Abacoa & Alton Neighbors - April 2021

28 Abacoa &Alton N E I G H B O R S | A p r i l 2 0 2 1 new guestrooms and suites, new arrival experience, lobby, lobby bar and two new signature dining experiences featuring two of South Florida’s Top Chef Alumni, Jeremy Ford and Lindsay Autry, also a James Beard nominee. With multiple award-winning designers on the project, the Resort is completing a revamp of its destination Spa at PGA, with interiors being championed by famed local, Venus Williams’ firm, V Starr Design who will reimage the 40,000-square-foot Spa concept and will feature the latest spa treatments to include a salt room. In addition, a complete build out and fresh design of the exclusive Members Club; a newly designed golf experience by Staples Golf featuring a new 18 hole course named The Match, and a new Par 3 short course; called The Staple, designed simply “for fun” according to Andy Staples; a brand new Golf Academy, high end Chocolatier, Ice Cream Shop, Kids Club and much more. Additionally, in development is a brand new Water Feature experience coming in 2022. NEW RESTAURANTS + EATERIES The Fish Bowl at High Dive in Rosemary Square – West Palm Beach (Opened – November 2020) Acclaimed Chef Jeremy Bearman opened High Dive and its new pop- up seafood eatery, The Fish Bowl. In a lush outdoor setting on the lawn at Rosemary Square, The Fish Bowl serves light bites and drinks utilizing the highest quality seasonal produce, ingredients, and fish. ———————————————————————— Bluestone Lane at The Colony Palm Beach – Palm Beach (Opened – December 2020) Brooklyn-based coffee roasters, Bluestone Lane, landed in Palm Beach with their first Florida café at The Colony Hotel. Bluestone Lane at The Colony brings a memorable aromatic experience in a relaxed atmosphere to savor the finest coffee, cappuccino, espresso (and more) paired with delicious fare for breakfast and lunch. Offering soups, salads, sandwiches, pastries and smoothies for dining alfresco on The Colony’s historic steps, or for “grab and go”, Bluestone Lane is the new destination for bean aficionados. ———————————————————————— Marisol Restaurant and Beach Club Lobby Lounge at Boca Raton Resort & Club – Boca Raton (Opened – December 2020) Boca Raton Resort & Club announces the debut of Marisol restaurant and Beach Club lobby lounge, two new concepts created by famed lifestyle impresario and Creative Director Colin Cowie. As part of the iconic property’s $150 million renovation, the Resort partnered with Colin Cowie, credited with creating the gold standard in event planning, working with clients including Nicole Kidman, Jennifer Aniston, Elton John, Oprah and Ryan Seacrest, to reimagine and further elevate the Beach Club guest experience. The lounge stretches over 2,500 square feet and features multiple indoor and outdoor seating areas, each with their own intimate and inviting atmosphere. The experiences transition from barista-made lattes and continental breakfast to light lunches to an alluring candle-lit lounge and terrace in the evening, serving Mediterranean- inspired Mezze plates & sushi, all made for sharing. Situated outside and steps away from the sand, Marisol is a dining destination inspired by Colin’s love for La Dolce Vita and iconic beach clubs set along the Mediterranean. Adorned in a sophisticated color palette of neutrals, soft blues, natural wood and teak furniture, Marisol is the ideal setting for a lively lunch with friends or a romantic dinner. Colin worked closely with the Resort & Club’s Executive Chef Andrew Roenbeck to develop all menu items, ensuring each dish is made with only the highest quality ingredients from around the world. ———————————————————————— Pura Vida in Rosemary Square – West Palm Beach (Opened – December 2020) Pura Vida is an all-day cafe with a boho-chic inspired ambiance that offers COMMUNITY CORNER     FREE       Interested in becoming an Expert Contributor? Contact the Publisher of this magazine for more information.