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Get a taste of the Memphis culinary gem. Delicious.
11 | BOOK THE NORMAL BAR
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The Surprising Secrets of Happy Couples and What They Reveal About Creating the New Normal in Your Relationship.
14 | CELEBRITY STYLE REVIEW Voluminous curls, blunt bangs, and sleek side curls.
16 | LILLY GHALICHI BLOWIN' UP
Don’t miss our exclusive interview with the “glam obsessed” star of Bravo’s Shahs of Sunset.
22 | FRESHOLOGY
DELIVERING HEALTH GOURMET STYLE Meet Founder Todd DeMann to learn the secrets of the premier healthy food delivery service. Hand crafted, chef prepared, and delivered anywhere.
32 | LIKE IT, LOVE IT, WANT IT. Our marketplace guide to the sexiest summer essentials.
34 | DAY
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Spend a day in the Mississippi melting pot where the blues began and rock 'n' roll was born.
GRACELAND - 36 THE PEABODY MEMPHIS - 39 LANSKY BROTHERS, CLOTHIER TO THE KING - 40 MEMPHIS ROCK 'N' SOUL MUSEUM - 42 SUN STUDIO - 44 STAX MUSEUM OF AMERICAN SOUL MUSIC - 46 NATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM - 48 BEALE STREET - 52
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ur guests and I say “just remember to Enjoy…” at the conclusion of every episode of my television show, “Patrick Dockry’s Health Beauty Life,” and in the video versions of the articles in this magazine. (Be sure to scan the QR codes that accompany them with your smart phone or tablet.) We say it because it’s much more than a simple phrase; it reminds us to embrace life and defines the goals of our media which are to help you live life to the fullest, to be fit, eat well, be happy, remember to take time for yourself, and live in the moment. In short, to "enjoy." This is why we recognize celebrities who use fame to bring healing and enhance awareness, why we spend time with the world’s finest chefs to prepare meals and treats that are as good for you as they are delicious and why we feature up to the moment beauty and style tips and, innovative medical technologies that bring healing to the mind, body and soul. It is why we show you how to make the most of your travels by visiting the best of beautiful cities, “in a day.” So, as we proudly present our Summer 2013 issue, we invite you to come along and remind you…
…just remember to Enjoy. Patrick Dockry
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| DAY IN NASHVILLE
Come along as we experience the music, sights and neon lights of Music City USA.
RYMAN AUDITORIUM - 56 COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM - 57
RCA STUDIO B - 60 HATCH SHOW PRINT - 62 GRUHN GUITARS - 64 THE PARTHENON - 66 CHEEKWOOD ART & GARDENS - 67 THE GRAND OLE OPRY - 68 THE BLUEBIRD CAFE - 70 THE STATION INN - 71
72 | SUMMER FITNESS FOODS Tone up and slim down with these super healthy treats.
80 | WATERMARK
Where fine dining and traditional Southern comfort meet to create a one-of-a-kind dining experience in the heart of Music City.
84/86 | GET THE LOOK Learn how to create voluminous and sleek side curls.
88 | Sean Kanan Spend time in the kitchen with Sean Kanan, the hard working actor who is as skilled in the kitchen as he is on set.
92 | Charlie Vergo's Rendezvous Dine with us at the Memphis landmark to see why it’s the barbeque of choice for Presidents, Memphis residents, and rock ‘n roll royalty.
76 | Donna Spangler
94 | Time Machine by Dr. Tess Mauricio
Beauty & Brains. Get fit with the age defying author/producer in her Beverly Hills home.
Turn back the hands of time with America’s Favorite Dermatologist.
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ne of Memphis’ newest fine-dining restaurants is everything you would expect: Highly coveted
reservations, a seasonal menu, delicious food, and a professional staff. What you don’t expect is to forget you are in a restaurant. Tucked in a non-descript residential neighborhood on the east side of Memphis, this mid-century home turned restaurant uses the beautifully landscaped surroundings to its advantage, creating an inviting atmosphere that feels so much like home. From the bright yellow door that welcomes you in to the sun-drenched patio that overlooks the lush pristine acreage, you could easily mistake this experience for a Sunday night dinner party – that is until you get the food….. Freshness and integrity of the ingredients that come through the kitchen are the focus at The Acre. The style of cuisine is not fusion (although you will find various influences from Asia to Latin America in each dish), nor is it traditional. Rather, Chef Wally Joe and his culinary team work together to integrate different ingredients and techniques from around the world using the freshest product possible for dishes that are truly unique yet feel homemade. The Acre’s expectations of high-quality ingredients can be found everywhere, from their house-made syrups and infusions behind the bar to the restaurant grown herbs and florals. Each dish is prepared with minimal manipulation to let the individual ingredients shine. Patrick was lucky enough to spend some time in the kitchen with Chef Andrew Adams as he prepared one of The Acre’s delectable, seasonal entrees.
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Kimchee Glazed Snake River Sturgeon Black Garlic-Salsify Puree, Chorizo, Artichokes, Lotus Root & Avocado Pea Puree
INGREDIENTS • 1 lotus root segment • 6 cloves Korean black garlic • 2 salsify roots peeled and diced • 1 cup milk • 4 baby artichokes • 2 oz white wine • 2 shallots, minced • 1 cup of blanched english peas • 8 nasturtium leaves (substitute with arugula if necessary) • ¼ cup avocado oil • 2 oz Spanish dry chorizo • 2 cups pea tendrils • 4 6oz sturgeon fillets • 3 Tbs Momoya kimchee base or homemade kimchee pureed • Salt to taste • Olive oil for sautéing fish and artichokes
PREPARATION Turn oven to 350 degrees.
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Peel lotus root. Cut half of the root into ¼-inch disks and boil for about an hour, strain and reserve. Slice the other half of the lotus root into very thin wafers and fry until golden. (optional garnish) Simmer salsify in milk until tender for about 20 minutes. Strain the salsify and puree in a blender with black garlic. Add a small amount of milk as needed, but not all, to thin out puree. Season mixture with salt and hold warm. Peel artichokes down to the heart, place in acidulated water, and discard the green leaves. Sweat half of the shallots and add the white wine. Add the artichokes and cover with a mixture of half olive oil and half water or vegetable stock. Cook on low heat until tender, about 20-30 minutes. Strain and reserve. Sweat the remaining shallots over low heat in a sautee pan and mix with peas and nasturtium leaves in a blender. Puree with avocado oil until smooth. Season with salt and hold warm. Cut chorizo into small string-like strips (reserve a pinch for optional garnish). Sautee pea tendrils with olive oil in a pan over medium high heat. Add artichokes, boiled lotus root, and chorizo. Hold warm. Heat a large sauté pan or two small sauté pans over medium-high heat. Dry then season the sturgeon with salt. Add olive oil to the pans and then the fish. Sear until both sides are golden brown (about 1 minute per side). Remove fish from the pan and brush the kimchee base over the fish. Cook fish in the oven until cooked through. This will take about 3-5 minutes for a 2-inch thick fish. To plate, alternate dotting the salsify puree and pea puree on the plate. Place the pea tendril mix in the center of the plate and place the fish on top. Garnish with fried lotus root, additional nasturtium leaves, and chorizo.
BookReview By Kelly Taggart
W
hether blissfully living a dream romance or bored to tears in an existing relationship, there’s always this natural curiosity about how our love lives stack up to others and what our place is in the current perception of “normal.” In the hot-off-the-presses book aptly entitled The Normal Bar, wellness entrepreneur Chrisanna Northrup teamed up with two American sociologists, Yale Ph.D. Pepper Schwartz and Harvard Ph.D. James Witte, to come up with a process of polling, indexing and analyzing current couplings. The authors designed a very detailed and highly interactive survey with the objective of gathering intimate information about relationships from all around the world. After nearly 100,000 responses, the team sorted through the data and took a critical look at the satisfaction of couples in areas such as communication, affection, trust, fidelity, sex, as well as financial and even domestic cooperation. Sorting by age and gender, racial and geographic differences as well as sexual orientation, the authors were able to reveal many interesting findings with similarities in certain areas and some interesting, even surprising differences in others. For example, the number one complaint by men was not the lack of sex in their current relationship, as one would typically assume, but a lack of communication. When the happiest couples were asked to rank the most fulfilling aspect of their relationships, communication was at the top of the list followed by friendship, affection, sex, lifestyle, personal growth, financial stability, and then parenting.
The number one complaint by men was not the lack of sex in their current relationship, as one would typically assume, but a lack of communication.
The Normal Bar also offers readers the insight and tools that can help couples establish their own brand of normal and maybe even rekindle the romance that has taken a back seat to surviving daily life. The book suggests realistic and highly effective ways to break the unhappy, rut-filled cycles of boredom, disappointment, even frustration and give new understanding and appreciation for what made us fall in love in the first place. Want to see how your romance compares? Check out The Normal Bar, a Crown Archetype publication. www.thenormalbar.com
Packed full of interesting findings, The Normal Bar offers more than a somewhat voyeuristic look into the minds and domestic lives of couples from all over the globe. It identifies who typically wants what when it comes to couples’ sex lives, the factors that cause conflict, how kids and family figure into the mix, issues with educational, political, cultural, even spiritual differences and even the tiny habits or shortcomings that become big problems over time.
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BLOWIN' UP WITH LILLY GHALICHI Combine unbridled ambition with other worldly beauty, add a huge dollop of charm, talent and digital savvy, sprinkle in a white-hot hit on Bravo, and stand back. The Health Beauty Life team hooked up with the glam-obsessed Persian princess at her posh perch above Sunset Boulevard (yes, she lives on Sunset) for an afternoon chat and an evening shoot. Strong and unseasonably cold winds had blown through the day before leaving Los Angeles shiny clean with a clear blue sky turning indigo at dusk. With Sunset Boulevard at her feet and the LA skyline close enough to reach out and grab, Lilly gave us a glimpse into her world by sharing a few designs from her friend Michael Costello and hair and makeup artists Etienne Ortega and Rokael Lizama. The media powerhouse that is Lilly Ghalichi is fast becoming a household name as an undisputed fan favorite on Bravo’s The Shahs of Sunset and oversees a flourishing line of glam products and apparel. With her pal, Jennifer Stano, she is receiving raves for her razor-sharp line of fit for a queen pool and party wear, Have Faith Swimgerie, and, thanks to her discriminating eye for detail and keen understanding of all things glam; she’s recently launched a line of positively lethal eyelashes, Lilly Lashes. Never satisfied, Lilly’s parlayed her love and understanding of the world of high fashion, glamour and style to expand her product offerings to include hair extensions and created her own line formulated exclusively from human hair, named appropriately, Lilly Hair.
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Lilly shares that Initially, the bikini line was available in upscale boutiques but the quality-obsessed entrepreneur quickly decided the only way to truly control the retail experience and deliver complete customer satisfaction was to offer the line through her well-appointed site, HaveFaith.com. A visit to the site is a cerebral experience that shouldn’t be missed. Go there, and be instantly transported to a sunny beach day and poolside frame of mind, with every accoutrement necessary to make your summertime party scene sparkle and shine. Lilly makes it all sound easy as she casually shares how she graduated from Loyola Law School cum laude only to take a different path to fame and fortune. Propelled by an incandescent desire to achieve, and a love and understanding of all things glamorous, the hard working siren is fully engaged with an unwavering focus and the tenacity of a Bengal tiger.
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Who is
MICHAEL COSTELLO? Michael Costello is an American Couture Fashion Designer of Greek and Italian descent, and the first ever Gypsy fashion designer. The 29-year-old father of two was featured on Project Runway season 8, finishing in 4th place, and he was a Project Runway All-Star season 1 finalist. Michael began designing at the age of four and at age 15 opted to take a one-year internship with Bob Mackie. After his year-long internship, Michael, then 16, took a job designing clothes for Clare's collection, famous for their red carpet and pageant gowns.
Her work on Shahs of Sunset puts her squarely in the public eye every Sunday night at 9pm (on Bravo, 8pm central,) and some might consider her GLAM-aholic tendencies a little over the top. Undaunted, Lilly lets criticism roll right off her slender shoulders with her usual self-confident determination. Through hard work and artful execution, she’s riding a wave of success, “I want to be a billionaire, with a B,” she states. From what we saw in Lilly, there is little doubt that her goals will be attained, her dreams will come true and there is no limit to where she goes from here. Visit her Official Website: www.LillyGhalichi.com Follow her on Twitter: @LillyGhalichi Follow her on Instagram: @LillyGhalichi Become a Fan on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialLillyGhalichi
Michael has been involved with numerous charity fashion shows such as Pennies for Homeless, with special guests Freddy Prince, Jr. and Sarah Michelle Geller, which raised more than $250,000. Other charity events have included: Project Ethos, Sheknows.com, The Theresa A. Mike Foundation, and The Desert Cancer Foundation, The Desert Aids Project, and many more throughout the Coachella Valley. Michael helped raise over $9,000 for the Go Red For Women Foundation that earned him a spot in Macy's where his gowns were featured for two months to help raise awareness about the charity. In addition to Lilly Ghalichi, his portfolio includes designs for Toni Braxton, Paulina Rubio, Paris Hilton, Salma Hayek, Traci Bingham, Mary J. Blige, Nicole Richie, Lindsay Lohan, Celine Dion, Michelle Williams and others. Visit Michael’s showroom by appointment only 112 West 9th St. Los Angeles, CA 90015 Suite 230 (in the Apparel Mart Building) General inquires and pricing info: Please contact Richard at 760.534.1324
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Delivering Healthy Gourmet Style Knowing that it starts from the inside out, Freshology wholeheartedly embraces the philosophy of healthy living. They recognize that maintaining optimum health involves keeping one’s weight in check, eating healthy and fueling the body with a combination of nutritionally balanced meals on a daily basis.
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Freshology’s delicious calorie and portion controlled meals consist of lean proteins, good fats and low-glycemic carbohydrates, with ample servings of fruits and vegetables, which are known to aid in building immunity and provide the necessary antioxidants bodies need to fight disease. In addition to the benefits of weight loss and weight maintenance, the Freshology meal program also helps sharpen mental focus, increase metabolism, stabilize blood sugar, increase energy, and decrease cholesterol levels. With fresh, nutritious cuisine and a premium level of product development, quality, taste, and style, Freshology boasts the best tasting home delivery menu on the market. The 28-90 day menu rotation is designed by five-star chefs and offers generous meal variety sure to please even the most discerning palates. Customized in their state-of-the art kitchens, and free from preservatives, freeze-dried or dehydrated ingredients, healthy, calorie proportioned meals are prepared fresh and beautifully arranged by Freshology’s culinary artists, and then delivered to clients daily. Freshology also proudly embraces global responsibility. Their healthy meals, Go Green and biodegradable packaging, along with their business alliances all demonstrate a commitment to sustainability, green awareness, and “best practices.” Based on market availability, Freshology procures a combination of all natural, organic and premium conventional foods. They source meat based on a free-range environment with feed free from hormones and low stress hand processing. If a product is not market available through organic certified suppliers, Freshology chefs source the finest possible quality ingredients through local farms and ranches that utilize sustainable practices or conventional farms that provide a superior product that best fits the high standards of the company.
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Credits: By: Kelly Taggart & Kerri-Lynn Swanson Photos: Allen Carrasco and courtesy of Freshology
The Talent Behind Freshology Todd DeMann founded Freshology in 2005 based on the firm conviction that healthy nutrition and top-level cuisine were not mutually exclusive, but in fact were natural partners. Recognizing the rapid growth of the organic food movement over the last several years and the need to address the growing obesity problem plaguing many Americans, DeMann applied his management and client service skills and quickly built Freshology into the premier healthy food delivery service in Southern California. As the organization's CEO, DeMann oversees all aspects of the company's work from menu creation to staffing, and forging innovative partnerships with sister companies to expand the scope and quality of Freshology's offerings. Today Freshology reaches households across the nation, helping individuals to meet their weight loss and wellness goals with customized home delivery meal options.
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Pan-Roasted Tilapia with “Forbidden” Black Rice, Heirloom Carrots and Basil Puree INGREDIENTS • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
x4 4 oz. Tilapia filets 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. black pepper 1 c. Chinese forbidden rice 1 ½c. water 1 Bay leaf, fresh 2 cups mixed Asian mushrooms 2oz. Ponzu sauce 8oz. Heirloom baby carrots 6oz. Heirloom baby potatoes 3oz. Extra virgin olive oil 1oz basil leaves, fresh 1oz. Edible flowers Salt and pepper to taste
PREPARATION Preheat oven to 350F. In a large bowl, combine carrots and potatoes with olive oil, salt and pepper. Place them on a sheet pan and roast for 20 minutes or until tender. Keep in a warm oven until ready to serve. While the vegetables are roasting, combine rice, water and bay leaf in a sauce pan. Cover sauce pan with a lid and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes. Remove sauce pan from heat and keep the rice covered until ready to serve. Next, sauté mushrooms in a skillet on high heat for 3 minutes. Then deglaze the pan with Ponzu sauce using a wooden spoon to scrape up browned bits on the bottom of the pan. Set mushrooms aside. To prepare basil puree, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the basil leaves until bright green. Squeeze out excess liquid and allow leaves to cool. Once cooled, place the basil leaves in a blender and puree with 4-5 ice cubes. Season the puree to taste with salt and pepper and finish off with a drizzle of olive oil. Prepare the Tilapia by seasoning it with salt and pepper. Cook in a non-stick skillet over high heat for 2 minutes on each side. To plate, place a mound of the warm rice in a center of the plate, place fish over the rice, arrange mushrooms, carrots and potatoes around the fish and spoon the basil puree in between the vegetables. Garnish with flowers and enjoy!
Chef Raffi As one of the most highly regarded chefs to emerge from the Los Angeles culinary scene over the last decade, Raffi Asadourian brings a combination of rigorous training, farsighted leadership and an impeccable palate to the position of Chef de Cuisine at Freshology. A product of Joachim Spilchal's Patina Group, Chef Raffi has worked alongside such mentors as Walter Manzke, David Myers and Mark Gold, synthesizing those master chefs' matchless guidance with his own creative ingenuity and passion for working with fresh ingredients and nutritious recipes. Since February of 2008, Chef Raffi has served as the Culinary Director of Freshology's national gourmet meals programs.
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W
elcome to Memphis, Tennessee, the home of the blues and the birthplace of rock ‘n roll. Memphis has something to offer everybody, but it is the music, food and historic relevance of the place that makes “Bluff City” an absolute must on your travel wish list.
The music scene is thriving, with a magnificent array of traditional blues and rock ‘n roll clubs. In fact The Beale Street Historic District has been so faithfully protected that visiting the area is a neon lit step back in time to the night spots and blues clubs of another era. Dining in Memphis is a delicious mix of ingredients that include Memphis style dry barbeque, innovative and sophisticated upscale kitchens and every variation in between. Additionally, the City of Memphis, in concert with numerous civic partners and private donors, has created a group of museums and institutions that are unparalleled in scope and quality. They tell the Memphis story from the earliest days of the Delta sharecroppers, to gospel, soul and rock ‘n roll, the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and all that came after. Of course, Memphis is home to the King’s palace; Graceland, one of the most visited private homes in America and a one-of-a-kind experience that has to be seen to believe. Now, we are going to share it all with you. So come along as we discover the special blend of southern hospitality that is “Memphis…in a Day.”
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Graceland • The Peabody Memphis & Lansky Brothers • Rock 'n' Soul Museum Stax Museum • Sun Studio • Civil Rights Museum • Beale Street Credits: By: Greg Root, Kelly Taggart, Kerri-Lynn Swanson, Amy Apodaca, and Aaron Brown Photos: Allen Carrasco and courtesy of the Memphis Convention & Visitor's Bureau
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No visit to Memphis is complete without a tour of Elvis Presley’s world-famous Graceland. Opened to the public in 1982 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991, Graceland boasts over 600,000 visitors each year, is one of the five most visited home tours in the United States. It is the most famous home in America after The White House.
Experience Elvis Presley's Graceland Take an unforgettable journey through the most famous rock ‘n roll residence in the world. Explore the personal life of Elvis Presley and learn how his revolutionary style and unique sound changed the face of popular music and culture forever. This legendary rock ‘n roll pilgrimage will show you why Elvis lives.
Graceland Mansion Step inside Graceland Mansion and follow in the same steps as Elvis himself as you enjoy an audio-guided tour featuring commentary and stories by Elvis and his daughter Lisa Marie. See where Elvis lived, relaxed and spent time with his friends and family. The Graceland Mansion tour includes Elvis’ living room, music room, parents' bedroom, dining room, kitchen, TV room, poolroom and the famous Jungle Room. After touring the Mansion, check out the other great parts of the 14-acre estate as you tour Vernon Presley’s business office and Elvis’ racquetball building. Also part of the Mansion tour you'll visit Elvis’ trophy building that houses an amazing collection of his gold and platinum records, as well as other great memorabilia from Elvis’ early career, his movies, his charitable endeavors and more. The final stop on the tour of Graceland Mansion is Meditation Garden where Elvis and members of his family have been laid to rest.
Elvis Presley Car Museum Elvis loved cars and the Elvis Presley Car Museum displays some of his favorites. Stroll down a tree-lined street to see over 33 vehicles owned by Elvis. Highlights include his famous Pink Cadillac, Harley-Davidson motorcycles, Stutz Blackhawks, a 1975 Dino Ferrari, a 1956 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible, the red MG from Blue Hawaii and more. Also, see some of Elvis’ favorite motorized toys including a go-cart, dune buggy, motorized three-wheelers and a pedal car. Some newer additions to the Elvis Presley Car Museum include his Rolls Royce sedans, 6-door Mercedes Benz limousine and Elvis' John Deere 4010 tractor that he used on his ranch and at Graceland.
Elvis’ Custom Jets Elvis purchased a 1958 Convair 880 in April 1975 and named it Lisa Marie after his daughter. He spent more than $800,000 having the jet remodeled. Climb aboard this customized jet that features a living room, conference room, sitting room, and private bedroom, as well as gold-plated seat belts, suede chairs, leather covered tables, 24-karat gold-flecked sinks and more. Then, take a peek inside Elvis’ smaller Lockheed Jet Star, customized by Elvis with a yellow and green interior, that was primarily used for taking Elvis’ manager and his staff from city to city on his concert tours.
Elvis’ Hawaii Celebrate Elvis’ love for Hawaii and the 40th anniversary of “Aloha from Hawaii” in this new exhibit for 2013. This is the first exhibit to explore Elvis’ connection with the islands. The exhibit allows you to experience Elvis’ Hawaii and see why it was one of his favorite places to vacation. The exhibit features never-before-seen footage of Elvis, several of his jumpsuits worn during his concerts in Hawaii, and color footage of Elvis' first Hawaiian concert.
ICON : The Influence of Elvis Presley Presented by Fender Curated by the Graceland archives team in partnership with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, this groundbreaking exhibit features 75 artifacts on loan from the famed Cleveland museum, along with items from the collections of many of today’s biggest names in music who have been influenced by the King of Rock ‘n Roll. The exhibit celebrates Elvis’ status as a music pioneer and icon that paved the way for many of today’s artists and celebrities.
GRACELAND
3734 Elvis Presley Boulevard Memphis, TN 38116 (901) 332-3329
For more information, visit elvis.com or call (901) 332-3329
The Peabody Memphis & Lansky Brothers For your visit to Memphis, we recommend the historic The Peabody Memphis. The Peabody Memphis anchors the corner of Union and 2nd Street, a few blocks from the historic Beale Street District, The Rock 'N' Soul Museum, The Gibson Guitar Factory, and The Lorraine Motel, now the site of The Martin Luther King Civil Rights Museum. Much more than a majestic brick inn, opulent furnishings, marching ducks and impeccable service, the venerable Memphis landmark has served as the unifying center of Memphis commerce, music and society for over eight decades.
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The Peabody Memphis was home base for the seminal negotiations of the country’s foremost cotton traders. Then it provided a safe and welcoming place for the roots of rock ‘n roll to flourish in harmony with the earliest beginnings of soul music, and was a gathering place for the leaders of the emerging civil rights movement. It is where Elvis attended his first high school prom and signed his first contract with Sun Records (at 17) and where Jim Stewart and Estelle Axton, the creators of the Memphis Soul Powerhouse, Stax Records, met to share the events of the day. Go there to soak up the history, music, food, and soul that make Memphis a place like no other.
The Peabody Ducks In 1933, Peabody General Manager Frank Schutt and his duck-hunting friends decided to play a prank on hotel guests by placing live decoy ducks in the fountain of the hotel’s Grand Lobby. The reaction from hotel visitors was astoundingly positive and soon after, five North American Mallards were introduced to the continuing delight of the hotel’s guests. Later, the hotel bellman, a former circus animal trainer named Edward Pembroke offered to usher the ducks to the fountain each day eventually training them to descend the elevator and march to the fountain at precisely 11:00 am and return to their Royal Duck Palace on the roof each evening. Today, the “Peabody Duck March” is a daily event that’s a great way to kick off your Memphis experience in fine feathered style.
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Lansky Brothers Dress Like a King
Lansky Brothers, located in the Peabody Memphis is a clothier where styles and fashion are truly one of a kind. The store offers culture bending threads and accessories that are at once, cutting edge hip and retro-rock vintage, all presided over by Mr. Hal Lansky, the son of Bernard Lansky, who was a member of Elvis' inner circle and who introduced and shaped the King’s wardrobe from his teens through his adult life. “Shake the hand of the man that shook the hand of the man that shook the world,” Hal shares with his signature mix of historic reverence and rock 'n roll panache, Bernard Lansky “Put Elvis into his first suit…and his last.” What more can we say; check out Lansky’s to see why Robert Plant, Tom Petty, and many other rock luminaries are frequent clientele, and to kick start your wardrobe with a splash of rock ‘n roll Memphis Style.
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Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum Social Crossroads at the Corner of Beale Street and Highway 61
Memphis is a delicious stew; infused and flavored with the absolute earliest influences of rock 'n roll, Delta blues and soul music; served up with the emergence of Elvis Presley and Graceland, the Civil Rights movement, the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and all that came after. It’s a place where an enormous amount of seminal elements that have shaped our collective history are laid open like a big colorful picture book for all to experience, learn from, and enjoy. In fact, there is so much history, so many culturally seismic icons available in Memphis, that it is a little bewildering to grasp. In order to put it all in perspective, we suggest you make your first stop at the incredibly appointed, world-renowned (Smithsonian developed), Memphis Rock ’n’ Soul Museum. The museum tells the story of the musical pioneers who, through the sheer power of music, overcame racial and socio-economic barriers to create the music that changed the world and affected the way we think, walk, the way we talk, the way we comb our hair and the way we dress – not only in Memphis or the nation but in the entire world. Located at 191 Beale Street and the corner of legendary Highway 61, (also known as “Blues Highway”) the museum offers a comprehensive Memphis musical experience that starts with stark depictions of the rural sharecroppers of the 1930s, wanders through the global explosion of Sun, Stax and Hi Records and illustrates and underscores Memphis’ undeniable influence on the world. Take the museum’s digital audio tour to experience up to 300 minutes of information, including over 100 songs, and set your own pace through seven galleries featuring 3 audio visual programs, historic instruments, costumes and musical treasures. The museum and gift shop are open daily, 10am – 7pm. Admission is $11 for adults, $8 for youth age 5-17. Shelby County, Tennessee residents are offered free admission any Tuesday afternoon between the hours of 2 and 7 p.m. by simply showing a photo ID with proof of residence.
Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum 191 Beale Street, Suite 100 Memphis, TN 38103 901-205-2533 phone
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Sun Studio
Rock Incubator: The Birthplace of Rock 'n Roll Sun Studio is a working recording studio opened by rock pioneer Sam Phillips on January 3, 1950. Sun is the home to the very first rock-and-roll single, Jackie Brenston and his Delta Cats' "Rocket 88" recorded in 1951 (with song composer Ike Turner on keyboards.) This relatively obscure fact entitles Sun Studio the undisputed designation as the “birthplace of rock & roll.” Along with blues legend Howlin’ Wolf, Rock-and-roll, country, and rockabilly pioneers who called Sun their recording home include Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis and too many more to mention. In 1987, the original building housing the Sun Records label and Memphis Recording Service was reopened as "Sun Studio," and still serves as a working recording studio where artists, such as U2, Def Leppard, Bonnie Raitt, Ringo Starr, John Mellencamp, Chris Isaak, and countless others have recorded.
Million Dollar Quartet
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On December 4, 1956, an impromptu jam session among Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Johnny Cash took place at Sun Studio. To see the birthplace of rock ‘n roll, don’t miss Sun Studio on your day in Memphis…Rock on. Sun Studio • 706 Union Ave., Memphis, TN 38103 800.441.6249 • sunstudio.com
The Million Dollar Quartet. L to R: Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash
Stax Museum Racial Harmony Sparks Global Change in Soulsville, USA.
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A 10-minute drive from downtown Memphis is the magnificent Stax Museum, located in Soulsville, USA at the corner of McLemore Avenue and College Street. What began as a neighborhood record store in a dilapidated movie theater, grew to become one of the most important music recording studios in the world. Thanks to the generosity of many anonymous donors, Plough Foundation, The City of Memphis, Shelby County and The US Government, the museum is startlingly beautiful, and a mind boggling array of artifacts, archival documents and historically significant elements to tell the story as if stopped in time with the ability to utilize digital technology in the sweetest possible way. When the modest Capitol Theater in the heart of Soulsville, USA was transformed into Stax Records in 1959, it began launching careers and assembling a massive catalog of smash soul hits by the likes of Isaac Hayes, Otis Redding, the Staple Singers, Wilson Pickett, the incredible Booker T. & the MG's, Rufus Thomas, and dozens of other artists, whose DNA remain vital touchstones in our collective musical culture. Additionally, Stax also recorded such legends as Big Star, Rev. Jesse Jackson, Bill Cosby, Moms Mabley, and the Grammy-winning Richard Pryor. Today, the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, located at the original site of Stax Records, pays tribute to all of the artists who recorded there with a dazzling collection of more than 2,000 interactive exhibits, films, ephemera, and archival memorabilia. Because it is the only soul music museum in the world, it also spotlights America's other major soul music pioneers, including the sounds of Muscle Shoals, Motown, Hi, and Atlantic Records, spotlighting the contributions of such soul pioneers as Ike & Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, The Jackson Five, Ann Peebles, Al Green, Sam Cooke, James Brown, Ray Charles, and many others. Don’t miss it. Stax Museum
926 E. McLemore Ave. Memphis, TN 38106 StaxMuseum.com
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An American clergyman, activist, and prominent leader of the African-American civil rights movement, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a Nobel Peace Prize laureate who became known for his advancement of civil rights for all Americans. Today, the story of his untimely demise and the legacy he leaves behind lives on at the National Civil Rights Museum.
National Civil Rights Museum A Catalyst to Change
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Through its collections, exhibitions, research, and educational programs, the National Civil Rights Museum promotes a better understanding of the lessons of the civil rights movement and its impact and influence on human rights movements worldwide. A Memphis area must-see, the museum chronicles the civil rights movement with historical exhibits, including Room 306, the hotel room where Dr. King stayed in April of 1968. The museum was dedicated on July 4, 1991, and officially opened to the public on September 28, 1991, and has since hosted over three million visitors. Accredited by the American Association of Museums and one of only five U.S. accredited international sites of conscience, the National Civil Rights Museum is one of the top premier heritage and cultural museums in the nation. In 1999, the museum acquired the properties facing it, the former Canipe’s Amusement store and rooming house, where convicted assassin James Earl Ray stayed under the alias of John Willard and was alleged to have fired the deadly shot. This facility became the Exploring the Legacy expansion to the museum, which opened to the public on Sept. 28, 2002.
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Located in the historic art district of downtown Memphis, the National Civil Rights Museum is the site of the Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated on that fateful day back in April 1968 – an event that sparked a turning point in the civil rights movement.
I may not get there with you but I want you to know that we as people will get to the promised land.
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Mountaintop Speech, April 3, 1968, Memphis
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How the Museum Came to Be The aftershock of Dr. King’s assassination eventually plunged the Lorraine into a long and steep decline. The motel’s owner, Walter Lane Bailey, maintained two rooms, 306 and 307, as a shrine to Dr. King and in memory of his wife Loree who died days after the assassination. Realizing the symbolic significance of the Lorraine, Mr. Bailey searched for help to maintain the property as a civil rights shrine. He reached out to Mr. Chuck Scruggs, program director of local radio station WDIA radio and the “Save the Lorraine” campaign was born. A group of prominent Memphians, concerned that this historical site would be destroyed through continued neglect and indifference, formed the Martin Luther King Memorial Foundation and in 1984 changed its name to the Lorraine Civil Rights Museum Foundation. Under the leadership of local attorney and activist, D’Army Bailey, the Foundation raised enough money to purchase the property on the courthouse steps at a public auction for $144,000. Using a design report by former Smithsonian Institution curator, Benjamin Lawless, the foundation moved forward to create the educational facility and memorial site that today is the National Civil Rights Museum. Currently, exhibits in the Lorraine Motel are closed for renovation, but exhibits in the Legacy Building remain open for tours.
National Civil Rights Museum 450 Mulberry Memphis, TN 38103 901-521-9699 civilrightsmuseum.org
Beale Street The Entertainment HEART of Memphis and the World's OFFICIAL Home of the Blues
Declared a National Historic Landmark in 1966, followed by an act of Congress in ‘77 declaring Beale Street the official Home of the Blues – music enthusiasts worldwide arrive in droves to sit back, relax with a cool beer and take in all that is American Music’s history and future. A three block cornucopia of nightclubs, restaurants and retail shops, Beale Street, deep in the heart of Memphis TN, oozes Delta blues, jazz, rock ‘n roll, gospel and even modern alternative music. Established in the early 1800s as a home to traders and merchants along the Mississippi River, Beale Street provided the perfect stop for street musicians to entertain, solicit and pick the pockets of local business owners, consumers and passers-by. 1890 brought The Orpheum Theatre, known locally as “The South’s Finest Theatre,” and with it came a slow transformation from ruffian street scene, to a favorite gathering spot for world-class entertainment. A 20-year music celebration on Beale Street from 1920 through 1940 brought backbone to the Blues. Legendary jazz and blues artists such as Albert King, Louis Armstrong, Memphis Minnie, Muddy Waters, and B.B. King (B.B. is short for Blues Boy) established a new style known as Memphis Blues, cementing a rich history for Memphis as a world leader in music. Today, if a stroll down Beale Street doesn’t invoke a nostalgic beat in your soul, the celebration of sight, scent and sound will. Decorated with neon and brightly colored lights, Beale Street is a visual circus not to be missed. Stomach thrilling scents waft from local eateries such as Kings Place Café known for their Barbecued Ribs and Cajun specialties, or Miss Polly’s Soul City Café famous for chicken and waffles. But sight and scent are nothing compared to the delicious sounds spilling out of clubs and into your ears.
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1985 established hot spot Rum Boogie Café proudly lead the renaissance of Beale Street from a dilapidated eyesore in the 70s, to today’s thriving music mecca. Known for their “superfine rum selection,” Rum Boogie Café displays over 360 guitars signed by music greats from The Black Crowes, to Travis Tritt and Jon Bon Jovi. They even have a guitar signed by the king of rock 'n roll himself, Elvis! Other favorite local venues not to be missed include B. B. King’s for great live music, and Silky O’Sullivan’s where it’s “like St. Patrick’s Day” all year long. For the young, or just the young at heart, there’s an alternative to the blues at The New Daisy Theatre. Located at the north end of Beale Street, it’s small enough to feel like a club, yet big enough to attract well known alternative artists such as The Raconteurs, The Strokes and Cat Power. Every show at The New Daisy Theatre will keep you partying well passed reason into the early hours of dawn. If the regular parade of entertainment doesn’t satisfy your insatiable appetite for music, don’t fret! Every May the Beale Street Music Festival attracts music greats such as John Mellencamp, Snoop Dogg and John Legend to name a few. The festival also acts as the springboard to the Memphis in May month long celebration of festivities and fun. Stroll, shop, eat, drink and most importantly, celebrate the music scene in the heart of Memphis on Beale Street! It’s a journey too good to miss and too delicious to put down!
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ow, that you've spent the day in The Home of the Blues and the Birthplace of Rock 'N Roll, let's hit the I- 40 East for the short and scenic drive to Music City, Nashville, Tennessee.
Credits: By: Greg Root, Kelly Taggart, Kerri-Lynn Swanson, Amy Apodaca, and Aaron Brown Photos: Allen Carrasco and courtesy of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corporation, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Gruhn Guitars, Cheekwood, and Grand Ole Opry
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elcome to the town known universally as “Music City.”
A more apt alias was never bestowed on any place in America because simply stated, music is inescapable in Nashville.
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The music of Nashville floats through the streets and can be heard and enjoyed in every honkytonk on Broadway, served up in full tilt, high octane country rock, or softly strummed and plucked in the nondescript little bluegrass taverns dotted here, there and everywhere along Nashville’s back streets. Music is performed by the finest singer-songwriters of our time at the world famous Bluebird Cafe or offered up to the masses in the hallowed Ryman Auditorium or delivered by a who’s who of Country’s all-time greats at the magnificent Grand Ole Opry. But that’s not all there is to Music City… So come along, as we share it all with you…Welcome to…Nashville… in a day.
Ryman Auditorium Historically Cool Since 1892
One reason Nashville gained so much notoriety as the “Music City” is because of Ryman Auditorium. Originally built by Thomas G. Ryman for the fiery evangelist Sam Jones in 1892, it quickly became the venue of choice in Nashville for music and entertainment. It wasn’t until 1943 that the Ryman would become sacred ground formusicians around the world when the Grand Ole Opry moved in and called the Ryman home for the next 30 years, solidifying its namesake as “The Mother Church of Country Music.” Musical greats like Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Hank Williams, and Patsy Cline were known to grace the stage at the Ryman frequently. But country music wasn’t the only sound originating from the stage of the Ryman, it’s also the birthplace of Bluegrass, officially recognized by the state of Tennessee as where the definitive sound of bluegrass originated.
Ryman Auditorium
116 Fifth Avenue North Nashville, TN 37219 615.889.3060 Ryman.com
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Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Honor Thy Music
After visiting the “Mother Church of Country Music,” our next stop is the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Located just blocks from the Ryman Auditorium and the honkytonks of lower Broadway, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is a journey through time that illustrates the story of the visceral art form and cultural phenomenon that is country music. Spanning three floors, this architectural marvel features spectacular exhibits and a mind boggling array of elements that illustrate the art and business of country music. Originated in 1967, the museum and hall of fame relocated to its $37 million home in May 2001, commanding the center of Nashville’s cultural and entertainment district with stunning architecture and and a replica of the famous WSM radio tower that can be seen from anywhere in town.
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This is entertainment with substance for any Nashvillian with an interest in the history and character of our hometown, for visiting music fans, for those seeking a deeper understanding of southern culture, or for the family planning a weekend adventure. Kyle Young
Director Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Museum Tour
Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the museum is not unlike the Smithsonian Institution or the Library of Congress in its breadth and depth of the country music story with nearly 2,000,000 items in the collection. Each item is exhibited as part of a larger musical, social, political or historical pattern. Timelines on the wall near some of the displays cite significant national and world events that occurred during that musical period. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum 222 5th Ave. South Nashville, TN 37203 615.416.2001 CountryMusicHallofFame.org
The exterior all at once conjures up the keys of a piano, the sweeping tail fin of Hank William’s Cadillac and features elements that evoke a 45, a 78, a Long Playing record (remember those) and a radio broadcasting tower.
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RCA Studio B Home of 1,000’s of Hits
What’s known as the “Nashville Sound” was perfected at the historic RCA Studio B. Known originally as RCA Studios, it is now part of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. This small recording space has recorded over 35,000 songs with over 1,000 American hits by the likes of Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton and Roy Orbison. As Music City's singular historic studio tour, RCA Studio B provides a glimpse into the heart of Nashville music-making during one of its most exciting periods when the little Studio saw the creation of numerous chartbusters, such as Dolly Parton's "I Will Always Love You," Elvis Presley's "Are You Lonesome Tonight?" and Charley Pride's "Kiss an Angel Good Morning." Tours depart daily from the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and are available only in conjunction with museum admission. After your tour, stop by the Museum Store or shop online for a selection of classic RCS Studio B recordings and other unique merchandise including T-shirts, posters, and memorabilia.
RCA Studio B 222 5th Ave S Nashville, TN 37203 615.416.2001 CountryMusicHallofFame.org
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Hatch Show Print Tonic for the Digital Age
Though Nashville is known for the musical legends that perform on its various venues, many performers would not have attracted their followings without the assistance of Hatch Show Print. Started by brothers Charles and Herbert Hatch in 1879, Hatch Show Print is an institution in Nashville for established performers and up and coming acts with their unmistakable style of wood block prints. Every graphical element is hand carved from blocks and laid out in reverse then each print is passed through an antique letterpress by hand. As one of the oldest working letterpress print shops in America, Hatch has turned out posters featuring country music performers ranging from Hank Williams and Johnny Cash to contemporary stars such as Garth Brooks and Wynonna Judd. As a self-described “tonic for the digital age,” Hatch posters have artfully promoted vaudeville, circus and minstrel shows, and are why music lovers, collectors, and commercial artists have found inspiration in the timeless style that is signature to every Hatch Show Print. Hatch is an excellent source for Nashville souvenirs and ready to frame vintage posters.
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Hatch Show Print
301 Broadway Nashville, TN 37203 615.416.2001 HatchShowPrint.org
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Gruhn Guitars Mecca for Rock Stars and Seasoned Collectors
Whether you are a professional musician, a casual player or simply a lover of music, the showroom at Gruhn Guitars is truly something special. From acoustic to electric guitars, basses, mandolins and banjos, Gruhn is a haven for finely crafted instruments. Boasting the world's premier collection of vintage and used fretted instruments, Gruhn Guitars offers such legendary brands as the classic Gibson, Fender, Martin, Epiphone, Gretsch, and Nationals. There’s also a wide selection of new instruments from Martin, Taylor, Collings, and many others. Although owner George Gruhn has been buying and selling used instruments since 1963, Gruhn Guitars was established in 1970 and was one of the first stores devoted to vintage and used instrument sales. Today George Gruhn is recognized worldwide as a leading expert on vintage guitars, mandolins and banjos. In addition to the decades of experience of the Gruhn staff, George personally brings over 40 years of experience to instrument appraisal. 64 | Health Beauty Life Magazine
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Former Editor Guitar Player Magazine
That knowledge has made Gruhn Guitars the world's most famous vintage instrument store and has brought George Gruhn global recognition as an author of definitive books on vintage guitars, an innovative instrument and string designer, and a primary source for insight into the guitar market - past, present and future. When asked how it all started, George Gruhn said with a reminiscent grin, “When I was a graduate student in Knoxville in 1968, Hank Williams Jr. called me one day out of the blue inquiring about several of my Martin Guitars. Although typically a five to six-hour drive from Nashville to Knoxville at the time, Hank showed up four hours later with a guitar he wanted to trade. He left with three others and returned the next day with a larger car, filling it with yet more goodies.”
George continues, “Hank mentioned when leaving that there was nobody in Nashville that had what I did, and suggested I consider relocating and setting up shop. He even set me up with an apartment to get me started. Hank has treated me well over the years and has bought many instruments from Gruhn Guitars ever since. We’re still friends to this day and for that, and his advice, I’m very grateful!” After 43 years of doing business in the same general area, Gruhn Guitars has new digs as of late spring 2013. The new location will be: 2120 8th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37204, Which is Located Nashville’s up-and-coming Eighth Avenue South corridor.
Gruhn Guitars
400 Broadway Nashville, TN 37203 615.256.2033 www.guitars.com
Parthenon Centennial Park
The Athens of the South
The Parthenon 2600 West End Avenue Nashville, TN 37203 615.862.8431 parthenon.org
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Known as the Athens of the South, Nashville contains the world’s only full size replica of the Greek Parthenon. Located in Centennial Park, the site of the Tennessee Centennial Exposition of 1897, the full scale replica houses a world class art museum, archival photos, and an unbelievable, 41-foot tall reproduction of Athena; the largest piece of indoor sculpture in the Western World.
Cheekwood Good to the Last Drop
Next stop, the “House that Coffee Built”: the spectacular Cheekwood, former residence of the Cheek family. The Cheek’s gained fame and fortune by making coffee famous for being “Good to the last drop.” After selling the coffee brand, the Cheeks bought 100 acres of pristine woods in southwest Nashville and commissioned the 30,000 square foot residence, completing construction in 1932. Now, the estate welcomes visitors as a botanical garden and museum of art. Open year round, visitors can enjoy over 10 specialty display gardens, an extensive American art collection, and tour the enormous residence. With fun for all ages including kid’s summer programs and interactive exhibits, Cheekwood has something for everyone. Don’t miss it. Tuesday - Saturday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 4:30 pm
Cheekwood 1200 Forrest Park Drive Nashville, TN 37205 615.356.8000 Cheekwood.org
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Grand Ole Opry The American Icon and Nashville, Tennessee’s Number One Attraction
Next stop on your day in Nashville is the backstage tour at The Opry. The tours allow visitors to walk in the footsteps of country music's superstars and get an exclusive look behind the scenes of the show that made country music famous! The American icon and Nashville’s number-one attraction, The Opry is the show that kicked Nashville into Musical stardom and is still going strong today. What began as a simple radio broadcast in 1925 has evolved into a live-entertainment phenomenon. Dedicated to honoring the past, present and future of Country Music, the Grand Ole Opry showcases country legends and contemporary chart-toppers in a magnificent state of the art music hall. 68 | Health Beauty Life Magazine
WATCH ARTICLE Dubbed the home of American music and country’s most famous stage, every year, hundreds of thousands of people make pilgrimages across town or around the world to the Opry Complex to see the show live. Millions more tune in to Opry broadcasts on television Great American Country, the radio (Nashville’s 650 AM WSM) and online at Opry.com. The Opry’s member roster reads like a who’s who of country music and includes Dierks Bentley, Garth Brooks, Little Jimmy Dickens, Vince Gill, Alan Jackson, Patty Loveless, Loretta Lynn, Martina McBride, Brad Paisley, Dolly Parton, Ricky Skaggs, Trisha Yearwood, and countless other country luminaries.
Will The Circle Be Unbroken? Many things about the Opry have changed over the years - its members, the sound of its music, even its home. But there's always that oak-solid center to remind every singer or musician who steps inside that they take part in something much larger than themselves, that wherever they go they have a connection to the legends and the giants who came before them. The six-foot circle of dark oak wood in the Opry House stage is shiny but clearly well worn. Cut from the stage of the Opry's famous former home, Ryman Auditorium, this circle gives newcomers and veterans alike the opportunity to sing on the same spot that once supported Uncle Dave Macon, Ernest Tubb, Patsy Cline, and many others. "That circle is the most magical thing when you're a performer," says Brad Paisley, "to stand there and get to sing on those same boards that probably still contain dust from Hank Williams' boots."
As that wooden circle is the heart of the stage, the Opry's heart is its music and its members - a broad scope of styles by a wide range of artists. During any given Opry show, audiences can expect the best in country, bluegrass, comedy, gospel, and more by Country Music Hall of Famers, cast members who helped establish the Opry as the home of country music, revered superstars, and young artists just starting to make names for themselves. Come see why the Opry is the number one attraction in Nashville. The Opry offers three ways to tour: Daytime, Post show and VIP.
Grand Ole Opry
2804 Opryland Drive Nashville, TN 37214 615.871.OPRY Opry.com
Bluebird Cafe
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Though Nashville is known for its performers and their grand performances, if it wasn’t for the talented songwriters behind the songs there needn’t be a stage in the city. Bluebird Cafe, made famous by the singer/ songwriters who have appeared in the round playing their music nightly for fans, music execs and Nashville visitors, is a must to experience all this great city has to offer. It was in this simple café that the likes of Garth Brooks and Taylor Swift were discovered, and many influential song writers still come today to have their music heard. On the playbill the night we were in attendance, we had the pleasure of listening to Danny Flowers “Living on Tulsa Time,” Marcus Hummon “Bless the Broken Road” made famous by Rascal Flats, Bill Loyd “Sure Thing” and Gordon Kennedy “Change the World” performed by Eric Clapton. 70 | Health Beauty Life Magazine
For almost 30 years, the Bluebird Cafe has opened its doors to songwriters around the world to wow those in attendance and with hopes of getting their big break they’ve been dreaming of their whole lives. Who knows, you could be next. Open mic at the café is every Monday night. Don’t miss it.
The Bluebird Cafe 4104 Hillsboro Pike Nashville, TN 37215 615.383.1461 BluebirdCafe.com
The Station Inn If you are looking for a break from the neon and country rock of the honky-tonks, on Broadway, maybe it’s time to check out The Station Inn and some authentic bluegrass. The Station Inn is a Nashville landmark and another reason to visit The Gulch, the once sleepy neighborhood that mixes sleek boutiques and restaurants with old school southern charm. Since 1974, the Station Inn remains a frequent venue for bluegrass and acoustic’s most talented performers and attracts Nashville’s most popular artists, who appreciate the small stage, picnic style seating, original Hatch posters and vintage neon. Seating is first come first served. So arrive early, stay late and be prepared to have a seriously great time.
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The Station Inn
402 12th Ave S Nashville, TN 37203 615.255.3307 StationInn.com
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By: Amy Apodaca
With the warm days of summer upon us, healthy seasonal produce is everywhere. We all know eating fresh fruits and vegetables equates to a healthy diet, but, sifting through the variety of options at the Farmer’s Market or local grocer requires a little advice. Here’s our prescription for adding warm weather menu items to your everyday routine.
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Spring and summer is the season to take a turn for the healthy side with fresh choices of tasty produce that is inexpensive, eco-friendly and slimming to your waistline. Whether your goals include fitting into that “must have” bikini for summer or sticking to your new year’s resolution to drop that winter weight, choosing colorful, rich fruits and vegetables will bring delightful options to your diet and daily food choices. 72 | Health Beauty Life Magazine
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For Breakfast
Whether adding these tasty treats to a smoothie, yogurt parfait or in the raw, these are sweet treats to brighten the start of your day.
Tangerines These tasty gems are plucked from West Coast trees and shipped in spring. Why a tangerine over other citrus fruits? They are darker in flesh with more beta carotene. When adding these to your shopping cart you help boost your immune system, sharpen your vision, and time lower your risk of heart disease.
Strawberries Add a few to granola or cereal for a crunchy, healthy bite. Strawberries are filled with antioxidants to make you feel awake and vibrant with nutrients and enzymes that help protect your body from chronic disease and they add fiber and potassium.
Raspberries Raspberries are succulent treats that are rich in flavor and abundant with antioxidants. Zest up your Greek yogurt or cottage cheese with a handful of these goodies and start the a.m. right.
For Lunch
Whether you prefer a green leaf salad or snack on the go, make sure to pack these items in your lunch for after the gym or during work!
Spinach Spinach is not just for Popeye. Add spinach to your lunch with chicken or turkey for salad or to your grilled Panini sandwich for a colorful crunch. A handful of fresh spinach helps keep your blood healthy and strengthens your immune system.
Carrots Carrots are the perfect side dish. Whether after a run or with your lunch at work, you can nibble on carrots with any meal for a dose of beta carotenes, vital for immunity and clear vision.
Broccoli However busy your schedule may be, broccoli will help preserve your beautiful mind and body. Psst…broccoli also is a great source of fiber and Vitamin D! Add to your salad or eat plain with some light dressing for a bold flavor that tastes as good as it is for you.
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For Dinner
Finish your dinner off with the perfect side. Packed with vitamins and scrumptiousness these easy to do side dishes will be healthy and pleasing to your whole family.
Peas Who would have thought that after a long day, peas can bring a much needed boost of energy? Providing iron and vitamin B – these little green gems diminish fatigue and boost metabolic function.
Asparagus Expectant mother? If this season is bringing you a new chapter in life, grab the bushels of asparagus at the center of the produce section. Packed with folate (essential for cell growth and production), vitamins A & C and antioxidants, you and your family will add a savory side dish to your meal.
Sweet corn The first BBQ of the year is just around the corner. So, mind your figure and, add a fun side dish to grilled chicken or salmon. By adding a side of corn on the cob you will add minerals and fiber to your back yard feast.
Beverage of Choice: Just Add Mint A hint of mint can be a perfect mixer to tea, dessert, salad or mixed drinks. Mint is rich in magnesium, copper, iron, potassium, and calcium. What’s more? It is a beautiful organic herb that will bring to life any outing or warm weather weekend.
So, celebrate the season by adding these fresh healthy foods to your daily intake and be the best you can be during the long hot days (and nights) of summer.
Donna Spangler
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ollywood beauty, fitness and lifestyle expert, Donna Spangler is perhaps best known for her best-selling book, How To Get A Rich Man - A popular read that offers advice and guidance for finding the perfect man who is rich in spirit and heart while offering financial stability. A former model, actress and Playboy bunny, Donna is the go-to expert for all things beauty, fitness and the Hollywood lifestyle. She often makes guest appearances on TV and can be seen in magazines and on countless blogs and websites. She also writes for LA Splash magazine, It’s A Glam Thing and her own blog, DonnaSpangler.com. Health Beauty Life visited Donna in her lovely home in Beverly Hills, California, where she shared some tidbits about herself, as well as quick, at-home fitness and cooking tips.
At Home Workout Donna offers these no-excuses, get-fit solutions for busy women. Instead of complicated workout equipment, she opts to show simple exercises that anyone can do using everyday items found around the house.
Warm Up Starting with a heavy book and holding it in both hands, with feet slightly spread, raise the book high over your head but to one side. While keeping your back straight and your arms as extended as possible, bring the book down diagonally across your body as you lunge to the side bending that knee as you lower the book to that same side. Repeat 12-15 times on one side and then change sides and repeat 12-15 times.
“I was into fitness early on,” says the blonde stunner and former pin-up model. “I was always into body conscious ways, being mindful about what I ate and how I looked. Being a Playboy model, I went out for bikini season and had to look good. So it was essential to stay fit and focused.” She continues, “In order to get the best, you have to make yourself the best and treat yourself well. A lot of women these days are treating themselves better than they did way back when. I think that’s really important because women are looking better. That’s also important because what you project to the world is what you think of yourself. Nobody wants to have someone who doesn’t take care of themselves or doesn’t have self-esteem. They want someone who takes pride in how they look.” Donna feels that it is her mission to inform other women about the importance and benefits of having a healthy diet and keeping a regular fitness routine. She personally works out 4-5 days a week between the gym, taekwondo classes and an occasional ice skating session. When things get too busy or she’s writing from home, she likes to step up with some stretches and at-home exercises to stay fit and focused.
Center yourself over spread-apart feet. With both hands on the book, raise your arms above your head. Keep your arms fully extended and lower the book straight in front of you. Bend at the waist and drop your arms, allowing the book to swing back behind you from between your legs, and then rise back upright. Repeat 12-15 times.
Center yourself again with feet apart, arms extended and raised above your head. Complete a full circular motion with the book in one direction 12-15 times and then repeat while going the opposite direction.
Lower Body
Arms These are great exercises for the upper arms, to tone the triceps and biceps and diminish the dreaded flap of flab. Use a stable chair on a flat surface. Sit on the edge of the chair and place your hands on the corners on either side of you. Walk your feet out so your legs are extended out in front of you. Holding yourself with your hands on the edge of the chair, scoot forward until your back end clears the chair. Lower yourself almost to the ground, hold a second or two and then lift back up and hold. Repeat as many times as you can at first, working up (in time) to 12-15 repetitions, rest and do it again.
Lunge forward with one leg bending at the knee, reach down with your hands to the ground and balance the other foot on the tip of your toes. Go down as far as you can go being comfortable and stable. Roll your heal on the back leg to each side, repeating 12-15 times and then stand upright again. Repeat on the other side. This exercise will loosen your hips, and strengthen your glutes as well as inner and outer legs.
Stand straight up; rest your elbow against your body slightly in front. With your palm up, grab a can (or weights when you work up to it), squeezing slightly for a good grip, and while concentrating and focusing on the weight, raise and lower the can while keeping your arm in a straight line. Repeat 15-20 times on each side, rest and repeat.
While standing, hold a can (or weights) in each hand while keeping your arms straight at your sides. Keeping your back up straight, lunge forward with one leg, bending at the knee but not touching the ground. Hold a second or two in the downward position and come back upright. Lunge with the other leg and then repeat the process about 12-15 times on each side, rest and repeat.
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Today women are more mindful of having more muscle tone, more so than yester year. I think a little bit of muscle tone with a little bit of curve is so beautiful… and it’s healthy!
Donna’s Gluten-Free Chicken Nuggets Donna’s gluten-free chicken nuggets are high in protein and best of all easy to make! Patrick was lucky enough to join Donna in the kitchen to share her simple recipe for this healthy, tasty treat.
INGREDIENTS • 3 Whole chicken breasts • ¼ c. pickle juice • ¾ c. low-fat milk • 1 egg • ¾ c. gluten-free flour • 1 tsp. black pepper • 1 tsp. salt • 2 T powdered sugar • ¼ c. canola oil
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PREPARATION
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Prepare chicken breasts by cutting them in to bite-size pieces. Add pickle juice, low-fat milk and egg in a 2qt. bowl. Add chicken pieces, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3 hours or overnight. When ready to prepare chicken, combine flour and next three ingredients in a shallow bowl and stir to combine. Remove chicken from the refrigerator and dredge in flour mixture a few pieces at a time. Heat canola oil in a large non-stick pan. Add chicken one piece at a time to prevent the hot oil from splattering. Cook chicken, turning frequently, until golden brown and crispy on the outside and no longer pink on the inside. Serve immediately – ENJOY!
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Pulling from his years of experience working in some of the best restaurants in France and the United States, Chef Waggoner has created a place where the atmosphere is as inviting as the menu. The highly trained and experienced dining room staff is one of the best in Nashville, yet the vibe is relaxed and casual. The charming and charismatic bar staff works hard mixing up fresh, trendy and traditional libations while the restaurant’s sommelier, Kenny Lyons, works closely with the chef to pair a unique wine with each dish on the menu. The restaurant’s outdoor dining terrace features one of the most romantic and breathtaking views of the city that are not to be missed.
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elcome to The Watermark Restaurant – where fine dining and traditional Southern comfort meet to create a one-of-a-kind dining experience in the heart of Music City. For three seasons, Chef Bob Wagonner and his team have been delighting and surprising their guests with their unique interpretation of traditional southern fare. And just like Chef Wagonner, the Watermark Restaurant is fresh, fabulous and unpretentious.
The menus are seasonal and feature the best locally and globally sourced fresh meats, cheeses and seafood. You won’t find any trendy, fancy, hard to pronounce dishes on the menu either – you won’t even find any gas or electricity in the kitchen; everything is carefully handcrafted and prepared on wood-burning grills. What makes the restaurant truly special is their terrace-to-table concept - if it can grow in the ground, they grow it on the terrace. Located adjacent to the outdoor dining area, the restaurant grows much of its own produce, from lavender to bok choy and everything in between. The next time you are strolling through the Gulch in Nashville, a visit to The Watermark is a must but if you can’t make it to Nashville any time soon, you can always invite Chef Wagonner into your kitchen to cook with you! In addition to keeping guests happy at the Watermark Restaurant, Chef Wagonner is in the 3rd season of his hit PBS cooking show U Cook! with Chef Bob where he shares his passion for gourmet cooking and wine pairing with his lucky viewers (check local listing for air dates and times).
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The Watermark Restaurant 507 12th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203
For reservations, visit watermark-restaurant.com or call (615) 254-2000
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The Health Beauty Life crew was lucky enough to spend a day in the kitchen at the Watermark Restaurant, where Chef Wagonner shared some great seafood recipes and some amazing knife techniques!
INGREDIENTS 4 U-10 Diver Scallops
Pan seared Diver scallops over white asparagus, young arugula and granny smith apples in a passion fruit vinaigrette.
2 Stalks white asparagus (blanched & cut into thin strips) 1 Granny Smith apple (peeled, seeded & cut into thin strips) 3 tbsp. Passion fruit juice Juice from 1 lime Lime zest from ½ lime 6 tbsp. plus 1 tbsp. virgin olive oil 1 shallot (chopped fine) ½ cup baby arugula 1 tbsp. fresh chervil 1 tbsp. fresh chives Salt, Black Pepper, & White Pepper
PREPARATION Scallops: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small Teflon pan and heat over high heat. Salt & pepper the scallops on both sides and place them in the hot oil. Cook for 1 minute on each side then toss them in a 400 degree oven for 2 minutes.
Vinaigrette: In a small bowl mix together the passion fruit juice, lime juice and lime zest along with salt and fresh ground white pepper. Then add 6 tablespoons of olive oil and the chopped shallot. Next, mix the thin strips of white asparagus and the thin strips of granny smith apples together in a small bowl; add some salt and fresh white pepper, chopped chervil and chopped chives. Place a small amount of baby arugula on each plate then place the apple/asparagus mix on the top of the arugula. Remove the hot scallops from the oven and place them over the asparagus and apples and drizzle the passion fruit vinaigrette over the scallops and salad.
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In the Kitchen with a True Guy’s Guy Credits:
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Sean Kanan is an American actor best known for his role as Deacon Sharpe in the daytime drama The Bold and the Beautiful and subsequent spinoff, The Young and The Restless. What most people don’t know about him is that he is both funny and witty and is a dedicated family man, loving husband, and a self-taught chef who has mastered the Italian language.
In the Beginning Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Sean was raised in New Castle, Pennsylvania where his parents encouraged him to pursue a wide range of interests including acting and martial arts. He attended Boston University for two years before transferring to UCLA and completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science. After graduation, his martial arts skills came in handy when he landed a major role in Karate Kid III, starring as Ralph Macchio’s nemesis and performing all of his own stunts. Sean quickly followed with roles on the TV series produced by Francis Ford Coppola’s The Outsiders, and Oliver Stone’s Wild Palms, eventually moving on to network television with major roles in various soaps and guest appearances most recently on Happily Divorced and Desperate Housewives. He is also a recurring guest panelist on both FOX’s Red Eye and HLN’s Showbiz Tonight. In addition to acting, Sean frequents the comedy club circuit and makes numerous appearances at the Hollywood Improv, The Laugh Factory and the HaHa, where he offers his perspective about his ten years in daytime television, his time living in Italy when he was a featured contestant on the Italian Dancing with the Stars, and getting beaten up in Karate Kid III. He also toured with the USO, entertaining our troops in such places as Bosnia and Kosovo.
His Other Side Often cast as characters that are obnoxious and menacing, the real Sean Kanan is anything but the off-the-scale bad boy he always seems to play. Still unmistakably a guy’s guy, this newly married father of five has been heavily involved with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) lobbying on the topics of anti-bullying and sexual orientation inclusion. Sean has also authored a book called The Modern Gentleman: Cooking and Entertaining with Sean Kanan where he outlines how to create meaningful connections through the art of cooking and entertaining. Although packed full of diverse but easy to follow recipes, this publication is more than just a cookbook. Originally thought to offer solely guy-to-guy advice, The Modern Gentleman actually serves as a handy guide for anyone who wants to learn to cook or is looking to fine-tune his or her hospitality skills. It breaks down what every person should know from setting up a kitchen to serving a great meal and creating the right ambiance that appeals to all five senses. Sean uses food as a metaphor for connecting and makes the dining in experience both desirable and memorable.
Cooking for Health Beauty Life Health Beauty Life caught up Sean Kanan in his kitchen at home in Los Angeles where he shares some tidbits from his book while demonstrating his mad cooking skills. Today he is making spiced lamb chops over a bed of couscous with sautéed asparagus and mushrooms (yum).
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Spiced Lamb Chops with Couscous and Sautéed Vegetables Spiced Lamb Chops INGREDIENTS 1/2 c. olive oil 2 tsp. herbs de Provence 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper 1/8 tsp. cinnamon Pinch nutmeg (fresh ground if possible) 1 tsp. paprika 2 tsp. kosher salt 3 tbs. balsamic vinegar 3 tsp. garlic, minced 2 tsp. chopped fresh parsley 3-4 lbs. lamb chops
INGREDIENTS 2 tbs. 2/3 10-12 1/2 6
coconut oil cup red onion, chopped asparagus stalks, chopped head napa cabbage, shredded oz. assorted mushrooms, sliced
PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 350F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set aside. In a large bowl, add olive oil and next 9 ingredients. Whisk to combine. Add lamb chops and stir to coat all pieces evenly. Place lamb chops on the baking sheet and spoon remaining marinade over the top. Place in the oven and cook until chops are medium rare (10 minutes for small chops and 15-20 for larger chops), turning half way for even browning. Place lamb chops on a serving platter and allow to rest.
Couscous INGREDIENTS c. chicken broth tbs. coconut oil tsp. garlic powder tsp. onion powder tsp. dried parsley c. couscous c. garbanzo beans oz. diced tomatoes c. artichokes c. black olives tbs. chopped fresh parsley c. sliced almonds c. currants, divided tsp. kosher salt, divided tsp. cinnamon nutmeg (fresh ground if possible) tsp. smoked paprika
In a large stockpot, add chicken broth, coconut oil, garlic powder, onion powder and dried parsley. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add couscous and stir for 30 seconds. Add next 7 ingredients and half of the currants to the pot and stir to combine. Cover and turn off heat and allow to stand for 5-7 minutes or until liquid has evaporated. Keep covered until ready to use. Before serving, add remaining currants and season to taste with salt.
Sautéed Vegetables
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Add coconut oil to large sauté pan and heat over medium-high heat until oil is loose and coats the bottom of the pan. Reduce heat to medium and cook vegetables until crisp tender, about 5-7 minutes. Serve immediately.
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he Vergo family knows a thing or two about feeding a hungry crowd in Memphis. Originally from Greece, Charles Vergo’s grandfather settled in Memphis in the early part of the 20th century and eventually found success with a hot dog stand located on iconic Beale Street. By the late 1940s Charles commandeered the basement of his father’s now-famous venue and put the coal shoot to good use. Originally used to smoke the meats that stuffed his sandwiches and other causal fare of the day, Charles was inspired to give something new a try. With a case of ribs, some inspiration from a Memphis legend, and a mix of seasonings, he rubbed the meat, threw it in the charcoal pit and gave birth to a legend – the Memphis Dry Rub. It all starts with good meat and a bit of charcoal. The Rendezvous only uses loin back ribs for their meatiness and cooks them from the inside out in their charcoal pit to keep them moist and succulent. The whole process takes about an hour and a half, allowing them to feed a hungry crowd almost every night of the week (the restaurant is closed on Sundays and Mondays) - the restaurant literally turns out TONS of ribs to their ravenous fans each week.
If your next vacation doesn’t include a stop in Memphis, or you just can’t wait to go back and savor the delicious flavor of the Rendezvous’ famous seasoning, fear not! The restaurant’s signature ribs, pork shoulders, seasonings and sauces are available for purchase online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Now there is no excuse for making your next rib night a Rendezvous rib night!
Charles Vergo’s Rendezvous 52 South 2nd Street Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 523-2746
For reservations or to order online: www.hogsfly.com
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Now run by the kids, the restaurant still turns out mouth-watering ribs, chicken, sausage and coleslaw with the same passion and enthusiasm that put Charles on the map over 50 years ago. With the help of Bobby Ellis, The Rendezvous’ kitchen manager of 44 years, the restaurant has grown from a modest 80 seats to a bustling (and always busy) 700 seat restaurant that feed locals and celebrities alike. Throughout the years, legends such as the Rolling Stones, Justin Timberlake and even a president or two have found their way to down the alley behind The Peabody Memphis to chow down on the city’s most famous ribs.
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Time Machine BY DR. TESS
It’s Not About Vanity - It’s About Loving Yourself!
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An extraordinary combination of state-of-the-art technologies and many years of expertise, the Time Machine by Dr. Tess Mauricio takes on age-related issues including skin deterioration, sun damage, wrinkles, sagging, and loss of volume, as well as hyperactivity of muscles of facial expression. Offering complete rejuvenation and natural looking results, this customizable process by America’s favorite Dermatologist helps patients appear like they have travelled back in time, emerging how they looked 5 to 10 years earlier after only a few sessions.
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With the great technology that we have, you never have to look old and you never have to let yourself deteriorate. We maintain everything else in our lives like our home and our cars. What about our vessels, our bodies? It not only makes us look good on the outside, but it truly affects the way we feel on the inside. With the Time Machine, you can always look your best at any age, and all without surgery!
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Health Beauty Life Publisher, Patrick Dockry, was happy to step into Dr. Tess’ Time machine at M Beauty, her new office in Del Mar, California. In Patrick’s case, Dr. Tess addresses a few minor issues but mainly focuses on maintenance and a little prevention. Patrick has some lines in select areas, a few sunspots on his forehead and slightly increased skin texture and pore size. He also wants to address the under-eye area, which shows some slight bagging.
Round 1 For the first set of procedures designed expressly for Patrick’s needs, Dr. Tess adds some filler as needed to soften deeper lines, uses laser resurfacing on his face and neck, and then applies Platelet Rich Plasma therapy or PRP to speed healing. First, a very effective topical numbing treatment is applied to Patrick’s face and is allowed to take effect, which requires about 45-60 minutes to set in. Once the numbing cream has taken effect, Dr. Tess injects Restylane, an FDA approved filler, which is laced with Lidocaine, a common local anesthetic. This filler is used to soften the line between Patrick’s brows as well as at the laugh lines on either side of his mouth. Dr. Tess explains that filler is used for softening lines that show when a patient is not making an expression, where Botox is effective to simply address lines and wrinkles that show when making an expression. Fillers also work as a scaffold for collagen over the top, making the results of the multi-step Time Machine treatments very natural looking.
Dr. Tess moves on to the laser resurfacing treatments using the MiXto Pro CO2 Fractional Laser that can be used in several modes and adjusted for various treatment intensities. This procedure, which can be used pretty much anywhere that needs rejuvenation, treats the effects of aging like larger pores and sun damage as well as discoloration and texture changes in the skin. For guys, this is an especially wonderful treatment, as the results look very natural, versus like they’ve had work done. In Patrick’s case, this procedure is done on his face and neck. With this fractionalized resurfacing, 20% of the skin surface is essentially vaporized which triggers the healing process and new collagen production under the skin. Dr. Tess points out that with these new high tech machines, dermatologists know exactly how deep into the skin they are going. In the past, the old lasers tended to go too deep even injuring pigment cells, in some cases resulting in color loss. For this reason, using lasers on darker skin was simply not done before but in the right hands, today it is possible provided the dermatologist has ample experience dealing with pigmented skin. Moving on to the PRP stage, any leftover numbing cream is removed from Patrick’s neck and face. Blood drawn earlier in his procedure has been run through a centrifuge, separating the red blood cells from the plasma which houses the platelets. This lighter platelet-rich fluid is drawn into a syringe and then applied topically onto Patrick’s face, rubbing in slightly while observing an almost immediate soothing and anti-inflammatory reaction. The remainder is injected into key areas such as under the eyes, as well as between his brows and at the laugh lines, where he had the filler added previously. Dr. Tess says as she finishes with the PRP injections, “Platelet Rich Plasma therapy has actually been used in other fields of medicine for years, using our own bodies to help speed the healing process. It’s only natural that it would transition into the dermatology field.” She continues, “With the laser resurfacing treatments, it’s like little microscopic wounds, so instead of waiting for Patrick’s own body to supply the platelet rich blood to create collagen and to heal the wounds, we cheat a bit and concentrate the PRP on the areas that we have resurfaced or inject into areas that need added collagen. This will not only help him heal faster but will also boost the collagen that will be produced, thus improving any wrinkles, flat spots or problem areas like under his eyes. This technology really is fantastic!”
Round 2 Back in her offices for the second session only 10 days later, the swelling on Patrick’s face is down and his resurfaced skin is simply glowing. The bags under his eyes and the few deeper lines are diminished considerably. The next step involves using the Venus Freeze, a process used to boost the collagen production even more and sculpt around his jaw, chin and neckline. Using radio frequency magnetic energy, Patrick’s skin is treated to a slight tightening, plumping and toning procedure to accent his previous treatments and continue the accelerated growth of new collagen.
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Next, some minor muscle relaxant injections are done in the same key areas that were applied with filler in the first session. Citing that muscles become stronger with continued use, Dr. Tess explains that relaxing specific areas in the face help ward off the formation of deep lines. Taking a couple of weeks to see the full effect, this treatment lasts about four months and is suggested to be repeated two to three times a year to keep the treated lines from reforming.
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The Results Thanks to the Time Machine by Dr. Tess, patients like Patrick show marked improvement on their eyelids, under-eyes, cheeks, pores, wrinkles, discoloration, sagging, and overall quality of the skin. Seeing and feeling the results for himself, Patrick is one happy, younger looking camper!
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About Dr. Tess Dubbed America’s favorite Dermatologist, Dr. Tess Mauricio is a Board Certified dermatologist, a graduate of Stanford University School of Medicine, and a Summa Cum Laude graduate of The University of California San Diego. She is the founder of Scripps Ranch Dermatology & Cosmetic Center and several locations of M Beauty. She was the youngest woman to hold the position of President of The San Diego Society of Dermatologic Surgery. She is also a published author, educator, guest speaker, and talk show host.
We all know that looking our best relaxes us and boosts our self-confidence, but did you know that feeling relaxed and confident helps us look our best? According to a top California cosmetic dermatologist and a leading wellness coach, it’s true! Board Certified Dermatologist Dr. Tess Mauricio and Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Hypnotherapist Dr. Brian Alman have joined forces to pen a new book titled California Total Beauty. Although they use different techniques and technologies, this dynamic health and beauty duo write about how to enhance appearance and achieve total beauty by working from the outside in as well as from the inside out. California Total Beauty offers readers a personal transformation more complete than ever thought possible. Readers can browse through various client success stories, some with amazing before and after photos, and learn about the latest non-invasive anti-aging procedures and non-surgical liposculpting as well as simple and powerful mind-body techniques for stress management and permanent weight loss. Special features in this publication also include the Inner Beauty Quiz and the Outer Beauty Quiz to help readers discover the desire and the steps to start looking and feeling their very best. Designed to help women achieve the total beauty they desire, California Total Beauty is published by Archer Books and is available online at www.californiatotalbeauty.com.
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