Innholdsfortegnelse for May 2021 i Palm Beach Illustrated

There’s perhaps never been a better welcome to Palm Beach than the one awaiting new arrivals at Good Samaritan Medical Center. This spring, just in time for Mother’s Day, the hospital partnered with the island’s most iconic resort wear brand to create birthing suites and a family waiting room decked out in a Lilly Pulitzer theme. Think: hand-painted murals, bedding and window coverings in signature Pulitzer prints, and a matching Lilly Pulitzer swaddle set for mother and baby. Additional features include concierge service, waterfront views, and a VIP food and beverage menu to elevate the experience for the whole family. The suites cost $750 per night with a maximum two-night charge. They are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be booked by calling 561-650-6386. (goodsamaritanmc.com)…

In the spirit of renewal, the West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency’s various revitalization projects in the Historic Northwest District will premiere this year. The cornerstone of the CRA’s work in the area is the multimillion-dollar revival of the Sunset Lounge, a jazz landmark that dates to 1925. During the racially segregated Jim Crow era, the Sunset Lounge belonged to the Chitlin’ Circuit—venues where African American entertainers could perform safely—and drew notable acts like Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong. Over the years, the hot spot fell into disuse and became a relic. The project aims to honor and restore the club’s musical roots, reawakening it for a new era in both music and racial relations. Once complete this summer, the renovated lounge will include a complete rehabilitation of the existing…

DISCOVER THE RENEWED MAUNA LANI, AUBERGE RESORTS COLLECTION Following a $200-million renovation and rebranding, the grand dame of the Big Island, Mauna Lani, re-emerges as the latest addition to the Auberge Resorts Collection. Cast across 32 coastal acres in Kalahuipua'a, a sacred space of wide beaches, fishponds, and lush gardens once reserved for Hawaiian royalty, the reimagined resort exudes an understated contemporary style that heightens the splendor of its historysteeped grounds and builds upon its former open-air design. The resort wows at first sight. A linear entrance framed by elaborate wood paneling and whimsical sofa swings leads to a design-forward six-story atrium. At the base shines a single reflection pond, artistically embellished with palm trees, wood slats, and hand-carved outrigger canoes. Vegetation cloaks eco-chic nooks kitted out with sectionals and…

Forget that this curvy, sinewy-bodied Karma is a plug-in hybrid. Or that there’s a fully electric version around the corner. Or that its dashboard can be made from timber salvaged from California wildfires. No, what will have your head rotating like the gal in The Exorcist is the car’s breathtaking shape. The most beautiful vehicle in the world? This is surely one of them. Maybe it’s all those rollercoaster swoops and sweeps over the giant 22-inch wheels. Or that raked-back windshield or ski-slope-like rear screen. Or the way the body looks like it’s been stretched like a dollop of Play-Doh. Remember, this is a car that’s almost as long as a BMW 7 Series but as low as a Porsche 911. Gaze at it in profile and it resembles a…

Ralph and Laura Lewis, the third-generation owners of Okeechobee Steakhouse, are penning a new chapter of their culinary legacy with Okeechobee Prime Seafood. Plans for this venture have been in the works for some time, but Ralph notes that the pandemic prompted action. With COVID flattening their catering business, the Lewises decided to transform their event hall into a seafood restaurant. The space, which opened in March, now features a 138-seat dining room plus a 48-seat covered terrace known as The Barn. “Our hope is to give our patrons a one-of-akind, elevated seafood dining experience,” says Ralph. “Providing an opportunity to enjoy impeccably sourced and prepared seafood, combined with the legendary hospitality the Okeechobee Steakhouse family is known for, will set us apart.” Regional seafood takes center stage, with Ralph…

While other berries may be headliners on produce shelves, goji berries are rising stars that are earning accolades for their health benefits. Also known as wolfberries, goji berries grow on a shrub native to China and have been used for centuries by those looking for a fountain of youth. In addition to being a good source of protein, fiber, and iron, gojis (which can be eaten raw, freeze-dried into a powder, or consumed as juice) are also rich in vitamins C and A. Better availability in recent years has led to a growing fan base and greater popularity in both diets and beauty products. Touted aesthetic benefits include the promotion of collagen, elastin, and hydration, and a reduction in hyperpigmentation. It is important to note that goji berries can interact…

Ever catch a glimpse of yourself in a mirror and notice that you’re slouching? Worried that your balance problems will lead to a fall? Posture and balance issues are not reserved for older individuals and they can have far-reaching health implications. Good posture is actually a type of fitness. The muscles of your body are supporting your skeleton in a way that is efficient and stable. However, many factors can impede that ideal support structure. Some of these include pain or past injury, genetics, extra weight, or inactivity. Technology addiction can also be to blame. Sitting at a computer, using a tablet or smart phone, or slouching on the couch while watching TV for extended periods of time can cause you to stoop or bring your shoulders forward. There’s also…

The Pavilion at Old School Square in Delray Beach will be the scene for many open-air events this month. The entertainment kicks off on a comedic note when Kevin Smith stops by May 7. During an evening of Q&Ameets-standup, the filmmaker will discuss his journey from screen to podcasting and everything in between. Return to the Pavilion May 15 to catch famed guitarist Tommy Emmanuel. Then, St. Paul & the Broken Bones will bring the funk May 21. The eight-man Birmingham band will be joined by The Ries Brothers of Clearwater to keep the rock and blues alive all night. Round out the month with Martin Sexton May 27 and an “I Want My ’90s Back” musical showcase starring Palm Beach County’s own Vanilla Ice May 28. Always an independent…

YOUTH OF THE YEAR DINNER WHO: Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County WHAT: Seventh Annual Youth of the Year Dinner WHERE: Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, Manalapan HIGHLIGHTS: Exceptional students from across Palm Beach County were recognized, with seven receiving four-year scholarships to college. LIVING WITH IVEY FETE WHO: Palm Beach Illustrated and Le Bilboquet WHAT: Lunch in honor of Ivey Leidy WHERE: Le Bilboquet, Palm Beach HIGH-LIGHTS: Friends gathered at the local eatery to celebrate the launch of Leidy’s new PBI column, Living with Ivey, where the wellness maven will share health tips and insights with readers. CHS LEGACY LUNCHEON WHO: Children’s Home Society of Florida WHAT: Legacy Luncheon WHERE: The Brazilian Court, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: The annual luncheon honored the organization’s Legacy Circle members’ philanthropic dedication…

West Palm Beach is layered with distinctive neighborhoods, but the latest to make its mark is the Norton Dining and Design District, or the Norton District for short. A project initiated by the Dixie Business Association, the Norton District represents businesses along South Dixie Highway between Okeechobee Boulevard and Belvedere Road, including the Norton Museum of Art, Hive, and Dixie Dining Corridor restaurants such as Table 26 and Civil Society Brewing. As part of an ongoing branding campaign, with a website soon to come, banners highlighting the designation (using the Norton Museum’s colors and font for the sake of cohesiveness) were recently installed along South Dixie Highway.…

If sumptuous luxury is the heart of the Faena Hotel Miami Beach, then art is its soul. Faena’s reverence for all things artistic is evident in its entry lobby—affectionately dubbed The Cathedral—which is decked in gold-leaf columns and lush murals by Argentine artist Juan Gatti. Glass doors tease the sight of the hotel’s most coveted art piece: Damien Hirst’s Gone but Not Forgotten, a nearly 10-foot-tall woolly mammoth skeleton gilded in 24-karat gold and encased in an enormous glass vitrine. The installation represents Faena’s penchant for the showstopping and its larger-than-life aura. This sensibility continues in the chandelier-topped Faena Theater, currently home to Tryst: A Lovers’ Rendezvous. This original show marks the return of live performances to the opulent space reminiscent of European opera houses with an edge. The production…

The ghost of Don Aronow must be smiling at the awe-inspiring sight of Formula Boats’ newest flagship, the 53-foot 500 Super Sport Crossover, spearing across the water at an insane 60-plus mph. Prior to creating such iconic brands as Donzi, Cigarette, and Magnum out of his gritty Thunderboat Row factory on 188th Street in North Miami, Aronow—the undisputed king of go-fast boats—founded Formula Marine in 1962. He sold the company two years later, but not before his groundbreaking 23-foot needle-nosed Formula 233 had dominated the Florida powerboat circuit, winning the grueling Miami-Nassau and Miami-Bimini offshore races. Aronow lived and breathed high horsepower, so the mere sight of this new $2.8 million Formula 500 SSC would have had him salivating. That’s because hanging off the back of this sleek, stylish, XXL-sized…

The path to healthy eating and achieving your ideal weight may involve simply trusting your instincts. The concept of intuitive eating came to prominence in the mid-1990s, when registered dieticians Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch coined the term and outlined 10 principles for incorporating it into daily life. In essence, intuitive eating lives outside of diet culture and instead prioritizes eating mindfully. Christie Caggiani, a registered dietician, nutrition therapist, and certified intuitive eating counselor with Therapeutic Oasis in Jupiter and Boca Raton, shares more about this innovative approach. (therapeuticoasis.com) PBI: How does intuitive eating differ from traditional dieting? Caggiani: The first major distinction is that intuitive eating is really about reconnecting with our bodies, its signals, and, as a result, rebuilding trust. In contrast, we know that traditional dieting and…

The search for meaning is a never-ending journey through life’s peaks and valleys. To honor this, the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach will present “Painting Enlightenment: Experiencing Wisdom and Compassion through Art and Science,” featuring the work of Japanese scientist-turned-artist Iwasaki Tsuneo, May 8 through September 19. The late research biologist’s deceptively minimal paintings encourage viewers to reflect upon the interconnectedness of the universe, pinpointing the intersection between scientific phenomena and Buddhist principles. During his life, Iwasaki used his art as an expansion of his devotional practice of shyakyō—the reverent act of hand-copying sacred Buddhist texts—and drew on characters from the Heart Sutra. He interpreted this inspiration in imaginative ways, giving it new life as the glow around a flame, a DNA helix, lightning bolts striking an…

After a year-long live performance hiatus, the Boca Ballet Theatre will honor the enduring spirit of dance with one of the most beloved ballets of all time. The renowned local company will stage Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake at the Countess de Hoernle Theater at Spanish River High School in Boca Raton May 8 and 9. Tchaikovsky’s devastatingly beautiful composition and the whimsical costuming will set the stage for the story of Odette and Prince Siegfried, who fight to overcome the cursed evil of sorcerer Rothbart. Staying true to its mission to pair local talent with distinguished dancers from the ballet world, Boca Ballet Theatre has invited American Ballet Theatre principal dancers Skylar Brandt and Aran Bell to lend their talents to the dynamic roles of Odette and Prince Siegfried.…

As a creative outlet beyond her corporate career at Nestlé, Boca Raton resident Cecelia Feathers launched a mobile flower truck, the first of its kind in the area. “I am not a florist by any means, but I’ve always loved pop-ups, flea markets, and community events,” says Feathers. “I would go to these events all the time. For years, I found myself saying: ‘One day I’m going to do this,’ and ‘One day I’m going to do that.’ A mobile business has always been one of those ‘one day’ things for me.” Last year, she decided to turn “one day” into “today.” Feathers found a Japanese Kei truck, converted it into a floral fantasy on wheels, and soon booked her first events, including a pop-up at Rosemary Square. Now Birdie…

INGREDIENTS 3 large handfuls of baby lettuces (such as, arugula or mixed greens)1 large zucchini2 radishes1 bunch of asparagus, roughly chopped1 tbsp. olive oil2 tbsp. water¼ cup fresh mint Zest of ½ lemon¼ cup walnuts LEMON VINAIGRETTE INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp. lemon juice (½ lemon)1 tbsp. Dijon mustard1 tsp. raw honey½ shallot, thinly sliced and minced (optional)¼ cup olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Whisk together all ingredients, adding in olive oil last and gradually to emulsify. SHOPPING TIPS 1. Organic produce is labeled with a five-digit code beginning with nine. 2. Conventional produce is labeled with a four-digit code beginning with a three or four. 3. If the skin/husk is thick and tough like an avocado or a banana, it can be eaten conventionally, as the pesticide sprays are…

Instagram-worthy vibe: SWIFTY’S POOL The outdoor tables are surrounded by a hanging garden with incredible flowers, plus there’s poolside youthful energy—and tartare. Favorite brunch spot: ALMOND PALM BEACH Anyone who puts lobster in my omelet has my heart. Coffee shop: BLUESTONE LANE It’s an iconic NYC coffee shop that opened a pop-up concept in Palm Beach at The Colony. Bluestone Lane’s espresso beans are my favorite. See-and-be-seen happy hour: IMOTO The vibe is always sexy and youthful. I love the seaweed salad—it’s the best miso dressing I’ve ever had. Special occasion: FEDCO PHARMACY I love going to Fedco Pharmacy and grabbing caviar from its probiotic fridge and a Champagne split for a beach picnic. So Palm Beach! Power lunch: HONOR BAR I don’t eat red meat so while my guests…

Fashion editor: Katherine Lande Model: Bettina Anderson Hair and makeup: Heather Blaine, Creative Management, Miami Stylist: Jodi Belden Styling assistant: Brooke Barbara…

It used to be blue-chip bottles (classified Bordeaux, Premier and Grand Cru Burgundy, vintage Port and Champagne) that experts most prized—and that earned collectors credibility as they began the process of building a cellar. But all that has changed in recent years, as the Golden State has gained equal footing in the wine world. Thanks to the rise of California’s cult Cabernets, suddenly Harlan and Screaming Eagle have become just as valuable as Lafite and Mouton. What follows is our roundup of vineyards and vintages emblematic of the newest batch of California collectibles. Like their predecessors, they can be expensive and difficult to find, but they will evolve over time and provide an exhilarating drinking experience. VÉRITÉ Pierre and Monique Seillan arrived in Sonoma in 1997 at the request of…

Lebanese cuisine is grounded in the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet and based on the concept of sharing small plates, or meze. Nicolas Kurban is on a mission to bring that authentic cuisine to Delray Beach’s Atlantic Avenue with Amar Restaurant. “I wanted to offer something that didn’t exist here,” he says. “To me, a restaurant is not just about food but also service, ambience, design, and music. It’s a total experience.” Nearly half of Amar’s menu is devoted to vegan and vegetarian dishes, based on recipes from Kurban’s father’s restaurants in Lebanon. Must-try items include classic meze such as hummus, baba ghanouj, and tabouleh; an entrée of el mehchi (eggplant stuffed with spinach, onions, and chickpeas, baked with tomato and red pepper sauce); and homemade desserts like kanafeh…

OVERVIEW Spectacular custom touches abound in this Palazzo model home in Seven Bridges. ADDRESS 9562 Labelle Court, Delray Beach YEAR BUILT 2018 ARCHITECT/BUILDER GL Homes, Delray Beach ASKING PRICE $3.2 million SIZE 7,568 square feet BEDROOMS/BATHS Six bedrooms, six baths, two half baths SETTING Nestled on a private waterfront lot in Delray Beach’s Seven Bridges community. INTERIOR HIGHLIGHTS Marble floors throughout main living area; custom cedar beams in kitchen, loft, and dining, family, and living rooms; nickel gap tongue-and-groove bead board in entry hall, loft, kitchen, and living, game, and dining rooms; Lutron radio RA 2 lighting control system throughout house with phone interface; custom theater with soundproof walls, nine fully electric reclining leather chairs, and Dolby sound system; custom cabinetry with quartz countertops. EXTERIOR HIGHLIGHTS Salt-water pool and spa…

Fulfilling her dream to create a place where people could learn about plant medicines, Gina Kearney, along with partner Dimitra Christiani, opened Jupiter’s Herbs & Owls in 2020. In addition to stocking more than 120 medicinal herbs, flowers, roots, barks, and fungi, Herbs & Owls offers private consultations with a clinical herbalist and herbal medicine classes, as well as a monthly shamanism workshop that explores the teachings of the medicine wheel, spirit animals, and inner wisdom, among other topics. For those looking to connect more fully with seasons and nature, Kearney and Christiani also put together Seasonal Rewilding boxes. Shipped quarterly, each box includes a custom-blended tea and flower essence, a 5-by-7 art print, written practices, and spiritual tools in alignment with that season’s wisdom, ceremonies, and practices. (herbsandowls.com)…

GOINGS ON 1 Kips Bay Decorator Show House, home in West Palm Beach, to May 9, contact for ticket prices. (kipsbaydecoratorshowhouse.org) Selfless Love Gala, The Breakers, Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (selflesslovegala.org) Tenth Annual L-Dub Film Festival: Documentary Edition, Stonzek Studio at Lake Worth Playhouse, also May 2, contact for ticket prices. (lakeworthplayhouse.org) 3 Twilight Yoga at the Light, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, also May 10, 17, 24, and 31, $10. (jupiterlighthouse.org) 5 Lighthouse Sunset Tour, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, also May 12, 19, and 26, $25. (jupiterlighthouse.org) Senator Philip D. Lewis Center Luncheon, streaming online courtesy of the Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County, contact for ticket prices. (homelesscoalitionpbc.org) 6 “Filming Florida: Florida’s Landscape, Wildlife, and Natural History” lecture with Drew Fulton, streaming online courtesy of…

GIVING SOCIETY RECEPTION WHO: West Palm Beach Library Foundation WHAT: Giving Society Reception WHERE: Mandel Public Library, West Palm Beach OUT & ABOUT 1.WHO: Joe Namath and Charlie Modica WHAT: Ribbon-cutting ceremony WHERE: Charlie & Joe’s at Love Street, Jupiter 2. WHO: Leaders in Furthering Education WHAT: Twenty-seventh Annual Lady in Red Gala WHERE: Various locations…