Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2020 i Palm Beach Illustrated

After six months of social distancing and collective breath-holding, September feels like a fresh start. Kids are going back to school, albeit mostly virtually. Restaurants are gearing up for Flavor month with all the requisite adjustments. The fashion industry is rolling out its fall collections. Businesses across the board are poised for a new season, whatever that will look like. The general mood is one of positivity, optimism, and strength in community. That’s the tone of our September issue, as well. This month we focus on education, which has seen some of the biggest changes since COVID-19 descended upon us last March. As a mom of young kids, I have watched teachers and educational models pivot, seemingly overnight. There were a lot of bugs to work out, and we all—parents,…

Jump-start your reading routine with these local resources: Turn your to-read pile into a girls’ night out by joining a book club. Founded by Brandy Guthrie, So Booked Up is now 40 women strong, and every new member selects a book from any genre for the group to read. The club is free to join but collects donations for local charities. (sobookedup.com) In 2018, then-12-year-old Taylor Moxey founded the Taylor Moxey Library to help improve literacy in low-income areas. Housed in a shipping container at 600 Fourth Street in West Palm Beach, the mini-library operates on the honor system and stocks a range of books for children and adults. (downtownwpb.com/taylormoxeylibrary)…

As West Palm Beach resident Ricky Aiken sees it, the circumstances you’re born into don’t have to be a life sentence. The rough streets he grew up on showed him firsthand the devastating effects of gun violence and the hard-to-break cycle of poverty, addiction, and hopelessness. “Too often, youth resort to violence because they lack the social and emotional support to realize better options,” Aiken explains. “I grew tired of losing my friends, youth, and community members to gun violence and incarceration, so I stepped up to do something about it.” He formed Inner City Innovators, an organization that provides mentoring to inner-city youth, with a rallying cry: “Real change happens when those who need it lead it.” His programs focus on leadership development, social and emotional learning, and community…

1. TICK TICK BOOM Sophie Ratner x Time’s Up necklace with diamonds set in 14-karat gold, $850, 30 percent of proceeds benefit the Time’s Up organization’s fight for gender equality. (sophieratner.com) 2. HAUTE HOWL Graziela Pawsitivity Collection dog paw rectangle pendant with diamonds set in 14-karat gold, $1,990, 30 percent of proceeds benefit one of six animal charities of the buyer’s choosing. (grazielagems.com) 3. THE POWER OF PINK Revive Charitable Jewelry Come Together hoop earrings with rose quartz stone, sterling silver, and 14-karat gold filled, $132, 10 percent of proceeds benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. (revivejewelry.com) 4. TEACHER’S PET A. Jaron Fine Jewelry golden apple ring with diamonds and a ruby set in 14-karat gold, $3,500, 15 percent of proceeds benefit Champions for Learning in Collier County. (ajaron.com) 5.…

A mainstay in West Palm Beach’s Dixie Corridor for eight years, Table 26 opened in a former 1950s gas station long before a slew of trendy restaurants began popping up on South Dixie Highway. When the pandemic threatened to thwart the neighborhood’s progress, owners Ozzie Medeiros and Eddie Schmidt were quick to pivot. Given social distancing guidelines, the duo expanded happy hour beyond just the bar, allowing guests to sample bites large and small as well as $10 cocktails, like the 26 North grapefruit martini, from any seat daily between 4 and 6:30 p.m. They’re also continuing the Summer Taste To-Go dinner for two (inclusive of a starter, two entrees, and dessert at a 26 percent discount) through September. Those who dine in are privy to a new outdoor seating…

AMERICAN 1000 NORTH The Jupiter Lighthouse serves as the backdrop to chef Jason Van Bomel’s global takes on classics. 1000 North U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (1000north.com) $$$ ANGLE The Eau Palm Beach’s signature restaurant highlights sustainable ingredients. 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (anglerestaurant.com) $$$ AVOCADO GRILL This lively resto packs flavorful Florida-Caribbean bites. 125 Datura St., West Palm Beach; 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens (avocadogrillwpb.com) $$ BUCCAN Chef Clay Conley presents an enticing menu of small plates that changes with the seasons. 350 S. County Road, Palm Beach (buccanpalmbeach.com) $$ CITY CELLAR WINE BAR & GRILL Offering dry-aged steaks, fresh pasta, seafood, and more. 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (citycellarwpb.com) $$ THE COOPER Showcasing innovative takes on classics from pasta to cocktails. 4610 PGA Blvd.,…

Interior designer Lorraine Rogers-Bolton and senior designer Amanda Wyant Binns of Rogers Design Group did their homework before employing a Francophile approach for this Palm Beach Gardens home. Responding to the owners’ desire for a Parisian loft vibe, the duo studied numer - ous New York City hotels and restaurants that also embraced a French sensibility. The resultant kitchen mixes styles and finishes, marrying brass, bronze, and stainless steel with charcoal wood and timeless details like a library ladder. The mar - ble slabs, with their ideal balance of white, gray, and caramel, were strategically positioned so the direction of the veining provides maxi - mum impact. “The drama of the bookmatched slab on the backsplash and continuation of the veining across the island is so bold that it really…

JUST DANCE The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County’s jam-packed Virtual Summer Performing Arts Series will continue in September with another visit from Jill and Rich Switzer and their band September 5, this time to perform selections from the Great American Songbook. The “Cheek to Cheek” livestream concert will also include a performance by ballroom dancers Angela Manfredi and Sasha Chudin. The rhythm continues on September 12 with “Art Shift: An Evening of Dance,” a livestream showcase of the phenomenal local dance community. The event will feature choreography by Libby Faber, Demetrius Klein, Donna Goffredo Murray, Anna Nunes, and Ericka Squire. (palmbeachculture.com) TRUE STORY l ONESSIMO FINE ART WILL KICK OFF SEPTEMBER WITH A VIRTUAL SHOW OF MIXED-MEDIA ARTIST KARIM GHIDINELLI’S VIBRANT OIL-ON-STEEL WORKS VIA ARTSY.NET. THE ITALIAN ARTIST’S CAPTIVATING…

Resource Depot’s position as an anchor of Industry Alley—a cluster of warehouses repurposed to serve the West Palm Beach design community—is fitting, as its focus is “turning waste into wonder.” By collecting and redistributing discarded items, the nonprofit supports the arts and keeps thousands of pounds of material out of landfills. Since its founding in 1999, Resource Depot has upheld a mission to encourage consumers to share, donate, or repurpose. In addition to its reusable marketplace, it hosts classes on making recycled art, from cupcakes to flowers and more. Recently, Resource Depot brought its offerings online. “We developed robust virtual resources—videos, lesson plans, suggestions for being green—and people suddenly had to decide what was essential, which dovetails nicely with our ENF campaign,” explains executive director Jennifer O’Brien. The “ENF is…

Accentuate sun-kissed skin and enhance your inner glow with minimal makeup picks in universally flattering shades: La Prairie Skin Caviar Perfect Concealer ($180, Saks Fifth Avenue); Lancôme L’Absolu Mademoiselle lip balm in Bouncy Beige ($26, Sephora); Deborah Koepper mineral eyeshadow ($20) and The Nudes lip gloss in Glossamer ($35, Deborah Koepper Beauty, Palm Beach); Lancôme UV Expert Mineral CC cream ($39, Nordstrom); Nails Inc. Keep It Tonal nail polish set in Beech Gardens and Mansion House Street ($22, Chamomile Street and French Ordinary Court not shown, Sephora); and Crunchi eyeshadow in Curiosity ($24) and Lush lip gloss in Summer Nights ($28, crunchi.com).…

PBI: You’ve worked to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion at some of the top independent schools in the U.S. before moving to South Florida to join Oxbridge Academy. What’s your why? Portlock: The old paradigm of “fitting in” was set up 20 or so years ago—and persists even now to some extent. I like to help students understand their own identities enough that they develop a sense of belonging, instead of trying to fit in. Belonging means you don’t compromise who you are. You can actually be who you are within the school community. I’m passionate about teaching kids how to love themselves. For me, that centers around how social identities—age, race, religion, gender, socioeconomics, ability, et cetera—are incorporated into a student’s understanding of themselves. Having that deeper understanding of…

In 2017 Tim Lipman opened The Parched Pig as an annex to his popular Coolinary Café in Palm Beach Gardens. Katy Galluccio came on board as bar manager six months later and has created a succession of arresting and delicious craft cocktails. Here, Galluccio shares details about her creative process and The Parched Pig’s newest venture. (thecoolpig.com) PBI: Why did you become a mixologist? Galluccio: I started working in restaurants at 15 and stuck with it to make some extra money in college. I graduated with a degree in exercise science and worked as a personal trainer, but I kept coming back to hospitality. I’m attracted to the creativity of it; there’s always something new and interesting, and it never gets stale. It’s a completely different world compared to 10…

Trinnette Morris grew up in a culinary family. Her father was head chef at the former Harvest House at the Palm Beach Mall, and she helped out in her parents’ catering business as a child. After training as a teacher and working as an assistant principal, she came back to the food world with a mission: to educate minority communities about the importance of healthy eating. This desire led her to open a private chef business in 2011. That venture morphed into Trindy Gourmet, a specialty catering service, and paved the way for her gourmet breakfast café on Spruce Avenue in the historic Northwest District of West Palm Beach in 2015. She was recognized as the Black Chamber Small Business of the Year in 2016 and opened her second location…

There’s never been a better time to put your money where your mouth is, so back up those calls for equality and visibility by supporting Black-owned businesses and Black creators in our community. In addition to running a Riviera Beach–based charity called Suits for Seniors, which empowers local youth to take charge of their future, Jervonte “Tae” Edmonds is also the author of Adventures of the Rich and Famous. This children’s book aims to open minds through lessons about dreaming big and believing in yourself. Follow up story hour with a visit to Café Sweets Bakery, a Southern-style sweet spot in downtown West Palm Beach. When it comes to e-commerce, I’m filling up my cart with everything from La Botica’s handcrafted vegan candles to top-quality olive oils by EXAU. Husband-and-wife…

After teaching on both ends of the socioeconomic spectrum, Christine Sylvain noticed a troubling disparity: When it came to college preparation outside the classroom, “the contrast was stark,” she says. Higher-income students had tutors and experts helping them apply to college and obtain internships and enrichment opportunities; bright, hard-working students from less privileged backgrounds were starved for guidance. Moreover, Sylvain soon realized that by offering college counseling and SAT prep for top dollar—thereby helping wealthy students earn scholarships and get accepted to elite schools—she was part of the problem. “I was directly contributing to the increasing wealth gap in our country,” Sylvain explains. She switched gears and launched Path to College, a three-year leadership and careerdevelopment curriculum comprising financial literacy, speed interviewing, civic engagement, application guidance, social and emotional support…

Natasha Rawding was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, but after 23 years here, she considers Palm Beach her adopted hometown. She met her husband, Jason, a fellow Palm Beacher, during a stint in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she worked as a marketing director in what she calls “the not-so-glam world of vending machines.” Toy poodles in tow, the couple soon relocated to Monaco. While there, Rawding enrolled in pâtisserie school, which led to an unexpected career move when she opened Le Macaron at Rosemary Square. When she’s not making macarons, Rawding is active with the Junior League of the Palm Beaches and supports the Preservation Foundation, Planned Parenthood, the Norton Museum of Art, and the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium. The Rawdings live in a flat-above-a-shop on Worth Avenue and…

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.…

COTTAGE GARDEN TEAS Sisters Carolyn Dwyer and Joanne Polacek grew up with a British grandmother who “tipped the [tea] pot all day long.” While they originally considered opening a tearoom, the idea morphed into sourcing and blending teas. The pair began studying under tea masters, reading up on the medicinal benefits of herbs, and attending tea conventions as they learned to mix their own sips. They now offer more than 120 blends including the Blueberry Fusion (pictured), a marriage of white and green teas with flavors of blueberries, hibiscus, and more. Visit them at their shop at the Wellington Mall or order online. (cottagegardenteas.com) BRUCE’S GHOST PEPPERZ A devotee of all things spicy, Bruce Ollis began growing peppers and making his own hot sauce as a hobby. As his sauce’s…