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INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS FOR 2023

In life there are constant changes, so too in the world of interior design. Trends are always shifting. The themes for 2023 seem to be: Sustainable living and health & wellness designs. There has been a move away from minimalism to individualism which has created more personalized and decorative styles. In this new, post-Covid world, there have been many changes to the way we live, both inside and outside of the home. Many of us spend much more time in the house, so people have adjusted their priorities in the way the home is used.

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With a new focus on wellness and healthy living, more attention is paid to comfort and overall well-being.

Kitchens are central to this new lifestyle and the open kitchen is an important aspect of this new trend. Most desirable are large islands that seat the family comfortably and provide lots of workspace. Upper and lower cabinets of different colors are in fashion as are stainless steel cabinetry and fixtures. To update a kitchen, a coat of paint can completely change the feel and be extremely cost effective. Lighting is also a key component, particularly if natural light is not available. A growing number of homeowners are installing led lights underneath their cabinets to illuminate the kitchen counter top.

With so many people still working at home, a designated office is often a necessity and needs to be incorporated into the design of your home. First of all, it should be comfortable and functional. It is desirable to have natural light and natural materials wherever possible. Try colors that are inspired by nature for a calming environment. For a more dramatic approach, an interesting background wall color can be useful for

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all of your zoom meetings.

Furnishings will feel more organic with the use of cotton, wool, and velvet fabrics. Of course fabric decisions can depend on the location within the home; it’s recommended that the home match its natural environment. There is still a movement toward coordinating the indoor and outdoor environments. Arches and architectural details are in as are soft edges, curved sofas, and personal pieces.

Multi-function rooms that cater to entertainment and exercise are in vogue. More people will want media rooms for movies and games as well as gyms and saunas.

Mud rooms and laundry rooms are no longer just utilitarian spaces. Today, homeowners want these spaces to coordinate with the rest of the home. Sometimes they even want to accommodate a pet with a special tub. Think about maximizing natural light throughout your home. Big open

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The focus of home design in 2023 is a calm, comfortable environment in harmony with nature that incorporates work, entertainment and relaxation spaces.

windows which bring in natural light can improve mood, focus and sleep patterns which will improve one’s health.

It looks like 2023 may bring with it the end of the white wall trend. Currently, designers are reporting

clients wanting jewel tones in blues, greens and even rust, which creates a cozier environment. This is part of the eco-friendly trend of the last few years which incorporates elements of nature. Gold will also be popular as an accent color.

It is important to revisit one’s estate planning periodically, as both circumstances and laws can change without notice. If you do not have an estate plan, it is time to create one. You probably have more assets than you think.

First of all, estate planning is an opportunity to designate who will receive your assets upon death or incapacitation. It will also allow you to designate a guardian for your children. With the advice of counsel, your plan will manage assets to minimize estate

taxes, gift taxes and any other tax issues. And most importantly, a good estate plan will avoid disagreements between heirs and probate which can be time consuming and expensive.

Begin with an assessment of all your assets, including your home and other real estate, art, collections, vehicles, and jewelry. List your checking and savings accounts, investment accounts, life insurance policies, IRA or 401 accounts and ownership interests in any businesses. Estimate the value in order to divide among your heirs.

A COMPLETE ESTATE PLAN INCLUDES SEVERAL DOCUMENTS:

POWER OF ATTORNEY

A durable power of attorney allows a person of your choosing to handle financial, legal and other matters if you are otherwise incapacitated. It remains in effect until death or revocation.

REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST

A revocable living trust is an instrument that allows the owner (grantor) of assets to establish a trust for beneficiaries with the help of a trustee. You can be your own trustee with an alternate upon death or incapacity. This document can be amended or revoked as needed. The most important aspect of a consuming and expensive probate.

MEDICAL CARE DIRECTIVE

A living will specifies your wishes for medical care. A medical power of attorney gives authority to a trusted person to make decisions if you are unable.

WILL

A will, though desirable, is not essential if you have a revocable trust. The main reason to write a will is to include assets which may not be included in one’s trust. A will is meant to simplify things. You can designate child custody and also the recipients of your most valuable possession, such as cars, jewelry or other personal items.

2023 PGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

DATESTOURNAMENT

JAN 5 - 8, 2023

JAN 12 - 15, 2023

Sentry Tournament of Champions Plantation Course at Kapalua, Kapalua, Maui, HI

Open in Hawaii Qu Waialae Country Club, Honolulu, HI

JAN 19 - 22, 2023 The American Express Pete Dye Stadium Course, La Quinta, CA

JAN 25 - 28, 2023

FEB 2 - 5, 2023

FEB 9 - 12, 2023

FEB 16 - 19, 2023

FEB 23 - 26, 2023

MAR 2 - 5, 2023

MAR 2 - 5, 2023

* Schedule subject to change

Insurance Open Torrey Pines Golf Course (South Course), San Diego, CA

Pebble Beach Pro-Am Pebble Beach Golf Links, Pebble Beach, CA

Phoenix Open TPC Scottsdale (Stadium Course), Scottsdale, AZ

The Genesis Invitational The Riviera Country Club, Pacific Palisades, CA

The Honda Classic PGA National Resort (The Champion), Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Puerto Rico Open Grand Reserve Golf Club, Rio Grande, PUR

Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge, Orlando, FL

MAR 9 - 12, 2023 THE PLAYERS Championship The Country Club of Jackson, Jackson, MS

MAR 16 - 19, 2023 Valspar Championship Innisbrook Resort (Copperhead Course), Palm Harbor, FL

MAR 22 - 26, 2023

MAR 23 - 26, 2023

MAR 30 - APR 2, 2023

APR 6 - 9, 2023

APR 13 - 16, 2023

APR 20 - 23, 2023

World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play Austin Country Club, Austin, TX

Corales Puntacana Championship

Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales Golf Course), Punta Cana, DOM

Valero Texas Open

TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course), San Antonio, TX

Masters Tournament

Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, GA

RBC Heritage Harbour Town Golf Links, Hilton Head Island, SC

Zurich Classic of New Orleans Harbour Town Golf Links, Hilton Head Island, SC

Scottie Scheffler $2,100,000

Chad Ramey $ 666,000

J.J. Spaun $1,548,000

Scottie Scheffler $2,700,000

Jordan Spieth $1,440,000

P. Cantlay/X. Schauffele $1,199,350

2023 PGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

DATESTOURNAMENT

APR 27 - 30, 2023

MAY 4 - 7, 2023

MAY 11 - 14, 2023

MAY 18 - 21, 2023

MAY 25 - 28, 2023

JUN 1 - 4, 2023

JUN 8 - 11, 2023

JUN 15 - 18, 2023

JUN 22 - 25, 2023

JUN 29 - JUL 2, 2023

JUL 6 - 9, 2023

JUL 13 - 16, 2023

JUL 13 - 16, 2023

JUL 20 - 23, 2023

JUL 20 - 23, 2023

JUL 27 - 30, 2023

AUG 3 - 6, 2023

AUG 10 - 13, 2023

AUG 17 - 20, 2023

* Schedule subject to change

DEFENDING CHAMPION

Mexico Open at Vidanta Vidanta Vallarta, Vallarta, MEX Jon Rahm $1,314,000

Wells Fargo Championship Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte, NC Max Homa $1,620,000

AT&T Byron Nelson TPC Craig Ranch, McKinney, TX

Lee $1,638,00

PGA Championship Q Oak HIll Country Club, Rochester, NY Justin Thomas $2,700,000

Charles Schwab Challenge Colonial Country Club, Fort Worth, TX Sam Burns $1,512,000

The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday Muirfield Village Golf Club, Dublin, OH Billy Horschel $2,160,000

RBC Canadian Open Oakdale Golf & Country Club, Toronto, Ontario, CAN Rory McIlroy $1,566,000

U.S. Open

The Los Angeles Country Club (North Course), Los Angeles, CA

Travelers Championship TPC River Highlands, Cromwell, CT

Rocket Mortgage Classic. Detroit Golf Club, Detroit, MI

John Deere Classic PC Deere Run, Silvis, IL

Barbasol Championship

Keene Trace Golf Club (Champions Course), Nicholasville, KY

Genesis Scottish Open The Renaissance Club, North Berwick, SCO

Barracuda Championship

Tahoe Mountain Club (Old Greenwood), Truckee, CA

The Open Championship Royal Liverpool, Hoylake, Wirral, ENG

3M Open TPC Twin Cities, Blaine, MN

Wyndham Championship

Sedgefield Country Club, Greensboro, NC

FedEx St. Jude Championship TPC Southwind, Memphis, TN

BMW Championship

Olympia Fields Country Club (North Course), Olympia Fields, IL

Matt Fitzpatrick $3,150,000

Xander Schauffele $1,494,000

Tony Finau $1,512,000

J.T. Posto $1,278,000

Trey Mullinax $666,000

Xander Schauffele $1,400,000

Chez Reavie $666,000

Cameron Smith $2,500,000

Tony Finau $1,350,000

Tom Kim $1,314,000

Will Zalatoris $2,700,000

Patrick Cantlay Patrick Cantlay

2023 LPGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

2023 LPGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE PALM BEACHES

PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.

JULY

JULY

4 | INDEPENDENCE DAY

Bye-bye DIY 4th of July! We hope to see everyone on the West Palm Beach Waterfront where we will bring back our favorite Fourth of July tradition – 4th on Flagler! For more info visit:

https://bit.ly/3mKV429

AUGUST

AUGUST 20 | SUNDAY ON THE WATERFRONT

Sunday on the Waterfront is a free family friendly concert series that takes place on the third Sunday of the each month on the West Palm Beach Waterfront. It’s a perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon in South Florida! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, friends, and family and have fun enjoying great music while taking in the natural beauty of the Intracoastal Waterway. For more info visit: https://tinyurl.com/57vy5h7x

SEPTEMBER

SEPT 1 - 3 |

ANTIQUES FESTIVAL

The West Palm Beach Antiques Festival exhibits the products such as jewelry, vintage, porcelain, pottery, china, glass, dolls, toys, furniture, art, home decor products, ceramic items and paintings and much more. Stop on by to find something new for your collection! For more info visit: wpbaf.com

SEPT 2 - 3 | SEAFOOD FEST

The festival is a seafood enthusiast’s dream come true. Rounding out this family oriented event, nautical vendors will offer unique merchandise and services, artists and craftsmen will display and sell their original works, live music will entertain on two stages all two days. Although delicious seafood will be the highlight of this festival, drinks will also be available at a full service bar to quench the thirst of patrons enjoying food, live music, rides and fun. For more info visit:

https://tinyurl.com/2ppv67xh

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE PALM BEACHES

PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.

OCTOBER

OCT 6 - 31 | FRIGHT NIGHTS

Fright Nights is the premier haunted house attraction in South Florida, bringing you bone chilling haunted houses, creepy characters, live entertainment, scare zones, and more! For more info visit: myfrightnights.com

wide, award-winning crafters. Find amazingly inspired crafts including home and holiday decor, unique gifts, jewelry, accessories, painted glass and more!

For more info visit:

https://tinyurl.com/3xb38ve3

NOVEMBER

NOV 3 - 5 | LITTLE ITALY

OCT 13 - 14 | OKTOBERFEST

Dine on authentic meals of bratwurst and schnitzel; sip imported and domestic beers, schnapps, 30 different types of liquor; and listen to entertainment by two original Oktoberfest bands direct from Germany. Enjoy family-friendly entertainment with arts and crafts, carnival and games, folk-dancing, vendor displays and souvenirs. For more info visit: oktoberfestflorida.com

Embark on a cultural journey filled with authentic Italian Culture. The Feast of Little Italy is a 3-day cultural community event celebration, culminating into a large Italian street festival. With live entertainment, delicious food and beverages, shopping, and fun for the whole family! For more info visit: feastoflittleitaly.com

NOV 12 | JERK FESTIVAL

OCT 14 - 15 |

CRAFT FAIRS

For over 30 years, we have hosted the largest craft fairs and festivals. Come visit our upcoming show for incredible items from nation-

The Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival is the biggest Caribbean Food Festival in the USA. Excite your palate and explore spicy jerk delicacies, culinary demonstrations and competitions, enjoy hot music, traditional and contemporary

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE PALM BEACHES

PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.

cultural presentations and bask in the cool vibes of this uniquely Jamaican event. Come savor the island flavor! For more info visit: jerkfestival.com

DECEMBER

DEC 2 | WINE, BEER, & SPIRITS FEST

Enjoy a session at Huizenga Plaza with your favorite local brew, exotic wine & craft spirit. Guests will enjoy beer, wine and spirit samples for the session paired with live entertainment, food and interactive games. For more info visit: floridasummerfest.com

to Jupiter. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3ooSz7u

DEC 7 - 10 | FOOD & WINE FEST

This gastronomic experience hosts an unprecedented collection of talent for this four-day foodie festival. Residents and visitors alike will savor the many culinary creations, as master chefs mix, blend and create culinary magic in an unmatched resort destination. For more info visit: pbfoodwinefest.com

JANUARY

JAN 27 - 28 | SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

DEC 2 | BOAT PARADE

Look up in the sky – not for Santa, but for fireworks, because it means the “Merry and Bright” Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade on its way! See boats decked with dancing lights, holiday adornments, and more than a few surprises as they make their way up the Intracoastal Waterway from the North Palm Beach Marina

A two-day outdoor seafood festival with everything you could ask for! Enjoy a delicious variety of seafood and tropical drinks while you browse an amazing collection of arts & craft and nautical vendors, exhibitors and artists. For more info visit: portsaintlucieseafoodfestival.com

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE PALM BEACHES

PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.

FEBRUARY

FEB TBA | PIRATE FESTIVAL

Treasure Coast Pirate Festival will feature pirate themed attractions such as a living history pirate encampment, pirate ships, costume contests, treasure hunts, live mermaids, pirate weapon demonstrations, historical reenactors, pirate artists and performers. For more info visit: treasurecoastpiratefest.com

MARCH

MARCH TBA | IRISH FEST

Come and celebrate everything Irish! Learn how to pull your own proper Guinness. Taste authentic Irish food and drinks. Listen, sing and dance to the best live Irish music around. There is so much to experience at this cultural festival. For more info visit: jupiteririshfest.com

MARCH 16 - 17 | SEAFOOD FEST

The Royal Palm Beach Seafood Festival is held in a beautiful 167-acre park with a great lawn

surrounded by water. This year we are determined to bring you only the freshest and best tasting seafood in South Florida to your plate. Our goal is to have a diverse variety of delectable seafood dishes and ice cold tasty libations for all of our guests to enjoy. For more info visit:

royalpalmbeachseafoodfestival.com

MARCH 21 - 24 | BOAT SHOW

The annual Palm Beach International Boat Show is one of the top five boat shows in the country. The event includes hundreds of Boats from 8 foot inflatables, power boats, fishing boats, center consoles, bow riders, personal watercraft to superyachts over 150’. The finest pre-owned yachts, tents full of the latest electronics and accessories, seminars and kids fishing clinics. Exotic cars, live music and fun for all. For more info visit: pbboatshow.com

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE PALM BEACHES

PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.

APRIL

APRIL TBA | JAZZ FESTIVAL

The Palm Beach International Jazz Festival is a full, one-day music event which will feature highly acclaimed, award winning jazz artists. The festival will honor the many wonderful facets of jazz including the Great American Songbook, jazz standards, Bebop, Brazilian and Latin jazz. A true feast for the ears.

For more info visit: palmbeachinternationaljazzfestival.org

MAY

MAY 3 - 5 | SUNFEST

Four days. Three stages. Countless moments to remember. Finally, the waterfront festival that has helped fans celebrate art, music and friendship for almost 40 years returns this spring! With over 50 performers, 100 artists expanding 3 blocks of the Art District, tons of art installations and food vendors, there’s something for everyone!For more info visit: sunfest.com

APRIL 6 - 7 | CAJUN CRAWFISH & MUSIC FESTIVAL

You will be able to enjoy authentic Cajun food featuring a crawfish boil, jambalaya, gumbo, shrimp po’ boys, muffuletta salad and more. We can’t wait to see you!

For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3HrEIUX

2024 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

* Schedule subject to change

19Wed, January 24, 202411:00

20Wed, January 24, 20247:30

21Thu, January 25, 202411:00

22Thu, January 25, 20247:30

23Fri, January 26, 20243:00 pm

24Sat, January 27, 20247:30 pm

25Sun, January 28, 20247:30 pm

Mixed Doubles Semi /Women’s Doubles Final / Men’s Singles Semifinal

Women’s Singles Final /Men’s Doubles Final

Mixed Doubles Final /Men’s Singles Final

2024 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

Sun, July 07, 2024

Mon, July 08, 2024

Tues, July 09, 2024

2023-24 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

AM Men's Singles Quarterfinals; Ladies’ Singles Quarterfinals

Wed, July 10, 202411:00 AM Men's Singles Quarterfinals; Ladies’ Singles Quarterfinals

Thurs,

2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

- TRAVEL TO -

If you haven’t been to Africa and are looking for an amazing experience, consider a safari. The only question is where to start, as there are many African countries with amazing national parks and various wildlife, all of which can provide a once-in-alifetime vacation. The top countries for safaris are Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa, Namibia and Botswana.

MASAI MARA

JUNE - OCTOBER

Masai Mara National Reserve is the most famous. It is known for its herds of plains’ game which include Masai lions, African leopards and Tanzanian cheetahs. The park is also home to the annual migration of zebra, gazelle and wildebeest to and from the Serengeti in Tanzania.

Lake Nakuru National Park is known for pink flamingos flocking along the shore of the lake. Also notable are the park’s white rhinos, warthogs, giraffes, zebras, hippos, ostriches and lions.

Amboseli National Park is best known for its view of Mount Kilimanjaro and over 300 species of birds. You will also see zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, lions, cheetahs, buffalo, jackals, giraffes and leopards.

Tsavo National Park, which is made up of two smaller parks, is the largest in Kenya and also the most remote. Famous for elephants playing in the Galana River, you will also find 500 species of birds and also giraffes, gazelles, lions, antelopes, impalas, hyenas and oryx.

Samburu Game Reserve is known for rare species such as Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, and the Beisa Oryx. It is also home to around 900 elephants as well as lions, leopards, cheetahs and over 450 bird species. It is also famous for Kamunyak, the lioness that adopted 6 baby oryx.

Tanzania

There are 22 national parks in Tanzania, making it difficult to decide where to go. Serengeti, which is a UNESCO world heritage site, and Ngorongoro are the largest and most popular destinations and are often toured together along with Lake Manyara National Park. You will spot the big five mammals - buffaloes, elephants, rhinos, leopards and lions as well as giraffes, zebras, hippos and 500 species of birds on your nature walk, game drive, or in a hot air balloon.

LAKE MANYARA

JUNE - OCTOBER

Lake Manyara Park was established to protect large herds of elephants and is also famous for tree-climbing lions. With its beautiful setting on the lake, it is perfect for viewing pink flamingos and over 400 species of birds.

NGORONGORO

APRIL - MAY

The Ngorongoro Conservation Centre (world heritage site) is known for the Crater which was formed when an ancient volcano exploded and collapsed on itself, creating vast plains that attracted wild life. The big five can be viewed here as well as black rhino. The Massai tribe still grazes their livestock here. Also, the Olduval Gorge is found here. This is where the Leakeys, in 1959, discovered evidence of human origins, fossilized bones, and stone tools dating back millions of years.

TRENDS FOR 2023 Health Food

Rarely do we think about what is trending in the world of food and drink, but there are organizations that study this issue constantly, including Whole Foods, Innova Market Insights and even Martha Stewart herself. The current trend seems to be towards a focus on healthier eating due to an interest in sustainable agriculture, climate change and possibly as a result of correcting those bad habits acquired during Covid lock down.

In the drink space, mocktails, or virgin cocktails, have become more and more popular for health reasons, even spawning a number of new establishments devoted exclusively to alcohol-free night life. This trend expands well beyond Shirley Temples and there is an emphasis on alcohol free cosmopolitans, margaritas, mojitos

and other more original creative drinks. As an example, Whole Foods points to yaupon, a caffeinated plant, to be brewed for tea and also used in new mocktail creations. Also growing in popularity are milk substitutes like oat, soy, almond, and even potato. They are typically lower in fat, sugar and are also cholesterol free.

In the world of foods, there has been significant and growing interest in nutrition and sustainability. We will be interested in more natural less processed foods as well as more traditional ethnic menus. Plant based foods will be a growth area as the number of vegans has increased significantly and most of us have cut down on meat consumption for health and environmental concerns. We will want more locally produced ingredients due to interest in climate change. There is actually a new word for this - glocal. Think global and eat local!

Plant based pasta made from chickpeas, cauliflower and zucchini are already popular but new ones made from hearts of palm and green

bananas are coming. And of course there is spaghetti squash which is the true vegetable pasta. Plant based meats have been available for quite some time but expect to see more plant based chicken and cheese.

Interestingly, mushrooms are of particular interest as they are actually a super-food and contain so many necessary nutrients such as vitamins B and D, potassium, and antioxidants that can reduce signs of aging. With over 400 species, there is always a new one to try and the latest trend is toward oyster and trumpet mushrooms. What makes mushrooms such a versatile substitute is they are naturally chewy, crisp up when cooked, and absorb a variety of sauces. Don’t forget the portobello, which is a great meat replacement or even king oyster mushrooms as a replacement for scallops.