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contents VOLUME XIII NUMBER 3
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THE HOME & DESIGN ISSUE
70 RHAPSODY IN BLUE
Cool Hues Create A Tranquil Sanctuary In A Country Club Community
DESIGN 76 GREEN GROWS UP
Industry Advancements Give Sustainable Products A Fresh New Look
80 DESIGNING WOMAN
act Enter The Creative And Colorful World Of Interior Designer Celerie Kemble
86 WATERFRONT STUNNER
A New Intracoastal Home Infuses Modernity With Warm Appeal
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HOT STUFF & THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE IT HAPPEN 27 The Buzz 32 Trends 36 La Vida Boca
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A NEW INTRACOASTAL HOME INFUSES MODERNITY WITH WARM APPEAL
GREEN DESIGN GROWS UP
INDUSTRY ADVANCEMENTS GIVE SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS A FRESH NEW LOOK
DESIGNING WOMAN
ENTER THE CREATIVE AND COLORFUL WORLD OF INTERIOR DESIGNER CELERIE KEMBLE
RHAPSODY IN BLUE
COOL HUES CREATE A TRANQUIL SANCTUARY IN A COUNTRY CLUB COMMUNITY
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ur Home & Design Issue is always a treat. With its beautiful rooms and fabulous furnishings, it gives us a chance to immerse ourselves in all things decorating and design, peek inside amazing Boca Raton houses and even make some of these design ideas our own! Canadian-born Jonathan and Drew Scott, better known as the Property Brothers on HGTV, grace our cover this month. They are true home and design gurus, and we loved chatting with these charming and talented men about brotherhood, bagpipes, business and more in “Brother Act” (page 64). Next, we tour two breathtaking abodes created by top South Florida designers and architects. If you like teal blue, this first house is definitely for you: A meticulously remodeled home in Broken Sound Club echoes the Florida sea and sky in “Rhapsody In Blue” (page 70). Then, explore an amazing new home that infuses modernity with warm appeal. As gorgeous as its Intracoastal location may be, you’d never want to step foot outside this stylish residence. Be sure to visit “Waterfront Stunner” (page 86). Also in this jam-packed issue, we enter the creative and colorful world of celebrity designer – and Palm Beach native – Celerie Kemble in “Designing Woman” (page 80), and we introduce you to the sustainable product trend in “Green Design Grows Up” (page 76). Plus, it wouldn’t be a real design discussion without highlighting Pantone’s Colors of the Year, Rose Quartz and Serenity, as well as the Scandinavian style of renowned West Palm Beach designer Lars Bolander. I recently came across a beautiful plaque that said, “A house is made of bricks and beams; a home is made of love and dreams.” That statement couldn’t be truer, especially for my family as my older son prepares to leave for college this fall and follow his dreams. Nothing can take the place of precious time spent with your family at home. Our homes are our sanctuaries, so we trust that this issue will inspire you to make your own space even more perfect for you and your family. We hope you enjoy this issue as much as we enjoyed creating it for you. Flip through the pages, and dare to dream big. Most of all, I encourage you to enjoy quality time at home with your loved ones this spring, and relish being together. I know I will!
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s I write this, the walls of my home are bare, my belongings are stacked up in boxes and my husband I are knee-deep in the hunt to buy our first house together. We have a tight timeline, and to say I’m a little stressed would be an understatement. It’s funny how quickly we become comfortable with things. By the time I was 15, I had lived in seven different homes in four different states, so, in a way, I was comfortable with moving, if not enthusiastic about it. Every time we’d move, at my father’s behest, we’d efficiently purge our belongings of junk or unused items. Digging through my closet and under my bed was like a treasure hunt as I rediscovered lost objects or looked at old things in new ways. (How did I ever think those faux-furlined boots were a good idea?) Donating bags full of stuff was liberating. Packing wasn’t an overwhelming task but more of a routine. I always knew where to start and how long it would take. Fitting everything together perfectly in the right container was like a real life version of the video game “Tetris,” and I was a pro. Unpacking, however, was always my favorite part. To this day, I love decorating an empty space, filling up the walls with mirrors, artwork and photographs, arranging furniture and finding the optimal setup. (I believe there’s only one.)
But, now, I’ve gotten comfortable staying put. I’ve been in my current neighborhood for 10 years – longer than anywhere else – and I’m reluctant to say goodbye. Don’t get me wrong: Our rental makes a shoebox look roomy, but I’ve been through a lot here. It’s where my husband and I fell in love, got engaged and planned our wedding; where I brought my dog home from the shelter and raised him; where we celebrated wins and lamented losses – and not just of the Gator variety. Most of all, I’ll miss our little seaside neighborhood and the friends we’ve made here. It’s a dying breed, the kind of place where your neighbor knocks on your door to borrow a cup of milk and won’t bat an eye if you need help with your hurricane shutters. Plus, I know the chances are slim that I’ll ever live a stone’s throw from the Atlantic again. But, then I think of what awaits us at the end of our search – a bona fide home, with our name on it. A concrete representation of our collective hard work and savings. A place to make new memories and new friends and a new family. And I take a deep breath and remind myself: Change is good, even if it makes us uncomfortable.
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Jacqueline Laurita Of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” Discusses Her Family And Autism In her six seasons on “The
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see your child struggle with anything, and, when you see them struggling, you instinctively want to help them,” Laurita says. “One of the best ways you can help is by educating yourself on what they are dealing with. It’s just fighting for your child. It’s just instinct, really.” She recently eliminated sugars, grains and starches from his diet, she says: “It’s all trial and error. If you find something is not working, don’t get discouraged, just try something else. I am always researching and always open to trying new things.” In her brief moments of spare time, the self-proclaimed homebody is working on a book with her husband, Chris. “‘Defy Expectations’ is about our struggles and successes throughout our journey raising a child with special needs and how we keep our marriage strong through it all,” she says. “We want to send a message that whatever odds may seem against you, you can always defy expectations.” For Laurita, who says she may return for a seventh season of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey,” it’s all about timing: “I have to focus on one thing at a time. I make a lot of to-do lists. You have to find that balance.” – Laura Janelle Downey
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Field of Flowers in Boca Raton is taking floral design to new levels of fun with its novel DIY FlowerBar concept. The retailer, currently celebrating its 100th anniversary, invites guests to nibble light bites and sip champagne as they gather around a
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ago that I would be doing set designs for celebrities like Mr. Worldwide, I would have thought they were crazy,” says interior designer Maria Elena Holguin, who works out of Miami as well as at the new Clive Daniel Home in Boca Raton. But that fantasy recently became a reality for Holguin when she created the set for Pitbull’s music video “Como Yo Le Doy” with Don Miguelo. It all started when Holguin got a phone call from Robert Viera of Delawar Studios, telling her that the set would be needed in two days. But she rose to the challenge, suggesting the Shelborne Wyndham Grand South Beach as a backdrop. She created a bedroom-like set, complete with an Italian nubuck leather platform bed in silky blue linens, a red leather chair and stainless steel accent tables by Baxter on top of bold striped carpeting. The furnishings were accented by a contrasting paneled wall, tubular wall sconces and a framed photo of a vintage car. Her goal was to create a set that was sexy and elegant, and she completed it just in time for Mr. Worldwide, his four dancers and more than 50 crew members to begin the all-day production. Set design was a departure for Holguin, who says that – while working with top architecture and design firms – she forgot that her career could be fun. Her takeaway from the experience? “Give yourself permission to have fun with whatever you do in life,” says Holguin, who was voted one of the Top 15 Interior Designers of Miami last year. “Think outside the box!”
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portant missions – assisting those affected by fire – the American Red Cross has selected a historic fire station in the Old Northwood neighborhood of West Palm Beach for the 40th annual Designers’ Show House event. Built in 1938, North Station was formerly fire station #3 for the city, later converted into a four-bedroom Art Moderne home on a lush halfacre on Poinsettia Avenue. Through March 26, it will once again be transformed as interior and exterior designers from 14 area firms work their magic on its 4,500 square feet. Participating firms include Allabastro Designs, HomeLife, Jack Fhillips Design, Jennifer Garrigues, Piper Gonzalez Designs, NXG Studio, Lopez Group, MMDesigns, Stephen Mooney Interiors, Joseph Pubillones Interiors, Angela Reynolds Design, Scott Robertson Interi-
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ors, Melody Smith Interiors and Veronica Volani-Inza Interior Design. “With the Designers’ Show House celebrating its 40th Anniversary, the designers are eager to make this the best year yet,” says Bill Kopp, one of the general chairmen for this year’s event. “I look forward to helping lead the ‘best of the best’ in interior and exterior design as the benefit highlights one of American Red Cross’s most critical missions, helping those affected by fires.” Last year, more than 4,500 people attended the event, making it the best attendance to date. The show house is open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. In addition to tours of the home, guests may also shop at an onsite boutique. Visit redcross.org/designershowhouse 2016.
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DYNAMIC DUO Home Décor And Furnishingss In Pantone’s Colors Of The Year: Rose Quartz And Serenity BY ALEXA SILVERMAN 1. CB2 CYLINDER PINK CHAMPAGNE FLUTE, an ultramodern stemless flute, is the ideal counterpart to your finest bubbly. The dishwasher-safe, soda lime glass is made in Poland and features a polished fired rim. Available at cb2.com.
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5. DWELLSTUDIO FES TANGERINE POUF is a pintsized pink cushion that adds a pop of color in a child’s room while serving as a stool or an ottoman. The goatskin leather pouf is handmade in Morocco, and the embellishments channel that country’s design. Available at dwellstudio.com. 6. FURBISH STUDIO LUXE IKAT BATH TOWEL boasts a global-inspired print in 100 percent cotton. While technically a bath towel, at more than 5 feet long, it works just as well at the beach or as a chic picnic blanket. Available at furbishstudio.com.
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3. JONATHAN ADLER FRENCH BLUE ZIG ZAG ALPACA THROW BLANKET, made of 100 percent baby alpaca fleece, takes watching TV to new levels of style and comfort. Drape it across your sofa to display the eye-catching chevron design. Available at jonathanadler.com. 4. ALLMODERN KARTELL FOLIAGE CHAIR, by Spanish architect and designer Patricia Urquiola, has a contemporary organic style. The seat features a leaf-like pattern while the frame and legs appear as supportive branches. Available at allmodern.com. 5. POTTERY BARN BLUE IKAT TERRA COTTA VASE is made of earthenware and depicts a distressed ikat print with a shiny glaze finish. The sizable opening can easily accommodate a bouquet of flowers, and the piece retains its charm even when empty. Available at potterybarn.com.
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and then worked under Carl Malmsten, a leader in Scandinavian furniture design. After completing his studies, Bolander moved to London. His career took him around the globe before he and Kalachnikoff finally settled in West Palm Beach, where he currently has interior design offices at the Old Okeechobee Road location and in the couple’s residence on Palmetto Lane.
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he work of acclaimed interior designer Lars Bolander can be found all over the world, but it’s West Palm Beach he and his wife, artist Nadine Kalachnikoff, call home. “We came here about 20 years ago and opened our first shop on South County Road,” he recalls. “I was the first person to import Gustavian furniture from Sweden. 36
From there, we moved to Antique Row on South Dixie, where we did Swedish and contemporary. Now, we have a warehouse on Old Okeechobee Road. It’s about 4,000 square feet that’s quite large and very central.” It’s a space that allows them enormous creativity. While Bolander is primarily known for his high-end
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collections, “now, we have more fun things, more affordable things,” he says. “We have pop-up shops. In December, for example, we had nine or 10 different designers. We had opening parties. There was a line around the corner. We had art, jewelry, fashion. It was a great time.” Born in Sweden, Bolander studied at the Stockholm School of Art
“I built the house,” Bolander explains. “We’ve been here for about eight years. We have two casitas – one is my wife’s, where she does her butterfly paintings. It’s wonderful.” The couple also keeps a home in the Swedish province (and island) of Öland. After decades of pioneering his unique vision – his aesthetic is simple yet theatrical – Bolander is now more selective than ever about the projects he takes on. And there’s no telling where the next client may come from. “It’s such a funny thing,” he notes. “A woman came in the other day, the wife of a former American ambassador to France. She said, ‘Lars, can you do my second house?’ I had never met her before, but she was so much fun. Then, there’s a wonderful family from Chicago. I can’t remember how they found me. People come here looking for an experience. It’s a hard thing to put your finger on. They want to ‘Larsify’ their homes.” Still, he admits: “I don’t want to work too much. I choose my people. It’s a luxury. You can’t just work, work, work all your life. It goes by too fast.” O
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“Race” Chronicles The Uplifting Story Of Olympic Runner Jesse Owens BY BILL BOWEN
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or a filmmaker, telling the Jesse Owens story is fraught with pitfalls: Nazi collusion, Adolf Hitler in the cast credits, anti-Semitism as public policy and rampant racism in America. But director Stephen Hopkins (“Lost In Space,” “Predator 2”) – with a pitch-perfect performance by Canadian Stephan James (“Selma,” “Home Again”) as Owens and a dramatic performance by “Saturday Night Live” alum Jason Sudeikis as his mentor – achieves the necessary gravitas wrapped in an elegant production in “Race.” Owens, from an impoverished upbringing in Cleveland, became one of the country’s most celebrated track stars with his four-gold-medal performance at the controversial 1936 Berlin Olympics, presided over by the Fuhrer three years after the Nazis took power. The script by Joe Shrapnel and Anna Waterhouse wisely avoids the temptation to caricature Hitler and instead uses the brooding Joseph Goebbels (Barnaby Metschurat) to represent the Reichstag point of view, with his mustached boss (Adrian Zwicker) uttering not a single word of dialogue. And much is made of the efforts of Leni Reifenstahl (Carice van Houten), who uses 24 cameras to film the Nazi Olympics for posterity. But it’s Owens who ruins the event for his hosts, outrunning and outjumping all those Aryans to squash the Nazis’ superiority complex. His rise to
prominence at Ohio State, coached by Larry Snyder (Sudeikis), and his love story with childhood sweetheart Ruth Solomon (Shanice Banton) help drive the dramatic tension.
Snyder is a former track star whose hopes for the 1924 Paris Games were ruined by an injury, and his bond with Owens helps his African-American protégé overcome the prejudices of his fellow Buckeye athletes and then Olympic coaches. Owens had already set three world records at the Big Ten Championships in 1935 and was nationally known but, nearly 30 years before the passage of the Civil Rights Act, endured the institutional racism of dining in separate restaurants and staying in separate hotels. His performance in Berlin, to the Nazis’ dismay, won over the German crowds, and he returned to the United States as a hero – yet was never
acknowledged by Franklin D. Roosevelt’s White House. When he and his wife attended a celebratory dinner at a lavish hotel, they were forced to use the service elevator. The film has moments that are difficult to watch, like the background scenes in Berlin where soldiers are loading civilians onto trucks. This is three years before Germany invades
Poland, but modern viewers know what they’re seeing. Owens’ story, though it couldn’t change the darkness that was to come, was a moment of brilliance before the storm. O TIME: 2 hours, 14 minutes RATED: PG-13 for thematic elements and language
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Look Inside The Life And Work Of The World’s Top Architects BY ALEXA SILVERMAN Have you ever found yourself walking down the street, only to stop in awe of a building so breathtaking you couldn’t help but wonder whose great mind conceived it? Architectural styles have changed dramatically over time, but the fundamental challenge of an architect remains: to balance form and function so seamlessly that a space becomes almost a work of art. The following five masters have very distinct styles and personalities, and they’ve left their mark on our planet in more ways than one. These monographs contain lush photography and provide an inside look at the vision and passion of these beautiful minds.
“Frank Gehry” By Aurélien Lemonier and Frederic Migayrou Summarizing the career of Canadian-born American architectural icon Frank Gehry in a single book is no small feat, but Aurélien Lemonier and Frederic Migayrou have achieved just that, cataloging 50 of Gehry’s most significant projects throughout six decades of his career. 40
The text follows the evolution of Gehry’s work, from his beginnings in Los Angeles, where he worked in intimate residential settings, including the remodel of his own Santa Monica home in 1978, to broad-scale projects, like the new 430,000-square-foot Facebook headquarters in Menlo Park, Calif. According to the book’s publisher, Gehry’s “practice has never wavered from his vision,” and read-
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ers can see that for themselves via handwritten notes, intermediary models and vivid photographs. Highlights include urban buildings in the United States, like the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles and 8 Spruce Street (Beekman Tower) in Manhattan, as well as cultural landmarks on foreign ground, like the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, and the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris.
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“Maya Lin: Topologies” By Maya Lin, Michael Brenson, William L. Fox and Paul Goldberger
“Mies” By Detlef Mertins Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s body of work is even more extensive than his name, and he’s considered one of the most definitive architects of the 20th century, with a career spanning 60 years, two World Wars and two continents. The German gained notoriety after World War II as the pioneer of modernism, according to author Detlef Mertins. He describes his subject as “the destroyer of familiar traditions and the architect of cold technology and faceless bureaucracy.” Van der Rohe left for Chicago soon after, where he developed plans for the Illinois Institute of Technology campus there. This all-encompassing profile of van der Rohe is divided into five sections chronologically, with chapters either delving into noteworthy projects, like the Barcelona Pavilion in Spain and the Seagram Building in New York, or providing contextual insight to his life, like his time as architect-director at the Bauhaus art school. The 700 visuals comprise photographs, diagrams and drawings, painting a lavish portrait of van der Rohe’s genius. 42
While most architects work within a palette of glass and steel, Maya Lin utilizes natural materials to create works that look like they sprang from the soil on which they stand. In fact, her approach is so unique and expressive that the American considers herself an artist or a designer, not an architect. While at Yale, Lin created a class project that became one of the mostvisited (and perhaps most controversial) memorials in Washington, D.C.: the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, a polished, V-shaped granite structure. “I like to think of my work as creating a private conversation with each person, no matter how public each work is and no matter how many people are present,” she says in the book. This first volume of her work examines 50 projects from the last three decades of her career, including carefully outlined sketches and drawings. Readers will discover how important the role of the individual observer is within Lin’s creative process and final product.
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“Frank Lloyd Wright” By Bruce Brooks Pfeiffer and Peter Gössel Some deem him “America’s greatest architect,” and, after reading this epic (and weighty) monograph, you’ll certainly agree that Frank Lloyd Wright was a visionary. Early in the book, former Wright pupil Bruce Brooks Pfeiffer pays tribute to the Prairie School style that Wright championed, including photographs that span two pages to showcase the architect’s trademark horizontal approach, mimicking the endless horizon lines of the Midwestern landscape. These homes, many in the Chicago area, where Wright lived and worked for years, set the stage for the rural architecture movement that swept America. In 1935, Wright began construction on the most celebrated project of his career, Fallingwater, in Bear Run, Pa. Named for the waterfall the residence is perched on, it was dubbed “the best all-time work of American architecture” by the American Institute of Architects. Throughout the text, Pfeiffer also offers his own input and explores new research on what makes Wright’s buildings “evocative of an entire era.”
“Hadid: Complete Works 1979-2013” By Philip Jodidio British-Iraqi architect Zaha Hadid is known for breaking barriers, both through her futuristic projects –
which some critics initially believed were too audacious to be built – and as a woman in a male-dominated profession (she was the first female recipient of the Pritzker Architecture Prize, in 2004). This updated volume explores her thought-provoking and complex blueprints from the past 30 years, resulting from her postmodern notion of “forward-thinking.” Canvas Daily magazine reflects on her talent, noting “the architect’s original sketches make this book a gleeful sight for sore eyes.” Despite her tendency toward futurism, Hadid also has designed classic buildings, such as the Rosenthal Center for Contemporary Art in Cincinnati, the first American art museum by a female architect and which The New York Times called “the most important new building in America since the Cold War.” The book also touches on recent projects like the New National Stadium of Japan, which will host the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. O
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t age 16, Rihanna was perfectly content with her life in her homeland of Barbados. There, she was known as Robyn Rihanna Fenty, had won numerous beauty pageants and even performed Mariah Carey’s “Hero” in a school pageant. But a chance meeting with producer Evan Rogers (who has worked with Christina Aguilera, Jessica Simpson and others) while he was on vacation there changed her life. Rihanna’s talent impressed him, and her audition for Def Jam Recordings CEO Jay-Z sealed the deal. Now a superstar – her hits include “Umbrella,” “The Monster” and “We Found Love” – Rihanna has embarked on another lengthy tour, with a stop at AmericanAirlines Arena at 7:30 p.m. on March 15. The eight-time Grammy winner, who has
sold more than 54 million albums worldwide and considers Madonna an inspiration, named the Anti World Tour after her new album, “Anti.” Fans know to expect the unexpected from this songstress and model (she was the face of Cover Girl cosmetics), who pushes the envelope with her fashion choices and lyrics that get to the heart of the matter. Her explanation: “Everyone was really surprised when I started liking new things and changing my image. I was 16 when I was signed. My musical taste and image is going to change naturally. It’s not forced. I do what comes natural to me. Sometimes I like to be dark... other times I like to be really light and lady-like.” Rihanna has been named one of Time’s Most Influential People in the World as well as Esquire’s Sexiest Woman Alive, but she says sex appeal isn’t on her mind while on tour. “At the end of a concert, I don’t feel like I’ve been this sexy thing,” she told People. “Really, I don’t even think about it.” Concertgoers can decide that for themselves. O For more information, call 786-777-1000 or visit aaarena.com.
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Anna, a girl with an extraordinary heart, who sets out to find her sister, Elsa, who has ventured out into the world to test her magical powers. The Academy Award-winning film – and the No. 1 animated feature film of all time – takes audiences along on a journey where they discover that true love is the most magical power of all. The skating version, Disney On Ice Presents “Frozen,” will no doubt delight audiences just as much as the original when it comes to the BB&T Center for 10 performances March 23-27.
“To create a completely immersive experience for the audience, the set design of Disney On Ice Presents ‘Frozen’ will encompass the space from the ice surface up through the air, drawing everyone into the story and closer to the characters,” according to the venue’s website. “Families will feel that they are trekking up to the North Mountains with Anna, Kristoff and Sven. Elsa’s magic will be enhanced by state-of-the-art special effects.” The goal: to transport audiences to a fantastical winter wonderland beyond imagination. And, of course, those who have already been mesmerized by “Frozen” will recognize blockbuster songs such as “Let It Go.” It wouldn’t be Disney without a bevy of beloved characters, so Mickey and Minnie will be on hand to host the event, with special appearances from “Toy Story,” “Finding Nemo” and “The Lion King” characters. Florian Valera, who plays the Duke of Weselton, talked to Las Vegas Magazine about the event. “It’s great for audiences to see the beloved characters coming to life through skating, dancing and acting,” he explains. The show, which has been making its way around the country, has gotten rave reviews. “Disney on Ice’s ‘Frozen’ never sags under the weight of delivering all the bells and whistles of the film,” notes The Boston Globe. “And best of all, it satisfies the avid fan while entertaining their adult chaperones.” O
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Steve Miller Band To Rock Out At Hard Rock BY LINDA HAASE
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t seems like there’s always some Steve Miller Band tune playing on the radio. The group, known for hits like “Abracadabra,” “The Joker” and “Fly Like An Eagle,” has been a mainstay of the music scene since the late ’60s. Fans will get a chance to hear the band’s classic rock stylings live during a concert at 7 p.m. on March 6 at Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood. Steve Miller became infatuated with music at a young age. And it’s no wonder. His parents were jazz aficionados and close friends of Les Paul and Mary Ford, and Paul taught Miller how to play the guitar. Miller formed his first band, The Marksmen, and showed classmate and future star Boz Scaggs how to play guitar chords so that
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of the charts or exploring the blue highways of American music, he is playing and singing with conviction and precision, passion and eloquence, and making records that are
at once immediately accessible and more than able to stand the test of time,” the band’s website notes. There have been 25 members of the Steve Miller Band during the past five decades, and, in that time, Miller has managed to collect 450 guitars. “I started playing rock & roll in 1956, so I’ve been here from the beginning,” the 72-year-old told Rolling Stone recently after being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. “I’ve seen it go through everything, from the time in Chicago to out to San Francisco to all these different phases. It’s been a great, long life of playing music, and I’m really honored to be inducted. I’m quite pleased.” O For more information, call 954-797-5555 or visit hardrocklivehollywoodfl.com
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FOREVER YOUNG
Tony Bennett Brings Classic Sound To Broward Center BY LINDA HAASE
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here’s no stopping Tony Bennett. The Grammy Award-winning singer is traveling the country on his Tony Bennett In Concert tour just months before he celebrates his 90th birthday. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts is one of the stops along the way. Bennett will take the stage at 8 p.m. on March 15 with plenty of songs on his playlist. Many of his tunes (“Fly Me To The Moon,” “I Left My Heart In San Francisco” and “For Once In My Life”) will be easily recognizable to almost anyone who has eaten in an Italian restaurant. “Tony Bennett is a rare artist who touches the hearts and souls of audiences with his impressive vocals and charming stage presence,” notes the venue’s website. “Often billed as the world’s most boyish octogenarian, Tony Bennett is a vital musical artist at the peak of his performing prowess.”
New York magazine agrees: “His voice is still a technical marvel, and no one else on Earth can make a lyric written eight decades ago sound as natural as a conversation at a coffee shop.” Bennett has sold millions of records worldwide and has teamed up with many musical superstars, including Lady Gaga. Their 2014 duet album, “Cheek to Cheek,” was a worldwide sensation. He was 88 at the time. He’s also an author – his book “Life Is a Gift: The Zen of Bennett” was a New York Times best-seller – and a painter. His artwork is exhibited in galleries around the world, including the Butler Institute of American Art, the National Arts Club in New York and the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collections. Filmgoers might recognize him from his roles in “Analyze This,” “The Scout” and “Bruce Almighty.” In addition, Bennett, who was inducted into the Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame, has raised millions of dollars for JDRF. As for his age? Here’s his take: “My ambition is to actually sound better as I get older. It’s all about meaning it more, giving it more depth. Being genuine.” O For more information, call 954-462-0222 or visit browardcenter.org. 50
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SPECIAL DELIVERY Should New Moms Receive “Push Presents” After Giving Birth? BY LINDA HAASE
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fter 24 hours of excruciating labor and an emergency Csection, I just wanted to gaze into my son’s eyes and then take a really long nap. I was delirious with pain and so relieved that he was OK that I barely noticed when my husband gave me a stunning bracelet. It was a nice surprise, but the sentiment got lost in the moment. What I really appreciated was my spouse tackling that first dirty diaper change, holding my hand during the surgery and telling me I looked beautiful (even though we all know no one looks good after 24 hours of hard labor) and chatting about the amazing child we’d soon be bringing home. It didn’t cross my mind to ask for or expect a “push present” – a gift some mothers get from their partners after giving birth. While experts admit that these presents can be a nice gesture, they caution it’s not for everyone. And a Today Parents survey of 8,000 individuals revealed that 45 percent of respondents were not fans of push presents, 28 percent loved the idea and 26 percent didn’t know what they were. Celebs like Kim Kardashian West adore – and expect – push presents. She got a wrist full of Cartier bling that reportedly cost $65,000 after delivering her first child. She upped the ante for her second one, requesting that hubby Kanye West buy her a $1 million Lorraine Schwartz diamond choker necklace.
Her reasoning: “After nine months of pregnancy, it’s a sweet and welldeserved thank you,” she writes on her blog. “We women go through an entire pregnancy carrying a baby. Of course it only makes sense that we get something amazing to show how amazing we are!” The power couple brought their son home a few months ago, and we’re still waiting to see if West delivers. Retailers, including Freedman Jewelers, Uncommon Goods and Bed, Bath & Beyond (which lists more than 100 push presents on its website), have a ready market for the practice, which is endorsed by Parents.com and WhatToExpect.com.
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life relations “Whether or not you’re a first-time mommy, you deserve a push present. Check out our favorite gifts and start dropping hints to your hubby before you deliver,” urges Parents.com. WhatToExpect.com offers this advice for soon-to-be moms: “Hoping to find a box from Tiffany & Co. tucked in your arms along with your brand-new baby? You’re not alone. Push presents are more popular than ever these days – they’re a wonderful way for husbands to thank their wives for all they’ve gone through to bring a baby into the world. Even if you’d rather slide extra cash into your new kid’s college fund, you’ll find something to love on this list, no matter your budget. Drop enough hints to your hubby and you may just get what you want.” One celeb who isn’t onboard with the practice is Ice T, who expressed his distaste when the topic came up during his talk show: “Alright, let’s think about this ladies… you want a gift, I get it. But, shouldn’t the baby be the gift? I think if you appreciate your wife and she’s been through a struggle, you can give her a gift. But I don’t think it should be demanded or expected.” Karen Baldwin, a mom and a Palm Beach Gardens licensed clinical social worker, shares this perspective: “I have four children and
Marni Feuerman, a licensed marriage and family therapist in Boca Raton, notes that “some people may view the practice as putting a materialistic or monetary value on something like bringing a child into the world.” However, she notes, it does have its place: “A gift at any time to someone you love usually goes over really well.” But, it could also cause problems, she says. “The cons would be if a gift can’t be afforded. It can hurt the relationship if the mother had something
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else in mind other than what was given. And a mother can be viewed as materialistic if she demands one. It could be a turnoff to the spouse.” Feuerman got a necklace from her husband after the birth of their twins – and, although it was a nice token of appreciation, she says the gift wouldn’t have had the same effect if her marriage weren’t secure. “I don’t think it would have mattered whether I got a gift or not if the marriage wasn’t going well,” she says. “A gift would not fix that or change my overall feelings.” Ultimately, it’s important to re-
member that presents don’t always need to come from a store, says Palm Beach Gardens licensed clinical social worker Janet Courtney. “Not all gifts need to have a monetary component,” she says. “Some of the best presents can be words of recognition and comfort. After I gave birth to my first child, my husband told me: ‘You were such a trooper!’ Those words made me feel so good – he was able to acknowledge all the pain and challenges that I went through. It meant the world to me and was better than any present he could have given.” O
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SMOOTH MOVE
Make Your Family’s Relocation As Peaceful As Possible BY DIANNA SMITH
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oving yourself cross-country or even across town can be daunting. But, when you add a spouse and children (and possibly pets) into the mix, that move may not only seem intimidating but downright impossible. If you’re a parent preparing to pack those boxes and load the moving van en route to unfamiliar territory, know that you are headed for some bumps along the way, but, in the end, chances are pretty good that you and your family will be better off because of it. Being prepared for those hiccups will help get you through the first few months, say two local mothers and business owners. Almost two years ago, Elizabeth Pekin and Elisa Moss traded the Windy City of Chicago for the sunny beaches of South Florida. They settled in the Boca Raton area with husbands and children in tow so they could start a business together, Momentum Funding, a national legal finance company p y based in Boca Raton.
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If you met them today, you might think these families have always lived here. But both Pekin and Moss are quick to point out that the first year of transition was anything but easy. “It was incredibly difficult,” Pekin says. “One of the most stressful things in life is moving. It definitely brought us closer together.” Pekin has three children, who, at the time of the move, were ages 19, 16 and 13. They already had close groups of friends in Chicago, and most of us know that, the older you are, the more difficult it can be to make friends. Parents who move with older children need to remember to give them time to become familiar 56
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with everything in their new locale, says Rachael Silverman, a licensed clinical psychologist based in Boca Raton. “This is all new for them and scary, so they’ll have to do that on their own,” she says, referring to things like joining sports or other after-school activities. “If they say they don’t want to, give them time to transition.” Moss, on the other hand, moved with two young children – then ages 5 and 2 – so her transition was challenging in different ways.
“The hardest thing about moving with the kids is finding a new routine and being comfortable with that,” Moss says. Networking in your new area is very important, they say. Pekin networks for a living, so she quickly began calling places like a local synagogue they had planned to join. She asked someone there for names and numbers of other families with children the same ages as hers, and she reached out to those families for information about the area. And then those families, in turn, connected them with others.
life parents “Each person we talked to led us to someone else. Theyy were all empatheticc about how difficult itt would be to move at my kids’ ages,” Pekin n says. “I’m going too have a party soon and d invite everybody who ho The Moss family helped us. Everybody dy was so amazing.” When Moss made the trek to South Florida with her family, she and her husband turned the drive to Boca Raton into a week-long road trip. She showed her children pictures of where they were going and talked about the different states they would visit along the way to make it a fun and educational experience. They stopped in Georgia for peaches and had orange juice once they crossed the Florida state line. And, when they got to town, they signed their oldest up for camp so she could begin meeting other children right away because having a routine is important to Moss. Routines are also crucial to maintain if there are other major life changes happening. Though mov-
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ing can certainly be positive, Silverman warns parents against making such a huge transition if children have recently been through other big changes – such as a divorce or a death in the family. Kids thrive on structure and consistency, so, when a drastic change does occur, they need to adjust to that before processing further disruptions. “It’s not healthy for them to [go through] so many,” she says. But, if this change is the only one taking place and it’s something 58
the family is onboard with, there are many ways that parents can include their children in the moving process. Involve them in planning as much as possible, Silverman says. Include them in house hunting so they feel like they have power to make decisions, too. She also suggests that parents explain how great the move will be for the family, but don’t force the kids to be happy – because they very well might not be. And that’s OK, Silverman says.
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“Do not expect a smooth move when you’re moving children because they’re moving far from their friends,” she says. “Allow them to process it within their own time. That’s different for everyone. You have to allow them to go through it, and you have to be there for it and be available to answer any and all questions. And try not to keep secrets from them when it comes to the moving process.” And, if the kids say they want to move back to their old home, don’t panic. “Change is scary, and familiarity is comfortable, so don’t make your child feel wrong for having those feelings,” Silverman says. “Try to be understanding, and let them know your feelings, too. If you’re
also nervous, tell them that. That’ll make them feel validated.” But, once the nerves disappear and your children start to step out of their shells and into their new world, they will likely see it isn’t as bad as they thought it would be. And, for the Moss and Pekin families, life is actually a lot better. Here, they have swimming pools in their backyards, they often take quick trips to the beach and they don’t have to contend with snow. Such are the perks of moving to this corner of paradise, and these families realize how lucky they are. “We were really comfortable in our old life, and it was great. But this opportunity has been amazing,” Moss says. “We have such a nice life. It was really just about embracing it.” O
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ROYAL TREATMENT
The Castle Hotel Offers Regal Service And Accommodations In Orlando BY SUSAN R. MILLER
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et’s face it: When we go on vacation, we like to be treated like royalty. And where better to get first-class treatment than in a castle? Although Cinderella Castle in Walt Disney World is open on rare occasions, we recommend the Castle Hotel in Orlando – named Boutique Hotel of the Year by the Boutique & Lifestyle Lodging Association in 2014. From its ornate glass gates to its stately spires, the Castle Hotel provides guests with an experience fit for a king or a queen. Inside, the hotel’s Bavarian-inspired walls create a European ambience designed to take guests back in time. If you’ve been visiting Orlando for years, you may remember the Castle as being a Pepto pink color. But, in 2013, The Kessler Collection rebranded the 214-room hotel from a Holiday Inn to Marriott’s Autograph Collection of high-quality independent properties. 60
As part of the rebranding, the hotel underwent a $6.5 million renovation, transforming it into a AAA Four Diamond boutique property filled with art from hotel king Richard Kessler’s collection. Kessler is known for his boutique and luxury hotels that feature distinctive architecture, rare art and music. His decorating style has been described as “funky baroque.” During the renovation, the hotel added the Garden Bistro & Bar, a garden-themed restaurant; Poseidon Spa; an indoor-outdoor bar; a
Orlando is all about entertainment and dining, and everything you’re looking for is either within walking distance or a short car or trolley trip from the hotel.
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garden-surrounded pool; and more than 8,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Accommodations include standard guest rooms featuring either one king or two queen pillow-top beds. Tower rooms have extra space that includes a cozy alcove or a bay window with a sitting area. For
those who really like to stretch out, the executive king room, as the name suggests, offers a king-size bed, a dressing station, a workstation, a wet bar and a sitting area with a pullout sofa bed. The rooms are decorated in rich jewel tones that provide a stately feel, and all offer complimentary Wi-Fi.
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As part of the rebranding, the hotel underwent a $6.5 million renovation, transforming it into a AAA Four Diamond boutique property filled with art from hotel king Richard Kessler’s collection. Kessler is known for his boutique and luxury hotels that feature distinctive architecture, rare art and music. Orlando is all about entertainment and dining, and everything you’re looking for is either within walking distance or a short car or trolley trip from the hotel. Located on International Drive, the Castle Hotel is about a 20-minute drive to the Magic Kingdom, Epcot and Universal theme parks and about a 10-minute drive to SeaWorld. Disney Springs (formerly Downtown Disney) is about a 15-minute drive. If you haven’t been there in a while, you’ll find some new – as well as tried-and-true – venues, including Disney Quest, an indoor interactive theme park; stage shows by Cirque du Soleil; as well as more than 40 dining options and 58 stores. International Drive is Orlando’s 62
tourist hub, with more than 350 restaurants, 900 retail outlets and one of the largest convention centers in the nation. While the big theme parks are the main attraction for Orlando visitors, I-Drive, as it’s known, has many smaller attractions, including the new Orlando Eye, a 400-foot-high Ferris-type observation wheel that provides breathtaking views in all directions; Ripley’s Believe It or Not, home to 600 exhibits and odd artifacts; WonderWorks, with 100 hands-on exhibits; and Madame Tussauds Orlando, where you can rub (wax) elbows with some of America’s favorite A-listers past and present. If you’re in town on business, the Orange County Convention Cen-
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ter is within 2 miles of the Castle Hotel, and Downtown Orlando is a 10-minute drive away. The great thing about I-Drive is that you can walk; drive; or take the I-RIDE trolley, which offers single-ride tickets or one- to 14-day passes. Although you can grab breakfast, lunch and dinner at the hotel’s restaurant or a unique hand-crafted cocktail at its Antlers Lounge, the food and beverage choices on IDrive are endless. Whether you’re in the mood for sushi and sake or tapas
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and tequila, options abound. For those seeking more than food, Dave & Buster’s provides dining and entertainment for the whole family. Adults who just want to chill can check out IceBar Orlando, home to more than 70 tons of hand-carved ice sculptures that would put even Elsa from “Frozen” to shame. Once you have sufficiently chilled out, warm up and dance the night away at the adjacent Fire Lounge. After a long day of park-hopping or sightseeing, return to the Castle Hotel’s Poseidon Spa for a hot stone silvretta massage, herbal poultice massage, lavender peppermint scalp treatment or aqua gel facial masque. Spa staffers will create an experience fit for royalty. O
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HGTV’s Jonathan And Drew Scott Have Built Their Stardom From The Ground Up
ven before we launch into our interview, the Property Brothers are already bantering back and forth, tossing sarcastic jokes around like a football. Identical twin brothers Drew and Jonathan Scott have suddenly started their own personal comedy sketch and probably don’t even realize it. That’s just part of what makes them so endearing. The handsome duo has so many great qualities that it would come as no surprise if they’re the envy of underachievers and the crush of
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women nationwide. Drew and Jonathan are not only the stars of HGTV hit television shows “Property Brothers,” “Buying & Selling” and “Brother Vs. Brother,” they are also savvy businessmen who run a production company, Scott Brothers Entertainment, with their older brother, J.D. The Canadianborn twins are also expert bagpipe players, graduates of a clown school, actors, stand-up comedians and, most recently, country music singers. “We should be 90 years
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old with all the stuff we’ve done,” Drew quips. Though he may be joking, there’s a bit of truth in what he says. These guys haven’t lived the lives of average 37-year-olds. They started working when they were 7 years old, decorating coat hangers with nylon that they sold to neighbors and friends. Word-ofmouth spread about how unique their product was, and, eventually, they were introduced to a woman who had a chain of stores in Japan. So, before these kids
even finished elementary school, they were already selling products overseas. Not long after that, the boys decided they wanted to become clowns, so they attended classes near the ranch they grew up on in Canada. They learned how to perform magic tricks and mastered juggling. At age 12, the brothers started their own clown business and performed at birthday parties, making $50 an hour. And, though they haven’t put on clown suits in years, Jonathan’s still got the magic.
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He continues to hone his skills by creating illusions and performing alongside other magicians in Las Vegas. (If you’ve watched “Property Brothers,” you know that Jonathan is still a clown, Drew says.) Entertaining has always been something both brothers love to do, which is why they took a crack at singing country music last year. Their two singles have received great reviews, and the music videos were released last month. This spring, they’ll launch their book, “Dream Home: The Property Brothers’ Ultimate Guide to Finding & Fixing Your Perfect House,” which the brothers promise will give fans a peek into their whirlwind lives. And yet another title they can now add to their collective résumé is furniture designers. They recently launched the Scott Living Collection, a line of furniture and décor that’s both luxurious and affordable. Clearly, the Scott brothers excel at a lot of things. So many, in fact, that it may seem impossible for them to pick one thing they’d like to do for the rest of their lives. Luckily, for Drew and Jonathan, they don’t have to choose. They have the energy and the good fortune to dabble in just about anything. And, so far, it seems everything they’ve set out to do has been a great success. At 18, when most kids are focused on college or getting a job, the Scott brothers were buying their first house. They helped their parents renovate houses as kids. (Jonathan and his father built a house together when Jonathan was just
16.) The brothers recall watching an infomercial one night about a guy who made millions of dollars in real estate, so they decided to give it a shot, too.
The brothers do have some differences, though. Jonathan says he is more laid-back and likes to observe, while Drew says he’s more competitive and always focused on work.
1996 with $250 down and managed to assume the seller’s mortgage on the $200,000 house. When they sold the home after renovating it, they made a $50,000 profit.
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They credit their love of comedy and the time they spent acting for making their shows as popular as they are. (Drew once appeared on “Smallville” and Jonathan on “The X-Files.”) “That background has really helped us when we’re onscreen,” Drew says. “I think that’s some of the reason why people love our shows. It’s not scripted. It’s real.” “Property Brothers,” which debuted in 2011, focuses on homebuyers who purchase and renovate fixer-uppers, with the Scott brothers guiding them through the process.
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Their parents gave them the skills they needed to branch off on their own and encouraged their sons to learn as much as they could before they took the leap into real estate. So Jonathan and Drew read tons of books and soaked up as much knowledge as they could about flipping houses. Eventually, Drew became a licensed Realtor, and Jonathan became a licensed contractor. Together, the brothers bought their first home in
The Scott brothers began to stand out to people they met, not just because they’re good-looking twins (both made People’s Sexiest Men Alive 2013 list) but also because of their personalities. They’re funny, flirty and easy to talk to. They’re also respectful of clients and determined to make them happy. Their charm and talent began to turn heads, and, before they knew it, they were hosting their own television shows.
Their friendly sibling rivalry, as well as their humor, makes the show different than other home renovation programs, and audiences seem to like what they’re doing. More than 18 million viewers watch at least one Scott brothers series every month, including “Buying & Selling” and “Brother Vs. Brother.” To help viewers tell them apart, Jonathan mirrors a construction guy since his role focuses on renovation. He sports scruff on his face MARCH 2016
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A lot happens that doesn’t get mentioned on the shows, they say, so that means, when you see clients upset or even angry, know that those feelings were really just a few minutes of a very long process. “It’s not as bad as it looks,” Jonathan says. “But it is a stressful process. My favorite part is when they give us a big hug at the end and say that they’re thankful.” Today, the brothers travel about 11 months of the year. But, when they do have time off, they usually spend it at the home they share in Las Vegas. Their 5,400-square-foot house was built by another owner right before the 2007 recession. The brothers got a good deal at $400,000, and they renovated it extensively, adding special shelving for the medieval items they’ve collected since they were kids. There’s also a pool, a bar and a grilling station guests can swim up to, as well 68
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Jonathan and Drew with “HGTV Design Star” Season 8 winner Tiffany Brooks
as a retractable movie screen and a play area for Jonathan’s two dogs. The home is as beautiful as you would expect, and it even features a commercial-grade waterslide – the only one of its kind in the city. The slide has been a point of contention because it was something Drew had frowned upon but Jonathan had insisted on. Drew is quick to say his only reason for not wanting the slide was that he didn’t think Jonathan would be home enough to enjoy it. Jonathan quickly chimes in: “I’ve used it at least 20 times!” And that’s a pretty high number, considering that they basically live out of hotels. While traveling so much can be exhilarating, it can also be lonely, and many viewers wonder if the brothers still have time to date. The answer is most certainly yes. But there’s good news and bad news when it comes to their love lives. Jonathan is divorced and now single, but Drew has spent the past four years in a relationship with Linda Phan, who works for the brothers’ production company. So, while Drew is taken, Jonathan is still out there looking for his better half. And, really, what’s not to love? He’s driven, considerate and funny. Just like his brother. Their similarities even started in the womb, when their heartbeats were synced so perfectly that doctors didn’t order an ultrasound because they assumed the heartbeat they heard was that of one baby. So imagine everyone’s surprise when it came time for delivery – and there were two babies. The brothers do have some differences, though. Jonathan says he is more laid-back and likes to observe, while Drew says he’s more competitive and always focused on work. And there is one other difference, which helps their mother figure out who is who, Jonathan says: “The way my mom describes us is that I use bigger words. That’s how she tells us apart on the phone.” O
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and wears flannels and boots, while Drew always looks more professional, with a suit and tie and slicked-back hair. The brothers say that they learn something from almost every show, including how to put themselves in their clients’ shoes. They remind us that each show really takes about two months to film, so the production crew squeezes the highlights into an estimated 40 minutes of TV time. The emotions viewers see from clients are real because, contrary to popular belief, the property owners pay for most of the work that’s being done. People assume the network or the brothers pay for everything, but they don’t.
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Nine-panel custom artwork by Rothlynn Fine Art over the Bernhardt sofa balances the 14foot ceilings by pulling the eye upward.
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COOL HUES CREATE A TRANQUIL SANCTUARY FOR A REMODEL IN BOCA RATON’S BROKEN SOUND CLUB
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he design scheme for this serene Broken Sound Club home started with a single color: teal blue. “The new owners wanted their home to be filled with the color of the ocean,” says interior designer Jill Jones of Brown’s Interior Design in Boca Raton. “They didn’t want the usual beige or gray. The final result is not your typical Florida home.” The new owners also didn’t want your typical designer. “When we bought the house in May 2013, I interviewed decorators whose names I had received through word-of-mouth,” says the client. “Then, looking at a magazine, I saw an ad for Brown’s and decided to expand my search. Within five minutes, I knew Jill and I would work well together. Jill helped me envision the big picture. She encouraged me to be a little bolder.” This was a long-distance collaboration, with the clients in New York and Jones in Boca Raton managing the entire project, from construction to decorative details. “My previous experience working with a designer was haphazard,” says the client. “But Jill was always accessible. I would’ve been overwhelmed without her, but she made everything so easy.”
For Jones, a large-scale project like this was nothing new. An interior designer in Boca Raton since 1986 and a member of Brown’s design team for 15 years, Jones has a long working relationship with local contractors and has developed a system to help clients achieve their goals. “I start by giving them homework, asking them to look through magazines and dog-ear pages of colors and design ideas that appeal to them,” she says. “Then we discuss their lifestyle and preferences, how they plan to use the house. From that, I provide a floorplan showing the placement of furniture for every room. Finally, I put together a presentation of upholstered pieces, tables, fabrics, room by room. Then we do lighting, rugs and ceiling fans. Artwork comes last, after furniture has been delivered.” Built in 1984, the 4,000-square-foot house with 14-foot ceilings had a lot going for it: an expansive sunken living (Above) Cut-velvet Century Furniture fireside chairs and a cobalt leather bench by Bernhardt provide bright pops of color in the living room. (Right) A dramatic contemporary chandelier and polished marble flooring bring elegance to the foyer.
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“The kitchen is the heart of the home. I suggested taking down the wall between the kitchen and the family room, opening up the space and offering a view of the lake.” – Jill Jones, interior designer, Brown’s Interior Design
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room with a view of the pool and a lake, as well as an open floorplan with three bedrooms, an office and five bathrooms. Every room had a great view, except the kitchen. “The kitchen is the heart of the home,” Jones says. “I suggested taking down the wall between the kitchen and the family room, opening up the space and offering a view of the lake.” The polished marble floors were in excellent shape, but the two steps leading to the living room presented a potential hazard, Jones says: “The steps were the same color as the floor, and someone could not see them and trip. We inserted contrasting tiles in a café au lait tone.” The entire house was updated, including all the bathrooms. New hardwood floors were installed in the master bedroom and accented with area rugs. The client originally wanted to remove the floor-toceiling fireplace in the living room until Jones explained its uniqueness. “It’s made of coquina stone, which came from the coral reefs off the coast of Florida and is no longer available,” she says. “We removed the fireplace’s wooden mantel and mesh fire screen and added birch logs for eye appeal. The new owners are not using it as a working fireplace.” The original owner had decorated the home in a traditional style with heavy (Above) The kitchen, which furniture. The new owner had previously been endidn’t want traditional, but closed, now offers stunning views of the swimming she also didn’t want to go pool and lake. too contemporary. “We call the look ‘soft (Left) Modified wingback chairs in a gold-toned, contemporary,’” Jones says. animal-print velvet add She suggested Century sophistication to this dining Furniture chairs for the livset by Century Furniture.
The family room reflects the dark wood of the kitchen, to which it now opens, and displays a neutral palette of soft blues and linen tones.
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Tones of cobalt and turquoise continue in the master bedroom in the cushions, bedside lamps and bench. (Below) Linen tones, dark wood and neutral carpeting create serenity in the guest bedroom.
ing room with cocktail tables by Swain and sofas and a leather bench by Bernhardt. In the dining room, modified wingback chairs upholstered in a lively, animal-print velvet add a touch of glamour to a dark wood table and chairs by Century Furniture. Jones balanced the high ceilings with eye-catching light fixtures; custom art by Rothlynn Fine Art; and custom window treatments, including motorized shades. She punched up the blue and cream color scheme with shots of lime and yellow. The blue theme follows into the family room but with softer-hued sofas, paisley throw pillows and a chocolate leather swivel chair. These subdued colors are echoed in the geometric area rug. Dark wood coordi74
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nates with the refinished kitchen cabinets, which can be seen from the family room. “The kitchen cabinets had been maple,” Jones says. “We installed new cabinet doors in a darker color and Shaker style.” In the master bedroom, the original floor-to-ceiling wood shutters were repainted bright white. Here, pops of color are found in the throw pillows and leather settee. The guest bedroom is a study in neutrals and linen tones. But it’s the poolside patio that really comes alive with splashes of turquoise and cream upholstery on dark wicker lounges, reflecting the water and sky. Renovation of the property took six months, and the interior design was completed within a year.
“When I walked through the front door, everything was in its place,” says the homeowner. “I had wanted a big reveal like on TV, and I got it. It all worked! For someone decorating long distance, it was a dream.” Although the project is complete, the client continues to rely on Jones for decorative advice, she says: “I value her opinion, and, every time I go to Brown’s, I feel like I am with friends.” Recently, while paging through a magazine, the homeowner recognized a photo of her living room in an ad for Brown’s Interior Design, announcing the firm’s 40th anniversary. “I was so excited, I called them up,” she says. “I love my house.” O
Designer Jill Jones helped her client bring the blue of the sky and ocean into her home, including the geometric print and turquoise cushions of the poolside seating area.
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GREEN DESIGN
GROWS UP Industry Advancements Give Sustainable Products A Fresh New Look BY EUSTACIA HUEN
The lumber used in the production of SKLAR’S WAVE BEDROOM set comes from within 500 miles of the factory from legal and well managed forests.
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tually saves energy. We also hear more requests lately from designers and clients to source sustainable products.” Bacchi B hi adds: dd “I am already l d witi nessing Miami react to more sustainable design.” Indeed, as a study by BCC Research reported in November, the green building-materials market in the United States is set to reach $69 billion by 2019. And today’s products are leaps and bounds ahead of what was available even 15 years ago, when
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“At 1 Hotel & Homes South Beach, we used live-edge wood coffee tables, natural fabrics for the furnishings, LED lamps and more. The climate control of this unit actually saves energy. We also hear more requests lately from designers and clients to source sustainable products.” – Paulo Bacchi, CEO, Artefacto
builders and designers were limited to very expensive and often generic-looking options when going green. Now, thanks in N h k to advances d i technology and demand from an increasingly eco-conscious public, options abound, and many green products are so attractive that they blend seamlessly with their conventional counterparts. But aesthetics are only part of the equation, Bacchi says: “The most important thing is to educate
Designer Julian Lechner created KAFFEFORM CUPS AND SAUCERS with recycled coffee grounds and renewable raw materials. The products are washable and reusable.
The AURA PENDANT by Tech Lighting, available at LBU Lighting, offers substantial energy savings as well as a low-voltage electronic dimmer.
CAESARSTONE COUNTERTOPS, available at Allied Kitchen & Bath, are made from engineered quartz using sustainable practices.
The CALLIGARIS SAMI UPHOLSTERED WOODEN CHAIR is Forest Stewardship Council certified, meaning it was made following guidelines to support worldwide management of forests and plantations.
Today’s designers are taking eco-friendly design in wildly different directions. people that green design is less costly [due to energy savings] and positively impacts the environment.” Today’s designers are taking ecofriendly design in wildly different directions. At the London Design Festival in September, The Art of Progress exhibition showcased a series of upcycled furniture, earth-friendly fixtures and sustainable accessories. Artists from the UK-based Human Nature collective demonstrated cutting marble tiles with water jet ma-
chines, making coffee cups from recycled coffee grounds and fashioning lamps from restored 19th-century brass and glass globes. Far from the dull products of the past, these are sturdy yet distinctive art forms. For Portuguese designer Martinho Pita, sustainable design is not only about using eco-friendly materials. It’s also about utilizing stronger and higher quality materials that could last for generations. In his Bichos collection of hand-
made lamps, he uses branches from the azinheira holly oak tree, known for its durability. Since the tree is edging toward extinction, harvesting its wood requires extra care and attention to ensure that the right branches are cut at the right angle for the rest of the tree to survive. At Artefacto, a Brazilian brand famous for its pieces from Jader Almeida’s trademark collection of 1960sinfluenced curvy seats, minimalistic lighting fixtures and unusual cork
and marble stools, being eco-friendly is not simply a fleeting design trend but part of the company’s DNA. “We use wood that is certifiably sustainable from tracts with trees that have fallen down naturally as well as bamboo and rattan,” says Bacchi. “It’s the Brazilian way. Deforestation is a challenging issue, and we must address our consumption, and this must begin with the kind of materials we use.” On the other hand, some take a MARCH 2016
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Kobi Karp, CEO of Miamibased Kobi Karp Architecture and Interior Design, believes that sustainable design is the future and the best way to design buildings and spaces in the long run.
Combining a restored 19th-century brass frame and hand-blown glass globes, Lionel Jadot Workshops demonstrates a glamorous take on upcycling in THE BELL LAMP.
Available at Allied Kitchen & Bath, HANSGROHE FAUCETS feature EcoAIR technology, which adds air to every drop of water, offering up to 40 percent water savings.
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futuristic approach when it comes to eco-friendly design, sourcing new manufacturing techniques, materials and even product types that are currently undeveloped or even nonexistent. Kobi Karp, CEO of Miami-based Kobi Karp Architecture and Interior Design, believes that sustainable design is the future and the best way to design buildings and 78
GROVE ECOSYSTEM features a mini garden on top of an aquarium, providing fish with clean water and plants with organic nutrients.
spaces in the long run. He sees this trend gathering speed in South Florida. For instance, Karp and his team recently created a roof-
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top pool with a glass bottom, heated via solar power. During the day, the pool acts as a natural skylight for the living area below. At night, LEDs are switched on to create a dramatic look for the residence. In particular, designers have taken great strides in honing water-saving options. In August, Nebia launched a highly successful Kickstarter campaign for a pioneering showerhead design that raised more than $3 million and attracted more than 8,500
backers, including Apple CEO Tim Cook. Utilizing the same technology often used in building rocket engines and medical equipment, Nebia created a showerhead that atomizes water into millions of tiny droplets. This means the showerhead can cover 10 times more surface area and save approximately 70 percent of water used. The easily installable product – constructed from a high-density polymer with an anodized aluminum bracket – is quite sleek as well.
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Marjan Van Aubel’s CURRENT WINDOWS deliver an eco-friendly edge to traditional stained glass windows with solar cells that generate renewable energy.
NEBIA’S innovative self-installed system has a 27-inch adjustable sliding bracket, a portable wand and a 45-degree tilt showerhead, which may minimize water usage by 70 percent.
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LITTLE GERLA, a collection created by Moreno Ratti using a water jet machine to cut a single marble tile into vases of different sizes and shapes. Paulo Bacchi, CEO of Artefacto, created the Arte 5 Canyon line of products, including the RIGEL NATURAL LOUNGE CHAIR, made with raw organic woods that give the appearance of being untouched.
Yet, 3-D printing might have the most potential for advancing sustainable design. In September, the Venice Future exhibition showcased Breaking the Mould, a project that paired 3-D-printed ceramic with traditional Murano glass-blowing to create 14 unique vessels – hybrids of cutting-edge technology and centuries-old craft.
“The most important thing is to educate people that green design is less costly due to energy savings and positively impacts the environment.” – Paulo Bacchi
While Murano glass is expensive to manufacture, implementing 3-D printing into the production process could save money and waste.
Chicago designer Liz Daily agrees. According to The Guardian UK, she believes the ability to test products by creating inexpensive parts or molds with 3-D printers could help “eliminate product flaws earlier in the process to help create higher-quality products, resulting in less overall product waste,” she says. Daily also highlighted the potential of 3-D printing to replace broken product parts: “I think reclaiming the idea of ‘product repair’
could make a serious impact on the idea of sustainability by reintroducing the idea of fixing products when they break, rather than replacing the whole product,” she says. Ultimately, whether it comes in the form of natural materials or high-tech sleekness, Bacchi sees sustainable design quickly gaining traction with consumers and design professionals in South Florida and beyond, he says: “The change is happening.” O MARCH 2016
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old, beautiful and boisterous, Celerie Kemble’s designs wholly reflect the woman who created them. The celebrity interior designer is courageous in her art but never fails to honor its purpose: to provide a unique environment for a home’s residents and to marry whimsy, sentimentality and function. “In life, as in design, it is not perfection you should be after,” she says. “There is beauty in the faded and the worn, the well-loved and the sentimental. After all, life has its seams. Your home should be like a loosely woven fabric of desires, memories, the practical, notions and even compromises.” The 42-year-old was raised in Palm Beach by her eclectic mother, Mimi Maddock McMakin, who founded Kemble Interiors Inc. in 1982. The firm is known for its whimsical use of color and respectful restorations of historical estates across America. McMakin and Kemble are partners in the firm, recently dubbed society’s “witty WASP” decorators by Harper’s Bazaar. Kemble heads the New York office, while her mom is in charge of the Palm Beach location. A third musketeer, Phoebe Kemble, 38, is director and head chef of Kemble Kitchens in London. Both sisters maintain close ties to Palm Beach, where their mother instilled in them a love of nature, beauty and joy at a very young age. “Palm Beach is timeless; it has always been beautiful, clean, full of flowers and Southern friendliness,” McMakin says. Kemble says that her childhood
was somewhat of a tutorial for her current occupation, as she often visited construction sites, antique stores and homes designed by her mother. “My mom taught me that pretty can be fun, where quality really counts and when the whole concept of style is the least significant thing you can think about,” she says. She maintains residences in Manhattan; Palm Beach; Bellport, N.Y.; and the Dominican Republic. “Almost everything in all of my homes is filled with passion and whimsy and, most importantly, sentimentality,” Kemble says. “My apartment in New York, for example, is an instant oasis that takes you out of the city. It is colorful and layered. My home in Palm Beach where I grew up is beautiful in every way imaginable. And my Bellport home is close to the city but completely removed. It is a seaside town that’s the perfect Big Apple escape.” She recently completed her vacation house in the Dominican Republic on the Playa Grande Beach Club’s 2,000-acre grounds. She designed the resort, which she says is her most ambitious undertaking yet, as well as its nine guest cottages, outfitted in pale marine color palettes and each uniquely furnished. Kemble is working on additional jungle bungalows, which she calls “jungalows,” for the property. Her work in the Dominican Republic was recently featured in Architectural Digest. “I’ve been developing the property for 11 years now and still have so many visions to complete,” she says. “It’s an ongoing project.” The mother of three children – Rascal, 9; Zinnia, 7; and Wick, 5 – graduated from Harvard University and worked briefly in
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film production before she heeded her calling, an affinity for design and the creation of thoughtful interiors that “put the person in the place.” “I endeavor to design homes that are personal and unique to my clients,” she explains of her creative process. “I try to find the right balance of elegance, whimsy and comfort. Some elements that come into play are the flow of their lives in relation to the layout, what will make each room distinctive – the shapes, patterns or colors – and what makes the room feel dynamic – mirrors, artwork or lighting, perhaps.” She says that the biggest error most of us make when designing our homes is
“I endeavor to design homes that are personal and unique to my clients. I try to find the right balance of elegance, whimsy and comfort.” Pool house, Kentucky design project
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trying to make everything match. “People tend to make safe choices, sticking to neutral colors, getting the sofa and love seat in oatmeal, for example, and then building around that. I work backwards. I find some piece that my client absolutely loves, like a vintage sculpture, and place that prominently in the room. I layer the remaining pieces around that until the room starts to come alive and has impact.” As an example, Kemble talks about her family’s retreat in the Adirondack Mountains. It was described by Harper’s Bazaar as a “sprawling, high-luxe fantasy of twigs and bark, taxidermy and cashmere,” trademarks of the McMakin-Kemble
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clan. The name of the home is, appropriately, Treetops, and the mother-daughter duo collaborated to create the haven, far removed from their frenetic lives. It features seven bedrooms, a 25-foothigh cathedral ceiling, deep-cushioned window seats and a massive stone fireplace. “The only thing better than a woodburning fireplace is a fourth glass of wine,” Kemble quips. “Seriously, there is nothing as cozy and enveloping and sensual and mesmerizing as a wood-burning fireplace.” In her Manhattan apartment, she proudly displays a primitive, painted leather dinosaur puppet, measuring 4 feet long, that she believes was made in France in the late 1800s. “It’s humble and dorky but something that someone made to delight a child and took the time to do so,” she says. In addition to her work as a designer, Kemble has many irons in the fire. In 2008, she wrote her first monograph, “Celerie Kemble: To Your Taste,” followed by “Black and White: And a Bit in Between” in 2011. She has appeared in J. Crew’s “Real Women” ads and alongside industry leaders in Benjamin Moore’s “Experts” campaign.
“My mom taught us to stay grounded and down-to-earth. We are not artistes. We are service-oriented designers who will even make our clients’ beds, if necessary.” She has also created fabrics and wall coverings for F. Schumacher and a collection of floor coverings for Merida Meridian. Plus, Kemble has her own collection of furniture with Henredon and debuted her accessory line with Maitland-Smith in 2013. A compulsive shopper and flea market aficionado (her favorites are in Brimfield, Mass., and Round Top, Texas), she finds designing her own homes the most difficult. “It’s my greatest challenge,” she says. “I have this huge buffet of pieces that I love and can’t decide which is going to be the focal point. However, when I design for someone else, I have more clarity and vision of what they want.” MARCH 2016
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One would think that designing and shopping with other people’s money would be a dream job, but Kemble admits that some projects are more daunting than others. “Every project has a melting point,” she says. “I am dealing with contractors, builders, a host of other people and their egos. At times, there is simply bad karma going around that cascades into everything. I just keep my head down and rely on my amazing team – all women – to keep me centered. No matter how bad the situation is on the job or what a sourpuss I have for a client, I have my support group, and we always come through.” A tight support group holds true on the domestic front as well. “I have an incredible staff of babysitters and nannies who keep the family glued together,” she laughs. “It’s a riot because we are all foodies and gluttons, so meal times around here are sheer chaos. Everyone’s cooking their own meal, including the kids.” Even though Kemble Interiors has worked with many high-profile clients, company policy is to never kiss and tell. “The problem with many celebrities is that they want something for nothing,” she says. “We don’t work that way. We
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“In life, as in design, it is not perfection you should be after. There is beauty in the faded and the worn, the wellloved and the sentimental. After all, life has its seams. Your home should be like a loosely woven fabric of desires, memories, the practical, notions and even compromises.”
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work hard to design beautiful homes for our clients, but we work for the money, not the glory.” She adds: “My mom taught us to stay grounded and down-to-earth. We are not artistes. We are service-oriented designers who will even make our clients’ beds, if necessary.” Her best advice to newlyweds, who may be concerned about furnishing their first home, is typical Kemble wit. “Buy down pillows and the best Egyptian cotton sheets for your bed,” she says. “You’re going to be spending a lot of time naked and intimate in that bed, so really feather your nest!” She predicts that the design world will enjoy a return to elegant wicker furnishings and chintz fabric in the near future. “I think we lost wicker and rattan to a low-market sensibility in the 1980s and ’90s,” she says. “I think our souls need less fundamental furniture and more pieces that are curvy and gentle, like the delicate Victorian wicker pieces, with intricate pattern work.” Kemble’s passion for design is only surpassed by her passion for family. “We often get together and just cook and eat and drink wine while the kids run around making things heartwarmingly chaotic,” she says. “Phoebe flies over from London and takes charge of the kitchen, making fabulous comfort food like chicken pot pie, thyme-scented Brussels sprouts and chocolate soufflé. She loves spoiling her niece and nephews.” And Kemble often reminisces about her childhood in Palm Beach. “My favorite color is still shell pink, which was the color of the living room in my childhood home,” she says. “Pink is flexible, flattering, bright and buoyant, like the color lining the inside of a conch shell. It’s spirit-lifting. “When I visit Palm Beach, I notice just how manicured everything is nowadays. I miss baking in the summer and the lawn getting scorched before we had so many amenities. But, on the other hand, it’s nice to see so many young families living there.” And Kemble says there’s a chance her family’s multigenerational company will continue, with her children following in her designer footsteps. “My oldest son was asked what his favorite color was, and he said, ‘Sparkle,’” she says. “I thought, ‘OK, he gets it!’” O
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Stunner Waterfront
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ABOVE: With its serene setting on the Intracoastal Waterway, the Caribbean coral-stone and glasswalled home blends modern and natural elements. RIGHT: Two-story window walls are part of the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bold architecture, providing unobstructed views from both floors. A volcanicrock cube fountain highlights the entry. FAR RIGHT: Under the privacy of palm trees, the geometric resort-style pool offers the ideal place to unwind and entertain.
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hen designers Jessica Lee and Rachel Ortiz of MarcMichaels Interior Design in Boca Raton began work on this waterfront spec home in The Estates, they decided to balance the old and the new. The subtly glamorous, modern residence captures the essence of Gold Coast living in one of Boca Raton’s oldest and most prestigious coastal neighborhoods. Both designers credit builder Jeff Norman, owner of J.H. Norman Construction Company, who had very specific ideas and input as the project progressed from inception in November 2014 to completion in July 2015. The 10,876-square-foot home features five bedrooms, five full baths and three half-baths, and it is configured with soaring window walls and glassrailed balconies, providing unobstructed views of the Intracoastal Waterway. Encased in spans of Caribbean coral-stone and impact glass, the bold architecture gets a soft touch with Neolith panels imported from Spain and African sapele wood. The main objective for Ortiz, project manager for
interior detailing, and Lee, senior designer and project manager, was to create a home with a modern aesthetic (which both designers gravitate toward personally) that’s also warm and inviting. The project also required that the design appeal to a wide audience. Working with the innovative architecture of George Brewer and the masterful landscape design of Dave Bodker, the designers opted for a warm color scheme, ranging from light taupe and soft gold to gray, cream and beige. The designers also included organic elements throughout via finishes and materials. While broad appeal was essential, so was capturing the beauty of the home’s waterfront locale. Panoramic views and water elements are central themes. For example, a volcanic-rock cube fountain highlights the entry, which is all glass, except for the front door. “We wanted to incorporate a water element at the front of the house,” Ortiz says. “There is such a great view of the Intracoastal when you walk into the home and from the backyard – you’re never losing
“We didn’t have the typical case where we had a specific client, so there was more freedom than usual with this project. Even though we didn’t have a specific buyer in mind, we just wanted to keep this appealing to a broad demographic.” – Rachel Ortiz, project manager for interior detailing, Marc-Michaels Interior Design
the view as you walk into the space, which is a huge selling point – but this was just another way to bring a little bit of that when you approach, a bit of tranquility. It is just a low water feature in the ground, so it’s not something that hides your views or interferes with the architecture.” Complementing the gorgeous views is the open floor plan, which Ortiz and Lee appreciated from a design standpoint. Yet, it also presented some challenges. “We wanted to make the rooms cohesive,” Ortiz says. “The rooms needed to be different, but, because everything is open to one another, it still needed to flow.” A balance of intimacy and drama was created by incorporating wood elements in a variety of ways, say the designers. “Whether it is a ceiling feature or wall detail – and by mixing and matching those – we maintained a flow throughout the house,” Ortiz says. MARCH 2016
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two-story living and dining room creates an effortless and open floor plan. A perfect place to sit and take it all in is Bernhardt’s Ardmore bench in metallic gray leather.
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Wood is used throughout the living and dining room, done in light neutrals and soft golds and set off by an Onyx Velluto double-height, see-through linear fireplace and a cove-lit mahogany ceiling. Sharing the fireplace, the window-walled club room, in black and dark charcoal gray with warm wood tones and brass accents, has a “floating” mahogany slat ceiling and a custom granite-and-wenge-wood wet bar. “To keep it warm and inviting, we went with a mix of all very clean lines but that have an organic element,” says Lee.
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For example, she notes, the chamcha wood Phillips Collection dining table has a free-form edge. “The space was so generous that the scale of the furniture also needed to be fairly large,” she says. “We wanted to make sure that, even with the furnishings, nothing would obstruct the view.” Separated from the main living space by a walnut accent wall, the kitchen features Italian-crafted Casa Mia cabinetry in contrasting matte lacquer and quarter-sawn-oak finishes, Caesarstone counters and a custom-designed marble backsplash.
“We wanted the kitchen to be clean and uncluttered,” Lee explains. “We didn’t want lots of things just sitting out on countertops. The refrigerators are seamless – you can’t even tell they’re there. They’re next to the oven. On the other side of the cooktop, across from the refrigerator wall, there are two wine-storage closets that you do see, and then there’s a built-in walnut wall with retractable doors, which creates a little coffee area. You can keep that open, but it can also be closed off if you have coffee machines or other items you don’t want to be seen.” On the main level, the flooring comprises imported Olive Marone marble. The designers switched to wide-plank, French white-oak floors on the second story.
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in black and dark charcoal gray, shares a fireplace with the living room and features a floating slat ceiling and a custom wet bar. TOP: Maintaining a
cohesive flow throughout the house was managed with ceiling features and wall details like the Indira Wall Bowls by Studio A.
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The kitchen boasts Caesarstone counters and a backsplash pattern from designer Marc Thee’s Essence Collection.
“We wanted the kitchen to be clean and uncluttered. We didn’t want lots of things just sitting out on countertops. The refrigerators are seamless – you can’t even tell they’re there.” – Jessica Lee, senior designer and project manager, Marc-Michaels Interior Design
Accessing the second level was another design consideration. Open to the living and dining room below, the striking glass-railed floating catwalk can be reached by elevator or floating staircase, which has a hand-crafted Spinneybeck handrail covered in glove leather. “We wanted to keep that main stair as open as possible,” says Ortiz. “If you’re standing in front of it, you still get a glimpse of the view. We didn’t want to obstruct that in any way. We thought the floating wood treads would be the way to go. And it allows you to see that unique water feature in the front of the home. It captures your eyes both inside and out.” Upstairs, the designers took a unique approach in the master bathroom. “We used book-matched Calcutta slab marble on the back wall of the shower, which you can actually see from the hallway as you’re walking towards the master bedroom,” says Ortiz. “The glass panel in front of the tub allows you to look in at the tub and straight into the shower as well. Another detail about the bathroom is that the marble floor runs straight out into the hall and then up the wall – and there are two openings into the master bathroom.” 90
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BELOW: Wood is used throughout the dining area, which is done in light neutrals and soft golds. Formal or casual meals are enjoyed at the Live Edge Dining Table by the Phillips Collection.
Lee and Ortiz also opted for a unique feature with the tub. “We wanted the vanity and some other storage on either side of it, and we wanted that to be fully enclosed, so we continued the stained wood element you see on the vanity and added a little additional storage,” says Ortiz. “The custom builder actually made a custom cubby of the stone to go inside the tub so you can store towels, and everything is hidden from view yet still easily accessible.” As one might expect in such a modern home, the latest hightech luxuries are used throughout, including Lutron’s flagship
RIGHT, CENTER: Bookmatched Calcutta slab marble on the back wall of the shower in the master bathroom can be seen from the hallway. Fixtures are by Franz Viegener, Dornbracht and Gessi. RIGHT, BOTTOM: In true spa
style, the master bath is clean and uncluttered but features plenty of amenities, like double vanities with mirror televisions. LEFT: The casual dining area provides the perfect breakfast spot and joins together the kitchen and family room, offering ample room for entertaining.
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ABOVE: The master bedroom is a true sanctuary in soft, silvery blue with crisp white accents and window walls. RIGHT: An eye-catching centerpiece, the custom Tufted Mineral Leather Ottoman by Lee, adorns the lounge, which is appointed in cream, warm beige and pops of teal.
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“To keep it warm and inviting, we went with a mix of all very clean lines but that have an organic element.” – Jessica Lee
HomeWorks QS lighting and shade control system, a professionalgrade network from PakEdge to keep the Wi-Fi signal strong everywhere and a Savant audiovisual system with three 70-inch Sony televisions. Audio inside and out features KEF Ci Series in-ceiling speakers, which are powered by Savant amplifiers and switching gear. Both systems, along with the HVAC, fireplace and outside fire pit, are manipulated by the Savant control system. These systems are accessed by an in-wall touch panel in the great room or any smartphone or tablet. To take advantage of the ample outdoor space, the glass-walled living areas on the main level open to a coral-stone terrace around
a palm-studded geometric pool with sun shelf and infinity spa. An outdoor kitchen serves the loggia with its dining chairs, accent tables and lounge chairs, all by Restoration Hardware. A fire pit adds warmth and ambience, while tall stands of bamboo trees give lush, Zen-like privacy to the sides of the grounds. “We didn’t have the typical case where we had a specific client, so there was more freedom than usual with this project,” says Ortiz. “Even though we didn’t have a specific buyer in mind, we just wanted to keep this appealing to a broad demographic. The builder wanted a modern house but didn’t want it to come off as cold, so that was our focus – to make sure it is warm and inviting to everyone.” O MARCH 2016
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Delray Beach Bacon & Bourbon Festival Returns For Second Year
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A new feature this year is the exclusive Bourbon Library. This private lounge includes comfortable seating; cocktail servers; and a relaxing atmosphere to taste and enjoy rare bourbon, including Blood Oath, Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection and EH Taylor Cured Oak.
ome people believe that everything is better with bacon. Combine that with the quintessential American liquor, bourbon, and many will find this indulgent pairing hard to resist. After a successful inaugural year, the Delray Beach Bacon & Bourbon Festival returns with another two-day event, March 18 & 19, at the Delray Beach Center for the Arts – complete with some tantalizing new additions. This year, organizers have expanded the culinary offerings of unique bacon and pork dishes created by local chefs. Options range from a bacon sandwich with roast-
ed bourbon-barbecue pork to a sundae made entirely of bacon, with bourbon and caramel sauce. To complement these savory eats, guests can enjoy a diverse selection of bourbons and whiskeys. Spirits seminars and tastings enhance the experience as attendees learn about the distilling process and much more. A new feature this year is the exclusive Bourbon Library. This private lounge includes comfortable seating; cocktail servers; and a relaxing atmosphere to taste and enjoy rare bourbon, including Blood Oath, Buffalo Trace Experimental
Collection and EH Taylor Cured Oak. The Delray Beach Bacon & Bourbon Festival will also offer plenty of entertainment, including yard games like cornhole, bocce, Jenga, checkers and a pig racing game (we kid you not), as well as live blues music on the mainstage. All in all, it’s like a Southern backyard party – right in the heart of Delray Beach. O Call 561-279-0907 or visit delraybaconand bourbonfest.com. – Sebastian Cardone
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SWITCH IT UP EATING BREAKFAST FOR DINNER IS A DELICIOUS CHANGE OF PACE
Tired of the same old dinner? Turn your daily routine on its head – and surprise your loved ones – by forgoing traditional supper dishes and enjoying breakfast for dinner instead. These whimsical choices, from “Breakfast for Dinner” by Carol Hilker, combine elements of both morning and evening meals for delicious fare that the whole family will enjoy. From sweet treats to savory entrées, dare to be different with these creative recipes. Who knows? You just might find yourself eating dinner for breakfast next.
PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY FRENCH TOAST Peanut butter and jelly is a classic combination. These French toasts are coated in sweet honey-roasted peanuts, but, if you like salty flavors, you could replace them with crushed, salted peanuts instead. (Serves 4) INGREDIENTS 4 large, thick slices brioche or white bread 3 tbsp. crunchy peanut butter 3 tbsp. fruit jelly (flavor of your choosing) 1 cup honey-roasted peanuts 4 eggs Scant ½ cup heavy cream 1 tbsp. granulated sugar Pinch of salt
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1-2 tbsp. butter, for greasing Confectioners sugar for dusting INSTRUCTIONS
Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket in the top of each brioche slice to create a large cavity. Take care not to cut all the way through as this cavity will hold your filling. Carefully spread some peanut butter and jelly inside each pocket using a knife, then press the opening down to close the pocket. Put the peanuts in a food processor, and pulse to a fine crumb; pour onto a large plate, and set aside. Whisk together the eggs, cream, granulated sugar and salt in a mixing bowl; transfer to a shallow dish, and set aside. Melt the butter in a large skillet set over medium heat until the butter begins to foam. Soak each filled slice in the egg mixture on one side for a few seconds; turn over, and soak the other side. The slices should be fully coated in egg but not too soggy – it is best to soak one slice at a time. Carefully move the slices to the peanut plate, and coat in fine crumbs on both sides. Put each slice in the pan before soaking and cooking the next slice. Cook for a few minutes on each side until the slices are golden brown, but take care that the nuts do not burn. Keep the
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cooked toast warm while you cook the remaining slices in the same way, adding a little butter to the pan each time, if required. Serve the toasts immediately, dusted with confectioners sugar.
BUTTERMILK PANCAKES WITH SALMON & HORSERADISH CREAM Bellini pancakes topped with smoked salmon make fantastic canapés. For a more indulgent version, why not serve large, fluffy buttermilk pancakes seasoned with chives and topped with smoked salmon and horseradish cream? (Serves 4) INGREDIENTS 1¹⁄³ cups self-rising flour, sifted 1 tsp. baking powder 2 eggs, separated ²⁄³ cup buttermilk 2 tsp. granulated sugar 1 tbsp. chives, finely chopped, plus extra for sprinkling Salt and freshly ground black pepper ¹⁄³ cup milk 1 cup crème fraîche 1 heaped tbsp. creamed horseradish 1-2 tbsp. butter, for frying 2½ cups smoked salmon, to serve 1 lemon, sliced into wedges, to serve INSTRUCTIONS
To make the pancake batter, put the flour, baking powder, egg yolks,
buttermilk, granulated sugar and chives in a large mixing bowl, and whisk together. Season well with salt and pepper, and then gradually add the milk until the batter is smooth and pourable. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whisked egg whites into the batter mixture using a spatula. Cover, and put in the refrigerator to rest for 30 minutes. For the horseradish cream, whisk together the crème fraîche and horseradish in a mixing bowl, and season with salt and pepper. When you are ready to serve, remove the batter mixture from the refrigerator, and stir once. Put a little butter in a large skillet set over medium heat. Allow the butter to melt and coat the base of the pan; ladle small amounts of the rested batter into the pan, leaving a little space between each. Cook until the underside of each pancake is golden brown and a few bubbles start to appear on the top – this will take about 2-3 minutes. Turn the pancake over using a spatula, and cook on the other side until golden brown. Serve the pancakes warm, topped with a generous spoon of the horseradish cream, slices of smoked salmon and a wedge of lemon to squeeze over the top. Sprinkle with extra chives, and enjoy.
“Breakfast for Dinner” is written by Carol Hilker with photography by Toby Scott. It’s published by Ryland Peters & Small – CICO Books – and retails for $19.95. Find it at rylandpeters.com or wherever books are sold.
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CHORIZO BREAKFAST NACHO SKILLET WITH HOMEMADE TORTILLA CHIPS Breakfast nachos are perfect for any time of day. Using chorizo sausage, egg and cheese, this recipe easily transitions from breakfast to dinner. (Serves 4) TORTILLA CHIPS INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 packet soft flour or corn tortillas SKILLET INGREDIENTS 1 lb. chorizo sausage ½ white onion, chopped 5 eggs, beaten 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped 2 jarred jalapeño peppers, sliced 8 oz. finely shredded Mexican blend cheese ½ cup sour cream TOOLS Baking sheet, lightly greased Cast-iron skillet INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat the oven to 350° F. First make the tortilla chips. With a pastry brush or basting brush, paint a very light coating of oil on one side of each tortilla. Stack the tortillas, greased side up, in an even pile. Divide the stack in two, and cut the tortillas into quarters and then into eighths. Separate the chips, and arrange them, greased side up, on the prepared baking sheet. Bake the chips in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until they are crisp and just beginning to brown slightly. Remove them from the oven, but you can leave the oven on if you are ready to make the skillet. Cook the chorizo in a skillet over medium heat until crumbled and evenly browned, about 5 minutes. Drain, and set aside. Cook the onion in the same skillet until soft; stir in the eggs, and scramble with the onion. Mix in the tomatoes, and continue to cook and stir until the eggs are nearly set. Remove from the heat. Spread a layer of tortilla chips in a medium cast-iron skillet. Scatter the chorizo and the scrambled egg mixture over the chips. Top with jalapeño slices, and cover with the shredded cheese. Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, 7-10 minutes. Serve hot, with sour cream, and eat with your fingers.
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MAPLE-CURED BACON & TOMATO SANDWICH There’s no turning back once you’ve tried homemade maplecured bacon, although you will need to prepare it a week in advance. It’s the perfect component for this take on the BLT. (Serves 4) SANDWICH INGREDIENTS Maple-cured bacon (see below), 2 slices per sandwich 8 slices sourdough bread 2 tbsp. mayonnaise
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4 eggs, cooked on both sides (optional) 8 tomato slices 4 slices cheddar cheese (optional) 1 handful arugula Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Sweet pickles and sweet potato fries, to serve BACON INGREDIENTS 1 cup sea salt 2 cups brown sugar (preferably soft dark brown sugar) 1 cup pure maple syrup 5-10 lbs. pork belly, washed and patted dry, with the skin left on
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In a medium bowl, combine the salt, sugar and maple syrup. Rub the mixture over the pork belly on both sides. Place the pork in a large resealable plastic bag with a zip, and seal tightly. Refrigerate, and let cure for 7 days, turning once a day. After 7 days, the bacon will be cured. Cut off a small piece, and fry it to test the saltiness of the bacon. If the bacon doesn’t taste too salty after being cooked, you are ready to proceed. If the bacon tastes
too salty, soak the remaining pork belly in cold water for 1 hour. Once the bacon is ready to cook, carefully slice it into strips of desired thickness. Fry it for 3-4 minutes per side, until it reaches the crispiness you like. Fry the eggs, if using. Assemble the sandwiches with slices of sourdough bread, mayonnaise, eggs (if using), tomatoes, cheddar cheese (if using), arugula, salt and pepper. Serve with sweet pickles and sweet potato fries. O
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Fort Lauderdale’s New Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits Serves Up Rum Drinks And Farm-To-Table Food BY JULIE KAY
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amed rumrunner Bill McCoy invented an ingenious way of smuggling liquor during Prohibition: the burlock, a package that holds six bottles wrapped in straw and sewed up tightly in burlap. When McCoy was chased by authorities, he would dump the burlock overboard and then recover the sack, fully intact, ashore the next day.
pect the old smuggler himself to walk in at any minute and offer up some of his rum. In fact, many of the cocktails at the restaurant honor McCoy’s memory, like Bill’s Spirit, with Conch Republic rum, grapefruitinfused Carpano Antica, Martinique cane sugar and Angostura bitters. Burlock Coast opened in November, featuring floor-
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McCoy’s legacy of providing pure Bahamian rum to thirsty Americans lives on at Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits, the new restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale. Surrounded by nautical touches like ropes, treasure chests and even a burlock, with ship lights twinkling in the distance, you almost ex-
where Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits is located in The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale, 1 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. For more information, call 954-302-6560 or visit burlockcoast.com. 108
to-ceiling windows offering a stunning view of the Atlantic Ocean. The only restaurant in the newly renovated hotel, it’s open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It’s also making a name as a local watering hole, with a dozen wines by the “cask,” beers on tap and an indoor-outdoor wraparound bar. Chef Gavin Pera’s menu emphasizes locally sourced, organic, farm-to-table food, from the seafood to the breads to the vegetables. The focus is on freshness rather than heavy sauces, salt and spices. In fact, “sauces” for many dishes are served on the side in white toothpaste-like tubes – a whimsical approach we’ve never seen before. For starters, we had the
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Surrounded by nautical touches like ropes, treasure chests and even a burlock, with ship lights twinkling in the distance, you almost expect the old smuggler himself to walk in at any minute.
Heirloom Tomatoes – peeled and the size of marbles, they tasted like they were plucked from the soil just minutes prior – served with arugula, cheese curd and pork loin shavings. We also enjoyed the generous portion of Tuna Tartare, served with crispy tostones in a paper sack. Seafood might dominate the main courses, but the star of the show was the Niman NY Steak, marinated with bone marrow “butter”
and served alongside roasted root vegetables. The Lobster Pasta was also a winner. Lobster chunks, fat pappardelle noodles, tomato, spinach and asparagus all swam in a creamy sauce. Even non-dessert types will have trouble passing up the selections prepared by Pastry Chef Ryan Cross. The BC Donuts come in a burlap sack, fresh from the oven. Dusted generously with cinnamon and brown
sugar, they melt in your mouth. The donuts are served with white-chocolate banana rum sauce for dipping and a praline spread in the signature white tube. Another crowd-pleaser, especially for large groups, is the Key Lime Pie For Many. The entire mini pie is topped with toasted meringue crunch “cookies” and candied lime peel – the perfect twist to end a meal at Burlock Coast. O
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THE CAPITAL GRILLE Town
13 AMERICAN TABLE 451 E.
Center at Boca Raton ❘ 6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.1077 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.
B I T E S/
561.409.2061
ABE & LOUIE’S Glades Plaza
❘ 2200 W. Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.447.0024 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday.
CHOPS LOBSTER BAR Royal Palm Place ❘ 101 Plaza Real S. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.2675 ❘ Dinner nightly.
Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday.
CUT 432 432 E. Atlantic
THE ALCHEMIST 100 Clematis
Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.9898 ❘ Dinner nightly.
St. ❘ West Palm Beach ❘ 561.355.0691 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Sunday. ANGLE Eau Palm Beach Resort
& Spa ❘ 100 S. Ocean Blvd. ❘ Manalapan ❘ 561.540.4850 ❘ Dinner Thursday-Saturday. THE ATLANTIC GRILLE The Seagate Hotel & Spa ❘ 1000 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.665.4900 ❘ Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday. (Lunch Monday-Friday November-May.) BAZILLE Nordstrom, Town
Center at Boca Raton ❘ 5820 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.620.3286 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. BISTRO 241 241 N.E. Second
Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.330.4080 ❘ Lunch and brunch Saturday and Sunday. Dinner nightly. BOGART’S BAR & GRILLE
Cinemark Palace 20 ❘ 3200 Airport Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.3044 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. BONEFISH GRILL Shoppes at Boca Grove ❘ 21065 Powerline Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.483.4949 ❘ Lunch Saturday and Sunday. Dinner nightly. BREWZZI Glades Plaza ❘ 2222 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.2739 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. BURT & MAX’S Delray
Marketplace ❘ 9089 W. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.6380 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday. BUTCHER BLOCK GRILL Fountains
Center ❘ 7000 W. Camino Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.409.3035 ❘ Lunch Saturday and Sunday. Dinner nightly. 110
DADA 52 N. Swinton Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.330.3232 ❘ Dinner nightly. FIFTH AVENUE GRILL 821 S.
Federal Highway ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday. 561.265.0122
GARY RACK’S FAT ROOSTER
204 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.266.3642 ❘ Breakfast MondayFriday. Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday. GRAND LUX CAFE Town Center at Boca Raton ❘ 6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.2141 ❘ Breakfast Saturday and Sunday. Lunch and dinner daily. THE GRILLE ON CONGRESS
5101 Congress Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.912.9800 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner Monday-Saturday. HENRY’S The Shoppes at Addison
Place ❘ 16850 Jog Road ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.1949 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.
HOUSTON’S 1900 N.W. Executive Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.0550 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. HUDSON AT WATERWAY EAST
900 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘
JERSEY DELIGHTS The Boardwalk Italian Ice & Creamery Opens In Boynton Beach
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hen cousins Michael Swain and Joseph Hurtuk III – both born and raised in the Garden State – saw a lack of Jersey Shore-style boardwalk food in South Florida, they decided to open The Boardwalk Italian Ice & Creamery in Boynton Beach. This “dessertery,” as they call it, is far from your average ice cream shop, offering traditional boardwalk treats such as waffles, Italian ice, funnel cakes, zeppoli, candy apples, cannoli and salt water taffy. Adults won’t want to miss alcoholic Italian ices like Mojito and Grand Marnier.
561.303.1343 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
J. ALEXANDER’S University
Commons ❘ 1400 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.9875 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
The Boardwalk Italian Ice & Creamery is located at 209 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach. For more information, call 561-600-9593 or visit theboard walkice.com.
KE`E GRILL 17940 N. Military Trail ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.995.5044 ❘ Dinner nightly. MADISONS NEW YORK GRILL & BAR 2006 N.W. Executive
Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.994.0808 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
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“The mission is to bring people back to the days that they visited boardwalks through the décor, the aroma inside the store and the treats that you were able to get on a boardwalk,” Swain says. In addition to the sweets, The Boardwalk Italian Ice & Creamery recreates the seaside experience with an actual boardwalk surrounding the shop, complete with real sand and surf-themed décor. You’ll also find a fun house mirror, a spinning wheel (loyal customers get free treats, as dictated by the wheel) and a courtyard with outdoor seating. The unique ambience will make you reminisce about, or experience for the first time, strolling on a Jersey boardwalk and enjoying the briny breeze and a refreshing cup of authentic Italian ice.
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taste listings MARIPOSA Neiman Marcus,
Town Center at Boca Raton ❘ 5860 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.2320 ❘ Lunch daily.
Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.1662 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.
SUNDY HOUSE 106 S. Swinton Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.5678 ❘ Lunch TuesdaySaturday. Dinner TuesdaySunday. Brunch Sunday.
Boca Raton ❘ 561.981.8986 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.
RACKS DOWNTOWN EATERY & TAVERN Mizner Park ❘ 402 Plaza
BLUEFIN SUSHI THAI GRILL 861 Yamato Road ❘
MAX’S GRILLE Mizner Park ❘ 404 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.0080 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.
REBEL HOUSE 297 E. Palmetto
TEMPLE ORANGE Eau Palm
CAY DA VIETNAMESE
Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.353.5888 ❘ Dinner nightly.
MORTON’S, THE STEAKHOUSE
RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE
Beach Resort & Spa ❘ 100 S. Ocean Blvd. ❘ Manalapan ❘ 561.540.4924 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.
7400 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.0278 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Friday. Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.
The Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5050 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.7724 ❘ Dinner nightly.
Mizner Park ❘ 225 N.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.6746 ❘ Dinner nightly.
TWENTYTWENTY GRILLE Royal
FAH ASIAN BISTRO Boca
NEW YORK PRIME 2350 N.W.
Executive Center Drive ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.3881 ❘ Dinner nightly.
SALT7 32 S.E. Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.274.7258 ❘ Dinner nightly.
Palm Place ❘ 141 Via Naranjas ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.990.7969 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.
Valley Plaza ❘ 7461 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.241.0400 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly.
NYY STEAK Seminole Casino ❘
SEASONS 52 2300 N.W.
5550 N.W. 40th St. ❘ Coconut Creek ❘ 954.977.6700 ❘ Dinner nightly.
Executive Center Drive ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.9952 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
OCEANS 234 234 N. Ocean Blvd.
❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.428.2539 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Sunday. THE OFFICE 201 E. Atlantic
Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.276.3600 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
TWO GEORGES AT THE COVE MARINA 1754 S.E. Third Court ❘
Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.421.9272 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
ASIAN/SUSHI
SIX TABLES 112 N.E. Second St. ❘
BUDDHA SKY BAR 217 E.
Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.6260 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Saturday by reservation.
Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.450.7557 ❘ Dinner nightly.
B I T E S/
PARK TAVERN 32 S.E. Second
Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.265.5093 ❘ Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday. THE PAVILION GRILLE 301
Yamato Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.912.0000 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Friday. Dinner Tuesday-Sunday. PIÑON GRILL The Terrace at
Town Center ❘ 6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.391.7770 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.
LOCAL LOYALTY Delray’s New Eat Market Offers Freshly Made Specialties
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arm-to-table is the popular new kid on the dining scene – so popular, in fact, that this movement even has its own acronym, F2T. Eat Market, a new gourmet market and deli in Delray Beach’s Worthington Place, is a perfect example of what all the F2T fuss is about. The food is fresh, delicious and simple – uncamouflaged. Eat Market’s philosophy, according to its website, is: “We believe by buying local and supporting our neighbors; we not only stimulate our region’s economy, but we create conviviality, loyalty and community.” Eat Market and next-door neighbor Salt7 are both owned by Larry Thomas, who describes the new establishment as a combination of Whole Foods and Dean & DeLuca, he told the SunSentinel. Made-to-order specialty and grilled sandwiches boast highquality meats and just-picked local vegetables, and we can’t get enough of the layered salads in Mason jars (complete with wooden forks). Entrées and side dishes are also available to take home because, let’s be honest, who really feels like cooking after a long day?
Eat Market is located at 32 S.E. Second Ave., Delray Beach. For more information, call 561-278-2328 or visit iloveeatmarket.com. – Amanda van Wyk
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HOUSE OF SIAM 25 N.E.
Second Ave. ❘ #116 ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.330.9191 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. JAPANGO Regency Court ❘
3011 Yamato Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly. Riverstone Shoppes of Parkland ❘ 7367 N. State Road 7 ❘ Parkland ❘ 954.345.4268 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. Delray Marketplace ❘ 14811 Lyons Road ❘ #106 ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.9996 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Friday. Dinner nightly. 561.999.1263 ❘
KAO TONG 217 E. Palmetto
Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch and dinner Tuesday-Sunday. 561.392.2999
KAPOW! NOODLE BAR
Mizner Park ❘ 431 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.7322 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. LA TRE 249 E. Palmetto
Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.
561.392.4568
LEMONGRASS ASIAN BISTRO
420 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.5050 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. Royal Palm Place ❘ 101 Plaza Real S. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8181 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. MAGIC RICE 1668 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.7534 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. NINJA SPINNING SUSHI BAR
41 E. Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.8688 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.
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taste listings P.F. CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO
University Commons ❘ 1400 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.3722 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. RISE MODERN ASIAN CUISINE AND SUSHI 6060 S.W. 18th St. ❘
#108 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.8808 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. SAITO’S JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE
8841 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘
561.218.8788 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
SANTO’S MODERN BUFFET & SUSHI 3400 N. Federal Highway ❘
Boca Raton ❘ 561.923.9378 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. THE SEA SOUTH EAST ASIAN KITCHEN 16950 Jog Road ❘ #1015
❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.270.3569 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly. SHINJU BUFFET 7875 Glades
Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.488.4040 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. STIR CRAZY FRESH ASIAN GRILL
Town Center at Boca Raton ❘ 6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.7500 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. SUSHIGO 477 N. Federal
Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.7888 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. SUSHI RAY The Shops at Boca
Center ❘ 5250 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.394.9506 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. SUSHI THAI 100 N.E. Second St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.4448 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. TEMPURA HOUSE The Reserve ❘
9858 Clint Moore Road ❘ 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.
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YOKOHAMA 9168 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.451.1707 60 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.9328 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
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LE RIVAGE 450 N.E. 20th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.620.0033 ❘ Dinner nightly. OLIO BISTRO 42 S.E. Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.6633 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.
LUCILLE’S BAD TO THE BONE BBQ Regency Court ❘
Suite 130 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.4119 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.
3011 Yamato Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
ZINBURGER WINE & BURGER BAR Town Center at Boca
TEA-LICIOUS TEAROOM & GIFTS 4997-B W. Atlantic
Raton ❘ 6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.3252 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.5155 ❘ Breakfast and lunch MondaySaturday.
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APROPO KAFE 147 S.E. First
887 E. Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.826.8850 ❘ Breakfast and lunch daily.
Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.1223 ❘ Lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday.
BOHEME BISTRO 1118 E.
Trail ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.417.5836 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.
561.997.9557
MISSISSIPPI SWEETS BBQ CO.
2399 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.394.6779 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly. PA BBQ GRILL 1198 N. Dixie Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.416.7427 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. SWEET DEWEY’S BBQ 9181
Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.488.9688 ❘ Lunch TuesdaySaturday. Dinner nightly.
BURGERS BURGERFI 6 S. Ocean Blvd. ❘
Palm Place ❘ 271 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ #41 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.0087 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. YAMA JAPANESE RESTAURANT
HABIT BURGER Delray
200 N.E. Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.266.9929 ❘ Lunch Monday-Thursday. Dinner daily.
Place ❘ 1831 S. Federal Highway ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.265.0934 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
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Cendyn Spaces ❘ 980 N. Federal Highway ❘ Suite 115 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.419.2600 ❘ Breakfast MondayFriday. Lunch and dinner daily. SHULA BURGER Delray Marketplace ❘ 14917 Lyons Road ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.404.1347 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.9590 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. 2009 N.E. Second St. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.531.6168 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
YAKITORI SAKE HOUSE Royal
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Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.4899 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. DORSIA RESTAURANT 5837
N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.961.4156 ❘ Dinner nightly. JOSEF’S TABLE Polo Shops ❘
5030 Champion Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.353.2700 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. LA CIGALE 253 S.E. Fifth
Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.265.0600 ❘ Dinner nightly.
ST. TROPEZ 7860 Glades Road ❘
FARMER’S TABLE 1901 N. Military
GARY RACK’S FARMHOUSE KITCHEN Royal Palm
Place ❘ 399 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.826.2625 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday. MAX’S HARVEST 169 N.E.
Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch Friday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday. 561.381.9970
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taste listings DAVITO’S 19635 State Road 7 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.482.2323 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. DOMINICS 8177 W. Glades Road
❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.3186 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Westwinds of Boca ❘ 9834 W. Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.6325 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. FRANK & DINO’S 718 S.
Federal Highway ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.
954.427.4909
IL BACIO 29 S.E. Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.865.7785 ❘ Dinner nightly.
The Melting Pot
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THE LITTLE CHALET 485 S.
Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.325.8000 ❘ Dinner nightly.
BIERGARTEN Royal Palm Place ❘ 309 Via De Palmas ❘ #90 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.7462 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
THE MELTING POT 5455 N.
GREEK
Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.
561.997.7472
FRENCH BISTRO PROVENCE 2399
ESTIA TAVERNA & BAR Royal Palm Place ❘ 507 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.417.5800 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
❘ 561.218.6600 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. 115 N.E. Sixth Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.7911 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.988.0668 ❘ Dinner TuesdaySunday.
BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE The Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5050 Town Center Circle ❘ #239 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.3777 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
LA STELLA'S RESTAURANT
IT’S ALL GREEK 9704 Clint Moore Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.883.6337 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
CARPE DIEM 110 E. Atlantic
JIMMY THE GREEK 8221 Glades
N.E. Second Ave. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.596.5840 ❘ Breakfast and dinner daily.
Ave. ❘ #120 ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Sunday.
Road ❘ #1 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.325.7122 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
CAFFE LUNA ROSA 34 S. Ocean
CASIMIR BISTRO Royal Palm
Place ❘ 416 Via De Palmas ❘ #81 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.955.6001 ❘ Lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday. CHEZ MARIE FRENCH BISTRO
Polo Club Shoppes ❘ 5030
Champion Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.0027 ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday. Dinner Tuesday-Sunday. KATHY’S GAZEBO CAFÉ
Spanish River Center ❘ 4199 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.6033 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner Monday-Saturday. LA FERME 9101 Lakeridge
Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.654.6600 ❘ Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday. LA NOUVELLE MAISON 5 Palms
Building ❘ 455 E. Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.3003 ❘ Dinner nightly. 116
RAFINA GREEK TAVERNA The Boardwalk at 18th St. ❘ 6877 S.W. 18th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.409.3673 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. TAVERNA KYMA 6298 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.994.2828 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly. TAVERNA OPA 270 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.303.3602 ❘ Dinner nightly.
INDIAN SAPPHIRE INDIAN CUISINE Royal
Palm Place ❘ 500 Via de Palmas ❘ Suite 79 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.362.2299 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
ITALIAN ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA Shops at Boca Grove ❘
21065 Powerline Road ❘ Boca Raton
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JOSEPHINE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 5751 N.
ARTURO’S 6750 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.7373 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.
N. Federal Highway ❘ #4 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.2340 ❘ Dinner nightly.
561.455.2140
IL GIRASOLE RESTAURANT 1911 S. Federal Highway ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.3566 ❘ Dinner nightly.
CAFE MED BY BICE 2096
Blvd. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.274.9404 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN
Town Center at Boca Raton ❘ 6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.2805 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL
The Boardwalk at 18th St. ❘ 6909 S.W. 18th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8838 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. CASA D’ANGELO 171 E. Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.996.1234 ❘ Dinner nightly. D’ANGELO PIZZA, WINE BAR AND TAPAS Addison
Place ❘ 16950 Jog Road ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.381.0037 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. DAVINCI’S OF BOCA Town Center at Boca Raton ❘ 6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.362.8466 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
159 E. Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.2081 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday. LA VILLETTA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 4351 N. Federal
Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.
561.362.8403
MAGGIANO’S 21090 St. Andrews Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.8244 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. MARIO’S OSTERIA 1400 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.239.7000 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. MATTEO’S RESTAURANT 233 S. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.0773 ❘ Dinner nightly. MEATBALL ROOM Regency Court ❘ 3011 Yamato Road ❘ Suite A19 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.409.4111 ❘ Dinner nightly. MERLINO’S 9 S.E. First Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.756.8437 ❘ Dinner nightly. NICK’S NEW HAVEN-STYLE PIZZERIA & BAR Glades Plaza ❘ 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.
taste listings PICCOLINO RESTAURANT 78 S. Federal
Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.8858 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday. POSITANO 4400 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.2920 ❘ Dinner nightly. RENZO’S OF BOCA 5999 N. Federal
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Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.994.3495 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. RISTORANTE SAPORI Royal Palm
Place ❘ 301 Via de Palmas ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. 561.367.9779
SICILIAN OVEN Town Center at Boca Raton ❘ 21170 St. Andrews Blvd. ❘ Suite 9 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.9772 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. SOLITA & MASTINO 25 N.E. Second
Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.899.0888 ❘ Dinner nightly. TANZY iPic Theaters, Mizner Park ❘ 301
Polo Club Shoppes 5030 Champion Blvd. #D3, Boca Raton, FL 33496
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Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.922.6699 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday. TERRA FIAMMA Delray Marketplace ❘
9169 W. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ and dinner daily.
561.495.5570 ❘ Lunch
TRAMONTI 119 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.1944 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly. TRATTORIA ROMANA 499 E. Palmetto
Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.6715 ❘ Dinner nightly. TUCCI'S FIRE N COAL PIZZA 50 N.E. First Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.620.2930 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Saturday. Dinner nightly. VENETIAN PARKLAND RISTORANTE BY RENZO 7625 N. State Road 7 ❘
Parkland ❘ 954-345-9282 ❘ Lunch and dinner Tuesday-Sunday. VIC & ANGELO’S 290 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘
Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.9570 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and 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 Road ❘ 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. 118
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taste listings JAMAICAN ROCKSTEADY JAMAICAN BISTRO 2399 N.
Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.465.3167 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. 1179 S. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.910.1562 ❘ Lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday.
KOSHER ASIA SUSHI/WOK/GRILL The Fountains ❘
7600 Camino Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8100 ❘ Lunch Sunday-Friday. Dinner Sunday-Thursday.
BOCA GRILL Somerset Shoppes ❘ 8903 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.419.8434 ❘ Lunch Sunday-Friday. Dinner Sunday-Thursday. MOZART CAFE The Fountains ❘ 7300 W.
Camino Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.367.3412 ❘ Breakfast and lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.
PITA ’N GO 22767 State Road 7 ❘ Boca
Raton ❘ 561.477.0633 ❘ Lunch Sunday-Friday. Dinner Sunday-Thursday.
LATIN CABANA EL REY 105 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.274.9090 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. CARIBBEAN GRILL 1332 N.W. Second Ave. ❘
Boca Raton ❘ 561.362.0161 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. THE CUBAN CAFE Plumtree Centre ❘ 3350 N.W.
Boca Raton Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.8860 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner Monday-Saturday.
PADRINO’S Mission Bay Plaza ❘ 20455 State Road 7 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.451.1070 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
MEDITERRANEAN/TURKISH ALADDIN’S EATERY 21200 St. Andrews Blvd.
❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.419.9466 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
APEIRO KITCHEN & BAR Delray Marketplace
❘ 14917 Lyons Road ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.501.4443 ❘ Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.
MEXICAN BAJA CAFE DOS 1310 S. Federal Highway ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.596.1304 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. BAJA CANTINA 201 N.W. First St. ❘ Boca
Raton ❘ 561.419.8118 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly. CABO FLATS CANTINA AND TEQUILA BAR
Delray Marketplace ❘ 14851 Lyons Road ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.499.0378 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. CASA TEQUILA 8228 Glades Road ❘ Boca
Raton ❘ 561.430.5458 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
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Yigal Ozeri, ‘Olya II’, 2014, Silkscreen on Museum Board, 54.5 x 39.5 inches, Edition of 15, Gary Lichtenstein, New York
A New International Art Fair in Boca Raton March 18 - 21, 2016 International Pavilion of the Palm Beaches at the Research Park on the grounds of Florida Atlantic University 3450 NW 8th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL 33431 Valet and free self parking available.
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Vernissage on March 17 to Benefit the Boca Raton Museum of Art & School The inaugural Art Boca Raton commences with an elegant preview event with cocktails, hor d’oeuvres, and lite fare. The Vernissage benefits the Boca Raton Museum of Art & School. To purchase tickets, email mharris@bocamuseum.org, call 561.392.2500, ext. 208, or online at bocamuseum.org/vernissage. Limited tickets available.
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taste listings EL CAMINO TEQUILA BAR 15 N.E. Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.865.5350 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. 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.
Traditional Greek Cuisine
WITH A MODERN FLAIR Rafina Greek Taverna Located at The Boardwalk (formerly Wharfside)
6877 SW 18th Street \ Boca Raton 561.409.3673 \ rafinaonline.com Lunch, Dinner and Takeout Daily
UNCLE JULIO’S Mizner Park ❘ 449 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.300.3530 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.
PUBS/SPORTS BARS BRICK YARD MICRO BREWERY The
Garden Shops ❘ 7050 W. Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.0001 ❘ Lunch Saturday and Sunday. Dinner nightly. DUBLINER IRISH PUB Mizner Park ❘ 435
Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.620.2540 ❘ Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday. DUFFY’S SPORTS GRILL 21212 St. Andrews Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.869.0552 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. GLUTTONOUS GOAT Royal Palm Place ❘
99 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ #114 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ nightly.
561.923.9457 ❘ Dinner
modern italian cuisine fresh pasta | meat | seafood full bar accepting reservations nightly
HOLLOWAY'S PUB Royal Palm Place ❘ 504 Via De Palmas ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.8445 ❘ Dinner nightly. HOOTERS Glades Plaza ❘ 2240 N.W. 19th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.391.8903 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. HURRICANE GRILL & WINGS Mission Bay ❘ 10125 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.218.8848 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. MILLER’S ALE HOUSE Shoppes at Blue Lake ❘ 1200 Yamato Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.988.9142 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Boca Lyons Plaza ❘ 9244 W. Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.2989 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. TAP 42 The Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5050 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.235.5819 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. TILTED KILT PUB & EATERY 3320 Airport Road ❘
Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.5458 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. THE WISHING WELL IRISH PUB Royal Palm
Place ❘ 111 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ #9 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday.
561.750.5208
YARD HOUSE Mizner Park ❘ 201 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.417.6124 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.
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taste listings SANDWICHES/DELI BENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S KOSHER DELICATESSEN RESTAURANT & CATERERS The Reserve â?&#x2DC; 9942 Clint Moore
Road â?&#x2DC; Boca Raton â?&#x2DC; 561.470.9963 â?&#x2DC; Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.
Polo Club Shoppes â?&#x2DC; 5030 Champion Blvd. â?&#x2DC; Boca Raton â?&#x2DC; 561.241.5903 â?&#x2DC; Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Glades Plaza â?&#x2DC; 2240 N.W. 19th St. â?&#x2DC; #700 â?&#x2DC; Boca Raton â?&#x2DC; 561.392.4181 â?&#x2DC; Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Regency Court â?&#x2DC; 3013 Yamato Road â?&#x2DC; Boca Raton â?&#x2DC; 561.997.9911 â?&#x2DC; Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. TOOJAYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GOURMET DELI
SEAFOOD 32 EAST 32 E. Atlantic Ave. â?&#x2DC; Delray Beach â?&#x2DC; 561.276.7868
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50 OCEAN 40 S. Ocean Blvd. â?&#x2DC; Delray
Beach â?&#x2DC; 561.278.3364 â?&#x2DC; Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Sunday. BOCA LANDING Waterstone Hotel â?&#x2DC; 999 E. Camino Real â?&#x2DC; Boca Raton â?&#x2DC; 561.368.9500 â?&#x2DC; Dinner nightly. BOSTONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ON THE BEACH 40 S. Ocean Blvd. â?&#x2DC; Delray Beach â?&#x2DC; 561.278.3364 â?&#x2DC; Breakfast Saturday and Sunday. Lunch and dinner daily.
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CITY FISH MARKET 7940 Glades Road â?&#x2DC; Boca Raton â?&#x2DC; 561.487.1600 â?&#x2DC; Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly. CITY OYSTER 213 E. Atlantic Ave. â?&#x2DC; Delray Beach â?&#x2DC; 561.272.0220 â?&#x2DC; Lunch and dinner daily. DECK 84 840 E. Atlantic Ave. â?&#x2DC; Delray
Beach â?&#x2DC; 561.665.8484 â?&#x2DC; Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday. JB'S ON THE BEACH 300 N.E. 21st Ave. â?&#x2DC;
DeerďŹ eld Beach â?&#x2DC; 954.571.5220 â?&#x2DC; Breakfast Friday-Sunday. Lunch and dinner daily. J & J SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL 634 E. Atlantic Ave. â?&#x2DC; Delray Beach â?&#x2DC; 561.272.3390 â?&#x2DC; Lunch and dinner Tuesday-Saturday. MUSSEL BEACH 501 E. Atlantic Ave. â?&#x2DC; Delray Beach â?&#x2DC; 561.921.6464 â?&#x2DC; Lunch and dinner daily. RACKS FISH HOUSE + OYSTER BAR 5 S.E. Second Ave. â?&#x2DC; Delray Beach â?&#x2DC; 561.450.6718 â?&#x2DC; Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday. TRULUCKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Mizner Park â?&#x2DC; 351 Plaza Real â?&#x2DC; Boca Raton â?&#x2DC; 561.391.0755 â?&#x2DC; Dinner nightly.
SOUTHWEST ARMADILLO CAFE 8221 Glades Road â?&#x2DC; #6 â?&#x2DC;
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Co-Chairs:
Boca West Country Club 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Terry Fedele and Neil Meany
Awards Luncheon Marvin Rubin: Lifetime Achievement Tom Ehrbar: Biggest Heart Award in Memorial Outstanding Male Volunteer Award Nominees: Brian Altschuler
George W. Feld
George Snow Scholarship Fund
Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center
Frank Barbieri
Gregory Fried
Best Foot Forward
Unicorn Children’s Foundation
Ralph Behmoiras
Peter Gallo, Ph.D
Florence Fuller Child Development Centers
The Golden Bell Education Foundation
Bruce Bell
Steven Jerauld
Boca Helping Hands
Children’s Home Society of Florida
Randy Bloom
Rabbi Greg Kanter
Nat King Cole Generation Hope
Gift of Life Bone Marrow Foundation
Michael Budd
Alan Kaye
Boca Raton Museum of Art
Eda & Cliff Viner Community Scholars Foundation
Arthur Chen
Jon A. Kaye
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties, Inc.
Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton
Dan Davidowitz
Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services, Inc.
Douglas Mummaw Rotary Club of Boca Raton Jack Pechter Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation Wilmer Ravelo Boca Raton Children’s Museum
Jon S. Kimmel
American Association of Caregiving Youth
Don Kiselewski
Robert Dornblaser
United Way of Palm Beach County
Family Promise of South Palm Beach County, Inc.
Loren Mintz Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum
Alexander S. Rosemurgy II Junior League of Boca Raton Peter Ryland CROS Ministries Dr. John Strasswimmer Caridad Harold Thistle 4Kids of South Florida Marty Weinbaum KidSafe Foundation Craig Zeuner Donna Klein Jewish Academy Nominees as of February 23rd
Tickets are $125.00 All proceeds benefit Florence Fuller Child Development Centers, Inc. A portion of your contribution is tax-deductible.
Our mission: Making a difference through education for economically challenged children and families to build a positive future in our community. For more information, please call Alana St. John at 561-391-7274 ext. 130 or email at astjohn@ffcdc.org
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live Daniel Home, the luxury homefurnishings retailer, has opened its second store right here in Boca Raton – and that’s only the beginning. The new location will serve as a springboard for even more expansion on Florida’s east coast. The upscale 70,000-square-foot showroom, located at 1351 Boca Raton Blvd., was built from the ground up as a “one-stop shop” for those looking to outfit a home in South Florida. “We opened our [Naples] business in 2011,” says Daniel Lubner, owner. “From day one, we knew Boca would be our second location. It took us a few years to find the perfect location.” Like the store in Naples, the Boca showroom features a total home concept. “Everything for a customer’s residential design will be under one roof,” says Lubner, a South African native. “In addition to furnishings and accessories, the new Clive Daniel Home will offer area rugs, cabinetry, custom window treatments, flooring, re-upholstery, home automation, a gift
boutique, an art shop and lighting.” Clients are drawn to the showroom and design firm because it offers the freshest assortment of furniture, he adds. “We have demo kitchens, custom closets and other innovations that will benefit our clients and the design process, along with an everchanging selection of products,” he says. He credits his success – and the success of his company – in large part to his father, Clive. “I’m fortunate to work alongside my father, who is not only my mentor but also the smartest person in this industry,” Lubner says. “And we’re truly lucky to have the Radoseviches working with us as well. They’re the first family of logistics.” Add to that mix the company’s merchandising team. “They pick and design the best product in the industry,” he says. “We build a support system around the designers, so they are able to give their full attention to the clients.” Then, the best delivery team in the country
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Clive Daniel Home is located at 1351 Boca Raton Blvd., Boca Raton, and 2777 Tamiami Trail N., Naples. For more information, call 561-440-4663 or 239-261-4663 or visit clivedaniel.com. 126
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THE ESSENTIAL SOCIAL DIGEST
Dalia Stiller, Irvin Lippman, Lee Ann Lester, David Lester, Susan Haynie and Robert Weinroth
MAJOR UNVEILING
Timolin Cole Augustus, Nestor Torres, Laura Moore and Casey Cole Hooker
Art Boca Raton, An International Art Fair, Debuts This Month
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oca Ratonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s thriving cultural scene is poised to get even richer this month as a new event comes to town. David and Lee Ann Lester, founders of Next Level Fairs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; who own and operate Art Palm Beach, SeaFair and more â&#x20AC;&#x201C; are launching Art Boca Raton, taking place March 17-21. The fair will showcase contemporary work; modern masters; and emerging art, sculpture, photography, works on paper and installations. Other highlights will include a lecture series, museum exhibitions and After Dark evening events. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Boca Raton is the commercial center of Palm Beach County,â&#x20AC;? David says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Major luxury brands and retailers have large presences there. Launching Art Boca Raton in this culturally and commercially thriving community with the partnership of the Boca Raton Museum of Art and
other local institutions creates an entirely new cultural environment and experience for residents and visitors.â&#x20AC;? Approximately 50 regional, national and international dealers have been selected by a curatorial committee in order to assure dealer quality and exclusivity, 20 of whom participated in Art Palm Beach in January. Florida galleries include Vertu Fine Art, Boca Raton, bringing Alex Katz lithographs and Donald Sultanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous â&#x20AC;&#x153;Poppiesâ&#x20AC;? series; Art Link International, Lake Worth; Art Media, Miami; Latin Art Core, Miami; and White Space, West Palm Beach. Art Clipper is coming from Helsinki, Echt Gallery from Chicago and Evan Lurie Gallery from Indiana. Art Boca Raton will take place in the International Pavilion of the Palm Beaches on the grounds of the Research Park at Florida Atlan-
tic University. The 65,000-squarefoot exhibition hall â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the result of a $500,000 build-out â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will include a full-service restaurant, a sculpture garden and a lecture hall. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have been working together,
partnership has brought together east and west and the educational and cultural institutions, the art dealers, residents and tourists â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a true community effort.â&#x20AC;? Art Boca Raton opens with an
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Launching Art Boca Raton in this culturally and commercially thriving community with the partnership of the Boca Raton Museum of Art and other local institutions creates an entirely new cultural environment and experience for residents and visitors. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; David Lester, co-founder, Next Level Fairs
Florida Atlantic University, the Boca Raton Museum of Art and Art Boca Raton, to develop an expanded creative campus that incorporates the full community of our city,â&#x20AC;? says Irvin Lippman, executive director of the Boca Raton Museum of Art. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This
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exclusive vernissage on March 17, chaired by Dalia and Duane Stiller, to beneďŹ t the Boca Raton Museum of Art School. O For more information, call 305-4904584 or visit artbocaraton.com.
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Impact 100 Palm Beach County To Hold Fifth Annual Grand Awards Ceremony
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mpact 100 Palm Beach County invites women who want to make a big difference in their community to join them by March 31 to be part of an organization that is dedicated to awarding high-impact grants to nonprofit groups that rely on donations to further their missions. This impact will be felt by thousands in Palm Beach County when Impact 100 Palm Beach County women gather at Lynn University’s Wold Performing Arts Center on April 19 to award grants to five nonprofit organizations in southern Palm Beach County during the Fifth Annual Grand Awards Ceremony. All women who join the organization by March 31 are eligible to vote in the selection of organizations that have applied for grants.
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Florida Eye is pleased to welcome Jonathan Criss, M.D. to the practice. Lee Friedman, M.D., Randy Katz, M.D., Barry Schechter, M.D. F.A.A.O., Jason Gorscak, M.D., Joseph Nezgoda, M.D.
– Susan Duane, co-president, Impact 100 Palm Beach County
At the Grand Awards Ceremony, women who have made a $1,000 donation to become an annual member will pool those donations together to make $100,000 grants to charities in the categories of education, environment, arts and culture, family and health and wellness. During the event, each of the finalist nonprofits will have the opportunity to describe their project, their vision and what the grant would mean for their organization and the community. After the presentations, Impact members vote, and those nonprofits with the most votes will receive a grant of $100,000 each. Last year, there were 436 members, allowing them to give away four $100,000 grants; the runners up were each awarded $18,000 grants. “The goal of Impact 100 is to make it possible for a visionary idea to become a reality in a way that impacts the local community,” says Co-President Susan Duane. Impact 100 is operated as a charitable component fund at the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties. The foundation also assists with the annual grant-making process. O For more information, call 561-336-4623 or visit impact100pbc.com.
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RAISE A GLASS
Jewish Women’s Foundation To Grant Wishes And Feature Best-Selling Author
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he Jewish Women’s Foundation (JWF) of South Palm Beach County is hosting its 2016 Granting Wishes wine and cheese reception on March 16 at Boca Rio Golf Club in Boca Raton. Guests will learn about JWF’s 2016 grant awards and will hear from guest speaker Marci Shimoff. “Thanks to the success of her ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul’ self-help books, Marci Shimoff is one of the most popular female nonfiction authors, and is also one of the nation’s leading experts on happiness, success and unconditional love,” says Janet Sahr, who is co-chairing the event with Cindy White. “We look forward to hearing her valuable insights.” In just over a decade, JWF has awarded more than $1 million to fund initiatives that help women and children. In 2015, the group awarded $125,000 to fund nonprofit programs. These dol-
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lars are all donations from JWF trustees, who contribute a minimum of $2,000 per year for five years and, together, determine the projects to be funded. Alice Kemper, chair of JWF and a trustee since 2006, is proud to be part of this dynamic group. “JWF offers an incredible opportunity for Jewish philanthropists to gain a global perspective on what needs to be done to improve the lives of Jewish women and children,” she says. “We come away as empowered funders, and learn how to use philanthropy effectively. It’s truly rewarding to see how our grants make a difference.” The event includes hors d’oeuvres, dessert and wine, with dietary laws observed. Granting Wishes is sponsored by Butcher Block Grill, Mozart Café and VITAS Healthcare. Southern Wine & Spirits of America Inc. is the in-kind sponsor, and The Boca Raton Observer is the exclusive magazine sponsor. Shimoff is the female face of the biggest selfhelp book phenomenon in history, “Chicken Soup for the Soul.” She hosts a PBS television show, “Happy for No Reason,” and is a featured teacher in the international film and book sensation “The Secret.” O For more information, call 561-852-3188 or visit jewishboca.org.
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The Boca Raton Museum Of Art Premieres Andy Warhol Photo Exhibition
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s editor of Andy Warhol’s Interview from 1971 to 1983, Bob Colacello was perfectly placed to photograph Warhol’s world and to document the glamorous social scene of the artist’s milieu and its celebrity denizens. The Boca Raton Museum of Art is proud to premiere the first solo museum exhibition of these photographs in “Bob Colacello: In and Out with Andy,” on view through May 1. “Carmen d’Alessio and Oldile Rubirosa”
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Bob Colacello’s candid photographs have an immediacy that staged shots lack. He wasn’t standing at the door telling people to smile – he was in the middle of the action. – Kathy Goncharov, curator of contemporary art, Boca Raton Museum of Art
The “Out” column in Interview was Colacello’s diary of the frenetic social life of the time, including art openings, cocktail parties, dinner parties, charity balls and after-hours clubs frequented by celebrities, socialites, aristocrats and politicians. At these events, he carried a small camera that could be hidden in a pocket. Fifty of these candid moments are on view in this new exhibition. “Colacello’s candid photographs have an immediacy that staged shots lack,” says Kathy Goncharov, the museum’s curator of contemporary art. “He wasn’t standing at the door telling people to smile – he was in the middle of the action.” On March 10, Tea & Talk with Marlene Strauss, at Saks Fifth Avenue Boca Raton on the second floor, will include an overview of the life of Warhol by a renowned art historian. During Boca Talk with Bob Colacello at the museum on March 20, the photographer will discuss his work and recall life with Warhol – the brilliant, private and influential man who continues to fascinate us. Also on March 20, the Pop Up Celebrity event at the museum will be inspired by “Bob Colacello: In and Out with Andy,” featuring roaming Polaroid photographers and guest artists, plus a wine bar and snacks. The exhibition is sponsored by Beatrice Cummings Mayer, Peter and Christine Raimondi and Saks Fifth Avenue Boca Raton. The media sponsor is The Boca Raton Observer. Additional support is provided by the Board of County Commissioners, the Tourist Development Council and the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County, as well as museum members and donors. O For more information, call 561-392-2500 or visit bocamuseum.org. 134
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Pine Crest School Parents’ Associations Present Havana Nights Auction And Gala
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or more than 80 years, Pine Crest School has been at the forefront of providing an educational experience rooted in academic rigor and excellence and complemented by outstanding athletics and arts. The Pine Crest of today remains dedicated to this tradition while being inspired by innovation, the modernization of education and the importance of 21st century learning skills. To support the school’s strategic initiatives, Pine Crest Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale parents’ associations will host more than 600 guests at the annual auction and gala on April 16 at Broken Sound Club in Boca Raton. Havana Nights will feature silent and live auctions, with proceeds supporting the people and programs that go into delivering an extraordinary
education – outstanding faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative curriculum and programming and opportunities for collaborative work and creative problem-solving.
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MATH WHIZ
American Heritage School Student One Of 12 Worldwide To Earn Perfect Score On AP Exam
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evin Barkey, a senior at American Heritage School, Boca Delray Campus, is one of 12 students throughout the world to answer every question correctly on the College Board’s Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus AB exam. Barkey took the AP exam last spring, and not only did he receive the top score of 5, but he received a perfect score, earning every possible point on the exam. Only 322 students in the world earned every point possible on their AP exam by answering every multiple-choice question correctly and earning full points on the free-response section. AP exams are graded on a five-point scale, where a 5 is equivalent to a grade of an A in the corresponding college course. Through AP courses in 37 subjects, each culminating in a rigorous exam, students learn skills and knowledge that prepare them for college and beyond.
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I knew there wouldn’t be a question I hadn’t seen, so I felt confident I would know how to approach everything, but I never imagined I would get a perfect score. I want to thank all of my math teachers at AHS for giving me a love of math that has helped me succeed.
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“I found out I was good at math when I came to American Heritage School as a freshman and joined the math competition team and did quite well,” Barkey says. “I felt completely prepared for the AP Calculus AB exam. I knew there wouldn’t be a question I hadn’t seen, so I felt confident I would know how to approach everything, but I never imagined I would get a perfect score. I want to thank all of my math teachers at AHS for giving me a love of math that has helped me succeed.” Barkey is also a top student in the nation in Mock Trial competition and No. 1 in the state of Florida in Moot Court. He applied to several prestigious colleges throughout the country and wants to major in electrical engineering and applied mathematics, with long-term plans to attend law school and become a patent lawyer. O For more information, call 561-623-3057 or visit ahschool.com. 140
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Please join us for cocktails and dinner. Dietary laws observed. For more information, contact Lisbeth Rock Cauff, Director, Foundation Leadership Engagement at 561.852.3188 or lisbethc@bocafed.org. Kindly RSVP to jewishboca.org/mitzvahsociety.
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PAYING TRIBUTE
I Am Hillel To Honor Supporters Of Hillel Of Broward And Palm Beach
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n March 2, I Am Hillel will take place at the Premier Delray Acura Club at the FAU Football Stadium on the Boca Raton campus of Florida Atlantic University. This year’s honoree is Jan Savarick, who has served as a successful professional and a committed volunteer in local Jewish and other organizations, including 15 years as president of the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation. She served on Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach’s board and is currently an honorary board member. Special recognition will be given to Richard Steinberg, president and chief investment officer of Steinberg Global Asset Management and an active volunteer with the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, its Professional Advisory Committee and the Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation. He is a passionate supporter of Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach and mentors students as they transition from campus life to professional careers.
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This year’s honoree is Jan Savarick, who has served as a successful professional and a committed volunteer in local Jewish and other organizations, including 15 years as president of the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation. Special recognition will be given to Richard Steinberg, president and chief investment officer of Steinberg Global Asset Management. Co-chairs of I Am Hillel are Amy and David Ross and Robin and Gary Rubin. They have planned a meaningful program that will celebrate the students, honorees and community leaders who support Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach. Honorary chairs include Christine Lynn, Dale and David Pratt and Phyllis and Harvey Sandler. Under the leadership of Board Chair Rick Paul and Executive Director Raina Goldberg, Hillel’s mission is to enrich the lives of nearly 8,000 Jewish undergraduate and graduate students at Florida Atlantic University, Lynn University, Nova Southeastern University, Palm Beach State College and Broward College so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world. The evening will begin with a lavish buffet dinner and will continue with comments from Hillel’s leadership, a student program, a video and recognition of the honorees. Dietary laws will be observed. O For more information, call 561-866-7030 or email jill@hillelcenter.org. 142
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HEART AND SOLE
VI Annual Shuzz | Art | Fashion Show To Feature Veronica Beard Runway Presentation
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he Shuzz Fund, a nonprofit organization that provides shoes and medical relief to children in poverty-stricken areas, is preparing for its VI Annual Shuzz | Art | Fashion Show on March 12 at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek.
the exclusive media sponser. VIP tickets include several perks not available to all guests, such as early access to the red carpet and VIP lounge with complimentary bar and passed hors d’oeuvres. VIP guests will also enjoy premium seating for the double-runway fashion show. General passes include general access Kae Jonsons, Ric Bradshaw to the event and silent and Barbara Suflasauction. Noble This is the sixth consecutive year that the Shuzz Fund is hosting the art and fashion show, which fuels Shuzz programs Back 2 School, Youth Athletics, International Distributions and Medical Outreach. For the second year, Shuzz has set its sights on raising $250,000 – 100 percent of which will be used for shoe donations and medical relief efforts. “I am so proud that this event is in its sixth year. Our charity has grown so much over the last few years, and we’ve brought some tremendous assets on to our team of volunteers, board and committee members,” says Rita Lombardo, founder, Shuzz Fund. “We are setting our goal big again this year and we hope to be able to surpass
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The event will feature a 40-foot red carpet for all guests, a VIP lounge, silent and live auctions and a fashion show by designer Veronica Beard. Hosted by title sponsor Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, the VI Shuzz | Art | Fashion Show is also made possible by presenting sponsor Neiman Marcus Boca Raton and returning sponsor Celebrity Cruises. The Boca Raton Observer is
it so that we can give more shoes and medical relief to the children who need our help.” Adds Dr. Megan Jack, president, Shuzz Fund: “Shuzz has helped distribute more than 90,000 pairs of shoes in only six years. I am thrilled to step into the role of president this year to work with an amazing group of people who love children and want to help them.” O
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IN HARMONY Neshama Carlebach And Josh Nelson To Perform At Congregation B’nai Israel
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ongregation B’nai Israel (CBI) will host a public concert featuring the “prince and princess” of Jewish contemporary music, Neshama Carlebach and Josh Nelson, on March 12, which will be the artists’ only South Florida public show this year. The event will start with a cocktail party with light bites and a preshow featuring musical performances by several CBI groups and talents. “We are very honored and so excited to be able to welcome these top two Jewish musical giants in concert at our synagogue,” says Steve Allen, executive director of CBI. “Josh Nelson and Neshama Carlebach are superstars in their own rights, and about a year ago combined their talents musically to form the most explosive, meaningful and rocking show for all audiences.”
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Carlebach, a leading star in Jewish entertainment, is continuing the legacy established by her father, Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach. Like her father, Carlebach’s talent and charisma captivate people of all ages, faiths and backgrounds. She has performed and taught in cities worldwide, has sung on the Broadway stage, has sold more than 1 million records and was a six-time nominee for the 2011 Grammy Awards. Carlebach was one of the creators of the Broadway play “Soul Doctor,” and her ninth recording, “Soul Daughter,” features performances by the original Broadway cast of the musical. A classically trained musician who is equally versed in rock, jazz and world music, Nelson combines his broad range of influences into a breathtaking musical style. Whether appearing solo or with an elite ensemble of world-class musicians, his performances are high-energy. His music builds community, lifting up congregations and concert audiences alike. Most recently, Nelson starred as Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach in the Off-Broadway revival of “Soul Doctor” at New York’s Actors Temple Theatre. O For more information, call 561-241-8118 or visit cbiboca.org.
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MARCH 10 After dabbling in country, pop and rock, singer-songwriter Jewel is returning to the folksy sound that made her so popular more than 20 years ago. Last fall, she released the self-produced album “Picking Up the Pieces,” which echoes her 12-time platinum debut, “Pieces of You.” Now Jewel is on tour for the first time in three years, and she’s bringing the Picking Up the Pieces Tour to the Parker Playhouse, starting at 8 p.m. “It’s going to be really fun to get back out on the road,” she writes on her website. “I’m excited to share the stories behind some of my favorite and most personal songs in such an intimate setting.” The New York Times best-selling author and poet also recently released a memoir, “Never Broken – Songs Are Only Half the Story,” which details her journey from growing up in Alaska and being homeless at age 18 to becoming a breakthrough artist at 21. Concertgoers can expect Jewel to share excerpts from her memoir in between new songs and old favorites.
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Adrienne Arsht Center For The Performing Arts Of Miami-Dade County 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-949-6722; arshtcenter.org MARCH 1-6 “Phantom Of The Opera” Show times vary. MARCH 2-13 “Passion” Show times vary. MARCH 13 Disney “Fantasia” Show begins at 7 p.m.
AmericanAirlines Arena 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 786-777-1000; aaarena.com MARCH 1, 3, 6, 17, 19, 25, 28 Miami Heat Basketball Game times vary. MARCH 10-13 “Toruk – The First Flight” Show times vary. MARCH 15 Rihanna – Anti World Tour Show begins at 7:30 p.m.
AutoNation IMAX Theater Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 S.W. Second St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6637;
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Aventura Arts & Cultural Center 3385 N.E. 188th St., Aventura, 305-466-8002;
aventuracenter.org MARCH 4 Magic Of Motown Featuring The Motor City Magic Band Show begins at 8 p.m.
MAN OF THE HOUR: Dudu Fisher will bring his talents March 16-22 to Aventura Arts & Cultural Center; (Left) “Zootopia” will storm onto the big screen March 3-10 at AutoNation IMAX Theater
MARCH 16-22 An Intimate Evening With Dudu Fisher Show times vary. MARCH 24 Savannah Jack Show begins at 8 p.m.
BB&T Center
1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise, 954-835-7469; thebbtcenter.com MARCH 7, 10, 12, 19, 29, 31 Florida Panthers Hockey Game times vary. MARCH 11 AC/DC – Rock Or Bust World Tour Show begins at 8 p.m.
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happenings calendar MARCH 23-27 Disney On Ice Presents “Frozen” Show times vary.
Coral Springs Center For The Arts 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs, 954-344-5999; coralspringscenterfor thearts.com MARCH 18 Judy Collins Show begins at 8 p.m.
IDOL WORSHIP: Adam Lambert will bring his flamboyant style March 12 to Hard Rock Live
MARCH 19 “Back To The Future: A Tribute To Rod Stewart, ZZ Top & KISS” Show begins at 8 p.m.
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James L. Knight International Center 400 S.E. Second Ave., Miami, 305-416-5970; jlkc.com MARCH 11 Ana Gabriel Show begins at 8 p.m.
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MARCH 29 Johnny Mathis – The 60th Anniversary Concert Tour Show begins at 8 p.m. MARCH 31 “A Carlin Home Companion: Growing Up With George” Show begins at 7:30 p.m.
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MARCH 10 Jewel With Special Guest JD & The Straight Shot Show begins at 8 p.m.
MARCH 28 An Evening With Sophia Loren Show begins at 8 p.m.
MARCH 16 “Joe Satriani: From Surfing To Shockwave” Show begins at 8 p.m.
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MARCH 22 Vanessa Williams Show begins at 8 p.m.
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The Broward Center For The Performing Arts 201 S.W. Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222;
browardcenter.org MARCH 15 Tony Bennett Show begins at 8 p.m. MARCH 19 Deepak Chopra Show begins at 8 p.m. MARCH 26 Don Rickles Show begins at 8 p.m.
happenings calendar The Fillmore Miami Beach At The Jackie Gleason Theater 1700 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-673-7300; fillmoremb.com
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MARCH 11 Second Annual Little Dreams Foundation Benefit Gala Featuring Phil Collins Show begins at 7:30 p.m. MARCH 15 Kirk Franklin Show begins at 7:30 p.m.
events MARCH 1 THROUGH MAY 1 Boca Raton Museum Of Art Andy Warhol Exhibitions Three exhibitions reflect the life and work of one of the 20th century’s most iconic artists. Takes place at Boca Raton Museum of Art. Show times vary. For more information, call 561-392-2500 or visit bocamuseum.org. MARCH 2 I Am Hillel Attend a buffet dinner and program to celebrate the students, honorees and community leaders who support Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach. Takes place at Premier Delray Acura Club at FAU Football Stadium in Boca Raton. Starts at 6 p.m. For more information, call 561-866-7030 or visit hillelcenter.org. MARCH 2 South Florida Science Center And Aquarium Gala With a theme of “Science of Happiness,” this event features happiness expert Shawn Achor. Takes place at The Breakers Palm Beach. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 561-3707738 or visit sfsciencecenter.org. MARCH 3 Old Bags Luncheon A luncheon with the chance to purchase gently used designer handbags to benefit the Center for Family Services, featuring host of Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live,” Andy Cohen. Takes place at The Breakers Palm Beach. Starts at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 561-616-1257 or visit ctrfam.org. MARCH 4 Tenth Annual Hope Bash Place of Hope hosts a reception with a silent auction followed by dinner, a live auction, dancing and entertainment. Takes place at PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens. Starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 561-775-7195 or visit placeofhope.com.
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happenings calendar MARCH 5 61st Annual Bethesda Ball One of Palm Beach County’s oldest galas, featuring dinner, dancing and entertainment. Benefits Bethesda Hospital Foundation and honors Dr. Robert Hill and Russell Clayton. Takes place at The Breakers Palm Beach. Starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 561-737-7733 or visit bethesdahospitalfoundation.org. MARCH 5-6 19th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Craft Festival See a wide array of fine crafts, handmade functional art and unique gifts. Takes place along Fourth Avenue, north and south of Atlantic Avenue, in Delray Beach. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-746-6615 or visit artfestival.org. MARCH 5-6 Sixth Annual CityPlace Art Fair Enjoy arts, crafts, fair food and more. Takes place at CityPlace in West Palm Beach. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-7466615 or visit artfestival.com. MARCH 6 Boys & Girls Club Of Boca Raton 2016 Tennis Tournament Players of all skill levels can participate in the doubles round-robin tournament while the Blackman Tennis Academy holds a kids’ clinic. Takes place at Boca Raton Resort & Club. Starts at 11:30 a.m. For more information, call 561-683-3287 or visit bgcpbc.org. MARCH 6 JARC 30th Annual Gala “Oh, The Places JARC Will Go!” features drinks, dinner, dancing and live and silent auctions. Benefits JARC’s Medical Education Program. Takes place at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 6 p.m. For more information, call 561-558-2572 or visit jarcfl.org.
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MARCH 7 12th Annual Mad Hatters Luncheon Guests are encouraged to create their own hats and come adorned in the brightest, boldest colors inspired by Bollywood. Benefits Armory Art Center. Takes place at Club Colette in Palm Beach. Starts at 11:45 a.m. For more information, call 561-832-1776 or visit armoryart.org. MARCH 7-8 North American Japanese Garden Association Conference This event brings together garden specialists from Japan, Canada, the United States, the
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MARCH 9 THROUGH MAY 15 “Art In The Family Tree” This exhibition will feature pieces from the lineage of artists in the Phipps and Guest families, including sculptures, illustrations, drawings and paintings. Takes place at Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens in West Palm Beach. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-832-5328 or visit ansg.org. MARCH 11 4th Annual Be Great Celebration Dinner This dinner supports the Naoma Donnelley Haggin Boys & Girls Club of Delray Beach and celebrates its Young Club members and community partners. Takes place at Delray Beach Marriott. Starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 561-683-3287 or visit bgcpbc.org.
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happenings calendar auctions and raffles during a night dedicated to educating attendees about child sexual abuse, bullying and Internet dangers, with Chris Hansen of “To Catch a Predator.” Takes place at Woodfield Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 855-8447233 or visit kidsafefoundation.org.
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MARCH 14 American Cancer Society Hope Gala This black-tie-optional affair features dinner, drawings, live entertainment, dancing and live and silent auctions. Takes place at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 561-394-7751 or visit cancer.org. MARCH 15 JAFCO 18th Annual Luncheon This event funds JAFCO’s commitment to provide love and safety to abused children. Takes place at Jungle Island in Miami. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 954-315-8671 or visit jafco.org. MARCH 16 Jewish Women’s Foundation South Palm Beach County 2016 Granting Wishes Guest speaker Marci Shimoff is the female face of the biggest self-help book phenomenon in history, “Chicken Soup for the Soul,” and is one of the best-selling female nonfiction authors of all time. Takes place at Boca Rio Golf Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 561-852-3188 or visit jewishboca.org. MARCH 17-21 Art Boca Raton, An International Art Fair The new fair will showcase contemporary work; modern masters; and emerging art, sculpture, photography, works on paper and installations. Takes place at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton. Start times vary. For more information, call 305-490-4584 or visit artbocaraton.com. MARCH 19-20 12th Annual Coral Springs Festival Of The Arts And Crafts Check out fine arts and crafts, enjoy great food and drink and take in the scene. Takes place at The Walk on University Drive in Coral Springs. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561746-6615 or visit artfestival.com.
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APRIL 1 Fifth Annual New Directions For Women Luncheon The luncheon features best-selling author and personal health columnist for The New York Times Jane Brody. BeneďŹ ts National Jewish Health. Takes place at The Polo Club of Boca Raton. Starts at 11 a.m. For more information, call 561-477-5400 or visit ďŹ&#x201A;newdirectionsfor womenluncheon.com. APRIL 5 Boca West Foundation A Concert For The Children Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin, accompanied by The Symphony of the Americas, will headline the annual event, which will also feature the Atlantic City Boys and a tribute to the late Natalie Cole. Takes place at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 6 p.m. For more information, call 561-488-6980 or visit bocawestfoundation.org. O
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CHRIS EVERT/RAYMOND JAMES PRO-CELEBRITY GALA More than $110,000 was raised at the annual Chris Evert/Raymond James Pro-Celebrity Gala, held at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. Guests enjoyed a live performance by The 5th Dimension, dinner, dancing and silent and live auctions, which included a Wimbledon package. The gala was part of a starstudded weekend that included a pro-am and two days of pro-celebrity tennis.
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FOOD FOR THE POOR 21ST ANNUAL BUILDING HOPE GALA Food For The Poor recently welcomed nearly 400 guests to its 21st Annual Building Hope Gala at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. During the live house rally, homes for 44 destitute families were pledged to be built in Haiti. Tony Pestritto, a longtime donor, was recognized as the Lifetime of Giving Honoree. The evening featured cocktails, a silent auction, fine dining and dancing.
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happenings flash FRIENDS OF THE ISRAEL DEFENSE FORCES PALM BEACH/ BROWARD REGION SOLIDARITY GALA DINNER More than 500 leaders from the local community recently gathered for the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) Palm Beach/Broward Region 13th Annual Solidarity Gala Dinner at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. The event, which featured a keynote speech by journalist and anti-Islamic-extremism activist Brigitte Gabriel, raised more than $2.4 million to support well-being and educational programs for the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces, including 89 FIDF IMPACT! scholarships for Israeli combat veterans.
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It takes many people to save a life in Israel — including you.
When an Israeli soldier was attacked near Hebron several months ago, his carotid artery was severed, an almost certain death sentence. But paramedics from Magen David Adom, Israel’s EMS service, arrived in minutes from their station nearby, while a second ambulance raced from Jerusalem with blood to meet the patient en route, keeping him alive during the long trip to the hospital. Today, the soldier is fully recovered. To learn how you can make a lasting legacy in Israel by sponsoring a room or lab at the Marcus National Blood Services Center, call 561.835.0510.
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JDRF GEM OF AN EVENING GALA Hundreds gathered recently to support JDRF at its 31st Annual Gem of an Evening Gala. The event, which included a cocktail reception, dinner, live entertainment, auctions and JDRFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature Fund A Cure, was held at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa. Jupiter resident and Oakland Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s outfielder Sam Fuld, who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 10, was given the JDRF Living and Giving Award.
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BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY 35TH ANNUAL GALA SPONSOR APPRECIATION PARTY A Sponsor Appreciation Party celebrating supporters of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County 35th Annual Gala was held recently at the Palm Beach home of ball chairpersons Julie and Mike Connors. More than 60 guests were in attendance, including 10 honorees who were commended for their service on behalf of area children.
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now&noteworthy Boca Raton-Based Dr. Alan J. Bauman Pioneers New Scalp Makeover™ Hair Beauty Program For Men And Women At salonB Who wouldn’t want a fuller, thicker, healthier and more youthful head of hair? Many doctors and scientists believe that the secret is having a healthy scalp underneath. salonB offers a new Scalp Makeover™ program designed to optimize the health of your scalp and enhance the beauty of your hair. From in-salon to at-home treatment options, these new science-based programs are now available at salonB, the brainchild of renowned hair-loss expert Dr. Alan J. Bauman and his internationally trained HairCoach™ trichologist, Kimberly D. Jenkins. Common scalp problems that can be resolved include dryness, itchiness, flakiness, oiliness and sensitivity. Custom treatment options include all-natural, highquality hair and scalp products from Cesare Ragazzi Laboratories in Italy, Adipose-Derived Stem Cell (ADSC) growth factor proteins and nutritionals proven to boost your body’s own levels of circulating stem cells. salonB is located inside Bauman Medical Hair Transplant and Hair Loss Treatment Center, 1450 S. Dixie Highway, Boca Raton, 561-394-0024; salonbboca.com.
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Widely recognized by the rest of the world as the pinnacle of the craft, yet still considered an “underground” practice by many in Japan, the complex and dynamic art of traditional Japanese tattoo is known for its artistry, lineage and historical symbolism. This groundbreaking photographic exhibit, on display through May 8, explores the historic origins, the most enduring motifs and the innovative interpretations developed by several of the most highly acclaimed Japanese tattoo artists. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach, 561-495-0233; morikami.org.
Aretha Franklin To Headline Boca West Foundation’s A Concert For The Children Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin, accompanied by The Symphony of the Americas, will headline the annual A Concert For The Children on April 5 at Boca West Country Club. The event will also feature the Atlantic City Boys and a tribute to the late Grammy Award winner Natalie Cole, who was originally scheduled to perform before her untimely passing. The concert will follow the Boca West Community Charitable Foundation’s annual $200,000 Golf Challenge on April 4. Funds raised will benefit at-risk children and their families in Boca Raton and South Palm Beach County. Each year, the foundation serves more than 5,000 children, and its volunteers give 45,000 hours of their time to the 22 charities with which the organization works. Boca West Country Club, 20583 Boca West Drive, Boca Raton, 561-488-6980; bocawestfoundation.org.
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MORTON MICHAEL
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$1,284,700
AZURA
17355 BALARIA ST
TERMAN DAVID A
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12913 HYLAND CIR
COHEN RACHEL
SAABHI HOLDINGS INC
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12770 HYLAND CIR
BENAYON TALIA
FRIEDMAN MARK
$369,500
$605,000
15-MAR-06
BOCA FALLS
21288 ROCK RIDGE DR
DJIANE GREGORY
SASLOW LOU
$800,000
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17315 VENTANA DR
RYVIN LANA
GREENMAN JUDITH H INDIV TR
$410,000
BOCA GOLF & TENNIS CLUB
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BRODY MARC S
PEREMEN ALLA
$280,000
$60,000
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BOCA HARBOUR
711 NE 69TH ST
SAMAYOA FERNANDO
TACA GROUP LLC
$1,027,500
$510,000
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BOCA ISLES SOUTH
20298 OCEAN KEY DR
SIEGEL SUSAN B
DNA REAL ESTATE LLC
$530,000
$383,600
22-JUL-15
BOCA KEYS
724 GLOUCHESTER ST
VELJI REALTY LLC
VELJI MICHAEL H
$763,000
$1,063,000
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BOCA LAKES
2620 NW 42ND ST
SEAMAN GURI
ASHER PAUL
$525,000
$520,000
23-APR-08
BOCA LAKES
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SILANO ANGELA
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$480,300
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PALUMBO JENNY L
SEMKO PAUL S
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$365,000
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BOCA POINTE CC - COSTA BRAVA
6468 COLOMERA DR
DECOSMIS RICHARD
MARGOLIES MICHAEL W
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$193,900
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ESTANCIA
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PAPANIKOLOPOULOS NIKITAS
ROBINSON JAMES P
$585,000
ESTANCIA
7579 ESTRELLA CIR
MONTOYA WILLIAM F ARCE
TURN KEY BTT PROPERTIES INC
$604,000
$456,750
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GOLF VISTA
6123 GOLF VISTA WAY
IHNAT NICOLE M
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$291,100
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GRANDE ORCHID
6662 GRANDE ORCHID WAY
HARRIS CLAUDIA
WICK ROBERT V
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$925,000
23-APR-12
LA JOYA
23042 L ERMITAGE CIR
NEWMAN LORI
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JEDRZEJCZYK JAMES S
WEXLER ETHEL INDIV TRUSTEE
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Source: Palm Beach County Property Appraiser
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$465,000
$279,900
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7415 FENWICK PL
ONEAL LAURIE
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$140,000
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17361 ALLENBURY CT
BROUNSTEIN LAURA
COLE RITA
$2,302,680
$3,000,000
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STONECREEK RANCHES
16041 QUIET VISTA CIR
PICOW ROBERT
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$432,100
$1,050,000
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SUN & SURF CLUB
731 MARBLE WAY
BEATON EUAN DRUMMOND
HOMER PAUL I
$1,875,000
$595,000
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THE OAKS AT BOCA RATON
17639 CADENA DR
GERSTEN TODD A MD
RICHMOND AMER HOMES OF FLORIDA LP
$1,575,053
$18,900,000
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THE PRESERVE
4940 NW 23RD CT
SHERLING MICHAEL
CYNOR CRAIG J
$897,500
$1,050,000
29-APR-08
THE PRESERVE
2384 NW 49TH LN
ULIN JONATHAN
WELLS FARGO BANK NA
$785,000
$950,100
28-APR-14
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4798 SANCTUARY LN
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4375 SANCTUARY LN
CAVITT CHRISTINE A
REID CHARLES P
$2,275,000
$1,000,000
22-JAN-99
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9760 VINEYARD CT
FLORY BRIDGET A
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HERRMANN RONALD JAY
SABLO ROBERTO A
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550 SE MIZNER BLVD APT B711
BLAUSTEIN JOAN
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04-JUN-13
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762 NW 7TH ST
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$417,500
01-JAN-97
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ENDLIN TATIANA
SMITH MELODY INDIV TRUSTEE
WOODFIELD CC - HAMPTONS
3129 WESTMINSTER DR
NIETO NEISY
DOBBIN JOAN TRUSTEE
WOODFIELD CC - LANDINGS
6532 NW 38TH CT
EDDY BETH LYNN
HARRISON STEPHEN
WOODFIELD CC - PRINCETON ESTATES
5258 NW 37TH AVE
NISSANOFF DANIEL
WALSH TUCKER M
22-JUL-13
01-APR-15
$1,089,000
25-SEP-13
$715,000
20-OCT-14
$970,000
$1,050,000
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$3,650,000
$3,300,000
23-JUN-14
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6524 NW 40TH CT
SILVERMAN ERIC
OLSTON CHRISTIAN J
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$580,000
21-SEP-12
WOODFIELD CC - VICTORIA ISLES
5850 NW 42ND WAY
COHEN GABRIELLE
APHR HOLDINGS LLC
$347,250
$194,000
27-AUG-15
Source: Palm Beach County Property Appraiser
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plication with a team of therapists and then determine what we have in funding to help,” Roeser says. “We help children up to the age of 22 who can’t walk and are physically disabled for life, such as those with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, severe autism and juvenile arthritis.” The organization also provides customized strollers and beachaccessible wheelchairs for disabled youth. Currently, Wheels for Kids is raising funds to donate beach wheelchairs to 10 beaches in the county. “It is sad that a family can’t take their disabled child to the beach because a wheelchair cannot work on sand,” she says. “This would help the
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