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LIFESTYLE LETTER

APRIL 2020 PUBLISHER

Don Schnurr | don.schnurr@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Marti Schnurr | marti.schnurr@lifestylepubs.com ACCOUNT MANAGER

Celebrating Spring! SINGING IN BOCA RATON!

Brian Afonso | brian.afonso@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Evan Deuvall LAYOUT DESIGNER

Jayme Emery

Do you smell that, Boca? It’s the fresh, spring scent after a cleansing rain. Ah, April. What a wonderful month to reconnect with the Earth and spend some time outside. If you ever needed an excuse to buy yourself a new raincoat and matching boots, you have one now. Go out and explore—maybe get some new Instagram shots a la Singing in the Rain?

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Ashley Taylor, Amanda Paige CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Ashley Taylor

While you’re out, take a moment to appreciate the gifts our planet gives us each day. How can you show your thanks? Maybe you join a neighborhood cleanup at Red Reef Park Beach or check out some new, sustainable brands popping up in our local markets like Whole Foods. This April issue is filled with community stories and ideas to get you in the Earth Day spirit. Be sure to check out Chef Laura Todd's recipe for Lionfish Ceviche and learn the importance of managing the Lionfish population. With no known natural predators Lionfish are wreaking havoc on our natural eco system! We also take a look at eco-friendly style transportation focusing

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

on the latest Tesla model. Celebrate Earth Day with a 48 hour trip to DC! Most of

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

the sights are outdoor, easy to walk to and are free. Reduce your carbon foot print

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

and jump on a Citi-Bike or scooter to make your way around the city! However you choose the spend the holiday, be sure to share your pictures with us!

AD MANAGER Chad Jensen REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

Thank you for all you do to keep Boca Raton clean and healthy. We wouldn’t be this wonderful city without each and every one of you doing your part. Happy Earth Day and as always, thanks for inspiring us!

Marti Schnurr

Don Schnurr

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2020

FEATURES 16 Sax in The City Music is a universal language and when Bismarck Morgan performs he gets everyone talking

20 48 Hours in Washington, D.C. Eco-friendly Travel Tips

26 Tesla, EcoFriendly Style A fun and zippy ride with sleek, sporty lines!

16 34

34 Here Comes The Bride! Meet Ashley and Luke!

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Locally Owned

Back Stage

20 Travel Destination 26 Driverâ€™s Notebook 30 Culinary Creations 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local Limelight

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GOOD TIMES

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LOCALLY OWNED

GOT LIONFISH?

CHEF LAURA TODD USES HER CREATIVE CULINARY SKILLS TO TAME THIS PREDATOR REAKING HAVOC ON OUR NAUTURAL ECOSYSTEM

ARTICLE CHEF LAURA TODD PHOTOGRAPHY MARTI SCHNURR

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coral Reef

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LOCALLY OWNED (CONTINUED) Lionfish/diver

Laura Ashley Catering

GOT LIONFISH?

Snapper & Grouper." The white tender meat lends itself to

What is a Lionfish you ask? Lionfish are an invasive and

numerous recipes. Prices on the fish vary through out the

predatory species from the South Pacific that have taken up

year but tend to stay between $9 to $13 per pound. Many

residence in our warm Atlantic waters. They are covered in

of our local South Florida chefs are taking notice of this reef

red and white zebra like stripes. Most recognized for their

crisis starting to offer Lionfish on menus. Chef Laura Todd,

venomous fan like pectoral and dorsal fins that resemble

owner of Laura Ashley Catering & Events in West Palm

a lion’s mane. Lionfish can live up to 15 years and a single

Beach has created a “Got Lionfish?” campaign. Recently she

female can produce over 2 million eggs per year. With no

was spotted at the 2019 Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival

known natural predators Lionfish are wreaking havoc on our

offering up this tasty invader. This South Florida native is

natural eco system. They prey on small reef fish that help

encouraging restaurant patrons to ask their local restau-

clean and keep the reefs healthy. “Lionfish eat herbivores

rants to start offering Lionfish. “Many people have never

and herbivores eat algae from coral reefs. Without herbi-

tried Lionfish and know very little about it. We try to offer

vores, algal growth goes unchecked, which can be detri-

samples and open up conversation to educate consumers.

mental to the health of coral reefs.” – National Oceanic and

They have a choice and their choice makes a huge differ-

Atmospheric Association “Lionfish eat herbivores and her-

ence in helping to protect our South Florida Reefs.” Many

bivores eat algae from coral reefs,” according to the National

other corporations are starting to take action as well. Whole

Oceanic and Atmospheric Association. “Without herbivores,

Foods Markets has recently started offering fresh Lionfish at

algal growth goes unchecked, which can be detrimental to

their seafood counter. Whole Foods is attempting to simplify

the health of coral reefs.” Contrary to popular belief Lionfish

the process of eating Lionfish by offering it in local Florida

are not poisonous. Once their venomous spines are cut off

stores. Many other locally owned and operated fish markets

and removed you can prepare the fish for consumption.

are also offering the scrumptious predator. All you have to do

They are actually "are delicious and taste very similar to

is just ask, “Got Lionfish?“

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Lionfish

“CONTRARY TO POPULAR BELIEF LIONFISH ARE NOT POISONOUS. ONCE THEIR VENOMOUS SPINES ARE CUT OFF AND REMOVED YOU CAN PREPARE THE FISH FOR CONSUMPTION.”

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SAX IN THE CITY

MUSIC IS A UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE AND WHEN BISMARCK MORGAN PERFORMS HE GETS EVERYONE TALKING

BACK STAGE

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ARTICLE MARTI SCHNURR WITH BISMARCK MORGAN PHOTOGRAPHY SUNMAN LLC

LIFE IS FULL OF EXCITEMENT AND FULL OF

the Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach that had live cam-

INTERESTING PEOPLE THAT GIVE IT VIBRANCY

els, historic symbols of wealth,” recalls Bismarck.

AND COLOR. Bismarck’s journey of music with the

“Bismarck is one of the most incredibly talented

saxophone contains unique elements and experi-

individuals I know,” says Shera Kaan-Lilly of Boca’s

ences that have cultivated his great energy. Native

TheModelRealtor.com. “He not only brings the best

to South Florida, Bismarck Morgan is a local tenor

‘vibes’ to any event, but he touches everyone’s heart

saxophone player specializing in private events,

with his beautiful music and extraordinary personal-

galas, weddings, and creative events. Along with solo

ity. Bismarck helps us, as realtors, turn a simple house

performances, he expresses himself best playing his

into a loving home by enchanting all of our customers

tenor sax, live, with DJ’s via his wireless microphone

with all of his alluring melodies!” Maxie Kaan-Lilly of

system. This allows him to be mobile, crowd interac-

TheModelRealtor.com also says that “there is no bet-

tive, and to truly immerse himself in the experience.

ter person to get the party going than Bismarck. He

“I have been favored and blessed to continually perform at select, eclectic private events ranging

his engaging, eccentric and the best entertainment you will ever come to know.”

anywhere from private docked yacht parties to lux-

Bismarck also thrives in the Polo scene in

urious weddings. One of the most interesting events

Wellington. Bismarck works with restaurateur and

I’ve ever played was a wedding held inside a Porsche

entrepreneur Juan Gando at his famed restaurants.

dealership. Right on par with that was a wedding at

Mr. Juan Gando has recently expanded his Oli’s

Fashion Cuisine restaurant to Boca Raton. On most Saturday evenings Bismarck can be found here playing light jazz ballads and eclectic tunes as Boca locals dine on the Italian-American cuisine. Bismarck remembers the first time the saxophone truly impacted him. “I was away at a church camp and there was a visiting minister playing the saxophone. When I heard the sax and the rich, melty tone that came from the instrument, it warmed my soul. It could be compared to a child on Christmas morning gathering him or herself next to a warm fire by the Christmas tree and feeling the closeness and familiarity of family. The warm fire place brings a warmth and assurance. There’s excitement in anticipation of receiving their gift.” The saxophone elicits these feelings in Bismarck time and time again. It never gets old. It’s a fire that never dies. It’s something special that must be shared with the world.

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

48 Hours in Was h i n gto n , D . C .

ECO-FRIENDLY TRAVEL TIPS ARTICLE MARTI SCHNURR WITH MARTA HEACOCK

PHOTOGRAPHY ASHLEY TAYLOR

HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOODS, ABUNDANT NATIONAL MON-

Lincoln Memorial

UMENTS, MUSEUMS, AND A VIBRANT CITYSCAPE REPLETE WITH ETHNIC AND REGIONAL CUISINE, ENTERTAINMENT, AND SHOPPING OPTIONS, WASHINGTON D.C. OFFERS A PLETHORA OF RICHES TO THE AVERAGE TRAVELER. If this is your first trip to Washington, think of it as one of many to come, and design your agenda according to the personal needs and preferences of you and your party. Most of the must-sees in Washington D.C. are located in the National Mall. Washington quickly becomes a personal paradise for history buffs, and even if you aren’t one, you’ll want to see at least a couple of important national monuments. Plan on visiting the National Mall in the morning so you’ll have an abundance of fresh energy, and because you’ll be doing a lot of walking, choose function over fashion when selecting your footwear for the day. Transportation within the National Mall is provided free of charge by the Washington Metro. Nine Capital Bikeshare stations are situated throughout the National Mall, and personal scooters are also available for rent. Following are suggestions designed to provide you with inspiration for

+In si de the N ati ona l M al l

getting the most from your 48 hours in Washington.

THE MORNING OF DAY ONE A clearly visible component of the Washington skyline,

Constitution Gardens when you need a good dose of nat-

the iconic Washington Monument is among the most

ural beauty as an antidote to the activity and movement.

prominent aspects of the National Mall, but that’s just

Constitution Gardens makes is an excellent choice for an

the tip of this National Park’s iceberg. Other memorials to

al fresco lunch if the weather cooperates.

past presidents include the Lincoln Memorial, the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, and the Thomas Jefferson

AFTERNOON AND EVENING

Memorial. Martin Luther King, Jr., was also honored with

Whether you spend a morning or the entire day at the

a larger-than-life marble likeness embossed with quotes

National Mall is completely up to you. Most people find

from his writings. Art and natural history enthusiasts will

more than enough to keep them occupied for the whole

never want to leave the National Mall once they discover

day, while others want to see more of the city. If you’re

that eleven of the 20 Smithsonian Museums are situated

among the latter, consider riding the Metro to Penn

in the park. You also have the option of visiting the World

Quarter for a historical ambiance steeped in modern

War II Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, and

culture. Situated north of Pennsylvania Avenue, you’ll find

the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. You’ll also be able to

eclectic restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries, and bou-

stroll down Pennsylvania Avenue in the shadow of build-

tique shopping options here as well as the International

ings where world-shaping decisions have been made.

Spy Museum, the National Museum of Women in the

The National Mall receives over 25 million visitors from all over the world on an annual basis, and it can be 20

crowded and noisy during any part of the year. Head to

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Arts, The National Shakespeare Theater, the U.S. Navy Memorial, and Washington’s historic Chinatown district.

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Rooftop drinks in DC

When it comes time to relax with a pre-dinner beverage at the end of a busy day, head to one of Washington’s rooftop bars and savor your favorite cocktail against a panoramic view of the city’s stunning skyline. POV, located at the top of The W Hotel has an elevated cocktail experience and perfect views of The White House and The Washington Monument. If you’re visiting Washington during winter, the sun sets early, choose a venue with a view of the National Mall — monuments are lit up after dark to create a fabulous display. After you’re rested and refreshed, it’s

+ d i n ner i n georgetown

time to think about dinner. DC Skyline at night

Georgetown’s emerging culinary scene offers a number of regional and international dining options. The waterfront neighborhood also serves up more-than-ample helpings of historical ambiance to enjoy while savoring a fine meal. A walk along Washington Harbor after dinner is a great grand finale to an evening in Georgetown. THE MORNING OF DAY TWO Visiting the White House is high on the list of priorities of many travelers to Washington for good reason — it’s a beautiful structure as well as one of the major seats of power on the planet. Tours are free to the general public, but you’ll have to do some advance planning to get a spot. CONTINUED >

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TR AVEL DESTINATION (CONTINUED) White House

Self-guided tours are available beginning firearms, video cameras, pointed objects, or at 7:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Tuesday through strollers. You’ll receive a list of items that are not Thursday and 7:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Fridays permitted at the time your request is approved. and Saturdays. Sundays, Mondays, and federal Keep in mind that there are no public restroom holidays are excluded from the schedule. To get facilities within the White House. a spot on a tour, you’ll have to make a request

If you didn’t submit your request in time,

through your congressperson. You must do so consider paying a visit to George Washington’s at least 21 days and no more than three months ancestral home instead, Mt. Vernon Estates before your intended visit. Because spots and Gardens. Situated along the banks of are limited, hedging your bets by making the the Potomac River just a few miles south of request as soon as possible is recommended.

Washington proper, it’s easily accessible via

Guests 18 years of age and older are required public transportation. The beautifully restored to present valid government photo identifica- 14-room mansion has been restored with original tion, while foreign citizens need to have their furnishings, and the outbuildings and gardens of passports on hand. You will not be allowed to the 500-acre estate have also been preserved.

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Commonly known as the National Zoo, Smithsonian’s National & Conservation Biology Institute offers free admittance and one of the largest and most eclectic collections of wildlife in the world. All animals are kept in areas replicating their natural habitat as closely as possible. Popular exhibits include the pandas, cheetahs, American bison, and fennics, which are probably the planet’s smallest species of fox but have extraordinary large ears. You won’t be able to come anywhere close to seeing even a large fraction of the exhibits at the National Zoo during your time there, but you can keep up with your favorite exhibits through the Smithsonian’s webcam program.

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Situated on Pennsylvania Avenue just three blocks from the White House, Founding Farmers brings the best of American family farms to the table and puts an amazing finishing touch on Washington experience. No matter how you spend your 48 hours, you’ll likely create memories you’ll cherish for the rest of your life. If you’re like most visitors to the nation’s capital, you’ll be planning your next Washington sojourn before you’ve even boarded your plane for home as well as telling yourself that next time, you’ll be staying longer.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

lionfish ceviche

EAT THEM TO BEAT THEM! ARTICLE CHEF LAURA TODD PHOTOGRAPHY ASHLEY TAYLOR

south florida lionfish ceviche INGREDIENTS + 1 lb of cleaned LionFish fillets + 3/4 cup of Fresh lime Juice + 1/4 cup of Florida Orange Juice + 1 Tbsp of Red Wine Vinegar + 2oz of small diced Red Onion + 1 chopped Roma Tomato + 1 chopped Avocado + 1/2 tbsp chopped Cilantro + 1/2 tbsp of chopped scallions + 1 tsp of Hot Sauce + 1 Tbsp of Soy Sauce + 1 tsp of Garlic Powder + Salt & Pepper to taste DIRECTIONS Chop the Lionfish into small chunks, making sure that they are evenly sized so they cook evenly. Chop all veggies and set aside. Juice your limes, combine with vinegar. Add the fish and all veggies except the avocado to the lime juice mixture. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes or until the fish is opaque. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss with avocado. Serve with plantain or yucca chips for a nice appetizer or light meal Contact Chef Laura Todd at LAcaterspalmbeach.com 30

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

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DELRAY AFFAIR

12TH ANNUAL ASK THE ATTORNEY'S TOWN HALL

34TH ANNUAL BOCA RATON TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARDS BANQUET

Streets of Downtown Delray

One of the largest arts and craft fes-

Sugar Sand Park

tivals in the southeast United States.

300 S. Military Trail Boca Raton

Taking place along the palm tree

Roberta Kaye , Esq., BCS, and

Military Trail, Boca Raton

line downtown streets of Delray and

Michael bender, Esq., BCS lead

Join us as we celebrate the finest edu-

stretching 12 city blocks! Awarded

a spirited discussion about new

cators in Boca Raton! Cheer on your

for it’s a galactic mixture of art, great

legislation topics relating to condo-

favorite teachers and let them know

crafts and funky products from

minium, homeowners and coopera-

how much we appreciate their hard

around the world.

tive community associations.

work and dedication to our children.

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the finest restaurants in Palm Beach

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Genius, Bismarck!

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SPARTAN PALM BEACHES

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Join the fun starting at Spanish River Park for Gumbo Limbo 10 K certified course and 1 mile non-competitive fun run/walk event! Awards offer in top three male/female overall, top

5 SUNDAY SOUL BRUNCH AND PARTY Troy’s BBQ Boca Raton

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South County Regional Park

and heavy carries. Challenge yourself by running the sprint on both Saturday and Sunday!

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT Ahh, love is in the air and it starts at the waters edge in front of the Boca Beach Club. CHEERS!

Here C omes The Bride! MEET ASHLEY AND LUKE! ARTICLE MARTI SCHNURR PHOTOGRAPHY BOBBY SAMMARCO/ 47 FILMS

CONGRATULATIONS YOU’RE ENGAGED! We are sure you are feeling incredible realizing you have met your life partner and are ready to face the world together. First thing to do? Call your family and close friends to let them in on the big news. Next? That’s where we come in... MEET ASHLEY AND LUKE This “Jersey girl” and her Southern gentleman met while attending Auburn University in Auburn, Al. Ashley, who has a very large family based in South Florida and Luke who loves the beach knew Boca would be the right place for them to begin their new life together! Boca Style will witness their wedding journey from proposal to the big day! We will follow along as the newly engaged duo navigate their way through the wedding scene in Boca. Be part of their adventure and learn a few tips on how to organize, prepare and enjoy your own wedding experience! We will take an in-depth look at choosing a wedding style, blending families and traditions, venue options, budgeting, florists, hair/make-up, finding the perfect #hashtag and of course shopping for your wedding dress! Boca Style will be there for all of it!! Until next month here are a few pictures from the moment Luke proposed to Ashley at The Boca Beach Club! 34

Boca Style | April 2020

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