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NEW LOCATIONS OF ESTEEMED             AFTER-AUCTION
                      RESTAURANTS SERVE UP A GREAT DINING
                                  EXPERIENCE IN PALM BEACH               EATERIES



                                                                         It’s been three years since Barrett-Jackson
                                                                         was able to hold an event in Palm Beach,
                                                                         and since then, dozens of celebrated
                                                                         eateries have opened or will soon be
                                                                         opening locations in Palm Beach County.
                                                                         They provide the perfect spot to celebrate
                                                                         your bidding success or to simply unwind
                                                                         and enjoy a delectable meal after an exciting
                                                                         day of auction action.

                                                                         “Palm Beach has the right balance of a
                                                                         classic yet relaxed vibe. People want to live
                                                                         here, and everyone wants to visit. We’re so
                                                                         happy to be part of this community,” says
                                                                         Ed Carter, operating partner of La Goulue.
                                                                         The bistro by famed restaurateur Jean C.
                                                                         Denoyer transported its French cuisine to
                                                                         the South Florida shores in late 2020 and
                                                                         has since been labeled one of the hottest
                                                                         restaurants in town.

                                                                         A few months later, the Palm Beach outpost
                                                                         of chef Philippe Delgrange’s iconic French
                                                                         boîte, Le Bilboquet, opened to great fanfare.
                                                                         “Palm Beach is one of the most enchanting
                                                                         towns. Some of the best restaurants in the
                                                                         country have found second homes here,”
                                                                         says Dobi Trendafilova, managing partner
                                                                         of Le Bilboquet Palm Beach.
                                                                         Whether you’re a Florida resident or visiting
                With its pristine beaches, warm ocean breezes and endless blue   Palm Beach for the 2022 auction, you’re
                                                                         certain to find something to please your
                 skies, South Florida has long attracted those seeking a change   palate, from traditional French fine dining
                from winter weather. Palm Beach, in particular, has held special   to chic al fresco fare.
                                                                         ALMOND: With locations in New York and
                       allure for travelers since the town was founded in 1911.
                                                                         nearby Bridgehampton, this rustic French
                                                                         bistro opened in Palm Beach in early 2020.
                                                                         The decor pays homage to the eatery’s Long
                                                                         Island space, including the famous red
                                                                         Scalamandre zebra wallpaper, and executive
                                                                         chef Jason Weiner’s casually elegant menu
                                                                         features market-fresh ingredients. Classic
                                                                         dishes include steamed black mussels,



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