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ARTS & CULTURE REAWAKENED IN NEW YORK A strong salute to all the wonderful museums and institutions who recently opened their doors back up in the city that never sleeps. by brooke kelly And Alex TrAvers

RESTAURANTS RISING UP! Just like our favorite cultural centers, NYC restaurants are making a strong comeback this fall, as creativity with outdoor dining continues to boom and the city allows restaurants to reopen indoors at a limited capacity. by brooke kelly And Alex TrAvers

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THE ENDURING SPIRIT OF SLIM AARONS Slim is usually described as “upbeat, self-satisfied, and wearing a boyish grin.” And his film, Slim Aarons The High Life—now streaming on Amazon Prime—aptly shows some of his greatest works, along with stories from some close friends. by elIzAbeTh MeIgher

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For our Arts & Culture Issue, our photographer shares a story about Francis Bacon.

Our columnist gets on his first Zoom call—and gives his two cents. by taki theoDoraCoPulos Falling for autumn’s latest trends.

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Findlay Galleries proudly announce their joyful retrospective of Constantin Kluge. by alex travers The Colony Palm Beach brings Swifty’s poolside, allowing guests to safely enjoy its delicious cuisine. West Wind Hill in Kent, Conn., is a comforting country estate with beautiful grounds.

Checking in with our top real estate agents across the country. by brooke kelly Our guide to the best virtual luncheons, galas, and benefits this month. On the scene at masked New York parties. by brooke kelly

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From left: Our publisher with the legendary Slim Aarons; architect John L. Volk; outside Wally Findlay Galleries in Paris; J.G Melon’s, the famous Upper East Side burger joint; The Metropolitan Museum of Art; Andrew and Sarah Wetenhall, owners of The Colony, with Robert Caravaggi of Swifty’s.

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also contributed the comforting retrospective of my pal Slim Aaron’s ineffable images of “attractive people, doing attractive things, in attractive places.” Slim’s ability to capture casual and unaltered glamour remains a tonic for this generation’s less-thancertain ease and demeanor. Slim always boasted of walking only on the sunny side of the street; and why not?! Quest, too, bears somewhat old-school values that are often more satirized than celebrated—a balance we constantly seek and test. In fact, we have ALL been more than “tested” over these past six long and grueling months. Yet, we’ve emerged from our Covid cocoons with sober sensitivity and more grounded priorities. And better antennae. It’s time that we use this rediscovered awareness to embrace and support the reawakenings and reopenings mentioned herein. It’s time once again, dear readers, to walk on the sunny side of the street! u

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THIS HAS been, dear Quest readers, perhaps the l o n g e s t year of our collective lives ... and we still have a full quarter yet to go! Now, let’s turn these next three months into the most proactive and personally productive of any year prior, and march ourselves into the glorious Fall Equinox ... an old-fashioned Thanksgiving ... and a quieter Holiday season unfrenetically filled with family and friends. Despite the often doomsday-like media alerts, the most compelling data for this wizened publisher is the alwaysdependable Consumer Confidence Index which this week spiked at almost 102%—its highest level since we all went into lockdown last March. So move ahead we must, aiding and abetting each other as we regain and recover our normalcy. And sanity. Quest’s October Issue is brimming with recovery news, as New York’s cultural institutions have reassembled their calendars with freshly minted exhibits and ingenious wizardry. So too are the City’s fabled restaurants reopening their inside doors, to complement the zesty outdoor café dining they’ve so successfully offered since last Spring. Quest’s highly cultured editorial team of Alex Travers and Brooke Kelly take us on a visual tour of New York’s uniquely magnificent museums, performing arts centers, and classic eateries—from The Met to the MAD ... from Majorelle to Melon’s ... our never-say-die City has reawakened its creative genes. As culture begets art, Quest salutes (see pages 64–65) Findlay Galleries’ most impressive 150th Anniversary Year and their newly unveiled exhibition, “The Pictorial Poetry of Paris” by post-impressionist painter Constantin Kluge. Alex Travers paints a delightfully nostalgic homage to the fabled City of Lights, and indeed to the lineage and breadth of the time-honored Findlay collection. Our Deputy Editor, Elizabeth Meigher, brilliantly managed the cover story and shoot in this October issue of “reopening,” saluting the architectural genius of John Volk’s public masterpiece, The Royal Poinciana Plaza, which in itself has rekindled a renaissance of Palm Beach stye and culture. Elizabeth

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NEW YORK SOCIAL DIARY NOT A MONTH of Sundays but life in the now not-so-fast lane these days. Monday, Labor Day, September 7, 2020. Following a beautiful, quiet weekend in New York—the protest demonstration activity notwithstanding. We had beautiful weather in those past few days

in New York. Some rain passing through to wash the streets and water the vegetation. The trees in Carl Schurz Park—in my neighborhood—that hang over Gracie Square were beginning to turn and touch down on the pavement. There was some humidity but by nightfall it goes into the mid-60s.

It’s Mother Nature’s gift to us city-dwellers, and New York’s always much quieter without the massive traffic and crowds. When I was a kid, Labor Day in America was a serious holiday in terms of history. By mid-20th century the American people generally believed in the work of the unions that

improved our lot in life. There was a vague sense of reverence about it. So, in the picnicking and the last days at the beach or around the swimming hole very often had a reverence of the holiday. Like the brother to the Fourth of July. All of that changed at least two or three decades ago. To-

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day it is the hallmark for the End of Summer/Back To Work in our world. Or was, until this year. Now all of that appears to have changed right now too, thanks to the pandemic and other fiscal issues that remain vague to most of us. I’m not sure how we will remember the Summer of ’20, or even the entire year. It’s news to no one that this year was one of mass limitations. Beginning in March when the so-called “pandemic” was introduced, we have been withdrawing either by law, or by Common Sense, to “keep safe.” Back then many New Yorkers who could, did exit the city for “safer” places at their country houses. The Summer Season in the Hamptons, for example, has 26 QUEST

been one of isolation—as it’s been in the City—although with frequent and light exceptions. People seeing, lunching and/or dining in small numbers of four to eight, observing “social distancing” (six to ten feet per when they sort of do) and occasionally in larger groups—still keeping a “social distance” (except when they don’t) and now masking. Their restaurants are all open and serving inside, unlike those in the city. Many of the “exiters” are still there and planning on remaining permanently. Social life has been altered into almost non-existence, save the close relationships that people continue out of the very real human need to be with each other. We are not lone animals like many

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of our four-legged friends and neighbors, although a lot of our experts are apparently unaware of that fact of our existence. We are back at the beginning, in these strange and hard times confronting us. One of the new and surprisingly restorative experiences is that of dining outside. On the sidewalks, in the actual roadway but improvised as only New Yorkers can do, it is in some very real ways “like Paris,” as a friend suggested. A month ago we were still in those hot, humid, sunny days. Rain was often in the forecast, anticipating the hurricanes that are menacing the southern tip of the country and especially the Gulf coast. For example, one night I had dinner outside at Sette Mezzo

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where there were 20 tables lining the sidewalk and in the usurped parking lane (mainly under a bright, white canopy. At 7 p.m. it was still humid, although we were seated under an awning that definitely provided some cool. Dinners and wine ordered: pear salad and cannelloni wrapped in very thin slices of zucchini and served in a tomato sauce (delicious), along with a lovely catch-up conversation with my hosts who’ve just finished up their Southampton season and installed their son in his junior year at Penn. Then, about 8:15 p.m., there were a few raindrops tapping on the awnings, umbrellas, and tents (rain was in the forecast by late in the afternoon but not physically foreseeable). And

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D AV I D PAT R I C K C O L U M B I A then…. The deluge! Winds and rain and guests taking shelter whenever possible. It lasted about a half hour and then stopped. Period. Most guests had gone. The air was now cooler, but with dinner over and business washed away. This “weather” situation was all served up by the socalled public servants who are responsible for the massive unemployment that will now haunt the city for a long time (although not for those publicly paid “public servants” who will still sit sheltered and quietly ruining the financial stability of thousands upon thousands of people’s lives and welfare. It could be called a joke if it weren’t so destructive to the citizens, the businesses, and ul-

timately the life of the great city of New York. However, the only thing that matters is that we New Yorkers need our restaurants to share time and space with others, which we have been doing since Creation. Their outdoor opening is at least a relief to bring back some of the millions of citizens who have been put out of work (and out of money). One evening I was a guest of Shirley Rosenthal and Peter Heywood and their good friend Enne Riisna. Conversation with these three is always easy and rich in interest, often historical. Peter is an

Englishman who is a painter, was once a teacher (of high school–level students in the U.K.). He now also keeps an olive farm in Sicily. The conversation by the end of the dinner and after we’d covered current event, was about present circumstances, and manners, and the Ten Commandments, and William Shakespeare. Peter, being the learned Englishman, drew from his childhood memories of Shakespeare passages, and added to the subject. It’s quite a thrill for an American boy, not nearly as learned in the classics and Mr. Shakespeare, to hear his lines quoted at the dinner table, en-

hancing not only the dinner but also the listener. He quoted Shakespeare, from Hamlet of Polonius giving some wonderful advice to his son Laertes before he leaves for France, about what you look like can say much about you— first impressions count: “Costly thy habit as thy purse can afford, fancy rich not gaudy, for the apparel oft proclaims the man!” He goes on to say something like: choose your friends carefully —but having chosen them, band them to your heart with bands of steel. Peter then continued, lastly and most wonderful are the final words: “This above all else; to thine own self be true, and it must follow as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man.”

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Isabella Barrett

The only thing that matters is that we New Yorkers need our restaurants to share time and space with others—which we have been since Creation. Their opening is needed to bring back at least some of the millions of citizens who have been put out of work (and out of money). One of the most disturbing things for me about the “lockdown” we experienced was how “philanthropy”—which is now sequestered like everything else—can continue. The need is greater than ever because of the economic, financial, and employment situations in our world. Ironically we cannot be certain that our elected leaders have any real awareness of this fact. 30 QUEST

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Many millions today are raised through devices such as “galas”—the publicity of which informs us of the possibilities of helping each other in this world. Over the past four decades, that seasonal activity has raised billions not only for research and care but as employment for many, many thousands of people. This column was founded on existence of what is/was called Society in New York. It has a 200-year history. In the beginning, the 17th century was already working on it. It was an affirmation of Progress in a community. In a very real way, by the

latter part of the 19th century when Caroline Schermerhorn Astor crowned herself monarch of all New York and its subsidiary environments. It became an established part of our culture. Visible, and economically powerful. The Social (with a capitol S) world today is no longer defined by the prominent hostess who found her self-expression and power through philanthropy. From the little I’ve learned about her, Lina, as Mrs. Astor was called, was a woman of her time (the first half of the 19th century). By the end of the last half, her work was pretty much

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done. A “Society” had been established. There was a List. There were Rules. Yes rules could be excused but only to those who played by them. Society was run by Women, assisted by Males, such as Ward McAllister who was the “public relations” advisor to Mrs. A., and the brains behind her public emergence. The 400 List was one of the great promos of that century of American life. It represented a kind of imagined prominence, and so continued well into the 20th century in New York. The term became common in ordinary American parlance. The generation coming up behind her, however, especially that Southern belle (when she

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those days: acceptance in Paris first, and then onto the sensationally growing New York—a Southern belle who became a New York entrepreneur. She married for money when she married the Commodore’s grandson, Willie K Vanderbilt. So? Who didn’t if they could. It’s an ageold habit. Divorce, however, and she was one of the first to openly choose, was brand new in the acceptability department. That took guts. After divorcing Mr. Vanderbilt, she then forced her teen-age daughter to marry a bankrupt English duke (Marlborough) who was

the possessor living in one of the greatest private palaces, Blenheim, in all of merry ole England. Consuelo was 18 when she was married to the duke, (Alva was 22 when she first married). Alva divorced Vanderbiltthe same year. The following year of her divorce and her daughter’s marriage, she moved across Bellevue Avenue, Newport to the castle of her neighbor Oliver Belmont, a new (and also rich) husband. She and Mrs. Stuyvesant Fish (Mamie to her friends), and a California silver mining heiress (19th century prospectors

achieving) named Tessie Olreichs took over as leaders of Society. Mrs. Astor was now old (in her late sixties). Her presence was a respected memory but otherwise irrelevant. Those names were only a few of the prominent (and rich) women who were the next generation and experiencing the changes in the culture and the economy. Society existed in many cities and communities. It was often religiously divided too, with the social power basically going to the Protestants vs. the Roman Catholics. There were very few Jews of the same “rank”—although Oliver Belmont’s family background was Jewish (his father was the agent for the Rothschild family in

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riches do raise its possessors to a “higher” elevation among the rest of us. About a month ago this writing, there was a headline that Elon Musk’s stockholdings added a ten more billion (in a day) and making him the second or third richest man in America. Today, a woman of a “socially” prominent background is known for her philanthropic activities and/or her creative abilities. Recently Priscilla Rattazzi, whose mother was a member of the Agnelli family (Fiat) and married to Chris Whittle is a well-known photographer. Her work is now on prominent display at the Staley-Wise Gallery here in New York.

The exhibition, titled Hoodooland is of photographs of desert of Utah. The subject is of personal interest because back in the early ‘90s, I happened to be driving across the continent from California to New York and passed through this land which is vast and covers the land as far as the eye can see. It’s like nothing else you can see on this great continent. Sandy-reddish in color, I was astounded on first sight of it, unlike anything I had ever imagined. It was like driving across “another planet” from the looks of it. It also expands one’s sense of earthly reality, like an imagined voyage through Outer Space. I learned from the photog-

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rapher’s introduction to it, that she had first seen it a few years ago when she was visiting out West and “approaching Lake Powell, the scenery becomes more dramatic and barren. Huge mustard and coal colored cliffs towered over us in almost a menacing way,” she recalled, with “smaller plateaus stretched hundreds of miles to the east toward Monument Valley. A few years ago Rattazzi returned with her camera and taking “very long and sometimes dangerous hikes” with Yermo Welsh, “a local legend, a guide with deep knowledge of southwestern archeology and a soulful artistic bent.” They hiked to an unnamed

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D AV I D PAT R I C K C O L U M B I A canyon (which he nicknamed after himself, filled with rock formations which look like sculptures as if made by man— columns of weathered rock found only in desert climates and called hoodoos. She discovered more of the “otherworldly landscape with its strange yet elegant hoodoos that inhabit these monuments lands. From there, Yermo took them on a hiking adventure to “insanely beautiful and quiet places where the silence was almost jarring.” They hiked to an unnamed canyon (which he nicknamed after himself, filled with rock formations which look like sculptures as if made by man—columns of weathered rock found only in desert

climates and called hoodoos. When I first learned of this exhibition from an invitation with one of Priscilla Rattazzi’s photographs of a “hoodoo,” I frankly thought the sculpture in “Yermo Canyon” was the work of a contemporary artist working in the desert. They look man-made—almost. Except their reality goes beyond the borders of man, and you know they are Mother Nature’s work. Just like the rest of us, they are a tribute to the wonder of all that exists, or as the photographer concluded they look “like an army of mystical creatures.” The exhibition runs through November 7th. It is a wonder of beauty and isolation, and a lesson in the power Nature.

For more information, go to www.staleywise.com. Back in New York. Meanwhile, one thing is undeniable: Summer is over. The pandemic made much of our daily lives impossible for the last eight months. And it looks even more difficult (financially and otherwise) in the not distant future. However, this past summer, which is always quieter because of the season, has seen “galas” and fundraisers operating via the internet, including Publicolor, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, The American Institute for Stuttering; the Hope For Depression Research Foundation, The Newport Art Museum, The Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Fund.

As we move into the new season, it is important that we find our way back to Community. Late last month, on a bright, sunny day, with temps reaching up to 79 degrees, no humidity and occasionally a slight breeze. Although it was comfortably warm it didn’t feel hot the way 80 degrees two month ago was torrid. The town was beginning to get around to business. The (outdoor) restaurants are very busy, even during the very cool of the evening, and philanthropic events are setting up shop for fundraising “virtually.” On a Tuesday, Literacy Partners virtually presented The Lizzie Awards: honoring filmmaker Perri Peltz and featuring

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a conversation between Perri and Jon Meacham, journalist, broadcast-producer. Perri reflected on her career breaking news and championing social justice. They were joined for a discussion moderated by NBC News correspondent, Cynthia McFadden. Originally founded in 1973 in New York City, Literacy Partners is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing low-income parents and those whose lives are fundamentally shaped by the immigrant experience, with the literacy and language skills. Its expansion and foundation was the brainchild of publisher Parker Ladd and his life-partner, fashion designer Arnold Scaasi and 38 QUEST

our beloved social and entertainment columnist Liz Smith, whom the Awards were named for. One of the most private secrets of many adult Americans, as well as newly emigrated citizens, is that they can’t read. They never learned how. The numbers are astounding, very often the result of leaving school early. What seems simple to many of us evades a lot of people for a variety of reasons, including lack of proper teaching as well as the embarrassment (afraid to admit) of being behind. It’s more common than we can imagine, but unacknowledged because of the embarrassment factor. People disguising or hiding their

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inability: they faked it enough that it remained a secret. Liz Smith was one of the most voracious readers I’ve ever known. She loved to read and could read a book in a night, and often did. Her great career as a journalist and columnist were the result of her passion. She was shocked when she realized that so many of us lack that gift and pleasure. Her 30+ years of leadership with Literacy Partners helped teach more than 25,000 adults to not only read, but write and speak English more proficiently. The lives of Literacy students and their families as well have been transformed by the experience: many got better jobs; helped their children suc-

ceed in school and earned high school equivalency degrees for themselves. Some have even gone on to graduate from college. Today Literacy Partners is the City’s leading adult literacy program with a focus on African-American and recent literacy students. The response to the pandemic has been to move all classes online and to refocus learning to meet new needs for parents and their children’s learning at home. There are now Zoom classes and Literacy has provided computers and WIFI hotspots, food and other essential supplies for many of their students. The Partners have come up with a bold plan to educate

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D AV I D PAT R I C K C O L U M B I A 3,000 new students over the next five years—almost double their reach now. They plan to honor Liz with this by creating the Liz Smith Center for Adult and Family Literacy with the objective of providing basic literacy to prepare people for jobs; to deliver High School Equivalency and College Transition Classes for young adults, as well as English for immigrant workers. To learn more about their goal and contribute, visit: https://literacypartners.org/ get-involved/the liz-smith-fund Literacy Partners is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing people with the literacy and language skills necessary to create success for

themselves and a better future for their children. Their goal is to break the cycle of poverty, improve job prospects, and close the achievement gap even before children begin school. As a pioneering literacy program, for adults and young people, we’ve created a supportive educational community, designed to help students overcome stubborn barriers and to achieve their academic, vocational, and individual goals. For more information, visit: literacypartners.org More private issues. Very few of us have the ability or tools to defend ourselves from the affliction of depression. That’s where Audrey

Gruss and organizations like the Hope for Depression Research Foundation come in. Audrey founded HDRF in memory of her mother, Hope, who suffered from clinical depression — to combat depression using the power of science. Audrey, always creative in pushing the acceleration of breakthrough research, introduced the new Hope Night Parfum at a small dinner in the cross breezes of the pool pavilion at her Southampton home (maintaining social distancing guidelines, of course). Guests included Debbie Bancroft, Candace Bushnell with Jim Coleman, Kim Heirston, Tania and Brian Higgins, Marie-Noelle and John Pierce.

The luxury fragrance was presented as a fine product with a unique charitable message: 100% of net profits go to support depression research at Hope for Depression Research Foundation. Guests arrived with masks and were guided to cocktail “pods” that consisted of U-shaped banquettes, where they had drinks and hors d’oeuvres, properly socially-distanced 6’ from each other. Dinner was served at a 24’ long table and were seated 6’ from each other. The table was decorated with flowers cascading from a grapevine sculpture above the table, which reinforced the romantic theme of Hope Night.

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H A R RY B E N S O N Francis Bacon at his solo exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1975.

IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY THE FORMIDABLE British artist Francis Bacon was in New York for the installation of his 1975 solo exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. After overseeing the exhibition and making instant, forever friends of the installers at the museum, we jumped into a taxi, stopped by my apartment to pick up an additional lens, and headed downtown to the Bowery—which he called Skid Row. Bacon said he felt comfortable there on the Lower East Side, and that some of his inspiration came from these downtown journeys. He joked with random strangers in the local bars and bought them a round or two, and then everyone came outside, arm in arm, to be photographed by me. On the ride back uptown, we talked about his favorite haunt in London’s Soho: Muriel’s, a nondescript drinking club in a basement on Dean Street near Shaftsbury Avenue in the theatre district. He likened it to Elaine’s, the sorely missed New York hangout for writers and artists on the upper East side of NY. I’m glad I was able to photograph one of the most important artists of the 20th century. I found Francis Bacon to be a jovial person, with no stark, pent-up rage or chaos as depicted in his art. I wonder if he was really as laid-back and jovial as he appeared? Or was he elated by the prospect of his wonderful one-man MoMA show, which was about to open? u OCTOBER 2020 57

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From left: Sir Bob Geldof; members of the Pugs Club at the Pugs Regatta

GSTAAD—I EXPERIENCED my first Zoom conference last week, and didn’t think much of it. As the great Yogi Berra once remarked, “You can observe a lot just by watching,” but in my case I observed very little and heard quite a lot. I suppose one day in the future every meeting will be Zoom-style, but I bet my bottom dollar they’ll never be as preposterous 58 QUEST

as was the annual Pugs Club gettogether. As everyone knows, Pugs is the world’s most exclusive club, by a long shot. Pugs had 21 members at one point, but we lost Christopher Lee, and then our president Nick Scott and our commodore Tim Hoare. Pugs has neither a purpose nor a motto, and was an invention of Nick Scott’s while

recuperating from a massive hangover on my boat off a Greek island 15 years ago. Members include a maharaja, a couple of royal princes, some German nobles, a major Greek shipowner, a few American billionaires based in Europe, Sir Bob Geldof, Roger Taylor, yours truly, and a Harbor Island-born native whose weight zooms up and down by the name of Arki. The Zoom

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From left: The entrance of White’s club in London; Taki Theodoracopulos’s former yacht, Bushido.

meeting was called by the secretarygeneral/treasurer responsible for the club’s finances, Sir Bob, who opened the meeting by reprimanding members on general principles, then demanded payment from them for dues not due, and fended off criticism by some members that he has never paid his own. As he put it: “And I never will, so go and f— yourselves.” This set a pattern, Sir Bob being rude to members who dared interrupt him, while he proposed that old men (me) be expelled, Germans (Furstenberg, Bismarck, Sachs) made to pay triple because of the war, and the Maharaja (Jodhpur) quadruple because of Armitsar. Furthermore he declared that the four Greek members should renounce our citizenship and apply for Turkish papers in order to keep the Aegean peaceful while he scrounges for a cruise. Needless to say, Sir Bob’s demands and the manner in which he conducted the annual meeting were, to say the least, unconventional and not up to usual St. James’s Club standards. Finally, after the Fidel Castro-like length of Sir Bob’s remarks, the voting for a new president and commodore took place. It was over in milliseconds. Crown Prince Pavlos of Greece was unanimously elected president, and Roger Taylor of Queen commodore.

Pavlos is as good a person as there is, and the Greeks would do well to give him back his throne, but as Geldof said, “Who wants to be king of Greece when they can be president of Pugs?” As the meeting was taking place in Gunnerside, Bob Miller’s little Scottish shoot, word got out that Bob’s son-inlaw had been elected and thousands of Scots surrounded the place, cheering. They only stopped when Bob Geldof came out on the balcony to wave, a deadly silence descending like the cold hand of death. Never mind. The only resolution taken except for the voting was that we meet again just before Christmas in London, in order to decide where the next regatta takes place in the summer. When someone proposed we meet at White’s, Geldof called him a racist and suggested we reunite at Brown’s hotel. After that I tuned out and turned off the Zoom. It had been too much, like attending a trade union conference with Fidel Castro or Nicolae Ceausescu presiding. Every Pug loves Geldof, who wears a sailor

suit during the regattas and looks like a wolf in ship’s clothing. But his idea of an unnatural act is to reach for the bill—he claims his assets are frozen in Alaska—and he’s known to suffer from premature evacuation syndrome at hifalutin parties. When first introduced to Prince Pavlos and Prince Nikolaos of Greece when they joined Pugs, he looked them up and down—they’re both over six feet— and declared that we should beware of Greeks wearing lifts. But as I said—and for the first time I’ll be serious—he is the heart and soul of Pugs, and his Marc Antonylike funeral oration after Nick Scott’s death remains a classic. You can take all the phony sincerity in him and place it in the navel of a firefly and still have room for a dozen anti-Taki insults. He once asked me if I was born stupid or did I take lessons? I answered with a question, whether his parents had any children that lived? Actually we love each other. u For more Taki, visit takimag.com. OCTOBER 2020 59

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Fresh Finds BY A LE X T R AV E R S A N D E L I Z A B E T H M E I G H E R OCTOBER BRINGS with it a renewed sense of season and purpose, with crisp fall winds and scenic foliage. For Quest, it also marks our latest Arts & Leisure Issue. So we called upon our inner artists to help find you the most stylish fall looks and accessories this season. Get one step ahead of the trends with these Graziela 18-kt. rose gold, diamond, and pink kunzite earrings. $6,200 at grazielagems.com.

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Asprey’s cocktail shaker in the form of an airplane is inspired by the original Boeing Stratoliners, which first flew commercially in the late 1930s. $12,600. Browse all barware at asprey.com.

Relax and have a glass of Cakebread Cellars’ delicious Cabernet Sauvignon, with aromas of ripe blackberry and boysenberry. Visit cakebread.com.

Tod’s is setting the trend this year for classic fall looks, available at Bergdorf Goodman or tods.com. Big news from Rolex: They’ve just announced their new generation of Oyster Perpetual Submariners, and we’re beyond excited. Shop Rolex watches at Wempe 700 Madison Ave.

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initiative in the fight against cancer. Visit ralphlauren.com for more information and to shop the shirt.

Fresh Finds Build a bridge to her heart by offering Shay’s diamond and emerald Baguette Link Choker necklace. $9,870. Visit shayjewelry.com.

Get ready for outdoor picnics or apple picking in Veronica Beard’s fall fashion looks, available at veronicabeard.com.

The elegant and stylish Harlow Tote by Stubbs & Wootton is perfect for both day trips or overnight stays.

It’s all about being bold this season with Celine’s 55-mm. special-fit polarized Square Sunglasses. $500 at nordstrom.com.

Step out in style this fall with these Tory Burch suede boots. Tory Burch: 797 Madison Ave., 212.510.8371.

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AT FINDLAY GALLERIES, A LOVE LETTER TO PARIS WHEN LIFE throws us changes, however unexpected, we do our best to adapt. Art galleries are doing a fine job, many showing beautiful works that are both powerful and nostalgic that you can see both in person and online. Findlay Galleries, for instance, recently organized a show called “The Pictorial Poetry of Paris,” an exhibition of works by Post-impressionist painter Constantin Kluge. The exhibition is available to view in person at their Palm Beach gallery, and also can be seen via an interactive virtual tour on the gallery’s website. Kluge studied architecture at the École des Beaux Arts in Paris, but during his travels to Beijing and Hong Kong fell in love with brush and ink painting. After graduating from the École des Beaux Arts, Kluge painted the city’s river banks and streets. His unique knowledge of architecture gave the works a naturalistic feel, where the viewer can easily romanticize a stroll across the Pont Neuf or enjoying a drink at the Café de la Paix l’Opera. In late 1950s, acclaimed art dealer Wally Findlay, Jr. discovered the artist’s Parisian work and immediately showcased Kluge’s paintings of Paris to the American market. Kluge went on to have several exhibitions at all Findlay Gallery 64 QUEST

locations, including Paris, New York, Palm Beach, Chicago, and Beverly Hills. Arthur K. Watson, the Ambassador to France and President of IBM, along with his wife, Mrs. Anne Watson, encouraged many ex-pats to attend openings at Findlay Galleries and were always in attendance when their schedules allowed. Today, Kluge’s paintings are known as love letters to Paris. He painted the city like a cherished memory, an iconic moment in time, and his works are treasures for everyone to enjoy. And as a former architect, Kluge’s intimate understanding of Parisian architecture gave him the insight to depict them with such a unique combination of fidelity and charm. If you’re in Palm Beach we highly recommended seeing the show in person. But Findlay Galleries have done a great job with the virtual tour as well—a highly interactive experience that is both entertaining and educational and offers Kluge’s works through their New York Gallery at 32 East 57th Street on the 2nd floor. ◆ For more information, visit findlaygalleries.com.

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Clockwise, from top left: Constantin Kluge’s Rue Saint Antonie, oil on canvas; Café de la Paix et l’Opera, oil on canvas; Arthur K. Watson, Ambassador to France and President of IBM, and Mrs. Anne Watson; La Seine a Paris, oil on canvas; Avenue Carnot et Arc de Triomphe oil on canvas. Opposite page: Wally Findlay Galleries Paris.

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OUTDOOR DINING is quintessential to Palm Beach, with the It crowd gathering outdoors to dine ever since Henry Flagler’s famous tea dances in the Cocoanut Grove. What was once a tropical diversion is now a health essential, with breezes bringing fresh air and allowing ample space between guests. A table outside has never been more sought after, and if anyone knows a thing or two about sought after tables, it is Swifty’s founder Robert Caravaggi. Once the Upper East Side’s buzziest society boite, Swifty’s shuttered in 2016 but reopened as a pop-up at The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach during the last winter season. Swifty’s regulars like Aerin Lauder and Martha Stewart flocked to the Kemble Interiors-designed dining room at The Colony, where Carravaggi once again greeted guests by 66 QUEST

name, evoking Swifty’s unique clubby ambiance but with a classic Palm Beach twist. Due to the overwhelming success of the Palm Beach pop-up, Caravaggi and Colony Hotel owners Sarah and Andrew Wetenhall are not only bringing Swifty’s back, but expanding with the launch of Swifty’s POOL, an outdoor concept bringing everything guests adore about Swifty’s outside. “Our first season was a smashing success,” says founder Robert Caravaggi. “It was such a pleasure to see so many familiar faces and wonderful friends in our dining room, and I am elated to evolve the restaurant to meet these unique times with the launch of Swifty’s POOL.” Swifty’s POOL will launch on Thursday, October 29th, serving lunch, dinner, and cocktails around The Colony’s

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Clockwise from above: Lynn Foster, Gigi and Harry Benson, and Robert Nederlander dining at Swifty’s at The Colony; Swifty’s owner Robert Caravaggi and The Colony’s executive chef, Tom Whitaker; the setup of Swifty’s POOL; Andrew and Sarah Wetenhall, owners of The Colony Palm Beach. Opposite page: Situated on the eastern end of Worth Avenue, The Colony boasts classic Colonial and pink exteriors, and offers uniques experiences like complimentary beach cruisers and custom-branded paddle boards.

Counterclockwise from above: The Colony’s pool area; a dolly in the lobby of the hotel; the famous Swifty’s crab cakes; Sharon Bush, Kathy Prounis, and Amy Hoadley at Swifty’s in Palm Beach. Opposite page: The Swfity’s dining room at The Colony; the Swifty’s menu features a

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swimming pool, as well as alfresco seating under the hotel’s outdoor hanging garden. A more casual concept, Swifty’s POOL will still offer beloved Swifty’s favorites, plus lighter additions perfect for long alfresco lunches and warm starlit dinners. Swifty’s POOL will carry on the Colony’s tradition of live music and sophisticated entertaining by hosting live musicians and impromptu activations to keep Swifty’s POOL patrons on their toes (think rum tastings, book readings, and acoustic guitarists along with other engaging socially distanced endeavors). “Swifty’s has always been a beloved haven for its patrons”, says Sarah Wetenhall, President & CEO of The Colony Palm Beach, “which is more important now than ever, so we are thrilled to expand Swifty’s at The Colony.” Swifty’s traditional dining room inside the hotel will reopen December 17th for the season, serving dinner only. u For reservations, email swiftys@thecolonypalmbeach.com or call 561.801.7429. OCTOBER 2020 69

WEST WIND HILL, a bespoke country estate on 389± acres straddling Kent, Connecticut and Amenia, New York, sits on the crest of a plateau overlooking panoramic protected views. The classic stone and shingle manor house with formal courtyard is sited perfectly to experience spectacular sunsets and fairytale mists combined with the upmost in privacy. Although only eight minutes from the center of Kent and less than two hours from New York City, access is via a private gated road that winds through trees, past old

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stonewalls with glimpses of open meadow and a serene pond. Spacious rooms perfect for entertaining include a large great room with a soaring peaked ceiling and a 20’ stone fireplace, a sun-filled formal dining room with three exposures, and a huge Chef’s kitchen with a massive stone fireplace and adjoining catering kitchen, marble paneled powder room, and mud room. Beautiful reclaimed chestnut floors, exquisite detailing and numerous banks of windows and French doors make this an unparalleled home. The paneled library, office, and master

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Clockwise from above: The living room; the first floor’s master bathroom; the master bedroom; the pool area and two-story pool house; the Chef ’s kitchen. Opposite page, counterclockwise from above: West Wind Hill, a country estate in Kent, Connecticut, sits on 389 ± acres; the wood paneled library; the sun room; the outdoor patio.

bedroom suite are located on the first floor in a private wing of the house. Of course there is a billiard room, complete with mini-kitchen, full bath, and adjoining guest bedroom. A second floor master-size guest room has a beautiful bath with soaking tub and deck that faces the amazing views. Two bedroom suites with ensuite bathrooms, a charming peaked children’s bedroom and a well-appointed office complete this floor. The extensive, recently renovated, lower level contains a media room with 9’ screen, half bath, wine tasting room, and wine cellar with adjoining prep kitchen

for large gatherings. In addition, there is a sunny laundry room, craft room, and gym with ground level access. Beautiful stone steps lead down to a stunning natural stone pool and a tennis court. There is also a two-story pool house with spiral staircase, full kitchen and full bath. The expansive two building maintenance court also contains a pumping system for irrigating the lawns and gardens. u West Wind Hill is listed for $8,995,000, with Joseph Lorino of Klemm Real Estate (860.868.7313 or josephlo@yahoo.com).

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CRISTINA CONDON Sotheby’s International Realty / 561.301.2211 / cristina.condon@sothebyshomes.com

Q: How will fall in Palm Beach differ this year from past seasons? A: There will be more homeowners residing in Palm Beach than ever before, with seasonal rental inventory at a historic low and more part-time residents becoming fulltime residents. Q: With more people working remotely than ever before, why are people choosing Palm Beach as their “work from home” destination? A: Other than the obvious tax benefits, Palm Beach offers a unique lifestyle attractive to those seeking more space and the ability to have greater flexibility in their homes for their own use and for friends and family. Year-round wonderful weather, safety and privacy are especially appealing.

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Q: What advice do you have for buyers and sellers? A: The influx of buyers has diminished available inventory on the island considerably. To buyers: If you see something you that meets your needs and fits your requirements, move quickly. It’s a seller’s market. To sellers: If you have ever considered selling, now is the time to get your home evaluated and get it on the market. There are more buyers looking for properties than properties currently available. Q: Anything else we should know about the market? A: We don’t see the influx of people moving to Palm Beach slowing down anytime soon. With that said, we’re excited about new openings on the island, including restaurants such as Henry’s and La Goulue, and boutique hotel White Elephant Palm Beach.

Tarpon Cove at 320 Island Road Palm Beach; $35,500,000.

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Q: What’s selling in Palm Beach right now? A: Sold volume of singlefamily homes in Palm Beach in Q2 2020 more than doubled with over $412M from $205M from the same time period in 2019. New construction and relatively newly updated, turnkey homes are moving the quickest.

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DANA KOCH The Koch Team at Corcoran Group / 561.379.7718 / dana.koch@corcoran.com

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Q: What’s selling in Palm Beach? A: Almost everything! Single family homes and townhomes are leading the way for obvious reasons. People want their own backyard, private pools, and covered outdoor spaces, but there is also strong demand in the luxury condo market. Q: How will fall in Palm Beach differ this year from past seasons? A: Palm Beach will be far busier this Fall compared to years past. People are looking for a safe haven and Palm Beach is at the top of their radar. I think people will be also be coming down earlier than usual due to the election in November. Many families have made Palm Beach their permanent residence and others are doing school virtually which allows them the flexibility to live in the warmer weather and enjoy the outdoors. It is obviously one of the major reasons why we have dwindling sales inventory and virtually no rentals left for the season. Our restaurant scene will be geared more towards outdoor dining as well. Q: Why are people choosing Palm Beach as their “work from home” destination? A: Living in Palm Beach is heaven on earth! We have an amazing quality of life, security, pristine beaches, a gorgeous

aesthetic, and do not forget the tax advantages of being a full time resident! If you enjoy an active lifestyle, we have golf, tennis, and biking on the Lake Trail. When life gets back to normal, we have so much to offer with incredible cultural institutions, world class shopping and bustling restaurants. Q: What advice do you have for buyers and sellers? A: We have so much momentum in this market! I’ve said this so many times, if you like something, buy it! There is so much demand that a property is not going to wait for you. For Sellers, you still need to price your property correctly and you will sell it! If you are overly aggressive with your price, it will sit on the market. Buyers are savvy and educated and will pay fair market value based on today’s real estate market conditions.

208 West Indies Drive in Palm Beach; $8,500,000.

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LEGRAND ELEBASH Handsome Properties / 843.810.6450 / legrand@handsomeproperties.com

Q: What are the popular residential areas? And the nearby getaway towns? A: The most iconic Charleston neighborhood is the South

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of Broad historic district—people relocating here love the fact that they can enjoy the unique experience of living in a historic home with unmatched streetscapes. There are numerous other emerging hot neighborhoods on the peninsula, as well as very popular high-end suburbs where buyers can find waterfront property or homes near private club amenities. Of course the beach communities remain especially popular, with sales currently booming on Sullivan’s Island, Isle of Palms, and nearby Kiawah Island. Charlestonians have historically enjoyed country retreats in the ACE Basin to our south, as well as our surrounding beach towns. During the heat of summer it is not uncommon to see people take extended time in the mountains of North Carolina -- about a four hour drive to popular mountain towns like Asheville, Cashiers, or Highlands.

A view of the Battery in Charleston, South Carolina.

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Q: How has the coronavirus affected the Charleston market? Why is now a great time to buy? A: The pandemic and associated shutdowns definitely disrupted our usual spring market as it did across the country, but the activity levels quickly rebounded once people regained the confidence to travel and tour homes. The deferred spring activity resulted in a very busy summer for us and we see Charleston as a net beneficiary of work-from-home movement. We are hearing from a lot of New York buyers who now realize that they can effectively work remotely, and therefore live wherever they choose. Charleston is very hard to beat from a lifestyle perspective so we are seeing a lot of those movers land here. It’s a great time to buy in Charleston because our finest homes are still a relative value in the context of other global cities. With so many people realizing they can work remotely and Charleston’s attractive lifestyle, we expect the trend to remain in Charleston’s favor for a long time to come. It’s a good idea to come visit and buy something now!

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LIZA PULITZER & WHITNEY MCGURK Brown Harris Stevens / 561.373.0666 / lpulitzer@bhsusa.com & wmcgurk@bhsusa.com

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Q: What’s selling in Palm Beach? A: We had a very strong summer of sales. Single family homes are the primary focus of buyers. They want their own private home with a pool and outdoor living spaces. Inventory for single family homes are at historically low numbers with very high demand. When a new home comes to market, they tend to go under contract very quickly. Q: How will fall in Palm Beach differ this year from past seasons? A: We suspect fall will be somewhat of typical fall in Palm Beach with residents trickling in and getting ready for the season. The difference being that there will be more and more residents in combination with a slew of new buyers looking. As agents, we will need to be more creative than ever in finding the right properties for clients due to the low inventory. Q: With more people working remotely than ever before, why are people choosing Palm Beach are their “work from home” destination? A: Palm Beach has proven to be an ideal location for work-

ing remotely. With the sun shining most of the time and our year-round warm weather, taking conference calls in an outdoor living room by the pool sure does beat being stuck in a high-rise apartment building in the middle of winter. Q: What advice do you have for buyers and sellers? A: If you find something you like, don’t wait. There are so many buyers and renters out there looking for the same thing that opportunities are few and far between so being timely is critical. Q: Anything else we should know about the market? A: We are hopeful that the pandemic and its effect on the world will start to subside this season but feel the real estate market here will continue to have increased interest.

4 Golfview Road in Palm Beach; $10,900,000.

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Q: How will fall in Palm Beach differ this year from past seasons? A: School enrollments have skyrocketed. More people are calling Palm Beach home. People who may have waited a bit longer to move or have a second home are deciding to do it now. The energy is high. Large gatherings may not be possible so expect to see a lot more outdoor activity and al fresco dining! Q: Why are people choosing Palm Beach as their “work from home” destination? A: Quarantine has been a wake up call. People want to be outside. They also want convenience and everything at their fingertips and Palm Beach offers that. Commuting is simple with the airport less than 10 minutes away. Year round outdoor sports, miles of beaches, the Lake Trail- nothing beats Palm Beach!

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Q: What advice do you have for buyers and sellers? A: For sellers, if you need to list your property, now is an excellent time. Inventory is low. Price accordingly but don’t overprice and miss the market. For buyers, those that are waiting for the market to quiet down may be waiting a long time. We have buyers who were scheduled to preview listings and by the time they flew down, those properties were already gone. If you see something you love, do not wait! Q: Anything else we should know? A: Palm Beach and West Palm are booming in all areas because people simply love the convenience and sense of community here. From large estates to small pied-a- terres, there is something for everyone.

421 Brazilian Avenue in Palm Beach (co-listed with Ann Summers).

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Q: What’s selling? A: Single family houses have been the strongest but apartment sales are picking up. Everyone wants to own a little section of Palm Beach. Our Team has done several off market sales due to lack of inventory. Property that is renovated or new is a plus but really anything goes.

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KEITH VANDERLAAN Sotheby’s International Realty / 561.972.0115 / keith.van@sothebyshomes.com

Q: What’s selling in Palm Beach? A: Everything! That’s what is selling. Single family home sales are in the lead but there is also tremendous movement in condos, co-ops, townhomes and the like.

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Q: How will fall in Palm Beach differ this year? A: We continue to see a tremendous amount of interest in Palm Beach as a place for year ‘round living rather than a secondary home used only during peak season. Out of town, out of state, and international Buyers are determined to find a way to get in on the opportunities. In turn, video walkthroughs, 3D tours and excellent communication skills are more essential now than ever for Realtors. Q: Why are people choosing Palm Beach as their “work from home” destination? A: Working from home is often challenging and very taxing. People need to get out of the house to restore and revitalize. The Island of Palm Beach offers a tremendous variety of opportunities for out door activities: on land or in the water. Golf, croquet, boating, swimming, the bike trail, the various club memberships, deep sea fishing. The list goes on. The best part, life in the town of Palm Beach is easy. Getting to the airports, private and commercial, is also very easy if one wants to take a quick trip for business or pleasure.

Q: What advice do you have for buyers and sellers? A: For buyers… if you see something you like, do not hesitate. I don’t use high pressure tactics. But this market is very different from previous years and all too often Buyer(s) wait too long to get that offer in on a home that is exactly what they want and by the time they come back to it, it’s gone. For Sellers… even in a hot market, buyers will always look for value; take the time to understand the value of your home and price accordingly. The last thing you want is to overprice and be passed over. Q: Anything else we should know about the market? A: The demographics are evolving. The level of sophistication and diversity that Palm Beach has to offer continues to flourish. Peak season is just around the corner and I’m excited to see how things will unfold in the coming months.

Keith’s sale at 1100 SE Atlantic Drive in Hypoluxo Island in Lantana, Florida.

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Q: How will fall differ this year from past seasons? A: Fall has become the new spring. Everything that usually happens in March and April was put on hold this year. Now

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that things have opened up a bit, we have seen “spring like” behavior from buyers and sellers. Homes are coming on the market, and now with low interest rates and an adjustment of the prices, buyers continue to move here from the City. Q: Why are people choosing Long Island as their “work from home” destination? A: Long Island has always been a destination for buyers. The North Shore is simply beautiful. It offers beaches, small villages, fine restaurants, great shopping, award winning school districts and an array of private schools, golf, tennis, and private country clubs. Additionally, now parents are homeschooling and people are working from home. Buyers are looking for even more in a home and finding it here. For the price of an apartment in New York City, you can get more square footage, amenities, green space, community, and sophistication.

68 Wheatley Road in Brookville, New York; $3,200,000.

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Q: Which areas of Long Island do you represent? What’s selling in these neighborhoods? A: The North Shore of Long Island is my specialty. My particular focus is Locust Valley, Lattingtown, Matinecock, Mill Neck, Oyster Bay, Oyster Bay Cove, Cove Neck, the Brookvilles, Bayville, Cold Spring Harbor, Laurel Hollow, Centre Island, and Sands Point. In these areas I have seen a general move toward manageable sized homes and properties. With the surge of people moving here from New York City, I have seen anything under $1,000,000 selling with multiple offers. If the house is in good condition, then properties in the $1m - $2m range transact as well. The high end market, on the other hand, is behaving a little differently this year. Two years ago that market was at a standstill so the current buyers are savvy and want a home in move-in condition. Now with COVID, buyers are also looking for space with home offices in a tranquil environment. Waterfront properties, for example, are in demand. Currently there is a lot of inventory, and because these buyers are more particular, the transactions in this range have a longer life cycle.

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Sotheby’s International Realty / 212.606.7669 / nikki.field@sothebyshomes.com / nikkifield.com

Q: Tell me about the New York City market. Can you compare today’s market to the market we saw in 2008? Is now a good time to buy investment properties in Manhattan? A: In the residential real estate world, a phrase you hear often is “wish I had bought in 2009”. This was towards the end of the financial crisis when pricing was depressed generally 25-35% from the highs of 2007. Many doubted the sustainability of New York and the quality of city living resulting in pending sales (demand) was at historic lows and inventory (supply) was at historic highs. Not surprisingly, there are strong similarities between our current market and that market in 2009. The last time we were at our current low level of pending sales (demand) was during that early 2009 cycle. During the 4 year period from 2015 to the end of 2019 we saw a steady (approximately 12-15%) decline in pricing, the lower end was down less, the higher luxury end and new development was down more. This is in contrast to the sharp 2 year decline of 25-35% from 2007 to 2009. From the beginning of COVID-19 until now average prices are down approximately another

12%. The aggregated decline from 2015-present is extremely similar to the more rapid decline we saw leading into 2009. There are not 30% discounts from 2019 to present as the decline was gradual from the market highs of 2015 but we are securing similar discounts from the height of the market in 2015 to somewhere near the bottom of the market, where we believe we are today. Opportunity is here! Buy now, buy low, and buy big! u

Penthouse at 240 Park Avenue South in New York; $30,000,000.

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The Central Park Conservancy works tirelessly to keep Central Park beautiful, clean, and accessible. The organization also raises the Park’s $74 million operating budget, which powers year-round initiatives not just within the Park’s perimeter, but across the City and globally.

STAYING HEALTHY

Join or support high school and college students nationwide for the 31-day Junior BCA Get Fit For Hope Challenge. Fitness plays an important role in both prevention and recovery, so run, bike, swim, practice with your school team—the choice is yours—and help BCA raise critical funding for Breast Cancer Alliance grants. The mission of Breast Cancer Alliance is to improve survival rates and quality of life for those impacted by breast cancer through better prevention, early detection, treatment and cure. To promote these goals BCA invests in innovative research, breast surgery fellowships, regional education, and provides dignified support, and screening for the underserved. To participate, visit breastcanceralliance.org/getfit.

KARAOKE ON ZOOM

South Street Seaport Museum’s monthly sea-music Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music continues virtually on Sunday October 4, from 2-4 p.m. From our living rooms and kitchens, and even from the deck of Wavertree, join in on the round-robin of shared songs, featuring members of The New York Packet and friends. Listen in, lead, or request a song, and belt out the choruses for your neighbors to hear on the first Sunday of every

month. Sign up at fusicology.com to receive the Zoom link.

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The Untermyer Gardens Conservancy will hold its annual Mehregan Gala on Sunday October 4, at historic Untermyer Gardens. Mehregan, the traditional Persian harvest festival, will take place in the Walled Garden, which is the finest Indo-Persian garden in the Western Hemisphere. Cocktails

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The Pro Bono Partnership Gala, now a virtual event, will celebrate the volunteers and trailblazers in the legal industry who personify the Partnership’s mission of providing free legal services to nonprofit organizations in the tristate area. The Gala will start at 6 p.m. Please visit probonopartner.org for more information.

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Join Oliver Scholars virtually October 2–4 as the organization will celebrate honored guests and Scholar achievements. Save the dates, invite your friends, and get ready for a memorable weekend. For more information, visit oliverscholars.org.

will be followed by a lavish Persian dinner served in an open tent with spectacular views of sunset on the Hudson River. Proceeds from Mehregan will assist the Conservancy to maintain the Walled Garden and restore its distinctive ziggurat-shaped Persian Pool. For more information, visit untermyergardens.org.

Experience a love Baruch Performing Arts Center concert followed by a live at-home conversation with Yael Weiss immediately following on October 6. For more information, visit baruch.cuny.edu.

Samaritan Daytop Foundation will host its first Virtual Gala benefiting Samaritan Daytop Village on its 60th Anniversary. The event will place on Wednesday October 14th at 6:00 p.m. The Honorees for this year’s Gala are Actress Phylicia Rashad, Host and Weatherman of

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New York. A cocktail reception is to be followed with a seated dinner and a musical recital. This fundraising gal helps support the Paris Opera & Ballet major projects and productions related with American artists. Please check with the organization to make sure there are no changes or cancelations. For more information, visit afpob.org.

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Meander through The Blaze, a stunning Sleepy Hollow landscape and discover a display of more than 7,000 illuminated jack o’ lanterns—all designed and hand-carved on site by a team of artisans. Visit hudsonvalley.org. NBC’s Today Al Roker, and President and CEO of SterlingRisk David Sterling. NY1 News Political Anchor Errol Louis will host the night. The event will benefit Samaritan Daytop Village as it combats the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the opioid epidemic, the homelessness crisis, and racial injustice that continue to impact the most vulnerable New Yorkers. For more information, call 914.715.6311.

MAD FOR THE ARTS

On October 15, the Museum of Arts and Design will honor Judy Chicago during its MAD Ball 2020, a virtual celebration with host MX Justin Vivian Bond and a musical performance by Roseanne Cash. For more information, please visit madmuseum.org.

FASHION SHOWS

Breast Cancer Alliance’s virtual Luncheon & Fashion Show– Reimagined will be celebrate a meaningful, fun and fashionable event safely “together.” Breast Cancer diagnoses have not waned during this pandemic, and screening, treatment and research have all suffered from delayed visits and restricted access. To support and for more information about the event, please visit breastcanceralliance.org/events.

SUPPORTING THE CITY

“Celebrating Today, Building Tomorrow” will be a virtual gathering to celebrate Birch Family Services’ 45th anniversary. It will offer a time to connect, share stories, and recognize some of our champions, including Scott Simon, host of Weekend Edition on NPR, and long-time Birch supporters, Jean and Ron Rawitt. Registration for this livestream event is free and open to all. Each day, Birch Family Services supports more than 2,000 individuals and their families throughout New York City. With support, the organization can continue to provide these individuals with quality programs and quality programs and services, having a lasting impact on their lives. For more information, please visit birchfamilyservices.org.

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The annual American Friends of the Paris Opera and Ballet Annual Gala is an intimate, prestigious and anticipated event organized by the American Friends of the Paris Opera & Ballet at the General Consulate of France in

In honor of The Met’s 150th anniversary, Art for the Community will highlight a series of groundbreaking exhibitions organized by the Museum between 1933 and 1942. Almost a quarter of New York City’s population visited “Neighborhood Circulating Exhibitions,” which were developed in response to an inquiry from a Queens high school teacher. This remarkable initiative brought selections from the Museum’s collection to as many New Yorkers as possible.

PARTY FROM HOME

The French Heritage Society Virtual Gala will take place on November 18, hosted by Chairman CeCe Black and Elizabeth Stribling. The honoree will be Robert Couturier. For more information, please visit newyorksocialdiary.com.

JACK O’LANTER BLAZE

Meander through an 18th-century landscape and discover a display of more than 7,000 illuminated jack o’ lanterns—all designed and hand-carved on site by our team of artisans. For more information, visit hudsonvalley.org. The Blaze is operating in compliance with New York State-issued “Low-Risk Outdoor Arts & Entertainment Guidelines.”

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THE WHITNEY MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART AFTER MONTHS OF being closed due to the pandemic, the city’s beloved art institutions and museums are now proudly open with updated safety measures. The Whitney Museum of American Art is dedicated to collecting and preserving the finest contemporary art, with a focus on works by living artists. Its collection is considered one of the best holdings of 20th century American art in the world, and in September it reopened its doors in the Meatpacking District. To safely operate, visitors to the museum are required to reserve timed-entry tickets and abide by updated protocols. “Cultural institutions like the Whitney are an essential part of the fabric of New York and are integral to its successful and safe reopening,” said Adam D. Weinberg, Alice Pratt Brown Director of the Whitney Museum. “Our priority is the health and safety of our staff and visitors. Over the past few months, our internal team has carefully developed safety protocols with guidance from health experts and collaboratively working with peer institutions across the city through the NYC Museums Reopening Task Force.” The Whitney has also strived to make the museum more accessible to all New Yorkers and offered a “Pay-What-You-Wish” admission program throughout the month of September. It also has extended popular exhibitions to make up for lost time, including Vida Americana: Mexican Muralists Remake American Art, 1925–1945 and Cauleen Smith: Mutualities, which will be presented through January, and the Agnes Pelton: Desert Transcendentalist, which will now remain open until November. From above: Installation view of Making Knowing: Craft in Art, 1950-2019; installation view of The Whitney’s Collection: Selections from 1900 to 1965; a view of the Whitney Museum of American Art from Gansevoort Street, shot in 2015. 82 QUEST

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WELCOME BACK, NEW YORK CITY!

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WELCOME BACK, WHITNEY MUSEUM!

We love the Whitney (here we are at an event in 2016) and are thrilled, thrilled, thrilled its doors are once again open to visitors.

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) welcomed visitors back to its 5th Avenue building on August 29th at 25% capacity. The museum has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures, installed hand sanitizing stations throughout the building, and put in place rules to enforce physical distancing and face coverings. Max Hollein, Director of The Met, was naturally excited. “Opening The Met’s doors is an important signal for New York and for all of us. We have never been forced to close for longer than three days—much less five months—and we can’t wait to welcome visitors to a wide range of compelling exhibitions and our permanent collection, which spans over 5,000 years of human creativity. This will be a time for New Yorkers to reconnect with their favorite artworks and spaces in their Museum. So many people have reached out during the time of closure to express how much they miss being at The Met.” With the reopening, the museum also unveiled three new exhibitions, including its special 150th anniversary exhibition, which was originally slated to launch in March. Making The Met, 1870-2020 is an immersive, buildingwide journey that leads visitors through pivotal moments in the establishment’s long history. The Met will also continue its virtual offerings, including conversations with curators and educational programs, that allowed people to enjoy the museum from a distance during the months-long lockdown. The Met Cloisters also welcomed visitors back in September.

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MUSEUM OF MODERN ART / moma.org MoMA is open and it’s easy to visit it safely. By purchasing timed tickets, visitors can explore the latest exhibitions at both the Museum of Modern Art and MoMA PS1, which aim to celebrate creativity, openness, tolerance, and generosity. Currently on view at MoMA is a wonderfully curated Donald Judd exhibition that highlights color and surface through his “boxes” and “stacks.” This exhibition is currently being presented as part of MoMA’s Virtual Views series too, as many curious art lovers continue to “museum from home.” But if you are local and have the chance to see it in person it is specular. Also, be sure to check out the great Milton Glaser works on view, the famous “I Love NY” posters and sketches. And there are also dozens of illustrations by the artist Nicolas Ménard that help show how to properly “social distance.” Plan your visit today at moma.org.

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From above: Exterior view of the Museum of Modern Art, 53rd Street Entrance Canopy; an illustration by Nicolas Ménard showing how to safely “social distance” while viewing art at the museum. Opposite page, from above: Installation view of 19th Century Innovators (Gallery 501); a selection of illustration by the artist Nicolas Ménard; an installation view of Claude Monet’s Water Lilies (Gallery 515).

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At this moment of crisis and change, the Museum of the City of New York is documenting history in real time by crowdsourcing stories of how all five boroughs are experiencing both the COVID-19 pandemic and the uprisings for Black Lives. On July 23, drawing on these efforts, the Museum unveiled an outdoor installation featuring some of the images that have already been submitted by locals. A new, indoor exhibition is now in the works (the museum is in scheduled to have this open in December) to tell the stories of 2020—and to imagine what’s next for New York City. There is also an exhibition on currently on view called “The City Within,” showcasing images of Brooklyn. You can buy timed tickets to visit the museum at mcny.org.

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Alex Webb’s “Park Slope,” 2018, Chromogenic development print; a photograph by Clayton Benskin (@clay_benskin); the Museum of the City of New York is located at 1120 Fifth Avenue at 103rd Street. Opposite page, clockwise from left: Milton Glaser’s “I [Heart] New York More Than Ever,” 2001; John Lee’s “Valentina,” 1951; a photograph by Juliana Muchinyi (@aluche_ events_); Alex Webb’s “Borough Park,” 2016.

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of Brian Clarke’s “The Art of Light,” on view through February 21, 2021; the Museum of Arts and Design is located at 2 Columbus Circle in New York City and timed tickets can be purchased at madmuseum.org; since the early 1970s, Clarke has collaborated with some of the world’s most prominent architects to create stained-glass designs and installations for hundreds of projects worldwide. The centerpiece of the exhibition will be more than twenty free-standing, glass screens.

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The Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) is open and currently featuring an immersive exhibition of more than 100 works of stained glass, compositions in lead, and related drawings by British artist Brian Clarke, a brilliant aesthetic innovator. Since the early 1970s, Clarke has collaborated with some of the world’s most prominent architects to create stained-glass designs and installations for hundreds of projects worldwide. The centerpiece of the exhibition will be more than twenty free-standing, glass screens. Animated by changing light and stained with exuberant, saturated colors, these dramatic works will transport audiences to the very frontier of what is possible in stained glass today. Also be sure to register for the virtual “Mad Ball 2020” on October 15, which will feature a musical performance by Rosanne Cash and a conversation with Judy Chicago. Visit madmuseum.org for more information.

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MAD BALL 2020 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 • 6PM EST HONORING JUDY CHICAGO

Celebrating MAD Champions SIMONA & JEROME A. CHAZEN, LAURA & LEWIS KRUGER, AND BARBARA & DONALD TOBER

LIVE ON ZOOM FROM ANYWHERE, PLUS, SMALL IN-PERSON “WATCH PARTIES.” BE A PART OF IT WHEREVER YOU ARE! Visit madmuseum.org for details

EL MUSEO DEL BARRIO / elmuseo.org

Clockwise, from left: Jorge Soto Sánchez “Self-portrait,” 1974 in mixed media; the three curators—Rodrigo Moura, Susanna V. Temkin, and Elia Alba—of El Museo del Barrio’s “Estamos Bien La Trienal 20/21,” the museum’s first national large-scale survey of Latinx contemporary art debuts with online artists’ projects; part of the online artist project, “Final Banner” by

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In celebration of Taller Boricua’s 50th anniversary, El Museo del Barrio’s latest show “Taller Boricua: A Political Print Shop in New York,” is the first monograph exhibition in three decades about the East Harlem-based Nuyorican collective workshop and alternative space. Best known for its cultural empowerment and political activism, the organization commonly known as The Puerto Rican Workshop, which began as a printmaking studio, produced and circulated hundreds of prints by artists. The prints, produced mainly in the 1970s, centered on issues of Puerto Rican independence, workers’ rights, and anti-imperialism both locally and in the Caribbean and Latin America, issues that remain relevant today. The museum’s other current exhibition, “Popular Painters and Other Visionaries,” examines the contributions of 30 schooled and self-taught artists who worked in different parts of the Americas and the Caribbean between the 1930s and 1970s, departing from the term popular painters to identify artists working on the margins of the mainstream artworld. Plan your visit to see these great shows and others at elmuseo.org.

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Good news opera lovers. Met Stars Live in Concert, which was launched this summer, is offering a pay-per-view series featuring some of opera’s biggest stars singing live from striking locations across Europe and the United States. The series is presented live via streaming and shot with multiple cameras that are connected via satellite to a studio in New York City, where the host of the program, soprano Christine Goerke, is situated. Gary Halvorson, the award-winning director of the Met’s Live in HD series, directs. Tickets for each concert are $20 with on demand viewing for 14 days. Concerts can be viewed via computer, mobile device, or home entertainment system with Chromecast or AirPlay. Also, two Met Stars Live concerts are scheduled for October: soprano Anna Netrebko will sing live on Saturday, October 10 at 1:00 p.m. ET and soprano Diana Damrau and tenor Joseph Calleja will sing live from Malta on Saturday, October 24 at 1:00 p.m. ET. Visit metopera.org to learn more. From above: A Met Opera performance. The Met Opera’s Live in HD series is offered each night and averaging approximately 100,000 daily visits to the website; to date, the nightly streams have reached over 13.5 million people since the program’s launch on March 16; outside the Met Opera House in New York City. For more information, visit metopera.org OCTOBER 2020 00

Founded in 1948 by George Balanchine and Lincoln Kirstein, the New York City Ballet (NYCB) boasts a roster of spectacular dancers, and is known for its unmatched repertory, and athletic, contemporary style. Due to the pandemic, the organization recently launched a five-week digital fall season through October 31st. The season features more than 25 ballets over six programs and can be viewed on NYCB’s YouTube channel, Facebook page, or website, and will air on Tuesday evenings, with two Saturday Matinees. The final week of the season will be dedicated to a special festival of new choreography featuring five World Premiere ballets. Additionally, NYCB will continue to produce its “City Ballet The Podcast” and offer interactive educational workshops virtually. From above: Maria Kowroski and Adrian Danchig-Waring in Ulysses Dove’s Red Angels; Taylor Stanley and Abi Stafford in George Balanchine’s Western Symphony; Unity Phelan and Gonzalo Garcia in Jerome Robbins’ Opus 19/The Dreamer. 96 QUEST

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The Greens at the Seaport District is New York City’s premier open-air rooftop venue, which also transforms into the ultimate outdoor dining

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retreat; The Greens is open 7 days a week (from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., weather permitting) and is comprised of 28 individual 14’ x 14’ mini lawns to accommodate up to eight diners with cabana-style lounge chairs, an umbrella, installed Yeti Cooler for beverages, USB port for charging electronic devices, and more.

Let’s hope it stays warm this month because everyone should enjoy The Greens— New York City’s premier open-air rooftop venue, which also transforms into the ultimate outdoor dining retreat. The Greens is open 7 days a week (from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., weather permitting) and comprised of 28 individual 14’ x 14’ mini lawns to accommodate up to eight diners with cabana-style lounge chairs, an umbrella, installed Yeti Cooler for beverages, USB port for charging electronic devices, and more. (It will remain open until mid-October.) Designed with the health and safety of guests as a top priority, each mini lawn provides plenty of space coupled with proper cleaning procedures to dine and socialize responsibly. The all-day menu blends New American cuisine with an approachable beverage program using only top-quality, seasonal ingredients can be found here. Online reservations for the group mini lawns are preferred and can be made in advance by visiting the thegreens.pier17ny.com. As part of the Seaport District’s mission to support local community initiatives, each online reservation will incur a $1.59 booking fee, which is donated to Bowery Mission. u OCTOBER 2020 97

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THE POLO BAR / 212.207.8562 ONE OF NEW YORK’S most sought-after reservations, Ralph Lauren’s The Polo Bar is famous for its classic American fare, quality cocktails, and rich wood paneling interiors with equestrian décor and leather banquets. Celebrity guests are common sightings, like Meghan Markle, who dined there just last year during her visit to the city. Since March, the restaurant has been closed due to the pandemic with no formal plan yet to open this fall, leaving its loyal customers wondering when they’ll dine in the Midtown hotspot next. However, The Polo Bar is now allowing diners to bring the magical experience home through its high-quality Manhattan delivery service. The Polo Bar at Home offers menu favorites like the Lobster Roll and the Burger, desserts like the Coconut Cake or Sundae Kit, as well as cocktails like the Ridgway Margarita and the Old Fashioned in readyto-pour, hand-sealed bottles. It also offer select wines, with sommeliers available to walk you through the best pairings for your meal. Those interested in this unique dining experience can call in to place orders up to one week in advance or same-day by 3 p.m. (although availability is limited). This spread, clockwise from top left: The entrance of The Polo Bar; the Polo Bar at Home’s ready-to-pour cocktails; Ralph’s Coffee Ice Cream Sundae; a Polo Bar at Home package; a server exiting the restaurant to make a delivery. OCTOBER 2020 99

Clockwise from above: The La Terrasse menu; restaurateur Charles Masson waves to customers; the dining room at Majorelle; the Majorelle picnic basket.

UPPER EAST SIDERS have frequented this elegant French restaurant in the Lowell Hotel since it opened in 2017. Reminiscent of a botanical oasis, Majorelle’s sophisticated dining room and adjoining year-round terrace, known as The Garden, closed early on in the pandemic. But in July, the hotel launched a casual curbside alternative, coined La Terrasse, with features from inside Majorelle like the large lush plants surrounding the tables. The a la carte menu includes items like Lamb Chops Grilled with Rosemary, Risotto with Parmesan, and the Jacques’ Burger et Frites. Additionally, they’ve just welcomed back guests to dine inside, which will be serving the classic Prix Fixe menu—perfect for special occasions. The restaurant will also continue the two delivery services launched during the pandemic: Majorelle at Home, which can be ordered same day from the a la carte menu, or The Picnic Basket, featuring a Price Fixe menu that must be pre-ordered at least 48 hours in advance.

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MAJORELLE / 212.935.2888

AMARANTH / 212.980.6700 AMARANTH, LOCATED just off Madison Avenue on 62nd Street, has a simple approach to its delicious Mediterranean cuisine—a fusion of original Italian and French food, great hospitality, and the highest quality of ingredients in their recipes. In fact, a large portion of specialty items that the restaurant serves are imported from Italy and France. Amaranth’s famous Focaccia Robiola, its super fresh and tasty seafood, creative pastas, and perfectly al dente risottos, have attracted a dedicated fan base. They also offer outdoor dining and a terrace during the warm season, where you can taste delicious food or enjoy a cocktail (try their famous Frozen Cosmo!) before dinner. Amaranth—which also features a curated and well-balanced wine list—is the perfect choice for a fine dining experience or for an afternoon meal with the entire family. And for dessert, don’t forget to try their Valhona Chocolate Cake. Clockwise, from top left: The outdoor dining experience at Amaranth is delightful; diners enjoy a late lunch in mid-September; the menu at Amaranth; tucked just off Madison Avenue, this social spot offers great drinks and dishes. OCTOBER 2020 101

THIS BELOVED establishment has been situated at 74th and 3rd since 1972, and is more than a restaurant to locals— it’s a New York icon. When the pandemic hit, J.G. Melon opened a takeout window, and soon after expanded its outdoor seating arrangements. Now, everyone’s favorite burger joint is excited to welcome guests back to its indoor dining room. The spirit of J.G. Melon that everyone loves is still there—from the dedicated staff (who don matching watermelon printed face coverings) to the gingham checkered tablecloths—just with updated safety precautions. Tables are spaced six feet apart, and anyone entering the restaurant will be required to have their temperature taken, sanitize their hands, wear masks in common areas, and fill out a form in adherence with New York’s guidelines. The cozy, casual pub offers a menu with comfort dishes like buttery grilled cheese, burgers with sides such as cottage fries or pickles, and the must-order pecan pie warmed and topped with whipped cream. The food is simple but classic, and the ambience filled with neighborhood regulars cannot be replicated. The restaurant will continue its takeout service and pickup window that launched in March, and is still only accepting cash. Counterclockwise from top right: J.G. Melon’s takeout window; the iconic J.G. Melon sign on the corner of 74th Street and 3rd Avenue; the J.G. Melon staff wearing their new watermelon printed face coverings; burgers and Bloody Marys on the iconic gingham tablecloths.

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MILOS / 212.245.7400 MILOS HAS been open for outdoor dining on its terrace since June and will continue to stay open outdoors, as New Yorkers have embraced al fresco luxury dining. With safely spaced tables, umbrellas, string lights, and overhead tents, the experience is both comfortable and highly enjoyable. Milos is currently offering an expansive menu for takeout as well, which has proven popular for those who are staying at home. Takeout favorites include fresh market fish, Greek spreads, Greek salad, lobster pasta, and baklava. On September 30th, New York City opened indoor dining at 25% capacity, and Milos has reopened indoors at both New York locations: 55th Street in Midtown and also at Hudson Yards. Of course, the restaurant is taking every safety precaution and enforcing social distancing.

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COTE / 212.401.7986 THIS MICHELIN-STARRED Korean steakhouse in Flatiron is known for its lively ambience (perfect for groups!), creative cocktails, and high-quality beef, which guests cook themselves on tabletop smokeless grills. The restaurant has an outdoor setup, and is currently taking reservations for indoor dining, which is open at limited capacity as of September 30th. In addition to Cote’s standard takeout and delivery services (which include pre-made cocktails in 500ML bottles), it also has an online butcher shop so New Yorkers can order grill-at-home steak kits. Beyond New York, it also launched a national service via Goldbelly, so the unique experience can be enjoyed all over the county. The packages—perfect as a gift or for hosting a dinner party—serve up to six people and include not only USDA meats, but everything needed to mimic the restaurant’s amazing meals like seasoning, pickled vegetables, sauces, and even salt. And not to be missed are the grilling and pairing tips from Executive Chef David Sim packed in each box. Clockwise from top left: Diners in COTE’s outdoor setup over the summer; a waitress holding a tray of Frosé cocktails; a Goldbelly delivery package; meat ready to cook on a

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From above: The outdoor dining experience at Primola is highly enjoyable; a selection of wine; Primola is located at 1226 2nd Avenue in Manhattan.

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PRIMOLA / 212.758.1775 IT’S GOT the right look, and its food is delicious. Primola is adored by locals and it is easy to see why. With its delicious menu, great selections of wine, and clubby feel, it’s a spot you can happily visit a few times a week. The pastas at Primola are all special, and we highly recommend the veal dishes, especially the chop with stuffed black truffles. (Also noteworthy: Risotto Verde Con Asparagi, Pollo Al Balsamico E Rosmarino, and Bistecca Fiorentina.) They even offer seasonal wild game as a special. Over the summer, the outdoor space at Primola—located on Second Avenue between 65th and 64th Streets—was decorated tastefully, allowing for a wonderful dining experience, which Primola is continuing. The restaurant, however, is now open at a limited capacity indoors. If you haven’t already, be sure to stop in and give it a try. OCTOBER 2020 105

LE BILBOQUET/ 212.751.3036 NEW YORKERS love Le Bilboquet. It’s always been such a social spot, where diners have a blast talking to their neighbors over delicious cocktails and dishes. (Be sure to try their famous Moule Frites and the signature Le Poulet Cajun.) At Le Bilboquet, spirits are always high. When the restaurant temporary closed to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in New York City, they helped raise money for employees—including cooks, servers, busers, runners, porters, Maitre Ds and bartenders. But Le Bilboquet has been offering outdoor dining for quite some time and has just opened at a limited capacity as of September 30th. Make your reservations and get ready for a fun-packed night. Or hop on their website to order takeout and chic merchandise. Karen Klopp and Jack Lynch enjoy the outdoor dining experinece at Le Bilboquet, located at 20 East 60th Street in Manhattan. Le Bilboquet has been offering outdoor dining since the spring and is open at a limited capacity as of the end of September, following state and city safety procedures. Visit lebilboquetny.com to order takeout and view menus. Don’t forget to try Le Bilboquet’s famous Cajun Chicken and pommes frites (inset).

SETTE MEZZO / 212.472.0400 SETTE MEZZO’S food is simply delicious. The restaurant has a loyal following and great service, always catering to diner’s needs and food preferences. While Sette Mezzo does offer take out, over the spring the restaurant set up a beautiful outdoor space, covered by a tent, on Lexington Avenue that is both safe and inviting. It’s a pleasure to sit outside and enjoy lunch or a sunset dinner. The restaurant is now allowing limited capacity indoors, but the tented area will also remain open, and heat lamps help provide warmth on cooler nights. The calamari here is heavenly, as are the great selections of pastas, main courses, and specials. Just make sure you save room for coffee and dessert!

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From left: The Mark’s Michelin-star chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten created a special “All Day” Menu for The Mark Hotel Terrace, The Mark Hotel Patio, room service, curbside pickup, and delivery by Caviar; there is even a special Doggie Menu for guests who travel with their furry friends; inside The Mark Hotel.

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THE MARK / 212.744.4300 AT A TIME when New York is slowly returning to the new normal, with everybody keen on getting back in the thick of things after Labor Day, The Mark Hotel—who was the first luxury hotel to proudly reopen its doors on June 15—has been hard at work to create a safe a fun space for outdoor dining. (Indoor dining will also open at limited capacity.) The Mark was honored twice by Travel + Leisure, who named it the number one “city hotel” in the U.S., highlighting The Mark as not only the safest place to stay, but also the very best hotel in the city. As for seasonal recipes, The Mark’s Michelin-star chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten created an “All Day” Menu for The Mark Hotel Terrace, The Mark Hotel Patio, room service, curbside pickup, and delivery by Caviar. There is even a special Doggie Menu for guests who travel with their furry friends. We hope your pups get a chance to try! u

Slim Aarons An Everlasting Presence BY ELIZABETH MEIGHER WHEN LAURA HAWK first met photographer Slim Aarons during their initial interview, he was exactly as she will always remember him: “upbeat, self-satisfied, and wearing a boyish grin.” The pair would go on to work together for over a decade. As Laura told the Wall Street Journal: “By the end of the ’80s, Slim and I had logged more than 400,000 miles of travel, exploring some of the most dazzling enclaves of exclusivity in the world and reporting on the people, particularly the women, who frequented them—from Babe Paley, Marilyn Monroe and Marlene Dietrich to Jacqueline Kennedy, C.Z. Guest and the Duchess of Windsor.” Slim knew, “he’d have a better chance of being ushered into their worlds if he wasn’t trailing a throng of assistants carrying bags and equipment. His streamlined method of operation was to carry a stainless-steel briefcase with one camera—first a Leica, later a Nikon—plus a backup body, a couple of lenses and a light meter. Nothing more...” Be sure to catch “Slim Aarons The High Life” currently available on Amazon Prime, with a cameo appearance by Quest’s Publisher and CEO, Chris Meigher.

Counterclockwise from top right: polo player Laddie Sanford taking it easy before a game at the Gulfstream Polo Club, Delray, Florida, 1955; Dobbie Coleman Bassett, daughter of the Duchess of Manchester, prepares for a day’s riding at Pebble Beach stables with her daughter, Caroline, 1976; photographer Slim Aarons (right) on board a yacht off Capri, Italy, September 1968; American Olympic skeet shooter Diane Palmer (center) and the Potter Palmer family, Lake Forest, Illinois, 1970. Opposite page: Mrs. Winston F. C. Guest (aka “C. Z. Guest”) with a poodle and a Great

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Clockwise from top left: Henry B. Cabot Jr. (standing, center) with his son, Henry Bromfield Cabot III, and their host, Barclay (Buzzy) H Warburton III (in striped shirt), aboard the brigantine Black Pearl, circa 1959; Patsy Pulitzer about to board a seaplane belonging to the Everglades Flying Service, Palm Bach, FL,1955; film producer Kevin McClory taking his wife, Bobo Sigrist, and their children to school in an â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Amphicarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; across the harbour at Nassau, 1967; The Kaufmann Desert House in Palm Springs, California, designed by Richard Neutra in 1946 for businessman Edgar J. Kaufmann (then owned by Nelda Linsk, right, in yellow). Lita Baron and Helen Dzo Dzo are among the guests, 1970. Opposite page, clockwise from top: the Phipps and Fanjul families modeling fashions by Lilly Pulitzer at the Palm Beach home of Mr. and Mrs. Ogden Phipps, 1970; Alice Topping seated by a swimming pool in Palm Beach, 1959; Mrs. Roy Chapin and family outside their Grosse Pointe, Michigan home, circa 1972; the Barrett

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Counterclockwis from top right: society hostess and style icon, Nan Kempner, skiing on the slopes of Sugarbush in Vermont, 1960; three skiers in New Hampshire, 1955; three skiing waiters deliver dinner on a ski slope, Stowe, Vermont, 1962; two brightly clad women stand beside a helicopter on the slopes of Snowmass, Colorado, 1968; a group of women reclining in the snow in Gstaad, 1963. Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Marianne Faithfull, the Honorable Desmond Guinness, and Mick Jagger at Leixlip Castle, Ireland, the home of Desmond Guinness, 1968; Jacqueline Kennedy, wife of then Senator Jack Kennedy, at The Waldorf’s annual “April in Paris” ball, 1958; Mrs. F.C. Winston Guest (aka “C.Z. Guest”) and Mme Louis Jacques Balsan (Consuelo Vanderbilt, the former Duchess of Marlborough) talking at a party in Palm Beach, 1955; Senator Jack Kennedy (later President John F. Kennedy) greeting friends at The Waldorf’s “April in Paris” ball held in the Grand Ballroom, New York, 1958; “Kings of Hollywood” Clark Gable, Van Heflin, Gary Cooper, and James Stewart enjoy a joke at a New Year’s party held at Romanoff’s in Beverly Hills, 1957.

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Clockwise from top: holidaymakers waterskiing in front of the Carlton Hotel, Cannes, 1958; two women talking to a man on the edge of a tennis court in the Bahamas, circa 1957; film star Merle Oberon and lunch guests at her villa, La Consentida, Acapulco, 1966. The star is second from the right facing the camera; waterskiing from the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Cap d’Antibes, France, 1969. Opposite page, clockwise from top left: tanned bodies on the deck of Dino Pecci Blunt’s yacht in Marbella, 1967; holidaymakers, including Aga Khan and Peter Sellers, on the deck of a luxury yacht off the Costa Smeralda, Sardinia, 1967; Mike Phipps arriving for lunch at the Guinness house in Manalapan, Florida, circa 1960; a guest

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WE ARE FAMILY AT THE ROYAL ALTHOUGH LARGELY KNOWN as the winter retreat of choice for sunning, lunching, and shopping among the nation’s most well-heeled elite for over 100 years, those who know Palm Beach well also know that at the heart of Palm Beach lies its loving and devoted families. The Royal Poinciana Plaza provides an idyllic shopping experience unlike any other, where families can go to shop, dine, and bask in The Royal’s lush gardens and sprawling courtyards together—even dogs are invited to join in the fun! Quest spent a day at The Royal Poinciana Plaza with one family in particular, a family with storied roots and a long-established legacy in Palm Beach that currently spans three generations. Wife of late H. Loy Anderson, Jr., Inger Anderson—with her high cheekbones and long, lean frame—still flashes the same sprightly grin that she did when being captured on film by the world’s top photographers 50 years ago. A mother of four and owner of Palm Beach Groves and citrus fruit farms, Inger knows where it’s at. And so do her twin daughters, Bettina and Kristina. While Bettina Anderson has modeled for various fashion campaigns, recently, she has focused on a cause she holds close to her heart. After seven months of training and hands-on case work, Bettina became a certified volunteer with Guardian Ad Litem, advocating on behalf of Florida’s abused, neglected, and abandoned children. Her sister, Kristina McPherson, is a successful realtor with Corcoran, serves at Family Church on Flagler, and is active with the YMCA—that is, when she is not focused on her greatest joy, her three little ones. Jin Lee Hanley is married to Bettina and Kristina’s cousin, Drew Hanley, whose mother is the twins’ “Aunt Denise” Hanley. Rather than refer to her mother-in-law with the common law phrase, Jin has sweetly coined the term “Mother-in-Love,” as she and Denise have developed a close and lasting bond. Jin is Chair of the Dance Department at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Her daughter, Lydia Park, also a beautiful and accomplished dancer, is part of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and partakes in their Great Strides fundraising walks. Mũmbi O’Brien is engaged to be married to Blake Hanley— 116 QUEST

brother of Drew Hanley, and the youngest son of Denise Hanley. Blake works as an attorney at Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County and is the singer/songwriter for the band Ghost Lion. Mũmbi is an artist and designer, currently pursuing a Masters Degree in Costume Design at UCLA. She is a member of (F)empower and an advocate for transformative justice, championing causes such as the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition (floridarrc.com). The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree as Mũmbi’s mother, Wairimũ Njambi, is a professor of Sociology and Women’s Studies at FAU Honors College. Little Mũoni Hanley, Mũmbi and Blake’s daughter, is the youngest family member of the group. Born in May of 2020, Mũoni is a shining star and a ray of light on even the grayest of days. After enjoying a full renovation that honored John Volk’s architecture in his signature Palm Beach style, The Royal Poinciana Plaza’s rebirth is now complete—unveiling a jewel box oasis and global destination for true luxury, delicious food, and pure fun. From rye bread to red Birkins, the eclectic tenant mix beckons and delights with 50 renowned local and international brands including Zimmermann, Kirna Zabête, Renny & Reed, Paul Labrecque Salon and Spa, and Assouline.The commitment to community safety remains at the forefront as protocols on property are continually updated to reflect the latest government information and regulations, ensuring that The Royal Poinciana Plaza remains an idlyllic safe haven for all guests. The Royal introduced a variety of new initiatives including ‘Shop to Table,’ its outdoor shopping series which will be hosted every Saturday through October. The innovative approach encourages guests to shop their retail favorites, all while enjoying fresh air and safe socializing. ‘Royal Sweat,’ its outdoor fitness series, allows shoppers to enjoy fitness clases Monday through Friday while social distancing. Shoppers also have new openings to look forward to this year, including British luxury house Asprey London and Badgley Mischka, with more to be announced. And don’t forget, The Royal’s courtyard, terrazzo, patios, and most businesses are dog-friendly, so guests can enjoy their visit without leaving four-legged friends behind!u

Inger Angerson and her twin daughters, Kristina McPherson and Bettina Anderson, share a laugh at Assouline. Kristina wears Johanna Ortiz available at Kirna Zabête; Bettina is dressed in Proenza Schouler available at Kirna Zabête, with jewelry by Asprey London; Inger dons Silvia Tcherassi available at Kirna Zabête, with Jewelry by Asprey London.

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Clockwise from top left: families enjoy the East Courtyard at The Royal. Inger wears a Zabête Exclusive Collection Dress, Loewe Tote, The Freya Brand Hat (all available at Kirna Zabête), and jewelry by Asprey London; Kristina and her family are dressed in Bognar & Piccolini; Bettina dons Silvia Tcherassi available at Kirna Zabête; Wairimũ wears Kiton and jewelry by Asprey London; Mũmbi wears Zadig & Voltaire; Jin dons Bognar & Piccolini; Lydia wears Alice + Olivia and a Lack of Color hat (all available at Alice + Olivia); Cavalier King Charles “Thor” sports Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming. Other props: Celis Produce, Virginia Philip Wine, Spirits & Academy; enjoying outdoor dining at the late Schrafft’s, which opened its doors to The Royal in 1961 as a soda-fountain counter and candy concession, as well as a cocktail lounge; Kristina and her children take a spin in a Surrey bike rental from Palm Beach Bicycle Trail Shop, all dressed in Bognar & Piccolini; guests enjoy a night on the town at The Royal, circa 1965. Opposite page: Mũmbi O’Brien and her mother, Wairimũ Njambi, attend an intimate floral-arranging class at The Palm Beach Flower School at Renny & Reed with their newest addition, Mũoni Hanley. All are dressed in Roller Rabbit; a mother and her two daughters

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pose by the fountain at The Royal Poinciana Plaza, circa 1975 (inset).

Mother and daughter Jin Hanley (right) and Lydia Park (left) customize a bag together at the Palm Beach Stoney Clover Lane flagship, founded by local Palm Beach sisters Kendall and Libby Glazer. Lydia wears LoveShackFancy; Jin is dressed in Bognar & Piccolini; a historical image depicting the opening of Capriccio. (inset).

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CINEMA SOCIETY’S PREMIERE OF “POWER BOOK II: GHOST” IN WATER MILL OVER LABOR DAY weekend, the Cinema Society and Starz hosted the drive-in premiere of “Power Book II: Ghost” at Jill Rappaport’s farm in Water Mill. As guests arrived, each car was gifted bags filled with hand sanitizer, mini Bellissima Champagne bottles, Manhattan-themed face masks, and more to use throughout the event. The show’s

executive producer, 50 Cent, and Jeffrey Hirsch delivered speeches before the hour-long screening. Throughout the event, food and drinks, like bottle margaritas, lobster rolls, and popcorn, were safely served car-side. Guests included Christie Brinkley, Alexa Ray Joel, Candace Bushnell, and Chuck and Ellen Scarborough, among others. OCTOBER 2020 125

FOR THE US OPEN Women’s Semifinals, Ralph Lauren hosted a virtual suite night and prematch conversation between Andy Cohen and tennis legend Martina Navratilova—who both dressed in the official ball chaser uniforms designed by Ralph Lauren. “This is one of the first times that you and I can say that we’ve shown up wearing the same outfit,” joked Cohen. Dr. Erik Blutinger, an emergency medicine physician at Mount Sinai, also joined in to discuss his experience in the fight against COVID-19. More than 1,500 guests tuned in via Zoom.

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RESTAURANTS RISING UP! Just like our favorite cultural centers, NYC restaurants are making a strong comeback this fall, as creativity with outdoor dining continues to boom and the city allows restaurants to reopen