Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2020 i Palm Beach Illustrated

November is always an exciting time of year. Not only is the weather cooling a bit, but our seasonal residents arrive in droves with great anticipation for the social season. And while we have no idea what “season” will look like this year (thanks, COVID), the past few months have taught us that we can be resilient and innovative in the face of challenges. There’s much to look forward to, and be thankful for, this month. In the restaurant world, exciting openings are on the horizon, including the Palm Beach outpost of La Goulue, a personal favorite. And some beloved spots that took a few months off due to the pandemic will be back this month. I look most forward to the return of The Regional on November 6. I…

• GREG BARBOSA, Beginning Beginners: Combining STEM and the arts to help older generations become more tech- and internet-literate. • DAVID BEIL AND NANDINI JAYAPRASAD, Chik Monk: These fourth-generation sustainable coffee growers are sourcing from their Rainforest Alliance–certified family farms in Chikmagalur, India, to reshape the narrative around Indian coffee. (chikmonk.com) • DIONEL SYLVESTER, HopperFit: A one-stop shop for fitness, nutrition, and recovery resources. (hopper.fit) • SAIDA FLOREXIL, Imanyco: Creating devices, advocating, and improving communication accessibility for the hearing-loss community. (imanyco.com) • JENNIFER ACCIUS, Kärnl Moon: Forging spaces online and off for people to heal from trauma and grow spiritually. (karnlmoon.com) • RODRIGO GRIESI, Neptunya: Tapping the ocean as a source of renewable “blue energy.” (neptunya.net) • ADRIAN COLE, VoiceBlasts: Developing a social network to empower podcasters to grow their…

Deborah Shuart was born and raised outside of Manhattan, but moved to South Florida after college—she graduated from Marywood College and the Fashion Institute of Technology with a bachelor’s degree in fashion, buying, and merchandising—to work for Federated Department Stores (now Macy’s, Inc.) in Miami. Throughout the 1980s, she was a buyer of women’s apparel, but after 12 years and two babies, she struck out on her own to open Deborah James, a high-end contemporary boutique with an emphasis on trends and emerging designers from Europe and the U.S. Now with locations in North Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and Fort Lauderdale, Deborah James has evolved into a South Florida fashion authority. Shuart, who is married and has three grown children, resides in Jupiter. STYLE ICON Rick Owens IN HER MAKEUP…

Infusions are one of the best ways to enhance the aroma and flavor of spirits, but the process can often take hours or even days. Help has come from an unlikely source: the drip coffeemaker. For the past several years, mixologists have been using this technology to infuse cocktails in a matter of minutes. At III Forks in Palm Beach Gardens, a proprietary pour-over system is used to make Le Rendezvous (pictured) and Bee My Honey, which are on offer through the end of November as part of a seasonal cocktail list. “We create both cocktails tableside,” says proprietor Tommy Nevill. “Once one table orders it, everyone wants it.” Le Rendezvous is a combination of Rémy Martin VSOP, Licor 43, agave nectar, pineapple juice, and Angostura bitters. The ingredients are…

Julien Gremaud is shaking things up in the North County. The chef/owner of Avocado Grill in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach Gardens shuttered his PBG location in late August in order to usher in a new era and look for the eatery. On November 2, he’ll open Avocado Cantina, an upscale yet laid-back interpretation of a Mexican taqueria. “After a year that has been challenging in so many ways, it feels like the right time for a change,” says Gremaud. “We have done Mexican specials and nights in this location many times in the past and they are always very popular. Our concept and our food weren’t that far off, so we decided to go full force.” Although Gremaud has previously traveled to Mexico, he returned in recent months…

Those not content with a lazy Saturday morning can get their adrenaline pumping at HSD Fitness’ weekly Moshpit Flash Obstacle Challenge. Participants run, climb, carry, and traverse across the West Boca gym’s 20-plus obstacle course, which includes favorites like the rope climb, twister (a Spartan Race obstacle), and an adjustable 10-foot wall called Ursula. Participants who want to join in the action from the comfort of their home can register for the Virtual Moshpit, which uses equipment easily found around the house. A detailed instruction video and course “map” is provided after registration. (hsdfitness.com)…

You might not expect country music’s next big star to hail from Buffalo, New York, but Rhea Francani is out to surprise you. Now a performing arts teacher at Florida Atlantic University and a Boca Raton resident, Francani released her latest self-penned countrypop single in July following her debut album, Now or Never. The Columbia University–trained music educator has performed in wellknown venues across Nashville and opened for stars like Chris Janson, Maren Morris, and Big & Rich, but her classroom is her primary source of pride. “My students are very much a part of the process,” Francani says. “They actually voted for ‘I’ll Go’ to be released as the first single off my new album.” Next on the agenda? “I’ve been back in the studio recording more music, and…

North Palm Beach blogger, PR pro, and woman-abouttown Cristyle Wood Egitto can now add author to her résumé. Egitto penned a 111 Places guidebook—a popular series providing the inside scoop from longtime residents—on her own stomping grounds. 111 Places in Palm Beach That You Must Not Miss, released November 9, “is the realization of one of my biggest personal goals,” Egitto says. “I’ve been a writer my entire life, and it was my dream to be a published author.” Between her history in the area (Egitto moved here in 1992) and on-the-ground work for her blog and Instagram account, Eat Palm Beach, Egitto is a bona fide expert on all things Palm Beaches. (111places.com)…

Beauty knows no bounds—not even international borders. The uptick in the accessibility of global skin care and makeup celebrates diverse philosophies, formulations, and definitions of beauty. Spin the globe and land on these Japanese, Danish, Australian, Hungarian, and English wonders: NeogenLab RE:P. Nutrinature Ultra All-in-One Multitem that packs in the benefits of toner, essence, and emulsion ($34, neogenlab.us); Kjaer Weis lipstick in KW Red ($56, Bluemercury); Sand & Sky Australian Emu Apple Dreamy Glow Drops for lit-from-within skin ($50, Ulta); Éminence Firm acai moisturizer ($59, eminenceorganics.com); and Charlotte Tilbury Walk of No Shame Cheek to Chic blush in Berry-Rose ($40) and eyeliner in Warm Berry-Russett ($27, Sephora).…

These days, anyone with a smartphone can take a photo at a moment’s notice. But with museum collections and art fairs devoted to fine art photography, the medium is attracting serious collectors like Jaye Luntz. As a child, she grew up surrounded by the works at her parents’ gallery, the Holden Luntz Gallery on Worth Avenue. As an adult, she runs JL Modern Gallery, also on Worth, geared toward a younger clientele. PBI caught up with Luntz to get her tips for would-be photography collectors. PBI: What are the first steps in starting to collect photography? Luntz: The process usually begins by seeing an image that pulls you in emotionally. The beauty of photography is capturing a moment that actually occurred. The would-be collector has to understand that, unlike buying…

PBI: Why did you become a bartender? Fitzpatrick: I was running some billiards clubs in Manhattan, and we couldn’t serve alcohol [due to] a law left over from Prohibition. The owners lobbied to get the law changed, and I was suddenly tasked with building several bars. I was immediately fascinated with it: all the types of spirits and mixes, the different brands, and the social aspect of serving people drinks. How has the industry changed over the past 20 years? The biggest change is the growth in the required knowledge base. Years ago, you could get away with just slinging drinks and not knowing much about the ingredients. Today the world is more complex. Every state in the country has a distillery, there are literally hundreds of different labels, and…

THE LISTINGS The Palm Beach County dining scene has something for everyone, from funky burger bars and gastropubs to the glam style of iconic Palm Beach lounges. Here, find a listing of area standouts, organized by cuisine type, with descriptions, contact information, and price details for each. What the icons mean: $ Dinner entree under $10 $$ Most entrees $10-$25 $$$ Most entrees $25 or more While not all-inclusive due to space limitations, our dining listings may vary every month and are constantly updated to showcase the culinary diversity of the area. Find more information on local dining options on palmbeachillustrated.com. NOTICE TO RESTAURATEURS: The establishments listed and their descriptions are printed at the discretion of the editors of Palm Beach Illustrated. They are not a form of advertisment, nor…

Chicken noodle soup has some stiff competition when it comes to being the top panacea in a pot. While bone broth dates back thousands of years in Asian and Greek cultures, it has recently seen a huge surge in popularity due to its purported health benefits. Making bone broth involves simmering animal bones, meat, or seafood in water over an extended period of time to extract nutrients. The resultant savory liquid can act as the basis of many dishes, particularly soups, stews, and sauces. “Bone broth provides powerful nutrients your body needs to thrive, including collagen, gelatin, glucosamine, chondroitin, glutamine, and calcium,” says Hope Delong of Delray Beach–based Birthright Nutrition. “These vital nutrients are essential for gut, skin, and joint health” Using a 20-hour simmer, Birthright manufactures organic chicken and…

Kravis Center After a watershed 30-year term, during which she’s overseen 15,000 performances and 9.5 million tickets sold, Judith Mitchell is drawing the curtain on her career as CEO of the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach. The only CEO in the Kravis’ history, Mitchell was hired in 1989 to serve as development director for a yet-unbuilt performing arts center. Following its first full season in 1992, she was promoted to CEO. Today, fresh from a $40 million expansion, the Kravis Center is an integral thread of South Florida’s cultural fabric. (kravis.org) Loggerhead Marinelife Center At Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach, which has grown into one of the world’s top research, sea-turtle rehabilitation, and ocean-conservation institutions since its 1983 incorporation, Jack Lighton is shifting gears from CEO into a…

Natalie Le Clerc, general manager of The Chesterfield Hotel Palm Beach, lives in West Palm Beach, but her roots are in Thirroul, a picturesque seaside town on the southern coast of New South Wales in Australia. Le Clerc loves to travel and has visited more than 55 countries. She has spent the last 24 years living around the world—but she always makes an effort to return to this meaningful spot an hour outside Sydney. When visiting Thirroul, LeClerc stays with family, but this hospitality professional also appreciates a good hotel, especially when remaining closer to Sydney. Her top recommendations in the area include the Conrad, the Shangri-La Hotel, the Ovolo Woolloomooloo, and the Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour, which boasts the perfect view of the Harbour Bridge. When in Thirroul,…

Like most people, after the U.S. confirmed its first case of novel coronavirus on January 21, Palm Beacher Danielle Rollins began the process of adjusting to a “new normal” defined by face masks, social distancing, and self-sequestration. It wasn’t long before the fashion and interior designer and author of two entertaining tomes—including A Home for All Seasons: Gracious Living and Stylish Entertaining, released in September—was eager to reconnect, safely, with loved ones. Described as a natural-born entertainer by Veranda magazine, Rollins’ passion for hostessing materialized at an early age. She was still in preschool when she organized a tea party for her pint-sized pals using a Wedgwood tea set supplied by her grandmother, Mary Luella, a wellknown restaurateur who ran one of the best barbecue spots in Dallas. Rollins still…

In September, Lionfish, a long-awaited modern seafood restaurant, opened its doors on Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach. Operating under a commitment to sustainable seafood practices, Lionfish centers its menu around local catches, including innovative takes on its eponymous fish, which is an invasive species in South Florida waters. Other standouts range from classic rock shrimp tossed in gochujang to a light and crispy yellowfin tuna pizza topped with a truffle-mustard aioli, shaved red onions, and micro shiso. Carnivores and vegetarians will also find something to like at Lionfish, namely the sliced Wagyu or giant king oyster mushrooms cooked tableside on a hot rock. (lionfishdelray.com)…

Give fatigued skin a well-deserved hydration vacation with a HydroJelly mask. Brittany Johnston, owner of Palm Beach Facials, notes that these masks are unlike any you may have tried before. “The occlusive barrier created by the thick mask allows ingredients to better penetrate the skin, rather than be absorbed into the atmosphere,” explains Johnston. “Also, because they cover the eyes and mouth, HydroJelly masks target areas of the face that a traditional face mask is not designed to treat. Your entire face is left hydrated and glowing.” The mask is a liquid-jelly consistency when applied. After approximately 10 minutes, it becomes firm and rubber-like and is easily peeled away—revealing plump and hydrated skin. Clients at Johnston’s salon can choose from a variety of innovative HydroJelly masks, each designed to address…

When the forced economic shutdown from the coronavirus pandemic plunged the country into recession during the second quarter of 2020, many were plagued by uncomfortable recollections of the last catastrophic downturn just over a decade ago, the Great Recession of 2007 to 2009. While there are some similarities between the COVID-19 recession and the Great Recession, economist Sean Snaith, director of the Institute for Economic Forecasting at the University of Central Florida, notes that it’s the differences that are most significant. “The two are similar in the sense that both were severe contractions in the economy,” he says. “The COVID-19 recession was deeper but much shorter by comparison. Both were the deepest since the Great Depression [the longest recession on record, stretching a decade or more, beginning in 1929 with…

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