The Omphoy Ocean Resort

Conde Nast Traveler's 2012 Readers Poll Survey is complete and The Omphoy Ocean Resort was named the Top Spa in the US Mainland with a perfect score of 100. The Spa at The Omphoy Ocean Resort scored highest in Overall, Treatments Offered, Staff and Facilities in the annual ranking of the Top 270 Spas.

Spa Director Kim DeOrsey and her talented team of therapists, healers and fitness instructors offer an intimate spa with a well-balanced focus on its clients with highly personalized services.

PALM BEACH, Fla., April 17, 2012 – The Omphoy Ocean Resort, the chic beachfront boutique property in Palm Beach, has announced the re-launch of its 8,000-sq.-ft. full-service spa. Under the direction of Spa Director Kimberly DeOrsey, who hails from top spas throughout the U.S. including St. Regis Monarch Beach in Dana Point, Calif. and the award-winning destination spa at Nemacolin Woodlands in Farmington, Penn., The Spa takes a holistic approach to achieving overall wellness through the restoration and realignment of each guest’s mind, body and energy.

Treatments and therapies blend the best of ancient practices such as Qigong Healing Classes with the most advanced, state-of-the-art technology. For example, The Spa is introducing its new HydraFacial™ machine, which addresses multiple skin issues. Designed for all skin types, the Basic HydraFacial™ experience is 30 minutes long and includes a deep cleansing, gentle exfoliation, painless extractions and a burst of hydration utilizing rich antioxidants, leaving skin glowing. The 90-min. Ulitmate HydraFacial™ experience incorporates LED Light Therapy to address redness or hyperpigmentation of the skin or bacteria that causes breakouts.

Enveloped with tropical flowers and plants, the bi-level Spa at The Omphoy Ocean Resort features three treatment rooms, including a couple’s room; two nail stations and two pedicure stations; meditation area; private women’s and men’s locker rooms with steam rooms; and a spa boutique.

Guests can also utilize The Spa’s yoga studio and 24-hour fitness center. Programming highlights include:
• Qigong Healing Classes – ancient Chinese health practice that facilitates healing with energy work
• Mindful Movement – class focused on breathing, stretch and meditative movements
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• Six types of Yoga – Restorative Yoga, Yoga Fusion, Power Yoga, Yogalates, Vinyasa Yoga and Kripalu Yoga (using dynamic, yet gentle yoga postures and conscious breathing techniques results in a meditative experience that guides to a deeper awareness of the union of the body, mind and spirit)
• Barre Class – this popular workout creates a uniquely lean, firm, sculpted body by combining the principles of isometrics, dance conditioning and intense pace of interval training
• Zumba – Latin-inspired dance cardio class that is fun as well as challenging

The Omphoy Ocean Resort’s main pool, equipped with a hot tub and cabanas, as well as its private beach club are available to resort and spa guests.

DeOrsey, an avid surfer who picked up the sport to bond with her teenage son, will soon be introducing Surf Goddess programming for The Spa in time for summer.

For spa reservations and inquiries, please call 561-540-6459.

The Omphoy Ocean Resort
The only beachfront boutique property in Palm Beach, The Omphoy Ocean Resort blends contemporary design with an unpretentious air of sophistication and offers 130 guest rooms and suites – all featuring spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean or Intracoastal Waterway – a full-service spa and Malcolm’s, its new signature restaurant. For more information, visit www.omphoy.com.


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*Editor’s Note: Hi-res imagery for The Spa and Spa Director Kim DeOrsey is available by contacting heidib@lhammond.com.

PALM BEACH, Fla., April 17, 2012 – The Omphoy Ocean Resort, the only beachfront boutique resort in Palm Beach, has appointed Kimberly DeOrsey as spa director to re-launch its 8,000-sq.-ft. Spa. In this role, she is responsible for all aspects of operations, staff management and treatment protocol.

“This is a very exciting time for The Spa at The Omphoy Ocean Resort, and I look forward to introducing our new programming to guests,” states DeOrsey. “At The Spa, we are celebrating the whole person to ensure that each guest leaves feeling renewed and restored to their natural state.”

A 20-year hospitality and spa industry veteran, DeOrsey joins The Omphoy Ocean Resort after tenures at several leading area spas, including the International Polo Club in Wellington, Fla., The Trump Spa at Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Fla. and PGA National Resort and Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. Throughout her career, DeOrsey has also been associated with top spas throughout the U.S. including St. Regis Monarch Beach in Dana Point, Calif. and Namacolin Woodlands Resort and Spa in Farmington, Penn.

Enveloped with tropical flowers and plants, the bi-level Spa at The Omphoy Ocean Resort features three treatment rooms, including a couple’s room; two nail stations and two pedicure stations; meditation area; private women’s and men’s locker rooms with steam rooms; spa boutique; yoga studio; and 24-hour fitness center. Spa guests also have access to the resort’s main pool, equipped with a hot tub and cabanas as well as its private beach club.



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The Omphoy Ocean Resort
The only beachfront boutique property in Palm Beach, The Omphoy Ocean Resort blends contemporary design with an unpretentious air of sophistication and offers 130 guest rooms and suites – all featuring spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean or Intracoastal Waterway – a full-service spa and Malcolm’s, its new signature restaurant. For more information, visit www.omphoy.com.


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*Editor’s Note: Hi-res imagery for The Spa and Spa Director Kim DeOrsey is available by contacting heidib@lhammond.com.

PALM BEACH, Fla., April 9, 2012 – Malcolm’s, The Omphoy Ocean Resort’s signature restaurant offering panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, has opened its doors to culinary enthusiasts seeking an exquisite surfside dining experience. Offering fresh, clean standards with an innovative twist, Malcolm’s cuisine reflects Executive Chef Michael Wurster’s passion toward responsible cooking with sustainable foods.

Chef Wurster, a Culinary Institute of America graduate, joins The Omphoy Ocean Resort with an impressive pedigree, having honed his craft in the kitchens of New York’s Le Cirque, Alain Ducasse and Lutèce as well as The French Laundry in California under the famed Thomas Keller.

For Malcolm’s, he has cultivated a collection of local farmers and purveyors to source a majority of ingredients appearing on the menu. Examples include Gary’s Seafood Specialties and North Star Seafood for Yellowtail Snapper, Royal Red Shrimp and Tuna, and Freedom Fresh’s network of farms for produce.

“Our goal was to introduce an array of options and flavors at moderate prices,” states Wurster. “Palm Beach is an unparalleled destination for fresh food and we are proud to contribute to its culinary diversity by representing the farm-to-table movement.”

Malcolm’s “Crudo” highlights include Royal Red Shrimp garnished with Hawaiian pink salt and lemon ($9) and Tuna garnished with a compression of watermelon, fennel, pistachio and yogurt ($10). “Tastes” include Asparagus Tempura with lemon aioli ($9), Mussels with garlic, parsley and saffron ($8) and Veal Meatball with tomato and parmesan crisp ($10).

Other highlights include:
• Salmon Tartar with crème frâiche and bagel chips ($14)
• Sea Urchin Custard with lobster royale and caviar ($16)
• Foie Gras with truffle, strawberry and brioche ($19)
• Tuna served with a local baby tomato confit, corn, fava beans and garnished with a Liguorian Olive Oil ($31)
• Salmon, prepared cuit sous vide with wild morels, peas and truffle citrus vinaigrette ($32)
• Lamb Loin with artichoke, shallot, baby carrot, corn pudding and Barolo sauce ($38)
• Filet Mignon with chanterelles, bone marrow, spinach and cipolini onions ($38)
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Guests can also order from Malcolm’s Cheese & Charcuterie selections and enjoy the restaurant’s Caviar menu.

Additionally, Malcolm’s offers a nightly five-course tasting menu which is rotated weekly and begins at $60 per person. The restaurant’s extensive wine collection features a large variety of wines by the glass as well as rare, one-of-a-kind vintages. Guests can also enjoy vertical tastings from California, France, Italy and Spain.

Malcolm’s impressive dessert selections have been masterminded by Executive Pastry Chef Graham Randall, who recently joined The Omphoy Ocean Resort team after serving as pastry chef for The Breakers in addition to five-star properties throughout the U.S., London and Barbados.

Hours: Sunday – Thursday, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Malcolm’s is located at The Omphoy Ocean Resort, 2842 South Ocean Boulevard, Palm Beach, Fla. 33480. For reservations, call 561-540-6444 or visit www.omphoy/indulge/malcolms-restaurant

The Omphoy Ocean Resort
The only beachfront boutique property in Palm Beach, The Omphoy Ocean Resort blends contemporary design with an unpretentious air of sophistication and offers 134 guest rooms and suites – all featuring spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean or Intracoastal Waterway – a full-service spa and Malcolm’s, its new signature restaurant. For more information, visit www.omphoy.com.


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*Editor’s Note: Imagery for Malcolm’s and Chef Wurster is available by contacting heidib@lhammond.com

PALM BEACH, Fl – February 6, 2012 – The Omphoy Ocean Resort Palm Beach proudly announces the appointment of Graham Randall as Executive Pastry Chef. Randall will be responsible for the creation, execution and management of all pastry related operations at The Omphoy – the only beachfront boutique hotel in Palm Beach and the first new hotel development on the island in 20 years.

Randall boasts more than twenty years of international hotel pastry experience. After graduating from Brighton College of Art & Technology, Brighton England and Thames Valley University, Thames, England, Randall began his career in Surrey, United Kingdom in 1993 as Assistant Executive chef de Patisserie at the Selsdon Park Hotel Golf and Country Club.

In 1995 he earned his first position of Group Executive Pastry Chef on the platinum west coast of St. James Barbados at the Mango Bay Resort Hotel, where he created tropical inspired pastry creations. During that time, Randall had the privilege of creating pastry specialties for former President Bill Clinton and other diplomatic dignitaries at the international economic summit.

In 1999, he returned to the United Kingdom as Executive Pastry Chef and opened Renaissance Chancery Court Hotel, a five star property in the heart of London. Most recently, Randall has spent the last eight years as Pastry Chef at The Breakers Palm Beach, FL.

“Randall’s commitment to excellence and passion for pastry is reflected in his inventive creations that involve fresh and unique ingredients. We are excited to have him join our team and contribute to our commitment to excellence and the consummate guest experience” said Henri Ball, General Manager.

Randall’s international accolades include the Welsh Salon Culinaire Grand Prix Gold Medal Best in Class, Silver Medal Second Overall and Craft Guild of Chefs, British Culinaire Team Hotel Olympia Gold Medal.

With a clean fresh simplistic design, The Omphoy Ocean Resort Palm Beach opened in August 2009 and delivers the essence of a New York and South Beach boutique hotel experience to a younger Palm Beach set. The Omphoy has 134 guest rooms and suites and uniquely designed executive meeting space. In addition the resort includes a full service spa and ocean side dining in a contemporary Asian inspired atmosphere.


For More Information about The Omphoy Ocean Resort, please call 561-540-6700.