March 2016 - Altima Palm Beach

Blog, Featured, Gourmet, Palm Beach backyard

The Easter Bunny makes a Special Hop to Worth Avenue’s Caviar Bar

When Mary Mahoney renovated her store this summer, she created a special area for her clients’ favorite caviar. Black River Caviar Bar will be offering a wide variety of Palm Beachers’ favorite eggs– Black River Russian Oscietra and Siberian Caviar. The latest harvest of this fine caviar will be delivered just in time for the Easter Holidays. Caviar connoisseurs will be able to select from various shades of both Russian Oscietra and Siberian Caviar, from jet black to the rare golden eggs. “Our clients have been waiting for this special delivery with anticipation. we’re thrilled to have it in time for Easter, ” says Mary.

Black River Caviar, a favorite among Palm Beach residents and exclusive purveyor to Seabourn Cruise Lines, is served at some of the finest restaurants across the Globe. Harvested in the pristine waters of the Rio Negro with excellent properties for sturgeon breeding, the environment mimics the real flow of a river in a completely natural area, free of contaminants and pollution. To inquire about the various types and price list, call Mary Mahoney at 561 655 8288

18 March 2016/by

Blog, Culture and Entertainment, Featured

Diane de la Bégassière launches Miss D’s Luna Si Podcast–

Countess Diane de la Bégassière’s sense of humor and personal relationships are key to the success of Miss D’s Luna Si Podcast and her eclectic roster of guest speakers. Diane discovered a way to leverage her innate sense of humor, inquisitive nature, people skills and eclectic roster of friends. Former water ski champion, triathlete, jewelry designer and Manhattan PR maven, Diane’s joy of life and laughter has led her to this latest stage in her life.

“I finally figured out I have a face for Podcasting,” says Diane, “I know so many people with interesting stories to share, starting a podcast was a natural.”

Diane with Edwina Sandys

Within just 6 months, Diane has hosted over 15 shows including internationally renowned artists, interior designers, authors, exiled aristocrats, entrepreneurs—all of whom have fascinating stories, experiences, and in some cases interesting behind the scene secrets to reveal. The stellar roster of guests have included Edwina Sandys, granddaughter of Winston Churchill, artist and author; Nadine Kalachnikoff, Russian Aristocrat, International Interior Designer/artist who recounts her early youth following her father’s exile from Russia and growing up in Paris surrounded by Dali and Picasso, and had her book report written by Ernest Hemingway, and who overcame her learning disabilities and shyness through catering (Her clients included the White House and the British Royal family): Patrick McMullan iconic NY Celebrity and social photographer, who recounts memories from a by-gone area including memories with Jackie Kennedy Onassis, David Bowie; Rochelle Ohrstrom, artist and author of Ponzi & Picasso where she reveals the darker side of the art world; Tarik Wildman who confesses he does everything (yes everything) while flying a plane; and Harry Hurt III author of 7 books and writer for NY Times and Texas Monthly.

“What I love the most of what I do is what I learn about my friends I never knew! In this day and age, we don’t spend enough time asking questions, we’re too busy moving on to the next. I love sitting my friends down and developing a conversation in a friendly, casual and comfortable setting, and understanding what led them to be who they are now,” says Diane de la Begassiere.

To hear Diane’s podcast interviews log on to missdslunasi.com

She can also be found on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/MissDsLunaSi/

iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/miss-ds-luna-si/

16 March 2016/by

Art and Design, Blog, Culture and Entertainment, Featured

Jane Holzer and Susan Lloyd host exhibit and book-signing for Internationally Renowned photographer, Baron Christophe von Hohenberg at The Silver Fund on Worth Avenue

Another Planet’ and ‘Andy Warhol-the Day the Factory Died’ Capture a By-gone Era

Jane Holzer and Susan Lloyd revisited a by-gone era by co-hosting an exhibit and book-signing by internationally renowned photographer, Baron Christophe von Hohenberg. The celebration took place on Thursday March 10^th at The Silver Fund , an exceptional gallery which has complemented Worth Avenue with treasure troves of exquisite collections of 20^th century silver and design. New York photographer, Patrick McMullan flew to Palm Beach to capture the moment.

Von Hohenberg, who had just returned from an exhibit in Vienna, where he ‘sold out’ his collection, did not expect the immediate success of this last minute show. Referring to his books as “reliving of celebrated times immortalizing models, artists, designers, musicians, gallerists, and other icons who reigned in New York during the Seventies and Eighties”, von Hohenberg was on hand to sign his two latest books “Another Planet” and “Andy Warhol, the Day the Factory Died”. Two photographs from von Hohenberg’s ‘Nude with Wookie” series were framed, displayed and sold within the first 20 minutes to a Palm Beach collector.

Over 100 invited guests paid tribute to Von Hohenberg’s unique style of cataloguing popular culture. Many of who came to find themselves portrayed in his books and return to those moments illuminated by his photography, which has been featured in publications as wide ranging as Interview, Vanity Fair, The New York Times, Fortune, German and French Vogue, and German Rolling Stone.

“It was so great to see so many faces and friends after more than twenty and even thirty years! I relived so many moments and shared so many memories because of this opportunity. Thank you Jane, Susan and the Silver Fund for this opportunity,” said Baron von Hohenberg.

In addition to Jane Holzer and Susan Lloyd, the eclectic roster of collectors, artists, gallery owners, Broadway producers and members of Royal families included Earle Mack, Terry Allen Kramer, Carlos Morrison, John Loring, Felicia Taylor, Mai Harrison, Fran Weisler, Elizabeth Thompson, Fran Weisler, Countess Diane de la Begassiere, Princess Maria Pia de Bourbon-Parme, Karin Luter, Talbott Maxey, Matthew Eames, Baroness von Oppenheim, Kenneth Walker, Felicia Taylor, Mark Goldschmidt and Jim Pappas.

The Silver Fund Team

Michael James and Jason Laskey from The Silver Fund spared no expense, inviting popular vocalist Racquel Williams to perform during the reception. Chris Nolan, of Spirit of the Tsars, offered guests complimentary tastings of his rare ultra-premium Golden sipping vodka.

In his book, Another Planet: New York Portraits 1976 – 1996 Von Hohenberg lived and photographed when the giants of fashion, art and society rubbed elbows with drag queens and addicts in clubs like the legendary Studio 54. The book contains portraits of personalities like Allen Ginsberg, Julian Schnabel, Cornelia Guest, and Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., to name just a few.

In Andy Warhol: The Day the Factory Died, Christophe documented Andy Warhol’s Memorial Service at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on April 1, 1987. His photos from that day, stand as a time capsule published to mark the twentieth anniversary of Andy Warhol’s death.

Click here to view more pictures of the fun filled recption on Altima Gallery

Click here to view all the pictures captured by Patrick McMullan

12 March 2016/by

Blog, Philanthropic, Sports

PRESIDENT JOHN F. KENNEDY GOLF CLUB TO BE AUCTIONED BY “MR. PETERMAN” TO BENEFIT THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

The American Cancer Society Island of Palm Beach Unit announced that John O’Hurley, best known as J. Peterman on Seinfeld, will be the host of the 48th Annual 19th Hole Club on March 21 and will perform his one-man show A Man with Standards to benefit the organization on March 20. O’Hurley, the multi-talented star of stage and screen, will be performing his show one night only at The Colony in Palm Beach on March 21 at 6:00pm exclusively to benefit the American Cancer Society.

In a case of life imitating art imitating life, “Mr. Peterman” (portrayed by actor John O’Hurley) will be conducting the auction of one of President John F. Kennedy’s golf clubs to benefit the American Cancer Society on March 21, 2016 at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Fans of the NBC hit Seinfeld may recall the 1996 episode where the character “Elaine” bids on President John F. Kennedy’s golf clubs at the Sotheby’s auction for her boss “Mr. Peterman.” Fast forward to the American Cancer Society’s 48^th Annual 19^th Hole Club presented by the Addison Hines Charitable Trust where, in a twist of fate, “Mr. Peterman” will play auctioneer and will be offering JFK’s MacGregor wedge golf club to the highest bidder. Making its highly anticipated debut at Trump International Golf Club, the annual 19th Hole Club event will take place on Monday, March 21, 2016, 5:30pm – 8:30pm.

In keeping with tradition of the 19th Hole Club, the early evening social event will include various golf challenges (longest drive, putting challenge, chipping contest) and will culminate at an Awards Reception with exquisite food stations on the Club terrace overlooking the magnificent 18th hole. Hosted for the past 47 years by numerous PGA TOUR pros, previous hosts include Lee Trevino, Raymond Floyd, Davis Love III, Ian Baker-Finch, and all-time golf great Jack Nicklaus, to mention a few.

The golf club to be auctioned is labeled “58 – “59, JFK Palm Beach (1-11-1968)” and will be on public display at the Golfino store at 150 Worth Avenue in Palm Beach March 12 – 20, 2016. The club is expected to be the highlight of the live auction at the event on March 21. Other auction items will include the opportunity to see O’Hurley as “Billy Flynn” in Broadway’s Chicago in Chicago, complete with dinner hosted by O’Hurley following the performance; a 2014 Ryder Cup pin flag signed by all 16 USA Team members including Vice Captain Raymond Floyd, Zach Johnson, Matt Kuchar, Hunter Mayhan, Phil Mickelson, Jordan Spieth, Jimmy Walker and Tom Watson the Captain of team.

In addition to hosting the 19^th Hole Club, O’Hurley will present his one-man show A Man With Standards at a one-night only performance to benefit the American Cancer Society on Sunday, March 20, 2016 at 6:30pm in The Royal Room Cabaret at The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida.

Has cancer invaded the life of someone close to you – a family member, friend or neighbor? If you’re ready to join the fight against cancer, save the dates and plan to attend this year’s 19th Hole Club event and exclusive John O’Hurley performance to support the American Cancer Society mission.

Tickets and sponsorships start at $350 and are available by calling Candi Spitz at 561.655.3449.

2 March 2016/by

Art and Design, Blog

HRH Prince Michel of Yugoslavia Invites You on a 3-Part Journey through His Camera Lens

HRH Prince Michel of Yugoslavia is the grandson of the last King of Italy and of the last Regent of Yugoslavia. He was born in Boulogne-Billancourt, educated in Gstaad, Switzerland at Ecole Marie-José, one of the most prestigious boarding schools in the world, and has lived in Palm Beach, Florida as a real estate broker for Sotheby’s International Realty. He currently resides in Geneva, Switzerland and works at Diligence as a Senior Advisor. One could say the Prince has lived a colorful life with his background. HRH invites you to join him on a 3-part journey which reveals the Prince’s family memories and inspirations through his camera lens. This Spring, His Royal Highness Prince Michel of Yugoslavia will share personal photographs of his ancestral roots during an exclusive showing at ArtDynasty Gallery at 23 Grand Rue, Geneva.

Above: The first exclusive interview in French on Swiss Dragons’ Blog: ‘’Le Prince Michel de Yougoslavie nous accueille chez lui afin de partager sa passion pour la photographie et la source de son inspiration.’’ (“Prince Michel of Yugoslavia welcomes us to his home to share his passion for photography and the source of his inspiration.”)