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LIFESTYLE LETTER
JUNE 2019 PUBLISHER
Les Baker | les.baker@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR
Aubrey Sewell | aubrey.sewell@lifestylepubs.com
Will the Men of Naples Please Stand Up OK, GENTLEMEN. You’ve waited patiently for your turn. Last month, we brought you our Ladies issue—it is ladies first, after all—and this month, we present our “Gents” issue, celebrating all things masculine. Of course, there’s Father’s Day on June 16—see our gift guide on page 14 for fresh and unique gifts to buy your guy—but there are so many more reasons why it’s great to be a guy this month! With the summer season underway, the long, sunny days can be filled with backyard cookouts, baseball games, camping trips, fishing excursions, relaxing with a great read (choose one from our recommended list on page 30) under a Southern Florida palm and so much more. To gather information for this issue, we looked to some of the amazing businessmen of Naples! Hopefully, you’ll recognize a few faces, but if not, as you get to
CORPORATE TEAM
know them, they will clue you in to what makes their businesses great. We've also
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt
included some tips on keeping your look fresh and clean.
CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore
So, gents, kick back, crack open a cold one and settle in, because this month is all about you!
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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2019
FEATURES 14 Guys Gift Guide Ideas as Unique as Your Man
18 Men of the Moment Introducing Your Local Businessmen
30 Books on the Brain Masculine Bookshelf Additions
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32 Trendy Cuts for Men The Styles You Want and How to Get Them
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Lifestyle Letter
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Good Times
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Around Town
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Local’s Choice
24 Culinary Creations 30 Page Turners 32 Trend Setter
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Germain BMW of Naples' Blues for the Blue Concert More than 2,500 people attended this amazing night honoring families of the fallen and recognizing officers for their achievements. The concert lineup included Little Eddie and the Fat Fingers, In Blue and the famous Blues Brothers. A very special “Blue Light Stick” moment during the “Role Call” of every Fallen Officer in 2019 rounded out the evening.
Contemporary Artwork by Caryl C. Gordon The Sweet Art Gallery showcased artist Caryl Gordon and her passion for the ancient encaustic art form through her mesmerizing abstract landscapes. Her hot wax paintings utilize oil pigments, pan pastels and ink, with their surfaces having varied textures that can be thick as cement or as thin as watercolors, to create uplifting color combinations and emotional rhythmic movement.
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AROUND TOWN premier Irish bands, will fill the air with Celtic sounds that transport you to a faraway land. NaplesGarden.org
DAD’S DAY OUT JUNE 16 AT VENETIAN BAY Visit Venetian Bay as they host a Father’s Day celebration to honor and recognize all father figures. This free public event is on June 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy complimentary pastries, orange juice and coffee courtesy of The Village Shops. There will also be opportunities to snap a few complimentary photos to document the special day. To top it off, there will be an amazing car show
BASH AND BURN FROM THE CREATORS OF THE CIGAR CRUISE This cigar-themed adventure will be June 4–9 at the luxurious La Playa Beach & Gulf Resort, featuring Rocky Patel of Rocky Patel Premium Cigars.
hosted by Naples Luxury Imports and the NaplesMarco AACA featuring everything from luxury imports and muscle cars to antiques and classics.
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set him apart from other stand-up comedians. Although Bruce is known for his adult comedy, he prides himself on not using vulgarity to win a laugh and is no stranger is winning over new audiences with every appearance he makes.
BUSINESS AFTER 5 AT AVOW HOSPICE JUNE 27 Business After 5 is a casual networking event for business professionals to share lively ideas, create connections and build relationships. Hosted at a different member venue each month, these events will include delicious food, refreshing beverages and dynamic entertainment while helping to enhance the betterment of our community. Avow Hospice, a support system of caregivers in
MUSIC IN THE GARDEN Once again, Naples Botanical Garden shows appreciation for music by featuring the marvelous
Naples, will be hosting this month’s event at 1095 Whippoorwill Lane on June 27 from 5–7 pm.
MAMMA MIA! AT BLACKBURN HALL
talents of Sarah Hadeka on June 2 and Trinity on
This entertaining tale unfolds on a Greek island
June 16 from noon–2 p.m. Hadeka’s pure, strong
paradise telling the hilarious story of a young wom-
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an's search for her birth father. On the eve of her
every note. And Trinity, one of Southwest Florida’s
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SUMMER JAZZ ON THE GULF A popular Southwest Florida tradition continues as the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club will host its annual concert series for the 34th consec-
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16TH ANNUAL PLAYWRIGHTER'S COMPETITION The Naples Players’ Readers Theatre is now accepting original non-musical, one-act scripts for its “An Evening of New Plays” contest. In addition to having their play cast and performed at TNP’s “An Evening of New Plays” on Jan. 19, 2020, finalists will receive a performance royalty, memorial plaque and tickets to the play. Winners will have the opportunity for their plays to be cast,
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GUYS GIFT GUIDE IDEAS AS UNIQUE AS YOUR MAN
LET'S JUST FACE THE FACTS: OF THE TWO GENDERS, MALES ARE THE MORE DIFFICULT TO SHOP FOR. Whether it's Christmas, a birthday or Father's Day, "Men are so hard to buy for!" is a common phrase expressed by spouses, children, parents and friends alike. There are plenty of "go-to" gifts for females, but finding that perfect man gift seems to be one of the greatest unsolved mysteries. This list of creative, unique items that appeal to a variety of men's interests will hopefully both relieve your shopping stress and delight the man who receives it!
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01 Whiskey wedge and glass, $18, Corkcicle.com
02 MLB bat mug, customized price, Lumberlend.com
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03 Taylor Bluetooth smart scale, $52, TaylorUSAShop.com 03
04 Samurai SHARP straight-edge
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razor set, $170, Amazon.com
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06 Leather business card holder, customized price, Etsy.com
07 Tie and cufflink traveler, $35, Amazon.com
08 The In-Flight Travel Set,
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$149, Bellroy.com
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09 Goldbelly subscription, customized price, Goldbellly.com
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10 Amazon smart plug, $25, Amazon.com
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Rocketbook Wave smart notebook, $27, GetRocketbook.com
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Create
YOUR OW N L IF ESTYLE
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D a v i d F r u s c i o n e R epub l ic of D ecor This 2018 Retail Star award-winning store and beautiful design studio located in the Naples Design District features the best, most stylish, on-trend home furnishings and gifts. Selected from a wide range of vendors and artists, the product assortment is eclectic but has a focused point of view. Merchandise categories include decorative accessories, tabletop items, accent furniture, pillows, candles, lamps, artwork, chocolates and packaged gourmet treats. Republic of Decor is one of the chicest stores in Naples!
DESCRIBE YOUR TYPICAL DAY. I always start the day scrolling through social media
AS A CHILD, WHAT DID YOU WANT TO GROW UP TO BE?
and posting inspiration. Then I leave the house and
I was raised by parents that were teachers, so I fig-
typically start running around to meet with clients or
ured I would become one as well, but when I discovered
visit trade showrooms to tackle design projects. Then
my creative gene, I knew I had to pursue that instead.
I spend the day working out of the store to help our amazing customers with their design needs.
WHAT MUSIC/SONG/ARTIST DO YOU JAM OUT TO WHEN NO ONE ELSE IS AROUND?
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE BUSINESS TO VISIT HERE IN NAPLES?
I really like Vanessa Daou. She is a bit under the radar, but her music is sultry, a bit jazzy with a dash of electronic.
I enjoy visiting the Naples Botanical Garden. I like how they collaborate with various artists on installa-
IF YOU COULD SPEAK TO YOUR 21-YEAR-OLD
tions, and I draw a lot of inspiration from nature. The
SELF, WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE HIM?
textures, colors and scents are breathtaking.
Don’t worry about the future; enjoy the moment instead. Pat yourself on the back more often, and let
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP THREE PRIORITIES
yourself appreciate your accomplishments.
IN LIFE RIGHT NOW? Finding work/life balance (I love work too much),
NAME ONE ITEM ON YOUR BUCKET LIST.
buying a house (I spend so much time creating homes
I would like to go on an ancestral trip to learn more
for clients that I want to create something great for
about my heritage and family. In particular, I would like to
me!), getting my six-pack abs back.
visit a palazzo in Salerno, Italy, that bears my last name.
WHERE IS YOUR FAVORITE “OFF-THE-GRID”
WHAT WOULD BE ON YOUR PLATE
PLACE TO ESCAPE?
FOR YOUR LAST MEAL?
I am obsessed with finding time to decompress in
My favorite dish is a good Bolognese, but I have a
a salt cave. The air is so clean and crisp, and it’s the
sweet tooth, and I make the best chocolate cake ever,
ultimate place to relax.
so I would have to have some of that too.
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MEN OF THE MOMENT
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J o h n R e i l ly N a pl es B ay R es o r t
The Naples Bay Resort is an exclusive four-diamond boutique resort and private members club situated on the picturesque Naples Bay Marina, an exquisite and lavish one-of-a-kind alternative to branded properties in the area. Business is brisk with a high volume of returning guests who relish in the friendly staff, luxurious accommodations, endless recreational opportunities, superb dining experiences and access to prime shopping. Naples Bay Resort seeks to be independent, unique and sustainable as it meets the differing needs of team members and delights in guests and owners who take the road less traveled and choose to make incredible memories to last a lifetime at this exceptional establishment.
DESCRIBE YOUR TYPICAL DAY. There is no typical day, which is why hospitality is appealing to me. I move around the resort talking with staff
AS A CHILD, WHAT DID YOU WANT TO GROW UP TO BE? An accountant
ensuring we are prepared, chatting with guests and getting their feedback, looking at the resort areas through critical
WHAT MUSIC/SONG/ARTIST DO YOU JAM OUT TO
eyes and reviewing performance metrics to make sure we
WHEN NO ONE ELSE IS AROUND?
continue to be on track with our business plan and goals.
Keane or Vance Joy—“Lay it on Me”
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE BUSINESS
IF YOU COULD SPEAK TO YOUR 21-YEAR-OLD SELF,
TO VISIT HERE IN NAPLES?
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE HIM?
Meridian Café on Pine Ridge—excellent neighborhood
Be bold, and seize the moment.
café. I have celiac disease, and this café offers a great variety of gluten-free items and super gluten-free pancakes!
NAME ONE ITEM ON YOUR BUCKET LIST. Visit the Taj Mahal
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP THREE PRIORITIES IN LIFE RIGHT NOW? Happiness and well-being of my family, to visit interesting
IF YOU COULD BE ANY SUPERHERO, WHO WOULD YOU BE AND WHY?
places with my family that we have never been before and
Peter Quill aka “Starlord” from Guardians of the Galaxy.
create new experiences and being energized going to work
His love of '70s music and how he ultimately ends up
each day and joining my colleagues at the resort. Making the
doing the right thing.
Naples Bay Resort a place where people want to be. WHAT WOULD BE ON YOUR PLATE WHERE IS YOUR FAVORITE “OFF-THE-GRID” PLACE TO ESCAPE? Loch Lomond, Scotland: quiet, spectacularly beautiful and lots of fresh air. 20
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FOR YOUR LAST MEAL? Fillet steak, string fries, green beans with a little concassed tomato, bearnaise sauce on the side. Accompanied with a generous glass of cabernet!
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DESCRIBE YOUR TYPICAL DAY. No day is like any other, just like no customer needs are like any other. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE BUSINESS TO VISIT HERE IN NAPLES? Floormeisters and Sam Buccos Bistro WHAT ARE YOUR TOP THREE PRIORITIES
M i k e L o t i t o
IN LIFE RIGHT NOW? For my partner and I to build a business to be proud of and leave our kids with something of value and pres-
C o m fo r t S o u r c e S l eep C en t er
tige, to make as many friends along the way as possible and to strive each day to become better people than we were the day before.
Comfort Source Sleep Center provides what everyone seeks each night: comfortable, helpful and restorative sleep. They do not just sell mattresses; they are truly experts
WHERE IS YOUR FAVORITE “OFF-THE-GRID”
in this field. Offering a variety of uppermost quality products
PLACE TO ESCAPE?
to accompany luxury mattresses such as frames, pillows
The Mediterranean
and delivery services, they have the skill and experience to care for the individual needs of their clientele. Their goal is
AS A CHILD, WHAT DID YOU WANT
to be the highest quality mattress purveyor in Southwest
TO GROW UP TO BE?
Florida. The only acceptable outcome in regard to their cus-
A weatherman
tomers is 100 percent satisfaction, and they will do whatever is necessary to obtain that end result.
WHAT MUSIC/SONG/ARTIST DO YOU JAM OUT TO WHEN NO ONE ELSE IS AROUND? Rush or Zeppelin IF YOU COULD SPEAK TO YOUR 21-YEAR-OLD SELF, WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE HIM? Trust your judgment, and follow your dreams; you are capable of everything. NAME ONE ITEM ON YOUR BUCKET LIST. Kite surfing IF YOU COULD BE ANY SUPERHERO, WHO WOULD YOU BE AND WHY? Superman! Some days it seems like I have to be him, whether I want to or not. WHAT WOULD BE ON YOUR PLATE FOR YOUR LAST MEAL? Stuffed manicotti
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DESCRIBE YOUR TYPICAL DAY. As the general manager of Burn by Rocky Patel, I am responsible for the day-to-day operations of running the business. My days generally start with emails and phone calls, orders and inventory, meetings with liquor reps and our marketing team, planning and/or hosting events, staff management and training, and making sure that we run a smooth operation and that our clients have a positive experience. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE BUSINESS TO VISIT HERE IN NAPLES? I’m an Italian foodie, so my favorite place in Naples is La Trattoria. I get a chance to see all of my friends from Italy and enjoy an authentic Neapolitan pizza made by one of my best friends. WHAT ARE YOUR TOP THREE PRIORITIES IN LIFE RIGHT NOW? My first priority is my family, my second is work and third is to make sure I work as hard and smart as possible so I can retire back home in Positano, Italy. WHERE IS YOUR FAVORITE “OFF-THE-GRID” PLACE TO ESCAPE? My favorite off-the-grid place is Puglia, Italy. It holds special memories from my summers as a child and has some of the best food, beaches and people in the world.
C o s i m o P i c c i
AS A CHILD, WHAT DID YOU WANT TO GROW UP TO BE? I wanted to be an astronaut. I’ve always had a curious mind. WHAT MUSIC/SONG/ARTIST DO YOU JAM OUT TO WHEN NO ONE ELSE IS AROUND? I love good European house music. IF YOU COULD SPEAK TO YOUR 21-YEAR-OLD SELF,
BUR N
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE HIM? I would have spent more time studying what I enjoyed as opposed to what I thought would make a good career.
Burn by Rocky Patel is an evolution in lounges. It is an elegant and inviting space that offers guests a walk-in humidor, handcrafted cocktails, live music, a DJ and the best scotch
NAME ONE ITEM ON YOUR BUCKET LIST. I’d like to go on a motorcycle tour with my friends across Europe.
and bourbon list in Naples. Burn hosts exclusive events in its VIP space and offers catered food, bottle service, tastings and pairings. The lounge boasts an amazing staff that makes
WHAT WOULD BE ON YOUR PLATE FOR YOUR LAST MEAL? My Nonna’s spaghetti with octopus
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CULINARY CREATIONS
A PINCH OF THIS, A SPLASH OF THAT TIPS FOR COOKING WITH WINE ARTICLE DEBRA LAIZURE | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
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USING WINE IN COOKING INTENSIFIES FLAVOR AND ADDS ANOTHER LEVEL OF UNIQUENESS TO YOUR RECIPE. It gives a dish that extra something special to turn great-grandma's pasta sauce recipe into your own (and make your sister-in-law jealous). So grab that secret ingredient from the wine cellar and head to the kitchen. As Julia Child says, "I enjoy cooking with wine; sometimes I even put it in the food I'm cooking." Wine should be added to food early enough in the cooking process that it has time to simmer. As wine cooks down, the alcohol evaporates away and the flavors begin to concentrate. Use a light hand at first until you get familiar with cooking with wine. Typically, white wines impart their delicate flavor to seafood and dishes like chicken piccata and vegetable risotto. Red wine adds depth to bolder dishes like beef bourguignon, mushroom steak sauce, and of course, great-grandma's famous pasta sauce. Using wine in a reduction or to deglaze a pan creates an intense and complex sauce. It easily picks up those coveted brown bits that elevate the flavor of any dish. But be careful—light and overly fruity wines can ruin a sauce. The fruitiness is lost during the cooking process and will leave the sauce too acidic, ensuring those lovely brown bits have gone to waste.
AS JULIA CHILD SAYS, "I ENJOY COOKING WITH WINE; SOMETIMES I EVEN PUT IT IN THE FOOD I'M COOKING." RED OR WHITE? Let's be clear about what is considered a good cooking wine. The so-called "cooking wine" found in your local grocery store next to the fancy vinegars and Worcestershire sauce is a poor excuse for a cooking ingredient. They are low in alcohol content, highly acidic and contain a massive amount of salt. Instead, choose a wine you would pair with the meal. Use one that is fruity, medium or full-bodied, and with little or no oak flavor. Wine aged in oak barrels tends to turn bitter and harsh when cooked in food. For red wines, pinot noir and blends such as Côtes du Rhône will produce consistent results. Again, avoid wines aged in oak such as the robust cabernet sauvignon. White wines should also be dry and full-bodied. Try a sauvignon blanc, unoaked chardonnay, or even a French vermouth. LET'S TALK PRICE Does an expensive wine produce a better sauce than a wine picked from the bargain bin? Well, maybe. America's Test Kitchen tested sauces made from similar wines in the $5, $10, $20 and $30 price points. They discovered that the $5 wines cooked down to sweet, syrupy sauces, while the $10, $20 and $30 bottles were smoother, making sauces with multiple layers of flavor. Although tasters favored wines in the two more expensive price ranges, none thought the difference justified spending an extra $10 or $20. They found that limiting the price to $10 left cooks with plenty of good shopping options.
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COOKING TIPS
+ Add a light, dry white wine to melted butter and baste grilled, broiled or baked fish.
+ Mix wine with different herbs and olive oil to make a delicious salad dressing.
+ Stir in a couple tablespoons of red wine into brown gravy. Slowly simmer to create a luscious sauce for beef.
+ Freeze leftover drinking wine in ice cube trays for future cooking use.
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RED WINE REDUCTION FOR SAUCES Two tablespoons of this potent wine reduction can be substituted in a recipe, such as a pan sauce, tomato sauce or roast beef jus, that calls for one-half to three-quarters cup of wine. Add this reduction near the end of the cooking time—the way you might finish a sauce by swirling in some butter. The reduction can be kept for up to two weeks in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Makes about 2 tablespoons INGREDIENTS
+ 1 small carrot, chopped fine (about 2 tablespoons)
+ 1 medium shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
+ 2 button mushrooms, chopped fine (about 3 tablespoons)
+ 1 small bay leaf + 3 sprigs fresh parsley + 1 cup fruity, smooth, medium-bodied red wine blend
INSTRUCTIONS Heat all ingredients in 12-inch nonstick skillet over low heat; cook, without simmering (liquid should be steaming but not bubbling), until mixture reduces to 1 cup, 15 to 20 minutes. Pour through strainer and return liquid (about 1/2 cup) to clean skillet. Continue to cook over low heat, without simmering, until liquid is reduced to 2 tablespoons, 15 to 20 minutes. From America’s Test Kitchen Season 2
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and a plot rooted in an ancient world resembling the Middle Ages, readers will encounter a brilliant story that is vivid, unforgettable and captivating. These pieces of fantasy literature are not for amateurs as they contain more than 600 pages, but do expect to be completely involved, immersed and hooked if you do decide to take on this venture.
03 DISCIPLINE EQUALS FREEDOM: FIELD MANUAL BY JOCKO WILLINK As part of the SEAL Teams for most of his adult life, Willink’s effective methods of success were born. These are not thorough, scientifically proven techniques to create a step-by-step plan to be a better man, but rather quick and to the point, motivating quips that are wrapped in military candor. This manual provides the keys to becoming MEN, IT’S TIME TO FEED YOUR BRAIN SOME SUPERFOOD! Fiction or nonfiction, no one can argue the benefits of reading. From creating smarter, empathetic, more interesting people to reducing stress, stretching the imagination and being an enriching, free pastime, reading is invaluable as it creates well-rounded people. Reading isn’t just for women— even though the number of women who read doubles that of men—so peruse these masculine-geared picks and feed your brain some superfood by diving into their pages!
A MAN CALLED OVE BY FREDRIK BACKMAN 01 Selling more than 2.8 million copies worldwide and sitting on the New York Times Best-Seller list for 42 weeks, this novel is not one to miss. Ove, a grumpy, lonely old man, feels he has no reason to live after losing his wife and trudges through life while planning for his impending death—but new neighbors seem to be the perfect antidote to his depression. Chapter by chapter, the hard exterior of Ove crumbles as his past is revealed and kind people wiggle their way into his life. This unfriendly curmudgeon turns into a relatable and incredibly lovable character that shows the complexity and dimensionality of a man. Hilarious conversations with Ernest the cat and moments of grief and loss over loved ones give this book life and depth and will create an appreciation for quality storytelling.
stronger, smarter, faster and healthier, addressing strategies for topics such as conquering weakness and fear and optimizing performance with better sleep and food habits, while specifically bringing attention to the most critical component—discipline—because without it, there is no real progress. With short sections titled “Destroyer Mode,” “Hesitation” and “Weakness,” the recommendations written are heavy-laden, but extremely effective if put into practice. This collection of anecdotes and guidelines would greatly complement any man cave’s coffee table.
04 DAEMON BY DANIEL SUAREZ While we live and function in a technological world, the “behind the scenes” that makes everything run smoothly is a mystery to most. This book delves into what would happen if that technology were programmed to be used against society as a top-notch game designer rigs the ever-running Daemon in the background to unleash a series of events upon his death to destroy lives and overthrow global society. This fast-paced, plausible technological thriller is unsettling, and Suarez has masterfully weaved a convincing future that almost seems inevitable.
05 INTO THE WILD BY JACK KRAKAUR On Sept. 6, 1992, Christopher McCandless was found
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dead. He was a college graduate, an athlete, a writer and an avid traveler with a bright future. Shortly after receiving his degree, he gave up everything, cut off his family and ventured
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The FADE
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what it is There are many different types of fades, but ultimately a fade haircut is one that tapers in length the further down you go on the back and sides, meaning it isn’t trimmed to just one standard length all around. The level of fade (low, mid or high) depends on what point the shortest part of the hair begins to fade into a longer length. ASK FOR Taper fade, low fade, mid fade, high fade or skin fade
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what it is This popular style is good for many types of hair as long as you have a lot of it. You’ll need length in the front, back and sides generally long enough to at least brush your shoulders. KEEP IT CLEAN Be sure to keep your sideburns and neckline trimmed even as your hair grows out.
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The quiff
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what it is Closely related to the pompadour, the quiff haircut requires longer hair in the front and shorter hair in the back. The longer hair in the front is brushed upward and back from the forehead and away from the face. This look can be sleek and shiny for a classic look or texturized and matte for a modern take. ASK FOR Short sides and a long textured top. Be sure enough hair is left on top to brush back instead of standing straight up.
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