we also anticipate higher ticket sales,” says Larsen, adding that the event’s economic impact on the city is more than $1.5 million. The festival’s programming is intentionally diverse in order to please a wide range of audiences. “We want to appeal to everyone, including people who’ve never been to a live performance before,” Larsen explains. Adds Siemon: “We’ve seen a welcome bump in young adults attending.” He points out that some of the more popular performances among young audiences have included “Peter and the Wolf,” the Peking Acrobats and Kodo, a troupe of Japanese taiko drummers. Last year’s festival attracted about 10,000 attendees, and the pair expects that number to double in 2014. Both acknowledge it’s exceeded their wildest expectations. “Pinch me,” says Larsen. “Because I can’t believe this is happening in downtown Boca.”

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Designing For Life DOUGLAS A. MUMMAW PRESIDENT OF MUMMAW AND ASSOCIATES, INC.

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orking from his downtown Boca Raton office and studio puts Douglas A. Mummaw in the heart of the city he calls “a pretty special place.” As president of Mummaw and Associates, Inc., a leading architectural and design firm, he’s created numerous buildings that define the revitalized city core. “My family moved here in 1959 when Boca Raton was a sleepy oceanside community,” says Mummaw, a native who

grew up appreciating Addison Mizner’s architecture and incorporates Mizner-style elements into his projects. “Much has changed since then, but not the importance of good design.” Initially, downtown was meant to be a financial and commercial district. “Lights in office buildings went out at 5 p.m.,” recalls Mummaw. “But the city leaders realized that a vision change was required to create a pedestrian-friendly environment. Market demands

have helped downtown evolve as an entertainment and residential area.” That’s where Mummaw stepped in. Among his redevelopment projects was a 1950s shopping center at 1600 North Federal Highway, which he transformed into a modern and dynamic destination. “The revitalization of East Palmetto Park Road is particularly satisfying,” he says. “Palmetto Park Road is the gateway to the beaches, so we have had to incorporate maximum design value in the architecture, signage and even sidewalks.” He and his team also updated a three-story office building located at 165 East Palmetto Park Road, turning it into a refreshed structure with distinct Mizner influences in a traditional Mediterranean theme. The blighted vacant retail center in the 700 to 800 block of East Palmetto Park Road was reborn as Boca Beach Shops, now full of energy with new businesses and tenants. Mummaw is still excited by the Shops’ first and most challenging renovation: An innovative 7-Eleven convenience store. Facing down neighborhood concerns about bland design, Mummaw’s team delivered an upscale, Manhattan-style urban shop with a beach vibe. “Any time you can turn a negative into a positive you promote the quality of the neighborhood,” says Mummaw, acknowledging that many talented architects in town work in the Mizner tradition.

etty Grinnan and Judith Teller Kaye have earned two distinct titles: “Library Ladies” and “Community Activists.” As an avid user of Boca Raton’s downtown library and member of the Library Advisory Board (LAB), Grinnan was hopeful the 2003 city bond issue for two new libraries would mean swift replacement of the old, leaky downtown building. She says she was disappointed that the city ignored requests to build it first and began construction of the Spanish River Library without community or LAB involvement. So upon her retirement in 2005, Grinnan got more involved. “I believe in action and began attending city council meetings,” she explains. By 2009, with the promised downtown library still not built—or even included in the city budget—the president of the Friends of the Library asked Grinnan and Kaye, a retired management consultant and member of Friends, to launch a campaign to push the city to move ahead. The Library Ladies began their mission, even as other libraries around the country were being shuttered. “People kept telling us: ‘You’re going to fail,’” Grinnan recalls. “But I said, ‘We have to try.’ We had to replace Boca Raton’s beloved downtown library because it had great programming and was surrounded by schools in a diverse neighborhood.” “Libraries really are the heart of the community,” adds Kaye. They finally saw their efforts rewarded when in 2010, the city put the downtown library in the budget. The $9.5 million, 42,000-squarefoot facility, which opened this past May, is double the size of

the original. That wasn’t the end of their community activism. After learning that budgets were being cut for parks and other amenities, they sprung into action. “I felt it wasn’t fair that so much of the city’s resources were going to public safety salaries and pension,” says Grinnan. “Our policemen and firemen are wonderful, but they were overpaid,” adds Kaye.

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BETTY GRINNAN AND JUDITH TELLER KAYE “THE LIBRARY LADIES” AND COMMUNITY ACTIVISTS

After presenting facts and documents to support their argument at the city council’s goal-setting financial summit last year, but finding members “not initially receptive,” they formed Boca Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility. Through the grassroots nonprofit they sent out thousands of newsletters asking residents who shared their concern to pressure council members to act. Eventually, the council prioritized the issue for the fiscal year. “It proves that citizens can mobilize to influence city hall,” says Kaye, a former New Yorker with experience in state government administration. “As citizen activists, we’re continuing to stay in touch and be informed on issues of concern to Boca Raton.” O

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EVENTS THAT CHANGED BOCA RATON

So much has happened in the past decade to change the way we live here and the way the world sees us: From high-profile events such as Lynn University hosting the presidential debate (watched by millions) to changes closer to home, such as the influx of supersized healthy gourmet grocery stores (hey, we were excited). It’s been a fine decade, indeed. BY SUSAN R. MILLER

MARKETING HEALTHY FARE: SPECIALTY GROCERY CHAINS MOVE IN There was a time when health-conscious locals had to drive long distances to find a grocery store that carried a full supply of delicious gourmet foods and healthy options. But in the past decade there’s been a proliferation of huge health-focused grocery chains, including the three biggies: Whole Foods, The Fresh Market and soon, Trader Joe’s. These aren’t just grocery stores. They’re experiences. Walk the aisles and you’ll be greeted by the aroma of freshly ground coffee, bread The Fresh Market

Whole Foods Market

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hot from the oven and the opportunity to nibble here and there on tasty samples. Whole Foods is an international chain with more than 360 stores in 40 states, Canada and the UK. Earlier this year, the market celebrated its decade-plus presence in Boca Raton with a weekend fundraiser to benefit the Tri County Humane Society. Incidentally, healthy eating isn’t just for humans—Whole Foods just announced the introduction of its Whole Paws line of natural pet food. Competitor The Fresh Market arrived in Boca Raton in 1998, helping to fill consumer demand for natural and organic products. In 2011, the Greensboro, N.C.-based chain of gourmet supermarkets opened its second Boca Raton location and 25th store. The 23,400-square-foot store brought 90 jobs to the area, most of which were filled locally, according to previously published reports. With the number of available organic products growing more than 20 percent per year during the last seven to 10 years, it’s no wonder the number of grocery stores offering healthy alternatives is growing. And, there’s more to come. For those looking for more exotic products, Trader Joe’s is slated to open a 12,500-squarefoot store at 855 South Federal Highway in Boca Raton sometime next year. The Californiabased chain is known for its quirky offerings, employees who wear Hawaiian shirts, and a cult-like following of fans. And these specialty stores aren’t the only ones offering organic fare; other grocers such as Publix, as well as discount retailers, are adding organic sections to their stores to drive sales.

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BOCA RATON REGIONAL HOSPITAL OPENS HEART INSTITUTE

In December 2004, Boca Raton Community Hospital (now Boca Raton Regional Hospital) won state approval to offer open-heart surgery. Nearly two years later, in September 2006, the hospital announced the opening of the Christine E. Lynn Heart & Vascular Institute. Until its opening, high-risk cardiac patients or those in need of invasive care had to be transferred either to Delray Medical Center or to a facility in Broward County, with patients losing valuable time in transit and having to be farther away from home and family (and BRRH, unable to treat those hundreds of patients, losing that lucrative business). The 46-year-old, 400-bed facility spent $12.9 million of a $20 million donation from Christine E. Lynn to create what was then the county’s first new open-heart program in about 20 years. In March 2011 the institute created the “Hybrid OR”—one

of just a few in the country. It offers state-of-the-art imaging within the operating room. “This provides our endovascular surgeons with enhanced intra-operative capabilities and the ability to treat life-threatening conditions like aortic dissection or complex aortic aneurysms in a much more effective and efficient manner,” says Thomas Chakurda, the hospital’s vice president of marketing. Since opening, the institute has performed nearly 1,500 open-heart procedures, 76,738 cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology procedures, and 1,605 Hybrid OR cases. In 2012, the hospital received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get with the GuidelinesStroke Silver Plus Quality Achievement Award and is one of only four Palm Beach County hospitals to be designated by the Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration as a Comprehensive Stroke Center. The hospital continues to expand its offerings: In 2014 it plans to open its $42 million Marcus Neuroscience Institute, which it bills as “a state-of-the art nexus of care for neurologic and neurosurgical patients in South Florida.” The 56,000-square-foot facility will house a 22-bed Neuro Intensive Care Unit, which not only will treat patients but also have a clinical research component that will collaborate with scientists from nearby Florida Atlantic University.

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3 ON WITH THE SHOW: THE WICK THEATRE AND COSTUME MUSEUM OPENS TO MUCH FANFARE Costume World CEO Marilynn Wick and her daughters, Kimberly Wick and Kelly Wick Kigar, are the powerhouses behind the recently opened Wick Theatre and Costume Museum, which has provided a whole new level of culture to Boca Raton. In mid-2013, Wick signed a deal to take over the 333-seat former Caldwell Theatre and the trio worked all summer to transform the aging facility into not just a theater, but a home for her multimilliondollar costume collection. They added new lighting and a sound system. They gussied up the place with new drapes, carpets, crown molding and paint. The reception room was transformed into a Tavern on the Green for paid and pre-arranged meals. In September, Wick Theatre and Costume Museum opened to rave reviews with its first show, “The Sound of Music.” The former Caldwell, which occupied 1.5 acres at 7901 North Federal Highway, was closed due to dwindling attendance as the result of the slowed economy. In March 2011, Scott Brenner of Brenner Real Estate Group was named receiver. It was being marketed as a medical facility, a charter school or even another theater. In addition to Broadway-style shows at the refurbished theater, guests are treated to a tour of Wick’s vast collection of costumes that include those worn by Yul Brynner, Julie Andrews and Katharine Hepburn. The savvy entrepreneur is banking on the property’s various revenue streams to make her newest production a success. Critics raved about her opening. “The cast of the Wick production, especially its lead actors, approach their roles with fresh aplomb,” noted one. “Wick knows how to throw a party: The opening night festivities offered a lovely evening of cabaret music and all manner of by-the-bite appetizers and desserts,” wrote another. Still to come in the next few months: “42nd Street,” “The Full Monty,” “Steel Magnolias” and “Ain’t Misbehavin.’”

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THEY’VE GOT GAME: FAU’S NEW FOOTBALL STADIUM OPENS It took about two years and $70 million, but Florida Atlantic University finally got its own football stadium. The 29,419-seat, open-air FAU Football Stadium opened in October 2011. It was the dream of Coach Howard Schnellenberger, who in 1998 was hired as the university’s director of football operations. Schnellenberger, who has since retired, led the University of Miami Hurricanes to its first national championship in 1983. Construction was completed in time for the FAU Owls to host their first game on October 15, 2011 against Western Kentucky (the Owls lost 20-0, but that’s beside the point). The stadium has 32 loge boxes and 24 suites, and the skybox and press box provide views of the Atlantic Ocean (FAU is the only stadium in the United States to claim this distinction). And according to reports released by FAU and conducted by the Palm Beach County Sports Commission, it’s an economic booster, too. The study suggested the stadium would generate an estimated $1.8 million to FAU and the local economy on each game day. In February 2013, Boca Raton-based private prison operator GEO Group announced a $6 million deal to name the yet-named stadium GEO Group Stadium but the idea didn’t go over well with students, who began to refer to the stadium as “Owlcatraz.” So, in April GEO Group withdrew its offer. The university “continues to search for a corporate sponsor for the stadium,” according to Lisa Metcalf, director of media relations. In October, FAU received a huge shot in the arm when the NCAA announced its stadium would get its own bowl game. Beginning next year, the Boca Raton Bowl will take place just before Christmas with ESPN televising the game. The bowl will include a team from Conference USA and one from the American Athletic Conference (the old Big East), the Mountain West or the Mid-American Conference, as each play in the game four times over the next six seasons.

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LYNN UNIVERSITY HOSTS 2O12 PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE Imagine, if you will, hordes of media—an estimated 4,000—descending on Boca Raton. That’s what happened in October ober 2012 when Lynn University hosted the presidendential debate between President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney. The debate not only put the small private university on the global map, but it served as a huge gee economic boost to Boca Raton on n and Palm Beach County, accordding to a study commissioned byy the private nonprofit university. The debate produced $13.1 million in immediate economic impact for the county’s economy and also garnered more than $63 million in publicity value for Lynn and the com-

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Several national companies have made Boca Raton home throughout the years, with some creating more headlines than others. Most recently, Office Depot has taken on the role of headline maker. In November, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, after some debate, approved the combination of Boca Raton-based Office Depot with Naperville, Ill.-based Office Max, and days later the merger was completed. The new company—which will be called Office Depot, Inc.—will have combined revenue of $17 billion,

munity—including more than $50 million for the City of Boca Raton, the study concluded. This was a real boon for our city which, let’s face it, before the debate was known more as a retirees’ paradise than for its tourism. But after the debate aired, the survey found an estimated 4.7 million U.S. adults claiming they’d “absolutely” want to visit the area within the next five years. Hosting the debate didn’t come cheap. Lynn spent a little more than $4.5 million, most of which went toward developing the technolp ogy needed to host

it. Some 70 miles of cable and fiber to handle all of the computers, telephones and transmissions, as well as 772 workstations, had to be installed. And the university even filled in a small lake to make getting around campus easier. Boca Raton students also benefitted. Lynn created a K-12 curriculum and used the debate as a teachable moment in local schools with close to 15,000 people using the materials and activities it created.

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At press time, the answer was unclear. When Office Depot set up shop in Boca Raton in 2008, the publicly traded company cut a deal with Palm Beach County and the state to add 200 jobs by 2014 and maintain those jobs, along with the 1,750 existing positions until August 2019 in return for millions of dollars in tax incentives. Meantime, business development folk in Illinois are working to create incentives to keep the merged company there. The incentives would help Illinois compete with Florida for the merged company’s headquarters. If Office Depot departs, it won’t be the first big hit to Boca Raton. IBM, you may recall, once occupied four million square feet of space and employed nearly 10,000 people. But little-by-little “Big Blue” became a much smaller part of the city’s history. In 1996, IBM closed its facility, which today is known as T-REX, a business and research park. IBM still leases office space in Boca Raton, but a majority of its workforce is mobile, according to IBM spokesperson Leslie Monreal-Feil. “We telecommute so it’s hard when you talk about presence; we don’t have a traditional presence,” says Monreal-Feil, who considers herself among IBM’s telecommuters, working in South Florida.

OFFICE DEPOT MOVES IN according to published reports. Not a bad addition to the city’s tax base. But that’s if Office Depot remains here. Since discussions about the merger first surfaced, there has been plenty of speculation about the future of Office Depot’s 630,000-square-foot global headquarters on Military Trail. Aerial view Will the new merged company of the former call Boca Raton home, or will IBM facility it opt to move to Office Max’s 361,000-square-foot headquarters near Chicago?

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PRETTY IN PINK: BOCA RATON RESORT & CLUB HOLDS INTERNATIONAL APPEAL Since opening in 1926, the Boca Raton Resort & Club has undergone more facelifts than Joan Rivers, with more owners than Elizabeth Taylor has had husbands. Originally called The Cloister Inn, the 100-room property was designed by famed architect Addison Mizner, who modeled it after a Spanish castle. There have been a number of renovations starting in 1928 when it was purchased by Clarence Geist, a utility magnate from Philadelphia and expanded to include more guestrooms, as well as a golf course. Two years later, in 1930, the Cloister Inn reopened as the Boca Raton Hotel & Club following an $8 million facelift. At that time it was considered one of the world’s finest “gentlemen’s clubs,” catering to the likes of Herbert Hoover and the duPonts.

A few more owners and many more millions of dollars later, fastforward to 1997, when H. Wayne Huizenga and Florida Panthers Holdings Inc., purchased the property. Then in 2004, an affiliate of The Blackstone Group, a private investment banking firm, scooped up the resort. In February 2009, the 212-room Boca Beach Club reopened following an extensive $120 million renovation. The reopening coincided with the completion of more than $220 million in renovations throughout the exclusive 1,047-room resort. And, in May 2009, the Boca Raton Resort

THE RIGHT TRACK: TRI-RAIL GETS A FACELIFT When a new Tri-Rail station broke ground in 2004, the transportation system had already been operational for 15 years. The old (and dare we say, decrepit) Boca Raton station on Northwest 53rd Street, north of Yamato Road and east of Congress Avenue, was demolished and replaced with a $14 million station that opened in 2005. Today that new station on Yamato Road is the busiest of the 17 Tri-Rail stations in the tricounty region, according to the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority. Ridership

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& Club joined the Waldorf Astoria Collection. In the last year, management has focused less on appearance and more on the things you can’t see, such as technology. Over the summer, “Mizner’s Quest,” a selfguided walking tour that explores 17 points of historical and natural interest on the 356-acre property, was added. In May, the hotel partnered with Billabong, an Australian surf wear company, to open a surfing school at its Beach Club. Next May, the resort plans to expand that program to the resort’s pool area for corporate groups.

at the southernmost Tri-Rail station in Palm Beach County jumped by an average of 447 passengers per day in the past five years. Talk about your economic kick in the caboose. Many employees at nearby office parks, as well as Florida Atlantic University students, also have come to rely on the 71.2-mile transportation system that links Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties, according to SFRTA spokeswoman Bonnie Arnold. “We’ve also worked successfully with the city to create a free shuttle system that links Town Center Mall; a lot of (mall) employees take the train,” Arnold says. It’s one of the region’s few stations to offer

conveniences within walking distance. Commuters can grab a quick meal before boarding or upon getting to their destination. “You can go to Einstein’s, McDonalds, Jamba Juice,” Arnold says. “You just cross the parking lot and there you are. There’s also an acre-and-a-half of developable land adjacent to the west platform that we are looking to find someone to build something. It can be retail, restaurants, residential, office space or a combination.” When discussions about a Boca Raton station first began in the early 2000s, there was much debate over whether it should be built at Yamato Road, Congress Avenue or Military Trail. Its eventual construction at Yamato Road was the final phase of the $333 million project to double track the South Florida Rail Corridor. Tri-Rail has been so successful that in recent months talks have turned to a second Tri-Rail station in Boca Raton on Military Trail. The Florida Department of Transportation has set aside $10 million for a new Boca Raton station. But the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority still has to come up with another $8.5 million to complete the $18.5 million project. “The city wants an additional station, so we are looking at the feasibility of that, but it’s not funded yet,” says Arnold, who adds that she isn’t sure where the SFRTA will come up with the additional funds. Guess they’ll have to ride it out.

READ ALL ABOUT IT: DOWNTOWN BOCA RATON LIBRARY A LESSON IN FORTITUDE

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It took 10 years, but this past June Boca Raton residents finally got their brandnew downtown library. To mark the occasion, just prior to opening more than 100 people formed a line and passed books from the old library to the new one. Indeed the book collection is about the only thing the old and new libraries have in common. The $9.5 million 42,000-square-foot facility is double the size of its predecessor, which since has been shuttered. Many credit the “Library Ladies,” community activists Betty Grinnan and Judith Teller Kaye, for helping to finally get it built. But change didn’t come easily. In 2003, voters passed a $19.8 million bond for construction of two libraries: the one in downtown Boca Raton, and the Spanish River Library at 1501 N.W. Spanish River Boulevard, about four miles down the road from the downtown library, which opened in 2008. But the location of the new downtown library was held up as city officials went back and forth trying to determine where to put it. The former International Museum of Cartoon Art and Sanborn Square were among the sites being discussed. In addition, some residents criticized the need for two libraries just miles from each other, while supporters ar-

gued the facilities were much more than just a place to house books and that they each provided services and features that would benefit the community in different ways. Eventually, the city commission agreed to build the new library at 400 N.W. Second Avenue on land the city had acquired in 2005 as part of a land swap in which the city gave the owner of the former Causeway Lumber site two pieces of city-owned property and part of a street in exchange for seven acres near the existing library downtown and $2.7 million. While all of this was going on, the economy tanked and construction stalled. “On the bright side, because construction prices dipped during the recession, it cost residents less than expected to build the new library. In this case timing was everything,” says Susan Haynie, the city’s deputy mayor. “It came in on time and under budget.” The downtown library is home to a cyber cafe, a coffee shop, a learning and gaming center with computers for homework, and eight video game stations. It also serves as a gathering place for residents, with a 155-seat community meeting room and outdoor patio, and hosts numerous events.

10BARKING UP THE RIGHT TREE: PILOT PROGRAM TO ALLOW DOGS ON BEACH Finding pet-friendly venues in South Florida isn’t always easy, but more government officials are recognizing that what’s good for Fido also may be good for the city and its residents. To that end, Boca Raton recently embraced the idea of allowing dogs to frolic on the sand and romp in the surf. Dog lovers had been asking for years to allow their four-legged friends access to the ocean, says Boca Raton Deputy Mayor Susan Haynie, who doesn’t own a dog, but does have a cat. “I did some research and obtained Fort Lauderdale’s ordinance and it seemed like something we could easily initiate,” says Deputy Mayor Haynie. During budget talks the city council voted to appropriate $15,000 to initiate a pilot program. In October, the Boca Raton City Council agreed to lift its ban and make a 100-yard (or 300-foot) section of its two-mile stretch of lifeguard-protected beach dog friendly. At press time, no decision had yet been made on what stretch of beach the pups would be allowed or on what days and what times, but it would in an area not heavily populated and at times of the days and weeks when not a lot of people are on the beach. While that may not sound like a lot of room to romp, it’s a victory for dog owners who otherwise had to make the drive north to Jupiter or south to Fort Lauderdale if they wanted to spend time working on their tan or hanging 10 with their canine companions at their side. “It’s not a huge area but it’s a pilot program,” says Deputy Mayor Haynie. “At the conclusion we may choose to expand it.” Dogs will be required to remain on their leashes unless they’re in the water. Meanwhile, Boca Raton’s pampered pooches can still enjoy two dog parks—Canine Cove at South County Regional Park and Mizner Bark. O DECEMBER 2013

WE’RE PICTURE PERFECT Spend a day at Boca Museum of Art and you’ll see why it attracts more than 200,000 visitors annually. It features first-class works, with a permanent collection that includes paintings by Matisse, Degas and Picasso. Traveling exhibits have included a collection of black and white Elvis Presley photographs taken when the singer was just 21. The museum also offers artist presentations, family activities, art films, an annual art festival and an art school.

REASONS WE LOVE THIS TOWN

THERE’S MORE TO BOCA RATON THAN RETIREES (THOUGH WE LOVE THEM, TOO). HERE’S WHY WE WOULDN’T LIVE ANYWHERE ELSE.

INTERESTING PEOPLE LIVE HERE (AND ARE FROM HERE)

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There’s no shortage of designer goods in this shoppers’ paradise, where boutique-filled strip centers line the streets. Town Center at Boca Raton is a buyers’ nirvana with more than 220 restaurants and stores, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s (where top designers often pop up to promote new lines). On the other side of town, Mediterranean-style Mizner Park features 236,000 square feet of retail space (including the new Lord & Taylor), restaurants, bars, a movie theater, amphitheater and a public promenade. It’s not just shopping in Boca—it’s an adventure.

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South Beach isn’t the only city with celebrities and other fascinating characters. Our residents include singer Ariana Grande; tennis pro Chris Evert; Creed lead singer Scott Stapp; twins Timolin and Casey Cole, daughters of the late Nat King Cole; singer Dion; Danny Spitz, former Anthrax lead guitarist; pro golfer Morgan Pressel; philanthropists Christine E. Lynn and Henrietta, Countess de Hoernle; ESPN commentator and former football Hall of Famer Cris Carter; and Sarah Silverman’s father, author/comedian Donald Silverman, known for his hilarious (in our opinion) tweets (he has nearly 17,000 followers of @RantsFromBoca). Former residents include tennis pro Andy Roddick and reality star/talk show host Bethennyy Frankel.

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HISTORY—WE’VE GOT IT Back in the day, the land west of the city was covered with pineapple plantations. It was confiscated during WWII to be used as the site of the Boca Raton Army Air Force Base, a training facility for bomber crews and radar

operators. Today that site is part of FAU’s parking lot. For a rundown, visit the Boca Raton Historical Society (bocahistory.org).

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WE’VE GOT SMARTS With three universities in our backyard, there’s no shortage of educational opportunities. Lynn University houses the famed Conservatory of Music and is a global center for foreign students; FAU’s new medical school and state-of-theart football stadium have solidified its place on the map, and Palm Beach State College, which has a Boca Raton campus next to FAU, includes a Youth College Leadership program and Summer Youth College for younger students.

Natural splendor abounds. Stunning Red Reef Park is a 67-acre oceanfront oasis perfect for fishing, snorkeling, swimming and even golfing. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center is a 20-acre barrier island that gives refuge to plants and animals, and has a turtle conservation center. Sugar Sand Park’s 132 acres include native ecosystems, softball fields, picnic areas and a science playground, while Daggerwing Nature Center’s boardwalk winds through lake and swamp habitats and provides an observation tower for viewing wildlife.

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FAMILY-FRIENDLY DIGS It’s clean and green here. We’ve got safe gated communities housing everything from modest homes to extravagant manses, 40 parks, 44 miles of bike lanes, 22 golf courses, sun-splashed beaches, A-rated public schools, and top-notch private schools such as Saint Andrew’s School, Pine Crest School and Donna Klein Jewish Academy.

WE PARTY WITH PURPOSE With at least 65 luncheons and galas on tap this season (and that’s not counting golf and tennis fundraisers), we’re generating support for charity nearly 24/7. Local nonprofits near and dear to our hearts include the Junior League of Boca Raton, Florence Fuller Child Development Centers, the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County and Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation.

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Even Jerry Seinfeld’s parents—both real and fictional— came here to live out their golden years. Fran Drescher’s “The Nanny” consistently urged her TV parents to move here and funny guy Adam Sandler’s real parents have. And with Boca Raton’s Century Village lauded as one of the largest retirement communities in the nation, according to CNBC, and more seniors moving here daily, it’s safe to say this population will continue to grow.

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Lucky members and guests of the Boca Raton Resort & Club can experience its rich history, opulent grounds, award-winning golf course, celebrity chefs, marina and spa at a moment’s notice (it’s especially popular for events of all kinds). The Intracoastal resort, designed by Addison Mizner, opened as the 100-room Cloister Inn on February 6, 1926, and while it’s undergone multimillion-dollar renovations throughout the years, the original elegance and charm still shine through. O DECEMBER 2013

We’ve had the pleasure of interviewing more than 100 high-profile celebrities throughout the past decade, all of whom have ties to South Florida. Many have proceeded to become even more successful while others—not so much. Here’s a roundup of our 10 most memorable cover stars, and where they are now.

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RACHAEL RAY & GUY FIERI JUNE/JULY 2008 “RED HOT RACHAEL RAY” OCTOBER 2011 “APPETITE FOR LIFE” WE DECIDED TO REVISIT LIKABLE Food Network superstars Ray and Fieri as a team, since both are regulars at the local South Beach Wine & Food Festival, and because their careers have intercepted in recent years. When we first featured Fieri, the 43-year-old father of two was enjoying success with his Food Network show, “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” The restaurateur also had just launched his namesake line of barbecue sauces and salsas, and his cookbooks were best-sellers. “My schedule is impossible. But I love what I do,” said Fieri. At that time, the University of Nevada grad had also launched a nonprofit to help kids develop healthy eating habits. “I love my food ventures and TV shows,” he told us, “but doing charity work that helps others improve their lives is what makes me the happiest.” When we had Ray on our cover, the 39-year-old omnipresent foodie was already a household name with five TV shows, dozens of cookbooks, a magazine, a cookware collection and a nod from FHM, which named her one of its 100 Sexiest Women. Perhaps the former cheerleader’s biggest claim to fame was penning the phrase “EVOO” (extra-virgin olive oil), which was added to the Oxford American College Dictionary in 2007. Her comment regarding the future back then: “I don’t plan for the future. I go where it takes me.”

individually and as a pair. Fieri has added another restaurant to his growing empire, partnered with Carnival Cruise Lines to create Guy’s Burger Joint, launched another Food Network Show, “Guy's Grocery Games,” and helped draft California state legislation making the second Saturday in May “Cook With Your Kids Day.” Ray launched her syndicated talk show, “Rachael.” An avid dog lover, she’s also launched Nutrish, a line of premium dog foods and treats, brought a pop-up food truck for canines to New York City, joined first lady Michelle Obama for a barbecue on the South Lawn for an episode of her talk show and has donated thousands of dollars to pet-related charities. The dynamic pair teamed up in 2012 for Food Network’s “Rachael vs. Guy Celebrity Cook-Off,” and when audiences ate it up, the network followed with “Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off” and “Rachael vs. Guy Kids Cook-Off.”

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WHERE THEY ARE NOW: Both chefs have continued to charm their ways into America’s households—

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mm usic an JOHN LEGEND TALKS ABOUT LOVE, CAREER AND MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE

WHEN WE SPOKE WITH LEGEND, the five-time Grammy Award winner was fresh off a sold-out gig at The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater and a speech to college graduates at Kaplan University in Miami. His unique and soulful R&B sound had propelled him to stardom in the music world and his sartorial style was celebrated. “Some people have been making the same album for years,” he told us. “That’s not me. Expect me to experiment. Expect me to always approach the music in new and different ways.”

JOHN LEGEND MAY 2009 “A LIFE LESS ORDINARY” help a village in Tanzania climb out of poverty and putting his stamp of approval on President Barack Obama. At the time he was madly in love with model Chrissy Teigen, freely admitting that he definitely planned to marry and have children.

WHERE HE IS NOW: Legend, who turns 35 this month, has won a few more Grammys. And true to his word, this past September he married Teigen in a fairytale ceremony in Italy, made even sweeter with his performance of “All of Me,” which he wrote for his new bride. Legend remains passionate about social and charitable

“I did well in high school and then went to an Ivy League school, but I was the exception. We need to do more to make sure every kid has a quality education.” He was just as passionate about philanthropy and politics, helping create a campaign that funds a program to

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causes: He supports Harlem Village Academies, a New York City organization that runs several charter schools. “I come from a city where 40 percent to 50 percent of our kids drop out of high school,” he told Black Enterprise magazine. “I did well in high school and then went to an Ivy League school, but I was the exception. We need to do more to make sure every kid has a quality education.” Legend lent his song, “Shine,” to the 2010 documentary, “Waiting for Superman,” which looks at the nation’s public school system. For Legend, the future looks harmonious.

DAVID TUTERA DECEMBER 2010 “THE TUTERA TOUCH” We were impressed by David Tutera, the son of a funeral home owner who worked his way up from delivering singing telegrams, to starting an events company at age 19, to hosting his own hit TV show on WE tv, “My Fair Wedding,” and running an event-planning business with clients including Elton John, Jennifer Lopez, Prince Charles and The Rolling Stones.

WHERE HE IS NOW: The 47-yearold continues to flourish in his career, having been named Best Celebrity Wedding Planner, by Life & Style. His impressive client list continues to grow and his new WE tv primetime show, “David Tutera: Unveiled” is already a hit. He’s also the darling of HSN with his popular Down the Aisle in Style, a wedding dress, fashion

“I think we all envision ourselves married and in a relationship. But I’m an older dad, and there is something very enlightening about being a single father.” South Florida celebs were hiring him for galas at tony locales such as the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach and Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach; he had a successful line of wedding gowns and seven books climbing the best-sellers’ chart. He credited his success with this sentiment: “I give people a moment in life that they will never experience elsewhere.” Life was good—and got even better when he married Ryan Jurica, his business associate and life partner. It seemed like there was nowhere to go but up for this entrepreneur. David Tutera and Cielo celebrate Halloween

jewelry, shoe and fabric collection, and created a popular app that dispenses advice for planning, budgeting, organizing and designing a dream wedding. Sadly, as of press time things were less than stellar in his personal life. He and Jurica split, but only after having twins through a surrogate. They made headlines recently with their decision to raise their 2-month-old children—a boy named Cedric and a girl named Cielo—separately. Jurica will raise Cedric, and Tutera will raise Cielo. “I think we all envision ourselves married and in a relationship. But I’m an older dad, and there is something very enlightening about being a single father,” Tutera told People magazine. “I’ll make mistakes, but my job for the rest of her life is to protect and support her. We’re a team.”

DWYANE WADE JANUARY 2006 “BASKETBALL SUPERHERO”

WE INTERVIEWED WADE (AKA

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“Flash” and D-Wade) back in 2006 when his star was just rising and fans were becoming enamored with his shooting abilities. It was his third year with the team, which had yet to win an NBA championship, but sports fans—and former wife Siohvaughn Funches—were confident Wade and then-sidekick Shaquille O’Neal, could help the team clench the trophy. Even back then the 24-yearold was revered by the media and fashion worlds as a role model of physical perfection. Indeed, Wade was quick to adopt the strict NBA dress code. “I just try to stay looking presentable,” he said simply. Others saw it differently. People magazine named him one of its 50 Most Beautiful People and Men’s Fitness included him on its list of 25 Fittest Olympians on Team USA.

months after appearing on our cover, the Miami Heat nabbed its first NBA championship— and Wade was named MVP. Although plagued by injuries, things just keep getting better for the 6’4 dynamo as the Heat gears up to try and win its fourth NBA championship. When not shooting hoops, Wade still scores points for style (he’s been featured in Vogue, GQ and Essence) and his stylist, Calyann Barnett, who has become a fashion star in her own right, has no trouble persuading her favorite client to sport a yellow-and-black bow tie, bold yellow sweater vest and sleek back pinstriped suit. The Boca Raton Observer featured Wade and Barnett last April in our Men’s Issue, where fashion was the focus. Wade and Funches recently settled their bitter divorce and custody battle, with Wade obtaining full custody of sons Zaire and Zion. He takes fatherhood seriously and his well-received memoir, “A Father First: How My Life Became Bigger Than Basketball,” documents his life as a single dad and professional basketball player. The 31-year-old Olympic gold medalist has found a new paramour, too. He’s hot and heavy with older woman Gabrielle Union, 41, a stunning actress who happens to be a former high school basketball star.

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GORDON RAMSAY NOVEMBER 2007 “MAN ON FIRE” SIX YEARS AGO THE BRAZEN SCOTTISH CHEF WAS HOT stuff abroad with popular restaurants in Dublin, Dubai and Tokyo. But it wasn’t until he began dishing out his fiery wrath on the U.S. TV show, “Kitchen Nightmares,” that he became an internationally renowned gourmand. Americans were captivated with his colorful language and culinary prowess. The more outrageous he got, the higher the ratings. Blistering temper aside, he admits to being a culinary purist and makes no apologies for his quest for kitchen excellence. “I am a chef and I want the best to come out of the kitchen so I am a perfectionist in that sense,” he told us.

Gordon Ramsay and kids from “MasterChef Junior”

WHERE HE IS NOW: Despite his notorious potty mouth (or because of it), the 47-year-old chef continues to succeed. And with five FOX television shows, including his newest, “MasterChef Junior,” airing in more than 200 countries he shows no signs of slowing down. Ramsay also is an entrepreneur in global partnership with WWRD (Waterford, Wedgwood, Royal Doulton), which offers quality home and lifestyle products; an author, with his autobiography, “Roasting in Hell’s Kitchen,” becoming a best-seller; and a frequent traveler who divides his time between London and Los Angeles. The father fathe h ro of four is also a black belt in martial arts, which could come in handy when defending himself against recent accusations that he uttered profanities around kids on “MasterChef Junior.” That hasn’t been his only trouble. The Times reported that Ramsay’s New York restaurant, The London, was stripped of its two prestigious Michelin stars this past October due to instability and inconsistency. Don’t stick a fork in him yet. We predict this unpredictable chef will get himself out of hot water.

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(Top To Bottom) Kim Kardashian and Kanye West; Kourtney Kardashian and her kids, Mason and Penelope, in Long Beach, Calif.; Khloe Kardashian

KOURTNEY, KIM & KHLOE KARDASHIAN AUGUST 2009 “SISTER ACT” WHO BETTER TO FEATURE ON THE cover of our Family Issue than perhaps America’s most notorious sisters and stars of E!’s “Keeping up with the Kardashians”? When we profiled them, Kourtney and Khloe had just opened their new store, Dash, on South Beach (with an assist from big sister Kim) and were taping their spin-off TV show, “Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami.” After divorcing Damon Thomas, Kim was in an on-again-off-again relationship with NFL star Reggie Bush, had posed for Playboy, dated oh, a zillion other guys and appeared on “Dancing with the Stars” (she was cut early on). Kourtney was pregnant with her first child, who was born in December 2009 and in an on-againoff-again relationship with the baby’s father, Scott Disick. Meanwhile, Khloe was preparing to walk down the aisle with Los Angeles Lakers star Lamar Odom.

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space, here are some highlights (try to keep up): “Kourtney and Kim Take Miami” replaced “Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami.” Kourtney and Disick had their son, Mason, in 2009 and daughter Penelope in 2012. Kim’s relationships continue to make the news: First there was her infamous 72-day marriage in 2011 to New Jersey Nets forward Kris Humphries. Now she and rap artist Kanye West are engaged and recently had their first child, daughter North. Khloe married Odom and starred in E!’s “Khloe and Lamar.” At press time, Khloe had reportedly stopped fertility treatments and, fed up with Odom’s alleged drug abuse, kicked him out of the house and is reportedly contemplating divorce. Stay tuned.

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DONALD TRUMP SEPTEMBER 2011 “ONE-MAN BRAND” FEBRUARY 2006 “THE MAN, THE LEGEND” THE HIGH-POWERED EXECUTIVE WITH THE Palm Beach manse had long ago taken the world by storm. Despite mind-boggling real estate deals around the world (hotels, golf courses, condos and more), a run for the presidency, a highly rated primetime TV show, the renovation of historic Mar-a-Lago and 11 best-selling books, the 65-yearold mogul and father of five wasn’t anywhere near ready to retire—he was actually enjoying his ridiculously busy schedule. Back then, he said his plans for the future included “working with my children and carrying the Trump legacy further and wider in our developments and projects.”

WHERE HE IS NOW: Although NBC didn’t renew his “Celebrity Apprentice” TV show, he’s still finding ways to trumpet the Trump legacy. The latest: He’s thinking about adding an island to his burgeoning portfolio. That’s right— an island. New York’s Plum Island, to be exact. Just what would the industrialist do with the 843-acre property that currently houses a laboratory that studies infectious animal diseases (the facility will be moving to a new lab in Kansas)? “We would do something, but it would not be on a big scale,” Trump told the Associated Press. “We would look at it and come up with something appropriate.” Meanwhile, he and his daughter, Ivanka, just completed a $200 million deal on a 60-year lease agreement on the 114-year-old Old Post Office Pavilion in Washington, D.C. They plan to convert the historical building into a mixeduse development including high-end restaurants, a lavish spa, conference space and a luxury hotel to open in 2016. The vacant, crumbling rear annex will be transformed into the largest ballroom in D.C. He’s also hoping to turn 800 acres of land in Homestead, Fla. into a film studio complex. The name? Trump World Studios. For once, his personal life appears to be copacetic. He’s been married to this third wife, Melania, since 2005. “Frankly, I wouldn’t have [gotten married again],” Trump told Newsday. “But she’s very exceptional. If she weren’t, I wouldn’t do it.”

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BETHENNY FRANKEL APRIL 2012 “MINDING HER OWN BUSINESS” WHEN WE SPOKE WITH FORMER BOCA RATON RESIDENT Bethenny Frankel, the reality star had parted ways with Bravo’s “Real Housewives of New York City,” but her life was still full of drama. Her spin-off show, “Bethenny Ever After,” was a blockbuster hit, her natural foods bakery and Skinnygirl product line were thriving and she and hubby, Jason Hoppy, along with their young daughter, Bryn, were happily redecorating their New York digs. Despite media reports that her marriage was on the rocks, she told us that Hoppy was the right man for her. The outspoken actress was basking in the limelight and fans loved her back, as evidenced by her half-million followers on Twitter and Facebook. Industry insiders predicted she’d become a billion-dollar brand. Her take: “I hope to be so successful that I can thrive on fewer projects.”

“Men aren’t a priority right now—at all. Since I’m emotionally unavailable it may be a very chilly winter.”

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WHERE SHE IS NOW: Frankel, who’s called herself the “queen of too much information,” has become even more omnipresent. The 43-year-old candid conversationalist has now published numerous best-selling self-help and cookbooks, and she’s the host of a new nationally syndicated weekday TV series, “Bethenny” on FOX. And of course, there’s her popular Skinnygirl cocktail empire, her workout tapes—and being Mom to Bryn, 3. Time with her daughter is even more precious these days. Frankel and Hoppy parted ways in 2012 and at press time were involved in a custody battle fit for reality TV. Bethenny Frankel says she’s focusing on being Frankel and a good parent and powerful businessdaughter, Bryn woman. “I’m not going to be afraid and I’m not going to get more than I can handle,” she told People. As for her love life? “Men aren’t a priority right now—at all,” she said. “Since I’m emotionally unavailable it may be a very chilly winter.”

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DR. MEHMET OZ JANUARY 2009 “THE WIZARD OF DR. MEHMET OZ” DURING THE TIME OF OUR INTERVIEW, THE RESPECTED cardiac surgeon, who has two vacation homes in Palm Beach, made a splash as the health expert on “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” He was the vice-chairman and professor of surgery at Columbia University and the director of the Cardiovascular Institute and Complementary Medicine Program at New York Presbyterian Hospital. The Harvard grad had just been named one of Time magazine’s Most Influential People and Esquire magazine had called him one of the 75 Most Influential People of the 21st Century. He and his wife, Lisa, created the nonprofit Health Corps to combat the childhood obesity crisis. And he was gearing up to launch his own daily talk show (“Dr. Oz”). Life at home was good: Lisa and their four children were all happy and healthy. His health advice to readers at the time: “Add more fruits and vegetables, stay away from fried foods, get 25 grams of fiber and walk an extra half-hour each day.”

WHERE HE IS NOW: Although the 53-year-old ended his stint as Oprah’s health expert after five years, the Emmy Award-winning talk show host is still spreading the word about everything from super foods to cures for thinning hair on his own popular show—while churning out bestsellers in his spare time. His advice, which he also shares in a syndicated newspaper column, is revered. But he isn’t immune to health issues. In August 2010, he was diagnosed with a pre-cancerous polyp in his colon during a routine colonoscopy performed during his show. Dr. Oz used the experience to extol the importance of colonoscopies, claiming the procedure likely saved his life. Now, he’s about to become a grandfather—daughter Daphne is pregnant. Daphne, co-host of ABC’s “The Chew,” has followed in her father’s footsteps: the National Gourmet Institute grad most recently shared the healthy plan she used in college to shed 30 pounds in her book, “The Dorm Room Diet.”

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PAULA DEEN OCTOBER 2010 “IT’S PAULA’S PARTY NOW” WHEN WE FEATURED THE beloved Queen of Southern Cooking, she’d been enjoying the sweet life. Deen spoke candidly about overcoming agoraphobia, a bitter divorce and the death of her mother to become a celebrated author, restaurateur, product designer and Emmy Awardwinning Food Network celeb. Viewers tuned in for her butter- and calorie-laden recipes and hefty dose of down-home

attitude. She was a national superstar (even landing on Forbes’ list of 100 Most Influential Celebrities) and a media darling. “I’m so busy it keeps me out of trouble,” she said at the time. Apparently not busy enough.

WHERE SHE IS NOW: What a difference a few years can make. Since our interview, Deen lost 40 pounds—not to mention countless business deals and TV shows after being accused first of misleading the public about her health, and later of making racial slurs. In 2012, the 66-year-old selfmade millionaire lost some audience trust after admitting she’d been diagnosed with diabetes three years earlier (while still touting her sugar- and fat-laden dishes). Feeling duped, some

fans questioned her sincerity and turned against her. And just as that scandal cooled, another began when a former employee accused her of making racial slurs and filed a lawsuit for sexual and racial harassment. Her cache diminished, with Sears, Kmart, Target, Home Depot and JCPenney pulling her products from shelves, QVC taking “a pause” from business dealings with her and Victoza, the company that manufactures medicine for the treatment of diabetes, ending their lucrative partnership. Many tearful public apologies from the superstar followed

and so did some bad days. But don’t count Deen out yet. Her lawsuit dismissed in August, she appears to be on the comeback trail. Even “Today” show hosts Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb defended her, noting that she may have been judged too harshly. Time will tell if Deen can cook up a new life for herself. After all, America loves a good comeback story. O Paula Deen

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Behind the manicured lawns, estate homes and glam galas, Boca Raton has a really strange side. It wasn’t easy narrowing down just 10 bizarre occurrences—but we did. The following events (in no particular order) left us scratching our heads.

TENANT FROM HELL Squatters in Boca Raton? No one would have believed it. That is, until 23-year-old Andre “Loki” Barbosa moved into an empty foreclosed $2.5 million waterfront manse and claimed ownership under the adverse possession law. This obscure law allows anyone to take over an abandoned property and claim it after living there and maintaining it for an extended period of time. Police intervened after neighbors complained about Barbosa and his noisy, hardpartying friends. By the time Loki (nicknamed after the Norse God of trickery) was evicted about two months later, Andre “Loki” Barbosa he was already long gone.

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SINGLING US OUT Boca Raton has more women looking for love than any city in the United States. So says the dating website PlentyOfFish (which conducted a survey on the subject). Other local cities making the list included Deerfield Beach (No. 4), Coral Springs (No. 6) and Boynton Beach (No. 9). On a rather unbalanced note, the site also reported that the number of Boca Raton men seeking serious relationships didn’t even crack the Top 25.

Victoria’s Secret lures all kinds, but the “bra bandits” were truly in a category all their own. These three “shoppers” stole more than $9,000 worth of panties and bras from the store at Town Center at Boca Raton before they were captured on surveillance video. That’s when the manager called police and the bandits were, um, busted.

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Spoiled pets are common here, but Sugar Bush the squirrel leads a truly charmed life. “Sugar Bush is treated like a diva,” admits owner Kelly Foxton, a Boca Raton resident, who keeps her pet fashionably dressed in more than 3,000 outfits (with matching hats and accessories). Foxton touts Sugar Bush as the “world’s most photographed squirrel,” and earlier this year spoke about her fixation on the TLC television show, “My Crazy Obsession.” Sugar Bush has her own website, calendar (2014 was just released), greeting card line, Facebook page and Pinterest account.

CRIMINALLY STUPID We’re still dumbfounded over the thief who earlier this year stole the iPad and iPod from an SUV parked at South County Regional Park in Boca Raton—then posed for a bunch of selfies with her tongue hanging out (earning her the nickname, The Tongue Burglar). What the thief didn’t know was that the photos had d been uploaded to the victim’s iCloud account forr her—and the world—to see. Indeed, the storyy went viral, though the crook has yet to be found. “I know what she looks like. The sheriff ’s office knows ws what she looks like. People on Facebook know what hat she looks like,” the victim told WPTV. “We just need eed someone to turn her in.”

WHEELIE ANGRY In a city where road rage is the norm, leading the angry pack is 35-year-old Angel Echevarria, a U.S. Marshal with the Department of Homeland Security. According to the Boca Raton Police Department, Echevarria (driving with his wife and five kids at the time), honked his horn at a Toyota Camry that had cut him off on Glades Road, only to then be flipped off by the driver and passenger. He followed the Camry to Town Center at Boca Raton, got out of his car carrying a handgun, and walked toward the car. When the driver of the Camry tried to leave, he reportedly fired a shot into the car—only to notice a 2-year-old in the car as well. No one was hurt. Echevarria later said he’d interpreted the Camry driver’s maneuver as an attack on a federal agent. At press time, he was being held at Palm Beach County jail in place of $25,000 bail.

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When Boca Raton residents Nina and Edgar Otto lost Sir Lancelot, their beloved 12-year-old Labrador Retriever to cancer, the pain was unbearable. So they decided to bring him back (sort of ). The couple had frozen and banked Sir Lancelot’s DNA, and in 2009 won a bidding war to have their dog cloned by Bio-Arts International, a San Francisco biotech company. After paying $155,000 they became proud owners of the world’s first single-birth, commercially cloned dog. Named Lancelot Encore, the yellow Lab is remarkably similar to his predecessor. In 2012, he did his part to continue the generation by fathering eight puppies.

Talk about an unfortunate acting debut. Five local men made national headlines this past July after donning military armor and brandishing fake weapons for an action video they’d planned to shoot on the top floor of the Mizner Park garage. Frightened witnesses noticed, feared the center was under siege by terrorists, and called the cops. Police arrived and held the men at gunpoint, demanding they relinquish their pseudo guns and samurai swords, which were to be used as part of a vignette featuring superheroes and terrorists. The guys, all in their 20s, left with a trespass warning.

CRYSTAL BULL Boca Raton private investigator Bob Nygaard specializes in nabbing phony psychics, but he doesn’t need a crystal ball to know South Florida is full of them. Sadly, this is nothing new. Back in 2004, local resident Elissa Kenna was bilked out of $99,000 by Amanda Roxann Williams and her mother, a team of fakes who promised to perform a ritual that would prevent Kenna’s ex-husband from otherwise killing her son, reported the Sun-Sentinel. More recently, Boca Raton psychic Stephanie Thompson of the Psychic Tearoom was arrested and charged with defrauding a client out of $115,000. Thompson warned her client that a cash inheritance left by her mother, who’d died of cancer, was cursed, and unless the curse was lifted she also would get cancer. Thompson was given the money in installments, the client told police, with the agreement that she would receive most of it back when the curse was lifted. O

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MEDITERRANEAN MYSTIQUE: Soaking in the view from a seaside pool suite at the Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort

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s The Boca Raton Observer celebrates its 10th anniversary, we can’t help but reflect on years’ past—and wishes for the future. A decade has whizzed by, reminding us that every day counts. And every day should be celebrated. That’s how we began discussing our “bucket lists.” These are lists comprising the people we each want to meet, things we want to do and places we want to check out before, um, we do (permanently, that is). And they became the impetus for this story. Our choices are as diverse as our staff. From fly-fishing in Montana’s Yellowstone National Park or exploring the Egyptian pyramids in Giza, to staying at an all-chocolate hotel in the UK or chugging beer with a St. Pauli Girl during Oktoberfest in Munich, our dream trips run the gamut. And now, we share them with you.

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MYTHIC CHIC: (This Page, Clockwise From Left) Linda Behmoiras; the view from the Perivolas Hotel Oia Santorini Resort; a private pool at the resort (Opposite Page) the waterfront Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort; sunset at the hotel

DOING THE GREEK ISLES IN STYLE Linda Behmoiras, Publisher and CEO

n Greek mythology Mykonos was where the mythical god Zeus battled the Titans. Today, the island of Mykonos is a major tourist attraction where Behmoiras would like to spend time soaking up the sights and sounds. “The fabulous beaches and beautiful deep blue water of the Aegean Sea,” are what attracts Behmoiras—not to mention that the island is known for its bars, restaurants and cosmopolitan nightlife. While there, Behmoiras would stay at the Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort, a five-star destination and recipient of Condé Nast Traveler’s 2012 Gold List. Her other island of choice is mythical Santorini, which suffered one of the largest volcanic eruptions in history (which is how it came to be). From its whitewashed cube-shaped houses to its 110

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black sand beaches, Santorini is known for the beauty of its many and varied villages including its capital, Fira, which is perched on the edge of an 800-foot cliff. Imagine the views! In Santorini, Behmoiras might stay at the Perivolas Hotel Oia Santorini Resort, described as “a dream place for the soul.” With the help of native craftsmen, the resort was transformed from a group of 300-year-old caves that once were home to fishermen and farmers into a luxurious complex of 17 individual suites. Or, she might choose the five-star Hotel Tamarix del Mar Santorini, winner of TripAdvisor’s 2012 Traveler’s Choice Award, which was built in 2003 and recently renovated. Located about 100 kilometers north of Crete, the hotel offers onebedroom Junior and Superior suites with lounge areas. The Standard and Luxury Maisonettes are on split levels and accommodate up to five people. All suites have spacious verandas overlooking the beautiful landscaped pool area.

While in Santorini, Behmoiras can go scuba diving, horseback riding, paragliding, hiking or exploring through paths on the hill of Mesa Vouno. For a more relaxing day, she can linger at one of the picturesque tavernas, sampling indigenous local favorites such as ouzo (a licorice-tasting liquor) and spanakopita (a savory spinach pie). O

➤ For more information about the Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort, call 011-30-22890-25555 or visit mykonosgrand.gr.

➤ For more information about the Perivolas Hotel Oia Santorini Resort, call 011-30-2286071308 or visit perivolas.gr.

➤ For more information about Hotel Tamarix del Mar Santorini, call 011-30-22860-31809 or 011-30-22860-34172 or visit santorini-tamarix.com.

“‘The fabulous beaches and beautiful deep blue water of the Aegean Sea,’ are what attracts Behmoiras—not to mention that the island is known for its bars, restaurants and cosmopolitan nightlife.”

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Watching this man surrounded by the peacefulness of Yellowstone, so elegantly casting and pulling back the line left me with this deep sense that if I could be in his place, I could experience some one-on-one time with God.â&#x20AC;?

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FLY-FISHING IN YELLOWSTONE PARK Candi Montaperto, Production Director

ogi Bear and his little side- Though we can’t imagine why anyone kick Boo Boo aren’t the only would linger in their room for too long ones who love Yellowstone given the majesty of the region. This is true casual elegance with a National Park. Montaperto dreams of fly-fishing at one farm-to-table gourmet restaurant that of America’s best-known national treasures. features fare created from fresh, organic, Montaperto draws her inspiration locally sourced ingredients prepared in an from a TV special she saw on the sport more than 20 years ago and has dreamed of going ever since. “Watching this one man surrounded by the majesty and peacefulness of Yellowstone, so elegantly casting and pulling back the line in such a way that looked like something out of the film, ‘Fantasia,’ left me with this deep sense that if I could be in his place, that I could experience some real one-on-one personal time with God.” The fact that she’s “a bit afraid of the water” and has never fished a day in her life is no deterrent. In fact, Montaperto has even scoped out her dream place to stay: Yellowstone Valley Lodge. It’s easy to see why. The lodge bills itself as “a small, off-thebeaten-path collection of contemporary cabins and one exceptional gourmet restaurant, tucked along the banks of the Yellowstone MAJESTIC BEAUTY: (Opposite Page) Emigrant Peak (This Page) Candi River on a ranch-style Montaperto; going fly-fishing; a property in the Paradise view from the cabins of Yellowstone Valley Lodge Valley of Montana.” From horseback riding to whitewater rafting, hiking and of course, fly-fishing, the lodge offers a variety of special packages. Accommodations range from cozy cabins to four-bedroom units that house up to eight guests, who will find scenic mountain views and a winding river just outside their front door. And while rooms ooze rustic charm, they’re hardly primitive with flat-screen televisions, open kitchen by Executive Cheff Marcos Wi-Fi and high thread-count linens. Mustain. And let’s not forget those hose sweeping views of the Absaroka Mountains. Of course being in Montana, the lodge isn’t open year-round. d Season runs ➤ For more information about from April through October and it’ss Yellowstone Valley Lodge, closed between November and March, ch, call 800-626-3526 or visit according to the lodge’s website. O yellowstonevalleylodge.com. DECEMBER 2013

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BREW FOR YOU: (Clockwise From Left) Scott Deal; Tryp Munchen City Center; the City Center’s Central Bar

CHUGGING BEER AT OKTOBERFEST IN GERMANY Scott Deal, Art Director

eal’s bucket list includes visiting Munich, Germany during Oktoberfest, with busty St. Pauli girls at his side pouring endless steins of icy cold beer (hey, he’s married but he’s allowed to look). If you’ve never been to the Munich Oktoberfest, here’s a little background: The largest fair of its kind in the world, the 16-day event takes place in October on the famous Theresienwiese, an open space located in the Munich borough of Ludwigsvorstadt-Isarvorstadt. Each year, more than 6 million revelers attend the Bavarian-style fest, dining on traditional foods such as

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Würstl (sausages), Steckerlfisch (grilled fish on a stick) and Brezen (pretzels), and, of course, drinking lots of brewski. Locals begin preparing for the big annual festival in June, when construction on booths, tents and the like starts and takes about three months to complete. Despite its raucous reputation, families are welcome at Oktoberfest and more than a few bring the kids outfitted in Tracht, the traditional Bavarian wear. There are carnival rides and child-friendly booths scattered throughout the grounds. Since Deal doesn’t have a particular venue in mind—just as long as beautiful women keep the brewski flowing, he’s a happy camper—we did his homework for him. Places to stay in Deutschland are plentiful and several have received good reviews. Tryp München City Center is located within walking distance of the Oktoberfest grounds and the staff speaks English, according to reviews. It’s near the legendary 16th-century Hofbräuhaus beer hall and in close proximity to parks, medieval alleyways and the riverfront. Guests can relax in English Gardens, enjoy Gothic architecture in Marienplatz or shop on pricey Maximilianstrasse Boulevard.

Not far away is Hotel Bavaria, a family-run, 3-star hotel that’s also close to Oktoberfest. The hotel has welcomed guests for more than 35 years and is just a short distance from the Theresienwiese U-Bahn (subway) station, which can take you to the city center and main train station in about five minutes. For something different, the Hotel Achterbahn is located in the heart of the city and offers eight themed rooms, ranging from ecstasy or angst, to enlightenment or elation. No doubt Dr. Ruth Westheimer would have insight there. O

➤ For more information about Tryp München City Center, call 800-468-3261 or visit tryphotels.com.

➤ For more information about Hotel Bavaria, call 011-4989-508079-0 or visit hotelbavaria.com.

➤ For more information about Hotel Achterbahn, call 011-49-160-8093791 or visit hotelachterbahn.de.

EXPLORING—AND SHOPPING—IN EGYPT Nicole Ruth, Director of Account Development

uth’s bucket list has her flying about 6,500 miles— and in many ways back in time—to Egypt. “Just the idea of going back in history and experiencing all the pyramids, the Nile River, the Sphinx and all its ancient ruins, museums with mummies and encrusted jewels, would be an experience of a lifetime,” Ruth says. Her dream destination: Mena House in Cairo. It was built for Khedive Ismail of Egypt and Sudan as a hunting lodge, and throughout the years has played host to royalty, heads of state and a number of celebrities—from Arthur Conan Doyle of “Sherlock Holmes” fame in the late 1800s, to Salma Hayek, Susan Sarandon and Bill Gates in the 21st century.

take a riverboat cruise down the Nile River, take a layover at the five-star Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, which inspired Agatha Christie’s “Death on the Nile,” ride a camel, take private museum tours, check out the International Film Festival (“Who knows, I may be asked to star in a film,” she quips) and shop in Cairo. “I would wander through the souks (marSHOP LIKE AN EGYPTIAN: kets) taking in the sights, (From Top) An outdoor market; Nicole Ruth; a view of sounds and smells. I Mena House; alfresco private would come home with dining at Mena House a cartouche (painted papyrus scrolls embellished with hieroglyphics), carpets, leather goods… Before boarding a plane for home, I would also stop at The Wekalet El-Balah

“Just the idea of going back in history and experiencing all the pyramids, the Nile River, the Sphinx and all its ancient ruins, museums with mummies and encrusted jewels, would be an experience of a lifetime.” Less than a half mile from the Great Pyramids of Giza in Cairo, the Mena House blends history with modern-day amenities, including one of the few golf courses in Egypt, an outdoor heated swimming pool, and a fully equipped spa and fitness center. It’s received numerous awards and accolades from Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes and others. Ruth says that while in Egypt she’d dine in fine restaurants and sip Turkish coffee. She’d spend her nights gambling in one of the many casinos, dancing at exclusive nightclubs and watching the exotic belly dancers for which the region is known. She’d have little time to relax, since she’d also

Market for beautiful fabrics and Egyptian cotton.” And on the way home? She’d finally get some sleep. O

➤ For more information about Mena House, call 011-20-233-77-3222 or visit menahousehotel.com.

➤ For more information about Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, call 011-20-972316000 or visit sofitel.com.

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LIFE’S A BEACH: (Left Page) Visitors at Necker Island can rent a catamaran or the Necker Nymph, a three-person submarine (This Page, Clockwise From Left) The view from a Beach Pavilion; a Great House master bedroom; Ronnie Kaufman

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Ronnie Kaufman, Account Manager

aufman’s bucket list includes a number of destinations, but she’s always favored Caribbean retreats for their “beautiful beaches, turquoise waters and picturesque sunsets,” she says. But one destination in particular inspired Kaufman enough to put it on her bucket list: Sir Richard Branson’s home and favorite hideaway, Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands. It’s what Kaufman calls a “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous destination” where relaxation and serenity are the order of the day—and night. Although you can’t get a direct flight to Necker Island, it’s just a 35-minute flight from San Juan, Puerto Rico or about an hour-and-20-minute flight from Antigua. The 74-acre private island is surrounded by deep-blue oceans as far as the

eye can see. In fact, there’s not much else out there for miles and miles. And this delicious solitude is why guests love it. The island is home to six one-bedroom Bali houses, some on cliffs with plunge pools (naturally, Kaufman would reside in one of these). The Great House, which has eight bedrooms, recently reopened after a two-year renovation (it nearly burned down in a 2011 fire) and includes an ultraluxe 1,500-square-foot master suite with a stunning panoramic view. And check this out: If you feel like a quick dip in the Caribbean Sea before lunch, simply hop on the zip-line that takes you from the Great House terrace all

➤ For more information about Necker Island, call 212-9943070 or 284-393-3000, or visit neckerisland.virgin.com.

the way down to the sandy white beach. Fine food and drink are highlights at the all-inclusive resort, where guests are treated to Champagne, fine wines and meals prepared by Michelin-trained chefs. The island is a favorite of celebrities and royalty alike. The late Princess Diana once vacationed here with sons William and Harry. Kaufman can travel alone or take the whole family since the resort can sleep up to 30 adults and there’s also a bunkroom that accommodates up to six kids. By day she can relax at the beach or pool, or play tennis on one of two courts. There are also plenty of water sports. In case you were wondering, the Great House costs a mere 40,000 pounds per night—that’s $64,344 in American dollars. We’re just guessing here, but Kaufman may have to take on a second job to fulfill her dream. O DECEMBER 2013

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SUGAR BABY: (Clockwise From Left) Felicia S. Levine; The Chocolate Boutique Hotel; a decadent turndown service

SAVORING SINFUL SWEETS IN THE UK Felicia S. Levine, Editor

nyone who knows Levine knows her one weakness in life is chocolate. Had Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory been a real place, we’re fairly certain she’d own stock in it. But Levine’s also an Anglophile— fond of the English culture—so it’s no surprise her dream is to visit newly opened The Chocolate Boutique Hotel, which bills itself as “the only chocolatethemed hotel in the UK and the world.” The exclusive family-run boutique hotel is the brainchild of chocolatier Gerry Wilson, and his wife, Roo, who became involved in the chocolate business in 2001. The hotel, which isn’t itself made of chocolate (much to Levine’s chagrin), but from a converted bed and breakfast, is located in the resort town of Bournemouth’s fashionable Soho Quarter. 118

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Named one of the Top Six Novelty Hotels in the world by Sunday Times Travel Magazine, it offers 13 chocolatethemed bedrooms with names such as “Seventy Percent” the “Cocoa Bean” and the “Chocolate Truffle Suite.” Upon arrival, you’ll be led to the kitchen to test out the sweets and during your stay, you’ll have the chance to paint your own portrait in—what else?—chocolate. The quaint hotel also offers chocolate workshops (learn how to make decadent Belgian truffles), romantic chocolate weekends (Champagne and strawberries, anyone?), chocolate sleepover pajama parties (includes a wine tasting), chocolate kids’ parties (chocolate pizza and lollipops)… and more. Just about everything here incorporates the sweet stuff, including a Chocolate Bar, which specializes in a decadent chocolate martini. Rooms are stocked daily with chocolates, but if you still

haven’t satisfied your sweet tooth when it’s time to turn in, there’s a chocolate fountain located at the base of every bed—talk about having sweet dreams. The hotel is just a five-minute walk from Bournemouth’s vibrant town center, brimming with shops, cafes, pubs and cultural venues, and award-winning beaches (said to be Southern England’s cleanest). Festivals are held throughout the year, including an elaborate Christmas fair inspired by traditional German markets with crepe stands, mulled wine, beer gardens and holiday sweets galore. The only thing missing from this chocoholic’s dream trip are the Oompa Loompas. O

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CULTURALLY RICH: (Clockwise From Left) Ralph Behmoiras; The Regent Beijing; the Great Wall of China

Ralph Behmoiras, Chief Operating Officer

ehmoiras says the sites of one of the world’s oldest civilizations have always intrigued him. From the Forbidden City to the Great Wall, the Terracotta Soldiers to the Yangtze River—China’s rich history and culture makes it among the most fascinating places in the world to visit. It’s not just China’s past that interests Behmoiras, but also its present.

things that strikes you about China is just how crowded it is—then again it is home to 1.3 billion people with nearly one out of every five people on Earth living there. But for the most part they are very friendly and welcoming of Westerners. Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong are where East meets West. Beijing, the capital, is a fast-changing modern city and home to the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and the Great Wall.

notch hotels here. Three recommended by Condé Nast Traveler (all Readers’ Choice winners) include the Regent Beijing, which readers call a “first-class high-rise” just a quick ride from Tiananmen Square; The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong, an Art Deco-style hotel that fills the top floors of a 58-story financial district building;

“I am impressed by how China has transformed itself from a Third World country to a world leader in just a few decades. I want to learn more about this culture since their impact on the world economy and politics will only continue to grow.” “I am impressed by how China has transformed itself from a Third World country to a world leader in just a few decades,” says Behmoiras, who adds that his late grandmother visited China shortly after the late President Richard Nixon’s trip there and raved about it. “I want to learn more about this culture since their impact on the world economy and politics will only continue to grow.” China is an interesting mix of old and new; while modern ways have crept in, traditional ways remain. Visitors will find many four- and fivestar hotels in the big cities. One of the first

Shanghai is located in Central-Eastern and Kowloon Shangri-La in Hong Kong, China and its name means “City by the Sea.” which is located on the harbor with great Today it’s an important business center, but access to Kowloon and views of Hong you’ll also find places such as the Yuyuan Kong Island. O Garden, where vendors sell their wares and food to tourists and locals. ➤ For more information about The Regent Hong Kong, located at Beijing, call 011-86-10-8522-1888 or visit the edge of the South Chiregenthotels.com. na Sea is home to the most ➤ For more information about The Ritz-Carlton skyscrapers in the world Shanghai, Pudong, call 011-86-21-2020-1888 and so dense with buildor visit ritzcarlton.com. ings it’s the epitome of the new China. ➤ For more information about Kowloon ShangriThere are some topLa, call 852-2721-2111 or visit Shangri-la.com. DECEMBER 2013

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PARTY PEOPLE! Star Event Planner Colin Cowie Shares Tips For

A Holiday Soiree That Sizzles

BY SUSAN R. MILLER

hen Oprah Winfrey threw a birthday bash for legendary actor Sidney Poitier her go-to man was Colin Cowie. When actress Alyssa Milano and Hollywood agent David Bugliari wanted a wedding far from the Hollywood glitz, instead opting for a romantic, rustic setting, they called Cowie. When management at Atlantis The Palm, a resort in Dubai, decided to throw a party for 2,500 people from across the globe to celebrate the opening of its newest property… ditto. And let’s not forget Cowie’s events for Jennifer Aniston, Tom Cruise, Jennifer Lopez and Kim Kardashian.

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South African-born, jet-setting party planner to the stars, Cowie is known for his lavish, no-detail-left-untouched celebrations. It’s as if Champagne and confetti were coursing through his veins. From his home base in New York City, to his office in Los Angeles, and just about everywhere in between, Cowie is always looking ahead to his next project. He came to the United States at the age of 23 with $400 and big dreams. He quickly rose from catering small parties to designing events. Since his early days he’s written several books, including “Colin Cowie Chic” and “Effortless

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Elegance,” and become a television personality. He’s also got his line of products sold on the Home Shopping Network, which often brings him to the West Coast of Florida where HSN’s studios are located. We first met with Cowie in December 2006, when he shared his coveted party tips. So for our anniversary—and because who better to share invaluable entertaining advice?—we caught up with him again. This time, he was in town just prior to Thanksgiving working on a wedding for a client he described as a “Palm Beach socialite.” Cowie is no name dropper. “I met the couple in the Bahamas and we ended up becoming friends and she asked me to do the wedding for them,” he explains in his charming South African accent. “It’s a beautiful

“The most important ingredients for me are great food, a wellstocked bar, great music and a well-rounded guest list,” he says about what makes a perfect party. For those with significantly smaller budgets, it’s good to know that for Cowie “style has nothing to do with money,” and “it’s not about what you spend, but how you spend it.” A good host or hostess, he says, will make sure their guests have plenty of delicious cuisine and it doesn’t have to be expensive. The key, he says, is to make sure the menu is well thought out from start to finish. He’s got all the tips, Cowie does. For example, to create a show-stopping holiday party, consistency in design is key. “It’s important to come up with a big picture so that you have a thread of style from the front door to the back door.” From the wreath to matching ornaments, matching garland, matching centerpieces, right on down to matching gift wrap, Cowie says it’s important to create a color scheme that can weave its way throughout your home so you present a cohesive story. A beautiful setting lets guests know you cared enough to make the effort. “Maya Angelou said: ‘I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you make them feel.’ That’s one of the most important things I do when planning a party. It’s all about attention to detail,” the 51-year-old says. Color plays an important part of any soiree and Cowie is always on top of the year’s trend, which in 2013 is emerald green. Perfect for Cowie, the wizard of oohs and aahs. He’s incorporated it in his ornament collection, table linens and other accessories, and not just for the holidays, but numerous parties and weddings he’s coordinated. And when it comes to dining? Consider nixing the buffet, he says. “The idea of all of this food on one table and piled onto one plate brings out the vulture syndrome because there’s a fear it won’t be there when I come back so the plate ends up looking like Kilimanjaro,” says Cowie.

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wedding with an enchanted garden; a winter wedding, very romantic and mystical.” Just about every day is a party for Cowie, but his favorite time of year is Thanksgiving. At press time, he was planning a celebration at his home in New York with family and friends before preparing to jet back to South Africa for Christmas. And while he’s known for planning star-studded (translation: expensive) affairs for discerning clients, Cowie produces events for all budgets. “You just get to read about the ones with the higher budgets,” he quips. “People think we only deal with the rich and famous, but we have a big company and we can deal with all kinds of clients.”

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The Party Scoop Colin Cowie Entertains Our Questions What are the pros and cons of hosting a party at home? “One of the biggest pros is that it allows you to make a personal statement. There’s nothing better than having a party or wedding where you grew up or where you started your life— there is always a connection. One of the downfalls is the wear and tear on the property. It takes several days of trucks and traffic. The grass gets burned, the trash piles high, the neighbors get upset.”

What should we consider when planning an outdoor event? “God rules when it comes to weather. If you are on the East Coast or live in the tropics, have a solid Plan B, because you’re probably going to need it. In Florida, we don’t know what will happen in the next few minutes.”

Which types of invitations are best—electronic or paper? “Your choice. If you’re younger or on a budget then do paperless. If it’s formal, you may want to do printed.”

How do you feel about holiday weddings? “It can be New Year’s or the Fourth of July, but don’t plan around Thanksgiving or Christmas because now you’re asking people to make a choice between their family and your wedding.”

What are your thoughts about inviting kids to a party? “If it’s a formal event children should not be invited. If it’s informal, or a family event, make sure there are videos, games or someone there to play with the kids.”

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“I don’t like punch bowls. People sneeze, bugs get thirsty.”

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Instead, he recommends what he calls “curated food stations.” One might have two pastas, a risotto and a Sauvignon Blanc; another might have a carving station with sirloin steak, crusted potatoes and “a fabulous red wine.” Serving with smaller plates, Cowie says, “Allows your guests to have these wonderful curated experiences.” Add a table with a selection of cheeses and ports, or some salami, ham and other dried meats, and you have “a much more elegant approach to food.” Every year a different food fad emerges. Last year it was truffles, notes Cowie. This year kale—one of the so-called super foods—is the new chic veggie. It’s perfect for serving to a health-conscious crowd and not just as a garnish. Cowie suggests shredding it finely and serving it with Caesar dressing, or wilted and topped with vinaigrette. “You can serve it with pears, candied walnuts or cranberries for a bit of tartness,” he adds. And don’t skimp on the drinks, which are just as important as the food, and should be meticulously thought out. Having just red or white wine “is boring,” says Cowie. While he prefers a mixologist, if that’s not in your budget invest in a large beverage server—the kind with a spout for easy pouring. Put out a tray with glasses and a few garnishes and guests can help themselves.

“I don’t like punch bowls,” he quips. “People sneeze, bugs get thirsty.” Another key to a great party—and one people often overlook—is timing. It’s everything, Cowie says. The key to any successful event is keeping the energy up and the party moving along. “I do cocktails for 25 minutes to an hour and then I like to serve dinner for one-and-a-half to two hours and then allow people to dance and have fun,” he says. When asked about his “strangest party request,” Cowie says he doesn’t do strange. “If it’s not going to be tasteful or elegant, then it’s not meant for me. When you hire someone to plan an event it’s an intimate experience. You are asking them to understand what is your DNA, who you are and how they can bring that to life.” OK, how about the wildest party he’s ever had? “My 50th birthday in Mexico,” he says emphatically. “I had 222 friends come from 11 countries and 26 cities around the world, and (they) celebrated with me for four days. We had the most amazing time.” And, if the sky was the limit, what kind of a party would he throw? “I would take all of my friends to South Africa and throw them an incredible party while on safari. I think it’s one of the most beautiful things in the world to do.” O

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“I do cocktails for 25

minutes to an hour and then I like to serve dinner for one-and-a-half to two hours and then allow people to dance and have fun.”

PartyPlanning Dos & Don’ts Do focus on the senses—what will guests smell, touch, taste, feel and hear from the time they arrive to the time they leave. Do come up with an easy, failproof menu that will keep you dining with guests and not chained to the stove. Do make sure the music is low enough so that guests can speak to each other during dinner and then loud and energetic when it’s time to dance. Don’t put anything too tall on the table that prevents guests from seeing the person opposite them. It breaks the energy at the table. Do use candles—they make you look young, fabulous and glamorous. Do put the tables close together so that the energy from table one flows to table two which affects table three. Do select a centerpiece. It can be as simple as three floating candles in a big bowl of water. Don’t use white light. It makes you look like you just had an appointment with an oral hygienist. Do set up a beverage station and show guests where they can get something to drink. Don’t try to make 10 different kinds of drinks.

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FOODIE FÊTE: (Clockwise From Left) Guests enjoying last year’s Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival; Chef Daniel Boulud; “Chopped” host Ted Allen; Chef Robert Irvine

DECADENT FUN

2013 Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival Sure To Satisfy All Culinary Cravings he Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival returns for its seventh year with a high-profile chef lineup sure to whet your appetite. The five-day festival kicks off December 13 with its opening reception, Daniel & Friends, featuring small plates, inventive cocktails and hors d’oeuvres prepared by Chef Daniel Boulud and his Cafe Boulud team. Other events showcase the culinary genius of acclaimed Pastry Chef Johnny Iuzzini, James Beard Award winner Todd English, Sundy House Executive Chef Lindsay Autry, James Beard Award winner Michael Schwartz, “Chopped” Judge

Marc Murphy and others. New this year: Kids Kitchens, a 90-minute cooking demonstration and class for children led by author and Food Network star Robert Irvine and Pastry Chef and Rising Star Chef Award winner Christina Tosi; and Cloud 9, the festival’s new after-party featuring single-bite desserts courtesy of Chefs Iuzzini and Tosi and Sugar Monkey Owner/Chef Jennifer Reed. Another new event, the Cypress Room Tea, will be hosted by Chef Schwartz and acclaimed Chefs Hedy Goldsmith and Roel Alcudia. And pastry aficionados will want to wander to Pistache French Bistro, where Lunch with

Payard will be led by French Pastry Chef Francois Payard. Also on the menu: An afternoon pool party at Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach; Chillin’ N’ Grillin, with Food Network “Chopped” host Ted Allen; Southern Comfort: A Hair of the Dog Experience at Swank Specialty Produce; and The Last Supper, featuring powerhouse Chefs Todd English, David Burke and Clay Conley. Finally, one of the most popular events is the Seventh Annual Grand Tasting at 150 Worth, featuring nearly 100 chefs, restaurants, mixologists, sommeliers and vendors culminating in the ultimate Grand Chef Throwdown Competition.

“The 2013 lineup offers a collection of world-class talent and exclusive venues, ideal for wine and food enthusiasts,” says festival organizer David Sabin. Five charities will be recipients of the event’s net proceeds: American Red Cross, Palm Beaches—Treasure Coast Region, Feeding South Florida, James Beard Foundation, Share Our Strength, and Alex’s Lemonade Stand. A festival-funded scholarship from the James Beard Foundation will also be awarded to a student. O For more information, call 855-428-7849 or visit pbfoodwinefest.com. -Alyssa Ruane

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RED-NOSE REINDEER CUPCAKES Who wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enjoy receiving a pair of these festive little Rudolph-style treats? Buy sugar eyes at a craft or bake shop, or make your own with royal icing or buttercream. (Makes 12 cupcakes) INGREDIENTS 1 quantity basic cake mixture (see sidebar on page 148) 9 oz. dark/bittersweet chocolate, melted 12 red sugar dragees or candies 24 sugar eyes (or make your own) 24 salted pretzels REQUIRED TOOLS

12-hole cupcake pan filled with cupcake liners Whisk or handheld mixer Spatula or large spoon INSTRUCTIONS To make cupcakes: (see sidebar on page 148) To assemble: Spoon mixture into cupcake

liners and bake for 15-20 minutes until cakes spring back to the touch. Remove from oven; let cool on wire rack. Spread melted chocolate over the top of each cake using a round bladed knife. Before chocolate sets, place a red candy in the middle of each cake for the reindeerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nose and 2 sugar eyes above the nose. Cut away one curve of each pretzel to make them look like antlers; place 2 at the top of each cake. Let set before serving.

Nutcracker SWEETS } } FESTIVE HOLIDAY TREATS MAKE THE SEASON BRIGHT

One of the best parts about the holidays is the open season on eating all the decadent treats that are usually dietary taboos. If you enjoy whipping up your own desserts, you’ll find irresistible recipes in Ryland Peters & Small’s “Christmas Cupcakes & Cookies,” which is jam-packed with sugary goodies. Go ahead and eat that gingerbread brownie. You’ll diet in January.

GINGERBREAD BROWNIES These rich, warmly spiced brownies taste even better when made a day or two before you plan to serve them. The only challenge: not eating them all first. (Makes 16 brownies)

INGREDIENTS FOR BROWNIES 9 ½ oz. dark/bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1½ sticks butter, diced 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 2 tsp. ground ginger ¼ tsp. ground nutmeg

Pinch of hot chili powder Pinch of salt 2 oz. crystallized ginger ¾ cup, plus 1 tbsp. dark brown soft sugar 2 tbsp. light corn syrup 1 tbsp. molasses 4 eggs ½ cup slivered almonds, chopped Edible gold sprinkles INGREDIENTS FOR CHOCOLATE GANACHE 5 oz. dark/bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped 12⁄3 cup double/heavy cream 1 tbsp. light brown sugar Pinch of salt REQUIRED TOOLS

8-inch square baking pan, lined with greased parchment paper INSTRUCTIONS For the gingerbread brownies: Preheat

Gingerbread Brownies

oven to 325°F. Put chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water. Stir until smooth and thoroughly combined. Leave to cool slightly. Sift together flour, all the spices and salt. Finely chop the

crystallized ginger. Lightly whisk the sugar, syrup, molasses and eggs until combined. Add melted chocolate mixture; fold in until combined. Stir almonds and half the chopped ginger into the bowl. Fold in the sifted dry ingredients. Pour mixture into the prepared baking pan, spread level and bake on middle shelf of the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove from oven and leave to cool completely in the pan. When cold, remove brownies from the pan, wrap in plastic wrap and leave overnight before frosting. For the chocolate ganache: Pour chocolate into a small heatproof bowl. Heat the cream and sugar in a small saucepan until the sugar dissolves and the cream is just boiling. Add the salt. Pour it over the chopped chocolate and leave to melt. Stir until smooth, then leave to cool and thicken slightly before using. Spread ganache over the top of brownies, score with the tines of a fork to make a diagonal pattern, then cut into 16 squares. Scatter the rest of the chopped ginger and a few gold sprinkles on top.

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PEPPERMINT BARK CUPCAKES This American traditional candy features a delicious mix of chocolate and peppermint. It makes a tasty, festive topper for these chocolate chip cupcakes. (Makes 12)

RECIPES You’ll Need

INGREDIENTS 1 quantity basic cake mixture (see sidebar at left) 2 tbsp. cocoa powder, sifted 3½ oz. milk chocolate chips 9 oz. white chocolate 1 tsp. peppermint essence 4 candy canes, crushed

Peppermint Bark Cupcakes

BASIC CAKE MIXTURE INGREDIENTS 1 stick butter, softened ½ cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1 cup self-rising flour, sifted 2 tbsp. buttermilk 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1 tsp. ground mixed spice 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 2 heaping tbsp. golden raisins REQUIRED TOOLS Hand mixer Spatula or large spoon

JOLLY PENGUINS COOKIES These fanciful cookies are fun to make with the kids. If penguin-shaped cutters are difficult to find, try drawing the shapes on parchment paper and using them as templates. (Makes 12 cookies) INGREDIENTS Vanilla cookie dough (see sidebar at left) Icing/confectioners’ sugar for dusting 3½ oz. orange rolled fondant (see sidebar on page 150) Edible glue 9 oz. black rolled fondant 3½ oz. white rolled fondant 3½ oz. red rolled fondant REQUIRED TOOLS

Parchment paper template (optional) Rolling pin Knife Toothpick

INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350°F. Put the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl and beat together using a whisk or handheld mixer until light and creamy. Add eggs and beat again. Fold in flour, buttermilk and vanilla using a spatula or a large spoon. Fold the spices and golden raisins into the cake mixture using a spatula or large spoon.

Jolly Penguins Cookies

REQUIRED TOOLS

VANILLA COOKIE DOUGH INGREDIENTS 2½ cups plain/allpurpose flour 1¼ cups self-rising flour Pinch of salt 2 sticks unsalted butter at room temperature 2 ⁄3 cup unrefined superfine sugar 1 egg yolk 1 tsp. vanilla extract REQUIRED TOOLS Hand mixer Cookie cutter Rolling pin Lined baking sheet

INSTRUCTIONS Sift the flours and salt into a mixing bowl and set aside. Cream the butter

and sugar in another bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until they are fully incorporated. Add the flours and mix everything together until all the flour is incorporated and the mixture forms a dough. Stop mixing as soon as the flour is incorporated. Put the dough in a sealable food bag and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour. Roll out the cookie dough on a clean, lightly floured work surface using a rolling pin. Stamp out as many cookies as you can from the dough with a cookie cutter of your choice. Put the cookies on a lined baking sheet and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400°F. Bake for 12-16 minutes until the cookies are golden and smell done.

12-hole cupcake pan filled with cupcake liners INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 350°F. Fold cocoa and chocolate chips into the cake mixture. Spoon mixture into the cupcake liners and bake for 15-20 minutes until cakes spring back to the touch. Remove from oven and cool the cakes on a wire rack. Break white chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl over a pan of barely simmering water. Allow the chocolate to melt, stirring occasionally; mix in the peppermint essence. Finely chop candy canes into small pieces. Spoon the melted white chocolate over tops of each cupcake and spread out with a round bladed knife. Sprinkle with the candy cane pieces and leave to set before serving.

INSTRUCTIONS For vanilla cookie dough:

(See sidebar at left) For coloring rolled fondant:

(See sidebar on page 150) For decorating: Dust a clean work

surface with icing/confectioners’ sugar and roll out the orange rolled fondant. Cut out the feet using a parchment paper template (if usContinued on page 150

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T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

The names will bring you in… but the food will bring you back!

Vic & Angelo’s serves up delectable, rustic Italian cuisine, including soul-satisfying house-made pastas, crispy, thin-crust pizzas, refreshing salads, fresh fish and seafood, and enticing veal and chicken dishes, in a warm and welcoming setting.

The Office is a modern American gastropub that serves delicious, gourmet comfort food, in a setting reminiscent of a luxurious home office. Menu favorites include an array of juicy burgers, inventive salads, swell sandwiches, wonderful appetizers and mouthwatering seafood, chicken and beef entrees.

• Lunch & Dinner Served Daily • • Early & Late Happy Hour at Indoor & Outdoor Bars • • Brunch Served Saturday & Sunday • • Indoor and Outdoor Dining •

• Lunch & Dinner Served Daily • • Early & Late Happy Hour at Indoor & Outdoor Bars • • Dine Indoors or on the Patio •

290 E. Atlantic Ave. • Delray Beach • 561-278-9570 4520 PGA Blvd. • Palm Beach Gardens • 561-630-9899 vicandangelos.com

201 E. Atlantic Ave. • Delray Beach • 561-276-3600 theofficedelray.com

How To Work With Rolled Fondant Work the icing between your fingers until it is pliable. Try not to use your palms, as they will make the icing sticky. y. To color the icing, put some food coloring ng on a toothpick and put it in the icing, then en knead the icing until the color is fully blended ended with no streaks. Roll the icing out on a clean work surface dusted with confectioners’ sugarr to a 1⁄8inch thickness. Then cut the icing into your our chosen

Polka-Dot Parcels Cookies

shapes using a cookie cutter or ssharp knife. nife. To get cake, alternatively the icing to stick to a cookie or ca ternatively brush it with edible glue using a damp brush. If the cookie spreads a little in the oven, lightly roll over the icing to stretch it to the str edges of the cookie cook or cake. Finally, run your finger ng around the edge

POLKA-DOT PARCELS COOKIES These colorful cookies make lovely holiday gifts. If you don’t have time to make fondant bows, try covering the cookies with rolled fondant and tying real ribbons around them. (Makes 12 cookies)

of the icing ici to smooth it on for a perfect finish. per

ing) and a sharp knife. Attach orange rolled fondant to cookies using edible glue; mark indents on the feet with a toothpick. Roll out some black rolled fondant; cut out penguins’ bodies using the parchment paper template (if using) and a sharp knife. Attach to the cookies and gently roll over each cookie to make them fit. Roll out the white fondant and cut out oval shapes using a sharp knife for the penguins’ tummies. Attach them to the cookies. Roll out the red rolled fondant and cut out hats. Attach a hat to each of the cookies. To make the eyes, roll 2 small balls of white rolled fondant between your fin150

gers and flatten. Attach them to the cookies and stick 2 tiny balls of coo black rolled fondant to them for the pupils. To make the beaks, roll a ball of orange rolled fondant between your fingers. Pinch one end of the ball to make a triangle shape and flatten. Attach to the cookies. To finish the hats, roll a ball of white rolled fondant between your fingers and attach one to the top of each hat to make a bobble. Roll a thin sausage of white rolled fondant and cut it into small pieces for the trim of the hats. Attach them to the cookies and mark lines along each piece of trim with a toothpick to give it some texture.

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INGREDIENTS Vanilla cookie dough (see sidebar on page 148) Icing/confectioners’ sugar for dusting 7 oz. white rolled fondant (see sidebar at left) 7 oz. red rolled fondant Edible glue

Cut out squares of rolled fondant the same size as the cookies. Cover the cookies with polka-dot rolled fondant; make the polka-dots by rolling small balls of colored fondant between your fingers, squishing them onto the white icing and using a rolling pin to incorporate them into the icing. Roll out more red rolled fondant to a 1⁄8-inch thickness and cut strips of icing about 3⁄8 inches wide. Attach 2 strips to each cookie to make the ribbons. Gently fold the red fondant strips into bows. Attach the ribbon tails to the middle of the cookies and stick the bows on top. O

REQUIRED TOOLS

Square cookie cutter Rolling pin Knife INSTRUCTIONS For the vanilla cookie dough:

(See sidebar on page 148) For coloring rolled fondant:

(See sidebar at left) For decorating: Dust a clean work sur-

face with icing/confectioners’ sugar.

“Christmas Cupcakes & Cookies” is published by Ryland Peters & Small. It retails for $16.95 and is available at rylandpeters. com or wherever books are sold.

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REPEAT PERFORMANCE Vic & Angelo’s Italian Cuisine Will Have You Craving Seconds BY LINDA HAASE hen you enter Vic & Angelo’s the cornucopia of aromas is so tantalizing you’ll be tempted to order one of everything. And while perusing the vast menu, fresh hot garlic bread dusted with shaved parmesan arrives, providing a hint of the deliciousness created in the kitchen. No matter what you choose, Executive Chef Erick Miranda and his staff at this Delray Beach hotspot deliver the finest in Italian fare. The eatery, which is owned by restaurateur John Rosatti, makes its mission clear on its website: “To transform the American approach to fine Italian dining into a memorable experience that pays homage to the authentic culinary traditions of Italy.” This includes using San Marzano tomatoes imported from Naples, Italy and pizza dough made with water imported from New

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York (the secret ingredient of the best pizza). The ambiance is certainly conducive to a delightful meal: Comfy chairs, red Venetian chandeliers, brick walls and mahogany floors impart a rustic Italian vibe that invites guests to linger, whether eating in the dining room, at the indoor/ outdoor bar or alfresco. But back to the food: We suggest you start with the Old School Kobe Beef Meatball, 10 oz. of scrumptious veal, Kobe beef and pork, topped with homemade sauce and whipped ricotta, peppers and basil (the slivers of roasted garlic are the pièce de résistance). This just may be the world’s biggest meatball—and certainly the best we’ve tried. Seafood fans will want to try the Oreganata Trio, a trinity of succulent lobster, shrimp and calamari dusted with Italian breadcrumbs

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and a splash of lemon. The Roasted Sea Bass, perfectly cooked and seasoned, was artfully presented atop sweet potato smash and spinach, and topped with a creamy Lobster Nage sauce. We didn’t think anything could top these stellar culinary delights—until we tried the signature FourCheese Pear Tortelloni, plump pasta filled with melt-in-your-mouth cheese and pears, and topped with a luxurious truffle cream sauce. Seriously decadent and delicious. For an indulgent dessert, we recommend the Venetian Cake, a towering slice of moist vanilla cake, topped with meringue. Our chocolate fix was assured with the Black Forest Cake, made even sweeter with rich cherry sauce and chocolate shavings. Warning: these are seriously huge pieces of cake—

FEAST YOUR EYES: (Clockwise From Left) The intimate dining room; the welcoming exterior; Lobster and Linguine Cioppino; V & A Ravioli

one slice is enough to share. Since it’s impossible to order everything on the menu—unless you bring dozens of friends—we can suggest only one solution: Return for another visit. Soon. O

where Vic & Angelo’s is located at 290 East Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. For more information, call 561-278-9570 or visit vicandangelos.com.

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AMERICAN/STEAKHOUSES

BONEFISH GRILL Shoppes at

CHOPS LOBSTER BAR 101

THE GRILLE ON CONGRESS

ABE & LOUIE’S Glades Plaza

Boca Grove ❘ 21065 Powerline Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.483.4949 ❘ Lunch Sunday, Dinner nightly.

Plaza Real South ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.2675 ❘ Dinner nightly.

5101 Congress Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.912.9800 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner Monday-Saturday.

❘ 2200 W. Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.447.0024 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday,

Dinner nightly, Sunday Brunch.

BREWZZI Glades Plaza ❘

ATLANTIC GRILLE Seagate Hotel

2222 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.2739 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

& Spa ❘ 1000 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.665.4900 ❘ Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday. BISTRO N Nordstrom at Town

Center at Boca Raton ❘ Second Floor ❘ 5820 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.620.3286 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Monday-Sunday. BISTRO 241 241 N.E. Second

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.330.4080 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. BOGART’S BAR & GRILLE

Cinemark Palace 20 ❘ 3200 Airport Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.3044 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

BURT & MAX’S Delray

Marketplace ❘ 9089 W. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.6380 ❘ Lunch and Brunch SaturdaySunday, Dinner daily. BUTCHER BLOCK GRILL Foun-

tains Center ❘ 7000 West Camino Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561-409-3035 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. THE CAPITAL GRILLE Town Center ❘ 6000 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.1077 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

TWO GEORGES AT THE COVE MARINA 1754 S.E. Third Ct. ❘

Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.421.9272 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. CUT 432 432 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘

Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.9898 ❘ Dinner nightly. DADA 52 North Swinton Ave. ❘

Delray Beach ❘ 561.330.3232 ❘ Dinner nightly. FIFTH AVENUE GRILL 821

S.E. Fifth Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. 561.265.0122

GRAND LUX CAFE Town

Center ❘ 6000 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.2141 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

B I T E S/

HOUSTON’S 1900 N.W.

Executive Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.0550 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. J. ALEXANDER’S University Commons ❘ 1400 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.9875 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. KARMA SUSHI STEAKBAR

Mizner Park ❘ 346 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.3999 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

KEE GRILL 17940 N. Military Trail ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.995.5044 ❘ Dinner nightly.

Culinary Tours Offer Delicious Diversity

MARIPOSA Neiman Marcus

at Town Center ❘ 5860 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.2320 ❘ Lunch daily.

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Addison Place ❘ 16850 Jog Rd. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.1949 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

KATHY’S GAZEBO CAFE 4199 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.6033 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner Monday-Saturday.

HOLIDAY FLAVOR

ere’s a creative way to add flavor to your holidays: Embark on a multicultural culinary journey. Taste History Culinary Tours’ fourhour food-centric excursions through Lake Worth/Lantana and Delray Beach/Boynton Beach include great restaurants—and so much more. We’re talking about behind-thescenes looks at nonprofit cultural centers, art galleries, markets and urban farms in historic districts. As a bonus, participants often get the chance to schmooze with restaurateurs, local artists and others who define the culinary scene. But the deliciously diverse food is the best part: Tastings might include African-American, Southern-American, Brazilian, Caribbean, Greco-Roman, Italian, English, French, French-Ca-

HENRY’S The Shoppes at

MAX’S GRILLE Mizner Park ❘ 404 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.0080 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

HAPPY HOST: Sara DeVries of Marianne Gourmet Shop, a stop on the Delray Beach/ Boynton Beach food tour

MAX’S HARVEST 169 N.E.

Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly, Brunch Saturday-Sunday. 561.381.9970

MORTON’S, THE STEAKHOUSE

nadian, Irish, Australian, Hungarian, Turkish, Ancient Mexican, farm-to-table or organic. Each outing is different. Hungry for adventure? Tours cost $40 per person (free for kids under 18 when accompanied by an adult) and take place on Saturdays year-round. This month’s tours are scheduled to take place on Decem-

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ber 14 (Lake Worth/Lantana), December 21 (Delray Beach/Boynton Beach) and December 28 (Delray Beach/Boynton Beach). For more information, call 561243-2662 or visit tastehistoryculinarytours.org. – Linda Haase

The Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5050 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.7724 ❘ Dinner nightly. NEW YORK PRIME 2350 N.W.

Executive Center Dr. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.

561.998.3881

OCEANS 234 234 N. Ocean Blvd. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.428.2539 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Sunday.

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Raton ❘ 561.544.8181 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

THE OFFICE 201 E. Atlantic

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.276.3600 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

MAI HIBACHI 4801 Linton Blvd.

❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.499.2766 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

PARK TAVERN 32 S.E. Second

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.265.5093 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

PEI WEI Fifth Avenue Shops ❘ 1914 N.E. Fifth Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561. 226.0290 7152 Beracasa Way ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.322.1001 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

THE PAVILION GRILLE 301

Yamato Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.912.0000 ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

P.F. CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO

RACKS DOWNTOWN EATERY & TAVERN Mizner Park ❘

University Commons ❘ 1400 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.3722 ❘ Lunch MondaySaturday, Dinner nightly.

402 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.1662 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. REBEL HOUSE 297 E. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.353.5888 ❘ Dinner nightly.

PINE GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT 1668 N.

Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.7534 ❘ Lunch MondaySaturday, Dinner nightly.

RED, THE STEAKHOUSE Wyndham Hotel ❘ 1901 N. Military Trail ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.353.9139 ❘ Dinner nightly.

RISE MODERN ASIAN CUISINE AND SUSHI 6060

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE

Mizner Park ❘ 225 N.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.6746 ❘ Dinner nightly. SALT SEVEN 32 S.E. Second

Cod Noodles at Kapow! Noodle Bar

BUDDHA SKY BAR 217 E.

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.274.7258 ❘ Dinner nightly.

Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.450.7557 ❘ Dinner nightly.

SEASONS 52 2300 N.W. Executive Center Dr. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.9952 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

BLUEFIN SUSHI THAI GRILL

SIX TABLES 112 N.E. Second St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.6260 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Saturday by reservation. SUNDY HOUSE 106 S. Swinton Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.5678 ❘ Lunch TuesdaySaturday, Dinner TuesdaySunday, Brunch Sunday. THE BUTCHER BLOCK GRILL 7000 W. Camino

Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.409.3035 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

861 Yamato Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.981.8986 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly. CAY DA VIETNAMESE 7400 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.0278 ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday. EURO FUSION RESTAURANT AND BAR (KOSHER) Wharfside

❘ 6877 S.W. 18th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner daily. Closed Friday night. 561.395.1109

FAH ASIAN BISTRO Boca Valley

Plaza ❘ 7461 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.241.0400 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

ASIAN/SUSHI HOUSE OF SIAM 25 N.E. ASIA SUSHI/WOK/GRILL (KOSHER) The Fountains ❘

7600 Camino Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8100 ❘ Lunch daily except Saturday, Dinner nightly except Friday and Saturday. 156

Second Ave., #116 ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly. 561.330.9191

JAPANGO Regency Court ❘

3011 Yamato Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘

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561.999.1263 Riverstone

Shoppes of Parkland ❘ 7367 N. State Road 7 ❘ Parkland ❘ 954.345.4268 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly. Delray Marketplace ❘ 14811Lyons Rd. ❘ #106 ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.9996 ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday, Dinner Friday-Saturday. KAO TONG 217 E. Palmetto

Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.2999 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Tuesday-Sunday. KAPOW! NOODLE BAR Mizner Park ❘ 431 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.7322 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. KIN NOODLE BAR 200 S.

Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch MondaySaturday, Dinner nightly. 561.361.8777

LA TRE 249 E. Palmetto Park

S.W. 18th St., #108 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.8808 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly. SAITO’S JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE 8841 Glades Rd. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.218.8788 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. SHINJU BUFFET 7875 Glades

Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.488.4040 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. SPICY GINGER 6020 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.3388 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Friday, Dinner Saturday-Sunday. STIR CRAZY FRESH ASIAN GRILL Town Center ❘ 6000 Glades

Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.7500 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. SUSHIGO 477 N. Federal Hwy. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.7888 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner ThursdaySunday.

LEMONGRASS ASIAN BISTRO

SUSHI RAY Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5250 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.394.9506 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

420 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.5050 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday Dinner nightly. 101 Plaza Real South ❘ Boca

SUSHI THAI 100 N.E. Second St. ❘ Boca Raton 561.750.4448 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.4568 ❘ Dinner nightly.

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NATURAL Our Angus beef is all-natural, free-range, e range grass-fed, grass fed and never ever frozen frozen, mi microwaved, or altered with hormones, chemicals, additives, or antibiotics. It tastes better and it’s better for you. Drop by and you’ll agree, it’s a mouthwatering recipe.

taste listings TEMPURA HOUSE The Reserve ❘

9858 Clint Moore Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.883.6088 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. UNCLE TAI’S The Shops at Boca

Center ❘ 5250 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.8806 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly. YAKITORI SAKE HOUSE

271 S.E. Mizner Blvd., #41 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.0087 ❘ Lunch and Dinner nightly. YAMA JAPANESE RESTAURANT

200 N.E. Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.266.9929 ❘ Lunch Monday-Thursday, Dinner daily. YOKOHAMA 9168 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.451.1707 60 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.9328 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

BARBECUE

CONTINENTAL

❘ 561.955.6001 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday.

BOHEME BISTRO 1118 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.4899 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

L’ETOILE 99 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.7000 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday, Brunch Sunday.

DORSIA RESTAURANT 5837 N.

MIMOSA Polo Shops ❘ 5030

Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.961.4156 ❘ Dinner daily.

Champion Blvd, #D3 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

FLEMING’S BISTRO 6060 S.W.

18th St., #103 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.1117 ❘ Dinner TuesdaySunday. JOSEF’S TABLE Polo Shops ❘

5030 Champion Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.353.2700 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

561.997.0027

CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL

GREEK

IT’S ALL GREEK The Reserve ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.620.0033 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

9704 Clint Moore Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.883.6337 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

LUCILLE’S BAD TO THE BONE BBQ Regency Court ❘ 3011 Yamato

OLIO BISTRO 42 S.E. Second

Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.9557 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.6633 ❘ Dinner Thursday-Saturday.

MISSISSIPPI SWEETS BBQ CO.

ST. TROPEZ 7860 Glades Rd. Suite

2399 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.394.6779 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday, Dinner Sunday.

MILOS TAVERNA 1600 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.6720 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

130 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.4119 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

TAVERNA KYMA 6298 N.

4997-B W. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.5155 ❘ Breakfast and Lunch, Monday-Saturday.

SHORTY’S BAR-B-Q The Reserve ❘ 9858 Clint Moore Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.0024 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

THE BOCA BEACH HOUSE 887 E. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.826.8850 ❘ Breakfast and Lunch Thursday-Tuesday. Closed Wednesday.

CARIBBEAN

FONDUE

CARIBBEAN GRILL 1332 N.W.

THE MELTING POT 5455 N.

Second Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily. 561.362.0161

OLD CALYPSO 900 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.279.2300 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly, Brunch Saturday-Sunday. ROCKSTEADY JAMAICAN BISTRO 2399 N. Federal Hwy. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.465.3167 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily 1179 S. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.910.1562 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday. 158

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BIERGARTEN Royal Palm Place ❘ 309 Via De Palmas #90 ❘ 561.395.7462 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

LE RIVAGE 450 N.E. 20th St. ❘

PA BBQ GRILL 1198 N. Dixie Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.416.7427 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

Second Ave. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch WednesdaySunday, Dinner daily, Brunch Sunday. 954.596.5840

Town Center ❘ 6000 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.2805 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

Delray Beach ❘ 561.265.0600 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday.

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ESTIA TAVERNA & BAR Royal Palm Place ❘ 507 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.245.8885 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

LA CIGALE 253 S.E. Fifth Ave. ❘

CAFFE LUNA ROSA 34 S. Ocean Blvd. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.274.9404 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.994.2828 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

Wharfside Plaza ❘ 6909 S.W. 18th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8838 ❘ Lunch Saturday-Sunday, Dinner nightly. CASA D’ANGELO 171 E. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.1703 ❘ Dinner nightly. DAVITO’S 19635 State Road 7 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.482.2323 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. DOMINICS 8177 W. Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.3186 Westwinds of Boca ❘ 9834 W. Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.6325 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. FERRARO’S 8208 Glades Rd. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.477.2750 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday. FRANK & DINO’S 718 S.

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Federal Hwy. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

CURRIES & MORE 217 E. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.2999 ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday. Closed Monday.

IL BACIO 29 S.E. Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.865.7785 ❘ Dinner Thursday-Saturday.

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JOSEPHINE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 5751 N. Federal

Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.988.0668 ❘ Dinner Wednesday-Monday.

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21065 Powerline Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ N.E. Sixth Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.7911 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

LA STELLA'S RESTAURANT 159 E. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.2081 ❘ Dinner MondaySaturday.

ARTURO’S 6750 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.7373 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

LA LUNA BISTRO The Polo Shoppes ❘ 5030 Champion Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.1165 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE The Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5050 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.3777 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

LA VILLETTA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 4351 N. Federal Hwy. ❘

BISTRO PROVENCE 2399 N.

Federal Hwy., #4 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.

561.368.2340

CARPE DIEM 110 E. Atlantic

Ave., #120 ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Sunday. 561.455.2140

CASIMIR BISTRO Royal Palm Place

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MAGGIANO’S 21090 St. Andrews Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.8244 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. MARIO’S OSTERIA 1400 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.239.7000 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

6370 N. State Rd 7 ❘ Coconut Creek ❘ 954.420.3100 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday. MARIO’S RISTORANTE & WINE BAR

MATTEO’S RESTAURANT 233 S. Federal Hwy.

❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.0773 ❘ Dinner nightly. MEATBALL ROOM Regency Court ❘ 3011 Yamato

Road, Suite A19 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561-409-4111 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. NICK’S NEW HAVEN-STYLE PIZZERIA & BAR 2240 N.W. 19th St., Suite 904 ❘ Boca

Raton ❘ 561.368.2900 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. NINO'S Fifth Avenue Shops ❘ 1930 N.E. Fifth Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.362.8990 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. PASTA FEVER 4251 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.0012 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Friday, Dinner nightly. Closed Monday. PELLEGRINO'S RISTORANTE 3360 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.5520 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Sunday. PICCOLINO RESTAURANT 78 S. Federal

Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.8858 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday. POSITANO 4400 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.2920 ❘ Dinner nightly. RAFFAELE RISTORANTE Royal Palm Place ❘ 508 Via De Palmas ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.1110 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Saturday, Closed Sunday-Monday. RENZO’S OF BOCA 5999 N. Federal Hwy. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.994.3495 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly. RISTORANTE SAPORI Royal Palm Place ❘ 99

Royal Palm Place ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.367.9779 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly. SAPORISSIMO 366 E. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.2333 ❘ Dinner nightly. Closed Monday. TABLE 42 KITCHEN & WINE BAR Royal Palm

Place ❘ 399 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

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taste listings TRAMONTI 119 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.1944 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly. TRATTORIA ROMANA 499 E. Palmetto Park

Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.6715 ❘ Dinner nightly. TUCCI'S FIRE N COAL PIZZA 50 N.E. First

Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.620.2930 ❘ Lunch TuesdaySaturday, Dinner nightly. VIC & ANGELO’S 290 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘

Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.9570 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday. VILLAGIO ITALIAN EATERY Mizner Park ❘ 344 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.447.2257 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. VILLA ROSANO The Reserve ❘ 9858 Clint

Moore Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.470.0112 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly. VINO WINE BAR AND ITALIAN TAPAS 114 N.E. Second St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.869.0030 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

LATIN AZUCAR CUBAN CAFE Boca/Ray Plaza ❘ 4900 Linton Blvd. Suite 14 ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.495.4427 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Friday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday. CUBAN CAFE RESTAURANT 3350 N.W.

Boca Raton Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.8860 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly. Closed Sunday. CABANA RESTAURANT 105 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.274.9090 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. PADRINO’S Mission Bay Plaza ❘ 20455 State Road 7 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.451.1070 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

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212 S. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.4000 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. BOCA SKEWERS Mizner Plaza ❘130 N.E.

Second St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.9961 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday. MOZART CAFE (KOSHER) The Fountains ❘ 7300 W. Camino Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.367.3412 ❘ Breakfast and Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner Saturday-Thursday.

MEXICAN BAJA CAFE UNO 201 N.W. First Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.394.5449 ❘ 1310 S. Federal Hwy. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.596.1305 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

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S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ 561.300.5280 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Sunday, Dinner nightly. ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR

The Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5250 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.416.2131 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. SEÑOR BURRITO 513 N.E. 20th St. ❘ Boca

Raton ❘ 561.347.6600 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. UNCLE JULIO’S Mizner Park ❘ 449 Plaza

Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.300.3530 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

ORGANIC APROPO KAFE 147 S.E. First Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.1223 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday. 4TH GENERATION ORGANIC MARKET

75 S.E. Third St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.9920 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

PUB/SPORTS BARS BRICK YARD MICRO BREWERY The Garden

Shops ❘ 7050 W. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch Saturday, Dinner nightly.

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DUFFY’S SPORTS GRILL 21212 St. Andrews Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.869.0552 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. THE ENGLISH TAP & BEER GARDEN

5050 Town Center Circle, #247 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8000 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Sunday. HOLLOWAY'S PUB Royal Palm Place ❘ 504 Via De Palmas ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.8445 ❘ Dinner nightly. HOOTERS Boca Commons ❘ 2240 N.W. 19th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.391.8903 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. HURRICANE GRILL & WINGS Mission Bay ❘ 10125 Glades Rd. ❘ 561.218.8848 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. MILLER’S ALE HOUSE Shoppes at Blue Lake ❘ 1200 Yamato Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.988.9142 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. Boca Lyons Plaza ❘ 9244 W. Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.2989 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. THE WISHING WELL IRISH PUB Royal

Palm Place ❘ 111 S.E. Mizner Blvd., #9 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.5208 ❘ Dinner nightly. YARD HOUSE Mizner Park ❘ 201 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.417.6124 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

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Mak ing H istory P e r s onal . SANDWICHES/DELI BEN’S NY KOSHER DELI The Reserve ❘ 9942 Clint Moore Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.470.9963 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

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CORNER BAKERY CAFE Boca Commons ❘ 2240 N.W. 19th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.417.6060 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily. GRILL TIME (KOSHER) 8177 Glades Rd. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.482.3699 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Sunday-Thursday. Benno Benninga, Holocaust Survivor and Sanibel resident

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Polo Shops ❘ 5030 Champion Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.241.5903 Boca Commons ❘ 2240 N.W. 19th St., #700 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.4181 Regency Court ❘ 3013 Yamato Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.9911 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily. TOOJAY’S GOURMET DELI

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BOSTON’S ON THE BEACH 40 S. Ocean Blvd. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.3364 ❘ Breakfast Saturday-Sunday, Lunch and Dinner daily. CITY FISH MARKET 7940 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.1600 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner daily. CITY OYSTER 213 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.0220 ❘ Lunch daily, Dinner nightly. DECK 84 840 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray

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Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.571.5220 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Breakfast Saturday and Sunday. J & J SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL 634 E.

Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.3390 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Tuesday-Saturday. LEGAL SEA FOODS Town Center ❘ 6000

W. Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.447.2112 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. LINDA BEAN'S 200 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray

Beach ❘ 561.276.2502 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. RACKS FISH HOUSE + OYSTER BAR Five S.E. Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.450.6718 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday. 32 EAST 32 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.276.7868

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Center For Creative Education Takes Over Northwood Village Building ell-known for its community outreach incorporating arts integration into Palm Beach County classrooms, the not-for-profit Center for Creative Education (CCE) moved into its new home in West Palm Beachâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Northwood Village neighborhood. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are so excited about being able to expand upon our mission and touch the lives of more students in our community,â&#x20AC;? said Robert Hamon, CEO for the Center for Creative Education. The center represents a great example of a public/private partnership as the $5 million that has gone

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have included longtime CCE supporters Kenn Karakul and James Held, along with two governmen-

tal bodies; the Palm Beach County Commission awarded the center a $550,000 grant and the West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Association contributed $110,000 to complete exterior renovations and tear down an abandoned gas station next door. In addition, Comcast made CCE a recipient of its Comcast Cares Day and hundreds of volunteers helped to plant a green space. Located in historic Northwood Village, the center serves as the hub for a rejuvenated arts district. Arts integration enlivens education

by using the arts, such as painting, singing, writing and more to reinforce core subjects like math, science and language. It encourages creative thinking by allowing kids to use their imaginations and reinforces life skills like cooperation and compromise as children work together on projects. CCE is now working to raise $250,000 so Phase II construction can begin. Before yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s end, it will serve 12,750 children in nearly 70 sites all over Palm Beach County. O For more information, call 561-8059927 or visit cceflorida.org.

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The Adolph & Rose Levis JCC To Host Athletic Maccabi Games he Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center will welcome thousands of Jewish teen athletes on August 10-15, 2014 for the Maccabi Games. During the games, they’ll compete in a variety of team and individual sports, including girls’ and boys’ soccer, basketball, boys’ baseball, bowling, boys’ flag football, girls’ volleyball, tennis, golf and swimming at venues throughout Boca Raton.

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We are very excited about being given the opportunity to again host the JCC Maccabi Games and we anticipate an extremely successful event.

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– Randy Colman, executive director, Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center

This is the second time the games will be hosted in Boca Raton (the first was in 2000). This year’s event will be chaired by members Bonnie Schweiger and Matt Baker, members of the Levis JCC board of directors. “We are very excited about being given the opportunity to again host the JCC Maccabi Games and we anticipate an extremely successful event,” said Randy Colman, Levis JCC executive director. “We are actively recruiting host families, athletes, volunteers, sponsors and coaches to participate in our Games. This is an incredible experience for all who are involved and for the Levis JCC to engage our entire community.”

Jewish athletes ages 13-16 interested in team sports are invited to try out for the Levis JCC’s Mitchell Dobbin Maccabi Team on December 8 and 15. Individual athletes ages 12-16 must contact the Levis JCC Delegation Head to register; all are guaranteed a spot on the team. Because the Games will be held locally, the Mitchell Dobbin Maccabi Team can accept many athletes for this year’s competition. The JCC Maccabi Games is not only about sports. Throughout the week, there are social programs that promote friendship, JCC Cares projects that help instill the Jewish values of tikkun olam (repairing the world) and tzedakah (social justice), and informal instruction that fosters a connection to the State of Israel. O For more information, call 561-852-3206 or visit bocamaccabi.org.

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Miami Children’s Hospital Launches KidzStuff Retail Brand iami Children’s Hospital (MCH), a world leader in pediatric healthcare, has launched KidzStuff, a new retail brand featuring a range of innovative children’s products designed by pediatricians to solve everyday problems. “We have the best think tank in the world here at Miami Children’s,” said Dr. Narendra Kini, president and CEO. “The physicians on our medical staff, and our nurses and clinical staff have daily interactions with parents and children out of which brilliant ideas are born.” Proceeds from KidzStuff will support the philanthropic work of MCH. Among the first KidzStuff products to be offered are two baby rompers, one designed to protect babies and infants from the sun and the other from insect bites.

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Our Research Institute provides the ideal launch pad to develop and test innovations in health and wellness that can make life easier for parents and their children.

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– Deborah Da Silva, head of retail and product development, KidzStuff

The Sun Blocker Romper is the first UPF-rated one-piece romper with a built-in hoodie for babies, according to MCH. Rated UPF 40, the specially designed breathable fabric provides a chemical- and lotion-free defense against the sun. “Just one blistering sunburn during childhood can more than double the adult risk of melanoma,” said Dr. Ana Duarte, director of Dermatology at MCH and pres-

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ident of the Children’s Skin Center. “It’s critical that parents get into the habit of practicing sun-smart behaviors to protect their children as early as possible.” The Insect Shield Romper is a specially designed romper that contains a patent-pending technology for apparel that repels insects. “Insect bites affect us all and babies and infants can be susceptible if unprotected,” said Dr. Jefry Biehler, medical director for Utilization and Quality at MCH. “The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported a growing number of insect-borne epidemics in the U.S., including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and West Nile virus.”

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Deborah Da Silva, head of retail and product development at KidzStuff, pointed out: “Our Research Institute provides the ideal launch pad to develop and test innovations in health and wellness that can make life easier for parents and their children.” O For more information, call 855-6947299 or visit shopkidzstuff.com.

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Kids’ Dreams Sponsors New Palm Beach Zoo School Education Program hat better way to learn about the Palm Beach Zoo than to spend a week there? Palm Beach County elementary students attending Title I schools now have a chance to do just that when they attend Zoo School, the newest education program at the Palm Beach Zoo. And it’s all thanks to Kids’ Dreams, Inc., the first sponsor of the venture. Kids’ Dreams President, Patricia Lebow, said they’re pleased to be the first sponsor of the new program, which is available to Palm Beach County elementary students in grades 3-5 attending Title I schools with an 80 percent or higher population of “at-risk” students. The school, which is being of-

fered October through May for class sizes of 18-22 students, is an innovative and memorable way for students to experience school in an outdoor classroom setting. “Zoo School will provide financially disadvantaged students the opportunity to explore academic pursuits outside the classroom. The exposure to new areas of interest for these students not only enriches their lives, but also opens their minds to future employment opportunities and reinforces for them the importance of a good education,” said Lebow. Students and teachers will use the zoo’s portable Zoo School classroom as their homeroom for

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Zoo School will provide financially disadvantaged students the opportunity to explore academic pursuits outside the classroom. –Patricia Lebow, president, Kids’ Dreams, Inc.

the week and enjoy all aspects of the zoo each day. Zoo educators will provide outdoor lessons, activities featuring live animals and behind-the-scenes tours. “The zoo is very pleased to have Kids’ Dreams as a sponsor of this important educational program. This represents the next level in

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Young Singers Of The Palm Beaches Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Two New Board Members enneth P. Dwyer and Jody Young have joined the nonprofit board of directors of Young Singers of the Palm Beaches, Palm Beach County’s premier youth choir featuring more than 350 of the area’s most talented kids spanning ages 8-18 from all races, ethnicities and socioeconomic communities. “As we celebrate our 10th anniversary year, we are thrilled to have Ken and Jody join our board team,” said Hank Gonzalez, board chairman. “Ken’s experience in finance comes at an important time in our organization’s growth. Jody’s experience and networking will provide (us) with new marketing ideas and guidance as we continue to explore the best way to serve both our children and our community.” The award-winning troupe of singers has per-

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formed at concerts in Palm Beach County, Lincoln Center in New York City and at international music festivals in Salzburg and Vienna in Austria. The group’s two annual concerts are held in December and May on the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts’ main stage. Dwyer is a financial analyst with Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne and the father of two YSPB singers. In addition to volunteering for YSPB for the

past three years, he also has served on the St. Paul of the Cross Parish Financial Council and is a past chairman. He’s also spent 22 years as a volunteer and past area director for the Special Olympics and is a past president of the North Palm Beach/ Palm Beach Gardens Jaycees. Young is a freelance marketing professional and project manager specializing in political election campaign management, consulting and fundraising. He has more than 35 years of experience in live entertainment and event promotion and management of national touring artists. He and his wife, Connie, have been active volunteer parents with YSPB during the past seven years. O For more information, call 561-659-2332 or visit yspb.org.

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ida has the third-largest military veteran population in the United States. Mission United was created to help veterans re-acclimate to civilian life by aligning existing services and creating solutions where there are gaps in supports. Under the SSVF Program, the Veterans Administration awards grants to private nonprofit organizations and consumer cooperatives, such as the United Way, that are dedicated to helping returning veterans. Grantees provide eligible veteran families with outreach, case management and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits including healthcare services, daily living services and legal services. O For more information, call 954-4-UNITED or visit missionunited.org.

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Reception Raises Awareness For Humane Society’s South Florida Wildlife Center herry Schlueter, executive director of The Humane Society of the United States’ South Florida Wildlife Center, was the keynote speaker and guest of honor when the Senada Adzem team of Douglas Elliman Real Estate hosted a reception in a penthouse residence at Toscana in Highland Beach to raise awareness about the baby wildlife season in South Florida. Senada Adzem welcomed guests to the reception and shared her experiences of recently visiting the headquarters of The Humane Society of the United States, located in Washington, D.C., and the Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch, owned and operated by The Fund for Animals in partnership with The HSUS, which is the nation’s largest and most diverse animal sanctuary,

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located in Murchison, Texas. “Thanks to the generosity and commitment of our community, we are able to provide emergency services to nearly 13,000 animals annually, 365 days a year. During ‘baby season’ each spring and summer, we may admit as many as 100 animals a day,” said Schlueter. “This time of year, it is critical for residents to understand how to handle the challenges baby wildlife face when encountering injured, imperiled or orphaned babies or their parents.” Ardath Rosengarden, who has donated funds to purchase diagnostic and surgical equipment, to build habitats and to supply two emergency ambulances for the SFWC, was recognized at the reception for her generosity and kindness to

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South Florida wildlife. In addition, Jeffrey J. Arciniaco, a member of the Senada Adzem team, board of directors chair of the South Florida Wildlife Center and board member of The Humane Society of the United States, was applauded for his support. The South Florida Wildlife Center’s mission is “protecting wildlife

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Cathy Cohn Named New Executive Director At Wayside House fter a nationwide search, the Wayside House board of directors has named Boca Raton resident Cathy Cohn as the agency’s new executive director. Cohn comes to Delray Beach-based Wayside House, a premier addiction treatment center for women, with close to 30 years of experience in providing fiscal, strategic and operational leadership in the nonprofit sector. In her new position, Cohn will draw upon her skills and background to ensure that Wayside House consistently meets its financial objective while achieving its mission. Cohn was formerly the CEO of Healthy Mothers/Healthy Babies Coalition of Palm Beach County, where she headed a 70-person staff and oversaw a $6 million budget. Prior to her tenure at Healthy Mothers/Healthy Babies, Cohn was the

degree in education from Denver University and attended the senior leadership program at the University of Miami. She is presently a

in Leadership Award from Executive Women of the Palm Beaches and earned the Up and Comers Award from Price Waterhouse in 1993. “Wayside House is a standout organization with an unparalleled clinical staff and an esteemed history and reputation in the recovery communi-

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prenatal care director for Planned Parenthood of South Palm Beach and Broward counties. In that role she designed the organization’s firstof-its-kind comprehensive prenatal program in the southern United States. Cohn earned a Bachelor of Arts

member of Executive Women of the Palm Beaches, Leadership Palm Beach County and the School Health Advisory Council. She received the 2011 Ultimate CEO Award from the South Florida Business Journal, was a finalist for the Heroes in Medicine Award from the Palm Beach County Medical Society, received the 2008 Women

ty,” Cohn said. “I feel honored to have been chosen to lead this organization into a new era of accomplishments and growth. I am a big-picture thinker and thrive on creatively meeting the challenges that all nonprofit organizations must face in today’s world.” O For more information, call 561-2780055 or visit waysidehouse.net.

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ocal businesses and professionals are getting branded as Image360Boca Raton opens at 6560 East Rogers Circle. The 3,000-square-foot facility offers myriad services including ADA Braille signs, 3D lettering, banners, digital graphics, Post & Panel signs, tradeshow branding, vehicle graphics and wraps, wall logos and graphics, POS signs and more. In honor of its opening, earlier this year the company committed to providing at least 100 DOC Band wraps free of charge to special-needs South Florida children in 2013. These are head devices that consist of an outer plastic shell with a foam lining and are used by children suffering from plagiocephaly, a condition characterized by an asymmetrical distortion of the skull.

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“I am thrilled to open in Boca Raton,” said Mary Sol Gonzalez, owner of Image360-Boca Raton, which was formerly Signs Now Boca Raton. “I am also thrilled to help bring attention to kids with plagiocephaly and potentially bring a smile to their faces with a brand-new DOC Band wrap!” “When the time came to accept that my son would need to be fitted with a DOC Band to address his issues I was very concerned about how it would impact him. I wanted to find a way to make him want to wear it and feel good about wearing it,” said Andrea S. Patenaude. “(Impact360Boca Raton) was recommended and it was a great experience from beginning to end. They set me up with an amazing designer who not only made a fabulous design using the characters that Logan loves, but let us participate in the wrapping process. (They) made a process filled with uncertainty, certainly great.” Image360-Boca Raton has already met the signage and graphics needs of numerous local Boca Raton businesses and organizations including Samandhel, an import/export and sourcing company; Boca Raton Christian School; Boca Aircraft Maintenance and many others. O For more information, call 561-395-0745 or visit image360.com.

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VISUAL FEAST Palm Beach County Residents Get Visual & Media Artists Fellowship Awards he Cultural Council of Palm Beach County announced that Palm Beach County artists Nathaniel Katz and Bonnie Seeman are among 14 recipients of the Visual & Media Artists Fellowship award given by the South Florida Cultural Consortium. “We are so pleased to have two extremely talented artists from Palm Beach County chosen to receive Visual & Media Artists Fellowship awards this year,” said Rena Blades, president and CEO of the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County. “My hope is that more professional artists will apply each year for the generous grants and awards that come with the honor.” Jupiter resident Katz is an interdisciplinary artist who earned his fine arts degree with honors from the Rhode Island School of Design. While there,

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he was the recipient of a graduate fellowship and a graduate award of excellence. Katz was awarded the Best New Media prize at the Boston Young Contemporaries in 2008. In 2009, he participated in an artist residency program in Cali, Colombia. He defines his work as, “Provoking the possibility of reverberation beyond the moment of encounter through storytelling, gifts and the dissemination of desire.” Bonnie Seeman of Boca Raton is a ceramic artist who earned fine arts degrees from the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, and the University of Miami. She has participated in numerous international and national exhibitions including Art Basel, the World Ceramic Biennale and Arco Art Fair. Her works are in many public and

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My work blends the macabre with the beautiful, which acts as a metaphor for the fragility and resiliency of life. – Bonnie Seeman, ceramic artist, Boca Raton

private collections including the Metropolitan Museum of Art. She is the recipient of several grants including the Louis Comfort Tiffany Biennial Award and two Florida Individual Artist Fellowships. “I am very interested in the utilitarian object as a means of narration,” Seeman said. “My work blends the macabre with the beautiful, which acts as a metaphor for the fragility and resiliency of life.”

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The Consortium, an alliance of the arts councils of Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, Monroe and Martin counties, each year provides fellowships ranging from $7,500 to $15,000. Recipients are selected during a two-tier panel process that includes regional and national arts experts. O For more information, call 561-4712901 or visit palmbeachculture.com.

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Boca Raton Fundraising Expert Lends Expertise To Ben-Gurion University en-Gurion University of Negev has a new expert on board—South Florida fundraising veteran Reva Feldman. Feldman, who has more than two decades of experience working with Jewish not-for-profit organizations, joined American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev’s (AABGU) Greater Florida Region as associate director in the Boca Raton office.

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“Reva is a terrific addition to our team in Florida,” said Elise Dolgow, director of AABGU’s Greater Florida Region. “She has developed great skills and contacts in the region that will help expand our donor base and increase the number of programs with BGU researchers in the area.” AABGU plays a vital role in sustaining David Ben-Gurion’s vision, creating a world-class institution of education and research in the Israeli desert, nurturing the Negev community and sharing the University’s expertise locally and around the globe. With 20,000 students on campuses in Beer-Sheva, Sede Boqer and Eilat in Israel’s southern desert, BGU is a university with a conscience, where the highest academic standards are integrated with community involvement, committed to sustainable development of the Negev. “BGU plays a key role in the development of the Negev and I look forward to leveraging my skills to help fund innovative research and education initiatives that are benefitting not just Israel, but the whole world,” said Feldman, who has held various positions at the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County and most recently was associate vice president of campaigns. Before that, she was campaign director for the Jewish Federation of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Among these research initiatives is the Ilse Katz Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology, headed by director Yuval Golan. The university is also developing BGUSAT—a custom-designed pico-satellite that weighs less than three kilograms and fits in one hand and will enable BGU scientists to expand Israel’s space research and security program. O For more information, call 561-705-0119 or visit aabgu.org.

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DECEMBER 31 THROUGH JANUARY 5 With the festive season upon us, what could be better than a heartwarming musical packed with hummable holiday tunes, lighthearted jokes and some really (really) great dancing? Enter stage left: “Elf The Musical,” two hours and 20 minutes of fun for the entire family. This original musical, based on the blockbuster New Line Cinema film starring Will Ferrell, tells the heartfelt tale of Buddy, an endearing orphan who accidentally crawls into Santa’s gift bag, ends up at the North Pole, and becomes one of the beloved elves. That is, until his immense size and inability to make toys cause him to face the truth—which leads to a madcap New York City adventure to find his true identity. Check out the show USA Today calls “endearingly goofy” at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County. It just might make you a believer.

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Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-949-6722; arshtcenter.org DECEMBER 5 Chris Cornell Show begins at 8 p.m. DECEMBER 6-7 Yanni in Concert Show begins at 8 p.m. DECEMBER 7 Michael McDonald Show begins at 8 p.m. DECEMBER 10-15 “We Will Rock You” Show times vary. DECEMBER 19 Itzhak Perlman Show begins at 8 p.m. DECEMBER 19-24 “The Nutcracker” Show times vary. DECEMBER 31 THROUGH JANUARY 5 “Elf The Musical” Show begins at 7 p.m.

AmericanAirlines Arena 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 786-777-1000; aaarena.com DECEMBER 6 Jesus Adrian Romero Show begins at 7:30 p.m. DECEMBER 31 Pitbull—New Year’s Eve II with special guests Prince Royce and Jump Smokers Show begins at 9 p.m.

DOOBIE DOO: Michael McDonald performs 8 p.m. shows on December 7 at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County and on December 13 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

DECEMBER 3, 14, 16, 18, 20, 23 Miami Heat Basketball Game times vary.

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AutoNation IMAX Theater Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 S.W. Second St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6637; mods.org DECEMBER 1-10 “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” Show times vary.

DECEMBER 13-31 “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” Show times vary.

BB&T Center One Panther Parkway, Sunrise, 954-835-7469; thebbtcenter.com VIOLIN VIRTUOSO: Itzhak Perlman takes the stage at 8 p.m. at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County

DECEMBER 7 Donny and Marie Christmas Tour Show begins at 7:30 p.m. DECEMBER 20 Y-100 Jingle Ball 2013 Show begins at 7 p.m. DECEMBER 21 2013 Orange Bowl Basketball Classic Game starts at 2 p.m.

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The Dorothy Seaman Department of Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County cordially invites you to

Wednesday, January 15, 2014 • 10:30 a.m. Polo Club FEATURED SPEAKER Patti Stanger Philanthropist, Jewish Entrepreneur & Star of TV’s “Millionaire Matchmaker”

PATTI STANGER Philanthropist, Jewish Entrepreneur & Star of TV’s “Millionaire Matchmaker”

Monica Goldstein & Margie Marlowe, Event Chairs April Leavy, Vice Chair, Lion of Judah The Marleen Forkas Chair of Contemporary Jewish Issues has generously underwritten our featured speaker. A minimum individual woman’s commitment of $5,000 to the 2014 UJA/Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County Annual Campaign is required to attend.

Dietary laws observed • Detailed invitation to follow

TO RSVP: visit jewishboca.org/lionluncheon Margie Marlowe, Monica Goldstein Event Chairs

For more information, contact Melissa Costner Schleyer at 561.852.3160 or melissac@bocafed.org.

Marleen Forkas Chair of Contemporary Jewish Issues

Dorothy Seaman Department of Women’s Philanthropy is generously sponsored by:

Lion of Judah program is generously sponsored by:

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happenings calendar DECEMBER 3, 5, 10, 13, 23, 28, 29, 31 Florida Panthers Hockey Start times vary.

Bicentennial Park 1075 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-358-7550; bayfrontparkmiami.com DECEMBER 14 Miami Outboard Club’s 16th Annual Holiday Boat Parade (Bayfront Park) Show begins at 6 p.m. DECEMBER 31 Bayfront Park’s New Year’s Eve Party (Bayfront Park) Show begins at 8 p.m.

Coral Springs Center for the Arts 2855 Coral Springs Dr., Coral Springs, 954-344-5999;

coralspringscenterforthearts.com DECEMBER 6-8, 13-15, 20-22 “Who Killed the Boss?”— Sherlock’s Dinner Theatre Show begins at 7 p.m. DECEMBER 14-15 “The Nutcracker” Show times vary. DECEMBER 31 Sal Richards New Year’s Eve Celebration with special guests Guy Richards and Jerry Cardone Sings Sinatra (The Rrazz Room) Show begins at 10:30 p.m.

Hard Rock Live Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, One Seminole Way, Hollywood,

POWERFUL PIPES: Bernadette Peters performs at 8 p.m. on December 14 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

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DECEMBER 15 Broward House presents Cheech & Chong Show begins at 7 p.m. DECEMBER 17 Trace Adkins—“The Christmas Show” Show begins at 7:30 p.m. DECEMBER 28 ZZ Top Show begins at 8 p.m.

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Kravis Center for the Performing Arts 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, 561-832-7469; kravis.org DECEMBER 1-8 “Radio City Christmas Spectacular” starring The Rockettes Show times vary. DECEMBER 5, 6 David Burnham— “Mostly Broadway” Show begins at 7:30 p.m. DECEMBER 9 Dover Quartet Show begins at 7:30 p.m. DECEMBER 11-12 Kate Clinton—“The Sis-Boom-Bah Tour” Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

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DECEMBER 11 Yanni Show begins at 8 p.m.

DECEMBER 13 Michael McDonald Show begins at 8 p.m. DECEMBER 14 An Evening with Bernadette Peters Show begins at 8 p.m.

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS: (Above) “Radio City Christmas Spectacular” starring The Rockettes takes place December 1-8 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (Right) Trace Adkins presents his holiday show at 7:30 p.m. on December 17 at Hard Rock Live

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