Palm Beach County was the only county in Florida with two restaurants featured on OpenTable “Top 100 Restaurants in America” list. OpenTable’s 2019 “Top 100” list includes a Palm Beach popular hotspot and an intimate French restaurant in Tequesta.

The “Top 100 Restaurants in America” list was released this week.  The data was gathered and compiled by the global online reservation service, OpenTable, which seats 131 million diners each month at more than 54,000 restaurants nationwide. “Whether a restaurant has received national accolades or is built on local fanfare, our Top 100 reflects diners’ favorite culinary experiences across the country,” Andrea Johnston, COO at OpenTable, said via news release. “What ultimately ties these restaurants together is…

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Art enthusiasts are invited to join the Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery and School of Art, located at 373 Tequesta Drive, in Tequesta. Unite with Lighthouse ArtCenter members and associates on the third Thursday evening of each month. The next evening is scheduled for December 19, 2019 at 5:30 pm.  

Enjoy a glass of wine and nibble on hors d' oeuvres during the reception featuring enjoyable, social activities. Some of the events presented are art demonstrations, informative lectures, concerts, live performances and gallery discussions.

The Lighthouse ArtCenter School of Art offers “classes for children and adults, beginner through professional levels in ceramics, drawing, encaustic, jewelry, painting (acrylics, oils, and watercolors), photography,…

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Mounts Botanical Gardens, located at 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach, is once again reveling in the holiday season.  Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County is a 14-acre living plant museum. There are 25 unique garden areas. Each garden within our collection is a living exhibit, with plants chosen specifically to tell a story to visitors. Celebrate the Garden of Lights at Mounts Botanical Gardens. During the holiday season the gardens are even more spectacular with twinkling lights luminating all around.

This time of year, the gardens will be “all a-twinkle” celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas. Enjoy the glittering evenings during the 2019 holiday season. Beautiful gem-toned lights light up the abundant tropical foliage. Magnificent…

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 Bing Crosby said it best: “There’s no place like home for the holidays”. What about a new home for the holidays? If you’ve been looking for a new home in Palm Beach County now is a great time to get the house you’ve had your eye on.

Some folks think this time of year is not ideal with back to back holidays, family and traditions. However, other knowledgeable home buyers know that this is fantastic time to pick up great housing deals. According to the National Association of Realtors, real estate agents report that November through February is an opportunist chance to purchase real estate.  This time of year brings in buyers who know they’re in for an exciting deal by acquiring property when no one else considers the opportunity.

Amongst other…

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Martin County is home to one of the most bio-diverse lagoon ecosystems in the Northern Hemisphere. It is situated right here in our own backyard, Martin County, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River Lagoon.  

The St. Lucie Inlet is one of the most bio-diverse estuaries in North America. It separates the barrier islands of Hutchison Island and Jupiter Island. The inlet connects Atlantic Ocean to several lagoon and estuarine tidal systems. This ecosystem is a favorite for nature enthusiasts interested in learning about the native flora and fauna of Florida barrier islands. Plants in the estuary, such as mangroves, attract lots of different animals to the estuary and those animals attract other animals to the estuary.  The ecosystem is a…

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Celebrate the holidays at Whitehall, Flagler Museum. Here's a chance to add another family-friendly activity to your holiday season.  Take a step back in time to holiday seasons in the 1900’s.  Whitehall is a 75-room Gilded Age mansion open to the public in Palm Beach. Located at 1 Whitehall Way, Palm Beach, construction was completed in 1902.  The building is a major example of neoclassical Beaux Arts architecture designed by Carrere and Hastings for Mr. Flagler.  

Flagler was a prominent leader of industrialism in the late 19th century. Whitehall was to be a winter residence, and Henry gave it to his bride, Mary Lily, as a wedding gift.  He was also the foremost developer of South Florida as a vacation destination. The Whitehall building is listed as…

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There is always plenty to do in and around Jupiter, Florida!

Below is a list of fun events for the whole family this weekend, 11/22/2019 - 11/24/2019.


Friday, November 22nd

Drive a Supercar in Palm Beach

Location: Palm Beach International Raceway, Jupiter

Time: 9:00am to 5:00pm

 

Pineapple Festival

Location: Downtown Jensen Beach

Time: 6pm to 11pm

 

Colt Ford Concert

Location: Abacoa Amphitheatre, Jupiter

Time: 6:30pm to 10:00pm

 

 

Saturday, November 23rd

Rolex Tournament of Champions

Location: PGA National Resort & Spa – Champion & Fazio Golf Courses, Palm Beach Gardens

Time: 7:30am to 9:00pm

 

Kids Fishing Program

Location: Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Juno Beach

Time: 9:00am…

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Does your bucket list include "Drive an Exotic Car"? If so, this weekend is the time to head to Palm Beach International Raceway to experience what it’s like to drive some of the world’s hottest sportscars, including Lamborghinis, Ferraris, Porches, and more on a real racetrack.

There is no experience necessary and no speed limit!

When: November 22nd – 23rd, 2019, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Where: Palm Beach International Raceway, 17047 Bee Line Hwy, Jupiter, Florida 33478

More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/342477609914215

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Since Florida has such coastal diversity, from the western tip of the panhandle, down to the Southernmost point in Key West, then up the east coast to Jupiter, Stuart, St. Augustine, and all the way to Amelia Island on the border with Georgia, we have the best recreational fishing in the country. From grouper to wahoo, kingfish to tripletail, the best tasting fish in Florida are some of the best tasting in the whole world! A large part of truly experiencing everything Florida has to offer is eating what the locals eat: FISH! So, without further ado, here are the top 10 best fish to eat in Florida!

an example of one of the best fish sandwiches in Florida


10. Kingfish

Some may wonder why Kingfish even made this list, but the truth is that South Florida consumes a ridiculous amount of it. Also known as…

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One of the best things about living in the West Palm Beach area is the fabulous rooftop dining! Downtown West Palm Beach beckons you to visit the tropical courtyards, roof-top bars and cafes lining the streets. Step outside of the proverbial “indoor” box of indoor dining and try something new.

The best roof-top bar can be found at Roxy’s which also happens to be the oldest restaurant in Downtown West Palm Beach.  Roxy’s is adjacent to fantastic shopping, spas, galleries, the Kravis Center, movie theater, convention center and more. Roxy’s is where the locals hang out, street events are thrown and the best place downtown Clematis for a weekend full of food, drinks, music, sports watching and late night dancing.

You’ll find other casual, outdoor…

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