Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2016 i Palm Beach Illustrated

If it’s February, then that means event season in Palm Beach is in full swing. The ballrooms at The Breakers, Mar-a-Lago, and other premier Palm Beach resorts are bursting with philanthropists of all ages eager to dine and dance for good causes. Bringing together the social lights of our community allows us all the chance to shine brightly for those in need. Our February kicks off at The Winter Ball to support the Boys and Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County on February 5. Then, my wife and I will celebrate Valentine’s Day at The Breakers for the sixty-first annual Palm Beach Heart Ball. The annual Polo Hall of Fame Gala and Induction Ceremony at the Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame in Lake Worth is sandwiched in between…

February in Palm Beach is the perfect time to smell the roses—and other lovely spring florals. We adore these sophisticated botanical scents for the body and home: L’Objet Rose Noir bath salts from the new Apothecary collection ($85, bergdorfgoodman.com); Jo Malone London Peony & Blush Suede cologne, a soft, ultra-feminine fragrance ($125 for 100 ml, Saks Fifth Avenue); Kat Burki Rose Hip Revitalizing Serum with rose hip oil and a blend of herbs ($165, Nordstrom); Library of Flowers Wildflower and Fern hand creme ($24, beauty habit.com); and Red Flower Indian Jasmine candle with scented petals ($38, beautyhabit.com)…

You’ve got to love the lyrics. “On a morning from a Bogart movie, in a country where they turn back time, you go strolling through the crowd like Peter Lorre, contemplating crime.” All together now: “In the year of the cat.” It was the soft-rock anthem of 1976 by Glaswegian folkie Alastair “Al” Stewart. Go on, take a trip down memory lane and pull it up on iTunes. Fast-forward 40 years—yikes—to 2016 and Year of the Cat should be anointed as Jaguar’s official anthem. Over the next six months, Jaguar will introduce a tsunami of long-awaited metal that includes the XE, a sexy and compact $35,000 sports sedan that’ll butt heads with BMW’s 3-series, Audi’s new A4, and Mercedes’ C-Class. Next up will be the gorgeous F-Pace sports crossover meant…

WORLDLY BREW Each spring, Liezl Els invites guests to her Jupiter home for an unconventional tea party benefiting Els for Autism. She bucks tradition and goes international by celebrating different cultures and cuisines every year. This year, Liezl’s Tea Party guests will “visit” Spain. (elsforautism.com) CUP OF LIFE The teacup and saucer combination is a pivotal component of your event’s visual landscape. Pick a pair that suits the mood: •Classic: Butterfly Bloom Floral Bouquet by Wedgwood ($45). Best Wishes of Boca, Boca Raton (561-392-7688, bestwishes.net) •Exotic: Bristol Belle Turquoise by Royal Crown Derby ($260). Mary Mahoney, Palm Beach (561-655-8288, marymahoney.com) •Modern: Makassar by Royal Limoges ($90). T is for Table, Palm Beach Gardens (561-799-9733, tisfortable.com) A NOSH ABOVE When it comes to organizing treats, tiered stands are a must. Conventional…

To fully appreciate the joy of living in South Florida, you need only step outside. The tingle of the ocean breeze, the profusion of green, and the scents of spring more or less year-round are invitations to enjoy nature and all its gifts. Regardless of how you choose to do that, you’ll find inspiration in this issue. From outdoor sporting pursuits to feasting on the bounty of nature to driving with the top down, we’ve got you covered. Our ode to the great outdoors begins with Jeff and Frances Fisher’s extraordinary garden created to complement a landmarked John Volk residence in Palm Beach. In partnership with landscape architect Jorge Sanchez, Frances called upon her innate good taste and Southern heritage to conceive a garden that is equal parts formal and…

32 WILLIAM SHATNER William Shatner has been a fixture of stage and screen for more than half a century. In that time, he has portrayed a number of iconic characters, from the stoic yet awestruck Captain Kirk on Star Trek to the senile yet suave Denny Crane on Boston Legal and countless Priceline Negotiator appearances in between. Shatner started out as a Shakespearean actor in his native Canada before becoming Kirk and solidifying his status as a pop-culture icon. On February 2, see the legend in person at the Kravis Center when he presents his one-man show, Shatner’s World Starring William Shatner. Tickets start at $25. (561-832-7469, kravis.org) How did your Shakespearean training prepare you to be a starship captain? There is, I suppose, an elegance about the way you…

For its Spring/Summer 2016 collection, Gucci channels the wild unknown by playing with the concept of urban exploration. Animal accents and modern embellishments merge in a shoulder bag in beige ebony GG Supreme fabric and python ($3,980) and a high-heel slide in trompe l’oeil embroidery with studs ($1,290). Turn the page for more fashions that heed the call of the wild. ON SAFARI Spring collections go tribal with fringe and animal motifs style notes OUT OF AFRICA: Update your look with artisan embellishments and ornamentation YEAR OF THE CAT: Work the trend with a statement accessory that features a panther motif or leopard print STILL TRENDING: Fringe still looks fashion-forward on the season’s hottest shoes, handbags, and jewelry WHAT TO WEAR: EXOTIC SKINS Whether real or faux, skins are in…

Qasr Al Sarab the kind of place where Princess Jasmine and Aladdin would live out their happily ever after. Smack in the middle of the Liwa Desert— the world’s largest uninterrupted sand desert —sits a series of fortresses so breathtaking, so grand, so out of this world, it begs the question: Is this a Disney mirage or reality? Answer: Reality. A reality called Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, a fivestar oasis of Arabian grandeur enveloped by towering, rust-hued dunes in the southernmost reaches of Abu Dhabi. From camel treks to desert sailing to unapologetic pampering in and around your remote Middle Eastern palace, there’s no shortage of fodder for personal travel dispatches at this surreal retreat. The peregrination begins with a road trip through the United Arab Emirates,…

LILY POND SERVICES LLC Lily Pond Services is the newest domestic staffing agency in Palm Beach. Lily Pond’s wide array of staffing services guarantees to meet every client’s standards—including everyday families and high-profile or celebrity clientele— and promises that no request is impossible. From private chefs, nannies, and CNA care to estate managers and housekeepers, Lily Pond’s customized screening process and extensive contact database guarantees the right solution for every client. New York | South Florida | The Hamptons | Greenwich, Connecticut 561-234-0494 | lilypondservices.com JOHNNY WAS Wrap your inner “peace” child in vibrant patterns, fine embroidery, and ultrafeminine prints from Johnny Was. Recently opened at The Gardens Mall, the fashion house has been embraced by free-spirited and confident women who are drawn to the brand’s unique signature aesthetic: a…

Charles Ranhofer, a chef at Delmonico’s restaurant in New York City, coined Baked Alaska’s name in 1876 to commemorate the United States’ acquisition of Alaska and to emphasize the cake’s opposing temperature extremes. At the time, the dessert—composed of pound cake and ice cream thickly coated with fluffy, flambéed meringue—was already a popular French mainstay known as omelette à la norvégienne. In true Florida fashion, Meat Market in Palm Beach has put a tropical twist on this cold-weather classic. Chef Sean Brasel layers house-made guava-lime ice cream and chocolate sponge cake inside an igloo of peaked meringue that is lightly torched before being served. Our forty-ninth state sure would be proud. (561-354-9800, meatmarket. net) —Kerry Shor True Boulud After staying stalwart for nearly 13 seasons, Café Boulud has undergone a…

Cozy up to that special someone this Valentine’s Day on one of these funky and fabulous sofas built for two. Roche Bobois’ Osorno love seat ($3,645, below) beckons lovebirds with a rich Suzani print realized in 100-percent cotton chenille yarn and velvet piping. For a love that walks on the wild side, opt for Kartell’s new Foliage sofa ($4,180). Originally conceived by Spanish architect and designer Patricia Urquiola in 2013, the piece has been updated with the graphic Burundi fabric by French artist Nathalie du Pasquier. It’s like falling in love all over again. Roche Bobois, North Palm Beach (561-835-4982, roche-bobois.com); Kartell, Miami (305-573-4010, kartell.com) "THE BEST THING TO HOLD ONTO IN LIFE IS EACH OTHER." —AUDREY HEPBURN…

Dust off those golf clubs and work on that swing because winter in Florida is the perfect time to get out on the green. From February 1-7, the sixteenth annual Allianz Championship returns to the Old Course at Broken Sound Club in Boca Raton for seven days of premium play. On February 1, female golfers of all levels are invited to participate in a Women’s Day special event that includes 18 holes with a PGA Champions Tour player and a clinic with former LPGA player Annika Sorenstam. Turn the page for Sorentam’s top tips for a better game. (561-241-4653, allianzchampionship.com) Before retiring from professional golf in 2008, Annika Sorenstam racked up 90 international tournament wins, including 10 LPGA Major Championships. Below, she shares five tips female golfers can use to…

For the charitably inclined, there are nearly as many ways to give as there are needy causes. One particular method, the donor-advised fund, is winning popularity because it allows givers to maintain some control over gifts, maximize their charitable investments, and gain an immediate tax benefit. And unlike more sophisticated private foundations that might take months to set up, a DAF can be operational within a few days. “You can pick the charity you want to support, download the forms on the computer, and literally open an account in a day or two,” says Eileen Heisman, president and CEO of National Philanthropic Trust. “It’s a very flexible giving vehicle.” A DAF also potentially saves the time and hassle of investigating multiple charities and finding the instructions for donating to each.…

Gladys Knight might be the Empress of Soul, but Patti LaBelle is its godmother. In her more than 50-year singing career, she’s proved to be more than just a good voice. In addition to earning Grammys, LaBelle has acted on stage and screen, found her rhythm on Dancing with the Stars, and even hosted her own Cooking Channel show, Patti LaBelle’s Place. On February 3, she will put her original talent on display as part of the Kravis Center’s annual gala. The performance is open to the public and tickets start at $35. PBI chatted with LaBelle about her two main passions: singing and cooking. (561-832-7469, kravis.org) —Mary Murray PBI: What’s your earliest memory of singing? LaBelle: It would have been with the Beulah Baptist Church choir when I was,…

BUYING INFORMATION COVER Silk chiffon dress ($4,600), Fendi, Bal Harbour; charm necklace ($450), Sequin, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach. PAGES 106-107 Monochain silk twill skirt ($2,100), multichain crepe de chine blouse ($2,600), Louis Vuitton, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, Town Center at Boca Raton; iridescent PVC patent calfskin shoes ($1,150), metal and Plexiglas necklace ($2,200), Chanel, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens. PAGE 108 Silk organza dress ($10,500), silver metallized crinkled lambskin pumps ($850), Dior, 1-800-929-DIOR, special order, Saks Fifth Avenue, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens, Town Center at Boca Raton; silver pearl filigree button earrings ($245), silver pearl filigree drop fan necklace ($990), Oscar de la Renta, Bal Harbour. PAGE 109 Black, multicolor illusion tulle sleeveless…

ILLUSTRATED EVENTS LAUNCH CELEBRATION WHO: ILLUSTRATED EVENTS WHAT: CHAMPAGNE AND CAVIAR LAUNCH CELEBRATION WHERE: THE ROYAL POINCIANA PLAZA, PALM BEAC PROVIDENT JEWELRY WHO: PROVIDENT JEWELRY WHAT: ANNUAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION HONORING ELS FOR AUTISM WHERE: PROVIDENT JEWELRY, JUPITER ARCHIVAL EVENING WHO: HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PALM BEACH COUNTY WHAT: ARCHIVAL EVENING HONORING FRANCES G. SCAIFE WHERE: CLUB COLETTE, PALM BEACH FESTIVAL OF TREES WHO: ANN NORTON SCULPTURE GARDENS WHAT: NINTH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF TREES GALA EVENING IN THE GARDENS WHERE: ANN NORTON SCULPTURE GARDENS, WEST PALM BEACH PRESIDENTS SOCIETY DINNER WHO: NAT KING COLE GENERATION HOPE INC. WHAT: PRESIDENTS SOCIETY DINNER WHERE: NORTON MUSEUM OF ART, WEST PALM BEACH OUT & ABOUT 1. WHO: HAMILTON JEWELERS WHAT: PERSONAL APPEARANCE BY DESIGNER TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TO SUPPORT FRIENDS OF THE UFFIZI GALLERY WHERE:…

“Jewelry more than anything else tells a story,” muses part-time Palm Beacher Kara Ross. For years, Ross’ eponymous line of high-end jewelry has defined her story. Now, she’s turning a new page and forging a legacy as an advocate for women’s empowerment with Diamonds Unleashed. Described as a brand with a social purpose, Diamonds Unleashed came about when Ross was resetting her engagement ring, a process that led her to question why women have to wait to be given a diamond. “It’s really the only commodity in today’s society that has a stigma attached to a woman buying it for herself,” she says. Ross decided then and there to rebrand diamonds into a symbol for female empowerment. “When you look at all these adjectives that describe a diamond—beautiful, strong, multifaceted,…

a chorus of guitar, fiddle, banjo, and upright bass beckons you toward a pole barn aglow with lanterns. A friend welcomes you with smile and libation and whisks you to a communal table brimming with produce so fresh it started the day in the soil. Later that evening, as you head home warm from food and drink, you pause and gaze up at the black sky speckled with stars. This is what alfresco dining is all about. This is Swank Table. Hosted by Swank Specialty Produce at its farm in Loxahatchee, Swank Table is the Sunday dinner of dreams. South Florida chefs swarm the fields and hydroponic grow houses to gather ingredients to prepare fine-dining-meets-picnic cuisine. Brewers, sommeliers, and mixologists join in creating a multicourse meal that complements and honors…

Many wine drinkers would recoil at the thought of mixing jalapeño peppers with their favorite quaff, but Napa winemaker Rob McDonald is doing just that. McDonald has launched a brand called St. Mayhem at his Art + Farm winery and is producing Sauvignon Blanc aged on habanero and jalapeño, Chardonnay aged on peach and ginger, and Merlot aged on coffee and jalapeño. They’re currently distributed in 30 states for $25 per bottle and are available in some of the area’s top restaurants and independent retailers, including Café Chardonnay in Palm Beach Gardens and The Wine Wave in Delray Beach. “I was sitting around one day after work, drinking a coffee-flavored craft beer,” McDonald recalls, “and the light bulb went off. I thought, why can’t we do this with wine?” The…

“We’ve worked very hard to create a business model that ensures our agents are successful. Our culture is very important and it is very intentional. This remains a people business, but more than ever before this business is driven by the internet.” –Rob Thomson, Waterfront Properties’ Managing Partner Waterfront Properties and Club Communities could do business for far less than what it continually invests in agent resources, chiefly internet marketing and company culture. But, for Waterfront Properties it’s never been just about doing business. It’s about doing business better for buyers, seller and agents. Waterfront Properties’ investment into internet marketing, including Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, its numerous company websites and full time internet marketing team of 22 professionals, numbers well into the millions of dollars. The investment and…

WHAT ARE THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS/INNOVATION IN YOUR FIELD? There are so many amazing tests out there to get to the root cause of the diseases and symptoms from which patients are suffering, including tests for a leaky gut, food sensitivities, gut infections, and adrenal gland dysfunction. WHAT DIFFERENTIATES YOUR PRACTICE FROM OTHER SPECIALISTS IN THE FIELD? Patients come to me with issues such as thyroid disorders, diabetes, autoimmune disease, fatigue, weight gain, depression, and anxiety. I look to find the root cause of the issue instead of treating the symptoms. I give each person a unique, individualized treatment plan based on what I find from our specialized testing. WHAT MADE YOU BECOME A DOCTOR OF NATURAL MEDICINE? I suffered with symptoms I could not understand for years. I went to…

After 60 years in the R&B industry, Gladys Knight still has plenty of soul. The Georgia-born songstress co-founded Gladys Knight and the Pips in the early 1950s with her brother and two cousins and went on to record more than 40 albums and countless hit singles, including “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “Neither One of Us,” and “Midnight Train to Georgia.” When the group disbanded in 1989, the seven-time Grammy Award winner embarked on a wildly successful solo career, was inducted into the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame in 1996, and won a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Rhythm and Blues Foundation. On February 13, the Empress of Soul will serenade the Sunrise Theatre in Fort Pierce with Motown classics and recent works from her gospel-imbued album, “Where…

A well-timed compliment can change someone’s life. When a client offered to buy her handcrafted baubles instead of the sofa she was selling, Stephanie Kantis knew she had a hit on her hands. A successful interior design and home decor entrepreneur for 18 years, the Dallas native moved to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, with her husband to find creative enlightenment in a city known for its Spanish baroque architecture and thriving arts scene. After mastering the art of bronze jewelry making, she launched her eponymous collection of sculptural, Byzantine-influenced designs in 2011 and quickly developed a devoted following that includes Oprah Winfrey and Reese Witherspoon. Today, Kantis is based in Palm Beach and occasionally takes time away from jewelry to support the budding artists at Dreyfoos School of the…