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www.atlanticavemagazine.com<br />

FEBRUARY 2017<br />

City People<br />

suzanne<br />

fisher<br />

locals only<br />

under the<br />

spotlight<br />

the miracle league<br />

it takes a<br />

miracle<br />

entertainment<br />

Gotta See<br />

Gotta Hear<br />

Gotta Know<br />

Gotta Read<br />

$3.99 US $4.99 Canada<br />

Happy<br />

Valentine ’ s Day<br />

Defining<br />

South<br />

Florida


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PROTEIN SHAKES<br />

TO GO MEALS<br />

IN THE HEART OF PINEAPPLE GROVE<br />

45 NE 2ND AVENUE / DELRAY BEACH<br />

(561) 276-7387<br />

purgreensdelray.com


IT’S NOT<br />

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150+ Group Fitness and Yoga classes per month<br />

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PURSTRANDS a Full-Service Goldwell Hair Salon<br />

PURLIFE FITNESS CENTER<br />

561.852.9200<br />

IN THE HEART OF PINEAPPLE GROVE<br />

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PURSTRANDS<br />

561.852.9200<br />

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OF YOUR FIRST SALON VISIT<br />

www.purstrands.com


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CONTENTS<br />

42<br />

54<br />

74<br />

108<br />

66<br />

SPECIAL Features<br />

60<br />

64<br />

66<br />

70<br />

72<br />

76<br />

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82<br />

Ride Delray<br />

For a Healthier Body and Lifestyle<br />

Dr. Tzikas<br />

And The Art Of Lipografting<br />

THE DELRAY BEACH CLUB<br />

Fun And Fanfare<br />

24/7 Perfect Cleaning<br />

Cleanliness Is Next To Godliness<br />

Palm BEACH BOTOX<br />

The Future Of Aesthetic Medicine Is Now<br />

SEASIDE BUILDERS<br />

Creates Luxury Sea Faring Townhouses<br />

delray boxing<br />

A Gym Like No Other<br />

Delray Beach Open<br />

Painting the Town Yellow for 25 Years<br />

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6 From the Editor<br />

90 City People - Suzanne Fisher<br />

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8 In The News<br />

22 Under The Spotlight<br />

26 Delray Under $50<br />

28 Happenings<br />

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32 On The Ave<br />

36 In The Pineapple Grove<br />

Arts District<br />

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REgulars<br />

LOCALS Only<br />

pictures<br />

entertainment<br />

40 Gotta Know<br />

42 Gotta See<br />

44 Gotta Hear<br />

46 Gotta Read<br />

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48 Pain Relief - Spinal Stenosis<br />

Effective Non-Surgical<br />

Treatment Options<br />

50 Dermatology - Don’t Get Burned<br />

52 Your Dental Health - Do You Have<br />

Good Oral Health?<br />

54 Body Beautiful - Breaking Through<br />

A Weight Loss Plateau<br />

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health & beauty<br />

Special features<br />

56 Our Boat House<br />

58 The Monogram Closet<br />

62 Delray Hideaway<br />

68 Beaulieu-Fawcett Law Group, PA<br />

74 The Miracle League<br />

80 Luxury Performance<br />

Automotive Group<br />

84 Delray Beach Chamber of<br />

Commerce<br />

86 Delray Beach Marketing<br />

Cooperative<br />

88 Old School Square<br />

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92 What RU Wearing ®<br />

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108 Restaurant Review - House Of Siam<br />

110 Recipe - White Salad With Lemon<br />

Vinaigrette<br />

112 Guide<br />

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120 Pet Spotlight<br />

121 PetXpert<br />

122 Humor - 8 Foods You Should<br />

Avoid On A First Date<br />

124 Humor - Drive-Thru Cuisine<br />

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fashion<br />

dining<br />

misc<br />

leisure<br />

126 Leisure - Crossword Puzzle,<br />

Sudoko and Enigma<br />

Publisher<br />

David Mizen<br />

Editor<br />

Yvette Roulette<br />

Contributing Editors<br />

Diane Feen, Skip Sheffield,<br />

Nicol Jenkins<br />

Art Director<br />

Fabio Passere<br />

Designer<br />

Eduardo Passere<br />

Senior Sales Executive<br />

Harvey Lustig<br />

Photographer<br />

Melissa Korman<br />

Office Contact<br />

335 East Linton Blvd. B14-832090<br />

Delray Beach, FL. 33483<br />

Ph. 888-309-1110<br />

info@atlanticavemagazine.com<br />

www.atlanticavemagazine.com<br />

Printed in the USA. Atlantic Ave Magazine is not responsible for typographical or production errors or accuracy of information provided by its advertisers. Reproduction or use of editorial or graphic material in any manner without permission is prohibited.<br />

The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the various authors in this magazine do not necessarily reflect the opinions, beliefs and viewpoints of Atlantic Ave Magazine or the staff at Atlantic Ave Magazine.


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from the editor<br />

It’s February in<br />

Delray Beach<br />

and Love is<br />

everywhere!<br />

For the past 25 years our “Most Fun Small Town in<br />

America” has proudly been the host of the Delray Beach<br />

Open. More than 50,000 tennis enthusiasts visit our City<br />

by the Sea to watch some of the biggest names in tennis volley<br />

for the championship title. Make sure you catch a match! Look<br />

inside for more information on tickets and match times.<br />

What’s Love without Romance? They go together like peanut<br />

butter and jelly. Valentine’s Day can bring out the romantic in<br />

anyone, and what better place to show off your romantic side<br />

than on Atlantic Ave? Pick a restaurant for dinner, then stroll the<br />

Avenue - pop into a gallery, browse a shop, and take in the local<br />

color - or head to the beach with a blanket and a basket. Prefer to<br />

stay in? Order take out (or call the Delivery Dudes), rent a movie,<br />

and spend some quality couch time with your Sweetheart! I’ve<br />

heard some pizza restaurants will shape your pie in a heart!<br />

One of the many things that makes our small town great is<br />

our parks and beaches, and recreation areas. Suzanne Fisher is<br />

the Director of Delray Beach Parks and Recreation and a huge<br />

reason why there is no excuse for being bored in Delray. I never<br />

knew what an important, challenging, and multi faceted job this<br />

is, until now. Read her story she is our February City Person.<br />

Want to woo your Honey, but you’re<br />

on a budget? We’ve got you covered!<br />

Check out Darien Davies’ regular feature<br />

Delray Under $50 for many ways to<br />

enjoy our city and not break the bank.<br />

However you celebrate, shop, dine,<br />

and entertain local!<br />

Yvette roulette, editor<br />

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Get away… without going away.<br />

Crane’s Beach House, a distinctive boutique hotel featuring 28 tropically appointed guest suites and luxurious villas, is nestled within<br />

a lush, verdant tropical setting. Please call for special rates & packages.<br />

CRANE’S BEACH HOUSE<br />

BOUTIQUE HOTEL & LUXURY VILLAS<br />

82 Gleason Street, Delray Beach, FL 33483<br />

TF 866-372-7263 W cranesbeachhouse.com


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Banyan Restaurant & Bar<br />

Makes It ‘Cool’ Outside<br />

Banyan Restaurant & Bar’s outdoor patio<br />

area under the banyan tree has been<br />

made very comfortable for their patrons<br />

to enjoy food and drinks. Joe LoRe, the<br />

Owner/Manager installed Misting Fans to<br />

air-condition and bring the ‘cool’ outside.<br />

Now you can enjoy your lunch or dinner<br />

on the patio under the banyan tree regardless<br />

of the weather.<br />

Banyan Restaurant & Bar is located in<br />

the Pineapple Grove District at 189 NE 2nd<br />

Ave., Downtown Delray Beach, Fl, 561-<br />

563-8871, www.banyandelray.com.<br />

Congratulations To Mussel<br />

Beach Restaurant<br />

rummage sale where stuff is piled high on<br />

tables and in boxes. This Step-Above Rummage<br />

Sale is like shopping in a department<br />

store. Each department has its own area<br />

with merchandise conveniently displayed.<br />

The Boutique has brand name high end<br />

items. Shoes are arranged by size and can<br />

be tried on in a comfortable sitting area.<br />

Clothes are sized, priced, and hung on<br />

racks. Some items have new tags still attached.<br />

Sales specialists can help you<br />

make a selection or point out the boutique<br />

area. A dressing area is available to be<br />

sure your purchases are perfect.<br />

Arrive early for the best bargains. The<br />

prices are fabulous and the merchandise<br />

is extensive. For more information, call<br />

561-276-6338. See the website for information<br />

and directions. http://firstdelray.<br />

com/upcoming-events.<br />

Contacts & Cocktails<br />

Volunteers working the Check in Desk<br />

Another year, another award. USA Today<br />

honors the Delray Beach Businesses in<br />

the 10 Best in 2016. Mussel Beach Restaurant<br />

was voted in the top 3.<br />

This is in addition to other awards from<br />

2 Forks and a Cork, Take a Bite Out of<br />

Boca, Savor Tonight, Mythos Restaurant<br />

and the Delray Forum. All said “Highly<br />

Recommended.”<br />

Mussel Beach Restaurant is located at 501<br />

E. Atlantic Ave., Downtown Delray Beach, Fl.<br />

561-921-6464. Check them out on www.tripadvisor.com<br />

and www.yelp.com.<br />

Step-Above Rummage Sale<br />

February 9, 10, 11 from 9:00am–3:00pm<br />

The Step-Above Rummage Sale held at<br />

the First Presbyterian Church at 33 Gleason<br />

Street, Delray Beach ,is not the average<br />

This monthly event was held in the<br />

Ocean Breeze Room at Old School Square.<br />

The affair was so well attended that<br />

it filled three rooms. There was food,<br />

drinks, and networking. A great time was<br />

had by all.<br />

Money Raised For<br />

Canine Rescue<br />

It was a Homecoming<br />

Dinner &<br />

Dance at the Abacoa<br />

Golf & Country<br />

Club in Jupiter, Fl.,<br />

with music, a dog<br />

beauty contest<br />

wearing beautiful<br />

costumes and<br />

gowns and an auc-<br />

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Exclusive Home Builders<br />

561.272.9958 | 185 NE 4th Avenue #104 | Delray Beach, Florida<br />

s e a s i d e b u i l d e r s f l a . c o m


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tion with donated merchandise from local<br />

merchants. In addition to the auction, tickets<br />

were sold for special gifts and a 50-50<br />

drawing. Thanks to G Girl Productions and<br />

President Laura Souza, the dinner was a<br />

complete success. To learn more about Canine<br />

Rescue go to www.caninerescue1.org.<br />

To learn more about G Girl Productions go<br />

to www.ggirlproductions.com.<br />

APDA Fundraiser Aboard The<br />

Lady Atlantic<br />

On January 12th, event chair Eric Weitkamp,<br />

Senior Advocate & Family Concierge<br />

with Freedom Partners of South Florida,<br />

set sail with 70 plus attendees on the Lady<br />

Atlantic in Delray Beach. This was the<br />

first fundraising event of the year for the<br />

American Parkinson Disease Association<br />

(APDA) South Florida Chapter. The event<br />

raised over $16,000 for people diagnosed<br />

with Parkinson’s disease. Sponsors for the<br />

event were Capital Law Group, Brookdale<br />

Boynton Beach West, Todd B. Weprin, P.A.,<br />

Valuecare, AirMD, Blue Moon Senior Counseling,<br />

Finance of American Mortgage, Oasis<br />

Senior Advisors, SCA Group, Senior Nannies<br />

and Summit Insurance Group. “We are extremely<br />

pleased with the turn out and can’t<br />

thank Eric enough for all his efforts”, says<br />

Denise Jordan, APDA Executive Director. We<br />

look forward to next year’s Anchors Aweigh<br />

event!” If you would like more information<br />

on the APDA South Florida Chapter please<br />

contact 800.825.2732 or visit their website<br />

at www.apdaflorida.org.<br />

The Famous Princeton<br />

Triangle Club Performs Its<br />

Annual Original All-New Show<br />

Greece’d Lightning!<br />

Princeton’s Famous Triangle Club, the<br />

oldest touring collegiate musical-comedy<br />

troupe in the nation, will have its only South<br />

Florida show February 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the<br />

Crest Theater at Old School Square, located<br />

at 51 N Swinton Avenue in Delray Beach.<br />

The Triangle Show brings a unique theatrical<br />

experience to a few locations each<br />

year and we are fortunate that Florida has<br />

been selected for this year’s outstanding<br />

125th anniversary tour. “Greece’d Lightning!”<br />

opened in Princeton this past November<br />

to rave reviews and sold-out performances.<br />

It is truly wonderful and one of<br />

the best shows they have done ever. Triangle’s<br />

professional quality of original song,<br />

dance, humor and musical composition has<br />

risen to delightful heights.<br />

This landmark 125th Anniversary edition<br />

of the Triangle show, will all be Greek where<br />

a can-do baker from Greece’s smallest<br />

city-state tries to win the world’s first ever<br />

Olympics! But how can she compete when<br />

her sponsor is the Ruler of the Dead, she’s<br />

falling for Zeus’s athlete, and sports haven’t<br />

even been invented? From Icarus’s flight to<br />

Oedipus’s bedroom, join the greatest cast<br />

of characters Western civilization has ever<br />

known. Ending with Triangle’s famous allmale<br />

kickline, Greece’d Lightning! will get<br />

you to drachma like it’s hot!<br />

See America’s most brilliant young minds<br />

and talent sing their hearts out and uphold a<br />

cherished musical tradition? Buy tickets today!<br />

Prices for adults start at $35 and $15 for<br />

students, with additional options available.<br />

www.eventbrite.com/e/princeton-triangleclub-in-delray-beach-tickets-31029366671<br />

10 February 2017 | www.AtlanticAveMagazine.com


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The Blueprint Gallery<br />

at Milagro Center<br />

Looks Back To Move<br />

Forward With the<br />

Retrospect Exhibit<br />

The nonprofit cultural arts<br />

and education-based Milagro<br />

Center is delighted to host the<br />

Retrospect Exhibit in celebration<br />

of Milagro Center’s 20th<br />

Anniversary. The exhibit, which<br />

focuses on art throughout the<br />

past 20 years, offers a fresh<br />

look on the familiar by blending<br />

different artistic disciplines.<br />

The Retrospect Exhibit began<br />

January 6th runs through<br />

March 3rd, 2017.<br />

Squat-A-Thon to benefit Think<br />

Pink Rocks, a local organization<br />

whose mission is to raise<br />

awareness about early detection<br />

and genetic testing for breast<br />

cancer, and to provide funding<br />

for screening, treatment and<br />

research. Last year, the event<br />

raised over $8,500 for beneficiaries<br />

of Think Pink Rocks and this<br />

year, event organizers hope to<br />

surpass last year’s fundraising<br />

goal. Participants will be split up<br />

into various divisions based on<br />

fitness level and prizes will be<br />

awarded to the winners of each<br />

division. Saturday, February 4,<br />

2017, 8 a.m.- 2 p.m. at PurLife<br />

Fitness Center, 45 NE 2nd Ave,<br />

Delray Beach, FL, 33444. A minimum<br />

pledge of $25 is required<br />

for participation. To register,<br />

please call PurLife at (561) 852-<br />

9200. Donations can be made at<br />

www.ThinkPinkRocks.com.<br />

3 Generations of<br />

Elkdom!<br />

Delray Beach Open<br />

and PureLife Delray<br />

to Hold 2nd Annual<br />

Squat-A-Thon to<br />

Benefit Think Pink<br />

Rocks<br />

In conjunction with PurLife<br />

Fitness Center, the Delray Beach<br />

Open tennis tournament will<br />

be hosting their 2nd Annual<br />

The newest members of<br />

Delray Beach Elks Lodge<br />

#1770, Charlie Stravino and<br />

Nick Garito, join Larry Garito<br />

their Grandfather and Timothy<br />

Garito who is Uncle to Charlie<br />

and Dad to Nick. Both Larry<br />

and Tim have been Delray Elks<br />

members for over 20 years,<br />

both being an integral park of<br />

the Lodge. Congratulations to<br />

the Garito family!<br />

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Danielle Pearson, city of Delray Beach; Joann<br />

Fisher House West Palm<br />

Beach Receives Generous<br />

Donation from Delray<br />

The Delray Beach Elks Lodge donated<br />

$5000 to local Fisher House. Fisher House<br />

Foundation is best known for a network<br />

of comfort homes where military and veterans’<br />

families can stay at no cost while a<br />

loved one is receiving treatment.<br />

The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center<br />

Fisher House has been in operation since<br />

1995 and has accommodated approximately<br />

10,100 families. The house is an eightbedroom<br />

facility situated on the West Palm<br />

Beach VA Medical Center campus.<br />

For over 140 years, the Benevolent and<br />

Protective order of the Elks has been dedicated<br />

to serving our fellow citizens. Elks enjoy<br />

sports activities, entertainment, parties,<br />

dances, dining and much more.<br />

Elks take great pride in giving back to<br />

our communities. Nationally, each year, the<br />

nearly 1,000,000 members at 2000 lodges<br />

provide over $80,000,000 for charitable<br />

programs, scholarships, drug awareness in<br />

our schools and assistance for veterans.<br />

Briney Breezes Annual Bazaar<br />

The town of Briney Breezes will hold its<br />

annual Bazaar/flea market on Saturday,<br />

February 4th from 9:00-2:00 in the auditorium.<br />

Electronics, bikes, lamps, kitchen<br />

items, clothing, bedding, furniture, books,<br />

toys, jewelry and more. This is the bazaar<br />

you do NOT want to miss! Incredible variety<br />

and prices! Directions: East on Woolbright<br />

Rd. to A1A. Turn right (South) and continue<br />

to the next traffic light and turn right. There<br />

will be guides to help with parking. For<br />

more info call 561 276-7405.<br />

Three Delray Organizations<br />

Team Up to Create A Mini<br />

Library At 505 Teen Center<br />

Haros, Co-President Woman’s Club of Delray<br />

bEACh; Kae Jonsons, Development and Community<br />

Relations Director for the Delray Beach Public<br />

Library; Mykal Banta, Interim Library Director;<br />

Cecily Douglas, Teen Librarian; Trish JACObson,<br />

Co-President of the Woman’s Club<br />

The GFWC Woman’s Club of Delray Beach,<br />

which founded the Delray Beach Public Library<br />

more than 100 years ago, is teaming up<br />

with the library and city of Delray Beach to<br />

create a mini library at the 505 Teen Center.<br />

In an effort to support one of its key<br />

goals – promoting literacy throughout the<br />

community – the Woman’s Club board of<br />

directors approached the public library<br />

with the idea of placing a collection of used<br />

books at the teen center. Teen center members<br />

can access the books in the informal<br />

lending library and read them at the center<br />

or take them home.<br />

“This is one more way we can support the<br />

children and families in our community who<br />

don’t have easy access to books,” said Trish<br />

Jacobson, co-president of the Woman’s Club.<br />

The 505 Teen Center, a safe facility opened<br />

to all community teens for recreation, is<br />

operated by the city of Delray Beach and located<br />

in the Woman’s Club of Delray Beach’s<br />

clubhouse built in 1957.<br />

“Reading skills are paramount to success<br />

in school, and opens the door to all kinds of<br />

new worlds. Reading is how we learn that<br />

our experiences and feelings are universal –<br />

that humanity is shared,” said Mykal Banta,<br />

Interim Director, Delray Beach Public Library.<br />

More than 200 used books have been<br />

collected, thanks to donations from the<br />

public library and from Woman’s Club<br />

members but more are needed. Books for<br />

children, teens or adults can be brought<br />

to the teen center at 505 SE Fifth Ave. For<br />

more information, contact the teen center<br />

at (561) 243-7158.<br />

continued page 16<br />

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Culture & Cocktails At The<br />

Colony Hotel<br />

Rena Blades, President & Chief Executive<br />

Officer of the Cultural Council of Palm Beach<br />

County, today announced that the popular<br />

series CULTURE & COCKTAILS will be back<br />

next month at The Colony Hotel Pavilion in<br />

Palm Beach.<br />

February 6 HOUSES, HOMES & HEMING-<br />

WAY - A Conversation with Bob Vila<br />

Mr. Vila has hosted a variety of home improvement<br />

TV shows over the last 30 years,<br />

including This Old House, Bob Vila’s Home<br />

Again, Bob Vila and Restore America with<br />

Bob Vila. He has written 12 books and for the<br />

last few years has been helping with the restoration<br />

of Ernest Hemingway’s home and<br />

collections at Finca Vigía near Havana, Cuba.<br />

Admission to each CULTURE & COCK-<br />

TAILS event is $65 for advance RSVPs and<br />

$75 at the door, and FREE for members of<br />

the Cultural Council ($250 level and above).<br />

All proceeds go to support artist programs<br />

of the nonprofit Cultural Council of Palm<br />

Beach County. For membership information,<br />

please contact Debbie Calabria at<br />

561.472.3330.<br />

Each event will run from 5 to 7 pm, with<br />

registration and cocktails from 5 to 5:45<br />

p.m., and the “Conversation” from 5:45 to 7<br />

pm, including audience Q&A. The Colony will<br />

serve complimentary beverages and an array<br />

of specially prepared hors d’oeuvres before<br />

each CULTURE & COCKTAILS conversation.<br />

People interested in attending CULTURE<br />

& COCKTAILS can RSVP before each event by<br />

calling the Cultural Council at 561.472.3330.<br />

Downtown Delray Beach<br />

Visitor Information Center<br />

Under Renovation<br />

The Delray Beach<br />

Visitor Information<br />

Center, managed<br />

by the Downtown<br />

Development Authority (DDA), is celebrating<br />

its 12th anniversary with a complete<br />

renovation. Staffed by dedicated volunteers<br />

providing exceptional customer service and<br />

hospitality, and a resource for hundreds of<br />

visitors a day to our city, with more than<br />

15,000 in 2016, this little center on the corner<br />

of A1A and E. Atlantic Avenue was in<br />

need of a refresh. During the renovation, a<br />

satellite Visitor Information Center is located<br />

at the Sandoway Discovery Center, 142 S<br />

Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach, FL.<br />

The DDA has spearheaded the renovation<br />

project with the generous support of<br />

the City of Delray Beach, Roy Simon Architect,<br />

Maura Taft Interiors, and contract<br />

services from local partners, who are all<br />

donating their services. When the renovations<br />

are complete at the end of March, the<br />

Visitor Information Center will have tripled<br />

in size with new floors, ceilings, windows,<br />

and doors. There will be computer access<br />

for visitors and new digital signage. Visitors<br />

can stop in and learn more about the<br />

shops, attractions, dining, entertainment,<br />

hotels and places to live here. In addition,<br />

the renovated Center will be designated as<br />

the Official South Palm Beach County Visitor<br />

Center by Visit Florida.<br />

The DDA encourages all area hotels, attractions,<br />

restaurants, entertainment venues<br />

and publications to provide their collateral<br />

materials to share with visitors. The<br />

Delray Beach Visitor Information Center<br />

is open 7 days a week, 9 a.m. – 4 pm. For<br />

more information, or if you are interested<br />

in becoming a Center Volunteer, please contact:<br />

DDA@DowntownDelrayBeach.com or<br />

561.243.1077.<br />

Palm Beach Poetry Festival<br />

Launches Fish Tales<br />

Poetry Contest<br />

Susan R. Williamson, Director of the Palm<br />

Beach Poetry Festival, has announced the<br />

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Return to Boynton Inlet by Peter W. CrOSS<br />

Fish Tales Poetry Contest. To<br />

enter, local writers are encouraged<br />

to submit up to 30 lines of<br />

original poetry inspired by one<br />

of 10 designated photographs<br />

that are part of the Fish Tales<br />

exhibit now running at the Delray<br />

Beach Historical Society,<br />

located at 3 NE 1st Street.<br />

Fish Tales refers to the stories,<br />

memorabilia, artwork,<br />

writing and history surrounding<br />

the sport and art of fishing<br />

in Delray Beach.<br />

All images can be viewed<br />

now at the Delray Beach Historical<br />

Society or online at:<br />

www.palmbeachpoetryfestival.org/news/fish-tales-poetry-contest.<br />

The winning poet will receive<br />

a $100 prize, and $25 will<br />

be given to each of the three<br />

runners-up. Their submitted<br />

poems – along with another<br />

five “honorable mentions” –<br />

will be published on the Poetry<br />

Festival’s website at www.<br />

palmbeachpoetryfestival.org.<br />

Poems should be submitted<br />

to: https://palmbeachpoetryfestival.submittable.com/<br />

submit no later than March 1,<br />

2017. There is no age limit to<br />

enter, and all entries must be<br />

previously unpublished and<br />

submitted in English.<br />

continued page 20<br />

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►<br />

locals only ║ in the news<br />

Grand OpeningS<br />

THE NAKED MERMAID SOAPERY,<br />

271 NE 6th Ave., DelRAY Beach, Fl, 561-403-5950<br />

HARVEST SEASONAL GRILL & WINE BAR, DelRAY Place, 1841 S. Federal Hwy.,<br />

DelRAY Beach, Fl 561-266-3239, www.harvESTSEASONAlgrill.com<br />

VATICAN TATTOO STUDIO, 325 NE 2nd Ave,<br />

DelRAY Beach, Fl, 561-403-5631 www.vTSTUDIOSDElRAY.com<br />

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We’re Putting Our<br />

BEST FOOT<br />

FORWARD<br />

WITH A NEW LOOK<br />

FOR DELRAY BEACH’S<br />

FAVORITE<br />

DESIGNER DESTINATION<br />

POSH<br />

properties<br />

LUXury-PERFORMANCE<br />

automotIVE GROUP<br />

(FORMERLY FOOTCANDY)<br />

LOCATED ON 1ST & 1ST IN<br />

DB’s SOFA DISTRICT<br />

FEATURING<br />

THE NEWEST STYLES OF<br />

EUROPEAN & AMERICAN<br />

DESIGNER<br />

SHOES,<br />

ACCESSORIES<br />

& GIFTS<br />

104 S.E. 1ST. STREET<br />

DELRAY BEACH,FL 33444<br />

(561)278-5545<br />

www.JoyaDelray.com<br />

we’re taking a step in<br />

a new direction...<br />

same great owner<br />

bringing you more of<br />

what you want<br />

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By Emily Gurvitch<br />

Hi there, I’m Emily Gurvitch. I’m excited<br />

to be a part of the Posh Properties team<br />

in Pineapple Grove. New York born and<br />

Florida raised I grew up in the suburbs of Orlando.<br />

Heading out of state for college in Maryland,<br />

I graduated from Towson University with a<br />

Bachelor of Science. Upon graduating I began my<br />

Real Estate career in Orlando. I worked for a national<br />

homebuilder for many years where I gained<br />

extensive knowledge and experience in Real Estate.<br />

Living in South Florida for the past 7 years,<br />

I appreciate all that Delray Beach has to offer.<br />

The people and culture of this town have become<br />

something I cherish. I look forward to providing<br />

my Real Estate service which combines the personalized<br />

care and integrity of a professional, I put<br />

my client’s success first. A new agent at Posh, I am<br />

exited to work with clients to get them their new,<br />

poshest home!<br />

Emily Gurvitch, Realtor<br />

Posh Properties<br />

103 NE 2nd Ave<br />

Delray Beach, FL 33444<br />

561-777-9724<br />

emily@poshflorida.com<br />

By Rod Rifai<br />

My name is Rod Rifai and I am the president<br />

of Luxury-Performance Automotive<br />

Group. This exclusive dealership location<br />

is new to me, but I certainly am not new to the industry.<br />

I have been the owner / General Manager<br />

of automotive franchise dealerships for the past<br />

30 years and decided to take it to the next level by<br />

opening a dealership that reflects my passion - the<br />

type of dealership that I had always envisioned.<br />

One where every single customer, prospective<br />

buyer, someone needing service, parts or storage<br />

would be treated with the utmost VIP white<br />

glove treatment possible. If mere words could<br />

portray the level of my commitment they would<br />

be ultimate respect, unwavering courtesy and<br />

the relentless willingness to make your dreams,<br />

like my own, become your reality. My passion for<br />

these exotic luxury vehicles was realized early on<br />

and I have spent a lifetime pursuing that passion<br />

as only one car enthusiast to another can. I am an<br />

avid supporter of the arts and charitable causes,<br />

especially those regarding children, and through<br />

my dealership I plan on displaying local art and<br />

hosting charity events that we can feature and<br />

auction art pieces to donate to charity.<br />

Luxury-Performance<br />

AUTOMOTIVE Group<br />

1800 N. Federal Hwy.<br />

Delray Beach, FL 33483<br />

561-926-9599<br />

www.lpautogroup.com


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POSH<br />

properties<br />

BANYAN RESTAURANT<br />

& BAR<br />

By Patrick Smaling<br />

Greetings, my name is Patrick Smaling, a<br />

local native with a profound love for the<br />

South Florida real estate market. Growing<br />

up in this area I have watched many cities and<br />

neighborhoods develop and change over the years<br />

giving me very detailed knowledge of the current<br />

local markets as well as forecasted future conditions.<br />

Prior to getting into the Real Estate world<br />

I was a small business owner in the customer<br />

service industry and I have continued to build my<br />

Real Estate business with the same ethics. My goal<br />

is to provide all of my clients with a service that is<br />

redefined and un-paralleled. Buying and selling a<br />

property is one of the biggest transactions most<br />

people will do in their lifetime and I take pride in<br />

clients giving me their trust to make it a smooth,<br />

tactical, and fiscal financial move. The Posh Properties<br />

family has been very welcoming and I am<br />

extremely excited to start forwarding my knowledge<br />

to the local Delray Beach Community. I want<br />

to sell you more than just your dream property, I<br />

want to sell you your dream lifestyle!<br />

PATRICK Smaling, Realtor<br />

Posh Properties<br />

103 NE 2nd Ave<br />

Delray Beach, FL 33444<br />

954-304-3114<br />

patrick@poshflorida.com<br />

By Joseph LoRe, Owner/Manager<br />

am Joseph Lore, a North Jersey native and a<br />

graduate of St Peter’s University in Jersey City.<br />

I am married to Eloina and we have 2 boys<br />

and we have been living in Delray Beach for over<br />

3 years now. I have over 15 years of restaurant<br />

experience, both out front and out back, having<br />

operated, managed and consulted for a number<br />

of restaurants, lounges, and nightclubs in the New<br />

York metropolitan area. Initially as a Delray Beach<br />

resident I held the position of manager at the Atlantic<br />

Grille in the Seagate Hotel where I first met<br />

our Executive Chef James Skarulis. My Atlantic<br />

Grille experience and understanding of the Delray<br />

Beach food culture solidified my intent to bring a<br />

taste of New York and my own family recipes to<br />

town. With my history in the nightlife scene in<br />

Manhattan and Miami, this new venue can transition<br />

from dining to a vibrant nightlife experience<br />

with late night DJs and bottle service slated for the<br />

near future. Once a sapling of a restaurant concept,<br />

now emerges this beautiful open air experience<br />

under the Banyan Tree.<br />

BANYAN RESTAURANT & BAR<br />

189 NE 2nd Ave<br />

Delray Beach, Fl<br />

561-563-8871<br />

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► lOCAls only ║ delray under $50<br />

delray under $50<br />

By Darien Davies<br />

{<br />

Now that Delray Beach is a rising star in the art, culture and social<br />

scene, it might seem a little difficult to find affordable activities, shops<br />

or restaurants. I am here to prove you wrong. Delray Beach offers a mix<br />

of high-end boutiques with laid-back restaurants, and events for the<br />

whole family or nightclubs for night owls. Here is what you can do in<br />

Delray Beach in February for $50 or less.<br />

It may be winter in other parts of the<br />

country but it’s always a shade of summer<br />

in Florida. Instead of being a victim<br />

to the sun, grab a seat under an umbrella<br />

and watch others sweat it out. February is<br />

Beat the Heat Month and is a perfect time<br />

to enjoy a cold cocktail and hopefully a bit<br />

of a breeze while others serve and volley<br />

their way to a win. The Delray Beach Open<br />

is held February 17-26 and is the world’s<br />

only 10-day tennis event consisting of an<br />

ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals)<br />

Champions Tour and an ATP World Tour<br />

event. The schedule builds up to the finals<br />

events on the last weekend, so if you have<br />

the time to watch the entire event, you’ve<br />

got a lot of exciting tennis on your hands.<br />

Ticket prices start around $25 for box or<br />

reserved seats, per day, which is a pretty<br />

sweet deal considering you’ll be in the<br />

presence of Raonic, Del Potro, Karlovic, the<br />

Bryan brothers, Fish, Gonzalez, and many<br />

more notable players. The event is televised<br />

nationally on the Tennis Channel, and<br />

internationally in more than 120 countries,<br />

so it’s kind of a big deal. Lucky us that it’s<br />

in our backyard! The Delray Beach Tennis<br />

Center is located at 201 W. Atlantic Ave.<br />

Visit www.yellowtennisball.com or call<br />

(561) 330-6000 for more information and<br />

to purchase tickets.<br />

I’ll say it. Relationships are difficult,<br />

but undeniably rewarding, which is<br />

why we all love to love. If you want to<br />

get insight into another relationship (you<br />

know, just to make sure you’re not the<br />

crazy one), you’ve got a great date night<br />

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in your near future. February is Relationship<br />

Wellness Month and we’re fortunate<br />

enough that the Delray Beach Playhouse<br />

is featuring The Odd Couple, a comedy<br />

by Neil Simon, for our viewing pleasure.<br />

When Neil Simon’s brother Danny was a<br />

young writer in New York, he shared an<br />

apartment with a newly divorced friend.<br />

One night, while watching his brother<br />

and the ill-matched roommate exchanging<br />

sarcastic quips, Neil thought that<br />

this exchange is funnier than a play. And,<br />

thus, The Odd Couple was born. The play<br />

is about two friends with such contrary<br />

personalities that simple co-existence becomes<br />

a daily ordeal. The NY Daily News<br />

has called this play “wildly, irresistibly, incredibly<br />

and continuously funny,” and the<br />

roommates’ relationship has become<br />

one of the iconic relationships in<br />

American comedy. The Delray<br />

Beach Playhouse is celebrating<br />

70 years in business so<br />

it’s safe to say they know<br />

how to show the audience<br />

a good time. Tickets are $30<br />

per person and the play runs<br />

from February 4-19. The Delray<br />

Beach Playhouse is located<br />

at 950 N.W. Ninth St. Visit<br />

www.delraybeachplayhouse.<br />

com or call (561) 272-1281 for<br />

more information.<br />

Oh, pizza, you hold a special<br />

place in my heart (and on my<br />

hips) and I will never forget our<br />

deep dish love affair. February 9 is National<br />

Pizza Day and is a great time to revisit<br />

all of our local pizza restaurants and get<br />

some go-to favorites so you’re ready when<br />

the time strikes. Pizza Rustica dishes up<br />

one of my favorite slices on the Avenue<br />

but there are so many to choose from you<br />

might have to frequent often to even make<br />

a dent in the dough. My no-fail choice is<br />

the A Quattro Formaggi, which has asiago,<br />

creamy blue cheese, sharp Swiss and<br />

mozzarella cheese and diced tomatoes,<br />

Kalamata and Spanish green olives, for<br />

only $5.65 for the slice. Best part is that<br />

Pizza Rustica is open until the wee morning<br />

hours so you can indulge after a night<br />

on the town. The pizza train is now moving<br />

along to Scuola Vecchia, where you can


get old school Italian pizzas for your eating pleasure. The<br />

Keste is amazing and features imported fresh buffalo mozzarella,<br />

tomato sauce, prosciutto di parma, arugula, shaved<br />

gran cru, extra virgin olive oil and basil for $19 for the pie.<br />

Sharing is not an option. If you’re with a group and need<br />

large pies, head to Sazio and order one of their specialty<br />

pizzas. The Sazio has sundried tomatoes, red onions, grilled<br />

chicken, goat cheese, mozzarella and sauce and is $19.50 for<br />

the large. Whatever your pizza pleasure, you’re sure to sink<br />

your teeth into something that gets your pizza motor running.<br />

Visit www.downtowndelraybeach.com for restaurant<br />

location and information. Or, just follow your nose.<br />

You either love it or hate it, but either way, it’s here. Every<br />

day should be Valentine’s Day, but if you want to<br />

show a little more effort on February 14, here’s a little<br />

nighttime game plan complete with a sexy menu so hopefully<br />

you get the ROI you were looking for. Start the night at Caffe<br />

Luna Rosa with a glass of champagne and intimate conversation<br />

as the beach breeze envelopes the two of you. Then, stroll<br />

to City Oyster and order a platter of the oysters on the half<br />

shell (market price) and get your love drive really humming.<br />

(Another glass of champagne shouldn’t hurt, either.) Once<br />

done, turn the corner to El Camino and order their guacamole,<br />

which is made to order so you can have it spicy or classic, for<br />

$9. Wash it down with their strawberry-basil margarita with<br />

Corazon Blanco, strawberries, Cocchi Rosa and Swank Farms<br />

basil for $11. Now you’ve got the pants party started. If you’re<br />

still in the frisky food mood, head to Carpe Diem and split the<br />

Chevre Chaud salad with organic greens and arugula, warm<br />

goat cheese, grape tomatoes, apples, caramelized walnuts,<br />

dried cranberries and raisins, and raspberry dressing for $13.<br />

Another glass of wine should be in order, don’t you think? Finish<br />

your culinary night with an espresso at Subculture Coffee<br />

and to-go chocolates from Kilwins and you’ve got the recipe<br />

for a night nightcap at home. Enjoy the night, and, you’re welcome.<br />

Visit www.downtowndelraybeach.com for restaurant<br />

locations and information.<br />

I<br />

can cook all day, every day. But baking? No thanks. You<br />

can keep your precise measurements and sweet treats.<br />

Thankfully there are tons of bakeries on the Ave so you<br />

don’t have to bake if you don’t want to. February is Bake for<br />

Family Fun Month and is a great time to leave the baking to<br />

the professionals. Start your journey at Grandma’s Treasures,<br />

a local German deli/bakery that features a rotating menu of<br />

the season’s best offerings. You’ll find cakes, individual bread<br />

pudding, pies, chocolate and lemon crinkle cookies, and much<br />

more. If you are still looking for a taste from across the pond,<br />

head to The French Bakery and Café for artisanal pastries including<br />

chocolate croissants, white chocolate pistachio croissants,<br />

tarts with baked fruits, coconut macarons, and much<br />

more. If you are drooling for more traditional baked goods,<br />

head to Two Fat Cookies, where you’ll find cookies, cakes,<br />

cake pops, and specialty items. Indulge in strawberry mousse<br />

towers, tiramisu tartlets, Hawaiian cheese squares, or turtle<br />

cupcakes, among others. Bring the family along so you can<br />

try more items without turning into a dessert monster. Visit<br />

www.downtowndelraybeach.com for restaurant locations<br />

and information.<br />

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APPENINGS HA<br />

► lOCAls only ║ happenings<br />

1-28 Shark Feeding - Tues-<br />

Sat - 10:30am, Sun1:30pm-<br />

$5. Alligator Feeding –<br />

Wed & Sat 1pm. 561-274-7263,<br />

sandowayhouse.org<br />

1-28 Sandoway DiSCOVEry<br />

Center Jr. Shark Biologist<br />

– Wed & Sun 3:15pm. Free. Designed<br />

as a mock shark study,<br />

students will be given the task<br />

of collecting, examining their<br />

“sharks”, recording data and<br />

tagging. 561-274-7263, sandowayhouse.org<br />

1-28 Pickleball – $3-4. Call<br />

for times. Pompey Park Community<br />

Center. 561-243-7356.<br />

Delray Beach Community<br />

Center. 561-243-7250. Delray<br />

Beach Tennis Center 561-243-<br />

7360.mydelraybeach.com<br />

1-28 Cruise aboard Delray<br />

Yacht Cruises – Daily<br />

sightseeing cruises at 10:30am<br />

& 1pm. $21-24. delraybeachcruises.com<br />

1-28 Murder on the bEACh<br />

Booksignings – Join Murder<br />

on the Beach Mystery Bookstore<br />

for various book signings<br />

and book clubs throughout the<br />

month. Call for details. 561-<br />

279-7790, murderonthebeach.<br />

com<br />

2 “FabriCAted” Opening<br />

Reception at The Cornell<br />

Museum at Old School<br />

Square – 7-9 pm. $10. Meet<br />

some of the “Fabricated” exhibition<br />

artists and preview<br />

extraordinary fiber art by national<br />

artists. 561-243-7922,<br />

oldschoolsquare.org<br />

2,9,16,23 Delray Marketplace<br />

Music Fests –<br />

6-8pm. Join us in the Delray<br />

Marketplace Amphitheater<br />

on Thursdays in Feb for FREE<br />

concerts! 561-865-4613, delraymarket.com<br />

2,9,16,23 Sumi-e Ink Painting<br />

– Floral: 10:30am–<br />

12:30pm, Landscape: 1:30pm–<br />

3:30pm Tickets are $60<br />

(Members $55), advance registration<br />

required. Sumi-e, literally<br />

“charcoal drawing,” is a<br />

form of Japanese ink painting<br />

brought from China in the 12th<br />

century. Students learn to grind<br />

their own ink and execute the<br />

primary sumi-e brushstrokes<br />

to capture the beauty of flowers<br />

and bamboo and to mimic<br />

sweeping landscapes. For a list<br />

of required materials or to register,<br />

visit morikami.org.<br />

3 First Friday Art Walk in<br />

Downtown Delray – 6pm-<br />

9pm. Stroll throughout downtown<br />

Delray. 561-243-1077,<br />

downtowndelraybeach.com/<br />

events<br />

3 Delray Bash Benefiting<br />

the American Lung Association<br />

– $50. 7pm. Join us<br />

for an evening of great food,<br />

fine wine, beer, spirits and live<br />

entertainment. delraybash.com<br />

5,19 Sado Tea Ceremony<br />

8 The Doo Wop Project at<br />

Class – Individual appointments<br />

begin at 10:15am. Price:<br />

3-5 Pump Boys and Dinettes<br />

at the Crest The-<br />

School Square – $47-67.<br />

the Crest Theatre at Old<br />

$55 (Members $50), advance<br />

atre at Old School Square<br />

The Doo Wop Project is street<br />

registration required. Learn to<br />

– $52-62. The ‘Pump Boys’ sell<br />

corner singing -- from Bop to<br />

perform traditional Japanese<br />

high octane on Highway 57 in<br />

Pop… for a whole new generation!<br />

561-243-7922, old-<br />

Trolley – 10am- $25. Spady<br />

11 Ride and Remember<br />

tea ceremony in the authentic<br />

Grand Ole Opry country and<br />

Seishin-an Tea House. Tea Cer-<br />

the ‘Dinettes’, Prudie and Rhetschoolsquare.org<br />

Museum. When you board<br />

PENINGS HAPP<br />

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taCupp, run the Double Cupp<br />

diner next door. 561-243-7922,<br />

oldschoolsquare.org<br />

4 2nd Annual Run to The<br />

Rescue 5k – 7am. $10-25.5K<br />

run/1 mile walk hosted by the<br />

Harrigan Foundation. harriganfoundation.com/run-to-therescue<br />

4,5,11,12,18,19 Artists in<br />

the Park – 10am-4:30pm.<br />

Free. Join the Delray Art League<br />

at Veterans Park. Come browse<br />

and purchase original works<br />

from some of the finest artists<br />

South Florida has to offer! delrayartleague.com<br />

4,11,18,25 Delray Beach<br />

GreenMarket – 9am-2pm.<br />

The GreenMarket is an open<br />

air marketplace located at Old<br />

School Square Park. delraycra.<br />

org/greenmarket<br />

4-19 Delray Beach Playhouse<br />

Presents “The<br />

Odd Couple” – 2pm & 8pm.<br />

$30.561-272-1281 Ext. 4, delraybeachplayhouse.com<br />

4 Arts Garage Presents<br />

Maria Rivas Quartet – $30-<br />

45. 8pm. Latin Jazz. 561-450-<br />

6357, artsgarage.org<br />

emony Workshop (offered in<br />

Nov., Jan., and Mar.) is a prerequisite<br />

for this class. To register<br />

please call 561.233.1367.<br />

5,12,19,26 Brunch Cruises<br />

aboard Delray Yacht<br />

Cruises – 10:30am. Enjoy<br />

brunch along the intracoastal.<br />

$36-46. delraybeachcruises.com<br />

7 Beginnings – A Chicago<br />

Tribute at the Crest Theatre at<br />

Old School Square - $35-45. In<br />

the fall of 2002, BEGINNINGS<br />

was born out of the love and respect<br />

for the music of one of the<br />

greatest American Rock bands<br />

of all time, CHICAGO. 561-243-<br />

7922, oldschoolsquare.org<br />

7 Delray Beach Playhouse<br />

Presents “Joan Rivers: Behind<br />

the Mask of Comedy”<br />

– 2pm. $25. 561-272-1281 Ext.<br />

4, delraybeachplayhouse.com<br />

7,14,21,28 Ikebana Flower<br />

Arrangement: Ikenobo<br />

School – 1:00pm–3:00pm.<br />

Price: $70 (Members $60);<br />

Flower fee: $80, advance registration<br />

required. Flower<br />

arrangement, ikebana, is a<br />

traditional Japanese art. The<br />

Ikenobo School is the oldest<br />

and most traditional. Students<br />

in this course learn the basic<br />

principles and styles of Ikenobo,<br />

creating fresh flower arrangements<br />

each week to take<br />

home and enjoy. For a list of required<br />

materials or to register,<br />

visit morikami.org.<br />

8 Delray Beach Playhouse<br />

Presents “Sibling Harmony:<br />

The Everly Brothers<br />

Story & Song” – 2pm. $25.<br />

561-272-1281 Ext. 4, delraybeachplayhouse.com<br />

9 Delray Beach Chamber<br />

of Commerce ContACts<br />

& Cocktails at Carl’s Patio<br />

Delray Marketplace<br />

– 5:15-7pm. $10-20. It’s the<br />

best way to gain a broader<br />

awareness for your business<br />

and build relationships within<br />

the community. 561-278-0424,<br />

patty@delraybeach.com<br />

10 Delray bEACh Playhouse<br />

Presents “Once<br />

uPOn a Posturpedic” –<br />

2pm. $25. Pillow talk is fine<br />

and dandy, but do couples really<br />

have to share everything?<br />

Billy and Flo’s new mattress is<br />

quite comfy, but the conversation?<br />

Not so much. 561-272-<br />

1281 Ext. 4, delraybeachplayhouse.com<br />

10&24 SAVOr Our City Popcorn<br />

and Wine Pairing –<br />

7-9pm. $20-25. Popcorn and<br />

wine are the new key ingredients<br />

in the recipe for rest and<br />

relaxation. The Original Popcorn<br />

House. savorourcity.com<br />

11 Pledge for PEACE Bike<br />

Ride – 11am-1pm. Free. Join<br />

us for a community bike ride<br />

through Delray Beach! Learn<br />

about the history of our community<br />

as we make stops along<br />

the way. Help our community<br />

pledge for peace. Start at<br />

Pompey Park. facebook.com/<br />

events/1635529583410110


APPENINGS HAP<br />

the “Ride & Remember” Trolley<br />

Tour, the history of Delray<br />

Beach comes alive! 561-279-<br />

8883, spadymuseum.com<br />

11 SAVOr Our City Taste<br />

Atlantic Avenue – 11am-<br />

2pm. $65. Enjoy a walking tour<br />

of Delray Beach and indulge in<br />

tastes from 5-7 stops along the<br />

way. savorourcity.com<br />

14 Valentine’s Day Jazz<br />

Cruise – 6pm. $90.Surprise<br />

your special someone with<br />

dinner & jazz aboard the Lady<br />

Atlantic. Delray Yacht Cruises.<br />

Reservations required: 561-<br />

243-0686<br />

14 Valentine’s Day SHED<br />

Sessions at the Spady Museum<br />

– 8-11pm. $10. Jam sessions<br />

will welcome other local<br />

musicians to sit in with their<br />

instruments. 561-279-8883,<br />

spadymuseum.com<br />

14 Arts Garage Presents<br />

lOSton Harris – $30-45.<br />

7:30pm. Jazz. For this special<br />

Valentine’s Day show, the suave<br />

singer and pianist presents a<br />

blend of love songs from the<br />

Great American Songbook.<br />

Joining him onstage are Gianluca<br />

Renzi on bass and Mike Lee<br />

on tenor saxophone. 561-450-<br />

6357, artsgarage.org<br />

16 The Sounds of Soul at<br />

the Crest Theatre at Old<br />

School Square – $35-45.<br />

8pm. 561-243-7922, oldschoolsquare.org<br />

17-19 Xanadu at the Crest<br />

Theatre at Old School<br />

Square – $35-45. 8pm. This<br />

Tony Award-nominated, hilarious,<br />

musical adventure is<br />

about following your dreams<br />

despite the limitations others<br />

set for you. Performed by the<br />

Carbonell Award-Winning Slow<br />

Burn Theatre Co., the original<br />

hit score was composed by<br />

pop-rock legends Jeff Lynne<br />

and John Farrar. 561-243-<br />

7922, oldschoolsquare.org<br />

17-26 Delray Beach Open<br />

– The world’s only 10-day tennis<br />

event consisting of an ATP<br />

Champions Tour and an ATP<br />

World Tour event. 561-330-<br />

6000, yellowtennisball.com<br />

18 Spady Living Heritage<br />

FestiVAl – 1-5pm. Free. Bring<br />

the kids; bring the grandparents!<br />

The Spady Living Heritage<br />

Festival is a free, family affair<br />

during Black History Month.<br />

This party is an annual event by<br />

the Spady Museum, dedicated<br />

to the history of African, Caribbean<br />

and Haitian people. 561-<br />

279-8883, spadymuseum.com<br />

18 Arts Garage Presents<br />

Dr. Michael White New<br />

Orleans Jazz Quartet –<br />

$30-45. 8pm. New Orleans Jazz.<br />

561-450-6357, artsgarage.org<br />

19,26 Art of Bonsai: Intermediate<br />

– Intermediate<br />

9:00am–12:00pm. Beginners<br />

1:00pm–4:00pm. Price: $91<br />

(Members $81), advance registration<br />

required. The ancient<br />

art of bonsai (literally “tree in<br />

a tray”) creates the illusion of<br />

maturity in a tree, no matter its<br />

actual age. For a list of required<br />

materials or to register, visit<br />

morikami.org.<br />

19 CROS Ministries – Raise<br />

Your Glass to End Hunger- 6pm<br />

-9pm at Old School Square,<br />

Fieldhouse. Tickets are $40 in<br />

advance ($50.00 at door).<br />

20 USTA Kidz Day at the Delray<br />

Beach Open – 8:30am-<br />

4pm. $10-20.Since the kids are<br />

off for Presidents Day, why not<br />

join us for a fun-filled day of<br />

kidz tennis matches & activities<br />

at the ECTF / USTA Florida<br />

KIDZ Day! yellowtennisballl.<br />

com/kidz-day<br />

22 Chamber Tennis Bash<br />

– 5:45-7:45pm. $28-68. Join<br />

your fellow Chamber Members<br />

at the 10th Annual CHAMBER<br />

BASH held in the ‘Hospitality<br />

Pavilion’, at the Delray Beach<br />

Open. 561-278-0424, delraybeach.com<br />

22 Delray Speaks: A Community<br />

Conversation<br />

– 7-8pm. Delray Speaks is a<br />

community forum intended<br />

to encourage open dialogue<br />

about relevant topics affecting<br />

residents and visitors of South<br />

Florida. 561-279-8883, spadymuseum.com<br />

22&23 Delray Beach Open<br />

Ladies Day Lunches – 11am.<br />

$69-84. Gather and gab with<br />

your girlfriends at one of the<br />

most popular events at the<br />

Delray Beach Open. Includes<br />

stadium court seats to the day’s<br />

matches, luncheon, ATP player<br />

appearances, raffle prizes &<br />

more! yellowtennisball.com/<br />

ladies-days-luncheons<br />

24 Arts Garage Presents<br />

Tony Lakotos – $30-45. 8pm.<br />

Gypsy Jazz. 561-450-6357,<br />

artsgarage.org<br />

24 Delirious JAPAn: Art<br />

Deco in the Imperial Era<br />

— A Talk by Dr. Kendall<br />

Brown – 1:00pm. Price: FREE<br />

with paid museum admission<br />

(seating is limited, first come<br />

first served). In conjunction<br />

with the current exhibition,<br />

Deco Japan: Shaping Art and<br />

Culture, 1920-1945, Dr. Brown<br />

explores Japanese Art Deco<br />

in the 1930s and early 1940s<br />

as an expression of Japan’s<br />

internationalism and nationalism.<br />

It presents Japanese<br />

Deco in terms of the art of the<br />

street, the museum, the cultured<br />

home, and the modern<br />

woman. It augments objects in<br />

the exhibition by showing Art<br />

Deco masterpieces in Japanese<br />

museums, and concludes with<br />

Japanese Deco collectibles.<br />

24-26 51st Annual St. Vincent<br />

Ferrer Church FestiVAl<br />

– The festival features<br />

great live entertainment, food<br />

and beverage, amusement<br />

rides, flea market, kids corner,<br />

lucky races, games, contests,<br />

and so much more. festivaldelray.com<br />

24-26 Sunshine State Open<br />

bEACh Tennis IFBT – 8AM-<br />

5:30PM on the Beach.$15-30.<br />

Played during the Delray<br />

Beach Open. https://www.<br />

eventbrite.com/e/sunshinestate-open-beach-tennis-ifbttickets-31109136264<br />

25 Milagro Center is<br />

the beneficiary for the<br />

HEARTSHOW in downtown<br />

Delray! – At the Fieldhouse<br />

at Old School Square. You can<br />

purchase your tickets at www.<br />

heartshow.org. Hope to see you<br />

all there! http://www.milagrocenter.org/milagro-center-tobenefit-from-this-years-heartshow-event<br />

25 The 9th Hobbit Skate<br />

Tournament – 3-6pm. $5.<br />

Live Music, Prizes, Give-a-ways,<br />

Food and Fun! Skate Jam will<br />

include a beginner, intermediate<br />

and advanced levels. Hobbit<br />

Skate Park. 561-243-7158<br />

25 Catch A Rising Star<br />

Comedy presents Julia<br />

Scotti at the Crest Theatre<br />

at Old School Square<br />

– $47-67. 8pm. 561-243-7922,<br />

oldschoolsquare.org<br />

25 Arts Garage Presents<br />

Valentina Marino Quintet<br />

– $30-45. 8pm. Brazilian Jazz.<br />

The Italian jazz vocalist brings<br />

her Mediterranean roots to cutting<br />

edge jazz. Marino is a musical<br />

gypsy, fusing jazz with the<br />

energetic vibes and rhythms<br />

of Tango and Brazilian music,<br />

along with pop tunes. 561-<br />

450-6357, artsgarage.org<br />

26 Delray Marketplace<br />

yOga in the Park – 2:30pm.<br />

Free. Delray Marketplace Amphitheater,<br />

presented by Teens<br />

of Pink Ribbon. All levels are<br />

welcome, just bring your towel,<br />

mat and positivity. delraymarket.com<br />

28 Delray Beach Chamber<br />

of Commerce 2017 Candidates<br />

Forum – 6:30-8:30pm.<br />

Free. This forum offers a great<br />

way to meet the candidates<br />

and to learn their priorities for<br />

the City of Delray Beach. Invite<br />

your friends and neighbors to<br />

attend, as the forum is open to<br />

the public at the Crest Theatre<br />

at Old School Square. 561-278-<br />

0424, delraybeach.com<br />

Exhibits:<br />

1-28 Delray Beach Historical<br />

Society Presents: Fish<br />

tAles – $5. Thus - Sat, 11am<br />

- 3pm. An exploration of area<br />

fishing! 561-274-9578, delraybeachhistory.org<br />

3-April 22 “Fabricated”<br />

at The Cornell Museum<br />

at Old School Square –<br />

$5.Tues-Sun, 10 am – 4:30 pm;<br />

closed Mon. 561-243-7922,<br />

OldSchoolSquare.org<br />

1-May 6 Opening Doors:<br />

Contemporary African<br />

American ACADEmic Surgeons<br />

– $10. Tues-Sat 11am-<br />

4pm. 561-279-8883, spadymuseum.com<br />

ENINGS HAPPE<br />

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161/173 SE 5th Ave - Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $2,495,000<br />

Investors wanted for this double lot 4 plex and 5 plex, only<br />

steps to trendy Atlantic Ave and short stroll to beach.<br />

400 Seasage Dr. - Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $825,000<br />

Private listing of 2 bed/2 bath waterfront condominium. 2<br />

blocks to beach, short stroll to Atlantic Ave.<br />

945 Brookdale - Boynton Isles<br />

Asking - $749,000<br />

Magnificant deep waterfront home, 10 minutes to the<br />

Boynton Inlet and world class fishing.<br />

255 Swinton - Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $629,000<br />

Stunning cottage in Heart of Historic Downton Delray<br />

Beach! Mixed-use abilities, working fireplace.<br />

72 Se 6th - Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $549,900<br />

Sophisticated and charming, well maintained Downtown<br />

Delray, 3 Bedroom, 3 1/2 bath townhome.<br />

837 NW 82nd Place - Boca Raton<br />

Asking - $424,900<br />

Unbelievable 2 story town home, 3 bed/3bth<br />

with private courtyard and hardwood floors.<br />

Jerilyn Walter<br />

Broker/Owner<br />

Anthony Aliberti<br />

Realtor®<br />

Tiffany Savino<br />

Realtor®<br />

Samantha Johnsen<br />

Realtor®<br />

Susie Fernandes<br />

Realtor®<br />

Andrew Davis<br />

Realtor®<br />

Sheryl Pinatel<br />

Realtor®<br />

645 Jaeger - Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $319,000<br />

Lovely 2 bed/2bth home with large screened lanai and<br />

fenced yard, new roof and impact windows<br />

17288 Boca Club - Boca Raton<br />

Asking - $292,000<br />

Spacious and Bright! Unique, stunning water/preserve/golf<br />

course views, impeccably remodeled unit.<br />

950 Lavers Circle - Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $207,000<br />

2 bed/2 Bath condo, with large porch. Split bedroom, large<br />

open kitchen, stainless appliances, full size washer/dryer.<br />

131 Venetian - Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $3,000 off Season Rental<br />

Beautiful Beach area 3 bed/ 2 bath villa, with private fenced<br />

yard and outdoor shower. Completely remodeled.<br />

1111 George Bush - Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $3,500 - Annually<br />

Water, Water everywhere from every room in this 2 story<br />

townhome inthe beach area. Large granite kitchen.<br />

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103 NE 2nd Avenue - Delray Beach, FL - 33444<br />

285 Se 6th #B -Delray Beach<br />

Asking $ 3,800 - Annually<br />

Downtown residence close to everything, beautifully furnished,<br />

turnkey. 3 bed / 3 bath, 2 car garage, steps to pool.


Experience You Expect,<br />

Work Ethic You Deserve<br />

561-330-4731 | www.poshflorida.com<br />

225 NE 1st St. - Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $724,900<br />

Downtown Penthouse in desirable Astor. 3 bed/3 bath<br />

with private rooftop terrace. Walk to everything.<br />

335 Homewood- Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $699,000<br />

Unbelievable private residence offers an oversized private<br />

lot, with circular driveway, 2 car garage.<br />

602 Renaissance - Delray Beach<br />

Asking- $699,000<br />

Fabulous downtown residence, walk to everything.<br />

Upscale town home offers views of pool and courtyard.<br />

1110 SW 24th Ct. - Boynton Beach<br />

Asking $399,000<br />

Large waterfront courtyard home<br />

with private pool and in-law suite.<br />

5415 214th Court S - Boca Raton<br />

Asking $369,000<br />

Fabulous 3 bed/2.5 bath,2 Car garage, two story home in<br />

gated community of Fairfield. Spanish River School district<br />

7790 Trapani Lane - Boynton Beach<br />

Asking - $359,900<br />

Beautiful 3bed/2bth lake front home at Ponte Vecchio West,<br />

Large screened, lanai, 2 car gar, gated community.<br />

Jessie Franklin<br />

Broker/Associate<br />

Joe Mansour<br />

Realtor®<br />

Nicole Davis<br />

Realtor®<br />

Emily Gurvitch<br />

Realtor®<br />

Robert Kelley<br />

Realtor®<br />

Michelle Greenwald<br />

Realtor®<br />

Alyson Meyer<br />

Realtor®<br />

Patrick Smaling<br />

Realtor®<br />

2255 Lindell -Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $184,000<br />

You will love living in Delray Racquet Club, 2 bed/2 bath,<br />

Screened patio offers amazing garden and pool views.<br />

5280 Mariesa Avenue - West Palm Beach<br />

Asking $125,000<br />

Lovely 2 bed/ 2 bath, in desirable adult community of Cypress<br />

Lakes, Quiet neighborhood, corner lot, Amenities galore.<br />

Pugliesi Way - Astor Office - $5.9m<br />

Over 10k sq. ft of class A office space, only steps<br />

to downtown, beautifully built out, ample parking<br />

305 Mallory - Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $4,000 - Annually<br />

Gorgeous Mallory Square Town Home, with courtyard<br />

views, this corner unit has tons of light.<br />

125 Lily - Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $4,600 Annually<br />

Beautiful new construction corner unit 3 Bed, 3 1/2 Bath<br />

Townhome located in desirable Pineapple Grove.<br />

50 Palm Square- Delray Beach<br />

Asking - $5,000 monthly annually<br />

Asking - $10,000 Seasonally<br />

Beautiful and large historic home only steps to the Ave.<br />

103 NE 2nd Avenue - Delray Beach, FL - 33444<br />

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pictures ║ on the ave<br />

on the ave<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Photos: Melissa Korman<br />

1-Laura, Dr. Manolakos @<br />

Gold Coast Dermatology<br />

2- Priscella, Gianna @ One<br />

Aveda<br />

3-Jenne, Clint @ Delray<br />

Hideaway<br />

4-Nina, Jen, Elaine @<br />

Second Time Around<br />

5-Diana, Linda, Margie,<br />

Kim @ Douglas Ellirman<br />

3 4<br />

6-Kim, Antonio, Sandy @<br />

Premier Estate Properties<br />

7-Kimberly @ Etc. Gift<br />

Shop at the Seagate<br />

8- Sebastian, Nicki,<br />

Prescott, Dana, Jesus @<br />

Atlantic Grille<br />

9- Jeff @ Dash Travel<br />

5<br />

6 7<br />

8<br />

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pictures ║ on the ave<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Photos: Melissa Korman<br />

1- Matt, Rich, Michael,<br />

Jonathon @ Delray Boxing<br />

2- Regina, Morgan @<br />

European Wax Center<br />

3- Sebastian, Will, Juan,<br />

Drew, Matt, Mike, Jonathan<br />

@ Mercedes Benz Delray<br />

Service Team<br />

3<br />

4<br />

4- Andrea, Danny, Tara @<br />

Massage Heights<br />

5- Austin, Brianna, Joe @<br />

Slash Fitness<br />

6- Will, Edwardo, Frank,<br />

Lisbeth, Penny @ Puro’s<br />

Cigars<br />

7- Lynette, Maria @ Dr.<br />

Tzikas MD<br />

8- Sarah, Summer, Nancy<br />

@ Garlic Fest Central<br />

5<br />

6<br />

7<br />

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pictures ║ in the pineapple grove arts district<br />

in the pineapple<br />

grove arts district<br />

1 2<br />

Photos: Melissa Korman<br />

1- Anthony, Sam @ Posh<br />

Properties<br />

2- Joe, Anna, Valentia, Mary<br />

Ann, Whitney @ In The Grove<br />

Hair Salon<br />

3- Peter, Bob @ Conte’s Deli<br />

4- Stacey @ Murder On The<br />

Beach Mystery Bookstore<br />

5- Paola, Striling @<br />

Pineapple Grove Post Office<br />

3<br />

4<br />

6- KK, Alex @ Christina’s<br />

7- Tom @ The Goldsmith<br />

Shop<br />

8- Sandy, Jeff @ Swift<br />

Cleaners<br />

9- Brian, Danny @ Lanzetta’s<br />

Barbershop<br />

5<br />

6 7<br />

8 9<br />

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pictures ║ In the pineapple grove artists district<br />

1 2<br />

Photos: Melissa Korman<br />

1- Debra, Jeff @ Banyan<br />

Restaurant<br />

2- Isadora, Christine @<br />

Hair Nirvana<br />

3- Gentry, Antonio @<br />

Lanzetta’s Barbershop<br />

4- Nicole, Dianne @ Dianne<br />

Adams Salon<br />

3<br />

4<br />

5- Barry, Esais @<br />

Lanzetta’s Barbershop<br />

6- Rhonda @ Changing<br />

Faces Makeup<br />

7- Susan @ Get Nails<br />

8- Sean, Gabriel, Joseph,<br />

Elo, Raphael Chef James,<br />

Rob @ Banyans<br />

9- Nicole, Fee, Jennifer @<br />

Nicole’s Boutique<br />

5<br />

6<br />

7<br />

8 9<br />

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entertainment ║ gotta know<br />

Gotta Know<br />

First Friday Art Walk in<br />

Downtown Delray Beach<br />

The February 3rd First Friday<br />

Art Walk in Downtown Delray<br />

Beach features an evening of art,<br />

education and relaxation with the<br />

participation of 29 galleries and artists,<br />

special exhibits, offerings and<br />

promotions.<br />

The First Friday Art Walk is a<br />

self-guided tour held every month,<br />

from 6 - 9 p.m. Stroll through art<br />

galleries and working studios, and<br />

meet talented, local artists that<br />

make-up this award-winning arts<br />

town. Navigate your way through<br />

the myriad styles of art in the Downtown<br />

Delray Beach Arts District:<br />

Artists Alley (corner of 3rd Street &<br />

“Artists Alley” between NE 3rd Ave<br />

& NE 4th Ave), Pineapple Grove (NE<br />

2nd Avenue), and Atlantic Avenue.<br />

This is a FREE event (no ticket, pass,<br />

coupon required) – just show up<br />

and start wherever you’d like!<br />

Art Walk Brochure & Map available<br />

at all participating galleries and<br />

studios, and online DowntownDelrayBeach.com/FirstFridayArtWalk,<br />

or phone the DDA at 561.243.1077.<br />

Saint Joseph’s Episcopal<br />

School’s Hurricane<br />

Matthew Relief Care<br />

Packages<br />

In December, students at Saint<br />

Joseph’s Episcopal School partnered<br />

with Pine Grove Elementary School<br />

SJES Sixth Grader MorGAn Gallagher,<br />

SJES Eighth Grader Natalie Claude-<br />

Banks, Pine Grove Elementary teacher<br />

Mrs. Michelle Georges-Sam, SJES<br />

Student Council President Gianna<br />

Smith, and SJES Head of School<br />

Kyle Aubrey proudly display care<br />

packages and clothes collected by<br />

sAint Joseph’s families for Hurricane<br />

Matthew relief in Haiti.<br />

in Delray Beach and PWOJE MKIE, a<br />

non-profit organization dedicated to<br />

creating real and lasting changes by<br />

fighting hunger for Haitian orphan<br />

children, to create care packages<br />

with hygiene items and clothes for<br />

children in Haiti affected by Hurricane<br />

Matthew. These packages were<br />

delivered to Pine Grove Elementary,<br />

where they were then packed and<br />

shipped to Haiti.<br />

Pledge For Peace<br />

Bike Ride<br />

Join us for a community bike ride<br />

through Delray Beach! Saturday,<br />

February 11 at 11am-1pm. Learn<br />

about the history of our community<br />

as we make stops along the way.<br />

Help our community pledge for<br />

peace by:<br />

-Sharing our community pride<br />

-Building mutual trust between<br />

residents (especially our youth) and<br />

the Delray Beach Police Department<br />

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-Learning about our<br />

mental health and the local<br />

organizations available for<br />

our support<br />

Following the bike ride,<br />

you’re invited for food,<br />

sports, swimming, and<br />

resources.<br />

Pompey Park Recreation<br />

Center is located at 1101<br />

NW 2nd St, Delray Beach,<br />

Florida 33444. Tickets<br />

Available at<br />

www.eventbrite.com.<br />

Don’t forget<br />

your bikes and<br />

helmets!<br />

The 9th Hobbit<br />

Skate Tournament<br />

Will be held on February<br />

25 from 3-6pm. at the<br />

Hobbit Skate Park, located<br />

at 505 SE 5th Ave. There<br />

is an entry Fee of $5.00<br />

for all skaters. Live Music,<br />

Prizes, Give-a-ways, Food<br />

and Fun! Skate<br />

Jam will include<br />

a beginner,<br />

intermediate and<br />

advanced levels.<br />

For more information<br />

call<br />

561-243-<br />

7158.<br />

Atlantic Ave Magazine On Vacation<br />

Thank you for all your submissions to Vacation With<br />

Atlantic Ave Magazine! Take Atlantic Ave Magazine<br />

on vacation with you and send us a picture with<br />

“On Vacation with Atlantic Ave” in the subject box to<br />

info@atlanticavemagazine.com<br />

and you will be entered in a drawing to win a gift<br />

certificate for dinner in a restaurant on the Ave!<br />

WINNER<br />

THE winner of Atlantic Ave Magazine on Vacation contest this month<br />

is Delray Beach resident Theresa Holbrook on vacation in Maui.<br />

Congratulations! Please contact info@atlanticavemagazine.com for<br />

details of where to send your prize.<br />

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entertainment ║ gotta see<br />

Gotta See<br />

Janet Montgomery<br />

“the space between us”<br />

By skip sheffield<br />

In all honesty, February is the dumping<br />

ground of new movie releases.<br />

However there are some good films<br />

that were screened early for awards voting<br />

that are just now making it to theaters.<br />

We will take note of a few of these.<br />

February 3<br />

“Rings” is one of those movies that<br />

will never be considered for any awards.<br />

Also known as Rings 3, it is a continuation<br />

of the franchise that has made a lot<br />

of money since 2002. A young woman is<br />

concerned her boyfriend is getting too<br />

deep in the dark subculture of a video<br />

tape that is said to kill its viewer in seven<br />

days. Actor Javier Guitierrez makes his<br />

directorial debut and the cast includes<br />

Johnny Galecki, Alex Roe, Matilda Lutz,<br />

Aimee Teegarden, Zach Roerg and Andrea<br />

Powell.<br />

A much better prospect is the science<br />

fiction film “The Space Between<br />

Us,” which was originally to be released<br />

in December, but held until now. It is<br />

described as a Romeo and Juliet story<br />

about the first human born on Mars<br />

and a streetwise girl in Colorado named<br />

Tulsa who is his Internet pen pal. Gardiner<br />

Elliott’s mother died in childbirth<br />

and he never knew his father. At age<br />

16 he decides to travel to Earth and<br />

go in search of his father with the help<br />

of Tulsa. But can he survive in Earth’s<br />

atmosphere? Peter Chelsom (“Hector<br />

and the Search for Happiness”) directs<br />

Asa Butterfield, Britt Robertson, Janet<br />

Montgomery, B.D. Wong, Carla Gugino<br />

and Gary Oldman.<br />

February 10<br />

Many people have been anticipating<br />

the sequel “Fifty Shades Darker.” Your<br />

wait is over. James Dornan and Dakota<br />

Johnson return as Christian Grey and<br />

his submissive love Anastasia Steele.<br />

In this sequel Ana has decided not to<br />

be so submissive and wounded Grey is<br />

wrestling with demons and disruptive<br />

forces such as former business partner<br />

and lover Elena Lincoln, played<br />

by Kim Basinger. Sam Taylor-Johnson<br />

bowed out as director. She is replaced<br />

by James Foley. The screenplay is written<br />

by Niall Leonard, husband of original<br />

novelist E.L. James. A third sequel is<br />

planned for 2018.<br />

What can you say about “The LEGO<br />

Batman Movie?” Let’s guess. It’s a Batman<br />

movie with Lego characters instead<br />

of real people. This spinoff of The Lego<br />

Movie of 2014 features the voices of Will<br />

Arnett as Batman, Michael Cera as Robin,<br />

Zach Galifiankis as The Joker, Rosario<br />

Dawson as Batgirl, Ralph Fiennes as Alfred<br />

Pennyworth and Mariah Carey<br />

as Mayor Marion Grange.<br />

Back by popular demand is Keanu<br />

Reeves in “John Wick: Chapter<br />

2.” We can only guess there<br />

will be more danger and mayhem<br />

for the former hitman-turned<br />

do-gooder, whom we first saw<br />

in 2014. Bridget Moynihan<br />

is Helen Wick and additional<br />

cast are Ruby Rose, Ares, Ian<br />

McShane, Common, John Leguizamo<br />

and Laurence Fishburne<br />

as The Bowery King.<br />

February 17<br />

“The Great Wall” of China<br />

is not a documentary but<br />

an action-thriller starring Matt<br />

Damon as a mercenary warrior<br />

imprisoned in the Great Wall. When<br />

marauding beasts begin attacking, he<br />

puts together an elite force to save the<br />

world. This is the first English language<br />

film for Zhang Yimou (“House of Flying<br />

Daggers”). The screenplay is by Marshall<br />

Herskovitz (“Jack Reacher: Never<br />

Go Back”) and the cast includes Willem<br />

Dafoe, Pedro Pascal, Andy Lau, Tian<br />

Jing and Ryan Cheng.<br />

“A Cure For Wellness” is a psychological<br />

drama about an ambitious young<br />

executive who is sent to fetch his company’s<br />

CEO from a lovely but mysterious<br />

“wellness center” in the Swiss Alps. His<br />

sanity is tested when he is diagnosed<br />

with the same alleged illness that keeps<br />

guests virtual prisoners, longing for a<br />

cure. This is director Gore Verbinski’s<br />

first movie since “The Ring” in 2002.<br />

Dane DeHaan, Mia Goth, Jason Isaacs,<br />

Celia Imrie, Susanne Wuest and Carl<br />

Lumley star.<br />

February 24<br />

“Get Out” is a horror-thriller about<br />

Chris (Daniel Kaluuya) and Rose (Allison<br />

Williams), a couple who have reached<br />

the meet-the-parents stage. Rose invites<br />

him to a weekend getaway at the family<br />

estate with parents Missy (Catherine<br />

Keener) and Dean (Bradley Whitford).<br />

What could go wrong? Well, for starters<br />

Chris is black and Rose is white and maybe<br />

the parents aren’t so tolerant. This<br />

is the directorial debut of Jordan Peele,<br />

who also wrote it.<br />

Sure, it happens all the time. “Rock<br />

Dog” is an animated feature about a Tibetan<br />

Mastiff who catches a radio that<br />

falls from the sky, inspiring him to follow<br />

his dream of becoming a musician. Voices<br />

are provided by Luke Wilson, Eddie Izzard,<br />

J.K. Simmons, Lewis Black, Kenan<br />

Thompson and Mae Whitman. Ash Brannon<br />

(“Surf’s Up”) directs.<br />

Oh boy, another car chase movie. At<br />

least the “Collide” cast looks good. Nicholas<br />

Hoult and Felicity Jones are Casey<br />

and Juliette, a young American couple in<br />

Germany who get in the middle of feuding<br />

gangsters, played by Anthony Hopkins<br />

and Ben Kingsley, resulting in the<br />

aforementioned cat-and-mouse chase<br />

across Germany. Writer-director is Eran<br />

Creevy (“Welcome to the Punch”).


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►<br />

entertainment ║ gotta HEAR<br />

Kristen<br />

Chenoweth<br />

February may not be the best time<br />

for movies, but it is prime time<br />

for concerts and live events. Who<br />

doesn’t want to be in Florida in February?<br />

February 1<br />

“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical”<br />

leads off the month for a run Wednesday,<br />

February 1 through Sunday, February 5 at<br />

Kravis Center in West Palm Beach. Tickets<br />

start at $32 with limited seating. Call 800-<br />

572-8471 or go to www.kravis.org.<br />

February 4<br />

She is called “The Queen of Mean,”<br />

but Lisa Lampanelli is actually a very nice<br />

person. Sarcasm and rude humor are part<br />

of her act. She brings her stand-up show<br />

to Seminole Hard Rock Live in Hollywood<br />

at 8 p.m. Saturday, February 4. Tickets<br />

are $40, $50 and $60. Call TicketMaster at<br />

800-745-3000 or go to www.myhrl.com.<br />

Actor Adam Devine of “Modern Family”<br />

does his stand-up act at 8 p.m. February<br />

4 at The Fillmore at Jackie Gleason<br />

Theatre in Miami Beach. Tickets are $35<br />

and $39.50. Call 800-745-3000.<br />

February 8<br />

All the way from Weston, Florida<br />

comes pop and rap entertainer Jake Miller,<br />

who at age 24 is a rising star. He plays<br />

The Fillmore at Jackie Gleason Theatre in<br />

Miami Beach with opening acts Max and<br />

Spencer Sutherland at 8 p.m. Wednesday,<br />

February 8. Tickets are $25 advance,<br />

$28 day of show. Call 800-745-3000.<br />

Gotta HearBy skip<br />

sheffield<br />

February 10<br />

Re-live the 1970s and 1980s with the<br />

Southern rock triple bill of Lynyrd Skynyrd,<br />

The Outlaws and Blackfoot at 7<br />

p.m. Friday, Feb. 10 at Pompano Beach<br />

Amphitheater. Tickets are $45 and $125.<br />

Call 800-745-3000.<br />

Get up close if not personal with Italian<br />

movie star icon Sophia Loren talking<br />

about her amazing life at 8 p.m. February<br />

10 at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek.<br />

Tickets are $75, $85, $100 and $250. Call<br />

800-653-8000.<br />

February 11<br />

Love him or hate him, New Age and<br />

World Music composer-pianist Yanni, a<br />

sometimes resident of Manalapan, Florida,<br />

has staying power. He plays the relatively<br />

intimate Parker Playhouse in Fort<br />

Lauderdale at 8 p.m. Saturday, February<br />

11. Tickets are $49-75-$97.75 and $248<br />

VIP. Call 954-462-0222.<br />

Cabaret artist, pianist and composer<br />

Michael Feinstein hosts the stage for a<br />

“Night of Stars” with Storm Large, Cameron<br />

Carpenter, Alan Cumming, Darren<br />

Criss, Denyce Criss, Neil Sedaka,<br />

Lil Buck and Jon Booqz at 7 p.m. February<br />

11 at Kravis Center in West Palm<br />

Beach. Tickets are $50 and up. Call 800-<br />

745-3000 or go to www.kravis.org.<br />

February 15<br />

“Rocket Man,” an Elton John Tribute,<br />

will be performed at 8 p.m. Wednesday,<br />

February 15 at the Crest Theatre in<br />

Delray Beach. Tickets are $57 and $77.<br />

Call 561-243-7922, ext. 1.<br />

Boca Raton’s own Chris Carrabba<br />

brings his group Dashboard Confessional<br />

to Revolution Live in concert<br />

at 7:30 p.m. February 15. Tickets are<br />

$27.50 advance and $30 at the door. Call<br />

954-449-1025.<br />

She is tiny, cute and packed with<br />

oversized talent. Singer and Broadway<br />

actress Kristen Chenoweth graces the<br />

stage at Broward Center at 8 p.m. February<br />

15. Tickets are $30-$139. Call<br />

954-462-0222 or go to www.browardcenter.org.<br />

February 18<br />

The New Shanghai Circus<br />

and Traditional Chinese Acts<br />

will be set up at 7:30 Saturday,<br />

February 18 and 4 p.m. Sunday,<br />

February 19 in the Wold Performing<br />

Arts Center of Lynn University,<br />

Boca Raton. Tickets for the Libby<br />

Dodson Live at Lynn Series are $50, $55<br />

and $70. Call 561-237-3000.<br />

America and Three Dog Night<br />

make a dandy 1970s double bill at 8<br />

p.m. February 18 at Seminole Hard<br />

Rock Live. Tickets are $44, $54 and $64.<br />

Call 800-745-3000 or go to www.ticketmaster.com.<br />

Colin Hay of Australian rock group<br />

Men at Work does his solo act at 8 p.m.<br />

February 18 in the Amaturo Theatre<br />

of Broward Center. Tickets are $39.50-<br />

$59.50. Call 954-462-0222 or go to www.<br />

browardcenter.org.<br />

Acclaimed Australian guitarist, composer<br />

and singer Tommy Emmanuel<br />

performs at 8 p.m. February 18 at Parker<br />

Playhouse in Fort Lauderdale. Tickets are<br />

$27.50-$47.50. Call 954-462-0222.<br />

February 23<br />

Justin Hayward of the Moody Blues<br />

and guitarist Mike Dawes team up in<br />

the Amaturo Theatre of Broward Center<br />

in concert at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, February<br />

23. Tickets are $59.50, $69.50 and<br />

$169.50 VIP. Call 800-745-3000 or 954-<br />

462-0222.<br />

Yes, their name is a reference to the<br />

movie “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” but<br />

Saving Ferris is a seven-piece ska band<br />

from Orange County, California with a<br />

style all its own. They play at 8 p.m. February<br />

23 at Revolution Live. Tickets are<br />

$18.50 advance, $20 day of show. Call<br />

954-449-1025.<br />

Sting has come a long way since his<br />

days as bassist-frontman of British rock<br />

trio The Police. He will be performing his<br />

57th and 9th Tour with Joe Strummer<br />

and the Last Bandeleros at 8 p.m. February<br />

23 at The Fillmore at Jackie Gleason<br />

Theatre, Miami Beach. Tickets are $99<br />

general admission. Call 800-745-3000.<br />

February 24<br />

Jerry Seinfeld returns for a two-night<br />

stand-up comedy stand 8 p.m. Friday, February<br />

24 and 8 p.m. Saturday, February 25<br />

at Seminole Hard Rock Live. Tickets are<br />

$80, $95, $110, $130 and $180. Call 800-<br />

745-3000 or go to www.myhrl.com.<br />

February 28<br />

The month wraps with the famed Alvin<br />

Ailey American Dance Theater at 8<br />

p.m. Tuesday, February 28 at Kravis Center<br />

in West Palm Beach. Tickets start at<br />

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►<br />

entertainment ║ gotta READ<br />

Gotta Read<br />

By LISA MARIE<br />

Make Your Kid A Money<br />

Genius (Even If You’re<br />

Not): A Parents’ Guide<br />

for Kids 3 to 23<br />

by Beth Kobliner<br />

Available February 7<br />

“Make Your Kid<br />

A Money Genius<br />

(even if you’re<br />

not)” is a jargonfree,<br />

step-by-step<br />

guide to help parents<br />

of all income<br />

levels teach their<br />

kids—from ages<br />

three to twenty-three—about money.<br />

It turns out the key to raising a money<br />

genius isn’t to teach that four quarters<br />

equal a dollar or how to pick a stock.<br />

Instead, it’s about instilling values that<br />

have been proven to make people successful—not<br />

just financially, but in life:<br />

delaying gratification, working hard,<br />

living within your means, getting a<br />

good education, and acting generously<br />

toward others. More specifically, you’ll<br />

learn why allowance isn’t the Holy Grail<br />

when teaching your kid to handle money,<br />

and why after-school jobs aren’t always<br />

the answer either. You’ll discover<br />

the right age to give your kid a credit<br />

card, and learn why doling out a wad of<br />

cash can actually be a good parenting<br />

move.<br />

You don’t need to be a money genius<br />

to make your kid a money genius.<br />

Regardless of your comfort level with<br />

finance—or your family’s income—this<br />

charming and fun book is an essential<br />

guide for passing along enduring financial<br />

principles, making your kids wise<br />

beyond their years—and peers—when<br />

it comes to money.<br />

Journey to Munich: A<br />

Maisie Dobbs Novel<br />

by Jacqueline Winspear<br />

Available February 14<br />

Working with the British Secret Service<br />

on an undercover mission, Maisie<br />

Dobbs is sent to Hitler’s Germany in<br />

this thrilling tale of danger and intrigue—the<br />

twelfth novel in Jacqueline<br />

Winspear’s New York Times bestselling<br />

“series that seems<br />

to get better with<br />

each entry” (Wall<br />

Street Journal).<br />

It’s early 1938,<br />

and Maisie Dobbs<br />

is back in England.<br />

On a fine<br />

yet chilly morning,<br />

as she walks<br />

towards Fitzroy<br />

Square—a place of many memories—she<br />

is intercepted by Brian Huntley<br />

and Robert MacFarlane of the Secret<br />

Service. The German government has<br />

agreed to release a British subject from<br />

prison, but only if he is handed over to a<br />

family member. Because the man’s wife<br />

is bedridden and his daughter has been<br />

killed in an accident, the Secret Service<br />

wants Maisie—who bears a striking resemblance<br />

to the daughter—to retrieve<br />

the man from Dachau, on the outskirts<br />

of Munich.<br />

The British government is not alone<br />

in its interest in Maisie’s travel plans.<br />

Her nemesis—the man she holds responsible<br />

for her husband’s death—has<br />

learned of her journey, and is also desperate<br />

for her help.<br />

Traveling into the heart of Nazi Germany,<br />

Maisie encounters unexpected<br />

dangers—and finds herself questioning<br />

whether it’s time to return to the work<br />

she loved. But the Secret Service may<br />

have other ideas. . . .<br />

DAMAGe Control: A Dirty<br />

Money Novel<br />

by Lisa Renee Jones<br />

Available February 21<br />

Wall Street<br />

meets the Sons<br />

of Anarchy in<br />

Damage Control,<br />

the smoldering,<br />

scorching<br />

next novel<br />

in the explosively<br />

sexy<br />

Dirty Money<br />

series from<br />

New York Times bestselling author<br />

Lisa Renee Jones.<br />

The only thing more dangerous than<br />

a dark secret is a damaged heart…<br />

Shane Brandon has been pushed to<br />

the brink, torn between his corrupt<br />

family and his explosive, all-consuming<br />

desire for Emily Stevens, who he now<br />

knows is not who, and what, she seems.<br />

Has he trusted the wrong person? Will<br />

she, not his brother Derek, be the ultimate<br />

destruction of his family Empire.<br />

Emily tries to run from Shane, but he<br />

will stop her, confront her, force her to<br />

reveal all – one hot touch and kiss, at a<br />

time, under every intimate detail of who<br />

this woman is, and what she wants, is<br />

exposed. But as he tears away the dangers<br />

of the unknowns with the woman<br />

in his bed, and in his heart, The Martina<br />

Cartel, has set their sights on his company,<br />

his family, and the one piece of<br />

leverage they believe he won’t gamble<br />

with: Emily.<br />

Ripper: The Secret Life<br />

of Walter Sickert<br />

by Patricia Cornwell<br />

Available February 28<br />

From New York<br />

Times bestselling<br />

author Patricia<br />

Cornwell comes<br />

“Ripper: The Secret<br />

Life of Walter<br />

Sickert,” a<br />

comprehensive<br />

and intriguing<br />

exposé of one<br />

of the world’s<br />

most chilling cases of serial murder—and<br />

the police force that failed to<br />

solve it.<br />

Vain and charismatic Walter Sickert<br />

made a name for himself as a painter<br />

in Victorian London. But the ghoulish<br />

nature of his art—as well as extensive<br />

evidence—points to another name, one<br />

that’s left its bloody mark on the pages<br />

of history: Jack the Ripper. Cornwell<br />

has collected never-before-seen archival<br />

material—including a rare mortuary<br />

photo, personal correspondence<br />

and a will with a mysterious autopsy<br />

clause—and applied cutting-edge forensic<br />

science to open an old crime to<br />

new scrutiny.<br />

Incorporating material from “Portrait<br />

of a Killer: Jack the Ripper - Case<br />

Closed,” this new edition has been revised<br />

and expanded to include eight<br />

new chapters.<br />

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Spinal Stenosis<br />

Effective Non-Surgical Treatment Options<br />

By Dr. Alycia Pugh<br />

{<br />

Spinal Stenosis is a debilitating orthopedic and neurological disorder which<br />

affects primarily the geriatric population. It is characterized by lower back<br />

pain that can radiate into the legs and produce subsequent weakness.<br />

Often times the weakness is associated<br />

with painful numbness and tingling. A<br />

common presentation is a drastic increase<br />

in pain when the individual is standing<br />

idle, as occurs when cooking or doing the<br />

dishes, or with prolonged walking and almost<br />

immediate relief when progressing to<br />

a sitting position.<br />

Spinal stenosis seems to be greatly misunderstood<br />

in the general population. It literally<br />

means a narrowing of the spinal canal,<br />

the bony structure which houses and protects<br />

the spinal cord and spinal nerve roots.<br />

The occlusion of the spinal canal is typically<br />

caused by one of four distinct entities; congenitally<br />

narrowed canal from birth, tumor,<br />

disc herniation, and or arthritis. By far the<br />

leading cause is arthritis in which bone<br />

spurs and changes in the morphology or<br />

shape of the vertebra lead to occlusion.<br />

Unfortunately, the primary recommendation<br />

for such a presentation as spinal<br />

stenosis is surgical intervention. However,<br />

non-surgical conservative treatment options<br />

have vastly improved over the years and<br />

should be a serious initial consideration before<br />

any invasive procedures. In-fact some<br />

of the most decorated orthopedic and neurosurgeons<br />

in the world are now having their<br />

patients attempt conservative therapies<br />

prior to surgery.<br />

Revolutionary new treatment options<br />

are centered on decompressing the spine<br />

utilizing advanced stretching mechanisms,<br />

applying flexion based trunk exercises, manipulating<br />

the lumbar spine, and applying<br />

class IV cold laser therapy. Due to the fact<br />

that arthritis cannot be removed by any<br />

means, the main objectives of these therapies<br />

are to reposition the spinal joints and<br />

stretch the lumbar ligaments and tendons<br />

so that the canal is physically widened. The<br />

amount of widening necessary to produce<br />

positive long-lasting change is very minimal<br />

and quite attainable. In conjunction with<br />

this, cold laser therapy decreases the healing<br />

time by increasing the metabolism of<br />

the injured cells and by reducing inflammation<br />

and spasm. Therapeutic exercises are<br />

applied to increase strength in the correct<br />

muscle groups so as to reinforce the widening<br />

of the canal. Give non-traditional yet effective<br />

treatment options a chance prior to<br />

any surgical intervention.<br />

The Conde Center For Chiropractic Neurology<br />

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48 January 2017 | www.AtlanticAveMagazine.com


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►<br />

health & beauty ║ dermatology<br />

Don’t Get<br />

Burned<br />

By Thomas C. Balshi, M.D.<br />

{<br />

During summer months, sunlight becomes more intense and shines<br />

for longer hours, so naturally we gravitate to pools and beaches for<br />

recreation and to cool down. Unfortunately, fun in the sun comes<br />

with a risk of developing skin cancer.<br />

Skin cancer is the most common form<br />

of cancer in the United States. Each year<br />

there are more new cases of skin cancer<br />

than the combined incidence of cancers of<br />

the breast, prostate, lung and colon put together.<br />

Over 3.5 million skin cancers are<br />

diagnosed annually, 90 percent of which<br />

are caused by UV radiation from sunlight<br />

and tanning beds.<br />

One in five Americans will develop skin<br />

cancer in the course of a lifetime. And, if<br />

an individual can reach the age of 65, the<br />

chance of developing skin cancer is 50 percent!<br />

Luckily most are found early and can<br />

be managed in a dermatologist’s office.<br />

But there is also a risk of developing<br />

one of the deadliest diagnoses: “malignant<br />

melanoma.” One person dies of melanoma<br />

every hour (every 62 minutes to be precise).<br />

And while the incidence of many<br />

other cancers is falling, the incidence of<br />

melanoma continues to rise at a rate faster<br />

than that of any of the seven most common<br />

cancers. Melanoma only accounts<br />

for less than five percent of skin cancer<br />

cases, but it causes more than 75 percent<br />

of all skin cancer deaths.<br />

One or more blistering sunburns in<br />

childhood or adolescence can more than<br />

double a person’s chances of developing<br />

melanoma later in life. If serious sunburn<br />

is a part of your history, extra precautions<br />

are absolutely mandatory.<br />

The good news is that the survival rate<br />

for patients where melanoma is detected<br />

early and before the tumor has penetrated<br />

through the skin, is about 99 percent. The<br />

bad news is that the survival rate falls to<br />

only 15 percent for those with advanced<br />

disease. One problem with melanoma is<br />

that there are no symptoms with early<br />

melanoma, no pain, no itch, nothing<br />

but maybe just a spec<br />

of color change that<br />

only a trained eye<br />

is equipped to recognize.<br />

It is extremely<br />

important to take every<br />

precaution not to<br />

burn in the sun. Be religious<br />

about applying<br />

sunscreen, wear protective<br />

clothing and<br />

enjoy the great outdoors<br />

responsibly.<br />

Don’t become part<br />

of the skin cancer<br />

epidemic; don’t<br />

become a statistic.<br />

The single<br />

most important<br />

preventive<br />

measure is to see a dermatologist to<br />

have a professional skin check. This is a<br />

lifesaver you cannot afford to live without.<br />

Statistic provided by the Skin Cancer<br />

Foundation of America.<br />

Dr. Thomas C. Balshi<br />

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50 February 2017 | www.AtlanticAveMagazine.com


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spinal muscles and ligaments while promoting the<br />

rehydration and retraction of herniated discs alleviating<br />

pain, numbness and tingling.<br />

A recent clinical study indicated that spinal decompression<br />

therapy provided an immediate resolution<br />

of symptoms for 86% of the participants while 84%<br />

remained pain-free 90 days post-treatment.<br />

Contact The Conde Center<br />

today to find out more about<br />

spinal decompression therapy<br />

and all the other ways we can<br />

help you begin your journey<br />

back to better health.<br />

Dr. John Conde,<br />

Board Certified<br />

Chiropractic Neurologist<br />

Decompression = Pain Relief<br />

To learn more please visit us at:<br />

www.thecondecenter.com<br />

email: info@thecondecenter.com<br />

or call: (561) 330-6096<br />

401 West Atlantic Avenue · Suite 014 · Delray Beach, FL 33444<br />

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health & beauty ║ Your Dental Health<br />

Do you have good<br />

oral health?<br />

BY Craig Spodak, DMD, PA<br />

{<br />

Ask yourself these<br />

simple questions to find<br />

out where you stand<br />

Yes, your smile might be bright and your<br />

teeth all accounted for, but do you really have<br />

good oral health? Having good oral health<br />

means more than just brushing, flossing and<br />

rinsing every day. Your mouth is the gateway<br />

to your body and should be treated as such! It<br />

requires regular care, both at home and from<br />

your dentist in a professional setting. More<br />

importantly, as we age, our mouth become<br />

more susceptible to oral health issues like<br />

gum disease, dry mouth, cavities, bone loss,<br />

etc. so taking proper care of your oral health<br />

now is vital. See how you fare with the questions<br />

below, and reach out to your dentist<br />

and hygienist if you think you might need a<br />

little help getting back on track.<br />

Do you follow the 2min2x rule?<br />

When it comes to brushing your teeth,<br />

a good rule of thumb is to brush (at least)<br />

two times a day for two minutes each time.<br />

Do you brush your teeth for the full two<br />

minutes, or do you find yourself wandering<br />

around your house cleaning up or packing<br />

your bag for the day, letting the toothbrush<br />

dangle in your mouth? It’s important to stay<br />

focused when you brush your teeth and<br />

make sure you are gently brushing your<br />

teeth – and tongue! – for the entire time.<br />

Do you floss after meals?<br />

If you answered yes, give yourself a gigantic<br />

pat on the back because most people<br />

don’t. Flossing once a day is crucial to help<br />

clean the surfaces of your teeth that your<br />

toothbrush can’t reach, especially in between<br />

teeth. In fact, if you fail to floss, you<br />

are missing cleaning roughly 30 percent of<br />

your tooth’s surface! By flossing after meals,<br />

you can effectively remove plaque and<br />

trapped food particles that would otherwise<br />

be left behind, allowing sugars and bacteria<br />

to fester and potentially cause cavities. Floss<br />

is super convenient to keep in your purse or<br />

at your desk, so make sure you’re adding<br />

flossing to your daily oral care regimen.<br />

Are you eating a healthy diet?<br />

We all know that we are what we eat, and<br />

that is especially true when it comes to our<br />

teeth. If your diet consists of sugary foods<br />

(think sodas, candy, sticky foods, etc.), you are<br />

creating an imbalance of good and bad oral<br />

bacteria in your mouth. When bad bacteria<br />

proliferates, your mouth becomes acidic and<br />

your enamel is at risk, which can lead to cavities,<br />

sensitive teeth and even bad breath. Make<br />

sure you are eating a well-balanced diet that<br />

includes fruits, vegetables, lean protein and<br />

healthy fats, and always brush after you eat!<br />

How often do you replace your<br />

toothbrush?<br />

If it looks like it’s having a crazy hair day,<br />

toss it. You should generally replace your<br />

toothbrush every two to three months to<br />

avoid bacteria from growing on the bristles.<br />

Remember that soft-bristle toothbrushes<br />

are best since they’re gentle on your teeth<br />

and surrounding gums. Also, remember<br />

to always keep your toothbrush in an area<br />

where it can properly dry between uses. If<br />

you take your toothbrush traveling, it’s wise<br />

to replace it as soon as you get home.<br />

Do you smoke?<br />

If so, quit! Smoking greatly increases your<br />

risk for oral diseases, including gum disease<br />

and oral cancers. If you smoke or use any<br />

tobacco products, quitting can help restore<br />

your health, so talk to your dentist about<br />

setting a date to quit and how you can maintain<br />

your new smoke-free lifestyle!<br />

How often do you see your dentist/<br />

hygienist?<br />

You should be seeing your dentist and<br />

hygienist at least twice a year, sometimes<br />

even more. Your dentist is able to assess<br />

your oral health and let you know if you’re<br />

maintaining your healthy smile or if you’ve<br />

swayed a bit. Frequent visits will not only<br />

help to prevent oral health issues, but will<br />

also help to quickly stop any problems before<br />

they become large issues. Not to mention,<br />

your teeth need a professional cleaning<br />

to remove any buildup you’ve accumulated<br />

since your last visit.<br />

So, how’d you do? Maintaining proper<br />

dental health is an easy habit to make, and<br />

your dental team is here to help. The goal is<br />

to keep your teeth for a lifetime, and that’s<br />

something everyone can smile about!<br />

Spodak Dental Group<br />

3911 West Atlantic Avenue<br />

Delray Beach - 561-498-0050<br />

www.SpodakDental.com<br />

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health & beauty ║ Body Beautiful<br />

Breaking Through a<br />

Weight Loss Plateau<br />

By Ashley Sica<br />

If your weight loss has hit a plateau there is usually a reason for it.<br />

With some effort and patience it could be easily fixed. More times<br />

than not it is usually something simple. Here are 5 different things<br />

{to consider at before throwing in the towel and giving up!<br />

1<br />

The first thing I look at<br />

when weight loss (more<br />

importantly bodyfat<br />

loss) has stalled is nutrition. It<br />

doesn’t matter how good or<br />

how hard you workout. You<br />

can workout till the cows<br />

come home but if your nutrition<br />

isn’t on-point you can forget<br />

about seeing results. This<br />

is where a detailed food-log<br />

comes into play. Start tracking<br />

and writing down (or use an app)<br />

everything that goes in your mouth.<br />

The good, the bad and the ugly! This<br />

will be very beneficial in helping a professional<br />

pinpoint the area that needs<br />

improvement!<br />

2<br />

If your bodyfat is<br />

at a stand still and<br />

you’re doing all the<br />

right stuff nutrition wise,<br />

here’s what you need<br />

to do: Switch up your<br />

workout! Your body<br />

adapts to the same type<br />

of exercise over time. As<br />

you get used to a type of<br />

exercise, it becomes less<br />

challenging and as a result<br />

less effective. That’s why<br />

it’s so important to mix<br />

it up and constantly push<br />

yourself. If you’re not being<br />

challenged regularly,<br />

your results will ultimately<br />

slow down.<br />

3<br />

Look at your water intake! It is such<br />

a simple component that people<br />

forget. Water is an essential part of<br />

calorie burning and it helps flush out any<br />

excess sodium and fluid you may be hanging<br />

on to. Not to mention if your body is<br />

dehydrated it will not burn fat efficiently!<br />

Aim to consume no less than a half gallon<br />

of water per day. However, 1 gallon per day<br />

is optimal for fat burning and it also helps<br />

with suppressing your appetite…a nice<br />

added bonus!<br />

4<br />

Speaking of water intake, lets talk<br />

about your sodium intake. If you<br />

are constantly ingesting foods with<br />

unnecessary amounts of sodium then<br />

you need to stop. You’re body will always<br />

have a “fluffy” look to it and you can forget<br />

about the scale budging. Eliminate processed<br />

foods and use only salt-free seasonings<br />

and spices when cooking.<br />

5<br />

If you’ve tried all of the above and<br />

are still having a difficult time loosing<br />

weight then it’s time to take a<br />

look at what’s going on inside your body.<br />

It could be anything from a hormone imbalance<br />

to thyroid issues. Don’t immediately<br />

assume this is the problem but if you<br />

have truly tried everything else, it might<br />

be worth exploring your concerns with a<br />

medical professional who can help get to<br />

the root of your issues.<br />

Ashley Sica Fitness<br />

Transformation Studio<br />

851 SE 6th Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33483<br />

561-445-7445<br />

Ashleysica@gmail.com<br />

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special feature ║ Our Boat House<br />

‘Seaing’ Is Believing At<br />

Our Boat House<br />

By Martin Lenkowsky<br />

photos by melissa korman<br />

{The first thing that piqued this writer’s curiosity upon entering<br />

Our Boat House at 820 SE 5th Ave., were the flames emanating from a<br />

rectangular fire pit adjacent to the front door. “It’s good for indoor or<br />

outdoor,” says owner Karen Marcil. Other fire pits, in a variety of styles<br />

and sizes, are also available including one that serves as a coffee table.<br />

If you’re looking for things eclectic, unusual<br />

and probably hard-to-find anywhere<br />

else, you’ve come to the right place. Karen,<br />

and sister-in-law Christina Auer, first<br />

opened Our Boat House three years ago<br />

in Boca Raton’s Mizner Park, but moved<br />

to their Delray Beach location last February.<br />

“We love Delray,” says Karen. “We feel<br />

Delray’s more home than Mizner was. It’s<br />

a great town.”<br />

Big Sur Sectional in Cozy Sunbrella Terry Cloth Fabric, Bleached Teak Root Table from Bali, Soft Jute Textured Rug<br />

Our Boat House carries a huge selection<br />

of lighting, rugs, indoor and outdoor furniture,<br />

as well as accessories, all with a natural<br />

coastal, nautical theme. “Things you’ll never<br />

see anywhere else,” Karen says, adding how<br />

much they enjoy searching for truly unique<br />

items. “It’s like a treasure hunt for us. We<br />

find things we love and then see them wind<br />

up in someone’s home where they love it.”<br />

One need not live on the beach to enjoy<br />

what Our Boat House has to offer. “You can<br />

make it a beach house,” Karen says. “Even if<br />

you don’t live near the beach, you can feel<br />

you live by the beach.”<br />

It’s a late Tuesday morning in early January<br />

and already their spacious showroom<br />

staff is busy helping customers. “Business<br />

has definitely picked up over the holidays,”<br />

Karen says. It was actually a mean streak<br />

from Mother Nature back in 2004 that led<br />

to Our Boat House’s creation. Two huge<br />

storms, hurricanes Frances and Jeanne,<br />

pummeled the South Central Florida coastline<br />

in rapid succession that year and<br />

flooded out Karen’s Vero Beach home. “We<br />

rebuilt it, and it took a long time to find the<br />

things we love,” Karen recalls.<br />

Rebuilding their home and re-furnishing<br />

with a nautical theme came naturally for<br />

Karen who grew up in the coastal community<br />

of the Hamptons on New York’s<br />

Long Island. Having to search around for<br />

the items she wanted to replace that the<br />

weather so cruelly claimed proved to be<br />

the catalyst for starting their own new<br />

business. “We found there was a need for<br />

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The Delray Crew-here and ready to help<br />

you with all of your home furnishings<br />

Classic Slipcovered Furniture and One-of-a-Kind<br />

items imported from around the world<br />

Unique Coastal Art-Mixed Media<br />

Giclee with Recycled Cracked Glass<br />

it,” Karen says. “We started it on-line and<br />

people started saying, ‘they wanted to feel<br />

it, see it, touch it.’” Hence, their first store<br />

opened in Vero Beach; followed by Boca<br />

Raton and now Delray Beach. Their on-line<br />

business is also thriving.<br />

While walking through the showroom,<br />

Karen points out various items doubtful<br />

you’ll find anywhere else. “A big seller<br />

is our slip-covered furniture,” Karen says.<br />

“That’s a classic.” Other popular - and quite<br />

unique - items include coastal lighting,<br />

from right off the boat, and accent rugs. An<br />

old anchor lantern from a 1916 ship brings<br />

a sense of romantic old seafaring days long<br />

lost to history. Other pieces of nautical<br />

treasure accessories adorn the walls and<br />

showroom floor including sea and coast<br />

paintings done by local artists.<br />

Karen considers their “ship authentic”<br />

lighting fixtures among their most unique<br />

merchandise. “It’s genuine lighting salvaged<br />

from old ships,” she says. She also points to<br />

beautifully crafted teak root tables imported<br />

from Bali, and custom-made driftwood<br />

tables as truly unique treasures. “An artist<br />

makes the driftwood coffee tables, and no<br />

two tables are alike,” she says.<br />

Consistent with the nautical scene is a<br />

strikingly beautiful jelly fish lamp with lights<br />

on long-flowing bead tentacles. “We pride<br />

ourselves on seeing things you don’t see<br />

anywhere else,” she says. Our Boat House<br />

can help you get that coastal look anywhere<br />

in your home. “We do interior designs for<br />

people,” Karen says. “We can help you design<br />

your whole house or finish a room.”<br />

For more information and for online purchases<br />

visit their website at www.ourboathouse.com.<br />

Our Boat House<br />

820 SE 5th Ave.<br />

Delray Beach, FL 33483<br />

561-245-8192<br />

ourboathouse.com<br />

1020 SOUTH FEDERAL HIGHWAY • DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA<br />

AVEDAONESALON.COM • 561.272.1147<br />

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special feature ║ The Monogram Closet<br />

Find the perfect gift for any occasion at<br />

The Monogram Closet<br />

By nicol jenkins<br />

{<br />

A<br />

photos by melissa korman<br />

gift can be worth a thousand words and show<br />

how much you care for that special someone.<br />

When looking for just the right gift, The<br />

Monogram Closet in Delray Beach has<br />

something special for everyone in your life<br />

and for any occasion. Whether shopping for<br />

your best friend, a picky teenager, your new<br />

home, a newborn baby or one-of-a-kind<br />

jewelry, this boutique shop has it all! They<br />

can even personalize any present with your<br />

name, initials, a date of significance or anything<br />

that has meaning to your loved one.<br />

For over a decade, The Monogram Closet<br />

has been embroidering everything from<br />

baby gifts to housewares to fashionable<br />

items. The store’s owner Sabrina Amelung<br />

hand selects each item based on her customers’<br />

requests. She and her dedicated<br />

staff will personally help each customer<br />

select an embroidery that fits their gift giving<br />

style. They carry a variety of products<br />

with embroidery in mind. From traditional<br />

monograms to painting, etching or heat<br />

stamping, they have several methods to<br />

choose from for a unique gift!<br />

“We have gifts for every special occasion<br />

and special event in your life that you want to<br />

remember. Our favorite gifts are the ones<br />

that last a lifetime,” said Sabrina.<br />

For Valentine’s Day, surprise<br />

your sweetheart with a personalized<br />

gift. Nothing says ‘I Love<br />

You’ more than a robe with their<br />

initials or the date of your wedding.<br />

Scented candles, like the popular<br />

Volcano scent, and Bath Bombs also<br />

set a romantic mood. For your daughter or<br />

friend, they have a wide variety of sentimental<br />

bracelets in Morse Code, and necklaces<br />

along with purses that can be embroidered.<br />

If your girlfriends are single on Valentine’s<br />

Day, you can get them a personalized girl<br />

power cosmetic bag, tote bag, or initialed<br />

water bottles, canteens and tumblers for a<br />

girls weekend getaway.<br />

When looking for a baby gift that has a<br />

special meaning, the shop has an array of<br />

choices that a mother can keep for a lifetime.<br />

Baby Mats shaped as different animals<br />

are a sell out item! Blankie Tails shaped like<br />

a mermaid or shark in a large sized towel is<br />

a well sought after item that your child will<br />

enjoy for many years. Seersucker duffels and<br />

quilted backpacks are also popular items for<br />

baby gift giving and a kids birthday party.<br />

The staff will embroider the child’s name on<br />

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any gift and make it that much more special.<br />

“Kids can outgrow an outfit in a short time. These gifts are practical<br />

and personalized. They have more longevity and are more<br />

meaningful than an outfit that comes and goes,” said Sabrina.<br />

Brides and the entire wedding party can also find custom gift<br />

ideas and wedding party favors. The staff can help you find custom<br />

monogram napkins for the wedding tables, place settings<br />

and thank you gifts. The Monogram Closet has created dinner<br />

party gifts, votive glasses with initials, and custom wooden truck<br />

favors with each child’s name for a boys birthday party. Shatterproof<br />

glasses for a boater with their boat’s name, engraved picture<br />

frames, or cutting boards with a family’s last name are also favorites<br />

for housewarming gifts or thoughtful presents. Athletic equipment,<br />

golf bags, headbands, logos on golf carts, beachcomber jackets<br />

and more can be found at the store. If you buy something at<br />

another store, The Monogram Closet can still enhance it!<br />

“It’s a gift that people don’t think about. When something is<br />

custom it doesn’t make it a throw away. The gift becomes something<br />

a little special for your guests<br />

to keep!” added the owner. “To<br />

go out of your way to make<br />

something unique speaks<br />

volumes about how you<br />

care about the person you<br />

are giving the gift to!”<br />

The store also strives<br />

to create a welcoming<br />

atmosphere and focuses<br />

on great personal service.<br />

The owner can be<br />

found greeting customers<br />

and helping select just the<br />

right font and color to enhance any gift<br />

with a clean monogram look. She knows<br />

most of her customers by name and the long-time staff is very<br />

knowledgeable on the products. They offer a fast turnaround<br />

time on all custom orders.<br />

“Gift giving can be overwhelming. I am very hands-on in helping<br />

guide my customers. So many of them have turned into<br />

friends. I love the aspect of being a part of their celebration in<br />

some way,” said Sabrina.<br />

Stop in The Monogram Closet and find that perfect fit for any<br />

gift-giving occasion!<br />

The Monogram Closet<br />

182 NW 5th Avenue<br />

Delray Beach, FL 33444<br />

561-921-0236<br />

http://www.monogramcloset.com<br />

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special feature ║ ride delray<br />

Ride Delray<br />

For a Healthier Body and Lifestyle<br />

By Martin LenkowskY<br />

photos by melissa korman<br />

{Exhausted, yet exhilarated. These are the first words that come to<br />

mind to describe the women as I watch them leave their late morning<br />

strengthening class at Ride Delray. And friendly, can’t forget that word<br />

too, as they stop at the front lounge area and exchange hearty, first-name<br />

basis goodbyes and thanks to the owners, trainer and receptionist.<br />

Looking for a fashionable, friendly and<br />

super relaxed place to shed those pounds,<br />

stay in shape, and embrace a happy, healthy<br />

lifestyle? Look no more; it’s right around<br />

the corner. Ride Delray, 101 SE 2nd Ave., is<br />

located just one block south of Atlantic Avenue<br />

in the heart of Delray Beach’s vibrant<br />

downtown.<br />

Owners - as well as twin sisters - Susan<br />

Albinder and Linda Besman have made<br />

Ride Delray a fun, modern, high-tech place<br />

to take control of your body (and mind) so<br />

as to look and feel your absolute best. “We<br />

transformed this into a high-end boutique<br />

at affordable prices with state-of-the-art<br />

equipment,” says Susan.<br />

The benchmark of Ride Delray has to<br />

be the room filled with super high-performance<br />

bikes. “These are new, high tech, the<br />

best in the market,” Susan says, pointing to<br />

each bike’s power meter. “You can see your<br />

motion and track your performance. You see<br />

your RPMs, calories spent, and time.”<br />

She says the technically advanced power<br />

meters on each bike are the same ones used<br />

by the world’s top professional cyclists in<br />

the renowned Tour de France race. And if<br />

that isn’t impressive enough, a large video<br />

screen at the front of the class enables people<br />

to simply look up to see their progress<br />

and assess their workout displayed by their<br />

bike’s number. Just wait; it gets better...upon<br />

completion of your biking workout, your<br />

detailed results are emailed directly to you!<br />

Susan explains there are seven zones of<br />

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Linda and Susan Studio owners<br />

training stages. “Nobody has this around,”<br />

she adds. “No one has the Performance IQ<br />

System.” Susan even let this writer take his<br />

place on a bike. As she adjusted the workout<br />

parameters, my results appeared on the<br />

multi-colored video monitor.<br />

Adjacent to the spin room is another room<br />

used for other forms of training. There’s<br />

weight (strengthening) classes along with<br />

suspension, core and balance training. “It’s<br />

a one-hour, high-intensity training,” Susan<br />

says. “We wanted to make a high-intensity<br />

program to change people.”<br />

The women in the class are lifting free<br />

weights in rhythm to the powerful sound of<br />

techno music, perfect for setting the mood<br />

for an intense workout. Leading the workout<br />

class is Linda, Susan’s sister and co-owner.<br />

Both sisters have extensive backgrounds in<br />

exercise and fitness. Linda was also a school<br />

teacher. Susan has a psychology background<br />

with a PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy,<br />

and has worked extensively with eating disorders.<br />

She is a licensed Psychotherapist in<br />

the state of Florida.<br />

“Fitness was always a passion,” Linda<br />

says. “I have 20 years experience in fitness.<br />

We created this studio and changed people’s<br />

lives. It’s so important to me, it becomes infectious.<br />

You get to see changes in people’s<br />

personalities.”<br />

Head training instructor Sherif Abdellatif<br />

is proud about what they’ve created at<br />

Ride Delray. “When they (clients) walk in


Performance ride with Stages Performance IQ<br />

the door, we make them feel comfortable,” he says. “We get to<br />

know them personally. We get them fitted on a bike. Their first<br />

time here is like a personal consultation. We discuss their goals,<br />

short term and long term. We set them up for success. All they<br />

have to do is show up. When people see results and thank me, I<br />

say, ‘you’re the one doing the work.’ This is a warm, friendly unintimidating<br />

environment. There are gyms on every corner. It’s<br />

what you provide.”<br />

Sherif, a Detroit native, has an extensive sports background<br />

in mixed martial arts and wrestling. “I’ve handled different personalities,”<br />

he says, “different lifestyles. I love what I do. That<br />

makes it enjoyable. They say if you enjoy what you’re doing, it<br />

isn’t work.”<br />

Sherif says they all work well together with positive results.<br />

“We all feed off each other,” he says. “She warms them up for me.<br />

We’re changing people’s lives; getting them in shape. People say,<br />

‘I’ve tried everything, but nothing else helped.’ We do wellness<br />

coaching, a comprehensive lifestyle change. How to eat for a<br />

healthy lifestyle, also stress management. People keep coming<br />

back, because they see results.”<br />

Susan describes what makes Ride Delray different from other<br />

gyms. “We’re a fitness family,” she says. “We notice if you’ve been<br />

away from class for two weeks. We’ll call to see how you’re doing.<br />

And if you’ve been injured, we can modify your program to<br />

help you, so you can keep cycling even with an injury.”<br />

Lest we forget, water, juice and nutritious snacks – along with<br />

rather rakish workout attire - are available as you walk into the<br />

boutique. “We try to workout in style,” says Susan, sporting her<br />

own stylish exercise clothing.<br />

Ride Delray<br />

101 SE 2nd Ave., Delray Beach, FL 33444<br />

561-777-3277 | ridedelray.com<br />

The Ride Delray Team<br />

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special feature ║ Delray Hideaway<br />

An old local favorite has been revived from the past<br />

Delray Hideaway<br />

By Ori PhillipS<br />

photos by Melissa Korman<br />

{<br />

There is a breezeway behind a women’s boutique on Atlantic Ave<br />

that you may have strolled passed many times without notice.<br />

If you were adventurous enough to wonder<br />

down this unassuming path, then you<br />

may have felt as though you have stepped<br />

back in time to discover a piece of Delray<br />

Beach history. Behind the 1045 building<br />

near the beach is one of the city’s oldest<br />

bars and restaurants, Delray Hideaway.<br />

Built in 1958 as a private club for doctors<br />

who practiced medicine in the offices<br />

upstairs, many residents still recall this was<br />

home to the lovely supper club Erny’s in<br />

the 70’s and 80’s. Within the last 30 years<br />

the business has changed over a few times<br />

slightly transforming into a local neighborhood<br />

watering hole, most recently Pepe’s<br />

Hideaway.<br />

Pepe’s closed its doors last summer after<br />

14 years. Long time bartender Clint Stevens<br />

made it his mission to carry on Pepe’s legacy<br />

by reopening the old neighborhood bar under<br />

the new name Delray Hideaway. “I felt<br />

it was necessary to re-establish the wonderful<br />

relationship we have developed with<br />

the residents and visiting tourists over the<br />

years, and continue to give the local community<br />

an enjoyable alternative to the congested<br />

and pricey Ave,” says Stevens.<br />

Partnering up with Palm Beach restaurateur<br />

Gerard Chachia, both Clint and Gerard<br />

have dedicated themselves to meticulously<br />

renovating the 60 year old restaurant. “We<br />

love the nostalgia many locals have with this<br />

historic and unique location. We preserved<br />

the original bar from Erny’s and plan to add<br />

some classic framed photos of Delray on the<br />

old brick walls to pay tribute to years past,”<br />

explains Clint.<br />

Delray Hideaway will be honoring their<br />

local service industry workers, military, police,<br />

and fire fighters with a 20% discount<br />

every evening. “We love giving back to the<br />

community and will be working with many<br />

local and national charitable organizations<br />

in the future,” say the owners.<br />

Delray Hideaway opened a full liquor bar<br />

in January and plans to have the kitchen up<br />

and running by early spring. Lunch, dinner<br />

and a late night menu will be available.<br />

They will also offer catering, host special<br />

events, parties, and sell package goods to<br />

go. Hours of operation (will open earlier<br />

with the addition of the kitchen) are currently:<br />

Monday – Saturday 2pm-2-am and<br />

Sunday 12pm-2am. Happy Hour is everyday<br />

from open until 8pm: $3 wells, wines, and<br />

domestics, $3.75 imports and discounts on<br />

call liquor. There is adequate parking available<br />

in the rear of the building off Seabreeze<br />

Ave. This vintage bar and grill is truly a local<br />

gem. It is a fantastic place to visit, socialize<br />

and explore…if you can find it. After all, it is<br />

Delray’s Hideaway!<br />

Delray Hideaway<br />

1045 E Atlantic Ave,<br />

Delray Beach, FL 33483<br />

561-562-5500<br />

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special feature ║ Tzikas MD<br />

Dr. Tzikas and the art of Lipografting<br />

Dr. Tzikas<br />

facial plastic surgery center<br />

{By Nicol JenkinS<br />

photos by melissa korman<br />

Delray Beach is home to one local doctor<br />

who is a pioneer behind a procedure to<br />

make his patients look years younger while<br />

still maintaining a natural look.<br />

Thomas L. Tzikas MD has significantly improved<br />

the results of facial plastic surgery<br />

through Lipografting. This is a procedure<br />

using the person’s own fat cells to restore<br />

the loss of missing soft tissue volume of the<br />

face in order to create a healthier, softer and<br />

more attractive appearance.<br />

Lipografting can be used for various<br />

enhancements: rejuvenate by restoring fullness<br />

and softness to atrophied, aging faces<br />

and hands; shaping facial elements; correcting<br />

acne or depressed scars; restoring<br />

tissues removed by previous surgery; and<br />

restoring lost volume due to thermal heating<br />

from misapplications of certain lasers.<br />

Patients from around the world come to<br />

Delray Beach to be treated by the worldrenowned<br />

facial plastic surgeon who specializes<br />

in cosmetic surgery of the face and<br />

neck. The developer of Lipografting, Dr.<br />

Tzikas learned about a variation of the procedure<br />

some 23 years ago from a plastic surgeon<br />

in France and perfected the procedure<br />

right here in Delray. He was one of the first<br />

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U.S. surgeons to perform fat grafting on a<br />

regular basis and has lectured on the topic<br />

to his peers for over 15 years.<br />

Unlike many plastic surgeons, Dr. Tzikas<br />

combines his Lipografting method with<br />

all facelift surgeries as well as other procedures.<br />

The doctor carefully harvests fat cells<br />

from another area of your body and sculpts<br />

them via injection into the recipient area.<br />

When you age, you lose volume and fullness,<br />

which creates the appearance of sagging<br />

skin. Filling the tissue with living, purified<br />

fat cells makes a perfect material to sculpt<br />

and support the surface skin thus giving patients<br />

a more youthful and natural appearance.<br />

Recovery time is only two weeks!<br />

“Lipografting gives the youthful qualities<br />

back to the face. It’s a very natural artistic<br />

sculpting of the face. The results last for<br />

at least 10 years or longer,” said Dr. Tzikas.<br />

His patients’ transformations have been<br />

remarkable.<br />

“They have a better outlook on their appearance.<br />

When they look in the mirror,<br />

they are a little more confident and they<br />

feel better. They look better and feel better<br />

about themselves,” said the local doctor.<br />

Making people feel better about themselves<br />

was what inspired Dr. Tzikas to<br />

become a facial plastic surgeon. At an<br />

early age he was exposed to surgery while<br />

working in an operating room during<br />

summer break from college. The creative<br />

side of the surgery got him hooked and<br />

catapulted his career.<br />

“It was eye opening. Plastic surgery is so<br />

artistic and very creative which I enjoy. You<br />

can teach the basics, but the surgeon needs<br />

to be creative, because this really is art,”<br />

said Dr. Tzikas.<br />

Over the years, Dr. Tzikas has been a<br />

sought after speaker for his Lipografting<br />

technique and has authored many professional<br />

articles and book chapters.<br />

“I am constantly learning and continuously<br />

improving my technique. It is a highly<br />

specialized field, and a majority of the procedures<br />

are related to restoring youthful<br />

qualities of the face and making patients<br />

look like themselves again,” he said. “I meet<br />

with each of my patients and discuss their<br />

goals. I’ve been in practice for over 20 years<br />

now. Steadily every year, more and more<br />

men are having plastic surgery of the face or<br />

neck as well. Men get as good of a result as<br />

women. They look better and more youthful.<br />

People are living longer, are in the workforce<br />

longer, more active, dating, and want<br />

to look better and feel younger.”<br />

His patients praise the doctor and his staff<br />

for making them feel comfortable throughout<br />

the process of looking young again.<br />

“What can I say? Dr. Tzikas and his staff<br />

are remarkable, capable, thorough and efficient.<br />

Their kindness and consideration<br />

go beyond a doctor’s calling and the results<br />

are beyond what one might hope to expect,”<br />

said one patient.<br />

Another happy patient from Australia<br />

stated, “I have travelled long distances to<br />

see Dr. Tzikas for help with issues for which<br />

I couldn’t find a solution close to home. Dr.<br />

Tzikas’ aesthetic eye is swift and astute, his<br />

approach is efficient but warm. His staff is<br />

courteous, considerate and wonderfully<br />

down to earth. I will never forget the kindness<br />

that has been shown on each visit.”<br />

Dr. Tzikas is proud to help transform others<br />

for the better.<br />

“I love what I do, so I don’t look at this like<br />

work. It’s fulfilling; it’s a passion of mine.<br />

You become better at something if you have<br />

a passion for it,” he said.<br />

Thomas L. Tzikas, MD<br />

526 SE 5th Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33483<br />

(561) 330-9500<br />

www.tzikasmd.com<br />

tzikasmd@gmail.com<br />

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the resort life. The restaurants serve great<br />

food, the events are fun for all ages and staff<br />

is top notch,” said Christopher Hickman.<br />

It’s easy to see how Hickman has found<br />

utopia just off A1A and Linton. It is there that<br />

you can walk or swim along a private 3.5 acre<br />

slice of pristine oceanfront, swim in the outdoor<br />

pool, play tennis, and celebrate life in<br />

the comfortable serene clubhouse.<br />

But that’s just the outer manifestation of<br />

its magnificence. The warm and fuzzy part is<br />

known by members as one of its greatest assets.<br />

“I go to the club every morning to swim<br />

and join the Coffee Talk by the Sea group.<br />

There are so many interesting people and<br />

the conversation is varied and intellectually<br />

stimulating,” said member Bob Flanagan.<br />

Flanagan also relishes the camaraderie<br />

that permeates the inner sanctum of the<br />

Delray Beach Club. It’s easy to see how it<br />

manifests throughout the club. There are acspecial<br />

feature ║ the delray beach club<br />

Fun And Fanfare At<br />

THE DELRAY<br />

BEACH CLUB<br />

{By diane feen<br />

Who doesn’t want to be happy?<br />

There are books on happiness, classes that teach how to be happy and<br />

a nation full of people seeking its elusive inclusion on every coast.<br />

They say happiness is an inside job – and<br />

perhaps it is. But belonging to a club where<br />

you’re cherished and challenged, pampered<br />

and perfected is one great avenue to this<br />

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gold standard of living.<br />

“My favorite place on earth is the Delray<br />

Beach Club. The service is great and when my<br />

family is in town they go to the beach and live


tivities and social events taking place almost<br />

every day and night of the week. During the<br />

holidays there are parties that sparkle with<br />

fanfare, flavor and cultural leverage. Just<br />

recently there were parties with Christmas<br />

Carolers, Music and Dinner, Classical Music<br />

and Jazz nights (with dinner), a High Tea<br />

Party, Piano Bar Fete in the Ocean Room<br />

with singer Chris Barrett White and dozens<br />

of other exciting and inspiring events.<br />

There’s lunch with Chef Jason, a Peggy<br />

Lee Tribute, Cabaret Nights, Italian Night<br />

(with dinner and dancing), Theatre outings<br />

at outside cultural venues, a Winter Art<br />

Show, Lobster nights in the Ocean Room and<br />

family programs.<br />

The list of activities is endless and the social<br />

scale of events and happenings crosses<br />

all boundaries. There is one thing that is<br />

static - the special events are all created for<br />

guest’s excitement and enchantment.<br />

That includes children and family programs.<br />

Just recently there was a Saturday afternoon<br />

Family Fun-Fest that included a giant<br />

water slide, DJ, poolside games, s’mores,<br />

snow cones and a buffet lunch with all the<br />

trappings. When the adults are away the<br />

kids can still play on PNO nights (for Parents<br />

Night Out they offer babysitting).<br />

Other children-centric activities include<br />

arts and crafts activities and games, a special<br />

“Kids Club” and summer and winter camps.<br />

For single people of all ages there is an<br />

Open Table that encourages members to<br />

meet and greet. There are also unlimited activities<br />

to engage your mind, body and soul.<br />

The “Beach Club Readers” discusses the literary<br />

merits of specific books, and there are<br />

men’s and ladies bridge games and Canasta.<br />

Every Friday night is a fun fest called “Mix<br />

and Mingle.” It’s a chance for members and<br />

families to gather by the pool, meet new<br />

people, listen to live music and enjoy hors<br />

d’oeuvres. For a more interior social experience<br />

Happy Hour takes place in the comfortable<br />

yet sophisticated Grille Room. The<br />

Grille Room has all the comforts of old Florida<br />

(wood, wicker and sweeping overhead<br />

fans) with a modern twist that Hemmingway<br />

would have cherished.<br />

The crown jewel of the Delray Beach Club<br />

is the Ocean Room. This center of social and<br />

culinary greatness has sweeping panoramic<br />

views of the ocean and is the epicenter for<br />

elaborate dinners, lunches and holiday<br />

fetes. Get a front row seat for July 4th fireworks,<br />

Memorial Day festivities, Labor Day<br />

and New Year’s Eve.<br />

Men and Women cannot live on social<br />

and cultural activities alone. That’s why The<br />

Delray Beach Club has a fitness center to<br />

help you energize and exercise your most<br />

precious asset – your body. There is Fitness<br />

Equipment, Complementary Exercise<br />

Classes, Personal Training, Aqua Aerobics<br />

and Spa Services.<br />

If you’re a tennis aficionado there are Har-<br />

Tru® Tennis Courts, Special Tennis Events<br />

and a USPTA certified Tennis Pro. They also<br />

have Tennis Leagues, Round Robins, Pro-<br />

Ams and Sunday Tennis Socials followed by<br />

dinner by the sea.<br />

There’s a reason members say The Delray<br />

Beach Club is life changing – it is. “There are<br />

no strangers at our club, only friends who<br />

have not met. We try our hardest to make<br />

sure everyone here is happy,” said General<br />

Manager Shane Peachey.<br />

Members repeatedly say that their lives<br />

are enriched by the camaraderie and comfort<br />

of activities and social events at the<br />

club. And where else can you go to luxuriate<br />

in the best of Mother Nature’s bounty amid<br />

the calm and restorative power of social,<br />

cultural and culinary excellence? Nowhere.<br />

If you are interested in joining the club<br />

there are a limited number of year round<br />

and summer memberships that offer a<br />

breezy beautiful respite from the dog days<br />

of summer.<br />

Call to learn more about the wonders<br />

that exist at the Delray Beach Club. Contact<br />

Diane Roberts at 561-278-6226, ext. 15.<br />

The club is located at 2001 South Ocean<br />

Blvd., Delray Beach. We have a limited<br />

number of memberships to qualified individuals/families.<br />

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special feature ║ Beaulieu-Fawcett Law Group, PA<br />

Fighting For Families<br />

Beaulieu-FaWCett<br />

Law Group, PA<br />

By Diane Feen<br />

photos by melissa korman<br />

{<br />

For Stacy Beaulieu-Fawcett life is about giving your<br />

best at all times. That means fighting for justice,<br />

helping those in need and giving to charities that<br />

depend on the kindness of strangers.<br />

She’s done this as a citizen of Delray<br />

Beach and as a marital and family lawyer<br />

with a thriving practice in Pineapple Grove<br />

and North Palm Beach.<br />

As the daughter an insurance underwriter<br />

(her mom) and an electrical contractor (her<br />

dad) Beaulieu-Fawcett learned the meaning<br />

of hard work. From her days working with a<br />

brilliant family law judge (Amy Karan) she<br />

learned the intricacies and monumental elements<br />

of family law.<br />

“My passion started when I saw what<br />

Amy did. She made a difference in people’s<br />

lives and I wanted to do that as well.” said<br />

Beaulieu-Fawcett, who is one of the few<br />

board certified marital and family lawyers<br />

in Florida and has one of the largest practices<br />

of its kind in Palm Beach County.<br />

So that’s what she did.<br />

She built a professional all- encompassing<br />

law practice that eclipses most others<br />

in this area. The firm now has six lawyers<br />

and a total of 15 employees. They handle<br />

cases that range from divorce to adoption,<br />

step-parent adoption, divorce appeals and<br />

everything in between.<br />

It’s not only a labor of love but a passion<br />

that Beaulieu-Fawcett has honed for the past<br />

12 years. “In life and in business I’ve always<br />

felt that it’s important to focus on helping others.<br />

It’s not about getting, it’s about giving.”<br />

When it comes to giving she tries to be on<br />

both sides of this altruistic coin. She helps<br />

couples form families by way of legal adoption,<br />

she counsels and guides those in the throes of<br />

ugly divorces and child custody battles, and is<br />

a beacon of light for those left in the dark.<br />

“I have personally experienced divorce<br />

and the fear of the unknown. I was the<br />

mother of a six-month-old at the time. When<br />

someone comes to me I really understand<br />

what they’re going through. I know they’re<br />

scared and I give them hope and that helps<br />

them to feel at peace.”<br />

Sometimes, according to Beaulieu-Fawcett,<br />

the person getting divorced is conflicted<br />

about whether to stay or leave a marriage.<br />

And Beaulieu-Fawcett admits this can be a<br />

very scary time for people. But, in the end<br />

she stresses it’s best to make sure everyone’s<br />

safety is of prime importance. “There are a<br />

lot of substance abuse cases and it’s rewarding<br />

to protect the client. There also needs to<br />

be a safety plan in place for the children. It’s a<br />

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ewarding and creative aspect of family law cases.”<br />

The firm also handles complicated divorce appeals cases<br />

where errors have been made. These cases are often found on<br />

the desk at Beaulieu- Fawcett Law Group due to erroneous judgments<br />

made on behalf of clients. Another aspect of the practice<br />

has to do with helping couples adopt children from foster care<br />

or step-parent adoption. “Sometimes the biological father is out<br />

of the picture and the step father wants to adopt his wife’s child.<br />

That is a very rewarding experience as well.”<br />

When it comes to rewarding activities Beaulieu- Fawcett<br />

Law Group has a philanthropic bent. They donate 10 percent<br />

of profits to over 40 charities each year. And at their 10th<br />

Anniversary celebration (in November) invited guests were<br />

asked to bring a gift card. The organization that benefited from<br />

this evening of kindness is the 4Kids of South Florida. “We sent<br />

a generous contribution to 4Kids of South Florida, which is a<br />

sibling supportive foster care facility.”<br />

All these good deeds do not go unnoticed. In 2013-2014<br />

Beaulieu- Fawcett was the winner of the Delray Beach Chamber<br />

of Commerce Business Person of the Year. From 2009 to<br />

2016 she was named a Florida Super Lawyer, she has been<br />

a Florida Legal Elite, and for the past seven years Beaulieu-<br />

Fawcett has received a Preeminent AV Peer Review Rating by<br />

Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating.<br />

Sometimes it takes a village to do this rewarding, yet complicated<br />

legal work. And Beaulieu- Fawcett knows this all too<br />

well. “Our family law firm is one of the largest in Florida that<br />

focuses exclusively on family law and we always need to work<br />

as a team. Our clients never have to worry; with a team they’re<br />

protected at all times. If an emergency situation arises there is<br />

always someone on the team available.”<br />

Nikki can attest to that. “The Beaulieu- Fawcett Law Group<br />

always looked out for my best interest. Stacy Beaulieu is smart,<br />

professional and understanding yet has a heart for people she<br />

represents. She will fight for you. If it was not for her I would<br />

have walked away with nothing and lost my home.”<br />

Beaulieu-Fawcett Law Group, PA<br />

127 Northeast 2nd Avenue<br />

Delray Beach, Florida 33444<br />

Phone: 561-819-6208<br />

Email: info@BLGFL.com<br />

www.BLGFL.com<br />

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special feature ║ 24/7 PERFECT CLEANING<br />

Cleanliness Is<br />

Next To Godliness<br />

24/7 Perfect<br />

Cleaning<br />

We love Baby LAYELL - She is SIMPLY THE BEST !<br />

by diane feen<br />

photos by melissa korman<br />

{If you ask Razzy Jacobs what he’s selling, he’ll tell you time. Though most of us<br />

don’t think of a cleaning service as one that sells hours or days, in his mind it’s<br />

one of the most precious things we have. And he is sure most of us don’t want<br />

to squander our time just as we wouldn’t want to squander our money.<br />

Does it look SPARKLING CLEAN ?<br />

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“We sell you time by cleaning your place.<br />

We take this chore off your mind so you can<br />

use that time towards something else. If we<br />

clean your house perfectly from top to bottom,<br />

then you can use that time to improve<br />

the quality of your life or your career,” said the<br />

self-professed workaholic.<br />

Razzy takes a certain pride in the cleaning<br />

empire that he has built from scratch. He<br />

started out in the hospitality industry and<br />

then went into the real estate business. While<br />

flipping properties he was in charge of cleaning<br />

those properties. As business grew he had<br />

more houses to clean, which meant he had to<br />

recruit more people to help him complete this<br />

time consuming task.<br />

That’s when the light bulb went off in his<br />

brain. “I kept asking for help from my friends<br />

at the restaurant where I worked. That’s<br />

when I started a cleaning service, but not just<br />

any cleaning service – the best one in Palm<br />

Beach and Broward County.”<br />

If you listen to the regimentation and scientific<br />

logic to Razzy’s business model you realize<br />

how he has scaled a mountain in the cleaning<br />

business in such a short period of time.<br />

Razzy only hires women with professional<br />

cleaning experience. They must be clean,<br />

neatly dressed, have no visible tattoos and<br />

not smoke. They must also pass a very rigorous<br />

background check and have a stellar<br />

work ethic.<br />

Employees are also firmly educated about<br />

the importance of honesty and integrity on


the job (and in life) and are expected to follow<br />

his lead. “We don’t do surface cleaning,<br />

we do deep cleaning. We are thorough and<br />

after we dust a surface, we move the item and<br />

clean that as well. We make sure that picture<br />

frames are cleaned (not just dusted in place),<br />

sliding door tracks are cleaned, dirt and dust<br />

is removed from the top of ceiling fans, window<br />

frames are cleaned, baseboards, bathroom<br />

light fixtures and everywhere else you<br />

can imagine is also cleaned.”<br />

You won’t find a dust mite-filled baseboard<br />

after his crew leaves your home (or office) and<br />

you won’t find anything missing as well. “We<br />

are not a big franchise (or corporation) and<br />

believe in making sure our quality and consistency<br />

of service is always firmly in place.<br />

When someone thinks of a cleaning service,<br />

then 24/7 Perfect Cleaning is what they’ll<br />

hear about immediately. There’s a lot of peace<br />

of mind you get when you are guaranteed the<br />

same quality and consistency all the time. If<br />

my girls are on time, they’re late. When they<br />

come early, than that’s on time for me”<br />

Razzy is also constantly keeping in touch<br />

with his clients to make sure their greatest<br />

(or minor) cleaning tasks have been performed.<br />

He wants to make sure that - like an<br />

antique clock - his business and employees<br />

work like a charm.<br />

“We hired 24/7 Perfect Cleaning to clean<br />

our salon and they are amazing. They’re also<br />

reliable and always on time. When the girls<br />

are here (early in the morning), Razzy is always<br />

in contact with us. If we have something<br />

different that needs cleaning, all we do is send<br />

a text or a picture of the item and they clean<br />

it for us. Razzy is hard working and always<br />

there to make sure everything is perfect,” said<br />

Ariel Jarvis, Manager of One Aveda Salon in<br />

East Delray Beach.<br />

We love to clean the Law Offices of Lee Cohen P.A.<br />

at 411 E Atlantic Ave Suite 200 E Delray Beach<br />

We love to clean The Biostation Medical Clinic AT 3100 N Federal Hwy Delray<br />

We love to clean Woo Creative AT 135 E Atlantic Ave Delray Beach<br />

Perfection is something that motivates<br />

Razzy. When comparing his cleaning service<br />

– that does residential cleaning, housekeeping<br />

and commercial cleaning – he thinks fivestars.<br />

“I make sure my girls know what to do,<br />

and I speak to my clients to find out exactly<br />

what they want. I have a good memory and I<br />

always remember what clients say is important<br />

to them. It’s also important that my staff<br />

smiles and is always professional.”<br />

If you ask Kilburn Sherman, Managing Director<br />

at SJO Worldwide, LLC he’ll agree that<br />

Razzy and his team are top notch. It’s not just<br />

hyperbole. “24/7 Perfect Cleaning has exceeded<br />

all expectations with regards to managing<br />

the cleanliness of our office. They are<br />

friendly, show up on time, are trustworthy,<br />

and most importantly they leave our office<br />

spotless. Razzy has built an incredible team<br />

and I wouldn’t trust anyone else to manage<br />

the cleaning of our office.”<br />

There’s a saying that excellence comes<br />

from the top. That’s why Razzy Jacobs maintains<br />

his standards in the stratosphere so<br />

that 24/7 Perfect Cleaning can keep their<br />

clients happy at all times!<br />

24/7 Perfect Cleaning<br />

Razzy Jacobs | 561.901.5229<br />

www.247perfectcleaning.com<br />

247perfectcleaning@gmail.com<br />

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special feature ║ palm beach botox<br />

The Future of Aesthetic Medicine is NOW… at<br />

Palm Beach Botox<br />

By Nicol JenkinS<br />

photos by melissa korman<br />

{<br />

Rapid technological advancements in aesthetic medicine has made<br />

non-surgical treatments the next Fountain of Youth. Dr. Samuel Siddiqui’s<br />

background in pharmaceutical and clinical medicine has allowed<br />

Palm Beach Botox in Delray Beach to provide top quality service and<br />

procedures to suit every budget.<br />

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special feature ║ the miracle league<br />

It Takes A Miracle<br />

And We All Need To Help<br />

By diane feen<br />

{<br />

If it takes a village to raise children, then it must take<br />

a miracle to help those who can’t do it on their own.<br />

Julia Kadel learned this firsthand from a<br />

TV show. She learned that children with disabilities<br />

could play baseball with their peers<br />

in a special league called The Miracle League.<br />

And it moved her to act.<br />

“I started the Delray Miracle League to<br />

give children with physical and mental<br />

disabilities the ability to achieve the same<br />

dream as their healthy peers - to play ball,”<br />

said Board Certified Health Coach and Delray<br />

resident Kadel.<br />

A lot has happened since the Kadel’s (Jeff<br />

and Julia) started the league ten years ago.<br />

Back then they had two teams, 20 players<br />

and 20 volunteers. Now they have six teams,<br />

two coaches per team, 75 volunteers, Miracle<br />

Moms, a Miracle League Cheerleading Squad,<br />

a volunteer-run concession stand and a fulltime<br />

Executive Director (Julia).<br />

The Delray Parks and Recreation department<br />

was so inspired by the league (and the<br />

Kadels) that they renovated the field at Miller<br />

Park to include The Miracle League Field.<br />

The Miracle field has a cushioned synthetic<br />

turf to help prevent injuries, wheelchair<br />

accessible dugouts, and a flat surface to<br />

eliminate any barriers for wheelchair bound<br />

or visually impaired players. The game also<br />

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Justin<br />

Ava (buddy) & Josh (player)<br />

has different rules: Every player gets to bat<br />

once in each inning, all base runners are safe,<br />

every player scores a run before the inning is<br />

over, each team and player wins every game<br />

and community children and volunteers<br />

serve as “buddies” to assist the players.<br />

How great is that?<br />

The answer is it’s amazingly great. But<br />

with this huge undertaking comes a need<br />

for support from the community. That’s<br />

why Julia and her husband Jeff (the cofounder)<br />

are hosting the Second Annual<br />

Miracle League of Palm Beach County<br />

Dinner on the Diamond – Boundless<br />

Dreams on February 25th.<br />

The event will help the Miracle League<br />

of Palm Beach County purchase and install<br />

an unrestricted, boundless inclusive playground<br />

and garden at the Miracle League<br />

Field. Proceeds will also guarantee that<br />

the league will continue to be free for all<br />

participants.<br />

This fun filled event, at the Miller Park<br />

Field, will include a cocktail hour, dinner, live<br />

music, dancing, craft beers, dessert, entertainment<br />

and a silent and live auction. Pastor<br />

Casey Cleveland will give the blessings<br />

and the Exceptional Theater Group (a special<br />

needs choir) will sing the National Anthem.<br />

Delray folks and visitors will be lending<br />

their cheerful selves and ethereal spirits to<br />

make sure the evening is filled with smiles<br />

and laughter.<br />

There are also sponsorship opportunities,<br />

donations and advertising opportunities for<br />

individuals and businesses.<br />

“A MIRACLE takes place every time our<br />

special needs athletes, volunteers and fans<br />

gather at the Miracle League Baseball Field!<br />

We need your help with fundraising to expand<br />

the league, improve the field and keep<br />

it “FEE FREE” for all players!”<br />

You can also donate gifts or services for<br />

the auction, underwrite the cost of an auction<br />

item, advertise in the auction booklet,<br />

become a table sponsor or attend the event.<br />

Julia has been honored by the Bethesda<br />

Hospital Foundation as a Woman of Grace<br />

and the Kadel family has long supported<br />

those in need in the community and the<br />

world.<br />

So get out and support this worthy cause.<br />

To whom much is given, much is expected.<br />

The event is February 25th at 6:00 pm at<br />

the Field of Dreams at 1905 SW 4th Avenue,<br />

Delray Beach 33444.<br />

“We hope you will join us and be part of<br />

what will be a fun and enthusiastic event.”<br />

The Miracle League is a non-profit (501) c<br />

(3) organization. To see the Miracle League<br />

and its mission check out the video: www.<br />

MLPBC.com.<br />

If you have questions (or need information)<br />

contact Julia at coachkadel@aol.com or<br />

561-414-4441.<br />

Tickets can be purchased at: www.MLPBC.<br />

com. “Every Child Deserves A Chance to Play<br />

Baseball.”


New Branch in Delray Beach<br />

Pineapple Grove, just off Atlantic Avenue<br />

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special feature ║ SEASIDE BUILDERS<br />

SEASIDE BUILDERS<br />

Creates Luxury Sea Faring Townhouses<br />

By diane feen<br />

{<br />

Seaside<br />

photos by © Edward Butera | ibi designs inc. | Boca Raton Florida<br />

Builders has upped the luxury ante once more.<br />

This time they have taken space and suspended it in mid-air.<br />

photo by melissa korman<br />

If you wonder how Seaside (and co-owners<br />

Tom Laudani and Patrick Whyte) have<br />

managed to create townhomes that take<br />

their cue from the finest of Mother Nature’s<br />

treasure, we’ll tell you.<br />

The ten townhouses, built at the new<br />

Seagate Yacht Club Residences, are an incredible<br />

testament to genius architecture<br />

and luxury modern detail. With the sun and<br />

sea as the backdrop these $3.5 million townhomes<br />

all have a few things in common.<br />

Let’s just say the details are a stairway<br />

to heaven, so to speak. Every townhome is<br />

4,200-square-feet and has a sweeping open<br />

floor plan, floor-to-ceiling glass, spectacular<br />

water views of the Marina, a floating staircase<br />

with glass railings and an elevator on<br />

each floor of the four stories.<br />

That’s only part of this elegant celebrity<br />

style residence. Each townhome has a designer<br />

kitchen with high-end Miele appliances<br />

and custom lacquer and hardwood<br />

cabinetry. It all works seamlessly throughout<br />

the kitchen so minimalism rules the<br />

room in all its culinary glory.<br />

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In the first floor living room there’s a<br />

hand-carved marble quartz gas fire place<br />

with a TV niche for a 62-inch flat screen TV.<br />

If you’d prefer a more natural view all you<br />

have to do is turn around. There you will be<br />

greeted by the effervescence and thrill of<br />

the pristine water through the floor-to-ceiling<br />

windows that look out onto the marina.<br />

Feet from each living room are private dipping<br />

pools that lend an aqua elegance to the<br />

dimension and diameter of the townhome.<br />

And that’s only the first floor. The second<br />

floor has a guest bedroom, outdoor terrace<br />

suspended over the marina and an elegant<br />

powder room with cut quartz backsplash<br />

and hammered stainless steel sink. The integrity<br />

and congruity that allows light and<br />

space to uplift each residence is breathtaking.<br />

Each floor also has its own unique character<br />

within the boundaries of good taste<br />

and seamless modern design.<br />

That’s what attracted Jim Blumenfeld to<br />

the property. The marketing consultant and<br />

art connoisseur fell in love with the Seagate<br />

Yacht Club Residences on the spot. “We used<br />

to stay at the Seagate Hotel when we came<br />

to Delray Beach. When we saw these townhouses<br />

we knew immediately we loved the<br />

floor plan and lifestyle that it afforded us.<br />

We have access to the beach, the schools and<br />

all that Atlantic Avenue has to offer.”<br />

Blumenfeld and his husband moved into<br />

their dream home last July and couldn’t be<br />

happier. “We just love it here. The townhouse<br />

is fantastic. We even love the stairs<br />

(it’s a great way to exercise) and we use every<br />

bit of space this home has to offer.”<br />

It’s easy to see why Blumenfeld is smitten<br />

with his Southern exposure end-unit<br />

townhome. It has a magnificence that is accentuated<br />

by their art collection, good taste<br />

and space for a separate laundry room and<br />

private room for their dog on the first floor.<br />

There’s another thing that sold Blumenfeld<br />

on this city dwelling. “What impressed<br />

us as well was the concrete block, steel girders<br />

and rock solid construction. We have<br />

high rated hurricane glass and the second<br />

floor bedroom is used as family space. We<br />

also love the sky lounge.”<br />

If you’re wondering what a sky lounge is,<br />

we’ll tell you. It’s the roof top terrace of the<br />

four-story townhome that has a summer<br />

kitchen, stunning views of the marina, large<br />

lounge area, a Jacuzzi, fire pit and glorious<br />

water views - all accessible by a private four<br />

story elevator.<br />

The ten private luxury townhomes (worth<br />

$35 million) sold out in ten months. Though<br />

this fanfare and success is business for Seaside<br />

Builders, it surprised them. “I expected<br />

to be successful with this project but it even<br />

exceeded my expectations,” said Laudani,<br />

who 37 years experience as a residential<br />

developer of luxury single family homes and<br />

townhomes east of the Intracoastal.<br />

The rapid success of this project does not<br />

surprise those who know Seaside. “The timing<br />

of this project was impeccable,” said luxury<br />

real estate broker Pascal Liguori of Premier<br />

Estate Properties. “Seaside Builders has an uncanny<br />

ability to understand and meet the demands<br />

of high-end luxury home buyers. Their<br />

team is the best in the business. They’re always<br />

one step ahead of the competition.”<br />

Currently Seaside Builders has other<br />

high-end luxury residences just waiting for<br />

buyers to discover. But they won’t last long.<br />

There are five Key West style townhouses a<br />

block from the beach and downtown Delray<br />

called Seaglass Cottages. These luxury<br />

townhomes start at $2.4 million and will<br />

pamper your most discerning instincts.<br />

One block from the beach – called 150<br />

Oceanside - Seaside has six contemporary<br />

luxury condos with the same inimitable quality,<br />

style and lightness of being. There are<br />

also three elegant townhomes with spectacular<br />

water views and rooftop terraces at 215<br />

MacFarlane Drive and three contemporary<br />

townhomes at 101 SE 7th Avenue.<br />

If the word townhouse doesn’t conjure up<br />

thoughts of elegance and luxury then you<br />

haven’t seen the miraculous handiwork and<br />

inventive creation of the Seaside team. They<br />

have state-of-the art kitchens, open floor<br />

plans, glass walls, breathtaking sophistication<br />

and compelling details to make your life<br />

heaven on earth.<br />

If you want your earthly existence to feel<br />

suspended in divine luxury, then stick with<br />

Seaside Builders. They’re the largest builders<br />

of luxury homes and townhouses east<br />

of the Intracoastal and know how to build<br />

homes of incomparable elegance and tranquility.<br />

Don’t wait long though; their properties<br />

have a way of selling out before the<br />

lawn has even been watered.<br />

Archictect – Richard Jones, Delray Beach<br />

Interior Design - Leighton Design Group, Delray Beach<br />

SEASIDE BUILDERS<br />

185 Northeast 4th Avenue Suite 104<br />

Delray Beach, Florida 33483<br />

561-272-9958<br />

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special feature ║ delray boxing<br />

A Gym Like No Other<br />

delray boxing<br />

By Martin LenkowskY<br />

photos by melissa korman<br />

{Five years ago, Michael Hockton and Richard Wilson Jr. had a vision of<br />

bringing boxing to Delray Beach. The idea was to bring boxing into the<br />

mainstream and make it more accessible for those who had previously been<br />

intimidated about walking into a boxing gym without any prior experience.<br />

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The two had met and sparred at a boxing<br />

gym years ago and realized the social aspect<br />

of the sport was a key component. “We would<br />

box five or six rounds, then go for a pint and<br />

compare notes,” laughs Wilson. Thus, the<br />

Delray Beach Boxing brand was born.<br />

The gym, located at 2455 N. Old Dixie<br />

Highway in Delray Beach, opened last<br />

month. Hockton had previously owned a<br />

boxing gym in London. “It’s the same concept<br />

on steroids,” he said.<br />

Along with Peter Carney and Matt Fronzaglia,<br />

the lads have created the best boxing/social<br />

facility in the country, the first<br />

of its kind, and the first to offer a “ringside<br />

seat” at the bar which looks directly at the<br />

24-square foot championship ring. Fronzaglia,<br />

who brings over 28 years of business<br />

acumen, is no stranger to contact sports as<br />

a black belt with more than 14 years experience<br />

in Kenpo karate.


When you step into the 6,000 square-foot<br />

training facility you cannot help but be impressed<br />

by the decor and detail at Delray<br />

Beach Boxing. With a wide array of heavy<br />

bags ranging from the “Super heavy bag,” to<br />

the double-end bag for hand/eye coordination,<br />

and a plethora of speed bags, there is<br />

always something fresh to train on.<br />

The gym also offers 2,000 square-feet of<br />

strength training and exercise equipment,<br />

including free weights, treadmills, elliptical<br />

machines, machines for stretching, plus a<br />

high-tech NexerSys machine for fitness enthusiasts,<br />

professional athletes, and people<br />

hoping to improve their physical condition<br />

and mental acuity.<br />

“The best people I’ve ever met have been<br />

through boxing,” claims Hockton. “It’s where<br />

you find out more about yourself in three<br />

minutes (one round of pro boxing) than you<br />

do in a lifetime. Boxing breeds confidence,<br />

perseverance and respect for yourself and<br />

others. There are no ‘bullies’ in boxing. We<br />

are out to put Delray Beach on the map as<br />

the ‘hub’ for top fighters around the world<br />

to train, and give our members a chance to<br />

see the work ethic these athletes go through<br />

in honing their craft.”<br />

Delray Beach Boxing offers a social membership<br />

which entitles a member to relax<br />

and witness boxing, training and sparring<br />

sessions. And with multiple widescreen<br />

televisions in the pub, members are also<br />

able to enjoy televised sporting events including<br />

Pay-Per-View boxing and European<br />

football. “There’s live boxing in the ring<br />

while having a pint,“ says Hockton.<br />

All staff members have boxed and competed<br />

at the highest level. Senior trainers<br />

Justin Wright and Jonathon Campbell both<br />

trained under Hockton. “Nothing prepares<br />

you for boxing, it’s like running on your<br />

feet, then trying to run on your hands,” says<br />

Wright. “I’m a real technical guy, I’ll make<br />

sure they’re technically sound.”<br />

Wright also notes a large amount of interest<br />

has come from women. “Some are<br />

here to get a good workout and never get<br />

punched,” which is our morning class, “Get<br />

Fit Without Getting Hit,” he said.<br />

Delray Beach Boxing offers five structured<br />

classes Monday through Friday, morning<br />

and evening. A kid’s class will be held every<br />

weekday from 4 to 5 pm for children 12 and<br />

older. “We’re about life skills,” says Jonathon<br />

Campbell. “It’s not about going into the gym<br />

and just throwing your hands up.”<br />

A unique twist to the kids’ class is that<br />

it not only focuses on the boxing aspect,<br />

but also on academics. All students must<br />

keep their grades up to participate in our<br />

boxing certification program. From 7 to<br />

8 pm those in the “Delray Beach Boxing<br />

Academy” are put through their paces.<br />

The academy is made up of professional<br />

fighters or those with aspirations of “going<br />

pro.” The amateur fighters will represent<br />

Delray Beach Boxing in competition.<br />

The training staff will determine if one is<br />

ready for this level.<br />

Friday night fights are another feature of<br />

Delray Beach Boxing. While not compulsory,<br />

it allows a member to get the feel and<br />

experience of a championship bout under<br />

LED lights supervised by the trainers. And<br />

for other members, they can have a “front<br />

row seat” to watch the action while enjoying<br />

their favorite beverage.<br />

The pub does not offer food but has an<br />

original, imported red London phone box<br />

that members can enter for a direct connection<br />

to Delivery Dudes and order their favorite<br />

eats. Also available on “Event Nights”<br />

will be food trucks. Keeping with the boxing<br />

theme, “Fight of the Food Trucks” will feature<br />

a fun competition where everyone can<br />

vote on their favorite truck and the victor<br />

will return to the next event.<br />

For more information, go to their website<br />

at www.delrayboxing.com or call (561) 501-<br />

2855. You can also find Delray Boxing on<br />

Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.<br />

Delray Boxing<br />

2455 N. Old Dixie Highway<br />

Delray Beach, FL 33483<br />

561-501-2855<br />

delrayboxing.com<br />

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special feature ║ Luxury performance automotive group<br />

Saving You Money on<br />

Luxury Cars<br />

By Martin LenkowskY<br />

{<br />

“Oh<br />

photos by melissa korman<br />

Lord won’t you buy me a Mercedes Benz? My friends<br />

all drive Porsches, I must make amends...” – Janis Joplin<br />

It’s a pity poor Janis had to depart this<br />

earth way too soon and join the infamous<br />

“27 Club,” when she could have gone on to<br />

live a full, happy and enjoyable life down<br />

here in Delray Beach. And if such were<br />

the case, Luxury Performance Automotive<br />

Group might have been the solution to her<br />

little dilemma.<br />

By way of introduction, Luxury Performance<br />

Automotive Group, located at 1800<br />

N. Federal Highway, is not what you’re accustomed<br />

to when you first set foot in a car<br />

dealership - not by any means.<br />

Let’s start with the automobiles themselves;<br />

the showroom lobby could easily<br />

adorn the cover of a magazine catering exclusively<br />

to the ultra-wealthy. A red Ferrari<br />

coupe, a black Mercedes convertible, a black<br />

Ferrari convertible, and two Porsches are<br />

only a few of the high performance luxury<br />

cars on display. And - here’s the catch - all<br />

vehicles for sale here are pre-owned.<br />

“I’m trying to create something that’s<br />

not a usual car dealership,” says owner<br />

and founder Rod Rifai, who opened his<br />

owner and General Manager Rod Rifai welcomes you<br />

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20,000 sq ft state of the art facility<br />

pre-owned luxury car dealership just three<br />

months ago. Rod, a Southern California native,<br />

had been selling new cars for more<br />

than 30 years. He used to own new car dealerships<br />

in Miami.<br />

Why the switch to selling used luxury<br />

cars? Rod cites two good reasons. Firstly,<br />

one can save a bit of money, he says. He<br />

photo courtesy of luxury performance automotive group<br />

points to a 2010 red Ferrari 458 Italia coupe<br />

with a mere 7,000 miles on the odometer.<br />

New it would’ve cost around $300,000, he<br />

says. However, his asking price is $180,000.<br />

Likewise, another Ferrari, a 2006 F430<br />

Spider with only 8,000 miles, is going for<br />

$150,000. It too would have sold for about<br />

$300,000 if purchased brand new.<br />

“There’s a massive saving involved,” Rod<br />

says, adding another smart reason to purchase<br />

a pre-owned luxury car is because<br />

of limited availability. “Ferrari only makes<br />

8,000 new cars year-round,” he says. “Your<br />

chance of getting a new car every year is<br />

very difficult.”<br />

Actually, when Rod sold his Miami dealerships<br />

a few years ago, he was counting<br />

on living a simple, less stressful life here in<br />

Delray Beach. “I had an eight-month-old son<br />

and I never saw him,” he says. “I got an offer<br />

to sell my stores. I wanted to be near the<br />

water. Living in Delray Beach is like living in<br />

California. I bought a house and moved to


Jimmy assisting a customer with a Ferrari 458 Spider<br />

Delray a year and a half ago. I moved here to retire; I had no<br />

plans to ever work in the car business again.”<br />

But soon Rod discovered the slow-pace, laid back lifestyle of a<br />

young retiree, (he’s only 50) wasn’t really for him. “I just wasn’t<br />

ready to go from 100 mph down to 20 mph,” he says. “That’s too<br />

slow a pace. I wanted to get involved with the community again.<br />

As a retired person I had no contact with people. I wanted to get<br />

to know people, my neighbors. And if your business does well,<br />

you can give back to the community.”<br />

Something else pulled Rod back into the business world: his<br />

passion for luxury cars. “I love all high-performance vehicles in<br />

every way,” he says. “They’re all different. This store is like a<br />

little gallery. I love each of them (the cars) like a child.”<br />

Speaking about galleries, unlike any other vehicle showroom,<br />

paintings from local artists adorn the walls at Luxury<br />

Performance Automotive Group. “Nobody has a facility like<br />

this,” he says. “I really wanted to create an atmosphere a customer<br />

would feel comfortable in, including the most discerning<br />

customers. I wanted to make this the Ritz-Carlton of dealerships.<br />

Everyone loves it when they come in here. They’re<br />

‘wowed’ by the experience.”<br />

In addition to sales, there’s a full-service repair shop for all<br />

European vehicles from Ferrari, Porsche to BMW and Mercedes<br />

Benz , plus a storage area for those planning to be away for a<br />

while and want their vehicle cared for in a secure air-conditioned<br />

environment. His staff consists of 10 people including<br />

two master mechanics.<br />

He sells vehicles to suit different people’s budgets. “We try to<br />

accommodate everyone from a customer looking for a $25,000<br />

European Import to a half-million dollar budget,” he says.<br />

At this time, 70 percent of his sales are done on-line, because<br />

of the limited availability of pre-owned high-performance luxury<br />

cars in different areas. He’s hoping in time to attract more<br />

local customers. “I want to invite people to come in to see something<br />

unique,” he says. “When they buy from us they’re supporting<br />

our community and local charities. “<br />

And as further proof how much Rod loves his cars, a bookshelf<br />

in his office is decorated with multi-colored models of high<br />

performance vehicles, including his favorite, a model Jeff Gordon<br />

car, identical to the one he races at various tracks.<br />

Luxury Performance Automotive Group<br />

1800 N. Federal Highway<br />

Delray Beach, FL 33483<br />

561-926-9599<br />

www.lpautogroup.com<br />

CS@lpautogroup.com<br />

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special feature ║ Delray Beach Open<br />

Painting the Town Yellow for 25 Years<br />

Delray Beach Open<br />

By Danielle Quintero<br />

{Each February, the landmark Delray Beach Stadium & Tennis<br />

Center comes to life, gaining worldwide attention and receiving<br />

global media coverage for the on-court action and various events<br />

surrounding the Delray Beach Open tennis tournament.<br />

photo by Eduardo Schneider<br />

With temperatures averaging 72 degrees,<br />

more than 50,000 visitors flock to<br />

our town to enjoy the top-tier tennis, gorgeous<br />

beaches, fine dining establishments,<br />

art galleries and Atlantic Avenue boutiques.<br />

Painting the town yellow for another<br />

year, the Delray Beach Open is celebrating<br />

its 25th anniversary, displaying worldclass<br />

tennis in the ‘Most Fun Small Town in<br />

America’ (USA Today/Rand McNally 2012),<br />

Delray Beach!<br />

For a 10-day stretch, beginning President’s<br />

Day weekend, the Delray Beach<br />

Open (Feb. 17-26) includes an ATP Champions<br />

Tour event featuring a lineup of the<br />

game’s legends, followed by an ATP World<br />

Tour event showcasing the world’s current<br />

top tennis stars.<br />

photo by Peter Staples<br />

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photo by CameraSport<br />

The three-day ATP Champions Tour competition<br />

(Feb. 17-19, Friday-Sunday) is set<br />

up in a USA vs. International format and pits<br />

popular Americans James Blake, Mardy<br />

Fish and Vince Spadea against an international<br />

team of Fernando Gonzalez of Chile,<br />

Sebastien Grosjean of France, and Mikael<br />

Pernfors of Sweden.<br />

The ATP World Tour 32-player field (Feb.<br />

20-26, Monday – Sunday) features world<br />

No. 3 Canadian Milos Raonic, 2009 US Open<br />

champion and 2011 Delray Beach champion<br />

Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina, Delray<br />

Beach 2015 champion Ivo Karlovic (No.<br />

21), American Jack Sock (No. 20), defending<br />

champion Sam Querrey and the world’s<br />

long-time supreme doubles team Mike and<br />

Bob Bryan. The Bryan Brothers recently<br />

won the ATP’s “Fan Favorites” award for<br />

the 12th time, and del Potro won the ATP’s<br />

“Comeback Player of the Year” award for the<br />

second time in his career.<br />

“One of our priorities was to sign Milos<br />

as there’s widespread interest in seeing his<br />

incredible talent here in Delray Beach,” said<br />

tournament director Mark Baron. “And we<br />

expect that there will be an energized Canadian<br />

crowd to cheer him on. We are also<br />

welcoming back Juan Martin del Potro and<br />

our fans’ favorite Bryan Brothers, which gave<br />

us a great start in putting together a fabulous<br />

tournament to celebrate our 25th year.”<br />

The popular and charismatic Delray<br />

Beach Open VolleyGirls, the only dance<br />

team representing an ATP event,will cheer<br />

on players, ignite the crowd and promote<br />

the tournament in the community.<br />

Unique to the Delray Beach Open, the<br />

tournament features not only world-class<br />

photo by CameraSport<br />

tennis, but also an array of lavish receptions<br />

and VIP experiences.<br />

Delray Beach movers and shakers have<br />

the opportunity to choose from a variety<br />

of social events during the tournament, including<br />

the annual box holders’ party that<br />

partners with the Delray Beach and Boca<br />

Raton Chambers of Commerce and features<br />

cuisine from Delray eateries.<br />

Also on the schedule is a Friday evening<br />

(Feb. 24) Sponsors & Players party presented<br />

by VIP Caterers, a pair of Ladies Day<br />

Luncheons presented by Centre Court Active<br />

wear, and exclusive wine tastings in the<br />

VIP Clubhouse Lounge provided by Copper<br />

Cane Wines and Provisions.<br />

Between matches, tournament guests<br />

will enjoy live local music acts on the Alchemy<br />

Arts main stage in the Courtyard<br />

Plaza hosted by Delray Beach’s own Ian<br />

Caven. Inspired performances by Rocket<br />

to Anywhere, Spider Cherry, Cohen Robinson,<br />

Shanna Lee & 86 Band, Justin Rosario,<br />

J Savvy, Oh My Bad, and Holidazed will heat<br />

up the main stage and provide the audio<br />

back drop for the tournament’s 25th anniversary<br />

celebration.<br />

For those looking for philanthropic spirit,<br />

the Delray Beach Open has expanded its<br />

community wide involvement by partnering<br />

with two organizations to raise awareness<br />

and funds for cancer.<br />

Prior to the tournament on February 4,<br />

fitness enthusiasts and weekend warriors<br />

will have the opportunity to squat for a<br />

cause at PurLife Fitness Center during the<br />

Delray Beach Open’s 2nd Annual Squat-A-<br />

Thon to benefit local organization, Think<br />

Pink Rocks.<br />

On Sunday, February 19, ATP Champions<br />

Tour matches will volley pink tennis balls<br />

during the finals matches to raise awareness<br />

for the American Cancer Society. A new<br />

Community Ticket Fundraising Program<br />

will return 20% of ticket sales purchased<br />

through the American Cancer Society back<br />

to the organization in an effort to fight the<br />

disease in Palm Beach County.<br />

An abundance of special seating options are<br />

available including budget-friendly Reserved<br />

Seats, the “Best Seats in the House” (world’s<br />

only on-court seats) and covered Stadium Veranda<br />

Seats (include complimentary food and<br />

drinks). ‘Best Seats’ and Veranda Seats come<br />

with VIP parking passes and access to the VIP<br />

Clubhouse Lounge serving 2-for-1 drinks every<br />

session. Complete ticketing options are<br />

available at YellowTennisBall.com/Series.<br />

Popular ticket promotions include Senior<br />

Days ‘Buy One, Get One’ offer presented by<br />

Delray Medical Center (Monday, Feb. 20 and<br />

Wednesday, Feb. 22 day sessions) and the<br />

always sold-out Ladies Day Luncheon packages<br />

that includes a delectable menu, wine<br />

& ATP pro player appearances (Wednesday,<br />

Feb. 22 and Thursday, Feb. 23). Those donating<br />

eight non-perishable food items can obtain<br />

a complimentary reserved seat for the<br />

day session during Monday’s (Feb. 20) Food<br />

Drive, presented by Champion Porsche.<br />

On President’s Day (Monday, Feb. 20, 8:30<br />

am – 4:30 pm) USTA Kidz Day offers a funfilled<br />

day of tennis matches and activities.<br />

Tickets are $10 - $20 for children and $10<br />

for adults, and include the ATP World Tour<br />

day session matches.<br />

For all event information and ticket prices,<br />

visit YellowTennisBall.com or call 561-330-6000.<br />

photo by Autumn & Melinda Photography<br />

photo by Autumn & Melinda Photography<br />

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special feature ║ Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce<br />

We’ve Got “it”<br />

BY STEPHEN CHRISANTHUS<br />

{<br />

At the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce you’ll find an<br />

enthusiastic community eager to help you succeed. They have reinvented an<br />

all-American institution and created a modern, eclectic hub where business,<br />

education, job growth, tourism, government affairs, entrepreneurship,<br />

technology, healthcare, arts and culture intersect and thrive. There’s simply<br />

no other organization like it. So what is “it”? “it” is different for everyone.<br />

Ronnie Dunayer, Golf Professional<br />

& Sports Psychologist, Kids Rule<br />

Golf Camp and Academy<br />

We are fortunate to have the Delray<br />

Beach Golf Club that has historic designation,<br />

is a worldwide attraction and an affordable<br />

public course with 9 and 18 hole<br />

options for everyone to enjoy. I enjoy<br />

teaching a sport that can be played forever<br />

and on your own terms.<br />

Annie S. Burke, M.S. CNRC, USATF,<br />

owner and CEO Delray Beach Running<br />

Company<br />

We are a leader in specialty running and<br />

offer everything from expert fittings from<br />

certified running coaches, to assistance<br />

with injury prevention, coaching, nutrition,<br />

marathon training and more.<br />

Mark Baron, owner, President, Tournament<br />

Director Delray Beach Open<br />

Ever look at the ATP professional tennis<br />

calendar? See those 62 majestic cities in 32<br />

countries – Sydney, Toronto, Tokyo, Moscow,<br />

Madrid, Dubai…You know what’s in<br />

the middle of those legendary destinations?<br />

Delray Beach, Florida. That’s “it”. Delray<br />

Beach Open is coming Feb 17-26, 2017.<br />

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Delray Beach loves sports, a community<br />

packed with fans and players alike.<br />

There are Chamber members that support<br />

every aspect of health, competition<br />

and entertainment in the city. We have a<br />

tennis stadium that hosts major professional<br />

and celebrity tournaments, a top<br />

notch public golf course that invites everyone<br />

to play, and local stores to equip<br />

the athlete in all of us. Let’s meet several<br />

Chamber members who think Delray<br />

sports, when they think “it”.<br />

W<br />

M<br />

B<br />

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Ronnie Dunayer, Annie S. Burke, Mark Baron<br />

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special feature ║ delray beach marketing cooperative<br />

Fun for Everyone<br />

BY STEPHEN CHRISANTHUS<br />

{<br />

Delray Beach is bustling as high season rolls on. Snow<br />

birds and visitors from all over the world are here<br />

enjoying the warm weather and all the town has to offer.<br />

Shopping Atlantic Ave<br />

Old School Square<br />

It’s the perfect time to check out all the<br />

restaurants, stores, and attractions that<br />

have popped up since you’ve been away. If<br />

you’re a lucky local, don’t let the influx of<br />

new faces scare you off, get out there and<br />

explore all the things happening.<br />

If it’s culture you seek, Old School Square<br />

always has something cool going on. Whether<br />

it’s amazing shows at the Crest Theater or<br />

classes at the Creative Arts School, it is the<br />

epicenter of the arts. Stop into the Cornell<br />

Museum and see “Fabricated”; which delves<br />

into the world of artists who stitch, sew, cut<br />

and glue textiles to create extraordinary<br />

art. A happening joint you may not have<br />

discovered yet is the Fieldhouse. Weekly<br />

events include silent discos, plays and awesome<br />

bands. The creative team at Old School<br />

Square has put together an all-star lineup of<br />

great entertainment all year round.<br />

Think you know all the restaurants in<br />

town, think again. With dozens on the Ave<br />

and just as many popping up throughout<br />

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the arteries and back streets there is sure<br />

to be one you’ve yet to try. Banyan on the<br />

corner of NE 2nd Ave and NE 2nd street<br />

is brand new, and offers an exciting menu<br />

and cool atmosphere. After you hit them all<br />

you can always circle back to El Camino, a<br />

city favorite with an impressive number of<br />

tequilas and mescals and some of the best<br />

Mexican food in the county,no wonder it’s<br />

still always jumping.<br />

Delray Beach makes shopping fun with<br />

its non-chain stores and original designers.<br />

Stroll the streets for unique purchases<br />

you can’t find anywhere else, and head to<br />

Pineapple Grove to meet with the designers<br />

themselves. Start downtown and work your<br />

way to the beach. You’ll have plenty of cafes<br />

in between to fuel your fun day of browsing.<br />

Delray Marketplace shopping center is several<br />

miles west; there you will find a variety<br />

of cool stores and delicious places to eat.<br />

Dinner at Burt and Max’s is worth the short<br />

drive alone. Check out Frank Theatres Cine<br />

Bowl and Grille for a full day of fun.<br />

So whether you flew in for a couple of<br />

months or you live here year round and<br />

drive a golf cart, get out and enjoy the<br />

weather and all the fun things going on in<br />

Delray Beach.<br />

For a complete listing of what’s going on<br />

in town go to VisitDelrayBeach.org<br />

Burt and Max’s


Visit our Studio Home design store to see our collection<br />

of unique accessories, furniture & lighting to compliment<br />

your beautiful home.<br />

1020 S. Federal Highway Suite 104<br />

Delray Beach, FL 33483<br />

561 865-7191 | leightondesign.com


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special feature ║ old school square<br />

TREAT SOMEONE SPECIAL IN FEBRUARY<br />

February 3 – April 23, 2017<br />

Fabricated<br />

Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square<br />

Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sunday,<br />

1-4:30 p.m.; suggested $5 donation<br />

From street art to galleries, contemporary fiber<br />

art is recognized as a highly collectible visual art<br />

with its own identities. Fabricated delves deep into<br />

the world of artists who stitch, sew, cut, and glue<br />

textiles to create extraordinary art. The exhibition<br />

includes a variety of works, from exceptionally<br />

large scale pieces to surprisingly tiny pieces, from<br />

extremely detailed to the abstract. This show will<br />

satisfy art lovers and non-museum goers alike!<br />

February 3-5, 2017<br />

Pump Boys and Dinettes<br />

Crest Theatre at Old School Square<br />

Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 2 & 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2<br />

p.m.; tickets $62/$52<br />

The ‘Pump Boys’ sell high octane on Highway<br />

57 in Grand Ole Opry country and the ‘Dinettes’,<br />

Prudie and Rhetta Cupp, run the Double Cupp<br />

diner next door. Together they fashion an evening<br />

of country western songs that received<br />

unanimous raves on and off-Broadway. “Both<br />

musically and theatrically, a triumph of ensemble<br />

playing. It doesn’t merely celebrate the value<br />

of friendship and life’s simple pleasures, it embodies<br />

them.” - The New York Times<br />

February 7, 2017<br />

Beginnings – A Chicago Tribute<br />

Crest Theatre at Old School Square<br />

Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.; tickets: $45/$35<br />

In the fall of 2002, BEGINNINGS was born out<br />

of the love and respect for the music of one of the<br />

greatest American Rock bands of all time, CHI-<br />

CAGO. Forged together by a group of professional<br />

musicians, all veterans of the New York music<br />

scene, BEGINNINGS is a labor of love based on<br />

musicianship and professionalism.<br />

February 13 & 14, 2017<br />

Defying Gravity<br />

Crest Theatre at Old School Square<br />

Monday and Tuesday, 8 p.m.; tickets $67/$52<br />

Debbie Gravitte, Jason Graae, Scott Coulter<br />

and John Boswell celebrate the incredible<br />

songbook of three-time, Academy Award<br />

winning® composer and lyricist Stephen<br />

Schwartz, singing songs from his hit Broadway<br />

shows Pippin, Godspell, and Wicked, and<br />

the animated films Pocahontas and The Hunchback<br />

of Notre Dame.<br />

PHOTOS BY: CAMERASPORT<br />

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February 16, 2017<br />

Robert D. Chapin Lecture Series:<br />

Hilaree O’Neill<br />

Crest Theatre at Old School Square<br />

Thursday, 2 p.m.; tickets: $32 (balcony);<br />

$67/$47 (main floor; includes post-lecture<br />

reception & valet parking)<br />

This professional ski mountaineer and athlete<br />

for The North Face will share incredible stories!<br />

She is the first woman to climb two 8,000m<br />

peaks in 24 hours (Everest and Lhotse).<br />

February 16, 2017<br />

The Sounds of Soul<br />

Crest Theatre at Old School Square<br />

Thursday, 8 p.m; tickets $45/$35<br />

Get ready to relive the hits of Motown and<br />

beyond, as this exciting, high energy ensemble<br />

of six seasoned performers unleashes superior<br />

vocals and slick dance moves powered by pure<br />

soul! Soak in the hits of The Temptations, The<br />

Four Tops, Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston,<br />

The Supremes, Lionel Richie, Tina Turner, Barry<br />

White, and more.<br />

February 17-19, 2017 – Xanadu<br />

Crest Theatre at Old School Square<br />

Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 2 & 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2<br />

p.m.; tickets $52/$42<br />

This Tony Award-nominated, hilarious, musical<br />

adventure is about following your dreams despite<br />

the limitations others set for you. Performed by<br />

the Carbonell Award-Winning Slow Burn Theatre<br />

Co., the original hit score was composed by poprock<br />

legends Jeff Lynne and John Farrar.<br />

February 24, 2017<br />

Philip Fortenberry –<br />

The Hands of Liberace<br />

Crest Theatre at Old School Square<br />

Friday, 8 p.m.; tickets $37/$27<br />

As a versatile artist whose style encompasses<br />

a wide range of musical genres, Philip Fortenberry<br />

is a performer with an equally expansive<br />

career. Philip was featured as the piano double<br />

for Emmy and Golden Globe winner Michael<br />

Douglas’ portrayal of Liberace in the HBO Films<br />

biopic, Behind the Candelabra. He is currently<br />

the Associate Conductor of Jersey Boys at Paris<br />

Las Vegas and was the featured artist-in-residence<br />

at the Liberace Museum, where he performed<br />

his one-man show, Liberace and Me.<br />

February 25, 2017<br />

Catch A Rising Star Comedy<br />

presents Julia Scotti<br />

Crest Theatre at Old School Square<br />

Saturday, 8 p.m.; tickets $47/$67<br />

A top 10 finalist on America’s Got Talent, Scotti<br />

is a renowned transgender entertainer. “Hilarious,<br />

powerful, dynamic and real… like a comedy<br />

chainsaw flying through the room!” Julia’s high<br />

octane machine gun delivery, combined with her<br />

hilarious groundbreaking and thought provoking<br />

views on most everything have ignited a buzz<br />

across the country.<br />

FEB 17-26<br />

DEL POTRO, RAONIC, SOCK, BRYANS<br />

ATP CHAMPIONS TOUR: USA VS. INTERNATIONAL<br />

USA: BLAKE, FISH, SPADEA INT’L: GROSJEAN, PERNFORS, GONZALEZ<br />

561.330.6000 I YellowTennisBall.com<br />

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regulars ║ city people<br />

City People<br />

SUZANNE FISHER<br />

Parks And Recreation Wonder Woman<br />

By Diane Feen<br />

{<br />

Photo by melissa korman<br />

They always say if you want to get<br />

something done ask a busy person.<br />

Suzanne Fisher is pure proof of this theory.<br />

Fisher, the Director of Delray Beach Parks and Recreation<br />

has been leading this all-encompassing stretch of<br />

parks and beyond with diplomacy and diligence since<br />

she took the job three years ago.<br />

It’s not her first rodeo.<br />

She’s been leading the pack in outdoor ventures and the<br />

cultural arts for the past 21 years. The title becomes her.<br />

So much so that she’s held it in Camilla, Georgia, Jefferson,<br />

Georgia, Palatka, Florida and lastly Albany, Georgia.<br />

You could say that Fisher has been rehearsing for this<br />

position since she left the womb. “I started playing tennis<br />

when I was five-years-old. When I was 14 I was recruited<br />

to teach tennis for the city of Seminole in Florida. After<br />

that I worked and organized their summer camp.”<br />

Though Fisher was the apple of her mentor’s eye (Linda<br />

Kettell) she showed signs of athletic and competitive<br />

prowess early on. She started playing tennis with her<br />

father as a preschooler, but soon outpaced him on the<br />

court when she was in the 5th grade.<br />

It was in college that she cemented her future in the<br />

parks and recreation field. She graduated from University<br />

of Georgia Athens with a degree in Recreation and<br />

Leisure Administration and received a Master’s Degree<br />

in Public Administration from University of North Florida<br />

Jacksonville.<br />

That was only the perfunctory warm up for a career<br />

that’s dotted with outstanding achievements ranging<br />

from getting millions of dollars in state and federal grants<br />

to overseeing 800 acres of land, 76 parks, nine gyms, a golf<br />

course and two cemeteries. She was also in charge of an<br />

aquatic facility, baseball stadium, six youth baseball facilities,<br />

four boat ramps, a pistol range, amphitheater, Skate<br />

Park, 10,000-seat Civic Center and 654 FEMA-vacant lots.<br />

In Delray Beach, where she is an unsung hero, Fisher’s<br />

claim to fame runs deep. “Susan is amazing. She’s community<br />

oriented, intelligent, and has turned the Parks<br />

and Recreation Department from ‘Oh, we can’t do that<br />

program or event’ to ‘Let’s make that program-event<br />

happen,’” said Recreation Superintendent Alberta Gaum.<br />

You bet she does. Fisher is built for speed on her feet<br />

and long range planning in her cerebral cortex. She often<br />

has nine or ten meetings in one day and her phone bings<br />

with texts and emails like a coin operated slot machine.<br />

But that doesn’t bother the 42-year-old single mom<br />

whose life is built on hard work and kid glove leadership.<br />

“We love to see people enjoying themselves. We<br />

provide events that help people explore leisure pursuits<br />

and desires. We have 40 to 50 monthly programs that are<br />

also cultural and educational in nature,” said Fisher who<br />

whose small frame belies her King Kong like tenacity.<br />

Fisher also has a team whose efforts build on this<br />

Herculean outdoor empire. There are 95 full-time workers<br />

and 90+ part-timers who make sure the city gets<br />

its’ full due. You can see why. They run four community<br />

centers, a teen center and skate park, 1.5 miles of beach,<br />

two aquatic facilities, a tennis stadium, 38 clay and six<br />

Hard-Tru tennis courts, a full golf course and executive<br />

golf course, marina with 29 slips, one cemetery, two natural-environmental<br />

preserves, 40 parks and 200+ greenspace<br />

median right-of-way areas.<br />

They also oversee and permit city sponsored events<br />

like the Delray Beach Open, the Chris Evert Celebrity<br />

Classic and the USTA junior qualifying events.<br />

The hierarchy of employees that Fisher commands is<br />

so vast that a chart is taped to her wall like that of a family<br />

tree. There are eight division managers, 10 recreation<br />

supervisors, crew leaders, recreation assistants and labor<br />

maintenance.<br />

But this “can do” woman keeps it all straight, even<br />

though her office is as busy as that of a school principal.<br />

“Suzanne encourages diverse groups to collaborate<br />

on innovative ideas to improve our city’s parks. Even<br />

though she’s managing a large team and under a lot of<br />

pressure, she always finds a way to make herself available<br />

with a smile. Her kind and witty personality makes<br />

working with her a real pleasure,” said Mark Cassini, Co-<br />

Founder of Community Greening.<br />

Cassini is right. Fisher has an easy going demeanor<br />

and genuinely wants everyone to be happy. When<br />

asked why she chose this line of work she doesn’t skip<br />

a beat, “I love interacting with people of all ages in a<br />

community. Every day is fun. The meetings are differ-<br />

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ent but the goal is always the same: ‘How do<br />

we provide better services, programs and<br />

help the community.’”<br />

One way that Fisher has impacted the city<br />

is by strengthening the Public Art Advisory<br />

Board. “Susan has been largely responsible<br />

for transforming our Board into a dynamic<br />

force for action in developing the City’s<br />

public art program. She is inventive and resourceful<br />

in taking our ideas and shaping<br />

them into do-able projects, then finding the<br />

best way to make them happen. She does it<br />

all with good will and a fun attitude,” said<br />

Daniel Bellante, Chairman of Public Art Advisory<br />

Board of Delray.<br />

Bellante has a point. Good humor is a personality<br />

trait that follows Fisher around like<br />

a puppy. When difficulties beset her path, she<br />

says nonchalantly, “Everything happens for the<br />

best” and you know she means it.<br />

When not working (which is rare) she can<br />

be found spending time with her 15-year-old<br />

daughter Morgan or enjoying the downtown<br />

Delray street scene.<br />

But one thing for sure, Fisher is always<br />

working to make Delray a happy healthy place.<br />

“If you are interested in something we don’t offer<br />

let us know so we can accommodate those<br />

program requests. In the meantime we hope<br />

you’ll come out and enjoy the parks!”<br />

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dining ║ restaurant review<br />

Red Dragon Roll<br />

HOUSE OF SIAM<br />

The tradition of the great thai masters<br />

By Diane Feen<br />

{<br />

Thai<br />

Photos by melissa korman<br />

food is normally graded on its ability to<br />

tantalite our senses. And it usually does.<br />

Jumbo Shrimp Yellow Curry<br />

That’s why we eagerly await a trip to<br />

House of Siam. This family owned and operated<br />

restaurant, with the fairy tale twinkling<br />

lights surrounding its outdoor seating, is<br />

simply terrific.<br />

It’s not only awe inspiring but a sorcerer<br />

of delight. The sauces are homemade and the<br />

ingrediants are artfully prepared to make<br />

each dish a culinary symphony of flavors.<br />

The menu is extensive and the daily specials<br />

add a delightful twist to the norm.<br />

Those familiar with this neighborhood<br />

haunt know that House of Siam added a<br />

Sushi bar to their Thai heritage. The good<br />

news is that their fresh sushi is equally as<br />

terrific as the Thai offerings.<br />

One of our favorites is the Red Dragon Roll.<br />

Made with Shrimp Tempura, avocado, tuna,<br />

masago and asparagus it was topped with<br />

Tempura flakes and Kimchee sauce. The fish<br />

was extremely fresh and the texture of ingredients<br />

made it burst with flavor.<br />

One of the specials of the day was Sunomono<br />

made with sliced conch rolled in cucumber<br />

with shrimp, crabmeat and masago. This<br />

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tasty dish was so refreshing and compelling<br />

it was gone moments after the plate hit the<br />

table. And for good reason. The cucumber<br />

combined with seafood made it light and<br />

tasty with a unique subtle enchantment.<br />

That’s what makes House of Siam such<br />

a special place. Laura Samuels knows this<br />

all too well. The former psychologist, who<br />

moved to Delray a few years ago, feels the<br />

same way about House of Siam that you<br />

would a favorite relative. She goes there as<br />

often as possible and savors the delight of<br />

the Speical Eggplant with Basil. Though I<br />

often wonder why she doesn’t experiment<br />

more often, the bouncy brunette seems to<br />

favor the Eggplant.<br />

“The Eggplant Basil is superb and the<br />

sauce is delicate and tasty. The reason I eat<br />

at House of Siam so often is because of the<br />

quailty of their food and the delicate flavors<br />

that tease and tantalize my tastebuds. I always<br />

walk away after a meal there feeling<br />

fully satisfied, happy and light,” said Samuels.<br />

House of Siam serves comfort food for the<br />

soul with flavors and ingredients that cry out<br />

to be devoured on sight. The genius of creation<br />

lies solely on its owners Pian and Patrick<br />

who outdo themselves on a regular basis.<br />

The fact that they grow their own herbs<br />

fresh on the premises says a lot.<br />

“The Thai food and sushi at House of Siam<br />

is amazing. Everything on the menu is excellent!<br />

The food is authentic with lots of fresh<br />

herbs and spices and fresh seasonal vegetables.<br />

It’s the Best Thai food I’ve ever had,”<br />

said Jennifer.<br />

Arthur Brown couldn’t agree more. “I have<br />

been going to House of Siam for about 10<br />

years. The service is great and the food is the<br />

BEST. I highly recommend that your next dinner<br />

experience be at the House of Siam.”<br />

We don’t know if Arthur or Jennifer have<br />

tasted the Pad Woonsen, but we’re sure they<br />

would enjoy it. We did! Made with clear thin<br />

noodles it was prepared with onion, scallions,<br />

snow peas, carrots and stir fried with<br />

egg and chicken. This noodle dish can be<br />

prepared with chicken, beef, pork, Tofu or<br />

shrimp. The mild peanut sauce added a welcome<br />

zest of flavor.<br />

There’s another entrée on the Thai menu<br />

that always supersedes expectation - The<br />

House Sizzler. Call it what you will, this savory<br />

dish is always a winner no matter what day<br />

or time you go to House of Siam. It comes sizzling<br />

hot to your table as if it were a birthday<br />

surprise. Made with diced cucumbers, onion,<br />

red bell pepper and cashew nuts, its stir fried<br />

over freshly cooked spinach. The Sizzler is<br />

Special Sunomono<br />

topped with a pungent peanut sauce and can<br />

be prepared with Chicken, Beef, Pork or Tofu.<br />

“I’m not usually a Tofu kind of guy but the<br />

Tofu Sizzler was terrific. I thought the peanut<br />

sauce and vegetables complimented the excellent<br />

flavor of this Thai entrée. I’ve never<br />

tasted anything like it before and I really enjoyed<br />

it,” said Paul Ellenbogen.<br />

Vegetarians are not only welcome at<br />

House of Siam, but are revered there. Pian<br />

and Patrick’s loyalty to those who eschew<br />

meat, chicken and seafood can be seen by<br />

the nature of the dishes made in the vegetarian<br />

tradition.<br />

One of our favorite veggie appetizers are<br />

the Fresh Rolls. Made with sliced cucumber,<br />

carrots, rice noodles, lettuce and bean<br />

sprouts, they’re wrapped in rice paper and<br />

served with a tasty peanut ginger dipping<br />

sauce. They also serve vegetarian Hand Rolls.<br />

Vegan Sushi Combos, Vegetable Pad Thai and<br />

Vegetable Soy Sauce Noodles (called Pad See<br />

Eu) with broccoli and carrots in a tasty sauce.<br />

Fresh Roll<br />

If you have a craving for a spicy Sushi<br />

challenge – one that will awaken your culinary<br />

senses, try the Volcano Roll. Made with<br />

Baked Seafood, Masago and spicy mayo it is<br />

served on top of a California Roll.<br />

House of Siam is also open for lunch and<br />

serves specials (Monday to Friday from<br />

11:30 to 2:30) that include special Bento<br />

Boxes with sushi and sashimi, Teriyaki dishes,<br />

Sushi Rolls and Vegan boxes.<br />

A meal at House of Siam is tantamount to<br />

a trip to Thailand in all its culinary glory. We<br />

love the sauces, the combination of flavors,<br />

the fresh veggies and the expertise that each<br />

dish is inherently prepared with. That’s what<br />

they’re known for and it’s the reason they’re<br />

celebrating their 18th year in business.<br />

We couldn’t be happier.<br />

HOUSE OF SIAM<br />

25 NE 2nd Avenue #116<br />

Delray Beach<br />

561-330-9191<br />

www.houseofsiam.info<br />

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Recipe<br />

dining ║ recipe<br />

Chef james skarulis Photos by melissa korman Banyan restaurant & bar<br />

189 ne 2nd avenue<br />

delray beach, fl 33444<br />

White salad with<br />

lemon Vinaigrette<br />

561-563-8871<br />

www.banyandelray.com<br />

ingredients (makes 4 servings)<br />

preparation<br />

4 Endives<br />

5 Button Mushrooms Sliced<br />

1 Can or Jar of Marinated<br />

Artichoke Hearts (drained)<br />

1 Can of Hearts of Palm (drained)<br />

Grilled Scallops or Shrimp<br />

Parmesan cheese<br />

Dressing<br />

Juice and Zest of two Lemons<br />

2 Leaves of fresh Basil<br />

1 Sprig of fresh Thyme<br />

1/4 Cup White Wine Vinegar<br />

1/2 Cup Olive Oil<br />

In a food processor, blend herbs and lemon juice with zest.<br />

Add vinegar and oil to emulsify. Slice the endives, mushrooms,<br />

artichoke hearts, and hearts of palms. Toss, all ingredients<br />

with dressing. Serve salad and place shrimp or scallops on top.<br />

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.<br />

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dining ║ guide<br />

We at Atlantic Ave Magazine try to keep our Dining Guide as accurate as possible<br />

for our reader’s benefit, however this can sometimes be a difficult task. We may<br />

omit some eateries and others may have moved or closed. If you are not listed in<br />

this guide we apologize but please feel free to e-mail lisa@atlanticavemagazine.<br />

com and we will get your details entered for the following month. By the same<br />

token, if you see a listing that is no longer there then please e-mail lisa@<br />

atlanticavemagazine.com and it will be removed for the following month. Your<br />

help in keeping our Dining Guide up-to-date is very much appreciated.<br />

delray BEACH<br />

American<br />

Atlantic Grille<br />

1000 E Atlantic Ave, DB (In<br />

the Seagate Hotel)<br />

561-665-4900<br />

Banyan Restaurant & Bar<br />

189 NE 2nd Ave<br />

Pineapple Grove<br />

DB, 561-563-8871<br />

Boston’s on the Beach<br />

40 S Ocean Blvd, DB<br />

561-278-3364<br />

Breathe<br />

401 W Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-330-4526<br />

Brule Bistro<br />

200 NE 2nd Ave #109, DB<br />

561-274-2046<br />

Bru’s Room<br />

35 NE 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-276-3663<br />

BurgerFi<br />

6 S Ocean Blvd, DB<br />

561-278-9590<br />

Burt & Max’s Bar & grill<br />

Delray Marketplace<br />

Atlantic & Lyons<br />

561-638-6380<br />

Cut 432<br />

432 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-272-9898<br />

Dada<br />

52 N Swinton Ave, DB<br />

561-330-3232<br />

De La Tierra - Sundy House<br />

106 S Swinton Ave, DB<br />

561-272-5678<br />

Deck 84<br />

840 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-665-8484<br />

Doc’s All American<br />

10 N Swinton Ave, DB<br />

561-278-3627<br />

Donnie’s Place<br />

60 NW 5th Ave, DB<br />

561-243-9996<br />

Ellie’s 50’s Diner<br />

2410 N Federal Hwy<br />

DB, 561-276-1570<br />

Fifth Avenue Grill<br />

821 S Federal Hwy, DB<br />

561-265-0122<br />

Gourmet Killer Dogs<br />

4057 West Atlantic Ave, DB.<br />

917-656-3664<br />

Grand Tavern<br />

710 Linton Blvd, DB<br />

561-279-2779<br />

Grangers Grill<br />

802 SE 5th Ave, DB<br />

561-276-7881<br />

Henry’s<br />

16850 Jog Road<br />

Between Linton Blvd &<br />

Clintmore Rd<br />

DB, 561 638 1949<br />

HiWay Burger<br />

12 SE 5th Ave, DB<br />

561-243-6430<br />

Jimmy’s Bistro<br />

9 S Swinton Avenue, DB<br />

561-865-5774<br />

Johnnie Brown’s<br />

301 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-243-9911<br />

Lilo’s<br />

814 E Atlantic Ave, DB.<br />

561-272-8049<br />

Longhorn Steakhouse<br />

1562 S Federal Hwy, DB<br />

561-278-1944<br />

Max’s Harvest<br />

169 NW 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-381-9970<br />

Max’s Social House<br />

116 NE 6 Ave, DB<br />

561-501-4332<br />

Off the Ave<br />

19 SE 5th Ave, DB<br />

561-450-6768<br />

Outback<br />

1300 Linton Blvd, DB<br />

561-272-7201<br />

Park Tavern<br />

32 SE 2nd St, DB<br />

561-265-5093<br />

Prime<br />

29 SE 2nd Ave DB<br />

561-865-5845<br />

Salt7<br />

32 SE 2nd St, DB<br />

561-274-7258<br />

Seacrest Grille<br />

(Marriott Hotel)<br />

10 N Ocean Blvd, DB<br />

561-274-3200<br />

Shula Burger<br />

Delray Marketplace<br />

Atlantic & Lyons<br />

DB, 561-404-1347<br />

Smoke Inn BBQ<br />

8 SE Atlantic Ave., DB<br />

561-330-4236<br />

The Grove Restaurant<br />

187 NE 2 Ave., DB<br />

561-789-8636<br />

The Office<br />

201 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-276-3600<br />

The Original Brooklyn<br />

Water Bagel<br />

14451 S Military Trail, DB<br />

561-455-7490<br />

Tryst<br />

4 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-921-0201<br />

Asian/Sushi/Chinese<br />

Buddha Sky Bar<br />

217 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-450-7557<br />

China Gardens<br />

14402 S. Military Trail,<br />

DB, 561-498-5226<br />

House of Siam<br />

25 NE 2nd Ave #116, DB<br />

561-330-9191<br />

Lemongrass Bistro<br />

420 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-278-5050<br />

Ming’s Garden Chinese<br />

271 NE 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-276-3333<br />

Yama Japanese Restaurant<br />

200 NE 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-266-9929<br />

Ziree Thai & Sushi<br />

401 W Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-276-6549<br />

Continental/Greek<br />

Apeiro Kitchen & Bar<br />

14917 Lyons Rd.<br />

Delray Marketplace<br />

561-501-4443<br />

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Bistro 241<br />

241 NE 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-330-4080<br />

Blue Anchor<br />

804 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-272-7272<br />

Boheme Bistro<br />

1118 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-278-4899<br />

Caffe Martier<br />

411 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-278-7790<br />

Carpe Diem<br />

110 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-455-2140<br />

Joseph’s Wine Bar<br />

200 NE 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-272-6100<br />

La Cigale, A Taste of the<br />

Mediterranean<br />

253 SE 5th Ave, DB<br />

561-265-0600<br />

Olio Bistro<br />

42 SE 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-278-6633<br />

Taverna Opa<br />

Greek Cuisine<br />

270 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-303-3602<br />

The Greek Bistro<br />

1832 S Federal Hwy<br />

DB, 561-266-8976<br />

Thirty Two East<br />

32 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-276-7868<br />

Coffee/Dessert<br />

Ben & Jerry’s<br />

1155 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-272-3112<br />

Café Bleu<br />

44 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-455-4041<br />

Coffee District<br />

325 NE 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-455-0541<br />

Couture Cakes<br />

142 SE 6th Ave, DB<br />

561-279-1828<br />

Full Of Crepe<br />

632 E. Atlantic Ave<br />

DB, 561-562-8090<br />

Gizzi’s Coffee<br />

2275 S Federal Hwy #380<br />

DB, (561) 266-9797<br />

Jellies at Seagate<br />

1000 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-330-3775<br />

Kilwin’s Chocolates &<br />

Ice Cream<br />

402 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-278-0808<br />

Orange Leaf<br />

Frozen Yogurt & Gelato<br />

418 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-894-8230<br />

Puro’s Cigar<br />

777 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-278-6118<br />

Starbucks<br />

205 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-243-9332<br />

Starbucks<br />

502 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-265-3273<br />

The Grind Cafe<br />

Delray Marketplace<br />

Atlantic & Lyons<br />

561-270-3036<br />

Health Food<br />

Ciao Sidewalk Café<br />

1208 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-278-4520<br />

Fit Food Express<br />

302 NE 4th St, DB<br />

561-330-4525<br />

Green Fields Organic Bistro<br />

4900 Linton Blvd.<br />

DB, 561 501-4169<br />

Nature’s Way Café<br />

20 W Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-272-6200<br />

Nutrition Cottage<br />

1815 S Federal Highway,<br />

DB, 561-734-4626<br />

Purgreens<br />

Inside Purlife Fitness Center<br />

45 NE 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-276-7387<br />

The New Vegan<br />

528 NE 2nd St. DB<br />

561-404-5301<br />

Italian<br />

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza<br />

115 NE 6th Ave, DB<br />

561-278-7911<br />

Bambini’s Garden Pizzeria<br />

14466 Military Trail, DB<br />

561-638-6442<br />

Bella Amici Pizzeria<br />

Delray Marketplace<br />

Atlantic & Lyons<br />

561-270-3025<br />

Cafe Gelato Panini<br />

& Wine Bar<br />

506 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-501-4574<br />

Caffe Luna Rosa<br />

34 S Ocean Blvd, DB<br />

561-274-9404<br />

Carrabba’s Italian Grill<br />

335 E Linton Blvd, DB<br />

561-266-9393<br />

Cena Modern Italian<br />

9 SE 7th Avenue, DB,<br />

561-330-1237<br />

D’Angelo Pizza Tapas<br />

16950 Jog Road, DB.<br />

561-381-0037<br />

Il Bacio Restaurant<br />

& Lounge<br />

29 SE 2nd Ave, DB,<br />

561-865-7785<br />

IL Contadino Ristorante<br />

165 NE 2nd Ave,<br />

Pineapple Grove, DB<br />

561-330-0004<br />

Il Girasole<br />

1911 S Federal Hwy, DB,<br />

561-272-3566<br />

Luigi’s Coal Oven Pizza<br />

307 E. Atlantic Ave, DB,<br />

561-274-1969<br />

Mellow Mushroom<br />

25 SE 6th Ave, DB<br />

561-330-3040<br />

Pizza Rustica<br />

1155 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-279-8766<br />

Rocky’s Italian Bistro<br />

20 SE 5th Ave, DB<br />

561-276-9703<br />

Salotta<br />

145 NE 4th Ave, DB<br />

561-266-0310<br />

Sazio<br />

131 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-272-5540<br />

Scuola Vecchia<br />

522 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-865-5923<br />

Terra Fiamma<br />

Ristorante. Pizza. Bar<br />

9169 W. Atlantic Ave.<br />

Delray Marketplace<br />

561-495-5570<br />

Tramonti Italian Ristorante<br />

119 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-272-1944<br />

Vic & Angelo’s<br />

290 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-278-9570<br />

Windy City Pizza<br />

401 W. Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-266-2811<br />

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Wood & Fire<br />

5199 West Atlantic Ave<br />

DB 561-332-2300<br />

Latin/Caribbean/Spanish<br />

Bamboo Fire Café<br />

149 NW 4th Ave, DB<br />

561-749-0973<br />

Cabana El Ray<br />

105 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-274-9090<br />

CHE!!! Restaurant<br />

900 E. Atlantic Ave,<br />

On the Intracoastal<br />

DB, 561-562-5111<br />

Papa’s Tapas<br />

259 NE 2nd Ave<br />

Delray Beach, FL 33444<br />

Phone: ( 561) 266-0599<br />

Mexican<br />

Cabo Flats<br />

Cantina & Tequila Bar<br />

Delray Marketplace<br />

Atlantic Ave & Lyons Rd.<br />

DB 561-499-0378<br />

El Camino<br />

15 NE 2nd Ave, DB.<br />

561-865-5350<br />

Hacienda Mexican<br />

Restaurant & Bar, 14820 S<br />

Military Trail, DB.<br />

561-562-5151<br />

Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar<br />

110 E. Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-808-1100<br />

Senor Burrito<br />

142 SE 6th Ave #E, DB<br />

561-278-5757<br />

Pubs/Clubs<br />

3rd & 3rd<br />

301 NE 3rd Ave, DB,<br />

561-303-1939<br />

Blue Anchor British Pub &<br />

Restaurant<br />

804 E. Atlantic Ave, DB.<br />

561-272-7272.<br />

Bull Bar Inc<br />

2 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-274-8001<br />

Honey<br />

16 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-270-7187<br />

Hurricane Bar & Lounge<br />

640 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-278-0282<br />

Kevro Studio & Art Bar<br />

166 SE 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-278-9675<br />

N2 Winebar<br />

104 NE 2nd Ave<br />

The Hyatt Place<br />

561-278-6802<br />

O’Connors Irish Pub<br />

210 NE 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-330-0022<br />

Pepe’s Hideaway<br />

1045 E Atlantic Ave, Db<br />

561-276-3570<br />

Sandbar<br />

40 S Ocean Blvd, DB<br />

561-278-3364<br />

Tim Finnegans Irish Pub<br />

2885 S. Federal Hwy, DB<br />

561- 330-3153<br />

Seafood<br />

50 Ocean<br />

50 S Ocean Blvd, Delray<br />

Beach, FL 33483<br />

(561) 278-3364<br />

City Oyster<br />

213 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-272-0220<br />

Dee Dee’s Conch & Rib<br />

540 W Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-276-1124<br />

J & J Seafood Bar & Grill<br />

634 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-272-3390<br />

Mussel Beach<br />

501 E Atlantic Ave DB<br />

561-921-6464<br />

Racks Fish House<br />

5 SE 2nd Ave, DB,<br />

561-450-6718<br />

The Fisherman’s Grill<br />

5199 W. Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-638-0500<br />

Sandwich/Deli<br />

Bagel’s With Deli<br />

1732 S Federal Hwy, DB<br />

561-279-4799<br />

Big Al’s Steaks<br />

450 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-819-1888<br />

Brighton Beach Bagel &<br />

Bakery<br />

14587 S. Military trail<br />

DB, 561-270-3771<br />

Checkers<br />

450 W Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-278-9939<br />

Christina’s Restaurant<br />

263 NE 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-278-3200<br />

Conte’s Italian Deli &<br />

Gourmet Market<br />

311 NE 2nd Ave, DB,<br />

561.501.7399<br />

Cornell Café Morikami<br />

Museum<br />

4000 Morikami Park Rd, DB<br />

561-495-0233<br />

Domino’s Pizza<br />

142 SE 6th Ave, DB<br />

561-330-0002<br />

Dunkin Donut’s<br />

37 W Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-243-1196<br />

Famous Market Deli<br />

6570 W Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-495-8590<br />

Jersey Mikes Subs<br />

455C NE 5th Ave, DB<br />

561-276-8949<br />

Jimmy John’s<br />

Gourmet Sandwiches<br />

1911 S. Federal Hwy<br />

DB, 561-243-1100<br />

Nemo’s Fish & Chicken<br />

943 W Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-865-5094<br />

Off the Ave<br />

19 SE 5th Ave, DB<br />

561-450-6768<br />

Sandwiches by the Sea<br />

1214 E Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-272-2212<br />

Subway<br />

301 W Atlantic Ave, DB<br />

561-278-5959<br />

Tea-Licious Tearoom<br />

4997 B, W Atalantic Ave,<br />

DB. 561-638-5155<br />

The Café In Paradise<br />

140 NE 2nd Ave, DB<br />

561-330-3434<br />

Tony’s Deli<br />

Breakfast, Lunch, Hero’s<br />

301 W. Atlantic Ave<br />

DB, 561-276-1749<br />

Boca raton<br />

American<br />

13 American Table<br />

451 Palmetto Park Road,<br />

Boca 561-409-2061<br />

Abe&Louis Glades Plaza<br />

2300 W. Glades Road, Boca<br />

561-447-0024<br />

The Addison<br />

2 E. Camino Real, Boca<br />

561-372-0568<br />

Boca Wings & Ribs<br />

2257 North Fed. Highway<br />

Boca 561 391-9110<br />

Boca Muse<br />

7136 Beracasa Way, Boca<br />

561-367-1133<br />

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Boca Pita Express<br />

7158 Beracasa Way<br />

Boca 561-750-0088<br />

Bogart’s Bar & Grille<br />

3200 Airport Road<br />

Boca 561-544-3044<br />

Boston Market<br />

7020 Beracasa Way,<br />

Boca 561-392-2795<br />

Bogart’s Bar &Grille<br />

Muvico Palace 20<br />

3200 Airport Road<br />

Boca 561-544-3044<br />

Brewzzi Glades Plaza<br />

2222 Glades Rd. Boca<br />

561-392-BREW (2739)<br />

Cheesecake Factory<br />

5530 Glades Road.<br />

Boca 561-393-0344<br />

Cottonwood Café<br />

90 Royal Palm Place, Boca<br />

561-353-2233<br />

Chops Lobster Bar<br />

101 Plaza Real. Boca<br />

561-395-2675<br />

Duffy’s Sports Grill<br />

21212 St Andrews Blvd.<br />

Boca 561-869-0552<br />

Grand Lux Café<br />

Town Ctr Mall, 6000 Glades<br />

Road, Boca<br />

561-392-2141<br />

Houston’s<br />

1900 N.W. Executive Ctr<br />

Circle. Boca<br />

561-998- 0550.<br />

J. Alexander’s<br />

1400 Glades Road. Boca<br />

561-347-9875<br />

Kathy’s Gazebo Café<br />

4199 N. Fed. Highway. Boca<br />

561-395-6033<br />

Kee Grill<br />

17940 N.Military Trail. Boca<br />

561-995-5044<br />

Madison’s New York Grill<br />

2006 NW Executive Center<br />

Circle. Boca 561-994-0808<br />

Mariposa<br />

Neiman Marcus at Town<br />

Ctr-5860 Glades Rd. Boca<br />

561-544-2320<br />

Max’s Grille<br />

Mizner Park-404 Plaza Real<br />

Boca 561-368-0080<br />

Miller’s Ale House<br />

1200 Yamato Road.<br />

Boca 561-998-9142<br />

Mississippi Sweets BBQ<br />

2399 N Federal Hwy.<br />

Boca 561-394-6779<br />

Morton’s The Steakhouse<br />

Shops at Boca-5050 Town<br />

Ctr Circle Boca<br />

561-392-7724<br />

New York Prime<br />

2350 N.W. Executive Ctr<br />

Drive. Boca<br />

561-998-3881<br />

Oceans 18<br />

5801 NW 2nd Av Boca<br />

561-994-0400<br />

Pavilion Grille<br />

301 Yamato Road, Boca<br />

561-912-0000<br />

Pinon Grille,<br />

6000 Glades Road.<br />

Boca 561-391-7770<br />

Polo’s Restaurant<br />

5030 Champion Blvd., Boca;<br />

561-997-2920<br />

Rack’s Downtown Eatery<br />

402 Plaza Real.<br />

Boca 561-395-1662<br />

Rebel House<br />

297 E Palmetto Park Road.<br />

Boca 561-353-5888<br />

Ruby Tuesday<br />

409 Plaza Real.<br />

Boca 561-392-5705<br />

Ruth’s Chris Steak House<br />

225 N.E.Mizner Blvd., Boca,<br />

561-392-6746<br />

Seasons 52<br />

2300 N.W.Executive Ctr,<br />

Boca-561-998-9952<br />

Six Tables<br />

112 N.E. 2cnd St., Boca<br />

561-347-6260<br />

Sweet Tomatoes<br />

7110 Beracasa Way,<br />

561-750-3303<br />

The Capital Grille<br />

6000 Glades Road,<br />

Boca 561-368-1077<br />

The Grille on Congress<br />

5101 Congress Av. Boca<br />

561-912-9800<br />

Yogurt Rendezvous*<br />

*(ORB Kosher) 7150<br />

Beracasa Way,<br />

561-392-8384<br />

Asian/Sushi/Chinese<br />

Bluefin Sushi Thai Grill<br />

861 Yamato Rd. Boca<br />

561-981-8986<br />

Boon’s Asian Bistro<br />

19605 SR7.<br />

Boca 561-883-0202<br />

Cay Da Vietnamese<br />

7400 N. Fed. Highway.,<br />

Boca, 561-998-0278<br />

Fah Asian Bistro<br />

Boca Valley Shopping Plaza<br />

-7461 N.Fed Hwy. Boca-<br />

561-241-0400<br />

5 Spice Asian Market<br />

Shoppes at Blue Lake 1200<br />

Yamato Rd. 561-989-1688<br />

Japango<br />

3011 Yamato Road.<br />

Boca 561-999-1263<br />

Kapow Noodle Bar<br />

431 Plaza Real.<br />

Boca 561-347-7311<br />

La Tre<br />

249 E.Palmetto Park Rd.<br />

Boca-561-392-4568<br />

Lemongrass Asian Bistro<br />

101 Plaza Real South.<br />

Boca 561-544-8181<br />

P.F Chang’s<br />

1400 Glades Rd. Boca<br />

561-393-3722<br />

Pei Wei Asian Diner<br />

7152-B Beracasa Way,<br />

561-322-1001<br />

Stir Crazy Café<br />

Town Ctr-6000 Glades Rd.,<br />

Boca 561-338-7500<br />

Sushi Masa & Thai<br />

2240 NW 19th Street.<br />

Boca 561-347-0008<br />

Sushi Ray<br />

Shops at Boca Ctr-5250,<br />

Town Ctr Circle.Boca<br />

561-394-9506<br />

Sushi Thai<br />

100 NE 2cnd St., Boca 561-<br />

750-4448<br />

Sushi Yama<br />

7055-33 W Palmetto Park<br />

Road. Boca 561- 362-6416<br />

Tempura House<br />

The Reserve-9858 Clint<br />

Moore Road. Building<br />

561-883-6088<br />

Uncle Tai’s<br />

Shops at Boca Ctr-5250<br />

Town Ctr Circle. -Boca<br />

561-368-8806<br />

Yokohama Sushi<br />

60 N Fed. Hwy, Boca.<br />

561-392-9328<br />

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dining ║ guide<br />

Yokohama Sushi<br />

9168 Glades Rd. Boca<br />

561-451-1707<br />

Continental<br />

Bakery of France<br />

625 NE Spanish River Blvd.,<br />

Boca 561-361-4490<br />

Bistro Provence<br />

2399 N.Fed. Highway.Boca-<br />

561-368-2340<br />

Brio Tuscan Grille<br />

5050 Town Center Circle.<br />

Boca 561-392-0344<br />

Casa D’Angelo<br />

171 E Palmetto Park Rd.<br />

Boca. 561-996-1234<br />

Cote France Café<br />

100K Plaza Real South,<br />

Boca. 561-955-6021<br />

Casimir French Bistro<br />

416 Via De Palmas #81,<br />

Royal Palm Place, Boca,<br />

561-955-6001<br />

Josef’s Table<br />

5030 Champion Blvd.<br />

Boca 561-353-2700<br />

Kosta’s<br />

5024 N. Fed Hwy.<br />

Lighhousepoint<br />

Georgetown Plaza,<br />

954-571-3842<br />

Le Rivage<br />

450 N.E.20th St.<br />

Boca-561-620-0033<br />

Macaroni Grill<br />

2004 Executive Ctr Drive.<br />

Boca 561-997-5492<br />

Mario’s Osteria<br />

1400 Glades Road.<br />

Boca 561-239-7000<br />

Milos Taverna<br />

1600 N Fed. Hwy, Boca.<br />

561-750-6720<br />

Matteo’s<br />

233 S Federal Hwy.<br />

Boca 561-392-0773<br />

Meatball Room<br />

3011 Yamato Road.<br />

Boca 561-409-4111<br />

Taverna Kyma<br />

6298 N. Fed. Hywy.<br />

Boca 33487<br />

561-994-2828<br />

Villa Rosana<br />

9858 Clint Moore Road.<br />

Boca 561-470-0112<br />

Italian<br />

Arturo’s Ristorante<br />

6750 N.Fed Hwy.<br />

Boca-561-997- 7373<br />

Carraba’s Italian Grill<br />

6909 S.W.18th Street, Boca-<br />

561-544-8838<br />

Josephine’s<br />

5751 N.Fed. Highway. Boca.<br />

561-988-0668<br />

La Luna Italian Bistro<br />

The Polo Shoppes-5030<br />

Champion Blvd. Boca<br />

561-997-1165<br />

La Villeta<br />

4351 N. Fed. Highway Boca-<br />

561-362-8403<br />

Maggiano’s<br />

21090 St. Andrew’s Blvd.<br />

Boca, 561-361-8244<br />

Nino’s Italian Restaurant<br />

7120 Beracasa Way,<br />

561-392-9075<br />

Peace a Pizza<br />

Shoppes at Blue Lake-1200,<br />

Yamato Rd. Boca<br />

561-998-Best (2378)<br />

Pellegrino’s Ristorante<br />

3360 N Federal Highway,<br />

Boca Plaza, Boca Fl. 33431<br />

561-368-5520<br />

Renzo’s of Boca<br />

5999 N. Fed. Highway.<br />

Boca-561-994-3495<br />

Ristorante Sapori<br />

Royal Palm Place-301 Via De<br />

Palmas., Boca 561-367-9779<br />

Trattoria Romana<br />

499 E. Palmetto Park Rd.<br />

Boca-561-393-6715<br />

Umbria<br />

Renaissance Hotel 2000 NW<br />

19st, Boca.<br />

561-368-5252<br />

Latin/Caribbean<br />

Caribbean Grill<br />

1332 NW Boca Raton Blvd<br />

Boca 561-362-0161<br />

Cuban Café<br />

3350 N.W.Boca Blvd. Boca<br />

561-750-8860<br />

Mexican<br />

Senor Burrito<br />

513 N.E 20th Street Boca<br />

561-347-6600<br />

La Rosa Nautica<br />

515 NE 20th St. Boca,<br />

561-296-1413<br />

Rocco’s Tacos<br />

5250 Town Center Circle.<br />

Boca 561-416-2131<br />

Uncle Julio’s<br />

449 Plaza Real.<br />

Boca 561-300-3530<br />

Seafood<br />

Bonefish Grill<br />

21065 Powerline Road.<br />

Boca 561-483-4949<br />

City Fish Market<br />

7940 Glades Road.<br />

Boca 561-487-1600<br />

Truluck’s<br />

351 Plaza Real.<br />

Boca 561-391-0755<br />

Deli/Cafés<br />

Ben’s Deli Kosher<br />

The Reserve-9942 Clint<br />

Moore Rd. Boca<br />

561-470-9963<br />

Boca Beach House<br />

887 E Palmetto Park Road.<br />

Boca 561-826-8850<br />

Deli on Rye<br />

4311 N. Federlal Hwy., Boca<br />

561-347-1400<br />

Hotdogopolis<br />

6020 N Federal Hwy.<br />

8177 Glades Road Boca<br />

561-998-5959<br />

Oasis Cafe<br />

Renaissance Hotel Boca<br />

2000 NW 19st, Boca<br />

561-368-5252<br />

Saquella Caffe<br />

82 Royal Palm Place-410 Via<br />

De Palmas, Boca.<br />

561-338-8840<br />

Toojay’s<br />

3013 Yamato Road.<br />

Boca 561-997-9911<br />

Toojay’s Gourmet Deli<br />

Polo Shoppes-5030<br />

Champion Blvd.<br />

Boca-561-241-5903<br />

Rustic Cellar<br />

Royal Palm Place-<br />

409 S.E.Mizner Blvd.<br />

561-392-5237<br />

Boca-561-392-5237<br />

WEST PALM<br />

TEQUILA COWBOY<br />

City Place<br />

550 S. Rosemary Ave.<br />

WPB 561-249-2749<br />

Other<br />

Meals On The Move, Inc.<br />

561-488-9665 www.<br />

mealsonthemove.com<br />

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MISC ║ pet spotlight<br />

pet pix<br />

Here is our newest Delray resident.....Jilly!<br />

Rylee’s big boy “Rebel”<br />

Lilly<br />

Sissy catching up on Ave news!<br />

DiDi of Delray Beach and her<br />

best new gift<br />

Polly<br />

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You can now give your pets the fame they deserve!<br />

Make your pet a celebrity. Email your favorite photo along with their name to:<br />

pets@atlanticavemagazine.com<br />

Photos must be 300 dpi (high quality), jpg or pdf format.


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MISC ║ ask the petxpert<br />

ask the petXpert<br />

IT’S CONFUSING -<br />

DO WE VACCINATE OR NOT?<br />

The questions surrounding vaccination<br />

programs for our pets and<br />

even ourselves and our children<br />

have become center stage lately. The<br />

debate has certainly created and is perpetuating<br />

much controversy as we begin<br />

to look into the safety and efficacy<br />

of these products. The pharmaceutical<br />

industry wants us to believe that we<br />

must vaccinate to prevent disease, but<br />

is that true?<br />

Our pets in most areas are only required<br />

to have protection against one<br />

disease and that is rabies. This is because<br />

of possible transmission to humans<br />

through a bite. It should be noted<br />

that the United States has been certified<br />

rabies free since 2004 by the Center for<br />

Disease Control.<br />

The theory behind vaccination is that<br />

we identify a potential disease causing<br />

a pathogen and expose the body to a<br />

safe form of that pathogen to build an<br />

immune response which subsequently<br />

allows the body to have a defense<br />

against that disease. Unfortunately, this<br />

theory is flawed in many ways as has<br />

been demonstrated in the human population<br />

with recent outbreaks of measles,<br />

mumps, and other conditions in vaccine<br />

compliant groups. Ultimately, the<br />

best protection for disease control is a<br />

strong healthy immune system.<br />

The decision as to whether to vaccinate<br />

or not needs to be based on several<br />

factors. The first is the risk to your pet.<br />

What disease conditions are they going<br />

to be exposed to and how dangerous<br />

can this condition be? If the likelihood<br />

of exposure is minimal as in a house cat<br />

or dog, then we must look to physiological<br />

factors such as the age of the pet,<br />

whether the disease only affects only<br />

certain age such as puppies and kittens,<br />

is it only seasonal like the flu, or is it<br />

self-limiting like kennel cough.<br />

It is obvious that the pharmaceutical,<br />

medical and veterinary industries have<br />

a huge profit motivation in the sale of<br />

vaccines. We must look beyond their<br />

advice that we NEED these vaccines<br />

and weigh the benefits and the risks<br />

involved in vaccination. Are vaccines<br />

safe? Do we know how they were tested<br />

and if they are truly effective? Do they<br />

really prevent us getting a particular<br />

condition or would the likelihood be<br />

minimal anyway? What are the ingredients<br />

in them and are we comfortable<br />

injecting them into the body? We know<br />

These pets are available for adoption<br />

that most contain toxic heavy metals<br />

and chemicals such as Mercury and Aluminum<br />

that are banned from disposal<br />

in our environment. Are they necessary<br />

and what is the risk to our health having<br />

these in the body?<br />

Another concern are the potential<br />

adverse events or side-effects that can<br />

occur. In humans, we can articulate how<br />

we feel, whether there is pain, tingling,<br />

head and muscle aches or other issues.<br />

Unfortunately, our pets cannot express<br />

these adverse events.<br />

We look to our medical professions<br />

to give us the right advice but we ultimately<br />

must make the right decisions<br />

ourselves. Ask the right questions, do<br />

our own research, and use that knowledge<br />

to make the right choices. Vaccination<br />

is neither a natural process nor<br />

guaranteed safe or effective. We must<br />

approach this procedure with caution.<br />

Bill Piechocki, nutritionist and Dr. Diane Sudduth,<br />

DVM are partners in Fiesta Pet Deli in Pompano<br />

Beach, FL, and co-hosts of the PetHealthCafe.com<br />

radio show. Our 40 years in the animal field has<br />

provided us unparalleled vision and information<br />

which we pass to our clients on a daily basis. We<br />

can be reached at www.PetHealthCafe.com or 800-<br />

940-7387. Call us for a free consultation, we would<br />

be more than happy to help.<br />

SEND YOUR Questions OR COMMENTS FOR OUR PETXPERT TO: PETS@ATLANTICavemagaZINE.COM<br />

21287 Boca Rio Road,<br />

Boca Raton, FL<br />

561-482-8110<br />

www.tricountyhumane.org<br />

Puff ~ This sweet girl was rescued from a<br />

terrible hoarding situation in Tennessee.<br />

She’s SO happy to be safe and healthy but<br />

she’d really like to move on to her forever<br />

home at last. Puff is 1.5 years old and a<br />

sweet ball of ..... puff! Stop in to meet her<br />

and our many other adoptable dogs!<br />

Bailey ~ This handsome guy is a<br />

Pomeranian / Dachshund mix with a<br />

great big personality and lots of love to<br />

give his new forever person or family.<br />

Bailey is a sweet dog and loves children.<br />

He’ll be a great addition to your home<br />

(and heart!).<br />

Rhumba ~ How cute is this guy? Rhumba<br />

is an 8 year-old Basset Hound mix who’s<br />

a total love bug! He loves kids and other<br />

dogs to play with and he’s ready to be<br />

yours! Can you give him the happy life he<br />

deserves?<br />

A NO-KILL animal shelter.<br />

Open Tues - Sun<br />

11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.<br />

All animals are<br />

up-to-date on vaccinations<br />

and heartworm tested.<br />

Adoption fees $110 and up.<br />

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MISC ║ HUMOR<br />

8 Foods You Should<br />

AVOId On A First Date<br />

By Erin Weaver<br />

{<br />

First dates can be daunting enough without worrying about smelly<br />

breath, staining your shirt, or showing poor table manners. If you<br />

want to enjoy dinner or lunch with your possible suitor but avoid any<br />

embarrassing mishaps, there are certain foods you should sidestep.<br />

You might not guarantee yourself a second date by avoiding these<br />

dishes but you’ll certainly heighten your chances of dating success!<br />

Spaghetti<br />

There’s nothing more<br />

off-putting than watching<br />

someone slurping up<br />

lengths of sloppy pasta.<br />

Avoid the mess and fuss<br />

of spaghetti and go for something<br />

neater like gnocchi or penne<br />

if you’re eating Italian.<br />

Burgers<br />

A hamburger can really<br />

hit the spot on certain occasions,<br />

but a first date<br />

probably isn’t the time for<br />

food you’ve got to eat with<br />

your hands. Greasy fingers,<br />

huge bites, and food smeared around your mouth<br />

isn’t a good look.<br />

Garlic<br />

The old advice remains<br />

true: Steer clear of garlic<br />

when you’re seeing<br />

someone new! The smell<br />

lingers on your breath and<br />

makes kissing a less appealing<br />

option. If you eat too much of it, you’ll even<br />

start to have garlicky body odor - ew!<br />

Curry<br />

If you’re a seasoned<br />

spicy food eater then<br />

you might get away with<br />

this one, but it’s best to<br />

avoid any food that might<br />

upset your stomach or make<br />

you sweat. Watery eyes and a gurgling<br />

belly won’t attract anyone.<br />

Your Date’s Choice<br />

Even if it appeals to<br />

you, try not to order the<br />

same thing as your date.<br />

You’ll look like a copycat<br />

and anyway, what’s more<br />

fun than trying each other’s<br />

dishes and seeing how they compare?<br />

Soup<br />

Ordering soup is a<br />

recipe for disaster - it<br />

looks old-fashioned, you<br />

have to slurp it, and it’ll<br />

probably drip into your<br />

lap if you’re not careful. Save<br />

soup for dinner with your family<br />

and choose something more adventurous with<br />

your date.<br />

The Cheapest Option<br />

If your budget is tight<br />

then try a free date like<br />

going for a walk or to an<br />

exhibition. You might<br />

give the wrong impression<br />

by ordering the cheapest<br />

dish and tap water, so try to<br />

free up a little cash or choose another venue for<br />

your date.<br />

Blue Cheese<br />

Many people don’t like<br />

blue cheese because of<br />

the strong smell and the<br />

fact that it is, well, moldy<br />

cheese. Even if you’re a<br />

fan, avoid this stinky option<br />

when you’re out with someone<br />

new and go for brie or goat’s cheese instead.<br />

Going for lunch or dinner can be the perfect<br />

first date but only if you avoid mess, spills, and<br />

bad smells. Stay away from these dangerous<br />

date foods to ensure a kiss at the end of the night<br />

and a second date in your diary!<br />

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►<br />

MISC ║ HUMOR<br />

Drive-Thru Cuisine<br />

By Rick Dickert<br />

{<br />

Decades after the drive-in movie theater’s popularity has waned, the<br />

drive-thru restaurant window remains a fixture of modern suburbia.<br />

Even if we choose to enjoy our greasy burgers<br />

and fries on plastic molded chairs in the dining<br />

area of our favorite fast food establishment, the<br />

drive-thru window may be useful. When we’re<br />

feeling especially peckish, we can go through the<br />

drive-thru lane and grab a snack to tide us over<br />

till we’re parked.<br />

While the drive-in movie is nearly a thing of<br />

the past, its remarkably low fidelity speaker<br />

system is still alive and well and is used to order<br />

meals as we look at professionally photographed<br />

food items, airbrushed to perfection to stimulate<br />

our taste buds. Clearly none of that advertising<br />

money went into the speaker system though, because<br />

a simple inquiry such as “Hold the vanilla?”<br />

can all too easily become “No salmonella?”<br />

After placing an order, the driver’s told the<br />

price and instructed to pull ahead to the pickup<br />

window. This is not the time for him to become<br />

a correct change hero or search the glove compartment<br />

for napkins from a previous visit. He<br />

should simply drive up to the window with an<br />

eye for any vehicles in front of him, because it’s<br />

tricky to pass burgers and fries around the car<br />

once the airbags have been deployed.<br />

If you’re extremely famished, the drive-thru<br />

offers you the opportunity to buy several orders<br />

for your own consumption under the<br />

premise that it’s for more than one person.<br />

As you’re being handed several food items,<br />

you could say out loud “One for Betty, one for<br />

Gordo and one for me” to disguise the fact that<br />

you’re the only customer involved with that<br />

order. If you want to make it more believable,<br />

you could try to get different combinations of<br />

condiments to further the illusion that there’s<br />

more than one palette to satisfy.<br />

If you’re craving a more exotic item on the<br />

menu, such as a veal sandwich or broiled chicken<br />

breast, you may not want to order it from the<br />

drive-thru. If it’s not a hot seller then chances are<br />

they don’t have one on standby under the heat<br />

lamp and they’ll have to make it from scratch.<br />

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In this case, you’ll probably be asked to pay for<br />

the meal and park nearby to wait for that item<br />

to be delivered to your car. If you were ordering<br />

Italian food from a motor home at this point, the<br />

experience would be remarkably like receiving<br />

delivery from a pizza place.<br />

Some people pick up drive-thru in the hopes<br />

of saving time. This can work, but the driver<br />

should not be dining while he’s driving. Even<br />

if he somehow managed to ingest a meal while<br />

operating a motor vehicle with no danger to anyone,<br />

there still could be the stigma of being spotted<br />

waiting at a red light with his knees on the<br />

steering wheel in the two and ten o’clock positions,<br />

holding a jumbo soft drink with a pound of<br />

ice in one hand and navigating steaming mounds<br />

of chili fries to his mouth with the other. You just<br />

don’t see that sort of posturing in the TV commercials<br />

for European sports cars.<br />

Sometimes you get as far as the next county<br />

before realizing that they didn’t actually “hold the<br />

mayo.” If you were trying to save time, you probably<br />

wouldn’t backtrack to set your order straight.<br />

However since the proliferation of mobile phones,<br />

you could have the option of calling the restaurant<br />

to voice your displeasure, but the fast food joint’s<br />

caught onto this. This is why their phone number<br />

probably isn’t printed on the receipt.<br />

If you’re a hungry pedestrian late at night,<br />

you may have stopped by a fast food joint only<br />

to find that the restaurant dining room is closed<br />

but the drive-thru is open. In this case, you probably<br />

have to be quite hungry to stand in line between<br />

a vintage Gremlin and a Hummer, walking<br />

a car length at a time until it’s your turn to stand<br />

beside the window and take possession of your<br />

after hours sustenance.<br />

There is a phenomenon from the drive-in<br />

movie era which hasn’t survived the decades.<br />

That is the employment of servers on roller<br />

skates to take orders and serve food while<br />

rock’n’roll plays on the outdoor speakers of a<br />

drive-in restaurant. While we may long for the<br />

nostalgia a similar mode of operation would<br />

bring today, we should keep in mind the culture<br />

of today. Rather than a charming kid on roller<br />

skates serving food to classic rock’n’roll, we’d<br />

be more likely to be subjected to an individual<br />

leaping our hood on a skateboard as a rapper’s<br />

bass drum stirred our coffee by vibration alone.<br />

Instead of a classic poodle skirt, the server<br />

would be more likely to wear low riding designer<br />

jeans and high riding jockey under shorts.<br />

This brings us back to one of the attractions of<br />

the drive-thru lane, and that is once you have<br />

your food you can make a quick getaway.


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Leisure ║ brain teasers<br />

CROSSWORD PUZZLE<br />

ACROSS<br />

1 Reimbursed<br />

5 Free<br />

8 US dam<br />

12 Project<br />

13 Guido’s note (2 words)<br />

14 Outer portion of Earth<br />

15 Sleep (pref.)<br />

16 Albania (abbr.)<br />

17 Design<br />

18 Arabian domain<br />

20 Shore<br />

21 Tumor (suf.)<br />

22 Three (pref.)<br />

23 Irish foot soldier<br />

26 Block<br />

27 Celsius (abbr.)<br />

30 Shoe size<br />

31 Fr. meat dish<br />

33 Have (Scot.)<br />

34 Plus<br />

35 Indo-Chin. people<br />

36 Voltaire play<br />

38 Computer chip<br />

39 Ounces (abbr.)<br />

40 Wampum<br />

43 Due<br />

47 Gamin<br />

48 Article (Fr.)<br />

49 White-flECked<br />

50 Eg. skink<br />

51 Mother of Hezekia<br />

52 N. CAUCASIAN language<br />

53 Freedman in Kentish lAW<br />

54 Low (Fr.)<br />

55 Bare<br />

DOWN<br />

ANSWER TO this PUZZLE<br />

will be printed next month.<br />

1 Long<br />

2 “Cantique de Noel”<br />

composer<br />

3 YesterdAY (ltal.)<br />

4 Silk substitute<br />

5 “Giant” ranch<br />

6 He (Lat.)<br />

7 Flounder<br />

8 WillOW<br />

9 Love of RadAMES<br />

10 This one (Lat.)<br />

11 King of Israel<br />

19 Amer. Sign LangUAge<br />

(abbr.)<br />

20 Swim (2 words)<br />

22 Hat<br />

23 “The Jungle Book” python<br />

24 Belonging to (suf.)<br />

25 Energy unit<br />

26 Palestine Liberation<br />

Organ. (abbr.)<br />

27 Greek letter<br />

28 Fruiting spike<br />

29 Civil War commander<br />

32 Air-to-air missile (abbr.)<br />

37 Wild ginger<br />

38 Polishing material<br />

39 Watering hole<br />

40 Hall (Ger.)<br />

41 Mother of Brunhilde<br />

42 Walk through<br />

43 Paraaminobenzoic acid<br />

44 Foreshadow<br />

45 Hole<br />

46 Noun-forming (suf.)<br />

48 Science class<br />

ANSWER TO PUZZLE<br />

FROM last month<br />

sudoko<br />

Fill in the grid so that every row, column and 3x3 box<br />

contains the numbERS 1 through 9.<br />

enigma<br />

enigma cryptograms are created<br />

FROM quotations and proverbs<br />

FROM around the world. EACH<br />

letter stands for another letter.<br />

hint: “H” = “U”<br />

ANSWER TO sudoko<br />

will be printed<br />

next month.<br />

“XN AXJ WVJAI EXKE<br />

NVJHCX DI NVJHCX ADRR<br />

KRAKFI XKLN NVJHCX.”<br />

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ANSWER TO sudoko<br />

FROM LAST MONTH<br />

ENIgma solution<br />

will be printed next month.<br />

ENIgma solution<br />

from LAST MONTH<br />

“The drying up a single tear has more of<br />

honest fame than shedding seas of gore.”<br />

- Lord Byron<br />

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