Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2020 i Palm Beach Illustrated

Toes in the sand and a line in the water: That pretty much sums up Key Largo’s personality. The laid-back island, northernmost in the Florida Keys chain, is a destination for diving, fishing, and boating—not to mention imbibing, preferably beneath the thatched roof of a chickee hut. Peel off the Monday-Friday clothes, leave the cares at home, and claim a slice of the “long key” for an attitude-adjusting weekend. STAY For families needing a little more space and privacy than a typical hotel room provides, the newly constructed Dolphin Point Villas (dolphinpointvillas.com) feel more like a well-appointed vacation home. The villas, ranging from one to five bedrooms, are open and breezy with soaring ceilings, contemporary West Indies furnishings, full kitchens, and indoor/outdoor living areas. The prime property of the group…

“They’re tearing down history all over the country, and I think it’s important to preserve it for future generations. Children need to learn that they have a part in conserving the world.”—KIT PANNILL On a sparkling afternoon in Palm Beach, a group of elegantly dressed women gathers in Bradley Park. They’ve come to the recently renovated space to have their photos taken and reminisce about the Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach’s four decades of success in protecting and promoting the culture and architecture of the small town with a big history. The 4.5-acre park at the base of the Flagler Memorial Bridge anchors the historic main street and was once the location of Colonel E.R. Bradley’s Beach Club and residence. The $2.7 million beautification project, completed in 2017, will be…

While exploring the famous Tsukiji fish market in Japan, restaurant developers Lee Goldberg and Taylor Levy stumbled upon an unexpected treat: kakigoōri, or “shaved ice.” During the summer in Japan, foodies line up for a refreshing taste of the finely shaved ice crystals—delicate as a flower petal and fluffy in texture—piled high and flavored with syrups and other toppings. One of the country’s best-kept secrets, this delicacy originated in the tenth century when ice caves were discovered in Mount Fuji. Since ice was a luxury at the time, only royalty enjoyed kakigoōri¯ until refrigeration became commonplace. Determined to introduce local diners to this and other Asian staples, Goldberg and Levy launched Kasai & Koori, which translates to “fire and ice.” The dessert bar’s kakigoōri selections range from authentic renditions…

The Miami-Palm Beach culinary connection stands to grow even stronger this season. Following a splashy debut last year, the South Beach Wine & Food Festival will return to the Palm Beaches. This time, two of the area’s biggest culinary powerhouses will each mount a dinner to satisfy area foodies. On February 21, Mauro Colagreco, the chef at the helm of the three-Michelin-starred Mirazur, named the 2019 Best Restaurant in the World, will host a feast at Florie’s inside the Four Seasons. On February 20, chef Clay Conley, domestic queen Martha Stewart, and chef Katie Button of Cúrate in Asheville, North Carolina, will join forces for a gathering at Buccan in Palm Beach. Stewart, who counts Buccan among her favorite restaurants in Palm Beach County, will soon have another South Florida…

Audrey Gruss has dedicated her life to philanthropy, but her latest mission carries the highest expectation for a return because it’s the closest to her heart. Named in honor of her late mother, the Hope for Depression Research Foundation aims to bring various researchers together to uncover the origins of the disease and, ultimately, find a cure. Gruss’ mother suffered most of her adult life from the debilitating illness. She established the foundation a year after her mother’s death in 2005, and today she can readily cite both its tangible and intangible results. The foundation, which has offices in Palm Beach and New York, supports scientific studies on depression and related mood and emotional disorders through $5 million in annual grants as well as 100 percent of the net profits…

PROVIDENT JEWELRY HOLIDAY PARTY WHO: Provident Jewelry WHAT: Annual Holiday Party WHERE: Provident Jewelry, Jupiter PALM BEACH COUNTY FOOD BANK WHO: Palm Beach County Food Bank WHAT: Fourth Annual Empty Bowls Delray Beach Kickoff WHERE: Cornell Art Museum, Delray Beach OXBRIDGE ACADEMY CLASSIC WHO: Oxbridge Academy WHAT: Annual Golf Classic WHERE: The Breakers, Palm Beach SUGAR PLUM DREAMS BRUNCH WHO: Quantum House WHAT: Sugar Plum Dreams Brunch WHERE: The Club at Admirals Cove, Jupiter EXECUTIVE WOMEN FALL LUNCHEON WHO: Executive Women of the Palm Beaches Foundation WHAT: Annual Fall Luncheon WHERE: West Palm Beach Marriott, West Palm Beach LELA ROSE FOR THE PROMISE FUND WHO: The Promise Fund of Florida WHAT: Lela Rose Fashion Show WHERE: Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach…

SCULPTURE IN MOTION WHO: Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens WHAT: Sculpture in Motion: The Art of Pre -and Post-War Automobiles WHERE: Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: Guests toured the gardens and the rare automobiles on display at this third annual event. KIPS BAY KICKOFF CELEBRATION WHO: Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County WHAT: Pre-Renovation Party WHERE: 260 Palmetto Lane, West Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: More than 200 design enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the opening of the third annual Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach. OLD BAGS COMMITTEE LUNCHEON WHO: Center for Family Services WHAT: Old Bags committee kickoff luncheon WHERE: Bistro Chez Jean-Pierre, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: In preparation for the Old Bags Luncheon, committee members dined in support of the organization’s mental health initiatives. POLICEMEN’S AND…

GIVE-BACK GOODS THESE PURCHASES DO DOUBLE DUTY TO DO GOOD WITH YOUR DOLLARS MISSION POSSIBLE Locally organized efforts work to preserve our area’s natural resources · Boca Raton start-up StrawFish provides a one-stop shop for biodegradable consumables to help businesses transition to single use plastic alternatives. (strawfish.co) · Delray Beach nonprofit Community Greening is on a mission to create sustainable urban green spaces by planting trees; they’ve planted more than 3,000 since 2016. (communitygreening.org) · To bring awareness to the impact of Lake Okeechobee discharges on the St. Lucie River and Indian River Lagoon estuary, trek alongside a 37-mile flow of water from the Port Mayaca Locks to the St. Lucie River. The 2020 Run the Toxic Trail 37-Mile Awareness Run is set for June 27. (runsignup.com) · Friends of…

STYLE NOTES AU NATUREL: Wear the trend in a neutral color palette of tan and black. HEAD TO TOE: For maximum impact, incorporate raffia textures from top to bottom. KEEP IT CHIC: Opt for classic styles like a shoulder handbag and flat slides.…

Savvy travelers who want more than the safari standard for their next African adventure, pay close attention. The natural splendor of Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park—and its excess of wildlife and breathtaking riverine landscapes—easily rivals that of more famous parklands such as the Serengeti and Kruger. Yet, unlike its peers, South Luangwa promises a safari that branches beyond riveting game drives, prizeworthy photography, and epic sundowners. The game changer here are action-packed walking safaris that invite you to become one with Africa’s vast animal kingdom. As the original birthplace of the walking safari, South Luangwa has had more than 50 years to test the boundaries of man versus nature and perfect this highly ambitious activity. Now a days, this region is hands down the continent’s top spot to safely and…

Palm Beach Gardens continues to gain culinary clout with the opening of Scusi Trattoria, a concept from chef Laurent Tourondel, known for his BLT restaurants and addictive Gruyère popovers. Located inside the former Vic & Angelo’s space in PGA Commons, Scusi’s coastal interior—marked by a whitewashed palette dotted with blues and citrus hues—transports diners to a sun-drenched café in Capri. The menu, inspired by the Sunday suppers the French restaurateur used to share with his Italian grandmother, forwards the oceanfront vibe. Think lighter plates that evoke images of the Mediterranean seaside, such as a bright zucchini salad with almonds or octopus ’nduja with a spicy aioli. A wood-burning oven imparts a subtle smokiness to dishes like branzino al limone, fileted over spinach and mushrooms, and charred cauliflower dusted with pecorino.…

California may receive the most attention among American wine drinkers, but savvy oenophiles know that Washington state is one of the most compelling wine regions in the world. Although vines were planted in Washington as early as 1925, the area didn’t blossom until the second half of the twentieth century. The state’s oldest winery, Chateau Ste. Michelle, was founded in 1954. Then, in the late 1970s, Columbia Winery, under the direction of David Lake, planted the first Cabernet Franc, Pinot Gris, and Syrah. Today the state ranks second to California in production, and its 1,000-plus wineries are mostly concentrated in Walla Walla and the Columbia and Yakima valleys. Here, we highlight a few standouts. Quilceda Creek: The nephew of legendary California winemaker André Tchelistcheff, Alex Golitzin spent his summers visiting…

Soaps in the shape of cupcakes or crystals may dazzle with physical beauty, but Scott Spell believes it’s what’s on the inside that really counts. As the founder and soapmaker behind Soap Spells, he creates soaps that address specific skin issues by using unique blends of natural plant oils and extracts. “Simply put, we are formulators, not decorators,” says Spell, who lives in West Palm Beach. “Our focus is on the outcome of the soap on the skin. We use complex natural blends that deliver gentle cleansing, hydration, emollients, and nutrition for specific skin types.” Spell’s passion was born 10 years ago when he created a soap to help a friend suffering from severely dry skin that resulted from medication. Spell continued to formulate new blends and now offers nine…

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During the month of love, show affection to companies that call the Palm Beaches home. The county is rich in entrepreneurs and artisans who not only create great products, but also give back. For example, Palm Beach jewelry designer Stephanie Kantis devotes a portion of her proceeds to helping the environment through her foundation, Kantis Cares. Companies like locally based Lady Jetset are cutting down on clothing waste by allowing users to rent fashionable pieces instead of purchasing them for a one-time use. I’m also spreading my February adoration across new boutiques, such as LoveShackFancy and Lola Dré, which carries designers including Alexandre Birman. My skin gets some love thanks to cult-favorite collection Zo Skin Health, available at the North Palm Beach spa Wellness Jar. Finally, I’m rounding out my…

Self-taught Austrian artist Helmut Koller was first drawn to Palm Beach by its lack of winter, but the palm studded beauty and sophisticated residents soon made him feel at home. Our tropical habitat helps inspire his playful creativity and use of vivid hues. Created in his own style, dubbed Kollerism, Koller’s work comprises a realistic representation of form paired with abstraction of colors. His usual subjects are animals, especially big cats and other species you might spot on safari. “Animals are not really a theme for pop art,” Koller shares, “but there is this play of beauty and danger.” Painstakingly detailed yet splashed with a fantasy of colors, Koller’s art demonstrates both expert skill and unbridled inventiveness—hallmarks of a master. “If I have an exhibition and people look at the…

An animated reading of Moby-Dick in his high school classroom set up Milton Maltz’s first career as a radio actor. His time spent behind the microphone and penning his own programs sealed the beginning of a long love affair with theater and broadcasting, which eventually led him to the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. Following a successful stint as owners of radio and television stations, Milton and his wife, Tamar, resuscitated the former play-house along with a group of theater lovers. After renovations, it reopened as the Maltz Jupiter Theatre in 2004. But the Maltzes’ support didn’t end there. The Palm Beach Gardens residents provided $7 million for the theater’s endowment in 2012. Then last year, they announced a $5 million matching grant for the theater’s $32 million planned expansion. Combined, the…

While in Zambia, keep the adrenaline pumping with thrill-seeking excursions across Victoria Falls. First, unwind from the bush at The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara. The colonial-inspired property shoulders the island-studded Zambezi River and takes full advantage of the sweeping views by way of room design—each has a river-facing veranda—and well-positioned public areas like waterfront spa pavilions and restaurant Kubu. Since this luxury hotel is actually located within Mosioa-Tunya National Park, don’t be surprised to wake up to giraffes, impala, and vervet monkeys at your doorstep or zebras grazing near the swimming pool. Next, let the hotel organize all activities to consummate your Victoria Falls high. Be bold and venture to the razor’s edge of the falls for a dip in Devil’s Pool, a natural pool on…

POWER FILE PRICE: FROM $72,045 ENGINE: 2.0-LITER TURBO/SUPERCHARGED FOUR-CYLINDER POWER: 415 HP TORQUE: 494 LB-FT TRANSMISSION: 8-SPEED AUTOMATIC 0-60: 4.9 SECONDS TOP SPEED: 140 MPH LENGTH/WIDTH: 185/76 INCHES WEIGHT: 4,750 POUNDS WHY WE LOVE IT: BECAUSE IN TRUE VOLVO STYLE, IT DARES TO BE DIFFERENT. You should never sit next to someone at a dinner party who’s just bought a new Volvo XC60 T8 E-AWD Polestar. Before the soup arrives, they won’t be able to resist explaining—in agonizing detail—how this cool compact SUV comes with NASA-like technology and true Swedish delights. Like how it’s powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that’s turbo charged and supercharged. Or how it’s also a plug-in hybrid that can whirr along for 17 miles on electric power alone. And that when the gas and electric…

Sleek design and cheerful elements intersect in this beach house set in Vero Beach’s Windsor community. Tasked with creating a vibe that spoke both to the home’s intended use as a seasonal gathering space and the spirit of its Toronto-based owners, designer Christine Pokorney of The Associates Studio consulted with them on everything from artwork to building materials. “The key to doing tropical homes is complete design integration: architecture, interior architecture, interiors, and landscape,” says Pokorney. “As the sister studio to the architect, Clemens Bruns Schaub Architect & Associates, we handled all aspects. We worked closely with the client to select materials that stand the test of time in the tropics—limestone, bronze, white oak, and marble—and to lay out spaces to suit the client’s lifestyle.” Since the owners did not…

After a stressful day, some choose to unwind by running a bubble bath. Others opt for sound baths, an ancient practice that “bathes” participants in an immersion of sounds and vibrations produced by striking singing bowls. Adopted as a meditation and relaxation technique, sound baths have been known to relieve tension and reduce fatigue and depressed moods. “Sound therapy is all about energy, frequency, and vibration,” says local meditation teacher Anthony Profeta. “The vibrations within sound are proven to change brain waves from ‘beta,’ which occur when we are active and thinking, to ‘alpha,’ the waves present when one is resting or in a relaxed meditative state. This process is known as sympathetic resonance.” Profeta, who looks at meditation from a health and wellness perspective rather than as just a…

Paddle addicts, prepare for the Palm Beaches’ liveliest SUP sesh at the fifth annual Palm Beach Paddlefest, held February 8 at Harbourside Place in Jupiter. Originally intended as an expo for paddle businesses in and around Palm Beach County, Paddlefest has evolved into one of the premier paddle races in South Florida. Participants in the 2-mile and 6-mile races battle it out for fun and cash prizes, and pintsized paddlers are encouraged to join in the festivities with a kids’ SUP race that offers medals for all who participate. The festival also presents fun family activities throughout the day including guided kayak tours. No board? No problem. Arrive early to rent one of a limited number of SUPs available from Blueline Surf and Paddle. Preregistration is $50 for the 6-mile…

GOINGS ON 1 Art Palm Beach, Palm Beach County Convention Center, West Palm Beach, to Feb. 3, contact for ticket prices. (nextlevelfairs.com) Boca Raton Museum Art Festival, Mizner Park, Boca Raton, also Feb. 2, free. (bocamuseum.org) Corvette Car Show, Rosemary Square, West Palm Beach, free. (rosemarysquarewpb.com) Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach, 260 Palmetto Lane, West Palm Beach, to March 1, $35. (kipsbaydecoratorshowhouse.org/palmbeach) South Florida Fair, South Florida Fairgrounds, West Palm Beach, also Feb. 2, $8-$40. (southfloridafair.com) Wine Down for Wellness, Grandview Public Market, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (grandviewpublic.com) 3 Culture & Cocktails: Preserving Precious Treasures, The Colony, Palm Beach, $75-$125. (palmbeachculture.com) Miss Palm Beach Pride Pageant, Lake Worth Playhouse, $15-$20. (lakeworthplayhouse.org) 4 Art Insights, Boca Raton Museum of Art, also Feb. 11, 18, and 25,…