The Town of Jupiter and the Village of Tequesta are nestled between Palm Beach Gardens and Stuart. Both areas cater to the outdoor style, as they wrap around the Loxahatchee River and Intracoastal Waterway, which provide incomparable views to residents. For this reason, water sports and boating are abundant. Jupiter and Tequesta also offer their share of championship golf courses and pristine beaches frequented often under consistently sunny skies.

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Wealth-X, the world’s leading “ultra-high net worth (UHNW defined as having a net worth of over $30 million) intelligence and prospecting firm with the largest collection of curated research” for the mega rich, noted in the recently released  “Global Luxury Residential Real Estate Report 2015” that nearly $3 trillion of the world’s private wealth is held in owner occupied residential properties.  The report also forecasts “an ongoing shift in the wealth creation cycle from the West to the East.”  Main hubs of luxury real estate are New York City, London and Hong Kong.

Luxury residential real estate is a core component of the high net worth market.  Lifestyle and investment are affected by location.  According to Forbes annual list of richest…

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The Palm Beach India Association will present the 12th Annual India Fest on February 21, between 11:00 am - 10:00pm, at downtown West Palm Beach on the waterfront.  Enjoy the cultural diversity and abundance of India’s rich heritage at Meyer Amphitheater, 105 Evernia Street, West Palm Beach. 

India is a country of “bewilderingly, great diversities”.  Since the ancient ages, India has been known all around the globe for its numerous wonders. Varied landscapes, cuisines, religions and cultures add to the marvel of India.  India is home to wondrous people, spirituality, yoga, mountains, rivers, deserts and natural healing.

This leading cultural event draws over 14,000 people from South Florida.  The festival is FREE and features authentic cuisine,…

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 Jupiter Farmer's Market Harbourside Place

A spectrum of colors, beautiful views and friendly vendors will welcome you every Sunday to the Jupiter Farmer’s Market at Harbourside Place in Jupiter, Florida. Live music will flow through the air played by local bands. The market will be taking place every Sunday from December through April, from 9am to 2pm. 

The “just harvested” fresh produce comes from local farmers all over South Florida. As you peruse the different stands you will find seasonal harvests varying from winter to summer fruits and vegetables. You will be able to select things like: organic, locally grown kale, chard, squash, beets, star fruits, citrus and berries. Fruits and vegetables aren’t the only things to buy at the Jupiter Farmer’s Market. You can also buy gorgeous,…

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Jupiter Waterway Changes

Next week, February 12, 2015 at 5:30pm The Town of Jupiter will hold a public meeting regarding changes to marine facilities regarding their regulations. The marine facilities the workshop will cover include structures like retaining walls, seawalls, docks and boatlifts. The new additions and updates to be made will benefit owners of waterfront land in Jupiter. The town is seeking to update marine facility regulations to give waterfront property owners more options when it comes to stabilizing shorelines and vessels. “The intent is also to balance the impacts by preserving and enhancing Jupiter’s natural shoreline to promote a healthy marine environment for all to enjoy,” say the members at The Town of Jupiter. 

The Town of Jupiter has opened the…

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On Saturday, February 7th from 11am to 5pm, Jupiter Jubilee will be held by the town of Jupiter for local residents at the Jupiter Community Center. The event has been taking place annually since 2002, when Jupiter’s 75th Anniversary Celebration was held a couple years prior. The event was such a success that town leaders set about putting together an annual event, usually on the first week of February.

The Kids’ Adventure Area offers fun for kids of all ages, including toddler activities, face painting, rock climbing, and bounce houses. There will also be a Chalk Zone for kids and adults from 9am-5pm and a 3D anamorphic street painting by renowned local artist Jennifer Chaparro, as well as a Jubilee Local Business Fair, at which local business can…

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2.6.15 Fishing Report

Another bumpy weekend ahead in the weather, as another cold front will be passing and sweeping South Florida with high winds. Good news for those anglers participating in The Sailfish Challenge taking place this Saturday in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The high winds should bring fire to the sailfish bite to South Florida!

Offshore- Sailfish bite should do well by the weekend, recent reports have announced the sailfish have been swimming around in pods and packs of about 4-5 sails. To highlight the attention, put out goggle eyes or blue runners that are hanging under a kite, putting out more bait gives you the best chances of catching several at a time. Mixed in with the sails have been occasional dolphin and kingfish located in…

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All you need is love, especially so close to Valentine’s Day.  However, a little chocolate cannot hurt; it may even help you feel better!

For years, scientists have been trying to unwrap the mystery of chocolate.  What makes it so irresistible? Is it the cocoa beans, caffeine, sugar or any of the hundreds of combinations that raise our spirits and libido? 

Scientists at Cambridge University have conducted MRI’s of the brain and concluded a rather modest explanation.  Neuroscientist, Adrian Owen, of Cambridge University‘s Wolfson Brain Imaging Centre said, “The scientific data suggests that the mood enhancing effects of chocolate do not appear to affect the brain via a direct biological action.”   Scientists concluded that chocolate is linked to…

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The Cultural Council of Palm Beach County is a private, non-profit corporation “that provides a diverse array of arts and culture related programs”.  The council was founded over 35 years ago through the vision and leadership of Alexander Dreyfoos.  Dreyfoos, a successful businessman, inventor, and arts activist believed in the value of arts and culture.

The Cultural Council of Palm Beach County is Palm Beach County’s officially designated agency for cultural development.  The Council is instrumental in supporting and celebrating the artistic and cultural community in one of Florida’s largest and most diverse counties. 

Take the opportunity to explore local culture. Jupiter, ranked as one of Coastal Magazines “Happiest Seaside Towns” is rich with…

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Oceana Coffee in Tequesta
Tequesta’s favored coffee roaster, Oceana Coffee, is Palm Beach County’s only specialty grade coffee spot. Their main emphasis is to roast small batches to highlight and accentuate as many flavors as possible. The coffee itself and the geographical location of where it came from are important factors the staff encourages to educate the customers of how to properly prepare, store and taste the finest beans.

Today, Oceana Coffee moved to its newer location just a half a mile from the old location in Tequesta, FL. The delicious coffee lounge is improved and much more expansive for local’s conformability and remains as a highly sophisticated environment. It is a great spot for coffee purists, serving some of the freshest coffee in the county with a…

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Local non-profit organization “Friends of Jupiter Beach” has been organizing beach cleanups on the first Saturday of every month for over 10 years.  Initially, the clean ups began with a handful of volunteers interested in keeping the beach clean of debris and waste.  Today, the “project has evolved into a significant force for environmental care of our environment.” 

Every month an average over 200 volunteers help, remove almost 500 pounds of debris within a 2 and ½-mile stretch of Jupiter beach and the Jupiter Inlet.  This environmental preservation project is partnered up with Rapid Removal Services to haul away recyclables.  

Join the volunteers on the next cleanup scheduled for Saturday, February 7, 2015, beginning at 8:00am-10:00am.…

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