An expertly curated, luxuriously produced compendium of all things Palm Beach, Palm Beach Illustrated brings to life personalities and takes you inside the exclusive homes, parties and interests of the world’s most affluent and influential people.
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…
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…
Theatrical Trio Summer is on the horizon, and the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach will celebrate with three seasonal programs for budding thespians and theater professionals. Young performers can take part in ArtsCamp June 2-20, The Broadway Artists Intensive Junior program June 23-27, and the Shakespeare Summer Intensive June 30 to July 4. Head to palmbeachillustrated.com/summeratkravis for more information. SHARK TALES THIS WINTER, THE ANGARI FOUNDA-TION WAS AWARDED A $25,000 GRANT FROM PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW GIVES BACK TO SUPPORT AND EXPAND ITS COASTAL OCEAN EXPLORERS: SHARKS PROGRAM. THE FUNDS WILL GO TOWARD THREE EXPEDITIONS FOR LOCAL STUDENTS THIS FALL, AS WELL AS A SUMMER EXPEDITION FOR EDUCATORS. GO BELOW THE SURFACE AT PALMBEACHILLUSTRATED.COM/ANGARISHARKS. OH, BABY! BABY SEASON IS UNDERWAY AT BUSCH WILD-LIFE SANCTUARY IN JUPITER. NOW THROUGH…
ONE NIGHT AT THE NORTON WHO: Norton Museum of Art WHAT: One Night at the Norton Annual Gala and Auction WHERE: Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: Art patrons raised more than $5 million for the Norton’s Curatorial and Learning and Community Engagement programs. Contemporary artist Rashid Johnson was the evening’s honoree, the first time an artist has been honored at the annual soiree. HAVING A WINTER BALL WHO: Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County WHAT: The Winter Ball WHERE: The Breakers, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: The organization’s largest and longest-running fundraiser raised $6.7 million to benefit overall club operating expenses and its Hunger Relief program, which serves more than 675,000 meals each year to club members at 20 sites across the county. Guests enjoyed dinner, a…
A recent collaboration between The Colony Hotel and interiors and decorative arts publication Cabana Magazine brings Milan to the heart of Palm Beach, adding an Italian flair to The Colony’s collection of 14 individually decorated residences with the first bungalow update. Sarah Wetenhall, The Colony’s owner and president, worked with Martina Mondadori, Cabana’s founder and editor in chief, and designer Ashley Hicks to craft the Cabana Bungalow, a bookable residence next to the hotel that captures the brand’s elegant aesthetic. The masterful blend of texture, color, and materials is Cabana’s interpretation of Palm Beach style: vintage, fresh, collected, bohemian, and sophisticated. The influence of English decorator David Hicks is evident in the matching pattern work covering the bedrooms’ upholstered walls, head-boards, curtains, and linens—including a hand-printed paisley inspired by…
Heading to Palm Beach International Airport is no longer just for jet-setting. With the recent debut of a flagship location of PopStroke—the brainchild of Greg Bartoli, Tiger Woods, and TaylorMade—near the airport, locals can swing by to enjoy 20,000 square feet of fun, including expertly designed 18-hole putting courses, a full-service restaurant, an ice cream parlor, multiple bars, a gaming area and beer garden, and a fully enclosed playground. Unique to the West Palm Beach venue is a second-story luxury membership lounge with a sushi bar, a rooftop pool with cabana service, and restrooms with shower facilities—ideal for freshening up preor post-flight. PopStroke also offers baggage storage and shuttle service to the terminals. Talk about the ultimate airport lounge. (popstroke.com/venues/palm-beach)…
