Jupiter Magazine January 2024

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Harley Galeano, Bryan Smith, and Tom Coughter of Girlfriend Material

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Galeano, Bryan Smith, and Tom Coughter of Girlfriend Material, shot by Jupiter Magazine

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JUPITER MAGAZINE

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Sights and sounds

I’ve been a music junkie for as long as I can remember. My very first concert was Billy Idol (don’t judge), and my musical tastes have evolved over the years, from rock and punk to alternative and hip-hop.... There was even a (brief) period where metal reigned supreme in my teenage brain. These days, I mostly fancy blues, classic rock, country, folk, and mash-ups of those genres, and while I have my favorite musicians, I’m always looking out for new music to tickle my eardrums. That’s one of the things I love about living here—there is always a live show to check out and lots of cool venues smattered about.

For our annual Arts Issue, we decided to put together a handy guide to some of the best local music venues, including hot spots like Guanabanas and Terra Fermata as well as more intimate gems like the Side Door Jazz Club and Maxi’s Lineup. Beginning on page 46, “The Music Scene” also profiles a few local artists like Girlfriend Material, who grace our cover this month.

There’s also no shortage of visual artists in the area, and a few standout exhibitions are on the horizon. I definitely can’t wait to visit Lighthouse ArtCenter to see the incredible work of National Geographic photographers Mac Stone and Carlton Ward Jr., among other artists, in Wild Hearts, a show that runs January 18 to February 24. Read more about it in “Wild Thing” on page 33. And in March, South African artist Derric van Rensburg will be at Call of Africa’s Native Visions Gallery in Palm Beach Gardens, where some of his beautiful, colorful paintings depicting wildlife and the natural world around us will be on display. In “Strokes of Nature” (page 34), we profile Native Visions Gallery owner Ross Parker and provide more details about the upcoming event with van Rensburg.

Art and fashion have long shared space in history, with designers taking inspiration from artists and vice versa. Andy Warhol even once claimed that “fashion is more art than art is.” And while I don’t know about that, I certainly celebrate fashion as an art form. In this issue, we catch up with one local designer who, despite having learned to sew relatively late in life, is parading her artistic creations down runways all over the world. Meet Port St. Lucie–based fashion designer Kallee Jackson in “A Passion for Fashion,” beginning on page 52.

Happy New Year, peace, and blessings,

Michelle Lee Ribeiro Editor in Chief

michelle@jupitermag.com @mleerib

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One of my favorite musicians is The Bones of J.R. Jones (aka Jonathon Linaberry), whom I got the chance to meet in Charlotte a few months ago (that’s us at right). Give his newest album, Slow Lightning, a listen!

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New Year Investments

As I reflect on the past year, it occurs to me that my life wasn’t as balanced as I would have liked. I tend to be someone who reflexively says yes to everything, a habit that’s generally positive but can easily get out of hand. With that in mind, and with memories of the frenetic pace of 2023, I’m making a commitment to re-examine how I spend my time. We talk about “spending time” because time is currency, time is valuable, and time deserves focused deliberation as to how we use it. As much as we’d like, we cannot be everything to everyone. Prioritizing self-care is key to successfully showing up in all aspects of our lives.

That said, January through April will be a very busy period for Jupiter residents. An abundance of events, fundraisers, and activities are already on our calendars. I encourage you to take some time prioritizing where you want to be. A good tool to help with that task is our Insider’s Guide newsletter. The weekly email will keep you updated on everything that’s happening in our area (to sign up, visit jupitermag.com).

Speaking of scheduling time, take a look at the promotional Arts & Entertainment Guide in this issue to learn about all the performances and special events going on this season. Also inside is the invaluable Home Resource Guide, Luxury Homes real estate section, and Flavor restaurant listings. Coming in February, there is an opportunity to be featured as one of our Top Lawyers. Please reach out if you’re interested in advertising in any of these useful sections.

I wish all of you a New Year bursting with happiness, health, prosperity, and balance! I’ll see you out and about in Jupiter.

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Palm Beach Gardens resident Guillermo Alvarez has been serving locals at Evo Italian for six years, starting out as a busboy in 2017 and now mixing drinks behind the bar.

When he’s not crafting cocktails, he’s crafting artwork— much of it hanging on the walls all around the Tequesta restaurant. The 35-year-old has always loved to draw and often carries a sketch pad around with him. Soon after he started working at Evo, Chef Erik Pettersen asked if he could look at his drawings—and he was impressed. When Pettersen and his wife, Lydiannie, learned that Alvarez had never painted on canvas because of the cost of supplies, they gifted him the materials so he could further explore his talent. “Guillermo’s art is light and fun,” says Pettersen, who loves decorating his restaurant with art. “I can put marble and wood and lighting and chandeliers and that’s all great, but the warmth is the artwork.”

At any given time, Alvarez has around 22 pieces hanging at Evo, which patrons are welcome to purchase if interested. The artist describes his style as “surrealistic, realistic, and minimalistic,” incorporating vibrant colors and the creative use of 3D objects. Alvarez also uses his talent to help people in Guatemala, where he lived until moving to the United States in 2012. He donates 15 percent of his sales to a church in his native country. “One painting I sold made 50 people smile with the gift of food that we bought in Guatemala,” he says. “I told myself that one day I would paint 10,000 smiles.”

View Alvarez’s work at artgog19.com —Paige Feigenbaum

Guillermo Alvarez’s artwork is diverse and vibrant, and much of it graces the walls at Evo Italian in Tequesta.

by PAIGE FEIGENBAUM

ART STRUT

Take a stroll around downtown Fort Pierce to view a series of new murals dedicated to the peacock

According to St. Lucie County’s office of tourism, in the 1970s, a travel agent named Jack Crain introduced peacocks to the city of Fort Pierce when he housed a few of the showy birds in his backyard. Fifty years later, it’s common to come across the colorful birds strutting their stuff in the downtown area. Now the Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency has unveiled a collection of new public art called the Peacock Arts District Mural Program, in honor of our feathered friends.

The agency put out a nationwide call to artists in March 2023 to propose designs depicting the past, present, and future of Fort Pierce. After reviewing 50 submissions from more than 30 artists, the agency chose three talented Florida women—Zoey Alyssa Bridges, Nicole “Nico” Holderbaum, and Samara Ash—to paint the exterior walls

of four buildings with their visions. The completed murals—located at 500, 601, and 710 Orange Avenue and 616 Atlantic Avenue—were revealed in September.

“Peacocks are symbolic, so it’s really great to see them around the community,” says Zoey Alyssa Bridges, a Fort Pierce native who painted a colorful bird at 710 Orange Avenue, where the Lindsay School of the Arts is, among other murals. “They go through a metamorphosis, gaining these colorful feathers after they lose them, so there’s a lot to be taken away from the subject matter.”

Paying homage to the evolution of Fort Pierce from the time Native Americans inhabited the seaside town, Colombian-born artist Samara Ash spray-painted a stunning woman wearing a headdress of peacock feathers to symbolize the passage of time. Located at 616 Atlantic Avenue, the work is called Awena, the Native American word meaning “sunrise”—an apt title for a mural in “The Sunrise City.”

Fort Pierce redevelopment specialist Marsha Commond hopes the murals will continue not only to delight residents but also to bring awareness to visitors about the city. “We want to take advantage of the attention and use it as a platform to communicate who Fort Pierce is,” she says. cityoffortpierce.com

Disco Fever!

Leave your inhibitions at home! It’s right there in the title: when you attend a silent disco hosted by Be You Disco, embrace who you are— even if you have two left feet.

Cofounded by life coach Carolina Panoff and musician Kevin Oliveira (stage name Kevin Ohm) in 2020, Be You Disco hosts guided wellness experiences that include grounding, meditation, singing, and dancing to a curated playlist aimed at eliciting a therapeutic wave of emotions. Participants wear headsets so they hear only the vocal empowerment messages and music of Panoff and Oliveira.

Be You Disco now attracts 30 to 80 people at its regular public event on Singer Island. Ranging in age and background, participants unite on the beach for a truly uplifting experience. “There are so few activities in our society where young people and older people can cross over and intersect and enjoy the same activity,” says Oliveira, who lives in Tequesta.

They also host an ongoing public event on the lawn outside The Ben hotel in West Palm Beach and have partnered with various local museums and performing arts centers.

A core part of their business is the corporate sector. They travel nationwide to host team-building activities for companies including Delta and Aetna, as well as colleges and universities. They also lead events at private parties like weddings, birthdays, and graduation celebrations.

At press time, Panoff was in talks with Piper’s Angels Foundation about a possible partnership event. She also hopes to create a new experience in Jupiter designed for new moms to dance with their babies in tow. beyoudisco.com ❖

Awena, by Samara Ash

Guardians of the Grove, by Zoey

Alyssa Bridges

Carolina Panoff and Kevin Oliveira

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Wild Thing

A new show at Lighthouse ArtCenter aims to promote the importance of wildlife conservation and protect animals like the Florida panther from extinction

by PAIGE FEIGENBAUM

National Geographic photographers and explorers Mac Stone and Carlton Ward Jr. have made it their mission to educate people on the importance of wildlife conservation in the Florida Everglades and beyond. Through photography and storytelling, these artists capture the essence of majestic creatures in their ever-shrinking natural environments—and this season, art enthusiasts and conservationists alike can admire their work in Tequesta.

During its sixtieth anniversary season, Lighthouse ArtCenter will host a must-see exhibit of their awe-inspiring work. Wild Hearts will run January 18 to February 24 in the center’s Schorr Gallery, featuring Stone and Ward’s images of panthers, alligators, snakes, bobcats, bears, birds, and more. Stone, who is on

the board of directors of The Everglades Foundation, and Ward, who founded the Florida Wildlife Corridor project in 2010, hope the show will educate guests on what these creatures add to Florida’s ecosystem and what we can do to aid in their survival. Also part of the exhibition are colorful animal paintings by Austrian artist Helmut Koller and three-dimensional sculptures by Canadian artist Ellen Jewett, which will be on display in the center’s Spencer Gallery.

One creature that is close to the artists’ hearts is the Florida panther, our state’s official animal, which has been on the federal endangered species list since 1967. “The Florida panther is an umbrella species, which means they are the heart of the ecological community within their habitat,” says Stuart resident Janeen Mason, curator at Lighthouse ArtCenter.

“Protecting panthers in Florida indirectly conserves other threatened and endangered wildlife in the state. It is beyond important to ensure that there are areas that will be protected for them in perpetuity. If they disappear, the system begins to crumble.”

Last year, Mason curated a show at the Florida State Capitol in Tallahassee

featuring the work of Stone and Ward, where Ward spoke to legislators about the importance of the Florida Wildlife Corridor, a nearly 18 million–acre network of public and private lands that allows animals to safely travel throughout the state without having to cross highways. In 2022, his production company, Florida Wild, released a film called Path of the Panther, executive produced by Leonardo DiCaprio. Ward set up motion-activated cameras to capture panthers roaming the corridor. The incredible documentary is currently available to watch on Hulu and Disney+.

Mason says that after the Tallahassee show, there was a significant amount of money given to the Florida Wildlife Corridor. “Was it a result of the exhibition? I’d love to think so,” she says. “Carlton is a fabulous speaker and a passionate man.” lighthousearts.org; floridawildlifecorridor.org ❖

Clockwise from left: Florida panther photo by Carlton Ward Jr.; Blue Tiger Head by Helmut Koller; alligator photo by Mac Stone.

Strokes of Nature

CHILDHOOD RECOLLECTIONS INFORM ROSS PARKER’S LIFE WORK, SHARING ARTISTIC VISIONS OF HIS AFRICAN HOMELAND AT HIS LOCAL GALLERIES

by NICOLE NEAL

Talk with Ross Parker for only a few minutes and it’s immediately apparent he’s an artist at his core. It’s in the way he speaks about his preferred subject matter, which has remained unchanged since childhood—nature, particularly the animals, plants, and landscapes of his native Zimbabwe. He talks about the “soft, hazy light” of the southern hemisphere and of “stars so close you feel like you can pull them out of the sky.” He speaks of a silence interrupted only by “the call of a dove, or the roar of a lion, or the bark of a kudu.”

“The bush, wildlife, flora, and fauna have been my passion my whole life,” says the Tequesta resident who owns Call of Africa’s Native Visions Galleries in Palm Beach Gardens and Naples, which are filled with works that celebrate the species and places he loves. Since his start in the gallery business 36 years ago, Parker has worked with more than 34,000 collectors and showcased the works of approximately 30 sculptors,

carvers, painters, and glass artists from Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, and across Europe. Coming in March, lauded South African painter Derric van Rensburg will visit Native Visions in Palm Beach Gardens after a late-February stop at Parker’s Naples gallery. Charitable giving is a guiding principle of Native Visions, and a portion of sales from van Rensburg’s visit will be donated to the Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife in Durban, South Africa.

“My favorite thing in the world is animals,” says Parker, who grew up on a 16,000-acre ranch in what was then Rhodesia and spent his childhood caring for a menagerie of pets—duikers (a small antelope) and pookies (slang for a galapago, a tiny primate), as well as baboons, monkeys, hawks, and owls. He considered a career as a veterinarian but showed such promise with watercolors, acrylics, pencils, and chalk that he was offered a chance to study art at university.

But these were unsettled times in the region, and art gave way to military service. Parker joined the Rhodesian Special Forces, fighting Robert Mugabe’s Zimbabwe African National Union. In his time as an airborne commando, he met Americans—many of them Vietnam veterans—who, after Mugabe’s victory, enticed him to move to the United States. In 1980, with two suitcases and $1,876—his military retirement payout—he arrived in Miami to start a new life.

It was on a return trip to Africa that Parker says “a light went off.” He met a stone sculptor and a wildlife painter and saw an opportunity to unite his love for Africa, animals, art, and nature by representing these artists in the United States. The first Native Visions Gallery opened in Boca Raton in 1987, primarily showing works from Africa. He eventually expanded to include nature artists from around the world, and other galleries followed. Today,

Artwork by Derric van Rensburg

he operates two Native Visions—the Palm Beach Gardens location, which opened in 2015, and the Naples gallery, which opened in 1999. He plans to open a third gallery in Fort Lauderdale this summer.

Wanting to share the beauty of his homeland with clients, in 2020, Parker launched Native Visions Safaris, allowing customers to experience Africa from the perspective of someone who grew up there. During “art safaris,” guests travel with a native artist who later recreates a scene from the experience on canvas. “This is such a unique way to capture a once-in-a-lifetime trip,” says Parker.

A piece of his heart may be in Africa, but there’s a piece in Florida too. As Parker describes our state, he paints a picture of a land of “spring-fed rivers and vast wetlands,” of “cypress and black-eyed Susans,” of “kayaking in blue, blue rivers with alligators floating by and the most beautiful waterbirds in the world.”

Nature, it seems, is the greatest artist. ❖

Mark Your Calendar!

Like Parker, Derric van Rensburg’s work is informed by a childhood spent in African nature—in van Rensburg’s case, it was the bush and savannas of South Africa. From these experiences, along with a formal education in fine art, grew the painting style he calls “Contemporary Impressionism.” His work, as he describes it, captures “fleeting images of light and texture and shape” in the landscapes, daily life, and natural world around him.

Van Rensburg’s art has been exhibited at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art and at Cape Town’s Iziko South African National Gallery. He views Florida as a natural outlet for his artwork and particularly enjoys painting native birds. “I’m in seventh heaven when I have to do one of those,” he says. Don’t miss your chance to meet van Rensburg and view his art at Native Visions in Palm Beach Gardens March 7, 6-9 p.m. (advance registration required at nativevisions.com).

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Artwork by Derric van Rensburg

Ross Parker at his Native Visions Gallery in Palm Beach Gardens

Indie Spirit

B BOUTIQUE IN STUART OFFERS A THOUGHTFUL SELECTION OF QUALITY BOOKS AND A PLACE FOR BIBLIOPHILES TO CONNECT

by LIZA GRANT SMITH

Growing up, Tony Gonzalez says his family didn’t have much money. The local library was free to enjoy and became a cherished spot where his mother often took him and his sister as children.

“One of my fondest memories is reading in the library aisles and my sister and I trying (unsuccessfully) to suppress our laughter while enjoying Calvin and Hobbes comics,” he says. He went on to become a software engineer, continuing his love of reading throughout adulthood. Three years ago, back home in Jensen Beach after a visit to St. Augustine, he and his wife, Juliette, discussed how much they loved one of the city’s quaint bookstores, Second Read Books. They realized that the Stuart area, despite all its community spirit, lacked an independent bookstore. They decided to change that and opened B Boutique near Sewall’s Point in November 2022.

They wanted the shop to reflect the unique and captivating charm of Stuart, infusing it with a warm, welcoming, and vibrant aura to draw local readers. They stocked the shelves with a thoughtfully curated selection of fiction and specialty books, including rare finds. Space and money were their biggest obstacles, so they focused on quality over quantity. “Our section of rare and collectible books houses some genuine gems,” says Gonzalez. “A second edition of The Picture of Dorian Gray holds a special place in my heart, closely followed by the Chartwell Edition of The Second World War by Winston Churchill. These are distinctive books that are hard to come by at local bookstores.”

Aside from books, B Boutique also carries a variety

of fun gifts and home goods, including stylish glassware, scented bath and body products, and literary-themed candles.

To further engage the community, Gonzalez organizes book signings and release parties with local authors and hosts a “Go” club every Wednesday for those interested in learning and playing the strategic Chinese board game. There is also a monthly book club hosted at the shop, which is Gonzalez’s favorite event. “Hearty discussion with differing viewpoints breathes so much depth and range into stories and characters,” he says. The cost to join the book club is $25 a month, which includes a hardcover copy of each month’s book.

It’s this community aspect of B Boutique that Gonzalez treasures most. “While books can often be found cheaper at large retailers and online, the pandemic underscored the importance of community, which is as intangible as it is crucial to our well-being,” he says. “The increasing uniformity of our shopping environments negatively impacts our communal experience. Independent bookstores are as vital to the health of a functioning populace as public parks or town squares.” bboutiquestuart.com ❖

B Boutique provides a cozy space for book lovers to convene and offers an array of gifts, home goods, and, of course, books.

DUTY DOUBLE

For the Mote family, the SeaHunter 28 Floridian is the perfect vessel for both angling and leisurely days at the sandbar

by GEORGE LABONTE

South Florida’s proximity to the Gulf Stream offers residents the opportunity to experience one of the richest and most diverse ecosystems an angler could hope for. From the northbound blue water all the way inside to the most serene backwater creeks, the prospects are limitless.

It is perhaps this phenomenon that has made the hybrid-style boat such a popular choice among anglers with eclectic tastes, like Steve and Jill Mote of Jupiter. Steve is an experienced angler who enjoys a broad array of fishing styles that cover everything from the backwater to the blue water. A fishing day for Steve might begin kite fishing for sailfish offshore and wrap up releasing a few snook in the Jupiter inlet. By contrast, Jill’s interest leans more toward trips to the local sandbar with friends and family. Their beautiful SeaHunter 28 Floridian covers all the bases.

A single vessel that is seaworthy enough to run to the blue water while also capable of prowling along quietly in two feet of water or deploying the twin stake anchors at the sandbar,

the Floridian is the ideal choice for the Motes. Since the family aspect of boating features very prominently in their lifestyle, the decision to choose this model relied a lot on the versatility of the hybrid design. Whether loading fishing gear, their dog, Guinness (this boat is Lab-tested and approved), or a cooler full of food

From top: Steve Mote and his Lab, Guinness, take to the waters on the SeaHunter 28 Floridian; Steve and Jill Mote hang out at the sandbar.

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BEAM: 9 feet, 10 inches

DRAFT: 17 inches

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FUEL: 166 gallons

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and drinks, the do-all nature of this boat is up to the task.

The layout of the Floridian is well thought out and comfortable to move around freely while fishing or cruising, and SeaHunter was willing to add some custom touches to this model to further suit Steve’s needs. Changing the helm face configuration from a recessed electronics box to a pair of flush-mounted MFD units, along with fabricating a dry storage compartment on the dash and adding a tackle station to the rear of the helm seating, were special requests that the manufacturer was happy to accommodate.

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George LaBonte is a professional captain and a world-class angler who has run a successful local charter fishing operation for 40 years. He was the host of a pair of widely acclaimed boating-related TV shows that aired nationally for five years, as well as a popular radio show on ESPN for 20 years. Book a charter with Captain LaBonte at edgesportfishing.com, and follow him on YouTube at George LaBonte Outdoors.

Clockwise from top left: The gunwale of the Floridian is lined with rod holders; custom design changes include a recessed electronics box at the helm with a pair of flush-mounted MFD units; aerial shot of the Floridian; Guinness enjoys the ride.

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SERVICES: Christopher J. Twohey, P.A. • Fun Tours

Travel • Michael Flaugh Landscape Architect • ONE Sotheby’s International Realty • Realty ONE Group Engage: ONE Luxe • See & Sun Optical

The Palm Room Art Gallery & Artisans Boutique offers original fine art as well as handcrafted wearables, home decor, gift items and jewelry. Tuesdays through Saturdays 12 to 6 pm

JANUARY 2024

DISCOVER FRANCESCA’S

REFRESHED STUDIO UNVEILED

Francesca Morgan and her team invite patrons to visit their beautifully restored 1925 Landmark. The Studio recently went through a refresh, inside and out. You may have driven past us and wondered what was inside—please stop in and shop. Although the space is small, Francesca Morgan has an extensive library of materials and products for all your interior design needs. It offers professional advice, wallpaper, window treatments, decorative hardware, lighting, made-to-order furniture, custom area rugs, and pillows. The team wants to be there for you in any designer way it can. Your space is an investment. Francesca Morgan wants you to love the space you live (or work) in.

Discover the advantages of shopping local. Studio hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday (in season) 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

UNLIMITED-USE DAY SPA

STAY ACTIVE, REFRESHED, YOUNG AND WELL

As an unlimited-use day spa, Wellness Collective at Simpson Medical Center has set itself far beyond its competition. Come enjoy the Himalayan salt room, cold-water plunge, infrared sauna, Theralight 360 Pro, hydro-massage beds, massage chairs, outdoor plunge pools, private member lounges, rooftop relaxation (with WiFi access), and much more. Stay active, refreshed, young and well.

Memberships are limited. Call now to reserve your free all-access day pass while they last.

Talk of the Town

EIGHTH ANNUAL SAGE AWARDS DINNER

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 2024

PIPER’S LANDING YACHT AND COUNTRY CLUB

The Council on Aging of Martin County at the Kane Center is Martin County’s lead agency serving seniors for 50 years. We offer comprehensive resources for the elderly, their families, and caregivers.

Our vision is to inspire a community that embraces, uplifts, and encourages seniors to maintain lives of quality and purpose. Join us in honoring remarkable seniors who continue to lead purposeful lives in the later years, by offering their experiences, professional skills and compassionate hearts to benefit others.

Seniors are recognized in the following categories: Arts & Culture, Community Service, Education, Health Science and Medicine, Military and Veterans Support

BEAUTY IN THE BOUTIQUE COMPANY

EXPANDS OFFERINGS

Albany Boutique, a woman-owned establishment, is located within the acclaimed Albany Aesthetics beauty lounge. Its selection of brands includes, but is not limited to, BLANK NYC, LoveShackFancy, Hemant & Nandita, and Sea Lustre. While continuously adding other brands to its floor, Albany Boutique aims to offer a diverse range of products that cater to various categories, including streetwear, workout attire, formal wear, and black-tie events. Albany Aesthetics’ mission is to be an all-in-one destination making every age feel confident and beautiful from the inside out.

Scene the Music

THERE IS NO SHORTAGE OF COOL SPOTS IN THE AREA TO CATCH A LIVE SHOW. FROM OUTDOOR TIKI BARS TO INTIMATE INDOOR VENUES, HERE’S A GUIDE TO SOME OF THE BEST.

BY VALERIE STAGGS AND MICHELLE LEE RIBEIRO

Girlfriend Material at Blue Pointe Bar and Grill (left); News

From Bree at Das Beer Garden (above); Terra Fermata in Stuart (below).

MICHAEL O’MALLEY

ERIC WICKSTROM

TORI LEE SPOT LIGHT

Singer/songwriter Tori Lee first picked up a guitar in middle school—reluctantly. “My dad dragged me into a music store and bought me a guitar, and I was so upset!” recalls the 25-year-old Stuart native. Her father saw her musical talent early, and now she’s well on her way to a successful career. In 2020, she moved to Nashville, where she cultivated her country sound and made connections with other musicians at songwriting events. Now back home for a bit, she released her first single, “My Own Time,” last year. It’s just one of the many tunes she has written over the years, filling 25 notebooks with thoughtful lyrics, and she plans to return to Nashville to record more of them soon. Catch her while you can at local venues like Harry and the Natives in Hobe Sound (January 6 at 1 p.m.). @torilee57 (Instagram)

TUNES WITH A VIEW

Blue Pointe Bar and Grill, Tequesta bluepointebarandgrill.com

The scene: waterfront restaurant/bar with spectacular views of the Intracoastal; Adirondack chairs along the water under palm trees; pool for splashing or lounging

The music: live music daily including pop, rock, blues, country, steel drums, acoustic, tropical, alternative, Americana

Good to know: The restaurant is a little hard to find for first timers, as you can’t see it from the parking lot. Park in the lot right off Federal Highway and either walk behind the building toward the marina or hop on one of the roaming golf carts that will take you there for free.

Upcoming Shows*

Jan. 5: Cover Up

Jan. 13: The Latitudes

Jan. 20: Sierra Band

Jan. 26: Vintage Radio

Jan. 27: Relentless

JAM BAND CENTRAL

Terra Fermata, Stuart terrafermata.com

The scene: open-air venue with some seating; bar serving craft beer and wine; chill vibe; unique vendors on-site; solid crowd of regulars and free spirits; dogs welcome at most shows

The music: Jam bands like Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers cover bands reign supreme here, but acts run the gamut from rap to reggae to rock

Good to know: Sometimes there are food trucks on-site, but Terra itself doesn’t

serve food—so don’t come hungry!

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 6: Chili Poppers: Red Hot Chili

Peppers Tribute Band

Jan. 19: The Kyle Smit Unmanageable Tour

Jan. 20: Adam Deitch Super Jam Featuring Eric “Benny” Bloom, Bigyuki, and Brad

Adam Miller

Feb. 16: Foo Fighters Tribute Show

TROPICAL OASIS

Guanabanas, Jupiter guanabanas.com

The scene: laid-back waterfront venue with an uber-tropical island atmosphere; popular spot for locals and tourists alike

The music: Everything from rock to reggae rolls through Guanas, both local and national acts

Good to know: Get here early if you want to snag a first-come, first-serve high-top table close to the stage

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 6: Tru Phonic

Jan. 12: Ajeva

Jan. 13: J.P. Soars

Jan. 20: Moon Hooch

Jan. 24: Easy Honey

INTIMATE ACTION

Maxi’s Lineup, Jupiter

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The scene: small, 37-seat bar area adjacent to Food Shack with creative eats, craft beer, wine, and palpable positive vibes

The music: mix of country, rock, folk, pop; many solo/duo and acoustic acts given the intimate space

*All show listings current at press time and reflect night shows only. Many acts are booked closer to show date so check venue websites for updated schedules (and daytime acts).

ROOTS MUSIC

Tasty Vibrations at Guanabanas

Good to know: If you can’t get a table for dinner at Food Shack, enjoy a meal at the Maxi’s bar before the show

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 6: Girlfriend Material

Jan. 13: Crazy Fingers

Jan. 20: Bryce Allyn Band

Jan. 27: The Kinected

Feb. 2: Spred the Dub

BLUES BAR

Double Roads, Jupiter doubleroadstavern.com

The scene: country vibe; stylish, music-themed decor like instruments and vintage album covers; full bar; solid Southern-style barbecue on the menu

The music: Motown, Southern rock, classic rock, jazz, indie rock, and blues; open jams on Mondays

Good to know: An on-site record store carries a great selection of vinyl

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 12: The Shareholders

Jan. 13: SteelHouse

Jan. 19: GoodBread

Jan. 26: The Klik

Jan. 27: Eddiefest: Tribute to Eddie Van Halen, with Completely Unchained, Disbarred, and Big Vince & the Phat Cats

FUN AND FUNKY

Das Beer Garden, Jupiter dascraftbeer.com

The scene: gastropub with German-inspired food and more than 70 craft beers; lots of special events like ’80s Prom Night; popular place to watch the World Cup; outdoor seating to get out of the crowd for a bit or hang with your dog

The music: upbeat mix of pop, indie rock, and rock; tribute bands; nostalgia music

Good to know: Across the street from Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium, it can get busy here on game nights— but it’s always a blast!

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 5: The Happiness Club Band

Jan. 19: Bombshell

Jan. 27: Sierra Band

Feb. 9: 56 Ace

Feb. 10: Revelry

FAN FAVORITE

Abacoa Amphitheater, Jupiter abacoa.com

The scene: outdoor arena where lawn chairs and blankets, kids, and dogs are welcome; some events have on-site food trucks and vendors

The music: variety of local and national acts; every third Saturday features tribute bands covering favorites like The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, and ELO

Good to know: Bring your own (small) cooler and food, lawn chairs or a blanket, and enjoy a (cheap) date night!

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 19: Bad Fish

Jan. 20: The Expanding Man (Steely Dan Tribute Band)

Feb. 17: Charles Calello Band (Four Seasons Tribute Band)

BEACH VIBES

Tiki 52, Tequesta tiki52tequesta.com

The scene: tiki bar overlooking the Intracoastal with fresh seafood and a super laid-back vibe

GIRLFRIEND MATERIAL

“We cover everything from The Beatles to Outkast,” says Bryan Smith, lead singer of the band Girlfriend Material. “We read the crowd and play what they like.” And that’s exactly what fans love about them. You never know what to expect from the irreverent band, who cover tunes in a unique, unexpected way and always bring the energy. The band—founded by Dreyfoos School of the Arts alumni Smith and Michael McCleary a decade ago—also includes Harley Galeano and Jupiter resident Tom Coughter. The multitalented bunch jump around on instruments and never come into a show with a set list. “Mike can play the drums and trombone at the same time,” says Smith. Catch them at Maxi’s Lineup in Jupiter January 6 starting

PAUL PIASECKI

Ricky Young at Tiki 52 (above); Subliminal Doubt at Das Beer Garden (right).

MICHAEL O’MALLEY COURTESY OF TIKI 52

MICHAEL BEGLEITER, NIGHT OWL ENTERTAINMENT

Booking a gig at one of the venues on these pages isn’t as easy as picking up the phone and asking if you can play. There’s a lot of talent here, which means a lot of competition.

Palm Beach Gardens resident Michael Begleiter, who founded the talent agency Night Owl Entertainment in 2015 to help local venues book music, offers helpful tips for bands looking for gigs. “Don’t just reach out and send a link to audio,” he says. “You need a professional press kit with bios, high-resolution photos, reviews, and press. An active, engaging online presence is also important.” A musician himself, Begleiter suggests newer bands keep an eye out for open jams or “new band nights” at

The music: everything from reggae to rock to pop; country artist Ricky Young plays every Thursday and Saturday

Good to know: This place can draw a big crowd (especially on Ricky Young nights), so come early for dinner and grab a prime table near the stage

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 6: Ricky Young

Jan. 12: Kellie & Steve

Jan. 19: Killbillies

Jan. 26: Latitudes

Feb. 4: Matt Hilton

FAMILY FUN

Riverwalk, Stuart rocknriverwalk.com

The scene: outdoor venue in downtown Stuart along the St. Lucie River with lawn and bleacher seating; vendors and shops nearby; very family friendly; pets welcome The music: Rock‘n Riverwalk series runs every Sunday from 1-4 p.m., featuring local musicians and tribute bands

Good to know: A free shuttle runs to the site from Osceola, Sailfish, and Kiwanis Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 7: Jupiter Rock Farm

Jan. 14: Live Bait

Jan. 21: The Andrew Morris Band

Jan. 28: The Rockabilly Boogie Band

Feb. 4: Dark Side of Sol

CROWD PLEASER

Swampgrass Willy’s, Palm Beach Gardens swampgrasswillys.net

The scene: casual sports bar with TVs, pool, darts, burgers, beer, booze, and solid

live music; lively late-night crowd

The music: up-and-coming artists playing rock, pop, country, punk, indie rock, and more Good to know: Their happy hour goes until 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, so enjoy discounted drinks before the show

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 6: Courage

Jan. 13: 46 & Tool

Jan. 20: The Hot Seat

Jan. 27: Florida Rock Zone

VINTAGE VIBE

Harry and the Natives, Hobe Sound harryandthenatives.com

The scene: Old Florida atmosphere; familyowned for more than 55 years; unique and quirky vibe; down-home cooking

The music: acoustic and solo acts, Americana, Southern rock

Good to know: The family business has been around since 1941, and current owner/chef Harry MacArthur grew up in the restaurant. Spend some time checking out all the vintage Florida memorabilia and quirky signs around the venue

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 6: Jupiter Narrows

Jan. 12: The Old Hippies

Jan. 13: Trailer Trash

Jan. 19: Acoustic Soul

Jan. 20: Collective Soul

ULTIMATE CHILL

Square Grouper, Jupiter squaregrouper.net

The scene: popular tiki bar on the water overlooking the Jupiter Lighthouse with a casual, laid-back vacation vibe; boat docks on-site for those arriving by water; burgers

Double Roads in Jupiter

and sandwiches on the menu

The music: a little bit of everything— country, pop, top 40, classic rock, funk, reggae, bluegrass

Good to know: The video for Alan Jackson’s hit “It’s Five O’clock Somewhere” featuring Jimmy Buffett was shot here

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 6: Riverdown

Jan. 12: Stacy’s Soul

Jan. 13: The Happiness Club

Jan. 20: Axcents

Jan. 26: Miss Dempsey’s Class

SUDS & SOUNDS

Tequesta Brewing Co., Tequesta tequestabrewing.com

The scene: friendly neighborhood microbrewery with a wide selection of craft beers on tap; special weekly events; dog-friendly

The music: country, pop, indie rock, reggae, soul, hip-hop—anything goes Good to know: They serve a ton of tasty craft beers but no liquor. If you like the beer you’re drinking, ask to take a growler home with you

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 5: Joey Calderaio Band

Jan. 13: Anniversary Block Party

Jan. 19: Alex Z Duo

Jan. 26: Antares Band

Feb. 17: The Kinected

ALL THAT JAZZ

Side Door Jazz Club, Stuart sidedoorjazzclub.com

The scene: upscale jazz club with a 1920s speakeasy feel; classic cocktails, wide selection of bourbon, bar bites

The music: national and local jazz

KILLBILLIES

A regular on the local music scene since 2010, the Killbillies have a unique sound inspired by Celtic/Irish music infused with bits of Americana, punk, and rock. The trio—Ben Childs of Tequesta, and Palm Beach Gardens residents Hector Diaz and James Galiano—play a multitude of instruments including guitar, drums, banjo, saxophone, and upright bass and put on some of the most high-energy shows around. The band released their fourth album, Back to Basics, in 2022 and just came off a tour of the Southeast. Later this year, they’ll hit the road again, but in the meantime, you can catch a show at Tiki 52 in Tequesta on January 19 starting at 6:30 p.m.. Childs and Diaz also host the 561 Music podcast featuring different artists and venue owners every week (on January 4, they will be podcasting live from Double Roads in Jupiter). Says Childs: “I made almost all my friends through the local music scene. It’s a big musical family here.” killbillies.net; 561music.com

artists such as the Billy Cofrances Jazz Quartet, the Mickey Freeman Quartet, and Maurice Frank

Good to know: It’s only open on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and it can take a minute to find the “side door”—the club is located in the East Ocean Pub behind Walgreens, off SE Monterey Road

Upcoming Shows

Jan. 4 & 18: Billy Cofrances Jazz Quartet

Jan. 11 & 25: Mickey Freeman Jazz Quartet

Square Grouper (right and above); Taking Back Sunday play the Abacoa Amphitheater during DAStoberfest (top right).

MICHAEL O’MALLEY

Kallee Jackson wearing one of her own creations

at Veterans Park in Port St. Lucie

for a FASHION PASSION

An unexpected gift led Port St. Lucie resident Kallee Jackson to a new career in fashion. Now her couture designs are cascading down runways from New York to Paris.

by VALERIE STAGGS

When Arthur Jackson Jr. gifted his wife a sewing machine for Mother’s Day in 2016, he never imagined she would wind up sewing her way into fashion history. “I didn’t even know how to sew at the time,” says Kallee Jackson, 37, who first used the machine to make a skirt for date night with her hubby. When she wore it out to dinner, two women sitting at the adjacent table asked where she bought her skirt. When Jackson explained it was her own design, the women asked if she would make skirts for them. They took out their checkbooks and paid her on the spot.

It seems those ladies had an eye for fashion. Today, Jackson’s designs are catching the attention of the fashion industry, from New York to Paris to London. In October, the Port St. Lucie resident traveled to France for Paris Fashion Week 2023, where models walked the runway in her couture designs. She has also launched a resort collection and a handbag collection and is garnering accolades as a designer she

‘‘

I’m self-taught, so I am constantly surprising myself with each new design.” —K allee J ac K son

never could have dreamed up. Her burgeoning success in the industry is all a bit surreal for a woman from humble beginnings.

Originally from Jamaica, Jackson immigrated to the United States in 2003 with her family when she was 17 years old. The family settled in Stuart, where Jackson worked at Wendy’s and then at Publix. She married in 2006, and she and her husband, Arthur, a manager at Publix, moved to Port St. Lucie and started a family. Raising her three children while holding down a job at Publix, Jackson says she found herself struggling with depression. “I came from poverty, and I couldn’t see my dreams ever coming true,” she says. And then came Mother’s Day 2016, when her husband hoped to make her day special by gifting her that sewing machine. “He couldn’t figure out what to get me, and I thought he was crazy,” Jackson recalls thinking of the gift selection.

Nonetheless, she started sewing—first the skirts, then, when the pandemic hit, she started making face masks. As she got more adept with the machine, she eventually began making dresses for proms, weddings, and galas. By 2022, designing had became her passion, and she opened a fashion house, Maison de Kallee Jackson, in St. Lucie West, where she sells

STEVEN MARTINE

COURTESY OF KALLEE JACKSON

Jackson (second from right) and models show off some of the designer’s looks outside Maison de Kallee Jackson.

Jackson in her Port St. Lucie studio

her one-of-a-kind dresses.

Jackson creates custom pieces that cater to individual tastes, working closely with clients to understand their likes and dislikes, their favorite colors, which fabrics are best for the design and their body shape, and what occasion they will be wearing the dress for.

“I sketch as they talk,” says Jackson, who aims to capture on paper her clients’ unique visions. Once a design comes to life as a finished dress, Jackson’s team at Maison de Kallee Jackson styles the client with shoes, accessories, hair, and makeup, treats them to a photo shoot, and even coordinates limousine service to the event.

Her portfolio of sketches and photographs of finished dresses is impressive and diverse, each design more

stunning than the next and each quintessentially unique. Jackson admits she is often as astonished as her customers when she sees the final result. “I’m selftaught, so I am constantly surprising myself with each new design,” she says.

It wasn’t long after opening her business that Jackson received something every fashion designer dreams of: an invitation to New York Fashion Week. Runway 7, one of the production companies for NYFW, had seen Jackson’s dresses on social media and was impressed. They asked if she would like to put on a runway show at the 2023 NYFW in February, featuring 10 of her designs. “It was exciting and emotional at the same time,” recalls Jackson. “It takes some designers 15 to 20 years to be invited. For me, it proved even more that I am good at what I do and motivated me to keep going.”

The show was a resounding success—one of her runway

Clockwise from left: Jackson in the studio with one of her designs in progress; behind the scenes at Paris Fashion Week 2023; hard at work on a design in Port St. Lucie.

COURTESY OF KALLEE JACKSON

looks was even purchased by a wellknown celebrity (Jackson says she has to keep the name private for now). There was a billboard in Times Square featuring Maison de Kallee Jackson. It was all so surreal….

Her successful New York show paved the way for more esteemed invitations—to Paris Fashion Week this past October, as well as London Fashion Week and Dubai Fashion Week in 2024. Jackson says she hopes to see an invitation for Milan Fashion Week soon.

While she prepares for London, Jackson is also busy launching her new resort collection, the Kallee Jackson Kiss Collection. Introduced at Paris Fashion Week 2023, the collection is a mix of bright, colorful pieces that Jackson says offers something for everyone, regardless of their size or age. “I wanted to create a collection that everyone could have access to,” she says. For now, the new collection is only available online (at kalleejackson.com), but she is working toward getting it into stores. Her handbag collection, Kallee Jackson Evening Bag Collection, which is also sold on her website, features bags made of wood in vibrant colors and patterns, each a unique work of art.

As her star continues to rise in the fashion world, Jackson is still very much grounded in the community she has called home since arriving in America 20 years ago. In August, she hosted a fashion show at Treasure Coast Lexus to benefit several local charities including the Pace Center for Girls, Boy & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County, and Strive for Excellence. Models walked the runway wearing 40 of Jackson’s designs, including some from the new resort collection. “The best part was that I have so much love for this place, and I got to see the love right back,” she says.

Starting this month, Jackson’s designs will be sold in

stores in Paris—just another one of her dreams coming true. “I would like to be a well-known fashion house, open a boutique here in South Florida, and be invited to Milan,” she says when asked about future goals. There is one person for sure who believes all of that will happen: her husband. “Arthur is my biggest supporter,” says Jackson. “He always saw things differently. From the beginning, he always said, ‘She can do all that!’” kalleejackson.com ❖

A model walks the runway in a Kallee Jackson original at Paris Fashion Week in October.

Artistic

by KATHERINE LANDE

Gucci continues its sustainability efforts with a new age version of the iconic Horsebit 1955 handbag featuring two asymmetrical designs using Demetra, a vegan alternative to leather that contains certified hemp and Econyl recycled nylon.

Horsebit 1955 mini shoulder bag ($2,800), Horsebit 1955 small shoulder bag ($3,200), Gucci, gucci.com

Handbag

Louis Vuitton’s latest Artycapucines collection unites leading contemporary artists with the craftsmanship of the maison’s masterful artisans, featuring each artist’s interpretation of the Capucines handbag. Available in a limited edition of 200.

Louis Vuitton Artycapucines bag MM by Tursic & Mille in embroidered taurillon leather ($10,500), Louis Vuitton Artycapucines bag MM by Ewa Juszkiewicz in printed and airbrushed leather ($10,500), Louis Vuitton, louisvuitton.com

LinksLuxe

Celebrating the unique path of every individual, the new Tiffany Forge collection showcases links that are open rather than closed, symbolizing the openness of life with all its twists and turns.

Jewelry crafted in polished or blackened sterling silver (prices vary),Tiffany & Co., tiffany.com

Couture

Christian Louboutinx Marvel honors the 100-year legacy of the superhero universe with a limited-edition collection of whimsical shoes and accessories for men, women, and children.

Christian Louboutin x Marvel accessory collection (prices vary), Christian Louboutin, christianlouboutin.com

SETTING THE STANDARD

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ASK THE EXPERTS of the Palm Beaches ??

Seven industry experts shared their professional knowledge with us, and it’s our pleasure to pass it along to you. Read on to learn about them in exclusive Q&As for your eyes only.

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TAX, ESTATE PLANNING, RISK MANAGEMENT AND LIFESTYLE

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ALEXIA VARGA, CPA, CFO & DIRECTOR OF TAX STRATEGIES

QWHEN DID YOU ESTABLISH YOUR PRACTICE?

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Our practice was established in 1997. Since then, we have developed a very specialized and distinctly different platform of financial solutions. CPA and Tax, Investment Advisory, and Property and Casualty Risk Solutions. This has given us a unique perspective on a diverse set of topics. Given that we are deeply involved across all meaningful financial decisions our clients face, we have become very pragmatic on not only developing distinct expertise but have also curated truly wholistic action plans.

WHAT EXPERIENCES HAVE LED YOU TO BECOME AN EXPERT WITHIN YOUR INDUSTRY?

Having advised some of the most successful and complex families, our experience and resulting thesis on investments, tax and insurance is both rare and impactful. With our long-term experience, we have been successfully advising our clients throughout some of the most prosperous of times, as well as through some of

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the most challenging environments. This has shaped our opinion on how to both take advantage of appropriate risk, while avoiding pitfalls.

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ASSET PROTECTION

MICHELLE SILVESTER

GreatFlorida Insurance

QWHAT IS “UNINSURED MOTORIST” COVERAGE?

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A type of car insurance that can pay medical expenses if you or passengers are injured in by a driver without liability insurance or low limits, or a hit-and-run. It covers medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and funeral expenses.

IF A PIPE BURSTS, WILL HOMEOWNER’S INSURANCE COVER DAMAGES?

Homeowners insurance policies generally cover water damage caused by unforeseen pipe damage. Flood insurance covers damage arising from water entering the home from the outside, such as an overflowing lake or pool.

DO I NEED GOLF CART INSURANCE?

Golf cart insurance provides coverage for collision and comprehensive, bodily injury, and property damage. Street legal golf carts are treated like cars and require insurance with coverage for uninsured motorists, personal injury protection (PIP), or medical payments, custom equipment, and roadside assistance.

WILL A WIND MITIGATION INSPECTION LOWER MY INSURANCE COST?

If you improved a deficiency (e.g., installed an impactrated garage door) or replaced or updated a roof, then a new inspection may result in a discount. If you have shutters and install impact glass, then the opening protection discount was in place and the improvement is not eligible for further discount.

WHAT IS MY HURRICANE LOSS DEDUCTIBLE?

Typically it is determined by a percentage of the coverage

A limit on the homeowner's insurance policy. For example, if you have $500,000 in coverage A and a 2 percent hurricane deductible, your initial out of pocket is $10,000.

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The Corcoran Group

QHOW WOULD DESCRIBE OUR CURRENT LUXURY MARKET?

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South Florida remains a major player in the luxury real estate market. While our pandemic frenzy has levelled off, we still have strong demand from out-of-state buyers. Today’s buyers are more price and value driven.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE A PROSPECTIVE HOME SELLER?

Price your home right and you will see more serious buyers and less days on market. Hire a local agent with a strong record and references for the highest return. Get your home “showing ready” before you list it: tackle repairs, clean, declutter and depersonalize, paint (light/ neutral), and brighten lighting and landscaping.

WHAT ARE TODAY’S HOMEBUYERS LOOKING FOR?

Location, condition, and price. Many buyers are looking to simplify and upgrade—and prefer (and will pay a premium for) new or renovated homes vs. a project. The latest trends are home automation with security, flawlessly designed kitchens, spacious home offices, luxury primary bedrooms and good outdoor living space.

WHAT IS YOUR BEST ADVICE WHEN WORKING WITH HOME BUYERS?

Define your “must haves” for the home and neighborhood. Work with an experienced agent to find the best homes within your price range. Factor in insurance costs, taxes, and assessments. Do a thorough inspection.

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THE EXPERT IN

FINE JEWELRY AND WATCHES

SETH BERMAN, MANAGING PARTNER

Provident Jewelry

QWHY ARE PREOWNED WATCHES GAINING POPULARITY?

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Due to the pandemic, there is a massive inventory shortage of new watches. This fuels demand for preowned timepieces and drives up value. We’re seeing a similar phenomenon in other luxury industries. Vintage and collectible timepieces are becoming especially popular. In the past two years, pre-owned value has gone through the roof with several watch auction records being broken.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BUYING PREOWNED WATCHES?

It’s a great way to get the most value out of a luxury timepiece. With certain brands, the first buyer has already taken the hit on initial depreciation. When you buy on the secondary market, your watch will better maintain its value toward future upgrades and trades.

HOW CAN YOU FIND A REPUTABLE SELLER?

Buying online can be risky because it’s difficult to determine authenticity. The best way to know you’re getting an authentic timepiece is by working with experts at an established local retailer. Provident Jewelry has been doing business in the community for almost 30 years and we guarantee the authenticity of pre-owned timepieces. Customers can feel confident buying with us because we have an in-house master watchmaker and offer a full-year warranty on pre-owned timepieces.

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ESTATE, TAX AND RESIDENCY PLANNING

MATTHEW N. TURKO, COUNSEL, PRIVATE CLIENTS GROUP

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

QWHAT ARE YOUR LEGAL AREAS OF EXPERTISE?

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Trusts and estates law, which includes estate plans and lifetime gifting techniques. I advise on federal income, gift, estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes, probate and trust administration, and non-grantor trusts to maximize Qualified Small Business Stock exclusions and state income tax savings. I assist clients with family LLCs and LPs, and advise clients on establishing Florida residency, especially those moving from Connecticut. I am licensed in Florida, Connecticut, and New York.

WHY DO YOU NEED AN ESTATE PLAN?

Estate planning offers important benefits:

• Minimization of estate taxation

• Control over the disposition of your assets and protection for your beneficiaries

• Designation of personal representatives and trustees to manage your affairs in the event of incapacity or death

• Appointment of individuals to make medical and end-of-life decisions

HOW LONG HAS CUMMINGS & LOCKWOOD BEEN PRACTICING PRIVATE WEALTH LAW?

For over a century, Cummings & Lockwood has built meaningful and lasting relationships with our private clients, serving as trusted advisors and providing sophisticated legal counsel at every important stage of life. We have over 200 attorneys, fiduciary accountants, paralegals and staff located in six offices in Florida and Connecticut and clients residing in nearly 50 states and 20 countries.

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THE EXPERTS IN MATCHMAKING

KELLY LEARY, M.S. MIRANDA CAPPARELLI Revolution Dating

QHOW DOES MATCHMAKING WORK?

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Think of matchmaking as being introduced to a potential date by a trusted friend. In our cheerful and inviting office, we turn singles into couples. This combination of decades of experience, education, and A List Connections, make our process poetry-in-motion. As verified matchmakers, we treat our clients like gold, and balance their idealism with realism.

WHAT DO YOU LOOK FOR IN A NEW CLIENT?

We are selective for you. If we don’t want to meet someone, likely you don’t either. We want emotionally, physically, and financially secure clients who are unfettered and ready for a new adventure in this new year. We avoid people who present like curmudgeons, preferring optimistic, kind, and salt-of-the-earth clients from their 20s to 80s. We are looking for a win-win for you and for us. This is the love business at its best.

HOW DOES REVOLUTION DATING DIFFER FROM ONLINE DATING?

We are the opposite of online dating. We believe in real-life interactions and real-life relationships, shielding our clients from online scammers, catfish, and the disingenuous. Algorithms don’t care, but we do. We have skin in the game and so do you. Your success is our success. We are an award-winning Love Firm.

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SPEAKER SERIES DISCOVERING CREATIVITYAMERICAN ART MASTERS JANUARY 10 - MARCH 17, 2024 JORDI MOLLÀ ARTISTIN RESIDENCE

JANUARY - JUNE, 2024

February 24-25, 2024

April 20-21, 2024

All performances at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

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ON VIEW

JANUARY 26 – APRIL 6, 2024

While women artists are beginning to achieve recognition for their work, they remain under-represented in galleries and museums. This exhibition focuses exclusively on the work of women artists and their responses to perceived requirements of domesticity, the many waves of feminism, and their own lived experiences.

Véronique Chagnon-Burke, co-founder of the Women Art Dealers Digital Archives (WADDA), serves as guest curator.

Robert M. Montgomery, Jr. Building Main Gallery

601 Lake Avenue Lake Worth Beach, FL 33460

Tuesday – Saturday, 12 – 5 p.m. Free and open to the public palmbeachculture.com/exhibitions

Laura Tanner, Lola III (Three Tiered), detail, 2021 , Ink drawing on hand-cut mylar, 47 ¾ x 37 ¼ inches

Ellen Liman Exhibition generously sponsored by:

Olivia Rachel Austin , I Shall Be Released , 2023, Fabric and acrylic paint on found object, 12 x 12 inches

Autumn Kioti Horne, Red Hen (impossible standard) , 2017, Performance piece

Lisa Zukowski, Things Fall Apart V 2018, Terracotta, encaustic, string, 8 x 6 ½ x 5 inches

Flagler Museum Programs

FLAGLER MUSEUM

2024

Five Concerts from February 6 - March 5, 2024

Ulysses Quartet, Feb. 6 • Pianist Elissa Lee Koljonen, Feb. 13

Beo String Quartet, Feb. 20

Aznavoorian Sisters, Feb. 27 • Black Oak Ensemble, March 5

Audience members experience chamber music as it was intended, in a gracious and intimate setting. Enjoy the rare opportunity to meet the musicians during a champagne and dessert reception following each concert.

Sponsored by:

Roe Green

MBS Family Foundation

Railcar 91

Tea Room

Rena & John Blades

Open for the Season through March 31, 2024

The Railcar 91 Tea RoomTM offers a tea service featuring delicacies and refreshments reminiscent of the elegance of entertaining during the Gilded Age. The Flagler Kenan Pavilion evokes the ambiance of a 19th-century Beaux-Arts railway palace and provides guests with spectacular panoramic views of Lake Worth and the West Palm Beach skyline. Henry Flagler’s private Railcar No. 91 completes the setting.

SERIES

The Whitehall Lecture Series presents Unlikely Titans of Industry & Commerce, at 3:00 pm each Sunday afternoon from February 4 to March 10. Experts and authors will speak about Titans that were responsible for some of the most successful business ventures built from the ground-up. When possible, each lecture will be followed by a book signing with the author.

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Saturday, February 17, 2024

11:30 am Reception • 12:00 pm Lunch & Program

Four Seasons Resort, 2800 South Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach, Florida

Chairpersons: Park Miller and Patty Dean

Honorary Chairpersons: Mark & Karen Luebke

Meredith Baxter Is This

Year’s Guest Speaker

Meredith Baxter has been an actress for 49 years; she’s also a writer, artist and mother of five, grandmother of 3. She starred in five television series, including the long-running Family Ties.

Meredith will generously open up about her remarkable voyage, delving into her struggles with alcohol dependency and surviving domestic abuse while embracing the art of aging gracefully with a renewed sense of purpose

Made with LOVE

AFlavor

by LOLA THÉLIN

ngela Wright has always been comfortable in the kitchen. Her Italian mother and grandmother introduced her to baking and cooking at a young age, and the family spent much of their time in the kitchen together. But it was her brother and sister-inlaw who later introduced her to the world of sourdough. “They are true homesteaders and live primarily off the land [in New Hampshire],” says Wright, who resides in Tequesta. “They raise and butcher their own meat, produce fresh milk, homemade cheese, herbs, fruits, and vegetables. My sister-in-law showed me the ropes with sourdough when I visited, and she sent me home with my very first established starter. I dove in headfirst.”

Last year, Wright began selling her bread under the brand Love & Flour. Her made-to-order loaves feature fresh ingredients she purchases from a local green market and include

flavors like caramelized onion with Gruyère, fig and goat cheese, jalapeño cheddar, cranberry walnut, and cinnamon raisin. Her specialty is focaccia with olive oil, rosemary, and sea salt, and she also makes a delectable Italian lemon ricotta cake. Varieties change weekly, and Wright is happy to modify ingredients to honor custom orders. $11-25/sourdough loaf; $22 lemon ricotta cake; bakesy.shop/b/love-flour

Clockwise from top left: Angela Wright’s lemon ricotta cake; focaccia; roasted tomato and herb sourdough.

FRESH Idea

Berry Fresh Cafe CEO Mitch Timoteo reflects on the successful biz his father established, which now has four locations in the area

Residents of Palm Beach Gardens now get to enjoy what those farther north have been treated to for years, as a fourth Berry Fresh Cafe opened in the Shoppes of Oakbrook Plaza late last summer. The local chain was founded by longtime restaurateur Tim Timoteo, who opened the first cafe in Port St. Lucie in 2009. His son Mitch soon joined his dad in the business as they opened two more locations, in Stuart and Jupiter, becoming director of operations in 2018. When Tim retired, Mitch took the helm as CEO—a role he continues today (though regulars often spot him behind the counter taking orders or in the kitchen cooking). His father sadly passed away last year, and Mitch continues to honor his legacy, expanding the business that has become a local favorite. We caught up with the Palm City resident to learn a little more about the family biz.

How did your dad get started in the restaurant industry?

He was in the Navy and heard about this successful restaurant franchise that had just started up called Kentucky Fried Chicken— this was the mid ’60s. He and a buddy had some savings, and they drove to Kentucky and made a handshake deal with the Colonel Sanders. My father grew up in a social family environment where great food, friendship, and relationships were important, and this career just fit his personality.

Where did the idea for Berry Fresh Cafe come from?

At that time, the fresh food movement was starting. People didn’t want to go to chain restaurants; they wanted farm-to-table. That’s where he came up with the name Berry Fresh. He was living in Port St. Lucie, so that’s where he opened the first one. That was 14 years ago, and we’re still there.

Did you always want to work with your dad?

When I was a little boy, I could only spend time with him on weekends because he worked all the time. We always said, “Someday we’re going to build a national chain together.” And we did. We had up to 30 R.J. Gators restaurants at our peak. But in 2006-2007, with the economy, we got wiped out. I give my father a lot of credit because he just picked right back up. He was 68 years old when he started Berry Fresh.

He was such an industry leader. What’s the biggest thing you have learned from watching him over the years?

Definitely perseverance. He always had a positive outlook, even though he had some setbacks in his career. He always told me, “It’s not what happens to you, it’s how you handle it.” He loved the restaurant business.

What’s your business philosophy?

Our secret sauce is our culture. We couldn’t do this without our team, and it’s all about the team. We have a lot of systems in place for training and rewarding our people for doing a great job, like the Mr. T’s Employee Assistance Fund—”Mr. T” was my dad [Tim]. It’s a tough industry overall, and the fund helps people in the restaurant family who are in need. We also give back 20 percent to the community and do a lot of fundraising. We’re a restaurant with a soul.

Talk about the “fresh” in Berry Fresh Cafe.

We source fresh whenever possible, and our menu rotates based on seasons and is influenced by whatever vegetables are growing at the time. I go to Fitzgerald Farms in Georgia to buy peaches. We get strawberries from the Parkesdale Farm in Plant City, Florida. We get blueberries from Winter Haven and heirloom tomatoes from Homestead.

Stop by the new location at 111658 U.S. Hwy. 1, Palm Beach Gardens; berryfresh.cafe; 561.486.7580 ❖

Clockwise from left: Mitch Timoteo (left) with his son Michael (center) and his late father, Tim (right); Georgia peach and goat cheese omelet; strawberry salad.

Local Dining Guide

A Selection of Area Restaurants

AMERICAN

1000 NORTH

The Jupiter Lighthouse serves as the backdrop for Chef Jason Van Bomel’s global takes on classic dishes. Elegant environs and more than 40 rare wines by the glass complete the picture. 1000 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; 1000north.com; 561.570.1000

BEACON

Love Street’s upscale eatery offers coastal cuisine with a Mediterranean flair. 1107 Love St., Jupiter; thebeaconjupiter.com; 561.532.3280

CAFÉ CHARDONNAY

Chef-owner Frank Eucalitto has augmented the menu with influences from Latin America and Asia, using local fish and produce, plus an extensive wine list. 4533 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; cafechardonnay.com; 561.627.2662

CASTAWAYS GASTROPUB

As a self-proclaimed “Treasure Coast craft beer destination,” Castaways serves brews from Florida and around the world. The gastropub also offers a full menu to complement your beer of choice. 911 NE Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen Beach; castawaysfla.com; 772.618.3838

CHEF’S TABLE

Sophisticated New American restaurant offering fine wine and seasonal menus in understated, rustic digs. 2313 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; chefstable stuart.com; 772.287.5599

COLAB KITCHEN

Head to this urban farm with a café serving locavore cuisine, plus shop its market for fermented

foods, bread, and more. 100 SE MLK Jr. Blvd., Stuart; colabkitchenfl.com; 772.872.6243

COOLINARY

This newly expanded space by Tim and Jenny Lipman features the Parched Pig bar concept combined with a kitchen to serve up creative cuisine. 4580 Donald Ross Road Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens; thecoolpig.com; 561.249.6760

THE COOPER

Sustainable, environmentally conscious food in a contemporary setting, with unparalleled service. The menu is inspired by fresh, locally sourced ingredients that are mindfully prepared. Artisan cocktails, wines, and microbrews are a huge draw at its indoor and outdoor bars. 4610 PGA Blvd. Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens; thecooperrestaurant. com; 561.622.0032

DISTRICT TABLE & BAR

Chef Jason Stocks presents his creative take on everything from dry-aged burgers to sourdough pizza in a contemporary dining space. Sustainability is also a focus: Oyster shells are recycled to rebuild local reefs and oyster beds. 4665 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart; districttableandbar.com; 772.324.8357

FARMER’S TABLE

A community restaurant offering a variety of dishes for all types of diners. Enjoy brunch, happy hour, and dinner with outstanding beverages, including garden-to-glass cocktails and elixirs. 951 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach, dinefarmers table.com; 561.691.3430

THE GAFFORD

Southern hospitality and perfectly executed plates

such as Mabel’s fried chicken, a local favorite. The signature “Gafford” is a 20-ounce bone-in prime Revier Ranch ribeye that pays homage to owner Rick Wilson’s grandfather and the steaks they used to cook together. 47 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart; thegafford.com; 772.221.9517

HONEYBELLE

Led by Chef Lindsay Autry, this PGA National restaurant offers a little bit of everything to satisfy all guests. Enjoy bites like wood-fired pizzas, poke bowls, and Autry’s famous fried chicken. 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens, pgaresort.com/dine/honeybelle; 561.627.7015

HUDSON’S ON THE RIVER

Enjoy a mix of flavors translated into dishes ranging from Island River Ramen to maple-glazed pork belly to pepper-crusted tuna salad. 351 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart; hudsonontheriver.com; 772.266.8061

KITCHEN NORTH

A contemporary American brasserie brought to town by Chef Matthew Byrne and wife Aliza. This sister concept to their West Palm Beach outpost features elevated twists on classic dishes. 5250 Donald Ross Road Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens; kitchenpb.com; 561.328.8825

MANATEE ISLAND BAR & GRILL

Manatee Island Bar & Grill offers a variety of options, from seafood to steak to veggie burgers, all filling and all fresh. 1640 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce; 772.242.8460; manateeislandbarandgrill.com

MRS. SMOKEYS REAL PIT BAR-B-Q

For authentic pit barbecue and soul food to boot, Mrs. Smokeys offers ribs and brisket and sides

Flavor

of corn, collards, and coleslaw. Grab a platter or combo and a fried biscuit too. 5430 Military Trail Suite 60, Jupiter; mrssmokeys.com; 561.557.3800

NEVS BARBECUE

A Texas-influenced smoke show, NEVS Barbecue uses its wood-fire rotisserie smoker to serve up brisket, black pepper sausage, baby back ribs and pulled chicken. Once it’s sold out, it’s gone for the day. 9910 Alt. A1A Suite 709, Palm Beach Gardens; nevsbarbecue.com; 561.437.6387

PICKLED

Bright and spacious restaurant with late hours and flavorful eats including Wagyu sirloin, duck pot pie, truffle mac and cheese, and charcuterie boards. 201 N. 2nd St., Fort Pierce; pickledinthe fort.com; 772.448.4239

SAND DUNE CAFÉ

Sand Dune Café sits just 50 yards from Jensen Beach, making it the perfect aid for your beach day longevity. Leave the cooler at home and grab impressive seaside drinks and eats. 4191 NE Ocean Blvd., Jensen Beach; martin.fl.us/sanddune cafe; 772.419.2472

SEASONS 52

Experience the sensational flavors of an awardwinning international wine list and a seasonally inspired menu, where most items contain fewer than 500 calories. 11611 Ellison Wilson Road, Palm Beach Gardens; seasons52.com; 561.625.5852

SEAWAY SMOKEHOUSE

Classic and hearty barbecue served from a charming two-story space. In-store and outdoor seating available. 101 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce; seaway bbq.com; 772.577.6350

SOUTH FORK KITCHEN & BAR

Made-from-scratch dishes, from seafood to steak, prepared by Naples native Chef Ron Kerr. 900 SE Indian St., Stuart; southforkkitchenandbar. com; 772.247.7382

SPRITZ CITY BISTRO

Upscale American bistro featuring tapas and small plates. 61 SW Osceola St., Stuart; spritzcitybistro. com; 772.320.9100

TASTE

Taste looks just as bright and colorful as it, well, tastes. Stop by for a chill bite; there is something for everyone. 11750 SE Dixie Hwy., Hobe Sound; tastehobesound.com; 772.546.1129

TAYLOR FARMHOUSE CAFÉ

A cozy, rustic café offering American classics, amid some creative ones (alligator bites), as well as a spacious outdoor area and a partnership with Burrito Bros. Food Truck. 16891 Jupiter Farms Road, Jupiter; jupiterfarmhousecafe.com; 561.747.8221

TIKI 52

This waterfront bar and grill serves up fresh favorites and will even cook your catch. A sunny, colorful place for live music and good eats. 18487 SE Federal Hwy., Tequesta; tiki52tequesta.com; 561.744.9113

TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR

Lifestyle brand Tommy Bahama brings its concept restaurant to Palm Beach Gardens. With indoor and outdoor options, Marlin Bar has shareable

and locally sourced food (surf and turf) and signature cocktails, all amid its tropical namesake prints. 3101 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, tommybahama.com; 561.909.1886

TOPSIDE AT THE BEACON

This rooftop bar offers stunning views of the lighthouse and inlet. The small-plates menu features Basque-inspired bites and an extensive wine and beer list. 116 Love St., Jupiter; topsidejupiter.com; 561.532.3270

WAXIN’S

Stop in this new industrial-chic, Swedish-American restaurant and dine in one of the five unique seating areas. Pair your fine dining with wine in the chef’s room or get cozy in the casual living room with drop-in seating and televisions. 5300 Donald Ross Road Suite 130, Palm Beach Gardens; waxins.com; 888.892.9467

THE WOODS

Located at Harbourside Place, The Woods is Tiger Woods’ flagship restaurant and sports bar. Refuel on sophisticated dishes like lamb with an espresso rub and chocolate cherry gastrique or grab a cigar and a drink to unwind. 129 Soundings Ave., Jupiter; thewoods.tigerwoods.com; 561.320.9627

ASIAN

ASIAN FIN

Originally a six-table establishment and a sushi bar, Asian Fin now has a full bar, lounge, and more than double the seating capacity. Enjoy Asian fusion cuisine from steaks and sushi to spare ribs and carpaccio. 4650 Donald Ross Road Suite 106, Palm Beach Gardens; asianfin.net; 561.694.1900

ASIAN SPICE BISTRO

Small, contemporary Asian eatery specializing in beautiful sushi plates, Thai, and boats. 1888 NE Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen Beach; asianspice bistro.com; 772.208.5164

BENIHANA

Grab dinner and a show at this hibachi restaurant as tableside chefs prepare Japanese dishes. 3602 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; benihana.com; 772.286.0740

BLACKBIRD

Modern restaurant serving traditional ChineseAmerican mainstays like Peking duck and creative libations. 1511 N. Old Dixie Hwy., Jupiter; blackbird modernasian.com; 561.589.7505

KABUKI

For an intimate night out, come for traditional and modern sushi in a dimly lit environment. 5080 PGA Blvd. Suite 105, Palm Beach Gardens; kabuki wpb.com; 561.776.8778

KRUA THAI RESTAURANT

Authentic Thai dishes served family-style in an eclectically themed restaurant. 3283 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; kruathaiofstuart.com; 772.600.8114

NITROGEN BAR, GRILL, AND SUSHI

Impeccable sushi rolls, innovative hot dishes, and one of the area’s best burgers. 6779 W. Indiantown Road Suite 18, Jupiter; nitrogenbrasserie.com; 561.972.2944

PHO DELI

Authentic Vietnamese in a casual setting with

a counter-serve option and dishes from pho to bahn mi. 466 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie; 772.877.2133; 1007 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce; 772.882.9584; phodelipsl.com

SUSHI JO

Miami native Joseph Clark’s local chain offers a large selection of classic sushi options as well as hot Thai foods and Asian-inspired desserts. 14261 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach; sushijo.com; 561.691.9811

THAI LOTUS

Stunning sushi and Thai dishes accompanied by a stylish, contemporary atmosphere make Thai Lotus a can’t-miss at any of its three locations. 201 N. U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite C4, Jupiter; 561.320.9121; 137 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta; 561.743.0069; 12100 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach; 561.626.8218; thailotusflorida.com

WASABI THAI SUSHI

Stop by Wasabi Thai for good food, large portions, and a delicate ambience—plus a full liquor bar. 217 Orange Ave., Fort Pierce; wasabithaisushifl.com; 772.242.1310 CAFÉ

3 BARISTAS

Organic coffee and smoothies, as well as beans in bulk and café fare such as quiches, spinach and feta sandwiches, and various baked goods. 241 SW Monterey Road, Stuart; 3baristasorganic.com; 561.402.5976

ANGRY MOON CAFÉ AND WINE BAR

Enjoy craft dishes prepared with high-quality, flavorful meats, cheeses, and vegetables as you sip on a selection of wines and coffee in a robust, charming atmosphere. 2401 PGA Blvd. Suite 194, Palm Beach Gardens; angrymooncafe.com; 561.694.7945

BOMBOLONI BAKERY CAFÉ

Authentic Italian bakery and café offering pastries, sandwiches, soups, salads, and coffee. 3980 NW Federal Hwy., Jensen Beach; bombolonibakery. com; 772.261.8913

BUNK HOUSE COFFEE BAR

Formerly a bunkhouse that housed WWII soldiers, this 100-percent plant-based café offers acai bowls and fresh-baked goods alongside its coffee menu. 3181 NE West End Blvd., Jensen Beach; bunkhousecoffeebar.com; 772.261.8312

COFFEE BAR BLUE DOOR

Quaint downtown coffee shop serving breakfast, bistro fare, and baked goods, with flora-focused outdoor seating that’s especially enjoyable in the late hours. 38 SE Osceola St., Stuart; facebook. com/coffeebarbluedoor; 772.221.7707

DIAMOND TEA ROOM & BISTRO

Opt for the six-course high English tea, served all day, or order from an à la carte selection of teas, tea sandwiches, scones, or tea cookies. A constantly updating bistro menu satisfies larger appetites. 3868 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart; diamondtearoom.com; 772.781.5153

GILBERT’S COFFEE BAR

Enjoy coffee, cheese boards, smoothies, and more at this charming waterfront location. Stay

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for happy hour and gaze as the sun sets over the water. 615 SW Anchorage Way, Stuart; gilberts coffeebar.com; 772.214.1522

IMPORTICO’S BAKERY CAFÉ

Specializing in pastry and breads, with additional menu items like sandwiches and coffee. 3800 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart; 772.286.0204; 134 S. Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce; 772.429.3435; importicos bakerycafe.com;

THE LOKOMOTIVE

Located inside the family-owned-and-operated specialty market known as Ferro Via, The Lokomotive is a must-visit for a cup of joe or tea, plus pastries and grab-and-go items. 105 Center St., Jupiter; facebook.com/thelokomotive; 561.307.4962

PERK COFFEE HOUSE

California meets Florida in this café serving specialty drinks and a deliciously healthy menu with vast vegan options—all in a bright atmosphere. 384 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta; perkcoffeetequesta. com; 561.406.5551

THE ROASTED RECORD

An international, award-winning coffee roaster, café, and vinyl record store. In addition to its beer collaborations with Walking Tree and Ocean Republic brewing, The Roasted Record has 11 local craft beers on tap and a variety of both white and red wines. 600 S. Colorado Ave., Stuart; roasted record.com; 772.320.9918

STUART COFFEE COMPANY

Located in the heart of historic downtown, Stuart Coffee Company is the perfect spot to enjoy wraps, sandwiches, bagels, salads, and more. 55 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart; stuartcoffeeco.com; 772.600.8243

SUBCULTURE COFFEE JUPITER

Antique coffee shop with a traditional drink menu, breakfast sandwiches and toasts, smoothies, and acai bowls. Don’t miss the special music and trivia events. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Suite 5090; 561.323.7756; 107 Front St., Jupiter; subculture coffee.com; 561.320.6005

TEAPOTS & TREASURES CAFÉ

Teahouse with a selection of teas and beverages served by the pot, a menu including sandwiches, soups, and salads, and multiple tea services to choose from for a more elaborate affair. 14137 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach; teapotsandtreasurescafe.com; 561.881.0447

FRENCH/CREOLE

11 MAPLE STREET

Where French country meets Florida. 11 Maple Street offers a dining experience with fare resembling art. Chef Michael Perrin prepares his plates with the season’s peak items, including locally sourced produce and humanely raised meats. 3224 NE Maple Ave., Jensen Beach; elevenmaple. com; 772.334.7714

CAFÉ DES ARTISTES

Traditional French cooking, from bistro fare to elegant dinners, served waterfront in the heart of Jupiter Yacht Club Marina. 318 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; cafedesartistesfrenchbistro.com; 561.747.0998

KRAVE FRENCH RESTAURANT

This unassuming restaurant packs a punch with exquisite meals crafted by accomplished Chef David Hoquet. 626 U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta; kraverestaurant.com; 561.575.9222

LA GRANDE MARTIER

Formerly called Café Martier, this charming restaurant located in the historic post office arcade specializes in French casual fine dining with a speakeasy vibe. 23 SW Osceola St., Stuart; cafemartier.com; 772.600.5025

THE PARISIAN RESTAURANT & WINE BAR

Exclusive French wines and updated classics like coq au vin served in a relaxing ambience. The elegant desserts are worth saving room for. 201 N. U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite D9, Jupiter; theparisianrestaurant. com; 561.360.2224

VOODOO BAYOU

From the team that brought Calaveras Cantina to the area, Voodoo Bayou offers Cajun biscuits, fried chicken, gator bites, and more. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Suite 5095, Palm Beach Gardens; voodoobayou.com; 561.888.6703

GERMAN

THE HOFFMANN

Enjoy traditional German and American fare while relaxing at the expansive outdoor seating and barn. 3825 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach; the-hoffmann.com; 772.444.3697

SCHNITZEL HAUS

Chef Lenh offers an exciting menu featuring American fusion and German favorites such as potato pancakes, schnitzel, and sauerbraten. 5687 SE Crooked Oak Ave., Hobe Sound; schnitzel haushobesound.com; 772.210.2350

GREEK/MEDITERRANEAN

MANA GREEK FUSION

Laz and Anna Chasomeris bring their Greek mother’s family recipes to life inside this Mediterranean eatery. Ingredients are flown in from Greece and turned into favorites like pastitsio, mousaka, and cheesecake baklava. 117 N. Coastal Way, Jupiter; managreekfusion.com; 561.532.4275

OLYMPIC TAVERNA

Part of the Spiro’s empire, Olympic Taverna serves traditional Greek cuisine as well as American favorites. 2951 SW High Meadow Ave., Palm City; spirostaverna.com/palm-city; 772.781.8461

SPIRO’S TAVERNA

Greek-American fare like gyros and sandwiches, along with beer and wine, in a casual setting. 1738 St. Lucie W. Blvd., Port St. Lucie; spirostaverna. com; 772.879.4083

INDIAN

BOLLY TWIST

From the owners of India Palace, Bolly Twist offers an array of Indian and Indo-Chinese cuisine including tandoori dishes, meat and vegetarian entrées, dosas, biryani, and special platters. 5563 SE Federal

Hwy., Stuart; bollytwist.com; 772.210.6793

ELA CURRY & COCKTAILS

This eatery, whose name means “cardamom” in Sanskrit, features traditional thali along with Indian street foods. 4650 Donald Ross Road Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens; elacurrykitchen.com; 561.345.2196

NAMASTE GRILL

Nepalese and Indian cuisine inside a relaxed, contemporary space in the heart of downtown Stuart. Menu highlights range from tandoori and grilled meats to a hearty array of veggie entrées to goat curry with Nepalese spices simmered in a dark stew. 2500 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; namastegrill stuart.com; 772.283.5515

STAGE

Chef Pushkar Marathe delivers flavor-forward Indian cuisine with influence from all over the world. Staples like curries are complemented by lentil fritters, Korean barbecue ribs, fried chicken, and more. An on-site garden provides fresh herbs and botanicals for creative cocktails. 2000 PGA Blvd. Suite 5502, Palm Beach Gardens; stagepga.com; 561.408.3685

TAJ INDIAN

Curries steal the show at this establishment that offers a wide range of cultural favorites in addition to vegan and Halal foods. 529 NW Prima Vista Blvd., Port St. Lucie; tajpsl.com; 772.237.4567

ITALIAN

BRIO

A warm and relaxed eatery with Tuscan-inspired fare, wine, and cocktails. 3101 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; brioitalian.com; 561.622.0491

BUONASERA RISTORANTE

Classic and perfectly executed Northern Italian dishes in an intimate setting. The stellar wine list accompanies the deft and elegant cooking of Chef Leonardo Cuomo. 2145 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; buonaserajupiter1993.com; 561.744.0543

CARMELA’S WINE BAR

Carmela’s offers a diverse wine list, gourmet brick oven pizza, and several classical Italian dishes. 2311 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; carmelaspizza.com; 772.286.0877

CARMINE’S LA TRATTORIA

Carmine’s waterfront ambience is a perfect backdrop for an Italian fine dining experience. 2401 PGA Blvd. Suite 172, Palm Beach Gardens; carmineslatrattoria.com; 561.775.0186

CASA BELLA

This quaint restaurant combines northern and southern Italian cuisine under one roof. Expect big flavors and beyond-satisfactory Italian dishes. 512 SW 3rd St., Stuart; casabellastuart.com; 772.223.0077

CASA DEL VINO

This concept restaurant created by Silvia and Franco Mininni creates daily menus for dinner events and wine tastings, which routinely sell out. The Hobe Sound restaurant is outfitted with only a few dining tables, so act quickly. 11330 SE Federal Hwy., Hobe Sound, 772.675.2228.

CASA MIA TRATTORIA & PIZZERIA

Featuring authentic Italian, from-scratch recipes

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made with quality ingredients—including woodfired pizzas, seafood pastas, and delectable desserts—Casa Mia specializes in every aspect of Italian cooking. A strong wine selection, lively happy hour, and rotating specials keep regulars coming back. 337 E. Indiantown Road Suite 10E, Jupiter; casamiajupiter.com; 561.972.6888

EVO ITALIAN

Chef Erik Pettersen uses only the freshest and finest-quality ingredients available, including Italian imports such as extra virgin olive oil, San Marzano tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, and a variety of olives and aged Italian cheeses. 150 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta; evoitalian.com; 561.745.2444

FANTINI’S NEW HAVEN STYLE APIZZA

Known for New Haven–style thin crust known as “apizza,” Fantini’s offers old-school Italian soul food cooked fresh to order. A fan favorite is the white clam apizza. 1560 NW Federal Hwy., Stuart; fantinisapizza.com; 772.692.9980

GIGI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

With recipes passed down through generations, Gigi’s Neapolitan fare is time-tested and well worth a visit. 1322 NE Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen Beach; gigisitalian.com; 772.225.6444

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

Home to the largest selection of wines in Martin County, The Grove offers a twist on Italian. Chat over enticing charcuterie boards, Italian classics, and Mediterranean dishes. 8815 SE Bridge Road, Hobe Sound; thegrovehobesound.com; 772.402.5410

IL PROFESSORE

Chef Riccardo Faiella hails from Capri, Italy, making this Italian restaurant in the middle of Tequesta a true authentic find. With family-inspired service, Il Professore is consistent in presentation, taste and style. 626 U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta,

ilprofessoreitalianrestaurant.com; 561.575.9222

LA MASSERIA

Inspired by Puglia’s ancient farmhouses, La Masseria brings a taste of Italy from its original location in the heart of Manhattan to sunny South Florida. 5520 PGA Blvd. Suite 104, Palm Beach Gardens; lamasseriapbg.com; 561.660.8272

LIMONCELLO RISTORANTE

Upscale Italian restaurant serving fresh pastas made in-house daily, meats, seafood, and celebrated Italian classics. The extensive wine list features something to complement every dish. 2000 PGA Blvd. Suite 3110, Palm Beach Gardens; limoncellopbg.com; 561.622.7200

MARIO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Long-standing, casual dining joint serving Italian classics in generous portions. 1924 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; mariositaliandining.com; 772.283.6660

NICK & JOHNNY’S OSTERIA

Enjoy classic Italian dishes and specialty pizzas, all available along with plenty of seafood options such as cod, salmon, and shrimp, which can be added to any salad. 14133 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach; nickandjohnnysosteria.com; 561.318.5466

PEPE & SALE

Expect modern Italian dishes with a focused wine list in a fine dining atmosphere inside a bistrolike setting. 101 SE Ocean Blvd. Suite 103, Stuart; pepe-sale.com; 772.872.6251

PIETRO’S ON THE RIVER

Under the supervision of Chef Robert King, the kitchen puts out memorable authentic Italian dishes such as roasted Long Island duckling and swordfish puttanesca. 8735 S. Ocean Drive, Jensen Beach; pietrosontheriver.com; 772.229.7575

PORTOBELLO CUCINA ITALIANA

Portobello feels like a home away from home with its top-notch hospitality and the aroma of spices and authentic Italian cooking. 351 U.S. Hwy. 1,

Jupiter; portobellojupiter.com; 561.748.3224

PORTOFINO BISTRO MEDITERRANEO

Italian fare with Spanish influences, Portofino’s blends favorites from both cuisines like calamari alla griglia (grilled calamari with sherry pepper vinaigrette) and gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp). 891 Donald Ross Road, Juno Beach; 561.355.5936

PREZZO

Burt Rapoport’s Italian eatery serves wood-fired pizza and a handful of classics locals have grown to love over the years. 4520 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; eatprezzo.com; 561.429.6938

PROSECCO CAFÉ

Prosecco Café delivers contemporary sustainable cuisine with Mediterranean and Asian accents. Dive into fresh baked goods, salads, sandwiches and flatbreads, tapas, creamy gelato, and a wide selection of coffee, prosecco, wine, and beer. 4580 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; prosecco cafe.com; 561.622.3222

RISTORANTE CLARETTA

Authentic Italian dishes in a fine dining setting. All ingredients are imported fresh from Italy, and seafood comes straight from the Mediterranean Sea. 1315 SW Martin Hwy., Palm City; ristorante claretta.com; 772.219.9940

SAL’S ITALIAN RISTORANTE

Immerse yourself in an atmosphere reminiscent of a small Italian village as you dine on the selfproclaimed “best pizza and Italian food in South Florida.” 11290 Legacy Ave. Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens; 561.296.0800; 5500 N. Military Trail Suite 48, Jupiter; 561.493.8777; salsitalian ristorante.com

UNCLE EDDIE’S RISTORANTE

A native New Yorker and restaurateur, owner Eddie Lubic’s passion for authentic Italian cuisine has been passed down through generations. Savor dishes in a comfortable atmosphere. 4050 S. U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite 307, Jupiter; uncleeddiesristorante.com; 561.508.7799

LATIN AMERICAN/CUBAN

CASA CAÑA

This outpost by the O’Brien family serves a blend of traditional Florida dishes with a Latin flair. 377 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta; casacana.co; 561.250.6350

PERU WOK

Three Peruvian friends dreamt of and launched this project. There are daily rotating specials of hot dishes, as well as classic plates like leche de tigre (diced fish, marinated in ceviche broth and served in a cocktail glass) and chaufa, a Peruvian fried rice served with sesame seeds and veggies with a choice of protein. 711 W. Indiantown Road Suite B7, Jupiter; facebook.com/peruwokcuisine; 561.745.0058

PORT SAINT WICH

Cuban café specializing in sandwiches, desserts, and Cuban coffee. 3961 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie; portsaintlucierestaurant.com; 772.266.5152

SABOR LATINO RESTAURANT

Dine in a relaxed environment while noshing on

Crispy fried green tomatoes topped with pimiento cheese and sweet onion bacon jam at Dolphin Bar & Shrimp House in Jensen Beach

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Latin American fare. Dishes are inspired by food from Mexico, Guatemala, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Spain, Peru, and Argentina. 4391 Northlake Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; saborlatinorestaurants.com; 561.202.6948

MEXICAN

CALAVERAS CANTINA

Located at Harbourside Place, Calaveras Cantina provides a festive setting for Mexican staples like street corn, enchiladas, and churros. 125 Dockside Circle, Jupiter; calaverascantina.com; 561.320.9661

MERO MERO MEXICAN CANTINA

This Mexican cantina offers a small, authentic menu of ceviches, street bites, tacos, and more. 950 SE Indian St., Stuart; meromerocantina.com; 772.254.4022

PAPICHULO TACOS

Mexican street-style food inspired by Mexico, Cuba, Peru, and Argentina, plus a bar stocked with fresh juices, tequila, and cocktails. 1556 U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; papichulotacos.com; 561.250.7274

PUEBLO VIEJO

A family-owned local chain restaurant offering Mexican fare, drinks, and a tropical mural setting. 270 NW Peacock Blvd., Port St. Lucie; 772.807.5550; 1788 SE Port St. Lucie, Port St. Lucie; 772.335.1665; 291 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie; 772.336.5050; 1301 S. U.S. Hwy 1, Fort Pierce; 772.461.5551 puebloviejofl.com

RANCHO CHICO

Enjoy margaritas and Mexican cuisine offered in a vibrant cantina with booth seating plus colorful wall art. 686 U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta; 561.575.2906; 91 SW Monterey Road, Stuart; 772.288.6741; ranchochicoflorida.com

ROCCO’S TACOS & TEQUILA BAR

Every day is Cinco de Mayo at Rocco Mangel’s high-energy Mexican eatery. 5090 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; roccostacos.com; 561.623.0127

SURF TACO

Good vibes accompany good food. Besides the expected chicken and beef options, add cod, mahi, or salmon to your tacos, burritos, wraps, or bowls and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere at this coastal-inspired Mexican restaurant. 4050 U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; surftaco.com; 561.508.7679

TACO CHULA

Try a range of informal Mexican dishes in the colorful indoor dining area or outside on the patio. Customize your tacos and burritos, from the filling to the toppings. 10800 N. Military Trail Suite 108, Palm Beach Gardens; tacochula.com; 561.530.7755

TACO DIVE

Open late, Taco Dive offers craft beers with their homemade Mexican fare featuring fresh ingredients. 10501 SW Village Center Drive, Port St. Lucie; 772.345.3483; 208 N. 2nd St., Fort Pierce; 772.242.8635; 2025 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce; tacodive.com; 772.448.8477

TACO SHACK

With a menu offering over 100 types of tequila,

Taco Shack’s margarita list is sure to please. Pair the yummy sips with gourmet tacos and other bites. 1155 Main St. Suite 120, Jupiter; 561.508.3789; 555 S. Colorado Ave. Suite 102, Stuart; 772.288.9696; taco-shack.com

PORTUGUESE AND SPANISH

ANDALUCIA TAPAS BAR

This Spanish tapas concept is located in the heart of Jupiter and Tequesta, offering traditional croquetas, cured meats, seafood and meat entrées, and paellas. Live Latin music and flamenco shows set the scene. 187 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta; andaluciatapasbar.com; 561.406.6509

FERNANDO’S DOCKSIDE GRILLE

Take a tour along the coasts of the Atlantic with Chef Fernando Dovale, who whips up authentic Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine from shrimp scampi to pork Alentejana to seared scallops. 2214 SE Veterans Memorial Pkwy., Port St. Lucie; fernandosdocksidegrille.com; 772.337.1110

LUSO PORTUGUESE GRILLE

Portuguese outpost reflecting the country’s coastal heritage with a focus on seafood like octopus and shrimp cooked Mozambique-style. 11566 SW Village Pkwy., Port St. Lucie; lusogrille.info; 772.303.2400

SEAFOOD

BASIN SEAFOOD MARKET & KITCHEN

Fresh seafood on ice available for purchase as well as dining options and charming outdoor and indoor seating. 4150 SE Salerno Road, Stuart; 772.287.5771

BLUE POINTE BAR AND GRILL

Dock your boat and have a little fun on the land with live music seven days a week. Enjoy great food selections ranging from flatbreads to handhelds to a divine selection of desserts. 18701 SE Federal Hwy., Tequesta; bluepointebarandgrill. com; 561.406.6270

CATFISH HOUSE

A captivatingly decorated seafood joint specializing in classic fried selections. 11500 SE Federal Hwy., Hobe Sound; facebook.com/hobesound catfishhouse; 772.545.7733

CHOWDER HEADS

A casual eatery with traditional New England seafood dishes like lobster rolls and clam chowder. 2123 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; chowderheadsusa. com; 561.203.2903

COBB’S LANDING

A quality waterfront dining experience, the menu features hearty servings of pasta, seafood, and meat, along with live entertainment and a buzzing mojito bar. 200 N. Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce; cobbs-landing.com; 772.460.9014

COD & CAPERS SEAFOOD MARKET AND CAFÉ

A daily market and restaurant in one, Cod & Capers sells fresh fish to bring home or to enjoy in-house. 1201 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach; codandcapers. com; 561.622.0963

CONCHY JOE’S SEAFOOD

Dive into fresh seafood items such as Conchy’s Seafood Feast or the Bahamian-inspired conch salad. 3945 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach; conchyjoes.com; 772.334.1131

COOL’A FISHBAR

This cozy, tropical grill serves only fresh and locally sourced seafood dishes, with options including swordfish, mahi, salmon, snapper, shrimp, and more. 11340 Legacy Ave. Suite E-100, Palm Beach Gardens; coolafishbar.com; 561.622.2227

CRABBY’S

A no-frills seafood house known for crabs by the pound, an array of local catches, and live music. 4110 SE Salerno Road, Stuart; gettincrabby.me; 772.463.1166

DIVE BAR

Dine on the water at the Jupiter Yacht Club Marina along the Jupiter Riverwalk or sit at the open-air bar surrounding a large saltwater aquarium. 318 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; divebarrestaurant.com; 561.747.4767

DOLPHIN BAR & SHRIMP HOUSE

A fine waterfront retreat with panoramic river views and a wide-ranging menu featuring plentiful seafood selections, wood-grilled meats, and homestyle specials. 1401 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach; dolphinbar.com; 772.781.5136

FIREFIN GRILL

Located on the marina in the Harbour Financial Center, Firefin features award-winning sushi, fineaged steaks, and craft cocktails. 2401 PGA Blvd. Suite 160, Palm Beach Gardens; firefingrill.com; 561.472.7900

FOOD SHACK

Come to this casual locals’ favorite and enjoy some of the freshest and most creatively prepared seafood in the area. Head next door to Maxi’s Lineup after for live music and beer. 103 U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite D3, Jupiter; littlemoirsjupiter. com; 561.741.3626

GUANABANAS

Opened by Jupiter surfers as a sandwich shop in 2004, Guanabanas has become an institution in northern Palm Beach County for its lush, tropical setting, Caribbean cuisine, cocktails, and live music. 960 N. Hwy. A1A, Jupiter; guanabanas.com; 561.747.8878

HOG SNAPPERS

With its fusion of Latin, Caribbean, and Eastern Pacific flavors, the menu is diverse and delicious at this casual, beachy eatery. 279 U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta; hogsnappersshackandsushi.com; 561.401.9309

JETTY’S WATERFRONT RESTAURANT

The stunning views overlooking the Jupiter Lighthouse paired with fresh seafood make Jetty’s a winner. 1075 N. Hwy. A1A, Jupiter; jettysjupiter. com; 561.743.8166

JUNO BEACH FISH HOUSE

Seafood and fresh catches get a Florida and Caribbean twist at this mosaic-filled spot with indoor and outdoor seating. 13980 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach; junobeachfishhouse.com; 561.626.2636

KYLE G’S PRIME SEAFOOD & STEAKS

Eclectic, seafood-centric menu that blends the

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freshest daily catches, highest-quality raw bar, and shellfish selections. Plus, premium cuts of meat—all with stunning water views. 10900 S. Ocean Drive, Jensen Beach; kylegseafood.com; 772.237.5461

LATITUDES

A dining experience concentrating on a journey of the ocean’s best flavors, Latitudes is Jupiter Beach Resort’s new signature restaurant. 5 N. Hwy. A1A, Jupiter; opalcollection.com; 561.745.7120

LEFTOVERS CAFE

Grab a craft beer or glass of wine while enjoying the daily catch or other seafood dishes. Make sure to leave room for one of the dessert options, all served with berries, whipped cream, and toasted coconut. 451 University Blvd., Jupiter; littlemoirs jupiter.com; 561.627.6030

LOLA’S SEAFOOD EATERY

Enjoy New England–inspired seafood like fried clams and scallops, oysters, and pasta dishes in a lively setting. 4595 Northlake Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 561.622.2259; 181 U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; 561.406.5000; lolasseafood.com

LUCKY SHUCK OYSTER BAR & TAPHOUSE

Enjoy Gulf Coast cuisine, with a raw oyster bar and fresh fish and shellfish, as well as Southerninspired specialties such as crawfish gumbo. 1116 Love St., Jupiter; luckyshuckjupiter.com; 561.532.3331

NEW ENGLAND FISH MARKET & RESTAURANT

New England has you covered with fresh and flavorful seafood, available for purchase in their market or as a classic meal in their restaurant. 1419 NE Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen Beach; 772.334.7324; 3102 SW Martin Downs Blvd., Palm City; 772.872.7355; newenglandfish.net

RIVERWALK CAFE AND OYSTER BAR

A top stop for fresh-caught seafood and drinks in a casual atmosphere. Try the oyster stew and lobster ravioli, two favorites, and see why the venue fills up so quickly every night. 201 SW St. Lucie Ave., Stuart; riverwalkoysterbar.com; 772.221.1511

SAILOR’S RETURN

Fresh seafood, chops, and steaks enhanced by the most beautiful sunset on the Treasure Coast. The restaurant offers 220 seats for indoor or patio dining, two full bars, and live music seven days a week. 625 SW Anchorage Way, Stuart; thesailorsreturn. com; 772.872.7250

SCHOONERS SEAFOOD

A Jupiter landmark since 1984, this casual, familyfriendly spot offers a seafood-oriented bar and grill. 1001 N. Hwy. A1A, Jupiter; schoonersjupiter. com; 561.746.7558

SHRIMPERS GRILL AND RAW BAR

Discover a relaxed, tropical environment and sunset specials at this waterfront gem in Stuart. 4903 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart; shrimpersgrill.com; 772.220.3287

SNEAKI TIKI

Tiki-inspired tropical eatery outfitted with a patio to enjoy live music and everyone’s favorite seafood and tacos. 211 S. Colorado Ave., Stuart; sneakitikistuart.com; 772.286.0565

STRINGERS TAVERN & OYSTER BAR

Located at the former Pawnbrokers Grill in Harbour Bay Plaza, this eatery captures the area’s local boating history, and its decor mimics the interior of a boat. Dive into an array of oysters served on the half shell plus surf and turf favorites. 3754 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; stringerstavern.com; 772.210.2876

STUART BOATHOUSE

A stunning waterfront setting, an outstanding happy hour, enticing specials, and live music all weekend make Stuart Boathouse a go-to on the local dining scene. 49 SW Seminole St., Stuart; stuartboathouse.com; 772.266.4586

TIDEHOUSE

Dine from the second floor overlooking the Harborage Yacht Club & Marina. Expansive views span from the St. Lucie River to the Roosevelt Bridge. Fresh Florida seafood purchased from local fishermen, plus flatbreads, prime rib, and more. 915 NW Flagler Ave., Stuart; tidehouse.com; 772.444.3166

TOMMY BAHAMA RESTAURANT

The famed sportswear retailer translates its relaxed, island sensibility to lunch, dinner, and happy hour at Harbourside Place. Enjoy fresh seafood, regional produce, and handcrafted cocktails in the dining room or alfresco. 126 Soundings Ave., Jupiter; tommybahama.com/restaurants/ jupiter; 561.406.6631

THE TWISTED TUNA

Home to delectable sushi rolls, seafood dishes, and a raw bar, in addition to an array of Italian favorites. A bottomless Bloody Mary brunch is available on Sundays. 353-R S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; thetwistedtuna.com; 561.406.2188; 4290 SE Salerno Road, Stuart; thetwistedtunaportsalerno. com; 772.600.7239

U-TIKI BEACH

This waterfront restaurant boasts a tropical sand beach, open-air dining, an entertainment stage, and views of the Jupiter Lighthouse from the buzzing bar. Its casual menu includes Caribbean seafood, lobster rolls, sushi rolls, oysters, and wings. 1095 N. Hwy. A1A, Jupiter; utikibeach.com; 561.406.2210

STEAK HOUSE

THE BUTCHER’S CLUB

Check out Chef Jeremy Ford’s steak house at PGA National Resort. Succulent cuts of meat are served in an elegant atmosphere. 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens; pgaresort. com/dine/the-butchers-club; 561.627.4852

THE FORT STEAKHOUSE

A modern take on the classic steak house executed with elegant, rich dishes and a sophisticated yet colorful atmosphere. 100 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce; thefortsteakhouse.com; 772.882.9131

THE JUPITER GRILL

Modern, coastal grill in Harbourside Place serving prime cuts of steak and fresh seafood, premium wines, and elevated cocktails. 149 Soundings Ave. Jupiter; thejupitergrill.com; 561.768.9582

LEWIS STEAKHOUSE

An upscale steak house that brings the spirit of the area’s most iconic restaurant to Jupiter. Enjoy fine cuts of steak, a divine cocktail list, and sophisticated design. 6390 W. Indiantown Road Suite 59, Jupiter; lewissteakhouse.com; 561.277.9188

MEATING STREET

The Lamarra family offers USDA Prime steaks, seafood, and indulgent sides at their Tradition outpost. 10553 SW Meeting St., Port St. Lucie; meatingstreet.com; 772.348.3805

OAK AND EMBER STEAKHOUSE

Local favorite Chef Kyle G brings you Oak and Ember, an upscale classic steak house with delectable meats, sides, and craft cocktails. 848 SE Becker Road, Port St. Lucie; oakandembersteak house.com; 772.224.2553

VEGETARIAN/VEGAN/HEALTHY

CHRISTOPHER’S KITCHEN

More than just a vegan restaurant, Christopher’s is a gathering place where health-conscious eaters can experience Chef Harvey Gonzalez’s delicious creations in a warm and friendly setting. 4783 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; christophers kitchenfl.com; 561.318.6191

FRUITS & ROOTS VEGAN CAFE

This 100 percent plant-based menu offers coldpressed juices, smoothies, juice shots, oat bowls, salads, and sandwiches, all made with locally harvested ingredients. 710 S. Colorado Ave., Stuart; fruitsandrootsvegancafe.com; 772.678.6627

GREEN GARDEN CAFE

This restaurant provides healthy alternatives including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Pop in for an array of salads, sandwiches, paninis, juices, wheatgrass, and sugar-free and vegan-friendly breads. 11911 U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite 103, North Palm Beach; greengardencafe.net; 561.627.3233

MOOD

Jupiter/Tequesta’s first vegan restaurant serving inventive dishes like the Self Love Platter and You Had Me at Elote, paired with inventive garden-toglass sips. 235 S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta; moodvegan. com; 561.766.2317

PLANT BASED MAFIA

Mafia-themed restaurant with Italian and Southern influences underscoring plant-based selections. 7100 Fairway Drive Suite 52, Palm Beach Gardens; plantbasedmafia.com; 561.223.2432

SWEETGREEN

Fast-casual bowls and salads made to order that are healthy and creative. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Suite 4140, Palm Beach Gardens; sweetgreen.com; 561.510.8400

TABULEH CAFÉ AT PLANET OZONE

Tabuleh Café sits within the Planet Ozone market, the first “green” commercial building and gas station in Martin County. This market and café offers organic, gluten-free, Halal, and locally sourced selections as well as fresh-squeezed juices. 1601 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; planetozone.com; 772.403.2199 ❖

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October 12, 2023 | Elie Tahari, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens

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When/Where

October 10, 2023 | Atlantic Aviation, Stuart

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October 7, 2023 | Molly’s House, Stuart

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October 14, 2023 | Kai-Kai Farm, Indiantown

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Calendar

January 2024

EVENTS & PERFORMANCES

2 To Kill a Mockingbird, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, to Jan. 7, $39-$109. kravis.org

4 Divas Starring Frank Marino, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $50. lyrictheatre.com

6 Remembering Tony Bennett Tribute, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, tickets start at $48. sunrisetheatre.com

The Texas Tenors, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $50. lyrictheatre.com

Lego Show Brick Universe, MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, also Jan. 7, tickets start at $13. brickuniverseusa.com

8 An Evening with Yo-Yo Ma, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $45-$165. kravis.org

9 Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Jupiter, to Jan. 28, tickets start at $70. jupitertheatre.org

Jazz in the Gallery, Court House Cultural Center, Stuart, $5 (members free), registration required. martinarts.org

10 Canadian Brass, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $75. lyrictheatre.com

11 Rogers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, The Barn Theatre, Stuart, to Jan. 28, tickets start at $15. barn-theatre.com

12 Nana’s Naughty Knickers, Treasure Coast Community Theatre, Port St. Lucie, to Jan. 28, $25. treasurecoasttheatre.com

South Florida Fair, South Florida Fairgrounds, West Palm Beach, to Jan. 28, $10-$100. southfloridafair.com

Play On!, Pineapple Playhouse, Fort Pierce, to Jan. 28, tickets start at $30. pineappleplayhouse.com

Jay Leno, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, tickets start at $99. sunrisetheatre.com

Stuart Boat Show, 55 NW Dixie Hwy., Stuart, $18 ($15/veterans, $8/kids). stuartboatshow.com

13 D’Art for Art, benefiting Lighthouse ArtCenter, Turtle Creek Club, Tequesta, $500. lighthousearts.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County Lexus Great Futures Glitz & Glam Gala, MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, $300. bgcofslc.org

Johnny Mathis, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $39-$159. kravis.org

An Evening with Della Mae, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $35. lyrictheatre.com

18 The Sicilian Tenors, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $50. lyrictheatre.com

Oceans Alive! Annual Gala, Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach, $1,250. coxsciencecenter.org

20 Port St. Lucie Art & Craft Expo and Home Show, MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, also Jan. 21, free. cityofpsl.com

House of Hope Cirque Du Soirée, Piper’s Landing Yacht & Country Club, Palm City, $250. hohmartin.org/soiree

The Four Phantoms in Concert, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, tickets start at $54.50. sunrisetheatre.com

21 Paul Thorn, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $45. lyrictheatre.com

25 Seaside Chat with Jim Toomey, Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Juno Beach, $98-$100. marinelife.org

26 The Temptations, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, tickets start at $54.50. sunrisetheatre.com

Go Blue Awards, Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Juno Beach, $600. marinelife.org

Palm Beach Opera Presents Tosca, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, to Jan. 28, $25-$265. kravis.org

From left: Jay Leno at the Sunrise Theatre Jan. 12; Mystic Florida at the Elliott Museum to Jan. 20; Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre Jan. 9-28.

27 Jensen Beach Fine Art & Craft Show, 1912 NE Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen Beach, free. jensenchamber.com

Tradition’s World Fair, Tradition Square, Port St. Lucie, free. traditionfl.com

Wine in the Wild, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, Jupiter Farms, $200. buschwildlife.org

Port St. Lucie Seafood Festival, MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, also Jan. 28, $8/day ($15/ two days). portsaintlucieseafoodfestival.com

Mutts Gone Nuts, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $35. lyrictheatre.com

30 The Phil Collins Experience, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Jupiter, tickets start at $55. jupitertheatre.org

31 Material Girls, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Jupiter, tickets start at $55. jupitertheatre.org

MUSEUM & GALLERY SHOWS

Court House Cultural Center, Stuart. 33rd Annual All Florida Juried Art Show, Jan. 9 to March 2. martinarts.org

Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach. Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, to April 14. coxsciencecenter.org

Elliott Museum, Stuart. In Celebration of King Tut, Jan. 3 to May 31; Mystic Florida, to Jan. 20; Light as a Feather: The Birds of Florida, to Jan. 31; Art for Living, to April 1. hsmc-fl.com

Lighthouse ArtCenter, Tequesta. Wild Hearts, Jan. 18 to Feb. 24. lighthousearts.org

The Palm Room Art Gallery, Sewall’s Point. Kaleidoscope, dates TBA. martinartisansguild.org ❖

EVENT DETAILS CURRENT AS OF PRESS TIME. PLEASE CONTACT THE VENUE OR PRESENTER FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION.

Transcendence, Elizabeth Esther Kelly