An expertly curated, luxuriously produced compendium of all things Palm Beach, Palm Beach Illustrated brings to life personalities and takes you inside the exclusive homes, parties and interests of the world’s most affluent and influential people.
November is an exciting time in Palm Beach. With the annual population swell officially upon us, this month brings a flurry of social engagements and charitable events—both harbingers of a busy season ahead. Personally, I’m looking forward to all of it, but I’m most excited about the cultural offerings on the horizon. London and New York may be hubs for avant-garde theater and galleries, but there is much to ponder in our own community. To introduce you to the local arts scene, we have dedicated the November issue to the people and events that enrich our cultural landscape. On page 76, meet six innovators who are breaking new ground in music, theater, and the visual arts. It takes passion to persevere in disciplines that require a constant pushing of the…
HEAD TO PALMBEACHILLUSTRATED. COM/NOVRECIPES FOR HARVEST RECIPES ADAPTED FROM FLORIDA’S OFFICIAL CHEF, JUSTIN TIMINERI. recipe CORN-UCOPIA Fall harvest brims with sweet corn. Pick up a few ears and try this recipe for corn-and-shrimp chowder, a southern specialty with a Florida Twist. Ingredients (Serves 4) 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 cup chopped onions 3 cups diced potatoes 3 cups fresh sweet corn kernels 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 2 sprigs of thyme 2 cups vegetable stock 2 cups whole milk 1 lb. medium Gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 dashes hot pepper sauce, or to taste Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste Ground paprika to taste In a large pot, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onions, potatoes, and corn, and sauté for three minutes. Add flour and stir until incorporated. Stir…
CATWALK FEVER WHO: LOGGERHEAD MARINELIFE CENTER WHAT: FASH BASH WHERE: THE GARDENS MALL, PALM BEACH GARDENS HIGHLIGHTS: LOCAL FASHIONISTAS AND DIGNITARIES STRUTTED THEIR STUFF FOR A CAUSE: SAVING THE SEA TURTLES. THE MALL PROVIDED THE FASHIONS, AND THE MODELS PROVIDED THE ATTITUDE DURING THIS HIGH-ENERGY FUNDRAISER. CELEBRATING THE BAYS WHO: PECONIC BAYKEEPER WHAT: ANNUAL FUNDRAISER WHERE: THE RESIDENCE OF JOAN AND GEORGE HORNIG, WATER MILL, NEW YORK HIGHLIGHTS: THE HORNIGS HOSTED 200-PLUS GUESTS FOR A PARTY TO CELEBRATE PECONIC BAYKEEPER AND TO LAUNCH HAMPTONS ENTERTAINING BY PALM BEACHER ANNIE FALK. THE BOOK’S PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE BAYKEEPER.…
From the New Horizons Pluto flyby to the announcement of NASA’s plan to put people on Mars by 2040, this has been a stellar year for astronomy. Defined as the study of stars, planets, and other objects in outer space, astronomy enchants amateurs and professionals with the joy of observing the skies. Since the 1960s, the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches has invited people from all walks of life to explore the world above them through monthly meetings and observational sessions while also explaining issues facing modern-day astronomers, namely light pollution. “The Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches exists to bring astronomy to everyone in the Palm Beaches,” says Sam Storch, a member of ASPB’s board of directors and a former astronomy professor. “Astronomy has a lot of amateurs,…
3D FLORAL Embrace the joie de vivre spirit of the resort collections with vibrant bursts of blooming flowers style notes MIXED BOUQUET: Look for statement accessories that feature multicolor flower embellishments PETAL PUSHER: Elevate the season’s must-have cropped wide-leg pant with 3D applique sandals PIN IT: Work the trend in a whimsical way by pinning updated versions of the floral brooch to a cocktail dress…
1. GEOMETRIC GLAMOUR One-of-a-kind pin/pendant with amethyst, apatite, and intarsia set in 18-karat gold, price upon request. Provident Jewelry, Jupiter (561-747-4449, providentjewelry.com) 2. CASCADING GEMS Temptations Collection necklace with pink, yellow, and orange sapphires, cabochon rubies, spinels, garnets, hessonite garnets, and diamonds set in 18-karat rose gold, price upon request. Chopard, Bal Harbour (305-868-8626, us.chopard.com) 3. BUILDING BLOCKS Deco-style drop earrings with diamonds, aquamarine, and sapphires, handcrafted in 18-karat white gold, $11,250. Hamilton Jewelers, Palm Beach Gardens (561-775-3600, hamiltonjewelers.com) 4. CAGED IN Mixed Diamond Bird Cage ring set in 18-karat gold, $14,970. Bochic, New York (212-632-1700, bochic.com) 5. ALL IN THE WRIST Dior Fine Jewelry Archi Dior Bar en Corolle Emeraude bracelet with diamonds, pink and purple sapphires, emeralds, demantoid and tsavorite garnets, and orange-pink spinels set in white gold,…