Magazine Design - Issue 4 - 2013 by Denishia Macon

Volume I, Issue 4

TEAM ICONIC Founder & Editor In Chief Lana Moore Executive Editor Liz Mitchell Creative Director Denishia Macon Luxury & Lifestyle Editor Joshua Vaughn Music & Ent. Editor Christou Music & Ent. Editor Kelly Desrochers

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Lifestyle

Kathryn Hoxie

4 “Have You Ever Had A Dream?” 8 “Brighter Days Are Ahead” 10 Jen The Pen 12 “A Meal With Bob” 14 “The Company is Gourmet”

16 “Whimsical Creations & Vintage Fashion Drawings” 18 “Festivals Define Southern Lifestyle”

Jen The Pen

21 Heart Healthy Dessert Recipes 22 “Women on the Move 2013” 24 “Melanie Woodrow: WholeNatured Living” 28 Spring Fashion

10 Women On The Move Iconic Drinks 30 Wine Time on Hilton Head Island

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have you ever had

a Dream ? An Interview with Kathryn F. Hoxie (KFHOX) By Kelly Desrochers

IM: When did you start realizing you wanted to do music? KH: I’ve been singing since I can remember. When I was little, I used to turn everything into a commercial. The woman that helped raise me had me on a steady dose of everything from The Beatles to Ray Charles, Ella Fitzgerald, all the way to Enigma, and

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back again. I started taking voice lessons at an early age with Gerry Granahan, who had me singing a lot of Anne Murray and Karen Carpenter. The first song I ever recorded in a booth was “Let It Snow.” I can still remember the feeling; it was just right. Throughout my childhood, I was always in choirs and chorus. I was also in band starting in 5th grade. I played the drums… well, drum at that point…I traded off between snare and bass drum in concert band. I played until about sophomore year of high school until I transferred schools. Music has always been with me. Some people call me the radio…singing every song that ever came on regardless of the genre. Music has always just found a way into my spirit. I’ve ALWAYS known I wanted to do music, but it wasn’t until I lost my job back in July 2009 that I finally had the time to pursue it in a real way. It was the best job I ever lost. IM: Your first single “Screaming to Be Free” attracted so many listeners from everywhere. How did this single make a break in your music career?

KH: “Screaming to be Free” is a big song in so many different ways. It was produced by GI Joe, who’s produced for the likes of Chrisette Michele, as well as countless movie soundtracks. When we first started working together, he had built me a very different track. One day I came into the studio and he told me that the song we were working on was good, but he didn’t make songs…he made hits. And that’s precisely what he did. I wrote that song about a million times until I finally WROTE the song! The hook was easy…that seemed to come almost instantly, but the verses were something I struggled with for a while. It’s such a huge message, you know? And it’s literally my auto-biography so it felt like a lot of pressure to write something that did it justice. Every time I sing the song, I feel closer and closer to my dream. And the more people that hear it, it becomes clear that it’s so many people’s personal anthem. There’s no better feeling than that. The video for the song, directed by Rodolfo Duran, has about 53,000 views currently. I was fortunate enough to head out to Jamaica this past September to go record a reggae remix at the legendary Tuff Gong Studio, as well as House of Hits, in Kingston, Jamaica. I worked under the musical direction of Clive Hunt, thanks to Plente Maq, who is featured on the track. We finished the entire project in three days flat. It was exhausting and a lot of work…and pressure, but it was well worth it.

I’m still pinching myself from the experience. I made some wonderful and amazing connections, both professionally and spiritually, while out there, including Lymie Murray, who sings backup vocals on the track. We became instant friends and I’ve become one of his biggest fans. He’s an incredible person and his vocals added magic to the track. Working with Clive Hunt was an unforgettable experience, one that I’m hoping to have again in the not-so-distant future. I’m still really pushing for a big break with this song, but it’s won R&B Single of the Year 2013 via the Hip Hop Therapy Word Wide Awards, and it’s definitely picking up steam, particularly within the reggae community and in the UK. It’ll be interesting to see where this song about my dream leads me in the journey of my dream. I’m excited for all that’s to come and thankful that I was willing to go through what I had to in order to make it a reality.

IM: You have a positive outlook on life and express many times through your music for people to follow their dream and make it happen. What are some key points for others to keep focused on in starting their music adventures in life? KH: Well, the most important thing to start anything…music or otherwise…is to start. Sounds simple, but it’s not. I spent years and years THINKING about my dream. I agonized over countless details, setbacks, doubts, fears, blah blah blah. It doesn’t matter where, when, or how you start… it only matters that you start. I swear that once I was willing to finally take that single step forward, taking that step gave me confidence to take the next. And once I had taken a few steps, you couldn’t stop me. And trust me, there have been many setbacks, challenges, and hurdles along

the way. What they all made me realize was that this was really my dream and if I wanted to make it a reality, I would have to endure whatever it took to get there. The most important thing I can say is to enjoy the journey. The ups and downs are all part of it and help to create some balance. Focus. Keep your eyes on the prize. Remember that your dream is yours and yours alone…so is your path. We have each been blessed with a purpose in our lives…figure what yours is and hold onto it with both hands. IM: Your first EP release “Light Shines Through Me” Released 11.11.11, you had successfully raised a little over $5,000 in a short period of time through a Kickstarter program. Can you give some details on this venture that might help others to successfully prepare for their own journey? KH: The Kickstarter thing was really a trip. When I first set out, it seemed

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like I might be able to do it, but it was a LOT of money in a pretty short amount of time. That was a part of my journey that you couldn’t really tell me I couldn’t do anything so I just did it…well, actually 74 people did it. The best thing I can suggest to others trying to use crowd sourcing is to talk to every last person you meet, strangers, family, and friends….EVERYONE. I put the link on my business cards. I used social networking to promote and I promoted it at every performance. I learned that if you never ask, the answer’s always no. If people say no, you’re not any worse off… you’re in the exact same place- no harm done. I guess the one big thing I learned from that is honestly budget your project. Make sure you give yourself some wiggle room. Music isn’t an exact science, so you’ve got to be prepared to give yourself some slack to make mistakes along the way. IM: For our readers, who have never heard your music, explain your sound in five words. KH: The soul of my heart. IM: Your music career has been an inspiring journey. What has been your biggest highlight of your career thus far? What would also be one of the hardest times you have had to experience? KH: Wow, the biggest highlight. There’s been a lot. I think 11.11.11 had to have been the biggest… until I recorded at Tuff Gong…and then it was like…who am I?! The EP Release party though was so special because my parents, sister, and nieces came from Rhode Island, as well as the woman who helped raise me came from Florida, and

so many people who had joined me on my journey. I was living out of my car for the months leading up to the release so it was pretty overwhelming, but that night made it all worth it. Professionally, recording at Tuff Gong was just bananas. Here I am, still trying to make a name for myself, and I’m in the same studio as the likes of Bob Marley, Lauryn Hill…let me just stop there. Honestly, those two names alone do it for me. I have to thank Plente, who really made that dream a reality. We had never even met in person before meeting up in Jamaica to record that song. I know some people must’ve thought I was crazy…they were probably right. I guess in terms of the hardest times I had to experience, I’d have to go back to what I mentioned about living in my car. From September to December of 2011, I lived out of my car to finish my project. It was the culmination of several events that led to my “transitional” lifestyle, but I just couldn’t give up on what I had set out to do. I had already set the date for my EP release so it was written. There were a lot of angels around me who kept picking me up every time I would fall. I walked by faith the entire time and somehow I made it through…and finished my project. I never knew how much strength I had until that time. I learned a lot about myself, my faith, and my friends, while I was living out of my car. One of my best friends, Donna, was one of the main reasons I was able to endure it as well as I did. She is the definition of a true friend and I feel incredibly blessed to have her in my life. She just got it…she still does. IM: What’s your motto or the advice you live by?

www.iconicmagazine.com KH: My favorite quote that I live by

is, “I don’t make wishes anymore…I just make it happen.” I realized some time shortly after taking that first step that I could literally make things happen; I could make something out of nothing. Once I realized that, I just kept making things happen…with the help of a lot of amazing people around me, people who quickly became friends and allies on my journey. It was amazing to meet these people and have their support despite the fact that most of them had only known me for a very short period of time. My other favorite quote comes from Kathy, the woman that helped raise me. She told me to “grab the world by the balls!” I guess it’s basically just a variation on the same theme…hers certainly has a ring to it! IM: What was the first song you ever sang? How did it make you feel? KH: I’m trying to think back to that. That’s a tough one. The first one I remember singing on a stage and eventually on my own at a church fair was “One Moment in Time” by Whitney Houston. The words to that song are so inspiring and, just like “Screaming to be Free,” certainly resonated with the dream in my heart. That song has so much power and it made me feel like, by singing it, that I had power, too. Music is an undeniable force. It’s been my best friend my whole life, my first true love. IM: As an artist do you feel the economic crunch has hurt the industry, or do you have some other promotional tips to help support your music? KH: Well, the economic crunch led

me to lose my job, so in some ways I’m thankful. I know times are hard for everyone, regardless of the industry. I’ve just really mastered living on next to nothing in order to do what I love. At the end of the day, there aren’t enough THINGS in the world that could fill my heart with joy the way that music or perfuming does. I’d give it all up to do what I love…actually, I already have. In terms of promotional tips, I’d have to say networking has been my main source of promotion. Talk to EVERYONE and always have something for them to walk away with…a business card, post card, CD, whatever…anything to get them to remember your interaction. That’s the key! And follow up…follow up has been what’s gotten me so far. Be thorough, be professional, and figure out how YOU can help the person/ people you meet…we can all do much more together than we can on our own. You’ll be surprised at how far helping others will go….and it feels great so it’s a win-win! And how could I be a human being in 2013 and not mention social media. Social

media is the very reason you’re reading this interview…true story! I have my battles with the notion of the technological age, but I have to be honest and say that it’s taken me so far already on this journey. It’s free…use it! IM: Music has an impact on both young and old. Everyone loves a celebrity, so what advice do you have for the youth today? KH: Music is the one thing in our world that is truly universal, breaking down barriers of not only age, but so many other things that people allow to stand between them. I love music for that. As for the love of celebrities, that can be a scary thing. I’d like to think that everybody’s just doing the best they can. Some people just have a lot more eyes and ears on them while they’re trying to make their way. I really hope that the youth of today find their own way, that they don’t rely on celebrities or anyone else to determine their worth or anything about their journey. If I can impact the youth with that message, I’ll feel like I did some

kind of good for the children of this generation. IM: What are your up-to-date performance places? Any new releases? Some news? KH: Some of the last places I’ve performed lately are The Shrine in Harlem (one of my most favorites), Webster Hall, Tammany Hall, and The Cutting Room, most recently. I’m working on my next project, “Journey of a GemInEye,” which is tentatively scheduled for release this summer, and I’ve got some radio interviews coming up over in the UK. I may be taking off a bit this summer to go gig on the west coast and build with some of the artist friends I have out there. I’ll be avidly promoting any new news as it surfaces, so the best way to stay informed is to join me on my journey! I’m working hard for some serious breakthroughs this year and since I don’t make wishes anymore…well, I’ll just say…stay tuned!

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Brighter Days are Ahead By Lana Moore

Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Taneshia Marshall was exposed to less than ideal circumstances. Professionally known as T. Marshal, she managed to turn her story of abuse and neglect into one of survival and triumph. At the age of ten, Marshal entered foster care a f te r e n d u r i n g emotional and physical abuse by her mother. She dealt with the ins and outs of being a ward of the state, including moving from shelter to shelter and living in a number of foster homes, only to be homeless by the age of seventeen. B a s e d on the horrific experiences that paved her formative years, T. Marshal should have b e e n b ro k e n beyond repair. A victim of mental ailments, sexually promiscuous, addicted to drugs,

a criminal or worse, dead. Instead of allowing unfortunate situations to define her, she went on to continue her education and later achieved a degree in engineering. While immersed in her studies, she began to mentor freshmen, and there her interest and natural knack for motivational speaking was born. As a motivational speaker for youth and adults, she uses her experiences to encourage positivity in negative situations and shares the tools to become more than a product of their environment. She received praise for her dynamic and engaging speaking style and is well on her way to becoming an undeniable force in the speaking world. She is the author and creator of several coaching and audio programs including her book Ordinary Me: From Survival to Success. World-renowned speaker and mentor to T. Marshal, Les Brown, affectionately stated that Marshal is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Soon to be one of the greatest speakers on the planet.â&#x20AC;? She is proof that anything is possible, when life seems impossible.

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Jen

The Pen By Lana Moore

NYC native Jen Bayer made her TV debut in 2005 on BET’s reality competition show The Ultimate Hustler. Dame Dash coined the nickname “Jen The Pen” because of her need to write everything down, and now it has become the name of a brand. Jen started her radio career at Sirius Satellite doing gossip for DJ Whoo Kid on G-Unit Radio. From there she moved on to be the gossip girl for the Hot Boyz of Chicago radio show on Power92. Jen has been dating rapper Consequence for more than five years, and one year ago the couple welcomed their first son, Caiden. In the summer of 2012, Jen joined the cast of Love & Hip Hop, which premiered on January 7, 2013. Love and Hip Hop reached 2 million viewers a week and with her witty attitude and fashion forward style, Jen has quickly become a fan favorite. We LOVED you on LHHNY! How were you introduced to doing the show? I was originally asked by VH1 producers to do the Gossip Game but I truly always wanted to be a part of Love and Hip Hop. Cons reached out to Mona, we met with her at NFGTV offices and the rest is history.

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How do you feel about being a “Reality Star”? Well this isn’t my first go at reality TV. I did The Ultimate Hustler in 2005. But being a part of the Love & Hip Hop franchise as well as being on VH1 I’ve been able to reach such a bigger audience. Reality TV is something I always wanted to do and I hope to continue on my journey with television. What did you learn through doing your first season on Love and Hip Hop? Would you do it again? I definitely would do it again. I learned that the most important thing you can do for the viewers is give them a story they can connect with. Would you like a spin off show? Of course I would love a spin off show, but I can’t forget that the Love & Hip Hop franchise is so big and I would always want the option of coming back. Sort of like what Kim Zolciak did with Don’t Be Tardy For The Wedding. Ok, so many consider you a Fashionista, who are some of your favorite designers? Stella McCartney, The Row, Givenchy and Helmet Lang, but I think fashion is about names, style is what you can put together. I truly believe you can shop in stores like Zara, H&M and Forever 21 as long as you have good style! It’s not always about designer brands.

I’m just so over the pointy car nails! I could definitely leave those behind and get back to a clean fresh manicure! We have noticed that Mr. Caiden stays as fresh as his momma! What are some of your favorite brands for him? Polo and H&M! As we have noticed you are very involved with your family life! Any mommy tips for us? My greatest tip is to always do what works best for family. For my family, what works is making sure I make Caiden my main priority everyday. We do activities that broaden his spectrum while always finding time for me, even if it’s just a manicure. That one hour of alone time can really keep us sane! What can we expect from you next? I’m really trying to take my Swap and Shop event on the road. I’m currently looking for investors and endorsements. I recently started my Very VH1 Spreecast on VH1.com. It’s a live interactive chat with me as the host. I also have a shoe endorsement deal in the works. Lastly, I’m looking forward to bringing my blog back and I will be doing that as soon as I feel I can dedicate my time to it.

What trends are you looking forward to leaving?

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a Meal With Bob By: Joshua Vaughn

oldiers tend to view their daily

The war in Afghanistan has lasted nearly

of Bob’s deployment. Each week

prepackaged meals as nothing

12 years, been a topic of debate in three

a new person, or group, “shares a

more than a bland necessity. But to

presidential elections, and cost the

meal” with Bob by eating the heavily

Pete Walters, they are a way to stay

lives of more than 2,000 U.S. soldiers.

preserved foodstuffs, and describing

connected with his son, Bob, deployed

A level of media fatigue has set in, with

their experience to him via email. The

in Afghanistan. During the first week of

less and less coverage devoted to the

team Pete has enlisted includes family,

December 2012, Robert “Bob” Walters

war. The Pew Research Center reported

friends, community members, and

said goodbye to his wife, Katrina, and

the Afghanistan war accounted for a

one preschool teacher who used the

began a nine-month deployment. He

meager four percent of all newspaper

experience to teach her class about

would spend Christmas and New Year’s,

coverage in 2010. A sharp decline from

real-life superheroes. I will be sharing a

his 28th birthday and fourth wedding

2009, when the war accounted for 27

meal in August.

anniversary 7,000 miles away in the

percent of all news coverage.

desert of Afghanistan.

Many groups like Any Soldier and The “The populous isn’t connected anymore

Soldier’s Family help provide care

As a child growing up in Waynesboro,

to the military like a generation was in

packages for deployed soldiers. Pete,

Pennsylvania, Bob dreamt of flying,

the 50’s and 60’s,” explained Pete. “And

however, wanted this experience to go

and serving his country. An Eagle Scout

very few people of today’s population

a step further. Beyond showing support

and graduate of the prestigious Military

have any [military] experience at all...I

for Bob, he wanted people back home

Academy at West Point, Bob, by many

wanted Bob to feel like the people back

to get a taste of the soldier’s life.

accounts, is a venerable all-American

home haven’t lost track of him.”

man. He is now a captain serving as part of Task Force Knighthawk, a branch of the Army’s combat aerial support. This means, among other duties, Bob is an Army helicopter pilot.

“Bob is out there,” Terry, a family friend, To ensure Bob was not forgotten,

said. “He’s serving. And we realize this

Pete came up with a unique plan.

is what they live on sometimes.”

He distributed enough MRE’s, meals ready to eat, the military’s cardboardpackaged, high calorie, often taste bud

“Flying

absolute

amazing

experience,” Bob said in an email.

violating food rations affectionately referred to by soldiers as Meals Rarely Eaten, to feed one person every week

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Terry shared his MRE at home with his wife. The meal, he said, was not bad, but this was not his first experience eating one. Terry recalled a double date he and his wife shared with Pete

and his wife. The two husbands “cooked”

worry. When you’re there, I worried more

to several of my friends from the academy

dinner for the ladies by preparing an

about my family worrying about me than I

that knew her, and that has helped

assortment of MRE’s.

worried about me.”

tremendously.”

“We’re proud of Bob,” Terry said. “We’re

Pete intends to travel to Washington D.C.

As Bob’s tour of duty begins to wind down

just so proud of him. We know he did a

in May for the G.I. Film Festival, a gathering

in September, focus will shift to the joy

lot of training in America, but in his heart

devoted to military movies, to entice a

of his return and acclimating to life back

he knew he wanted to serve his country

celebrity to share a meal with Bob.

home. This transition is difficult for many

overseas. Because that’s what military people do.”

returning soldiers. “How cool would it be if he got an email or a letter from a guy like Gary Sinise?”

“Be patient, and listen to their story,” Dr.

Terry described the meals as a way to be

Pete asked, referring to Sinise’s iconic

D’Arenzio, a former Navy psychologist who

with Bob in spirit, an idea welcomed by

Lieutenant Dan role in Forrest Gump.

specializes in military mental health care,

Bob who said being away from family is the hardest part of his deployment. The meals have brought joy to his endeavor.

advised. “They often, eventually, want to A letter from a celebrity would provide a welcome break from the wearisome doldrums being stationed overseas can

tell their story about their experiences. Certainly expect to have someone come home who is changed.”

“Some people really liked the strawberry

create. While the heavy concrete ceiling

dairy shake, and others thought it was

of Bob’s barracks, designed to keep out

A study by the National Council for

the most disgusting thing ever,” Bob

enemy fire, would seem to serve as a

Community Behavioral Health reported

lightheartedly said. “Granted, one group

constant reminder of the perilous nature

30 percent of soldiers deployed to Iraq

who liked it may have turned it into a

his situation presents, Bob claims it rarely

and Afghanistan suffer a mental health

strawberry daiquiri, something I’ve never

feels like he is in a war zone.

condition. The study claims every one

had the opportunity to do. The most important takeaway, though, has been the gratitude that everyone has expressed for the service of our soldiers.”

dollar invested in immediate veteran’s “The few times it does feel more like a war zone are when we receive rocket fire,” Bob casually explained. “It also hits very close to home whenever we lose soldiers. Being

Pete, a decorated soldier himself, is a

in the aviation community, it is especially

veteran of the First Gulf War. His Bronze

hard when an aircraft goes down.”

Star for heroic or meritorious service hangs proudly on the wall of his Edward Jones office where he is a financial adviser and proprietor.

mental health services saves taxpayers $2.50 in long term care. Investing $480 million to treat the 210,000 untreated soldiers would result in a savings of $1.2 billion.

For now, Pete does not think Bob has Sadly, on March 11, a Blackhawk Helicopter from Bob’s base crashed, claiming the lives of five soldiers. Capt. Sara Knutson, who died in the crash, was friends with Bob.

changed much. But, when Bob returns home the two will have a camaraderie forged in combat, and shared by only those who have served.

“Dad,” Pete said, explaining the stress of

This was an abrupt, painful reminder of

being a soldier’s father far exceeds the

the ever-present danger military service

“I think so far not a whole lot, but I think

difficulties he felt while serving. Pete

entails.

when he gets back it will be different,” Pete

paused, overcome with emotion, and continued. “I know he’s safe, and he has it a whole lot easier than we did, because they have the infrastructure. But still you

said. “There’s going to be a bond there that “When someone that you know is killed

you just look at somebody, and you know.”

we band together,” Bob said. “I’ve talked Contact: joshua@iconicmagazine.com

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The Company is

Gourmet By: Jeremy Kowing

Slippery ham pot-pie is a combination of ham, potatoes, and egg noodles all cooked in a bouillon broth in a large pot. It is the kind of meal you can imagine a farmer’s wife cooking up for her husband and children after a long day out in the fields, It is always amazing how the the kind of meal that may not right company can make look like much, but will always even the most mundane meal leave that well-fed warmth in gourmet. That company to me is your stomach. my family, and the food at hand is far from mundane. However, In my family my father is the when you think of gourmet food cook. He is the child of a farmer you typically envision eating and his wife, as well as one of escargot in Paris or savoring nine children who were fed this fettuccini while watching meal many times after working gondolas in Venice. I would hard in fields. imagine slippery ham pot-pie does not even make the list. If it “Dinner’s ready. Bring your is even a meal you have heard plates over,” my father says, and of. You see, slippery ham pot-pie the line forms of myself, my wife, is a staple Pennsylvania Dutch and my mother who is carrying cuisine. While the Pennsylvania a plate for grandmother. My Dutch are a hardworking and ten-month-old son will be resourceful people, their food is skipping the pot-pie in favor of typically quite utilitarian. If food some delicious pureed sweet were cars, Pennsylvania Dutch potatoes. food would be a Chevy pickup truck. It may not have the flash “Smells good, John.” My mother or flare of a Ferrari, but it will says. always get the job done, and it We all nod in agreement. has a beauty to its simplicity.

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After we all fill our plates, we sit down to eat. There are topics that are typically considered a faux pas to talk about during dinner. They are religion and politics. This is not a rule my family, more specifically my father and I, adhere to. Since the election is near, politics seem appropriate, and soon the conversation moves to a favorite subject of contention between the two of us: illegal immigration. “What I can’t stand is these people coming here and making no effort to become part of our culture.” my father says. Neither my father nor I support illegal immigration, but we both see a different way of dealing with it. “You should deport them all,” he gruffly barks. My father is a bit of a hard liner on the subject, whereas I consider myself a bit more of a realist. “But you can’t remove six million people from the economy and

not expect it to have a major effect,” I retort. “There has to be some comprehensive reform that seals the borders, brings as many into the legal fold, and deports those that don’t want to comply.”

“Really Liam? That is very interesting. I had never thought of it that way,” I playfully say to the sweet potato covered ten-month-old.

“I read an article recently that said in the next two decades whites will no longer be the majority, and Latinos are the fastest growing demographic,” my father states.

“Really Dad this is very good.” I say.

“Well then I guess it is a good thing that we are protecting minority rights now isn’t it,” I jibe. Sensing that there needs to be a change in the conversation, my mother asks my wife, “How was work today, Liz?”

He smacks his tray and smiles approvingly.

“Thanks, I added an extra bouillon cube to the broth this time. There is plenty for seconds,” My father offers. The offer of a second round is something I never pass up. So, I stand up, offer to refill others’ plates, and begin spooning out another helping of noodles, ham, and potatoes.

“...there is something It is amazing how magical that simple the meal “Good, a little busy,” sounds. It really happens when that my wife says, “but at is just ham, egg least I didn’t break noodles, and meal is shared my nose again,” potatoes all cooked referring to a recent together, but there run in that involved a is something magical with the right Rottweiler and my wife’s that happens when face. The bruises around is shared with company.” thethatrightmealcompany. both eyes and an agonizing When pain when she sneezes lead me to believe the dog won. She would beg to differ. “This is really good, honey,” my mother tells my father as we all nod in agreement again.

a good meal is shared with people you love and care about it takes on a whole new life. While the food may not be considered gourmet, the company most certainly is.

“Bababababa. Mamamama.” My son chimes in.

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Whimsical Creations &Vintage

Fashion Drawings By Dariel Bendin

In a show entitled From Dior’s Paris to Calabash: Whimsical Creations & Vintage Fashion Drawings, Sunset R iver Marketplace art gallery in Calabash, N.C. will feature works by George Gerald Davis from April 29 through June 15. A reception to meet the artist will be Saturday, May 11 from 2 to 5 p.m. After studying fashion design at Richmond Professional Institute, now Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), George Gerald Davis lived in Paris studying fashion illustration at Cours Bercot, Dessin De Mode. He became an apprentice with a modeliste of Christian Dior in order to study draping and design.

“We worked on each other’s designs,” said Davis. “And while Brook did not use a sewing machine, I did all the m a c h i n e wo r k . It was truly a

collaborative effort. We were together for 49 years until Brook’s death last July.

“In 1964, Brook was managing the Battaglia Shop on Park Avenue and Mr. Battaglia allowed us to have a showing of hats on the second floor. An Returning to New York City, he editor from Harper’s came in to met Brook Volland, who would see the hats.” become his partner in business and in life. Together they Suddenly the duo had their designed hats under the label work on the cover of Harper’s Gerald-Brook. Bazaar and by Fall 1965 had

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their first millinery shop in New York. Davis had grown up in rural N.C., and a few years later the pair relocated to Wilson, N.C. and opened Gerald-Brook Boutique, which they ran for the next 28 years. “I’ve always come up with crazy things to do with my talent,” laughed Davis. “Several years ago I wanted to create something for some dear friends who have a shop in town

: The show at Sunset River will include several of Davis’ whimsically embellished shoes along with more than 30 original vintage fashion drawings from his college days in the states and his apprenticeship in Paris. Gallery owner Ginny Lassiter said, “I know Gerry from Wilson, where my daddy lives, so I’m

called JoLiAn, so I took two pair of shoes and decorated them with beads, sprays, bangles, anything sparkly and shiny and they were a big hit. That was the beginning!”

the Riveter, Neptune’s WC … and he’s got some brand new ones, I understand.” Sunset River Marketplace is located at 10283 Beach Drive SW (Hwy 179), Calabash, For more information, visit the website www.sunsetrivermarketplace. com or like the gallery’s Facebook page. Reach the gallery by telephone at 910.575.5999.

always interested in what he’s going to do next. We’ve had his fashion illustrations at the gallery before, and they’ve always gotten quite a response. When I saw this group of shoes, I knew I wanted to feature him in a show. The titles alone make me laugh: Cupid Did It, Rosie

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Festivals Define Southern Lifestyle By Liz Mitchell

Festivals through South Carolina are among the iconic celebrations of spring showcasing the southern lifestyle. Any excuse for a festival brings families to the streets with dozens of free events which usually feature a combination of live entertainment, art and craft vendors, kids’ activities and plenty of food and beverage. A few of the major ones are recommended for your enjoyment.

businesses is recommended. Street parking is limited in this tiny waterfront town. For details, please see www.bluecrabfestival.org.

Blue Crab Festival is May 18-19 in Little River, SC. It’s one of the biggest events in the area, with its 32nd year coming up. It’s a family event and also welcomes thousands of guests who happen to be gathering for the annual Bike Week, a motorcycle riding event ranging throughout the entire area. Entertainment this year includes the Craig Woolard Band, the Carolina Soul Band, Jim Quick & Coastline and the Fantastic Shakers. These are well known regional groups which perform at many events throughout the Carolinas.

Aloft will attract lager lovers, live music fans and thrill-seekers alike. The festival, re-engineered this year, includes four live music stages along with gourmet food trucks, a craft beer experience, patriotic tributes, ultralights, remote control airplanes, ziplining, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, slackline competition, family zone, amusement rides and fun for the whole family.

While local blue crab is the feature during its special spring season, other festival foods always include shrimp and more seafoods as well as burgers, fries and other typical street foods. Arts and craft exhibits also line the street for several blocks along the walk from the parking lot to the waterfront staging area. Adult gate admission is $5 per day, and free parking with shuttle service from nearby

Aloft is presented at Heritage Park in Simpsonville, SC, May 24-27. Want to get high? Fun has a new name and it’s in the sky! The hot air balloon festival, formerly known as Freedom Weekend, Aloft is reaching for new heights this Memorial Weekend.

Evening concerts in the amphitheater feature Kip Moore, Emerson Drive and Outshyne on Friday; Corey Smith and Andy Grammer on Saturday and Third Eye Blind and Sister Hazel on Sunday. If you’re near Simpsonville, look up. With 80 hot air balloons in the sky, you can›t miss it. Fun things up! Festival details and tickets can be found at www.aloft.org Piccolo Spoleto Festival is a collection of arts events for 17 days May 24- June 9 in Charleston, SC. Spoleto was the original festival with 700 events in 17 days. It was founded by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Gian Carlo Menotti, Christopher Keene, and others who sought to create an American counterpart to their annual Festival of Two Worlds in Spoleto, Italy. Spoleto is in its 37th season, quite the international event with performing arts including opera, theater, dance and music, much of which is classical featuring widely acclaimed international performers. www.iconicmagazine.com

Piccolo Spoleto, now in its 35th year, runs concurrently and was created as a complement to the original festival. This portion focuses on arts of the Southeast U.S. Many free events including opportunities for children are in the outdoor festival venues. Local and regional painters, sculptors, crafters and actors will present their own world-class talent in this historic city which is welcoming to visitors year-round. One unique program during Piccolo Spoleto is “Becoming Harriet Tubman,” a dramatic presentation created and delivered by Natalie Daise. Through narrative and music, five reallife characters tell how a seemingly insignificant little girl became a historical icon. This onewoman show compellingly portrays the legend of the former slave-turned abolitionist, Union spy, and conductor of the Underground Railroad. This show, which played to critical acclaim last year, is scheduled for May 24, May 31 and June 7 in the Circular Church. Complete schedules and tickets to both festivals are available online beginning May 7: www.piccolospoleto.com or www.spoletousa. org. Mayfest on Main is May 11 on Main Street in North Myrtle Beach, SC from 10 am until 6 pm. It includes arts and crafts vendors, food, childrens’ area, street performers and concerts on stage. Entertainers beginning at Noon are Ross Coppley, John Waite and Little River Band. Free street parking and miscellaneous lots are nearby with shuttle buses running from church lots several blocks away. The event is free. Greek Festival is in downtown Greenville, SC May 16 – 19. Tours of the church and lectures feature the beautiful Byzantine architecture, Byzantine chanting, Greek history and the origin of the faith. Food is a huge attraction for this event, with a drive-through booth, outdoor vendors, a coffee shop and indoor

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dining. Expect a wide variety of specialties including lamb, chicken, salads, meatballs, Greek sausage, Greek fries, calamari and the popular pastries such as baklava, kataifi and loukoumades. Nick Trivelas and George Anotonopoulous will entertain, with Greek dancing and toe tapping to be expected. A children’s area includes face painting and play space. Festival admission is $1 for adults. Please find additional details: http://www. stgeorgegreenville.org/GreekFestival.html The Gullah Festival is May 24-26 in Beaufort, SC. Details are at www.gullahfestival.org. This festival began in 1986 with a group of Black women planning an event similar to the old time Decoration Day. Gullah is defined as the culture which combines the West African legacy with the American experience. The festival’s purpose is to keep the Gullah history alive. From 35 attendees in its first year, this festival has grown to attract as many as 70,000 guests during the Memorial Weekend. This year it is based at the Technical College of the Lowcountry with additional events throughout the historic downtown. Music, dance, arts and food focus on the historical significance of the Sea Island heritage. Adult ticket prices are $15 each for Friday or Saturday to include Friday’s evening of jazz and blues or Saturday’s Decoration Day drama. Please call 843-525-0628 or visit www.gullahfestival.org for additional ticket information. This is an alcohol and drug free event. Spring into the southern lifestyle and find an Iconic festival to suit your own taste this year.

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HEART HEALTHY By: Lana Moore Now is the perfect time to try out indulgent yet heart-healthy dessert recipes with ingredients that help promote cardiovascular health. Pastry Chef Daniel Benjamin of Herons, the Forbes Five Star, AAA Five Diamond restaurant at The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary, N.C., shares his own recipe for Dark Chocolate Almond Milk Custard with Fruit and Nut Granola to try at home. With ingredients like dark chocolate, almonds, oats and Carrageenan (which helps keep intense chocolate flavor), this recipe is light yet rich-tasting dessert has little added fat. What’s not to love?

Fruit and Nut Granola ½ c Honey ½ c Maple Syrup ¼ c Olive Oil, citrus flavored Nice pinch of salt ½ tsp Ground Cinnamon 1½ c Rolled Oats ¼ c Toasted Coconut ¼ c Toasted Sliced Almonds ¼ c Freeze Dried Raspberries 1. Combined honey, syrup, olive oil, salt, and cinnamon in sauce pan and warm (taste for salt and season as needed). 2. Once seasoned well bring to full boil and boil for 3 minutes. 3. Pour over oats and toss to combine. 4. Pour onto parchment lined sheet pan and bake at 300 until golden brown and crispy. 5. Remove from oven. Remove mixture from parchment paper and pour onto clean cool surface, separate.6. Once cooled rough chop in food processor to break into pieces. 7. In a bowl combine mixture with coconut, raspberries and almonds. 8. Spoon over custard and top with nice sorbet, blood orange or citrus works nicely.

Dark Chocolate Almond Milk Custard 1 c Almond Milk Pinch of salt 8oz Dark Chocolate 1¼ c Water 1/8 tsp Kappa Carrageenan 1/4 tsp Iota Carrageenan 1. Combine Almond Milk, Salt and Chocolate

in a bowl over double boiler until smooth, set aside. 2. With a hand blender mix the Carrageenan into the water. Then, pour into sauce pan and bring to full boil. 3. Pour over the chocolate mixture and mix well. 4. Pour Custard into desired serving dish (ramekin, martini glass, bowl, etc.) 5. Allow to set in fridge for 1 hour.

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Women on the Move

2013

By Lana Moore

Conceited... By Shaunell Robinson Shoes

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Shaunell Robinson Owner of Conceited Inc. Georgia State Alum Shaunell Robinson started her career heading in a different direction. With a degree in accounting, Robinson decided to blaze her own trail and fused her love for fashion, shoes specifically, and her business sense and in 2010 opened her own shoe boutique. That was only the beginning. In 2011 she decided to design her own shoe line to give women the same confidence she felt everyday by wearing a sexy shoe and Conceited was born.

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Antonia Louissaint-Fashion Designer/Entrepreneur Antonia Louissaint is no stranger to fashion. This Miami resident has taken fashion into her own hands and created wearable high fashion, infused with the spirit of Miami. Owner of Miami boutique, Dressed to Kill, Louissaint is continuing her fashion journey with the launch of her new collection, Always Midnight, for women who seek that outfit that can seamlessly transition from day to night. Debuting May 24, 2013, this new venture is sure to keep Antonia Louissaint on the move.

Saisha Beecham Celebrity Makeup Artist As far as celebrities are concerned, you name them and Saisha Beecham has glammed them. With an artistic background, Beecham started her career in front of the camera. With the long hours she would spend in hair and makeup, she began to develop her own love and admiration for the craft. Whether it is for a red carpet event, magazine cover, television appearance or film, when her distinguished clients want their look done with a brush of perfection, they only trust the best, Saisha Beecham.

Elizabeth Marte Entreprenuer/Blogger Resident fashion maven and Fashion Climaxx vlogger, Elizabeth Marte is a force to be reckoned with. Her style and input have made her the whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s who of the blog world. Her regular YouTube videos have garnered a following that is too big to be ignored.

Angel Brinks Fashion Designer California native Angel Brinks began her love for leggings and tights at a young age. A former dancer, Brinks was surrounded by the attire for the majority of her upbringing. Therefore, it was only natural for her to mix her funky style with spandex and create Angel Brinks Fashion Leggings. Launched Easter Sunday of 2011, Brinks has made strides and has developed her company from leggings and tights to dresses, body suits and now a new lingerie line called Body by Brinks.

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Melanie Woodrow:

WholeNatured Living By Joshua Vaughn

Broadcast journalism, on any level, is by no means a low stress career. Long hours, tight deadlines, and a barrage of tragic events to cover can become taxing for even the most centered person. Melanie Woodrow has found a unique balance. Melanie, formerly of WAVY serving the Viginia/North Carolina community, now works as an investigative journalist for the nationally syndicated show, “The Doctors.” After years of high stress work taking its toll on her, Melanie turned to yoga and a holistic lifestyle to bring her life back in check. Iconic: When and how did you come to this lifestyle? MW: Around 2009, while I was working as an investigative reporter at WAVY, I developed a couple of serious running injuries including a partially torn tendon and ligament in my foot. My foot was in a boot for about 6 months and it set off a whole host of other health issues. My body was sort of out of whack. This was a very difficult time for me. I was in a lot of physical discomfort but I still had a demanding career that I was dedicated to. I lost a significant amount of weight during this time and while some doctors commended me for my weight loss I knew something was off in my body. I went to

many doctors, had many tests and tried some conventional and holistic treatments. I was already practicing hot yoga at the time but decided to really commit myself to my practice, especially since I could no longer run given my injury. I also did a lot of research about different foods and I began experimenting with my diet. I cut out sugar and processed foods as well as wheat. I kept in probiotic dairy and fish. I really began to tune into how my body felt with different foods. The more awareness I built from yoga the better I began to feel. I also realized that I had some unexpressed negative emotions stored in my body. I believe the illness I experienced was those emotions working their way out. Again, once the awareness was there with yoga, my body healed itself from the inside out. I was so amazed by my body’s ability to do what treatments and doctors couldn’t that I felt another internal calling, this time to become a certified yoga instructor. I am a 200 hour RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher) through Yoga Alliance. I mostly teach and practice hot vinyasa (a flow class in a heated room). After about a year of teaching, I was looking for a way to bridge the gap between my investigative reporting career and yoga lifestyle so I became

a certified health coach. I am a certified health coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. My intention was to help other women like myself and to build my brand as a health and wellness reporter. During my health coach training, I created a franchise at WAVY called Healthy in Hampton Roads. It was a wonderful way to report on holistic health and wellness topics during my free time while balancing the investigations I reported during the day. I also produced these segments from start to finish, including booking the guests and securing the props. It was fantastic training for the health investigations I now produce and report for The Doctors. Iconic: Has yoga and the holistic lifestyle been a transformative change for you, and how has this benefitted you? MW: Without a doubt, yoga has transformed my life. My level of awareness grows every day. I still hold my breath when I get stressed or my shoulder or hip tenses up, but I notice. I’m aware and I know that by coming back to my breath and the present moment, I can release that tension immediately. I also enjoy sweets (I love dessert) but again I’m aware of how different foods make me www.iconicmagazine.com

feel and I always have a choice. It’s all about balance. I eat intuitively. My body tells me what it needs, when I’m hungry and what I’m really hungry for. I attribute this mind body connection to my yoga practice and my health coach training. Before I ever coached other women, I was my first client.

I go to a 6 am yoga class or take an evening yoga break and then come back to work late at night. If I know I have a particularly difficult week ahead or I’m travelling for a story, I’ll bank a few extra classes on the weekend. I recently took a yoga class in Omaha, Nebraska after a field shoot. It was the

Iconic: Do you feel that anyone can benefit from this lifestyle?

Iconic: What difficulties have you encountered when trying to live this way? MW: The challenge for me continues to be balance. I love what I do professionally. I have a bulldogness about me when it comes to investigations. I am a truth seeker through and through. I don’t accept things at face value and I hold people accountable. I also have a sweet and nurturing side that comes through when I teach yoga. For a while, I struggled with picking one over the other, but lately I’ve realized this is my yang and yin. It doesn’t have to be one or the other. I can be both. As one yoga teacher put it, I can find balance between the fiery warrior in me and the yin goddess. Iconic: How do you balance your demanding career with a holistic/yoga lifestyle? MW: Planning. I know if I miss more than a day or two on my mat, everything else begins to unravel. Sometimes this means

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fresh meal just for you, you’re sending a strong message of worthiness to yourself. Same goes for sitting down and taking time to really enjoy that meal. Even if it’s just once a week, I try to make myself something nice or splurge on healthful good quality ingredients.

most wonderful thing I’d ever done for myself while traveling for work. It was a great lesson in how important that restoration is for me. It allows me to be my best when I’m doing what I love. Planning is also important with food choices. If I don’t shop for healthy food and come prepared to work I’ll make lackluster food decisions. I used to never cook for myself. During my health coach training I realized, cooking for yourself is an act of self love. When you prepare a beautiful

MW: Not anyone, but everyone! I can’t help but suggest yoga to everyone I know. Here’s the thing, there are so many different types of yoga. You could have one bad experience and write it off. I almost did. I took hatha yoga at Cornell for a required gym credit. I fell asleep every time. I definitely thought it was relaxing, but I also thought it was boring and certainly not a workout. It was only when I found hot yoga and then hot vinyasa that yoga really clicked for me. I love the dynamic flow of vinyasa. I feel energized and self-expressed when I practice. I sweat a ton and it’s put me in great shape, but more than a work out, it’s a work in. I know myself in a way I didn’t before I practiced yoga. I’ve learned so much about myself through my practice. When it comes to a healthy lifestyle, we all know eating more fruits and vegetables, eating less calories

and working out more is a sure-fire way to get in shape, but I believe we’re all intrinsically different. What works for one person won’t work for another. Some people have greater protein needs or food allergies. For one person, a vegetarian, gluten free diet might be best. For another, not. The point is, no outside person will ever be able to tell you exactly what will work for you, not even a health coach. They can help you tap into those answers and experiment with different lifestyle choices, but ultimately I believe you have the answers, your body is your best teacher. For me personally, yoga helped me get in touch with those answers. So, I’m excited to encourage others to give it a try, especially if they are curious. Again, there are so many different types of yoga to experiment with. I discovered yin yoga this past year and I’m just now enjoying kundalini yoga. There’s no one way. You have to experiment and see what works for you. Iconic: What advice do you have for those looking to get started? In addition to the above, I do think having a coach can be a valuable thing. Whether it’s a lifestyle coach or a health coach. Talking with someone who is objective and will ask you the right questions can be priceless. It’s not so much about receiving expert advice as it is about having the opportunity to express the answers you have inside, but may not be tapping into. A coach can help you get in touch with those answers simply by asking the right questions and listening.

When it comes to food, rather than cutting out or restricting, start to add in. Add in more fruits and vegetables. Add in whole grains and live foods. As you add in the good stuff, you will naturally crowd out the processed foods, sugar and anything else that might not be best for your body. Iconic: What advice do you give people that find it hard to balance a busy life with holistic living? MW: Again, planning and making yourself a priority. You can’t be your best for everyone else if you’re not carving out some time for yourself. Really find those activities that are restorative for you rather than numbing. In other words, a lot of us will sit on the couch and watch tv or have a decadent meal or dessert when we finally give ourselves some ‘me’ time, but those activities aren’t really restorative. Try going for a walk, taking a yoga class, dancing, reading a good book, getting a massage or taking a bubble bath. Find that activity that leaves you feeling lighter and more vibrant afterwards rather than the activity that simply lets you escape. Melanie can be seen regularly on “The Doctors” (www.thedoctorstv. com).You can connect with Melanie on Twitter (@WoodrowMelanie), Fa ce b o o k ( w w w. f a ce b o o k . com/pages/MelanieWoodrow/287243431388581), or visit her website, www. wholenatured.com). Photos courtesy of Van Applegate (@VBagate)

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N O I H S A F G N I SPR By: Ashley Andrus Spring is officially here and women and men both have great trends to wear! Spring 2013 trends for women include: bold prints, silky tops, your spring jacket, statement necklaces, sassy skirt and pants, wedge, totes, laces, mixing patterns, and wedges.

In the spring, women can incorporate ethnic trends in their wardrobe by adding African essence, organic jewelry, tribal patterns, and mixing patterns.

the 2013 is d n a , suit ow n a d l u o h s oman s. Ever y w womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suit of return

Black and white, color-block ing, and aggressive platforms are huge for 2013 and will be around for many seasons to come.

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Not sure what to wear to weddings or derby races this spring? Wearing white head to toe, lace dresses, single sole pumps, and everything feminine is perfect for the spring and socializing.

For men, the spring season is clean-cut, classy, and full of bright colors. Designers took styles from the past, but updated to offer a modern twist on tradition. According to Belk, men trends include: 1.) Slim Fit Jean - Perfectly pared down, this is the denim silhouette that brings chic to the street. Check out vintage washes—even white. 2.) Novelty Short - Ready, set, reinvent from the bottom up. Take a look at tantalizing tints and innovative fabrics that have a feel for comfort. 3.) Preppy Shoes - From classic boat shoes to elevated oxfords, prepare to prep. Step out in style with footwear that adds the cool to casual. 4.) Prominent Patterns - Overt or understated, prints exude optimism and energy. From plaids and paisleys to new tropical and scarf prints, updated patterns will add the fizz and the fireworks. 5.) Colored Bottom - The right buy, for right now: Pants in colors you never imagined. Khakis take a back seat to cardinal red, ultra marine and heather blue. Prepster Ties - Give your style a retro vibe with seersucker, subtle plaids and checks. This neck wear could be one of your favorite fashion finds this spring. Spring Sport Coat - Score comfort, style, versatility and value in a completer piece you can count on. The sport coat goes from subdued to stylish in trend-right colors and easy wear fabrics. Tees, Tees, Tees - Show off your playful side. Color your world with a wardrobe of tees that will definitely be one of your warm weather wise buys. Layer, layer, layer. Bold Stripes - A wide variety of prominent patterns plays an important role this season, but stripes will stay conspicuously in the spotlight. A wide range of widths and unexpected color combos keep them coming. Feel free to raise the bar. Soft Color Dress Shirt - Indulgent yet accessible, say “yes” to shirts in the dreamy shades. Taking chances can be a thing of beauty. Photos are courtesy of Belk.com.

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Wine Time on Hilton Head Island By: Liz Mitchell

n Island Winery afternoon is a one-of-a-kind experience suggested during a visit to Hilton Head Island on the southeast coast of South Carolina. The family-friendly winery appeals to the novice as well as the experienced wine authority. A casual visitor may emerge as a wine enthusiast, and tasting the award winners is fine enough to satisfy cultured and knowledgeable visitors. Cherries, peaches, blueberries, blackberries, chocolate, oranges, cranberries, apples, cinnamon – any of these flavors enticing? Oh, yes, grapes are crushed, fermented and pressed! Magic is worked within tanks and barrels for an aging process ranging from a few months to two years. With tastes ranging from the traditional Italian or Rhone to Carolina style, Island Winery puts it into a bottle. Not all together of course!

winery in 2006, bringing with them success in producing award-winning wines since 2002 at their Westfall Winery in Montague, New Jersey, as well as Georgene’s Italian heritage of family winemaking. All wines are handcrafted at the Hilton Head winery, although the vineyard is not local. Fine grapes for the Island Winery products come from the world’s best wine regions, such as northern California, the Curico Valley of Chile, the Russian River Valley or the U.S. Great Lakes region. Local South Carolina Muscadine grapes and many local fruits deliver creative combinations in the Lowcountry Specialty Wines line.

condiment. Sherry pepper sauce is believed to have originated in Bermuda hundreds of years ago where sailors added sherry to the local pequin peppers to spice up the ship rations. Island Winery creates this new sauce with their barrel-aged semidry sherry infused for several weeks with smoky chipotle and habanero peppers. Then it’s bottled with pequin peppers and some Caribbean spices. It’s recommended as a splash into she crab soup or seafood chowder, stirred into shrimp and grits or mixed with mayo for a spicy dip.

The winery is open Monday through Saturday from 12:30 pm until 5:30 pm. Complimentary In the recent prestigious Finger tastings are offered, and the Lakes Wine Competition, the special events promise some 2011 Pinot Noir and the 2011 wine education along with Merlot both won the silver socializing. Wine and Cheese medal. Happy Hour is open Monday through Thursday at 4 pm for Then it’s wine time! The newest offer from this $15 per person. It includes wine winery is not wine. It’s the Hot samples and light appetizers. Loren and Georgene Mortimer Sherry Pepper Sauce, suggested opened their South Carolina as the perfect lowcountry

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Wine Flights and Cheese are offered at $10 per person from 12:30 pm until 2:30 pm daily except Sunday. A wine flight is three glasses of different wines served at the same time. The red wine barrel tasting is a special event on Fridays at 4 pm. This is a sampling to compare the aging wines to previously bottled vintages. This is $10 per person and includes an additional flight or a single glass of choice and light appetizers. Reservations are required for the Friday

tastings and suggested for the happy hour events

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Bottle prices range from $17 to $28, with case discounts, and are available online as well as at the winery. The pepper sauce is $6.50 and available in several Hilton Head retail locations as well as online. To order or to find deals or event info, please call 843-842-3141 or visit www. islandwinery.com. Be sure to say you get your iconic wine news from Iconic magazine!

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