ENTERTAINING FROM COAST TO COAST!
WADE AND ALEXIS
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Issue No. 43 AUGUST 2014
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THE EN TE R TAININ G IS S UE !
STAPLES 7 DATE BOOK
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10 EDITOR’S WISH LISTS
Cover: A L E X I S A N D W A D E of NE G R A N T I C R E A M ERY Photography by Kelsea Holder
Farm to Table Breakfast Club Black Tie
88 ODDS & ENDS 90 JUST MARRIED
T H E M AT C H B O O K G I R L . . .
throws an impromptu party. MAKES HER OWN ICE CREAM. paints landscapes outdoors. COLLECTS COLORFUL COCKTAIL NAPKINS . puts her dinner guests at ease. SAVORS CHERRIES IN THE SUMMERTIME. favors kindness over perfection. SERVES CHAMPAGNE ON HER VERANDA . offers a witty toast. 4
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Emily Post
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Book and film reviews
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Croghan's Jewel Box of Charleston, South Carolina
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FEATURES 34 FISHTOWN FETE
Cocktails on Lake Michigan with Maggie Revel Mielczarek of Leland Gal
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Columbia, South Carolina boutique owner Melissa Blanchard entertains at her island abode
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Negranti Creamery founders, Alexis and Wade, play host on their farm in Paso Robles, California PA GE
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YVES SAINT L AURENT IS BORN IN ORAN, FRENCH ALGERIA (1936)
THE WIZARD OF OZ MOVIEMUSICAL PREMIERES IN OCONOMOWOC, WISCONSIN (1939)
TOWER SUBWAY, THE WORLD’S FIRST UNDERGROUND TUBE RAILWAY, OPENS IN LONDON (1870)
DIRECTOR ALFRED HITCHCOCK IS BORN IN ESSEX, ENGL AND (1899)
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CHEF JULIA CHILD IS BORN IN PASADENA, CALIFORNIA (1912)
DOMESTIC GODDESS MARTHA STEWART BORN IN JERSEY CIT Y, NEW JERSEY (1941)
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LOUIS ARMSTRONG IS BORN IN NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA (1901)
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RISKY BUSINESS DEBUTS, MAKING TOM CRUISE A STAR (1983)
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ACTRESS LUCILLE BALL IS BORN NEAR JAMESTOWN, NEW YORK (1911)
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ACTRESS AUDREY TAUTOU IS BORN IN BEAUMONT, FRANCE (1976)
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NATIONAL S’MORES DAY
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THE BEATLES KICK OFF THEIR FIRST U.S. TOUR AT SAN FRANCISCO’S COW PAL ACE (1964)
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DIRT Y DANCING PREMIERES IN THEATERS (1987)
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PHOTOGRAPHER HENRI CARTIER-BRESSON IS BORN IN CHANTELOUP-EN-BRIE, FRANCE (1908)
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AMELIA EARHART BECOMES THE FIRST WOMAN TO FLY ACROSS THE UNITED STATES (1932)
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ROMAN HOLIDAY OPENS STARRING AUDREY HEPBURN (1953)
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ACTRESS INGRID BERGMAN IS BORN IN STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN (1915)
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CONTRIBUTORS THANK YOU
NICKIE CUTRONA
NATALIE DISALVO
STEPHANIE DUCLET T
KELSEA HOLDER
K ATIE NOONAN
Lovelyfest Event Designer Lovelyfest Event Designer San Luis Obispo, CA San Luis Obispo, CA
Photographer Charleston, SC
JOHN GESSNER
Photographer Traverse City, Michigan
Photographer San Luis Obispo, CA
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Note from Katie & Jane A U G U S T 2014
W elcome Matchbook girls! This August our goal is to encourage you to entertain. Daunting though it may seem, having guests over can be as simple or
as extravagant as you please. Whether it's a casual beachside bonfire or a sitdown dinner for twelve, we hope you'll embrace the festivities and flaunt your hostessing style. The coast-to-coast features in this month's issue should inspire you to roll up your sleeves and start planning a special fete. First up, we ventured down to the land of sweet tea and juleps. Melissa Blanchard, owner of Columbia, South Carolina, Vanjean and Pout boutiques, is your quintessential Southern hostess. Matchbook joined her at her Sullivan's Island home to soak up cocktails and the cool ocean breeze. Dapper waiters served guests a bevy of champagnes and the sprawling veranda made us feel like Scarlett O'Hara. Needless to say, Matchbook can't wait to return. Moving on to the Midwest, Maggie Revel Mielczarek of Leland Gal invites us to Michigan for a soiree at her charming Fishtown shop. Maggie's friends reunite in Leland each summer to catch up and savor the local specialty, cherries. We love Maggie's enthusiasm for the Midwest and her ability to infuse her gatherings with colorful, local touches. We're itching to redo our powderrooms in Leland Gal lattice wallpaper.
Lastly, our cover stars, Alexis and Wade of Negranti Creamery, invite us to an ice cream social on their California farm. Nestled in the Central Coast wine region, the expectant duo makes the most of their stunning scenery by entertaining al fresco whenever they get the chance. Naturally they incorporate their allnatural goat's milk ice cream in the dessert course. We can't wait to give Alexis's mouth-watering ice cream sandwich recipe a try. Now pull out your recipe (or cocktail!) book and invite over some friends. They'll be thanking you, trust us.
Wishing you many a successful soiree! KATIE + JANE
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MAY WE SUGGEST… August f ilm and book releases THE TRIP TO ITALY
If you enjoyed the 2010 film The Trip, then you won't want to miss comedians Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon's latest adventure. This time the two old friends have reunited for a culinary road trip that traces the steps of the Romantic poets' grand tour of Italy. From Liguria to Capri, they entertain us with the stunning Italian landscape, delectable cuisine, and a healthy dose of good humor. In theaters August 15 LOVE IS STRANGE
A t t h e m o v i e t h e a t e r. . . THE HUNDRED-FOOT JOURNEY
Produced by Steven Spielberg and Oprah Winfrey, this charming new film will tug at your heartstrings and stir up your appetite. Set in the idyllic village of Saint-AntoninNoble-Val in the south of France, the film stars Academy Award–winner Helen Mirren as French restaurant owner Madame Mallory. When the displaced Kadam family arrives from India and opens their own restaurant across the street, rivalry ignites. Madame Mallory is faced with a decision— will she compete with the talented, young Hassan Kadam or take him under her wing? In theaters August 8
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Everything is seemingly perfect when Ben and George tie the knot in a beautiful wedding ceremony in lower Manhattan. They've spent nearly four decades together and are eager to celebrate their newfound marital bliss. When George suddenly loses his job, however, the two must temporarily live apart
with family and friends—a test of everyone's kindness and patience. This lovable tale will especially warm the hearts of those familiar with the New York City real estate market. In theaters August 22 ARE YOU HERE
The big-screen directorial debut from "Mad Men" creator Matthew Weiner promises lots of laughs. When off-thegrid Ben Baker (Zach Galifianakis) inherits his estranged father's fortune, his sister (Amy Poehler) vows to dispute the will in court. Ben's friend Steve Dallas (Owen Wilson), the local weatherman, comes to his buddy's aid. In theaters August 22 ONE CHANCE
One Chance is the heartwarming true story of Paul Potts, a shy shop assistant by day and aspiring opera singer by night. When Simon Cowell chose Paul to compete on 'Britain's Got Talent' based on a YouTube video, the young man's life changed overnight. One can't help but root for the underdog in this hopeful film about chasing your dreams. In theaters August 29
On our book shelf... I AM HAVING SO MUCH FUN HERE WITHOUT YOU BY COURTNEY MAUM, AMAZON, $18
Deemed a "reverse love story," this is the tale of a philandering husband attempting to win back his wife. British artist Richard Haddon has decided to put his womanizing days behind him and recommit to his neglected family, but will his wife, Anne, ever forgive him? The entertaining novel is a twenty-first century exploration of love, marriage, and fidelity. THE HOTEL ON PLACE VENDÔME: LIFE, DEATH, AND BETRAYAL AT THE HOTEL RITZ IN PARIS BY TILAR J. MAZZEO, AMAZON, $22
We couldn't wait to crack open this thrilling history of Paris's famous Hotel Ritz during the Nazi occupation of World War II. Filled with glamorous fashion, espionage, and dangerous liaisons, New York Times best-selling author Tilar J. Mazzeo (The Widow Clicquot, The Secret of Chanel No. 5) unravels the history of Paris's esteemed cultural landmark. A must-read for our fellow Francophiles.
THE LAST OF ROBIN HOOD
Hollywood star and notorious womanizer Errol Flynn (Kevin Kline) embarks on an affair with aspiring actress Beverly Aadland (Dakota Fanning). Beverly's fame-obsessed mother, Florence (Susan Sarandon), will stop at nothing to see her daughter at the top. An engaging story of one family's overwhelming desire for fame and its devastating price. In theaters August 29 matchbook
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IF THERE'S ONE THING A MATCHBOOK GIRL APPRECIATES, IT'S A GOOD BAUBLE. DOWN SOUTH, OUR GIRLFRIENDS HAVE LONG BEEN RAVING ABOUT THE TREASURES AT CROGHAN'S JEWEL BOX. THE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA, BOUTIQUE HAS BEEN IN BUSINESS FOR MORE THAN 100 YEARS AND IS NOW A FOURTH GENERATION FAMILY BUSINESS. FROM ENGRAVING TO APPRAISING, THE SHOP IS KNOWN FOR TAKING EXTRA CARE OF ALL ITS LOYAL COSTUMERS' ANCIENT AND FUTURE HEIRLOOMS. JEWELRY COLLECTORS EVERYWHERE WILL BE THRILLED TO LEARN THE CROGHAN'S WEBSITE RECENTLY UNDERWENT A VERY POLISHED MAKEOVER BY GADABOUT CREATIVE'S BRILLIANTLY TALENTED HANNA SEABROOK– THAT'S RIGHT, YOU CAN SHOP THEIR SPARKLING ARCHIVE RIGHT NOW! FROM ANTIQUE CHARM BRACELETS TO JAW-DROPPING DIAMONDS, GET INSPIRED BY THESE PHOTOS FROM CROGHAN'S LATEST LOOKBOOK. matchbook
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EMILY POST
PORTRAIT OF A L ADY
The queen of manners was born Emily Price, the daughter of a Baltimore architect, in 1872. Her family eventually moved to New York where Emily attended finishing school and became a fixture in polite society. She met her future husband, Edwin Main Post, at a ball on Fifth Avenue. Her book Etiquette was first published in 1922 and was on its eighty-ninth printing when she passed away in 1960. Read on for a glimpse of the dynamic woman behind all the politeness.
. Post played the banjo and played 1 it well. Banjos were considered a very fashionable instrument in the 1890s.
. In 1915 Post and her two sons 3 took a cross-country road trip. The early roads were poor and they often found themselves stuck in the mud. Post wrote about the adventure.
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over the course of a year and a half. Post was fifty years old when it hit bookshelves in July 1922.
. Etiquette originally cost $4. 5 Today, the eighteenth edition of Etiquette is on bookshelves and fetches $39.99.
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20 TIPS FOR ENTERTAINING WITH STYLE
Fun tips and tricks for hospitable hostesses and generous guests
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Banish harsh overhead lighting. Embrace dimmers and candlelight to set the scene.
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Invite your guests by snail mail. No one wants to decline a beautiful invite.
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Keep your hors d'oeuvres small. Everyone appreciates a snack in one bite.
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Never arrive with flowers for the hostess. Send them a day before or after the event.
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Serve a signature cocktail. Think ginger margaritas in the summertime or hot toddys for a holiday fete.
Make a seating chart and remember who's single. A shrewd hostess just may make sparks fly.
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Create a hashtag for special Primp your powder room. We love a scented candle occasions. You'll enjoy checking instagram in bed the next morning. and bud vase with small blooms. Wear something special. As hostess you ought to look and feel your best.
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Fishtown fete
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aggie Revel Mielczarek spends her days by the water of Lake Michigan, and her colorful designs have us
wishing we did too. Each summer the artist’s friends reunite in Michigan to catch up over cocktails and pay a visit to her charming shop, Leland Gal. A former art educator, Maggie’s cheerful, hand-painted textiles adorn everything from pillows to purses, and they’ve been quite the hit. We caught up with the Midwest native for cherry cocktails and conversation. PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHN GESSNER
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WHAT WAS THE OCCASION FOR YOUR GET-TOGETHER?
The girls at the party are from Texas, Kentucky, Michigan, Wisconsin, South Carolina, and North Carolina. Leland, Michigan, a resort area where we all spent our summers, is the tie that binds us together and our friendships have been life long. We wait all year to reunite, and this was a perfect evening to toast our cherished summers here. WHAT WERE YOU EXCITED TO SERVE?
For me, it’s always about setting the tone with color, light, and local treats. My best friend, Sara Irwin, and I often entertain together—she’s usually in charge of the menu and I’m in charge of the decor. It makes planning a party stress free. I developed the fun cocktail using Chateau Fontaine’s local cherrywine, threw together some bright local veggies, and Sara used the Village Cheese Shanty’s brie to make the amazing grilled brie with cherry thyme relish. Rachel Carlson and Greta Bell of the Dam Candy Store attended as well, and brought us the vibrant sweets. 36
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HAS THE MIDWEST INFLUENCED HOW YOU ENTERTAIN?
WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT MICHIGAN?
It really is tough to beat Certainly! I’ve lived in a northern Michigan the Midwest my entire summer. Leland is a small life. Viewing the beautiful town that’s peaceful, safe, natural surroundings and breezy, and familiar. It is using what is available the warm sun on your skin to make for simple, fun at the beach at sunset, entertaining is the only campfires with friends, way I know. One of my chilly boat rides at night, favorite elements in life the wind through your is the spontaneous gethair, andpine needles together. Day of, we’re all under your feet. It’s all free . . . what can we bring very tactile and free. In a and see you in two hours. way, everyone can be a kid again when they arrive for the summer here.
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Leelanau Cherry-Lime Spritz Combine all at once, so you can have fun at the party. 1 bottle Chateau Fontaine Cherry Wine (our favorite Leelanau vitner) ½ bottle of Simply Limeade 2 cups of vodka 1 bottle of S.Pellegrino (for fizz) ½ cup of Rose’s lime juice. Serve on the rocks with a lacy thin lime slice and a pitted, stemmed cherry to garnish.
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Love Maggie's designs as much as we do? Here are some of our colorful favorites...
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TELL US ABOUT FISHTOWN.
Fishtown is a collection of weathered fishing shanties, smokehouses, overhanging docks, fish tugs, and charter boats along the Leland River in Leland, Michigan. The area was almost sold as one piece of commercial real estate in 2004, when a group of dedicated citizens formed the Fishtown Preservation Society and started efforts to pay for and preserve the last working fishing village left on the Great Lakes. WHEN DID YOU OPEN YOUR SHOP HERE?
The shop opened just last summer! A friend recommended we put our name on the waiting list for a retail space in Fishtown. I knew how coveted these retail shanties are and was told it would be at least a five-year wait to be interviewed. So I figured, why not? I had just discovered I was pregnant. In November, the Fishtown Preservation Society called to tell me that there was indeed a spot opening up and that I would have to submit my formal business plan in a few weeks to be considered. It was a whirlwind. I waddled, matchbook
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large and in charge, into my interview over Christmas break. In January, they called to let me know I got the space. I was half excited and half terrified. In March, I had my son Tommy, and in May, we opened our doors. WHAT INSPIRES YOUR HAND-PAINTED TEXTILES?
It is my intention for my fabrics to exude the way we all feel when we are here by the water—laid back, youthful, free, and content. My textiles are inspired by the nature that surrounds the area, the activities you can do here, and the feeling that you get when you are by the water. DO YOU EVER INCORPORATE YOUR DESIGNS INTO YOUR PARTY PLANNING?
Yes, I have often used fabric to wrap wine bottles and as prints for name cards and invitations. I am also aware of the large impact of my prints and try to pair them with clean, solid colors to make them pop and not overdo it. A little goes a long way. WHAT ’S UP NEXT FOR LELAND GAL?
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Maggie’s Matchbook Questionnaire TEA OR COFFEE?
A latte to start the day. I COLLECT . . .
Memories and stories FAVORITE CITY?
Leland, Michigan SPRING OR FALL?
Spring BLOOM OF CHOICE?
Tuberose CHINA PATTERN?
Honestly, I like plain white and I bring in color in other ways.
I’M LUSTING AFTER . . .
Room and Board Emerald Green Murphy Sofa MOST PRIZED POSSESSION?
My supportive family GIRL CRUSH?
Keira Knightley BOY CRUSH?
Tim Riggins of Friday Night Lights ON WEEKENDS . . .
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Maggie’s Entertaining Tips Spend a couple of days planning out how you want the night to go, and do the
legwork ahead of time so that you aren’t tired before the party even starts. Keep it simple and don’t overthink it.
Teamwork. Combine with a great chef (I am lucky enough
to have one in my husband.) or a great friend to make the party even better. Usually something new and fresh is born from collaboration.
Give your guests something to do. People really don’t
love idle chitchat, however, a successful dinner party to me is when storytelling happens naturally, or when there is a friendly competition to connect you together with your guests and create new memories.
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WHEN ENTREPRENEUR MELISSA BLANCHARD HAS AN OCCASION TO CELEBRATE, SHE DOES IT WITH STYLE. THE OWNER OF COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA, FASHION BOUTIQUE VANJEAN AND BEAUTY BOUTIQUE POUT, MELISSA HAS MADE A CAREER OF HER FINE TASTE. TO CELEBRATE THE UPCOMING NUPTIALS OF VANJEAN MANAGER, CHRISTINA CROPP, MELISSA INVITED THE GIRLS OVER TO HER WATERFRONT SULLIVAN’S ISLAND HOME. FROM THE KRUG ROSÈ TO THE MOTOWN TUNES, THE SOUTHERN BELLE DIDN’T MISS A BEAT. READ ON FOR MELISSA’S TIPS AND TRICKS TO BEING A MOST HOSPITABLE HOSTESS.
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WHAT DID YOU SERVE YOUR GUESTS?
Champagne! It seemed appropriate to serve a variety of champagnes to celebrate the bride-to-be. I pulled a few special bottles from my collection. We started with a Ruinart Blanc de Blanc and finished with a Krug Rosè. Yes, we had another bottle or two in 56
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MOST ABOUT YOUR SULLIVAN’S ISLAND HOME?
Since it was a warm summer afternoon, I kept the menu simple and light—a selection of fruits, berries, cheeses, and patè to complement the beverage yet not be too filling.
The beach-facing porch... memories are made on porches.
WHAT DO YOU LOVE
When short on time, I depend on Pandora. For
WHAT IS ON YOUR ENTERTAINING SOUNDTRACK?
a late afternoon summer, celebrate-the-bride soiree, I went with a Motown station that morphed into Beyoncé by the end. Doesn’t every girls-only soiree end with a little Beyoncé jam?
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Keep the affair simple yet interesting so not to overwhelm your guests with too many options. Everyone makes decisions, large and small, all day long. Your guests need to just be. Candles and greenery from the yard work for every occasion.
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WHO WOULD YOU INVITE TO YOUR DREAM COCKTAIL PARTY?
I would probably invite a combination of fashion designers (including Phillip Lim) and friends who appreciate what those designers create. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO LAUNCH YOUR COLUMBIA BOUTIQUE, VANJEAN?
The Vanjean concept was born when the previous tenant, a well-established women’s clothing boutique in the current Vanjean space, decided to close. I secured the lease and, after a brief renovation, opened with the same clothing lines as the previous store, but with the new name and an updated look. HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHAT TO CARRY AT THE BOUTIQUE?
I am the Vanjean customer. What I like and what catches my eye is the litmus test for a brand or item to make it to the sales floor. WHEN DID POUT COME TO BE AND WHAT INSPIRED ITS LAUNCH?
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years ago, where I fell in love with a shop named Soak. At the time, cosmetics and skincare were still primarily sold at the beauty counter in major department stores. Sephora and Ulta had not yet become part of the retail landscape in most malls or towns. The concept of a neighborhood beauty 62
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emporium seemed fresh. It still is. WHAT IS YOUR CAN’TLIVE-WITHOUT-IT BEAUTY PRODUCT?
Chantecaille mascara—the formula is very moisturizing and keeps my lashes healthy and full. WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT BEING A SMALL
BUSINESS OWNER?
I enjoy having prevalence and making a positive contribution to my community.
fundraiser at my home, and hometown, in Aiken, South Carolina.
WHAT ’S THE NEXT PARTY ON YOUR LIST?
Next time I play hostess will be in October. I’m hosting an arts
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Photography by Kelsea Holder Event design by Natalie Disalvo and Stephanie Duclett of Lovelyfest Designs Florals by Katie Noonan of Noonan Designs
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Negr a nt i Cre a m e r y f o unde r s , Al e x i s a n d Wad e , kno w a t hi ng o r t wo a bo ut dessert . On the i r f a r m i n Pa s o Ro bl e s , Ca l i f o rn i a , th e e nt re pre ne ur i a l hus ba nd- a nd- w i f e d u o creat e de l i c i o us i c e c re a m f l a v o r s m a d e from a l l - na t ur a l s he e p' s m i l k. W hi l e Wad e f o c us e s o n t he f a r m , Al e x i s drea ms u p th e f l a v o r s i n t he i r ki t c he n wi t h " j u st th e ba s i c s , no pre s e r v a t i v e s , no c o l o ri n g , and no i ng re di e nt s we c a n’t pro no u n ce. " S oon- t o - be pa re nt s , Al e x i s a nd Wa d e p r ide t he m s e l v e s o n c re a t i ng a f re s h , wh ole s o m e pro duc t t he who l e f a m i ly can enj o y. Fr i e nds a re o f t e n i nv i t e d o v er to the f a r m f o r a l f re s c o di nne r s , o r s omet i m e s , j us t de s s e r t . Wi t h pl e nt y o f s tu nn i ng c e nt r a l c o a s t a c re a g e a s t h ei r b ack dro p a nd t he o c c a s i o na l v i s i t f ro m th e ho s t s ' ho r s e s , t he Ne g r a nt i s ' g u est s are n e v e r di s a ppo i nt e d. We c a ug ht u p with Al e x i s a nd Wa de t o c ha t i c e c rea m, far m i ng , a nd e nt e r t a i ni ng a l f re s c o . WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT ENTERTAINING AL FRESCO?
We are lucky to be surrounded by such natural beauty; it really makes outdoor parties (almost) completely effortless. Here in Paso Robles there's a time we call the "golden hour,"
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An ice cream social is a fun, easy way to entertain. It takes minimal effort, and who doesn't love a party based around ice cream? I prepped by making the ice cream sandwiches, sun tea, and flavored waters the day before. That way, on the day of, I was able to set the table. ANY ENTERTAINING TIPS FOR THE MATCHBOOK GIRL?
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enjoy yourself! Your guests can sense your stress. Who cares if everything isn't perfect? If you're having a great time, your guests will be too. You want your guests to be enjoying themselves so much they don't even notice you forgot to serve almost half the meal. (This may have happened to me last Christmas Eve . . . And guess what? No one was the wiser!)
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO OPEN NEGRANTI CREAMERY?
I had graduated from college and quickly realized I didn't want to sit at a desk for the rest of my life. I have always loved cooking and animals, so I thought of a way to marry the two. Start a sheep dairy and make ice cream from the milk—more than one person thought I had gone crazy! I decided to go for it, regardless of the fact
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ON THE MENU Ice cream sandwiches so simple, nostalgic, and special. Alexis served these delicious combinations:
Salted Double Chocolate Cookie with our Black Coffee Ice Cream White Chocolate Chip Cookie with our Maple Pecan Ice Cream Salted Double Chocolate Cookie with our Blackberry Rosemary Ice Cream
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ALEXIS' SALTED DOUBLE CHOCOLATE COOKIES 2⅓ C all purpose flour 1 C cocoa powder 1 t baking soda 1 t salt 1 ¼ C unsalted butter 1 C white sugar 1 C packed dark brown sugar 1 egg 1 t pure vanilla extract 1 t instant coffee 1 t instant coffee 1½-2 C semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees 2. In a bowl, combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, salt, and instant coffee 3. In an electric mixer, cream butter and sugars. Add the egg and vanilla, mix. 4. Slowly add flour mixture until just combined. 5. Blend in chocolate chips. 6. Roll dough into 2" balls onto lined baking sheet. Flatten balls of dough with a base of a drinking glass, mason jar, etc. 7. Cook for 13-15 minutes (don't overcook, they will firm up as they cool). Enjoy!
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I had zero dairying or ice cream making experience, and I am so glad I did. To anyone wanting to start their own business my advice is don't be scared! If it doesn't work out as planned, there are always other options. You don't want to get to the end of your life wishing you had taken that chance. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT OWNING YOUR OWN 78
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Every day is a new day, and you never know what tomorrow will bring. It's both terrifying and extremely satisfying.
LOVE ABOUT CALIFORNIA'S CENTRAL COAST?
Gosh, what do I not love? I absolutely love Paso Robles— the down-toearth people, incredible food HOW OFTEN DO YOU and wine culture, EAT ICE CREAM? and beautiful topography. When Do I have to say? going out to dinner, All the time! I like I love that I can to say it's quality be in a dress and control; it's a tough heels, or jeans and job but someone's boots, and nobody got to do it. notices either way. I appreciate that kind WHAT DO YOU of "realness." I can't
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imagine a more perfect place to make my ice cream and raise a family. What's next for Negranti Creamery?
I get so many requests from around the country for our ice cream; I would love to offer our product in more states than just California. Other than that plan, who knows! It's all part of the adventure. matchbook
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CULTURE CLUB
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Tea or coffee? Coffee, coffee, coffee I collect... Cowboy boots Favorite city? Florence Spring or fall? Fall on the ranch is magical. Bloom of choice? Anything from a country garden—hydrangeas, stock, peonies Style icon? Kate Middleton meets Ralph Lauren China pattern? Classic Spode, Italian Blue I’m lusting after... A trip back to Italy Most prized possession? My Grandmother's painting Girl crush? Britney. No shame here; I'm a child of the '90s! Boy crush? My husband, forever and always On weekends... If I'm not at a wedding with the ice cream truck, you'll find Wade and I riding our horses or renovating our barn home—yes, we live in a barn! matchbook
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GET THE LOOK
Bandana Chambray Drop-waist Dress, Gap, $70 • Frye Billy Pull On Boots, Zappos, $278 • Ice Cream Sandwich Pan, Williams-Sonoma, $36 • Ice Cream Scoop, Peach Suite, $4 • Pair of Oak Side Chairs, Layla Grace, $919 • Glass Hobnail Pitcher, High Street Market, $125 • Floral Linen Pillow, High Street Market, $98 • Milk Glass Cake Stand, Terrain, $68 • Hand Embroidered Cocktail Napkins, Julia B., 8 for $395 • Horse Shoe Bottle Opener, Barneys, $265 matchbook
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ODDS & ENDS FUJIFILM INSTAX MINI 90 NEO CLASSIC CAMERA, URBAN OUTFITTERS, $200
YELLOW GOLD AND RUBY RAPUNZEL BAND BY POLLY WALES, LOVE ADORNED, $1680
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This compact little camera is perfect for day trips. JANE
I adore the unique texture of these antique rubies. JANE
CORIOLISS MINI TRAVEL HAIRDRYER, AMAZON, $49
My talented friend Jane Pope sent me these and I haven't taken them off since. KATIE
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S H A R E T H E I R L AT E S T OBSESSIONS...
MANSUR GAVRIEL BUCKET BAG, STEVEN ALAN, $495 Is it fall yet? KATIE
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SCHWINN CYCLES CREAM 13 SPEED BICYCLE, PARAGON SPORTING GOODS, $360
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ELEGANT NOTES JOURNAL, PAPER SOURCE, $20
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Simple and so chic. KATIE
BUSINESS CARD CASE WITH MONOGRAM, LEATHEROLOGY, $47
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FLOWER WEAVE MARIGOLD RUG, SOCIETY SOCIAL, $455
The perfect carry-all for credit cards and business cards alike. JANE
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This fun rug makes a serious statement. KATIE
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I discovered this fun gallery wall at Art Southampton in July. JANE
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JUST MARRIED
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Güeñes, Spain
During our freshmen year at university in Lugano, Switzerland. WE MET
Was an evening picnic in a rose garden. The ring came with dessert! THE PROPOSAL
Was by Priscilla of Boston and had a train long enough to fill the aisle of the sixteenth century church. MY DRESS
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We were married in the same village church where Iñigo's grandparents, greatgrandparents, and greatgreat-grandparents were married. Family and friends had traveled from around the world to help us celebrate. WE HONEYMOONED IN
First in a château near Bordeaux and then, a few months later, in Vietnam. PHOTOGRAPHY BY LINDA LUMIERE
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See you next month! IN THE MEANTIME, WE HOPE YOU ’LL JOIN US ON OUR ADVENTURES: