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September Artists & Chefs

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ANNY STERN

Jewelry Designer

Anny Stern grew surrounded by the beauty and vast variety of semi-precious stones and they always fascinated her with their wonderful colors and energy.

The first piece Anny remembers designing was when she was around eight years old. Her grandparents had a tremendous influence in this process. She still remembers that day, one of the many very special afternoons at her grandparent’s house; her grandmother looked at her and said: “see this crystal necklace and the pearls I have aside? I want you to take this necklace apart and redesign it, putting the pearls into it and creating a new piece.” Anny answered: “I do not know how to do it”, her grandma ignored her answer and said: “Yes you do, I know you do! Sit down and we will make it happen.”

The seed of ANNY STERN™ Fashion Jewelry was planted on that day and germinated in 2001 as a result of the fusion of a professional background in business and a gifted talent for jewelry design when, during a day of fun, Anny “magically” found herself at Saks Fifth Avenue at Worth Avenue in Palm Beach – Florida negotiating an event with the store jewelry manager who admired her necklace.

Whenever someone asks Anny Stern about how she got into the jewelry business, she has only one explanation to give. “It’s a gift, everybody has a gift in life, and I call this a gift. I don’t have a lot of explanation, it just happens.” And lest her creativity be compromised, she readily admits that business is part of her, too.  With her creative juices flowing and her business acumen, Anny Stern has built a viable, successful business career with her “gift.”

ANNY STERN™ Fashion Jewelry is these days showcased at prestigious locations and very high end boutiques.Anny Stern creates every single piece as part of herself; she infuses them with feelings, personality, and good energy. She designs her pieces wishing that customers will enjoy wearing her jewelry as much as she enjoys making them.

The stones are chosen with love; Anny Stern can feel that the stones talk to her like they know what they want to be. This can sound a little strange but it is the way she creates her designs, she looks at the stones, and if they “connect” then she will move forward with the creation process…it is like a love relationship. For this reason, she definitely believes all pieces are infused with good vibes.

Anny personally thinks it is all about the details, so every piece is meticulously designed and examined paying attention to that. ANNY STERN™ jewelry is designed with semi-precious stones and precious metals including sterling silver and 18k gold plated. Quality is a must on every single piece she designs, Anny loves paying attention to details, the little things that make the final piece unique.

Fore & Aft Food at Montage Palmetto Bluff

CHEF EMMANUEL GUTIERREZ

Chef de Cuisine of Octagon, Montage Palmetto Bluff

Emmanuel Gutiérrez is a distinguished chef with over a decade of experience in the hospitality and resort industry. His journey has seen him excel at three renowned Montage properties—Los Cabos, Healdsburg, and now Palmetto Bluff—reflecting his deep commitment to the art of gastronomy and his Hispanic heritage.

Gutiérrez’s mission is to craft unforgettable dining experiences for the guests of Montage Palmetto Bluff. As Chef de Cuisine of Octagon, as well as overseeing Fore & Aft, he leads a skilled team of culinary professionals. Infusing his work with creativity and passion, Gutiérrez designs innovative and personalized menus that celebrate both local flavors and the rich culinary traditions of his Hispanic heritage. His aspiration is to continue evolving as a chef and leader, significantly contributing to the success of Montage Palmetto Bluff.

Carreta de Oro Owners

CARRETA DE ORO

Carreta De Oro is a community-crafted artisanal tequila made from the finest 100% blue agave, grown in the heart of Jalisco, Mexico. This exceptional tequila is the result of three generations of expertise from Agave farmers. Destiladora Juanacatlán, the distillery behind Carreta De Oro, has set a new standard for tequila, producing what many consider the finest Mexico has ever exported.

Located in the heart of Jalisco, Destiladora Juanacatlán was founded in 2004 by a collective of 40 dedicated agave farmers. United by their passion for premium tequila, they established this 100% Mexican-owned company with a commitment to additive-free, high-quality products under the brand name “Carreta De Oro.”

Crafted from blue agave grown in the fertile midlands at the base of the volcanoes, Carreta De Oro boasts remarkable flavor and sipping qualities. With an entrepreneurial vision that began 18 years ago, Destiladora Juanacatlán has perfected a six-step, additive-free process to produce artisanal tequila. Every batch starts with blue agave from 80 local farmers, all grown according to strict Mexican standards and processed without chemicals or fertilizers.