Mary Murray

West Palm Beach

Executive Editor at Palm Beach Illustrated Magazine

Executive Editor at Aventura Magazine

Executive Editor at Naples Illustrated

Writer and/or Editor. Artsy Fartsy. Bibliophile. Theater-Goer. (Vinyl) Record Holder. Tweets are my own.

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Articles

Week of Eats in the Palm Beaches

3 weeks ago | palmbeachillustrated.com | Mary Murray

SundayNoonLobsta Disco Brunch, Pink Steak, West Palm BeachWhether you prefer to start your week with a sleep-in, a church service, or a walk on the beach, Pink Steak is at the ready to fill you up with great food and good vibes after your morning routine. Available every Sunday from noon to 3 p.m., the Lobsta Disco Brunch features a live DJ, cocktails, Champagne, and a trio of Maine lobster entrées all priced at $39.
Five New Southern Cookbooks

4 weeks ago | palmbeachillustrated.com | Mary Murray

The warning of “too many cooks in the kitchen” does not apply to When Southern Women Cook: History, Lore, and 300 Recipes with Contributions from 70 Women Writers (America’s Test Kitchen, $40). Clocking in at more than 500 pages, this compendium of recipes and expert insight touches upon all things Southern food—from Edna Lewis’ unbeatable biscuit wisdom to the glory that is a Waffle House breakfast. Southern cuisine is not just for carnivores.
Two New Grocery Stores to Visit Now

1 month ago | palmbeachillustrated.com | Mary Murray

Since opening in late November, the Publix inside the Courtyard Shops at Wellington has gone viral for its vast array of premium offerings and has even earned a nickname: Clublix. In addition to the requisite grocery departments, the 58,834-square-foot location boasts a Pours area with freshly roasted coffee plus wine, beer, and kombucha on tap and a selection of acai bowls and smoothies.
Q&A with Bourbon Steak’s Michael Mina

1 month ago | palmbeachillustrated.com | Mary Murray

In March, acclaimed chef Michael Mina opened the newest location of his steak house concept, Bourbon Steak, inside The Seagate Hotel in Delray Beach. Born in Egypt but raised in Washington state, Mina’s personal biography can be felt in the bold, balanced food he has crafted across his career and in his new cookbook, My Egypt: Cooking from My Roots. PBI recently spoke with the James Beard Award winner about his background and vision. PBI: What are some of your earliest memories of cooking?
Stage Kitchen & Bar Debuts in Boca Raton

1 month ago | palmbeachillustrated.com | Mary Murray

Chef Pushkar Marathe and his business partner, Andy Dugard, have expanded their Flavor Builders culinary empire to South County.
A Glimpse of "George Harrison: A Gardener’s Life"

1 month ago | naplesillustrated.com | Mary Murray

While the late George Harrison is best remembered as the lead guitarist of The Beatles and a gifted solo artist, there was another passion that deeply resonated with him—gardening. This love is at the heart of “George Harrison: A Gardener’s Life,” on display at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens’ Downtown Sarasota campus through June 29.
A Glimpse of "George Harrison: A Gardener’s Life"

1 month ago | palmbeachillustrated.com | Mary Murray

While the late George Harrison is best remembered as the lead guitarist of The Beatles and a gifted solo artist, there was another passion that deeply resonated with him—gardening. This love is at the heart of “George Harrison: A Gardener’s Life,” on display at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens’ Downtown Sarasota campus through June 29.
Meet The Woman Behind The Stand

1 month ago | palmbeachillustrated.com | Mary Murray

Like many young people working in the food industry during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Keyla Prichard saw her hours cut in half. Blessed with an entrepreneurial spirit, the West Palm Beach native decided to bet on herself and launched The Stand. Initially, she operated as a mobile concessions business, selling lemonade, chips, hot dogs, and the like at local school football games. She quickly discovered that her lemonade was a crowd favorite and began focusing on beverages.
Oceano Debuts in Lake Worth Beach

2 months ago | palmbeachillustrated.com | Mary Murray

There was a lot to love about the original Oceano. Chefs Jeremy and Cindy Bearman debuted their seasonal scratch kitchen off Lantana’s Ocean Avenue in 2017—and gained a loyal following in short order. Housed in a former pizzeria, the intimate eatery featured a single wood-fire oven, two induction burners, and seating for just 40 (mostly outdoors). It took no reservations and was cash only. And yet, Oceano thrived, transforming from an in-the-know local gem into a nationally recognized restaurant.
Oceano Debuts in West Palm Beach

2 months ago | palmbeachillustrated.com | Mary Murray

There was a lot to love about the original Oceano. Chefs Jeremy and Cindy Bearman debuted their seasonal scratch kitchen off Lantana’s Ocean Avenue in 2017—and gained a loyal following in short order. Housed in a former pizzeria, the intimate eatery featured a single wood-fire oven, two induction burners, and seating for just 40 (mostly outdoors). It took no reservations and was cash only. And yet, Oceano thrived, transforming from an in-the-know local gem into a nationally recognized restaurant.