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Contents JANUARY 2021

Features 28 Wellness at Every Age

Tips for staying physically, mentally, and emotionally fit in your 20s to your 60s and beyond By Tracy Marcello

36 Ramp It Up!

Take your athleisure style to a whole new level with these luxe designer

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Heal with the ancient practice of sound therapy By Skye Sherman

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Contents In Every Issue 10 Editor’s Note 12 Publisher’s Note 55 Flavor

Foodie news and dining guide

62 Hot Shots

Photos from recent events

64 Surf Report

What’s up on stuartmagazine.com

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Radar 15 Buzz

The Stuart Boat Show returns, peaceful locales to recharge, de-clutter tips for a stress-free space, artful endeavors, and more

18 Character

Meet the 92-year-old who just published her first novel

20 Beauty

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Skin care for the new year

22 Arts

Three creative locals, three very different mediums

24 The Goods

Find your zen with these calming home products

26 Vero Life

Explore and reset in Vero Beach

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Photographer: Michael Filonow Location: Jupiter Skate Park in Abacoa Community Park Fashion: Salvatore Ferragamo (for full credits, see story beginning on page 36)

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don’t really ever make New Year’s resolutions. But in light of the craziness of the last year, as December 31 approached, I found myself thinking a lot about what I truly want my life to look like in 2021. Not what I want to give up or get or change necessarily, but what is one thing I think would surely allow me to live my best life? The answer, for me, was this: I want to practice being mindful. Not just sometimes but all the time.

I want to strive to be mindful of what other people may be going through in their lives, mindful of the planet and how I treat it, and mindful of my own needs. But most of all, I want to be mindful in its truest sense—being aware and present in each and every moment.

When we’re mindful, we’re fully living each moment and not only accepting where we are but embracing it. We don’t regret the past or worry about the future. We are, to paraphrase the great Ram Dass, Being. Here. Now. And if we can be here now, magic happens. We feel lighter, less anxious, and, in turn, we are happier.

Henry David Thoreau lived in Walden Woods for two years and emerged totally woke. “You must live in the present, launch yourself on every wave, find your eternity in each moment,” he wrote. Easier said than done, I know. But more and more, medical doctors are recommending mindful meditation as a crucial part of total wellness.

Along with screenings and vaccines, regular physicals, proper diet, and ample sleep, doctors say learning to live in the moment is one of the most important things we can do for our health. Read about all the ways you should be taking care of your body, mind, and soul—from your 20s through your 60s and beyond—in “Wellness at Every Age” (page 28).

Another way you can calm your mind and body is through the ancient practice of sound healing. I’ve been super curious about the science behind it for a while now, and it’s definitely something I’m going to welcome in 2021. Find out how it works and how it can help you in in “The Power of Sound” (page 42).

In this issue, we’ve also included some simple ideas for entering the new year more mindfully—like peaceful places in the area to meditate or just chill out (page 16) and calm and cozy local goods that will make your home more serene (page 24).

I hope you enjoy the issue and wish you a happy, healthy, and mindful New Year!

Peace and blessings,

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ear valued readers, Welcome to 2021! As we enter a new year, we’re all reflecting on last year and the highs and lows of what we have been through. One of my personal highs was gaining the opportunity to become associate publisher of Stuart Magazine. What a pleasure it has been getting to know so many of you over the past year, and I look forward to meeting more advertisers and readers as time goes on.

Even though 2020 was a tough year for many, I tried to be mindful of the positives that came with this trying, historical time.

It has offered us all a moment to think about what is most important when it comes to work, friends, and family. The slowing down of the world may have been stressful, but perhaps one thing we have learned is how to come together more within our tight-knit community. Hopefully, the past year allowed you more time to get out on our beautiful waterways, walk our sandy beaches, or stroll downtown Stuart to enjoy some shopping and good food from our many restaurants when they reopened. Supporting local businesses is key now more than ever.

I’d love to hear from you, so please email me anytime. Everyone has had to adapt to new ways of doing business and communicating, and it is important that we stay connected. For example, make sure you visit stuartmagazine.com and sign up for our weekly email of the Stuart Insider newsletter to stay informed about what’s happening around town.

I am so proud to be part of the family here at Stuart Magazine, one that is filled with passion, grace, and limitless talent—from the creative team writing stories and designing pages to the sales team meeting readers and advertisers in the community.

Please enjoy our January 2021 issue, and happy New Year to you all! See you around town.

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hether you’re in the market for a new watercraft or simply enjoy admiring aquatic beauties, mark your calendar for January 15-17, when the Stuart Boat Show returns to the Treasure Coast. Voted a top 20 event in the southeast last year, this mustattend promises three days of outdoor fun, featuring more than 175 local, national, and international exhibitors displaying boats on land and at sea. Peruse a selection of motor yachts, cruisers,

speedboats, sportfishing boats, and the like; there will also be learning exhibitions on marine electronics, accessories, and fishing gear, in addition to nautical clothing and jewelry for purchase. Seminars, entertainment, and refreshments round out the festivities. Advanced tickets recommended; $15/adults, $8/ children 12 and under, $13/veterans; 54-290 NW Dixie Hwy., Stuart; stuartboatshow.com —Melissa Puppo J A N U A R Y 2 0 2 1 | STUART

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Wellness

RELAX AND RECHARGE AT THESE ZEN LOCALES ON THE TREASURE COAST

Post up at the pier at the House of Refuge and enjoy a transformative sunset.

Walk along the beach at St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park or embark on a kayaking adventure.

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PIER AT THE HOUSE OF REFUGE, HUTCHINSON ISLAND One great place to find inner calm: the oldest structure in Martin County. Designed in 1876 to be a haven for shipwrecked sailors on the Atlantic Coast, the House of Refuge has stood the test of time and today serves as a place of reflection for many in the area. Locals know the best spot to post up is at the pier across from the historical site. The pier is situated on the thinnest part of Martin County’s barrier island, where the sunset brings fiery hues of orange, pink, and yellow. Make the most of this locale by reading or journaling goals that you’d like to accomplish in the new year. hsmc-fl.com

ST. LUCIE INLET PRESERVE STATE PARK, STUART Those who crave a bit more scenery should head to St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park. A walk along the secluded beach can provide calm, but you can also kayak through the

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Peaceful Places

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SPORTY & SASSY Tranquility Haven Center offers guided meditative experiences.

picturesque, mangrove-lined coves. The exclusive site is only accessible by boat, paddleboard, or kayak and is home to a 4.2-mile kayak trail, where you can become one with some of South Florida’s famous residents including loggerhead, leatherback, and green turtles and wading birds like blue heron, white ibis, and snowy egret. Snorkeling and scuba diving off the barrier island are other popular activities to enjoy here while disconnecting. floridastateparks.org TRANQUILITY HAVEN CENTER, STUART Sometimes, the best way to unwind is through a guided meditative experience.

Find your safe space at Tranquility Haven Center. Owner Andrea Pearson is currently leading private stretch classes in addition to yoga and Pilates. Her tranquility sessions are ever popular and provide studio space for solo meditation, prayer, power naps, journaling, and anything else you consider “you” time. tranquiiltyhavencenter.com

TO REFLECT THE DUALITY OF A WOMAN’S MODERN WARDROBE, TORY BURCH LAUNCHES A SPECIAL CAPSULE COLLECTION THIS MONTH, MIXING PIECES FROM TORY BURCH AND TORY SPORT, THAT WILL BE AVAILABLE IN SELECT FLORIDA STORES INCLUDING TORY BURCH AT THE GARDENS MALL. IT’S THE VERY FIRST TIME TORY SPORT WILL BE AVAILABLE IN PALM BEACH COUNTY. CLASSIC AMERICAN SPORTSWEAR PIECES LIKE THIS RELAXED FRENCH TERRY HOODIE ($178) AND FRENCH TERRY SWEATPANT ($148) COME IN NEUTRAL HUES AND SOFT, COMFORTABLE FABRICS. THE COLLECTION ALSO INCLUDES A RANGE OF MIX-AND-MATCH,’70SINSPIRED SIGNATURE TUNICS, CAFTANS, FLEECE LAYERS, AND TRACKSUITS. TORYBURCH.COM ❖

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tart the year off strong and tidy with help from professional organizer Christine Bell, founder of Life’s Little Helpers. She offers a few tips to set you on the right path. (lifeslittlehelpers.org) FIND YOUR WEAKNESS. Bell suggests first figuring out where you accumulate the most clutter. Do you own too many kitchen gadgets? Is there too much paper clutter in your home? Do you just purchase too many useless items in general? Once you’ve pinpointed your weak spot, attack that first.

LET GO. “Ninety percent of my clients just have too many things,” says Bell. “Getting rid of items that have no sentimental value is a good place to start—whether you’re working on an area of the house, such as the bedroom or kitchen, or on a specific item, like clothing.” If you haven’t worn a pair of shoes or a dress in the past year, chances are it’s time to part ways.

likes to leave them with tools to keep things on track.

“We teach them different methods that will work for their individual needs, so they can keep their home a peaceful space that they want to come home to,” she says.

Some tools include lists or rules to get the homeowner in a new groove, such as the “first in and first out” rule—a reminder to rotate inventory anytime something new gets added to the mix, such as items in your refrigerator or closet.

FOLLOW THROUGH. Once Bell has helped clients organize the home, she says she

STAY MOTIVATED. Hiring a professional like Bell can certainly change your life, but she

notes that there are many tasks clients can handle just fine on their own. “We gladly steer them in the right direction and give them advice to get started,” she says. Picking up a good book on organization skills can also be very helpful. Bell recommends Sort and Succeed by Darla DeMorrow (which she references for feng shui) or anything by organization extraordinaire Marie Kondo.

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What better way to welcome 2021 than by delving into a new artistic activity?

• Stop by for an hour or stay for the day at Clay Habit Studio. This relaxing, tropical site off the Indian River Lagoon has called Jensen Beach home for more than 35 years and features a walkable garden, a gift shop, and more. The real fun, however, is attending a pottery class to design a one-of-a-kind creation. Choose from beginner and intermediate wheel-throwing or hand-building classes taught by Mia Lindberg and Lorrie Goss ($35/workshop and materials). Clay Habit also holds special events including Clay Girls Night out ($45/person for two hours), Couples Night ($80/couple for three hours), and privates lessons (from $45/person for a minimum of three hours). Pre-registration is required for all workshops, classes, and events. 1811 NE Mango Terrace, Jensen Beach; clayhabitsupply.com; 772.341.1334

• Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on fabric dyeing experience at Aya Fiber Studio at the Fish House Art Center. Fiber artist Suzanne Connors practices traditional Japanese resist dyeing using indigo and natural dyes and has set up shop in Port Salerno for the past 12 years. This month, be sure to check out two workshops: Eco-Printing with Embellishments with Lisa Binkley, January 11-15, and Joomchi (traditional Korean art of handmade textured paper) with Jiyoung Chung, January 27-29. Workshop prices vary; 4745 SE Desoto Ave. Studio H, Stuart; ayafiberstudio.com; 336.693.4606 ❖

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marrying at 18 and having her first of three children at 20. Her husband, who had founded a driving school, died of lung cancer when she was 40, leaving her in “deep debt.” Like her mom, Betty found her strength. “Back then, a woman working was unusual,” she says. “I had to learn how to run a business and make all the decisions.” Soon she added limousine service and car rental agencies to the company.

By the time she met and married her second husband in 1984, Betty was “used to being independent.”

She began thinking a lot about her mom’s choices. Says Betty: “I wondered, why didn’t she leave him?

I certainly wouldn’t have put up with it.”

She found answers in her mother’s diaries, which revealed how trapped Marie had felt. “Admitting to a bad marriage was considered shameful back then, and few people divorced,” says Betty. And that’s when she made the decision to write Enduring Times, the story of a turbulent marriage set in the 1900s.

While this is her first novel, it is not, in fact, her first book. In 2002, she penned a memoir, On the Winds of Destiny, based on a three-year trek around the world she and her second husband, Bill, made in their sailboat before he passed away.

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hey say write what you know. That’s exactly what 92-year-old Betty Godfrey has done.

Last summer, the Jupiter resident released her first novel, a story loosely based on her own family history. Wanting to understand why her mother stayed in a failing marriage is what spurred Betty to write Enduring Times. “I grew up in an unhappy home and, having faced tough times myself, I was inspired to share my mom’s story,” she says.

Born in Philadelphia in 1928, Betty watched as her mother, Marie, endured some pretty tough times. Before Betty was born, her dad had been a banker.

When his eldest son succumbed to a fatal ear infection and high fever in 1917, he drowned his sorrow in alcohol—and walked out on his family.

When he returned three weeks later, says Betty, “he ripped apart my family’s lives, insisting everyone convert from Catholicism to a fire-and-brimstone faith he had joined.” He quit his banking job to become a faith-healing pastor and demanded his wife abandon her career since his new faith forbade medical treatment. He moved the family to Colombia to work as missionaries.

When Marie became pregnant with Betty—a year before the stock market crash—she insisted the family go back to the United States. They settled in New Jersey, and Marie continued to find her strength, defying her husband’s antimedicine faith by returning to work as a nurse. When he would physically abuse Betty and her four siblings, “she’d literally stand between him and us,” recalls Betty. “She was smaller than him, but she fiercely protected us. She was so strong.”

As she grew up, so was Betty. At first, she followed social expectations,

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Today, Betty remains deeply rooted in Jupiter, where she has lived since 1990. With 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren, she marvels at how the role of fathers has evolved over the years. “My son and grandsons have been in the delivery room with their wives, and they change diapers and cook dinner,” she says. “In my day, women did it all.”

She likes to paint, dine out, and lift weights in the gym. And she enjoys golf, tennis, and spending time with her family. She is also mulling another novel—a sequel that will cover her own first marriage and beyond. ❖

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MEDICAL AESTHETICIAN SHAWNA SOPHER OF WATER’S EDGE DERMATOLOGY IN STUART WALKS YOU THROUGH THE PERFECT SKIN CARE ROUTINE TO RECLAIM YOUR GLOW

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CLEANSE. Reach for a non-stripping cleanser, like EltaMD Foaming Facial Cleanser ($28) or CeraVe Cream-to-Foam Cleanser ($12), to wash away the day’s oil, sunscreen, makeup, and face mask–induced buildup without drying. Cleansing in the morning whisks away nighttime perspiration, while an evening wash preps the skin for overnight regeneration.

EXFOLIATE. Sopher recommends incorporating what she calls a “weekly polish” between cleansing and toning. “A regular exfoliation helps to maintain healthy cellular turnover and enhance glow,” she says. If your skin can handle it, Sopher suggests upping it to twice a week. Try SkinCeuticals Micro-Exfoliating Scrub ($31) with hydrating glycerin and aloe vera.

a prescription-strength retinoid or high-percentage retinol— which makes SkinBetter Science AlphaRet Overnight Cream ($125/1 fl. oz.) a good choice. A blend of retinol, lactic acid, and glycolic acid, it’s gentle, hydrating, and effective. Apply after cleansing and toning in the evening (up to four times a week).

Refrain from using retinol if you do a weekly polish, says Sopher.

TONE. Follow up your evening cleanse with a gentle, alcohol-free toner. (Normal to oily skin types can get away with toning twice a day.) Sopher says this step is especially essential for people who consistently wear a face mask, as toner can accelerate exfoliation and tighten occluded pores to refresh skin. Two great options: Paula’s Choice Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner ($21) and Advanced Replenishing Toner ($24).

HYDRATE. Despite its best intentions, moisturizer can lead to problems like clogged pores, milia, and acne. Sopher’s advice?

Pick up a hydrator to use after cleansing in the morning instead.

The ingredient to watch this year, she notes, is hyaluronic acid, which is better suited to Florida’s humid and dehydrating climate. Look for formulations that boast 100 percent concentrations (or as close to pure as possible), like WeDerm Pure Hydration Hyaluronic Acid Serum ($69).

FIGHT AGING. After toner, apply a serum.

For anyone focused on slowing the signs of aging, Sopher says peptides can work wonders: “DefenAge 8-in-1 BioSerum Anti Aging Cream’s ($220) peptides signal growth factors (large proteins abundant in the epidermis that aid in cellular growth, healing, and survival) to regenerate, maintaining elasticity and minimizing the appearance of wrinkles.”

REVERSE DAMAGE. Retinoids and retinols increase cell turnover, reverse sun damage, and slow aging.

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PROTECT. If you haven’t already, resolve this year to incorporate an SPF into your morning skin care routine; Sopher recommends an SPF of 40 to 50. Work at least a nickel-sized dollop into your face, neck, décolletage, and back of hands after your hydration step (reapply every two hours if possible).

Regular use of sunscreen can prevent hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, and melasma, as well as reduce the risk of skin cancer. If you’re not using sunscreen, says Sopher, other anti-aging steps simply won’t work. Pick up the weightless EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 ($36) for hydrating, mineral-based protection. ❖

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Beauty At Every Age When is the right time for plastic surgery? The demand for cosmetic procedures continues to grow for patients of any age. However, certain procedures may be recommended over others based on your age group. Below are some of the most common surgical/non-surgical procedures we see by age group here at Koger Cosmetic Clinic & Medspa.

IN YOUR 20s Breast Augmentation Rhinoplasty • Laser Hair Removal Coolsculpting

IN YOUR 30s Tummy Tuck • Botox & Dermal Fillers Dermalinfusion • Facials

IN YOUR 40s Breast Lift & Liposuction Labiaplasty • Chemical Peels Dermaplaning

50s & ABOVE Face & Neck Lift • Blepharoplasty Browlift & Microneedling Cheek Augmentation Facial Vein Removal • Photorejuvenation

Kim Edward Koger, M.D., F.A.C.S. Dr. Koger completed his Plastic Surgery Residency at Duke University and his General Surgery Residency at Stanford University. He has practiced cosmetic plastic surgery in Jupiter, FL for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons.

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Radar / ARTS Clockwise from left: Studio Akina Seaside Collection linen pillows ($225-$325); navy striped linen hemstitch cocktail napkins ($65/set of 6); Florida fall neutral linen star pillow ($265).

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AKINA JOHNSON, JUPITER extile artist Akina Johnson likes to create pieces inspired by her natural surroundings.

“I love the weather, the ocean, and the year-round green and sunshine, and I love to combine the art of hand-dyeing with a coastal vibe,” says the 47-year-old Jupiter resident, who resides near the beach.

Using the Japanese shibori dyeing technique, Johnson experiments with fabrics, colors, and designs to make customized clothing and home goods for her company, Studio Akina. Vibrant hues, ocean blues, and traces of sand dollars are popular in her work, which includes linen pillows and napkins as well as silk loungewear, hair accessories, and dresses. Her process

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includes folding, binding, and stitching white fabric before dyeing and constructing it.

“I am continually testing new colors and dyeing techniques, which requires a lot of trial and error,” she says. “I love the uncertainty yet the control of it all. I get to decide what type of fabric and look I want—but with a bit of surprise, given that I can’t completely control how the dye will travel through the fabric.”

And while she’s always mindful of how each dye will represent the natural elements of her coastal town, Johnson is equally pleased when clients ask for custom pieces with bolder colors that pop.

“I have not met many colors I do not like, as you can see from the line,” she says. studioakina.com

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CHAD PERIMAN, PORT ST. LUCIE hen it comes to creating his vibrant sculptures, Chad Periman has a definite favorite medium: salvaged metal scraps.“I appreciate the timelessness of the material,” says the 47-year-old Port St. Lucie resident. “The shaping and joining of metal has been vital to the development of our civilization, and metal objects are among the oldest things ever found. It’s also a forgiving material that can be added to and reformed in ways that other materials cannot.”

A professional artist for most of his life, Periman currently focuses on creating and photographing three-dimensional work using salvaged materials. Favorite pieces include his Sentinel series, compressed-metal compositions each standing 4 feet tall and weighing between 300 and 600 pounds.

His first three are currently on display at the University of Indiana, and he is currently working on a fourth.

Periman is also looking forward to creating pieces for a local exhibition at the Environmental Learning Center in Vero Beach, which is scheduled to open in March. He’s excited for people to see how beautiful recycled metal can be. “I love working with damaged and discarded materials to create something new that transcends the sum of its parts and provokes a re-examination of our relationship with the world,” he says.

“My work is a reflection of the potential for beauty that exists in all things, as it exists in all people.” perimanart.com

CHRISTINE RAININGER, JUPITER hristine Raininger, 30, is always thinking about how her actions affect our ecosystem and its inhabitants. When the Ontario-born wildlife biologist moved to Florida in 2014, scuba diving quickly became a favorite pastime— along with spearfishing one of the state’s most invasive species.

“I got into lionfish hunting because I knew they were having a negative impact on our reef fish population,” says the Jupiter resident, who works for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. “I wanted to help combat the invasion.” In essence, she has turned her hobby into a three-pronged win: She removes an invasive species from our waters, eats the meat, and uses its gorgeous features to create art. “They’re beautiful fish, so I started looking at their fins to see if I could dry them

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out and turn them into jewelry,” she says.

The self-taught jewelry maker sells as many as a dozen pairs of lionfish earrings in a single weekend via her Etsy shop and Instagram direct-message requests. Raininger removes the venomous needles from the fish’s grooved spines, which primarily come from the dorsal fin. She then dries them for several days before adding a clear epoxy finish and earring hardware to create one-ofa-kind pieces that she hopes will remind the wearer of the many ways we can help combat invasive species in our area.

“Invasive species are such a huge deal in Florida because of our subtropical climate,” she says.

There are so many species that thrive here and are competing with our native species. If we can eat them and create with them, I think that is so cool.” etsy.com/ shop/lionfishhuntress ❖ ALLEN EYESTONE

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Load up the bikes and venture out to find a new favorite path. There are oh-so-many options in the area for a serene bike ride or stroll, including the 3-mile Lagoon Greenway (corner of Indian River Drive and 8th Street), Vero Beach Fitness Trail (350 Dahlia Lane), South Beach Park (1702 Ocean Drive), Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area (State Road 60), and the Historic Jungle Trail at Captain Forster’s Hammock Preserve (8610 Jungle Trail).

Head over to Tea and Chi for a cup of rejuvenating goodness.

This Vero Beach teahouse has been the local go-to for pure oolong, green, white, rooibos, lapacho, yerba mate, and herbs and spices since it was launched in 2003 by scientists who “drink tea for the chi,” the vital energy it provides. Chill in the relaxing space with a fruity, berry, or apple-ginger tea, chakra blend, or stout chai.

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Explore new perspectives at the Vero Beach Museum of Art. Its regular Film Studies program, with in-person and virtual options, focuses on themes including this month’s “Movies Inspired by Real Events,” January 5 to February 2. And don’t miss the visual arts exhibition Poetry of Nature: Hudson River Landscapes from the New-York Historical Society, on view January 23 to May 2. The installation was curated by the New-York Historical Society and features 40 paintings created by 25 artists between 1818 and 1886. The exhibition is running in conjunction with another Film Studies theme, “Beyond Sleepy Hollow: Stories of Early America and the Hudson River Valley,” which starts in March.

3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach; vbmuseum.org; 772.231.0707 ❖

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Wellness at Every Age LOCAL MEDICAL EXPERTS OFFER THEIR ADVICE FOR STAYING PHYSICALLY, MENTALLY, AND EMOTIONALLY FIT THROUGHOUT ADULTHOOD

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ach stage of life brings new beginnings, from college graduation to parenthood and beyond. As adults JUDY MARTEL navigate an increasingly fast-paced existence, it can be easy to put health and well-being aside. That’s because apart from getting regular physicals and teeth cleanings, wearing sunscreen, not smoking, and drinking plenty of water, it can seem too daunting a task to manage all of the extra doctors’ appointments and lifestyle adjustments we

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need to stay on top of during different times in our lives.

To help you navigate it all, we spoke with four local medical professionals—a board-certified family physician, a medical doctor specializing in holistic health care, a licensed mental health counselor, and a chiropractic doctor—to highlight some of the most important things to consider during every decade of adult life. As a new year unfolds, let’s all make a point to heed their advice and be well together.

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Finding an exercise you enjoy (like Zumba dancing, jumping rope, or working with resistance bands) and working it into your lifestyle is important in your young adult years; getting plenty of sleep is also crucial at this age.

Opposite page: Dr. Ryan highly recommends meditation for mental wellness; eating right and routine spine care are also beneficial.

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EXERCISE Widely considered the most critical years for creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, the earliest stages of adulthood may include fewer annual screenings but several personal habit adjustments. “Thinking back to my twenties, it was important for me to be physically active,” says Dr. Kimala Aleisha Harris of Jupiter Family Healthcare. “The earlier you make that part of your lifestyle, the easier it will be to carry over into the other decades of your life. It doesn’t have to be

about going to the gym; it can be whatever it is that is unique to you. Maybe that’s Zumba, or Pilates, or African dance class, or jump rope—whatever it is that gets your body moving and your heart pumping.”

SLEEP Healthy sleep habits are equally as important as routine exercise habits, according to Harris. She suggests putting all electronic devices away before bed, limiting caffeine intake during the day, going to sleep and waking at a regular time each day, and taking short naps. Snoring and sleep apnea can also surface during this stage of life, in which case a doctor’s appointment might be necessary.

SPINE CARE According to Dr. Jason Townsley, a chiropractor and owner of Merritt Chiropractic in Stuart, life stressors that often begin in early adulthood can cause spinal misalignments in some people. That’s why he recommends routine spinal care early on.

“While it is important to eat a healthy diet, exercise, hydrate, get adequate sleep, and minimize mental and emotional stress, if nerve interference in the form of spinal misalignment is present, all of these positive lifestyle habits won’t matter because the body won’t be able to function properly from within,” he says. “If someone waits [to get a spinal adjustment] until they are middle-aged or older, they may have permanent degenerative

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disc disease, arthritis, and changes to spinal curves that cannot be reversed. It’s better to correct issues as they come up instead of waiting until there is already permanent damage.”

MENTAL WELLNESS Stuart-based licensed mental health counselor Dr. Michael Ryan says many mental illnesses, including depression and anxiety, can become more apparent in our twenties. “We all have our issues, but if major life function is being significantly

impaired, then you should seek help,” he says. “Ask yourself, ‘Is this something that is it impairing my ability to make a living or go to school, affecting my health, or interfering in my relationships?’ If so, you should see a professional to improve the condition so you’re not acting in a self-defeating manner.”

Even if you don’t have major depression or other mental illness, it’s important to practice healthy habits to combat stress, adds Ryan. “If your life is being mildly impaired, there is a lot of self-help available,” he says. “I can’t stress enough the value of meditation because you can learn to observe your thoughts as your brain slows down. We know from research that as brain activity decreases, endorphins are released and you get that natural, peaceful feeling.”

Ryan recommends meditating any time your brain is moving too fast or building up negativity. These days, there are plenty of guided meditation videos online that can help beginners learn the practice (he recommends author Eckhart Tolle’s YouTube channel).

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Screenings for cancers including breast, colon, and prostate are crucial at midlife.

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SCREENINGS & VACCINES In addition to an annual physical exam, women should be getting regular screenings for breast cancer beginning at age 40 and colon cancer starting at 50, according to Harris. Men should be screened regularly for prostate cancer after age 40 and colon cancer when they hit 50. “Cancer screenings are important for early detection and, therefore, early treatment,” she says. “If it’s found early, it may be easier to treat—and more successfully so.” She also stresses that it’s important for everyone over 50 to consider an annual shingles vaccine, which is administered over two or three doses, to prevent the potentially lethal disease. “As we get older, our immune system ages with us and is slower to respond, thereby increasing the chances of getting sick, which can be the case with shingles,” she says.

PROPER DIET One disease-prevention tool that becomes increasingly beneficial as we age: food. “Many chronic diseases, including Type 2 diabetes and cardiac disease, are completely reversible with diet alone,” says Dr. Michelle Carrillo-Massa, a family medical

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“By eating a healthy diet with nutrient-dense foods, one can significantly lower their risk of developing these types of diseases, as well as cancer.” Carrillo-Massa recommends eating

Many chronic diseases are reversible with proper diet alone, says Dr. Carrillo-Massa.

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Certain vaccines are recommended in your 50s, 60s, and beyond, says Dr. Harris.

plenty of organic, non-GMO leafy greens, vegetables, and colorful fruits to boost microbiome health and give the body important minerals, vitamins, and other micronutrients (see sidebar for specific recommendations). “Foods should be in their most natural forms and not processed,” she advises. A good rule of thumb at the market, she says: “Shop in the perimeter of the grocery store and avoid the aisles, because that’s where most of the unhealthy boxed, bagged, and canned foods are.”

NERVOUS SYSTEM At this age, Townsley says chiropractic care provides another preventive benefit: managing the nervous system. “Since the nervous system controls and coordinates every organ and function of the human body, it is vital to keep it clear of interference,” he says.

“Our bodies were made to fight off viruses and bacteria and mend broken bones; as long as our nervous system is clear of interference, the body will function properly.”

MENTAL WELLNESS As people try to maintain a work-life balance and, often, care for aging relatives, mental health becomes increasingly important during middle age, says Ryan. He adds that suppressed memories can also arise during this stage of adulthood, which may require counseling or meditation practice. “Negative emotional impact can happen at any point,” he says. “Kids can be traumatized and bury it until later in life, and then it starts to become an issue.” As a general practice at home, Ryan advises focusing on living in the moment and recognizing that your brain is an organ just like any other—and you don’t have to listen to what it’s saying. “Our brains are programmed just like a computer, and since we’re irrational by nature, there are irrational thoughts in there that have been embedded from our culture and upbringing,” he says. “If we blindly follow that lead, we’re going to create unnecessary extra suffering. Focus inward and get your stability from being present and aware to slow the brain down.”

The POWER of Food Never underestimate the effect a healthy diet can have on your overall well-being—at any age. “Our bodies are like car engines and require the right fuel to allow them to function at an optimal level,” says Dr. Carrillo-Massa. “Eating foods that are nutrient dense will allow the body to reap the most benefits.” Make sure you’re getting the proper fuel for your engine by choosing items from this list, provided by Carrillo-Massa, including seven to nine servings of vegetables a day.

Organic, non-GMO leafy greens: romaine, escarole, spinach, bok choy Organic, non-GMO vegetables: asparagus, artichokes, mushrooms, broccoli, celery, carrots Organic, non-GMO fruits that are rich in antioxidants and vitamins: wild blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, kiwis, pomegranates Proteins: free-range or cage-free organic eggs and fish (salmon, sardines, cod, and other low-mercury fish) Animal proteins: certified organic chicken and turkey and grass-fed or grass-finished beef Fats: olive oil, avocados, seeds (chia, flax, pumpkin, etc.), and nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts, cashews) Complex carbohydrates: quinoa or brown rice

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Dr. Carrillo-Massa recommends 30 minutes of exercise a day for folks 60 and older, which can include things like bicycle rides and weight lifting.

Opposite page: In our 60s and beyond, Carrillo-Massa says it’s important to focus on the positives in life and to practice gratitude.

Preventative Care: 5 MUSTS Regardless of age, both Dr. Harris and Dr. Carrillo-Massa recommend certain screenings for all adults (additional screenings should be requested depending on family history). Here are their general guidelines for what to discuss with your doctor during your annual physical exam.

• Vaccines (tetanus, flu, and COVID-19, when it becomes available) • Blood pressure, cholesterol, and A1C diabetes screenings • Sexual health maintenance, including getting routine STD screenings, practicing safe sex, getting a regular Pap test and pelvic exam (for women), and getting the HPV vaccine before age 26 • Depression and anxiety screenings • Annual wellness panel, including a comprehensive metabolic panel, complete blood count, complete thyroid panel, inflammation markers, and vitamin levels

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EXERCISE Late adulthood is the time to apply the techniques you’ve learned work best for you and continue to maintain an active lifestyle. Carrillo-Massa recommends people in this age group get at least 30 minutes of exercise a day, depending on physical ability. “High-intensity interval training, weight training, and core exercises can be very beneficial in preventing conditions that can occur later in life, such as osteoporosis and balance issues,” she says. In addition, she notes: “Simply getting out in nature and enjoying a nice walk, jog, or cycle can change one’s mindset completely and improve immune function.”

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GRATITUDE Maintaining mental wellness is also important at this age, and Carrillo-Massa says one way to do that is by focusing on gratitude. “Spend time focusing on the positives in your life and counting your blessings instead of focusing on the negatives,” she says. “Gratitude is a very important practice that can bring positivity and hope when you’re not feeling well.”

likely to have rapid progression of disease. She also recommends women begin osteoporosis screenings via a DEXA scan at the same age because menopause impairs the normal bone turnover cycle due to estrogen deficiency, therefore increasing their risk for the disease. ❖

MOBILITY As we age and experience ailments like creaky joints, often movement becomes an issue. Townsley says a spinal adjustment can help with that too. “Getting adjusted improves function, range of motion, and overall quality of life,” he says. “First, adjustments to the spine and pelvis help improve what mobility [older adults] do have. Second, joint pain can be linked to compensations the body has imposed around misalignments in the spine, and the altered biomechanics cause irritation and inflammation of other joints as a result. A better-aligned spine and pelvis allows for maximal mobility.”

SCREENINGS & VACCINES Harris says now is the time to begin getting a pneumonia vaccine (around age 65) since older patients are more

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THE ANCIENT PRACTICE OF SOUND THERAPY GAINS POPULARITY IN MODERN-DAY MEDICINE. READ ON TO LEARN WHAT ALL THE HYPE’S ABOUT.

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any of us recognize that music has the power to improve our mood and reduce stress. We aren’t really able to explain exactly why it makes us feel better, but there is no doubt that listening to our favorite tunes somehow has a healing effect on our souls.

That fact was not lost on ancient civilizations either. Whether through prayer, chanting, or playing instruments, communities around the world have incorporated sound therapy for thousands of years. Cultures like Australian aboriginal tribes used the didgeridoo, and Tibetan monks had their singing bowls, integrating their instruments into spiritual ceremonies.

They may not have known the science behind what they were doing, but they realized that sound, though invisible, directly affects our inner being, able to invoke trance-like states or kindle peaceful communion with the divine.

Enter sound healing, a form of holistic therapy that uses sonic vibrations to restore the mind and body. Today, many people are embracing the practice, seeking out sessions to improve physical, mental, and emotional health. The length of a typical session is 30, 60, or 90 minutes, during which healers use tools like a vibroacoustic bed and instruments such as gongs, drums, bells, tuning forks, singing bowls, cymbals, or chimes to create tactile vibrations at targeted frequencies. An

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educated sound healer consciously and intentionally manipulates the energy of sound—its physical vibrations—to promote wellness and achieve certain effects. Purported benefits of sound healing sessions range from reducing stress to alleviating pain to treating certain medical conditions.

So how does that work, exactly? Without getting too deep, it’s a combination of the science of sound and our nervous system’s response—but its potency seems magical.

Just ask Barbara Spaulding, a registered nurse and a master sound healer, who opened Sound Healing in Stuart after experiencing the transformative power of the practice for herself. In 2012, seeking relief from severe fibromyalgia, Spaulding discovered a demonstration of the pain-relieving power of crystal singing bowls by the now-late Dr. Mitchell Gaynor, a renowned oncologist and proponent of holistic healing. Gaynor inspired Spaulding to become a clinical sound therapist herself, who is now certified by the Globe Institute in San Francisco.

“Sound healing helps the body do what it does best by realigning on a cellular level to heal itself,” explains Spaulding. “It’s a scientific fact that everything in the universe is vibrating and everything has its own resonant frequency. When those resonant frequencies get misaligned, that’s when disease or illness happens.”

“It’s the frequency, or ‘sound speed,’ that molecules are vibrating to that

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An educated sound healer consciously and intentionally manipulates the energy of sound— its physical vibrations—to promote wellness and achieve certain effects.”

actually puts all matter in the form that it’s in,” she continues. “The same is true of our bodies. Every cell—every organ, every bit of blood, your brain, your entire body—has its own resonance, its own specific frequency. Sound healers restore or maintain those healthy frequencies through a process called entrainment.”

Entrainment is a universal phenomenon wherein interacting systems tend to synchronize—and the science behind sound healing hinges on it. Sound healing engages the power of scientifically identified sounds to restore the body to healthy resonant frequencies, which differ by organ. In other words, sound healers employ the energy of sound therapeutically. In the same way that a qualified composer utilizes perfect fifths, a sound healer elicits intended effects through various sonic frequencies.

If it all sounds a little “woo-woo” to you, consider the scientific evidence. A 2019 study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health noted that people with spastic cerebral palsy presented “significant improvement of motor function” when exposed to vibroacoustic therapy. And, as published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine, a 2016 study showed that participants in a Tibetan singing bowl meditation reported “significantly less tension, anger, fatigue, and depressed mood.” Sound healing is even used in many traditional medical settings; some surgeons utilize the practice before, during, and after procedures to reduce patients’ reliance on pain medication.

Spaulding explains that sonically lowering your brainwave state—entering frequencies typically reserved for deep sleep—triggers the relaxation response. “It reduces your oxygen consumption, decreases your blood pressure, slows your heart rate and respiration rate, and relaxes your muscles, clearing the mind from anxiety and creating a feeling of calm and inner peace,” she says.

If nothing else, professionally conducted sound healing sessions can mimic the effects of transcendental meditation, promising a period of calm.

And for many, that alone is benefit enough. ❖

WHERE TO HEAL

Experience the benefits of sound therapy at these serene local spots Sound Healing Sound bath therapy and vibroacoustic sound bed with registered nurse Barbara Spaulding. One-hour private sessions start at $85, group sessions start at $35; private studio in Stuart (address provided upon booking); asoundhealing.com; 772.245.6515 HI Mindfulness Forums Vibrational experiences in private and group settings with Deena Rahill at the Elliott Museum. Cost varies; 825 NE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; hsmc-fl.com; 786.488.7782 Love Frequency Sound Healing Community sound-healing events, kai chi do, reiki circles, art therapy, metaphysical classes, addiction counseling, spiritual life coaching.

Most services $1 per minute, classes and events range from free to $40; 1000 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; facebook.com/thecenterofthegalaxy; 772.807.0662 Stuart Acupuncture Acupuncture incorporating sound therapy, particularly tuning forks, with Hillary Morris Heidelberg. $135 for initial visit, $95 for follow-ups (all needed modalities included in cost); 7000 SE Federal Hwy. Suite 205, Stuart; stuartacupuncture.com; 772.266.8165

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cows. Over time, Gutierrez decided he wanted to expand the beef offerings and rebranded The Braford as The Fort Steakhouse last year.

The transformation was aided by the arrival of Executive Chef Kevin Darr, who had worked at City Cellar in West Palm Beach and Elisabetta’s in Delray Beach. Under the direction of Gutierrez and Darr, The Fort Steakhouse has become a luxurious, modern restaurant that also honors the heritage of Fort Pierce.

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Located in the Galleria of Pierce Harbor, The Fort is next door to its sister restaurant, Rooster in the Garden Ristorante (which features a scratch Italian kitchen created by Darr). The menu at The Fort is filled with top-of-the-line cuts of beef, as well as fresh fish and seafood. “We source our meat from many different places,” says Gutierrez. “We use Strauss beef and bison from Great Range, along with domestic wagyu from Jack’s Creek and the finest Australian wagyu from Sher. All of our meat is free-range and grass-fed, with no hormones or antibiotics.” Darr also purchases fish from local purveyors and runs daily specials such as crab-encrusted sea bass and an elaborate platter called the Seafood Bouquet.

The wine list contains more than 100 carefully chosen selections, with emphasis on California cabernets such as Silver Oak, Cade, Darioush, Nickel & Nickel, and Opus One. The spirits list is equally impressive, containing top-shelf expressions of gin, tequila, rum, and single malt scotch.

A cheerleader for Fort Pierce, Gutierrez is already planning his next project—a casual spot he describes as a “prime beer and burger joint” that will serve steak house-quality beef along with a collection of local and national craft brews. 100 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce; thefortsteakhouse.com; 772.822.9131

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Hanoi Street Food on the Treasure Coast Chef Emman Christoper Eugenio of Emman’s Asian Gourmet shares his recipe for bun bo xao, a zesty stir-fry of marinated beef paired with rice noodles—an introduction to Vietnamese cooking for the uninitiated. (facebook.com/fusionofec) INGREDIENTS: (dipping sauce) 4 tbsp. granulated brown sugar 3 tbsp. white vinegar 4 tbsp. lime juice 4 tbsp. fish sauce

2 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium-hot red chili, chopped 1 hot red or green bird chili pepper, thinly sliced

(stir fry) 12 oz. rice vermicelli noodles 1 lb. flank steak, thinly sliced 2 tbsp. oyster sauce 1 tbsp. granulated brown sugar 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 tbsp. lemongrass, finely chopped 1 head of lettuce 2 tbsp. vegetable oil

4 scallions, slivered 1 medium carrot, julienned 1 small cucumber, julienned 1 daikon radish, julienned 3 cups mixed cilantro sprigs, culantro, mint leaves, basil leaves 4 tbsp. crushed roasted peanuts 4 tbsp. fried shallots Small handful bean sprouts

PREPARATION: Combine sugar, rice vinegar, and lime juice in a bowl and stir. Add fish sauce, garlic, ginger, chiles, and half a cup of water and stir, then let sit for 15 minutes for flavors to meld. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add rice noodles, stir, and turn off heat. Let noodles soften, then drain and rinse with cold water. Leave in a colander at room temperature. Combine beef, oyster sauce, sugar, garlic, and lemongrass in a bowl; let sit for 15 minutes.

Line a serving bowl with a few lettuce leaves and top with noodles. Heat oil in a wok or cast-iron skillet over high heat. When wok is nearly smoking, add beef and stir-fry until lightly browned and just cooked, about two minutes. Top noodles with cooked beef, scallions, carrot, cucumber, and daikon. Sprinkle with herbs, crushed peanuts, fried shallots, and sprouts.

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2ND STREET BISTRO This lively bistro, located in historic downtown Fort Pierce, highlights local produce in its delicious dishes. The extensive beer list features a brew to complement every meal and satisfy everyone’s taste buds. 122 N. 2nd St., Fort Pierce; 2ndstreetbistro.com; 772.293.9191 CHEF’S TABLE Sophisticated New American restaurant offering fine wine and seasonal menus in understated, rustic digs. 2313 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; chefstablestuart.com; 772.287.5599 CYPRESS ON OCEAN Locally sourced products get a global spin at this quaint kitchen and bar. 2875 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; cypressonocean.com; 772.872.6080 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: All oyster shells are recycled to rebuild local reefs and oyster beds. 4665 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart; districttableandbar.com; 772.324.8357 HARRY AND THE NATIVES This longstanding family business in Hobe Sound offers a selection of traditional American favorites and a casual atmosphere. 11910 SE Federal Hwy., Hobe Sound; harryandthenatives.com; 772.546.3061 JAMMBAR WINGS For finger-licking bar food, JammBar’s wings can be customized to order, whether you prefer flats or drums, soft or crispy, or one of the 17 different sauces or plain.

8031 S. Federal Hwy., Port St. Lucie; jammbar.com; 772.237.4802 (second location) 2903 Orange Ave., Fort Pierce; 772.448.8670 MANATEE ISLAND BAR & GRILL This eatery offers a variety of options from seafood to steak to veggie burgers, all filling and all fresh. 4817 Dixie Hwy., Stuart; manateeislandbarandgrill.com; 772.872.7288; (second location) 1640 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce; 772.242.8460 SOUTH FORK KITCHEN AND 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 THE CRAFTED KEG Where growlers, affordable bites, and beer flights unite. This brew pub, located inside a former grocery store, serves a wide selection of craft beer, wine, and soda along with typical bar foods, flatbreads, specials, and customizable meat and cheese platters. 555 S. Colorado Ave., Stuart; thecraftedkegstuart.com; 772.600.8218

ASIAN ASIAN CHAO Mix and match Chinese entrées, sushi, and sides from the buffet-style counter takeout. Choose from a variety of classic dishes like orange chicken, lo mein, and California rolls. 3174 NW Federal Hwy., Jensen Beach; asianchao.com; 772.692.3674 BENIHANA Grab dinner and a show at this hibachi restaurant as tableside chefs prepare Japanese dishes, including an array of sushi rolls, noodles, steaks, and seafood.

3602 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; benihana.com; 772.286.0740 EMMAN’S ASIAN GOURMET Filipino Chef/owner Emman Eugenio creates small plates of Asian-fusion cuisine in a casual setting. 555 S. Colorado Ave. Suite 105, Stuart; facebook.com/fusionofec; 772.888.3171

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KRUA THAI RESTAURANT Authentic Thai dishes served family-style in an eclectically themed restaurant. 3283 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; kruathaiofstuart.com; 772.600.8114 RAMEN HANA AND WINGS Ramen that warms the mouth and soul. Choose between small and large plates of various ramen flavors or try the namesake wings in four flavors.

6935 Heritage Drive, Port St. Lucie; ramenhana.com; 772.444.2825 TWIN DRAGONS RESTAURANT Conventional Chinese restaurant serving fine dining options as well as take-out, delivery, and catering.

2389 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; 772.291.2102

GERMAN ETHAN’S GRILL 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; ethansgrill.com; 772.210.2350 THE HOFFMANN Enjoy traditional German and American fare while relaxing at the expansive outdoor seating and barn.

3825 NE Indian River Dr, Jensen Beach; the-hoffmann.com; 772.44.3697

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FRENCH 11 MAPLE STREET Chef Michael Perrin prepares his plates with some of each season’s peak items, including locally sourced produce and humanely raised meats.

3224 NE Maple Ave., Jensen Beach; elevenmaple.com; 772.334.7714 O’S CAFÉ AT THE ELLIOTT Discover a French spin on breakfast, lunch, and weekend brunch at the café inside the Elliott Museum, under Chef Olivia Binn-Ostrow. 825 NE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; obistrocatering.com; 772.225.1961 x112

INDIA PALACE Modern interpretation of classic Indian dishes, with creative uses of fresh ingredients. Enjoy a sampling of South Indian and Indo-Chinese specialties that pair well with oven-baked Peshawari naan stuffed with raisins, nuts, and cheese. 890 SW Federal Hwy., Stuart; 772.288.6262; indiapalacestuartfl.com 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 entries to goat

curry with Nepalese spices simmered in a dark stew.

2500 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; namastegrillstuart.com; 772.283.5515 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 18 SEMINOLE ITALIAN BISTRO Inside this quaint, historically preserved building lies one of the area’s most intimate and romantic atmospheres. All meals are made to order and crafted with top-quality, local seasonal ingredients. 18 SE Seminole St., Stuart; 18seminole.com; 772.463.0059 ANGELINA’S PIZZERIA Along with mouth-watering pizzas, the family-run pizzeria also offers a variety of Italian appetizers, pastas, and salads. 1126 Colonnades Drive, Fort Pierce; orderangelinaspizzeria.com; 772.302.3591 CASA BELLA This quaint restaurant combines northern and southern Italian cuisine under one roof. Expect big, bold flavors and beyond satisfactory Italian dishes. 512 SW 3rd St., Stuart; casabellastuart.com; 772.223.0077

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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, tea cookies, and delicious Italian favorites. A constantly updating bistro menu satisfies larger appetites. 3868 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart; diamondtearoom.com; 772.781.5153 LA FORCHETTA ITALIAN RESTAURANT This family-owned gem is home to an extensive selection of gourmet pasta including lobster ravioli, penne alla vodka, and gnocchi Capri. Plus, hand-tossed pizza pies, a warm, Italian setting, and attentive staff. 7820 SW Lost River Road, Stuart; laforchetta.net; 772.872.7333 LIZZA’S PIZZA Fast, casual eating with dishes including pastas, breads, subs, and, of course, pizzas. 3359 NW Main Ave., Jensen Beach; lizzapizza.com; 772.692.9233 MARIO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Longstanding, casual dining joint serving Italian classics with delicious and generous portions. 1924 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; mariositaliandining.com; 772.283.6660 MICHELINA’S Modern take on classic Italian dishes and a friendly staff at this family-owned restaurant. 1835 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; michelinasrest.com; 772.286.3455 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 TUTTO FRESCO An elegant Italian restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating featuring upmarket entrées, steaks, and a full bar. 9501 Reserve Blvd., Port St. Lucie; tuttofrescopsl.com; 772.464.8988

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JAMAICAN CLASSIC JAMAICAN JERK STOP Jerk house offering fresh favorites like beef patties with bun and cheese and the jerk chicken served with rice and peas, plantain, or steamed vegetables. 2200 SE Indian St. Stuart; jamaicanjerkstop.com; 772.266.8678 JERK CITY Located at an unassuming strip mall, Jerk City offers diners the best of island specialties for lunch and dinner. Favorites include curry goat to specials like curry shrimp and crab. Catering is also available. 8007 U.S. Hwy. 1, Port St. Lucie; jerkcity.com; 772.871.2552 ONE LOVE JAMAICAN This beloved eatery serves up delectable seafood platters and authentic Jamaican dishes. Indulge in platters like corn, crab legs, blue crabs, sausage, boiled egg, and potatoes. 3453 SW Darwin Blvd., Port St. Lucie; onelovecaribbeancuisineseafood.business.site; 772.985.3128

PUEBLO VIEJO A family-owned local chain restaurant offering Mexican fare and a tropical mural setting. 3181 NW Federal Hwy., Jensen Beach; puebloviejofl.com; 772.934.6683; (second location) 291 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie; 772.336.5050 RANCHO CHICO Enjoy a range of classic Mexican platters in a warm setting with colorful folk art. 91 SW Monterey Road, Stuart; ranchochico.net; 772.288.6741 TACO TRUCK OF STUART Tasty Mexican fare from a food truck. Take it to go or eat at a stool just out front. 31 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart; tacotruckofstuart.com; 772.486.6639 TAQUERIA MONTANO’S This restaurant offers small plates of Mexican fare for a quick bite of comfort food. 10786 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Port St. Lucie; taqueriamontanos.wixsite.com; 772.777.3406 TAQUERIA TORRES Authentic Mexican fare featuring tacos and other traditional plates. 2995 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart; facebook.com/taqueriatorres; 772.678.9014

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FERNANDO’S DOCKSIDE GRILLE Take a tour along the coasts of the Atlantic with Chef Fernando Dovale, who is whipping up authentic Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine from shrimp scampi to pork Alentejana to seared scallops. 2214 SE Veterans Memorial Parkway, 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. 10511 SW Village Center Drive, Port St. Lucie; facebook.com/lusogrille; 772.303.2400

DOM RICO CAFE Specializing in Puerto Rican and Dominican cuisine, this family-owned restaurant features favorites like skirt steak with chimichurri, fried mashed green plantains, and, for dessert, tres leches. 1180 SE Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie; domricocafe.com; 772.204.2318 MERVIS’ CAFÉ & GRILL This Fort Pierce establishment doubles as a USPS contract unit and serves up one tasty Cuban sandwich. They also offer sweet plantains, croquettes, empanadas, and more. 402 S. Fifth Street, Fort Pierce; merviscafe.com; 772.462.6600

12A BUOY Wide array of dishes in a casual setting, leaving both stomachs and wallets happy. 22 Fishermans Wharf, Fort Pierce; 12abuoy.com; 772.672.4524 BONEFISH GRILL A casual environment with seafood favorites like wood-grilled lobster and rainbow trout with just the right amount of kick. 2283 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; bonefishgrill.com; 772.288.4388 CHUCK’S SEAFOOD From New England clam chowder to shrimp Parmesan,

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this eatery delivers affordable seafood to every table. 822 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce; facebook.com/ chucksseafood; 772.461.9484 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 Suite 4424, Fort Pierce; cobbs-landing.com; 772.460.9014 CONCHY JOE’S SEAFOOD Dive into Conchy’s Seafood Feast or the Bahamianinspired conch salad. 3945 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach; conchyjoes.com; 772.334.1130 KYLE G’S PRIME SEAFOOD & STEAKS Eclectic, seafood-centric menu that blends the freshest daily catches, highest-quality raw bar, and shellfish selections. Plus, premium cuts of meat—all with stunning water views. 10900 S. Ocean Drive, Hutchinson Island; kylegseafood.com; 772.237.5461 SHRIMPERS GRILL AND RAW BAR Discover a relaxed, tropical environment and sunset specials at this waterfront gem in Stuart. 4290 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart; shrimpersgrill.com; 772.220.3287 SHUCKERS ON THE BEACH Enjoy the sea breeze and take in the view at Shuckers, located inside the Island Beach Resort. From ribs to raw oysters, every dish is perfection. 9800 S. Ocean Drive, Jensen Beach; islandbeachresort.com/dining; 772.229.1224

STUART BOATHOUSE A stunning waterfront setting, an outstanding happy hour, enticing specials, and live music all weekend make Stuart Boathouse a go-to. 49 SW Seminole St., Stuart; stuartboathouse.com; 772.266.4586 THE TWISTED TUNA Between the live music, waterfront views, freshcaught seafood, and sushi bar, it’s no surprise that The Twisted Tuna is one of Stuart’s most-loved dining destinations. 4290 SE Salerno Road, Stuart; thetwistedtuna.com; 772.600.7239 TIDEHOUSE Dine from the second floor overlooking the Harborage Marina and Yacht Club. Fresh Florida seafood purchased from local fishermen, plus flatbreads, prime rib, and more. 915 NW Flagler Ave., Stuart; tidehouse.com; 772.444.3166

NE Maple Ave., Jensen Beach; peterssteakhouse.com; 772.225.2516 THE FORT STEAKHOUSE A modern steakhouse located in downtown Fort Pierce, this steakhouse offers a selection of freerange and grass-fed meat, with no hormones or antibiotics and indulgent sides. 106 S 2nd St., Fort Pierce; thefortsteakhouse.com; 772.882.9131 THE GAFFORD Family-run establishment with Southern hospitality and perfectly executed plates such as Mabel’s fried chicken. The signature “Gafford” is a 20-ounce bone-in prime Revier Ranch rib eye 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

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VEGETARIAN/VEGAN/HEALTHY

MANERO’S RESTAURANT Enjoy steaks cooked to order, a shrimp cocktail, or other classic American dishes. 2851 SW High Meadow Ave., Palm City; maneros.com; 772.2203011 PETER’S STEAKHOUSE Fine wines and sides like Pete’s Famous Hash Browns and fried shoe-string onions accompany the succulent, dry-aged steaks at this longstanding steak house in historic downtown Jensen Beach. 3200

BERRY FRESH CAFE This Treasure Coast spot is a GMO- and preservative-free cafe serving healthy fare that tastes great and feels even better. 1429 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; berryfresh.cafe; 772.324.8287 MODERN JUICE CO. STUART Enjoy made-to-order juice, poke bowls, and blended bowls in a quick, casual setting. 2325 SE Federal Hwy. Suite 428, Stuart; modernjuiceco.com; 772.291.2640 ❖

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Presenting “Where Nantucket meets the Florida Keys” Enjoy upscale American and Authentic Italian cuisine.

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Filet Mignon Eggs Benedict, Tuscan Pizzas and Paninis, Homemade Lobster Ravioli, Stuffed Veal Chops, Fresh Fish Daily and Homemade Desserts

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To kick off the new year, the Martin Artisans Guild will host an exhibition showcasing the work of five artists in various mediums January 6-30. Art lovers are welcome to tour the free Palm Room Gallery show, featuring pieces by Jane Lawton Baldridge, Mallo Bisset, Dot Galford, Torenzo Gann, and James J. DeMartis. Learn more about this must-see event at stuartmagazine.com/martinartisansjanuary.

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In the mood for a winter Florida road trip? The secluded, eco-friendly Plantation on Crystal River resort is inviting travelers from across the state to enjoy a “Swim with the Manatees” overnight accommodation, which allows guests to snorkel with the hundreds of manatees that flock to the warmer waters of Crystal River during the winter. Find out more about this enchanting wildlife encounter opportunity and the resort’s accommodations at stuartmagazine.com/manateegetaway.

Feeding Frenzy South Florida’s mild seasonal temperature changes prompt anglers to hit the open seas in search of their next catch. Fortunately, cooler temperatures also increase the chances of landing a fish (or several), as the earlier sunrises serve as a signal to them to feed. Read more about what to expect and look forward to during a winter fishing expedition at stuartmagazine.com/winterfishing.

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