Wellington Quarterly Magazine
Celebrating the art of living beautifully
\ Travel \
Flights of fancy at The Breakers
FROM PARK LANE TO PRIVATE PLANES, THE MAVERICK ENTREPRENEUR IS REDEFINING HOW THE WORLD’S ELITE BUY THEIR WINGS
Chic Carry-Ons & Suitcases Worth Running Away With
\ Style \
Aye Aye Captain!
What chic women equestrians Are Wearing Now
"The thing about a tuxedo is that it is virile and feminine at the same time." —Catherine Deneuve
\ Food \
There’s something undeniably charming and theatrical about a bar cart. Once a mid-century mainstay in smoky lounges and Mad Men sets, the drinks trolley has rolled back into favor as one of the most stylish home accessories of the decade. But its resurgence isn’t merely nostalgic. It’s the product of shifting social habits, design evolution, and the way we gather today. One of the biggest forces behind the bar cart’s comeback is our renewed focus on entertaining at home. With hybrid work, changing social norms, and the aftereffects of pandemic life, the home has become a social hub again, becoming part lounge, part office and part retreat. The bar cart offers flexibility: a mobile “mini bar” that can glide from living room to terrace, dining area to patio. It brings the spirit of a cocktail lounge into your own space, even for a quiet night in. Market research backs up what Instagram interiors already tell us: bar carts are booming. Analysts project steady global growth, fueled by consumer demand for furniture that blends beauty and function. Manufacturers are responding with multi-tier designs, modular attachments, and customizable finishes to fit every taste and footprint from slim, minimalist carts for city apartments to statement-making trolleys for larger homes. What makes the bar cart so irresistible is its dual purpose. It’s both a decorative object and a working station. Today’s homeowners expect more than good looks, they want pieces that earn their place. The bar cart delivers as it serves as a stage for glassware, bottles, shakers, coffee table books, and even greenery, while remaining ready for service when happy hour calls. Designers are embracing the format with creativity: sleek brass frames, mirrored shelves, acrylic tiers, and wood-metal hybrids that bridge eras. The modern cart can be as understated as a minimalist steel frame or as glamorous as a polished Art Deco display, complete with gleaming casters and leather handles. The best bar carts balance elegance with ease. A few heavy crystal glasses, a sculptural decanter, a bottle of small batch whisky or an old-world cognac, perhaps a sprig of rosemary casually placed as if it wandered in on its own. It’s the world of “quiet luxury” distilled into one rolling statement piece: polished, intentional, and effortlessly chic. In the office, a bar cart is even more of a power move. It softens hard edges, invites conversation, and elevates the mood from “meeting” to “moment.” It tells clients and colleagues that you’re someone who handles business with taste, perhaps someone who works late into the night, someone who appreciates ritual and who values the slow pour after a fast-paced day. At home, it becomes a stage for your personal aesthetic: the mirrored cart for the modernist, the brass-and-walnut version for the traditionalist, or the minimalist Lucite one for the “Palm Beach-meets-Milan” crowd. Styled properly, it doubles as décor even when untouched. Social media has turned the bar cart into a design celebrity. On Instagram and TikTok, a perfectly arranged cart, complete with curated bottles, artisanal mixers, and sculptural glassware, making it a lifestyle statement. It’s décor that photographs beautifully and evolves easily. Swap out botanicals for citrus in summer, or candles for cut crystal in winter, and the look refreshes instantly. According to Better Homes & Gardens , retro silhouettes and metallic finishes are surging in popularity, while Restaurant Development and Design magazine notes a hospitality trend toward “nostalgic but elevated” spaces with rich textures, sculptural forms, and warm lighting and the bar cart embodies that blend: a nod to mid-century glamour, reborn for the modern home. The appeal of the bar cart extends beyond its purpose. It’s a symbol of hospitality and style, a small canvas for self-expression that can adapt with the times. Whether you’re mixing martinis, mocktails, or macchiatos, one truth remains: the bar cart is less about what’s on it, and more about the lifestyle it evokes. Mateo Ríos writes about beautiful homes, eccentric collectors, the allure of good taste and is a homemade martini connoisseur.
Dinner, from the other side of the bridle
In the vibrant heart of West Palm Beach, Table 26 Palm Beach has become more than a restaurant; it’s a neighborhood institution. Beloved by locals and visitors alike, this stylish yet unpretentious gem blends globally inspired cuisine with the warmth of Southern hospitality. Helmed by owners Eddie Schmidt and Ozzie Medeiros, alongside Executive Chef Martha Encarnación, Table 26 is a place where food, family, and community all find a seat at the table. The name Table 26 carries a special resonance; it reflects the latitude of Palm Beach itself. For Schmidt and Medeiros, it was the perfect way to root the restaurant in the community from its very beginning. Since opening its doors, the restaurant has remained true to that vision: a dining room that feels at once local and global, sophisticated yet welcoming. Few moments define the character of Table 26 more than the pandemic. As restaurants everywhere faced uncertainty, the Palm Beach community rallied around its beloved neighborhood spot. Guests placed to-go orders, supported the gift card bond program, and tipped staff with extraordinary generosity. For the team, it was overwhelming and humbling—proof of what it means to be a true neighborhood restaurant. In the vibrant heart of West Palm Beach, Table 26 the perfect way to root the restaurant in the community from Palm Beach has become more than a restaurant; it’s a neighborhood institution. Beloved by locals and visitors alike, this stylish yet unpretentious gem blends globally inspired cuisine with the warmth of Southern hospitality. Helmed by owners Eddie Schmidt and Ozzie Medeiros, alongside Executive Chef Martha Encarnación, Table 26 is a place where food, family, and community all find a seat at the table. The name Table 26 carries a special resonance; it reflects the latitude of Palm Beach itself. For Schmidt and Medeiros, it was its very beginning. Since opening its doors, the restaurant has remained true to that vision: a dining room that feels at once local and global, sophisticated yet welcoming. Few moments define the character of Table 26 more than the pandemic. As restaurants everywhere faced uncertainty, the Palm Beach community rallied around its beloved neighborhood spot. Guests placed to-go orders, supported the gift card bond program, and tipped staff with extraordinary generosity. For the team, it was overwhelming and humbling—proof of what it means to be a true neighborhood restaurant. Chef Encarnación’s menu is a passport of flavors, blending local ingredients with international inspiration. One of her most talked-about creations—the chicken curry with mango chutney, served with jasmine rice—captures her fearless approach. The balance of spice and sweetness surprised many, but quickly became a guest favorite. For first-time diners, the team recommends beginning with the delicate Squash Blossoms, moving on to the Horseradish Crusted Salmon—a signature since day one—and ending with the indulgent Warm Bread Pudding. Paired with the refreshing Signature North Martini, a grapefruit-based cocktail that embodies the breezy spirit of Palm Beach, it’s the quintessential Table 26 experience. The story of Table 26 extends far beyond the kitchen. The team’s philosophy has always been to “pay it forward,” and over the years, they’ve partnered with organizations including the Palm Beach Zoo, Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Kravis Center, Hanley Foundation, and Compass. Their role, they believe, is to be part of a larger ecosystem—using their success to support the community that supports them. On a bustling Saturday night, the atmosphere at Table 26 feels almost theatrical. The owners liken it to a Broadway show: the curtain rises at 4:00 PM, and from then on, it’s lights, camera, action. From the first cocktail shaken to the last dessert plated, the energy in the dining room is electric—every guest is treated like family. That family spirit extends behind the scenes as well. During the holidays, Schmidt cooks the staff a homemade Italian feast of baked ziti, peppers, onions, and garlic bread, gathering the team around a table of their own. Every performance deserves a grand finale, and at Table 26, it comes in the form of dessert. Pastry Chef Rocio crafts every sweet indulgence in-house, from the beloved Warm Bread Pudding to the decadent Bourbon Walnut Brownie. It’s a detail many guests are surprised to learn, but one that reflects the restaurant’s commitment to craft, care, and consistency in every dish. Ultimately, what makes Table 26 a Palm Beach favorite is not just the food, but the feeling. It’s the laughter around a table, the generosity of neighbors, the joy of a shared meal. “Food is the vehicle,” Schmidt says, “but community is the purpose. Palm Beach embraced us from the beginning, and every day we try to embrace it right back.” At Table 26, dinner is never just dinner—it’s an experience, a celebration, and a reminder that the best meals are those shared. www.table26palmbeach.com
\ Design \
A Saltbox Dream on Gardiners Bay
Annie Santulli’s Stunning Palm Beach Project
The Art of Kligerman Architecture & Design
\ Wellness \
Meet the Husband-Wife Duo Behind Liquivida Wellington
Bobbi Brown’s Beautiful Second Act Bobbi Brown’s Beautiful Second Act
We can be obsessed with optimization—of our bodies, minds, and even Monday mornings—so it’s no surprise that health tracking has become both high-tech and high fashion. Today’s wellness wearables do more than just count your steps; they offer real-time biometrics, sleep analysis worthy of a lab study, and actionable insights that could rival your physician’s advice. And they do it all while doubling as jewelry, status symbols, or at the very least, conversation starters in the Pilates studio. Let’s take a look at the health trackers currently dominating wrists, fingers, and even shirt collars—combining beauty, brains, and biofeedback in ways that feel distinctly modern.
\ Drive \
Technology Meets High Fashion on Two Wheels
Iconic Design Meets First-Class Engineering
THE HELIFLITE WAY TO TRAVEL
