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new year’s resolutions Wayne Locals Share Wishes for 2016
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Contributing Writer: Robert Groebel
valentine’s day poems Famous Love Poems by Famous Poets
Editor-in-Chief: Laurie M. Wightman Art Director: Nancy N. Follman Contributing Photographers: Rebecca Brett, Brenda Carpenter
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editor’s letter JAN/FEB 2016
Happy New Year Wayne! I hope everyone had a lovely holiday season, and while you are about to dig into 2016, I wanted to send you the best of New Year’s wishes from everyone here at Wayne Magazine. Once again it’s time to look back at the past year, decide what went well, what didn’t and what you would like to change. The ringing in of a new year holds an unspoken promise. The promise that the coming year will be good, perhaps even better than the year before. Sometimes it’s a welcomed hope after a difficult season - maybe this will be your year, the best year of your life. This is always the hope that each of us can hold onto that fills us with positive thoughts as we move into a new year. It’s this hope that I wish upon the entire Wayne community that carries so many wonderful attributes which makes this very unique town one of the greatest places to be a part of. New Year’s resolutions are underway which always gives us a fresh start to strive to be a better person and live a better life. We met with several residents in the last month or so to ask people around town what their biggest resolution was for 2016. We are excited to share with you some of those resolutions in hopes to inspire all of us to reflect on this New Year. Additionally, in the spirit of Valentine’s Day we collected a few of our favorite love poems from some of the most famous poets in time. We hope that it will bring out the romantic in each of you as you honor the ones you love. As always we feature some terrific stories on local businesses who have made a difference in our community, along with our most anticipated stories such as Dog of the Month and Recipes. Overall, we are proud to present you with our first edition in 2016 that we hope you will all enjoy! I wish you all a hopeful January and a February filled with love. Laurie Wightman’s Contact Information: Email: Laurie@ WayneMagazine.com Wayne Magazine Wayne, PA
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Maceo Parker Performance with Special Guests: EVENTS Rugby Road When: Saturday, January 9th – 8 PM Where: Ardmore Music Hall – 23 Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, PA Come on out and support Wayne’s very own local band Rugby Road as they have the privilege to perform with the living funk legend Maceo Parker. Don’t miss out on an incredible performance with the leader of James Brown’s legendary band. It will be a night you won’t forget. Wayne Art Center: Private Bus Tour to Guggenheim and Museum of Art and Design When: Wednesday, January 13th – 7AM-7 PM Where: The Guggenheim, Museum of Art and Design – New York City $225 member / $255 non-member Tour of the Guggenheim: Experience a presentation of Kandinsky's selected canvases from the Guggenheim Collection that traces his aesthetic evolution. In addition, view Frank Lloyd Wright's materials that pay homage to his Usonian house and Pavilion from his Sixty Years of Living Architecture. For more information: WayneArt.org The Saturday Club: Designer Handbag Bingo Night When: Thursday, January 28th – 7 PM-10 PM Where: The Saturday Club – 117 W. Wayne Avenue, Wayne Pennsylvania’s oldest women’s club located right here in Wayne will be kicking off a new festive event for fundraising purposes. Come on out for a night of bingo with friends and laughter and some fabulous designer handbags for the winner’s prizes! For more information: Saturdayclub.org The 5th Annual Daddy/Daughter Valentine’s Dance When: Friday, February 5th – 6:30 PM-8:30 PM Where: The Radnor Hotel – 591 E. Lancaster Avenue, Wayne Calling all Dad’s! Come out for an evening of fun as you dance the night away with your darling daughter or daughters. Let them know that you will always be their first valentine as you show them your greatest dance moves out on the floor. For more information and to register go to: Radnor.com Valentine’s Day at Paramour and The Wayne Hotel When: Sunday, February 14th – 5:30 PM Where: Paramour in The Wayne Hotel – 139 East Lancaster Avenue, Wayne The Paramour Valentine’s Day dining tradition continues for another year of amazing food with a 3 course Prix Fixe Dinner with wine pairings from their very own Sommelier. To make reservations call: 610-977-0600 or go to ParamourWayne.com Main Line Bridal Event at The Radnor Hotel When: Saturday, February 27th – 12:00 PM Where: The Radnor Hotel – 591 E. Lancaster Avenue, Wayne Meet local wedding experts and vendors, try fine food and wedding cake tastings, stay for a fabulous wedding fashion show and much more. WayneMagazine.com | January/February 2016 For more information and to register go to: RadnorHotel.com
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or the first time ever we are delighted to feature two dogs in our Dog of the Month story, as we couldn’t resist the journey these two loving pups have endured to find their family - the Rowley’s. From left to right in the photo we have Penny, a Cavachon (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel/Bichon Frise mix), and Shirley with one eye, a Bichon Frise. Both Penny and Shirley were adopted from Main Line Animal Rescue (MLAR). Both dogs were rescued under very unfortunate circumstances. Penny was found abandoned on a road and gravely ill. After two bladder stone surgeries, provided by MLAR, she is a healthy and happy dog. Shirley spent her first six years living in a cage as a breeding dog at a Lancaster puppy mill. MLAR worked with Shirley to get her used to living in a home and being loved by humans. Both dogs have transitioned quite well in the Rowley household, but each at their own speed. “Penny quickly became comfortable and quite confident in the house. We suspect she was previously a family pet because she knew all basic commands and was completely housebroken,” said owner, Laura Rowley. “Shirley, on the other hand, was much less confident. Even with MLAR’s preparatory training, she was quite cautious moving around in the house and didn’t even recognize the smell of ‘people food.’ However, after a short period of time, she quickly learned to navigate stairs and gain an appreciation for scrambled eggs!”
This dynamic duo loves to spend their time walking the Radnor Trail where they are frequently stopped by others who comment on how adorable they are, and are quite curious about where the dogs came from. Both Penny and Shirley have their own personalities which tend to complement one another. Penny is the “playful alpha” between the two. Shirley is more of a “go with the flow” kind of gal. “Despite coming from very difficult backgrounds where their original interactions with humans were not good, they are unbelievably gentile, friendly, and loyal,” commented Laura. “Perhaps most heartwarming is that they truly look out for each other like sisters.” These dogs deserved a chance at a life filled with love and happiness, and we thank the Rowley family for being open enough to give them all of that and so much more. WayneMagazine.com | January/February 2016
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or most of us, one of our biggest New Year’s Resolutions are based around getting healthier and fitter in the New Year. Has your old work-out routine worn you down or left you uninspired? Maybe you need a fresh approach on how to achieve your fitness goals in 2016! Here at Wayne Magazine we stopped by Plank Fitness to see what all the hype was about, and boy were we in for a surprise. This incredible MegaFormer Pilates Studio is the first of its kind in Pennsylvania and offers an innovative approach to making each of their clients look and feel the best they have in years. Located at 532 W. Lancaster Avenue right here in Wayne, there is no excuse not to try out this 50 minute work-out at least once. Rest assured, you will be hooked!
1 Hilary Ryan (owner) – “We at Plank believe it’s better to be SORE than SORRY! Whether you’re new to working out or an old pro, we believe your resolution should be to try something NEW. The MegaFormer workout is the hottest trend in fitness to hit the market in years. The MegaFormer works because it’s a low impact and high cardio workout that focuses on core strength, and the lengthening and defining of your muscles. We all don’t have hours to spend during the day at the gym weight lifting, running and spinning so in 50 minutes you have the opportunity to change your life on one machine, in one place, one day at a time with the MegaFormer.” 2 Amanda Forcine (teacher) – “Plank takes pilates to the next level. Amping up those principles with the MegaFormer is the only workout where I find continual results and challenge. The community at Plank is friendly and supportive. As an extra bonus, my workout buddies have become great friends!”
3 Ashley King (teacher) – “Plank has been one of the most intense and challenging
workouts I’ve ever experienced. It is an amazing full-body sculpting workout with guaranteed results!”
4 Lisa Kevitch (teacher) – “Megaformer is an overall fitness routine that incorporates: cardio, strength, endurance, body composition and flexibility in one 50 minute class. This full body conditioning class gives you unbelievable energy as well as a great physique!”
5 Graeme Baumstein (teacher) – “Benefits of choosing Plank for the New Year would
be that it’s challenging and a fun way to wake up those muscles for ANY fitness level. Resistance training using the MegaFormer will target small muscle fibers, resulting in fat loss and definition!” WayneMagazine.com | January/February 2016
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HOUSE OF THE MONTH
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A GEORGIAN COLONIAL OASIS
ayne Magazine has partnered with the ever-successful real estate group, The Hospodar Team – a Berkshire Hathaway Home Services group, to feature exclusive homes for sale in Wayne and Radnor. We have been working on this concept for quite some time and are absolutely thrilled to present you with this first home in our 2016 issue to kickoff the New Year! We feel so honored to be working with one of the most successful real estate groups on the Main Line and in Wayne. With over $125 Million in Radnor sales to date, we are confident the Hospodar Team will be revealing some of the best homes available to you right here in your backyard.
Own a piece of history that makes Wayne so very special with this spectacular Georgian Colonial built in 1926 that sits amongst 2.5 magnificent acres. You’ll receive the best of old world elegance along with exquisite updates throughout this majestic manor. As you enter down the private drive you are greeted with a beautiful pebbled courtyard with original brick wall surroundings. With a 4 car garage you will have more than enough room to house your automobiles. You are welcomed by a stunning foyer which leads you into all of the impeccable and beautifully restored rooms on the first floor. The open floor plan features an expansive living room and dining room, library, gourmet kitchen, breakfast area and an impressive two story great room with floor to ceiling woodwork. There are 5 full baths in this stately manor. The second and third floor consists of 7 spectacular and spacious bedrooms that will offer everyone more than enough room for privacy. A completed exercise room which opens to a two-story outdoor lap pool captures the brilliant setting on the second floor. The grounds are absolutely breathtaking and location is within walking distance to downtown Wayne. You can’t beat it! For more information contact Dana Hospodar to discuss further details and a showing of this outstanding home. Email: Dhospodar@comcast.net • Phone: 610-306-0935
HAPPY NEW YEAR from the HOSPODAR TEAM
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We live in WAYNE...love WAYNE...sell WAYNE! If you are looking to SELL or BUY or just would like to chat about the Radnor Market...please reach out: Dana Hospodar 610.306.0935 • dhospodar@comcast.net Ed Hospodar 610.710.1672 • ehospodar@comcast.net Moira Sims 215.620.4467 • sims.moira@gmail.com Liz Vanderwagg 917.583.0591 • liz.vanderwagg@foxroach.com
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NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS 2016
We asked Wayne locals to share their biggest New Year’s resolution for 2016. We hope they will inspire you to have your best year yet! WayneMagazine.com | January/February 2016
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his Valentine’s Day get inspired to be a true romantic by taking a step back in time with some of the greatest love poems in history.
We hope they will move you enough to consider writing a poem of your own for that someone special in your life.
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neighborhood league: A TRUE INSTITUTION OF WAYNE by Laurie Wightman, with the help of The Neighborhood League
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he Neighborhood League is a nonprofit organization, located in the heart of downtown Wayne: 185-191 East Lancaster Avenue. They specialize in the sale of consigned and donated clothing, jewelry, gift items, small furnishings, antiques, housewares, artwork and collectibles. Proceeds are donated to various local non-profit associations. There are three shops in total, all located within one block of each other – Neighborhood League Shop, The Clothing Shop and Alley Door. In 1912, nine women from Wayne organized The Neighborhood League “to promote moral, social and physical betterment in the community.” Their desire was to improve the lives of their less fortunate neighbors. Their priorities were to provide families with improved health care, food, living conditions and clothing. Positive action, outstanding volunteerism and contributions made it possible for the women to remain focused on helping the community. In October of the same year a visiting nurse was secured and would provide health care by horse and buggy to the less fortunate. Initial funds were provided by the founding members and in their first year they received additional funds from subscribers. A committee was also formed to co-operate with local charities while establishing friendly co-operation with the needy themselves. In 1925 a group of volunteers carried on a new venture to handle the large volume of donated clothing and further increase the income of the League and enable them to
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the depression when the Women’s Exchange was opened to provide women an opportunity to supplement their family income by providing homemade products to the consignment shop. In 1932 the shop had increasing success and required more space. This is when they moved to their current location on Lancaster Avenue as well as 8 Louella Court. The Clothing Shop continues to evolve with their newly renovated space located on the second floor of the Neighborhood League Shop. From the moment you walk into the new and fresh space you immediately have the impression that you are in a well-cared for boutique. The charming consignment shop has a lovely flow which leads you from one room to the next filled with gently worn tops, skirts, dresses, pants and coats for women, men, children and teens. Your eyes will linger to the incredible display of vintage and costume jewelry that has a gleaming mix of necklaces, bangles, bracelets, rings and earrings. If shoes is
something you are looking for, be sure to pop into the back
room to check out the fabulous array of designer heels, flats and boots all for your taking. Winter coats have made their debut and the selection is rather impressive whether you are looking to dress yourself up for an evening out, or simply need a warm jacket to get you through these colder months. Key brands carried at The Clothing Shop run the gamut anywhere from Burberry, Chanel, Gloria Vanderbilt to J.Crew, H&M, Lily Pulitzer with so many more options to choose from. There is always something new to find at this cherished consignment shop that has had so much to celebrate for in the past 100+ years of its existence. The Neighborhood League is a true staple in downtown Wayne, and we are ever so grateful to have such an amazing organization standing the test of time to help neighbors in need. Be sure to stop by one of the three businesses to show your support and appreciation for all that they do for our community.
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he most divine designer of them all has been sprinkling her magic around town for over 20 years here in Wayne and on the Main Line. This talented designer is always up to some fabulous project that involves the creation of distinctive interiors for residential and/or commercial clients. With such flawless ease and elegance to her style, this woman always knows how to leave her distinguishing mark on each project she graces. So who is this magical designer and where is she making her sparkle shine brightest here in Wayne these days? If you haven’t heard of Devine Designs, Inc. by now I highly suggest you look up the exceptional Eileen Devine today. She is always on the move creating inspiration within her client’s homes or businesses that look remarkably unique from other well-designed spaces out there. Devine Designs is a full-service interior design firm owned by Eileen Devine and located in the heart of Wayne at 100 Lancaster Avenue. Her portfolio showcases a broad range of decorative styles, new construction and renovation projects. She fills many different roles in working with her clients depending on the scope of the project such as: drawings, documents, purchasing specifications for all interior elements, furnishings and renovations. To assure that Eileen Devine’s high standards of quality are met during every project, she oversees all her company’s design consultations and is involved in every project that the firm undertakes. Alongside Eileen in each project she handles is her ever-so lovely Project Coordinator, Lee Anne McCool, who brings it all together with her highly effective WayneMagazine.com | January/February 2016
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organizational, planning and scheduling skills. “Our work is always done with a high degree of attention to the client’s specific style priorities, budget and design involvement on the project,” commented Eileen. “Our services encompass the early conceptualization of a living environment, the planning, acquisition of furniture, finishes, art, accessories and custom decorative details. It goes all the way through to the installation and enjoyment of a unique space.” She really goes the extra mile by offering her clients access to her network of highly specialized and skilled vendors, trades and craftspeople.
So what exciting projects has Eileen been taking on these days? A renovation project at a local university for starters. This particular university has a terrific architectural
and historical feel, but the administration is looking for that feel to be the initial overall impression. They have confidently brought on Devine Designs to make a solid artistic improvement that will reinforce the university’s image. Other residential projects have kept the firm bustling around town and beyond. One in particular is a mountain house that a key client has asked for immense direction from in Devine Designs. “Our goal is to develop and create well-thought-out room plans and decorative schemes that are aesthetically pleasing, interesting and exciting with emphasis on space planning, room arrangements, furnishings, unusual window treatments, rugs, art, lighting and other decorative details,” remarked Eileen. “It is quite exciting and as in all cases, our goal is to understand the client’s lifestyle, and explore their vision for the spaces.” Devine Designs accepts projects based on the creative challenge of the work rather than the size of the budget. They pride themselves on integrity and honesty, and therefore will engage only in project work for which they know their services will add value. They never hesitate to refer clients to the best resource, no matter what the impact is to their firm.” Devine Designs is known to use a client-centered and collaborative approach which ensures that the finished product
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meets their clients’ expectations of style and quality while capturing their personal interest tastes and lifestyles. “With many clients, I have made a commitment to become part of their lives, as well as their lifestyle, “added Eileen. “That’s really what the business is about – establishing a relationship and working with each client as a partner.” As the winter has finally embarked on us, and we begin to cozy up to a warm fire, I took it upon myself to ask Eileen what tips she could offer to create a warmer aesthetic to our homes during those colder evenings. Here is what she had to say:
BOOKS “I savor my books. There isn’t anything cozier than curling up in a most comfy reading chair. I incorporate books in my designs and even created a Vassar Designer Showhouse space celebrating writers and books.” MARTINI BAR “Warm your spirit with a martini! A friend just turned me on to ‘Tipsy Olives!’” FAUX FUR THROW “Whether draped over the back of a favorite chair or folded at the end of a bed, they add a drama, style and a touch of cozy richness.” LIGHT A FIRE “I can’t think of anything that makes a room feel cozier. Homes have changed architecturally over the years, but the fireplace has remained constant – the appeal of a fireplace is timeless.”
COMFY OTTOMAN “Move an oversized upholstered ottoman in front of your sofa instead of a traditional coffee table.. and then put your feet up!” Tips like these will make you want to turn your home into a winter oasis, and why not? It’s a time of year to give in a little, decompress and become reacquainted with the interior of your own beautiful home. So what are you waiting for? It’s time to get started. Eileen Devine is always around the corner to make things a little cozier for you.
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OPERATION BIRTHDAY CAKE by Laurie Wightman
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eet Winthrop Little, the adventurous teddy bear who has written the first book in a series of his memoirs, chronicling growing up in a suburban American family. He writes in the first-bear, stream of consciousness literary style. This is the first glimpse into the clandestine lives of teddy bears and he is finally breaking the silence. Winthrop wants humans to understand that teddy bears have little souls and feelings just like us. In his first book he shares his adventures of living with the Little family. Winthrop is the teddy bear of Shay Little who is a sweet 7-year-old boy who loves Winthrop and his other teddy bear, PJ, more than anything. Together, Winthrop and PJ discover that little teddy bears can have big responsibilities as they look after their boy Shay, and make sure that he is always protected. In this interactive memoir, Winthrop and PJ have a major emergency where they must save the day with baking a birthday cake for Shay’s seventh birthday. The exciting aspect of this book is that you and your children read the digital book from an iPad where there are many interactive icons along the way that offer you fun facts about Winthrop Little and all of his great interests living in the Little’s household. We had the wonderful opportunity of being able to sit down with the Wayne local himself and ask him about his new book and what it is like to be a teddy bear in this day and age. We hope you will consider opening yourself up to the memoirs of Winthrop Little. Be sure to check out his website: WinthropLittle.com to learn more and purchase this delightful book. We hope this will be the first memoir of many to come from our new favorite teddy bear here in Wayne. WayneMagazine.com | January/February 2016
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A Few Questions for Winthrop Little: LW: Winthrop, what would you like humans to understand about Teddy Bears? WL: Miss Wightman, first I would like to thank you for meeting me here today to talk about my book, my life, and my quest. By the way, this hot chocolate is very good! I think it is important for humans to know that we are all alive and that we have feelings. For nearly a hundred years, we bears have had to live in total silence, appearing to be lifeless, so that our humans would have no idea that we are alive. But too often, we are left on the bed in the guest bedroom or put in a box in the closet and ignored for months on end. I think that if humans know that we are alive, then they will know that we love them back, and we will not be left to collect dust. LW: What is the best part about being a Teddy Bear? WL: Wow, that’s a tough question. Hmmm. The best part of being a teddy bear is when you get to cuddle with your human and make them feel safe. But this means that the worst part is when we are tossed into a closet, or left on the guest bed, and totally ignored. There are other really good things too. We love to slide down the stair banisters, and we love to take care of our humans. I’m now a very good baker. I think I was sewn to do this. LW: What are some of the struggles that you face Winthrop? (ex: maneuvering yourself around the house?) WL: Living in a house that has everything sized for human beings is a struggle, but if you read my book, I describe how we manage the issue of being so small in a large house. The biggest struggle, well, for me at least, is to always return to the same position and expression we had when we were last seen. It’s not always easy to remember how we were last seen. But you see, if we do not do this, humans would get confused, or even suspicious. It’s also very hard to not blink when you know that a human is looking right at you. Why is it that you have an itch or need to blink right when you are being watched?! LW: How long have you been Shay Little’s teddy bear and what is your most favorite part of being Shay’s stuffed animal? WayneMagazine.com | January/February 2016
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WL: I was a gift for Shay when he was very young. When he went off to college I knew that the other bears and I would be left on his bed while he was away. I figured that if I broke the code of silence, and let our humans know that we are alive, we would get to interact with our human family, forever. They are wonderful people. LW: Do you enjoy creating adventures around the Little’s household that normally end in a mystery of some sort? Why? Well, yes. They are not always intended to be a mystery. But so often we make things go missing, like a sock or a pen....well, we took it to fix something around the house. We laugh a lot though, because the humans go crazy looking for whatever they just put down. Our adventures generally start out because we are trying to help our family, or protect them, or something like that.
LW: It must be scary always sneaking around the house being a bit mischievous. Do you ever get worried you will get caught? WL: Oh my gosh, yes! we have had a lot of close calls. We aren’t trying to be mischievous. It’s just that we are little bears, and things tend to happen! I try to recount some of those in my memoirs. Our closest call was in the museum of Natural Science, but you’ll have to read about that in the second book of my memoirs. It was very exciting! LW: It’s important that people know that stuffed animals have souls just like us. By telling your adventures around the Little’s house, is it your way of breaking the silence for all stuffed animals? WL: Yes, totally! And this article in your fabulous magazine will really help get the message out there to everybody. I really appreciate this. By the way, what is your distribution? I hope it is at least in all the countries where my book is available for Ipad purchase. LW: Do you plan on sharing more of your adventures in a second book sometime soon? WL: So far, my memoirs include three books. One is currently available in the Ipad App format. I call it an App-Book. The other two are not out yet, but they are written. I will continue to write my memoirs, if I feel that the public wants to read more.
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The Ultimate French Toast
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• 6 large eggs • 2 cups heavy cream or half and half • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract • ¼ cup sugar • 1 pinch kosher salt • ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg • Zest of 1 lemon • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for serving • 1 French baguette, sliced in 2 inch thick pieces 1. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the cream, vanilla, sugar, salt, zest, nutmeg and whisk until thoroughly combined. 2. Place bread slices in a 9 x 13 pan, cut side up – slowly pour custard over. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. It is recommended to flip the bread once during this time to ensure good absorption. 3. Preheat oven to 200 degrees. 4. In a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of butter and swirl the pan to coat. Make sure the butter does not brown. 5. Remove the bread slices from baking dish and place a few slices in the center of the skillet. Cook, flipping once, until both sides are golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Repeat with the remaining slices. 6. Place each slice on a foil-lined baking sheet and keep warm in the oven while you prepare the rest. 7. Serve the French toast with additional butter and maple syrup. WayneMagazine.com | January/February 2016
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Parmesan and Thyme Shortbreads These pair nicely with a bottle of crisp champagne • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour • 1 1/2 cups cold butter, diced • 4 ounces Gruyere cheese, finely grated • 4 ounces Parmesan cheese, freshly grated • 2 teaspoons freshly minced thyme • 1 egg yolk beaten with 1-tablespoon water • Freshly ground black pepper 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Place flour, butter, cheeses (reserving 2 tablespoons of Parmesan) and thyme in a food processor; pulse until mixture forms crumbly dough. Add a little cold water (1 teaspoon at a time), if necessary, to form a ball. 3. Roll out on a floured surface to form an 8-10 inch log. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. 4. Slice log into 1/3 inch rounds and place on a parchment lined baking sheet. 5. Brush shortbreads lightly with egg mixture and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and black pepper. 6. Bake until golden brown, approximately 15-20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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