BHG - August 2016 by Lawrence Ambrocio

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PRETTY PORCHES, GARDENS, AND PARTIES

We Love National Parks p. 144

Grill the Perfect Burger p. 90

Our Favorite New Hydrangeas p. 120

Fall Festivities

Even though fall is a busy time of year, plan a low-key get-together to enjoy reconnecting and reuniting with family and friends.

Get inspired and try these festive fall ideas to help bring everyone together!

1 Homemade Taste Celebrate the new school year with a themed potluck. Ask everyone to bring a favorite dish from childhood. The memories shared over each dish will spark conversation and inspire new meaning for the next generation.

2 Game On! Football is always a good excuse to rally family and friends. Create the ultimate tailgating experience in your own backyard. Satisfy your rowdy crowd with a barbeque TQSFBE BOE TJNQMF m OHFS GPPET Wash everything down with the refreshing home-brewed taste of Gold Peak Tea.

3 Reclaim Sunday At the end of an active weekend, the best quality time is spent relaxing with family. Disconnect from devices, play a board game and enjoy an uninterrupted meal together.

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LIFE IN COLOR 114 PRESS PLAY The whole house is a recreation zone for this young family.

120 SHADES OF SUMMER Pretty pink or true blue—check out these vivid new hydrangeas.

124 FAMILY TREES This family celebrates their olive harvest with a delicious tradition.

132 INSIDE OUT The most inviting room in this house just might be the porch.

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HOME 25 COLOR Sweet peach and zingy mint.

FAMILY SPACES A new home made to feel retro.

FAMILY PETS Pet stuﬀ you won’t want to hide.

I DID IT TV center turned play kitchen.

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SPECIAL: AMERICAN FAMILY ROOM Our favorite place to relax.

BEFORE & AFTER A dated kitchen goes farmhouse.

69 ORGANIZING Kid spaces that play hard and work smart.

74 THE DIRT 76 GARDENERS WE LOVE Meet our new favorite succulent-obsessed tween.

80 GARDENS Hostas are heroes of the shade.

FOOD 89 CRAVINGS Creamy cheese and juicy fruit.

90 HOW TO COOK The perfect burger. Period.

96 FAST & FRESH 109 NEW WAYS Not the same old green beans.

ON THE COVER PHOTO BLAINE MOATS

Hydrangeas provided by Bailey Nurseries and Proven Winners ColorChoice Shrubs

FRESH 11 OBSESSED 14 SHOPKEEPER 18 EDITOR’S PICKS 20 TRENDS 22 IN PERSON

IN EVERY ISSUE 4 EDITOR’S LETTER 8 BHG.COM 136 THE KITCHEN

BETTER 144 GOOD TO KNOW Capture your vacation in images.

146 FAMILY TRAVEL Our national parks are 100 years old. Get out and celebrate!

COOKBOOK

164 BHG THROWBACK

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EDITOR’S LETTER vacation days I love to travel. In fact, I always have some sort of trip penciled in my calendar. My wanderlust started early: We Orrs were Texans on the move. That’s us (below left) at a family reunion at Aquarena Springs in San Marcos, Texas. You can tell by the way my dad is holding me (the little scampy one) that I was eager to go see the “mermaids” who swam in the crystal clear springs drinking bottles of Coke while holding their breath underwater. For my family, travel has always meant the excitement of getting away from home and the humdrum demands of ordinary life while educating ourselves about the world around us. But vacations do something else. They knit families of every type and composition together. I’ll always cherish a trip to Yellowstone National Park as an adult with my aging father shortly after Mom died. Though we were still a bit in shock, we marveled in childlike wonder at the otherworldliness of all the sulfurous geysers, fumaroles, and bubbling mud pits. Though he isn’t able to travel now, my dad will always be the leader of our pack, whether it’s a ﬁshing trip in Alaska, getting lost on a Swiss mountain road, or trying to ﬁgure out how a mermaid can drink underwater. Perhaps the best part of travel is returning home, opening the front door, and noticing how the house smells comfortingly familiar yet somewhat different. We arrive back lighter and more carefree. We notice the particular way the afternoon sun lights up the living room and how badly the throw pillows on the couch need a refresh. Did the house change while we were away? No, we did.

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Gingham never really goes out of style, but we’re particularly loving it in this sophisticated palette of neutrals and soft hues that feels more English manor than cutesy country. Pastels like pale lavender and dusty teal paired with grays and black are a stylish new take on this standby pattern.

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G I N G HAM S H E ET S ET

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Can go beachy or Scandinavian. $58 for two pillowcases, $228 for queen sheet set; serenaandlily.com

Dress up a plain-Jane dresser with this painterly patterned hardware. $6 each; anthropologie.com

These adorable kitchen mainstays reverse to a sweet dot pattern. $32 each; smallgunns.com

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SAB R E G I N G HAM PL AC E S ET TI N G

G I N G HAM C H EC K WALLPAPE R

Resin-covered fabric is at home holding accessories or serving cocktails. $18–$38; shop-foglinen.com

Yes, this acrylic ﬂatware is casual, but elegant gray holds its own in formal settings. $82 for ﬁve pieces; didriks.com

Use this vinyl in hard-wearing areas (like mudrooms) or as drawer liners. $56 a roll; wallpaperdirect.com/us

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Pair it with a small-scale print or an oversize pattern to go from demure to vibrant. $47; ballarddesigns.com

Turn this gold-rim cup into a little ﬂower vessel for your bedside table. $45; shop.ensoie.com

The perfect little piece of furniture in a stately oversize check. $225; caitlinwilson.com Q

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SHEET SET AND WALLPAPER: BLAINE MOATS

Gingham originally referred to the fabric’s construction and comes from a Malay word meaning “striped.” It has since become synonymous with the ever-popular two-tone check pattern.

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FR E S H S H O P K E E P E R

hotels to shop

The latest hotel shops go beyond the mini-mart in the lobby concept. Check out a few of our favorites. POKETO AT THE LINE HOTEL

INSIDER GUIDE Ted and Angie love to visit these spots in and near Koreatown.

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DOC U M E NT CO F F E E BAR

This spare, minimalist alternative to the typical Koreatown cafe (which Angie deems “slightly gaudy and girly”) has excellent coffee and a leafy, plant-filled outdoor seating area. documentcoffeebar.com

LOS AN G E LE S CO U NT Y M U S E U M O F ART (L AC MA )

“There’s a really cool indoor-outdoor experience here. Outside installations like Levitated Mass are very speciﬁc to L.A., and they’re free!” Ted says. lacma.org

KI M ’S H O M E C E NTE R

This 30-year-old, two-story housewares ﬁxture is packed with ingenious Korean gadgets you won’t ﬁnd anywhere else— including the special kimchi refrigerator Angie’s mother adores. kimshome.com

Colorful, witty Poketo brings a dose of delight to the industrial-cool feel of The Line Hotel in L.A.’s Koreatown. Stocked with modern-minimalist housewares, stationery, apothecary goods, and accessories, it’s a smaller outpost of Ted Vadakan and Angie Myung’s popular Arts District ﬂagship. “The hotel wasn’t looking for a cookie-cutter shop with the normal knickknacks, and we would never do that,” Ted says. Besides atypical souvenirs—we’ll take the exclusive jute-and-leather tote designed by local brand Apolis (above left)—the store offers workshops on topics like social media and loom weaving. thelinehotel.com

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THE SHOP AT THE STANDARD Miami If you can drag yourself away from the waterfall hot tub, saltwater inﬁnity pool, hammam, and mud baths at The Standard Spa Miami Beach, you will ﬁnd (right by the juice bar) a laid-back mini surf shop stocked with everything—sunscreen, ultrachic swimwear, caftans, sunglasses, and cover-ups, plus exclusive posters and books by artists celebrating Miami. standardhotels.com/miami

THE LARDER AT HOTEL EMMA Inside the opulent Hotel Emma in San Antonio— the latest occupant of a landmark 1894 brewery— sits this equally handsome café and market offering groceries from local producers and prepared foods by chef John Brand. Enjoy a grilled Virginia ham, Manchego, and quince mustard sandwich on the patio or pack it up for a picnic by the river. thehotelemma.com

ADDITIONAL SHOPS x 21C MUSEUM HOTELS Louisville, KY (and other cities) The innovative shop at the ﬂagship location of this novel art museum-hotel partnership features artist-designed T-shirts and locally made jewelry. 21cmuseumhotels.com x ACE HOTEL New Orleans, LA

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Each branch of this chic hotel line is stocked with wares by local artisans. At the NOLA branch, you’ll ﬁnd a gorgeous calendar celebrating the city’s history and, naturally, a cocktail shaker. acehotel.com/neworleans x MADE AT HOTEL TERRA Jackson Hole, WY Remember your stay with

a vintagey poster of a nearby landmark or colorful buckingbroncos drinking glasses. hotelterrajacksonhole.com x MERCANTILE AT CAVALLO POINT

Sausalito, CA This very California-dreamin’ hotel has a shop to match featuring delicate jewelry with an organic feel and

free-spirited ceramics. cavallopoint.com/shop x PLANT THE FUTURE AT 1 HOTEL

Miami, FL This sleek nature-inspired hotel chose an equally highconcept retail partner: a plant shop known for melding greenery and sculpture. 1hotels.com/south-beach Q

PHOTOS: (THE STANDARD SHOP) COURTESY OF THE STANDARD; (THE LARDER) CHASE DANIEL

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Get a bright-eyed look. Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Luscious Mascara, $9; drugstores

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Take down T-zone shine. Boscia Pink Peppermint Blotting Linens, $6; boscia.com PRI M E R

Like an Instagram ﬁ lter for your skin. Physicians Formula Super CC Blur Primer Stick SPF 30, $12.95; drugstores PH O N E CAS E

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Prevents melting in hot weather. Pixi Beauty Makeup Fixing Mist, $15; target.com

HOW TO POSE It’s time to retire the “chicken wing” —that staged, hand-on-hip, beauty pageant pose. Instead, place one foot behind the other, angle your body toward the camera, and rest your arms loosely at your sides. “You’ll achieve the eﬀect of looking slimmer without looking so posed,” says Cristina Ehrlich, a celebrity stylist and red carpet expert. Q

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PHOTOS: (PRODUCTS) BLAINE MOATS AND MARTY BALDWIN, (ELLEN) KATHRYN GAMBLE; ILLUSTRATION: SUJEAN RIM

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ALOE, aka nature’s most soothing succulent, packs a surprising number of beneﬁts that have made it one very cool beauty trend. “Aloe works a bit like aspirin, helping to relieve itchy or irritated skin,” says Whitney Bowe, M.D., a New York Citybased dermatologist. “It also reduces redness and swelling by inhibiting the body’s release of histamine”—hence the sunburn and bug bite relief. Those same eﬀects can calm other rednessrelated issues and soothe itchy outbreaks. But aloe is also an excellent moisturizer with natural exfoliating properties, so you’ll want to make room for it in your everyday beauty routine this summer,

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7 A.M. Head home—hopefully my husband has gotten the kids ready for the day, so I can hop in the shower. 7:15 A.M. Slather on lots of Strivectin Tightening Body Cream ($59; strivectin.com). I’ve noticed that it really

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has ﬁ rmed up the skin on my arms and tush.

7:18 A.M. Apply Tizo3 tinted sunscreen—usually while holding a toddler—then Gabriel Cosmetics mascara and eyeliner ($12–$16; Whole Foods Market). I ﬁ nish with tinted lip balm and a little bit of Kuumba Made Persian Garden fragrance oil on my wrists. I ﬁ nd that many fragrances change when they hit your skin, but this scent stays true. 7:48 A.M. I like to blow my hair out straight even though the South Carolina humidity is my enemy.

Oribe Royal Blowout Heat Styling Spray ($68; oribe.com) cuts right through the frizz.

8 A.M. My husband usually ducks out for a run, so I try to keep the twins entertained with a cartoon while I get dressed. Our summer collection at Troubadour is based on easy dresses, wearable fabrics, and botanical prints. For a day in the oﬃ ce, I pair them with slip-on Vans and no-fuss jewelry. 8:30 A.M. Drop the twins at day care and head into the oﬃ ce. Q

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TRO U BADO U R

Sedgewick Dress, $285; shoptroubadour.com

PHOTOS: (PORTRAIT) LUCY CUNEO PHOTOGRAPHY, (TIZO3) BLAINE MOATS

5:15 A.M. Wake up, grab my coffee and a bottle of water, then head to a military-style fi tness boot camp near my house. It’s taught by real Citadel marines who yell the entire time. Intense, but very effective!

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COLOR

PEACH & MINT Reminiscent of melting sherbet on a hot day, this lick-your-lips combo blends the warmth of peach with the coolness of mint. Try balancing pale shades of each (this photo) for a breezy summer look, or pick a soft shade for the wall countered by bolder accents of peach and mint for a modern take on this garden-fresh palette.

Are minty hues for you?

Take our color quiz to ﬁnd out! BHG.com/AugustColor

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H O M E C O LO R

ART

Shapes on Shapes Print, $18; luluand georgia.com

BOWLS

Rosalie Bowls (set of 2), $30; luluandgeorgia .com

BENCH

When cool, refreshing mint partners with the warmth of sweet summer peach, the palette feels familiar, like a happy memory, says designer Tobi Fairley. “In the ‘80s and ‘90s the colors were muddier and less refined,” she says. To keep the look current, “Choose a clearer and more natural shade for an updated look.” Peach and mint play well with navy, chartreuse, or even soft yellow schemes.

PI LLOW

Pastel Feathers Decorative Throw Pillow, $35; etsy.com

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Add a gorgeous glow to a study or library with this creamy shade. 2169-50 Benjamin Moore

This soft color creates a spa-like atmosphere in the bedroom. C2-704 C2 Paint Q

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Shelby Rubber Wood Bedroom Bench, $174.99; allmodern.com

SCHOOL’S in SESSION BREE HESTER, BLOGGER AT BAKED BREE, SHARES HER GO-TO TIPS TO HELP TACKLE THIS EXCITING BACK-TO-SCHOOL SEASON.

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Before you take your kids clothes shopping, HAVE A FASHION SHOW! Have them try on everything to see what still ﬁts and what can be passed on. Clean and organize drawers and closets to see what you need to purchase for the upcoming school year.

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Celebrate a new school year by DECORATING YOUR CHILD’S BACKPACK, lunchbox, or pencil case. Personalize it to match your child’s personality—my kids love hand sanitizer holders, key chains, and pins on their backpacks. Watch tutorials online to GET SOME HAIR STYLE INSPIRATION. Braids, buns, and twists are a lot of fun to learn how to do and look great for school.

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ONE BIG HAPPY BACK TO SCHOOL Gymboree wrote the book on mix-and-match outﬁts kids love. For this back-to-school season, there’s more to choose from than ever. Cute tunics and leggings for her. Comfy pull-on pants and shirts for him. Plus, the new Gymgo Active collection for everywhere from the classroom to the soccer ﬁeld.

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By switching out standard materials for fixtures and finishes packed with style, this Austin couple turned a small new build into their mod dream house.

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Melissa Bellaire, here with son Milo, didn’t like her builder’s selection of light ﬁxtures, so she found her own: George Nelson’s Saucer Crisscross Bubble Pendant from Herman Miller. It’s crisp and timeless, and along with the Eames chairs, it sets a midcentury tone.

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Todd had to dust the knickknacks as a kid, so he’s averse to keeping anything extra. —HOMEOWNER MELISSA BELLAIRE WALL FOG 517-3 PIT TSBU RG H PAINTS

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is known for its quirky midcentury modern homes, and Dallas transplants Melissa and Todd Bellaire had their hearts set on one. But a competitive housing market turned their attention to a new development with an urbanist design concept—one that pushed homes closer to the street and to each other. They liked the idea of this town-in-a-town with front porches, foot traffic, parks, and young families. But to make a new build feel like home, they’d need to tweak the standard builder fare, and with lots selling fast and a baby on the way, the clock was ticking. Within a year, they had chosen a lot, picked a plan, researched style ideas, and brought in designer Amity Worrel to help choose ﬁnishes and furnishings that could stand up to kid life. “We also liked that her aesthetic challenged us,” Melissa says. “She showed us things we would never have thought of, but we really love.”

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TOUGH STUFF

Minimalist style meets durability in the open living area. The white leather couch from IKEA wipes clean, as does the textured rug (Zambia by Stanton).

MEETING PLACE

Forgoing railings on the grade-level front porch, left, invites a neighborly wave or drop-in visit on the recycled plastic rocker and sofa (Emmet from Room and Board). Outside and in, bold orange punctuates the wood ﬁnishes and neutrals.

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STEP OUTSIDE

To make the most of their small side yard, the Bellaires hired local landscapers Open Envelope Studio, who designed this combo bench and lounger, left. The L shape provides extra seating for group gatherings or some legroom for Melissa to recline with a book. A short fence follows the property line, and a wall of quick-growing bamboo adds height and privacy to their sunny corner lot.

ROCK OUT

The yard is accessible through the kitchen’s French doors and features separate zones for dining, lounging, and grilling. Nixing grass for lowmaintenance Texas basalt stones leaves more time for all three. A layer of pavers deﬁnes the dining space and keeps the table steady.

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We turned a cookie-cutter house into something very —MELISSA BELLAIRE personal. Everything is a reflection of who we are. THE BLUES

A painting by Kelly Eoﬀ ties together the many shades of the room’s complementary blueand-orange palette, while the sleek proﬁles of the nightstand and headboard recall the mod vibes from the rest of the house. Melissa found the blue dinosaur planter on Etsy. “It’s very Austin— weird, fun, whimsical.”

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The couple scoured Austin’s vintage stores for midcentury pieces like this cabinet, above. Todd and Melissa love music, both live and recorded, and they framed a few album covers from their very eclectic collection.

BUILT-INS Instead of counter seating, they added shelves to the kitchen island, right. It gives the open main level a modern look, and it adds storage for cookbooks and toys. Plus, it keeps Milo playing outside of the kitchen work zone. Q

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And the cats, too! There’s no reason your pet’s stuff has to ruin your room. These picks will keep you both content.

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1 KIT T Y LO U N G E R Remove the seat for easy washing. $59.95; thegrommet.com 2 STRI PE D DOG TE E PE E Give your pup a private retreat! $85; pipolli.com 3 C L A S S I C TOY B I N Stow toys post-play session in this stylish jute bin. $18; harrybarker.com 4 DOG PL AC E MAT The wax canvas mat wipes clean with a damp cloth—perfect for sloppy eaters. $42; farmhousepottery.com 5 DOG BOWLS With little messages at the bottoms, they’re cute enough to leave out 24/7. $64 for two; magenta-inc.com 6 WAM P R AM P Worth the splurge for older pets who need a sturdy boost onto furniture. $232; freshamerican.annieselke.com 7 CAT B E D Cozy cat cave is handmade from felted wool. $109; etsy.com/shop/agnesfelt 8 WOVE N DOT S N U G G LE R B E D Our dog models gave it two paws up. In three sizes and three colors. $98–$148; waggo.com Q

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i did it!

When this creative mom turned an old TV cabinet into a new kind of entertainment center for her sons, she thought of everything—even the kitchen sink. Just for fun. What better reason to create a play kitchen? Carrie Spalding of Roanoke, Virginia, did it for next to nothing by reconfi guring a $15 entertainment center she found on Craigslist and making it look like a mini kitchen with paint. The payoff was son Griffi n’s reaction when he fi rst saw it: ”Total delight,“ Carrie says. ”He immediately got to work—stirring things on the stove, ‘running water,‘ putting things in the oven.“ She was sure he would love it (and that eventually his brother, Asher, will too), but Carrie admits she had an ulterior motive: “I knew I would have a blast fi guring out how to make a tiny sink, stove, and backsplash.“ And she did. Check out Carrie's play kitchen recipe, page 48.

THIS CUTE KITCHEN TOOK $55 AND ABOUT 20 HOURS TO CREATE .

BEFORE

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BY KIT SEL ZER PHOTOS LINCOLN BARBOUR

Recipe idea: THE GREEN BANANA SHAKE 3 1 packet ®Classic French Vanilla Flavor Carnation Breakfast 3 3 3 3

Essentials Complete Nutritional Drink 1 cup ice cubes 1 cup prepared green tea, chilled 1/2 frozen banana Blend all ingredients until smooth. Enjoy!

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WHAT SHE DID

Adapt Carrie’s makeover techniques to get an old entertainment center ready for cooking, cooling , and cleaning up.

REWORK A T V CAB I N ET The entertainment center Carrie found was sturdy and had a TV shelf that was a good counter height for kids. It was built as a series of boxes, so Carrie could move and remove pieces to create an oven, fridge, and storage cabinet. She made appliance doors from ¾-inch plywood and a new back from hardboard, a ﬁberboard sold at home centers.

MEET CARRIE SPALDING She shares budget-friendly home projects on her blog, Lovely Etc. I D IY B ECAU S E

I ﬁgured out that making something yourself is usually cheaper. But I also love the creative process—the feeling of satisfaction and the ability to create something that is exactly what you want.

PAI NT TH E COU NTE RTOP To create the look of granite, Carrie primed the counter and painted it black. Then she dabbed on crafts paint (two shades of gray plus silver) using a synthetic sea sponge and ﬁ nished with a

B E ST D IY S KI LL

polycrylic sealer. “It looks just a like a real counter,” she says. “My husband asked where I bought it.”

PAI NT TH E APPLIANC E S After priming the appliance doors, Carrie spray-painted them silver, but it wasn’t shiny enough to mimic stainless steel. Her ﬁx: Krylon Original

Chrome spray paint. She taped oﬀ a square for the cooktop and sprayed it chrome, too, then ﬁnished all the shiny surfaces with polycrylic sealer.

PAI NT TH E BAC KS PL AS H Before attaching the hardboard back to the unit, Carrie painted it the cabinet color. She made a plastic stencil of eight 2½×5-inch subway tiles and applied aqua paint with a foam roller.

I N STALL HARDWARE Carrie reused the TV cabinet hinges on the refrigerator and bought a new hinge for the bottom of the oven door. To complement the cooktop burners (four CDs, painted and glued on), Carrie chose actual replacement cooktop knobs (they twist!). The handles for the oven and fridge are cabinet pulls.

ON THE SURFACE For the appliances: Krylon Original Chrome spray paint, $7.64 for 8 oz.; amazon.com. If you don‘t want to paint the counter and backsplash, try these self-adhesive options: Duck Brand Peel and Stick Laminate, $5.48 for 20"×22' roll; walmart.com. Room Mates Peel & Stick epoxy tiles, $33.99 for four 10½"×10½" sheets; wayfair.com.

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Persistence. Almost every project turns out amazing eventually if you don’t give up. I N S PI R E D BY

Things I find at yard sales and flea markets. I love finding something outdated and figuring out a way to make it beautiful and relevant again. B E ST WAY TO S PE N D $ 5 0

Great paint, quality paintbrushes, and some really good chocolates. EVE RY H O M E N E E DS

Meaningful art on the walls—big family photos, favorite quotes, children’s artwork, maps of places you have been. Q

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MAKE HOLE S Using a jigsaw, Carrie cut holes in the counter for the sink (a stainless-steel pan she got at Goodwill for 50 cents!) and a bath faucet she bought at a yard sale. She also cut a window in the oven door and drilled holes for the cooktop knobs and door handles.

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HISTORY LESSON In the late 19th century parlors and sitting rooms were the social spaces in homes—if you had the time and resources to be social. Living rooms started showing up in the early 1900s as people had more leisure time and spending money. Family rooms came on the scene in the 1950s as parents discovered that spending time with the kids was actually a good thing. Living rooms hosted formal occasions, and family rooms were more casual and fun. Dens, other midcentury rooms, tended to be small, quiet, knotty pine-ﬁlled spaces for reading or working.

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What do we call the familyfriendly space where everyone hangs out?

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SECTIONALS ARE THE MINIVANS OF FURNITURE: BIG, KID-FRIENDLY, AND UNTIL RECENTLY, BORING. TRY ONE OF THESE STYLISH OPTIONS TO ELEVATE ANY ROOM, WITH OR WITHOUT A FAMILY. S U M P TU O U S S E ATI N G

A tufted bench seat in velvet makes this midcentury-style sectional ultraposh. Bolsters included. Sven in Paciﬁc Blue, $2,199; article.com

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By designer Kyle Shuneman, this compact two-piece sectional with a rolled back and swoop arms softens boxy spaces. Jackson in Sand, $2,188; apt2b.com

Move the chaise from side to side with the reversible cushion and ottoman. Hughes in Taylor Felt Grey, $1,999; joybird.com

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SLOAN CONCRETE C-TABLE This hefty yet airy open-ended C-shape table is a modern take on the classic TV tray and works wherever you sit. $149; potterybarn.com

Modern, midcentury furniture is everywhere we look. It’s no wonder it feels right at home in our family room: Both became popular at the same time.

SECTIONALS

TERMS TO KNOW 56 BHG | August 2016

Left arm or left arm facing (LAF) means when you are facing the sectional, the arm (chair, chaise, love seat) is to your left.

Right arm facing (RAF) means the arm is on the right. Corner chairs and wedges are used to connect chairs and love seats.

Armless chairs and love seats add extra seating between corner chairs and arm sections.

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What will family rooms in 2020 look like?

“We know things are going to be far S H E LLY PALM E R more connected When it comes to and in ways we consumer electronics, can’t imagine now,” Shelly Palmer is our technology Shelly says, “We’ll whisperer. For tech talk to our house news and what through OK Google, it means, bookmark Alexa, Siri, and shellypalmer.com. other devices. Our smart TVs will be capable of helping us run our home’s security, heating, air-conditioning, and energy efficiency.” How will we watch television in the future? “The biggest change with TV will

be behind the scenes,” Shelly says. “Cable companies will start delivering our television signals using Internet Protocol (IP-Video). IP-Video is only viewable when you ask for it.” Bottom line: Cable companies and IP-Video delivery companies (such as Hulu and YouTube) will have the ability to customize your feed—the same way newsfeeds on Facebook and Instagram are “curated” for you. Will family rooms become the smart hub of homes? “Family rooms will

continue to be the hub of home,” Shelly says, “but people with smartphones, not rooms, will control the world.”

Super-Ultra High Deﬁnition with Smart Hub, a new technology that allows diﬀerent platforms to interact. Translation: This TV has a-maz-ing picture quality and technology that lets Samsung interact with Apple devices. Starting at $4,499 for a 65-inch model; samsung.com

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GOING MOBILE

GOOD CONNECTIONS

SAFE AND SOUND

FOR THE FUTURE

Handheld mobile devices will be the new entertainment center. We’ll spend as much time, if not more, on mobile devices as we do on television.

Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 5G, and other technologies will continue to evolve and allow diﬀerent devices to interact and make it easier to connect wirelessly.

Speakers will be wireless and also listen, like Amazon’s Echo. Security cameras will be everywhere.

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MULTITASKING What other activities are you doing while watching TV?

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FAMILY ME-TIME

Sometimes we need to tune out the family (a little SpongeBob goes a long way). Whether you’re listening to music on your phone, watching movies on a laptop, or surﬁng videos on YouTube, there’s a headphone for everyone in the family.

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Open-air ear pads have partial noise-canceling capability so parents can watch movies or enjoy music and still listen for the inevitable, “Mom!” $99; gradolabs.com

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To get the kitchen of their dreams, one couple did their remodeling homework, learned a few new skills, and put their DIY know-how to the test.

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BEFORE

hey could have saved for years to replace the cabinets in their suburban Boston kitchen. But an affordable facelift gave Nina and Mack Hendrick faster results and more satisfaction. Before painting the cabinets, they read online tutorials, watched videos, and tested several techniques. Their ﬁ nal process involved sanding, applying DryDex Spackling to ﬁ ll the grain of the oak cabinets, priming, and spraying on coats of a self-leveling, water-base enamel. The result: like-new cabinets for less than $300. Nina and Mack also built an island using a marble slab found on Craigslist and taught themselves to tile the backsplash. “By saving on big-ticket items,” says Nina, who writes a design blog at ninahendrick.com, “we were able to get our dream kitchen for hundreds instead of thousands.”

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EVERY INCH COUNTS: THERE’S USEFUL STOR AGE INSIDE THIS CUSTOM HOOD.

THE DOMSJO FIRECLAY SINK ($312 .98; IKEA .COM ) FITS A T YPICAL 36 - INCH SINK BASE CABINET.

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AT A GLANCE

Nina and Mack turned a breakfast nook into a comfy family spot, top left. They built a window seat with storage under the lid and made a dining table using the planks from a pine picnic table.

A new apron-front sink, above, hides raw countertop edges— a result of cutting out a section of the granite with an angle grinder. (It’s a risky project that Nina and Mack are glad they did but don’t necessarily recommend.)

The couple created the look of a high-end range hood by building a shell for a standard undercabinet vent, top right. The front panel of the hood has a friction lid support (the kind used on toy boxes to hold the lid open).

Pantry doors, above, now swing instead of slide. Dividers, shelves, and pullout trays organize food, cookbooks, and even the electronic equipment (cable box, Blu-ray player, and subwoofer) that works remotely with the family room TV. Q

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BY LACEY HOWARD; PHOTOS: BRIAN MCWEENEY; STYLING: JANNA LUFKIN

Long school days are on the horizon, and rooms in these two homes reveal how dedicated spaces for hanging out or hitting the books can ease your kids’ transition back to school—and keep your home clutter-free!

ALL FUN & GAMES

FIND A SEAT

ON DISPLAY

IN THE DARK

Houston decorator and prop stylist Becki Griffin outfitted this “boy cave” for her 16-year-old twin sons. An affordable sofa with chaise (Ektorp from IKEA), above, has plenty of room for the boys to stretch out or pile on with friends for movie night. The gray slipcover “hides most of the dirt my boys bring home,” Becki says.

Instead of splurging on custom built-ins, Becki lined up four inexpensive bookcases (Billy from IKEA). The shelves hold mementos, movies, video games, and books. To give the display a focal point, she removed two shelves so she could ﬁt larger items like globes and a dartboard. Clip-on lights at the top of each bookcase add ambience.

“Decorating around a TV is a challenge for everyone,” Becki says. “They’re just so big!” To make this 50-inch ﬂat-screen disappear, left, she coated the wall with ﬂat black chalkboard paint, hung papier-mâché trophies, and used chalk to draw a “mount” around each one. The dark wall gives a movie-theater experience.

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JOINT OFFICE Three sisters (16, 14, and 11) share this cheerful, eﬃcient homework spot just oﬀ the living room. Butcher-block countertops stretched between base cabinets wrap three walls, giving them plenty of work space.

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EASY ART GALLERY: STRING AND COLORFUL CLOTHESPINS .

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SET UP A HOMEWORK STATION Kids can do their homework almost anywhere as long as it’s properly equipped, says Barbara Reich, professional organizer and author of Secrets of an Organized Mom. Here’s what you need to know:

WELL SUPPLIED At her stretch of countertop, right, each girl has a schoolissued laptop and everything she needs to work independently: tape dispenser, stapler, calendar, and pencils.

BIG ENOUGH

The work surface should be able to ﬁt an open textbook, an open notebook, and a computer at the same time.

THE RIGHT DIRECTION

WITHIN ARM’S REACH

The U-shape layout means each workstation faces a diﬀerent way, which cuts down on distractions.

OPEN & CLOSED A combo of cabinets and cubbies keeps supplies handy, left. Text and reference books are stored in the cabinets; the cubbies keep paper of all kinds (graph, art, and construction).

PAPER TRAIL Making kids responsible for their own papers and supplies instills good habits. In this oﬃce, each girl has two of her own desk drawers and two ﬁle drawers.

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Everything you might need while working—even a trash can—should be reachable from where you sit. “Getting up breaks your focus,” Reich says. “Research shows it can take 25 minutes to get back in the concentration zone.” If your work spot tends to move from desk to kitchen table to dining table, keep supplies on a rolling cart. DIVIDE & CONQUER

If the teacher isn’t already using this system, show your child how to use a diﬀerent color of pocket folder for each class. Keep assignments on one side and completed work on the other. Q

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EXTRA ABSORBENT Three ways to limit runoff in your yard:

TOLERANT PLANTS, RAIN GARDENS CAPTURE WATER, PREVENTING RUNOFF. B E WATE R - S MART

Rain gardens are designed to keep surface water on driveways, roofs, patios, and lawns from ﬂowing into city stormwater systems and potentially polluting streams, lakes, and even the drinking supply. A rain garden holds the excess moisture until it percolates into the soil. SOI L MAT TE RS

BERM

A mounded garden as low as 12 inches tall will halt water ﬂow until it slowly soaks in.

Rain gardens with sandy or silty soil oﬀer the best drainage. After a soaking rain, moisture moves through these spongy soils quickly and is usually completely absorbed within 24 to 48 hours. For heavy clay soils, improve drainage with organic matter and choose tolerant plants, often labeled as “clay-busters.” PE R M E AB LE PAVE RS

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A smart alternative to solid concrete, water soaks through openings

Locate a rain garden a minimum of 10–20 feet from the house to keep standing water away from the foundation. Take advantage of low depressions in your yard that naturally channel or collect rainfall. Use ﬂexible downspout extensions to help direct water to a rain garden.

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Meet 12-year-old Matthew Wong, a lover of succulents and cacti and just about everything else in nature around his home in California.

FIRST PLANT

An aloe. I overwatered it, and it wasn’t happy. I learned in science class how desert plants store water. Now I just water once a week. FAVORITE SPECIES

All bizarre and monstrous cacti and succulents—crested ones, giant ones, and some that are just a centimeter tall. Isn’t that amazing? A PERFECT DAY

I work with my plants, then hike, then dig holes in my yard—I love to dig. WHEN I GROW UP

I would like to be a naturalist. And a geologist. And a chemist—I like chemical reactions! My interests are like a tree—I started with succulents, but I branch out in all directions.

Matthew Wong’s collection of unusual cacti and succulents has grown from a single aloe to 95 different species, including Opuntia santarita, left, and stapelia, above, which has flowers that smell like rotting meat. “It’s to attract flies and other pollinators,” Matthew says.

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Dainty blooms top this fat-trunked succulent.

A glossy yellow ﬂower tops this cylindrical cactus.

The spineless branches resemble Medusa’s hair.

A climber or rambler with tiny teeth on leaf margins.

HOW TO GROW SUCCULENTS Succulents will live happily in any container with drainage holes. Low-growing species like sedums are good for wreaths and vertical planters because they require minimal soil.

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Hostas are like great white shirts—you can never have too many. In our test garden, their layers look cool even on the hottest days. Hostas in varying sizes, shapes, textures, and hues overlap in velvety layers in a shady corner of the Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden®.

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Buttery leaf margins on this shorty lighten a sea of darker greens.

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The mother of impressive, quilted, blue-green hostas.

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If you love mozzarella, it’s time you met its softer, creamier cousin, burrata. The fresh Italian cheese is semi-ﬁrm on the outside, like mozzarella. But thanks to the addition of cream, it has a buttery curdlike interior that almost spills out when cut. It’s a dream pairing for juicy stone fruit—peaches, plums, nectarines, apricots. Add a sprinkle of mint and a drizzle of oil, and the result is a richer, sweeter interpretation of the much-loved caprese. Recipe, page 142.

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There’s the burger you want to eat. And then there’s the burger that’s so rich, juicy, and bursting with beefy flavor you just want to devour it. We went in search of the best-ever backyard burger and found it with grilling expert Jamie Purviance and his simple secrets.

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ALL-STAR BURGER It’s all about the patty: a dark outer crust and juicy interior seasoned to let the ﬂavor of the meat shine. Accessorize with toppings as you please— there’s no wrong way!

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JAMIE’S BURGER BASICS Jamie Purviance knows grilling. As a top barbecue expert and Weber’s master griller, he’s written more than a dozen cookbooks on the subject. ”The key to a great burger is quality meat and maintaining juiciness,” he says. Here’s how to get there:

RECIPE BLUEPRINT THE GRIND “Ground chuck (about 18 percent fat) is better for burgers than ground round (about 12 percent). Use 11⁄2 lb. to make four burgers. You want meat that’s been ground in the past 24 hours. Avoid packages that have any browning or look smashed. You can ask your butcher to grind some chuck for you to ensure freshness.” EXTRA FLAVOR “Sometimes I also like to throw in a little Worcestershire and grated onion to taste, or even some roasted chiles or bell peppers. Anything that adds moisture to the meat will improve both the taste and the juiciness.”

A LIGHT TOUCH “I salt and pepper the meat ﬁrst along with any ﬂavor additions (this ensures the patty is seasoned throughout), and then use my hands to just incorporate. Avoid overmixing—your burger will have a pasty consistency.”

GREAT SHAPE “The ideal patty thickness is 3⁄4 inch. Thinner, and it’s likely to dry out before developing a nice crust on the outside; thicker, and the crust might blacken before the center reaches medium doneness.”

BURGERS PUFF UP SLIGHTLY WHEN COOKED. JAMIE’S TRICK? MAKE A SHALLOW WELL IN THE CENTER OF EACH R AW PAT T Y FOR NICE FLAT BURGERS .

GRILLING KNOW-HOW Grill 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium doneness (160°F).

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GRILL SETUP

Direct medium-high heat (400º to 450ºF) gives the surface of the burger that delicious crust and excellent grill marks. Make sure the grate is really clean to avoid sticking.

LESS IS MORE

The more you flip your burger, the less flavor it develops, so aim for just once. And don’t press down on the burgers with a spatula—you’ll squeeze out all kinds of flavorful juices.

KEEP A LID ON IT

Keeping the lid on the grill makes a better burger. It not only adds a more intense smokiness, but also keeps moisture trapped inside so there’s less risk of drying out the burger.

F O O D H OW T O C O O K

FLAVOR CHANGE-UP BACON CHEESEBURGERS WITH KENTUCKY BOURBON SAUCE ALL THE RIGHT NOTES This splurge of a burger is what Jamie calls a “full orchestra of ﬂ avors”—gooey cheddar, crisp bacon, and a killer (but easy!) sauce that’s sweet, smoky, and tangy.

MORE GRILLING RECIPES AND TIPS Check out Jamie’s latest cookbook, New American Barbecue. It’s packed with 120 recipes (including lots of fun twists on regional classics—think pulled pork, brisket, ribs, and more) plus insider secrets from barbecue masters about getting the most out of your grill. (Houghton Miﬄin Harcourt; $24.99)

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“Grilling with wood chips takes your burgers into barbecue land by adding all sorts of smoky complexity,” Jamie says. HANDS-ON TIME 25 min. TOTAL TIME 55 min. 2

large handfuls hickory or mesquite wood chips 1 recipe Kentucky Bourbon Sauce, below 1 1⁄2 lb. ground chuck (80 percent lean) 4 oz. smoked cheddar cheese, shredded or sliced 4 hamburger buns, split 8 slices cooked bacon

1. Soak wood chips in water at least 30 minutes. Prepare Kentucky Bourbon Sauce. 2. Meanwhile, mix ground chuck, 1 tsp. kosher salt, and 1⁄2 tsp. black pepper; form four 3⁄4 -inchthick patties. Make shallow indentations in centers of patties. Chill until ready to grill. 3. Prepare grill for direct cooking over mediumhigh heat (400º to 450ºF). Drain wood chips; add to charcoal or to smoker box of a gas grill, following manufacturer’s directions; cover. When smoke appears, grill patties over direct medium-high heat, covered, to medium doneness (160ºF), 8 to 10 minutes, turning once. During last minute, place 1 oz. cheese on each patty and toast buns, cut sides down, over direct heat. 4. Build burgers on buns with lettuce, tomato, bacon slices, and Kentucky Bourbon Sauce. KENTUCKY BOURBON SAUCE In a heavy medium saucepan warm 2 tsp. vegetable oil over medium heat. Add 2 slices bacon, cut into 1 ⁄2 -inch pieces; cook until crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain; reserve drippings in pan. Add 1 ﬁnely chopped yellow onion (2⁄3 cup) to pan; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook until soft and golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1 clove garlic, minced; cook 1 minute. Add 1 ⁄4 cup bourbon; increase heat to mediumhigh. Boil 1 minute. Add 1 cup ketchup, 1⁄4 cup water, 3 Tbsp. cider vinegar, 3 Tbsp. unsulfured molasses (not blackstrap), 2 Tbsp. dark steak sauce, 1 Tbsp. spicy brown mustard, 1 tsp. liquid smoke, and 1⁄2 tsp. hot pepper sauce. Bring to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes or until reduced to 2 cups, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in cooked bacon. EACH BURGER 1,011 cal, 60 g fat, 177 mg chol, 2,152 mg sodium, 57 g carb, 2 g ﬁber, 349 g pro. Q

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COOL SPOONFULS When it’s too hot to turn on the stove, we turn to the blender. In this riﬀ on gazpacho, watermelon replaces the traditional cucumber, lime juice oﬀers some zip, and sourdough bread gives the soup some body.

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WE HEART THE BLT If ever a month had an oﬃcial meal, we’re pretty sure August would claim the BLT. We’ve taken the ultimate summer sandwich and turned it into a hearty salad drizzled with a thick and creamy herb dressing that’s light-years fresher and tastier than even the best bottle of ranch.

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WATERMELON-TOMATO GAZPACHO Top this pretty pink soup with thin slices of watermelon, red onion, and tomato—or serrano chile for a touch of heat. Crumbled feta or a dollop of sour cream would be tangy and delicious, too. TOTAL TIME 25 min. 2

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slices bread, such as sourdough, crusts removed, torn into pieces (1 cup) Tbsp. sherry vinegar or cider vinegar cups cubed watermelon, seeds removed large tomatoes, cored and quartered (about 1 1⁄2 lb.) medium red sweet pepper, stemmed, seeded, and quartered small red onion, quartered Tbsp. lime juice Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1. In a small bowl combine bread, vinegar, and 1 Tbsp. water. Let stand 10 minutes. 2. Working in batches, in a blender or food processor puree watermelon, bread mixture, tomatoes, sweet pepper, onion, lime juice, olive oil, and 1⁄2 tsp. kosher salt. Serve immediately or chill up to 2 days. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 172 cal, 4 g fat, 312 mg sodium, 33 g carb, 4 g ﬁber, 4 g pro.

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BLT SALAD WITH CREAMY CHIVE DRESSING Combining the garlic with the vinegar and a pinch of salt ﬁrst helps mellow its raw ﬂavor in this use-it-onanything dressing. Make a double batch to keep on hand for veggie dipping throughout the week. TOTAL TIME 25 min. 12 2 1 3 ⁄4 1 ⁄4 2 1 1

oz. sliced smoked bacon (14 slices) Tbsp. cider vinegar clove garlic, minced cup sour cream cup chopped fresh chives Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil to 2 Tbsp. milk head green leaf or Bibb lettuce, broken into leaves

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large ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges large croissants or one 8-oz. baguette, sliced and toasted

1. In a large skillet cook bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels. Meanwhile, for dressing, in a small bowl combine vinegar, garlic, and a pinch of kosher salt; let stand 10 minutes. Whisk in sour cream, chives, and olive oil. Thin with milk to desired consistency. 2. On a platter arrange lettuce, tomatoes, croissant slices, and bacon. Season with 1⁄4 tsp. each kosher salt and black pepper; drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with additional chopped fresh chives. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 428 cal, 24 g fat, 49 mg chol, 890 mg sodium, 35 g carb, 2 g ﬁber, 16 g pro.

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C H O RIZO & SQ UAS H Q U E SAD I LL AS

CHEESE, PLEASE Quesadillas meet all the weeknight marks. Easy? Check. Fast? Check. Crowd-pleasing? Double check. Try something unexpected, like this chorizo-squash combo topped with lime-soaked red onions.

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CHORIZO & SQUASH QUESADILLAS

DINNER ARITHMETIC This easy weeknight main comes down to a simple equation: grains + veggies + nuts + herbs = clean-outthe-fridge easy. A little spice and a squeeze of citrus or vinegar add big-time ﬂavor.

Chorizo comes in a variety of forms, shapes, and sizes. Dried smoked chorizo is sold in thin links that can be cut into pepperoni-like slices. Because of its high fat content, this sausage can be cooked and drained before adding to a dish. You can slice and eat dried chorizo without cooking, too—a tasty addition to any cheese board! TOTAL TIME 35 min. 1 2 2 8 8 2 1 1

medium red onion, halved and very thinly sliced (1⁄2 cup) Tbsp. fresh lime juice dried smoked chorizo sausage links (3 1⁄4 oz. total), thinly sliced 6-inch corn tortillas oz. Monterey Jack cheese or mild cheddar cheese, shredded small zucchini and/or summer squash, thinly sliced (2 cups) to 2 Tbsp. olive oil cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves

1. Preheat oven to 250°F. Place a baking sheet in oven. In a small bowl combine onion, lime juice, and a pinch kosher salt. 2. Meanwhile, heat an extra-large skillet over medium heat. Add chorizo. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Wipe out skillet. 3. Top 4 of the tortillas with half of the cheese. Arrange zucchini and chorizo on each; top with remaining cheese and remaining tortillas. Add 1 Tbsp. oil to skillet; heat over medium heat. Place two quesadillas in skillet. Cook 2 minutes each side until browned and cheese melts. Transfer to oven. Repeat with remaining quesadillas, adding more oil, if needed. 4. Stir cilantro into onions. Serve with quesadillas. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 427 cal, 27 g fat, 63 mg chol, 725 mg sodium, 26 g carb, 4 g ﬁber, 22 g pro.

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QUINOA & SUMMER VEGETABLES Grain salads are great warm or at room temp. Get ahead by making the quinoa earlier in the week, or save some time with quinoa in microwaveable pouches. We like to keep a few in the pantry for hectic nights when we need dinner fast! TOTAL TIME 30 min. 11⁄2 cups quinoa, rinsed 1 ⁄4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium zucchini, chopped or sliced into 1⁄2 -inch pieces 1 yellow, red, or orange sweet pepper, chopped 1 ⁄2 tsp. smoked paprika 6 green onions, bias-sliced 1 ⁄3 cup almonds, toasted and chopped 2 cups loosely packed cilantro leaves Lemon wedges

1. Cook quinoa according to package directions; transfer to a large bowl. 2. In a large skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini in a single layer. Cook, without stirring, 2 to 3 minutes or until browned on one side. Add a pinch of kosher salt. Stir; reduce heat to medium. Add sweet pepper; cook 2 minutes more, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender. Stir in paprika; transfer mixture to bowl with quinoa. 3. Stir in green onions, almonds, and 1 ⁄4 tsp. each kosher salt and black pepper. Stir in cilantro just before serving. Serve with lemon wedges. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 456 cal, 24 g fat, 171 mg sodium, 52 g carb, 9 g ﬁber, 13 g pro.

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THE CHOICE OF ITALY ®

F O O D FA S T & F R E S H

MARINADE FOR THE WIN This grilled steak is ultratender thanks to a lime marinade that’s a little bit sweet, a little bit salty, and all kinds of ﬂavorful. Crisp carrot and cucumber plus a handful of mint and basil are a light and bright balance to the juicy meat.

THAI RICE NOODLE & GRILLED STEAK SALAD How you slice a piece of meat is key to how tender it is, especially with tougher cuts. Thin slices cut against the grain (across rather than parallel to the muscle ﬁbers) are more tender and easier to chew. HANDS-ON TIME 20 min. TOTAL TIME 50 min. 3 3 2 1 2 3 ⁄4 1 ⁄4

limes Tbsp. fish sauce Tbsp. sugar Tbsp. vegetable oil cloves garlic, minced lb. flat iron, flank, or skirt steak tsp. crushed red pepper

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oz. ﬂat rice noodles, cooked, drained, and rinsed cups torn green leaf lettuce medium seedless cucumber, thinly sliced carrots, thinly bias-sliced cup basil leaves cup mint leaves cup peanuts, coarsely chopped

1. Finely shred zest from 2 of the limes; juice to get 1⁄4 cup. In a small bowl whisk together 1 Tbsp. of the ﬁsh sauce, 1 Tbsp. of the sugar, lime zest, oil, and garlic. Place steak in a resealable plastic bag; pour mixture over steak. Seal bag, turning to coat. Marinate in refrigerator 15 minutes or up to 24 hours. Drain;

discard marinade. Grill steak on rack of a covered grill directly over medium heat 15 to 18 minutes or until desired doneness. Cover. Let rest 5 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, for dressing, in a small bowl whisk together lime juice, remaining ﬁsh sauce and sugar, 1 Tbsp. water, and red pepper. In a large bowl combine noodles, lettuce, cucumber, carrots, basil, and mint. Thinly slice steak against the grain; arrange on salad. Sprinkle with peanuts. Serve with dressing and remaining lime, cut into wedges. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 524 cal, 18 g fat, 55 mg chol, 1,138 mg sodium, 65 g carb, 5 g ﬁber, 28 g pro. Q

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FOOD

new ways with

GREEN BEANS

RECIPES AND FOOD STYLING: GREG LUNA; PROP STYLING: SUE MITCHELL

Familiar and easy, but rarely revolutionary—steamed beans, we’re looking at you. Try a fresh new taste with these big, bold-flavored dishes.

TAKE YOUR PICK

QUICK TRIM

FREEZE THE BOUNTY

Look for slender, bright green beans that are crisp and blemish-free. Avoid bulging, leathery-looking beans—they’re old! Store beans unwashed in a plastic bag in the fridge for up to a week.

Stack beans on a cutting board with the tough stem ends on one side; press with your palm. Using a chef’s knife, make one cut to remove stems. (The skinny, tapered tips are tender and ﬁne to eat.)

Preserve surplus beans at their freshest. First blanch whole or cut beans: Boil them 3 minutes, then submerge in ice water. Drain and transfer to freezer containers, leaving a 1⁄2 -inch headspace.

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F O O D N E W WAYS

THIS TART GETS ITS KICK FROM GOCHUJANG, A SPICY, GARLICK Y FERMENTED KOREAN CHILI PASTE . FIND IT IN THE ASIAN SECTION AT YOUR GROCERY STORE .

SESAME GREEN BEAN TART Let 1 rolled refrigerated piecrust stand according to package. Unroll; sprinkle with 1 Tbsp. sesame seeds. Gently roll over crust with rolling pin. Press into a 10-inch tart pan with removable bottom; trim edge. Line with double thickness of foil; bake at 425°F 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 6 minutes. Remove. Reduce heat to 375°F. In a skillet cook 6 slices bacon until crisp. Remove; reserve 1 Tbsp. drippings in skillet. Add 1 lb. green beans, cut into 3- to 4-inch pieces, and ½ tsp. salt. Cook over

medium-high heat 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1 bunch sliced green onions. Transfer to crust. In a medium bowl whisk together 2 Tbsp. gochujang and 2 Tbsp. water. Whisk in 5 eggs and 1 tsp. sesame oil. Pour into crust. Bake 20 minutes or until set. Crumble bacon over tart. Top with sesame seeds. MAKE S 6 servings.

CHOPPED GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH MANCHEGO Cut 1¼ lb. green beans into 1-inch pieces; cook in a large pot of salted boiling water 4 minutes. Transfer to ice water; drain. In a blender combine ⅓ cup red wine vinegar, ⅓ cup minced shallots, ½ tsp. salt, and ¼ tsp. black pepper. Add 4 oz. ﬁnely shredded Manchego or Parmesan and ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil. Blend until smooth. In a

bowl combine beans, dressing, 2 cups cooked farro, 3⁄4 cup toasted almonds, 3⁄4 cup golden raisins, and 2 oz. chopped Manchego or Parmesan. Season to taste. MAKE S

4 servings.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE & TWO-BEAN SKILLET In a large skillet heat 1 Tbsp. extravirgin olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 uncooked Italian sausage links (1 lb.); cook 10 minutes, turning occasionally. Add 2 peeled, sliced shallots and 1 Tbsp. minced garlic; cook 30 seconds. Add 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Add 12 oz. green beans and one 15-oz. can rinsed, drained cannellini beans; return to simmer. Cover; cook 5 minutes or until green beans are crisp-tender and sausage is done (160°F). Stir in 8 oz. halved cherry tomatoes and ⅓ cup chopped Italian parsley. MAKE S

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I SCREAM, YOU SCREAM ...

Come August, everyone’s screaming for something cool. We prescribe naps on a screen porch, cannonballs into the pool, and double scoops of ice cream. PHOTO AN DY LYON S

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We hid coins all around and drew maps for the girls. They take locating treasures very seriously.

Here I am pretending I know something about birds. I know nothing!

Bubbles are helpful if you want your kid to sit still for a fun photo. Check out that focus!

PRESS PLAY IN HER OWN SMART AND SASSY WORDS, MOMMY SHORTS BLOGGER ILANA WILES TELLS US HOW A HOUSE ON THE WATER OPENED THE DOOR TO A DIFFERENT KIND OF DOWNTIME. 114 BHG | August 2016

BY IL ANA WILES PHOTOS DAVID A . L AND ST YLING Y VET TE GONZ ALES

FIELD EDITOR: CHARLOTTE SAFAVI; PHOTOGRAPHER'S REP: PAT BATES & ASSOCIATES

I spent hours trying to MacGyver this carousel top for a birthday cake. Now the kids use it as a hat.

Everyone is always amazed I have white couches, but they’re covered in outdoor Sunbrella fabric so you can get out pretty much anything. I love juxtaposing rustic and modern. Something about a metal credenza with a rustic wood mirror feels both wrong and so right.

he first weekend we spent at the new house, we could not believe how amazing this small moment was: We had cooked and eaten breakfast together, then at some point the kids wandered off to play. My husband, Mike, and I were left to sip our coffee at our own pace. We were in one room while Mazzy (6) and Harlow (3) were in another, and everyone was fine. In our New York City apartment, there is no separation—our living, dining, playroom, and kitchen are all one space, so we are always on top of each other. We needed more room, but after doing a lot of research, we realized we could basically buy this house out east on Long Island for the cost of a two- to three-bedroom upgrade in Manhattan. When we found this We wanted a big place, it was all dark floors table because we and beige walls, but I knew don’t have room for I wanted it to feel like a one in the city. I love summer house: airy, that it is rustic but in a light color with spacious, and vibrant, with clean lines that make bold pops of color. The first it feel not so heavy. step was painting the walls I’ve always wanted and staining the floors bright yellow dining room chairs. I found white, and I knew I wanted to do something funky with these at Crate & Barrel (literally by the wall in the dining room. googling “yellow I wasn’t sure about how a lot dining chairs”) and of the furniture in the house fell in love. would come together, but I just knew that dining room was going to be amazing. If you ask the girls, Mazzy likes the city better, and Harlow prefers the house. But right now, they both are excited about the pretty serious vegetable garden they are helping Mike build. Let’s just say there are a lot fewer excuses to watch your iPad here.

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CHALK TALK

There used to be a wine rack here. Covering it with wood and chalkboard paint was an easy ﬁx.

INSTA-READY

This painted wall is the best photo backdrop in the house. I use it for Instagram pictures all the time.

GLIDING ALONG

This is my spot to sit with coﬀee and a book in those rare moments when the kids are occupied.

I WANTED TO KEEP THE HOUSE WHITE AND CLEAN BUT ADD PERSONALITY WHERE YOU’D LEAST EXPECT IT.

HANG IT UP

I don’t know if this rack is organized, but I really wanted somewhere for the random papers to go.

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My designer, Lisa Hershmann, had the great idea to use decals from Urban Walls to liven up the closets: white triangles on teal for the coat closet, bubblegum-pink ﬂamingos in the girls’ closet, and gold apples in the laundry room.

This is the room that sold us on the house. The way it juts out makes it feel like the creek wraps around it. It’s our quiet family spot. Mazzy loves art, so Mike set up an easel and encourages her to paint the landscape. It’s pretty adorable.

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of Su M s e d M A e h WITH BIG BLOOMS AND BUSHY STEMS, HYDRANGEAS ARE THE EASYGOING DARLINGS OF LATE-SUMMER GARDENS.

Cape Cod Exuberance ‘Endless Summer’, pictured here, is the original (and namesake) variety in an innovative collection of reblooming hydrangeas. This Cape Cod cottage border in Chatham, opposite, features (clockwise from upper right) ‘Nikko Blue’, ‘Edgy Hearts’, ‘Forever & Ever White Out’, ‘Cityline Rio’, and ‘Kastlen’, growing in the ﬁltered light under a ﬂowering dogwood. BY TOVAH MARTIN PHOTOS KRITSADA

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ALL ONE FAMILY five hours of sun each day for best flowering. Many varieties bloom on the current season’s growth, and others bloom on previous years’ growth— some bloom on both. A good strategy: Prune after flowers fade, or don’t prune at all.

Which hydrangeas can tolerate cold winters?

Shasta daisies oﬀer delicate contrast to the extravagant ﬂower balls of hydrangeas.

Les Lutz, Director of Horticulture at Heritage Museums & Gardens, calls cold-hardy mountain hydrangeas the “unsung heroes.” Panicle, smooth, and oakleaf also are famed for their fortitude.

Can the flower color of all hydrangeas be altered?

The hydrangea family tree has six main branches. Here’s a cheat sheet on their diﬀerences.

BIGLEAF

H. macrophylla Also known as mophead or lacecap. Flowers on old wood. Prune minimally after blooming. Zones 5–9

PANICLE H. paniculata

Often called peegee. Cone-shape ﬂowers on new growth. Prune back to 12 inches in late winter or early spring. Zones 3–9

ANNABELLE H. arborescens

Smooth hydrangea is its other name. Huge ﬂowers on new stems. Prune to 12 inches in late winter or early spring. Zones 3–9

MOUNTAIN H. serrata

The national hydrangea test garden at Heritage Museums & Gardens in Sandwich, Massachusetts, grows more than 155 species and cultivated varieties of hydrangeas, including some of our favorite new varieties, opposite. Breeders are achieving longer bloom seasons, heat- and cold-tolerance, and compact growth. Dig into this FAQ to demystify this wonderfully diverse shrub.

All hydrangea blooms naturally change hue as they age, but only bigleaf and mountain types can be altered with soil amendments. For blue flowers, add a soil acidifier to reduce the pH level to 5.0 or lower. For pink flowers, neutral to alkaline soils (pH 6.5 and higher) are best. Look for specially formulated products at your garden center, and follow the instructions on the label.

Native to the mountains of Korea and Japan. Looks like a lacecap type but smaller. Flowers on old wood. Pruning not needed. Zones 5–9

How do I use hydrangeas in my yard? A solo hydrangea, such as

Why does my hydrangea wilt on hot afternoons?

‘Cityline Mars’, ‘Twist-n-Shout’, or ‘Red Sensation’, adds drama in a mixed border. Several large shrubs, including ‘Incrediball’, ‘Nikko Blue’, and ‘Limelight’, can form a living fence. For small yards and containers, compact varieties like ‘Tuﬀ Stuﬀ’, ‘Bobo’, and ‘Little Lime’ are just right.

Hydrangeas lose moisture through their leaves, and on hot days they may wilt, even if the soil is moist. Plants revive in the evening. To avoid the afternoon slump, plant them where they’ll get morning sun and ﬁltered afternoon light. Mulch to conserve soil moisture.

Named for the shape of its leaves, which turn red in fall. Cone-shape ﬂowers on old wood. Prune minimally after blooming. Zones 5–9

Argh! My hydrangeas didn’t bloom. Why?

Can I plant my florist hydrangea in my garden?

Lack of sunlight and ill-timed pruning are two common culprits. Hydrangeas need about

You can plant it, but it may not come back next year. These plants are grown in greenhouse conditions for special occasions. In temperate climates, a ﬂorist hydrangea may continue to ﬂourish for years. It’s worth a try!

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OAKLEAF H. quercifolia

CLIMBING H. petiolaris

A vigorous vine with heart-shape foliage and ﬂowers on new growth. Prune to control height, which can reach 40 feet. Zones 4–9

Cityline Mars (bigleaf)

Incrediball (Annabelle)

Limelight (panicle)

Nikko Blue (bigleaf)

Endless Summer Twist-n-Shout (bigleaf)

Red Sensation (bigleaf)

Find your hydrangea soul mate! Explore more hydrangeas and ﬁnd the best match for you. BHG.com/Hydrangea

Lunch is set next to the Stephan family’s Los Olivos, California, farm stand in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country. It’s where they work, gather, and laugh together.

WHEN THE LAST OLIVES AT GLOBAL GARDENS ARE PRESSED FOR THE SEASON, ALL THAT’S LEFT ON OWNER THEO STEPHAN’S TO-DO LIST IS TO RELAX AND CELEBRATE THE HARVEST WITH FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND AN ABUNDANT LUNCH IN HER BACKYARD OLIVE GROVE.

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BY STACY ADIMAN DO PRODUCED BY NANCY WALL HOPKIN S PHOTOS CON POU LOS FOOD ST YLING MARIAN COOPE R CAIRN S PROP ST YLING SAR AH CAVE

WENTY YEARS INTO HER CAREER AS A GRAPHIC DESIGNER, DAYTON, OHIO, NATIVE THEO STEPHAN FELL HARD FOR THE FLOWERY PASTURES OF CALIFORNIA’S SANTA YNEZ VALLEY. She skipped the what-if game and put down roots by purchasing a 3-acre plot of land that had a fixer-upper house with a carport shed attached. Next Theo planted a few olive trees in the backyard, slowly adding guava, pomegranate, persimmon, and Meyer lemon trees. She named her new farm-to-be Global Gardens. What started with a few trees is now a thriving farm-to-bottle organic olive oil business and booming weekend farm stand, not to mention a happy life for Theo and her two daughters, Sunita (21) and Anita (20). “They’re Nepalese and I’m Greek. Together we’ve created a global-minded, farm-centric lifestyle that we call ‘Caliterranean’ and it influences everything—how we live, work, entertain, and even how we make our delicious products.” Theo says one of the highlights of living at Global Gardens is the rustic luncheon she and her daughters create every year to celebrate the farm’s olive harvest. “We set the table smack-dab in the middle of the olive garden and make sure the menu is our signature low-fuss comfort food,” Theo says. “We serve everyone’s favorite foods, starting with a Calitini cocktail, aka our version of a martini because it combines our vinegars and a classic martini.” Delicious starters include a savory-sweet Kalamata baklava and goat cheese-stuffed nasturtium flowers. While everyone nibbles, Theo puts the finishing touches on the main attraction—her famed short rib sandwiches. The short ribs get a bright kick from homegrown garlic and fig-infused balsamic vinegar, roasting away while the trio sets the table. No family celebration would be complete without their zucchini olive oil cake. Adds Theo, “It’s pure bliss “We hug our olive trees! They’ve been so good to our family,” says Theo Stephan, to us and gets topped with olive top left, with daughters Anita and Sunita. Theo gathers olive branches to use branch twigs from our trees to in making wreaths, top right. Hale the Kale Salad, above left, with local farro and remind us just how lucky we are!” carrots—perfection! Simple flower arrangements dress the table, above right.

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Served as a starter, Theo’s unusual baklava has all the crispy, delicate layers of the traditional version—phyllo, honey, and pistachios—but with a savory twist from Kalamata olives, Greek oregano, and feta cheese. She serves it with Nasturtium Poppers ﬁlled with garlicky goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes.

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—THEO STEPHAN A last-minute cheese board at Global Gardens is always impressive. “We grab figs from our trees, add our brined olives, Peppered Almonds, and finish with our Spiced Pesto flavored with nutmeg, coriander, celery seed, and of course, our olive oil,” Theo says. She tops vinegar-braised short rib sandwiches with a slather of garlic spread and local blue cheese. “Satisfying after a day of harvesting!”

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7 8 9 1 Matilija—a poppy that grows wild in California—makes a no-fuss table accent. 2 The aged olive tree that inspired Theo to plant. 3 Dog Cleo watches over the backyard. 4 Calitinis—their signature cocktail—are a marriage of tonic, vodka, and orange-balsamic vinegar ice cubes. 5 Zucchini cake is topped with olive leaves and ﬁgs. 6 Sunita weaves olive branches to make a wreath for the farm stand. 7 Beautiful pickled vegetables contrast the richness of braised sandwiches. 8 Smoky cumin and spicy jalapeño with a touch of vanilla make Theo’s cold Avocado Soup like no other. 9 Farm cat Zac with Anita, left, and Sunita, right. 130 BHG | August 2016

HOW TO TASTE OLIVE OIL When buying at Global Gardens farm stand or your favorite food shop, “ideally you choose extra-virgin olive oils by varietal,” Theo says. The fruit aﬀects the taste, color, and texture of extra-virgin oils, and whether they’re delicate or intense. Follow Theo’s tasting directions to ﬁnd what you like best. POUR A TABLESPOON INTO A SMALL CUP

and warm it in the palm of your hand to help release the oil’s aromas and ﬂavors. SIP AND LET THE OIL COAT YOUR MOUTH

to the back of your tongue—”that’s where the more sensitive taste buds live,” Theo says. Let it linger a few seconds on your palate. PAY ATTENTION TO THE “FINISH,”

that lasting essence of oil in your mouth and throat. It may be buttery, fruity, herbaceous, peppery, or bitter. Q

Win!

Go to BHG.com/OliveOil August 5 for a chance to win these olive oils and more from Global Gardens! Entry details on page 137.

BY AMY PANOS PHOTOS DAVID L AND PRODUCED BY ANTHONY SANTELLI AND ALYSSA LEWIS

THE REAL THING One reason this porch is so inviting: The furniture looks like it could have been borrowed from inside. Exposed frames, backs, and legs make the sofa and chair lighter-looking (and weighing) versions of their indoor counterparts. Painted wood and rattan work outdoors in a space that’s protected from the elements, like this one, and outdoor fabric is a must.

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KUMQUAT TREES IN BASKETS SAY TROPICAL . KEEP THE SOIL MOIST, AND KEEP THEM OUT OF THE WIND.

I N S I DE OUT SOFAS TO SISALS, PILLOWS TO PLANTS, THIS PORCH HAS ALL THE LOVELY, COMFY LAYERS OF A GOOD LIVING ROOM. COME ON IN AND SEE HOW IT ALL WORKS TOGETHER.

KEEP FULLY UPHOLSTERED PIECES NEAREST THE HOUSE FOR MAX PROTECTION.

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ver hear the one about the shoemaker’s children going barefoot? Estee Stanley can relate. She’s designed houses for and dressed A-listers—Jessica Biel, Lea Michele, and Ellen Pompeo are on speed-dial—and just opened Au Fudge, a family-friendly eatery in L.A. But making her own screen porch ready for summertime chilling kept getting back-burnered by her crazy schedule. So Estee collaborated with The Studio at One Kings Lane, the decor retailer’s in-house design service for regular folks (no Walk of Fame star required). They took a look at the long, narrow space, listened to how she wanted to use it, and assimilated her boho-vintage taste. “I wanted it to feel loungey, with multiple seating areas and a game table,” Estee says. That’s exactly what she got. Two separate seating areas each have a low-slung sofa for lounging (or a killer nap) plus comfy but lightweight chairs that can go where they’re needed. Indigo blues, pinks, oranges, and rattan talk to each other across the room. In the center of it all is a round table that can host party snacks, dinner, or a hard-core card game. “This is going to be Party Central this summer,” Estee says. Q

TABLE MANNERS Estee’s vintage dining set, above, (a $250 score) made the cut because of its charm, petite scale, and visual lightness. The mod grid design on the chairs inspired the dresser pick.

SNAPPY DRESSER A dresser outdoors? On an interior wall in a covered porch, absolutely. Think of it as the bar cart 2.0— with room up top for pouring drinks and hidden storage in the drawers for cocktail gear and dishes.

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Shop this porch

Almost everything you see here can be bought at onekingslane .com/estee beginning July 19. Happy shopping!

SAME BUT DIFFERENT To make diﬀerent zones of a room look cohesive but not too perfectly matched, practice controlled repetition. Navy Sunbrella fabric makes this vintage rattan settee relate to the new one across the room. The rug, chairs, and pouf repeat, but the lamp and pillows don’t.

FOR A PORCH THAT FEELS LIKE A REAL ROOM , REMEMBER LAMPS .

PULLED OUT AND TOPPED WITH A TR AY, THE POUF BECOMES A COCK TAIL TABLE .

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FAMILY TREES Stop by Theo Stephan’s Global Gardens farm stand (right) in Los Olivos, California (open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday through Sunday), to check out the products that inspired these recipes and do a tasting of oils and vinegars. Favorites include Backyard EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil), Tuscan, and Mission oils, and flavored balsamic vinegars such as strawberry and fig. You’ll also find olives, pestos, and other seasonal items. globalgardensonline.com

OLIVE OIL AND VINEGAR FOR LIFE Theo Stephan’s cookbook includes 100 recipes created with her olive oils and vinegars that highlight her trademark “Caliterranean” style. There’s also a short but educational olive oil primer. (Skyhorse Publishing; $22.99 paperback)

HALE THE KALE SALAD HANDS-ON TIME 30 min. TOTAL TIME 1 hr. 1

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cup uncooked farro cup whole almonds tsp. extra-virgin olive oil tsp. garlic salt tsp. freshly ground black pepper Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Tbsp. lemon juice clove garlic, minced lb. dinosaur (Tuscan) kale, washed, rinsed, stemmed, and cut lengthwise into 1⁄4 -inch ribbons small rainbow carrots, peeled cup fresh blueberries cup shaved Kasseri or Havarti cheese

1. In saucepan combine farro and 11⁄2 cups water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer 30 minutes or until tender. Drain; rinse with cold water until cool. 2. Preheat oven to 350°F. In shallow baking pan toss almonds with 1 tsp. oil, garlic salt, and pepper. Roast for 10 to 12 minutes or until toasted, stirring once. Remove from oven; cool. 3. For dressing, in screw-top jar combine 3 Tbsp. oil, lemon juice, and garlic. Add salt and pepper. Cover; shake. In bowl toss kale with 1 Tbsp. dressing. Using clean hands, work dressing into kale 15 seconds. Using vegetable peeler, cut ribbons from carrots. Add farro, carrots, nuts, berries, and cheese to kale in bowl. Add remaining dressing; toss. Makes 6 servings. EACH SERVING 216 cal, 13 g fat, 5 mg chol, 123 mg sodium, 21 g carb, 5 g ﬁber, 6 g pro.

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KALAMATA BAKLAVA “I was in a pinch for an appetizer to take to a party and didn’t want to go to the store,” Theo says, describing this recipe. “Being the good Greek girl, I have phyllo in the freezer; the rest I found in the pantry.” HANDS-ON TIME 45 min. TOTAL TIME 3 hr. , 30 min. 1

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of a 16-oz. pkg. frozen phyllo dough (14×9-inch rectangles) 2 cups ﬁnely chopped pitted Kalamata olives 1 1⁄2 cups ﬁnely chopped, salted pistachios (6 oz.) 4 oz. feta cheese, crumbled (1 cup) 1 Tbsp. minced fresh garlic 2 tsp. dried oregano, crushed 3 ⁄4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 orange, zested and juiced 1 ⁄4 cup Sauvignon Blanc or other dry white wine 3 Tbsp. honey

1. Thaw phyllo dough according to package directions. Preheat oven to 325°F. For Kalamata filling, in a large bowl combine olives, pistachios, feta, garlic, and oregano. Brush bottom of 13×9-inch baking pan with some of the olive oil. Unroll phyllo. Layer five sheets in prepared pan, brushing each sheet with some of the olive oil. Sprinkle with one-third of the Kalamata filling (about 11⁄3 cups). Repeat layering with phyllo sheets and Kalamata filling two more times, brushing each sheet with some olive oil. 2. Top with remaining phyllo, brushing each sheet with olive oil. Drizzle with any remaining oil. Using a sharp knife, cut stacked layers into 32 pieces. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly in pan on wire rack. 3. Meanwhile, in small saucepan combine orange zest and juice, wine, and honey; heat through. Pour over warm baklava; cool 2 hours. Recut into bars. Makes 32. EACH BAR 139 cal, 11 g fat, 3 mg chol, 293 mg sodium, 8 g carb, 1 g fiber, 2 g pro.

NASTURTIUM POPPERS In this appetizer, the nasturtium blossom’s sharp, spicy ﬂavor is offset by the lemony herb goat cheese center. Theo uses her lemon-ﬂavored olive oil here. HANDS-ON TIME 15 min. TOTAL TIME 45 min. 2 2

1 1 2 12

oz. soft goat cheese (chèvre) dried tomatoes (not oil-packed), very finely chopped tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary tsp. finely shredded lemon zest cloves garlic, minced edible fresh nasturtium blossoms or other edible blossoms Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

Let cheese stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a small bowl stir together tomatoes, rosemary, lemon zest, and garlic. Shape cheese into twelve 3⁄4 -inch balls; roll in tomato-herb mixture. Place on plate; cover and chill up to 24 hours. To serve, place each cheese ball in a nasturtium blossom. Drizzle cheese with a small amount of olive oil, avoiding the ﬂower. Makes 12 poppers. EACH POPPER 24 cal, 2 g fat, 2 mg chol, 22 mg sodium, 0 g carb, 0 g ﬁber, 1 g pro.

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PEPPERED ALMONDS TOTAL TIME 20 min. 2 1 1 1

cups whole raw almonds with skins Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Tbsp. cracked black pepper tsp. kosher salt

Preheat oven to 350°F. In shallow baking pan combine almonds, oil, pepper, and salt. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until almonds are toasted, shaking pan once. Remove; cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 weeks. Makes 2 cups. EACH 1⁄4 CUP 224 cal, 20 g fat, 0 mg chol, 141 mg sodium, 8 g carb, 5 g ﬁber, 8 g pro.

SPICED PESTO Unlike old-school pesto, you’ll ﬁnd no cheese and no nuts in Theo’s version. You won’t miss any of their ﬂavor thanks to the pleasantly complex combination of spices. TOTAL TIME 10 min. 8 1

⁄2 2

1 1 1 ⁄2

oz. fresh basil, washed and stemmed cup extra-virgin olive oil tsp. freshly grated nutmeg or 1 tsp. ground nutmeg tsp. ground coriander tsp. celery seed tsp. ﬁne sea salt

Place all ingredients in a food processor. Cover; process until combined. Transfer to a bowl; cover surface with plastic wrap. Chill up to 3 days. Makes 11⁄4 cups. To serve as an appetizer: Spoon over a slab of feta cheese, sprinkle with lemon zest, and drizzle with additional olive oil. EACH TABLESPOON 52 cal, 6 g fat, 0 mg chol, 56 mg sodium, 0 g carb, 0 g ﬁber, 0 g pro.

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“Better than a burger and more sophisticated than a BLT, this huge sandwich is all about comfort food and the perfect glass of California Malbec,” Theo says. HANDS-ON TIME 30 min. TOTAL TIME 3 hr.

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Tbsp. chopped dried tomatoes tsp. garlic powder tsp. dried oregano, crushed tsp. dried dill weed tsp. dried rosemary, crushed lb. beef short ribs with bone (about 6) 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 11⁄2 cups lower-sodium beef broth 1 ⁄2 cup ﬁg-ﬂavored balsamic vinegar or balsamic vinegar 1 large onion, halved and sliced 1 recipe Garlic Mash, below 6 round rolls, split and toasted 6 oz. blue cheese, softened Large basil leaves 1

1. In bowl combine dried tomatoes, garlic powder, oregano, dill, rosemary, 1 ⁄2 tsp. kosher salt, and 1⁄2 tsp. black pepper. Sprinkle short ribs with mixture. 2. Heat oil in a 5- to 6-qt. Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add beef ribs, in batches if necessary, and cook about 8 minutes or until browned on all sides. Add broth and vinegar. Arrange onion over ribs in pot. Bring to boiling. Cover; reduce heat. Simmer about 21⁄2 hours or until ribs are tender and meat pulls away from bone. Remove meat; discard bones. Meanwhile, prepare Garlic Mash. 3. Transfer meat and onion to cutting board; cover to keep warm. Skim fat from cooking liquid. 4. Thickly slice rib meat across the grain. Spread Garlic Mash on cut side of each roll bottom. Top with meat, a drizzling of pan juices, onion, blue cheese, and basil. Add roll tops. Serve with remaining pan juices for dipping. Makes 6 servings. Garlic Mash Preheat oven to 400°F. Slice oﬀ top third of 3 garlic bulbs; discard. Place bulbs on a piece of foil; drizzle with 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil each. Close foil around garlic to form a tight pouch. Place on a baking sheet and roast about 45 minutes or until tender; cool slightly. Remove garlic from foil; squeeze garlic cloves from skins and mash with a fork. Stir in 1⁄8 tsp. kosher salt and 1⁄8 tsp. smoked black pepper. EACH SANDWICH 869 cal, 64 g fat, 135 mg chol, 869 mg sodium, 34 g carb, 2 g ﬁber, 36 g pro.

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PERFECT PICKLED VEGGIES HANDS-ON TIME 20 min. TOTAL TIME 2 hr. 20 min. 11⁄2 to 2 lb. vegetables cut into 4- to 5-inch spears, such as peeled multicolor baby carrots, sweet onion, cucumber, and/or yellow summer squash 3 1⁄2 to 4 cups fruit-ﬂavored balsamic vinegar, such as mango, blood orange, apricot, or black currant* Dill weed sprigs

Wash vegetables thoroughly; place in two 1-qt. glass canning jars. Add 1⁄8 tsp. salt, 1⁄8 tsp. black pepper, and a dill sprig to each jar. In medium saucepan bring vinegar to a boil; immediately pour over vegetables in jars. Cover; chill 2 hours to 5 days. Makes 2 jars or 12 servings. *If you can’t ﬁnd fruit-ﬂavored balsamic

vinegar, combine 3 cups white balsamic vinegar with 1 cup fruit juice or nectar. EACH SERVING 28 cal, 0 g fat, 0 mg chol, 41 mg sodium, 6 g carb, 1 g ﬁber, 1 g pro.

AVOCADO SOUP Cold soup is the perfect foil for summer. This one includes Theo’s surprise addition of cumin and vanilla. TOTAL TIME 30 min. 1 2 2 3 1 1 ⁄2 1 ⁄2 1

small jalapeño chile pepper* medium avocados, halved, pitted, peeled, and chopped cups reduced-sodium chicken broth Tbsp. white balsamic vinegar tsp. ﬁnely shredded lemon zest tsp. ground cumin tsp. vanilla recipe Sesame Spice Mix, right

Preheat oven to 450°F. Place jalapeño on baking sheet lined with foil; roast for

15 to 20 minutes or until skin is charred, turning occasionally. Wrap in foil; let stand 10 minutes. Stem, peel, and seed jalapeño. Place in blender with avocados, broth, vinegar, zest, cumin, and vanilla. Cover; blend until smooth. Serve at room temperature or cover and chill up to 24 hours. Top with Sesame Spice Mix. Makes 6 servings. Sesame Spice Mix In small skillet toast 1 Tbsp. sesame seeds, 1 tsp. coriander seeds, and 1 tsp. cumin seeds over medium heat for 2 minutes. Remove; cool. Coarsely crush seeds; combine with 1 tsp. crushed red pepper and 1 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper. Store, covered, at room temperature up to 1 month. *Chile peppers contain oils that can irritate your skin and eyes. Wear rubber gloves when working with them. EACH SERVING 101 cal, 7 g fat, 0 mg chol, 189 mg sodium, 8 g carb, 3 g ﬁber, 2 g pro.

140 BHG | August 2016 LEGAL NOTICE

If you purchased and paid for Adderall XR® any time from January 1, 2007 to April 11, 2016, you could get benefits from a class action settlement. A settlement has been reached with Shire U.S., Inc. and Shire LLC (“Shire”) in a class action lawsuit alleging that it acted unlawfully to delay and limit the availability of generic versions of Adderall XR®. Shire denies the claims in the lawsuit and maintains that it did not act unlawfully. The Court has not decided who is right. Instead, the parties have agreed to settle this case and three related cases. WHO IS INCLUDED? The settlement includes all persons who purchased and paid for some or all of the purchase price Adderall XR® (brand name only, for personal or household use) from January 1, 2007 to April 11, 2016 in Alabama, Arizona, California, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin (“Settlement Class Members”). Third-party payors, purchases made directly from Shire, purchases made for resale purposes, “Flat co-pay” and “Cadillac Plan” purchases (fixed dollar-amount co-payments that did not vary between brand name and generic equivalents), and flat-rate co-pay provision purchases are not included in the settlement. WHAT DOES THE SETTLEMENT PROVIDE? Shire will pay $14,750,000 into a Settlement Fund. After deducting Court-approved attorneys’ fees, costs and expenses, service awards for the Class Representatives and related Plaintiffs, taxes, and the costs of settlement notice and administration (the “Net Settlement Fund”), the balance will be distributed to Settlement Class Members who submit a valid Claim Form. 74% of the Net Settlement Fund will be made available to Settlement Class Members who made purchases from January 1, 2007 through March 31, 2009 (the “pre-generic period”) and 26% will be made for purchases made from April 1, 2009 through April 11, 2016 (the “post entry period”). Settlement Class Members can receive up to $16 for each eligible purchase (for example, if you have 5 eligible purchases, you may receive $80 (5 x $16)). HOW DO YOU ASK FOR BENEFITS? You must complete and submit a claim form by October 7, 2016. Claim forms may be submitted online, via email to info@AdderallXRSettlement.com, or downloaded for printing and submission via U.S. Mail at www.AdderallXRSettlement.com. Claim forms are also available by calling 1-877-369-4085 or by writing to the Settlement Administrator at the address listed below. YOUR OTHER OPTIONS. If you do nothing, your rights will be affected but you will not get a settlement payment. If you do not want to be legally bound by the settlement, you must exclude yourself from it by mailing or emailing a written exclusion to the Settlement Administrator. The deadline to exclude yourself is October 7, 2016. Unless you exclude yourself, you will not be able to sue or continue to sue Shire for any claim resolved by this settlement or released by the Settlement Agreement. If you exclude yourself, you cannot get a payment from the settlement but are free to pursue any claims that you may have against Shire in a different lawsuit. If you stay in the settlement (that is, don’t exclude yourself), you may object to it by October 7, 2016. More information about how to exclude yourself or object can be found in the detailed notice and Settlement Agreement, which are available at www.AdderallXRSettlement.com. THE COURT’S FAIRNESS HEARING. The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, located at 400 North Miami Avenue, Miami, Florida 33128, will hold a hearing in this case (Barba v. Shire U.S., Inc., Case No. 1:13-cv-21158) on November 9, 2016, at 2:30 p.m.. At the Fairness Hearing, the Court will decide whether to grant final approval of the settlement; a request for service awards to each of the Class Representatives and related Plaintiffs; and up to 35% of the Settlement Fund in attorneys’ fees plus reimbursement of costs to Class Counsel. If approved, these fees, expenses and awards, as well as the costs to administer the settlement, will be deducted from the Settlement Fund before making payments to Settlement Class Members. You may appear at the hearing, but you do not have to. You may also hire your own attorney, at your own expense, to appear or speak for you at the hearing. WANT MORE INFORMATION? Visit www.AdderallXRSettlement.com, email info@AdderallXRSettlement.com, call 1-877-369-4085, or write to Barba v. Shire U.S., Inc. Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 40007, College Station, TX, 77842-4007.

FOOD RECIPES

Theo rolls a bar cart of drinks and appetizers, including her Calitini and Nasturtium Poppers, into the backyard olive grove to start the harvest celebration.

THEO’S CALITINI Vinegar ice cubes make this California martini a spin on trendy shrub cocktails. TOTAL TIME 3 hrs., 10 min.

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Fruit Vinegar Cubes, below Ice cubes cup vodka or gin cups tonic water, chilled Fresh mint leaves

Prepare and freeze Fruit Vinegar Cubes. In a large pitcher layer Fruit Vinegar Cubes, ice cubes, and vodka. Add tonic water and garnish with fresh mint. Makes 8 servings. Fruit Vinegar Cubes Using 2 to 3 cups fruit-flavored vinegar (such as strawberry, orange, apple-ginger, or mango golden balsamic) pour 2 Tbsp. in each compartment of standard ice cube trays. Freeze about 3 hours or until firm. EACH 6-OUNCE SERVING 322 cal, 0 g fat, 0 mg chol, 17 mg sodium, 53 g carb, 0 g fiber, 0 g pro.

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LEGAL NOTICE If You Bought a Lithium Ion Battery or Electronics Such as Notebook Computers, Mobile Phones, and/or Other Items Containing a Lithium Ion Battery Since 2000 You Could Get Money From a $19.5 Million Settlement Sony Corporation, Sony Energy Devices Corporation, and Sony Electronics Inc. (“Settling Defendants”) have agreed to a Settlement resolving claims that they allegedly fixed the price of Lithium Ion Battery Cells. This may have caused individuals and businesses to pay more for Lithium Ion Batteries and Lithium Ion Battery Products. Lithium Ion Battery Products include, but are not limited to, laptop computers, notebook computers, netbook computers, tablet computers, mobile phones, digital cameras, camcorders, and power tools. Am I Included? You may be included if, from January 1, 2000, to May 31, 2011, you indirectly purchased a Lithium Ion Battery or Lithium Ion Battery Product (such as a notebook computer, mobile phone, or digital camera) in the United States for your own use and not for resale from one or more of the Defendants in this lawsuit. “Indirectly” means you bought the product from someone other than the manufacturer, such as from a retail store. A more detailed notice, including the exact Class definition and exceptions to Class membership, is available at www.batteriesconsumerlitigation.com. What does the Settlement provide? The Settlement provides for the payment of $19,500,000 in cash to the Class. Sony has also agreed to cooperate in the pursuit of claims against other defendants. How can I get a payment? Money will not be distributed to the Class at this time. The lawyers for the Class will pursue the lawsuit against the other Defendants to see if any future settlements or judgments can be obtained in the case and then be distributed together, on a pro rata basis, based on the value of your Lithium Ion Battery and/or Lithium Ion Battery Product purchases, to reduce expenses. If you want to receive notice about the claims process or future settlements, you should register at www.batteriesconsumerlitigation.com. What are my rights? Even if you do nothing, you will be bound by the Court’s decisions concerning this Settlement. If you want to keep your right to sue the Settling Defendants regarding Lithium Ion Battery and/or Lithium Ion Battery Product purchases, you must exclude yourself in writing from the Class by September 22, 2016. If you stay in the Class, you may object in writing to the Settlement by September 22, 2016. The Settlement Agreement, along with details on how to exclude yourself or object, is available at www.batteriesconsumerlitigation.com. The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California will hold a hearing on November 8, 2016, at 2:00 p.m., at 1301 Clay Street, Courtroom 1, 4th Floor, Oakland, CA 94612 to consider whether to approve the Settlement. Class Counsel will also request at the hearing, or at a later date, attorneys’ fees of up to 30% of the Settlement Fund, plus reimbursement of costs and expenses, for investigating the facts, litigating the case, and negotiating the settlement. You or your own lawyer may appear and speak at the hearing at your own expense, but you don’t have to. The hearing may be moved to a different date or time without additional notice, so it is a good idea to check the website for additional information. Please do not contact the Court about this case. If the case against the other Defendants is not dismissed or settled, Class Counsel will have to prove their claims against the other Defendants at trial. Dates for the trial have not yet been set. The Court has appointed the law firms of Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy, LLP; Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP; and Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP as Class Counsel, to represent Indirect Purchaser Class members. For More Information: 1-800-952-0581 www.batteriesconsumerlitigation.com

FOOD RECIPES

For making desserts, Theo recommends using a mild extravirgin olive oil, like her Arbequina. Its subtle ﬂavor complements the more delicate vanilla in this ZucchiniOlive Oil Cake.

ZUCCHINI-OLIVE OIL CAKE HANDS-ON TIME 30 min. TOTAL TIME 2 hr. 21⁄2 cups coarsely shredded unpeeled zucchini (1 large) 21⁄3 cups sugar 3 ⁄4 cup Arbequina olive oil or other extra-virgin olive oil 4 eggs 2 ⁄3 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk 2 tsp. vanilla 4 cups cake ﬂour 21⁄2 tsp. baking powder 1 recipe Cream Cheese Frosting, right Fresh ﬁgs and olive leaves (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and ﬂour three 8-inch round baking pans; set aside. Spread shredded zucchini on a plate. Blot dry with paper towels. 2. In a large mixing bowl whisk together sugar and oil. Add eggs, almond milk, and vanilla; whisk to combine. Add ﬂour, baking powder, and 1 tsp. kosher salt; whisk to combine. Stir in zucchini. Pour into prepared pans (2 cups per pan). Bake 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire rack 10 minutes. Remove from pans and cool completely. 3. To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving platter. Frost top lightly with some of the Cream Cheese Frosting. Repeat with cake layers and frosting.

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Frost tops and sides with remaining frosting. Garnish with fresh figs and olive leaves. Makes 16 servings. Cream Cheese Frosting In bowl beat 4 oz. cream cheese, softened; 2 Tbsp. butter, softened; 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; and 1 tsp. vanilla on medium speed until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in 3 cups powdered sugar until spreading consistency. Makes about 2 cups frosting. EACH SERVING 492 cal, 17 g fat, 57 mg chol, 284 mg sodium, 80 g carb, 1 g fiber, 5 g pro. R E C I PE F RO M PAG E 89

CRAVINGS BURRATA & STONE FRUIT Burrata is made by forming mozzarella (either buffalo or cow’s milk) into a hollow pouch and ﬁlling it with a soft, stringy mixture of curd and fresh cream. TOTAL TIME 15 min. 12 8 2 1

oz. nectarines, plums, peaches, and/or apricots, pitted and sliced oz. burrata cheese, quartered Tbsp. chopped fresh mint Tbsp. hot chili oil or extra-virgin olive oil

Arrange fruit, cheese, and mint on a plate. Drizzle with oil. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 229 cal, 15 g fat, 40 mg chol, 91 mg sodium, 11 g carb, 2 g ﬁber, 11 g pro.

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ON AUGUST 25, 1916, PRESIDENT WOODROW WILSON SIGNED THE “ORGANIC ACT,” CREATING THE NATIONAL PARKS SYSTEM.

Hawaii.

This park has two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa. That means you can see live steam vents, lava-formed black rock, and a glowing “lava lake” at night. BADLANDS,

South Dakota.

This supernatural landscape, ﬁ lled with eroded buttes and pinnacles, has rich mammal fossil beds and is surrounded by prairie that’s home to bison, bighorn sheep, prairie dogs, wildﬂ owers, and birds. PETRIFIED FOREST,

Arizona.

The trees here are horizontal: This national park is one of the world’s largest concentrations of petriﬁed logs—trees that turned from wood to multihue stone millions of years ago. Stop at the overlooks to see the vibrant rolling hills of bentonite clay and sandstone sediment called the Painted Desert. CRATERS OF THE MOON,

Idaho.

TIME TRAVELS More interested in digging into our country’s past than in paddling a canoe? Check out these NPS sites for engaging helpings of history. helped urge on the Emancipation Proclamation. Exhibits, ﬁlms, and audio tours make this long-ago day feel real.

YELLOWSTONE , Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana.

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park, Louisiana. Commemorated in 1994, this park, which includes a museum and theater, honors the history of jazz and its founders. You can catch a live performance almost any day of the week in person or live-stream it at musicatthemint.org.

Geysers, yes (Old Faithful is one of about 500). But also waterfalls, canyons, lakes, mountains, and hot springs—all resting on an active volcano.

Antietam National Battleﬁeld, Maryland. Minute Man The Union victory in National this Civil War battle Historical Park,

Formed from eight eruptive periods out of the Great Rift (cracks in the earth that stretch 52 miles), this NPS site preserves an expanse of ancient lava ﬂows that covers 618 square miles. BRYCE CANYON,

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You can explore the unique natural amphitheaters, plateaus, and “hoodoos”—eroded pillars of rock created by rain, snow, and frost—by foot, car (take the 18-mile scenic drive), or horseback.

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TAKE A HIKE Who better to recommend an amazing hike than a park ranger? Five pros give their favorite treks. Echo Canyon Loop Chiricahua National Monument, Arizona. “Half a mile from the trailhead, you’ll reach the grotto, an amazing rock formation, including a big boulder suspended between two rock spires. You’ll continue to walk through oak and pine trees mixed with cacti and agaves, so you’ll get to see plants from all four ecosystems. The 3.3-mile loop is long enough to feel like you’ve done something without taking all day.” — SUZANNE MOODY, Chiricahua National Monument

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MUIR WOODS NATIONAL MONUMENT,

California. Located 11 miles north of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge, this monument preserves an old-growth redwood forest in honor of naturalist and environmental conservationist John Muir. SHENANDOAH, Virginia. Combine a scenic drive with walks through the forest as you make your way up 105-mile Skyline Drive through the heart of the park. TAKE A H I KE

Dingmans Creek Trail Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Pennsylvania “It may be short, but this .8-mile out-and-back is packed with scenery. You’ll pass Silverthread Falls almost immediately, then end at a viewing platform overlooking Dingmans Falls, the second highest waterfall in Pennsylvania. Since the trail is a boardwalk almost the whole way, it’s stroller- and wheelchair-accessible. And the dense foliage and cool stream help keep the temperature down.” — CARLA BEASLEY, Chief of Interpretation, Education, and Partnerships, Delaware Water Gap

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SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON,

This national park was established to protect the largest tree on earth, the sequoia, from logging. Also on hand: Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the contiguous United States. CONGAREE, South Carolina. Boardwalks and canoe trails oﬀer easy access to the largest expanse of old-growth hardwood forest in the United States. OLYMPIC, Washington. Walk in this rain forest—initially protected because of its elk herd—among conifers, bigleaf maples, Douglas ﬁrs, western hemlock, and red cedar, and you’ll experience the earth’s greatest density of living organisms in a given area (aka biomass). REDWOOD, California. The main attraction here are the 350-foot-tall redwood trees, and you can pick your path to see them, whether it’s hiking, biking, or paddling down the Smith River.

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THE ART

Five years ago, graphic artist Joel Anderson and his son Nathan set out to create posters for all 59 national parks. “It all started with Nathan’s high school graduation trip to Yellowstone,” Joel says. “We saw one of the 14 prints commissioned by the Works Progress Administration under President Roosevelt, were inspired by the simple, iconic imagery, and thought, Let’s pick up where they left oﬀ.” They’ve visited 15 of the parks in the process. “We want the posters to inspire people to enjoy and protect the parks,” Joel says. “As American citizens, this is our heritage.” Find the Anderson Design Group’s posters and

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Smartphone, smart vacation: These apps can be your copilot while visiting the parks.

NATIONAL PARKS National Geographic Basic guides to 25 popular parks; free. In-depth info; $1.99 per park or $13.99 for all.

OH, RANGER! ParkFinder Your outdoor-fun concierge: The free app detects your location and shows nearby NPS areas.

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DESERT EXPLORER You’ll take the dry heat any day to see the forests of cacti and wildlife that thrive in harsh environments.

Nathan and Joel at Bryce Canyon.

Chimani Get oﬄine access to maps and listings of ranger-led events.

IEXIT Road-tripping to a park? This app helps you navigate the interstate, listing the nearest gas stations, hotels, grocery stores, and animal clinics. $2.99

BIG BEND, Texas. Even though you get a wide contrast of terrains—mountains, rivers, volcanic highlands—most of Big Bend is the Chihuahuan Desert. JOSHUA TREE, California. Be sure to visit the high and low elevations of this desert, where you’ll ﬁ nd creosote bushes, Mojave yuccas, ocotillo, and cholla cactus—and maybe catch a glimpse of the endangered desert tortoise. DEATH VALLEY, California and Nevada. It’s a land of extremes: Death Valley has the highest-recorded temperature on Earth, the lowest spot in North America (Badwater, 282 feet below sea level), and yet Telescope Peak is snow-covered much of the year. SAGUARO, Arizona. Part desert, part mountains: Walk the Desert Discovery Nature Trail to see the saguaro cacti, then head to the Rincon Mountain District for hiking and scenic overlooks. ZION, Utah. These majestic 2,000-foot sandstone cliﬀs are home to 1,000 plant species and 207 bird species, including the endangered California condor.

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Au Sable Lighthouse Trail Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Michigan “You’ll walk along the Lake Superior shoreline for 1.5 miles, passing remnants of a 19th-century shipwreck, before reaching 10 acres of historic red-brick structures surrounding the lighthouse, which you can go into. Along the way, listen for songbirds, which migrate south for more than 100 miles over water to get here in late summer.” — LAURA ROTEGARD, Superintendent, Pictured Rocks

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GRAND CANYON, Arizona. Experience this American icon from all vantage points: Explore the South Rim, then the 1,000-feet-higher (and less crowded) North Rim. For a more challenging trip, hike, walk, or boat the inner canyon.

STRETCHING A PLAN POSITIVE THINKING TAKING THE STAIRS A CHECKUP WHOLE WHEAT PASTA MORE CARDIO FLOSSING STEP CLASS MEDITATION BREATHING EXERCISES GETTING MORE H2O A WORKOUT BUDDY FALLING IN LOVE START WITH MORE LEAFY GREENS DANCING SPIN CLASS A NEW LANGUAGE WEIGHTLIFTING A GOOD BREAKFAST A FLU SHOT A healthy diet that includes lots of veggies is good for you, but so is a healthy diet of the outdoors. Taking care of your health doesn’t have to be complicated. Partner with Humana and we’ll help create a plan for your health that works for your life today and for many, many, many years to come.

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OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS WATER BABY Are you just as happy paddling a kayak as you are relaxing on a beach? Is time at the shore your ideal vacation? Bet you didn’t realize so many of our beaches are part of the National Park Service, too. EVERGLADES,

Florida.

This vast, protected ecosystem is home to abundant wildlife, including endangered manatees and crocodiles. CHANNEL ISLANDS,

California.

Our own Galapagos, the islands’ isolation has allowed endemic fox, lizard, salamander, and bird species to thrive. Catch glimpses of humpback, minke, gray, and blue whales on your boat trip out. ACADIA, Maine. Part island, part mainland, Acadia’s 50,000 acres include Maine’s rocky coastline, forests, mountains, and carriage roads. From October 7 to March 6, Cadillac Mountain is the ﬁrst place in the United States to see the sunrise. CAPE HATTERAS NATIONAL SEASHORE, North Carolina.

On three barrier islands in the Outer Banks, Cape Hatteras oﬀers long stretches of beach, ocean-view camping, a home for sea turtles, and some of the best stargazing on the East Coast. BISCAYNE,

Florida.

Shore up your sea legs so you can kayak, cruise, or snorkel in the blue waters to see butterfly fi sh, parrot fi sh, sea turtles, and all the creatures of the coral reef.

Hey, kids, show off your nature knowledge. Just finish a few activities in the Centennial Junior Ranger Activity Book (nps.gov/ kids/jrRangers .cfm), go to a ranger-led activity at any park, and take home an official Junior Ranger badge.

Former First Lady Laura Bush and Jenna Bush Hager are spreading their love of nature to the next generation with their children’s book: Our Great Big Backyard.

The book tells the story of a girl named Jane, who (begrudgingly) takes a family road trip to see the national parks. “Every summer for the last 30 years, my childhood girlfriends and I have taken a trip to a national park,” Mrs. Bush says. And this year, along with First Lady Michelle Obama, Mrs. Bush is the co-chair of the NPS centennial. “We thought it was perfect timing for the book to help inspire families to find their magic in the outdoors,” Jenna says. Get a glimpse of how Mrs. Bush and Jenna have enjoyed our national parks over the years: First park memory: When my sister and I were just 4 years old, we rode horses for the first time in Big Bend. That’s why in the book, Big Bend is where Jane fi nally puts electronics aside, looks up at the stars, and realizes how great nature is. —Jenna Funny park moment: My girlfriends and our daughters floated the Grand Canyon, and one night there was a sandstorm. I had to wear goggles so the sand wouldn’t blow into my contacts. After that, I was called “The National Park Nerd”! —Mrs. Bush Favorite photo: I love the image of my girlfriends and me holding our hiking poles at the top of Yosemite’s Half Dome. —Mrs. Bush

FIRE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE, New York.

Must-sees: The walls of the Grand Canyon at sunrise and sunset. —Mrs. Bush

No cars allowed! You’ll take a ferry to Fire Island, where you can mix in hiking and biking with beach days.

The sunrise at Cadillac Mountain in Acadia. That’s where I got engaged! —Jenna

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Trillium Gap Trail Great Smoky Mountains National Park, North Carolina and Tennessee “To get to the trailhead, you drive along the 6-mile Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail, passing historic cabins and other structures from the late 1800s. Once on the trail, you’ll walk through an old-growth forest. You can turn around after a mile and a half at Grotto Falls, a waterfall you can walk behind, or continue to the top of Mount Le Conte. Watch for the llamas carrying supplies to the lodge!” —DANA SOEHN, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Spokesperson

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Give me peaks, lots of peaks, and elevation, too. You want your head in the clouds with your feet on the ground to experience the thunderous waterfalls and crystal lakes. GRAND TETON, Wyoming. So many ways to take in the snow-capped peaks: Drive the Teton Park Road where you may see the antelope-like pronghorn, hike to one of the lakes, or ﬂ oat down the Snake River. GLACIER, Montana. See the beauty of glaciers through mountains, lakes, and Going-to-the-Sun Road, the world-famous 50-mile highway. Look for mountain goats and bighorn sheep at Logan Pass, the highest point you can get to by car. DENALI, Alaska. You can try all levels of adventures here, including a tour bus trip through the park (look for the caribou!), nature walks, and even mountaineering on Denali, North America’s tallest peak. GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS, North Carolina and Tennessee. These mountains are history:

They preserve the living heritage of the Cherokee Indians, log buildings and structures from the pioneer and Depression eras, and the Appalachian Trail. CUYAHOGA VALLEY, Ohio. You’re just outside Cleveland and Akron, but the deep forests and the Towpath trail that follows the historic route of the Erie Canal take you worlds away.

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Cheeseboro Canyon Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, California “The trail follows an old ranching road and passes through a valley with golden grass-covered hills on either side. You’ll likely see woodpeckers, but you’ll definitely see their acorns stashed away in perfectly drilled holes in the oak trees. The trail extends 4.6 miles from the trailhead, but I recommend turning around near the picnic area, about 1.6 miles from the trailhead.” —MICHAEL LIANG, Visual Information Specialist, Santa Monica Mountains

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The temperature can change drastically depending on elevation and time of day, so check the weather and be ready with three layers. THE FIRST: a short-sleeve inner layer (backpack straps can chafe if you wear a tank top). Opt for silk, a synthetic (like nylon, polypropylene, spandex, or rayon), or merino wool, which will wick sweat away from your body. NEXT: a long-sleeve middle layer of wool or fleece for warmth if needed. THIRD: a waterproof, breathable jacket with a hood (can double as a windbreaker). For your bottom half, pants that can convert to shorts are best, and don’t forget a hat and sunglasses.

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For a day hike, you’ll want a daypack, which holds only what you need for the hike, instead of a full-on backpack. It should have a hip belt so the weight isn’t only on your shoulders. To put the pack on so the weight is distributed evenly, loosen all straps, then tighten the waist belt and shoulder straps.

DO I NEED TREKKING POLES? If you plan to hike only once or twice, probably not. But if you hike monthly or plan to hit the trails daily on a vacation, Grierson says go for the poles. “They give you better balance and footing, reduce stress on your joints, and can help you feel like you’re not working so hard,” she says. Another plus: Using poles can increase your calorie burn by up to 20 percent.

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Pack a basket and chill the drinks. Then and now, meals just taste better outside.

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