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2019 BEST of the BEST of Ponte Vedra

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THANK YOU FOR VOTING US THE BEST ORTHOPEDIC PRACTICE IN PONTE VEDRA! 2019 BEST of the BE of Ponte VedraST R PONTE VEDRA Not yourecor average newspaper, not your average reader p d o er nte ved rarecorder.com

CUTTING EDGE IN ORTHOPEDIC CARE

“Established in 2001, Southeast Orthopedic Specialists has grown to include fourteen fellowship-trained Orthopedic Specialists, one Pain Management Specialist, one Certified Chiropractor and one Certified Podiatrist. Our physicians are sub-specialty trained in Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine, Foot and Ankle, Hand, Wrist and Elbow, Trauma, Pain Management, Chiropractic Medicine, Spine and Non-Operative Sports Medicine and Spine. In addition, we offer ancillary services such as acupuncture, stem cell therapy and PRP therapy.

We have five state-of-the-art Northeast Florida locations, of which four have physical therapy departments. Our clinics are conveniently located near our exceptional affiliated hospitals: St. Vincent’s Medical Center Riverside, St. Vincent’s Medical Center Southside, St. Vincent’s Medical Center Clay County, Memorial Hospital, Orange Park Medical Center and UF Health North.

While the practice continues to evolve to serve the needs of Northeast Florida and South Georgia, we will continue to ensure our patients enjoy the very best in orthopedic care!”

Ponte Vedra Office: 232 Ponte Vedra Park Drive - Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 (904) 634-0640 • www.se-ortho.com

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FROM THE EDITOR knowing the title comes from the people who rely on your goods and services. It is a stamp of approval that recognizes your dedi- From its humble beginnings as little more than a local newsletter, cation and exceptionalism. the Ponte Vedra Recorder has morphed into a weekly community To the voters, thank you for the overwhelming participation. newspaper serving the Ponte Vedra area. To keep up with the times, A community only flourishes if individuals take an active role in the Recorder has changed through the years to engage readers and its growth and prosperity. By actively participating to name the advertisers alike. Most recently, readers had the chance to nominate best Ponte Vedra has to offer, voters were empowered to change and vote for the 2019 Best of the Best Ponte Vedra in the 32081 how residents and visitors view local businesses. and 32082 ZIP codes. Launched May 16, the contest is in recogni- In keeping with the changing landscape of media, the Record- tion of the newspaper’s 50th anniversary, which will be celebrated er has increased its digital footprint with more online posts and in November (#CheersTo50Years) a free Monday newsletter delivered to inboxes by request. This is in addition to Just like any other new initiative, the Recorder staff and leadership had no print products like the First Coast Register and special publications delivered idea what to expect. The response was overwhelming. Nearly 2,500 businesses throughout the year. and individuals were nominated by the May 31 deadline. Then the voting began. Thank you for making us a part of your community, for spending part of your Interest was high and consistent throughout the voting period from June 1 to day with our products and for trusting and relying on us. July 20 with more than 3,500 people casting votes. Throughout the year, rely on your Best of the Best Ponte Vedra winners to After all 45,280 votes were tallied, 189 entrants were victorious in more than provide the goods and services at the level you’ve come to expect. Remind 240 categories. them how much you value their presence in your community. The winners listed in this special section and the thousands more who were nominated reflect the true nature of what makes the area so special. It’s the Best Regards, people and businesses working together to elevate the entire community. To the winners, wear your Best of the Best Ponte Vedra badge with pride, Christine Rodenbaugh, Editor 18 BEST OF THE BEST Ponte Vedra Recorder · August 8, 2019

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Family Chiropractic Care in Ponte Vedra Beach & Nocatee Town Center would like to THANK YOU “Thank you to everyone who voted to for voting us 2019 name Ponte Vedra Wellness Center BEST of the BEST of Ponte Vedra Best Locally Owned Business. We Best of the Best PONTE VEDRA RNot yourecor average newspaper, not yourd averageer reader p ont om evedrarecorder.c have been at the Beach for over 15 of Ponte Vedra! years and in Nocatee for over three so Call Today for Your FREE Hearing Exam this recognition is very special to me & Experience the Reason we were voted the Best! and my team. We hope to see you soon Serving North Florida for Over 25 years at one of our of ces. Best wishes for your good health!” • Offering the Latest Technology Dr. Erika Hamer • Complimentary Hearing Consultations

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12409 Old Still Court 325 S. Roscoe Blvd. 548 Ponte Vedra Blvd. 275 N. Roscoe Blvd. 211 Colima Court 24294 Marsh Landing Parkway 621 Surf Spray Lane W. 252 Royal Tern Road 111 Abalone Lane 1033 Ponte Vedra Blvd. 709 Mill Trail Court 257 Charlemagne TM THANK YOU FOR 101 Royal Lagoon Court 170 Veracruz Court 4707 Cattail Lagoon Way INERAL ITY 176 Twelve Oaks Lane 360 San Juan Drive 108 Dahlia Court 65 Jackson Avenue 331 Pablo Road 191 12th Street 8022 Pebble Creek Lane E. 1220 Salt Creek Island Drive 15 Maria Place 177 San Juan Drive VOTING4410 Goodby’s Hideaway US 837 Tournament Road 105-102 Cuello Court 541 Ponte Vedra Blvd. 657 Ponte Vedra Blvd. 2368 Foxhaven Drive E. 137 Solano Cay Circle 44 Valencia 541 Le Master Drive 7280 Oakmont Court 2485 South Ponte Vedra Blvd. 2019 422 Osprey Point 192 Islebrook 221 Colima Court 107 Whitefish Trail 24741 Harbour View Drive 1331 N. 1st St. EST of the BEST PONTE VEDRA’S B 8125 Seven Mile Drive 861 Shoreline Circle 16 Cove Road of Ponte Vedra 128 Nature’s Way 4906 Duck Creek Lane 24745 Harbour View Dr. PONTE VEDRA

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Anytime Fitness General Manager Scott Sacharski (from left), owners Deanna Yu (holding son Charlie) and Stephanie Boyer pose with the certificate awarding Anytime Fitness the Best New Business.

Dr. Shashidar Galipalli (Dr. G), of Forever Vets Animal Hospital, holds his Best of the Best Certificates. Dr. G was named Best Boss and Forever Vets Animal Hospital was voted the Best Place to Work and the Best Veterinarian Hospital.

Daniel Brauch (from left), Lisa Tromsdorff, Dr. Erika Hamer, owner of Ponte Vedra Wellness Center, Janine Parker and Dr. Casey Means pose with the certificate for being named the Best Locally Owned Business. Not surprisingly, golf was voted the Best Industry in Ponte Vedra. REALTOR TAKES 10 AWARDS Clare Berry of Berry & Co. Real Estate holds one of her 10 certificates for wins in the Best of the Best contest. Berry won best real estate agent and Berry, along with Berry & Co. Real Estate, also took home the award for Best Boutique Real Estate Firm, New Home Specialist, Condominium Real Estate Specialist, Eco-Friendly Realtor, Real Estate Agent, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Corporation, Golf Course Real Estate Specialist, Relocation Specialist and Waterfront Real Estate Specialist. The 10 wins were the most of the contest for any individual or business. Ponte Vedra Recorder · August 8, 2019 BEST OF THE BEST 25

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RNot yourecor average newspaper, not yourd averageer reader p ont om evedrarecorder.c Chocolatier Mexican Cantina Louie EAT & DRINK Peterbrooke Chocolatier Cocktail Pizza American Restaurant Medure Napoli’s Pastaria Coastal Wine Market & Tasting Room Coffee Shop Romantic Restaurant Restaurant Medure Starbucks Asian Salads Kamiya Country Club Dining Trasca & Co Eatery Ponte Vedra Inn & Club Bakery Sandwiches Le Macaron French Pastries Deli Sandwichman Deli Ponte Vedra Beach Publix Super Market at Sawgrass Village Bar Seafood Palm Valley Fish Camp Coastal Wine Market Family Restaurant & Tasting Room Barbara Jean’s On The Water Sports Bar Bogey Grille Barbeque Fast Food Valley Smoke Restaurant Trasca & Co Eatery Steak Ruth’s Chris Steak House Breakfast Frozen Yogurt Beach Diner Christy’s Dream Ice Cream Sushi Kamiya Brunch Grocery Store Beach Diner Ponte Vedra Beach Publix Super Market Sweet Tea Woody’s Bar-B-Q Burger at Sawgrass Village M Shack Nocatee Upscale Dining Happy Hour Restaurant Medure Butcher Coastal Wine Market New York Butcher Shoppe & Tasting Room Waterfront Dining Palm Valley Fish Camp Cake & Desserts Health Food Christy’s Dream Ice Cream Zoës Kitchen Wine list Coastal Wine Market Catering Ice Cream Store & Tasting Room Sawgrass Events Christy’s Dream Ice Cream (within Hilton Garden Inn) Wine Specialty Store Italian Coastal Wine Market Chef Poppy’s Italiano & Tasting Room Chef Jody Petronella (Coastal Wine Market Liquor Store Wings & Tasting Room) ABC Fine Wine & Spirits Bogey Grille Ponte Vedra Recorder · August 8, 2019 BEST OF THE BEST 27

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EDUCATION HOME & FINANCE Home Builder McGarvey Residential Coach Accounting Communities Sherri Anthony Pivot CPAs (Nease High School) Interior Decorating Company Apartment Complex Ponte Vedra Staging Daycare The Reserve at Nocatee The Goddard School Interior Design of Ponte Vedra Beach Bank Mineral City IBERIABANK Driving School Landscaping All Florida Safety Institute Boutique real estate firm Mulch & More Driving School Clare Berry, Berry & Co. Real Estate Military Relocation Specialist Music Lessons Cleaning Company (Residential) Wendy Patton The Cultural Center Five Star Chem-Dry (Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices at Ponte Vedra Beach Florida Network Realty) Preschool Commercial Real Estate Watson Realty Corp Ponte Vedra Mortgage Lender Christ Episcopal Preschool Teresa Hale, Private School Condominium Real Estate Specialist IBERIABANK Mortgage Christ Episcopal Preschool Clare Berry, Berry & Co. Real Estate Moving Company Public School Contractor / Remodeler Ponte Vedra Movers Ponte Vedra High School Dean Russell Construction Company New Home Construction Builder School Administrator Arthur Rutenberg Homes, Inc. Stephanie Massey (Christ Credit Union New Home Specialist Episcopal Church Preschool) VyStar Credit Union Clare Berry, Berry & Co. School Club Eco-friendly Realtor Real Estate IMPACT club Clare Berry, Berry & Co. Real Estate (Landrum Middle School) Painters Electric/Gas Providers Entire Home Services School Teacher AmeriGas Propane Joshua M. Heikens Pool Company (Landrum Middle School) Fence Company Pinch-A-Penny Pool Patio Spa Baby Fences By Pool Guard Specialty school Property Management The Cultural Center Financial Advisement Company at Ponte Vedra Beach Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Watson Realty Corp Ponte Vedra

Sports Team Garage Doors Real Estate Agent Nease girls basketball TriStar Garage Door Repair Co. Clare Berry, Berry & Co. Real Estate Tutoring Center Golf Course Real Estate Specialist Kumon Math and Reading Clare Berry, Berry & Co. Real Estate HOME & FINANCE continues on Page 36 Center of Ponte Vedra Ponte Vedra Recorder · August 8, 2019 BEST OF THE BEST 29

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Starling at Nocatee extends its sincere gratitude for being named the Best of the Best of Ponte Vedra in all four senior living categories — Best Retirement Community, Best Assisted Living, Best Memory Care and Best Senior Care. Located in the heart of Nocatee, Starling offers full- service independent living, assisted living and memory care lifestyles in an environment where residents benefit from personalized services and unparalleled amenities. “We’re so flattered to be recognized because it’s a testament to the service provided by our amazing team members,” Megan Kennedy, Starling’s vice president of operations, said. Starling at Nocatee was built in two phases on an expan- sive, lakefront site directly across from Nocatee’s central amenity center. The first phase, which opened in Decem- ber 2017, offers assisted living and memory care lifestyles while the second phase, scheduled to open next month, offers independent living. The campus features an array of amenities designed to be like a first-class resort. Its culinary program offers full-service dining services across multiple venues including formal dining rooms offering tableside service, causal Starling at Nocatee representatives Joe Gonzales (from left), Jully Blanco-Castro, Mary Dross RN, Sam Albrecht ,Mackenzie bistros, a full-service bar, private dining rooms, outdoor Mclntyre and Patti Schmitt hold up their four certificates for winning four categories, Best Retirement Community, Best Assisted Living, Best Memory Care and Best Senior Care, in the Recorder’s Best of the Best of Ponte Vedra contest. patio dining and even room service. Residents also enjoy access to a variety of wellness offerings including fitness tion, activities, wellness and care. Starling at Nocatee also across the street at Nocatee’s main amenity center. studios, exercise classes, professionally managed therapy boasts an array of outdoor amenities including a yoga lawn, “Our mission is to provide the finest professional services, salon-and-spas with nail bars and massage rooms resident gardening areas, pickleball court, putting green, service in an exceptional environment to ensure our and a wade-in, resort-style saltwater pool with scheduled bocce court, walking paths, water features and a play- residents experience an extraordinary lifestyle full of acquasize classes. ground for visiting grandchildren. Even more, residents unmatched convenience and vitality,” Kennedy said. “At Staff members provide personalized services including enjoy access to all of Nocatee’s amenities not the least of the end of the day, the greatest recognition we seek is full-service dining, maintenance, housekeeping, transporta- which are Splash Waterpark and Spray Park located directly from those we’re so humbled to serve.”

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Thank You, Ponte Vedra!

Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care lifestyles, Starling at Nocatee would like to extend its sincere gratitude for being voted this year’s “Best of the Best of Ponte Vedra” in all senior living categories.

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Jody Petronella (from left), Steve and Shaun Laurie and Iris Stellato hold six certificates awarded to Coastal Wine Market, which won for Best American Food, Best Bar, Best Chef (Petronella), Best Happy Hour, Best Wine Laura Howson, owner Mineral City, holds up the certificates Mineral City was List and Best Wine Specialty Store. awarded for winning Best Interior Design and Best Gift Store.

Representatives of Balanced Physician Care hold their Best of certificates for winning the categories of Best Acupuncture, Best Family Practice and Best Representatives of The Plantation at Ponte Vedra Beach pose with their certificates for winning Medical Center. the categories of Best Beach Club, Best Country Club, Best Golf Course and Best Tennis Facilities.

Sarah Merkling (from left), Mike Bryant, Melissa Hirneise, Vicki Lynn Marra, John Rutkowski, Ali Walker North Guana Outpost Owner Gail Ingalls and General Manager Lauren Boyd hold and Kelli Roberts represent Underwood’s Jewelers in Ponte Vedra, which was awarded Best Jeweler and the certificates awarded to the Outpost for Best Fishing Store, Best Surf Shop and Best Jewelry Store. Best Water Sports. Ponte Vedra Recorder · August 8, 2019 BEST OF THE BEST 33 THANK YOU TO MY CUSTOMERS THANK YOU PONTE VEDRA FOR VOTING US & BUSINESS PARTNERS FOR VOTING ME BEST OF THE BEST! BEST CHILDREN’S CLOTHING STORE!!

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We want to thank the Ponte Vedra/Nocatee Community for recognizing us as the Best of the Best Martial Arts School. We are humbled to be recognized and want to especially thank our members and students who bring life to the Academy. They are the soul of the school. We are proud and honored to have you with us. Many schools teach martial arts. We use martial arts to teach Life Skills such as perseverance, determination, respect, courage, discipline, honor, and loyalty. Whether it’s traditional martial arts or award-winning COBRA Self Defense training, Ponte Vedra Martial Arts Academy is ready to serve the Ponte Vedra/Nocatee community. PonteDENTAL GROUP Vedra BEST DENTIST J. William Bolton III, DDS Hi, my name is Dr. Will Bolton. On behalf of our team at Ponte Vedra Dental Group, I would like to thank all of our patients for 904-329-8087 their confidence in us 10860 US1 N. Unit 204-206 • Ponte Vedra, FL to care for their dental www.pakspontevedra.com health needs. We want you to know that we are overwhelmed with Donald A. Barnhorst Jr., MD | Jennifer L. Balo, OD gratitude that you THANK YOU FOR VOTING US BEST OPTOMETRIST! have voted us the Best Dentist/Cosmetic Dentist in Ponte Vedra! 2019 BEST of the BEST You all are the Best of the Best! of Ponte Vedra PONTE VEDRA

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THANK YOU to all who voted for Sawgrass Events!

Office Sawgrass 904.280.7395 Events Cell 904.226.2696 For your catering needs https://sawgrasseventspv.com/ THANK YOU for voting us BEST OF THE BEST OF PONTE VEDRA! You know us as Jacksonville’s preeminent tax and estate planning firm, but we are so GIVING much more. We welcome Casey Arnold as the newest member of our growing practice as we continue to care for our clients by LAWYERS providing a broad range of legal services.

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Real Estate Broker Dentistry/Cosmetic Dentistry Podiatrist Clare Berry, Berry & Co. J. William Bolton III – Smita Malhotra, DPM Real Estate Ponte Vedra Dental Group Psychiatrist Real Estate Closing Attorney Dermatologist The Retreat St. Johns Title Beaches Dermatology at Ponte Vedra Beach

Real Estate Corporation Family Practice Pyschologist Clare Berry, Berry & Co. Balanced Physician Care First Coast Therapy Group Inc. Real Estate Hearing Aid Center Urgent Care Ronald Renuart, DO Relocation Specialist Ponte Vedra Hearing Associates Clare Berry, Berry & Co. Laser/Skin Care Vein Specialists Real Estate Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery Ellison Vein Institute Roofing Company Center PROFESSIONALS Hagerty Construction Balanced Physician Care Aesthetician Senior Care Spa Starling at Nocatee Jennifer Summers Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery (Aesthetix Plus) Tax Preparation Obstetrics & Gynecology Daysi Jacobson Accounting Business Attorney Dr. Rebecca I. Moorhead, M.D. Suzanne W. Green Vacation Rental Company Optometrist Watson Realty Corp Ponte Vedra Certified Public Accountant Barnhorst Eye & Laser Center Pivot CPAs Waterfront Real Estate Specialist Orthodontist Civil Attorney Clare Berry, Berry & Co. Lazarra Orthodontics Philip W. Vineyard Real Estate Orthopedic Surgeon (Vineyard Legal Services) Wealth Management Southeast Orthopedic Counselor Morgan Stanley Specialists – Ponte Vedra Office ADVOS Legal Pediatrics MEDICAL Criminal Defense Attorney Bonnie K. White, M.D. (Ascension Malcolm Anthony, P.A. Group St. Vincent’s Pediatrics) Acupuncture Dental Hygienist Balanced Physician Care Pharmacy Kim Sears AA Pharmacy LLC Children’s Dentist Electrical Contractor Setzer, Cochran, Soares and Physical Therapist Lore Electrical Contractors Inc. Hubbard Pediatric Dentistry CORA Physical Therapy Sawgrass PROFESSIONALS continues on Page 48 Ponte Vedra Recorder · August 8, 2019 BEST OF THE BEST 37

Thank you for voting us BEST! Thank you for voting us best child care in Ponte Vedra! We love being a part of this community and encourage you to become part of our Primrose family.

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THANK YOU FOR VOTING US BEST ALL OF US AT BOGEY GRILLE WOULD LIKE TO GIVE A BIG NURSERY IN PONTE VEDRA! THANK YOU TO ALL OUR FANS WHO VOTED BOGEY’S BEST SPORTS BAR & BEST WINGS IN PONTE VEDRA BEACH

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Thank you for voting us Best of the Best The Law Office of INERAL ITYTM Suzanne Worrall Green, PA

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Oct 9 John Craig Private Reserve & Oct 16 MADE TO MEASURE Samuelsohn TRUNK SHOWS 10am-6pm Skip Gambert Custom Shirts 10am-6pm 40 BEST OF THE BEST Ponte Vedra Recorder · August 8, 2019 BEST OF THE BEST: MULTIPLE CATEGORY WINNERS

Kelly Ray, Director of Marketing for the PARC Group, displays the certificate awarded to Nocatee as the Best Community to Live in.

Brett Simon, president and co-founder of K9s for Warriors, and Elizabeth Reeger, coordina- tor volunteer, hold the certificates presented to K9s for Warriors, which was recognized as the Best Local Nonprofit and Best Place to Volunteer.

Lee Hovis, Nocatee Operations Manager, holds the certificate for the category of Best Place for Kids to Have Fun, which was awarded to Nocatee Splash Waterpark.

Vickie Cavey, club president, holds the certificates for the Rotary Club of Ponte Vedra Nocatee Community Manager David Ray holds the certificate for the category of Best Event, which Beach, which won Best Civic Club and its event “Mineral City Celebration presented by was awarded to the Nocatee Farmers Market. Rotary Club of Ponte Vedra Beach” also won. Ponte Vedra Recorder · August 8, 2019 BEST OF THE BEST 41 Thanks so much to all our loyal customers for your vote and support in making Hounds Hair the “Best of the Best!”

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OUR PEOPLE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE.

Thank you to the readers of the Ponte Vedra Recorder for voting Pivot CPAs the Best Accounting Firm at the Beach. While we agree, we’re only as good as the people who work here. We are proud to have some of the best talent in the market and we’re thrilled to share their talents with our clients. It’s one thing to be the largest CPA firm at the beach, but it’s far more important to be the very best. Thanks!

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We serve the beaches community with fresh, flavorful food Even though our food is served fast, everything is made from scratch!

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We are a loving community that includes and Christ Episcopal Church Preschool has been an welcomes everyone, at any point in life and from important part of childhoods in the heart of any background. Our life together offers opportunities Ponte Vedra/Palm Valley for more than six decades. to engage and grow in faith at every age and situation, helping you develop in your relationship with God. Our high-quality learning experience focuses on development through play, social experiences, and fun, engaging activities.

We believe children should enthusiastically look forward to school and their ﬁrst years of education should be brimming with joy, growth, and wonder.

Visit our website for more information, or call (904) 285-6371 to schedule a tour today! christepiscopalchurch.org Transforming lives through the love of God in Christ. christepiscopalpreschool.com Ponte Vedra Recorder · August 8, 2019 BEST OF THE BEST 43

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THE BEST OF THE BEST Title Company / Closing Attorneys

to learn how we can help you or your clients through the closing Bianca Velez - Paralegal, Marco Ruiz - Attorney, Elizabeth Ruiz - Attorney, Margaret Stalvey - Legal Assistant process - call today. THANK YOU FOR VOTING OUR FIRM BEST OF THE BEST OF PONTE VEDRA - 2019: (904) 222-6422 Immigration Law & Personal Injury Attorney Lisa Ruiz Attorney Marco Ruiz www.stjohnstitle.com Call us today to scheduyle a consultation! 5000 Sawgrass Village Circle, Suite 8 Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 (904) 625-7512

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Representatives of IBERIA Bank, including Felicia Cox (front left) and Teresa Hale (front right) pose Bogey Grille General Manager Julie Cooper holds up the certificates awarded to with certificates for the Best of the Best. IBERIA Bank won the category of Best Bank, and Hale won Bogey Grille, which won the categories of Best Wings and Best Sports Bar. for Best Mortgage Lender and Best Loan Officer.

Ruiz Law, owned by attorneys Marco Ruiz and Elisabeth Ruiz, received the Best Immi- Representatives from Trasca & Co Eatery pose with their certificates after the gration Attorney award and Marco Ruiz was selected the Best Personal Injury Attorney. restaurant won in the categories of Best Fast Food and Best Salad.

Stephanie Massey, Head of School at Christ Episcopal Church ,holds the certificate for Best School Adminis- trator. The school also won Best Preschool and Best Private School.

The staff of Oceanside Cleaners, Ahmed Mehry (from left), Robin Elmorabeti, Tooran Robaei, Erika Bridges and Suresh Shakya, pose with the certificates awarded for Best Dry Cleaners and Best Alterations. Ponte Vedra Recorder · August 8, 2019 BEST OF THE BEST 45

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Thank you Ponte Vedra for voting us Best New Home Construction Builder!

Visit us at our Tidewater model home in EvenTide at Ponte Vedra Beach 181 Sea Glass Way

For more information call: 904-838-0167

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The Goddard School in Ponte Vedra Beach uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners. We offer 2, 3 & 5 day schedules with half day and full day programs available.

(904) 373-6600 45 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

THANK YOU FOR 2019 VOTING US BEST BEST of the BEST of Ponte Vedra TAX PREPARATION PONTE VEDRA RNot yourecor average newspaper, not yourd averageer reader p ont om IN PONTE VEDRA! evedrarecorder.c Daysi Jacobson Accounting LLC “Your local accounting Expert with over 10 years of IRS experience” Did you miss the Tax Deadline? No worries! We can still help you. Call us TODAY to schedule an appointment! What we offer: Business Individual Quarterly Taxes • Bookkeeping • Payroll Tax Preparation • Tax Planning IRS Auditing Representing Located at 2201 Sawgrass Village Dr., Ponte Vedra Beach 32082 (904) 285-1040 • [email protected] No time for an appointment? Send us your information online and we will prepare your tax return! www.jacobsonaccoutning.com 48 BEST OF THE BEST Ponte Vedra Recorder · August 8, 2019

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PROFESSIONALS continued from Page 36 Photographer Fishing Store Eloy Castroverde North Guana Outpost Estate Attorney Fisher,Tousey, Leas & Ball Pilates Instructor Furniture Store Lynette Allen J Turner & Co. Event Planner Laura Capabianco Plumber Gas Station Van Worz Plumbing GATE Gas Station Family Law Attorney The Law Office of Suzanne Green Travel Agent Gift Store Maria Poole (Maria Poole Travel) Mineral City Hair Colorist Holly Graham (Trompe L’oeil) Veterinarian Golf Pro Shop Forever Vets Animal Hospital Ponte Vedra Inn & Club Pro Shop Hair Stylist Holly Graham (Trompe L’oeil) Yoga Instructor Hardware Store Amelia Gabriel Proctor Ace Hardware Immigration Attorney with Titanium Yoga Ruiz Law Jewelry Store Underwood Jewelers – Insurance Agent SHOPPING & COMMERCE Official Rolex Retailer Kari Zerrahn (Allstate) Men’s Clothing Store Interior Designer Antique Store John Craig Clothier CSR Interiors Luxury For Less in Ponte Vedra Nursery Loan Officer Art Gallery Kathy’s Creative Gardens Teresa Hale Stellers Gallery at Ponte Vedra (Iberia Bank Mortgage) Boutique Paint Store Sherwin-Williams Paint Store Nail Technician The Surf Shop Luxury Nail Spa Ponte Vedra Inn & Club Pet Store Pet Supermarket Personal Driver Bridal Shop Edwin, Future Black Car Calvet Couture Bridal Boutique Shoe Store Carla Shoes & Accessories Personal Injury Attorney Carpet / Flooring Store Marco Antonio Ruiz (Ruiz Law) Dan’s Floor Store Inc. Surf Shop North Guana Outpost Personal Trainer Children’s Clothing Store Klodi Muskaj (Momentum Fitness) Lemon Twist Boutique Tobacco Store Island Girl Cigar Bar Pet Groomer Consignment Store Hounds Hair Fifi’s Fine Resale Apparel Water Sports of Ponte Vedra North Guana Outpost Pet Sitter/Trainer Tender Touch Pet Sitting Cosmetics Store Women’s Clothing Store Services Bluemercury Chico’s Ponte Vedra Recorder · August 8, 2019 BEST OF THE BEST 49 Forever Vets Animal Hospital wins multiple categories Thank You, Contributed Ponte Vedra residents! Dr. Shashidar Galipalli (Dr. G) grew up in India and moved to the United States in 2001 with a passion of practicing high- for voting us the quality veterinary medicine in an ad- vanced setting. After graduating from the Best Place to Volunteer College of Veterinary Medicine in India, he completed the North American Veteri- & nary Licensing Exam in 2002, received his clinical experience at the University Dr. Shashidar Galipalli and Forever Vets Best Nonproot Organization! of Florida in 2004, and completed his Animal Hospital won three awards in the Recorder’s Best of the Best of Ponte Vedra. master’s degree in Georgia. We couldn’t do it without you! After Dr. G’s training at the Univer- He is a member of the American Vet- sity of Florida in 2004, he joined a small erinary Medical Association with special animal practice in Jacksonville, Florida interests in soft tissue and orthopedic as a veterinarian. He was a lead veteri- surgery as well as emergency medicine. narian and trained multiple veterinarians Dr. G is married with two daughters and to help more pets. With his continued a son. He enjoys spending time with his passion and providing the best quality family including his dog Brownie, playing veterinary care, he opened his first prac- tennis and listening to music. tice, Baymeadows Animal Hospital, now Dr. G is very honored that Forever Vets known as Forever Vets Animal Hospital Animal Hospital has recently won three at Baymeadows, in April 2012. Today, Dr. categories from the Ponte Vedra Record- G is the proud owner of Forever Vets Ani- er’s, Best of the Best competition. mal Hospital with seven locations (and ■ Best Boss counting) throughout Florida. He strongly ■ Best Veterinarian Hospital believes in quality care for pets and being ■ Best Work Environment available to his patients when needed. He “Thank you to our clients, our staff also believes in creating the best environ- members and our sponsors for voting for ment to his employees. and supporting us,” Dr. G said. k9sforwarriors.org

2019 BEST of the BEST Thank you, Ponte Vedra! of Ponte Vedra

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A Healthy Pet is a Happy Pet

Spaying and Neutering • Dentistry • In-house Labs Affordable Monthly Wellness Plans • Preventive Care Annual Vaccines Microchipping • Medicine • Surgery • Laser Therapy Digital X-Rays • Ultrasound • Grooming & Spa Treatments

Thank you to readers of the Ponte Vedra Recorder, to all our Pet Parents and our pets for voting us #1 Veterinarian in Ponte Vedra! We are also proud of Dr. Galipalli for being voted Best Boss! We are very honored to receive Best Place to Work! We look forward to continue to serve your pets any all our locations. Forever Vets Nocatee Staff