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ALL WASHED-UP!Home remodeling made cheap

FORE! PLAYCouture fashion hits the links

NOTE WORTHYOur picks for fun, funky & flavorful

b&b100Join our search for PB’s most-eligiblebachelors and bachelorettes

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A s i a n Fu s i o n C u i s i n e Fo r D i n n e r r e s e r vat i o n s a n d i n fo r m at i o n p l e a s e c a l l 5 6 1 . 8 3 5 . 9 6 9 6

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Awaken the spirit Nourish the soul

“Best New Restaurant in Palm Beach County” Palm Beach Illustrated 2003“A-Food, A-Service” Palm Beach Post February 2003

“It is superb. Superb food, service and decor.” Paul Reid, Palm Beach Post February 2003

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day08 shoppings09 must haves26 secret shopper34 around town

night11 social seen33 scene & be seen

life13 who-what-where17 golf tease23 before/after makeovers

guide28 note worthy:

Cabana Nuevo Latino (p.28); Executive Chef, Brian Kenny (p.31);Green Markets (p.32)

29 How To: Mojito

30 Spotlight On: southfloridadines.com

32 Worth The TripSerenity Garden; Dada; Nirvana; Bizaare Ave. Cafe

04 welcome06 rants/raves07 date book

On the cover & this page: MODEL: Karolina Cechova, Irene Marie Model Management.; HAIR AND MAKEUP: Colleen Stone, Blink Management. STYLIST: Stephanie Doney; PHOTOGRAPHER: Montana Pritchard, www.montanaphoto.com

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why? why anotherpalm beach magazine? whynow? why should Iadvertise? why?why? why?My response is "why not?"

Why not have a new magazine catering to the young professionals that are moving into the newly renovated historic districts and highrises in West Palm Beach or Boca Raton, or in newly sprung cities such as Abacoa, CityPlace and Wellington?

The audience is there; the stores, restaurants and businesses are, too. It is our goal at dnL™ to put them together.

It's been my experience that many of us have travelled thousands of miles to move into one of Palm Beach County's luxury apartments and then never venture beyond the shopping plaza across the street. What happened to the spirit of adventure that brought us here? Are we ready to retire? Or are we just succumbing to the Leisureville mentality of our folks?

Palm Beach County, like every great metropolitan area, has many hidden treasures — from little family-owned eateries to antique stores, galleries and more. All we need do is look out the tinted windows of our cars on the way from our gated communities to the parkingstructures at work. Look at the people opening their stores and washing their sidewalks. Take a shortcut one morning through a "neighborhood that I-95 forgot." See more of what Palm Beach County has to offer.

For now, I still say, "Why not?” Maybe one day, you'll say it too!

Remember, the message from the staff at dnL™ is: “It's your day, night & life ... be part of it!” Look for upcoming events such as the“b&b 100,” our search for the 100 most-eligible bachelors and bachlorettes in PB county. We know you’re out there, and we’ll find you.You’re welcome to e-mail our b&b100 search team at [email protected]. In the meanwhile, mix a mojito (page 29) and enjoy thepremiere issue of dnL™ — Day.Night+Life magazine!

Enjoy!

Jim NicholasPublisher, Creative [email protected]

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date bookT i red o f the usua l d inner and a mov ie? Check ou t ou r l i s t o f “da te do ’s ” . I f you th inkwe m issed someth ing , e -ma i l us a t events@dayn igh t l i f e .com.

A copy editor and writer,AdrianaMorandin has worked for Self,TV Guide and Stuff magazines.She lives in NYC but hopes tolive on the beach one day.Soon.

P h o t o g r a p h e rMontana Pritchardspends a good amountof time on an airplanewith studios in bothNew York and WestPalm. This month’sfashion editorial, GolfTease, was shot in his

West Palm studio under the careful guidance of hisever present sidekick Kirby [above with model KarolinaCechova]. When not shooting for the likes of Rolex,Nike and Buick,Montana spends what spare time hehas rock climbing, backpacking and drinking coffee.

contributorsIt is not my intention to diminish all the help and support I received from familyand friends. Nor is it my intention to bury my sincerest thanks and heart-feltappreciation to so many, in a space so small. That said – I never could haveaccomplished this, without the love, support and ever-so-gentle nagging frommy Mom.Without her help, guidance and belief in me, I would not be the manI am today. To my best friend and sensei, Chris, thanks for pushing me not toaccept complacency and always to strive to do better.To my circle of friends,without all of you,not only would the party picture pages be empty,but so wouldmy social calendar. I’ve been very lucky to find so many helpful and talentedpeople willing to take a chance on me,especially photographers Evelyn Ridgeand Montana Pritchard,and designers Jim Gonzales and Anthony Grant –it is because of their talent that this premiere issue looks so good. Editorialthanks to Betsy Titcomb and MaryCrawley.Furthermore,I need to thank premiereissue advertisers: Palm Beach Motor Cars/Jaguar, Prudential Florida WCIRealty,Resort Lounge,&Tsunami. Thank you all!

— Jim Nicholas,publisher

THINK YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO WORK AT dnL™ MAGAZINE? THEN SENDUS A RÉSUMÉ. IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR ALL SALES POSITIONS. LOOKINGFOR MOTIVATED,STREET-SAVVY SELF-STARTERS. E-MAIL RÉSUMÉS IN CONFI-DENCE TO [email protected]. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALLOUR OFFICES AT 561.523.4855.

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Monkeys Three: The ColkerCollection, 1/27 - 3/21/2004 The Morikami Museum andJapanese Gardens, Delray Beach,(561) 495-0233

2004 Spring Training at RogerDean Stadium, 2/1 - 3/28/2004Florida Marlins and St. LouisCardinals, (561) 755-1818

The Beatles: Photographs by Harry Benson, 2/6 - 5/2/2004Norton Museum of Art, (561) 832-5196

The Honda Classic3/8 - 3/14/2004, The Country Clubat Mirasol, (561) 514-6999

9th Annual IrishFest 3/12 - 3/14/2004, MeyerAmphitheatre, West Palm Beach,(954) 946-1093

Mardi Gras – New Orleans JazzCarnival, 3/13/2004, Palm Beach Zoo at Dreher Park(561) 533-0887

2nd Annual Boca Bacchanal,Celebrating Wine

3/19 - 3/21/2004 A winefest and auction to benefitchildren's causes in Boca Raton

and children’s educational programs of the Boca Raton

Historical Society. Boca Bacchanalwill center on an exceptional

auction with wines sourced world-wide. Patrons of Boca Bacchanal

will be vying for a host of rarewines and lifestyle lots whilebeing feted by some of the

world's most accomplished chefs.Friday vintner dinner, $300;

Saturday at Mizner Park, $40;Saturday dinner & auction and

Sunday Chef’s Brunch at the BocaRaton Resort & Club, $250 (part

of hotel package).(561) 395-6766

16th Annual Palm Beach SeafoodFestival, 3/20 - 3/21/2004, Howard Park at Parker andOkeechobee Blvd., (561) 832-6397

Home & Garden Show 3/25 - 3/27/2004 South Florida Fairgrounds, West Palm Beach, (800) 274-6948

19th Annual Palm Beach Boat Show 3/25 - 3/28/2004 Along the West Palm Beach waterfront, 1-800-940-7642

Annual Wheels Weekend 4/3 - 4/4/200410301 Hagen Ranch Road, Boynton Beach, (561) 732-9501

The 9th Annual Palm BeachInternational Film Festival 4/14 - 4/22/2004 Theater venues throughout the county, 561-218-1370

Delray Affair 4/16 - 4/18/2004 Atlantic Avenue, from Swinton to the Intracoastal, as well as sideblocks. Free admission. (561) 279-0424

Kentucky Derby Day 5/1/2004 Palm Beach Kennel Club, 1111 North Congress Avenue, West Palm Beach, (561) 683-2222

Diva Duck Amphibious Tours Ongoing Departs CityPlace, Friday-Saturday;departs from Singer IslandWednesday-Thursday.(561) 844-4188

"Dinosaurs BIGGER than T-REX" 11/1/2003 - 12/31/2004 South Florida Science Museum561-832-1988

The Brownstone Collection:Minimal to the Max 1/1 - 3/7/2004 The Norton Museum of Art (561) 832-5196

Daily Guided Nature Walks Ongoing John D. MacArthur Beach State Park(561) 624-6952

Guided Kayak Tours Ongoing MacArthur Beach State Park (561) 624-6950

Kinetic Art 4/8 - 5/8/2004 Armory Art Center ,West Palm BeachExhibition of international Kineticart (art that moves or has movingcomponents. Artworks are segment-ed into the categories of public art,engineering ingenuity, Funkionetic,water sculptures and other movinginstallations. April 8 - Reception.(561) 832-1776

SunFest 20044/28 - 5/2/2004 SunFest is Florida's largest music, art and waterfront

festival. Held annually in downtown West Palm Beach the first weekend of May, (561) 659-5980 and www.sunfest.org

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Register for dnL™ magazine’s home delivery. Get your OWN copy, delivered to your home.

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Congratulationsand best wishes onyour new venture!We expect this to be just thefirst issue of many more to

come. We have eagerly anticipated what we believe willbe an innovative, interesting and

informative magazine.Liz and Tony Solazzo, Boca Raton

I'm looking forward to therelease of the premiere of dnL,especially because

of its focus onyoung professionals

in Palm BeachCounty. Many other areas

such as Atlanta, Denver andOrlando, home to young

professionals, have magazines that focus on issues

and ideas important to our generation. Like the magazinesin those areas, I have no doubtthat dnL will become a mustread for Palm Beach County

professionals. Rod Janis, Attorney at Law,

Adams Coogler, et al.

Dear Editorial Staff:I just wanted to write Day andNight Life magazine to let youknow that I am anxiously awaitingthe arrival of your first issue. Imoved to the West Palm Beacharea two years ago, and I find it difficult to know where to go andwhat to do. This service you willprovide is exactly what I am looking for. Being young and singleis always a challenge when youmove to a new area. I plan tokeep DNL magazine on-hand forgreat ideas on where to takedates, where to go out, and whatto wear while doing it. Sounds likeDNL magazine is going to be thebest thing to happen to my sociallife in years!Robert Bingenheimer, Jupiter

rants/ravesFinally, a magazine that hits my gen-eration, in a town where I am from.So much to do and see here, butthings change,and I always feel I amthe last one to know everything,suchas when Salon U opened up onClematis and I had NO IDEA until,

like, four months later. I commute toFt.Lauderdale,so it has been hard tokeep with what's been happeninglocally.This will be so successful,andI look forward to the "b&b 100" toheat things up.Alison Ross, West Palm Beach

Send us your ran ts / raves , ques t ions , comments , g rea t s to ry o r favor i te res tau ran t .Speak ou t . Speak up . Be heard .

E -ma i l us a t ed i to r i a l@dayn igh t l i f e .com.

Thank for finally bringing a lifestyle magazine toWest Palm Beach. Having moved here from NewYork, where our social lives often revolved aroundarticles in New York Magazine, it's the one thing I found missing in an otherwise utopian location.

Now I'll know where to go, what to see, and what toeat and buy! Thank you. Joan N., CityPlace

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What is the best-kept style secret in town? The Christy FoxPalm Beach handbag.In an ever-changing society consumed with labels and prestige, it is difficult for anywoman to remain unique. Yet,Christy Fox has achieved theimpossible while remaining trueto herself. When a womanopens a Christy Fox bag, shesmiles and feels as though she ishiding a little secret. This isChristy's trademark, and it

translates into a wonderful styleunique to each bag. Inspired byPalm Beach favorites Stubbs andWootton and Steven Stolman, theChristy Fox Palm Beach label devel-oped from a love of handbags andfine interior fabrics. Well, the secretis out, Christy! Your bags are a hitand will soon become the latestPalm Beach staple. To orderChristy Fox Palm Beach, pleasecall 646-246-3743.

*(n): 1. The product amassed from a day out at a mall.(Overheard at the Town Center Mall … Woman, holdingup an armfull of bags: "Honey! Look at all my shoppings!")

My LittleBlack Dress, a new couturestationery andinvitation line, isnow availableat select paperboutiques andshowroomsacross the country in locationsincluding New York, Beverly Hills,San Francisco, Palm Beach,Miami, Chicago and Dallas. Theupscale, custom line featuresoriginal illustrations inspired by theclassic “little black dress.” Theultra-thick cards contain distinc-tive hand-embellishments, including tiny Swarovski crystals.Currently featuring cocktail, yoga,shower, wedding, baby, holidayand social stationery. Available @ Rapunzel's of PalmBeach, 253-A Royal PoincianaWay, Palm Beach, 561.659.3131.

Inspired by organic shapes and modern art,these rings are handcrafted in vitreous glassenamel with sterling silver. AnthropologieStores; on sale from $45-$50

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musthavesIn a world of “haves” and “have nots,”there is a new category emerging — the must haves.You know who you are. Always up with the latest trends, always first on yourblock to have the newest, fastest,flashiest gizmo, gadget or tool.Economists have even coined the term“early adapter” with you in mind. Fromappliances to cars, electronics to fashionaccessories — if it’s new, you must have it!

2003 Nissan 350ZR™

The new Z® Roadster tops our list of “must-haves.”Designed to impress viewers at first sight, the new Z®

does that and more. According to Mamoru Aoki, product chief designer, “We [the designers] wanted thedesign to be an expression of agility – very three-dimen-sional and moving. It looks fast, but not just in astraight line.” As you know, looks aren’t everything, andthe engineers at Nissan kept that in mind when theypowered the Z® with a 280hp, 3.5-liter V-6. With fivemodels planned, there is something for everyone! Andwith a base price under $35K, it’s a certain must have!

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The Ultimate MUST HAVE

FrancisFrancis! X1Espresso Machine

Designed by an Italian architect, thismachine turns out a perfect cup of

espresso every time.A Williams-Sonoma exclusive. $499.95

musthaves

Apple® iPod

Apple’s third generation iPods, whichhold up to 10,000 songs, are nowlighter and thinner than two CDs.The new ultra-portable iPods areavailable in three models: a 15GB,20GB and 40GB. The dock provides a stylish home base andincludes an audio line out for easyconnection to a home stereo orpowered speakers, making it easy to sync, charge and go. Available at the Apple® Store in Wellington Green

and Boca Town Center. Models from $299.95

BMW Street CarverMore than a conventional skateboard,it allows riders to experience the feeling of snowboarding and surfing on the road.Available at bmw.com $495.95

Sport Vision - PhysicsWhether you want to be a movie star or just

look like one — these are the shades of choice. Whether you’re at work, in sports or at a prestigious

social event, Sport Vision from TAG Heuer, is the mostmulti-purpose eyewear available.

Priced $285-349

Curb AppealHand-crafted by a local artist, each

mosaic mail box is available in a varietyof colors and sizes; all are adorned with

ornamental handles. Priced from $55

Artist direct: 561.573.7733 or e-mail [email protected]

Segway “Go further. Movequicker. Carry more.”You can travel overthree times faster than you can walk.Turns more heads than a scooter, andis less expensive to own than a vehicle.Not only will the Segway HT saveyou time and money, it will make theplaces we live cleaner and quieter.Priced from $4,000

Brookstone:Cityplace, Town Center, and The Gardens MallPhone: 805-8766, 368-6559, 775-3607

The ONLY networked Digital Video Recorder that takes advantage of your broadband Internet connection.Translation: Now you can share video over the Internet with your couch-potato friends. Available at sonicblue.com. $699 and up

ReplayTV 4000

Urban SteelThe Urban Steel with Diamonds, from

Michele Watches, sparkles with 162 whitediamonds set in a solid stainless-steel retro-

inspired barrel-shaped case. Features our signature crown, a sapphire crystal and

Swiss-made movement. (Also available as a chronograph)

Available at CityGems, CityPlace and Neiman Marcus

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eenThrough a dynamic program for youngprofessionals, The Young Friends of theNorton Museum are exposed to cultural,social and educational events. Picturedhere are some photos from recent YoungFriends events. For details about joiningthe Young Friends, contact Jenny Bunkerat (561) 832-5196, ext.1116, or [email protected] by Lucien Capehart

YOUNG FRIENDS COMMITTEE: [clockwise from left rear] Gordon Brown, MauraZiska, Jane Brown, Guy Ashley, Cater Randolph, Alice Randolph (in blue sweater),Jessica Surovec, Clay Surovec, Beau Breckenridge, and Patrick Killian.

Gretta Coupland, Richard Krutak, Toni Delia

Alyssa DiEdwardo and Tori Rosalia Elizabeth and Amanda Belkin; Kristy Kay

Jennifer Mahoney and Michelle McGovern

Melissa Goldberg-TaylorTiffnie Robertson and Rachelle McBride

Nina Jung with Christy Fox

Patrick Killian and Ashley Whitney Jack Young and Steven Stolman

Tasha Khoshwood and Kenneth Curtin

Joan & Kim SargentSuzy &Joe Tomassetti

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WHAT’S LOVE GOT

TO DO WITH IT?

You’re hip, professional and, yes, single. Join our

search for Palm Beach County’s Most Eligible

Bachelors and Bachelorettes. All b&b100 contestants will

be featured in upcoming issues of dnL™ magazine.

For more information on b&b100 events or to register,logon to www.daynightlife.com/bb100.htm one hundred

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Have you ever gone to a spa and become frustrated with the long waitwhen all you want to do is get in and get out? As you wait for yourappointment, acrid chemical smells float through the air, pollutingyour nostrils. Next, you begin to notice the noise from the hairdryersand all the gossipy chatter. You mutter to yourself: “Why am I here?I thought the spa was supposed to be relaxing.”

Finally, there is a solution. Thanks to Deborah Weiner, ownerand founder of Spa on the Run, you no longer have to experiencewaiting for an appointment. You will never have to go to the spaagain; the spa will come to you! Deborah Weiner will bring her spa to your home, your yacht or your plane, whichever is more convenientfor you. Spa on the Run amenities include natural hand and foot

treatments, facials, body masks, massages, hair and scalp treatmentsand make-up applications. She will also provide in-home privateinstructors for Pilates classes, personal training seminars and spa cui-sine. From Blue Chamomile Aloe Facials and Sweet Orange andCucumber Body Scrubs to the Mocha Milk Manicures and RehydratingChamomile Pedicures, Spa on the Run’s clients are treated with unpar-alleled service in utmost privacy.

Since starting in South Hampton in 1992, this young executivehas literally been on the run. Deborah attributes her success to“…making life effortless for the clients by going to them.” For moreinformation, contact Spa on the Run at 561.835.8288 or atwww.spaontherun.com.

whoDeborah Weiner, owner/founder, Spa on the Run

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Think of South Florida and you think of scuba diving, water-skiing, tennisand golf — the typical attractions for a tourist. However, if you are a “local”and consider yourself a sportsman, what else does South Florida offer? It is aparadise for the hunter and fisherman. Did you know that South Florida ishome to some of the best fishing and hunting? If you are interested, headover to Dewing’s Fly and Gun Shop, known as the “finest gun shop in thesouthern United States.” The business, which is named after local owner Jay Dewing, has been in West Palm Beach since 1932. What makesDewing’s stand out? Besides the incredible selection of products, and the

knowledgeable staff, Dewing’s Fly and Gun shop prides itself on the abilityto create a soup-to-nuts travel itinerary for the novice or the most skilledhunter or fisherman. Staff members have built trips for locals in SouthFlorida and have even produced more intricate adventures, such as huntingtrips in Brazil and in Russia. Perhaps the greatest part of Dewing’s is thewillingness to advise you on the best areas to fish (although they requestedthat dnL™ not publish the locations in this article). Nevertheless, if you areinterested in trying something new, stop by Dewing’s Fly and Gun Shop at123 Datura St., West Palm Beach; or visit online at www.dewings.com.

whoJay Dewing, owner, Dewing’s Fly & Gun

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A Haus For The Style-Conscious Pet Want to integrate your new pet into the family home without sacrificing gooddesign or banishing your new family member to “puppy-prison”? ThenBOWHAUS has the solution — its chic pet abode provides the privileged pup a safe, comfortable enclosure while functioning as a side table that would be an attractive addition to any hip home. By living in the heart of the owner’s living space, the pet feels safe, develops important early bonds, and cultivatesgood house behaviours that are essential to living with people.www.bowhaus.ca

Hello, this is NOT the person you were trying toreach … you have reached The Rejection Hotline!If you don't want to give out your real number, give the humorous Rejection Hotline number:

561-986-0035. When the unwanted suitor calls, he is not-so-subtly informed of your non-interest.

The dating scene is full of people who can't take a hint or can't take "no" for an answer (and manywho apparently can't take showers, brush their teeth, or go out in social settings without awkwardly embarrassing themselves by an inability to read a situation). By using the Rejection Hotline number,

rejectees are able to hear the bad news in the privacy of their own homes, without being sub-

jected to public embarrassment and/or ridicule from anyone who otherwise might have wit-

nessed a more public rejection. Furthermore, there is no unanswered "what if," no desperate

assumptions ("I must have just mis-dialed") and no ambiguity — all common by-products of

randomly selected fake numbers. For a complete list of phone numbers and merchandise, log

onto rejectionhotline.com .

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acronym for “geographicallyundesirable.”

(“Great gal and all, buttotally gu — she lives all the way up in Tequesta!”)

(adj): 1. Very suave,smooth, or cool: "Wow, you're lookingawfully swish thiseve," or "Wow, I sawAmy last night, and,gee, she was so swishin her fantastic shoes!"

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Prominently situated in CityPlace,Tsunami offers a distinctive Asian-Fusion dining experience where styleand substance are seductively joined.Owners Frank A. Cilione and ShaminAbas Cilione, along with GuillermoGomez Architects, have created a stunning ambiance with soaring, three-story windows, outdoor dining area anda beautifully-appointed, upscale lounge.A dramatic stairway ascends 15 feet tothe Mezzanine bar, with tiered semi-private seating areas at each of threelevels. Under the ever-watchful eyes of a 6-foot, gold-leaf Buddha, diners aretreated to the true beauty of Tsunami,the impressive cuisine.

Tsunami Restaurant www.tsunamirestaurant.com651 Okeechobee Boulevard @ CityPlace 561-835-9696 (phone)West Palm Beach, FL 33401 561-835-9980 (fax)

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Fashion has a way of incorporating sporty styles into haute couture: football shoulder pads of the '80s, high-heeled sneakers, bowling shoe-chic. The logical next step? Golf, the latest togs to be tweaked. Outrageous plaids,kooky caps and goofy golf shoes are melded into sultrysummer style. Fore! by Adriana Morandin

Hat by Heather Design International, www.heatherdesign.com,London 011 44 (0)20 8871 4894

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Left: Bikini top and bandana byHeather Design International,

www.heatherdesign.comLondon 011 44 (0)20 8871 4894ssSkirt by Hyp Golf, www.hypgolf.com

British Columbia 604.270.6060

Right: Top and pants byHeather Design International,

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Acrylic bench by Steven Johnson561.659.1883



Above: Shirt by Hollister,www.hollisterco.com,

866.681.3116 Pants by Marie-Valois Paris,www.marievalois.com, USA

908.704.0205Hat from stylist’s personal collection.

Right: Jacket by Marie-Valois Paris,www.marievalois.com, USA

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Bikini by Heather Design Internationalwww.heatherdesign.comLondon 011 44 (0)20 8871 4894Belts by Marie-Valois Pariswww.marievalois.comUSA 908.704.0205

MODEL: Karolina Cechova, Irene Marie Model Management.HAIR AND MAKEUP: Colleen Stone, Blink Management.STYLIST: Stephanie DoneyPHOTOGRAPHER: Montana Pritchard, www.montanaphoto.com



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The ChallengeHow to make a 25-year-old suburban Floridahome appeal to a 30-something couple withdiverse contemporary-urban tastes.

The ProjectInside the master suite is an open washroomwith his-and-her sinks on a dated colonial vanity. The wallpaper was so old, it was almost back in style. Well, almost.

Step-By-StepRemove wallpaper. Lots of elbow grease is required for this task.Inexpensive retail products are available (seebuyers guide on next page) and will speed youalong on this arduous task.

Remove Mirror Again, not difficult as long as you’re not goingto reuse the mirror. The squeamish might wantto seek professional help in removing it. Checkyour local Yellow Pages for a professional inyour area. (about $75).

Prepare Walls Remove all remaining adhesive from behindmirror, as well as all wallpaper glue residue (bestaccomplished with lots of hot water and a bigsponge.) Fill any holes with pre-mixed spackle.Sand any rough areas, and you’re ready to paint.

The Vanity As with all construction projects, if you’re off bya fraction of an inch, you may as well be off bya foot. Such was the case with this vanity.Unfortunately, the space was off by a half-inch,which precluded purchase of a ready-made vanity. So back to the drawing board we went.With a few new hinges and a fresh coat of paint on the vanity itself, we were able to solvethe problem with a unique solution.

PaintChoose your paints carefully — your brusheseven more so. Each paint brand and colorreacts differently. Make sure to look at theswatches in your house under your lighting conditions. That said, throw on an old shirt,grab a good-quality brush and start at the top.Cut into the edges, then fill with a roller. Oncethe walls have been painted, carefully mask offthe areas surrounding the vanity, and begin toapply the new paint to the vanity. Exchange thehinges, rehang the doors and voilá.Now, turn the page for the transformation.

Home Remodeling 101

Our resident design diva, teri, has rolled up

her sleeves and accepted the challenge of

remodeling a house on a shoestring budget.

How tight a shoestring? You’ll be surprised

how much you can accomplish for so little.

Total cost for each project appears at the end

of the article — no peeking, please.

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after

buyersguideDIF WALLPAPER REMOVER . .$7.50

BRUSHES, TAPE, SPACKLESANDPAPER, DROPCLOTH,SCRAPER . . . . . . . . .$19.72

HINGES - 6 . . . . . . . .$21.50

HANDLES - 3 . . . . . .$13.50

PAINT - 2 GALLONS $39.00

PAINT - 1 QUART . . . .$9.50

DECORATIVE ITEMS $150.002 mirrors, soap dispensers, footstool, “lucky” bamboo and vase

ARTWORK . . . . . . . . . .FREESalvaged prints from a restaurant that went out of business TOTAL COST $259.72

“…we were able to soften thestarkness of the red walls with thewarm glow of the gold ceiling.”

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secret shopper

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It was the best of sales, it was the worst of sales … orso the story goes. During a recent shopping excursionat the Boca Town Center Mall, it happened. Whathappened? Well, sit back, relax and prepare yourselffor a story .

As I was saying… There I was, in the Town Center Mall,when it happened! I found a shoe sale at Banana Republic. After trying on this shoe and that shoe, I selected the Arcadia, a sleekblack half-boot. I brought my find to the register, and the salesgirl let me in on an “insider secret.” Although the shoe wasalready marked down 50%, it was going down an additional50% that evening. Not free, but real close.

Not one to miss out on a sale, I had the sales girl put theshoes on “hold” and I would return the next day to make the purchase. After lying awake most of the evening, ponderingwhich slacks would best show off my new shoes, I called thestore. And indeed the shoes had been reduced again. Yes!

A spectacular find had been made! But my elation wasshort-lived. The salesperson on the phone crushed my very existence with just six words: “Sorry, but your shoes were sold.”My shoes had been sold to someone else. “How could that be?!” I screamed incredulously into the phone. I explained the wholething to the salesperson, all the sordid details: tried them on ...looked great ... felt taller ... better sale tomorrow.. will HOLDthe shoes for you ... how I laid awake, dreaming of shoes andslacks ... and how with these new shoes, I was destined to meetthe girl of my dreams! Now, I was destined to die a grumpy oldman, alone and shoeless! What could be done!?

Well, with each tragedy, a hero emerges. In this case, itwas the store manager, Reynaldo. He got on the phone and apologized for the error. “But that’s not going to bring backmy shoes,” I argued.

“You’re right,” he began, “I can’t get those shoes backfor you, but I’ll check with the other local stores and getback to you shortly.” He took down my name and number,and the wait began. I waited for hours, days, weeks — well,OK, just a few minutes. Anxiously, I dove to answer theringing phone and immediately asked, “Where can I pickup my shoes? West Palm? PGA? Where? Where?” I wasgreeted by silence and a slightly disappointed sales manager.“I’m sorry, locally we’re sold out.”

The horror of it all! Why me? How could this happen? Ihad slacks picked out! Once I survived the crush of disap-pointment, I realized that Reynaldo was still on the line andstill talking. “Locally, we’re sold out,” he continued “but I’vearranged to have the shoes overnighted to you — at ourexpense — from a different location if you still want them.”

Did I still want them? Of course! I explained to himabout the slacks, and about how I wasn’t going to die a grumpyold man, alone with no shoes. He was a true retail hero!

True to his word, a box arrived from Banana Republic a few days later, and my shoes and I have been inseparable ever since!

The moral of the story? It’s not about price, location, quality,fancy decorations or window displays; it’s about customer service. The manager went out his way to make me (an ordinarycustomer) happy. It’s this level of commitment to service thatwill keep me shopping at Banana Republic. Sure, the other factors are important, but Reynaldo realized an universalmaxim: A happy customer is your best customer.

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EDITORIAL

guideThe Official

Where to eat, drink and party!

InsideHow To: Mojito . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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After diligent research and muchos mojitos, we think

we may have a winner, and one heck of a hangover.

The Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29-32

Where to eat drink and party!

Note Worthy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28-31

Cabana Nuevo Latino; Green Markets; Executive Chef,

Brian Kenny

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Serenity Garden; Dada Restaurant-Lounge; Nirvana;

Bizaare Ave. Cafe

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SouthFloridaDines.com

Tsunami’s pumpkin-curry

chowder with jumbolump crab salad

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“Beautiful” and “colorful” are just a few of the words that come to mindwhen talking about Cabana Nuevo Latino’s decór. Add “flavorful” and“plentiful” and you’ve described the cuisine. Cabana “Las Palmas” located on the east end of Clematis Street, serves a fantastical blend of Latin cuisines. The dnL™ restaurant critic* made several unannounced visits and reportsthat — from the architecturally stacked coconut shrimp1 to the sizzling churrasco2 and the artfully arranged ceviché3 — you can't gowrong at Cabana “Las Palmas”. Dinners from $10; most lunches under $8. 118 Clematis St., West Palm Beach, FL 33401, 561-833-4773

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Rumored to be the drink of choicefor Ernest Hemingway, the Mojito isa perfect accompaniment to the flavors of the Nuevo Latino diningexperience. Although Cabanawould not divulge its secret recipe,the owner did give us these usefulhints: “The key to [making] an excellent Mojito is fresh ingredientsand a good-quality rum. We useBarcardi Limon, which furtherenhances the citrus flavors of thedrink.” After diligent research andmuchos mojitos, we think we mayhave broken the code. Here's thednL™ version. Salud!

Mojito 2 ounces Barcardi Limon1/2 ounce simple syrup

(equal parts sugar and water)

8-10 fresh mint leaves1 lime cut into slices4 ounces club soda

Put simple syrup, mint and lime intoglass. Using a wooden pestle, muddle the ingredients until youcan smell the mint, and most of thejuice is free of the lime. Add theBarcardi Limon and ice. Shake, addsoda, and serve with a decorativesugarcane stalk.

How To » Mojito

CENTRAL COUNTY

ALEYDA'S TEX-MEX . . . . . 688-90331890 Okeechobee Blvd., WPB Offering a menu of popular Mexican special-ties as well as personal dishes inspired byAleyda's South American heritage, Aleydaherself oversees every aspect of this busy andsuccessful restaurant. $$

ANGELO AND MAXIE'S STEAKHOUSE . . . . . . . . . . . 833-6550651 Okeechobee Blvd., CityPlaceThe menu, split into two categories—Meat and Not Meat—offers a broad spectrum of oversized steaks, salads, fish and chicken. $$

BELLAGIO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 659-6160600 Rosemary Ave., CityPlaceDirectly facing the spectacular courtyard foun-tains, the restaurant serves authentic Italiancuisine in a casual, vibrant atmosphere. $$

BIZAARE AVE. CAFE . . . 588-4488921 Lake Ave., Lake WorthBizaare Avenue Cafe offers a delectable menuuntil midnight, 6 nights a week. Romantic,hip, and completely unique! $$

BLUE MARTINI . . . . . . . . . 835-8601550 S. Rosemary Ave., CityPlaceBlue Martini is West Palm Beach's premieredestination for delicious appetizers, an arrayof martinis, and live entertainment. $$

BONJOUR DE PARIS BAKERY & CAFE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 820-9281212 South Olive Ave. (The Strand), WPBAsk about Breakfast in Bed for one, two, or the whole family! Delivered right to your door. $

BREWZZI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366-9753700 S. Rosemary Avenue, CityPlaceGreat food, generous portions, extremelyreasonably priced. And their motto says itall..."Quality you can taste"! $$

BROGUE'S ON THE AVENUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 585-1885621 Lake Avenue, Lake WorthEnjoy live local and international Irish andtraditional music during happy hour eachday, or grab an ale and kick back to watchyour favorite sporting events on the 115"Panavision with Bose surround-sound. $

CAFE PROTEGE . . . . . . . . . 687-24332400 Metrocentre Blvd., WPBCheck www.cafeprotege.com for information on Chef's Table Dinners and monthly International Wine PairingDinners. $$$

CITY CELLAR WINE BAR & GRILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366-0071700 Rosemary Ave., CityPlaceMulti-ethnic dishes (from pizza & pasta tosteak & sea bass) served in an urban settingsurrounded by a magnificent glass-enclosedwine cellar. $$

CRAZY BUFFET . . . . . . . . . . 616-9288-

2030 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., WPBIncredible selection of Japanese, Chinese,and multi-cultural cuisines. Crazy Buffet isan Asian fusion buffet, definitely NOT youraverage Chinese Buffet. $$

DAVE'S LAST RESORT . . . 588-5208632 Lake Avenue, Lake WorthKnown as a drinking establishment with agreat food problem! Check out the weeklyspecials, including 39¢ oysters and clams! $$

MAISON CARLOS . . . . . . . . . 659-6524207 Clematis Street, WPBIf you're looking to impress, or be impressedwithout going to "The Island," MaisonCarlos is the place. $$$

THE ORIGINAL STEAKHOUSE & SPORTS BAR . . . . . . . . . . . 833-1400550 S Rosemary Ave., CityPlaceRestaurant serving steaks, burgers, ribs andsalads in a sports-fan-friendly atmosphere. $

TABOO RESTAURANT . . . . 835-3500221 Worth Avenue, Palm BeachTaboo is Palm Beach's legendary Americanbar and bistro. It has been a tradition inPalm Beach for the past 60 years. Whateveryou do, don’t miss this Palm Beach landmarkrestaurant. $$$

SOUTH COUNTY

32 EAST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276-786832 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray BeachEach day, chef Nick Morfogen creates thenight’s menu from scratch, using the freshestingredients from around the world. $$

THE BLUE ANCHOR . . . . 272-7272804 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray BeachIf you crave authentic English pub food, goto an authentic English pub. Erected inEngland and moved to Atlantic Ave in ‘96.Offering the friendliness of a traditional pubwith a full lunch and dinner menu. $

COHO GRILL . . . . . . . . . . . 391-72886877 SW 18th Street, Boca RatonDine in style overlooking the water WESTof I-95 in Boca. This is one of Boca's bestfinds. The food is expertly prepared, and theview...day or night...is heavenly. $$$

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Boca Raton5970 SW18th Street

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Palm Beach901 Village Boulevard

686-7300

DAKOTAH 624 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274-6244270 East Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach The contemporary and well-appointeddécor and ambiance coupled with theexquisite food and libations, make thisrestaurant a favorite with any crowd. $$

LA CIGALE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276-64531010 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray BeachThe perfect chic place to enjoy a Frenchbrasserie dining experience with simple yetsavory fare, La Cigale is a wonderful find.$$$

LILLY'S NEW CUISINE . . . 362-0208451 East Palmetto Park Road, Boca RatonAll pasta is made fresh on the premisesdaily. Open for lunch and dinner, Lilly'sprepares each order individually when it isplaced. This may take a little more time,but it also takes a lot more love. $$

MAGGIANO'S . . . . . . . . . . 361-824421090 St. Andrews Blvd., Boca Raton,Reminiscent of New York City's Little Italy,the menu features the savory flavors ofSouthern Italian Cuisine. The menu blendsold-world recipes with modern-day style.$$

MARK'S AT THE PARK. . . 395-0770344 Plaza Real, Boca RatonAt Mizner Park, Mark's is the place to "seeand be seen." Fresh sushi, huge salads, a creative menu with specials daily. $$$

MICHAEL'S SONOMA GRILLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 752-22523441 Woolbright Rd., Boynton BeachThe perfect place for casual dining withfriends, family and business clients.Featuring a diverse beer selection and anoutstanding, affordable wine list. $$$

NEW YORK PRIME. . 561-998-38812350 Executive Center Drive, NW, Boca Raton A true steakhouse experience. From themoment you are greeted, to the momentyou depart, you will appreciate exceptionalservice from our highly trained staff. $$$

SOPRA RESTAURANT 561-274-7077110 East Atlantic Ave., Delray BeachSopra’s elegant design complements chefGlen Manfra’s simple Italian cuisine basedon fresh local fish, meats, and produceaccented with authentic Italian herbs,extra virgin olive oils, and regionalcheeses. $$

SUSHI YAMA SIAM JAPANESE & THAI CUISINE . . . . . . . . 736-74002282 N. Congress Ave., Boynton BeachThis casual neighborhood restuarant boastsmany different varieties of soups, noodles,Thai specialties, sushi, sashimi, and handrolls (200 to choose from!) $$

NORTH COUNTY

BLUE NOTE CAFE . . . . . . . 748-3212201 U.S. Highway One, JupiterIn addition to the food, you're here for thelive Blues and Jazz. The menu, though notextensive, is excellent, and the entertain-ment is TOP NOTCH. $$

DOCKSIDE SEA GRILLE. . 842-2180766 Northlake Blvd., Lake ParkA delightful outdoor dining deck is the perfectplace to relax, have a cold drink and enjoy someof the freshest seafood available. $$

FRESCO BAR & BISTRO. . 472-095911360 U.S. Highway One, PB GardensFresco is a chic, stylish, and exquisite newrestaurant with a “fresh,” light approach todining satisfaction. $$$

HURRICANE CAFE . . . . . . 630-201214050 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach,The Hurricane Café may be a bit out of theway for some, but we PROMISE that thetrip will be well worth your while AND itwon’t be your last. $$

JAX 126 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 746-75661061 East Indiantown Rd., JupiterIf you love to dance, meet new people andhave a great time, Jax is the place. $

JUNO BEACH CAFE . . . . . 622-153313967 U. S. Highway One, Juno BeachThe Juno Beach Cafe is a family-run, casualand fun restaurant with a wonderfullyunique breakfast and lunch menu. $

LANNI'S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 625-93731201 U.S. Highway One, North PBA truly special place where the regulars don'task for menus, and people are known to drive50 miles because the ambience is romanticand the food is no less than phenomenal. $$$

LONG ISLAND SHELLFISH COMPANY. . . 622-720011603 U.S. Highway 1, North PBThe atmosphere is rustic yet comfortable,with indoor and outdoor dining as well as aseparate bar area where one can hang out andhave Raw Bar selections and cocktails. $$$

MARC'S CHOPHOUSE . . . 747-2522337 Indiantown Rd., JupiterThis may be a steakhouse, but it's the cre-ativity in the kitchen that makes this placeunbelievable. Marc's also offers the freshestseafood on the wharf. $$$

PANAMA HATTIE'S . . . . . 627-154511571 Ellison Wilson Rd., PB GardensPanama Hattie's is the place when youwant to feel like you're on vacation ...enjoying the boats, and the sights andthe sounds of the intracoastal waterway.$$$

SANDBAR AND GRILL . . . 743-7788311 East Indiantown Rd., JupiterIf you're looking for a bit of the Keys inJupiter, The Sandbar's the place. The decoris relaxed and tropical. The tiki bar insidemakes you feel that you're in the islands. $$

WEST COUNTY

BACKSTREET'S NEIGHBORHOOD BAR & GRILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 795-010012771 West Forest Hill Blvd.,WellingtonFamous for their "Sharables," a new diningconcept: recognizing that some peoplewould rather mix & match and passaround the plates to sample a variety offoods, than tackle a huge full-course mealall by themselves. $$

BAMBOO CLUB . . . . . . . . . . . . . 753-660610300 West Forest HillBlvd.,WellingtonA hip, slick anddramatic restaurantoffering upscalePacific Rim cuisinein an eclectic decor.The food, showinginfluences fromJapan, China,Korea, Thailand,Vietnam andHawaii -- isdesigned for sharingrather than conven-tional dining. $$

Wouldn’t it be niceto dine half-price?Taylor Morgan, host of the Dining & Entertainment Showon WBZT 1230AM and Discover Dining on PAX-TV offers a HUGE selection of gift certificates to South Florida'sfavorite restaurants — ALL AT A 50% DISCOUNT! Log onto southfloridadines.com, for a complete listing ofavailable eateries. Monday through Friday, SouthFloridaDines.com sends an e-mail “blast,” which will let youknow the Blue Plate Special for that day, new restaurantsthat have signed on, what's coming up on the radio show,food & drink related events that are planned, etc. If youwant to be kept informed, send an e-mail to [email protected] — write "Add to E-mail List" in thesubject line. Bon Apetite!

www.southfloridadines.comLocal: 966-1881 Toll Free: 866-379-DINE



When asked what makes West PalmBeach great, Executive Chef BrianKenny answered, "…the growth potential. The old Palm Beach is classic, and the new Palm Beach hasvision." Brian implements his visionevery day at the Asian Fusion restaurantTsunami. He creates his unique dishesby incorporating basic ingredients witha new preparation or "fusing" them withdistinctly Asian flavors. The dishes aresimple yet focused. The results? A mouthwatering experience!

Brian KennyExecutive Chef, Tsunami

How did West Palm Beach get so lucky to capture and retain this 29-year-oldfood genius? The lure of West PalmBeach came with the prospect of utilizinghis background and innovation to origi-nate Tsunami’s menu, select his own staff,and bring an intriguing dining concept toreality as Executive Chef. However,Brian's love affair with South Floridabegan 20 years ago when he moved herewith his family. His culinary career beganat The Biltmore Hotel in Miami and has

included stints at The Mar-a-lago Cluband The Four Seasons, both in PalmBeach. He credits his largest growthopportunity to his favorite artist, chefNorman Van Aken, owner of Norman'sin Miami. It was in Miami that Normantaught Brian about "embracing creativity."Brian has taken that creativity and pouredit into Tsunami, his dream. Moreover, what drives this local chef to create hispassionate concoctions? "The smiles onpeoples’ faces after a good meal."

AGE? 29How have you made a namefor yourself in PB?Throughhard work and treating peoplefairly that work for me (evengiving second chances)

What’s your claim to fame?I'm not famous or even infamous – well, maybe infamous with my staff.What do you offer to the community? Hopefully, a mind-blowing experience in the restaurant.

What role do you see yourselftaking to ensure the future ofWPB? Hopefully [bringing]national exposure to the WestPalm Beach dining scene “Fave” restaurant? Of courseTSUNAMI – there's no other. Pets? Three dogs, 2 cats andRosie, my 300-lb. pot-belly pigBook on your nightstand? Nobooks on the nightstand; theystay on the coffee table.

Who/what makes you laugh?My wife and kids keep melaughing.Credit success to...? All thepeople that have ever workedfor meGreatest personal accomplish-ment? Opening the restaurantfrom dirt on the floorProudest moment? The daymy twin girls were bornSmartest business move?Moving to Palm Beach County

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Serenity Garden Tea House316 Vallette Way (Historic District) West Palm Beach, FL 33401Today, afternoon tea is one of the fastest-growing trends in America, and it is riding awave of popularity around the world.There is a calming, eternal charm aboutthe whole affair that is irresistible. Teabeckons us to enjoy quality time withfriends and loved ones, and especially torediscover the art of relaxed conversation.At Serenity Garden Tea House, you andyour guests will experience a unique setting and a relaxing atmosphere in thischarming 1917 house with wood floors,fireplace, and quaint little rooms tastefullydecorated with antiques and art.Phone: (561) 655-3911www.serenitygardenteahouse.com

Dada Restaurant-Lounge52 North Swinton Ave.Delray Beach, FL. 33444THE place to go in Delray Beach for food,drinks, music, art, culture, history, and fun.Owners Rodney Mayo and Scott Frielichteam with Executive Chef Bruce Feingoldto create Dada, a very popular, trendyrestaurant and lounge with a comfortable,home-like atmosphere that comes alivewith the "20-40 somethings" who cometo dine the night away.Phone: (561) 330-3232

Nirvana1701 North Congress Ave.Boynton Beach, FL. 33426Chef-owner Ricky Gopeesingh (formerlyexecutive chef at Delray's Pineapple Grill)has fused his Caribbean heritage withNew World cuisine to create a veryvibrant and inspired Indo-Caribbeanrestaurant. He artistically melds the flavorsof the Caribbean, India and the UnitedStates into delectible culinary combina-tions. There often seems to be a lot on the plate, but the flavors work.Phone: (561) 752-1932

Bizaare Avenue Cafe921 Lake Ave.Lake Worth, FL. 33460It’s celebrating its sixth year in business,but most people don't know about this little gem. The regular clientele would loveto keep it a secret, but it's time to let thesecret out! Bizaare Avenue Cafe is acompletely unique restaurant. Offering adelectable menu of "Gourmet Sharables,"Bizaare Avenue Cafe is romantic, hip andcompletely unique!Phone: (561) 588-4488

Whether you’re in search of the freshest produce,morning yoga, jazz breakfasts, or just fresh air ona Saturday morning — area green markets arethe place to go. Long-established Saturdaygreen markets in West Palm Beach, Boca Ratonand Delray Beach are now joined by RivieraBeach. On Sundays, go to Palm Beach Gardensand Royal Palm Beach green markets.

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West PalmBeach 8 a.m. to 1p.m.,Saturdays,West PalmBeach atBanyan andClematisstreets

DelrayBeach8 a.m. to 1 p.m.,Saturdays,Worthing Park,150 E. AtlanticAve.

Boca Raton8 a.m. to 1 p.m.,Saturdays,Royal PalmPlaza (FederalHighway andMiznerBoulevard)

RivieraBeach8 a.m. to 2 p.m.,Saturdays, City HallMunicipalComplex, 600 W. BlueHeron Blvd.

Palm BeachGardens8:30 a.m. to1:30 p.m.,Sundays,Gardens Park,10500 N.Military Trail

Royal PalmBeach8 a.m. to 1 p.m.,Sundays,Veteran's Park

Worth The Trip »



&be seenFrom Sunfest2003 to cozy friends at the Lounge,farewells at Flow, birthdays at Ecco, Gatsby’s, Tsunamiand everywhere between, we saw it all!

{ If you want to have your event or promotion covered by a member of dnL™ Photo Squad, please call 561.523.4855 or e-mail your request [email protected] }

Scene

Thursday night at Tsunami: Shannon Fox,Debbie Llowman, Rinku Tawar, Jim Nicholas,Bob Bingenheimer, Helen Reid and Ken Curtin

Brian Guralnick, Greg Margre & Stacy Ortiz @ GatsbysEnjoying the after-Sunfest nightlife outside at The Loungewere (l-r) Wayne Arcos, Katy Burns, and Danielle Horchler.

Over 160 artists competed inthis year’s Juried Art Show!

The fabulous Fox Sisters, New Years Eve @ The Strand

Attendees were treated to the Wachovia Fireworks Show as well as the opening of the FidelityFederal Juried Art Show. Musical guests included Sheryl Crow, James Brown and John Mayer.

“Ok, just a little closer now...”Clematis Magazine publisher, Bob Zeitler,takes photos stageside at Sunfest 2003.

CELEBRATIONS CITY PLACE

Farewell party at FLOW

Birthday party at Echo

Birthday party at PB Kennel Club

Anna at FLOW

Fushu Daiko performs at the Harriet for The American Lung Cancer Society.

Meanwhile, back at CityPlace: Infinity Radio hosts “All About You, Women’s Expo” at the Harriet Himmel Gilman Theater.

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PAINT YOUR HEART OUT

Members of the West Palm Beach 100 pitch in for a good cause, truly painting their hearts out to complete the job in one day!!

Around TownGRAND OPENING

Meanwhile, outside guests were treated to food from The Melting Pot as well as wines, music anddancers from Platinum Gold!

Inside, customers purchased many special

Halloween Treats!

Owner Marc Cooper (above ) is allsmiles at his Halloween Eve grand

opening of Jacquelyn B Jewelers inthe Parkland Town Center Mall!

“Here Comes the Neighborhood,” a spectacular block party thrown by 610 Clematis, in conjunction with the AppleOrganization, to officially welcome the future residents of 610 to their new homes in WPB. Hoisting shovels were Mayor LoisFrankel (light gray suit) and former Mayor Nancy Graham.

HERE COMES THE NEIGHBORHOOD

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