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COVER FEATURE: 931 BEAUTY CO.
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT — NUTRITION FAKTORY
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5 MUST-HAVE KITCHEN GADGETS
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COMFORTING CARROT CAKE
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LOCAL ARTIST FEATURE — KRISTIN SEIBOLD
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THE URBAN RETREAT
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COTTAGE AT THE RIDGE — PART ONE
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FROM MUSIC TO MENUS
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HIGH QUALITY CARE CLOSE TO HOME
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT — B’S SALTY & SWEET
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LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL
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PROM STYLE 2021
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FASHION TRENDS
ON THE COVER: JESSIE MOBLEY, OWNER, 931 BEAUTY CO. PHOTO BY NATHAN ZUCKER
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A letter from the Publisher KATHY FOX PUBLISHER | EDITOR IN CHIEF While the sun is shining longer these days and the flowers are beginning to bloom, I am looking forward to exploring more of Maury County, and I invite you to do the same. Whether it is visiting a new business or one of your longtime favorites, planning a staycation, or dining at one of the many scrumptious restaurants with friends, Maury County is brimming with wonderful places to discover! As Maury County Living continues to grow, the show of support from the community, residents, and businesses has been awe-inspiring. This magazine was created just for YOU, and is packed with local content originating right here in Maury County. I cannot begin to express my appreciation for those who contributed to this publication through advertising, photography, or providing content — I thank you from the bottom of my heart. This issue is filled with exploration, as we are all ready to venture out and enjoy the vibrant colors of spring. Our feature story shares how 931 Beauty Co. offers a high-end salon experience like no other, as owner Jessie Mobley tells her story. For the food lover, take a bite of a delicious dessert — a recipe originating from a castle in Scotland. For those that need a staycation, peek inside an urban and rural retreat — both located in Maury County, and for the adventuresome type, consider taking a magical trip with Jimmy the Cricket and Maury County Living that is being planned for November 2021! Our mission at Maury County Living magazine is to connect the residents of Maury County to local businesses by sharing curated feature articles via print and social media. If you have not yet followed us on Instagram and Facebook please do, and remember to use #MAURYCOUNTYLIVING when posting. The locally-owned businesses, that make this
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DIGITAL DIRECTOR Christopher Hughes
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Katie Baker Kathy Fox
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Kathryn York PHOTOGRAPHERS
Holly Dobbs Photography
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LOCAL ARTIST FEATURE
This Local Feature Artist’s painting was designed exclusively for Vintage Winery in Columbia and is on display in the wine tasting room. The mule was used to create the label of the Mule Day Rosé, a limited wine label, and a portion of the proceeds are being donated to Harvest Share Food Pantry of Maury County.
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Kristin Seibold is a local artist native to Tennessee. She enjoys painting on old rusty items that would otherwise be discarded.
She thanks God for the gift he blessed her with, and is reminded that God’s gift to you is often God’s gift to others through you. MAURYCOUNTYLIVING.COM
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AN EXPERIENCE
to Remember
A Q & A WITH 931 BEAUTY CO. OWNER — JESSIE MOBLEY
By Kathy Fox
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IF YOU ARE HAPPY WITH YOURSELF ON THE OUTSIDE, YOU ARE ONE STEP CLOSER TO BEING HAPPY ON THE INSIDE BECAUSE IT IS ALL CONNECTED. IT IS NOT ABOUT BEING VAIN — IT IS HOW YOU FEEL, AND THAT HAS A LOT TO DO WITH YOUR HAIR AND YOUR FACE. A GOOD HAIRCUT MAKES ANYONE FEEL LIKE A BRAND-NEW PERSON!
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— JESSIE MOBLEY, OWNER, 931 BEAUTY CO.
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Why did you start 931 Beauty Co.? I wanted women in this area to have a high-end salon experience without having to drive to Nashville. From
the greeting to the consultation, lounging in a robe with a glass of champagne or wine, to the aesthetic of the building and the energy, I created an upscale relaxing atmosphere for the clients to enjoy — both women and men.
While you are getting an awesome hair experience, you are also getting all the little details that make you feel beautiful and elegant, it is really about an aesthetic. Being from Los Angeles and getting more of an experience in the California market of hair dressing, I wanted to bring a certain style of hair, fresh and trendy, to Columbia. We offer weekly memberships, have a huge hair extension clientele, as well as the newest techniques that you would typically have to drive up to Nashville to get. As our business has grown, we have had nothing but support from the Columbia community. We turn the salon visit into an experience.
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What sets your business apart from other salons in the area? When I decided to open 931 Beauty Co., I wanted to create more of a brand of salon along with a team where
we all helped each other. This has now turned into a complete training program for our hair stylists. We have a salon coach that comes in and works with every single one of us to set goals, both personally for myself and the staff, and for their professional paths creating more of a career than a job in the hair dressing industry. We base most of our work on education where everyone here has mandatory education requirements. They all start in the associate program and work their way up to different levels based on their monthly ratings. The monthly ratings lead to promotions, which help advance the stylists in their careers and achieve their personal goals.
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How did you get started in the profession? I actually went to beauty school to avoid college (laugh, laugh). I did not know what I wanted to do with my life,
but I knew I wanted to have fun with whatever I did. I started off in the industry and immediately assisted a Vidal Sassoon artist for two years. I basically did all the washing and blow drying for two years and learned. From there I went to corporate salons and then, when I had my daughter, I decided to start a mobile service in Beverly Hills doing in-home services. I really wanted to be a stay-at-home parent and we moved to Tennessee from California where again I started doing hair out of my home. As my clientele grew, I quickly realized I needed a space outside of my home so I started 931 Beauty Co. in May 2018 with one employee and now we have 12. MAURYCOUNTYLIVING.COM
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How do you balance work and being a mother? That is a great question! Some days I have my kids both here with me tearing up the salon, but I do what I have
to do for my kids and family. It can be a struggle and I think every mother wrestles trying to balance work life and motherhood. It is always a balancing act, like having to answer the phone with a baby on my hip screaming or having to leave work early because of a sick child, we have all been there at some point. It is a work in progress, but each day is getting easier. As the salon grows, I can delegate more responsibilities letting me work behind the chair instead of behind the scenes.
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Why do you love your job? I absolutely live for the days where women cry happy tears in my chair. I see clients who have suffered tremendously,
whether they lost their hair from chemotherapy or their hair is falling out because they lost their three-year-old child to cancer, they come in to be pampered and feel beautiful again. We all cry together when they see themselves after we have added hair extensions and for the first time in many months, they feel beautiful again after enduring so much personal stress or heartache. Through this whole pandemic I have realized that when we do not feel good on the inside, the one thing we do have control over is the outside appearance. What that does for our psyche is imperative to our wellbeing. I always say we are ‘hairapist’ because we listen to people. We listen because sometimes we are the only friends they have at that specific time and moment. People choose a stylist because they like them, there is a synergy and they communicate well together, it is like a happy marriage. If you can make a client feel absolutely stunning, you see it all over their face and that is a fantastic feeling to have!
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What do you love about Columbia? Columbia’s artistic community and culture are incredible. I think downtown is so charming! There are
also all these little pockets of Columbia like Hatcher Lane (wink, wink) where new and exciting things are happening. It’s just fun exploring. For me, what really sets Columbia apart from other places I have lived are the people. There is a warmth and a sense of togetherness like I’ve never experienced before. Recently my mother unexpectedly passed away and it was a very hard time for me and I must say the outpouring of love and support my family received was mind blowing. Neighbors were bringing home cooked meals to our door. Our sweet clients from the salon made hospital visits to check in on me. This was the kind of stuff I only thought happened on TV. The love my family and I received during this time will not soon be forgotten. I knew when we arrived to this town four years ago there was something special about it, but to actually experience how this community supports others is something I will always be grateful for. I am so proud and humbled to be a part of the growth of Columbia and it is my passion to ensure 931 Beauty Company gives back to the community as much as it has given to me and my family.
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VITAMINS FROM A-Z ...
Plus More!
The Nutrition Faktory in Columbia, Tennessee, opened its doors in January 2020. Nick Redford, the General Manager, has ONE GOAL in mind for his customers, give them the absolute best experience they have ever had at a
Nutrition Faktory COLUMBIA
NICK REDFORD — GENERAL MANAGER
nutrition store! The customer experience is particularly important at the Nutrition Faktory because many nutrition stores put profit ahead of the customer experience by pushing “house brands” so customers cannot research or find them online. This typically means the customer ends up paying a premium, but the Nutrition Faktory only stocks the top brands in the industry and ALL can be price-checked online so buyers can be confident they are getting the best pricing every day. In fact, with more than 20 years in the industry, the Nutrition Faktory orders direct cutting out the middleman which means customers are getting wholesale pricing! In addition, many nutrition stores offer employee bonuses and commission for selling specific, high-profit items, which can make the customers feel “bullied” into buying something they didn’t want. At the Nutrition Faktory employees are paid a fair hourly wage with one goal in mind, give the customers an amazing experience, no bullying or pressure to buy — period!
ALL THE TOP FLAVORS OF THE TOP PRODUCTS FROM THE TOP BRANDS ARE UNDER ONE ROOF SO SHOPPERS CAN GET EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE! All the top flavors of the top products from the top brands are under one roof so shoppers can get EVERYTHING in one place! If by chance there is something a customer is looking for, the Nutrition Faktory welcomes product requests and depends on client’s feedback to help build their stores. That way, they can stock the products customers are asking for. With so many nutritional products available these day, the Nutrition Faktory offers its patrons free samples to “try before you buy.” Simply ask for free samples of the latest products and they are happy to oblige. Stop by today and check out the complete selection of products including weight loss, muscle builders, protein supplements, vitamins, sleep support, joint, digestion, energy and much more, at the Nutrition Faktory. Your body will thank you! n
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Make Cooking a Breeze
5 MUST-HAVE
KITCHEN GADGETS By Kathryn York
A kitchen is the heart of any home. It’s a place where
memories are made — in addition to delicious savory
foods and sweet treats. The best kitchens are equipped
with helpful tools to not only make cooking easy but also fun. So, whether you are a self-proclaimed home chef,
or if you’ve never prepared a meal that didn’t involve a
microwave, here are five must-have kitchen gadgets that you may not have nor ever realized you needed!
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1 Fish Spatula You’re probably already thinking to yourself ... a fish spatula is for, well ... fish. And you’re right! But, did you know that a fish spatula can be used for so much more? Designed with a wide head that tapers toward the handle and large spaces between its slots, a fish spatula is commonly used for all types of delicate foods. Much more versatile than a traditional spatula, one of the best uses for a fish spatula is for removing warm cookies or pastries from a sheet pan. Also, with its sharp and sturdy edges, it’s also great for breaking up ground beef in a pan. Also, a fish spatula’s slotted shape can work in a pinch when you’re frying foods and don’t have a slotted spoon or traditional spatula on hand. All in all, a fish spatula is a practical and easyto-find tool that you’ll definitely want to add to your kitchen collection.
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Dual Grater
If you love using a grater, you’ll definitely love a dual grater. This handy gadget combines fine and course grating surfaces in one easy handheld unit. Dual graters are perfect for citrus zest, nutmeg, hard cheeses (like parmesan), and vegetables. While dual graters are excellent tools for prepping food and baking, you can also use them for garnishing dishes. You can add a variety of colors, flavors, and textures to your food presentation by adding a little zest (literally). It’s even fun to use a dual grater when making fancy cocktails and adding a splash of ginger or lime to make it just right.
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Digital Pocket Thermometer
When cooking meat do you ever ask yourself or a family member, “Does this look done to you?” Especially with pork, it can be hard to determine when the meat is cooked to perfection. You don’t want to overcook it, because let’s face it: no one likes a tough pork chop. However, you also don’t want to undercook it and risk getting sick. That’s why it’s important to know at what temperatures trichinosis and salmonella are killed. With pork, it’s best (and safest) prepared with the center registering 145 degrees and chicken at 165 degrees. You can eliminate the guessing of “Is this fully cooked?” with a handy, thin tip digital pocket thermometer. Yes, these look very similar to the ones you may have in your bathroom cabinet. However, the biggest difference in digital thermometer for cooking is its special thin tip designed for puncturing meat and gauging higher heat.
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4 Portable Induction Cooktop If you’ve ever lived in a home with a double oven, you can attest to the convenience of all the desserts and dinners you can make in those ovens simultaneously. When the holidays come around, you can pack them with casseroles, side dishes, and cakes. It’s so wonderful having all that extra space to cook food and have it all prepared in one setting. Well, as nice as it can be to have double ovens, a majority of cooking actually happens on the stove top. More times than not, you’ll have all four burners going full blast and still need to finish cooking one dish to start another. A wonderful solution we have at our luxury today is found in having a portable induction cooktop, which can be a gamechanger for preparing holiday meals, outdoor gatherings, or when you just need an extra burner. Portable induction cooktops are great for cooking with kids,
A WONDERFUL SOLUTION WE HAVE AT OUR LUXURY TODAY IS FOUND IN HAVING A PORTABLE INDUCTION COOKTOP — WHICH CAN BE A GAMECHANGER FOR PREPARING HOLIDAY MEALS, OUTDOOR GATHERINGS, OR WHEN YOU JUST NEED AN EXTRA BURNER.
too, as once the pot is removed from the burner, the heat is eliminated and immediately begins to cool. Another thing that can make them safer for cooking is that you can use the portable cooktop on a different counter or island to keep them away from the stove top. Portable induction cooktops also take less energy than traditional stoves, and they and cook food much faster.
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5 Immersion Circulator Probably the most non-traditional from all the others on this list, the immersion circulator can really change the way you cook and store food. Immersion circulators are temperature-controlled water baths that allow you to cook vacuum-sealed foods low and slow. An immersion circulator develops flavor and texture to the food over a period of time, using just the right amount of heat to bring out the best flavors of the food.
AN IMMERSION CIRCULATOR DEVELOPS FLAVOR AND TEXTURE TO THE FOOD OVER A PERIOD OF TIME, USING JUST THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF HEAT TO BRING OUT THE BEST FLAVORS OF THE FOOD.
KATHRYN YORK is the owner and curator of Smith & York Company, a modern home boutique located on the square in downtown Columbia, Tennessee and along with her husband Adam, co-owners of Lime & Loaf, a kitchen shop located inside Smith & York Co. and a collaboration with
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An immersion circulator cooks your food to the exact right temperature
co-owners Paul & Chrissy Jensen of The Dotted Lime.
and holds it there, never overcooking it unlike a crock pot that can burn or
Open seven days a week, Smith & York Co. offers a diverse
overcook your food. If you like to do large meal preparation or buy meat
selection of home goods, including tabletop accessories,
in bulk to freeze, an immersion circulator could be a great addition to your
lighting, textiles, and gift items, while Lime & Loaf offers
kitchen. Freezing your favorite meats and seafoods can help save you
a wide selection of chef-curated kitchen essentials for
money and being able to put the frozen foods directly into the water can
cooking and baking. Learn more about both shops by
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— DELICIOUS HAPPINESS —
Comforting Carrot Cake By Kathy Fox As we look forward to the warmer weather of spring and the beautiful colors it brings, many people enjoy planting vegetable gardens and reaping the fruits of their labor. One very abundant root vegetable in gardens is the brightly colored orange carrot. Carrots are versatile and delicious and can be used in so many ways, whether to complement a delicious steak dinner, spruce up a veggie tray, or add sweetness to a delectable carrot cake dessert. No one actually knows where the modern-day carrot cake smothered in cream cheese frosting originated, but it does appear to have evolved from the carrot pudding of the middle ages, when sugar was hard to come by in Britain and carrots were used as sugar substitutes. The modern-day carrot cake, according to food historians, most likely descended from Medieval carrot puddings enjoyed by Europeans for centuries. Recipes for carrot pudding can be found as far back as the 10th century in Arabian cookbooks, but there were no references to carrot cake until the 19th century. For years now this sweet and moist spiced cake, loaded with carrots, and covered in a cream cheese frosting has been served at parties, weddings and family events. In fact, George Washington even served carrot cake at many of his parties. This wonderful carrot cake recipe originated at the cafe at the 16th century Crathes Castle in Scotland and is probably the best carrot cake you will ever have. This one-bowl carrot cake recipe is so easy to make — you will be delighted by your scratch-made marvel. Whether you are already a fan of carrot cake or prefer a chocolate decadent dessert, give this incredibly special recipe a try, as the result is a very comforting and tasty dessert. Who knows, this carrot cake might just become your new favorite dessert!
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Comforting Carrot Cake Ingredients 2 cups grated carrots 2 large eggs 1 cup granulated sugar ¾ cup canola oil 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons cinnamon 2 teaspoons Schwartz mixed spice* Pinch of salt * To experience the exact flavor of this recipe, we recommend buying the Schwartz mixed spice.
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30 minutes
COOK:
45 minutes
ADDITIONAL: TOTAL:
2 hours
SERVINGS: YIELD:
45 minutes
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One 9-inch round cake.
Double the recipe for a two-layer cake; Triple the recipe for a three-layer cake.
Instructions Preheat oven to 350°. Mix all ingredients
together in one bowl. Grease and flour 9" round pan, pour batter, and bake for 45
minutes or until done. Test the center with a toothpick and if it comes out clean the cake
is done. If not, continue to bake until cooked through. Do not over-bake. Let cool in pan
for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
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TIP ❱❱ For an even richer taste, substitute dark brown sugar for the granulated sugar or use a combination of the two.
Cream Cheese Frosting 1 box powdered sugar, 16 ounces 1 package of cream cheese, 8 ounces 1 stick butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla
Mix all ingredients until smooth. Frost the cake once cooled completely.
TIP ❱❱ The original recipe does not have nuts, so if you are craving that nutty flavor and crunch, add chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter or frosting. If frosting is your thing, make it four layers and indulge in sweetness!
This recipe was contributed by Deb Smith and was given to her more than 20 years ago when her family visited the Crathes Castle in Scotland.
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THE URBAN
Retreat By Katie Baker
PHOTOS BY HOLLY DOBBS PHOTOGRAPHY
Voted as a “Top Ten Best Small Town”
by Southern Living Magazine in 2019, it was only natural Columbia would become a magnet for weekend
explorers looking to book a mini-
vacation in a quaint, Hallmark movielike town. With the staycation being a popular way to vacation since the
pandemic, even travel websites have adjusted their search engines to
showcase mini-farm getaways, city
center flats, and the small-town retreat over luxurious cross-country locales. In fact, according to the National
Association of Realtors in 2020, sales of homes intended for vacation use saw a
44% gain over homes sold for vacation use in 2019.
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The home they purchased in Maple Court, later coined the “Maple Roost”, had everything Holly and Jimmy thought their visitors would want in a staycation. “The house had a really good feel to it, and at 1,750 square feet there is plenty of room to move around, while it’s small enough to still feel cozy and intimate,” says Holly. Guests are welcomed into Maple Roost by a large inviting living room with comfortable furniture, a gas fireplace, and a corner record player for guests to play provided vinyl tunes. A second smaller den with office space is situated in the back of the house for the visitor that needs to work and play during their stay.
After months of staying home and with no long-distance travel plans, Columbia residents Holly and Jimmy decided to purchase their own getaway in Columbia, Tennessee. The couple frequently entertained out-of-town guests in their home and noticed a limited number of available options for guest accommodations where guests had their own space to stay and explore the city. “Columbia is perfect because you get the amenities of a small-to-medium-size town, without some of the downsides of a big city. Our home’s central location made it ideal for visitors from bordering states, as well as Tennessee’s big cities like Nashville, Knoxville, and Memphis,” said Holly. Armed with that thought, the couple set out to purchase the perfect small-town vacation home, and soon enough, a quaint home within walking distance of the Columbia Square caught their attention.
Off the living room is a comfortable dining room and updated kitchen large enough to cook in. The classic black and white kitchen is accented by rooster décor, sourced from local vintage shops, as a nod to the home’s name. Jimmy and Holly raise chickens and stock the fridge with farm fresh eggs from their roost, which is how their daughter came up with the name Maple Roost. “The name was the perfect blend of the location of the home and our farm eggs, so we decided to go with it,” explained Holly. While searching for the right home to buy the couple agreed they wanted something that was turn-key ready so they could focus their creative energy on the interior décor. When asked to describe their style, Holly remarked, “The catchall description would probably be “eclectic.” It’s got a bit of traditional, some modern, and a touch of farmhouse elements. I would say that one of the highlights is the original artwork in it, which includes some of my local photos, a painting by my mother, and even a small piece by my daughter making the artwork span three generations!”
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TURNKEY: A PROPERTY THAT HAS BEEN FULLY RENOVATED SO THAT AN INVESTOR CAN IMMEDIATELY “TURN THE KEY” AND MOVE IN. Art is a fun way to set the tone for a home and the couple pulled from their collection when decorating Maple Roost. In the living room is a black and white photograph by photographer Melvin Sokolsky. Holly purchased it years ago at a gallery in Los Angeles and it was one of a series of photographs taken for a 1963 Vogue magazine shoot that features a model being suspended from a crane outside a Parisian flat overlooking the Seine River. The piece is one of many unique touches the Dobbs have incorporated into their retreat. In the kitchen, guests are welcomed with water and refreshments placed in a James K Polk garden box from the 2018 Polk Ball. Should guests want to know more about Columbia’s connections to the late President, they can take a short walk down West 7th Street and tour the nearby James K. Polk Home and Museum.
Maury County is home to some of Tennessee’s most stately homes, and guests of Maple Roost need only to turn a corner to reach all five of Columbia’s Historic Districts — West Sixth and Mayes Place Historic District, Columbia Commercial Historic District, Columbia West End Historic District, and Athenaeum Historic District. A stroll through these neighborhoods showcases an array of architectural styles from the 1800s to the early 1900s. Historic placards line the front lawns of some of Columbia’s most notable homes that have been beautifully preserved by their current owners.
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Maple Roost is less than a mile from Columbia’s downtown Square, but the couple hopes visitors will venture out to other notable attractions in Maury County. “We felt that Columbia offers just enough rural aspects where visitors can breathe fresh air and have a relaxed feeling that they don’t get in a busy congested city. In addition to the Square, Columbia and Maury County is full of gorgeous farmland, local parks for hiking, shopping at The Factory at Columbia, plus our historic Antebellum homes, like the Rattle and Snap and Elm Springs Plantations as well as Historic Rippavilla — all within a short drive from Maple Roost,” said Holly.
TOP WEBSITES FOR THINGS TO DO IN MAURY COUNTY visitcolumbiatn.com & visitmaury.com
Despite the challenges of the pandemic, Maury County continues to draw new businesses and entrepreneurs looking to set up shop in an idyllic landscape. “The locally owned boutiques and restaurants on the Square are what distinguish downtown,” says Holly. Visitors to the Maple Roost can easily immerse themselves in the Columbia culture like a true local would, and who knows, they might decide this is just the place they never want to leave. n KATIE BAKER is a local Realtor and owner of the Katie Baker Group with RE/MAX Encore in downtown Columbia. Katie and her team of professional agents work to elevate the real estate experience while overseeing every aspect of a sale.
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Cottage at the Ridge PART ONE By Kathy Fox
We are all dreamers and dreaming big gives us the freedom to think about life and
what we really want out of it even when it does not seem possible. Some just dream big while others make their dreams a reality. This past year has no doubt presented many
challenges for the world, but in rural Spring Hill, Tennessee, Brad Rempel and his wife,
Rebekah, had a vision they wanted to share with the community — a beautiful cottage at the ridge with breathtaking views of middle Tennessee.
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“I remember the first time I rode by the ridge in 2012. We had just
In 2019 Brad and Rebekah bought the land Brad had dreamed
moved here, and I rode my dirt bike from our house in the Spring
of owning one day and his aspirations began to materialize. “We
Hill up this road. I was looking for wide open spaces and was
initially thought we were going to set up a tiny little shed down by
coming up the hill when I saw guys on horseback doing a cattle
the pond so we could store fishing supplies, chairs, and canoe for
drive pushing cows down to this pond. I came home and told
the boys to do their thing while we were down there. When we
Rebekah it was like the Wild West out here and it felt like the real
shot the music video here for “Grew Up On That” in early 2020 we
country,” explained Brad. Rebekah grew up doing cattle drives with
were riding four wheelers around and we started thinking maybe
her dad and brother and knew exactly what Brad was describing.
we should build a garage so we could leave the dirt bikes here,” remarked Brad. However, when all the publishing houses on Music Row shut down due to COVID in March 2020, there became a need to have a place to write songs and forced Brad to find a safe place to write. Brad explained, “If we could have a little kitchen in there and a place where I could have guys to come with a lot of space where we could ride four wheelers, write the songs, and record them we would be set. There’s even Tequila’s Mexican restaurant down the road where we could go afterwards, that would be the perfect day right there.” From that point the dream of building a garage grew into designing a more functional space out of necessity. The process of designing and building the cottage has been a lot of teamwork between Brad and Rebekah. “I love interior design and Brad has the business mind, so I feel we’re a good team in that way. Then when we started deciding what this is going to be we had so much fun designing it, but honestly he was more into because I didn’t think I believed it was really going to happen,” Rebekah said.
At that time the land was not for sale, but Brad kept hoping it would be someday. As part of the country music duo High Valley, Brad
THE PLANS FOR THE COTTAGE STARTED AS A DRAWING ON A SCRAP PIECE OF PAPER WITH A GARAGE IN THE BACK AND SOME LIVING SPACE IN THE FRONT WITH A KITCHEN AND A POSSIBLE LOFT.
loved this ridge in rural Spring Hill so much that the band shot the video for “I Be U Be” in 2016 in front of the pond with the hill in the background on the property. “I literally called our label and said I know this road with a beautiful view where we want to shoot the video, so there’s a lot of connection for us to this property,” Brad remarked. Rebekah chimed in saying, “I used to think he was just crazy because there was so much land, but he told me he wanted to own it one day. Brad is a big dreamer! I’m not as big of a dreamer, I’m a super content kind of person and I don’t go there, but being with him I’ve learned to just go with the flow and dream with him. His dreams do come true a lot of the time.” 44
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The plans for the cottage started as a drawing on a scrap piece of paper with a garage in the back and some living space in the front with a kitchen and a possible loft. With a Mennonite upbringing, Brad heard there was a Mennonite population nearby and was told Summertown Metals could “erect a barn in two minutes.” With nothing to do because of COVID, one day Brad hopped in his car to see if he could hire them to build the cottage. Derek Stoll, one of the Summertown Metal owners, met with Brad and drove him around for an hour looking at structures and literally that day on a handshake it was agreed they would build the cottage. From that
I CAN’T WAIT TO SEE THE COTTAGE POP UP ON THE HILL WHEN THE TREES BLOOM AND THE LANDSCAPING WILL BE DONE, IT WILL BE SO PRETTY.
point Josh Lapp, with Summertown Metals, took over and made the little paper drawings into a 3D rendering and architectural drawings bringing them all to life. Then on September 15, 2020, they broke ground, and the project was officially underway. With construction moving forward, that meant it was time to focus on the exterior and interior décor. Originally the exterior color was going to be white, until Rebekah saw black wood siding in a photo on Pinterest. “I was inspired when I saw the photo of the black exterior and wondered how that would look up on the hill. I definitely thought it would look better than white, but Brad thought it was just a little too risky,” Rebekah explained. At the same time, some friends were in the process of building a house in The Grove and were using the color iron ore on their accents. When Rebekah and Brad went to look at their friend’s house, Brad came around to the “bold idea” of the dark colored exterior because the shade was spectacular.
“I can’t wait to see the cottage pop up on the hill when the trees bloom and the landscaping will be done, it will be so pretty. From that day forward the cottage flipped from white to black, you can even see the change on Instagram,” Brad chuckled. Another exterior feature on the cottage that is visible immediately is the standing seam metal roof. The dark colored metal roof adds a sheen to the cottage’s exterior, as well as character with the vertical seams finishing the dramatic look. One more notable feature on exterior is the outdoor shower. “We added this cool shower on the side of the house, which is perfect to clean up in after spending the day outdoors,” Brad commented. “It wasn’t included in the original plan but is the perfect addition.” As progress moves forward at the Cottage at The Ridge, the May/ June issue of Maury County Living will feature the finished interior and completed cottage. Stay tuned to see how Rebekah and Brad partner with Ashley Furniture to create a cozy, colorful, and comfortable living space for themselves and their guests. From the modern chic furniture, to the built-in bunkbeds that can sleep
BRAD CAME AROUND TO THE “BOLD IDEA” OF THE DARK COLORED EXTERIOR BECAUSE THE SHADE WAS SPECTACULAR.
up to 8, or the colorful tile work, the completed project will be a work of art for the community to enjoy. To be continued … n
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Music TO Menus By David Sota
According to songwriter Paul Marino, a good song and good food both start with a great concept. Over the past 35 years, he has made his living as a songwriter, producer and performer. In the past few years, Marino has taken the same inspiration he poured into his music into developing menus. “I love the creative process and have an entrepreneurial spirit,” said Marino. “I wanted to try something outside of music to use my creativity.” In 2016 Marino ventured into his first restaurant concept and opened Red 7 Pizza. “I learned a lot about what it takes to open a restaurant. There are so many moving parts, from the food side to the business side. We made a lot of mistakes, especially in the early years, but we’ve learned a lot too,” Marino explained. For the past few years Marino had been considering a new venture, a fusion of Italian and Southern fare and in 2020, opened Barino Italian Southern Eatery. “I built Barino from the ground up; from the
I BUILT BARINO FROM THE GROUND UP; FROM THE NAME AND THE DESIGN OF THE LOGO TO THE INTERIOR, THE LIGHTING, AND THE FURNITURE TO THE CREATION OF MOST OF THE MENU ITEMS.
name and the design of the logo to the interior, the lighting, and the furniture to the creation of most of the menu items. I spent a year coming up with the idea of blending Italian with flavors here in the South,” stated Marino. “I toured all over the country for years and became sort of a restaurant junkie so when I started formulating ideas for a restaurant, I built it around a concept I would like with an inviting atmosphere.” In December 2019, Marino began building out his vision in a building he acquired in the Columbia Arts District, just off the downtown square. He set out to create a restaurant with a menu that encompassed Italian items along with an Italian and Southern fusion. Some of the recipes came from family and some were born out of inspiration from traveling the country and various trips he took to Italy. In some ways, you can say he is passing down recipes from generations as well as his own family. Furthermore, Marino came up with many of his own creations along with wonderful recipes he has
— PAUL MARINO
adapted from friends he met along the way. Barino Italian Southern Eatery is a casual fine dining restaurant where nearly everything is made from scratch, from the house-made pasta, sauces, dressings, and desserts. “We use quality ingredients as well as locally grown produce as it is available. We even smoke our own brisket and pork,” exclaimed Marino. It is a labor of love and for diners at Barino, they experience that love in the food and
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a team that loves their work. We focus diligently on providing an excellent work atmosphere and training atmosphere. From their classic spaghetti with marinara and fettuccine alfredo to their signature brisket Marsala and marinara infused with house-made BBQ sauce and topped with pulled pork. Marino remarked, “People are loving the unique and interesting choices on our menu.” Marino knows just like music, food is more fun and often much better when working with a team of chefs, cooks, and talented like-minded people. Marino commented, “One of the strengths for both Red 7 and Barino is our quality staff and excellent service to our customers. Great service is a byproduct of
each employee uniquely. We treat each other with politeness, kindness, and respect — and that gets passed on to our customers.” By simply creating a great atmosphere, a positive experience, and quality, both Red 7 Pizza and Barino Italian Southern Eatery have become community favorites. Reservations for Barino Italian Southern Eatery can be made online or by calling (931) 505-8141. Buon Appetito Y’all! n
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— BONE AND JOINT INSTITUTE —
High Quality Care Close to Home Conveniently located right off 1-65 in Franklin, Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee offers comprehensive orthopaedic care and provides excellence in sports medicine, joint replacement, hand and wrist, foot and ankle, spinal care and more and has become the region’s destination for orthopaedic care.
A History More than 40 Years in the Making Though the Institute was formally established in 2018, its history can be traced back to 1979 when renowned orthopaedic surgeon Craig Ferrell, M.D., founded Franklin Bone & Joint Clinic. Today, there are sixteen highly-qualified physicians caring for patients at Bone and Joint Institute’s state-of-the-art 121,000-square-foot facility in Franklin. Each subspecialty of orthopaedics is represented at Bone and Joint Institute — sports medicine, shoulder and elbow, hand and wrist, foot and ankle, hip and knee replacement, and spine. With this, Bone and Joint Institute offers comprehensive orthopaedic care where patients can receive all of their services under one roof. They can be seen by their physician, have their imaging, complete physical or occupational therapy, receive injections, and, if needed, undergo surgery in their ambulatory surgery center. Bone and Joint Institute surgeons recently began performing outpatient total joint replacements in Bone and Joint Institute Surgery Center on the first floor of the Franklin facility, adding 48
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to their list of in-house offerings. The Rehabilitation Services department on the second floor houses physical and occupational therapists who have decades of experience and specialized training to help patients reach their rehabilitation goals. The building also boasts a procedure suite where patients can have minimally-invasive interventions and injections with state-of-the-art techniques using fluoroscopy, or portable x-ray. For life’s unexpected injuries, Bone and Joint Institute also offers an After-Hours Injury clinic at their Franklin location, open Monday through Thursday, 5–8 p.m., and Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. “Our physicians and staff are passionate about providing the highest quality orthopaedic care to those within our community and throughout the region,” said Darren Harris, Bone and Joint Institute CEO. “We are proud to be a trusted provider of innovative, transformative orthopaedic care. Our location off the Highway 96 exit of Interstate 65 makes us very accessible to Maury County and other areas south of Williamson County.” Bone and Joint Institute is passionate about helping others not only through medicine, but through partnerships and programs that support the community. Through its partnership with Williamson Medical Center, Bone and Joint Institute is the “Official Sports Medicine Provider” for Williamson County Schools, providing an athletic trainer and physician to all of the high schools in the county. Additionally, the Bone and Joint Foundation, a subset of the Williamson Medical Center Foundation, supports local organizations in Middle Tennessee that sustain the Foundation’s values: compassion, faith in healing and service to the community. The Foundation also provides scholarships to high school seniors looking to pursue a career in medicine, athletic training, physical or occupational therapy, or other health-related fields.
Growth is a priority at Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, with clinics now open in Thompson’s Station and Nolensville. Each clinic contains an orthopaedic urgent care and physical therapy space. Therapy clinics are staffed by experienced therapists often living in the communities they serve. Orthopaedic urgent care clinics, staffed by mid-level providers, are open extended hours to accommodate injuries that occur outside regular business hours. At both orthopaedic urgent care locations, patients are able to walk-in, schedule an appointment online, or call for a same-day appointment that is convenient for them. “As part of our strategic plan, our goal is to serve the communities where our patients work and live through orthopaedic urgent care and physical therapy clinics. We will continue to expand that business model with centers that feature expanded hours and physician extenders,” said Harris. “We’re always looking to potentially add new providers and services to Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee so that patients can get their care all in one place. As we move forward, we always keep in mind the mission of Bone and Joint Institute: improve the lives we serve through patient-centered, orthopaedic care.” For more information, contact Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee at (615) 791-2630 or visit their website at BoneAndJointTN.org. n
BONE AND JOINT INSTITUTE OF TENNESSEE IS A REGIONAL LEADER FOR STATE-OF-THE-ART ORTHOPAEDIC CARE, WITH A STRONG DEDICATION TO PRESERVING A 40-YEAR TRADITION OF TREATING PATIENTS AND STAFF LIKE FAMILY.
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PASTRIES, BAGELS AND BREAD —
Oh My!
B’s Salty & Sweet is the brainchild of a baking and food-loving wife and
husband, Bethany and David. Bethany ran a granola business in Louisiana
B's Salty & Sweet S M A L L - B AT C H A R T I S I A N B A K E D G O O D S
COLUMBIA
DAVID AND BETHANY BORAN — OWNERS
for seven years, selling at farmers markets, grocery stores and beyond. She later helped run a bakery cafe in Antigua, Guatemala, taking ownership of the savory menu and launching the sell-out Sunday Dinners. David attended pastry school in San Francisco, and worked in bakeries such as Tartine and Jane, as well as Milo & Olive in Los Angeles, before opening a TripAdvisor top-rated bakery cafe in Antigua, Guatemala, which is where he met Bethany. Now based in Columbia, Tennessee, the couple worked out of the kitchen at Columbia State for a year selling their baked goods at farmers markets and to wholesale clients. In June 2020, amidst the pandemic, they opened their bakery inside the Factory at Columbia and have been overwhelmed by the support of the local community. Every week, you can stop by the bakery to find their artisanal sourdough breads, signature pop tarts, handmade pastries, cookies, daily lunch specials and more. Some of the delicious items that can found on the daily menu include cinnamon babka, country sourdough bread, strawberry pop tarts, and oatmeal chocolate chip and peanut butter cookies. Of course, there are many other mouth-watering varieties available. For those on a restrictive diet, many of the menu items are naturally vegan, while others are — or can be — ordered with a vegan option. Considering one of the owners is vegan, you will appreciate how important it is to them to offer delicious vegan baked goods. Listed on the website you will find the weekly lunch menu (designed vegan first) and schedule of flavors for the regular bakery items for the week. Daily items can be ordered online for immediate pickup or curbside service. Any flavors of the regular pastries and specialty items such as cakes, cupcakes, and pies, can be special ordered with just a day or two’s notice, as well. Go to the Pre-Orders section of the Online Order page to place these orders and, if desired, a future date can be selected during checkout. If bagels are your thing, do not miss out on the tasty bagels on Saturdays. It is strongly recommended to pre-order the bagels to ensure availability as they go fast! As a note, if you want bagels on other days of the week, contact the bakery directly and they will do their best to accommodate your request. Be sure to stop in at B’s Salty and Sweet to say hello and grab a few sweet or savory treats to enjoy or order online at bsaltyandsweet.com. n
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LET THE
Good Times Roll
I DON’T CARE IF YOU HAVE BEEN TO NATCHEZ TEN TIMES — IF YOU HAVEN’T BEEN WITH JIMMY THE CRICKET YOU SIMPLY HAVE NOT REALLY BEEN!
— JEAN RIPPY
PHOTO BY ROSS JAYNES VISUAL MEDIA CO.
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JIMMY THE CRICKET
mansions in Natchez which hosts the remarkable Jeweled Christmas
THIS WAS ONE OF OUR VERY FAVORITE TRIPS EVER. THE HOSPITALITY IS UNSURPASSED. YOUR PLANNING AND EXECUTION OF EVERY EVENT SHOWED US A CITY AND IT’S HISTORY THAT CANNOT BE FORGOTTEN. THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL TIME AND MEMORIES THAT WE WILL TREASURE FOREVER.
— DON & DIANE CAUWELS
It’s really happening! We will soon be able to travel again and want to do it together with YOU! Maury County Living magazine is partnering with Jimmy the Cricket Tours to bring our readers a travel experience like no other. We invite you for a most charming
where the gregarious residents use their own tremendous collection of jewelry for decorating dozens of trees in the most captivating exhibits ever. In fact, USA TODAY ranked it one of the top ten most unusual Christmas events in the nation! Many house and church tours, a visit to a working cotton plantation, a fascinating cemetery, hundreds of years of history, and never-ending delicious meals ... all with Christmas exploding!
* Save the Date !
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 29 – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2021 SAVE THE DATE NOW AND STAY TUNED FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IN THE NEXT ISSUE OF MAURY COUNTY LIVING.
and unique tour unlike anything else being offered — an exclusive trip to historic Natchez, Mississippi where graciousness and hospitality abounds. The group will travel via luxury motor coach and enjoy five days exploring the authentic river town with its unbelievable mansions and unending stories — an insider’s view where you will taste local favorite fare while dining in unbelievable homes. And, best of all, the town will be decorated for the Holiday Season and you can get an early start on the festivities this year. The cornerstone event is at The Towers: one of the most fabulous
MY HUSBAND AND I TRAVEL ALL OVER THE WORLD AND THIS HAS BEEN OUR ALL-TIME FAVORITE TRIP. IT WAS THE HOSPITALITY: WE NEVER ONCE FELT LIKE TOURIST, BUT RATHER LIKE OLD FRIENDS OF THE FAMILY AS WELL AS THE CRICKET’S. WE WILL NEVER FORGET THIS. — MRS. B.
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STYLE 2021
LACE & COMPANY BRIDES BY BRITTNEY
MODELED BY KARLEIGH
LACE & COMPANY BRIDES BY BRITTNEY
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PINK PORCH
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PINK PORCH
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PINK PORCH
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