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El Camino Brings Mexican Soul Food to Boca Raton's Restaurant Row

Get ready, Boca Raton! The much-anticipated El Camino is gearing up to make its grand debut in your city.

Set to open on December 15th, El Camino is not just a restaurant; it's a culinary experience that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican soul food to the heart of Boca Raton's Restaurant Row, located next to the Town Center mall.

Nestled at 5377 Town Center Road, Unit 100, El Camino Boca Raton is the latest addition to the Modern Restaurant Group family, joining its siblings in Delray Beach, West Palm Beach, and Fort Lauderdale. With its roots firmly planted in the hospitality history of Boca Raton, the opening of this location is a full-circle moment for founders Brandon Belluscio, Brian Albe, and Anthony Pizzo. This new venue promises to be the…

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Lotus Palm - Luxury Real Estate in Boca Raton, FL

The neighborhood of Lotus Palm in Boca Raton, Florida, as described by Larry Mastropieri, a real estate broker and owner of The Mastropieri Group, is a testament to the robust real estate market in Palm Beach County.

Despite national and statewide trends, the county's allure keeps home prices at record highs, and Lotus Palm is a prime example of this phenomenon.

Located just north of Glades Road and west of the turnpike in West Boca Raton, Lotus Palm is a new community under construction by GL Homes. As of late November, almost every home in the community has been sold, with prices starting at $1.3 million. The neighborhood features 200 homes still under construction, expected to continue for another year or two.

GL Homes has…

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UrbanX Air to Launch Electric Commuter Flights in Miami, Revolutionizing Urban Mobility in South Florida

UrbanX Air is set to revolutionize urban commuting in Miami with its plan to introduce Urban Air Mobility (UAM) through electric commuter flights across South Florida.

Slated to commence in 2026, this groundbreaking venture signals the beginning of a new era in electric air travel for the residents of South Florida. UrbanX Air is collaborating with state officials and key partners in infrastructure, energy, and technology to lay the groundwork for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft operations. These flights are poised to offer a solution to short-distance travel challenges, bypassing traffic and reducing travel times, while providing a safer, more efficient, and environmentally-friendly transportation alternative.

In a significant…

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Jeff Bezos' Super Yacht Arrives in Port Everglades: Signaling a New Era for the Billionaire and Amazon in Florida

The billionaire founder of Amazon, Jeff Bezos, has made a grand entrance into Florida's waters with his colossal 417-foot sailing yacht, Koru, docking at Port Everglades. This move comes just weeks after Bezos announced his relocation back to Florida, marking a significant shift from his nearly three-decade residency in Seattle.

The arrival of Bezos' yacht isn't just a display of luxury but a signal of the tech mogul's growing interest in the Sunshine State. The Koru, recognized by Boat International as the world’s largest sailing yacht, is a testament to engineering and luxury, reportedly costing around $500 million to build.

Bezos' connection to Florida is deepening on multiple fronts. Nearly three years after stepping down as the CEO of…

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Ken Griffin's Decade-Long Quest to Build a Mega-Mansion in Palm Beach's Billionaire's Row

Over the past ten years, Ken Griffin, the billionaire CEO of Citadel, has been strategically acquiring land on Palm Beach's exclusive "Billionaire's Row" along South Ocean Boulevard, a stone's throw from Mar-a-Lago. His grand plan? To construct what could be the world's most extravagant home - a home that, ironically, might face the threat of sea-level rise.

In 2022, the Architectural Board greenlit Griffin's ambitious project for a new "house" - reportedly a palatial estate for his mother. This sprawling 50,000-square-foot mansion, poised to sit on an eight-acre plot on the northern side of his property, is designed around a massive pool, with additional guest quarters featuring a smaller pool. The architectural renderings depict a lengthy, tan…

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Fiolina: Chef Fabio Trabocchi's New Italian Culinary Haven Opens in Boca Raton

Boca Raton's culinary scene just got a significant upgrade with the opening of Fiolina, the latest masterpiece by renowned chef Fabio Trabocchi.

Debuting last Thursday as the inaugural restaurant on Restaurant Row in midtown Boca, Fiolina is set to become a new hotspot for Italian cuisine enthusiasts.

Fiolina is Chef Trabocchi's first venture outside Washington D.C., where his Michelin-starred restaurant, Fiola, has already made waves. This new Italian pasta house in Boca Raton promises to deliver the same level of exquisite detail, exceptional service, and culinary excellence that has become synonymous with Trabocchi's name.

The menu at Fiolina is a celebration of Italian flavors, ranging from Roman to Sicilian traditions. Guests can indulge in a…

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Reve Del Mizner: A Beacon of Luxury in Boca Raton Real Estate

In the ever-evolving landscape of Boca Raton real estate, a new luxury development, Reve Del Mizner, is making headlines and redefining upscale living in Downtown Boca Raton. This isn't just another high-end residential project; it's a unique and limited offering that stands out in the booming luxury market of Boca Raton.

Situated at the coveted southeast corner of Boca Raton Road and Mizner Boulevard, Reve Del Mizner is a testament to luxury and exclusivity. This development comprises just five mega-luxury 3-story townhomes, each sprawling over four thousand square feet, signifying a new era in the Boca Raton real estate market. The strategic location places residents at the heart of Boca Raton's vibrant lifestyle, right next to Royal Park Plaza…

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Boca Center | Boca Raton Residential Development | Discover South Florida

In a comprehensive video presentation, Larry Mastropieri, a real estate broker and owner of The Mastropieri Group based in South Florida, discusses the dynamic landscape of residential development in Boca Raton.

The video starts with Larry emphasizing the remarkable growth in Boca Raton's residential sector, including diverse projects like luxury condos, apartment buildings, single-family home communities, and custom spec builds. He notes the visible transformation of the area, particularly in 2023. Larry introduces a new proposal from Macquarie Capital, a New York-based firm, planning a 300-unit apartment complex named Boca Center. Located west of I-95 near the town center mall, this project entails a six-story building spanning 365,000 square…

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