A restaurant long familiar to northern Palm Beach County families is poised to take over the now-empty breakfast-and-lunch spot at Carlin Park in Jupiter.

The Dune Dog Cafe will open its fourth location at the site long occupied by Duke’s Lazy Loggerhead Cafe under a plan which Palm Beach County commissioners will consider Tuesday.

Lazy Loggerhead closed in August 2022 after 25 years of serving waffles, pancakes, burgers and BLTs to beachgoers at the Jupiter park. It was a favorite of those who lived between the Jupiter Inlet and the Juno Beach Pier.

The original Dune Dog opened in 1994 on Alternate A1A in Jupiter, and the restaurant now also has locations in Stuart and Cocoa Beach. It is known for its combo platters, fish sandwiches, seafood…

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Freeport Equity bought a pair of Montessori schools in Jupiter for a combined $12.9 million. 

The Boston-based firm bought two Turtle River Montessori schools, at 740 West Indiantown Road and 926 Maplewood Drive, in separate deals from Rohit and Bharati Dandiya, according to records and real estate database Vizzda. Freeport took out an $8.4 million cross-collateralized loan from Amerant Bank. 

Completed in 1997, the school on Indiantown Road consists of a one-story, 11,000-square-foot building on 1.2 acres, Vizzda records show. It offers programs for children from 18 months to kindergarten. Freeport paid $4.3 million for the property. 

The school on Maplewood Drive, completed in 2009, consists of a two-story, 19,400-square-foot building on 1.8…

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Palm Beach County is not just a haven for beach lovers; it's also a paradise for plant-based food enthusiasts. From vibrant vegan cafes to upscale vegetarian bistros, Palm Beach County boasts a diverse culinary scene that caters to every herbivore's delight. In this blog, we'll explore some of the most popular vegan and vegetarian restaurants in the county, where innovative flavors and eco-conscious dining collide.

Darbster

8020 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach

Why It's Worth a Visit: Darbster is an oasis for vegans, offering a delectable menu with a view. With dishes like the raw ‘bacon’ cheeze burger and mushroom sliders, Darbster redefines vegan dining with creativity. The serene waterfront ambiance creates a unique dining experience perfect for a…

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