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Jennifer graduated from James Madison University in 1991 and received her J.D. from the District of Columbia School of Law in 1995, where she graduated with honors.

Jennifer moved back to Hanover County where she raised her children and now resides with her family. She enjoys volunteering in the community and currently serves in a leadership role on the Board of the Patrick Henry YMCA and as the President of the Rotary Club of Ashland. Professionally she is a Past-President of the Richmond Metropolitan Family Law Bar Association, a member of the Lewis F. Powell Jr. American Inn of Court, and the Hanover Bar Association. She is a frequent speaker on family law topics including protective orders, spousal support and trial advocacy.

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Maria Tucciarone

In 2014, just a year before I moved to Richmond, the city was dubbed as one of the “8 UnderThe-Radar Foodie Cities In The World’ by U.S. News & World Report. The title excited me for two main reasons: one, I am a die hard foodie who loves to explore new cuisines; and two, I just couldn’t believe how lucky I was that a city, to where I was moving, was actually being recognized as one of the most notable foodie towns in the World.

So, as soon as I reached Richmond and unloaded my belongings, it became my mission to see for myself what the city had to offer.

And I didn’t waste a moment of time. Restaurants like Croaker’s Spot, Vagabonds, Latitude and West Coast Provisions became my chomping grounds. Rogue Gentlemen, Perch, Boathouse and Pumpkins Kitchen Café were all on my ever-growing list of places to visit. Every time I visited one restaurant, a brand-new one would open, introducing my taste buds to new and interesting flavor combinations almost every day of the week. I was in culinary heaven during those first few years, with nightly dinner reservations on Cloud Nine.

Maria is a poet at heart and tends to think in iambic pentameter. She has written two books of sonnets: In Shakespeare’s Shadow and Broken Birds. Her books can be found in Richmond bookstores and online at any major retailer. She is currently working on her third volume of poetry. Maria loves the literary scene in Richmond. Her spoken word has been spotlighted at Café Zata and Firehouse Theater. She has been published nationally in Tea Time Magazine and locally in magazines and anthologies. When she’s not writing, Maria may be found with her nose in a book or hunting for treasures at antique shops. Her best friends are her husband, Tom, a musician, and her children, Holden and Felina.

And I’m glad to say that even today, I still continue to find new (or rather, new-to-me) restaurants each week. However, I have found that during these winter months it is often just as fulfilling to enjoy a meal at home as it is to go out to a popular restaurant.

Which is why, in this issue of West Ends Best, we highlight some amazing ways to bring restaurant quality food to your home. And it all starts with the décor. In the article Jazz Up Your Kitchen on page 62, we highlight ways to make your kitchen more warm and inviting… a place where you would want to cook. Tips include repainting the walls and reorganizing the countertops, amongst other things of course. And once the decorating is over, you can try a couple of the Healthy, Tasty Recipes that we feature on page 28. Learn how just a few ingredients can turn into deliciously stuffed spinach and feta chicken meal or scrumptious porcupine sliders! Both of which will not break the calorie bank.

So while it’s always a treat to get out of the house, I invite you to please, join me on this jour-

Constance Whitney

After spending the majority of her formative years living overseas, when it came time to settle down Constance quickly chose Richmond as her home.

The history, the people, the culture — the food! As dedicated word mercenary, Constance writes for the technical world during the day and uses her gift of prose after hours to document her never-ending quest to explore all life has to offer.

ney to explore the taste buds of Richmond right in your own home. I hope you love what you prepare just as much as I did!

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Events Calendar

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JANUARY 23

Southeast Asian Connection with the Richmond Symphony JANUARY 10

Honey Dewdrops and Bumper Jacksons Laura Wortman and Kagey Parrish are celebrating their 9th year of touring full time as The Honey Dewdrops, having blazed stages and festivals far and wide in North America and Europe.

The evening’s performance features Debussy’s Pagodes and La boite a joujoux with a traditional Balinese shadow play. This event is part of the Tucker-Boatwright Festival of Literature and the Arts.

7:30 p.m. / $36 – adults, see website for additional pricing information / The Modlin Center, Booker Hall of Music, 410 Westhampton Way (University of Richmond), 804-289-8980 / Modlin.Richmond.edu/Events

8 p.m. / $20 – Advance/$25 – At the door / Tin Pan, 8992 Quioccasin Road /TinPanRVA.com

JANUARY 25

Early Elton LIVE At The Tin Pan Early Elton features Jeff Kazee of Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes (piano and vocals), Rich Pagano of The Fab Faux (drums and vocals) and John Conte of Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes (bass and vocals). The trio of respected artists delivers a historic recreation and interpretation of Elton John’s music

FEBRUARY 2

Emme St. James and her Jazz Gentlemen Bring your sweetheart and enjoy an intimate evening of Winter Romance with Richmond’s own Emme St. James and Her Jazz Gentlemen.

8:00 p.m. / $15 (advance), $20 (at the door) / Tin Pan, 8992 Quioccasin Road /TinPanRVA.com

8 p.m. / $30 (advance), $35 (at the door) / Tin Pan, 8992 Quioccasin Road /TinPanRVA.com

JANUARY 12 - 13

Altria Masterworks: Beethoven Emperor & Mahler 5 Join the Richmond Symphony and guest artist Orion Weiss on piano for a sensational evening of musical excellence and expertise.

Jan. 12 – 8 p.m., Jan 13 – 3 p.m. / See website for ticket info / Carpenter Theatre @ Dominion Energy Center, 600 E. Grace St., 804-788-1212 / RichmondSymphony.com

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Sounds of China

JANUARY 20 – 21

Jewish Food Festival Come and enjoy two days of Jewish food, music, and shopping at the twelfth annual Richmond Jewish Food Festival.

11:30 – 7:30 both days / Weinstein Jewish Community Center, 5403 Monument Ave. / RichmondJewishFoodFestival.com

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Led by artistic director and composer Ma Jiuyue, Sounds of China features an outstanding ensemble of contemporary Chinese folk musicians blending the ancient and modern by combining traditional Chinese music with modern arrangements. This event is part of the Tucker-Boatwright Festival of Literature and the Arts.

7:30 p.m. / $36 – adults, see website for additional pricing information / The Modlin Center, Booker Hall of Music, 410 Westhampton Way (University of Richmond), 804-289-8980 / Modlin.Richmond.edu/Events

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FEBRUARY 3

An Evening with Kari Smith Hanover native Kari Smith is not just Richmond Navigator’s very own staff writer, she’s also a lovely, talented singer and songwriter who draws a crowd wherever she performs.

6 p.m. / Rare Olde Times, 10602 Patterson Ave., 804-750-1346 / RareOldeTimes.com

FEBRUARY 22

An Evening With The Piano Guys

FEBRUARY 14-17

Richmond Ballet presents Cinderella Dreams magically transform into reality with one enchanted night at a ball. Filled with gusty humor and lyrical romance, Malcolm Burn’s Cinderella offers a unique telling of a centuries-old story that still touches our hearts today.

See website for show times / $25 - $125 / Carpenter Theatre, 600 E. Grace St. / DominionEnergyCenter.com

FEBRUARY 7

Daniel Champagne LIVE at the Tin Pan The story goes that the young Australian singer, songwriter and one-of-a-kind guitar virtuoso first picked up his instrument of choice as a five-year-old following in the footsteps of a musical father. He began writing songs at 12, training classically throughout his teens and performing solo wherever he could, honing his craft and developing what would become the dynamite live show that he is renowned for today.

8:00 p.m. / $15 (advance), $20 (at the door) / Tin Pan, 8992 Quioccasin Road /TinPanRVA.com

FEBRUARY 12-17

Waitress – Live on Stage Inspired by Adrienne Shelly’s beloved film, Waitress tells the story of Jenna - a waitress and expert pie maker. Jenna dreams of a way out of her small town and loveless marriage.

A baking contest in a nearby county and the town’s new doctor may offer her a chance at a fresh start, while her fellow waitresses offer their own recipes for happiness. But Jenna must summon the strength and courage to rebuild her own life.

See website for show times / From $43.50 / Altria Theater, 6 N. Laurel St. / AltriaTheater.com

FEBRUARY 15

An Evening With Branford Marsalis From his early acclaim as a saxophonist bringing new energy and new audiences to jazz, Marsalis has refined and expanded his talents and his horizons as a musician, composer, bandleader, and educator.

7:30 p.m. / $45 – adults. See website for additional pricing information / The Modlin Center, Booker Hall of Music, 410 Westhampton Way (University of Richmond), 804-289-8980 / Modlin.Richmond.edu/Events

8 p.m. / $44-$81, VIP tickets $184 / Altria Theater, 6 N. Laurel St./ BroadwayInRichmond.com

FEBRUARY 23

Shiver In The River

Shiver in the River is the Coolest Winter Festival in Virginia! The event will kick off with the Community Clean-up at 10 a.m. followed by the Shiver 5k Walk/Run at 12 p.m. and the James River Jump at 2 p.m. You and your family can participate in as much or as little as you want, and you can form teams challenging your family, friends and coworkers! The Winter Festival will be going on throughout the day with food trucks, beverages, live music, heated tents and a fun atmosphere!

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. / see website for registration fees / Historic Tredegar, 500 Tredegar St. / ShiverInTheRiver.com

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7:30 p.m. (show time) / See website for buffet and ticket pricing / Rare Olde Times, 10602 Patterson Ave. (Canterbury Shopping Center) / Modlin. Richmond. Edu/ events

The Piano Guys highly original blend of classical music with pop has created an internet phenomenon.

It’s a six-day celebration of wine, spirits, cider and local artisan cuisine. Wine dinners, cooking workshops and seminars are held in a variety of venues. The event is capped off with the Walk-Around Grand Tastings on March 2 and 3. The Walk-Around is an all-inclusive curated event offering attendees the opportunity to taste hundreds of wines, spirits, ciders, and specialty food. See the website for the full schedule of events.

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Do You Have an Exit Plan?

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But what if you don’t want to sell? That’s irrelevant. Sooner or later, every business owner will exit their business. If your business has truly lasting value, you have options. You can pass it on through family succession planning, an employee buyout, or a sale on the open market. The key is to have a business that many buyers will want to own.

Sadly, 70% of all businesses never sell. The owners simply close the doors and walk away because while they were working hard in their business, they were working on the wrong things.

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In the recent State of the County address, Henrico County Manager John Vithoulkas cited business-friendly fiscal policies that keep taxes low as a main reason for generating growth.

“Henrico has a pro-business approach,” says Twyla Powell, business attraction manager for Henrico County Economic Development Authority. “We also offer a variety of real estate – all different sizes, all different types, all different price points. The flexibility of that is important.”

Gary McLaren, executive director of the Henrico County Economic Development Authority shares another reason. “If you don’t pay attention to existing customers, you’re in trouble, so we pay attention to existing businesses,’’ he explains. “In our Business First program, we build relationships with and recognize existing companies.”

Here’s just a sampling of why Henrico County is flourishing:

Libbie Mill-Midtown “The whole vision of live-work-play-learn community is coming into reality here,” says Gumenick Properties spokesman J.R. Hipple of the new urban mixed-use development at Libbie Mill-Midtown. “You have the library and lake, offices, retail tenants and a new apartment community that just opened.”

Soon joining that lineup is Michael Cohan’s new restaurant, Crafted, which is expected to open in May 2019. “We chose the Libbie Mill area for its central location as well as the fantastic growth in the community.

The Gumenick Properties company has been amazing to work with and does everything first class,” says Cohan. “The feel of Crafted will be oldschool Richmond. The food and beverages will play off the name, with over 30 taps behind the bar and cocktails worthy of the Crafted name.”

Innsbrook When CEO Subhash Jaini opened his new data-mining company Precizion, he says the location was an important factor. “I feel like Innsbrook is where established tech companies go.” he says. “I love the parking, the restaurant choices and the stability of many of the businesses here.”

That atmosphere is why Innslake Place is currently under construction, with a scheduled completion in 2020. “What’s unique is that it’s the first apartment community inside Innsbrook’s Corporate Park,” says Colliers International Managing Director Joseph Marchetti, Jr. who is an in-

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vestor in the project. “It’s a natural progression of the work environment, where the younger workforce wants to live closer to their jobs. The lake and trails already at Innsbrook are part of the lifestyle they’re looking for.

All the amenities are nearby.” Innslake Place is being built at Innslake Drive and Dominion Boulevard.

Westwood area (aka “Scott’s Addition 2.0”) The global sports entertainment company Topgolf, with its multilevel, technology-based driving-range experience, is expected to draw in the crowds when it opens later in 2019 on Westwood Avenue. “We hope to offer residents and tourists an exciting new destination for entertainment,” says Topgolf Chief Development Officer Chris Callaway in a statement through his communications office.

Also moving into the Westwood corridor is Black Heath Meadery.

With a tasting room already located in nearby Scott’s Addition, Owner and President Bill Cavender says this second site will be used for the production of more mead. “We are moving into a facility on Dabney Road.

It was the right building for us at the right time, he explains. “We’re in buildout through March and will offer tours at the opening. I’m excited there are some other new developments in the area.”

Regency Square shopping mall Regency is using a unique approach, including adding a trampoline park, to bring people back. “We’re trying to change how Regency is viewed and make it more community based,” General Manager Steven Bonniville explains. “We’re not just focusing on retail, but doing things to drive people back into Regency. The experiences people want…the trampoline park is a big part of that.” Bonniville says Surge Trampoline, a fitness/entertainment facility, is moving into the former Macy’s North building. If construction stays on schedule, the trampoline park should open by summer 2019.

GreenGate Just west of Short Pump, the urban-style, mixed-use development of GreenGate is anticipating continued announcements of new tenants, according to architect Burt Pinnock, a principal with the Richmond-based Baskervill firm. “Green Gate is targeting Richmond-based businesses to bring the best of Richmond west of Richmond.” He adds that the vision of GreenGate is extraordinary experiences and Placemaking. “With the mix of uses, including an anchor grocery store and the adjacent residential community, we’re creating a complete community that is attractive to the local business owner.”

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Exciting Trends in Medicine Part 1 – Your Cervical Health

by Melanie Rasnic CDC guidelines, women should be screened starting at age 21, regardless of age of onset of sexual activity or other risk factors, by getting a Pap test which will look for precancerous cells.

They should get screened every three years until age 30, at which age they can be screened every 5 years – unless precancerous cells were found, and then every 3 years is still the recommendation. If abnormal cells are noted, the provider will outline biopsy and treatment options which are appropriate for the situation.

Although it can be stressful to hear that your results came back as anything but completely normal, providers urge women not to panic. “It’s important Photo courtesy: CDC to remember, an abnormal Pap doesn’t mean cancer,” says Dr. Douglas Barnas, an ob-gyn with Bon Secours Health System. “Early ou may not find it listed on any traditional calendar, but recentdetection and treatment have contributed to a significant decrease ly the United States Congress designated January as Cervical in cervical cancers and related deaths.” When asked about new and Health Awareness Month. exciting research related to this topic, Dr. Barnas explains, “Without This was done in an effort to educate the public about the fourth question, it’s the vaccine. It’s really better than a cure; we highly recmost common cancer in women worldwide, to remind women to get ommend it.” The nonavalent vaccine, which contains nine strains, inregular gynecological screenings and to urge parents to vaccinate their cluding the two which cause 70 percent of cervical cancers, offers the children for HPV, starting at age 11 or 12. most protection. “Also, the age for vaccination has been expanded to HPV (human papillomavirus) is nearly always the cause of cervical up to 45 years of age, from a previous 26 years.” dysplasia, an abnormal cell growth that can progThis reflects the fact that dating habits have ress to cancer. But when detected early, it can be changed over the years and people are changing treated and monitored, even at times resolving sexual partners more frequently. Some providers on its own. There are over 200 strains of the virus, are opting to do Pap tests beyond the CDC recmost of which are not harmful, but about 40 of ommended age of 65 for this reason as well. those strains can be easily spread through sexual If you are a parent and are considering the contact with skin and mucous membranes, and Dr. Barnas vaccine for your child but have questions, speak several of them are known to cause genital warts with your pediatrician or go to the CDC’s page and cervical dysplasia. The strains which cause for reliable information on safety and efficacy: https://www.cdc.gov/ warts are not the same as the cancerous ones, however a person can hpv/parents/vaccine.html. If you have questions about cervical cancarry multiple strains of the virus. One in four people in the US are cer screening guidelines and what applies to you or someone in your currently infected with HPV, and 14 million people, including teens, family, check out https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/knowledge/providerare infected each year. education/cervical/recommendations.htm for up-to-date helpful and About 13,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cerreliable information. If you have not been offered the vaccine and are vical cancer annually, resulting in approximately 4,200 deaths. The 45 years of age or younger, ask your ob-gyn if you are eligible to receive statistics are worse in developing countries due to lack of education, it. Cheers to your continuing good health! resources and availability of healthcare professionals. According to

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“Without question, it’s the vaccine. It’s really better than a cure; we highly recommend it.”

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Exciting Trends in Medicine Part 2 – How Healthy is Your Heart? What You Need to Know

by Melanie Rasnic

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s February approaches, many people’s thoughts turn to plans for Valentine’s Day; perhaps a romantic dinner, a weekend getaway or a thoughtful gift. As you ponder the eternal questions of the figurative heart – such as “What is love really? And how much should a dinner for two reasonably cost?” – don’t forget that February is also the month to show your physical heart some love! As part of an effort to raise awareness about heart disease, the number one killer of both men and women in the US, the American Heart Association, in cooperation with the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute has named February American Heart Month. Although clearly an ongoing concern, this month especially the healthcare community strives to remind the public to get educated on both the risk factors and the warning signs of heart disease. Here are a few common risk factors to consider:

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an evaluation by a cardiologist.

And although it isn’t the most pleasant dinner conversation, consider • Obesity – Over one in three adults and about one in six children in the asking about family history before issues arise. With one in four AmeriU.S. are obese. cans dying due to heart disease, the chances are good that someone in your family is at risk.

• High blood pressure – Millions of Americans have hypertension, and Often, cardiac surgeons won’t see a patient until preventative meaabout half of those do not have it under adequate control. Uncontrolled sures have failed, and they require a surgical procedure, but there is high blood pressure is one of the biggest known risks for heart disease exciting news on that front as well. According to Dr. Wehman, Memoand stroke. rial Regional Hospital is now offering transcatheter aortic valve replace• High cholesterol – Unhealthy eating habits, lack of physical activity, ment, or TAVR. This procedure, already available at St. Mary’s Hospital, obesity and smoking can lead to high levels of LDL, the undesirable type is a minimally invasive way to replace the aorof cholesterol. tic valve, which has traditionally been done through open heart surgery. This is especially • Smoking – Not only is smoking a major risk helpful if the patient is frail, elderly, or has had factor for heart disease, it is one of the leading open heart surgery already. causes of preventable death in the U.S. Another new offering is a combined apHowever, it is important to remember that proach towards treating atrial fibrillation, or someone can be the very picture of health and afib, which is one of the most common cardiac still have a predisposition towards heart disease. arrhythmias and, if left untreated, a major risk Dr. Brody Wehman, a cardiac surgeon with Bon factor for stroke. This new approach involves Dr. Brody Wehman Secours Health System, says “We see athletic, both the cardiologist/electrophysiologist and healthy-looking people all the time who have the cardiac surgeon, who are able to collaborate heart disease. The family history is key. Genetics has one of the stronat the time of admission. If necessary, they perform a procedure through gest roles.” Another key is to “pay attention to subtle symptoms of heart a small incision, and the patient is able to leave the hospital in just one disease, which may still require surgery to prevent a heart attack or to to two days. avoid progressing to heart failure,’’ he adds. “Catching it early is truly lifeFor more information on American Health Month and tips to reduce saving.” Some of the symptoms, whether subtle or more obvious, may your risk of heart disease, go to https://www.cdc.gov/features/heartmonth/ include shortness of breath, intermittent chest pain, and just generally index.html or https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/education-andfeeling weaker than usual. If you have any of these, you are urged to get awareness/heart-month. Cheers to your continued good heart health!

“We see athletic, healthylooking people all the time who have heart disease.

The family history is key.

Genetics has one of the strongest roles.”

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Cheers to a More Beautiful You

by Lisa Puster

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just turned 50 recently, and I’m still partially in denial. While I feel like I still look pretty good for my age, the telltale signs of aging are starting to rear their ugly heads. The laugh lines around my mouth, the fine lines above my upper lip and that pesky “number 11” between my eyebrows make me cringe whenever I look in the mirror. I’m honestly okay with the crow’s feet around my eyes because it shows character, and I’m not ashamed to be my age. I just don’t want to look my age! So, I decided it was time to check into ways to subtly help reverse Father Time’s cruelty.

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Microblading One of my pet peeves, after years of over-plucking, is my thin eyebrows that just won’t grow back. Great eyebrows are all the rage these days and have become a bit of a fashion accessory, but mine are anything but fashionable. So, what’s a girl to do?

Enter microblading, a semi-permanent technique that fills in and reshapes the brows by tattooing tiny lines that look like individual hairs. The procedure, sometimes referred to as “eyebrow embroidery” is done with a small, handheld, pen-like tool made up of several tiny needles that deposit pigment under the skin for a natural-looking brow. Prior to and during the procedure, a numbing cream is applied, making microblading virtually pain-free or only mildly uncomfortable.

The first microblading session takes about 2½ to 3 hours, which includes designing your perfectly-shaped eyebrows, followed by a pigment color selection and then the actual procedure. Four to six weeks after the initial session, you will return for any necessary touch-ups, which takes approximately 1½ to 2 hours. Microblading typically lasts one to three years, depending on your skin type and skincare routine.

To maintain fresh-looking brows, touch-up is suggested every 12 to 18 months.

Hydrafacial and Microdermabrasion Who doesn’t enjoy a good facial, whether it’s to maintain healthy skin, help remove blackheads and prevent breakouts, provide anti-aging benefits or just to feel relaxed and pampered. Facials have been a common treatment at day spas for years, but now there are new and improved procedures available that can provide even better results. Two of the most popular are Hydrafacial and Microdermabrasion. While both procedures exfoliate the skin, clean pores and stimulate the production of collagen, resulting in softer, smoother skin, there are also unique differences between the two treatments.

Hydrafacial is a three-step process that takes about 30 minutes. The first step cleanses and peels to uncover a new layer of skin with gentle exfoliation and resurfacing. The second step involves an extraction and hydration process that removes debris from your pores with painless suction, followed by nourishment with heavy-duty moisturizers to help quench your skin. The final step is to fuse and protect the skin’s surface by saturating it with antioxidants and peptides to enhance your skin’s glow.

Microdermabrasion is a procedure that removes the epidermis (the top layer of the skin) through exfoliation to buff away dead skin cells revealing softer, more even-looking skin.

The process can also remove or improve some skin imperfections, like blemishes, scarring and fine lines. In addition, the treatment cleans pores, stimulates blood flow and aids in collagen production, helping to tighten and tone the skin. While it’s a painless procedure, patients may experience some redness and swelling for a few hours to a few days.

Botox and Fillers Both Botox and dermal fillers are minimallyinvasive, cosmetic procedures given by injection, usually in a plastic surgeon or dermatologist’s office.

Botox is an FDA-approved neurotoxin that works to freeze muscles in the face to prevent movement. Since Botox only works on muscles caused by facial expressions, such as upper face, forehead and around the eyes, wrinkles in those areas are softened, reduced or even removed. Botox is not a permanent treatment, and only lasts 3-4 months, so multiple treatments are necessary for continued wrinkle-reducing effects.

Derma fillers are injected beneath the surface of the skin to help add volume and fullness and can include temporary and permanent materials. The most common fillers are Restylane, Juvederm and Belotero.

Derma fillers can be used to plump up thinning lips, enhance or fill in shallow areas of the face, reduce or remove dark circles under the eyes, fill in recessed scars and soften or fill in wrinkles.

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Some women develop with a naturally full bustline, while others end up smaller and less full, due to nature or aging. Being smaller (or larger) than average can affect a woman’s self-esteem, create clothes-buying issues and sometimes even cause bullying.

A good friend of mine finished her teenage years at 5-foot 9-inches and big-boned but with a double-A bra size that made her super selfconscious about her lack of cleavage for most of her adult life. She felt like her bust size didn’t fit the rest of her body and endured some teasing in her teen years. After she had her second (and final) child, she decided to do something about it… just for herself and her own self-confidence.

She booked an appointment with a well-known plastic surgeon and increased her breast size to fit her body. She was happy and felt complete, proportionate and confident, finally… until she had complications on one side and had to have it redone by a different plastic surgeon.

While it all turned out well in the end and she is happy with the results now, plastic surgery and breast augmentation can be risky, and you can sometimes end up with less than natural-looking results.

With traditional breast augmentation, you are typically adding a foreign object into your body, in the form of a silicon or saline implant, to increase breast size. Wouldn’t it be great if you didn’t have to add something unnatural to your body but could still get the same enhanced results? Well, now you can, due to fat-transfer breast augmentation, which uses liposuction to take fat from other parts of your body and inject it into your breasts. This is a good option for women who are looking for a relatively small increase in breast size and more natural results.

While all these procedures are available, some are better-suited for each person and each situation than others. Consult a board-certified, highly-rated and well-respected plastic surgeon, dermatologist or day spa to find out which options are best for you and your individual needs.

Here’s to looking fabulous and feeling confident in 2019!

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HEALTHY, TASTY RECIPES You’ve been promising yourself for over month, now. As soon as the New Year arrives, you’re going to start eating more healthily. If you really mean that, here are a few recipes for some delicious and healthy dishes. If you didn’t really mean it, then move on to our Super Bowl Appetizer Recipes on page 46.

Place a few leaves in bottom of 2 1/2 quart pan to prevent sticking. Arrange rolls in compact rows and barely cover with water. Sprinkle a tablespoon of salt on top of the rolls. Place a ceramic plate over them so the rolls will remain firm and intact.

Cover pan and cook on medium stove fire for 15 minutes. Add lemon juice, lower heat and simmer for an additional 15 minutes.

Unmold by placing plate over pan and invert.

STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES

Traditional Lebanese Recipe Compiled by the ladies of St. Anthony’s Maronite Church in Glen Allen

Mediterranean food is not only delicious, but it is also healthy. The European Society of Cardiology released a study in April 2016 linking the Mediterranean diet “with lower cardiovascular (CV) mortality.” Keeping this new study in mind, here is a recipe for stuffed grape leaves, from the local Glen Allen Lebanese community’s “Traditional Lebanese Recipe” cookbook.

INGREDIENTS

55-65 grape leaves (3-4”), fresh or canned 1 pound lamb or lean ground beef 1 cup uncooked rice 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon allspice

DIRECTIONS

Rinse rice in cold water and drain. Add all ingredients, with the exception of lemon juice and leaves. Mix well to create the filling.

Wilt leaves by rinsing a few at a time in hot water. (Hot water is kept near the working area). Drain. Place a heaping teaspoon of filling on the edge of the dull side of the leaf. Begin rolling using the technique similar to assembling jellyroll pastries. After the first roll, fold ends and continue rolling. This will be about 1/2” to 3/4” thick depending on size of leaf.

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DELICIOUSLY STUFFED SPINACH & FETA CHICKEN This is the time of year when people love to cook delicious, hearty meals to share with family and friends. Without much work, this recipe will make for a fantastic presentation to impress your loved ones.

INGREDIENTS

4 chicken breasts 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon paprika 1 teaspoon salt divided ¼ teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon onion powder 4 ounces feta cheese ¼ cup grated Parmesan 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

1 ½ cups chopped fresh spinach 1 teaspoon garlic, minced ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

DIRECTIONS

1.) Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

2.) Butterfly cut each chicken breast in half horizontally. Do not cut them all the way through. Lay flat on baking sheet.

3.) Add feta, Parmesan, mayonnaise, spinach, garlic, red pepper and remaining ½ teaspoon of salt to a small mixing bowl and stir well to combine. Spoon onto inside of the chicken.

4.) Combine the paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder into a bowl. Sprinkle onto the inside of the chicken then close.

5.) Brush the outside of the chicken breasts with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste.

6.) Place into oven until it is golden brown (About 30 minutes).

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup Brown rice, long-grain, regular, dry 1 tsp. Canola oil 1 ½ Tbsp. Fresh onion, peeled, diced ¼ cup Fresh celery, diced 1 ½ tsp. Fresh garlic, minced 1 lb. raw ground turkey, lean 1 Egg, beaten 5 Tbsp. Dried cranberries, chopped ¾ cup Fresh baby spinach, chopped 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce ½ tsp. Salt ½ tsp. Ground black pepper 1 dash Ground white pepper 6 (1 oz. each) Mini whole-wheat rolls (small dinner roll size) Preparation Time: 30 minutes Cooking Time: 1 hour 20 minutes Makes six sliders 1 slider provides 2 oz. equivalent meat/meat alternate, and 1 oz. equivalent grains.

DIRECTIONS

1.) Preheat oven to 350 °F. 2.) Combine brown rice and ½ cup water in a small pot and bring to a boil. Turn heat down to low. Cover and cook until water is absorbed, about 30-40 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Cover and refrigerate until completely cooled. A rice cooker may be used with the same quantity of brown rice and water.

3.) Heat canola oil in a small skillet. Add onions, celery,and garlic. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat. Cover and refrigerate until completely cooled.

4.) In a medium mixing bowl, combine turkey, egg, cranberries, spinach, Worcestershire sauce, salt, peppers, brown rice, and sautéed vegetables. Mix well. Shape into 6 patties.

PORCUPINE SLIDERS Porcupine Sliders are healthy, mouth-watering turkey burgers, high in protein, with just the right amount of spices and a kick of sweet cranberries, all served on small whole-wheat rolls. The addition of brown rice to the burger mixture creates a prickly look like little porcupines – thus their name. Porcupine Sliders are a delicious, nutritious, and appetizing way to get kids to eat more healthily. The simple ingredients and easy preparation makes them a favorable choice for a quick menu idea that kids will enjoy! The recipe was the grand prize winner in the South Education Center Alternative (SECA) School recipe challenge.

5.) Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray. Place patties evenly spaced on baking sheet.

6.) Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes at 350 °F to an internal temperature of 165 °F or higher for at least 15 seconds (use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature). Do not overcook. Remove from oven and serve on a mini whole-wheat roll. Serve immediately.

7.) Serving suggestion: Serve with onion, lettuce, tomatoes, ketchup, and mustard.

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THE GYM OF THE FUTURE

INNOVATIONS CREATE NEW EXERCISE OPTIONS

Photo courtesy: Icaros

by Quinn Tobias

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n a culture that relies heavily on technology to complete everyday tasks, it is essential that society adjusts. The fitness world has had no problems adapting and has successfully produced new fitness technologies that can be seamlessly integrated into working out.

The convenience of at-home training has increased its popularity. Technological advancements have skyrocketed since the inception of the simplistic Fitbit. Instead of wearing a watch that only tracks your steps, you can now wear the Under Armour Gemini 3 RE smart shoe (UnderArmour.com). Chosen as Runners World best pick in 2017, it has a fitness tracker embedded in the sole of the shoe that records your workout statistics.

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For non-runners, Naboso (NabosoTechnology.com) offers a yoga mat that improves one’s posture while stimulating the body’s nervous system. The Naboso Mind Mat 1.0 could be used in conjunction with one of the several at-home yoga workouts available online, replacing the trainer’s tips from the gym with feedback from the mat. Naboso’s patentpending surface technology will revolutionize at-home yoga workouts.

Virtual reality training sessions are a new trend. The German company Icaros (Icaros.com) leads the revolution, offering virtual reality products that simulate flying or diving while engaging core muscles from the convenience of your home. By shifting away from the redundant gym routine, Icaros offers an adrenaline rush while you chisel your core.

Halo Sport (HaloNeuro.com), developed

by Halo Neuroscience, offers a groundbreaking advancement for people who want to improve their fitness regimen.

The Halo Sport stimulates neurons in your motor cortex by using electric currents sent through a headset. The US military, US Olympic teams and the San Francisco Giants are all using this technology.

Wearable technology has become standard among gym-goers. If you are not wearing a fitness tracker of some sort, Photo courtesy: Halo Sport you are more than likely tracking your progress on your phone through one of the many apps available. In order to maintain relevance, gyms have become more tech friendly.

A developing market for fitness technology means that people will have options in when working out. Now, you have the option of either joining a gym and being coached in a social setting, or working out independently with any of the plethora of new devices marketed to make working out more convenient.

Don’t Let Age Sneak Up On You “Most women spend so much time caring for others, they don’t even notice the gradual signs of aging that are occurring in their face. Then one day, they look in the mirror and barely recognize the person they see.” That truism comes from Dr. Joe Niamtu, a local cosmetic surgeon who specialDr. Joe Niamtu, III, DMD izes in the face and neck. It’s that reality that served as the basis for a conversation I had recently with Dr. Niamtu and one of his patients, Chesterfield resident, Cheryl Cecil. It was fascinating to get the viewpoint of both doctor and patient on the question - what do you do when age takes its inevitable toll on our face and neck?

“Today, many patients are starting in their 30’s with nonsurgical procedures like Botox and line fillers,” says Dr. Niamtu.

“And although that can help disguise aging, it doesn’t stop the process or remove excess skin.”

Over the years, our face and neck naturally becomes more lax and wrinkled, he explains. Our eyelids begin to droop and we develop “turkey neck” and jowls.

It’s a reality Cheryl Cecil knows all too well. “For several years I had become aware of my loose skin. I knew I wanted to do something. It was affecting my selfconfidence. I felt like I looked 20 years older than my age,” she says. A friend recommended that Cecil pay a visit to Dr. Niamtu.

“I was impressed from the moment, I met him. He was caring, had a patient attitude, and listened carefully to exactly what I wanted,” shares Cecil. “He took the time to describe my options and answer all my questions. He literally has thousands of before and after pictures of his surgical results, which were all very natural.”

“When patients see all the wonderful outcomes we’ve achieved, it gives them confidence in safe surgery with natural results,” says Dr. Niamtu. “That’s my number one priority with every procedure. Good cosmetic surgery should whisper, not scream” Cecil admits that the fact that Dr. Niamtu specializes in face and neck surgery gave her added confidence. “Many surgeons perform facelifts, but may only do a handful because they are also performing other types of body surgery. Dr. Niamtu concentrates only on the face and neck, and he does around 100 facelifts a year. “

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Cecil was also impressed with the staff at Dr. Niamtu’s in-office surgery center. “Everyone was both efficient and sweet. They explained everything from pre- to post-op instruction.” And although she was fully advised of the risks that come with any procedure, Cecil says she felt very secure with Dr. Niamtu. “The surgery was done in one day.

The healing took some time, as I expected. Wherever you have cutting, you need healing.” She says that the instructions given her by Dr. Niamtu and his staff prepared her well.

Despite the healing period, Mrs. Cecil confidently declares, “I would do it all over again. The results were worth it.” It’s been almost a year since her surgery, and in retrospect, she says, “I feel like my wishes were granted. I wanted a tight neck. In addition to giving me a beauti-ful neck, I look a lot younger than I had hoped for. I am super pleased. My self image and self confidence have greatly improved.”

If you’re considering cosmetic facial surgery, Dr. Niamtu offers these tips: • “Do it for the right reason. It’s not going to save your marriage. It’s not going to get you a promotion at work. But if you want to look as young as you feel, then you might be a good candidate.

• Select a doctor who has lots of experience performing the procedure you are interested in.

• Look for someone who operates in a fully-accredited surgery center. In-office centers meet the same standards as a hospital, but offer a concierge experience with greater privacy and personal attention.

• Choose a doctor you can communicate with. This includes being able to call your doctor direct at any time.

• Don’t feel guilty about making yourself a priority. Everyone deserves to look and feel good about themselves.”

Cecil has her own parting advice: “Be sure you know what you want. Be certain that you want the surgery. You should have confidence in your doctor. I have real confidence in Dr. Niamtu as a skilled surgeon.”

To learn more, visit Dr. Niamtu’s website: LoveThatFace.com or phone 804-934-3223.

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by Stephanie C. Voth, DDS MSD

Most likely you or someone you know has had impressions taken of your teeth at your dentist or orthodontist’s office. Traditionally these molds are made with a putty-like material that may have been messy or produced a gag response. Well, gag no more! Fortunately, the dental field has joined the digital times with digital intraoral scanners. These scanners are efficient, easy to use and allow for “goop” free impressions to be made of a patient’s teeth and gums.

Today, intraoral scanners are becoming the standard of care. Similar to digital 2D and 3D x-rays, digital intraoral scanners offer more accuracy than their traditional counterparts. From single tooth crowns and bridges to complete tooth replacements with dental implants, digital impressions have become integral to the restorative and treatment planning process.

As a periodontist, I’ve had the opportunity to use a digital intraoral scanner for my patients and I’ve found that the ease of use of the scanner system and the transfer of information to our in-house laboratory to be extremely valuable.

Digital impressions have been very useful in managing the planning of patient cases that involve more than one provider as the models can be easily shared between team members. The scanner has especially helped guide dental implant cases, ensuring patient satisfaction with the final treatment outcomes. The precision in which the scanner is able to capture a patient’s teeth and gums makes the delivery of a crown, bridge, or other intraoral device much more efficient. The fit and final outcome of tooth replacements are more accurate.

A digital impression is typically a comfortable experience. Taking only a matter of minutes, it does not require anesthesia and there is no radiation. It is essentially a high speed video of your mouth! The wands for the newest intraoral scanner models are small and do not require a patient to open very wide.

If you’ve been waiting to get dental work done, and may need an intraoral scan, come see us at Virginia Family Dentistry to get started!

Dr. Voth is a Board Certified Periodontist at Virginia Family Dentistry’s Staples Mill and Short Pump locations. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Medical College of Virginia at VCU and then complete a one-year residency in Advanced General Dentistry before being accepted into a three-year Periodontics Specialty residency at VCU where she earned her Master of Science Degree. Dr. Voth is able to treat periodontal disease, perform soft tissue and bone grafting procedures, place dental implants and provide oral and IV sedation for her patients. She and her husband David live in Midlothian and love spending time with family, friends and their dog Bowman.

Virginia Family Dentistry is a group practice of more than 50 doctors specializing in Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Dental Implants, Prosthodontics, Periodontics, Endodontics, Cosmetic and General Dentistry. With 15 convenient locations in the Richmond Metro Area, we can assist you in creating your youthful smile. For a location near you, visit VAdentist.com.

Our four West End locations: Short Pump (804) 364-7010; West End Orthodontic & Pediatric Specialty Center (804) 351-5432; Patterson/Parham (804) 364-7090; Staples Mill (804) 672-4900 — VAdentist.com

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APEX MD Pinpoint The Problem.

Find The Root Cause

by Rocky Womack

Dr. Rumki Banerjee, known affectionately as “Dr. B.” to her patients, is the director of Apex-MD and the Medical Director of the Apex - Holistic Wellness Center

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n some medical practices today, there seems to be a lost art of identifying a health problem and finding a real solution. Instead, fast-paced medical offices had rather just locate the symptom, issue a prescription and move on to the next patient.

At Apex MD, they’ve returned to the solution approach by finding the root problem of a person’s aliment. “It’s not about prescribing a pill and sending the patient away,” says Dr. Suman Banerjee, chief medical officer and Dr. Suman Banerjee founder of Apex MD. “It’s understanding why they have the problem. Almost every approach to our practice is to first identify the root cause of the problem, and then track the root cause rather than treating the problem.”

He believes that’s why an integrated-medicine, holistic-care and wellness-center approach, built into his primary care and family medical practice, helps to manage patients better for long-term care. It helps “them take control of their own health,” he says. “Those include things like a registered dietitian and health coach to provide the necessary lifestyle modification, education and nutritional education for a patient to eat right and live right.”

That’s the magical philosophy practiced by Dr. Banerjee and his staff

at 5310 Twin Hickory Road, Suite A, Glen Allen, Va. It obviously works, because the medical practice has blossomed significantly from its beginning about eight years ago.

“It has grown and evolved since we first started in 2011. The concepts were there, but a lot of it was outsourced. Now, everything is in-sourced, so we have better control and better visibility,” Dr. Banerjee says. “We are able to offer services in-house rather than just sending them off to maybe a dietitian who is offsite. They may see or may not see the patient, and we’d see them randomly rather than consistently.”

According to its website, Apex MD’s team includes a family nurse practitioner, registered dietitian, certified nutritional specialist, pathology consultant, registered nurse, Ayurveda practitioner, medical massage therapist, licensed master esthetician, certified medical assistants, clinical care coordinator, patient relationship coordinator and yoga instructor.

Dr. Banerjee hopes his practice will expand into different areas of healthcare, while being mindful of maintaining quality over quantity.

Currently, Apex MD serves patients within a 20- to 25-mile radius. By offering more services to existing patients, he believes good word of mouth may offer a positive side effect – expanding his patient base within that radius and hopefully beyond. Visit Apex MD today to learn more about this integrated, holistic and wellness approach to medicine.

Apex MD is open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday and 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday. For more information, call 804-273-0010 (main office) or 804-273-0049 (holistic wellness services) or visit https://apex-md.com.

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SENIORS

Fabulous At 50

by Constance Whitney

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everal years ago, I went to lunch with my mom. It was at one of those all-youcan-eat buffets in Las Vegas. A teenybopper hostess greeted us and said, “Two for the senior discount?” If a similar moment has happened to you, you know what I’m talking about – the world stopped spinning. While technically, yes, I had passed the big-50 milestone a month before that, it was the first time I heard those words in relation to myself. It was both monumental, and slightly cataclysmic! As I stood there in momentary shock, my mom laughed so hard I thought her teeth were going to slip out! Mom’s empathetic nature was not in high gear at that moment.

There persists, in our culture, stereotypical versions of age-based milestones. One must be kissed by 16 and get drunk at 21. Just as mandatory are the edicts that one must dread

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turning 40 and then enthusiastically embrace being fabulous at 50. The pressures to meet society’s mandates are fierce. And I am a stickler for meeting society’s expectations.

As a proud Baby Boomer, I quickly realized that 50 and fabulous is a mindset that only a generation as great as mine could have conceived. We defined mini-skirts and flower power. We literally wrote the book on hitchhiking through the galaxy, and we gave the world disco. Being fabulous is our hallmark — being 50 is simply a route marker.

Being fabulous is a choice. It’s an attitude, and one I’m proud to share with a group of equally as fabulous over 50ers. The youngsters of the world look at 50 and think old.

Those of us in the group look at 50 and say yippee! We act up in inappropriate ways when out for a night on the town. We embar-

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rass our grandkids with our antics and bore them with our stories of grandeur. We dance in the streets and laugh until our sides hurt.

We camp out at music festivals and go to NYC for no reason whatsoever other than just because. We work out at the gym because it keeps us active, and then we take that ability to be active and continue to blaze new trails.

In January, some of us in this fabulous group will be going to Belize to stay in a treehouse and zipline through the jungle canopy. In February, others of us are going to Iceland to walk on glaciers.

Living fabulous means that we work hard, and we play even harder. We laugh at boundaries, and we scoff at boxes that try to confine us. Our options are limited only by our imaginations, and our pursuit of happiness is limited by nothing.

“Exceeding customer expectations in a unique and outstanding way.”

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anorhouse Assisted Living & Memory Care would like to thank the Richmond Community for voting us as one of the top five senior living communities in the Richmond area. The rating was awarded last fall by The Richmond Times-Dispatch’s annual “The Best” contest. We would also like to thank our dedicated and compassionate team for helping us to achieve a most coveted deficiency free survey during our annual inspection by the Department of Social Services most recently. With more than three decades of experience in senior living, Manorhouse Management has always called the West End of Richmond our home.

As a locally owned and operated community, we are very proud of this achievement in the first year of operations in our new location.

Many families have chosen Manorhouse through word of mouth

• NO LARGE ENTRANCE FEES • 2 bedroom, 2 bath independent living cottages with garage and outdoor patio • Deluxe 1 bedroom assisted living apartments, suites and studios

referrals from current satisfied residents and families. We are truly honored to serve this special population and appreciate all the support and votes of confidence from our residents, families and vendors in the community. In addition to local ownership and local corporate support that takes great pride in a strong reputation, it is our great team of compassionate and dedicated professionals, our nurses, caregivers, cooks, housekeepers and experienced leadership that led Manorhouse to success in our first full year of operation. Thank you again team for all that you do. To the Richmond community, thank you again!

To experience our commitment to exceeding customer expectations in a unique and outstanding way, contact our Director of Marketing & Admissions, Valerie Robinson, at 804-360-7777.

• Memory care suites and studios on ground floor with two secure courtyards • Licensed nurses on site 24 hours every day • State-of-the-art nurse call response and security systems • Locally owned and operated

Call Valerie Robinson at 804.360.7777 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

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BE A TAILGATE TITAN! CROCK POT BBQ Low degree of difficulty and maximum flexibility to suit individual taste preferences, this homemade BBQ is a real crowd pleaser. See the recipe on pg. 46 and be the MVP of your Super Bowl party.

tastebudz with Ashley Jefferson and Steve Cook

Hi, this is Ashley. I’m kinda flying solo for this issue of TasteBudz as Steve has been doing a lot of traveling. He travels. I eat. Let me share with you some of my recent discoveries. As a relative newcomer to the area, I’ve visited some of these fine places for the first time. Your old favorites have become some of my new favorites. Let me share:

GOING SOUTHERN STYLE: When you’re in the mood for classic, southern dining with cocktails and wine, one of the first place you should consider is Julep’s at 420 E. Grace St. Since 2003, Julep’s New Southern Cuisine has served some of the finest dinners in Downtown Richmond including fried green tomatoes, roasted acorn squash soup and Julep’s signature shrimp and grits. After one visit, you’ll quickly understand why the restaurant is one of Richmond’s “Top Seven Sensations.”

Julep’s owner Amy Cabaniss and Executive Chef Cory Chaney work together to bring a wonderful mix of classic and modern southern fare as Chef Chaney frequently spoils his quests with seasonal specialties.

For instance, this past summer, Julep’s featured a seasonal menu that included tasty pork belly with smoked sorghum and fresh corn on the cob

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griddlecakes. On January 24th, Chef Cheney will begin to prepare Julep’s Dogfish Beer Dinner. More details of the dinner will be released soon.

But if you’re like most fans and cannot wait until then, make reservations now. Julep’s is the perfect place to dazzle business clients or friends.

Private dining space is available for parties, accommodating up to 50 for a sit down dinner or luncheon. Larger parties of up to 125 guests are invited to reserve the entire restaurant. And if you’re in the mood for solo dinning, or even just a dinner for two, take advantage of the $5 @ 5:00 Bar Menu where tasty bites like confit duck fritters, chipotle deviled eggs and mesquite-smoked pork sausage are just $5. House-brand mixed drinks and Julep’s signature Jim Beam Mint Julep are also served for the same price during that time.

I Gotta Have CAVA: I’d never heard of the term “Chef-Casual” until recently when I visited CAVA. Apparently, the term is used to describe restaurants that serve premium quality cuisine in a more relaxed, casual environment. If this definition is true, CAVA (11780 West Broad St.) most definitely fits the bill. It’s the brainchild of three first-generation Greek Americans, Ted Xenohristos, Ike Grigoropoulos and Executive Chef Dimitri Moshovitis. The childhood friends wanted to bring the authentic flavors of the Mediterranean to the United States in a quick and convenient way. And boy, did they bring it! The flavors of their grilled meatballs, falafel and braised lamb are robust. And their roasted red pepper hummus, traditional hummus and crazy feta dip are so savory that I just couldn’t get enough. Fortunately for me, their dips are available at Whole Foods. So, whenever I’m in the mood, I can have a little CAVA at home.

Photo: Josh Young

ONCE UPON A TIME THERE WAS A TAVERNA: The thing about that I love about Greek Taverna (1903 Staples Mill Road) is that the food is always delicious and the atmosphere always feels like home. I tend to pop in on Wednesdays and order my usual Taverna Pikila, a generous platter of food that includes a veritable smorgasbord of home-made spanakopitas, tiropitas, keftedes and sausage. On Wednesdays, all Greek wine is half-off, which is a rather appealing offer that’s hard for me to resist. Though he doesn’t drink (alcohol), my fiancé, John, always enjoys a few items from the Happy Hour menu. And together, we sit in the dinning room as comfortable as if we are in our own home. It’s always a treat when you find great food in a restaurant where the staff knows your name. Greek Taverna is definitely one of those places.

Photo: Josh Young

Let’s Do The Hoke Poke: Are you familiar with poke? If not, allow me to explain. Poke is a traditional Hawaiian dish that consists of diced fish tossed in sea salt. In the continental U.S., the fish is often served with rice or salad, both of which I love. So, when I stumbled upon Hoke Poke in Short Pump (11823 W. Broad St.), I almost fell out! Hoke Poke serves responsibly sourced, sushi-grade fresh fish with local produce and original sauces. When I arrived, I was invited to “build” my own poke bowl by selecting my base (rice or salad) and the types of protein I wanted.

There were several to choose from, including ahi tuna, salmon and teriyaki chicken. Next, I was able to select my mix-ins and then my sauces.

For the novice poke eater, the Hoke Poke offers several signature Chef’s Choice bowls. However, I’m a pro, and I opted to build my own. I started with a large poke bowl, filled with citrus kale, ahi tuna, aloha tuna, At-

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lantic salmon and citrus scallops. Then, I added mango and pineapple chunks, before mixing in some sesame shoyo. Finally, I topped it off with a seaweed salad and crispy onions. The combination of flavors made my mouth want to dance. And of course, that dance would be the Hoke Poke!

SUSHI AND A MOVIE: Last weekend, my fiancé, John, and I spent a little time in Ya Ya’s Cookbook before catching a film. The thing about Ya Ya’s Cookbook is that it’s located right next to the Regal Cinemas in Short Pump (11674 W Broad St.). So, it’s easy to relax there just before a movie begins. Plus, when we show the waitress our movie tickets, we receive 50% off of an appetizer. Interestingly enough, John and I rarely take advantage of the appetizer discount because we always seem to end up at the sushi bar. And last weekend was no different. The sushi bar at Ya Ya’s Cookbook is rather unique. Instead of having bar stools for us to sit in, they have swings! I love sitting in those swings. They hang from the ceiling and cradle us like a little baby in an upright carriage. John is a pretty big boy, so it’s nice to see how he hangs in there. Even though he’s a hefty 6’3, his feet barely touch the floor! While there, John ordered the Orange Chicken dish and I, the Ramen noodles. Both, as expected, were very yummy. We didn’t leave anything on our plates. The two of us hung around the bar, literally, until we realized that our movie had already started. Ya Ya’s has a way of comforting us with good service, cozy seating and delicious food that we totally forgot about our film. Fortunately, we only missed the previews. But it was OK. We rather spend our time at Ya Ya’s Cookbook anyway To wrap things up, I’ll share a post from Steve about an enjoyable dining experience he had just a bit outside of town.

PUTTING ON THE DOG: Before I tell you about an exceptional destination dining experience I had recently, first, I have to give you a disclaimer: I’ve known Walter Wilkes, owner/chef at The White Dog Bistro, in Mathews since he was a baby.

I’d heard all sorts of good things about his culinary skills in his restaurant. For instance, in 2016, Coastal Virginia magazine presented Walter with their “Best Overall Restaurant Award.

But I had never really sampled his fare until a few weeks ago when four of us visited the restaurant, I had no idea just what a fantastic place this is. First of all, the building is beautiful. It’s a 175-year-old (or so) structure that began as a hotel. It’s also served as a private home and as a bed and breakfast through the years. Today Walter and his lovely wife Amanda run the place as both a restaurant as well as one of the region’s most popular wedding venues. Virginia Living has given Walter top honors as “Best Caterer or Wedding Venue.”

There’s so much to love about The White Dog. From the moment you enter, you’re greeted with a warm welcome and with the warmth of the beautiful, cozy setting.

Take a look at the menu. For a small restaurant, Walter has put together a rather sizable menu featuring seafood, beef, duck, even game.

I chose the dry-aged rib eye for my entree. It was outstanding. The smokiness of the roasted prime rib was a delight. The accompaniments, which were highlighted by the garlic-mashed potatoes were also excellent. As someone with a healthy appetite, I was surprised and happy that the portions were generous. Walter says that while a large percentage of his guests are from Richmond or other metro areas, including D.C., he still has to keep the preferences of the locals in mind and according to him, the locals like a bountiful meal. I do too.

I hesitated to order the crab cake because sometimes a talented chef will get too cutesy with the dish and flavor it up so that it doesn’t exactly taste like crab. If I had known that four times the bistro had been honored for serving “the best crab cakes,” I’d have ordered it. I did have a taste from one in our party. It was probably the best crab cake I’d ever had. The White Dog Bistro is a total winner. Check it out at TheWhiteDogBistro.com. (SC)

That will do it for now. We’ll be back in March with more TasteBudz.

Read Tastebudz Online each week at RichmondNavigator. com. If you have any restaurant news or recommendations, email us at TasteBudz@RichmondNavigator.com.

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Happy Hour Guide Little Mexico

MOSAIC

1328 W Cary St.; LittleMexicoVA.com

6229 River Rd. (River Road Shopping Center) | 804-288-7482; MosaicEdibles.com

Celebrating the flavors of life, Little Mexico offers authentic Mexican fare and refreshing beverages in a fun, casual atmosphere.

Draft Beer - $3

MOSAIC’s menu features healthy, eclectic world cuisine designed to appeal to a broad range of tastes. On “Wine-Down Wednesdays enjoy bottles of wine at half price with the purchase of a main. Sunday nights are Burger Nights ($7)

Rail Drinks - $3

MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 4 TO 7 P.M.

Queso Dip or Guacamole - $3

Beer, select draft - $4

Chicken Tinga Tacos - $5

High Balls - $6

Caprese Salad - $5

Wines, select - $6

3 Little Pigs (bacon 3 ways) - $5

Sangria, red or white - $6

Frye basket - $5

Mimosa Flights - $8

Gouda Pimento Fritter - $5

MONDAY THROUGH SUNDAY 3 TO 7 P.M.

Hondos Prime 4120 Cox Rd. (Innsbrook Shoppes) | 804-968-4323; HondosPrime.com You’ll feel more like you’re dining in your own private club as you enjoy the steaks, seafood, wine and top shelf cocktails at Hondos.

This exceptional West End restaurant offers 10 lunch specials for $10 - Monday through Friday 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. They also have a fantastic Sunday brunch buffet, which runs from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

MONDAY THROUGH SUNDAY: 4 TO 6:30 P.M. Highballs (Tanqueray, Smirnoff, Jack Daniels, Bacardi, Cuervo Especial) – $3.50

Pastrami pickles - $5

Legend’s Grille 1601 Willow Lawn Dr. (Willow Lawn Shopping Center); 804-562-8043; LegendsGrilleVA.com

Beer, domestic bottles - $3.25

Legends is THE place to bring the entire family, enjoy delicious fare, good drinks and watch your favorite game on one of the many TVs. In addition to daily Happy Hour specials, Legends has Monday Burger Nights (any burger $6), Taco Tuesdays ($2 each) and Wine Wednesdays (house wine glass $3/bottle $12)

Beer, draught - $1 off

MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 3 TO 7 P.M.

Calamari Frita - $6

Beer, draft ($1 off

Select Martinis - $5.50 House Wines - $5.50

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms - $6 Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail - $6 Ahi Tuna - $6 New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp - $6

Margarita - $3 Rail drinks - $3 House wines - $4 Appetizers, select - $6 (Includes chicken dip, onion rings, Bavarian pretzel, bacon cheese fries, Buffalo cheese quesadilla, classic potato skins)

Our Happy Hour Guide is provided as a service to our readers. This is not an advertisement, nor is any compensation involved.

All happy hour listings are subject to change. Please drink responsibly.

For a more extensive guide visit RichmondNavigator.com/flavor/happy-hour-guide

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FLAVOR

SUPER BOWL

APPETIZERS Okay, so you’re hosting the party for the “Big Game” this year and you don’t want to serve the same old meatballs and wings. Here are a couple of recipes for some easy and different appetizers that are sure to please your guests.

CROCK POT BBQ

INGREDIENTS

1 bone-in Boston Butt pork roast (fat cap on)

1 tablespoon salt

1.5 cups of cider vinegar (white vinegar will work, too)

Red pepper flakes to taste

1/2 tablespoon sugar

PREPARATION 1.) Heat the crock pot: for overnight, set to Low; for 5 hours, set to High.

2.) Dissolve salt and sugar in vinegar.

3.) Place the Boston Butt in the crockpot, fat side up.

4.) Pour the vinegar mixture all over and around the Boston Butt.

Slow Cooker Rotisserie-style BEER CAN CHICKEN If you haven’t heard of beer can chicken - you’re missing out. This recipe is for busybodies to mimic the delicious taste of this famous recipe with a slow cooker. The ingredients are simple and easy to find in your pantry, but the taste is complex and finger licking good.

You can let this beer can chicken simmer all day long, or you can pop it in the slow cooker for a few hours before work or a summer barbeque. No matter what, this dish is sure to be a hit.

INGREDIENTS

8.) Carefully remove the Butt from the crock pot (the pork will be very tender and may break apart).

1 6-lb chicken 2 tablespoons smoked paprika 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons coarse pepper 2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves 2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 2 tablespoons butter, softened 1 can (16 ounces) dark beer aluminium foil, bunched into 4 balls

9.) Retain the vinegar cooking liquid in a separate bowl, let it cool and then skim oil from the top.

DIRECTIONS

5.) Sprinkle the red pepper flakes on top and all around in the liquid.

6.) Put the lid on the crock pot and leave it alone. Do not open lid until pork is done. Rule of thumb...when the bone can be wiggled and is easy to remove, then the pork is done.

7.) When Butt is fully cooked, use a knife to trim off the fat cap. Don’t worry if some of the fat cuttings fall into the vinegar cooking liquid.

Fat is flavor.

10.) On a plate, use two forks to shred the pork. Place shredded pork back in the crock pot and pour the liquid over it, as much as you want.

This homemade barbecue freezes well. Using a storage container with a tight lid, cover the pork with the vinegar liquid and freeze.

Optional

Stir or whisk together the following ingredients for a quick BBQ sauce: 1 cup ketchup, 1/3 cup Worchestershire Sauce and mustard, garlic powder and cayenne, Texas Pete to taste.

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1. Place bunched rolls of foil in bottom of 6-quart slow cooker and pour in beer.

2. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Pull skin gently way from bird.

3. Mix all dry seasonings together.

4. Mix 1/2 teaspoon of seasoning blend into butter.

5. Spread butter mixture under skin of chicken.

6. With clean dry hands, rub remaining spice blend onto chicken.

7. Place chicken on top of foil balls in slow cooker.

9. Cover and cook on high for 4-6 hours, or low on 7-8 hours. Check the temperature — chicken is done when the temperature is 165-170 in the thickest part of the thigh. Continue to cook if needed.

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by Kari Smith stations and specially trained volunteers on hand. The new theater is also fully ADA-accessible, with wheelchair ramps, handicapped-accessible bathrooms, as well as assisted-listening and closed-captioning devices.

The new theater will feature three VIP boxes with a total of 15 box seats, high-top tables in back, two dressing rooms, on-site offices, two concession stands serving adult beverages (full liquor license has been obtained), snacks by Ashland’s own Homemades by Suzanne, as well as candy and popcorn. For many long-term Ashland residents and theater patrons, the popcorn really stands out in their memories. The memories weren’t just of how good the popcorn was, or about David Borkey, who ran the snack bar, although many shared those. Katie King remembers mischievously throwing popcorn — an action which apparently was known to prompt Mattie Stone, former theater proprietor along with her husband Earl, to stop the movie and turn on the lights until order was restored! Patti Beasley also remembers the popcorn being thrown — but for her, it was thrown at her by her nowhusband Ronnie, who was too shy to talk to her back in those days.

Mary Mallory-Turner, the great niece of Earl and Mattie, also remembers hearing stories of her dad’s high school job — taking the reels from Ashland Theatre to the old Cab Theatre by bicycle.

But the olden days of reel-to-reel are over. They have been replaced by a top-of-theline 7.1 Sony surround sound system and Sony 4K digital projection system. And, the sounds of blockbuster films won’t be the only ones coming from the Ashland Theatre’s stage because they have partnered with The Broadberry Entertainment for exclusive bookings of live music talent.

Although the theater began with a December soft opening, featuring the Disney musical Mary Poppins Returns, it plans a grand opening in March, with the exact date to be determined.

Whether you remember the old days of taking in a movie and hitting High’s Ice Cream afterwards, or this will be your first experience at the Ashland Theatre with a visit afterward to Sweet Frog across the street, take the time to celebrate the town of Ashland’s jewel, the Ashland Theatre, and create a little piece of history for yourself.

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you’re planning to spend a Saturday night in Ashland, you may have dinner reservations with friends at the well-known Iron Horse Restaurant. Or you may be on a date night, taking in live music at the newly renovated Ashland Coffee and Tea, with plans for brews at Center of the Universe Brewing Company afterwards. But decades ago, the place to be was the Ashland Theatre. In fact, on weekend nights, the line for the 70-year-old theater wrapped around the corner by the old post office. These are memories fondly held by many long-term residents of Ashland, and after nearly two years of renovations, the doors of the Ashland Theatre are open once more.

“I moved to Ashland in 1963,” Melissa Hoar says. “Going to the Ashland Theatre was always a big deal and a big treat. Fifty cents paid for your ticket, a drink and popcorn, or Sugar Babies.”

Alan Saunders remembers, too. “My dad set our weekly allowance based on what the theater charged for a Saturday matinee, plus popcorn and a soda.” He doesn’t remember his allowance ever being more than thirty-five cents! Those days have long passed. But behind the scenes, a group of diligent believers in the theater has been tirelessly working to bring them back to life.

Reopening these doors has been no small feat for Ashland Theatre Foundation President and CEO Douglas Love and his team. In addition to receiving a $500,000 grant from the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development that was matched by the town of Ashland, the Full Steam Ahead campaign brought together caring sponsors, foundations and donors to raise more than $1 million in additional support. Fundraising efforts continue, with the opportunity to make tax-deductible donations or to purchase brass nameplates for the theater’s almost 300 new, plush seats (ashlandtheatre.org/sponsora-seat/). The theater plans to be open five days a week (Wednesday through Sunday) and hopes to bring new economic development to the town — a projected potential of upwards of a million dollars yearly.

Their goal, Love says, is “to reinvent the classic American movie house experience through exceptional film, live performances and live music.”

The theater plans to do this in a number of ways, including “Ausome Afternoons” — creating a space for families with children on the autism spectrum to take in a movie with brighter lights, lower sound, getaway

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Let’s Get Married!

by Kathleen Whitlow

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edding season is almost here, which means now is the time for the blushing bride and her groom to select the location of their most memorable occasion.

Central Virginia is home to some of the most beautiful wedding venues in the

state. And, finding the perfect location isn’t easy in Richmond because there are so many options to choose from.

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Antebellum of New Kent This exclusive event venue — located in the heart of New Kent County, between Richmond and Williamsburg — offers 5,800 square feet of space to accommodate your nuptials and reception. Having just opened in the fall of 2018, Antebellum is brand new to the Richmond area. This southern event venue is perfect for the couple who wants an intimate celebration.

Antebellum can host indoor or outdoor events during any time of year. The event space offers a large covered patio with a fireplace, a beautiful lawn, as well as an indoor ballroom that can fit up 180 guests for a sit-down dinner or 280 guests for a cocktail hour or reception. Lining the ballroom is an upstairs balcony, overlooking the dancefloor, that can be equipped with cocktail tables or used for the DJ. Two staircases lead down into the ballroom and would be great for the bridal party’s entrance into the reception. Tables and chairs are available for use. Antebellum also offers a variety of decorations that can be used for a rental fee. There is a rental room full of décor options to choose from.

The venue works closely with its preferred vendors for catering, but they do allow outside vendors that meet a certain set of guidelines. The inhouse kitchen is available for the catering team to use during the event.

The venue also has a beautiful bridal dressing suite, decorated specifically to appeal to the senses of the bride and her bridal party. In the bridal suite, there are two hair-and-makeup stations with perfect lighting for getting glam. There also is a dressing area for the groom and his groomsmen that is aesthetically tailored to the gentlemen. Each suite comes with a full bath that can be used by the bridal party or groomsmen to get ready the day of the event.

Dover Hall Dover Hall is the optimal wedding venue for you if you want an elegant, almostall-inclusive wedding venue right outside of Richmond. This beautiful English Tudor-inspired estate, located in Manakin-Sabot, is the perfect place to entertain. Dover Hall is opulence at its finest, with every inch of the estate designed precisely, down to the smallest detail.

The estate, which was once home to the Pryor family, boasts nine bedrooms, a library, 30 bathrooms, a ballroom, a pub-style bar, billiards room, front parlor, solarium, summer kitchen and great room. These amenities are now used to host luxurious events. The bride and groom each have their own extensive dressing quarters to use the day of the event — each in a different wing of the house. Both suites were once the dressing area of the initial residents. The

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Branch Museum of Architecture and Design

bridal suite is perfect for photos because of the vast amount of beautiful natural light that comes in through the window.

While using these suites, the bride and the groom can enjoy snacks and drinks served to the wedding party as they get ready for the big day. The bridal suite is also available for rental as a honeymoon suite the night of the wedding.

One of the most celebrated amenities of the estate is the billiards room — a trophy room. The room is a conversation piece for guests, as well as a popular place for the groom and his groomsmen to enjoy before the ceremony.

On its grounds, Dover Hall has a reflecting pool, often used as the centerpiece for an outdoor ceremony, and a stone terrace that is often used for cocktail hours or ceremonies. Also available outside are the cobblestone courtyard, the rose garden and a soon-to-be-tented reception space.

While outdoor space is a wonderful option to have on the big day, if weather does not permit, Dover Hall’s ballroom is a prime location for the ceremony as well as the reception. The ballroom can seat up to 150 guests for a sit-down dinner and up to 250 for a cocktail-style reception.

Available for use during the event are table linens, china, glassware, flatware, chairs and table. The estate also has its own in-house executive chef, who provides artisanal-designed menus for each event.

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Monument Avenue…You don’t get much more historical Richmond than that. With sophisticated interior space and a beautiful outdoor garden and courtyard, the Branch Museum of Architecture and Design is a great option for hosting the historical wedding of your dreams. Once the Virginia Center for Architecture Foundation, the Branch Museum is a Tudor-style mansion that provides exhibits to entertain guests. It is the first museum of its kind in the southeast.

Inside, you will find the social gallery, the long gallery and the great hall. The social gallery is designed specifically for entertaining guests and can easily serve as a functional reception space together with the long gallery and great hall — gallery spaces that can be transformed for an indoor reception.

The garden behind the museum is surrounded by stone walls that give an old-world feel to the courtyard. This space is ideal for holding the ceremony and can be set up in a variety of ways. The stairs, leading up to the mansion, provide a perfect spot for the bride and groom to exchange their vows.

As a wedding space, the Branch Museum includes the use of the three galleries, library, terrace and gardens, as well as tables and chairs.

Couples that use the venue for their ceremony have access to the parlor rooms located upstairs to get ready before the “I do’s” begin. The Branch Museum does work with a preferred list of caterers, which includes a Sharper Palate, Mosaic and Groovin-Gourmet. They also work with a preferred list of lighting companies.

Wisteria Farms If you are looking for the Southern charm wedding venue of your dreams, look no further. Wisteria Farms on Ivey Mill is situated on 190 acres right outside of Richmond in Chesterfield County. The farm is owned by the Gordon family, and it is also their home. The property boasts country meadows, formal Italianate gardens, expansive fields, as well as a federalstyle home and barn.

Located behind the Gordon’s home, the Italianate garden is perfect for an outdoor ceremony that brides only dream of. The garden offers a reflecting pool and fountain as the centerpiece for the nuptials. If weather doesn’t permit, there is also the elegant finished brick barn.

The grounds feature a number of spaces that can be considered for a memorable reception. The finished barn is perfect for a cocktail hour.

The barn allows you to open the former stables to use as seated areas for guests, as well as an attractive seating area equipped with a cozy fireplace. There is also an inviting patio outside that creates an intimate feel for the open reception and cocktail hour. The meadow behind the barn is perfect for a tented reception that you can make all your own.

The bridal party has access to the upstairs barn space — fully furnished and equipped with a gorgeous kitchen and striking bathroom — for the

day, prior to the ceremony. The open space has ideal lighting for photos, as well as hair and makeup. Not to mention that both ends of the upstairs have balconies which also serve as great backdrops for pictures.

Wisteria Farms does have preferred vendors that they work with, but they are open to other vendors that couples may want to use for the big day. Included in the use of the property for your wedding day is the barn for your rehearsal dinner.

The southern charm of this venue can be found on every inch of the property — not to mention the unrivaled hospitality of the owners.

These are a few of my favorite finds. Now, let’s get married!

Please refer to the directory below for additional information on the wedding venues in this article.

Antebellum – 4370 N. Courthouse Road, Providence Forge; 804-519-3245; AntebellumOfNewKent.com Branch Museum – 2501 Monument Ave.; 804-644-3041; BranchMuseum.org Dover Hall – 1500 Manakin Road, Manakin-Sabot; 804-784-6051; DoverHall.com Wisteria on Ivey – 11825 Ivey Mill Road, Chesterfield; 804-920-9797; WisteriaonIvey.com

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Crabtree Falls in Nelson County

small town virginia:

The Luster of

Lovingston

by Kari Smith

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t is thought that once the word gets out about a hidden gem, it loses its luster. However, it would be downright selfish to not share my most recent small-town Virginia find. So, with the passing of my moment of hesitation, I give you Lovingston, Virginia. Although my latest trip to Lovingston was on perhaps one of the coldest, wettest days of 2018, the winter weather advisory could do nothing to dampen the warmth that I experienced with each of the wonderful, down-to-earth people whose paths I crossed.

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I discovered Lovingston while singing for a wedding event at Orchard House Bed & Breakfast. During that weekend, I crammed in a wedding performance, a cidery visit, a camping trip at a winery, antique shopping, a hike up Crabtree falls, and more. The vast options offered in Lovingston and the surrounding Nelson County area are easily varied enough for a day trip, a weekend — or as I discovered to be entirely possible, even a week.

A little history: Nelson County was formed in 1807, and named for Thomas Nelson, Jr., the third governor of Virginia. The county seat is Lovingston, which is technically a village, not a town, since Nelson County has no incorporated towns or cities. In the 1930s, Earl Hamner, Jr., chronicled his experiences growing up here during the Depression era. These writings were the basis of The Waltons TV series, and the Walton’s Mountain Museum still brings a steady flow of John Boy fans to the area. In 1969, Hurricane Camille caused devastating flooding to the county, but it has rebuilt in a huge way, including the Wintergreen Resort development, and extensive tourism growth caused by the growing numbers of wineries, breweries, and orchards in the area. “I think what has happened with Lovingston and Nelson County, in general, is that we have realized the value of tourism and being attractive to visitors,” Al Weed tells me. And he should know.

Al is the owner of Virginia’s oldest winery — Mountain Cove Vineyards (formerly known as La Abra Farm and Winery) in Lovingston and he has lived in the area since 1973. My first visit to Lovingston led me to Mountain Cove, when searching for an RV site in town. Although Mountain Cove hadn’t previously accommodated RV campers, my visit gave them the opportunity to try out the concept, a successful experience which led them to now offer that as an option. And a perfect one it is — windingroad views of rolling hills on the way in, bright stars in a sky untouched by city lights at night, and perfect rows of gorgeous grapevines.

Since November camping wasn’t a great option, I decided to stay at the Orchard House Bed & Breakfast for my return trip to Lovingston — this time as a guest of their beautiful property.

Going to Orchard House is like going home, but better. Not only are you surrounded by the coziness of immaculate bed-and-breakfast accommodations, you are warmly welcomed by Deb and Mike Verplank, who left the corporate world in Pittsburgh and moved south in April 2016 to realize their dream of owning a B&B. “This lifestyle is so different from the northern corporate world,” Deb tells me. “From the beginning, this community has always been there

for us.” After being seated in the dining room by a window shadowed by a majestic 150-year-old silver maple, I was served a magnificent breakfast of granola and fruit-topped yogurt, homemade streusel, bacon, farm-fresh eggs, and Belgian waffles topped with baked local apples — all prepared by Mike. For someone who has only lived in the area a couple of years, Deb’s knowledge of the town’s history and passion for what Lovingston has to offer were apparent.

“Many of our guests come from Richmond or Charlottesville, but we also have guests from all over the country, and even international guests,” she tells me, citing Monticello and Walton’s Mountain Museum as popular local attractions. In fact, the Orchard House property was featured in an episode of The Waltons.

The Orchard House was built as a summer house in 1874 by Thomas Horsley, a judge

Photo: Christian Giannelli Photo: Christian Giannelli

Photo: Christian Giannelli

THIS IMAGE: Orchard House B&B owners Mike and Deb Verplank in their vineyard.

BOTTOM LEFT: Orchard House wines. BOTTOM RIGHT: The Dining Room at Orchard House B&B.

from Richmond, and in 1910, the farm house was added. The property features a total of nine gorgeously appointed rooms, a salt-water pool, a one-mile hiking trail, a fire pit, and a red modernized event barn. The beautiful scenery of the mountainside B&B has also made it a popular wedding venue, with a gazebo overlooking a one-acre vineyard, which supplies grapes to nearby wineries.

There are many great restaurants in the area, but based on its perfect lunch menu, I couldn’t resist visiting Basic Necessities, a cozy cottageturned-café with a wine and cheese shop in front. Every detail of this tiny wonder screams French countryside, and I was truly transported while there. It was opened in 1997 by Kay Pfaltz, who after spending more than a decade in France, realized that the “Basic Necessities” (selections of good bread, wine, cheese and

chocolate) were lacking in the area. She joined forces with fellow owners Sallie Justice and Rosie Gantt to bring what many call “a taste of Europe in the Blue Ridge Mountains.” From the fireplace to the exquisitely mismatched china and French Provençal linens, no detail is missed in this little jewel. They focus on nonGMO organic and local selections. “It’s a cross between Cheers and Mayberry here,” says Marie Kelly, who has been on staff for almost 18 years, while telling stories about the tight-knit bond the staff shares. It’s clear that this little family of forward-thinkers has rightly earned their many followers, from locals and coldweather Wintergreen visitors to traveling foodies and wine-lovers.

Brewery, winery, cidery, and distillery options are in no shortage in Nelson County.

Between the Route 29 corridor and Route 151

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(Rockfish Valley Highway — aka Alcohol Alley), there are nine wineries, six breweries, three cideries and three distilleries. Since Blue Mountain Brewery was the first in Nelson County (opened by Taylor and Mandi Smack in 2007), it was worth visiting for dinner. All of their ales and lagers are brewed on site, and they also grow the hops used in their signature Full Nelson pale ale (my favorite of the hoppy choices) and other seasonal offerings, including my favorite, the Mountain Mule Coffee Stout. Their customer base, although close to Charlottesville colleges, is still comprised largely of tourists. “Besides our beer selection and unique small-batch IPAs, I believe the view from our location really sets us apart,” says manager Matt Regan, who has been with Blue Mountain for five years. In fact, of their 600 seats, 400 of them are outdoors, with seating, a stage and food trucks in high season. Their pizza is one of their best sellers, and it was obvious why — perfectly thin crust, flavorful ingredients, and huge portions.

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Photo: Home Remedies Mercantile Photo: Home Remedies Mercantile

THIS IMAGE: Owner Adrienne Ramsey behind the counter of her shop, Home Remedies Mercantile. BOTTOM RIGHT: Some of the many eco-friendly, healthy and organic items available at Home Remedies Mercantile.

BOTTOM LEFT: At Blue Mountain Brewery, a barbecue sandwich paired with one of their signature beers makes a satisfying meal.

Bold Rock Cidery was a stop on both Lovingston trips. As a cider fan, I can’t resist a flight of Apple, Draft, Pear and Seasonal, but they kicked it up a notch with a charcuterie board that is a cut above your typical pub food. It was interesting and educational to tour the facility and watch from above the production line as the cider was bottled below.

Outdoor and hiking options in Nelson County are vast — and personally topped by my childhood favorite, Crabtree Falls. Options in Nellysford include the Montebello Nature Trail and the Rockfish Valley Loop Trail. Lovingston’s Fortune’s Cove Nature Preserve has a 5.3-mile hiking trail with viewpoints and a stream. In addition, 25 miles of the Appalachian Trail wind through Nelson County.

Before you leave town, stop at Home Remedies Mercantile, a treasure hidden in the middle of “downtown” Lovingston. Opened in March 2018

by Luke and Adrienne Ramsey, this quaint little shop offers eco-friendly

LOVINGSTON DIRECTORY

(distance from Lovingston shown in parenthesis)

Lovingston Tourism Info:

nelsoncounty-va.gov/departments/tourism

LODGING

Photo: Basic Necessities

Orchard House Bed & Breakfast: 9749 Thomas Nelson Hwy., Lovingston; OrchardHouseBB.com

BREWERIES, CIDERIES & WINERIES

Blue Mountain Brewing (20 miles): 9519 Critzers Shop Road, Afton; BlueMountainBrewery.com Bold Rock Cidery (17 miles): 1020 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford; BoldRock.com Mountain Cove Vineyards: 1362 Fortunes Cove Lane, Lovingston; MountainCoveVineyards.com For more info, please visit NelsonCounty.com/red-white-brews

DINING

Basic Necessities (16 miles): 2226 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford; BasicNecessities.us Cristina’s Mexican Café: 10761 Thomas Nelson Hwy., Lovingston Lovingston Café: 165 Front Street, Lovingston; LovingstonCafe. com Vito’s Pizza and Italian Grill: 8181 Thomas Nelson Hwy., Lovingston; VitosPizzaGrill.com

Photo: Kari Smith

SHOPPING

options for healthy eating and living. This former firehouse evokes feelings of an old country store, but with all the organic, non-GMO, glutenfree options that today’s savvy consumer is looking for. Their mantra — “keeping the old ways and skills alive” — is evidenced by the décor, a delightful mix of antique tools and detailed historical maps drawn by local Lovingston artist Mike Crabill depicting the original land patents and grants in Nelson County. They also offer a number of local craft brews and fresh-ground coffees, including Lovingston’s own Trager Brothers Coffee.

They are also hard at work on a new café, scheduled to open in early 2019.

Whether this reads as an exact itinerary for your Valentine’s getaway (you’re welcome!) or you choose your own adventure for a weekend trip, if you have half the feel-good that I did when heading back East on I-64, I know you’ll return again and again!

Blue Moon Antique Mall and Book Store: 8230 Nelson Hwy., Lovingston Ebb and Flow (7 miles): quaint cottage selling unique gifts, art, and antiques; 71 River Road, Faber 22938; EbbAndFlowCottage.com Home Remedies Mercantile: 121 Main Street, Lovingston; HomeRemediesMercantile.com Mike Crabill: Hand drawn Virginia county historical maps – CrabillMaps.com

OUTDOORS / HIKING

Crabtree Falls (24 miles): one of the tallest sets of waterfalls in the United States east of the Mississippi River; 11581 Crabtree Falls Highway, Montebello 24464; NelsonCounty-va.gov/Organization/ crabtree-falls Rockfish Valley Loop Trail (15 miles): Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford Fortune’s Cove Nature Preserve: Fortune’s Cove Lane, Lovingston

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Turning the Light on Richmond’s Most Unique Lighting Retailer

by Rocky Womack

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hether it’s the latest design trends and lighting technologies or time-tested staples that you’ve been looking for, Shades of Light has been the place to go for specialized, decorative home lighting since 1986.

“Bringing that kind of experience as well as a commitment to excellence to our showroom floor really means something to our customers,” says Walter Froh, merchandise and marketing manager in the company’s corporate office at 14001 Justice Road, Midlothian, Va. “We pride ourselves in being able to help customers find and express their own unique sense of style through our lighting and home décor options.”

Shades of Light offers chandeliers, ceiling lights, wall lights, lamps and shades, outdoor lights and home décor products, such as rugs, furniture, mirrors, fans and wall décor. While the company sells locally, they also have created a nationwide presence through its catalog and website.

“The products we offer in our West Broad Street showroom are a curated collection of what the greater Richmond community wants and the best lighting the industry has to offer,” Froh says.

The 12,000-square-foot facility is filled with lighting fixtures. That amount of lighting is a good reason for customers to return, but not the main one. “I feel like the real reason customers keep coming back are the sales associates that we have,” Froh says.

The lighting and home décor experts can help customers select the

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best decorative lighting plan for them or replace their single-lighting fixtures. And, the expert repairmen at Shades of Light can repair the simplest switch replacements and wiring or restore lighting, if necessary.

“We stay on the cutting edge of the lighting industry and very close to our customers’ needs and desires,” he says.

To keep current on the newest design trends and lighting technologies, Shades of Light reviews the most up-to-date product lines, ships them to retail locations and makes them available in its catalog.

“We keep things looking fresh, but not just change for the sake of change,” Froh says. “No far-away distant corporate office pushes in a new spring line. Our assortment is a great mix of the latest trends, as well as time-tested staples. In fact, our buying teams just got back from market, and some new chandeliers and bath lights will be hitting the floor very shortly. We also have some new exclusive products that are made right here in our Midlothian facility that should be coming onboard shortly as well.”

Customers can reach Shades of Light 24 hours a day, seven days a week through their website (ShadesOfLight.com), by phone at 800-2626612 or through their catalog.

Visit the retail store at 4924 West Broad St., Richmond, or their Decorating Outlet at 9912 Midlothian Turnpike, Midlothian. Both stores are open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

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by Catherine Woodard

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t’s winter, which means earlier nights, more hours inside and grumpier moods for many. To make your time indoors a little brighter, why not give your home at winter facelift. Then, maybe you’ll find joy in the idea of snuggling up under that favorite chenille blanket while sipping a hot cup of cocoa.

Window Treatment During winter, we need to change up our fabrics – not only to keep us warm, but to make sure we’re met with a glow when we walk through the doors.

Consider purchasing curtains with thicker fabric, like heavy cotton, wool, jacquard, velvet and double-knitted.

Curtains are affordable these days, so shop around. Even if the cost is a little higher than you’d like, new curtains will be an investment for future winters and save you money on your heating bill. Thick linen fabrics with a textured pattern create an air of luxury as well as insulate your home.

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Throw Blankets Don’t forget a throw for your sofa to add much needed color and warmth.

Most people have one in their closet that they’ve forgotten about, and the change in accessories is enough to brighten their winter. If you’re in the market for a new one, but don’t want to break the budget, consider buying a small one that will still change up your seasonal pattern.

Winter Photo Ideas A quick trip to a local consignment shop or antique store will yield tons of deals on art frames. Sometimes, the original frame has the perfect rustic charm you’re looking for, or maybe it needs a quick brushing of metallic paint to make it sparkle. You can find small tubes of decorative paint at your local craft store instead of the more expensive indoor paint at a hardware store.

Winter Decorations When decorating a side table, mantle or coffee table, consider what makes you feel warm inside. My fondest memories from childhood were sitting next to my grandparents’ fireplace, cracking nuts with an oldfashioned metal nutcracker. What relics do you have hiding in your home that would evoke heartfelt memories? It might be that interesting cobalt blue jar your favorite aunt handed down to you that has been sitting around because you don’t know where to put it. Pair it next to something organic like driftwood, and you have a special centerpiece that belongs to only you. Your life has many unique stories to be told that are priceless and part of what makes family gatherings warm and worthwhile.

Winter Plants

Picture hanging Ideas Think about mixing up the layout of your picture frames. Do you have any that are sitting on a side table that could go on the wall? Grouping art into a collection makes an impactful statement, and it doesn’t require the large budget of an oversized piece. Collect the small art pieces you already own, and lay them on the floor. Then, you can rearrange to your heart’s content until you achieve the perfect look. Think about which ones should be grouped together within the whole and don’t be afraid to mix it up by pairing square frames with oval, for example. Making your design less monotonous is part of the fun.

In the winter, we crave nature. Signs of green are reduced to a few pine needles. So, why not include a few planted cuties in your winter look? It doesn’t take much – a couple 4-inch cacti are enough to add a touch of life to your winter space along with some interesting texture. Also, they require very little maintenance. In fact, you really don’t have to water a cactus for the entire winter because they like to dry out anyway. Pair them with a few pine cones, and it’s an instant winter wonderland.

When you’re cuddled up in your warmed-up winter home – complete with heat efficient curtains, cozy throws, meaningful decorative displays and interesting picture frame patterns – the frost on the windows won’t feel the least bit chilly.

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by Maria Tucciarone

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itchen... just the word conjures up feelings of nostalgia, warmth and comfort. From Latin meaning “to cook,” the kitchen has been the heart of the home for thousands of years. It’s where we nourish ourselves, our families and our friends. It’s where flavors and aromas permeate our senses and remind us of our fa-

vorite foods – the smell of fresh brewed coffee, the sizzling sounds of bacon, the taste of warm chocolate chip cookies right out of the oven. Perhaps, you have your own culinary trigger? Mine is the aroma of Cuban Roast Pork smothered in savory, garlic sauce – a scent permanently etched in my olfactory memory. Yes, the kitchen is a gathering place. It’s where everyone congregates at a party. Because we spend so much time in the kitchen, its design can get lost in its functionality. The kitchen feeds your body, but it should feed your soul as well.

Here are some design tips to spruce up your kitchen.

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The Power of Paint: Although not a novel idea, a dab of paint can be a fast and easy way to jazz up your kitchen. Think bold, powerful colors to give your kitchen a punch! One fun option is to paint the walls and trim one color, perhaps a butter yellow, then paint the cabinets different Fiestaware colors, like turquoise, pink, salmon or mint. Or, for a more subdued, modern look, add instant coziness to an otherwise drab space with a warm metallic color, such as rose gold, bronze or pewter. A coat of paint can transform your kitchen without committing to major lifealtering renovations.

Let There Be Knobs: Don’t overlook subtle changes like cabinet knobs! While paint can add the punch, whimsical knobs can be a knockout! Check out retailers, such as Anthropologie, World Market, Amazon and Etsy, to find unique hardware.

Just Another Brick in the Wall: We talked paint, now let’s talk feature wall. If painting your entire kitchen seems too daunting a task, consider a feature wall. Who doesn’t love chalkboard paint? Just one chalkboard wall not only adds charm, but it’s also a great way to write notes, grocery lists and calendar reminders! For a more rustic feel, an accent wall of shiplap will take your kitchen wall up a notch without being too woody. Fear of commitment? Your feature wall can be a display of neutral-colored plates, a photo gallery or vintage signage, which can be found at thrift shops or yard sales.

Mug Shots: Another trendy design hack is open cabinetry. What can be easier than simply unscrewing and removing your present dated cabinets to reveal open shelving. And what better way to display your collection of coffee mugs? Open shelving makes putting dishes away a breeze, but beware, this design concept is more suited for those with an organized style. If the contents of open shelving are not neatly arranged, nested and of a similar palette, your kitchen can look cluttered.

Island Getaway: While not groundbreaking, an island or a chopping block adds rustic character to any kitchen. Islands provide functionality and additional storage space for appliances, mixing bowls and canisters to help declutter your counters.

Counter Argument: I know, counter space is precious but carve out a niche for a few plants and herbs. They can help to detract from the sterile appliances we need to display, like our toaster and coffee station. A terra cotta pot of rosemary, thyme and oregano is not only a useful culinary delight, but it creates a warm, homey touch to your kitchen!

While redecorating is a “wok” in progress, most of these tips require only a splash of paint, a hammer and nails. As a DIY project, most can be done in a weekend. It’s time to add a dash of spice to your kitchen.

Let’s get cooking!

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