Travel

Staycation Destination : Naples, Florida

Spend quality time with the ones you love on a 0ne-0n-One-Tank Road Trip Article by Marti Schnurr | Photography by Mary Sammarco If you're like many people these days, your travel agenda has been sharply curtailed in recent months — and perhaps it even feels like you'll never have the chance to hit the open road again. Or maybe you've just been working a lot and can't seem to pencil in quality time with family or are ready for a much-needed romantic getaway with your partner. Either way, the...

October 2020

Health + Wellness

Gratitude is everywhere!

Coping with our "new normal" and all that this year has taught us! Article and Photography by Sharon Caldwell Peddie It's pretty safe to say the year 2020 is not what we all wished for as we welcomed it in with our enthusiastic toasts! Never did we foresee a Pandemic crashing through every life on the planet, forcing us to stay at home, stay away from each other, and turn our lives upside down.    While we were trying to cope with our “new normal” and scary daily news, racial injustice was...

October 2020

Health + Wellness

Turkey Workout

Holiday Fitness Fun! Article by Mary Sammarco | Photography by 47 Films Thanksgiving is just around the corner. A favorite holiday where we join our family and friends and express gratitude for all of life's blessings and, of course, eat a very big meal. It’s estimated the average Thanksgiving dinner plate clocks in at around 3,350 calories — and that’s not factoring in seconds!   Check-out local Broward County P. E. teacher, Mary Sammarco, as she shakes up any workout  boredom with...

October 2020

Health + Wellness

Things that make me Happy...

A child's eye view of gratitude Article by Marti Schnurr | Photography by Ashley Bosonac Children find joy in every moment. They aren’t looking toward the future or worried about the past. Whether they’re playing with friends, eating breakfast, or reading a book, what they’re doing at the moment is their sole focus. As it should be for us. Our sweet reader, Chase Bosonac, shares what makes him happy and reminds all of us the importance of gratitude!   Technology:  -Youtube to watch...

October 2020

Food + Beverage

After Dinner Thanksgiving Traditions

Special. ways to highlight the day with family fun and gratitude! Article by Marti Schnurr | Photography by Amanda Paige Turkey Day is just around the corner and you probably already have your menu set. But, what are you doing after your big feast? You will probably pack in the traditional foods by mid-afternoon and still have a good chunk of daylight left! Here are 15 ways to spend the rest of the day, starting after Thanksgiving-meal traditions:  Talk About Gratitude Some people do this...

October 2020

Food + Beverage

Thanksgiving Leftovers

From a classic Holiday meal to a creatively, repurposed holiday lunch! Article by Chef Laura Todd | Photography by Ashley Taylor We love the day-after-Thanksgiving leftovers  as much as the next guy, but holiday leftovers taste even better when they're repurposed creatively.  Chef Laura Todd shares her delicious post Thanksgiving recipe for Easy Turkey Waldorf Salad.     Ingredience : 1 cup diced left over cooked and chilled turkey 1 large red apple, cored and chopped 1/4 cup chopped...

October 2020

Food + Beverage

What's to Eat?

Three of Palm Beach County's Top Chef weigh in on their favorite foods and dining options amid the corona virus Article by Marti Schnurr | Photography by Contributed to Boca Style Magazine Chef Laura Todd, Owner and Chef, Laura Ashley Catering Palm Beach, Fl What has been your favorite food trend?  I think vegetables are my favorite trend for food & cocktails. We make an amazing Carrot Ginger Martini. 20 years ago no one would have predicted Brussel Sprouts and Cauliflower would be...

September 2020

Local Services

Quantum Foundation Invests $2.8 Million in County’s Health

Private Palm Beach County Grant-making Organization Improves Access to Health-Related Resources Article by Jennifer Cope | Photography by Gene Bergman 1331 Kreative  As the coronavirus continues to make its mark throughout Palm Beach County, Quantum Foundation has stepped up with funding to meet the immediate needs of individuals and vulnerable populations impacted by the virus.   Quantum Foundation’s mission is to fund initiatives that improve the health of Palm Beach County residents. In...

September 2020

Entertainment

Fall Fun!

Creative and fun ways to keep your family safe during Halloween Article and Photography by Sharon Caldwell Peddie Ahhh, Fall. It brings us crisp air, changing leaves, beautiful autumn colors and football! It’s such a fun season and Halloween is always one of its highlights. It’s become a long standing, special tradition for ages big and small. Experts say COVID-19 will likely still be very present this fall, so maybe you’re wondering what Halloween might have to look like this year? The...

September 2020

Event Planning + Services

Here Comes The Bride

Who will be my Bridesmaids? Article by Marti Schnurr | Photography by Amanda Paige Woo hoo! Can you hear the wedding bells ringing? If you just got engaged and started planning your wedding, then your mind is probably racing with a to-do list. You are probably thinking, “who do I need to pick for bridesmaids?” because a lot of expectations rest on that decision. It’s tricky, but the good news is: you are the bride and your rules are law. Who Should You Consider for Your Bridesmaid? It’s...

September 2020