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THE LATEST AND GREATEST IN EACH OF OUR DESTINATIONS
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ARtIstIC FLAIR At tHe nEW seLLA
After the closure of a St. Barths institution, Maya’s Restaurant, there were concerns as to what could possibly follow such a revered and beloved spot, but after just one visit to Sella, any lingering doubt is squashed.
HAILING FROM JERUSALEM and featuring delicious Israeli fare, creatively presented via shared plates of eggplant, lahmacun and polenta, and main dishes like Kisonai Basar with Wagyu and octopus, plus cocktails served in charming metallic vessels such as bronze sauce pots, Sella’s ambiance can only be described as lively, inventive and entertaining.
Overlooking the port, Sella sets the mood with live DJs spinning soft electronica music that quickly speeds up tempo once the dinner has been cleared and the restaurant’s signature dish is presented. Described by recent visitor and luxury travel advisor Emily Parriseau as a “deconstructed dessert,” first the DJ plays a chaotic dance song and roughly 10 members of the kitchen staff spill out from the back, each with a dessert item. “Then, in a coordinated dance, they splatter the entire table with creams, custards, cakes, fruits and sauces like a live art installation; a Jackson Pollock dessert, if you will.” With such fanfare and revelry, Sella makes for the ideal place to celebrate something special as the night builds even further after dessert with staff dancing on tables, sparklers aplenty and DJ beats to boogie the night away. It’s evident that Sella has firmly cemented itself, just as its predecessor did, as a must-hit restaurant when visiting St. Barths.
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MEET THE NEWLY REVAMPED CHART HOUSE INN
The recent revamping of downtown Newport’s Chart House Inn this past August, with the successful Stoneacre Hospitality team now at the helm, has visitors reconsidering where to stay.
For existing fans of Stoneacre’s trio of hospitality offerings in Newport— Stoneacre Brasserie, Stoneacre Garden and Stoneacre Picnics—it’s no surprise that those in the know are eager to see how the creative, doublecouple, food-forward team has reimagined the cozy, seven-guestroom historic property. Drawing inspiration from the grounds of Newport’s Stoneacre Estate, not unlike their other outlets, the Inn showcases the very essence of historic Newport with its classic 19th-century architecture (it was originally built in 1880), its elegant antique furnishings, formal dining room and salon, which is set up daily for afternoon tea. The guestrooms vary in size, while the third floor allows for a full floor buyout, combining four rooms to make it an ideal communal space for a family or small group gathering up to 12 guests. The Inn’s residential location, just a stone’s throw from downtown and surrounded by museums and other historic homes, makes it easy to come without a car and feel fully immersed in the downtown life of the City by the Sea. This fall, the Stoneacre team will be offering live music on Thursday and Friday nights at Stoneacre Garden, the weekly farmers market will return in late November and run through late April, and the Brasserie offers half-priced wine bottles on Mondays all winter long.
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Fireside Reads
Cozy up this winter, whether by the fire indoors or outdoors, and enjoy these bound-to-please titles, a mixture of guilty pleasures and some more thought-provoking reads, all equally bound to keep you glued right down to the last ember.
Cult Classic BY SLOANE CROSLEY | Tracy Flick Can’t Win BY TOM PERROTTA | Growing Up Getty: The Story of America’s Most Unconventional Dynasty BY JAMES REGINATO | Elizabeth the Queen: The Life of a Modern Monarch BY SALLY BEDELL SMITH | The Last Resort: A Chronicle of Paradise, Profit, and Peril at the Beach BY SARAH STODOLA | Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer, a Man Who Would Cure the World BY TRACY KIDDER
Migrations BY CHARLOTTE McCONAGHY | The Thursday Murder Club BY RICHARD OSMAN | The Business of Blood BY KERRIGAN BYRNE | The Lincoln Highway BY AMOR TOWLES
What to Pack for the Holidays
Doug Good Feather Legend™ Sweater Shirt
ACK — Even though it’s cold outside, you can’t miss visiting the beach while on Nantucket no matter the season, and maybe you’ll even spot the infamous slurpee waves. Either way, the best way to keep warm and look good is in this incredibly cozy flannel shirt, the Doug Good Feather Shirt, a perennial favorite from Faherty. $119 | FAHERTYBRAND.COM
Surell Shearling Bucket Hat
MVY — Strolling Oak Bluffs village and Edgartown during the holidays is one of the more charming and classic New England activities one can enjoy, so we suggest you pack accordingly to see and be seen while also keeping those ears nice and toasty with this chic but understated shearling Bucket Hat from Surell Accessories. $158 | BERGDORFGOODMAN.COM
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, particularly if it means hopping on a Tradewind flight to one of our beloved destinations to ring in the festive season and the New Year. We’ve selected some must-pack items for each destination, which may also be the perfect gift for that one person on your list who you just can’t seem to please.
Leki Makalu FX Carbon Trekking Poles
MVL — With miles and miles of walking and hiking trails, Stowe is a veritable hikers’ and walkers’ paradise, particularly the 11-mile Stowe Recreation Loop. And now, with Nordic Walking catching on as a far more efficient exercise than simply walking, it’s time to invest in some quality poles, especially as the ground becomes tougher to navigate. These poles from Leki are lightweight yet sturdy in all sorts of terrain, and better yet, they fold up to easily fit into a backpack when not in use. $220 | REI.COM
Yeti Rambler® 26 oz. Stackable Cup
AXA — With so many fun beach bars and spots to see how the white sand meets turquoise waters in Anguilla, not to mention boat rides to explore the cays, it’s super helpful to bring your own tumbler, guaranteed to keep your beverage cold or simply keep you hydrated. Make it extra special and customize a Yeti Tumbler, now complete with a straw option. $45 | YETI.COM/DRINKWARE
Prada Small Raffia Tote
SBH — As those who have visited before are all too aware, St. Barths is no place to slouch on your fashion choices, so why not pack prepared with this perfectly adaptable, day-to-evening raffia tote bag from Prada with a seaside styling color scheme of tan and blue. $1,550 | PRADA.COM/US
ARt BEtWeen tHe PEAKs
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Spruce Peak Arts is dedicated to uncovering the profound in each performance it brings to the stage, along with entertaining and informing their audience. Recognizing that they’re located in a rarefied setting, surrounded by nature, the Spruce Peak Arts team, helmed by Executive Director Hope Sullivan and governed by a 13-member board, looks to broaden the horizons for spectators of the arts.
WITH THE IMPRESSIVE TIMBER-LINED Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center as its home base, offering a 420-seat multi-use performance center with the most updated technology, Spruce Peak Arts features year-round programming including educational and family programs in addition to performing arts. Modern technology also allows livestreaming, ensuring no weather delays force out-of-town members to miss an event.
From artists like Natalie Merchant to the Dance Theatre of Harlem, Freedom House to Arlo Guthrie, Warren Miller to Orebolo, Spruce Peak Arts commands a wide variety of acts on their schedule. The Spruce Peak Arts Community & Education Fund provides access to students via discounted tickets for central and northern Vermont students, families and community organizations, and during non-performance days, the Spruce Peak Arts front of house features a mixed-use lobby-gallery and exhibition space that houses exhibitions such as Exploring Earth, the third in an environmental art series that began with Exploring Air in 2018 and Exploring Water in 2019, as well as small private events.
Spruce Peak Arts has also hosted two Ice Dance International Residencies featuring workshops, school tours and performances, while during COVID, they brought music to the surrounding communities by driving bands on a flatbed truck through the streets. According to Sullivan, “These experiences bring what we do directly to our audiences—we don’t have to wait for them to find or travel to us. This is a new form of access and has inspired our organization to think more creatively about how to deliver our mission and passion.” This season the calendar includes performances from magician Jason Bishop, the SUNY Plattsburg State Gospel Choir and the first-ever stand-up comedy acts (PG-13!) featuring Tony Deyo, Kerri Louise and MC Shaun Eli. According to Sullivan, the season is all about bringing joy and creativity to the community.
Perhaps the most intriguing development is the new community and education programs debuting this fall called The Curious Place. Launching in collaboration with area public schools, the Vermont state college system and nonprofits from a wide range of sectors in Lamoille County, The Curious Place is comprised of camps, workshops, workforce development and an in-school therapeutic theater program. When asked the story behind the name, Sullivan explains, “It’s a title that recognizes where we’re coming from and who we’re inspiring. Spruce Peak Arts programs lead with curiosity—creating opportunities for learners of all ages to explore what inspires them.” After all, isn’t inspiration the ultimate reward for curiosity?
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