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.
Dining in the Palm Beaches has always been something of a sport, with points earned for scoring tough reservations, being seen at the right places, and being the first to discover under-the-radar gems. This year, that’s true more than ever. Not only has the restaurant industry emerged from the COVID bubble, it has come back with such vibrancy you’d never believe we’re on the heels of a pandemic. This month, we’ve asked some of the foodies of the millennial generation, who were among the earliest patrons breathing life back into the restaurant scene, to share their take on where to go for brunch with the besties, who’s brewing the best coffee in town, which dishes are most worthy of an Instagram post, and more. Come along as five young “hosts”…
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…
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…
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)…
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.…
Every item by Cecy, Palm Beach Gardens resident Cecy Martinez’s luxury bag and accessories brand, honors the classic glitz and glamour of 1950s Hollywood, but one line is particularly eye-catching. Martinez’s sustainable fish-skin bags are made from pirarucu, a massive freshwater fish native to the Amazon. The local indigenous population have long eaten pirarucu, but before they began to be repurposed, their skins were discarded. Now, after consumption, the scales are trimmed, dyed, and transformed into a luxurious leather alternative. Martinez works only with ethical sources who harvest legally and in accordance with all wildlife regulations. While she will continue to stock bags made from pirarucu and other exotic skins, additional fish-based leathers are on the horizon, too. Her newest line features high-grain Canadian carp and perch skins in various…
