Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2025 i Palm Beach Illustrated

A few months ago, a dear friend connected me with the Esterson family of Palm Beach, saying I might be interested in learning more about their son, Max. She mentioned Max was “racing cars,” but it was only after I talked to his father, Robin, that I realized this young man was poised to race in the Formula 2 circuit as one of only two Americans—a massive accomplishment, particularly for someone who made his IRL debut in the sport a mere five years ago. To be fair, before driving a single seater in 2020, Max had experience driving in the gaming world. The virtual sport is called sim racing, or digital motorsports using a simulator. He was so good on the sim that getting behind the wheel of an actual…

« Judging books by their covers is ill-advised, but one peek at The Float Test (Mariner Books, $29) and diving into the novel will prove hard to resist for any Floridian. Now based in Brooklyn, author Lynn Steger Strong says her Stuart upbringing informed her latest novel: a layered story of love, sisters, betrayal, secrets, and the sticky, sweltering claustrophobia of a Florida summer. “South Florida—the beauty, the heat, the smells, the wildlife—is the sort of place that sticks inside you, the sort of place you think about, compare every other place to, even after years away,” Strong muses. “Eudora Welty, another Southern writer, says point of view « dissolves without a sense of place to bolster and inform it; I’ve always felt so lucky to have grown up, to…

Designed by Austrian architect Joseph Urban—also lauded for his Gilded Age work on Mar-a-Lago—the Paramount Theater opened in 1927 to entertain islanders with the latest flicks. Now listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the Paramount’s silver-screen days are over, but it remains a community hub thanks to a thriving array of locally owned businesses. LIVING WITH IVEY FOUNDED BY INTEGRATIVE HEALTH COACH AND CLEAN-LIVING EXPERT IVEY LEIDY, THE LIVING WITH IVEY BOUTIQUE—AN OFFLINE VERSION OF HER POPULAR BLOG AND INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT—PRESENTS LEIDY’S HIGHLY CURATED, PERSONALLY SELECTED PICKS OF HOLISTIC HEALTH, BEAUTY, WELLNESS, AND COOKING ESSENTIALS. (LIVINGWITHIVEY.COM) CHIKMONK Nandini Jayaprasad and David Beil founded their ChikMonk coffee shop and company to vertically integrate their family’s Indian coffee estates. “We were one of the Paramount Theater’s first tenants under Lester…

As a fourth-generation jeweler, how do you bridge the past with the present? I grew up knowing that I wanted to design jewelry, so I have asked myself [that] for many years. For me, bridging that gap between what has been done before and what is yet to be done is about marrying the amazing legacy of Florentine craft that I have grown up surrounded by with fresh ideas about the wearability and emotional nature of fine jewelry. It took me leaving Florence and going to study in New York at FIT to begin to understand how I could make that balance work. My collections are all based on that interplay between those two worlds, how to turn traditionally crafted 18-karat gold fine jewelry into something more casual and modern.…

Ring My Bell Ignite your senses with this vibrant zero-proof beverage that pairs the sweet notes of yellow bell pepper with refreshing cucumber, crisp green apple, and spicy serrano INGREDIENTS ¾ oz. serrano shrub (recipe at right)3 oz. fresh-pressed yellow bell pepper, cucumber, and green apple juiceSalt to rimEdible flowers, cucumber ribbons, and/or lime to garnish In a shaker, blend the serrano shrub with the bell pepper, cucumber, and green apple juice. Shake well. Rim your glass with your favorite smoky salt and pour your drink over ice. Garnish with edible flowers, cucumber ribbons, or lime. SERRANO SHRUB INGREDIENTS 8 limes, zested4 cups lime juice4 cups sugar4 cups white wine vinegar4 serrano green chilies, whole Add all ingredients to a jar and let sit for up to 3 days. Decant…

Like many young people working in the food industry during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Keyla Prichard saw her hours cut in half. Blessed with an entrepreneurial spirit, the West Palm Beach native decided to bet on herself and launched The Stand. Initially, she operated as a mobile concessions business, selling lemonade, chips, hot dogs, and the like at local school football games. She quickly discovered that her lemonade was a crowd favorite and began focusing on beverages. After debuting at the West Palm Beach GreenMarket in 2023, she started receiving requests for juices and decided to refine her product line even further. “The GreenMarket dictated the transition from strictly doing lemonade to expanding our menu to a full line of cold-pressed juices,” explains Prichard, who crafts her…

Let’s clear up one myth right off the bat: orange wine is not made with oranges. Also referred to as skin-contact wine or amber wine, orange wine is made from white grapes, with the skin of those grapes remaining in contact with the juice for days, weeks, and even—in some cases—more than six months. This time-honored technique imbues the wine with a beautiful color and a rainbow of singular aromas and flavors. At West Palm Wine Co., we advise serving orange wine cool to cold to amplify its character. Here are three distinct orange wines that exemplify this ancient, thirst-inspiring category. 1 Furlani Altopiano Orange, Italy. Made with a grape called Müller-Thurgau that is very common in northern Italy, this wine has aromas of chamomile, Earl Grey, and baking spices.…

Armed with more than a decade of experience in the holistic wellness space, Palm Beach resident Stephanie Kronen and Yesenia Garcia brought their vision of plant-based nootropics and adaptogens to the market in the form of Feelz. Their gummies use proprietary kanna blends with functional mushrooms, botanicals, and fruits. They are available in three varieties based on the consumer’s desired result: Energy, for powering through the day with clarity and sustained energy; Pure Bliss, for calm and relaxation with uplifted mood; and Serene Slumber, for sleep support without the unwanted side effect of waking up with a blurry mind. “Plant-based nootropics and adaptogens are powerful in the wellness realm because they work with the body’s natural systems to enhance cognitive function, resilience, and overall wellbeing,” says Garcia. “Nootropics support…

BUYING INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Dress (price upon request), Dior, dior.com; Goccia earrings with 18-karat rose gold and ivory enamel ($11,200), Goccia ring with 18-karat rose gold and white enamel ($5,800), Goccia ring with 18-karat rose gold, ivory enamel, and citrine ($8,200), Giorgio B, Hamilton Jewelers, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, hamiltonjewelers.com. PAGE 120 Reinterpretation maxi dress ($2,650), Aromatic Garden cape ($1,750), Midnight Black Misteriosa Al Andar sandals ($750), Seville Dance natural palm drop earrings ($750), Seville Melodies shoulder bag ($750), Johanna Ortiz, johannaortiz.com PAGE 121 Raffia cropped top ($4,500), raffia godet skirt ($3,980), raffia cropped jacket ($4,900), Bamboo 1947 small top-handle bag ($4,700), Gucci, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, Town Center at Boca Raton, gucci.com; custom palm hat (price…

I recently participated in a march organized by The Lord’s Place in support of ending homelessness in Palm Beach County. No small task. The organization does the hard work of providing outreach and opportunity for an underserved segment of our community. At the walk’s start, Anne Noble, chief advancement officer for The Lord’s Place, announced that the walk had raised nearly $350,000. At that fundraising level, a donor was committed to matching the effort. Once the crowd heard the challenge, cries of $100, $500, and $1,000 went out. In no time, the target was reached and the matching funds secured. The following Saturday, Jupiter Medical Center Foundation held its fortyeighth annual Black-Tie Ball at The Breakers. In similar fashion, the night started with the news of the evening’s fundraising goal…

As the “Jane Goodall of the ocean,” Sylvia Earle, PhD, has led a busy 90 years pioneering the fields of oceanography and global conservation—and she’s not slowing down. Born in New Jersey, Earle moved to Dunedin, Florida, with her family at age 13 and fell in love with the Gulf, salt marshes, and seagrass beds near her waterfront home and the variety of species contained within. After studying marine botany at Florida State University and learning to scuba dive in 1953 on one of the earliest units, Earle embarked on a career as a marine biologist, oceanographer, explorer, author, and lecturer. She has been a National Geographic Explorer at Large since 1998, with The New Yorker naming her “Her Deepness” and the Library of Congress deeming her a “Living Legend.”…

Like the constant swing of a pendulum, designs and styles come in and out of fashion. Throughout recent cycles of changing tastes, mid-century modern (MCM) has remained an iconic design movement that continues to influence contemporary interiors. Emerging in the mid-twentieth century, particularly from the 1940s to the 1960s, this style of furniture is celebrated for its simplicity, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. MCM was a direct response to the highly decorative designs of the late-nineteenth and early-twentieth centuries, and one of the category’s defining features is austere yet functional design. Think: sleek, clean lines instead of excessive ornamentation. This approach ensures that the furniture remains practical without sacrificing style. Another essential aspect is the use of organic and geometric forms. Many pieces incorporate gentle curves and shapes inspired by nature,…

SMOOTH MOVE Sonicsmooth Pro+ ($138), Michael Todd Beauty, michaeltoddbeauty.com I spend enough time (and money) at the med spa. When I stumbled across this sharp-looking product a few years ago, I found I could do my dermaplaning at home, as it works to remove unwanted peach fuzz while brightening and reducing the appearance of fine lines. —Jane E. Enos, contributing editor NAILED IT It’s Topless 1 Step Gel Manicure ($9), Nails Inc, nailsinc.com My juggling act requires a beauty routine that takes minutes, not hours, so I was thrilled when Nails Inc launched It’s Topless, a one-step nail polish that contains base, treatment, color, and topcoat with a drying time of less than a minute. With 21 cool shades to choose from (why not buy them all?), it’s easy to have a…

AMERICAN AQUAGRILLE Savor coastal cuisine in beach house–inspired environs. 14121 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach (aquagrillejuno.com) $$ BANTER Located inside the Canopy by Hilton hotel, Banter serves Florida fusion cuisine. 380 Trinity Place, West Palm Beach (banterwpb.com) $$ BATCH Stop by for an upscale take on classic Southern fare, including vegetarian selections. 223 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (batchsouthernkitchen.com) $ BERRY FRESH CAFÉ These family-run restaurants specialize in breakfast and brunch favorites made using farm-fresh ingredients. 11658 U.S. Hwy. 1, Palm Beach Gardens; 3755 Military Trail, Jupiter; 1429 S.E. Federal Hwy., Stuart; 1718 S.W. St. Lucie West Blvd., St. Lucie West (berryfresh.cafe) $ THE BLIND MONK Following a refresh, this tapas and wine bar offers dinner in a modern setting. 655 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach (theblindmonk.com) $ BUCCAN…

A pathway to greater mental health may be written in the stars. Studies have shown that, in addition to fostering wonder and cultivating a sense of connection, stargazing boasts significant benefits including stress reduction through mindfulness, improved mental clarity, enhanced creativity, and mood improvement thanks to heightened serotonin and dopamine levels. Members of The Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches are well-versed in brilliant star performances thanks to frequent Dark Sky Observing events held locally. Attendees are treated to a presentation about the current sky objects followed by a telescope viewing of the treasures of the night sky. “An endless sky full of stars helps us realize that each of us holds a special place in space,” says Quin Travers, the society’s treasurer. “Sharing the views is especially rewarding. We…

EnergyLounger CEO Barry Worthington first met Cary Reichbach, one of the co-founders of the Boca Raton–based Grey Team, at a BioHackers event and quickly learned about the work the organization is doing for veterans—particularly in addressing PTSD, depression, and suicide prevention. Worthington was alarmed by the statistic that more than 40 veterans take their lives each day, and it reinforced the urgent need for innovative, effective wellness solutions. Helming a company that offers a cuttingedge, full-body red and near-infrared light therapy lounger meant Worthington was in a unique position to help. “Understanding the role of red-light therapy in reducing stress, improving recovery, and enhancing mental resilience, we knew the EnergyLounger could make a real difference,” he says. Worthington delivered an EnergyLounger to Grey Team’s facility, where it was set up…

Eyes Wide Shut Depuff and combat fatigue with this rose quartz eye mask ($75) from Wthn. To reduce eye strain and sinus pressure, leave the mask on your face for 20 minutes while lying down in a comfortable position. Put it in the fridge to maximize its effectiveness—and don’t forget to manifest the crystal’s energetic properties of love. (wthn.com) SCRUB-A-DUB Address both inner and outer beauty with the Herbivore Amethyst exfoliating body polish ($46), made of crushed amethyst, salt, organic virgin coconut oil, and night-blooming jasmine sambac. Make this revitalizing product—that targets dryness, flakiness, and dullness—a staple in your bathing ritual. (herbivorebotanicals.com) Good Vibrations What makes the VitaJuwel Via sustainable glass water bottle ($84-$338, depending on crystal mix) unique is the exchangeable bottom piece, called a GemPod, that is assembled by hand…

SIP & SHOP WITH THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY WHO: Historical Society of Palm Beach County WHAT: Sip & Shop WHERE: Marissa Collections, Private Penthouse, The Royal Poinciana Plaza, Palm Beach NANTUCKET BY DESIGN WHO: Nantucket Historical Association WHAT: Second Annual The Road to Nantucket by Design with Tommy Hilfiger and Cindy Rinfret WHERE: The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach OUT & ABOUT 1. WHO: Hearing the Ovarian Cancer Whisper WHAT: Twenty-Third Annual Time is of the Essence Luncheon WHERE: The Beach Club, Palm Beach 2. WHO: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties WHAT: Second Annual Black Philanthropy Reception WHERE: Center for Philanthropy, West Palm Beach OUT & ABOUT 3. WHO: Sarah Wetenhall and Martina Mondadori WHAT: Debut celebration for the Cabana Bungalow WHERE: The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach 4. WHO:…

STYLE NOTES FLOWER POWER: Go glam with bead, sequin, or crystal embroidery. PRETTY PRINTS: Bud size varies from petite and plentiful to large and singular. SPRINGTIME: Pick a pastel color palette to freshen up your wardrobe.…

Glowing, soft skin lies just below the surface. Reveal it with gentle physical and chemical exfoliants for the whole body that unclog pores, smooth texture, and hydrate: Nerra Pre-Exfoliating Foam, which doubles as a dead skin–lifting soap and fatty acid–rich moisturizing protectant ($26), and Exfoliating Body Glove ($28 for set of two, nerra.com); Chanel Le Masque Camellia Exfoliating Mask, with camellia seed shells, jojoba beads, and oil-absorbing white clay ($75, Chanel counters); Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Body Scrub, with crushed cupuaçu seeds and sugar crystals ($42, Sephora locations); Tronque Everyday Revelation Exfoliating Refining Body Serum, boasting seven natural alpha hydroxy (AHA) and beta hydroxy acids (BHA) for gentle chemical exfoliation, plus bakuchiol, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to keep the skin supple ($145, Bluemercury locations); Moon Juice Acid Potion AHA…

The Palm Beach vibe can be distilled into two words: Lilly Pulitzer. For 66 years, the brand’s iconic prints and pastel colors have set the tone for the island’s barefoot sophistication. Though Mira Fain is an expert at honing this beachy motif as executive vice president of design and development for Lilly Pulitzer, she hails from a notably chillier part of the world: Finland. When not soaking up the Palm Beaches’ sun, Fain travels to Helsinki, the country’s capital, three to four times per year. “Finland is an enticing mix of traditional and modern elements, and there is a great respect for nature and the environment,” says Fain. “The Finns are known to be hospitable and honest, and to value punctuality and practicality.” (lillypulitzer.com) 1. WHEN TO GO Each season…

There was a lot to love about the original Oceano. Chefs Jeremy and Cindy Bearman debuted their seasonal scratch kitchen off Lantana’s Ocean Avenue in 2017—and gained a loyal following in short order. Housed in a former pizzeria, the intimate eatery featured a single wood-fire oven, two induction burners, and seating for just 40 (mostly outdoors). It took no reservations and was cash only. And yet, Oceano thrived, transforming from an in-the-know local gem into a nationally recognized restaurant. In 2023, the Bearmans jointly earned a James Beard Award semifinalist nomination for Best Chef: South. When faced with the need to relocate that same year, they knew they needed a larger space, but they wanted to maintain the homey feel that helped to make their first venture so successful. “We…

Ever wondered what foods are out to get you? Many individuals are impacted by a food sensitivity or intolerance, which occurs when a person has difficulty digesting a particular food, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology. Unlike a food allergy, which can result in a life-threatening reaction known as anaphylaxis, symptoms of a food sensitivity revolve around the digestive system, to include intestinal gas, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. While the method for testing for food allergies and food sensitivities is the same, allergy testing is identifying IgE, while sensitivity testing is identifying IgG. IgE responses are immediate, with rapid symptoms, and considered a true allergy, while IgG are delayed response reactions linked to chronic issues. To address the issue of food sensitivities, Jupiter-based Access Medical Labs…

When it comes to group settings, does your dog play well with others or would they receive a “needs improvement” comment on their report card? Turns out, socialization is just as important as basic training when raising a four-legged friend. “Socialization and training are essential for a dog’s well-being and development,” says Anthony Polazzi, CFO of Zoom Room, an indoor training business and social spot. “Proper socialization during puppyhood lays the groundwork for a lifetime of confidence and adaptability.” In addition to structured training, Zoom Room (which has franchised locations in Boynton Beach and Boca Raton) offers a canine cotillon of sorts that allows dogs to practice their party protocol. “Our Puppy Preschool classes are designed to align with a dog’s critical socialization period, ensuring young pups have safe and…

GOINGS ON 1 Gardenland, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, to April 19, $5. (thegardensmall.com) James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational, The Old Course at Broken Sound, Boca Raton, to April 6, $10-$75. (jameshardieinvitational.com) 2 “The Development of Italian Gardens: From Baroque Villas to ‘English’ Landscapes and Twentieth-Century Creations” lecture with Emmanuel Ducamp, Dixon Education Building, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, $20. (fourarts.org) 3 Dialogue: Rabbi David Wolpe, Wold Performing Arts Center, Lynn University, Boca Raton, $25. (events. lynn.edu) Flora and Fauna Spring Luncheon, benefiting Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach, $300. (buschwildlife.org) Mori Stories: Kamishibai Folk-tales, Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, free with paid museum admission. (morikami.org) Spring for Hope Palm Beach Cocktail Party, benefiting St. Jude Children’s Hospital, The Colony Hotel, Palm…