Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2019 i Palm Beach Illustrated

Shawn is a 4th generation art dealer that brings decades of experience to our Worth Avenue gallery. He takes pride in helping clients whether they are building their collection or divesting of pieces they no longer desire. The gallery always has exquisite works for those with diverse and discerning tastes. Pieces include 19th & 20th century French and American Impressionism, Post Impressionism, Modernism and Contemporary works, always vetted for quality and condition. Shawn embodies Provident Fine Arts’ passion for exemplary customer service and placing beautiful art into our customers lives. Call or visit the gallery and allow Shawn to help you with all your fine art needs.…

In the Chinese zodiac, 2020 is the year of the rat. Gucci is celebrating by adorning many ready-towear pieces and accessories from its Cruise 2020 collection with a much cuddlier—and instantly recognizable—rodent: Mickey Mouse. From colorful prints to embroidered patches and jacquard motifs, the iconic Walt Disney mascot appears on everything from a Mini GG Supreme guitar case ($8,900) to a small bucket bag in cuir leather ($2,390). It all adds up to the perfect uniform for your next trip to the happiest place on earth.…

Holiday events call for a festive look. This season, it’s all about sparkling neutrals—nudes, taupes, pinks, and apricots amped up with shimmer and shine. Get your glam on with Éclat Magnétique de Chanel illuminating powder in Metal Peach ($70, Chanel); Deborah Koepper Molten Powders for cheeks and eyes in Rosy Apricot and Golden Vanilla ($40 each, Deborah Koepper, Palm Beach); Lune + Aster Destination Nudes Global Edition eye palette ($58, bluemercury.com); Christian Dior Diorific Happy 2020 glitter top coat ($29, dior.com) and lipstick in Charm ($38, Saks Fifth Avenue); and Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless all-day foundation for perfect skin ($44, Sephora).…

When it comes to holiday celebrations, John Roby Penn IV likes to showcase his personal and familial history through treasured heirlooms, black-tie attire, and old-world cuisine. Originally from Fort Worth, Texas, Roby recalls a childhood of formal dinners held amid generations-old antiques and artifacts. He and his wife, Xiomi, who grew up with more casual gatherings, recently merged their Christmas memories to orchestrate a dinner party that encapsulated both of their personalities. “The world is more casual and rough these days, but that does not mean our house has to be,” says Roby, 39. “My mother always liked having open houses at Christmas for people who had nowhere else to go. I do the same and love bringing out our heritage via home furnishings and traditional pieces to share with…

AMERICAN ANGLE The Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa’s signature restaurant features contemporary American cuisine made with locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (anglerestaurant.com) $$$ AVOCADO GRILL This small but lively resto packs flavorful Florida-Caribbean bites. 125 Datura St., West Palm Beach; 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens (avocadogrillwpb.com) $$ BUCCAN Chef Clay Conley offers a wide-ranging menu of small plates that changes with the seasons. 350 S. County Road, Palm Beach (buccanpalmbeach.com) $$ BURT AND MAX’S This beloved establishment specializes in made-from-scratch plates spread across lunch, brunch, and dinner menus. 9089 W. Atlantic Ave., Suite 100, Delray Beach (burtandmaxs.com) $$ CAFÉ CHARDONNAY Chef-owner Frank Eucalitto has augmented the menu with influences from Latin America and Asia. 4533 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (cafechardonnay.com)…

If festive fêtes leave you feeling not so merry and bright, there are a few natural hangover cures to try. Nopal cactus (prickly pear) has been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years, and a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that, when consumed before alcohol, prickly pear extract can inhibit the production of inflammation that triggers hangover symptoms. True nopal cactus water (truenopal.com) delivers intense hydration through a combination of antioxidants and electrolytes, all without added sugars, preservatives, or GMOs. Alcohol’s diuretic effects result in the loss of B vitamins and other nutrients. Bytox patches (bytox.com) were designed to replenish the body, with each patch boasting 1,000 mcg of B12 and an array of nutrients from allnatural, organic ingredients like acai and green tea extract. Essential oils…

Celebrate the holidays with the King of Camp when “A John Waters Christmas” takes over the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach December 2. Baltimore’s favorite native son gained national attention as the director of such films as Pink Flamingos, Hairspray, and Cry-Baby, cult classics that earned him the moniker of the Pope of Trash. The mustachioed maverick continued his assault on popular culture by penning numerous books including Shock Value, Carsick: John Waters Hitchhikes Across America, and Mr. Know-It-All: The Tarnished Wisdom of a Filth Elder. It was in an essay entitled Why I Love Christmas that Waters first admitted his adoration for December 25. He followed up that breakthrough with a yuletide album and a oneman show that shares his ruminations on all he finds naughty and nice…

STEM AWARDS CEREMONY WHO: South Florida Science Center and Aquarium WHAT: STEM Awards WHERE: South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach A MAGICAL NIGHT WHO: Palm Beach County Food Bank WHAT: A Magical Night to Fight Hunger WHERE: Downtown at the Gardens, Palm Beach Gardens OUT & ABOUT 1. WHO: Hoffman’s Chocolates WHAT: Ice Cream Sundae Competition WHERE: BBX Capital, Fort Lauderdale 2. WHO: Dreyfoos School of the Arts WHAT: Dreyfoos in White kickoff party WHERE: PB Catch, Palm Beach 3. WHO: Chris and Jill Gallagher WHAT: No Kid Hungry dinner WHERE: Gallagher home, Palm Beach Gardens ©2019 Palm Beach Media Group North LLC. All rights reserved. Palm Beach Illustrated [ISSN 1047-5575] [USPS #2489] is published monthly except August by Palm Beach Media Group North LLC, P.O. Box…

The holidays are my favorite time of the year. How can you not love a season that’s all about family, friends, and tradition? In our multicultural family, we blend Greek and American customs to create a unique celebration that my kids love because it involves Santa Claus visiting twice—on Christmas Eve and on New Year’s Eve. Their M.O. is to dial the big man on a “Santa phone”—making sure Mom and Dad hear—and place their requests. This year, they said, they’re willing to forgo all other gifts if Santa brings a puppy. Guess I’d better bake some extra cookies. Young West Palm Beachers Roby and Xiomi Penn have developed their own set of holiday rituals. This month’s cover subjects combine their English (his) and Scottish (hers) ancestries to celebrate in…

STYLE NOTES FROST ME: Crystal embellishments add extra sparkle to evening accessories. BALL & CHAIN: Jeweled balls make the perfect ear and hand ornaments. SHINE ON: Opt for reflective materials for the ultimate take on the trend.…

Charles Spencer, third Duke of Marlborough, must have looked out his bedroom’s bay window at the park-like grounds of Langley Park House and been overcome by the thrill of the hunt. But Langley offered more than access to 50 acres of woods rich in game and fowl. The eighteenth-century Palladian estate in Buckinghamshire, an hour’s drive from London, also had bespoke creature comforts worthy of a landed aristocrat: mosaic floors, august staircases, and marble fireplaces—20 of them. The centuries do take their toll. When City and Country Hotels Ltd. acquired the Grade II–listed house, it displayed little of its former glory. Dennis Irvine Studio stepped in with a massive renovation, during which the original mosaic floor was uncovered, the Bath-stone exterior was restored, and Doric columns and ceilings were brought…

Allegra Fanjul Garcia-Velez, a jewelry designer and lifestyle blogger at Very Allegra, knows the Dominican Republic’s Casa de Campo like the back of her hand. She was only 6 weeks old during her first trip and continues to return regularly alongside her husband, family, and friends. On the agenda of a perfect Casa de Campo day? Waking to a breakfast of local fruits followed by reading on the beach and an afternoon activity before ending with a sunset dinner. A spirited game of donkey polo—involving, yes, playing polo on donkeyback with broomsticks and a soccer ball—is always an option, one that lends itself to barrels of laughter from participants and spectators alike. “It’s a quick flight from South Florida, but a total change of pace,” says Garcia-Velez. “You can’t help…

In the 2015 indie biopic Walt Before Mickey, real-life bubbly blonde Kate Katzman transforms herself into an unassuming brunette named Lillian Disney. Katzman portrays the young wife of the fabled theme park and animation genius at the dawn of his career, requiring her to be quietly supportive of her on-screen husband. During intense conversations—on the front porch of their home, in the car, and at business meetings—the actress’ eyes reflect the heart of the scene, conveying hope, optimism, and strength. That ability to capture the subtle traits of a character, along with her stunning looks, are what caught the attention of legendary actor Burt Reynolds, who encouraged Katzman to audition for his master acting class at the Burt Reynolds Institute for Film and Theatre in North Palm Beach. “He had…

If you’re craving a partridge in a pear tree, there’s no need to wait for the 12 days of Christmas—just pop into Jupiter’s 1000 North any night of the week to sample its Partridge in a Pear Tree libation. “This holiday-inspired cocktail is a variation on a Paloma,” says lead bartender David Lovett. “I wanted to amplify the experience and make it special, and the best way to do that is to add an element of theater.” The unusual, bird-shaped stemware references a cocktail glass from The Aviary, a famed Chicago bar, but Lovett wanted something more elegant. “I looked at many bird-shaped glasses and found this one. It holds 7 ounces, but it looks smaller and more fragile than it really is.” Lovett combines Volcan De Mi Tierra tequila…

Drinking expensive Champagne can be exhilarating—so much so that it’s easy to conclude no other fizzy wine comes close. The truth is that some of the California sparklers and even a few wines from Prosecco can provide a satisfying experience. If you’re searching for a celebratory holiday bottle, consider these alternatives. Le Rêve, Domaine Carneros by Taittinger: When the Taittinger family established their California outpost in 1987, they had the wealth to purchase the best vineyards. They also had Eileen Crane. Thirty-two years later, Crane is still there as winemaker, turning out some of the best sparkling wine on either side of the Atlantic. The 2012 Le Rêve ($115) is a blanc de blancs made from Chardonnay grown on estate vineyards in the Carneros AVA. In terms of taste, it…

Entertaining can take many forms this time of year. From buttoned-up dinner parties to low-key girls’ nights in, I’ve curated everything you’ll need for holiday hosting. Let’s start with the tablescape, which has to be perfect no matter the soiree. These MacKenzie-Childs napkin rings will add a whimsical touch. Or, go a little sexier and cover the table in Baobab candles. When entertaining at home, I love to provide my guests with something cozy to slip on after the meal. For a recent ladies’ gathering, I gave each attendee a Z Supply sweatshirt, and they all said it was the nicest touch. Even if you’ve relinquished your hosting duties, be sure to bring a gift along. A bottle of wine can be boring, so I often opt for a bespoke…

Growing up on a family farm in Tuckerman, Arkansas, where the nearest neighbors—his grandparents—lived miles away, Bronson van Wyck learned the art of entertaining as a way to endure the ennui of life “in the middle of nowhere.” That early coping mechanism now sends the Yale grad all over the world—often between New York and Palm Beach—to design and produce high-end events. His recent book, Born to Party, Forced to Work: Twenty-First Century Hospitality, highlights his greatest hits and demonstrates how his personal narrative led to his current profession. When he’s not planning private parties through Van Wyck & Van Wyck or experiential corporate events via his sister company, Workshop, van Wyck busies himself by supporting Alice Waters’ Edible Schoolyard and serving on the board of The East Harlem School.…

When you hear the words, “Honey, I’m thinking of getting a new Lexus,” you could be forgiven for presuming your better half is contemplating the purchase of a shiny Lexus LS 500 sedan or a gorgeous LC sports coupe. Certainly not a 65-foot Lexus LY 650 sports yacht. The price for such an extravagance? That would be $3.7 million, or $4.7 very nicely loaded. Wait a second—a Lexus yacht? You heard right. Lexus is on a mission to evolve from an automaker into a luxury lifestyle brand. They reckon building a range of ultra-high-end yachts is one way of achieving that and have partnered with Wisconsin-based Marquis Yachts to birth a spectacular flagship. This isn’t simply an existing Marquis boat with a couple of Lexus badges glued to its superstructure.…

The head-turning, musky scent of truffles fills restaurants this time of year. Chances are, if you’re dining at local eateries that like to get liberal with these treasures, such as Renato’s or La Masseria, those truffles are coming from David Iannetta, aka the Truffle Guy. The Italian native grew up in the industry and imports the flavorful fungi from his hometown of Bojano, located in the mountains of Molise, one of the country’s top producing regions. In honor of truffle season, Iannetta shares need-to-know facts about these mysterious morsels. » The subterranean fungi grow at the roots of a variety of trees—including oak, pine, and hazelnut—in a symbiotic relationship. Soft, well-irrigated soil encourages their growth. » The weather determines truffle availability. A robust bounty requires a rainy summer, and a…

GOINGS ON 1 Christmas Tree Lighting, Flagler Museum, Palm Beach, included with museum admission; also special lecture, $10-$28, includes admission to tree lighting. (flaglermuseum.us) Pet Photos with Santa, Santa’s Enchanted Garden, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, contact for prices. (thegardensmall.com) Winter Wonderland, Hoffman’s Chocolates, Greenacres, to Dec. 30, free. (hoffmans.com/winterwonderland) Zoo Lights Wild Nights, Palm Beach Zoo, West Palm Beach, to Dec. 29, contact for ticket prices. (palmbeachzoo.org) 3 Christmas Tree Lighting, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, free. (worth-avenue.com) 4 Beyond Basel, Cornell Art Museum, Old School Square, Delray Beach, $15. (oldschoolsquare.org) Holiday Luncheon and Boutique, benefiting Opportunity Early Childhood Education & Family Center, Sailfish Club of Florida, Palm Beach, $200. (opportunitypbc.org) Holiday Soiree, benefiting Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County, Manatee Lagoon, West Palm Beach, $30. (capstratwomensforum.com) Lighthouse Sunset…