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Salvatore Ferragamo celebrates its 100th anniversary in Hollywood.
12 // Front runner 28 // Letter From the editor-in-ChieF
30 // Letter From the PubLisher
32 // ... Without Whom
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34 // the List 67 // invited
Style 37 // La doLCe vita Ferragamo’s Massimiliano Giornetti pays tribute to the brand’s 100-year Hollywood heritage.
40 // the neW romanCe A new wave of moody, yet modern opulence sashays into Philly, just in time for the most over-the-top holiday soirées.
44 // styLe sPotLight
46 // steeLing time Top watchmakers are offering stunning timepieces that are crafted in steel and can be had for a steal.
48 // moving on uP Bernie Robbins relaunches two stores in new locations, and Brett Johnson showcases his hip, sophisticated menswear at Neiman Marcus.
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Louis Vuitton creates mini versions of classic handbag designs, and Balenciaga sets up shop at Saks.
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Title unknown (Street Scene), by Norman Lewis. Check it out at his retrospective at PAFA.
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Fresh-baked bread from High Street on Market, part of Ellen Yin’s culinary empire.
Culture 51 // Coat of
Many Colors
American Idol alums and Philly-bred talents add extra star power to the classic musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
52 // sounds of
Larry Korman, the visionary behind luxe extended-stay hotel brand AKA, discusses giving back, thinking big, and bridging the West Philly divide.
64 // Mettle of honor
Amp up the yuletide cheer with holiday shows both old and new.
After being honored by the White House this summer, Emily KramerGolinkoff gets ready for her nonproft’s annual gala.
54 // eMpire state
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West Philly native and Empire star Bryshere Gray is conquering the world, one performance at a time.
89 // yin and yang
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56 // aCtivisM
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The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts shows fve decades of works by Norman Lewis, the artist’s largest retrospective to date.
58 // Culture
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Philly Pops celebrates Carole King, and the award-winning novel Cold Mountain moves from page to stage.
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60 // Building BloCks
A force in Philly’s restaurant scene, Ellen Yin talks about expanding High Street, refning Fork, and carrying on after a challenging year.
92 // taste spotlight A bevy of hot new eateries come to town, and Hennessy celebrates its 250th anniversary with a collectible cognac.
94 // spiCe up your life Forget seasonal standbys like the hot toddy and warm up with Philly’s most fragrant new cocktails.
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Features 96 // NothiNg Short of WoNderful
Martin Short, guest artist at the Academy of Music 159th Anniversary Concert and Ball, talks about his latest projects and his lifelong love of the symphony. By Kristin Detterline
100 // out of the WoodS As winter blankets the city, Philadelphia’s fne jewelers are releasing elegant designs to inspire holiday dressing and usher in a sense of spring. Photography by Jeff Crawford Styling by Casey Trudeau
108 // ViVa 48 hourS In the era of acronyms, emojis, and 140-characters-or-less, comes turbocharged travel: the meticulously planned, lightening-fast two-day vacation, spiked with snappy indulgences, intense enjoyment, and nowor-never experiences. Here’s what to do, see, and eat in 48 fabulous hours in Philadelphia and America’s most exciting cities.
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119 // home for the holidayS
Fill your December calendar with these seasonal suburban events, from tree trimming to home tours.
126 // taSte teSt Long known as a destination for shoppers, Ardmore’s retail scene is enticing a new crop of restaurateurs.
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Ready for a staycation? We show you the hottest spots in Philly and eight other fabulous cities.
Haute ProPerty beauty & wellness 135 // WalkiNg THROugH HisTORy
A Spruce Street brownstone’s 19thcentury design recalls a bygone era in Philadelphia.
138 // HOliday iN THE sky A revamped Market Street, a transformed historic landmark, and a massive mixed-use project on North Broad enter the Philadelphia real estate scene.
142 // dEsigN spOTligHT MacKenzie-Childs adds fair to holiday tabletops, while a new coffee-table book celebrates Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park.
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159 // iN THE NECk Of TimE
Philadelphians are turning to new treatments for fne lines that form from hunching over a smartphone.
tHe Guide 167 // amERiCaN COmfORT
Bud & Marilyn’s joins the restaurants on 13th Street with a menu of classics.
168 // NEW iN TOWN A mainstay chef makes a comeback in the city, wine bars pop up, and North Broad welcomes new eateries.
170 // a fEsTiVE fEasT The holidays are all about celebrating—and indulging. These top restaurants are the perfect place to do both.
172 // as THE Ball dROps
Celebrate in style as you welcome 2016 at these New Year’s Eve spots.
P.s. 176 // uNzippEd Size up your favorite Philadelphia rink before slipping on the skates for fgure eights.
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LETTER from the Editor-in-Chief With Stephanie Stahl, Carol Kauffman, and Jennifer Valoppi at the second annual Women of Tomorrow Mentor & Scholarship Program kickoff. BELOW: Discussing all things shoes with Manolo Blahnik during a special appearance at Neiman Marcus.
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3 Where I’m Going This Winter 1. The new One Liberty Observation Deck opens with panoramic city views. Expect to see tourists and residents snapping selfies from the 57th floor. 2. The race begins to find the perfect gown for the Academy of Music 159th Anniversary Concert and Ball on January 23. 3. The Philadelphia Museum of Art’s “Audubon to Warhol: The Art of American Still Life” is a worthy weekend ticket.
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dividing the year into two major seasonal moments: Fourth of July and Christmas. As the holidays wind down in that melancholy way that they usually do, someone inevitably tries to lighten the mood by saying, “Before you know it, it will be the Fourth again.” And just like that, six months go by and we’re all in my parents’ backyard for Independence Day. When we start to clean up from the party someone (usually my dad) will look around and say, “Before you know it, it will be Christmas again.” The days at Philadelphia Style provide welcome relief from that abbreviated calendar. Here we happily divide the year into six major moments with magazines that celebrate our city experience. In 2015, we covered some extraordinary occasions, the highlight of which was Pope Francis’s historic visit to Philadelphia for the World Meeting of Families. There were other standout covers—Richard Gere and The Walking Dead’s Lauren Cohan—and designer profiles with Philly-bred names such as Milly’s Michelle Smith, Caroline Issa, and Katie Ermilio. Philadelphia Style’s mission to laud local charities produced thoughtful features on the national mentoring program Big Brothers Big Sisters and the organ-donor awareness group Donors Are Heroes. Our annual Women of Influence issue, highlighting some of the city’s most powerful ladies, culminated with an afternoon tea featuring cover star, and Today co-host, Tamron Hall. Looking ahead, 2016 is already shaping up to be another important year for the City of Brotherly Love as we prepare to host the Democratic National Convention and welcome a new mayor to City Hall. The Kimmel Center’s Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts, better known as PIFA, returns in April with an array of programming. Expect the frenetic race to open new restaurants to continue—my list of eateries to visit never stops growing. In this issue we celebrate the season in grand style. Our cover star, Martin Short, talks about performing at the Academy of Music 159th Anniversary Concert and Ball in January. There are countless holiday events—all covered throughout the issue—to enjoy in December. For gala fashion inspiration, turn to our fine-jewelry feature, The New Romantics, for the moment’s most luxe accessories. In the meantime, enjoy the holidays. It will be the Fourth of July before you know it.
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THE HOLIDAY SEASON ALWAYS BRINGS PHILADELPHIA TOGETHER.
When the lights in Rittenhouse Square come on, the Christmas tree in City Hall goes up, and the evenings are full of black-tie galas and holidaythemed events (it’s a tradition in my family to attend the Pennsylvania Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker at the Academy of Music and the Philadelphia Orchestra’s concert “The Glorious Sound of Christmas” each year), you start to feel a sense of community in the city. Which is why for our Holiday Issue we decided to go local, featuring Philly’s hottest philanthropic ticket of the season on our cover. The Academy of Music Concert and Ball is one of the first events of the year, and in 2016 the Academy is celebrating its 159th anniversary with
special guest artist Martin Short. Short has a long résumé: Singer, producer, and comedian are just a few of the talents he is bringing to Philadelphia. Guests of the ball can expect everything the event is known for—a night of dancing, music directed by Yannick Nèzet-Sèguin, and gourmet food, all wrapped together in Philadelphia’s biggest party of the year. As another year comes to an end and we embark on a fresh one, it’s important to look back on everything the city has accomplished in 2015. The real estate market is on fire, with residential and commercial buildings alike popping up all around town. Our restaurant scene has been recognized by The New York Times and other nationally respected media outlets. To cap it all off, the historic visit by Pope Francis brought
Philadelphia into the limelight and showed the world who we are. In the new year, we can look forward to new buildings on our skyline and another national spotlight as we play host to the 2016 Democratic National Convention. So here’s to a new year and a new, flattering light shining on Philadelphia.
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SHARON PINKENSON film executive Sharon Pinkenson has served as the Executive Director of the Greater Philadelphia Film Office for more than 22 years. She markets the city and the surrounding region to the film, video, and television industries, and she coordinates every aspect of production. For this issue, she spoke about the classic film The Philadelphia Story, starring Katharine Hepburn, on page 12. Why is The Philadelphia Story so iconic? There are the actors, of course. But everyone is so attractive, and the clothes are spectacular, and the manner in which they speak is so proper. There is something really romantic about all of that. What other Philly-themed movies are special to you? Philadelphia was the very first movie that I worked on. It came at a time when the country really needed to learn something about the HIV/AIDS epidemic. I think the movie changed the world in terms of how people felt about those who had the disease.
LAUREN BERNSTEIN Lauren Bernstein is a freelance fashion and beauty editor whose work has appeared in numerous publications, including Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar, Hamptons, Bloomberg Businessweek, and more. She wrote this issue’s Tastemaker, about Ferragamo, which can be found on page 37. Were there any surprises while you were researching the story? Ferragamo is such an iconic Italian design house, I didn’t realize that the brand actually has its roots in the US! Why do you think the Ferragamo brand continues to be such a force in fashion? Ferragamo has nailed the aesthetic of timeless, elegant style by merging the brand’s heritage with modern, innovative design. What pieces from the collection are on your wish list for the holidays? The perfect pointy-toe pumps, which in leopard-print calf hair work as a surprisingly versatile yet quirky neutral, and the medium Gancio-lock shoulder bag.
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Daryl Peveto is a Philadelphiabased commercial and editorial photographer. He lives in Valley Forge with his wife, Jen, and their three children: Finn, Harper, and Beckett. Peveto shot Larry Korman for Thought Leader on page 60. Where did the shoot for Larry Korman take place and how did it go? We met at AKA Rittenhouse Square. Larry is such a genuine and generous person—a real pleasure to photograph. AKA is going through a major renovation, so I expected Larry to only want to be shot in the finished spaces, but he was open to anything. Did you learn anything interesting about Korman during your time with him? We talked a lot about his family—he is a third-generation developer, so it’s in his blood. He grew up in a home designed for his mother and father by architect Louis Kahn. We discussed the impact Kahn’s vision and approach had on him growing up in that house. It is a really incredible story.
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Elizabeth Osborne has worked as a head stylist at a major studio; currently she oversees interior projects and curates small, intricate sets for clothing, accessories, fashion, and jewelry shoots. She styled the fine jewelry feature “Out of the Woods,” on page 100. Wallpaper played a big part in the concept for this shoot. Tell us a little bit about the styling process. We wanted to create a feeling that the jewelry pieces fit in the scene created in the design of the paper. Each piece was carefully selected and placed on the different papers to create this look. Is there anything people would be surprised to know about this shoot? The hardest trick is getting the jewelry to stay upright without falling over in mid-shot. What is your dream project? I would love to help create livable and usable spaces for people in a less fortunate country.
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Ferragamo’s MassiMiliano Giornetti pays tribute to the brand’s 100-year hollywood heritage. by lauren bernstein
“Inspiration comes from everywhere, but I always begin my process with an exploration of Salvatore’s original designs,” says Creative Director Massimiliano Giornetti of his role in preparation for Salvatore Ferragamo’s 100th anniversary.
Before Salvatore Ferragamo became the luxury lifestyle brand that Philadelphia’s chic set swears by today, in 1915 a 16-year-old shoemaker with a flair for the experimental emigrated from his home in Bonito, Italy, to California by way of Boston—and women’s shoes have never been the same. It wasn’t long before Ferragamo’s superior craftsmanship and boundary-pushing designs were recognized and coveted by Hollywood’s glitterati, including celebrities like Mae West, Joan Crawford, and Audrey Hepburn, for whom he created bespoke footwear. “Salvatore Ferragamo was a pioneer and one of the first designers to recognize the potential of the Hollywood legacy,” says Creative Director Massimiliano Giornetti, who joined the house as continued on page 38
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STYLE Tastemaker Ferragamo’s Fall/ Winter 2015–2016 runway collection show during Milan Fashion Week. BELOW, FROM LEFT: Salvatore Ferragamo with Audrey Hepburn; a shoe from the Fall/ Winter 2015 collection inspired by Salvatore’s original designs.
Back in Black
PERSONAL STYLIST NANCY AMOROSO SHARES THE KEY PIECES OF THE SEASON TO TAKE YOU FROM DAY TO NIGHT. Whether scouring boutiques to outfit Philly’s top newscasters or editing closets that brim with decades’ worth of clothing for clients who need a sartorial refresh, Nancy Amoroso says that the key to being a good personal stylist is to help people “take what they already own and bring it up to the season’s standards by adding something special.” Here, Amoroso selects a trio of covetable pieces worthy of any wardrobe update. Nicole Miller Leather Buckle Crop Top, $395 “This is one of the most versatile pieces that you can own—it’s also perfect when you’re going on vacation. It feels feminine and classic for day and sexy at night. Wear this with a pencil skirt, skinny jeans, or under a jacket for a layered look.” Nicole Miller, The Bellevue, 200 S. Broad St., 215-5465007; 4249 Main St., 215-930-0307; nicolemiller.com
Nicholas Kirkwood Suede and Mesh T-Strap
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Pumps, $1,295 “The season’s ultimate footwear splurge. These pumps should be the focus of any outfit, whether it’s a plain black dress, cropped pants, or a short skirt. You can even wear them with cropped jeans paired with a turtleneck or tank top. Less is more when wearing these heels.” Joan Shepp, 1811 Chestnut St., 215-735-2666; joanshepp.com
Chloé Drew Mini Leather Shoulder Bag, $1,650 “All you need is this bag to finish your look this winter, from day to evening. It’s comfortable, elegant, and very fashionable, and roomy without being cumbersome.” Saks Fifth Avenue, 2 Bala Plaza, Bala Cynwyd, 610-667-1550; saks.com
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menswear designer in 2000 and took over the women’s lines in 2010. (After Ferragamo’s death in 1960, his wife, Wanda, expanded the brand to include eyewear, perfume, belts, scarves, bags, watches, and ready-towear.) But in the beginning, it was the founder’s innovative ability to juxtapose European avant-garde with Hollywood glamour and industrial ergonomics that drove his success—and that of the eponymous brand that followed. His early shoe designs—like the cork wedge and the “invisible” sandal—are as iconic as the women for whom they were created. Ferragamo’s designs continue to inspire: The young shoe designer Edgardo Osorio is reimagining those same pieces originally intended for the heroines of the silver screen in a capsule collection for the brand. The result of a collaboration with Giornetti, Edgardo Osorio for Salvatore Ferragamo brings a contemporary sensibility to Ferragamo’s iconic designs from the 1930s, ’40s, and ’50s with a mix of patterns and materials, from polka-dots to feathers. Combining cutting-edge ideas with 100 years of heritage is clearly at the company’s core. “Salvatore Ferragamo created a legacy of innovation and glamour, of timeless elegance, discovering comfort in beauty that is carried through the brand today,” says Giornetti. It’s a mission that endures. “Ferragamo is a unique language of design and craftsmanship left to be reinterpreted, translated through the joie de vivre of the Italian way of life,” he says. “Inspiration comes from everywhere, but I always begin my process with an exploration of Salvatore’s original designs that even today resonate as iconic hallmarks of the evolution of fashion.” King of Prussia Mall, 610-491-6810; ferragamo.com PS
STYLE Accessories SHEER GLAMOUR Featherweight fabrics with rich embellishments add a sense of splendor to holiday dressing.
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A new wAve of moody yet modern opulence sAshAys into philly, just in time for the most over-the-top holidAy soirées. PhotograPhy by Jeff Crawford Styling by faye Power Set deSign by Sergio eSteveS
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Iridescent gown, Gucci ($12,500). King of Prussia Mall, 610-3374130; gucci.com. Square emerald ring ($595) and round mixed-metal ring ($345), Alexander McQueen. Saks Fifth Avenue, 2 Bala Plaza, Bala Cynwyd, 610-667-1550; alexandermcqueen.com. Petite Malle sequin clutch, Louis Vuitton ($6,600). King of Prussia Mall, 610-992-0392; louisvuitton.com
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Refined floral motifs and sleek modern metals create the perfect contrast.
Bold crystals and luxe gilding give holiday accessories an elegant shimmer.
1. Handbag ($3,200) and bracelet ($2,075), Chanel. chanel.com. Platform sandal, Lanvin ($2,090). Saks Fifth Avenue, 2 Bala Plaza, Bala Cynwyd, 610-667-1550; saks.com. 2. Dior Trianon low boot, Dior ($1,070). Neiman Marcus, King of Prussia Mall, 610-962-6200; neimanmarcus.com. Clutch, Rauwolf ($1,230). Barneys New York, 1811 Walnut St., 215-563-5333; barneys.com. Necklace, Bottega Veneta ($6,750). Neiman Marcus, see above; bottegaveneta.com. 3. Open-toe sandal, Dries Van Noten ($745). Barneys New York, see above. Bangles, Michael Kors Collection ($145–$245 each). 1705 Walnut St., 215-446-6708; michaelkors.com. Clutch, Alexander McQueen ($1,795). Saks Fifth Avenue, see above; alexandermcqueen.com. 4. Pump, Bottega Veneta ($1,980). see above. Clutch, Lizzie Fortunato ($505). lizziefortunato.com. Necklace, Oscar de la Renta ($890). Neiman Marcus, see above. Gray print fabric on model opener and two stills: Eskayel upholstery fabric in Cocos-midnight print, available at eskayel.com; wallpaper in all stills: vintage wallpaper, available at secondhandrose.com; tiles in all stills: Mosaic House cement tiles, available at mosaichse.com
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BALENCIAGA OPENS A SHOP-IN-SHOP AT SAKS
A trio of new shops has joined Philly’s retail scene just in time for the holidays, led by Bloomingdale’s (bloomingdales.com), which has a new outlet at The Shops at Liberty Place. Also new: the boutique Skirt (shop-skirt.com/ rittenhouse), which owner Maureen Doron has stocked with labels like DVF, Missoni, and Black Halo, while Shop Sixty Five (shopsixty five.com) has relocated from Doylestown to Rittenhouse, where it offers Helmut Lang, Sigerson Morrison, Elizabeth & James, and more.
In the Bag
LEFT AND BELOW:
Looks from Balenciaga’s Fall Winter 2015-16 collection.
One of the world’s most esteemed fashion houses has a new home at Saks Fifth Avenue. Balenciaga recently joined the posh collection of shopping salons here, making Saks its largest retailer in the Philadelphia area. Says Saks personal shopper Lisa Blank, “It’s very exciting for Philly. There are embellished dresses and gorgeous outerwear for the holidays.” 2 Bala Plaza, Bala Cynwyd, 610-667-1550; saks.com
SHOP FOR CHOP
LOUIS VUITTON INTRODUCES MINI VERSIONS OF CLASSIC HANDBAG DESIGNS. Downsizing never looked so chic. This season Louis Vuitton reinterprets its most iconic bags in smaller sizes. The maison’s first-ever Nano collection offers its seven signature bags— including the Speedy (a top-handle tote with curved lines, a 1930s favorite), the Lockit (a feminine bag with a refined, minimalist silhouette), and the Pallas (a modern front-pleated carryall)—in miniature versions for stylishly transporting the bare necessities. Shoppers can choose from materials like the brand’s classic monogrammed canvas, Mongolian cashmere, and Epi leather. Adding a shoulder strap yields cross-body functionality, making each mini the perfect traveling companion. King of Prussia Mall, 610-992-0392; louisvuitton.com PS
HOLIDAY TOUCH
Lush velvets and rich textures add a luxe look to winter’s pumps and sandals.
Casadei ($795). Saks Fifth Avenue, Dolce & Gabbana ($795). Knit 2 Bala Plaza, Bala Cynwyd, Wit, 1729 Chestnut St., 610-667-1550; saks.com 215-564-4760; knitwitonline.com
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A sweater by Aqua, one of the chic discount items at the new Bloomingdale’s outlet.
Shop for a cause when the Women’s Committee of The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia hosts its 50th annual Holiday Boutique, December 3 and 4 at Merion Cricket Club. Dozens of retailers will participate, offering clothing, jewelry (like these Jennifer Miller earrings, PICTURED), accessories, and décor. 325 Montgomery Ave., Haverford, 610-642-5800; holidayboutique.chop.edu
Gianvito Rossi ($670). Boyds Jimmy Choo ($850). Neiman Tory Burch ($450). King of Philadelphia, 1818 Chestnut St., Marcus, King of Prussia Mall, Prussia Mall, 610-337-2565; 215-564-9000; boydsphila.com 610-962-6200; neimanmarcus.com toryburch.com
Givenchy ($1,350). Neiman Marcus, King of Prussia Mall, 610-962-6200; neimanmarcus.com
STYLE Time Honored
Steeling time
Top waTchmakers are offering philadelphia men a hosT of sTunning Timepieces crafTed in sTeel ThaT can be had for a sTeal. by roberta naas photography by jeff crawford
Stainless steel watches allow men to indulge in haute horology without breaking the bank. Typically crafted from 316L grade steel, an alloy that is resistant to corrosion and rust, these handsome watches make a style statement that truly stands the test of time. But for some, the true beauty of steel lies in the fact that it’s much more affordable than gold or platinum, making it possible for premier brands to create timepieces with added functions and an approachable price. With this in mind, the holidays are the perfect time to put time on your side or in his stocking. For more watch features and expanded coverage, go to phillystylemag.com/watches-and-jewelry. PS from top: IWC’s Portofino Hand-wound 8 Days watch
($10,300) with blue dial is powered by the caliber 59210 mechanical movement, and offers eight days of power reserve. The 45mm watch also features date, small hacking seconds subdial at 6:00, and power reserve indication at 9:00. Tourneau, King of Prussia Mall, 610-491-8801; iwc.com This Glashütte Original PanoReserve watch ($11,500) houses the brand’s proprietary caliber 65-01 manual winding movement. The watch offers off-centered hours and minutes, a small seconds subdial, a Panorama date indication at 4:00, and power-reserve indication at 2:00. Govberg Jewelers, 1521 Walnut St., 215-546-6505; glashuette-original.com
From Hamilton, this Railroad watch ($2,045) houses the exclusive Hamilton H21 movement with automatic chronograph and 60 hours of power reserve. It offers hours, minutes, seconds, weekday, and date, as well as chronograph hours, minutes, and seconds. Bernie Robbins, 200 N. Sycamore St., Newtown, 215-579-8224; hamiltonwatch.com background: Beaded edge brass trays, Calypso
St. Barth, ($175). 1613 Walnut St, 215-563-7628; calypsostbarth.com
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The Transocean Chronograph 1915 from Breitling ($9,275) recalls the first Breitling chronograph, created in 1915. The new COSC-certified chronometer features a steel case with start/stop pusher at 2:00 and a supple steel Milanese mesh bracelet. The mercury silver dial with luminescent numerals offers vintage appeal. Benari Jewelers, 299 Main St., Exton, 610-363-8450; breitling.com
STYLE In Store FROM LEFT:
18k yellow-gold east-west necklace with tsavorite and malachite, Phillips House ($1,800). 18k white-gold Aerial cluster stud earrings ($3,775), Hearts On Fire. Bernie Robbins Jewelers, Promenade at Sycamore
Moving On Up
AFTER 54 SUCCESSFUL YEARS IN BUSINESS, BERNIE ROBBINS JEWELERS RELAUNCHES TWO STORES IN NEW LOCATIONS. BY CHRISTINA PELLEGRINI Bernie Robbins Jewelers has been a Philadelphia institution for nearly half a century. Its Newtown and Main Line locations have been open for many years, and third-generation co-owner Harvey Rovinsky feels it’s time for a change. This November, the Newtown store gains a larger, 3,250-square-foot showroom when it moves to the Promenade at Sycamore (200 N. Sycamore St.), while the St. Davids shop finds a new home in Villanova (775 E. Lancaster Ave.). “When we moved [to Newtown] 20 years ago, we were a different company than we are today,” says Rovinsky, who also maintains two South Jersey stores, in Marlton and Somers Point, with
his wife and co-owner, Maddy. “This new location reflects much better what we’ve become, who we are, and what we’re trying to do for our clients.” Greater visibility and easier access are two factors that Rovinsky ranks high in the decision to move. Both shops are newly constructed to better display top-selling brands such as Rolex, Cartier, and Hearts On Fire, all of which will have expanded offerings in time for the holidays. The darlings among Rovinsky’s new arrivals include collections by Ippolita, Marco Bicego, and Roberto Coin. In Villanova, Main Liners will want to grab the Boy.Friend watch by Chanel, while Newtown shoppers can scoop
up the newest from David Yurman. “We really worked to present a very attractive, inviting atmosphere for guests,” Rovinsky says. In addition to faithfully serving Philadelphia’s jewelry lovers, the Rovinskys are active in many regional charities, including Einstein Healthcare Network, the Terri Lynne Lokoff Child Care Foundation, and Simon’s Fund. For the Rovinskys, it’s all about keeping the spirit of Bernie Robbins alive. “The people who have been with us for a long time remember my father-in-law for his integrity and customer service,” says Rovinsky. “That’s his legacy to us.” bernierobbins.com PS
A fall/winter look from designer Brett Johnson (INSET).
UPPING THE STYLE GAME Brett Johnson’s namesake collection is coming to Neiman Marcus, boosting Philadelphia to the next level of style. Handcrafted in Italy for high-end, urban American gents, the brand’s shoes and outerwear reflect the designer’s obsession with quality and detail. Where it began: “When I was 6 or 7, I began collecting Nike Air Force 1 sneakers—specifically the all-white lows—and I’d source fabrics from all over the world: Spain, Italy, Japan. I’d take them to a cobbler in New York City and have him apply the material to the shoe.”
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Favorite Autumn/ Winter 2015 piece: “The tweed overcoat.” Best business advice from your parents (BET founders Bob and Sheila Johnson): “My dad always said, ‘Don’t shine shoes if your shoes aren’t shined.’” Why Philly? “Our brand’s strong suit is outerwear, and I think our outerwear and knitwear pieces can really thrive in the Philly market.” Meet the designer at his trunk show on Saturday, December 5 at Neiman Marcus at King of Prussia Mall. 610-962-6200; brettjohnson.co
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF BRETT JOHNSON COLLECTION (JOHNSON)
Brett Johnson showcases his hip, sophisticated menswear collection for the first time in Philadelphia. By Amy Moeller
Ref. SB15.1-B, $395
SB Metropolis collection, Ref. SB15.1 for men and women. www.steelblaze.com Also available at these retailers: Bassano, New York, 212-371-8060 • Danielle B. Jewelers, New York, 212-459-1400 • Royal Jewelers, Andover, MA, 978-475-3330 • Hal Martin’s Watch & Jewelry Co., Houston, TX, 713785-1111 • Peter Marco Extraordinary Jewels, Beverly Hills, CA, 310-278-5353 • John Atencio, Denver, CO, 303-830-7733 • Eidos Contemporary Jewelry, Santa Fe, NM, 505-992-0020 • TeNo, Las Vegas, NV, 702-2590565 • Carroll’s Jewelers, Doylestown, PA, 215-345-6277
Culture Hottest ticket
Coat of Many Colors
photography by Daniel a. Swalec
AmericAn idol alums and Philly-bred talents add extra star Power to the classic musical Joseph and the amazing technicolor dreamcoat. by joann greco
JC McCann (center) in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, which plays at the Merriam Theater in December.
As magical as the coat of its title, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, this 1973 familyfriendly musical from Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber explores what happens after Jacob, a poor farmer, gifts his favorite offspring, Joseph, with a colorful garment. Emboldened to dream, Joseph is also subject to the jealous ire of his 11 vengeful brothers. On this touring production’s swing through town, audiences at the Merriam Theater will enjoy performances by two former American Idol contestants: Ace Young, in the title role, and his wife, Diana DeGarmo, as the narrator. Even more exciting to Philadelphians might be a pair of conTInueD on pAge 52
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Culture Hottest ticket “Joseph is about having a dream. i’m excited to share it with PhiladelPhia.” —christina belinsky
December 29 –January 3 at the Merriam Theater. 250 S. Broad St., 215-893-1999; kimmelcenter.org PS
clockwise from left:
The Philly Pops Christmas Spectacular at the Kimmel Center; The Nutcracker returns to the Academy of Music; the Philadelphia Orchestra presents classical Christmas favorites.
Sounds of the Season Amp up the Yuletide cheer with holidAY shows both old And new. by joann greco
A ChristmAs story, the musiCAl Laura Helm, as the Narrator sings “Poor, Poor Pharaoh.”
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know what might happen,” Abell says. December 4–22 at the Kimmel Center. 300 S. Broad St., 215-670-2300; phillypops.com
Based on the classic movie A Christmas Story and the book In God We Trust: All Others Pay Cash, both by Jean Shepherd, this charming Tonynominated musical makes its Philadelphia debut at the Walnut Street Theatre. The show “captures the spirit of the season with funny and heartfelt songs,” says Bernard Havard, producing artistic director. November 10–January 10 at the Walnut Street Theatre. 825 Walnut St., 215-574-3550; walnutstreettheatre.org
Balanchine and Tchaikovsky, sugarplums and swanky parties. What’s not to like? If you see one show this holiday season, make it the Pennsylvania Ballet’s 46th staging of this beloved classic. December 11–31 at the Academy of Music. 240 S. Broad St., 215-893-1999; paballet.org
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Guest conductor David Charles Abell returns for a third year, promising “grand symphonic arrangements of Christmas carols, classics done in swing style, Chanukah favorites, gospel numbers, and the ever-popular sing-along.” Toss in Broadway star Lisa Vroman, pipe organist Peter Richard Conte, audience banter, and a certain guy in a red suit, and “you never quite
The season gets off to a rousing start with Yannick Conducts Messiah (December 11–13). Then guest conductor Bramwell Tovey grabs the baton for four performances of The Glorious Sound of Christmas featuring the Mendelssohn Club of Philadelphia. December 17–20 at the Kimmel Center, 300 S. Broad St., 215-8931999; philorch.com PS
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photography by ryan donnell (philadelphia orchestra); daniel a. swalec (joseph)
performers with local connections. Mezzo soprano Alyssa McAnany, who serves as understudy for the role of Narrator, hails from West Chester, and Christina Belinsky, who earned her BFA in Modern Dance Performance from the University of the Arts, is the production’s dance captain. “Joseph is a very detailed, dance-heavy show,” Belinsky says, “and it incorporates a lot of styles. I serve as the liaison between the performers and the choreographer, Tony Award winner Andy Blankenbuehler.” The production marks Belinsky’s first time returning to town for a professional appearance since she graduated in 2008. “Joseph is about having a dream and pursuing it,” she says. “It’s a story of second chances. I’m really excited to share it with Philadelphia audiences.” Blankenbuehler, who also directs this new production, has incorporated hip-hop and modern dance elements into his staging. This witty, rousing reimagining of a classic Bible story is completely sung-through and offers unforgettable pieces like “Close Every Door” and “Any Dream Will Do.”
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EmpirE StatE of mind
West Philly native and EmpirE star Bryshere Gray is conquering the World, one Performance at a time. By juliet izon
Not many in Hollywood can claim to be truly “West Philadelphia born and raised,” but actor and musician Bryshere Gray is among the loud and proud. “It made me stronger,” he says of growing up in the neighborhood. “It’s a struggling community just like every hood that’s in the world today.” But for Gray, equally important was “coming up out of it” and making his mark on the world beyond the confines of West Philly. As a teenager, however, his passions lay with football. But after an injury to his arm sidelined him from the football field for four months, he discovered untapped reserves of talent in another field. “I started to do music: writing and producing my own,” he says. “Eventually I was signed to Interscope Records.” Gray created (and still uses) the stage name “Yazz the Greatest.” “Yazz is my middle name; that’s my alter ego,” he says. Just months after signing his record deal, he was asked to audition for Empire, a new pilot on Fox also starring Terrence Howard and Taraji P. Henson. “I was very nervous,” he recalls of his audition, only his second ever. “You get a little stunned because the
InsIght: Philly eats: “The frst thing I do when I get off the plane is get a cheesesteak on South Street. Then I get a water ice and I go to my mom’s house. You can’t fnd any place better than home.” Musical inspiration: The Roots and Jay Z.
Best known for his role as Hakeem on Empire, Bryshere Gray also performs as a singer under the name Yazz the Greatest.
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casting directors have been in the game for a long time. And here’s me, just starting out,” he says. “When Lee Daniels called to tell me I got the role, I was screaming like a little girl in my mom’s living room in Philadelphia. It was definitely a blessing.” Gray plays Hakeem, the ambitious and talented youngest son of hip-hop mogul Lucious (Howard) and his ex-wife Cookie Lyon (Henson). “Kids look up to the character and really believe in his storyline. They’re really into the show,” he says. “There’s a responsibility [with that].” To that end, Gray is very active in speaking to young people around the country about his own career and how they, too, can change their lives. “It’s good for me to talk to them, try and knock some sense into their heads.” He follows this maxim: “How can I make myself better to be better for them?” Anyone, teenager or not, would be lucky to have Gray’s level of professional success. In addition to Empire, he’s recording an album and shooting a movie (which he says he can’t talk much about at the moment). “I’m just living my life,” he says. “I’m 21 years old. I’m just happy to be having a wonderful experience right now.” PS
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The Pennsylvania academy of The fine arTs shows five decades of works by NormaN Lewis, The arTisT’s largesT reTrosPecTive To daTe. by a.d. amorosi In “Procession: The Art of Norman Lewis,” the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts presents the first comprehensive look at Lewis’s work and ideals. The Abstract Expressionist painter was a proponent of African American social consciousness and a champion of Harlem’s burgeoning art community from the 1930s to the 1970s, when he passed away. The traveling exhibition was curated by Ruth Fine, who recently retired from the National Gallery of Art in DC. “As soon as I became aware that Ruth was working on this project and that PAFA could possibly mount the exhibition, I moved forward,” says PAFA Director Harry Philbrick. “It’s perfect for us; we have a deep commitment to African American artists and a strong instinct to champion underrecognized artists.” There are so many avenues to travel when approaching Lewis’s work: colorful, detailed narrative paintings that often went unnoticed in the shadow of contemporaries such as Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning, Caucasian Abstract Expressionists whose exhibitions were welcomed into galleries with open arms and avid press. “It seems clear that limitations placed on artists of color impacted a general awareness of Lewis’s contributions to Abstract
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Expressionism and to the art of his period in general, since his contribution is larger than to Abstract Expressionism alone,” says Fine, pointing to “Stone and Metal,” a series of little-known lithographs and etchings. “We hope to expand appreciation of Lewis’s art by including both paintings and a variety of works on paper that convey the breadth and quality of his vision.” Putting a finger on that vision is what gives the PAFA presentation its title, as Lewis explored the procession ritual as one of both celebration (parades and carnivals) and fear (Ku Klux Klan marches). While the catalog for “Procession” portrays that duality through modes of representation and abstraction, Lewis’s aesthetic, Fine states, was about activism and how it got spelled out in his work and his life. “Lewis’s writings and archives make it clear he did not want to be pigeonholed,” says Fine. “His art is composed of several motifs and manners of development, each with its own character. Together they create a fabric of incredible richness in which the city, nature, music, rituals, and civil rights are addressed over time.” Through April 3, 2016. Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, 118–128 N. Broad St., 215-972-7600; pafa.org PS
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Carnivale II, by Norman Lewis, 1962. below: The artist, circa 1975.
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CULTURE Spotlight Liz Callaway sings in the Philly Pops concert The Carole King Songbook, based on the musical Beautiful.
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PHILLY POPS CELEBRATES CAROLE ING. BY LUCY VAN ELLIS AND PAULINA ISAAC The hotly anticipated Carole King musical Beautiful doesn’t arrive in Philadelphia until the spring, but fans of the iconic performer can experience her most memorable music in a whole new way with the Philly Pops concert The Carole King Songbook. “I wore out my eight-track of Tapestry in my 1971 Eldorado,” says Pops CEO and President Frank Giordano. King was one of the most prolific singer-songwriters of the ’60s and ’70s, and her bestselling album Tapestry is the orchestral focus of the performance, which features Tony-nominated vocalist Liz Callaway. Expect King’s top hits, like “You’ve Got a Friend” and “It’s Too Late,” and equally popular pieces she composed in collaboration with artists such as Aretha Franklin, the Carpenters, and The Drifters. February 5–7
at Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. 300 S. Broad St., 215-893-1999; phillypops.com PS
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Penned by award-winning Philly playwright Bruce Graham (ABOVE), Funnyman explores the plight of a man struggling to preserve his legacy as both a comedian and a parent. The story follows a vaudeville actor in 1950s New York City trying to revive a role while managing a distraught daughter after uncomfortable truths are revealed about her childhood. January 14–March 6 at the Arden Theatre Company. 40 N. Second St., 215-9228900; ardentheatre.org
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REEL LOVE Following his spectacular performance for the papal visit this September, Grammy and Academy Award– nominated classical singer Andrea Bocelli (LEFT) returns to Philly to celebrate Hollywood. The Italian tenor will be singing pieces from his newest album, Cinema, a dreamy ode to the best movie music. December 12 at Wells Fargo Center. 3601 S. Broad St., 215-3363600; wellsfargo centerphilly.com
Isabel Leonard and Nathan Gunn in Cold Mountain.
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Opera Philadelphia’s newest show is a contemporary work pulled from the pages of Charles Frazier’s award-winning 1997 novel, Cold Mountain. The story is set during the Civil War and follows W.P. Inman, a wounded Confederate soldier who deserts the army in the hopes of making it back home to his beloved Ada Monroe. Check out preview events for the show on January 26 and 27 at the Kimmel Center. February 5, 7, 10, 12, and 14 at the Academy of Music. 240 S. Broad St., 215-893-1999; operaphila.org
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Kaffe Fassett has textile fans in stitches at a new exhibit.
The Michener Art Museum turns to textiles for its new exhibit “Blanket Statements.” The display of 35 quilts includes vibrant works from artist Kaffe Fassett (LEFT), a London-based American artist who counts Barbra Streisand and Shirley MacLaine as collectors. There are local works, too, including “a number of quilts that were pieced together in Bucks County
and add an exciting dimension to the exhibition,” says curator Kirsten Jensen. The Michener will also be displaying mixed-media pieces by contemporary Philadelphia artist Virgil Marti, who is known for his popculture references and flair for fabrics. November 14–February 21, 138 S. Pine St., Doylestown, 215-340-9800; michenermuseum.org
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Building Blocks When Larry Korman was a boy, he sometimes drove his family a little crazy. While the rest of the household slept soundly, Korman often grew restless thinking about the layout of his home and how to improve it. Unable to sleep, he’d get out of bed and start working, and by morning the family would awaken to find the furniture rearranged or the closets newly organized. Larry, of course, would be beaming with pride. “Design has always been in my blood,” Korman says while seated in an elegantly appointed suite at AKA Rittenhouse Square, one of his flagship extended-stay properties. “It’s an art, really.” It should come as no surprise that this particular passion is in Korman’s DNA. In 1966 his father, Steven Korman, began building furnished, short-term lease apartments in Philadelphia to serve as an alternative to traditional hotels. Korman was riveted by his father’s work, often spending entire weekends visiting the properties and exploring every last corner and crevice. “I was fascinated by real estate and had this deep appreciation for the fact that this was where people lived,” says Korman, who started working for his father at the age of 10. “This was where they spent their lives. Eating, bathing, raising a family. That was so interesting to me.” continued on page 62
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Now, nearly five decades later, Korman has transformed that boyhood passion into a real estate empire as co-CEO of Korman Communities and president of AKA, a collection of luxury extended-stay residences he launched in 2005. And while AKA operates in premier locales like New York City, Beverly Hills, and London, nothing excites Korman quite as much as his Philadelphia properties. “I travel all over the world, and I still find the people in Philadelphia to be the friendliest, most real people you will ever meet,” says Korman. “There’s a spirit to this city unlike any other. I love it.” In addition to AKA Rittenhouse Square, Korman is thrilled to introduce AKA Washington Square, a selection of luxe extended-stay residences located in the Korman Communities property The Franklin. “People will be having afternoon tea on a second-story patio overlooking Ninth and Chestnut streets. There will be a water feature in the lobby along with a vodka bar and whiskey vault. And A nighttime view of AKA University City. below: The design for a living room in the upcoming luxury residences.
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there will be live music every night of the week. Nothing like this exists in Philadelphia right now.” Then, in spring or summer 2016, Korman will unveil another expansion of the AKA brand—luxury residences inside the FMC Tower at Cira Centre South in University City. He says the project—dubbed AKA University City and undertaken as a partnership with Brandywine Realty Trust—will be “luxury living not defined anywhere else in the country.” The 49-story tower, which will rise more than 700 feet above the ground, will house 268 luxury units, some of which will be extended-stay executive suites, as well as a 28th floor boasting 14-foot ceilings, a 72-foot lap pool, a two-tier movie theater, a cutting-edge 3-D IMAX golf simulator, and an expansive terrace overlooking the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Schuylkill River, and the skyline. “This will be the ne plus ultra in architecture, design, and amenities,” says Korman of University City. “And it’s going to be open to all of West Philadelphia to enjoy. We’re calling this the city’s ‘Sixth Square.’ This hasn’t been defined before because the river has traditionally been a cutoff for this type of development, which has left West Philly untapped. But that’s going to change.” It wasn’t always self-evident that Philadelphia, which lacks the obvious cachet of cities like New York and Los Angeles, would be an ideal location to headquarter a project like AKA. Korman says it took many years to convince investors that the City of Brotherly Love was ready for his vision of luxe living. But now, Korman attests, the hidden potential of his hometown has finally taken hold. “There’s no question that this city is up there with any major city in the world,” says Korman. “I don’t know exactly when it all came together, but those of us who believed in this city—like Brian Roberts, who made the bold move to keep Comcast here—we stuck it out. Philadelphia may be a late bloomer, but the city is truly blossoming.” stayaka.com PS
Core Values Through a partnership with Drexel University, Larry Korman is inspiring the next generation of hospitality leaders. philadelphia holds a special place in larry Korman’s heart, which means he’s passionate about making an impact on the city. to that end, this year Korman teamed up with Drexel University to launch the Korman Fellowship program, which provides students with a two-year cooperative education experience at aKa’s philadelphia properties. When guests enter the lobby at aKa Rittenhouse square, they may be greeted by Drexel undergrads Kiki liu and Zach perera, this year’s inaugural fellows, who are working behind the lobby’s main desk and have also been involved with the planning and development of aKa University city, the luxury tower where they will also work once it opens in spring or summer 2016. “there are so many reasons this is a great city, but one of them is because of how much people get involved in its future,” says Korman, whose grandfather and greatuncle both graduated from Drexel. “this is an exciting program that’s going to help identify and prepare future hospitality leaders right here in philadelphia.”
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charity reGiSter Opportunities to Give. THE LEMON BALL Join Alex’s Lemonade Stand for its 10th annual Lemon Ball. The event will celebrate Alexandra Scott’s legacy and draw awareness to childhood cancer through a night of dining, entertainment, and dancing. Highlights of the evening include a silent auction and inspiring stories from childhood cancer patients and survivors. When: saturday, January 16, at 6:30 pm Where: philadelphia marriott downtown. 1201 market st., 215-625-2900 contact: alexslemonade.org
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Mettle of Honor After being honored by the White house this summer, Emily ramEr-Golin off gets reAdy for her nonprofit’s AnnuAl gAlA With A reneWed sense of purpose. by marni prichard manko Last summer, Emily Kramer-Golinkoff was vacationing in Italy with her family when she got a call. But it wasn’t any ordinary phone call. It was from the White House. And she missed it. “I mean, I have to miss the one call you don’t want to miss?” laughs the 30-year-old founder of Emily’s Entourage, a local organization dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the genetic lung disease cystic fibrosis (CF), which she has had for most of her life. Kramer-Golinkoff eventually got in touch with the White House and learned that she had been named one of nine Champions of Change for Precision Medicine for the work she’s doing through Emily’s Entourage. “When the White House recognizes the work that your organization is doing, it’s the ultimate validation,” she says. That she was honored by the president isn’t shocking to anyone who knows Kramer-Golinkoff: The Main Line native has been battling a rare mutation of CF—a disease which is rare in and of itself—since childhood. But despite only having 35 percent lung capacity and spending three to four hours a day on treatments that help her breathe, Emily has accomplished what many healthy people merely strive for. With a master’s degree in bioethics from the University of Pennsylvania, she now works at Penn’s Social Media and Health Innovation Lab and has speaking engagements on the subject of patient advocacy around the country. And while she finds
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that work to be life affirming, she hopes her efforts with Emily’s Entourage will be life saving. Emily’s Entourage started four years ago with a simple homemade video about Kramer-Golinkoff’s plight. She and her family e-mailed the clip to friends and family in the hopes of raising $50,000 within one year; they raised it in a week. Today, the organization has brought in over $1.5 million, spearheaded well-respected scientific symposiums, and hosted annual galas where the newest video is debuted every year. This year’s event is set for December 5 at The Baldwin School in Bryn Mawr. While the organization is committed to increasing awareness, its main purpose is to fast-track new treatments and find a cure for rare mutations of CF, like Kramer-Golinkoff’s. There are roughly 1,900 different forms of the disease, so very limited research funds are dedicated to unusual cases. With the median life expectancy of someone with CF being just 41, Kramer-Golinkoff has literally no time to waste. “It’s a progressive disease, so we are working against a scary timeline. We’re trying to use my story to humanize the disease,” she says of her fundraising tactics. “People really respond to faces and stories and families in a way that’s different. There are so many important causes out there, but we can touch people’s hearts by making them feel like I could be anyone’s daughter or sister or best friend.” emilysentourage.org/gala PS
Hailed as “how Philadelphia solves its NYE hangover,” Hair O’ The Dog is the perfect mash-up of philanthropy with the glam club scene. This year, the event will support Thon Weekend, Penn State’s annual dance marathon, in its fght against childhood cancer. When: saturday, January 16 Where: the Crystal tea room. 100 penn sq. e., 215-627-5100 contact: hairothedog.com
ACADEMY OF MUSIC 159TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT & BALL Support the preservation of the “Grand Old Lady of Locust Street,” one of Philadelphia’s most splendid historic landmarks. The gala will feature a performance by The Philadelphia Orchestra, conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin, followed by dinner and dancing. When: saturday, January 23, at 7:30 pm Where: Academy of music. 240 s. broad st., 215-893-1999 contact: philorch.org
BLACK TIE TAILGATE Hosted by the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation, this black-tie cocktail party/auto show raises funds for the Division of Neurology at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. When: friday, January 29, at 7 pm Where: pennsylvania Convention Center. 1101 Arch st., 215-418-4700 contact: phillyautoshow.com
PHILADELPHIA HEART BALL The American Heart Association’s annual gala has brought awareness to cardiovascular illnesses for more than 59 years. The Heart Ball will feature dinner, auctions, and entertainment. When: saturday, february 6, at 6 pm Where: philadelphia marriott downtown. 1201 market st., 215-625-2900 contact: philadelphiaheartball.heart.org
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PHILLY-BORN ACTOR AND PHILANTHROPIST RICHARD GERE RETURNED HOME TO HONOR THE DALAI LAMA FOR THE 2015 LIBERTY MEDAL. BY JESSICA GREEN
Richard Gere at the 2015 Liberty Medal Ceremony at the National Constitution Center.
Following his recent stop in Philadelphia to promote his movie Time Out of Mind, Richard Gere returned to the city to attend the 2015 Liberty Medal Ceremony honoring the Dalai Lama at the National Constitution Center. Despite the Dalai Lama’s cancellation due to medical reasons, Gere still participated in the event, along with Thupten Jinpa, the principal English translator for the Dalai Lama, and Dr. Richie Davidson, the founder and chair of the Mind and Life Institute, who accepted the award on his behalf.
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Heather Thomson and Jonathan Schindler Cori Belfiore, Moss Santiago, Denise Deleon, and Samantha Marinaro
THE THIRD ANNUAL NIGHT of Wigs and Wishes was held at Lucien’s Manor in Berlin, New Jersey, to benefit Friends Are By Your Side, a nonprofit organization that works with hair salons to provide free wigs to women and children undergoing chemotherapy. Guests enjoyed a cocktail hour with light bites, live entertainment including fire dancers, and an auction, followed by a decadent full-course meal, complete with desserts from Platinum House of Sweets, and an afterparty featuring a performance by American Idol alum Ruben Studdard.
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THE 19TH ANNUAL Concours d’Elegance was held on
the historic grounds of Radnor Hunt in Chester County. Auto enthusiasts from around the country checked out cars by Packard and Alfa Romeo, as well as BMW motorcycles, police motorcycles, and record-breaking racing motorcycles, then stopped by the Audi and Philadelphia Style VIP tent. Proceeds from the event went to the Thorncroft Equestrian Center and Boy Scouts of America. Cyndi and Mike McCann
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Mark Nicoletti and Lauren Bushby with Celeste and Peter Madden
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PHASION PHEST STYLISH LOCALS FILLED the Shops at Liberty Place for the 22nd annual Phasion Phest, themed Fashion Cafﾃｩ. The event kicked off with a cocktail reception, where guests were able to bid on luxury items while sipping Skinny Girl cocktails and munching on light bites. The reception was followed by a runway show featuring local retailers and their new looks for the fall and winter seasons. Maya Rochefort and Keyana Neal
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LAGOS SOIRﾃ右 new Black Caviar collection, the Lagos jewelry brand held an intimate soirﾃｩe at its Center City location. Guests got a first look at the new pieces while enjoying Champagne, caviar from a.bar, and sweets from Classic Cake. As an added touch, fashion illustrator Denise Fike created portraits of guests.
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DIVINE LORRAINE GROUNDBREAKING MAYOR MICHAEL A. NUTTER led a groundbreaking ceremony for the redevelopment of the historic Divine Lorraine hotel on North Broad Street. EB Realty Management Corporation and Procida Funding Advisors are leading the project, which will feature 109 apartments and 20,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space when complete, adding to the revitalization of the Broad Street corridor.
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Roberto Rodriguez, Bill Alesker, and David Farabaugh
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NICOLE MILLER THE SIXTH ANNUAL Nicole Miller Philadelphia XIX Most Fashionable Women Awards were held at XIX restaurant inside the Hyatt at the Bellevue. The gala, held in tandem with the weeklong Philadelphia Collection fashion event, honored Ellen Yin, cofounder and co-owner of High Street Hospitality Group, for her success, style, and philanthropy work. The event raised money for Yin’s charities of choice, including the Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative, The Food Trust, and the Magee Rehabilitation Hospital.
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Holly Porter, Lee Kernen, and Lizz Vo
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PA BALLET OPENING THE PENNSYLVANIA BALLET kicked off its 52nd season with its
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A formidAble nAme in Philly’s restAurAnt scene, EllEn Yin tAlks About exPAnding high street, refining fork, And cArrying on After A chAllenging yeAr. by ken alan Busy is an understatement when describing the dayto-day life of Ellen Yin. This year Wine Enthusiast magazine recognized her Rittenhouse Square a.kitchen+bar with an “America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants” rating. In 2014, Bon Appétit named High Street on Market number 2 on its “The Hot Ten: The Best New Restaurants in America” list. They are both fitting accolades for this visionary who helped to pioneer Philly’s farm-to-table movement with Fork, a contemporary American restaurant that has been an Old City staple since it opened in 1997. Despite being a breakthrough year, 2015 was a trying one for Yin and her business partner, chef Eli Kulp. In May, Kulp sustained a spinal cord injury that left him paralyzed, a result of the Amtrak train derailment in Philadelphia that killed eight people
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Roasted Long Island Duck is a favored dish on Ellen Yin’s new “terrior menu” at Fork.
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Helm Philly’s hip Kensington section became even cooler when well-traveled chefs Kevin D’Egidio and Mike Griffiths opened Helm here in March. This hyper-seasonal BYOB is featuring family-style, multi-course tastings for four patrons or more; parties of three or less can select from the restaurant’s distinctive à la carte menu. Those considering this little New American gem for New Year’s Eve should book now—Helm has just 34 seats. 1305 n. Fifth st., 215-309-2211; helmphilly.com
and injured nearly 200 more. In July, Yin hosted a benefit that raised more than $130,000 to help with Kulp’s medical expenses. The veteran restaurateur and the young chef, who was named one of Food & wine’s Best New Chefs in 2014, joined forces to create High Street Hospitality Group in early 2014 and have been unstoppable in Philadelphia: Together they oversee the three aforementioned restaurants along with a.bar, a dusky corner cocktail spot. The duo is building on this success with the launch of their first project outside Philly. High Street on Hudson, situated in New York City’s West Village, will bring Market’s contemporary country-style café vibe to the Big Apple just in time for the holidays. Here in Philly, attention is focused on preparing for the holiday rush. At Fork (215-625-9425) the stylish dining room with its open kitchen now features not a tasting menu but a “terrior menu,” according to Yin. “Today’s diner has become so sophisticated we have to be committed to that discerning tier,” she says. Soil, topography, and climate are captured in chef John Patterson’s locally sourced orchestrations of six courses or more. A cloud of ravioli holds a fluff of chicken liver mousse with pickled rhubarb amid a pond of ginger broth. Roasted Long Island duck breast pairs perfectly with char-kissed leaks, onions,
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and blackberries, all bedded over smoked oats and Marcona almonds. Adjoining Fork, High Street on Market (215625-0988) exudes a neighborly welcome—not to mention the aromas of Alex Bois’ handcrafted breads and bagels intermingled with Rival Bros. coffees. The restaurant’s breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus have lured locals and visitors alike to High Street, as have Saturday and Sunday à la carte brunches, where the two-hands-required pastrami and hash sandwich has become legend on Instagram. So, too, have the breadboard’s satisfying slices, spreads, and jams. Across town, a.kitchen (215-825-7030) —which Yin likens to “a Parisian boîte; minimalist but sophisticated”—continues to create exceptional plates. Here, Chef de Cuisine Jon Nodler works magic on his coal-burning grill, turning out dishes such as the Nebrodini mushrooms served on a bed of sunchoke- and cashew-studded wild rice. Across the lobby, in a.bar (215-825-7035), head bartender Dan Hamm pours his six-weekinfused Nocino cocktail—homemade green walnut liqueur spiced with nutmeg, cinnamon, and green coriander—like Christmas in a snifter. Yin is looking forward to a new year—and Kulp’s continued recovery. She says with a smile, “He’s my driving force within High Street Hospitality Group.” highstreethospitality.com PS
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MAKE A NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION TO VISIT THESE ANTICIPATED EATERIES. BY ADAM ERACE Late 2015 into early 2016 is going to be a whirlwind not only of holiday activity, but also of new restaurant openings. We’re asking Santa for gift cards to charmers like The Little Bird Bakery & Café off South Street, where Jessica Nolen of Brauhaus Schmitz bakes breakfast pastries and pies paired with Counter Culture coffee, and Michael Schulson’s Double Knot, where chef Kevin Yanaga (formerly of Izakaya in AC) will be crafting sushi and robata in an underground dining room. Longtime South Philadelphia Tap Room and American Sardine Bar chef Scott Schroeder has open-all-day Hungry Pigeon teed up for Fabric Row with baker and business partner Pat O’Malley. And let’s not forget about Beefsteak, megawatt DC chef José Andrés’ veg-centric, fast-casual spot at Penn. Perhaps he’s testing the market for a branch of his upscale restaurant The Bazaar at Broad Street’s forthcoming SLS Hotel. PS
The mustard soup at Noord is spiked with caviar.
This year, Hennessy marks its 250th anniversary with the Hennessy 250 Collector Blend, the apex of its legacy line. Bottled in a Baccarat-crafted vessel, the $600 elixir is “the culmination of Master Blender Yann Fillioux’s career,” according to Möet Hennessy USA brand manager Frank Larrazaleta. “Cognac lovers have been acting quickly to purchase a piece of history.” And there are more fans than ever: In the past year, both the demand and value for cognac has grown, particularly in the US, where brown spirits are enjoying renewed interest. When you decide to open the 250 Collector Blend, it’s best served neat, over ice, or with a splash of water. Fine Wine & Good Spirits, multiple locations; fine wineandgoodspirits.com
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BEYOND THE BASKET This Christmas or Hanukkah wouldn’t be like last year, you promised yourself. So you started holiday gift shopping back in August. You were prepared. But then you forgot to get something for Aunt Elma. When last-minute gift emergencies happen, fall back on food. Local outfits like Di Bruno Bros. (dibruno.com) go beyond old-fashion baskets mummified in cellophane to create culinary treasure chests—like its Beer Lover’s Cheese Collection. For carnivores, Rastelli’s (rastellimarket.com) mails gift-wrapped packages of its famous steaks across the country, while The Tubby Olive (thetubby olive.com) creates “Gift Tubs” filled with bottles of extra-virgin olive oil and exotic balsamic vinegars.
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THERE ARE FEW THINGS in life as decadent as caviar—and no better time to treat yourself than the holidays. Lacroix (210 W. Rittenhouse Sq., 215-790-2533; lacroixrestaurant.com) serves caviar with classic accoutrements as part of its Sunday brunch. Frothy roe emulsion evokes the surf at Townsend (1623 E. Passyunk Ave., 267-639-3203; townsendrestaurant.com), where it pools with seaweed butter against seared scallops, while Joncarl Lachman at Noord (1046 Tasker St., 267-909-9704; noordphilly.com) harnesses its brininess as a foil for silky mustard soup. At VolvŽr (300 S. Broad St., 215-670-2302; philadelphia. volverrestaurant.com), Jose Garces’ bowl of “Dippin’ Dots” pairs caviar with beads of beet and horseradish.
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Spice Up Your Life Forget seasonal standbys like the hot toddy and warm up this winter with philly’s most Fragrant new cocktails. by brian freedman
In a PInch
Flavor profiles of winter’s most aromatic cocktail accompaniments. Allspice What it is:
unripe, dried berry of the pimenta dioica tree. Flavor/serving notes:
often reminds its fans of other spices like cinnamon and cloves. put to delicious use in bing bing dim sum’s tiger style pitcher.
cArdAmom What it is:
a seed-based spice, and a relatively expensive The Falling Angel cocktail at the Library Bar is made with a cardamom vodka infusion.
one at that. Flavor/serving notes:
perfumed and aromatic, you have to be careful that it doesn’t
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overpower other favors in a cocktail.
clove What it is:
the fower buds of the syzygium aromaticum tree. Flavor/serving notes:
“sweet and smoky,” according to Justin bruno of ashton cigar bar. when infused into vodka, it sings.
Nutmeg What it is:
the seed of the myristica fragrans tree. Flavor/serving notes:
woodsy and savory. excellent when mixed into a rum cocktail or grated on top as a garnish. the Fish house punch at the olde bar is a fne example.
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The cooler months have always called for drinks perfumed with a certain amount of spice. For many, mulled wine was our first introduction, its swirl of cinnamon and nutmeg a comforting reminder that there are certain benefits to winter. Lately, the role of spice has shifted considerably when it comes to how we drink, with contemporary uses far more interesting and inspired than they were in years past. When Justin Bruno at Ashton Cigar Bar (1522 Walnut St., 267-350-0000; ashtoncigarbar.com) crafted the Zanzibar cocktail, for example, he didn’t just name the concoction after the island that is the most significant producer of cloves on the planet. Instead, he took it to heart, infusing Ketel One vodka with them, then mixing the result with yellow Chartreuse, Manuel Acha white vermouth, walnut bitters, and apple-maple syrup. The result is not only delicious but deeply evocative of the season. “The cloves’ sweet and smoky notes instantly bring your senses to a chilly night,” he says. Papi Hurtado, head mixologist of the Library Bar at The Rittenhouse (210 W. Rittenhouse Sq., 215-546-9000; rittenhousehotel.com) also leverages Ketel One’s ability to be infused well with spices—cardamom in this case—in his Falling Angel cocktail. “Cardamom can be a very powerful spice, even in small proportions, and this is a well-balanced infusion in both the vodka and the nectar,” explains Justin Timsit, wine director of The Rittenhouse. He adds, “Hurtado is a master of infusions and has over 20 varieties of house-made nectars and bitters behind the bar. This particular cocktail has a few of the building blocks of a classic cosmopolitan, but with modern infusions and spices more representative of the fall and winter months.” Shawn Darragh, of Bing Bing Dim Sum (1648 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-279-7702; bingbing dimsum.com), uses his menu’s spice components as a jumping-off point for the flavors in his cocktails. “We use so many spices in the kitchen, which gives us access to some really fun things,” he says. “Everything in the restaurant—food and booze—we try to get the most out of all ingredients used.” He is certainly doing that with a number of cocktails on offer, including the Tiger Style Pitcher, crafted from bourbon, an allspice-tamarind dram, oolong tea custom-created for Bing Bing by the standout Green Aisle Grocery, lemon, umeshu, and ginger beer. This season, there are seemingly endless opportunities to experience the new ways our city’s top mixologists are utilizing spice. They may not all be familiar, but their appeal is unmistakable. PS
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wonderful Martin Short, guest artist at the Academy of Music’s 159th Anniversary Concert and Ball, talks about his latest projects and his lifelong love of the symphony. by kristin detterline
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A symphonic music lover since childhood, Martin Short brings showbiz razzle-dazzle to the Academy Concert and Ball.
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hen you think of Martin Short, a few things come to mind. There is the image of the sombrerowearing actor riding a horse in the desert with fellow funnymen Chevy Chase and Steve Martin in Three Amigos. There are the Saturday Night Live characters he brought to life, like bespectacled celebrity interviewer Jiminy Glick and Wheel of Fortune superfan Ed Grimley. Broadway enthusiasts will remember his Tony Award–winning turn as the lead in Little Me. And anyone who even occasionally catches a latenight talk show will recall at least one of his countless appearances opposite Carson, Letterman, Fallon, Kimmel, and the rest. Yet the common thread running through these defining performances—besides Short’s effortless comedic skill—may be something so subtle you didn’t even notice it: his voice. “I’ll be at the airport, wearing sunglasses and a hat, and just ask someone for a newspaper, and
heads will turn around because people recognize my voice,” says Short, who mentions that he recently had a layover at Philadelphia International Airport. “It’s kind of fascinating…. It’s something about the pattern of voice and the use of phrasing.” To suggest that Short is best known for his elocution is certainly not meant to downplay his incredible achievements. For four decades, he has embodied the sort of showbiz razzle-dazzle that hardly exists in Hollywood today. He acts. He sings. He dances. He has starred in Broadway musicals and one-man shows. He writes and produces. In 2014 he became a New York Times best-selling author for his memoir, I Must Say: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend. Short’s singular showmanship means he’s guaranteed to command the stage when he appears as the special guest artist at the Academy of Music 159th Anniversary Concert and Ball on January 23. Philadelphia’s only white-tie gala, the Academy Ball, now in its 59th year, has become one of the most successful fundraising events in the coun-
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Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Academy of Music. BY KRISTIN DETTERLINE
The Academy of Music opened on January 26, 1857, and is the oldest opera house in the United States that’s still used for its original purpose. Known as “The Grand Old Lady of Locust Street,” the venue, designated a National Historic Landmark in 1963 and owned by The Philadelphia Orchestra Association, remains Philadelphia’s consummate hostess to this day. The first Concert and Ball was held in 1957 on the 100th anniversary of the Academy’s opening—an event that Adele Schaeffer, chairman of the Academy’s board of trustees, recalls fondly. “I went to the first one with my parents,” she says. “Generation after generation, people attend. It’s a family legacy event.” The Academy Ball is the primary event supporting the building’s preservation projects, and not surprisingly, upkeep on the Grand Old Lady is endless. Over the years, the ballroom has been renovated (its design was inspired by the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles), the 5,000-pound crystal chandelier (PICTURED) was sent to France to be cleaned, and some exterior surfaces have been replaced. But the Herculean fundraising efforts are worth it, says Schaeffer. “We have hosted US presidents and
Yannick Nézet-Séguin leads The Philadelphia Orchestra. LEFT, FROM TOP: Al Pacino; violinist Simone Porter; Jill Scott.
international dignitaries. In the future, we will continue to be home to captivating performances and world premieres.”
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“I’m very aware of why I’m here— to entertain and to work with the symphony, not apart from the symphony.” ÑMARTIN SHORT
try thanks in part to its guest artists over the past decade, an impressive list that includes Sting, Billy Joel, Hugh Jackman, Diana Krall, and Yo-Yo Ma. Prince Charles and his wife, Camilla, attended in 2007. Last year Al Pacino dazzled with a monologue from Shakespeare’s Richard III and poetry by E.E. Cummings. But what all of these dynamic artists share is a passion for orchestral music. “I’m very aware of why I’m here,” says Short, who has also appeared with the Boston Pops and the Portland Symphony Orchestra. “I’m here to entertain and to work with the symphony, not apart from the symphony.” Short’s keen awareness of the collaborative spirit of the concert—and, in a larger sense, of symphonic music—comes from his parents. He grew up in a small town outside Toronto, where his mother was concertmistress with the Hamilton Symphony Orchestra and his father was its president. Short recalls watching his mother “practice five hours a day during the season” and, even more impressive, attending his frst concert. “I was 5 years old the frst time I went to the symphony,” he says. “I couldn’t get over this incredible sound that was happening live, not from speakers or a phonograph. The symphony has a really special place in my heart.” The respect is mutual. “To work with a performer of his caliber, who will share comedy, song, and dance with us, will create a truly memorable evening,” says Philadelphia Orchestra conductor Yannick NézetSéguin, now in his fourth year of conducting the anniversary concert. “When his performance versatility combines with the outstanding musicianship of The Philadelphia Orchestra, we will create electricity on the stage.” Short hopes to bring that same electricity to his new projects in 2016. He is readying a TV series with a sketch/variety feel (on which he’ll be both a writer and performer) that joins NBC’s prime-time lineup in the spring. He will also go out on the road with actor, musician, and friend Steve Martin in their show An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life, a mix of music and comedy. Short says it’s the breadth of his work that inspires him these days. “When you’re starting out, the motivation is to pay the rent,” he says. “It’s trickier when you reach a point in your career where you don’t have to worry about that. It can put even more pressure on you. My job is constantly exhilarating, but what enhances that is the variety of things.” While Short won’t disclose the details of the Academy performance, he hints that the concert may include some banter with Nézet-Séguin and perhaps even the score to Three Amigos. He mentions getting the audience involved and interacting with the orchestra: “This will be a very loose, fun evening…. You want to pull the audience in. I want to make the concert feel like a party.” PS
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The Academy Ball promises Philadelphia fashion at its fnest. by marni prichard manko
As the year’s ultimate see-and-beseen society event, the Academy Ball is a veritable fashion extravaganza. But for local designers and retailers, it’s not just about helping attendees fnd the perfect dress. It’s also about ensuring that none of Philly’s most fashionable ladies show up in the same gown. Quelle horreur! Mary Dougherty, owner of Philly’s Nicole Miller shops, has dressed at least 60 women for the Academy Ball, including Midge Rendell and Sharon Pinkenson, and she has it down to a science. “Because we privately own and operate the two Nicole Miller Philadelphia stores, we track every gown women buy for the event. We will only sell one style of a dress for the Academy Ball or any major event in the city—even high school prom.” The sales staff at the Main Line’s Saks Fifth Avenue take the same approach. “If one of our clients chooses something for the ball, the frst thing we do is ask the buyers how many of those gowns were purchased by Saks and other retailers,” says Annette Malandra, director of the Fifth Avenue Club. “We let the client know about other retailers and the cities that have the gown. If there is more than one dress in Saks, we transfer the dress to the West Coast until after the ball.” Some of the most favored designers over the years have included J. Mendel, Oscar de la Renta, and Carolina Herrera. But some ladies aren’t willing to take any chances and instead choose to have a gown handmade for them by a custom dressmaker, such as Irina Sigal. “We have designed all types of gowns using every type of fabric you can think of,” Sigal says. But don’t wait too long. According to Dougherty, some women start shopping for next year’s gown the day after the ball: “Sometimes when you fnd the perfect gown, you have to jump on the opportunity.”
top: Sisters Nicole and Gina Longo arrive, followed by Merrill Lynch’s Steve Sader. above: Scenes from the Academy Ball: Samuel M.V. Hamilton III, Suzette Strayer, Samantha Ohren, and Crawford Hamilton. left: John Paz and Rachel Moore, wearing a gorgeous Oscar de la Renta gown.
out of the woods As winter blankets the city, Philadelphia’s fine jewelry houses are releasing elegant designs with whimsical motifs of birds, butterflies, and blossoms to inspire holiday dressing and usher in a sense of spring. photography by jeff crawford styling by casey trudeau prop styling by elizabeth osborne for halley resources
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Darling Buds
clockwise from left: Gold and diamond Venetian quatrefoil dome ring, David Yurman ($6,500). King of Prussia Mall, 610-265-6370; davidyurman.com. 18k white-gold, 6.73-carat natural yellow diamonds, and 1.63-carat
white diamond platinum engagement ring, Bernie Robbins Couture Collection (price on request). 200 N. Sycamore St., Newtown, 215-579-8224; bernierobbins.com. 18k white-gold Oiseaux de Paradis earrings, Van Cleef & Arpels ($79,000). The Mall at Short Hills, 973-379-1800; vancleefarpels.com. 18k white-gold and 2.12-carat bezel-set diamond Swirl ring, Bernie Robbins Collection ($6,450). see above. Brentwood Landscape wallpaper ($1,470 per panel), Stark. Marketplace Design Center, 2400 Market St., No. 203, 215-569-1311; starkcarpet.com
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18k white-gold and 30-carat round and rose-cut scalloped diamond lattice bracelet, Golden Nugget ($39,000). 800 Chestnut St., 215-925-2777; goldennuggetjewelry.com. 18k white-gold, tsavorite, blue sapphire, and opal tassel earrings, Wendy Yue (price on request). Neiman Marcus, King of Prussia Mall, 610-962-6200; neimanmarcus.com. 18k white-gold and 1.08-carat round brilliant diamond Flora ring, Gucci ($5,850). Benari Jewelers, 3606 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, 610-355-1800; benarijewelers.com. Orchard Blossom wallpaper ($190 per roll), Nina Campbell. Osborne & Little; osborneandlittle.com
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Butterfly Effect
14k rose-gold and .83-carat diamond smoky topaz ring, Luvente ($2,450). Bernie Robbins Jewelers, 507 New Road, Somers Point, NJ, 609-927-4848; bernierobbins.com. The Voronoi collection 18k rose-gold and .26-carat round brilliant diamond necklace ($3,320) and 18k rose-gold and .86-brilliant diamond butterfly ring, Mattioli ($9,480). Benari Jewelers, 3606 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, 610-355-1800; benarijewelers.com. Waves hand-painted wallpaper on a gold tea leaf background, Gracie ($1,650). graciestudio.com
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Light as a Feather
18k white-gold and 1.09-carat white diamond feather ring, Casato ($3,650). Bernie Robbins Jewelers, 507 New Road, Somers Point, NJ, 609-927-4848; bernierobbins.com. 18k white-gold earrings featuring 7.48 carats of pavé white diamonds set in an inverted tear-drop, from the signature collection, Govberg Jewelers ($22,180). 65 St. James Pl., Ardmore, 610-664-1715; govbergwatches.com. Moss Blossoms hand-painted Chinese scene on a green silk background, Gracie ($1,425). graciestudio.com
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all that glitters
18k white-gold and 3.43-ctw Bubble earrings, A.Link for Forevermark ($12,000). Morton and Rudolph Jewelers, 1900 Rte. 70 E., Cherry Hill, 856-424-1101; mortonandrudolph.com. Sterling silver pendant, Lagos ($290). 1735 Walnut St., 215-567-0770; lagos.com. 18k white-gold and diamond ring, Van Cleef & Arpels ($38,000). The Mall at Short Hills, 973-379-1800; vancleefarpels.com. Madras wallpaper in dusty pink ($220 per roll), Cole & Son. Lee Jofa, The Witherspoon Building, 130 S. Juniper St., Ste. 303, 215-567-6455; leejofa.com
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leaves of grass
Sterling silver necklace, Lagos ($1,250). 1735 Walnut St., 215-567-0770; lagos.com. 18k white-gold and diamond topaz and emerald New Romantic earrings, Ralph Lauren ($35,000). King of Prussia Mall, 610-768-8863; ralphlaurenwatches.com. 18k white-gold and diamond Ivory Sky Collection ring, Doves ($2,566). Morton and Rudolph Jewelers, 1900 Rte. 70 E., Cherry Hill, 856-424-1101; mortonandrudolph.com. Madras wallpaper in dusty pink ($220 per roll), Cole & Son. Lee Jofa, The Witherspoon Building, 130 S. Juniper St., Ste. 303, 215-567-6455; leejofa.com
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18k yellow- and white-gold diamond and emerald bamboo satin ring, Roberto Coin ($3,000). Saks Fifth Avenue, 2 Bala Plaza, Bala Cynwyd, 610-667-1550; saks.com. Gold and diamond Venetian quatrefoil single-row cuffs, David Yurman ($6,500 each). King of Prussia Mall, 610-265-6370; davidyurman.com. Golden, champagne, and white diamond, opal, and tsavorite rubellite dragonfly ring, Wendy Yue ($5,940). Neiman Marcus, King of Prussia Mall, 610-962-6200; neimanmarcus.com. Waves hand-painted wallpaper on a gold tea leaf background, Gracie ($1,650). graciestudio.com
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The Back Room is the power lunch spot for international billionaires looking to buy eight-figure properties at One57.
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New York is home to more billionaires than any other city on the planet—a whopping 78 men and women who can claim a 10-figure net worth. Even the world’s richest man— Bill Gates—keeps a pied-à-terre here, at Trump World Tower. So where do the city’s ultimate one-percenters like to dine, shop, and experience New York at its finest? Check out our suggestions below. powEr BrEakfaSt
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Make like a boldfacer and snag a window seat at The Regency Bar & Grill (212-339-4050; regencybarandgrill.com), a power-crowd favorite owned by the billionaire Tisch family.
Tory Burch, one of the city’s few female billionaires, likes to meet friends for coffee and artful cappuccinos at Bottega del Vino (212-223-3028; bottega delvinonyc.com) and for pretty sweet treats at Ladurée on Madison Avenue (646-558-3157; laduree.com).
UltimatE BUSinESS lUnch The Back Room (212-897-2188; thebackroomone57.com) is the go-to canteen for international gazillionaires buying eight-figure properties at One57. Try the modern delectables like beet risotto and kale Caesar salad.
Burch a stylish billionaire, holiday shops at cult favorites Kitsuné (212-481-6010; kitsune.fr) and Opening Ceremony (212-219-2688; openingceremony.us), both known for cutting-edge brands.
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ask the expert regena Falling, chief concierge of the Park hyatt new york—anchored in Power tower one57—curates an imPeccable weekend.
For VVIP New York moments, CAA Premium Experience (877-599-1765; caapremium.com) can plan everything from a theater evening with a Broadway actor (and post-show visits with cast members) to cooking classes with one of the city’s celebrity chefs.
Day 1 (evening): A driver will whisk you to Marea (mareanyc.com) or Eleven Madison Park (elevenmadison park.com) to sample the
collEct Gagosian galleries (gagosian.com) on the Upper East Side (212744-2313) and in Chelsea (212-741-1111) are perennial meccas for one-tenth-of-onepercenters broadening their art collections.
BUy For a sumptuous, pampered retail splurge, head to Bergdorf Goodman (212-872-8757; bergdorfgoodman.com) and enlist a personal shopper to take you through this fabled designer emporium. Aerin Lauder, like
exclusive tasting menus, then take you to a VIP table at one of the city’s hottest clubs, like Provocateur (provocateur ny.com) or 1 Oak (1oaknyc
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Take in the action at the city’s newest sporting arena, Barclays Center, in a glam private suite (which can be rented on a nightly or seasonal basis). Loft suites are just 26 rows from all the action on the court. For Islanders’ suites, call 844-33-ISLES; for Nets’ suites, 855-NETS-TIX; barclays.centerbrooklyn.com.
breakfast in bed, then have a bespoke wardrobe consultation from Barneys New York (barneys.com) or Brioni (brioni.com), or a lesson on the world’s best diamonds from Jacob & Co. (jacobandco.com). In the afternoon we’ll arrange for a guide to take you to the city’s top galleries. After a light
inSidEr’S SUnday dinnEr Billionaires who like comfort food, Italian style, head to the Upper East Side and dine at Sette Mezzo (212-4720400), which serves almost as a clubhouse for the likes of Leonard Lauder, the Newhouses, and Henry Kravis.
cryStal palacE Order a signature cocktail, like the Hemingway Daiquiri, in the Grand Salon in the Baccarat Hotel (212-790-8800; baccarathotels.com), a luxe lounge lit by a huge Baccarat chandelier.
supper, you’ll have tickets for an incredible performance at Carnegie Hall (carnegie hall.org). The post-performance cocktail party is an exclusive one—in your suite, where The ultimate 48 hours in New York could include a private helicopter tour of the city, cocktails at the Baccarat Hotel (inset left), and lunch at The Back Room at The Park Hyatt (inset right).
handcrafted cocktails will be designed just for you and your guests. Day 3: Enjoy a Champagne brunch followed by a wine tasting focused on how to enhance your cellar. Then take a helicopter tour of the city, before a car whisks you to Teterboro Airport for a private jet out of the city.
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Finding pHilly
WhirlWind Weekend
Mayor Michael a. nutter’s top destinations for an unforgettable weekend of culture.
The birthplace of America is no longer just a hot spot for history buffs thanks to the city’s acclaimed dining, shopping, and cultural destinations.
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Modeled after Rome’s Pantheon and originally home to a bank, The Ritz-Carlton (215-523-8000; ritzcarlton.com) melds history with luxe hotel amenities. The grand Rotunda lobby bar entertains a mix of guests and locals alike for cocktails and bites. Book the stately Penthouse Suite for unparalleled views of City Hall across the street.
While the main dining room at Volvér (215-670-2302; philadelphia.volver restaurant.com) is a study in pristine plates and sublime service, its plush bar is a hidden gem. Sample one of Volvér’s signature cocktails—the basil chili smash and Nero Manhattan are exemplary sips— alongside a revamped menu that includes shrimp toast and ham tartines.
The epicenter of arts and culture in Philadelphia is the Kimmel Center (215-6702300; kimmelcenter.org). The grande dame of South Broad Street presides over an exhaustive calendar at venues across Center City, from Opera Philadelphia at the historic Academy of Music to The Philadelphia Orchestra in Kimmel’s own Verizon Hall.
Boutique CHiC King of Prussia Mall (610265-5794; simon.com), the largest retail property on the East Coast, is set to unveil 50 more stores next fall. In the meantime, there’s more than enough Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent, and Salvatore Ferragamo to keep you happy. Call on KOP’s personal shopping service (ext. 212) to take you on a dizzying retail tour.
FRame oF mind The ultimate way to experience the more than 3,000 masterpieces at the Barnes Foundation (215-278-7200; barnes foundation.org)—including one of the world’s most notable collections of French Impressionist paintings—is with a private docent tour. Share your interests, like exploring Picasso’s many works, and the Barnes plans your hour-long tour accordingly.
HigHeR gRound The new One Liberty Observation Deck (215-561-3325; philly fromthetop.com) takes the visitor experience from the streets to the skies. The 57th-floor attraction, from the design team behind the 360 Chicago observatory, promises panoramic views of Philadelphia, interactive features, and city-inspired art installations.
gReat esCape The Rittenhouse Spa & Club—Hair by Paul Labrecque (215-790-2500; therittenhousespaclub.com) is an utterly relaxing urban retreat. Step up your skincare with the Vitamin C facial or the 30-minute Express facial (perfect for travelers). For the ultimate body treatment, two therapists perform a finely orchestrated massage during The Quartet.
steak a Claim Known for more than a decade for its $100 wagyu beef cheesesteak, Barclay Prime (215-732-7560; barclayprime.com) on Rittenhouse Square is home to a bounty of bubbly, hefty prime cuts, and an assortment of caviar. After dinner, stop by the lounge, the coolest “library” you will ever have the pleasure of sipping a gin martini in.
For a haute happy hour, head to Volvér for exquisite cocktails.
What are the top things to do this winter? Blue Cross RiverRink, Waterfront Winterfest at Penn’s Landing (delawareriverwaterfront .com), and the Dilworth Park ice-skating rink at City Hall (ccdparks.org/ dilworth-park). Where should a first-time visitor to Philly go? The historic attractions in Old City like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall (visit philly.com), shopping on Walnut and Chestnut Streets, the museum district on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway (parkwaymuseumsdistrict philadelphia.org), and exploring Fairmount Park (phila.gov/parksand recreation). any hidden city gems? A great way to experience Philly is to get out of Center City and visit the neighborhoods, from East Passyunk Avenue in South Philly and University City across the Schuylkill River to the west, to Fishtown/Port Richmond and Manayunk. dining is a big part of the Philly experience. There are just too many innovative, creative restaurants to list here. And there’s always Reading Terminal Market (readingterminalmarket.org) for lots of options under one roof.
photogr¥aphy by Chris Warde-Jones (nutter); daniel Krieger (volvér). opposite page: Courtesy of nbC (Kinney); leigh loftus (first bites); John faier (solarise)
From Independence Hall to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia held the world’s attention during Pope Francis’s two-day visit in September. But it’s the miles in between those iconic landmarks where the heart and soul of Philadelphia can be found: on a bench in one of many bustling city parks, outside a theater on the Avenue of the Arts, or strolling by the shops and restaurants that line Walnut Street.
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chicago Heat Wave From groundbreaking theater to one of the year’s hottest new restaurants, eight ways to turn up the temps this winter in the Windy City.
The wind may be howling down Michigan Avenue, but winter in Chicago is no time to hibernate. The season is set to be sizzling-hot, abuzz with anticipated cultural events and new destinations for fashion, dining, imbibing, and more. If you have 48 hours to spare, get a taste of the excitement with these essential winter experiences. eye-PoPPIng art
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Closed for nearly nine months, the contemporary galleries at the Art Institute of Chicago (312443-3600; artic.edu) reopen with a bang, unveiling the largest gift in the institute’s history: 44 iconic works ranging from Warhol’s Liz #3 (below) to Jasper Johns’s Target with Four Faces. Opens December 13
There’s fashion for days and lines out the door at the Mag Mile’s latest style flagship, as Japanese retailer Uniqlo (uniqlo.com) marks its Midwest debut with a jaw-dropping 60,000square-foot emporium—its second largest in the US.
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Soak It In Sit back, relax, and enjoy a rustic indulgence in the heart of the city at NoMI Spa (312-335-1234; parkchicago.hyatt.com), where for 90 minutes guests can unwind with a body polish and massage featuring Farmhouse Fresh’s festively decadent Bourbon Bubbler, complete with brown sugar and Kentucky whiskey. $200
DrInk Me The ultimate winter cocktail is the Hearthstone at new Andersonville mixology hot spot Elixir (773-654-1751; elixir andersonville.com), where whiz kid Vlad Novikov combines bourbon, nocino liqueur, curaçao, and two kinds of bitters to come up with something dark, nutty, and dangerously drinkable.
Restaurateurs Kevin Boehm and Rob Katz bet big on the Fulton Market district with Japanese stunner Momotaro. Now they’re doubling down with Swift & Sons (312-733-9420; swiftandsons chicago.com), a hugely anticipated steakhouse helmed by rising star chef Chris Pandel.
Says Artistic Director Nathan Allen, “There will be nothing else like it—it’s like a crazy hauntedhouse ride.” January 21–March 27
Jump into the action at The Last Defender (773-769-3832; thehousetheatre.com), an interactive stage collaboration between the award-winning House Theatre and some of Chicago’s top game designers.
taSte SenSatIonS Attending an event on an empty stomach may seem unorthodox, but at First Bites Bash (above; choosechicago. com/things-to-do/dining/ first-bites-bash) it’s essential. The kickoff to Chicago Restaurant Week features plates from more than 50 premier restaurants, all served up in the grand surroundings of Union Station. January 21
go natural Four years after a hailstorm devastated Garfield Park Conservatory (312-746-5100; garfieldconservatory.org), the century-old West Side institution is shining again with “Solarise: A Sea of All Colors,” an interactive exhibit drawing on the relationship between plants and light to explore a see-it-to-believe-it spectrum of color. On view through September 2016
The interactive exhibit “Solarise” ushers in a new era at Garfield Park Conservatory.
inside chicago ChiCago Fire star taylor Kinney shares his ultimate buzzy Windy City Weekend.
ice age: The Blackhawks have been killing it. Our stages are close to United Center, so anytime I get the chance, Eamonn Walker, Jesse Spencer, and I will go. In the 2013 season, I caught maybe 20 games. The Blackhawks were on a run, and we all thought we were good-luck charms. go-to restaurant: The Monkey’s Paw (themonkeyspaw chicago.com)—great bar, great food, great kitchen. I like tough-to-find neighborhood joints. secret spot: Lagunitas (lagunitas .com) has a huge brewery, but unbeknownst to a lot of people, there’s a bar in there. It’s like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory for a beer aficionado. Can’t-miss show: TJ & Dave at The iO Theater (312-929-2401; ioimprov.com). They do this improv show, and it’s just amazing. pizza preference: I’m a Pizano’s Pizza (pizanoschicago.com) guy. I like their thin-crust, which is kind of sacrilege for any Chicagoan. Mustsee spot: If my mom comes to town, I like to go to The Signature Room (signatureroom.com) at the 95th. You can see forever, and especially in winter, it’s beautiful with the festive lights.
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Whether you’re checking in or just passing by, Washington’s luxury hotels are destinations in
treats paired with cocktails or Champagne, and a wide selection of herbal, green, white, and black teas.
themselves.
As a mecca for men and women of influence, DC has set a new standard for luxury, and its hotels are offering some of the best in the city. Stay in one, and make a weekend of visiting the others. Top-line dining, art, spas, and nightlife are at your fingertips in Washington’s finest lodgings. A LiterAry trAdition The historic Hay-Adams (202-638-6600; hayadams .com) hosts an Author Series, in which guests (of the hotel and the city) are invited to join acclaimed writers for cocktails and conversation. Thinking about making the Hay-Adams your trip’s home base? Splurge on the Federal Suite—its private balcony overlooks the White House— perfect for a nightcap.
experience also includes access to a 24-hour fitness center, steam rooms, and saunas.
MAgnifique Wine And cheeSe The Sofitel (202-730-8800; sofitel.com) offers wine and cheese pairings daily beginning at 11 am, featuring a selection of French and domestic cheeses. Enhance your knowledge of French culture and gastronomy.
five-StAr fAre Plume (202-448-3227; plumedc.com) at The Jefferson Hotel is the only Forbes five-star restaurant in Washington. Its menus are inspired by Thomas Jefferson’s gardens at Monticello, and the wine program has received Wine Spectator’s “Best of” Award of Excellence.
in a sultry, martini-sipping setting—it’s the perfect evening out on the town.
Winter WonderLAnd Ready for a nightcap? Enjoy drinks alfresco—even in the snow! Kimpton’s Poste Moderne Brasserie (202783-6060; postebrasserie .com) invites you to embrace fresh air year-round in its Winter Lounge, with fire pits (with s’more-making kits!), heaters, and piping-hot cocktails to keep you warm.
most-wanted staycation: Just down the road in Middleburg, Virginia, at the Salamander Resort & Spa (salamanderresort.com). Favorite hotel restaurant: Art and Soul (jdvhotels.com/ restaurants/the-liaisoncapitol-hill/art-and-soul) in the Liaison on Capitol Hill. Try the pork belly confit and grits! Best hotel bar: Without a doubt POV’s rooftop lounge at the W Hotel (wwashingtondc.com/pov), with its incredible views of the White House and The National Mall. Favorite hotel spa: The Four Seasons Spa (fourseasons.com/ washington/spa) in Georgetown. The spa is a tranquil haven in the middle of the city. most beautiful lobby: The Willard InterContinental (washington. intercontinental.com). The stately 1850 hotel on Pennsylvania Avenue has a majestic lobby featuring columns and gilded ceilings.
An evening of JAzz With its Jazz Legends series, the iconic St. Regis (202638-2626, stregiswashington dc.com) transports guests to a Prohibition-era speakeasy featuring performances by local and national musicians
Better Brunch The Blue Duck Tavern (202419-6755; blueducktavern .com) in the Park Hyatt offers something for everyone at brunch—from Chesapeake Bay jumbo lump crab cakes to chicken biscuits. Staying at the Park Hyatt? Take an exclusive peek at artwork from The Phillips Collection without leaving the hotel. Through the end of 2015, reproduction photographs from the “American Moments” exhibit will be on view on the mezzanine, with more pieces coming in 2016.
Afternoon teA The Empress Lounge (202-787-6140; mandarin oriental.com/washington) at The Mandarin Oriental offers an updated take on the classic afternoon tea. Overlooking the gardens, guests can enjoy savory sandwiches and sweet
A ritzy SpA After brunch, indulge in a hedonistic retreat at the Day Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner (703-7443924; ritzcarlton.com). At this oasis for relaxing and revitalizing, therapies use natural ingredients, including avocado, brown sugar, seaweed, and Dead Sea salts. Every guest’s wellness
dc insider NBC WashiNgtoN’s Angie goFF dishes oN her favorite WashiNgtoNarea hauNts.
Feast on macarons and Champagne for a taste of French gastronomy at The Sofitel.
photography By SoFItEL WaShINgtoN DC. oppoSItE pagE: CourtESy oF LouIS VuIttoN (akhoB); tom DoNoghuE (SILVEStrI); aL poWErS/poWErS ImagEry (omNIa)
Hotel Hopping
nonstop nightlife!
life begins after sunset Daylight in Vegas is for spa recovery sessions and disco naps. Here it’s all about what you can do when the sun goes down.
There are few certainties in the world’s favorite gaming playground. Some things, however, are guaranteed: There will always be a fabulous new restaurant to try or a hot new club to jockey your way into, and, should the need arise to buy fine jewelry or a handbag at midnight, someone will be happy to accommodate you.
meet the miDnight iDol Take in the Vegas sunset at Casa de Shenandoah (702-547-4811; casadeshenandoah.com), Wayne Newton’s 52-acre ranch. It has barns for his Arabian horses, a mansion with secret passageways, an exotic-animal farm, Rolls-Royces formerly owned by Steve McQueen and Liberace, and Franklin Roosevelt’s own desk. You can even take a tour with Newton himself (for a reservation, e-mail MrLV@ casadeshenandoah.com).
is taking on a new identity. Now a hybrid private gaming room and lounge with private bottle service, Lavo is still serving elevated Italian comfort food (wagyu meatballs!), but now it will bring dinner right to your gaming table.
JoURney to pARiS Michael Mina’s beautiful new Bardot Brasserie at the Aria Resort & Casino (877-230-2742; aria.com) elevates French fare— for instance, onion soup studded with braised oxtail and bubbling with aged Gruyère is covered in Perigord truffles. The gold lettering stenciled on the windows, the Laguiole cutlery, and the zinc bar make this one of the most transporting restaurants in Vegas.
Swept AwAy by Celine Celine Dion has performed nearly 1,000 times in the Colosseum (866-320-9763; thecolosseum .com), and she puts on one of the most spectacular shows on the Strip. In August she started a performance run that continues through June 2016. Yes, your heart will go on.
ClUb of the moment Omnia (702-785-6200; omnianightclub.com) takes the place of the old Pure in Caesars Palace, offering a massive showcase for celebrity DJs like
hours in las vegas Up all night seBastien silVestri, VP of food and beVerage at Venetian and Palazzo, shares his Vegas faVorites.
light Up The Louis Vuitton store in The Shops at Crystals is filled with every Vuitton item you can imagine, but its best-kept secret is a permanent installation by light artist James Turrell called Akhob (702-730-3150; theshops atcrystals.com). Visitors stand in a light-filled room whose colors continuously change, creating a meditative sanctuary on the Strip.
RomAnCe A DAte with lAte-night JewelS
Dine on the lAke Bellagio, the Lake Como–themed Italianate hotel, has been newly invigorated by chef Julian Serrano’s modern restaurant Lago (702-693-7111; bellagio.com), where diners can enjoy tapasstyle Mediterranean-inflected dishes, such as pristine crudo and an exceptional red-wine risotto. Design by Munge Leung celebrates early-20th-century Italian futurism, and the new outdoor patio offers dining next to the famous fountains.
Afrojack, Calvin Harris (pictured), and Armin van Buuren. Modeled after a European opera house, the four-story room is surrounded by mezzanine-level private booths.
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Some high-carat pieces will never make it to the front counter at Van Cleef & Arpels (702-5606556; vancleefarpels.com) in The Shops at Crystals, where spendy shoppers are invited to a luxurious back room to sip Champagne and see some of the house’s rarest items. The store is open until midnight on weekends.
James Turrell’s installation Akhob is the best-kept secret in the Louis Vuitton store at The Shops at Crystals.
Best secret place in Vegas: The Thomas Keller restaurant Bouchon (venetian.com) is a hike to get to, but when you sit on the patio overlooking the garden, you’re transported right to Yountville. Best overthe-top date: The world’s greatest chefs come to Vegas December 17–20 for a weekend called Ultimo (venetian.com/ ultimo). The signature event is The Grand Banquet—dinner at a spectacular table that spans the entire Grand Colonnade. Civilized cocktail: My favorite bar outside Venetian and Palazzo is the Mandarin Bar (mandarinoriental.com/las vegas/fine-dining/mandarinbar). It’s chic, sophisticated, has an excellent bar program, a nice selection of wine by the glass, amazing service— and that view! What should no one miss in 48 hours in Vegas? There is no ultimate weekend in Vegas without gaming and nightlife. I suggest some gambling in the new Lavo Casino Club (lavolv.com/casino-club) at Venetian, then on to Marquee (marqueelasvegas.com) at the Cosmopolitan, and finish in the early morning at XS (xslasvegas.com) at Wynn.
A bit of eveRything Once a restaurant/nightclub, Lavo (702-791-1800; lavolv.com)
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the beat goes on This independent city honors its rich musical legacy by moving to its own unforgettable rhythm, night and day.
Top-notch venues, South by Southwest, Austin City Limits, and Waterloo Records are why Austin is called the “Live-Music Capital of the World.” But the beat goes far beyond the music: It is simply everywhere, from the Whole Foods flagship to the city’s thriving food, cocktail, and hotel scene. A weekend here is good for the soul.
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Come to the tucked-away bistro Justine’s Brasserie (512-385-2900; justines 1937.com) for chef Casey Wilcox’s seductive take on French classics; stay for cocktails and a scene that revolves around an impressive vinyl collection. Special events attract musicians like Richard Hell, Sonny Rhodes, and Jello Biafra, and its New Year’s Eve extravaganza is debauchery at its finest.
The 1960s and the legacy of Lyndon B. Johnson live on after 2012’s multimilliondollar upgrade to the LBJ Presidential Library (512721-0200; lbjlibrary.org) in the heart of the University of Texas campus. Through January 10, 2016, explore The Beatles’ impact on America at the impressive “Ladies and Gentlemen… The Beatles!” exhibit.
Summon your inner Red Headed Stranger and rent an original Willie Nelson & the Family Band tour bus from Vintage Innovations (512-524-1390; vintage innovations.net). For about $2,500 a day, you can rent the 1983 Silver Eagle, named after Nelson’s 1985 album Me & Paul. The bus, whose interior has been preserved, holds up to 20 people.
CITY LIMITS AND BEYOND
GUITAR TOWN
ROCK HEAVEN Named after the patron saint of music, the luxury boutique Hotel Saint Cecilia (512-852-2400; hotel saintcecilia.com) features Rega turntables and Geneva sound systems in every room, with albums and rock bios available for checkout. Concierge programs include a private vintage vinyl shopping service courtesy of Breakaway Records and a guitar loan from Gibson.
LYRICAL COCKTAILS Geraldine’s (877-202-2191; hotelvanzandt.com), the restaurant at the new Hotel Van Zandt (which is named after beloved singersongwriter Townes Van Zandt), pays its respects to musicians with a top-notch bar program created by Jennifer Keyser. To get into the spirit, order Willie’s Cup, a playful spin on the mint julep, made with hempseed milk. The hotel also features live music nightly.
Experience live music as it should be at ACL Live at the Moody Theater (512225-7999; acl-live.com), the home to tapings of Austin City Limits as well as more than 100 concerts a year. The highlight is always Willie Nelson’s New Year’s shows, which the country legend recently expanded to three nights. For the ultimate experience, book a package through the adjoining W Austin hotel.
Founded by Bill Collings, Austin-based Collings Guitars (512-288-7776; collingsguitars.com) is one of the most respected manufacturers of guitars, mandolins, and ukuleles in the world; the instruments are still mostly handcrafted. See where the magic happens during tours of the 2,700-square-foot facility, offered only on Fridays; reservations are required.
SPIN SOME TUNES Owner Kim Dowling moved to Austin from New York in part because of the music scene, so it’s no wonder her downtown spin studio, Ride Indoor Cycling (512-322-5252; rideindoorcycling.com), is centered around the slogan “Ride. Rock. Repeat.” Classes, featuring top-ofthe-line Schwinn AC Sport bikes, often fill up early, so book your bike online.
Music mecca Austin has live shows galore, plus museums, memorabilia, and tributes all over town.
my favorite way to kick off the weekend: 3 pm happy hour at Clark’s Oyster Bar (clarksoysterbar.com) for oysters and rosé. i could spend hours in: The dressing rooms at Found (found austin.com), which feature a doorbell to order Champagne. I love the boutique’s selection of designers. When i want to recharge: I spend the day at Lake Austin Spa (lake austin.com) reading a book in a hammock by the river after my treatments. at the stroke of midnight, you might find me: At C-Boy’s Heart & Soul (cboysheartnsoul.com), the rhythm-and-blues joint with a great vibe and cool people. my music venue of choice: If you’re invited to an event at historic Arlyn Studios (arlyn studios.com), don’t turn it down. A night here is always one for the books. The most beautiful spot in austin is: Mount Bonnell at sunset, where you see it all: the vast Texas sky, rolling green hills, and the water. don’t leave austin without: Eating a breakfast taco. My favorite is from Tacodeli (tacodeli.com)— tacos for breakfast are genius.
photography by Jason tk; illustration Feather / eyeem by tk / getty images (musician); mossphoto (hickey). opposite page: allan Zepeda (raFanelli); eric levin (yvonne’s)
lisa Hickey—who furnishes the ViP areas at music festiVals through her comPany, the Panacea collection—reVeals her ideal weekend.
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ULTIMATE ROMANCE Love is all around the Hub of the Universe, and it’s looking quite sexy.
Take one of the most historically rich cities in the country, mix in a thoroughly modern spirit, then top it all off with exponential luxury, and you are in for the craziest, sexiest 48 hours of your life. Now go on, indulge, Boston-style.
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XV Beacon (617-670-1500; xvbeacon.com) blends Brahmin history with world-class luxe for a love temperature that’s piping hot. Special treat: Every Boston Common magazine guest will receive a signature box of chocolate truffles.
There’s nothing like artistic passion to ignite the flames of romance, so why not go gallery hopping? First stop: the DTR Modern Galleries (617-424-9700; dtrmodern.com) to see the Damien Hirst series “I Love You,” featuring Hirst’s iconic butterflies
enclosed in a heart. Then stroll to Galerie d’Orsay (617-2668001; galerie-dorsay.com) for the Salvador Dali collection and Martin Lawrence Galleries (617369-4800; martinlawrence.com) to view modern masters.
Shopping Spree Jimmy Choo stilettos for her, a Louis Vuitton briefcase for him: Browse the boutiques at Copley Place (617-262-6600; simon.com/ mall/copley-place), where virtually every global luxury brand can be found. Enjoy VIP access with a personal shopper.
Date night The century-old culinary establishment Locke-Ober is
reborn as the modern supper club Yvonne’s (617-267-0047; yvonnesboston.com). Its library bar is a perfect romantic nook, with cozy dining tables and lounge seating beside the historic fireplace. Special treat: Enjoy an off-the-menu Boston Common cocktail throughout January.
the Dance of Love Boston Ballet (617-942-6398; bostonballet.org) prides itself on excelling in both the classics and modern-as-it-gets dance. “I believe art feeds our soul,” says Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen. “So what better way to spend a date?”
heavenLy brunch Snuggle into the front-window banquette at Puritan & Company (617-615-6195; puritancambridge.com). Start your meal with the divine Church cocktail, mixed with gin, aperol, and lemon, then tuck into a sirloin steak and eggs topped with hollandaise sauce.
Main EvEnts Boston’s golden host, BRyAN RAfANELLI—who produced chelsea clinton’s wedding—curates your perfect romantic itinerary.
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Dream date spot: Deuxave (deuxave.com). The wine collection is awardwinning, and the room is intimate yet never crowded. Most romantic stroll: A walking tour along Commonwealth Avenue after dark. Start at Arlington Street. If there is snow on the ground, lie down with your mate and make a snow angel— and be sure to look up. Thousands of white lights adorn the trees from December to February.
For a scene straight out of Norman Rockwell, head to the Frog Pond (617-635-2120; bostonfrogpond.com) skating rink at the Boston Common. “We have marriage proposals here every season,” says general manager John Schaub. Warm up with a steamy hot cocoa when you say the code words: “Boston Common magazine.”
Weekend outing: An afternoon at the Harvard Art Museums (harvard artmuseums.org). Gaze at the drawings of John Singer Sargent in the preservation lab in an incredible glass box. Standing in the Renzo Piano building is a treat in itself. There are many intimate, quiet places to make out... among the masters.
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The sexy new supper club Yvonne’s is the perfect spot for a romantic dinner date.
For a sensual retreat, the Green Tangerine Spa & Salon (617-585-6498; greentangerine spa.com) offers Drops of Jupiter: the Ultimate Urban Boston Experience, exclusively for Boston Common readers. Begin with a 50-minute couples treatment that includes a full-body massage and aromatherapy. Continue with a 50-minute facial, followed by couple’s hairstyling. Special treat: complimentary Champagne, chocolate-covered strawberries, body products, and hair products.
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From Brickell to South Beach, in Miami the day begins when the sun goes down and then just keeps on going.
Miami is a city that loves to celebrate, and it doesn’t let a little thing like sleep stand in its way. A quick trip to town can offer a full 48 hours of activity should one so desire. While the fun often begins in the evening, it doesn’t necessarily ever have to end. BAR HOP Lines form around the block at Bodega (305-704-2145; bodegasouthbeach.com), the Alton Road–adjacent lounge with a secret entrance and taco stand. The party can start with Mexican food and end eight hours later with bottles of vodka—or vice versa, depending on your mood.
LIV IT UP For the biggest DJs and wildest party crowds, LIV (305-674-4680; livnightclub.com) at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach is the go-to destination. You can sip Champagne and dance under falling confetti on the lavish dance floor, while top spinners like Tiesto or Zedd are working just steps away.
must-see for any vacationer. Private tables next to the DJ booth or near a recognizable celebrity can run over $100,000 on special occasions. But any view of Calvin Harris at 4 am is sure to be a good one.
24-E11EVEN In a category all by itself, the “showclub” E11even (305-829-2911; 11miami .com) is where the party literally never stops. You can stumble in at 5 am to find it packed with people
dancing, or just watch the in-house talent perform their moves—often including an acrobat dangling from the ceiling.
SOUTH BEACH CLASSIC Delano South Beach (305-672-2000; morgans hotelgroup.com/delano/ delano-south-beach) offers unparalleled attractions, including the Delano Beach Club’s weekend daytime poolside parties. Relax on the sophisticated deck, sipping exquisite cocktails in a private cabana, or lounge by the infinity pool until sunset. After dark, head to FDR, the Delano’s nightclub, and dance the night away.
NEW IN TOWN Amidst the colorful buildings in the Art Deco District is the
recently renovated Nautilus, A Sixty Hotel (305-5035700; sixtyhotel.com/hotel/ nautilus). You can unwind by the heated saltwater pool at the Cabana Club during the day, dine at the stunning Driftwood Room in the evening, and enjoy sublime libations in the Lobby Bar before a night on the town.
TO THE NORTH Hyde Beach Kitchen + Cocktails (954-699-0901; sbe.com/restaurants/ locations/hyde-beachkitchen-cocktails) in Hallandale Beach offers the perfect dining experience for those who are heading up north but still crave a taste of South Beach. This oceanside destination serves heavenly cuisine and cocktails.
AN INTIMATE AFFAIR Though the quarters are close at Wall (305-9383130; wallmiami.com), the celebrity-studded lounge packs a mean nightlife punch. With some of Miami’s sexiest dance parties and performances, Wall is an intimate spot where you can let loose with friends and rub elbows with A-listers.
SOUTH OF FIFTH SOUNDS With its world-famous DJs, Story (305-538-2424; storymiami.com) is a
How to Spin it Grammy-winninG, miamibased dJ CedRiC geRvais selects the best of miami’s niGhtlife scene.
“miami beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in america, so sit on the sand on ocean drive.” —cedric gervais Miami’s nonstop nightclubs are as alluring as the city’s gorgeous beaches.
Fun dinner before a night out: Drunken Dragon (drunkendragon-hub.com). It’s a very cool spot in a strip mall, and you don’t really see it from the outside. You walk in and the energy is incredible. Best way to experience the Miami club scene: On a Friday night, Story (storymiami.com) is the best. Saturday night, if you really want to go for it, you should stop at LIV (livnight club.com) and end up at ClubSpace (clubspace.com) for the full Miami experience. They bring international talent every week. Best place to watch the sunrise after a long set: Miami Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in America, so sit on the sand on Ocean Drive. Recovery the next day: A liquid IV at VitaSquad (vitasquad.com), and then end up at the beach at the W South Beach hotel (wsouthbeach.com) and just relax.
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HItsvIlle l.A. Just in time for the 58th annual Grammy Awards, these top Hollywood haunts should be high on your bucket list for any music-themed LA itinerary.
Calling all music fans! Forget the cheesy double-decker buses or the tourist trap that’s Hollywood Boulevard—spot celebs and live like a rock star with a musical LA tour de force that will have you singing sweet melodies. Check off these rocking spots from your Los Angeles to-do list for a 48 hours you’ll want to play on repeat. paparazzi-proof Check in at the Sunset Marquis (310-657-1333; sunset marquis.com) hotel, West Hollywood’s super-private celebrity hot spot, where Steven Tyler, Matthew McConaughey, and other stars escape for a little R&R—rock ’n’ roll, that is. Located just off the Sunset Strip, the hotel features a spa with specialty massages for musicians and the Morrison Hotel Gallery, which showcases fine-art music photography.
Ji. Using special frequencies and sounds, the class brings guests to a blissful state, healing muscles and organs, and relieving stress. February 12, 8:30–10 pm
scout for talent The Hotel Café (hotel cafe.com), located in the heart of Hollywood, is known for breaking up-and-coming artists in the industry with secret concerts, intimate showcases, and a jam-packed schedule of performances (five shows a night, seven nights a week).
grab the Mic If all the touring makes you want to sing your own tunes, belt it out at Blind Dragon (310-2747500; blinddragonla.com) in West Hollywood. Show off your Mariah Carey–esque vocal range (in your own private room, of course) at this upscale karaoke
backstage pass Head to the Grammy Museum at L.A. Live (213-765-6800; grammy museum.org), Downtown’s shrine to the music awards. Be sure to catch the exhibits “Sinatra: An American Icon,” which comes to a close on Grammy weekend, and “On the Red Carpet,” a display of unforgettable Grammy outfits.
the tune-up Do like a local and kick off your high-octane Grammy weekend with a Soundbath at The Springs (213-223-6226; thesprings la.com). This oh-so-Zen space features a sound-healing class led by electronic artist Torkom
Gary Clark Jr. at an in-store show at Amoeba Music. inset, left: The Grammy Museum at L.A. Live.
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bar, and party it up with table service alongside LA’s A+-list.
living legend Ditch the paparazzi at Staples Center on Grammy night (February 15) and grab a nightcap at nearby Clifton’s Cabinet of Curiosities (213-6271673; cliftonsla.com), formerly LA institution Clifton’s Cafeteria. After being closed for five years, this revived, revamped cafeteria and lounge—which dates back to 1935—keeps the cool party going (and the sips flowing) until 2 am.
music man On the eve Of his 2016 MusiCares award, Megastar LioneL ricHie gives us the 411 On hOw tO enjOy graMMy seasOn.
rock all night Stop by The Viper Room (310358-1881; viperroom.com) in West Hollywood for a late-night, heart-pumping performance. This recently relaunched LA classic (celebrating its 21st anniversary this winter) has seen the likes of Johnny Cash, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, and Courtney Love take its legendary stage.
musical gift Before leaving town, pick up a few souvenirs from the renowned Amoeba Music (323-245-6400; amoeba.com) on Sunset Boulevard. The megastore features a matchless selection of records, CDs, DVDs, and even cassettes, including rare collectible items, as well as in-store performances by on-the-rise local talent. Ps
tell us about your mustvisit places in La. Tower Bar (sunsettowerhotel.com). It’s a hideout—no paparazzi. Last time I was there, I ran into Simply Red. And, of course, I go to Madeo (310-859-4903) for great Italian food, and Cut (fourseasons.com/beverly wilshire) is always great. Chateau Marmont (chateau marmont.com) has never changed. If you want to see the up-and-coming, that’s where you go. [For music] I go to Motown [Records] studios to get “the jelly”—if you will. Where is your favorite La venue to perform and hear great music? I started out at The Forum (fabulousforum.com), and it’s come back around again. I’ve gone to concerts there, and I cannot wait to play at the new Forum! The venue is just spectacular—that’s like my living room, as far as I’m concerned. it doesn’t look like you’re slowing down anytime soon with a Vegas residency at Planet Hollywood coming up. I’ve always had the Italianracecar-driver mentality: Whatever is behind me doesn’t count; it’s always what’s next. I love what I do.
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Home for tHe Holidays Fill your December calenDar with these seasonal suburban events, From tree trimming to home tours anD beyonD. by marni prichard manko
Whether you’re a blue-blooded Main Liner or a recent transplant to the neighborhood, holidays on the Main Line are about as bucolic and all-American as you can get. With snow-trimmed trees on winding roads and homes decked with sparkling lights, this area is as perfect as a postcard. But it’s not just the aesthetics. There is also a bounty of fun, unexpected ways to celebrate the holidays. Here are some of the most quintessentially Main Line seasonal offerings.
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Take a peek inside some of the area’s grandest abodes at the Chestnut Hill Holiday House Tour.
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Main line style Home for the Holidays Chic holiday decorations abound at the Chestnut Hill Holiday House Tour.
Hand-pick and cut your own Christmas tree at Linvilla Orchards.
Take a hayride To The ChrisTmas Tree fields and piCk ouT one of The douglas or Canaan firs aT linvilla orChards. Christmas Tree Cutting at Linvilla Orchards While a trip to the local nursery on a snowy night to pick out a Christmas tree can be a classic holiday experience, why not take things to the next level and cut the tree yourself? Head over to perennial favorite Linvilla Orchards, where you can take a hayride to the Christmas tree fields and pick out one of more than 40,000 six-foot to 10-foot Douglas or Canaan firs on the property. Just choose the one you want (all are $59.99), cut it down with a saw (included), and they’ll not only haul the tree back from the field for you, they’ll even strap it to your car. If manual labor isn’t your thing, you can just visit Linvilla Orchards’ Christmasland, a winter wonderland where you can pick up pre-cut trees, wreaths, decorations, greens and holly, and holiday gifts. november 21–december 23. 598 linvilla road, media, 610-876-7116; linvilla.com
Santa’s Express on the West Chester Railroad Nothing can get you and the family in the holiday
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mood like a 90-minute locomotive ride through Chester County. Every weekend in December until Christmas, you can hop on Santa’s Express to enjoy festive holiday music and carols sung by elves, or really get in the spirit and join in the car-wide singalongs. No holiday train ride would be complete without a visit from Ol’ Saint Nick himself. But the cars are notoriously drafty, so be sure to bring along a thermos of steamy hot cocoa and a blanket for some cozy reveling. 230 e. market st., West Chester, 610-430-2233; westchesterrr.net
Chestnut Hill Holiday House Tour Driving through Chestnut Hill, it’s hard not to want to get a peek at the grandeur of some of the historical manses that dot the streets. But once a year, the curious masses get to roam the halls of some of the Hill’s gorgeous homes during the Chestnut Hill Community Association’s Holiday House Tour. This year’s tour will feature five of the area’s most amazing historic homes: a colonial revival, a charming cottage, a stately stone colonial, a Second Empire twin, and a Norman country
house. All of the homes are decorated for the holidays, showcasing the work of local f lorists and designers. saturday, december 5, 10 am–4 pm. 9201 germantown ave., 215-248-8810; chestnuthill.org
Wayne Hotel’s Old Fashioned Christmas If a one-day celebration isn’t enough to quell your need for all things holiday, the Wayne Hotel’s Old Fashioned Christmas is a two-day affair that celebrates the season to the max. The event begins Friday night with a spectacular Christmas tree lighting, festive carols sung by The Valley Forge Military Academy & College Choir, face painting and ornament decorating for the kids, and even horse-drawn carriage rides down North Wayne Avenue. On Saturday, watch Santa make his way down Lancaster Avenue on a fire truck to the Veranda of the Wayne Hotel, where children can sit with the big guy himself and sample Paramour’s freshly baked cookies and hot chocolate. december 4–5. 139 e. lancaster ave., Wayne, 610-687-5000; waynechristmas.com ConTinued on page 122
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Main line style Home for the Holidays The Brandywine River Museum of Art offers a behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s largest indoor railroads.
Narberth Dickens Festival Drawing thousands of revelers to the quaint streets of Narberth year after year, the Dickens Festival is one of the most beloved events of the season—and one of the fastestgrowing holiday festivals in the region. The tiny borough transforms into 1840s London as Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, and the rest of the Victorianera Christmas Carol cast walk the streets as the kids try to hunt them down in a free scavenger hunt. There are also profes sional icesculpting displays, free Nutcracker dance performances from the Pennsylvania Academy of Ballet, vendors selling period wares and food, and hot toddies to help make the day a little toastier. If
The Wayne Hotel’s Old Fashioned Christmas features a tree lighting, carols, and a parade down Lancaster Avenue.
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you’d like a break from walking, take in the festi vities from a horseandcarriage ride. Sunday, December 6, noon–4 pm. Corner of Forrest Avenue and Haverford Avenue, Narberth; narberthonline.com
Brandywine River Museum of Art Going to see The Nutcracker is the quintessential holiday outing, a yearly tradition passed down from generation to generation. But instead of watching worldclass prima ballerinas dance with Sugar Plum Fairies, why not let the kids act it out instead? At the Brandywine River Museum of Art’s Nutcracker “Dance Me a Story,” children get the chance to act out all parts of the classic tale. Dancer and choreographer Lisa Oster engages kids with a program that incorporates creative movement, art, and storytelling. When the dancing is done, the lit tle ones get to keep the Nutcrackerthemed wooden ornaments they created. The museum also offers Breakfast with the Trains on the same day. At this beforehours event, train lovers of all ages get a pri vate tour by Brandywine Railroad engineers, an exclusive look into one of the world’s largest indoor railroads, and a behindthescenes peek into its complicated inner workings. Saturday, December 12. 1 Hoffman’s Mill Road, Chadds Ford, 610-388-2700; brandywine.org/museum
Gladwyne Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting Ceremony Gather up your lighters and nosh on some cookies and hot cider as the Gladwyne Civic Association and Gladwyne Fire Company light the menorah
Handmade Christmas ornaments are among the attractions at the Brandywine Museum.
in honor of Chanukah. Plus, songbooks will be handed out if you want to join carolers around a 20foot Christmas tree. Pick up some trees of your own or wreaths while you’re there. Sunday, December 13, 5 pm. 1044 Black Rock Road, Gladwyne, 610642-9586; gladwynefire.org PS
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“The holidays are my favorite kind of celebration because they include cooking, family, and friends,” says Barbara King, QVC garden expert and owner of Valley Forge Flowers (Eagle Village Shops, 503 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne, 610-6875566; valleyforgefowers.com). Here she gives us her inside tips and tricks on how to make your home the perfect place to celebrate the season. Get lit: “When I think of ‘festive,’ I always think ‘welcoming.’ Adding a few more spotlights to your entryway or battery-operated candles in hurricane lamps or lanterns at your front door creates a warm, welcoming feel for your home.” The nose knows: “Scents of the season are soothing and create a holiday atmosphere. I love to add fresh herb sprigs to my arrangements—rosemary, mint, and verbena are a few of my favorites. And every December I’m certain to have fresh greens everywhere—like pine and balsam in containers, bud vases, and even on my mantel.” Hot hues: “Don’t be afraid to add a new color to the holiday standards. If the
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The Sasquash Pizza (roasted butternut squash, sage, Fontina, and speck, drizzled with honey) at Parlor Suburban Square, one of the new guard of restaurants bringing city sophistication to Ardmore.
Rob Wasserman practically screams Center City. As the indefatigable owner of Rittenhouse’s Rouge, arguably the city’s most emblematic restaurant, he rules the Square scene with a deft hand and a charismatic smile. Except he doesn’t live there; like so many others, he succumbed to the siren song of backyards and closet space and moved out to the suburbs. Well, actually, back to the suburbs. “I’m originally from the Main Line area, so it has a warm place in my heart,” says the 40-something father of four. “It’s like coming back home. And being a family man and now living back here, it just felt right to open something here.” And so in 2012, the restaurateur joined forces with famed chef Michael Schulson and made his culinary move out to Ardmore, opening The Saint James in the heart of Suburban Square. While The Saint James was received with mixed reviews and closed its doors in late 2014, Wasserman
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reinvented the location with the much-loved Parlor Suburban Square (30 parking plaza, 610-649-6200; parlorardmore.com), an artisanal old-style pizzeria that serves enough deliciously gooey pies to satiate the most ardent pizza lover, but with salads delectable enough to satisfy the post-Flywheel ladies-who-lunch set. For Wasserman, opening in Ardmore was the clear choice. “How can you go wrong?” he asks. “Ardmore’s the epicenter between the suburbs and the city. It’s an equal distance to go from Ardmore to Wayne as it is to Center City. It’s such a logical place for us to have a restaurant location.” But don’t call the massive influx of restaurants that have begun dotting Suburban Square and Lancaster Avenue a recent trend. “This is something that’s been happening slowly over the last seven or eight years,” he says. “The greatness of Ardmore—this isn’t something that’s
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Fresh guacamole is made tableside at Besito Mexican.
Olé! Tired Hands Brewing Company’s sister brewpub, Fermentaria.
Not Your Average Joe’s Buffalo Caribbean chicken tenders.
John Tunney, owner of Besito Mexican, dishes about his new restaurant. What is the restaurant about? Our food derives from authentic old-world grandma recipes from Mexico, using quality, fresh ingredients. Main dishes include tacos, enchiladas, and a wide range of seafood options, expertly prepared using traditional recipes with a focus on fresh and housemade ingredients.
What’s a standout dish? Our guacamole is prepared fresh tableside en molcajete (with spiciness to order) by a specially trained server on a rolling cart piled high with ripe avocados, bowls of onions, tomatoes, and cilantro. Sample an array of microbrews at Iron Hill Brewery.
Describe the vibe. The restaurant offers the ambience of a “rockin’ hacienda,” with a dramatic candle wall, handselected Mexican artifacts dotted throughout, and
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Owner Kimberly berger serves upscale smOOthies at rObeKs ardmOre. what is robeks all about? We focus on made-to-order juices and smoothies; you know instantly that you’re getting a one-of-a-kind, upscale experience. This location offers a Build Your own Juice program with seasonal fruits and vegetables, as well as grab-and-go items like high-protein muffns. who’s your typical customer? Health-conscious consumers—people want to eat healthier so they can feel better, have more energy, and be more mentally alert.
This includes Baby Boomers trying to make lifestyle changes, dieters who are using juices and smoothies to manage their weight, coffee-alternative seekers, and athletes of all ages. why ardmore for the newest robeks location? i’m really excited about the Suburban Square location, because it’s my backyard. i’m thrilled by the increase in the variety and quality of new restaurants in the area. 32 Parking Plaza, 484-413-2998; robeks.com
Where did the name Besito come from? When translated Besito means “little kiss,” and guests are courted by both the food and the culture of Mexico from the second they step through our doors. The feel of the restaurant is reminiscent of a decadent upscale Mexican vacation—sophisticated good looks blended with rustic Old Mexico. 105 Coulter Ave., 484-417-6825; besitomexican.com
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for families and first-daters alike; and Besito Mexican, which just debuted its old-world-style tacos and enchiladas this past fall. Curran has done it because he knows there’s a demand—one that stems not only from longtime Main Line residents, but also the Center City expats who miss amazing dining experiences but who surely wouldn’t miss sitting on Route 76 in Saturday night traffic. “Main Line residents are looking for the same caliber dining options with reasonable prices and well-executed food, but in their backyard,” Curran says. “It’s a movement away from run-ofthe-mill chain restaurants, which are appealing only in the aspect of convenience, to true experiential dining with seasoned chefs using fresh, local produce and a great ambience.” One of the biggest restaurants to make culinary waves is Tired Hands Brewing Company (16 Ardmore Ave., 610-896-7621; tiredhands.com), a local brew-café that in four years has garnered a cult-like following for its house-made bread, pickles, terrines, and of course, beer. It’s made such an impact that it spawned a sister brewpub, Fermentaria (35 Cricket Ter., 484-413-2983; tiredhands.com/fermentaria), which recently opened a few blocks away, serving everything from local
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HAUTE PROPERTy Plush sofas and gilded mirrors are right at home in this circa1860 Spruce Street manse— the perfect match for such architectural details as marble fireplaces and crown moldings, luckily left untouched by the previous owner.
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Oscar Soldano laughs when he remembers the first time he and his partner, Luis Bird, toured their huge Spruce Street brownstone near Rittenhouse Square. “It was so dark, we needed a flashlight,” he recalls, trailing his hand down a long corridor lined with magnificently carved mahogany paneling. “And then we saw this,” he says, stopping at the grand central staircase. “I said, ‘We have to live here.’ I just fell in love.” Broken into nine apartments and three boarding rooms, the 7,000-plus square feet would certainly need work. “But we were really excited to turn it back into a single-family home again,” Bird says. The couple would end up being just the third stewards of the property, which was erected circa 1860. Best of all, even though the previous owner subdivided the building, he had barely touched the architectural details: Over six decades, he had altered nary a marble fireplace (there are nine altogether), crown molding, leaded glass window, or built-in. continued on page 136
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HAUTE PROPERTy The Argentine-born Soldano—who was trained as an architect and made a living in the States as a landlord—had big ideas on how the property could be improved. Chief among them was creating a sky-lit interior by removing a center wall and a small hall closet. The result is a soaring atrium that rises through the five stories of the house, effectively turning landings into balconies. All told, the couple spent two years renovating the house, carefully trying to update systems while keeping its historic assets intact. “Not everything could be restored perfectly, but it’s all still there,” observes Bird, a psychiatrist. “We know this is a special house. There’s so much craftsmanship, but there’s a lot of dark Victorian wood paneling. It might not appeal to everyone, that’s for sure.” For the most part, the couple has decorated the residence with a mélange of period knickknacks like ornate birdcages and baronial candlesticks, accents such as Oriental rugs and gilded mirrors, and furniture that includes plush sofas and canopy beds. That this is a contemporary home is made evident, though, in the gleaming commercial kitchen, the two-car parking pad, and the Jacuzzi and steam shower (equipped with speakers) that occupies one landing. Mod cons like zoned heating and air-conditioning, radiant flooring, and a central vacuum system make the living easy, as does a garden landscaped with ivy, potted geraniums, and hydrangea. Private bathrooms accompany the master bedroom and two guest rooms; there’s even a fourth-floor hideaway that can function as its own retreat, as well as various sitting and dressing rooms. Perhaps the most impressive space in the house is a second-floor library that’s generously outfitted with mahogany shelving. A few years back, one celebrity guest, Neil Patrick Harris, got to know the house very well indeed when he—and a cast and crew of dozens— took it over for a week to film The Best and the Brightest. Now, it’s time for Bird and Soldano to move on. The couple are relocating to another brownstone that they’ve long owned, nearer to the Avenue of the Arts. “I’m renovating the apartment now,” says Soldano. “It’s going to be a lot of fun.” For more information, contact Damon Michels, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors, 854 Montgomery Ave., Narberth, 610-668-3400; damonmichels.com. PS
The stately brownstone served as a location for the 2010 comedy The Best and the Brightest.
DiamonDs in the Real estate Rough Stately, single-family brownstones remain a rarity in Philly.
The couple filled the house with a mix of period pieces like Oriental rugs and canopy beds, paired with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs.
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Primarily associated with New York City, brownstone residences also exist in Philadelphia. But “gorgeous, large brownstone homes rarely come to market,” observes Damon Michels, associate broker at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors. “We probably see just two or three of these historic mansions offered each year.” Mostly, they’re located in the blocks off of Rittenhouse Square. As with Philly’s older Greek Revival public buildings and Federal homes, they are usually constructed out of red brick, a
response by city founders to the destruction wrought on London’s wood housing stock. “When it came to dressing up brick banks and mansions, the default material through the late 18th century was marble,” says Bruce Laverty, curator of architecture at The Athenaeum, itself one of the fnest public examples of Italianate Revival brownstone in the country. “But by the mid-1800s, brownstone façades—made from sandstone quarried in central New Jersey—became a popular option because it was easier to carve and cheaper than marble.”
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Liberty Bell, all six blocks to the east, and City Hall two blocks to the west,” says Killinger. “So for visitors, walking one block off of Market Street to Ludlow to [some of] Philly’s best boutiques and shops, will make them feel like locals quickly.” For current residents of surrounding neighborhoods like Midtown Village and Washington Square West, the project makes their part of the city instantly more walkable. Phase one is under development now and focuses on the buildings facing Market Street. When that phase is complete in the fall of 2016, the development will include 130,000 square feet of retail space, 160,000 square feet of office space, 322 residential units, and below-grade parking areas. “For the people who live in the area, it will be another anchor destination in their mental map of Philly,” says Killinger, who grew up in Philadelphia. A little over a mile up the road sits a new four-acre mixed-use development, including a residential complex, at 1300 Fairmount. RAL Companies & Affiliates, a family-owned, New York–based powerhouse whose properties include the Four Seasons in Vail, Colorado, and the Porspérité barge in France, is joining the Philadelphia real estate market in a big way with this project situated along North Broad. “We’re excited about working in Philadelphia,” says Spencer Levine, director of landscape architecture and site development at RAL. “We’ve had a great experience working with the city and the different stakeholders on this project. It’s an exciting re-entry point for RAL.” The development at 1300 Fairmount is located adjacent to the historic Divine Lorraine Hotel, a
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East Market will transform the area between Market and Chestnut Streets from 11th to 12th Street with residential, retail, and restaurant additions. left: 1300 Fairmount sits on four acres adjacent to the historic Divine Lorraine Hotel. The residences will feature amenities like a roof deck, dog park, and first-floor retail space.
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The one-time epicenter of the city is poised for a comeback. Spanning 4.3 acres, the development known as East Market (21 S. 12th St., 202-496-3370; eastmarketphilly.com) is transforming the area between Market and Chestnut Streets from 11th to 12th Street, creating new residential units, restaurant space, and retail opportunities. “East Market is in the heart of Center City,” says Daniel Killinger, managing director of National Real Estate Development, the company overseeing the project. “The goal is to combine modern office and apartment spaces with cool new retailers, all in one micro neighborhood in the center of it all.” Historically, this area of Market Street was a hub of the Philadelphia shopping scene. “Market Street was always the Philadelphia retail main street—the home of Wanamaker’s and Strawbridge & Clothier,” says Killinger. “[This project] is building on that history.” The anchor tenant will be The Design Center (currently the Marketplace Design Center), which will be relocating to the former Family Court building along 11th Street. “Having The Design Center is perfect—entrepreneurial companies focusing on fabrics, furnishings, or rugs,” says Killinger. “This is where the architects and design firms already are, so it’s reestablishing this neighborhood as that design part of the city.” MOM’s Organic Market, a specialty organic grocer, is also confirmed, with restaurant deals and retail projects being announced in the coming months. For tourists and locals alike, East Market will change the way people access Center City. “On one side we have the Convention Center, Reading Terminal Market, and the
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consideration that influenced its design. “The building has been put together to respond to adjacent developments,” says Spencer. “There is consideration in the architectural design of what’s there now and what will be there in the future.” Due to the scale of the 1300 Fairmount property, the developers found a mixed-use plan to be most appropriate. “We sat down with the city’s administration,” says Robert Levine, president and CEO of RAL, “and together we worked up some programs that would appeal to both the city and the community surrounding the property.” The ground floor will hold retail space, creating a commercial corridor along Ridge Avenue, while the residential space will have frontal facades along the north and east sides of the property. “One of the big goals of the project was to activate the different street frontages,” says Spencer. “Because the site is so large, it can really have a gamechanging position in the city.” To enhance the residential experience, 1300 Fairmount will have an extensive amenity package, including a gym, parking, and a communal roof deck with outdoor dining space and sweeping views of Center City. “We want to create a community feel where it’s everyone’s backyard on that roof,” says Spencer. RAL hopes the project will boost the area as a whole. “It’s the geographic midpoint of Center City and Temple University,” says Robert, “so we hope it will also be a catalyst along North Broad in making that corridor more pedestrian friendly and a better experience for all.” In Center City, a landmark building is being renovated into upscale residential space. The Versailles (1530 Locust St., 215-545-1039; theversaillesapts.com), built in 1920 and designed by Philadelphia architect Fredrick Webber, is being transformed into 112 apartments, all paying homage to the building’s name with a European aesthetic alongside updated amenities. “We have seen a demand for larger two- and three-bedroom rental units that provide an alternative to high-end condos,” says Doug Jordan, managing partner of Alterra Property Group, who is handling the development. “This building will help meet that demand, allowing young families to grow and empty nesters to downsize from their larger suburban homes.” Amenities include Carrara white marble, natural wood flooring, and wall-to-wall windows, with many units also having French doors and Juliet balconies. The lobby will maintain the original architectural details from the historic building, which was important to Alterra. “We are turning the page to a new chapter for this storied building,” says
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Jordan, “while honoring its historic charm and elegance.” The rooftop will offer space for grilling and lounging, as well as a dog run. A yoga studio, business center, children’s center, and media room round out the amenities. “I walk by this project on my way to work, so it brings me great pleasure knowing we will be transforming not only the building, but the corner that it sits on,” says Jordan. The iconic Ritz-Carlton (10 Avenue of the Arts, 215-523-8000; ritzcarlton.com) is making some major changes. By spring 2016, the Ritz will have all-new guest rooms, meeting rooms, and a modernized restaurant, along with updates to the lobby and overall décor. Wimberly Interiors is handling the redesign, which will pay tribute to the original building, first opened as The Girard Trust Company in 1908. “The design of the guest rooms will tell a story through neutral colors, textures, and materials of money and currency, with pops of metallic and bronze, bringing a fresh, sophisticated feel to the hotel,” says general manager Darryll Adams. “The rooms will feature distinct spaces for work and relaxation; the meeting spaces will be updated with a nod to the past through historical motifs in the furniture details.” When completed, the hotel, which will stay open throughout the renovations, will be updated with modern fixtures and clean lines. “The city is ever evolving, and we have hosted global events with the entire world looking at us,” says Adams. “It’s time for our hotel to give back to the city and [give Philadelphians] a well-designed and thoughtful renewal of one of the world’s most iconic brands.” PS
The new guest rooms at the Ritz-Carlton will feature work and leisure spaces in neutral tones. below: A living room at the Ritz-Carlton, decorated by Wimberly Interiors with accents in metallic and bronze tones.
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MacKenzie-Childs’s distinctive home designs look chic any time of year, but the brand’s black and white checked pattern feels especially festive set against holiday hues like burgundy, emerald green, and gold. This season’s collection includes home accents, ornaments, and even pet essentials—and the holiday tabletop pieces make perfect hostess gifts. The three-tier sweet stand and gold-rimmed glassware adorned with foxes are displayworthy long after the holidays are gone. Neiman Marcus, King of Prussia Mall, 610-962-6200; neimanmarcus .com from left: Evergreen enamel tea kettle and Courtly Check enamel tea kettle, MacKenzieChilds ($100 each).
Plano cabinet, Urbia ($1,699).
Parks and recreation
Fairmount Park’s secrets are revealed in a gorgeous new book.
James McClelland and Lynn Miller’s City in a Park: A History of Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park System (Temple University Press) is more than just a coffee-table book—it’s a guide to the hidden treasures of one of the largest landscaped urban parks in the world. As you leaf through its 150 photographs, you’ll discover the journey the infamous LOVE sculpture took before it found its permanent home in Philadelphia, learn where to access an exclusive hikers-only bridge concealed deep within the Wissahickon, and dive into a new culture while learning about Shofuso, the Japanese house and garden donated to Philadelphia in 1958 by the America-Japan Society. It’s the perfect gift for history buffs—or keep it for yourself and experience the park in a whole new way.
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BENTLEY HOMES ASHWOOD HALL MODEL IN DEVON, PA Luxury homebuilder Tom Bentley unveils a 5,800 square foot model home showcasing a contemporary interior design and exquisite fine art collection on a 1-acre site on the Main Line. Open Saturdays & Sundays, 12:00pm-5:00 pm and by appointment. Call 484-459-5447.
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$539,900 Custom 4 bedroom home on over 3 acres. Grand foyer entry, formal LR w/adjoining DR, white kitchen w/granite tops, snack bar/island, 1st foor study w/custom cherry built-ins, 9 f ceilings on 1st foor, 2-story FR features back staircase, gas log FP, wall of windows to allow the view of nature inward. 3 spacious bedrooms w/walk-in closets, plus a master suite w/walk-in closet space & luxury whirlpool bath. Enjoy the newly added sunroom w/rain glass French doors, tile foors and vaulted ceilings.
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NOT TO BE MISSED EVENTS • HAPPENINGS • PROMOTIONS
THE ACADEMY OF MUSIC 159TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT AND BALL Philadelphia’s premier annual white-tie gala will be held January 23, 2016. Yannick Nézet-Séguin and The Philadelphia Orchestra with Special Guest Artist Martin Short will dazzle you in a spectacular evening of music and dining.
THE LOGAN Opening winter 2015, The Logan will be Philadelphia’s hotel. The fully transformed building on One Logan Square will feature rich colors, locally curated artwork, full spa, amazing new wedding and event space and a rooftop patio with a view.
THE LEMON BALL Celebrate 10 years of The Lemon Ball on January 16 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Join Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for an uplifting night of fabulous food and dancing, honoree presentations and inspiring stories, all to advance childhood cancer research.
For tickets visit theacademyball.org or call 215.893.1978.
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It’s just not the holidays without the Nutcracker! Beautiful dancing, sumptuous sets and costumes, and Tschaikovsky’s beautiful score make this the holiday season’s most treasured family event. Experience this magical ballet December 11th to the 31st at the beautiful Academy of Music.
An Evening with Julian Fellowes, creator and writer of Downton Abbey Celebrating 25 years, FBPH will host an elegant fundraising dinner and an interview with Lord Fellowes conducted by CNN host Michael Smerconish,on 12/7 at the Union League.
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Hair O’ The Dog, will commemorate 22 years on January 16th with its biggest celebration to date - Deuces are Wild. Partygoers will wag their tails off at The Crystal Tea Room to GoGo Gadget, Sabeel Chohan, The Business, Mike Galioto & Jason Weiss. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Thon, Penn State’s Dance Marathon supporting pediatric cancer. hairothedog.com 215.600.0009
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JOHN BOLARIS AND THE CONDO SHOP: Taking Luxury Real Estate By Storm Primed by decades of experience working alongside entertainers, media moguls and leading athletes, John Bolaris is renowned for always delivering all-star treatment. Now at the helm of the Sports & Entertainment Division for The Condo Shop and TCS Realty Black Label, he and his team are helping select clients find, design and live stylishly in the homes of their dreams. It’s no wonder VIPs and MVPs prefer John Bolaris.
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“With me and our expert team by your side, you’ll always get the all-star treatment.” JOHN BOLARIS
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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE BENARI JEWELERS From brilliantly bold to elegantly modest, Benari Jewelers carries an exquisite array of earrings, necklaces, rings, time pieces and bracelets from top designers. Find the perfect diamond or engagement ring that will leave her speechless. When the time is right, get it right at Benari Jewelers. Exton: 299 Main Street Newtown Square: 3606 West Chester Pike BenariJewelers.com
D’ANGELO’S Celebrating our 26th anniversary. Family owned and operated. D’Angelo’s is a romantic dinning spot with award winning Italian cuisine and an extraordinary selection of wine. Private dining rooms available for your Holiday celebrations. Serving Lunch and dinner till midnight. Dancing Friday and Saturdays 256 S. 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 215.546.3935, dangeloristorante.com
LOUIS P. BUCKY, PLASTIC SURGERY Give the gift of a glowing complexion with Alphaeon Dermal Solutions DermaTriplex Holiday Set! Get the complete regimen with a bonus plumping Lip Triplex, so you can spread the holiday love with healthy, smooth skin. Exclusively at drbucky.com | 1800 Rittenhouse Square | 215.621.8231
LAGOS Give with delight and receive with wonder! Celebrate the holiday season with signature Caviar collections from LAGOS, including the new Black Caviar Collection. A new color, a new material. Forever Caviar. Sculptural and smooth ceramic beads adorned with 18K Gold, sterling silver, and brilliant diamonds. LAGOS Rittenhouse 1735 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 LAGOS.com lagosrittenhouse@lagos.com 215.567.0770
BLISS TRAVELS
COLE WELLNESS SPA
Make a lasting memory this holiday season with the gift of travel. Bliss Travels creates award winning “exclusive access” culinary and wine vacations in France, Italy & Spain. Be an “insider”. Visit Blisstravels.com to learn more or contact wendy@ blisstravels.com to book.
Cole Wellness Spa is an award winning Organic Salon & Day Spa on the Main Line offering hair color, massage, skin care & more. Mention Philly Style and receive 10% your next service, or 10% off gift card purchases of $100+! N. Wayne Ave Wayne PA 19087 Call 610.688.7546 | Visit ColeWellnessSpa.com
GOLDEN NUGGET JEWELERS Golden Nugget Jewelers specializes in an extensive inventory of loose diamonds GIA certified. Designer engagement rings by Tacori, Ritani, Simon G, Verragio, A. Jaffee, Martin Flyer, Jeff Cooper, ArtCarved, and Michael M. In addition, there is a full selection of finished jewelry. Call 215-925-2777 or goldennuggetjewelry.com
F.C. KERBECK Te new Lamborghini Huracan Spyder is a pinnacle of Italian made taste and handcraftsmanship. Te powerful V-10 engine delivers 610 horsepower accelerating from 0-62 mph in just 3.4 seconds. To experience the Lamborghini Huracan Spyder please contact Joe Innaurato, General Manager at FC Kerbeck’s Lamborghini Palmyra New Jersey, 100 Route 73, Palmyra, NJ. Call 1.800.KERBECK.
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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE ADOLF BIECKER SPA/SALON Tis Holiday Season, if you love it, gift it. Visit Adolf Biecker through December 31. 2015 and receive a $15 Bonus Card with a $100 Gift Card purchase. Limit three Bonus Cards per guest. Bonus Cards valid from January 1, 2016 through January 31. 2016. Visit AdolfBiecker.com
BERNIE ROBBINS JEWELERS From the HEARTS ON FIRE Illa Collection, Cosmic Diamond Bangle in 18k Yellow Gold - 0.40ct. Available at Bernie Robbins Jewelers at the Promenade at Sagemore in Marlton & Somers Point, NJ, Te Radnor Hotel in St. Davids and NEW LOCATION: Promenade at Sycamore in Newtown, PA. Visit bernierobbins.com
GALLERY CARRÉ D’ARTISTES Be original, buy original this holiday season! Contemporary French art gallery CARRÉ D’ARTISTES ofers world-class, one-of-a kind paintings. Afordable, accessible, easy-to-carry, framed on the spot! With pricing from $95 to $540, our paintings make exceptional holiday gifts. Receive 20% of one frame with this listing. Visit 104 S. 13th Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 carredartistesphilly.com 215-735-2800
BMW OF DEVON Te ultimate luxury destination is BMW of Devon. From price to selection, get everything you need- new, used and CPO. Plus, every new BMW includes no cost maintenance. Make your move this holiday season to BMW of Devon. 20 Lancaster Ave, Devon, PA BMWofDevon.com
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Tis spectacular “O” Ring by Rahaminov showcases fve round Forevermark diamonds inside of beautiful round halos of diamonds in 18kt white gold. Delicate milgrain edging is detailed throughout this gorgeous ring. ® View our entire Forevermark collection at our showroom in Cherry Hill or at mortonandrudolph.com. 1900 Route 70 East, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003, 856.424.1101
RED DOOR SPA Beautifully Red. Brilliantly Original. Unwrap gorgeous this holiday. Receive bonus spa dollars with every $100 gift card purchase. Spend $100 get $15 | Spend $200 get $30 | Spend $300 get $45 Valid November 3 – December 25, 2015
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Charlie’s Jeans specializes in premium jean ft for women and men. For over 19 years, we have been known for putting people in their perfect ftting jean from the frst pair on. Te exclusive retailer of Sebastian McCall Jeans, made in USA.
Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list and a little something for yourself at South Moon Under this holiday season! 1731 Chestnut Street,Philadelphia, PA 205 West Lancaster Ave,Wayne, PA Te Promenade at Sagemore, Marlton, NJ Southmoonunder.com
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We begin the inventive finishing process of Maker’s 46® by searing French oak staves and inserting them into American oak barrels. Ten we pour fullymatured Maker’s Mark into those barrels resulting in flavors that are at the perfect balance. makersmark.com/makers-46
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EFFEN® is Dutch for “smooth, even, and balanced.” It is Produced in northern Holland from premium wheat designed to deliver a clean, smooth vodka. effenvodka.com
GLENMORANGIE TASTER PACK LAPHROAIG Te World’s #1 Best-Selling Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky*. Islay distilled and matured; hand-cut Islay peat used to dry the barley; hand-crafted with seasalt influence in every expression. laphroaig.com
VEUVE CLICQUOT YELLOW LABEL ICE JACKET Te perfect accessory for an elegant party or intimate gathering among friends, the Veuve Clicquot Ice Jacket is a sleek Champagne chiller designed to keep a bottle cold for up to two hours. Te innovative Ice Jacket in Veuve Clicquot’s signature yellow color is a stylish and practical way to enjoy a bottle of Yellow Label. Available in select Pa. Fine Wine & Good Spirits Stores.
THE MACALLAN RARE CASK An exquisite and complex single malt hand-chosen by the master whisky maker from less than 1% of the finest sherry oak casks maturing at the Macallan distillery. Tis rich, ruby red whisky is the quintessential expression of Macallan’s superior sherry oak cask and natural color.
Glenmorangie presents the Taster Pack, an invitation for those looking for the classic Glenmorangie Single Malt experience with the opportunity to sample the Extra Matured Range. While the Original 10 Year Old provides the quintessential Glenmorangie flavors and aromas, the three additional 12 Year Old whiskies satisfy a desire for a further taste exploration into Glenmorangie’s expertise in wood maturation. Available in select Pa. Fine Wine & Good Spirits Stores.
GOLIA, MONGOLIA’S ULTRA PREMIUM VODKA BELVEDERE 007 Prepare your Martini in style with the Belvedere 007 Spectre Shaker Pack, featuring a full bottle of Belvedere, in a distinctive and elegant stainless steel shaker. With the world’s original luxury vodka at your side, your martini will be as memorable as any festive occasion. Available in select Pa. Fine Wine & Good Spirits Stores.
Double Gold Medal winning Golia, Mongolia’s Ultra Premium Vodka, is organic, crafted to remove gluten, and distilled at least 6 times. Better Ingredients. Better Distillation. Better Vodka. From the world’s sparsest populated, most rugged country comes the world’s smoothest vodka. Prepare To Conquer and Save $5 off Golia 750ML in December in Pennsylvania Fine Wine & Spirits Stores! Imported by Golia Imports. Please drink responsibly. PLCB Code 6513. $24.99
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PALLINI LIMONCELLO Artisinal, Italian liqueur handcrafted in Rome using only organically grown Sfusato lemons from the Amalfi coast, Pallini Limoncello is unique and adaptable to any occasion. Tis special package features a colorfullypatterned glass-perfect for mixing and muddling, cocktail recipe booklet and 750ml bottle of our premium limoncello. Collect all 3 designs! Castle Brands Inc, 646-356-0200
TEQUILA CHAMUCOS
DARNLEY’S GIN
Tequila Chamucos is a carefully hand crafted, ultra-premium tequila for connoisseurs. It is the true expression of tequila. It’s amazing purity, aroma and flavor is the result of careful small batch production.
Darnley’s View is made by redistilling the botanicals with a four times distilled neutral grain spirit in a pot still. Tis is a London Dry Gin, no flavors are added after distillation-only purified water to reduce gin to its bottling strength.
GLENFIDDICH 14YR BOURBON RESERVE
DOS MADERAS
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is a non-chill filtered, triple blended Irish Whiskey, at 55% ABV. Tis medium bodied limited release is crafted to perfection in small exclusive batches, with distinctive sherry notes and pleasantly spicy creamy pot still whiskey flavors nicely balanced.
Glenfiddich 14Yr Old is aged in ex-bourbon casks for 14 years imparting sweet notes of creamy toffee and our signature summer fruit. Additional finishing in new American oak casks awakens it with the intense richness of vanilla and caramel.
Dos Maderas PX is the world’s only triple cask aged rum, an innovative three-step aging process to create a distinctively rich and smooth taste.
REBEL YELL AMERICAN WHISKEY
Casa Noble, an award winning luxury tequila made from the lowlands of Jalisco, has the ultimate cocktail party gift for the holidays. Te Limited Edition gift pack features a 750 ML of the Certified Organic 100% Blue Agave Tequila, a premium margarita glass, 2 “CervezaRita” clips, and margarita recipe booklet. Serve up a fiesta this holiday with Casa Noble.
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CASA NOBLE A new addition to the Rebel Yell family, American Whiskey combines the smooth flavor of Rebel Yell Kentucky Straight Bourbon with the spiciness of Rebel Yell Rye. Rebel Yell American Whiskey has an incredibly smooth palate for a 90-proof Whiskey, with a dense fruity note and a touch of wheat and rye, followed by oak and hints of chocolate.
Be Noble. Drink Responsibly PLCB CODE: 9839 $39.99
HIGHLAND PARK 18 A single malt whisky like no other. Aged exclusively in ex-Olorosso sherry season casks while combined with aromatic heather infused peat, Highland Park 18YO is the perfect balance between smoky and sweet.
Bloomin’ Fun! P R E V I E W PAR TY FRIDAY, MARCH 4, 2016 P e n n s y l va n i a Co nve n t i o n Ce n t e r
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As “tech neck”—those fine lines and wrinkles that form from hunching over your smartphone— persists, Philadelphians are turning to new treatments for this modern beauty problem. It’s no secret that your phone’s camera filters can hide a multitude of cosmetic sins, from sunburn to dark circles to acne. But you may have noticed that it’s trickier to soften the fine lines and sagging skin forming on your neck. You’re not the only one, according to some of Philadelphia’s top plastic surgeons and skincare experts, who attribute this new obsession with having a flawless neck to, well, the age of selfies. “By taking so many selfies, people see themselves in a really bad position,” says Steven Davis, DO (1916 Rte. 70 East, Cherry Hill, 856-424-1700; daviscps .com). “They’re leaning forward, and all the gravitational aspects, in terms of flaws that you see on your face, are going to happen, no matter your age.” While smartphones have made us more aware of neck imperfections, they might also be the cause of them. Some are calling the condition “tech neck”—the result of over-stressing the neck’s thin skin, muscles, and joints by constantly looking down at your phone. “I’m certain that the misuse of our necks, which is what all of our craning and straining really is, adds to the speed with which our necks age and deteriorate,” says Naomi Fenlin, owner of AboutFace Skincare (1015 Chestnut St., Suite 1205, 215-923-5001; aboutfaceskincare.com). Though less convinced of a definitive reason, other professionals are noticing an uptick in treatments. “I don’t necessarily think that extra texting is causing more wrinkles,” says Louis Bucky, MD, FACS, chief of plastic surgery at Pennsylvania Hospital (Multiple locations, 215-3235000; drbucky.com). “I think we’re more aware of [the state of our necks] because we’re spending so much time in that [downward-facing] position.” Whatever your school of thought, the proof is still in the selfies. But, luckily, there are many treatments available to cure your neck woes. Radiofrequency energy is a minimally invasive way to firm things up. “It actually causes the dermis—the under part of the skin—to remodel,” Dr. Davis says. “As it cools, it becomes a tighter version of itself.” Penn Medicine’s Ivona Percec, MD (23 Morris Ave., Bryn Mawr, 610-9025612; PennMedicine.org), concurs. “Lasers and other energy-based devices, such as radiofrequency or ultrasound, work by releasing energy to stimulate collagen in the skin of the neck,” she says, “which results in skin-tightening and softening of wrinkles.” Some doctors turn to Kybella, which Dr. Bucky says is “kind of like a liposuction for the neck.” The injectable eliminates a double chin by dissolving fat permanently—as long as the patient does not regain the lost weight. Botox is an option, too: AboutFace offers the Nefertiti Lift, which targets the platysmal bands, the two lines running from the chin to the collarbone, and the circumferential lines around the neck—sometimes called “necklace lines”—with injections. Dr. Percec also uses Botox as a treatment for the platysma muscle. “With time, those bands get loose and become much more prominent,” she says. “Botox on the edges of those muscles softens them.” A skincare regimen developed by your doctor can also help. The newest, Nectifirm, was developed specifically for the neck area and uses a cocktail of peptides and antioxidants to firm up skin. There’s little chance you’ll scroll through e-mails or Instagram any less, no matter how many fine lines form, but now you can go to your doctor’s office and talk about the best treatments—with your head held high, of course. PS
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THE GUIDE At Bud & Marilyn’s, the comfort food options include (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT) meatloaf, fried chicken with biscuits, chop suey, and a pupu platter.
AMERICAN COMFORT BUD & MARILYN’S JOINS THE RESTAURANTS ON 13TH STREET WITH A MENU FULL OF CLASSICS.
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Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran are the names behind the revamped 13th Street corridor, and they’re continuing the takeover with Bud & Marilyn’s, their new restaurant on the corner of 13th and Locust. American comfort food is the star of the menu, which devotes a whole section to hot buttered buns, and features shareable savory plates like short rib stroganoff and parsnip ravioli. “American food is lots of cultures coming together; it’s a huge melting pot,” says Turney. “We have food that’s fun and casual, that people crave.” Diners can expect updated versions of their favorites, like Marilyn’s fried chicken with warm biscuits and salted honey butter, and oversize cakes in flavors like chocolate maltball and Funfetti. To go with the comforting fare, Turney and Safran aim to give their restaurant a cozy neighborhood feel. “We named it after my grandparents, Bud and Marilyn Briese,” says Turney. “They owned a restaurant called The Spot for almost 50 years in Ripon, Wisconsin. That is where I learned what it’s like to have a place where you know everyone by their first name.” 1234 Locust St., 215-546-2220; budandmarilyns.com PS
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Spot Burgers has graduated from its popular food truck to a brick-andmortar restaurant in Brewerytown.
Luke Palladino talks about his new restaurant, LP Steak, at Valley Forge Casino Resort. “Now that we’re open, we plan to introduce a brandnew Main Line audience to our seasonal preparations. Holiday time will be exciting for us. Look for us to use
the truck, but the beginning of a new favorite: the Philly Jawn, with Sloppy Joe meat, rib-eye cheesesteak meat, onions, fries, and Cheez Whiz, all on a potato roll. 2821 W. Girard Ave., 484-620-6901
New in Town The restaurateurs who brought us Bufad and Kensington Quarters (among other eateries) have joined forces with the chef previously of Pub & Kitchen and Fitler Dining Room to create Buckminster’s, a bistro-style restaurant with a spirited perk: wine on tap in addition to draught beer. Expect a laid-back vibe and small plates with international flair. 1200 S. 21st St., 267-928-3440; buckminstersphl.com reSTauranT amBra
Right next to Southwark, their other newly acquired restaurant in Queen Village, Chris D’Ambro and Marina De Oliveira are opening Restaurant Ambra, a small
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We first heard of Joncarl Lachman when he opened his Nordic-focused BYOB, Noord. With his new venture, Neuf, he is switching gears and creating a menu rich with flavors from Morocco, Egypt, and Tunisia. Located in the Italian Market, Neuf serves exotic eats like kushari and beef stew, along with specialty cocktails. 943 S. Ninth St., 215-309-5847; neufphilly.com SanTucci’S
The locally famous squarepizza place sets up shop on North Broad in the former
flet chops, and live king crabs. We have a [large] wine selection focusing on legendary California producers as well as many smaller
home of Alessandros Pizza. Diners will find their favorites from the other Santucci’s locations, including The Works, with extra cheese, pepperoni, sausage, green peppers, mushrooms, and onions. Bonus: They also deliver. 655 N. Broad St., 267-6396014; santuccispizza.com SpoT BurGerS
If you’ve spent time in West Philadelphia recently, you may have noticed the bright-yellow Spot Burgers food truck. Now the folks behind the popular truck, which offers burgers, cheesesteaks, and pork sandwiches, are debuting a brick-and-mortar restaurant in Brewerytown. The opening will mark the end of
Veteran restaurant owner Susanna Foo first made a name for herself in Philadelphia with her eponymous Asian fusion dining room at 15th and Walnut Streets. Now, following a long stint in Radnor, Foo returns to Center City, this time partnered with her son, Gabriel, at their jointly named SuGa, where the focus is on traditional Chinese cuisine. 1720 Sansom St.; susannafoo.com
extensive Italian list as well as some amazing Champagnes. Our wine list is set to feature steakhouse classics like California Cabernet Sauvignon, along with a selection of Palladino’s Italian favorites and some surprises from around the world. The list will be composed of about a hundred or more handchosen selections, including some special-occasion tête de cuvée Champagnes and other intriguing sparklers.”
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Get a taste of Bourbon Street without leaving Philadelphia at the new bar and Creole restaurant Tremè, from John Mims. New Orleans flavors define the menu, with shrimp and grits and po’boys at the forefront; there’s also a late-night menu of small plates. A full 75-seat bar and lounge and live music add to the Southern flavor. 667 N. Broad St. PS
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tHe guide Holiday Feasts changes daily, but diners can expect an array of entrées, sides, and appetizers highlighting the flavors of the holiday season in a cozy South Street setting. 1713 South St., 215-545-4448; pumpkinphilly.com
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A Festive Feast THE HOLIDAYS ARE ALL ABOUT CELEBRATING—AND INDULGING. THESE TOP RESTAURANTS ARE THE PERFECT PLACE TO DO BOTH. BY JESSICA GREEN Del Frisco’s Double eagle stea house
Head here every Sunday throughout the holiday season for the Prime Pair Sundays special. A prix-fixe menu allows diners to select a salad, a side, and an eight-ounce filet paired with a signature crab cake, BBQ-spiced shrimp, or lemon garlic scallops. Whatever you choose, don’t end the night without treating yourself to an eggnog pots de crème for dessert. 1426-28 Chestnut St., 215-246-0533; delfriscos.com Fo
When Ellen Yin and Eli Kulp joined forces to create Fork, we knew it would be a success. And now the Old City restaurant has emerged as a coveted holiday reservation. Enjoy the special Feast
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of Seven Fishes for Christmas Eve, along with offerings from the extensive wine list and the raw bar (featuring smoked trout caviar), as well as handmade pastas with fillings such as pork ragu, pickled rhubarb, and fresh cheeses. 306 Market St., 215-625-9425; fork restaurant.com la Peg
For some holiday lovers, it’s not Christmas without a ham, goose, or turkey. But for those who prefer their meals meat-free, La Peg is the place to go. A section of the menu is dedicated to savory vegetarian dishes, like chilled potato leek soup, handmade pasta, and macaroni gratin. For those who crave it, however, the hearty meat section tempts with rabbit couscous, duck
breast, and steak frites. 140 N. Columbus Blvd., 215-3757744; lapegbrasserie.com Mercato
Looking to host a private dinner party for up to 50 of your closest friends? Mercato offers unique celebration options, including private seasonal chef’s tastings and formal dinner packages. We suggest starting with the meat, cheese, and oil menu and opting for the duck prosciutto, semisoft Taleggio cheese, and Calabrian chili olive oil—the trio is perfection. 1216 Spruce St., 215-9852962; mercatobyob.com PuMP n
Celebrating its 11th year, Pumpkin has made a name for itself as one of the first farm-to-table establishments in the city. The menu
On the 37th floor of Two Liberty Place, R2L is a peak spot for holiday gatherings. R2L is a place for celebrations throughout the year (you’ll often witness a proposal, birthday bash, or anniversary party while eating here), but chef Daniel Stern
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Known for its seasonal twists on hot chocolate (classic and spiked with liquor) served in the plush lobby of the Ritz-Carlton, this holiday stalwart also whips up a prix-fixe Christmas Eve dinner each year. Expect classic American dishes made with farm-to-table ingredients in a historic hotel setting. 10 Avenue of the Arts, 215-523-8273; ritzcarlton.com
special during the holidays. “At R2L, we go above and beyond to exceed guest expectations, but when the holiday spirit hits, we bring it to a new level. For intimate holiday dinners, reserve a table or even a window table, celebrate with a bottle of wine or Champagne, and enjoy R2L classics like the 28-day dry-aged 20-ounce rib eye
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Grab your closest friends and reserve the second-floor space for an intimate dinner full of this restaurant’s most popular items. Spicy eggplant and cherry tomatoes on toast is a great way to start your meal. Then feast on another standout: the grilled sea bass, topped with a fireroasted tomato sauce and paired with broccoli. 2031 Walnut St., 267-639-6644; vernickphilly.com PS
with black garlic, or lobster with salt-baked potatoes. If you’re interested in a private event, we have the fexibility to host afternoon celebrations for up to 200 guests, seated dinners for up to 160, and cocktail receptions for up to 300. With our panoramic views of Philadelphia, there is no better place to dine and celebrate in the city.” 50 S. 16th St., 215-564-5337; r2lrestaurant.com
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Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse has a special prix-fixe menu every Sunday through the holidays.
When we think of holiday indulgences, pasta is always a top choice. Kevin Sbraga’s take on potato gnocchi—he adds butter-braised lobster, Jerusalem artichokes, and sea beans—is among Philly’s most inventive renditions of the classic Italian dish. Pair it with the Clover Club cocktail (with Bluecoat gin, lemon, raspberry syrup, and egg white) to make dining at Sbraga a little gift you give yourself this year. 521 S. Broad St., 215-735-1913; sbragadining.com
the guide Celebrate Ring in the new year with cocktails and dinner at Red Owl Tavern.
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As the Ball Drops CELEBRATE IN STYLE AS YOU WELCOME 2016 AT THESE TOP NEW YEAR’S EVE SPOTS. BY JESSICA GREEN Blackfish Bring your favorite bottle of Champagne to this BYOB in Conshohocken and enjoy a menu focusing on the tastes of the season. Seafood is the main ingredient in many of chef Chip Roman’s dishes, and guests can expect American twists on crudo, oysters, and snails. For carnivores, lamb and Lancaster County chicken are frequent stars of the daily menu. 119 Fayette St., Conshohocken, 610397-0888; blackfishrestaurant.com
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If you prefer a quieter evening of haute cuisine and cocktails, head to this restaurant at The Rittenhouse, offering two dining options: a four-course meal of your choice or, for the adventurous, an eight-course meal in which the chef selects each course for you. If you plan to party through the night on New Year’s Eve and need a gourmet breakfast, head here on the first day of the year for a traditional brunch buffet. 210 W. Rittenhouse Sq., 215790-2533; lacroixrestaurant.com
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vantage point when the fireworks begin. A special New Year’s Eve menu will be available, along with the full wine list and cocktails. Order a celebratory bottle of Champagne, or opt for a cocktail like The Ultimate, mixed with Belvedere vodka, house-made spicy pickle brine, and blue cheese olives. 401 S. Columbus Blvd., 215-923-2500; moshulu.com
Red Owl Tavern Get here early for open seating and an à la carte menu until 8 pm, when the celebration becomes more formal, with reserved seating, prix-fixe menus, a band, and cocktails served at the bar until 2 am. A special bonus: Guests who dine at Red Owl will receive special access to the party happening above at Stratus Lounge. 433 Chestnut St., 215-923-2267; redowltavern.com
Restaurant Alba This chic Malvern eatery offers a warm setting for an intimate New Year’s Eve meal. A four-course prix-fixe menu will be available, starting with seafood antipasti, followed by a second course such as lobster bisque or truffled risotto, entrées including sautéed
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thE guidE Celebrate branzino and grilled duck breast, and finishing, of course, with dessert. 7 W. King St., 610644-4009; restaurantalba.com
Square 1682 On New Year’s Eve, chef Caitlin Mateo will serve a prix-fixe dinner until 10 pm, when the restaurant will be transformed into a party space, complete with a DJ and dancing until 2 am. Lead bartender Daniel Kulisek will take the reins, mixing spirited cocktails and serving Champagne specials alongside party favors and an Instagram-worthy display of balloons. 121 S. 17th St., 215563-5008; square1682.com
Tinto Get cozy in this intimate Rittenhouse hideaway while enjoying the flavors of Spain and France. Order Spanish wines by
the glass or cocktails like the Iraty (made with Evan Williams bourbon, muddled lemon, and Campari) or the classic Tinto Sangria (red wine, applejack, lemon, and guindilla). Whatever you choose, you’ll be happily sipping your way into the new year. 114 S. 20th St., 215-665-9150; tintorestaurant.com
Twenty Manning Grill For late-night diners, Twenty Manning will offer seatings through midnight and complimentary Champagne for a toast as the ball drops. A special fourcourse menu will feature some of the best meat and seafood the restaurant has to offer. After dinner, enjoy a leisurely stroll two blocks over to Rittenhouse Square to ring in the new year. 261 S. 20th St., 215-731-0900; twentymanninggrill.com PS
Craft cocktails like the Fedora (pictured), five-star dining, and an overnight at the Wayne Hotel make for a perfect New Year’s Eve.
EvEning AffAir Eric Goods, the executive chef at Paramour, tells us why the Main Line is the place to be this New Year’s Eve. “Main Line foodies don’t have to drive into the city for a fve-star dining experience on New Year’s Eve. They can fnd it right here in Paramour at the Wayne Hotel. Join us and indulge in a special prix-fxe dinner that begins with a complimentary Champagne toast and an amuse-bouche while the frst of fve exquisite courses is prepared. Wine lovers will want to enhance each course with a wine pairing chosen by our sommelier. Anyone traveling a bit further to join us can skip the drive home and stay over at the Wayne Hotel, then continue the celebration the next day with brunch served on New Year’s Day.” 139 E. Lancaster Ave., Wayne, 610-977-0600; paramourwayne.com
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Selfies on ice during the annual New Year’s Eve party. Skate at your own risk. The ice-skating rink transformed into a roller-skating rink this past summer, to the delight of both children of the ’70s and their kids, who may have never seen a shoe with four wheels screwed to the bottom. South Philly hipsters miss Avram Hornik’s Morgan’s Pier while it’s closed for the season and crave Brewery Ommegang near the Delaware. Parents need someplace to drink Irish coffee while the kids are playing.
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19104 Penn Ice Rink at the Class of 1923 Arena
Open September through March.
Figure-skaters-in-training and hockey players of all skill sets are muchneeded eye candy for this otherwise sterile indoor arena. All iPhones are on silent and tucked away in monogrammed totes and Barbour backpacks. There’s no time for photos when practice is under way. The Ed Snider Youth Hockey Foundation holds clinics here for public school kids ages 7 to 12. Also: roller derby tournaments. Drexel hipsters confused by the no-tipping policy at Avram Hornik’s William Street Common need to skate off some steam. Parents who saw The Clash back in 1982 crave bragging rights.
Young professionals, medical students, and Wharton affiliates who think they’re Claude Giroux.
Moschino padded coats, two-tone
POST-SKATING HANGOUTS
POLITICS
brown Abercrombie & Fitch sweaters, Doc Martens boots, Warby Parker glasses. Ortlieb’s (when the second opening act is friends), Charlie was a sinner…, Oscar’s Tavern.
Campaigning for Bernie Sanders but voting for Hillary Clinton.
Worrying about inner-city schools vs. suburban schools, watching the Food Network.
OFF-RINK PASTIMES
Grousing about Comcast, attending every film festival in Philadelphia, Etsy browsing.
That they didn’t sell that property in Washington Crossing when they had the chance; dating down.
REGRETS
That they didn’t buy that house in Wharton/Hawthorne/Bella Vista when it was cheaper; dating up.
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY SHUTTERSTOCK (HOCKEY, SELFIE STICK, POLITICAL SYMBOLS); M. EDLOW FOR VISIT PHILADELPHIA (BLUE CROSS RIVERRINK); GETTY IMAGES (THE CLASH)
19106 Blue Cross RiverRink
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