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5 Steps to Incorporate

Universal Design

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down through your family or upholster a simple dining bench or window seat with Victorian-patterned fabric.

Establish a focal point

If you’re overwhelmed trying to envision how all the details will come together, many designers suggest the first step is defining the focal point for your kitchen. In many cases, that will be the appliances.

Antique appliances lend themselves to a range of styles, from Victorian to farmhouse to cabin and cottage. While it’s possible to purchase refurbished antique models, if you want your appliances to include modern features and functionality, you might consider antique-inspired appliances. For example, Elmira Stove Works offers a line of 1890s-style appliances that deliver the warmth and charm of a bygone era to today’s kitchens.

Equipped with the latest in cooking technology, these appliances have been designed to meet the culinary standards of nearly any home chef, and include a selection of customizable ranges, refrigerators, microwaves, wall ovens and matching dishwasher panels. To explore how this line can give your kitchen the perfect vintage feel, visit elmirastoveworks.com/antique/ranges.

Add accents with purpose

Once you’ve established the centerpiece (or centerpieces) for your kitchen, you can add smaller details as you go. Visit antique stores and flea markets to look for finds such as vintage kitchen tools, antique serving platters and cast-iron cookware.

Antiques frequently show some wear and tear, so make sure any items you are planning to purchase are in good condition. Also remember that vintage items can be delicate. If you’re planning to put an item to use daily, ensure it’s in good working condition and will be up to the task.

Incorporate rustic elements

Rustic home decor can turn something that was once rugged into something beautiful. An example of this is reclaimed wood accents, which can be functional, attractive and eco-friendly.

Use reclaimed wood to create butcherblock countertops, cabinetry or to design a one-of-a-kind kitchen table. Pine offers the most authentic rustic design, but it can be soft and susceptible to dents.

Hickory, alder and cherry can also deliver a cozy, rustic feel. “Live edge” tables and accents, which preserve the natural edge of the wood in the design, are another way to add a rustic but current aesthetic.

When you’re ready to retrofit your kitchen into perfect past-present harmony, remember these tips, give yourself permission to take chances and get creative to whip up the kitchen of your dreams.

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Freshen Up Holiday Entertaining

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Grapes and Balsamic Glaze

Add tasty, crunchy grapes to seasonal dishes

FAMILY FEATURES

The holiday season is typically marked by gatherings of

friends and family. Whether you’re hosting overnight guests, drop-in visitors or an important seasonal meal, taking a fresh approach to the menu can make the get-together more special.

As you prepare for the festivities, consider recipes that feature healthy ingredients such as versatile California grapes, which come in three vibrant colors – red, green and black – and can add a palate-pleasing crunch and plenty of taste to everything from main dishes to sides and even desserts. Heart-healthy grapes are also perfect on their own as a snack and their natural beauty can help enhance any table as an edible garnish or fresh centerpiece.

Using grapes as a featured ingredient in your holiday dishes can provide a fresh twist on seasonal dishes, such as this Grape Dutch Baby or these Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Grapes and Balsamic Glaze. For dessert, use the natural sweetness of grapes to create a smooth Grape Caramel Sauce that can be served as a topping for ice cream or other seasonal desserts.

Find more holiday recipes at GrapesfromCalifornia.com.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Grapes and Balsamic Glaze

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 4

1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil pinch of salt freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 cup red California grapes 2 tablespoons ready-to-use balsamic glaze

Heat oven to 450 F. On baking sheet, toss sprouts with olive oil, salt and pepper, to taste, until sprouts are well-coated. Roast until deep golden brown, about 17-20 minutes, turning sprouts halfway through roasting. Stir in grapes and roast 3-5 minutes. Transfer to bowl and drizzle with glaze or drizzle platter with glaze and pile sprouts on top.

Nutritional information per serving: 150 calories; 3 g protein; 20 g carbohydrates; 7 g fat (42% calories from fat); 1 g saturated fat (6% calories from saturated fat); 0 mg cholesterol; 30 mg sodium; 4 g fiber.

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Historic cottleville

The St. Louis International Film Festival

NOVEMBER 1-11 | TIVOLI THEATRE

6350 Delmar Blvd. | St. Louis, MO 63130 314.727.667

Garden Glow at the Missouri Botanical Garden

NOVEMBER 17 - JANUARY 1MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDEN $3 – $16

4344 Shaw Blvd. | St. Louis, MO 63110 314.577.5100

Ameren Thanksgiving Day Parade

NOVEMBER 22, 8:30 AM

DOWNTOWN ST. LOUIS | FREE

570 Market St. | St. Louis, MO 63101

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Celebrating its 34th year, the 2018 Ameren Thanksgiving Day Parade will step off at 8:45 a.m. on Thursday, November 22 from 20th Street and Market Street and proceed east towards Broadway in Downtown St. Louis. The parade will be broadcast live on KMOV-TV Channel 4, awarded an Emmy for their production of the 2015 parade.

Over 130 parade units are expected, including musical floats and displays, giant helium balloon figures, animal units, restored antique cars and firetrucks, and marching bands from around the St. Louis region. As always, Santa Claus will be present to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas at the end of the parade.

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NOvember 16 - DECember 30

st. louis union station | $39 – $69

1820 Market St. | St. Louis, MO 63103 | 314.621.5262

Here is a very special chance for you and the entire family to experience the magic of The Polar Express, the classic children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. THE POLAR EXPRESS™ comes to life on a journey to the enchanted beauty of “the North Pole”—where Santa Claus and his reindeer are waiting with a keepsake present for every good boy and girl.

november 10 | 9:30am - 5:30pm

st. louis science center | FREE

5050 Oakland Avenue | St. Louis, Missouri 63110 314.289.4400

As the leaves change, meet local professionals who work outdoors, from agricultural and environmental scientists to park rangers and recreationalists. Learn how you could work in the great outdoors yourself!

Aladdin

forever forest

NOvember 10, 9:30am - 5:30pm

the magic house | $11

516 South Kirkwood Road | St. Louis, MO 63122 314.822.8900

Adventure awaits at Forever Forest, a nationally traveling exhibit that explores how we use the forest to live, work and play in harmony. Kids can help construct a mini home by adding wood siding, flooring and more; explore a tree-top climber and climb aboard a realistic kid-sized replica of a Union Pacific train engine. By exploring the realities of forests through play, families will learn about sustainability, selective harvesting, transportation needs and the everyday products we use made from trees.

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THE FABULOUS FOX THEATRE | $40 – $150

527 N Grand Blvd | St. Louis, MO 63103 | 314.534.1678

From the producer of The Lion King comes the timeless story of ALADDIN, a thrilling new production filled with unforgettable beauty, magic, comedy and breathtaking spectacle. It’s an extraordinary theatrical event where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite.

Hailed by USA Today as “Pure Genie-Us,” ALADDIN features all your favorite songs from the film as well as new music written by Tony® and Academy Award® winner Alan Menken (Newsies) with lyrics penned by the legendary Howard Ashman (Beauty and the Beast), Tony Award winner Tim Rice (The Lion King, Aida), and book writer Chad Beguelin (The Wedding Singer).

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