Well-traveled owners Sanjay Sood and Gregory Skory offer input on everything from the most perfect scent to the ideal gift to bring back to New England. Stella chose Creed's Spring Flowers. A trip to Delray Beach wouldn't be complete without a pilgrimage 30 miles south to Sawgrass Mills, with its more than 100 outlet stores. There are many fine restaurants on Atlantic Avenue, ranging from the elegant 32 East to the casual Goodness Gracious Cafe with its al fresco dining. Readers of South Florida magazine gave 32 East their vote for the best martini.
Locals also seem to feel it has the best upscale dining in the region.
We could understand why after sampling the creative contemporary American cuisine prepared by chef Wayne Alcadie. Next door, exceptional Japanese food is the fare at Yama. Koz, the sushi chef, creates the most colorful blend of the freshest fish available. The truly British Blue Anchor pub was rebuilt in Delray Beach after being taken apart on its original English site. Its authentic English pub menu and live band are a lot of fun.