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Publisher’s Note Oh YEAH! It just keeps getting better! Fall is here and we are coming out with a bang! We are honored to have the B.O.R.N. to Style Team grace our cover! If you are not familiar with the show on the fyi, channel, you need to catch up on the past episodes before the new season starts on October 7th!
Foodie Fête &
www.foodieandfete.com FOUNDER AND PUBLISHER Reneé Lowe CREATIVE DIRECTOR Rhonda Murray
I call them fashion aficionados, because they understand the science of how a well, put-together-ensemble can make a person feel from the inside out. So far, the show has highlighted celebrity types as well as the local executive looking to reinvent their look from head to toe. This style team is on point and they work well together. What I love is that they are a family! Everyone brings a certain expertise to the table and even though they may not always agree, it works out in the end for superior results!
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Of course, with the Fall season comes that blessed holiday Turkey Day! I love Thanksgiving! It is one of my favorite holidays. I love when family and friends get together to cook, reminisce and just have some good oldfashioned fun!
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It is also a time to whip out the boots, hats and wraps! I love a great cape/shawl/wrap situation! LOL! I also love to match my boots with my handbags. It’s all about the accessories, which Rhonda Murray , my Creative Director explores on page 14 in her Fall Style File. Make sure to check out her picks for some of her fashion favorites!
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Please also volunteer your time this Fall season. Here are some causes to remember through the months of October and November: October: Breast Cancer Awareness Domestic violence Awareness November: Diabetes Awareness Enjoy, Reneé Lowe - Founder and Publisher
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
6 Cover Feature Story:
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The Fashion Aficionados B.O.R.N. to Style
Vino and Vittles: How To Eat Thanksgiving
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Follow That Food Truck: Get To Know ATLdrinks_
Breast Cancer Awareness Infographic: Facts You Need To Know
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Fashion Passion: Fall Style File
Foodie Finds: Fall Drinks & Desserts
Cover Photo & B.O.R.N. to Style Photo Credits: FYI / B.O.R.N. to Style
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Cover Feature Story Fashion Aficionados
B.O.R.N. to Style B.O.R.N. to Style is a lifestyle makeover series centered on a “fierce” team from New York, and their larger than life boss, Jonathan Bodrick. Springing from the Harlem-based eclectic boutique, B.O.R.N. (borrowed, old, refurbished and new), the style superheroes land at the door of those desperately in need of some “color in their lives.” By rifling through their client’s belongings and asking blunt questions, the team at B.O.R.N. gets to the root of their fashion malaise, before whisking them away for a transformation that goes beyond just their look. In each episode, viewers will see them offer up their own brand of therapy and inspiration to clients as they transform them into their best possible selves. Source: fyi,
New season coming Oct. 7th! B.O.R.N. to Style is on
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Jonathan Bodrick B.O.R.N. storeowner and fashion maven Jonathan Bodrick has been styling people since the age of five - when he first asked his mother if he could give his teacher a necklace from her jewelry box as “a little style inspiration.” Jonathan fondly reminisces about large closets filled with elaborate hats and impeccably tailored suits, as his father, grandfather and uncles were all sharp dressers, further driving Jonathan’s keen eye for fashion. As he recalls detailed stories told by his parents, as well as old pictures of The Savoy in Harlem, he says there has never been a lack of inspiration in his life. Fashion is in Jonathan's DNA and he uses it every day as a vehicle to influence and inspire. FF: Where are you from? Hometown? JB: I was born and raised in Brooklyn New York. FF: How did you get started in fashion/makeup? JB: Fashion is part of my DNA. Fashion has always been a part of my life. FF: What advice to do you have for up-andcoming fashionistas or stylists trying to break into the business? JB: I would tell them to study fashion. Keep their eyes and ears open to magazines and what's happening in the street. FF: What is our favorite piece of clothing or accessory that you cannot live without? JB: I love a great leather jacket or trench coat. Confidence is the best accessory. FF: What can we expect from you in the near future? What upcoming events or appearances do you have planned? JB: I'm working on my hat collection. FF: What are some Fall inspired fashion items you love? JB: Leather motorcycle jackets. All things 60's inspired, and awesome hats. Layering is a must for Fall.
Connect with Jonathan: FB: www.facebook.com/JonathanBORNtoStyle | Twitter: https://twitter.com/BORN_Vintage
JJ Langan Joseph “JJ” Langan sought refuge from the streets by immersing himself into artistic films, as well as his aunt’s eclectic collection of fashion magazines. This immersion became the springboard for his obsession with the bigger, bolder, more opulent world beyond his concrete jungle. JJ’s creative passion, coupled with his fascination with human behavior, led him to be a street-style photographer, telling visual stories through people and fashion. When JJ and Jonathan Bodrick’s paths crossed, they became instant friends, cultivating an inspiring and supportive friendship that has lasted over 13 years. JJ began his career as a wardrobe stylist for independent and student films, and the experience motivated him to become a full-time film student at Brooklyn College, while simultaneously working in Harlem to help build the B.O.R.N. brand and work with Jonathan. JJ sees himself as a visual artist who wants to inspire, empower and create opportunities for others through aesthetic storytelling. FF: Where are you from? Hometown? JJ: I was born and raised in the South Bronx. FF: How did you get started in fashion/makeup? JJ: Ever since I was a kid, I've always been obsessed with fashion photography. While other kids were out playing baseball or tag, I was immersed in a Vogue magazine, gazing and studying pictures of supermodels shot by Peter Lindbergh or Bruce Weber, in complete awe! It wasn't until later on in life after years of working as an event photographer, that I took a job as a Production Assistant on a student film. I wound up becoming the wardrobe stylist for the duration of the project after helping some actors get dressed for their scenes. It was love at first dress…as if a light had been turned on, illuminating my path to becoming a fashion stylist. FF: What advice to do you have for up-and-coming fashionistas or stylists trying to break into the business? JJ: READ! Read everything! Become familiar with the business of fashion in addition to designers and trends. FF: What is our favorite piece of clothing or accessory that you cannot live without? JJ: My oversized black wayfarer sunglasses. I buy multiple pairs and never leave home without them. FF: What can we expect from you in the near future? What upcoming events or appearances do you have planned? JJ: We're planning to create a promotional campaign to generate additional exposure for our new showroom and styling services. FF: What are some Fall inspired fashion items you love? JJ: Oversized coats & leather pants and Hood By Air clothing! Connect with JJ: FB: www.facebook.com/JJBORNtoStyle | Twitter: @iamjjnyc
Brandon Hood Brandon Hood moved to Georgia to study cosmetology at Atlanta Area Tech when he was 18 years old. While working in various salons, he became a part of the legendary House of Milan, which sharpened his fashion lens and all things fabulous. With aspirations of becoming a personal stylist, Brandon moved to New York City in 2011 to pursue his career. By mere happenstance, he stumbled upon the B.O.R.N. store, where he met Jonathan Bodrick and was immediately so intrigued by the store and its owner that he accepted a position to work there under Jonathan’s guidance. While Brandon has obtained his goal of helping people with their own personal style, ultimately he dreams of taking his expertise to the red carpet, styling celebrities and influencers alike, as well as launching his own bowtie line. FF: Where are you from? Hometown? BH: Littlerock, Arkansas FF: How did you get started in fashion/makeup? BH: By doing hair in Atlanta Georgia, and I kinda stumbled into fashion. FF: What advice to do you have for up-and-coming fashionistas or stylists trying to break into the business? BH: Always stay focused, and continue to build yourself as a brand. FF: What is our favorite piece of clothing or accessory that you cannot live without? BH: A fab bag! FF: What can we expect from you in the near future? What upcoming events or appearances do you have planned? BH: UCA, University of Arkansas at Conway, want me to speak to the kids on campus, so that's always good promotion. FF: What are some Fall inspired fashion items you love? BH: A fab wool blazer, leather pants and a very trendy hat.
Connect with Brandon: FB: www.facebook.com/BrandonBORNtoStyle | Twitter: @brandonhood44
Kristen Brown Kristen Brown, a makeup artist from San Angelo, TX, always knew she was destined for the fashion industry. With big dreams of being a jetsetting makeup mogul and owning several businesses, she took a risk after college and made the move to New York City. One day running errands, Kristen was drawn by the energy of the B.O.R.N. store, where, over the years, she has grown close to all its fashion refugees and considers them to be her family. Kristen has since launched her first business, Gold Label Cosmetics, a cosmetics brand, and hopes to have it sold in major retailers all over the globe in the near future. Connect with Kristen: FB: www.goldlabeler.com | Twitter: @GoldLabeler Terry Artis B.O.R.N. store manager, singer-songwriter and Jonathan Bodrick’s life partner, Terry Artis, was born in Wilson, NC. Raised by a single mother in the small town of Stantonsburg. Terry fell in love with music and fashion at a very young age, and knew he would someday leave home to pursue a career in the fashion and entertainment industry. In 2000, Terry took a 13-hour bus ride to New York City and never looked back. With music being his number-one passion, he is a singer and songwriter. In addition to being a musician, and having worked in retail boutiques on the side, Terry’s desire for a more robust fashion experience has also led him to be a stylist. Connect with Terry: IG: @terryborntostyle | Twitter: @TERRYARTIS88
Devin Stokes The youngest member of the B.O.R.N. team, Devin Stokes, was born in Queens, NY. Having lived in the big city for most of his life, Devin graduated from Francis Lewis High School and considers himself "the reigning class clown.” An aspiring actor, Devin has been on a colorful journey toward fulfilling his dreams. Not only is he Jonathan Bodrick's godson, but he is also his assistant at B.O.R.N.
Connect with Devin: IG: @reelstokes | Twitter: @DStokes89
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Follow That Food Truck - Atlanta: ATLdrinks_ ATLdrinks_ is a mobile drink service in the Atlanta metro area. Unless you have been living under a rock‌they are one of the hotest custom frozen drink and dessert services that delivers right to your door or event! We caught up with the owner, Kesha Smith to find out more about her SWEET service! FF: Where are you from? Hometown? KS: I'm from Fort Lauderdale Florida I moved to Stone Mountain Georgia August of last year. FF: How did you get started with your business? KS: I moved here with the intentions of pursuing my career at the airport but when I got here obviously they had a change of heart with my pay and cut my pay in half without knowledge and to be honest it wasn't enough to take care of myself 3 kids and my bills.so I started looking for other jobs and it was very hard finding a job to work around my kids schedule it was hard being a single parent so I said to myself I need to come up with a master plan, that's how I came up with ATLdrinks_. FF: What are some of your best-selling items? KS: My best sellers are the multicolored drinks because everyone is so curious to taste the different flavors mixed together. Also, my candy apples are not only pretty colors, but are different flavors as well. FF: What advice do you have for entrepreneurs just starting out? KS: Stay focused and have faith in God. FF: What goals do you have for your business and what can we expect from ATLdrinks_ in the near future? KS: Expanding into a building and then in the near future maybe one or two more buildings in different areas.
Connect with ATLdrinks_: IG: @atldrinks_ | Phone: 404-944-2914 or 678-561-3384
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Fashion Passion: Fall Style File By Rhonda Murray Face Time -> Decorate your wrist with a sleek oversized watch. Add a few minimal bracelets to the mix and watch time fly. ;) <- Simple Rings True Skip the gaudy jewels and keep it simple with stackable thick to thin rings in your favorite metal tones. Do You Bamboo?â&#x201E;˘ -> Add some Salt-n-Pepa to your look with this spicy earring staple! It's officially back in full effect on the runway. Make it real-world-ready with a no fuss hairstyle and minimal makeup. {Joan Smalls for Balmain}
<- Focal Foliage: Get into an earthy groove! Shield your eyes from the autumn rays and make a statement in amber flecked frames. Bold & Beautiful -> You don't always have to blend in. Be seen and heard - without a word! Pick one brightly colored piece and wear it with smooth monochromatic hues. Perfection!
Rhonda is the CEO of Demure Delights, a Chicago based cuisine and lifestyle company. She is also a self-taught chef and has traveled to various countries in Europe. She earned her degree in Multimedia Make-up Artistry for film, television, fashion and retail. She provides custom makeup instruction and advises on the latest fashion trends as well as fashion forecasting. Her work can be seen on the faces of countless brides, music video shoots and on the runway for Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. Connect with Rhonda: Web: www.demuredelights.tumblr.com | IG: @demure.delights | Email: damedemure@gmail.com
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Foodie Finds: Fall Drinks & Desserts Spiced Pumpkin Martini Ingredients: 2oz Spiced pumpkin infused Belvedere Vodka* 1 oz spiced syrup 1 small piece of fresh ginger Ginger slice for garnish Prep Time: 180 minutes Total Time: 180 minutes Yield: 1 Cocktail Preparation: Muddle ginger with the syrup in the base of a cocktail shaker. Add pumpkin infused Belvedere and shake with cubed ice. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a slice of ginger. *Spiced pumpkin infused Belvedere Roast 500g peel pumpkin (braised with honey) at 200C for 45 mins. Remove from oven and place into a small saucepan with bay leaves and cover with 200g of water. Bring to the boil and simmer for 1 hour. Remove the bay leaves and blend with 500g of Belvedere Vodka. Pass through a muslin cloth to remove pulp and use. Keep refrigerated. Recipe Source: Belvedere Vodka Photo Credit: Rob Palmer
Mulled Spice Cheribundi Ingredients: 32 ounces Cheribundi cherry juice 8 ounces bourbon whiskey 1/4 teasoon cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg Pinch allspice 1/2 ounce root beer Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Yield: 4 servings Preparation: Heat all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat until the liquid begins to simmer. Ladle into heated coffee cups, and garnish with a cinnamon stick and orange slice. Serve. Recipe Source: About Food Photo Credit: Richard Jung
Apple Cake With Toffee Crust For The Cake: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil 2 cups granulated sugar 3 large eggs 2 large Granny Smith applesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; peeled, cored and cut into 1/2inch dice 1 stick unsalted butter 1/4 cup heavy cream 1 cup light brown sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Toffee Sauce: 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup water 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1. Preheat the oven to 325°. Butter and flour a 9-inch springform tube pan. In a medium bowl, whisk the flour with the salt and baking soda. In a large bowl, whisk the oil with the granulated sugar. Whisk in the eggs one at a time. Add the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth. Fold in the diced apples with a rubber spatula. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the lower third of the oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool slightly.
2. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine the butter, cream and brown sugar and bring to a boil over moderate heat, stirring. Remove the toffee glaze from the heat and stir in the vanilla.
3. Place the warm cake (still in its pan) on a rimmed baking sheet. Pour the hot glaze over the cake and let it seep into the cake, poking lightly with a toothpick. Let the cake cool completely, about 2 hours. Invert the cake onto a plate, and invert again onto another plate, right side up. 4. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and water and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Using a moistened pastry brush, wash down any sugar crystals on the side of the pan. Cook without stirring until a medium-amber caramel forms, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and quickly but carefully stir in the cream and butter. Simmer the sauce over moderate heat for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat and stir in the brandy. Pour the toffee sauce into a pitcher.
Source: Food & Wine (Laura Atkins) | Photo Credit: Anna Williams
Hazelnut Tea Cake with Moscato Pears For The Cake: Bartlett pearsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;peeled, cut into 8 wedges and cored 3/4 cup Moscato d'Asti 1 cup hazelnuts (4 ounces) 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar 4 large egg yolks 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 3 large egg whites 1/2 cup heavy cream 1. In a bowl, combine the pears with the Moscato d'Asti and let stand at room temperature for 2 to 4 hours. 2. Preheat the oven to 350°. Butter and flour an 8-by-1-inch round cake pan. Put the hazelnuts on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 12 minutes, or until richly browned. Transfer the hazelnuts to a kitchen towel and let cool completely. Rub the hazelnuts in the towel to remove the skins. In a food processor, pulse the nuts until they're finely ground; be careful not to over process to a paste. 3. In a large bowl, using a handheld mixer, beat 6 tablespoons of the butter with 1/4 cup of the sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks, 1 at a time, until thoroughly incorporated. Add the vanilla, then fold in the hazelnuts and flour. 4. In a stainless-steel bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar and beat until almost-firm shiny peaks form. Stir one-third of the egg whites into the cake batter to lighten it, then fold in the remaining whites. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 20 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Transfer the cake to a rack and let it cool slightly in the pan. Run a thin knife around the cake and unmold it. Cover loosely with a kitchen towel. 5. Drain the Moscato d'Asti into a small saucepan. Simmer over low heat until reduced to 3 tablespoons, about 10 minutes. Let the syrup cool, then refrigerate. 6. In a large skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the pears and cook over moderately high heat until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Arrange the pear wedges on top of the cake in a spoke pattern. 7. In a stainless-steel bowl, beat the cream until it starts to thicken. Add the reduced Moscato d'Asti and beat until soft peaks form. Serve the hazelnut cake with the whipped cream. NOTES: This cake relies on whipped egg whites for volume. It's easiest to separate eggs when they are cold because they are not as fluid as when they are at room temperature. Source: Food & Wine (Marcia Kiesel) | Photo Credit: Andrew Purcell
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