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Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Keswick Hall offers custom fitness classes, as well as outdoor adventures and fine dining. Check out our picks for rejuvenating getaways on page 22. Cover photo courtesy of Keswick Hall. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2014
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Business Watch CENN provides patient care and peace of mind B y Ta m m i e W e r s i n g e r
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reating Companion Extraordinaire Nursing Network (CENN) was a labor of love for Dawn Beninghove. The registered nurse, who helped care for her father during his struggle with Parkinson’s disease, knows all too well the pressure that many of her clients face. What Beninghove started as a way to help others going through a stressful situation similar to her own, has led to her life’s work of providing extraordinary home health care. From one hour care to 24-hour care, personal care, skilled care or companion care, either in the home or as additional assistance in a facility, Companion Extraordinaire can blanket you with the coverage you need. Because Beninghove understands that it’s not always possible for a client to remain in their home, Companion Extraordinaire also offers private duty services in assisted living and nursing homes so you can continue to receive the one-on-one care you’ve come to expect. “We provide care that enables you to embrace living your life with a hopeful heart,” she says. “Our enhanced quality care gives our clients peace of mind.” By offering one-on-one care in the privacy of their homes, CENN gives elderly and high-risk clients the comfort of knowing that they are in an environment where germs are less likely to spread from patient to patient, according to Beninghove, who not only has the desire to help others but also the skills. Over the past 25 years, she has gone from being a staff nurse to a health care administrator, obtaining her National Certification in Case Management and specializing in patients with brain injuries. She also has completed a Ministerial Internship Program and received her Parish Nurse Certificate from Bon Secours. “Being able to combine all of these skills allows me to offer a holistic approach to our clients,’’ Beninghove explains. “Our care supports their body, mind and soul.” Headquartered at 112 England St. in Ashland, CENN offers services in Henrico, Hanover, Caroline, Louisa and Goochland counties, as well as the City of Richmond. Assistance is provided in three main areas – Personal, Supportive and Skilled. Personal Care – provided by a certified nursing assistant or personal care aid – includes everything from support for Alzheimer’s or dementia patients to help with dressing and grooming, bathing and personal hygiene. It also includes laundry and light housekeeping, cooking and transportation, bed-bound assistance, monitoring and medication reminders, disaster preparation and companion and sitting services. Supportive Care provides patients with end-of-life care, respite care for family caregivers, oral medication assistance and comfort care. Finally, Skilled Care, which includes wellness and supervisory visits, helps clients with physician visits, wound care and medication management.
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Assessments are conducted by registered nurses, and all patients have 24-hour access to the supervisory staff. CENN’s highly-selective hiring process includes criminal background, drug and DMV screenings. After making the cut, caregivers are trained to learn how to apply the precautions that are necessary to ensure their patients are safe and comfortable, “Our employees are screened, bonded and insured,’’ Beninghove says. “Companion Extraordinaire does all of this because we are committed to ensuring that our clients can remain safe in the home that has been so much a part of their lives.” For more information on Companion Extraordinaire Nursing, visit www.cenninc.com or call (804) 752-2205. n
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ith a multitude of exercise options out there, it’s hard to decide which is best for you. Do you want low impact or high intensity? Are you the slow-and-steady type or do you want to see immediate results? Do you want to exercise in a group or alone? Whether you’ve been on a long-time exercise program and are looking for a change or are new to getting in shape, there are plenty of choices that will make shedding extra pounds fun, easy and entertaining. After a season of overindulging at neighborhood parties, family dinners and celebratory evenings, when the New Year starts, what are you left with? If you’re like most people, it’s 10 extra pounds and a resolution to lose it. Lynne J. Gilbert, a Virginia Commonwealth University assistant professor who teaches budding physical education teachers, said the key to success is changing your mindset from the start and making sure you’re always mixing up the routine. “It’s definitely a lifestyle change. It’s not just about going to workout,” she said. “Eventually everyone will find their niche in what is important to them in terms of fitness.” It’s time to think beyond the treadmill and elliptical trainer. There are plenty of options:
TAKE IT OUTSIDE Even if it’s cold and wet outside, that shouldn’t stop you from kicking up that exercise program with some fresh air. There are plenty of outdoor activities that can be done any time of year. John McGuire, owner of Seal Team Physical Training, Inc. in Richmond, said the most important part of outdoor exercise is what you wear.“There’s no such thing as bad weather,” he said. “There’s just bad gear.”
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Get ready to embrace the great outdoors with a good dose of mud and water: Mud Runs or Obstacle Races If you’re not afraid to get down and dirty, mud runs are just for you. You’ll run, walk, climb and crawl through courses that are, of course, muddy and dirty. Some of these races are timed, but many are not. Kayaking or Stand Up Paddle Boarding The James River is a great place for kayaking and paddle boarding. If it’s your first time out, there are numerous places in the Richmond area that rent equipment and offer lessons. Remember to always wear a life vest. Mountain Biking There’s nothing like bicycling to get the heart pumping, and Richmond has some of the nation’s greatest places to do it. Belle Isle and the Riverside Drive area are known for their challenging mountain bike trails for off-roading.
DON’T JUST TREAD WATER Some of the newest trends in exercise are in the pool. Don’t be fooled though -- this isn’t your grandmother’s exercise regime. The latest research shows that water fitness programs can be challenging and effective for even top athletes. Kim Larson, director of programs at Collegiate School Aquatics Center in north Richmond, said water aerobics classes can be as strenuous as those done on land. Probably the best part about them is there’s little chance of an injury. “It’s all in what the individual makes of it,” she said. “Everybody works at their own pace.” To change up an exercise program, try some of the newest trends in aquatic fitness:
Aqua Jogging Aqua jogging brings cross-training to the deep end of the swimming pool for an intense, no-impact workout. Participants wear a buoyancy belt to stay afloat. Deep-Water Aerobics Forget about standing in the shallow end of the pool with a foam noodle, deep-water aerobics takes place in, you guessed it, the deep end of the pool. This is a no-impact workout with a focus on core strength. Aqua Kick Boxing When you combine the intensity of martial arts with the resistance that comes from water, the result is a cardiovascular workout that doesn’t stress the joints.
BE PART OF THE GROUP Exercise doesn’t have to be a solo activity. There’s more fun, and accountability, in numbers. So grab your best buddy and head out to sweat. Or better yet, make some new friends while you get in shape. Those people can serve as motivation when you’re starting a new exercise regime and a reminder to keep going back. “A large majority of people who take group exercise classes probably would not be exercising without it,” said Chris Henry, a director of fitness and wellness at ACAC Fitness & Wellness Centers in Midlothian. “People want to workout with like-minded individuals.” Some of the best group exercise activities are also the toughest: Boot Camps Whether you’re looking for a drill sergeant to bark out orders or a motivational exercise guru to lead the way, boot camps are the way to go. These high-intensity classes are a fun way to get in shape and make some friends. In many cases, boot camps allow participants to bond under the ‘we’re-all-in-it-together’ mindset. Ballet Barre A combination of ballet, yoga and Pilates, this exercise trend will have you stretching and moving. Participants use a ballet barre as support during a total-body workout. Barre exercises are aimed at increasing flexibility while toning muscles and improving range of motion. Barre uses small and controlled movements. Tabata If you’re short on time but have boundless energy, Tabata is perfect for you. This takes the interval-training craze to the next level, using 20 seconds of maximum intensity followed by 10 seconds of rest in fourminute cycles. The goal is to do it eight times in a row. If four minutes of exercise doesn’t sound that hard, just try it.
GO IT ALONE AT HOME Don’t have the time, motivation or resolve to go out to exercise? That’s no excuse. There are many different ways to exercise in the comfort of your own living room. Research shows that many people can create their own at-home plan and easily stick with it. It’s all about finding what works best for you. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2014
Gone are the days when Jane Fonda videos were the only way to go. Today, at-home exercise trends have gone viral: Online Fitness Classes and Communities From streaming fitness classes to online motivation, the Internet has opened the door to the newest fitness trend. The choices are endless. There are several popular websites that offer live streaming access to fitness classes for a small monthly fee. At the same time, message boards and online motivation are available on a local and national level. All you need is a computer and some willpower. High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) DVDs The latest buzzword in exercise is HIIT training. It’s an intense workout that leaves your metabolism revved for hours after you’re done. HIIT is known to produce dramatic and rapid changes. With names like INSANITY and TurboFire, these HIIT DVDs are not for the weak of legs. At-Home Equipment If you’re one of the gazillion people who have an exercise machine collecting dust and dirty laundry, you might be reluctant to add another piece to the collection. But some of the newest trends include smaller pieces like kettle bells and hula hoops, which are easily tucked away in the closet. Kettle bells are small, cast-iron weights that allow users to build muscle during HIIT or other cardiovascular workouts. The best part about hula hooping is that it’s an all-around great at-home exercise with a focus on core strength. Together, they make a complete workout. n www.ric hmondnavigator.com
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Sue Halsey Cox Former Miss Richmond To Help Start Miss Ashland Scholarship Pageant in March By Steve Cook
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eventeen-yearold Sue Halsey sat perched at the keyboard of the huge Hammond organ in the auditorium of McGuire Veteran’s Hospital in South Richmond. Her selection, a medley of patriotic songs, was enthusiastically received by the audience, many of whom were on gurneys or in wheelchairs. As she capped off her performance with a rousing rendition of “God Bless America,” those in the audience, who were able to do so, gave her a standing ovation. Moments after her stirring performance, Sue Halsey, today Sue Halsey Cox, was crowned Miss Richmond 1966.
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“As a young girl, I had watched the annual Miss America Pageant on television and dreamed of wearing long gowns and a crown,” she says. When asked about special memories of those days, she recalls a number of appearances in parades and homecomings, as well as season box seats at Parker Field. Remember, 1966 was the inaugural year for the Richmond Braves. She even dated pitcher, Ron Reed, of whom she says, with a laugh, “He moved to Atlanta at the end of the summer and forgot me.” Richmond was selected as an All American City that year, too. Fast forward to 2014 and Sue, once again, is involved in pageantry. This time as Director for the upcoming Miss Ashland Scholarship Pageant. Regarding her latest endeavor, she says,” I’ve witnessed hundreds of contestants increase their poise and confidence during my years working with Miss Virginia-Miss America local contestants. The Miss Ashland Pageant is open to all young ladies in Hanover County. The AshlandMechanicsville-Hanover communities are rich with many young people aspiring to do great things in their lives.” The pageant is sponsored by Wine for Cures, a Hanover-based charity which targets donations for both cancer research and education. Gil Miles, president and founder of Wine for Cures, says his organization is proud to be involved because, “First, it gives us an opportunity to have diversity in the type of projects we support. It doesn’t have to be all about wine. This is a community, family event!” Of the partnership, Cox and Miles stated that “we created a plan for the pageant with all profits benefiting cancer research.” Miles continues his fight against cancer and Sue’s husband, Buddy, is a cancer survivor. The first Miss Ashland Scholarship Pageant is slated for March 8, 2014 at Patrick Henry High School. For more information, go to MissAshland.org. n
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Iron Horse
A southern modern American menu offers fresh regional seafood, handcut steaks and chef-inspired nightly specials. Open for lunch, lite fare (between lunch and dinner), dinner and Sunday brunch. Enjoy the upscalecasual bistro or inviting neighborhood pub all in one location. 100 N. Railroad Avenue | 752-6410 www.ironhorserestaurant.com
Get a taste of the sea any way you want it at Awful Arthur’s. From the raw bar or on a bun to over pasta or salad, you’re sure to find an entree to suit your tastes. Or design a platter of your favorites grilled, blackened, broiled or fried! 6078 Mechanicsville Turnpike 559-4370 www.awfularthurs.com
Gus’ Italian Cafe & Sports Bar
Mexico Restaurant
The place where good friends, good food and fun come together. You’ll come in for the 13 TV screens showing all of your favorite games. You’ll come back for the excellent pizza, wings and the big, juicy burgers. 7358 Bell Creek Rd. | 730-9620
Part of the community for 23 years, Mexico Restaurant offers a great menu selection with something for everyone. Using the freshest ingredients to cook your favorite dishes, it’s no wonder this is Richmond’s award-winning Mexican restaurant. 7162 Mechanicsville Turnpike 559-8126 | Find more locations at www.mexico-restaurant.com
Old Original Bookbinders
Hanover Tavern
Located in historic Tobacco Row in downtown Richmond, this locally family owned steak and seafood restaurant is unique to Richmond. With exceptional food and service, Bookbinder's is the perfect place to celebrate that special occasion! 2306 East Cary Street | 643-6900 www.bookbindersrichmond.com JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2014
Awful Arthur’s
Experience the best of history, dining, professional theater, music and family fun – all in Hanover County’s beautifully restored 200-year-old landmark. Enjoy their 2012 Heritage Music Series this year with live bands and more. 6078 Mechanicsville Turnpike 559-4370 www.awfularthurs.com www.ric hmondnavigator.com
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n old favorite with a new lunch menu and a brand new one-ofa-kind brewery are featured Scoops this month. Visit the tasting room at Lickinghole Creek Craft Brewery and check out the historic Hanover Tavern for Valentine’s specials!
Lickinghole Creek Craft Brewery is now open in Goochland. The brewery – situated on 220 acres of farm land owned by Sean-Thomas Pumphrey and his wife, Lisa – is built in the style of a Virginia horse barn. “We’re the only brewery that I know of in Central Virginia that operates on a working farm,” explains Sean-Thomas, who also serves as brewery manager. “For our Estate Series, we grow hops, pumpkins, barley and various other herbs and spices.” Lickinghole Creek Craft Brewery releases new beers seasonally and has a tasting room open to the public on Fridays and Saturdays. “We’re working on our first big beer release in our Barrel Series,” Sean-Thomas says. “A stout we’re calling The Enlightened Despot…we’re releasing it in early March. It’s a Russian Imperial Stout aged in 15-year-old Pappy Van Winkle Barrels.” For more information, visit www.lickingholecreek.com or call (804) 314-4380. It’s always fun to check in with Hanover Tavern and learn about upcoming specials and events. “Right now, we’re featuring a Chef ’s Choice $5 lunch plate,” says Isabella Hudson, events manager. “Our half sandwich and soup options are a great winter lunch.” Hanover Tavern will host their annual Valentine’s Day Dinner on Feb. 14. “We feature lovely décor, and a fixed price menu specially designed for sweethearts,” says Hudson. Check out the historic Hanover Tavern at www.hanovertavern. org or call (804) 537-5250. n Have a restaurant tip? Email Tammy Brackett at tammy@moonstruckpromotions.com.
The historic Hanover Tavern offers many items for lunch and dinner including their specialty pizzas.
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Baxter Perkinson & Associates Creating Healthy Smiles
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eople come in all shapes and sizes, and so do teeth and faces. Sometimes though, nature doesn’t provide a perfectly matched pair; that is, sometimes the teeth that nature provides don’t show off the face as well as we’d like. If that's how you feel about your smile, ask us about custom designing a smile that's right for you. A combination of cosmetic bonding, porcelain veneers, orthodontics, crowns, or enamel reshaping might just add up to a smile you’ll want to show more often. We’re all conscious of how others see us and how our physical features complement each other. Your height, for example, can make a difference in which teeth get a high profile. If you’re short, your lower front teeth get the spotlight, since they’re seen from above. Taller folks need to be aware of the appearance of their upper front teeth, since they’re seen from slightly below. If front teeth are crooked, worn, chipped, or discolored—even on the biting edges—we may be able to minimize these negative features and accentuate the strengths of your smile. Our experience in designing attention-grabbing smiles can show you it’s often desirable to deemphasize a long face by flattening the smile line, or to balance out a rounder, wider face by lengthening front teeth. Every person is unique, and so is every smile. Our office team will work with you to achieve a satisfying harmony between your face and your smile. Redesigning your smile requires a lot of discussion, questions, suggestions—and time. It’s your smile, so we’ll take the time to recommend all the options we feel are right for your improved appearance, and the time to listen to you—the most important member of our “smile-design team.” Does this sound like the kind of individual attention you’re looking for? Call one of our eleven locations and schedule a consultation. Let us tell you how we can create a beautiful smile especially for you! n
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Roma Ristorante Italiano Opens New Mechanicsville Location By Amy R. Connolly
Roma Ristorante Italiano’s new location offers a full-service bar and banquet rooms . Photo courtesy Tim Hill. Side bar photos courtesy Roma Ristorante Italiano.
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or nearly 35 years, Roma Ristorante Italiano has been delighting customers across Richmond with sumptuous Italian cuisine in a friendly, family atmosphere. With menu favorites that include mouthwatering homemade lasagna and original seafood dishes, it’s hard to go wrong with any dish at Roma. Today, Roma has something more to celebrate. The restaurant recently moved from its longtime Nine Mile Road location to fresh digs in Mechanicsville. Sal Mannino, who runs the restaurant with his brother Philip, said Roma is truly a family restaurant. Their parents, Anna and Angelo Mannino, run Roma’s Sandston location with their other son Antonio Mannino. “It’s like a coming home for us,” Sal Mannino says of the new location. “We grew up in Mechanicsville, so we’re seeing old faces and old friends. It’s always been our dream to have a restaurant in Mechanicsville.” In 1979, Anna and Angelo Mannino opened Roma on Nine Mile Road as a way to bring delicious Italian food to the Richmond community. They wanted a casual, friendly atmosphere where customers would feel like they’re going home. Customers loved it and kept coming back. By 2005, the Manninos decided to branch out and opened the Sandston location, at 325 E. Williamsburg Road. In October, Roma moved from the Nine Mile Road locale to 7240 Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Roma is one of the few restaurants in the Richmond area, and possibly across the country, that can boast that it has been open and delighting patrons for nearly 35 years. With so many Italian restaurants coming and
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going, Roma has found its niche with a combination of delicious food, a friendly waitstaff and a warm atmosphere. “We pride ourselves in being a family-owned restaurant, and we specialize in authentic Italian food,” Sal Mannino explains. The restaurant offerings include a wide selection of Italian foods for all kinds of tastes. Customers are continually in awe of the unique menu choices that include homemade Italian wedding soup, fresh manicotti and Chicken Gianluca, which has sautéed onions, grape tomatoes, artichoke hearts, ham and melted mozzarella. Of course, there’s a wide selection of pizza, Stromboli and calzones. Let’s not forget about the desserts. Everything, including the cannoli, tiramisu and cheesecake, are made fresh and delicious. Roma is open for lunch and dinner, offers weekday lunch specials and happily accepts takeout orders. The new Roma location also offers patrons a chance to sample some delicious wines, beers and mixed drinks. With the full-service bar located in the middle of the dining room, diners have a chance to sit at the bar, eat from selections on the main menu while enjoying a glass of wine. In addition, both locations also have large banquet rooms that allow for parties of up to 55 guests to enjoy the friendly and warm Roma atmosphere. “Our banquet room has room for holiday parties with the same great foods you get in the main dining room,” Sal Mannino said. “If you’re looking for a relaxed family atmosphere, give us a shot.” For more information about Romas, visit www.romaitalian.com or call (804) 559-9200 for the Mechanicsville location or (804) 328-6699 for the Sandston location. n
Taste of Roma’s Menu
Tomato Caprese Bruschetta Sliced tomatoes topped with fresh mozzarella and basil, drizzled with a balsamic glaze.
Tacchino Salad Mixed greens, smoked allwhite meat turkey, red onions, tomatoes, candied pecans, dry cranberries, tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette.
Blackened Chicken Pasta Primavera A mix of Tuscan vegetables cooked in our creamy Alfredo sauce with mushrooms and grilled chicken.
Chicken Gianluca Chicken breasts, topped with sauteed onions, grape tomatoes, artichoke hearts, ham, and melted Mozzarella. Served with a side order. Photos courtesy of Roma Ristorante Italiano.
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In Search Of... Comfort Food
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childhood memories to guilty pleasour favorite comfort foods soothe the stomach and the soul. Indulge c r a v i n g a t t h e s e f r i e n d l y n e i g h b o reateries!
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1. Shepherd’s Pie
O’Banks Warm up with this traditional Irish casserole of fresh ground beef, diced onions and corn gravy, topped with homemade mashed potatoes. www.obankscafe.com 10392 Leadbetter Rd, Ashland (804) 550-3888
2. Mac ‘n Cheese
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Comfort This southern-style macaroni and cheese is cooked to perfection with a crunchy crust and gooey, cheesy center. Pictured here with Comfort's special fried green tomatoes. www.comfortrva.com 200 W. Broad St. | (804) 780-0004
3. Catfish
Mama J’s Kitchen For perfectly fried catfish that tastes like it jumped from the river into your mama’s skillet, this is the place to go. Pictured below with Mama J's Kitchen's sides of macaroni and cheese and fresh greens. www.mamajskitchen.com 415 N. 1st St. | (804) 225-7449
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4. Pot Roast
Iron Horse
The Iron Horse pot roast is a very slowly braised boneless short rib. It is an all natural product from Harris Ranch and is served with whipped potatoes, roasted carrots & parsnips, and a brandy-veal reduction. www.ironhorserestaurant.com 100 S Railroad Ave, Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 752-6410
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5. Fried Chicken
Tanglewood Ordinary There’s nothing ordinary about this fried chicken – crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside – served family-style with your choice of sides to share. www.ordinary.com 2210 River Rd W, Maidens, VA 23102 (804) 556-3284
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Events S I G N S O F P R O T E S T: P H O T O G R A P H S F R O M T H E C I V I L RIGHTS ERA V i r g i n i a Mus eum o f F i n e A r ts Jan ua r y 11 - Aug us t 3 , 2 014
Bob Adelman, March on Washington, 1963.
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This exhibit portrays the Civil Rights movement through photographs of protest signs, significant events, and of the movement’s leaders including Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and Stokely Carmichael. Vmfa.State.Us
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Photo courtesy of Maymont Foundation
BOOST! Science Museum of Virginia Pe r m anent E xhibi t i o n
THE LOVE TOUR Maymont Mansion F ebr uar y 14 & 15
This permanent exhibition will boost your creativity, flexibility, memory, and strength through 25 challenges and you can download a free app to track your progress. Smv.org
Costumed interpreters relate Victorian love stories and the courting customs of the era at the romantic Maymont Mansion. Maymont.org
VIRGINIA WINE EXPO Richmond Convention Center F ebr uar y 18 -2 3
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Taste more than 400 of Virginia’s best wines, meet some of the region’s best chefs, or enjoy special food and wine dinners, lunches and other special events at the 7th Annual Wine Expo. VirginiaWineExpo.com
RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL FILM FES TIVAL Byrd Theater F e br uar y 27- M ar ch 2 Enjoy 53 film screenings at the Historic Byrd Theater, Q & A’s with visiting filmmakers, mixers, musical showcase events, and a Red Carpet finale. RvaFilmFestival.com
EDGAR ALL AN POE’S B I R T H D AY B A S H The Museum of Edgar Allan Poe Januar y 18 Toast Richmond’s favorite poet at the annual Poe Museum birthday bash featuring tours, family fun, birthday cake, and a champagne toast at midnight in the Poe Shrine. PoeMuseum.org
38TH ANNUAL RICHMOND HOME & GARDEN SHOW R ichmond Racewa y C o mp l ex F e br uar y 28- M ar ch 2 Get inspiration for your home and garden improvements at the threeday expo featuring the latest design trends, remodeling solutions, and landscaping ideas. RichmondHomeAndGarden.com
F o r a mor e ex pa nsi ve l i s t o f eve n t s , vis i t u s o nl i ne at RICHMONDN AVIGATOR.COM. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2014
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Rejuvenating Resorts Courtesy of Salamander Resort & Spa
Take your get-in-shape resolution on the road to some of Virginia’s most luxurious
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or more than four centuries, Virginia's cognoscenti have retreated to the bucolic countryside for rest and recreation. In 1755, George Washington rode up into
the Allegheny Mountains to survey a site for Fort Dinwiddie
resorts where fitness and pampering are
and stopped off to enjoy the healing mineral waters at Warm Springs, already becoming known as a spa resort. Today, it's
anything but ordinary.
part of the Omni Homestead. Washington was no stranger to Middleburg either: his first cousin, Joseph Chinn, used to
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own the property where the charming one-stoplight town is located, a close neighbor to the new Salamander Resort and Spa. And, as an avid foxhunter, it's a relative certainty that Washington enjoyed the chase on the land around Charlottesville where the luxurious boutique hotel, Keswick Hall, nestles in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. All three of these resorts offer a unique take on health and wellness, along with an array of activities that range from equestrian yoga and ice skating to long walks with a pack of hunting hounds. Follow in your ancestors’ footsteps and enjoy a long winter weekend exploring some new ways to relax. Courtesy of The Omni Homestead
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Keswick Hall at Monticello www.keswick.com Virginia Wine Country
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Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains near Charlottesville, Keswick Hall is 1912 Tuscan-style villa situated on 600 lush acres in the heart of Virginia wine country. Named the Top Small Resort in Mainland, USA by Condé Nast Traveler, Keswick Hall offers refined elegance and award-winning cuisine, as well as a vast array of activities – from golf, tennis, fitness classes and spa treatments to invigorating morning walks with the Keswick Club hunting hounds. The private mansion-cum-hotel boasts 48 opulent rooms and suites furnished with English and American antiques, as well as top shelf amenities and world-class dining at Fosset’s Restaurant, a destination in and of itself. There’s no formal check-in desk here: you’ll be welcomed as if you were a private guest and so will your furry family members. Once a private home known as Villa Crawford, which is now the historic north wing of the hotel, the original woodwork, fireplaces and staircase have been fully restored. Spend a cozy afternoon in front of a roaring fire in the lobby or library, or enjoy a game of billiards in the game room. Miles of hiking and nature trails offer you plenty of outdoor time, and there are a variety of classes in the fitness center. If you can’t find one that suits you, Director of Wellness Colette Long can customize a workout routine tailored to your specific goals. Guests love the choreographed Body Blast Weight Lifting class and the Mind Body Challenge, a combination of tai chi moves with yoga and Pilates mat work. Keswick Hall is a perfect location to explore the Monticello Wine Trail. In 2012, Wine Enthusiast Magazine named Virginia one of the world’s 10 best wine destinations and many of its finest vineyards are located in the Monticello American Viticultural Area (AVA), where Thomas Jefferson’s vision of producing great wines in his native state has finally come to fruition. Richard Hewitt, both the sommelier and resident winemaker of Keswick Hall’s private label, leads regular wine-tasting events at the resort and also offers private “insider” tours of some of the top wineries in the region. www.ric hmondnavigator.com
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Omni Homestead Resort & Spa www.thehomestead.com Soaking in History
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Thomas Jefferson visited the Homestead in 1818 and the resort’s original guest books document his 22-day visit. Suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, the former president experienced great relief from long soaks in the warm mineral springs and enjoyed the fine dining and outdoor activities at the resort. The octagonal-shaped Gentleman’s Pool – where Jefferson “took the waters” – was built in 1761 and is the oldest spa structure in the United States. It was renamed in homage to the great man’s visit, and today visitors can enjoy the same restorative benefits of the 43,000 gallons of constantly flowing warm mineral waters. Those waters, at a natural temperature of 98.7 degrees, are also piped in to the Omni Spa, where you can take a long soak in a walnut tub. The healing liquid is also the main ingredient in a variety of exclusive Jefferson Pool spa products. The spa’s European-style Aqua Thermal Suite offers an array of hot and cold aquatic treatments, ranging from an herbal cocoon under a starlit ceiling to experiential showers and a cold cabin cool-off. The Homestead also offers a huge variety of outdoor activities – from skiing and ice skating in the winter months to fly fishing, golf, horseback riding and falconry. Enjoy a little presidential pampering of your own with complimentary afternoon tea in the majestic lobby in front of one of the two huge wood-burning fireplaces. In the evening, take a page from Thomas Jefferson’s book and enjoy a bistro-style dinner at the new restaurant named in his honor, where Chef Jason Ferrell serves up a selection of steaks and chops from the open-view grill. With a variety of small plates, salads and the grill menu, the restaurant lends itself to healthy fare. If you don’t see something that works for your diet, just ask. “If we have the ingredients, we’ll make it for you,” says Chef Ferrell.
Salamander Resort & Spa
www.salamanderresort.com BYOH (Bring Your Own Horse)
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Located on the former horse farm of Washington socialite Pamela Harriman, the new Salamander Resort & Spa is a stunning 340-acre equestrian paradise in Middleburg. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to live on a country estate, this resort will give you a sneak peek into the elegant, yet understated, lifestyle of the Washington power brokers who reside in the area. Sheila Johnson, the dynamic entrepreneur who co-founded Black Entertainment Television and is the founder of Salamander Hotels & Resorts, took inspiration from her own country estate in designing the luxury resort, and the opulent Owner’s Suite features furnishings and accessories from her private collection. Experience the sporting life through equestrian classes, ranging from dressage to steeplechasing, or try some new and intriguing horse-themed activities like equestrian yoga. A state-of-the-art cooking studio also offers unique classes, where you can learn how to butcher and cook game meats or how to make your own homemade pasta. The Salamander Spa offers a holistic health and wellness program tailored to your specific well-being needs, including integrative and regionalized treatments, along with educational workshops and resultsdriven therapies. The spacious complex includes a stunning couple’s suite for tandem treatments, aromatic steam rooms, a private courtyard and lush spa lounge. The spa’s innovative treatments go far beyond standard massage with offerings like magnetic therapy and a farm-to-treatment ritual based on the four seasons of the year that incorporates essential oils from local native plants, herbs, botanical blooms and organic fruits. Try the Rasul – a Moroccan-inspired therapy that takes place in a heated ceramic dome and uses a re-mineralizing mud to break down impurities in the skin. Pump up your heart rate at the huge indoor pool or try a fitness class for the whole family. Chef Todd Gray, owner and executive chef of Washington’s highly acclaimed Equinox Restaurant, oversees the culinary creations at the resort’s outlets, including the Piedmont-centric menu at the 110-seat equestrian-inspired restaurant. All 17 suites and about half of the 151 guestrooms feature gas fireplaces, and all boast bathrooms with marble jetted showers, pedestal tubs and LCD televisions. With golf, tennis, hiking, birding and guided nature tours, there’s plenty to do outdoors. Bring your own horse and stable it in the 22-stall barn to explore the extensive riding trails, or take a long walk with your best four-footed friend: dogs are also welcome at Salamander with no weight limits. n
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Start the New Year Right Begin Your Brand New Year with a Brand New Look
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y name is Deborah Keller, and even though I'll be 60 on my next birthday, I feel like I'm 30. I wanted my face to look younger too, so I finally decided to go to Dr. Joe Niamtu for a complete “overhaul.” I had a facelift, necklift, upper and lower eye rejuvenation, cheek and chin implant, and a laser peel. Sounds like a lot, I know, but it was great to get everything done at once, and the recovery was easier than I expected. I chose Dr. Niamtu because all he does is facial surgery. And lots of it. That kind of experience really put my mind at ease. On top of that, he is a wonderful person who gives so much back to the community. I knew the moment I met him that I was in the right place. His facilities are state of the art, and his staff are the best. I would encourage anyone considering facial surgery to consult with Dr. Niamtu. I would do it again in a heartbeat!
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Create a Design Calendar
Vicki O'Neal, owner of FORM & FUNCTION, provides commercial and residential interior and landscape d e s i g n . S h e i s a p r o f e s s i o n a l m e m b e r o f A S I D , VA C e r t i f i e d I n t e r i o r D e s i g n e r ( C I D ) , M a s t e r G a r d e n e r, a n d a VA C e r t i f i e d L a n d s c a p e D e s i g n e r ( V S L D ) a n d a Horticulturist.
What, When and Why!? By Vicki O'Neal, ASID, CID, VSLD
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iming is everything," and as the enduring phrase so aptly describes various aspects of life, it also applies to your household. Inside and out, homeowners are continually strategizing projects or repairs they need or want to accomplish. Did you know that there may be an ideal time of year to accomplish many of these initiatives? Most often we are eager to jump right in after deciding to move forward with a particular idea. But, preparation and patience can be a savvy strategy, especially if you’d like to work within and take advantage of the seasonal cycles of the marketplace and the design and construction industry. Outdoor temperatures may even affect the ideal implementation schedule for your project.
PLAN AHEAD For any renovation or construction project, planning ahead is never more important. The specific design and development always come first, and the ideal time for scheduling the work largely depends on the type of project. For instance, if you have notions of installing a new outdoor living space or landscape, and March or April arrives prior to having an action plan in place, your project may become a summer or fall installation. Whether the implementation is DIY – and especially if you will likely hire professionals – the planning, scheduling and logistics of any project take time. If the starting date falls in the peak season of any particular industry, it could lead to delays, frustration or top dollars being spent. Besides, the most-sought-after professionals are often booked weeks or months in advance. The same principle applies to any interior or exterior construction project. If you have plans to remodel a kitchen or bathroom, and want the work to be completed for a specific event like a graduation, wedding, or the arrival of guests, don’t leave your scheduling until the last minute. Planning at least three to six months prior to your needed completion date is essential for a smooth process and successful outcome. Time required always, of course, depends largely on the complexity of the project and the parties involved. Remember that you could be working with multiple trades and individuals, all with different schedules and priorities. Careful evaluation and building solid relationships are fundamental as projects frequently do not advance in a linear, neat process. A spirit of flexibility and sometimes compromise is often beneficial to all.
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Design Calendar
T h e g e n e r a l s u g g e s t i o n s f o r e a c h s e a s o n f o l l o w i n c h r o n o l o g i c a l o r d e r. T h r o u g h o u t t h e e n t i r e y e a r, a s I a l w a y s s t r e s s — p l a n , p l a n , p l a n ! K e e p i n m i n d m a n y i t e m s o n t h e c a l e n d a r o v e r l a p o n e a n o t h e r. C o n s t r u c t i o n , r e n o v a t i o n , a n d e v e n o u t d o o r l i v i n g
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p r o j e c t s c a n b e a c t i v e t h r o u g h o u t t h e y e a r.
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Bedding & linens Furniture Interior décor TVs & home theater Exercise equipment
INTERIOR
PURCHASE • Prune—deciduous trees & shrubs (non-spring blooming) • Start early—install outdoor living projects
PREPARE • Plan outdoor living projects • Plan landscape projects • Plan summer projects— painting, construction, renovations & repairs
EXTERIOR
JUNE PURCHASE • Plants—shrubs, trees, annuals & perennials • Lawn mowers (April) • Paint (sales start in June) • Hardware
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Get planting Plant your veggies! Plan and install outdoor living Summer projects
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PURCHASE
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INTERIOR
• Vacuums (buy last year’s model in time for spring cleaning) • Cookware & kitchen accessories • Carpet • Refrigerators • Mattresses • Furniture & carpet • Paint (sales start in June)
• Furniture (sales June & July; new inventory in August) • Carpet • Tool sets
PREPARE & IMPLEMENT • Interior & exterior projects for the holidays • Furniture & carpet • Paint (sales start in June)
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SEPTEMBER PURCHASE • Outdoor furniture and accessories (July & August)
PREPARE & IMPLEMENT • Plan landscape projects (fall is the best time for planting) • Continue repairs, construction, or renovations • Paint
NOVEMBER
PURCHASE • Home appliances, large & small • Consumer electronics • TVs
PREPARE & IMPLEMENT • Interior & exterior projects prior to holidays • Furniture & carpet • Paint (sales start in June)
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INTERIOR
JANUARY
DECEMBER PURCHASE • Lawn mowers • Grills • Closeouts on nursery plants
PREPARE & IMPLEMENT • Clean up leaves • Finish repairs • Renovation & construction projects continue
BUILD A CALENDAR For specific products and materials, scope out the oh-so-predictable and reliable market seasons to find the best deals for purchasing materials and home items. Follow my “Design Calendar” for surprising and sensible facts to maximize your efforts, strategies and purchasing power. Start the year off right and reap the rewards of patience by holding off on purchases until the New Year. Here’s why: through the fall season, retailers are poised for consumer demand, with loads of products and inventory available. Did you know that “Back to School” is second only to the holidays as the busiest time of the year for retailers? Also, many homeowners scramble during their busy fall to begin and complete home improvements before the holiday season arrives. So many Americans initiate home improvements before the holiday season that prices may actually be escalated during that time. Due to the high-energy seasonal ramp-up and its inevitable waning, January and February are especially great times to take advantage of sales and even bargain pricing, particularly on large appliances, carpet and flooring, furniture, and interior décor. In 1878, the January “White Sale” came into being, and retailers still honor the tradition conceived by the creative entrepreneur and strategist John Wannaker. Fitness equipment and office furniture are also great buys in January. The rest of the year follows similar seasonal cycles, with specific times for optimizing choice, availability or price.
SO MANY CHOICES Have you ever wondered if our lives are enhanced or diminished by having so many choices and alternatives? I recently heard that an average grocery store has 175 types of salad dressing. Do we really need so many options? I don’t think so, and I believe it actually can diminish our individual quality of life. Do you really want to stand in a 50-foot aisle and consider whether to buy one ply or two; single, double or triple roll, softener or none? You get the picture! The same principle applies to home and garden products, materials and qualities. To say the least, manufacturers and retailers offer a perplexing array and complexity of interior design and outdoor living merchandise. Often staff is not very available or knowledgeable to assist consumers. Prudent research, an informed sense of timing and a well-laid plan always point a home project or purchase in a positive direction. Also, by planning your project in advance, you can begin to collect materials at their best pricing and be poised to move through your project with ease. Do your homework, consult professionals, trust your instincts and keep it simple. n
Amazing design inspiration can come from the seemingly ordinary and unexpected when observed with a fresh eye – while shopping or dining out, on vacation, or even the details of everyday objects. The world is full of fun surprises! I took these photos while on vacation in Spain.
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