SOUTH FLORIDA NEWS - Palm Beach

Palm Beach Real Estate Steals the Show in Netflix’s ‘Members Only’

Netflix's captivating new reality series, Members Only: Palm Beach, delivers an exclusive glimpse into the lavish lifestyles, intricate social hierarchies, and high-stakes drama of Florida's most affluent enclave. This eight-episode docu-series premieres globally on Netflix on December 29, venturing behind the gates of Palm Beach County's private clubs and elite circles.

The show spotlights five influential women, Hilary Musser (a self-made real estate developer), Taja Abitbol, Rosalyn Yellin, Ro-mina Ustayev, and Maria Cozamanis, as they maneuver through charity galas, luxurious couture, friendships, rivalries, and the ever-shifting power dynamics where status reigns supreme.

Viewers can expect over-the-top opulence, including stunning oceanfront…

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Mamdani’s Win Fuels Palm Beach Luxury Real Estate Surge

The market just recorded its strongest contract week since August, with 29 high-end properties going under contract between November 10 and November 16. The Palm Beach luxury real estate market saw $235 million in asking volume during that period, a sharp jump from the previous week’s $67.7 million across just 10 contracts. The surge closely followed New York City’s election of Zohran Mamdani as mayor, a shift that’s prompting many wealthy buyers to explore options in South Florida.

Inside the Palm Beach Luxury Real Estate Market Surge After Mamdani’s Win

New Yorkers are taking notice of Mamdani’s progressive policies, which include a multi-year rent freeze and a 2% millionaire tax. High-income residents, especially those earning over $1 million…

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Billionaire William Lauder Secures Buyer for Record-Breaking Palm Beach Lots

A major real estate deal is under way in Palm Beach County, with a buyer lined up for billionaire William Lauder's 2.3-acre oceanfront estate, listed at $177.8 million. If it closes for that price, the sale would break the record for one of the costliest residential transactions in Florida.

Potential Record Setting Sale in Palm Beach

According to The Real Deal, billionaire William Lauder has found a buyer for his oceanfront property, which could set a new Florida residential record. The sale of Lauder's oceanfront land would eclipse the $173 million that billionaire Larry Ellison paid for a 16-acre estate in Manalapan in 2022. The sale would also top the $170 million that Michael Cantanucci paid for a mansion in Palm Beach in 2023, currently the…

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Tommy Hilfiger Reduces Price on Palm Beach Lakefront Property to $35.9 Million

Fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger, alongside his wife Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger, also a fashion designer, have relisted one of their two Palm Beach houses, this time at a more tempting price of $35.9 million. This new listing price is a notable $2 million reduction from its previous asking price last season.

The lakefront property, located at 313 Dunbar Road, is a stunning example of Mediterranean-style architecture. It initially hit the market in September 2022 with a price tag of $39.7 million. After some time, the price was reduced by $1.8 million, bringing it to $37.9 million before the property took a break from the market in early June.

The Hilfigers purchased this luxurious residence for a recorded $21 million in May 2021 through their ownership…

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Tutto Mare: Mediterranean Elegance Set To Arrive at the Iconic Royal Poinciana Plaza in Palm Beach

The iconic Royal Poinciana Plaza will soon host the inaugural Florida venture of the Tutto il Giorno restaurant group - Tutto Mare, a Mediterranean-style concept. This establishment will be Palm Beach's premier intracoastal waterfront restaurant, with the capacity to seat 200 diners.

"When I first stood in the historic playhouse restaurant and looked out over the water, I knew we needed the world’s best Mediterranean restaurant to open its doors and spill onto the deck with the sun setting behind it," says Samantha David, president of WS Development, owners of Royal Poinciana Plaza. "Tutto Mare brings something special and new to the island, and we believe it will become an iconic destination for many generations to come."

The restaurant represents…

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Buccan: A Culinary Jewel in Palm Beach Shines on OpenTable's 'Top 100' List

Buccan, a trailblazing eatery in Palm Beach County, has once again garnered national recognition by securing a place on OpenTable's prestigious "Top 100 Restaurants" in the United States. Since its inception in 2011, Buccan has been redefining dining in Palm Beach, led by the culinary prowess of Chef Clay Conley.

This year, Buccan stands out as one of only seven Florida restaurants to be featured on the list, which was announced on November 14. This is not Buccan's first appearance on the list, having previously been recognized in 2019.

Sam Slattery and Piper Quinn, Conley's partners at Ember Group, share their pride in this achievement. "Being on this list is particularly meaningful as it reflects the opinions and ratings of our diners. Despite the…

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