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19 EDITOR’S LETTER Good News! __ There’s nothing better than getting positive feedback from our industry.
HOME 24 THE GOODS Orange Juice __ Give your home a squeeze of citrus for a tangy taste of Pantone’s color of the year: Tangerine Tango. 28 DESIGN DETAILS Reach Out and Touch __ Spark an instant design impact by adding one of these rich textures to your home. 32 VINTAGE STYLE Flocking Together __ A precious bungalow becomes a creative laboratory for friends and guests. 36 THE MAKING OF A SHOWHOUSE Pay special attention to what’s happening at 47 W. 53rd St. in KCMO __ it’s this year’s 43rd Symphony Designers’ Showhouse!
Pg. 62 “One of the most delightful things about a garden is the anticipation it provides.”
41 HOME OF THE YEAR AWARDS Our 2012 awards for new construction and superior design. 62 SHADED GARDEN, SUNNY DISPOSITION A woodland garden flourishes with the loving touch of two Shawnee gardeners.
LIFESTYLE 74 ARTISANS Vintage Edison __ Using refurbished wine and liquor crates with recycled bottles and jars, Jim Ligon designs and produces stunning light boxes and fixtures. 78 DAY TRIPS Carthage, Mo. __ Get your motor running and head on down 71 Highway to this old Route 66 town. 84 COOKING SCHOOL A Family Secret __ This six-course Italian feast featured a secret family recipe, the Scampi alla Livornese, and ended with the Mirabile family’s signature Cannoli Tartuffo. 90 CALENDAR OF EVENTS What’s happening in Kansas City this March/April. 94 MARKETPLACE A reference guide to help you find our advertisers.
ABOUT THE COVER ... Interior design like this deserves recognition (and an award) from our 2012 Home of the Year competition.
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Good News! There’s nothing better than getting positive feedback from our industry. I’M FINALLY HEARING THAT THE NEW-CONSTRUCTION AND REMODELING INDUSTRIES are picking up! Subcontractors and suppliers have more work, and some designers can’t keep their heads above water. That’s the best news I’ve heard in a long time. We’re going to build on this by showcasing top area design projects from industry pros in this issue with our 2012 Home of the Year winners. From model and custom homes to awards in modern architecture and building green — plus our new interior design award — you’ll see, as usual, the best our city has to offer. As if that weren’t enough excitement for one issue, you’ll also find fun accessories in Tangerine Tango, Pantone’s 2012 color of the year; Chef Jasper hosting our Cooking School; and Vintage Edison creator (and my neighbor) Jim Ligon showcasing his electric talent (shown above). Oh, and did I mention that I’m jumping on the parenthood bandwagon? That’s right: Truman’s going to be a big brother to a little girl due in May. No names or nursery ideas yet, so if you have any, I’m all ears.
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IT TAKES ONLY A MOMENT TO LEAVE your cares at the white picket fence that borders the property of this well-preserved bungalow near downtown Overland Park. Situated on a treed lot on 80th Street, the house, built in 1910, has the timeless appearance of being plucked from a vintage Hollywood sound stage. This, you think, is a suburban niche carved out for something special. Indeed, Lauri Meyers’ little slice of suburbia heaven is a house that has the endearing personality of being a comfortable, old friend. Each room is lovingly appointed, warm and inviting, and filled with treasures that are nostalgic and artisan. A former garage was transformed into a vintage art studio known as Friends of a Feather. It’s a co-op of sorts, where Meyers and her mother, Marilyn, who lived in the house for 18 years, gather women to celebrate life, friendship and creativity.
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Women come together to create, collaborate and craft in the art studio.
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vintage-inspired home decor, whimsical paper mache sculptures, montages and collages, and repurposed furniture. Each room has its own cozy, quirky charm, where an invisible creative thread weaves a delicious sense of harmony, even though the home’s interior script is entirely rewritten for each sale. “There is a core group of six or so vendors who fill the house for our three-day events, and that rotates, so each sale is truly unique,” Meyers says. “We essentially flip the house from season to season, sale to sale. Each one is fresh, new, special.” That blank canvas — framed, of course, by the home’s classic bungalow architecture — allows Meyers and friends to create the
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unexpected every six weeks or so. Meyers says the Friends of a Feather sales are like treasure hunts, where items have been rescued and returned to their original luster or reimagined and renewed. She and her mother, aunt, sister and niece like to set off on adventures where they comb small towns seemingly lost in the shuffle of big-city life for special finds that will be dusted off and given a second life at Friends of a Feather. Friends of a Feather also functions as a studio for arts and crafts classes and is available for intimate events, such as book
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clubs and knit groups, bridal and baby showers, and luncheons. This summer Meyers anticipates offering a craft-oriented minischoolhouse series for kids. “This house and the concept are lovely opportunities for us to create, recreate and inspire one another,” Meyers says. We can’t imagine a more perfect way to feather a nest.
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Washington, D.C. transplants, Mark, a political consultant and
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top-notch local designers will take hold of 34 design spaces within
children: Jackson, 18; Caty, 17, who has a genetic disorder and
the home (four of which are outdoor living areas) to transform it into
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the most talked-about house in the city.
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historic homes in this community. It offers an open main level, six bedrooms, four bathrooms and 5,206 square feet of total space. One of the most notable features of the house (and a selling point for the Sumps) is the handicap access from the backyard to the main floor and from the driveway to the lower level.
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is an added benefit. “To have it done
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and done well is just an amazing thing,” she adds. “The Kansas City Symphony is a great organization and a really good way to give back to the community.” The Sumps are excited to see what the local designers come up
The house also includes a conservatory, library, “man cave,” wine
with for the tour, but, like any new homeowners, they have a
storage and workout/game room.
wish list. “I hope the master bath has a tub so after I get the
Throughout its 103-year history, this quaint house has been home
kids to bed, I can relax and read a good book,” Rosemary notes.
to seven previous owners. Originally built in 1909, this home was
The whole family is excited to see what the kitchen — the most
designed for Wallace and Beverly Goffe, who enjoyed season
important room in their home — looks like after the update since
tickets to the Kansas City Philharmonic (now the Kansas City
Mark and Rosemary both are serious cooks (she used to be a
Symphony) and donated their home at 4410 Warwick Blvd.,
caterer) and plan a traditional family dinner every Sunday evening.
now the Richard J. Stern Ceramics Building, to the Kansas City Art Institute.
Enjoy the Sumps’ newly remodeled home with them!
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Left to right: Ben Allers, AIA, RIBA, LEED AP, senior project manager, Gastinger Walker Harden Architects Benita Brewer, Allied ASID, NKBA, designer, Bath & Kitchen Company LLC Build Team Inc., Architects and Builders, RA, AIA, CGP
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Best Interior Design
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Home Designer: Pinnacle
Home Design Mali Homes
Builder/Interior Designer: Madi
Respecting the Colonial style, this special period home is appropriately suited in extensive trim and moldings, marble floors, subway tile and crystal fixtures, but it’s punctuated with pops of color and modern influences. The inspired design evolved over time, with home decor that is more personal than store-bought. Fixtures, furniture, textiles and art nod to tradition but sparkle with life. “There’s a non-beige energy that is inspiring every day as we walk through,” the homeowner says. P L E A S E T U R N T H E PA G E
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Best Model Home under $300,000
Home Designer: Pinnacle
Home Design Homes Interior Designer: Designs by Gina Builder: Rodrock
A spacious and open main level is the hallmark of the Weston II model, where all bedrooms, including the master suite, are on the second floor. Communing and entertaining are easy with a large kitchen island and breakfast area. Windows spanning the back of the home and an 8-foot slider bathe the interior in sunlight, shining on the abovestandard crown molding and multiple paint colors.
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Best Model Home $300,000-$500,000
Builder: James
Engle Custom Homes Kettering Interiors
Interior Designer: Lori
Craftsman details and lodge influences make this home stand out. Rustic beams and use of stone visually appeal to the senses, while the use of space makes perfect sense. Impressively, this home incorporates an indoor/outdoor fireplace and fire pit that extends living space outside. It also was built with wall panels and trusses to save on lumber waste and meets Energy Star 2.5 standards. P L E A S E T U R N T H E PA G E
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Best Model Home over $500,000
Home Designer: Ellen
Weinstock Homes Interior Designer: Jan Burket Interior Design Builder: Starr
Inspired by Colorado lodges, this upscale home lives more like a retreat than a residence. Its curb appeal, including a bubbling brook and bridge to the front door, is nearly unbeatable on the block. Soothing natural colors and creative ideas welcome the design enthusiast inside. Sustainability proponents will enjoy the high-efficiency HVAC system and tight building envelope that make this home 49 percent more energy-efficient than a home built to code. 46 • KCHANDG.COM
Best EMPTY NEST
Architect: Bickford
+ Co. Construction Interior Designer: Janet Alholm Interiors Builder: Willis
Though built for a family with children still at home, this four-bedroom villa will age gracefully with everyone, ergonomically designed with wide doorways, varied-height countertops and oversized rooms. A virtually maintenance-free exterior and community services, such as complete lawn care and snow removal, mean less work and hassle for the homeowners. Moreover, the location of the home is prime, situated near a luxury shopping center that fulfills needs and wants, even accessible via landscaped pathways.
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Best ModERN Architecture
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Architect: R.J.
Kietzman, Architect Urban Homes
Builder: Kietzman
This three-level home was designed to take advantage of downtown views, including a large front porch and third-floor cantilevered deck off the master, yet its contemporary styling remains mindful of the historical context of the Beacon Hill neighborhood. Inside, mahogany ceilings, a multitone color scheme, extensive built-ins and an open staircase with architectural stringers set it apart. Maximizing its 3,000 square feet, the home includes a three-car garage, artist’s studio, architect’s office and sleeping loft.
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Best Custom Home $500,000-$1 million
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Architect: Bickford
+ Co. Construction Interior Designer: Janet Alholm Interiors Builder: Willis
Beautiful on the outside but exquisite on the inside, this villa is refined in a sophisticated, contemporary palette, including chandeliers, pewter-toned custom iron accents, a petrified wood vessel sink, grass cloth and impeccable tile work. Built for family and entertaining, it’s complete with a recreation room, home theater, screened porch, grill deck, walkout courtyard, exercise room, safe room, two bars and four fireplaces. P L E A S E T U R N T H E PA G E
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Best Custom Home $1 million-$1.5 million
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Architect: Bickford
+ Co. Builders Interior Designer: Madden-McFarland Interiors Builder: Forner-LaVoy
Featuring efficient, effective living space, every detail of this Old World home is intentional. Secluded on a 3.5-acre lakeside lot, it befits its surroundings with a palette of reclaimed timbers and stone, along with exotic granite, custom painting and window coverings, and wallpapered walls and ceiling. Some well-conceived ideas include a dog wash, safe room, media room and a second master suite for guests. The home has an automated lighting system and is heated and cooled geo-thermally. 52 • KCHANDG.COM
Best Custom Home over $1.5 million
Architect: Elswood
Smith Carlson Architects Construction Interior Designer: KW Interiors Landscape Architect: NSPJ Architects Builder: Ashner
This Tuscan-style lake home overcame the challenge of its uphill sloping lot with plenty of site work and retaining walls, resulting in a design featuring an entry tower; typical rear-of-home amenities such as a lanai; and view windows on the front. There’s even a solar driveway heating system. The interiors showcase many ceiling treatments, woodwork details, and specialty rooms and spaces. P L E A S E T U R N T H E PA G E
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Best GReen Home
Home Designer: Ellen
Weinstock Homes Interior Designer: Jan Burket Interior Design Builder: Starr
While The Evergreen draws attention with its vaulted great room and floating open atrium staircase, it’s what no one can see that earns accolades. Certified Gold in the NAHB Green Program, this model home received a HERS score of 51, with a projected savings of nearly $1,300 annually in utilities, thanks to energy-efficient construction methods and appliances. Other sustainable factors include native plantings, recycled and indigenous materials, low-VOC paint and adhesives, and water-efficient fixtures and techniques. 54 • KCHANDG.COM
Architect: R.J.
Kietzman, Architect Urban Homes
Best Model Home under $300,000
Builder: Kietzman
Good design can be had in this price range. This ultra-cool contemporary home was built on a narrow infill lot with three bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The entry, garage, laundry and two bedrooms are on the street level, while the kitchen, dining room, living room and master bedroom are on the upper level. Two decks also were incorporated into the design. Nine-foot ceilings, transom windows and multiple partial-height walls with custom glass tiles create an
expansive, open feel.
Home Designer: Pinnacle
Design Builder: Rodrock Homes Interior Designer: Twigs Interiors
Best Model Home $300,000-$500,000
Five bedrooms and 5.5 baths fit into this 3,397square-foot home. Designed for those who love to entertain, there are five distinct areas for gathering on the main level: great room, hearth room, formal dining room, breakfast area/kitchen island and covered back deck. The future homeowner also will appreciate the soft, arching lines; oval ceiling treatment in the dining room; stone hearth; light color palette; and updated, contemporary interior design selections.
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Best MODEL Home over $500,000
Architect: CL
Architecture + Design Wharton Homes Interior Designer: Groover Interiors
Builder: Koehler
This traditional 1.5-story home features six bedrooms, 5.5 baths and a large kitchen/hearth room that opens to a lanai for three-season outdoor entertaining. A stamped-concrete patio overlooks the Falcon Valley Golf Course. Special details to point out include arched doorways, an extra high ceiling in the hearth room, rustic alder cabinets with distressed glazing, iron spindles, cherry hardwood floors and
an angled garage.
Best CUSTOM Home $500,000-$1 million
Architect: Wendlandt Builder: Russell
& Stallbaumer Custom Homes
Although the floor plan is compact, the spaces are dynamic, with attention paid to sight lines and the interplay between interior and exterior spaces. Details and drama are common here. The first floor features a variety of sculpted, vaulted ceilings; a circular stair that acts as a light well; stone wainscoting with candle insets; and generous, oversized millwork. The combination of stone, brick, and shingle and lap siding make this home comfortably elegant and welcoming.
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Home Designer: Pinnacle
Best CUSTOM Home $1 million-$1.5 MILLION
Home Design Mali Homes
Builder/Interior Designer: Madi
At 6,440 square feet, this plantation home doesn’t just look big, it lives big. From the four-car motor court and circle drive through the entry with double staircases into the open floor plan, there is a definite sense that this is a well-lived-in and loved home. Large ideas like 23-foot ceilings and tower cupola above a catwalk mix with small details such as bedroom suites with doorbells (the kids’ idea). Special spaces that get used often include the office,
drop zone, two laundry rooms, giant pantry, music room and second-floor workout room.
Best CUSTOM Home over $1.5 million
Architect: Bickford
+ Co. Builder: Forner-LaVoy Builders Interior Designer: Janet Alholm Interiors
Nestled into a secluded 2.5-acre setting on a golf course, this five-bedroom, seven-bath French Country home is actually designed for a modern, active family. Old World texture, color and finishes give it warmth, but underneath it functions superbly with a versatile kitchen, his-and-her offices and in-laws quarters, plus a lanai and pool that extend the home outdoors. Advanced technology — automation, audio/video, controlled lighting, security and an elevator — seamlessly integrate into the design. P L E A S E T U R N T H E PA G E P h o t o s b y PA U L B O N N I C H S E N
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Best empty nest
Builder/Interior Designer: C&M
Builders
Perfectly designed for a couple who entertains, this plan boasts plenty of open living space, with a firstfloor master suite. Designed for the future, the office can easily be converted to a bedroom; doorways and hallways are enlarged; and low-maintenance composite decking, stucco, vinyl windows and a sprinkler system are included. A walkout lower level contains a wet bar, two bedrooms for visitors and ample storage for keepsakes.
Best GREEN HOME
Architect: Webster
Architects Custom Homes
Builder/Interior Designer: Summit
Energy Star-certified as well as certified NAHB Silver Level Green Home, this home fulfills homebuyers’ typical desires, from granite counters to a finished walkout basement, but goes an extra step with sustainable features. The home utilizes low-VOC paints and caulks, formaldehyde-free insulation, insulated rim joists, low-E windows with argon gas, a centralized duct system and taped seams. Its HERS rating is 73, with estimated annual energy costs of $2,421.
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A WOODLAND GARDEN FLOURISHES WITH THE LOVING TOUCH OF TWO SHAWNEE GARDENERS. IT’S A SHADY, SERENE AFTERNOON in Elaine and Richard Jones’ backyard. So shady and peaceful, in fact, this parklike setting is a welcome respite for more than one critter discovering the benefits of keeping cool. “I won’t even go very far under the deck to water my shade plants where a good-size black snake resides,” a cautious Elaine says. Attending to plantings under the deck is just one area on this extensive property that keeps the Shawnee couple active, rain or shine. Richard acknowledges that neither he nor Elaine is a master gardener, but the grounds look pristine. The couple’s successes have come by trial and error but always with passion. “We’ve been married 45 years and enjoy this hobby together,” Elaine says. Mornings, when the air is still cool, both Elaine and Richard diligently tend to the yard. “I’m the professional dead-header,” Elaine says, noting that when Richard isn’t watering and weeding, he can be found in his vegetable and herb garden. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE
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had an established garden in St. Louis, but unlike our previous home, this one presented us with some interesting challenges,” Richard says. Nine years ago, when they built the house, there was nothing more than a thicket of trees and little else on the acre. “With all of the native trees and wild shrubs, our original plan was designed to give the yard a woodland feel.”
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Neither Richard nor Elaine claim to be philosophers, but they think this quote summarizes the theme and personality of their garden:
“One of the most delightful things about a garden is the anticipation it provides.” ~ W.E. Johns __ The Passing Show
LE FT & ABOVE... Garden treasures peek in between the lush foliage. “We think our one-of-a-kind finds add a bit of whimsical uniqueness to our garden,” Elaine says.
Since building their house nine years ago, the
Meanwhile, they added beds and incorporated
grounds have significantly changed from wild
bushels of plants. “I buy what looks healthy and
woodland as the couple removed trees. A large
what I like,” Elaine says. “I think we visited nearly
cottonwood tree — one of the largest in the
every nursery in town in order to get just the plants
surrounding area — was spared because of its
we wanted,” Richard adds.
anchoring in the garden and wide canopy.
With so much shade, the Joneses discovered
They hired a landscape architect to give them
the joys of low-light plants that proliferate
ideas, which ranged from adding boulders to a
throughout the distinctive handcrafted beds,
water feature. “We decided against the water
where hosta, fern, coral bells, lamium, hydrangea,
feature but thought a dry creek would be an
honeysuckle and red twig dogwoods carpet the
attractive addition,” Richard notes.
island ground. PLEASE TURN THE PA GE
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“Our grandson named the backyard “Pathway to Happiness” because of the flagstone pathway that winds throughout the yard,” she says. Eventually, it leads to the vegetable patch, where he and other grandchildren can pick ripe tomatoes, squash, eggplant, onions, peppers and herbs.”
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“Richard and I like to entertain,” Elaine says. “Since I like to shop for lovely table settings, it’s fun to decorate with all my finds. I have a table on the deck that seats six, and on the patio below, I have another wrought iron table that seats eight.”
In contrast to the woodland shade garden,
red-headed coleus that grew three feet tall in the
a second-story wood deck and ground-level
front yard and the New Dawn climbing roses that
patio are filled with sun. Both display abundant,
blessed us with thousands of blooms in May and
colorful plants: knockout roses, clematis, daylilies,
June,” Elaine says.
dahlias and annuals. “Every year, the containers on
The couple’s gardening hobby has taken on a
the deck and patio are different,” Elaine says. “I
life of its own. They admit it’s a lot of work, but
have such fun each spring shopping at all the
it’s something they can do together and share
nurseries. Then, when I get home, I let the creative
with all who visit. “For both of us, it is also about
juices flow.”
hanging out with nature and enjoying the peace
Richard and Elaine aren’t the only ones who
and serenity of the outdoors,” Elaine says. “I get
enjoy it all. “Even strangers walking by have
some of my best ideas when I am digging in
knocked on our door to comment on the
the dirt.”
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“I like seeing all the shapes and colors come together to make a light. I step back and remind myself that it was a pile of rubbish just a few hours ago.”
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All Parts That Glitter I tend bar at JJ's Restaurant and have access to lots of materials there. I also have bartender and server friends all over Kansas City who save their “trash” for me. These days, I seldom walk out of a bar or restaurant without empty bottles. I often think as I'm putting them in my trunk that it would NOT be a good time to get pulled over. I keep photos of the finished pieces in my glove compartment just in case: "Really, officer, I'm using all these empty bottles to make lights!"
How to Own One I've made stuff for kids and grandmothers and everyone in between. You can find some in stores, but most of what I do is custom commissions, including night lights, chandeliers, lighting for weddings, and installations in bars and restaurants. If you want something, I'll find the materials and make it. The prices range from around $150 and up depending on the size of the light and availability of the stuff needed to make it. My customers
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Get your motor running and head on down 71 Highway to this old Route 66 town. By Diana Lambdin-Meyer City photos by Benjamin Sloma Precious Moments Park image courtesy of Precious Moments Chapel
I AWOKE TO THE SOUND OF CELTIC MUSIC DRIFTING INTO MY room accompanied by the aroma of warm soda bread and scones. But I knew I was someplace special when my arrival in the dining room was announced by a bagpipe sonata. I wish I were in Ireland, but almost as good, I was just two hours south of Kansas City in Carthage, Mo., at the White Rose Bed and Breakfast. For those who love all things Irish or are looking for a special place to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, a visit with Jim and Jan O’Hara, whose roots trace to County Clare and County Sligo,
A day trip to Carthage includes stopping in all the local shops on the square (bottom right), visiting historic Victorian homes like the Baker house (bottom left), touring the courthouse (top right) and learning the history on the Precious Moments Chapel (top left).
should do nicely. Much of the decor of their 5,000-square-foot inn includes family heirlooms and Irish lace and linens. I stayed in the Dublin Room, which includes a fireplace mantel from a home in Dublin and a bed that is claimed to have been owned by The Unsinkable Molly Brown.
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Carthage is an unexpectedly enjoyable day trip. A hassle-free jaunt straight south on Highway 71, Carthage was built on rich deposits of lead, zinc and marble that, in turn, created a wealthy still stands as a testament to when the town had more millionaires
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This six-course Italian feast featured a secret family recipe, the Scampi alla Livornese, and ended with the Mirabile family’s signature Cannoli Tartuffo.
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ulinary trailblazing team Chef Jasper Mirabile and Somerset Ridge Vineyard & Winery’s Dennis and Cindy Reynolds powered through a sold-out session at Roth Distributing, preparing an astounding six courses paired with wine. Chef Jasper recounted his recent return to his Sicilian hometown, a trip he endearingly calls The Cannoli Trail (fittingly also the title of his next cookbook – we can’t wait!), and gave a tutorial on making fresh mozzarella with a kit that can be purchased at any Hen House for you to make at home, too. Somerset brought out its special Cabernet Franc Reserve and Flyboy Red, named after their beloved Lt. Col. Arch Tucker, the vineyard’s Vice President of Tasting.
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This “secret” is out! The Scampi alla Livornese was topped with perfection when paired with Somerset’s Riesling, the first ever made in the state of Kansas! At about 1-percent residual sugar, this is a wine everyone can agree on. Did we mention it’s 100-percent made with estate-grown Riesling grapes from Kansas?
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k Split Pea and Mozzarella Soup en Cappuccino k Tuscan Beans on Farm to Market Ciabatta, Roasted Garlic, Castelvetrano Olives (from the Mirabile’s hometown in Sicily), Sicilian Olive Oil, Fresh Mozzarella and Roasted Peppers k Scampi alla Livornese (a family recipe, so you won’t find it here) k Penne All`Amatriciana k Pollo alla Frederico k Cannoli Tartuffo
Deliciously paired with the brightly colored appetizer platter, this Chardonnay offers lush flavors of tropical fruits with a long, dry finish. If you just can’t get enough, scoop up some more apps and sample with Buffalo White, featuring luscious tropical fruit flavors and a long, silky finish.
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Pollo alla Frederico Recipe courtesy of “Jasper’s Kitchen Cookbook” ¼ C olive oil 1 fresh, whole, never-frozen chicken 6 Jasper’s Italian sausage links 1 medium onion, sliced into strips 3 green or red bell peppers, sliced into strips 1C wine 28 oz Italian tomatoes 1C green peas 1t red pepper flakes ½t dried basil, tarragon, rosemary, thyme 3 baking potatoes, quartered 1C mushrooms, sliced salt and pepper to taste
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The All`Amatriciana comes to life with a sip (or glass) of Flyboy Red, a soft, fruit-forward blend of premium red grapes. It’s great for merlot and pinot noir lovers.
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Also try the penne dish with Buffalo Red, Somerset’s premium semi-sweet red wine with cherry and plum flavors. It’s also a great pairing with KC barbecue.
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Wash chicken and cut into legs, thighs, breasts and wings. Preheat oven to 450º F. Heat olive oil, add chicken and sausage, and brown for 10 minutes. Add peppers and onions and cook until onions are translucent. Place chicken, onions, peppers and remaining ingredients except potatoes and peas into a large baking dish. Bake 30-45 minutes. Add potatoes and peas and bake another 30 minutes.
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Penne All`Amatriciana 3T extra-virgin olive oil, divided 4 oz pancetta or guanciale or unsmoked bacon, cubed 1 garlic clove crushed red pepper (as much as you’d like but should not be the predominant flavor) ½ C onion, very finely chopped 4-5 basil leaves 1 large can crushed Italian tomatoes (not Italian-style but actually from Italy) 12 oz penne ¾ C freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese, Parmigiano/Grana, a combination of both or Chef Jasper’s homemade ricotta 1. In a large skillet, combine oil and red pepper and heat over medium heat. Add onion, garlic with pancetta/guanciale/bacon. Cover and sauté until crisp, about 6-7 minutes. 2. Add tomatoes and basil. Season with salt and black pepper and simmer uncovered for 40-45 minutes. 3. Cook pasta very al dente; drain, reserving ½ C pasta cooking liquid. Return pasta to same pot. 4. Add sauce and ½ of the grated cheese. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, adding cooking water if too dry. Serve and sprinkle more grated cheese.
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The Pollo alla Frederico dish received special treatment when paired with Cabernet Franc Reserve, a dry red wine made from a special selection of Cabernet Franc grapes grown in Somerset’s hillside vineyard. It’s fermented in small lots and aged in new American oak barrels.
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A fan favorite, the Cannoli Tartuffo is a sweet treat appropriately paired with Avalon, Somerset's first apple wine made with a special blend of wine, apples from Louisburg Cider Mill and its own brandy. It introduces a rich blend of sweet and tart deliciousness that is a perfect treat for the fall and holidays. For round two, grab another Tartuffo spoonful and wash it down with Tawny Port, Somerset’s rich, caramel-colored Port-style dessert wine that’s aged for several years in oak barrels. It has great smoky, nutty flavors.
Email Brooke Pearl, bpearl@nci.com, for info on our March Cooking School!
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It’s quite a sight to see Chef Jasper make his homemade mozzarella!
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Jasper’s Cannoli Tartuffo ¼C 1 oz 12 ½ lb
candied citron, diced dark chocolate bar, chopped pistachios, shelled ricotta
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heavy cream vanilla ice cream (Blue Bell) real vanilla extract drop cinnamon oil
For garnish: sprigs of fresh mint caramel sauce drizzle 2 or 3 cannoli shells, broken or crushed 1. Chop the chocolate and add it to a small bowl with the candied citron and pistachios. 2. In a large bowl, let the vanilla ice cream soften but not melt. 3. Drain the ricotta very well and, using a mixer, whip it for a minute or two. 4. In another mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream then gently fold in the ricotta. 5. Carefully fold in the citron, chocolate, pistachios and cinnamon oil. 6. Fold the ricotta mixture into the ice cream. 7. Transfer to a freezer-proof container and return to freezer. 8. Garnish with a fresh sprig of mint, a drizzle of caramel sauce and cannoli shell crumbs. If serving in cones, omit garnish.
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Fresh, homemade Focaccia bread was made on-site and served alongside the Penne All`Amatriciana.
Special Thanks to Our Partners: jasperskc.com somersetridge.com rothdistributing.com See more Cooking School photos at kchandg.com/a-family-secret
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With guests and wine experts watching intently, Chef Jasper thoroughly and visually explained how to make his mozzarella.
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